Proposal - RY+AO
Request for Proposals / Qualifications
2025 PARKING STUDY FOR THE VILLAGE BUILD-OUT
PLAN AREA OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA
September 12, 2025
ry-aoarchitects.com
1.COVER LETTER 3
2 FIRM BACKGROUND, QUALIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE 4
3.REFERENCES 13
4.FEE SCHEDULE 14
5.COMPLEMENTARY SERVICES 16
6.STAFFING AND PROJECT ORGANIZATION 17
7.SUBCONTRACTING SERVICES 18
8.DISCLOSURES 19
9.EXPLANATION OF METHODOLOGY 20
10.ATTACHMENTS 26
11.APPENDIX 29
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Dear Ms. Flores,
On behalf of RY+AO and subconsultant Kimley Horn, we are pleased to submit
our proposal for the 2025 Village Parking Study. We recognize the Village
Commercial District’s importance as the cultural and economic heart of La
Quinta and share the City’s goal of developing a parking strategy that
addresses current deficiencies, anticipates future growth, and preserves the
Village’s unique character.
Our team brings unmatched expertise in parking analysis, urban design, and
municipal planning—backed by Kimley Horn’s local presence in City of La
Quinta that ensures responsive support throughout the study. Kimley-Horn’s
leadership in data-driven parking analysis, CEQA compliance, and cost
estimating is complemented by RY+AO’s deep knowledge of local zoning, land
use, and ongoing projects with the City of La Quinta. Current City projects
such as the Public Works Maintenance & Operations Yard, City Hall
Drainage Improvement Project, and X-Park ADA Improvements
demonstrate our strong working relationship and ability to deliver results that
meet City priorities. Together, we offer a proven partnership that combines
technical rigor with direct understanding of La Quinta’s needs.
Our methodology is rigorous yet practical. We will employ drone technology,
GIS integration, and cloud-based data collection tools to capture parking
utilization and circulation patterns and translate them into heatmaps and
baseline assessments. From there, we will review development standards,
forecast demand using the ULI Shared Parking Model, and evaluate the City’s
in-lieu fee program to ensure compliance with the Mitigation Fee Act. Our
recommendations will be implementable, financially feasible, and supported by
detailed cost estimates for both near-term and long-term strategies.
Collaboration with City staff will remain central throughout the process to
ensure findings are validated and aligned with broader planning goals. Our
commitment is to deliver a Parking Management Master Plan that not only
resolves capacity challenges but also enhances accessibility, sustainability, and
the Village’s long-term vitality.
In compliance with the RFP, we affirm that all information and pricing in this
proposal is valid for ninety (90) days from submission and that our team
members are free of conflicts of interest. We note that we may have
comments regarding the City’s standard contract; however, we have
successfully executed agreements with the City on prior projects and are
confident in reaching mutually acceptable terms.
We appreciate your consideration and look forward to the opportunity to
continue our partnership with the City of La Quinta in shaping a parking
management plan that supports the Village’s vitality and long-term growth.
Sincerely,
RY+AO
Jianshan Liang, Principal
September 12, 2025
City of La Quinta
Cheri Flores
Interim Design and
Development Director
78495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, CA 92253
RE: Request for Proposal
| RFP/RFQ - 2025 Village
Parking Study
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CORPORATE OFFICE
CRITICAL FACILITIES
EDUCATION
HEALTHCARE
PUBLIC UTILITIES
SCIENCE + TECH
731 South Highway 101, Suite 1M
Solana Beach, CA 92075
714.224.3605
ry-aoarchitects.com
2.FIRM BACKGROUND, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
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COMPANY INFORMATION
(a)Number of years in business: 37 years since its founding as RY+A in 1988, merging with AO in 2022.
(b)Taxpayer ID No.: 86-0603949
(c)Number of years performing Design Service: Richard Yen — 37 years as an MBE owner;
Jianshan Liang — 2 years as WMBE owner under RY+AO
(d)Firm ownership: RY+A (dba RY+AO) formed and incorporated in Arizona in 1988. Today, the firm is
co-owned by founder, Richard Yen, Architect, and Jianshan Liang, Architect.
(e)RY+AO is a strategic partnership formed in 2022 between Richard Yen & Associates with renowned
architecture firm, AO.
Headquarters:731 South Highway 101, Suite 1M,
Solana Beach, CA 92075
Other offices: Orange County, Silicon Valley, Oakland,
Atlanta, New York, Orlando
DESIGNING EXCELLENCE, BUILDING PARTNERSHIPS, AND SHAPING COMMUNITIES
RY+AO is a strategic partnership between Richard Yen & Associates (RY+A), a certified Minority Business
Enterprise (MBE), and AO, a leading full-service architecture firm. This collaboration unites RY+A’s deep
technical expertise in public utilities, corporate, and civic projects with AO’s decades of experience across the
commercial real estate spectrum.
Spearheaded by experienced Principals Richard Yen and Jianshan Liang, RY+AO delivers specialized
architecture and planning solutions for both public and private sector clients, including government,
healthcare, science and technology, and other critical facilities. Our partnership enhances our ability to serve
the evolving needs of the San Diego market and beyond, offering diversity-driven, technically proficient, and
forward-thinking design solutions. Together, RY+AO provides a seamless, elevated approach to architecture
that prioritizes innovation, execution, and impact.
We proudly collaborate with clients like the City of La Quinta, City of Santa Clara, Southern California
Edison, and SoCal Gas Company.
Our work spans the state, with a strong presence in Southern California, offering services such as:
•Facility assessment
•Programming and space planning
•Architectural design and master planning
•Feasibility studies of varying scope and scale
•Tenant improvements and ground-up construction
•Seismic upgrades, retrofits, and more
ABOUT RY+AO
With an emphasis on architecture, planning,
and relationships, RY+AO provides
exceptional services to public and private
clients while fostering lasting relationships
across every aspect of our work.
2. FIRM BACKGROUND, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
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The firm offers a balanced group of experienced professionals combining design excellence with
technical proficiency and reliability.
RY+AO is a full-service architectural firm with over two decades of experience providing architectural
services to municipalities, quasi-governmental agencies, public private partnerships (PPP) and healthcare
providers across Southern California. Our distinguished clients includes City of Santa Clara, Southern
California Edison, SoCal Gas Company, San Diego Gas & Electric, CBRE for Southern California Edison
Account and 4S Kelwood General Partnership, a public private partnership. We specialize in delivering
creative, cost-effective, and technically sound solutions tailored to the unique needs of the agencies we
serve. Our firm is adept at navigating the complexities of municipal and public utility company projects, from
facility assessments, programming, and initial concept development through construction administration,
ensuring compliance with all regulatory and procedural requirements.
We bring a proven track record of delivering high-quality architectural solutions to municipal clients. Our
deep understanding of municipal processes, combined with our commitment to client satisfaction, makes
us an ideal partner for the City of La Quinta. We are confident in our ability to deliver exceptional results that
meet your time, budget, and quality expectations.
We are knowledgeable and have hands-on
experience developing:
• Corporate Offices (HQ and Regional)
• Construction & Operations Centers
• Distribution & Operations Centers
• Data Centers & Back-up Facilities
• Training Centers
• Communication Centers (Grid Control, Telecom,
Radio, SCADA, Microwave, Satellite Phone)
• Back-up Grid Control and Telecom Centers
• ESOC and Back-up ESCO Centers
• Meter Reading and Payment Centers
• Print and Billing Centers (including
Back-up)
• Customer Service Centers
• Commercial Business Development Offices
• Transmission Distribution Regional Hubs
• Local Service Center Logistics Warehouses
• Corporate Warehouses (with High Pile
and Mezzanine Small Parts Storage)
• Protection Equipment Testing Facilities
and Electrical Lab Design
• Battery, Reel, Pole, and Outdoor
Rack Storage
• Fleet Maintenance Facilities
• Fueling Depots (AST/UST, CNG, Red Diesel)
• Fuel Storage Tanks (250,000 gal)
• Wash Bays and RODI Water Stations
• EV Charging Stations for large and
standard fleet vehicles (including
employee and public charging)
2. FIRM BACKGROUND, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
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Kimley-Horn Parking Services Qualifications
On- and Off-Street Parking Analysis
Kimley-Horn parking staff includes experts in the fields of strategic planning, supply and demand analyses,
demand management, revenue control, parking pricing, program management, structural design, context-
sensitive design, traffic circulation, wayfinding, intelligent parking systems, and intercept surveys. Drawing on
an integrated team of planners and engineers, the firm works with public agencies and private owners to
identify and prioritize an optimal mix of facility development and parking management strategies; build
consensus for innovative, cost-effective solutions; and help develop rate structures, regulations, and
ordinances that reflect new land uses, support business development, and protect neighborhoods.
Kimley-Horn makes use of innovative digital mapping technology as well as cloud-based data collection tools
to more quickly, accurately, and consistently collect and analyze parking supply and demand data. Kimley-
Horn will also make use of its own in-house drone pilot group to fly over sites to collect parking utilization data,
when feasible.
This process facilitates the development of digital parking inventory base maps that are used to create parking
usage heat maps by the hour. This data helps clients understand not just overall parking demand, but days of
the week and hours of the day when parking demand is at its highest and lowest. This facilitates parking
management techniques for shared parking, time limited parking, and if warranted, paid parking. This approach
can also help determine if the parking supply is adequate and be used to model future parking demand.
Strategic Parking Planning and Management
Kimley-Horn provides practical, hands-on operations and management experience that is focused on
integrating parking with other community planning decisions. By consistently identifying and documenting
industry best practices and successful strategies, Kimley-Horn staff works to align parking and transportation
programs and policies with the larger strategic goals of the communities they serve. For clients across the
country, Kimley-Horn has promoted an integration of parking and transportation management strategies;
worked to leverage new technologies to enhance service delivery, ease of access, operational efficiency, and
revenue; and improved basic parking program management frameworks and policies.
The hallmark of our parking planning and management services is a strategic approach that integrates parking
with other community planning decisions. This approach includes:
• Consistently identifying and documenting industry best practices and successful strategies.
• Aligning parking and transportation programs and policies with the larger strategic goals of the
communities they serve. In many cases, this can translate into program reorganization, parking revenue
reinvestment strategies, and greater integration of parking and transportation management into ongoing
community forums.
• Promoting integration of parking and transportation management strategies, leading to a focus on
“integrated community access management strategies” as opposed to having parking, transit, and
transportation demand management strategies in separate “silos”.
• Leveraging new technologies to enhance service delivery, ease of access, operational efficiency, and
enhanced revenue streams.
• Creating enhanced parking and transportation program communications, marketing, and branding
strategies—tied closely to recognition of the “patron experience” as a key element of the “brand.” This
approach strongly promotes celebrating program community contributions and enhanced community
engagement processes. Parking signage and wayfinding, an integrated web presence, ongoing community
outreach, and strategic communications plans are additional success strategies.
• Improving basic parking program management frameworks and policies to provide a solid management
foundation that defines and focuses program goals, staff development, and customer service.
2. FIRM BACKGROUND, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
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Parking Technology
Through our planning, design, and technology experience, Kimley-Horn can help you plan for tomorrow—our
comprehensive experience and understanding of all potential solutions enable us to take your parking
technology to the next level. Our second-to-none technical experience includes parking access and revenue
control systems (PARCS), contactless parking technologies, gateless/frictionless parking garages, parking
reservation programs, automated vehicle identification (AVI), automated parking systems, and more. Kimley-
Horn has also developed several parking structure and lot guidance systems utilizing communications and
electrical design with changeable message signs. These systems enable cities to understand their current
parking demand in order to identify opportunities and needs for improvements. Our staff regularly speak at
industry conferences and have written numerous articles on emerging parking technologies, including
frictionless parking, electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure, and connected and automated vehicles (C/AV)
connected curbside management.
Parking Facility Design
Kimley-Horn is able to help our clients determine parking site feasibility, design and optimization. Our multi-
disciplinary approach includes our experts in site development, water management, landscape architecture,
mechanical, electrical and plumbing as well as structural engineering. This set of skills allows the firm to help
clients determine if a site can accommodate parking, how much parking and if structured parking is possible
and to what degree. The firm can also estimate construction costs based on this information. This provides
our clients with critical knowledge and data to make informed decisions about parking supply and site
feasibility.
Relevant Parking Project Qualifications
• City of Hawthorne, Citywide Parking Study
• City of Ventura, Expanding Paid Parking Downtown Project
• California State University Long Beach, Parking Study
• City of San Rafael, Downtown Parking Guidance and Wayfinding System
• City of Thousand Oaks, Academy Village Traffic Impact Analysis and Parking Study
• University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), Parking Demand Study
• City of San Mateo, Downtown Parking Technology Implementation
• City of Millbrae, Parking Management Plan
• City of Portsmouth, Downtown Parking Assessment
• City of Winter Park, Parking Study Update
• City of Noblesville, Downtown Parking Study
• City of Wilmington, Parking Study
• City of High Point, Parking Study
• City of Santa Monica, Real-Time Beach Parking Project and Dynamic Message Signs
• San Diego Padres, Traffic/Parking Study for Ballpark Village Downtown Area
• City of Pasadena, Parking Guidance and Information Systems Integrator, Manager, and Design
• Rose Bowl Operating Company, Rose Bowl Parking Study
• California State University Northridge, Parking Management System Project
• Purdue University, American Disabilities Act (ADA) Parking Study
• University of Rochester, Parking Policy and Permitting Recommendations
Projects KH has done in La Quinta
• Engineering Services for the Preparation of a Systemic Safety Analysis Report (SSAR)
CITY OF LA QUINTA MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION YARD
LA QUINTA, CA
PROJECT SUMMARY
LOCATION: 78109 52nd Avenue
La Quinta, CA 92253
CLIENT: City of La Quinta
RY+AO is leading a comprehensive facilities
condition assessment, needs assessment, and full
design services to guide the redevelopment of
the City’s Maintenance and Operations Yard. The
CONTACT: Bryan McKinney
Public Works Director/City Engineer 760.777.7045 | bmckinney@laquintaca.gov
project includes master planning efforts to optimize
site utilization and ensure long-term operational
efficiency. As part of the improvements, a new
SIZE: 2.8 AC | 12,000 SF
PROJECT BUDGET: $10M
CONSTRUCTION COMPLETED: 2024-Present
12,000 SF maintenance and operations building with
enhanced amenities will be designed to support the
City’s evolving needs.
The project also involves reorganizing fleet
circulation and yard layout to improve functionality
while integrating sustainable design strategies.
The completed project will provide a modernized,
efficient, and future-ready facility that aligns with the
City’s operational goals.
Additionally, the design will respond to community
requests for improved pedestrian access to Fritz
Burns Park, fostering a cohesive connection across
City amenities and enhancing public accessibility.
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BAKERSFIELD COMMONS
BAKERSFIELD, CA
Amenity-rich, interconnected community
PROJECT DATA
800 DU I 202 AC
300,000 SF Retail
120 Key Hotel I 250 Room Hospital
CLIENT: Trammell Crow Company
Role: Design Architect, AOR
This 202-acre master plan will include 800 two-to
three-story apartments, a 250-room hospital with
associated cancer center and medical office
buildings, a 300,000 SF retail lifestyle center, light
industrial, flex warehouse, and a limited-service
hotel with 120 guest rooms.
CAPITOLA
CAPITOLA, CA
Repositioning an underperforming mall site into a
revitalized mixed-use destination
PROJECT DATA
930 DU I 31.5 AC I 80 DU/ AC
630,000 SF Retail
CLIENT: Merlone Geier
Role: Master Planner, Design Architect,
Architect of Record
Project Status: On-the-Boards
The master plan development sits on an old mall
site that is to be revitalized into a mixed-use
destination. The plan seeks to repurpose and
convert the fully enclosed mall into an open-air
lifestyle center complete with a vehicular and
pedestrian-friendly main street. The project will
feature (2) Type III wrap buildings consisting of
930 units as well as 630,000 square feet of retail
space. The project also includes a cinema, stand-
alone retail, and retail tucked under parts of the
multifamily units.
Lessons Learned
1. Ensure and early and complete understanding of
the existing tenant needs, flexibility and willingness
to relocate.
2. Communicate and involve the city and community
early in the process
3. Anticipate developing a plan and program that
meets the current and future needs of the
community and market
4. Allow the main street concept to define the street
grid and design around it.
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City of Hawthorne, Citywide Parking Study, Hawthorne, CA
Kimley-Horn is working on this project to identify and recommend changes to the City’s on
and off-street parking regulations for residential areas and commercial corridors. These
changes are aimed at mitigating the growing demand driven by residents and new
businesses, further exacerbated by recent state policies and inefficient parking behaviors.
Until recently the city’s parking management focused on safety related concerns,
residential parking and light enforcement of time limits. However, with changes to the city’s
demographics and parking usage patterns emerging from the pandemic, the city has asked
Kimley-Horn to help them understand the current parking conditions. In addition, we are
helping the city determine parking management policies, procedures, pricing and
technology. The first step in this process was to digitize the city’s parking inventory. This
allows us to layer on the existing parking regulations, and develop heat maps of utilization.
The firm has also developed a RFP for parking management services and needed paid
parking equipment that is now out for bid.
CLIENT: City of Hawthorne
LOCATION: Hawthorne, CA
(citywide)
CLIENT PROJECT MANAGER:
Dweejal (DJ) Torado, dtorado@
cityofhawthorne.org,
310.349.2980
PROPOSER’S BUDGET:
$496,700
PROJECT DURATION/YEARS
PERFORMED: Mar 2025 – Ongoing
STAFF ASSIGNED: Brian Shaw and Haley
Callaway
SUMMARY OF FINAL OUTCOME: The
project is ongoing through Q2 2026. It is
currently on time and on budget.
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City of Ventura, Expanding Paid Parking Downtown Project, Ventura, CA
Kimley-Horn is working with the City of Ventura’s public works
department on a two-phase approach to allow for the city to
expand paid parking to their off-street lots, current garage,
and a future planned garage. During the first phase the firm
has identified the need for new pay stations, a new layout for
the city’s pay stations, and new technology for virtual parking
permits and license plate recognition enforcement. The firm
also developed an RFP to evaluate outsourcing parking
management and enforcement for the city. In the second
phase, the firm will help the city determine where paid
parking could be expanded downtown and the pricing models
to be used for longer periods and permits. An extensive
public involvement effort as well as interfacing with the
California Coastal Commission will be provided by the
firm to help with acceptance and approval of any
changes to parking in downtown Ventura.
CLIENT: City of Ventura
LOCATION: Ventura, CA (citywide)
CLIENT PROJECT MANAGER: Jeff Hereford, PE, TE,
Principal Civil Engineer, Public Works, jhereford@cityofventura.ca.gov, 805.654.7744
PROPOSER’S BUDGET: $357,000
PROJECT DURATION/YEARS PERFORMED: June 2025 – Ongoing
STAFF ASSIGNED: Brian Shaw and Haley
Callaway
SUMMARY OF FINAL OUTCOME: The project is
ongoing through Q2 2026. It is currently on
time and on budget.
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3.REFERENCES
REFERENCE 1 FOR RY+AO
(a)Bryan McKinney
Public Works Maintenance & Operations
City of La Quinta
760.777.7045 | bmckinney@laquintaca.gov
(b)Project Description:
This M&O Yard is located on a 2.8-acre site
adjacent to Fritz Burns Park and Fire Station 32.
RY+AO is designing a new 12,000 SF maintenance
and operations yard building with added amenities
on the existing yard site. The project also involves
reorganize the fleet circulation and the yard layout
to enhance operational efficiency. The completed
project will create an updated, efficient, and
sustainable Maintenance and Operations Yard to
meet current and future operational demands, with
enhanced accessibility and integration with
adjacent public spaces.
Construction Value: $10M
(c)Project Date: 2024– Present
(d)Role of Key Project Team Member:
Jianshan Liang – Principal
Robert Schuster – Project Architect
(e)Summary: Full service A&E services. Project is in
the Construction Documents Phase.
REFERENCE 2 FOR RY+AO
(a)Elycia Knight, Project Manager
City of Santa Clara
408.593.4822 | eknight@santaclaraca.gov
(b)Project Description:
The project is a Facility Condition Assessment of
Commerce Plaza, a 90,000 SF office building at 900
Lafayette Street constructed in 1975. Our team’s
assessment and findings provide a detailed
understanding of the current state of the property
and the scope of necessary improvements required.
These findings form a solid foundation for the City to
make an informed decision about the building’s future
in alignment with the City’s broader redevelopment
plans.
(c)Project Date: 2024
(d)Role of Key Project Team Member:
Jianshan Liang – Principal
Robert Schuster – Project Architect
(e)Summary: Facility Condition Assessment
REFERENCE 3 FOR KIMLEY HORN
(a)Dweejal (DJ) Torado, Project Manager
City of Hawthorne
310.349.2980 | dtorado@cityofhawthorne.org
(b)Project Description and Size:
Citywide Parking Study; This project is to identify
and recommend changes to the City’s on and off-
street parking regulations for residential areas and
commercial corridors. The first step in this process
was to digitize the city’s parking inventory. This
allows us to layer on the existing parking
regulations, and develop heat maps of utilization.
Proposer’s Budget: $496,700
(c)Project Dates: March 2025 – Present
(d)Role of Key Project Team Members:
Brian Shaw – Senior Project Manager
Haley Callaway – Task Manager
(e)Summary: The project is ongoing through Q2
2026. It is currently on time and on budget.
REFERENCE 4 FOR KIMLEY HORN
(a)Jeff Hereford, Principal Civil Engineer
Public Works, City of Ventura
805.654.7744 | jhereford@cityofventura.ca.gov
(b) Project Description and Size:
Expand Paid Parking Downtown Project; This project
involves a two-phase approach to allow for the City to
expand paid parking to their off-street lots, current
garage, and a future planned garage. During the first
phase the firm has identified the need for new pay
stations, a new layout for the city’s pay stations, and
new technology for virtual parking permits and license
plate recognition enforcement. In the second phase,
the firm will help the city determine where paid
parking could be expanded downtown and the pricing
models to be used for longer periods and permits.
Proposer’s Budget: $357,000
(c)Project Dates: June 2025 – Present
(d) Role of Key Project Team Members:
Brian Shaw – Senior Project Manager
Haley Callaway – Task Manager
(e)Summary: The project is ongoing through Q2
2026. It is currently on time and on budget.
4. FEE SCHEDULE
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We propose to provide Consulting services for the scope of services outlined in the 2025 Parking Study for
the Village Build-Out Plan Area of the City of La Quinta for a fee of One Hundred Forty-Seven Thousand Six
Hundred Fifty-Five Dollars ($147.655.00) plus reimbursable expenses as follows. Reimbursable expenses are
estimated not-to-exceed Seven Thousand Four Hundred Dollars ($7,400.000.
Scope & Fee
1. Provide a comprehensive assessment of existing parking resources and circulatory conditions,
including weekday and weekend occupancy counts, to establish a baseline assessment of the Village
area. As part of this assessment, consider the following:
a. Evaluate existing areas available for parking
b. Review the 2006 Village Parking Study and subsequent City-conducted surveys
2. Evaluate the Village Commercial District and Build-Out Plan Area parking development standards in
the Zoning Ordinance and provide recommendations for improvements or modifications in relation to
the existing parking standards.
3. Examine the existing parking demand within the designated study area and compare it against the
existing inventory. Forecast new demand considering current land use regulations, the Village Build-
Out Plan and EIR, and anticipated growth in both commercial and residential sectors. Propose parking
solutions to accommodate anticipated changes and growth within the study area.
4. Formulate parking priorities and recommendations aimed at addressing parking challenges within the
framework of a mixed-use urban environment. Include a phased implementation strategy to
accommodate present and future parking demands.
5. Review the current parking in lieu fee structure and program and recommend updates. Perform a study
consistent with the Mitigation Fee Act to update the fee. Evaluate economic models that can pay for
parking.
6. Present a parking cost estimate for construction of any proposed parking facilities and alternatives,
including City-owned Village parking lots and other vacant City-owned sites.
RY+AO $ 51,550.00
Kimley Horn $ 96,105.00
$147,655.00
Estimated Reimburable Expenses $ 7,400.00
A detailed spreadsheet by hours/fee per task is also included.
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2025 VILLAGE PARKING STUDY FOR THE VILLAGE BUILD-OUT AREA OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA
Task 1 Assessment of Existing Parking Resources & Circulatory Conditions
1.1 Establish Baseline with weekday and weekend occupancy counts 3410240302 16,585.00$
1.2 Review the 2006 Village Parking Study and subsequent City-conducted surveys 335 10 4,605.00$
1.3 Report of Parking Utilization and Circulation 426 12 5,240.00$
Subtotal Task 1 000010921262302 026,430.00$
Task 2 Evaluate Parking Development Standards in the Zoning Ordinance
2.1 Evaulate the Village Commercial District and Build-Out Plan Area parking development standards in the Zoning Ordinance 8 8 30 1 8,615.00$
2.2 Provide recommendations for improvements or modifications in relation to the existing parking standards 8 8301 8,615.00$
Subtotal Task2 16166020000000 017,230.00$
Task 3 Parking Demand
3.1 Demand vs Inventory using ULI Shared Parking Model 362122 5,065.00$
3.2 Forecast New Demand 4 2 15 20 8,670.00$
3.3 Report of Findings 325 10 4,345.00$
3.4 Propose parking solutions to accommodate anticipated changes and growth within the study area 8 2161 5,165.00$
Subtotal Task 3 8 2 16 1 10 4 26 2 42 0 2 0 23,245.00$
Task 4 Parking Priorities and Recommendations
4.1 Parking Priorities and Recommendations aimed at addressing parking challenges 8 2 16 1 538212 2 12,120.00$
4.2 Phased Implementation Strategy to accommodate present and future parking demands 6 2 16 1
538 14 11,290.00$
4.3 Report of Recommendations 2 2 16 1 314 14 8,200.00$
Subtotal Task 4 16 6 48 3 13 7 20 2 40 0 2 0 31,610.00$
Task 5 Parking in Lieu of Fee Structure and Program and Recommend Updates
5.1 Review the current parking in lieu fee structure and program and recommend updates.3 2 16 1 321228 2 10,200.00$
5.2 Perform a Study consistent with the Mitigation Fee Act to update the fee.3 2 16 1
2 1 14 8 9,405.00$
5.3 Evaluate Economic Models that can pay for parking.3 2 16 1 4 1 10 8 9,135.00$
5.4 Report of findings and recommendations 3 2 16 1
316 6 7,550.00$
Subtotal Task 5 12 8 64 4 12 5 42 2 30 0 2 0 36,290.00$
Task 6 ROM Parking Cost Estimate for Construction
6.1 Inventory of City-owned Village parking lots and other vacant City-owned 4442 82 5,210.00$
6.2 Parking Cost estimate for Construction of any proposed parking facilities 864 16 7,640.00$
Subtotal Task 3 00001210820242 012,850.00$
TOTAL HOURS 52 32 188 10 57 35 117 10 174 54 10 0
TOTAL COST $13000 $6080 $31020 $1450 $18525 $9100 $26910 $2050 $29580 $8640 $1300 $0 147,655.00$
TOTAL LABOR - BASE $13,000 $6,080 $31,020 $1,450 $18,525 $9,100 $26,910 $2,050 $29,580 $8,640 $1,300 $0 147,655.00$
TOTAL HOURS - BASE 52 32 188 10 57 35 117 10 174 54 10 0
Complementary Services
7.1 Photorealistic 3D Aerial Views ($2,500 per view)1 2,500.00$
Subtotal Optional Tasks 00000000000 1 2,500.00$
TOTAL HOURS (COMPLEMENTARY SERVICES)00000000000 1
TOTAL COST (COMPLEMENTARY SERVICES)$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $2500 2,500.00$
TOTAL LABOR - BASE + COMPLEMENTARY $13,000 $6,080 $31,020 $1,450 $18,525 $9,100 $26,910 $2,050 $29,580 $8,640 $1,300 $2,500 150,155.00$
RY+AO - Architectural Kimley Horn - Parking Consultant
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5. COMPLEMENTARY SERVICES
At the request of the City of La Quinta, we may provide photorealistic 3D aerial views of the master plan.
Cost: $2,500 per view
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6. STAFFING AND PROJECT ORGANIZATION
The project will succeed through a balanced partnership: the City provides oversight, data, and community
leadership, while the consultant team delivers technical expertise, management, and clear communication.
Together, we will ensure the Village Parking Study is both rigorous and implementable.
Consultant Team
• Project Manager – Primary contact, oversees schedule, quality, and communication.
• Technical Leads – Specialists in parking demand, circulation, zoning, and financial modeling.
• Outreach & Reporting – Prepares data summaries, graphics, and presentations for staff and
stakeholders.
City Staff
• Oversight – Guides priorities, reviews deliverables, and ensures interdepartmental coordination.
• Data Support – Provides background studies, maps, and permit/development data.
• Community Interface – Manages outreach logistics and ensures public input.
Collaboration
• Kickoff meeting to confirm roles and data needs.
• Bi-weekly coordination calls for progress tracking.
• Draft review cycles to incorporate City feedback before public release.
• Final joint presentation to Council and community.
This cooperative framework ensures that City staff retain oversight and decision-making authority, while the
consultant team delivers the technical expertise, project management, and communication tools necessary for
an effective and implementable Village Parking Study.
7. SUBCONTRACTING SERVICES
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We understand the City’s preference to minimize subcontracting; however, the scope of services outlined in
this RFP requires both architectural leadership and specialized parking engineering expertise. To deliver the
highest quality results, our team integrates the expertise of RY+AO Architects and Kimley-Horn in a strategic
partnership.
This collaborative arrangement is a carefully structured division of responsibilities aligned with the City’s goals.
RY+AO, as Architect of Record, leads overall project management, land use review, master planning
integration, stakeholder coordination, and ensures design quality across all tasks. Kimley-Horn, recognized
experts in parking planning and engineering, focuses on parking demand analysis, circulation modeling,
infrastructure planning, and technical engineering solutions.
Our team has a proven track record of success with the City of La Quinta, including recent work on the Public
Work M & O Yard, City Hall Drainage Improvement and X-Park ADA Improvement projects. These
experiences have given us a deep understanding of the City’s character, goals, and review processes, and they
demonstrate our ability to deliver well-coordinated, high-value solutions tailored to the City’s unique needs.
All services are fully coordinated under RY+AO’s direct management to ensure seamless delivery, single-point
accountability, and adherence to the City’s standards. We confirm that no assignment of this contract will
occur.
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8. DISCLOSURES
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AGREEMENT FAILURE, LITIGATION, OR INVESTIGATION IN THE LAST 5 YEARS
There are no pending litigation matters or negative history involving RY+AO.
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UNDERSTANDING OF PROJECT SCOPE AND APPROACH
The City of La Quinta’s Village Commercial District has experienced steady growth, bringing vitality to local
businesses and residents while also creating pressing parking challenges. The City’s objective for this study is
to develop a comprehensive parking development strategy for the Village Commercial District and Build-Out
Plan Area. The plan must address current deficiencies, anticipate future growth, and provide actionable,
phased, and financially sustainable solutions that respect the Village’s unique character.
Our team recognizes that this effort is not solely a technical study, but a strategic planning initiative that will
directly shape the user experience of residents, visitors, and businesses. Accordingly, we have crafted a
methodology that integrates rigorous technical analysis, collaborative engagement, and implementable
solutions.
METHODOLOGY AND TEAM STRENGTHS
Our methodology follows a clear, step-by-step process designed to ensure that every recommendation is
grounded in data, validated by City staff, and aligned with long-term community goals.
The foundation of a successful Parking Management Master Plan is a thorough understanding of the existing
parking landscape. We will conduct comprehensive data collection and analysis including site visits,
occupancy surveys, and stakeholder engagement to gain insights into current infrastructure, zoning
regulations, and anticipated development. This rigorous baseline ensures that our planning process is firmly
rooted in local context.
Collaboration is central to our approach. We will work closely with City officials, stakeholders, and community
members to ensure that solutions address the City’s unique needs. Through workshops and forums, we will
gather diverse perspectives, build consensus, and foster community support.
Innovation and sustainability are also at the heart of our design philosophy. We will explore smart parking
systems, EV charging stations, and green parking initiatives to improve efficiency while minimizing
environmental impacts. Our approach is designed not only to meet current demand but also to remain
adaptable to future growth, ensuring the plan’s long-term relevance.
Our multi-disciplinary team including architects, planners, transportation engineers, and environmental
specialists ensures that the plan is comprehensive and robust. We will apply advanced modeling tools and
scenario testing to evaluate potential outcomes, delivering solutions that are both resilient and practical.
We also prioritize user experience and accessibility. Our plan will include intuitive wayfinding systems,
universal accessibility improvements, and integration with public transportation to enhance mobility for all
users.
Equally important is financial viability. We will conduct detailed financial analyses, review the in-lieu fee
structure, and explore funding and revenue strategies to ensure that recommendations are implementable
and fiscally responsible.
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Finally, we emphasize measurable outcomes and continuous improvement. We will establish key
performance indicators to monitor progress, paired with mechanisms for ongoing evaluation and refinement,
so the plan remains responsive to the City’s evolving needs.
Local Presence and Technical Capabilities
RY+AO and Kimley-Horn also bring a local presence in the Coachella Valley that ensures responsive support
for data collection, field observations, and in-person meetings. Our plan is to evaluate the use of drones for
collecting parking utilization data in the Village. Where drones are not feasible, we will rely on Kimley-Horn’s
local field assets.
Our team employs cloud-based data collection applications to streamline parking occupancy counts, reduce
field time, and improve accuracy. Data collected in the field is layered over digital basemaps of the Village’s
parking inventory to produce heatmaps of parking usage, which visually reveal patterns of stress and
underutilization. This data forms the backbone of potential parking management strategies, techniques, and
policies.
The same cloud-based application will be used to record vehicular and pedestrian circulation observations.
In the field, our team can log notes, photographs, video, and GPS pins of anomalies or problematic conditions
that affect safety and circulation.
Based on the analysis of parking conditions and circulation, the team will determine management strategies or
supply solutions to address identified challenges. These recommendations will be developed with
consideration of the Village Build-Out Plan and existing EIR requirements, supported by Kimley-Horn’s
CEQA compliance team.
We will also apply the ULI Shared Parking Model to estimate parking demand under projected growth and
development scenarios. Once parking needs are defined, our team will identify funding strategies for any new
supply, ensuring compliance with the Mitigation Fee Act. Kimley-Horn will provide cost estimates for a range
of solutions, including surface lots, park-and-ride shuttles, demand-management strategies, or, if warranted,
structured parking. RY+AO will contribute local expertise on design considerations, zoning, and building
codes to ensure feasibility and alignment with community character.
Through this integrated methodology, RY+AO and Kimley-Horn will provide a rigorous, locally informed, and
forward-looking parking management strategy for the City of La Quinta.
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STEP-BY-STEP PROCESS
Step 1 – Establish Baseline: Existing Parking Resources and Circulation
• Conduct multi-day weekday and weekend occupancy counts using cloud-based data collection apps
to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Where feasible, deploy drones to capture aerial parking utilization data; supplement with local Kimley-
Horn field assets when drones are not practical.
• Layer collected data over digital basemaps of the Village’s parking inventory to generate heatmaps of
parking usage.
• Record vehicular and pedestrian circulation patterns with geo-tagged photos, videos, and GPS pins to
capture safety concerns, anomalies, and bottlenecks.
Deliverable: Parking Utilization & Circulation Report with heatmaps, digital basemaps, and circulation
documentation.
Step 2 – Evaluate Commercial Core and Development Standards
• Assess the Village Commercial District and Build-Out Plan Area’s current and future parking needs.
• Review zoning ordinances, development standards, and parking requirements against current market
practices and anticipated Build-Out Plan demand.
• Identify inconsistencies, barriers, or outdated requirements; recommend updates to ensure alignment
with the General Plan, EIR conditions, and growth projections.
Deliverable: Standards Evaluation Report with zoning/ordinance recommendations.
Step 3 – Forecast Parking Demand
• Apply the ULI Shared Parking Model to analyze current and future demand across land use types and
times of day.
• Test conservative, moderate, and high-growth scenarios informed by the Village Build-Out Plan and
EIR assumptions.
• Incorporate impacts of special events and tourism activity unique to La Quinta’s Village.
• Compare projected demand against existing and potential supply to identify shortfalls.
Deliverable: Parking Demand Findings Report with demand modeling outputs and scenario
comparisons.
Step 4 – Define Parking Priorities and Recommendations
• Translate baseline data and demand forecasts into a set of phased recommendations:
o Near-Term: Operational fixes such as striping, signage, time restrictions, and circulation
adjustments.
o Mid-Term: Shared parking agreements, expansion of surface supply, or park-and-ride shuttles.
o Long-Term: Structured parking facilities integrated with Village character.
• Incorporate sustainability measures such as EV charging, smart-parking technology, and green
infrastructure.
Deliverable: Parking Priorities & Recommendations Report, phased by short-, mid-, and long-term
needs.
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Step 5 – Review and Update the In-Lieu Fee Program
• Review the City’s in-lieu fee program for adequacy, equity, and compliance.
• Conduct a detailed review consistent with the Mitigation Fee Act, supported by Kimley-Horn’s CEQA
compliance and land-use team.
• Recommend adjustments to ensure that the program can effectively fund future parking supply.
• Evaluate alternative funding strategies such as public-private partnerships and demand-management
tools.
Deliverable: In-Lieu Fee Findings & Recommendations Report with policy, legal, and funding options.
Step 6 – Develop Parking Cost Estimates
• Inventory City-owned lots and vacant parcels for potential parking development.
• Prepare ROM cost estimates for multiple options, including:
o Additional surface parking,
o Park-and-ride shuttles and demand-management strategies,
o Structured parking, where warranted.
• Ensure cost estimates reflect local design considerations, zoning requirements, and building codes,
with RY+AO providing local expertise.
Deliverable: Parking Cost Estimate Report with comparative cost-benefit analysis.
Step 7 – Draft and Final Reporting
• Compile results of Steps 1–6 into a comprehensive Draft Report for City staff review.
• Incorporate staff and stakeholder feedback into a Final Report, ensuring alignment with City goals.
• Provide clear, engaging presentation materials (maps, heatmaps, infographics) to support Council and
community communication.
Deliverables: Draft Report, Final Report, and Presentation Support.
TEAM STRENGTHS AND DIFFERENTIATORS
• RY+AO: A full-service architecture and planning firm with deep local knowledge and an active
presence in La Quinta. Current projects with the City include:
o Public Works Maintenance & Operations Yard – programming and conceptual design.
o City Hall Drainage Improvement Project – infrastructure upgrades for resilience.
o X-Park ADA Improvement Project – accessibility improvements for compliance and community
use.
These active projects demonstrate our ability to deliver context-sensitive solutions aligned with
City priorities.
• Kimley-Horn: Nationally recognized leader in parking analysis, CEQA compliance, and cost estimating.
Advanced tools such as drones, GIS integration, and cloud-based field apps ensure accurate, efficient
data collection and analysis.
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• Proven Partnership: RY+AO and Kimley-Horn and have collaborated on multiple projects, providing
the City with a cohesive team that combines national technical expertise with local experience and
direct City relationships.
TASKS AND DELIVERABLES
Task 1 – Existing Conditions Assessment
• Weekday and weekend occupancy counts
• Review of 2006 Parking Study and City surveys
• Deliverable: Parking Utilization & Circulation Report
Task 2 – Zoning Standards and Core Evaluation
• Evaluate Village Commercial District and Build-Out Plan Area standards
• Assess zoning ordinances vs. current market conditions
• Deliverable: Standards Evaluation Report
Task 3 – Parking Demand Forecasting
• Demand vs. inventory analysis using ULI Shared Parking Model
• Forecast future demand based on Village Build-Out Plan and EIR
• Deliverable: Demand Forecast Report
Task 4 – Parking Priorities & Recommendations
• Define parking priorities and phased implementation strategies
• Deliverable: Recommendations Report
Task 5 – In-Lieu Fee Structure Review
• Assess and update in-lieu fee program in compliance with Mitigation Fee Act
• Evaluate alternative funding/economic models
• Deliverable: Findings & Recommendations Report
Task 6 – Parking Cost Estimates
• Inventory of City-owned lots and vacant sites
• ROM construction cost estimates for surface and structured options
• Deliverable: Cost Estimate Report
Task 7 – Draft & Final Reports
• Draft Report for City review
• Final Report incorporating feedback
• Deliverable: Draft Report, Final Report, Public presentation (if requested)
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WORK SCHEDULE
ATTACHMENT 2
INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Must be executed by proposer and submitted with the proposal
I, ________________________________________ (name) hereby acknowledge and confirm
that __________________________________ (name of company) has reviewed
the City’s indemnification and minimum insurance requirements as listed in Exhibits E and
F of the City’s Agreement for Contract Services (Attachment 1); and declare that insurance
certificates and endorsements verifying compliance will be provided if an agreement is
awarded.
I am _________________________________ of ______________________________,
(Title) (Company)
Commercial General Liability (at least as broad as ISO CG 0001)
$1,000,000 (per occurrence); $2,000,000 (general aggregate)
Must include the following endorsements:
General Liability Additional Insured
General Liability Primary and Noncontributory
Commercial Auto Liability (at least as broad as ISO CA 0001)
$1,000,000 (per accident)
Personal Auto Declaration Page if applicable
Errors and Omissions Liability $1,000,000 (per claim and aggregate)
Worker’s Compensation (per statutory requirements)
Must include the following endorsements:
Worker’s Compensation Waiver of Subrogation
Worker’s Compensation Declaration of Sole Proprietor if applicable
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Jianshan Liang
RY+AO
Principal RY+AO
ATTACHMENT 3
NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT FORM
Must be executed by proposer and submitted with the proposal
I, ________________________________________ (name) hereby declare as follows:
I am _________________________________ of ______________________________,
(Title) (Company)
the party making the foregoing proposal, that the proposal is not made in the interest of, or on
behalf of, any undisclosed person, partnership, company, association, organization, or
corporation; that the proposal is genuine and not collusive or sham; that the proposer has not
directly or indirectly induced or solicited any other proposer to put in a false or sham proposal,
and has not directly or indirectly colluded, conspired, connived, or agreed with any proposer or
anyone else to put in a sham proposal, or that anyone shall refrain from proposing; that the
proposer has not in any manner, directly or indirectly, sought by agreement, communication,
or conference with anyone to fix the proposal price of the proposer or any other proposer, or to
fix any overhead, profit, or cost element of the proposal price, or of that of any other proposer,
or to secure any advantage against the public body awarding the agreement of anyone
interested in the proposed agreement; that all statements contained in the proposal are true;
and, further, that the proposer has not, directly or indirectly, submitted his or her proposal price
or any breakdown thereof, or the contents thereof, or divulged information or data relative
hereto, or paid, and will not pay, any fee to any corporation, partnership, company, association,
organization, proposal depository, or to any member or agent thereof to effectuate a collusive
or sham proposal.
I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is
true and correct.
Proposer Signature: __________________________________________________
Proposer Name: __________________________________________________
Proposer Title: __________________________________________________
Company Name: __________________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________________
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Jianshan Liang
Principal RY+AO
Jianshan Liang
Principal
RY+AO
731 S. Highway 101, Suite 1M, Solana Beach, CA 92075
ATTACHMENT 4
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RECEIPT OF ADDENDA
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If no addenda has been issued, mark “N/A” under Addendum No. indicating
Not Applicable and sign
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JIANSHAN LIANG, ARCHITECT, LEED AP
PRINCIPAL-IN-CHARGE
Ms. Liang is a high-achieving,
California-licensed architect
with 20 years of architectural
experience. Her varied
project experience includes
public utilities, hospitality,
civic, public buildings, K-12
school, public transportation,
military facilities, church,
commercial retail, and mixed-use projects. She is
proficient in Revit and BIM management, and has
strong communication and team leadership skills.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SCE Admin Building, Westminster, CA
Managed an 87,630 SF tenant improvement project
within an existing 116,000 SF administration and meter
lab building, enhancing facility functionality and space
utilization.
SCE Alhambra New Warehouse, Alhambra, CA
Project encompassed a 55,000 SF new-build
warehouse, featuring 45,000 SF of storage space
and 10,000 SF of office area with assembly room.
Additional elements included ADA-compliant
restrooms, various office layouts, crew room, and map
room.
SCE Voluntary Seismic Program, Multiple Locations
• SCE GO2 & GO3, Rosemead, CA: FEMA E-74
assessments
• SCE Southbay Service Center South Bay, Torrance,
CA: ASCE 41 Tier 1 & 2 and FEMA E-74 assessments
SoCal Gas Honor Rancho, Santa Clarita, CA
Spearheaded tenant improvements and a critical
expansion with the addition of a second floor,
enhancing the entire building’s functionality and
upgrading its seismic resilience to a Category 4
classification.
Collins Aerospace, Anaheim, CA
This project presented the unique challenge of
providing facilities for two of client’s wholly-owned
subsidiaries within one pre-existing warehouse space.
Isolated testing rooms were designed to reduce the
sound transmission to 30 dba as well as manufacturing
assembly areas and office renovations.
Hollywood Park Casino, Inglewood, CA*
A 110,000 SF facility that includes a casino with 100
table games and high limit gaming rooms, Off Track
Betting Room hosting over 1,600 patrons, sport bar,
restaurant and lounge.
“Architecture inspires life and life
inspires architecture.”
EDUCATION
Master of Architecture, Washington University
Bachelor of Science, Architecture
Guangdong University of Technology
REGISTRATIONS
Licensed Architect in CA
LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP)
Hollywood Park Retail, Inglewood, CA
500,000 SF of retail on 300 acres with a mix of
retail, entertainment, residential, office, civic and
recreational uses.
Hyatt Centric Hotel, Downtown Los Angeles, CA
A 15-story hotel with ground level dining, roof top bar
and lounge, and 134 luxurious guest rooms. The four
star property is Hyatt’s boutique hotel brand.
Viejas Resort Phase II, Alpine, CA*
Phase 2 expansion provided subsequent hotel tower,
casino connection, restaurants, bar and lounges,
meeting rooms, and an 11,000 SF ballroom with pre-
function and overflow spaces.
San Diego Central Library, San Diego, CA
9-story 366,000 SF structural topped with an iconic
steel-and-mesh lattice dome over a two-story rare-
book reading room. The Central Library also houses
a charter high school on the sixth and seventh floors.
Tiverton Casino & Hotel, Tiverton, RI*
On a 45-acre site this project is a 130,000 SF facility
with an 85,000 SF casino with 1000 slot machines
and 32 table games, a center bar, restaurant and food
court venues. The 84-room hotel includes meeting
rooms and a fitness center.
The Watermark, San Diego, CA
A major mixed-use destination featuring 400,000 SF
Class-A office, 325,000 SF retail, theater, boutique
hotel and a Whole Foods Market. Its defining design
feature is a Central Park gathering space.
Encanto Elementary School, San Diego, CA*
A 16,700 SF expansion for new classroom building
at existing site to provide 12 additional classrooms
and science lab for 3rd to 5th grade students.
* Project completed prior to joining RY+ AO
Glenn Man, LEED AP ND
SENIOR ASSOCIATE | DESIGN DIRECTOR
Mr. Man has spent over 18 years
designing large-scale, complex
projects around the United States
and in the Middle East and Asia.
Glenn has also been responsible
for master planning, concept
design and project coordination
for major international projects.
Glenn is experienced with retail,
mixed-use, commercial, office, and residential projects,
and has worked on several of the firm’s key repositioning
developments. Working closely with the Client, Glen delivers
quality design in an efficient and timely manner. He is
committed to providing his Clients with design and planning
excellence to ensure the success of each assignment.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
Master of Architecture in Urban Design, Harvard University
Graduate School of Design | Bachelor of Architecture,
University of Waterloo
REGISTRATIONS
US Green Building Council LEED Accredited Professional,
Neighborhood Development (LEED AP ND)
AFFILIATIONS
American Institute of Architects (AIA)
International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)
Urban Land Institute (ULI)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Entertainment District Masterplan, Dubai, UAE
28 million SM master plan, 250,000 resident population,
17 million SM GFA. Project components include Universal
Theme Park, Resort Hotels, Water Park, RDE, Town Center,
Central Park, High Speed Rail, Subway Lines, and FIFA Football
Stadium.
Mall of the World, Dubai, UAE
7 million SF shopping mall, 10,000 hotel rooms, healthcare
district, theatre quarter, Couture Boulevard.
Dubai Festival City, Dubai, UAE
2 million SF mall with 5 star hotel resort.
Yongsan IBD, Seoul, South Korea
3.3 million SM masterplan development in central Seoul with
an International Business District consisting of commercial
office and residential towers and a 1.5 million SF retail center.
Capitola Mall, Capitola, CA
The development sits on an old mall site that is to be revitalized
into a mixed-use destination. The project will feature 637
residential units as well as 340,000 SF of retail space. The
project also includes a cinema, stand alone retail, and retail
tucked under parts of the multifamily units.
The Vine, El Monte, CA
Mixed-use hi-rise hotel with luxury residences over retail /
entertainment podium and structured parking. Includes
60,000 SF theater, fitness use & restaurants.
Promenade 2035, Conoga Park, CA
Former Promenade Mall in Canoga Park is re-envisioned as a
mixed -used community surrounding a Central Park with 4,000
seat entertainment complex, 300-key boutique hotel, 27-story
office tower, retail, 1,500 residential units and associated
parking structure.
Exposition Point, Los Angeles, CA
250-key dual brand hotel with 400 residential units and roof
top pool amenity decks over retail / entertainment / parking
podium. The street level lifestyle / dining plaza creates a
vibrant heart for the neighborhood.
Monterrey Peninsula, Monterrey, Mexico
Mixed-use retail center with 3,000 apartments and office towers
that face the Rio La Silla and the La Silla mountain range.
Westfield Topanga & The Village, Canoga Park, CA
This new ground-up mall of 600,00 SF features a retail Garden
of Eden with elegant pedestrian pathways and an unparalleled
ambiance. The new space will include a collection of both
global and local brands, tree-lined restaurants, gathering and
event areas to create a vibrant new destination mall working
with Westfield Design.
El Monte Transit Village, El Monte, CA
Located next to a major transit system at the northwest corner
of Interstate 10 & Santa Anita Avenue, this master planned
development has a mix of uses that includes 46,500 SM of
retail & entertainment, 46,500 SM of commercial & office, a
250-key hotel and 1,850 residential units.
“I’m always interested in the unconventional.
I strive to push the envelope on new design
approaches and solutions.”
ROBERT SCHUSTER, ARCHITECT
SENIOR PROJECT ARCHITECT
As a designer and architect,
Robert has enjoyed the
privilege of completing a
wide variety of successful
projects with an eclectic
clientele, including projects
in the K-12, Higher Education,
Civic and Commercial
markets. Robert has also
served as Adjunct Instructor of Architecture,
leading second and third year design studios, for
Pennsylvania State University. Robert delivers
exceptional solutions in a timely manner, in full
accordance with client budgets and goals.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SCE Admin Building, Westminster, CA
Managed an 87,630 SF tenant improvement project
within an existing 116,000 SF administration and meter
lab building, enhancing facility functionality and space
utilization.
Baron Elementary School, Manheim, PA*
New K-5 school for 650 students. The project
achieved LEED Gold certification. The idea was
visually interconnect space, both inside and out, to
stimulate student awareness. Provide amenities and
opportunities for student activity and interaction.
Employ healthy, sustainable, regional materials and
readily maintained, high-efficiency building systems.
Doe Run Elementary School, Manheim, PA*
A new K-5 elementary school for 1,200 students that
achieved LEED Gold certification. The project scope
sought to visually interconnect space, both inside and
out, to stimulate student awareness. Provide a range
amenities and opportunities for student activity and
interaction.
Lehighton Area Elementary Center, Lehighton, PA*
This new Pre-K through 5 school is for 1,400 students
and achieved LEED Gold certification. The program
Utilized extensive glazing to achieve LEED daylighting
goals and to promote a sense of transparency and
openness. Provide ample amenities and opportunities
for student activity and interaction. Employ healthy,
sustainable materials and high-efficiency building
systems.
New Leaf Initiative T.I., State College, PA*The
program transformed the existing Borough Building
into a co-working startup space featuring an open
office area, dedicated conference rooms, integrated
A/V, and modern amenities. Glazed partitions ensure
transparency and acoustic privacy, while tall doors add
an elegant, dignified touch to the conference room
entrances.
“If it’s worth doing, it’s worth doing well.”
Robert also relishes the opportunity to share his
experience with junior designers and intern architects,
and to learn from his colleagues at all levels.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Architecture, Pennsylvania State University
REGISTRATIONS
Licensed Architect in California and Pennsyvania
Centre County Recycling Authority Interpretive
Center, Bellefonte, PA*
Exploit sloping topography for material handling and
storage, roof line follows topography to minimize
building envelope.
Centre County Recycling Authority Building,
Bellefonte, PA*
This project sought to re-purpose a cramped, worn
administration building into a pedagogical tool for
introducing recycling to school-age children. The
program reduces embodied energy, reused existing
foundations, recycled salvaged materials, and
maximized spatial experience.
Searise Office Tower Repositioning, Santa Monica
CA*
Class A office tower upgrades including entrance
lobby, valet lobby, typical elevator lobby and restroom
renovations. Elevate existing high-rise common areas
to Class A space. Provide modern spatial and material
experience to align more closely with the client’s
commercial real estate portfolio. Redefine main
lobby geometry and proportions to clarify spatial
sequence. Minimal modern detailing maximizes
visual perception of finish material essence.
Paramount Pictures Studio Group Administration
Building Renovation, Hollywood CA*
Transform cramped entrance foyer into dramatic
lobby with feature stair and bridge. Removed existing
second floor above entrance to allow double-height
lobby. Span lobby with bronze bridge and connect
with spiral stair. Replace worn and dated finish
materials with ebony, bronze, low-iron glass, leather
and limestone. New display cases for Academy
Awards.
* Project completed prior to joining RY+ AO
Brian Shaw, PTMP
Senior Project Manager
Brian is a nationally recognized, award-winning transportation
planning executive and leader with a record of making
fundamental shifts in transportation methods that save money and improve
the environment. Brian’s experience includes strategic planning, budgeting,
staff development, community and government relations, and public speaking.
Brian has strong planning and analysis skills, with the ability to create and
implement large-scale solutions to complex, multi-organizational issues. He is
a good listener, communicator, and motivator with a reputation for building
consensus that enables individuals and organizations to meet and exceed
expectations.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
• Cal Poly SLO, Parking Lot Optimization Studies, San Luis
Obispo, CA - Project Manager and client liaison.
• City of Ventura, Expanding Paid Park Downtown, Ventura,
CA - Project Manager, operations and technical lead on upgrading parking
management program and technology.
• City of Hawthorne Citywide Parking Study, Hawthorne, CA - Senior Advisor
on data collection, analysis, parking demand modeling, parking pricing, and
supply forecasting.
• Steven Institute of Technology, Parking Operations Blueprint, Hoboken, NJ
- Task Manager and developed recommendations for upgrading, and optimizing
the parking program
• Cal State University Long Beach Parking Study, Long Beach, CA - Developed
methodology for measuring impacts from loss of parking and identifying underused
sites for replacement parking for proposed new housing project.
• City of Portsmouth, VA Downtown Parking Assessment, Portsmouth, VA -
Senior Professional overseeing parking demand modeling methodology,
technology and operational improvement recommendations.
• City of Cedar Rapids, Downtown Parking Study Shuttle Task, Cedar Rapids,
IA - Task Manager for developing and evaluating a potential downtown circulator
shuttle.
• Birmingham Parking Authority RFP for contract services, Birmingham, AL
• Purdue University ADA Parking Study, West Lafayette, IN
• Atrium Health Parking Operator Evaluation, Atlanta, GA
• University of Rochester parking policy and permitting recommendations,
Rochester, NY
• GM Tech campus parking and transportation demand management
strategies and recommendations, Detroit, MI
• Fidelity Investments parking guidance technology overview technical
memo, Raleigh, NC
EDUCATION
• Masters, City and
Regional
Planning,
University of
Pennsylvania
• Bachelors,
History, University
of California, Los
Angeles
PROFESSIONAL
CREDENTIALS
• Parking, Transp.
& Mobility
Professional
(PTMP), IPMP
Haley Callaway, PE
Task Manager
Haley is a transportation/parking professional with four years
of experience working with cities and municipalities on
mobility planning and EV charging infrastructure planning. She focuses on
mobility and travel demand management planning for universities, parking
operations and management for cities, as well as EV charging infrastructure
planning for municipalities and program support for EVCI implementation.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
• Birmingham Parking Authority, Parking System (BPA)
Strategic Plan, Birmingham, AL
• City of Charlotte, Charlotte Parking Master Plan (Strategic
Parking Plan–Phase 1), Charlotte, NC
• City of Cedar Rapids, Downtown Parking Plan, Cedar
Rapids, IA
• City of Greensboro, Parking Plan, Greensboro, NC
• City of Tampa, Parking Master Plan, Tampa, FL
• City of Tucson, Park Tucson Curb Management Program, Tucson, AZ
• City of Ventura, Expanding Paid Parking in Downtown Ventura, Ventura, CA
• City of Johns Creek Town Center Parking Study, Johns Creek, GA
• City of Corneluis Master Plan, Corneluis, NC
• Bagley Park Master Plan, Atlanta, GA
• Kennesaw State University Transportation Study, Kennesaw, GA
• University of North Dakota Parking Plan, Grand Forks, ND
• Georgia College and State University, Parking and Transportation Master
Plan, Milledgeville, GA
• Tennessee Department of Transportation, LRP Neyland Drive Traffic
Analysis, Knoxville, TN
• University of Alabama, Huntsville Master Plan, Huntsville, AL
• University of North Georgia Master Plan, Dahlonega, GA
• NCDOT–Integrated Mobility Division, North Carolina Clean Transportation
Plan and National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Deployment Plan,
NC
• University of Mississippi, Ole Miss SS4A–Safety Action Plan, Lafayette
County, MS
• Philadelphia Parking Authority, On-Call Architectural/Engineering and
Professional Services 2021, Philadelphia, PA
• University of California, Davis, UC Davis Transportation Demand
Management (Fleet Management) Plan Implementation, Davis, CA
• University of Wisconsin-Madison, EV Infrastructure Study, Madison, WI
EDUCATION
• Bachelors, Civil
Engineering,
Georgia Institute
of Technology,
Atlanta
PROFESSIONAL
CREDENTIALS
• Professional
Engineer, North
Carolina #060184
• Professional
Engineer, Georgia
#PE053950
Kameron Qureshi, PE
Data Collection, Traffic Engineering
Kameron is a seasoned project manager who brings over a
decade of comprehensive experience in civil engineering,
traffic engineering and management, and drainage design for diverse roadway
projects. His proficiency extends to overseeing the design and coordination of
roadway developments including the design of bike improvements, ADA
improvements, intersection improvements, roadway widenings, and grade
separations. Kameron has led the Civil and Traffic work on multiple projects in
the Coachella Valley within the last year. Additionally, he is adept at developing
intricate traffic control plans and delivering precise cost estimates for public
road projects. Kameron’s multifaceted skill set and in-depth understanding of
civil engineering principles positions him as a valuable asset in the successful execution of
complex infrastructure initiatives.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
• City of Indian Wells HSIP Application – Project Manager
• City of Indian Wells SS4A Application – Project Manager
• City of Indian Wells, Golf Course Parking Lot Improvements, Indian Wells,
CA – Project Manager
• City of Indian Wells, Roadway Rehabilitation Project – Project Engineer
• City of Indian Wells, Northeastern Traffic Flow Improvements Project –
Project Engineer
• City of Palm Springs, Demuth Park and Parking Lot Improvements – Project
Manager
• City of Cathedral City, HSIP Cycle 11 Pedestrian and ADA Improvements –
Project Manager
• City of Cathedral City, Date Palm Drive and Varner Road HSIP Safety
Improvements, Cathedral City, CA – Project Engineer
• City of Coachella, Local Road Safety Plan, Coachella, CA – Project Manager
• Coachella Valley Water District, Thousand Palms Channel Improvement,
Indio – Project Engineer
• City of Palm Desert, Rail Station Feasibility Study, Palm Desert, CA –
Project Engineer
• City of Rancho Mirage, Traffic Signal Interconnect Improvements Project
Phase II – Project Engineer
• City of Palm Springs, Racquet Club Road Lane Reconfiguration Project,
Palm Springs, CA – Project Engineer
• City of Palm Springs, Palm Canyon Road Reconfiguration Project, Palm
Springs, CA – Project Engineer
• City of Palm Springs, Citywide Pedestrian Crossing Study and Design,
Palm Springs, CA – Project Engineer
EDUCATION
• Bachelors, Civil
Engineering,
California State
Polytechnic
University,
Pomona
PROFESSIONAL
CREDENTIALS
• Professional
Engineer,
California #92631
List of similar KH parking projects
• California State University Long Beach, Parking Study
• City of San Rafael, Downtown Parking Guidance and Wayfinding System
• City of Thousand Oaks, Academy Village Traffic Impact Analysis and Parking Study
• University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), Parking Demand Study
• City of San Mateo, Downtown Parking Technology Implementation
• City of Millbrae, Parking Management Plan
• City of Portsmouth, Downtown Parking Assessment
• City of Winter Park, Parking Study Update
• City of Noblesville, Downtown Parking Study
• City of Wilmington, Parking Study
• City of High Point, Parking Study
• City of Santa Monica, Real-Time Beach Parking Project and Dynamic Message Signs
• San Diego Padres, Traffic/Parking Study for Ballpark Village Downtown Area
• City of Pasadena, Parking Guidance and Information Systems Integrator, Manager,
and Design
• Rose Bowl Operating Company, Rose Bowl Parking Study
• California State University Northridge, Parking Management System Project
• Purdue University, American Disabilities Act (ADA) Parking Study
• University of Rochester, Parking Policy and Permitting Recommendations
List of projects KH has done in La Quinta
• Engineering Services for the Preparation of a Systemic Safety Analysis Report (SSAR)
List of some Projects KH has done in Coachella Valley
• City of Coachella, Local Road Safety Plan
• City of Coachella, On-Call Engineering Services
• Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG), Professional Grant Writing
Services for Access Indian Canyon Drive
• CVAG, Transportation Policy Procedures Manual Update
• CVAG, Vehicle Miles Traveled Banking Study
• CVAG, Qualified Vendor List Professional Services
• CVAG, Signal Timing for CV Link
• Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD), Thousand Palms Channel Improvement
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