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SECTION 1 COVER LETTER
January 5, 2026
City of La Quinta
78495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, CA 92253
ATTN: Scott Nespor, Senior Planner
Subject: Request for Proposals for Vista Santa Rosa Master Plan
Dear Selection Committee,
On behalf of Michael Baker International, Inc. (Michael Baker), we are pleased to submit this proposal to the City of La Quinta (City) for consultant
services related to the Vista Santa Rosa Master Plan. We understand the City's goal to conduct a phased public outreach program to prepare a
master plan for the unincorporated community of Vista Santa Rosa. With extensive planning and engineering experience within the Coachella Valley
and Riverside County, the Michael Baker team offers the following key advantages:
LOCAL AND TRUSTED EXPERTISE I Michael Baker is deeply rooted in the Coachella Valley and would manage this project from our
Palm Desert office — located only 15 minutes from City Hall. This proximity ensures we bring an authentic understanding of local priorities,
community values, and regulatory nuance, making our team a trusted partner who is always accessible. All components of this project will be
managed and executed by in-house staff, ensuring cohesive coordination and a high standard of quality throughout the process.
PROVEN LEGACY WITH VISTA SANTA ROSA I Michael Baker (formerly RBF Consulting) worked with the City to shape Vista
Santa Rosa's earlier vision, conducting community workshops and developing the Sphere of Influence directives — giving us a running start to plan
for the community's future. We also have recent outreach experience with the community as part of the County's 6th Cycle Housing Element Update.
VISION INTO REALITY —THE ART OF THE POSSIBLE I Michael Baker specializes in transforming ambitious ideas into
actionable plans, working around constraints and timelines — including the latest Riverside County General Plan Update and Environmental
Impact Report. We thrive on delivering creative, practical solutions that align with the community vision while navigating environmental complexities
with agility and precision. Your goals become our mission, and we make the "possible" happen.
UNMATCHED EQUESTRIAN LAND USE EXPERTISE I With proven experience in equestrian -focused communities and project
staff with active memberships in Equine Land Conservation Resource, the Michael Baker team brings unique capabilities into safety, land use, and
design standards from life-long equestrians. This experience ensures that the Vista Santa Rosa agricultural and equestrian history is integrated into
the master plan thoughtfully, preserving character and functionality of Vista Santa Rosa.
PROGRAMMATIC CEQA, DESIGNED FOR DELIVERY I The Michael Bakerteam will prepare a Program EIR to streamline
future development facilitated by the Master Plan. We design our Program EIRs so that future applicants have a clear environmental roadmap to
measure their projects against.
All information and pricing outlined in this proposal remain valid for a minimum of ninety (90) days. The professionals assigned to serve the City are
free from any conflicts of interest.
Sincerely,
Christopher Alberts, PLS
Vice President, Practice Executive
(760) 341-6110 1 calberts@mbakerintl.com
cc: tflores o)laguintaca.gov and clflores a[7.laguintaca.gov
Alicia Gonzalez
Planning Department Manager
(909) 974-4933 1 alicia.gonzalez@mbakerintl.com
MBAKERINTL.COM
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1 COVER LETTER...................................................................................... 1
SECTION 2 FIRM'S BACKGROUND, QUALIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE.......... 3
A. Project Team Qualifications........................................................................................................... 4
B. Similar Project Examples............................................................................................................... 5
C. Samples of Related Work.............................................................................................................. 6
D. Resumes........................................................................................................................................7
E. Years in Business.......................................................................................................................... 7
F. Taxpayer Identification Number..................................................................................................... 7
G. Firm Ownership Information........................................................................................................... 7
H. Parent Company............................................................................................................................ 7
SECTION 3 PROJECT UNDERSTANDING AND APPROACH ................................... 8
SECTION 4 SCOPE OF WORK................................................................................... 9
SECTION 5 SCHEDULE/ TIMELINE.......................................................................... 24
SECTION 6 FEE SCHEDULE.................................................................................... 25
APPENDIX.....................................................................................................................
SECTION 7 LIST OF COMPLEMENTARY SERVICES WITH PRICES ........................ II
SECTION 8 SUBCONTRACTING SERVICES............................................................ III
SECTION 9 DISCLOSURES....................................................................................... III
SECTION 10 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS...............IV
SECTION 11 NON -COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT............................................................... V
SECTION 12 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF ADDENDA ................................................ VI
SECTION 2.1) RESUMES........................................................................................... VII
SECTION 2 FIRM'S BACKGROUND, QUALIFICATIONS, AND
EXPERIENCE
Firm Background and Business History
Michael Baker is a leading global provider of engineering and consulting services which include
planning, engineering, architectural, environmental, construction, program management,
sustainability and resilience planning services as well as information technology,
communications services, and outreach solutions. Headquartered and incorporated in
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Michael Baker has more than 4,500 employees in nearly 100 offices
across the U.S., including 10 locations in California. Michael Baker has grown and prospered
without losing sight of its primary purpose: Creating value for our clients by delivering innovative
and sustainable solutions for infrastructure and the environment.
The Michael Baker team has helped numerous communities in California and across the nation
with Master Plans, comprehensive general plan updates, specific plans, visioning plans,
annexation support, community planning, special studies, environmental reviews, and more. Our
planners are regularly involved with various elements of planning efforts such as open space
and conservation, environmental justice, land use, transportation, mobility and infrastructure,
built environment, sustainability, environmental services, community health, economic
development, and community outreach. We will work with City staff to tailor the process to meet
their needs. Community engagement is at the core of this process, and our outreach tasks are
designed based on community needs and demographics to get maximum participation.
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A. Project Team Qualifications
The Organization Chart below shows the responsibility and communication flow of the Michael Baker Team. Each individual has been carefully
selected based on their experience, credentials, and history of collaboration. Primary team members are entrusted with the daily management and
execution of their respective project phases, ensuring continuity and accountability throughout the contract's lifecycle. Supportive team members are
available to assist as needed, offering specialized skills and additional capacity when project demands arise.
A significant strength of this team lies in their geographic proximity —all proposed staff are based in Southern California. This allows them to work
together seamlessly and foster strong communication, resulting in a highly integrated approach to project delivery. Their longstanding collaboration
on previously awarded projects has built a foundation of trust and efficiency, enabling them to tackle complex assignments effectively.
Furthermore, the majority of team members have held their respective roles for over ten years. This depth of experience not only demonstrates their
commitment to the profession but also ensures they have encountered and successfully resolved a wide range of project challenges. The Team's
combined knowledge, shared best practices, and consistent teamwork position them as a highly capable group for fulfilling contractual obligations
and achieving project objectives.
The City's primary point of contact for the project will be Ms. Alicia Gonzalez. Ms. Gonzalez holds the position of Associate Vice President and
serves as the Planning Department Manager for Michael Baker's Riverside/San Bernardino offices, which includes the local Palm Desert office. With
over a decade of experience at Michael Baker, Alicia has contributed to numerous planning projects in roles such as project manager, community
outreach lead, and environmental lead. She has direct experience with the project area and greater Eastern Coachella Valley Area Plan through her
experience on the Riverside County General Plan Amendment No. 960 and Environmental Impact Report No. 521. Ms. Gonzalez and the Michael
Baker team also have direct experience conducting community outreach with the Vista Santa Rosa Community Council as part of the County's Sixth
Cycle Housing Element Update.
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B. Similar Project Examples
Michael Baker has provided on -call general plan support to the
County of Riverside since 2014. Responsibilities include General
Plan Amendments, CEQA compliance, zoning code amendments,
and climate action plan support.
Michael Baker completed the County's General Plan Update and
2015 Climate Action Plan. The process included revisions to the
General Plan and associated Areas Plans, including the Eastern
Coachella Valley Area Plan which encompasses the Vista Santa
Rosa area, completion of the Climate Action Plan, recirculation of
the Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR No. 521), development
of the final EIR, and extensive hearing support. Michael Baker also
completed the County's Fifth and Sixth Cycle Housing Element
Updates, as well as a number of General Plan Amendments and
CEQA documents. As part of the Sixth Cycle Housing Element, the
Michael Baker Team held in -person community outreach with the
Vista Santa Rosa Community Council to introduce the project and
seek feedback on RHNA site selection and unit allocation.
Eastem Coachella
Valley Area Plan
Michael Baker is currently preparing the County's Objective Design Standards as well as a 2025 Update to its
Climate Action Plan. In addition, Michael Baker is preparing a Program EIR for the County's proposed Cabazon
Community Plan and Cabazon Infrastructure Plan Project.
Michael Baker provided planning services for a comprehensive update to the general plan for the City of Eastvale.
Branded "Eastvale 2040," the general plan was the first city plan built from the ground up since the city
incorporated in 2010. Michael Baker helped develop goals, objectives, and policies focused on housing, land use,
circulation, sustainability, conservation, and public safety. It also helped develop and implement a public outreach
and engagement campaign to solicit input from the community and completed an environmental impact report.
One of the outreach components included a speaker series that curated experts from around the country to speak
on issues related to housing, transportation, social equity, public art, and other topics to help inform and educate
community members as to what might be possible for Eastvale. The virtual speaker series proved to be a valuable
tool to keep the public engaged while in -person meetings were put on hold due to the COVID-19 pandemic and
was recognized with an award from the American
Planning Association Inland Empire Chapter.
Michael Baker also completed a comprehensive
programmatic environmental impact report that evaluates
the potential environmental effects of the general plan
and helps to streamline subsequent development
applications that achieve the vision of the plan. Eastvale
2040 was adopted by City Council in March 2024. After
adoption, Eastvale 2040 won "Best Comprehensive Plan
— Small Jurisdiction" the American Planning Association
Inland Empire Chapter.
IClient:
County of Riverside
John Hildebrand
Planning Director
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Completion Date:
2027
Project Costs:
$2M+
Project Team:
Alicia Gonzalez
Elizabeth Meyerhoff
Haley Walker
Eddie Torres
Jeanette Cappiello
Rick Hendrickson
Dino Serafini
Client:
City of Eastvale
Gustavo Gonzalez
Community Development
Director
951-703-4499
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Completion Date:
2024
Project Costs:
$1,315,906 (Fee)
Project Team:
Alicia Gonzalez
Elizabeth Meyerhoff
Haley Walker
Eddie Torres
Jeanette Cappiello
Rick Hendrickson
Jacob Swim
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Famous for its strong equestrian culture, Michael Baker updated the Rolling Hills Estates General Plan to 1)
ensure that it reflects the City's vision and includes a strong focus on enhancing sustainability; 2) comply with
changes in state law; and 3) improve the Plan's usefulness. The General Plan is organized around "placemaking"
and sustainability while maintaining the guiding principles needed to preserve the unique character and identity of
the City. One of the most significant features of the General Plan is the vision plan for the Commercial District,
which promotes a walkable mixed -use district with a range of activities and uses including housing, retail, offices,
dining, hotels, entertainment, and envisions a central community gathering space as a hub for the district.
Additionally, a new mixed -use overlay district was designed to balance desired densities with the needs and
character of the City. A density bonus program with a community benefits program was developed to incentivize
developers to build affordable housing. In addition to the General Plan Update, Michael Baker prepared a Program
EIR to evaluate the environmental impacts of the general plan.
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City of Rolling Hills Estates
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Community Development
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Completion Date:
2023
Project Costs:
$813,879 (Fee)
Project Team:
Noelle Anderson
John Bellas
Kristen Bogue
Jeanette Cappiello
Peter Quintanilla
Dino Serafini
Eddie Torres
C. Samples of Related Work
Michael Baker has experience supporting a number of community planning projects across California. To comply with the page limit specified in
Addendum No. 1, hyperlinks are provided to work products where available. Full Representative Project sheets are available on request.
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Master Plan Update, California State University Lon Beach
General Housing Element & Safety Element Updates, Pinole
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D. Resumes
All project team member resumes are included in the Appendix.
E. Years in Business
Michael Baker was established in 1940 and has been providing environmental and engineering services in California since 1944. Our local Palm
Desert office was established in 1985 and has been consistently providing professional services to the Coachella Valley for 40 years.
F. Taxpayer Identification Number
25-1228638
G. Firm Ownership Information
Michael Baker International is owned by DC Capital Partners.
H. Parent Company
The parent company of Michael Baker International is Michael Baker International, LLC.
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SECTION 3 PROJECT UNDERSTANDING AND APPROACH
Understanding Vista Santa Rosa
Vista Santa Rosa is a unique community within La Quinta's Sphere of Influence,
characterized by its rural, agricultural, and equestrian heritage. Residents value
open space, agricultural traditions, and a lifestyle that blends simplicity with
functionality. Vista Santa Rosa's combination of working landscapes, equestrian
amenities, and rural residential estates makes it a one -of -a -kind setting in the
Coachella Valley, requiring a planning approach that balances preservation with
thoughtful, sustainable growth. The community has expressed strong interest in
preserving its character while exploring governance and service improvements,
including potential annexation by La Quinta.
The community spans approximately 7,600 acres and has been pre -zoned under
the City's General Plan. With deep experience preparing the County of
Riverside's General Plan, Eastern Coachella Valley Area Plan, and Sixth
Cycle Housing Element, Michael Baker brings unmatched familiarity with
the land use concepts that shape Vista Santa Rosa. Our team's longstanding
partnership with the City of La Quinta—including leading community outreach
and visioning efforts in 2007—means we offer a unique, on -the -ground
understanding of local priorities and community dynamics. This foundation
enables us to immediately deliver value and insight as we advance the Vista
Santa Rosa Master Plan.
Understanding the Scope and Project Objectives
Michael Baker understands the City's interest in building a phased visioning and
outreach approach to build a master plan, special studies, and environmental
review for the Vista Santa Rosa community. A master plan and accompanying
CEQA documentation is required by the City's General Plan prior to annexation.
Michael Baker understands how the scope of work may adjust and change
based on feedback received from the community. Therefore, the phased
approach as proposed by the Michael Baker team offers optimal cost savings
and efficiency to the City — allowing for adjustments during the project lifecycle.
Our team understands the project objectives are to:
• Create a shared vision: Develop guiding principles that reflect the
Vista Santa Rosa community priorities and the City's goals. Build
Consensus through Engagement: Deliver an inclusive, transparent
process that fosters trust and long-term partnerships.
• Preserve Community Character: Maintain estate residential,
agricultural and equestrian uses, while accommodating compatible
growth and limiting sprawl.
• Ensure Fiscal and Environmental Sustainability: Demonstrate
revenue neutrality and address environmental impacts through
proactive planning.
• Facilitate Future Implementation: Provide clear development
standards, infrastructure requirements, and CEQA coverage to enable
efficient approvals.
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SECTION 4 SCOPE OF WORK
The Michael Baker team acknowledges the City's preference for a phased project scope approach. Accordingly, the team has structured each phase
as a standalone component. As outlined in the RFP, the Michael Baker team will provide detailed information within each phase, summarizing the
following: A. Methodology and Expertise; B. Tasks, Subtasks, and Deliverables; C. Roles and Responsibilities; D. Additional Relevant
Information.
To comply with the page limit specified in Addendum No. 1, the team is available to provide expanded details on any of the phases or tasks and
elaborate further on the approach as needed.
Ms. Valerie Clarke will lead Phase I and Phase II. A certified planner with 13 years of experience, she has a strong track record of
managing municipal planning projects which includes overseeing initiatives that incorporated innovative community outreach and
engagement methods across Southern California. Ms. Clarke's approach emphasizes collaboration with stakeholders and the
broader community, ensuring that outreach efforts are both effective and inclusive while employing her graphic design skills to
effectively communicate ideas and consensus -building during the Master Plan phase of projects.
In addition to her background in community planning and outreach, she is a licensed landscape architect, which enables her to take a
holistic approach to projects by effectively integrating land use, and public amenities in response to demographic, market, economic,
physical, and organizational dynamics. Her previous master planning efforts span both revitalizing developed spaces and preparing
undeveloped areas for future buildout. Her experience in leading these initiatives will be instrumental in developing and implementing
a comprehensive community outreach strategy and master plan tailored to the unique needs and character of the Vista Santa Rosa
area.
Phase I Community Outreach Strategy
Michael Baker has developed a robust and culturally responsive Community Outreach Strategy for the Vista Santa Rosa community. This strategy
incorporates program elements outlined in the RFP, clarifications provided in Addendum No. 1, and the conceptual project scope drafted by City staff
for City Council consideration in the March 2025 staff report. It also reflects insights from previous community engagement efforts, including the City
staff presentation to the Vista Santa Rosa community in May 2024 and the Vista Santa Rosa Community Survey conducted in July 2024, and
innovative outreach tools frequently employed by Michael Baker.
The Community Outreach Strategy Phase is intended to identify all engagement opportunities to be used throughout Phases I -IV, as outreach will be
incorporated into all phases. As such, some Tasks identified in Phase I will also be used in the subsequent phases, as noted in Section 5
Schedule/Timeline and Section 6 Fee Schedule. The primary Goal for Phase I Community Outreach Strategy is to identify the series of
engagement events to establish a baseline understanding of community needs and desires.
Recognizing the importance of engaging all demographic populations within the City, the team will provide Spanish translation services in
accordance with preferences and direction from the City Communications Division. Michael Baker has in-house Spanish speakers who can translate
and communicate conversationally. Utilizing in-house translators instead of certified Spanish translators allows for better internal understanding of
the project and cost efficiencies. Within the Community Outreach Strategy, each task identifies the phases in which it is included and whether
Spanish translation services are provided.
Task 1.1: Project Management and Coordination Meetings
Ms. Alicia Gonzalez will oversee day-to-day management and overall supervision of Phase I, while Ms. Valerie Clarke will lead the Community
Outreach Strategy Phase. This task will include coordination of Michael Baker's internal teams and City leadership through progress monitoring,
project budgeting, invoicing, progress reports, maintenance of project files, and maintaining scope and schedule. Michael Baker will conduct ongoing
virtual coordination meetings with the City and recommends meeting on a twice -monthly basis. During these meetings, objectives and milestones will
be tracked within the project schedule. The status meetings shall occur to ensure the project remains on time and within budget, and expectations
are defined. Michael Baker shall develop a summary of meeting notes to be distributed to the City. The meeting notes should be concise, and will
include a defined list of decisions, actions, and responsible party.
Deliverable(s): Meeting agendas, summaries, and action items, provided in MS Word and Adobe PDF
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Task 1.2: Community Outreach Plan (Phase I Only)
The initial engagement task in Phase I will involve the kickoff and preparation of the Community Outreach Plan, which includes developing the
engagement objectives, elaborating on each specific activity, and clarifying the timeline for the tasks. As part of the Community Outreach Plan, an in -
person kickoff meeting followed by a virtual meeting will be held between the City's Project Management team and Michael Baker's core lead team
members. During the meetings, Michael Baker will facilitate introductions and clarify roles and responsibilities; discuss staff expectations, data
needs, and the preliminary community outreach approach; review goals and priorities for community engagement; and gather feedback on the
proposed scope of work, project schedule, communications protocol, and deliverables. The following considerations will be reviewed within the
Community Outreach Plan:
• Objectives for community involvement, detailing how stakeholder input will be utilized and considered during the development of the
project.
• Evaluation of engagement requirements for diverse communities, including linguistic diversity among residents, potential barriers to
participation (such as digital access), and foundational principles for creating accessible and meaningful engagement opportunities.
• Evaluation of recent community planning processes, including what was successful and where there were challenges.
• Comprehensive list of stakeholders, including residents, property owners, business operators, organizations focusing on specific interests
(such as agriculture, equestrian, environmental stewardship, recreation, etc.), community -based organizations, city officials, and other local
civic entities.
• Proposed timeline outlining various events, milestones, and future Phases aligned with the project's overall schedule
• Descriptions of the engagement activities and level of involvement from City staff.
Recognizing the unique nature of each community, Michael Baker customizes each Community Outreach Plan to effectively support our
engagement initiatives. In addition to the outreach and engagement strategies outlined within the proposal, the Michael Baker team is prepared to
add, remove, or adapt any engagement tools with the City as necessary. Note that the team can discuss potential changes to community
engagement while remaining within the current fee shared within this proposal.
Deliverable(s) and Meeting(s): Two Community Outreach Plan meetings, one (1) in person, one (1) virtual; Community Outreach Plan, provided in
Adobe InDesign and Adobe PDF
Task 1.3: Steering Committee Meetings (Phases 1, 11, lll, lv�
The formation of a Steering Committee, consisting of City representatives and Vista Santa Rosa stakeholders, will serve as an advisory group to the
City and decision -makers. Advisory committees provide valuable input from diverse perspectives and offer expert guidance. Early buy -in from the
Steering Committee helps ensure a transparent planning process and that the plan reflects the community's needs and priorities. The Michael Baker
team will meet with the Steering Committee during each Phase of the project to seek input on timelines, prepare for community outreach events, and
review data and findings. The team anticipates meeting with this group up to four times throughout the project. The City will provide the list of
members to be included in the Steering Committee with support from Michael Baker.
Deliverable(s) and Meeting(s): Four (4) virtual Steering Committee meetings, one in each Phase
Task 1 A Project Branding (Phase I Only)
Michael Baker will work with City staff to develop a branding concept for the project. The branding will be developed using the City's established
guidelines and any supplemental guidance provided by the City Project Management team. Michael Baker will develop theming, project
namesltaglines, logos, graphics, and report templates for use throughout the project process. Concise branding throughout the process will ensure
visual consistency and recognition, especially in multi -phased projects. Michael Baker will ensure our products are consistent with the City's overall
branding and communications strategy.
Deliverable(s): Branding memorandum, provided in Adobe InDesign and Adobe PDF
Task 1.5: Website Development (Phases 1, 11, 111, IV; Spanish Translations)
Michael Baker will collaborate with City staff to develop a robust information portal that enables residents to learn about the project, receive updates
and notices, and stay actively involved. The team can assist the City in hosting the project site on the City's existing website for ease of maintenance
or, alternatively, provide a link to a separate site accessible from the City's website. The project site will serve as the central hub for communications
and a transparent repository for project documents. It will also function as a digital storytelling tool, integrating maps, photos, videos, audio, and other
multimedia content to create an engaging experience.
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In both scenarios, Michael Baker will supply all necessary materials, including written content and graphics, to populate the webpage. Links to
various engagement tools related to subsequent sub -tasks will be included on the site. Project branding, logos, and color schemes will be
incorporated to ensure consistency. The project website will serve as the primary platform for sharing updates on the Master Plan's development and
informing stakeholders about upcoming participation opportunities. Michael Baker will work closely with the City to coordinate all technology -based
engagement platforms. This task includes Spanish translation of the main page of the website.
Deliverable(s): Website development and ongoing updates throughout the duration of the project
Examples of websites created by Michael Baker:
• httos://www.gilbertaz.gov/departments/development-services/planninglgeneral-plan
• https://www.goodyearaz.gov/governmenUdepartments/development-se rviceslplanning-zoning/goodyear-2035-general-plan
Task 1.6: Promotional Material (Phases 1, 11, III, IV; Spanish Translations)
Michael Baker will work directly with the City to develop effective social media outreach messaging at specific milestones within the project. The goal
will be to notify the community about upcoming events to drive participation, as well as keep the public updated on project progress. Content, text
and graphics will be furnished to the City for use on existing traditional and social media platforms, including the city website, city listservs for email
distribution, and City Social Media (i.e. Facebook, Instagram, Nextdoor, and Twitter). Michael Baker may also create promotional resources for print
distribution as requested. This task includes Spanish translation of the promotional material.
Deliverable(s): Website content for the City's webpages; social media content to assist with posting
Task 1.7: Community Survey (Phase I Only, Spanish Translations)
Michael Baker will use Social Pinpoint, Survey Monkey, or a similar survey tool to create a public survey. The public survey will focus on the City's
opportunities, needs, and concerns as well as the framework for the Master Plan. This survey will build off the Vista Santa Rosa Community Survey
conducted in July 2024 and be conducted during Phase I and be made available and publicized through the City's website and social media
platforms.
Once the survey closes, Michael Baker will prepare a narrative summary of the input received in a memorandum format. The team will utilize
conceptual graphics and text, as visuals tend to be more memorable than text alone. These engaging graphics enhance the likelihood of users
sharing the content, which can lead to a broader reach and greater awareness. The summary will consider principles of equity and fairness. While
not all ideas may be incorporated into the final plan, the Michael Baker team will be prepared to discuss intention of decisions. This task includes
Spanish translation of the online survey.
Deliverable(s): Community Survey, provided online in English and Spanish; Community Survey narrative summary, provided in MS Word and
Adobe PDF
Task 1.8: Community Wide Public Workshops (Phases 1, 11, Spanish Translations)
Michael Baker will coordinate, schedule, host, and lead four community -wide public workshops, conducted either virtually or in person. The first in -
person workshop will be held during Phase I and will focus on educating participants about the project and gathering broad ideas from the
community regarding existing conditions and limitations to support data to be assessed in later phases. This session will provide an opportunity for
residents to express their interests, needs, and concerns.
The second workshop will share progress updates, highlighting how input from the first meeting was integrated into the Master Plan process during
Phase 11, and will explain the conceptual land use process. During the second workshop, the community will help develop a vision and goals for Vista
Santa Rosa. This creates buy -in from the community and city leadership while ensuring the plan stays focused on the desired outcomes as the
Master Plan progresses. The third workshop will present alternative conceptual land use maps for community consideration, allowing participants to
weigh in on selections. The team will reiterate to the community that the plan's policies and alternatives are guided by the goal of achieving Vista
Santa Rosa's vision. More details on these concepts are provided in Phase 11. The final workshop, also held during Phase 11, will showcase iterative
updates to the alternative concept based on community feedback.
To maximize engagement, the Michael Baker team has skilled moderators to provide activity -based opportunities to gather input during the
workshops. Content will be tailored to each event, considering the audience and contextual factors. The City will be responsible for securing
locations and venues for in -person events, while Michael Baker will provide collateral for notifications. As facilitators, the Michael Baker team will
guide participants through the agenda and activities, fostering a collaborative and inclusive atmosphere. One Spanish speaker will be available at
each of the Workshops to translate the materials. The workshops may include:
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• An icebreaker activity to help participants become acquainted and feel comfortable sharing ideas.
• A presentation to share relevant data, research findings, case studies, or examples to inform and inspire participants.
• A collaborative, interactive brainstorming session for participants to generate ideas, solutions, and recommendations.
• Group discussions that divide participants into smaller, more manageable groups to tackle specific topics.
Deliverable(s) and Meeting(s): Community Wide Public Workshops, four (4) in person or virtually; poster boards, sign -in sheets and agenda, and
presentation material
Additional community outreach tasks are listed in Section 7 List of Complementary Services. These optional tasks are available for an additional
fee and are not included in Section 6 Fee Schedule.
Community Engagement Summary by Phase
PHASE 1 ::PHASE 2 PHASE 3 Lk. PHASE 4
Pr
Community Outreach Plan
Steering Committee Meeting (#1)
Project Branding
Website Development
Promotional Material
Public Workshop (#1)
Phase II Master Plan
Steering Committee Meeting (#2
Promotional Material
Website Updates
Public Workshop (#2- #4)
Planning Commission
City Council
Steering Committee Meeting (#3)
Website Updates
Promotional Material
Steering Committee Meeting (#4)
Promotional Material
Website Updates
Planning Commission
City Council
While La Quinta has periodically evaluated the potential annexation of the Vista Santa Rosa community, these discussions have recently become
more active, including City Council study sessions, workshops, and a resident survey to gather input. The City included Policy II-1.4 in its General
Plan, requiring that before any annexation decision is made, a comprehensive Master Plan must be developed. The Master Plan phase will serve as
a visioning exercise for Santa Rosa's future, incorporating detailed existing -condition analyses, synthesis of land use concepts, market analysis, and
fiscal impact analysis —all culminating in the Master Plan document. Michael Baker will ensure the plan focuses on community priorities and
demonstrates that annexation would be revenue -neutral or revenue -positive.
As outlined in the Phase I Community Outreach Strategy, community outreach will be carried into Phase II Master Plan. Confirming the outreach
strategy prior to launching the Master Plan phase will allow for a streamlined approach as the team establishes the baseline parameters of the
Master Plan. Guidance from the Community Outreach Strategy will ensure that the community is informed and engaged throughout all of Phase II
and that it attains the Vista Santa Rosa vision.
Task 2.1: Project Management and Coordination Meetings
Ms. Alicia Gonzalez will oversee day-to-day management and overall supervision of Phase II, while Ms. Valerie Clarke will lead the Master Plan
Phase. This task will include coordination of Michael Baker's internal teams and City leadership through progress monitoring, project budgeting,
invoicing, progress reports, maintenance of project files, and maintaining scope and schedule.
Michael Baker will conduct ongoing virtual coordination meetings with the City. Michael Baker recommends meeting on a twice -monthly basis. It is
anticipated that the meeting attendees will include the City's Project Manager, Ms. Alicia Gonzalez, and Ms. Clarke; however, Michael Baker will
work with the City to determine the appropriate method, format and attendees for each coordination meeting. Advisors and Subject Matter Experts
(SME) may participate in these meetings on an as -needed basis, according to the project progress. During these meetings, objectives and
milestones will be tracked within the project schedule. The status meetings shall occur to ensure the project remains on time and within budget, and
expectations are defined. Michael Baker shall develop a summary of meeting notes to be distributed to the City. The meeting notes should be
concise, and include a defined list of decisions, actions, and responsible party.
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The first coordination meeting will be a kickoff meeting with the City's Project Management team. During the meeting, Michael Baker will facilitate
introductions and clarify roles and responsibilities; discuss staff expectations and data needs; review progress from Phase I; review goals and
priorities for community; and discuss the timeline for Phase II tasks.
Deliverable(s) and Meeting(s): Kickoff Meeting; Bi-weekly Coordination Meetings; meeting agendas, summaries, and action items, provided in MS
Word and Adobe PDF; data needs memorandum in MS Word and Adobe PDF; Phase II project timeline, provided in MS Word and Adobe PDF
Task 2.2: Document Library and GIS Database Development
Michael Baker will develop a comprehensive document library and dedicated geodatabase to inventory existing reports, plans, and resources —
social, natural, environmental, and built —and assess their value as opportunities, constraints, or challenges for the City. This includes City
documents such as the General Plan, zoning code, development standards; Vista Santa Rosa community plans, reports, and design guidelines; City
Council session materials; and current datasets from the City, U.S. Census, County, and State to support socioeconomic, infrastructure, fiscal, and
land use analyses, along with any other relevant data provided by the City.
Our team includes experienced ArcGIS analysts proficient in GIS database management, web maps, and mapping platforms. In coordination with
City staff, Michael Baker will deliver a complete file geodatabase and map package containing all GIS files and supporting background materials in
the City's preferred format. Baseline data will be gathered for roads, sewage, water, drainage, solid waste, energy, and other facilities, with
coordination from Riverside County (roads, grading, building), Coachella Valley Water District (water and sewer), and Imperial Irrigation District
(electric utilities). While Michael Baker can assist with mapping needs throughout the project, we respect City staffs preference to generate and
manage all final Master Plan mapping products. Michael Baker will utilize USGS topographic data for basic topographic information. For an
additional fee, as included in Section 7 List of Complementary Services, Michael Baker can provide LiDAR sensor design and high resolution
terrestrial spherical/panoramic imaging to provide detailed topographic information and as -built features. This task is not included in Section 6 Fee
Schedule.
Deliverable(s): Document library shared folder; GIS geodatabase; basemap to be used for exhibits
Task 2.3: Existing Conditions Analysis
The Michael Baker team will conduct an existing conditions analysis focused on three key areas: (1) land conditions, (2) community assessment, and
(3) community feedback gathered during the Phase I Community Outreach Strategy. This work will be completed prior to developing land use
alternatives and policy recommendations. The land conditions review will identify potential constraints to development by evaluating existing reports,
plans, and the community's social, natural, environmental, and built resources, systems, and assets —highlighting where they present opportunities,
constraints, or challenges for the City. The project team will also analyze existing land uses within the area and review Riverside County's applicable
land use regulations.
The community assessment will address a broad range of topics, including demographic and socioeconomic characteristics, existing land use
patterns, community design and character, and projected growth. It will also examine economic development trends, transportation and mobility,
infrastructure and public services, and natural and environmental resources. Additional areas of focus will include parks and recreation assets,
healthy community systems, and the needs of visitor -serving populations.
Community feedback from Phase I will be evaluated to inform the development of land use concepts. The team will present all findings during the
second Steering Committee meeting (Task 1.3: Steering Committee Meetings) to gather initial input before preparing conceptual land use
alternatives. Following Steering Committee feedback, the team will share the existing conditions findings with the public during the second
Community Workshop (Task 1.8: Community Wide Public Workshop). This input will guide the creation of conceptual land use alternatives that
are grounded in community priorities and expectations.
Deliverable(s) and Meeting(s): Existing Conditions Assessment; Steering Committee Meeting #2; Community Pop-up #1; Community Wide Public
Workshop #2
Task 2.4: Conceptual Land Use Alternatives and Policy Recommendations
Based on the analysis and community input from the above tasks, the project team will develop a set of policy recommendations and three
conceptual land use alternatives. The policy recommendations will articulate the community's vision and goals. The Michael Baker team will work
with City staff to determine the most effective way to organize these policies by topic.
The three land use alternatives will chart pathways toward realizing the community's vision. By inspiring fresh thinking, these approaches invite
stakeholders to envision a future for Vista Santa Rosa that honors its distinctive character while providing thoughtful direction for changes. Our team
brings extensive experience developing land use alternatives for specific plans and general plans throughout California. While some planning
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processes benefit from alternatives that vary by levels of development intensity (i.e. low, medium, high), we also find alternatives that emphasize
different land use priorities can help stakeholders understand tradeoffs, clarify priorities and ultimately shape a well -supported Preferred Alternative.
The project team will complete a Market Analysis and Fiscal Impact Analysis to accompany the alternatives with information that will be applied in
Tasks 2.6 - 2.10. The draft policies, conceptual land use alternatives, and the market overview will be presented to the community and city staff as
part of the third Community Workshop (Task 1.8: Community Wide Public Workshop).
Deliverable(s) and Meeting(s): Draft Policy Recommendations; Final Policy Recommendations; Draft Conceptual Land Use Alternatives; Final
Conceptual Land Use Alternatives; Community Wide Public Workshop #3
Task 2.5: Preferred Conceptual Land Use Alternative
Using input received from the community and City staff as part of Task 2.4, the project team will develop the Preferred Conceptual Land Use
Alternative. This may be one of the three alternatives, or a combination of various aspects of the three. The preferred alternative will include land use
designations and may include densities, heights, setbacks and parking ratios among other details. The preferred alternative will have accompanying
maps, diagrams and tables and identify the parcels that are anticipated to change, and which will remain the same. Our environmental planning team
will identify potential environmental impacts at a preliminary stage to ensure the alternative is realistic and defensible. This high-level assessment
provides efficiencies in later Phase III and IV. The preferred conceptual land use alternative will be presented to the community and city staff as part
of the fourth and final Community Workshop (Task 1.8: Community Wide Public Workshop).
Deliverable(s) and Meeting(s): First Draft Preferred Conceptual Land Use Alternative; Second Draft Preferred Conceptual Land Use Alternative;
Community Wide Public Workshop #4
Task 2.6: Updated Design Guidelines
In addition to land use regulations, updating the existing design guidelines for Vista Santa Rosa can help serve multiple purposes including
preserving its rural character, recognizing its equestrian and estate elements while ensuring visual cohesion, protecting natural features and
viewsheds, and improving the existing multipurpose recreational trail network. The existing design guidelines, developed by the County over twenty
years ago, provide only limited direction on elements within the right-of-way, such as fencing and street lighting. Updating these guidelines will
ensure they reflect current best practices and community vision and provide clear standards for both public and private improvements. The Michael
Baker team is experienced in developing design standards and overall public realm design projects in rural and equestrian communities. The team
will work with staff to determine the key elements to be included in the guidelines but anticipates signage, wayfinding, hardscape, ground vegetation,
trees, lighting, and fencing, The guidelines will be created to be a section of the Master Plan but also be developed to easily be used as a standalone
document if desired by the city. The guidelines will be prepared as a highly visual publication for easy use with simple narrative accompanying
illustrated graphic examples.
Deliverable(s): Design Guidelines Outline; First Draft Design Guidelines; Final Draft Design Guidelines
Task 2.7: Market Analysis
Michael Baker will analyze current market conditions in the City and its Sphere of Influence. The team will gather data on development type and size,
vacancy rates, absorption rates, rents and sale prices, and market capitalization rates (assumed market value). The team will also gather data on
sales of residential and non-residential property sales in the vicinity of the Vista Santa Rosa Master Plan Area to support projections of market
values. Michael Baker will create a pro forma analyzing a range of development scenarios based on the Master Plan land uses. A pro forma is an
analysis tool that estimates the most probable direct and indirect construction and financing costs, absorption rates, operating costs, revenues (sales
and rents) and market capitalization rates. The project's internal rate of return, return on investment (cash -on -cash), and residual land value (RLV)
are the key results of a pro forma analysis and demonstrate the baseline market feasibility of a given project or scenario.
Along with other key metrics, Michael Baker uses the project's RLV to compare market viability among competing uses for land. RLV is the amount a
developer may spend on site acquisition and still make a profit after all other development costs. The pro forma model may be used to test various
assumptions such as a range of densities, unit sizes, inclusion of affordable units, non-residential floor area and parking ratios. Pro forma analyses,
by their nature, involve several assumptions about current and future market conditions affected by both national and global economic factors,
including construction costs, and the availability and cost of financing. We will factor in current assumptions of these conditions.
Deliverable(s): Draft Market Analysis; Final Market Analysis
Task 2.8: Buildout Feasibility
Michael Baker will review existing public facilities serving the Vista Santa Rosa area in relation to the overall Master Plan land uses. Using project
descriptions, the team will evaluate service capacities and identify any need for expanded services to support buildout. Facilities considered will
include public and private roads, water, sewer, drainage, solid waste disposal, energy, police and fire protection, and parks and recreation. The
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buildout feasibility study will provide itemized costs for increasing facility capacities, which will be incorporated into market feasibility proforma
models as development costs to be balanced against projected revenues.
Deliverable(s): Buildout Feasibility Pro Forma, provided in MS Excel
Task 2.9: Fiscal Impact Analysis and Net Revenue Assessment
Michael Baker will conduct a Fiscal Impact Assessment (FIA) for the Vista Santa Rosa Area using a customized Excel model adapted to City of La
Quinta operations. The FIA will evaluate the fiscal impacts of the Master Plan by analyzing costs and revenues to the City's General Fund and any
relevant special funds associated with the potential buildout of the Master Plan. This includes identifying all General Fund revenues generated by the
buildout and estimating the net amount the City could expect based on the Project Description. Major revenue sources will include secured and
unsecured property tax (based on housing development costs and sales prices) and sales tax (based on new residents), along with property transfer
tax, franchise fees, transient occupancy tax, utility tax, license revenue, miscellaneous fines, gas tax, and charges for current services. Additionally,
the assessment will evaluate current funding sources for potential changes in state and local laws.
Deliverable(s): Fiscal Impact Analysis and Net Revenue, provided in MS Excel, MS Word, and Adobe PDF
Task 2.10: Fiscal Costs Assessment
The FIA will evaluate the City's recurring General Fund costs for providing infrastructure to existing and future development including streets, water,
wastewater, drainage, parks, and public facilities, as well as expanded services such as police and fire protection needed to maintain current service
levels for projected populations. The team will consult with City public works staff and service providers to obtain the latest capital improvement
plans, facility master plans, and information on infrastructure needs, particularly where new housing or commercial development may create
deficiencies in transportation, water, wastewater, or park facilities. Buildout assumptions and facility needs will be reviewed for consistency with the
Development Impact Fee (DIF) Study.
The net fiscal impact will be analyzed using Michael Baker's proven fiscal impact model, updated with current economic data and customized to the
City's unique characteristics, and presented in Excel and a detailed report with tables and narrative. To prepare the FIA, the team will work with City
department heads to identify service challenges, use the current budget as a framework to calculate unit costs and revenues, and incorporate Market
Analysis findings to determine product types, phasing, and buildout schedules. Incremental impacts to City revenues and expenditures will be
projected annually based on anticipated absorption, providing a realistic view of fiscal surpluses and deficits throughout development rather than
assuming instant buildout.
Deliverable(s): Fiscal Costs, provided in MS Excel, MS Word, and Adobe PDF
Task 2.11: Master Plan Documentation
All previous tasks in Phase II will serve as the foundation for developing the Master Plan and will be integrated into the draft. The project team will
begin by developing an outline for the Master Plan, detailing the chapters and the expected order of information. At a minimum, the Master Plan will
include a Background section, Vision Statement, Goals, Policies, Land Use Plan, and Design Guidelines. Relevant information from other
deliverables, such as the Market Analysis and Technical Studies, will be incorporated as appropriate. After City staff review, a final outline will be
prepared. The completed Master Plan will be designed to be visually engaging and easy for the public to navigate. Our team includes experienced
technical editors and graphic designers to ensure the document is clear, high -quality, and professionally produced. The Master Plan can be created
through a variety of formats such as Adobe InDesign or Microsoft Word, depending on the preferences of the City.
Deliverable(s): Master Plan Outline; First Draft Master Plan (staff review); Second Draft Master Plan (public review); Final Draft Master Plan,
provided in Adobe PDF.
Task 2.12: Planning Commission Public Hearing
The Michael Baker team will lead, or co -facilitate with City staff, a Planning Commission review and discussion covering the project history, Master
Plan process, key mapping components, and policy issues. The session will also identify any outstanding concerns and potential solutions. Michael
Baker staff will attend in person to present the Master Plan and respond to questions.
Deliverable(s) and Meeting(s): One Planning Commission Public Hearing; Informational presentation and handouts to support Planning
Commission and City Council hearings
Task 2.13: City Council Adoption of the Master Plan
The Michael Baker team will lead, or co -facilitate with City staff, a City Council review and discussion covering the project history, Master Plan
process, key mapping components, and policy issues. The session will also identify any outstanding concerns and potential solutions. Michael Baker
staff will attend in person to present the Master Plan and respond to questions.
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Deliverable(s) and Meeting(s): One City Council Public Hearing; Informational presentation and handouts to support Planning Commission and
City Council hearings
Elizabeth Meyerhoff will lead the Special Studies and Environmental Analysis phases of the Vista Santa Rosa Master Plan. As a
Coachella Valley local and former County of Riverside employee with over two decades of professional experience in planning and
environmental compliance services, Ms. Meyerhoff brings extensive expertise in preparing land use and infrastructure planning
documents, conducting environmental assessments, managing consultations and regulatory permitting processes. Her background
includes managing and preparing a wide array of compliance documents pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA), CEQA-Plus, and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) for a diverse range of clients, including local, state, and
federal agencies, special districts, utility agencies, developers, and non-profit organizations.
Ms. Meyerhoff is recognized for her ability to manage complex projects efficiently, consistently demonstrating skill in prioritizing
project deliverables and managing budget expenditures to ensure successful outcomes. Her local experience and dedication will be
instrumental in guiding the preparation and review of environmental documentation for the Vista Santa Rosa Master Plan, supporting
the City's commitment to environmentally responsible and regulated development.
Phase III Special Studies
Ms. Alicia Gonzalez will oversee day-to-day management and overall supervision of Phase III, while Ms. Elizabeth Meyerhoff will lead the Special
Studies Phase. Michael Baker will prepare comprehensive technical reports to analyze the anticipated construction -related and operational impacts
of the Vista Santa Rosa Master Plan and associated development activities. The special studies will be oriented towards identifying sensitivities
through desktop mapping and database research, followed by presenting mitigation strategies for streamlining future individual and resultant buildout
projects for each resource area. An essential component of the technical analyses will be the development of a mitigation strategy for each
environmental resource, as appropriate. The mitigation strategies will help streamline CEQA compliance for future individual and resultant buildout
projects by providing guidance for determining if any additional project -specific impact assessments are required and the project -specific mitigation
measures for future projects. By outlining specific assessment and mitigation actions and responsibilities, this strategy will also help ensure
compliance with regulatory requirements and foster positive relationships with the tribal community and key stakeholders.
Task 3.1: Project Management and Coordination Meetings
Michael Baker has assembled an experienced and effective special studies team with experience in the Coachella Valley and Riverside County to
execute this important project. The project management team will work closely with City staff and manage the Michael Baker special studies team's
project progress. Management activities include coordinating with the special studies team, focusing on achieving milestones, proactively identifying
potential issues to address, ensuring the proposed timeline is met, monitoring the project budget and progress, providing quality control review of all
completed work products, and overall project administration. The team will meet with the Steering Committee prior to kicking off Phase III (Task U:
Steering Committee Meetings).
Task 3.2: Air Quality, Energy, and GHG Emissions
Air Quality
Existing Conditions/Regulatory Framework I The project is located within the South Coast Air Basin, which is under the jurisdiction of the
South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD). Baseline meteorological and air quality data developed through the California Air
Resources Board (CARB) will be utilized for the description of existing ambient air quality. The analysis will describe and address the
requirements set forth by the SCAQMD CEQA Air Quality Handbook.
Construction -Related Emissions I Construction impacts will be analyzed both qualitatively and quantitatively. The qualitative analysis will
analyze impacts from potential construction activities associated with the Master Plan. A general description of the representative projects, the
major phases of construction, and their timing will be required. The construction analysis will also address emissions related to development of
the Master Plan. The air pollutant emissions during construction will be compared to the SCAQMD's Regional Thresholds of Significance.
Naturally occurring asbestos impacts will also be qualitatively discussed.
Long -Term Emissions I Long term emissions associated with the buildout of the Master Plan will be quantitatively addressed for mobile and
area source emissions.
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Localized Emissions I The project is located within the SCAQMD's Source Receptor Area (SRA) 30 (Coachella Valley). Based on localized
meteorological data for SRA 30, Michael Baker will analyze localized impacts based upon the SCAQMD's Localized Significance Thresholds
(LST) methodology.
Air Emissions Health Impacts I As a result of the California Supreme Court decision for Sierra Club vs. County of Fresno (Friant Ranch L.P.),
the resultant human health impacts from the project's short-term construction and long-term operational air emissions will be analyzed.
Energy Analysis I Michael Baker will analyze the energy implications of the project pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21100(b)(3) and
Appendix G and Appendix F of the CEQA Guidelines. These statutes and guidelines require a project to describe, where relevant, the wasteful,
inefficient, and unnecessary consumption of energy caused by a project. In addition, Appendix G of the CEQA Guidelines requires a consistency
analysis with state or local plans for renewable energy or energy efficiency. The analysis will analyze energy consumption associated with short-term
construction activities and long-term operations using CaIEEMod based on the project's land use data. The analysis will also discuss the effects of
the project on regional and local energy supply, demand, and resources, and the project's consistency with energy standards and requirements.
Additionally, the assessment of environmental impacts on energy resources will include mitigation measures to reduce inefficient and unnecessary
consumption of energy, if necessary.
Greenhouse Gas Emissions I Michael Baker will prepare an inventory of the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (i.e., nitrous oxide, methane, and
carbon dioxide) for the buildout of the Master Plan. The analysis will review project consistency with applicable plans for the purpose of reducing
GHG emissions. The analysis will also review project consistency with the Southern California Association of Governments 2020-2045 Regional
Transportation Plan/Sustainable Communities Strategy (2020-2045 RTP/SCS), California Air Resources Board 2022 Climate Change Scoping Plan,
and the applicable policies from the La Quinta General Plan 2035 for the purpose of reducing GHG emissions.
Deliverable(s): Air Quality, Energy, and GHG Sections of the PEIR, with modeling results included as an appendix
Task 3.3: Biological Resources
Literature Search and Database Reviews I To support the Biological Resources section of the PEIR, Michael Baker will conduct a comprehensive
literature review and database records search of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) California Natural Diversity Database
RareFind 5, the California Native Plant Society Rare Plant Inventory, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Information for Planning and
Consultation Project Planning Tool to determine which special -status plants, animals, and vegetation communities are known to occur or have the
potential to occur within the Master Plan boundary. Michael Baker will also review any available resources or documents provided by the City,
County of Riverside, and the Coachella Valley Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (CVMSHCP).
Biological Resources Desktop Analysis I Following the literature review, a Michael Baker qualified biologist will conduct a desktop analysis to
document baseline biological conditions using available aerial imagery, soil maps, vegetation maps, wetland maps, conservation areas, and other
online resources to evaluate the potential for special -status plant and wildlife species, sensitive habitats and ecological processes, or other locally
regulated resources that may occur within the Master Plan area. This scope of services does not include field surveys. Instead, the desktop analysis
will focus on special -status natural resources and ecological processes that may pose a constraint to future implementation of individual Master Plan
and resultant buildout projects. The results of the desktop review will be documented in the Biological Resources section of the PEIR.
Deliverable(s): Biological Resources section of the PEIR; GIS data identifying sensitive biological resource areas
Task 3A Cultural Resources
Literature Review and Record Search I To support the Cultural Resources section of the PEIR, Michael Baker will conduct a comprehensive
records search through the California Historical Resources Information System (CHRIS) at the South Coastal Information Center, covering the
Master Plan area plus a 0.25-mile buffer. This will identify previously recorded archaeological and historical sites and review prior cultural resource
studies to assess survey coverage and known sites. Historic maps, County registers, and relevant sections of the City's General Plan and/or County
General Plan will be examined to identify historic -era resources. A Sacred Lands File search will be requested from the Native American Heritage
Commission (NAHC) to determine if Native American cultural sites are present. The NAHC will also provide a list of Tribal Contacts that may have
information on Tribal Cultural Resources in the study area. The results of the literature review and records search will form the basis for generating a
cultural context narrative covering area prehistory, ethnographic background (noting tribal groups), and historic -era development (including
influences like the railroad and mining). This context will inform sensitivity assumptions and impact analysis. This scope focuses on archaeological
and tribal cultural resources. Identification and evaluation of historic -era buildings or structures will be handled programmatically by the City if
needed; minor improvements to potentially historic structures are assumed not to cause significant adverse impacts. Therefore, detailed architectural
surveys are not included.
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Cultural Resources Desktop Analysis I Based on the data collected, Michael Baker will prepare a GIS data layers and maps identifying zones of
relative archaeological sensitivity (high, medium, low) across the plan area, as well as a richer understanding of the types of cultural resources that
could be encountered. Michael Baker will package the GIS results (e.g., archaeological site location data, generalized sensitivity rankings, and
archaeological site prediction models) for the City, including an ArcGIS map package or geodatabase and representative maps to be used in the
report and PEIR. All sensitive site location information will be handled in a confidential manner consistent with state law to protect resource locations
The results of the desktop review will be documented in the Cultural Resources section of the PEIR.
Deliverable(s): Cultural Resources section of the PEIR; GIS data identifying sensitive cultural resource areas
Task 3.5: Paleontological Resources
The City's southern Sphere of Influence Area contains geologic formations with varying paleontological sensitivities, and some project locations may
intersect known fossil -bearing strata. This program -level analysis aims to provide an initial assessment of potential impacts to paleontological
resources based on the Master Plan. The methodologies, impact assessment, and mitigation recommendations based on the below technical
analysis will be included directly in the Environmental Impact Analysis chapter of the PEIR.
Literature Review and Database Research I Michael Baker will conduct a records search and literature review to assess paleontological resource
potential in the Master Plan area. We will consult regional repositories for records of known fossil localities and review existing technical studies and
geologic maps to identify relevant formations and deposits. For each geologic unit, we will determine paleontological sensitivity and compile a
summary of formations and their fossil yield, ensuring a thorough understanding of both documented and potential resources.
Geologic and Paleontological Context I Michael Baker will prepare a concise overview of the geological units in the Master Plan area and their
paleontological potential. This will include brief descriptions and ages of each formation (e.g., Holocene alluvium, Pleistocene lakebeds, Miocene
rocks) and a summary of regional fossil discoveries. Each geologic unit will be classified for paleontological sensitivity —high, moderate, or low —
according to SVP and CEQA criteria. The discussion will note what types of fossils may be present, such as Pleistocene megafauna in older
deposits or marine fossils in certain formations. To support impact analysis and mitigation planning, a GIS-based map will be created to show zones
of paleontological sensitivity, identifying areas most likely to contain fossils and be affected by future construction and buildout of the Master Plan.
Deliverable(s): Geology and Soils section of the PEIR; GIS data identifying paleontological resources sensitivity
Task 3.6: Noise and Vibration
Existing Conditions I The applicable noise and land use compatibility criteria for the project area will be reviewed and noise standards regulating
noise impacts will be discussed. A site visit will be conducted, and short-term noise level measurements will be taken at up to 8 locations. The noise
monitoring survey will be conducted to establish baseline noise levels in the County. This scope excludes long-term (24-hour) measurements.
Construction -Related Noise and Vibration I Construction impacts will be analyzed both qualitatively and quantitatively. The qualitative analysis will
analyze impacts from potential construction activities associated with the Master Plan area. The quantitative analysis will analyze up to seven
representative projects by quantifying construction noise levels at nearest sensitive receptors of each representative project. The construction
analysis will also address noise related to development of the Master Plan. Noise impacts from construction sources will be analyzed based on the
anticipated equipment to be used, length of a specific construction task, equipment power type (gasoline or diesel engine), horsepower, load factor,
and percentage of time in use. The construction noise impacts will be evaluated in terms of maximum levels (Lmax) and hourly equivalent continuous
noise levels (Leq) and the frequency of occurrence at adjacent sensitive locations. An analysis of vibration impacts will be based on the Federal
Transit Administration's vibration analysis guidance. Analysis requirements will be based on the sensitivity of the area, specific construction activities,
and Noise Ordinance specifications.
Operational Noise Sources I The operational analysis will be qualitatively presented for the Master Plan improvements as the proposed project
involves infrastructure and facility improvements, which will not generate a significant number of post -construction operational trips or significant
stationary noise sources compared to existing conditions.
For the Master Plan, the project -generated off -site traffic noise levels will be compared to the applicable Noise Ordinance specifications and/or land
use compatibility criteria for off -site uses. On -site noise generating activities (e.g., mechanical equipment, outdoor gathering areas, etc.) will also be
addressed and analyzed for potential impacts to the adjacent uses and will be assessed against the Noise Ordinance specifications. Compliance
with applicable noise standards will be evaluated, with recommended mitigation measures included where appropriate.
Deliverable(s): Noise section of the PEIR, with modeling results included as an appendix
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Task 3.7: Water Supply Assessment
Michael Baker will prepare the WSA in accordance with the Department of Water Resources (DWR) Guidebook for Implementation of Senate Bill
610 and Senate Bill 221 and utilize DWR's checklist for comprehensiveness throughout preparation of the WSA to demonstrate the critical path for
completion and to assure compliance with SB 610.
Task Management and Kickoff and Coordination Meetings I Michael Baker will handle standard task management activities that include budget
tracking, scope tracking, schedule tracking, task assignments, QAIQC, information management, etc. It is assumed that the total budget for these
activities will amount to approximately one (1) hour per week for the duration of this task. Michael Baker will participate in a kickoff meeting to
establish the parameters and expectations of the project. We will issue a Request -for -Information and discuss additional information that may be
needed. We anticipate the kickoff meeting to be a workshop to establish channels of communication and to discuss potential issues of concern
related to the project schedule, the quality of available information and data, the regulatory process and other topics of importance to the Client and
the various participating City Departments. Michael Baker will participate in up to three (3) conference calls for the duration of the project to update
the City on project progress and any outstanding issues.
Water Demand Analysis I Michael Baker will prepare a demand analysis based on the specific requirements of proposed end users. We anticipate
the demand analysis will correspond to anticipated activity once the facility expansion comes online including industrial and commercial floor space,
occupancy, landscaping, and other water -intensive activity. Michael Baker will acquire demand factor data related to land use from the water
distribution agency. We will identify existing water customers that are substantially similar to the proposed end uses as a basis for comparison,
scaling and derivation of demand characteristics. Demands will be quantified in terms of annual requirements and will reflect development phasing
as provided by the Client. Michael Baker will demonstrate how projected demands are anticipated to vary under normal year, single dry year, and
multiple -dry year conditions over a 20-year horizon.
Water Supply Availability I Michael Baker will prepare a water supply analysis to establish water supply availability. The current Urban Water
Management Plan will play a central role in determining existing and projected water supply availability. Other documents and records will be cited
as required by SB 610 to establish recent historical production levels. Michael Baker will demonstrate how projected availability is anticipated to vary
under normal year, single -dry year, and multiple -dry year conditions over a 20-year horizon. To demonstrate water supply sufficiency, Michael Baker
will compare projected supply availability to projected demand under normal year, single -dry year, and multiple -dry year conditions over a 20-year
horizon.
Water Supply Assessment Reports I Michael Baker will prepare a WSA in conformance and compliance with the requirements of SB 610 as
indicated in the Guidebook for Implementation of Senate Bill 610 and Senate Bill 221 by the Department of Water Resources. For purposes of
transparency and comprehensiveness, the WSA will be organized as recommended in the Guidebook including citation of the specific sections of the
Water Code satisfied by each section of the WSA.
Deliverable(s): Request -for -Information (submitted electronically); Draft Water Supply Assessment (Microsoft Word Format); Final Water Supply
Assessment (Microsoft Word and PDF Format)
Task 3.8: VMT Analysis
Michael Baker will prepare a vehicle miles traveled (VMT) assessment to evaluate potential transportation related effects of buildout of the Master
Plan. The VMT Analysis will be prepared according to the City of La Quinta Vehicle Miles Traveled Analysis Policy (City Policy).
Project Scoping I Prior to initiating any technical analysis, Michael Baker will coordinate the scope of the VMT analysis with City staff. The scoping
letter will include VMT metrics, analysis methodologies, project study area, study scenarios, and preliminary understanding of the baseline
conditions. Michael Baker will work closely with City staff to obtain approval of the scoping letter and once approved will proceed with the VMT
analysis. This scope of work assumes a total of two submittals of the scoping agreement (draft and final). If more than two submittals are required, or
additional services are required by the City, an addendum to this scope of work and fee will be prepared.
VMT Assessment I Upon approval of the Scoping Agreement and confirmation of VMT approach and methodology, Michael Baker will conduct a
programmatic level VMT analysis of the land use changes associated with the community plan update. As part of the analysis, the Riverside
Transportation Analysis Model (RIVTAM) regional transportation model will be utilized to identify baseline and future VMT, as well as existing and
future year land uses in the model with the identified traffic analysis zones (TAZs). This scope assumes two model runs. Michael Baker will review
the existing model data to determine what changes to land use assumptions should be made to reflect the uses allowed in the modified zones. The
review will focus on opportunity sites within the City to add or replace the land uses with the planned housing type. The VMT Assessment will also
include an evaluation of trip types, trip generation, and trip characteristics (average trip length), and other necessary socioeconomic data (population,
employment, workers, etc.). The model will be used to determine the change in total countywide VMT. Roadway network modifications may be
required as part of the VMT modelling efforts.
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Reporting and Documentation I Michael Baker will summarize the findings of the VMT analysis in a technical memorandum, which will be
submitted digitally to the City for review. This scope of work assumes model runs for one land use scenario and a total of two cycles of review by City
staff of the VMT assessment. Michael Baker will respond to City comments and will be available for virtual meetings to discuss the findings outlined
in the technical memorandum. If more than two submittals of the memorandum are required, additional modelling is required, or analysis of multiple
land use scenarios are requested, an addendum to this scope of work will be prepared. Upon approval of VMT analysis technical memorandum,
Michael Baker will prepare a final technical memorandum for digital submission to the City. Caltrans coordination is not anticipated for this project.
Meetings and Coordination. I Michael Baker will attend up to 6 hours of meetings related to the VMT Analysis with the City. If additional meeting
time is required, Michael Baker will discuss the request with the project manager. This scope specifically excludes public meetings.
Deliverable(s): Draft Scoping Agreement (PDF Format); Final Scoping Agreement (PDF Format);Draft VMT Analysis (PDF Format); Final VMT
Analysis (PDF Format)
Phase IV CEQA Analysis and Document Preparation
The purpose of this phase is to develop the environmental planning strategy in support of the Vista Santa Rosa Master Plan that would subsequently
lead to area development and growth in a meaningful, thoughtful approach while addressing the broad -scale nature of a master plan document.
Michael Baker recommends the preparation of a Program Environmental Impact Report ("PEIR" as defined by State CEQA Guidelines Section
15168); whereas the report will capture a series of actions that are characterized as one large project [the Master Plan] and are related
geographically and/or as individual activities carried out under the same authorizing statutory and having generally similar environmental effects
which can be mitigated in similar ways. The PEIR is meant to facilitate a streamlined environmental review for future individual and subsequent
development projects within the Master Plan area.
Task 4.1: Project Management and Coordination Meetings
Michael Baker has assembled an experienced and effective team to execute this important project. The project management team will work closely
with City staff and manage the Michael Baker team and overall project progress. Management activities include coordinating with the project team,
focusing on achieving milestones, proactively identifying potential issues to address, ensuring the proposed timeline is met, monitoring the project
budget and progress, providing quality control review of all completed work products, and overall project administration. Our scope of work also
includes budget for monthly virtual project team meetings with the City. Additional meetings can be scheduled at the City's discretion for the
purposes of project status coordination and/or to discuss the City's comments following document review. The team will meet with the Steering
Committee prior to kicking off Phase IV (Task 1.3: Steering Committee Meetings).
Deliverable(s): Monthly project team meeting agendas (Word and PDF formats); Attendance and presentation by Michael Baker project
management team at monthly virtual meetings with City staff; Monthly team meeting notes (Word and PDF formats)
Task 4.2: Environmental Kickoff
Michael Baker will work with the City to schedule an in -person or virtual project kickoff meeting. The purpose of this initial meeting will be to review
and discuss the proposed development assumptions and Master Plan land use plan, discuss the key environmental considerations, and solidify the
schedule. An agenda will be prepared and distributed by Michael Baker's Project Manager prior to the meeting. Following the kickoff meeting,
Michael Baker will prepare meeting minutes and a list of data -needs to inform the project description and an updated project schedule to capture
proposed timelines.
Deliverable(s): Kickoff meeting agenda (Word and PDF formats); Attendance by Michael Baker project management team at kickoff meeting;
Kickoff meeting minutes (Word and PDF formats); Updated PEIR schedule (PDF format); List of data needs
Task 4.3: Project Description
The Project Description for the PEIR will be an important factor for how the environmental impact analysis is conducted. Michael Baker will
collaborate with City staff to develop the PEIR Project Description that will describe CEQA-required elements of the Master Plan and the required
approvals. A key component in the PEIR Project Description will include working closely with the City to develop objectives of the project. Carefully
crafted objectives will also help Michael Baker and the City determine the alternatives to be discussed in the PEIR, as well as screening out
alternatives that do not meet most of the objectives.
The project description will detail the proposed Master Plan, its land use plan, and buildout. Michael Baker will submit a draft Project Description to
the City for review and comment. One round of consolidated comments from staff are assumed prior to finalizing the Project Description, which will
serve as the basis for the impact analyses in the PEIR.
Deliverable(s): Draft Project Description (Word format); Final Project Description (Word format)
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Task 4.4: Notice of Preparation
Michael Baker will prepare a Notice of Preparation (NOP) for City review that includes a brief project description and a summary of the probable
significant effects on the environment as the result of implementation of the Master Plan. The NOP will describe where written comments on the
scope of the PEIR may be sent and the deadline for submitting comments. The NOP will also identify the date and location of a public scoping
meeting to be held for the PEIR. Following City staff review, Michael Baker will revise the NOP and produce the final document. Michael Baker will
also prepare an NOP distribution list, and once approved by the City, distribute the NOP, including submittals to the State Clearinghouse. This scope
of work assumes the City will file the NOP with the Riverside County Clerk. The NOP will be circulated for public review and comment for 30 days.
As part of the NOP release, Michael Baker assumes the City will prepare and mail the necessary correspondence requesting Native American
consultation associated with compliance with Assembly Bill (AB) 52 and Senate Bill 18 (SB 18), and the City will handle any requests from Native
American tribes to consult, including attending consultation meetings with tribes. The City will also prepare a consultation log with supporting
documentation (e.g., letters, emails, phone conversation summaries) for inclusion in the environmental document. Because the City has already
determined that a programmatic approach to the environmental review is needed, Michael Baker recommends the City forego the preparation and
distribution of an Initial Study, which will reduce the overall schedule and cost for the PEIR.
Deliverable(s): Draft NOP (Word format); Final NOP (Word and PDF formats); NOP distribution list (Word format)
Task 4.5: Public Scoping Meeting
Michael Baker will assist the City in conducting a scoping meeting during the 30-day NOP public review period. Michael Baker will facilitate the public
meeting, including intake of public comments on the project. We will provide a draft and final presentation, as well as prepare comment sheets and
sign -in sheets. Michael Baker will summarize the comments received during the meeting for documentation in the PEIR.
Deliverable(s): Draft Presentation (Microsoft PowerPoint format); Final Presentation (Microsoft PowerPoint format); Meeting Minutes (PDF Format)
Task 4.6: First Administrative Draft PER
Michael Baker will prepare a PEIR to analyze the environmental impacts of the proposed Master Plan. Prior to preparing the First Administrative
Draft PEIR, we will provide a recommended format for the City to review and approve. The format will be easy to read while providing a clear
mechanism for use on subsequent project review to streamline environmental review, as well as meeting new state requirements for Americans With
Disabilities accessibility compliance. Following is more detail on each proposed chapters of the Draft PEIR:
Executive Summary I The Executive Summary will concisely describe the proposed project and summarize the main findings of the PEIR. We will
include a matrix that summarizes the impacts, the significance of each impact before mitigation implementation, recommended mitigation measures,
and the significance of each impact after mitigation implementation. The Executive Summary will also summarize areas of controversy, alternatives
analyzed, and any significant and unavoidable impacts.
Introduction I The Introduction will describe the organization, type, and use of the PEIR; the environmental review process; the focus of the
analysis; other documents used to prepare the PEIR; lead and responsible agencies; and opportunities for public comment.
Project Description I The Project Description will include carefully crafted program objectives as well as key assumptions for projects that could be
implemented as part of the Master Plan and its buildout in the future.
Environmental Impact Analysis I The PEIR will describe the existing environmental and regulatory settings, thresholds of significance, and
analysis methodology and will identify impacts that would result from the Master Plan implementation, the level of impact significance, mitigation
measures to reduce the impact to a less than significant level, residual impacts, and any unavoidable significant impacts.
The PEIR will address all 20 resource topics in the State CEQA Guidelines. Based on our initial evaluation, we anticipate dedicated chapters
focusing on key resource topics detailed above (e.g., air quality, energy, GHG, biology, cultural and tribal cultural resources, geology and soils,
noise, population and housing, transportation, and utilities and service systems) while other, less relevant topics will be aggregated in an "effects
found not to be significant' section (e.g., recreation, wildfire, and mineral resources).
Alternatives I A PEIR must consider a reasonable range of potentially feasible alternatives that will foster informed decision -making and public
participation. The alternatives considered in the PEIR should be able to attain most of the basic objectives of the project but avoid or substantially
lessen resulting significant environmental effects. Michael Baker will coordinate with City staff to develop up to one build alternative and one land use
alternative to the proposed project, in addition to the no project alternative. These alternatives will be described and contrasted with the proposed
project in terms of the extent that the alternatives can achieve project objectives or reduce adverse impacts.
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Other CEQA Requirements I The PEIR will include all other required sections, including growth -inducing impacts of the project, significant
irreversible environmental effects, a summary of significant and unavoidable impacts of the project, a list of the report preparers, and references. The
growth inducement analysis will discuss ways in which the Master Plan could indirectly or directly foster economic or population growth. This could
include construction of additional housing or projects that would remove obstacles to population growth.
Deliverable(s): First Administrative Draft PER (Word format)
Task 4.7: Second Administrative Draft PEIR
Michael Baker will respond to one consolidated set of comments from the City on the First Administrative Draft PEIR and will prepare the Second
Administrative Draft PEIR. All revisions made to the text in response to City comments will be completed in tracked changes format to allow for ease
of review.
Deliverable(s): Second Administrative Draft PEIR (Word format)
Task 4.8: Public Review Draft PEIR
Upon receipt of one consolidated set of comments from the City on the Second Administrative Draft PEIR, Michael Baker will prepare the Public
Review Draft PEIR in clean format which will include all technical appendices. Once the Public Review Draft PEIR is complete, Michael Baker will
coordinate with the City to release the document for public review.
Deliverable(s): Public Review Draft PEIR (Word and PDF formats, with one hard copy with appendices on flash drive)
Task 4.9: Notices and Distribution (Public Review Draft PEIR)
Michael Baker will prepare draft versions of the Notice of Availability (NOA), Notice of Completion (NOC), and State Clearinghouse Summary Form,
and we will revise each document based on one round of City comments. The City will file the NOA with the Riverside City Clerk and Michael Baker
will submit the Draft PEIR (including technical appendices), NOA, signed NOC, and Summary Form to the State Clearinghouse. This scope of work
assumes the City will distribute the NOA to applicable agencies, stakeholders, interested parties, and adjacent property owners. Additionally, Michael
Baker will prepare a notice for posting in a newspaper of local circulation; the City will coordinate with the newspaper to ensure timely publication.
Michael Baker assumes the City will pay noticing printing and postage fees, the County Clerk processing fee, as well as the newspaper
advertisement fee.
Deliverable(s): Draft and final versions of the NOA, NOC, State Clearinghouse Summary Form, and newspaper advertisement (Word and PDF
formats)
Task 4.10: Administrative Final PEIR
At the conclusion of the 45-day public review period, Michael Baker will review comment letters received on the Draft PEIR and will prepare draft
responses to comments. A summary table identifying agencies and individuals that commented on the Draft PEIR, a copy of each comment letter
with a code assigned to each individual comment (e.g., A-1, A-2, B-1, B-2), a response to each comment, and an errata section containing any Draft
PEIR text revisions will be prepared. As it is inherently difficult to estimate the level of effort required to respond to public comments until the number
and extent of comment letters are known, for cost estimating purposes, Michael Baker has assumed approximately 80 hours of professional time to
prepare the draft responses to comments. Should there be more extensive comment letters, or letters received from attorneys representing
organized opposition, Michael Baker will work with the City to identify an appropriate budget amendment to match the level of effort required to
provide written responses.
An MMRP will be prepared consistent with CEQA Guidelines Section 15097 for inclusion in the Final PEIR. The MMRP will provide a table listing
each mitigation measure identified in the PEIR, along with the timing of implementation and the entity responsible for implementation and monitoring
Additionally, Michael Baker will prepare the required CEQA Findings in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15091 for each effect identified in
the PEIR. Project alternatives will also be discussed. A Statement of Overriding Considerations will be prepared, if necessary, pursuant to CEQA
Guidelines Section 15093, describing the rationale for approving the proposed project in light of any significant and unavoidable impacts.
Deliverable(s): First Administrative Final PEIR, including responses to comments, MMRP, CEQA Findings, and Statement of Overriding
Considerations (Word format)
Task 4.11: Final PEIR
Upon receipt of one consolidated set of comments from the City on the Administrative Final PEIR, Michael Baker team will prepare the Final PEIR
which will include all technical appendices. Once the Final PEIR is complete, Michael Baker will coordinate with the City to release the document
prior to the Planning Commission and City Council hearings to consider the Final PEIR for certification.
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Deliverable(s): Final PEIR, including responses to comments, MMRP, CEQA Findings, and Statement of Overriding Considerations (Microsoft Word
and PDF formats, with one hard copy of the Final PEIR with appendices on flash drive)
Task 4.12: Notices and Distribution (Final PEIR)
Michael Baker will prepare a draft NOC for the Final PEIR and will revise it based on one round of City comments. Michael Baker will submit the
Final PEIR (including technical appendices and the MMRP) and signed NOC to the State Clearinghouse. Michael Baker will also coordinate with the
City on additional notifications, including notification requirements associated with the Final PEIR and public hearing for PEIR certification. Michael
Baker will also prepare the Notice of Determination (NOD) for City review and will finalize the document based on one round of City comments. This
scope of work assumes the City will file the signed NOD with the Riverside County Clerk and Michael Baker will file to the State Clearinghouse within
5 days of PEIR certification. We assume the City will provide payment for the CDFW EIR filing fee and the Riverside County Clerk processing fee.
Deliverable(s): Draft NOC (PDF format); Final NOC (PDF format); Draft NOD (PDF format); Final NOD (PDF format)
Task 4.13: Public Hearings
Michael Baker's CEQA project manager or representative will attend up to two hearings with Planning Commission and/or City Council to assist in
addressing any CEQA-related questions, as directed by the City. Additional hearing support can be provided on a time and materials basis.
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SECTION 5 SCHEDULE/ TIMELINE
The proposed schedule shows the estimated durations for Phases I -IV included with this proposal. To comply with the Page Limit, only Phase I is shown for Phase I: Community Outreach Strategy, although we expect several supporting tasks related to Phase I to occur throughout the project lifetime. The team is
equipped to accommodate changes to the schedule, including adjustments to start or end dates, project duration, or the sequence of tasks to accommodate La Quinta.
ID Task Name
Duration Start (Finish L5
1
Contract Award (March 2026)
Phase I: Community Outreach Strategy
Task 1.1: Project Management and Coordination Meetings
Task 1.2: Community Outreach Plan (Phase I Only)
Task 1.3: Steering Committee Meetings (Phase I Only)
Task 1.4: Project Branding (Phase I Only)
Task 1.5: Website Development (Phase I Only)
Task 1.6: Promotional Material (Phase I Only)
Task 1.7: Community Survey (Phase I Only)
Task 1.8: Community Wide Public Workshops (Phase I Only)
Phase It: Master Plan
Task 2.1: Project Management and Coordination Meetings
Task 2.2: Document Library and GIS Database Development
Task 2.3: Existing Conditions Analysis
Task 2.4: Conceptual Land Use Alternatives and Policy Recommendations
1 day
71 days
71 days
2 wks
1 day
3 wks
2 wks
2 wks
10.6 wks
1 day
272 days
272 days
3 wks
4 wks
4 wks
Tue 3/3/26 Tue 3/3/26 1
Wed 3/4/26 Wed 6/10/26
Wed 3/4/26 Wed 6/10/26 l�MIN
Wed 3/4/26 Tue 3/17/26 t 1
Wed 4/15/26 Wed 4/15/26
Wed 3/25/26 Tue 4/14/26 I 1
Wed 3/25/26 Tue 4/7/26 1 1
Wed 3/25/26 Tue 4/7/26 1 1
Wed 3/25/26 Fri 6/5/26 1
Wed 6/10/26 Wed 6/10/26 1
Wed 7/1/26 Thu 7/15/27
Wed 7/1/26 Thu 7/15/27
Wed 7/1/26 Tue 7/21/26
Wed 7/22/26 Tue 8/18/26
Wed 8/19/26 Tue 9/15/26
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
Task 2.5: Preferred Conceptual Land Use Alternative
Task 2.6: Updated Design Guidelines
Task 2.7- Market Analysis
Task 2.8: Buildout Feasibility
Task 2.9: Fiscal Impact Analysis and Net Revenue Assessment
Task 2.10: Fiscal Costs Assessment
Task 2.11: Master Plan Documentation
Task 2.12: Planning Commission Public Hearing
Task 2.13: City Council Adoption of the Master Plan
Phase III: Special Studies
Phase IV: CEO.A Analysis and Document Preparation
Task 4.1: Project Management and Coordination Meetings
Task 4.2: Environmental Kickoff
Task 4.3: Project Description
Task 4.4- Notice of Preparation
Task 4.5: Public Scoping Meeting
Task 4.6: First Administrative Draft PEIR
Task 4.7: Second Administrative Draft PEIR
Task 4.8: Public Review Draft PEIR
Task 4.9: Notices and Distribution (Public Review Draft PEIR)
Task 4.10: Administrative Final PEIR
Task 4.11: Final PEIR
Task 4.12: Notices and Distribution (Final PEIR)
Task 4.13: Public Hearings
5 wks
4 wks
2 wks
1 wk
1 wk
2 wks
5 wks
1 day
1 day
9 wks
192 days
192 days
1 day
3 wks
30 edays
1 day
6 wks
4 wks
2 wks
45 edays
2 wks
2 wks
10 days
18 days
Wed 9/16/26 Tue 10/20/26
Wed 10/21/26Tue 11/17/26
Wed 10/21/26Tue 11/3/26
Wed 11/4126 Tue 11/10/26
Wed 11/11/26Tue 11/17/26
Wed 11/18/26Tue 12/1/26
Wed 12/2/26 Tue 1/5/27
Tue 6/22/27 Tue 6/22/27
Thu 7/15/27 Thu 7/15/27
Wed 10/21/26Tue 12/22/26
Wed 10/21/2EThu 7/15/27
Wed 10/21/26Thu 7/15/27
Wed 10/21/26 Wed 10/22/26
Thu 10/22/26 Wed 11/11/26
Thu 11/12/26 Sat 12/12/26
Wed 12/2/26 Wed 12/2/26
Wed 12/23/26Tue 2/2/27
Wed 2/3/27 Tue 3/2/27
Wed 3/3/27 Tue 3/16/27
Tue 3/16/27 Fri 4/30/27
Mon S/3/27 Fri S/14/27
Mon 5/17/27 Fri 5/28/27
Mon 5/31/27 Fri 6/11/27
Tue 6/22/27 Thu 7/15/27
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
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1
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SECTION 6 FEE SCHEDULE
We've outlined a fee that we believe meets the project objectives and requested Scope. If there are areas the City would like to refine or modify, we would be glad to collaborate with La Quinta and make changes.
In accordance with Addendum No. 1, Michael Baker has utilized a 2.7 overhead percentage rate for this proposal. It is realized that the proposed costs are in fact an approximation of the labor and reimbursable costs by task. Actual costs per task within the framework of the not -to -exceed budget amount will be billed
on a time -and -materials basis. Michael Baker requests flexibility to increase or decrease the level of effort between tasks and among staff within the total not -to -exceed limit of the task.
TASK
Dire c to r-
r , C P rin c ip a I
$ 275.00 $ 265.00
Senior Project Public Finance Project Senior Env Staff Planner/ Translation G raphic Artist/ P la n n e r/ E n v
Manager Manager Manager Tech. Manager Project Planner Analyst Env. Analyst Services Tech. Editor Assistant Total Total
$ 240.00 1 $ 215.00 1 $ 200.00 $ 185.00 $ 175.00 $ 165.00 $ 130.00 $ 145.00 1 $ 120.00 $ 110.00 Hours Cost
r
Task 1.1: Project Management and Coordination Meetings
10
30 30 70 $12,550
Task 1.2: Community Outreach Plan (Phase I Only)
2
5
10
15
32
$5,825
Task 1.3: Steering Committee Meetings (Phases I, II, III, IV)
6
16
24
10
56
$9,010
Task 1.4: Pro'ectBrandin (Phase IOnI)
2
10
15
20
10
57
$7,980
Task 1.5: Website Development (Phases I, 11, III, IV; Spanish Translations)
7
23
25
10
15
20
100
$15,155
Task 1.6: Promotional Material (Phases I, Il, III, IV; Spanish Translations)
4
1 18
10
35
40
107
$15,835
Task 1.7: Community Survey (Phase I Onl ; Spanish Translations)
2
10
15
8
20
55
$8,040
Task 1.8: Communit Wide Public Workshops (Phases 1,11; Spanish Translations)
20
40
78
38
137
10
323
$46,490
Phase I Other Direct Costs
$12,500
PhaselSubtotal
2
56
0
0
157
0
0
0
212
91
232
800
$133,385
Task 2.1: Pro'ectManagement and Coordination Meetings
15
40
35
90
$ 16,525.00
Task 2.2: Document Library and GIS Database Development
40
60
100
$ 12,400.00
Task 2.3: Existing Conditions Analysis
2
20
20
40
82
$ 13,030.00
Task 2.4: Conceptual Land Use Alternatives and Policy Recommendations
10
60
50
20
140
$ 26,500.00
Task 2.5: Preferred Conceptual Land Use Alternative
4
10
20
15
10
10
69
$ 13,025.00
Task 2.6: Updated Design Guidelines
50
70
140
260
$ 35,900.00
Task 2.7: Market Anal sis
80
1
65
145
$ 24,350.00
Task 2.8: Buildout Feasibility
60
40
100
$ 17,300.00
Task 2.9: Fiscal Impact Anal sis and Net Revenue Assessment
80
80
160
$ 26,000.00
Task 2.10: Fiscal Costs Assessment
30
20
50
$ 8,650.00
Task 2.11: Master Plan Documentation
4
10
36
40
80
170
$ 25,750.00
Task 2.12: Planning Commission Public Hearing
81
6
14
$ 2,380,00
Task 2.13: City Council Adoption ofthe Master Plan
8
6
14
$ 2,380.00
Phase 11 Other Direct Costs
I
I
1
1
$ 1,250.00
Phase #Subtotal
8
47
0
250
2421
851
01
01
2271
01
3301
205
1394
$225,440
Phase III - Special Studies-m-
Task 3.1: Project Management and Coordination Meetings
4
16
20
$4,900
Task 3.2: Air Quality, E nergy, and G HG Emissions
18
10
52
56
60
4
200
$36,970
Task 3.3: Biological Resources
8
18
30
6
40
18
120
$21,800
Task 3.4: Cultural Resources
4
6
40
20
40
10
120
$19,800
Task 3.5: Paleontological Resources
4
4
8
12
8
5
41
$7,240
Task 3.6: Noise and Vibration
8
4
14
20
40
4
90
$16,250
Task 3.7:Water Su I Assessment
1 91
81
1
1
1 261
241
1
1 3
1
1 70
$13,175
Task 3.8: VMT Analysis
2
6
30
60
8
8
114
$19,420
Phase III Other Direct Costs (VMT Modeling, Mileage, Records Searches)
J
$ 41,500.00
Phase ///Subtotal
D,
Task 4.1: Project Management and Coordination Meetings
57
10
72
30
0
0
174
140
224
56
20
0
52
0
775
60
$181,055
$12750
Task 4.2: Environmental Kickoff
1
6
3
10
$Z095
Task 4.3: Project Description
2
2
8
20
8
40
$6,560
Task 4.4: Notice of Preparation
1
3
12
2
18
$2,785
Task 4.5: Public Scoping Meeting
6
8
4
2
20
$4,270
Task 4.6: First Administrative DraftPEIR
4
8
40
78
84
16
20
250
$41,510
Task 4.7: Second Administrative DraftPEIR
4
201
24
44
8
100
$16,740
Task4.8: Public Review DraftPEIR
2
8
14
16
40
$6,190
Task4.9: Notices and Distribution (Public Review DraftPEIR)
4
10
6
20
$2,980
Task 4.10:Administrative Final PER
2
4
12
24
30
8
80
$13,550
Task4.11: Final EIR
2
8
10
30
50
$8,100
Task 4.12: Notices and Distribution (Final PER)
4
10
2
16
$2,500
Task 4.13: Public Hearings
12
16
28
$7,020
Phase IV Other Direct Costs
1 $ 1,500,00
Phase lV Subtotal
TOTALi
8
52
167
0
0
0
136
0
281
0
68
731
$128,250
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SECTION 7 LIST OF COMPLEMENTARY SERVICES WITH
PRICES
The Michael Baker team is prepared to provide a comprehensive suite of specialized services to support the successful development and
implementation of the Vista Santa Rosa Master Plan. By leveraging the expertise of our experienced in-house professionals, we can promptly
address the City's evolving requirements without delay. This includes disciplines such as infrastructure and civil engineering, hazards and hazardous
materials management, tribal coordination, graphic design, grants and finance support, GIS (Geographic Information Systems), and land
survey/mapping. The immediate availability of these services ensures that the project benefits from seamless integration and efficient workflow,
allowing for rapid response to emerging needs as the Master Plan progresses.
Complementary services with prices are included below but are not exhaustive list of what the Michael Baker team can provide. To ensure
transparency and flexibility, we will engage in detailed discussions with the City to establish the precise scope of work for each discipline before
finalizing pricing. This collaborative approach guarantees that the services provided are tailored to the specific objectives of the project and that costs
are accurately aligned with the agreed -upon scope, promoting clarity and mutual understanding throughout the planning and execution phases. If
selected, a formal Fee Schedule with direct rates can be provided to the City.
1. In Person Community Pop -Ups
In addition to the public workshops proposed in Phase I Community Outreach Strategy, the Michael Baker team can host two Pop -Up events at
popular City events in Phase I and Phase II. These Pop -Ups can be hosted at signature City events such as farmers markets, art events, horse
shows, trails events, or food festivals. Pop-up outreach can also be integrated into well -attended, regularly scheduled City events. Pop-up workshops
would incorporate activity -based opportunities for the public to provide input. Stations with display boards and varying prompts can gauge feedback
through voting or post -it note activities. The team could also use iPads to incorporate digital opportunities to provide input through the Interactive
Mapping or Idea Wall concepts. One Spanish speaker would be available at each of the Pop -ups to translate the materials. The estimated cost for
the Community Pop -ups is $8,000.
2. Focus Group Interviews
To help support engagement in Phase I Community Outreach Strategy Michael, Baker can host a series of four small -group interviews with
relevant stakeholders. The team assumes stakeholder groups will consist of 5-7 representatives and can include a mix of similar
stakeholders representing different groups. Michael Baker would prepare meeting presentation materials, collateral, agendas, and meeting
min utesldocumentation. A summary of collected input will also be provided to the City at the conclusion of the stakeholder interview series. The
estimated cost for Focus Group Interviews $6,000.
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SECTION 8 SUBCONTRACTING SERVICES
As a full -service civil engineering, planning, and consulting firm, the Michael Baker team does not propose the use of subconsultants as part of this
scope of work. This integrated approach enables us to efficiently manage all aspects of the project, ensuring seamless coordination, consistent
quality, and clear communication throughout each phase —from community outreach strategy and master planning to special studies and CEQA
analysis.
SECTION 9 DISCLOSURES
Due to the specialized and complex nature of professional services provided by Michael Baker, misunderstandings regarding responsibility and
culpability can occasionally arise. As a result, Michael Baker periodically becomes involved in litigation related to its work. These legal matters are
most often resolved either through dismissal or by reaching a mutual settlement agreement between the parties involved. Such occurrences are not
uncommon within the professional services industry, where the scope of work and contractual obligations can sometimes lead to differing
interpretations or disputes.
To ensure transparency and maintain the highest standards of professional integrity, Michael Baker conducts thorough investigations and inquiries
through its legal department whenever required. Based on the most recent review conducted by the preparer of this disclosure, there have been no
instances in the past five (5) years where Michael Baker has been terminated for default. While litigation is a typical aspect of operating within this
industry, Michael Baker has not been found at fault to the extent that it resulted in termination for default during this period. The company remains
committed to addressing all legal matters responsibly and in accordance with industry best practices, upholding its reputation as a reliable and
trusted partner for its clients.
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SECTION 10 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF INSURANCE
REQUIREMENTS
If selected, Michael Baker will provide the minimum insurance coverage and indemnification noted in Exhibits E and F, respectively, of the City's
Agreement for Contract Services included in the RFP as Attachment 1.
INSURANCE REOUIREMENTS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Must be executed by proposer and submitted with the proposal
I. Christopher Alberts (name) hereby acknowledge and confirm
that Michael Baker International
( 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
am Vice President
(Title)
of Michael Baker International
(Company)
Commercial General Liability (at least as broad as ISO CG 0001)
S 1,000,000 (per occurrence): S2.000,000 (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)
S 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:
Workers Compensation Waiver of Subrogation
Workers Compensation Declaration of Sole Proprietor if applicable
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SECTION 11 NON -COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT
NON -COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT FORM
A4ust be executed by proposer and submitted with the proposal
Christopher Alberts
I am Vice President
(name) hereby declare as follo.•.s:
of Michael Baker International
(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 .-. ith 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 ;.,ith 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 a.•.arding 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 breakdo.•.n thereof. or the contents thereof. or divulged information or data relative
hereto. or paid. and .-.,ill 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 la.•.,s of the State of California that the foregoing is
true and correct.
Proposer Signature:
Proposer Name:
Proposer Title:
Company Name:
Address:
Christopher Alberts
Vice President
Michael Baker International
75-410 Gerald Ford Drive, Suite 100, Palm Desert, CA 92211
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SECTION 12 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF ADDENDA
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RECEIPT OF ADDENDA
A4ust be executed by proposer and submitted with the proposal:
If no addenda has been issued. mark -N/A" under Addendum No. indicating
Not Applicable and sign
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SECTION 2.1311 RESUMES
PEAlicia Gonzalez Contract Manager
As an Associate Vice President/Department Manager at Michael Baker, Ms. Gonzalez has
broad experience in both community planning and preparing environmental compliance
documentation pursuant to CEQA and NEPA requirements for public and private sector clients. She prides herself
on her ability to contribute to successful project delivery through time management, task prioritization, and regularly
scheduled check -ins with project staff and subconsultants; organization and detailed note taking skills including
meeting agendas, minutes and action items, as well as administrative record compilation and file upkeep; carefully
monitoring project budget and schedule; and upholding Michael Baker's robust QA/QC policy.
In addition to her work with Michael Baker, Alicia serves as Chapter Director of the Association of Environmental
Professionals - Inland Empire Chapter.
Relevant Experience
INTERNATIONAL
Years with Michael Baker
11
Years of Experience
Education
B.S., 2014, Biological
Science, California State
University at San Marcos
Cabazon Infrastructure Plan and Community Plan, Riverside County, California. Riverside County. Project Manager. Michael Baker is
preparing a Program EIR for the infrastructure plan and community plan to develop approximately 7,665 acres along Interstate 10. The Cabazon
Infrastructure Plan includes the availability and expansion of seven essential services such as water supply, wastewater treatment, electricity, natural
gas, stormwater, transportation, and broadband infrastructure in the Cabazon Community Plan area. The purpose of the community's land use plan
and infrastructure plan is to prepare the Cabazon area for significant anticipated growth and development, particularly as the region plan for the
possibility of accommodating up to 25,000 new housing units over the next 30 years.
Sixth Cycle Housing Element Update, Riverside County, California. Riverside County. Community Outreach Specialist/Environmental Lead.
Michael Baker assisted the County with its 2021 to 2029 Housing Element Update. This project included extensive community outreach (including in
Vista Santa Rosa); preparing a general plan amendment; re -designating and rezoning land to accommodate the County's RHNA of 40,647 units;
preparing changes to the county's zoning code to address requirements per state law; and preparing an Addendum to EIR No. 548.
Eastvale General Plan Update, Eastvale, California. City of Eastvale. Community Outreach Specialist/Environmental Lead. Michael Baker
provided planning services for a comprehensive General Plan Update. Branded "Eastvale 2040," the General Plan was the first City plan built from
the ground up since the City's incorporation in 2010. Michael Baker helped develop goals, objectives, and policies focused on housing, land use,
circulation, sustainability, conservation, and public safety, as well as assistance with the development and implementation of a public outreach and
engagement campaign to solicit input from the community and completed an EIR.
On -Call General Plan Planning and Environmental Support, Riverside County, California. Riverside County. Contract Manager. Michael Baker
has provided on -call general plan support to the County since 2014. Responsibilities include processing General Plan Amendments, CEQA
compliance, zoning code amendments, objective design standards, and climate action plan support. Michael Baker has also completed the County's
General Plan Amendments and CEQA documents.
Hub City Centre Specific Plan Amendment & EIR Addendum, Colton, California. City of Colton. Project Manager. Michael Baker prepared an
amendment to the Hub City Centre Specific Plan to implement programs 10, 11, and 18 to rezone sites in the Specific Plan Area to meet the City's
RHNA. The sites identified would be rezoned to RES-MU (Residential Mixed -Use), which is a new zoning district. The new RES-MU zone would
allow a minimum density of 20 dwelling units per acre (du/ac) and a maximum density of 40 du/ac Michael Baker also prepared Objective Design
Standards that apply to the new RES-MU zone. An EIR Addendum was prepared to cover the proposed Specific Plan Amendment and ODS.
Relevant Equestrian Planning Experience
Housing Element & ODS, CEQA Guidelines SB 131 Checklist, Los Altos Hills, California. Town of Los Altos Hills. Environmental
Lead. The proposed Project would implement Program A-1 from the adopted Sixth Cycle Housing Element (amended July 2025),
resulting in the rezoning of at least 19 acres via the creation of two new multifamily zones The sites identified would be rezoned to one
of two proposed individual zones: a multifamily zone or a multifamily overlay zone. The multifamily zones would be adopted with Objective Design
Standards that would provide for the future development of residential housing at a density of 20-24 du/ac. In addition, minor amendments to the
General Plan Land Use Element would be made for consistency purposes.
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Valerie Clarke, P LA, A I C P Phase 1& 2 Task Manager
Ms. Clarke will lead Phase 1 and Phase 2 with her 13 years of professional experience in
FI'M' community planning and community outreach as a certified planner. She has a strong track
record of managing municipal planning projects which includes overseeing initiatives that incorporated innovative
community outreach and engagement methods across Southern California. Ms. Clarke's approach emphasizes
collaboration with stakeholders and the broader community, ensuring that outreach efforts are both effective and
inclusive while employing her graphic design skills to effectively communicate ideas and consensus -building during
the Master Plan phase of projects.
In addition to her background in community planning and outreach, she is a licensed landscape architect, which
enables her to take a holistic approach to projects by effectively integrating land use, and public amenities in
response to demographic, market, economic, physical, and organizational dynamics. Her previous master planning
efforts span both revitalizing developed spaces and preparing undeveloped areas for future buildout. Her experience
in leading these initiatives will be instrumental in developing and implementing a comprehensive community
outreach strategy and master plan tailored to the unique needs and character of the Vista Santa Rosa area.
Relevant ExperiencF
The Rancho San Gorgonio (RSG) Specific Plan and Design Standards, Banning, California. Diversified Pacific.
Project Manager. The Rancho San Gorgonio (RSG) Specific Plan proposes an 831-acre master planned residential
community within the City of Banning and its sphere of influence. The RSG Specific Plan aims to fulfill the City of
Banning's smart growth objectives by creating a development and design standards that responds to planning needs
of the area. Michael Baker drafted and organized the Plan to be organized into 44 planning areas (PAs) that include
a variety of residential densities, lot types and housing types, common open spaces, an elementary school site, and
a commercial area. Parks and paseos are incorporated throughout the community and buffer the converging existing
creeks, while providing walking, riding and vehicle access throughout the community and connecting the RSG
Specific Plan's distinct walkable "Village" neighborhoods.
INTERNATIONAL
Years with Michael Baker
1
Years of Experience
13
Education
M.L.A., 2019, Landscape
Architecture, Illinois
Institute of Technology
B.A., 2012, Urban and
Regional Planning,
University of Illinois at
Urbana -Champaign
Licenses/Certifications
Landscape Architect,
Michigan, 2022,
11096115-2202
American Institute of
Certified Planners, 37368
Sunrise Property Master Plan, San Bernardino County, California. San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District. Project Manager and
Outreach. Responsible for creating a new vision for 1,658 acres of undeveloped land that was purchased by the San Bernardino Valley Municipal
Water District near the city of Mentone. Throughout this project, the team evaluated different programs and multi -purpose strategies to address the
client's and community's needs. Different programs evaluated were public amenities, open space, trails, architectural features including
headquarters (HQ) and educational center (EDU), and potential partnerships for lease. The efforts identified expansive, multi -beneficial solutions
That brought various cities and agencies together in entering partnerships with the Valley District. Community outreach was integral in the process
and consisted of several workshops and informational sessions.
Empire Groves Specific Plan and Design Standards, Ontario, California. City of Ontario. Project Manager. The Empire Groves Specific Plan
establishes land use regulations, development standards, and design guidelines tailored to the unique goals of the housing and retail development
envisioned at this particular location. The Specific Plan defines the uses that are permitted and their locations, as well as design guidelines for
buildings and related on -site improvements. The Michael Baker team drafted the Specific Plan to ensure that the area develops in a coordinated
manner with adequate consideration of infrastructure, services, public safety, and project financing.
Lake Elsinore Objective Development and Design Standards, Lake Elsinore, California. City of Lake Elsinore. Planner. Michael Baker was
tasked with the development of Objective Development and Design Standards for commercial, mixed -use, multi -family and industrial zoning districts.
The project includes a comprehensive review of existing conditions, and the creation of clear, enforceable standards for building height, placement,
orientation, open space, parking, and design elements. The project emphasizes the use of measurable requirements and visual tools to streamline
the permitting process, enhance urban design, and comply with state laws.
King Harbor Amenities Plan, Redondo Beach, California. City of Redondo Beach. Project Manager and Outreach. The Public Amenities Plan
serves as a powerful tool to guide growth for both the waterfront's immediate future and its long-term future. The plan conducted a feasibility study to
determine which areas to rebuild or renovate; how to improve public access and connectivity; and implementation and phasing for the waterfront's
longevity overall. To address environmental issues, the team considered the impacts of sea -level rise and seasonal flooding along the waterfront. To
bring all project components to life, the team identified funding sources; built partnerships with stakeholders; and advanced designs. The design
team leveraged a creative and multi -layered community outreach approach that included in -person, on -site interactions in concert with online
participation to allow residents to express their views organically and in their own time.
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Elizabeth Meyerhoff Phase3&4TaskManager
Elizabeth is a seasoned planning and environmental professional with two decades of hands-
on, working knowledge preparing environmental assessments, land use and infrastructure
planning documents and regulatory permitting services. She has managed and peer -reviewed numerous CEQA,
CEQA-Plus, and NEPA compliance documents on behalf of local, state, and federal agencies, as well as special
districts, utility agencies, developers, and non-profit community groups. She enjoys managing complex projects and
has a proven record for successfully prioritizing project deliverables and budget expenditures. Community outreach
efforts include recognizing project -specific needs, hosting open houses, and delivering project presentations to
decision -makers and committees including engagement in direct dialog with the public and key stakeholders.
Elizabeth places special emphasis on providing quality consulting services for public and private projects while
ensuring applicable regulatory requirements are met in a timely manner.
Relevant Experience
On -Call General Planning and Environmental Support, Riverside County, California. Riverside County.
Environmental Lead. Michael Baker has provided On -Call General Plan support to the County since 2014.
Responsibilities include providing Lead Agency CEQA Adequacy Review, processing General Plan Amendments,
CEQA compliance, zoning code amendments, and climate action plan support. Michael Baker has also completed
the County's General Plan Amendments and CEQA documents.
1■T[\YATIOOAL
Years with Michael Baker
3
Years of Experience
20
Education
Post -Baccalaureate
Certificate, 2010, Land
Use and Environmental
Planning, University of
California, Riverside
Extension
B.A., 2004, Sociology,
University of California,
Riverside
Executive Certificate
Cabazon Infrastructure Plan and Community Plan, Riverside County, California. Riverside County. QA/QC
1 Program, Organizational
Lead. Michael Baker is preparing a Program EIR for the infrastructure plan and community plan to develop
Leadership, University of
California,
approximately 7,665 acres along Interstate 10. The Cabazon Infrastructure Plan includes the availability and
Riverside
Extension
expansion of seven essential services such as water supply, wastewater treatment, electricity, natural gas,
stormwater, transportation, and broadband infrastructure in the Cabazon Community Plan area. The purpose of the
community's land use plan and infrastructure plan is to prepare the Cabazon area for significant anticipated growth and development, particularly as
the region plan for the possibility of accommodating up to 25,000 new housing units over the next 30 years.
Western Coachella Valley Flood and Blowsand Road Improvement Project, Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, California. Coachella Valley
Association of Governments and Caltrans. Environmental Lead. Michael Baker is providing design, survey, and planning services for the 1.8-mile
roadway segment to mitigate floodwater and blowsand impacts and improve the existing 4-lane divided major thoroughfare per the City of Palm
Springs General Plan. Ms. Meyerhoff is responsible for the CEQA and NEPA compliance documents, overseeing the preparation of numerous
technical reports, joint project review with the Coachella Valley Conservation Commission for compliance with the Coachella Valley Multiple Species
Habitat Conservation Plan, regulatory permitting for US and State waters, tribal communication for AB52 and Section 106 as well as coordination
with key stakeholders.
Banning Sunset Crossroads Specific Plan, Banning California. City of Banning. Contract Manager/Environmental Lead. Elizabeth provides Lead
Agency CEQA Adequacy Review for the Environmental Impact Report and supporting technical studies. The project involves development within the
City and its Sphere of Influence area for the development of 500+ acres for commercial, industrial, residential, infrastructure, public services, and
open space components.
Barton Road Specific Plan, Grand Terrace, California. City of Grand Terrace. Contract Manager/Environmental Lead. Elizabeth was the lead
CEQA practitioner overseeing the preparation of an Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration, air quality assessment, noise analysis and vehicle
miles traveled report for the redevelopment of 2-mile corridor along the city's main downtown region. The Michael Baker team prepared the Specific
Plan Amendment to capture updated design guidelines and modify potential future land uses including increasing housing units and inviting mixed
used and commercial opportunities for the City's strategic planned growth and buildout.
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Michael Yaffe, AICP, PP, GISP, ENV SP
1 0 1[ M Y l i 1 0 M A L
Phase 1 & 2 QA/QC Manager
rLbh.�
Mr. Yaffe is certified Professional Planner, GIS Professional and Resilience Lead for Michael
Years with Michael Baker
Baker's West Region. He brings national and international experience in urban design projects, resilience planning,
8
land use planning, transportation planning, policy, economic development, community outreach and grant writing
!years of Experience
and administration. He has provided planning and design services for the private, non-profit, and public sectors
18
preparing general comprehensive plans, specific plans, master plans, zoning ordinances, objective design
Education
standards, and architectural pattern books. He has prepared executive strategies for organizations with Capital
M.C.R.P., 2013, City and
Improvement Portfolios in excess of $32 billion dollars and long-range planning guidelines for bi-national strategies
Regional Planning,
between the United State and Canada.
Rutgers University
Relevant Experience
B.S., 2007,
Environmental Planning
General Plans, Long-range Planning, and Comprehensive Plans: Since relocating to California in 2022, Mr.
and GIS, Rutgers
Yaffe has been project principal or advisor on dozens of long-range planning and comprehensive plans in California.
University
Active General Plan elements and comprehensive plans listed below.
GIS & Remote Sensing
• Sonora Housing General Plan Element, Project Principal.
Certificate, Rutgers
!University
Lake Elsinore Objective Design Standards, California. Planning & Design Advisor
• Environmental Justice General Plan Element, City of Fullerton, City of Fullerton. Project Principal.
Environmental Planning
Certificate, Rutgers
• Open Space General Plan Element, City of Fullerton, City of Fullerton. Project Principal.
;University
• City of Lancaster Homelessness Plan, Lancaster CA. Project Principal.
• Poway Safety General Plan Element Update, City of Poway, California, Planning & Design Advisor
j Licenses/Certifications
• Pinole General Plan Housing Element and Safety Element Updates. Planning & Design Advisor
American Institute of
Certified Planners
• Grand Terrace General Plan Housing Element, City of Grand Terrace, City of Grand Terrace, Planning &
(AICP), #322020
Design Advisor
• City of El Monte Housing Outreach, City of El Monte, Project Principal.
Professional Planner
• Seal Beach Land Use and implementation Plan (LUP and LIP) for Local Coastal Plan. Planning & Design
! (PP), New Jersey,
#33L100638100
Advisor
Visioning for Downtown & Lakeside Improvements, Hightstown, NJ. Hightstown, NJ. Project Manager.
1 Certified GIS
Facilitated a five -week process to envision improvements for the downtown and lakefront district of Hightstown.
Professional (GISP),
Engaged with the local downtown non-profit organization, stakeholders, and the public in imagining the potential of a
#17910
unique lakeside experience that could serve as a signature for a downtown Hightstown. A public workshop provided
Envision Sustainability
clear direction and feedback regarding the untapped potential of the existing downtown, and possibilities for a
Professional (ENV SP),
repositioned and transformed environment. The Vision Plan was later adopted as a Master Plan Amendment to
#38245
make the community a more vibrant place, capitalize on a waterfront experience, and provide a catalyst for future
development.
Radburn - Fair Lawn Avenue Corridor Vision Plan, Fair Lawn, New Jersey. Served as Project Manager for a NJ TRANSIT Transit -Friendly
Planning Project that worked with Fair Lawn, New Jersey to create a Vision Plan to encourage transit -oriented development and economic
revitalization for portions of the historic planned community of Radburn. Plan examines the Radburn Train Station area and corridor as a more
vibrant destination for the entire community. The Plan identifies short- and long-term improvements needed to make the Fair Lawn Avenue Corridor
a more pleasant and vibrant location, that is safer for both pedestrians, cyclists, and vehicles; with rationalized parking and public gathering spaces
to create an identifiable "sense of place."
Princeton Streetscape Design Standards, Princeton, New Jersey. Served as the Project Manager for the creation of illustrated guidelines that
established a standardized design vocabulary and materials palette for the central business district of Nassau Street (Princeton's "Main Street") with
the overall goals of enhancing the appearance, safety and pedestrian -friendly experience of the streetscape. Process included facilitated stakeholder
meetings and a community Open House with "real life" simulations of streetscape options, such as landscaping, bench configurations, bicycle corals,
and cafe locations that residents, business owners, and tourists to Nassau Street could experience and vote on through a meaningful, apolitical
community planning process.
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John Bellas Phase 3& 4 QA/QC Manager
Mr. Bellas is a recognized expert in the environmental planning field and has assisted cities
r,-MCI and counties across California in developing and implementing unique strategies to comply
with CEQA. He has significant experience managing the preparation of numerous CEQA and NEPA documents for a
wide range of projects, including land use plans/programs, land development/ entitlement projects, and capital
improvement projects. In addition, he has served as a strategic CEQA advisor for several prominent Southern
California cities, including the City of Pasadena, where he has been responsible for all of the City's CEQA
documentation, and the City of Los Angeles, where he provides peer review of EIRs for major projects. Mr. Bellas
has conducted specialized CEQA training programs for client cities, served as an instructor in AEP's Advanced
CEQA and CEQA Essentials series, and presented at AEP and APA conferences.
Relevant Experience
INTERNATIONAL
Years with Michael Baker
10
Years of Experience
25
Education
B.S., Environmental
Resource
Management/Marine
Environmental Coordination Services, Pasadena, California. City of Pasadena. Project Manager. Served as the Science, The
City's environmental coordinator since April 2013, and is responsible for overseeing the preparation and Pennsylvania State
management of all of the City's environmental documents. Tasks include supervising the CEQA process for all ;University
projects in the city; reviewing CEQA and NEPA documents prepared by City staff and other consultants; providing
recommendations on the appropriate procedures for complying with CEQA and other environmental regulations; advising the City on environmental
matters; reviewing technical studies for adequacy; overseeing the preparation, posting, and distribution of environmental notices; and participating in
public meetings and hearings.
Reynold's Ranch, Lodi, California. City of Lodi. Principal Planner. Responsible for preparation of the EIR for the development plan consisting of
residential, commercial retail, office, institutional, and open space uses. The project included annexing and developing 220 acres along the city's
southern boundary with 1,084 residential units, a 200,000-square-foot multistory office building (for Blue Shield of California), approximately 350,000
square feet of commercial retail space, a future K-8 school, a mini -storage facility, and associated public services (i.e., a future fire station) and open
space uses (with linear greenbelts, a network of multiuse trails, and a 5-acre neighborhood park). In concert with preparation of a development plan,
a Master Infrastructure Plan was also coordinated and prepared to identify needed utilities and infrastructure requirements to support the land
development. This project was prepared on a fast -tracked basis over an eight -month period.
Eastside-JPL Connector Trail, Pasadena, California. City of Pasadena. Project Manager. Responsible for the preparation of NEPA, CEQA, and
National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) documentation for the Eastside Neighborhood to JPL Connector Trail Project. The project consisted of
improving the trail to make it safer, increase usage, and provide a year-round, fully accessible pedestrian and equestrian trail. To do so, the project
involved reconstructing and resurfacing trail segments and installing a variety of drainage and erosion protection improvements. The project would
also improve the trail with a variety of amenities, including trailside landscaping, a water fountain, and trailhead, directional, and interpretive signage.
Relevant Equestrian Planning ExperiencF
Rolling Hills Estates General Plan Update, Rolling Hills Estates, California. Environmental Lead. Responsible for preparation of a
Program EIR for the General Plan Update. Michael Baker updated the General Plan for the city of Rolling Hills Estates, organized
around placemaking and sustainability, without sacrificing the guiding principles needed to preserve the unique equestrian character
and identity of the Rolling Hills Estates community.
Initial Study for 2901 Palos Verdes Drive North, Rolling Hills Estates, California. City of Rolling Hills Estates. Responsible for managing the
preparation of the IS/MND for a three -lot residential subdivision at 2901 Palos Verdes Drive North. The project site is a 3.33-acre lot that contained
one single-family residence and two private equestrian stable structures. The project involved subdividing the lot into three residential parcels. The
existing residence was to remain and would occupy Lot 2. The remaining two lots would be prepared for single-family residences with building pads,
access drives, corral areas, and equestrian trail access to the existing Strawberry Trail.
Peter Weber Equestrian Center, Rolling Hills Estates, California. City of Rolling Hills Estates. Project Manager. Responsible for the preparation
of an IS/MND. The project consisted of various improvements to the city's municipal stables, including replacing the existing barns, replacing and
relocating the caretaker's unit, and improving/installing accessory facilities. In addition, a portion of the Equestrian Center lies atop a former landfill
and as such, the project also included hazards/safety improvements, including replacing the existing underground methane membranes.
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N o e l l e Anderson, A I C P Community Outreach, Master Plan
Ms. Anderson provides comprehensive community, design, and policy planning services to
clients in the west region. She specializes in guiding communities toward sustainable, resilient
futures through strategic planning and inclusive engagement. Her experience encompasses a variety of deliverables
including general plans, specific plans, hazard mitigation plans, and local coastal programs. Her skill set includes
assessing client needs, building community coalitions to evaluate alternatives and solutions, and developing plan
implementation, mechanisms and maintenance. She is experienced in developing whole community outreach and
engagement approaches, and she is IAP2 foundations trained. Ms. Anderson is also a life-long equestrian with
direct experience in equine and equestrian safety as a rider in urban environments and consultant for other
equestrian communities in southern California.
Relevant Experience
General Plans, Comprehensive Plans, Long -Range Planning. Project Manager and Task Manager. Manage
comprehensive planning initiatives that emphasize inclusive visioning and equitable community engagement. Her
expertise in public participation, policy development, and strategic implementation, delivering plans that advance
sustainability, resilience, and community well-being. By fostering collaboration and applying data -driven approaches,
she champions planning excellence and creates frameworks that serve the entire community. An abbreviated list of
clients and deliverables is below:
INTENNATIONAL
Years with Michael Baker
11
Years of Experience
11
Education
M.U.P., 2020, Urban
Planning and
Development, University
of Southern California
B.A., 2014,
Environmental
Studies/Environmental
Planning, University of
California, Santa Barbara
International Association
•
City of Carlsbad General Plan (Coastal Element) and Local Coastal Program (Land Use Plan and
1 for Public Participation
Fundamentals
Implementation Plan), Project Manager
(IAP2), of
Participation
•
City of Fullerton General Plan Update (Safety Element, Open Space Element, Environmental Justice
!Public
Element), Task Manager
Licenses/Certifications
•
City of Grand Terrace General Plan Update (Housing, Safety and Environmental Justice Element Update),
American Institute of
•
Task Manager
City of Huntington Beach General Plan (Coastal Element) and Local Coastal Program (Land Use Plan,
!Certified Planners, 2025
Implementation Plan), Project Manager
•
City of Los Altos General Plan Update (Safety Element), Project Manager
•
City of Pinole General Plan Update (Housing, Safety and Environmental Justice Element), Project Manager
•
City of Poway General Plan Update (Safety Element), Project Manager
•
City of Rancho Santa Margarita General Plan Update (Land Use, Circulation, Conservation/Open Space, Economic Development, Noise,
Safety Elements), Planner
•
City of Seal Beach General Plan (Open Space, Housing, Safety, and Environmental Justice Element) and Local Coastal Program (Land
Use Plan and Implementation Plan), Project Manager
•
City of Sonora General Plan Update (Housing and Safety Element Updates), Project Manager
•
City of South Gate General Plan Update (Safety Element Update), Project Manager
uxeievani tquestrian running txperienCL
Rolling Hills Estates General Plan Update, Rolling Hills Estates, California. City of Rolling Hills Estates. Planner. Responsible for
policy updates, including considerations for retaining the equestrian and low -density character of Rolling Hills Estates. Prepared
materials and content for General Plan Advisory Committee presentations to facilitate ongoing collaboration and coordination with stakeholders
throughout the planning process. Michael Baker updated the General Plan for the city of Rolling Hills Estates, organized around placemaking and
sustainability, without sacrificing the guiding principles needed to preserve the unique equestrian character and identity of the Rolling Hills Estates
community.
General Plan, Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, Emergency Operations Plan, Yorba Linda, California. City of Yorba Linda. Project Manager.
Responsible for comprehensive policy update to relevant safety -related deliverables with a specific focus on the City's wildfire risk, and related
impacts to people, animals, and infrastructure within the community. Integrated 60+ relevant mitigation actions in coordination with 50+ stakeholders
to reduce vulnerability and risk to $1 billion in community assets. Enhanced activities to consider equestrian and large animal safety/rescue into
community capacity building outreach, including tangible actions summarized in the City's Emergency Operations Plan. The City's LHMP was the
first plan to be approved in the State of California under the new FEMA policy guidance and received an Award of Excellence from the American
Planning Association — Orange Section.
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TNick Fedorek, A I C P Phase 2 Market Study
.
Mr. Fedorek has led public and private sector urban planning and development initiatives
across the country. He specializes in redevelopment strategy, public policy analysis,
commercial corridor redevelopment, economic development, and fiscal planning for complex public -private
partnerships. Mr. Fedorek brings a comprehensive knowledge of best practices for implementing complex projects in
urban planning and development, including locating state and federal grant opportunities.
Relevant Experience
Small Business Strategy Guide, Pennsylvania. Southwestern Pennsylvania Corp. Planner. Responsible for
economic development planning. Michael Baker assisted the client with supporting small businesses across nine
counties including Allegheny (and the city of Pittsburgh), Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Greene, Indiana,
Washington, and Westmoreland. Support included expanding the potential of small businesses through technology,
planning, and market research culminating in a Small Business Strategy Guide. Key tasks included a multi -pronged
survey to gauge use and understanding of online ordering and payments to inform the strategy guide to maximize
their use of internet connectivity services.
INTEMNATIONAL
Years with Michael Baker
2
Years of Experience
13
Education
M.A., 2012, Housing and
Community
Development, Clark
University
B.A., 2010, Economics,
Clark University
S.R. 441U.S. 41 Area Planning Study, Inverness, Florida. City of Inverness. Planner. Responsible for economic
modeling and analysis. Michael Baker worked to prepare a Medical Arts District and Corridor Study in the City of
Inverness, Florida, to examine the creation of a Medical Arts District to spur economic development and investment within the community. The
design hub by Michael Baker supplemented the process by preparing conceptual drawings displaying how the new district could be developed.
HUD Environmental Analysis and Grant Application Reviews, Atlanta, Georgia. CohnReznick, LLP. Technical Advisor. Assisted with HOME
underwriting and review. Michael Baker is providing environmental analysis and grant application reviews in support of the City of Atlanta
Department of Grants and Community Development, as a sub -consultant to CohnReznick. The department serves as the lead agency for the
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Environmental Reviews. Michael Baker is also providing an analysis of HUD grant
applications and grant underwriting to assess the feasibility of proposed projects.
Upper Dublin Township Comprehensive Plan, Upper Dublin, Pennsylvania. Upper Dublin Township. Community Planner. Primary responsibility
included acting as community planner. Michael Baker is updating the Upper Dublin Township Comprehensive Plan, and upon the adoption of the to -
be -completed Comprehensive Plan, will support the township in the rewrite and update of its zoning ordinance. Michael Baker is the township's
selected consultant for both efforts, which began in fall 2023 and is expected to be completed by the end of 2025.
Garden Spot Communities Economic and Fiscal Impact Analysis, 433 South Kinzer Avenue, New Holland, Pennsylvania. Garden Spot
Communities. Analyst. Responsible for economic modeling in IMPLAN. Michael Baker evaluated the economic and fiscal impacts that the
organizations' retirement communities have on their local host municipalities, school districts and county. The team captured a summary of Garden
Spot Communities social implications to enhancing resident and community livelihood to further identify the qualitative contributions Garden Spot
and its residents make annually.
Economy Borough Planning Consulting Services. Economy Borough. Planner. Responsible for all technical assistance to Economy Borough
Planning Commission, including subdivision and land development ordinance modification review, zoning ordinance review, MPC compliance
review, annual reporting, and integration of Economy Borough into the Beaver County Comprehensive Plan.
Beaver County Comprehensive Plan, Beaver County, Pennsylvania. Beaver County. Community Planner. Responsibilities include performing as
the Senior Community Planner. Michael Baker assisted Beaver County with the update of their Comprehensive Plan entitled Beaver County FOCUS.
Using the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development Implementable Plan Framework, the comprehensive plan update
served as a living document for the client, providing clear, actionable, and measurable priorities to support a more connected, vibrant, and equitable
county.
Marshall Township Ordinance Update, Marshall Township, Pennsylvania. Marshall Township, PA. Community Planner. Responsible for
reviewing zoning ordinances. Michael Baker was selected to update Marshall Township's Zoning and Subdivision and Land Development
Ordinances. The project team is tasked with devising land use regulation policies and zoning ordinance recommendations to address tree
preservation, protecting natural resources and native plantings within new developments, and finding policy -based solutions for areas where traffic,
safety and various land uses converge.
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Rick Hendrickson, GISP Phose2GIS
q
Mr. Hendrickson specializes in GIS Web Programming and Project Management. He has
experience working with and managing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) projects for the
utility industry, municipalities, and governmental agencies. He has designed and developed
web -based interactive project viewers. Mr. Hendrickson has experience in creating and representing data for online
interactive maps utilizing ArcSDE and ArcGIS server software. Mr. Hendrickson has a wide range of experience
utilizing various systems including AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Arclnfo, and Oracle, SQL Server, SDE, Silverlight and other
web technologies.
Kelevant txperlence
INTERNATIONAL
Years with Michael Baker
25
Years of Experience
26
Education
Riverside County Integrated Project (RCIP), Riverside County, California. County of Riverside Transportation B.A., 1998,
Environmental Studies,
Department. GIT Technician. Served as a geographic information system (GIS) and computer -aided drafting and ! University of California,
design (CADD) technician responsible for coordinating with the project manager on updates for the area plan maps. Santa Barbara
Was responsible for analysis and comprehension of documents, modification and conversion of data into GIS maps 'Licenses/Certifications
using ArcView; Arclnfo, now known as ArcGIS for Desktop Advanced; and Autocad14. Developed a procedural
handout. Performed a quality assurance, quality control review of the final document. Also assisted in creating Certified GIS
documents for client review and final delivery. Michael Baker provided engineering services for the Riverside County Professional, 2007,
Integrated Project (RCIP). The RCIP was a comprehensive three-part program to identify solutions to the planning, 52598
conservation, and transportation needs of county residents. The program included the identification of transportation
corridors that can be planned to address congestion problems and meet the county's future transportation and transit needs. The RCIP incorporated
public opinion and input from a variety of stakeholders, including environmental organizations, business associations, and property owners, the
Riverside County Transportation Commission, and state and federal regulatory agencies. One of the projects under this program was the
development of a new transportation corridor between Orange County and Riverside County, for which Michael Baker provided the preliminary
design.
General Plan Update, EIR, and Climate Action Plan, Murrieta, California. City of Murrieta. GIT Analyst. Responsible for GIS technology. Michael
Baker provided a comprehensive update to the city's 1994 General Plan and General Plan Environmental Impact Report (EIR). The City Council's
major priority with the update was to focus on economic development and adding more jobs, specifically high -paying skilled jobs, along with retail
establishments to support the community. Michael Baker also prepared a climate action plan (CAP).
On -Call NPDES Support Services, Riverside County, California. Riverside County Flood Control Water Conservation. GIT Analyst. Responsible
for GIS technology. Served as GIS programmer and was responsible for the web mapping tool. This included a sophisticated geospatial query tool
allowing users to compile numerous pieces of information for any given project location. Michael Baker provided professional assistance with on -call
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) support services encompassing municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) program
support for the Santa Margarita River watershed, total maximum daily load (TMDL)Ibasin planning support, and other tasks as assigned. Michael
Baker developed hydromodification susceptibility mapping, a regional geodatabase, and the Santa Margarita Santa Ana Region Hydromodification
Management Plans (HMP) and assisted in the development of water quality management plan (WQMP) and HMP training. Additional services
included negotiations with the San Diego Regional Water Quality Control Board; development of strategies to support permittee positions and goals
for the MS4 permit; research and literature reviews; reviews and analysis of draft permits; development of draft permit language and comment
letters; and preparation of testimony and participation in Regional Board meetings, workshops, and hearings. Michael Baker engaged in an eight -
month process of assisting with weekly meetings with board staff for negotiations of the permit.
Star Ranch Environmental Impact Report, Campo, California. Masterwriter, Inc. GIT Analyst. Responsible for GIS technology. Michael Baker is
prepared technical studies and an environmental impact report (EIR) for a specific plan, general plan amendment, and rezone and vesting tentative
map for the Star Ranch Development Project. The project is designed to be a rural walkable community, with residential lots on approximately 296
acres, a 20.5-acre park, a 2.2-acre wastewater treatment facility, and 9.9 acres of commercial area. The EIR addressed issues that included
biological resources; land use, community character, and consistency with the county's general plan; traffic and circulation; groundwater; and
aesthetics -visual resources. The project is an expansion of Cameron Corners Village, including a mix of residential and commercial uses and
biological and rangeland open space. The Project site is located on the 2,161-acre Star Ranch in the unincorporated area of Campo, California.
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lyv3Ryan Henry Phase 3 Biological Resources
Mr. Henry is a program manager with 27 years' professional experience as an ecologist
focused on the integration of scientific principles for the investigation, assessment, and
restoration of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. He has extensive experience planning,
licensing, and implementing projects for public and private clients in California, Nevada, and Arizona. He provides
technical quality reviews of natural resource reports for a variety of projects to support state and federal Endangered
Species Acts, Clean Water Act, California Environmental Quality Act, and National Environmental Policy Act
processing and permitting. By staying up-to-date on regulatory changes, he successfully manages complex projects
that require regulatory compliance for the development and conservation of public and private land holdings. His
solution -oriented approach and clear communication style coupled with his outstanding relationship with federal,
state, and local resource agency staff is a great benefit to his clients
Relevant Experience
Various Residential Development Projects, Laguna Beach, Orange County, California. Prepared several
biological resources assessments for the discretionary action approval by the City of Laguna Beach for the
construction of new and remodeled single-family developments. Tasks included general biological resource field inv
San Marcos Creek Specific Plan, San Marcos, California. City of San Marcos. Provided biological resources
support during preparation of the 278-acre San Marcos Specific Plan's Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR),
including preparation a formal Clean Water Act Section 404(b)(1) Alternatives Analysis and response to public
comments. Designed and conducted an aquatic resource functional assessment following the California Rapid
Assessment Method (CRAM) to evaluate onsite compensatory mitigation areas. The Specific Plan entailed a
complex planning effort designed to provide the necessary framework to grant flood control to surrounding upland
areas and facilitate future growth by evaluating land uses over an estimated 20-year time period.
INTERNATIONAL
Years with Michael Baker
3
Years of Experience
27
Education
B.S., 1998, Applied
Ecology, University of
California, Irvine
Licenses/Certifications
USFWS 10(a)(1)(A)
Recovery Permit,
California, 2005,
TE031848-4
CDFW Scientific
Collecting Permit,
California, 2005
Lake Hills Crest, Riverside County, California. Brehm Communities. Biological resources project manager for construction of an 800-acre
residential development located in Riverside County. Provided biological surveys, threatened/endangered species surveys, wetland delineation,
construction design review, restoration planning services, regulatory permitting, environmental compliance, construction monitoring, and other as -
needed services. Implemented a balanced, viable development plan that ensured protection of over 90% of the sensitive upland habitat and 87% of
the sensitive aquatic resources and wetlands on the project site. Conducted a function -based assessment on riparian and wetland areas for
compensatory habitat mitigation and conducted on -site biological monitoring during pre -construction and grading phases. Also, successfully
processed timely amendments to the project's Biological Opinion as a result of project design changes necessitated during construction.
Heritage Fields (formerly Marine Corps Air Station El Toro), Orange County, California. Lennar Homes. Task manager during the investigation
of jurisdictional waters/wetlands and regulatory permitting at the approximately 3,700-acre former Marine Corps Air Station El Toro located in Irvine.
Prepared jurisdictional waters/wetlands permit applications and facilitated negotiations with the regulatory agencies. Additionally, conducted USFWS
protocol wet and dry season presence/absence surveys for vernal pool brachiopods and cysts at the 3,700 acre former Marine Corps Air Station El
Toro. Coordinated with the USFWS during hydration and incubation activities on a limited number of cysts collected during dry season sampling
efforts, which resulted in a successful hatching effort.
North Peak Access Road Project, Riverside County, California. North Peak Land Company. Biological resources project manager for the
evaluation of two road alignments through an unincorporated portion of Riverside County to facilitate regional access. Provided biological surveys,
jurisdictional determination, design review, and regulatory permitting evaluation. Prepared a biological constraints analysis report.
Murrieta 180 Subdivision, Riverside County, California. Cameo Homes. Provided a comprehensive evaluation of on- and off -site biological
resource for an approximate 11-acre development project, which included multifamily residential community, business office, recreational facilities,
swimming pool and spa, parking, and an infiltration basin. Conducted plant and wildlife survey, formal jurisdictional delineation, and prepared a
biological technical report on the project site. Additionally, an analysis of off -site compensatory mitigation included a site assessment and wetland
functional assessment using the CRAM at an 11.48 acre property located on the Santa Rosa Plateau in an unincorporated region of the County.
Results of the analyses were documented within a technical report.
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Lonnie Druliner, PE Infrastructure / Civil Engineering
As a senior project manager with Michael Baker, Ms. Druliner has over 15 years of industry
experience in capital improvement projects (CIP) and land development in both private and
public sectors throughout southern California. Her municipal CIP and private client experience
includes street improvement plans, plan -checking consulting services, and residential, multi -family, and commercial
development projects. She is skilled in project management, grading and improvement plans, drainage design,
hydrology analyses, utility engineering, construction support, and stormwater pollution prevention plan reporting.
Ms. Druliner has completed several CIPs. Services included project management, reporting, coordinating with San
Diego Gas and Electric, CADD drawings, specifications, cost opinions, and design deliverables. These projects have
included paving overlay, Americans with Disabilities Act enhancements, and wet utility improvements for the city of
Escondido.
Relevant Experience
Client General Agreement for Consulting Services. Brookfield Homes. Assistant Project Manager. Responsible
for coordinating with internal staff including environmental, hydrology, roadway, and structural departments for the
Western Bypass Bridge project. Coordinated with the city, client, and utility companies.
rre�r�rrr��
Years with Michael Baker
3
Years of Experience
15
Education
M.Eng., 2012, Civil
Engineering, Tufts
University
B.S., 2010, Structural
Engineering, University of
California, San Diego
Licenses/Certifications
Button Drive Parking Lot Expansion and Electrical Infrastructure Upgrade, Rancho Mirage, California. City of I Professional Engineer -
Rancho Mirage. Project Manager. Responsible for successfully managing the project, being a liaison to the city, and Civil, California, 2016,
providing support to the design staff. Responsible for overseeing civil, landscape architecture, and electrical 86346
disciplines to design and grade roughly 2.3 acres of parking lots to be used for the Rancho Mirage Amphitheater and
weekly farmers markets. Street improvement and ramps are being updated to comply with ADA requirements. Also
responsible for coordinating with the city to develop material needed for City Council, including 3D renderings. Michael Baker is supporting the
development of construction -ready plans for the Button Drive parking lot expansion in Rancho Mirage, California. This project includes street
improvement plans, site grading and drainage plans, landscaping, water management plan, hydrology study, and the implementation of new
electrical infrastructure at 12 parcels along Sunrise Court, San Jacinto Drive, Button Drive, and Emmons Way.
McLaughlin Village Tract Map 36937, Menifee, California. Century Communities. Civil Engineer. Responsible for providing roadway design
support. Michael Baker provided final engineering, survey, and mapping for the McLaughlin Village Tract Map 36937 project in Menifee, California.
Services included rough grading, precise grading, street, storm drain, sewer, water and recycled water, and improvement plans as well as all field
survey work, construction staking, construction support, and the preparation of the final tact map.
Menifee Road Street Improvements. City of Murrieta. Project Manager. Responsible for designing Menifee Road, coordinating with the city,
working with environmental jurisdictions.
On -Call Civil Engineering - Transportation, Structural Engineering, Hydrology & Hydraulics, Geotechnical Engineering. San Bernardino
County. Project Manager. Responsible for successfully managing the projects, being a liaison to the city, and providing support to design staff.
On -Call Professional Services Agreement. City of Indian Wells. Civil Engineer. Responsible for successfully managing the projects, being a liaison
to the city, and providing support to the design staff.
Section 24 and 33 Infrastructure Improvements. Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians. Project Manager. Responsible for managing the entire
scope of the project from schedule to production. Provided support to the design staff and be a liaison for the client. The project is for two separate
locations in Cathedral City and City of Rancho Mirage.
Water Quality Management Services On -Call, Riverside County, California. Riverside County Transportation Department. Civil Engineer.
Performed engineering department plan check services for the County of Riverside. Plan check reviews included grading, street improvements,
hydrology and water quality management plan, and cost estimates. Michael Baker is providing on -call engineering services for plan checks of water
quality management plans for new developments and redevelopment projects. Plan -check services include plans for street improvements, striping,
utility coordination, street lighting, grading, and other improvement plans per the Riverside County Department of Transportation's plan -check
policies and guidelines.
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FMDanielle Peltier, E I T Surface Water/Drainage
Ms. Peltier is a project manager specializing in surface water and water quality. At Michael
J Baker, she has played a key role in developing plans, specifications, and estimates, as well as
hydrology and hydraulics reports, basis of design reports, water quality management plans, and stormwater pollution
prevention plans. Her project support spans commercial, residential, institutional, and public sectors. She is adept at
using software such as CivilDesign, HydroCalc, and AES for hydrologic analysis, Hydraflow Storm Sewers Extension
and WSPGW for hydraulic analysis, and HEC-RAS and XPSWMM for ID and 2D modeling. Additionally, she is well
versed in ArcGIS Pro and AutoCAD Civil3D, applying their functions extensively in plan production and data
analysis.
INTERNATIONAL
Years with Michael Baker
Years of Experience
Education
Ruiuvain Experiencu
B.S., 2020,
Environmental
Amargosa Creek Recreational Trail, Lancaster, California. City of Lancaster, California. Civil Associate.
Engineering, University of
Responsible for preparing a technical memorandum. The two-mile bike trail proposed along Amargosa Creek
California, Riverside
required an analysis to see if the project required implementation of any water quality BMPs or would hydrologically
;Licenses/Certifications
or hydraulically impact the existing adjacent channel. Michael Baker has been contracted to prepare concept plans,
i Engineer -In -Training,
a preliminary design, and environmental documentation for the Creek Recreational Trail Project in Lancaster,
2020
California. The project includes the design and construction of a 2-mile bike and pedestrian trail (Class I facility)
along Amargosa Creek from Avenue H to Avenue J Amargosa. The project scope includes alternatives analysis for
each of the three trail crossing locations. Alternatives studies include a bridge overcrossing and at -grade crossing options
including HAWK signals or
RRFBs with lane reconfiguration and bulb outs. The trail itself will be a shared -use path with a landscaping buffer, which
will serve as a water quality
treatment device and to enhance the aesthetic of the trail. Conceptual design and 30 percent of the preliminary design plans and estimate were
developed.
Coachella Valley Link Construction Surveying, Coachella Valley, California. Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG). Civil
Associate. Responsible for Highway 111 & CV Link Trail Drainage Study for the City of Palm Springs. A drainage study was prepared providing the
analysis of existing storm drain for the CV Link Trail in Palm Springs and its ability to safely convey the 100-year storm event. Michael Baker is
providing construction surveying services for the Coachella Valley Link (CV Link), a 40-mile, valley -wide pathway accessible to bicyclists,
pedestrians, and low -speed electric vehicles. Michael Baker's services include project control points, clearing limits, rough grade, slope stakes, back -
cut stakes, backfill stakes, bridge layout stakes, curb and gutter stakes, monument perpetuation, filing of appropriate records per Section 8771 B&P,
as well as office calculations and management. All work will comply with Caltrans Survey Manual Chapter 12.
Engineering for Tracts 33335 and 32279 of the Palo Verde Project in La Quinta, California. William Homes, Inc. Civil Associate. Responsible
for preparing the Existing Basins Memorandum, Water Quality Management, and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan for the Palo Verde residential
development in La Quinta. The development was partially built and required an analysis and memorandum for the existing basins to show that they
are sized appropriately for the 100-year storm event in the proposed condition. The pollution prevention plan was carefully executed to fully comply
with state requirements and create the least amount of hassle for the existing residents. This project involved a good deal of coordination between
the city, Michael Baker, and the client to determine what maintenance agreements were necessary based on records on file at the city from the
previous partial development.
Project G Augustine Casino. Augustine Band of Cahuilla Indians. Civil Associate. Responsible for preparing the WQMP, SWPPP, and Hydrology
Study for the proposed golf/gaming structure, golf range, and associated parking/street improvements. This project was through the Augustine Band
of Cahuilla Indians so technical documents were coordinated with the US EPA and the tribe.
Terra Lago Four Seasons Project, Indio, California. K. Hovnanian Companies of California. Civil Associate. Responsible for developing a final
WQMP, SWPPP, and Hydrology Report for several residential sites throughout the Terra Lago Four Seasons development. Responsibilities included
delineating drainage areas for design, using CivilDesign to model the required storm events, modeling in WSPG for the on -site storm drain, using
Hydraflow to size some drainage structures, and creating a hydrology map, BMP site map, and SWPPP map in Civi13D for the final reports. Michael
Baker provided and is currently preparing mapping services for the Terra Lago Four Seasons project consisting of an ultimate build -out of 827
residential, single-family lots. Terra Lago is being built over several phases with the first phases including seven separate final maps that were
prepared and recorded within the City of Indio. Michael Baker was responsible for attending project meetings and preparing final tract maps, ALTA
surveys, and various plats and legal descriptions to assist the developer with the Bureau of Real Estate (BRE) and Department of Real Estate
(DRE).
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Kristen Bogue, REA Hazards&HozordousMoteriols
101120 Ai 10 N AL
Ms. Bogue is a senior project manager and assists in the preparation of environmental and
planning studies, with a focus on due diligence planning activities. Ms. Bogue has experience
in the research, analysis, and writing of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)/National Environmental Policy Years with Michael Baker
Act (NEPA) documentation. Ms. Bogue's project management background includes a variety of projects involving 20
mixed -use, hotel/resort, residential, commercial, redevelopment, infrastructure, and industrial uses for both public years of Experience
and private sector clients. In addition to being a CEQA/NEPA generalist, she specializes in the preparation of
hazardous materials studies and visual analysis services. Ms. Bogue has prepared numerous hazardous materials 20
related studies, including Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, Phase I Initial Site Assessments for the Education
California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), Preliminary Hazardous Materials Assessments pursuant to
CEQA, and Environmental Baseline Surveys for the Department of the Navy. Additionally, she is involved with Visual B.A., 2005,
Impact Assessments in conformance with appropriate agency standards, including the Federal Highway !Environmental Analysis
and Design, University of
Administration Visual Impact Assessment (VIA) for Highway Projects, United States Bureau of Land Management California, Irvine
guidelines, and California Energy Commission guidelines. Other visual services Ms. Bogue has prepared include Licenses/Certifications
photosimulations, shade/shadow studies, viewshed mapping, and light and glare studies. As a specialist in these
specific environmental topic areas, Ms. Bogue has extensive experience with projects involving sensitive planning Certified Environmental
and environmental issues including aesthetics/light and glare, shade/shadow, and hazards and hazardous materials Inspector, 9924
considerations. Registered
Relevant Ex erience Environmental Assessor
p I, 2010, CA, 30216
Hive Live Project, Costa Mesa, California. City of Costa Mesa. Project Manager. Served as Project Manager and
assisted in the preparation of the environmental documentation. Michael Baker assisted the city of Costa Mesa with
the preparation of an environmental impact report for the Hive Live Project. The project proposed a new multi -phased master -planned residential
community. The project included up to 1,050 rental apartment units in three buildings, 3,692 square feet of retail uses, and 335,958 square feet of
open space.
Rancho Las Flores Park Master Plan - Phase 1, Coachella, California. City of Coachella. Environmental Specialist. Responsible for the Phase I
Environmental Site Assessment. 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.
Hassayampa Ranch Master Planned Community, Arizona. Avanti Acquisition Company, LLC. Environmental Specialist. Responsible for the
ridgeline analysis. Michael Baker acquired resource agency permits through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Arizona Regulatory Division
(Nationwide Permits No. 12, Utility Line Crossing, and No. 14, Linear Transportation Projects), for the Hassayampa Ranch Master Planned
Community Project. The proposed project will involve development of 5,700 homes; 3,800 of the homes are planned for conventional
neighborhoods, and 1,900 are planned for an "active -adult" population.
La Entrada Specific Plan, Coachella, California. PSAV, LLC. Environmental Specialist. Assisted in the preparation of the 1-101Avenue 50
Interchange environmental document and prepared the Phase I initial site assessment and visual impact assessment. 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 and includes three village areas with mixed -use community cores, significant
sustainability elements, and a robust parks and open space plan.
McFarland General Plan Safety Element, Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, and Master Plan of Drainage, McFarland, California. City of
McFarland. Environmental Specialist. Provided hazardous materials analysis support services for the Environmental Impact Report. Michael Baker
updated the general plan safety element and developed a local hazard mitigation plan (LHMP) and master plan of drainage (MPD) for the city
pursuant to the requirements of the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000. The LHMP includes identification and profiling of the city's identified natural
hazards, vulnerability assessment, mitigation strategies, and plan implementation and maintenance, and involves public participation during the
planning process, including public workshops and outreach.
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Marc Beherec, PhD, R PA Tribal Coordination
r3;_ 1,
Dr. Beherec has extensive experience in archaeology and cultural resources management in
California, Nevada, Texas, Minnesota, Iowa, Mississippi, and Louisiana, in addition to having
written his dissertation on an Iron Age II site in southern Jordan. He has experience preparing studies following local
agency/jurisdictions regulations, CEQA, NEPA, and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. In
addition, Dr. Beherec has assisted in tribal consultation and coordinated tribal cultural resources monitoring with
tribes active in the Orange, Los Angeles, and Riverside County areas. Mr. Beherec is also adept at writing
conference papers and delivering presentations. He meets the Secretary of Interior Standards for Archaeology and
is certified by the Register of Professional Archaeologists.
Keievant cxperlenc.,.
California State University Long Beach Master Plan Update, Long Beach, California. The California State
University. Cultural Resources Specialist. Responsible for preparing the archaeological resources report and
assisting in tribal consultation. Tasks included conducting a South Central Coastal Information Center records
search; identifying, requesting, and reviewing archival material held by the University and by private cultural
resources management firms; conducting a literature review; updating site records; preparing tribal and State
Historic Preservation Officer consultation letters to be reviewed and sent by the lead agency; taking part in tribal
consultation meetings; and preparing a report of findings in compliance with the California Environmental Quality
Act. Michael Baker prepared an environmental impact report (EIR) for the proposed California State University Long
Beach (CSULB) Master Plan Update in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The EIR
provided both a program -level analysis of the proposed master plan update and a project -level analyses of 30
specific proposed near- and mid-term projects. Services included preparation of the environmental documentation,
including air quality technical analysis, biological resources technical analysis, archaeological and paleontological
studies, resources technical report, energy technical analysis, greenhouse gas emissions technical analysis, historic
resources technical report (subconsultant ARG), noise and vibration technical analysis, transportation technical
analysis (subconsultant Fehr & Peers), and water supply information report.
LA Valley Garden Project, El Monte, California. LA Valley Garden Plaza LP. Cultural Resources Specialist.
Responsible for preparing the cultural resources report in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA). Tasks included conducting a South Central Coastal Information Center records search; conducting a
literature review; coordinating and overseeing the archaeological field survey; and preparing a report of findings.
Queirolo Park Interpretive Support, Rancho Cordova, California. D.R. Horton Los Angeles Holding Co., Inc.
Cultural Resources Specialist. Responsibilities included providing archaeological technical detail and oversight for
the project. Michael Baker provided interpretive panel support for the client by providing ideas for panel exhibits and
peer review services. Interpretive panels were developed by a consulting Native American tribe and included cultural
and natural environmental information. Michael Baker's archaeologists peer reviewed for accuracy and consistency.
US Coast Guard Task Order Contract. U.S. Coast Guard. Cultural Resources Specialist. Responsibilities included
reviewing Native American consultation logs and correspondence, coordinating with United Sates Coast Guard
environmental specialists, preparing recommendations for treatment of biological resources of tribal value based
upon the consultation, and contributing to the Environmental Impact Statement in compliance with Section 106 of the
National Historic Preservation Act.
INTERNATIONAL
Years with Michael Baker
4
Years of Experience
24
Education
Ph.D., 2011,
Anthropology/
Archaeology, University
of California, San Diego
M.A.,2004,
Anthropology/
Archaeology, University
of California, San Diego
B.A., 2000, Anthropology,
University of Texas at
Austin
Licenses/Certifications
Hazardous Waste
Operations and
Emergency Response,
California, 2021
OSHA 8-Hour
HAZWOPER Refresher
Training, 2023
OSHA 8-Hour
HAZWOPER Supervisor
Training, 2013
Occupational Safety &
Health Administration
(OSHA)
Hazardous Waste
Worker Supervisor
Training, California, 2013
Certified Project Manager
Registered Professional
Archaeologist, California,
2012,989598
Mossdale Landing South Extended Phase I Testing, Lathrop, California. D.R. Horton Los Angeles Holding Co.,
Inc. Cultural Resources Specialist. Responsible for the completion of the archaeological testing. Tasks included review of the existing cultural
resources documentation; meeting with the client and representative of the Yokuts tribe; preparing the archaeological testing plan; identifying,
contracting, and coordinating with a backhoe company and operator; directing a team of archaeologists and backhoe operator in the field;
coordinating with Yokuts tribal monitors; documenting stratigraphy and findings; testing and evaluating a previously -documented resource according
to the criteria of the California Register of Historical Resources; and preparing a report of findings in compliance with the California Environmental
Quality Act.
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Miles Costa n za, PE
Water Supply Assessment, Water/Wastewater Infrastructure
Mr. Costanza has professional engineering experience in water and wastewater treatment,
= pump stations, storage tanks, piping, and condition assessment. He has a proven record of
experience in producing detailed designs, plans, specifications, and in construction management in the water and
wastewater industry. He has led teams consisting of contractors, structural engineers, geotechnical engineers,
electrical engineers, and corrosion engineers for condition assessment, rehabilitation, design, and construction of
water infrastructure improvements. He has also served as a project engineer on a wide variety of remote facility
projects, including wastewater treatment plants, wastewater lift stations, potable water pump stations, welded steel
water storage tanks, gas chlorination systems, and water main replacements.
Relevant Experiencc
INTERNATIONAL
Years with Michael Baker
Years of Experience
18
Education
B.S., 2006, Civil and
Environmental
Engineering, Arizona
Mission Springs Water and Sewer Master Plans, Desert Hot Springs, California. Mission Springs Water District. j State University
Engineer. Provided field inspections of water and sewer facility sites that included water storage reservoirs, pump Licenses/Certifications
stations, ground water well sites, sewer lift stations, and wastewater treatment facilities. Provided inspection reports
documenting finds to use as a basis for CIP development. Site visits included condition assessment observations to Professional Engineer -
Civil, California, 2017,
document the present condition of the facility. Observed deficiencies or apparent operational concerns were noted C87843
for the short-term CIP and cost opinions were developed based on scope of work developed from on -site
observations. Included in the inspection were complete visits to the Desert Crest Water Treatment Plant and the
Horton Water Treatment Plant. Michael Baker provided planning and engineering services to update the water and sewer master plans for the
Mission Springs Water District. The master plans investigate the existing infrastructure, the District's service criteria, the supply and demand of the
water system, and the production and treatment of the sewer collection system. They also create a model to simulate the city's current and future
water and sewer system and a list of capital improvement projects for the City to implement to address deficiencies in the District's systems. Michael
Baker relied on previous master plans, the District's recorded data, and other relevant documents to gain a better understanding of the District's
overall system and create the master plans.
Harquahala Valley Water System Master Plan Conceptual Design, Harquahala Valley, Arizona. CV Harquahala, LLC. Project Engineer.
Responsible for creating a hydraulic model, infrastructure sizing calculations, defining system layouts and developing cost opinions. Also responsible
for development of project infrastructure sizing report, client meetings, and coordination with other consultants. The Harquahala Valley Water Project
is a collection of wells and water rights held by private agencies. The project aims are to transmit water from the Harquahala Valley Water Project
well sites to the Central Arizona Canal. Michael Baker is responsible for constructing a hydraulic model of the system and provide recommendations
of the type, size, alignment, and location of project infrastructure. The model consists of over 20 miles of pipe, ranging from 8-inch to 40-inch in
diameter, over five miles of open surface canals, 19 ground water wells, 15 inline booster pump stations, two transmission pump stations, and two
reservoirs. The total capacity of the system is approximately 30,000 GPM of peak flow, and a total annual capacity of approximately 35,000 acre-feet
per year of water delivery. The hydraulic model is also used to determine infrastructure quantities and develop an opinion of probable construction
costs.
Arbor and Power Road and Main and Crismon Water/Sewer Improvements, Mesa, Arizona. City of Mesa. Project Engineer. Responsible for
water line alignment, utility verification, determining and verifying system connections, connection details, client meetings, and project drawings, and
general project oversight. Michael Baker prepared design plans and specifications for 26,000 linear feet of 8-inch to 12-inch water main and 7,000
linear feet of 8-inch sewer main. This project included waterline and sewer line design, utility coordination, permitting, and preparation of construction
cost estimates. Michael Baker also provided extensive topographic survey and public outreach efforts, which included visiting each home and
business in the project areas to request permission to enter the yard and survey the water connections.
Stormwater Program Compliance Assistance, Peoria, Arizona. City of Peoria. Civil Engineer. Responsible for updates to the Stormwater Master
Plan (SWMP) document, verification of the selected Best Management Practices (BMPs), and review of the final SWMP and BMPs for consistency
and accuracy throughout the final document. Michael Baker assisted the city in complying with the renewed Phase II municipal separate storm sewer
system (MS4) permit, including development of a stormwater management program (SWMP). This included identifying necessary changes to the
city's current SWMP to meet the minimum requirements of the renewed MS4 permit, assisted in locating and/or verifying the locations of existing
stormwater infrastructure, and identified potential resources and/or partnerships to complement the city's program.
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MrKlrSten Compltello UrbonPlonning
Ms. Compitello is an experienced Urban Designer with a focus on community engagement,
placemaking, and town planning. Before joining Michael Baker, she worked with Urban Design
Associates in Pittsburgh, PA. Her projects included Design Guidelines, neighborhood revitalization plans, new town
master plans, downtown strategic plans, Transit Oriented Development, and more. She has participated in
numerous charrettes both nationally and abroad, and is particularly passionate about public participation as a part of
the design process. She has planned and facilitated dozens of public meetings and integrated different forms of
interaction and outreach to suit a project's individual needs. She also applies her training in architecture and
illustration to help her clients visualize plans in 3D through digital and hand renderings.
Rolovant Experience
Lake Elsinore Objective Design Standards, Lake Elsinore, California. City of Lake Elsinore. Project Manager.
Responsible for leading the development of objective design standards for the city to apply across districts that
include commercial, mixed -use, and industrial buildings. The design standards are in progress and built to reflect
local architectural and urban character, with city officials and local stakeholder support to craft standards with
successful implementation and adoption. The deliverable will be visual and clearly presented and accompanied by
adoption checklists and training support to assist with city adoption when complete.
INTERNATIONAL
Years with Michael Baker
7
Years of Experience
13
Education
M.A., 2012, Cultural
Anthropology, Columbia
University
B.Arch., 2006,
Architecture, University of
Notre Dame
Licenses/Certifications
Hub City Centre Specific Plan Amendment & EIR Addendum, Colton, California. City of Colton. Senior Planner. American Institute of
Michael Baker prepared an amendment to the Hub City Centre Specific Plan to implement programs 10, 11, and 18 Certified Planners,
Pennsylvania, 2021,
to rezone sites in the Specific Plan Area to meet the City's RHNA. The sites identified would be rezoned to RES-MU 33164
(Residential Mixed -Use), which is a new zoning district. The new RES-MU zone would allow a minimum density of
20 dwelling units per acre (du/ac) and a maximum density of 40 du/ac Michael Baker also prepared Objective
Design Standards that apply to the new RES-MU zone. An EIR Addendum was prepared to cover the proposed Specific Plan Amendment and ODS.
Susquehanna Township Comprehensive Plan, Susquehanna Township, Pennsylvania. Susquehanna Township. Planner. Responsible for
preparing and facilitating public work sessions, proposing tactical urbanism streetscape improvements, and master planning for a retail corridor with
a focus on streetscape, bike and pedestrian, and connectivity improvements. Michael Baker provided urban design, public outreach, and visioning
services for the development of the first comprehensive plan for Susquehanna Township in nearly 20 years. During its visioning and public outreach,
Michael Baker identified six areas of focus for the townships, prioritizing the issues of redevelopment and creating a sense of place. Additionally,
Michael Baker outlined recommendations for implementing a new form -based zoning rewrite, which aims to create a more predictably built
environment with high -quality spaces.
Walnut Bottom Corridor Master Plan, Carlisle, Pennsylvania. South Middleton Township. Planner. Responsible for preparing and facilitating
public work sessions, proposing multimodal streetscape improvements and master planning for a retail corridor with a focus on streetscape, bike and
pedestrian, and connectivity improvements. Michael Baker assisted South Middleton Township with preparing the Walnut Bottom Corridor Master
Plan, which provides a stakeholder -driven revitalization and investment strategy for this suburban strip corridor near Carlisle, Pennsylvania. The
project created an integrated urban design and multimodal connectivity strategy across three adjoining properties totaling nearly 200 acres that
included a former K-Mart Shopping Plaza, a former United Telephone Office Building, and a vacant parcel. The master plan successfully coordinated
the owners/proprietors of the three properties and developed a new form -based Mixed -Use Zoning District to advance the owners' respective
development projects.
Town of Sykesville Comprehensive Plan, Sykesville, Maryland. Town of Sykesville. Planner. Responsible for serving as urban designer and
involved in leading stakeholder interviews, preparing outreach and engagement strategies, and leading a public workshop to develop community
consensus on downtown revitalization, redevelopment opportunities, streetscape improvements, walkability and multimodal connectivity, active and
passive recreation, riverfront development, and programming. Worked as a part of the planning team to develop a community vision, update the
master plan with current goals and initiatives, and prepare a master plan report with implementation strategies to guide next steps. The master plan
emphasizes specifically downtown design, streetscape design, and pedestrian/multimodal connectivity. Michael Baker developed a comprehensive
plan for the City of Sykesville for the next 10-year horizon. The Sykesville Vision 2030 Comprehensive Plan is focused on the community's core
issues and opportunities surrounding in -fill development in the downtown, future growth and land use, expanding pedestrian infrastructure, and
creating a cohesive image and identity for the historic community.
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Jeanette Ca p p i e l 10 Grophic Design
Ms. Cappiello works hand in hand with the Creative Director in the development of design
cnhition z AAc ('annialln'c laarlarchin is nrnimrlarl in Nor immon wrnhla undomtanrlinn of all
aspects of visual production. Accomplished and educated in the techniques, tools, and principals involved in
producing successful marketing campaigns, Ms. Cappiello is able to lead the graphics design team, photographers,
and copywriters in the actualization of the creative vision, while ensuring that client requirements and concepts are
met.
Guiding the project flow through team staff, Ms. Cappiello is responsible for review of illustrative material, graphic
layout, photoshoot final proofs, and general assurance of consistency and quality control of artistic work. She is
responsible for the time management of project staff. When approached with a challenging project, Ms. Cappiello is
adept in identifying the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, and approaches to
problems, and communicating this to her team.
INTERNATIONAL
Years with Michael Baker
22
Years of Experience
31
Education
B.F.A., 1994, Graphic
Design, Columbia
College, Chicago, IL
Relevant Ex erience Certificate, 2010, Web
p Authoring, Irvine Valley
Susquehanna Township Comprehensive Plan, Susquehanna Township, Pennsylvania. Susquehanna College
Township. Graphic Designer. Created community workshop, city/county meeting graphics and/or project event
graphics. Michael Baker provided urban design, public outreach, and visioning services for the development of the first comprehensive plan for
Susquehanna Township in nearly 20 years. During its visioning and public outreach, Michael Baker identified six areas of focus for the townships,
prioritizing the issues of redevelopment and creating a sense of place. Additionally, Michael Baker outlined recommendations for implementing a
new form -based zoning rewrite, which aims to create a more predictably built environment with high -quality spaces.
Plan Santa Paula: Housing Workshop Series, Santa Paula, California. City of Santa Paula. Graphic Designer. Responsible for graphic design.
Michael Baker developed a survey and designed and conducted a series of intensive, hands-on community workshops focused on future housing
and development both in and adjacent to the city. Michael Baker designed the workshops to involve hundreds of residents in community dialogue
and deliberation about how the city can and should grow. The four-part facilitated workshop series was televised live on cable.
Monterey Park General Plan Healthy Community and Sustainable Community Elements and General Plan EIR and Addendum, Monterey
Park, California. City of Monterey Park. Graphic Designer. Responsible for graphic design. Michael Baker prepared a healthy community element
and a sustainable community element for the general plan after the city won a state sustainable community planning grant to create these
documents. Michael Baker created an existing conditions report identifying health issues, behaviors, and environmental conditions that might be
contributing to health outcomes, sustainability metrics such as resource use, and current efforts to promote health and sustainability. Michael Baker
also facilitated community workshops and outreach efforts to solicit input and generate excitement and understanding of opportunities to achieve a
healthy and sustainable community. Michael Baker developed goals, policies, and implementation actions based on the existing conditions findings
and community input for the two new general plan elements.
General Planning Contract, Pinellas County, Florida. City of St. Pete Beach. Graphic Designer. Responsible for graphic design. Michael Baker
provided visioning, master planning, urban design, landscape architecture and transportation planning services for this unique main street. The
Vision Plan is a result of intensive community immersion and workshops that led to the design of the entire Corey Avenue corridor, including major
developments at the easternmost "Sunrise" parcels and westernmost "Sunset" parcels. Project elements included major waterfront parks, hotels,
commercial, and retail developments, streetscape improvements, architectural precedents, and major traffic congestion mitigation through the
analysis and use of a couplet. The couplet not only will dramatically improve traffic flow, but will also provide space for safer pedestrian crossings
throughout the area. The project utilized in-house LiDAR survey technology to facilitate 3D analysis and presentations.
General Plan Outreach, Scottsdale, Arizona. City of Scottsdale. Graphic Designer. Responsible for graphic design. Michael Baker served as the
lead public involvement consultant providing public engagement guidance, graphic design, project messaging, and workshop strategy development
assistance to the city's long range planning staff. Specific work tasks included assisting in the development of public information material;
coordination of land use design charrettes; development of strategy; facilitation of "World Cafe" workshop discussions; and development of self -
guided workshop -in -a -box informational materials along with video montages, social media announcements, and project website content for public
consumption.
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William Pope Land Development
Mr. Pope works in Michael Baker's Palm Desert Office. He has resided in the Coachella Valley
all of his life and has seen the many changes that have shaped the landscape of this beautiful
valley. He is experienced with AutoCAD Land Development Desktop software including Civil and Survey modules,
AutoCAD Civil 3D, along with various data -base packages for hydrology/hydraulics and map checking protocols. Mr.
Pope has extensive knowledge in the writing of legal descriptions, area calculations and mapping which includes
Parcel Maps, Tract Maps and Lot Line Adjustments. He works closely with the Michael Baker's Public Works
personnel in providing necessary base mapping, right-of-way analysis and property research through various parcel
information programs and close contact with various title companies locally. With 20 years of experience in the
consulting engineering industry, Mr. Pope has developed unique skills in the preparation of parcel, tract and
ALTA/ACSM plats along with civil design plans including sewer, water, storm sewer, hydrology calculations, as well
as street plan and profile design.
Relevant Experience
I M T E A M A T 1 0 M A L
Years with Michael Baker
13
Years of Experience
32
Education
Vocation al/Technical,
2005, Surveying and
Mapping Course, Mount
San Jacinto Community
College
Terra Lago Four Seasons Project, Indio, California. K. Hovnanian Companies of California. Mapping Specialist.
Responsible for mapping services. Michael Baker provided and is currently preparing mapping services for the Terra Lago Four Seasons project
consisting of an ultimate build -out of 827 residential, single-family lots. Terra Lago is being built over several phases with the first phases including
seven separate final maps that were prepared and recorded within the City of Indio. Michael Baker was responsible for attending project meetings
and preparing final tract maps, ALTA surveys, and various plats and legal descriptions to assist the developer with the Bureau of Real Estate (BRE)
and Department of Real Estate (DRE).
The Thermal Club Project, Thermal, California. Thermal Operating Company, LLC. Mapping Specialist. Responsible for mapping services.
Michael Baker is providing construction surveying services for The Thermal Club, a premier private motorsports facility. In addition to 4.5 miles of
members -only racetrack, the club facilities will include over 200 founders lots, a clubhouse, and village unrivaled in the motorsports world, and it will
rank among the best of private clubs of any type. The project encompasses 530 acres in Riverside County, California.
Tennis Gardens at Indian Wells, Indian Wells, California. Pm Sports Management. Mapping Specialist. Responsible for the on -site grading
design and on -site utility infrastructure for the Garden of Champions tennis complex expansion project. Michael Baker provided engineering services
for the Garden of Champions expansion project, a tennis complex constructed on the remaining 30-acre vacant site adjacent to the existing tennis
complex. The complex is home to the BNP Paribas Open Tennis Tournament. As part of the proposed design, it was necessary to relocate a
domestic sewer and water main, quitclaim existing easements back to the landowner, and prepare new easements for the Coachella Valley Water
District main lines that were relocated. Project work includes bid evaluation and construction management services. The project includes a new
16,000-seat main stadium, four other new tennis courts, two new parking lots, and turf parking areas, along with 700 hotel rooms, 140 casita suites,
68,000 square feet of quality restaurants, and a service station-carwash-mini-mart. Project construction is slated to start after the 2013 Tournament
and be completed for the 2014 BNP Paribas Open.
Jefferson Street and Varner Road Improvement Project, Indio, California. City of Indio. Mapping Specialist. Responsible for mapping services.
Michael Baker prepared roadway designs to widen Jefferson Street and realign Varner Road to accommodate anticipated future traffic volume due to
the 1-10 interchange. The proposed project will improve Varner Road, east and west of Jefferson Street north, and Jefferson Street north to the
required roadway sections per the Interchange traffic analysis report. Varner Road will be widened to four through lanes with dual left turn lanes in
the eastbound to northbound direction, dual right turn lanes in the eastbound to future southbound direction, and triple left turn lanes in the
westbound to future southbound direction. Jefferson Street will be widened to six through lanes within the project limits, dual left turn lanes in the
southbound to eastbound direction and a free right turn lane in the future northbound to eastbound direction.
Marriott Shadow Ridge Resort, Palm Desert, California. Marriott Ownership Resorts. Mapping Specialist. Responsible for mapping services.
Michael Baker provided surveying and mapping services for Phase 9 of the Marriott Desert Springs Villas North Development, which will include the
ultimate build -out of 999 attached vacation residential time-share dwelling units (villas), an 18-hole golf course, sales center, and restaurant. The
villas are grouped in 51 buildings with approximately 20 villas per building. Michael Baker assisted with various parcel map waivers through the City
of Palm Desert for re -configuring the previously mapped lots along with vacation of several emergency vehicle access easements. Michael Baker
also prepared a record of survey and various legal descriptions and plat maps for future food truck lot access.
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Kevin Hills, PLS Survey
Mr. Hills spent over a decade as the County Surveyor for Orange County, California and has
extensive experience in private industry. His expertise encompasses land surveying and
mapping for capital improvements, right-of-way, complex boundaries, and various types of subdivisions, including 3-
D AL TA/architectural design and airspace. He is skilled in Reality Capture, BIM applications, and utilizes advanced
terrestrial, mobile, and aerial survey technologies. Additionally, Mr. Hills is an expert in Subdivision Map Act and
Professional Land Surveyors Act issues.
Relevant Experience
30 Parks Legal Descriptions. Los Angeles County, Department of Public Works. Survey Manager. Responsibilities
included providing QAIQC reviews for legal descriptions and exhibits.
Anser. City of Palm Desert. Project Manager. Responsible for QAIQC of topographic survey, ALTA Survey and Lot
Line Adjustments.
As needed Right of Way and Professional Land Surveyor Services 2 yr agreement. Eastern Municipal Water
Dist. Survey Manager. Responsible for QAIQC of legal descriptions for Water District Annexations.
ATP Florence -Firestone. Los Angeles County, Department of Public Works. Survey Manager. Responsible for
QAIQC of Records of Survey.
Land Surveying and Mapping Services. Southern California Edison Company. Survey Manager. Responsibilities
included providing QAIQC reviews for mapping base.
On -Call Land Surveying Services. Orange County Public Works. Survey Manager. Responsible for QAIQC of
Corner Records.
Park and Recreation Dept. As Needed Consultant Services - Real Estate. Los Angeles County, Department of
Public Works. Survey Manager. Responsibilities included providing QAIQC reviews for legal descriptions and
exhibits.
INTERNATIONAL
Years with Michael Baker
1
Years of Experience
39
Education
M.B.A., 2011, Innovation
Management/Finance,
Pepperdine University
BSc, 2009, Business
Management,
Pepperdine University
A.S.T., 1986, Surveying
and Mapping, British
Columbia Institute of
Technology
Licenses/Certifications
Professional Land
Surveyor, California,
1991, 6617
Varner Road Interstate 10 Bypass Route, Cathedral City, California. Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG). Survey Manager.
Responsible for QAIQC of Record of Survey.
Hollywood Hills Relocation. Southern California Edison Company. Survey Manager. Responsibilities included providing QAIQC reviews for
mapping base.
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John Duquette, P LS Mapping
s Mr. Duquette has many years of professional surveying experience with a broad background
in boundary and right-of-way analysis and calculations for transportation and road
improvement projects for a variety of public agencies.
RC I VQI II CAIJCI It I IGe
Downtown Indio Infrastructure - Phase 1 Civil Improvements - Design Services, Indio, California. Indio
Redevelopment Agency. Technician. Responsible for CADD mapping. 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.
INTERNATIONAL
Years with Michael Baker
20
Years of Experience
35
Education
A.S.,1996, Surveying
and Mapping, Santa Ana
College
Licenses/Certifications
Professional Land
Marriott Shadow Ridge, Palm Desert, California. Houston Tyner Inc. Technician. Responsible for CADD mapping. ! Surveyor, California,
Michael Baker provided engineering services for the development of a 315-acre time share project with an 18-hole 1999, 7566
golf course, resort center, sales center, maintenance center, large pool and recreation area, and six villages with
999 time-share units. Michael Baker's services included the design of on -site and offsite street improvement plans,
precise and rough grading plans, on -site and off -site water and sewer improvement plans, and storm drain plans;
coordination with Marriott personnel, various sub -consultants, and contractors during design and construction; and construction administration
support.
Public Street Improvement Plans, Menifee, California. Century Communities. Project Manager. Responsible for development and oversight of
public street improvement plans for portions of Mclaughlin and Barnett Road. Work included coordination with Client, City Engineer and Public
Works. Collaborated with project team to develop innovative solutions and facility final approval.
Interstate 2151 Los Alamos Road Overcrossing, Murrieta, California. City of Murrieta. CADD Technician. Supported the project with field data
processing and GPS control network analysis. Michael Baker provided environmental evaluation, structures engineering and design, and survey and
right-of-way engineering for the widening of Los Alamos Road and the 1-215 bridge overcrossing structure. Michael Baker also provided utility
research, utility record maps for field search, right-of-way surveying, hydrology and storm drain analysis, and final metric utility Maps.
Interstate 151 California Oaks Road Interchange Modification, Murrieta, California. City of Murrieta. Technician. Responsible for CADD
mapping. Michael Baker prepared final plans, specifications, and cost estimate (PS&E) for the Interstate 151California Oaks Road interchange
modification project. The improvements included reconfiguring the existing diamond interchange into a modified partial cloverleaf configuration;
widening and lowering California Oaks Road to accommodate three through lanes in each direction, and the required vertical clearance to the
mainline undercrossing structures; bridge widening of two separate undercrossing structures; retaining walls (one Type 1 wall and two tie -back
walls); drainage improvements, including an infiltration basin; utility relocations; traffic signal improvements at two intersections; and electrical
improvements to lighting and ramp metering equipment.
Back Basin Blending Pipeline, Lake Elsinore, California. Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District. Technician. Responsible for CADD mapping.
Michael Baker prepared the design for the Back Basin Wells Arsenic Blending Pipeline project for Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District. Michael
Baker designed 20-inch ductile iron pipe to convey low arsenic well water from the Summerly and Diamond Wells to blend with the high arsenic well
water from the Cereal #1 and Corydon Wells. The project design included constructability analyses, corrosion, topographic mapping, field surveys,
and hydraulic review of the mixing system. Extensive potholing was provided to map existing utilities in the area. The construction costs came in
$30,000 under the projected budget.
Interstate 151 State Route 79 South Interchange Improvements, Temecula, California. City of Temecula. Surveyor. Processed GPS field
control and created a Record of Survey showing existing monumentation, as well as legal descriptions for various easements affected by the project.
Transportation planning services were provided for the development of six interchange alternatives, which were documented and approved through
Caltrans District 8 in a Project Study Report. Michael Baker then completed a Project Report, Modified Access Report, and combined CEQAINEPA
document for the Recommended Build Alternative, which required close coordination with both Caltrans District 8 and the Federal Highway
Administration. Currently, Michael Baker is preparing Final PS&E for this $30M interchange improvement project.
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David Suls, A I C P Phase 2 Master Plan
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Mr. Suls is a certified planner with a couple decades of experience in land use planning,transportation planning, policy, economic development, community outreach and capital
project management. He has worked within long-range planning for the private, non-profit, and public sectors
preparing general plans, specific plans, master plans, zoning ordinances and design standards. In addition, he is
experienced in leading the implementation of policy documents, including implementing funding strategies and
managing design and construction of capital improvements. Mr. Suls applies his strong and diverse planning and
project management skills to navigate complex projects and collaborate with clients across disciplines.
Relevant Experience
General Plan Update and EIR, Riverside, California. City of Riverside, Deputy Project Manager. Responsible for
comprehensive updates to the City of Riverside's General Plan, last updated in 2007, to ensure its goals and
policies reflect the current conditions and vision of the community and comply with State legislation. Updates were
made to the following Elements: Land Use & Urban Design, Environmental Justice, Public Safety, Air Quality,
Education, and Health. Also responsible for coordinating task leads, internal deadlines, budget, and quality control
and quality assurance of deliverables.
I N T[ N N A T I O N A L
Years with Michael Baker
Years of Experience
21
Education
B.A., 2002, Economics,
University of Wisconsin
at Madison
M.S., 2004, Urban
Design, University
College London
Licenses/Certifications
Foothill Central Specific Plan Update, Rialto, California. City of Rialto, Project Manager. Responsible for leading j
the development of the Foothill Central Specific Plan. The plan guides housing in the City's downtown area and a ;American Institute of
Certified Planners, 2008
major gateway corridor along historic Route 66. The document includes a focus on incentivizing dense and mixed
used developments, an urban design framework, and development standards. The project featured extensive and
innovative community engagement, actively involving residents and businesses throughout the planning process to help shape the final plan.
Temecula Municipal Code Update, Temecula, California. City of Temecula. Project Manager. Responsible for leading an extensive review and
update of the City's zoning code to bring the code into compliance with State housing regulations from 2017-2022 and to reflect programs set forth in
the City's Sixth Cycle Housing Element.
Media District Specific Plan Update, Burbank, California. City of Burbank, Project Manager. Responsible for updating the Media District Specific
Plan which establishes land use policies and development standards for the commercial, residential, and industrial areas located in the southwestern
corner of the City of Burbank. The updated plan will align with City's current goals and emphasize policies that promote housing production while
maintaining design standards that respect the character of the neighborhood. The Media District Specific Plan is a TOD-focused complete
community plan that will help achieve mobility goals, implement Housing Element goals, address updates to the zoning code, and bring the City into
compliance with recent housing legislation.
San Diego Mobility Master Plan, San Diego, California. City of San Diego. Project Manager. Responsible for the development of the City of San
Diego's long range mobility plan to take actionable steps in identifying and implementing mobility projects, programs, and policies that support the
City's Climate Action Plan for reducing VMT, increasing non -auto mode share, and prioritizing investments in under-resourced communities. The
plan includes a prioritization methodology integrated into over 10,000 proposed mobility projects and includes performance metrics and monitoring to
track projects moving forward.
Comprehensive Zoning Code Update, South El Monte, California. City of South El Monte, Project Manager. Responsible for leading an overhaul
of the City's zoning code to improve clarity, usability, and alignment with current regulations. The update incorporated recent changes in state and
federal housing legislation and introduced objective design standards to support streamlined project review. As part of the initiative, a visually
engaging zoning code handbook was developed to serve as a quick -reference guide for both planning staff and the public.
Santa Paula Branch Line Recreational Trail Master Plan Update, Ventura County, California. Ventura County Transportation Commission,
Planner. Responsible for initiating the development of the Master Plan Update and oversaw initial urban design work. The project will create a rails
with trails corridor with over 20 miles of new bicycle and pedestrian trails, integrating with existing mobility hubs, and upgrading existing trails in
Santa Paula, Fillmore and Piru.
California HCD Prohousing Designation Program, Riverside and Orange County, California. Southern California Association of Governments.
Project Manager. Assisted cities in Riverside County and Orange County in completing successful Prohousing Designation applications.
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Shannon L I S ka A I C P Phase 2 Master Plan
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Ms. Liska has experience in supporting a variety of policy, ordinance and land development
A� projects including preparation of Housing Elements, community planning documents,
Years with Michael Baker
entitlement support, environmental studies, NEPA and CEQA documentation, graphic support, and GIS services.
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She is an effective communicator and experienced researcher. Her past projects include numerous compliant Sixth
Cycle Housing Element updates, zoning code updates, and environmental assessments.
Years of Experience
Relevant Experience
5
Hub City Centre Specific Plan Amendment & EIR Addendum, Colton, California. City of Colton. Planner.
Education
Michael Baker prepared an amendment to the Hub City Centre Specific Plan to implement programs 10, 11, and 18
! M.C.P., 2020, City
to rezone sites in the Specific Plan Area to meet the City's RHNA. The sites identified would be rezoned to RES-MU
! Planning, San Diego
(Residential Mixed -Use), which is a new zoning district. The new RES-MU zone would allow a minimum density of
State University
20 dwelling units per acre (du/ac) and a maximum density of 40 du/ac Michael Baker also prepared Objective
B.A., 2017, Sociology,
Design Standards that apply to the new RES-MU zone. An EIR Addendum was prepared to cover the proposed
Gonzaga University
Specific Plan Amendment and ODS.
B.A., 2017, Economics,
Casa de Oro Specific Plan, Campo Road, San Diego, California. San Diego County. Planner. Responsibilities
Gonzaga University
included creating and comparing the use schedule for the specific plan and working on the draft of the glossary for
;Licenses/Certifications
the specific plan. Michael Baker provided planning services to prepare the Campo Road Corridor Revitalization
Specific Plan. The plan was prepared in three phases: Phase 1 concentrated on understanding existing conditions,
American Institute of
Phase 2 was focused on building a vision and reaching out to the community, and Phase 3 concentrated on the
Certified Planners, 2023,
preparation of specific plan documents. This community -based plan aimed to improve the urban form, quality of life,
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and public safety along the Campo Road Commercial Corridor.
ADU Program Support, San Bernardino, California. San Bernardino Associated Governments (SANBAG). Planner. Responsibilities included GIS
site analysis for the City of Redlands housing element update. Identified sites with potential for low-income developments to include in housing
element update. Conducted GIS analysis of RHNA sites and to identify parcels included in various Housing Element programs. Drafted the fair
housing section of the Housing Element, including necessary fair housing mapping and spatial analysis. Completed HCD sites inventory form and
appropriate revisions in the Housing Element in response to multiple rounds of HCD review. Michael Baker assisted the client with the Accessory
Dwelling Unit (ADU) program to help the communities in the San Bernardino County area. The project included developing a toolkit of policies and
programs for use by various communities to include in their housing elements. Michael Baker participated in planning commissioner meetings to
provide updates on the projects by reaching out to more than 30 stakeholders to create a toolkit of programs and understand the state of ADU
construction as well as emerging ideas in the field. A countywide online survey was sent to gather more input. The Michael Baker team also
developed plan sets for 13 ADUs varying from studio to two -bedroom configurations. Each plan set was accompanied by three different elevation
styles. A total of 10 architectural styles were used to produce elevations. Of the 13 sets, four sets were developed to the construction documentation
stage. Additionally, Michael Baker also developed objective design standards that could be customized as needed.
Los Altos Housing Element and Safety Element Revisions, Los Altos, California. City of Los Altos. Planner. Responsible for drafting major
portions of the housing element draft including the needs assessment, constraints, and analysis of fair housing. Conducted public outreach by
drafting a survey, compiling a list of stakeholders, and organizing and facilitating focus groups. Assisted in revisions in several rounds of HCD
comment letters to achieve a compliant housing element. Supported staff in adoption hearings. Michael Baker prepared a comprehensive set of
revisions to the city's housing element and safety element. The project involved a comprehensive public engagement plan in multiple languages,
including special workshops and outreach. The safety element focused on updating the established conditions analysis in accordance with the new
regulation and OPR Guidelines, integrating county led HMP into the safety element. Michael Baker also conducted an evacuation routes study in
accordance with AB 747 to study the capacity and viability of evacuation routes.
Housing Element & ODS, CEQA Guidelines SIB 131 Checklist, Los Altos Hills, California. Town of Los Altos Hills. Planner. The proposed
Project would implement Program A-1 from the adopted Sixth Cycle Housing Element (amended July 2025), resulting in the rezoning of at least 19
acres via the creation of two new multifamily zones The sites identified would be rezoned to one of two proposed individual zones: a multifamily zone
or a multifamily overlay zone. The multifamily zones would be adopted with Objective Design Standards that would provide for the future
development of residential housing at a density of 20-24 du/ac. In addition, minor amendments to the General Plan Land Use Element would be
made for consistency purposes.
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Jake Poland Phosel&2
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Mr. Poland entered the field of EM by participating in the Cal OES Summer Internship Program
before joining Tetra Tech's hazard mitigation planning team. He is currently employed at
L ;Years with Michael Baker
Michael Baker, where he works to support communities with Hazard Mitigation Plans (HMPs),
Emergency Operations Plans (EOPs), and other local community planning documents. 1
Relevant Experience Years of Experience
Grand Terrace, California. City of Grand Terrace. Planner. Member of the planning team responsible for elements 3
of meeting development, hazard profiles, vulnerability assessment, and mitigation strategy. Attended in -person Education
meetings with the client and worked with the project team to develop the LHMP and engage the public through g.A., 2019, Criminal
public outreach events. Justice, California State
Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update, San Clemente, California. City of San Clemente. Planner. Member of the University at Fullerton
planning team and primary point of contact for the LHMP, responsible for meeting development, hazard profiles, A.A., Emergency and
vulnerability assessment, and mitigation strategy. Attended in -person meetings with the client and worked with the Disaster Management,
project team to develop the LHMP and engage the public through public outreach events. The project focused on ;Coastline Community
identifying community vulnerabilities, assessing risks from natural and human -caused hazards, and developing
College
actionable mitigation strategies.
Scope of work to update the City's Local Hazard Mitigation Plan and conduct associated community outreach in accordance with Cal
OESIFEMA requirements, Seal Beach, California. City of Seal Beach. Planner. Member of the planning team responsible for elements of meeting
development, hazard profiles, vulnerability assessment, and mitigation strategy. Attended in -person meetings with the client and worked with the
project team to develop the LHMP and engage the public through public outreach events. The project focused on identifying community
vulnerabilities, assessing risks from natural and human -caused hazards, and developing actionable mitigation strategies.
Local Hazard Mitigation Plans (LHMPs). City of Los Angeles, City of Concord, City of Roseville, Tri-Valley, County of Nevada, County of Schuylkill
(PA), Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. Participated in the planning process for a number of city and county local hazard mitigation
plans. Responsibilities include hazard profiling for natural and human -caused hazards, leading jurisdictional annex data collection efforts by
collaborating with special districts and municipalities, assisting in the navigation of new FEMA guidance, and assisting in public outreach efforts. The
City of Roseville LHMP is being held up as a national LHMP example following recent FEMA Mitigation Planning Guidance released earlier this year.
Cal Fire - Fire Prevention Grant Management & Creation of Emergency Operations Plan Update, Yorba Linda, California. City of Yorba
Linda. Planner. Responsible for drafting, editing, and polishing the Emergency Operations Plan through collaboration with Michael Baker staff and
the client. Utilized personal relationship with client and prior emergency management experience to capitalize on Michael Baker's capabilities and
deliver a quality product to the client.
Beverly Hills. City of Beverly Hills. Planner. Member of the planning team responsible for elements of meeting development, hazard profiles,
vulnerability assessment, and mitigation strategy. Attended in -person meetings with the client and worked with the project team to develop the LHMP
and engage the public through public outreach events. The project focused on identifying community vulnerabilities, assessing risks from natural and
human -caused hazards, and developing actionable mitigation strategies.
Professional Service Agreement to update & prepare certain Elements of its General Plan, Seal Beach, California. City of Seal Beach.
Planner. Assisted the project team with updating the environmental justice element of the general plan. Analyzed various vulnerability metrics to
determine which populations in the planning area face heightened risk to environmental risks.
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Casey Marchese Phase2MasterPlan
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-_� Mr. Marchese primarily focuses on supporting the community development and resilience
planning group, with a focus on hazard mitigation plans, local coastal programs and other
resilience -related projects. Additional areas of support include long-range and policy planning
and community outreach.
Mr. Marchese holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Environmental Studies with an emphasis in Environmental Quality:
Air, Water, and Soil from the University of California, Santa Barbara. His coursework included geological applications
of geographic information systems, environmental impact analysis pursuant to the California Environmental Quality
Act and National Environmental Policy Act, water quality, field hydrology, and groundwater, among other subjects.
INTEMNATIONAL
Years with Michael Baker
Years of Experience
Education
Relevant Experience B.A., 2020,
Environmental Studies,
The Terraces at Walnut Master Planned Community, Walnut, California. SunJoint Development, LLC. Planner. ;University of California,
Responsible for coordinating entitlements, permitting, and plan checks between Michael Baker engineers and j
Santa Barbara
regulatory agencies in order to progress the project. Utilized organization skills and critical thinking to identify
opportunities to expedite the planning process for the client. Michael Baker assisted with an infill development project in the city of Walnut, California.
The project area covered 45 acres and consisted of 17,000 square feet of retail, 79 townhomes, and 211 single-family residences.
Pinole General Housing Element and Safety Element Updates, Pinole, California. City of Pinole. Planner. Responsible for drafting the
Environmental Justice Element Update, in compliance with Government Code Section 65302(h), to identify disadvantaged populations and develop
a comprehensive policy strategy aimed at mitigating disproportionate environmental impacts on residents. Researched communities within the City
of Pinole to identify areas that are most affected by sources of pollution, vulnerable populations and other environmental justice concerns. Drafted
the existing conditions report for the City Safety Element Update to provide a comprehensive understanding of the health and safety concerns facing
the Pinole. Assisted in conducting a vulnerability assessment outlining the impacts of natural disasters on critical facilities and residents/businesses
in Pinole which will be incorporated into the City Safety Element. Michael Baker prepared a comprehensive set of revisions to the city's 6th Cycle
General Plan housing element and safety element and prepared a new environmental justice element. The project involved a comprehensive public
engagement plan in four languages and multiple city council and planning commission workshops.
Seal Beach General Plan. City of Seal Beach. Planner. Responsible for drafting the Environmental Justice Element, in compliance with Government
Code Section 65302(h), to identify disadvantaged populations in the City of Seal Beach. Developed goals and policies that ensure the fair treatment
and meaningful involvement of all people regardless of race, color, national origin, or income with respect to the development, implementation and
enforcement of environmental laws. Researched communities within the Seal Beach to identify areas that are most affected by sources of pollution,
vulnerable populations and other environmental justice concerns.
General Plan and Local Coastal Program Update, Carlsbad, California. City of Carlsbad. Planner. Responsible for revising the Local Coastal
Program in response to feedback from the client and to meet the requirements of the California Coastal Commission. Michael Baker provided
engineering and planning services to preparing the first comprehensive revision of the City of Carlsbad Zoning Ordinance since it was first adopted in
the 1950s. The project implemented the 2015 General Plan Update and the revised Local Coastal Program and involved a full reorganization of the
code consistent with best practices, including the consolidation and streamlining of much of the redundant provisions, new and amended definitions
including graphics, and substantial reformatting to make the code user-friendly and easy to navigate. Michael Baker also produced a coastline
vulnerability study for the city that identifies coastal areas most susceptible to sea -level rise and provides adaptation strategies for mitigation.
Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update. City of San Clemente. Planner. Responsible for drafting the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan for the City of San
Clemente and participating in planning meetings with the city, stakeholders, and other applicable agencies. Prepared community outreach materials
for use at public engagement events. Guided planning staff in researching and profiling hazards that may potentially impact the city. Helped identify
and incorporate the city's capabilities for mitigating and responding to hazards and assisted in identifying critical facilities at risk from the profiled
hazards. Helped develop mitigation strategies based on hazard risks and city priorities. The project focused on identifying community vulnerabilities,
assessing risks from natural and human -caused hazards, and developing actionable mitigation strategies.
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7Matt Klyszeiko, AICP Phase 2 Master Plan
Mr. Klyszeiko offers extensive planning experience with an emphasis in land use planning,
&lkikland entitlement, and public involvement. Mr. Klyszeiko's background includes project
management and development of due diligence reports, feasibility reports, site plans, land use plans, design
guidelines, and project theming and preparation of planning policy documents, including zoning ordinances, specific
plans, and general/comprehensive plans, for both private and public sector clients. Mr. Klyszeiko has been involved
in a variety of projects throughout the State of Arizona, from small infill and mixed -use projects to larger, master
planned communities, renewable energy facilities, and municipal land use plans.
Relevant Experience
INTESNATIONAL
Years with Michael Baker
21
Years of Experience
25
Education
B.S., 2001, Urban
Anthem at Whetstone Ranch Master Planned Community, Benson, Arizona. Pulte Homes - Tucson. Senior
! Planning, Arizona State
Planner. Responsible for due diligence research, development of the Town of Benson Community Master Plan
University
(CMP) ordinance that allowed for the creation of the Whetstone CMP, and development of the Whetstone
;Licenses/Certifications
Preliminary and Final CMP. Michael Baker provided planning, entitlement, survey, and engineering design services
American Institute
for a 6,000-acre, 13,750-unit master planned community located in Benson, Arizona. Positioned against the
of
Planners,
Whetstone Mountains with views across the San Pedro River Valley to the Dragoon Mountains, Anthem at
!Certified
;Arizona, 2006, 020529
Whetstone Ranch will include an Anthem level quality community and a Del Webb style active adult community,
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joined together with a central "Town Center." This project has an anticipated 15-20 year total built -out. Michael
Baker's services included due diligence research; development of the Town of Benson Community Master Plan
(CMP) Ordinance; development of the Whetstone Preliminary and Final CMP; field survey; aerial topography; floodplain mapping; master drainage
report; preliminary design; and grading studies
Sedella Master Planned Community, Goodyear, Arizona. Meritage Homes Corporation. Planner. Responsible for the land use design and lot
layout of this 640-acre single-family residential community located in Goodyear, Arizona. Michael Baker developed a set of approved plans for
Sedella, a 1,154-lot residential development consisting of a full section of land, 640 acres, in Goodyear, Arizona. Michael Baker assisted in phasing
and construction schedules by splitting Sedella into four phases and 13 parcels. Michael Baker prepared grading, paving, water, sewer, and
stormwater plans. This project included four miles of infrastructure on the surrounding arterial streets plus additional infrastructure within the site.
Michael Baker assisted the client in dealing with off -site utilities and stormwater flows, including design of several miles of drainage channels, a
complex spreader basin, and a conditional letter of map revision application. Michael Baker also completed master water and sewer reports for the
project.
Sonoran Valley General Plan Amendment, Goodyear, Arizona. City of Goodyear. Planner. Assisted in development of the amendment, including
the creation of land use plans, land ownership information, public land maps, a transportation element, and water -sewer master plans. The nine -
month effort included coordination of the compilation of land use planning and technical studies and facilitation of City of Goodyear, BLM, State Land
Department, Montage Holdings, and other stakeholder interests throughout the complex and detailed planning process. Work elements included
coordination with the State Land Department on land use plans for state trust land and an iterative process with land owners to refine the land use
and circulation plans. Michael Baker developed a General Plan Amendment for a 95-square-mile addition to the city's municipal planning area.
Agua Fria Master Plan, Youngtown, Arizona. Senior Project Planner. Responsible for the project visioning and conceptual planning of long range
land use opportunities along and within the Agua Fria River corridor. This project consisted of completing a visioning exercise with Town staff as well
as developing a detailed master plan that included conceptual design of active and passive recreational facilities, a commercial lifestyle center,
commerce park uses, and hospitality opportunities.
Buckeye Trails Master Plan, Buckeye, Arizona. Project Planner. Responsible for this project in which Michael Baker provided the entire planning
and engineering services for a comprehensive Trails Master Plan. The Trails Master Plan provided a suitability analysis of over 600 square miles of
land area and established a hierarchy of trail classifications and character types that are supported by detailed trail design standards and
implementation strategies that together provide clear guidance regarding the construction and maintenance of trails to Buckeye's elected officials
and members of the development community. Services included leading the public involvement, trail suitability and alternatives analysis, data
inventory and technical analysis, policy formulation, development standards matrix, design guidelines and implementation plan. Other services
include overseeing the creation of the document and all coordination and public presentations to Town Staff, the Parks Board, and Town Council.
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Peter Quintanilla Phase 2 Visualization
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Mr. Quintanilla is an urban designer with extensive experience engaging with communities
around the world. As the Design HUB Lead at Michael Baker's Pittsburgh office, Mr.
!Years with Michael Baker
Quintanilla leads a team of innovative urban designers, engineers and planners. He utilizes live drawing to engage
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the community in decision -making during the design process for comprehensive plans, specific plans, vision
workshops, and large-scale redevelopment of brownfields.
Years of Experience
Relevant Experience
27
Comprehensive Planning Services, Eastvale, California. City of Eastvale. Designer. Responsibilities included
Education
providing design services. Michael Baker provided comprehensive planning services this recently incorporated City
M.Arch., 2003,
in Western Riverside County. Michael Baker served as the City's planning staff, providing current and advance
Architecture/Urban
planning processing, counter staffing, Planning Commission meeting facilitation; plan review; staff reports
Design, University of
preparation; City functions participation; CEQA compliance and review; Tribes on SB18 and AB52 coordination;
Miami
Western Riverside County Regional Conservation Authority (RCA) coordination for their Multiple Species Habitat
! B.A., 1999, Chemistry,
Conservation Plan (MSHCP); and special project work, such as preparation of the City's Economic Development
University of Miami
website.
Pueblo Viejo Implementation Plan, Coachella, California. City of Coachella. Senior Designer. Responsible for
creating design solutions to several issues identified by city leaders. Michael Baker worked with the client to develop and implement the Pueblo Viejo
downtown vision plan in Coachella, California. The project included development of public space improvements, cost
opinions, and financial planning
for capital projects and design standards and guidelines to implement in -fill mixed -use development and compatible architecture.
Michael Baker
landscape architects partnered with city staff, downtown business owners, and residents to implement the plan.
Beach Boulevard Specific Plan. City of Anaheim, California. (Previous Firm). Working with local stakeholders and members from the planning
department in the city, worked to develop a new hybrid form base code for the specific plan area. This new code allowed commercial and residential
mixed uses along major thoroughfare, while allowing residential on the ground floor on the neighborhood streets.
Chambersburg Borough Comprehensive Plan, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. Borough of Chambersburg. Public Engagement Specialist.
Facilitated public engagement and stakeholder interviews and led multiple two -days public workshop conducted in a hybrid format to fully engage
residents and enable participatory and collaborative input in the plan's development. Using illustrative graphics and live sketching to help participants
visualize potential investments and policies and build consensus towards a shared vision. The comprehensive plan highlighted three catalyst areas
of transformation and built upon prior successful plans to identify ways to further advance diversity and economic development throughout downtown
and surrounding neighborhoods. Strategies developed include public art collaborations, public realm and programming expansion, multimodal street
and streetscape improvements, adaptive reuse, and creative stormwater management through natural landscaping. Michael Baker prepared an
update to its comprehensive plan, titled Chambersburg Vision 2035 Comprehensive Plan which serves as the official policy guide for short-term and
long-term decision making relative to priority investments in the Borough of Chambersburg over the next 10 years. The team provided project
management, client relations, urban design and revitalization, as well as document graphic design, editing, and publishing.
2028 Olympics Eng Services, Huntington Beach, California. City of Huntington Beach. Senior Designer. Designed a conceptual master plan for
the Huntington Beach Central Park, to incorporate skateboarding and BMX competition facilities. The conceptual master plan also incorporates a
lake and makes new connections over Goldenwest Street to connect both sides of the park.
Tustin Transit Oriented Development Masterplan, Tustin, California. (Previous Experience). Responsible for creating a new masterplan for the
decommissioned Marines base in Tustin. Masterplan included over 60 acres of park space, community center, retail and over 2,000 dwelling units
along with 60,000 SF of retail space. This new development was designed adjacent to the existing regional train service — Tustin Station for
Metrolink.
Masterplan for University of Miami, South Campus, Homestead, Florida. (Previous Experience). Collaborating designer of the masterplan for
110 acres site in south Miami. The new campus was part of a larger neighborhood masterplan. The university campus includes classrooms, meeting
space, dining, and library. The neighborhood masterplan included mixed -use multi -stories condominium buildings, and over 1200 residential
dwellings along with plazas and park space.
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Rick Williams, A I C P Phase 2 Finance, Grants
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Mr. Williams has multidisciplinary experience in the private and public sectors specializing in
transportation planning encompassing transit financial management, grant analysis,
Transportation Development Act (TDA) performance auditing and public affairs outreach. He has conducted TDA
triennial performance audits for both urban and rural clients throughout the state, including the most recent audit
cycles of the Riverside County Transportation Commission and the operators under its jurisdiction. Mr. Williams is
also experienced in the development of preliminary funding analysis and financial plans for Short -Range Transit
Plans and Comprehensive Operational Analysis based on current and projected federal and local revenues. He has
developed and implemented multicultural public outreach and marketing campaigns for general plan updates,
specific plans, and transportation plans using communication tools such as fact sheets, press releases, email blasts,
meeting facilitation, intercept interviews, public service announcements, website copy, and summary reports. His
expertise includes being bilingual in Spanish. He has a proven ability to work collaboratively with policymakers and
stakeholders as well as to forge strong working relationships and partnerships in multidisciplinary project teams.
Relevant Experience
INTERNATIONAL
Years with Michael Baker
20
Years of Experience
22
Education
B.A.,1999, Management
Development, Fresno
Pacific University
Licenses/Certifications
American Institute of
General Plan Update, Madera, California. City of Madera. Planner. Involved in the development and Certified Planners, 2005,
implementation of a comprehensive public outreach program related to the general plan visioning process. 019892
Responsible for promoting public meetings through the development of press releases and email blasts; meeting
presentations and materials; writing Web site copy; and a host of other activities to support community outreach
efforts. Michael Baker prepared a comprehensive update to the City's General Plan; helped develop and implement a comprehensive public
outreach program, including a website and workshops, related to the General Plan visioning process; crafted the city's first Sustainability Element;
and prepared a Parks and Recreation Master Plan concurrent with the City of Madera's General Plan Update.
Patterson User Fee Cost of Services Analysis, Patterson, California. City of Patterson. Analyst. Conducted a peer review of municipal user fee
schedules. Michael Baker undertook a comprehensive approach to analyzing the cost of providing City services and updating the City's Master Fee
Schedule to fully recover these costs. The results of the comprehensive fee study will serve as a "baseline" for future updates and ensure that the
City continues its recovery of fee -based costs allowable under state law.
Broadband Strategic Master Plan, San Bernardino, California. City of San Bernardino. Technical Specialist. Responsible for composing the white
paper pertaining to exploration of public -private partnership models in the implementation of a broadband strategy. Michael Baker assisted the city of
San Bernardino, California, in developing its broadband strategic master plan by identifying strategies for equitable broadband. Services included
conducting a needs assessment, developing network designs and cost analyses, and obtaining broadband fabric, availability, environmental and
historic preservation, and demographic data from the Federal Communications Commission's National Broadband Map and other sources.
Oak Woodland Management Plan, California. EN2 Resources, Inc. Planner. Assisted in the development of a mitigation fee to protect oak
woodlands as part of a management plan and to meet compliance with general plan policies. Analyzed and modeled pertinent data cost inputs
including urban and agricultural land values, conservation easement values, habitat restoration, and management and monitoring activities. Provided
research on economic impacts of oak woodland protection values. Michael Baker assisted in the preparation of the Oak Woodland Management
Plan. Prepared fiscal analysis and fee schedule, and prepared CEQA documentation in support of the Oak Woodland Management Plan.
General Plan, Pinole, California. City of Pinole. Analyst. Involved in the development and implementation of a comprehensive public outreach
program related to the general plan and special planning area visioning process. Involvement consisted of coordinating and facilitating stakeholder
meetings, writing and producing brochures, fact sheets, and news releases. Michael Baker prepared a comprehensive update to the City of Pinole's
General Plan. The General Plan focused on community building and identity and recognized the importance of and opportunity to enhance
sustainability while managing growth. Michael Baker helped the City identify the Specific Plan as the best tool to link the General Plan vision,
redevelopment objectives, zoning requirements, and design guidelines to provide development certainty, streamline environmental review, and
promote higher -value land utilization.
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Dino Serafini PE Grants
1 iIMY E MOAT l ON IL
rm
Mr. Serafini has extensive public infrastructure planning, financing, design, and construction
management experience in California working with city, county, school district, military, and j Years with Michael Baker
private clients. He has facilitated the formation of several special financing districts that were specifically created to
finance and maintain facilities serving both new communities and redevelopment projects. Mr. Serafini has extensive ! 19
experience in the development of public facilities financing plans, cost estimates, phasing plans, threshold criteria, ;Years of Experience
and the financial implications of land development policies. 29
Relevant Experience
Education
Municipal -Regional Services, San Bernardino County, California. San Bernardino County. Assistant Project M.A., 1978,
Manager. Responsibilities included collecting data on facilities and amenities in the project area, compiling and Environmental Policy and
presenting the data in a report, and interpreting the results. Michael Baker inventoried and documented municipal Management, University
and privately provided services and amenities existing in the unincorporated areas of the First Supervisorial District ! of California, Riverside
and contrasted such services/amenities with what should be made available to residents based on industry Graduate Studies, 0, Civil
standards and generally accepted planning goals for comparable rural and urban communities. Engineering, San Diego
SB2 Grant -Funded Projects, Rolling Hills Estates, California. City of Rolling Hills Estates. Technical Lead.
State University
Conducted retail and commercial feasibility analysis and potential R01 and residual land value analyses on density B.S., 1976, Resource
alternatives for housing in commercial area. Michael Baker conducted a parking and market study focused on the Economics, University of
commercial district in Rolling Hills Estates. Michael Baker analyzed the commercial district's market conditions and California, Riverside
made recommendations for future absorption of residential and non-residential uses. Market leakage and surplus Licenses/Certifications
analysis was conducted, and comparisons were drawn from successful developments to understand sales and j
tenant mix. Demographic information as well as a tapestry segmentation analysis were also conducted for non- I Professional Engineer
Civil, California, 1993,
residential development. Pro formas were developed for various housing types to analyze the residual land value to 51164
recommend housing development density.
Water & Sewer Rate Study, Imperial, California. City of Imperial. Project Engineer. Responsible for developing the cost of providing water and
wastewater treatment, collection and disposal services, developing revenue requirements, and recommended water and sewer rates. Michael Baker
prepared a utility rate study for Imperial, to determine (1) water user rates based on the actual costs of providing water supply, treatment, and
distribution services to the City's customers and fund future capital infrastructure needs; and (2) wastewater system collection and treatment costs
and rates necessary to support such costs. Michael Baker completed a report of the costs and billing rates for water and wastewater services;
identified and analyzed current and future costs of providing utility services; established cost of service/determined revenue requirements and rate
structures; prepared rate recommendations; and prepared and submitted a draft report.
Public Facilities Fee Study Revisions, Ceres, California. City of Ceres. Project Manager. Responsible for preparation of revisions to previously
adopted development impact fee nexus study. Michael Baker updated the City's existing transportation impact free program, developed land use
projections for General Plan buildout, evaluated the continued need for each roadway improvement, indexed improvement costs, and assigned fair -
share contribution based on projected equivalent dwelling units. The final report and resolution were adopted by the City Council.
Development Impact Fee Study, Santa Paula, California. City of Santa Paula. Project Manager. Responsible for preparation of development
impact fee nexus study. Michael Baker conducted the City's first comprehensive impact fee update in nearly 15 years. Using population and
development projections developed with the City's planning staff, Michael Baker estimated the facilities needed in the future for each category based
on current level of service for each category. Michael Baker then developed separate fee schedules for both infill development and for expansion
areas.
Capital Facilities Fee Update, Newman, California. City of Newman. Project Engineer. Responsible for preparation of development impact fee
nexus study. Michael Baker completed the Capital Facilities Fee study, which included separate fee schedules for buildout development within the
current city limits and for projected development within the City's sphere of influence as designated in the General Plan. Michael Baker prepared cost
estimates for all General Plan circulation element roadways and allocated costs to existing and future land uses based on projected additional traffic
demand.
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Alejandro Tapia, PE Phase 1 Spanish Translator
Mr. Tapia has experience in developing traffic engineering and planning studies. He has
ftvll1m served as assistant traffic engineer on various projects including feasibility studies, safety
assessments and traffic impact studies. Mr. Tapia is responsible for developing traffic simulations using Synchro and
Vissim, crash analysis, capacity analysis and overall systems analysis. He has experience with public outreach and
engaging communities on technical aspects of a project. He is fluent in Spanish.
Relevant Experience
Valley Boulevard and Main Street Complete Streets Feasibility Studies, El Monte, California. City of El Monte.
Civil Engineer. Responsible for community engagement translator and traffic operations analysis of existing and
proposed project alternative conditions. Participated in community outreach gathering resident feedback and details
project specifics. Michael Baker was contracted by the client to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the city of El
Monte's Main Street and Valley Boulevard corridors to identify roadway features that would improve the access,
connectivity, and safety through the city. As part of the Valley Boulevard project, Michael Baker developed concepts
for a mini -park and pedestrian paseos that would serve both as the gateway to the city's Main Street shopping
district and connect people to downtown El Monte from Valley Boulevard. A dynamic community engagement
program was developed that included a community advisory committee, pop-up events, workshops, virtual meetings,
and a robust project website.
INTEMNATIONAL
Years with Michael Baker
Years of Experience
Education
B.S.C.E., 2019, Civil
Engineering, California
State Polytechnic
University, Pomona
Licenses/Certifications
Professional Engineer -
Civil, California, 2023,
94642
9th Street Improvements Mobility Assessment, Imperial Beach, California. City of Imperial Beach. Community
Outreach Translator, Civil Engineer. Participated in community outreach to gather feedback from residents and inform the public on project
alternatives. Michael Baker provided engineering, project management, capital projects engineering, construction management, and related
professional services for the 9th Street Improvements Project under an as -needed contract. The project was initiated by the city of Imperial Beach to
improve mobility, accessibility, safety, and water quality along 9th Street from Calla Avenue to the southern terminus of 9th Street. The project
enhanced multimodal mobility and made 9th Street into a desirable street along which to walk, bike, drive, and live. Michael Baker's tasks included
project study area and data collection, mobility assessment, parking summary, reporting, and project meetings.
Amargosa Creek Recreational Trail, Lancaster, California. City of Lancaster, California. Civil Engineer. Provided traffic engineering support.
Michael Baker has been contracted to prepare concept plans, a preliminary design, and environmental documentation for the Creek Recreational
Trail Project in Lancaster, California. The project includes the design and construction of a 2-mile bike and pedestrian trail (Class I facility) along
Amargosa Creek from Avenue H to Avenue J Amargosa. The project scope includes alternatives analysis for each of the three trail crossing
locations. Alternatives studies include a bridge overcrossing and at -grade crossing options including HAWK signals or RRFBs with lane
reconfiguration and bulb outs. The trail itself will be a shared -use path with a landscaping buffer, which will serve as a water quality treatment device
and to enhance the aesthetic of the trail. Conceptual design and 30 percent of the preliminary design plans and estimate were developed.
Indian Wells Warner Trail, Indian Wells, California. City of Indian Wells. Civil Engineer. Responsible for the traffic operations analysis of proposed
street improvements. Michael Baker was contracted to provide professional engineering services related to the Warner Trail Improvement Project in
the city of Indian Wells. The primary purpose of this project was to provide exploratory borings and analysis of a storm drain that led to several
roadway failures over the last few years. In addition to storm drain repairs, Michael Baker was tasked with upgrading curb ramps, providing
pavement rehabilitation recommendations and design, providing traffic signal modifications to accommodate a new right turn lane at the intersection
of Fred Waring Drive and Warner Trail, and providing updates to the school driveways to better facilitate traffic during release times.
Provide CEQA services for the Iron Horse Hills Project, Colton, California. City of Colton. Civil Engineer. Provided traffic engineering VMT
support.
Rancho Cucamonga On -Call CEQA Consulting Services, Rancho Cucamonga, California. City of Rancho Cucamonga. Community
Engagement Translator, Civil Engineer. Assessed pedestrian and bicycle data trends. Analyzed historical collision data for safety review. Conducted
traffic signal warrant at key locations. Assisted in the development proposed recommendations. Michael Baker is providing engineering consulting
services for the city of Rancho Cucamonga. As part of an on -call agreement, Michael Baker is assisting the city with California Environmental Quality
Act compliance by performing peer reviews of initial studies/mitigated negative declarations (IS/MND) and environmental impact reports (EIR). To
date, it has provided technical assistance and reviewed IS/MNDs and EIRs for both industrial and office spaces.
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James Daniels, PhD, R PA Phase 3 Cultural Resources
i4dit,
t
Mr. Daniels is a senior archaeologist with cultural resource management experience in
California, Nevada, and North Carolina. His experience includes archaeological surveys,
evaluations of historic and prehistoric sites for listing in the California and National Registers, site mitigation data
recoveries, mitigation monitoring, and preparation of archaeological resource management reports and cultural
resources technical reports. As a senior archaeologist, he supports projects needing CEQA, NEPA, NHPA, Section
106, Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act, Assembly Bill 52, US Army Corps of Engineers 404
permits, and local cultural resource regulation compliance. He also assists with environmental impact statements
and reports and alternative mitigation measures for clients, including interpretive signage, informative website
design, brochures, and ethnographic studies. He also assists in Native American consultation and coordination of
Native American monitoring. Mr. Daniels provides advanced technical services for clients, including geophysical
surveys with ground penetrating radar (GPR), obsidian and ceramic sourcing using portable X-ray fluorescence
(pXRF), photogrammetry, and GIS predictive modeling and data collection using Esri Field Maps.
Torres Martinez Desert Cahuilla Indian Reservation, Riverside County, California. BRG Consulting, Inc.
Principal Investigator. Oversaw the fieldwork associated with a survey of the proposed location for an Indian Health
Clinic on the Torres Martinez Reservation. Prepared the technical letter report for a negative survey and conducted
client coordination.
Environmental Consulting Services, Whittier, California. City of Whittier. Senior Archaeologist. As the Principal
Investigator, responsibilities included conducting a cultural resources identification study for CEQA including a
records search with the South Central Coastal Information Center, a Native American Heritage Commission Sacred
Lands File search, a pedestrian survey of proposed project area, an evaluation for Parnell Park for the California
Register, and an archaeological sensitivity analysis. Co-authored the resulting technical report.
INTERNATIONAL
Years with Michael Baker
2
Years of Experience
18
Education
Doctoral Studies,
Anthropology/Archaeolog
y, University of California,
San Diego
M.A., 2009,
Anthropology/
Archaeology, California
State University at Long
Beach
B.A., 2004, Anthropology,
North Carolina State
University
Licenses/Certifications
Registered Professional
Archaeologist, 2009,
Remington Avenue Project Archaeological Monitoring, Temecula, Riverside County, California. Hamann 52140
Companies via REC-Consultants. Project Manager and Principal Investigator. Oversaw the archaeological
monitoring for construction grading of a commercial property. Provided client information on the likelihood of archaeological resources being present
based on previous geotechnical testing in the project parcel. Limited archaeological monitor to confirm the data from the geotechnical testing that the
area had previously been graded and filled. Provided client with a negative monitoring report to submit to the City of Temecula.
District East Cathedral City Development Project Archaeological Survey, Riverside County, California. Biltmore Development/GHA
Communities. Principal Investigator/Field Archaeologist. Conducted records search and pedestrian survey of a 7.5-acre property for the proposed
development of 47 residential lots. Authored technical report presenting the results of the study.
Arenas Parcel, Block 32, Section 14, Riverside County, California. Law Offices of Joseph A. Roman and The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla
Indians. Principal Investigator/ GIS Specialist/ Field Archaeologist. Conducted cultural resources record search and pedestrian survey for a 2.09-acre
parcel in compliance with Section 106 and CEQA for the proposed development of 26 condominium units. The proposed location was once the
location of the Tribal kishamnawet (Big House). Identified the previous location of the kishamnawet through analysis of historic aerials and
photographs and integrated these media into a GIS platform. Authored the technical report presenting the results of the investigation.
ZGlobal Valencia Solar Survey, Imperial County, California. Environmental Management Associates, Inc. Principal Investigator/Field
Archaeologist. Conducted an intensive pedestrian survey of three proposed solar field sites for the ZGlobal Valencia Solar Project. Authored three
separate technical reports for the different survey areas.
Archaeological Survey of MCLB Barstow, San Bernardino County, California. NAVFAC Southwest. Principal Investigator and Field Director.
Responsible for coordinating and completing a Phase I survey of selected areas of MCLB Barstow. Generated site records on all sites recorded
during the survey and authored the technical report.
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Susan Wood, P h D Phase 3 Historic Resources
Ms. Wood is a senior architectural historian experienced in historic preservation and cultural
resource management in California. She meets the Secretary of the Interior's Professional
Qualification Standards for Architectural History, History, and Archaeology. Ms. Wood's professional activities
include historical resource evaluations, significance evaluations, integrity assessments, effects analysis, mitigation
documentation, design review, archival and historical research, architectural and archaeological field surveys, and
project management.
As an architectural historian, she has performed numerous historical property assessments and NRHP evaluations.
Additionally, as an architectural historian and historical archaeologist, she has been a team member on several
NRHP historic district and multiple property nominations. Her archaeological expertise includes site significance
assessments and determination of project impacts pursuant to Section 106 of the NHPA and CEQA. Ms. Wood has
conducted years of ethnohistorical research focused on decolonization and prehistoric archaeology in the San
Bernardino National Forest and the history of anthropology in California. She has organized and curated several
historical- and anthropological-themed interoperative events for the Los Angeles County Fair in collaboration with
tribal elders. In this capacity, she has worked extensively in Riverside, San Bernardino, and Los Angeles counties.
Relevant Experience
Port of Long Beach Master Plan Update, City of Long Beach, Los Angeles County, California. Leidos/Port of
Long Beach. Architectural Historian/Archaeologist. Conducted a wind -shield survey for historic built environment
resources and produced the cultural resource section of the Programmatic EIR. Responded to comments from the
POLB and public on the EIR. Conducted archival research and prepared a technical report and updated the Master
Plan for the project.
INTESNATIONAL
Years with Michael Baker
Years of Experience
13
Education
Ph.D., 2018, History,
University of California,
Riverside
M.A., 2010, Public
History, University of
California, Riverside
B.S., 2006, Anthropology,
California State
Polytechnic University,
Pomona
Indio Public Safety Campus Program Project, Indio, California. Albert A. Webb Associates. Senior Architectural Historian/Archaeologist.
Conducted research to document and evaluate two built environment public resources within the project area: a police station and a fire station.
Conducted an archaeological survey of the undeveloped sections of the project area and prepared the cultural resource report for the project.
Environmental Consulting Services, Whittier, California. City of Whittier. Architectural Historian. Completed a South Central Coast Information
Center (SCCIC) records search, a literature and historic map review, historical society consultation, and an analysis of the built environment survey
of the project area. A California Register of Historical Resources (CRHR) evaluation of the park was subsequently prepared by other Michael Baker
International staff.
Valencia Glen Old Orchard NEPA, Santa Clarita, California. City of Santa Clarita. Architectural Historian. Serving as the lead author preparing a
cultural resources identification study to address requirements of Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) in support Michael Baker International's environmental services for the preparation of a National Environmental
Policy Act (NEPA) categorical exclusion (CE) statutory checklist for the proposed Valencia Glen and Old Orchard Parks Rehabilitation Project in
Santa Clarita, California. Completed record searches at the South Central Coast Information Center (SCCIC. Responsibilities as the project
progresses will also include conducting a literature, historic map, and aerial photograph review and a built environment survey of the project areas.
Preparing to evaluate an existing historic -age park, including extant structures within the project boundaries for NRHP and CRHR eligibility. The
evaluations will be presented on DPR 523 form sets and summarized in a technical memorandum.
Condition Assessment & Evaluation of Three Sites at Edwards Air Force Base -Happy Bottom Riding Club/Rancho Oro Verde, North Base
Sled Track, and South Base Sled Track, San Bernardino County, California. Edwards Air Force Base. Senior Architectural Historian/Historical
Archaeologist/Writing Lead. Conducted research to assess the condition and re-evaluate three NRHP-eligible cultural resources and prepared the
technical report and updated site records. Currently preparing a formal site management and interpretive plan for the three sites.
Artesia 1 Residential Project, City of Artesia, Los Angeles County, California. City Ventures. Senior Architectural Historian/Archaeologist/
Project Manager. Conducted research to document and evaluate five industrial and one residential built environment resources within the project
area. Conducted an archaeological survey of the undeveloped sections of the project area and prepared the cultural resource report for the project.
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Eddie Torres Phase 3 AOIGHGIEINoise
10icM0A110NAL
Mr. Torres oversees and prepares Environmental and Planning studies for public and private
sectors clients, under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National ;Years with Michael Baker
Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Mr. Torres' responsibilities also include staff training, public hearing presentations,
and coordination of our extensive in-house team of experts as well as various subcontractors. Mr. Torres draws on 26
his broad background and understanding of environmental constraints to provide technical and CEQA compliance Years of Experience
review and environmental documentation, in addition to research, analysis, and writing. Mr. Torres has managed a ! 26
wide range of environmental planning projects, including environmental documents for major infrastructure and land
development projects, air quality and noise studies, highly controversial hillside development projects, state -of -the- Education
art visual analyses, facility siting and due diligence studies, and coastal development projects. M.S., 2005, Mechanical
Mr. Torres also serves as the Director of Technical Studies, with a specialty in Acoustics, Air Quality, Climate Engineering, University of
Change, and Visual Impact Assessments. Mr. Torres leads Michael Baker's efforts to be at the forefront of Global Southern California
Climate Change studies. Mr. Torres has prepared numerous analyses that are consistent with climate change B.S., 2000, Mechanical
legislation such as Assembly Bill 32, Senate Bill 97, Executive Order S-3-05, and Senate Bill375. In addition to i Engineering, University of
analyzing climate change impacts, Mr. Torres has led the development of numerous greenhouse gas inventory California, Irvine
models which calculate greenhouse gas emissions from such sources as vehicular traffic, stationary sources, B.A., 2000,
electricity consumption, water consumption, wastewater treatment, and construction processes. Environmental Analysis
Relevan+ FYnnrianra and Design, University of
California, Irvine
Canyon Crest EIR, Brea, California. City of Brea. Environmental Specialist. Technical Study Manager. Michael Certificate, 2000,
Baker prepared an environmental impact report (EIR) for a large-scale hillside project in the City of Brea. Significant Fundamentals of
environmental issues analyzed included biological resources on an adjacent State park, hydrology and drainage, Mechanical Engineering,
landform alterations, and visual sensitivity. Unique to this project was a precedent -setting city initiative that University of California,
Irvine
mandated that all developments that require legislative action go before the vote of the people.
Licenses/Certifications
Cove Area Preliminary Technical Engineering and Feasibility Report, Cathedral City, California. City of
Cathedral City. Environmental Specialist. Addressed issues associated with a hydrology study that utilized the Institute of Noise Control
Rational Method and/or unit hydrograph method. Michael Baker was retained by the City of Cathedral City to Engineering, 2002
evaluate and recommend flood protection measures for an urbanized alluvial fan within the city limits. Michael Baker I TxDOT 2.1.1 Traffic
prepared a two-dimensional flood routing model, prepared aerial topography, performed field reconnaissance to Noise Analysis, California
establish the floodplain characteristics, and performed a two-dimensional flood routing analysis. The project involved TxDOT 2.2.1 Air Quality
the use of a GIS interface to incorporate existing area and directional obstructions from the digital terrain models and Analysis, California
roadway networks into the two-dimensional flood routing model and digital floodplain mapping.
Marr Ranch, Simi Valley, California. Environmental Specialist. Served as Environmental Analyst for the
preparation of an Environmental Impact Report analyzing potential impacts of developing a 241 unit residential community in the hills within the Simi
Valley sphere of influence. Major issues to be addressed included, topographic, view, geologic and seismic constraints as well as availability and
feasibility of providing public services and utilities. Michael Baker prepared two separate project environmental impact reports (EIR) for portions of
the overall 951-acre Marr Ranch property. Both projects proposed residential subdivisions along the lower portions of the Marr Ranch property,
which were historically used for grazing. Both EIRs addressed issues such as annexation; growth; traffic, particularly with respect to increased traffic
along existing residential streets; aesthetics; sensitive biological resources; compliance with hillside grading performance standard requirements;
and infrastructure. The EIRs dealt extensively with the factual and perceived effect of increasing traffic in local neighborhoods, including vehicle
speeds, pedestrian safety, noise, and congestion at local schools.
Vineyards at Marsh Creek Environmental Impact Report, Brentwood, California. City of Brentwood. Environmental Specialist. Technical Study
Manager. For this large-scale residential and commercial development in City of Brentwood, Michael Baker prepared an Environmental Impact
Report (EIR) addressing the full range of environmental issues. The proposal for the 481-acre site includes the development of approximately 1,100
active adult units, 150 single-family estate lots, and 45 acres reserved for a village center that would include 150 senior apartments, senior care
facilities, multi -family residential units, commercial development, office development, and a hotel and conference center. In addition, an 18.5-acre
parcel will be created for development of a winery with an amphitheater. An additional 100 acres of open space is also associated with the plan, the
majority of which is planted with vineyards and olive groves.
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Jacob Swim, PE, T E Phase 3 Traffic/VMT
Mr. Swim is a well-rounded transportation planner with knowledge and experience in
1 multimodal transportation solutions (bike, pedestrian, transit); analyzing traffic operations
(intersection, link, and corridor analysis) and pedestrian levels of service; reviewing travel demand modeling;
producing traffic impact studies, shared parking studies, signal warrant studies, due diligence reports; evaluating
complete street and innovative intersection designs, and successfully implementing complex and controversial
projects with professionalism. He has 12 years of transportation planning experience working with county and/or city
governments developing, managing, and maintaining project scopes of work, schedules, and budgets, reviewing
projects for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with local regulations, facilitating meetings, providing efficient
transportation and land use solutions, writing and reviewing technical reports, serving as a technical advisor on
transportation -related issues, accelerating resolution of project issues, formulating and negotiating development
conditions of approval, presenting to decision -makers on complex transportation issues and solutions, and building
relationships with clients based on hard work, dedication and honesty. Mr. Swim also has a strong technical ability
using Synchro/Sim Traffic, HCS, and word processing tools.
INTEMNATIONAL
Years with Michael Baker
9
Years of Experience
21
Education
B.S.C.E., 2006, Civil
Engineering/Traffic/Trans
portation, San Diego
State University
Licenses/Certifications
Kelevant txperlence Professional Engineer -
Murrieta Hills Specific Plan Traffic Study, Murrieta, California. Pulte Homes. Transportation Planner. Traffic, California, 2018,
2873
Responsible for preparing a traffic study for the Murrieta Hills Specific Plan, a mixed -use development consisting of
650 residential units and 550,000 square feet of commercial retail. The project was planned to have three Professional Engineer,
development phases over a 12-year period. The circulation system serving the project changed over time and a new ;Texas, 2023, 148588
interchange on Interstate 215 at Keller Road ultimately provided immediate access to the project site. The traffic
study included the analysis of 12 separate development scenarios along with the identification of mitigation measures and fair share project
contributions to cumulative impact mitigation measures. Michael Baker prepared a traffic study for the Murrieta Hills Specific Plan, a mixed -use
development consisting of 650 residential units and 550,000 square feet of commercial retail. The project was planned to have three development
phases over a 12-year period. The circulation system serving the project changed over time and a new interchange on Interstate 215 at Keller Road
ultimately provided immediate access to the project site. The traffic study included the analysis of 12 separate development scenarios along with the
identification of mitigation measures and fair share project contributions to cumulative impact mitigation measures.
Long -Range Transportation Plan Project, Riverside County, California. Cahuilla Band of Indians. Traffic Task Manager/Engineer. Managing the
day-to-day transportation planning tasks related to preparing the Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP). These tasks involve researching previous
transportation -related documents prepared for the Tribe, ordering traffic counts, gathering socioeconomic data, evaluating the planned growth areas
within the Reservation, preparing technical memorandums to document existing and future conditions, and participating in the community
workshops. In addition, bi-weekly team meetings are held with the Tribe to obtain data needs and information needed to prepare the LRTP. This
project is currently ongoing and scheduled to be completed in early 2023. Michael Baker provided transportation planning and engineering services
to the Cahuilla Band of Indians to update their long-range transportation plan. The study focused on the reservation in Riverside County. The project
addressed infrastructure needs that would in turn address issues and planned growth. Michael Baker developed conceptual layouts of recommended
improvements, prepared preliminary cost estimates, and identified potential funding sources. Michael Baker also evaluated socioeconomic and
growth data and performed public and stakeholder involvement.
Eastvale General Plan Update Circulation Element, Eastvale, California. Confidential Client. Transportation Planner. Responsible for preparing
the circulation element and existing conditions report for the general plan update. Michael Baker provided planning services for a comprehensive
update to the general plan for the City of Eastvale. Branded "Eastvale 2040," the general plan was the first city plan built from the ground up since
the city incorporated in 2010. Michael Baker helped develop goals, objectives, and policies focused on housing, land use, circulation, sustainability,
conservation, and public safety. It also helped develop and implement a public outreach and engagement campaign to solicit input from the
community and completed an environmental impact report.
Housing Element Opportunity Sites General Plan Amendment and Zone Change Project EIR Addendum, Brea, California. City of Brea.
Transportation Planner. Responsible for preparing the Technical Memorandum that provided a transportation assessment of six proposed re -zoned
development sites in the City of Brea. The purpose of the transportation assessment was to evaluate the potential environmental transportation
impacts associated with the proposed buildout scenarios for each focused development site and compare those impacts to the findings of the 2003
General Plan Environmental Impact Report (EIR). A total of 10 study intersections were analyzed near the development sites to determine if the
change in ICU values resulted in the need for improvements. The analysis showed that physical improvements at the study locations were not
required.
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a
Melissa Whittemore Phase 4 CEQA Document Preparation
Ms. Whittemore's professional responsibilities include project management and preparation of
environmental compliance documents and associated technical studies in accordance with the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). With more than two
decades of environmental planning experience, she specializes in infrastructure projects including transportation
(rail, high-speed rail, freeways, ports of entry, roadways, bikeways, and multipurpose trails), water and sewer
(pipelines, pump stations, reservoirs, recharge basins, and treatment plants), and renewable energy (solar, wind
turbines, and battery energy storage systems (BESSs)). She regularly works residential (including affordable
housing), commercial (large shopping centers, other retail centers, and offices), industrial (industrial parks and
mining quarries), institutional (universities/colleges, healthcare clinics, and educational/research facilities), as well as
habitat conservation and management plans. Ms. Whittemore's projects have required discretionary approvals
including general plan amendments, rezoning, conditional use permits, and coastal development permits. She also
is experienced in regulatory permitting requirements pursuant to the federal Clean Water Act, the federal and
California Endangered Species Acts, the California Fish and Game Code, and the California Coastal Act.
Kelevant txperlence
INTESNATIONAL
Years with Michael Baker
1
Years of Experience
24
Education
Graduate Certificate,
2003, National
Environmental Policy Act,
Utah State University
B.S., 2001,
Biology/Ecology, San
Diego State University
Ventura Port District, Parcels 20 & 14 Redevelopment Project, Ventura, California. Project Manager.
Responsible for the management and preparation of a draft Addendum to the Final MND for the redevelopment of a portion of the Ventura Harbor,
including both on land and in the marina, in the city of Ventura in Ventura County. The original, adopted IS-MND to double the number of boat slips
from 40 to 80, as well as involve minor upgrades to the fuel dock and minor land improvements such as additional restroomishower facilities and
restriping to increase the number of automobile parking spaces. Since the adoption of the original project, minor changes to the project description
occurred, including additional minor expansions to the boat slips and fuel dock, repaving and restriping of the surface parking lot, improvements to
the on -land boat storage area, and a new, small building. Work included updating the technical analyses for biological resources, cultural resources,
air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, noise, and transportation/vehicle miles traveled (VMT). Work was completed for the Ventura Port District,
which was also the CEQA lead agency.
Housing Authority of City of Los Angeles, One San Pedro Specific Plan, Los Angeles, California. Project Manager and Senior Environmental
Planner. Responsible for the management and preparation of an EIR-EIS for the redevelopment of the existing Rancho San Pedro public housing
complex in the community of San Pedro in the city of Los Angeles. The project involves the adoption of the One San Pedro Specific Plan to guide
redevelopment of the 20-acre, 478-unit Rancho San Pedro complex, which would include phased demolition of existing structures and construction
of up to 1,553 residential units, 85,000 square feet of Neighborhood Serving Uses, and 45,000 square feet of commercial retail uses. The One San
Pedro Specific Plan would regulate the project's allowable land use, circulation, open space, and development standards on the site. The project
also involves the construction of 47 residential units on a 0.6-acre vacant lot at 314-327 North Harbor Boulevard, which would help with the
relocation of existing residents as Rancho San Pedro is redeveloped. Redevelopment of Rancho San Pedro would positively transform the
community for current and future residents while reducing potential displacement of existing residents by expanding housing opportunities. The
project required a general plan amendment. Federal funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development established a federal
nexus requiring analysis under NEPA, in addition to CEQA. Key environmental issues included aesthetics, air quality, cultural resources, geology
and soils, greenhouse gas emissions/climate change, hazards and hazardous materials, hydrology and water quality, land use and planning, noise,
public services, transportation, tribal cultural resources, utilities and service systems, environmental justice, and socioeconomics. Work was
completed for the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles, which was also the CEQA lead agency, and the City of Los Angeles Housing
Department was the NEPA lead agency (as appointed by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development).
City of Beverly Hills, One Beverly Hills Overlay Specific Plan, Beverly Hills, California. Project Manager. Responsible for the management and
preparation of an Initial Study and a Supplemental EIR for a new Overlay Specific Plan allowing the redevelopment of the project site, which
previously consisted of the Beverly Hilton, Waldorf-Astoria Beverly Hills, former Robinsons-May building, and former gas station/convenient mart.
The majority of the project site was regulated by two previously approved Specific Plans, which would not be affected or replaced by the project. The
project included development of two residential buildings, a hotel/residential building, some alterations to existing Beverly Hilton structures, a parking
structure, and structures for supporting amenities and features, as well as approximately 10 acres of open space. The project required a general plan
amendment. Key environmental issues include air quality, historic resources, noise, transportation, and tribal cultural resources.
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Haley Walker Phase 4 CEQA Document Preparation
Ms. Walker has a diverse background in environmental sciences, water quality monitoring, and
r"IJ GIS. Her work primarily involves preparation of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
compliance documentation for public and private sector clients, including Initial Studies and Environmental Impact
Reports. Ms. Walker prides herself on her organizational as well as oral and written communication skills.
Relevant Experience
As Needed On -Call As Needed Environmental Consulting Services Agreement #6685PWS Dated 6-14-22 for
$100,000 per year for 3 years, Imperial County, California. Imperial County Public Works Dept. Environmental
Associate. Responsibilities included preparation of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) noticing materials
and authoring sections of the Meloland Road Bridge Replacement at Central Drain Initial Study and Mitigated
Negative Declaration.
INTEMNATIONAL
Years with Michael Baker
Years of Experience
Education
B.S., 2020,
Environmental Science
and Management,
Humboldt State
Colton Hub City Center Addendum, Colton, California. City of Colton. Environmental Associate. Responsibilities University
included preparation of an Addendum to the 2014 Colton Hub City Centre Specific Plan Project Environmental
Impact Report. The project would include an amendment to the Colton Hub City Centre Specific Plan (CHCCSP) in
conformance with the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update (2021-2029). Specifically, the CHCCSP amendment will implement pieces of Programs 10,
11, and 18 to rezone sites in the CHCCSP area used to meet the City's Regional Housing Needs Allocation. This is necessary to bring the City's
Housing Element into full compliance with State Law. The project would allow for the rezoning of 17 parcels totaling approximately 93.86 acres.
Indian Canyon Road Improvements Phase 1, Palm Springs, California. Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG). Environmental
Associate. Responsibilities included authoring sections of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) documents. Michael Baker implemented road
improvements along a 1.6-mile portion of Indian Canyon Road, which supported potential habitat for the burrowing owl, for a project located in the
city of Palm Springs, Riverside County, California. The project included a 1,284-foot-long viaduct structure and over 4,500 feet of retaining walls. The
viaduct was designed as a 12-span, multi -frame bridge featuring a precast, prestressed 1-girder superstructure with typical spans of 107 feet,
supported by multi -column bents on cast -in -drilled -hole piles. Due to deep scour conditions, the retaining walls required a nonstandard design.
Preparation of zoning amendments, design guidelines, CEQA documentation, Los Altos Hills, California. Town of Los Altos Hills.
Environmental Associate. Responsibilities include authoring sections of the Town of Los Altos Hills Multifamily Zone and Objective Design Standards
Project Environmental Impact Report. The project would implement Program A-1 from the adopted 6th Cycle Housing Element, resulting in the
rezoning of at least 34 acres via the creation of two new multifamily zones. The rezone would ensure the Town has the appropriate zoning in place to
achieve its Regional Housing Needs Allocation requirement in conformance with California State law.
Riverside County 2023 Climate Action Plan Update, Riverside County, California. Riverside County. Environmental Associate. Responsibilities
included authoring sections of the Riverside County 2023 Climate Action Plan Update. Michael Baker is assisting the client to update Riverside
County's climate action plan (CAP) in compliance with the 2023 Climate Change Scoping Plan adopted by the California Air Resources Board in
December 2022. This project is a continuous work of the county's 2019 CAP update. The project scope includes development of screening tables to
enable developers to more easily understand how to use the plan as a California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) tiering document and CEQA
review to allow the plan to be a qualified greenhouse gas reduction plan under CEQA section 15183.5.
Sunset Crossroads Specific Plan, Banning, California. Banning, City of. Environmental Associate. Responsibilities include assisting in third party
review of sections of the Banning Sunset Crossroad Environmental Impact Report. Michael Baker is providing land use planning and environmental
services to the city of Banning, California, as a project planner for the Sunset Crossroads specific plan and environmental impact report. Michael
Baker is conducting third party review of the environmental compliance document and related technical studies for the development of the specific
plan and related planning entitlements.
Varner Road Interstate 10 Bypass Route, Cathedral City, California. Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG). Environmental
Associate. Responsible for preparation of the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration document, pursuant to CEQA guidelines. The project
would allow for the widening of Varner Road to its General Plan buildout as well as the construction of a bridge to safely convey floodwaters. The
project is designed to mitigate the adverse impacts of flood and blowsand events that frequently occur along Varner Road. Michael Baker is
providing services for Phase 3 of this important regional roadway project, which includes six lanes for vehicle travel (three in each direction), a
median, curb and gutter, sidewalks, bicycle lanes, and a traffic signal at the intersection of Date Palm Drive and Varner Road in Cathedral City,
California.
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Vianne Militar Phase 4 CEQA Analysis
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As an Environmental Planning Intern, Vianne Militar has a multidisciplinary background in
Environmental Studies and Social and Behavioral Sciences. She brings eight months of
experience from her role as a Community Development Planning Intern for the City of Diamond Bar, where she
supports planning operations and assists with zoning and land use inquiries at the public counter. Vianne is currently
pursuing a Master's degree in Urban and Regional Planning at Cal Poly Pomona and has contributed to multiple
environmentally focused research and planning projects. Vianne has strong research and technical writing skills,
with experience preparing cohesive documents ranging from research and policy materials to public -facing
resources, including a residential drought -tolerant landscaping guide developed for the City. She is proficient in
planning and design software, as well as project and data management tools. With a strong interest in community
engagement, Vianne brings curiosity, organization, and effective communication to her work. She is fluent in English
and Tagalog and conversational Spanish.
Relevant Experience
Educational Projects
1■T[\YATIOOAL
Years with Michael Baker
>1
Years of Experience
>1
Education
M.A., 2026, Urban and
Regional Planning,
California State
Polytechnic University,
Pomona
B.A., 2023, Social &
Behavioral Sciences &
Extreme Heat Adaptation Project, San Bernardino, California. City of San Bernardino. During the Extreme Heat
Environmental Studies,
Adaptation Project in San Bernardino, California, Vianne Militar conducted a thorough analysis of transportation Soka University of
networks, public spaces, and community assets to identify areas vulnerable to extreme heat and to prioritize America
potential interventions. She leveraged her proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Illustrator, and InDesign to
create detailed urban design visualizations that illustrated possible solutions. Building on her multidisciplinary
background, Vianne proposed strategic, community -centered design measures aimed at mitigating the impacts of urban heat, ensuring that the
interventions addressed both environmental and community needs. 0512025
Climate Action Plan, Ontario, California. City of Ontario. Vianne Militar developed a comprehensive climate action plan for the City of Ontario,
aiming to foster a climate -resilient and sustainable urban environment. In this project, she utilized Geographic Information Systems (GIS) tools to
systematically map key climate risks, such as extreme heat and water scarcity. Through her analytical approach and technical expertise, Vianne
identified areas most vulnerable to these hazards, enabling the city to prioritize critical interventions and strategies for long-term resilience. Her work
reflects a thoughtful integration of environmental planning principles and advanced spatial analysis, contributing valuable insights for effective urban
climate adaptation. 1212024
Capstone Project "Building Climate Resilience in Metro Manila's Informal Settlements". Metro Manila. Vianne Militar's capstone project,
"Building Climate Resilience in Metro Manila's Informal Settlements," centered on studying disaster risk reduction strategies within informal
communities. Her research emphasized community -based development initiatives, with a particular focus on enhancing adaptive capacity and
improving preparedness in flood -prone areas. By addressing the unique challenges faced by these communities, Vianne worked to develop practical
approaches that foster resilience and empower residents to better cope with environmental hazards. 0512023
Urban Development Research: "Moved By Nature" Learning Cluster. During the "Moved By Nature" Learning Cluster, Vianne Militar conducted
research on the integration of green spaces, play, and educational elements within Scandinavian urban environments. She analyzed how nature -
based planning can enhance ecological literacy and promote overall well-being among community members. To further support these initiatives,
Vianne developed a grant proposal aimed at funding research and field study opportunities in Sweden and Denmark. As part of this project, she also
created a website and documentary to showcase her findings, and presented the results at a campus -wide learning cluster fair, effectively
communicating the value of nature -based urban planning to a broader audience. 0112020
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Vicky Rosen, A I C P Phase 4 CEQA Document Preparation
Ms. Rosen is an environmental planner with seven years of planning experience. She has
experience preparing CEQA/NEPA documents, including Environmental Impact Reports,
Environmental Impact Assessments, Initial Studies, Mitigated Negative Declarations, addendums, and tiered
documents. She also supports project managers on environmental clearances for projects in urban and rural areas.
Vicky has experience with public outreach, mitigation monitoring, and preparing public notices and community fact
sheets. In addition to this, she conducts technical edits/reviews, internal document management, and delivery
production of large-scale projects. She successfully interacts and engages with clients and assists with overall
project management.
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Bouquet Canyon Development, Santa Clarita, California. City of Santa Clarita. Environmental Planner.
Responsible for reviewing and providing comment on the client's Fire Prevention Plan and Fire Access Plan for
consistency with the project EIR's Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and latest OPR Fire Hazard
Planning Technical Advisory. Michael Baker is responsible for the master plan to develop 366 homes for sale in five
neighborhoods with a total development area of 84 acres. The project includes a variety of attached and detached
styles of housing units and community infrastructure, recreation, landscaping, and lighting improvements. The
project also includes construction of a new segment of Bouquet Canyon Road, as envisioned in the city's circulation
element.
INTEMNATIONAL
Years with Michael Baker
4
Years of Experience
10
Education
M.U.R.P., 2015,
Environmental Analysis
and Planning, University
of California, Los Angeles
B.A., 2012, Social
Ecology, University of
California, Irvine
B.A., 2012, Criminology,
Law, and Society,
University of California,
Irvine
City of Pasadena Environmental Coordination and Planning, Pasadena, California. City of Pasadena,
California. Environmental Planner. Responsible for writing an addendum to the City of Pasadena's General Plan Licenses/Certifications
Environmental Impact Report for the Pasadena Church Housing Ordinance. Michael Baker is providing ;American Institute of
environmental coordination and planning services to the City of Pasadena. Since 2013, Michael Baker has Certified Planners, 2022,
undertaken a variety of assignments under this contract including preparing California Environmental Quality Act 33958
(CEQA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents, reviewing and processing CEQA documents,
and providing contract staff assistance. Also under this contract, Michael Baker has provided contract staff to both
the Zoning and Design & Historic Preservation sections of the planning department, processing zoning permit applications, Mills Act assistance, and
providing architectural design review services.
Residential Development Environmental Impact Report, Encinitas, California. City of Encinitas. Environmental Planner. Responsible for writing
the public services and recreation sections of the IS/MND. Michael Baker prepared a project -level environmental impact report for a multifamily
residential development in the city of Encinitas. Since the project site supported sensitive biological resources, Michael Baker coordinated with
relevant wildlife agencies for their required review, organized public outreach, and developed a responsive project design that respected such
resources.
Alta Etiwanda Gardens Mixed -Use Development, Etiwanda, California. WP West Acquisitions, LLC. Environmental Planner. Responsibilities
included writing the CEQA 15183 Exemption memorandum; reviewing and revising all technical reports, including air quality, health risk assessment,
biological resources, cultural resources, energy, fiscal impact analysis, greenhouse gas emissions, noise, and transportation; examining the Climate
Action Plan checklist; writing the Notice of Intent/Notice of Completion; coordinating the Notice of Intent mailing; drafting a postcard for the
community meeting; and coordinating with subconsultants and the client.
Alta Fontana Mixed -Use Development, Fontana, California. WP West Acquisitions, LLC. Environmental Planner. Responsibilities included
writing the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration; reviewing and revising all technical reports, including air quality, health risk assessment,
biological resources, cultural resources, energy, greenhouse gas emissions, noise, and transportation; drafting the SB 330 and environmental forms
required by the City; writing the Notice of Intent; and coordinating with subconsultants and the client.
S1132 Grant -Funded Projects, Rolling Hills Estates, California. City of Rolling Hills Estates. Environmental Planner. Responsible for filing the
Notice of Determination with the LA County Clerk. Michael Baker conducted a parking and market study focused on the commercial district in Rolling
Hills Estates. Michael Baker analyzed the commercial district's market conditions and made recommendations for future absorption of residential and
non-residential uses. Market leakage and surplus analysis was conducted, and comparisons were drawn from successful developments to
understand sales and tenant mix. Demographic information as well as a tapestry segmentation analysis were also conducted for non-residential
development. Pro formas were developed for various housing types to analyze the residual land value to recommend housing development density.
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