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PROPOSAL
On -Call Landscape Architectural
Design Services
SUBMITTED BY SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
L1 ❑AVID EVANS
ANDASSOCIATES INC
September 7, 2018
Mr. Bryan McKinney, PE, City Engineer
City of La Quinta
Design and Development Department .
78-495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, CA 92253
DAVID EVANS
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Re: PROPOSAL TO PROVIDE ON-CALL PROFESSIONAL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SERVICES
Dear Bryan:
The mission of the City of La Quinta Design and Development Department (City) includes creating an unparalleled city
living experience through cutting edge technology and customer service. This mission is being advanced through the
request for qualifications in searching for the most qualified landscape architectural consultant. Given David Evans and
Associates, Inc. (DEA) involvement in various projects throughout the City since 1989, we are pleased to once again have
the opportunity to assist your team. We have built strong relationships with City staff and have enjoyed the collaboration
on numerous streetscape and parkway projects including improvements on Jefferson, Eisenhower, Washington, Calle
Tampico, Calle Sinaloa, in addition to the Cove's primitive trail, and La Quinta Sports Park; to name a few.
For the past 30 years, DEA landscape architects have been involved in projects that directly relate to work anticipated
on this on-call contract. The DEA team has been working on projects throughout the Coachella Valley since 1989 when
we began master planning of the Palm Desert Civic Center Park. We have worked for, or with, most agencies throughout
the Valley and have built strong relationships with staff. We are also very active with the Coachella Valley Chapter of
APWA. Cities in the Coachella Valley service area with which DEA has experience include La Quinta, Palm Springs,
Indian Wells, Indio, Palm Desert, Desert Hot Springs, Cathedral City, Coachella, and Rancho Mirage. We understand the
process related to on-call contracts as we have been working for city, county, state and federal agencies for over 40 years!
Furthermore, our services utilizing agency standards and methodology are a tribute to our team's capabilities.
Additionally, our project manager Kim Rhodes is a vice president and award winning landscape architect, having
designed and managed numerous Coachella Valley projects including La Quinta Civic Center Expansion, Cove Oasis /
Lake Cahuilla Trail, Jefferson Street Parkway, and numerous median landscape improvements for the City of La Quinta;
to name a few. She is the project manager for DEA's Landscape Architecture On -Call contract with Caltrans District 8,
and involved in several bridge aesthetic projects in Palm Springs. Kim assisted with the design and construction of the
award-winning Ocotillo Park in Cathedral City, and is currently involved in the design of Jackson Kenner Park in Indio and
Heritage Park Outdoor Amphitheater in Cathedral City.
Based on our above noted experience and our understanding of what will be required, we feel ideally suited to this
contract and look forward to continuing our working relationship with the city. This proposal will remain valid for 180
days from the date on this letter. We acknowledge receipt of Addendum No. 1 issued on August 27, 2018. We thank you
for your consideration of our qualifications. If you have any questions or need clarification of the information provided
herewith, please feel free to contact us.
Sincerely,
DAVID EVANS AND ASSOCIATES, INC.
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Kim S. Rhodes, LA 3867
Project Manager, Vice President
Contact Person:
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NON -COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT FORM
Must be executed by proposer and submitted with the proposal
I, Kim S. Rhodes, PLA 3867
I am Vice President
(Title)
(name) hereby declare as follows:
of David Evans and Associates, Inc. ,
(Company)
the party making the foregoing proposal, that the proposal is not made in the
interest of, or on behalf of, any undisclosed person, partnership, company,
association, organization, or corporation; that the proposal is genuine and not
collusive or sham; that the proposer has not directly or indirectly induced or
solicited any other proposer to put in a false or sham proposal, and has not
directly or indirectly colluded, conspired, connived, or agreed with any proposer
or anyone else to put in a sham proposal, or that anyone shall refrain from
proposing; that the proposer has not in any manner, directly or indirectly,
sought by agreement, communication, or conference with anyone to fix the
proposal price of the proposer or any other proposer, or to fix any overhead,
profit, or cost element of the proposal price, or of that of any other proposer, or
to secure any advantage against the public body awarding the agreement of
anyone interested in the proposed agreement; that tall statements contained in
the proposal are true; and, further, that the proposer has not, directly or
indirectly, submitted his or her proposal price or any breakdown thereof, or the
contents thereof, or divulged information or data relative hereto, or paid, and
will not pay, any fee to any corporation, partnership, company, association,
organization, proposal depository, or to any member or agent thereof to
effectuate a collusive or sham proposal.
I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that
the foregoing is true and correct.
Proposer Signature:
Proposer Name:
Proposer Title:
Company Name:
Address:
Kim S. Rhodes, PLA 3867
Vice President
David Evans and Associates. Inc.
4141 E. Inland Empire Blvd., Suite 250, Ontario, CA 91764
78-495 Calle Tampico La Quinta, CA 92253 760.777.7000
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Description page
Qualifications, Related Experience and References
Firm Information 1
Ability to Perform Required Work / Project Experience 1
References 10
Staffing and Project Organization 11
Appendix
Work Plan / Technical Approach 13
Cost and Price (Hourly Rates) 17
Staff Resumes
Section 1: Qualifications, Related Experience and References
Firm Information
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David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA) has been providing landscape architectural
Q services to the public and private sector for 42 years and will serve as the prime
0 0 consultant for this contract. Founded on April 1, 1976, with the philosophy of hiring
outstanding professionals and giving them the freedom and support to do what they
DAVID E VANS do best, the landscape architecture team at DEA has become well established in
ANr)A S S O C I AT E S INC. today's marketplace. DEA is an Oregon Corporation with more than 1,000 employee
owners and maintains 29 offices located in California, Arizona, Colorado, Idaho,
Mississippi, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, South Carolina, and Washington. DEA is consistently ranked among
Engineering News Record's Top 100 Pure Design firms in the U.S. and among the leaders in many of our local markets.
Our offices are open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
DEA does not have any bankruptcies, pending litigations, planned office closures or mergers. We do not have any
organizational conflicts of interest that may affect our ability to perform the required duties. We certify that DEA has not
been debarred, suspended or otherwise declared ineligible to contract with federal, state or local public agencies.
Ability to Perform Required Work / Project Experience
DEA has the demonstrated capacity to perform the required services as described in the Request for Proposal, to
provide On -Call Landscape Architectural Services for the City of La Quinta's Design and Development Department. We
have organized an experienced group of individuals to assist the City with this on-call contract to provide a responsive,
technically competent, and efficient team.
DEA will utilize our local Ontario office for this contract, located at 4141 E. Inland Empire Blvd., Suite 250, Ontario, CA
91764. Our team of technical and professional landscape architectural staff are supplemented by experts from across
the West to provide the services you need - when you need them!
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
Landscape architecture is an integral part of DEA's interdisciplinary approach. Our experience includes landscape
architectural services for park & recreation areas, playgrounds, sports fields, trails, streetscape and highways,
residential, and commercial site planning. We have worked with numerous southern California municipalities providing
on-call design services, and have found that an essential element of our recreation, civic and community facility project
success is client collaboration. Our best projects have been programmed, planned and designed with extensive input
from our clients and the community. When clients are engaged in the process, then they know that their interests and
their stakeholders' needs are being addressed.
Landscape architecture combines art and science in such a way as to provide harmony between the natural and built
environment. The work of the DEA landscape architect involves planning, design, and preserving the land. We blend
the art of attractively shaping land and the objects upon it for use and enjoyment, with a talent for producing practical,
yet innovative designs. DEA's landscape architects and master planners analyze site potential and the environmental
impact of proposed development. At DEA, landscape architecture provides an integral part of the team processes.
Our landscape architects have the design expertise necessary to combine attractive designs with functional solutions,
assuring the client the highest quality of work.
DESIGN SERVICES:
• Master Planning 6 Public and Private Parks
• Urban Design 0 Street and Highway Projects
• Park and Recreation Planning and Design a Visual Simulations and Illustrative Graphics
• Planting and Irrigation Design 0 Structure Aesthetics
• Plan Checking
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Project Experience
La Quinta Sports Complex, La Quinta, California
DEA landscape architects, civil engineers and surveyors provided the City of La
Quinta with design services for the 'active' 1.5 acre 'central core' of the Sports
Complex located immediately adjacent to an elementary and middle school. This
renovation project included the design of baseball dugouts with fabric shade shelters
for three ballfields, spectator bleacher seating areas with fabric shade shelters,
a central plaza space with a large shaded area to serve patrons of the existing
concessions facility, batting cages with shaded areas for spectators, two picnic
shelters, a pre -fabricated restroom building, two trash enclosures, fencing, a parking
lot and improved planting, irrigation and site drainage. The park is a joint use facility
that is used by the general public, in addition to the Desert Sands Unified School District.
Jackson & Kenner Memorial Park, Indio, California
DEA provided landscape architectural services for the development of a community park on two -acres of land in the City
of Indio. DEA prepared conceptual plans and collaborated with the City and the community to enhance the concepts
through community input. Located at the northwest corner of Jackson Street and Kenner Avenue, this highly visible
two -acre parcel lends itself to an ideal location for welcoming visitors and residents alike into the City of Indio. The park
site sits immediately south of the Armory building which shares and association with General Patton and Charlie
Company 185, an important part of Indio's history.
The opposing ends of the site, both north and south, provide balanced locations for the placement of future memorial
art commissions that will honor military veterans as well as first responders and the memory of what took place in our
nation on September 11, 2001. A plaza separates the two future art installations but also connects them to one another
by providing a formal gathering space for special events or everyday relaxation and reflection
. This gathering space
includes decorative paving, bench seating, as well as
sculptural informal seating. The plaza will be covered by
large fabric canopy structures that will provide shade as
well as dynamic visible structure at the center of the site.
The proposed design style is angular, modern and
simplistic. Straight lines and circles create flow and balance
while proposed materials like decorative pavers, distressed
steel, rock cobble and plant material create a unique
sense of place and appropriate separation without creating
secluded areas. The proposed drought tolerant plant
material will be appropriate for the Coachella Valley
Washington and Miles PM1O Parkway Improvements, La Quinta,California
DEA landscape architects and engineers prepared conceptual and final landscape parkway plans for a 32' wide linear
parkway along Washington Street and Miles Avenue in context with the requirements for soil stabilization and blowsand
abatement. DEA coordinated with the on-site development team to create meandering berms and pedestrian walkways
throughout this landscaped corridor. Coordination with CVWD was also required to provide two new project points of
connection.
Jefferson Street Parkway, La Quinta, California
DEA landscape architects prepared preliminary alternatives for the west and
east parkways along Jefferson Street at Westward Ho. Each concept included a
meandering concrete walkway, decorative cobble, shade trees, flowering desert
accent plantings, boulders, and two colors of decomposed granite 'fines'. The
westerly parkway includes a perimeter wall adjacent to the golf course with split face
block, a decorative cap and stone columns. Intermittent sections of wrought iron
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fencing within the wall allow visibility into the golf course. The easterly parkway also includes a meandering walkway,
desert plantings, and a perimeter wrought iron fence.
The Madison Club, La Quinta, California
In developing a professional partnership with VITA Landscape Architects and
Planners, Inc., DEA was responsible for the design and coordination of development
landscape and median landscape construction documents at The Madison Club,
a private golf course community in the city of La Quinta. DEA's project manager
successfully managed the team in meeting critical progress and submittal deadlines
on this multi -million -dollar project. In meeting tight design and construction deadlines,
DEA exhibited our ability to do "whatever it takes" to deliver a quality product to
professional partners and clients alike.
Jefferson Street Landscaped Median, La Quinta, California
DEA landscape architects provided conceptual design, design development, and preparation of final construction
drawings for Jefferson Street in the City of La Quinta. Design elements included themed planting (in accordance with
the City's landscape guidelines), ornamental lighting, decorative hardscape, placement of boulders, cobble, and gold
fines, and "art in public places "on the primary entry areas. Project tasks included task scheduling, preparation of
preliminary and final cost estimates, specifications, and assistance during bidding and construction.
La Quinta Landscaped Medians, La Quinta, California
DEA provided conceptual design, design development, and preparation of final
construction drawings for five major roadways throughout the City. Project areas
included Washington Street, Eisenhower Drive, Calle Tampico, Avenue 50 and Calle
Sinaloa. Design elements included themed planting (in accordance with the City's
landscape guidelines), ornamental lighting, decorative hardscape, placement of
boulders, cobble, fines, and "art in public places" in the primary entry areas.
La Quinta Civic Center Expansion, La Quinta, California
In this expansion project for the City of La Quinta, DEA was asked to develop a
garden showcasing plants native to California's deserts. Through research and study, striking plants such as Ocotillo,
Agave, succulents and a wide range of cacti were carefully chosen and placed to reflect their dry, but unique habitat.
Services also included work on a plaza at the entry of La Quinta City Hall.
Pioneer Park, La Quinta, California
DEA prepared two conceptual design alternatives for the Pioneer Park improvements that included providing a new
parking area, access modifications, fencing and site furnishing improvements, and reconfigurations to the dog park
areas.
La Quinta Civic Center Improvements, La Quinta, California
DEA provided construction management services for the La Quinta Civic Center
Park. Features within the park include a lake with aeration system, architectural
elements, public art, decorative hardscape, large turf areas, and desert landscaping.
DEA provided daily site observation and quality control, responded to the contractor's
requests for information, approved billing, and provided contract management.
Coordination was key to the success of the project. The design team represented
many disciplines and involved complex utility coordination. "Art in Public Places"
was an extremely important component and DEA coordinated closely with all
artists involved in the project. This park provides the city of La Quinta with a unique
destination for residents and visitors alike.
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Lake Cahuilla Trail and Cove Oasis, La Quinta, California
DEA landscape architects and environmental planners worked with the city of La
Quinta Public Works Department to develop trailhead improvements. The site is
located at the base of the Santa Rosa Mountains in the southerly portion of the
city known as "The Cove". DEA developed three conceptual site plans for the palm
oasis and trailhead project. The site contains several shade structures, freestanding
benches, a drinking fountain, monumentation signage, trail routing and hiker
information, a call box for safety purposes, spray towers for cooling off, a small
parking area, a water feature, new plantings and appropriate irrigation systems.
Commons Heritage Park Outdoor Amphitheater, Cathedral City, California
DEA landscape architects provided conceptual and final design for a new outdoor amphitheater and multi-purpose
urban space and park that will provide a venue for concerts, productions, cultural and community events for the
residents of the City of Cathedral City.
Patton Park, Indio, California
George S. Patton Park is a four -acre neighborhood park in the City of Indio. The
park was developed by Beazer Homes and was part of the planned community
"The Haciendas". Once completed, the City of Indio took ownership of the park and
maintains it as one of the City's finest public parks. The park contains two half -court
basketball courts, two tennis courts, open turf fields, picnic shelters with picnic tables
and barbecues, two covered play areas, walking paths, bench seating, a parking area
and a restroom building.
Eight Park Evaluations and Improvement Projects, Indio, California
The Eight Park Evaluation project for the city of Indio started with the evaluation of
eight existing parks or city -owned proposed park sites. The parks were evaluated for ADA accessibility, safety, how
well the parks were meeting the resident's recreational needs, potential recreational opportunities and maintainability.
For each of the park sites, DEA provided the city of Indio with a park inventory, a safety and accessibility evaluation,
and a list of suggested improvements. A conceptual landscape plan was prepared for each of the sites, illustrating
the proposed improvements, which included sports fields, picnic areas, play areas, support buildings (restrooms,
concessions, and maintenance), walks, trees and site furnishings. An estimate of probable costs for the proposed
improvements was provided with the project to assist with budget planning.
Gene Autry Trail Gateway, Palm Springs, California
DEA provided landscape architectural and civil engineering design services for the
parkways and median on Gene Autry Trail north of Vista Chino and the design of
a new 1.7 -acre passive park that serves as a new and vibrant gateway to the City.
The City and the design team had several critical project goals. These included
creating a passive park that serves the neighborhood and provides a dynamic and
recognized landmark; developing a unique and creative Palm Springs Gateway;
engaging in seamless communication and coordination with City staff, Caltrans,
SCE, DWA and local, state and federal agencies (TEA funding); and providing
timeless design solutions that evoke identity and contribute to "place making." The
completed park achieved the goals: improving the quality of life for nearby residents
and demonstrating stewardship of the natural environment, while creating an iconic
landmark for visitors to Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley. The revitalization of
this once vacant parcel of land into a unique oasis proved successful in both function
and form. It improved drainage, increased property values, and increased safety,
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while discouraging negative activities such as vandalism, illegal dumping, and loitering. Most importantly, it provides
residents with a place to enjoy the outdoor environment.
Vista Chino Low Water Crossing Bridge, Palm Springs, California
DEA was selected as part of a collaborative team to prepare --
conceptual designs to highlight bridge aesthetics for the Vista
Chino Low Water Crossing Bridge in Palm Springs. The project
consists of the design and construction of a new four -lane bridge
over the Whitewater Channel, approximately 2,300 feet long. The
project is federally funded and will require approval from the City,
FHWA, and Caltrans. DEA's team began developing four distinct
concepts for the bridge. Each portrayed a theme that allowed for a unique yet appropriate representation of forms,
textures, colors, and materials used throughout the City. During this time, similar concepts were being developed for the
Ramon Road Bridge in Cathedral City. Because the Vista Chino Bridge is located on the border of Cathedral City, the
need and desire for collaboration and input was key to both agencies to convey a consistent theme. Upon completion
of the four concepts, the DEA design team presented to the Palm Springs and Cathedral City Arts Commission such
that each team could consider the design elements, colors, themes, and materials. Both Arts Commissions respectively
provided guidance for our team to prepare a revised concept for the Vista Chino Bridge that would focus on refining the
concept .... a desire to keep the design simple while allowing west bound vehicular traffic to focus on the mountain vista.
Spa Hotel and Casino, Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, Palm Springs, California
DEA provided civil engineering, surveying and landscape architectural services for the 10 -acre parking lot that
surrounds the Spa Hotel and Casino in Palm Springs. Services included street improvement for 3,000 feet of street,
2,000 lineal feet of storm drain, grading plan, horizontal control, and signing and striping. In addition, DEA also
provided design review of the site plan and architectural plans, preparation of the amended NEPA/CEQA environmental
assessment, assistance with development strategies, and phasing of the gaming facilities adjacent to the hotel and
casino site. DEA was also responsible for the coordination and scheduling of all the subconsultant's work efforts.
Improvements included the relocation of numerous large specimen trees and the development of lush desert
landscaping. Security and safety were a concern, in addition to developing a visually appealing project. Landscaping
also included development of the streetscape adjacent to the new hotel project. It was necessary to coordinate with
engineers, architects, lighting designers, and contractors to develop the final project.
Agua Caliente Indian Reservation, Palm Springs, California
DEA acted as the tribal planning consultant for the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians in the Coachella Valley.
Owning over 32,000 acres throughout four jurisdictions (Palms Springs, Cathedral City, Rancho Mirage, and the
Riverside County), the tribe evaluated numerous land use and development opportunities. DEA functioned as the
planning director for the tribe, with responsibilities that included coordination of all projects on Indian land, presentations,
and reporting to the Indian Planning Commission and Tribal Council. DEA provided planning and engineering services
to meet evolving tribal development needs.
Date Palm/1-10 Interchange -Aesthetic Design Improvements, Cathedral City, California
DEA provided landscape architecture and master planning services to the city
of Cathedral City to develop aesthetic designs for bridge enhancements and
interchange improvements at the intersection of the 1-10 Freeway and Date Palm
Drive. Working closely with City staff and the City Arts Commission, DEA developed
a design to create a readily identifiable "Gateway" and introduction to the city. At the
preliminary stage, DEA developed 3 potential themes: "Cathedralesque", to evoke
a sense of the shapes and feelings experienced in a cathedral; "Environmental",
drawing upon the unique plant life in the desert to create iconography and forms; and
"Spirit of the Desert", using color and a sense of movement to define the esoteric
nature of the desert, The "Cathedralesque" theme was selected, and DEA used form, texture, color and lighting to
further develop the concept to provide a unique experience at the interchange.
South Palm Canyon Street Improvement Project, Palm Springs, California
The South Palm Canyon Drive project consisted of the realignment of 4,300 lineal feet of South Palm Canyon Drive
and design of 1,200 feet of new roadway within tribal lands south of Palm Springs. The project included aerial and
ground survey and mapping, roadway improvements, 4,000 feet of 12" and 8" sanitary sewer, 4,000 feet of 12" domestic
water, drainage studies and culvert design, grading and layout for a new toll booth, and construction cost estimates and
specifications. The roadway was intended to provide access to landlocked tribal parcels as well as access for the public
to visit the two palm oases within Palm Canyon.
Ocotillo Park, Cathedral City, California
DEA landscape architects provided master planning, Proposition 84 grant
coordination, and construction documents for award-winning Ocotillo Park, a 5 -acre
park in Cathedral City. Working closely with the city appointed grant writer, DEA
developed a plan for active recreation facilities while considering the incorporation
of sustainable features such as recycled materials, the use of decorative rock
and decomposed granite, 'Smart Irrigation' techniques, and drought tolerant plant
material. The park features playground and picnic areas, walking paths, a ball field
with soccer field overlay, skatepark, parking, plaza space and picnic shelters, in
addition to fitness stations, a restroom, lighting and signage.
Cathedral Canyon / Dinah Shore Drive Sewer Project, Cathedral City, California
Among numerous sanitary sewer improvement projects that were completed by DEA for cities and counties in Southern
California, DEA completed the design of a 10 -inch diameter VCP sewer in Cathedral Canyon and Dinah Shore Drive
that will provide relief to the existing Cathedral Canyon sewer. A new manhole over the existing sewer was constructed,
and a live connection was made to divert sewage flows. Special emphasis was given to the new sewer's alignment to
ensure ease of construction, minimizing utility crossings and relocations, as well as traffic control.
Monterey Avenue Arterial Improvement, Rancho Mirage, California
DEA designed street rehabilitation improvements for two miles of six -lane arterial roadway that included curb and gutter,
sidewalk, parkway, and medians. Work tasks included site reconnaissance; aerial photography; survey; mapping; utility
coordination; hydrology studies; and preparing plans, specifications and estimates. This project also included design
modifications for two existing traffic signals and a complete redesign of one major traffic signal that involved designing
all new traffic signal poles with longer mast -arms, new conduit runs, new loop detectors, and new traffic signal phasing.
On -Call Services, Coachella Valley Water District, California
DEA was under contract with the Coachella Valley Water District to provide land surveying, design engineering and CAD
drafting services on three projects. These projects consisted of Cathedral Canyon/Dinah Shore sewer project which
includes plan and profile design of a 10 -inch diameter sewer. The second project involved surveying, designing and
drafting of three water main projects in Rancho Mirage and one water main project in Sky Valley. Project number three
involved providing drafting services for standard specifications for the construction of a sanitary sewer system.
Mission Springs Park, Desert Hot Springs, California
DEA landscape architects and civil engineers provided preliminary and final design
plans for a 17 -acre park renovation project in Desert Hot Springs. The park will
include 4 soccer fields, a concession / restroom building, children's play areas, a
basketball court, entry plaza, fitness walking trail, parking areas and passive open
space. Phase II of the project includes additional play fields and parking within the
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adjacent 5 -acre parcel. DEA worked with the city to prepare plans on a 'fast track' basis — allowing the project to be
formally bid within 4 weeks of a notice to proceed.
Freedom Park, Palm Desert, California
DEA provided conceptual, final design and construction administration services for
a new 23 -acre park in the City of Palm Desert. This "Award Winning" park includes
three lighted ball fields, one soccer field, two lighted sand volleyball courts, two
lighted tennis courts, a skateboard area, a plaza and stage area, two playground
areas, a third play area with a fog fountain, picnic shelters, a restroom / concession
building and additional restroom building. Ten star shaped stations located around
the park memorialize our rights as American citizens. Open space landscaping,
including perimeter plantings, include desert plant life appropriate for the low desert.
A bronze sculpture honoring the sacrifice that our freedom requires adorns the park's
main entrance amidst colored accent paving and custom star shaped lights.
Palm Desert Civic Center Park Master Plan, Palm Desert, California
DEA performed landscape architectural services, irrigation design, civil engineering,
surveying and construction administration for this 70 -acre park project in the city of
Palm Desert. The site includes development of a lagoon, waterfalls, fountains, picnic
shelters, playground and tot lots, restrooms, play courts, trails, gardens, an extensive
display of artwork, and parking facilities. Phase three of the project included more
picnic shelters, four lighted ballfields, two soccer fields, a concession building with
restrooms, and jogging/biking trails. The park was designed to allow handicap access
to all major park features including the recently constructed amphitheater stage.
There are three entranceways to the site and the 2.2 miles of jogging trails were
designed to connect the entranceways with the park's passive and active elements.
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Monterey Avenue/Dinah Shore Median Sculpture and Landscaped Improvements, Palm Desert,
California
DEA landscape architects worked with the City of Palm Desert on the Monterey Avenue median and parkways between
Dinah Shore and Interstate 10. The plant material is desert appropriate and irrigated with a hard lined drip irrigation
system that will provide water only at each plant. Decorative boulders, cobble rock and public sculptures are included in
the proposed design.
Miles Avenue Street Improvements, Indian Wells, California
DEA provided roadway improvements in the city of Indian Wells. The project involved integrated engineering and
landscape architectural design services for Miles Avenue between Washington Street to the new bridge north of Hwy.
111 (approximately 5,000 feet of roadway) in the city of Indian Wells. Improvements included widening the roadway,
a new traffic signal installation at Miles Avenue and Warner Trail Avenue, providing landscaped raised medians,
and parkway improvements. DEA also provided traffic studies to determine if a traffic signal was warranted at the
intersection of Miles Avenue and Warner Trail.
Francis Hack Park, La Quinta, California
DEA was involved in a design/build process with the Coachella Valley Parks and
Recreation District providing the preparation of final construction documents for a
5.2 -acre park site in the City of La Quinta. The community park consists of a baseball
field, community center/restroom building, playground, basketball court, picnic
shelters, bleacher shade structure, amphitheater/stage area, open turf play area and
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park monument signage. The planting design consists of a unique desert palette and the use of a variety of roses to be
featured throughout the memorial rose garden.
Gibson Mariposa Park, EI Monte, California
DEA landscape architects worked with Amigos de Los Rios, a non-profit
environmental and community advocacy group in providing design assistance, project
coordination, and preparation of construction documents. The park was themed after
butterflies, creating exciting opportunities to integrate unique design elements into
the park. The monument sign resembled a large caterpillar, shade canopies were
shaped like large butterflies, and a community stage was modeled after a caterpillar -
eaten leaf. Plantings consisted of drought tolerant California native plants and were
designed to become habitat for a wide variety of native California butterflies.
Veterans Park Soccer Complex, Pomona, California
DEA provided conceptual and final design for Veteran's Park. The sports park
includes four synthetic turf soccer fields designed to also accommodate football and
a 1,000 square foot restroom building with concession, storage and maintenance
areas at the main entry. Additional design features include a central plaza with
custom shade canopy between the restroom and concession buildings, and age-
appropriate separate play areas (for 2- to 5 -year-olds, and for 5- to 12 -year-olds)
with shade canopy. DEA provided master planning, civil engineering, landscape
architecture, architecture, and surveying. Construction documents also included
detailed grading, drainage and hydrology plans.
Hunter Hobby Park, Riverside, California
DEA's landscape architects and civil engineers worked with City of Riverside staff to
refine the preliminary concept plan for Hunter Hobby Park - a 32 acre park named
for its theme related activities which includes improved and protected train tracks
for the only passenger bearing 1/8 -scale live steam train in the country. DEA was
responsible for preparing the design development package and final construction
documents for new ball fields, a soccer field, tennis and basketball courts, a parking
lot, picnic areas, age-appropriate children's playgrounds, two restroom facilities,
walking paths, open play areas, new train track alignments, and a new train station
design.
Deleo Regional Sports Park, Riverside, California
DEA provided landscape architectural and civil engineering services for this 27 -acre
sports park for Riverside County Economic Development Agency EDA in western
Riverside County. The park site includes two softball fields, four soccer fields,
basketball courts, a tennis court, two play areas, a dog park, a skateboarding area,
walking trails, picnic shelters, a restroom and concessions area, and a trail
connection to regional hiking and equestrian trails. Park amenities were prioritized at
community meetings based on the needs of the local community.
1-10 Corridor Master Plan, San Bernardino and Riverside Counties,
California
The DEA team prepared the 1-10 Corridor Master Plan which addressed both the
functional and aesthetic aspects of the route. The team developed design guidelines
for the corridor landscaping and soundwall treatments, bridge fencing and abutment
walls, and column and median improvements, and studied using signage and
transportation art along the route. DEA landscape architects also helped District 8
prepare "How to Create a Corridor Master Plan" booklet to be used by all of Caltrans'
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landscape architecture departments that highlights efforts regarding structure aesthetics and highway landscaping.
1-15 at Limonite Avenue Interchange, Eastvale, California
DEA landscape architects worked on the 1-15 interchange design including close
coordination with the City of Eastvale, the City of Jurupa Valley and Riverside County -
The project involved improvements to the 'level of service' provided to the traveling
public including on and off ramp capacity, bridge improvements and highway
widening. The design consisted of inert materials such as decomposed granite and
rock cobble in addition to low water use trees and shrubs such as Palo Verde, Texas
Ranger, Toyon, and Coffeeberry. The soundwall will be planted with vines and the
bioswales will include grasses such as Elk Blue Rush and Deer Grass.
Tracks at Brea, Brea, California
DEA landscape architects and civil engineers prepared conceptual plans and final
construction documents for several segments of the Tracks at Brea, a four -mile
trail that traverses from west to east across the City of Brea. Segment 3 is a one -
mile segment of Class I meandering trail through an abandoned rail corridor. The
project scope included work between Brea Boulevard and State College Boulevard x,¢
and incorporates both hard and soft surface trail, native plantings, site furnishings,
and a lighted parking area. Segment 4 is a nearly one -mile long multi -modal trail
between State College and Birch Street. The trail consists of separate paths for
both pedestrians and bicyclists. The meandering path is approximately 20 feet
wide, allowing 10 feet for each use. Segment 2 included soil remediation and rough grading construction, and is
approximately 1,400 lineal feet in length terminating on the east at Brea Boulevard. The work included coordination
with a geotechnical consultant to implement the Removal Action Work Plan, the development of soil removal and
rough grading plans, and the NOI and SWPPP. The rough grading plans were developed to incorporate the concept
plan prepared by DEA's landscape architects. The project includes a dual purpose trail system, site furnishings and
plantings, maintenance vehicle access, and a stair system for access to Segment 1.
Morongo Roundabouts, Cabazon, California
Under contract with the Morongo Band of Mission Indians, DEA prepared design
concepts and construction documents for two new vehicular roundabout locations
in Cabazon, California. Strategically located at the Apache Trail /1-10 interchange,
this project improved traffic flow for thousands of travelers who also visit the Casino
Morongo, a Las Vegas style gaming facility and resort located on Reservation Land.
The DEA team was tasked with creating an aesthetically pleasing design that serves
many purposes including presentation of traffic flow while providing visual interest
from both highway and collector streets, present tribal cultural elements (statues,
basket patterns, signage, lighting, etc.), and serve as a gateway to the Reservation
and gaming facility. Diligent coordination with Caltrans representatives and Tribal Council was paramount as DEA
addressed several challenges: traffic safety, cultural aesthetics, and visual impact/gateway opportunities.
Bridge Aesthetics and Artistic Inspiration - South Palm Canyon Drive at Tahquitz Creek,
Palm Springs, California
DEA landscape architects and graphic designers, collaborated with a local Coachella
Valley artist to develop conceptual structure aesthetics for the proposed bridge
at South Palm Canyon Drive and Tahquitz Creek. The project included a site
assessment, photographic inventory, data collection, coordination with the CV Link
multi -model trail, the development of theming studies for bridge barrier aesthetics,
median and parkway improvements, cost estimates, and the preparation of a project
report.
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On -Call Contract Experience
The DEA landscape architecture team has worked with several southern California municipalities providing on-call
design services, DRC representation, and/or construction management. We have found that an essential element of our
recreation, civic and community facility project success is client collaboration. Our best projects have been programmed,
planned and designed with extensive input from our clients. When clients are engaged in the process, then they know
that their interests and their stakeholders' needs are being addressed. DEA's list of clients found below is a testament to
our responsive, respectful, and innovative character:
References
DEA's project managers develop long-lasting, sincere, collaborative relationships with their clients. We encourage you
to contact the following references for their insight on the professional services of the DEA team
Agency Name
La Quinta, Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, Cathedral City,
Contact Name, Title I Telephone No.
Desert Hot Springs, Indian Wells, Indio, EI Monte, South EI Monte,
January 2007 / Present
Rosemead, Pasadena, Azusa, San Gabriel, Temple City, West Covina,
City of Indio
Walnut, Baldwin Park, Covina, Pomona, Claremont, Huntington Park, La
Les Johnson, Development Services Director 1760.541-4255
Puente, Lawndale, Glendora, Irvine, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Montebello,
Cities
Santa Clarita, Brea, Corona, Diamond Bar, Fontana, Glendale, Hesperia,
City of Brea
Anaheim, Ontario, San Bernardino, Simi Valley, Temecula, Upland, Yucaipa,
Roslyn Lau, Management Analyst 1714.671.4403
Burbank, Murrieta, Perris, San Jacinto, Riverside, Moreno Valley, Banning,
June 2011 / Present
Colton, Lake Elsinore, Barstow, Chino, Chino Hills, Montclair, Rialto,
City of Santa Ana
Victorville, Wrightwood, Laguna Woods, San Diego, Carlsbad, Oceanside,
Suzi Furjanic, Project Manager 1 714 571 4241
Santa Ana, Brea
Counties
Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside, Orange, San Diego
Caltrans Districts 7, 8, 11, & 12, SBCTA, RCTC, Western Municipal Water
Public Agencies
District, City/County/ Port of San Diego, SANDAG
References
DEA's project managers develop long-lasting, sincere, collaborative relationships with their clients. We encourage you
to contact the following references for their insight on the professional services of the DEA team
Agency Name
Contract Beginning /
End Date
Contact Name, Title I Telephone No.
City of Palm Springs
January 2007 / Present
Jen Henning, Public Art and Special Projects Coordinator 1760.323.8253
City of Indio
June 2017 / Present
Les Johnson, Development Services Director 1760.541-4255
Caltrans District 8
June 2002 / Present
Rose Bishop, District Landscape Architect 1909-383.6414
City of Brea
January 2007 / Present
Roslyn Lau, Management Analyst 1714.671.4403
City of Cathedral City
June 2011 / Present
John Corella, PE, City Engineer 1 760 770 3227
City of Santa Ana
September 2015 / Present
Suzi Furjanic, Project Manager 1 714 571 4241
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Section 2: Staffing and Project Organization
Proposed Personnel
DEA staff assigned to this contract have the experience and capabilities to provide superior services. Our management
structure outlines the appropriate chain of command and reporting responsibilities. This organization and structure is
very important to the success of our clients, the project goals, and to us. DEA has a team management approach, which
provides flexibility and innovative thinking, while maintaining strict adherence to the project's goals and schedule.
We have assigned Kim S. Rhodes, PLA 3867 as the project manager and administrator of this contract, serving as the
day-to-day contact for the City. She is a vice president and award winning landscape architect, having designed and
managed numerous Coachella Valley projects including La Quinta Civic Center Expansion, Cove Oasis / Lake Cahuilla
Trail, Jefferson Street Parkway, and numerous median landscape improvements for the City of La Quinta; to name a
few.
The DEA members assigned to this team have the experience and capabilities to provide the City of La Quinta with
award winning landscape architectural services. DEA has a proven ability to respond quickly and effectively to your
needs and has nine licensed landscape architects and numerous support resources available immediately. Our current
experience and our commitment to this contract will allow us to provide you with the best possible service. DEA's team
resources are shown in our organization chart provided below, followed by key staff biographies. Resumes for key team
members are found in the Appendix section.
Organizational Chart
Bryan McKinney, PE
City Engineer
Rhodes, PLA 3857
Todd Holmes, PLA 3561
Heath Habig, PLA 5028
Zaneta Kam
Danny Wang
Angie Jun
Monique Quintero
Jon S. Oen, CID
}{evin Perez
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"ON-CALL" LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES
Key Staff Qualifications
Kim S. Rhodes, PLA 3867 — Project Manager
Kim is a California registered, award-winning landscape architect, client manager and vice president
with DEA. She will serve as project manager responsible for contract oversight and direct point of
;a contact with the City of La Quinta. For the past 33 years, she has been responsible for landscape
architectural design and management on numerous projects, including design and planning for parks,
trails, streetscapes / roadways, sports facilities, transportation corridors, structure aesthetics, schools
and universities, commercial, residential, and industrial developments. Kim manages large, multi-
disciplinary projects including on-call services contracts for Caltrans District 8, Walt Disney
Imagineering, and on past contracts for the City of La Quinta.
Todd Holmes, PLA 3561 — Landscape Architecture
Todd is a California licensed landscape architect with extensive experience in the public sector
�- throughout Southern California. For the past 30 years, he has been responsible for the design and
management of a wide variety of projects including neighborhood and community parks, trails,
campgrounds, streetscapes, restroom facilities and recreation centers. Todd has also been
responsible for the management of inspection and plan check services in both municipal and county
government agencies.
Heath Habig, PLA 5028 — Landscape Architecture
f Y ' Heath is a talented landscape architect with a fresh perspective on design. He has 21 years of
experience in design of parks, playgrounds, sports facilities, and streetscapes. Heath has recent
design experience on national cemeteries including the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona and
the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery in Dixon, California. He has participated as a member of
the landscape architecture team for a number of major hotels in Las Vegas, Nevada. He was lead
landscape architect on large-scale preliminary designs that included schematic design, design
development, preparing construction documents, managing and coordinating design staff for
production tasks, and producing conceptual design graphics and presentation material. He recently
completed the Lake Cahuilla Veterans Regional Park in La Quinta for Riverside County EDA.
Jon S. Oen, CID — Irrigation Design
Jon is a certified commercial irrigation designer (CID) and also a partner with the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency's (EPA's) WaterSense program. For over 20 years, he has worked on a wide
variety of irrigation projects including trails, streetscape, interchanges, parks, hotels, residential, and
commercial developments. Jon provides construction observation including submittal review and
irrigation systems and controls. He is well versed in the regulatory guidelines associated with AB1881
(Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance). Jon's experience in the Coachella Valley includes his
irrigation design efforts with Jefferson Street Parkway in the city of La Quinta, Ocotillo Park and
Heritage Park in Cathedral City, Gene Autry Trail Gateway in Palm Springs, and Mission Springs Park I ci
in the city of Desert Hot Springs.
Danny Wang — Landscape Designer
Danny Wang is a landscape designer at DEA with extensive field experience in landscape o
construction and design. He has 13 years of experience using AutoCAD, Adobe PhotoShop and Q
Adobe Illustrator to assist him in the production of construction documents. Danny has been involved a
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Section 3: Work Plan / Technical Approach
Understanding of the City's Objectives
DEA Landscape Architects have been working with the City of La Quinta for over 23 years on projects which include
planning, design and construction for parks, streetscapes, trails, civic center improvements, dog parks, schools and
HOA projects. A great deal of work involved median and parkway improvements which included creating the theme for
primary image corridors. We came to know City staff including those in construction and maintenance and therefore
understand their goals and objectives. We have a strong working relationship with IID and CVWD and understand
their respective processes. In recent years, the city has adopted both the Desert Oasis and Desert Efficient landscape
guidelines and hence we understand how these are to be implemented on new projects or where redevelopment
occurs.
If selected for this on call contract, we anticipate meeting with the City to discuss upcoming projects, funding, schedules,
and to determine how our team can best serve the City. We can explore opportunities to find funding and to identify
priority projects if needed. We would also like to discuss methods of communication given City staffing changes in the
past year.
When projects have been identified, DEA will meet with the City and collectively see the site to discuss the design
intent. We will then prepare a letter proposal with scope, fee and schedule. Upon approval by the City, the DEA team will
move forward with the project. Please also keep in mind that DEA offers both engineering and surveying services should
those be required.
Methodology
Since our founding in 1976, DEA has become a recognized leader in the
design and management of complex transportation, land development, and ,—
water resources projects nationwide. The firm combines the talents of ;
landscape architects, engineers, planners, and surveyors to provide clients
with access to a complete range of services under one umbrella. DEA `
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supports the efforts of more than 1,000 employee owners and maintains °
offices in Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Mississippi, New York,
Oregon, and Washington. DEA is consistently ranked among Engineering
News Record's Top 100 Pure Design firms in the U.S. and among the leaders
in many of its local markets.
When a project demands creative and innovative solutions in design and
construction, DEA landscape architects use their experience and technical
abilities to achieve our client's desired results. Commitment to the highest
standards in design and advanced technology allows DEA landscape
architects to quickly respond to your project needs. We take pride in our
ability to listen to our clients and understand their project objectives. Our
resources include 24 staff members dedicated to the landscape architectural
team firm -wide, with 9 of them holding professional registrations. With our
landscape architect's diverse experience in the Coachella Valley and strong
depth of resources, DEA offers a proven track record of creative, cost-
effective and technically advanced services.
Communication and coordination have proven to be vital in the successful completion of our projects. It is our goal to
be an integral part of your team. Our previous experience working with the City of La Quinta on park and streetscape
projects allowed our team to work hand in hand with your staff to develop projects that enhance the quality of life for
the community. Our collaborative experience throughout the valley includes both land development and transportation
projects including interchange design and structure aesthetics.
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DEA has been working with, or for, the city of La Quinta for many years. We have
built strong relationships with staff and commission members including local artists,
and worked collaboratively with the community on consensus building for various design tasks. We understand the
environmental concerns throughout the valley and are considerate of those aspects during the design and construction
process. Because of our vast experience throughout the Coachella Valley, the City can depend on DEA to provide a
talented team of landscape architects that will act as an extension to your staff and thereby meet your project needs and
schedules.
Licensed landscape architect and project manager Kim S. Rhodes will lead the design efforts and consistently
communicate with the entire design team. The project scope will be discussed and distributed to all team members,
and will include a project directory, communication plan, directives to staff, schedules, CADD standards, design criteria,
deliverables, an ftp address for project documents, filing instructions for electronic and hard copies, and a QC plan.
The work plans for the task(s) will be executed from both the management and technical aspects. If the city, the project
team, or other third parties initiate a change to the project requirements during the execution process, Ms. Rhodes will
work directly with city staff to identify and address potential impacts in a timely manner. The impacts to the project's level
of effort, design schedule, construction cost, and construction schedule will be documented and work efforts modified as
appropriate.
Technology
We utilize numerous software programs to assist
in managing the work. Some of these include
AutoCAD, Civil 3D, InDesign, PhotoShop,
Illustrator, Word, Excel, and Microsoft Project.
Internal mechanisms for generating financial
reports and system checks and balances include
our accounting software, Solomon, which is
capable of generating all types of reports for
monitoring project performance.
As previously indicated, our DEA team has been
working on projects throughout the Coachella
Valley for over 29 years. We are proud to claim
that we have worked for, or with, most agencies
throughout the Valley and have built strong
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relationship with the City and assisting your staff in
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Information and Services Provided by the City
The following is a list of potential data, or resources, to be provided by the City of La Quinta in order to complete the
work described in the RFP:
• Digital Topographic Survey Mapping aAerial Photos aBoilerplate specifications
• Funding materials (ie. Grant applications) a Landscape guidelines 0Geotechnical reports (when available)
• Potholing data 0 Title Reports
Proposed Services / Innovations and Processes
One of the keys to the successful delivery of any project is DEA's approach in identifying solutions to challenges that
come up during the design process. Kim Rhodes brings her knowledge and experience to address each challenge and
lead the landscape architecture team efforts. DEA's landscape architectural team provides services to various agencies
throughout Southern California including the following.-
Parks
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Parks & Recreation
Parks enhance the quality of life of those that live, work and play in the
communities that surround them. From small neighborhood greens to large
community and open spaces, parks provide a connection to the natural
environment, and add value to the community. DEA has provided sports/
recreational facilities planning and design services to our clients for more
than 40 years. Our experience includes sports fields, open space, trails,
playgrounds, and associated recreational support facilities.
We believe the development of any park or recreational facility requires a collaborative process that involves the
community / stakeholders, business and residential neighbors, park staff, and a wide range of user groups. We further
believe that an interdisciplinary approach is the best way to maximize the benefits to the parks while maintaining
stewardship of a site's natural features. Because the team is comprised of landscape architects, engineers, and
planners, we are able to deliver comprehensive planning and design services to our clients. This collaborative approach
utilizes the knowledge and expertise of numerous backgrounds to fully respond to our client's goals.
Scenic Corridors and Landscape Beautification Projects
The DEA team has been involved in numerous streetscape enhancement
projects, downtown revitalization efforts, transportation corridor master
plans, scenic bikeways, visual impact assessments, median and parkway
improvements, traffic calming and roundabout projects.
Our highway interchange experience primarily encompasses renovation of
landscaped areas in addition to providing bridge aesthetics, and preparing
corridor master plans. Having worked in an On -Call capacity with Caltrans
District 8 for the past 16 years, in addition to coordination with Caltrans
Districts 7, 11 and 12, DEA is ideally suited to assist on interchange and roadway enhancement projects.
Streetscape Design
DEA landscape architects have been involved in several streetscape and
corridor improvement projects throughout Southern California. These projects
involve careful collaboration with the Community in enhancing the design
theme and creating gateways, landscape and hardscape improvements,
and selecting site furnishings that will provide identity and style to an
otherwise 'ordinary' roadway. We understand the planning and transportation
engineering aspects of any given project are equally important and we will
therefore work closely with team members such that the blending of 'form
and function' is seamless.
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A significant and important goal of streetscape development centers on creating a "pedestrian friendly" and inviting
corridor with appropriately scaled elements such as ornamental lighting, street trees, signage, site furnishings and
decorative hardscape. The selection of items should strive to ensure classic, simple selections which will stand the
test of time and do not become 'dated' by their color or appearance. It is of primary importance to create a positive
relationship between pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicular traffic. The new streetscape environment can be further
enhanced by the implementation of landscaped medians and enhanced parkways. These elements allow for'softening'
the street scene, framing views and providing opportunities for gateways and outdoor 'spaces'.
Trail Design
DEA has a strong firm -wide, award winning resume for trail master planning
and design. We have been involved in Master Plans for bicycle, pedestrian,
and equestrian trails .... to citywide bicycle master plans .... to detailed
design and planning for all types of trails including Class I, II, and III bike
routes, nature trails, river trails, recreational trails, primitive trails (Cove
Oasis), staging areas, trailheads, interpretive signage and wayfinding.
Our involvement often begins at the community facilitation stage and then
continues with preliminary trail design; development standards; right-of-way
acquisition, if necessary; and final design and implementation.
Section 4: Cost and Price
Hourly Rate Schedule
DAVID EVANS AND ASSOCIATES, INC. SCHEDULE OF HOURLY RATES
RATES EFFECTIVE THROUGH JUNE 30,2019-
Senior
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Senior Project Manager
$190.00
Senior Landscape Architect
$175.00
Landscape Architect
$155.00
Senior Landscape Designer
$125.00
Irrigation Specialist
$125.00
Landscape Designer
$110.00
CADD Designer
$100.00
CADD Drafter
$ 95.00
Clerical
$ 90.00
Professional Engineer
$185.00
Senior Civil Engineer
$170.00
Civil Engineer
$155.00
Civil Designer
$120.00
Reimbursable Expenses:
Client shall pay the cost, plus 15%, for any applicable governmental fees, title company charges, outside vendor
reproductive cost, in-house reproductive costs, mileage, and delivery or messenger services incurred on Client's behalf.
*Please note that rates may be subject to a 5% escalation each year.
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APPENDIX A:
RESUMES
KIM S. RHODES, PLA 3867
Project Manager
Education
B.S. Landscape Architecture, 1985, California State Polytechnic University,
Pomona
Registration
Registered Landscape Architect, California, (3867), 1993
Awards
APWA Project of Merit Award — Gene Autry Trail and Park, Palm Springs,
2011
ASLA Project of Merit Award — Oak Glen Creek, Yucaipa, 2010
APWA Coachella Valley Project of Merit Award; ASCE Riverside and San
Bernardino Section Project of Merit Award; ASCE Los Angeles Section
Parks & Recreation Project of the Year — Ocotillo Park, Cathedral City, 2016
Years of Experience
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Kim Rhodes is an award winning, California licensed
landscape architect, project manager, and vice
president with DEA. For the past 33 years, Kim has
been responsible for landscape architectural design and
management on numerous projects, including design
and planning for parks, streetscapes, trails, hotels, sports
facilities, schools, commercial, residential, and industrial
developments. She manages large, multi -disciplinary
projects including on-call services contracts for Caltrans
District 8 and the city of Los Angeles; to name a few. She
has worked with the City of La Quinta and other Coachella
Valley municipalities since 1989 with a special emphasis
on roadway beautification and park improvement projects.
La Quinta Landscaped Medians, La Quinta, California
As project manager, Kim provided conceptual design,
design development, and preparation of final construction
drawings for five major roadways throughout the City.
Project areas included Washington Street, Eisenhower
Drive, Jefferson Street, Calle Tampico, Avenue 50 and
Calle Sinaloa. Design elements included themed planting
(in accordance with the City's landscape guidelines),
ornamental lighting, and decorative hardscape, placement
of boulders, cobble and fines, and "art in public places"
in the primary entry areas. Project tasks also included
scheduling, preparation of preliminary and final cost
estimates, specifications and assistance during bidding
and construction.
Cove Oasis / Lake Cahuilla Trail, La Quinta, California
The Lake Cahuilla trail is considered a "primitive" trail
system which provides access to a unique trailhead at the
base of the mountains in what is considered La Quinta's
Cove Oasis. This trailhead consists of shade shelters, a
monument sign with trail data, a drinking fountain, desert
landscaping, secondary signage and wayfinding, and site
furnishings. Materials for custom site features included
the use of rock and timbers to create a rustic and natural
trailhead rest stop.
Washington / Miles Streetscape Enhancement and Soil
Stabilization Project, La Quinta, California
Kim provided the City of La Quinta with landscape
architectural services for the design of parkway
landscaping adjacent to a new multi -use development.
The 32' wide parkway includes an 8' meandering
sidewalk which undulates through native desert plantings,
decorative rock and boulders. Plant types include
Date Palms at the major entry treatments, Citrus trees,
groupings of Mesquite trees, Ocotillo, Bougainvillea,
Golden Barrel Cactus, Cassia, and Mexican Bird of
Paradise, to name a few. The design is consistent with the
city landscape guidelines for primary image corridors. The
DEA team provided conceptual and final plans consisting
of a proposed plant palette with colored images, enlarged
plan views, sections, elevations and final construction
documents.
Gene Autry Trail Gateway Park and Medians, Palm
Springs, California
Kim led the QA/QC efforts for the Gene Autry Trail
Gateway project. The project consists of landscape
improvements to the parkways and median on Gene Autry
Trail north of Vista Chino as well as the development of a
1.7 -acre passive park and City gateway.
Ocotillo Park, Cathedral City, California
Kim served as principal in charge and QA/QC manager for
the preparation of a master plan, design development, and
preparation of final construction documents for Ocotillo
Park, a 5 -acre park in Cathedral City. Working closely
with the city appointed grant writer, DEA developed a
plan for active recreation facilities while considering the
incorporation of sustainable features such as recycled
materials, the use of decorative rock and decomposed
granite, 'Smart Irrigation' techniques, and drought tolerant
plant material. The park features playground and picnic
areas, walking paths, a ball field with soccer field overlay,
parking, plaza space and picnic shelters, in addition to
fitness stations, a restroom, lighting and signage.
1-10 / Date Palm Drive Corridor Enhancement,
Cathedral City, California
Under the direction of project manager Kim Rhodes, DEA
provided landscape architecture and master planning
services to the city of Cathedral City to develop aesthetic
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designs for bridge enhancements and interchange
improvements at the 1-10 Freeway/Date Palm Drive
interchange. Ms. Rhodes worked closely with City staff
and the City Arts Commission. DEA developed a design
to create a readily identifiable "Gateway" to the city. At
the preliminary stage, DEA developed 3 potential themes
"Cathedralesque", to evoke a sense of the forms and
colors experienced in a cathedral; "Environmental",
drawing upon the unique plant life in the desert to create
iconography; and "Spirit of the Desert", using color and
a sense of movement to define the esoteric nature of the
desert.
Palm Desert Civic Center Master Grading and
Landscape Plan, Palm Desert, California
Ms. Rhodes served as landscape architect for the 70 -
acre park located within Palm Desert's City Hall and Civic
Center complex. Landscape design included a 1 -acre
lagoon which serves as the source of irrigation for the
park. Other park elements include, tot lots, play areas,
an outdoor amphitheater, picnic areas, tennis courts,
basketball and volleyball courts, entry plazas, a rose
garden, public art, and jogging paths. The third phase
of the 70 -acre park included four lighted baseball fields,
two soccer fields, a restroom, picnic facilities, and open
play areas. Landscape design concentrated on the use
of drought tolerant plants and water efficient irrigation
systems.
Caltrans District 8, On Call Landscape Architectural
Services, San Bernardino County, California
Kim is serving as project manager for this on-call
contract with District 8. She is responsible for daily
coordination with Caltrans landscape architects to ensure
project scheduling, prioritization of tasks, subconsultant
deliverables, specification data, cost estimating criteria,
design modifications, and invoicing.
Vista Chino Low Water Crossing Bridge, Palm
Springs, California
Kim served as project manager as part of a collaborative
team to prepare conceptual designs to highlight bridge
aesthetics for the Vista Chino Low Water Crossing Bridge
in Palm Springs. The project consists of the design and
construction of a new four -lane bridge over the Whitewater
Channel, approximately 2,300 feet long. The project is
federally funded and will require approval from the City,
FHWA, and Caltrans. DEA's team began developing four
distinct concepts for the bridge. Each portrayed a theme
that allowed for a unique yet appropriate representation
of forms, textures, colors, and materials used throughout
the City. During this time, similar concepts were being
developed for the Ramon Road Bridge in Cathedral City.
Because the Vista Chino Bridge is located on the border
of Cathedral City, the need and desire for collaboration
and input was key to both agencies to convey a consistent
theme. Upon completion of the four concepts, the DEA
design team presented to the Palm Springs and Cathedral
City Arts Commission such that each team could consider
the design elements, colors, themes, and materials.
Bridge Aesthetics and Artistic Inspiration - South
Palm Canyon Drive at Tahquitz Creek, Palm Springs,
California
Kim served as project manager for the design of the
proposed bridge at South Palm Canyon Drive and
Tahquitz Creek. The project included a site assessment,
photographic inventory, data collection, coordination with
the CV Link multi -model trail, the development of theming
studies for bridge barrier aesthetics, median and parkway
improvements, cost estimates, and the preparation of a
project report.
The Tracks at Brea, California ,
As project manager, Kim prepared conceptual and final
construction documents for 4 miles of Class I meandering
trail through an abandoned rail corridor in Brea. Segments
2-4 include work between Brea Boulevard and Birch Street
and incorporates both hard and soft surface trail, native
plantings, site furnishings, a lighted parking area, restroom
building, plaza space, community gardens, bioswale,
fitness area and interpretive signage. The site underwent
soil remediation efforts prior to the construction of the trail.
South San Fernando Boulevard Streetscape
Enhancements, Burbank, California
Project manager, Kim Rhodes and DEA landscape
architects provided project management and design
services for South San Fernando Boulevard. This
revitalized commercial corridor includes streetscape
enhancements such as street trees, benches, decorative
hardscape, ornamental lighting, medians and traffic
calming measures. Three distinctively different designs
were presented for review and consideration by the
community. New, high density residential development
was introduced by the community redevelopment
agency and therefore, mixed uses required the careful
consideration of the integration of existing and proposed
uses.
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TODD HOLMES, PLA 3561
Landscape Architect
Education
Bachelor of Science, Landscape Architecture, 1988, California State
Polytechnic University, Pomona
Registration
Registered Landscape Architect, California, (3561), 1991
Years of Experience
30
Todd Holmes is a California licensed landscape architect
with extensive experience in the public sector throughout
Southern California. For the past 30 years, he has been
responsible for the design and management of a wide
variety of projects including neighborhood and community
parks, trails, campgrounds, streetscapes, restroom
facilities and recreation centers. Todd has also been
responsible for the management of inspection and plan
check services in both municipal and county government
agencies.
Grand Avenue / Golden Springs Drive Beautification,
Diamond Bar, California
Todd provided landscape design for the final construction
documents of the Grand Avenue / Golden Springs Drive
beautification project in the City of Diamond Bar. He was
involved with this street improvement project including
concrete sidewalks with decorative interlocking pavers and
street tree up -lighting, decorative interlocking pavers within
the crosswalks, custom cast iron tree grates, custom
post -and -wood rail fencing with decorative steel panels,
rock cobble and boulders, custom ornamental fencing, and
landscape and irrigation improvements. Additionally, the
DEA team coordinated with the engineer of record on the
design aesthetics of retaining walls and guardrails.
Jackson & Kenner Memorial Park, Indio, California
Todd provided quality assurance/ quality control for the
development of a community park on two -acres of land
in the City of Indio. DEA prepared conceptual and final
construction plans, and collaborated with the City and the
community to enhance the concepts through community
input.
On -Call Plan Checking and Inspection Services,
Diamond Bar, California
Todd currently provides landscape architectural plan
checking and inspection for various projects in the City of
Diamond Bar through an on-call contract. His tasks include
landscape plan checking, landscape design review,
and landscape construction inspection. Construction
inspections include code and plan conformance for
planting, irrigation and pressure testing, hardscape, site
structures such as shade/picnic shelters, playground and
fitness equipment, trails, and site amenities.
Robinson Park, Pasadena, California
Todd served as landscape architect for the complete
redesign of Robinson Park, a community park located
in Pasadena. The project was driven by extensive
community engagement and a lengthy workshop process
that resulted in a final design with strong community
support. The project included the replacement of the
existing obsolete community center with a new multi-
purpose recreational facility. The park was expanded by
acquisition of an adjacent property to allow construction of
a new synthetic turf football and baseball fields, restrooms
and parking. A new playground, picnic area and landscape
areas were also included in the final design.
Reese's Retreat Playground, Brookside Park,
Pasadena, California
As project leader, Todd worked with Shane's Inspiration
(a non-profit group with a mission to create inclusive
playgrounds and programs that unite children of all
abilities) to obtain a one -million dollar grant from the State
of California to design and construct a large inclusive
playground in Brookside Park in Pasadena. Todd worked
closely with community members, including the City's
Accessibility and Disability Commission, to create a
playground design that fit the needs of the residents and
was well suited to the chosen site in one of Pasadena's
most prominent parks.
Vina Vieja Park, Pasadena, California
Todd was responsible for the design and construction
of this eight -acre neighborhood park in east Pasadena.
The park includes a large off -leash dog park, restrooms,
walkways, landscaping, a playground and parking. During
the conceptual design phase, Todd proposed expanding
the usable acreage of the park through the development
of the adjacent Southern California Edison transmission
property as part of the park. When this proposal was
accepted by the City, Todd successfully negotiated an
agreement with SCE to develop the property as part of
the park. Todd also led the successful effort to relocate
a historic picnic shelter to the park from a private
development that could not include the shelter in their
redevelopment of a historical property in East Pasadena.
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HEATH HABIG, PLA 5028
Landscape Architect
Education
BS, Landscape Architecture, 1996, California State Polytechnic University,
Pomona
Registration
Registered Landscape Architect, California, (5028), 2005
Years of Experience
22
Heath Habig is a talented landscape architect with a fresh
perspective to design. He has 22 years of experience in
design of numerous projects including design and planning
for parks, playgrounds, sports facilities, and streetscapes.
Heath has recent design experience on national
cemeteries including the National Memorial Cemetery of
Arizona and the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery in
Dixon, California. He has participated as a member of the
landscape architecture team for a number of major hotels
in Las Vegas, Nevada. Heath has led landscape architect
on large-scale preliminary design that includes schematic
design, design development, preparing construction
documents, managing and coordinating design staff
for production tasks, and producing conceptual design
graphics and presentation material.
Lake Cahuilla Veteran's Regional Park, La Quinta,
California
Heath served as project manager and lead designer, and
coordinated the completion of construction documents for
Lake Cahuilla Veteran's Regional Park in the city of La
Quinta. He was also responsible for providing construction
support and bid assistance during the construction of the
project.
Lagos de Moreno Park, Brea
Heath provided full construction support services for
the Lagos de Moreno Park Upgrades project located
in Brea, California. His duties included submittal/RFI
response, preparing clarification drawings, coordination
of construction activities with the contractor and client
and on-site observation. In addition, Heath helped
guide the City in selecting park equipment and irrigation
accessories. The 1.4 -acre park underwent a major
renovation providing park users with new playground
equipment, handball courts, ADA restroom facility and
picnic areas.
6th Street Bike Boulevard, Long Beach, California
Heath assisted the design/construction team during
installation of the bike trail roundabouts and roadway
intersection landscape enhancements. He performed
duties such as RFI/submittal reviews, plan clarification
drawings/sketches and site visits to approve planting and
irrigation systems.
Richard T. Steed Memorial Park, San Clemente,
California
DEA developed a comprehensive master plan and final
design for a 40 -acre community park. Heath assisted with
the preliminary plans for the overall park and specifically
for the dog park. The scope included the renovation
of existing concession ball fields/beer garden and the
completion of other community recreation elements
including a community amphitheater, skateboard park,
dog park, additional lighted ball fields and other active and
passive recreation amenities.
Heritage Park Aquatic Center, Irvine, California
Heath assisted with the preliminary design, design
development and construction documents for the
refurbishment of the Heritage Park Aquatic Center,
including the planting design and hardscape. DEA also
provided engineering services for the aquatic center's
refurbishment.
Cesar Chavez Park, South Gate, California
Heath was part of the design team for the conceptual
design of soccer fields and restroom structures for this
community park. He assisted with preparation of the
construction documents.
Honda Rider Educational Center, Colton, California
Heath assisted with the conceptual design and
construction documents for this off-highway vehicle
rider education facility. The design includes several
bioclimates and a variety of terrain for the riders to move
through. Extensive native plantings were used, which was
challenging for the irrigation design.
Orange Lutheran High School, Villa Park, California
Heath assisted with the design of a new quad for this
private high school. He developed irrigation and planting
designs for the new quad area, as well as some of the
open area surrounding the schools' sports facilities.
Via Visalia/Via Fernandez Parkland, Palos Verdes
Estates, California
Heath was on the design team for this new park in Palos
Verdes Estates. The City had provided a hand drawing of
what they wanted the park to look like. Working closely
with the City Forester, the team turned that concept into
a conceptual design and construction documents for this
neighborhood park.
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JON S. OEN, CID
Landscape Irrigation Designer
Education
BS, Landscape Irrigation Science, 1998 California State Polytechnic
University, Pomona
Registration
Certified Commercial Irrigation Designer#3085
Years of Experience
20
Jon Oen is a certified commercial irrigation designer (CID)
and also a partner with the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency's (EPA's) WaterSense program. For the past
20 years, he has worked on a wide variety of irrigation
projects including trails, sports parks, hotels, residential,
and commercial developments. Jon provides construction
observation including submittal review and irrigation
systems and controls. He is well versed in the regulatory
guidelines associated with AB1881 (Model Water Efficient
Landscape Ordinance). Jon's experience in the Coachella
Valley includes his irrigation design efforts with Jefferson
Street Parkway in the city of La Quinta, Ocotillo Park in
Cathedral City, Gene Autry Trail Gateway in Palm Springs,
and Mission Springs Park in the city of Desert Hot Springs
Commons Heritage Park Outdoor Amphitheater,
Cathedral City, California
Jon provided irrigation design for a new outdoor
amphitheater and multi-purpose urban space and park
that will provide a venue for concerts, productions, cultural
and community events for the residents of the City of
Cathedral City.
Jackson & Kenner Memorial Park, Indio, California
Jon provided irrigation design for the development of a
community park on two -acres of land in the City of Indio
DEA prepared conceptual and final construction plans,
and collaborated with the City and the community to
enhance the concepts through community input.
Gene Autry Trail Gateway, Palm Springs, California
Jon provided irrigation design for the Gene Autry Trail
Gateway project. The award-winning project consisted
of landscape improvements to the parkways and median
on Gene Autry Trail north of Vista Chino as well as the
development of a 1.7 -acre passive park.
Ocotillo Park, Cathedral City, California
Jon prepared the irrigation design for the multiple award-
winning Ocotillo Park in Cathedral City. Working closely
with the city appointed grant writer, DEA developed a
plan for active recreation facilities while considering the
incorporation of sustainable features such as recycled
materials, the use of decorative rock and decomposed
granite, 'Smart Irrigation' techniques, and drought tolerant
plant material.
Mission Springs Park, Desert Hot Springs, California
Jon provided irrigation design for a 17 -acre park
renovation project in Desert Hot Springs. The park
includes 4 soccer fields, a concession / restroom building,
children's play areas, a basketball court, entry plaza,
fitness walking trail, parking areas and passive open
space. DEA worked with the city to prepare plans on a
'fast track' basis — allowing the project to be formally bid
within 4 weeks of a notice to proceed.
Jefferson Street Parkway, La Quinta, California
Jon provided irrigation design for the west and east
parkways along Jefferson Street at Westward Ho. Each
concept included a meandering concrete walkway,
decorative cobble, shade trees, flowering desert accent
plantings, boulders, and two colors of decomposed granite
'fines'.
Bryce Hanes Park, Riverside; California
Jon provided the irrigation design for the construction
documents of two -acre Bryce Hanes Park in San
Bernardino. The park is located on a busy corner in an
underserved neighborhood and includes many of the
elements identified throughout the community input
process, such as a water'sprayground', a skate park,
soccer field, open space play, picnic areas, a basketball
court, signage, fitness area, a restroom, art in public
places, and parking.
Moulton Parkway Smart Street, Laguna Woods,
California
Jon provided irrigation design for the Moulton Parkway
Smart Street project within the city of Laguna Woods.
Moulton Parkway landscape improvements included 10'
wide sidewalks, intersection treatment, new and safer bus
stops, medians, use of a drought tolerant plants, below -
ground drip irrigation system with central/smart irrigation
control, a new street tree theme and accent trees to define
main entry points into the city of Laguna Woods.
The Tracks at Brea, Segment 3, Brea, California
Jon provided irrigation design for The Tracks at Brea -
Segment 3 project which includes work between Brea
Boulevard and State College Boulevard and incorporates
both hard and soft surface trail, water -wise plantings, site
furnishings, and a lighted parking area.
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