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EARL’S LANDING MIXED-USE PROJECT
ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION
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One Venture, Suite 150, Irvine, California 92618 INTERNET www.pcrnet.com TEL 949.753.7001 FAX 949.753.7002
November 23, 2011
Mr. Jaime Murillo, Associate Planner
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
3300 Newport Boulevard, Building C
Newport Beach, California 92663
RE: PROPOSAL TO PREPARE ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION FOR THE
PROPOSED EARL’S LANDING MIXED-USE PROJECT IN THE CITY OF
NEWPORT BEACH
Dear Mr. Murillo:
PCR Services Corporation (PCR) appreciates this opportunity to submit the enclosed
proposal to prepare environmental documentation in compliance with the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) for the proposed Earl’s Landing Mixed-Use Development in the City of
Newport Beach. With experience and expertise providing CEQA documentation for public agencies
and on hundreds of mixed-use projects throughout Southern California, PCR is well positioned to
assist you with your environmental review needs.
PCR Services Corporation is a multi-disciplinary firm serving public and private clients for
over 35 years. Established in 1974, PCR is known for meticulously crafted and defensible CEQA
and NEPA documents and expert command of technical issues in historic resources, air quality,
noise, greenhouse gas analysis/climate change, biology, archaeology, and paleontology. PCR offers
full-service project management, careful attention in developing solutions to address City and
stakeholder concerns, and superior technical command to conduct detailed and comprehensive
analyses of key environmental issues. PCR’s in-house multi-disciplinary team specializes in all
levels of CEQA and NEPA documentation, Historic Resources, Air Quality, Climate Change,
Acoustics, Biology, Archaeology, and Paleontology. In addition, PCR has augmented its in-house
team with Merkel & Associates to provide marine biology consultation.
PCR looks forward to continuing our relationship with the City of Newport Beach. Please
feel free to contact me via phone (949) 753-7001 or email, m.harden@pcrnet.com should you have
any questions. Thank you for considering PCR.
Sincerely,
PCR SERVICES CORPORATION
Mike Harden
Principal Planner
Enclosure
November 2011
Submitted to:
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
3300 Newport Boulevard, Building C
Newport Beach, California 92663
Attention: Jaime Murillo, Associate Planner
Submitted by:
PCR SERVICES CORPORATION
One Venture, Suite 150
Irvine, California 92618
Tel: 949.753.7001
Contact: Mike Harden, Principal Planner
PROPOSAL
EARL’S LANDING MIXED-USE PROJECT
ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION
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Table of Contents
PROJECT UNDERSTANDING & APPROACH ..................................................................................................................... 1
SCOPE OF WORK ...................................................................................................................................................................... 2
SCHEDULE .................................................................................................................................................................................. 9
PROPOSED FEES .................................................................................................................................................................... 10
PROJECT TEAM ...................................................................................................................................................................... 11
PROJECT HISTORY ............................................................................................................................................................... 13
REFERENCES ........................................................................................................................................................................... 15
PCR 2011 BILLING RATES AND EXPENSE CHARGES ................................................................................................. 16
Attachments
ATTACHMENT A – RESUMES
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EARL’S LANDING MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
PCR Services Corporation (PCR) is a multi‐disciplinary firm serving public and private clients for over 35
years. Established in 1974, PCR is known for meticulously crafted and defensible California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents and expert command of
technical issues in air quality, noise, greenhouse gas analysis/climate change, historic resources, biology,
archaeology, and paleontology.
PCR has approximately 50 professional, support, and administrative staff members in its Irvine, Santa
Monica, and Pasadena Irvine locations. Our in‐house staff effectively collaborates to develop practical
approaches for CEQA/NEPA compliance and issue resolution. As a result of our continued success, PCR is
regularly involved in many of the region’s most complex and challenging projects often involving multiple
stakeholders, including State, federal, and local agencies.
While PCR has comprehensive in‐house services, for this assignment we have enlisted Merkel & Associates
(M&A) to address the project’s potential effects on marine biology. M&A is a California‐based environmental
consulting firm specializing in ecological, water quality, and regulatory issues. M&A provides its clients with
a full range of ecological services in terrestrial, freshwater aquatic, and marine environments. With a diverse
group of nearly 40 individuals, the firm has the capacity to provide a wide range of expertise, offering
specialized expertise in botany, zoology, wetland issues, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), natural
resource‐based legislation, resource and regulatory agency interface and permitting. Recognized for its
expertise in coastal and marine resource issues, the firm has worked extensively on coastal resource
assessments, long‐term biological monitoring, discharge impact assessments, marine/estuarine construction
and dredging projects, regulatory permitting, and shallow marine habitat management and restoration
projects.
PROJECT UNDERSTANDING & APPROACH
The project site is located at 2801 West Coast Highway and consists of two developed lots that
include the Chart House restaurant, Billy’s restaurant and professional office uses. The Newport
Bay is located immediately south of the project site. The project is proposing to consolidate the two
lots and develop a 47,208 square‐foot mixed‐use project and a three‐level parking structure. The
project would require demolition of Billy’s restaurant and some of the on‐site professional office
uses (7,000 SF of restaurant and professional office use) and construction of new mixed‐use
building (24,548 SF) with a restaurant on the ground floor and six (6) residential units on the
second and third floors. Portions of the new building would cantilever over the water (Newport
Bay). Other project components include: a 950‐square‐foot office addition; construction of a 3‐
story parking structure with 142 spaces (fronting PCH); replacement of the existing bulkhead and
new piles to support a new pedestrian walkway that is proposed to extend over the water;
modification of the dock area; a new restaurant establishment in the new mixed‐use building; and
re‐design of the outdoor dining area of the existing Chart House restaurant. No other major
changes are proposed to the Chart House restaurant. Project implementation would require the
approval of the following applications by both the Planning Commission and the City Council:
General Plan Amendment: To allow a commercial floor area ratio (FAR) of 0.56 where the
General Plan allows a maximum FAR of 0.50.
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Zoning Code Amendment: To amend the Zoning Map in the Zoning Code to allow a
commercial (nonresidential) FAR of 0.56 where the Code allows a maximum FAR of 0.50.
Tentative Tract Map: To combine the existing lots into one parcel and for condominium
purposes.
Planned Development Permit: To allow the buildings to achieve the maximum building
height of 40 feet. Also includes a request to allow new construction to encroach into the
required 10‐foot bulkhead setback. A reduction of off‐street parking requirements and
parking management plan (NBMC Section 20.40.110) will also be considered as part of the
PDP.
Conditional Use Permits: To allow the use of 24 off‐site parking spaces located at 2620 Avon
Street. A CUP is also requested for the operation of the two restaurants with late hours,
outdoor dining and alcohol service.
Comprehensive Sign Program: Requested to allow flexible application of sign regulations.
Based on PCR’s understanding of the project and our staff’s high level of familiarity with the locale
of the project area, we believe there may be potential for public and/or agency concerns regarding
project effects on marine biology, aesthetics, and traffic. With regards to marine biology, PCR will
work with M&A to thoroughly address these potential issues, with a particular focus on potential impacts
to eelgrass. Regarding aesthetics, PCR has reviewed the currently available visual simulations for the
project. Based on our preliminary assessment of the project plans, the project’s scale and massing could
be a public concern. The issue of aesthetics will be fully addressed through a detailed discussion of the
project’s architectural and design features combined with a detailed description of the surrounding built
environment. The aesthetics analysis will assess whether the project is visually compatible with the
surrounding urbanized area. Also, as noted in the RFP, PCR understands that traffic generated by the
project will not rise to a level that will require a full traffic study. The project’s estimated vehicle trips
and compliance with applicable City requirements will be fully documented in the Initial Study to make a
clear case that traffic impacts would be less than significant.
Other technical issues such as air quality, greenhouse gases/global climate change, cultural resources,
geology/soils, hazardous materials, hydrology/water quality and noise are expected to be fully addressed
and mitigated (if necessary) through either PCR’s in-house expertise or other technical reports provided to
PCR. A description of PCR’s scope of work to address environmental issues associated with the project
is provided below.
SCOPE OF WORK
Based on our previous experience preparing environmental documentation within the City, familiarity with
the project locale, our understanding of the project, and consistent with the RFP, PCR anticipates that a
Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) will be adequate to provide for CEQA clearance of the proposed
project. Should it be determined by our analyses that the project’s potential environmental effects would be
significant and cannot be reduced to less than significant levels, PCR will immediately notify City.
In accordance with CEQA requirements, PCR will complete the environmental review process for the project
through preparation of an Initial Study in support of an MND with the City of Newport Beach as the Lead
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Agency. The table below lists the tasks required for the timely completion of the environmental review
process. Following the table is a description of each of these separate tasks.
Task Task Description
1 Collect Data/Prepare Project Description
2 Prepare First Draft Initial Study/MND and Supporting Documentation
3 Revise Initial Study/MND Based on City Comments
4 Respond to Comments/Prepare Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
5 Meetings and Management Coordination
Task 1: Collect Data/Prepare Project Description
PCR will attend a start‐up meeting with the City to confirm our understanding of the project, discuss key
issues, review the schedule of deliverables, and collect project plans and related documents (e.g., technical
reports prepared by/for project applicant, previous environmental documentation on or around the site, and
City‐specific planning documents). Following the meeting, PCR will prepare a memorandum identifying any
outstanding information necessary for completion of the Project Description and the Initial Study to support
the MND. During this task, PCR will also conduct a site visit and collect baseline environmental data.
Upon receipt of requested information and completion of data collection, PCR will prepare a Project
Description to the City for review. Based on one set of consolidated City comments, PCR will revise the
Project Description.
Products
Data Needs List
First and Second Draft Project Description
Task 2: Prepare First Draft of Initial Study/MND and Supporting Documentation
PCR is presenting a scope of work that outlines the successful completion of the CEQA environmental review
process through the MND process. As discussed above, should it be determined during the initial analyses
that the project’s environmental effects cannot be reduced to less than significant levels, PCR will
immediately contact the City.
The documentation necessary for completion of the Initial Study/MND will consist of an Initial Study
Checklist form accompanied by an Explanation of Checklist Determinations and the Project Description cited
above. The Explanation of Checklist Determinations will substantiate why each of the environmental issues
included within the Initial Study Checklist will not result in significant and unavoidable impacts to the
environment. Specifically, in accordance with CEQA, the Explanation of Checklist Determinations will
determine whether the project would result in no impact, a less than significant impact or a less than
significant impact with implementation of mitigation measures. PCR will draw on a range of in‐house
technical expertise to provide a complete and accurate assessment that will reach one of these conclusions.
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Aesthetics
The analysis of aesthetics will include an evaluation of potential impacts associated with aesthetic resources,
views, light and glare, and shade and shadow. Given that the project includes a general plan and zoning
amendment to increase the allowable floor area ratio, the aesthetics analysis will consider the potential
impacts that could result from the new mixed‐use development. Scenic views of Newport Bay and from PCH
will be evaluated consistent with local and state policies regarding views from scenic roads/corridors, as
appropriate. PCR will take photographs for use in the document and utilize the currently available photo‐
simulations and other illustrative materials to support the analysis. In addition, the analysis will include a
discussion of project consistency with applicable design polices in the City’s General Plan. With regard to
shade/shadow, while there are no existing residential uses within close proximity of the site, there may be
other shade sensitive uses that need to be considered, such as outdoor dining areas. PCR will evaluate the
potential for the development to cast shadows onto any identified shade sensitive uses.
Air Quality
Over the years, PCR has worked closely with South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) staff
members to develop an understanding and define expectations for the quantification and assessment of
pollutant emissions from projects similar to the proposed project. Building on our knowledge and
experience, PCR will address Initial Study (IS) checklist questions for the project and prepare the air quality
responses pursuant to standards and guidelines set forth by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and
the SCAQMD.
PCR’s in‐house specialists will prepare the following analyses: (1) quantification of daily regional ambient air
pollutant emissions from construction and operations, and comparison to significance thresholds; (2)
quantification of daily localized ambient air pollutant emissions from construction and operations, and
comparisons to significance thresholds using SCAQMD Localized Significance Threshold (LST) methodology
(look‐up tables); (3) qualitative analysis of potential odors; (4) qualitative analysis of toxic air contaminants
from construction and operational activities; (5) qualitative analysis of CO hotspots based on SCAQMD CEQA
recommendations; (6) identification of mitigation measures, if warranted; and (7) assessment of the
project’s consistency with the SCAQMD’s Air Quality Management Plan (AQMP).
PCR is aware that a traffic study will not be prepared for the project. In order to calculate regional
operational emissions, PCR will use standard Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) latest trip
generation rates to calculate vehicle trips. PCR assumes that the project will not trigger any CO hotspots
analyses.
The SCAQMD LST lookup methodology used to evaluate emissions from construction activities is applicable
to sites which are five acres or less in active daily construction area. For active daily construction areas
larger than five acres, detailed dispersion modeling is recommended. Since the project is approximately one
acre in size, lookup thresholds will be used for the construction emissions analysis.
PCR has performed a preliminary aerial photo search within the project vicinity to identify potential off‐site
sources of toxic air contaminants (TACs). Based on this preliminary search, no significant sources were
identified within ¼‐mile of the project site. The project appears to be located adjacent to several boat
loading docks. It is assumed that the boat docks are for recreational purposes and will not require a refined
air quality evaluation. Therefore, this scope includes a qualitative assessment, and does not include a
detailed health risk assessment to determine the compatibility of new residential users at this site.
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PCR will prepare one draft version of the Air Quality MND section and technical appendix, and one final
version in response to a consolidated set of review comments from the City, the applicant, or other
interested parties or agencies. This scope assumes that details regarding construction schedule and
operation of the proposed project are provided by the applicant or City. If these data are not known, PCR can
assist in developing this information, for a scope and fee to be negotiated later.
Biological Resources
Merkel & Associates (M&A) will complete the following marine biological investigations to address the
proposed project’s potential effects on eelgrass. M&A will perform the following tasks:
Marine Biological Investigations – Under this task, M&A will conduct a site review and marine resource
inspection of the proposed work area. Investigations will focus on characterizing the marine resources of
the site for purposes of evaluation of impacts pursuant to CEQA. The survey area will include all areas that
may be affected by the completion of work, including areas of anticipated construction and permanent
effects. For such investigations, the resource document will identify community dominants, any sensitive
species present within the project area, and sensitive or regulated resources of concern. As an element of the
biological investigations, M&A would complete the required resource investigations to support the Essential
Fish habitat consultation under the Magnuson‐Stevens Fisheries Conservation and Management Act that is
required for federal permitting.
Prepare a CEQA Assessment Technical Report – M&A will prepare a technical assessment of the marine
biological resources that may be affected by the proposed work. The technical report will adequately
address the significance of impacts under CEQA and identify any measures necessary to minimize adverse
effects and mitigate significant impacts. Based on the plans provided, it is anticipated that at least two
potential resource areas, including eelgrass and surface coverage, may be subject to some level of
concern/jurisdiction by resource/regulatory agencies. Potential mitigation options/scenarios may have to
be discussed with the City to address any potential impact and mitigation options. Basic mitigation
strategies will be provided in the analysis. However, the development of detailed conceptual mitigation
scenarios is not included within this scope of work, but costs can be provided once more information is
provided, if necessary.
Federal action agencies that fund, permit, or carry out activities that may adversely impact EFH are required
to consult with the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) regarding the potential effects of their actions.
Because the proposed work would required a Corps of Engineers permit, the Southwest Region of NMFS will
require an assessment of the potential effects of the proposed project on EFH. The biological investigations
would provide the information necessary to support this assessment in order to avoid redundant efforts in
the future.
The cost associated with this section assumes no M&A attendance at public hearings or workshops. Should
attendance be desired or M&A is requested to assist on responses to comments, work may be performed on
a time and materials basis. Finally, as noted under the CEQA Assessment Technical report scope of work, the
development of conceptual mitigation scenarios is not included in the costs, if needed they may be
performed at additional cost.
Cultural Resources (Archaeology, Paleontology, Historic Resources)
Archaeology/Paleontology – Since the project site is currently developed with a surface parking lot and
buildings, it is likely that the project will have no impact to surface archaeological and paleontological
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resources. However, since the proposed project includes the construction of a three‐level subterranean
parking structure and new piles, it is possible that deeper construction excavations may impact previously
undisturbed native soils that are conducive to retaining buried resources. In order to determine the
potential impacts to buried archaeological and paleontological resources, PCR will conduct a Phase I
archaeological and paleontological resources assessment of the project site in compliance with CEQA. The
scope of work for this assessment will include a cultural resources records search through the California
Historical Resources Information System‐South Central Coastal Information Center (CHRIS‐SCCIC), a Sacred
Lands File (SLF) search through the California Native American Heritage Commission and follow‐up Native
American consultation, and a paleontological resources records search through the Natural History Museum
of Los Angeles (LACM). Since there are no areas of the project site that have the native ground surface
exposed, a pedestrian field survey will not be conducted. In addition, PCR will review available geotechnical
studies, site plans, and drilling/grading studies to determine the nature and depth of the construction
activities to assist in determining the depths of fill versus native soils across the project site. If no resources
are identified as a result of the record searches, it does not preclude the existence of buried resources within
the project site. If this is the case, PCR will conduct a sensitivity assessment based on the results of the
record searches, depth of native versus fill soils, and proposed excavation parameters that will be discussed
and supported in the technical report. The discussion will also outline appropriate mitigation measures,
such as monitoring during construction, if the proposed project is deemed to be highly sensitive to contain
intact resources at depth.
The proposed project will entail an amendment to the City’s General Plan, which will in turn require
compliance with Senate Bill (SB) 18. SB 18 is recent California legislation that sets out a system of
government‐to‐government consultation between local governments and locally affiliated Native Americans
prior to changes or adoptions in General or Specific Plans. PCR has included the SB 18 compliance as an
optional task to this current Scope of Work. Upon authorization from the City, PCR will initiate Native
American consultation pursuant to SB 18 on behalf of and in coordination with the City.
Historic Resources – PCR’s Historic Resources Division will conduct an appropriate level of analysis to
provide due diligence for historic resources for the purposes of the Initial Study. PCR Historic Resources
Division will assess the proposed project for potential impacts to historical resources within the project
vicinity (1/4 – mile radius), if any. Based upon preliminary review of the project information, none of the
buildings within or surrounding the project site appears to be over 45 years in age. Thus, PCR does not
anticipate any potential impacts to Historic Resources. The tasks involved to provide due diligence for
historic resources will include review of the CHRIS records search, review of pertinent City files, a site survey
to verify existing conditions, and preparation the historic resources analysis in the Initial Study. If potential
historic resources are identified, such as buildings/structures or docks over 45 years in age, we will notify
the client immediately and PCR will provide the necessary level of analysis for compliance with CEQA at an
additional cost, upon written request of the client. Following the site visit, as part of the due diligence task,
PCR’s architectural historians will prepare the Historic Resources section of the Initial Study, including
regulatory setting, architectural description of the project site and surrounding built environment, and
analysis of direct and indirect impacts (PCR assumes no impact). PCR’s highly qualified Historic Resources
staff members meet and exceed the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards in history, architectural history and
historic architecture.
Greenhouse Gas Emissions
There has been considerable activity at the state and local level in implementing the Global Warming
Solutions Act of 2006, also known as AB‐32. The Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR) has
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published new CEQA guidelines, effective on March 18, 2010, which recommends that a separate
Greenhouse Gas (GHG) section be prepared and OPR has developed two new Initial Study checklist questions
to be used in analyzing potential impacts from GHGs. PCR therefore is proposing to analyze GHG emissions
in accordance with this guidance. In general, the guidelines allow Lead Agencies to determine if a
quantitative or qualitative analysis is most appropriate, and to establish specific significance criteria. The
SCAQMD has released draft guidance which establishes significance criteria depending upon the type of
project (residential, commercial, industrial). Although this guidance is currently under review, this approach
is considered appropriate for projects located within the SCAQMD’s jurisdiction.
Based on the level of public concern over this issue, this scope of work includes a quantitative analysis of
construction and operational GHG emissions consistent with SCAQMD guidance. PCR will address Initial
Study (IS) checklist questions for the proposed project, and prepare the air quality responses pursuant to
standards and guidelines set forth by the OPR and the SCAQMD. PCR’s in‐house specialists will prepare the
following analyses: (1) quantification of annual greenhouse gas emissions from construction and operations,
and comparison to draft SCAQMD significance thresholds; (2) quantitative analysis of GHG reducing project
features; (3) discussion of the project features and consistency with local and regional GHG‐reducing plans
(i.e. the State’s Scoping Plan, Climate Action Team strategies, etc.); (4) identification of mitigation measures,
if warranted.
PCR will prepare one draft version of the GHG MND section and technical appendix, and one final version in
response to a consolidated set of review comments from the City, the applicant, or other interested parties or
agencies. This scope assumes that details regarding project design features, such as commitments to
strategies to reduce the energy and water use and vehicle miles associated with the construction and
operation of the proposed project, are provided by the applicant or City. If these data are not known, PCR
can assist in developing this information, for a scope and fee to be negotiated later.
Land Use and Planning
As mentioned in the Project Understanding and Approach section above, the project is requesting numerous
discretionary approvals to accommodate the project. PCR will evaluate the project’s consistency (with the
requested approvals) with the applicable City’s General Plan policies. Also, the project’s consistency with
any applicable coastal/bay plans will be evaluated, as necessary. To provide support for the project’s
proposed uses, the land use analysis will discuss the project’s general compatibility with existing
development and land uses in the project area. The analysis will also consider the relationship of identified
land use plan or policy inconsistencies with potential physical impacts that could result from project
implementation.
Noise
PCR staff will evaluate potential noise impacts associated with construction activities and operations of the
proposed mixed use development. The scope of services for the noise analysis will include the following: (1)
survey noise‐sensitive land uses, existing noise sources, and features affecting noise transference in the
project area; (2) conduct noise monitoring at one location for 24‐hour monitoring and up to four short‐term
(15‐minute) monitoring during peak traffic hours to establish ambient noise levels in proximity to
potentially affected noise sensitive land uses; (3) identify and describe relevant local plans, regulations,
ordinances, criteria, and guidelines associated with noise; (4) determine, based on the ambient noise
measurements data and based upon applicable noise regulations, the compatibility for residential
development; (5) review the project construction schedule and equipment to estimate construction related
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noise levels at the nearby noise sensitive uses; (6) evaluate project operational noise from project related
vehicular traffic and outdoor mechanical equipment (HVAC). Vehicular noise impacts will be assessed based
on data from the project Traffic Study using computer noise prediction models that incorporate Federal
Highway Administration (FHWA) traffic noise model (FHWARD‐77‐108), (7) provide a qualitative analysis of
vibration impacts associated with use of heavy‐duty equipment during construction of the project; and (8)
identify potential mitigation measures where feasible.
The scope of services for the noise section does not include post construction noise and vibration monitoring
and analysis.
Traffic
As indicate in the RFP, pursuant to the City's Traffic Phasing Ordinance, a traffic study is not required to be
prepared because the proposed project is not projected to exceed the City's threshold of 300 new daily
vehicle trips. Therefore, a traffic study will not be required. The traffic section of the MND will acknowledge
this fact, which is fully expected to address traffic issues. The traffic section will also assess site access and
circulation (e.g., safety issues and hazards related to proposed circulation improvements including vehicular
and pedestrian access, and parking).
Other Environmental Issues
Given that the site is improved with restaurant and office uses within a highly urbanized area, PCR does not
anticipate the need for extensive analysis of other environmental issues not listed above beyond what is
required by law and standard City practices. It is assumed that the applicant will provide technical
information regarding the adequacy of existing utility infrastructure (water, stormwater and sewer, as
available) to serve the project as well as relevant information on geology and soils (soils/geology report),
hydrology/water quality (water quality management plan) and hazardous materials (Phase I Environmental
Site Assessment). All of the technical information provided is expected to adequately support findings of no
impact, a less than significant impact or a less than significant impact with mitigation. PCR assumes that all
technical reports provided to PCR will contain the necessary information to fully address a particular issue
(i.e., hydrology/water quality, hazardous materials, geology and soils).
Products
First Draft of Initial Study/MND to City
Task 3: Revise Initial Study/MND Based on City Comments
After the City has reviewed the materials prepared by PCR, PCR will also incorporate City comments into the
Initial Study Checklist and Explanation of Checklist Determinations prepared by PCR. Upon incorporation of
City revisions, PCR will submit these documents to the City for final review. After the second round of City
review, any further comments will be incorporated into the documents.
Upon finalization of the Initial Study/MND package, PCR will also coordinate with the City to circulate the
Notice of Intent to Adopt an MND to Responsible Agencies, trustee agencies, other interested parties and the
County Clerk as mandated by CEQA. This notice will start the 30‐day review period for the proposed MND.
As the precise amount of time and associated fees required for this task cannot be specifically predicted
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since such staff time and fees will be dependent upon the extent of City comments in particular, PCR has
proposed an allowance for completion of this task.
Products
Second Draft Initial Study/MND
Initial Study/MND for Public Review (50 hardcopies, One Single‐Sided Reproducible and
Electronic Copy)
Assist in the Circulation of a Notice of Intent to Adopt an MND
Task 4: Respond to Comments/Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
(MMRP)
Upon completion of the public review period mandated by CEQA, PCR will respond to comments on the
Initial Study/MND and will revise the documents as necessary. Public reaction to the Initial Study/MND
cannot be predicted with accuracy and could range from a small number of largely positive comments to a
substantial number of strongly negative and technically sophisticated comments. For purposes of this
proposal, it is assumed that comments on the Initial Study/MND will be moderate. In addition, as part of this
task, PCR will prepare an MMRP for the project, which is also required by CEQA. Also under this task, PCR
will ensure that the Notice of Determination (NOD) is prepared by the City and will file the NOD with the
County Clerk. Filing of this notice starts a 30‐day statute of limitations for CEQA challenges on the project.
Since the precise amount of time and associated fees required for this task (staff time associated with
response to comments in particular) cannot be specifically predicted, PCR has proposed an allowance for
this task.
Products
Final Initial Study/MND (20 hardcopies, One Single‐Sided Reproducible and Electronic Copy)
MMRP
Assist in the Preparation and Filing of NOD
Task 5: Meetings and Management Coordination
The cost estimate for Task 5 provided in the table below includes meetings projected to occur as part of
Tasks 1 through 4. Included within this task are one (1) kick‐off meeting at project initiation and potentially
four (4) meetings with the City during City review and/or subsequent to public review. Additional meetings
will be attended on a time and materials basis at City’s discretion.
SCHEDULE
PCR will submit a draft Project Description to the City for review within two (2) weeks of the issuance of an
authorization to proceed and receipt of the requisite project information indicated in the data needs list
prepared by PCR. PCR assumes that review of the Project Description by the City will be completed within 1
one week. Following receipt of comments on these materials, PCR will complete the Initial Study and
Explanation of Checklist Determinations for review within five (5) weeks. The schedule for activities
subsequent to the achievement of this milestone will largely be a function of the time the City requires to
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complete its review of the document. For purposes of this schedule, PCR assumes that City review of the 1st
Draft MND will be complete in three (3) weeks. PCR will incorporate City comments and submit 2nd Draft
Initial Study/MND package to the City within one (1) week. Assuming normal processing by the City (i.e.,
minimal delays in City review), the Initial Study/MND should be available for a 30‐day public review period
within approximately three (3) months from the start of the work program. Following the CEQA‐required
public review period, it is anticipated that preparation of responses to comments and any associated
revisions to the Initial Study/MND materials will be completed within three (3) weeks. Overall, completion
of the entire work program up to hearings for the project will take approximately four (4) months assuming
timely review of the materials by the City. PCR will notify the City at the earliest point possible if issues arise
with the potential to affect the project schedule.
PROPOSED FEES
Based on our understanding of the project and the scope of work provided above, our estimated fee to
prepare the Initial Study/MND and associated documentation includes PCR labor in the amount of $54,800,
Merkel & Associates labor in the amount of $8,900, and direct expenses in the amount of $7,600. Direct
expenses include $2,044 for Fish and Game fees. The total cost estimate (without optional tasks) is $71,300.
SB 18 coordination can be provided for $1,600 as an optional task. Thus, the total cost estimate with the
optional task is $72,900. The breakdown of this fee by task is provided in the table below. PCR reserves the
right to transfer fees among line items, as budget flexibility is needed to respond to shifts in effort that
invariably occur due to unexpected circumstances.
Summary of Proposed Fees for the Earl’s Landing Project in Newport Beach
Task Task Description Fees
1 Collect Data /Prepare Project Description $4,100
2 Prepare First Draft of Initial Study/MND and Supporting Documentation
Technical Analysis (Air Quality) $4,300
Technical Analysis (Cultural Resources: Archaeo, Paleo, Historic) $6,300
Technical Analysis (Green House Gas/Global Climate Change) $3,300
Technical Analysis (Noise) $5,500
Other CEQA Sections $15,400
3 Revise to Initial Study/MND Based on City Comments $5,300 a
4 Respond to Comments/Prepare Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting
Program $4,900
a
5 Meetings and Management Coordination $5,700 a
Subtotal PCR Labor $54,800
Subtotal Direct Expenses @ 110% $7,600 b
Marine Biological Resources (Merkel & Associates) @110%$8,900
TOTAL COST ESTIMATE W/OUT OPTIONAL TASK $71,300
Optional Task: SB 18 Coordination $1,600
TOTAL COST ESTIMATE WITH OPTIONAL TASK $72,900
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a Dollar values are allowances; actual costs could be higher or lower. Should actual costs be lower, only actual costs will be billed.
Should circumstances cause actual cost to exceed budgets for the line items, additional authorization will be sought prior to
exceeding approved budgets.
b Dollar value is an estimate and will generally be determined by the number of copies of the Initial Study, Technical Analyses, and
MMRP that will be required.
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Should the need arise for additional professional services beyond those set forth in the scope of services due
to changes in the process or the regulatory environment, PCR will request written authorization from the
City to proceed prior to the initiation of the additional services. Factors triggering an increase in the scope of
services and a revised fee may include, but are not necessarily limited to: modifications in the project after
the Project Description has been drafted; analysis of technical issues other than those identified in this scope
of work; revisions due to changes in the technical reports prepared by others; more City comments or
meetings than contemplated; more public comments than contemplated; production of additional
documents; or significant delays in the project beyond the control of PCR. As stated above, in the event that
the environmental analysis identifies impacts that cannot be fully mitigated, PCR will immediately notify the
City to discuss appropriate options.
Fees and charges will be billed on a monthly basis in accordance with PCR’s 2011 Billing Rates and Expense
Charges presented at the end of the proposal narrative
PROJECT TEAM
The success of any project depends on the skills, capabilities, knowledge, and experience of the assigned
project manager and key personnel to develop and execute the proposed work plan. These individuals are
ably supported by a robust, in‐house team of planners, engineers, and scientists in their respective fields.
Each member of the core team is sought after by public agencies and private entities alike.
The PCR team commits the individuals identified in this proposal and will commit the staff necessary to meet
the objectives of each assignment. Short biographies are provided below. One‐page resumes showing
education/credentials for key personnel and additional in‐house personnel that may be called upon to
supplement the team are provided in Attachment A.
Core Project Team
Jay Ziff, PCR Principal and Director of the Environmental Planning & Documentation Division will serve as
the Principal‐In‐Charge. In this role he will provide technical oversight and strategic advice, as needed. Mr.
Ziff has over 20 years of experience as a professional CEQA/NEPA consultant. Mr. Ziff has managed
preparation of a full range of documents pursuant to CEQA and NEPA, including studies for new land
development, redevelopment, infrastructure projects, long‐range development plans. His experience
includes the Metropolis Mixed‐Use Project in downtown Los Angeles; the Point View residential
development project in Ranch Palos Verdes; and the 16 East California Office Project EIR for the City of
Pasadena, and Huntington Memorial Improvement Project.
Mike Harden, a Principal Planner, will serve as Project Manager. Mr. Harden has over 13 years of
experience as a CEQA and NEPA practitioner. He has extensive experience preparing documentation for a
wide variety of programs involving mixed‐use, residential, infrastructure, redevelopment, commercial, and
industrial uses. Mr. Harden has managed numerous CEQA compliance documents mixed use projects
throughout the Southland. He served has managed the Bixel and Lucas Mixed‐Use Project EIR in the City of
Los Angeles, One Santa Fe Mixed‐Use Development MND, Megatoys Mixed‐Use Development MND, and ,
numerous MNDs for the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Works. Proximate to the project at
hand, Mr. Harden is leading the EIR for a new skate park in the City of Huntington Beach, has prepared MNDs
for the Orange County Public Works, and an MND for the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA).
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David Crook, AICP, LEED AP, a Principal Planner, will support Mr. Harden with document preparation, as
needed. Mr. Crook has over 10 years of experience preparing everything from a Notice of Exemption to
leading a large‐scale EIR. His experience includes the Santa Monica Pier Gangway Project and Phase 4
Structural Upgrade MND, North Main Street District Specific Plan EIR, a redevelopment project for the City of
Corona; Golden Shore Master Plan, a mixed‐use project for the City of Long Beach, San Gabriel Center EIR in
the City of San Gabriel; El Centro de Huntington Park EIR in the City of Huntington Park; Beverly Hills
Gardens and Montage Hotel Project EIR in the City of Beverly Hills; and the Dana Point Harbor Revitalization
Project Program EIR for the County of Orange.
Heidi Rous, CPP, Director of the Air Quality, Climate & Acoustic Services Division has over 20 years of
experience preparing air quality analyses. She will serve as the Air Quality and Global Climate Change Task
Leader. Ms. Rous is a recognized authority in air quality, health risk, greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and
permitting. Ms. Rous has managed Air Quality Impact Assessments (AQIA) and Health Risk Assessments
(HRAs) required under various state and federal environmental regulations including NEPA, CEQA, RMPP,
Cal ARP, AB2588, and Proposition 65. She has authored numerous Air Quality, Human Health Risk, and Risk
of Upset sections to EIRs, EISs, Environmental Assessments (EA), greenhouse gas analyses, and permit
processing for a variety of public and private clients. Locally, Ms. Rous prepared the Air Quality/Greenhouse
Gas analyses for numerous projects throughout Southern California including the ASCON Landfill in
Huntington Beach, the Santa Monica Pier Gangway Project and Phase 4 Structural Upgrade MND, and St.
John’s Health Center Development Agreement Amendment Addendum EIR.
Kyle Kim, Ph.D., a Senior Acoustics Engineer has over 10 years of academic and professional experience. He
will serve as the Noise Task Leader. Dr. Kim has designed specifications for mechanical systems and
conducted noise assessments for aircraft noise, traffic noise, and design response. He regularly performs
construction and operational noise monitoring and roadway noise generation analysis for residential,
infrastructure, industrial, and mixed‐use projects subject to CEQA and NEPA compliance. His relevant
project experience includes a noise study for the Getty Villa amphitheater, Las Palmas mixed‐use EIR, the
Bixel and Lucas Mixed‐Use Project EIR, Lido Apartments Project.
Kyle Garcia, a Senior Archaeologist, has over seven years of experience in archaeology and paleontology.
Mr. Garcia will serve as the Archaeological and Paleontological Task Leader. Mr. Garcia has contributed his
services and expertise to over 150 projects at PCR subject to requirements of the CEQA, Section 106 of the
National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), the NEPA, and other federal, State, and local regulations. He
regularly coordinates with Native American groups, clients, and regulatory agencies on behalf of clients.
These projects included infrastructure, utilities, parks, mixed‐use, residential, industrial, and commercial
developments that served a variety of public and private sector clients throughout California and Arizona.
His experience includes a numerous projects including record searches, Phase I field surveys and reports,
and monitoring. Local experience includes the Newland Street Monitoring in Huntington Beach, a half‐dozen
projects for the City of San Juan Capistrano, an Orange County Fire Authority fire station, and the Heritage
Fields (Orange County) Great Park.
Margarita J. Wuellner, Ph.D., Director of the Historic Resources Division has over 20 years of professional
experience in the practice of applied architectural history, historic preservation and cultural resources
management. She will serve as the Historic Resources Task Leader. Dr. Wuellner has extensive experience
in the management, preservation, and treatment of historic properties for compliance with Sections 106 and
110 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA),
Section 4(f) of the Department of Transportation Act, California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and local
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preservation ordinances. She is a specialist in the study of visual culture, Modernism, urbanism, and cultural
landscape. Her qualifications and experience meet and exceed the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional
Qualification Standards in History, Architectural History, and Historic Preservation Planning. She has
extensive coastal experience working on numerous historical evaluations within the city of Laguna Beach,
Santa Monica, and Hermosa Beach.
Lawrence Honma, is a Senior Project Manager and Scientist with Merkel & Associates, specializing in
coastal marine habitats. He has over 20 years of experience that has varied from sediment quality
assessments of bays and harbors to ecological investigations of intertidal and nearshore subtidal areas of
California, Hawaii, the Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Mexico, and Alaska. He has served as project manager or
senior scientist for programs such as the San Diego Regional Beach Sand Project, the U.S. Navy CVN
nearshore monitoring program, and Southern California Edison’s NDPES kelp forest and fish community
monitoring program. Mr. Honma has prepared numerous Water Quality, Marine Resource, and Fish sections
to comply with CEQA or NEPA requirements, as well as technical reports. In addition, he has prepared
numerous Essential Fish Habitat Assessments (EFHA) in accordance with the Magnuson‐Stevens Fishery
Management and Conservation Act several of which have required consultation with National Marine
Fisheries Service.
PROJECT HISTORY
The projects in the section below describe PCR’s experience with the City and similar or relevant projects in
other jurisdictions.
PCR Services Corporation
Our Lady Queen of Angels; Newport Beach, California – PCR prepared the MND for the proposed
expansion of the school and church facilities at Our Lady Queen of Angels located within the Eastbluff
community of Newport Beach. The proposed expansion was based on the acquisition of just over 4 acres
previously by the adjacent St. Mark Presbyterian Church. PCR addressed air quality, geology/soils,
hazards/hazardous materials, noise, and traffic. As proposed, St. Mark’s relocated facilities to San Joaquin
Hills Road and ultimate vacation of the Domingo Drive location providing for the expansion of the Our Lady
Queen of Angels site. The document was approved and the project was built.
Land Rover Newport Beach Service Center MND, Newport Beach, California –PCR prepared the MND for
a proposed service center and storage facility associated with the existing Land Rover Dealership on
Jamboree Road. The proposed facility would be located approximately four miles from the Jamboree Road
location and would house vehicles awaiting service and new inventory. In addition to the MND, PCR
prepared a recirculated MND and coordinated a shorter review period with the Department of Toxic
Substance Control, Regional Water Quality Control Board, and Airport Land Use Commission of Orange
County, and filed a Certificate of Fee Exemption with the California Department of Fish and Game. The
document was approved and the project was built.
Conexant Systems EIR, Newport Beach, California – PCR prepared an EIR for the expansion of the
Conexant Systems, Inc. facility in the City of Newport Beach to provide for 566,000 additional square feet of
light industrial and supporting office/lab space. The initial work effort consisted of the preparation of an
Initial Study that focused the scope of the Draft EIR to include specific environmental topics. Due to its
location directly adjacent to two other jurisdictions (City of Irvine and University of California, Irvine), the
project involved extensive research in order to define the cumulative setting for the land use and traffic
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analyses. The EIR addressed the following environmental issues: Land Use and Planning; Population; Water
Quality; Air Quality; Transportation/Circulation; Noise; Public Services; Utilities and Service Systems;
Aesthetics; and Recreation.
Santa Monica Pier Upgrade, Santa Monica, California – PCR prepared the environmental documentation
for the proposed structural upgrades to the existing pier and the addition of a gangway and floating doc. The
proposed improvements, including floating dock, gangway, and supporting pilings, are necessary to ensure
ongoing safe operation of the pier, allowing for boat‐assisted evacuation of the seaside end of the pier during
an emergency. Given the nature of the proposed improvements, the bulk of environmental impacts relate to
temporary construction activities, including air quality, biological (marine) resources, and greenhouse gas
emission/global climate change. PCR worked with City staff to engage stakeholders (e.g., resource agencies,
California Coastal Commission, residents, community organizations) in order to address concerns up front
and minimize the potential for controversy.
Villa Marina EIR, Marina del Rey, California – PCR prepared the EIR for a proposed condominium and
retail project on a 4‐acre site at the southeast corner of Lincoln Boulevard and Maxella Avenue in Marina de
Rey. The project proposes approximately 300 units, including a percentage set aside for low‐income
families. The project is four stories in height plus subterranean parking, with retail uses on the ground floor
and residential on the remaining floors.
The project is subject to the requirements of a variety of jurisdictions due to its location. The site is located
within the Palms‐Mar Vista‐Del Rey Community Plan area as well as being within the boundaries of the Los
Angeles Coastal Transportation Corridor Specific Plan. The Project site is also within the coastal zone and
therefore, is under the jurisdiction of the California Coastal Commission.
Venice Residential Development, Venice, California – PCR prepared an Initial Study in support of an MND
for the proposed three‐phased residential development on a 6‐acre site located in the southeastern portion
of the Venice community. Due to its location, the project was subject to the regulations and policies set forth
in the Oxford Triangle Specific Plan, Venice Coastal Zone Specific Plan and the Venice Coastal Land Use Plan.
Given that the project consists of multi‐family housing, it would enhance land use compatibility in the area,
particularly for the adjoining single‐family residential uses. This project was approved after an extensive
process of resolving neighborhood issues.
Merkel & Associates
National City Marine Terminal Extension Project – M&A prepared a technical report to assess biological
resources and essential fish habitat at a proposed wharf extension at the National City Marine Terminal
(NCMT), located in south San Diego Bay, California to support an Environmental Impact Report (EIR). The
primary improvements to the NCMT would be associated with the phased completion of prior wharf
extensions along the western and southern faces of the wharf located at the NCMT. Primary concerns
included disturbance to sensitive avian species and loss of intertidal mudflat and eelgrass habitat. The
technical report also included conceptual wetland and eelgrass mitigation scenarios. The project proposed to
mitigate for eelgrass impacts by utilizing an existing eelgrass mitigation bank or creating eelgrass habitat
within the A‐8 Anchorage by raising the bayfloor elevation with dredged materials and planting eelgrass on
the elevated plateau. To mitigate for the loss of intertidal and subtidal habitat as well as bay coverage, two
possible locations were evaluated: South Grand Caribe Isle in the Coronado Cays (approximately six acres),
and the D Street Fill just across the Sweetwater Channel from the NCMT (approximately five acres). These
sites would be lowered from upland elevations to create intertidal and subtidal lands.
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Convair Lagoon Confined Disposal Facility, Brown and Winters –M&A prepared a technical report to
assess impacts to biological resources and essential fish habitat for a potential confined disposal facility
(CDF) at Convair Lagoon, located in north San Diego Bay, CA. From a conceptual standpoint, the proposed
project consisted of the placement of dredge fill material generated from the Shipyard Sediment Project into
a CDF constructed in Convair Lagoon. Presently the lagoon is open to San Diego Bay. Therefore, the facility
will be confined with the construction of a rock jetty (containment barrier). The barrier will extend the
general trend of the shorelines of the adjacent Rental Car Parking and Services and Coast Guard facilities.
The barrier will serve to contain the dredge fill material during earth‐work filling operations and provide a
sediment barrier to mitigate the migration of contaminated dredge fill material into the bay. The feasibility of
the CDF was viewed a as a potential alternative for the Shipyard Sediment Clean‐Up Project. Primary
concerns included disturbance to sensitive avian species and loss of wetland, intertidal mudflat, and eelgrass
habitat. The technical report also included conceptual wetland and eelgrass mitigation scenarios.
Upper Newport Bay Restoration Monitoring Program, Army Corps of Engineers Los Angeles District –
The overall purpose of the Upper Newport Bay (UNB) Restoration Project was to develop a long‐term
management plan to control sediment deposition in UNB and to preserve the health of its habitats. An
element of the project includes implementation of a monitoring program, with the primary goal to document
the ecological and physical status of the UNB Restoration Program following restoration work. M&A is
currently tasked with implementation of the monitoring program. The Consistency Determination (CD)
noted that ecological monitoring should be conducted during the 2nd, 5th, and 10th years after completion
of construction; however, the monitoring program outlined in this plan utilizes lessons learned from
previous and on‐going long‐term wetland restoration programs (e.g. Batiquitos Lagoon, Bolsa Chica
Wetlands, and Huntington Beach Wetlands) to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the system
following restoration. While this monitoring plan meets the requirements outlined in the CD, it also provides
a data set that is the directly comparable to other on‐going studies and supportive of data collection needs
for other programs affecting UNB. Listed species will be monitored annually, and biological sampling will be
conducted at fixed intervals. During that time, monitoring events will be intended, not only for observation,
but also to support adaptive management activities. Analysis of post‐restoration data may illuminate
problems or management strategies that could be implemented to aid the process of the restoration
program.
REFERENCES
We encourage you to contact the following individuals regarding our quality of work on recent PCR projects.
April Soash, Director
Community Services
City of Monrovia
119 W. Palm Avenue
Monrovia, California 91016
(626) 256‐8234
Ellen Clark, Senior Planner
Town of Mammoth Lakes
PO Box 1609
Mammoth Lakes, California 93546
(760) 934‐8989 x269
Ken Schumann, P.E., Manager
Los Angeles County of Public Works
Project Management Division II
900 South Fremont Avenue
Alhambra, California 91803‐1331
Phone: (626) 300‐3246
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PCR 2011 BILLING RATES AND EXPENSE CHARGES
Professional Time
Environmental Planning & Documentation
President ........................................................................................................................................................ $270.00 Director/Principal ..................................................................................................................................... $198.00 Principal ......................................................................................................................................................... $180.00 Associate Principal .................................................................................................................................... $162.00 Principal Planner ........................................................................................................................................ $144.00 Senior Planner II ......................................................................................................................................... $131.00 Senior Planner I .......................................................................................................................................... $117.00 Planner ........................................................................................................................................................... $104.00 Associate Planner .......................................................................................................................................... $90.00 Assistant Planner ........................................................................................................................................... $77.00 Technician ........................................................................................................................................................ $63.00 Intern .................................................................................................................................................................. $50.00
Biological Services
Principal/Director ..................................................................................................................................... $225.00
Principal Environmental Scientist ...................................................................................................... $170.00
Associate Principal .................................................................................................................................... $162.00
Principal Environmental/Regulatory Scientist ............................................................................. $160.00
Principal Biologist ...................................................................................................................................... $144.00
Senior Biologist II ....................................................................................................................................... $131.00
Senior Biologist I ........................................................................................................................................ $117.00
Biologist ......................................................................................................................................................... $104.00
Associate Biologist ........................................................................................................................................ $90.00
Assistant Biologist ......................................................................................................................................... $77.00
Technician ........................................................................................................................................................ $63.00
Intern .................................................................................................................................................................. $50.00
Air Quality, Climate & Acoustics
Director .......................................................................................................................................................... $162.00 Principal Engineer/Scientist ................................................................................................................. $144.00 Senior Engineer/Scientist II .................................................................................................................. $131.00 Senior Engineer/Scientist I .................................................................................................................... $117.00 Engineer/Scientist ..................................................................................................................................... $104.00 Associate Engineer/Scientist ................................................................................................................... $90.00 Assistant Engineer/Scientist .................................................................................................................... $77.00 Technician ........................................................................................................................................................ $63.00 Intern .................................................................................................................................................................. $50.00
Historic Resources
Director .......................................................................................................................................................... $162.00 Principal Historian ..................................................................................................................................... $144.00 Senior Historian II ...................................................................................................................................... $131.00 Senior Historian I ....................................................................................................................................... $117.00 Historian ........................................................................................................................................................ $104.00 Associate Historian ....................................................................................................................................... $90.00 Assistant Historian ....................................................................................................................................... $77.00 Technician ........................................................................................................................................................ $63.00 Intern .................................................................................................................................................................. $50.00
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Archeological & Paleontological Resources
Director .......................................................................................................................................................... $162.00
Principal Archaeologist/Paleontologist ............................................................................................ $144.00
Senior Archaeologist/Paleontologist II ............................................................................................. $131.00
Senior Archaeologist/Paleontologist I .............................................................................................. $117.00
Archaeologist/Paleontologist ............................................................................................................... $104.00
Associate Archaeologist/Paleontologist .............................................................................................. $90.00
Assistant Archaeologist/Paleontologist .............................................................................................. $77.00
Archaeological/Paleontological Technician ....................................................................................... $63.00
Intern .................................................................................................................................................................. $50.00
Support
Senior GIS Specialist/Senior Graphics ............................................................................................... $104.00
GIS Specialist ................................................................................................................................................... $81.00
Graphics Specialist ........................................................................................................................................ $81.00
Publications Specialist ................................................................................................................................ $72.00
Production Specialist ................................................................................................................................... $72.00
Direct Expenses
Direct expenses will be billed at 110 percent of actual cost, including but not limited to:
Retention of subcontractors.
Purchase or rental of project materials and special supplies.
Reproduction, printing and photographic costs.
Postage, delivery, telephone and other communication costs when requested or approved by
client.
Project‐related mileage necessarily incurred at the prevailing IRS Standard Mileage Rates.
Billing Terms
Unless other contractual terms are agreed upon, PCR invoices on a monthly basis. Payment is
due 30 days from date of invoice.
PCR’s scheduling commitments are made and taken seriously. However, PCR reserves the
right to modify performance schedules in instances where payment of PCR invoices falls
behind agreed‐upon terms.
PCR recalibrates its billing rates for professional time at the beginning of each calendar year
and reserves the right to raise its billing rates for one or more professional categories by no
more than 5 percent twelve months following project initiation.
PROPOSAL
ATTACHMENT – RESUMES
Jay Ziff, PRINCIPAL / DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING & DOCUMENTATION
Education
M.L.A., California State
Polytechnic University, Pomona,
California, 1989
B.A., Environmental Studies,
University of California, Santa
Barbara, California, 1983
Professional Affiliations
Urban Land Institute
Summary
Jay Ziff has over 20 years of
experience in environmental
consulting. Mr. Ziff has managed
preparation of a full range of
documents pursuant to California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
and National Environmental Policy
Act (NEPA), including studies for
new land development,
redevelopment, infrastructure
projects, long-range development
plans, and General Plans.
Through his years of management in
the field he is a skilled CEQA
practitioner, and has directed
documentation for a number of the
region’s most challenging projects.
As a recognized expert, he has also
been called upon to provide expert
testimony, and to provide
environmental advisory and review
services for clients in the public and
private sectors.
Experience
Santa Monica Experience: Mr. Ziff served as the Project Director or Project
Manager for several projects within and for the City of Santa Monica. He
directed the Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs) for the City of Santa Monica
Downtown Parking Program, Bubba Gump Restaurant, and Travel Lodge. He
was also responsible for the update to and CEQA documentation for the City of
Santa Monica Historic Preservation Element.
In addition to City projects, Mr. Ziff has led CEQA and NEPA documentation
for the Santa Monica College, and has provided the Santa Monica-Malibu
Unified School District with CEQA compliance services for a District-wide
capital improvement program.
Mixed-Use Project Experience: Representative experience with mixed-use
project EIRs includes managing the Metropolis Mixed-Use Project in downtown
Los Angeles; the Eastern Urban Center Sectional Planning Area Plan EIR in
Chula Vista; and directing PCR’s work on the Golden Shore Master Plan and 2nd
& PCH EIRs in the City of Long Beach.
Additional CEQA Experience: His additional experience includes serving as
PCR’s Project Manager for the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)/EIR for
the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) Master Plan for over a decade. He
worked in concert with a team of engineers and technical consultants in
preparing the document for this highly complex and controversial project.
Despite a number of aggressive legal challenges, the document was certified and
the project approved in 2005. Subsequent to the Master Plan, Mr. Ziff has led
and/or contributed to a number of EIRs and Mitigated Negative Declarations at
LAX, including the South Airfield Improvement Project EIR, the LAX Central
Utility Plant EIR, and an MND for a comprehensive upgrade to the Tom Bradley
International Terminal.
Other Southland projects of note include managing the Skyline Ranch project in
northern Los Angeles County; the Entrada Project in Culver City; the Point
View Project in Ranch Palos Verdes; and the 16 East California Office Project
in the City of Pasadena.
General Plans and Program-Level Documentation: Mr. Ziff has substantial
experience preparing EIRs for general plan programs. This experience includes
the City of Murrieta General Plan EIR & Master Environmental Assessment, the
El Segundo General Plan EIR, the City of Pasadena Land Use and Mobility
Elements EIR, the City of Westminster Consolidated General Plan/EIR, and the
City of Irvine General Plan Program Phase II Master EIR. Beyond these
comprehensive general plan EIRs he has also prepared CEQA documentation for
the City of Glendale Historic Preservation Element and an update to the City of
Santa Monica Historic Preservation Element.
Environmental Advisory Review & On-Call Services: Mr. Ziff provided
environmental advisory and review services to the City of Murrieta with direct
responsibility for overseeing the environmental review process for six specific
plans proposed within the City and its sphere of influence. The combined
projects cover approximately 3,000 acres with potential for over 6,000 dwelling
units. He reviewed and commented on the City of Arcadia General Plan EIR for
Santa Anita Realty Company, and has also provided third-party review of
environmental documentation for the Royal Rangers Adventure Camp
Recirculated EIR and a number of other projects.
Michael Harden, PRINCIPAL PLANNER
Education
B.A., Environmental Studies
(Graduate with Honors and
Distinction in Major
certifications), University of
California, Santa Barbara,
California, 1997
Professional Affiliations
Association of Environmental
Professionals
Summary
Mr. Harden has been involved in the
management and/or preparation of
environmental documents for over 13
years. Mr. Harden has extensive
experience preparing documentation
for a wide variety of programs
involving transportation, residential,
infrastructure, educational, mixed-
use, redevelopment, commercial, and
industrial uses. Mr. Harden draws
from his background in
environmental engineering and
understanding of environmental
issues to provide environmental
impact analysis and California
Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA)/National Environmental
Policy (NEPA) compliance, in
addition to research and writing.
He has prepared and managed all
levels of CEQA and NEPA
documentation, including Initial
Studies in support of Mitigated
Negative Declarations (MNDs),
Environmental Impact Reports
(EIRs), and Environmental
Assessments (EAs). In addition, he
is experienced with school planning
documentation requirements (i.e.,
Title V compliance).
Experience
Large-Scale/Program-Level EIRs: Mr. Harden’s projects include the City of
Long Beach Enterprise Zone EIR, the Chula Vista Eastern Urban Center (EUC)
EIR and the Town of Mammoth Lakes General Plan EIR.
Prior to joining PCR, Mr. Harden worked on numerous General Plan EIRs for
Metropolitan Bakersfield, City of Costa Mesa, City of Cerritos, and City of
Carson. He also assisted in the preparation of the Environmental Planning
Element and the Open Space Element for the Town of Prescott Valley, Arizona
General Plan Update. Other relevant projects prior to joining PCR include: the
Moon Camp Residential Project EIR on the north shore of Big Bear Lake; the
San Gabriel Mission District Specific Plan EIR in the City of San Gabriel; and
the Boeing Specific Plan Project EIR in the City of Seal Beach.
Environmental Impact Reports/Environmental Assessments: Mr. Harden is
currently serving as the EIR project manager for the Ascon Landfill project, a
highly controversial project in the City of Huntington Beach, Mr. Harden’s
projects include: the Commercial Retail Center - Wal-Mart Supercenter EIR in
the City of Rialto; the 2nd + PCH Mixed-Use Project in Long Beach; the Eagle
Lodge Base Area Expansion EA/EIR in the Town of Mammoth Lakes; the Church
of the Woods EIR in the County of San Bernardino; the Fuller Theological
Seminary EIR in the City of Pasadena; the 16. E California Office Project EIR in
Pasadena; the Bixel and Lucas Mixed-Use Project EIR in the City of Los
Angeles; and the Metro West Los Angeles Transportation Facility/Sunset Avenue
EIR in the Venice Community of the City of Los Angeles.
Mitigated Negative Declarations: Mr. Harden has managed numerous MNDs
throughout the Southland, including the 1340 Figueroa Mixed-Use High-Rise
Tower Project, Lofts at Larchmont Residential Project, Camerford Lofts Project,
Megatoys Mixed-Use Project, One Santa Fe Mixed-Use Project, and 1111
Wilshire Boulevard Mixed-Use High-Rise Tower Project, all within the City of
Los Angeles. Outside of Los Angeles, he has managed the Capistrano Unified
School District’s (CUSD) Compressed Natural Gas Fueling Dispenser at the
Aliso Viejo Transportation Center MND, City of Hemet’s Long-Term
Programmatic Maintenance Program MND, Wildwood and Stough Canyons
Improvements MND in the City of Burbank, and the MND prepared for revisions
to Chapter 8.92, Native Brush and Shrubs, in the City of Big Bear Lake
Municipal Code. Mr. Harden has also managed numerous MNDs for the County
of Los Angeles Department of Public Works and the Orange County Fire
Authority (OCFA) for various fire stations, as well as the Orange County Parks
and Recreation Department for parks improvement projects. Additional MND
projects prior to joining PCR include: the East-West Ranch Water Pipeline
Project, Pine Knolls Tank Replacement Project, and Santa Rosa Creek all in
Cambria, California; Southern California Water Company Water Well, El Pollo
Loco Restaurant, and Warland Investments Speculative Office/R&D Building
Project, all for the City of Cypress.
Mr. Harden’s transportation related projects include the Bixel Street
Reclassification IS/ND in the City of Los Angeles, the College Boulevard No
Improvement Alternative and College Boulevard Widening Alternative MND in
the City of Oceanside, and the Interstate 15/Indian Truck Trail EA in Riverside
County. Mr. Harden has also prepared numerous school-related planning
environmental documents (i.e., Title V compliance, Notice of Exemptions, etc.)
with school districts that include the Santa Ana Unified School District and
Lawndale Elementary School District.
David Crook, AICP, LEED AP, PRINCIPAL PLANNER
Education
M.S., City and Regional
Planning, California Polytechnic
State University, San Luis
Obispo, California, 2000
B.S., Environmental Studies,
University of California, Santa
Barbara, California, 1997
Permits/Certifications
U.S. Green Building Council
LEED Accredited Professional
(BD+C), 2007
American Institute of Certified
Planners (AICP) #018136, 2002
Professional Affiliations
Board Member, Orange County
Association of Environmental
Professionals, 2008-Present
Board Member, Orange County
American Planning Association,
2006-2008
U.S. Green Building Council
Summary
David Crook is an environmental
planner with over 10 years of
professional experience in
environmental science, impact
assessment, planning, and geographic
information system (GIS)
applications. He has prepared all
levels of California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) and National
Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
studies, as well as other planning
documents, including general plans
and specific plans. He has worked on
a variety of projects for public and
private entities that require a
diversity of skills and disciplines,
such as written and oral
communication, analytical, and
managerial. In addition to his CEQA
and NEPA expertise, Mr. Crook has
experience with field inspections,
including soil, groundwater, and
surface water sampling and analysis,
and preparation of associated
analytical reports.
Experience
Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs): Mr. Crook has managed and prepared EIRs for
specific development projects and larger programs throughout California. Mr. Crook is
currently serving as project manager for the City of Long Beach, Westgate Specific Plan
EIR for the City of Fontana, and Saint John’s Health Center EIR Addendum for the City
of Santa Monica. He served as project manager for the North Main Street District
Specific Plan Amendment EIR in the City of Corona, as well as the Golden Shore
Master Plan EIR in the City of Long Beach. Prior to joining PCR, Mr. Crook also
served as project manager for the Mancara at Robinson Ranch EIR in the City of Santa
Clarita, and also served as assistant project manager and lead analyst for the Henry
Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital Master Plan EIR and Lyons Canyon Ranch EIR in
the same jurisdiction.
Prior to joining PCR, Mr. Crook served as lead analyst and task manager for the
following EIR projects: Carrari Ranch EIR in the City of Rancho Cucamonga; Soledad
Townhomes EIR in the City of Santa Clarita; The Village at Playa Vista EIR in the City
of Los Angeles; San Gabriel Center EIR in the City of San Gabriel; El Centro de
Huntington Park EIR in the City of Huntington Park; 231-265 North Beverly Drive
Project EIR in the City of Beverly Hills; Kohl Ranch Specific Plan EIR Addendum in
the County of Riverside; Canyon Sewers Replacement and Rehabilitation Project
Program EIR in the City of San Diego; South Schulte Specific Plan Supplemental EIR
in the City of Tracy; and Chino Hills Shoppes, Civic Center, and Park EIR in the City of
Chino Hills. Additionally, Mr. Crook served as CEQA project manager for numerous
new school and expansion project EIRs for the Los Angeles Unified School District.
Mr. Crook also served as an analyst for the Los Angeles International Airport Master
Plan EIS/EIR for Los Angeles World Airports, Pacific Golf and Country Club Residential
Project EIR in the City of San Clemente, Tyler Mall Expansion Project EIR Addendum
and Fox Plaza Project EIR in the City of Riverside, Beverly Hills Gardens and Montage
Hotel Project EIR in the City of Beverly Hills, Dana Point Harbor Revitalization Project
Program EIR for the County of Orange, the University Villages Specific Plan EIR in the
City of Marina, and the Sherwin Project EIR in the Town of Mammoth Lakes.
Mitigated Negative Declarations/Negative Declarations: Mr. Crook has managed and
produced several Initial Studies in support of /Negative Declarations (NDs) and
Mitigated Negative Declarations (MNDs) for many jurisdictions in Southern California.
He served as the Project Manager for the Burbank Recycled Water System Expansion
Project MND in the City of Burbank, and is currently serving as project manager for the
Burbank Reservoir No. 1 Reconstruction Project MND in the same jurisdiction. Mr.
Crook is also managing the Santa Monica Pier Gangway and Phase 4 Structural
Upgrade Project MND for the City of Santa Monica, and the Camp Emerald Bay Master
Plan MND for the County of Los Angeles. Additional MND management experience
includes the Cesar Chavez Avenue/Lorena Street/Indiana Street Intersection Improvement
Project for the City of Los Angeles Department of Public Works, Bureau of Engineering.
Prior to joining PCR, Mr. Crook served as lead analyst and assistant project manager for
the Hi Hope Ranch Supplemental MND, St. Cloud General Plan Amendment/Zone
Change ND, and St. Cloud Tentative Tract Map MND, all located in the City of
Oceanside; Film and Television Archive Preservation Center MND in the City of Santa
Clarita; Fox Theater Rehabilitation Project MND in the City of Riverside; San Fernando
Road Rezoning Project ND in the City of Glendale; West Basin Water Recycling Plant
Phase IV Expansion MND for the West Basin Municipal Water District; Under Ocean
Floor Seawater Intake and Discharge Project MND/EA in the City of Long Beach; the
Essex Hollywood Project MND in the City of Los Angeles; and Santa Ynez Reservoir
Covering Project MND, Magnolia Trunk Line MND, Hansen Area Water Recycling
Project MND, Sepulveda Basin Water Recycling Project: Woodley/Burbank MND, City
Trunk Line South MND, and West Valley Water Recycling Project MND for the City of
Los Angeles Department of Water and Power.
Heidi Rous, CPP, PRINCIPAL, DIRECTOR OF AIR QUALITY, CLIMATE & ACOUSTICS SERVICES
Education
B.S. Physics, California State
Polytechnic University, Pomona,
California, 1990
Permits/Certifications
Certified Permitting Professional
(CPP), Registered with South
Coast Air Quality Management
District, #B6027
Summary
Heidi Rous has over 20 years of
experience in permitting, compliance,
air quality planning, training,
emissions estimations, and special
studies.
Ms. Rous has managed Air Quality
Impact Assessments (AQIA) and
Health Risk Assessments (HRAs)
required under various State and
federal environmental regulations
including National Environmental
Policy Act (NEPA), California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA),
RMPP, Cal ARP, AB2588, AB32, and
Proposition 65. Ms. Rous has
extensive expertise with all
applicable modeling tools including
ISCST, URBEMIS, HARP,
DEGADIS, EMFAC, Cal3QHC,
Caline4, and EDMS.
Ms. Rous has comprehensive
experience with design and
permitting of air pollution control
devices, including BACT
determinations, emission credit (ERC
and RECLAIM) assistance, Risk
Management Plans, and other
compliance services. She has
authored Start-up, Shut-down, and
Malfunction plans, and frequently
supervises emissions and
performance testing of new,
modified, and demonstration units.
She is highly skilled in quantifying,
modeling, mitigating emissions from
stationary and mobile sources, and
meeting the required regulatory
compliance under the CAA, CWA,
CERCLA, RCRA, EPCRA, and
related statutes.
Experience
CEQA, NEPA, and Environmental Assessments: Ms. Rous has authored numerous
Air Quality, Human Health Risk, and Risk of Upset sections to Environmental
Impact Reports (EIR), Environmental Impact Statements (EIS), Environmental
Assessments (EA), and other special studies. Clients include Port of Los Angeles,
Port of Long Beach, South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD),
Port of Oakland, United States Environmental Protection Agency, Federal Aviation
Administration, Federal Highway Administration, numerous municipalities, and
all major branches of the Department of Defense.
Greenhouse Gas (GHG) /Global Climate Change: Ms. Rous has performed
numerous greenhouse gas and global climate change analyses for projects
involving mobile and stationary sources. Ms. Rous is currently performing
technical analyses of GHG emissions for a number of transportation and
development projects throughout Southern California. She worked closely with
the Land Use Services Division of the County of San Bernardino to develop
interim significance criteria and methodology to quantify GHG emission
reductions, including defining “business as usual” and determining the efficacy of
control measures to reduce emissions from mobile and stationary sources. In
addition, she performed the GHG analysis for the proposed LAX Central Utility
Plan Replacement project. The analysis included construction emissions of criteria
and toxic air pollutants and greenhouse gases (GHGs), and the beneficial impact
(net reduction) of project implementation, due to increased energy efficiency.
Health Risk Assessments and Offsite Consequence Analyses: Ms. Rous has
managed or performed numerous HRAs and Offsite Consequence Analyses
(OCAs) for a diverse range of clients and source types, including manufacturing,
surface coating, metal plating, landfills, aggregate plants, refineries, ports, and
bulk storage terminals. In addition, she performs the requisite HRAs for new
school development for LAUSD and other districts that include quantification of
the health risk posed from exposure to mobile sources such as freeways and train
operations. She has performed OCAs for water supply and waste water treatment
facilities, power plants, cold storage facilities, and chemical plants.
Permitting and Compliance: Ms. Rous has provided comprehensive planning and
compliance services to numerous facilities in the energy and heavy manufacturing
sectors. Specific experience includes permitting of new and modified facilities
throughout California, especially within the SCAQMD jurisdiction, including
refineries, cogeneration facilities, electrical production plants, steel rolling mills,
metal plating operations, aerospace manufacturing, food production landfills, and
wastewater treatment plants. Tasks include regulatory analyses, emissions
inventories, AQIAs, HRAs, and BACT determinations.
Ms. Rous has prepared and negotiated permit applications, performed audits,
assessed air quality impacts and HRAs for petrochemical and energy clients such
as ARCO, British Petroleum, Chevron, Shell, Valero, Unocal, Ultramar, Well Head
Electric, Oklahoma Gas & Electric, and Southern California Edison. She has
provided on-site compliance support (staff augmentation) at various times for
ARCO and BP, and is familiar with all aspects of applicable health and safety
requirements. With BP, Ms. Rous was responsible for GHG emission calculations,
field surveys, and permitting of a new FCCU unit.
She has supported on-call permitting requests, such as review of Title V operating
permits, completion of applications for authority to construct, case-by-case
BACT determinations, and cost-effectiveness calculations.
Kyle H. Kim, Ph.D., SENIOR ENGINEER
Education
Ph.D., Architectural Acoustics,
University of Florida, Gainesville,
Florida, 2004
M.S., Architectural Studies,
University of Florida, Gainesville,
Florida, 2000
B.E., Building Equipment System,
Kyungwon University, Korea,
1995 (Mechanical Engineering
equivalent degree)
Professional Affiliations
Member, Institute of Noise Control
Engineering
Member, Acoustical Society of
America
Expertise
Kyle Kim has over 10 years of
professional and academic experience
in architectural and environmental
acoustical consulting for corporate and
office buildings, schools, medical
facilities, religious institutions,
residential, airports, entertainment
groups, and hotels.
Dr. Kim has extensive experience
conducting and designing sound wall
analyses, noise analyses, sound
isolation, transportation analysis, and
noise control for a variety of projects
throughout the United States. He has
designed specifications for mechanical
systems and conducted noise
assessments for aircraft noise, gunshot
noise, traffic noise, and design
response. Dr. Kim also specializes in
architectural acoustics including room
and building acoustics, reverberation
measurements, data analysis, and
heating, ventilation and HVAC systems.
He has used Ivie PC40, B&K 2236 and
2260; Larson-Davis 2800; and RION
LN-27 to conduct noise analyses.
Experience
Environmental Acoustics Analyses: Dr. Kim has conducted environmental
acoustics analyses for numerous projects in Southern California and throughout
the United States Local projects include Second and PCH in the City of Long
Beach, the Getty Villa Outdoor Theater, Hollywood Palladium, The New Century
Plan in the Century City community, The Wilshire Gayley project in the
Westwood community, and Cesar Chavez Roundabout Improvement Project for
the City of Los Angeles Department of Public Works, and Loyola Marymount
University Community Noise Study. He also conducted environment noise
analysis for Emery II residential development project. He provided building shell
requirements to reduce exterior noise levels in residential units. He has
completed peer reviews of Noise Study Report of I-215 HOV Gap Closure
Project and Noise Abatement Decision Report of I-15/I-215 Interchange
Improvements Project. Other projects include Disney Beach Club Villas Noise
Study; Yibor City Noise Ordinance; Grey Oaks Subdivision; Coronado at Gulf
Harbor; Bike Week Noise Impact Study in Daytona Beach, Florida; Okinawa
Camp Noise Study; and the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center Firing
Ranges Noise Study. Under contract to the Hyatt Regency, he assessed traffic
noise to design a sound wall for the hotel in response to the SR 60 Road
Widening project in Florida. In addition, Dr. Kim suggested mitigation measures
to minimize the impacts of noise from a variety of new roller coasters and an
outdoor theater at Fantasy Harbor Theme Park in South Carolina on adjacent
residential and commercial properties.
Architectural Acoustics Analyses: Dr. Kim has performed architectural acoustics
analyses such as noise isolation and noise control for projects including the
Symantec Office Development in Culver City, the Beverly Wilshire Office
Building, Capital Group Long Beach, and Coldwell Banker in West Los Angeles.
Under contract to the Los Angeles Unified School District, he analyzed the
effects of noise emitted from a train passing a new school, conducted acoustical
studies for the school’s multipurpose rooms and provided the District with
suggestions for mitigation strategies. In addition, he has provided sound
isolation design services for HVAC systems for the Veterans Administration
chapel in Los Angeles.
Noise Study-Focused Publications: Dr. Kim has authored several publications
including “Estimating Community Noise Levels from Outdoor Condensing
Units,” Journal of the Acoustical Society of America; “Acoustical Comparisons of
Existing Facilities and New Facilities in a Special Education School,”
NoiseCon03; “Computer Model Studies to Predict Qualitative and Quantitative
Measures of Speech Intelligibility in Classrooms,” Journal of the Acoustical
Society of America; “Auralizations and Other Computer Model Studies to Predict
Qualitative and Quantitative Measures of Speech Intelligibility in Classrooms,”
Journal of the Acoustical Society of America; and “Hyde Park United Methodist
Church,” Journal of the Acoustical Society of America.
Everest Yan, SENIOR ENGINEER
Education
B.S., Chemical Engineering
(Environmental Emphasis),
University of Southern
California, Los Angeles,
California, 2001
Engineer-In.-Training (EIT)
Summary
Everest Yan is an engineer with over
eight years of experience and a
comprehensive knowledge of air
quality and noise.
Mr. Yan has technical expertise
conducting air impact analyses using
emissions inventory models such as
EMFAC, URBEMIS, OFFROAD,
MOBILE6/MOVES and AP-42
Emission Factors. He also has
extensive experience in performing
roadway (mobile source) dispersion
modeling using EDMS for airport
operations, CALINE4/CAL3QHC for
roadway emissions, ISCST3/
AERMOD dispersion modeling for
construction and operations, and
health risk assessments using HARP.
In addition to performing mobile
source emissions analyses, Mr. Yan
has also performed extensive work
for Caltrans’ projects which include
conformity analyses and air quality
technical reports to calculate GHG
emissions.
Experience
Air Quality Analysis: Mr. Yan has managed and performed air quality analyses
for mobile source emissions for CEQA projects using CARB’s EMFAC and
EPA’s MOBILE6/MOVES models. In addition to the standard tools, he has also
created customized applications to perform analyses too complex for standard
tools such as determining specific fleet mix for local segments of roadways based
on vehicle size, temporal distribution and speed. Such tools are based on existing
EMFAC methodology, using Caltrans Performance Measurement System (PeMS)
data.
Mr. Yan also has experience in assisting with air quality monitoring in industrial
and urban environments ranging from conducting fieldwork to data formatting
and analysis.
Mr. Yan has performed health risk assessments (HRAs) for projects that may have
the potential of placing sensitive uses near hazardous or carcinogenic emission
sources such as roadways (diesel particulate) and industrial sources. Health Risk
Assessments are performed using the most recent Office of Environmental Health
Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) methodology and the Health and Air Research
Program (HARP) risk assessment model.
He has performed air quality analyses required under CEQA for inclusion to
technical sections of Mitigated Negative Declarations (MNDs) and
Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs) for Westfield’s Santa Anita and New
Century Plan projects, and Gregory Canyon Landfill.
Noise and Vibration Analysis: In addition to his air quality fieldwork and
reporting, Mr. Yan is responsible for noise measurement collection, processing
noise/sound data, and modeling noise impacts at sensitive uses from roadway
mobile sources as well as stationary construction sources for projects such as
Getty Villa, Buckley School, and Gregory Canyon Landfill.
Stormwater Monitoring: Prior to joining PCR, Mr. Yan assisted in preparing
reports and conducting training for stormwater monitoring. These reports include
county-wide monitoring reports for ultimate submission to the Regional Water
Quality Control Board (RWQCB), water quality monitoring standard operating
procedures, and the training of RWQCB inspectors.
Mr. Yan has also conducted fieldwork involving wet and dry weather water
sampling, and Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) on water chemistry
results. He performed QA/QC and assisted with the development of the Caltrans
Statewide Stormwater Monitoring Database.
Margarita J. Wuellner, Ph.D., DIRECTOR OF HISTORIC RESOURCES
Education
Ph.D., Art History, University of
California, Los Angeles,
California, 2005
M.A., Architectural History,
University of Virginia,
Charlottesville, Virginia, 1991
Certificate of Historic
Preservation, University of
Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia,
1991
B.A., Art History, Oberlin College,
Oberlin, Ohio, 1983
Professional Affiliations
Society of Architectural Historians
California Preservation Foundation
National Trust Forum, Center for
Leadership, National Trust for
Historic Preservation
Documentation and Conservation
of Buildings, Sites and
Neighborhoods of the Modern
Movement
Expertise
Margarita J. Wuellner, Ph.D., has over
20 years of experience in the practice
of architectural history, historic
preservation, and cultural resources
management in California, the United
States, and abroad. She has an
extensive background in art and
architecture from the eighteenth
through twenty-first century. She is a
specialist in the study of visual
culture, Modernism, urbanism, and
cultural landscape. Her qualifications
and experience meet and exceed the
Secretary of the Interior’s Professional
Qualification Standards in History,
Architectural History, and Historic
Preservation Planning.
Dr. Wuellner has received numerous
awards and fellowships for her work
including the Samuel H. Kress
Foundation Fellowship, Art History;
American Council of Learned
Societies Fellowship; and Edward A.
Dickson Graduate Fellowship,
University of California.
Experience
Historic Preservation and Cultural Resources Management: Dr. Wuellner has
extensive experience in the management, preservation, and treatment of historic
properties for compliance with Sections 106 and 110 of the National Historic
Preservation Act (NHPA), National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA),
Section 4(f) of the Department of Transportation Act, California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA), and local preservation ordinances. Dr. Wuellner is
experienced in the assessment of projects for conformance with the Secretary of
the Interior’s Standards and has assisted clients with State Historic Preservation
Office consultation, Programmatic Agreements, and Memorandum of
Agreements.
Dr. Wuellner has over 15 years of experience as a principal investigator, project
manager, and technical lead for international, national and regional firms,
including EDAW, Inc. and Parsons, Inc. She gained her professional training and
experience with John Milner Associates in Alexandria, Virginia, and Land and
Community Associates in Charlottesville, Virginia. Since returning to Los
Angeles in 1995, she has conducted a wide variety of regional and local projects
for compliance with CEQA and local preservation ordinances. These projects
have included the completion of city-wide and county-wide surveys, as well as
evaluation of regional resources.
Surveys and Historic Contexts: Dr. Wuellner has surveyed thousands of
properties and conducted extensive research to document and evaluate the
significance of historic resources at the local, state, and national levels. She has
designed and implemented a variety of large-scale state-wide, county-wide, and
city-wide surveys throughout the United States, as well as transportation,
military, industrial, urban, and rural surveys. Dr. Wuellner has conducted
numerous projects in California and metropolitan Los Angeles for state and local
agencies and private clients. Among these include serving as the on-call historic
preservation consultant for the City of Santa Monica. She has completed over 50
surveys and assessments since she joined PCR in 2006. As a part of this contract
she prepared the preliminary historic assessment for the Papermate site.
She continues to work on a national basis and having completed the innovative
South Texas Ranching Study for the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDot)
in 2008. Dr. Wuellner recently completed three large-scale surveys under
contract to the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Los Angeles.
These surveys are evaluating historical resources in the Wilshire
Center/Koreatown Recovery Redevelopment Project Area, Adelante Eastside,
and the Normandie 5 Redevelopment Project Area.
Professional Publications: Dr. Wuellner has authored over 150 technical reports
representative of a full spectrum of historical resources investigations for
incorporation into CEQA/NEPA environmental review documents and other
stand-alone reports such as National Register nominations and historic
preservation plans.
Dr. Wuellner is experienced in the preparation and implementation of mitigation
recommendations to reduce potential impacts to historic resources. She has
demonstrated experience in the preparation of Historic Structure Reports (HSRs);
Historic Buildings Maintenance and Treatment Plans; Historic Preservation
Management Plans; Historic American Building Surveys (HABS); Historic
American Landscape Surveys (HALS); and Cultural Landscape Reports (CLRs).
Kyle Garcia, SENIOR ARCHAEOLOGIST
Education
B.A., Physical Anthropology,
University of California, Santa
Barbara, California, 2004
Registrations/Certifications
Riverside County Registered
Archaeologist #202
40-Hour HAZWOPER Training, 2010
Continuing Education
Introduction to Professional Practice
under Section 106 of the National
Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), 2009
Cultural Resources Orientation & Pro-
Seminar, County of Riverside, 2011
Cultural Resources Protection Under
CEQA and Other Legislative Mandates,
UCLA Extension, 2008
Riverside County Archaeology and
Cultural Sensitivity Training Program,
2007
Professional Affiliations
Society for American Archaeology
Society for California Archaeology
Pacific Coast Archaeological Society
Orange County Natural History
Museum
Summary
Kyle Garcia is the Group Leader for PCR’s
Archaeological and Paleontological Division
with over eight years of professional and
academic experience in the archaeology and
prehistory of California. Mr. Garcia is
knowledgeable about archaeological
resources in coastal, interior, and island
settings. He specializes in faunal analysis
and has worked in faunal laboratories at
UCSB and the Santa Barbara Museum of
Natural History.
Mr. Garcia has evaluated historic and
prehistoric archaeological resources for
listing in the National Register of Historic
Places and the California Register of
Historical Resources, conducted agency and
Native American consultation, conducted and
supervised all aspects of archaeological
fieldwork and laboratory processing,
conducted numerous record searches at the
regional Information Centers across the State,
and prepared many technical documents and
sections in support of Environmental Impact
Reports/Statements and Initial
Studies/Environmental Assessments.
Experience
Mr. Garcia has contributed his services and archaeological expertise to over 300
projects at PCR subject to requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA), Section 106 of the NHPA, the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA),
and other federal, State, and local regulations. These projects included energy,
infrastructure, utility, residential, commercial, mixed-use, schools, parks, trail systems,
and urban redevelopment serving a variety of public and private sector clients
throughout California and Arizona. In addition to his archaeological work, Mr. Garcia
has been cross-trained in paleontological mitigation monitoring and assisted in the
excavations of a Miocene whale fossil near Irvine, California.
Peer Reviews: Mr. Garcia is often sought after to conduct Peer Review services of
controversial projects across southern California. These reviews include
environmental documentation for the Needles Highway Safety Realignment Project for
the County of San Bernardino Department of Public Works and various infrastructure
projects for Caltrans/San Bernardino Associated Governments.
General Project Experience: Mr. Garcia has extensive experience in dealing with
projects with a large number of archaeological resources. His large-scale surveys
include a pedestrian survey and site recordation of more than 200 historic and
prehistoric archaeological resources as part of a Class III Inventory on an
approximately 11,000-acre portion of the La Osa Ranch Project site in Pinal County,
Arizona; and he directed the 1,400-acre field survey and the successful site recordation
of over 150 prehistoric and historic archaeological resources per the Section 106
Process for a confidential project in Riverside County. He also served as Deputy
Project Manager for the approximately 240-acre Archaeological Treatment &
Restoration Plan for The Cove project that was subject to Section 106, where he
performed the field survey, Native American consultation, prepared the final report,
and supervised the thorough recordation and documentation of over 350 significant
artifacts which included artifact photography and illustrations.
Energy Projects: He is well-versed in the potential effects of energy production
projects on California Archaeology through his service as an on-call consultant to
Southern California Edison (SCE) where he has served as the Project Director and
Manager for over 100 SCE projects and managed SCE purchase order contracts in
excess of $1.5M. These projects were subject to requirements of CEQA, Section 106
of the NHPA, and other local ordinances. These projects included deteriorated pole
replacements, conduit and vault installations, distribution circuit installations, and
emergency on-call archaeological survey and monitoring services for SCE property
during recent southern California wildfires. Mr. Garcia not only managed the budgets
and supervised the work but he also conducted most of the record searches, surveys,
report writing, site recordation, and client/agency coordination for these projects.
These projects also entailed rapid response services including close-interval surveys,
construction monitoring, and sensitivity assessments for SCE property in areas
damaged by the wildfires.
Presentations: Mr. Garcia presented a paper at the 72nd Annual Meeting for the
Society of American Archaeology Conference in Austin, Texas in 2007. The paper
focused on prehistoric ‘yoni’ features encountered on a project site proposed to be
developed in western Riverside County, California.
Geographic Information Systems (GIS): Mr. Garcia has also gained valuable
experience with recording historic and prehistoric archaeological sites with Garmin,
Magellan, and sub-meter Trimble GeoXT Global Positioning System (GPS) units. He
has worked with GIS software such as ArcPad, ArcGIS, and ArcView, and developed
methods for using these products to accurately and efficiently record archaeological
sites.
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LAWRENCE O. HONMA
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
Senior Marine Scientist, Merkel and Associates, Inc. 2004 - present. Mr. Honma’s duties include
project management, study design, data analysis and interpretation, report preparation, and technical and
field assistance. Member of M&A’s Diving Control Board, overseeing diving operations within the
company.
Senior Marine Scientist, AMEC Earth & Environmental, San Diego, California. 1994 - 2004. Mr.
Honma’s duties included project management, project implementation, design, and coordination, data
analysis and interpretation, and reporting. He served as the AMEC’s Diving Supervisor, overseeing all
diving operations within the company, and was also responsible for maintaining AMEC’s research
vessel.
EXPERIENCE
Mr. Honma is a Senior Project Manager and Scientist, specializing in coastal marine habitats. He has
over 20 years of experience that has varied from sediment quality assessments of bays and harbors to
ecological investigations of intertidal and nearshore subtidal areas of California, Hawaii, the Marshall
Islands, Micronesia, Mexico, and Alaska. He has served as project manager or senior scientist for
programs such as the San Diego Regional Beach Sand Project, the U.S. Navy CVN nearshore monitoring
program, and Southern California Edison’s NDPES kelp forest and fish community monitoring program.
He has worked extensively on Navy marine-related projects, including efforts at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii,
Midway Island, Johnston Atoll, and Guam under a Navy CLEAN contract, as well as, projects conducted
through Merkel & Associates, Inc. IDIQ contract to Survey, Map, Transplant, and Monitor Marine
Habitats in Alaska, California, Hawaii, Oregon, and Washington.
For sediment quality assessments, Mr. Honma has served as Project Manager, Task Manager, and Field
Supervisor for sediment collections performed in conjunction with ACOE Sections 10, 103, and 404
permitting and RWQCB cleanup and abatement orders. A portion of his responsibilities included
designing, coordinating, and implementing sediment quality studies. He has prepared numerous
sampling and testing plans to gain Army Corps of Engineers and Environmental Protection Agency
approval on sediment testing programs, and was also responsible for data analysis, report preparation,
and acting as a liaison between the client and resource agencies during the dredged material disposal
permit process. He has also been involved in numerous site investigation/remedial investigation
programs. In particular, Mr. Honma was Field Manager for a six month long screening ecological risk
assessment study at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. This project included collection of marine sediment, tissue,
and seawater samples. Sediment samples were collected, using a modified Van Veen grab at over 220
sample locations for chemical, particle size, and toxicity analyses. Tissue samples included benthic
infauna, epifauna, and fishes, which were also collected for chemical analyses. Mr. Honma was
responsible for all aspects of sample collection, including Health and Safety Procedures as outlined under
CERCLA.
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Mr. Honma has been involved in ecological studies identifying the impacts of dredging and construction
activities to resident biota including fish, invertebrate, and eelgrass populations of ports and harbors, and
in determining potential impacts of beach nourishment projects to nearshore fisheries, kelp, and seagrass
populations. He has managed and conducted numerous studies on fish and epibenthic communities,
investigating temporal changes in these communities as they relate to El Niño episodes and thermal
discharge; characterized the fauna and flora associated with natural and artificial reefs in the Southern
California Bight, examining the physical and biological factors that affect the development of giant kelp,
Macrocystis pyrifera communities, and reef designs suitable for the establishment of a giant kelp
community. He has also utilized a variety of remote sensing applications to conduct habitat mapping in
support of various projects, such as outfall feasibility studies at Naval Facilities at San Clemente and San
Nicolas Islands. Mr. Honma is currently developing a GIS-based modeling approach to assess impacts
from proposed beach nourishment operations on sensitive nearshore resources, including high- and low-
relief surfgrass and algal vegetated reefs. Using a mix of multi-beam bathymetry, sidescan, multi-
spectral aerial photography, and LIDAR, Mr. Honma is creating 4D modeled sediment depositional
isopacts to estimate impacts to these resources and changes over time. Data are being analyzed to
account for natural variation in annual sediment transport by incorporating empirical coastal profile data
into the methodology.
Mr. Honma has prepared numerous Water Quality, Marine Resource, and Fish sections to comply with
CEQA or NEPA requirements, as well as technical reports. In addition, he has prepared numerous
Essential Fish Habitat Assessments (EFHA) in accordance with the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery
Management and Conservation Act, several of which have required consultation with National Marine
Fisheries Service. Several examples of large-scale EFHAs prepared by Mr. Honma include those to
support EIS/OEISs for the Marianas Range Complex, Hawaii Range Complex, Gulf of Alaska Training
Area, and Silver Strand Training Complex. He is well versed in experimental design and uses his
knowledge of statistics to design and analyze data from environmental investigations. He has worked
extensively using SCUBA, identifying and enumerating fishes, invertebrates, and algae. He is also
experienced in the use of a wide range of other sampling equipment, including single- and multi-beam
sonar, side-scan sonar, multi-spectral photography, otter trawls, traps, beach seines, box cores, van Veen
grabs, water quality sampling equipment, and navigational equipment. Additionally, he is an OSHA-
trained health and safety supervisor and familiar with chain-of-custody requirements and procedures
associated with collection of potentially hazardous sediments.
EDUCATION
MS, Marine Sciences, San Francisco State University, Moss Landing Marine Laboratories
BS, Wildlife and Fisheries Biology, University of California, Davis
MEMBERSHIPS AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
American Red Cross: Standard First Aid and CPR
NAUI Divemaster and Rescue Certified SCUBA Diver
Divers Alert Network
Western Dredging Association
Western Society of Naturalists
Southern California Academy of Sciences
OSHA Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Training (§ 1910.120) - Initial Training:
September 16, 1994
OSHA Hazardous Waste Worker Supervisor Training
Department of Transportation HM 126F Training
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