Pacific Grove has a significant shortage of potable water for residential and commercial use. City has been working intermittently for the past several years on a number of different small water supply projects. Cnn's john sutter: "this action does not constitute a project"
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AGENDA REPORT Agreement for the Development of Small Water Projects 09-19-12 OCR Document
Pacific Grove has a significant shortage of potable water for residential and commercial use. City has been working intermittently for the past several years on a number of different small water supply projects. Cnn's john sutter: "this action does not constitute a project"
Pacific Grove has a significant shortage of potable water for residential and commercial use. City has been working intermittently for the past several years on a number of different small water supply projects. Cnn's john sutter: "this action does not constitute a project"
300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, California 93950
AGENDA REPORT TO: Members of the City Council FROM: Thomas Frutchey, City Manager MEETING DATE: September 19, 2012 SUBJECT: Agreement for the Development of Small Water Projects CEQA: This action does not constitute a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines section 15378.
RECOMMENDATION Approve a resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with James Brezack and Associates for the development of one or more small water project proposals in response to the request by Administrative Law Judge Gary Weatherford on behalf of the California Public Utilities Commission.
DISCUSSION The City has a significant shortage of potable water for residential and commercial use. Simultaneously, we currently use 100+ acre feet of potable water each year on the Golf Links and Cemetery, send significant volumes of dry weather flows to the regional sewage treatment plant, and capture none of the received storm water flows (other than that absorbed naturally by trees and other plants) before they run into Monterey Bay.
As part of the California Public Utilities Commissions (CPUC) consideration of Cal-Ams April 23, 2012 desalination project proposal, Adminstrative Law Judge Gary Weatherford, acting on behalf of the Commission, ruled on August 29 that: California-American Water Company (Cal-Am) is directed to seriously consider in good faith any public agency proposal for direct participation in the Monterey Peninsula Water Supply Project (MPWSP) that is feasible and sufficiently developed to allow implemen- tation in a timely manner and that is made by October 1, 2012. Cal-Am shall file a compliance progress report on the status of any such deliberations by October 26, 2012.
Thus, to the extent that another project could deliver a portion of the Peninsulas needed water more cost-effectively than the proposed project, the Judge has ruled that it should be fully open for serious consideration by Cal-Am, who has the franchise to supply potable water to all properties in Pacific Grove.
Regular Agenda Item No. 15B 239
The City has been working intermittently for the past several years on a number of different small water supply projects that could reduce the use of potable water at the Golf Links and Cemetery, provide water credits for use by existing or new development, make use of our dry weather flows, or capture some of the strorm water flows. We have had staff-level discussions with Cal-Am and others concerning these projects.
Recent developmentssuch as the zoning change proposal for the Holman Hotel site, as well as the State Water Resources Control Boards March 20 decision regarding special protection of the Areas of Special Biological Significance (ASBS)add heightened need to consider ways of more effectively using the large volume of non-potable water available to the community.
The City does not have the in-house expertise to fully flesh out one or more of these ideas for the October 1 deadline. After considering several different firms, staff has selected James Bresack & Associates, as a result of their specialized expertise, as well as their familiarity with many of the issues and stakeholders on the Peninsula, to assist us.
Given the extremely short time provided for proposal development, staff and the consultant team are already at work to accomplish all progress that is achieveable before October 1, and also intend to continue to develop the proposal(s), in consultation with Cal-Am, right up until the October 26 deadline.
This effort is entirely independent of our joint effort with Moss Landing Commercial Ventures to develop a proposal for the Peoples Desal Project, as well as our joint effort with the other cities in the Water Authority to develop a Cal-Am project governance proposal, both of which we will also be submitting to Cal-Am by October 1.
FISCAL IMPACT Unknown; to the extent that any of the new water is able to be dedicated (or used in exchange for water dedicated) to the prospective Holman Hotel, then Presidian will reimburse the City.
ATTACHMENTS 1. Selected pages from Judge Weatherfords Directives and Ruling on 8/29/12 2. Resolution 3. Proposed Agreement
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED:
_____________________________ Thomas Frutchey City Manager
Regular Agenda Item No. 15B 240 Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 1 241 Application of California-American Water Company (U210W) for Approval of the Monterey Peninsula Water Supply Project and Authorization to Recover All..J' ... c.ccn"''-1- and Future Costs in Rates. 08-29-12 03:00PM Application 12-04-019 (Filed April23, 2012) ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGE'S DIRECTIVES RULING CONCERNING OFFICIAL NOTICE 1. This ruling addresses motions to modify the Scoping Memo and Ruling and for official notice, revises the schedule of the proceedings, directs that certain actions be taken by the Applicant, schedules the next workshop, and notifies the parties of the Administrative Law Judge's (ALJ) intention to seek the collaboration of the State Water Resources Control Board concerning the slant well water rights issue and to recommend a resolution of the preen1ption issue through a Proposed Decision. Motions are pending bearing on the scope and schedule of the proceeding. request for official notice is also pending. Areas of legitimate inquiry and concern arose the July 26-27, 2012 Workshop that warrant further consideration. The schedules for the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN) and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) tracks need to be coordinated. The threshold issue of whether Commission authority 26563768 -1- Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 1 242 GW2jlil/ sbf a on as a suggestions made at the July 26-27 Workshop. The revised schedule follows. -8- Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 1 243 January 16 (2 p.m. and 7 p.m), 2013 March 8, 2013 April2-11, 2013 May 24,2013 June 7, 2013 November- 2013 Dece1nber, 2013- Januar , 2014 Testimony Public Participation Hearings, Monterey Testimony Cal-Am Reply Testimon Evidentiary Hearings, CPUC hearing room, San Francisco, CA Common Outline Proposed Decision .._.._L"'' ........ ..._ ...... for comment Commission action on Pro osed Decision -9- November 2013 Continue work on Draft EIR circulated for comment Final EIR published Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 1 244 GW2jlil/ sbf July 2012 Legal Division and Ravi Kumra of the Division of Water and Audits, addressed a wide of issues, some of which are best further explored sooner than in While the Application contemplates some complementary public agency and aquifer storage recovery), may be opportunities one or more public agencies to have a direct role Monterey Peninsula Water Supply Project itself. The idea of a private-public partnership in the area of financing was floated in the Workshop, for example. Other areas of possible collaboration may exist, it is reasonable to consider those to the extent that they are feasible and sufficiently developed to allow implementation in a timely manner. While Cal-Am may believe that the window for altering the project to include public agency participation has closed, Cal-Am should be open to and seriously consider in good faith any public agency proposal for direct theMPWSP to it no October 1, 2012. Any such proposals must be adequately detailed to show that they are technically, legally and economically feasible. Cal-Am shall file a progress compliance report by October 26, 2012 on any public agency participation proposals. 23 Topics covered were demand projections; available water supply; project sizing, costs and ratepayer impacts; project governance; and contingency planning in light of possible impediments to project completion and to meeting the December 2016 deadline. The workshop was video-taped and is viewable by scrolling down to "CPUC Workshop- Technical Issues in Cal-Am Request for Water Supply Project, July 26 and 27, 2012" at this website address: http://www.californiaadmin.com/cpuc.shtml. -10- Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 1 245 GW2jlil/ sbf 1. statement of of proceeding to read: Is the proposed Monterey Peninsula Water Supply Project required for public convenience and necessity and a reasonable and prudent means of securing replacement water for the Monterey District of Cal-Am; would the 01"-:n..-,,""' interest? The schedule of the proceeding is modified as set out on pages 8-9 of this ruling. 3. California-American Water Company (Cal-Am) is directed to seriously consider in good faith any public agency proposal for direct participation in the Monterey Peninsula Water Supply Project (MPWSP) that is feasible and sufficiently developed to allow implementation in a timely manner and that is made by October 1, 2012. Cal-Am shall file a compliance progress report on the status of any such deliberations by October 26, 2012. 4. Parties interested in the subjects of the December 11-13,2012 workshop (project cost, cost impacts of contingencies, and related financial modeling) are encouraged to develop jointly, under Cal-Am's leadership, a financial model, or optional models, that can be used for computing revenue requirements for the project (taking into account contingency costs). is directed to a compliance report on that model, or models, by November 15,2012 and to join with the participating parties in sharing the analysis underlying the model or models at that workshop. In a separate Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) ruling, Cal-Am will soon be directed to develop reasonably detailed contingency plans in regards to select -16-
RESOLUTION NO. 12-
WITH BREZACK & ASSOCIATES FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND INITIAL FEASIBILITY ANALYSIS OF UP OF TO FOUR WATER PROJECTS
FINDINGS
1. The City has a significant shortage of potable water for residential and commercial use. Simultaneously, we currently use 100+ acre feet of potable water each year on the Golf Links and Cemetery, send significant volumes of dry weather flows to the regional sewage treatment plant, and capture none of the received storm water flows (other than that absorbed naturally by trees and other plants) before they run into Monterey Bay.
2. As part of the California Public Utilities Commissions (CPUC) consideration of Cal- Ams April 23, 2012 desalination project proposal, Adminstrative Law Judge Gary Weatherford, acting on behalf of the Commission, directed on August 29 that the California-American Water Company (Cal-Am) seriously consider in good faith any public agency proposal for direct participation in the Monterey Peninsula Water Supply Project (MPWSP) that is feasible and sufficiently developed to allow implemen-tation in a timely manner and that is made by October 1, 2012.
3. The City has been working intermittently for the past several years on a number of different small water supply projects that could reduce the use of potable water at the Golf Links and Cemetery, provide water credits for use by existing or new development, make use of our dry weather flows, or capture some of the strorm water flows. We have had staff-level discussions with Cal-Am and others concerning these projects.
4. Recent developmentssuch as the zoning change proposal for the Holman Hotel site, as well as the State Water Resources Control Boards March 20 decision regarding special protection of the Areas of Special Biological Significance (ASBS)add heightened need to consider ways of more effectively using the large volume of non-potable water available to the community.
5. The City does not have the in-house expertise to fully flesh out one or more of these ideas for the October 1 deadline. After considering several different firms, staff has selected James Bresack & Associates, as a result of their specialized expertise, as well as their familiarity with many of the issues and stakeholders on the Peninsula, to assist us.
6. Given the extremely short time provided for proposal development, staff and the consultant team are already at work to accomplish all progress that is achieveable before October 1, and also intend to continue to develop the proposal(s), in consultation with Cal-Am, right up until the October 26 deadline.
7. The City considered several different firms for this project, preferring James Brezack & Associates, due to their subject matter expertise and familiarity with the critical Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 2 246
water supply situation and involved parties in Monterey County.
8. The Funding for this project will be appropriated in a budget amendment, as well as shall be all associated revenues, to the extent that the City is repaid for these expenses.
9. This action is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Class 1, Article 19, Section 15301(b). Existing facilities, this states that Class 1 includes maintenance of existing public facilities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE:
1. The foregoing Findings set forth above, and by this reference incorporates each as an integral part of this Resolution.
2. The City Manager is authorized to execute all documents and to perform all other necessary City acts to enter into an agreement with Brezack & Associates for the development and initial feasibility analysis of up to four water projects in an amount not to exceed $35,000.
3. This Resolution shall become effective immediately following passage and adoption hereof.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE this 19th day of September, 2012, by the following vote:
AYES: NOES: ABSENT: APPROVED:
CARMELITA GARCIA, Mayor
ATTEST:
ANN CAMEL, Interim City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
DAVID C. LAREDO, City Attorney Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 2 247 GS-C/P650 4/05 1 of 8 Project ID: CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES (MORE THAN $15,000)*
This Professional Services Agreement (Agreement) is made by and between the City of Pacific Grove, a political subdivision of the State of California (hereinafter City) and James Brezack and Associates (hereinafter CONTRACTOR).
In consideration of the mutual covenants and conditions set forth in this Agreement, the parties agree as follows:
1. SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED. The City hereby engages CONTRACTOR to perform, and CONTRACTOR hereby agrees to perform, the services described in Exhibit A in conformity with the terms of this Agreement. The services are generally described as follows: Assist the City in the development and initial feasibility analysis of up to four water supply projects, with the results formatted for submission to Cal-Am and the California Public Utility Commission.
2. PAYMENTS BY CITY. City shall pay the CONTRACTOR in accordance with the payment provisions set forth in Exhibit A, subject to the limitations set forth in this Agreement. The total amount payable by City to CONTRACTOR under this Agreement shall not exceed the sum of $35,000.
3. TERM OF AGREEMENT. The term of this Agreement is from September 20, 2012 to December 31, 2012, unless sooner terminated pursuant to the terms of this Agreement. This Agreement is of no force or effect until signed by both CONTRACTOR and City and with City signing last, and CONTRACTOR may not commence work before City signs this Agreement.
4. ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS/EXHIBITS. The following attached exhibits are incorporated herein by reference and constitute a part of this Agreement:
Exhibit A Scope of Services/Payment Provisions
5. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS. 5.01. CONTRACTOR warrants that CONTRACTOR and CONTRACTORs agents, employees, and subcontractors performing services under this Agreement are specially trained, experienced, competent, and appropriately licensed to perform the work and deliver the services required under this Agreement and are not employees of the City, or immediate family of an employee of the City.
5.02. CONTRACTOR, its agents, employees, and subcontractors shall perform all work in a safe and skillful manner and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. All work performed under this Agreement that is required by law to be performed or supervised by licensed personnel shall be performed in accordance with such licensing requirements.
5.03. CONTRACTOR shall furnish, at its own expense, all materials, equipment, and personnel necessary to carry out the terms of this Agreement, except as otherwise specified in this Agreement. CONTRACTOR shall not use City premises, property (including equipment, instruments, or supplies) or personnel for any purpose other than in the performance of its obligations under this Agreement.
*Approved by City Council on ____________________________.
Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 248 GS-C/P650 4/05 2 of 8 Project ID: 6. PAYMENT CONDITIONS. 6.01. CONTRACTOR shall submit to the Contract Administrator an invoice on a form acceptable to City. If not otherwise specified, the CONTRACTOR may submit such invoice periodically or at the completion of services, but in any event, not later than 30 days after completion of services. The invoice shall set forth the amounts claimed by CONTRACTOR for the previous period, together with an itemized basis for the amounts claimed, and such other information pertinent to the invoice as the City may require. The Contract Administrator or his or her designee shall certify the invoice, either in the requested amount or in such other amount as the City approves in conformity with this Agreement, and shall promptly submit such invoice to the City Auditor-Controller for payment. The City Auditor-Controller shall pay the amount certified within 30 days of receiving the certified invoice.
6.02. CONTRACTOR shall not receive reimbursement for travel expenses unless set forth in this Agreement.
7. TERMINATION. 7.01. During the term of this Agreement, the City may terminate the Agreement for any reason by giving written notice of termination to the CONTRACTOR at least thirty (30) days prior to the effective date of termination. Such notice shall set forth the effective date of termination. In the event of such termination, the amount payable under this Agreement shall be reduced in proportion to the services provided prior to the date of termination.
7.02. The City may cancel and terminate this Agreement for good cause effective immediately upon written notice to CONTRACTOR. Good cause includes the failure of CONTRACTOR to perform the required services at the time and in the manner provided under this Agreement. If City terminates this Agreement for good cause, the City may be relieved of the payment of any consideration to CONTRACTOR, and the City may proceed with the work in any manner which City deems proper. The cost to the City shall be deducted from any sum due the CONTRACTOR under this Agreement.
8. INDEMNIFICATION. CONTRACTOR shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the City, its officers, agents, and employees, from and against any and all claims, liabilities, and losses whatsoever (including damages to property and injuries to or death of persons, court costs, and reasonable attorneys fees) occurring or resulting to any and all persons, firms or corporations furnishing or supplying work, services, materials, or supplies in connection with the performance of this Agreement, and from any and all claims, liabilities, and losses occurring or resulting to any person, firm, or corporation for damage, injury, or death arising out of or connected with the CONTRACTORs performance of this Agreement, unless such claims, liabilities, or losses arise out of the sole negligence or willful misconduct of the City. CONTRACTORs performance includes CONTRACTORs action or inaction and the action or inaction of CONTRACTORs officers, employees, agents and subcontractors.
9. INSURANCE. 9.01. Insurance Coverage Requirements: Without limiting CONTRACTORs duty to indemnify, CONTRACTOR shall maintain in effect throughout the term of this Agreement a policy or policies of insurance with the following minimum limits of liability:
Commercial general liability insurance, including but not limited to premises and operations, including coverage for Bodily Injury and Property Damage, Personal Injury, Contractual Liability, Broadform Property Damage, Independent Contractors, Products and Completed Operations, with a combined single limit for Bodily Injury and Property Damage of not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence. Exemption/Modification (Justification attached; subject to approval).
Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 249 GS-C/P650 4/05 3 of 8 Project ID: Business automobile liability insurance, covering all motor vehicles, including owned, leased, non-owned, and hired vehicles, used in providing services under this Agreement, with a combined single limit for Bodily Injury and Property Damage of not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence. Exemption/Modification (Justification attached; subject to approval).
Workers Compensation Insurance, if CONTRACTOR employs others in the performance of this Agreement, in accordance with California Labor Code section 3700 and with Employers Liability limits not less than $1,000,000 each person, $1,000,000 each accident and $1,000,000 each disease. Exemption/Modification (Justification attached; subject to approval).
Professional liability insurance, if required for the professional services being provided, (e.g., those persons authorized by a license to engage in a business or profession regulated by the California Business and Professions Code), in the amount of not less than $1,000,000 per claim and $2,000,000 in the aggregate, to cover liability for malpractice or errors or omissions made in the course of rendering professional services. If professional liability insurance is written on a claims-made basis rather than an occurrence basis, the CONTRACTOR shall, upon the expiration or earlier termination of this Agreement, obtain extended reporting coverage (tail coverage) with the same liability limits. Any such tail coverage shall continue for at least three years following the expiration or earlier termination of this Agreement. Exemption/Modification (Justification attached; subject to approval).
9.02. Other Insurance Requirements. All insurance required by this Agreement shall be with a company acceptable to the City and issued and executed by an admitted insurer authorized to transact Insurance business in the State of California. Unless otherwise specified by this Agreement, all such insurance shall be written on an occurrence basis, or, if the policy is not written on an occurrence basis, such policy with the coverage required herein shall continue in effect for a period of three years following the date CONTRACTOR completes its performance of services under this Agreement.
Each liability policy shall provide that the City shall be given notice in writing at least thirty days in advance of any endorsed reduction in coverage or limit, cancellation, or intended non-renewal thereof. Each policy shall provide coverage for Contractor and additional insureds with respect to claims arising from each subcontractor, if any, performing work under this Agreement, or be accompanied by a certificate of insurance from each subcontractor showing each subcontractor has identical insurance coverage to the above requirements.
Commercial general liability and automobile liability policies shall provide an endorsement naming the City of Pacific Grove, its officers, agents, and employees as Additional Insureds with respect to liability arising out of the CONTRACTORS work, including ongoing and completed operations, and shall further provide that such insurance is primary insurance to any insurance or self-insurance maintained by the City and that the insurance of the Additional Insureds shall not be called upon to contribute to a loss covered by the CONTRACTORS insurance. The required endorsement form for Commercial General Liability Additional Insured is ISO Form CG 20 10 11-85 or CG 20 10 10 01 in tandem with CG 20 37 10 01 (2000). The required endorsement form for Automobile Additional Insured endorsement is ISO Form CA 20 48 02 99.
Prior to the execution of this Agreement by the City, CONTRACTOR shall file certificates of insurance with the Citys contract administrator and Citys Contracts/Purchasing Division, showing that the CONTRACTOR has in effect the insurance required by this Agreement. The CONTRACTOR shall file a new or amended certificate of insurance within five calendar days after any change is made in any insurance policy which would alter the information on the certificate then on file. Acceptance or approval of insurance shall in no way modify or change the indemnification clause in this Agreement, which shall continue in full force and effect. Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 250 GS-C/P650 4/05 4 of 8 Project ID:
CONTRACTOR shall at all times during the term of this Agreement maintain in force the insurance coverage required under this Agreement and shall send, without demand by City, annual certificates to Citys Contract Administrator and Citys Contracts/Purchasing Division. If the certificate is not received by the expiration date, City shall notify CONTRACTOR and CONTRACTOR shall have five calendar days to send in the certificate, evidencing no lapse in coverage during the interim. Failure by CONTRACTOR to maintain such insurance is a default of this Agreement which entitles City, at its sole discretion, to terminate this Agreement immediately.
10. RECORDS AND CONFIDENTIALITY. 10.01. Confidentiality. CONTRACTOR and its officers, employees, agents, and subcontractors shall comply with any and all federal, state, and local laws which provide for the confidentiality of records and other information. CONTRACTOR shall not disclose any confidential records or other confidential information received from the City or prepared in connection with the performance of this Agreement, unless City specifically permits CONTRACTOR to disclose such records or information. CONTRACTOR shall promptly transmit to City any and all requests for disclosure of any such confidential records or information. CONTRACTOR shall not use any confidential information gained by CONTRACTOR in the performance of this Agreement except for the sole purpose of carrying out CONTRACTORs obligations under this Agreement.
10.02. City Records. When this Agreement expires or terminates, CONTRACTOR shall return to City any City records which CONTRACTOR used or received from City to perform services under this Agreement.
10.03. Maintenance of Records. CONTRACTOR shall prepare, maintain, and preserve all reports and records that may be required by federal, state, and City rules and regulations related to services performed under this Agreement. CONTRACTOR shall maintain such records for a period of at least three years after receipt of final payment under this Agreement. If any litigation, claim, negotiation, audit exception, or other action relating to this Agreement is pending at the end of the three year period, then CONTRACTOR shall retain said records until such action is resolved.
10.04. Access to and Audit of Records. The City shall have the right to examine, monitor and audit all records, documents, conditions, and activities of the CONTRACTOR and its subcontractors related to services provided under this Agreement. Pursuant to Government Code section 8546.7, if this Agreement involves the expenditure of public funds in excess of $10,000, the parties to this Agreement may be subject, at the request of the City or as part of any audit of the City, to the examination and audit of the State Auditor pertaining to matters connected with the performance of this Agreement for a period of three years after final payment under the Agreement.
10.05. Royalties and Inventions. City shall have a royalty-free, exclusive and irrevocable license to reproduce, publish, and use, and authorize others to do so, all original computer programs, writings, sound recordings, pictorial reproductions, drawings, and other works of similar nature produced in the course of or under this Agreement. CONTRACTOR shall not publish any such material without the prior written approval of City.
11. NON-DISCRIMINATION. During the performance of this Agreement, CONTRACTOR, and its subcontractors, shall not unlawfully discriminate against any person because of race, religious creed, color, sex, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, age (over 40), or sexual orientation, either in CONTRACTORs employment practices or in the furnishing of services to recipients. CONTRACTOR shall ensure that the evaluation and treatment of its employees and applicants for employment and all persons receiving and requesting services are free of such discrimination. CONTRACTOR and any subcontractor shall, in the performance of this Agreement, fully comply with all federal, state, and local Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 251 GS-C/P650 4/05 5 of 8 Project ID: laws and regulations which prohibit discrimination. The provision of services primarily or exclusively to such target population as may be designated in this Agreement shall not be deemed to be prohibited discrimination.
12. COMPLIANCE WITH TERMS OF STATE OR FEDERAL GRANT. If this Agreement has been or will be funded with monies received by the City pursuant to a contract with the state or federal government in which the City is the grantee, CONTRACTOR will comply with all the provisions of said contract, to the extent applicable to CONTRACTOR as a subgrantee under said contract, and said provisions shall be deemed a part of this Agreement, as though fully set forth herein. Upon request, City will deliver a copy of said contract to CONTRACTOR, at no cost to CONTRACTOR.
13. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR. In the performance of work, duties, and obligations under this Agreement, CONTRACTOR is at all times acting and performing as an independent contractor and not as an employee of the City. No offer or obligation of permanent employment with the City or particular City department or agency is intended in any manner, and CONTRACTOR shall not become entitled by virtue of this Agreement to receive from City any form of employee benefits including but not limited to sick leave, vacation, retirement benefits, workers compensation coverage, insurance or disability benefits. CONTRACTOR shall be solely liable for and obligated to pay directly all applicable taxes, including federal and state income taxes and social security, arising out of CONTRACTORs performance of this Agreement. In connection therewith, CONTRACTOR shall defend, indemnify, and hold City harmless from any and all liability which City may incur because of CONTRACTORs failure to pay such taxes.
14. NOTICES. Notices required under this Agreement shall be delivered personally or by first-class, postage pre-paid mail to the Citys and CONTRACTORS contract administrators at the addresses listed below:
FOR CITY:
FOR CONTRACTOR: Thomas Frutchey James Brezack City Manager President Name and Title
Name and Title 300 Forest Avenue Pacific Grove, CA 93950 3000 Citrus Circle, Suite 210 Walnut Creek, CA 94598 Address Address
(831) 648-3181 (925) 478-8520 Phone Phone
15. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS. 15.01. Conflict of Interest. CONTRACTOR represents that it presently has no interest and agrees not to acquire any interest during the term of this Agreement which would directly or indirectly conflict in any manner or to any degree with the full and complete performance of the professional services required to be rendered under this Agreement.
15.02. Amendment. This Agreement may be amended or modified only by an instrument in writing signed by the City and the CONTRACTOR.
Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 252 GS-C/P650 4/05 6 of 8 Project ID: 15.03. Waiver. Any waiver of any terms and conditions of this Agreement must be in writing and signed by the City and the CONTRACTOR. A waiver of any of the terms and conditions of this Agreement shall not be construed as a waiver of any other terms or conditions in this Agreement.
15.04. Contractor. The term CONTRACTOR as used in this Agreement includes CONTRACTORs officers, agents, and employees acting on CONTRACTORs behalf in the performance of this Agreement.
15.05. Disputes. CONTRACTOR shall continue to perform under this Agreement during any dispute. Contractor and the CITY hereby agree to make good faith efforts to resolve disputes as quickly as possible. In the event any dispute arising from or related to this Agreement results in litigation or arbitration, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover all reasonable costs incurred, including court costs, attorney fees, expenses for expert witnesses (whether or not called to testify), expenses for accountants or appraisers (whether or not called to testify), and other related expenses. Recovery of these expenses shall be as additional costs awarded to the prevailing party, and shall not require initiation of a separate legal proceeding.
15.06. Assignment and Subcontracting. The CONTRACTOR shall not assign, sell, or otherwise transfer its interest or obligations in this Agreement without the prior written consent of the City. None of the services covered by this Agreement shall be subcontracted without the prior written approval of the City. Notwithstanding any such subcontract, CONTRACTOR shall continue to be liable for the performance of all requirements of this Agreement.
15.07. Successors and Assigns. This Agreement and the rights, privileges, duties, and obligations of the City and CONTRACTOR under this Agreement, to the extent assignable or delegable, shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties and their respective successors, permitted assigns, and heirs.
15.08. Compliance with Applicable Law. The parties shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations in performing this Agreement.
15.09. Headings. The headings are for convenience only and shall not be used to interpret the terms of this Agreement.
15.10. Time is of the Essence. Time is of the essence in each and all of the provisions of this Agreement.
15.11. Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted under the laws of the State of California.
15.12. Non-exclusive Agreement. This Agreement is non-exclusive and both City and CONTRACTOR expressly reserve the right to contract with other entities for the same or similar services.
15.13. Construction of Agreement. The City and CONTRACTOR agree that each party has fully participated in the review and revision of this Agreement and that any rule of construction to the effect that ambiguities are to be resolved against the drafting party shall not apply in the interpretation of this Agreement or any amendment to this Agreement.
15.14. Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in two or more counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which together shall constitute one and the same Agreement.
15.15. Authority. Any individual executing this Agreement on behalf of the City or the CONTRACTOR represents and warrants hereby that he or she has the requisite authority to enter into this Agreement on behalf of such party and bind the party to the terms and conditions of this Agreement.
Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 253 GS-C/P650 4/05 7 of 8 Project ID: 15.16. Integration. This Agreement, including the exhibits any documents incorporated by reference, represent the entire Agreement between the City and the CONTRACTOR with respect to the subject matter of this Agreement and shall supersede all prior negotiations, representations, or agreements, either written or oral, between the City and the CONTRACTOR as of the effective date of this Agreement, which is the date that the City signs the Agreement.
15.17. Interpretation of Conflicting Provisions. In the event of any conflict or inconsistency between the provisions of this Agreement and the Provisions of any exhibit or other attachment to this Agreement, the provisions of this Agreement shall prevail and control.
15.18 Severability. If any of the provisions contained in the Contract are held illegal, invalid, or unenforceable, the enforceability of the remaining provisions shall not be impaired thereby. Limitations of liability and indemnities shall survive termination of the Contract for any cause. If a part of this Contract is valid, all valid parts that are severable from the invalid part remain in effect. If a part of this Contract is invalid in one or more of its applications, the part remains in effect in all valid applications that are severable from the invalid applications.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, City and CONTRACTOR have executed this Agreement as of the day and year written below.
CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE CONTRACTOR
By: Purchasing Manager Date: Contractors Business Name*
By:
Department Head (if applicable) By: Date: (Signature of Chair, President, or Vice-President)*
Name and Title Date:
Approved as to Form
By:
City Attorney By: Date: (Signature of Secretary, Asst. Secretary, CFO, or Asst. Treasurer)*
Approved as to Fiscal Provisions
Name and Title
By: Date: Auditor/Controller Date:
Approved as to Liability Provisions
By:
Risk Management 1
Date:
City Board of Supervisors Agreement Number:______________________________.
*INSTRUCTIONS: If CONTRACTOR is a corporation, including limited liability and non-profit corporations, the full legal name of the corporation shall be set forth above together with the signatures of two specified officers. If CONTRACTOR is a partnership, the name of the partnership shall be set forth above together with the signature of a partner who has authority to execute this Agreement on behalf of the partnership. If CONTRACTOR is contracting in an individual capacity, the individual shall set forth the name of the business, if any, and shall personally sign the Agreement.
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1 Approval by Risk Management is necessary only if changes are made in paragraph 8 or 9. Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 255 ATTACHMENT A Professional Consulting Services City of Pacific Grove Alternative Water Supply Study
Page 1 of 2 20120912_AttachmentA.docx I. PROJECT UNDERSTANDING Brezack & Associates Planning, LLC (CONSULTANT) understands the City of Pacific Grove (CITY) desires to complete a review of four water supply projects as alternatives that can be put forth to the California Coastal Commission as Public Agency Participation Proposals. CONSULTANT understands that work on the Public Agency Participation Proposal must be completed to a level sufficient for serious consideration by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and thereafter for consideration in the Monterey Peninsula Water Supply Project. CONSULTANT also understands that time is of the essence with this work and that any such new proposal for water supply alternatives must be submitted to the CPUC before October 1, 2012. CONSULTANT understands that the CITY has retained special council for this project. Throughout this proposal where CONSULTANT references CITY, it is intended to include special council. II. PROPOSED SCOPE OF SERVICES CONSULTANT will assist the CITY in the development and preliminary feasibility analysis of up to four water supply projects. CONSULTANT will gather available information from the CITY useful to the project. CONSULTANT will meet with CITY representatives in a project kick-off meeting to initiate the project, identify communication protocols and collect background information. CONSULTAN will develop with the CITY a common understanding of the capacity goals and objectives of the project that can be applied to each of the water supply alternatives. For the purposes of this scope of services and its associated budget, CONSULTANT will conduct the following investigations and makes assumptions as specified below for the performance of this work: 1. CONSUTANT will prepare a technical memorandum in draft and final forms for review by the CITY and for the CITY to submit to the CPUC. 2. The technical memorandum will present a preliminary level of engineering, planning, and financial investigation of each of the water supply alternatives. Graphics will be developed to identify the major facilities within each alternative, and accompanying narrative descriptions of each alternative will be prepared. Capacities of each of the facilities will also be preliminary in nature and subject to future engineering refinements. 3. CONSULTANT will consider the need for new infrastructure, rehabilitation and or reprogramming of existing to obtain adequate water supplies, treat water sufficient for intended irrigation and or domestic potable uses, store water seasonally, and distribute water for use. As appropriate to the end use and quality of the water (graywater, stormwater, reclaimed wastewater, domestic potable, etc.) CONSULTANT will evaluate end use opportunities, restrictions and site retrofits, as appropriate. 4. CONSULTANT will prepare a preliminary review of potential environmental effects associated with each water supply alternative. CONSULTANTs environmental review will not meet the strict requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); however, CONSULTANT intends to use the Office of Planning and Research (OPR) Appendix G Initial Study Checklist as its guideline for its environmental review. Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 256
Page 2 of 2 CONSULTANTs goal is to identify obvious significant unavoidable impacts and potential mitigation requirements. CONSULTANT will consider both construction- related and operation effects of the proposed project facilities. 5. CONSULTANT will make a regulatory permitting review for the major facilities associated with each water supply alternative. CONSULTANT will consider the potential for the need to obtain permits from local, state and federal agencies including the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, California Public Utilities Commission, California Coastal Commission, Regional Water Quality Control Board, State Lands Commission, U. S. Army Corps of Engineers (ACE), California Department of Public Health, California Department of Fish and Game, National Marine Fisheries Service, U. S. Fish and Wildlife Services, Monterey County, etc. 6. CONSULTANT will identify preliminary capital, operational and unit water cost estimates. Cost estimation will incorporate conclusions of previous work by others in the region as well as rules of thumb for the construction of pipeline, storage and treatment facilities (e.g. dollars per gallon treated, foot of installed pipeline or gallons of storage). CONSULTANT will identify as appropriate state and federal funding opportunities that may be available to the CITY for the construction of the water supply alternatives. 7. CONSULTANT will coordinate closely with CITY to incorporate a review of the existing and potentially required institutional agreements with other regional entities that may be required for each of the water supply alternatives.
III. PROFESSIONAL FEES Attachment B provides the professional service fees for the above work. For simplicity, CONSULTANT has described the project budget as one complete task.
-end- Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 257 ATTACHMENT B Budget for Professional Services City of Pacific Grove Alternative Water Supply Study 20120912 PG Att_B.xlsb 225.00 $ 175.00 $ 175.00 $ 75.00 $ J. Brezack J. Keene R. Thomas D. Platt TOTAL TOTAL Phase Number/Name (Proj. Director) (CEQA) (Proj. Eng.)(Proj Coordin)HRS. Prof. Fees 1Alternative Water Supply Study 70 50 50 24 194 35,050.00 $ TOTAL LABOR BUDGET 70 50 50 24 194 35,050.00 $ REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES 1 Travel 120.00 $ Delivery & Supplies 25.00 $ TOTAL REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES 145.00 $ TOTAL BUDGET 35,195.00 $ Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 258
1 James Brezack President & Project Director James Brezack has more than 25 years of experience in water resources and wastewater planning, including the master planning and design of water, sewer, water supply, and recycled water facilities. He is experienced in all phases of CEQA compliance requirements, and in the interpretation of state and federal environmental policies. Through his project experience, he has developed expertise in environmental planning and regulatory compliance for projects involving California utilities. He also has established relationships with state and federal funding agencies and has played a key role as a grant writer and principal investigator for assisting public agencies in securing additional project funds through the grant process, including work on several recycled water projects. Relevant Experience: Devils Slide Tunnel East Pipeline Alignment SWPPP San Mateo County, CA Project Director responsible for the review in development of a construction SWPPP. Provided onsite SWPPP training, selection of BMPs, coordination of NOI, identification of regulatory agency and permit condition and the overall implementation of mitigation and compliance obligation. Devils Slide Tunnel West Pipeline Alignment Circulation Pump Station Pacifica, CA Project Director responsible for agency coordination, application and negotiations for an exemption to Coastal Development Permit. Anaheim Transportation Network (ATN) Anaheim, CA Project Director responsible for the review of storm water compliance requirements for the ATN Bus Maintenance Facility. Review included identification of SWPPP and MS4 obligations as well as other regulatory obligations for SCAQMD. Arantine Hills Water Supply Assessment (WSA)California & Bluestone Communities, City of Corona, Riverside County, CA Subconsultant to ICF International. Mr. Brezack served as lead investigator for the development of a Water Supply Assessment (WSA) pursuant to the requirements of California Senate Bill SB610 for the proposed Arantine Hills Specific Plan Area. The WSA was completed on time, adopted by the City, and included in the project Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for public circulation and Years of Experience: 25 Education: M.S., Environmental Science, University of Michigan, 1984 B.S., Biology, Utah State University, 1983 A.A.S., Paul Smiths College, 1980 Instructional Service: University of California, Davis. Instructor: Water Supply and Conservation Planning in California, 2010 Professional Certifications: LEED Green Associate, 2011 Professional Affiliations: American Water Works Association Water Environment Federation Western Coalition of Arid States, Past Director and Budget Committee Chair, Department of Agriculture California Water Pollution Control Association Professional Training: Level II of the CELSOC 2004 Future Leaders Program 13-hr AMI - Advanced Leadership Development 2004 45-hr AMI Leadership Development 2003
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2 evaluation of the projects potential environmental effects. The proposed 250-acre development includes 1,402 detached and attached single-family homes and multi-family dwelling units in a master-planned community of residential, commercial, mixed-use, open space, and recreation developments. Total anticipated water demand is approximately 700 acre-feet per year. The WSA was prepared to evaluate water demands and supplies pursuant to the requirements of California Water Code (CWC) 10910- 10915. The City of Corona Department of Water and Power (DWP) provided retail potable and recycled water supplies. The City manages its groundwater resources and receives imported water from Western Municipal Water District. The City produces recycled water, groundwater, and groundwater renovation at its Temescal Basin Desalter. The WSA quantifies water demands of the existing agricultural land use and the proposed Project. The evaluation accounts for projected water supplies and demands for three weather-year scenarios (average year, single-dry year, and multiple-dry water year) to determine sufficiency in meeting the demand of the Citys water supply service area through the next 20-years. Animal Control Facility Engineering Report for Use of Reclaimed Water Dual Plumbed SystemsCity of Palm Springs, CA Project Director. Oversaw the formation of the Engineering Report for Use of Reclaimed Water Dual Plumbed Services for the City of Palm Springs Animal Care Facility. The Proposed facility will be constructed as a dual plumbed building using both potable and reclaimed water for interior and exterior purposes. Mr. Brezack prepared the Engineering Report pursuant to requirements of the State of California Department of Public Health, Title 22, Article 5, Dual Plumbed Recycled Water Systems Section 60314 Report Submittal. Animal Control Facility Dual Plumbing Plan Review/PermittingCentral Contra Costa Sanitation District, Martinez, CA Project Manager. Provided plan review services and permitting assistance for the new Contra Costa County Animal Services Facility. The facility uses recycled water for landscape irrigation and interior kennel wash down. Mr. Brezack provided project management, technical, and regulatory direction for conformance to existing District standards and recycled water regulations as well as coordination with the California Department of Health Services. He directed the preparation of the Engineers Report for the project, including review and updates for the Districts existing Recycled Water Users Guide. Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation AuthorityLos Angeles, CA Project Director. Mr. Brezack served as lead investigator for the development analysis and preparation of a Water Action Plan (WAP) for the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) sustainability program and Environmental Management System (EMS) pursuant to ISO14001. The WAP analyzed trends and current water consumption at selected Metro facilities for business operation and bus and rail maintenance to better understand the relationship between current equipment, operations, and total water use. The WAP developed strategies for water conservation, recycling, and substitution with reclaimed water. Cost-benefit analysis of the recommendations was completed and the strategies prioritized on the basis of financial and total water savings. Mr. Brezack designed the project approach, prepared the study, and planned and provided field investigations for site suitability. He was lead investigator and author responsible for the development of water conservation strategies and facilitated client communications including workshops. Dataloggers and sub-meters were installed at select Metro divisions to provide detailed analysis of the disaggregated water consumption by each water end-user. Mr. Brezack analyzed water use at typical Metro facilities and recommended thirteen water conservation Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 260
3 strategies including conversion to use of municipal recycled water, replacement of specific fixtures and end use equipment, as well as education and outreach programs. Over 200 AFY of water was calculated as potential water savings throughout Metros operations. The WAP also identified the embedded energy and Greenhouse Gas emissions and cost savings that could be achieved through water conservation strategies. This included reducing positive synergies to wastewater and storm water discharges. Christen Hill Pipeline Alignment Opportunities and Constraints AnalysisNorth Coast County Water District, Pacifica, CA Project Manager. Developed an opportunities and constraints analysis for the construction of a new 4000 LF ductile iron pipeline. The analysis reviewed alternatives to optimize the selection of a preferred pipeline alignment by the District. Mr. Brezack led a team that provided a reconnaissance level review of the environmental and regulatory permitting requirements associated with the construction of the Christen Hill Pipeline. North Coast County Water District Field Operations Guidance HandbookPacifica, CA Project Manager. Creation of a Field Operations Handbook for the North Coast County Water District. Mr. Brezack led the preparation of a Field Operations Handbook to facilitate the implementation of the Districts operations while maintaining compliance with applicable state and federal environmental, land use, and other regulatory requirements. The Handbook describes the pertinent procedures to protect the environment while maintaining the District facilities. The Handbook includes a summary of general procedures and responsible work practices, a list of prohibited activities, emergency contact information, a description of applicable regulatory requirements, and a glossary of special status species.
Diablo Country Club Energy and Water Sustainability ProjectDiablo, CA Project Manager. Mr. Brezack is the lead investigator providing assistance and coordination in developing the Diablo Country Clubs long-range plan of sustainable water and energy operations. Sustainability planning focuses on water and energy conservation and use and supply alternatives, including onsite power generation. Mr. Brezack is responsible for facilitating meetings with PG&E, Central Contra Costa Sanitary District, East Bay Municipal Utility District, and the Clubs Committee on Energy Conservation.
Water Smart Water and Energy Efficiency Grant Application AssistanceNorth Coast County Water District, Pacifica, CA Project Manager. Preparing a technical proposal, funding plan, and grant application package to the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation for the FY2011 Water and Energy Efficiency Grants, pursuant to Funding Opportunity Announcement No. R10SF80157. Mr. Brezack led the development of a small-scale hydrokinetic project that would produce energy gained from high velocities within the water distribution system that would otherwise be wasted. The energy generated would be applied back to the PG&E grid. Malibu Restaurants Water Conservation PlansMalibu, CA Mr. Brezack led the preparation of Water Conservation Plans for two proposed beachfront restaurants in the City of Malibu, California. The Plans are intended to ensure water conservation to reduce the potential for impact to the designated beneficial uses of the receiving waters. Mr. Brezack made estimates of water demands and typical conservation savings based on the use of generally acceptable and readily available water conservation Best Management Practices (BMPs). Industrial Recycled Water Facilities PlanCentral Contra Costa Sanitary District, Martinez, CA Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 261
4 Project Manager. Developed the business plan component of a facilities planning document to analyze requirements needed to provide up to 8 MGD of recycled wastewater to local oil refineries for cooling tower use. An integrated computer spreadsheet model was developed to analyze the capital, operational, and maintenance costs as well as the financial implications of the proposed facilities. Mr. Brezack analyzed a proposed ammonia removal system for compliance with stringent industrial process requirements for reclaimed water. He performed conceptual facility sizing and siting for cost-estimating purposes and made an analysis of the required modifications to the existing wastewater treatment plant to integrate new ammonia removal facilities. Upgrades with potential new distribution facilities were compared to existing facilities through analysis of pipeline and storage tank requirements. Marina Airport Area Facilities Planning Grant ProjectMarina Coast Water District, Monterey County, CA Project Manager. Prepared Facilities Plan Report to present a recycled water project including 300 acre- feet per year (AFY) of recycled water for construction loan eligibility from the Water Recycling Load Program and the State Revolving Fund Program. The Airport Project would supply recycled water for irrigation demands and construction to facilities adjacent to the Marina Airport Area. Mr. Brezack evaluated pipeline alignments from the Salinas Valley Reclamation project to the Airport. The project also included an evaluation of satellite treatment plant alternatives. Water Supply Assessment & Environmental Documentation City of Vernon, CA Project Director. Analyzed environmental impacts and prepared mitigated Negative Declaration for a proposed chlorine production facility in the City of Vernon. Mr. Brezack included the development of a Water Supply Assessment consistent with the requirements of SB610 in the analysis. Water Supply StudyCity of Lathrop, CA Project Manager. Preparation of water demand analysis on Citys growth, quantities and plans for sustainable water supplies on fast-track schedule. The City planned for significant population growth within the next 20 years and needed a comprehensive understanding of projected water demands and supply. Mr. Brezack identified the means to augment water supplies for this planned future growth to enhance supply reliability and confirm unit and total water demands that had been developed previously. Gilbert Property Water Supply AssessmentOakley, CA Project Manager. Prepared a Water Supply Assessment (WSA) for the Gilbert Property Development Project. The 120-acre project site consisted of approximately 510 residential units with approximately three acres of park area. Mr. Brezack performed a WSA to determine water availability during build-out conditions consistent with California Water Codes. Single and multiple dry year conditions at build-out were also considered as part of this report. Mr. Brezack coordinated with staff from the Diablo Water District, Contra Costa Water District, Central Valley Project, and the City of Oakley to prepare this report. Crystal Springs Energy DissipaterSan Mateo County, CA Project Manager and Lead Technical Investigator. Design development and engineering services to provide restoration and protection for a segment of San Mateo Creek located at the base of the Lower Crystal Springs Dam and Reservoir. Releases from the dam had previously eroded a segment of the creek above the outlet stilling basin. Slope restoration and long-term protection were necessary and required by Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 262
5 the RWQCB to prevent future sedimentation to the creek and to stabilize the bank. The project was complicated by the presence of California Red-Legged Frog (Rana aurora draytonni), a federally listed threatened species. Mr. Brezack coordinated an analysis of impacts and protection throughout the construction phases of the project. He was responsible for the regulatory agency coordination, including the development of permit applications to the RWQCB CWA 401 Water Quality Certification, 1602 Stream and Lakebed Alteration Agreement from the DFG, and a Section 404 Nationwide Permit from the Corps. Mr. Brezack conducted an analysis of the impacts of the proposed project, which included habitat protection and water quality impacts. Site investigations and mapping were completed to verify proposed impacts and to develop mitigation measures. He coordinated with staff of each of the regulatory agencies for processing, approval, and the development of standard and project-specific mitigation measures. Abel Street Improvements ProjectMilpitas, CA Project Manager and Lead Technical Investigator. Regulatory agency permitting for construction of stabilization of approximately 1,250 feet of a portion of Lower Penitencia Creek in Milpitas, California. Mr. Brezack was responsible for the regulatory agency coordination, including the development of permit applications to the RWQCB CWA 401 Water Quality Certification, 1602 Stream and Lakebed Alteration Agreement from the DFG, and a Section 404 Nationwide Permit from the Corps. He conducted an analysis of the impacts of the proposed project concerning flood conveyance, habitat impact, and water quality impacts. Site investigations and mapping were completed to verify proposed impacts and to develop mitigation measures. Mr. Brezack coordinated with staff of each of the regulatory agencies to obtain their processing, approval, and the development of standard and project-specific mitigation measures. San Ramon City CenterSan Ramon, CA Principal and Lead Technical Investigator. Mr. Brezack worked on the utilities site-planning phase of the project which consisted of the analysis of site constraints for a 44-acre mixed-use development project in San Ramon, California. He oversaw the preparation of a stormwater hydrology report to confirm previous estimates of onsite detention and stormwater quality Best Management Practices (BMPs) pursuant to the Alameda County Stormwater Permit Requirements, including C.3 provisions. Alameda Point Naval Air Station Reuse PlanAlameda, CA Drainage Manager and Lead Technical Investigator. Design of approximately 6,000 feet of storm drains and associated appearances to facilitate the radiological decontamination from past military activities. Mr. Brezack prepared a stormwater plan, including a construction hydrology report for the identification of pump-arounds needed during construction activities. The design adhered to the Alameda County Standards in all areas including materials selection, preparation of plans and specification, and specialized ground freeze shoring techniques. Wastewater Recycling Facility ProjectCity of Santa Paula, CA Project Manager. Provide consulting assistance in developing a more cost effective project due to concerns over cost escalation at the 30-percent design level for a $90M project for the City. Mr. Brezack provided program management, value engineering, and related services for the project. In the late 1990s, Santa Paula initiated an aggressive program to meet requirements established by a time schedule order and draft consent decree. the City contracted with the consultant to Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 263
6 City of Santa Paula State Revolving FundSanta Paula, CA Project Manager. Working under contract to the City of Santa Paula, had the primary responsibility for preparation of the State Revolving Fund (SRF) loan application and application for $83,000,000 for a proposed new facility. Also included was the eligibility determination for a grant from the state Water Reclamation Loan Program. Consultant had been administrating the EPAs planning grant award of $73,000 for the city wastewater program. This included lead coordination roles with the State Water Board and EPA staff, preparation of a value engineering evaluation, analysis of the 30% design, coordination of the CEQA-plus analysis, preparation of the facilities plan and preparation of the project work plan, grant status and close-out reports. Maintained coordination with the Citys lobbyist in Washington, D.C. and in Sacramento for development of special legislation for eligibility under additional federal and state funding programs. Assisted in the preparation of project briefing packages for decision makers and text evaluation for special targeted legislation. West Basin Membrane Technology Support ServicesRedondo Beach, CA Served as the permit coordination manager; responsible for the evaluation of regulatory permits and providing guidance and direction to the permit strategy. Analyzed intake alternatives, including beach wells, various types of seabed infiltration galleries, and surface water intakes. Prepared a preliminary assessment of permitting requirements for the entire demonstration facility, and prepared the CEQA documentation for an MND. San Pasqual Brackish Groundwater Desalination Demonstration ProjectSan Diego, CA Served as the permit coordination manager; responsible for the evaluation of regulatory permits and provides guidance and direction to the ongoing permit strategy. Consultants services include the implementation of a 200 gpm brackish groundwater desalination plant for producing up to 5 mgd of potable water supply from the San Pasqual groundwater basin. Morada Water Interconnect ProjectSan Joaquin County, CA Served as permit coordinator; responsible for the permit applications and regulatory agency coordination for the project. The proposed pipeline alignment includes multiple creek crossings and crossing with East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) Mokolumne Aqueducts. Anticipated regulatory coordination includes the Corps, USFWS, EBMUD. The project included interconnect pipeline connections between six separate water distribution systems to provide a reliable water supply between the water systems in emergency situations or when one well is out of service. The projects approach and work plan complies with the County's requirement that the 100% design plans be complete within 70 working days to facilitate state funding for the project. Integrated Water Management PlanCity of American Canyon, CA The project analyzed potential water supply alternative components to identify projects that yield multiple benefits for water supplies, water quality, and natural resources. The project will review all of the citys available water resources and choose opportunities that best enhance and protect the environment, meet the water needs of the city, and provide for the planned future growth of the community. The project addressed the interrelationship between water supply availability and treatment requirements, wastewater treatment, discharge requirements and reclamation opportunities, flood control, stormwater quality and treatment requirements, groundwater supplies, and riparian habitat preservation and enhancement. Project also addressed water demands and planned water demands, and included the preparation of Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 264
7 engineering report evaluating the operations of the City's Ultrafiltration Water Treatment Plant, development of a water loss audit program, and analysis of alternatives for future water supplies. Comprehensive Wastewater Treatment Plant PlanAmerican Canyon, CA Project Manager. As part of this project, performed a comprehensive plan for wastewater treatment, disposal and, reuse to meet interim and ultimate city wastewater treatment requirements. Consultant evaluated wastewater flows and estimates of population projections for ultimate plant capacity requirements. Evaluated industrial discharges to the industrial influent stream. Conducted an evaluation of the immediate needs for additional treatment capacity; provision of adequate treatment to prevent violations of its NPDES permit discharge limits; an evaluation of the near-term repair and upgrade issues per the City's capital improvement project list; evaluation of cost-effective operations considering operational history of existing membrane bioreactor filters; and identified a transition to the Citys longterm goals to maximize recycled water development in context of pending TMDLs. Consultant firm evaluated the treatment plant's preliminary treatment system to determine the hydraulic characteristics and removal efficiencies of the treatment system, and provided recommended improvements to preliminary treatment at the influent sewer lift stations and at the treatment plant. Evaluated improvements to the UV Disinfection system and emergency power requirements. Developed a water quality model of the plant using GPS-X software by Hydromantis to assess tank sizes and plant performance for interim and permanent upgrade options. Performed modeling to predict water quality resulting from integration of industrial and domestic influents. Upgrade options consist of evaluation of wetlands treatment for metals removal. Brackish Water Desalination Feasibility StudyMontara, CA Consultant provided engineering, environmental and permitting services for a feasibility study of a 0.5 mgd brackish water desalination project sourced by vertical wells near the coastline. James served as project manager responsible for the coordination with the district manager and district engineer on the development and refinements to the projects scope of work. Coordinated with DWR to ensure eligibility with the Proposition 50 funding requirements. Coordinated and directed to subconsultants for the onsite investigations of the local hydrology and outfall inspection and assisted in the preparation and technical review of Technical Memorandums documenting the analysis and conclusions for the development of a new desalination plant. In addition, he coordinated with the District Board on the issues associated with water supply availability and the development of a new water supply option. 27-Inch Dairy Lane Sanitary Sewer Line RehabilitationBelmont, CA Provided condition assessment and design engineering services for the rehabilitation of an existing 27- inch sanitary sewer trunk. The condition assessment included review and interpretation of an internal video inspection engineering evaluation to determine the best alternatives for remedial work and the development of plans, specifications and engineers cost estimate. Analysis of alternatives included rehabilitation using cast in place and lining systems or replacement of the sewer using pipe bursting techniques. Coastal Water ProjectMonterey County, CA Served as permitting manager for this large-scale regional desalination facility for California American Water Company. The project included two booster stations, 24 miles of pipelines, and aquifer storage and recovery facilities. For the project, he developed a permit coordination center to coordinate permitting and regulatory activities as needed to meet the requirements of the 28 federal, state, and local approvals Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 265
8 identified for the project. Applications and analysis included waste discharge requirements by the RWQCB for brine disposal, coastal development permits by the California Coastal Commission and the County of Monterey, review approvals by the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, and approvals by the Corps, USFWS, NMFS, and DFG. Fagan Canyon DevelopmentCity of Santa Paula, CA Served as project manager for the preparation of the WSA. Additional work included the evaluation of previous water demand projections, data logging to determine current accurate residential water demands, development of appropriate water conservation measures to reduce water demand, analysis of wastewater generation rates to accurately predict the potential for reclaimed water use and provisions for the distribution and use of reclaimed water. Worked in close collaboration with the City and the project applicant and their engineering and legal consultants to complete this work. The Dunes on Monterey Bay Development ProjectMarina Community Partners, Monterey County, CA Served as project manager for the preparation of water demand models consistent with the requirements of the water purveyor, the Marina Coast Water District. Working closely with the project development team, identified a series of critical water conservation BMPs to reduce the projects overall water demand. Collaborated with the Marina Coast Water District (MCWD) in the development of the WSA to meet the requirements of the MCWD and to request critical modifications to the draft WSA for analysis of water demand and supply projections. The project consists of proposed 1237 new residential dwelling units and approximately 1,875,000 square feet of commercial developments at the main entrance of the former Fort Ord, an area of 455 acres. Ord Community Wastewater System Master PlanMCWD, Monterey County, CA Project manager for the preparation of the Ord Community Wastewater System Master Plan Project. One of the objectives of the master plan project was the examination of the wastewater system to plan for the future development of the former Fort Ord (also known as the Ord Community), as well as to improve the existing collection system performance to eliminate sanitary sewer overflows. The Ord Community wastewater system consists of approximate 65 miles of gravity sewer pipeline, eight lift stations, and seven miles of force main throughout approximately 28,000 acres of land. This project included mapping of the existing wastewater collection system, creation of a GIS map of the wastewater collection system, review of current operations and maintenance activities, flow monitoring study, infiltration/inflow analysis, land use analysis, collection system capacity analysis, condition assessment, identification of system deficiencies, identification of required improvements, and the development of a 20-year capital improvement program. Water Distribution Master Plan ProjectMarina Coast Water District, Monterey County, CA Served as project manager and principal investigator; responsible for the development of a master plan for potable water service for the City of Marina and the former Fort Ord Army Base. The project analyzed the anticipated potable water demands throughout the service area of the MCWD and performed condition assessment of portions of the distribution system. Condition assessment included nondestructive means of determining remaining useful life of the major distribution components including wells, storage reservoirs and pumping plants. Estimates were made of existing corrosion damage and replacement requirements. Capital projects were developed to provide continuous water service for the anticipated future build-out of the former army base. Analysis of water demands were included to investigate the historic water use Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 266
9 patterns and a verification of typical water demand budgets for various land use classifications. The water distribution system service area includes numerous schools, planned housing developments, the new campus of the California State University, Monterey Bay and the UC Santa Cruz Monterey Bay Education, Science, and Technology Center. Water Conservation Feasibility ProjectMarina Coast Water District, Monterey County, CA Served as project manager and principal investigator; responsible for investigation of water conservation options for MCWDs service area. The project evaluated the opportunities of implementing water conservation BMPs as established by the California Urban Water Conservation Council for interior and exterior water use. Included in the project was a tiered leak detection program to assess and identify significant distribution system water losses. The study performed disaggregated water monitoring program and an evaluation of evapotranspiration irrigation controllers. Napa Valley Marina Expansion - Environmental Reconnaissance StudyNapa, CA Assisted with the agency coordination for the review of a land use permit for the proposed expansion of the Napa Marina (a privately owned facility). The owners of this facility proposed the construction of an additional 100 permanent boat slips, a new restaurant, modifications to the existing wastewater disposal system, expansion of the parking and appurtenant facilities. Assisted the facility owners through the review of background materials and preparation of additional studies to meet agency requirements for their determination of appropriate CEQA analysis and design review and approval. Meetings were held with resource and regulatory agency representatives to identify their specific concerns about the project. Coordination with the County of Napa focused on the need to provide additional information on the anticipated biological resources and impacts, water quality impact and appropriate non-point pollution control measures and for the analysis of traffic related impacts. Consultant facilitated a series of meetings with the agencies resulting in a focused analysis of these resource issues. The project description was revised to include development of onsite mitigation measures of non-point pollution prevention measures. Stonebridge Storm Drain AnalysisLathrop, CA Responsible for regulatory analysis, agency coordination with the Corps, DFG, State Reclamation Board, RWQCB, County of San Joaquin, City of Lathrop, and Caltrans, and permit application for new 18 cfs storm drain discharge structure with two miles of force main discharge pipe to the San Joaquin River. Urban Regional Recycled Water ProjectMCWD, Monterey County, CA Served as project manager and principal investigator; responsible for the investigation of conceptual planning and cost estimating of a new regional recycled water project. The project proposes to provide recycled water throughout the former Fort Ord and Marina, California for non-potable purposes. The project developed alternative pipeline alignments, conceptual pumping and storage systems to provide recycled water consistent with the State of California requirements (pursuant to Title 22) and state and local health department requirements. Included in the proposed service area are large horticultural landscaping and ornamental areas including the five golf courses, the campus of California State University, Monterey Bay, and numerous schools, parks, and playfields. The project analyzed the unit irrigation demand factors for the local climate and landscaping practices and proposed separate estimates for water conserving irrigation schedules based on the use of the latest technologies including evapotranspiration based controllers, improvements to application and management efficiencies. Aggregate estimates were made for each of the identified demands. Recommendations for the use of Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 267
10 recycled water included a review of the suitability for the recycled water based on several key water quality parameters. Oakland Pump Station Master PlanOakland, CA Project Manager. Conducted a condition assessment and recommendations for upgrades and replacements to 14 wastewater and stormwater pump stations throughout the city. The project included a desk-top study to confirm hydraulic and hydrologic sizing and adequacy of existing facilities. Field inspection and recommendations for repair, upgrade and replacement include all electrical, mechanical, controls, corrosion and coatings systems, site civil and OSHA compliance. Consultant developed a prioritization scheme to assist the City in the programming of the recommended repairs based on threats to life safety, environmental contamination, risk of upset, and ease of maintenance. Estimates of construction costs for the recommended improvements are in development. EBMUD Reservoir Outage PlanningOakland, CA Served as project manager and lead investigator for this complex and challenging project. Led a team of office engineers and field support personnel to model 26 pressure zones in anticipation of planned outages of 26 of the Districts water supply reservoirs throughout the 325-square-mile service area. These outages were necessary to schedule seismic retrofit modifications for the reservoirs. Team prepared hydraulic models for each of the pressure zones using Cybernet computer modeling software. Steady state and extended period simulations analysis were completed to determine system performance under anticipated fire flow demands, consistent with the Districts requirements for pressure and flow during fire demands. They then performed field testing of the distribution system to calibrate each of the pressure zones under investigation. Field-testing included gathering data on pressure and flow at critical system locations. The team then developed mitigation measures, including the use of temporary tanks, booster pumping and operational modifications including use of zone valves and temporary by-pass pipelines, to ensure that adequate pressure and flow could be provided throughout each of the pressure zones during the planned outage. Lower Crystal Springs Energy DissipaterSan Mateo County, CA Served as project manager and principal investigator; responsible for the development and implementation of regulatory and CEQA strategy for the design of a new energy dissipater for the outlet of the Lower Crystal Springs Dam. Provided coordination of state and federal permitting agencies, management for the design and analysis of project alternatives, investigation of CEQA and permit requirements, coordination of internal stakeholders and habitat evaluation. Lower Crystal Springs Stream Bank RestorationSan Mateo County, CA Served as project manager; responsible for the preparation of permit applications for Nationwide 404 Permits, Water Quality Certification, Streambed Alteration Agreement and ESA coordination for the issuance of a biological opinion. Project involved the development of engineering refinements and construction methodology to restore eroded stream bank with minimal impacts to California red-Legged frog and San Francisco garter snake. Provided federal and state agency coordination, development of CEQA compliance strategy, and environmental coordination. Eastern Municipal Water DistrictSan Jacinto, CA Provided field engineering for the construction of a new 36-inch diameter water transmission main in Moreno Valley. Project responsibilities included providing liaison between project contractor and Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 268
11 engineering team, tracking and resolution of requests for information, field observations to maintain project design, assistance in pipeline acceptance testing and field engineering to resolve conflicts and unanticipated conditions. Southeast Water Pollution Control Plant, Odor Control and Solids Handling EIRSan Francisco, CA Served as project manager and administrator of the joint venture. Served as the principal point of contact with the SFPUC and Planning Offices. Responsibilities included the administration of the joint venture, development of subconsultant agreements, development and maintenance of project schedule and work assignments, and provision of directions to project. Coordinated with the City for the development of project alternatives. Bryant Street Business Services ComplexSan Francisco, CA Served as project manager and principal investigator; responsible for the development of CEQA compliance documents including those necessary to meet the requirements of the City of San Francisco. Responsibilities included coordination with City of San Francisco Planning Department staff, site investigation, coordination with project architects and engineers, and development of environmental documents. North Bay Watershed Management AssociationLas Gallinas Valley, CA Served as project manager and facilitator; responsible for supporting a grassroots organization dedicated to the development of watershed stewardship throughout the San Pablo Bay Watershed. Provided direction and support for the GIS analysis of land uses and development of project mapping, served as facilitator for the development of mission and goal statements for the North Bay Watershed Management Association, and identified funding support from state and federal sources for watershed planning assistance. Malibu Detailed Preliminary Design/Malibu EIR/Malibu Assessment EngineeringLos Angeles County Department of Public Works, Malibu, CA Responsible for the project management of three contracts including budget and schedule tracking, invoicing, selection and coordination of subconsultants, overall project management, preparation of reports, and direction of project management and technical meetings. Responsible for providing technical information to the director of public works during county board of supervisors public hearings, media interviews; leadership roles at public EIR review hearings, public workshops, public committee meetings and field tours of existing and proposed facility sites. San Sevaine Creek Water ProjectSan Bernardino County, CA Served as project manager; responsible for project reformation consistent with Reclamation PL984, Small Reclamation Projects Act. Managed team to complete loan application report preparation, which included loan processing coordination with Reclamations Lower Colorado Region and Denver Office, eligibility and analysis of engineering requirements benefit cost and separable costs remaining benefits. Successfully negotiated with the environmental resources agencies to gain their support and obtain environmental permits including Corps Section 404, Section 7 consultation with USFWS, RWQCB 401 permit and 1600 agreements from the DFG. Completed state and federal environmental requirements. Project reformulation included the establishment of a land banking system for the preservation of more than 180 acres of alluvial coastal sage scrub habitat. Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 269
12 Eastern Municipal Water DistrictSan Jacinto, CA Provided successful assistance at the state and federal levels for Reclamations support of environmental and engineering projects, and funding and modification of existing federal programs. Principal coordination efforts included Reclamations participation for utility corridor and constructed wetlands projects. Provided project reformulation and funding assistance for the final Reclamation PL-984 projects and ongoing modifications to the USDAs PL-566 Program. Lake ElsinoreElsinore Valley Municipal Water District, CA Project involved development of water quality improvement projects consistent with implementation of Reclamation PL984, Small Reclamation Projects Act Loan. Served as liaison for development of engineered riparian habitat with Reclamations staff in the Denver Office and Lower Colorado River Region. Three Valleys Municipal Water District Denitrification Pilot PlantThree Valleys, CA Task Manager responsible for operation, sampling and data analysis of pilot scale denitrification unit. Activities included presentations to American technical advisory committee, district board meetings and special interest groups. Terra Linda GardensMarin, CA Served as project manager; responsible for the development of Proposition 204 funding assistance application for grant award to this recycled water demonstration gardens. Desalting Technology DevelopmentLawrence Livermore National Laboratories, CA Managing pilot study of capacitive deionization, a desalting technology that could have widespread application in the field of water resources. Contra Costa Sanitary District Reclamation ProjectContra Costa County, CA Provided funding support for development of a water reclamation program. Contra Costa Sanitary District Reclamation ProjectContra Costa County, CA Engineering Report and agency coordination for the approval of a new indoor use of recycled water by the Sate Department of Health Services and the RWQCB. Lake Elsinore Inlet Channel, CWA Section 319 GrantLake Elsinore, CA Provided project-funding assistance for the development of a riparian corridor along the inlet channel to Lake Elsinore. The project was developed as a non-point pollution control measure to improve and protect the water quality of the back basin of Lake Elsinore. The project was competitively awarded grant funds by Region 9 of the EPA. Amber Ridge Sewer Project, SRF Funding AssistanceLake Elsinore, CA Provided project-funding assistance for the construction of a new sewer collection system. Services included initial listing with the RWQCB, subsequent listing on the EPA's priority list, development of supporting documentation, presentation to the State Board, coordination through design engineering, bidding, construction and startup. Expeditious efforts were employed through close coordination with staff for CEQA review and SHPO coordination. Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 270
13 Canyon Lake Sewer System Replacements, Project Development and SRF Funding Assistance Lake Elsinore, CA The RWQCB issued a time constraint order on the project area for contamination to a water reservoir. The existing sewage collection and conveyance systems were experiencing surcharges and wet weather overloading. Existing flows had exceeded the available capacities. The project was evaluated to identify system improvements that would enable the District to upgrade the system without jeopardizing SRF eligibility. It was also important to proceed expeditiously for compliance to the RWQCB's order. Following loan approval by the State Board the project was segmented into four separate loan contracts. This action facilitated project implementation and schedule adherence. Equipment manufacturer's and specialty contractors were better able to participate in the project, meeting SRF bidding requirements. District-Wide Reclaimed Wastewater Master Plan, SRF Funding AssistanceElsinore Valley Municipal Water District, Riverside County, CA The District had developed a five-phase approach to providing reclaimed water throughout its service area. These projects involved coordination at the regional and state levels to meet EPA requirements and received placement on the priority list for SRF funding assistance. Funding assistance included development of project brochures descriptive of the planned facilities, coordination with the Santa Ana RWQCB and the State Water Board. Key regulatory and permitting agencies were similarly contacted to assess potential planning and design concerns. Agricultural Drainage LoanEastern Municipal Water District, CA Planning, designing, and constructing of a groundwater desalter was approved by the State Board for funding under the agricultural drain loan portion of the SRF. Services provided included the development of descriptive project brochures, loan application report and coordination with regulatory and permitting agencies. Wetlands Improvement StudyLas Gallinas Valley Sanitary District, San Rafael, CA Served as project manager and principal investigator for the investigation and conceptual design of the use of constructed wetlands as a part of the wastewater treatment process. Project included the analysis of the current state of the art of the use of constructed treatment wetlands, conceptual design of a new treatment wetlands, investigation of the potential for the removal of toxic constituents, potential for the development of wet weather wetlands and a review of the potential for low interest loans and grants for assistance in funding of a new treatment wetland. Sewer and Storm Waste Master PlanningMonterey County, CA Served as project manager for a study for water and sewer improvements for County Service Area 14, Castroville. Wastewater Master PlanSalinas, CA Served as project manager; responsible for the development of citywide computer simulation model to identify available capacity and anticipated system deficiencies based on future conditions of maximum build-out. Project included flow monitoring and field surveys to develop GIS based simulation of existing facilities and land uses. Area-Wide Wastewater Master StudyMonterey, CA Lead investigator responsible for the review of wastewater needs throughout this twelve-member agency. Project focused on the identification of anticipated developments, existing system deficiencies and Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 271
14 continued use of individual and community-base onsite wastewater systems. Project included working with and making presentations to the MRWPCA Technical Advisory Committee, review of AMBAG population and economic forecasts, integration of local and regional wastewater regulations, field review of existing collection and treatment systems, and the development and analysis of over twenty alternative wastewater collection, treatment, and reclamation systems. Wastewater Master PlanCity of Casa Grande, AZ Lead investigator for projected wastewater conveyance needs, including the evaluation of existing system deficiencies and projection of facility needs through community build-out using computerized modeling techniques. Wastewater Master PlanCity of Bullhead City, AZ Project included the evaluation of existing system deficiencies and projection of facility needs through community build-out using computerized simulation modeling techniques of both pressure and gravity systems. Sewer Master PlanIrvine Ranch Water District, Irvine, CA Served as manager for computer modeling with interactive GIS system. Also served as lead investigator for Sewer Master Planning for Kern County CSA 71. Los Angeles Department of Public WorksLos Angeles, CA Served as project manager for County of Los Angeles Department of Public Works wastewater investigations for the Malibu area, which included detailed preliminary design, district sewerage master planning, and assessment engineering. Malibu Area Wastewater Facilities DesignCounty of Los Angeles, CA Served as deputy project manager; responsible for computerized simulation modeling of pressure sewer system, facility design and conveyance system master planning, treatment facility layout, community relations manager, coordination with and presentations to public and regulatory agencies. San Gabriel Canyon Debris Management StudyCounty of Los Angeles, CA Provided computer simulation of reservoir flood routing for the San Gabriel Reservoirs using HEC-2 and HEC-5. Provided preliminary sizing, design and routing for a pressurized pipeline to convey dredged materials from the San Gabriel Canyon to downstream disposal site. Sub-Potable Market SurveyCity of Pasadena Department of Water and Power, Pasadena, CA Served as project manager; responsible for the development of a computerized water distribution system model. Project included modeling of a water supply reservoir, backbone conveyance system and distribution pipelines to potential reclaimed water users. Water demands were estimated based on various classifications of potential reuse. Old Town Lake Elsinore Water System ReplacementElsinore Valley Municipal Water District, Lake Elsinore, CA Served as project manager; responsible for development of water distribution system modeling and preliminary design of a water system replacement project for funding by the DWR Proposition 82 Loan Program. Also served as design manager for subsequent design engineering contract for replacement of approximately six miles of water pipelines and appurtenances. Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 272
15 Water System Master PlanBeaumont Cherry Valley Water District, Beaumont, CA Served as project manager; responsible for the development of a multi-pressure zone water system distribution master plan. Performed extended period simulations for the identification of system deficiencies, modeled system improvements, and developed implementation plan and cost estimates for improvements. Performed numerous pressure system updates for the District to identify system improvements and expansions to meet demands of new developments. Temecula Growers Reuse Irrigation ProjectEastern Municipal Water District, San Jacinto, CA Served as project manager; responsible for the development of computerized model simulation of a proposed reclaimed water distribution and storage system. Hydrology UpdateSanta Barbara Flood Control and Water Conservation District, Santa Barbara, CA Manager and lead technical investigator with responsibilities that included the evaluation of past hydraulic analysis from FEMA, the Corps, and various engineering consultants; updating this data to PC usage for a HEC-2 study. Coordinated information transfer from FEMA and the Corps. Clean Water Action Plan SeminarWESTCAS/Oregon Water Resources Congress Joint MeetingPortland, OR Organized, facilitated, and served as moderator for this half day seminar focused on the Clean Water Action Plan. Brasada Development ProjectCity of San Dimas, Los Angeles County Served as lead investigator for the review of the potential environment effects of the proposed project to the recharge of the underlying groundwater basin. The proposed project consists of a new residential development with an area of approximately 280 acres throughout the Northern Foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains. Existing lands were undeveloped watershed. Given the proposed increase of impermeable areas associated with the proposed project it was necessary to prepare an assessment of the potential of the development to decrease groundwater basin recharge. Worked with the Applicants representatives to review background documents and available technical studies prepared for other projects within the region. A technical memorandum was completed and submitted to the Applicant for use by the teams consultant in preparation of an Environmental Impact Report (EIR). William Lyon HomesCity of Lathrop, San Joaquin County, CA Development of regulatory agency permits and coordination activities for a new storm water discharge structure to the San Joaquin River. Coordination for application and aquiistion of 404, 401, 1600 permits. Conducted coordination activities with NMFS, USFWS, CDFG, RWQCB, State Reclamation Board and local agencies. Golf Club Road Bridge Replacement ProjectCity of Pleasant Hill, Contra Costa County, CA Development of applications for wetland jurisdiction maps through the USACOE, and application s for 404, 401, 1600 permits. Coordination with Caltrans for 4F land evaluation. Coordination, review and analysis of field studies for vegetation, wetlands and wildlife. Lubet Mitigation WetlandsSan Mateo County, CA Project manager responsible for the development of applications for 404, 401 1600 permits. Coordination with USACOE, USFWS, RWQCB and CDFG for a proposed wetland and California Red-Legged Frog Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 273
16 mitigation banks. Prepared biological sections to a Mitigated Negative Declaration and assisted in the development of appropriate design parameters for review and approval by regulatory agencies. Village Green Storm Water DischargeSanta Clara County, CA Project manager responsible; for development of applications for 1600 permit, wetlands delineation, jurisdictional map and clearance from USACOE for construction of a new stormwater discharge. Coordination, review and analysis of field studies for vegetation, wetlands and wildlife. Rolling Hills Slope Stabilization ProjectRichmond, CA Project Manager for the preparation of a hydrology report, pipeline improvement recommendations, and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan. Directed engineering support during the development and construction of the slope improvement. Harry Tracy Slope Emergency Restoration ProjectSan Bruno, CA Project Manager for the analysis of the regulatory compliance for the emergency project for the City and County of San Francisco. The project was a slope failure located directly below a raw water intake pipeline at the Harry Tracy Water Treatment Plant. Mr. Brezack developed and assisted in field surveys to assist in the determination of environmental sensitivities and permitting requirements. The emergency status of the project required close coordination with regulatory agencies and extensive research to obtain necessary permits and approvals. Permit compliance was completed with the Army Corps, USFWS, and CDFG to obtain exemptions. Holman Road Bridge ModelingSan Joaquin County Project Manager, responsible for the direction of the Holman Road bridge analysis using HEC-2 and HEC- RAS modeling programs to analyze potential impacts to Bear Creek. The bridge was proposed to serve as main transportation artery for the Cannery Park residential development project. Cross Connection Controls IS/MNDSan Francisco Public Utilities Commission Project Director. Directed the preparation of an IS/MND for a project proposed by the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) to address Department of Health Services (DHS) concerns regarding potential cross connections at 32 sites along the SFPUC Hetch Hetchy pipeline system. Cross connections can occur where air valves and blow-off valves, while being opened or closed, allow water from outside the system (rainfall, flood water, etc.) to enter and compromise the quality of the water being delivered. San Pedro Valley Corporation Yard Expansion IS/MNDPacifica, CA Project Manager. The Corporation Yard Project consisted of the redevelopment of an existing corporation yard located adjacent to San Pablo Creek in Pacifica, CA. Directed preparation and recommendations for a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan and assistance with local permitting regulations. Directed the preparation of an IS/MND for the expansion of facilities to include a vehicle wash rack, four storage containers (for sand, drain rock, base rock and asphalt), pipe racking system, vehicle fueling station, concrete washout area, among other improvements. Key issues include air quality, biological resources, noise, aesthetics, and cultural resources. Martin Ranch Opportunities and Constraints AnalysisButte County, CA Project Manager. Directed the preparation of an Opportunities and Constraints Analysis for a 2,700-acre property in unincorporated Butte County. The report included analysis of the project sites biological, Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 274
17 cultural, geological, electromagnetic, and land use limitations. The report included an opportunity and constraints map, as well as a preliminary site plan. Wetland Delineations and Regulatory Permit Processing Project Manager. Directed the field investigations and office preparation of wetland delineation maps and reports, and processed regulatory permits (the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the California Regional Water Quality Control Board, and the California Department of Fish and Game) for the following projects: Golf Club Road Project (Pleasant Hill, CA) - Bridge Replacement Draper Ranch North (Yuba County, CA)- Residential Subdivision Butte House Road (Yuba County, CA)- Residential Subdivision Cannery Park (San Joaquin County, CA)- Mixed-Use Development Cooper Clay Field (Tuolumne County, CA) - Mining Operation Abel Street Infrastructure Improvements (Milpitas, CA) - Stream Restoration Tidewater Crossings (Stockton, CA) - Mixed-Use
Presentations/Publications:
Higher Profits/Lower Operating Costs: The Business Model for Sustainable Water & Energy Conservation, The WESTCAS 2010 Fall Confernece, Tucson, Arizona,October 29, 2010. Keeping Real Estate Investments from turning to Dust: The Interaction of Water Supply Planning and Real Property Development, 2009 Real Property Retreat, Lake Tahoe, CA, May 15, 2009. Water Conservation Program Planning: Will Customers Pay More for Less?, The WaterSmart Innovations Conference and Exposition (WSI), Las Vegas, NevadaOctober 9, 2009 The Regulation of Intake and Discharge Systems - NPDES Permitting; Effluent Makeup, The Altrenative Water Sources for California: Regulatory, Permitting, Engineering, Cost & Financing Aspects, The Seminar Group, Sacramento, CAMarch 7, 2008 Table Topics: Water Conservation- Proposed state mandated Urban Conservation Program; California Water Code- Requirements for Water Supply Assessments (SB610) and Written Verification (SB221) necessary for new project approval; and Relevance of Water Conservation Best Management Practices (BMPs) Development Of An Urban Water Conservation Regulatory Program, California State Water Resources Control BoardAugust 22, 2008 Details of Optimization and Applications to Groundwater Projects, The Groundwater Resources Association Course/Conference, Applications of Optimization Techniques to Groundwater, Sacramento, CAOctober 2008 Californias Link Between Project Approval and Water Supply Availability. The Groundwater Resources Association of Californias Applications of Optimization Techniques to Groundwater Projects Short Course and Symposium, October 16, 2008 Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 275
18 Pathways To Collaboration, Peer Reviewed Presentation at The Watershed Management To Protect Declining Species, American Water Resourses Association December 1999 Recycled Water - Where We Are Today and What Is On The Horizon The Association of California Water Agencies Regions 8, 9 and 10 Joint Program: Water Recycling, Monterey, CAMay 6, 1998 Water Reuse, The Manufactures Council of the Central Valley Committee Meetings, Modesto, CAApril 21, 1998 Watershed Management: A New Approach, Presentation to the Hazardous Waste Association of California, Berkeley, CAJuly 15, 1997 Show us the Money ( Funding Assistance for Recycled Water Projects). The Water Reuse Conference, San Diego, CA1997 Funding Assistance for Stream Projects, The Western Regional Urban Streams Conference, Arcata, CA November 17,1996
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Dennis R. Kasper, Ph.D., P.E. Technical Expert Membrane Systems, Wastewater Reuse, Water Treatment Processes, Water Quality, Water Chemistry
Education Ph.D., Environmental Engineering Science, Caltech, Pasadena, CA M.S., Civil Engineering Caltech, Pasadena, CA B.S., Civil Engineering, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA Licenses P.E., Civil, CA; C33945 P.E Sanitary, AZ: 10828 Areas of Expertise Responsible for water quality analyses, alternative evaluations, treatment process selection, and management of more than 30 water, waste- water, and reclamation system projects. During his 40 years of professional experience, Dr. Kasper has provided technical advice and supervised the planning and implementation of major national and international environmental engineering projects. These projects have been primarily municipal and industrial water supply, wastewater treatment and recycling, and biosolids and hazardous wastes disposal. He has been directly responsible for planning, water quality investigations, process selection, water treatability, and designs of water/wastewater treatment and delivery systems. He has specialized in membrane applications and process chemistry. Selected Project Experience Edward C. Little Water Recycling Facility, Phase V Design Build, West Basin Municipal Water District, El Segundo, CA Technical Director for process engineering for the design and construction of ozone pretreatment of a secondary effluent, MF-RO, and AOP (UV and peroxide). The expansion increases Title 22 production used for irrigation and industrial cooling, two stage RO used as a high purity boiler feedwater, and MF-RO-AOP used for direct injection into a seawater barrier without blending with a potable water supply. Santa Paula Water Reclamation Facility, Santa Paula, CA Owner's Representative for the DBOF contract for a 4.3 MGD wastewater recycling and groundwater recharge facility. Dr. Kasper's role includes construction contractor progress, regulatory compliance, monitoring of plant operations, and the groundwater recharge percolation ponds. Rapid Infiltration Exfiltration (RIX) Tertiary Wastewater Treatment System, San Bernardino and Colton, CA Project Manager for an evaluation and preparation of a Master Plan for the expansion of the RIX rapid filtration system. This system uses soil treatment before recycled water is extracted and discharges to the Santa Ana River. Project includes evaluation of existing systems, characterization of geohydrology for expansion site, preliminary design of expansion system, and quantification of permitting requirements. Recycled Water Membrane Pilot Studies, San Francisco Public Utilities Commission, San Francisco CA Project Manager for the procurement and operation of two membrane pilot plants at the Oceanside Water Pollution Control Plant. The pilot plants are used to optimize operating parameters and develop capital. This project also includes O&M cost estimates for producing Title 22 water from 30-30 secondary effluent currently discharged via ocean outfall. Recycled Water System Expansion Study, BP Hydrogen Project, Carson CA Project Manager for evaluating alternatives to supply 25 MGD recycled water to the BP Hydrogen Power Plant and Refinery from West Basin Municipal Water Districts recycled water system. Assessed impacts on the Districts overall water recycling treatment and conveyance facilities. Updated the hydraulic model of the Title 22 distribution system to determine adequacy to supply BP. Adjunct Professor, Loyola Marymount University Civil Engineering Department, Los Angeles, CA Teaches graduate courses in Desalination and Membrane Systems, Aquatic Chemistry, and Wastewater Treatment and Reclamation. CRWRF Master Plan, Carson, CA Technical Director for master planning studies for WBMWD's regional recycling facility. Product water qualities evaluated include barrier injection water, single stage RO boiler feed, two stage RO boiler feed, and industrial cooling water. City of Bakersfield Wastewater Treatment Plant System Master Plan Project Manager for preparation of the Citys Wastewater Master Plan. Responsible for wastewater projections, sewer system layout, and interim and long-term planning for wastewater treatment, reclamation, effluent disposal, and biosolids management. Carson Regional Water Recycling Facility, City of Carson, CA Technical Director for design and engineering services for WBMWD's CRWRF. Process engineer for the 30% design and specification of the nitrification system. Treatment processes include microfiltration, single stage reverse osmosis, and nitrification. Automation and Reinvention Project, Orange County Sanitation District, Fountain Valley, CA Project Manager for automation and reinvention of two wastewater treatment plants with combined capacity in excess of 450 MGD. Documented existing operations, prepared over 600 process and instrumentation diagrams, and produced 5,000 instrumentation loop diagrams. Reviewed and optimized existing operations and conducted reinvention workshops resulting in the identification of over 2,000 opportunities for plant Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 277 Dennis R. Kasper, Ph.D., P.E. improvement and cost savings. Facilitated over 40 Reinvention Workshops working with over 250 operations and maintenance, engineering, procurement, and administration staffs. Responsible for communication with the District and the multiple stakeholders. Brackish Groundwater Reverse Osmosis (RO) System, City of Corona, CA Project Manager for the design of a 15 MGD brackish groundwater reverse osmosis (RO) system consisting of wells, 10 MGD RO plant, blending system, source water and product delivery pipelines, and control system. Master Plan and Seawater Reverse Osmosis Feasibility Study, Marin Municipal Water District, Marin County, CA Technical Director and Project Manager for evaluation of seawater reverse osmosis desalination costs and project economic feasibility f or a 15 MGD facility. This preliminary study resulted in extensive pilot studies evaluating intake, pretreatment, membrane, and brine discharge alternatives. Multiple Projects, Southern Nevada Water Authority, Las Vegas, NV Water Quality Specialist on multiple projects including the surface water treatment plant at Alfred Merritt Smith and the 60 MGD Virgin-Muddy River System. This system uses pretreatment, first stage RO, interstage lime softening, second stage RO, brine recovery and brine evaporation. Responsible for developing evaluation plan and process selection. Served as water quality specialist for a developing and importing 120 MGD of groundwater from multiple basins 50 to 250 miles north of Las Vegas. Reuse Concept Plan for Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts, Whittier, CA Developed concept level cost estimates for 110 MGD microfiltration/reverse osmosis advanced; discharge reject management, backbone recycled water conveyance system to recharge facilities in the West Coast, Central, Main San Gabriel and Raymond Groundwater Basins. Tertiary Treatment - Dublin-San Ramon Sanitation District Responsible for the development and evaluation of reclamation treatment alternatives for achieving TDS reduction. Evaluation considered potential future reclaimed water uses, current reclaimed water users, process reliability, process expandability, treatment area requirements, and life cycle costs Service Order No. 6 Manager, San Francisco Water System Improvement Program, SFPUC, CA Program Manager for 14 water supply planning projects. The projects included feasibility evaluations of two water treatment plants, pipeline protection/renovation, facility upgrades for compliance with disinfection regulations, modifications of pumping stations, treatment process selections, aqueduct improvements, multiple 60% and 90% design reviews, and feasibility evaluations of major tunneled pipelines. Tesla Portal pH Control, San Francisco Public Utilities Commission, San Francisco CA Responsible for the evaluation of water quality and selection of an acid addition system for the Hetch Hetchy water supply system. Managed the evaluation of alternative acids considering corrosion, scale control, UV disinfection compatibility, fluoridation location, disinfection by-product formation, lead and copper solubility, and overall economics and compatibility with regulatory disinfection requirements. Risk Management, Pima County Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department, Tucson, AZ Prepared the Risk Management Plan for the Program Management Team that is responsible for four major projects with a total cost over 720 million dollars. Consensus on the risk management was developed at multiple workshops and stakeholder meetings. Baldwin Park Operable Unit EIS, Baldwin Park, CA Responsible for process evaluation of alternatives in the Project Environmental Impact Statement for a 20 MGD groundwater treatment system. A treatment system consisting of air stripping with off-gas carbon adsorption & liquid phase carbon adsorption was evaluated. Project components consist of source water wells, piping and manifolds, treatment with off gas and residuals management, product water disinfection, and product water delivery. Environmental Master Plan for the Beijing Municipal Environmental Protection Bureau Technical Director for preparation of the Environmental Master Plan addressing air quality, water, and solid wastes. Addressed water supply and wastewater collection, treatment, industrial wastewater, and disposal systems. Environmental Impact Study for Hawiyah Gas Plant and Pipelines, Saudi Arabia Project Manager for Environmental Assessment of a 2.4 billion cubic feet per day gas purification and sulfur production facility and over 400 miles of gas pipeline delivery system. Technical Director for brackish water RO treatment plant. Shayba Environmental Study, Saudi Arabia Project Manager for EIR of a half-million barrel per day oil field gas separation plant. Environmental analysis included extensive air quality for compliance with national air quality standards, management of construction wastes, development of landfills, and ecological surveys along the pipeline and road routes. Technical Director for the reverse osmosis water treatment and wastewater reclamation and disposal systems. Seawater Desalination Study, Monterey Peninsula Water Management District, Monterey, CA Project Manager for evaluation of seawater desalination alternatives and development of project economics for plants with capacities ranging between 5 and 14 MGD. Evaluated four potential sites, alternative intakes and brine outfalls and identified potential environmental impacts. Carmel Advanced Treatment Feasibility Study for CAWD/PBCSD, Carmel, CA Process Engineer for evaluation of alternatives for reducing chlorides in reclaimed water. Developed water quality model to optimize tertiary desalination alternatives and reclaimed water storage capacity minimizing life cycle costs for high and low annual rainfall scenarios. Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 278 !
John Keene Project Manager Mr. Keene is a senior regulatory specialist with substantial California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and federal and state regulatory agency and program experience. He has worked extensively for firms involved in energy, transportation, and water related projects. He specializes in managing complex, controversial projects, while maintaining sensitivity to the potential for litigation. He brings to every assignment practical working knowledge of the CEQA, NEPA, the Permit Streamlining Act, and the CA Energy Commission's Energy Facilities Siting/Licensing Process, among other regulatory guidelines. Mr. Keene has experience with a variety of permitting issues, such as the United States Army Corps of Engineers (Section 404 and Section 10 permits), California Coastal Commission (Coastal Development Permits), and California Department of Fish and Game (Streambed Alteration Agreement). In addition, Mr. Keene co-authored the California Permit Handbook and River Front Development Permit Handbook and guest authored an article in the California Energy Commissions Energy-Aware Planning Guide: Energy Facilities. Experience Highlights NEPA/CEQA Support for Power Related Projects:
Desert Center Projects Draft Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration, Riverside County Planning Department, CA. Prepared a Draft CEQA Initial Study/Negative Declaration for both the Desert Center 1 Project, which is a proposed 50 MW photovoltaic solar generating facility on a 400+/- acre site, and the Desert Center 2 Project, which is a proposed 70 MW PV solar generating facility on a 452.9+/- acre site. The projects would use proven Photovoltaic technology and would sell electricity directly into the grid to California utilities.
Blythe Airport Solar 1 Project Draft CEQA Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration, Riverside County Planning Department, CA. Prepared a Draft CEQA Initial Study for the proposed
Years of Experience: 23 Education: B.A., Physics, University of CA - Santa Barbara Professional Training: Project Planning and Management Construction Site Planning and Management for Water Quality Protection Risk an Uncertainty In Flood Control Design Water Resources Planning and Urban Growth California Environmental Quality Act Update National Environmental Policy Act Update NEPA Leadership Training EIR/EIS Preparation and Review Risk Communication Health Effects of Electro- Magnetic Fields Professional Affiliations: American Solar Energy Society Association of Environmental Proffessionals American Wind Energy Association Awards and Certifications: HDRs Gold Award of Excellence Arcadis Project Management Certification
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Proposed Borrego Solar 1 Project Land Use Compatibility Analysis, San Diego County Department of Planning and Land Use, California Prepared a Land Use Compatibility Analysis for the Borrego Solar 1 Project, which is a proposed 46 MW unmanned photovoltaic solar project that would be developed in two phases on a 308-acre parcel. The Land Use Compatibility Analysis details how the project complies with all of the related local and regional land use plans, zoning and major use permit findings.
Blythe Airport Solar 1 Project Draft NEPA Environmental Assessment/Finding of No Significant Impact, U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, CA. Prepared a Draft NEPA EA/FONSI for the proposed Blythe Airport Solar 1 Project. A multi- phased 100 MW solar power plant that would be located on lands on the northeast portion of the Blythe Municipal Airport. The project would use proven Photovoltaic technology and would sell electricity directly into the grid to California utilities.
Trinity County Public Utility District Direct Interconnection Project, Western Area Power Administration Sierra Nevada Region Managed the preparation of an EIS that would improve service to the Trinity Public Utilities District (PUD). The project includes both the development of a new transmission line and the upgrade of an existing line. The lines cross federal lands managed by both the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the Forest Service (FS). The EA will satisfy the NEPA requirements of all three agencies (Western, BLM, and FS).
Desert Southwest Transmission Line Project EIS/EIR, Imperial Irrigation District, CA Managed the preparation of CEQA and NEPA documentation for the construction of a proposed 118-mile transmission line from Blythe to the Imperial Irrigation District (IID). Project issues involved construction of the line through the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and associated concerns related to their Desert Plan.
Sierra Pacific Power Company, Alturas Transmission Line Routing Assessment, California and Nevada. As a regulatory specialist, participated in the routing analysis for a proposed 345-kV transmission line from Alturas, California to Reno, Nevada. The objective of the study was to identify alternative and recommended corridors based on environmental constraints and opportunities, permitting requirements, and construction potential. Lead the development a report delineating alternatives for screening possible rights-of-way and identifying the issues and decision-making process for selecting the preferred alternative.
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Adelanto-Lugo Transmission Project, Transmission Agency of Northern California (TANC) City of Anaheim, San Bernardino County, California. Developed and implemented a regulatory strategy to obtain the permits required for the proposed Adelanto Lugo Transmission Project, a 20mile, 500kV transmission line between the Adelanto and Lugo substations in Southern California.
Central California-Desert Southwest Transmission Project, TANC Designed and led the development of the regulatory strategy for a proposed 400-mile, 500- kV transmission line that would link the Central Valley of CA with Southern Nevada. Also, prepared a feasibility study to evaluate alternative corridors for the transmission line.
Imperial Irrigation District New 230kV "BN-BS" Transmission Line Project Managed the preparation of a EIS/EIR for the Imperial Irrigation District (IID) and the BLM. The EIS/EIR addressed the environmental issues related to constructing and operating a new approximately 30-mile 230kV transmission line, and amending the California Desert Conservation Area Plan to allow construction of a new transmission line across BLM lands.
High Desert Power Plant Environmental Impact Statement, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, CA Provided regulatory support for the preparation of the Application for Certification and managed the preparation of an EIS for the construction and operation of a 680- to 720- megawatt natural gas-fired merchant power plant on a 25-acre site on a portion of the Southern CA International Airport (SCIA), formerly George Air Force Base. Project included the siting and construction of a 32-mile natural gas pipeline through BLM lands designated as desert tortoise critical habitat.
Westley-Tracy Transmission Project EIR/FONSI, Western and Turlock Irrigation District, CA As an environmental regulatory analyst, helped prepare portions of the EIR/FONSI for the Westley-Tracy Transmission Project. Spanning 30 miles, the proposed 230-kV line will connect two substations in CA's Central Valley.
Desert Southwest Transmission Line Project Routing Study (Riverside and Imperial Counties) Prepared a Transmission Line Routing Study for a new Double Circuit 230-kV or 500-kV Transmission Line to deliver energy generated at new Blythe Power Plant. The goal of the Routing study was identify and evaluate route options, and to identify a preferred alternative.
Western Area Power Administration and Sacramento Municipal Utility District - Sacramento Area Voltage Support Project Supplemental EIS and EIR. Managed the preparation of the Supplemental EIS and EIR that addressed potential environmental effects Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 281 ! John Keene Resume ! of a proposed project to construct about 40 miles of new transmission line from OBanion Substation in Sutter County to Natomas Substation in Sacramento County.
Fiddyment 230-kV Substation Environmental Review, CA Mr. Keene was the CEQA Advisor and provided project management support for the preparation of an Initial Study and a Mitigated Negative Declaration for a proposed 10-acre, 230-kV to 60-kV substation near Roseville, CA.
Paso-Citizens Natural Gas Pipeline, Arizona Served as environmental manager for review and documentation of a proposed 42-mile natural gas pipeline replacement. Directed a multidisciplinary team responsible for preparing the EA. The EA laid the groundwork for a FONSI that was submitted to the U.S. Bureau of Land Management as the lead federal agency for environmental review. Also coordinated permitting activities with the Arizona Fish and Game Department and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Blythe Energy Project Application for Certification (AFC), Phase II, Caithness Blythe II LLC, CA Managed the preparation of the Application for Certification for the construction and operation of a 360 MW single-cycle natural gas-fired merchant power plant. The power plant was proposed to be located entirely within the approved Blythe Energy Project site boundary. Key issues included water use, cumulative air quality impacts of plume, and dry versus wet cooling. Blythe Energy Project, Phase I, Caithness, CA. Developed the mitigation/conditions of approval matrix to tract all mitigation measure and permit conditions related to construction and operation of the Blythe Energy Project (Phase I), a 520 megawatt, base- load, combined-cycle power plant.
Transportation Related Projects: Canadian National Railway Company (CN) Acquisition of the Elgin, Joliet & Eastern (EJ&E) Railway Company Environmental Impact Study. Provided NEPA support (i.e., section author, QA/QC, and comment coding and responding) for the preparation of an EIS for the proposed Canadian National Railway Company Acquisition of the EJ&E Railway Company project. The project would improve the CNs operations in and beyond the Chicago area by providing CN with a continuous rail route around Chicago. Ely Energy Center (EEC) Railway, Nevada Power Company and Sierra Pacific Power Company, NV. As a regulatory specialist, I participated in the routing analysis for a proposed rail line connecting the Ely Energy Center to the existing Union Pacific RR at Shafter in Elko County. The EEC would be a coal-fueled electric generating facility located about 20 miles north of Ely, in White Pine County, Nevada. Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 282 ! John Keene Resume ! 99W at Thomes Creek Bridge Project, Tehama County, CA Managed the preparation of a Joint Environmental Assessment/Initial Study for Tehama County Department of Public Works, and the California Department of Transportation. The proposed project consists of replacing the existing Thomes Creek Bridge at Highway 99W. The Thomes Creek Bridge, originally constructed in 1920, has had a history of scour problems; and in the 1950's and 1990's, the footings have been modified and riprap placed around them in an attempt to mitigate the scour.
Altamont Commuter Express (ACE) Station Track Extension (Miner Avenue Railroad Bridge Project), San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission (SJRRC), CA Developed and implemented a the regulatory strategy to satisfy CEQA for the ACE Station Track Extension project. The project required construction of a new railroad bridge, adjacent to the existing bridge, over Miner Avenue. A CEQA exemption was prepared and filed successfully, which allowed SJRRC to extended a double ended track that facilitated access to ACEs proposed new maintenance facility and allow through passenger train operations at ACEs platform.
Altamont Commuter Express (ACE) Corridor Acquisition, San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission (SJRRC), CA Developed and implemented a regulatory strategy to satisfy CEQA for the ACE Corridor Acquisition project. The project consists of a proposal to purchase right-of-way in the existing Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) corridor between Stockton and Lathrop and Bay Area. A CEQA exemption was prepared and filed successfully, which would allow ACE commuter service to have priority over freight traffic.
Water Related Projects: Program EIR for the San Diego County Water Authoritys Regional Water Facilities Master Plan, San Diego, CA Managing the preparation of a Program EIR to assess the environmental effects of implementing the San Diego County Water Authoritys (SDCWAs) Regional Water Facilities Master Plan. The purpose of the Master Plan is to evaluate the ability of the SDCWA to continue to meet its goals for current plans for water supply and facility improvements and to recommend new facilities or improvements to existing facilities needed to meet SDCWA goals through 2030.
Mojave Water Agency/Solano County Water Agency State Water Project Water Exchange Program Initial Study/NegDec, CA Served as environmental manager for the preparation of an Initial Study/Negative Declaration. The Initial Study/Negative Declaration supported a water exchange agreement between the Mojave Water Agency and the Solano County Water Agency. The water was to be used to support the High Desert Power Project ground water banking program.
El Dorado County River Management Plan Environmental Impact Report (EIR), CA Managed the preparation of an EIR for the El Dorado County River Management Plan (RMP). The RMP focused on whitewater recreation on the South Fork of the American River. The Plan addressed the County's options for the management of whitewater recreational use levels, educational programs, safety and emergency response activities, environmental Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 283 ! John Keene Resume ! protection, noise and water quality concerns, and the relationship between recreational activities and residents rights.
Healdsburg Summer Dam Fish Ladder EIR, CA Managed the preparation of an EIR for the Healdsburg Summer Dam Fish Ladder. The project included the construction of a fish ladder on the Healdsburg Summer Dam and a change in the typical date of flashboard installation from May 20 to June 26.
Coleman National Fish Hatchery Water Supply Diversion Intake and Fish Screen Improvements Project, CA Managed the preparation of a Joint Environmental Assessment/Initial Study for the Bureau of Reclamation (Bureau), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), and the State Water Resources Control Board. The Bureau and the USFWS proposed to modify the water intakes and conveyance systems at the Coleman National Fish Hatchery (CNFH).
Technical Publications ! Guest Author, "Energy-Aware Planning Guide: Energy Facilities". ! Co-Author, "California Permit Handbook." ! Co-Author, "River Front Development Permit Handbook." ! Co-Author, "Levee Evaluation Best Practices Guide. EDUCATION University of CA Santa Barbara Bachelor of Arts in Physics PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS American Solar Energy Society Association of Environmental Professional American Wind Energy Association SPECIALTIES Renewable Energy Projects and the Environment Project Management CEQA/NEPA Compliance Regulatory Compliance Green Projects Strategic Planning
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Reena Thomas, PE Associate/Project Engineer Ms. Thomas has extensive years of specialized experience in water resources facilities design and planning. Her experience includes storm water, potable water, wastewater, and recycled water master plans, pump stations, pipelines, treatment systems, and related civil works projects. She has prepared project design drawings and specifications, constructability reviews, cost estimates, regulatory compliance permits and reports, and storm water pollution prevention plans. Relevant Experience: Devils Slide Tunnel East Pipeline Alignment SWPPP San Mateo County, CA Qualified Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan Developer (QSD) and Qualified Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan Practitioner (QSP) responsible for the development of the Project SWPPP, selection of Storm Water Best Management Practices, submittal of Notice of Intent and implementation of all Project storm water compliance requirements. Responsible for storm water protection training for construction staff. Anaheim Transportation Network (ATN) Anaheim, CA Project Engineer responsible for the review of storm water compliance requirements for the ATN Bus Maintenance Facility. Review included identification of Statewide General Industrial Storm Water Permit, Industrial SWPPP, MS4 obligations, as well as regulatory obligations for SCAQMD. Headquarters Office Building (HOB) Engineering Report for Use of Reclaimed Water Dual Plumbed SystemsCentral Contra Costa Sanitary District, Martinez, CA Project Manager for the Engineering Report for Use of Reclaimed Water Dual Plumbed Services for the CCCSD HOB. The District plans to convert the Headquarters Office Building toilets and urinals from potable to recycled water as part of the seismic retrofit project. An Engineering Report was prepared pursuant to requirements of the State of California Department of Public Health, Title 22. Plans and specifications were reviewed for compliance with California Water Code and California Plumbing Code requirements. Registration: 2002, Civil Engineer, CA, 63718
Education: M.S., 1999, Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of California, Berkeley B.S., 1997, Civil Engineering, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California
Professional Affiliations: Past President, Bay Area Water Works Association Member, California Water Environment Association Member, Water Environment Federation Member, American Water Works Association Sanitary Sewer Overflow Guidance Committee Participant, State Water Resources Control Board Certified Trainer for Sanitary Sewer Overflow Reporting and Sanitary Sewer Management Plan Development, California Water Environment Association
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Reena Thomas Resume Diablo Country Club Energy and Water Sustainability ProjectDiablo, CA Ms. Thomas is serving as Project Engineer providing assistance and coordination in meeting the Diablo Country Clubs development of a long-range plan of sustainable water and energy operations. Sustainability planning focuses on water and energy conservation, use and supply alternatives, including onsite power generation. Ms. Thomas is assisting in the facilitation of meetings with PG&E, Central Contra Costa Sanitary District, East Bay Municipal Utility District, and the Clubs Committee on Energy Conservation. She is responsible for the analysis of water billing data and the potential for recycled water use. Ms. Thomas was the primary author of a Satellite Recycled Water Treatment Plant Feasibility Study that determined the recycled water demands for golf course irrigation, treatment requirements, site analysis preliminary design, economic analysis, and environmental considerations.
Animal Control Facility Engineering Report for Use of Reclaimed Water Dual Plumbed SystemsCity of Palm Springs, CA Project Manager for the Engineering Report for Use of Reclaimed Water Dual Plumbed Services for the City of Palm Springs Animal Care Facility. The Proposed facility will be constructed as a dual plumbed building using both potable and reclaimed water for interior and exterior purposes. The Engineering Report was prepared pursuant to requirements of the State of California Department of Public Health, Title 22, Article 5, Dual Plumbed Recycled Water Systems Section 60314 Report Submittal. Arantine Hills Water Supply Assessment and Written Verification of Supply -- California & Bluestone Communities, City of Corona, Riverside County, CA Ms. Thomas served as Project Engineer for the development of a Water Supply Assessment (WSA) pursuant to the requirements of California Senate Bill SB610 for the proposed Arantine Hills Specific Plan Area. The WSA was completed on time for adoption by the City and inclusion in the project Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for public circulation and evaluation of the projects potential environmental effects. The WSA was prepared to evaluate water demands and supplies pursuant to the requirements of California Water Code (CWC) 10910-10915. The WSA quantifies water demands of the existing agricultural land use and of the proposed Project. The evaluation accounts for projected water supplies and demands for three weather year scenarios (average year, single-dry year, and multiple-dry water year) to determine the sufficiency of supply to meet the proposed Project that of the Citys water supply service area through the next 20-years. Ms. Thomas also completed the subsequent Written Verification of Supply Report for the project pursuant to SB 221. Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation AuthorityLos Angeles, CA Ms Thomas served as Project Engineer for the development analysis, and preparation of a Water Action Plan (WAP) for the Los Angeles County element of Metros sustainability program and Environmental Management System (EMS) pursuant to ISO14001. The WAP developed strategies for water conservation, recycling and substitution with reclaimed water. Cost -benefit analysis of the recommendations was completed and the strategies prioritized on financial and total water savings basis. Water use at typical Metro facilities was analyzed and strategies for water conservation were recommended. Thirteen water conservation strategies were recommended including conversion to use of municipal recycled water, replacement of specific fixtures and end use equipment, as well as education and outreach programs. Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 286
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Christen Hill Pipeline Alignment Opportunities and Constraints AnalysisNorth Coast County Water District, Pacifica, CA Project Engineer for the development of an opportunities and constraints analysis for the construction of a new 4000 LF of 16 inch ductile iron pipeline. The analysis reviewed alternatives to optimize the selection of a preferred pipeline alignment by the District. Ms. Thomas provided a reconnaissance review of the environmental and regulatory permitting requirements associated with pipeline construction and documented the avoidance of impacts, modifications to reduce potential impacts, as well as the assessment of potential mitigation measures. North Coast County Water District Field Operations Guidance HandbookPacifica, CA Ms. Thomas served as Project Engineer in the preparation of a Field Operations Handbook to facilitate the implementation of the Districts operations while maintaining compliance with applicable state and federal environmental, land use, and other regulatory requirements. The Handbook describes the pertinent procedures to protect the environment while maintaining the District facilities. The Handbook includes a summary of general procedures and responsible work practices, a list of prohibited activities, emergency contact information, a description of applicable regulatory requirements, and a glossary of special status species. Water Smart Water and Energy Efficiency Grant Application AssistanceNorth Coast County Water District, Pacifica, CA Project Engineer assisting the NCCWD in the preparation of a technical proposal, funding plan, and grant application package to the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation for th FY@)@) Water and Energy Efficiency Grants, pursuant to Fundng Opportuity Announcement No. R10SF80157. Ms Thomas coordinated with technology manufactureers and vendors in preparing the preliminary engineering, cost estimate, and construction requirements of the project. She also coordinated with PG&E regarding their permitting and regulatory requirements for the production of energy within PG&Es jurisdiction. Malibu Restaurants Water Conservation PlansMalibu, CA Ms Thomas served as project engineer for the preparation of Water Conservation Plans for two proposed beach front restaurants in the City of Malibu, California. The Plans are intended to ensure water conservation and thereby reduce the potential for impact to the designated beneficial uses of the receiving waters. Estimates of water demands and typical conservation savings estimates were made based on the use of generally acceptable and readily available water conservation Best Management Practices (BMPs). Sewer Capacity Study, Signature Properties Millworks Building Novato, CA Ms. Thomas served as Project Engineer for the Sewer Capacity Study for the Proposed Signature Properties Millworks Building in Novato, California. The Proposed Millworks Building is a certified Build It Green building that includes condominiums and a Whole Foods Market. Ms. Thomas calculated the estimated wastewater generation from the proposed project and determined that the existing downstream sewer mains owned by the Novato Sanitary District did not have sufficient capacity to adequately convey the new wastewater flows. A project report presented to Novato Sanitary District identified undersized sewers and recommended improvements to the existing sewer system downstream.
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Reena Thomas Resume Alameda PointAlameda, CA QA/QC. Provided quality control and quality assurance for the several prepared technical memoranda used as a part of the basis of design including: illicit connections and utility conflicts; traffic planning; alternative discharge structures; and construction hydrology and diversion technical support for the maintenance and development of utility and base-mapping by 25 GIS and CAD users located throughout the Port. Services included planning, surveying, mapping and design engineering services at the former Naval Air Station, Alameda Point for storm water collection and discharge facilities. Portions of the storm drain system had previously been determined to be contaminated with radium, a radiological contaminant. Assisted in the review of 30%, 60%, 90% design plans and final design plans and construction specifications. Formatting of the specifications had been consistent with the Navys requirements pursuant to federal requirements using SpecsIntact software. Oakland Pump Station Master PlanOakland CA) Project Engineer. Responsible for coordination and completion of field investigations and engineering reviews to observe the pump station conditions, identification of necessary improvements and assessment of anticipated costs and prioritization of recommended improvements. This project consisted of 10 sewer and storm drain pump stations that were evaluated for conformance to existing and future regulatory requirements, operations and maintenance requirements, hydraulics, electrical and instrumentation and corrosion. Belmont Sewer System Capacity StudyBelmont, CA Project Manager. Responsible for the budget, schedule and all project team coordination providing engineering services to update and refine their collection system Capital Improvement Program to meet the Sewer System Management Plan requirements of the Regional Water Quality Control Board. The Citys sewer system consisted of 2,600 pipelines and 14 lift stations. The project team analyzed existing and anticipated land use to determine ultimate wastewater flow, created a computerized hydraulic model analysis, and created standardized construction specifications for sewer rehabilitation and construction. Water Supply StudyCity of Lathrop, Lathrop, CA Project Engineer. Prepared a water demand analysis on the Citys growth, quantities and plans for sustainable water supplies on a fast track schedule. The City estimated significant population growth over the next 20 years and needed a comprehensive understanding of projected water demands and supply. The goal was to identify the means to augment water supplies for this planned future growth, to enhance supply reliability and to confirm unit and total water demands previously developed. Ms. Thomas was responsible for the confirmation of water demands and water supply alternatives. She reviewed unit water demand previously analyzed by the City and updated them based upon analysis of current water billing data and field analysis. She coordinated with stakeholder developments to determine future water demands and has prepared alternatives for additional water supply projects.
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Sewer Master Plan UpdateBrentwood, CA Assistant Project Manager. Responsible for the calculation of sewer loadings for existing and future conditions, capacity analysis and reporting of required capital improvements. Ms. Thomas also presented results to City staff in project meetings. The City of Brentwood requested updates of the Sewer Master Plan in 2005 for 2006 flow conditions and build-out 2021 flow conditions for Peak Wet Weather Flow Conditions (PWWF). The previous SewerCAD hydraulic model was converted to MWH Soft Sewer Map software to coordinate with the Citys existing GIS mapping of the sewer system. Facility names were updated within the model to correspond with the Citys GIS facility nomenclature. The hydraulic model was used to identify and report on hydraulic system deficiencies and provided recommendations for improvement projects for the City. RBF updated the Master Plan Report and presented the results of the hydraulic model for existing and build-out PWWF conditions. Recommendations were made for upgrades to deficient sewer pipeline areas for existing and build-out conditions. Lone Tree Way and O'Hara Avenue ImprovementsBrentwood, CA Project Engineer. Evaluated water and sewer facility sizing and alignment and coordinated with sub- consultants for the undergrounding of all overhead facilities. Services included storm drain and waterline design. In addition, she was responsible for the design of storm drain facilities, 3,000 feet of a 36-inch domestic waterline and a 12-inch reclamation waterline in OHara Avenue. Campus Pointe / Chestnut Avenue ImprovementsFresno, CA Project Engineer. Responsible for the evaluation and design of the storm drain system, a 30 water transmission line and a 14 water distribution line. Ms. Thomas was key in the relocation of large irrigation line facilities, and coordination for installing current overhead utilities underground. This project was completed on a fast track basis that successfully secured a $4.7 million grant for the University. Morada Water Interconnect ProjectSan Joaquin County, CA Project Engineer. The Project included interconnect pipeline connections between six separate water distribution systems to provide a reliable water supply between the water systems in emergency situations or when one well is out of service. Ms. Thomas was responsible for creation of a hydraulic model using WATERCAD hydraulic modeling software to analyze the hydraulic parameters of the system and is the primary author of the Project Preliminary Design Report. The Projects approach and work plan complied with the County's requirement that the 100% design plans be complete within 70 working days to facilitate state funding for the project. American Canyon Integrated Water Management PlanAmerican Canyon, CA Project Engineer. Responsible for the analysis of existing and planned water demands, the preparation of an engineering report evaluating the operations of the City's Ultra-filtration Water Treatment Plant, development of a water loss audit program, and analysis of alternatives for future water supplies. The Project analyzed potential water supply alternative components to identify projects that yield multiple Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 289
Reena Thomas Resume benefits for water supplies, water quality, and natural resources. The team reviewed all of the Citys available water resources and selected opportunities that best enhanced and protected the environment, met the water needs of the City, and provided for the planned future growth of our community. The Project addressed the inter-relationship between Water Supply Availability and Treatment Requirements, Wastewater Treatment, Discharge Requirements and Reclamation Opportunities, Flood Control, Storm Water Quality and Treatment Requirements, Groundwater Supplies, and Riparian Habitat Preservation and Enhancement. . Comprehensive Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) PlanAmerican Canyon, CA Project Engineer. Team provided a comprehensive plan for wastewater treatment, disposal, and reuse to meet interim and ultimate wastewater treatment requirements of the City (as part of the Integrated Water Management Plan). Ms. Thomas was responsible for evaluating improvements to the UV Disinfection system and emergency power requirements. She assisted in the development of a water quality model of the plant using GPS-X software by Hydromantis to assess tank sizes and plant performance for interim and permanent upgrade options. The Modeling predicted water quality resulting from integration of industrial and domestic influents. She assisted in providing recommending improvements to preliminary treatment at the influent sewer lift stations and at the Upgrade options consisted of evaluation of wetlands treatment for metals removal treatment plant. Stuart Street Tanks and Rodeo Grounds Pump StationCambria Community Services District Project Engineer for the Stuart Street Tanks and Rodeo Grounds Pump Station Project. The Project includes the analysis and design of a 7175 gpm pump station and a 380,000 gallon water storage tank to enhance the water system operations and reliability. The Project includes evaluation of multiple fire flow scenarios and various tank configurations. Ms. Thomas is responsible for the update of a hydraulic model using H20MAP hydraulic modeling software to analyze the hydraulic parameters of the system and preparation of the Project Preliminary Design Report. San Lucas Infrastructure Feasibility StudyCounty of Monterey, Monterey County, CA Project Engineer. Assisted in the development of an infrastructure feasibility study that identified required improvements to San Lucas wastewater, storm water, and roadways for future developments. Wastewater Recycling Facility ProjectSanta Paula, CA Project Engineer responsible for evaluation of cost saving opportunities for Value Engineering of the Water Reclamation Facility. Ms. Thomas documented facility history, facility capacity, treatment technology, and prepared preliminary opinions of probable costs. This project was an aggressive program that had to meet requirements established by a Time Schedule Order and Draft Consent Decree. Due to concerns over cost escalation at the 30-percent design level for the $90M project, the City contracted RBF to provide assistance in developing a more cost effective project. RBF provided program management, value engineering, and related services for the project.
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Focused Wastewater System Master PlanCastroville, CA Project Manager. Ms Thomas was responsible for all project team coordination, scheduling and budget for the project. In addition, Ms. Thomas led the engineering team in the development of wastewater generation for build-out conditions, creation and execution of sewer system hydraulic model, identification of system deficiencies, recommendation of system improvements, and presentation of estimated improvement costs. This project consisted of engineering services to the Castroville Water District for preparation of a Focused Wastewater System Master Plan. The purpose of this project was to identify and describe the wastewater facility improvements required as a result of the Castroville Community Plan Projects. The project described the improvements required for facilities downstream of the Community Plan developments and included determination of the size and invert elevations of sewer pipelines which included recommendations for future connection points and flows for future developments. The Master Plan served as an element of requirements for the Regional Water Quality Control Board Waste Discharge Requirements for Sanitary Sewer Overflows. Castroville Water District Modified Urban Water Management PlanCastroville, CA Project Engineer. This UWMP was slightly modified to meet local requirements and omitted the analysis of rate impacts and state filing. Ms. Thomas assisted in the preparation of a Technical Memorandum for County Redevelopment to support the preparation of their Draft EIR considering the water balance, reclaimed water service area impacts and California Coastal Commission issues. The Plan included all remaining state requirements so that as new development occurs the District can easily file with the State when needed. Additionally, the Plan serves as the basis for the anticipated Water Supply Assessments and Written Verification of Water Supply Availability pursuant to SB 610 and 221 that will be required as the anticipated new development projects proceed. City of Belmont Dairy Lane Sewer Rehabilitation ProjectCity of Belmont, Belmont, CA Project Engineer. Provided condition assessment of the existing sewer pipeline, evaluated of existing capacity, and made recommendations for sewer rehabilitation. Shoppes at Chino Hills; Ring Road Utility Infrastructure Preliminary Basis of Design Report City of Chino Hills, Chino Hills, CA Project Engineer.. Performed calculations for water demand and wastewater generations, hydraulic modeling, and capacity evaluation for existing facilities. This project included the preliminary utility design for development of commercial, residential, and public use facilities. . Vista Del Mar Infrastructure Project, City of Pittsburg and William Lyon HomesPittsburg, CA Project Engineer. Responsible for the preparation of the project preliminary design report, engineering plans and specifications. Ms. Thomas also verified the system hydraulics from the computerized hydraulic model.. New water infrastructure was required to support new residential development. The project included the design of a 3.0 million gallon concrete reservoir, a 5,000-gallon per minute pump station, and a 3,000-gallon per minute pump station. Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 291
Reena Thomas Resume Seaside Auto Center Utility Assessment ProjectCity of Seaside, Seaside, CA Project Engineer. Provided evaluation of utility improvements and re-alignment for proposed development alternatives. The project consisted of the preparation of utility mapping for the Seaside Auto Center development area, field survey of existing utilities, and condition assessment of sewer and storm drain pipelines. . Castle Oaks Water Reclamation Facility Operating Costs AnalysisCity of Ione and Project Dimensions, Ione, CA Project Engineer. The project included the evaluation of unit processes, operation and maintenance activities, and recommendations for future operating improvements of the onsite water reclamation facility. The Dunes on Monterey Bay Wet Utility Master PlanMarina, CA Project Engineer. The project included a mixed-use redevelopment of approximately 455acres of land for commercial and residential land use. Ms. Thomas worked closely with the project development team and assisted in identifying a series of critical water conservation best management practices to reduce the projects overall water demand. She also performed hydraulic modeling for the wastewater collection system and prepared preliminary design plans for the sewer system. The Dunes on Monterey Bay Water Demand AnalysisMarina, CA Project Engineer for the proposed redevelopment on the former Fort Ord in Marina. Ms. Thomas assisted in the preparation of water demand analysis for the proposed 455-acre base reuse project. She worked closely with the project development team, identifying a series of critical water conservation best management practices to reduce the overall project water demand. Throughout the project, she collaborated with the local water district for appropriate modifications to their Water Supply Assessment and Written Verification of Supply Availability Report pursuant to SB610 and SB221. Coastal Water ProjectCalifornia American Water Company, Monterey, CA Project Engineer for the Coastal Water Project responsible for agency permitting coordination. Ms. Thomas was the point of contact for regulatory agency coordination. She prepared project descriptions for agency permits. The project included a seawater desalination facility, approximately 26 miles of distribution pipeline, pump stations, reservoirs, and an aquifer storage recovery system. Ord Community Wastewater System Master PlanMarina Coast Water District, Monterey County, CA Project Engineer. Led the engineering team in the development of wastewater generation for build-out conditions, creation and execution of sewer system hydraulic model, identification of system deficiencies, recommendation of system improvements, and presentation of estimated improvement costs. The team addressed the capacity evaluation, condition assessment, regulatory agency requirements and capital project planning of the wastewater collection systems throughout the Ord Community. Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 292
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Marina Airport Area Facilities Planning Grant ProjectMarina Coast Water District, Monterey County, CA Project Engineer for the preparation of the Facilities Plan Report to present a 300 acre-feet per year (AFY) recycled water project for construction loan eligibility from the Water Recycling Load Program and the State Revolving Fund Program. The Airport Project will supply 300 AFY for irrigation demands and construction to facilities adjacent to the Marina Airport Area. The proposed service area would require a pipeline from the SVRP to the Airport, a distance of approximately three miles. Stonebridge Pump StationWilliam Lyon Homes, Lathrop, CA Project Engineer for agency coordination and permitting assistance for the Stonebridge Pump Station. The project included construction of a storm water pump station, force main, and storm water outfall at the San Joaquin River. Golf Club Road Bridge Replacement ProjectQuincy Engineers, Pleasant Hill, CA Project Engineer for agency coordination and permitting assistance. The project included the removal of a structurally deficient bridge and replacement with a new double span bridge that met Caltrans, County Flood Control, and FHWA requirements. Animal Control Facility Dual Plumbing Plan Review/PermittingContra Costa County Sanitation District, Martinez, CA Project Engineer. Provided plan review services and permitting assistance for the new Contra Costa County Animal Services Facility. The facility will use recycled water for landscape irrigation and interior kennel wash down. Ms. Thomas reviewed construction drawings for conformance to existing District standards and recycled water regulations and coordinated with the California Department of Health Services and prepared an Engineers Report for the project. She reviewed and updated the Districts existing Recycled Water Users Guide. Seaside Highlands Plan ReviewMarina Coast Water District, Monterey County, CA Engineer. Provided plan review services for the Seaside Highland development. Duties include review of construction drawings for conformance to existing District standards and department of public health requirements for recycled water. San Lucas Infrastructure Feasibility StudyCounty of Monterey, Monterey County, CA Engineer. Assisted in the development of an infrastructure feasibility study that identified required improvements to San Lucas wastewater, storm water, and roadways for future developments. Hollister Interim Domestic Wastewater Treatment Plant ImprovementsCity of Hollister, Hollister, CA Project Engineer. Responsible for the assistance in the preparation of CEQA documentation and analysis for the Interim Facilities at the City of Hollister's Domestic Wastewater Treatment Plant (DWTP). Regular Agenda Item No. 15B Attachment 3 293
Reena Thomas Resume Improvements include upgrade of the secondary wastewater treatment facilities and a new effluent pumping station. Wastewater Treatment Facility AssessmentCalifornia Institution for Men, Chino, CA Project Engineer. Prepared a technical report to address future growth, wastewater treatment standards and future regulatory trends related to effluent discharge and water recycling at this California prison facility. She developed recommendations for wastewater system improvements to meet future needs and regulations. Water Augmentation ProjectMarina Coast Water District, Monterey County, CA Project Engineer responsible for the analysis of conceptual designs and feasibility studies for augmentation of water supply by approximately 2,400 acre-feet of non-groundwater sources to service redevelopment of the former Fort Ord Army Base and surrounding regions. Water augmentation projects included recycled water, desalination, storm water retention and reuse, importation, and aquifer storage and recovery. The project included the evaluation and ranking of projects based upon technical viability, environmental constraints, regulatory complexity, public acceptance, agency approvals, and economic feasibility. The project involved multiple meetings with stakeholder groups involved in Technical Advisory Committee roles, the completion of a technical study, and an environmental impact report.
Lower Silver Creek Flood Control ImprovementsSanta Clara Valley Water District, San Jose, CA Ms. Thomas developed drawings, specifications, and cost estimates for flood control improvements to Lower Silver Creek Reaches 5 and 6 for the Santa Clara Valley Water District. The project included the design of approximately 1.5 miles of flood control improvements and revegetation to convey the 100-year storm event. HEC-2 hydraulic modeling was used to analyze proposed channel improvements. She prepared monthly progress reports summarizing project budget to date, anticipated and completed tasks, and project schedule. Fire Protection Water System Improvements Pipeline Replacement Pebble Beach Community Services District, Pebble Beach, CA Ms. Thomas evaluated alignment alternatives for approximately 2.5 miles of pipeline, coordinated with utility agencies, and prepared plans and technical specifications for the Pebble Beach Community Services District. She successfully managed the schedule and budget for the project. Fire Protection Water System AnalysisPebble Beach Community Services District, Pebble Beach, CA Ms. Thomas used the KYPIPE hydraulic modeling program to analyze fire flows within the Pebble Beach Community Services Districts water system and made recommendations for system improvements. She was also responsible for preparing cost estimates and a report for the five-year annual Capital Improvement Projects.
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Master Plan UpdatesCity of Camarillo, Camarillo, CA Ms. Thomas played an essential role in the plant capacity rating of the existing wastewater treatment plant for water, wastewater, and reclaimed water master plan updates. She was responsible for the preparation of the sewer system model and analysis. Belmont Shores/Heights Trunk Relief SewerLong Beach Water Department, Long Beach, CA Ms. Thomas was responsible for the evaluation of alignment alternatives, preparation of cost estimates, permit coordination, design and specifications for the design of approximately three miles of 12-inch diameter force main and 24-inch diameter gravity sewer for the City of Long Beach. The project included a tie-in at the existing lift station. Marina Del Rey 24-inch FeedlineCounty of Los Angeles Department of Public Work, Marina del Rey, CA Project Engineer for the Marina Del Rey 24-inch Feedline for the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Works. She was responsible for the planning, design, and coordination of design services during construction of approximately one mile of 24-inch CML&C steel pipeline, including pressure reducing station, air and vacuum release valves, cathodic protection, and thrust restraint. Pump House RehabilitationBasic Water Company, Lake Mead, NV Ms. Thomas was responsible for the rehabilitation of a pump house at Lake Mead, Nevada. The project included planning, design, and project specifications for the abatement of lead paint and asbestos from the pump house and existing bridge, as well as replacement and installation of new valves. Biosolids Fact SheetsUnited States Environmental Protection Agency Project Engineer responsible for conducting research and preparing technical papers concerning techniques for wastewater residual re-use. Arsenic Removal ProjectBarrick Mines Project Engineer for the selection of arsenic removal treatments for Barrick Mines. Ms. Thomas was responsible for an evaluation of different treatment technologies and estimates of project costs and feasibility. The project included a preliminary evaluation of water quality data, and recommendations of appropriate treatment techniques with regard to State Drinking Water Standards and cost efficiency. Reno-Stead Water Reclamation PlantCity of Reno, Reno, NV Ms. Thomas prepared drawings and specifications for an upgrade of the City of Renos existing water reclamation facility in the Stead/Lemmon Valley area. The facility upgrade included headworks improvements and odor control, modifications to the existing oxidation ditch (supplemental aeration), addition of new filters, sodium hypochlorite disinfection, calcium thiosulfate dechlorination, chlorine contact chamber, site piping and new outfall.