COMPREHENSIVE GENERAL PLAN AND LOCAL COASTAL PLAN UPDATE, CORRESPONDING UPDATE OF THE ZONING CODE AND PREPARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT

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1 PROPOSAL FOR SERVICES COMPREHENSIVE GENERAL PLAN AND LOCAL COASTAL PLAN UPDATE, CORRESPONDING UPDATE OF THE ZONING CODE AND PREPARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT SUBMITTED BY NOVEMBER 24, 2015

2 PROPOSAL FOR SERVICES COMPREHENSIVE GENERAL PLAN AND LOCAL COASTAL PLAN UPDATE, CORRESPONDING UPDATE OF THE ZONING CODE AND PREPARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT SUBMITTED TO: SUBMITTED BY: SCOT GRAHAM COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT MANAGER CITY OF MORRO BAY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT 955 SHASTA AVENUE MORRO BAY, CA CHORRO STREET, SUITE 225 SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA PHONE: (805) TF: (866)

3 Table of Contents Section I Letter of Interest 1 Section II Proposer Qualifications 3 Section III Work Plan 41 Section IV Schedule of Performance 91 Section V Items Required from the City 93 Section VI Fee Schedule 95 Appendices Appendix A: Résumés Table of Contents i

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5 I Letter of Interest

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7 November 24, 2015 Scot Graham, Community Development Manager CITY OF MORRO BAY 955 Shasta Avenue Morro Bay, CA RE: PROPOSAL FOR COMPREHENSIVE GENERAL PLAN AND LOCAL COASTAL PLAN UPDATE, CORRESPONDING UPDATE OF THE ZONING CODE, AND PREPARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT Dear Mr. Graham: Michael Baker International is pleased to submit this proposal to complete a comprehensive update of the City of Morro Bay General Plan, Local Coastal Program, and Zoning Ordinance and to prepare a program environmental impact report (EIR) for the project. We understand that the City intends to update the General Plan and Local Coastal Program (LCP) by combining the two documents into a single user-friendly document. As noted in the RFP, the City s General Plan and LCP exist as the community s statement of its base values and as a shared vision for its future growth and development. It is intended to express how citizens of Morro Bay view the community both now and in the future, and, most importantly, how the community intends to address current and future planning and development issues. We understand that the City intends to hire a consultant to lead preparation of the General Plan/LCP Update (Update) for the City according to California state law and aligned with the forthcoming General Plan Guidelines to be released by the Governor s Office of Planning and Research (OPR) during a two-year period from contract execution. The consultant will coordinate with City staff and the General Plan Advisory Committee throughout the project. The City Council affirmed its commitment to the project, including commitment of City resources to complete the Update by December The combined documents will be presented in two volumes, labeled the blueprint and the greenprint, presenting the City s intended long-term development and conservation policies, respectively. A program EIR will be prepared to address the potential impacts of these plans, and updates to the Zoning Ordinance and Local Implementation Plan will be completed to codify new provisions of the LCP. Much of the project is funded using external grant resources provided by the California Coastal Commission and Ocean Protection Council. The City prepared a comprehensive work plan for this effort with assistance from Michael Baker, and that work plan forms the basis for this proposal. During our collaboration with the City to prepare the initial work program, we heard from stakeholders that economic vitality, land use, sustainability, and environmental protection and conservation would be key issues. As our project team reflected more on the issues and unique characteristics of Morro Bay s past and MBAKERINTL.COM 1026 Chorro Street, Suite 225, San Luis Obispo, CA P: (813) F: (813)

8 CITY OF MORRO BAY RE: PROPOSAL FOR COMPREHENSIVE GENERAL PLAN UPDATE AND LOCAL COASTAL PLAN UPDATE, CORRESPONDING UPDATE OF THE ZONING CODE, AND PREPARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT Page 2 present development, we identified a project approach for the City s consideration that emphasizes economic, community, and environmental sustainability and resiliency as an integrating theme for the planning process and plan content. This approach enhances the traditional comprehensive planning process and is consistent with the proposed OPR General Plan Guidelines, which emphasize designing healthy, equitable, resilient, and economically vibrant places. Michael Baker is a Pennsylvania corporation, authorized to do business in the state of California (Corporation No. C ). We are celebrating our 75th year of being in business this year and have over 90 offices nationally and internationally. PMC and RBF are now part of Michael Baker and its more than 550 employees in California. Combined with its environmental and engineering practices, Michael Baker has dedicated staff with extensive experience in the fields of planning, design, and facilitation. With a municipal orientation, Michael Baker personnel operate as an extension of agency staff with the goal of providing clients a broad range of planning services. We also have a substantial local presence on the Central Coast, with local offices in both San Luis Obispo and Monterey. We are excited to offer a partnership on this project with Moffatt and Nichol, Rincon Consultants, Central Coast Transportation Consulting, RRM Design, and Ecological Assets Management. Together, the Michael Baker team offers the City unparalleled local experience in Morro Bay, and deep qualifications in land use planning, zoning, environmental planning, transportation, coastal planning, infrastructure, economics, sustainability, resilience, and community engagement. We specialize in helping coastal communities to plan for a more resilient future while complying with state laws and mandates. We are excited for this project, up for the challenge, and look forward to learning more about and expanding our existing experience in Morro Bay. Our local address in San Luis Obispo is provided at the bottom of the first page of this letter. Please contact project manager Jeff Henderson at (916) or jhenderson@mbakerintl.com with any questions concerning our proposal. Thank you for considering Michael Baker for this important project. Sincerely, Philip O. Carter Vice President Tammy L. Seale Project Director Jeff Henderson, AICP Project Manager

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11 Proposer Qualifications The Michael Baker International team for the Comprehensive General Plan and Local Coastal Plan Update, Zoning Code Update, and Environmental Impact Report (EIR) comprises Michael Baker International as the prime contractor and Moffatt & Nichol, Rincon Consultants, RRM Design, Central Coast Transportation Consulting, and Ecological Assets Management as subconsultants. Following are statements of each firm s qualifications to perform services, as outlined in the Request for Proposals (RFP), and relevant professional experience. Firm Profiles Michael Baker International Michael Baker International (Michael Baker) is a full-service consulting firm providing planning, environmental compliance, sustainability, community engagement, and related professional services for over 75 years. Michael Baker has a staff of over 6,000 professional, managerial, and administrative employees. Combined with its environmental and engineering practices, Michael Baker has dedicated staff with extensive experience in the fields of planning, design, and facilitation. Michael Baker maintains a diverse public and private sector client base ranging from international and federal government organizations to state and local agencies, private development, and worldwide and community organizations and institutions. Michael Baker possesses the highest level of expertise and provides project teams to undertake a diverse range of projects, with solutions focused on sustaining the future. Services span the complete life cycle of infrastructure, environmental, development, and managed asset projects along with a comprehensive continuum of mission critical and human intelligence services. With a municipal orientation, Michael Baker personnel operate as an extension of agency staff with the goal of providing clients a broad range of planning services. With the company s recent acquisition of two key California-based consulting firms RBF and PMC our ability to provide local planning and environmental services to communities throughout the state rural and urban, large and small is stronger than ever. Locally, with offices in Monterey and San Luis Obispo, we have a strong presence on the Central Coast and we are expanding all of our services throughout the region. Proposer Qualifications 3

12 Moffatt & Nichol Moffatt & Nichol (M&N) offers an unparalleled depth of cumulative experience in guiding clients through the uncertainties of sea level rise related to global climate change. As empirical researchers and hands-on design engineers, M&N offers its clients an adaptive management approach to address the potential impacts of sea level rise on the full range of coastal facilities served by its core practices port complexes, harbors, transportation infrastructure, bridges, marinas, residential developments, shore protection structures, or protected wetlands. Rincon Consultants Rincon Consultants has provided planning services for programs and projects throughout California since Its team of certified urban planners, development impact technical specialists, and LEED-certified professionals work collaboratively to improve outcomes. The firm s expertise in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) complement its award-winning regional and municipal long-range planning experience. Rincon s body of work includes specific specialties in preparing CEQA documents (typically EIRs) for a variety of programs such as general plans, specific plans, and facilities master plans, and project types including urban development, mixed-use projects, transportation, and utilities projects. RRM Design RRM Design is a local planning, engineering, and architecture firm headquartered in San Luis Obispo. The firm s planning group has taken planning beyond theory and into the realm of successful project implementation. Its professionals utilize a thorough understanding of the multifaceted processes necessary to foster sensitive and responsive planning. RRM s project experience ranges from small-scale land planning projects to the preparation of multiple-ownership specific plans and urban design projects. The depth of experience in its planning group staff promotes an exceptional effectiveness in creative project solutions, establishing consensus, client relationships, and public representation, which is evidenced through Rincon s numerous implemented projects across the state. Central Coast Transportation Consulting Central Coast Transportation Consulting (CCTC) was formed in The firm is headquartered in Morro Bay and CCTC's staff members all have extensive local and regional knowledge and experience. CCTC is a certified California Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and provides professional traffic engineering and transportation planning services in Central California with a focus on responsive, personal service. 4 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

13 Ecological Assets Management Ecological Assets Management, LLC (EAM) is a California-based firm that specializes in providing a suite of comprehensive services related to commercial fisheries management and biological resources. EAM works closely with a variety of clients, which includes private property owners, state and federal regulatory agencies, nonprofit organizations and large nongovernmental organizations. EAM is a certified California Small Business (# ) and is listed as a qualified biologist by the County of San Luis Obispo, Department of Planning and Building. Headquartered on the central coast of California near Morro Bay, EAM is centrally located and able to respond to clients needs up and down the coast of California. Services Provided Below, we outline the qualifications and experience presented by various members of the Michael Baker team in response to the technical capabilities requested in the RFP. Although we envision a collaborative work effort within the project team, the discussions below indicate which firm will lead work to be completed for each topic. Comprehensive Planning Michael Baker will lead comprehensive planning for this project. We bring a valuable combination of experience and qualifications to the comprehensive planning process. Our approach to preparing a general plan or local coastal program focuses on providing a complete, workable policy document that reflects the vision and desires of the community. Our in-house experts understand legal issues, best practices, and special considerations to develop innovative, appropriate, and legally defensible policy solutions and implementation plans. In our capacity as contract planning staff, we also have working knowledge of how to implement the policies we write and the issues commonly faced by staff interpreting and administering general plans on a daily basis. Michael Baker provides a variety of urban design and planning services to its clients, including site-specific design concepts, master plans, strategic and specific plans, zoning codes (including coastal implementation plans), transit and station area plans, vision plans and posters, public charrettes, general plan elements, and richly illustrated design guidelines. Sustainability and Climate Change Michael Baker will lead sustainability, climate change, and resiliency planning for this project. Our Sustainability and Climate Change team is committed to promoting and supporting projects, plans, and programs that advance economic vitality and environmental sustainability. We collaborate with our clients to prepare strategies to reduce greenhouse gas Proposer Qualifications 5

14 (GHG) emissions and respond to climate change. We also prepare plans that address climate adaptation, ranging from climate adaptation policies in general plans to vulnerability assessments. Additionally, our experts offer hazard mitigation planning, community health, and emergency management services. This expertise is uncommon in a planning firm and complements the wide array of services related to sustainability and climate change. In particular, Michael Baker s hazard mitigation services focus on assisting communities throughout California to address natural and man-made hazards at a policy level as well as through discrete implementation actions and projects. Community Engagement Michael Baker will lead community engagement for this project. Our team includes planning professionals who have developed and implemented a broad range of outreach strategies and activities for local and regional public agencies and community-based organizations. Michael Baker offers a comprehensive range of community engagement and facilitation services, including stakeholder engagement and reporting techniques, community workshops and events, stakeholder meetings and interviews, surveys, and educational and interactive materials development. Our team members are trained and experienced facilitators for discussions of all sizes, from small advisory committees to large public workshops and special events. We have experience working with underserved, minority, and low-income communities, as well as populations with limited English proficiency. Our services also include media relations, collateral materials development, website development, and graphic communication. Infrastructure Michael Baker will lead infrastructure planning for this project. We provide a wide array of infrastructure services to public agencies related to flood control, bridges, streets, utilities, and public facility site development. Specific capabilities include conceptual, preliminary, and final civil plans, specifications, and estimates for public infrastructure; environmental document preparation; bridge/structure design; hydrology/hydraulics; pavement rehabilitation analysis; traffic engineering/lighting; right-of-way engineering; regulatory permitting; water quality; surveying/mapping; and construction support services. Our engineering experts regularly assist with planning efforts, including general plans, master plans, and specific plans, by assessing existing infrastructure and determining necessary additions or improvements for proposed projects. Economic Development Michael Baker will lead economic development for this project. A community is not just about what you can physically see and touch. While aesthetics, architecture, and infrastructure are important, good planning also considers the economic engine that drives why a community exists. Good planning builds wealth through sustainable jobs and wages 6 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

15 while contributing to the tax base and overall fiscal health of the community. This allows communities to continue to strengthen themselves over time in a manner that looks to solve economic issues through other facets of planning. Our team understands how physical design, quality of life, and good economic development must be intertwined to create, grow, and maintain good jobs for the people of our client communities in a competitive global economy. When engaging in economic development planning, Michael Baker looks to provide a framework for new development, revitalization, and redevelopment in each community. This process generally begins with the identification of the major economic issues facing a community. This is critical to providing a framework for focus areas to assess throughout the planning process. The plan is completed through the establishment of goals and policies that promote fiscal stability, expand a community s employment base, and enhance that community s revenues in order to provide quality services to its residents. Michael Baker s economic development planners have direct experience in workforce development, analyzing and addressing skills-gaps and training programs, improving the economic base of the community, marketing, site selection/preparation, business retention and expansion programs, and overall economic development strategic planning. Grant Writing and Administration Michael Baker will lead grant writing and administration for this project. We assist municipalities with procuring grants to fund important projects and programs that require additional capital. Our experts can: research and identify funding opportunities for planning, environmental, and capital improvement projects; develop proposals in response to specific requests for information, including detailed project descriptions, benefits, and desired outcomes; provide grant management, coordinating active tasks and tracking financial performance against grant outcomes; track and verify compliance with grant requirements, including labor compliance; and provide monitoring and reporting of project completion and accounting to communicate to the funding organization. We have worked closely with cities, counties, and agencies to procure grant funding as individual municipalities as well as joint ventures for regional grants. Upon completion of grant proposals and procurement of funding, Michael Baker has the resources to provide the necessary services to complete projects and develop accompanying reports to satisfy the funding requirements. Our experts have developed grant proposals and assisted municipalities with funding planning, sustainability, environmental, and housing projects and programs throughout California. Proposer Qualifications 7

16 Coastal Hazard Planning M&N will lead coastal hazard planning for this project, consisting of the following services. Sea Level Rise and Climate Change Addressing sea level rise is not as simple as building it higher, because of the significant infrastructure already in place such as airport runways, container yards, homes and businesses, and the connections at the inland edges, which limit the ability to just elevate the waterfront areas. Over the years, M&N s coastal engineers have routinely evaluated local and global sea levels as part of designing coastal flood protection projects, and they are very familiar with riskbased, probabilistic methods used in project life cycle analysis and risk assessments. M&N is particularly qualified to assess the vulnerability to sea level rise and to develop adaptation/mitigation strategies in a manner that is easily understood by planners, architects, and local communities. Coastal Numerical Modeling M&N has extensive experience in performing hydrodynamic modeling studies in the estuary and nearshore ocean environments. The team regularly applies widely accepted numerical models of varying complexity as aids to the design process. Its extensive experience with a wide range of hydraulic and hydrodynamic models, as well as with developing in-house models and interfaces, provides the ability to select the most appropriate model for any particular engineering problem and effectively analyze and present the results. M&N s expertise also allows the firm to apply the right models in a fast and efficient manner to provide the most effective and constructible engineering solutions. Shoreline Processes An important aspect of shoreline protection work is the characterization of the dynamic nature of the coast along the project area. This coastal engineering assessment is generally done in terms of the beach s long-term and seasonal dynamic response, and for a range of wave and water level scenarios. As is typically required, M&N can perform a wave run-up analysis, in conformance with the California Coastal Commission s Beach Erosion and Response (BEAR) Guidance Document (1999), as well as its current guidance on including climate change and sea level rise in future planning (2015). The analysis includes design parameters such as still water elevation, storm surge events, anticipated long-term changes in sea surface elevations, extreme anticipated scour elevation, nearshore bathymetry, wave characteristics, wave run-up elevation, and wave overtopping rate (if applicable). The analysis is set up to look at a range of future sea level rise scenarios and timelines, and can be used to identify infrastructure at risk from wave action and sea level rise. M&N has done many wave run-up analyses and armor size calculations in support of shore protection and other coastal projects, including Blue Lagoon and Three Arch Bay in Laguna Beach, Broad Beach in Malibu, Sandpoint Road in Carpinteria, Seacliff Beach Colony in Ventura County, and others in Pismo Beach and Catalina Island. 8 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

17 Hydrology/Hydraulics M&N provides a full range of coastal engineering/water resources/hydrology/hydraulics analytical services. M&N numerical models enable analysis of parameters vital to understanding the behavior of coastal, watershed, riverine, and tidal environments. M&N routinely applies models to establish boundary conditions, characterize existing systems, and predict future parameters based on proposed system modifications. Its wind and wave hindcast models simulate the effects of wave shoaling, refraction, diffraction, and wave propagation over complex bathymetries and provide statistical return period analysis. Hydrological models can simulate the surface runoff response of a river basin, and the hydrodynamic circulation models can calculate water surface elevations and velocities in a waterway system. M&N s capabilities also include sedimentation models which can simulate the sedimentation patterns and transport processes in a river and estuary, and the convective diffusion programs model the spreading of physical properties impacting water quality (e.g., pollutants, salinity, heat). Environmental Review Rincon will lead environmental review for this project. The company is well versed in conducting both project-specific and programmatic environmental reviews as well as in the issues facing projects in a variety of settings. Most of these projects involve comprehensive analysis of a broad range of impact issues and development of programmatic mitigation measures required to minimize adverse effects. CEQA documentation (EIRs, mitigated negative declarations [MND], categorical exclusions [CE]) accounts for roughly two-thirds of Rincon s Environmental Sciences and Planning business, while technical studies in related areas (air quality, GHGs, noise) are also focal points for this group. In addition, all other groups at Rincon participate in CEQA documentation within their areas of expertise, providing needed technical expertise to planners as appropriate for individual assignments. Staff members are experienced with technical analysis of all 16 issue areas on the CEQA checklist. Rincon provides in-depth analysis for those issue areas deemed significant in an initial study and warranting review in an EIR. When an EIR is required, the initial study and scoping process is used to focus the document on impacts that have the potential to result in significant impacts. Local Coastal Planning RRM will lead local coastal planning implementation for this project. RRM has extensive experience writing and implementing local coastal programs (LCPs). The firm is currently working on the City of Goleta s first LCP and is also currently partnered with Rincon to prepare a comprehensive update to the City of Oxnard s LCP. Both projects are especially relevant as they are some of the first LCP updates to incorporate new Coastal Commission guidance for addressing sea level rise. Both efforts involve extensive consultation with Coastal Commission staff. RRM emphasizes Proposer Qualifications 9

18 identifying an organizational structure designed to function seamlessly for the local jurisdiction, citizens, and property owners over the long term, while facilitating efficient review by the Coastal Commission. Zoning RRM will lead zoning tasks for this project. RRM offers expertise in preparing zoning ordinances and development codes in a wide variety of settings, including urban centers, small towns, and rural counties. RRM is an industry leader in developing mixed-use and downtown development regulations that support and facilitate infill development and the creation of vibrant pedestrian- and transit-oriented centers. RRM has prepared development codes, area-specific regulations, and special purpose ordinances for topics such as landscaping, hillsides, parking, sustainability, planned development, and community benefits. Staff utilizes the whole menu of zoning approaches, including form-based, performance-based, and Euclidean, to devise a strategy tailored to the unique needs of each community. All codes and ordinances are prepared to be responsive, user-friendly, and easy to understand, including cross references, graphic illustrations, and web-interfacing abilities. The RRM team brings experience from all sides of the development process, from public sector development review to architects and designers building real projects. Transportation Planning CCTC will lead transportation planning for this project. CCTC has extensive experience providing traffic and transportation consulting services to clients, especially in the Central Coast region. The firm s services include: Transportation impact studies Transportation data collection Travel demand forecasting Traffic signal and lighting design Safety studies AB 1600 transportation impact fee studies Parking studies Project management and peer review Traffic operations analysis, including microsimulation Multimodal level of service calculations Signal warrant studies On-site circulation studies Traffic-calming plans Fisheries EAM will lead efforts related to commercial fisheries and fisheries biology for this project. EAM is currently working with numerous stakeholders in various West Coast commercial fisheries and assisting them with a variety of long-term sustainability projects. 10 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

19 Project Team As part of the Michael Baker approach to meeting the key objectives for the Morro Bay Comprehensive General Plan and Local Coastal Plan Update, Zoning Code Update, and EIR project, we focused on assembling a project team with relevant and local experience with significant involvement by key personnel. The proposed staff members for the project, identified in the following organizational chart, were selected based on relevant experience, enthusiasm for the project, experience working with one another, and availability to commit to the project. These factors combined have resulted in the right team for the project. The majority of proposed key personnel work in offices located along the Central Coast and have regional project experience as well as extensive experience providing the services outlined in the RFP. Our regional presence and staffing allows the Michael Baker team to respond quickly to meet with City staff and provide on-site coordination, as needed. The organization chart on the following page indicates key personnel, including the proposed project management team. Brief biographical summaries follow the organization chart, and expand on project roles and responsibilities, including estimated hours that each key staff member will work on the project. Brief resumes for all proposed staff in the organization chart are provided in an appendix. Tammy Seale, Project Director Estimated Hours: 140 Ms. Seale is a principal and manager of Michael Baker s Central Coast office in San Luis Obispo. She leads the firm s Sustainability and Climate Change Services team, and serves as a project director, manager, or advisor for comprehensive planning projects, specializing in the areas of sustainability, climate action planning, renewable energy, hazard mitigation, and conservation planning. Ms. Seale also directs on-call current and environmental planning services for Central Coast cities. She has provided planning services with a focus on sustainability to numerous municipalities, including the City of Morro Bay. As a planner, she has served public agencies for 20 years, beginning in Florida and continuing in California for the past 15 years. Ms. Seale began her planning experience on the Central Coast as a special projects planner for the City of Morro Bay assigned to the Morro Bay Power Plan Modernization Project ( ), the City s first stormwater management plan, and various environmental planning projects. She has continued planning support to the City of Morro Bay through management of the firm s on-call contract to support the Morro Bay Community Development Department with development review and permit processing, grant writing, special projects, and consultation as needed since Ms. Seale led the Michael Baker team for the preparation of the Plan for the Plan, or work program for the General Plan and LCP Update. She will serve as project director for the General Plan Update, LCP Update, and EIR, providing oversight for all aspects of the project. Proposer Qualifications 11

20 City of Morro Bay Michael Baker International Team Management Project Director Tammy Seale Project Manager Jeff Henderson, AICP Assistant Project Manager Chris Read Planning/Design Loreli Cappel Amy Sinsheimer, AICP Abby Woods, IAP2, LEED AP Chris Manning Eli Krispi Dana Hoffman, AICP Cristelle Blackford Alice Zanmiller Technical Specialists Nora De Cuir, IAP2, Community Engagement Shane Burkhardt, AICP, Economic Development Jenna Tourje, AICP, Community Health Julian Capata, Noise Tad Stearn, Coastal Planning Mark Osler, P.E., Coastal Hazards Zico Saryeddean, P.E., Water Resources Aaron Pfannenstiel, AICP, LEED AP, Geology and Hazards Jonathan Faoro, GIS Subconsultants Moffatt & Nichol Sea Level Rise Russ Boudreau, P.E. Dilip Trivedi, Dr Enf. P.E. Aaron Holloway, P.E. Brian Leslie Christopher Webb Brad Porter, P.E. Rincon Consultants Environmental Assessment Richard Daulton, MURP Chris Bersbach, MESM Colby J. Boggs Kevin Hunt RRM Design Zoning and Implementation Debbie Rudd, LEED AP Martha Miller, AICP Josh Cross, LEED AP Central Coast Transportation Consulting Mobility Joe Fernandez, P.E., AICP Krista Purser, EIT Lance Knox Ecological Assets Management Fisheries Dwayne Oberhoff 12 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

21 Jeff Henderson, AICP, Project Manager Estimated Hours: 380 Mr. Henderson is a senior urban planner with experience preparing and managing general plan updates, sustainability action plans, and CEQA documents. He has 20 years of experience providing land use and environmental planning services. His technical and management experience includes substantial roles in more than 17 general plan update programs. Relevant project experience includes managing the Huntington Beach General Plan Update and EIR; Laguna Woods Safety Element and Conservation Element Updates; Sunnyvale Land Use and Transportation Element Update; and the Mono County Resource Efficiency Plan. Mr. Henderson was a member of Michael Baker s land use planning services team for preparation of the work program for the Morro Bay General Plan and LCP Update. He will serve as the primary point-of-contact for the City and will manage the day-to-day coordination of tasks as well as the overall management of the project team. Chris Read, Assistant Project Manager Estimated Hours: 325 Mr. Read is a senior planner and assistant project manager based in San Luis Obispo, and a resident of Los Osos. He assists with and leads a variety of comprehensive and environmental planning projects with an emphasis on climate change and sustainability, climate change adaptation, and public health. Mr. Read combines his academic training assessing hazard vulnerability with his professional training as a sustainability planner to think critically about the complex interaction between the natural environment, the built environment, public opinion, and policy. He has prepared several successful LCP planning grant applications, prepared LCP work programs, and is currently working on the LCP for Hermosa Beach. Additionally, he has managed or provided planning assistance for the Laguna Woods General Plan Update and Climate Adaptation Plan, Huntington Beach General Plan Update, and the Santa Barbara County Energy and Climate Action Plan. Mr. Read provided key technical and facilitation support to the City as a member of Michael Baker s land use planning services team for preparation of the work program for the Morro Bay General Plan and LCP Update. Additional local experience includes the Morro Bay Housing Element Update, Ocean Protection Council Grant Application, and the Downtown Enhancement Project. Mr. Read will assist with overall project management and will provide sustainability planning expertise to the General Plan and LCP Update. Nora De Cuir, IAP2, Senior Facilitator/Planner Estimated Hours: 40 Ms. De Cuir directs the firm s community engagement and facilitation services for public agencies and nonprofit organizations. She is an experienced facilitator for group discussions of all sizes, from small advisory committees to large public workshops and special events. In addition, Ms. De Cuir has authored general plan elements, strategic plans, climate action plans, watershed plans, pedestrian and bicycle master plans, trail feasibility studies, park and open space system plans and assessments, and agricultural conservation studies. Ms. De Cuir led facilitation and visioning for preparation of the work program for Morro Bay General Plan and LCP Update. She will lead all community engagement and facilitation for the General Plan and LCP Update. Proposer Qualifications 13

22 Shane Burkhardt, AICP, Senior Planner Estimated Hours: 40 Mr. Burkhardt is Community Planning and Urban Design Manager at Michael Baker. He is a versatile and experienced certified urban planner with experience and specific expertise in land use, urban economics, and economic development and redevelopment. Mr. Burkhardt's previous experience outside of private sector consulting included a research fellow appointment with the Hudson Institute, specializing in building community competitiveness as well as community outreach support, and adjunct teaching in Ball State University s urban planning program. He was also a recent recipient of the American Planning Association s CPC Outstanding Leadership Award. As a private sector planner, he has led many successful award-winning planning and urban design projects, including the redevelopment of the area around the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the redevelopment of City of Whiting s Lake Michigan waterfront. Loreli Cappel, Senior Planner Estimated Hours: 150 Ms. Cappel leads Michael Baker s Urban Revitalization and Design team and has successfully led teams in many community-wide planning efforts, including specific plans, community visioning, urban greening, transit-oriented development, revitalization, and various design projects at many scales and intensities for multiple thriving communities. Based in San Luis Obispo, she brings local knowledge and relevant experience including the Kern County Vision Plans, Santa Barbara Pedestrian Master Plan and Design Guidelines, San Luis Obispo Council of Government s Salinas River Trail and Edna-Price Canyon Anza Trail Master Plan outreach, and the Alameda County Ashland/Cherryland Urban Greening Plan. Ms. Cappel has extensive local knowledge and 15 years of professional and collegiate experience in the Central Coast as a Cal Poly graduate and local resident since early childhood. She will provide planning and design input to the General Plan and LCP Update, as well as to development of the Zoning Code. Aaron Pfannenstiel, AICP, LEED AP, Senior Planner Estimated Hours: 40 Mr. Pfannenstiel is a senior planner and project manager with a background in geology, environmental studies, and planning. His planning experience includes the preparation of environmental documents for CEQA and NEPA compliance, comprehensive planning documents (specific plans and general plans), design guidelines, due diligence and feasibility studies, community outreach and education, and assisting public and private sector clients with development projects from inception to completion. Mr. Pfannenstiel focuses on the incorporation of hazard mitigation into comprehensive planning projects to increase resiliency within our communities. His experience and understanding of planning and geology allow him to assist his clients in understanding their constraints and hazards and better develop mitigation strategies. He will lead hazards and geology efforts for the General Plan and LCP Update. 14 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

23 Amy Sinsheimer, AICP, Senior Planner Estimated Hours: 160 Ms. Sinsheimer is an urban planner with experience managing and preparing long-range planning documents. Ms. Sinsheimer is a San Luis Obispo County native and based in our San Luis Obispo office. She has 14 years of progressively responsible consulting experience in land use and environmental planning with primary responsibilities including management and preparation of policy and regulatory planning documents. She has significant experience in public outreach, including for complex projects involving multiple agencies, stakeholders, and team members. She has prepared general plan housing elements during the 3rd, 4th, and 5th cycles and has worked closely with staff at the California Department of Housing and Community Development to achieve certification for her clients. Ms. Sinsheimer s zoning experience includes preparation of conventional, form-based, and hybrid zoning codes, including zoning regulations in California s Coastal Zone. Additional experience includes economic plans, master plans, trail planning, and CEQA work. Relevant local experience includes managing the Morro Bay 5 th Cycle Housing Element, San Luis Obispo Subdivision Regulations Update and Economic Development Strategic Plan, and the Oceano Revitalization Plan. She will provide urban planning and design assistance for the proposed project. Abby Woods, IAP2, LEED AP, Senior Planner/Facilitator Estimated Hours: 40 Ms. Woods is a community engagement and facilitation specialist with experience providing comprehensive public outreach and stakeholder engagement programs for public agencies. She is an International Association of Public Participation (IAP2)-certified multiscale community planner with 10 years of experience in the nonprofit, government, and for-profit industries. Her expertise includes community engagement, partnership development, event strategy, communications, and conflict resolution. Ms. Woods s relevant experience includes management of the West Hollywood Community Visioning for 1343 N. Laurel Avenue and for the City s Community Study, Hermosa Beach General Plan Update, San Luis Obispo County Renewable Energy Streamlining Program, and numerous visioning, outreach, and event production assignments. She will provide facilitation services for the General Plan and LCP Update, Zoning Code, and EIR. Chris Manning, Senior Landscape Architect Estimated Hours: 40 Mr. Manning is a landscape architect and designer with extensive international and local experience. He is based in San Luis Obispo, and his design sense is largely shaped by his experience of growing up in California and influences from programs and travel in Italy, Greece, England, Germany, Spain, Turkey, and the Czech Republic. For 32 years, Mr. Manning has consistently worked on a diverse array of project types, including designing and managing complex projects. He is well versed in working closely with large design teams and with architects, engineers, planners, interior designers, and various consultants. His relevant experience includes being a key contributor for the Arroyo Grande Centennial Square and Downtown Streetscape Improvements projects, and the Atascadero Transit Center Site Selection Study. He will lead landscape design efforts for the project and assist with urban design and planning tasks. Proposer Qualifications 15

24 Eli Krispi, Associate Planner Estimated Hours: 260 Mr. Krispi focuses on planning projects that help to reduce environmental impacts and improve the ability to respond to a changing climate, creating more sustainable communities in the process. His experience as a planner is based on his experience in implementing sustainable policies and practices, a science-based education focused on the interaction between the natural world and the built environment, and a data-driven analytical approach to problem-solving. Mr. Krispi is well versed in developing, analyzing, and implementing sustainability policies, conducting GHG inventories and forecasts, and creating technical tools for policy analysis and implementation. His example projects include the Laguna Woods Climate Adaptation Plan and Conservation Element, Santa Barbara County Energy and Climate Action Plan, and the Huntington Beach Sustainability Action Plan. Regional experience includes the Morro Bay Downtown Specific Plan Project, the San Luis Obispo County Renewable Energy Streamlining Program, and the Eastern Goleta Valley Urban Agriculture Plan. Mr. Krispi will provide planning assistance with an emphasis on sustainability and resiliency. Dana Hoffman, AICP, Associate Planner Estimated Hours: 260 Ms. Hoffman is an assistant planner with experience working on comprehensive planning and sustainability projects, including technical analysis, policy development, and community engagement. She contributes to general plans, housing elements, specific plans, design guidelines, transit-oriented developments, and climate action plans. She has working knowledge of Adobe design software, GIS, building energy modeling, grant writing, and emissions modeling tools. Ms. Hoffman has past experience in politics and community organizing. She will assist with development of the General Plan and LCP Update. Cristelle Blackford, Associate Planner/Facilitator Estimated Hours: 260 Ms. Blackford is an associate planner and facilitator with experience developing and implementing comprehensive public outreach and stakeholder engagement programs for public agencies. She brings skills from nonprofit capacity building, policy writing, and online operations, and has contributed to a range of projects, from community visioning and citizen-engaged research to urban design and multimodal transportation planning. Drawing on five years of experience in the tech industry, she applies her expertise in usability research toward implementing innovative online engagement techniques which she blends with traditional in-person engagement to create effective, equitable, and wide-reaching civic participation programs. Ms. Blackford will help engage the community and stakeholders in the General Plan Update process. 16 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

25 Jenna Tourje, AICP, Associate Planner Estimated Hours: 60 Ms. Tourje is a community planner with experience preparing and managing planning documents, including general plans, master plans, and specific plans. Additionally, she has developed and directed public outreach efforts for nonprofit and public-sector clients. As a planner, Ms. Tourje is skilled in public outreach and facilitation techniques, and is committed to empowering communities toward real and meaningful change. Alongside her professional work, she has conducted community outreach and public health assessments on several projects with Engineers Without Borders. Her international interest and experience is focused on the intersection between the environment, health, and community vitality. Ms. Tourje will contribute to the preparation of the General Plan and LCP Update. Alice Zanmiller, Assistant Planner Estimated Hours: 260 Ms. Zanmiller s focus is on helping cities make data-driven decisions to increase public health, emphasize sustainability, and build resilience to a changing climate. She believes that pairing technical data with a comprehensive understanding of community goals and needs allows cities to develop plans that will improve the lives of residents while meeting necessary targets to improve environmental conditions. She has experience in creating comprehensive climate action plans, including conducting emissions inventories and monitoring progress, writing GHG emissions reduction policies, and developing adaptation strategies. She has also worked on general plan safety elements, local hazard mitigation plans, and renewable energy and energy efficiency strategies. Ms. Zanmiller will assist with development of the General Plan and LCP Update. Julian Capata, Senior Planner Estimated Hours: 40 Mr. Capata is a project manager with more than 10 years of experience providing project management and technical and analytical assistance for a variety of environmental documentation and urban planning projects. He is well versed in all NEPA and CEQA guidelines. Mr. Capata is highly skilled in all aspects of research, critical analysis, and writing. He has extensive experience in project administration and management and has received in-depth training in team building, facilitation, and collaboration skills. Mr. Capata has extensive experience in preparing environmental noise analysis, and is highly skilled with noise modeling methodologies and community noise mitigation. His expertise includes a wide range of sectors including hospitality and hotel, transportation, residential, commercial, mixed-use, and redevelopment projects, as well as specific plans and general plan updates. Mr. Capata will lead noise analyses for the General Plan and LCP Update. Tad Stearn, Principal Planner Estimated Hours: 20 Mr. Stearn is a principal consultant with the firm and manager of Michael Baker International s Monterey office. He is responsible for project management and business development in Northern California and the Central Coast region. Management duties include the oversight of staff for planning, agency staffing and environmental compliance projects, Proposer Qualifications 17

26 as well as hands-on project management and on-call consultation service for local clients. Mr. Stearn has 25 years of professional planning experience, including the preparation of CEQA/NEPA compliance documents, coastal planning, review and processing of current planning applications, advance planning projects (general plans, general plan amendments, specific plans, Local Coastal Programs and area/community plans), visual impact analyses, and special projects. His relevant experience includes directing the Seaside Comprehensive LCP Update, leading the Hermosa Beach LCP update, and assisting the City of Monterey with is LCP Implementation Plan. Mr. Stearn has provided planning services as an extension of City staff as well as a manager for projects throughout the Central Coast for most of his professional career, and he currently oversees several departments within Monterey County s government structure, including the Resource Management Agency. He will provide technical support and quality assurance for local coastal planning aspects of this project. Mark Osler, P.E., Senior Engineer Estimated Hours: 20 Mr. Osler directs Michael Baker's Coastal Science and Engineering Practice. His technical skills focus on the analysis of coastal flooding, estuarine hydrodynamics, and coastal morphology. He has designed and implemented complex numerical modeling studies often featuring fully coupled hydrodynamic, wave, and sediment transport simulations for estuarine, inlet, and open coast settings. He has applied his expertise in nearshore hydrodynamic analysis to physical model testing as well as two-dimensional computer simulations. He is an expert in the use of coastal numerical modeling software including ADCIRC, STWAVE, SWAN, CMS-Flow, GENESIS, RMA2, MIKE 21, SMS, Inlet Reservoir Model, and ACES. Zico Saryeddean, P.E., Senior Engineer Estimated Hours: 20 Mr. Saryeddean is a technical manager with experience applying engineering/construction management principles and practices to the development of infrastructure and utilities. He has managed over 500 projects which encompass site selection, site investigation, conceptual design, entitlement process, civil design, approval/permitting, construction management, QA/QC control, RFI, claims, change orders, shop drawings, audits/civil inspections, and final certification. He has a verifiable track record for the successful management and completion of multimillion dollar projects within budget, on time, and per client requirements and expectations. Mr. Saryeddean will lead water resources and infrastructure analyses for the proposed project. Jonathan Faoro, GIS Analyst Estimated Hours: 160 Mr. Faoro has 13 years of GIS experience, including implementation of GIS applications for transportation, public works, municipal planning, and natural resources management projects. He is knowledgeable of the latest GIS software and technologies, including ArcGIS 9.X/10.X, ESRI Business Analyst Online, ESRI ArcPad mobile GIS, ArcPad Application Builder, Trimble TerraSync and Trimble Pathfinder Office GPS software, ERDAS Imagine, and several ArcGIS extensions. He is very familiar with geographic information databases and has been responsible for data 18 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

27 capture/creation, management, and analysis for a multitude of projects in the nation. Mr. Faoro will lead all mapping and GIS efforts for the proposed project. Russ Boudreau, P.E. Estimated Hours: 100 Mr. Boudreau will provide overall management and technical oversight of the sustainability/resilience components of the General Plan and LCP Updates. He is a senior coastal engineer with expertise in the field of sea level rise. He has served as a project manager and principal for studies and projects that support coastal and waterfront clients seeking planning strategies to manage the threat of sea level rise. Throughout his career, he has been involved with projects involving coastal processes, environmental restoration, shore protection, navigation improvement and marina design experience includes prototype and numerical studies of wetland hydraulics, beach nourishment, harbor and beach water quality, wave prediction and wave force studies for fixed and floating structures, and coastal and riverine shoreline protection. His experience in these areas ranges from planning and design through permit acquisition, preparation of final design documents, and construction management. Dilip Trivedi, Dr Enf. P.E. Estimated Hours: 20 Dr. Trivedi will provide overall quality control for the sea level rise vulnerability assessment and sustainability/ resilience components of the General Plan and LCP Update. He brings more than 24 years of experience in civil and coastal engineering, with emphasis on leading technical studies as well as implementing projects on the waterfront. He has used sophisticated numerical methods including wave, hydrodynamic, and sediment transport models to address coastal/estuarine processes and tidal hydraulics within large bays and estuaries as well as open coastlines. These include public-domain models such as the US Army Corps of Engineer s HEC suite of models, as well as proprietary models such as the Danish Hydraulic Institute s MIKE suite and others. Dr. Trivedi s recent projects include sea level rise and public use planning for large urban redevelopment projects on former Navy bases in San Francisco, restoration planning for several North Bay diked baylands, design and analyses for former salt ponds in the South Bay, and FEMA flooding studies in the South Bay. Aaron Holloway, P.E. Estimated Hours: 70 Mr. Holloway will serve as the assistant project manager and provide overall coastal processes modeling for sea level rise vulnerability assessment. He has more than 10 years of experience in coastal and water resources engineering, with a focus on design, analysis, modeling and permitting of coastal, riverine, and civil infrastructure projects. His experience has included design of beach nourishment projects, shore protection infrastructure, levees, flood control improvements, environmental restorations, and constructed wetland treatment systems. Mr. Holloway has led projects from concept level through permitting, detailed design and construction, and performed complex engineering analyses, including hydraulic physical model studies, fluvial/sediment transport modeling, 2D surface flow modeling, hydrology studies, and drainage master planning. Proposer Qualifications 19

28 Brian Leslie Estimated Hours: 240 Mr. Leslie will develop sea level rise vulnerabilities and adaptation strategies associated with coastal shoreline and bluffs. Mr. Leslie has served as a coastal scientist and project manager on projects involving shoreline protection, coastal hazard (e.g., tsunami, extreme wave conditions, and sea level rise) vulnerability assessments, beach nourishment, wetland restoration, and field data collection and analysis. He also works to secure permits for marine and coastal construction projects and prepares, analyzes, and manages coastal geospatial databases. Mr. Leslie has 13 years of professional work experience in both the public and private sectors in the fields of stormwater management, environmental planning, and coastal science and engineering. Christopher Webb Estimated Hours: 10 Mr. Webb is a coastal scientist who specializes in coastal planning and geomorphology, including projects involving shoreline planning, coastal impact studies, beach nourishment, wetland restoration, riverine restoration, water quality assessments, and field data measurement. He performs concept and environmental planning services, assists with designs, secures permits, performs presentations to clients and the public, and serves as a supervisory-level project manager. Brad Porter, P.E. Estimated Hours: 20 Mr. Porter will work closely with Mr. Webb to develop sea level rise vulnerabilities and adaptation strategies associated with waterfront infrastructure. Mr. Porter brings more than 27 years of project management experience gained on a variety of coastal engineering projects involving hydrology and hydraulics, coastal structures, dredging, wetlands creation, and environmental restoration. This experience includes providing planning, permitting, design, construction documents, and post-construction-award services. Richard Daulton, MURP, EIR Principal-in-Charge Estimated Hours: 80 Mr. Daulton is a principal and Operations Manager of Rincon s San Luis Obispo office with over 20 years of experience preparing CEQA and NEPA environmental documents for projects and programs throughout Central California. He manages a range of CEQA and NEPA documents, and has successfully combined environmental analysis and planning techniques to guide agencies through complex studies and controversial programs, and entitlement and planning projects. He also prepares and oversees technical studies, particularly with regard to economic and land demand analysis, hazardous materials analysis, wetlands regulatory permitting, and air quality and noise studies. He managed preparation of the City of Lompoc General Plan Update and EIR and City of Buellton General Plan EIR, and assisted with the management of the City of Paso Robles General Plan and EIR. For the City of Morro Bay, he recently oversaw preparation of the Morro Creek Multi-Use Trail and Bridge Project CEQA, NEPA, and Regulatory Permitting Compliance Services, and the Morro Bay Climate Action Plan. He is currently serving as principal-in-charge for the San Luis Obispo County Los Osos Habitat Conservation Plan EIR/EA, and San Miguel Community Plan Update EIR. 20 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

29 Chris Bersbach, MESM, Environmental Planner Estimated Hours: 300 Mr. Bersbach is Rincon s Technical Services Program manager and an environmental planner for Rincon s Environmental Science Planning group. He will serve as project manager for the EIR. His experience is focused in technical issues areas, including air quality, GHG emissions, and noise. He is experienced with the CalEEMod land use emissions model, the California Air Resources Board s Mobile Source Emissions Inventory (EMFAC2011), the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Traffic Noise Model (TNM), and a variety of other emissions and noise modeling tools, including OFFROAD2007, CALINE4, and the Climate Registry General Reporting Protocol. Mr. Bersbach is responsible for preparing GHG emissions inventories and climate action plans. He has been a contributing author to a number of recent projects, including the Lompoc General Plan Update EIR, the San Juan Oaks Specific Plan SEIR, the Shandon Area Community Plan Update EIR, and the Lake Elsinore Climate Action Plan, and has recently managed several major CEQA projects, including the Morro Creek Multi-Use Trail and Bridge Environmental Services Project. Colby J. Boggs, Senior Ecologist Estimated Hours: 40 Mr. Boggs is a principal and Senior Ecologist in Rincon s San Luis Obispo office and will oversee preparation of the Biological Resources section of the EIR. He has over 16 years of experience as a biological consultant, researcher, and educator with an emphasis on assessments of biological and wetlands resources, plant and wetland ecology, biological survey design, ecological restoration, and conservation planning. Mr. Boggs has extensive knowledge of California s flora and fauna, and associated vegetation communities and habitat types. His responsibilities at Rincon include plant and animal special-status species research and field surveys, biological and other natural resources mapping, quantitative biological resources analyses, habitat evaluations, general biological surveys, regulatory compliance, and the preparation of biological reports, mitigation and monitoring, restoration and conservation plans, and delineation of waters of the US and state reports. Mr. Boggs has worked on several projects in the Estero Bay area, including preparation of a Natural Environment Study and Jurisdictional Delineation in Morro Bay and a Morro Manzanita Restoration Plan and Morro Shoulderband Snail Low-Effect Habitat Conservation Plan in Los Osos. Kevin Hunt, Cultural Resources Program Manager Estimated Hours: 40 Mr. Hunt is a cultural resources specialist with more than 20 years of experience in California archaeology, history, and Native American consultation, and will oversee preparation of the Cultural Resources section of the EIR. His expertise includes the full range of archaeological studies, from literature reviews to large data recovery excavations, as well as the survey and evaluation of historic built environment resources and traditional cultural properties. He has prepared more than 100 technical reports and numerous cultural resources sections for documents including EIRs, environmental assessments, environmental impact statements (EIS), and EIR/EISs. Mr. Hunt s local experience includes managing and conducting cultural resources services in the City of Morro Bay, at Piedras Blancas Light Station and Carrizo Plain National Monument, and various locations through the county. Proposer Qualifications 21

30 Debbie Rudd, LEED AP, Senior Urban Designer Estimated Hours: 12 Ms. Rudd is a principal at RRM, based in the firm s San Luis Obispo office. She brings over 25 years of California waterfront experience, writing and implementing policy, taking projects from the early visioning and policy stages through construction. She is well versed in Coastal Commission process, sustainable design principles, and implementing projects on the California coastline. Ms. Rudd excels in public outreach, identifying public concerns and preferences, and translating user needs and preferences into well-supported plans that can be easily understood by the public and implemented by the lead agency. Having obtained a Coastal Commission approval on the Port San Luis Master Plan and LCP amendment, as well as a Coastal Commission appeal for phase IV of the Pismo Beach Promenade project, she is intimately familiar with how to create policy for buildable projects that will be supported by the Coastal Commission. She will provide oversight for the LCP and Zoning Code Updates. Martha Miller, AICP, Coastal Land Use Planner Estimated Hours: 216 Ms. Miller is a land use planner specializing in community planning, development regulations, sustainability planning, coastal planning, and community outreach with a particular emphasis on preparing zoning codes and development regulations for local governmental agencies. Her prior experience as a public sector planner, where she managed comprehensive community plan updates, subdivisions, and development projects, provides a solid foundation for this work. She has prepared numerous comprehensive zoning ordinances and development codes and area-specific regulations, as well as special purpose ordinances for topics such as landscaping, hillsides, parking, sustainability, planned development, and community benefits. Ms. Miller will lead the Zoning Ordinance Update and Coastal Implementation Plan portion of the project and provide key support for the LCP Update. Her considerable experience writing zoning and development regulations for numerous California coastal communities, including Santa Barbara, Goleta, Oxnard, Princeton (San Mateo County), Cambria, and San Simeon (San Luis Obispo County), informs practical policy formulation to effectively achieve community goals. Josh Cross, LEED AP, Senior Planner Estimated Hours: 100 Mr. Cross is a planner with experience guiding projects ranging from community plan updates to specific plans and design guidelines. Mr. Cross is a San Luis Obispo County native and is based in RRM s San Luis Obispo office. Since beginning his career with RRM Design Group in 2000, he has applied his talents to specific and master plans, site planning, and urban design, serving both public and private clients. His award-winning experience with design guidelines, combined with his ability to manage multifaceted projects, ensures high-quality work products. Mr. Cross s relevant experience includes providing community planning and facilitation for the Lompoc General Plan Update and EIR, the Port San Luis Master Plan and LCP Update, and the North 40 Specific Plan in Los Gatos. He will provide community planning and design assistance to the project. 22 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

31 Joe Fernandez, P.E., AICP, Mobility/Transportation Planner Estimated Hours: 280 Mr. Fernandez is a principal at CCTC based in Morro Bay. He has led transportation planning and engineering projects in California since He has successfully completed a wide variety of transportation projects including dozens of transportation impact studies, traffic operations analyses, travel forecasting, transportation planning studies, traffic engineering design, and multimodal planning projects. He played a key role in the City of San Luis Obispo s Circulation Element update as contract staff, and served as the project manager for the City of Paso Robles award-winning Circulation Element update. Mr. Fernandez will manage transportation and mobility aspects of the project, including study approach and quality control. Krista Purser, EIT, Transportation Engineer Estimated Hours: 140 Ms. Purser is a transportation engineer with experience in technical analyses, event management plans, safety studies, cost estimations, and multimodal planning and design. She is continuing her academic pursuits as a civil engineering student at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, to enhance her knowledge of traffic engineering, railroad engineering, and land use law. Ms. Purser will assist with technical transportation impact analyses. Lance Knox, Transportation Planner Estimated Hours: 140 Mr. Knox is a transportation planner with a background in city and regional planning as well as civil engineering. His transportation background includes work experience on a roundabout feasibility study, traffic impact analyses, travel demand forecasting, circulation elements within general and specific plans, and multimodal planning. He will assist with policy aspects of the project and transportation forecasting. Dwayne Oberhoff Estimated Hours: 150 Mr. Oberhoff is a senior fisheries biologist and manager of EAM, based in Los Osos. He brings extensive fisheries experience and local knowledge to the project, including established relationships with agencies and stakeholders. As the California Groundfish Collective s Risk Pool Manager, Mr. Oberhoff manages overfished species quota, associated quota holding vessel accounts, and provides reports to the Advisory Committee. The Risk Pool is a group of fishermen from different ports pooling overfished species quota pounds and collaborating on a variety of methods to maximize target species landings and minimize overfished species landings. He is currently providing quota management/permit management services for The Nature Conservancy s Central Coast Groundfish Project, the Morro Bay Community Quota Fund, and the Monterey Fisheries Trust. Mr. Oberhoff will lead analyses and outreach to address the fisheries-related components of the General Plan and LCP Update, with a focus on local commercial fisheries and infrastructure. Proposer Qualifications 23

32 Relevant Experience The Michael Baker International team and its key personnel have provided planning, environmental, and outreach services for projects similar in nature to the scope of work outlined in the RFP. Our experts have conducted analyses and worked closely with communities and stakeholders to prepare comprehensive updates to general plans, LCPs, and zoning codes, as well as related environmental documentation in dozens of communities throughout California. Following are select projects that key members of the Michael Baker team have completed. References for select projects are provided at the end of this section. We encourage City staff to reach out to these jurisdictions and would be happy to provide additional reference contacts for project team members upon request. Comprehensive Planning Huntington Beach General Plan Update and EIR Michael Baker is currently leading the General Plan update work program for the City of Huntington Beach. Several important topics are being considered in this work program, including consistency between the General Plan and the City s many specific plans, repositioning industrial uses to be competitive in the regional market, community concern for wetlands and other sensitive resources, identifying opportunities to address contributions to and effects of climate change, and recycling school sites. Multiple technical studies are being prepared to support the General Plan update and EIR, including biological resources, police and fire levels of service, and a sea level rise vulnerability assessment. We are facilitating a General Plan Advisory Committee and conducting stakeholder outreach using a variety of innovative means. An updated General Plan, Greenhouse Gas Reduction Program (GGRP), Coastal Resiliency Program (CRP), and program EIR represent the main deliverables for this work program. The GGRP actions implement General Plan sustainability goals and policies, and emphasize actions with measurable benefits. The GGRP integrates economic development, water and energy conservation, waste reduction and recycling, alternative and active transportation, open space preservation, and GHG emissions from both new development and existing uses. The GGRP is complemented by the CRP and a sea level rise vulnerability assessment. In preparing the CRP, Michael Baker (supported by Moffat & Nichol) consulted with regional stakeholders and relevant resource agencies that manage ecosystem restoration areas. The CRP includes guiding principles for resilience, preparedness goals, and preparedness 24 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

33 actions for each of four coastal planning areas. The CRP identifies potential adaptation measures for various elements of infrastructure affected by sea level rise. Potential measures include engineering resilience, ecological resilience, and community resilience. The CRP also includes guidance for phasing, cost estimates, and regulatory, resource, or other impacts (e.g., loss of land due to adaptations). Hermosa Beach General Plan Update, LCP, and EIR Michael Baker, as a subconsultant to Raimi + Associates, is leading community engagement, preparation of a LCP update, and a program EIR to support PLAN Hermosa, the City of Hermosa Beach s General Plan update. As part of the LCP update, Michael Baker staff designed, completed, and summarized a beach area survey focused on beach use patterns, level of use, types of visitors, activities, and transportation to and from the beach. Michael Baker led a comprehensive community engagement campaign for this project consisting of formal visioning workshops, an educational workshop series on key policy topics affecting the General Plan and LCP, and a walking workshop to review potential land use and coastal development alternatives. We participated in numerous meetings with Coastal Commission staff to identify key topics and propose strategies to meet Coastal Act requirements and Coastal Commission guidance. Michael Baker prepared PLAN Hermosa goals, policies, and actions addressing key topics such as coastal access, scenic and visual resources, coastal hazards (including sea level rise), coastal priority uses, natural habitat and wildlife, water quality, beach management, and special events. We also prepared numerous revisions to the City s Zoning Ordinance/Local Implementation Plan to address these topics. Michael Baker also prepared goals, policies, and actions for the Safety Element and Sustainability and Conservation Element. Michael Baker is preparing a program EIR for PLAN Hermosa to address all required CEQA topic areas. At the conclusion of the project, Michael Baker will prepare a fully indexed web-based electronic version of PLAN Hermosa. Proposer Qualifications 25

34 Morro Bay Downtown Enhancement Plan In 2010, a Cal Poly City and Regional Planning graduate studio, led by Professors Umut Toker and Chris Clark, developed three specific plan alternatives for the City s historic downtown. Michael Baker team staff members, Chris Read and Eli Krispi, participated in the project and helped lead efforts to assess existing conditions, conduct community outreach, and develop conceptual plans and design standards for downtown enhancement. The project benefited from input from the Morro Bay City Council and Planning Commission, with special project assistance from numerous community members, including current City Council Member Noah Smukler. San Luis Obispo County EnergyWise Plan and Addendum to the Conservation and Open Space Element Program EIR In 2009, the County contracted with Michael Baker to prepare the EnergyWise (Climate Action) Plan for unincorporated San Luis Obispo County. The County s plan relies on the goals, policies, and targets established in the Conservation and Open Space Element (COSE). In addition to GHG reduction work, we partnered with the County, the Local Government Commission, and the GEOS Institute on the preparation of a climate change vulnerability assessment and adaptation workshop series. Michael Baker also conducted an environmental review of the project and prepared an addendum to the programmatic COSE EIR. The adaptation strategies were prepared with extensive stakeholder public outreach tailored to the county s character and needs. The process included a town hall style opening workshop that engaged more than 100 stakeholders, a series of focused stakeholder discussions, an online survey and website, updates, a speaker series, climate change curriculum training for elementary teachers (grades 4 6), updates to community groups and the Planning Commission, fact sheets, an open house workshop, and public hearings. The plan was adopted by the Board of Supervisors in November The plan was recognized by the Association of Environmental Professionals with a 2012 Climate Change Merit Award and by the Central Coast Section of the California Chapter of the American Planning Association with a 2012 Award of Excellence for Innovation in Green Community Planning. 26 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

35 Laguna Woods General Plan Update and Climate Adaptation Plan Michael Baker prepared updates to the City of Laguna Woods General Plan, including Safety and Conservation Elements, in addition to the City s Climate Adaptation Plan. The project together with the local hazard mitigation plan (LHMP) provides the City s resiliency framework. In 2013, Michael Baker staff updated the General Plan Safety Element. Since its adoption in 2002, the Safety Element has become out of date due to recent changes in California Government Code requirements, as well as recent legislation changes pertaining to wildfire, flooding, and earthquake hazards. A key component of this update was the integration with the City s recently adopted LHMP, which provides the basis for assessing risks associated with natural hazards in the city. The city now has an updated set of goals and policy objectives that meet state law requirements and help to protect residents and businesses for the next 20 years. Following the Safety Element, Michael Baker prepared the City s Climate Adaptation Plan in coordination with City staff and regional partners. Laguna Woods has a particularly large population of residents who are older than 65, which was a major component of the vulnerability assessment and guided many of the adaptation measures proposed within the city. Further complicating the analysis was a large portion of the city that is controlled by the homeowners association that oversees the large retirement community located in the city (formerly Leisure World). Development of the adaptation plan involved a robust vulnerability assessment followed by policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, and strategy development. The stakeholder engagement process engaged staff, residents, business owners, and leaders in the community to better understand the issues at hand in the city. The City worked with Michael Baker to apply the California Adaptation Planning Guide to the process. The plan s policy development directly responds to the prioritized list of assets developed during the vulnerability assessment process. Each implementation action includes a metric to track implementation status and action effectiveness. The City Council adopted the Safety Element and Adaptation Plan in Proposer Qualifications 27

36 Elk Grove General Plan Update Michael Baker is leading a comprehensive update of the City of Elk Grove General Plan. Incorporated in 2001, Elk Grove has grown to become the second largest city in Sacramento County. The General Plan update encompasses a number of important community priorities, including economic vitality, continued preservation of the rural area, influencing and responding to regional policy influences, accommodating growth through infill and outward expansion strategies, defining neighborhood and community character, encouraging multimodal and active transportation, and promoting a healthy and sustainable community. The project includes a comprehensive community engagement campaign including a kickoff Citizen Planning Academy, visioning workshops, mobile studio, and interactive web-based activities. A program EIR will be prepared for the General Plan update. Kern County Community Vision Plans Michael Baker prepared six vision plans, one for each of the communities of Oildale, Rosamond, East Bakersfield, Mojave, Boron, and Old Town Tehachapi. While each of these communities is a small-town community in need of revitalization, including basic amenities and streetscape improvements, each community had a unique character and set of challenges to bring to the visioning process. Background research and outreach to project stakeholders served as the first step in the process for these efforts. The project team conducted a two-day charrette-style community workshop in each community, providing the foundation for each of the vision plans. Citizens enthusiastically participated in these workshops, with attendance reaching up to 150 participants at the two-day charrette events. Extensive media outreach was conducted in advance of the meetings, resulting in thorough coverage by multiple media outlets. The workshops included engaging techniques such as mapping exercises, live polling, prioritization activities, preliminary design work, and a walking tour of the downtown with a simultaneous slideshow and live Twitter feed at the venue for those unable to participate in the walk. The final vision plan for each community contains two key components: a vision poster illustrating the key improvements to achieve the community s vision and an implementation matrix outlining both County-led and community-led actions necessary to realize the vision and assigning responsibility. A final community workshop was held at each community to unveil their vision poster and to vet the final vision plan with each community. 28 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

37 Lompoc General Plan Update and EIR Rincon prepared a comprehensive update of the City of Lompoc General Plan. The General Plan update addressed the community s vision for development during the planning horizon, and implemented the programmatic direction of the City s Housing Element at a policy level. The General Plan Land Use Element and Circulation Element updates focused on the implementation of programs from the Housing Element update to satisfy state affordable housing standards and on the potential physical expansion of the city in four locations. A Program EIR is being prepared to evaluate the intensification of residential development in the city as a result of implementation of these programs. Following completion of the Land Use Element, Circulation Element, and Housing Element updates and Program EIR, Rincon will update the remaining General Plan Elements, including Conservation and Open Space, Noise, Safety, Parks and Recreation, Public Services, and Urban Design, and prepare a Supplemental EIR. Shandon Area Community Plan Update EIR Rincon provided environmental support to the County of San Luis Obispo for preparation of an EIR for a proposed comprehensive update of the Community Plan for the Shandon Urban Area of the Shandon-Carrizo Area Plan. The Community Plan update would expand the existing Urban Reserve Line (URL, a 20-year growth boundary) and amend land use categories within the existing and expanded URL, thereby creating a framework for the community of approximately 1,200 residents to grow to a maximum population of approximately 9,400. The proposed Community Plan update would also accommodate substantial commercial and industrial growth, schools, and parks, which are summarized below. The project consisted of two primary components: 1) known development applications, some of which may ultimately be framed within Specific Plans; and 2) buildout of the entire Shandon Community Plan area. Three major development applications outside the existing URL have driven the need for the Community Plan update; together, these areas comprise 1,258 acres. When combined with the area within the existing URL, the entire study area includes 2,072 acres. Coastal Planning Monterey Local Coastal Program Implementation Plan Michael Baker assisted City staff in preparing the implementation plan for three of the City s five coastal segments. The implementation plan is a geographically focused zoning document for those areas of the city in the coastal zone, which enables permit authority for development in the coastal zone. Proposer Qualifications 29

38 Seaside Local Coastal Program Update Between 2008 and 2013, Michael Baker updated the City of Seaside s 1983 LCP document. The update integrates the LCP by combining the City s policies and development standards that had been segmented throughout its planning documents. The update served to advance the planning goals of the City, address community needs, and provide compliance with state law and the Coastal Act. Key City planning goals addressed by the update included improving community connectivity via the Monterey Bay coastal bikeway/pedestrian trail, which accommodates an estimated 2 million users annually, and the preservation of the renowned scenic views of the Pacific Ocean viewable from the City s segment of the trail. The update also incorporated key sea level rise adaptation, wetland conservation, and habitat restoration policies. In addition to updating the 1983 LCP document and associated Coastal Implementation Plan (zoning document), Michael Baker also completed the associated environmental review for the update. The LCP was unanimously approved by the Coastal Commission in December Sand City Local Coastal Program Update and Contract Staffing Assistance Michael Baker has been providing ongoing contract staffing services to Sand City since the late 1990s. As part of those services, our staff has prepared a number of LCP amendments and processed several coastal development permits through the Coastal Commission. Specific projects have included LCP amendments to redesignate areas in the Coastal Zone and coastal development permits allowing for the construction of the Regional Bike Trail, installation of new water lines, dune enhancement activities in coordination with state and regional parks, the review and processing of large coastal resort projects (the Sterling Project and the Monterey Bay Shores Project), and the processing of a regional shopping center (Edgewater Center). Michael Baker, as an extension of staff, prepared and processed three coastal planning efforts in the sensitive sand dune areas near Highway 1 north of Monterey: North of Tioga Specific Plan, East Dunes Specific Plan, and South of Tioga Coastal Area Plan. Our staff prepared the specific plan documents and environmental compliance documentation and performed other day-to-day tasks in support of the planning director. Michael Baker also prepared the successful grant application for the city s recently permitted seawater desalination plant. Ongoing contact with local Coastal Commission staff and interpretation of LCP and Coastal Act policies has been required for these assignments. 30 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

39 San Dieguito Lagoon Restoration M&N is assisting Dokken Engineering to prepare a feasibility study for wetland restoration on 50 acres of existing uplands at a site called W-19. The project is intended to provide future mitigation area for Caltrans, Southern California Edison (SCE), and potentially other parties. The habitat will consist of salt marsh, brackish marsh, and all associated habitat types. M&N is performing numerical modeling of tides (with RMA) and storm flows (with AdH). Analyses quantify tidal hydrology, high water levels, and erosion and sediment transport during storm flows. The project is intended to provide for fully functioning marsh ecosystem without modifying sediment transport to the ocean. The models provide useful tools for Del Mar to assess potential flooding from the San Dieguito River from combined high water levels during sea level rise. Flood scenarios from the river can be tested with the model. Also, the model can assess implications of sea level to habitats within the SCE wetland mitigation area if needed. This specific task has already been initiated as part of this W-19 project. San Diego Regional Sea Level Rise Assessment The 60 mile San Diego segment of the Los Angeles to San Diego (LOSSAN) rail corridor extends from the Orange County line and passes over six lagoons, Camp Pendleton, and the cities of Oceanside, Carlsbad, Encinitas, Solana Beach, and Del Mar before coming to its final destination in downtown San Diego. Along with its companion the I 5 freeway, the LOSSAN corridor plays a critical role in the movement of people and goods within the region s North Coast. The North Coast Corridor Project involves replacing multiple bridges along the I 5 freeway and LOSSAN rail corridor. The Coastal Commission has stipulated that sea level rise planning must be incorporated into the project as part of a Public Works Plan. Caltrans will design the freeway bridges and SANDAG will design the railroad bridges; both will share the responsibility of planning for sea level rise. M&N prepared the San Diego Regional Coastal Sea Level Rise Analysis as the basis for sea level rise planning and infrastructure design along these transportation corridors; this analysis was integral to the Public Works Plan. M&N reviewed existing sea level rise estimates and identified the design criteria of various public agencies that may provide funding. Based on this information, M&N developed guidelines for bridge design to provide adequate freeboard under combined high water within these corridors through year 2100, including high water caused by sea level, tides, storms, and tsunamis. The study provides specific sea level rise recommendations for year 2100 and adaptation strategies for bridge design in the future. M&N recommended elevating infrastructure to meet high end estimates of combined high water if possible, and/or incorporating adaptation strategies into future projects if these higher elevations were not able to be realized. Proposer Qualifications 31

40 Zoning Goleta Zoning Ordinance and LCP Update RRM is working with the City of Goleta to create a new Zoning Ordinance to implement General Plan policies and the LCP, replacing the Santa Barbara County Zoning Ordinance that the City has been using since it was incorporated in The inherited ordinance does not reflect best zoning and planning practices that are appropriate for a growing city, and it is not effective in implementing the land use and design goals in Goleta s General Plan and other City policies. The purpose of the new Zoning Ordinance is to create an innovative, integrated code that shapes future growth according to the community s vision, is clear and easy to use, and provides objective, standards, and criteria for use in the development review and permitting process that will result in high quality development. RRM is also assisting the City in the preparation of its first LCP, consisting of coastal policies and new implementing ordinances. The Goleta LCP is one of the first LCPs to incorporate new Coastal Commission guidance for analyzing and addressing sea level rise. The project began with a Coastal Act consistency analysis and technical studies related to sea level rise, water and wastewater capacity assessment, and shoreline structure analysis. Consultation with Coastal Commission staff is continuing throughout the project. Santa Barbara New Zoning Ordinance In partnership with Dyett & Bhatia, Urban and Regional Planners, RRM is leading a comprehensive update of the City of Santa Barbara s Zoning Ordinance. The Santa Barbara New Zoning Ordinance (NZO) effort was initiated to update Santa Barbara s regulation of land use and development included in the Zoning Ordinance, bringing it up to date to reflect best practices and make the ordinance easier to use and understand by all users. The effort includes updates to the zoning districts located in the Coastal Zone, administrative provisions for Coastal Development Permits and LCP updates, and Coastal Zone Overlay District regulations. Specific objectives of the project are to craft a new Zoning Ordinance that: Is consistent with and implements the General Plan; Is modern and reflects the City s current uses, practices, and development patterns; Provides clear decision-making protocols and streamlined review processes, where appropriate; Addresses previously created nonconforming situations and brings them into compliance to the extent feasible; Promotes adaptive reuse of properties; and Is clear, concise, understandable, and easy to use. 32 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

41 Plan Princeton: San Mateo County Zoning, General Plan, and LCP Update Prior to her employment with RRM, Martha Miller served as principal-in-charge and project manager for the Plan Princeton project, an effort to update the General Plan, Zoning Regulations, and LCP for the unincorporated area of Princeton in San Mateo County. Princeton is home to one of the few working waterfronts remaining on California s Central Coast that support fishing, boating, and marine-related enterprise, and has an abundance of natural and cultural resources that make it a destination for coastal recreation. The effort included a detailed study of existing conditions, development of plan alternatives and a preferred plan, and draft Local Coastal Plan and Implementation Program amendments. Sustainability/Climate Change Planning City of San Mateo Climate Action Plan Michael Baker prepared a Climate Action Plan for the City, drawing on a robust engagement and advisory committee process. We consolidated an expansive local history of sustainability initiatives to prepare the new Climate Action Plan for the community. To create a new long-term climate strategy that builds on historic City leadership, the Climate Action Plan consolidated and updated the City s Qualified GHG Reduction Program and Sustainable Initiatives Plan while providing a new ambitious trajectory for sustained reductions in GHG emissions. Michael Baker initially worked with the City on the preparation and adoption of the Qualified GHG Reduction Program as part of the General Plan Update EIR in Using the foundation of multiple historic GHG inventories and forecasts for the city, we updated existing inventories for both 2005 and 2010, including peer review and confirmation of the City s 2005 baseline. We also developed GHG emissions forecasts for 2020 and 2030, developed and quantified reduction measures, and prepared implementation tools. The Climate Action Plan project also included a General Plan Amendment for Climate Action Plan consistency and an Addendum to the General Plan EIR. As a result, the Climate Action Plan now provides project-level streamlining and a strategic plan that addresses climate change and sustainability initiatives in the city, serving as a clearinghouse for climate mitigation work. To support Climate Action Plan development, Michael Baker facilitated a broad public engagement process. Engagement involved City staff, advisory groups, and the general public through a multipart outreach strategy. Outreach included facilitation of interdepartmental meetings with City staff that served as technical advisory group meetings. Meetings with City staff served to confirm existing activities, vet potential strategies, and refine recommendations. Michael Baker developed meeting materials and tools to support discussion at these meetings, such as matrices to analyze activities and tools to collect data on existing accomplishments. Throughout the duration of the project, we presented or supported City staff at 13 meetings of advisory and decision-making bodies, including seven meetings of the Sustainability Commission. To engage the community and broader public, Michael Baker conducted community Proposer Qualifications 33

42 outreach through several pop-up workshops at concerts in the park, an online town hall event, a community workshop, and public hearings. From these events, the project team identified community priorities and sought to build capacity for near-term initiatives. A key task of Climate Action Plan preparation was review of the City s existing accomplishments. Working closely with City staff, we analyzed progress to date and developed a local adjustment to the business-as-usual forecast. This method allows the City to capture the beneficial impact of its early and ongoing efforts, demonstrating the significant progress the City has already achieved toward its GHG reduction targets. As part of the Climate Action Plan, Michael Baker also prepared an implementation program and Excel-based monitoring and reporting tool. The monitoring tool is an easy-to-use tool that allows City staff to track measure implementation and overall progress toward GHG reduction targets. We also prepared a development checklist, which identifies project-level criteria for incorporation into new development. The checklist is just one example of the new methods created by the Climate Action Plan to equip developers, homeowners, and the community for attainment of ambitious Climate Action Plan targets. Santa Barbara County Energy and Climate Action Plan Michael Baker provided technical assistance to Santa Barbara County in the preparation of its Energy and Climate Action Plan (ECAP). Our climate action efforts included a peer review and updates to the existing community-wide GHG emissions inventory, identification of appropriate GHG reduction targets, and quantification of policies to reduce GHG emissions. GHG inventory and forecast update efforts included revisions to the analysis of energy use in the county to reflect the three different utility providers and to appropriately account for the large energy users that are outside of the County s jurisdictional control, including a university, air force base, and offshore oil drilling facilities. Michael Baker has worked with the County to present multiple GHG reduction targets and show the GHG reduction impact that each measure would have under a voluntary, phased, or mandatory approach, allowing the County s decision-makers to decide where their efforts can be more progressive and where they can rely on voluntary approaches. Our support to the County also includes the development of several customized Excel-based tools to support future staff efforts in conducting a feasibility analysis of implementing each measure, analyzing project consistency with the ECAP, and monitoring and reporting to allow the County to evaluate progress in the future as the ECAP is implemented. 34 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

43 San Mateo County Energy Efficiency Climate Action Plan, Vulnerability Assessment, General Plan Update, and EIR Michael Baker prepared an Energy Efficiency Climate Action Plan (EECAP) and implementation program for unincorporated San Mateo County. We completed a GHG emissions inventory and developed and implemented the EECAP through subsequent General Plan and Zoning Code updates. The inventory assessed all sectors required by the Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) CEQA Guidelines, allowing the EECAP to serve as a qualified GHG reduction strategy. The EECAP integrates and build on two studies Michael Baker created with its partners. Michael Baker worked with ICLEI-USA to develop a Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment and Adaptation Plan specific to unincorporated San Mateo County, and with DNV KEMA to develop an Energy Efficiency Strategy that identifies strategic energy planning opportunities throughout the county. These reports, combined with technical analysis prepared by Michael Baker and the team s transportation planning partner Fehr & Peers, informed development of the EECAP. We collaborated with staff to prepare General Plan and Zoning Code updates. An implementation plan and a monitoring and tracking program positioned the County to achieve EECAP goals. Throughout the project, Michael Baker managed an extensive public outreach campaign consisting of website outreach, a technical advisory group, a steering committee, an adaptation stakeholder workshop, two public workshops, and public hearings. City of San Luis Obispo Climate Action Plan The City of San Luis Obispo retained Michael Baker to peer review and prepare updates to the community and municipal GHG emissions inventory and to provide technical assistance to complete updates to the Climate Action Plan initially prepared by the Cal Poly (SLO) City and Regional Planning Senior Community Planning Studio in Our assistance to the City included a peer review and update to the business-as-usual and adjusted business-as-usual forecasts of the city s community-wide and municipal GHG emissions based on a preferred growth scenario and facility master plan, and identification of an achievable GHG reduction goal of at least 15 percent below 2005 baseline emissions levels by The scope of the assistance also included updates to reduction measures and quantification of the City s GHG reduction measures and existing GHG reduction efforts based on program results, peer-reviewed research, and best practices. The City Council adopted the Climate Action Plan in July Proposer Qualifications 35

44 Sunnyvale Climate Action Plan and Land Use and Transportation Element Update Michael Baker is working with the City to develop a Climate Action Plan, Land Use and Transportation Element (LUTE), and EIR. The documents tiered off of the existing 1997 LUTE as well as subsequently adopted specific plans, major rezoning actions, other studies, and related environmental documents. The Climate Action Plan incorporated related existing Sunnyvale codes and policies that aid in reduction of GHG emissions as well as proposed new policies needed to meet required reduction goals. The LUTE identifies areas within Sunnyvale that will either be preserved, conserved, enhanced, or transformed in coming years under proposed land use and circulation policies. Proposed policies emphasize creation of mixed-use village centers and complete streets transportation concepts. The EIR will be analyzing the impacts of all policies and programs pursuant to CEQA, and the Climate Action Plan, LUTE, and EIR together will serve as programmatic tiering documents for subsequent projects. Along with all three efforts, Michael Baker is conducting an extensive public outreach and engagement effort. Benicia Vulnerability Assessment and Adaptation Plan Under a project funded by a Climate Ready Grant from the California State Coastal Conservancy, the City of Benicia initiated development of a plan to address climate change. The plan was modeled after the San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission s Adapting to Rising Tides vulnerability and adaptation model, which emphasizes stakeholder involvement. Stakeholder engagement was coordinated through a technical advisory committee composed of local, regional, and state public agencies that own, operate, or otherwise contribute to the planning and funding of infrastructure and natural habitats in Benicia; and a community advisory group composed of members of the public with a vested interest in the project such as homeowners, business owners, community group representatives, and City commissioners. 36 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

45 Project phases included an initial vulnerability assessment of City assets, followed by implementation of a climate change adaptation plan. The goal of the vulnerability assessment was to identify climate change-related stressors, and determine how climate-related risks would affect shoreline and community infrastructure such as watersheds, shoreline parks and trails, the Port of Benicia, wastewater treatment plant, and the industrial park. The results of the assessment supported creation of an adaptation/mitigation plan for risks identified along the City's 15-mile shoreline. Additionally, the information gathered was leveraged for aspects of future stormwater management, open space utilization, recreational use of parks and trails, and local hazard mitigation of future climate change impacts. As a subconsultant to ICF International, M&N provided input on selection of climate scenarios, refinement of the project area, selection of sectors and assets to evaluate for vulnerability, and appropriate resilience goals for the project. M&N assisted in developing and proposing adaptive measures to enhance the resiliency of the sectors and assets studied in the vulnerability and risk assessment with concentration on the coastal and fluvial measures. Mono County Resource Efficiency Plan In 2012, Mono County used funding from a Sustainable Communities Planning Grant from the California Strategic Growth Council to prepare a Resource Efficiency Plan (REP) as part of a targeted update to the County s General Plan. The REP included preparation of 2005 and 2010 emissions inventories for both community-wide and governmental activities as a baseline to create a path toward creating more sustainable, healthy, and livable communities in rural Mono County. The County sought to develop a locally based sustainability approach that would maximize the efficient use of resources and reduce GHG emissions within its communities and from government operations. The REP outlines policies and actions aimed at reducing GHG emissions and providing energy, fuel, water, and monetary savings while improving quality of life for residents and visitors in the county. Michael Baker assisted the County with identifying co-benefits of the programs and actions to be incorporated in the Mono County General Plan that align with local and state development and conservation priorities. The REP proposes approximately 120 actions relevant to the distinctive rural characteristics of the county, the local economy, and the unique demographics characterized by a large seasonal visitor population, large areas of state and federal land ownership, and small residential enclaves distributed across large areas. Most best-practice strategies to reduce GHG emissions apply primarily to urban environments. Therefore, the County made specific efforts to develop innovative measures and actions applicable to a rural, visitor-serving, and resource-rich environment. These measures and actions focus both on achieving local emissions reductions and making meaningful contributions to statewide renewable energy goals. Proposer Qualifications 37

46 Actions include implementing net-zero energy policies for County facilities; focusing development within existing communities to minimize land disturbance; and creating strategic opportunities for residents, businesses, and visitors to improve resource efficiency. The actions outlined in the REP are estimated to achieve a 10 percent reduction below 2005 emissions levels by 2020, plus annual savings of 100 million gallons of water, over 30 million kilowatt-hours of electricity, and close to 10 million vehicle miles traveled. To measure progress toward the plan s proposed goals, the REP includes an implementation and monitoring tool that allows the County to track and report improved resource efficiency. Morro Bay Climate Action Plan The San Luis Obispo County Air Pollution Control District (APCD) selected Rincon to lead the preparation of a regional Climate Action Plan for the APCD and individual programmatic Climate Action Plans for six of its cities (Arroyo Grande, Atascadero, Grover Beach, Morro Bay, Paso Robles, and Pismo Beach). The project includes the following major components: 1) baseline GHG emissions inventories and forecasts updates for each of the six cities and the region; 2) state and local policy review and gap analysis; 3) GHG reduction target refinement; 4) GHG reduction measure evaluation toolbox; 5) regional public engagement program, workshops, and stakeholder meetings; and 6) six city Climate Action Plans and one regional Climate Action Plan, including implementation and monitoring plans, and CEQA compliance checklists. Rincon also prepared an IS-MND template that was adapted by each of the six cities to evaluate the environmental impacts of their individual plans. Additional/Local Experience City of Morro Bay Contract Planning Services Michael Baker has maintained an open on-call contract planning services contract with Morro Bay since Michael Baker provided the City with an associate-level contract staff planner during the City s recruitment period for regular full-time associate and senior-level planners in and in Services include the review and processing of development applications, staff report preparation, counter assistance, ordinance review and modification, code enforcement, training of new staff, preparation of grant applications, and related activities. Michael Baker planner Jaime Hill provided on-site temporary planning services to the City for approximately four months and continued with off-site on-call planning assistance. She managed two infrastructure projects for the City, including management of other outside consultants and amendment of the LCP for implementation of several Housing Element programs. Tammy Seale is the project director. 38 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

47 Through our on-call planning services with the City of Morro Bay, the Michael Baker team has supported City staff with the identification and pursuit of grant funds to support planning efforts consistent with the City Council s goals and priorities. We prepared four grant applications submitted to the Strategic Growth Council, Coastal Commission, Coastal Conservancy, and Ocean Protection Council in support of the General Plan and LCP update and to update and integrate efforts of related and recent planning activities, such as the Climate Action Plan and to address sea level guidance from the Coastal Commission. Preparation of each application involved collaboration with senior City staff, Coastal Commission staff, and community partners to identify project goals, key issues, a work program, and a budget for the project. We are pleased that the City is a recipient of grant funds from the Coastal Commission to begin climate adaptation studies that would be part of an updated LCP. Morro Bay Housing Element Update Michael Baker prepared the City of Morro Bay s 4th and 5th cycle Housing Elements. The document included updated demographic information, analysis of constraints to housing development, land available for residential development, and updated goals, policies, programs, and quantified objectives based on changes in state law and evaluation of the previous cycle Housing Element. The Housing Element update was prepared within the regulatory and policy constraints of the city s location completely within the Coastal Zone. The 5th cycle Housing Element update included a stakeholder roundtable meeting, public workshop, and several meetings with the Planning Commission. The 4th cycle Housing Element was certified in 2009 and the 5th cycle Housing Element was adopted in June 2014 (certified in October 2014). City of San Luis Obispo Various Projects CCTC has conducted numerous projects in the City of San Luis Obispo, many under an on-call contract held since CCTC staff has managed the transportation studies for the Orcutt Area Specific Plan EIR, Chevron Tank Farm EIR, Avila Ranch Specific Plan, and Chinatown Mixed-Use Project EIR projects. CCTC acted as an extension of City staff as a contract employee on the Circulation Element and Bicycle Transportation Plan updates. Other on-call projects include traffic modeling support, peer review of traffic studies, railroad square parking study, and access management guidelines, among others. Mr. Fernandez has managed these projects since City of Paso Robles Various Projects CCTC staff has prepared numerous studies for projects in Paso Robles. Mr. Fernandez served as the project manager for the City s Circulation Element update which included the development of a citywide travel demand model. CCTC has applied the updated Circulation Element s policies to studies of multiple development projects, and is currently engaged with the City of Paso Robles in applying its travel demand model for land use planning and evaluating potential impacts of new developments. Proposer Qualifications 39

48 References The following table presents references for similar engagements during the last three years. The full project descriptions are provided in this section to illustrate how the team has provided services and products similar to those outlined in the RFP. These references will speak to our ability to deliver outstanding services, and we encourage City staff to reach out to these jurisdictions. Relevant Project Contact address Phone Sunnyvale CAP and Land Use and Transportation Element Huntington Beach General Plan Update, Sustainability Action Plan, and EIR San Luis Obispo County Hermosa Beach General Plan Update Community Engagement, LCP, and EIR Morro Bay Climate Action Plan Lompoc General Plan Update and EIR Shandon Area Community Plan Update EIR Goleta Zoning Ordinance and LCP Update Santa Barbara New Zoning Ordinance City of San Luis Obispo Various Projects City of Paso Robles Various Projects Michael Baker International Trudi Ryan, Community Development Director Jennifer Villasenor, Planning Manager James Caruso, Senior Planner Ken Robertson, Community Development Director Rincon Consultants Rick Sauerwien, PE, Engineering/Capital Projects Manager Lucille Breese, Planning Manager Jay Johnson, Senior Planner, Department of Planning and Building RRM Design Group Chandra Slaven, Senior Planner Danny Kato, Zoning and Enforcement Supervisor Central California Transportation Consulting Jake Hudson, Transportation Manager John Falkenstien, City Engineer (408) (714) (805) (310) (805) (805) (805) (805) (805) (805) (805) Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

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51 Work Plan This section provides the Michael Baker team s understanding, approach, and work program for the proposed General Plan and Local Coastal Program (LCP) Update (Update). Our understanding, approach, and work program are based on City s expectations as presented in the RFP and our collaboration with City staff, City Council, Planning Commission, and other stakeholders to prepare the Plan for the Plan or draft work program for the Update. The work plan presents our proposed approach to the Update, including a summary of all tasks. The proposed schedule is presented following the work plan to ensure successful achievement of the project objectives. Project Understanding The City of Morro Bay intends to update its General Plan and LCP, preferably combining the two documents into a single-user friendly document. As noted in the RFP, the City s General Plan and LCP exist as the community s statement of its base values and as a shared vision for its future growth and development. It is intended to express how citizens of Morro Bay view the community both now and in the future, and, most importantly, how the community intends to address current and future planning and development issues. We understand that the City intends to hire a consultant to lead preparation of the General Plan/LCP Update according to California state law and legal guidelines during a two-year period from contract execution. All elements of the General Plan, with the exception of the Housing Element, will require a comprehensive update as will the various Work Plan 41

52 chapters of the LCP. The consultant will coordinate with City staff and the General Plan Advisory Committee throughout plan development. The City Council affirmed its commitment to the Update, including commitment of City resources to complete the Update by December Project Approach In order to deliver a user-friendly Update reflective of the community s values and vision and which meets the key objectives of the project, the Michael Baker team focused on assembling a dedicated project team with relevant, multidisciplinary, and local experience with significant involvement by local personnel and senior level staff, including the project director and firm principals. Our familiarity with Morro Bay and the Central Coast is complemented by our depth in experience with General Plan, LCP, and Zoning Ordinance updates, community engagement and outreach, and plans and programs to support community sustainability and resiliency. Sustainability and Resiliency The story of Morro Bay is one of resiliency in the face of new challenges. For many years, the economy and identity of the city depended on resource extraction and consumption. As Morro Bay positions itself for the future, it still honors the past, but through sustainable practices. For example, although commercial fisheries may have collapsed in the past, they are reemerging, thanks in part to sustainable fishery management. Similarly, although the Dynegy power plant lays dormant, the City has clean, sustainable energy plans in the works, bringing economic, community, and environmental benefits. Whereas past generations succeeded by taking advantage of resources in the city, the city s economically and socially bright future will stem from its ability to manage resources, be they economic or natural, through sustainable, long-term strategies outlined in the Update. During our collaboration with the City to prepare the initial work program for the Update, we heard from stakeholders that economic vitality, land use, sustainability, and environmental protection and conservation would be key issues for the Update. As our project team reflected more on the issues and unique characteristics of Morro Bay s past and present development, we identified a project approach for the City s consideration that emphasizes economic, community, and environmental sustainability and resiliency as an integrating theme for the planning process and plan content. This approach enhances the traditional comprehensive planning process and is consistent with the proposed update to the OPR General Plan Guidelines, which emphasize designing resilient, equitable, healthy, resource efficient, and economically vibrant places. 42 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

53 Sustainability is a long-term goal that guides our day-today activities and decision-making about use of land and natural resources to meet our social and economic needs. A sustainable community will manage its financial, social, and natural resources to meet current and future needs adequately and equitably. It is economically, environmentally, and socially healthy and resilient to chronic stresses and acute shocks. Unexpected natural and man-made disasters can disrupt our economic and community well-being, requiring immediate response. Additionally, chronic changes, such as sea level rise, require strategic short and long-term decision-making to adapt to shifting conditions. The City has a long history of working to protect valuable environmental resources, and residents continue to show strong commitment toward making Morro Bay a sustainable and resilient place to live, work, and play. The City continues to work with partners to improve the health of the estuary. The City has an adopted climate action plan and has sought out and secured grant funding from both the Ocean Protection Council and the California Coastal Commission to assess exposure to sea level rise and update the LCP. As local elected officials have noted, sustainability must go beyond protecting environmental resources to ensure Morro Bay is poised to thrive socially and economically over the long term in the face of greater or more frequent hazards. A successful Update will document and support the City s commitments to integrate solutions, taking a long-term and comprehensive perspective that keeps the present and future in focus, ensuring long-term economic prosperity, engaging citizens, striving for excellence in leadership and governance, engaging public and private partners for support, and providing a safe, equitable, healthy, beautiful, and desirable place to live, work, play, and visit. A sustainability and resiliency approach to the Update is aligned with the six components of the work program, and provides an integrated, cost-effective, and pragmatic approach to resource decisions and capital investments that supports balanced community development, economic growth, and robust natural, social, and economic systems which can adapt to changing conditions without major disruption to function, structure, and identity. The approach relies on a comprehensive community baseline assessment that will equip the consultant, staff, General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC), and community team to develop meaningful goals, policies, and implementation programs aligned with community values and vision. Work Plan 43

54 Issues During preparation of the Plan for the Plan (the General Plan/LCP work program), Michael Baker facilitated a workshop attended by City staff, City Council members, planning commissioners, and interested stakeholders to identify key issues for the community and the Update and to discuss the approach to the Update. Key issues identified by the City and consultant team were separated into two categories: 1) issues for the process and 2) issues for the General Plan, LCP, and Zoning Ordinance Update that describe the City s desired outcomes for the project, which are listed and summarized below. Issues for the Process Engaged and Active Community Grant Funding Opportunities and Management Plan Accessibility and Usability Direct, Rapid, and Flexible Update Process Issues for the Plan Sustainability and Resiliency Brownfield Development Working Waterfront and Commercial Fisheries Circulation System and Infrastructure Investments Distinct and Compatible Neighborhoods and Districts Economic Vitality Changing Coastal Conditions Natural Resources and Amenities Local Coastal Program and Coastal Commission Coordination Issues for the Process Engaged and Active Community Morro Bay has a distinct opportunity to engage a significant percentage of the population in the effort to update the General Plan. The community is home to many engaged citizens who are invested in the future of their community, and many residents who are invested in their community but have yet to engage in any planning process. The challenge to this project team will be providing the community with the right opportunities to share their input. Engagement occurs not only when people care about the outcomes, but when there are accessible, welcoming ways to engage. The use of the recent CityVoice survey tool is an example of this, where the accessibility of engagement for all residents motivated 44 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

55 participation from those who had never before engaged with local government. Our approach to community engagement will expand upon this survey success with neighborhood-based outreach meetings, and meetings with community organizations, business owners, community service providers, and others to encourage participation in all aspects of General Plan development. We will work with Code for America to bring subsequent rounds of CityVoice surveys to Morro Bay, to help answer big questions as we move through plan development. The community engagement program will be capped by the GPAC, which will serve as a liaison between the community and policy makers, ensuring that the community needs and desires expressed as part of the community engagement process are addressed in the General Plan. Additionally, the GPAC will play an important role in promoting and encouraging engagement, helping spread the word about the importance of the project from resident to resident. Plan Accessibility and Usability Accessibility and convenience are not only important for public participation. The current plans are bulky and cumbersome to navigate by all users. In addition to outdated content, the combined plans are pages and cannot be easily cross navigated to support decision making. The General Plan, LCP, and Zoning Code are reviewed regularly by decision makers (staff, City Council, Planning Commission), developers, review agencies, business owners, and residents, and all have expressed frustration with outdated content, format, and style. The final documents should consider a layout and style that prioritizes readability and access for all users. A plan that is not usable will not be successfully implemented. Our approach to the plan, focusing on the identification of needs, risks, and solutions, makes the format and layout of the plan more meaningful to residents. We ve worked behind the counter at the City of Morro Bay and other municipalities and understand the importance of documents that prioritize readability and accessibility in format and style, with graphics, clear and concise wording, and crossreferencing and checklists or navigation menus as minimum features. Additionally, our team understands the increasing need for our governing documents to be available online anywhere at anytime. We will work with staff, the GPAC, and City Council to identify the most appropriate option for an online or digital General Plan, within the City s resources. Work Plan 45

56 Grant Funding Opportunities and Management The City has been awarded two grants related to this project: 1) a $250,000 Ocean Protection Council grant to identify Morro Bay s vulnerability to sea level rise and 2) a $147,000 Coastal Commission grant to support the LCP Update. Michael Baker project staff authored the successful Ocean Protection Council grant, as well as the first draft of the successful LCP grant. Staff on the Michael Baker team is also currently involved with implementing and reporting to the Coastal Commission for similar projects in California. The Michael Baker team will use this intimate knowledge of the grant programs, grant applications, and grant reporting process to maximize the benefit of these grants by ensuring their supporting work products are strategically developed to be useful across multiple parts of the project and coordinated with the timing limitations of these grant funding sources. The Michael Baker team has additional experience administering complex grants and will work with the City and the Ocean Protection Council and Coastal Commission to successfully administer the grants through the life of the project. We will assist in all phases of grant administration including monitoring to ensure billed activities are consistent with grant guidelines, preparing and submitting required financial and progress reports on behalf of the City to the granting agency, and leading the City through the grant closeout process. Additionally, the City has been competitive in large general plan grant opportunities but has yet to be awarded the funding necessary to comprehensively update the General Plan. The City expects that embarking on the initial phases of this work plan will make Morro Bay more competitive in future grant processes. While using existing internal and grant resources to initiate the first phases of the work program, the City anticipates applying for funding for additional grant resources to support later phases. The Michael Baker team developed the work plan to finish on time with existing funds, but in a way that is flexible enough to leverage interim accomplishments to support grant applications for funding opportunities as they arise. Direct, Rapid, and Flexible Update Process Since preparation of the initial work program for the Update, the City has dedicated funds to supplement grant funding, which will allow for the Update to proceed with minimal, if any, financial constraints. The initial project schedule assumed a 36-month schedule and a phasing approach to allow for discrete deliverables in response to limited funding. Since the City has confirmed the minimum budget for the Update, Michael Baker modified the work program to provide an efficient, cost-effective, and rapid plan development process. Currently, the City s project schedule is constrained by funding and staffing. The process maintains the City s goal to be direct and efficient while also being flexible enough to incorporate grant funding opportunities as they arise. 46 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

57 Issues for the General Plan, LCP, and Zoning Ordinance While fulfilling statutory requirements of both California general plan law and the California Coastal Act, the City seeks to take an issue-based approach to the project. The following paragraphs describe key issues the General Plan, LCP, and Zoning Ordinance should address, as identified by staff and community decision-makers during a plan visioning session held on December 2, These issues shape the work plan and serve as a starting point for the Project Management and Community Engagement components of the project. Economic Vitality Economic vitality is the foremost priority for the project. The City has endured several economic transformations since adopting the existing General Plan in The City has experienced the decline and rebuild of its commercial fishing industry, the loss of jobs at the Dynegy power plant, and the rise of tourism as a primary economic driver. Morro Bay has the social capital and physical infrastructure necessary to achieve substantial economic growth that provides headof-household jobs while also maintaining a robust tourist economy and enduring working-class legacy. The City has already displayed a commitment to economic vitality by developing the Local Economic Action Plan (LEAP), which it intends to implement through the Morro Bay Economic Development Strategic Plan (EDSP). The LEAP is the product of more than 100 business and community leaders participating in two workshops and numerous action team meetings and its initiatives and key steps represent the current desires of the City and the business community. The Michael Baker team will leverage the LEAP findings to develop a General Plan that strongly enhances the City s economic vitality through expanding the tourism base and diversifying to other industries, including technology. The Michael Baker team also intends to work with the consultants selected for the EDSP since research and analysis, such as population and jobs projections, as well as the economic development potential of different land use alternatives should be consistent between the General Plan and the EDSP. Brownfield Development Two major brownfield sites, the recently decommissioned Dynegy power plant and the City s existing wastewater treatment plant, along the City s waterfront will cease operations and offer the City an opportunity to transition from historical industrial land uses during the planning horizon for the Update. Work Plan 47

58 Each site contains numerous challenges but presents considerable development opportunities. Potential challenges include expensive environmental cleanup and building demolition, and potential disagreement within the community about the range of possible future uses. Opportunities include the ability to add transportation connections; access to natural gas, electricity, water, and communications transmission lines; highly marketable waterfront locations; and wide-ranging economic development potential. The two brownfield sites feature prominently in the City s 2015 LEAP. The Michael Baker team will work within the LEAP direction to examine opportunities for re-use of power plant and sewage treatment plant when those spaces become available. The Michael Baker team will help the City and the Power Plan Redevelopment Subcommittee consider multiple alternative uses for each site relative to City goals and priorities and will establish conditions under which each site could be developed to maximize community benefits and public and stakeholder support. Changing Coastal Conditions The City of Morro Bay s commitment to coastal sustainability and resilience is paramount for the City s future. Its iconic coastal setting and precious environmental resources require careful planning with extensive foresight. Fortunately, the state of California provides the critical policy framework and economic support to guide coastal cities toward a more sustainable and resilient future. In the recently adopted California Coastal Commission Sea Level Rise Policy Guidance (May 2015), the following fundamental guiding principles will form the roadmap for the LCP updates: Use science to guide decisions. Minimize coastal hazards through planning and development standards. Maximize protection of public access, recreation, and sensitive coastal resources. Maximize agency coordination and public participation. The Michael Baker team will use the best science to plan better for existing and future hazards associated with climate change and sea level rise. Update planning and development standards will allow the City to adapt to the future with a no-regrets approach such that the City can face future challenges with more resilience. 48 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

59 Why is this important? The City s close relationship with the coast is a blessing, but not without economic and social implications of proper stewardship. Examples of this include the following: Morro Bay Harbor is vital to the City s economic well-being, provides great environmental benefit, and is a great recreational and public access resource. Ongoing harbor sedimentation requires dedicated federal and local funding to maintain navigation and the ecological health of the Morro Bay Estuary. The harbor is designated as a Critical Harbor of Refuge for the region, placing great value on maintaining harbor navigation. Sea level rise and projections of increasing storm intensity and frequency will increase vulnerabilities of shoreline and bluff-backed areas, and the sandspit. The working waterfront with Morro Bay Harbor is relatively low, as is typical of smallcraft harbors, and economics associated with infrastructure upgrades can be challenging. Our team brings to the City an integrated approach to these existing and future challenges. Working Waterfront and Commercial Fisheries Morro Bay has a proud working waterfront and commercial fishing history. The industry is seeing a pronounced comeback and continues to support the local economy. Because Morro Bay has one of the last working waterfronts in the state, the City is committed to protecting this important cultural and economic asset. Morro Bay has a rich fishing history despite incremental increasing of fishery regulations, foreign competition, aging workforce, and loss of infrastructure on the waterfront. Being located on the Central Coast of California, Morro Bay possesses a great diversity in commercial fishery landings when compared to other ports along the West Coast and includes species such as salmon, groundfish (e.g., rockfish, sole), coastal pelagic species (e.g., squid, anchovies), tuna, swordfish, crab, hagfish, white sea bass, halibut, and spot prawns. In 2007, commercial fishing landings in Morro Bay dropped to their lowest level when 668,865 pounds valued at $1,695,930 were landed. Since 2007, landings in Morro Bay have increased by nearly 900 percent with 2014 commercial fishing landings at 6,669,442 pounds valued at $8,297,265. Despite the adversities, Morro Bay fishermen and related supporting commercial fishing businesses have had to adapt to the changing fisheries and markets to be successful. Continued success by the Morro Bay commercial fishing industry and their supporting businesses rely heavily on maintaining a viable working waterfront, which requires access to offloading facilities, ice, fuel, docks, vessel slips, dry storage, live fish storage, and freezer storage. Morro Bay has done well to date in maintaining the remaining critical fishing-related infrastructure the fishing fleet needs to operate. However, to increase economic activities and to grow Morro Bay s commercial fisheries, additional infrastructure will be needed to ensure a prosperous working waterfront. Work Plan 49

60 Natural Resources and Amenities The City of Morro Bay and its environs feature stunning natural scenery, resources, and recreational amenities that are essential to the City s identity. The Bay, Morro Rock, Morro Estuary Natural Preserve, the City s beaches, and other natural habitats, open space, and recreational areas integrate to provide essential components of the quality of life that the City s residents and visitors enjoy. We will work with the community and decision-makers to develop a General Plan that recognizes key resources and provides for an appropriate level of growth that retains and conserves the essential natural resources and amenities in the city. Resource protection policies will be designed to reflect current City values and state and federal requirements. Comprehensive consideration of natural resources and amenities will be provided, including open space and recreation, water quality, preservation of biological resources, identification and preservation of cultural (historic and prehistoric) resources, energy demand and conservation, air quality, and climate change/ greenhouse gas emissions. Circulation System and Infrastructure Investments Much of the infrastructure supporting Morro Bay s circulation network is nearing the end of its useful life, and General Plan policies prioritizing transportation infrastructure improvements are out of date (e.g., the Circulation Element refers to 1995 as the future ). However, the City offers a well-established circulation network supportive of all modes of travel. Future land use changes, particularly on the City s two major brownfield sites, offer the opportunity to improve the connectivity of the network to better serve residents and visitors. Change of uses at the brownfield sites will increase the importance of connectivity between north and central areas of Morro Bay. Long-planned improvements to the State Route 41/Main Street intersection and potential new vehicular connections to complement the recently completed bicycle and pedestrian bridge over Morro Creek could change existing travel patterns in the city, and more closely integrate north Morro Bay with the rest of the city. The City s exceptional natural amenities serve residents and visitors alike. Visitor-serving uses are enhanced by the provision of safe, attractive, and convenient access supportive of this vital component of the economy. The mild climate and relatively flat topography support walking and biking, and the grid network in the downtown area offer a variety of travel routes spreading vehicular traffic. The Circulation Element update offers an opportunity to improve access and connectivity for all users by creating goals, policies, and procedures supportive of the land use and circulation visions. An overview of key circulation issues is provided below by area of the city. 50 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

61 North Morro Bay North Morro Bay is predominantly residential with a mix of uses along Main Street. Highway 1 bisects this neighborhoods to the east and west. Key circulation issues in this area are described below. Main Street parallels Highway 1 as a frontage road. The intersections of Main Street with Yerba Buena Street and San Jacinto Street are very close to Highway 1 and are difficult for vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians to navigate. These intersections play a critical role in the connectivity across the highway, providing access to the beach, trails, and parks for the eastern neighborhoods and access to schools and shopping for western neighborhoods. The recently completed bicycle and pedestrian bridge over Morro Creek has shifted travel patterns in the area. Cyclists and pedestrians in north Morro Bay have an alternative route to access the Embarcadero and downtown areas mostly on Class I paths and along level low-volume residential streets. Improving the comfort and convenience of the Highway 1 crossings will increase the attractiveness of this route compared to the more heavily trafficked route across State Route 41. The planned Morro Bay to Cayucos Connector will further increase the attractiveness of cycling in the area. State Route 41 serves as an important regional connector with substantial local challenges. The State Route 41/Main Street intersection is currently congested near the start and finish of the school day, and experiences high levels of pedestrian and cyclist activity from the high school during these times. Redevelopment of the City s wastewater treatment plant could exacerbate the congestion at this location. Conversely, construction of a new vehicular connection across Morro Creek could shift traffic away from this intersection, potentially reducing the size of a roundabout or signal and improving conditions for pedestrians and cyclists. Brownfield Sites The power plant and wastewater treatment facility sites have the potential for redevelopment, which will affect transportation demand throughout the area. The intensity of new development and the provision of a vehicular connection across Morro Creek will play a large role on the circulation network. Downtown and Embarcadero A number of opportunities and constraints exist for the downtown and Embarcadero areas. Parking is an important component supporting the visitor-oriented uses in both areas. Many downtown streets have on-street parking with very wide travel lanes. While convenient for drivers, the wide roadways increase the crossing distances for pedestrians and often result in higher vehicle speeds. Pedestrian facilities are discontinuous in places and not wide enough to comfortably accommodate the number of visitors during busy weekends. Much of the Embarcadero provides 5-foot sidewalks, which are heavily used. Modification of the Embarcadero to improve pedestrian accommodation and vehicular flows has the potential to increase the attractiveness of this city asset to all users. Similarly, planning is under way to improve the connectivity between downtown and the Embarcadero, encouraging visitors to walk between these two attractive destinations. Commercial and recreational fishing is an integral part of the City s culture and economy. The circulation network should support fishing activities by providing safe access routes for trailered boats, truck access for loading and unloading, and supporting haul-out and service facilities. Work Plan 51

62 The Michael Baker team understands that the City s wastewater reclamation facility project is under way with the assistance of a team of consultants. The project will result in a new wastewater reclamation facility on a new site. The current plant will be decommissioned and the City will evaluate other options for the site as part of the General Plan/LCP Update process. The goals for the wastewater reclamation facility project are to produce tertiary disinfected wastewater, design for costeffective reuse, allow for on-site composting, design for energy recovery, design to treat for contaminants of emerging concerns, design to allow for other municipal uses, ensure compatibility with neighboring land uses, and locate to avoid coastal and natural hazards. A facility master plan and environmental review is in progress with supporting technical documents. Based on the recent project schedule, preliminary planning, permitting, engineering, and procurement will occur concurrent with the planning process for the Update. The Michael Baker team will coordinate with City staff to review and incorporate technical studies and appropriate wastewater-related policies and programs into the Update for consistency with the wastewater reclamation facility. We will also confirm the site for the new wastewater reclamation facility with staff and discuss annexation issues or considerations for sites outside of the incorporated area. Distinct and Compatible Neighborhoods and Districts Morro Bay contains numerous distinct neighborhoods and districts, including, but not limited to, the north Morro Bay residential neighborhoods, the highway-serving commercial area along Main Street in north Morro Bay, downtown, the Embarcadero, and residential neighborhoods in the southeast. Neighborhood character and identity is an important issue to Morro Bay residents. Neighborhood character and quality is determined by existing uses and structures, who lives in each neighborhood and their personal vision for the area, current growth and development patterns, connectivity, walkability, and amenities, which include schools, parks, and access to activities. In response to requests by community members, elected officials, developers, and City staff for the need for neighborhood compatibility standards, the City drafted Interim Design Guidelines in The guidelines require design review of all single-family residential projects, including new structures and additions to existing structures. Most of Morro Bay is built out, and most new housing has been developed on infill sites. The intent of the Interim Design Guidelines is to help address the fact that the existing development standards are often unclear when dealing with projects that are controversial at the neighborhood level. A successful plan update will build upon the Interim Design Guidelines to provide neighborhood- and district-specific development policies that provide a clear picture of the City s desired outcomes for the built environment, and will include changes to the Zoning Code related to allowed uses in each neighborhood and district. It will also update compatibility guidelines that aid staff, decision-makers, and the public in interpreting development standards. 52 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

63 Stakeholders have also expressed a desire for the City to use specific plans to maintain and enhance neighborhoods and districts. The City s current specific plans are out of date and no longer contribute to the shared vision of the community. A successful plan update will identify whether and where specific plans or other focused planning tools (e.g., neighborhood plans, community plans) may be appropriate to achieve local objectives that are consistent with but more detailed than the General Plan, and provide standards to ensure new infill projects are consistent with surrounding neighborhoods. All of the updates described above will be informed by the Community Engagement process which will include outreach to neighborhood groups. Michael Baker will also bring our knowledge of innovative concepts and best practices related to infill development. Finally, consistency with Coastal Zone requirements will be maintained when drafting policies and standards to implement neighborhood identity and compatibility. Local Coastal Program and Coastal Commission Coordination The purpose of an LCP is to establish the framework and mechanisms of how a local jurisdiction will carry out the state Coastal Act s mandate to protect coastal resources and maximize public access to the shoreline. The City intends to update the LCP along with the General Plan, combining the two documents into a single user-friendly document. This approach is appropriate as Morro Bay is almost entirely within the Coastal Zone and subject to Coastal Act provisions. Preparing LCPs is a unique planning effort that must take the specific context of coastal planning, as well as the latest statewide approaches to coastal issues, into consideration. The evolving knowledge and understanding of coastal issues requires an awareness of new information and close coordination with Coastal Commission staff. In addition to the Coastal Commission staff consultation being incorporated into every stage of this project, team members current work on the Hermosa Beach, Carlsbad, Goleta, and Oxnard LCP updates uniquely positions us to be at the forefront of current best practices, Coastal Commission direction, and policy considerations. Ongoing consultation with Coastal Commission staff throughout these projects will enable us to bring the most recent Coastal Commission input on these issues to Morro Bay for consideration. Work Plan 53

64 Core Components of the Update As noted in the preliminary work plan that Michael Baker prepared for the City, the City would like the General Plan to serve as both a blueprint and a road map. It should set forth a legislative intent and establish basic ground rules for how the City will undertake development and conservation over the next years. Our team s proposed approach to the Update includes the following six core components, which will result in a consolidated and comprehensive General Plan/LCP Update. Community Engagement Community Vision Blueprint + Greenprint Environmental Assessment Implementation Program (Coastal Implementation Program, Zoning Ordinance) Project Management & Coordination, including Coastal Commission Visioning and Community Engagement The vision will be developed as the first component of the work program, building on engagement activities initiated by the GPAC. The project team will engage a broad spectrum of community residents in innovative and diverse ways. The General Plan relies on a fundamental underlying vision to help the community maintain a long-term view when making important short-term decisions about things like: Where to allow new development projects and what they should look like How to attract new head-of-household jobs and economic growth Where and how to provide housing for families and seniors Reducing traffic congestion and providing ways to get around without a car Maintaining and improving sewer, water, and storm drain infrastructure How to protect or enhance important resources such as parks, open space, habitat, and beaches Maintaining public safety Protecting residents and businesses from natural hazards 54 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

65 Blueprint and Greenprint The development aspect of the General Plan can be considered the City s blueprint plan, while the conservation aspect can be considered the City s greenprint plan. These plans share a common vision, and must be consistent with and support one another. The blueprint plan identifies the role of land use and circulation planning in supporting resource conservation and sustainability. In turn, the greenprint plan identifies the role of resource conservation and sustainability in supporting Morro Bay s economy. Community Baseline Assessment In support of the blueprint, greenprint, and environmental assessment, the project team will conduct a community baseline assessment. The assessment will begin as an existing conditions report and set the baseline conditions for the EIR, and evolve to include an assessment of how baseline conditions currently respond to existing stressors such as natural hazards and economic disruptions. This step will result in the sustainability and resiliency framework for the blueprint and greenprint. As a first step, we will identify the socioeconomic characteristics of the community, social services and resources, public services and infrastructure serving the city, natural resources and ecosystem services in the city as well as those serving the city from external sources (e.g., water supply), parks and recreation resources, transportation resources, economic resources, and potential climate change impacts to the community, among other critical assets. As part of this assessment, we will also update the policy and regulatory audit of the City s plans and codes that we prepared for the City in 2014 as part of the work program for the Update. Following the compilation of the existing resources and their conditions, we will conduct a sustainability and resiliency assessment to understand how the City s social, economic, natural, and physical systems and assets in their current condition function and respond to a wide range of stressors including current and projected economic, hazardous, environmental, and climate conditions. For each key topic in the community baseline assessment, we will evaluate existing assets and systems current performances during times of stress (e.g., off-season economy, drought, flooding), discuss how those systems or assets could perform in likely future conditions (e.g., flooding from sea-level rise, more days of extreme heat, economic disruption), and identify assets or systems that require policy or program direction in the Update. The assessment will be initiated by the Michael Baker team, but will rely heavily on local expertise through the engagement of City staff, GPAC, key stakeholders, and the community to fully understand the strengths (adaptive capacity), weaknesses (vulnerabilities), and opportunities to enhance community sustainability and resilience through the Update. This approach allows for local control and determination, guided by the Michael Baker team s experience and expertise, over how sustainability and resiliency are defined, understood, and ultimately achieved in the Update. Work Plan 55

66 Environmental Assessment During this phase we will prepare the General Plan Program EIR (PEIR) to analyze the potential impacts of the draft General Plan. The PEIR will provide a clear, concise overview of the programmatic nature of impacts associated with implementation of the General Plan. This document will inform decision-makers and the community about future decisions regarding General Plan policies and implementation programs. The PEIR will be structured to meet the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and to streamline future City consideration of development and public works projects consistent with the General Plan, when possible. We will prepare the PEIR in parallel with the General Plan goals, policies, and implementation programs, isolating and cataloguing those actions with potential to affect the physical environment. We will also develop policies to integrate into the draft General Plan that self-mitigate potential environmental impacts to the maximum extent feasible. This self-mitigating, proactive approach will minimize reliance on external mitigation measures, streamline future CEQA coverage for future projects, and allow the City to monitor the effectiveness of General Plan policies. The PEIR will also build off the City s recently adopted Climate Action Plan and will anticipate emerging sustainability requirements (water demand, energy efficiency) in development standards. The General Plan/LCP PEIR will be prepared as a Community-Level EIR, consistent with Public Resources Code (d), and as a Program EIR, consistent with State CEQA Guidelines Section The goal of this approach is to establish the opportunity for the City to use the PEIR for environmental review of future, General Plan-consistent actions and projects, in accordance with State CEQA Guidelines Section 15168(c) and (d). When a project is consistent with the General Plan and all of its significant impacts have been addressed in the General Plan PEIR, the project may be determined to be within the scope of the PEIR, and no additional environmental document would be required. In other cases, the General Plan PEIR may be used to limit the topics that must be addressed in a later environmental document on a project consistent with the General Plan. 56 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

67 Clear Path to Implementation Implementation is an integral part of the planning process, not an afterthought. Plan policies are developed to a level of detail to ensure a clear understanding of how they will be implemented. Zoning regulations implement plan policies with clear direction and straightforward standards. It will be critical to ensure that the Update achieves the desired results by guiding development and incorporating the appropriate use of allowances, design standards, and administrative provisions into the zoning regulations. In Morro Bay, the Zoning Ordinance is also the Coastal Implementation Plan, providing specific development regulations (and exemptions) for certain coastal zone activities. It also sets forth the criteria and procedures for processing and approving City-issued coastal development permits. The Zoning Code Update will also need to address other issues, such as neighborhood compatibility and economic development, consistent with direction in the General Plan. Development standards can ensure new infill projects are consistent with surrounding neighborhoods. Use allowances can help achieve economic development objectives. Work Plan 57

68 Work Plan As noted in the RFP, the City will consider some deviation from the established work plan if a deviation would better serve the City in accomplishing the goals of this project. The initial work plan was prepared to provide a sequence of tasks to assist the City to complete the project across at least three fiscal years, producing complete deliverables at the end of sequential phases tied to discrete grant funding sources. In the interim, the City has secured a known amount of funding, and the schedule has been reduced from three years to two years. Therefore, we feel that the project can be streamlined in a manner that produces the blueprint plan and the greenprint plan simultaneously. This will reduce the number of CEQA environmental documents to be prepared, and enables the community engagement process to be more streamlined and effective. Based on our proposed revisions to the work plan, the project is now organized into six main tasks, supplemented by detailed subtasks describing the work to be undertaken: Project Initiation and Visioning Blueprint and Greenprint Preparation Environmental Assessment Zoning Ordinance Update and Coastal Implementation Plan Community Engagement Meetings and Project Management Because most of Morro Bay is in the coastal zone, the City intends to prepare an integrated General Plan/LCP Update. Under this structure, the coastal Land Use Plan (LUP) would be presented as part of the blueprint plan, resource-based components of the LCP would be presented as part of the greenprint plan, and coastal zoning provisions would be established in the Coastal Implementation Plan (CIP). Coordination with the California Coastal Commission to explain and implement this structure will be required. The work plan described below and illustrated on the process diagram on the following page identifies important tasks to be completed as part of each main task. For each task, subtasks are identified describing proposed methodologies and specific deliverable products associated with the work to be performed. 58 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

69 CITY OF MORRO BAY GENERAL PLAN, LOCAL COASTAL PLAN, AND ZONING ORDINANCE UPDATE AND EIR Process Diagram Key Issues and Policies Summary DELIVERABLES Kickoff Meeting Blueprint & Greenprint Alternatives Administrative Draft Blueprint & Greenprint Preferred Alternative Vision & Supporting Principles Identify Proposed Zoning/CIP Revisions Community Baseline Assessment Public Review Draft Blueprint & Greenprint B&G Public Review Draft Zoning/CIP Amendments Administrative Draft Zoning/CIP Amendments Administrative Draft Program EIR Final Blueprint & Greenprint B&G EIR Public Review Draft Program EIR B&G Hearing Draft Zoning/CIP Amendments Final Program EIR EIR EIR Final Zoning/CIP Amendments Grant Administration MEETINGS &COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT General Plan Advisory Committee Visual Identity CityVoice Community Visioning CityVoice Policy Area Surveys Planning Commission Hearings CityVoice Policy Area Surveys Stakeholder Interviews & Discussions City Council Hearings CEQA Scoping Meeting Neighborhood and Community Group Outreach Website Study Sessions City Staff Meetings California Coastal Commission Meetings Q1, 2016 Q2, 2016 Q3, 2016 Q4, 2016 Q1, 2017 Q2, 2017 Q3, 2017 Q4, 2017

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71 Task 1: Project Initiation and Visioning This initial task has two objectives: (1) setting expectations and protocols for project management, and (2) completing a community visioning process to establish a vision and supporting principles for the General Plan Update. 1.1 Project Kickoff The Michael Baker team will conduct an all-day kickoff meeting providing an opportunity for City staff and project team members to get together and identify data sources and other resources to be used in the program, brainstorm ideas, and allow the Michael Baker team to enhance our knowledge of Morro Bay. As part of the project kickoff task, we will also develop and agree on a preliminary master outline for the vision, blueprint, greenprint, Zoning Ordinance, and CIP. All Michael Baker project team members will participate in the kickoff meeting. Meetings and Deliverables Project kickoff meeting Meeting materials and summaries Master outline for vision, blueprint, greenprint, and CIP 1.2 CityVoice Community Visioning Because updating the General Plan, LCP, and Zoning Ordinance is in part triggered by the need to respond to demographic change, it is appropriate to also revisit the vision for Morro Bay to ensure the community s desired future is accurately reflected in the plan documents. Community visioning should also provide information about the process, with the goal of setting the stage for more focused policy discussions during subsequent phases. Once agreed upon, the vision will serve as a foundation for each of the plans and will not be revisited during subsequent technical phases of the project. The Michael Baker team will convene community visioning early in the process to both announce the project and build the foundation of a shared vision for the future. Due to the historically low level of attendance at community meetings, Michael Baker recommends conducting citywide visioning outreach using CityVoice. We understand the City has recently completed an effective CityVoice outreach process, which produced high levels of participation and valuable community insights. We suggest using CityVoice for the initial community visioning process, in lieu of a communitywide workshop. By placing signs throughout the City in high-trafficked areas, participants will be able to participate on their own terms from locations that are convenient to them and relevant to the project. In addition to a Work Plan 61

72 number of structured questions, the telephone survey could include an open-ended question that asks participants to share their vision for the future of Morro Bay. The results of a community visioning process will be summarized for decision-makers in a graphically compelling document that articulates the vision and supporting principles that will guide the project and its outcomes. This vision document serves as a statement of the direction that the community is moving toward, and helps guide future policy discussions. Meetings and Deliverables Community visioning materials for CityVoice (electronic) Administrative draft, draft, and final community vision document (electronic) Task 2: Blueprint and Greenprint Preparation This phase identifies tasks necessary to build from the vision established in Task 1 to complete the blueprint and greenprint plans. The blueprint combines general plan requirements and options related to land use, economic development, community design, circulation, and noise, and addresses development-oriented provisions of the coastal LUP. Although not included as part of this work program, the City s 5 th cycle Housing Element may also become a part of the blueprint. The greenprint combines general plan requirements and options related to conservation, open space, safety, sustainability, and climate change mitigation and adaptation, and addresses conservation-oriented provisions of the coastal LUP. 2.1 Community Baseline Assessment This task describes steps to prepare a background report that informs the blueprint plan. This step is meant to take stock of existing social, natural, and built environmental resources, systems, and assets and convey their value as potential development or conservation opportunities or constraints. For each applicable topic, a sustainability and resiliency assessment will be conducted that reviews how systems and assets in the planning area are vulnerable to changing economic, social, and climate conditions. This assessment will inform blueprint and greenprint goals, policies, and action At a minimum, the community baseline assessment will include discussion of the following blueprint and greenprint topics as appropriate, supplemented by other subjects identified as important by City staff and the community during the visioning process. A secondary goal of this effort is to identify and document baseline conditions for the EIR. 62 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

73 Blueprint Topics Annexation Feasibility To support the City s decision regarding whether or not to annex adjacent areas, Michael Baker will prepare a report analyzing the feasibility of several different expansion scenarios based on fiscal assumptions and community goals. The feasibility study will be based in large part on technical information provided by existing City service providers, geographic information systems (GIS), LAFCO interviews, and technical analysis conducted to support other parts of the project. It will consider both the physical and regulatory context. Michael Baker will summarize up to three expansion scenarios, comprising a map, geographically based service information (e.g. water, sewer lines, call rates, service times), and the objective of the scenario. A spreadsheet model analysis will be presented along with analysis of the relative merits of each development scenario. We will meet with staff to fine-tune the analysis, review the draft summary report for the scenarios, and make edits based on staff input. We will also prepare materials for and attend a GPAC meeting or study session to present the results of the analysis. This report will be used to identify whether expansion areas on the periphery of the city should be considered for land use change in the alternatives analysis. Economic Conditions and Market Trends Michael Baker will prepare a market trends analysis that provides economic context for the project. The analysis will consider local economic and demographic conditions and trends, and provide comparisons to regional or statewide conditions. Conclusions will assess the growth and market opportunities that can be expected, given the general growth outlook for the area and the specific competitive attributes of Morro Bay s various real estate sectors, including residential, retail, office, and coastal-dependent and non-coastal-dependent industrial uses. This analysis will be used to identify focus areas within the city to be considered for future land use change in the alternatives analysis, and provide a basis for establishing future land use projections. Fishing, Boating, and Visitor-Serving Needs Ecological Assets Management (EAM), with support from Michael Baker, will conduct research and analysis to assess the needs of the fishing, boating, and visitor-serving economic sectors in the Morro Bay area to sustain existing economic activities and/or transition and grow in the future. EAM will begin by assessing the historic and current commercial fishing landings from both state and federal fisheries data sources from the California Department of Fish Work Plan 63

74 and Wildlife and PacFin (Pacific Fisheries Information Network). EAM will assess historic and current fishing-related infrastructure to assess what has been lost over time and what types of projects (or specific projects) could encourage and increase additional economic opportunities on the waterfront for the commercial fishing industry. In addition, research and analysis of the needs of the commercial fishing industry and supporting businesses will be conducted through interviews and interaction with key community members, fishery stakeholders, commercial fishermen, the Morro Bay Commercial Fishermen s Organization, the Morro Bay Community Quota Fund, and fishery business owners. EAM will research and analyze other successful West Coast fishing ports with working waterfronts, such as Santa Barbara and Moss Landing, to assess their strategies and successes in creating successful, sustainable fishing communities. These efforts will result in policy and regulatory recommendations for the General Plan and LCP Update that will foster these efforts at the planning and regulatory approval levels. This assessment will also consider and provide recommendations regarding other qualitative needs, such as marketing and promotion. Infrastructure and Public Services Michael Baker will collaborate with City, County, and service providers to collect and summarize information regarding the current status of existing wet utilities, including water, wastewater, and storm drainage infrastructure in the planning area. This assessment will be informed by ongoing efforts related to the water reclamation facility project. We will also summarize dry utility availability capacity and potential to serve outlying areas for electrical and natural gas, telephone, cable television, and Internet communication services. We will identify the existing regulatory framework and known potential changes to the framework (e.g., National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit, California Department of Public Health, California Accidental Release Program) affecting the capacity or operation of existing infrastructure. Land Use, Community Form, and Coastal Uses Michael Baker will assess existing land uses, neighborhood and district identities, historic and current growth and development patterns, physical constraints, brownfield sites and other potential infill development locations, and vacant and underutilized lands. To meet both General Plan and LCP requirements, Michael Baker will define the planning area, inclusive of potential annexation areas; analyze land capability relative to future growth for the planning period; collect and summarize information describing visitor services available in the coastal zone; inventory and describe the affordability of accommodations available to beach visitors and housing affordable to visitor service workers; identify existing coastal-dependent and coastal priority land uses; and describe existing zoning regulations applicable to these uses. 64 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

75 Noise Rincon will perform acoustic, noise, and vibration analysis to establish the existing and future noise setting for the planning area. Rincon will work with City staff to review noise complaint files as compiled by all City departments in order to assess the following: Location and types of major offending noise sources. Noise-sensitive areas and land uses. Community attitudes toward specific sources of noise pollution. Degree of severity of noise problems in the community. Relative significance of noise as a pollutant. Rincon will evaluate existing transportation noise levels adjacent to major roadways and transportation corridors, and conduct a community noise survey consisting of several short- and long-term measurements at strategic locations. Specifically, Rincon will conduct 20-minute short-term noise measurements at up to eight locations, including locations near stationary noise sources, and locations along heavily traveled roadways during morning and evening peak commute periods. The measurements will be taken using an ANSI Type II sound level meter. Rincon will calibrate noise modeling based on these measurements. Using the Federal Highway Administration s Traffic Noise Model, Rincon will provide noise level estimates suitable for producing existing noise contours along up to 14 road segments, based on traffic volumes collected and modeled for the project. Transportation and Mobility CCTC will describe the existing General Plan policies, street classifications, and circulation system. Existing plans and plans under development, including the current Circulation Element, Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, Parking Management Plan, and Downtown/Waterfront Strategic Plan, will be reviewed, analyzed, and described. Existing transportation conditions will be characterized and analyzed as described below. Study locations and analysis time periods will be determined in consultation with City staff. A preliminary list of study intersections is provided below. San Jacinto Street/Highway 1 San Jacinto Street/Main Street State Route 41/Highway 1 SB Ramps State Route 41/Main Street Morro Bay Boulevard/Main Street Morro Bay Boulevard/Quintana Road Work Plan 65

76 CCTC will collect new traffic counts, including pedestrians and bicycles, during two peak hours at each study intersection. The appropriate study time periods (e.g., typical weekdays vs. summer weekends) will be determined in consultation with City staff. Intersection vehicular level of service (LOS) will be calculated for the study intersections. Existing citywide vehicle miles traveled (VMT) data will also be prepared by origin and destination relative to locations within and outside the city. CCTC will evaluate the following roadway segments for multimodal vehicle, pedestrian, and bicycle level of service: Embarcadero south of Pacific Morro Bay Boulevard west of Quintana Main Street south of Radcliff State Route 41 east of Main Street These segments are scheduled for new counts by the San Luis Obispo Council of Governments (SLOCOG) in late New segment counts, if needed, can be conducted as an additional service. Vehicular LOS will be determined based on generalized daily roadway capacities, while pedestrian and bicycle LOS will be calculated for peak hour conditions consistent with 2010 Highway Capacity Manual methods. CCTC will describe the current status of the following transportation systems: Pedestrian facilities Bicycle facilities (Class I-III) Transit services, both local and regional Roadways, including truck routes for goods movement Parking, including parking at beach and waterfront access points and trailheads Waterfront facilities, including access for commercial fishermen and haul-out facilities Collision data will be obtained for up to ten intersections. Collision rates will be calculated and compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. Locations with high collision rates or a notable collision pattern will be identified. The image at right shows injury and fatal collision hot spots throughout the city based on five years of collision data. The SLOCOG travel demand model will be used to extract VMT under baseline conditions, stratified by trips within origins and destinations completely and partially within the City s borders. Michael Baker will assist CCTC by mapping and describing beach access points and parking availability and pricing in nearby areas, and describing existing beach access hours and parking regulations and restrictions. Work Plan 66

77 Greenprint Topics Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Rincon will analyze and assess current air quality conditions in the planning area (e.g., ambient monitoring data, attainment designations, source types) and summarize the applicable regulatory framework, standards, plans, and significance thresholds for criteria air pollutants, toxic air contaminants, and odors. Michael Baker will perform a peer review of the greenhouse gas emissions inventory data prepared for the Morro Bay Climate Action Plan by the San Luis Obispo Air Pollution Control District to ensure the baseline year, emissions factors, and activity data are suitable for use in the General Plan. If necessary, Michael Baker will update the emissions inventory to adjust the baseline year, correct any discrepancies, or incorporate new state-of-practice methods. We will assess existing climate conditions in the planning area (e.g., existing greenhouse gas emissions by sector), the current state of the science, and foreseeable effects of climate change as they relate to Morro Bay and applicable federal, state, and local greenhouse gas emissions regulations. Coastal Resources and Resiliency Moffatt and Nichol, with support from Michael Baker, will prepare the coastal resources and resiliency assessment to be consistent with the California Adaptation Planning Guide and guidance accompanying the California Ocean Protection Council grant. Identify Existing Coastal Conditions. The first step of the baseline assessment for coastal resources and resiliency will be to identify lands, environmentally sensitive lands, and infrastructure located within the coastal zone in various planning areas to be identified for the LCP. With these resources identified and characterized, the next step is to understand their physical characteristics to begin the assessment of potential vulnerabilities to sea level rise. This effort will include gathering the best available aerial photographs and topographic and bathymetric survey data. The following available data types/sources have been identified, and will be used to create a seamless digital elevation model (DEM) for the planning area: Coastal Zone topography/bathymetry: 2013 California Merged Coastal LIDAR Project DEM Bathymetry: 2009 USACE Southern California Bathy LIDAR Upland topography: 2008 US Geological Survey (USGS) National Elevation Dataset Work Plan 67

78 We will also draw upon the broad range of existing data and studies for the planning area, including harbor, shoreline, and environmental studies conducted by and for the US Army Corps of Engineers. We will review maps, surveys, drainage reports, and land use plans, and conduct a visual assessment of existing conditions to identify potential vulnerabilities for different reaches of the shoreline. Prepare Geo-Referenced Inventory Potentially Affected by Sea Level Rise. We understand the value of the GIS platform to inform the decision-making process, and our team includes GIS experts who specialize in compiling and organizing disparate data sources into spatially orientated databases. Working in collaboration with City GIS staff, M&N will prepare a geodatabase from which the flooding, inundation, and erosion layers can be overlaid with various land uses and coastal resources to identify particularly hazardous areas. The base map will include coastal resources (e.g., beaches and wetlands), the built environment (e.g., tourist-serving amenities, roadways, pedestrian and bike paths, parking lots, buildings, utility infrastructure), land uses (e.g. vulnerable populations) and shoreline protective devices (e.g., breakwaters, seawalls, bulkheads and jetties). The base map will be compiled from data collected from the City, community members, and resource agencies as well as original data generated by the project team. M&N will collaborate with the City to identify available and relevant attribute data relevant to future sea level rise vulnerabilities to infrastructure, such as critical elevations, structure type, year built, replacement cost, and condition. M&N will also use and build upon existing GIS data to be provided by the City. Metadata will be developed for each feature class to allow data to be efficiently used in the future. Large-scale graphics will be prepared for stakeholder and agency meetings to support information sharing. Identify Sea Level Rise Scenarios and Model Cumulative Effects. The Coastal Commission guidance document points to the National Research Council s Sea-Level Rise for the Coasts of California, Oregon and Washington (August 2012) as the best available science for the state. Based on this guidance, the following sea level rise projections will be used for the LCP planning horizons: Table 1. Sea-Level Rise Projections Locations South of Cape Mendocino Time Period Sea-Level Rise Projections (Year 2000 Baseline) to 0.98 feet to 2.0 feet to 5.48 feet Coastal Flooding Hazards. Per the Ocean Protection Council guidance included in the RFP, we will model three sea level rise scenarios (low, projected, and high) for three planning horizons (2030, 2050, and 2100). By applying the low and high projections for each planning horizon, the potential range of impacts on each planning area will be evaluated. 68 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

79 The proposed modeling approach is based on the methods used in the Coastal Storm Modeling System, as developed by the USGS. Cliff and bluff erosion rates will be based on existing studies and available information. The generally accepted approach is to prorate historic erosion rates into future planning horizons. A backshore characterization of the coastline will be developed based on geologic data from the California Geological Survey. Historic bluff erosion rates will be extracted from the National Assessment of Shoreline Change Project, as developed by the USGS. If multiple LIDAR data sets exist, verification of these erosion rates will be performed. Coastal flooding hazard resulting from the various planning horizons will be mapped within the ArcGIS platform. A spatial aggregation approach will be utilized to depict the relative probability of coastal hazards in each particular area. Fluvial Flooding Hazards. The City of Morro Bay has a history of flooding along the lower reaches of Morro Creek and Chorro Creek as well as localized flooding along other smaller creeks. Some of the City s critical infrastructure (power plant and wastewater treatment facility) is located within the existing 100-year floodplain of Morro Creek. Sea level rise will result in a higher downstream water level that could potentially exacerbate flooding along low-lying creeks and drainage systems. Step 1 of the approach will be a desktop study of the current flood hazards using information from previous hydraulic analyses and FEMA floodplain mapping studies to understand the extent to which these drainage systems may be affected by sea level rise. For creeks or drainage systems that may be vulnerable to rising sea levels, a sensitivity analysis will be performed (Step 2) to estimate how fluvial flood hazards may be affected by a range of sea level rise scenarios. Analyze Sea Level Rise Vulnerability. Morro Bay generally lies on the narrow coastal shelf between the ocean and the coastal hills. Most of the coastline is dominated by flat sandy beaches that rise to dunes or short coastal bluffs. Significant portions of the bayfront are lined by man-made rock revetment or occupied by waterfront structures. Coastal bluffs and isolated natural rock outcroppings, including Morro Rock, and the estuarine shoreline comprise the remaining portions. The wide variety of coastal features and terrain results in a broad range of potential sea level rise vulnerabilities. Once coastal hazard areas have been defined, we will determine the vulnerability posed to Morro Bay s beaches, estuary, bluffs, visitor-serving amenities, waterfront, and residences as a result of sea level rise. The vulnerability of an asset exposed to sea level rise will be assessed by evaluating its specific sensitivity to that impact and its resiliency or ability to adapt to that change, as presented in the state of California Sea-Level Rise Guidance Document (CO-CAT). For example, an asset that is sensitive to a sea level rise hazard with limited adaptive capacity would be considered highly vulnerable. Barriers to an asset s ability to adapt will be identified, as well as stressors that affect an asset s capacity to accommodate sea level rise. Asset vulnerabilities will be ranked for low and high sea level rise scenarios for each Work Plan 69

80 planning horizon. This ranking will enable the City to identify the most vulnerable areas and prioritize adaptation responses within the planning area. Once the vulnerabilities have been identified, a risk assessment will be conducted. It is essential to note that vulnerability and risk are not the same. The risk to a given coastal resource or land use depends on: 1) the magnitude of the impact (consequence), and 2) the likelihood of that impact occurring (probability). If a given asset has a high vulnerability to sea level rise but low consequence, the level of risk may be tolerable. On the other hand, an asset with low vulnerability but high consequence of failure may be considered a high risk. The consequence, probability, and resulting risk to a given asset will be evaluated at the 2030, 2050, and 2100 time horizons using state sea-level rise guidance (CO-CAT). The risk assessment will focus on how sea level rise might affect people, development, infrastructure, and natural resources in each planning area. The approach identifies impact thresholds for each asset or coastal resource, describing the sea level rise scenario that triggers significant consequences to each asset. A magnitude of the consequence (low/moderate/high) will be assigned based on the potential for damage or disruption of service that each asset would experience for a given sea level rise scenario. Similarly, a qualitative probability (low/moderate/high) will be assigned based on the likelihood of occurrence for a given impact threshold. We will prioritize public and private resources or land uses at risk. The analysis will be based on existing and proposed land uses and maps of planned development patterns under the proposed General Plan. An example of how resources and assets in the planning area may be evaluated and ranked is shown in the figure and table below. 70 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

81 Table 2. Resources and Assets Evaluation Project Feature Wetlands Low-lying Residential Neighborhood Impact Year / Type Year 2060 / Flooding Year 2100 / Flooding Year 2060 / Flooding Year 2100 / Inundation Exposure Exposure Rating Sensitivity Adaptive Capacity Vulnerability Moderate Moderate High Low High Moderate High Low Moderate High Low Moderate High High Low High Priority Ranking 2 1 Identify Adaptation Policy Framework. Once at-risk areas have been identified and prioritized, M&N will develop adaptation strategies to minimize risks from hazards and to protect coastal resources and assets. A sea level rise action plan will be prepared to present these strategies, based on the results of the vulnerability assessment and stakeholder input. The plan will identify near-term and long-term strategies to build adaptive capacity into the City s resources. The plan will evaluate accommodation, protection, and retreat strategies as appropriate. The natural environment is generally more equipped to adapt and accommodate change if sufficient room exists for natural migration. Conversely, due to its fixed, rigid nature, the built environment typically cannot adapt to change and human intervention is often needed to protect, fortify, or relocate the structure. In line with the State s Safeguarding California for Reducing Climate Risk guidance, strategies that protect vulnerable populations, achieve multiple benefits, and incorporate green infrastructure solutions will be preferred. Natural and Environmental Hazards Michael Baker will characterize and assess natural hazards (e.g., earthquakes, flooding, landslides, tsunamis) and environmental hazards (e.g., soil and groundwater contamination, hazardous materials storage) in Morro Bay. We will also assess known hazardous materials sites and major hazardous materials users/producers. We will update and characterize the general nature of geologic hazards in the city, including liquefaction, seismic activity, tsunami inundation, and landslides, and review and document historic flooding information, together with Federal Emergency Management Agency Flood Insurance Rate Maps and existing hydrologic investigations. Natural Resources Rincon, with support from EAM, will identify past and current occurrences of state and federally listed threatened, endangered, and candidate plant species and all species listed by the California Native Plant Society. This section of Work Plan 71

82 the background report will assess potential occurrences of special-status species based on the habitat requirements of each species relative to the habitat present in the city and known estuarine and fisheries resources. The analysis will characterize major vegetation communities, including identification of greenways and gulches, timberland resources, and agricultural uses. We will describe other natural resources, such as coastal wetlands, wildlife movement corridors, and riparian habitats, and summarize the federal, state, and local regulatory framework applicable to these resources. Parks and Recreation Michael Baker will identify important open space resources, and parks and recreational facilities serving Morro Bay. We will analyze current park service levels (e.g., park acreage per 1,000 population), identify any shortfall of park space and recreational amenities, and describe existing recreational programs and services for residents of all ages. Shoreline Erosion and Protection M&N will characterize and assess shoreline erosion and protection opportunities in the city. Based on existing data and studies, historic shoreline erosion rates will be presented. Future erosion trends as a result of sea level rise will then be extrapolated using standard analysis methodologies such as the Bruun Rule. Plan views of each of the planning areas exhibiting predicted shoreline erosion issues will be developed. These will be useful tools (combined with input from the City and Coastal Commission) to support recommendations for setback requirements in areas subject to erosion. We will closely collaborate with City staff to identify any required solutions to coastal access arising from sea level rise. Water Supply and Quality Michael Baker will describe current and anticipated future water demand and supply in Morro Bay. We will characterize and assess surface and groundwater supply sources and reliability of sources, describe current water quality conditions and identify pollutants of concern, and summarize existing and pending regulatory requirements applicable to water supply and quality, including stormwater retention and sustainable groundwater requirements. Michael Baker will assemble these baseline conditions assessments into an administrative draft community baseline assessment report. Following review by City staff, we will incorporate staff comments to prepare a revised draft community baseline assessment report for review by the community and advisory committee. Meetings and Deliverables Administrative draft and revised community baseline report (electronic) 72 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

83 2.2 Key Issues and Policies Based on work completed in previous tasks and findings from the background report, the consultant team will prepare a summary of community issues to be addressed in the blueprint plan. Parallel to the resiliency planning process, at this stage, we consider the vulnerability index for each background topic and define key community needs and priorities to be addressed in the blueprint and greenprint. As a part of this effort, we will identify and discuss the most important and potentially controversial policy issues and options (e.g., growth policy, changes to land use designations or density, sea level rise adaptation strategies). Michael Baker team members will define key issues and recommend policy approaches to meet community needs in a summary working paper. These issues and policies will be presented to the Planning Commission and/or the City Council in a study session format to further develop and review important issues prior to drafting goals, policies, and actions. Meetings and Deliverables Administrative draft and revised key issues summary (electronic) 2.3 Blueprint and Greenprint Alternatives Analysis This task describes development and analysis of up to three alternative land use, circulation, and conservation scenarios to address the range of key issues previously identified, ultimately defining a preferred blueprint plan and a preferred greenprint plan. Blueprint The Michael Baker team will provide an outline of up to three concept blueprint alternatives for focus areas identified in the market trends analysis and any identified expansion areas from the annexation feasibility study. Following staff review and comment, the team will develop up to three detailed blueprint alternatives for review and deliberation by staff, the GPAC, decision-makers, and the public. Each blueprint alternative will consist of a description of land use categories, buildout assumptions, conceptual land use diagrams, and applicable policy concepts summarized in a report with color maps and illustrations, as appropriate. As part of the blueprint alternatives evaluation, CCTC will qualitatively evaluate the alternatives developed by the project team. Travel forecasting will be conducted using the SLOCOG Travel Demand Model. The current traffic analysis zone structure is shown at right, with the amount of household growth currently included in the SLOCOG model. Additional refinements, model validation, or other modeling tasks can be conducted as an additional service. The SLOCOG model will also be used to extract VMT, stratified by trips within origins and destinations completely and partially within the City s borders. Work Plan 73

84 Intersection-turning movement forecasts and daily volume forecasts on the study segments will be developed for a baseline scenario, and LOS and citywide VMT results will be extracted. The likely circulation impacts of the alternatives will be described, along with key differentiators, to assist the team, City staff, and decision makers with the development of a preferred alternative. Detailed LOS results and citywide VMT estimates will be developed for the preferred alternative for use in the EIR. Greenprint Similarly, the Michael Baker team will also provide an outline of up to three concept greenprint alternatives to address the key conservation issues identified for the greenprint. While the blueprint alternatives are largely development alternatives focused on the placement, organization, and relationship of land uses and circulation to one another and to the coast, these greenprint alternatives are intended to explore how both coastal and inland resources can best be conserved and how people, property, and the economy can become more resilient to a changing environment, economy, and shoreline. They may generally be characterized as more analytical and policy- or mitigation-oriented than the blueprint alternatives. Following staff review and comment on the concept alternatives, the consultant team will develop up to three detailed greenprint alternatives for review and deliberation by staff, the GPAC, decision-makers, and the public. Each greenprint alternative will include a description of applicable policy concepts summarized in a report with supporting data and analysis, as appropriate. The alternatives will also present greenhouse gas emissions forecasts tied to the anticipated levels of residential and nonresidential development associated with each alternative. Based on the results of the vulnerability assessment and in particular the sea level rise action plan, M&N will support the development of three conservation scenarios to address key issues. M&N will present the issues to the GPAC, Planning Commission, and City Council. The Michael Baker team will work with City staff to review and evaluate the blueprint and greenprint alternatives with the community and the GPAC. Following public consideration and deliberation of the alternatives, we will present the alternatives to the Planning Commission and the City Council in study session format to arrive at a preferred blueprint plan and a corresponding preferred greenprint plan. Meetings and Deliverables Blueprint and greenprint concept alternatives outlines (electronic) Administrative draft and revised blueprint and greenprint alternatives reports (electronic) 74 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

85 2.4 Administrative Draft Blueprint and Greenprint Plans The Michael Baker team will prepare administrative draft versions of the blueprint plan and the greenprint plan for City staff review. The plans must conform to applicable provisions of state general plan law and the California Coastal Act relative to LCPs. They will be organized into elements containing an introduction; issues identification; goals, policies, and implementation actions; and a plan narrative describing the basis for and application of the policies. Information developed during the community baseline assessment, key issues and policies, and alternatives tasks will form the basis of the planning concepts and information presented in each element. The format and desired objectives and requirements for each element described below reflect a current understanding of the key issues. They may be modified to reflect agreements reached during previous outreach and analysis tasks. For example, in the greenprint, this work program recommends a stand alone sustainability and resiliency element; however, as a result of community engagement, the results of the community baseline assessment or other guidance, we may determine that sustainability and resiliency is an integrating theme across elements rather a stand alone element. For each element, we identify which members of the Michael Baker team are recommending proposed goals, policies, and actions. Many of the specific work items referenced within each task reflect an understanding of current policy shortcomings based on a recent assessment of the adequacy of the existing City of Morro Bay General Plan and LCP prepared as part of the recent Plan for the Plan work program. Blueprint Introduction This portion of the blueprint describes the overall organization of the plan; relationship to the community vision, greenprint, zoning ordinance, and CIP; and how the blueprint is to be used. Land Use Michael Baker will prepare the Land Use Element, consisting of key issues, goals, policies, and actions addressing planned land uses in the city. This element will provide future development direction and performance standards for reuse of coastal brownfield sites, other infill opportunity sites, and any greenfield development areas identified on the city s periphery. Among other items required under state law, this element will include appropriate land use designations, a color land use diagram, and other illustrative graphics; estimates of population per residential land use designation and explicit building intensity standards (e.g., units per acre, floor area ratio) for land use designations; and identify areas covered by the plan that are subject to flooding. Work Plan 75

86 Community Design Michael Baker will prepare the Community Design Element. This element will present the basic urban form of the community, organized into districts, neighborhoods, and other areas with distinct community character and design. Drawing upon the recently completed Neighborhood Compatibility Guidelines, it will identify community design objectives for each distinct district or neighborhood. This element will advocate various techniques to achieve more pedestrian-friendly, walkable neighborhoods and improved coastal access oriented around basic activities such as parks, schools, community centers, and local- or visitor-serving commercial activities. Economic Development Michael Baker will prepare the Economic Development Element, with support from EAM. Building upon principles defined in the recently completed LEAP and ongoing EDSP, this element will define Morro Bay s long-term economic vision, establishing strategies to retain and attract businesses by providing for more diverse coastal and non-coastal industries, maximizing growth potential of key economic sectors and Morro Bay s competitive economic position, maintaining a sustainable jobs/housing balance, establishing priorities for community financing, and establishing economic incentives for development consistent with the vision and objectives of the General Plan. Circulation CCTC will prepare the Circulation Element, with support from Michael Baker. This element will establish a balanced, multimodal approach to serve existing development, provide coastal access, and accommodate anticipated growth. It will include new policies to address both LOS and VMT as performance metrics for the circulation system, as well as multimodal circulation, complete streets, water transportation, truck routes, neighborhood traffic calming, and coastal circulation and parking. The updated element will show explicit correlation to the planned land use designations identified in the Land Use Element, reflect current existing and planned networks identified in the 2011 Morro Bay Bicycle & Pedestrian Master Plan, and identify how the transportation network and supporting standards will meet the needs of bicyclists, children, persons with disabilities, motorists, commercial goods movers, pedestrians, public transportation users, and seniors. Noise Rincon will prepare the Noise Element, with support from Michael Baker. This element will provide guidance and a basis to evaluate land use compatibility of both transportation and stationary noise sources by documenting and mapping projected noise based on future conditions, and identifying areas that would be subject to significant noise in the future, along with methods to reduce noise effects. It will include both existing and future noise contour diagrams. 76 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

87 Greenprint Introduction This portion of the greenprint describes the overall organization of the plan; relationship to the community vision, blueprint, and CIP; and how the greenprint is to be used. Conservation Michael Baker will prepare the Conservation Element, with support from Rincon and EAM. This element will identify and define strategies to protect both coastal and inland natural resources, including but not limited to biological communities, estuaries and fisheries resources, valued open spaces, wetlands, and viewsheds. While preparing the Conservation Element, we will coordinate with water agencies and districts to incorporate recent urban water management plans and available sustainable groundwater information. The element will identify rivers, creeks, streams, flood corridors, riparian habitats, and land that may accommodate floodwater to support groundwater recharge and stormwater management, and consider opportunities to reduce waste and improve water quality, such as low-impact development and green building. The element will also address energy and water conservation opportunities; solid waste management; and mineral, cultural, and paleontological resources. It will include air quality policies and programs that integrate the relationship between land use, transportation and mobility, public health and safety, and energy. Open Space Michael Baker will prepare the Open Space Element. This element will address open spaces used for all purposes defined under general plan law, and will specifically define open space within the meaning of the law. It addresses the parks and recreation needs of all ages and users, identifying parks, facilities, special use facilities, pedestrianfriendly connections, trails, and open space needs for each park classification. Public Health and Safety Michael Baker will prepare the Public Health and Safety Element. This element will specifically define the link and relationship of the City of Morro Bay Local Hazard Mitigation Plan to the General Plan Safety Element. It will address natural hazards in the context of a changing climate, including sea level rise, tsunamis, wildfires, geotechnical and seismic hazards, and flooding. The element will address risks to resources and access due to coastal erosion, and will specifically include assessment of ground failure and liquefaction hazards, evacuation routes, peak load water supply requirements, and minimum road widths. The element will also address public health, crime prevention, neighborhood safety, and emergency preparedness and response, and include updated hazardous materials use, handling, transportation, disposal, cleanup, and management information related to both ongoing hazardous sites and brownfield development sites. Work Plan 77

88 The City last updated the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) in Based on our understanding of Disaster Mitigation Act 2000, LHMPs are active for five years after adoption, and the City s LHMP may not provide access to federal hazard mitigation grant or funding opportunities. The expired nature of the plan also prevents the Public Health and Safety Element of the Update from being certified as enhanced consistent with AB The enhanced designation is applied to Safety Elements that are integrated with a jurisdiction s active hazard mitigation plan and allows for the state to cover 100% of certain costs related to disaster recovery (compared to the 75% cap for cities without Enhanced Safety Elements). Much of the technical work required to complete the Public Health and Safety Element is required to complete a LHMP. We will develop the Public Health and Safety Element to include technical analysis and hazard mitigation goals consistent with LHMP requirements for streamlined integration into a future LHMP update. The Michael Baker Team has assisted numerous agencies throughout California to obtain hazard mitigation grant funding to update their mitigation plans and we recommend the City pursue funding in the 2016/2017 funding cycle. Sustainability and Resilience Michael Baker will prepare the Sustainability and Resilience Element, with support from M&N. This element will provide a policy framework for addressing sustainability, climate change, and community resiliency. It will describe and codify Morro Bay s greenhouse gas emissions reduction goal and discuss broad strategies the City will employ to achieve the reduction goal, supported by specific reduction measures in the Morro Bay Climate Action Plan. This element will also set forth a long-term community resiliency plan, identifying the community s preferred strategy to adapt to known sea level rise and other hazards likely to be exacerbated by climate change. Michael Baker will author, edit, and illustrate each element to produce administrative draft blueprint and greenprint plan documents for City staff review. Meetings and Deliverables Administrative draft blueprint and greenprint plans (electronic) 2.5 Public Review Draft Blueprint and Greenprint Plans Following City staff review of the administrative draft blueprint, the Michael Baker team will incorporate comments to create a public review draft for general public, GPAC, and decision-maker review and discussion. Meetings and Deliverables Public review draft blueprint and greenprint plans (electronic) 78 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

89 2.6 Final Blueprint and Greenprint Plans Following public hearings and confirmation with City staff of desired changes, the Michael Baker team will revise the draft blueprint and draft greenprint to create final documents. Revisions at this stage are limited to changes identified in the public hearing process. Meetings and Deliverables Final blueprint and greenprint plans (electronic) Task 3: Environmental Assessment Rincon will prepare a Program EIR (PEIR) that addresses both the blueprint and greenprint as part of the City s CEQA compliance strategy for the project. The PEIR will programmatically evaluate the environmental consequences of buildout of the General Plan, and identify policy-based mitigation measures to be incorporated into the General Plan elements. Preparation of the PEIR will consist of the following tasks. 3.1 Notice of Preparation, Scoping Meeting, and Agency Consultation Rincon will prepare a draft Notice of Preparation (NOP) consisting of a brief project description and a summary of the probable significant effects on the environment resulting from adoption and implementation of the draft blueprint and greenprint. The NOP will be submitted to the City within one week following City Council endorsement of the draft land use scenario. As required by CEQA, the NOP will circulate to responsible and trustee agencies for 30 days. Because of the broad, programmatic nature of the project, we will forego the preparation of an Initial Study and simply address all of the environmental checklist issues in the body of the PEIR. During the 30-day scoping period, Michael Baker and Rincon will facilitate a PEIR scoping meeting. The purpose of the meeting will be to provide the community an opportunity to provide input on the PEIR work scope (issues of concern, alternatives, etc.). Rincon will make a brief presentation on the General Plan and environmental review process, then record all public comments received. These comments will be summarized in a memorandum to be included in a PEIR appendix. The City and Rincon will confer and meet with regulatory agencies, advisory agencies, and tribes regarding results of technical studies and impact analysis approaches. Meetings and Deliverables CEQA scoping meeting (1 meeting) Administrative draft and revised NOP (electronic) Work Plan 79

90 3.2 Administrative Draft Program EIR Rincon will prepare a comprehensive administrative draft PEIR addressing all CEQA topic areas and containing expanded analysis of issue areas identified in the NOP. The PEIR will identify General Plan policies and programs that would reduce potentially significant impacts to a less than significant level, where possible. The PEIR will evaluate the long-term consequences of the adoption of the draft blueprint and greenprint, and will provide a roadmap for future CEQA documents to tier from the PEIR and streamline the CEQA process. It will draw from the baseline community assessment and the draft blueprint and greenprint elements for the environmental setting information. The project description will constitute a summary of the blueprint and greenprint. Existing information, including information from the City s water reclamation facility EIR process, will be used and leveraged as applicable and available. The following summarizes the tasks needed to complete the administrative draft PEIR. Summary The summary will present a synopsis of identified environmental impacts, mitigation measures, and residual impacts in tabular format. It will also discuss such CEQA requirements as areas of known controversy and issues to be resolved. Introduction and Environmental Setting These sections will lay the groundwork for the substantive analysis to follow. The introduction will describe the purpose and legal authority of the study, and a discussion of lead, responsible, and trustee agencies. The environmental setting will provide a general description of existing conditions and geography within the study area. To the degree feasible we will rely on existing information sources, including the technical background report to establish the current environmental setting. Project Description The project description will establish the framework upon which the environmental document will be based. As required by CEQA, the project description will discuss: (1) the project location and characteristics; (2) lead, responsible, and trustee agencies; (3) required approvals; and (4) project characteristics with potential environmental impacts. The project description will reflect an estimate of citywide development potential based on either a growth forecast or a set of assumptions regarding buildout. The project description will provide an appropriate level of detail to enable environmental analysis of specific blueprint and greenprint components that are known, yet be broad enough to allow environmental evaluation of some of the long-term development concepts and policies envisioned under the draft plans. 80 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

91 Environmental Impact Analysis Each environmental issue addressed in the EIR will have four main subsections: Setting, Impacts, Mitigation Measures, and Level of Significance after Mitigation. The setting will be based on existing data sources and, as appropriate, technical studies prepared in conjunction with the draft blueprint and greenprint. Where possible, impacts will be quantified and their level of significance established. If existing data does not allow definitive quantification, reasonable assumptions will be used to qualitatively approximate potential impacts. Issues to be addressed in detail in this section include: Aesthetics Air quality Cultural resources Geology Greenhouse gas emissions Hazards/hazardous materials Hydrology/water quality Land use and planning Noise Population and housing Public services Transportation/traffic Utilities/service systems The analysis will consider both general impacts associated with buildout under the draft blueprint and greenprint, and site-specific impacts associated with any known projects and planned physical improvements. Rincon will prepare all of the EIR analysis sections except for transportation/traffic, which will be prepared by CCTC, and greenhouse gas emissions, which will be prepared by Michael Baker. All previously completed circulation and transportation system analytical work will be incorporated in the preparation of the transportation/traffic section, which will compare existing conditions to future conditions with both implementation of the existing General Plan (a no project alternative) and with implementation of the proposed blueprint and greenprint. Alternatives As required by CEQA, the PEIR will consider alternatives to the proposed blueprint and greenprint plans. These will likely include alternative scenarios that have previously been developed and additional scenarios designed to address identified significant impacts of the proposed plans. Up to four alternatives, including the no project alternative, will be studied. These will be developed in coordination with City staff. The alternatives analysis will be less detailed than the project analysis, but will identify the magnitude of each impact and associated mitigation requirements. Work Plan 81

92 Other CEQA-Required Sections This section will address other CEQA requirements, including growth-inducing impacts and significant, irreversible environmental changes. Growth inducement includes both direct and indirect population and job growth, as well as the removal of potential obstacles to growth. The discussion of irreversible changes will address the potential for the blueprint and greenprint to create significant environmental effects that cannot be reversed. Meetings and Deliverables Administrative draft PEIR two rounds of review (electronic) 3.3 Public Review Draft Program EIR Following receipt of City staff comments, Rincon will revise the administrative draft PEIR and prepare a screencheck draft PEIR, followed by a public draft PEIR and Notice of Availability for public circulation. As required by CEQA, the draft PEIR will circulate for a period of 45 days. Our scope of work assumes that the City will provide a distribution list, distribute required notices, and pay newspaper publication fees. Meetings and Deliverables Screencheck draft and public review draft PEIR (electronic) Notice of Availability for draft PEIR 3.4 Responses to Comments/Final Program EIR Rincon will review comments received during the public review period, prepare responses to comments, and make necessary changes to the draft PEIR to create an administrative final PEIR. After receipt of City staff comments on the draft Response to Comments report, Rincon will prepare the final Responses to Comments, which will be incorporated into the final PEIR. Rincon will prepare an administrative draft mitigation monitoring and reporting program (MMRP). The MMRP will take the form of a detailed table that identifies mitigation measures identified in the final EIR. The table will compile all of the mitigation measures developed in the body of the PEIR, and indicate the monitoring action to occur, the timing and frequency of monitoring, and the party responsible for monitoring. Following receipt of City staff comments on the administrative final program PEIR and administrative draft MMRP, Rincon will revise the documents and prepare the final PEIR for distribution. Rincon will prepare an administrative draft of the CEQA findings and statement of overriding considerations, if necessary, for review by City staff. Following receipt of City staff comments on the administrative draft CEQA findings, Rincon will revise the document and prepare the final CEQA findings for inclusion in the staff report. Rincon will 82 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

93 prepare the required Notice of Determination. We assume that the City will file the Notice of Determination and pay required filing fees. Meetings and Deliverables Administrative final and final program EIR (electronic) Administrative draft and revised MMRP (electronic) Administrative draft and revised findings/statement of overriding considerations (electronic) Notice of Determination for final program EIR (electronic) Task 4: Zoning Ordinance Update and Coastal Implementation Plan This task identifies work items necessary to complete updates to the Zoning Ordinance directed by the General Plan Update and to establish a CIP for Morro Bay that meets Coastal Act requirements. All subtasks identified in this task will be performed by RRM, with limited assistance from Michael Baker. 4.1 Identify Proposed Zoning Ordinance/CIP Revisions RRM will prepare a short Zoning Ordinance/CIP analysis memo identifying necessary revisions to the City s existing Zoning Ordinance and CIP for consistency with the blueprint and greenprint. The memo will identify necessary revisions to address topics identified during the project, as well as coastal-related issues such as: Coastal development standards and a post-certification map Parking and transportation demand management Coastal access, beach use, and special events Visitor-serving uses and tourism Sea-level rise and coastal resilience Stormwater management and water quality The Zoning Ordinance/CIP analysis memo will be reviewed at meetings with City staff, the GPAC, and Coastal Commission Staff (see Tasks 5 and 6). City staff may also review the memo with the Planning Commission, City Council, and other groups. Feedback on the memo from these meetings will be used to prepare the Zoning Ordinance/CIP amendments. Meetings and Deliverables Draft and revised Zoning Ordinance/CIP analysis memo (electronic) Meetings as described in Tasks 5 and 6 Work Plan 83

94 4.2 Staff Draft Zoning Ordinance/CIP Amendments Based on the comments received on the Zoning Ordinance/CIP analysis memo, RRM will prepare an initial draft of the Zoning Ordinance/CIP amendments for City staff review. The amendments will consist of changes necessary for consistency with policies in the blueprint and greenprint. The amendments will address topics identified in the Zoning Ordinance/CIP analysis memo, and be designed to maximize ease of understanding as well as to integrate with the existing Zoning Ordinance. The staff review draft Zoning Ordinance/CIP amendments will be reviewed in a meeting with City staff (see Tasks 5 and 6). Meetings and Deliverables Staff draft Zoning Ordinance/CIP amendments (electronic) Meetings as described in Tasks 5 and Administrative Draft Zoning Ordinance/CIP Amendments Based on a single, consolidated set of comments from City staff on the staff draft Zoning Ordinance/CIP amendments, RRM will prepare administrative draft Zoning Ordinance/CIP amendments for review with the GPAC and with Coastal Commission Staff (see Tasks 5 and 6). Meetings and Deliverables Administrative draft Zoning Ordinance/CIP amendments (electronic) Meetings as described in Tasks 5 and Public Review Draft Zoning Ordinance/CIP Amendments Based on a single, consolidated set of comments from City staff providing direction on how to address GPAC and Coastal Commission feedback on the administrative draft Zoning Ordinance/CIP amendments, RRM will prepare public review draft Zoning Ordinance/CIP amendments for review in a public workshop or study session (see Tasks 5 and 6). Conducting the workshop/study session with the Planning Commission or City Council ensures decision-maker involvement throughout the process and provides a public forum for community input to be heard and considered by the decision-makers. Meetings and Deliverables Public review draft Zoning Ordinance/CIP amendments (electronic) Meetings as described in Tasks 5 and 6 84 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

95 4.5 Public Hearing Draft Zoning Ordinance/CIP Amendments Based on a single, consolidated set of comments from City staff providing direction on how to address public and decision-maker feedback on the public review draft Zoning Ordinance/CIP amendments, RRM will prepare public hearing draft Zoning Ordinance/CIP amendments for public review and potential adoption. The public hearing draft Zoning Ordinance/CIP amendments will be considered in public hearings with local decision-makers (see Task 6). Meetings and Deliverables Public hearing draft Zoning Ordinance/CIP amendments (electronic) Hearings as described in Task Final Zoning Ordinance/CIP Amendments Based on City Council action and final text changes provided by staff, RRM will prepare the final Zoning Ordinance/CIP amendments for submission to the Coastal Commission for certification. Meetings and Deliverables Final Zoning Ordinance/CIP amendments (electronic) Optional Task 4.O Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance/CIP Update As an optional task, RRM can prepare a comprehensive update of Title 17, Zoning, and Zoning Map, creating a more effective and user-friendly Zoning Ordinance/CIP and zoning map in accordance with the goals and policies of the blueprint and greenprint, and consistent with state and federal law. A comprehensive update provides an opportunity to repurpose the Zoning Ordinance/CIP and zoning map as a more effective tool to provide the kind of development Morro Bay wants, consistent with the plans. Key components of this effort are summarized below. More detail may be provided should the City wish to pursue the comprehensive Zoning Ordinance/CIP and zoning map update. Technical Analysis and Diagnosis Memo. Conduct a technical review of the existing Zoning Ordinance/CIP to evaluate strengths, weaknesses, and possible changes. Review technical zoning issues, staff reports of controversial projects, the types of variances granted, and standard conditions imposed; meet with stakeholders to discuss strengths and weaknesses of the current ordinance; and prepare a diagnostic memo identifying areas of potential changes and distilling the key choices and options for the Zoning Ordinance/CIP update. Annotated Outline. Prepare an annotated outline of the Zoning Ordinance/CIP. The outline will provide the recommended framework for the new ordinance, retaining, amending, or discarding sections as necessary, and Work Plan 85

96 proposing new sections where needed to improve clarity and user-friendliness. The proposed framework will be structured so that the Zoning Ordinance/CIP can be updated and amended over time. Draft Regulations and Zoning Map. Preliminary regulations and a preliminary zoning map will be drafted based on the annotated outline and presented in discrete, discernible chunks of related sets of regulations to facilitate review and make the effort more approachable. Public Review Draft Zoning Ordinance/CIP and Zoning Map. Based on comments in the preliminary drafts of regulations, a public review draft Zoning Ordinance/CIP and zoning map will be prepared for public review and adoption. Final Zoning Ordinance/CIP and Zoning Map. After public review and adoption, a final Zoning Ordinance/CIP and zoning map will be prepared. Task 5: Community Engagement The following techniques for community engagement should be considered to achieve the goal of a representative and productive public participation process. While techniques may ultimately vary, the outcome of broad deliberative participation, leading to fruitful and purposeful discussions about big issues facing Morro Bay and a responsive plan, is desired. Community engagement is particularly important for the assessment of vulnerabilities and development of policy solutions. The general direction of these discussions is outlined below. Asset, Needs, and Sustainability Assessment Discussions Once the vision is established, attention should turn from the future desired state to the more pragmatic task of fixing known problems and anticipating future needs and risks. Discussions with neighborhood groups, community groups, service providers, and advisory committees will help the project team to identify Morro Bay s social, natural, and physical assets, as well as assess their ability to absorb changes such as housing affordability, job loss, climate change, natural and human-caused disasters, drops in tourism, environmental degradation, and loss of local businesses, both today as well as anticipated in the future. This assessment of needs and risks will help the project team identify policy solutions for the General Plan. The particular forums for these discussions are described below. The results of these discussions will support the development of the sustainability and resiliency index, which will provide the foundation for the proposed policy solutions. Policy Solution Discussions Drafts of proposed General Plan policies will be brought back to community groups and the GPAC for review, focusing on the topic areas where the greatest challenges to Morro Bay, and greatest opportunities for the future, are. These 86 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

97 focused policy discussions will help to answer remaining questions for community deliberation, providing input to the City Council as they weigh tradeoffs and make difficult policy decisions. The proposed components of a comprehensive community engagement campaign are outlined in the subtasks below. 5.1 General Plan Advisory Committee We understand that a GPAC has been convened, which will serve for a three-year period. The role of the committee is to provide input and guidance on the planning process by bringing technical expertise, knowledge of community issues, and the ability to represent key constituencies to City staff and the project team. Up to 16 committee meetings are anticipated, with up to two members of the consultant team in attendance at each meeting. Meetings and Deliverables Up to 16 GPAC meetings, agendas, presentations, and summaries 5.2 Visual Identity Michael Baker s graphic designers, in coordination with City staff, will create a unique graphic format and project branding to create a recognizable identity for the project and garner enthusiasm and unity. This involves a process of translating community personality, local culture, and unique environmental attributes into a graphic language of fonts, images, colors, and layout concepts. This template is then used for all project products, including the website, meeting materials, and planning documents. Meetings and Deliverables Visual identity concepts (electronic) 5.3 Website An inviting, user-friendly website will be important to the project. Michael Baker will create content for a robust information portal for residents to learn about and stay involved with the project. The website will include responses to frequently asked questions and serve as a repository for project documents as well as a virtual notice board for upcoming meetings. We recommend adding a webpage to the City s existing website as the hub for all project information. Surveys, social media, and other participation tools can be embedded in or linked to from the main project webpage. Meetings and Deliverables Website concepts and ongoing maintenance (electronic) Work Plan 87

98 5.4 Stakeholder Interviews and Discussions Time should be allocated to interview key stakeholders and convene group discussions when necessary. Michael Baker will conduct up to eight interviews to ensure that a broad range of perspectives are included in the conversation early on. We will work with City staff to develop a diverse list of participants. We will also invite focus group and stakeholder interview participants to play an active role throughout the process as project ambassadors. Based on the results of the interviews and focus groups, Michael Baker will identify community themes for the blueprint and greenprint plans in a memorandum. These themes represent the beginning organizational stage for issues, goals, and policies. Up to two members of the consultant team are anticipated to attend these meetings. Meetings and Deliverables Up to eight (8) stakeholder interviews and summary of key themes (electronic) 5.5 Neighborhood and Community Group Outreach Outreach to existing community groups and neighborhood organizations is desired in order to reach broad representation from the community at large. This effort is intended primarily to advertise and provide information about the project and to help drive participation and attendance in the project s community workshops and events. It is anticipated that one member of the consultant team would attend up to 16 community group meetings. Meetings and Deliverables Up to 16 neighborhood and community group meetings and summaries (electronic) 5.6 CityVoice Policy Area Surveys Surveys may be considered as an additional technique to ensure broad and diverse participation in the update process, particularly when focused on key policy issues. Once the vision s foundation is established, Michael Baker will distribute additional community-wide surveys (either additional voice surveys via CityVoice or online surveys using a tool such as MySidewalk or SurveyMonkey), which may be used to provide an opportunity for community members to review and refine proposed plan content. It is anticipated that up to three policy area surveys will be conducted. Meetings and Deliverables Up to three (3) policy area surveys and summaries (electronic) Optional Task 5.O Additional CityVoice Collaboration As an optional task, Michael Baker can facilitate additional coordination with CityVoice to assist in completing the community engagement program. We understand from discussion at the pre-proposal meeting that the City is considering extending its relationship with CityVoice based on the success of the initial Vision and Values exercise. 88 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

99 Michael Baker staff has contacted CityVoice to determine what level of additional cost may be required to support use of CityVoice technology and software to assist on Tasks 1.2 and 5.6 of this proposed work program. Based on our initial consultation, we anticipate the approximate fee for CityVoice to support the work program to be $5,000. This cost is included as an optional component of our work program and may be added to our work scope or covered through another means available to the City. Task 6: Meetings and Project Management The following work items describe tasks we will undertake to manage the project to a timely, successful, and costeffective conclusion, and the various venues we will use to meet with City staff and decision-makers to consider and identify strategies at key benchmarks throughout the project. 6.1 Project Management Project management is an ongoing work effort by the project management team (City and Michael Baker project managers and technical and task leads) that ensures the project adheres to schedule and budget parameters. Additionally, this group provides leadership and guidance to overcome or take advantage of any challenges or opportunities presented during the project s duration. This task provides for overall project management, coordination of team members and tasks, preparation of project updates, consultation with City staff, team meetings, and invoices. It includes conference calls every other week throughout the project to review tasks in progress, share information, and review key milestones and deliverables. Additional communication with the City team by and phone will occur throughout the project, independent from the scheduled calls. Meetings and Deliverables Biweekly project team conference calls 6.2 City Staff Meetings (up to 10) Members of the Michael Baker team will meet in person with City staff to supplement the project management calls identified in Task 6.1. Up to 10 City staff meetings are anticipated throughout the course of the project. Meetings and Deliverables Up to 10 City staff meetings, agendas, and summaries 6.3 California Coastal Commission Staff Meetings (up to 6) The City will coordinate with Coastal Commission staff to create an LCP that will meet local needs and address issues of statewide importance. The City has initiated discussions with Coastal Commission staff and anticipates ongoing coordination and collaboration. As part of the project, the Michael Baker team will meet with regional Coastal Work Plan 89

100 Commission contacts to discuss the LCP update process and set clear goals and expectations for coordination and engagement and engage Coastal Commission staff in early review of technical analyses and draft reports to ensure the commission s priorities are achieved in the development of the coastal LUP and implementing ordinances. Up to six meetings are anticipated. Meetings and Deliverables Up to six (6) Coastal Commission staff meetings, agendas, and summaries 6.4 Study Sessions (up to 6) The Michael Baker team will conduct study sessions before the Planning Commission or Planning Commission Advisory Committee to review key milestones throughout the project. At the City s discretion, we recommend that the City Council participate as desired, making these sessions joint study sessions. It is anticipated that up to six study sessions with the Planning Commission and/or the City Council will be conducted throughout the project. Meetings and Deliverables Up to six (6) study sessions, presentations, and summaries (electronic) 6.5 Public Hearings (up to 4) Public hearings before the Planning Commission and the City Council are required to adopt the blueprint, the greenprint, and the CIP. Key members of the Michael Baker team will attend up to four public hearings to support review and adoption of project components. Meetings and Deliverables Up to four (4) public hearings, presentations, and summaries 6.6 Grant Administration The Michael Baker team has additional experience administering complex grants and will work with the City, the Ocean Protection Council, and California Coastal Commission to successfully administer the grants through the life of the project. We will assist in all phases of grant administration, including monitoring, to ensure billed activities are consistent with grant guidelines. This task provides for grant management and administration tasks to assist the City in preparing and submitting required financial and progress reports to the granting agencies, and leading the City through the grant closeout process. Meetings and Deliverables Grant progress reports, invoices, and meetings as directed by City staff (electronic) 90 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

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103 Schedule of Performance The schedule of performance identified below outlines a path to complete the project within two years, with anticipated startup in January 2016 and completion by or before December This schedule is designed to align with the schedules for the City s Ocean Protection Council and California Coastal Commission grants, and matches the process diagram presented with our proposed work plan. The schedule is flexible, based on our project understanding and the City s needs and resources, and can be either shortened or extended as needed at the project kickoff meeting. Qtr/Year Phase/Task Start Date End Date TASK 1: PROJECT INITIATION AND VISIONING Q Project Kickoff January 2016 January 2016 Q CityVoice Community Visioning (started September 2015) Ongoing March 2016 TASK 2: BLUEPRINT AND GREENPRINT PREPARATION Q1-Q Community Baseline Assessment January 2016 June 2016 Q Key Issues and Policies April 2016 June 2016 Q Alternatives Analysis July 2016 September 2016 Q Administrative Draft Blueprint and Greenprint Plans October 2016 December 2016 Q2-Q Public Review Draft Blueprint and Greenprint Plans (includes 45-day public review) May 2017 July 2017 Q Final Blueprint and Greenprint Plans December 2017 December 2017 TASK 3: ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT Q NOP/Scoping Meeting/Agency Consultation (includes 30-day public review) October 2016 December 2016 Q1-Q Administrative Draft Program EIR January 2017 April 2017 Q2-Q Public Review Draft Program EIR (includes 45-day public review) May 2017 July 2017 Q3-Q Responses to Comments/Final Program EIR August 2017 October 2017 (includes 10-day review) TASK 4: ZONING ORDINANCE UPDATE AND COASTAL IMPLEMENTATION PLAN Q Identify Proposed Zoning Ordinance/CIP Revisions October 2016 December 2016 Q Staff Draft Zoning Ordinance/CIP Amendments January 2017 February 2017 Q Administrative Draft Zoning Ordinance/CIP Amendments February 2017 March 2017 Schedule of Performance 91

104 Qtr/Year Phase/Task Start Date End Date Q2-Q Public Review Draft Zoning Ordinance and CIP Amendments (includes 45-day public review) May 2017 July 2017 Q3-Q Public Hearing Draft Zoning Ordinance/CIP Amendments August 2017 October 2017 Q Final Zoning Ordinance/CIP Amendments December 2017 December 2017 TASK 5: COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Q Q General Plan Advisory Committee (up to 16 monthly meetings, started September 2015) Ongoing December 2017 Q Visual Identity January 2016 February 2016 Ongoing 5.3 Website February 2016 December 2017 Q Stakeholder Interviews and Discussions February 2016 February 2016 Q1-Q Neighborhood and Community Group Outreach March 2016 June CityVoice Policy Area Surveys Q Alternatives August 2016 September 2016 Q2-Q Draft Plan Review June 2017 July 2017 TASK 6: MEETINGS AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT Ongoing 6.1 Project Management January 2016 December 2017 Ongoing Q Q City Staff Meetings (up to 10 bimonthly meetings throughout process) 6.3 California Coastal Commission Meetings (up to 6 meetings as-needed throughout process) March 2016 November 2017 February 2016 May Study Sessions Introduction February 2016 February 2016 Q Q Community Vision Key Issues and Policies Alternatives April 2016 June 2016 August 2016 April 2016 June 2016 August 2016 Preferred Alternative September 2016 September 2016 Public Review Draft Plans July 2017 July 2017 Q Public Hearings (up to 4 hearings) October 2017 December 2017 Ongoing 6.6 Grant Administration January 2016 December Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

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107 Items Required from the City Michael Baker International does not anticipate that any additional information that is not reasonably available to City staff through the normal course of business will be required to complete the proposed work program. Michael Baker project staff will prepare a comprehensive report and data needs list for City staff consideration and we will review the list together at the project kickoff meeting. At this time, no additional items or resources not listed in the RFP are required to complete our response relative to the scope and fee proposed. In terms of work requested from City staff to support the work program, we anticipate that needs associated with the work program may include, but are not limited to, the following: Coordinate and facilitate participation and engagement of City staff across departments to support a collaborative and meaningful update that advances City objectives beyond the domain of traditional planning. Collection and transfer of data requested by the Michael Baker team at the project kickoff meeting. Scheduling of meeting locations for City staff meetings and Coastal Commission staff meetings identified in the work plan. Serve as primary contact for City Council and the media related to the project. Michael Baker staff will only interact with the media as directed or requested by City staff. Scheduling, noticing, and coordination of all audio-visual (AV) services for public meetings, workshops, and study sessions held with the GPAC, Planning Commission, City Council, and broader community. Provide official meeting minutes and prepare and distribute staff reports for official meetings of the GPAC, Planning Commission, other City Commissions, and the City Council related to the project. Michael Baker will provide meeting summaries and action items City staff may use as the basis for these materials. Assistance in identifying key stakeholders and community and neighborhood groups to meet with to identify and discuss key community issues and policies. Providing Michael Baker with one set of consolidated comments on each deliverable and resolving any conflicts among comments from multiple reviewers prior to providing comments to Michael Baker. Several deliverables will be presented to the GPAC for discussion. We recommend that the GPAC advise staff regarding desired content of the reports, and that City staff direct any revisions to the contents of deliverables (i.e., the GPAC will not provide independent direction to Michael Baker). Coordination of required SB 18 and AB 52 tribal consultation. Michael Baker will provide sample letters and other documents required to support the consultation process. Participation in ongoing project team conference calls and meetings. Items Required from the City 93

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111 Fee Schedule The Michael Baker team s proposed fee schedule is provided at the end of this section and identifies team member levels, hourly rates, estimated hours per task, total number of hours and cost, and subconsultant and direct costs. As identified in the attached budget, Michael Baker proposes to complete the tasks identified in our work program for the City of Morro Bay General Plan, Local Coastal Program, Zoning Ordinance Update and EIR work program for a budget of $806,138. This budget is aligned with expectations established by City staff in the April 14, 2015, presentation to the City Council for the project. If identified as a desired task by the City, the optional additional collaboration with CityVoice would add $5,000 to the fee. A comprehensive Zoning Ordinance update would add $80,000 to $140,000 to the project fee. Our objective in assembling the budget is to provide a realistic assessment of the effort required to complete the work items identified in the RFP. We understand that City staff and the City Council intend to continue working to secure additional funding to support additional components of the work program, including but not limited to supplemental community engagement activities. Therefore, the work program and budget remain flexible at this time and will be adjusted as needed to meet City needs and priorities. Payments would be made on a monthly basis based on actual time spent by Michael Baker team staff toward completion of project tasks in the previous month. Michael Baker will provide an annotated progress report with each invoice that allows the City to identify task progress associated with each payment. Cost Assumptions With the objective of ensuring clarity about the proposal, Michael Baker has prepared the following assumptions for our scope of work that explain the basis for the cost and effort to implement the work scope. The topics and scope of studies completed as part of the community baseline assessment will be confirmed through an initial meeting with City staff. Michael Baker has scoped and budgeted for the studies described in the RFP. Our scope and budget estimate relies primarily on existing studies, databases, and the data identified in the RFP and throughout this proposal. It does not include costs associated with biological or other field surveys beyond basic reconnaissance. Our scope and budget do not specify costs for mass printing and distribution of general plan publications (e.g., draft reports, newsletters, notices). Fee Schedule 95

112 The work scope assumes up to 16 GPAC meetings, with each meeting to be attended by two Michael Baker staff members: (1) the project manager, who will serve as the meeting moderator, and (2) the assistant project manager, a technical expert, or a dedicated note-taker. Michael Baker will prepare meeting agendas, presentations, and summaries. Michael Baker assumes that the City will be responsible for securing meeting locations, logistics, and noticing. The work scope assumes that two Michael Baker staff members and one representative of each of the consultant team members will be present at public hearings before the Planning Commission and City Council. We will assist City staff in preparing a presentation for the public hearings. Michael Baker further assumes that Planning Commission comments and recommended revisions to work products will be presented as an addendum in the staff report to the Council, not as revised documents. The scope of work assumes up to 10 project management meetings with City staff. The budget for direct costs represents our best estimate of internal costs for travel, supplies and materials, and other miscellaneous costs. Our cost estimate is based on the proposed 24-month schedule included in this proposal. Should significant delay (more than 120 days) occur for reasons beyond our control, additional charges may apply to the remaining work, based on labor rates in effect at the time of the delay. 96 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

113 Michael Baker International Subconsultants Tasks Project Director Project Manager Assistant Project Manager Senior Engineer Senior Planner - Tech Specialist, Landscape Senior Planner / Facilitator Associate Planner / Facilitator Assistant Planner GIS / Tech Editor Admin Support Total Hours Total Labor Direct Costs Moffatt and Nichol Rincon CCTC RRM Design EAM Total Budget $200 $165 $125 $200 $150 $135 $100 $90 $90 $65 1. PROJECT INITIATION AND VISIONING $11,975 $445 $4,783 $2,816 $1,507 $1,056 $- $22, Project Kickoff $3,165 $445 $4,783 $2,816 $1,507 $1,056 $- $13, CityVoice Community Visioning $8,810 $- $- $- $- $- $- $8, BLUEPRINT AND GREENPRINT PREPARATION $214,950 $- $126,852 $27,165 $75,152 $- $12,100 $456, Community Baseline Assessment $105,800 $- $111,593 $11,094 $28,226 $- $7,700 $264,412 Blueprint $53,830 $- $- $2,525 $28,226 $- $6,600 $91,181 Greenprint $51,970 $- $111,593 $8,569 $- $- $1,100 $173, Key Issues $9,910 $- $2,279 $1,958 $3,905 $- $1,100 $19, Blueprint and Greenprint Alternatives Analysis $18,410 $- $2,279 $2,662 $24,750 $- $- $48, Administrative Draft Blueprint and Greenprint Plans $52,625 $- $4,558 $9,130 $13,530 $- $2,200 $82,043 Blueprint $25,340 $- $- $3,691 $13,530 $- $1,100 $43,661 Greenprint $27,285 $- $4,558 $5,440 $- $- $1,100 $38, Public Review Draft Blueprint and Greenprint Plans $19,025 $- $3,071 $1,271 $4,741 $- $550 $28, Final Blueprint and Greenprint Plans $9,180 $- $3,071 $1,051 $- $- $550 $13, ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT $6,300 $200 $- $85,514 $4,268 $- $- $96, NOP, Scoping Meeting, and Agency Consultation $1,160 $200 $- $7,909 $- $- $- $9, Administrative Draft Program EIR $1,990 $- $- $61,116 $4,268 $- $- $67, Public Review Draft Program EIR $1,160 $- $- $6,589 $- $- $- $7, Responses to Comments/Final Program EIR $1,990 $- $- $9,900 $- $- $- $11, ZONING ORDINANCE UPDATE AND COASTAL IMP. PLAN $4,080 $- $- $- $- $41,360 $- $45, Identify Proposed Zoning Ordinance and CIP Revisions $- $- $- $- $- $6,072 $- $6, Staff Draft Zoning Ordinance/CIP Amendments $1,470 $- $- $- $- $19,976 $- $21, Administrative Draft Zoning Ordinance/CIP Amendments $870 $- $- $- $- $3,696 $- $4, Public Review Draft Zoning Ordinance/CIP Amendments $870 $- $- $- $- $6,072 $- $6, Public Hearing Draft Zoning Ordinance/CIP Amendments $870 $- $- $- $- $3,168 $- $4, Final Draft Zoning Ordinance/CIP Amendments $- $- $- $- $- $2,376 $- $2,376 Fee Schedule 97

114 Michael Baker International Subconsultants Tasks Project Director Project Manager Assistant Project Manager Senior Engineer Senior Planner - Tech Specialist, Landscape Senior Planner / Facilitator Associate Planner / Facilitator Assistant Planner GIS / Tech Editor Admin Support Total Hours Total Labor Direct Costs Moffatt and Nichol Rincon CCTC RRM Design EAM Total Budget $200 $165 $125 $200 $150 $135 $100 $90 $90 $65 5. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT $66,210 $4,000 $- $- $- $1,320 $- $71, General Plan Advisory Committee (up to 16 meetings) $29,930 $3,000 $- $- $- $1,320 $- $34, Visual Identity $6,860 $- $- $- $- $- $- $6, Website $7,400 $- $- $- $- $- $- $7, Stakeholder Interviews and Discussions $4,620 $- $- $- $- $- $- $4, Neighborhood and Community Group Outreach $13,260 $1,000 $- $- $- $- $- $14, CityVoice Policy Area Surveys $4,140 $- $- $- $- $- $- $4, MEETINGS AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT $38,100 $5,400 $33,249 $21,992 $6,809 $7,436 $1,100 $114, Project Management (up to min. conf. calls) $12,480 $- $7,161 $15,656 $3,014 $1,100 $1,100 $40, City Staff Meetings (up to 10) $4,760 $2,000 $15,633 $2,816 $1,507 $1,320 $- $28, Coastal Commission Staff Meetings (up to 6) $5,170 $1,200 $5,672 $- $781 $1,320 $- $14, Study Sessions (up to 6) $5,960 $1,200 $- $- $- $2,376 $- $9, Public Hearings (up to 4) $5,230 $1,000 $4,783 $3,520 $1,507 $1,320 $- $17, Grant Administration $4,500 $- $- $- $- $- $- $4,500 Total Hours / Budget $341,615 $10,045 $164,883 $137,487 $87,736 $51,172 $13,200 $806,138 OPTIONAL TASKS 4.O Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance/CIP Update $- $- $- $- $- 5.O Additional CityVoice Collaboration $- $5,000 $- $- $- $- $- $5,000 $80k- $140k $- $80k- $140k The above per task costs are based upon our best estimate of time needed. Actual time spent on individual tasks may not meet or may exceed such estimates. We reserve the right to transfer unused budget from one task to another if necessary. The total estimated budget will not be exceeded without proper authorization. 98 Proposal to the City of Morro Bay

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117 Tammy L. Seale, Principal Project Director Ms. Seale is a principal with Michael Baker International and director of the Sustainability and Climate Change Services team. She has over 20 years of experience of environmental and land use planning experience as a practitioner, researcher, and educator. Ms. Seale is a leader in the field, working to inform and expand the practice and provide practical, effective, and sustainable strategies to address climate change in communities. Ms. Seale serves as a project director, manager, or advisor for comprehensive planning projects in the areas of sustainability, climate action planning, resiliency, and resource conservation planning. She has overseen the preparation of more than 60 climate and energy action plans. Education MSP, Urban and Regional Planning Florida State University, Tallahassee BA, Environmental Conservation University of Colorado, Boulder Relevant Project Experience City of Huntington Beach, Sustainability Action Plan, Coastal Resiliency Plan, Task Leader. As part of the General Plan update, Michael Baker is conducting a sea level rise vulnerability assessment (with support from Moffatt & Nichol), a Coastal Resiliency Plan, and a Sustainability Action Plan (SAP). SAP measures will be developed based on community and staff input through the outreach processes, the firm s experience in similar communities, guidance from the State of California, and best practices. The SAP actions will implement General Plan sustainability goals and policies, and emphasize actions with measurable benefits. The SAP will integrate economic development, water and energy conservation, waste reduction and recycling, alternative and active transportation, open space preservation, and GHG emissions from both new development and existing uses. The SAP will be complemented by the Coastal Resiliency Plan and the sea level rise vulnerability assessment. The Coastal Resiliency Plan may include a climate-resilient vision for the city, guiding principles for resilience, preparedness goals, and preparedness actions for each planning area. Potential measures may include engineering resilience, ecological resilience, and community resilience. Professional Affiliations and Service American Planning Association (APA), Member and San Luis Obispo County Sub-Section Director Association of Environmental Professionals (AEP), Member AEP Climate Change Committee Citizens Planning Academy, San Luis Obispo County, Steering Committee Chair and Lecturer, 2012 present UN-HABITAT Cities & Climate Change Initiative, Expert Group for City Climate Action Plan Guidelines, 2015 Papers and Publications Boswell, Michael R., Adrienne I. Greve, and Tammy L. Seale Climate Change Planning. In Elgar Companion to Sustainable Cities: Strategies, Methods and Outlook, edited by D. Mazmanian and H. Blanco, pp Northampton, MA: Edward Elgar Publishing. Boswell, Michael R., Adrienne I. Greve, and Tammy L. Seale Local Climate Action Planning. Washington, DC: Island Press. Team Member since

118 City of Morro Bay, On-Call Planning Services, 2008 present. Manage Michael Baker s team of on-call staff to provide associate- and senior-level land use, coastal development, environmental planning, land use permitting, outreach, strategic planning, and grant writing services. City of Laguna Woods, Climate Adaptation Plan, Project Director. Advised the team, supported project manager, and coordinated with city manager throughout project. Development of the adaptation plan involved a robust vulnerability assessment followed by policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, and strategy development. City of San Luis Obispo, Climate Action Plan Update, Project Manager. Managed Michael Baker team collaboration with City staff to complete the administrative draft CAP. The team s assistance included an updated forecast of the City s GHG emissions based on the City s preferred growth scenario, identification of an achievable GHG reduction goal of at least 15 percent below 2005 baseline emissions levels by 2020, updates to reduction measures, quantification of the City s GHG reduction measures and existing GHG reduction efforts based on program results, peer-reviewed research, and best practices. San Luis Obispo County, EnergyWise Plan (Climate Action Plan), Project Manager. Led development of the County s climate action plan, an implementation program of the Conservation and Open Space Element (COSE). The plan provides a 2020 GHG reduction target, GHG reduction strategies to reduce emissions from energy, transportation, waste, and agricultural sectors, climate adaptation policies, and an implementation and monitoring program. San Luis Obispo County, Renewable Energy Streamlining Project (RESP), Project Manager and Principal in Charge. Led project team to develop the RESP, which includes an update to the General Plan and Land Use Ordinance (LUO) to provide specific, clear, and consistent guidance for the permitting of renewable energy projects in the unincorporated county. The project team prepared an opportunities and constraints analysis, renewable energy policy development, focused stakeholder engagement, and an EIR. San Luis Obispo County, Conservation and Open Space Element Update and Environmental Impact Report, Project Manager. Led preparation of the COSE, which consolidated and updated existing General Plan elements, including the Conservation, Esthetic, Historic, Open Space, and Energy elements, and integrated new issues and policies, such as GHG emissions reductions, climate change response and adaptation, and sustainability. Santa Barbara County, Energy and Climate Action Plan Technical Assistance, Project Manager. Directed project team to provide technical assistance and community engagement services to County staff in support of plan preparation and adoption. Technical assistance included preparation of a baseline inventory and forecast updates, quantification of GHG reduction measures with costs and benefits, preparation of a plan monitoring tool and implementation program, and development of a feasibility tool for measure prioritization and selection. 2

119 Jeffrey A. Henderson, AICP Project Manager Mr. Henderson is a senior planner at Michael Baker International with experience preparing and managing general plan updates, sustainability and climate action plans, community master plans, CEQA documents, and strategic plans. He has 20 years of experience providing land use and environmental planning services. His technical and management experience includes substantial roles in more than 20 general plan update programs, more than 18 climate action plans (CAPs), and large-scale community master plans in both Northern and Southern California. Education Professional Affiliations and Service American Institute of Certified Planners American Planning Association, Sacramento Valley Section Secretary Association of Environmental Professionals Team Member since 2012 Master of Urban Planning University of Washington BA, Sociology Whittier College, Whittier, CA Relevant Project Experience * Denotes projects completed prior to joining Michael Baker International. City of Huntington Beach, General Plan Update, Sustainability Action Plan, and Environmental Impact Report, Project Manager. Leading project team efforts to complete technical reports spanning 11 diverse topics; prepare a community vision and guiding principles; develop and implement a comprehensive community engagement program; facilitate topic-specific task forces and a General Plan Advisory Committee; develop goals, policies, and implementation actions; prepare the updated General Plan, Sustainability Action Plan, and Coastal Resiliency Plan; coordinate production of the General Plan EIR; and present findings and recommendations to the Planning Commission and City Council. Important topics considered in this work program include maintaining consistency between the General Plan and the City s many specific plans, repositioning industrial uses to be competitive in the regional market, responding to community concern for wetlands and other sensitive resources, identifying opportunities to address contributions to climate change and effects of sea level rise, recycling closed school sites, and positioning the City to update its Local Coastal Program. 1

120 City of Hermosa Beach, General Plan Update and Environmental Impact Report, Project Manager. Leading community engagement and public presentations, a beach user survey, project team coordination, preparation of the General Plan EIR, preparation of the electronic General Plan document, and coordination with the California Coastal Commission. Funded by the California Strategic Growth Council, this project addresses a local decision to allow oil drilling, how best to adapt the community to sea level rise, and opportunities to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and improve residents overall health. City of Laguna Woods, Safety Element and Conservation Element Updates, Project Manager. Coordinating the project team and subconsultants, reviewing draft documents with responsible agencies (e.g., Governor s Office of Emergency Services (CalOES), Board of Forestry, California Geological Survey, water agencies), and lead author for the updated Safety and Conservation Elements and accompanying CEQA Negative Declarations. This update responds to changes in California Government Code requirements, as well as legislation pertaining to wildfire, flooding, earthquake hazards, GHG emissions, and sustainable groundwater. Mono County, Resource Efficiency Plan, Project Manager. Led preparation of a Resource Efficiency Plan for Mono County, funded by the Strategic Growth Council. The project included preparation of 2005 and 2010 emissions inventories for both community-wide and County activities, development of policies and actions, identification of co-benefits of the programs and actions that align with local and state development and conservation priorities, an implementation and monitoring tool, and CEQA analysis of GHG emissions and energy use. Resource Efficiency Plan policies and actions are incorporated within the County General Plan. Solano County, Climate Action Plan and Sea Level Rise Strategic Program, Project Manager.* Responsible for preparation of a CAP and sea-level rise adaptation plan for the unincorporated portions of Solano County. Coordinated public outreach, supervised preparation of technical analysis, and presented the plan to the County Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors. City of Santa Clara, Climate Action Plan, Project Manager. Led development of a CAP to address both GHG emissions reductions and economic development opportunities in Santa Clara. Presented the plan to a stakeholder working group, Planning Commission, and City Council. The plan included an interactive MS Excelbased emissions monitoring tool developed to track both annual changes in activity data driving the GHG emissions inventory, and annual changes to progress indicators identified for each CAP measure resulting in emissions reductions. The plan also presented an innovative approach to managing vehicle emissions through Traffic Demand Management programs. Burbank2035: City of Burbank General Plan Update, Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan, and Environmental Impact Report, Project Manager.* Responsible for preparation of a comprehensive General Plan update, GHG reduction plan, and program EIR for the City. Responsible for preparation of General Plan background reports and elements, technical and policy work associated with the GHG reduction plan, preparation of the program EIR associated with the project, conduct of community meetings and workshops, and presentations to the Planning Board and City Council. 2

121 City of Salinas, General Plan Update and Environmental Impact Report, Assistant Project Manager.* Responsible for preparing and presenting land use alternatives, conducting community meetings, and managing GIS mapping and analysis associated with the project. The program included substantial community participation through visioning workshops, City Council district meetings, topic group workshops, Citizen Advisory Committee meetings, and joint City Council/Planning Commission study sessions. City of Sunnyvale, Climate Action Plan, Land Use and Transportation Element, and EIR, Project Manager. Michael Baker is working with the City to develop a Climate Action Plan (CAP), Land Use and Transportation Element (LUTE), and EIR. The documents tiered off of the existing 1997 LUTE as well as subsequently adopted specific plans, major rezoning actions, other studies, and related environmental documents. The EIR will be analyzing the impacts of all policies and programs pursuant to CEQA, and the CAP, LUTE, and EIR together will serve as programmatic tiering documents for subsequent projects. Along with all three efforts, Michael Baker is conducting an extensive public outreach and engagement effort. City of West Hollywood, General Plan Update, Environmental Impact Report and Climate Action Plan, Project Manager.* Assisted the City to complete an EIR and CAP for its General Plan update. Responsible for technical and policy work associated with the CAP, incorporation of the CAP into the General Plan EIR, and multiple presentations to the Planning Commission and City Council. City of Citrus Heights, General Plan Update, Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan and Environmental Impact Report, Project Manager.* Assisted the City with an update of its 2000 General Plan with a focus on climate change/sustainability issues resulting from Assembly Bill (AB) 32 and Senate Bill (SB) 375, circulation and mobility issues, water quality and low impact development issues, and flood control legislation. Oversaw all aspects of the project, including development of the General Plan update, GHG Reduction Plan, and program EIR, and made multiple presentations to the community, the Planning Commission, and the City Council. Solano County, General Plan Update and Environmental Impact Report, Assistant Project Manager.* Responsible for preparing and presenting land use alternatives, preparing General Plan background reports and elements, preparing the program EIR associated with the project, conducting community meetings and workshops, and managing GIS mapping and analysis associated with this General Plan update program addressing unincorporated Solano County. Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG), Subregional Climate Action Plan Development and Implementation, Project Manager. Managed the first phase of this Strategic Growth Council-funded work program to develop a subregional CAP for 17 cities in western Riverside County. Currently managing the second phase of the project, funded by the Southern California Association of Governments, to implement the subregional plan by adding an adaptation chapter, incorporating public health metrics, developing model code sections and policies, and building an implementation and monitoring tool. Responsible for coordination of the project team, interactions with WRCOG and local agency staff from 17 jurisdictions; technical oversight of development of GHG emissions inventories, projections, targets, and reduction measures; and more than 20 presentations to the WRCOG 3

122 Planning Directors Technical Advisory Committee, City Managers Technical Advisory Committee, and Executive Committee. Butte County, Climate Action Plan, Project Manager. Led development of a CAP, including preparation of a GHG emissions inventory, measures and actions to reduce emissions through existing land uses and in the agricultural sector, a multi-part engagement campaign, and an Addendum to the County s 2030 General Plan EIR. Rather than drawing from standard programs or regulations for urban areas, the plan promotes agriculture as a key sector for achieving meaningful emissions reductions. City of Dublin, Climate Action Plan, Project Manager. Led preparation of a CAP and subsequent update to the CAP, including development of 2005 and 2010 emissions inventories and emissions reduction measures and actions based on existing City activities and programs. Led City coordination with the Bay Area Air Quality Management District relative to the CAP. City of Los Altos, Climate Action Plan, Project Manager. Led preparation of a CAP for Los Altos, including peer review of a 2005 emissions inventory, development of reduction measures and actions for all emissions sectors and sources, a monitoring and tracking tool, and a CEQA Mitigated Negative Declaration for the plan. Delivered numerous presentations regarding the plan to the City s Environmental Commission and City Council. City of Milpitas, Climate Action Plan, Project Manager. Prepared a CAP, CEQA Negative Declaration, and implementation and monitoring tool. Delivered multiple presentations to the City Planning Commission and City Council. Led City coordination with the Bay Area Air Quality Management District relative to the CAP. City of Elk Grove, Climate Action Plan, Project Manager. Led presentation of the CAP and General Plan Sustainability Element to the Sacramento Air Quality Management District and City Council. Advised City staff regarding project-level CEQA tiering from the plan based on a checklist that allows projects to demonstrate consistency with the plan s forecast and mitigation assumptions. City of Mission Viejo, Sustainability Action Plan, Project Manager.* Led preparation of a sustainability action plan in tandem with updates to the City s Conservation and Open Space Element, including development of a 2005 emissions inventory and emissions reduction measures and actions. Presented findings and recommendations to the City Council at multiple study sessions. City of Roseville, Community-Wide Sustainability Action Plan, Project Manager.* Led preparation of the sustainability action plan, which included a community-wide inventory of baseline emissions, programs, and policies to reduce emissions from all sources and sectors, and a mechanism to quantitatively track emissions reductions. Facilitated a 36-member action committee to increase awareness of the community s sustainability efforts and responsibilities. 4

123 Christopher A. Read Assistant Project Manager Mr. Read manages and assists with management of a variety of comprehensive and environmental planning projects with an emphasis on land use planning, climate change and sustainability, climate change adaptation, hazard mitigation, community engagement, and housing. With six years of experience, he combines his academic training as a social scientist with his professional training as a sustainability planner to think critically about the complex interaction between the natural environment, the built environment, regulatory framework, public opinion, demographics, and policy. Education MA, City and Regional Planning California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo MA, Sociology University of Kansas, Lawrence BA, Sociology; BA, Philosophy University of Nevada, Las Vegas Relevant Project Experience * Denotes projects completed prior to joining Michael Baker International. City of Laguna Woods, Comprehensive General Plan Update. Assistant project manager for the comprehensive General Plan update, including all mandatory elements and an economic vitality element. Authored and reviewed background reports including GHG inventory, public safety and resilience, water quality and supply, biological resources, energy, air quality, and solid waste. Reviewed sections completed by technical leads for internal consistency, completeness, and consistency with the City s climate change adaptation plan framework. City of Hermosa Beach, General Plan Update. Authored numerous General Plan background reports including Hazards and Hazardous Materials, Geology and Soils, Minerals, and Hydrology and Water Quality. Authored several General Plan sections, including sea level rise and hazard resiliency. Assisted with developing climate change adaptation sections. Lead author of hazards and hydrology sections of the General Plan s programmatic environmental impact report. Professional Affiliations and Service San Luis Obispo County Bicycle Coalition, Advocacy Committee Member ( ) California Chapter, APA, Board of Directors, Student Representative ( ) Morro Bay National Estuary Program Water Quality Monitor ( ) Publications Global Changes, Local Impacts: California's adaptation tools are helping its cities address climate change. Planning. Lectures and Presentations Creating Adaptive Communities: Lessons in Planning and Communication National Adaptation Forum, St. Louis, MO. Adapting to an Older California: Building Resiliency Today for Tomorrow s Demographics California Adaptation Forum, Sacramento. Planning for Natural Hazards and Climate Change Citizens Planning Academy, San Luis Obispo, CA. Climate Change Adaptation. Guest Lecturer, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, 2014 Local Climate Action Planning Class. Team Member since

124 Lectures and Presentations (continued) Climate Change Adaptation. Guest Lecturer, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, 2014 Local Climate Action Planning Class. Give Your Plan a Face Lift: Practical Approaches to Data Visualization American Planning Association California Chapter Conference, Visalia. A Field Guide to Climate Action Planning American Planning Association California Chapter Conference, Visalia. His and Her Katrina: Finding Gender in Disaster Annual Meeting of the Midwest Sociological Society, Des Moines, IA. Awards and Honors California Planning Foundation Outstanding Student Scholarship, 2010 US Gender and Disaster Resilience Alliance First Place, National Research Award, 2010 Project Awards CAPtivate: A Healthy Western Riverside County California APA Award for Innovation in Green Community Planning, 2015 Inland Empire APA Award for Green Community Planning, 2015 City of Huntington Beach, General Plan Update. Lead author of the Environmental Resources and Conservation Element. Assisted with review and integration of a sea level rise study into the General Plan. Prepared for and attended General Plan Technical Advisory Committee meetings. City of Morro Bay, Housing Element Update. Technical lead on existing regulatory framework, housing needs and constraints, housing sites inventory, and energy conservation sections. Assisted with community outreach including in-person stakeholder meetings and attendance and participation at all public meetings and hearings. City of Morro Bay, Ocean Protection Council Grant Application. Worked with the City on all aspects of the grant application process to apply for and successfully procure a $250,000 local coastal program sea level rise adaptation grant through the Ocean Protection Council. Also provided City of Morro Bay, Morro Bay Downtown Enhancement Project. As part of the Cal Poly City and Regional Planning graduate studio (CRP 553), led a team of fellow students to assess existing conditions, conduct community outreach, and develop conceptual plans and design standards for downtown enhancement. Presented findings to the planning commission. Previous Experience Lisa Wise Consulting, Inc., San Luis Obispo, Associate Planner. Provided support to visioning, public outreach program methodology and design, demographics research, program and project funding research, local and state regulation research, environmental document preparation for policylevel projects, document management, graphic design, and marketing. Cal Poly Corporation: Community Safety and Sustainability Group, San Luis Obispo, Research Assistant. Provided support to the 2010 California State Hazard Mitigation Plan. City of Henderson, NV, Recreation Manager. Recreational facility management, scheduling, budgeting, interdepartmental coordination, program creation and management, and human resources tasks. 2

125 Loreli Cappel Senior Planner/Facilitator Ms. Cappel leads Michael Baker International s Urban Revitalization and Design team. She is an experienced project manager skilled in several facets of planning, including urban design, visioning, downtown revitalization, and master and specific planning, as well as facilitating and integrating public outreach into the planning process. Ms. Cappel s passion for community design runs deep. Her interest in developing and preserving well-designed public space in imaginative new ways is aimed to shape urban design fabrics that produce unique, livable communities. Education BS, City and Regional Planning, Urban Design & Transportation Planning California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo Relevant Project Experience San Luis Obispo Council of Governments, Salinas River Trail Master Plan. Served as outreach lead, planning specialist, and public facilitator for community outreach services for the Master Plan. This project involved a comprehensive outreach strategy for engaging the community, key property owners, and stakeholders in the planning effort. The community involvement strategy comprised a series of 20 stakeholder meetings, steering committee meetings, and three public workshops. The outreach effort included all messaging, media communication, social media, website maintenance, online surveys, and public noticing. The process of engaging the community and stakeholders in the master plan process involved fun and interactive mapping exercises and preference surveys to collaboratively develop trail alignments for the plan. San Luis Obispo Council of Governments, Edna-Price Canyon Anza Trail. Serving as outreach lead and public facilitator for community outreach services for this project. Has collaboratively designed and orchestrated a comprehensive outreach strategy for engaging the community, key property owners, and stakeholders in the planning effort for this ongoing project. Professional Affiliations and Service Habitat for Humanity International Chair of Community Development Committee Urban Land Institute Lectures and Presentations Urban Greening Guest Lecturer, California Polytechnic University, College of Architecture and Environmental Design. Form-Based Code Fundamentals Guest Lecturer, California Polytechnic University. Community Visioning and Action Planning APA California Chapter Conference. Awards and Honors APA, California Chapter. Best Comprehensive Planning Document for Small Jurisdiction, City of Ione Downtown Plan APA, Central Valley Section. Best Planning Practices, Kern County Community Visioning Plans APA, Northern California Section. Neighborhood Planning, Award of Merit for the Santa Rosa North Station Area Specific Plan APA, Arizona. Best Master Plan, Peoria Old Town Revitalization Plan. Team Member since

126 Kern County Vision Plans and Community Charrettes, Oildale, Rosamond, East Bakersfield, Mojave, and Tehachapi. Strategized and coordinated the visioning effort and action planning for the future development of several Kern County communities. Prior to the visioning workshops, extensive public outreach created a high level of community enthusiasm for workshop participation, and event turnout was unmatched for planning efforts in the region. The two-day intensive community visioning workshops successfully provided forums for soliciting issues, ideas, and strategies for addressing community economic prosperity and enhancing the quality of life. As a result of the workshops, oversaw the creation of an illustrative Vision Plan encapsulating the community's ideas and a strategy for future development. Finally, all projects, programs, and policies necessary for the Vision Plan's implementation were outlined in an action plan and assigned with priorities, dates, and possible funding sources/mechanisms. Alameda County, Ashland/Cherryland Urban Greening Master Plan, Project Manager. Working collaboratively with the community, the client, and the project team to improve the sustainability and livability of the unincorporated communities in Alameda County. Elements of the plan will include a widespread, bilingual community outreach program and interactive data collection tools such as an online data input tool. This project will coordinate with ongoing County efforts such as the Economic Development Strategy for the area and the General Plan Public Health Element as well as gather knowledge from and collaborate with local programs such as healthy food and community health programs already in place. City of Santa Rosa, North Santa Rosa Station Area Specific Plan, Project Manager. Led the team for this project, which is one of 14 stations being planned by Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) for a start-up level of commuter rail service along the Northwest Pacific rail corridor. The plan will support the future SMART station by outlining strategies to establish a transit-supportive environment by improving connections between the station and adjacent destinations, densifying and intensifying land uses at key locations within the project area, and enhancing the physical design of the urban environment. City of Pinole, Three Corridors Specific Plan, Project Manager. Led this planning effort as it dovetailed into the parallel General Plan update and provided a higher level of vision and land use specificity as well as a clear focus for Redevelopment Agency activities. The Specific Plan enhanced the economic vitality of the city s three major circulation corridors and community gateways. The plan relies on a strong economic development strategy for infill and new development patterns and formulates and implements design guidelines for the commercial retail, residential, and mixed-use development in each plan area using form-based zoning. Additional Experience City of Santa Barbara, Pedestrian Design Guidelines and Paseos Plan City of Chico, General Plan Downtown and Community Design Elements City of Santa Maria, Blosser Southwest Specific Plan City of Santa Barbara, Neighborhood Preservation Ordinance 2

127 Amy Sinsheimer, AICP Senior Planner Ms. Sinsheimer is responsible for management and preparation of longrange planning documents. She has 14 years of progressively responsible consulting experience in land use and environmental planning. Her primary responsibilities include management and preparation of policy and regulatory planning documents (housing elements and zoning ordinances). She has significant experience in public outreach, including for complex projects involving multiple agencies, stakeholders, and team members. Ms. Sinsheimer prepared housing elements during the 3rd, 4th, and 5th cycles and has worked closely with staff at the California Department of Housing and Community Development to achieve certification for her clients. Ms. Sinsheimer s zoning experience includes preparation of conventional, formbased, and hybrid zoning codes, as well as zoning regulations in California s Coastal Zone. Additional experience includes economic plans, master plans, trail planning, and CEQA documents. Education MS, City and Regional Planning California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo BS, Conservation and Resource Studies University of California, Berkeley Professional Affiliations American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) American Planning Association (APA) Awards and Honors American Planning Association, Arizona Chapter. Best Public Participation/Education Program Award for Flagstaff Zoning Ordinance update Form-Based Codes Institute Driehaus Award for excellence in writing and implementation of form-based codes for Livermore Development Code update. Team Member since 2013 Relevant Project Experience * Denotes projects completed prior to joining Michael Baker International. City of Morro Bay Housing Element. Managed the preparation of the City s 5th cycle Housing Element and assisted with the 4 th cycle Housing Element. The Housing Element update was prepared within the regulatory and policy constraints of the city s location completely within the Coastal Zone. The 5th cycle Housing Element update included a stakeholder roundtable meeting, public workshop and several meetings with the Planning Commission. The 4th cycle Housing Element was certified in 2009 and the 5th cycle Housing Element was certified in October

128 City of San Luis Obispo, Economic Development Strategic Plan (EDSP).* Served as deputy project manager on plan based on the City Council s goal to focus on economic development and head of household job creation. Project involved significant community outreach with key stakeholders in the business community and other sectors as well as coordination with local economic development stakeholders including the Chamber of Commerce and the Economic Vitality Corporation. Involved in all aspects of the project including client and community interaction, drafting, and schedule management. San Luis Obispo Council of Governments (SLOCOG), Northern San Luis Obispo County Coastal Trail Master Plan.* Served as project coordinator as part of a large team of consultants on the master plan for the section of the California Coastal Trail between the San Luis Obispo-Monterey County line and Cayucos. Outreach involved stakeholder interviews with property owners along the alignment and other key agency and environmental stakeholders and public workshops. Attended project team meetings that included multiple government agencies including the California Coastal Commission, SLOCOG, Caltrans, San Luis Obispo County and CSDs, Bureau of Land Management, California State Parks, and the California Coastal Conservancy. The project was funded through a California Coastal Conservancy grant. City of Twentynine Palms, Development Code Update. Key author on the update to the City s comprehensive Development Code, currently in process. Part of the update is integrating the existing code and partially edited city code and eliminating conflicting regulations. The team is ensuring consistency and clarity throughout the document. Working with the City Staff Working Group to complete the update on an expedited schedule while crafting a more user-friendly document. Have worked on all articles of the Development Code include the Subdivision Regulations. City of Santa Clara, Zoning Code Update. Key author on the City s comprehensive Zoning Code update. Interacted with the client and the project team. Included integration of existing and draft city codes and elimination of conflicting regulations. Ensured consistency and clarity throughout the document. As part of the core team drafting the Zoning Code document, focused on standards for specific uses and development standards, including affordable housing. City of Malibu Zoning Code Update.* Project manager for the City s Zoning Code and Local Implementation Plan update. Participated in public outreach in this very engaged community, including focus group meetings, hearings, and close coordination with City staff. Primary author of the code rewrite addressing issues unique to Malibu, including Coastal Zone requirements, permits, and environmental issues. The Zoning Code includes a natural resources standards section addressing hillside development, ridgelines, shoreline protection, and landscape water conservation. City of Flagstaff, AZ, Zoning Ordinance Update.* Managed the City s comprehensive Zoning Ordinance update, including integration of different types of code and elimination of conflicting regulations. As part of the team drafting the document, focused on resource protection, affordable housing, and permits and procedures. 2

129 Abby Woods Senior Planner and Facilitator Ms. Woods is an IAP2-certified member of the Community Engagement and Facilitation Services team and a multiscale community planner with 10 years of experience in the nonprofit, government, and for-profit industries. Her expertise includes community engagement, partnership development, event strategy, communications, and conflict resolution. Ms. Woods has completed social equity and community assessments for regional and local planning agencies, as well as developed dynamic public outreach campaigns for long-range planning and economic development efforts. She is an experienced public facilitator who uses innovative techniques to engage audiences in conversations about land use, urban design, public health, transportation, and sustainability. Education MS, Community Development University of California, Davis BS, Economics and Marketing University of Illinois at Chicago Relevant Project Experience City of Elk Grove, Rural Area Mobility Improvements. Designed and managed a participatory engagement program for rural area community members. Building on existing community networks and a series of public workshops, developed an outreach toolkit that supported ten volunteer teams to independently conduct outreach activities and collect feedback from their neighbors. Results from this outreach effort will help the City determine if any mobility improvements are desired in the rural area based on early and extensive input from rural residents. Professional Affiliations and Service San Francisco Planning + Urban Research Association (SPUR) American Planning Association (APA) The Women s Building, San Francisco, Board Member Certifications and Credentials International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) LEED Green Associate Awards and Honors IAP2 Project of the Year for the West Hollywood Community Study. Team Member since 2012 City of West Hollywood, Community Study. Co-managed a citywide community study, including a statistically valid survey, demographic data analysis, focus group series, stakeholder interviews, a community workshop, and a mobile data collection lab. The results of this project helped the City determine funding goals for social services over the following six years. The community study specifically focused on gathering input from stakeholders and targeted population segments, such as LGBT residents, youth, people living with HIV/AIDS, and seniors. 1

130 City of West Hollywood, Community Visioning for 1343 N. Laurel Avenue. Co-managed a community engagement program that included online surveys, community workshops, environmental and historical analysis, committee meetings, and an official recommendation to the City Council. Michael Baker engaged residents in a visioning program to generate a list of community-supported future uses for the historic colonial home and grounds at 1343 N. Laurel Avenue. The project helped the City identify and understand the property s opportunities and limitations, engage with the community to explore potential uses that meet their needs, and determine a community-supported plan for the property. San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments, Energy Action Plans and Regional Framework. Co-managed the public participation process for the development of 27 Energy Action Plans for cities in the San Gabriel Valley. Public participation focused heavily on community events and one-on-one stakeholder interviews. The project team also facilitated internal staff workshops for member cities to discuss energy efficiency opportunities with facilities managers and field staff. The project culminated in a regional conference of civic and sustainability leaders, designed by the Michael Baker team. Kern Council of Governments, Community Participation for the Sustainable Communities Strategy and RTP Update. Co-managed and designed the public participation process for Kern COG s Regional Transportation Plan Update and development of its first Sustainable Communities Strategy. The participation strategy included 40 community meetings and extensive stakeholder engagement. Additionally, Michael Baker provided two interactive online tools to enable participation comparable to that in community meetings. Online tools and project materials were provided in both English and Spanish. Additional Long-Range Planning Projects Butte County, Climate Action Plan, Public Participation City of Hermosa Beach, General Plan Update, Public Participation and Stakeholder Engagement City of La Habra, Zoning Code Update, Public Participation and Stakeholder Engagement City of Manhattan Beach, Downtown Specific Plan, Public Participation City of San Mateo, Climate Action Plan, Public Participation City of Santa Clara, Climate Action Plan, Public Participation City of Seal Beach, Climate Action Plan, Public Participation Contra Costa County, Climate Action Plan, Public Participation San Bernardino County, Renewable Energy and Conservation Element, Public Participation San Luis Obispo County, Renewable Energy Streamlining Program, Stakeholder Engagement Western Riverside Council of Governments, Climate Action Plan Implementation, Public Participation 2

131 Christopher Manning Senior Landscape Architect Mr. Manning s design sense is largely shaped by his experience of growing up in California and influences from programs and travel in Italy, Greece, England, Germany, Spain, Turkey, and the Czech Republic. For 32 years, Mr. Manning has consistently worked on a diverse array of project types, including designing and managing complex projects. He is well versed in working closely with large design teams as well as with architects, engineers, planners, interior designers, and various consultants. He believes that every project holds the potential to integrate several resource-efficient practices, and he strives to educate his clients on these now-popular themes of sustainability. Education BS, Landscape Architecture California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo Relevant Project Experience * Denotes projects completed prior to joining Michael Baker International. Professional Affiliations and Service San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden Interpretive Committee, Building and Garden Docent American Society of Landscape Architects, Southern California Chapter, Board Member ( ) Certifications and Credentials Licensed California Landscape Architect #3978 Licensed Arizona Landscape Architect # LEED Accredited Professional Team Member since 2010 City of Arroyo Grande, Centennial Square.* Provided conceptual site planning that would transform an existing city street into a public plaza, in preparation for the city s upcoming 100-year anniversary. This space was designed in response to the City s desire to expand on the existing outdoor gathering spaces and to make a vital connection between the recently revitalized Branch Streetscape and the historic swinging pedestrian bridge that ties downtown to Heritage Square (public park). This plaza is the hub of the historic village of Arroyo Grande and provides a vital link for the city s large community-wide spring and fall events. The design included multi-use spaces that could be utilized for outdoor dining space by adjacent restaurants or simply used as public seating areas during restaurant off hours. 1

132 City of Atascadero, Transit Center Site Selection Study.* Served a prominent role in analyzing eight potential properties that were considered and evaluated for development as a regional bus transit center. Chronologically recorded and documented the entire project process and findings into a 108-page document. Through meetings with the City and the involvement of the team s transportation consultant, prepared plan graphics, conceptual site designs, site evaluation criteria and rankings, opportunity and constraints analysis, and budgetary cost estimates that ultimately led to four recommended sites. City of Arroyo Grande, Downtown Streetscape Improvements.* Served as design lead and project manager for the four-block streetscape improvement plan. Worked closely with the City s Community Development Department and the business association to create bulb-out planters, seating areas, street trees, storm drain improvements, street lighting, street furnishings, irrigation, stamped asphalt crosswalks, and flashing LED crosswalks. Responsible for all aspects of the projects including design, management, and construction administration. City of Peoria, AZ, Johnny E. Osuna Memorial Park. Developed construction drawings and concepts for the 3- acre park that successfully synthesized community input and the rich history of the historic downtown area to develop a unique facility. The Michael Baker International Urban Design team worked closely with the community, stakeholders, and staff to develop a creative solution to programming the city s central public space. Input played a significant role and guided the design process, preferred materials, public art, and features. The final design was a collaboration of thoughtful ideas, a nostalgic nod to the city s deep-rooted history, and a functional and artistic interpretation of the city s past, present, and future. The new community space will be used as the primary venue for all public events and festivals in Old Town Peoria. City of Salinas, East Market Streetscape Improvements, Lead Landscape Architect.* Refined and provided design development drawings and details for this 1-mile streetscape project incorporating LID practices with bulb-out planters containing drought-tolerant trees and shrubs designed to be irrigated by intercepting stormwater. The scope of this project also included coordination with the California Department of Transportation, community meetings with business stakeholders, concepts for gateway and mural designs, street lighting, and a decorative crosswalk materials report to aid the City in the selection process for adopting a decorative crosswalk standard. City of Riverbank, Gateway Project, Lead Architect.* Created concept and construction drawings for this multiple-location gateway project. The project objective was to create a unique city identity by providing improvements and signage at each end of State Route 108, which involved coordination with the California Department of Transportation and utility providers. The project consisted of a 2-acre area of ornamental planting on the east end of town and a water feature, city sign, and artistic mosaic on approximately 2,000 square feet at the west end. 2

133 Eli Krispi Associate Planner Mr. Krispi focuses on planning projects that help to reduce environmental impacts and improve the ability to respond to a changing climate, creating more sustainable communities in the process. His five years of experience as a planner is based on his experience in implementing sustainable policies and practices, a science-based education focused on the interaction between the natural world and the built environment, and a data-driven analytical approach to problem-solving. Mr. Krispi is well versed in developing, analyzing, and implementing sustainability policies, conducting greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories and forecasts, and creating technical tools for policy analysis and implementation. His example projects include climate action and sustainability plans, climate adaptation and emergency planning, and renewable energy and energy efficiency strategies. Professional Affiliations and Service Phi Beta Kappa San Francisco Planning and Urban Research Association (SPUR) Team Member since 2012 Education Masters of City and Regional Planning, Sustainable Environments Emphasis California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo BA, Geography University of California, Santa Barbara BA, Environmental Studies University of California, Santa Barbara Relevant Project Experience City of Huntington Beach, General Plan. Worked on a comprehensive General Plan update to meet long-term goals for economic viability, environmental protection, and other key issues. Contributed to Land Use, Environmental Resources and Conservation, and Natural and Environmental Hazards elements. Prepared technical analyses to support plan development, including GHG inventories and forecasts, future land use patterns, and hazards from climate change. San Luis Obispo County, Renewable Energy Streamlining Program. Contributed to the creation of a planning framework to facilitate development of renewable energy resources in San Luis Obispo County. Developed zoning codes to reduce local regulatory barriers to solar and wind energy project, assisted with public engagement and outreach, and worked on technical background studies. 1

134 Contra Costa County, Climate Action Plan. Worked on a plan to identify and reduce GHG emissions, being responsive to the unique conditions caused by large industrial facilities such as petroleum refineries and major manufacturing plants. Prepared GHG inventories and forecasts, developed and analyzed GHG reduction measures, and drafted policies to address public health and local hazard issues associated with climate change. Western Riverside Council of Governments, Public Health and Adaptation Plan. Contributed to the development of a strategy to improve climate resiliency, address public health in sustainability efforts, and create model strategies to implement climate change mitigation and adaptation actions through additions to the Western Riverside Council of Governments subregional Climate Action Plan. Identified existing and projected future conditions in the subregion to create a climate vulnerability analysis, drafted policies to reduce vulnerability to climate-related effects, and developed implementation and monitoring strategies. City of Laguna Woods, Climate Adaptation Plan. Contributed to the development of a Climate Adaptation Plan that addresses the distinct socioeconomic conditions. Identified the exposures, sensitivities, impacts, and adaptive capacities in the community to create a vulnerability assessment, developed prioritized policies to improve resiliency and facilitate adaptation to climate change, and created implementation and monitoring strategies. San Bernardino County, Renewable Energy Element. Worked on a General Plan element to promote development of renewable energy facilities in San Bernardino County with an emphasis on distributed generation and energy storage. Worked to address issues of environmental and community compatibility, universal access and local leadership, and appropriateness of technologies, size, and location. Developed policies and implementation strategies, conducted research and prepared technical documents, and assisted with public engagement and outreach. Mono County, Resource Efficiency Plan. Supported the creation of a Resource Efficiency Plan for the unincorporated area of Mono County, based on the unique conditions of the area, in order to inform updates to elements of the County General Plan. Led the development of the GHG inventory and forecast, and contributed to policy development and quantification of reduction measures. Santa Barbara County, Eastern Goleta Valley Urban Agriculture Plan. Wrote a plan to preserve urban agriculture operations as part of a local comprehensive plan update. Built a database of agricultural operations in the plan area and conducted multiple spatial analyses. Developed policies and implementation tools related to maintaining agricultural viability. Morro Bay Downtown Specific Plan Project. As part of a Cal Poly City and Regional Planning graduate studio, led a team of students to assess current conditions in the downtown area, conduct community outreach, and develop land use and design standards for future development. Conducted water conservation and green building analyses in support of plan development. 2

135 Dana M. C. Hoffman, AICP Associate Planner Ms. Hoffman is an assistant planner with experience working on comprehensive planning and sustainability projects, including technical analysis, policy development, and community engagement. She contributes to general plans, housing elements, specific plans, design guidelines, transitoriented developments, and climate action plans. She has working knowledge of Adobe design software, GIS, building energy modeling, grant writing, and emissions modeling tools. Ms. Hoffman has past experience in politics and community organizing. Professional Affiliations and Service American Institute of Certified Planners American Planning Association Team Member since 2012 Education MA, City and Regional Planning College of Architecture and Environmental Design, California Polytechnic State University BA, Political Science & Environmental Policy Rice University Relevant Project Experience City of Huntington Beach, General Plan Update, Sustainability Action Plan, and EIR. Conducted an existing land use survey and prepared the resulting land use technical background report; assisted with public outreach and reports for the General Plan update. This project is a comprehensive update to all General Plan elements, including a new Sustainability Action Plan, Coastal Resiliency Plan, and General Plan EIR. Inyo County, Renewable Energy Element. Supported technical analysis and public outreach for a new Renewable Energy Element for the Inyo County General Plan, including creating a background report and criteria used to assess and identify renewable energy development areas, and planning and facilitating public workshops and stakeholder meetings for the element. Funded by the California Energy Commission, this project identifies renewable energy development opportunities and constraints and establishes development criteria for solar energy projects to reduce potential impacts to biological, cultural, and aesthetic resources in one of California s most diverse counties. 1

136 Laguna Woods, Conservation Element Update. Analyzed state law requirements and prepared water supply and water quality components of the technical background report. This update responded to updated California Government Code requirements relating to wildfire, flooding, earthquake hazards, greenhouse gas emissions, and sustainable groundwater. Solano County, Housing and Safety Element Update. Updated the Safety Element to include necessary flood and fire hazard data, mapping, and policies required in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. Updates to the Safety Element were triggered by state law requirements for specific mapping and hazard analysis in the region. Western Riverside Council of Governments, Public Health and Climate Action Plan Implementation. Assisted with vulnerability and adaptation assessments, mapping tools, and policy options for a subregional climate adaptation plan and Climate Action Plan implementation project for 17 cities. Funded by the Southern California Association of Governments, this project implements the subregional Climate Action Plan by adding an adaptation chapter, incorporating public health metrics, developing model code sections and policies, and building an implementation and monitoring tool. San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments, Energy Efficiency/Climate Action Plans. Researched local settings and needs; calculated community-wide greenhouse gas emissions; developed emissions reduction policies; and established document narrative, figures, and format for energy action plans for 27 cities. Project was funded by Southern California Edison and assisted jurisdictions to meet Assembly Bill 32 emissions reductions requirements by developing unique, but consistent energy action plans for each city. Solano Transportation Authority, Priority Conservation Areas Analysis. Coordinated a citizen committee planning process for identification of priority conservation areas, which are regionally recognized lands for conservation under specific natural resource criteria. Developed the technical analysis method for evaluation of the conservation areas, then worked with the citizen committee in an iterative process to select conservation areas, refine their boundaries, and identify possible future transportation projects to improve conservation infrastructure or access. City of West Hollywood, Eastside Community Plan Startup. Facilitated community working group meetings and produced a community engagement summary report. The project, initiated by the City Council, engaged an underrepresented portion of the community, resulting in a community plan for the neighborhood to guide future development in the context of citywide growth. Amador County, Joint Housing Element Update. Prepared housing needs and housing constraints background reports for the unincorporated county and five incorporated cities to support the five-year update to the Housing Element. The joint housing element, led by the County, allows each jurisdiction to consider housing conditions and needs in a collaborative way and more efficiently meets California Department of Housing and Community Development update requirements. 2

137 Cristelle Blackford Associate Planner/Facilitator Ms. Blackford is a member of Michael Baker International s Community Engagement and Facilitation Services team, which provides comprehensive public outreach and stakeholder engagement programs for public agencies. She brings skills from nonprofit capacity building, policy writing, and online operations, and has contributed to a range of projects, from community visioning and citizen-engaged research to urban design and multimodal transportation planning. Drawing on five years of experience in the tech industry, she blends in-person and online engagement to create effective and equitable civic participation opportunities that facilitate meaningful feedback loops between the public and the decision makers that represent them. Education MS, Community Development University of California, Davis BA, Comparative Literature University of California, Berkeley Relevant Project Experience * Denotes work or projects completed prior to joining Michael Baker International. San Francisco Estuary Partnership (ABAG), Comprehensive Conservation Management Plan Outreach. Managing an outreach program and media campaign for the San Francisco Estuary Partnership (SFEP) Comprehensive Conservation Management Plan (CCMP). The plan includes a stakeholder gaps analysis, project branding, a fact sheet, a newsletter article, a social media campaign, online feedback forms, and a pop-up workshop at the annual State of the Estuary conference. The outreach plan will solicit input on the revised CCMP actions from existing stakeholders, engage new stakeholders, and garner ongoing interest and support for the SFEP and the CCMP update process. Professional Affiliations and Service International Association of Public Participation (IAP2), Northern California Chapter San Francisco/Oakland Planning + Urban Research Association (SPUR) The Women s Building, San Francisco, Board Member The Princess Zev Foundation, Southern Oregon, Board Member Awards and Honors September Google Online Sales & Operations VP Award for GoogleServe leadership. May Google Accounts Immersion Award for Automated Account Recovery. Team Member since 2014 Western Riverside Council of Governments, Climate Action and Adaptation Planning Outreach. Provided outreach support to COG staff in developing and implementing a lightweight, far-reaching engagement plan for the Subregional Climate Action Plan. Engagement activities included a series of pop-up workshops conducted at local events across the region and 1

138 an online virtual workshop (via MindMixer) that mirrored the in-person activities. The program succeeded in collecting public input from a diverse region on a set of proposed adaptation strategies and public health indicators. The resulting plan will guide member jurisdictions in adjusting to climate impacts and linking climate action planning to positive public health City of Elk Grove, Railroad Property Community and Developer Outreach. Managing a stakeholder and developer outreach program to gauge current community sentiment, understand stakeholder concerns, and identify potential private developers for a City-owned parcel of land adjacent to the railroad tracks in Old Town Elk Grove. Using the data collected at workshops, the project team will create three possible design concepts for the plaza and vet the designs with the larger community via an online survey to establish a preferred public plaza design concept. Western Riverside Council of Governments, Climate Action and Adaptation Planning Outreach. Provided outreach support to COG staff in developing and implementing a lightweight, far-reaching engagement plan for the Subregional Climate Action Plan. Engagement activities included a series of pop-up workshops conducted at local events across the region and an online virtual workshop (via MindMixer) that mirrored the in-person activities. The program succeeded in collecting public input from a diverse region on a set of proposed adaptation strategies and public health indicators. The resulting plan will guide member jurisdictions in adjusting to climate impacts and linking climate action planning to positive public health City of Elk Grove, Rural Roads Mobility Improvements Outreach. Working with the City s Public Works Department to determine whether the community is supportive of increased mobility infrastructure for pedestrians and cyclists in the rural area. Assisted with the design and ongoing implementation of a comprehensive outreach program focusing on engaging as many rural residents as possible to ensure that results accurately reflect community priorities. City of West Hollywood, Online Engagement and Data Analysis for Neighborhood Design Guidelines. Provided support to the City s Community Development Department for the WeHo West neighborhood Overlay Zone and Design Guidelines website, hosted by MindMixer. Designed online activities to match community workshops, optimized the flow of information and user friendliness of the site, served as an ongoing moderator for the website, and produced a final report that provided an integrated analysis of input from the community meetings and findings from online activities. Additional Planning Projects City of Elk Grove, General Plan Update City of Manhattan Beach, Downtown Specific Plan, Community Outreach Specialist Alameda County, Ashland & Cherryland, Urban Greening Plan, Community Outreach Coordinator City of Hermosa Beach, General Plan, Community Outreach Coordinator 2

139 Alice Zanmiller Assistant Planner Ms. Zanmiller s focus is on helping cities make data-driven decisions to increase public health, emphasize sustainability, and build resilience to a changing climate. She believes that pairing technical data with a comprehensive understanding of community goals and needs allows cities to develop plans that will improve the lives of residents while meeting necessary targets to improve environmental conditions. She has experience in creating comprehensive climate action plans, including conducting emissions inventories and monitoring progress, writing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction policies, and developing adaptation strategies. She has also worked on general plan safety elements, local hazard mitigation plans, and renewable energy and energy efficiency strategies. Professional Affiliations American Society of Adaptation Professionals Team Member since 2014 Education BS, City and Regional Planning California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo Relevant Project Experience * Denotes projects completed prior to joining Michael Baker International. City of Sunnyvale, Climate Action Plan Monitoring. Helping develop a tool that allows the City to monitor progress toward achieving goals and actions in the Climate Action Plan. Includes continued analysis of the impact of a potential community choice energy (CCE) program. San Francisco Estuary Partnership, Public Outreach and Media Services. Helping develop an outreach and media plan, including stakeholder engagement and educational materials for the drafting of the Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plan. Plumas County, Upper Feather River Integrated Regional Water Management Plan. Helping to evaluate vulnerability to climate change in the Upper Feather River watershed, in compliance with Department of Water Resources guidance. Includes research on ecosystem processes, natural hazards, and endangered species. 1

140 Contra Costa County, Climate Action Plan. Inventoried emissions from both 2005 and 2013 to refine and develop appropriate GHG emissions reduction measures for the county s unincorporated areas. Included detailed analysis of statewide legislation and public health impacts. City of San Mateo, Climate Action Plan. Worked on a plan to consolidate existing sustainability strategies into a unified and updated framework with a focus on energy generation and transportation. Helped conduct a public outreach event to gather resident input on proposed activities to achieve climate action plan goals, as well as identify the capacity of the plan to meet the community s needs. Developed and quantified GHG reduction measures, including community choice aggregation, comprehensive energy efficiency retrofits, and trip reduction for new developments. Butte County, Climate Action Plan Monitoring. Assisted in monitoring the progress of a Climate Action Plan for unincorporated Butte County. Refined and used a monitoring tool to track progress to implementation and evaluate actual community-wide emissions. Coordinated data requests with city departments and external agencies. City of Walnut Creek, Climate Action Plan Update. Assisted in a focused update of the 2012 Climate Action Plan. Helped develop a recent-year GHG emissions analysis, identify reduction measures for updates, and refine the City s sustainability and climate change goals for and after City of San Carlos, Climate Action Plan Update. Assisted in a focused update to the 2009 Climate Action Plan developed for the City. Prepared updates to GHG inventories and forecasts, analyzed GHG reductions from early local actions, and identified recommended updates for GHG reduction strategies. San Bernardino County, Renewable Energy and Conservation Element. Worked on a General Plan element to promote development of renewable energy facilities in San Bernardino County with an emphasis on distributed generation and energy storage. Provided support to team working to address issues of environmental and community compatibility, universal access and local leadership, and appropriateness of technologies, size, and location. Developed case studies and supported final deliverable development. City of Sanger, 2035 General Plan Update.* Coordinated and led outreach efforts for the General Plan update, including focus group meetings and broad outreach events at grocery stores and community events. Focused on conveying ideas in a simple and engaging way to include a wide range of residents, which required communication in both Spanish and English. By the end of this effort, over 1,000 residents had been involved in the planning process. 2

141 Nora De Cuir Director, Community Engagement and Facilitation Services Ms. De Cuir directs Michael Baker International s community engagement and facilitation services for public agencies and nonprofit organizations. She has focused her facilitation practice on discussions of energy efficiency, nonmotorized transportation, and park and natural resource conservation issues. With 13 years of experience, Ms. De Cuir acts as a lead facilitator, project manager, project director, and advisor for the development of public participation programs. In addition, she has authored general plan elements, strategic plans, climate action plans, watershed plans, pedestrian and bicycle master plans, trail feasibility studies, park and open space system plans and assessments, and agricultural conservation studies. Education MS, Community Development University of California, Davis BA, History University of California, Berkeley Relevant Project Experience City of Santa Rosa, North Santa Rosa Station Area Specific Plan, Community Engagement Lead. Led the community engagement program for this project, which is one of 14 stations being planned by Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) for a start-up level of commuter rail service along the Northwest Pacific rail corridor. The plan will support the future SMART station by outlining strategies to establish a transit-supportive environment by improving connections between the station and adjacent destinations, densifying and intensifying land uses at key locations within the project area, and enhancing the physical design of the urban environment. City of Sunnyvale, Climate Action Plan and Land Use and Transportation Element EIR. Lead facilitator for community workshops held in association with the City s Climate Action Plan and Land Use and Transportation Element planning process. Certifications and Credentials International Association of Public Participation (IAP2) Certified Practitioner Papers and Publications De Cuir, Nora, Al Sokolow, and Jeff Woled, eds Compensating Landowners for Conserving Agricultural Land: Papers from a California Conference. Davis: University of California Agricultural Issues Center with UC Davis Community Studies Extension. Lectures and Presentations Tools for Engagement in Sustainability Planning Projects NAEP Conference. Getting to YES in a New Era of Extremes: Innovative Methods for Public Engagement New Partners for Smart Growth. Tools for Engagement in Climate Action Planning California Climate Action Planning Conference. Agricultural Mitigation in the Central Valley: Planning for Success Central Valley Council of Land Trusts Summit. Community Engagement for Climate Action Planning. Annual guest lecture for Cal Poly Climate Action Planning course. Team Member since

142 San Luis Obispo County, Climate Action Plan and Land Use and Circulation Element. Managed the public outreach process for the County s Climate Action Plan and LUCE. The process included extensive stakeholder outreach as well as numerous community workshops. Workshop design for this process included trade show style interactive exercises, electronic polling, facilitated open discussions, and facilitated brainstorming. City of Santa Rosa, Climate Action Plan. Led community engagement program for the City s community and municipal GHG inventories, Climate Action Plan measure quantification, and implementation and monitoring tool. The comprehensive community engagement program included a stakeholder working group, two community workshops, a project web page, and City staff speakers bureau. Kern Council of Governments, Community Participation for the Sustainable Communities Strategy and RTP Update. Managed and designed the public participation process for Kern COG s RTP update and development of its first SCS. Participation strategy included 40 community meetings and additional stakeholder outreach. Additionally, Michael Baker provided an online tool to expand participation. Online participation and community workshop were provided in both English and Spanish. San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments, Energy Action Plans and Regional Framework. Managed and designed the public participation process for the development of 27 Energy Action Plans for the cities of the San Gabriel Valley. Public participation focused heavily on community events and one-on-one stakeholder interviews. The Michael Baker team also facilitated internal staff workshops for member cities to discuss energy efficiency opportunities with facilities managers and field staff. Town of Apple Valley, Vision 2020 Strategic Plan. Co-managed and facilitated the development of the Town s Vision 2020 Strategic Plan. The planning process included an intensive two-day facilitated Council and Management Team workshop to identify the Town s mission, vision, goals, and strategies. An interactive and collaborative workshop format encouraged participants to find common ground and move forward to identify Apple Valley s vision for the coming decade. Bay Area Green Vision and Transportation Facilitated the 2007 Bay Area Urban Parks Forum, hosted by the Bay Area Open Space Council, the Greenbelt Alliance, and the Association of Bay Area Governments. Part of a larger, region-wide long-term planning process, each forum provided an opportunity for stakeholders to raise issues and discuss concerns with a diverse group of public agency staff, elected officials, and community leaders. City of Walnut Creek, Climate Action Plan. Assisted with the development of the City s first Climate Action Plan by leading public outreach and serving as assistant project manager. The plan sets GHG reduction targets for the community and municipal sectors and recommends measures to achieve targets. This highly collaborative planning process inventoried Walnut Creek s existing green initiatives and identified community desires for additional green initiatives. 2

143 Shane E. Burkhardt, AICP Senior Planner Mr. Burkhardt is Community Planning and Urban Design Manager with experience and specific expertise in land use, urban economics, economic development and redevelopment. He is currently the Vice-Chair of the American Planning Association s Chapter Presidents Council and is a pastpresident of the Indiana Chapter of APA. Mr. Burkhardt was also a recent recipient of the American Planning Association s CPC Outstanding Leadership Award. As a private sector planner, he has led many successful award winning planning and urban design projects including the redevelopment of the area around the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the redevelopment of City of Whiting s Lake Michigan waterfront. Education BUPD, Urban Planning and Development Ball State University BS, Environmental Design and Political Science Ball State University Relevant Project Experience * Denotes projects completed prior to joining Michael Baker International. Shasta Lake, General Plan Update. Responsible for land use, public outreach, and economic development elements of the plan. Michael Baker provided a general plan update focusing on a new vision and objectives for the growth of Shasta Lake. The plans elements included an emphasis on improving niche retail opportunities in the downtown core as an alternative to chain retail development, expanding mixed-use development, and enhancing the business climate through infrastructure expansion and shovel-ready infill opportunities. Professional Affiliations American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), Present, American Planning Association (APA), Chapter Presidents Council, Vice-Chair , American Planning Association (APA), Private Practice Division, American Planning Association (APA), Economic Development Division, American Planning Association (APA), Indiana, Immediate Past President 2014, American Planning Association (APA), Indiana, Chapter President , American Planning Association (APA), California, Team Member since 1998 Monterey Park, General Plan Healthy Community and Sustainable Community Elements and General Plan EIR and Addendum. Provided client coordination, technical assistance, and presentations to the City's plan commission. 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. 1

144 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. Monterey Park, South Garfield Avenue Specific Plan/South Garfield Avenue Specific Plan and Streetscape Improvements. Led the overall project team that focused on urban design and construction drawings, regulation and design guidelines development, plan development, and public engagement. Michael Baker provided pedestrian and bicycle planning, urban design guidelines, and parking and zoning analysis for preparation of a Specific Plan that addresses the future use and intensity of development along an urban village area. Extension. The plan addresses future mixed-use, parking, and densities to better prepare the area for embracing transit and benefiting from transit-oriented development opportunities. Noblesville, IN, PLANoblesville Noblesville Comprehensive Plan.* Principal and Project Manager for comprehensive General Plan Update for suburb of Indianapolis. The plan update included extensive community and stakeholder engagement that resulted in a plan that merged economic development strategies with overall land use planning within the community. This included a high focus on expanding quality of life amenities, increasing amenity value for young professionals, protecting a historic downtown and walkable core and creating a business climate that would foster business expansion and entrepreneurship. Haubstadt, IN, Haubstadt Vision A Comprehensive Plan.* To maintain its quality of life and improve upon their small-town feel, the town embarked on a comprehensive plan to establish land-use regulations. Through an extensive public engagement process utilizing brainstorming charrettes and citizen task groups, the town created a comprehensive strategy for quality of life that included improving public safety, infrastructure development, establishing a consistent look and feel to the community, and laying the groundwork for establishing zoning regulations and control of the town s two-mile fringe. Putnam County, IN, Comprehensive Plan Update.* Putnam County s previous comprehensive plan was 15 years old. The project team worked with the county to create an updated countywide comprehensive plan to direct future growth and development while preserving the county s most treasured assets. Along with an extensive public input process, the plan focused on preservation and management of mineral extraction areas and laying the groundwork for better farmland protection through ordinance and land preservation programs. 2

145 Jenna L. Tourje, AICP Associate Planner Ms. Tourje has experience in overseeing, coordinating, and directing public outreach for both nonprofit and public-sector clients. She has worked in Southern California and Boston to facilitate community visioning and planning processes at a neighborhood and city level. Ms. Tourje is skilled in a number of public outreach and facilitation techniques, and is committed to empowering communities towards real and meaningful change. Additionally, Ms. Tourje has conducted outreach and public health assessments on projects with Engineers Without Borders. Her international interest and experience is focused on the intersection between the environment, health, and community vitality. Education MURP, Urban and Regional Planning University of California, Irvine BA, International Development University of California, Irvine Relevant Project Experience Southern California Association of Governments, Bloomington-Valley Boulevard Specific Plan Health and Wellness Elements, San Bernardino County, Public Involvement Coordinator. Responsible for coordinating public engagement efforts, researching and writing the Health and Wellness Profile, and facilitating workshops. San Bernardino County and the Southern California Association of Governments tasked Michael Baker with incorporating the focus of health and wellness into a specific plan being developed for the Valley Boulevard corridor in unincorporated Bloomington. The project included developing an overall vision framework for the corridor focused on nourishing the mind, body and economy. This vision would guide programs and projects specific to health and wellness as well as overall development of the larger specific plan for corridor improvements. Recommendations include enhanced connectivity with residential neighborhoods, incorporating neighborhood clinics into new affordable housing development, incorporating active recreation opportunities into multi-use paths, improving access to fresh foods through a public market space and cooperative food distribution system and Professional Affiliations American Planning Association (APA), Massachusetts and Orange County National Trust for Historic Preservation Certifications and Credentials FEMA Basic Professional Development Series, California IAP2 Certificate in Public Participation American Institute of Certified Planners Awards and Honors Winner of the Don Owens Water Science and Policy Fellowship. Team Member since

146 improving entrepreneurial opportunities for residents through more targeted business training and modification of zoning to promote and accommodate home-based businesses. City of Laguna Beach, Enhanced Mobility and Complete Streets Transition Plan. Provided writing support and plan structure for the final product. Michael Baker is preparing a complete streets transition plan for the City that will provide the policy framework for the City to implement physical and operational changes to the roadway network that will improve conditions for all users including bicycles, pedestrians, transit and motor vehicles. As part of the project, Michael Baker is conducting an extensive analysis of the existing facilities in Laguna Beach that support or hinder mobility including sidewalk locations, street grades, and speed limits. Extensive community outreach including an online survey, a walk audit and bike audit have resulted in community identification of issues and opportunities. Los Angeles County Parks & Recreation, Ervin "Magic" Johnson Recreation Master Plan, Public Involvement Coordinator. Responsibilities include all aspects of coordinating and planning community workshops. The Master Plan is an approximately 120-acre recreation area located in a disadvantaged urban community that consists of 58% Hispanic or Latino and 35% African-American residents. The project is a community-based and needs-based preliminary design of a state-of-the-art recreational facility. Given the project location consisting of minority and underserved residents, it required developing and implementing an Outreach Strategic Plan that would consist of stakeholder meetings, special interest/ small group interviews, community workshops, and a final public hearing. Michael Baker was provided development of a conceptual design alternatives plan for recreation facilities such as a bicycle and pedestrian trails, exercise stations, children s play areas, picnic areas, and other public use areas. Orange County, FIT Cities Consultant Services, Project Manager. Michael Baker is providing planning services to the County of Orange Health Care Agency in support of their Fifteen in Twenty (FIT) Cities initiative to reduce obesity rates countywide to 15% by We are providing technical assistance, training, and outreach to local city staff, elected/appointed officials, and residents to integrate obesity prevention strategies into local planning efforts. City of Lawndale, Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, Planner. Prepared outreach materials and assisted with public facilitation for a Local Hazard Mitigation Plan for the City pursuant to the requirements of the Disaster Mitigation Act of The plan 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. City of San Diego Economic Development, Linda Vista CATS, Public Involvement Coordinator. Responsible for assisting with existing conditions, analysis, and community outreach for the project. City of Scottsdale, Arizona, General Plan Outreach 2014, Planner. Outreach assistant responsibilities included preparation of outreach materials. 2

147 Julian Capata Senior Noise Analyst Mr. Capata leads noise impact analyses for the firm s Southern California environmental group, leading to a reevaluation of the methodologies and approach to noise impact analysis. His technical capabilities include measuring ambient noise levels, performing computer-based noise attenuation modeling, and developing environmentally superior alternatives to mitigate construction and operational noise impacts. Mr. Capata has over 10 years of experience in preparing CEQA-related noise studies. His experience includes noise monitoring using Type I rated instruments, as well as sophisticated noise modeling using FHWA-RD and Traffic Noise Model 2.5. Team Member since 2014 Education BA, Environmental Studies and Geography California State University, Northridge Relevant Project Experience * Denotes work or projects completed prior to joining Michael Baker International. City of Huntington Beach, General Plan Update Noise Technical Background Report. Michael Baker is currently leading the General Plan update work program for the City of Huntington Beach. Several important topics are being considered, including consistency between the General Plan and the City s many specific plans; repositioning industrial uses to be competitive in the regional market; community concern for wetlands and other sensitive resources; identifying opportunities to address contributions to and effects of climate change; and recycling school sites. Prepared the Noise Technical Background Report, including a detailing of the city s existing noise environment through extensive noise measurement and traffic noise modeling. City of Hollister, Gonzales Property Residential Project Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration. The project involved an application to prezone and annex acres into a maximum of 92 singlefamily lots streets/driveways and rights-of-way, and 0.68 acres dedicated as common open space. Potential noise impacts included land use 1

148 compatibility issues involved with locating new residential uses next to existing agricultural uses and increased traffic noise, as well as construction impacts on existing noise sensitive uses. City of Orinda, Housing Element. Michael Baker prepared the Housing Element update and EIR to evaluate the environmental effects of development that could occur from implementation of the Housing Element as well as changes to the City s Municipal Code. Mr. Capata prepared the noise and vibration section of the EIR, including site-specific analysis of the physical environmental impacts of meeting Orinda s regional housing needs allocation. Potential noise impacts included short-term impacts on nearby sensitive receptors, and increases in community noise levels due to the development of multifamily units. City of Delano, Vineyard at Delano and Delano West Pavilion Projects EIR. Prepared the noise and vibration section of the EIR, which evaluated development of approximately 110 acres totaling 872 multifamily apartments, and 34,000 square feet of retail and commercial space on fallow agricultural land uses in the City of Delano and unincorporated Kern County. Potential noise impacts included land use compatibility issues involved with locating new residential uses next to existing agricultural uses, and increased traffic noise within the community. City of Hollister, Orchard Park/Rajkovich Project Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration. The project involved the request to subdivide 9 acres of existing agricultural lands into a maximum of 86 single-family lots, and an annexation of 1 acre to be subdivided into 5 lots for a total of 10 acres and 91 residential lots. Potential noise impacts included land use compatibility issues involved with locating new residential uses next to existing agricultural uses and increased traffic noise in the community, as well as construction impacts on existing noise sensitive uses. Candlestick Point-Hunters Point Shipyard Phase II Development Plan Roadways Improvements Project Noise Study Report, Lennar Urban.* Managed the Noise Study Report (NSR) and the Noise Abatement Decision Report (NADR) and led the technical analysis for the NSR to support the environmental document associated with the Candlestick Point-Hunters Point Shipyard Phase II Development Plan. Roadway improvements would include reconstructing, repaving, and limited widening of existing city streets, constructing new street segments, new sidewalks, and bicycle lanes to accommodate alternative modes of transportation, and street trees and landscaping. City of Laguna Niguel, Laguna Niguel Gateway Transit-Oriented Development Specific Plan.* Managed and prepared the noise section of the EIR for a specific plan for transit-oriented development adjoining the Laguna Niguel Metrolink station in southern Orange County. The plan defined a development strategy to capitalize on the doubling of transit service in the corridor over the next ten years. It provided for intensified office, retail, residential, and mixed-use projects integrated by a network of pedestrian streetscapes and open spaces. Existing noise levels in the Specific Plan Area already exceeded the City s residential noise standards. As such, key issues included introducing new residential uses within 500 feet of two freeways and the active rail line. 2

149 Tad Stearn Principal Mr. Stearn is a principal consultant with the firm and manager of Michael Baker International s Monterey office. He is responsible for project management and business development in Northern California and the Central Coast region. Management duties include the oversight of staff for planning, agency staffing and environmental compliance projects, as well as hands-on project management and on-call consultation service for local clients. Mr. Stearn has 25 years of professional planning experience, including the preparation of CEQA/NEPA compliance documents, coastal planning, review and processing of current planning applications, advance planning projects (general plans, general plan amendments, specific plans, Local Coastal Programs and area/community plans), visual impact analyses, and special projects. Professional Affiliations American Planning Association Association of Environmental Professionals Team Member since 1995 Education BA, Environmental Studies University of California, Santa Cruz Relevant Project Experience City of Seaside Comprehensive Local Coastal Program (LCP) Update, Project Director. Oversaw this comprehensive update of the City of Seaside s 1983 LCP document. The update integrated the LCP by combining policies and development standards of the City that have been segmented throughout its current planning documents. Key planning goals of the City addressed by the update include improving community connectivity via the Monterey Bay Coastal bikeway/pedestrian trail, which accommodates an estimated 2 million users annually, and the preservation of the renowned scenic views of the Pacific Ocean viewable from the City s segment of the Monterey Bay Coastal bikeway/pedestrian trail. The update also incorporates key sea level rise adaptation, wetland conservation, and habitat restoration policies. In addition to updating the 1983 LCP document, Michael Baker also completed the associated environmental review for the update. Effort required a comprehensive policy and graphic update to the plan and close coordination with Coastal Commission staff through the application and approval process. The LCP was certified in December

150 City of Hermosa Beach General Plan and Local Coastal Program Update. Task leader on the LCP component of a combined General Plan/LCP effort. Major issues included parking, beach use, special events, and lower-cost visitor serving accommodations. Prepared a series of technical working memos for presentation to Coastal Commission staff to vet issues and policies. City of Monterey Local Coastal Program Implementation Plan. Assisted City staff in preparing the City s implementation plan for three of the City s five coastal segments. The implementation plan is a geographically focused zoning document for those areas of the city in the Coastal Zone, which enables local permit authority for development within coastal areas. City of Monterey, EIR Project Manager. Project manager for the preparation of several EIRs for the City, including the Del Monte Center Cinema, Public Service Center, and Ocean View Plaza. Monterey County, Resource Management Agency. Oversees Michael Baker s contracts with several departments within the County government structure. Michael Baker provides adjunct planning and environmental staff assistance on several development applications and community plan efforts, providing staff assistance to the Redevelopment and Housing Office, and managing the environmental review of County-sponsored projects such as the Government Center building, Laurel Campus master plan, and new parking structure plans. Association of Monterey Bay Area Governments, 2010 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) Supplemental EIR, Project Manager. Managed a supplemental EIR analyzing AMBAG s 2010 update to the 2005 MTP planning document. Required extensive coordination with the Santa Cruz Regional Transportation Commission, the Transportation Agency for Monterey County, and the San Benito County Council of Governments. City of Marina/VBN Architects, Marina Transit Center Specific Plan, Project Manager. Managed and was primary author of a specific plan prepared for a 3.4-acre mixed-use development program centered around a new Monterey-Salinas Transit station. The specific plan established land uses, zoning, development standards, and design guidelines for the subject parcel, taking into consideration the City s future redevelopment plans for Reservation Road, as well as a series of land use constraints. The plan s development program called for a mix of up to 65 housing units integrated with approximately 55,000 square feet of neighborhood commercial and services around the transit center designed by VBN Architects. The project was approved on schedule and within budget, and is the first mixed-use development program within the city s redeveloping urban core. City of Seaside, Main Gate Commercial Center and Specific Plan. Assisted the City of Seaside to process an application for a key commercial project and lifestyle center at Highway 1 and the main gate of the former Fort Ord. The project includes the preparation of a specific plan for the center, coordination with multiple land use agencies, and processing the application materials as an extension of City staff. 2

151 Mark S. Osler Coastal Science / Sea Level Rise Mr. Osler directs Michael Baker's coastal science and engineering practice. His technical skills focus on the analysis of coastal flooding, estuarine hydrodynamics, and coastal morphology. He has designed and implemented complex numerical modeling studies often featuring fully coupled hydrodynamic, wave and sediment transport simulations for estuarine, inlet and open coast settings. He has applied his expertise in nearshore hydrodynamic analysis to physical model testing as well as twodimensional computer simulations. He is an expert in the use of coastal numerical modeling software including ADCIRC, STWAVE, SWAN, CMS-Flow, GENESIS, RMA2, MIKE 21, SMS, Inlet Reservoir Model and ACES. Professional Affiliations American Shore and Beach Preservation Association (ASBPA), Board of Directors American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Association of Coastal Engineers (ACE) Education M.S.C.E., Coastal Engineering University of Delaware BS, Civil Engineering Lehigh University Relevant Project Experience Coastal Hazard Study, Statewide, California. FEMA Region 9. Project Principal. Overseeing project management, task order management, engineering analysis, and mapping of coastal flood hazards along the coastlines of all 15 coastal counties within the state of California. Project management included managing technical tasks, budgets, change requests, and subcontractors as well as liaising with the client, coordinating outreach and meetings with local and federal stakeholders, and meeting statutory requirements. Technical lead for regional specialized studies including the offshore wave modeling with Scripps Institution of Oceanography and Oceanweather, Inc. and the tide gauge analysis to develop a 50-year hindcast of water levels. Michael Baker conducted a coastal flood hazard study along the coastline of California to produce flood and wave data for the National Flood Insurance Program flood insurance study report and regulatory flood insurance rate map panels. Michael Baker s services included project management, hydrodynamic modeling, topographic mapping, community outreach, and flood inundation mapping. 1

152 Sea Level Rise Pilot Study; San Francisco, California. FEMA Region 9. Project Principal. Conducted an assessment of sea level rise and the associated changes to wave hazards and storm induced erosion for the coast of San Francisco County exposed to the Pacific Ocean. As part of this pilot study, the historical shoreline rates of change were researched and evaluated for each shoreline reach to determine long-term erosion potential and shoreline vulnerability. An inventory of coastal structures that are affected by present conditions or would be affected by future conditions was compiled for evaluation of each asset in the analysis phase. Sea level rise was then evaluated for several future conditions, and wave setup, runup, and overtopping were analyzed for each scenario. These results are currently being mapped onto the same terrains as used in the FEMA CCAMP/OPC Study. Comparisons to the Our Coast Our Future (OCOF) results for similar sea level rise scenarios will be made upon completion of the mapping task. Probabilistic Tsunami Hazard Assessment; Crescent City, California. FEMA Region 9 Project Principal. Collaborated with the University of Washington to conduct a probabilistic tsunami hazard assessment in Crescent City, California to provide estimates of the maximum tsunami amplitudes and inundation limits for the 100-year and 500-year recurrence intervals resulting from both near-field and far-field seismic sources. Simulations of tsunami inundation are conducted with the GeoClaw model for tsunamis. Results from this study will impact building standards in these hazard areas and emergency management planning and response throughout the community. Seawall Replacement, San Diego, California. City of San Diego. Project Advisor. Provided engineering services for the replacement of the Mission Beach Boardwalk bulkhead seawall. Michael Baker s services included structural evaluation; hydrologic and hydraulic analyses; coastal hazard investigations including wave run-up and overtopping; land surveys; civil engineering; drainage design; preliminary and final design of the structure replacement, curb and gutter, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)-compliant ramps, and parking lot improvements; electrical engineering; and permitting. Coastal Structure and Erosion Survey, State of California. FEMA Region 9. Project Principal. Designed and implemented comprehensive field survey of coastal engineering structures, coastal erosion, and land use within 7 Counties throughout the State. Work encompassed approximately 1,000 miles of field survey and included management of a 3 person field survey team. Field work included photo documentation, structures assessments, local interviews, review of historical erosion, and coastal damage events. Inventory cross referenced with database of coastal structures included interagency and stakeholder coordination. Coastal Climate Resilience Alternatives. DE DNREC. Project Manager. Managed the comprehensive evaluation of sea level rise and coastal flooding mitigation alternatives including beach nourishment and strategic retreat for seven Delaware Bay communities. Performed benefit-cost analysis for these alternatives over a thirty year planning period. Providing expertise on physical treatment of beach nourishment and retreat alternatives under future conditions. Conducting quality assurance review and contributing to interpretation of results for purposes of evaluating mitigation alternative effectiveness. 2

153 Zikar S. Saryeddean, PE, PMP, LEED AP BD+C Technical Manager Mr. Saryeddean has experience applying engineering/construction management principles and practices to the development of infrastructure and utilities. He has managed projects encompassing site selection, site investigation, conceptual design, entitlement process, civil design, approval/permitting, construction management, QA/QC control, RFI, claims, change orders, shop drawings, audits/civil inspections, and final certification. He has a track record of successful management and completion of multimillion-dollar projects within budget, on time, and per client requirements and expectations. Education MSc, Civil Engineering (Construction Management) California State University, Long Beach BS, Civil Engineering California State University, Long Beach Professional Affiliations and Service Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb), Associate Licenses Project Management Professional (PMP), 2013, Professional Engineer Civil, California, 2003, Certifications and Credentials NCEES Certified, 2013, Team Member since 2013 Relevant Project Experience Friedmutter Group, Graton Resort and Casino Phase II, Project Manager. Served as the post-design project manager and facilitated final QA/QC review, conducted a wet utility review, responded to RFIs, provided as built review and approval, and coordinated with the owners, contractors, and consultants to obtain final approval. Michael Baker provided site engineering design and surveying services for the new Graton Resort and Casino for the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria. The Michael Baker team provided complete civil engineering design, surveying, and construction administration services for the casino and hotel. The project comprises approximately 70 acres with surface parking for over 4,000 vehicles, a multistory parking garage, a low-rise 314,000-square-foot casino building, and a future multistory hotel. The project s civil design included state-of-the art water quality components, including a series of bioretention and detention facilities to treat all the stormwater runoff on the site. The project also included two bridge crossings of an existing channel, a sewer lift station and associated force main, and compliance with the recently adopted CALGreen code. 1

154 City of Palo Alto, California Avenue Transit Hub Corridor Enhancement Project, Technical Manager. Responsible for managing the post-design phase, reviewing and approving RFI, reviewing and approving shop drawings, and coordinating with subconsultants, the City engineer, and the construction manager. Michael Baker is providing design services to transform California Avenue between El Camino Real and the California Avenue Caltrain Station into a community corridor with transit-, bicycle-, and pedestrian-focused transportation treatments; renovate the California Avenue Caltrain Plaza into a vibrant hub for bicycle-commuters and visitors; and provide best-practice pedestrian-scale improvements throughout the corridor to spur ongoing economic development activity and growth. Golden State Water Company, Trussel Well Site, Technical Manager. Obtained the conditional use permit; prepared the erosion and sediment control plan, storm drain design plans, and a stormwater pollution prevention plan. Also coordinated utility reviews and the design for the new storm drain line. The Trussel project involved evaluating the existing storm drain infrastructure of an existing parcel in Sacramento County near Trussel Way to determine whether development of this site was feasible without storm drain improvements. Michael Baker prepared and analyzed a hydraulic model of the existing drainage conditions and recommended potential improvements that must take place before the site could be developed. Michael Baker also facilitated the assessment of the existing storm drain pipes to determine their condition. Previous Project Experience Emergency Centers of Operations, Saudi Arabia. Coordinated and developed the evaluation process for 15 emergency centers of operations and delivered presentation to the Ministry. King Abdul Aziz International Airport, Saudi Arabia. Managed the tender process for a new passenger terminal complex with a capacity of 30 million passengers. Dar Al Fouad Hospital, Egypt. Managed the value engineering process for a healthcare development comprising a seven-story hospital building and an eight-story medical tower accommodating 235 units as retail clinics and a hospital capacity of 156 beds. Zaria New Treatment Plant, Nigeria. Design review and construction supervision for this 150 million liters per day water treatment plant serving a population of 1.2 million with a corresponding water demand of 129 million liters per day. Watari Water Treatment Plant, Kano City, Nigeria. Design review and construction supervision for this 75 million liters per day water treatment plant. Rail Infrastructure for Iddo, Marina Red/Blue Lines/Lot 3 Nigeria. Design review and supervision of construction for four kilometers of viaducts, carrying the four tracks of the Red and Blue light rail transit lines. 2

155 Aaron Pfannenstiel, AICP, LEED AP Senior Planner Mr. Pfannenstiel is a senior planner and project manager with a background in geology, environmental studies, and planning and 14 years of experience that includes the preparation of environmental documents for CEQA and NEPA compliance, comprehensive planning documents (specific plans and general plans), design guidelines, due diligence and feasibility studies, community outreach and education, and assisting clients with development projects from inception to completion. Mr. Pfannenstiel has prepared environmental documents addressing hillside grading, environmental contamination, floodplain development, endangered species, and groundwater resources. He focuses on the incorporation of hazard mitigation into comprehensive planning projects to increase resiliency in our communities. Education MUP, Urban and Regional Planning California Polytechnic University, Pomona BA, Geology University of California, Santa Barbara BA, Environmental Studies University of California, Santa Barbara Relevant Project Experience City of Huntington Beach, General Plan Update, Assistant Project Manager. Assisting in the management of the comprehensive update of the City s General Plan. The update includes the consolidation and revision of the City s plan to comply with state requirements, as well as updated technical studies and analysis that address many of the issues currently facing the City, including economic development, sea level rise, police and fire services, and resource conservation. Development of this plan will allow Huntington Beach to accommodate the type and quantity of growth and development anticipated over the next 20 years. City of Capitola, Hazard Mitigation Plan, Project Manager. Assisted the City with the preparation of a Hazard Mitigation Plan in conjunction with its General Plan update. This update included preparation of the planning Professional Affiliations and Service American Planning Association, Inland Empire Section, Vice Director of Membership American Planning Association US Green Building Council Smart Growth Network Urban Land Institute Awards and Honors American Planning Association Inland Empire Section. Innovation in Green Community Planning Merit Award Association of Environmental Professionals. Outstanding Environmental Analysis Document American Planning Association, Los Angeles Section. Special Award of Merit for Public Outreach American Planning Association, Orange County Section. Outstanding Planning Award for Outstanding Planning Outside of Orange County by an Orange County Firm. Team Member since

156 document, facilitation of Hazard Mitigation Planning Team meetings, assistance with plan outreach and public hearings, and coordination with Cal EMA and FEMA as part of the approval process. City of Lynwood, Health and Safety Element Update. Assisting Raimi + Associates with the preparation of an update to the City s General Plan Safety Element in compliance with Government Code Section This update is occurring in conjunction with the preparation of a General Plan Health Element. City of Maricopa, Safety Element Update and Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Annex, Project Manager. Managed the preparation of an updated General Plan Safety Element for the City. This update included the preparation of a Safety Element in accordance with Government Code Section 65302, as well as the consolidation of the City s Local Hazard Mitigation Plan information into an appendix to the element. As part of this project, staff prepared an Initial Study/Negative Declaration in compliance with CEQA. City of South Gate, Local Hazard Mitigation Plan and Safety Element Update, Project Manager. Preparing an update to the City s existing Local Hazard Mitigation Plan and General Plan Safety Element. City of Glendora, General Plan Update, Project Planner. Prepared the Safety Element as part of the General Plan update. Natural and man-made hazards identified and addressed in this update included fault rupture, landslides, liquefaction, unstable soil conditions, flood hazards and dam inundation, fire, crime, hazardous materials, and aircraft overflight. City of Monterey Park, General Plan Sustainability and Health Elements, Sustainability Element Lead. Assisted with community outreach and policy development in the Sustainability and Health elements which were not a part of the City s original General Plan. Developed an innovative outreach approach utilizing stakeholder partnerships and focusing on outreach to many groups and organizations. City of Wasco, General Plan Safety Element Update, Project Manager. Managed Safety Element. Update, including coordination with City staff during the update, coordination with consultant team on document preparation (Safety Element and Initial Study/Negative Declaration), and revisions based on City staff input. This project was funded through the Disaster Recovery Initiative Grant Program. City of Seal Beach, Emergency Operations Plan, Project Manager. Overseeing the update of the City s Emergency Operations Plan in accordance with FEMA s Comprehensive Planning Guidance 101 requirements. City of Huntington Beach, Hazard Mitigation Plan Update, Project Manager. Assisted the City with its Hazard Mitigation Plan update, which included preparation of the updated document, coordination of Hazard Mitigation Planning Team meetings, assistance with plan outreach and public hearings, and processing and coordination with Cal EMA and FEMA as part of the approval process. 2

157 Jonathan Faoro Senior GIS Analyst Mr. Faoro has 13 years of GIS experience, including implementation of GIS applications for transportation, public works, municipal planning, and natural resources management projects. He is knowledgeable of the latest GIS software and technologies, including ArcGIS 9.X/10.X, ESRI Business Analyst Online, ESRI ArcPad mobile GIS, ArcPad Application Builder, Trimble TerraSync and Trimble Pathfinder Office GPS software, ERDAS Imagine, and several ArcGIS extensions. He is very familiar with geographic information databases and has been responsible for data capture/creation, management, and analysis for a multitude of projects in the nation. Education Urban Site Design, UC Davis Extension AutoCAD Level I, CAD Masters Autodesk Map 3D, CAD Masters BA, Geography with concentration in GIS California State University, Sacramento Software Skills ArcGIS 9.X/10.X ESRI Business Analyst Online ESRI mobile GIS ArcPad Application Builder Trimble TerraSync Trimble Pathfinder Office GPS software ERDAS Imagine Team Member since 2007 Relevant Project Experience South Sacramento Habitat Conservation Plan (SSHCP), Senior GIS Analyst. Created and managed the GIS database, habitat modeling, and document figure production for a 370,000-acre Habitat Conservation Plan. Major tasks included: Modeled habitat and distribution for 30 species within the SSHCP plan area. Modeled impacts to species habitat and potential for conservation using a watershed-based approach. Through photo-interpretation, digitized land cover types on 36,000-acre plan area addition. Geo-rectification of 1937 NRCS aerial imagery into a seamless mosaic to identify potential restoration opportunities. 1

158 Yuba Sutter Regional Conservation Plan, Senior GIS Analyst. Updated and managed the GIS database, habitat modeling, and document figure production for a 469,000-acre Regional Conservation Plan. Major tasks included modeling habitat and distribution for 14 species within the plan area, modeling impacts to species habitat for the Regional Plan conservation strategy, and updating and organizing data layers originally created by other consultants. City of Madera, General Plan Update and EIR, Senior GIS Analyst. Managed the GIS support of an update to the General Plan and General Plan EIR. Support involved opportunities and constraints analysis and mapping, as well as data creation/conversion for land use, zoning, and city boundaries. Marin City, Blight Assessment, Senior GIS Analyst. Designed and implemented mobile GIS application for blight assessment survey of residential units in the Marin City Redevelopment Area. Trained survey staff on GIS and GPS data collection techniques. Designed, managed, and analyzed spatial data. City of Livingston, General Plan Update and EIR, Senior GIS Analyst. Managed GIS data creation for an update to the General Plan and General Plan EIR. Support involved creation/conversion of data for land use, zoning, and city boundaries along with document map production. City of Rancho Cordova, Folsom Boulevard Improvement Planning, GIS Analyst. Provided GIS analysis/cartography for the commercial improvement plan by assessing the existing situation with the use of LIDAR data and aerial photography, and modeling possible improvement scenarios. City of Elk Grove, Roadway Improvement Projects Regulatory Compliance, GIS Analyst. Provided GIS analysis/cartography for road and intersection projects in Elk Grove necessary to prepare Clean Water Act 404 Individual and Nationwide Permits, Section 401 Water Quality Certifications, CDFG 1602 Streambed Alteration Agreements, and ESA Section 7 Biological Assessments over a five-year period. Previous Experience Quad Knopf, Geographic Information Systems Specialist. Used ArcGIS in support of planning and biology staff. Assisted with preparation of specific plans and general plan updates, performed opportunities and constraints analysis and mapping, and trained biology staff on use of Trimble resource-grade GPS units. Assisted with wetland delineations, prepared LESA models, and assisted on land surveying projects Ducks Unlimited, GIS/Remote Sensing Technician III. Served as lead mapping support for the western region s engineers and biologists. Produced 3-D fly-through shown at the Ducks Unlimited National Convention, developed new field mapping solutions for remote sensing fieldwork, and managed GIS lab/office data server. Served as the lead IT support technician for the Ducks Unlimited western region. 2

159 Morro Bay GPU/LCP Dilip Trivedi, Dr.Eng, PE Quality Control (Moffatt & Nichol) EDUCATION Dr.Eng. Engineering, Texas A&M University, 1994 ME Ocean Engineering, Texas A&M University, 1990 BE Civil Engineering, Bangalore University, India, 1984 REGISTRATION California, C54677, 1996 EXPERIENCE Dr. Trivedi brings more than 25 years of experience in civil and coastal engineering, with emphasis on leading technical studies as well as implementing projects on the waterfront. He is an early design innovator in addressing sea level rise and has led the public use planning for large urban redevelopment projects on former Navy bases in the San Francisco region, restoration planning for several North Bay diked baylands, design and analyses for former salt ponds in the South Bay, and FEMA flooding studies in the South Bay. He is uniquely qualified in applying advanced numerical modeling tools and techniques to coastal and fluvial systems including vulnerability assessments, hydrodynamics, and sediment transport processes, as well as design of coastal structures. He has used sophisticated numerical methods including wave, hydrodynamic and sediment transport models to address coastal/estuarine processes and tidal hydraulics within large bays and estuaries as well as open coastlines. Relevant Experience San Francisco International Airport Shoreline Protection Feasibility Study, CA. Led a detailed assessment of the existing shoreline protection system around SFO, identified reaches where improvement measures to the flood protection system would be necessary, and recommended new shoreline protection measures to protect Airport property from the base flood defined by FEMA and from sea level rise. Evaluated which segments of the perimeter could potentially become deficient and would require enhancements, and prepared a multi-phased plan, including costs, for capital planning. Redwood Shores Levee FEMA Recertification, Redwood City, CA. Led the preparation of a coastal study to evaluate vulnerability of the Redwood Shores Peninsula to coastal flooding. Conducted detailed analyses to evaluate coincident high tides and wind waves, and estimated the 1% chance event per FEMA guidelines. Design recommendations were provided to the City and to the San Carlos Airport to obtain FEMA re-certification, which were implemented on a fast-track construction basis. Coordinated with the City and FEMA, which successfully led to FEMA approval and levee certification. Treasure Island Coastal Flooding Protection, San Francisco, CA. Prepared a coastal study to estimate the extent of flooding on Treasure Island resulting from tides, waves, tsunamis, and storm surges. The work was performed to assist in establishing grades for the proposed development and the perimeter protection. One of the key work items was assessing the effects of future Climate Change /Sea Level Rise and developing a management and an adaptation strategy to address future changes in water levels and storm intensity. Great Highway/Ocean Beach Storm Damage Reduction, San Francisco, CA. Designed emergency bluff protection and prepared long-term plans for the reach south of Sloat Blvd. Conducted analyses of waves and tides to design the structure and to obtain permits from the Coastal Commission, prepared a long-term management plan for the bluffs and beaches to protect SFPUC infrastructure. Also led several coastal engineering assessments for the City and Army Corps related to storm damage at Ocean Beach including shoreline changes and morphology going back to Statement Of Qualifications Page 1

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161 Russell H. Boudreau, PE Project Manager (Moffatt & Nichol) EDUCATION ME, Coastal Engineering, University of California, Berkeley, 1980 BA, Applied Mechanics, University of California, San Diego, 1978 REGISTRATION California, Professional Engineer, Civil, , 1987 EXPERIENCE Morro Bay GPU/LCP Mr. Boudreau is a senior coastal engineer with expertise in the field of SLR. He has served as a project manager and principal for studies and projects that support coastal and waterfront clients seeking planning strategies to manage the threat of SLR. Throughout his career, he has been involved with projects involving coastal processes, environmental restoration, shore protection, navigation improvement and marina design experience includes prototype and numerical studies of wetland hydraulics, beach nourishment, harbor water quality, wave prediction and wave force studies for fixed and floating structures, and coastal and riverine shoreline protection. His experience in these areas ranges from planning and design through permit acquisition, preparation of final design documents, and construction management. Relevant Experience Huntington Beach General Plan Update, Huntington Beach, California. M&N is part of a planning team tasked with updating the City s General Plan. High priority items include the SLR vulnerability assessment and adaptive management strategies. Threatened infrastructure includes world class beaches and pier, pedestrian and bike access ways, parking lots, Pacific Coast Highway, power plant and others. A key element of the project is focused public outreach including establishment of a Sea Level Rise Task Force comprising a broad range of public and private stakeholders. The Vulnerability Assessment has been completed and the Coastal Resiliency Plan under preparation. Naval Amphibious Base Coronado Erosion Study, San Diego County, California. Principal-in-charge of a shoreline erosion control study for the Naval Facilities Engineering Command. The base, used for training by Navy SEAL teams, is located along a low-lying, highly developed, and dynamic stretch of coastline. Analysis of historic shoreline position and follow-on sediment budget analyses demonstrate an erosional shoreline since the early 1990s. The focus of the study was to determine the present and future risk to base infrastructure, including shoreline response modeling for various scenarios of projected sea level rise, develop alternatives to manage risk including shoreline protective devices, beach nourishment, sand retention structures, and managed retreat of threatened infrastructure. Naval Base Ventura County Point Mugu Shoreline Protection Plan, Ventura County, California. Project manager responsible for a detailed assessment of the ongoing shoreline erosion at NBVC Point Mugu, and the related threat to both mission-critical infrastructure and the diverse coastal ecosystems. Unique challenges included assessment of the impact of the dynamic nature of the Mugu Submarine Canyon on coastal processes. Alternatives includes assessment of both short term and long term needs, and included consideration of beach nourishment, winter sand dikes, revetment shore protection, and managed retreat. Efficacy of alternatives was evaluated for various scenarios of sea level rise. San Dieguito Wetlands Restoration, Del Mar, California. Project manager in charge of preliminary engineering studies and grading plans for the lagoon and wetlands restoration project. Project comprises restoration of approximately 150 acres of tidal wetlands and saltmarsh. Design elements included channel and tidal basin restoration, flood control structures including berms, culverts and a weir, and bird nesting sites Statement Of Qualifications Page 2

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163 Aaron Holloway, PE Coastal Engineer (Moffatt & Nichol) EDUCATION MS, Civil Engineering, California State University, Long Beach BS, in Civil Engineering California State University, Long Beach REGISTRATION California, Professional Engineer, Civil, C71640, 2008 EXPERIENCE Morro Bay GPU/LCP Mr. Holloway has more than 10 years of experience in coastal and water resources engineering, with a focus on design, analysis, modeling and permitting of coastal, riverine, and civil infrastructure projects. His experience has included design of beach nourishment projects, shore protection infrastructure, levees, flood control improvements, environmental restorations, and constructed wetland treatment systems. Mr. Holloway has led projects from concept level through permitting, detailed design and construction, and performed complex engineering analyses, including hydraulic physical model studies, fluvial/sediment transport modeling, 2D surface flow modeling, hydrology studies, and drainage master planning. Relevant Experience City of Huntington Beach Sea Level Rise Vulnerability Assessment. Project engineer who assessed impacts of SLR on City infrastructure along the coastline and inland waterways including Huntington Harbour, Bolsa Chica and Huntington Beach wetlands. Performed numerical modeling to estimate extents of coastal and stormwater flooding for a range of SLR projections. Performed a vulnerability and risk assessment of infrastructure and resources to inform the City s General Plan update. Assessment results will be used to prioritize adaptation measures to improve the City s resiliency to climate change. San Elijo Lagoon Bridge Optimization Study, Encinitas, California. Project engineer responsible for numerical modeling of lagoon hydrodynamics using RMA-2 to optimize the I-5, Railroad and Hwy 101 Bridge crossings for improvement of tidal circulation and flood conveyance for future time horizons that include SLR projections out to Modeling included optimization of four different Lagoon restoration alternatives under several different flow conditions including a typical spring tide series, a 100-year storm event coupled with extreme high tides and the impacts of future SLR on each scenario. Results provided the basis for planning and design of bridge improvements associated with the I-5 North Coast Corridor Project, SANDAG Railroad Improvements and future improvements to Highway 101. San Dieguito Lagoon Restoration Plan, San Diego, California. Performed Fluvial 12 sediment transport modeling of the downstream reach of San Dieguito River to evaluate potential impacts from proposed wetland restoration. Impact analysis of three wetland restoration alternatives involved simulation of a single-event 100-year storm and a long-term flood series developed to ensure the flood conveyance and sediment transport capacity of the river is maintained. Shoreline Erosion Report, US Naval Support Facility, Diego Garcia. Project engineer who evaluated impacts of SLR on mission-critical infrastructure along the coastline and developed a long-term management plan for adapting coastal infrastructure to a changing wave climate and SLR. Identified erosion problem areas, quantified erosion rates, determined causes of erosion, and recommended solutions for minimizing damage. Performed risk assessment of critical infrastructure to identify immediate, mid-, and long-term action items to maintain long-term operation and mission readiness. Developed a long-term management plan for adapting critical infrastructure to accommodate ongoing shoreline erosion and future SLR. Prepared a summary report to prioritize budgeting, planning, and design efforts to implement long-term management plan Statement Of Qualifications Page 3

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165 Brian P. Leslie Coastal Scientist (Moffatt & Nichol) Morro Bay GPU/LCP EDUCATION EXPERIENCE Coastal Engineering Certification, Mr. Leslie has served as a coastal scientist and project manager Old Dominion University, 2012 on projects involving shoreline protection, coastal hazard (i.e. tsunami, extreme wave conditions, and SLR) vulnerability BS, Oceanography, Florida assessments, beach nourishment, wetland restoration, and field Institute of Technology, 2001 data collection and analysis. He also works to secure permits for AFFILIATIONS marine and coastal construction projects and prepares, analyzes American Shore and Beach and manages coastal geospatial databases. Preservation Association Mr. Leslie received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Oceanography Association of Coastal Engineers from the Florida Institute of Technology in 2001 and a Coastal Engineering Certification from Old Dominion University in He Association of Environmental has 13 years of professional work experience within both the Professionals public and private sectors in the fields of stormwater management, environmental planning, and coastal science and engineering. Relevant Experience Huntington Beach Sea Level Rise Vulnerability Assessment, City of Huntington Beach, California. Coastal scientist. Prepared a city-wide SLR vulnerability assessment using a two-dimensional morphodynamic model that examined potential shoreline erosion and wave uprush due to SLR over the next 100 years. Numerical modeling techniques were also applied to analyze potential fluvial flooding impacts as a result of SLR along several inland waterways. A GIS was developed to evaluate, quantify and prioritize present and future SLR impacts over various planning horizons. Potential adaptation responses to identified vulnerabilities were drafted in a coastal resiliency plan. SANDAG/Caltrans Sea-Level Rise Study, San Diego County, California. Project scientist for the preparation of a SLR study that analyzed various projected SLR scenarios on proposed highway, freeway, and rail improvements over six coastal lagoons. The projected SLR scenarios were analyzed relative to combined extreme water levels that included: high tides, storm flows and tsunamis to develop conservative water surface elevations to that were applied in the planning and design of the proposed bridges and improvements. A unique bridge adaptation measure was developed that would allow future SLR accommodation if the bridge were to become vulnerable outside of the proposed design life. San Elijo Lagoon Restoration, Encinitas, California. Project scientist. Prepared a SLR study whose goal was to evaluate proposed restoration design concepts for the lagoon under various SLR scenarios. The study summarized relevant SLR guidance and offered recommendations of design water levels under various project planning horizons. The study was used to develop transitional areas within the lagoon that would provide space for habitat to migrate up in response to SLR. Cabrillo Pavilion and Bathhouse Sea Level Rise Impact Analysis/Vulnerability Assessment, City of Santa Barbara, California. Coastal scientist. Prepared a project-scale vulnerability assessment for a largescale, coastal facility restoration project. Used a two-dimensional morphodynamic model to examine potential shoreline erosion and wave uprush as a result of SLR over the next 100 years. The impact analysis / vulnerability assessment informed design elements of various project features and supporting facilities. The study provided a range of adaptation responses to be considered at various physical triggers Statement Of Qualifications Page 4

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167 Morro Bay GPU/LCP Christopher K. Webb Senior Coastal Scientist (Moffatt & Nichol) EDUCATION BA, Physical Geography, San Diego State University, 1986, Graduated with Distinction MA, Geography, San Diego State University, 1989, Sea Grant Trainee AFFILIATIONS Director, California Shore and Beach Preservation Association EXPERIENCE Mr. Webb is a coastal scientist who specializes in coastal planning and geomorphology, including projects involving shoreline planning, coastal impact studies, beach nourishment, wetland restoration, riverine restoration, water quality assessments, and field data measurement. He performs concept and environmental planning services, assists with designs, secures permits, performs presentations to clients and the public, and serves as a supervisory-level project manager. Relevant Experience Huntington Beach General Plan Update, Huntington Beach, California. Moffatt & Nichol is part of a planning team tasked with updating the City s General Plan. High priority items include the SLR vulnerability assessment and adaptive management strategies. Threatened infrastructure includes world class beaches and pier, pedestrian and bike access ways, parking lots, Pacific Coast Highway, power plant and others. Mr. Webb served as QA/QC manager and reviewed all deliverables for consistency with the contracted scope of work, and he assisting with stakeholder workshop participation. A key element of the General Plan Update is focused public outreach including establishment of a Sea Level Rise Task Force comprising a broad range of public and private stakeholders. San Diego Regional Sea Level Rise Study, San Diego County, California. Project manager responsible for determining design criteria for regional transportation projects to meet SLR requirements in the future. Researched SLR estimates and guidelines, and applied them to the local region. Estimated elevation requirements needed for future bridge replacements on the railroad and I-5, and prepared adaptation strategies for bridges that cannot be raised sufficiently to meet SLR elevation requirements. Tsunami conditions were also evaluated in the study as a separate condition. Batiquitos Lagoon Double Track Project, Carlsbad, California. Project manager for Hydraulic Study to serve as the basis of design for the railroad bridge replacement as part of the Batiquitos Lagoon Double Track Project. Directs all work and implements QA/QC procedures. San Elijo Lagoon Restoration, Encinitas, California. Project manager for the planning and engineering for restoration of 1,000 acres of degraded wetland at San Elijo Lagoon. Regularly presents updates at a very large group of stakeholders consisting of government agencies. The preliminary engineering phase is complete and environmental review commenced in 2013 under M&N s direction. SEADIP Sea Level Rise Modeling, Long Beach, California. Manages the modeling effort to quantify water level increases during projected SLR. Data will indicate vulnerabilities and risks to inform the Local Coastal Program update by the City of Long Beach to provide adaptation planning. The planning time horizon is 2060 and the SLR estimate is approximate two feet Statement Of Qualifications Page 5

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169 Brad Porter, PE Marine Structures (Moffatt & Nichol) Morro Bay GPU/LCP EDUCATION MS, Coastal Engineering, University of California, Berkeley, 1985 BS, Civil Engineering, University of California, Berkeley, 1984 REGISTRATION California, Civil, 42795, 1987 EXPERIENCE Mr. Porter brings more than 27 years of project management experience gained on a variety of coastal engineering projects involving hydrology and hydraulics, coastal structures, dredging, wetlands creation, and environmental restoration. This experience includes providing planning, permitting, design, construction documents, and post-construction-award services. Relevant Experience Santa Cruz Wharf Survey, Santa Cruz, California. Project manager who oversaw the surveying of the Santa Cruz Wharf and the development a GIS/CAD map of the structure that is compatible with the city s existing GIS system. The survey map included the wharf, promenade deck, shoreside restaurant, main beach seawall and stairs, public parking lot and stairs, and all of the appurtenances associated with each, such as parking spaces, lighting, fire hydrants and fire access routes, and utilities. The piles supporting the wharf along with all under-wharf utilities were surveyed from below and mapped into the GIS/CAD file in State Plane Coordinates. Shelter Cove Breakwater Rehabilitation, Shelter Cove, California. Project manager for the engineering of the rehabilitation for a rock mound breakwater to improve boat launching conditions at Shelter Cove, a remote location in northern California. Conducted coastal engineering study for the environmental review phase of the project. After obtaining approvals, performed the final design, construction documents, bid support, and construction oversight. Assisted the owner throughout the project with grant process approvals with the California Dept. of Boating and Waterways. Ocean Beauty Pier Repair, Petersburg, Alaska. Project manager for an on-site investigation, repair, design, and construction oversight of a 70-year-old pier that serves as a fish processing facility. The pier sustained damage from impact with a large vessel during large tidal fluctuation. Observed onsite damage to the concrete slab and timbers, broken utility lines, and damage to above-deck structures. Developed an evaluation plan to determine damage due to impact and developed scope of repairs with owner, insurance agent and responsible party. Developed a rapid repair design to return the pier to service prior to next commercial fishing season. Oversaw construction of repairs and provided onsite assistance during the duration of the project. Boat Launch Facility, Colusa, California. Project manager for engineering services for the design of a boat launch facility to replace the existing boat launch facility in the adjacent Colusa-Sacramento River State Recreation Area. The new facility, which is funded by the California Department of Boating and Waterways (DBAW) at an estimated construction cost of $2.1 million, will feature a twolane launch ramp, ramp approach, and parking for 118 cars and trailers. Oversaw a geotechnical investigation, laboratory testing of soils, land and hydrographic surveying, and development of design alternatives Statement Of Qualifications Page 6

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171 RICHARD C. DAULTON, MURP Principal Rincon Consultants, Inc. As a Principal in Rincon s Environmental Sciences and Planning Group and Operations Manager of Rincon s San Luis Obispo office, Mr. Daulton oversees planning and environmental projects in the California Central Coast region. Mr. Daulton has over 18 years of experience in the planning profession, with an emphasis on environmental planning. His planning skills are supported by a strong background in technical environmental and economic analysis. He manages a range of CEQA and NEPA documents, and has successfully combined environmental analysis and planning techniques to guide agencies through complex studies and controversial programs, entitlement and planning projects. TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES Mr. Daulton manages the preparation of CEQA and NEPA documents, with an emphasis on projectlevel analysis for development and public works projects. He is skilled at balancing the goals of conveying complex environmental issues to the general public and preparing legally defensible and highly technical CEQA and NEPA documents. Mr. Daulton has educational background in economics and conducts economic analyses, including land demand market analyses. Mr. Daulton is a skilled public presenter and moderator, having designed public outreach programs and facilitated public workshops for various General Plans and EIRs, and conducted professional presentations at planning conferences and Association of Environmental Professionals workshops. Mr. Daulton has overseen several climate action plans, including regional CAPs. Mr. Daulton has considerable experience managing the preparation of permit applications and coordinating with regulatory agencies for wetlands and streambed alterations. He is qualified to prepare jurisdictional wetlands delineations. EDUCATION, REGISTRATIONS AND AFFILIATIONS M.U.R.P., Urban and Regional Planning, University of California, Irvine B.S., Economics, University of California, San Diego 38-Hour U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation and Management Training Program Architecture Foundation Award, University of California, Irvine Social Ecology Associates, 1997 Association of Environmental Professionals EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Rincon Consultants, Inc. (2000 through present) RBF Consulting (1997 through 2000) Michael Brandman Associates (1995 through 1997) PROJECT EXPERIENCE Project-Level CEQA Documentation Santa Margarita Ranch Project EIR, County of San Luis Obispo Dalidio Marketplace Commercial Annexation Project EIR, City of San Luis Obispo Union Valley Parkway Extension/Interchange Project EIR/EA, City of Santa Maria E n v i r o n m e n t a l S c i e n t i s t s P l a n n e r s E n g i n e e r s

172 Richard Daulton, MURP Page 2 Biddle Ranch Agricultural Cluster Subdivision EIR, County of San Luis Obispo Paso Robles Vineyards Agricultural Cluster Subdivision EIR, County of San Luis Obispo Skytt Mesa Residential Subdivision EIR, City of Solvang Flying Flags Residential Project EIR, City of Buellton Seabreeze Estates Residential Subdivision EIR, City of Lompoc San Juan Oaks Golf Course Project EIR, County of San Benito Orcutt Key Site 3 EIR, County of Santa Barbara Santa Maria Los Flores Landfill Project EIR, City of Santa Maria Santa Maria Landfill Expansion Project EIR, City of Santa Maria Regional Landfills Project EIR, Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority SR 99/Fulkerth Ave. Interchange Improvements PEAR, IS-MND & Environ. Studies, City of Turlock U.S. 101/Clark Avenue Interchange Improvements PEAR, County of Santa Barbara City of Manteca Multimodal Station CEQA/NEPA Documentation Grover Beach Transit Center IS-MND, City of Grover Beach Green Valley Road Bridge Replacement CEQA/NEPA Documentation, County of Santa Cruz Cypress Mtn. Drive at Klau Creek Bridge Repl. Project Env. Services, County of San Luis Obispo Five Bridges Painting Projects Environmental Services, County of San Luis Obispo San Clemente Dam Removal Project Environmental and Planning Services, County of Monterey Copper Sulfate Reservoir Application IS-MND, Metropolitan Water District Programmatic Transportation and Urban Planning Analysis and Documentation General Plan Update and EIR, City of Lompoc General Plan Update and EIR, City of Buellton Land Demand Market Analysis, City of Paso Robles Shandon Community Plan EIR, County of San Luis Obispo Santa Ynez Valley Community Plan EIR, County of Santa Barbara Housing Element Rezone Program EIR, County of Santa Barbara Regional Transportation Plan/Sustainable Communities Strategy EIRs, SBCAG, StanCOG, TCAG, AMBAG Regional Transportation Plan EIRs, SLOCOG, SCCRTC, SBtCOG, SBCAG, KCAG, PCTPA Santa Margarita Ranch Future Development Program EIR, County of San Luis Obispo Bailey Avenue Specific Plan EIR, City of Lompoc Area 9 Specific Plan EIR, City of Santa Maria Oaks Springs Village Specific Plan EIR, City of Buellton Hamilton Army Air Field Base Reuse Plan EIR, City of Novato Bicycle Master Plan, City of Guadalupe Los Flores Ranch Open Space Management Plan, City of Santa Maria Climate Action Planning San Luis Obispo County Regional Climate Action Plan for Cities of Paso Robles, Atascadero, Morro Bay, Pismo Beach, Grover Beach, and Arroyo Grande Kings County Regional Climate Action Plan City of Lake Elsinore Climate Action Plan Professional Presentations Seminar Instructor, Association of Environmental Professionals Advanced CEQA and CEQA Basics Workshops, CEQA Streamlining Session, California State University CEQA Workshop, 2012 Guest Lecturer, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo,

173 CHRIS BERSBACH, MESM Project Manager, Environmental Planner Rincon Consultants, Inc. As an environmental planner for Rincon s Environmental Sciences and Planning group, Chris Bersbach is responsible for managing and preparing CEQA and NEPA documentation and technical air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, and noise impact analyses. His experience includes a wide range of technical environmental and planning studies involving land and infrastructure development, urban redevelopment, solar power facilities, oil extraction and refining facilities, landfills, general plans and specific plans, climate action plans, and other long-range planning documents. TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES Mr. Bersbach manages the preparation of CEQA and NEPA documents, with an emphasis on project-level analysis for development projects. He is skilled at balancing the goals of conveying complex environmental issues to the general public and preparing legally defensible and highly technical compliance documents. Mr. Bersbach serves as contributing environmental planner for a range of technical environmental and planning studies involving land and infrastructure development, urban redevelopment, specific plans, general plan elements, and climate action plans. Mr. Bersbach is experienced with a variety of air pollutant and GHG emissions models, which include the CalEEMod land use emissions forecast tool, the most recent version of the California Air Resources Board s Mobile Source Emissions Inventory (EMFAC2011), CALINE4, HARP, AERMOD, ICLEI s Clean Air Climate Protection (CACP) software, the Local Government Operations Protocol, and the Climate Registry General Reporting Protocol. Mr. Bersbach is experienced with the Federal Highway Administration s Traffic Noise Model, as well as noise protocols in use by a variety of agencies, including the Environmental Protection Agency, the Federal Transit Administration, and the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Mr. Bersbach utilizes his experience in planning, natural resource management, and policy analysis to develop environmental documents that communicate effectively. EDUCATION, REGISTRATIONS AND AFFILIATIONS M.E.S.M., Conservation Planning; Bren School of Environmental Science & Management, Univ. of California B.A., Psychology; Brandeis University Member, California Association of Environmental Professionals AEP Spring 2009 CEQA Advanced Workshop AEP Winter 2011 CEQA Legislative Update Workshop EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Rincon Consultants, Inc. (2008 through present) Condor Environmental Planning Services ( ) Santa Barbara Community Environmental Council (2005) PROJECT EXPERIENCE CEQA and NEPA Compliance Shandon Area Community Plan Update EIR, County of San Luis Obispo E n v i r o n m e n t a l S c i e n t i s t s P l a n n e r s E n g i n e e r s

174 Chris Bersbach, MESM Page 2 Agricultural Program Subdivision Cluster EIR, County of San Luis Obispo Granite Construction Project SEIR, County of Santa Barbara 2011 Kings County Regional Transportation Plan EIR, Kings County Association of Governments Foothill Transit Park & Ride Facility IS-MND, City of Industry Moss Landing Marine Laboratories Pier Replacement Project IS-MND Addendum, California State University Los Flores Integrated Waste Management Facility EIR, City of Santa Maria Santa Margarita Ranch Project and Program EIR, County of San Luis Obispo Santa Ynez Valley Community Plan EIR, County of Santa Barbara Scotts Valley Town Center Specific Plan EIR, City of Scotts Valley Pomona General Plan EIR and Corridors Specific Plan EIR, City of Pomona Meritage Senior Center SEIR, City of Buellton Santa Barbara County Regional Transportation Plan & Sustainable Communities Strategy EIR, SBCAG Albertsons Expansion Project EIR, City of Carpinteria Key Site 30 SEIR, County of Santa Barbara Santa Margarita Ranch Project and Program EIR, County of San Luis Obispo East Natomas Education Center Project SEIR, Twin Rivers Unified School District Santa Margarita Ranch EIR Addendum for Off-Site Air Quality Mitigation Fees, County of San Luis Obispo Orcutt Key Site 3 Environmental Impact Report, County of Santa Barbara Marina High School Project EIR, Monterey Peninsula Unified School District MPUSD Facilities Program Change Project IS-MND, Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Sustainability Services Single-Use Carryout Bag Reduction Ordinance EIR, City of Sunnyvale Huntington Beach Single-Use Carryout Bag Ordinance EIR, City of Huntington Beach Tuolumne County Regional Blueprint Greenhouse Gas Study, Tuolumne County Transportation Council City of Vista Climate Action Plan, City of Vista Lake Elsinore Climate Action Plan, City of Lake Elsinore Marina Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan, City of Marina Technical Studies Mobile Exhaust Health Risk Assessment Reports for Los Angeles Community Development Commission Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Technical Reports for Distributed Solar Sites, Recurrent Energy Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Studies for Cedar and Kettner Property Development Project, BRG Consulting, City of San Diego Construction Air Quality Monitoring for Los Osos Wastewater Treatment Plant Project, San Luis Obispo Public Works Department Crossroads Center Drive-Through Noise and Air Quality Studies, City of Buellton Harvey Mudd College Master Plan Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Study, City of Claremont KKSCW Diatomite Development Plan Air Quality Technical Report, Plains Exploration & Production Company, Kern County Atmosphere Affordable Housing Greenhouse Gas Study, Wakeland Housing & Development Corporation, City of San Diego Union Valley Parkway/Bradley Road Noise Study, County of Santa Barbara 912 Boynton Noise Study, City of San José

175 COLBY J. BOGGS Principal Senior Ecologist/Biological Program Manager Rincon Consultants, Inc. Colby J. Boggs is a Senior Ecologist with Rincon Consultants, Inc. He has over fourteen years of professional experience as a botanist, ecologist, wetlands specialist, and biological sciences educator and researcher. His duties at Rincon include biological field surveys for special status species, habitat and plant community mapping, wetlands assessments, biological resources analyses, construction and mitigation monitoring, conservation planning, regulatory compliance, and the preparation of biological reports, environmental documents and permit applications in support of the California Environmental Quality Act, National Environmental Policy Act, Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act, Fish and Game Code 1600 et seq., Clean Water Act, and state and federal Endangered Species Acts. TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES Mr. Boggs is skilled in plant, wildlife and wetland ecology, biological and wetlands resources assessments, biological survey methods, ecological restoration, vegetation monitoring, and invasive plant biology; other technical skills include knowledge and use of dissecting, compound and scanning electron microscopes, statistics, global positioning systems, and ecological sampling equipment. Mr. Boggs has managed, conducted, and/or assisted reconnaissance and/or protocol level botanical and wildlife survey efforts for federally listed, state-listed, and other special status species as well as invasive and noxious weed species. Mr. Boggs has designed creation, restoration, enhancement, reclamation and monitoring plans for terrestrial and wetland habitats; mapped plant communities and habitat types through field surveys and interpretation of aerial imagery; conducted delineations of wetlands and other waters; completed several assessments of habitat suitability for special status plant and wildlife species, and performed post-treatment and other programmatic vegetation monitoring. EDUCATION, REGISTRATIONS AND AFFILIATIONS M.S., Botany, 2001, California State University, Chico B.S., Ecology and Evolution, 1996, University of California, Santa Barbara A Manual of California Vegetation, 2 nd Edition Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, 2011 California Rapid Assessment Method U.C. Davis Extension and Moss Landing Marine Laboratories, 2010 Rare, Threatened, and Endangered Plant Voucher Collecting Permit No. 2081(a) V California Department of Fish and Game, 2010 Certified Ecologist Ecological Society of America, 2007 California Rapid Assessment Method U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, San Francisco Estuary Institute and Moss Landing Marine Laboratories, 2007 Habitat Assessment and Modeling Training U.S. Geological Survey, 2007 Hydric Soil Indicators Wetland Training Institute, 2007 Introduction to Botanical Biological Evaluations, Botany Reports, and Noxious Weed Risk Assessments Friends of the Biological Sciences Herbarium, CSU, Chico, 2005 Wetlands Delineation and Management Richard Chinn Environmental Training, 2003 Introduction to CEQA/NEPA for Botanists Friends of the Biological Sciences Herbarium, CSU, Chico, 2002 E n v i r o n m e n t a l S c i e n t i s t s P l a n n e r s E n g i n e e r s

176 Colby J. Boggs Page 2 Society of Wetland Scientists Member Ecological Society of America Member California Botanical Society Member California Native Plant Society Member California Native Grasslands Association Member California Invasive Plant Council Member California Society for Ecological Restoration Member Northern California Botanists Founding Member and Past Vice President Friends of the Biological Sciences Herbarium at CSU, Chico Member and Past Board Member PROFESSIONAL HISTORY Rincon Consultants, Inc. (2008 to present) North State Resources, Inc. (2000 to 2008) California State University, Chico (1999 to 2001) Independent Consultant (1998 to 2000) Santa Barbara School District (1997 to 1999) California State University, Chico (1996 to 1997) Fullerton College (1995 to 1996) Santa Barbara Botanic Garden (1995) University of California, Santa Barbara (1993 to 1995) RECENT PROJECT EXPERIENCE Biological Studies, Biological Assessment, Natural Environment Study, and Initial Study-Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS-MND) for the Morro Creek Pedestrian Bridge Project City of Morro Bay Public Works Department, San Luis Obispo County Marine and Terrestrial Biological Studies and IS-MND for the Morro Bay Boatyard Project City of Morro Bay Harbor Department, San Luis Obispo County Natural Environment Study, Biological Assessment, Jurisdictional Delineation, and Permitting for the Cypress Mountain Drive at Klau Creek Bridge Replacement Project San Luis Obispo County Department of Public Works, San Luis Obispo County Natural Environment Study, Biological Assessment, Jurisdictional Delineation, and Permitting for the Five Bridges Painting Project San Luis Obispo County Department of Public Works, San Luis Obispo County Biological Studies, IS/MND, Regulatory Permitting, and Wetland Mitigation and Monitoring Plan (including CRAM) for the Greenwood Park Stormwater Treatment System Project City of Pacific Grove (subcontract through Fall Creek Engineering), Monterey County Biological Studies, IS/MND, Regulatory Permitting, and Landscape Restoration Plan for the Urban Runoff Diversion Phase 3 and Sewer Upgrades Project City of Pacific Grove, Monterey County Biological Data Review and Permitting for the San Clemente Dam Removal Project Monterey County Resource Management Agency, Monterey County Jurisdictional Delineation, Biological Studies, IS/MND, and Regulatory Permitting for the Walter Colton School Storm Drain Improvement Project Monterey Peninsula Unified School District, Monterey County Natural Environment Study, Biological Assessment, Bio-acoustic Evaluation, Jurisdictional Delineation, and IS-MND for the Larkspur Street at San Lorenzo River Bridge Replacement Project Santa Cruz County Department of Public Works, Santa Cruz County

177 KEVIN P. HUNT Cultural Resources Program Manager Rincon Consultants, Inc. Mr. Hunt is the Cultural Resources Program Manager at Rincon Consultants and serves as a senior cultural resources specialist and project manager out of Rincon s San Luis Obispo office. He is a cultural resources management professional with more than 20 years of experience in California with specific expertise in the cultural resources requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). His responsibilities include the management and mentoring of cultural resources staff, quality assurance and quality control for cultural resources documents, the preparation of cultural resources studies, and the management of multidisciplinary projects. Mr. Hunt draws from his experience and training to ensure that all projects seamlessly consider the full spectrum of cultural resources including built environment, archaeological, and traditional cultural properties. He is well-versed in Native American consultation and has strong working relationships with local tribes and Native American individuals. TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES Mr. Hunt has experience performing cultural resources studies in support of CEQA, NEPA, Sections 106 and 110 of the NHPA, the Warren-Alquist Act, and other federal, state, and local laws and regulations. He has prepared technical studies and cultural resources sections for documents including: Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs), Environmental Assessments (EAs), Environmental Impact Statements (EISs), EIR/EAs, and EIR/EISs. Mr. Hunt is experienced in project management and has overseen both large and small scale projects throughout California. He has worked in a variety of terrains including coastal, desert, inland valleys, mountain, and urban areas. Mr. Hunt has conducted and managed surveys, archaeological testing, built environment resource evaluation, archaeological data recovery, and mitigation monitoring studies. Mr. Hunt has technical experience in archival research, archaeological fieldwork, and laboratory analyses. Mr. Hunt has completed numerous cultural resources studies in conformance with Caltrans Standard Environmental Reference handbook, including multiple recent projects in District 5 (including San Luis Obispo). He thoroughly understands the Caltrans requirements of local assistance and highway projects. EDUCATION, REGISTRATIONS AND AFFILIATIONS B.A., Anthropology, minor in American Indian Studies, San Diego State University A.A, Liberal Arts, Orange Coast College Cultural Side of NEPA Seminar, 2007 Traditional Cultural Properties Management Seminar, 2005 CEQA Workshop and Updated Training, 2004, 2005, and 2007 Project Management Boot Camp, 2005 Senate Bill 18 of 2005 Compliance Training, 2005 Heart Saver First Aid CPR Training, 2011 Safe Driver Training, 2010 E n v i r o n m e n t a l S c i e n t i s t s P l a n n e r s E n g i n e e r s

178 Kevin P. Hunt Page 2 EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Rincon Consultants, Inc. (2011 through present) SWCA Environmental Consultants ( ) Brian F. Smith and Associates ( , , ) Scientific Resource Surveys, Inc. ( ) Dennis R. Gallegos and Associates (1995) Archaeological Resource Management Corporation ( ) PROJECT EXPERIENCE Survey and Evaluation of Cultural Resources for the South Street Apartment Homes Project, San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County, CA ROEM Development Archaeological Monitoring for the Morro Creek Multi-use Trail and Bridge Project, Morro Bay, San Luis Obispo County, CA City of Morro Bay Cultural Resources Studies for the Morro Creek Multi-use Trail and Bridge Project, Morro Bay, San Luis Obispo County, CA RRM Design Group for the City of Morro Bay (Caltrans District 5 oversight) Cultural Resources Services for the Tract 2353 Initial Study-Mitigated Negative Declaration, San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County, CA City of San Luis Obispo Cultural Resources Survey for the Charvonia Property, Los Osos, San Luis Obispo County, California -- Russ and Linda Charvonia Cultural Resources Survey for the Paso Vista Resort Project, Paso Robles, San Luis Obispo County, CA Ken Mundee Cultural Resources Constrains Analysis for the Chorro Valley Trail Study, San Luis Obispo County, California San Luis Obispo Council of Governments Cultural Resources Survey for the Charvonia Property, Los Osos, San Luis Obispo County, California -- Russ and Linda Charvonia Cultural Resources Testing and Monitoring Services for the Southland Wastewater Treatment Facility Expansion, Nipomo, San Luis Obispo County, CA MNS Engineers for Nipomo Community Services District Evaluation and NRHP Eligibility Investigation of Site CA-SLO-77; Piedras Blancas Light Station, San Luis Obispo County, CA BLM Bakersfield Field Office Morro Bay to Cayucos Connector EIR (Bike Path), San Luis Obispo County, CA County of San Luis Obispo Parks Department Cultural Resources Specialist, Arroyo Grande Creek Waterway Management Program and Environmental Impact Report, San Luis Obispo County, CA -- County of San Luis Obispo Public Works Department Project Manager, Cultural Resources Study for the Barandon Residence Project, Los Osos, San Luis Obispo County, CA -- Karen and Brian Barandon Port San Luis Lighthouse Road Improvement Project, San Luis Obispo County, CA County of San Luis Obispo State Route 166/State Route 1 Intersection Widening and Improvements Project, Guadalupe, Santa Barbara County, CA Psomas for Santa Barbara County Association of Governments (Caltrans District 5 oversight)

179 Qualifications Principal-in-Charge RESUME DEBBIE RUDD LEED AP Debbie Rudd brings over 25 years of California waterfront experience, writing and implementing policy, taking projects from the early visioning and policy stages through construction. Debbie is well-versed in Coastal Commission process, sustainable design principles, and implementing projects on the California coastline. She excels in public outreach, identifying public concerns and preferences, and translating user needs and preferences into well supported plans that can be easily understood by the public and implemented by the lead agency. Having obtained a Coastal Commission approval on the Port San Luis Master Plan and LCP amendment, as well as a Coastal Commission appeal for phase IV of the Pismo Beach Promenade project, Debbie is intimately familiar with how to create policy for buildable projects that will be supported by the Coastal Commission. 27 Years of Experience Education Bachelor of Science, Interior Architecture/Space Planning, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS Accreditations Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED AP) Affiliations American Planning Association (APA) No Morros Advisory Committee Slovene National Benefit Society LEED-ND Corresponding Committee Economic Vitality Corporation (EVC) - Building, Design and Construction Cluster

180 Qualifications DEBBIE S RELATED PROJECT EXPERIENCE Port San Luis Master Plan and LCP Amendment (Avila Beach) As project manager, Debbie s responsibilities included facilitating public workshops, consensus building between multiple agencies and the neighboring community for this Master Plan and LCP amendment which included land use modifications, public parking accommodations, providing affordable visiting serving uses, waterfront planning for three piers, three public beaches, and oceanfront property. Debbie worked closely with the Coastal Commission staff in preparing the submittal and responses to staff modifications. The plan was successfully approved with County and Coastal Commission support. Avila Beach Front Street Enhancement Plan (LCP Implementation) Debbie acted as the project manager and designer responsible for bringing multiple agencies and community groups to consensus on the design and rebuilding of the Avila Beach community. The plan includes a plaza area, seawall, memorial overlook deck, neighborhood park, lifeguard/first aid station, amphitheater, public art, streetscape, beach access, and public restrooms. With a targeted outreach strategy and close coordination with the Coastal Commission, the project was approved and completed on time. Pismo Beach Promenades (LCP Implementation) Debbie was an integral team member serving the City of Pismo Beach on a multi-phase waterfront improvement project connecting wooden walkways with a pier plaza and parking lot. Debbie worked closely with City staff and the Coastal Commission to respond to a coastal appeal efficiently and effectively. Additional Relevant Projects Avila Point Specific Plan and LCP Amendment, Avila Beach, CA Crescent City Harbor Master Plan, Crescent City, CA Fort Bragg Georgia-Pacific Mill Site Specific Plan, Fort Bragg, CA Huntington Beach Downtown Specific Plan, Huntington Beach, CA Malibu Civic Center Specific Plan and Design Guidelines, Malibu, CA Morro Bay Embarcadero and Centennial Stairway Concept Plan, Morro Bay, CA Morro Bay New Water Reclamation Facility, Morro Bay, CA Morro Bay Water Reclamation Facility Program Management Outreach, Morro Bay, CA Pismo Beach Waterfront Urban Design Plan, Pismo Beach, CA Port of Los Angeles Community Consensus Process, Los Angeles, CA The Cloisters Development, Morro Bay, CA Venice Beach Oceanfront Walk, Los Angeles, CA

181 Qualifications Project Manager RESUME MARTHA MILLER AICP Martha is a land use planner specializing in community planning, development regulations, sustainability planning, coastal planning, and community outreach with a particular emphasis on preparing zoning codes and development regulations for local governmental agencies. Her prior experience as a public sector planner, where she managed comprehensive community plan updates, subdivisions, and development projects, provides a solid foundation for this work. She has prepared numerous comprehensive zoning ordinances and development codes and area-specific regulations, as well as special purpose ordinances for topics such as landscaping, hillsides, parking, sustainability, planned development, and community benefits. All projects are tailored to each client s needs, incorporating best practices from form-based, performance-based, and Euclidian approaches. 15 Years of Experience Education Masters in City and Regional Planning; California Polytechnic University; San Luis Obispo, CA Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering; Purdue University; West Lafayette, IN Certifications American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Awards 2014 American Planning Association Los Angeles Section Award, San Gabriel Greening the Code 2014 SCAG Sustainability Award, San Gabriel Greening the Code

182 Qualifications MARTHA S RELATED PROJECT EXPERIENCE CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION & GENERAL GOALS A. INTRODUCTION The North Coast Planning Area extends from the Monterey/San Luis Obispo County Line on the north, to Point Estero on the south, and inland generally to the main ridge of the Santa Lucia range. The planning area includes the communities of Cambria and San Simeon Acres. Several small tourist-oriented facilities are also located along Highway One, with Hearst Castle and the scenic shoreline being the principal attractions. The major land holding is Hearst Ranch, which occupies nearly half of the 261 square mile planning area, which is the subject of a specific master plan discussed in detail in the text. This report describes county land use policies for the North Coast Planning Area, including regulations which are also adopted as part of the Land Use Ordinances and Local Coastal Program. This Area Plan allocates land use throughout the planning area by land use categories. The land use categories determine the varieties of land use that may be established on a parcel of land, as well as defining their allowable density and intensity. A list of allowable uses is in Chapter 7 (Coastal Table O) of Framework for Planning. NORTH COAST AREA PLAN 1-1 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION & GOALS REVISED NOVEMBER 2007 * Performed while with Dyett & Bhatia or the County of San Luis Obispo, prior to joining RRM Design Group Oxnard Local Coastal Program Update Martha is RRM s project manager and part of a team led by Rincon Consultants to comprehensively update the Local Coastal Program with a focus on addressing sea level rise in accordance with the Coastal Commission s Sea Level Rise Policy Guide. Sea level rise mapping and risk assessments will be completed and adaptation policies and programs will be developed. RRM will lead the public outreach and the Land Use Plan and Implementation Program update portions of the project. Goleta Zoning Ordinance and LCP Update Martha Miller is the Project Manager for the Goleta Zoning Ordinance and LCP Update. The project includes a comprehensive update of Goleta s Zoning Ordinance which will completely replacing the Santa Barbara County ordinance that the City has used since incorporation. It also includes preparation of the City s first Local Coastal Program. Plan Princeton: San Mateo County Zoning, General Plan, and Local Coastal Plan Update * Plan Princeton is an effort to update the General Plan, Zoning Regulations, and Local Coastal Program for the unincorporated area of Princeton in San Mateo County. During her employment with Dyett & Bhatia, Urban and Regional Planners, Ms. Miller was the Principal-in-Charge and project manager for this effort which included a detailed study of existing conditions, development of plan alternatives and a preferred plan, and draft Local Coastal Plan and Implementation Program amendments. North Coast Area Plan Update (San Luis Obispo County) * Martha was the Project Manager for the North Coast Area Plan Update, an effort by San Luis Obispo County to comprehensively update the Local Coastal Plan and Implementation Program for the communities of Cambria and San Simeon. The project was the subject of much controversy for over a decade and the County was ready to abandon the effort before Martha became involved as the Project Manager. Under her direction, the plan was completed and received Coastal Commission certification. Additional Relevant Projects Pacifica General Plan and Local Coastal Plan Update, Pacifica, CA * San Carlos Zoning Ordinance Update, San Carlos, CA * Santa Barbara New Zoning Ordinance, Santa Barbara, CA

183 Qualifications Planner RESUME JOSH CROSS LEED AP With a degree in City and Regional Planning from California Polytechnic State University, Josh strategically guides projects ranging from community plan updates to specific plans and design guidelines. Since beginning his career with RRM Design Group in 2000, Josh has applied his talents to specific and master plans, site planning and urban design, serving both public and private clients. Josh s award-winning experience with design guidelines, combined with his ability to manage multi-faceted projects, ensures high-quality work products. 16 Years of Experience Education Bachelor of Arts, City and Regional Planning, California Polytechnic University; San Luis Obispo, CA Accreditations Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional Associations Habitat for Humanity - Community Development Committee LEED-ND Corresponding Committee Presentations Urban Design Principles, SLO County APA Citizen Planning Academy, San Luis Obispo, 2012 Planning 101 I Have A Degree, Now What?, California APA Conference, Santa Barbara, October 2011

184 Qualifications JOSH S RELATED PROJECT EXPERIENCE Lompoc General Plan Update and EIR Josh assisted in the facilitation of a series of workshops to inform and educate community members regarding the various elements of the City s General Plan. Utilizing the information gathered from the workshops, Josh was able to craft an Urban Design Element. The Urban Design Element provides clear policy direction for infill developments, City beautification and unification, residential development, and protection of natural resources. Port San Luis Master Plan and Local Coastal Program Amendment (Avila Beach) Port San Luis is located along the shores of San Luis Obispo Bay. Josh assisted with the preparation of policies and graphics to support expanded public access and use. Since adoption, the document has served as a tool for the redevelopment of Harbor Terrace, Harford Landing, improved RV and Boat Parking, development of the Coastal Gateway Meeting Facility, as well as guided improvements to pedestrian circulation. North 40 Specific Plan (Los Gatos) Bordered by two freeways and a major thoroughfare, the North 40 Specific Plan Area has been identified as a prime location to offer transit oriented development. Josh assisted in the facilitation of advisory committee workshops to strategize land use alternatives that balanced the community s desires with the general plan permitted density. Josh s efforts helped to produce a land use alternative that clustered residential density and focused on providing mixed-use development within walking distance to transit stops. Additional Relevant Projects Avila Point Specific Plan & LCP Amendment, Avila Beach, CA Hearst Ranch Conservation Easement and Coastal Trail Plan, San Simeon, CA Huntington Beach Downtown Specific Plan, Huntington Beach, CA Monterey Bay Sanctuary Scenic Trail Network Master Plan, Santa Cruz, CA Morro Bay Power Plant Revisions, Morro Bay, CA Morro Dunes Trails at The Cloisters, Morro Bay, CA Pismo Preserve, Pismo Beach, CA Port of Long Beach Trail Planning, Long Beach, CA Port San Luis Master Plan and Local Coastal Program Amendment, Avila Beach, CA Venice Beach Oceanfront Walk and Bike Path, Los Angeles, CA Ventura State Beach Facilities, Ventura, CA

185 Joe Fernandez, PE, AICP Summary Mr. Fernandez has worked as a transportation planner and traffic engineer in California since He has successfully managed dozens of complex studies including transportation impact analyses, travel demand forecasting studies, traffic operations studies, traffic engineering designs, and multimodal planning studies. As both a Certified Planner and Professional Engineer, he specializes in the development of solutions that are both technically sound and fitting with communities planning principles. Career History Principal, Central Coast Transportation Consulting Founder and lead project manager. Responsible for project scoping, budgeting, schedule adherence, and overall client satisfaction. Senior Engineer/Planner, Fehr & Peers Transportation Consultants Served as project manager for complex transportation projects. Responsible for project scoping, budgeting, schedule adherence. Led companywide multi-modal level of service research effort. Responsible for technical analysis and quality control for a wide variety of projects, including traffic operations, travel demand forecasting, multi-modal planning, and traffic engineering design. Transportation Planner, San Luis Obispo Council of Governments (SLOCOG) Assisted with Regional Transportation Plan, transit unmet needs analysis. Planning Intern, City of Arroyo Grande Prepared staff reports, assisted in bike plan update Present Education Master of Science, Civil Engineering California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA Master of City and Regional Planning California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN Graduated magna cum laude Awards and Publications Award of Excellence: Central Coast APA, City of Paso Robles Circulation Element Transportation Excellence Award, Transportation Agency of Monterey County, Seaside West Broadway Specific Plan Neighborhood Planning Award, NorCal APA, Seaside West Broadway Specific Plan Network Planning: Developing a Multimodal Approach, ITE Journal, September 2009 issue Achieving Sustainable Results: Public-Private Efforts and Coordination, California APA Annual Conference, 2008 Another Case Against Roadway Widening: This Time It s For Drivers, ITE District 6 Annual Conference Paper, 2006 (805) Napa Ave, Suite A-6, Morro Bay, CA 93442

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187 Krista Purser, EIT Summary Ms. Purser currently studies civil engineering, focusing in transportation at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Her transportation background includes work experience on several roundabout design projects, traffic impact analyses, event management plans, safety studies, cost estimations, and multimodal planning and design. Additionally, her academic pursuits provide further knowledge of traffic engineering, railroad engineering, and land use law. Career History Transportation Engineer, Central Coast Transportation Consulting Responsible for technical analysis and project support for transportation studies. Transportation Intern, Kittelson & Associates, Inc. Designed signing and striping for 36 th & Hill Dogbone Roundabout. Prepared traffic impact studies for various Costco fueling station expansions. Conceptualized downtown bicycle improvement plans and cross sections. Strategized and planned Boise State University large event traffic management. Engineering Assistant, BKF Engineers Designed utility layout and assessed bore log info for Richmond Fiber Optics. Calculated billing and quantities for pedestrian and bicycle improvements. Generated roadway cross sections for Berkeley Art Museum expansion. Refined Ohlone College utilities development files and prepared submissions Present Education Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA 2015 Awards and Involvement Cal Poly ITE Vice President, 2014-Present Society of Women Engineers Corporate Committee, 2011-Present International Student Chapter Award 2014, ITE- Awarded to Cal Poly ITE D.W. Young Memorial Scholar, United Contractors, 2014 Faye Fisher Scholar, NAWIC, 2014 Student Leadership Summit Transportation & Housing Coordinator, Teacher Assistant in Math & Science, PolyConnect Service Desk, Community Advisor, Clayton Business & Community Association Scholar, CBCA, 2012 Best Scholar, 2011 (805) Napa Ave, Suite A-3, Morro Bay, CA 93442

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189 Lance Knox Summary Mr. Knox is currently pursuing his Master s Degree in city and regional planning, as well as a Master s Degree in civil engineering with a focus in transportation at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. His transportation background includes work experience on a roundabout feasibility study, traffic impact analyses, travel demand forecasting, circulation elements within general and specific plans, and multimodal planning. Career History Transportation Engineer, Central Coast Transportation Consulting Responsible for technical analysis and project support for transportation projects Planning Intern, City of Cedar Hill Researched and processed development applications Prepared staff reports and assisted staff with data collection Updated and maintained the department s website and social media outlets Purchasing Agent, Buffington Capital Homes Analyzed, audited, and maintain house cost budgets Assisted with the start process of construction 2015-Present Education Master of Science, Civil Engineering California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA Master of City and Regional Planning California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA Bachelor of Arts, Urban Studies University of Texas, Austin, TX Fall 2015 Fall Awards and Involvement Cal Poly ITE, 2014-Present Graduate Assistant in City and Regional Planning, Present Cal Poly Planning Department Service Award, 2015 Paul Crawford Scholarship, Texas Undergraduate Real Estate Society Member, Whataburger College Scholarship, 2009 (805) Napa Ave, Suite A-6, Morro Bay, CA 93442

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191 Dwayne Oberhoff LLC Manager, Project Manager & Senior Biologist for Ecological Assets Management, LLC EDUCATION M.S. in Biology, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, California, 2006 B.S. in Ecology and Systematic Biology with a conc. in Wildlife Biology, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, California, 1998 CURRENT EMPLOYMENT Ecological Assets Management, LLC PO Box 6840 Los Osos, CA (805) Dates: 8/1/2012 Current LLC Manager/Fisheries Project Manager/Project Biologist. Current positions include providing Quota Management/Permit Management services for The Nature Conservancy s Central Coast Groundfish Project, the Morro Bay Community Quota Fund and the Monterey Fisheries Trust. Responsibilities include managing Quota Share, Quota Pounds and Limited Entry Permits for these groups. Also act as the California Groundfish Collective s Risk Pool Manager, which manages overfished species quota, associated quota holding vessel accounts and provides reports to the Advisory Committee. The Risk Pool is a group of fishermen from different ports pooling overfished species quota pounds and collaborating on a variety of methods to maximize target species landings and minimized overfished species landings. These positions include the collection, management and analysis of fisheries data, assistance with the development and management of ecatch (a fisheries database), working directly with fishermen on specific issues, managing 13 trawl permits and a very large portfolio of groundfish quota assets (more than 14 million pounds of quota). As Project Biologist, provide botanical and biological services to clients for issues related to sensitive plants, Morro shoulderband snail, California red-legged frog and San Joaquin kit fox. This includes conducting protocol level surveys, implementation of habitat conservation plans, compliance with Incidental Take Permits, construction monitoring and agency reporting. PREVIOUS EMPLOYMENT Lisa Wise Consulting, Inc. 983 Osos Street San Luis Obispo, CA (805) Supervisors: Lisa Wise Dates Employed: 4/1/08 7/31/2012 PO Box 6840, Los Osos, CA dwayne@ecologicalmgmt.com

192 Dwayne Oberhoff Ecological Assets Management Tasks included fisheries data management, fishing effort coordination, developing and managing observer sharing protocols, database development and management, staffing for project, commercial fisheries data analysis, and reporting to the National Marine Fisheries Service. Assisted in the writing of various documents, including the 2011 and 2012 Morro Bay Commercial Fisheries Economic Impact Reports and the Morro Bay & Port San Luis Commercial Fisheries Business Plan & Industry Analysis. Acted as The Nature Conservancy s Quota and Permit Manager. Also assisted land use planning and other staff on other various projects such as, CEQA compliance needs, developing budgets and time lines, project management, invoicing, and preparing sections of various types of documents. Morro Group, Inc Monterey Street, Suite C200 San Luis Obispo, CA (805) Supervisors: Mary Reents and Bill Henry Dates Employed: 7/1/02 1/5/07 Project Manager/Associate Biologist, Perform a variety of tasks, which included writing proposals, developing budgets, determining staff requirements, managing sub-consultants, delegating tasks to qualified staff, ensure milestones are met, editing draft reports and submission of final reports to client and/or requesting agencies. Associate Biologist, Assist clients in obtaining necessary regulatory agency permits for proposed projects in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties. Prepared numerous regulatory permit applications for small to large private and public projects. Permits include 404 Nationwide permits, 401 Water Quality Certification and 1600 Streambed Alteration Permit. Conduct San Joaquin kit fox habitat evaluations and preconstruction surveys for various clients throughout northern and eastern San Luis Obispo County. Federally permitted to conduct surveys for the federally endangered Morro shoulderband snail, and have performed many protocol surveys, habitat assessments, impact assessments and prepared respective reports for private clients, the County of San Luis Obispo and the State of California. Conduct focused site assessments and pre-construction surveys for California redlegged frog and focused nesting and sensitive bird species surveys in all habitat types throughout San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties. Conduct focused sensitive plant surveys for a variety of sensitive plant species, which include Chorro Creek bog thistle and Pismo clarkia. Environmental compliance monitoring experience includes both small and large-scale construction projects for private clients in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties. Ensured compliance on project sites with project conditions of approval, regulatory agency permit conditions, and stormwater prevention pollution plans. Projects included The Woodlands, Providence Landing, Rice Ranch, The Colony at Apple Valley, the Woodridge development, Foothill Boulevard Bridge Replacement, multiple bridge demolition and construction projects at Camp San Luis Obispo and numerous Morro shoulderband snailmonitoring projects in the Los Osos and Morro Bay area. PO Box 6840, Los Osos, CA dwayne@ecologicalmgmt.com

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