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Mr. Edward J. Wimmer, P.E.
Principal Engineer
City of La Quinta, Public Works Department
78-495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, CA 92253
RE: PROPOSAL I Professional Engineering Services La Quinta Village Complete Streets — A Road Diet Project
City Project No. 2015-03
Dear Mr. Wimmer and Selection Committee Members:
Michael Baker International, Inc. (Michael Baker) is excited to share our qualifications for professional engineering
services in support of the La Quinta Village Complete Streets project. The City of La Quinta's (City's) goal for the project
is to convert La Quinta Village into a complete streets atmosphere that is conducive to motorists, while simultaneously
being inviting to bicyclists and pedestrians. Our goal is to develop a streetscape atmosphere that is simple, cost effective,
and seamlessly interfaces with the existing desert environment. Improving walkability within the La Quinta Village,
including additional on -street parking and incorporating the use of the La Quinta Village "Desert Oasis" plant palette, will
( result in a project that by any measure will be regarded a success. We understand that the community is very supportive
i of this project, and we look forward to working in partnership with the City to bring this exciting project to life.
Benefits of selecting the Michael Baker team include:
An Experienced Leader ) Mr. Michael (Mike) Bruz, P.E., Michael Baker's Project Manager, has more than 36 years of
experience delivering significant, high -profile transportation projects throughout Southern California. He has worked in
the desert for over 25 years and his projects in La Quinta, Palm Springs, and Cathedral City provide valuable local context
for understanding the needs of the La Quinta Village. Mr. Bruz's experience with complete streets, roundabouts and
downtown streetscape projects makes him the ideal Project Manager for this important project, and the perfect choice
to manage this project due to his ability to seamlessly join innovative transportation engineering with multi -modal friendly
roadways. He has hand -selected a team that not only knows his work style through years of collaboration, but thoroughly
understands the desert communities as well.
National Roundabout Expertise Combined with Local Community Knowledge I Supporting the Michael Baker team in
the design of the roundabout improvements is Mr. Brian Ray, P.E. of Kittelson and Associates (KAI). KAI wrote FHWA's
Roundabout Guidelines and is actively involved with research and training about their use. Michael Baker's teaming
relationship with Mr. Ray and KAI extends over 15 years, with the planning and design of roundabouts in Goleta, the
Rancho California Roundabout Corridor in Temecula, and the I-5/La Novia Roundabout in San Juan Capistrano. In addition,
we have teamed with C Below (utility potholing), Cogstone Resource Management, Inc. (cultural studies), Overland Pacific
& Cutler (right-of-way), and Petra Geoscience (geotechnical) for their relevant experience in and extensive knowledge of
the Coachella Valley.
Regional Complete Streets Experience combined with Proven Local Results I Mr. Jeremy Franzini, PLA, Michael Baker's
Landscape Architect, has 21 years of experience delivering complete streets projects throughout Southern California
including in the desert and in particular, the Coachella Valley. His experience with the Coachella Downtown Improvements
Project and the Rancho Las Flores Park Master Plan gives Mr. Franzini a unique perspective into what can be achieved
using a simple desert plant palette in combination with rock and boulders to create a sense of place that is aesthetically
interesting and inviting to all users.
In -House Planning, Design, and Construction Support Services that Result in Efficiencies I Michael Baker has all of the
needed planning, design, and construction support services in-house with nearly 500 staff resources available in our
Southern California offices. This enables our team to bring together local experts (transportation planners and engineers)
MBAKERINTL.COM 14725 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92618
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for this important project. This approach provides the City and our team the flexibility to address any issue that may arise
during the project and will result in efficient, cost-effective preparation of the construction documents. With our team's
roundabout and complete streets expertise, combined with our local community knowledge, we know the City will have
confidence in the Michael Baker team's ability to deliver!
The following pages of our Proposal describe our team's qualifications, relevant experience, understanding and approach,
scope of work, project schedule, and team member resumes and experience. Our Cost Proposal is provided in a separate
envelope. We are prepared to accept the City's terms and conditions without exception and are prepared to fulfill
insurance requirements at the time of the project start date. We acknowledge receipt of Addenda 1, 2 and 3.
Mr. Bruz will serve as the main point of contact for Michael Baker for the remainder of the selection process and can be
reached directly at 949.855.3640 or at michael.bruz@mbakerintl.com should the City have any questions or require any
additional information.
We appreciate the opportunity to assist the City of La Quinta in the planning and design of the La Quinta Village Complete
Streets - A Road Diet Project and look forward to hearing from you.
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Michae5BaInt ional, Inc.
Michae Mike Sutton, PE
Projectnsportation Project Principal I Palm Desert Office Manager
949.855.3640 1 michael.bruz@mbakerintl.com 760.341.6112 1 MSutton@mbakerintl.com
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WORK PROPOSAL
CoverLetter............................................................................................................... ..............................1
Table of Contents .......................... .. ....................................................................................................... 2
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Statement of Qualifications..................................................................................................................... 3
ProposedPersonnel...................................................................................................................... 3
Related Experience and References............................................................................................. 7
Project Understanding and Approach................................................................................................... 11
Exhibits......................................................................................................................................................16
Scopeof Work Program................................................................................................................ .... 19
ProjectSchedule.................................................................................................................................... 31
Appendix
Team Resumes
COST PROPOSAL.................................................................................. Separate sealed envelope
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STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS
Proposed Personnel
The following section contains firm profiles for Michael Baker International Inc. (Michael Baker), C Below, Cogstone
Resource Management Inc. (Cogstone) Kittelson and Associates (KAI), Overland Pacific & Cutler (OPC) and Petra
Geoscience (Petra). Also included are abbreviated biographies for key members of our team. Detailed resumes are
provided in the Appendix.
MICHAEL BAKER INTERNATIONAL, INC. I PRIME CONSULTANT
Michael Baker is a full -service consulting firm providing planning,
engineering, surveying, and related professional services with staff
in our Palm Desert office serving the communities of the Coachella
Valley since 1986. Michael Baker has been a trusted partner to local
agencies throughout California since 1944, with a staff of nearly 500
professionals in Southern California offices and over 6,000 globally.
We have expertise in transportation planning and engineering;
traffic planning and design; civil, structural, mechanical, and
electrical engineering; water and wastewater engineering; survey
and mapping; Geographic Information Technology (GIT); land
development; architecture, environmental planning; land use
planning, urban design, and landscape architecture; as well as
construction management.
Michael Baker staff member have delivered numerous
infrastructure projects for the City of La Quinta (City), including:
• Adams Street Bridge Construction
• Adams Street Signal and Street Improvements
• Dune Palms Road Improvements
• Highway 111 Improvements at Washington Street,
Jefferson Street, & Other Locations
■ Jefferson Street Widening
• Jefferson Street Bridge Replacement
• Eisenhower Drive improvements
Michael Baker understands how to
incorporate elements of active transportation,
complete streets, and road diet roadway
design into a cohesive project. Some examples
of projects that Michael Baker has completed
that exhibit these components include:
• FIT Cities Initiative (Orange County, CA)
• Enhanced Mobility and Complete Streets
Transition Plan (Laguna Beach, CA)
• Individual Pedestrian/Bicycle Safety and
Circulation Plans for 8 Public Schools (Mission
Viejo, CA)
• City of Irvine Bicycle Transportation Plan
(Irvine, CA)
• Edison Right -of -Way Bikeway (Anaheim, CA)
• Laguna Canyon Road Corridor Assessment
(Laguna Beach, CA)
• Son Bernardino County Community Plans
Continuum (San Bernardino, CA)
• Linda Vista Comprehensive Active
Transportation Plan (San Diego, CA)
• Western Avenue Improvements and
Streetscaping (Avondale, AZ)
In addition, Michael Baker has designed several roundabouts in the state of California, including four roundabouts along
Rancho California Road in Temecula; two multi -lane roundabouts at the SR-2 17/Hol lister Road Interchange in Goleta, and
a roundabout at the La Novia/1-5 Interchange in San Juan Capistrano. The latter roundabout was the first in Caltrans
District 12 to be approved through the Caltrans Roundabout Fact Sheet process.
Our subconsultant partners, listed below, have been specifically chosen to supplement our extensive in-house services.
C BELOW I SUBCONSULTANT (UTILITY POTHOLING
eBELOW C Below offers professional locating and mapping services throughout Southern California.
v Their highly experienced technicians utilize the most advanced equipment in the industry to
1 SuMURFACENAG140 locate horizontal and vertical locations of underground utilities including water, gas power,
waste, communications, and cable/TV. They use both traditional and innovate utility finding methods such as GPR (ground
penetrating radar), CCTV, utility locators, electromagnetic locators, and potholing. C Below understands that accurate
information is vital in project planning and can prevent costly delays from damages caused by cutting, coring, drilling, or
digging in areas congested by unseen hazards in concrete, masonry, and underground. Information can be provided in
the form of pull box or electrical reports, potholing reports, underground mapping, 3D modeling, CAD drawings or simply
marking surfaces. C Below has been Michael Baker's trusted geotechnical partner on countless projects.
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COGSTONE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT INC. I SUBCONSULTANT (CULTURAL STUDIES)
1' 3 c oto 1e, Cogstone Resource Management Inc. (Cogstone) specializes in paleontology, archaeology
] and history. Relevant services include conducting studies and preparing technical reports
rntcokiu�acr �Rn=Aeo4oa� I,�,auaT in support of project -related environmental documents. Cogstone has assisted
municipalities and Caltrans to determine the final project Area of Potential Effect (APE) and evaluate cultural resources
for intersection improvement projects. Their staff are experts in National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Paleontological Resources Preservation Act (PRPA), and more. They offer technical
knowledge, innovative scoping, quality control procedures, and responsiveness to assist clients in meeting project
0 compliance requirements in adherence to federal, state and local law and regulations. Sherri Gust of Cogstone served as
0 principal archaeologist for the Date Palm Drive Bridge Widening and is well -versed in the area's CEQA and NEPA standards.
KITTELSON AND ASSOCIATES, INC. I SUBCONSULTANT (ROUNDABOUT DESIGN)
KITTF.- SON Kittelson and Associates, Inc. (KAI) is a leading transportation planning and traffic
AS"") `-t,- :ry engineering firm. Since its inception in 1985, KAI has completed hundreds of corridor
safety, operations, and design evaluations for a variety of projects including objectively
considering thousands of intersection control variations from stop or signalized, to roundabout control. KAI has been
supporting Michael Baker staff for over 15 years on a wide range of roundabout operations, design, and peer review
projects. KAI continues to be a leader in corridor and intersection planning, operations, design, and safety evaluations.
KAI operates from comprehensive research and documentation for U.S. roundabouts. Some of KAI's most recent efforts
l include national research in evaluating rural roundabout corridors (NCHRP Project 3-100). This national research in
evaluating rural roundabout corridors gives KAI unparalleled experience in the operations and analysis of rural
roundabouts in corridors. KAI was part of the peer -to -peer review team helping Caltrans develop its Intersection Control
Evaluation (ICE) policy. The firm has been applying ICE evaluations across California. KAI was an independent reviewer of
fc) Caltrans Highway Design Manual sections on roundabouts. For over 20 years, KAI staff has been involved in the peer
review, feasibility study, and/or final design of over 600 roundabouts throughout the United States and Canada. Brian Ray
( and Joey Bansen of KAI have worked with the Michael Baker team on many projects with similar roundabout and complete
f streets elements as what is outlined in this RFP, including the Rancho California Road Roundabout Corridor in Temecula.
OVERLAND PACIFIC & CUTLER I SUBCONSULTANT (RIGHT-OF-WAY)
Established in 1980 as a California Corporation, Overland, Pacific & Cutler (OPC) provides comprehensive
management and implementation of all types of public and private projects using a wide array of funding
sources. In the transportation arena, OPC is recognized by state transportation agencies as the leading
right-of-way (ROW) practitioner and often leads industry expert panels on project delivery and techniques
for ROW in the design -build context. OPC is one of the largest ROW services firms in the state of California providing an
integrated ROW function including ROW Program Management and Certification, ROW Appraisal and Appraisal Review,
Acquisition, Relocation Assistance, Utility Coordination, Cost Estimating and ROW data sheets, Property Management,
and Property Maintenance. OPC and Michael Baker have worked on hundreds of projects together in the past 30 years.
OPC has had the privilege to work with the City of La Quinta on numerous projects, including the Jefferson Street
Improvements project - Phases 1 & 2, the Dune Palms Bridge project, and the Madison Street project. In addition to the
City of La Quinta, OPC has worked with surrounding cities within the Coachella Valley including the Indio Ave 44 Bridge
project and the North Indio Flood Control Channel project.
PETRA GEOSCIENCES I SUBCONSULTANT (GEOTECHNICAL)
Petra Geoscience (Petra) is a geotechnical and environmental consultingfirm founded in 1975 as
PETRA Earth Research Associates, and incorporated in 1988 as Petra. Their workforce consists of an
interdisciplinary group of professionals including licensed engineers, geologists, environmental
scientists, hydrogeologists, technicians, and administrative support staff. Their current geographical focus is throughout
southern California. Petra has four offices serving the counties of Orange, San Diego, Riverside, San Bernardino, Los
Angeles, and the Desert Region. Petra has been serving the Coachella Valley with permanent presence since 2006 and has
been helping development projects solve the unique challenges associated with the Coachella Valley. Petra's projects in
the Coachella Valley have ranged from; single lot, roads and pipelines, a boutique resort, energy, and geohazards
evaluations and geotechnical design for projects up to 2400 acres in size.
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Team Organization Chart
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City of La Quinta
PROIECT PRINCIPAL/
Michael Sutton, PE
QUALITY ASSURANCE
PROJECT MANAGEMichael Bruz, PE
Pd EPA/En vi ro o m e n to 1
Alan Ashimine
Cultural Stvche-f
(As Needed)
Sherri Gust, RPA f�1
Signing/Striping &
Lighting/Electricol
Fred Wismer, PE 131
Marc Violett, PE
Subconsultants
(1) C-Below, Inc.
(2) Cogstone Resource Management, Inc.
(3) Kittelson & Associates, Inc.
(4) Overland, Pacific & Cutler, Inc.
(5) Petra Geoscience, Inc.
Roundabout Design Roadway Design
Brian Ray, PE (OR) (3) Dan Koravos, PE
Joey Bansen, PE (OR) 131 Brendan Dugan, PE
Droinoge
Brad Losey, PE
Landscape Architecture
& Design
Jeremy Franzini, PLA
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Alan Pace, PG, CEG (5)
Community Outreoch
Support
Jenna Tourje, AICP
ROW AppraisallAcquisitian
John Cutler, PLS (4)
Survey/mapping
Christopher Alberts, PLS
Utility Coordination'm lAgrerents
9, Utility Potholing
Pete Castelan (4)
Mike Parker I4�
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MICHAELJ. BRUZ, PE I PROJECT MANAGER
Over the past 36 years, Mr. Bruz has successfully delivered significant, innovative and high -profile transportation projects
throughout California and Arizona. He has the right combination of technical and managerial skills needed to successfully
deliver this project for the City and his relevant experience includes complete streets, roundabouts and road diet projects
for a variety of clients. He is well versed in all project phases including environmental planning, preliminary engineering
l (PA/ED), PS&E preparation, construction management, value analysis and dispute resolution. Mr. Bruz has managed
numerous multi -discipline teams and has worked in the Coachella Valley since 1992. In addition, he led the design of the
Jefferson Street / Avenue 52 roundabout as well as other roundabouts in Arizona. He is an experienced leader who is
L. known as a pro -active, client service oriented manager who fosters effective partnering relationships with his clients.
t Relevant Project Experience:
4 ■ Western Avenue Complete Streets and Road Diet, Avondale, AZ
* Uptown Sedona Streetscape and Roundabout Project, Sedona, AZ
( ■ Bay Road Complete Streets and Road Diet, East Palo Alto, CA
■ McCulloch Boulevard Complete Streets, Lake Havasu City, AZ
Date Palm Drive Bridge and Roadway Improvements, Cathedral City, CA
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BRIAN RAY, PE I ROUNDABOUT DESIGN I KITTELSON AND ASSOCIATES
Mr. Ray has 30 years of industry experience including multimodal transportation planning, traffic engineering, and
contextual roadway design. He has performed location design and engineering evaluations for numerous corridor studies
across the US. He has also completed a variety of planning projects for rural and urban roadways that have included
location studies and long-range transportation system plans. Mr. Ray is involved in research for the National Cooperative
Highway Research Program to evaluate corridors with roundabouts: NCHRP Report 772.
Relevant Project Experience:
■ La Novia/1-5 Roundabout, San Juan Capistrano, CA
■ Cabrillo / Hot Springs Roundabout, Santa Barbara, CA
• Rancho California Road Roundabout Corridor, San Juan Capistrano, CA
■ Las Positas Road/Cliff Drive Intersection, Santa Barbara, CA
DANIEL KORAVOS, PE I ROADWAY LEAD
Mr. Koravos possesses a diverse civil engineering background with roadway and land development experience acquired
over 36 years of work. Mr. I(oravos resides in Michael Baker's Palm Desert office, and has recently served as Project
Manager for the SilverRock Resort project in the City of La Quinta. Through this role and through other experiences
working with the desert communities on large scale projects, Mr. Koravos is very knowledgeable about all aspects of civil
engineering standards in the desert including engineered conceptual layout, roadway layout and design, grading,
earthwork analysis, storm drainage design, project QA/QC control, and regulatory processing.
Relevant Project Experience:
• SilverRock Resort, La Quinta, California
• Terra Lago Four Seasons Project, Indio, California
■ Hilldale Avenue Roadway Improvement Project, Haverhill, Massachusetts
■ Essex Street Sidewalk Design Project, Middleton, Massachusetts
JEREMY FRANZINI, PLA I LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
Mr. Franzini has prepared conceptual designs and final construction documents for historic downtowns, major roadways,
golf cart, bicycle, and pedestrian trails, and state-of-the-art irrigation systems. He has experience working in the Coachella
Valley, and has worked on some of the desert community's major downtown landscape/streetscape plans. Mr. Franzini
has a reputation for creating a strong sense of place with his work, and for bringing innovative landscaping to life. He has
teamed with Mike Bruz on countless projects, which translates to a seamless work effort and shared vision.
Relevant Project Experience:
■ La Entrada Specific Plan, Coachella, California
■ Rancho Las Flores Park Master Plan, Coachella, California
■ Coachella Downtown Improvements, Coachella, California
■ Alessandro Boulevard Median (Indian Street to Perris Boulevard), Moreno Valley, California
ALAN ASHIMINE I NEPA ENVIRONMENTAL
t Mr. Ashimine prepares environmental and planning studies for public and private sector clients under the California
( Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) with a focus on environmental
documentation for local and regional transportation projects. He has managed a range of highly technical CEQA/NEPA
studies for locally -funded roadways, Federally -funded roadways through Caltrans Local Assistance, and projects on the
i State Highway System. His work includes a range of projects in the Coachella Valley, and has established successful
working relationships with environmental planning staff at Caltrans District 8.
Relevant Project Experience:
■ State Route 86/Avenue 50 Interchange Improvements, Coachella, California
■ Folsom Boulevard Complete Street Rehabilitation Project, Sacramento, California
■ Ball Road Sidewalk and Bike Lane Project, Anaheim, California
- • 20th Street/Walnut Avenue/Alamitos Avenue Intersection Improvements — NEPA Compliance, Long Beach, California
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Related Experience and References
The following projects demonstrate the Michael Baker team's relevant experience in the successful execution of
roundabouts, road diets, complete streets, and local Coachella Valley work, and each project includes client references.
We invite you to contact our references to better understand our qualifications.
DOWNTOWN INDIO INFRASTRUCTURE - PHASE 1 CIVIL IMPROVEMENTS - DESIGN SERVICES I INDIO, CA
Michael Baker provided engineering, planning, landscaping, and
construction management services for the Downtown Redevelopment
Plan in the City to promote new business growth and revitilization.
Michael Baker also prepared environmental studies for the full
Downtown Redevelopment area, a Categorical Exemption (CE) for the
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Phase 1 improvement project, and Parking and Traffic Studies. The
street concept plan reconfigured Miles Avenue from a one-way street
back to a two-way street, closed the vehicle alley ways, and provided
intersection bulb outs on both Miles Avenue and Towne Street as well
as maximized the ADA compliant sidewalk area. The landscape
concept outlined the proposed urban street design elements outside
of the proposed street configuration, which included planting
schemes, locations of benches, drinking fountains, trash receptacles,
enhanced sidewalks, enhanced crosswalk pavements, and seat walls.
Phase 1 civil improvements included street reconstruction, traffic signal modification, landscaping, landscape lighting,
hardscape improvements, alleyway conversion to pedestrian and landscape corridor, and dry utility relocations. Civil
Engineering Project Improvement of the Year Award, American Society of Civil Engineers, 2011. Project of Merit Award
- Street and Transportation - Urban Renewal Category, American Public Works Association, 2010.
Team Members and Responsibilities:
Christopher Alberts, Surveyor
Client Reference:
Mr. Mariano Aguirre I Indio Redevelopment Agency 1 760/391-4120
PUEBLO VIEJO REVITALIZATION PLAN I COACHELLA, CA
Michael Baker landscape architects partnered with City staff,
downtown business owners and residents to implement the vision for
the Pueblo Viejo area in downtown Coachella. The improvements for
this area were a continuation of the work prepared by Michael Baker's
Urban Design Studio and approved by the City Council in March
2010. The concept plan and final construction plans were developed
based on the Pueblo Viejo Revitalization Plan. The improvements
included narrowing of the traffic lanes along Sixth Street, widening the
sidewalks, construction of traffic calming features and decorative
sidewalks at the intersections, construction of public courtyard
installation of street trees, new decorative street and pedestrian
lighting, fountain, public art and street furniture.
Client Reference:
Mr. Jonathan Hoyt City of Coachella 1 760/895-7092
Michael Baker
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OSO CREEK MULTI -USE TRAIL I LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA
Michael Baker provided preliminary and final engineering design and
landscape architecture services for the Gateway Specific Plan Area.
Michael Baker was also responsible for preparation of final PS&E for
the multi -use trail along the western edge of Forbes Road. The project
consisted of adding a bicycle/maintenance access trail with an
adjacent pedestrian/equestrian trail between Forbes Road and the
f existing Oso Creek Channel. The project included extensive pedestrian
i amenities and beautiful landscape improvements, such as way -finding
signs, bike racks, decorative pedestrian lighting, native and California-
n 'r friendly landscaping, and a state-of-the-art AB 1881 compliant
automatic irrigation system. The Oso Creek Trail provides access from
the future planned developments on Forbes Road, and eventually
connect neighborhoods north of the project to the coast. Additional
improvements to Forbes Road included a road diet, which consisted
of reducing the curb to curb width from 64' to 32' on Forbes Road north of Crown Valley to accommodate the Oso Creek
Trail. Michael Baker coordinated the improvements with the Orange County Flood Control District. Engineering Project
Achievement Award, Orange County Engineering Council (OCEQ, 2016.
Team Members and Responsibilities:
■ Brad Losey, Engineer
Client Reference:
Ms. Nancy Palmer I City of Laguna Niguel 1 949/362-4384
-5/1-A NOVIA AVENUE AND VALLE ROAD INTERCHANGE I SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CA
Michael Baker designed this roundabout to address existing and
forecast operation deficiencies at the existing offset stop sign
controlled intersection. Subsequent to the preparation and approval
of a Caltrans Intersection Control Evaluation (ICE), Michael Baker
processed the proposed roundabout improvements with the City of
San Juan Capistrano. This process included public presentations
including VISSIM traffic flow animations to the Planning Commission,
community workshops and City Council who unanimously supported
the project as the recommended project for environmental clearance
under CEQA. Michael Baker prepared the Initial Study and supporting
environmental technical studies that resulted in a Mitigated Negative
Declaration as well as final PS&E. The four -legged roundabout was
designed to have an inscribed circle diameter of 150 feet, a
landscaped central island, a traversable truck apron, single lane
approaches, and raised splitter islands. This is the first roundabout on the state highway system in Caltrans District 12.
Team Members and Responsibilities:
M Brian Ray, Roundabout Peer Review
■ Jenna Tourje, Public Involvement Coordinator
■ Brad Losey, Drainage Manager
■ Alan Ashimine, Environmental Documentation
Client Reference:
Mr. George Alvarez I City of San Juan Capistrano 1 949/443-6351
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RANCHO CALIFORNIA ROAD ROUNDABOUT CORRIDOR PROJECT I RIVERSIDE COUNTY, CA
Through the development of the "Temecula Valley Wine Country
Community Plan," the County of Riverside identified locations for four
f (4) new roundabouts on Rancho California Road, between Butterfield
Stage Road and Glenoaks Road. In conjunction with Kittelson and
Associates (KAI), Michael Baker is currently developing a 4-mile
roundabout corridor along Rancho California Road that will
incorporate roundabouts at the following locations: La Serena Way,
Calle Contento, Monte de Oro, and Glen Oaks Road.
f'r Rancho California Road is currently classified as a two-lane Mountain
Arterial Highway and, as such, the rural characteristics of Wine
r Country are being strategically incorporated into each of the
roundabout's designs. Ultimately, the roundabouts will accommodate
build -out traffic at intersections, improve traffic operations, as well as
enhance safety and emergency access along Rancho California Road. They will also provide a traffic calming effect for the
corridor while maintaining the area's rural wine country character. The project also aims to increase pedestrian safety by
considering the network of trails planned for the Wine Country region to provide pedestrians, visitors, equestrians, and
bicyclists with alternative modes of travel while providing attractive recreational opportunities.
Team Members and Responsibilities:
■ Brian Ray, Kittelson and Associates, Roundabout Planning and Design Support
■ Brad Losey, Drainage
Client Reference:
Ms. Cathy Wampler I Riverside County Transportation Department 1 951/955-6803
UPTOWN SEDONA ENHANCEMENT PROJECT I SEDONA, ARIZONA
Michael Baker provided design services for this major facelift of the
public infrastructure within the Uptown Area. The project included
extensive public participation (3 community charrettes and numerous
face to face meetings with local residents) and close coordination with
City Staff and City Council. The project also included a traffic analysis,
Design Concept Report, streetscape plan and final plans,
specifications and estimates including: removals, grading, paving and
drainage plans (including a roundabout), lighting/electrical,
signing/striping, landscape/irrigation plans, traffic signal
modifications and construction cost estimates. Close coordination
with Arizona Department of Transportation and the State Route 179
Project was also a key component to keeping this project on schedule.
Team Members and Responsibilities:
■ Michael Bruz, Project Manager
Client Reference:
Mr. John O'Brien I City of Sedona 1 928/282-1154
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HOLMAN HIGHWAY/S.R. 68/HIGHWAY 1 INTERSECTION CONTROL EVALUATION I MONTEREY, CA
KAI conducted an ICE for the City of Monterey and the Pebble Beach
Company in support of proposed corridor improvements on State Route
68 (Holman Highway) and intersection control improvements at
southbound Highway 1 ramp terminals with Holman Highway and the
Pebble Beach Gate at 17 Mile Drive. The purpose of the ICE was to
objectively evaluate the implementation of either signal control or
circular yield (modern roundabout) control at the Holman Highway /
Highway 1 / 17-Mile Drive interchange.
The ICE compared safety, operations, life -cycle costs, and other key
performance measures to determine a preferred form of intersection
control. Prior to the ICE, a roundabout feasibility study was prepared to
ti determine the project footprint, concept layout, operations, and
estimated construction cost. The ICE included three workshops between
City of Monterey and Caltrans operations and design functional units.
The workshops provided a forum to reach common ground through an
` objective analysis that allowed stakeholders to make investment
�+ MnA decisions based on the optimal interchange configuration, traffic control,
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safety, and operational strategy for the design life of the interchange.
The ICE and feasibility analysis were 100% funded through the AB 2766
program administered by the Monterey Bay Unified Air Pollution Control District. The feasibility analysis included
calculations for the cost effectiveness of applying AB 2766 funding dollars to the roundabout concept in reducing pollutant
emissions.
Team Members and Responsibilities:
Joey Bansen, Roundabout Design
Client Reference:
Ms. Elizabeth Caraker I City of Monterey 1 831/646-1739
HOT SPRINGS / CABRILLO ROUNDABOUT I SANTA BARBARA, CA
KAI conducted a peer review of a proposed roundabout near US 101 in Santa Barbara, California at the junction of Cabrillo
Boulevard, Old Coast Highway, Coast Village Highway, and Hot Springs Road. The proposed roundabout replaced an
existing pair of unsignalized 'T' intersections. KAI evaluated intersection operations; horizontal and vertical alignments;
design speed; speed consistency; pedestrian, bicycle, and transit treatments; and basic channelization. Based on KAI's
initial review, SBCAG and the City of Santa Barbara determined it was necessary to redesign the roundabout. KAI
developed a revised conceptual design based on the operational analysis, established ROW constraints, and project goals.
KAI then assisted the project team with the successful development of a revised final design.
Team Members and Responsibilities:
Brian Ray, Roundabout Design
Client Reference:
Mr. Frank Luna I SBCAG 1 805/961-8926
Ntiehael Baker
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PROJECT UNDERSTANDING AND APPROACH
The La Quinta Village is the core of La Quinta. Adjacent to City Hall and
the Civic Center Park, it is home to a number of restaurants and shops in
addition to the La Quinta Community Park. This project will place a focus
on active transportation by prioritizing a multi -modal solution that gives
equal status to motorists, transit, bicyclists and pedestrians. Construction
of five (5) roundabouts will slow traffic, provide additional on -street
parking for visitors, and improve the overall accessibility of the Village.
The City has already constructed roundabouts at the Calle
Sinaloa/Eisenhower Drive and Avenida Montezuma/Avenida Bermudas
intersections that have been well received by the local community. This
project will build upon that success by constructing additional
roundabouts and bringing a complete streets concept to the Village. We
will work with the City to create a complete sense of place in the La Quinta
Village that is safe for both pedestrians and motorists, that conforms to
and enhances the area's naturally beautiful desert landscape.
Our understanding and approach to the design of the project is as follows
Road Diet & Roundabout Concept Development
Michael Baker has extensive experience
delivering high -profile complete streets
projects throughout California and
Arizona. We will utilize our post successes
to help inform our approach to the City's
project for La Quinta Village. Some of our
past work includes:
• Laguna Gateway (Laguna Beach, CA)
• Western Avenue Improvements and
Streetscape (Avondale, AZ)
• Date Palm Drive (Cathedral City, CA)
• Rodeo Drive Improvements (Beverly
Hills, CA)
• Uptown Sedona Enhancements
(Sedona, AZ)
• McCulloch Boulevard Streetscape
Project (Lake Havasu City, AZ)
• Jefferson Street Widening (La Quinta
and Indio, CA)
Our approach to the design of this important and exciting project will be
to build upon the significant work completed to date by the City and to
refine the conceptual design provided in the Request for Proposal (RFP). The preliminary concepts provide a solid
framework for the overall scope, scale, and vision the City sees in transforming the La Quinta Village area into a safe and
inviting multi -modal environment.
We will begin the design development by adapting the work completed to -date to a topographic survey in order to more
accurately define the scope and impacts of the project. The RFP concepts present a comprehensive approach to adapting
the identified network segments and intersections to a slower, more inviting street system that better serves the full
range of potential users. The concepts were completed in sufficient detail to help make project recommendations;
however, there are opportunities to enhance and refine the concept details to maximize the expected benefits of the
City's investment in the project. For example, there are locations where we can reduce driveway/bicycle conflicts and/or
enhance the bicycle treatments to reduce the traffic level of stress. In other cases, the roundabouts could be adapted
and adjusted to fit the unique context at each intersection.
We recommend using the early stages of the project to draw upon our team's collective knowledge of "complete streets"
concepts together with our roundabout expertise to perform a "concept validation" exercise to explore opportunities for
further refining the concepts prior to beginning the PS&E design process in earnest. Some of the opportunities that we
see for further exploration or evaluation include:
a. Road Diet Cross -Sections: Based on relatively high posted speeds (45 mph) and the presence of parking lanes on the
project roadways, buffered or separated bicycle/neighborhood electric vehicle (NEV) lanes may be appropriate to
provide for a higher level of comfort for non -motorized users. One suggested approach (working within the existing
roadway envelope) would be to re -allocate the 18-feet of space for the proposed parking lane and bike/NEV lane to
provide an 8-ft parking lane, 2-ft striped buffer, 6-ft bike/NEV lane, and 2-ft striped buffer.
Guidance in the NACTO Urban Bikeway Design Guide suggests the following benefits of buffered bike lanes:
Provides greater shy distance between motor vehicles and bicyclists.
Provides space for bicyclists to pass one another without encroaching into the adjacent motor vehicle lane.
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III. Encourages bicyclists to ride outside the "door zone" by providing a striped buffer between parking and
bicycle/NEV lane.
IV. Provides a greater space for bicyclists without making the bike lane appear so wide that it might be mistaken
for a travel lane or a parking lane.
V. Appeals to a wider cross-section of bicycle users and abilities.
b. Midblock Pedestrian Crossings: Our team sees potential opportunities for refining and/or identifying alternative
treatments for the proposed mid -block pedestrian crossings on Calle Tampico; including reversing the orientation of
the "z" median treatments so that pedestrians face approaching traffic. There are other locations where curb
modifications could reduce pedestrian crossing distances, such as:
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a) Extend the curb out into roadway to eliminate parking and provide for shorter crossing distance.
b) Reverse the orientation of the median "z" cut -through to orient pedestrians to face approaching traffic as
they traverse the cut -through.
11. Crossing at Civic Center Park:
a) Reverse the orientation of the median "z" cut -through to orient pedestrians to face approaching traffic as
they traverse the cut -through.
b) Move the pedestrian crossing east to be centered more "mid -block". This would place the crossing closer
to the transit stop, and would help address the conflict with the proposed westbound right -turn lane drop
at Seasons Way.
c) If the multi -lane cross-section is maintained, consider a pedestrian activated red crossing signal
(pedestrian hybrid beacon) or other traffic control devices using guidance from NCHRP Report 562
"Improving Pedestrian Safety at Unsignalized Intersections".
d) Alternatively, extend the road diet cross-section to the pedestrian crossing location to reduce the number
of vehicle -pedestrian conflict points and eliminate the "double -threat" potential for pedestrians crossing
two lanes of traffic in the same direction.
e) Provide curb extensions into the parking lane to reduce the overall pedestrian crossing distance.
Roundabouts: We will consider the unique project context
and develop roundabout concepts that integrate the design,
operations, and safety principles outlined in NCHRP Report
672 Roundabouts: An Informational Guide (FHWA
Roundabout Guide). Our partner, Kittelson & Associates, Inc.,
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(KAI) authored this document and is especially qualified to
understand design objectives and identify and share the range
of tradeoffs to guide project decisions. We will apply the
iterative process outlined in Chapter 6 of NCHRP Report 672 At
to optimize the roundabout performance while adapting to l
the specific needs of the La Quinta Village. This includes
avoiding impacts to residential properties, maintaining
property access, and addressing lane reduction needs. The
approved concepts provided in the RFP will be brought
forward and adapted to the topographic survey. We see several opportunities within this concept refinement stage,
as follows:
I. The roundabout approach geometry shown in the concepts for all locations generally appear to reflect a multi-
lane roundabout design, with significant "offset left" horizontal deflection and short to moderate -length
tangent sections at the roundabout entries that direct vehicles into the circulatory roadway versus creating a
deflected path. In effect, the configurations reflect entry design principles for multi -lane designs that are not
applicable in La Quinta. Exhibit 6-14 of the FHWA Roundabout Guide clearly depicts desired deflection for single
lane approaches.
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II. Modify the approach geometry at some locations where a very narrow splitter island is shown (such as the
east leg of the Calle Sinaloa & Avenida Bermudas intersection). As shown, the widths create constructability
and maintenance issues. The roundabout performance objectives of speed reduction and design vehicle
accommodation can be met with wider islands while providing less deflection and sharp curvature into the
roundabout.
9 III. Extend the splitter islands to the desired 100' length or a minimum of 50' where constraints exist
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IV. Refine the splitter island design to reflect the standard AASHTO guidelines for island design. These include the
"offsetting" "blunting"
channelization principles of and the raised splitter islands for visibility and to create a
"funneling" effect for approaching vehicles. These principles of splitter island design are reflected in Exhibit 6-
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12 of the FHWA Roundabout Guide.
V. Provide less abrupt and better defined bike lane transitions into the shared -use paths at the roundabout
entries, consistent with Exhibit 6-67 and 6-68 of the FHWA Roundabout Guide.
VI. Consider minor modifications to Avenida Martinez where it intersects with Eisenhower Drive north of Avenida
Montezuma. Squaring up the intersection would reduce the length of the pedestrian crossing, reduce the
vehicle/bicycle conflict area, and more clearly define the intersection.
VII. Eliminate (to the extent possible), conflicts at the interface between driveways and bike lanes/shared-use path.
Vill. Consider a standard apron -style driveway at the west leg of the Calle Tampico & Eisenhower Drive roundabout
to reinforce that this is a minor traffic movement and provide a well-defined circulatory roadway.
Exhibits 1 through 3 (on the following pages) have been prepared to summarize and depict the potential modifications
(described above) to the preliminary geometrics contained within the RFP. These proposed modifications have been
developed to enhance the mobility for all modes of travel and to improve the aesthetics of the roadway corridors.
Our team, and KAI in particular, is especially suited to conduct this focused "concept validation" exercise before moving
into the PS&E design process. By working as partners, our collaborative approach will allow our team to understand the
City's priorities and share with you the benefits of our extensive roundabout design experience.
Complete Streets and Landscape Architecture Opportunities
Landscape architecture and urban design are essential components
of project success. When complete, the landscaping will create a
beautiful and tranquil environment for the enjoyment of both
residents and visitors. The landscape design will reinforce, expand,
and enhance the Village atmosphere, offering shady pedestrian and
bicycle corridors, desert gardens that will include seating, and
shade for gathering, people watching, conversation, rest,
relaxation, reading, enjoying nature, and display of public art, etc.
The landscaping will complement the existing landscape and
architecture of the Village and adjacent neighborhoods, and
accentuate the organizational structure of the project into an
intuitive and user friendly sequence of unique and useable street
crossings, corridors, and outdoor spaces. These newly created
public spaces will incorporate a system of way finding signage, decorative street and pedestrian lighting, transit stops,
bicycle parking, and street furnishings that are durable, high value, and compatible with the character of the existing
Village signage, lighting, and furnishings.
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The landscape design will utilize a unique landscape palette of low maintenance,
drought friendly - desert shade trees, shrubs, and accent plants that are complimentary
with the existing plant palette of the Village, surrounding neighborhood, and local
climate. Plants will be strategically placed to maximize aesthetic impact, avoid
overplanting, and installation and maintenance costs.
I The hardscape design will incorporate carefully arranged natural desert boulders,
{� cobble, crushed rock, and decomposed granite in artful combinations and patterns. The
design of the landscape and hardscape improvements will be mindful of the
t conservation of natural resources, the costs to construct, and long-term maintenance.
All landscaping and irrigation equipment will be selected, designed, and installed with
input from City maintenance managers and staff, in accordance with all applicable
codes, regulations, and water conservation ordinances.
Right -of -Way Considerations and Approach to Acquisition
One of the most important aspects of any project is to determine whether additional right-of-way will be needed to build
the project as envisioned during the planning stages. For this project, it is our understanding that the City has developed
the preliminary horizontal alignment to lie within existing right-of-way except for the northwest quadrant of the Calle
Tampico / Eisenhower Drive intersection (the La Quinta Resort Mountain Golf Course). One of our goals during the
^A concept validation effort (as described above) will be to develop alternatives to realign or modify the roundabout (and
shared use path) geometry at this location to minimize or potentially eliminate the additional right-of-way needs. Based
on the preliminary information provided by the City, it appears that the shared use path is the primary cause of the
additional right-of-way need. The alternatives that we will develop will include a "best -fit" analysis to determine the ideal
( balance between roundabout and shared use path modifications and additional right-of-way needs.
However, if it is determined that an acceptable alignment is not feasible without the need for additional right-of-way, our
approach to securing the needed right-of-way is as follows:
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( Pre -Acquisition Activities: During the environmental approval phase, OPC (Michael Baker's right-of-way consultant) will
assist the City and the Design Team in determining the precise right of way requirements and preparing a right of way
( cost estimate of all probable capital and services costs. This will also include preparation of the Right of Way Data Sheet
A utilizing Caltrans Form 17-EX-21.
Shortly after project environmental approval, OPC will initiate pre -acquisition activities consisting of a comprehensive
review of all title reports and underlying record documents, issuance of statutory appraisal letters, and review of
engineering plans, legal descriptions, right of way maps and other information relevant to the project. John Cutler, OPC's
Project Manager, will coordinate with our appraiser on title issues, property inspections, and clarification of engineering
design elements. Upon completion of the appraisal reports, OPC will conduct an independent review for adequacy and
compliance with USPAP and applicable regulations. If necessary, OPC will participate in Council meetings and assist the
City in preparing exhibits and/or reports necessary to establish the amount of just compensation.
This initial stage will also include preparation of written offers of just compensation, documents, deeds, and right of way
agreements in accordance with applicable requirements, to submit to the for approval.
Property Negotiations: Following the Council's approval of just compensation, OPC will present the City's written
purchase offer to the owner and/or owner's representative. Negotiations will involve an interactive, face-to-face
discussion with the property owner about his/her property; explanation of the project and its impacts to the property;
explanation of the appraisal process and how the value was concluded; and answer any questions or concerns the owners
may have. All of our agents are licensed with the DRE and trained to utilize a non -coercive, integrative negotiation style
to overcome all hurdles in reaching a settlement in the most efficient manner possible. Our agents will negotiate in good
faith, with an open mind for creative solutions that would be mutually beneficial to all parties involved.
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In the event a counter proposal is made, OPC will evaluate its merits and make recommendations if it is felt that an
administrative adjustment or settlement is warranted based on the facts. OPC consults with its in-house real estate
appraisal staff to provide supplemental research and analysis of property owner presented reports or theories.
Michael Baker is committed to the City's
goal of bringing vibrant design and
functional engineering to Lo Quinta Village.
We are looking forward to creating a sense
of place that extends beyond simply
roundabout engineering, and positively
impacts the community by providing a safe
and enjoyable corridor.
Supplemental negotiations may also include addressing any objection
or question concerning the project the owner has by conferring with the
City's Project Manager. Once an agreement is reached, OPC will submit
the appropriate executed documents to the City for approval; including
letters of recommendation with supporting documentation if an
administrative settlement is being recommended.
Post Negotiations: Upon the City's approval of the appropriate
documents, escrow will be opened by submitting an instruction letter
providing the purchase contract, title insurance coverage, and notarized
Deed to escrow agent. OPC will assist with any due diligence
requirements and resolve adverse title conditions preceding the close of escrow and will coordinate payment of just
compensation. The City will be furnished with copies of the recorded Deeds and title insurance policies following the close
of escrow.
In the event that the property cannot be acquired by good -faith negotiations, OPC will assist the City with condemnation
support by coordinating updated litigation guarantees, coordinating with the attorney, and any other tasks necessary to
take possession.
{ Once all right of way has been acquired for the project, either by closed escrow or Order of Pre -judgment Possession
issued by the court, OPC will prepare and submit the Right of Way Certification package to Caltrans District office for
( approval. The certification package will consist of all necessary documentation including property transaction deeds,
( court judgments, utility notices and agreements, cooperative agreements, encroachment permits, project mapping and
final engineering design.
i During the course of the acquisition process, OPC will maintain a complete acquisition file of all correspondence, offers,
and contacts with each property owner and the City; provide the City with written status reports at the prescribed interval
and confer with the City's Project Manager as needed; maintain a current Acquisition Checklist showing each successfully
negotiated parcel; and outline any special terms agreed to with a recommendation for City action.
Supplemental Environmental Documentation
Michael Baker understands that the City has acquired Federal funds for the proposed project, requiring compliance with
the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). As such, the project will require processing and approval from the Caltrans
District 8 Division of Local Assistance, with Caltrans also serving as NEPA lead agency. Michael Baker's extensive resume
with Local Assistance NEPA projects will assist the City in expedited project delivery, utilizing the local experience and
relationships developed with Caltrans District 8 Environmental Planning staff. We have worked directly with their
environmental generalist and technical reviewers, gaining a distinct understanding of the Caltrans Standard
Environmental Reference (SER) and District 8-specific methodologies and requirements.
Based on our comprehensive understanding of the project, the site, and the surrounding area, Michael Baker anticipates
that the project will qualify as a Categorical Exclusion (CatEx) under NEPA. The CatEx will be supported by a range of
technical studies as required under the SER. The use of a CatEx would result in significant time and cost savings under the
environmental process, as compared to an Environmental Assessment (EA) or Environmental Impact Statement (EIS).
Based on input from City Staff, Michael Baker has reviewed the Draft and Final Environmental Impact Reports (EIR) for
the Village Build -Out Plan, which considers the proposed complete streets improvements as part of a larger project. Any
technical documentation prepared as part of our work program will be shared with the City's consultant, Tierra Nova, to
assist with preparation of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) documentation that may be required for the
project. Michael Baker will utilize information from the Village Build -Out Plan EIR as applicable as part of our work
program, and will ensure consistency between the CEQA and NEPA documentation for the project.
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SCOPE OF WORK PROGRAM
The scope of work program to accomplish this project consists of defining the project goals of the City and then
establishing the appropriate work tasks. Our understanding of the project is based on information obtained from the
RFP, discussions with the City, and review of the referenced materials. The following table outlines the anticipated work
plan required to complete this project.
TASK 1.0 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION
1.1 Pre -Design Meeting This task includes participation in the pre -design meeting..
1.2 Coordination Meetings This task includes participation in up to twelve (12) project
coordination/PDT meetings. Attend one (1) City Council meeting. Meetings
will be led by Michael Baker and interface with agencies and other firms as
appropriate to facilitate project delivery. This task includes a total of
thirteen (13) project meetings.
1.3 Project Management and
This task includes coordination with the City to assure completion of the
Coordination
project on time and on budget. Also included as a part of this task is quality
Deliverables:
control as well as meeting attendance and documentation when
appropriate.
• Project Management
• Meeting Attendance
Administrative tasks that include schedule updates and monthly progress
• Project Scheduling
reports (progress to date, activities performed, problems encountered and
• QA/QC
resolution, work products completed and distributed, anticipated work in
the upcoming month and meetings held) are also included as a part of this
task.
1.4 Public Outreach
Plan and host three (3) public outreach meetings in a location specified by
the City. The Michael Baker team will describe the roles and responsibilities
for the outreach efforts, materials, and logistics of the programs/events.
The Michael Baker team will identify the materials needed for the
programs or activities, including worksheets, and handouts (if needed).
TASK 2.0 PRELIMINARY
DEVELOPMENT PHASE
2.1 Base Data Compilation and This task includes a site review; collection and review of relevant
Review documents including previous record drawings, traffic studies, utility maps,
and other record information. Perform a site visit to assess the street and
Deliverables: traffic signals and communication, utilities, drainage, ADA access, driveway
• Field Review access, signage and striping and landscaping.
• Reference Documents
2.2 Design Surveys
Aerial Topographic Mapping
Provide topographic mapping of Eisenhower Road, Calle Tampico, and Calle
Deliverables:
Sinaloa including the intersections of Eisenhower Drive at Avenida
• AutoCad Files of planimetric
Montezuma, and at Calle Tampico; the intersections of Calle Tampico at
features and contours
Avenida Bermudas, and at Desert Club Drive; and the intersections of Calle
• Digital Terrain Model (DTM)
Sinaloa at Avenida Bermudas, and at Desert Club Drive in the City of La
• Color digital ortho-rectified
Quinta. Topographic mapping will be compiled from aerial
imagery in geotiff format.
photogrammetry for plotting at a scale of 1"=20' with one foot interval
• Project Base Map
contours. Topographic mapping will conform to the FGDC Geospatial
Positioning Accuracy Standards, PART 4: Standards for A/E/C and Facility
Management, and references the ASPRS Accuracy Standards for Large-
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2.3 Environmental Documentation
Deliverables:
• Environmental Study Form
• Technical Studies
o Phase I Initial Site
Assessment
o Natural Environmental Study
o Historic Property Survey
o Section 4Technical Memo
• Categorical Exemption
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Scale Maps, with sufficient detail to support assessment of the project sites
relative to drainage, improvements and utilities. Delivery of
photogrammetric mapping will be approximately 5 weeks from the Notice
to Proceed.
Unless otherwise directed by the City, the basis of horizontal control will be
California Coordinate System of 1983 (CCS 83), Zone 6, Epoch 2011.
Coordinates will be expressed as grid values in terms of the U.S. survey
foot. Vertical control will be in terms of the North American Vertical Datum
of 1988 (NAVD 88). Coordinates and elevations will be based on the
published values from National Geodetic Survey (NGS).
Conventional Topographic Mapping
Provide detailed conventional topographic mapping of the project site to
identify and plot existing conditions of those areas obscured from aerial
photography, such as bare ground and utilities, which are located under
tree canopies, and to provide street cross -sections throughout the project
area. Topographic mapping shall be plotted at 1"=20' with one foot interval
contours.
Topography shall include obtaining locations, elevations and descriptions
of:
• Contours at one -foot intervals
• Spot elevations on hardscape features
• Existing building and structure footprints
• Curb and gutters, sidewalks and driveways, and handicap ramps
• Pavement areas including the roadway surface and flow line of
gutter
• Storm drain and sewer manholes
• Power poles, streetlights and traffic signals, and major signs
• Trees and major specimen plants, with trunk diameters greater
than 4"
• Above ground utilities including valves, pull -boxes, meters, and
vaults
• Exposed mechanical utilities such as chilled water and steam
pipelines
• All major surface features that define the shape of the terrain,
such as tops and toes of slopes, grade breaks and natural ground
Michael Baker will prepare environmental documentation to satisfy the
requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) for the
proposed project, to be processed through Caltrans District 8. Based on
the City's RFP, this scope of work excludes the preparation of CEQA
documentation. Through consultation with City Staff and our knowledge of
the project, this scope of work assumes that the appropriate form of NEPA
documentation will be a Categorical Exclusion (CatEx) with supporting
technical studies, utilizing the CatEx under 23 CFR 771.117(c) for the
construction of bicycle and pedestrian lanes, paths, and facilities. This task
assumes that the Lead Agency will be the Caltrans (District 8) Division of
Local Assistance, and specifically excludes preparation of an Environmental
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Assessment or Environmental Impact Statement. A detailed description of
the work program is provided below.
Preliminary Environmental Study Form
Michael Baker will prepare a Preliminary Environmental Study (PES) Form
in accordance with the Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures Manual
environmental reporting criteria. This approach will allow for early
consultation with Caltrans staff to identify key environmental constraints
and study areas. The PIES Form will provide a preliminary analysis of
potential environmental impacts associated with the project, including
cultural resources, hazardous materials, water quality, temporary and long-
term effects, and construction -related effects.
Technical Studies
Michael Baker anticipates that special studies will be required to support
the conclusions within the CatEx that no unusual circumstances of
significant environmental effects would occur as part of the project. Since
the project would not increase vehicular capacity or substantially realign
the roadway, it is not anticipated that an Air Quality Assessment or Noise
Study Report will be required. The technical studies will be prepared in
accordance with Caltrans requirements, as described below. All studies
assume two rounds of Caltrans comments, with two associated rounds of
revisions to each study.
■ Phase I Initial Site Assessment (ISA): Michael Baker will prepare a
Phase I Initial Site Assessment ISA in accordance with the ASTM
International (ASTM) Standard Practice E 1527-13 and the
California Department of Transportation's (Caltrans) SER. The
Phase I ISA will consist of four components: Records Review; Site
Reconnaissance; Interviews; and Report Preparation. Current site
conditions will be documented by an on -site inspection of the
project area. A review of the commercial database summaries,
provided by Environmental Data Resources, Inc. (EDR), regarding
public agency records will be included. The report will include a
summary of the report findings and a discussion of our opinions
and conclusions regarding the absence or presence of RECs in
connection with the subject site.
• Natural Environment Study — Minimal Impacts (NES-MI): Michael
Baker will prepare a NES-MI report following Caltrans SER. The
document will provide maps of the project site and a detailed map
of the vegetation communities/land uses and their respective
acreages, including the locations of special -status resources (if
any) occurring on -site. The report will include a discussion of
impacts to biological resources, a brief analysis of anticipated
impacts to jurisdictional features, recommendations for further
studies that may be needed prior to development, and suggested
mitigation measures to avoid and/or minimize impacts, as
necessary.
• Historic Property Survey Report, Archaeological Survey Report,
Historic Resources Evaluation Report (HPSR/ASR/HRER): Michael
Baker has retained Cogstone for preparation of the
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Deliverables:
• Utility Notification
• Utility Pothole Investigation
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HPSR/ASR/HRER in compliance with Section 106 of the National
Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). The primary components
associated with the work program include preparation of an Area
of Potential Effects (APE) map, literature records search, Native
American consultation, a pedestrian survey of the project site, and
preparation of the HPSR/ASR/HRER in compliance with the SER. It
is assumed that five (5) built resources will require updating on
California DPR Series 523 forms.
• Section 4(f) Technical Memorandum: Due to access
improvements at and adjacent to La Quinta Community Park and
Civic Center Park, it is anticipated that impacts to existing publicly -
owned, publicly accessible recreational facilities will be required.
This technical memorandum will examine potential short-term
construction and long-term operational effects on these
recreational facilities, and it is assumed that no "use" or a "de
minimis use" will occur.
• Location Hydraulic Study/Summary Floodplain Evaluation
Report: Because of the proximity of the proposed improvements
at the Eisenhower Dr. and Calle Tampico roundabout to the
mapped Zone A floodplain a Location Hydraulic Study
memorandum will be needed, and it is assumed that no floodplain
encroachment will occur.
Categorical Exclusion
On behalf of the City, Michael Baker will forward all supporting NEPA
special studies and preliminary engineering documentation demonstrating
that significant environmental effects will not result with project
implementation. This submittal will consist of a draft CatEx and technical
study package with formal request to Caltrans for approval.
Environmental Commitments Record
In compliance with the Caltrans Standard Environmental Reference (SER),
Michael Baker will prepare an Environmental Commitments Record (ECR)
to track and document the completion of environmental commitments
through the project delivery process. The ECR will combine relevant
environmental compliance information together in a single place, making it
easier to track progress and easier for project team members to identify
implementing actions. Michael Baker will consult with Caltrans staff to
determine the preferred format and outline of the ECR.
Utility Coordination
• Primary point of contact with utility owners for identifying and
verifying all utility facilities lying within existing and proposed
rights of way of planned construction.
• Actively participate on Project Development Team (est. 12
meetings).
• Forward a letter of introduction to the utility owners (est. 5 utility
owners).
• Request "as -built" utility information from all utility owners within
the project and provide this information to the Design Team for
plotting.
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APPROACHTASK DELIVERABLE(S)
• Verify with utility owners that all utilities plotted on utility plans
are accurate.
• Coordinate, plan and meet with the Design Team and Utility
Owners to determine what facilities require potholing.
• Coordinate all phases of the positive location of utilities (potholing
contractor and Survey Team provided by MBI).
• Review and verify with the Design Team the conflicting utility
facilities based on the results of the potholing (est. 5 utility
owners).
• Coordinate and plan with the utility owners and their designers as
needed to discuss project design, potential conflicts, relocation
alternatives, and resolution to conflicts(est. 15 meetings including
field meetings).
• Determine liability for each utility company that is impacted by the
project. Clearly document this information in a Report of
Investigation (est. 5 ROl's).
• Obtain detailed scopes of work from the utility companies for
relocation, estimated start and completion dates, and proposed
cost to perform and complete the job.
• Issue Notice to Owner to relocate utilities (est. 5 NTO's).
■ Work with the project manager and utility owner to ensure the
Utility Relocation Plan is compatible with permit requirements.
• Prepare utility agreements as needed for any utility owner who
has prior rights and conflicts with the project or who would like
the awarded road contractor to perform utility relocation work
regardless of determined liability (est. 2 utility agreements).
2.5 Geotechnical Investigation The objective of our geotechnical/geologic investigation is to characterize
the site from a geologic/geotechnical perspective to identify and evaluate
Deliverables: the impact of site geotechnical conditions on site development.
• Draft/ Final Geotechnical Report
• Pavement Design To achieve these objectives we are proposing the following scope of work:
• Collect and review readily available reports and literature
concerning soil and geologic conditions within and adjacent to the
site.
■ Coordinate with local underground utilities locating service
(Underground Service Alert) to obtain an underground utility
clearance prior to commencement of the subsurface investigation..
It should be noted that this service does not locate private utilities
within properties. Therefore, the current Owner would be
responsible for informing Petra Geoscience of the presence of any
such onsite utilities (for example water lines) and/or repair and
relocation of such.
• Obtain an encroachment permit from the City of La Quinta.
■ Prepare a traffic control plan.
■ Core 10 locations then hand auger below the pavement to a depth
on the order of 3 feet to collect samples for laboratory testing.
• Perform laboratory testing on representative soil samples.
Laboratory tests that will be performed will include but not
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necessarily limited to R-Value, Maximum Density and Optimum
Moisture determination, In -situ Moisture and Density, Grain Size
Analysis.
• Prepare a geotechnical report presenting the results of our
investigation. This report will include our evaluation of
geotechnical conditions associated with site improvements
including but not limited to information on site work,
embankments, geology, soil erosion, roadbed preparation, fill
placement, over -excavation, groundwater, and roadway structural
section design.
2.6 Geometric Approval Drawing
Our team's approach will be to build on the significant work completed by
the City to -date in refining the approved conceptual design provided with
Deliverable:
the RFP. The objective of the Geometric Approval Drawing task is to refine
• Finalized GAD for final design
the roundabout concepts to complete the following scope of work:
• Landscape Concept Plan
Prepare 15% horizontal alignment designs in AutoCAD working from the
preferred alternatives identified by the City. KAI will prepare the 15%
horizontal alignment over the approved and provided base mapping as well
as prepare exhibits for fast paths, truck turns, and ISD/SSD. In preparing the
15% horizontal alignment designs, KAI will consider the following for the
roundabout:
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Entry geometry to achieve estimated vehicle entry speeds as close
as possible to desired entry speeds of 25 mph or slower.
• Design vehicle turning movement needs and corresponding
adjustments to the roundabout geometry.
I. Identify the design vehicles per movement at the intersections.
II. Conduct the truck turning analysis that will confirm the 15%
horizontal alignment.
• Confirm the design and location of pedestrian and bicycle facilities
approaching, and through the proposed roundabouts.
• Identify intersection sight distance and stopping sight distance
needs to then identify locations where low vs. higher vegetation
consistent with the "Desert Oasis Pallet" is desired at the
roundabouts.
• Prepare preliminary signing and striping concepts. Signing and
striping will be consistent with the 2014 CA Manual on Uniform
Traffic Control Devices. KAI will note the basis of potential
variations in signing and striping concepts.
Prior to completing the final plans, a Landscape Concept Plan will be
prepared based on the roadway and profile plans, site opportunities and
constraints, and project design goals and objectives. The Landscape
Concept Plan will identify the location and extent of all landscape
architecture and related features including bus shelters, pedestrian
lighting, way -finding and street signage, site furnishings such as benches,
waste and recycling containers and bike racks, decorative pedestrian
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pavement, boulders, cobble, crushed rock, decomposed granite, trees,
shrubs and accent planting and irrigation equipment. The plan will include
manufacturer information and cut sheets and photographs and drawings as
necessary to describe the materials and methods of construction to be
used. The Landscape Concept Plan and estimate of probable construction
'+ costs will be presented to the City project manager for preliminary review,
comment and approval. Plan review comments will be incorporated into
the construction plans.
2.7 Right of Way Acquisition (One j Right of Way Oversight
Parcel)
• Preparation of a comprehensive project planning worksheet
designed to ensure all project elements are considered and the
work plan and client's policies are clearly understood.
• Comprehensive initial project planning, including policy and
budget analysis, and participation in informational meetings with
the public and official representatives.
• Tracking and managing all budgetary -related aspects of the project
associated with OPC's Scope of Work.
• Assisting with the development of administrative policies,
procedures, and forms necessary to carry out the initial program.
• Ongoing general consultation and project coordination with the
client, governmental entities, and project team members.
• Preparation of tracking reports that monitor the completion of
project milestones of the various disciplines involved on the
project.
• Preparation and presentation of a monthly status report based on
the agreed -upon guidelines on information to be provided. Confer
with client verbally on general status, problem areas, and
progress.
• Coordinate with federal and state oversight agencies such as
Caltrans and FHWA.
• Subcontracting for and managing any necessary disciplines needed
for the project.
Right of Way Cost Estimate (Environmental Phase)
• Take an inventory of the affected properties for each selected
option.
• Using public Assessor's Roll information, investigate the
ownership, lot size, and building size of each affected property.
• Visually inspect each property (exterior street view) and evaluate
effects of proposed acquisition. List all businesses on each
property and the approximate space they occupy.
• Sort each property into product types to determine the universe
of real estate data sets to research and create valuation data sets
for each product type.
• Prepare an estimate of the probable cost of each full property
acquisition or the cost of each partial acquisition (plus damages)
using the data sets created and utilizing our various real estate
value data bases.
• Prepare an estimate of the immoveable fixtures and equipment
associated with each business property.
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• Prepare an estimate of the total probable loss of business
goodwill attributable to each operating business.
■ Prepare an estimate of the total services and incidental costs
associated with each real estate acquisition program (appraisals,
acquisition and relocation agents, title/escrow, and legal
services).
• Prepare Caltrans Right of Way Data Sheets utilizing Form 17-EX-
21 from the Caltrans Right of Way Manual.
Appraisal Services
• OPC will mail a notification letter and acquisition policies brochure
to the property owner requesting permission to conduct an on -site
inspection of the property, advising them of their right to
accompany the appraiser at the time of the inspection, and
requesting information regarding the property appraised which
could influence the appraised value.
• Appraiser will review title information pertaining to respective
ownerships and will review drawings and other pertinent
information relative to the parcel.
• Appraiser will inspect each property personally with the owner (if
possible) and document the inspection with photographs for use in
the report.
Appraiser will inventory all improvements affected by the
proposed taking, including notes on their manner of disposition
(i.e., pay -for and remove vs. move back).
• Appraiser will perform market research to support the selected
appraisal methodologies and will document and confirm
comparable sales information.
• Appraiser will prepare a narrative appraisal report that conforms
to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice
(USPAP). The appraisal study and report are intended to serve as
an acquisition appraisal and will be prepared in a summary format
consistent with the specifications for narrative appraisal reports.
Appraisal Review
• Appraisal review work will be performed under the requirements
of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice
(USPAP) and the Code of Ethics of the Appraisal Institute.
• Gather relevant data regarding the appraisal review assignment,
such as project plans. Read the appraisal report under review
thoroughly. Gather any outside information necessary to complete
the review process.
• In the case of a field review, conduct an inspection of the property
and comparable data used in the appraisal assignment. Collect any
pertinent backup data that may shed light on the market data
used. Check the appraisal report for mathematical correctness.
• Conduct a review of the appropriateness of the methodology, the
accuracy of the data and the application of the approaches to
value used in the appraisal. Make reference to the correct edition
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of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice
(USPAP) and the Caltrans Right of Way Manual, as applicable.
• Interface with the real property appraiser regarding any concerns
and/or request corrections that may be necessary to insure report
compliance.
• Complete the appraisal review report and review certificate.
Proofread and check for mathematical correctness. Administrative
staff generates report copies and transmits them to client.
• Additional days may be necessary for complex assignments
involving severance damages and/ or unique property types.
Delivery timing is highly dependent on a quick turnaround for any
comments to the appraiser, with 48 hours anticipated in the above
schedule.
Right of Way Acquisition
• Establish and maintain complete and current ownership files in a
form acceptable to the client.
• Receive and analyze title information, approved appraisal reports,
and legal descriptions in sufficient detail to negotiate with
property owners and other parties.
• Prepare all offer letters, summary statements, and lists of
compensable items of fixtures and equipment, in accordance with
state or federal regulations and approval of client.
• Present written purchase offers to owners or their representatives
in person, when possible. Secure receipt of delivery of offer as
practical and present and secure tenant information statements,
as applicable.
• Notify relocation agent of initiation of negotiations within 2
business days and provide appraisal information, occupant contact
information, and tenant information as necessary.
• Follow-up and negotiate with each property owner, as necessary;
prepare and submit recommended settlement justifications to
client for review and approval; review any independent appraisal
secured by property owner; and coordinate reimbursement of
appraisal fees (up to $5,000) with client. Ongoing negotiations and
settlement discussions will continue for 8 weeks after the initial
offer or if settlement or impasse is reached sooner.
• Prepare and assemble acquisition contracts, deeds, and related
acquisition documents required for the acquisition of necessary
property interests. Legal descriptions to accompany easements or
to accompany partial acquisition deeds are not included in this
Scope of Work.
• Maintain a diary report of all contacts made with property owners
or representatives and a summary of the status of negotiations
indicating attitude of owners, problem areas, and other pertinent
information. Copies of all applicable written correspondence will
be maintained in files.
• Prepare an impasse letter for any parcel where, after diligent
attempts to settle by negotiation, it appears eminent domain will
be needed or prudent to acquire the needed interest.
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Transmit executed acquisition documents to client. Each
transmittal package shall include a fully executed and properly
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notarized deed(s), fully executed acquisition contract with
attachments and a brief settlement memorandum which
summarizes the pertinent data relative to the transaction.
If by Negotiated Settlement: Assist the escrow/title company
in the following:
• Open escrow and coordinate execution of closing instructions
providing for title insurance coverage at the settlement
amount.
• Provide escrow officer with fully executed acquisition contract
and notarized deed.
• Review settlement statement for accuracy.
• Coordinate deposit of acquisition price and estimated closing
costs with escrow.
• After the closing, review the title insurance policy for
accuracy.
• Prepare and mail a letter to County Assessor requesting
cancellation of taxes if appropriate.
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• Prepare a letter for the client signature, to eminent domain
counsel requesting proceeding to condemnation.
• Provide eminent domain counsel with available right of way
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maps and legal descriptions, preliminary title reports and title
review documents, and information on how to contact each
owner or interest holder.
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• Provide eminent domain counsel with a duplicate copy of the
parcel file, together with a copy of the appraisal, offer to
purchase, correspondence, acquisition contract, and deed as
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eminent domain counsels' use. Title company fees (based on
the value of the interest required) are additional.
Right of Way Certification
• Attend certification planning meeting with client's Right of Way
Local Assistance Coordinator and Project Team.
• Prepare real estate components of right of way data sheet and
provide current and escalated costs for acquisition and relocation;
incorporate engineers' construction and utility information as
provided to OPC.
Verify appraisal maps/right of way maps and legal descriptions are
all properly identified and prepared in conformance with approved
right of way numbering system.
• Prepared utility relocation sections as required for completion of
certification form including compiling utility notices and submittal
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• Ensure that all interests necessary for the project have been
secured and all relocation activities have been performed in
compliance with applicable law and regulations.
• Prepare certification forms in coordination with engineer and
client to include the compilation of all necessary back-up
documents required including; deed, final order of condemnation,
access easements, cooperative agreements, permits, right of
entries, etc.
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• Attend and coordinate pre and post -audit submittal meetings.
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2.8 Mapping and Legal Exhibit
Michael Baker will provide right-of-way mapping services in support of the
Right of Way Acquisition and Appraisal services. The following tasks will be
performed:
• One (1) plat and legal description describing permanent parcel
acquisition of said property will be prepared
TASK 3.0 DESIGN PHASE
3.1 Final Design Drawings
All plan types shall be completed in conformance with City standards. Plans
will be submitted to the City for review and approval for each specified
Deliverables:
milestone (percent complete) submittal. The following plans are
65% PS&E
anticipated to be included:
• 90% PS&E
• 100% PS&E
■ Title Sheet;
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• Typical Cross -Sections;
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• Construction Details,
• Roundabout Civil Plan;
• Drainage Plan;
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• Electrical / Lighting Plan.
( It is assumed that the SWPPP and any traffic control, stage construction
and/or detail plans will be prepared by the Contractor for review and
approval by the City.
Each submittal shall include updated cost estimate and special provisions.
Plans will be prepared at scale 1"=20' (unless otherwise noted)
3.2 Existing Utility and Removal Plan Existing utilities identified from our research and coordination effort will be
incorporated into the plan set and labeled by size, type, and material (as
t provided by the record information). Removal items, limits of work, and
L items to be protected in -place will also be identified on these set of plans.
{ 3.3 Roadway Plan and Profile Roadway Plan and Profile will be prepared incorporating survey
information defining the limits of work, design of curb and gutter, sidewalk,
pedestrian ramps, pavement improvements, roundabout layout, utility
adjustments, right-of-way, and median improvements.
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s alignment study. Plans will be prepare double -loaded and in compliance
with State traffic standards.
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3.5 Traffic Signal Modification
Traffic Signal Modification plans will be prepared to address lane
configuration changes at the signalized intersection to remain at Calle
Tampico & Washington Street. It is anticipated that loop detectors,
crosswalks, and pedestrian controls will be adjusted to conform to the
proposed improvements. Traffic signal removal plans will be prepared for
the four (4) intersections proposed to be converted from traffic signals to
roundabouts.
3.6 Storm Drain and Plan and Profile
Michael Baker will perform Hydraulic and Hydrological calculations to
properly size the proposed drainage inlets, required to intercept surface
stormwater flow for this project. The drainage study will be prepared in
correlation with the final design documents. For purposes of this proposal,
it is anticipated that changes to the existing inlet structures at the five
proposed roundabouts will be required. New lateral connections and inlets
will be installed. The plans will include storm drain plan and profile, and
details related to the proposed facilities.
Street Lighting improvements for this project will consists of safety lighting
3.7 Street Lighting
required at the proposed roundabouts. Light pole layouts will be
determined through a photometric analysis and confirmed with the City
prior to detailed design. It is anticipated that no additional street light
facilities will be required outside of the roundabout influence areas.
Michael Baker will prepare Landscape Planting and Irrigation plans. The
3.8 Landscape and Irrigation Plans
planting plans will indicate the species, quantity, and size of plant material
to be used as well as the median hardscape paving. Plants and hardscape
will be selected to blend with the existing landscaping, comply with the
City's Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance, and meet City standards. A
planting legend and planting details will be included as part of this task.
The irrigation plans will indicate the type of irrigation equipment to be
used, such as the backflow preventer, master valve, irrigation controllers,
pipe, valves, quick -couplers, and bubblers or dripline. The irrigation design
will utilize low water use and water efficient application techniques to be
compliant with the City's Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance.
TASK 4.0 BIDDING PHASE
4.1 Pre -Bid Meeting
Provide bid support services by addressing RFI's; attending the pre -bid
meeting; prepare a single bid addendum; review contractor bids.
Deliverables:
• Attend Pre -Bid Meeting
• RFI Response(s)
TASK 5.0 CONSTRUCTION PHASE
5.1 Respond to Request for
Provide construction support services including attending the pre -
Information
construction and periodic construction meetings; address RFI's; review
revisions.
Deliverables:
• RFI Response(s)
• Record Drawings
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MICHAEL BRUZ, PE I PROJECT MANAGER
Mr. Bruz has 36 years of successful experience in delivering significant and
Years of Experience: 36
innovative transportation planning and design projects. Representative
projects include freeway widenings and interchanges, arterial roadways,
Degrees
local street improvements, complete streets, streetscape improvements,
bicycle facilities and utilities (water and sewer). He is well -versed in the
B.S., Civil and Environmental
standards and procedures often implemented in the desert communities,
Engineering, Michigan State
having worked in the desert for over 25 years. He has participated high-
University
profile projects such as the Date Palm Drive Improvements, through which
he has become extremely knowledgeable about the desert's issues and
Licenses/Certifications
needs. Mr. Bruz has managed numerous multi -discipline teams on important
Professional Civil Engineer, CA
complete streets projects that are markers of the communities in which they
are constructed. Examples of such successes include the Uptown Sedona
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Enhancements (Sedona, AZ) and Rodeo Drive Improvements (Beverly Hills,
CA). Ultimately, he has the ability to combine successful transportation
engineering approaches with the "bigger picture" of community revitalization
and enhancement, making him the ideal
Project Manager for the La Quinta Village Project.
Jefferson Street Widening/Reconstruction Project, La Quinta and Indio, California. Project Manager. Responsible for the
preparation of preliminary engineering (PA/ED) documents and final PS&E for approximately six miles of Jefferson
Street. Initially, the project consisted of developing alternatives to widen Jefferson Street from two to four or six lanes
from Avenue 54 to Indio Boulevard (and eventually to 1-10). The project was developed in phases with the preliminary
engineering and environment document phase of the work lasting approximately 18 months. Following approval and
acceptance of the preliminary documents, work proceeded on preparing the final PS&E for the widening/reconstruction
of Jefferson Street, which included the first roundabout in the Coachella Valley, the purchase and demolition of 13
residential properties and the retrofitting of the Jefferson Street Bridge at the La Quinta Evacuation Channel, the widening
of the Jefferson Street Bridge over the Coachella Canal, and improvement plans for a low flow crossing over the
Whitewater River. This project included extensive multi -agency coordination/approvals as well as an extensive
community involvement process.
Date Palm Drive Improvements, Cathedral City, California. City of Cathedral City. Project Engineer. Responsible for
delivering roadway elements of the project. This multi -phase project included environmental documentation and final
engineering for a 760-foot-long bridge over the Whitewater River Channel and associated roadway improvements
approaching the bridge. The project widened the roadway and bridge from four lanes to six lanes, modified two
intersections and access to five adjacent parcels, seismically retrofit the existing bridge, modified the channel slope lining,
added improvements in the channel bottom to prevent scour, and improved pedestrian / bicycle facilities. Extensive
coordination with adjacent property owners was necessary to acquire both temporary and permanent easements,
including the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) who represented two allotees. Coordination with resource agencies including
Riverside County Flood Control District, Coachella Valley Water District and numerous utility owners was also required.
This Highway Bridge Replacement (HBR) project complied with Caltrans latest 2010 Amendments and Local Assistance
Procedures Guidelines in District 8.
Uptown Sedona Enhancement Project, Sedona, Arizona. Project Manager. Responsible forthis major facelift of the public
infrastructure within the Uptown Area. The Project included extensive public participation (3 community charettes) and
close coordination with City Staff and City Council. The Project also included a traffic analysis, Design Concept Report,
Streetscape Plan and final plans, specifications and estimates including: removals, grading, paving and drainage plans
(including a roundabout), lighting/electrical, signing/striping, landscape/irrigation plans, traffic signal modifications and
construction cost estimates. Close coordination with ADOT and the S.R. 179 Project was also a key component of this
project.
Mid -Valley Parkway Bridge and Roadway Construction, Palm Springs, California. Project Manager. Responsible for the
construction of two miles of arterial roadway. This fast track project included plans for a 1,049-foot bridge, street
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improvements, grading, drainage, landscaping, retaining walls, sound walls, and traffic signals. Extensive coordination was
required with several agencies having jurisdiction within the project limits.
MacArthur Boulevard Widening (S.R. 73), Newport Beach, CA. City of Irvine. Project Manager. Responsible for the
preparation of preliminary engineering (PA/ED) documents and final PS&E for the widening and realignment of
approximately two miles of this key major arterial roadway in Newport Beach. Michael Baker prepared engineering
documents and estimates to assist the City in obtaining relinquishment of the route from Caltrans. Concurrent with the
relinquishment process, Led the development of the final PS&E. The project included stage construction/traffic handling
plans and specifications were completed to minimize impacts to the motorizing public, the residents, ocean vistas and
Fashion Island. Night work, weekend work and other work restrictions were included in the plans and specifications to
accommodate holiday shoppers, beach traffic, noise and other special events. Substantial widening and grading (15' cuts)
presented complex issues to be solved. Overall plans included street improvements, grading, drainage, retaining walls, a
concrete box culvert under crossing (10' x 10'), sound walls, sewer, water and industrial waste line design and relocation,
and extensive coordination with four agencies having concurrent projects within the project limits.
Rodeo Drive Improvements, Beverly Hills, California. City of Beverly Hills. Project Manager. Responsible for the
reconstruction of landscaped median islands and pavement for a three -block reach along what is commonly considered
to be the most famous stretch of roadway in the world. The project was designed and constructed on a very tight schedule
in order to be complete prior to the 1994 World Cup Soccer Tournament. The project included extensive coordination
with the Rodeo Drive Merchants Association and special construction requirements were included in the contract to
minimize disruption to business.
43rd Avenue Intersection Improvements, Glendale, Arizona. Project Manager. Responsible for capacity enhancements
at five intersections (Peoria Avenue, Olive Avenue, Northern Avenue, Glendale Avenue and Bethany Home Road) on one
of the busiest north -south corridors in the City. The intersections are at one mile intervals and improvements included:
additional turn lanes, bus bays, traffic signal modifications, raised medians, utility relocations and construction (water,
sewer, irrigation, electrical, gas, telephone, cable television), landscaping and signing and striping.
16th Street Glendale Avenue Intersection Improvements Design Concept Report and Final Design. Project Manager.
Responsible for the preparation of a Design Concept Report and final design for the improvements to add additional
westbound left turn capacity on Glendale Avenue at the 16th Street Intersection. Extra lane capacity was needed to
smooth the flow of traffic through the intersection due to turn lane traffic backing -up the through lanes during heavy
volume periods.
McCulloch Boulevard Streetscape Project, Lake Havasu City, Arizona. Uptown Lake Havasu / Main Street. Project
Manager. Responsible for landscape architecture. Michael Baker provided design services for improvements to
approximately two-thirds of a mile of McCulloch Boulevard, the "main street" of Lake Havasu City. The work included a
review of existing conditions; development of a comprehensive streetscape enhancement program; and preparation of
streetscape plans, street improvement plans, lighting and electrical plans, and landscape planting and irrigation plans. A
unique aspect of the design was a street lighting system to provide pedestrian -level lighting and event -level lighting for
the annual summertime car show.
Lower Buckeye Road Paving Improvements, 35th Avenue to 43rd Avenue, City of Phoenix, Arizona. Principal -in -Charge.
Mr. Bruz served as Principal -in -Charge responsible for the oversight of plans, special provisions and construction cost
estimates for 1% miles of arterial roadway and storm drain improvements along Lower Buckeye Road from 35th Avenue
to 43rd Avenue and along 43rd Avenue from Lower Buckeye Road to the RID Canal. The project consists of field
topographic mapping, right-of-way acquisition, utility relocation and redesign, paving, curb, gutter and sidewalk
infrastructure and drainage improvements. The project also includes coordination with adjacent property owners.
Power Road Improvements, Maricopa County Department of Transportation, Arizona. Principal -in -Charge. Responsible
for providing professional consulting services to design improvement plans for MCDOT along Power Road from Baseline
to a 1/4 mile south of Guadalupe Road. The work included 220 plan sheets, consisting of paving, street lighting, storm
drain, traffic signal, bridge structural drawings, landscaping, and signing and striping. Coordination for this project involved
several different stakeholders, City of Mesa, Town of Gilbert, MCDOT, and the various utility companies.
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MICHAEL SUTTON, PE I PROJECT PRINCIPAL & QUALITY ASSURANCE
REVIEW
Mr. Sutton's vast, multi -faceted experience makes him an invaluable asset to Years of Experience: 23
the Michael Baker Palm Desert Management Team as well as the team for
the La Quinta Village Complete Streets Project. Mr. Sutton's strengths are in Degrees
on- and off -site planning and design, and street widening projects. As a
Project Manager, he has worked on several public works improvement B.S., 1994, Civil Engineering,
projects for agencies throughout the Coachella Valley, and is very California State Polytechnic
knowledgeable about the infrastructure of the desert communities. Mr. University, Pomona
Sutton has many years of experience working with the staff at the City of La
Quinta and is currently assisting the city with the SilverRock Way Design for Licenses/Certifications
I the SilverRock Project. Mr. Sutton will be responsible for ensuring that the
City's expectations are met and exceeded during the duration of this project, Professional Engineer -Civil,
and that Michael Baker's quality standards are upheld by internal and California, 1997, 57667
external team members, sub -consultant partners, and all individuals involved
in the successful completion of this project.
Eisenhower George and Julia Argyros Health Center, La Quinta, California. Eisenhower Medical Center. Project
Director. Responsible for project oversight. Michael Baker provided engineering and design services for the Eisenhower
George and Julia Argyros Health Center in La Quinta, California. The three story, 90,000-square-foot ambulatory care
center is located on a 10.2-acre parcel and will serve the eastern Coachella Valley with convenient and much needed
services, including an imaging center, physician offices, pharmacy, laboratory, and radiation oncology. Design services
included the preparation of schematic studies, grading and drainage plans, utility plans, horizontal control plans, a PM-10
plan, and a stormwater prevention plan. The project required close coordination with all local agencies, including the City
of La Quinta, the Coachella Valley Water District, Imperial Irrigation District, Riverside County Fire Department, Southern
California Gas Company, and Verizon.
Bob Hope Drive and Dinah Shore Drive Street Improvements, Rancho Mirage, California. Agua Coliente Band of
Cahuilla. Project Manager. Served as Project Manager for the Bob Hope and Dinah Shore Widening Project. Michael
Baker provided engineering services for the widening of Bob Hope Drive and Dinah Shore Drive. The project consisted of
approximately 9,000 feet of roadway widening of the five -lane roadways to six lanes with a median. The project also
included demolition and construction of left turn pockets at the intersection.
Highway 111 from Plaza Way to San Marcos Avenue, Palm Desert, California. City of Palm Desert. Engineering
Manager. Responsible for civil engineering. Michael Baker provided engineering services for the Highway 111 Plaza Way
to San Marcos Widening Project, which involved street widening, utility relocation, and intersection improvements. The
project consisted of approximately 2,600 feet of roadway widened to ultimate street width, the design of 1,100 feet of
storm drain, and location and conflict resolution of multiple existing utilities. Because of the extensive history of Highway
111, many of the utilities within the street were undocumented, requiring extensive potholing. Michael Baker was
responsible for surveying; preparation of plans, specifications, and probable cost estimates for street improvements;
storm drain improvements; modification of two traffic signals; traffic signal interconnect system; signing and striping; and
staged construction and traffic control. The project was contracted with the City of Palm Desert, but also required close
coordination with Caltrans District 8, as Highway 111 is within Caltrans right-of-way. The plans were processed and
reviewed by the City of Palm Desert and Caltrans. Much of the street fronted on commercial areas, which necessitated
close coordination with local businesses.
Highway 111 Widening San Marcos to Larkspur Way, Palm Desert, California. City of Palm Desert. Project Manager. The
project consisted of approximately 2,200 feet of roadway widened to ultimate street width. The project was contracted
with the City of Palm Desert, but also required close coordination with Caltrans due to Highway 111 being within Caltrans
right-of-way. The plans were processed and reviewed by The City of Palm Desert and Cal Trans. Much of the street fronted
on commercial areas causing the need for close coordination with local businesses.
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JEREMY FRANZINI, PLA I LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
Mr. Franzini has been responsible for the design of numerous public works
Years of Experience: 21
and transportation projects throughout California, including in the Coachella
Valley. He has completed projects involving decorative architectural
Degrees
treatments as well as complex landscaping and irrigation systems. Projects
have been for scenic highway corridors, freeway interchanges, parkways and
M.L.A., 1996, Landscape
medians for arterial and public streets, water quality basins and erosion
Architecture, Texas A&M University
control projects. He prepared the designs for important downtown
streetscapes in the desert communities including Downtown Coachella. He is
B.S., 1993, Environmental Studies,
knowledgeable about preferred desert landscaping, and is exceptionally
University of California at Santa
qualified to design an aesthetically pleasing Desert Oasis environment while
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accommodating the functionality required of a road diet.
Licenses/Certifications
South Garfield Avenue Specific Plan and Streetscape Improvements,
Monterey Park, California. City of Monterey Park, Landscape Architect
Landscape Architect, California,
responsible for the Streetscape Master Plan and final construction
2001, 4514
documents. Michael Baker provided pedestrian and bicycle planning, urban
design guidelines, and parking and zoning analysis for preparation of a
Specific Plan that addresses the future use and intensity of development
along an urban village area. The area will be station location for the Gold Line LRT Extension. The plan addresses future+
mixed -use, parking, and densities to better prepare the area for embracing transit and benefiting from transit -oriented
development opportunities. Immediate improvements include better aesthetics
and place -making design as well as
improvements to incorporate Complete Streets elements, including improved tree canopies, pedestrian connectivity,
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sidewalk dining, and separated bicycle facilities.
Rancho Las Flores Park Master Plan - Phase 1, Coachella, California. City of Coachella. Landscape Architect. Responsible
for the Park Master Plan, park design, and final plans, specifications, and estimates. Michael Baker provided a
comprehensive park master plan for a 29-acre undeveloped park site and final construction drawings to implement the
first phase for 15 acres of the park in the City of Coachella. The park was designed to be unique to the City of Coachella
and was influenced by the agricultural history of the region. Additionally, the park features many sustainable design
elements, such as permeable pavers, low water use plant material, drip irrigation, rock mulches instead of groundcover
plants, LED lighting, and site furnishings that used 80 percent recycled materials. The park was designed to appeal to as
many of the recreational needs of the community as possible. Creating new soccer fields was the priority, but the
amenities included new baseball fields, a football field, an amphitheater, a playground, a splash pad water play area,
basketball courts, a sand volleyball court, a walking trail, exercise stations, group picnic areas with barbecues, drinking
fountains, rest room and concession buildings, and a new Community Center.
La Entrada Specific Plan, Coachella, California. PSAV, LLC. Landscape Architect. Responsibilities included landscape
architecture. Michael Baker prepared the Delineation of Jurisdictional Waters for the 2,200-acre La Entrada Specific Plan
Project, located in the City of Coachella, California. The La Entrada Specific Plan consists of a master planned residential
community will include three village areas with mixed -use community cores, significant sustainability elements, and a
robust parks and open space plan.
Alessandro Boulevard Median (Indian Street to Perris Boulevard), Moreno Valley, California. City of Moreno
Valley. Landscape Architect. Responsibilities included landscape architecture. Michael Baker provided environmental
clearance, final design, and construction support services for Alessandro Boulevard Median improvements. The project
was funded under federal Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) as a Local Assistance project overseen by Caltrans.
The safety improvement project addressed traffic and pedestrian safety issues. Work items included design of raised
median, turn pockets, traffic signal modifications, striping and signage, landscaping, new lane configurations, Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance, and environmental CEQA and NEPA documents.
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ALAN ASHIMINE I NEPA / ENVIRONMENTAL
Mr. Ashimine prepares environmental and planning studies for public and Years of Experience: 17
private sector clients under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
ti and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Mr. Ashimine utilizes his Degrees
experience to manage and author environmental documentation, often
incorporating the results of complex technical documentation to B.A., 2000, Environmental Analysis
substantiate conclusions within the document. Mr. Ashimine has also and Design, University of California
successfully prepared environmental documentation for a range of highly at Irvine
controversial projects subject to scrutiny by the general public,
environmental organizations, and public agencies. Mr. Ashimine focuses on
environmental documentation for local and regional transportation projects.
He has managed a range of highly technical CEQA/NEPA studies for locally -funded roadways, Federally -funded roadways
through Caltrans Local Assistance, and projects on the State Highway System. His work includes a range of projects in the
Coachella Valley, and has established successful working relationships with environmental planning staff at Caltrans
District 8.
C-) State Route 86/Avenue 50 Interchange Improvements, Coachella, California. TranSystems. Project Manager. Managing
preparation of the environmental document. As a subconsultant to TranSystems, Michael Baker is currently assisting the
City of Coachella with preparation of environmental documentation for the SR-86/Avenue 50 Interchange Improvements.
C' The effort includes preparation of a joint Initial Study/Environmental Assessment (IS/EA), with Caltrans District 8 serving
-_ as the CEQA/NEPA lead agency. Michael Baker's scope of work includes preparation of a full range of technical studies,
including air quality, noise, biology, hydraulics, community impacts, and cultural resources, among others.
Folsom Boulevard Complete Street Rehabilitation Project, Sacramento, California. City of Sacramento. Project
Manager. Michael Baker assisted the City of Sacramento with National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) clearance for the
Folsom Boulevard Complete Street Rehabilitation Project. The project proposed a road diet along Folsom Boulevard,
between 65th Street and the Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR), and to the north of United States Route 50 (US-50), to
accommodate new sidewalks, bicycle lanes, and a reduction in the number of vehicular travel lanes. Due to Federal
funding utilized for the project, NEPA clearance was required through the Caltrans District 3 Division of Local Assistance.
Michael Baker prepared a Preliminary Environmental Study (PES) Form supported by a range of various technical studies,
including a Phase I Initial Site Assessment, Visual Impact Assessment Memorandum, and Natural Environment Study -
Minimal Impacts.
Ball Road Sidewalk and Bike Lane Project, Anaheim, California. City of Anaheim. Environmental Specialist. Managed the
preparation of the environmental document. Michael Baker assisted the City of Anaheim with preparation of a
Preliminary Environmental Study (PES) Form and Categorical Exclusion (CE) for the Ball Road Sidewalk and Bike Lane
Project. Funding through the Federal Safe Routes to School Program, the project included improvements to an
approximately 0.5-mile segment of Ball Road, within the western portion of the City. Proposed improvements included
the construction of a sidewalk within a portion of the site and bike lanes along both sides of Ball Road along the entire
alignment. Michael Baker processed NEPA environmental clearance documentation (including a Phase I Initial Site
Assessment) through Caltrans District 12 Local Assistance on an expedited schedule to allow for project construction.
20th Street/Walnut Avenue/Alamitos Avenue Intersection Improvements — NEPA Compliance, Long Beach, California.
City of Long Beach. Project Manager. Responsible for project management. Michael Baker assisted with preparation of
National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance documentation for the 20th Street/Walnut Avenue/Alamitos
Avenue Intersection Improvement Project, in the southern/central portion of the city. A small portion also extended into
the southern portion of the City of Signal Hill. It involved construction of a new four-way signalized intersection, which
included the realignment of Alamitos Avenue, removal of a diagonal portion of East 20th Street, and realignment of East
Wesley Drive. In consultation with city staff, Michael Baker processed NEPA clearance documentation through Caltrans
District 7, including the preparation of several technical studies for a categorical exclusion (CE) document.
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DAN KORAVOS, PE I ROADWAY DESIGN LEAD
Mr. Koravos possesses a diverse civil engineering background obtained by Years of Experience: 36
36 years of experience. He was responsible for all civil engineering aspects of
a given project including engineered conceptual layout, grading, earthwork Degrees
analysis, storm drainage design, sewer design, roadway layout and design,
septic system design, project QA/QC control, project management, B.S., Applied Science & Technology,
regulatory processing and client representation. He has been involved in the Thomas Edison State College
design of numerous residential and commercial projects in the states of
California, Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Mr. Koravos has performed Licenses/Certifications
public works and plan review services for various towns and cities in
California, Massachusetts and New Hampshire. As Director of Subdivision Professional Engineer -Civil,
Engineering at Michael Baker in Irvine, CA, he was responsible for all aspects California, 1983, 36718
of design, permitting and construction coordination on large residential Professional Engineer -Civil,
subdivisions. Massachusetts, 1994, 37752
SilverRock Resort, La Quinta, California. City of La Quinta. Project Professional Engineer - Civil, New
Manager. Serves as the project manager for the entitlement and design of Hampshire, 1991, 08795
the. 5ilverRock Resort. The project consists of over 744 residential units, 140
unit luxury hotel, 200 unit lifestyle hotel, a Conference and Shared Service
Facility and the golf clubhouse facility, all surrounded by the SilverRock
Resort golf course. Work efforts included preparation of the final
construction documents including street, sewer, water and storm drain improvement plans; quantity and cost estimates;
plot plans; rough and precise grading plans; PM-10 Fugitive Dust Plans; Notice of Intent (NO]); Stormwater Pollution
Prevention Plan (SWPPP); Water Quality Management Plan; hydrology and hydraulics; lot exhibits; and final subdivision
maps for the project.
Terra Lago Four Seasons Project, Indio, California. K. Hovnanian Companies of California. Project Manager. Serves as
the project manager for the entitlement and design of the Terra Lago Project in Indio, California. The project consists of
over 820 new active adult residential units and a large 22,000 square foot recreation center. Work efforts included
preparation of the final construction documents including street, sewer, water and storm drain improvement plans;
quantity and cost estimates; plot plans; rough and precise grading plans; PM-10 Fugitive Dust Plans; Notice of Intent (NOI);
Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP); Water Quality Management Plan; hydrology and hydraulics; lot exhibits;
and final subdivision maps for the project.
CarMax Superstore Due Diligence and Site Investigation, Palm Desert, California, Centerpoint Integrated Solutions. Mr.
Koravos serves as manager of the project which included due diligence research; site investigation and evaluation;
meetings with local jurisdictions; review of conceptual site layout, grading, drainage, and utility plans, review of
conceptual landscape plan, other services necessary including any extraordinary requirements and costs associated with
development of the site to complete the due diligence and investigation phase of the project. The purpose of these
services is to identify and quantify any and all of the development and site entitlement requirements and criteria, site
conditions and constraints, on -site and off -site improvements and schedule for Client to prepare a detailed site feasibility
analysis for submittal to Owner. Owner will use this analysis and other considerations to determine whether or not to
proceed with the project.
Hilldale Avenue Roadway Improvement Project, Haverhill, Massachusetts. Responsible for project management, design
and processing through the City of Haverhill and the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection. The project
consisted of the widening, realignment and reconstruction of approximately 7,200 linear feet of roadway and included
roadway design, construction plan preparation, specifications, drainage and utility design.
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BRENDAN DUGAN, PE I ROADWAY DESIGN
Mr. Dugan is experienced in civil and transportation engineering. He has Years of Experience: 11
(� worked extensively with Caltrans, Orange County Public Works, LA County
Sanitation District, and various municipalities on numerous projects Degrees
throughout Southern California. Mr. Dugan's experience includes horizontal
and vertical geometrics, ADA compliance, pavement rehabilitation, B.S., 2007, Civil Engineering,
intersection widening, field reviews, project coordination and management, California State University at
agency coordination, project specification document preparation, and Fullerton
development of construction cost estimates. Mr. Dugan is efficient in
MicroStation, MicroStation InRoads, Bentley Descartes, AutoCad Civil 31), Licenses/Certifications
and AutoTURN.
Professional Engineer - Civil,
15th Street Corridor Bicycle Boulevard, Long Beach, California. City of Long California, 2011, 79075
Beach. Project Engineer. Responsible for working with the Traffic Group to
develop civil engineering improvements to the intersections along 15th
Street in the City of Long Beach in order to upgrade the bicycle usage
elements of the roadway facility. A series of traffic signals and ADA curb ramps were developed to facilitate the city's need
for a "bicycle boulevard." Michael Baker provided preliminary engineering services, community outreach, and final
engineering services for a citywide network of bicycle boulevard projects on local neighborhood roadways. The city's
vision was to be the most bicycle friendly urban city in the nation by providing an environment and culture where cycling
is a safe, viable, and a preferred mode of transportation in their community. The network of bicycle boulevards forms the
backbone of the city's bicycle master plan. The 15th Street Corridor Bicycle Boulevard is a 3.3-mile corridor that travels
[ from Magnolia Avenue at 14th Street; easterly on 14th Street to Long Beach Boulevard; northerly to 15th Street; and
easterly to Pacific Coast Highway (PCH). The project consisted of Class II and Class III bicycle facilities, traffic circles,
( roadway rehabilitation, signage and striping improvements, and traffic signal improvements with bicycle detection.
Los Angeles Avenue Roadway Widening, Moorpark, California. Los Angeles Avenue, LLC. Project Engineer. Tasked with
developing the Geometric Approval Drawing for the widening of Los Angeles Avenue in the City of Moorpark, California.
Significant coordination was required between the City of Moorpark, Caltrans District 7, and Moorpark Studios LLC. to
complete an alignment that met the requirements of the "condition of approval" for the construction of the new movie
studio adjacent to the project site. Improvements included widening the existing two lane facility to a four lane facility,
construction of a new intersection, utility relocations and modifications, ADA compliance, and right -of -Way
acquisition. Michael Baker is preparing the final engineering documents for the road widening and landscape median
along Los Angeles Avenue (State Route 118) in the City of Moorpark.
Technology Drive Extension PS&E. Irvine Community Development Company. Project Engineer. Tasked with the
completion of the design and cost estimates for the Technology Drive Extension Project in the City of Irvine. Coordination
between Caltrans, Metrolink, OCTA, multiple utility companies and the City was invaluable to keep the project
moving. Responsibilities included roadway design, grading, ADA compliance, utility coordination, vertical and horizontal
geometrics, agency and sub consultant coordination. The project was completed and approved plans were issued in early
2015.
Imperial Highway (S.R. 90) "Smart Street" Project, La Habra, Brea, and Placentia, California. Engineer. Responsible for
coordinating modifications to the existing roadway features on Imperial Highway with both Caltrans and multiple local
municipalities. The project required extensive feasibility studies and utility relocations. Tasks included lane capacity
calculations, lane configurations, roadway profiles, utility coordination and relocation, feasibility studies, and various
construction cost estimates. Design elements included lane delineation, curb and gutter layouts and profiles, lane tapers,
lane capacity capabilities, curb ramp modifications, storm drain system design, catch basin inlets, traffic phasing, and
traffic signal modification.
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MARC VIOLETT, PE I SIGNING & STRIPING / LIGHTING & ELECTRICAL
Mr. Violett has performed traffic engineering projects throughout various Years of Experience: 12
cities in the desert communities, and has a deep knowledge of how to work
with the peak and low seasons to best accommodate traffic issues. With Degrees
extensive knowledge of multiple municipalities' design standards, Mr. Violett
has prepared plans, specifications, and estimates, traffic analyses and traffic B.S., 2004, Civil Engineering,
studies for local agencies within the Coachella Valley as well as throughout University of Arizona
Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Diego Counties. Mr. Violett has the
ability to prioritize project schedules and understand project goals through Licenses/Certifications
his excellent communication skills.
Professional Engineer - Civil,
Dune Palms Road and Vista Coralina Lane and Traffic Signal Improvements. California, 2008, 73486
La Quinta, California. City of La Quints. Senior Design Engineer. Responsible
for preparation of PS&E for signing and striping and the traffic signal design
at the intersection of Dune Palm's Road and Vista Coralina Lane. The project
provided a new roadway alignment that provides access to both an existing Desert Sands Unified School District facility
and a new Redevelopment Agency residential and commercial development. The project included traffic data collection
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and signal warrant analysis, utility coordination, design survey, concept plan development, legal and plat preparation for
right-of-way and temporary construction easements, and preparation of final PS&E. The improvements at the intersection
provided a new 8-phase traffic signal, a bus turn out, catch basin relocation and drainage improvements, and extended
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and modified raised medians. Support services were provided to the City during the bid and construction phases.
Gerald Ford Drive and Frank Sinatra Drive Traffic Signal. Palm Desert, California. City of Palm Desert. Senior Design
Engineer. Responsible for a traffic signal design, signing and striping, and related improvements at the Frank Sinatra Drive
and Gerald Ford Drive intersection in the City of Palm Desert, California. Services included utility and electrical service
point coordination, recommendations for traffic signal operation, signal interconnect improvements, median modification
and access ramp improvements, and preparation of final plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E).
City of Coachella Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) Master Plan. Coachella, California. City of Coachella. Project
Traffic Engineer. Responsible for field investigations and inventories at more than 20 intersections within Coachella. Prior
to the field investigation, developed an inventory worksheet to standardize inventories. Documented all existing traffic
signal field elements and infrastructure through photographs and notes. The City of Coachella ITS Master Plan evaluated
the City's existing and recommend future traffic signal, signal communication, and ITS field elements infrastructure needs.
It will serve as guidelines for the development, design, and deployment of the City's Advanced Traffic Management System
(ATMS). The comprehensive ITS Master Plan will be developed on a performance -based, customer -focused approach to
satisfy the capacity desired, and will identify and deploy the most cost-effective and maintainable ITS infrastructure that
will meet local and regional needs. The ITS Master Plan will be a report that will specify the methodology, analysis, and
recommendation of the City's ATMS.
Oso Creek Trails, Laguna Niguel, California. City of Laguna Niguel. Traffic Engineer. Designed traffic signal modification
plan, in -pavement warning lights crosswalk plan, and signing and striping plans related to a multiuse trail adjacent to the
Oso Creek channel and Laguna Niguel train station is accessible to pedestrians, bicyclists, and equestrians. Designed
project specific way -finding signage along the trail. Michael Baker was retained to prepare improvement plans for
the multiuse trails along Oso Creek Channel and roadway improvements to Forbes Road in Laguna Niguel. Alternatives
included concept designs for grade separated crossings at Crown Valley Parkway and various methods of implementing
water quality treatment facilities on site.
Port of Long Beach Signing and Striping, Long Beach, California. Port of Long Beach. Project Manager. Designed signing
and striping plans, specifications and estimates for 26 centerline miles of roadway in POLB. Performed field investigation
gathering existing lane widths, striping types, pocket lengths, and signage. Guided engineering staff to implement proper
striping and signage per the CA MUTCD. Enhanced safety along applicable roadway segments. Managed project
throughout, including sub -consultant, client meetings, and invoicing.
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CHRISTOPHER ALBERTS, PLS I SURVEY/MAPPING
Mr. Alberts has 21 years of combined experience in field surveying and office Years of Experience: 21
mapping. As Project Surveyor, he is responsible for survey support,
calculations, coordination, and supervision of all field and office operations. Degrees
His experience includes ALTA Surveys, boundary, topographic, subdivision,
control, monitoring, 3D modeling and construction surveys. Mr. Alberts is Coursework, San Jacinto College
experienced in using various types of surveying equipment including GPS,
reflectorless total stations, lasers, CAD programs, and surveying and Coursework, General Studies, South
construction and grading software on various platforms. Mr. Alberts sits in Dakota State University
Michael Baker's Palm Desert office, and has provided top-notch survey
services for some of La Quinta's premier projects such as SilverRock Resort. Licenses/Certifications
SilverRock Resort Canal Realignment Improvements, La Quinta, California. Professional Land Surveyor,
Skanska USA Civil. Surveyor. Michael Baker was responsible for canal California, 2008, 8508
improvements including design surveys and base mapping for road crossings
consisting of box culverts, canal lining, and diversion channels to maintain
continuous flows in the canal. The project involved construction layout for
4,800 If of canal, the associated structures and roadway improvements.
Adams Street Bridge, La Quinta, California. City of La Quinta. Surveyor. Michael Baker provided environmental clearance
and oversight of the bridge and roadway improvements for a 440-foot bridge project over the Coachella Valley
R Stormwater Channel. The project replaced the existing low-water crossing with a bridge to provide the city with a more
reliable arterial roadway during inclement weather for the general public and emergency personnel. The project provided
a four -lane roadway and bridge with raised median north of Highway 111 to Westward Ho Drive.
Interstate 10/Jefferson Street Interchange Improvements, Indio, California. Riverside Co. Transportation Dept. Mapping
Specialist. Responsible for mapping. Michael Baker performed environmental and engineering services for the
preparation of the project report (PR), modified access report (MAR), and PS&E for this project. This project will balance
several complex geometric constraints to eliminate the discontinuity of the arterial street through movements within the
interchange. The interchange is included in the 1-10 Corridor Plan, prepared by the Coachella Valley Association of
Governments (CVAG), which requires specific architectural and landscape treatments to the improved or new
interchanges located within the plan. The modifications included replacement and relocation of the Jefferson Street/1-10
overcrossing, additional loop on -ramps, and realignment of Varner Road and Jefferson Street. Michael Baker was
responsible for alternatives analysis and design, environmental investigations, roadway design, traffic studies, drainage
studies, and structure advance -planning studies. Working closely with Caltrans and the City of Indio, Michael Baker
provided a wide range of environmental consulting services. Michael Baker prepared the following studies in support of
a joint initial study -environmental assessment (IS/EA): Visual impact analysis (VIA); noise impact report, per TNAP; initial
site assessment; natural environment study; report -biological assessment, HPSR/ASR/AER; air quality report and CO
hotspot analysis; Section 7 consultation; and Section 106 compliance. In addition, Michael Baker developed the final plans,
specifications, and estimates. Preparation of construction plans included roadway layouts and profiles, bridge plans,
retaining walls, grading, drainage, signing and striping, traffic signal, lighting, and staged construction.
Downtown Indio Infrastructure - Phase 1 Civil Improvements - Design Services, Indio, California. Indio Redevelopment
Agency. Surveyor. Responsible for surveying and construction staking activities. Michael Baker provided full engineering,
planning, urban design, landscape architecture, and construction management services for the revitalization of downtown
Indio. Michael Baker provided a landscape concept plan; final construction plans, specifications, and estimates; and
construction management services. The project included removal of an existing one way street; angled parking, curbs,
and sidewalks; and construction of new traffic calming elements, decorative cross walks, decorative concrete sidewalks,
two alleys with pedestrian alleys, decorative pedestrian lights, street trees, street furniture, landscaping, and irrigation.
Michael Baker also provided traffic and parking studies for the anticipated land use plan and circulation analysis for a
Transportation Center planned for the downtown area.
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JENNA TOME, AICP, IAP2 I OUTREACH SUPPORT
Ms. Tourje is a native of the City of La Quinta who has experience in Years of Experience: 10
overseeing, coordinating, and directing public outreach for both nonprofit
and public -sector clients. Throughout her career, she has worked in Southern Degrees
California to facilitate community visioning and planning processes at a
neighborhood and city level. As a planner, Ms. Tourje is skilled in a number M.U.R.P., 2011, Urban and
of public outreach and facilitation techniques, and is committed to Regional Planning, University of
empowering communities towards meaningful change. Ms. Tourje is California at Irvine
certified by the International Association of Public Participation (IAP2). With
her close ties to the Coachella Valley, Ms. Tourje is familiar with the issues B.A., 2007, International
and needs of the desert communities, and will use her first-hand knowledge Development, University of
to color her public outreach approach for this project. California at Irvine
15th Street Corridor Bicycle Boulevard, Long Beach, California. City of Long Licenses/Certifications
Beach. Public Involvement Coordinator. Responsible for coordinating and
facilitating outreach and engagement activities throughout the life of the Licensed IAP2 Public Participation
project. Michael Baker provided preliminary engineering services, Trainer, 2014
community outreach, and Final engineering services for a citywide network American Institute of Certified
of bicycle boulevard projects on local neighborhood roadways. The city's Planners, 2014, 027398
vision was to be the most bicycle friendly urban city in the nation by providing
an environment and culture where cycling is a safe, viable, and a preferred
mode of transportation in their community. The network of bicycle
boulevards forms the backbone of the city's bicycle master plan. The 15th Street Corridor Bicycle Boulevard is a 3.3-mile
corridor. The project consisted of Class II and Class III bicycle facilities, traffic circles, roadway rehabilitation, signage and
striping improvements, and traffic signal improvements with bicycle detection.
Community Plans Continuum Project, San Bernardino County, California. San Bernardino, County of. Program
Manager. As Group Project Manager, responsible for managing six community plans in San Bernardino County as part of
the larger community planning effort. In addition, responsible for leading the Health Technical Team. As part of the
countywide planning process for the largest county in the U.S., Michael Baker is guiding the development of community
plans for 26 unincorporated communities. Communities range from the San Bernardino Mountains to the Mojave Desert.
The project includes intensive immersion weeks where multiple facilitations teams are immersed in each community
conducting collaborative public workshops. Six group project managers are assigned a number of the 26 plans and are
responsible for utilizing Technical Team experts to facilitate community capacity building, infrastructure and
transportation, land use and urban design, environmental and resiliency, housing, and finance to help develop goals,
objectives, and action plans to address the issues and needs of each community.
Enhanced Mobility and Complete Streets Transition Plan, Laguna Beach, California. City of Laguna
Beach. Planner. Provided writing support and plan structure for the final product. Michael Baker prepared a Complete
Streets transition plan that will provide the policy framework for the city to implement physical and operational changes
to the roadway network to improve conditions for all users including bicycles, pedestrians, transit, and motor vehicles. As
part of the project, Michael Baker conducted an extensive analysis of the existing facilities in Laguna Beach that support
or hinder mobility, including sidewalk locations, street grades, and speed limits. Extensive community outreach, including
an online survey, walk audit, and bike audit, resulted in community identification of issues and opportunities. The final
plan included recommendations to improve mobility citywide.
Village Entrance Project, Laguna Beach, California. City of Laguna Beach. Planner. Responsible for coordinating the
project communication and meetings as well as coordinating public outreach activities. Improvements will include
additional landscaping, a pedestrian/bicycle pathway and an exterior renovation of the historic sewer digester
facility. Michael Baker is providing architectural and engineering services for the planning, design, and construction of
the Village Entrance Project. Michael Baker's services include architecture, landscape architecture, civil and structural
engineering, environmental services, and related professional services.
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ALAN PACE, P.G., C.E.G. I GEOTECHNICAL
Mr. Pace's experience comprises over 27 years of performing and managing
geotechnical and environmental investigations for proposed development of
roads, pipelines and tunnels, landfill improvements, residential/industrial
projects, including groundwater monitoring, well installation and soil and
groundwater sampling for analytical testing. These investigations addressed
the potential effects of adverse geologic conditions (e.g., active faulting,
landslides, slope stability, suitability of fill/foundation materials, depth to
bedrock and groundwater). Mr. Pace has also performed geotechnical
construction management of large earthwork projects involving several
million cubic yards of compacted fills and numerous other types of civil
construction materials. In addition, he has supported geotechnical
engineering staff in performing slope stability analysis, evaluating settlement
of engineered fills and native materials, and evaluating results of
geomechanical testing of rock and soil samples.
Madison Square Project, City of La Quinta, Project Geologist for Geotechnical
Investigation for 9.5 acre project at northwest corner of Highway 111 and
Dune Palms Road.
Years of Experience: 27
Degrees
B.S. Geologic Engineering, 1987,
Colorado State University
Licenses/Certifications
Certified Engineering Geologist,
California, CEG 1952
Professional Geologist, California,
PG 6229
PETRA
Enterprise Way Extension, City of Coachella, Geotechnical Investigation,
Project geologist for the design -level geotechnical investigation for the extension of the Enterprise way between Avenue
54 and Industrial way includes installation of a new water distribution pipeline, a new sewer collection pipeline, and
construction of a new public -access street in order to provide services and access to an important portion of the City's
industrial park.
Jack Nicklaus Drive, City of La Quinta, Project Geologist for roadway distress investigation in PGA West development.
La Entrada — 2200-Acre Master Planned Community, City of Coachella, Active Fault/EIR Support/Preliminary
Geotechnical Investigation, Project geologist for the Active Fault/Preliminarygeotechnical investigation forthe La Entrada
Project including the Extension of Ave 50 through Coachella from Fillmore Street to interstate 10
Desert Lakes EIR — 2400 — Master Planned Community, City of Coachella, Active Fault/EIR Support, Project geologist for
the Active Fault investigation for the Desert Lakes
College of the Desert -East Valley Campus, Community of Mecca, Riverside County -Preliminary Geotechnical
investigation, Project Geologist for a 95-acre new campus for the College of the Desert in Mecca. Critical project elements
included liquefaction from strong motion from nearby San Andreas Fault and corrosive and expansive soils.
• Suncal Adkison Project — Highway 62 Turn Pocket Preliminary Geotechnical Investigation
• Lomas Del Sol EIR — 2400-Acre Master Planned Community, Coachella California
• Orange County Gateway, City of Placentia, Placentia and Anaheim, CA
• Traffic Diversion Tunnel, City of Coronado, Coronado, CA
• X-Park, City of La Quinta, Selected to part of Design Team for Proposed X-Parc Project.
• Planning Area 52 North Geologic Monitoring During Grading, Mission Viejo Company, Aliso Viejo, California
■ Foothill Transit Maintenance Facility, Geotechnical Study, Foothill Transit District, Irwindale, California
• Blixseth Properties EIR - 640-Acre Private Residence, Riverside County
• Mastercraft Homes-Calimesa Springs, Preliminary Geotechnical Investigation and grading observation and
testing.
• Imperial Irrigation District -Substation Expansion — El Centro and Dixieland — Imperial County
Nflch7le $alter
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BRIAN RAY, PE I ROUNDABOUT DESIGN LEAD
Mr. Ray has 31 years of experience in multimodal transportation planning, Years of Experience: 31
traffic engineering, and contextual roadway design. He has performed location
design and engineering evaluations for a variety of corridor studies across the Degrees
U.S. He has also completed a variety of planning projects for rural and urban
roadways that have included location studies and long-range transportation B.S. Civil Engineering, Portland
system plans. Mr. Ray specializes in applying a systems approach in developing State University
transportation solutions. Recently, Mr. Ray led a basic and advanced
Roundabout design training session for four Caltrans Districts across the state Licenses/Certifications
of California. Mr. Ray has been involved in research for the National
Cooperative Highway Research Program to evaluate the performance of Professional Engineer*, AL, AZ,
corridors with roundabouts: NCHRP Report 772. In addition, he has CO, FL, GA, IA, ID, KY, LA, MD,
participated in the Institute of Transportation Engineers' Recommended MN, MS, MT, NM, OH, OR, TX, UT,
Practice Review Panel for "Designing Walkable Urban Thoroughfares: A WA, WI, WY*
Context Sensitive Approach," RP-30A, approved in 2010. K I TT E L S O N
Las Positas Road/Cliff Drive Intersection, City of Santa Barbara, CA. Brian & AS S O C I A H- S
provided long term support to the City of Santa Barbara, CA to consider
intersection control options at the stop controlled, T-intersection of Las
Positas Road and Cliff Drive. Brian provided design support and senior review of an initial evaluation considering signal
and roundabout control strategies. A roundabout was identified as a promising solution and the City and Caltrans,
ultimately, negotiated a jurisdictional transfer of the roadway to the City and the project advanced to final design. Brian
provided senior review and identified modifications during 30% plan review to optimize the roundabout configuration
while meeting storm water quantity and quality requirements. The roundabout geometrics were advanced through 60%
and 100% design and the intersection is scheduled to open in mid-2017.
Cabrillo / Hot Springs Roundabout. Santa Barbara, CA. SBCAG. Brian provided senior oversight for a roundabout peer
review near Highway 101 in Santa Barbara, CA at the junction of Cabrillo Boulevard, Old Coast Highway, Coast Village
Highway, and Hot Springs Road. Brian led the redesign of the original roundabout concept at the direction of SBCAG and
City staff. He led the KAI team in developing a revised conceptual design based on the operational analysis and within
established right-of-way constraints. Brian and the KAI team assisted the Project Team through the revised final design.
Sheldon/Bradshaw Intersection Roundabout Support. Elk Grove, CA. City of Elk Grove. Brian provided project direction
during the preliminary roundabout design phase of the rural Sheldon/Bradshaw intersection project in Elk Grove
California. Brian oversaw work that expanded upon intersection control evaluations and roundabout geometric layouts
KAI prepared as part of the City of Elk Grove: Roundabout Services project. This work was conducted in support of an on-
going environmental evaluation and included developing design sketches for an interim and full build -out roundabout
configuration. Brian developed a phasing scheme for roundabout construction, including strategies and concept sketches
illustrating how traffic flow can be maintained through the intersection during construction. Key design elements included
addressing speed transition needs in advance of the roundabout.
Intersection Control Evaluations, Elk Grove, CA. City of Elk Grove. Brian provided overall project direction to conduct
intersection control evaluations for the Rural Intersections at Bader Road /Bond Road, Sheldon Road / Bradshaw Road,
and Sheldon Road / Waterman Road for the City of Elk Grove, California. He oversaw the traffic signal and roundabout
intersection traffic operations analyses and conceptual design efforts.
Jepson Parkway Roundabout Evaluation. Vacaville, CA. Brian led a team of KAI staff in providing a feasibility study and
roundabout concept design for on the Jepson Parkway. The review effort considered the near term implementation needs
while focusing on an ultimate configuration based on future changes to the arterial network. The roundabout feasibility
evaluation helped validate the feasibility of a roundabout and helped the City advance the roundabout for construction
and implementation.
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JOEY BANSEN, PE ROUNDABOUT DESIGN
Mr. Bansen is active in a variety of transportation planning, evaluation, and Years of Experience: 11
design projects throughout the country, with a focus in preliminary and final
design. His transportation planning and preliminary design experience Degrees
includes roundabout feasibility and preliminary design studies, corridor
preliminary design and concept evaluations, corridor safety and operations B.S., Civil Engineering, University
analysis, interchange functional design studies, and traffic impact analyses. of Portland
Mr. Bansen's final design experience includes leading and preparing plans,
specifications, and estimates (PS&E) for roundabouts, traffic signals, Licenses/Certifications
permanent signing and pavement markings, and construction traffic control
plans. He has been involved with multiple roundabout feasibility studies and Professional Engineer, Oregon*
Inspector -
preliminary designs and is comfortable employing sound functional design ODOT Certified Signal Inspector
principles to produce single -lane and multi -lane roundabout designs both by Oregon
hand sketching and CADD layout. He has also performed a number of K TTELSON
roundabout peer reviews for various public agencies. R S /\SOCl/\ I F_ S)
Holman Highway / S.R. 68 / Highway 1 Intersection Control Evaluation,
Monterey, CA. City of Monterey and the Pebble Beach Company. KAI
conducted an Intersection Control Evaluation (ICE) in support of proposed corridor improvements on S.R. 68 (Holman
Highway) and intersection control improvements at southbound Highway 1 ramp terminals with Holman Highway and
the Pebble Beach Gate at 17 Mile Drive. The purpose of the ICE was to objectively evaluate the implementation of either
signal control or circular yield (modern roundabout) control at the Holman Highway / Highway 1 / 17-Mile Drive
{ interchange. Mr. Bansen supported the Project Team by performing traffic operations analysis for the signalized and
roundabout alternatives, developing roundabout concept designs for interim and ultimate build -out scenarios for both
alternatives, and assisting in the final ICE documentation for the project.
Walnut Lane Circle, Philadelphia, PA. Pennsylvoni Department of Transportation (PennDOT). Mr. Bansen led the design
effort through KAI's on -call roundabout support contract with PennDOT. This task order consisted of the rebuilding of a
single -lane traffic circle in Philadelphia to a more modern roundabout form, and the project will be included as part of the
reconstruction of the historic Walnut Lane Bridge. Improvements include new splitter islands, a regraded central island,
new pedestrian and bicycle features and new signing, lighting and pavement markings. The design incorporated
temporary traffic control staging to maintain traffic in the existing circle during the reconstruction. The final design effort
led by Mr. Bansen included preparing construction plans, specifications, and estimates for all aspects of the improvements
named above, as well as storm drainage modifications and minor water main relocations.
TAMC Regional Intersection / Interchange Control Evaluations, Monterey County, CA. Transportation Agency for
Monterey County (TAMC). KAI is currently working with TAMC on the preparation of ICE. The project includes ICE studies
for 26 intersections, including three interchanges in Monterey County. KAI conducted operational analyses for each of the
26 study intersections to compare a roundabout against other traditional alternatives (a traffic signal for most of the study
intersections). Mr. Bansen led the preparation of conceptual designs for roundabout and traditional intersection
alternatives for approximately half of the project intersections. Designs for each location were prepared over aerial
photography to gauge impacts to private property and environmental features adjacent to the intersections and provide
further intersection benefit/cost and life -cycle cost comparisons for the evaluations.
Roundabout Feasibility Studies. FDOT Districts 1 and 5, Florida. Florida Department of Transportation. Mr. Bansen has
been involved in numerous roundabout feasibility and preliminary design studies for FDOT as part of on -call consulting
contracts through FDOT District 1 and District 5. Mr. Bansen has primarily supported these projects as an analyst and
design lead, performing the traffic operations analysis, developing intersection concept designs, preliminary construction
cost estimates, and assisting in documentation of the roundabout feasibility studies. The design concepts produced are
typically performed over an aerial base or field survey, and provide adequate design detail to effectively determine
impacts to properties, environmental features, utilities, and drainage facilities. The preliminary construction cost
estimates are based on FDOT standard bid items and historical unit costs.
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FRED WISMER, PE I SIGNING & STRIPING / LIGHTING & ELECTRICAL
Fred has a proven ability to determine the most efficient design to satisfy the Years of Experience: 12
public and agency needs for a project. Throughout his 12year career, he has
capably assessed project alternatives, created conceptual layouts, facilitated Degrees
public involvement, and coordinated all permitting requirements. His
experience includes preparing final roadway construction plans, special B.S., George Fox University, 2004
provisions, quantity take -offs, and engineering estimates. For multidisciplinary
projects, he integrates all aspects of design; leads coordination efforts; and Licenses/Certifications
provides construction engineering support. His collaborative approach has
helped deliver millions of dollars' worth of road improvements. Professional Engineer, CA
Cliff Drive -Las Positas Roundabout Design; Santa Barbara, CA. Fred provided Professional Engineer, OR
final design services to prepare the construction plans, specifications, and Professional Engineer, WA
estimates for the intersections of Las Positas Road and Cliff Drive in Santa
Barbara, CA. The design efforts involved coordinating between the 1< drain
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estimates. Fred modified the roundabout conceptual layout for this former
stop controlled tee intersection and led the design team through the
Architectural Board of Review approval and project permit documentation.
Design drawings included the full horizontal and vertical design, signing & striping, layout, and illumination design. In
addition, he provided support through the bidding process and will provide on -going construction engineering support.
Bradshaw Road/Sheldon Road Roundabout Evaluation and Preliminary Design; Elk Grove, CA. For the roundabout at
the intersection of Sheldon Road and Bradshaw Road in Elk Grove, CA, Fred led the design of the geometric layout and
design approval. The approval process included multiple iterations of the roundabout layout based on public involvement
and feedback, the direction from the City of Elk Grove, and coordination with the environment and hydraulic engineers
because there is a creek running underneath the intersection. Additionally, Fred led the team through the signing &
striping design and layout, construction plan development, specifications, and estimate.
Baseline Road Complete Street Improvements; Hillsboro, OR. Baseline Road improvements included adding travel lanes,
bike lanes, sidewalks, and illumination. Fred was lead engineer responsible for designing the roadway, retaining walls,
waterline, sewer relocation, traffic signals, striping layout, and storm drainage conveyance. The project also included river
hydraulics, wetland fill permit, design and construction survey, a land use application, specifications, and construction
cost estimates. This project was one of the first to be permitted under the 2013 SLOPES V (Standard Local Operating
Procedures for Endangered Species) biological opinion.
NW 185th and Springville Improvements; Washington County, OR. The 185' Avenue and Springville Road intersection
improvements project included widening two roadways to the ultimate road cross-section of five lanes per the
Washington County Transportation System Plan. Fred led and coordinated the design effort for signing & striping design,
illumination design, traffic signal design, construction plans, specifications, and construction cost estimates.
NE 28th Ave Complete Street Improvements; Hillsboro, OR. Fred worked with Washington County, the City of Hillsboro,
and TriMet to improve traffic operations along NE 28th Avenue between E. Main Street and 25th Avenue in Hillsboro, OR.
Improvements to the corridor will provide safer pedestrian facilities; bike lanes; a new lighting system and traffic signal;
improved horizontal geometry; upgrade the existing storm water system and maximize water quality treatment for the
entire basin; and widen an existing TriMet light rail crossing to allow for maximum queuing for a future traffic signal at
the next intersection.
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JOHN CUTLER I RIGHT-OF-WAY ACQUISITION
An expert in right-of-way program management, project management, and
project implementation functions, Mr. Cutler has served public and private
agencies since 1968. His experience includes large and small scale right-of-
way projects in all aspects of right-of-way. These services have been provided
to an exclusive list of over 250 agencies, including transportation agencies,
public works departments, counties, cities, redevelopment agencies, school
districts, and numerous other public and private entities. All services have
been provided both as an Agent and a former employee with the California
Department of Transportation (Caltrans). During the past 7 years, Mr. Cutler
has focused his project endeavors in the Coachella Valley and has worked with
nearly every municipal entity on street improvement, bridge, and utility
projects that have recently been implemented throughout the valley.
Dune Palms Bridge Project, La Quinta, CA. City of La Quinta, Provided project
management for this street improvement project that eliminated 5 mobile
homes and minor landscaping from a church property. Included appraisal
services and acquisition services.
Years of Experience: 35
Degrees
B.A., Science in Business/Real
Estate, Sacramento State
University, Sacramento, CA
Licenses/Certifications
Real Estate License, California, No.
00372712
Jefferson Street Improvement Projects- Phases 1 & 2, La Quinta, CA. City of
La Quinta. Provided acquisition and relocation assistance services for the
extension of a regional arterial highway through the City of La Quinta & the City of Indio.
Cathedral Canyon/Whitewater Bridge Project, Cathedral City, CA. City of Cathedral City, Provided project management
for this project that involves the appraisal and acquisition of permanent and temporary easements from approximately
ten parcels of property from both individual and BIA controlled properties. The project also involved title analysis, right
of entry, an initial right-of-way cost analysis, and right-of-way analysis of the project planning activities.
Avenue 44 Bridge Project, Indio, CA. City of Indio, Provided project management for the initial cost estimate for
preliminary design and ordering of title reports. As a result of the proposed new bridge structure and necessary roadway
improvements, a number of properties will require property acquisition of various interests that may include fee simple
and permanent slope and/or temporary easements. Jefferson Street and Varner Road Improvement Project. Provided
project management for the appraisal, acquisition, and escrow coordination services for this project that involves the
improvement of the Jefferson Street and Varner Road intersection along with the intersection improvements near the
entrance to Sun City. The project required the acquisition of street easements, along with a slope easement, for the
subject improvements from three large properties in various stages of development.
Avenue 52/Grapefruit Road Grade Separation Project, Coachella, CA. City of Coachella, Provided project management
and implementation for this project which included the relinquishment of access to a major thoroughfare for numerous
business properties.
7th Standard Road Grade Separation Project, Kern County, CA. County of Kern, Acted as Project Manager to provide
oversight and implementation of a road widening and grade separation; a Caltrans oversight project implemented by
County of Kern, designed/engineered by LAN Engineering.
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MIKE PARKER I UTILITY COORDINATION / AGREEMENTS
Mr. Parker has significant knowledge in effectively communicating technical
information with skills in improving processes, calculating risk management,
and delivering projects on -time while creating solid strategic business
relationships. With over 12 years of Caltrans ROW and Utility Coordination
experience, he has developed strong business relationships with many of the
larger utility companies, many of which currently have license
agreements/easements within railroad right of way. Mr. Parker has built
trusting relationships with utility owners as he "speaks their language". Mr.
Parker recently developed and presented a day -long utility coordination
seminar for the IRWA in central California. He is also well -versed with recent
Buy America legislation.
Date Palm Drive Improvement Project, Cathedral City, CA. Utility Manager.
Mr. Parker was the primary point of contact with the utility owners and
successfully managed the coordination effort between the utility owners and
the Design Team with regards to the project design, potential conflicts,
relocation alternatives, and resolution to conflicts. Mr. Parker oversaw all
Years of Experience: 25
Degrees
B.A., Science in Business
Administration (Marketing
Emphasis) Sacramento State
University, Sacramento, CA.
Associate of Arts, Santa Rosa
Junior College, Santa Rosa, CA
reports and plans, including the Right of Way Data Sheets, cost estimates,
Report of Investigation, Relocation Claim Letters and Notice to Owners to
relocate utilities. Mr. Parker also assisted in obtaining permits, licenses, and ensured all easement and property rights
were properly conveyed to the utility owners.
Palm Avenue and Laurel Street Projects, San Bernardino, CA. San Bernardino Associated Governments (SANBAG), Acted
as Utility Manager for two grade separation projects in San Bernardino County. Prepared notices, coordinated with utility
companies, developed status reports, identified property rights issues, and developed utility portion of the R/W
certification documents.
1-215 Central Widening, Riverside County, CA. Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTQ, As Utility Project
Manager, arranged to have utilities relocated prior to or during construction. Prepared Notice to Owners, Utility
Agreements, Federal Authorization forms, Reports of Investigation, and utility portion of the R/W Certification. Identified
property rights issues and coordinated R/W mapping, appraisal, and acquisition of utility or temporary construction areas
to accommodate utility relocation. Determined costs related to the relocation of utilities and identified what portion of
the costs would be borne by the Utility Owner, or the Project, or both.
San Bernardino and East Bay BRT, San Bernardino, CA. AC -Transit, As Utility Project Manager, arranged to have utilities
relocated prior to (and/or during) the construction of project. Prepared Notice to Owners, Utility Agreements, Federal
Authorization forms, Reports of Investigation, and the utility portion of the R/W certification. Coordinated meetings with
utility owners and Design Team to identify conflicts, create relocation plans and resolve liability issues.
1-15/1-215 Devore Interchange Project, Devore, CA. San Bernardino Associated Governments (SANBAG). The project adds
one lane and truck -bypass lanes in both directions. As Utility Manager, intimately involved from the on -set of the project.
Developed a cost estimates based on several different design alternatives. Organized meetings and worked closely with
Caltrans and SANBAG to develop potholing plans. Coordinated potholing effort and identified each utility potholed.
Coordinated the right of way mapping, appraisal, and acquisition of required utility and/or temporary construction areas
to accommodate the relocation of utilities. Prepared Notice to Owners, Utility Agreements, Joint Use Agreements,
easement language related to utilities, Reports of Investigation, and the utility portion of the R/W certification. Currently
managing the relocation of utilities during the construction phase of this design -build project.
1-215 Bi-County HOV Project. This project added carpool lanes in both directions and interchange improvements. As Utility
Project Manager, arranged to have all utilities relocated. Tasks included Preparing Notice to Owners, Utility Agreements,
Federal Authorization forms, Reports of Investigation, easement documents, Joint Use Agreements, authorization and
payment from utility owners and the utility portion of the R/W certification.
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PETE CASTELAN I UTILITY COORDINATION / AGREEMENTS
Mr. Castelan is a Senior Utility Coordinator with almost 15 years of experience. Years of Experience: 28
On past projects he has coordinated utility designs, relocations, contracts,
easements and installations. Mr. Castelan has prepared utility and site Degrees
improvement cost estimates and prepared conceptual utility designs in
coordination with large utility companies. With a strong background in diverse B.A., Business, California State
utilities, Mr. Castelan brings a wealth of technical and practical experience to University, Fullerton
the table. He works successfully with property owners and public agency
representatives to provide workable solutions on their projects.
Date Palm Bridge Widening over the Whitewater Channel Project, Cathedral
City, California. Cathedral City/Michael Baker. This project required working P
with utility owners within the project area to coordinate relocation designs,
replacement installation rights, utility agreements, notice to owners, and
other documents required for project certification purposes. Utilities owners
included: Edison, Verizon, Time Warner, Coachella Valley Water district, and the Desert Water Agency. The City of
( Cathedral City intends to widen the bridge on Date Palm Drive in addition to street improvements, retaining walls, and
other miscellaneous utility work.
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( Laurel Street Grade Separation project. Coordinated Utility Agreements between SANBAG and Utilities for Rule 20 and
existing underground relocations. Utilities included Edison, AT&T, City of Colton Electric, Sprint, Next G, and Time Warner.
{ This project involves the construction of a bridge to separate vehicles and pedestrians on Laurel Street from rail traffic
along the Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) railroad tracks.
i Barton Road Bridge Project, San Bernardino County, California. San Bernardino Associated Governments
(SANBAG). Coordinate utility as-builts. Work with Caltrans to identify utility conflicts and coordinate associated pothole
work to verify conflicts. Work with utility companies and Caltrans to produce relocation designs. Work on right of way
issues associated with parcel acquisition and utility relocation work. Initiate utility agreements and liability determination
and Coordinate utility information associated with Caltrans certification.
Devore Interchange Improvement Project. Coordinated meter and cable removals for project acquired properties. The
project proposes to add one lane and truck -bypass lanes in both directions, reduce unsafe traffic movements, and improve
local connectivity, using the design -build delivery method.
Oso Parkway Bridge Project, Mission Viejo, California. The Foothill/Eastern Transportation Corridor
Agency/CalTrans/County of Orange. Coordinate relocation claim letters and liability determination. Coordinate relocation
designs and utility agreements.
1-405 Widening Project, Orange County, California. Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA). Providing research
for existing utilities prior rights and cost liabilities. Coordinating with project utilities and research Caltrans files. OCTA, in
cooperation with Caltrans, is proposing to widen the 1-405 between SR-73 and the 1-605 through a design -build delivery
method.
1-215 Central Widening Project, Perris, California. Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC). Provided utility
relocation coordination for freeway widening from 4-6 lanes from Scott Road to Nuevo Road. Arranged to have utilities
relocated prior to or during the construction of project. Prepared Notice to Owners, Utility Agreements, Federal
Authorization forms, Reports of Investigation and the utility portion of the Right of Way Certification. Coordinated
meetings with utility owners and Caltrans Design Team to identify conflicts, create relocation plans and resolve liability
issues. Identified property rights issues and coordinated right of way mapping, appraisal and acquisition of required utility
or temporary construction areas to accommodate the relocation of utilities. Determined costs related to the relocation
of utilities and identified what portion of those costs would be borne by the Utility Owner or the Project or both. Utilities
include Edison, Sunesys, Gas Company, Time Warner, Verizon and Southwest Water and Sewer Co.
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SHERRI GUST, RPA I CULTURAL STUDIES (AS -NEEDED)
Ms. Gust has expertise in conducting technical studies and preparing project -
related Historic Property Survey Report (HPSR), Archaeological Survey Report
(ASR), Historical Resources Evaluation Report (HRER), Paleontological
Identification Report (PIR), Paleontological Evaluation Report (PER), and
mitigation planning documents. She has performed this type of work on a
variety of projects throughout the Coachella Valley area including on the Date
Palm Drive Bridge Widening. She is knowledgeable of the processes and
procedures required to obtain NEPA, NHPA Section 106 and CEQA
environmental approvals through Caltrans. She is accepted as a principal
investigator for both prehistoric and historical archaeology by the State Office
of Historic Preservation's Information Centers. She has special expertise in the
identification and analysis of fossil bone.
I-S/La Novia Avenue/Valle Road Intersection Improvements Project, San
Juan Capistrano, California. Caltrans District 12/City of San Juan Capistrano.
Principal Investigator. Background research, Cultural Resources Technical
Report, Initial Study Cultural Resources Section. Sub to Michael Baker.
Date Palm Drive Bridge Widening, Cathedral City, Riverside County, CA.
Caltrans District 8. Principal Archaeologist. Conducted cultural studies,
including survey, and completed an ASR and a narrative HPSR. Sub to Michael
Baker.
Years of Experience: 36
Degrees
MS, Anatomy (Evolutionary
Morphology), University of
Southern California, Los Angeles
BS, Anthropology (Physical),
University of California, Davis
Licenses/Certifications
110
Register of Professional
Archaeologists
Orange County -certified
Archaeologist and Paleontologist
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CA
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PALEONTOLOGY ARCHAEOLOGY HISTORY
Palm Springs Signal, Palm Springs, Riverside County. Caltrans District 8.
Principal Archaeologist. Performed archaeological and historical resources assessment, submitted an ASR and HPSR for
34 proposed traffic signal improvement locations. Sub to Michael Baker.
Gene Autry Way Rehabilitation, Anaheim, Orange County, CA. Caltrans District 12. Principal Paleontologist. Provided
paleontological resources sensitivity training, mitigation monitoring, and reporting for the westward expansion of Gene
Autry Way. Sub to C.C. Meyers.
High Desert Corridor/ SR-138 Widening, Los Angeles and San Bernardino Counties, CA. Caltrans District 7/La Metro.
Principal Investigator. This project proposed by Caltrans and Metro involves construction of a new, approximately 63-mile
long, east -west freeway/expressway and rail line between SR-14 in Los Angeles County and SR-18 in San Bernardino
County. Managed intensive -level pedestrian survey, prepared a Historic Property Survey Report, Historical Resources
Evaluation Report, Archaeological Survey Report, Extended Phase I Testing Report, and Finding of Effect and a combined
Paleontological Identification and Evaluation Report. Cogstone conducted Phase II/III testing and data recovery at the
three sites that will be directly impacted by the project. A previous consultant performed record searches and surveys
and prepared draft documents which were rejected by Caltrans headquarters. Cogstone revised the documents and
conduct supplemental work. This required supplemental record searches, site revisits, research (particularly for built
environment resources). The work requested SHPO concurrence with determinations for 46 buildings, 19 historical
archaeology sites, seven prehistoric sites and four multicomponent resources. SHPO concurred that three prehistoric
resources and one multicomponent linear resource were eligible for listing on the NRHP and that 51 resources were not
eligible. Caltrans and SHPO agreed to phased determinations of eligibility for 20 resources and one proposed new
National Register District. Compliance with Section 106 of the NHPA and CEQA are required.
1-15/La Mesa/Nisqualli Road Interchange Improvement Project, Victorville, San Bernardino County, CA. Caltrans District
8. Project Manager and Principal Archaeologist. Oversaw Phase I archaeological survey, record search, and Native
American consultation; prepared supplemental Archaeological Survey Report (ASR), and Historic Property Survey Report
(HPSR). Sub to Parsons Brinckerhoff.
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