Agenda — Ceres City Council, July 14, 2025 (part 6 of 11)

ITEM 9
Local Assistance Procedures Manual EXHIBIT 10-H2
Cost Proposal
Note: Mark-ups are Not Allowed
Consultant Kleinfelder, Inc Prime Consultant Subconsultant 2nd Tier Subconsultant Project No. Contract No. Participation Amount TBD Date 5/30/2025 + GENERAL & ADMINISTRATIVE % = COMBINED ICR%
For Combined Rate + =
Fee =
Actual or Avg % or $
Straight OT(1.5x) OT(2x) From To Hourly Rate increase

BILLING INFORMATION
Hourly Range -
for Classifications Only

CALCULATION INFORMATION
Name/Job Title/Classification Hourly Billing Rates Effective date of hourly rate

90.81% 147.11%

10.00%
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SPECIFIC RATE OF COMPENSATION (USE FOR ON-CALL OR AS-NEEDED CONTRACTS) (CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND INSPECTION CONTRACTS)
FRINGE BENEFIT %

56.30%
TBD
X
257.47$ 386.20$ 514.94$ 1/1/2028 12/31/2028 94.72$ 3.00% 265.19$ 397.78$ 530.38$ 1/1/2029 12/31/2029 97.56$ 3.00% Technician/Inspector Group 4** 225.64$ 338.46$ 451.28$ 8/1/2025 12/31/2025 83.01$ - Inspection and Materials Testing 225.64$ 338.46$ 451.28$ 1/1/2026 12/31/2026 83.01$ 0.00% Not Applicable Non-Exempt (Prevailing Wage - Group 4) 232.41$ 348.61$ 464.81$ 1/1/2027 12/31/2027 85.50$ 3.00% 239.39$ 359.09$ 478.79$ 1/1/2028 12/31/2028 88.07$ 3.00% 246.57$ 369.85$ 493.14$ 1/1/2029 12/31/2029 90.71$ 3.00% Lab Supervisor 135.10$ N/A N/A 8/1/2025 12/31/2025 49.70$ - Lab Supervisor 135.10$ N/A N/A 1/1/2026 12/31/2026 49.70$ 0.00% Not Applicable Exempt 139.15$ N/A N/A 1/1/2027 12/31/2027 51.19$ 3.00% 143.33$ N/A N/A 1/1/2028 12/31/2028 52.73$ 3.00%
147.63$ N/A N/A 1/1/2029 12/31/2029 54.31$ 3.00%
Special Inspector II 108.62$ 162.93$ 217.24$ 8/1/2025 12/31/2025 39.96$ - Special Inspector II 108.62$ 162.93$ 217.24$ 1/1/2026 12/31/2026 39.96$ 0.00% $39 / $41 Non-Exempt 111.88$ 167.82$ 223.76$ 1/1/2027 12/31/2027 41.16$ 3.00% 115.22$ 172.84$ 230.45$ 1/1/2028 12/31/2028 42.39$ 3.00% 118.68$ 178.02$ 237.35$ 1/1/2029 12/31/2029 43.66$ 3.00% Technician IV 104.19$ 156.28$ 208.38$ 8/1/2025 12/31/2025 38.33$ - Technician IV 104.19$ 156.28$ 208.38$ 1/1/2026 12/31/2026 38.33$ 0.00% Not Applicable Non-Exempt 107.31$ 160.97$ 214.63$ 1/1/2027 12/31/2027 39.48$ 3.00% 110.52$ 165.78$ 221.04$ 1/1/2028 12/31/2028 40.66$ 3.00% 113.84$ 170.76$ 227.68$ 1/1/2029 12/31/2029 41.88$ 3.00% Technician III 97.04$ 145.56$ 194.08$ 8/1/2025 12/31/2025 35.70$ - Technician III 97.04$ 145.56$ 194.08$ 1/1/2026 12/31/2026 35.70$ 0.00% $35 / $40 Non-Exempt 99.95$ 149.92$ 199.90$ 1/1/2027 12/31/2027 36.77$ 3.00% 102.94$ 154.41$ 205.88$ 1/1/2028 12/31/2028 37.87$ 3.00% 106.04$ 159.06$ 212.07$ 1/1/2029 12/31/2029 39.01$ 3.00% Alma Jimenez 115.36$ N/A N/A 8/1/2025 12/31/2025 42.44$ - Project Controls Professional 115.36$ N/A N/A 1/1/2026 12/31/2026 42.44$ 0.00% Not Applicable Exempt 118.81$ N/A N/A 1/1/2027 12/31/2027 43.71$ 3.00%

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BILLING INFORMATION
Hourly Range -
for Classifications Only

CALCULATION INFORMATION
Name/Job Title/Classification Hourly Billing Rates Effective date of hourly rate

90.81% 147.11%

10.00%
EXHIBIT 10-H2 COST PROPOSAL Page 1 of 3

SPECIFIC RATE OF COMPENSATION (USE FOR ON-CALL OR AS-NEEDED CONTRACTS) (CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND INSPECTION CONTRACTS)
FRINGE BENEFIT %

56.30%
TBD
X
122.37$ N/A N/A 1/1/2028 12/31/2028 45.02$ 3.00%
126.04$ N/A N/A 1/1/2029 12/31/2029 46.37$ 3.00%
Margarita "Maggie" Medina 82.31$ 123.46$ 164.61$ 8/1/2025 12/31/2025 30.28$ - Project Administrator 82.31$ 123.46$ 164.61$ 1/1/2026 12/31/2026 30.28$ 0.00% Not Applicable Non-Exempt 84.78$ 127.17$ 169.56$ 1/1/2027 12/31/2027 31.19$ 3.00%

87.34$ 131.00$ 174.67$ 1/1/2028 12/31/2028 32.13$ 3.00%

89.95$ 134.92$ 179.89$ 1/1/2029 12/31/2029 33.09$ 3.00% NOTES:

1. Key personnel must be marked with an asterisk (*) and employees that are subject to prevailing wage requirements must be marked with two asterisks (**). All costs must comply with the Federal cost principles. Subconsultants will provide their own cost proposals

2. The cost proposal format shall not be amended.

3. Billing rate = actual hourly rate * (1+ ICR) * (1+ Fee). Indirect cost rates shall be updated on an annual basis in accordance with the consultant’s annual accounting period and established by a cognizant agency or accepted by Caltrans. All costs must comply with the Federal cost principles for reimbursement.

4. For named employees and key personnel enter the actual hourly rate. For classifications only, enter the Average Hourly Rate for that classification.

5. The escalation rate for employees that are subject to prevailing wage marked with two asterisks (**) is assumed to be 3%, the actual escalation rate will be based on the State Department of Industrial Relations determinations.

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ITEM 9
Local Assistance Procedures Manual EXHIBIT 10-H2
Cost Proposal
Consultant Kleinfelder, Inc Prime Consultant Subconsultant Project No. Contract No. Date 5/30/2025
Quantity Unit Unit Cost
per IRS rate
per attached Fee Schedule
per attached Fee Schedule
at cost
at cost
per attached Fee Schedule
EXHIBIT 10-H2 COST PROPOSAL Page 2 of 3

SPECIFIC RATE OF COMPENSATION (USE FOR ON-CALL OR AS-NEEDED CONTRACTS) (CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND INSPECTION CONTRACTS)

SCHEDULE OF OTHER DIRECT COST ITEMS
Plan Sheets / Reproduction / Copies
TotalDescription of Item
Mileage Costs
TBD
Equipment Rental and Supplies
Specialized Equipment and Supplies
Permit Fees
Subconsultant 1:

Subconsultant 8:

Subconsultant 2:

Subconsultant 3:

Subconsultant 4:

Subconsultant 9:

Subconsultant 10:

Laboratory Tests
Subconsultant 5:

Subconsultant 6:

Subconsultant 7:

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ITEM 9
Certification of Direct Costs
1 Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
2 Terms and conditions of the contract
3 Title 23 United States Code Section 112 - Letting of Contracts 4 48 Code of Federal Regulations Part 31 - Contract Cost Principles and Procedures 5 23 Code of Federal Regulations Part 172 - Procurement, Management, and Administration of 6 Prime Consultant or Suconsultant Certifying:

Name: Title*:

Signature:

Email:

Address:

List services the consultant is providing under this proposed contract:

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September 2020
[email protected]
Phone Number: 916-612-6536
2001 Arch-Airport Road, Suite 100, Stockton CA 95206
*An individual executive or financial officer of the consultant’s or subconsultant’s organization at a level no lower than a Vice President or a Chief Financial Officer, or equivalent, who has authority to represent the financial information utilized to establish the cost proposal for the contract.

Geotechnical Engineering and Construction Observation and Materials Testing Services All costs must be applied consistently and fairly to all contracts. All documentation of compliance must be retained in the project files and be in compliance with applicable federal and state requirements. Costs that are noncompliant with the federal and state requirements are not eligible for reimbursement.

Local governments are responsible for applying only cognizant agency approved or Caltrans accepted Indirect Cost Rate(s).

Mark Connelly Area Manager
Date of Certification (mm/dd/yyyy):
48 Code of Federal Regulations Part 9904 - Cost Accounting Standards Board (when applicable) Local Assistance Procedures Manual EXHIBIT 10-H1
Cost Proposal
EXHIBIT 10-H1 COST PROPOSAL (Page 3 of 3)
I, the undersigned, certify to the best of my knowledge and belief that all direct costs identified on the cost proposal(s) in this contract are actual, reasonable, allowable, and allocable to the contract in accordance with the contract terms and the following requirements:
5/30/25
ITEM 9
KLEINFELDER, INC – NorCal Pacific Area, Geo Services
2025 RATE SCHEDULE
Developed for: Geotechnical Engineering and Construction Observation and Materials Testing Services – City of Ceres
Kleinfelder Fee Schedule 2025_NCP_Geo Revised 12/2024
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PROFESSIONAL STAFF RATES
Professional* ................................................................................................................................ $ 152/ hour Staff Professional I* ...................................................................................................................... $ 173/ hour Staff Professional II* ..................................................................................................................... $ 184/ hour Project Professional ...................................................................................................................... $ 210/ hour Senior Professional ....................................................................................................................... $ 218/ hour Principal Professional ................................................................................................................... $ 257/ hour Senior Principal Professional ........................................................................................................ $ 314/ hour Project Manager I ........................................................................................................................ $ 200/ hour Project Manager II/Materials Manager ........................................................................................ $ 220/ hour Senior Project Manager ............................................................................................................... $ 263/ hour Program Manager ........................................................................................................................ $ 268/ hour Senior Program Manager ............................................................................................................. $ 300/ hour GIS/Designer/Drafter* .................................................................................................................. $ 122/ hour Senior GIS/Designer/Drafter ........................................................................................................ $ 166/ hour Project Controls Professional* ..................................................................................................... $ 137/ hour Senior Project Controls Professional ............................................................................................ $ 210/ hour Project Administrator* ................................................................................................................ $ 115/ hour

TECHNICIAN NON-PREVAILING WAGE (OFF-SITE) RATES
Technician * - ACI/Soils/Asphalt Testing & Observation .............................................................. $ 115/ hour Special Inspector* - ICC Certified Structural Inspector (Masonry, Shotcrete and PT Slab Services, Reinforced Concrete, High Strength Bolting, and Floor Flatness) .......................................... $ 126/ hour
Special Inspector* - CWI/NDT/NACE (Welding, NDT, NACE) ....................................................... $ 152/ hour

PREVAILING WAGE (ON-SITE AND TRAVEL) RATES
Group 1^* (Lead Insp - NC 63-3-9-2024-1) .................................................................................. $ 237/ hour Group 2^* (Bldg Inspector - NC 63-3-9-2024-1) .......................................................................... $ 231/ hour Group 3^* (Soils - NC 63-3-9-2024-1) .......................................................................................... $ 210/ hour Group 4^* (Concrete - NC 63-3-9-2024-1) .................................................................................. $ 195/ hour  Public works projects or projects receiving public funds may be subject to Prevailing Wage laws. The above rates marked ^ do apply to NC 63-3-9-2024-1 prevailing wages. Group 3 Soils rate may be used for any professional staff handling soil during pre-construction, construction, or demolition activities in accordance with California AB1768. Second shift rates (not shown) apply to any work starting after 2pm and before 4am and will incur a separate rate in accordance with California DIR.  Travel time will be charged at the prevailing wage rate, as required per the determination and the Public Works Manual Section 4.1.5.
 PW rates will be charged, including retroactively, for the covered scope items if the DIR directs that this is covered work at any time during the life of this agreement, or thereafter.

ITEM 9
KLEINFELDER, INC – NorCal Pacific Area, Geo Services
2025 RATE SCHEDULE
Developed for: Geotechnical Engineering and Construction Observation and Materials Testing Services – City of Ceres
Kleinfelder Fee Schedule 2025_NCP_Geo Revised 12/2024
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 Hourly rates assume that other direct costs will be billed and reimbursed by the client. Kleinfelder reserves the right to adjust the rate schedule on projects where other direct costs are not reimbursed.

Geotechnical and Materials Laboratory Testing Rates are in accordance with Fee Schedule (attached) Subcontractor Fees and Other Direct Costs to be reimbursed at cost plus 10%.

Travel related expenses to be reimbursed at cost.

Mileage to be billed at current IRS rate.
*Time worked in excess of 8 hours per day and weekend/holiday work will be charged at 1.5X the hourly rate shown above. Overtime applies to (*) rates only.

Hourly rates shall be escalated annually on January 1 of each calendar year, starting 12/31/2026. Labor Escalation Rate to be 3%.

ITEM 9
2024 KLEINFELDER FEE SCHEDULE FOR
GEOTECHNICAL and MATERIALS LABORATORY TESTING SERVICES
†Common ASTM, AASHTO and DOT test methods.
• Those beginning with A, B, C, D, E, F, or G are ASTM methods. • Those beginning with T are AASHTO methods.

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SOIL TESTS

SOIL DENSITY TESTS
Test Standard Test Method† Fee
Standard Proctor D698, T99 $ 305 each
Modified Proctor D1557, T180 $ 305 each
Rapid Determination of Compaction* D5080 $ 250 each
1-Point Proctor, Check Point T272 $ 180 each
Proctor Oversize Correction D4718 $ 95 each
Treated Soil Proctor D558 $ 400 each
Minimum and Maximum Relative Density D4254, D4253 $ 535 each Maximum Density by Vibratory Hammer D7382 $ 695 each
Moisture/Density, TEX 113-E TEX113-E $ 345 each
Moisture/Density, TEX 114-E TEX114-E $ 345 each
California Impact, CT 216 CT216 $ 285 each
*Field Test

SOIL CLASSIFICATION AND INDEX TESTS
Test Standard Test Method† Fee
Visual Classification D2488 $ 37 each
Sieve Analysis, % Finer than No. 200 Sieve D1140 $ 115 each Sieve Analysis, Fine D422, D6913, T88 $ 165 each
Sieve Analysis, Coarse D422, D6913, T88 $ 165 each
Sieve Analysis, Coarse and Fine D422, D6913, T88 $ 210 each Hydrometer Analysis (Requires a Sieve Analysis, not included) D422, D7928 $ 230 each Water Content D2216, D4363, T265 $ 32 each
Water Content and Dry Unit Weight D2216, D2937, D7263 $ 58 each Atterberg Limits, Single Point D4318-B, T89, T90 $ 150 each Atterberg Limits, Multiple Point D4318-A, T89, T90 $ 230 each Soil Specific Gravity D854, T100 $ 285 each
Soil Organic Content D2974-C $ 160 each
Fiber Content of Peat Soils D1997 $ 335 each
Pinhole Dispersion Classification D4647 $ 660 each
Soil pH D4972, G51 $ 74 each
Double Hydrometer for Dispersive Soils D4221 $ 345 each Crumb Test for Dispersive Soils D6572 $ 110 each
Soil Resistivity G187 $ 200 each
Chloride Content $ 89 each
Sulfate Content $ 74 each
Thermal Resistivity, Per Point D5334, IEEE 422 $ 410 each Thermal Resistivity, Dry-Out Curve D5334, IEEE 422 $ 1,195 each Methylene Blue C837 $ 290 each
ITEM 9
2024 KLEINFELDER FEE SCHEDULE FOR
GEOTECHNICAL and MATERIALS LABORATORY TESTING SERVICES
†Common ASTM, AASHTO and DOT test methods.
• Those beginning with A, B, C, D, E, F, or G are ASTM methods. • Those beginning with T are AASHTO methods.

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SOIL TESTS (continued)

SOIL BEARING PRESSURE TESTS
Test Standard Test Method† Fee
California Bearing Ratio, Single Point (proctor not included) D1883, T193 $ 440 each California Bearing Ratio, 3 Points (proctor not included) D1883, T193 $ 820 each Resistance R-Value D2844 $ 410 each
Resistance R-Value of Treated Material D2844 $ 475 each Rock Correction for R-Value D2844 $ 105 each
Stabilized Soil UC Strength, 1 Point (proctor not included) D1633, D5102 $ 220 each Stabilized Soil UC Strength, Set of 3 D1633, D5102 $ 1,195 each CT373, 1 Lime Content, w/o Opt. Moist. CT373 $ 210 each CT373, 1 Lime Content CT373 $ 460 each
CT373, 3 Lime Contents CT373 $ 1,385 each
Eades and Grim Test (Opt. Lime Content) C977 $ 245 each Resilient Modulus T307 $ 600 each
CTB Strength, Individual Specimen $ 230 each
CTB Strength, Set of 3, Without Design $ 525 each
CTB Complete Mix Design $ Inquire each

SOIL STRENGTH AND PERMEABILITY TESTS
Test Standard Test Method† Fee
Pocket Penetration Value $ 37 each
Unconfined Compressive Strength D2166, T208 $ 180 each
Direct Shear, 1 Point D3080, T236 $ 190 each
Direct Shear, 3 Points D3080, T236 $ 495 each
Direct Shear, Residual Strength, Each Point D3080-Modified $ 315 each Consolidation without Time Rate Plots D2435-Modified $ 430 each Consolidation with 2 Time Rate Plots D2435-A, T216-A $ 565 each Consolidation, All Loads with Time Rates D2435-B, T216-B $ 800 each Collapse Potential D5333 $ 315 each
One Dimensional Swell – Wetting After Loading, Series D4546-A $ 380 each One Dimensional Swell – Wetting After Loading D4546-B $ 220 each One Dimensional Swell – Loading After Wetting D4546-C $ 600 each Expansion Index D4829 $ 245 each
Denver Swell Test $ 220 each
Permeability, Rigid Wall D2434 $ 565 each
Permeability, Flexible Wall D5084-C $ 495 each
Triaxial Compression, CU, 1 Point D4767, T297 $ 630 each Triaxial Compression, CU, 3 Points D4767, T297 $ 1,560 each Triaxial Compression, UU, 1 Point D2850, T296 $ 265 each Triaxial Compression, UU, 3 Points D2850, T296 $ 800 each Triaxial Compression, UU Saturated, 1 Point D2850-Modified $ 380 each Triaxial Test, TEX117E, Part I TEX117E $ 2,250 each
Triaxial Test, TEX117E, Part II TEX117E $ 2,250 each
Vane Shear – Motorized D4648 $ 100 each
ITEM 9
2024 KLEINFELDER FEE SCHEDULE FOR
GEOTECHNICAL and MATERIALS LABORATORY TESTING SERVICES
†Common ASTM, AASHTO and DOT test methods.
• Those beginning with A, B, C, D, E, F, or G are ASTM methods. • Those beginning with T are AASHTO methods.

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ROCK TESTS
Test Standard Test Method† Fee
Rock Sample Preparation D4543 $ 150 each
Rock Mohs Hardness IRSM $ 100 each
Rock Point Load Index, per Point* D5731 $ 68 each
Rock Slake Durability D4644 $ 250 each
Rock Splitting Tensile/Brazilian, per Point* D3967 $ 125 each Rock Direct Tensile D2936 $ 250 each
Rock Unconfined Compression D7012-C $ 315 each
Above testing fees include routine sample preparation (end grinding) and sample photographs. *Point load and splitting tensile test fees are per break, not per set of ten.

AGGREGATE TESTS
Test Standard Test Method† Fee
ASR Reactivity, Long Method C227, C1293 $ 2,135 each
ASR Reactivity, Short Method C1260, C1567 $ 1,195 each
Cleanness Value CT227 $ 210 each
Clay Lumps and Friable Particles, per size *(see note below) C142, T112 $ 130 each Coarse Specific Gravity & Absorption C127, T85 $ 125 each Fine Specific Gravity & Absorption C128, T84 $ 185 each Coarse Durability D3744, T210 $ 190 each
Fine Durability D3744, T210 $ 190 each
Flat and Elongated Particles, per size *(see note below) D4791 $ 120 each Fractured Faces, per size *(see note below) D5821, T335 $ 130 each Lightweight Pieces (Per specific gravity of heavy liquid) C123, T113 $ 370 each Los Angeles Abrasion, Large Aggregate C535 $ 250 each
Los Angeles Abrasion, Small Aggregate C131, T96 $ 250 each Mortar Sand Strength C87, CT515 $ 820 each
Organic Impurities C40, T21 $ 125 each
Sand Equivalent D2419, T176 $ 190 each
Sieve Analysis, % Finer than No. 200 Sieve C117, T11 $ 115 each Sieve Analysis, Fine C136, T27 $ 165 each
Sieve Analysis, Coarse C136, T27 $ 165 each
Sieve Analysis, Coarse and Fine C136, T27 $ 210 each
Soundness of Aggregate, per size *(see note below) C88, T104 $ 190 each Unit Weight C29, T19 $ 84 each
Water Content D2216, C566, T255 $ 32 each
Texas Wet Ball Mill TEX116E $ 380 each
Decantation Wash TEX406A $ 115 each
Uncompacted Void Content of Fine Aggregate C1252, T304 $ 180 each *Tests are billed by each size fraction tested. The quantity of fractions tested is dependent on the sample gradation and test method.

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FILTER MEDIA TESTS
Test Standard Test Method† Fee
Filter Media, Sieve Analysis (includes d10, d60, es, cu) AWWA B100 $ 230 each Filter Media, Mohs Hardness AWWA B100 $ 230 each
Acid Solubility AWWA B100 $ 230 each

CONCRETE TESTS
Test Standard Test Method† Fee
Concrete Compression C39 $ 42 each
Concrete Core Compression C42 $ 105 each
Concrete Flexural Strength C78 $ 130 each
Hydraulic Cement Mortar Compression C109 (field cast) $ 42 each Concrete Drying Shrinkage, set of 3* C157 $ 640 Each
Concrete Core Thickness C174 $ 58 each
Concrete Laboratory Trial Batch** C192 $ 1,750 each
Concrete Time of Set by Penetration Resistance C403, C191 $ 2,400 each Concrete Modulus of Elasticity C469 $ 600 each
Concrete Splitting Tensile Strength C496 $ 175 each
Concrete Absorption C497, C642 $ 200 each
Concrete Cylinder Unit Weight C567 $ 200 each
Non-Shrink Grout Compression C1107, C579 $ 42 each
Shotcrete Compression C1140, C1604 $ 89 each
Shotcrete Core Grading ACI 506.3 $ 150 each
Concrete Paving Slab Modulus of Rupture C1782 $ 945 each Concrete Direct Tensile D2936, CRD C164 $ 525 each
CLSM Compression D4832 $ 58 each
*For sets greater than 3, add $100 per prism
**Includes up to 9 cylinders or 9 flex beams, additional cylinders, beams, or shrinkage prisms charged at individual unit rates

ROLLER COMPACTED CONCRETE TESTS
Test Standard Test Method† Fee
RCC Compression C1435/C39 $ 68 each
RCC Air Content C1849 $ 125 each
RCC Unit Weight C1849 $ 125 each
RCC Consistency and Density (VeBe) C1170 $ 1,680 each
RCC Accelerated Cure C1768 - modified $ 790 each
RCC Trial Batch ACI 211.1 $ inquire each
ITEM 9
2024 KLEINFELDER FEE SCHEDULE FOR
GEOTECHNICAL and MATERIALS LABORATORY TESTING SERVICES
†Common ASTM, AASHTO and DOT test methods.
• Those beginning with A, B, C, D, E, F, or G are ASTM methods. • Those beginning with T are AASHTO methods.

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MASONRY TESTS
Test Standard Test Method† Fee
Masonry Grout Compression C1019, C942 $ 42 each
Masonry Mortar Compression C270, C780 $ 42 each
Masonry Core Compression and Shear CA DSA $ 210 each
Masonry Prism Compression C1314 $ 160 each
CMU Absorption and Received Moisture C140 $ 125 each
CMU Compression C140 $ 130 each
CMU Dimension Verification C140 $ 60 each
CMU Lineal Shrinkage C426 $ 350 each

ASPHALT TESTS

MIX PROPERTY TESTS
Test Standard Test Method† Fee
Air Voids Determination (calculation only) D3203, AI-MS-2 $ 68 each VMA Determination (calculation only) AI-MS-2, CT-LP-2 $ 68 each VFA Determination (calculation only) AI-MS-2, CT-LP-2 $ 68 each Volumetric Properties (calculation only) AI-MS-2, CT-LP-2 $ 68 each AC Moisture Content T329 $ 85 each
Gradation of Extracted Aggregate D5444 $ 160 each
AC Content by Extraction D2172 $ 375 each
AC Content by Ignition Oven D6307, T308 $ 200 each
AC Ignition Oven Calibration (determination of mix correction) D6307 $ 440 each Hveem Stability D1560 $ 440 each
Hveem Stability without Compaction D1560 $ 230 each
Marshall Stability and Flow (does not include compaction) D6927 $ 220 each

DESIGN AND DENSITY TESTS
Test Standard Test Method† Fee
AC Core Thickness D3549 $ 45 each
AC Core Unit Weight & Thickness D1188, D2726, D3549 $ 68 each Unit Weight, Gyratory Method D6925, T312 $ 400 each
Unit Weight, Hveem Method D1561 $ 390 each
Unit Weight, Marshall Method D6926 $ 285 each
Maximum Theoretical Specific Gravity D2041 $ 210 each
Moisture Induced Damage T283 $ 1,695 each
Hamburg Wheel Track, Set of 2 T324 $ 1,270 each
Index of Retained Strength D1075 $ 1,445 each
Indirect Tensile Strength (does not include compaction) D6931 $ 1,050 set/3 Indirect Tensile Strength of Cored Specimen D6931 $ 440 each Caltrans Tensile Strength Ratio CT371 $ 2,310 each
Caltrans Optimum Bitumen Content OGFC CT368 $ 2,135 each Film Stripping CT302 $ 190 each
Mix Design, Hveem Method CT367 $ Inquire each
ITEM 9
2024 KLEINFELDER FEE SCHEDULE FOR
GEOTECHNICAL and MATERIALS LABORATORY TESTING SERVICES
†Common ASTM, AASHTO and DOT test methods.
• Those beginning with A, B, C, D, E, F, or G are ASTM methods. • Those beginning with T are AASHTO methods.

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Mix Design, Marshall Method AI-MS-2 $ Inquire each
Mix Design, Superpave Method AI-MS-2 $ Inquire each

EMULSION TESTS

EMULSION TESTS
Test Standard Test Method† Fee
Emulsion Settlement D6930, T59 $ 295 each
Emulsion Sieve Test D6933, T59 $ 130 each
Emulsion Storage Stability D6930, T59 $ 230 each
Emulsion Torsional Recovery CT332 $ 200 each
Particle Charge D7402, T59 $ 130 each
Residue by Evaporation D6934, T59 $ 145 each
Saybolt Viscosity D7946, T59 $ 200 each
Slurry Seal Wet Track Abrasion D3910, ISSA TB100 $ 440 each

METAL TESTS

BOLT TESTS
Test Standard Test Method† Fee
Bolt Assembly Suite (Bolt, Nut, Washer) * F606 $ 300 each Bolt Hardness E18 $ 40 each
Bolt Proof Load F606 $ 60 each
Bolt Wedge Tensile F606 $ 65 each
Nut Hardness E18 $ 40 each
Nut Proof Load F606 $ 60 each
Washer Hardness E18 $ 40 each
*An 'assembly' is one bolt, one nut and one washer. The suite consists of a bolt wedge tensile test, bolt and nut proof load tests, and hardness tests on all three pieces.

REINFORCING BAR TESTS
Test Standard Test Method† Fee
Bend A370, E290 $ 60 each
Rebar Tensile, up to No. 11 A370, E8 $ 120 each
Rebar Tensile, No. 14 and No. 18 A370, E8 $ 300 each
Rebar Coupler Slip A370, A1034, CT670 $ 225 each
Rebar Coupler Tensile, up to No. 11 A370, A1034, CT670 $ 150 each Rebar Coupler Tensile, No. 14 and No. 18 A370, A1034, CT670 $ 350 each Headed Rebar Tensile, up to No. 11 A370, A970 $ 150 each Headed Rebar Tensile, No. 14 and No. 18 A370, A970 $ 350 each Modulus of Elasticity* A370 $ 300 Each
Epoxy Coating Thickness A775, A934 $ 130 each
Epoxy Coating Continuity – Holiday Test A775, A934 $ 130 each Epoxy Flexibility - Bending A775, A934 $ 130 each
*Machined specimens only, in addition to the tensile fee.

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METAL TESTS
Test Standard Test Method† Fee
PT Strand Tensile A370, A1061 $ 255 each
Anchor Bolt Tensile, up to 1.5” dia. F1554 $ 190 each
Anchor Bolt Tensile, greater than 1.5” dia. F1554 $ 350 each Reduced Section Tensile* A370 $ 250 each
Rockwell Hardness E18 $ 40 each
Macroetch E381 $ 500 each
Charpy Impact, Set of 3 ** A370, A673 $ 1,000 each
Galvanization Thickness B499, E376 $ 35 each
Fireproofing Density E605 $ 115 each
*Machining test specimens is not included. Additional fees for stress-strain diagram. **Machining test specimens is not included. Additional fees will be assessed for testing at temperatures other than 40°F.

MISCELLANEOUS TESTS

MISCELLANEOUS TESTS
Test Standard Test Method† Fee
Tensile and Elastic Modulus Polymer Composite Materials D3039 $ 805 set/5

SAMPLE PREPARATION

SAMPLE PREPARATION
Test Standard Test Method† Fee
Sample Cutting and Trimming $ 42 each
Sample Preparation $ 75 each
Sample Remolding $ 100 each
Contamination Fee $ varies each
Sample Disposal Fee $ 10 each
ITEM 9

KLEINFELDER FEE SCHEDULE FOR

GEOTECHNICAL / MATERIALS TESTING EQUIPMENT
†Examples of common test methods. Other methods may exist.

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Revised 5/2025

EQUIPMENT CHARGES

MATERIALS TESTING EQUIPMENT
Equipment Invoice Name Test Method† Price
Anchor Bolt Testing Device ANCHOR BOLT TST/DAY $150.00 / day Brinell Hardness Tester BRINELL HARDNESS/DAY E10 $20.00 /day Concrete Rebound (Schmidt) Hammer SCHMIDT HAMMER/DAY C805 $55.00 / day Concrete Vapor Emission Test Kit MOIST FLOOR/SLAB TST F1869 $30.00 / kit Coring Machine CORING MACHINE /DAY $85.00 /day
Coring Machine with Generator CORING MCH W/GEN DAY $165.00 / day Diamond Bit Core Barrel Charge
3" Diameter CORING, 3” DIAM./IN $3.30 / inch
4" Diameter CORING, 4” DIAM./IN $4.40 / inch
6" Diameter CORING, 6” DIAM./IN $6.60 / inch
Digital Thickness Gauge THICKNESS GAUGE /DAY $50.00 /day FerroScan Equipment FERROSCAN EQUIPMENT $275.00 /day
Floor Flatness Testing Device (Per Sq Ft) FLOOR FLATNESS /SF E1155 $0.10 /sq ft Floor Flatness Testing Device (Per Test) FLOOR FLATNESS TST E1155 $150.00 / day Hand Auger and Soil Sampler HAND AUGER/DAY $75.00 /day
Magnetic Particle Testing Device MAGNETIC PARTICLE ASNT, AWS B1.1 $45.00 /day Skidmore Bolt Tension Calibrator SKID WILH BOLT/DAY A325, A490 $55.00 / day Torque Wrench, up to 1,000 foot-pounds TORQUE WRENCH/DAY A325, A490 $50.00 / day Ultrasonic Testing Device UT TESTING EQUIP/DAY ASNT, AWS B1.1 $75.00 /day

VEHICLES
Description Invoice Name Price
Mileage (Per Mile) MILEAGE $0.70 / mile

OFFICE EQUIPMENT
Description Invoice Name Price
Reproduction (Per Page) REPRODUCTION/PAGE $0.65 / page
Report Surcharge (Per Copy) REPORT (PER COPY) $44.00 / each Bond Cost for CADD (Per Square Foot) CADD – BOND $0.60 / sq ft CADD Workstation (Per Hour) CADD WORKSTATION /HR $15.75 / hour ITEM 9
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Consultant
Project No. Contract No. TBD TBD Date
For Combined Rate 81.17% + 97.32% =
For Home Office Rate 0.00% + 0.00% =
For Field Office Rate 0.00% + 0.00% =
=
Actual or Avg. % or $
Straight3
OT(1.5x) OT(2x) From To Hourly Rate4 Increase
244.46$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 79.80$
251.79$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 82.19$ 3.00% 259.35$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 84.66$ 3.00% 267.13$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 87.20$ 3.00% 209.17$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 68.28$
215.44$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 70.33$ 3.00% 221.91$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 72.44$ 3.00% 228.56$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 74.61$ 3.00% 138.59$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 45.24$
142.75$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 46.60$ 3.00% 147.03$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 48.00$ 3.00% 151.44$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 49.43$ 3.00% 103.17$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 33.68$
106.27$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 34.69$ 3.00% 109.46$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 35.73$ 3.00% 112.74$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 36.80$ 3.00% Olivia Wreden, Grade 2
Not Applicable
OR
General & Administrative %

0.00%

0.00%
10%
Fringe Benefit %
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SPECIFIC RATE OF COMPENSATION (USE FOR ON-CALL OR AS-NEEDED CONTRACTS) (CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND INSPECTION CONTRACTS)
Note: Mark-ups are Not Allowed
GEI Consultants, Inc.

Ceres On-Call Engineering
& Surveying Participation Amount $
for Classifications Only
Not Applicable
Fee
Kelly Fitzgerald-Holland, Lead
Biologial Resoures
Name/Job Title/Classification¹ Hourly Billing Rates2 Effective Date of Hourly Rate

BILLING INFORMATION CALCULATION INFORMATION
Hourly Range -
Cost Proposal
5/21/2025
178.49%
Combined Indirect Cost Rate (ICR) %
Leslie Parker, Grade 6
Not Applicable
Hannah Dunn, Grade 4
Not Applicable
Prime Consultant
Subconsultant
2nd Tier Subconsultant
LPP 15-01 January 2020
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206.84$ N/A N/A N 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 67.52$ 213.05$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 69.55$ 3.00% 219.44$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 71.63$ 3.00% 226.02$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 73.78$ 3.00% 110.53$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 36.08$
113.84$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 37.16$ 3.00% 117.26$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 38.28$ 3.00% 120.78$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 39.43$ 3.00% 194.34$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 63.44$
200.17$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 65.34$ 3.00% 206.18$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 67.30$ 3.00% 212.36$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 69.32$ 3.00% 261.12$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 85.24$
268.96$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 87.80$ 3.00% 277.03$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 90.43$ 3.00% 285.34$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 93.14$ 3.00% 184.17$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 60.12$
189.70$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 61.92$ 3.00% 195.39$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 63.78$ 3.00% 201.25$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 65.69$ 3.00% 172.90$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 56.44$
178.08$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 58.13$ 3.00% 183.43$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 59.88$ 3.00% 188.93$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 61.67$ 3.00% 239.19$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 78.08$
246.37$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 80.42$ 3.00% 253.76$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 82.84$ 3.00% 261.37$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 85.32$ 3.00% 145.82$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 47.60$
150.19$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 49.03$ 3.00% 154.70$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 50.50$ 3.00% 159.34$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 52.01$ 3.00% Ally Bosworth, Grade 5
Maggie Woodworth, Grade 2
Mark Ashenfelter , Grade 6
Not Applicable
Summer Pardo, Grade 7
Leticia Morris, Grade 5
Julie De Barros, Grade 5
Eric Htain, Grade 7
Devin Barry, Grade 4
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
LPP 15-01 January 2020
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100.23$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 32.72$
103.24$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 33.70$ 3. 00% 106.34$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 34.71$ 3. 00% 109.53$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 35.75$ 3. 00%

88.84$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 29.00$

91.50$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 29.87$ 3. 00%

94.25$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 30.77$ 3. 00%

97.08$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 31.69$ 3. 00%

91.90$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 30.00$

94.66$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 30.90$ 3. 00%

97.50$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 31.83$ 3. 00% 100.42$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 32.78$ 3. 00%

85.77$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 28.00$

88.35$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 28.84$ 3. 00%

91.00$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 29.71$ 3. 00%

93.73$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 30.60$ 3. 00% 107.22$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 35.00$
110.44$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 36.05$ 3. 00% 113.75$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 37.13$ 3. 00% 117.16$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 38.25$ 3. 00% NOTES:
(Add pages as necessary)

All costs must comply with the Federal cost principles for reimbursement.

4. For named employees and key personnel enter the actual hourly rate. For classifications only, enter the Average Hourly Rate for that classification.

2. The cost proposal format shall not be amended.

1. Key personnel must be marked with an asterisk (*) and employees that are subject to prevailing wage requirements must be marked with two asterisks (**).All costs must comply with the Federal cost principles. Subconsultants will provide their own cost proposals.

Grant Heath, Grade 1
Navdeep Sandhu, Grade 1
Adela Palominos, Grade 1
Lexi von Ehrenkrrok, Grade 1
Shreya Singh, Grade 1
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
LPP 15-01 January 2020
ITEM 9
Local Assistance Procedures Manual Exhibit 10-H2
Cost Proposal
Consultant
Project No. Contract No. Date 5/21/2025
Quantity Unit Unit Cost
TBD TBD Current IRS Rate
NOTES:

3. Items when incurred for the same purpose, in like circumstance, should not be included in any indirect cost pool or in the overhead rate.

4. Items such as special tooling, will be reimbursed at actual cost with supporting documentation (invoice).

5. Items listed above that would be considered "tools of the trade" are not reimbursable as other direct cost.

11. Subconsultants must provide their own cost proposals.

6. Travel related costs should be pre-approved by the contracting agency and shall not exceed current State Department of Personnel Administration rules.

7. If mileage is claimed, the rate should be properly supported by the consultant's calculation of their actual costs for company vehicles. In addition, the miles claimed should besupported by mileage logs.

8. If a consultant proposes rental costs for a vehicle, the company must demonstrate that this is its standard procedure for all of their contracts and that they do not own any vehiclesthat could be used for the same purpose.

9. The cost proposal format shall not be amended. All costs must comply with the Federal cost principles.

10. Add additional pages if necessary.

1. List other direct cost items with estimated costs. These costs should be competitive in their respective industries and supported with appropriate documentation.

2. Proposed ODC items should be consistently billed regardless of client and contract type.

Note: Add additional pages if necessary.

Total
Mileage Costs
Description of Item
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SPECIFIC RATE OF COMPENSATION (USE FOR ON-CALL OR AS-NEEDED CONTRACTS) (CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND INSPECTION CONTRACTS)
SCHEDULE OF OTHER DIRECT COST ITEMS (Add additional pages as necessary) TBD
TBD
Ceres On-Call Engineering & Surveying
Prime Consultant
Subconsultant
2nd Tier Subconsultant
LPP 15-01 January 2020
ITEM 9
Local Assistance Procedures Manual Exhibit 10-H2
Cost Proposal
Prime Consultant or Subconsultant Certifying:

Name: Title *:

Signature : Date of Certification (mm/dd/yyyy):

Email: Phone Number:

Address:

List services the consultant is providing under the proposed contract:

EXHIBIT 10-H2 COST PROPOSAL Page 3 of 3

11. 23 Code of Federal Regulations Part 172 - Procurement, Management, and Administration ofEngineering and Design Related Service

12. 48 Code of Federal Regulations Part 9904 - Cost Accounting Standards Board (when applicable) Cindy Davis Vice President
Certification of Direct Costs
I, the undersigned, certify to the best of my knowledge and belief that all direct costs identified on the cost proposal(s) in this contract are actual, reasonable, allowable, and allocable to the contract in accordance with the contract terms and the following requirements:

All costs must be applied consistently and fairly to all contracts. All documentation of compliance must be retained in the project files and be in compliance with applicable federal and state requirements. Costs that are noncompliant with the federal and state requirements are not eligible for reimbursement.

7. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

8. Terms and conditions of the contract

9. Title 23 United States Code Section 112 - Letting of Contracts

10. 48 Code of Federal Regulations Part 31 - Contract Cost Principles and Procedures *An individual executive or financial officer of the consultant’s or subconsultant’s organization at a level no lower than a Vice President or a Chief Financial Officer, or equivalent, who has authority to represent the financial information utilized to establish the cost proposal for the contract. 11010 White Rock Road, Suite 200, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 [email protected] 916.631.4515
5/21/2025
LPP 15-01 January 2020
ITEM 9
2025 West Environmental Fee Schedule -Ceres On-Call Engineering & Surveying FEE S

CHEDULE
Hourly Billing Rate
Personnel Category $ per hour
Staff Professional – Grade 1 $ 108
Staff Professional – Grade 2 $ 127
Project Professional – Grade 3 $ 141
Project Professional – Grade 4 $ 166
Senior Professional – Grade 5 $ 197
Senior Professional – Grade 6 $ 227
Senior Professional – Grade 7 $ 275
Senior Consultant – Grade 8 $ 319 - $ 329
Senior Consultant – Grade 9 $ 329
Senior Principal – Grade 10 $ 329
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Senior Drafter and Designer $ 175
Drafter / Designer and Senior Technician $ 141
Field Professional $ 145
Technician, Word Processor, Administrative Staff $ 101
Office Aide $ 100
The
se rates are billed for both regular and overtime hours in all categories.

Rates will increase up to 3% annually and will not increase until December 31, 2026 for this contract. Rates for Deposition and Testimony are increased 1.5 times.

OTHER PROJECT COSTS
Subconsultants, Subcontractors and Other Project Expenses - All costs for subconsultants, subcontractors and other project expenses will be billed at cost plus a 4% service charge. Examples of such expenses ordinarily charged to projects are subcontractors; subconsultants: chemical laboratory charges; rented or leased field and laboratory equipment; outside printing and reproduction; communications and mailing charges; reproduction expenses; shipping costs for samples and equipment; disposal of samples; rental vehicles; fares for travel on public carriers; special fees for insurance certificates, permits, licenses, etc.; fees for restoration of paving or land due to field exploration, etc.; state and local sales and use taxes and state taxes on GEI fees. The 4% service charge will not apply to GEI -owned equipment and vehicles or in-house reproduction expenses.

Field and Laboratory Equipment Billing Rates – Non-owned GEI field and laboratory equipment such as pumps, sampling equipment, monitoring instrumentation, field density equipment, portable gas chromatographs, etc. will be billed at a daily, weekly, or monthly rate, as needed for the project. Expendable supplies are billed at a unit rate.

Transportation and Subsistence - Automobile expenses for GEI or employee -owned cars will be charged at the rate per mile set by the Internal Revenue Service for tax purposes plus tolls and parking charges or at a day rate negotiated for each project. When vehicles are rented for a project they will be billed at a daily rental rate for those vehicles not including mileage. Per diem living costs for personnel on assignment away from their home office will be negotiated for each project.

ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING SCHEDULE AND PAYMENT TERMS
ITEM 9
Local Assistance Procedures Manual Exhibit 10-H2
Consultant
Project No. Contract No. TBD TBD Date
For Combined Rate 47.58% + 87.58% =
For Home Office Rate 0.00% + 0.00% =
For Field Office Rate 0.00% + 0.00% =
=
Actual or Avg. % or $
Straight3
OT(1.5x) OT(2x) From To Hourly Rate4 Increase
348.38$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 134.68 $ 358.84$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 138.72 $ 3.00% 369.60$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 142.88 $ 3.00% 380.69$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 147.17 $ 3.00% 316.13$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 122.21 $ 325.61$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 125.88 $ 3.00% 335.38$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 129.65 $ 3.00% 345.44$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 133.54 $ 3.00% 266.41$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 102.99 $ 274.40$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 106.08 $ 3.00% 282.63$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 109.26 $ 3.00% 291.11$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 112.54 $ 3.00% 184.54$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 71.34$
190.08$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 73.48$ 3.00% 195.78$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 75.68$ 3.00% 201.65$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 77.96$ 3.00% 213.46$ 254.72$ 295.98$ 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 82.52$ 219.86$ 262.36$ 304.86$ 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 85.00$ 3.00% 226.46$ 270.23$ 314.00$ 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 87.55$ 3.00% 233.25$ 278.34$ 323.42$ 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 90.17$ 3.00% Christopher Thnay
Principal Engineer / QA-QC
Not Applicable
Rafat Raie
Principal Engineer / Caltrans &
Stakdholder Coordination
Not Applicable
Cost Proposal
5/23/2025
135.16%
Combined Indirect Cost Rate (ICR) %
for Classifications Only
Not Applicable
Fee
Joy Bhattacharya
Project Manager
Name/Job Title/Classification¹ Hourly Billing Rates
2 Effective Date of Hourly Rate

BILLING INFORMATION CAL CULATION INFORMATION
Hourly Range -
Fringe Benefit %
EXHIBIT 10-H2 COST PROPOSAL Page 1 of 3

SPECIFIC RATE OF COMPENSATION (USE FOR ON-CALL OR AS-NEEDED CONTRACTS) (CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND INSPECTION CONTRACTS)
Note: Mark-ups are Not Allowed
Advanced Mobility Group
Ceres On-Call Engineering & Surveying Participation Amount $ OR
General & Administrative %

0.00%

0.00%
10%
Chris Higbee
Senior Engineer
Not Applicable
Shabnam Yari
Transportation Engineer
Not Applicable
Prime Consultant
Subconsultant
2nd Tier Subconsultant
LPP 15-01 January 2020
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112.89$ 134.71 $ 156.53 $ 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 43.64 $ 116.27$ 138.75 $ 161.22 $ 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 44.95 $ 3.00% 119.76$ 142.91 $ 166.06 $ 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 46.30 $ 3.00% 123.35$ 147.20 $ 171.04 $ 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 47.69 $ 3.00% 114.02$ 136.06 $ 158.10 $ 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 44.08 $ 117.45$ 140.15 $ 162.85 $ 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 45.40 $ 3.00% 120.97$ 144.35 $ 167.73 $ 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 46.76 $ 3.00% 124.60$ 148.68 $ 172.76 $ 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 48.17 $ 3.00% 113.53$ 135.48 $ 157.42 $ 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 43.89 $ 116.94$ 139.54 $ 162.15 $ 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 45.21 $ 3.00% 120.45$ 143.73 $ 167.01 $ 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 46.56 $ 3.00% 124.06$ 148.04 $ 172.02 $ 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 47.96 $ 3.00% 222.10$ 265.03 $ 307.96 $ 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 85.86 $ 228.76$ 272.98 $ 317.20 $ 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 88.44 $ 3.00% 235.63$ 281.17 $ 326.71 $ 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 91.09 $ 3.00% 242.69$ 289.60 $ 336.52 $ 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 93.82 $ 3.00% NOTES:

Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Matthew Boog
Traffic Signal Specialist
(Add pages as necessary)

4. For named employees and key personnel enter the actual hourly rate. For classifications only, enter the Average Hourly Rate for that classification.

2. The cost proposal format shall not be amended.

1. Key personnel must be marked with an asterisk (*) and employees that are subject to prevailing wage requirements must be marked with two asterisks (**).All costs must comply with the Federal cost principles. Subconsultants will provide their own cost proposals.

Devyani Padubidri
Transportation Planner
Andrea Flores
Transportation Engineering
Project Controls Specialist
LPP 15-01 January 2020
ITEM 9
Local Assistance Procedures Manual Exhibit 10-H2
Cost Proposal
Consultant
Project No. Contract No. Date 5/23/2025
Quantity Unit Unit Cost
TBD TBD Current IRS Rate
NOTES:

3. Items when incurred for the same purpose, in like circumstance, should not be included in any indirect cost pool or in the overhead rate.

4. Items such as special tooling, will be reimbursed at actual cost with supporting documentation (invoice).

5. Items listed above that would be considered "tools of the trade" are not reimbursable as other direct cost.

11. Subconsultants must provide their own cost proposals.

6. Travel related costs should be pre-approved by the contracting agency and shall not exceed current State Department of Personnel Administration rules.

9. The cost proposal format shall not be amended. All costs must comply with the Federal cost principles.

10. Add additional pages if necessary.

1. List other direct cost items with estimated costs. These costs should be competitive in their respective industries and supported with appropriate documentation.

2. Proposed ODC items should be consistently billed regardless of client and contract type.

Note: Add additional pages if necessary.

Total
Mileage Costs
Description of Item
EXHIBIT 10-H2 COST PROPOSAL Page 2 of 3

SPECIFIC RATE OF COMPENSATION (USE FOR ON-CALL OR AS-NEEDED CONTRACTS) (CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND INSPECTION CONTRACTS)
SCHEDULE OF OTHER DIRECT COST ITEMS (Add additional pages as necessary) Advanced Mobility Group
TBD
TBD
Ceres On-Call Engineering & Surveying
Prime Consultant
Subconsultant
2nd Tier Subconsultant
LPP 15-01 January 2020
ITEM 9
Local Assistance Procedures Manual Exhibit 10-H2
Cost Proposal
Prime Consultant or Subconsultant Certifying:

Name: Title *:

Signature : Date of Certification (mm/dd/yyyy):

Email: Phone Number:

Address:

List services the consultant is providing under the proposed contract:

EXHIBIT 10-H2 COST PROPOSAL Page 3 of 3

11. 23 Code of Federal Regulations Part 172 - Procurement, Management, and Administration ofEngineering and Design Related Service

12. 48 Code of Federal Regulations Part 9904 - Cost Accounting Standards Board (when applicable) Beth Clement Corporate Board Secretary
Certification of Direct Costs
I, the undersigned, certify to the best of my knowledge and belief that all direct costs identified on the cost proposal(s) in this contract are actual, reasonable, allowable, and allocable to the contract in accordance with the contract terms and the following requirements:

7. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

8. Terms and conditions of the contract

9. Title 23 United States Code Section 112 - Letting of Contracts

10. 48 Code of Federal Regulations Part 31 - Contract Cost Principles and Procedures Ceres On-Call Engineering & Surveying
*An individual executive or financial officer of the consultant’s or subconsultant’s organization at a level no lower than a Vice President or a Chief Financial Officer, or equivalent, who has authority to represent the financial information utilized to establish the cost proposal for the contract. 3003 Oak Road #100 Walnut Creek, CA 94597
beth @amobility.com 925-451-1051
5/21/2025
LPP 15-01 January 2020
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AMG 2025 Rates (4-Year)
Time & Material Fee Structure
Mileage $IRS Standard
Associate Engineer 160.00 - 205.00 Minimum 4 hours per meeting Data Analyst / Scientist 125.00 - 160.00 (Travel included) Engineering Technician 110.00 - 130.00
Outreach Specialist 130.00 - 150.00
President 375.00
Principal 250.00 - 275.00
Project Administrator 110.00 - 165.00
Project Analyst 110.00 - 145.00
Project Controls Specialist 115.00 - 135.00
Project Controls / Contracts 160.00 - 240.00
Project Coordinator 110.00 - 140.00
Project Manager 185.00 - 245.00
Senior Consultant / Advisor 250.00 - 285.00
Senior Inspector 180.00 - 215.00
Senior Principal 285.00 - 350.00
Senior Project Analyst 150.00 - 175.00
Senior Project Engineer 190.00 - 250.00
Senior Systems Engineer 215.00 - 235.00
Smart Cities Specialist 135.00 - 155.00
Systems Engineer 110.00 - 185.00
Technology Manager 190.00 - 205.00
Traffic Engineer 195.00 - 215.00
Traffic Signal Specialist 115.00 - 135.00
Transit Planner 130.00 - 175.00
Transportation Engineering 105.00 - 135.00
Vice President 295.00 - 330.00
Note:

Rates to be in effect for 4-year contract period
Staff Hourly Rates
ITEM 9
Note: Mark-ups are Not Allowed
Consultant Subconsultant
Project No. Contract No. Date 5/30/2025
0 For Combined Rate Fringe % Overhead % G&A %

0.00% 120.90%
For Home Office Rate Fringe % Overhead % G&A %

0.00% 0.00% 0.00%
For Field Office Rate Fringe % Overhead % G&A %

0.00% 0.00% 0.00%
Actual or Avg.

Straight3 OT(1.5x) OT(2x) From To Hourly Rate4 Bryan Kroeger, P.E.* $265.35 $265.35 $265.35 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 $109.20 PM $273.31 $273.31 $273.31 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 $112.48 3.0% Exempt $281.50 $281.50 $281.50 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 $115.85 3.0% $289.95 $289.95 $289.95 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 $119.33 3.0% Ramon Montes De Oca, P.E.* $265.35 $265.35 $265.35 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 $109.20 3.0% Deputy PM $273.31 $273.31 $273.31 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 $112.48 3.0% Exempt $281.50 $281.50 $281.50 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 $115.85 3.0% $289.95 $289.95 $289.95 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 $119.33 3.0% Kareem Abonofal, P.E. $208.97 $208.97 $208.97 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 $86.00 3.0% Resident Engineer $215.24 $215.24 $215.24 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 $88.58 3.0% Exempt $221.70 $221.70 $221.70 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 $91.24 3.0% $228.35 $228.35 $228.35 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 $93.97 3.0%
Assistant Resident Engineer 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 $78.50 3.0% $72.00 $85.00 Non-Exempt 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 $80.86 3.0% $74.16 $87.55 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 $83.28 3.0% $76.38 $90.18
6/1/2028 5/31/2029 $85.78 3.0% $78.68 $92.88
Project Engineer 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 $75.00 3.0% $60.00 $90.00 Exempt 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 $77.25 3.0% $61.80 $92.70
6/1/2027 5/31/2028 $79.57 3.0% $63.65 $95.48
6/1/2028 5/31/2029 $81.95 3.0% $65.56 $98.35
Office Engineer 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 $45.00 3.0% $30.00 $60.00 Non- Exempt 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 $46.35 3.0% $30.90 $61.80

SPECIFIC RATE OF COMPENSATION (USE FOR ON-CALL OR AS-NEEDED CONTRACTS) (CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND INSPECTION CONTRACTS)
Fee =
% Increase =
120.90%
Combined ICR %+ + =
+ + = Home Office ICR %

0.00%
2nd Tier Subconsultant
Cost Proposal
OR

BILLING INFORMATION CALCULATION INFORMATION
10%

3.0%
+ + = Field Office ICR %

COST PROPOSAL
Name/Job Title/Classification1 Hourly Billing Rates2 Effective Date of Hourly Rate Hourly Range - for Classifications Only
% or $
Increase
CCME, Inc. Prime Consultant
Participation Amount

0.00%
X
January 2020
ITEM 9
Actual or Avg.

Straight3 OT(1.5x) OT(2x) From To Hourly Rate4Name/Job Title/Classification1 Hourly Billing Rates2 Effective Date of Hourly Rate Hourly Range - for Classifications Only
% or $
Increase
6/1/2027 5/31/2028 $47.74 3.0% $31.83 $63.65
6/1/2028 5/31/2029 $49.17 3.0% $32.78 $65.56
Construction Inspector *** 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 $76.50 3.0% $73.00 $80.00 Non- Exempt 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 $78.80 3.0% $75.19 $82.40 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 $81.16 3.0% $77.45 $84.87
6/1/2028 5/31/2029 $83.59 3.0% $79.77 $87.42
Administrative Assistant 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 $34.00 3.0% $23.00 $45.00 Non- Exempt 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 $35.02 3.0% $23.69 $46.35 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 $36.07 3.0% $24.40 $47.74
6/1/2028 5/31/2029 $37.15 3.0% $25.13 $49.17
NOTES:

5. Escalation for personnel subject to prevailing wage (***) shall follow the annual DIR determinations.

3. Billing rate = actual hourly rate * (1+ICR) * (1+Fee). Indirect cost rates shall be updated on an annual basis in accordance with the consultant's annual accounting period and established by a cognized agency or accepted by Caltrans. All costs must comply with the Federal cost principles for reimbursement.

2. The cost proposal format shall not be amended.

4. For named employees and key personnel enter the actual hourly rate. For classifications only, enter the Average Hourly Rate for that classification.

1. Key Personnel must be marked with an asterisk (*) and employees that are subject to prevailing wage requirements must be marked with two asterisks (**). All cots must comply with the Federal cost principles. Subconsultants will provide January 2020
ITEM 9
Consultant
Project No. Contract No. Date
Subconsultant 1:

Subconsultant 2:

Subconsultant 3:

Subconsultant 4:

Subconsultant 5:

Subconsultant 6:

Subconsultant 7:

Subconsultant 8:

Subconsultant 9:

NOTES:
5/30/2025

9. Add additional pages if necessary.
-$
-$
-$

10. Subconsultants must provide their own cost proposals.

TBD TBD
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
TotalUnit CostUnitQuantityDESCRIPTION OF ITEM

SCHEDULE OF OTHER DIRECT COST ITEMS

SPECIFIC RATE OF COMPENSATION (USE FOR ON-CALL OR AS-NEEDED CONTRACTS) (CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND INSPECTION CONTRACTS)
CCME, Inc. Prime Consultant Subconsultant 2nd Tier Subconsultant Local Assistance Procedures Manual EXHIBIT 10-H2
Cost Proposal
EXHIBIT 10-H2 COST PROPOSAL Page 2 of 3
No ODCs
-$
-$
-$

1. List other direct cost items with estimated costs. These costs should be competitive in their respective industries and supported with appropriate documentation.

2. Proposed ODC items should be consistently billed regardless of client and contract type. -$
-$

8. The cost proposal format shall not be amended. All costs must comply with the Federal cost principles

3. Items when incurred for the same purpose, in like circumstance, should not be included in any indirect cost pool or in the overhead rate.

4. Items such as special tooling, will be reimbursed at actual cost with supporting documentation (invoice).

5. Items listed above that would be considered "tools of the trade" are not reimbursable as other direct cost.

6. Travel related costs should be pre-approved by the contracting agency and shall not exceed current State Department of Personnel Administration rules.

X
January 2020
ITEM 9
Certification of Direct Costs
1 Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
2 Terms and conditions of the contract
3 Title 23 United States Code Section 112 - Letting of Contracts 4 48 Code of Federal Regulations Part 31 - Contract Cost Principles and Procedures 5 23 Code of Federal Regulations Part 172 - Procurement, Management, and Administration of Engineering and Design Related Services
6 48 Code of Federal Regulations Part 9904 - Cost Accounting Standards Board (when applicable) Prime Consultant or Suconsultant Certifying
Name: Title:

Signature:

Email: Phone Number:

Address:

List services the consultant is providing under this proposed contract:

January 2020
Local Assistance Procedures Manual EXHIBIT 10-H2
Cost Proposal
Date of Certification:
(mm/dd/yyy)
EXHIBIT 10-H2 COST PROPOSAL Page 3 of 3
I, the undersigned, certify to the best of my knowledge and belief that all direct costs identified on the cost proposal(s) in this contract are actual, reasonable, allowable, and allocable to the contract in accordance with the contract terms and the following requirements:

Local governments are responsible for applying only cognizant agency approved or Caltrans accepted Indirect Cost Rate(s).

Bryan Kroeger President
Qulaity assurance
5/30/2025
[email protected] 559-367-6262
6445 N. Palm, Suite 106, Fresno CA 93704
*An individual executive or financial officer of the consultant’s or subconsultant’s organization at a level no lower than a Vice President or a Chief Financial Officer, or equivalent, who has authority to represent the financial information utilized to establish the cost proposal for the contract.

ITEM 9
May 30, 2025
Westwood
1165 Scenic Drive, Suite A
Modesto, CA 95350
Subject: City of Ceres On-Call
Dear Ms. Scheidt:

CCME is pleased to propose the following services to assist Westwood as a quality assurance su
bconsultant for the City of Ceres On-call.

Project Description
CCME will provide experienced and qualified engineers to perform quality assurance in support of these projects. `
Fee Schedule
Compensation to provide the services required for the subject project, as detailed in this agreement, shall be on a time and materials basis for the necessary personnel and reimbursables at the rates included herein:

CCME, Inc.’s billing rates for projects (valid through 12/31/26) :

Classification/Title Name Hourly Rate
Principal Bryan Kroeger $265.35
Principal Ramon Montes De Oca $265.35
Resident Engineer Kareem Abonofal $208.97
Cost Proposal Notes and Exclusions:

1. Assumes Regular 8-hour work shifts, overtime may be charged at 1.5 times the listed rate for inspection work.

2. Hourly fee includes overhead, cell phones, vehicles and computers and profit.

3. Fee is based on non-holidays as defined by Caltrans working day calendar.

4. This cost proposal is negotiable.

Sincerely,
Bryan Kroeger, PE
President
ITEM 9
Pezzoni Engineering
1150 9th Street, Suite 1415
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 554-4602

FEE SCHEDULE FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
EFFECTIVE: January 1, 2025
The following fees are presently in effect for professional services available from our firm:

CONSULTATION SERVICES:

Investigative/Expert Witness/Professional Consultation TBD* ENGINEERING SERVICES:

Principal Engineer $255.00 Per Hour
Project Manager $225.00 Per Hour
Engineer $195.00 Per Hour
Senior Designer $175.00 Per Hour
Designer $140.00 Per Hour
CAD/BIM Specialist $115.00 Per Hour
Clerical $87.00 Per Hour
* Charges for investigative services, expert witness or professional consultation are generally not applicable to projects involving the preparation of plans or specifications for construction projects.

ITEM 9
Local Assistance Procedures Manual Exhibit 10-H2
Consultant
Project No. Contract No. TBD TBD Date
For Combined Rate 55.00% + 56.55% =
For Home Office Rate 0.00% + 0.00% =
For Field Office Rate 0.00% + 0.00% =
=
Actual or Avg. % or $
Straight3
OT(1.5x) OT(2x) From To Hourly Rate4 Increase
259.28$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 111.42$ 267.06$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 114.76$ 3.00% 275.07$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 118.21$ 3.00% 283.32$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 121.75$ 3.00% 204.87$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 88.04$ 80.00 $ ‐ 95.00$ 211.02$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 90.68$ 3.00% 82.40 $ ‐ 97.85$ 217.35$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 93.40$ 3.00% 84.87 $ ‐ 100.79$ 223.87$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 96.20$ 3.00% 87.42 $ ‐ 103.81$ 173.41$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 74.52$ 70.00 $ ‐ 85.00$ 178.61$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 76.76$ 3.00% 72.10 $ ‐ 87.55$ 183.97$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 79.06$ 3.00% 74.26 $ ‐ 90.18$ 189.49$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 81.43$ 3.00% 76.49 $ ‐ 92.88$ 179.00$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 76.92$ 65.00 $ ‐ 85.00$ 184.37$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 79.23$ 3.00% 66.95 $ ‐ 87.55$ 189.90$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 81.60$ 3.00% 68.96 $ ‐ 90.18$ 195.59$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 84.05$ 3.00% 71.03 $ ‐ 92.88$ Senior Project Manager
Utility Coordination Manager
Project Manager
Cost Proposal
5/30/2025
111.55%
Combined Indirect Cost Rate (ICR) %
for Classifications Only
Not Applicable
Fee
Bob Morrison
Principal
Name/Job Title/Classification¹ Hourly Billing Rates2 Effective Date of Hourly Rate

BILLING INFORMATION CALCULATION INFORMATION
Hourly Range -
Fringe Benefit %
EXHIBIT 10-H2 COST PROPOSAL Page 1 of 3

SPECIFIC RATE OF COMPENSATION (USE FOR ON-CALL OR AS-NEEDED CONTRACTS) (CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND INSPECTION CONTRACTS)
Note: Mark-ups are Not Allowed
Monument ROW
Ceres On-Call Engineering & Surveying Participation Amount $ OR
General & Administrative %

0.00%

0.00%
10%
Prime Consultant
Subconsultant
2nd Tier Subconsultant
LPP 15-01 January 2020
ITEM 9
Local Assistance Procedures Manual Exhibit 10-H2
129.36$ 157.16 $ 184.95$ 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 55.59$ 55.00 $ ‐ 65.00$ 133.24$ 161.87 $ 190.50$ 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 57.26$ 3.00% 56.65 $ ‐ 66.95$ 137.24$ 166.73 $ 196.21$ 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 58.98$ 3.00% 58.35 $ ‐ 68.96$ 141.36$ 171.73 $ 202.10$ 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 60.74$ 3.00% 60.10 $ ‐ 71.03$

92.20$ 112.01 $ 131.82$ 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 39.62$ 35.00 $ ‐ 55.00$

94.96$ 115.37 $ 135.77$ 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 40.81$ 3.00% 36.05 $ ‐ 56.65$

97.81$ 118.83 $ 139.85$ 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 42.03$ 3.00% 37.13 $ ‐ 58.35$ 100.75$ 122.39 $ 144.04$ 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 43.29$ 3.00% 38.25 $ ‐ 60.10$ 148.12$ 179.94 $ 211.77$ 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 63.65$ 45.00 $ ‐ 65.00$ 152.56$ 185.34 $ 218.12$ 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 65.56$ 3.00% 46.35 $ ‐ 66.95$ 157.14$ 190.90 $ 224.66$ 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 67.53$ 3.00% 47.74 $ ‐ 68.96$ 161.85$ 196. 63 $ 231.40$ 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 69.55$ 3.00% 49.17 $ ‐ 71.03$ 106.83$ 129.79 $ 152.74$ 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 45.91$ 40.00 $ ‐ 55.00$ 110.04$ 133.68 $ 157.33$ 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 47.29$ 3.00% 41.20 $ ‐ 56.65$ 113.34$ 137.69 $ 162.05$ 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 48.71$ 3.00% 42.44 $ ‐ 58.35$ 116.74$ 141.82 $ 166.91$ 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 50.17$ 3.00% 43.71 $ ‐ 60.10$ 100.69$ 122.33 $ 143.96$ 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 43.27$ 35.00 $ ‐ 55.00$ 103.71$ 126.00 $ 148.28$ 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 44.57$ 3.00% 36.05 $ ‐ 56.65$ 106.82$ 129.78 $ 152.73$ 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 45.91$ 3.00% 37.13 $ ‐ 58.35$ 110.03$ 133.67 $ 157.31$ 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 47.28$ 3.00% 38.25 $ ‐ 60.10$

92.20$ 112.01 $ 131.82$ 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 39.62$ 30.00 $ ‐ 50.00$

94.96$ 115.37 $ 135.77$ 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 40.81$ 3.00% 30.90 $ ‐ 51.50$

97.81$ 118.83 $ 139.85$ 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 42.03$ 3.00% 31.83 $ ‐ 53.05$ 100.75$ 122.39 $ 144.04$ 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 43.29$ 3.00% 32.78 $ ‐ 54.64$ 106.83$ 129.79 $ 152.74$ 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 45.91$ 35.00 $ ‐ 55.00$ 110.04$ 133.68 $ 157.33$ 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 47.29$ 3.00% 36.05 $ ‐ 56.65$ 113.34$ 137.69 $ 162.05$ 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 48.71$ 3.00% 37.13 $ ‐ 58.35$ 116.74$ 141.82 $ 166.91$ 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 50.17$ 3.00% 38.25 $ ‐ 60.10$ NOTES:

Project Controller
Agent
Senior Agent
(Add pages as necessary)

All costs must comply with the Federal cost principles for reimbursement.

4. For named employees and key personnel enter the actual hourly rate. For classifications only, enter the Average Hourly Rate for that classification.

2. The cost proposal format shall not be amended.

1. Key personnel must be marked with an asterisk (*) and employees that are subject to prevailing wage requirements must be marked with two asterisks (**).All costs must comply with the Federal cost principles. Subconsultants will provide their own cost proposals.

Senior Analyst
Project Support Specialist
Analyst
Project Coordinator
LPP 15-01 January 2020
ITEM 9
Local Assistance Procedures Manual Exhibit 10-H2
Cost Proposal
Consultant
Project No. Contract No. Date 5/30/2025
Quantity Unit Unit Cost
TBD TBD Current IRS Rate
TBD TBD actual
TBD TBD actual
TBD TBD actual
TBD TBD actual
TBD TBD actual
NOTES:

Total
Mileage Costs
Appraisal
Description of Item
EXHIBIT 10-H2 COST PROPOSAL Page 2 of 3

SPECIFIC RATE OF COMPENSATION (USE FOR ON-CALL OR AS-NEEDED CONTRACTS) (CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND INSPECTION CONTRACTS)
SCHEDULE OF OTHER DIRECT COST ITEMS (Add additional pages as necessary) Monument ROW
TBD
TBD
TBD
Ceres On-Call Engineering & Surveying
Appraisal Review
Postage/ reproduction
Title Reports
Utiltiy potholing
TBD
TBD
TBD

1. List other direct cost items with estimated costs. These costs should be competitive in their respective industries and supported with appropriate documentation.

2. Proposed ODC items should be consistently billed regardless of client and contract type.

TBD
Note: Add additional pages if necessary.

3. Items when incurred for the same purpose, in like circumstance, should not be included in any indirect cost pool or in the overhead rate.

4. Items such as special tooling, will be reimbursed at actual cost with supporting documentation (invoice).

5. Items listed above that would be considered "tools of the trade" are not reimbursable as other direct cost.

11. Subconsultants must provide their own cost proposals.

6. Travel related costs should be pre-approved by the contracting agency and shall not exceed current State Department of Personnel Administration rules.

9. The cost proposal format shall not be amended. All costs must comply with the Federal cost principles.

10. Add additional pages if necessary.

Prime Consultant
Subconsultant
2nd Tier Subconsultant
LPP 15-01 January 2020
ITEM 9
Local Assistance Procedures Manual Exhibit 10-H2
Cost Proposal
Prime Consultant or Subconsultant Certifying:

Name: Title *:

Signature : Date of Certification (mm/dd/yyyy):

Email: Phone Number:

Address:

List services the consultant is providing under the proposed contract:

Real Estate and Right-of-way Services
*An individual executive or financial officer of the consultant’s or subconsultant’s organization at a level no lower than a Vice President or a Chief Financial Officer, or equivalent, who has authority to represent the financial information utilized to establish the cost proposal for the contract. 200 Spectrum Center, Suite 300, Irvine, CA 92618
Bob Morrison 916.717.7069

5.30.2025
EXHIBIT 10-H2 COST PROPOSAL Page 3 of 3

11. 23 Code of Federal Regulations Part 172 - Procurement, Management, and Administration ofEngineering and Design Related Service

12. 48 C ode of Federal Regulations Part 9904 - Cost Accounting Standards Board (when applicable) Bob Morrison Vice President
Certification of Direct Costs
I, the undersigned, certify to the best of my knowledge and belief that all direct costs identified on the cost proposal(s) in this contract are actual, reasonable, allowable, and allocable to the contract in accordance with the contract terms and the following requirements:

7. Gen erally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

8. Terms and conditions of the contract

9. T itle 23 United States Code Section 112 - Letting of Contracts

10. 48 C ode of Federal Regulations Part 31 - Contract Cost Principles and Procedures LPP 15-01 January 2020
ITEM 9

MONUMENT
2025 HOURLY RATE SCHEDULE
Right of Way Management & Implementation
Principal $310.00 per hour
Project Director $250.00 per hour
Program Manager $230.00 per hour
Senior Project Manager / Sr. Utility Project Manager $220.00 per hour ROW Project Manager 2 / Utility Project Manager 2 $200.00 per hour ROW Project Manager 1 / Utility Project Manager 1 $170.00 per hour Utility Coordinator $140.00 per hour
Senior Acquisition Agent / Senior Relocation Agent / Senior Analyst $150.00 per hour Acquisition Agent 2 / Relocation Agent 2 / Property Manager $130.00 per hour Acquisition Agent 1/ Relocation Agent 1 $120.00 per hour Senior Project Coordinator $135.00 per hour
Project Coordinator 2 $120.00 per hour
Project Coordinator 1 $110.00 per hour
Senior Project Analyst $150.00 per hour
Project Analyst 2 $135.00 per hour
Project Analyst 1 $110.00 per hour
Researcher $95.00 per hour
Project Support / Administrative
Professional Staff $90.00 per hour
Project Controller 2 $105.00 per hour
Project Controller 1 $80.00 per hour
Project Support Specialist 3 $100.00 per hour
Project Support Specialist 2 $90.00 per hour
Project Support Specialist 1 $80.00 per hour
The above hourly rates are exclusive of local travel/mileage, photocopying, first class postage and overnight courier service . These expenses including out-of-pocket expenses such as pre -approved travel and lodging, outside exhibit preparation, requested o vernight courier or registered ITEM 9
and/or certified mail (return receipt requested) charges, and specialty reproduction (unless otherwise specified) are in addi tion to the contract amount and will be charged at cost plus ten percent (+10%) for administration, coordination, and handling. Subcontracted services, other than those listed above, will be invoiced at cost plus ten percent (+10%).

In the event Monument is required to perform any act in relation to litigation arising out of any project with the Client (for example, expert consulting, responding to a complaint, or proceeding with discovery and trial), such services are not part of thi s contract, nor are they part of our normal fees.

If required, these types of services will be invoiced at two times the regular hourly rates.

In
the event this work outlined in the proposed scope extends beyond 12/312026, the hourly rates and any remaining amount in the contract shall be adjusted upwardly by three percent( 3%) per annum, compounded annually, on the anniversary date of this p roposal.

Written communication services in other languages would be an additional cost and would be billed separately based on quoted hourly rat es by independent translation services. Verbal communication in Spanish, if necessary, will be included at no additional charge.

ITEM 9
Consultant or Subconsultant: Prime Consultant Subconsultant Project No. Contract No. Participation Amount: TBD Date:

For Combined Rate
Fringe Benefit % + General & Administrative % = 160.50% For Home Office Rate
Fringe Benefit % + General & Administrative % = 160.50% For Field Office Rate
Fringe Benefit % + General & Administrative % = 0.00%
FEE % = 10.0%
Straight3 OT (1.5x) OT (2.0x) From To
300.02 N/C N/C 1/1/2025 12/31/2025 104.70 0%
300.02 N/C N/C 1/1/2026 12/31/2026 104.70 0.00%
309.02 N/C N/C 1/1/2027 12/31/2027 107.84 3.00%
318.30 N/C N/C 1/1/2028 12/30/2028 111.08 3.00%
327.84 N/C N/C 1/1/2029 12/30/2029 114.41 3.00%
252.85 N/C N/C 1/1/2025 12/31/2025 88.24 0%
252.85 N/C N/C 1/1/2026 12/31/2026 88.24 0.00%
260.45 N/C N/C 1/1/2027 12/31/2027 90.89 3.00%
268.27 N/C N/C 1/1/2028 12/30/2028 93.62 3.00%
276.32 N/C N/C 1/1/2029 12/30/2029 96.43 3.00%
300.02 N/C N/C 1/1/2025 12/31/2025 104.70 0%
300.02 N/C N/C 1/1/2026 12/31/2026 104.70 0.00%
309.02 N/C N/C 1/1/2027 12/31/2027 107.84 3.00%
318.30 N/C N/C 1/1/2028 12/30/2028 111.08 3.00%
327.84 N/C N/C 1/1/2029 12/30/2029 114.41 3.00%
300.02 N/C N/C 1/1/2025 12/31/2025 104.70 0%
300.02 N/C N/C 1/1/2026 12/31/2026 104.70 0.00%
309.02 N/C N/C 1/1/2027 12/31/2027 107.84 3.00%
318.30 N/C N/C 1/1/2028 12/30/2028 111.08 3.00%
327.84 N/C N/C 1/1/2029 12/30/2029 114.41 3.00%
272.22 N/C N/C 1/1/2025 12/31/2025 95.00 0%
272.22 N/C N/C 1/1/2026 12/31/2026 95.00 0.00%
280.39 N/C N/C 1/1/2027 12/31/2027 97.85 3.00%
288.81 N/C N/C 1/1/2028 12/30/2028 100.79 3.00%
297.47 N/C N/C 1/1/2029 12/30/2029 103.81 3.00%
Hourly Range for
Classifications
Only
Field Office ICR%
Home Office ICR%
OR
N/A
273.60-304.00
Ruta Jariwala, PE, TE*
QA/QC/Principal
Exempt
0 Principal
Exempt
0 265.63-295.15
Director
Exempt
257.90-286.55
257.90-286.55
COST PROPOSAL 2 Page 1 of 2

SPECIFIC RATE OF COMPENSATION (USE FOR ALL ON-CALL OR AS-NEEDED CONTRACTS) (CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND INSPECTION CONTRACTS)

T J K M
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Home Office ICR%

BILLING INFORMATION CALCULATION INFORMATION
Hourly Billing Rates Effective date of Hourly Rate Actual or Avg Hourly Rate4
% or $
Increase
2nd Tier Subconsultant
May 22, 2025
Name / Job Title /
Classification1
Nayan Amin, TE*
PIC/Principal
Exempt
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
327.84
Rutvij Patel, EIT*
Design Lead/Sr. Project Mgr
Exempt
281.81-313.12
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
300.02
300.02
309.02
N/A
N/A
318.29

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ITEM 9
Consultant or Subconsultant: Prime Consultant Subconsultant Project No. Contract No. Participation Amount: TBD Date:

SPECIFIC RATE OF COMPENSATION (USE FOR ALL ON-CALL OR AS-NEEDED CONTRACTS) (CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND INSPECTION CONTRACTS)

T J K M
Home Office ICR%

BILLING INFORMATION CALCULATION INFORMATION
Hourly Billing Rates Effective date of Hourly Rate Actual or Avg Hourly Rate4
% or $
Increase
2nd Tier Subconsultant
May 22, 2025
Name / Job Title /
Classification1
232.28 N/C N/C 1/1/2025 12/31/2025 81.06 0%
232.28 N/C N/C 1/1/2026 12/31/2026 81.06 0.00%
239.24 N/C N/C 1/1/2027 12/31/2027 83.49 3.00%
246.40 N/C N/C 1/1/2028 12/30/2028 85.99 3.00%
253.80 N/C N/C 1/1/2029 12/30/2029 88.57 3.00%
194.94 N/C N/C 1/1/2025 12/31/2025 68.03 0%
194.94 N/C N/C 1/1/2026 12/31/2026 68.03 0.00%
200.79 N/C N/C 1/1/2027 12/31/2027 70.07 3.00%
206.80 N/C N/C 1/1/2028 12/30/2028 72.17 3.00%
213.02 N/C N/C 1/1/2029 12/30/2029 74.34 3.00%
216.98 N/C N/C 1/1/2025 12/31/2025 75.72 0%
216.98 N/C N/C 1/1/2026 12/31/2026 75.72 0.00%
223.48 N/C N/C 1/1/2027 12/31/2027 77.99 3.00%
230.19 N/C N/C 1/1/2028 12/30/2028 80.33 3.00%
237.09 N/C N/C 1/1/2029 12/30/2029 82.74 3.00%
130.81 N/C N/C 1/1/2025 12/31/2025 45.65 0%
130.81 N/C N/C 1/1/2026 12/31/2026 45.65 0.00%
134.74 N/C N/C 1/1/2027 12/31/2027 47.02 3.00%
138.78 N/C N/C 1/1/2028 12/30/2028 48.43 3.00%
142.93 N/C N/C 1/1/2029 12/30/2029 49.88 3.00%
106.65 N/C N/C 1/1/2025 12/31/2025 37.22 0%
106.65 N/C N/C 1/1/2026 12/31/2026 37.22 0.00%
109.86 N/C N/C 1/1/2027 12/31/2027 38.34 3.00%
113.16 N/C N/C 1/1/2028 12/30/2028 39.49 3.00%
116.54 N/C N/C 1/1/2029 12/30/2029 40.67 3.00%
225.03 N/C N/C 1/1/2025 12/31/2025 78.53 0%
225.03 N/C N/C 1/1/2026 12/31/2026 78.53 0.00%
231.79 N/C N/C 1/1/2027 12/31/2027 80.89 3.00%
238.75 N/C N/C 1/1/2028 12/30/2028 83.32 3.00%
245.92 N/C N/C 1/1/2029 12/30/2029 85.82 3.00%
231.78
238.73
245.89
225.03
225.03
223.48
114.19-147.40
114.19-147.40
117.62-151.82
112.69-113.57
237.1
124.78-161.07
116.07-116.98
157.84-255.76
230.19
121.14-156.38
148.78-241.07
0 Senior Project Manager
Exempt
225.82-281.81
206.66-257.90
206.66-257.90
212.86-265.63
219.25-273.60
0 Project Manager
Exempt
0 0
Senior Transportation Planner
Exempt
Senior Transportation Engineer
Exempt
0 Transportation Engineer
Exempt
0 Assistant Transportation Engineer
Exempt
106.22-107.06
106.22-107.06
109.41-110.27
148.78-241.07
153.24-248.31
216.98
216.98
162.57-263.43

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ITEM 9
Consultant or Subconsultant: Prime Consultant Subconsultant Project No. Contract No. Participation Amount: TBD Date:

SPECIFIC RATE OF COMPENSATION (USE FOR ALL ON-CALL OR AS-NEEDED CONTRACTS) (CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND INSPECTION CONTRACTS)

T J K M
Home Office ICR%

97.71 N/C N/C 1/1/2025 12/31/2025 34.10 0%

97.71 N/C N/C 1/1/2026 12/31/2026 34.10 0.00%
100.64 N/C N/C 1/1/2027 12/31/2027 35.12 3.00%
103.65 N/C N/C 1/1/2028 12/30/2028 36.17 3.00%
106.77 N/C N/C 1/1/2029 12/30/2029 37.26 3.00%
104.76 N/C N/C 1/1/2025 12/31/2025 36.56 0%
104.76 N/C N/C 1/1/2026 12/31/2026 36.56 0.00%
107.91 N/C N/C 1/1/2027 12/31/2027 37.66 3.00%
111.15 N/C N/C 1/1/2028 12/30/2028 38.79 3.00%
114.48 N/C N/C 1/1/2029 12/30/2029 39.95 3.00%
131.96 N/C N/C 1/1/2025 12/31/2025 46.05 0%
131.96 N/C N/C 1/1/2026 12/31/2026 46.05 0.00%
135.91 N/C N/C 1/1/2027 12/31/2027 47.43 3.00%
139.98 N/C N/C 1/1/2028 12/30/2028 48.85 3.00%
144.19 N/C N/C 1/1/2029 12/30/2029 50.32 3.00%
Notes:
111.18-152.73
105.37-116.92
111.18-152.73
114.52-157.31
127.72-163.19
127.72-163.19
131.55-168.09
139.56-178.32
100.79-112.75
108.53-120.43

92.24-103.19

95.01-106.28

99.32-110.21

99.32-110.21
135.49-173.13

97.86-109.47
102.30-113.52

4. For named employees and key personnel enter the actual hourly rate. For classifications only, enter the Average Hourly Rate for that classification. annual accounting period and established by a cognizant agency or accepted by Caltrans. All costs must comply with the Federal cost principles

3. B illing rate = actual hourly rate * (1+ ICR) * (1+ Fee). Indirect cost rates shall be updated on an annual basis in accordance with the consultant’s with two asterisks (**). All costs must comply with the Federal cost principles. Subconsultants will provide their own cost proposals.

1. K ey personnel must be marked with an asterisk (*) and employees that are subject to prevailing age requirements must be marked

2. The cost proposal format shall not be amended.
for reimbursement.
117.95-162.03
121.49-166.89
0 Transportation Planner
Exempt
0 Assistant Transportation Planner
Exempt
0 Grahpics Designer
Exempt
0 Administrative
Exempt

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ITEM 9
Consultant or Subconsultant: T J K M Prime Consultant Subconsultant Project No. Contract No. Date: 5/22/2025
Quantity Unit Unit Cost Total
TBD Mile IRS Rate At Cost
At Cost
At Cost
At Cost
At Cost
At Cost
At Cost
At Cost
At Cost
At Cost
At Cost
NOTES:

1. List other direct cost items with estimated costs. These costs should be competitive in their respective industries and supported with appropriate documentation.

2. Proposed ODC items should be consistently billed regardless of client and contract type.

3. Items when incurred for the same purpose, in like circumstance, should not be included in any indirect cost pool or in the overhead rate.

4. Items such as special tooling, will be reimbursed at actual cost with supporting documentation (invoice).

5. Items listed above that would be considered "tools of the trade" are not reimbursable as other direct cost.

6. Travel related costs should be pre-approved by the contracting agency and shall not exceed current State Department of Personnel Administration rules.

9. The cost proposal format shall not be amended. All costs must comply with the Federal cost principles.

10. Add additional pages if necessary.

11. Subconsultants must provide their own cost proposals.

Subconsutant 2:

Subconsutant 3:

Subconsutant 4:

Subconsutant 5:

Permit Fees
Plan Sheets
Testing
Subconsutant 1:

Equipment Rental and Supplies
COST PROPOSAL 2 Page 2 of 3

SPECIFIC RATE OF COMPENSATION (USE FOR ALL ON-CALL OR AS-NEEDED CONTRACTS) (CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND INSPECTION CONTRACTS)
Description of Item
Mileage Costs
SCHEDULE OF OTHER DIRECT COST ITEMS (Add Additional Pages As Necessary)

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ITEM 9
Certification of Direct Costs:

Prime Consultant or Subconsultant Certifying:

Name: Nayan Amin Title*:

Signature: Date of Certification (mm/dd/yyyy): 5/22/2025 Email: [email protected] Phone Number:

Address:

List of services the consultant is providing under the proposed contract:
925.463.0611
4305 Hacienda Drive, Suite 550, Pleasanton, CA 94588
* An individual executive or financial officer of the consultant's or subconsultant's organization at a level no lower than a Vice President or a Chief Financial Officer, or equivalent, who has authority to represent the financial information utilized to establish the cost proposal for the contract.

Traffic Engineering & Transportation Planning

4. 48 Code of Federal Regulations Part 31 - Contract Cost Principles and Procedures

5. 23 Code of Federal Regulations Part 172 - Procurement, Management, and Administration of Engineering and Design Related Service

6. 48 Code of Federal Regulations Part 9904 - Cost Accounting Standards Board (when applicable) All costs must be applied consistently and fairly to all contracts. All documentation of compliance must be retained in the project files and be in compliance with applicable Federal and State requirements. Costs that are non-compliant with the Federal and State requirements are not eligible for reimbursement President

3. Title 23 United State Code Section 112
- Letting of Contracts
COST PROPOSAL 2 (Page 3 of 3)
I, the undersigned, certify to the best of my knowledge and belief that all direct costs identified on the cost proposal(s) in this contract are actual, reasonable, allowable, and allocable to the contract in accordance with the contract terms and the following requirements.

1. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

2. Terms and conditions of the contract.

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ITEM 9
CALIFORNIA | FLORIDA
| TEXAS
Corporate Office 4305 Hacienda Drive, Suite 550, Pleasanton, CA 94588 925.463.0611 www.TJKM.com

RATE SCHEDULE
Principal .............................................................................................................................................. $240/hour Director ............................................................................................................................................... 220/hour Senior Project Manager ................................................................................................................ 190/hour Project Manager .............................................................................................................................. 180/hour Senior Transportation Engineer ................................................................................................. 165/hour Transportation Engineer ………………… ………………………………………………………….……….. 130/hour Assistant Transportation Engineer ........................................................................................... 120/hour Senior Transportation Planner ................................................................................................... 165/hour Transportation Planner ................................................................................................................. 130/hour Assistant Transportation Planner ………………………………………………………………………... 120/hour GIS Specialist ..................................................................................................................................... 100/hour Graphics Designer ........................................................................................................................... 100/hour Designer .............................................................................................................................................. 95/hour Technical Staff II ............................................................................................................................... 85/hour Administration Staff ....................................................................................................................... 80/hour Production Staff ............................................................................................................................... 55/hour Reimbursable Expenses
Plotting (per sheet) ......................................................................................................................... $18.00 Travel Cost (per mile, subject to change; based on IRS standard mileage rates)… 0.67 All outside services are billed at cost plus a ten percent margin for handling.

Expert Witness charges available upon request.

Rates Effective through Initial Term - December 31, 2026 ITEM 9
Local Assistance Procedures Manual Exhibit 10-H2
Consultant
Project No. Contract No. TBD TBD Date
For Combined Rate 20.08% + 149.46% =
For Home Office Rate 0.00% + 0.00% =
For Field Office Rate 0.00% + 0.00% =
=
Actual or Avg. % or $
Straight3
OT(1.5x) OT(2x) From To Hourly Rate4 Increase
257.95$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 87.00$
265.69$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 89.61$ 3.00% 273.66$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 92.30$ 3.00% 281.87$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 95.07$ 3.00% 257.95$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 87.00$
265.69$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 89.61$ 3.00% 273.66$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 92.30$ 3.00% 281.87$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 95.07$ 3.00% 213.83$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 72.12$
220.25$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 74.28$ 3.00% 226.85$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 76.51$ 3.00% 233.66$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 78.81$ 3.00% 116.61$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 39.33$
120.11$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 40.51$ 3.00% 123.71$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 41.73$ 3.00% 127.42$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 42.98$ 3.00% Deborah Ninow
Photogrammetric Technician
(exempt)
Not Applicable
OR
General & Administrative %

0.00%

0.00%
10%
Fringe Benefit %
EXHIBIT 10-H2 COST PROPOSAL Page 1 of 3

SPECIFIC RATE OF COMPENSATION (USE FOR ON-CALL OR AS-NEEDED CONTRACTS) (CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND INSPECTION CONTRACTS)
Note: Mark-ups are Not Allowed
Geospatial Professional Solutions, Inc. (Federal Projects) Ceres On-Call Engineering & Surveying Participation Amount $ for Classifications Only
Not Applicable
Fee
Ramon Ramos*, PLS
Chief Photogrammetrist
(exempt)
Name/Job Title/Classification¹ Hourly Billing Rates2 Effective Date of Hourly Rate

BILLING INFORMATION CALCULATION INFORMATION
Hourly Range -
Cost Proposal
5/29/2025
169.54%
Combined Indirect Cost Rate (ICR) %
Paul Rivers*
Aerial Project Manager
(exempt)
Not Applicable
Alice Ramos*, CP
Certified Photogrammetrist
(exempt)
Not Applicable
Prime Consultant
Subconsultant
2nd Tier Subconsultant
LPP 15-01 January 2020
ITEM 9
Local Assistance Procedures Manual Exhibit 10-H2
102.14$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 34.45$
105.21$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 35.48$ 3.00% 108.36$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 36.55$ 3.00% 111.61$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 37.64$ 3.00% 148.25$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 50.00$
152.69$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 51.50$ 3.00% 157.28$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 53.05$ 3.00% 161.99$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 54.64$ 3.00% 148.25$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 50.00$
152.69$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 51.50$ 3.00% 157.28$ N/A N/A 6/1/2027 5/31/2028 53.05$ 3.00% 161.99$ N/A N/A 6/1/2028 5/31/2029 54.64$ 3.00% NOTES:

Lowell Palacpac
CAD/Lidar Specialist
(exempt)
Giri Chintakunta
CAD Technician
(exempt)
Not Applicable
(Add pages as necessary)

All costs must comply with the Federal cost principles for reimbursement.

4. For named employees and key personnel enter the actual hourly rate. For classifications only, enter the Average Hourly Rate for that classification.

2. The cost proposal format shall not be amended.

1. Key personnel must be marked with an asterisk (*) and employees that are subject to prevailing wage requirements must be marked with two asterisks (**).All costs must comply with the Federal cost principles. Subconsultants will provide their own cost proposals.

Steve Demaisip
CAD/Imaging Specialist
(exempt)
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
LPP 15-01 January 2020
ITEM 9
Local Assistance Procedures Manual Exhibit 10-H2
Cost Proposal
Consultant
Project No. Contract No. Date 5/29/2025
Quantity Unit Unit Cost
TBD TBD Current IRS Rate
per hour $1,500
per hour $1,760
per hour $1,500NOTES:

3. Items when incurred for the same purpose, in like circumstance, should not be included in any indirect cost pool or in the overhead rate.

4. Items such as special tooling, will be reimbursed at actual cost with supporting documentation (invoice).

5. Items listed above that would be considered "tools of the trade" are not reimbursable as other direct cost.

11. Subconsultants must provide their own cost proposals.

6. Travel related costs should be pre-approved by the contracting agency and shall not exceed current State Department of Personnel Administration rules.

9. The cost proposal format shall not be amended. All costs must comply with the Federal cost principles.

10. Add additional pages if necessary.

1. List other direct cost items with estimated costs. These costs should be competitive in their respective industries and supported with appropriate documentation.

2. Proposed ODC items should be consistently billed regardless of client and contract type.

Note: Add additional pages if necessary.

Riegl Lidar Sensor
Aircraft Cessna 206
Total
Mileage Costs
UCFp Digital Photogrammetric camera
Description of Item
EXHIBIT 10-H2 COST PROPOSAL

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TBD
TBD
Ceres On-Call Engineering & Surveying
Prime Consultant
Subconsultant
2nd Tier Subconsultant
LPP 15-01 January 2020
ITEM 9
Local Assistance Procedures Manual Exhibit 10-H2
Cost Proposal
Prime Consultant or Subconsultant Certifying:

Name: Title *:

Signature : Date of Certification (mm/dd/yyyy):

Email: Phone Number:

Address:

List services the consultant is providing under the proposed contract:

EXHIBIT 10-H2 COST PROPOSAL Page 3 of 3

11. 23 Code of Federal Regulations Part 172 - Procurement, Management, and Administration ofEngineering and Design Related Service

12. 48 Code of Federal Regulations Part 9904 - Cost Accounting Standards Board (when applicable) Ramon B. Ramos Exec. VP, Principal
Certification of Direct Costs
I, the undersigned, certify to the best of my knowledge and belief that all direct costs identified on the cost proposal(s) in this contract are actual, reasonable, allowable, and allocable to the contract in accordance with the contract terms and the following requirements:

7. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

8. Terms and conditions of the contract

9. Title 23 United States Code Section 112 - Letting of Contracts

10. 48 Code of Federal Regulations Part 31 - Contract Cost Principles and Procedures aerial mapping via photogrammetry and/or Lidar, orthophotography, CAD, GIS *An individual executive or financial officer of the consultant’s or subconsultant’s organization at a level no lower than a Vice President or a Chief Financial Officer, or equivalent, who has authority to represent the financial information utilized to establish the cost proposal for the contract. 3151 Airway Ave., Suite G2, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
rbramos@gpsi‐corp.com 949-351-9427
5/29/2025
LPP 15-01 January 2020
ITEM 9
Local Assistance Procedures Manual Exhibit 10-H2
Consultant
Project No. Contract No. TBD TBD Date
For Combined Rate 20.08% + 149.46% =
For Home Office Rate 0.00% + 0.00% =
For Field Office Rate 0.00% + 0.00% =
=
Actual or Avg. % or $
Straight3
OT(1.5x) OT(2x) From To Hourly Rate4 Increase
257.95$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 87.00$
257.95$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 87.00$
257.95$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 87.00$
257.95$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 87.00$
213.83$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 72.12$
213.83$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 72.12$
116.61$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 39.33$
116.61$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 39.33$ Deborah Ninow Photogrammetric Technician
(exempt)
Not Applicable
OR
General & Administrative %

0.00%

0.00%
10%
Fringe Benefit %
EXHIBIT 10-H2 COST PROPOSAL Page 1 of 3

SPECIFIC RATE OF COMPENSATION (USE FOR ON-CALL OR AS-NEEDED CONTRACTS) (CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND INSPECTION CONTRACTS)
Note: Mark-ups are Not Allowed
Geospatial Professional Solutions, Inc. (Local Projects) Ceres On-Call Engineering & Surveying Participation Amount $ for Classifications Only
Not Applicable
Fee
Ramon Ramos*, PLS
Chief Photogrammetrist
(exempt)
Name/Job Title/Classification¹ Hourly Billing Rates2 Effective Date of Hourly Rate

BILLING INFORMATION CALCULATION INFORMATION
Hourly Range -
Cost Proposal
5/23/2025
169.54%
Combined Indirect Cost Rate (ICR) %
Paul Rivers*
Aerial Project Manager
(exempt)
Not Applicable
Alice Ramos*, CP
Certified Photogrammetrist
(exempt)
Not Applicable
Prime Consultant
Subconsultant
2nd Tier Subconsultant
LPP 15-01 January 2020
ITEM 9
Local Assistance Procedures Manual Exhibit 10-H2
102.14$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 34.45$
102.14$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 34.45$
148.25$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 50.00$
148.25$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 50.00$
148.25$ N/A N/A 6/1/2025 5/31/2026 50.00$
148.25$ N/A N/A 6/1/2026 5/31/2027 50.00$
NOTES:

Lowell Palacpac
CAD/Lidar Specialist
(exempt)
Giri Chintakunta
CAD Technician
(exempt)
Not Applicable
(Add pages as necessary)

All costs must comply with the Federal cost principles for reimbursement.

4. For named employees and key personnel enter the actual hourly rate. For classifications only, enter the Average Hourly Rate for that classification.

2. The cost proposal format shall not be amended.

1. Key personnel must be marked with an asterisk (*) and employees that are subject to prevailing wage requirements must be marked with two asterisks (**).All costs must comply with the Federal cost principles. Subconsultants will provide their own cost proposals.

Steve Demaisip
CAD/Imaging Specialist
(exempt)
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
LPP 15-01 January 2020
ITEM 9
Local Assistance Procedures Manual Exhibit 10-H2
Cost Proposal
Consultant
Project No. Contract No. Date 5/23/2025
Quantity Unit Unit Cost
TBD TBD Current IRS Rate
per hour $1,500
per hour $1,760
per hour $1,500NOTES:

3. Items when incurred for the same purpose, in like circumstance, should not be included in any indirect cost pool or in the overhead rate.

4. Items such as special tooling, will be reimbursed at actual cost with supporting documentation (invoice).

5. Items listed above that would be considered "tools of the trade" are not reimbursable as other direct cost.

11. Subconsultants must provide their own cost proposals.

6. Travel related costs should be pre-approved by the contracting agency and shall not exceed current State Department of Personnel Administration rules.

9. The cost proposal format shall not be amended. All costs must comply with the Federal cost principles.

10. Add additional pages if necessary.

1. List other direct cost items with estimated costs. These costs should be competitive in their respective industries and supported with appropriate documentation.

2. Proposed ODC items should be consistently billed regardless of client and contract type.

Note: Add additional pages if necessary.

Riegl Lidar Sensor
Aircraft Cessna 206
Total
Mileage Costs
UCFp Digital Photogrammetric camera
Description of Item
EXHIBIT 10-H2 COST PROPOSAL

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Name: Title *:

Signature : Date of Certification (mm/dd/yyyy):

Email: Phone Number:

Address:

List services the consultant is providing under the proposed contract:

EXHIBIT 10-H2 COST PROPOSAL Page 3 of 3

11. 23 Code of Federal Regulations Part 172 - Procurement, Management, and Administration ofEngineering and Design Related Service

7. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

8. Terms and conditions of the contract

9. Title 23 United States Code Section 112 - Letting of Contracts

CATEGORY POSITION HOURLY RATE
Communications
and
Administrative
Administrative Assistant $117
Strategic Communications Coordinator $125
Strategic Communications Specialist $152
Designers and
Technicians
CAD Technician I $142
CAD Design Technician II $164
Senior Designer $182
Planning
Assistant Planner I $145
Assistant Planner II $166
GIS Specialist $179
Planner I $196
Planner II $213
Senior Planner $223
Engineers
Engineering Technician $107
Assistant Engineer I $145
Assistant Engineer II $166
Project Engineer I $196
Project Engineer II $212
Senior Engineer I $229
Senior Engineer II $239
Senior Engineer III $256
Principal Engineer $266
Project
Management
Project Manager $239
Senior Project Manager $276
Project Director $295
Senior Project Director $315
Construction
Management
Services
Scheduler $185
*** Construction Inspector $205
Assistant Resident Engineer $205
Resident Engineer $220
Construction Manager $240
Principal Construction Manager $280
The
foregoing Billing Rate Schedule is effective through December 31, 2026 and will be adjusted each year after at a rate of up to 3%.

DIRECT PROJECT EXPENSES
Outside Reproduction Cost + 10%
Subcontracted or Subconsultant Services Cost + 10%
Travel & Subsistence (other than mileage) Cost
Auto Mileage Current IRS Rate
*** 40 hr
s per week assumed; part-time rates can be provided upon request Rates also subject to prevailing wage mandatory increases during a calendar year 2025-2026 FEE

ITEM 9
H. Eirm Qualifications
A Look at Our History
Established in 1972, Westwood is a {ull service, multi-discipline professional engineering firm providing services to public and private clients. With over 1,900 staff located across the United States and registrations in most states, Westwood is recognized as one of the top engineering firms in the country. Westwood provides quality professional civtl engineering, land surveying, landscape architecture, public outreach, traffic engineering, roundabout design, structural engineering, airport planning and design, environmental planning, electrical engineering, and more to support public improvement proiects. The goal of the company was, and still is, to combine the latest technology with a responsive, client-oriented staff to produce the best professional service possible. Westwood furnishes its clients with a unique, service- oriented product, stressing timeliness, responsiveness, and communication. ln 2024, O'Dell Engineering merged with Westwood Professional Services. O'Dell had provided public improvement services in California since 1994, including civil engineering, land surveying, and landscape architecture. The Westwood California team currently employs over 95 professionals with offices in Modesto, Merced, Pleasanton, and Fresno.

Why We Love Public Work
Our design philosophy is simple-improve communities in the most effective and economical way possible. We love to solve problems, we believe in adhering to schedules, and we live to make an element of community infrastru(ture better. We understand the significance that these projects have in the day-to-day lives of the locil community and believe that built projects should improve quality of life. lf selected to continue supporting the City of Ceres. we would take great care in providing the best as needed engineering services possible, as each project will directiy impact the City of Ceres community.

Our Central Valley Gommitment
Since 1994, our team has been dedicated to enhancing infrastructure and public spaces across the Central Valley. We proudly serve Stanislaus, San Joaquin. Tuolumne, Merced, Fresno, Tulare, and Kings Counties, as well as numerous cities; inclujing Ceres, Modesto, Patterson, Tracy, Lodi, Lathrop, Los Banos, Merced, Madera, Fresno, Clovis, Visalia, and Stockton. Throuih top-tier engineering and design services, we help communities thrive by delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions_ Wth thousands of completed public improvement pro1ects and more than 50 on-call agreements across California, we bring extensive expertise in infrastructure development. Our work encompasses roadway and utility improvements, water storage tanks and well development, parks, playgrounds, trails, parking lots, ADA accessibility upgiades, grant assistance, and regulatory compliance, We suppon locally, state, and federally funded capital improvement piolects, insuring that every initiative is completed with efficiency and excellence.

City of Ceres Experience
As a trusted local firm, we have cultivated a strong, long-standing partnership with the City of Ceres, successfully delivering more than 70 projects. our deep roots in the community enable us to provide innovative, high-quality infrastruciure solutions that enhance the daily lives of residents and support local businesses_ Our in-house multidisciplinary team offers expertise in civil engineering, land surveying, landscape architecture. structural engineering, and transportation engineering, along with speciaiized services such as stormwater management, joint trench utility coordination, and playground inspections. Over the years, we have played a pivotal role in shaping Ceres,s infrastructure, leading and supporting critical projects in roadway improvements. utility systems, parks, and public spaces_ With a comprehensive understanding of Ceres's geographic landscape, regulatory framework, and infrastructure priorities, we are uniquely equipped to contribute to the City's ongoing growth and development.

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Gomprehension of PotentialAssignments and Responsiveness to the Design Services Requirements
As Ceres continues to grow, its public infrastructure must adapt to meet increasing demands. The City faces the challenge of balancing new development while marntaining aging utiljties, roadways, and essential facilities-often within Iimited budgets.

Capital lmprovement Prolects (ClPs) are key to addressing these needs, providing a structured approach to infrastructure investments. Many of these projects have been in long-term planning, with budgets developed based on highJevel scope estimates, making strategic execution essential. As a trusted civil engineering consultant, Westwood Professional Services is committed to delivering technically sound, cost-effective solutions that align with the City's project goals and financial constraints. Our expertise spans pipelines, roadways, stormwater and wastewater systems, water infrastructure, and municipal buildings-all critical components of Ceres's infrastructure. We integrate innovative design, engineering best practices, and collaborative engagement with City staff to advance projects from planning to completion. By leveraging our experienced sustalnablllty goals, and community needs while optimizing available resources. Our approach includes comprehensive planning, precise design, and proactive project management, ensuring that Ceres's infrastructure investments deliver long-term value.

Problem-Solving and Analysis of Design Requirements
At Westwood Professional Services, we approach engineering challenges witha problem-solving mindset, leveraging our extensive experience in public works to identify common themes and effective solutions. By analyzing past prolects, we recognize patterns in roadway design, utility coordination, and site development, allowing us to anticipate potential obstacles and implement best practices.

Our process begins by thoroughly reviewing project requirements, existing site conditions, and applicable regulations. We assess factors such as right-of-way constraints, underground utilities, drainage patterns, and traffic flow to ensure our designs are both functional and cost-effective. For example, when workinq on roadwav rehabilitation, we (omDar companles to streamllne contllct resolution and minimize delays. By combining historical insights with a detailed evaluation of design criteria, we create practical, well-informed solutions tailored to each project's unique challenges. Our structured approach ensures we deliver complete, clear, and concise work products that meet project goals while optimizing ef ficiency and cost-effectiveness,
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Demonstrated Management and Organizational Ability
Centralized Project Management
We understand that the success of this local consultant list with the City of Ceres relies heavily on centralized, local and strong project management. To ensure this, we've selected two potential Projed Managers (Kristen Scheidt, PE, and Scott Roberts, PLS). Both are |ocal to the Central Valley, experienced with City of Ceres public improvement projects, and available for rapid response times and direct engagement with City staff, which is crucial for the smooth execution of prolects.

Both Kristen and Scott brang extensive experience managing public improvement projects across the Central Valley, with a focus on Stanislaus, San Joaquin, Merced, Madera, Fresno, and Tulare Counties. They developed a dedicated team of professionals that range from licensed engineers and surveyors to recent college graduates with advanced CAD skills. This team structure allows them to efficrently allocate the right mix of talent for every project, ensuring that tasks are completed with precision, timeliness, and cost-efficiency. Their approach provides Ceres with two consistent and familiar points of contact throughout the agreement, building trust and ensuring strong communication from start to finish.

Assembling a Team
For each task order, Kristen or Scott will strategically assemble a multidisciplinary team tailored to the specific needs of the project, drawing on our in-house expertise in civil engineering, land surveying, landscape architecture, transportation engheering, public outreach, grant assistance, structural and electrical engineering, roundabout design, and environmental services, as well as our subconsultant team and DBE resources.

Managing Schedules and Budgets
westwood Professional Services utilizes numerous tools to aid in effective schedule management. Once a pro.lect schedule has been confirmed between the City and consultant, it's input into the design team's ma"ster schedule, and a thoroughreview of potential conflicting milestones are internally reviewed. Early identiiication of potential conflicts allows forad.iustments in resources to ensure compliance with original schedule. By understanding all the downstream dependenciesand establishing approprrate resource allocation for each phasg there aie no delays in iolling from one phase oi a project into the next, shortening the overall timeline. By marntaining open lines of communication a;d sharing information througho_ut the design development process, we hope to facilitate shortened turnaround times on agency review, which are often difficult to estimate and manage.

As leaders within Westwood's California team, Kristen and Scott are well-versed in navigating the complexities of public infrastructure prolects including budget restraints, expedited schedules, City coordinatio-n, an-d subconsultant management.

Their track records of delivering high-quality results, combined with excellent communication and problem-solving skills, make them ideal partners for the City. They are both committed to ensuring that the goals and prjorities of;veryproject align seamlessly with the City's vision With their expertise and leaderchip, we ire confident that we cjncontinue to provide the City of Ceres with reliable, efficient, and high-quality support for public infrastructureimprovement proiects.

QualityWork Product
Westwood Professional Services brings extensive experience in public works projects, including roadways, utilities, parks, and site development, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality wori for the City of Ceres and sunounding areas.. Our deep understanding of local regulations, infrastructure needs, and community priorities enables us to deve-lop complete, clear, and concise work products that meet the highest standards of accuracy'and efficiency.

We uphold a rigorous Quality Assurance program designed to ensure technical precision, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery. Every design undergoes multiple internal reviews to optimize functionality. enhance constructability, and maintain compliance with municipal and industry standards. Additionally, for proJects requiring specialized expertise, we collaboratewith external professionals to further validate methods and design approaches Our comprehensive knowledge of public inf rastructure-f rom roadway improvements and utility upgrades to site development-positions us to efficiently manage prolects of all sizes. By leveraging our technicjl exfertise and thorough review process, we ensure that every deliverable is well-executed, economically efficient, and aligned with the needs of the City of Ceres and its communities.

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Einancial Responsibility
Westwood is a financially strong and stable corporation with a proven track record of sustained growth and strategic investment. The firm consistently demonstrates financial resilience and industry leadership, as evidenced by numerous accolades and achievements. Westwood's leadership is reflected in its rising positaon on the Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firms list, advancin g lrom #122 to #79, hiqhliqhting its increasing revenue and expanding market presence.

The firm has also been recognized by the Zweig Group as one of the fastest-growing firms in the architecture, engineenng, and construction (AEC) sector lnclusion in the Top 100 Hot Firms list underscores its rapid growth, while recognition as one of the Best Firms to Work For reflects its commitment to a strong workplace culture and employee satisfaction. ln 2024, Blackstone made a majority investment in Westwood Professional Services, strengthening the company's financial foundation and providing enhanced resources for continued growth and innovation. For over 50 years, Westwood has been dedicated to building stronger communities through critical engineering and design services. With solid financial standing and strategic partnerships, the firm is well-positioned to support large-scale projects and ensure long-term stability.

Eamiliaritywith State and Eederal Procedures
The Westwood team has been actively involved in tax, local, grant, state, and federally funded public improvement projects for more than 30 years in California, delivering projects at the federal, state, and local levels. Westwood consistently partners with an accounting firm specializing in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)compliance to establish a compliant overhead rate and remains fully aligned with all FAR requirements- Our firm has extensive experience with programs such as the Federal Highway Bridge Program (HBP). the LocalAssistance Manual, the Division of the State Architect, Caltrans Standards, Specifications, and procedures, the Transportation Enhancement Program, the Active Transportation Program, and the Federal Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) Program. Westwood's surveying services follow Caltrans Right-of-Way and Survey Manual guidincq and we are experienced in meeting the requirements of Local Procedures Manual Chapter 14. Additionally, Westwood has provrded on-call right-of-way engineering and surveying services for Caltrans District '10. We understand that many funding sources demand clear systems of accountability, DBE participation, oversight committees, independent audits, specialized projeci signage, and public outreach. Westwood is commatted to meeting these requirements and ensuring that project outcomes honor the intent of the funding sources while enhancing the community. As a DIR-registered firm, Westwood biings extensive experience with California and federal prevailing wage compliance, includrng the preparation of certified payroll. Our -alifornia team has successfully supported public improvement projects funded through a wide range oJ sources, including:
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. City of Turlock
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SHORT.AND LONG-TERM GOALS TO BE ATRUE PARTNER
2 Our short- and long-term goals center on building genuine partnerships with local agencies in the communities where our team lives and works, with a focus on supporting critical infrastructure improvements. We aim for every pro.,ect to thoughtfully reflect the unique character of the community, align with your goals, meet your needs, and shape the future direction ol your infrastructure systems.

Our collaboration will be rooted in trust, mutual understanding, and unwavering dedication. We are committed to being available, responsive, and fully engaged as we work together to deliver exceptional improvements, one proiect at a time_
HOWCANWEHELP?
westwood Professional services is fully equipped to provide a comprehensive range o{ services to the city of ceres, including civil engineering, land surveying, landscape archite(ture, transportation engineering, utility design, roundabout design, public outreach, grant assistance, and environmental and stru.tural engineering. With a dedicated team in Modesto and additional support from our offices in Merced, Fresno, and Pleasanton, we bring deep local knowledge and a commitment to the central Valley's success. we prioritize sustainability, inclusivity, and innovation, making us the ideal choice for Ceres's engineering and surveying needs. Our team understands the importance of reliable. responsive service and is committed to being a trusted partner, delivering high-qualrty improvements that me€t the City's goals and enhance the community.
succEssFut ACQUISITTON OE FUNDING
with growing community needs and funding limitations, bringing city goals to life can be challenging. our team is extremely experienced at partnering with publi( agencies to secure funding. svategies such as public and private grants, friends of parks programs, capital fundraising campaigns, social media crowdfunding, community partnerships, and advertisement-based revenue can work together or independently to acquire and sustain funding. Our team has had a lot of su(cess acquiring millions o{ dollars of grant funding and would happily assist you in your efforts. Our assistance can be as minimal as suggesting funding options and creating conceptual plans for grant applications, to writing, submitting, and managing complex grant fund applications.

LOCAL, DEDICATED, & PASSIONATE PROJECT MANAGEBS
For any city of ceres prqect, we will provide a dedicated Project Manager-either Kristen Scheidt, pE, or Scott Roberts, Pls-both with extensive experience in public improvement projects and a deep understandinq of Ceres and the Cefltral Valley. Both have direct experience working for the City, giving them unique insight into its pro(esses and priorities. Wewillassign the most appropriate Prgect Manager to serve asthe City's single pointofcontact, ensuring seamless communication and efficient coordioation. our lo(al presence and commitment to ceres minimize delays, optimize resources, and ensure proiects align with the City's vision while me€ting rhe highest standards of quality and sustainability.

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COMMITMENT TO THE REGION
Our team is dedicated to delivering innovative, sustainable, and inclusive infrastructure improvements across the Central Valley. With strategically located offices in Modesto, Pleasanton, Merced, and Fresno and a proven track record with agencies such as the City ol Ceres, the City of Modesto, the City of Patterson, the City of Tudock, Stanislaus County, and more, we have a deep understanding o{ the region's unique challenges. Our extensive experience in roadway, utility, and site development positions us as a strong partner lor Ceres, as we have been for many years. We are committed to working closely with your leam to ensure that each project reflects the City's goals and meets the needs oi the community, while upholding the highest standards of quality and sustainabrlity.

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General Civil Engineering and Surveyrng
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Pro\ride construction plans and ryecifications of various road prolects.

Provide construction plans and specifications for various utility projects (i.e., watel sewer, storm, etc.) Provide construction suppo(finspection on various proiects Provide alignrnent studies and cost estirnates
Prepare applications for various grants
Prepare various studies that are related to roads, water, sewer, and storm drains Assist with regulatory compliance and negotiation with Federal, State, and other agencies as necessary Manage sub-consultant to complete the pro.,€cts (geotechnical faffic, environmental, etc.) Prepare topographic and planimetric survey of proposed City pro.iectt including all underground utility location(s) based on USA markings, digital terrain modeling for contour inlerpolation, profile, cross- section, and earthwork volume calculations.

Prepare drawings o{ the survey based on the latest AutoCAD version (2018 or newer) Provide land records research for boundary determrnation of existing and proposed City properties and right-oi-way.

Recover existing monuments, including monuments (section corners, etc.) property corners, right-of- way monuments, and benchmark.

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Re-establish lost or obliterated corners
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Westwood is capable of completing the following as requested in the RFQ.

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Randy Canoll, PE
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COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT

CITY COUNCIL
Javier Lopez, Mayor
James Casey, Dist.1
Rosalinda L. Vierra, Dist. 2
Cerina Otero, Dist. 3
Daniel A. Martinez, Dist. 4
MEETING DATE: July 14, 2025
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Douglas D. Dunford, City Manager
CONTACT: Michael R. Beltran II, P.E., Director of Engineering/City Engineer [email protected], (209) 538-5775
SUBJECT: Resolution No. 2025-XXX, Accepting the Fire Training Facility Phase 3 Tactical Tower Project as Complete and Authoriz ing the Filing of the Notice of Completion
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:

Staff recommends the City Council to adopt a Resolution accepting the Fire Training Facility Phase 3 Tactical Tower Project as complete; and, authorize the filing of the Notice of Completion.

I. BACKGROUND:

This project consisted of installing a Regional Fire Training Facility at the former location of Ceres Fire Station No. 17 located at 420 Service Road. Various local fire departments and training programs will utilize the Tactical Tower for training purposes. The Tactical Tower has 4 levels of large shipping containers and includes features such as grapple walls, staircases, vent and enter windows, and utility standpipe connections. Funding was provided by six different sources which include Yosemite Community College District (YCCD), County Regional Fire Authority (RFA), City of Ceres, Modesto Fire, Turlock Fire, and Stanislaus Consolidated Fire Protection District (SCFPD) II. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION:

All work has been completed in accordance with the contract, plans, specifications, and to the satisfaction of the City.

III. FISCAL IMPACTS:

The contract was awarded in the amount of $1,013,582.05, plus a 10% contingency. The final construction cost for the project was $ 1,031,687.83, that includes the use of 2% of the contingency in the amount of $18,105.78.

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IV. EXISTING POLICY / RELATIONSHIP TO THE STRATEGIC PLAN:

This project was in conformance with the fifth priority of the Strategic Plan to ensure the City has helpful, well trained, properly equipped, and sufficient staff who partners with other public agencies to provide efficient services
V. POLICY ALTERNATIVES:

The City Council can choose to:

1. Approve the request as recommended by staff; or

2. Deny the request; or

3. Continue to a future City Council Meeting
VI. INTERDEPARTMENTAL COORDINATION:

This project has been coordinated with the Public Works Department and Fire Department.

VII. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:

N/A
VIII. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

The project was filed with a Categorical Exemption under section 15301 Class I (b)(c)(d) IX. STEPS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:

The Notice of Completion will be filed.

Approved by: _______________________
Douglas D. Dunford,
City Manager
Attachments:

1. Attachment A – Resolution

2. Attachment B – Notice of Completion
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ATTACHMENT A
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XXX
ACCEPTING THE FIRE TRAINING FACILITY PHASE 3 TACTICAL

TOWER PROJECT AS COMPLETE AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING

OF THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION

THE CITY COUNCIL
City of Ceres
WHEREAS, American Fire Training Systems Inc. has completed all work required pursuant to their contract with the City of Ceres for the Fire Training Facility Phase 3 Tactical Tower Project; and
WHEREAS, the Director of Engineering has recommended that this project be accepted as complete, and that the contractor, American Fire Training Systems Inc. be paid all sums due under the contract; and
WHEREAS, the final contract amount is $1,031,687.83 and the funds to cover the final payment are available in project number 2521; and WHEREAS, it appears that the sums due under the contract are reasonable.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Ceres does hereby accept the Fire Training Facility Phase 3 Tactical Tower Project as complete and authorizes the filing of the notice of completion.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Ceres City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on the 14th day of July 2025, by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmembers:

NOES: Councilmembers:

ABSENT: Councilmembers:

ABSTAIN: Councilmembers:
________________________________
Javier Lopez, Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________________
Fallon Martin, City Clerk
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ATTACHMENT B

RECORDING REQUESTED BY &
WHEN RECORDED, MAIL TO:

City Clerk
City of Ceres
2220 Magnolia Street
Ceres, California 95307

NOTICE OF COMPLETION

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN:

1. On June 10, 2024, the City of Ceres, a municipal Corporation in the County of Stanislaus, State of California accepted the bid of American Fire Training Systems Inc. , for the Fire Training Facility Phase 3 Tactical Tower.

2. On June 6, 2025 , the said contract was completed by American Fire Training Systems Inc., and accepted by the City Council of the City of Ceres at a regular meeting of the City Council held on July 14, 2025

VERIFICATION

I, the undersigned, affirm:

I am the person wh o signed the foregoing notice. I have read and understand the above notice and know its contents, and the facts stated therein are true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.

Executed in the City of Ceres, County of Stanislaus, State of California on this 14th day of July 2025.

By: ______________________________________
Fallon Martin, City Clerk
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COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT

Resolution No. 2025-XXX, Approving a Three-Year Agreement with Dr. Jocelyn Roland, Ph.D., ABPP to Provide Psychological Counseling for all Police Employees and Preemployment
Psychological Exams for Police Officer Applicants and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Agreement
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:

Staff recommends the C ity Council approve a three -year (3-year) agreement with Dr. Jocelyn Roland, Ph.D., ABPP to provide psychological counseling for all Police Employees and preemployment psychological examinations for Police Officer applicants.

I. BACKGROUND:

Dr. Jocelyn Roland has been providing psychological service s for t he Ceres Police Department since 2004 by being on retainer to provide counseling to police personnel after a critical incident or for any p rofessional difficulties an employee may be experiencing. In addition, she is the primary psychologist for all psychological examinations required for all Police Officer a pplicants as part of the background investigation.

Since 2004, Dr. Roland’s agreement has been a one-year (1-year) agreement that has been renewed annually in June.

II. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION:

In an effort to reduce paperwork and increase efficiency , staff identified the need to change Dr. Roland’s one -year (1-year) agreement to a three -year (3-year) agreement.

This also allows the Police and Human Resources Departments to lock in their costs for three (3) years.

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III. FISCAL IMPACTS:

The cost for Dr. Roland’s agreement is budgeted across multiple funding sources and accounts within the Police and Human Resource Department’s budgets. The Police Department budgets for the cost of the annual retainer in 10009.029900 (Non-Sworn Personnel – Investigative Services) , 10010.029900 (Sworn Personnel – Investigative Services) and 26210.029900 (Measure H - Investigative Services).

The Human Resources Department budgets for the cost of the pre -employment psychological examinations in 10066.020500 (Human Resources – Medical Services).

These are an on-going, annual costs that are always included in the budgets of the Police and Human Resources Departments.

IV. EXISTING POLICY / RELATIONSHIP TO THE STRATEGIC PLAN:

N/A
V. POLICY ALTERNATIVES:

Council could choose not to approve this agreement. Staff would continue to process Dr.

Roland’s agreement annually.

VI. INTERDEPARTMENTAL COORDINATION:

N/A
VII. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:

N/A
VIII. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

N/A
IX. STEPS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:

Following Council approval, the Chief’s Administrative Secretary will route the Professional Services Agreement through the proper workflow at City Hall to obtain all the needed signatures to fully execute the agreement.

Approved by: ____________________
Douglas D. Dunford
City Manager

Attachments:

1. Attachment A – Resolution

2. Attachment B – Professional Services Agreement
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XXX
APPROVING A THREE-YEAR AGREEMENT WITH DR. JOCELYN ROLAND, PH.D.,

ABPP TO PROVIDE PSYCHOLOGICAL COUNSELING FOR ALL POLICE

EMPLOYEES AND PREEMPLOYMENT PSYCHOLOGICAL EXAMS FOR POLICE

OFFICER APPLICANTS AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE

THE AGREEMENT

THE CITY COUNCIL
City of Ceres

WHEREAS, the Ceres Police Department has utilized the professional services of Dr. Jocelyn Roland, Ph.D. since 2004; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Roland has renewed her agreement with the Ceres Police Department on an annual basis since 2004; and

WHEREAS, in an effort to reduce paperwork and improve efficiency, staff has identified the need for Dr. Roland’s annual agreement to be changed to a three -year (3- year) agreement.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Ceres hereby approves a three -year agreement with Dr. Jocelyn Roland , Ph.D., ABPP to provide psychological counseling for all police employees and preemployment psychological exams for police officer applicants and authorizes the City Manager to execute the agreement.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Ceres City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on the 14th day of July 2025 by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmembers:

NOES: Councilmembers:

ABSENT: Councilmembers:

ABSTAIN: Councilmembers:

________________________________
Javier Lopez, Mayor

ATTEST:

_________________________________
Fallon Martin, City Clerk

ATTACHMENT A
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ATTACHMENT B

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF CERES AND JOCELYN E. ROLAND, Ph.D., ABPP

THIS PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT (“Agreement”) is made and entered into this 1st day of August, 2025, by and between the City of Ceres, a municipal corporation of the State of California (“ City”), whose address is 2220 Magnolia Street Ceres, California 95307 and Jocelyn E. Roland, a California Business, (“ Professional”), whose address is 2937 Veneman Avenue, Suite B -125, Modesto, CA 95356 (each individually a “ Party” and collectively the “Parties”). There are no other parties to this Agreement.

RECITALS

A. City seeks to hire an independent contractor to perform counseling/therapy to all sworn officers, community service officers and dispatchers.

B. Professional has made a proposal to City to provide such services . A description of the services Professional proposes to provide is included in the Scope of Services in Exhibit A (“Services”). City desires to retain Professional to perform the Services, subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.

C. The Parties have outlined the rates and method of payment to Professional for its performance of the Services under this Agreement, which shall be included in the Scope of Services in Exhibit A.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the promises and covenants set forth below, the Parties agree as follows:

AGREEMENT

Section 1. Recitals. The recitals set forth above (“Recitals”) are true and correct and are hereby incorporated into and made part of this Agreement by this reference. In the event of any inconsistency between the Recitals and Section 1 through 29 of this Agreement, Sections 1 through 29 shall prevail. In the event of any inconsistency between Exhibit A and this Agreement, this Agreement shall prevail.

Section 2. Term. This Agreement shall be in place for three (3) years after the Effective Date (the “Term ”) unless the Parties mutually agree in writing to terminate the Agreement earlier or extend the Term pursuant to this Agreement.

Section 3. Effective Date. This Agreement shall become effective August 1, 2025 (“Effective Date”) and only once all of the Parties have executed the Agreement.

Section 4. Compensation.

4.1. Amount, Time, and Manner of Payment for Professional Services. City shall pay Professional according to the rates and timing set forth in Exhibit A . City’s total compensation to ITEM 11

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Professional for Counseling/Therapy and Critical Incident Stress Debriefing shall not exceed the following unless the Parties mutually agree in writing otherwise:

• August 1, 2025–June 30, 2026: Twelve Thousand Dollars ($12,000.00) (“Maximum Payment”)
• July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027: Thirteen Thousand Dollars ($13,000.00) (“Maximum Payment”) • July 1, 2027-June 30, 2028: Thirteen Thousand Dollars ($13,000.00) (“Maximum Payment”)

For Pre-Employment Psychological Screenings, City shall pay Professional Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) per Pre-Employment Evaluation (“PPE) completed,.

For PPE’s that are not canceled within two (2) business days of the scheduled appointment and “no shows” for appointments will be billed by the Professional at the regular rate. This includes “hold” appointments that are not released within two (2) business days of the scheduled appointment.

Canceled interview appointments (when testing has taken place, but the interview has not) will be charged by the Professional a $150.00 fee for the cost of the tests. No fee will be charged by the Professional for the interview appointment if it is canceled within the allowe d window of two (2) business days.

Personnel assigned by Professional to perform under this Agreement have no Employer - Employee relationship with the City, but are employees of Professional, who is ultimately responsible for providing salary, benefits, workers compensation insurance, local travel and miscellaneous office expenses within the above-listed hourly rate.

4.2. Subsequent Payments. City shall make payments in the amount invoiced by Professional within thirty (30) calendar days of receiving such invoice. In the event that an amount of an invoice is in dispute, City shall inform Professional of the amount and basis for the dispute and may withhold the amount which is in dispute until the dispute has been resolved.

4.3. Invoices. Professional shall provide City with invoices sufficiently evidencing Professional’s justification for payment , expenses and completion of the Services. All invoices furnished to City by Professional shall be in a form approved by City. The payments specified shall be the only payments made to Professional for performance of the Services . Professional shall submit all billings for Services to City within thirty (30) days of when payment is due. City shall issue payment according to City’s customary procedures and practices for issuing payments to independent contractors.

Section 5. Time of Performance. The time of performance is a material term of this Agreement relied on by City in entering into this Agreement. Professional understands and agrees that work performed under this Agreement is required to be completed according to strict time constraints as outlined in the City Municipal Code and State law.

Section 6. City Assistance to Professional. Professional shall, at its sole cost and expense, furnish all facilities, equipment, materials, information, personnel , and ad ministrative assistance ITEM 11

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which may be required to perform its obligations under this Agreement, with the exception of items of City assistance specified in Exhibit A . City shall furnish to Professional only the facilities, equipment, materials, information, personnel, and administrative assistance specified in Exhibit A.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, City shall cooperate with Professional and shall not actively interfere with Professional’s performance of Services under this Agreement.

Section 7. Time and Personnel Devoted to Services. Professional shall devote such time and personnel to the performance of this Agreement , as is necessary to perform the Services in compliance with this Agreement.

Section 8. Performance by Qualified Personnel; No Subcontracting . Services under this Agreement shall be performed only by competent personnel under the supervision and direct employment of Professional. Professional shall conform with City’s reasonable requests regarding assignment of personnel, but all personnel, including those assigned at City’s request, shall be supervised by Professional. Professional is prohibited from subcontracting this Agreement or any part of it unless such subcontracting is expressly approved by City in writing. Neither Party shall, on the basis of this Agreement, contract on behalf of, or in the name of the other Party. An agreement made in violation of this provision shall confer no rights on any Party and shall be null and void.

Section 9. Representations of Professional. City relies upon the following representations by Professional in entering into this Agreement:

9.1. Qualifications. Professional represents that it is qualified to perform the Services provided in Exhibit A and that it possesses the necessary licenses , permits required to perform the Services or will obtain such licenses or permits prior to the time such licenses or permits are required.

Professional shall also ensure that all subcontractors (as approved by City under Section 8 of this Agreement) are similarly licensed and qualified . Professional represents and warrants to City that Professional shall, at Professional’s sole cost and expense, keep in effect or obtain at all times during the Term of this Agreement, any licenses, permits, and approvals which are legally required for Professional to practice Professional’s profession at the time the Services are rendered.

9.2. Professional Performance. Professional represents and warrants that all Services under this Agreement shall be performed in a professional manner and shall conform to the customs and standards of practice observed on similar, successfully completed projects by specialists in the Services to be provided. Professional shall adhere to accepted professional standards as set forth by relevant professional associations and shall perform all Services required under this Agreement in a manner consistent with generally accepted professional customs, procedures, and standards for such Services. All work or products completed by Professional shall be completed using the best practices available for the profession and shall be free from any defects. Professional agrees that, if a Service is not so performed, in addition to all of its obligations under this Agreement and at law, Professional shall re-perform or replace unsatisfactory Service at no additional expense to City.

9.3. No Waiver of Claims. The granting of any payment by City, or the receipt thereof by Professional, or any inspection, review, approval or oral statement by any representative of City shall not, in any way, waive, limit, or replace any certification or approval procedures normally required or lessen the liability of Professional to re -perform or replace unsatisfactory Service, ITEM 11

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including but not limited to cases where the unsatisfactory character of such Service may not have been apparent or detected at the time of such payment, inspection, review or approval.

9.4. City’s Remedies are Cumulative. Nothing in this Section shall constitute a waiver or limitation of any right or remedy, whether in equity or at law, which City or Professional may have under this Agreement or any applicable law. All rights and remedies of City, whether under this Agreement or applicable law, shall be cumulative.

9.5. No Conflict of Interest. Professional represents that no conflict of interest will be created under state or federal law by entering into or in carrying out this Agreement.

9.6. Excusable Delays; Notice to Other Party of Delay. Professional shall not be in breach of this Agreement in the event that performance of Services is temporarily interrupted or discontinued due to a “ Force Majeure” event which is defined as: riots, wars, sabotage, civil disturbances, insurrections, explosion, natural disasters such as floods, earthquakes, landslides, fires, strikes, lockouts and other labor disturbances or other catastrophic events, which are beyond the reasonable control of Professional. Force Majeure does not include: (a) Professional’s financial inability to perform; (b) Professional’s failure to obtain any necessary permits or licenses from other governmental agencies; or (c) Any similar failure which is due solely to the acts or omissions of the Professional.

Section 10. Conformity with Law and Safety. Professional shall observe and comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, codes and regulations of governmental agencies, including federal, state, municipal and local governing bodies having jurisdiction over any or all of the scope of Services, including all provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1979 as amended, all California Occupational Safety and Health Regulations, the California Building Code, the American with Disabilities Act, any co pyright, patent or trademark law and all other applicable federal, state, municipal and local safety regulations, appropriate trade association safety standards, and appropriate equipment manufacturer instructions. All Services performed by Professional must be in accordance with these laws, ordinances, codes and regulations. Professional ’s failure to comply with any laws, ordinances, codes or regulations applicable to the performance of the Services hereunder shall constitute a breach of contract. In cases where standards conflict, the standard providing the highest degree of protection shall prevail.

Section 11. Confidentiality. Professional understands and agrees that, in the performance of Services under this Agreement or in the contemplation thereof, Professional may have access to private or confidential information that may be owned or controlled by City and that such information may contain proprietary or confidential details, the disclosure of which to third parties may be damaging to City (“Confidential Information”).

Professional shall not, either during or after the Term, disclose to any third party any Confidential Information without the prior written consent of City. If City gives Professional written authorization to make any such disclosure, Professional shall do so only within the limits and to the extent of that authorization. Professional may be directed or advised by the City Attorney on various matters relating to the performance of the Services on the Project or on other matters pertaining to the Project, and in such event, Professional agrees that it will treat all communications between itself, ITEM 11

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its employees and its subcontractors as being communications which are within the attorney- client privilege.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, Professional may disclose Confidential Information required to be disclosed under law, provided that, prior to disclosure, Professional shall first give notice to City and make a reasonable effort to obtain a protective order requiring that City’s Confidential Information not be disclosed. This exception is limited to the extent disclosure is required under law.

Section 12. Assignment Prohibited. No Party to this Agreement may assign any right or obligation pursuant to this Agreement. Any attempt or purported assignment of any right or obligation pursuant to this Agreement shall be void and of no effect.

Section 13. Suspension of Services by City. City reserves the right to suspend Professional ’s Services under this Agreement when City determines that it is necessary to do so. When possible, City shall give Professional notice of such suspension and Professional shall, upon receipt of said notice, suspend all Services except any Services the completion of which is authorized by the notice given by City. If the Services are suspended by City for more than sixty (60) consecutive days, for reasons other than the fault of the Professional , the Professional shall be compensated for Services performed prior to notice of such suspension. When Services are resumed, the Professional ’s compensation shall be equitably adjusted by the City to provide for expenses incurred by the interruption of the Services . In this regard, Professional shall furnish to City such financial information as in the judgment of the City Manager (or his or her designee) is necessary to determine the reasonable value of the Services rendered by Professional during the period when Services were suspended.

If the Professional is unable to agree upon the amount of extra compensation which is due to Professional within thirty (30) days of Professional resuming Services, the amount of such additional compensation, if any, that is required to appropriately compensate the Professional for its expenses incurred by the interruption of Services may, upon the request of either Party, be determined by arbitration conducted in accordance Section 20. Such arbitration shall be commenced by the Professional no later than sixty (60) calendar days following the event which entitles the P arties to pursue arbitration unless the Parties agree in writing to an extended time period for commencement of arbitration. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, all Parties shall carry on the Services and perform their duties during any arbitration proceedings, and the City shall continue to make payments for the Services in progress as required by this Agreement.

Section 14. Ownership of Work Product. Any and all work, artwork, copy, photographs, videotapes, audiotapes, software, reports, drawings, diagrams, surveys, source codes, professional or technical information or data, photographs, notes, letters, emails or any original works of authorship created by Professional or its subcontractors or subcontractors in connection with Services performed under this Agreement (“Products”) shall be works for hire as defined under Title 17 of the United States Code, and all copyrights in such works are the property of City. In the event that it is ever determined that any Product created by Professional o r its subcontractors or subcontractors under this Agreement are not works for hire under U.S. law, Professional hereby assigns all copyrights to such Products to City. With the prior written approval of City's point of ITEM 11

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contact for the Project, Professional may retain and use copies of such Products for reference and as documentation of its experience and capabilities.

All Products shall become the property of City irrespective of where they are located or stored and Professional agrees to deliver all such documents and information to City, without charge and in whatever form it exists, on the completion of the Professional’s services hereunder. Professional shall have no ownership interest in such Products.

All work product of Professional under this Agreement, including written information which City will cause to be distributed for either internal or public circulation, including both preliminary and final drafts shall be delivered to City in both printed and electronic form.

When this Agreement is terminated, Professional agrees to return to City all documents, drawings, photographs, and other written or graphic material, however produced, that it received from City, its contractors or agents, in connection with the performance of its Services under this Agreement. All materials shall be returned in the same condition as received.

Section 15. Termination of Work by City for Its Convenience. City shall have the right to terminate this Agreement at any time for its convenience by giving notice of such termination to Professional. In the event City shall give such notice of termination, Professional shall cease rendering Services upon receipt of said notice given as required in this Agreement. If City terminates this Agreement:

(a) Professional shall deliver copies of all work prepared by it pursuant to this Agreement.

(b) If City terminates this Agreement after Professional has commenced any Services under this Agreement, City shall pay Professional the reasonable value of the S ervices rendered by Professional pursuant to this Agreement prior to termination of this Agreement. City shall not in any manner be liable for Professional’s actual or projected lost profits had Professional completed the Services . Professional shall furnish to City such financial information, as in the judgment of the City Manager, is necessary to determine the reasonable value of the Services rendered by Professional prior to termination. In the event of a dispute as to the reasonable value of the Services rendered by Professional prior to termination and the P arties are unable to agree upon said amount within sixty (60) calendar days following the date of the notice of termination by the City, such dispute may, upon the request of either P arty, be resolved by arbitration conducted in accordance with Section 20.

(c) Except as provided in this Agreement, in no event shall City be liable for costs incurred by or on behalf of Professional after the date of the notice of termination.

Section 16. Assurance of Performance. If, at any time, City believes Professional may not be adequately performing its obligations under this Agreement or may fail to complete the Services as required by this Agreement, City may submit a written request to Professional for written assurances of performance and a plan to correct observed deficiencies in Professional’s performance. Failure to ITEM 11

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provide written assurances subsequent to such written request, constitutes grounds to declare a breach under this Agreement.

Section 17. Cancellation for Breach by Either Party. Should either P arty fail to substantially perform its obligations in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement, the other P arty shall thereupon have the right to cancel the Agreement by giving written notice and specifying the effective date of such cancellation. If City cancels this Agreement for breach and it is subsequently determined that Professional did not fail to substantially perform its obligations in accordance with this Agreement, then cancellation for breach by City shall be deemed, and treated, as termination for convenience.

Neither Party waives the right to recover damages against the other for breach of this Agreement including any amount necessary to compensate City for all detriment proximately caused by Professional's failure to perform its obligations hereunder or which in the ordinary course of things would be likely to result therefrom. City reserves the right to offset such damages against any payments owed to Professional.

City shall not in any manner be liable for Professional ’s actual or projected lost profits had Professional completed the Services required by this Agreement.

In the event of cancellation by either Party, copies of all finished or unfinished Products shall become the property of City.

Section 18. Non-Discrimination. In its performance of the Services , Professional shall adhere to the City’s EEO Policy which states, “The City is committed to ensuring that all qualified individuals have a full and fair opportunity to compete in all phase of the hiring process and promotion, and to enjoy the benefits of employment with the City. All employees and applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment in employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal or state statutes, the City’s ordinances, resolutions, rules or regulations.”

Section 19. Arbitration of Disputes. All claims, disputes and other matters in question between City and Professional arising out of, or relating to this Agreement or the breach thereof, including claims of Professional for extra compensation for Services related to the Project shall be decided by arbitration before a single arbitrator in accordance with the provisions of Sections 1281 to 1284.2 of the California Code of Civil Procedure (the “ Arbitration Laws”) unless the P arties mutually agree otherwise. The provisions of Section 1283.05 of the Arbitration Laws apply to any arbitration proceeding except as otherwise provided in this Agreement. The arbitrator shall have authority to decide all issues between the P arties including, but not limited to, claims for extras, delay and liquidated damages, if any, provided for in this Agreement, matters involving defects in the work product of the Professional, rights to payment, and whether the necessary procedures for arbitration have been followed. The award rendered by the arbitrator shall be final, and judgment may be entered upon it in accordance with applicable law in any court having jurisdiction thereof.

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Notice of the demand for arbitration shall be filed in writing with the other P arty. The demand for arbitration shall be made within a reasonable time after the claim, dispute or other matter in question has arisen, and in no event shall it be made after the date when institution of legal or equitable proceedings based on such claim, dispute or other matter in question would be barred by the applicable statute of limitations.

The Parties shall jointly appoint an arbitrator within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of giving the notice of the demand for arbitration. If the P arties are unable to jointly agree upon the appointment of an arbitrator within said fifteen (15) calendar day period, and do not agree in writing to extend said period for a fixed period, then either P arty may seek to have the arbitrator appointed by the Superior Court of Stanislaus County in accordance with the Arbitration Laws.

If any proceeding is brought to contest the right to arbitrate and it is determined that such right exists, the losing Party shall pay all costs and attorneys' fees incurred by the prevailing party.

In addition to the other rules of law which may be applicable to any arbitration hereunder, the following shall apply:

(a) Promptly upon the filing of the arbitration each Party shall be required to set forth in writing and to serve upon each other Party a detailed statement of its contentions of fact and law.

(b) All parties to the arbitration shall be entitled to the discovery procedures as provided in Section 1283.05 of the California Code of Civil Procedure.

(c) The arbitration shall be commenced and conducted as expeditiously as possible consistent with affording reasonable discovery as provided herein.

(d) These additional rules shall be implemented and applied by the arbitrator.

The costs of arbitration shall be borne by the P arties as determined by the arbitrator, but each Party shall bear its own attorney's fees associated with the dispute with the other P arty and to the arbitration.

Section 20. Insurance Coverage. During the Term, the Professional shall maintain in full force and effect policies of insurance set forth herein , which shall be placed with insurers with a current A M Best’s rating of no less than A VII, and will provide the City with written proof of said insurance. Professional shall maintain coverage as follows:

20.1. General Liability. Professional shall carry general liability insurance in the amount of Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000.00) per occurrence for b odily injury, personal injury, and property damage. If commercial general liability insurance or another form with a general aggregate limit is used, either the general aggregate limit shall apply separately to work performed under this Agreement or the general aggregate shall be Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000.00).

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20.2. Worker's Compensation Insurance and Employer's Liability. Professional shall carry workers’ compensation insurance as required by the State of California under the Labor Code.

Professional shall also carry employer’s liability insurance in the amount of One Million Dollars ($1,000,000.00) per accident, with a One Million Dollar ($1,000,000.00) policy limit for bodily injury by disease, and a One Million Dollar ($1,000,000.00) limit for each employee’s bodily injury by disease.

20.3 Errors and Omissions Liability . Professional shall carry errors and omissions liability insurance in the amount of no less than One Million Dollars ($1,000,000.00) per claim or greater if appropriate for the Professional's profession. Any deductibles or self -insured retentions must be declared to and approved by City. At the option of the City, either the insurer shall reduce or eliminate such deductibles or self -insured retentions with respect to the City, elected and appointed councils, commissions, directors, officers, employees, agents, and representatives (“City’s Agents”); or the Professional shall provide a financial guarantee satisfactory to the City guaranteeing payment of losses and related investigations, claims administration and defense expenses.

20.4. Commercial Automobile Liability. Professional shall carry commercial automobile liability insurance in the amount of One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) or greater per occurrence for owned, leased, hired, and borrowed automobiles.

20.5. Waiver of Subrogation . With the exception of errors and omissions liability insurance, Professional hereby agrees to waive subrogation which any insurer of Professional may acquire from Professional by virtue of the payment of any loss. The commercial general liability policy and workers’ compensation policy shall be endorsed to contain a waiver of subrogation in favor of City for all work performed by Professional, its agents, employees, independent contractors, and subcontractors. Professional agrees to obtain any endorsement that may be necessary to affect this waiver of subrogation.

Section 21. Additional Insurance Requirements. Within five (5) days of the Effective Date, Professional shall provide City with certificates of insurance for all of the policies required under this Agreement (“Certificates”), excluding the required worker’s compensation insurance. Such Certificates shall be kept current for the Term of the Agreement and Professional shall be responsible for providing updated copies and notifying City if a policy is cancelled, suspended, reduced, or voided. With the exception of the worker’s compensation insurance, all of the insurance policies required in this Agreement shall: (a) provide that the policy will not be cancelled, allowed to expire, or materially reduced in coverage without at least thirty (30) days’ prior written notice to City of such cancellation, expiration, or reduction and each policy shall be endorsed to state such; (b) name City, and City’s Agents as additional insureds with respect to liability arising out of Services, work or operations performed by or on behalf of the Professional ; products and completed operations of the Professional; premises owned, occupied, or used by the Professional , or automobiles owned, leased, or hired or borrowed by the Professional. The coverage shall contain no special limitations on the scope of protection afforded to the City; (c) be primary with respect to any insurance or self- insurance programs covering City or City’s Agents and any insurance or self -insurance maintained by City or City’s Agents shall be in excess of Professional’s insurance and shall not contribute to it; (d) contain standard separation of insured provisions ; and (e) state that any failure to comply with reporting or other provisions of the policy including breaches of warranties shall not affect the ITEM 11

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coverage provided to the City.

Section 22. Indemnification by Professional. To the fullest extent permitted by law Professional shall defend with legal counsel reasonably acceptable to City, indemnify and hold harmless the City and City’s Agents from and against any and all claims, loss, cost, damage, injury (including, without limitation, injury to or death of an employee of Professional or its subcontractor s), expense and liability of every kind, nature and description that arise out of, pertain to or relate to acts or omissions of Professional, or any direct or indirect subcontractor, employee, contractor, representative or agent of Professional, or anyone that Professional controls (collectively “Liabilities”). Such obligations to defend, hold harmless and indemnify City and City’s Agents shall not apply to the extent that such Liabilities are caused in whole by the sole negligence, active negligence, or wi llful misconduct of City or City’s Agents , but shall apply to all other Liabilities. With respect to third -party claims against the Professional, the Professional waives any and all rights of any type of express or implied indemnity against City and City’s Agents.

Section 23. Liability of City. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Agreement, in no event shall City be liable, regardless of whether any claim is based on contract or tort, for any special, consequential, indirect, or incidental damages, including, but not limited to, lost profits or revenue, arising out of or in connection with this Agreement or the S ervices performed in connection with this Agreement.

Section 24. Independent Contractor. At all times during the Term, Professional shall be deemed to be an independent contractor and shall be wholly responsible for the manner in which Professional performs the services required under this Agreement. Professional shall be liable for its acts and omissions, and those of its employees, contractors, subcontractors, representatives, volunteers, and its agents. Nothing contained herein shall be construed as creating an employment, agency or partnership relationship between City and Professional. City shall have the right to control Professional only insofar as the result of Professional ’s services rendered pursuant to this Agreement; however, City shall not have the right to control the means by which Professional accomplishes Services rendered pursuant to this Agreement.

Section 25. Professional Not Agent. Except as City may specify in writing, Professional shall have no authority, express or implied, to act on behalf of City in any capacity whatsoever as an agent. Professional shall have no authority, express or implied, pursuant to this Agreement to bind City to any obligation whatsoever.

Section 26. Payment of Taxes and Other Expenses. Payment of any taxes, including California sales and use taxes, levied upon this Agreement, the transaction, or the Services or goods delivered pursuant hereto, shall be the obligation of Professional.

Section 27. Notices. Any notice or communication required hereunder between City and Professional must be in writing, and may be given either personally, by facsimile (with original forwarded by regular U.S. Mail), by registered or certified mail (return receipt requested), or by Federal Express, UPS or other similar couriers providing overnight delivery. If personally delivered, a notice or communication shall be deemed to have been given when delivered to the Party to whom it is addressed. If given by facsimile transmission, a notice or communication shall be deemed to ITEM 11

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have been given and received upon actual physical receipt of the entire document by the receiving Party’s facsimile machine. Notices transmitted by facsimile after 5:00 p.m. on a normal business day or on a Saturday, Sunday or holiday shall be deemed to have been given and received on the next normal business day. If given by registered or certified mail, such notice or communication shall be deemed to have been given and received on the first to occur of (i) actual receipt by any of the addressees designated below as the party to whom notices are to be sent, or (ii) five (5) days after a registered or certified letter containing such notice, properly addressed, with postage prepaid, is deposited in the United States mail. If given by Federal Express or similar courier, a notice or communication shall be deemed to have been given and received on the date delivered as shown on a receipt issued by the courier. Any Party hereto may at any time, by giving ten (10) days written notice to the other Party hereto, designate any other address in substitution of the address to which such notice or communication shall be given. Such notices or communications shall be given to the Parties at their addresses set forth below:

If to City: Ceres Police Department
2727 Third Street
Ceres, California 95307
Attention: Marcy Pederson
Tel: (209) 538-5726
Fax: (209) 538-5707

With courtesy copies to: City of Ceres
2220 Magnolia Street
Ceres, California 95307
Attention: City Manager
Tel: (209) 538-5751
Fax: (209) 538-5780

and White Brenner LLP
1414 K Street, 3
rd Floor
Sacramento, California 95814
Attention: Nubia Goldstein
Tel: (916) 468-0946
Fax: (916) 468-0951

If to Professional: Jocelyn E. Roland, Ph.D., ABPP
2937 Veneman Avenue, Suite B-125
Modesto, California 95370
Attention: Jocelyn E. Roland, PH.D., ABPP
Tel: (209)521-8400

Section 28. Exhibits. All “Exhibits” referred to below or attached to herein are by this reference incorporated into this Agreement:

Exhibit Designation Exhibit Title
Exhibit A: Independent Contractor Services Agreement
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Section 29. General Provisions.

29.1. Modification. No alteration, amendment, modification, or termination of this Agreement shall be valid unless made in writing and executed by all of the Parties to this Agreement.

29.2. Waiver. No covenant, term, condition, or the breach thereof shall be deemed waived, except by written consent of the Party against whom the waiver is claimed, and any waiver of the breach of any covenant, term, or condition shall not be deemed to be a waiver of any preceding or succeeding breach of the same or any other covenant, term, or condition.

29.3. Authority. All Parties to this Agreement warrant and represent that they have the power and authority to enter into this Agreement and the names, titles, and capacities herein stated on behalf of any entities, persons, states, or firms represented or purported to be represented by such entities, persons, states or firms and that all former requirements necessary or required by the state or federal law in order to enter into the Agreement have been fully complied with. Further, by entering into this Agreement, neither Party hereto shall have breached the terms or conditions of any other contract or agreement to which such Party is obligated, which such breach would have a material effect hereon.

29.4. Drafting and Ambiguities. Each Party acknowledges that it has reviewed this Agreement with its own legal counsel, and based upon the advice of that counsel, freely entered into this Agreement. Each Party has participated fully in the review and revision of this Agreement. Any rule of construction that ambiguities are to be resolved against the drafting party does not apply in interpreting this Agreement.

29.5. Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California.

29.6. Venue. Venue for all legal proceedings shall be in the Superior Court of California for the County of Stanislaus.

29.7. Severability. If this Agreement in its entirety is determined by a court to be invalid or unenforceable, this Agreement shall automatically terminate as of the date of final entry of judgment. If any provision of this Agreement shall be determined by a court to be invalid and unenforceable, or if any provision of this Agreement is rendered invalid or unenforceable according to the terms of any federal or state statute, which becomes effective after the Effective Date of this Agreement, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect and shall be construed to give effect to the intent of this Agreement.

29.8. Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed simultaneously and, in several counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.

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29.9. Audit. City shall have access at all reasonable times to all reports, contract records, contract documents, contract files, and personnel necessary to audit and verify Professional ’s charges to City under this Agreement.

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ntire Agreement. This Agreement, together with its specific references, attachments, and exhibits, constitutes the entire agreement of the Parties with respect to the subject matters hereof, and supersedes any and all prior negotiations, understanding and agreements with respect hereto, whether oral or written.

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upersedes Prior Agreement. It is the intention of the Parties hereto that this Agreement shall supersede any prior agreements, discussions, commitments, or representations, whether written, electronic or oral, between the Parties with respect to the subject matter of this Agreement.

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andatory and Permissive. “Shall” and “will” and “agrees” are mandatory. “May” and “can” are permissive.

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uccessors and Assigns. All representations, covenants, and warranties specifically set forth in this Agreement, by or on behalf of, or for the benefit of, any or all of the Parties hereto, shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of such Party, its successors and assigns.

29.14. Headings. Headings used in this Agreement are for reference purposes only and shall not be considered in construing this Agreement.

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ttorney’s Fees and Costs. If any action, at law or in equity, including action for declaratory relief, is brought to enforce or interpret provisions of this Agreement, the prevailing Party shall be entitled to reasonable attorney's fees and costs, which may be set by the court in the same action or in a separate action brought for that purpose, in addition to any other relief to which such Party may be entitled.

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ecessary Acts and Further Assurances. The Parties shall at their own cost and expense execute and deliver such further documents and instruments and shall take such other actions as may be reasonably required or appropriate to evidence or carry out the intent and purposes of this Agreement.

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ime is of the Essence. Time is of the essence in this Agreement for each covenant and term of a condition herein.

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this Agreement has been entered into by and between City and Professional as of the Effective Date.

CITY: PROFESSIONAI,:

City of Ceres, a municipal corporation of the Jocelyn E. Roland. Ph.D., ABPP, Psychologist State of California
Bl: By:

Douglas D. Dunford. City Manager Jocelvn E. Ph.D.. ABPP. logist Date Signed: Date Signed: oco - Z+- ?-026
Approved as to Form:

By:

Nubia I. Goldstein. City Attomey
Attest:

By
Fallon Martin, City Clerk
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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ACREEMENT

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EXHIBIT A

Scope of Services & Cost

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR SERVICES AGREEMENT

AGREEMENT made this 1st day of August 2025 by and between JOCELYN E.

ROLAND, Ph.D., ABPP, PSYCHOLOGIST, hereinafter referred to as the "CONTRACTOR", and the CERES POLICE DEPARTMENT, hereinafter referred to as the "AGENCY".

NOW THEREFORE, the AGENCY hereby engages the services of the CONTRACTOR, and in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants herein contained, the parties agree as follows:

TERM

This agreement shall be for the period of three (3) years, commencing on August 1, 2025, and ending on June 30, 2028, or upon sooner termination as herein provided.

Either party may terminate this agreement by giving thirty (30) days written notice to the other party.

SCOPE OF WORK

1. Counseling/Therapy: CONTRACTOR agrees to provide counseling/therapy to all sworn peace officers, community service officers, and dispatchers of the AGENCY, at no cost to the covered employee. Free counseling services will be provided to dependents (spouse or significant other and minor children 18 and under) to a maximum of three (3) sessions following which they may be referred to another suitable provider. In the event that the maximum is reached, any additional cost shall be assumed by the employee. This agreement does not cover employees who, for any reason, are not currently or actively working their regularly assigned duties nor does it cover Reserves. It does not cover mental health services outside of the expertise of the CONTRACTOR (i.e., medication prescription, inpatient substance abuse treatment, etc.) a. In the performance of this Agreement any third persons employed by CONTRACTOR shall be entirely and exclusively under the direction, supervision, and control of CONTRACTOR. All terms of employment including hours, wages, working conditions, discipline, hiring, and discharging or any other term of employment or requirements of law shall be determined by CONTRACTOR.

2. Critical Incident Stress Debriefing: CONTRACTOR is available for Critical Incident Stress Debriefings upon the request of the Watch Commander or higher ranking official.

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3. CONTRACTOR shall provide consultation to the Detective Division as requested.

4. CONTRACTOR is available to provide training day presentations, schedule permitting.

5. CONTRACTOR is available as psychological consultant for Crisis Negotiation Team callouts and training.

6. Pre-Employment Psychological Screenings: CONTRACTOR shall provide pre - employment psychological evaluations of applicants for all the AGENCY’S regular sworn police officers, community service officers and dispatchers, including reserve police officers as requested by the AGENCY. The screening for all applicants will meet any requirements developed by the California Commission of Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) and the CONTRACTOR will continue to meet the standards of Government Code section 1031(f). When an evaluation is provided it will include a written report to the AGENCY with relevant background information, methods utilized, psychological test results and interpretations and a specific recommendation regarding the applicant’s suitability to be a sworn police officer, community service officer or dispatcher. The focus of the evaluation will be to screen out job-relevant psychopathology and any mental or emotional condition that may impair the applicant’s ability to perform the essential job functions consistent with the demands of the evaluation set forth by POST and Government Code Section 1031(f).

7. The agreement does not include Fitness-for-Duty Evaluations

COMPENSATION

1. For Scope of Work items 1-5, AGENCY will pay CONTRACTOR the following:
• August 1, 2025-June 30, 2026: Twelve Thousand Dollars ($12,000.00) • July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027: Thirteen Thousand Dollars ($13,000.00) • July 1, 2027-June 30, 2028: Thirteen Thousand Dollars ($13,000.00) AGENCY will reimburse CONTRACTOR within 30 days from the billing date.

2. For the term of this Agreement, f or Scope of Work item 6, AGENCY will pay CONTRACTOR $500.00 per Pre- Employment Evaluation (PPE). PPE’s that are not canceled within two (2) business days of the scheduled appointment and “no- shows” for appointments will be billed at the regular rate. This includes “HOLD” appointments that are not released within two (2) business days of the scheduled appointment.

3. Canceled Interview appointments (when testing has taken place, but the interview has not) will be charged $150.00 fee for the cost of the tests. No fee will be charged for the interview appointment if it is canceled within the allowed window (2 business days).

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COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT

Resolution No. 2025-XXX, Approving a Three-Year Agreement with the Department of California Highway Patrol for their Use of the Police Department Range and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Agreement
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:

Staff recommends the C ity Council approve a contract with the Department of California Highway Patrol (CHP) for their Use of the Police Department Range for a term of three (3) years.

I. BACKGROUND:

The CHP began using the Police Department Range in 2016 for their firearms requalification requirements. This would be our third three (3) year contract with them.

This three-year (3-year) contract was originally submitted to Council on March 24, 2025 , on the consent calendar. It was pulled by Councilmember Otero for the purpose of researching the possibility of increasing the fees for the range use. Staff contacted several other Police ranges to compare range amenities and fees charged to outside agencies for rental.

It was determined that, based on our lack of amenities (plumbed bathrooms and classrooms), our fees are not too high. However, there was room for a slight increase in our annual fee. After several months of conversations with the CHP, they have agreed to an increase from $3,600.00 per year to $4,500.00 per year. This Staff Report is a resubmission of the original showing the increased fees.

II. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION:

Accepting another three (3) year contract will help minimize the time spen t on the State- mandated clerical paperwork. Continuing the contract with the CHP will help foster a cooperative relationship between the City of Ceres and the CHP.

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III. FISCAL IMPACTS:

The City of Ceres will receive $4,500.00 per year for a total of $13,500.00 over the life of the contract.

IV. EXISTING POLICY / RELATIONSHIP TO THE STRATEGIC PLAN:

N/A
V. POLICY ALTERNATIVES:

Council could choose not to approve this agreement. In which case, the contract will need to be renewed on a year-to-year basis.

VI. INTERDEPARTMENTAL COORDINATION:

N/A
VII. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:

N/A
VIII. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

N/A
IX. STEPS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:

Following Council approval, the Chief’s Administrative Secretary will route the contract through the proper workflow at City Hall to obtain the needed signatures to fully execute the contract.

Approved by: ____________________
Douglas D. Dunford
City Manager

Attachments:

1. Attachment A – Resolution

2. Attachment B – Contract
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ATTACHMENT A
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XXX

APPROVING THREE-YEAR AGREEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF

CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL FOR THEIR USE OF THE POLICE

DEPARTMENT RANGE AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO

EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT

THE CITY COUNCIL
City of Ceres

WHEREAS, the Department of California Highway Patrol has been using the Ceres Police Department Range since 2016; and

WHEREAS, this would be the third three (3) year contract with the CHP; and

WHEREAS, accepting another three (3) year contract will help minimize the time spent on State-mandated clerical paperwork.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Ceres hereby approves a three-year agreement with the Department of California Highway Patrol for their use of the Police Department range and authorizes the City Manager to execute the agreement.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Ceres City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on the 14th day of July 2025 by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmembers:

NOES: Councilmembers:

ABSENT: Councilmembers:

ABSTAIN: Councilmembers:

________________________________
Javier Lopez, Mayor

ATTEST:

________________________________
Fallon Martin, City Clerk

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COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT

Resolution No . 2025 -XXX, Approving the Measure L Master Funding Agreement Between the Stanislaus Council of
Governments and the City of Ceres and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Agreement
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:

Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute the updated Measure L Master Funding Agreement with the Stanislaus Council of Governments (StanCOG). Approval of this agreement will ensure the City of Ceres remains eligible to receive ongoing Measure L transportation funding for local streets and roads, traffic management, and bicycle/pedestrian improvement projects through June 30, 2030.

I. BACKGROUND:

On November 8, 2016, the voters of Stanislaus County approved Measure L, a one-half cent sales tax for transportation projects, pursuant to the provisions of the Local Transportation Authority and Improvement Act (California Public Utilities Code Section 180000 et seq.). The Stanislaus Council of Governments (StanCOG ) was designated to administer the Measure L program and its associated revenues.

Measure L established a 25-year term, with tax collection beginning on April 1, 2017, and concluding on March 31, 2042. The revenues generated are dedicated to funding the transportation programs and projects outlined in the Measure L Expenditure Plan, as adopted and periodically amended by StanCOG.

The Measure L program also authorizes StanCOG to issue bonds for transportation projects identified in the Expenditure Plan, with associated costs borne solely by Measure L-funded projects. To govern the distribution and use of these funds, StanCOG and each local jurisdiction entered into a Master Funding Agreement.

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The initial Master Funding Agreement was approved by the StanCOG Policy Board in November 2017, with the City of Ceres following suit in December 2017 via Resolution No. 2017-109. A second agreement was adopted in 2020, followed by a third version approved by the StanCOG Policy Board on May 7, 2025.

The Master Funding Agreement establishes the terms and conditions under which Measure L funds are allocated to Stanislaus County and its nine cities—including Ceres— for eligible local streets and roads, traffic management, and bicycle/pedestrian projects (collectively referred to as “Local Control Funds”), as well as for transit services where applicable. The agreement also outlines reporting, auditing, and accountability requirements to ensure the proper use of Measure L funds.

II. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION:

The City of Ceres must adopt the updated Measure L Master Funding Agreement to remain eligible for the continued distribution of Measure L revenues. The current agreement is set to expire on June 30, 2025, and the new agreement will cover the next five-year term, effective July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2030.

The Measure L program allocates Local Control Funds on a monthly basis to each jurisdiction based on the percentage shares identified in the Measure L Expenditure Plan.

The City of Ceres is allocated 6.36% of these funds, which support vital transportation infrastructure projects throughout the community.

In addition to funding allocations, the agreement reaffirms program requirements including allowable uses of funds, limitations on administrative and staff costs, and procedures for reporting and auditing. Compliance with these requirements ensures the City remains eligible for its monthly distributions and upholds Measure L’s accountability standards.

Although the City of Ceres transferred its Transit Services operations to the City of Modesto in 2020, the agreement continues to address distribution provisions for Transit Services funds among the remaining eligible providers.

City staff has reviewed the proposed Measure L Master Funding Agreement and associated Policies and Procedures and finds them consistent with prior agreements and in the City’s best interest. The adoption of the resolution authorizing the execution of this agreement will ensure the uninterrupted receipt of Measure L revenues is critical to maintaining and improving the City’s transportation infrastructure.

III. FISCAL IMPACTS:

The City’s adopted Fiscal Year 2025 -26 budget includes projected revenues from Measure L to support the design, construction, and management of various capital improvement projects. Execution of the Measure L Master Funding Agreement is necessary to ensure the continued release of these funds from StanCOG to the City of Ceres. Without an approved agreement in place, the City would be ineligible to receive Measure L allocations, which are critical to funding planned transportation infrastructure improvements within the community.

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IV. EXISTING POLICY / RELATIONSHIP TO THE STRATEGIC PLAN:

This project is in conformance with the First Goal of the Strategic Plan:
1) Infrastructure: Ensure that the community has adequate, well -maintained infrastructure that fosters a quality community and supports a strong economy.

V. POLICY ALTERNATIVES:

1. Approve the Resolution Authorizing Execution of the Measure L Master Funding Agreement (Recommended)
This option ensures the City of Ceres remains eligible to receive Measure L funds for local transportation projects. Approval will allow the City to continue funding critical infrastructure improvements as planned in the Fiscal Year 2025- 26 budget and maintain compliance with Measure L program requirements.

2. Do Not Approve the Measure L Master Funding Agreement Should the City Council choose not to approve the agreement; the City would become ineligible to receive future Measure L funding distributions. This would result in the loss of a significant, voter-approved local funding source for transportation infrastructure and could delay or suspend planned capital improvement projects. Additionally, non-participation would negatively impact on the City’s ability to leverage Measure L funds for other regional, state, or federal transportation grant opportunities.

3. Request Modifications to the Agreement and Continue Negotiations with StanCOG
The Council may choose to direct staff to request revisions to specific terms of the agreement before consideration for approval. While this option preserves Council discretion, it may delay the City’s ability to receive future Measure L distributions and jeopardize the timely delivery of planned projects. It should be noted that the agreement language has been standardized among all participating jurisdictions in Stanislaus County, and material changes may be difficult to negotiate.

VI. INTERDEPARTMENTAL COORDINATION:

N/A
VII. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:

N/A.

VIII. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

CEQA is not required.

IX. STEPS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:

1. Execute the Agreement:

The City Manager will sign the Measure L Master Funding Agreement on behalf ITEM 13

of the City of Ceres.

2. Transmit Executed Agreement to StanCOG:

City staff will forward the fully executed agreement to StanCOG for final processing and inclusion in their records.

3. Coordinate with StanCOG for Monthly Funding Distribution:

City staff will confirm with StanCOG the City’s compliance status and coordinate with their finance department to ensure the uninterrupted receipt of monthly Measure L Local Control Fund distributions beginning July 1, 2025.

4. Continue Compliance with Measure L Policies and Procedures:

City staff will ensure ongoing compliance with all reporting, auditing, and project eligibility requirements as outlined in the Master Funding Agreement and Measure L Policies and Procedures to maintain the City’s funding eligibility.

Approved by: ____________________
Douglas D. Dunford,
City Manager

Attachments:

1. Attachment A – Resolution

2. Attachment B – Measure L Funding Agreement

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ATTACHMENT A
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XXX

APPROVING THE MEASURE L MASTER FUNDING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE

STANISLAUS COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS AND THE CITY OF CERES AND

AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT

THE CITY COUNCIL
City of Ceres

WHEREAS, on November 8, 2016, the voters of Stanislaus County, approved Measure L thereby authorizing the Stanislaus Council of Governments (StanCOG), acting as the Stanislaus County Transportation Authority, to administer the proceeds from the one -half cent tran saction and use tax (“Measure L”); and

WHEREAS, the duration of the Measure L sales tax will be 25 years from the initial year of collection, which began April 1, 2017, with the tax to expire on March 31, 2042; and

WHEREAS, City of Ceres is a recipient of Measure L funds; and

WHEREAS, the Measure L Master Funding Agreement delineates the requirements of the Measure L funds that are allocated to the jurisdictions within Stanislaus County for local streets and roads, traffic management and bike and pedestrian improvements, (collectively referred to as “Local Control Funds”) and Transit Provider funds for Transit Services, as authorized by the Measure L Expenditure Plan; and

WHEREAS, each of the member agencies of StanCOG (Stanislaus County and the cities of Ceres, Hughson, Modesto, Newman, Oakdale, Patterson, Riverbank, Turlock and Waterford) will be required to enter into the Measure L Master Funding Agreement prior to receiving Measure L fund disbursements; and

WHEREAS, the term of the Measure L Master Funding Agreement is five (5) years from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2030; and

WHEREAS, the City Manager will have the authority to execute the agreement.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Ceres does hereby approve the Measure L Master Funding Agreement between the Stanislaus Council of Governments and the City of Ceres and authorizes the City Manager to execute the agreement.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Ceres City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on the 14th day of July 2025, by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmembers:

NOES: Councilmembers:

ABSENT: Councilmembers:

ABSTAIN: Councilmembers:

___________________________________
Javier Lopez, Mayor
ATTEST:

___________________________________
Fallon Martin, City Clerk
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MEASURE L MASTER FUNDING AGREEMENT

BETWEEN THE

STANISLAUS COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS

AND THE

CITY OF CERES
(FISCAL YEARS 2025 – 2030)

This Measure L Master Funding Agreement (“AGREEMENT”), effective July 1, 2025, is entered into by and between the Stanislaus Council of Governments, acting as the Stanislaus County Transportation Authority (“STANCOG” or the “Authority”), and the City of Ceres (“R
ECIPIENT”).

RECITALS

A. On November 8, 2016 the voters of Stanislaus County, pursuant to the provisions of the Local Transportation Authority and Improvement Act, California Public Utilities Code Section 180000 et seq. (the “Act”), approved Measure L, thereby authorizing STANCOG to administer the proceeds from the one-half cent transaction and use tax (“Measure L”).

B. The duration of the Measure L sales tax will be 25 years from the initial year of collection, which began April 1, 2017, with said tax to expire on March 31, 2042. The tax proceeds will be used to pay for the programs and projects outlined in the Stanislaus Council of Government’s Expenditure Plan (the “Measure L Expenditure Plan”), as it may be amended.

C. Measure L authorizes the Authority ( STANCOG) to sell or issue bonds to finance and refinance the transportation projects identified in the Measure L Expenditure Plan. Costs associated with bonding will be borne only by the projects included in the Measure L Expenditure Plan.

D. This AGREEMENT delineates the requirements of the Measure L funds that are allocated to the jurisdictions within Stanislaus County for local streets and roads, traffic management and bike and pedestrian improvements, (collectively referred to as “Local Control Funds”) and Transit Provider funds for Transit Services, as authorized by the Measure L Expenditure Plan. The Local Control Funds recipients are Stanislaus County and the cities of Ceres, Hughson, Modesto, Newman, Oakdale, Patterson, Riverbank, Turlock, and Waterford.

E. The prior Measure L Master Funding agreement between the parties for the period July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2025, was approved by the STANCOG Policy Board on April 15, 2020.

NOW, THEREFORE, it is mutually agreed by and between the parties as follows:

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ARTICLE I: FUNDING ALLOCATIONS

1. This AGREEMENT authorizes the STANCOG to allocate the Local Control Funds derived from Measure L receipts to the RECIPIENT as described in the voter-approved Measure L Expenditure Plan and as summarized below by jurisdiction for each of the three different programs covered under Local Control Funds (Local Streets and Roads, Traffic Management, and Bike and Pedestrian Improvements). Local Control Funds comprise 65% of the Measure L receipts (after deducting the 1% Administrative Expense Cap authorized in the Measure L Ordinance and Expenditure Plan and the 1% Public Awareness Outreach Program authorized by the Policy Board).

Local Control Funds*

Ceres 6.36%
Hughson 1.26%
Modesto 35.79%
Newman 1.26%
Oakdale 3.86%
Patterson 4.55%
Riverbank 3.42%
Turlock 15.26%
Waterford 1.26%
Stanislaus County 26.98%
Total 100.00%
*Source: Measure L Expenditure Plan

The breakdown of the 65% of Local Control Funds by program is as follows: 50% to Local Streets and Roads; 10% to Traffic Management; and 5% to Bike and Pedestrian Improvements.

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RTICLE II: FUNDING PREREQUISITES AND REQUIREMENTS

1. RECIPIENT shall annually submit to STANCOG:

a. A copy of RECIPIENT’S adopted Capital Improvement Program (CIP), roadway resurfacing map, traffic management plan, pedestrian and bicycle plan, resolution, or other document adopted by R
ECIPIENT’S governing board which identifies all programs and projects RECIPIENT intends to fund, either partially or in full, with Measure L funds and which identifies the schedule for project delivery. If RECIPIENT amends its CIP, roadway resurfacing map, traffic management plan, pedestrian and bicycle plan, resolution, or other adopted document at any time during the year, it shall provide a copy of the amended document to STANCOG within 15 business days of adoption by R
ECIPIENT’S governing board.

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b. Annual Maintenance of Effort (MOE) calculation demonstrating RECIPIENT’S compliance with MOE. The MOE calculation shall be based on the prior three fiscal years’ general fund spending on transportation purposes (local streets and roads) as reported to the State Controller’s Office. The MOE calculation shall be verified by an annual independent audit, conducted at RECIPIENT’S sole cost and expense. Adjustments to the MOE calculation may be made, subject to Authority approval, based upon the criteria stated in Section 9 of the Measure L Ordinance.

c. Any other documents or reports required to be submitted pursuant to the adopted Measure L Policies and Procedures, as may be amended.

2. If RECIPIENT has submitted all required documents and reports, STANCOG will disburse Measure L funds to RECIPIENT consistent with this AGREEMENT and in accordance with the adopted Measure L Policies and Procedures. RECIPIENT will receive Local Control Funds based on the percentage allocations summarized above and as set forth in the Measure L Expenditure Plan.

3. If R
ECIPIENT fails to comply with one or more of the requirements set forth in this Article II, STANCOG may withhold payment of Measure L funds to RECIPIENT until full compliance is achieved.

4. The governing body of the R
ECIPIENT will be the decision-making body for the
use of the Local Control Funds within its jurisdiction.

5. Transit Providers (Transit Services) funds will be allocated 1.4% of the Measure L receipts (after deducting the 1% Administrative Expense Cap and the 1% Public Awareness Outreach Program) and will be disbursed to Transit Providers at least quarterly or as set forth in the Measure L Policies and Procedures, whichever provides more frequent disbursements. The Transit Providers are: Stanislaus Regional Transit Authority and Turlock Transit.

6. Percentage allocations identified in the Measure L Expenditure Plan are not subject to change unless two-thirds of the voters of Stanislaus County approve an amendment to the allocations.

7. The Measure L Ordinance and Expenditure Plan provide fund usage and eligibility guidelines by allocation category and RECIPIENT acknowledges and agrees that it shall comply with the provisions of the Measure L Ordinance and Expenditure Plan. The Measure L Ordinance and Expenditure Plan, as may be amended, is hereby incorporated in its entirety into this AGREEMENT by reference.

8. The StanCOG Policy Board has adopted Measure L Policies and Procedures which contain additional fund usage and eligibility guidelines and RECIPIENT acknowledges and ITEM 13

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agrees that it shall comply with the provisions of the Measure L Policies and Procedures. The Measure L Policies and Procedures, as may be amended, are hereby incorporated in its entirety into this AGREEMENT by reference.

ARTICLE III: PAYMENTS AND EXPENDITURES

A. S TANISLAUS COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS (STANCOG) DUTIES AND OBLIGATIONS

1. STANCOG shall remit to RECIPIENT its designated amount of Local Control Funds in accordance with this AGREEMENT.

2. STANCOG will provide a quarterly report to its Board of Directors which shall include all Measure L revenues distributed to each Recipient.

3. STANCOG shall provide for an independent annual audit of its Measure L financial statements including revenues and expenditures.

4. STANCOG shall provide timely notice to RECIPIENT prior to conducting an audit of expenditures made by RECIPIENT to determine whether such expenditures are in compliance with this Agreement, the Measure L Ordinance and Expenditure Plan, and the Measure L Policies and Procedures.

5. STANCOG shall provide a report, at least quarterly, to standing committees and the Board of Directors of the 1% for the Public Awareness Outreach Program which shall include an accounting of Measure L revenues and expenditures.

B. R ECIPIENT’S DUTIES AND OBLIGATIONS

1. RECIPIENT shall expend all Measure L funds received in compliance with the Measure L Ordinance and Expenditure Plan, this AGREEMENT and the adopted Measure L Policies and Procedures.

2. R
ECIPIENT shall set up and maintain an appropriate system of accounts to report on Measure L funds received and spent. RECIPIENT must account for Measure L funds, including any interest received or accrued, separately for each program fund type, and from any other funds received from STANCOG. The accounting system shall provide adequate internal controls and audit trails to facilitate an annual compliance audit for each fund type and the respective usage and application of said funds.

3. R
ECIPIENT acknowledges and agrees that STANCOG and its representatives, agents and nominees shall have the absolute right at any reasonable time to inspect and copy any ITEM 13

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accounting records related to Measure L funds, except to the extent specifically prohibited by applicable law.

4. RECIPIENT shall cooperate with STANCOG and its auditors as they conduct an annual independent audit of all of RECIPIENT’S Measure L accounts which audit shall be conducted at STANCOG’s sole cost and expense. R
ECIPIENT shall comply with the schedule and
requests of STANCOG’s auditors to ensure timely and accurate completion of the audit.

5. R
ECIPIENT agrees to provide STANCOG each fiscal year with an adopted copy of its Capital Improvement Program, roadway resurfacing map, traffic management plan, pedestrian and bicycle plan, resolution, or other document adopted by RECIPIENT’S governing board which identifies all programs and projects containing a description of all the projects and tasks that Measure L funds will pay for over that fiscal year, schedule and cost information for each project in its entirety, and other funds that will match the Measure L allocation.

6. R
ECIPIENT hereby acknowledges and agrees to the Maintenance of Effort requirement set forth in Section 9 of the Measure L Ordinance.

a. Pursuant to the intent of the Public Utilities Code section 180001, a jurisdiction cannot redirect monies currently being used for transportation purposes to other uses, and then replace the redirected funds with local street maintenance and improvement dollars from Measure L.

b. RECIPIENT hereby agrees to certify in the annual verification submitted to STANCOG that it has met the Maintenance of Effort requirement by demonstrating that the Measure L funds have been used to augment and not supplant local resources spent. The Maintenance of Effort calculation is set forth in Section 9.03 of the Measure L Ordinance and uses the R
ECIPIENT’s average general fund expenditures of the prior (3) three fiscal years spent for local transportation purposes.

c. RECIPIENT shall conduct an annual independent audit to verify that the Maintenance of Effort requirement was met by RECIPIENT.

d. If RECIPIENT does not meet its Maintenance of Effort requirement in any given year it may have its Local Streets and Roads fund received pursuant to the Measure L Expenditure Plan reduced in the following year by the amount by which RECIPIENT did not meet its required Maintenance of Effort. Such funds shall be redistributed to the remaining eligible jurisdictions.

7. RECIPIENT hereby agrees to and accepts the formulas used in the allocation of Measure L, as reflected in the Measure L Expenditure Plan.

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8. RECIPIENT agrees to comply with the reporting requirements set forth in this AGREEMENT.

C. O THER CONSIDERATIONS

1. Transportation Purposes Only: RECIPIENT shall use all Measure L funds solely for transportation purposes as defined by the Measure L Ordinance and Expenditure Plan. If RECIPIENT violates this provision, it must fully reimburse all misspent funds, including all interest which would have been earned thereon. The interest which would have been earned will be calculated using the current interest rate earned on local agency monies on deposit with Stanislaus County.

2. Administrative and Staff Cost Limitations: Direct costs associated with the delivery of programs and projects funded by Measure L, including direct staff costs and consultant costs, are eligible uses of Measure L funds, unless otherwise limited by the adopted Measure L Policies and Procedures.

a. In situations where RECIPIENT acts as the project manager, project sponsor or the lead agency for delivery of a regional project identified in the Measure L Expenditure Plan, R
ECIPIENT will be required to enter into a Cooperative Agreement for that regional project and the reimbursement of administrative and staff costs will be addressed pursuant to the terms of that Agreement.

b. STANCOG does not allow the reimbursement of indirect costs, unless the RECIPIENT submits an Indirect Cost Allocation Plan which may be considered by the Caltrans Independent Office of Audits and Investigations, on a case by case basis, for approval of the identified indirect costs. If the Indirect Cost Allocation Plan is approved by Caltrans, the approved plan shall be submitted to STANCOG to allow for reimbursement of those approved indirect costs. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the following items are not eligible for Measure L reimbursement: activities related to obtaining matching funds for a project, activities related to general Measure L administration (not specific to the project), education or preparation performed by the project manager/sponsor (e.g., presentation to Rotary, Kiwanis, Lions Clubs, etc.), activities related to another project (regional) not covered in a Cooperative Agreement, even if it is a Measure L project.

3. Fund Exchange: R
ECIPIENT shall have the authority to loan its Measure L receipts allocated to it for Local Control Projects to other recipients for the implementation of needed transportation projects. All such fund exchanges shall be reviewed and accepted by STANCOG in accordance with the adopted Measure L Policies and Procedures.

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4. CEQA: All projects funded with Measure L funds will be required to complete appropriate California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and other environmental review as required.

ARTICLE IV: REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

A. REQUIREMENTS AND WITHHOLDING

RECIPIENT shall comply with each of the reporting requirements set forth in this Article IV. If RECIPIENT fails to comply with one or more of these requirements, STANCOG may withhold payment of further Measure L funds to RECIPIENT until full compliance is achieved.

1. R
ECIPIENT shall submit to STANCOG on a monthly basis:

a. Monthly revenue and expenditure reports which identify the Measure L revenue received and expended by RECIPIENT. All reports shall identify the revenue and expenses by project identified in RECIPIENT’S CIP, roadway resurfacing map, traffic management plan, pedestrian and bicycle plan, resolution or other document adopted by RECIPIENT’S governing board.

b. Monthly report of Measure L fund cash balances held by RECIPIENT.

2. RECIPIENT shall submit to STANCOG quarterly milestone reports which provides a narrative of the progress of all of RECIPIENT’S projects utilizing Measure L funding.

3. RECIPIENT shall, by March 31st of each year, or other deadline provided at least sixty (60) days in advance by STANCOG or its auditors, submit to STANCOG, at the R
ECIPIENT’s expense, separate independently audited financial statements for the prior fiscal year ended June 30 of Measure L funds received and used.

4. R
ECIPIENT shall, by September 30th of each year, document expenditure activities and report on the performance of Measure L funded activities through the annual program compliance reporting process, or through other STANCOG performance and reporting processes as may be requested, including but not limited to the annual performance report, annual program plan and planning monitoring reports. This report shall be provided to StanCOG and the Measure L Citizens Oversight Committee within 90 days of the end of each fiscal year and shall include documentation as to whether or not R
ECIPIENT met the Maintenance of Effort
requirement for that fiscal year.

5. R
ECIPIENT shall install or mount signage adjacent to each project or program in excess of $250,000 funded in whole or in part by Measure L funds identifying the project or program as being funded by Measure L revenues.

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6. RECIPIENT shall provide current and accurate information on RECIPIENT’s website, to inform the public about how RECIPIENT is using Measure L funds. This information shall also be provided to STANCOG for posting on the Measure L website http://www.stanislausmeasurel.com

7. R
ECIPIENT shall cooperate in a “Public Awareness Program”, in partnership with STANCOG as a means of ensuring that the public has access to information regarding which projects and programs are funded through Measure L funds.

8. R
ECIPIENT shall make its administrative officer or designated staff available upon request to render a report or answer any and all inquiries regarding RECIPIENT’s receipt, usage, and/or compliance audit findings regarding Measure L funds before the STANCOG Citizens Oversight Committee and/or Measure L Oversight Committee.

9. RECIPIENT agrees that STANCOG may review and/or evaluate all project(s) or program(s) funded pursuant to this AGREEMENT. This may include visits by representatives, agents or nominees of STANCOG to observe RECIPIENT’s project or program operations, to review project or program data and financial records, and to discuss the project with Recipient’s staff or governing board.

ARTICLE V: OTHER PROVISIONS

A. INDEMNITY BY RECIPIENT

Neither STANCOG, nor its governing body, elected officials, any officer, consultant, agent, or employee thereof shall be responsible for any damage or liability occurring by reason of anything done or omitted to be done by RECIPIENT in connection with the Measure L funds distributed to RECIPIENT pursuant to this AGREEMENT. It is also understood and agreed, pursuant to Government Code Section 895.4, RECIPIENT shall fully defend, indemnify and hold harmless STANCOG, its governing body, and all its officers, agents, and employees, from any liability imposed on STANCOG for injury (as defined in Government Code Section 810.8) occurring by reason of anything done or omitted to be done by RECIPIENT in connection with the Measure L funds distributed to RECIPIENT pursuant to this AGREEMENT.

B. INDEMNITY BY STANCOG

Neither RECIPIENT, nor its governing body, elected officials, any officer, consultant, agent, or employee thereof shall be responsible for any damage or liability occurring by reason of anything done or omitted to be done by STANCOG under or in connection with any work, authority or jurisdiction delegated to STANCOG under this AGREEMENT. It is also understood and agreed, pursuant to Government Code Section 895.4, STANCOG shall fully defend, ITEM 13

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indemnify, and hold harmless RECIPIENT, and its governing body, elected officials, all its officers, agents, and employees from any liability imposed on RECIPIENT for injury (as defined in Government Code Section 810.8) occurring by reason of anything done or omitted to be done by STANCOG under or in connection with any work, authority or jurisdiction delegated to STANCOG under this AGREEMENT.

C. JURISDICTION AND VENUE

The laws of the State of California will govern the validity of this AGREEMENT, its interpretation and performance, and any other claims to which it relates. All legal actions arising out of this A
GREEMENT shall be brought in a court of competent jurisdiction in Stanislaus County, California and the parties hereto hereby waive inconvenience of forum as an objection or defense to such venue.

D. A
TTORNEYS’ FEES

Should it become necessary to enforce the terms of this AGREEMENT, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover reasonable expenses and attorneys’ fees from the other party.

E. TERM

The term of this AGREEMENT shall be from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2030, unless amended in writing or a new Master Funding Agreement is executed between STANCOG and RECIPIENT.

F. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of this A
GREEMENT is found by a court of competent jurisdiction or, if applicable, an arbitrator, to be unenforceable, such provision shall not affect the other provisions of the A
GREEMENT, but such unenforceable provisions shall be deemed modified to the extent necessary to render it enforceable, preserving to the fullest extent permissible the intent of the parties set forth in this A
GREEMENT.

G. MODIFICATION

This AGREEMENT, and its Exhibits, as well as the referenced Measure L Ordinance and the Expenditure Plan, and the Policies and Procedures, constitutes the entire AGREEMENT, supersedes all prior written or oral understandings regarding Measure L funds. This AGREEMENT may only be changed by a written amendment executed by both parties.

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H. CONFLICT OF OR INCONSISTENT TERMS

If there is a conflict between this Agreement and the Policies and Procedures, the Policies and Procedures will control.

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this AGREEMENT by their duly authorized officers as of the date first written below.

CITY OF CERES STANISLAUS COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
(STANCOG)

By: By:

Douglas D. Dunford Date
City Manager
Rosa De León Park Date
Executive Director

Approved as to Form:

Reviewed as to Budget/Financial Controls:

By:

Nubia Goldstein Date
City Attorney
Jean Foletta Date
Deputy Director of Operations

Attest:

Approved as to Form:

By: __________________________________

By:

Fallon Martin Date
City Clerk
Monica Streeter Date
STANCOG General Counsel

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COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT

CITY COUNCIL
Javier Lopez, Mayor
James Casey, Dist.1
Rosalinda L. Vierra, Dist. 2
Cerina Otero, Dist. 3
Daniel A. Martinez, Dist. 4
MEETING DATE: July 14, 2025
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Douglas D. Dunford, City Manager
CONTACT: Michael R. Beltran II, P.E., Director of Engineering / City Engineer [email protected], (209) 538-5775
SUBJECT: Resolution No. 2025-XXX, Approving Master Service Agreements for Traffic Engineering Services and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Agreements
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:

Staff recommends the City Council adopt a resolution approving Master Service Agreements with Advanced Mobility Group, TJKM, and Fehr & Peers to provide Traffic Engineering Services on an as-needed basis.

I. BACKGROUND:

The City’s Engineering Department requires specialized Traffic Engineering Services to effectively support the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects and transportation - related initiatives. These services are essential for conducting traffic impact ana lyses, preparing traffic signal and intersection designs, completing traffic control plans, evaluating roadway safety, and addressing a variety of operational and planning needs that are beyond the expertise and capacity of existing City staff.

To meet this need, the City supplements its internal resources by engaging qualified external traffic engineering consultants. These firms bring critical technical expertise, professional judgment, and capacity necessary to advance a wide range of transportation infrastructure and projects throughout the year.

Pursuant to California Government Code Sections 4526 through 4529, the City is required to procure professional services through a Qualifications-Based Selection (QBS) process, which emphasizes demonstrated competence and professional qualifications over c ost alone.

Historically, the City has accessed these services through on-call agreements as needed.

Staff now recommends formalizing this approach by entering into agreements with three (3) qualified consulting firms to ensure the continued availability of these esse ntial ITEM 14
services and support the timely delivery of capital improvement and traffic -related projects.

II. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION:

1. Supports the City’s Capital Improvement Program:

Traffic engineering services are essential to design, plan, and implement a wide variety of traffic infrastructure projects. These services ensure projects meet technical standards and progress efficiently.

2. Augments City Staff Capacity:

The Engineering Department is currently fully staffed. On-call consultants provide the necessary additional capacity to manage workload fluctuations without the need for permanent staffing increases.

3. Access to Specialized Expertise:

Certain projects require specialized knowledge or technical skills—such as advanced traffic engineering techniques—that are not routinely available within the City’s existing staff. Engaging qualified consultants ensures access to this expertise.

4. Flexible and Responsive Service Delivery:

On-call contracts allow the City to quickly deploy engineering and surveying resources as project demands evolve throughout the year. This flexibility is critical for meeting deadlines and responding to unforeseen challenges.

5. Cost-Effective Procurement Method:

The on-call contract structure allows for streamlined procurement of professional services on an as-needed basis, minimizing administrative costs and avoiding delays associated with issuing separate contracts for individual projects.

6. Compliance with State Procurement Requirements:

Utilizing the Qualifications-Based Selection (QBS) process for selecting consultants ensures compliance with California Government Code requirements, prioritizing qualifications and expertise for professional services.

7. Enhances Project Delivery and Quality:

By securing reliable and qualified engineering and surveying consultants through formal agreements, the City can maintain high standards of technical quality and ensure consistent progress on capital projects.

III. FISCAL IMPACTS:

The City Council appropriates funds for the Capital Improvement Program through the annual budget process. The costs associated with these Traffic Engineering Services will be funded through individual project budgets as needed.

The on-call contract approach provides an efficient means of procuring these specialized services to support timely and effective project delivery.

There is no impact on the City’s General Fund.

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Additionally, through adoption of the resolution, the City Manager will have the authority to execute project-specific task orders under these Master Service Agreements in amounts up to $250,000 per task order without further Council action. Task orders exceeding this threshold will be brought before the City Council for separate consideration and approval.

IV. EXISTING POLICY / RELATIONSHIP TO THE STRATEGIC PLAN:

This project is in conformance with Goals one (1) through four (4) of the Strategic Plan:
1) Infrastructure: Ensure that the community has adequate, well -maintained infrastructure that fosters a quality community and supports a strong economy. 2) Livable community: Create a vibrant, safe, attractive, and walkable community that maintains a small -town feel, with parks, trails, shopping, entertainment and other desirable amenities.
3) Economic development: Proactively recruit and attract businesses to Ceres in order to add to the quality of life and enhance the fiscal base of the community. 4) Planning for the Future: Ensure the City has plans and policies in place to attract and create desirable development, maintain, and improve neighborhoods and annex land to achieve a livable community and support a strong economy.

V. POLICY ALTERNATIVES:

1. The council can choose to reject the contracts and direct staff to use a different process to hire consultants.

VI. INTERDEPARTMENTAL COORDINATION:

This project has been coordinated with the Public Works Department.

VII. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:

There was no outreach.

VIII. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

N/A.

IX. STEPS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:

The City manager will execute the Master Services Agreements.

Approved by: ____________________
Douglas D. Dunford,
City Manager
Attachments:

1. Attachment A - Resolution

2. Attachment B - AMG Agreement

3. Attachment C - Fehr Peers Agreement

4. Attachment D - TJKM Agreement
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ATTACHMENT A
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XXX

APPROVING MASTER SERVICE AGREEMENTS FOR TRAFFIC ENGINEERING SERVICES

AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENTS

THE CITY COUNCIL
City of Ceres
WHEREAS, the City of Ceres requires specialized Traffic Engineering services to effectively support the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects and transportation -related initiatives; and
WHEREAS, consultants bring specialized expertise and capacity that are essential for conducting traffic impact analyses, preparing traffic signal and intersection designs, completing traffic control plans, evaluating roadway safety, and addressing a variety of op erational and planning needs that are beyond the expertise and capacity of existing City staff; and WHEREAS, responses to a Request for Statements of Qualifications were received on May 2, 2025; and
WHEREAS based on the Statements of Qualifications received, Advanced Mobility Group, TJKM, and Fehr & Peers, will provide Traffic Engineering services; and WHEREAS, the City Engineer will negotiate with the consultants the scope of services of individual projects and issue task orders to the Master Services Agreement; and WHEREAS, the City Council appropriates funds for the Capital Improvement Program through the annual budget process; and
WHEREAS, the City Manager will have the authority to execute project -specific task orders under these Master Service Agreements in amounts up to $250,000 per task order without further Council action.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Ceres does hereby approve Master Service Agreements for Traffic Engineering Services and authorizes the City Manager to execute the agreements.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Ceres City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on the 14th day of July 2025, by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmembers:

NOES: Councilmembers:

ABSENT: Councilmembers:

ABSTAIN: Councilmembers:
___________________________________
Javier Lopez, Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________________
Fallon Martin, City Clerk
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MASTER AGREEMENT FOR

PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR

CAPITAL

PROJECTS
THIS AGREEMENT is made this _14__ day of ___July___, 2025, by and between the CITY OF CERES, a municipal corporation, hereinafter referred to as "CITY", and Advanced Mobility Group, a professional consulting firm, hereinafter referred to as "CONSULTANT".

RECITALS:

A. CITY has completed a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) process to select qualified professional consulting firms to perform services for the CITY on an as needed basis for various engineering specialties.

B. CONSULTANT was one of the professional consulting firms selected by the CITY.

1. TERM
The term of this Master Agreement shall commence upon its execution by the parties and shall expire on June 30, 2027. If the Master Agreement is not extended, the terms and conditions of the Master Agreement will stay in effect until the satisfactory completion of the services as agreed to in the specific Project Agreements as further delineated herein.

2. AWARD OF PROJECTS
During the term of this Master Agreement, and any extension thereof, the CITY will from time-to-time submit a preliminary scope of services for selected projects to each of the consulting firms selected to contract with the CITY. CONSULTANT will, as requested by the City Engineer, submit a scope of services, schedule and price for the project. The City Engineer will make the final determination regarding the award of the project and CONSULTANT will, within five (5) days of the Notice of Award, execute and deliver to the CITY the Project Agreement in the form shown on ATTACHMENT 1.

3. COMPLIANCE WITH LAW
CONSULTANT shall use due professional care to provide that services rendered hereunder shall be provided in accordance with all applicable ordinances, resolutions, statutes,

ATTACHMENT B
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rules, and regulations of the CITY and any Federal, State, or local governmental agency having jurisdiction in effect at the time service is rendered.

Should the CITY discover a violation of any of the applicable ordinances, resolutions, statutes, rules or regulations referred to in this paragraph 2, the CITY shall give written notice of such violation to CONSULTANT, and CONSULTANT shall have a reasonable time to cure such violation.

Should a conflict arise between any of the various ordinances, resolutions, statutes, rules and regulations, CONSULTANT shall advise the CITY of such conflict, and the parties shall mutually agree upon a resolution of such conflicts.

For State and Federally funded projects, should a conflict arise between this agreement and the terms set forth in Exhibit 10-R, the terms in Exhibit 10-R shall prevail. For locally funded projects, this agreement shall prevail.

4. LICENSES, PERMITS, FEES, & ASSESSMENTS
CONSULTANT shall obtain at its sole cost and expense such licenses, permits, and approvals as may be required by law for the performance of the services required by this Agreement. CONSULTANT shall have the sole obligation to pay for any fees, assessments and taxes, plus applicable penalties and interest, which may be imposed by law and arise from or are necessary for the CONSULTANT’S performance of the services required by this Agreement, and shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless CITY against any such fees, assessments, taxes, penalties, or interest levied, assessed, or imposed against CITY hereunder.

5. FAMILIARITY WITH WORK
By executing this Master Agreement, CONSULTANT agrees that with regard to any Project Agreement, the CONSULTANT: (a) will investigate and consider the scope of services to be performed; (b) carefully consider how the services should be performed; and, (c) fully understand the facilities, difficulties, and restrictions attending performance of the services of any project for which a proposal is requested. If services involve work upon any site, CONSULTANT will investigate the site and will be fully acquainted with the conditions that exist prior to commencement of services on the project. Should the CONSULTANT discover any latent or unknown conditions which will materially affect the performance of the services on the project, CONSULTANT will immediately inform the CITY of such fact and shall not ITEM 14

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proceed except at CONSULTANT’S risk until written instructions are received from the Contract Officer.

6. FURTHER RESPONSIBILITIES OF PARTIES
Both parties agree to use reasonable care and diligence to perform their respective obligations under this Master Agreement and any Project Agreement. Both parties agree to act in good faith to execute all instruments, prepare all documents, and take all actions as may be reasonably necessary to carry out the purposes of said Agreements. Unless hereafter specified, neither party shall be responsible for the service of the other.

7. ADDITIONAL SERVICES
CITY shall have the right at any time during the performance of the services, without invalidating this Agreement, to order extra work or make changes by altering, adding to or deducting from said work. No such extra work may be undertaken unless a written order is first given by the Contract Officer to the CONSULTANT, incorporating therein any adjustment in (i) the Contract Sum, and/or (ii) the time to perform this Agreement, which said adjustments are subject to the written approval of the CONSULTANT. It is expressly understood by CONSULTANT that the provisions of this section shall not apply to services specifically set forth in the Scope of Services for any Project Agreement or reasonably contemplated therein.

CONSULTANT hereby acknowledges that it accepts the risk that the services to be provided pursuant to the Scope of Services for any Project Agreement may be more costly or time consuming than CONSULTANT anticipates and that CONSULTANT shall not be entitled to additional compensation therefore.

8. TERM OF PROJECT AGREEMENT
Any Project Agreement shall be effective upon execution by both parties and will continue in effect until CITY'S acceptance of and payment for all services authorized by CITY and performed by CONSULTANT, unless terminated earlier in accordance with the provisions of the termination clause in this Master Agreement.

9. COMMENCEMENT OF SERVICES
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Ceres Department of Finance. Any costs incurred by CONSULTANT prior to receipt of a purchase order shall be at CONSULTANT’S expense.

10. PROJECT COMPENSATION
CONSULTANT agrees to accept the sum stated in the Project Agreement as full remuneration for performing all services and furnishing all staffing and materials for the work in accordance with Scope of Services contained in the Project Agreement. The total compensation paid to CONSULTANT for all projects awarded to CONSULTANT under this Master Agreement shall not exceed one million five-hundred thousand ($1,500,000.00) without further approval of the Ceres City Council.

For each Project Agreement, unless otherwise agreed to by both parties, compensation shall be paid pursuant in the manner at the times set forth below:

CITY shall pay CONSULTANT on a time and materials basis for CONSULTANT’S actual costs for all services called for in the Scope of Services. All work to be performed shall be billed at the lower of the hourly rates provided by the CONSULTANT in their Proposal in response to the City’s RFQ or as set forth in the Project Agreement. CONSULTANT shall submit monthly invoices to CITY which include City Project Number, City Purchase Order Number, detailed tasks, hours worked, and billable rates for all work completed, and detailed receipt for any out-of-pocket costs paid by CONSULTANT in connection with work performed on the project. CONSULTANT shall be paid within thirty (30) days of receipt by the CITY of a properly prepared invoice.

11. TIME OF ESSENCE
Time is of the essence in the performance of any Project Agreement.

12. SCHEDULE OF PERFORMANCE
CONSULTANT shall perform all services within the times set forth in the Project Agreement.

13. FORCE MAJEURE
The time period(s) specified in any Project Agreement for performance of the services rendered shall be extended because of any delays due to unforeseeable causes beyond the reasonable control of CONSULTANT and without the fault or negligence of CONSULTANT, including but not limited to severe weather, fires, earthquakes, floods, epidemics, quarantine ITEM 14

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restrictions, riots, strikes, freight embargoes, wars, litigation, and/or acts of any governmental agency, including the CITY, if the CONSULTANT shall within ten (10) days of the commencement of such delay notify the Contract Officer in writing of the causes of the delay.

The Contract Officer shall ascertain the facts and the extent of delay and extend the time for performing the services for the period of the enforced delay when and if in the judgment of the Contract Officer such delay is justified. The Contract Officer’s determination shall be final and conclusive upon the parties to this Agreement. In no event shall CONSULTANT be entitled to recover damages against the CITY for any delay in the performance of this Agreement, however caused, CONSULTANT’S sole remedy being extension of the Agreement pursuant to this Section.

14. OBLIGATIONS OF CONSULTANT
Throughout the term of this Master Agreement, CONSULTANT shall possess, or secure all licenses, permits, qualifications and approvals legally required to conduct business.

CONSULTANT agrees that it has all of the necessary professional capabilities and experience, as well as all tools, instrumentalities, facilities and other resources necessary to provide CITY with the services contemplated by this Master Agreement, and any specific Project Agreement.

CONSULTANT further agrees that it will reasonably follow the current, generally accepted and professional practices to make findings, render opinions, prepare factual presentations, and provide professional advice and recommendations regarding any project. These reviews shall be performed by senior personnel experienced in the areas necessary to perform the reviews and capable of making appropriate recommendations for modifications, as necessary.

15. PROJECT MANAGER
CONSULTANT will assign a Project Manager, who will be the person primarily responsible for the performance of the services referred to in any Project Agreement. Said person shall not be replaced without the consent of CITY, which consent will not be unreasonably withheld.

16. CONTRACT OFFICER
The City Engineer will assign a Contract Officer for the services performed under any Project Agreement. It shall be the CONSULTANT’S responsibility to assure that the Contract Officer is kept informed of the progress of the performance of the services and the ITEM 14

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CONSULTANT shall refer any decisions, which must be made by CITY to the Contract Officer.

Unless otherwise specified herein, any approval of CITY required hereunder shall mean the approval of the Contract Officer. The Contract Officer shall have authority to sign all documents on behalf of the CITY required hereunder to carry out the terms of any Project Agreement.

17. PROHIBITION AGAINST SUBCONTRACTING OR ASSIGNMENT
The experience, knowledge, capability, and reputation of CONSULTANT, its principals, and employees were a substantial inducement for the CITY to enter into this Master Agreement.

Therefore, CONSULTANT shall not contract with any other entity to perform in whole or in part the services required hereunder without the express written approval of the CITY. In addition, neither this agreement nor any interest herein may be transferred, assigned, conveyed, hypothecated, or encumbered voluntarily or by operation of law, whether for the benefit of creditors or otherwise, without the prior written approval of CITY. Transfers restricted hereunder shall include the transfer to any person or group and/or control of CONSULTANT, taking all transfers into account on a cumulative basis. In the event of any such unapproved transfer, including any bankruptcy proceeding, this Agreement shall, at CITY’s option, be void.

No approved transfer shall release the CONSULTANT or any surety of CONSULTANT of any liability hereunder without the express consent of CITY.

18. OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS/TITLE TO DATA
Ownership of Documents
All electronic and hard copies of reports, drawings, designs, graphics, working papers and other incidental work or materials furnished hereunder shall become and remain the property of CITY and CONSULTANT, and may be used by CITY as it may require without any additional cost to CITY. No reports shall be used by CONSULTANT for purposes other than this contract without the express prior written consent of CITY.

Any use of the work product for other project(s) without specific written authorization from CONSULTANT will be at CITY’S sole risk and without liability to CONSULTANT.

Further, any and all liability arising out of changes made to, or reuse of, CONSULTANT’S deliverables under this Agreement by CITY or persons other than CONSULTANT is waived as against CONSULTANT and CITY assumes full responsibility for such changes unless CITY has ITEM 14

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given CONSULTANT prior notice and has received from CONSULTANT written consent for such changes.

Title to Data
If, as a part of any Project Agreement, CONSULTANT is required to produce data such as, but not limited to, drawings, plans, specifications, calculations, models, flow diagrams, visual aids and other related materials, the originals of final data generated under this Agreement will be delivered to CITY upon the completion of the project, termination of services, or when requested by City.

All materials, documents, data or information obtained from CITY data files or any CITY medium furnished to CONSULTANT in the performance of any Project Agreement will at all times remain the property of CITY. Such data or information may not be used or copied for direct or indirect use by CONSULTANT after termination of any Project Agreement without written consent of CITY.

19. INTEREST OF CONSULTANT
CONSULTANT warrants that he/it presently has no interest and shall not acquire any interest, direct or indirect, which would conflict in any manner or degree with the performance of services required to be performed under this Master Agreement, or any Project Agreement.

CONSULTANT warrants that, in performance of any Project Agreement, CONSULTANT shall not employ any person having any such interest. CONSULTANT agrees to file a Statement of Economic Interests with the CITY Clerk at the start and end of this contract if so required at the option of CITY.

20. REPORTS
CONSULTANT shall periodically prepare and submit to the Contract Officer such reports concerning the performance of the services required by any Project Agreement as the Contract Officer shall require. CONSULTANT thereby acknowledges that the CITY is greatly concerned about the cost of work and services to be performed pursuant to any Project Agreement. For this reason, CONSULTANT agrees that if CONSULTANT becomes aware of any facts, circumstances, techniques, or events that may or will materially increase or decrease the cost of the work or services contemplated therein, CONSULTANT shall promptly notify the Contract Officer of said fact, circumstance, technique or event.

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21. RECORDS
CONSULTANT shall keep, and require subcontractors to keep, such books and records as shall be necessary to perform the services required by any Project Agreement and enable the Contract Officer to evaluate the performance of such services. The Contract Officer shall have full and free access to such books and records at all times during normal business hours of CITY, including the right to inspect, copy, audit, and make records and transcripts from such records.

Such records shall be maintained for a period of three (3) years following completion of the services hereunder, and the CITY shall have access to such records in the event any audit is required.

22. AMENDMENTS
Both parties to this Master Agreement understand that it may become desirable or necessary during the performance of any Project Agreement, for CITY or CONSULTANT to modify the scope of services provided for under any Project Agreement. Any material extension or change in the scope of services shall be discussed with CITY and the change and cost shall be memorialized in a written amendment to the original contract prior to the performance of the additional work.

Until an amendment is so executed, CITY will not be responsible to pay any charges CONSULTANT may incur in performing such additional services, and CONSULTANT shall not be required to perform any such additional services.

23. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
All acts of CONSULTANT, his agents, officers, and employees and all others acting on behalf of CONSULTANT relating to the performance of this Master Agreement, and any Project Agreement shall be performed as independent contractors and not as agents, officers, or employees of CITY. CONSULTANT, by virtue of this Agreement, has no authority to bind or incur any obligation on behalf of CITY. CONSULTANT has no authority or responsibility to exercise any rights or power vested in CITY. No agent, officer, or employee of CITY is to be considered an employee of CONSULTANT. It is understood by both CONSULTANT and ITEM 14

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CITY that this Agreement shall not under any circumstances be construed or considered to create an employer-employee relationship or a joint venture.

CONSULTANT, his agents, officers and employees are and, at all times during the term of this Master Agreement, shall represent and conduct themselves as independent contractors and not as employees of CITY.

CONSULTANT shall determine the method, details and means of performing the work and services to be provided by CONSULTANT under any Project Agreement. CONSULTANT shall be responsible to CITY only for the requirements and results specified in any Project Agreement and, except as expressly provided in any Project Agreement, shall not be subjected to CITY'S control with respect to the physical action or activities of the CONSULTANT in fulfillment of any Project Agreement. CONSULTANT has control over the manner and means of performing the services. CONSULTANT is permitted to provide services to others during the same period service is provided to CITY. If necessary, CONSULTANT has the responsibility for employing other persons or firms to assist CONSULTANT in fulfilling the terms and obligations under any Project Agreement.

If in the performance of any Project Agreement any third persons are employed by CONSULTANT, such persons shall be entirely and exclusively under the direction, supervision, and control of CONSULTANT. All terms of employment including hours, wages, working conditions, discipline, hiring, and discharging or any other term of employment or requirement of law shall be determined by the CONSULTANT.

It is understood and agreed that as an independent contractor and not an employee of CITY neither the CONSULTANT nor CONSULTANT'S assigned personnel shall have any entitlement as a CITY employee, right to act on behalf of CITY in any capacity whatsoever as an agent, or to bind CITY to any obligation whatsoever.

It is further understood and agreed that CONSULTANT must issue W-2 forms or other forms as required by law for income and employment tax purposes for all of CONSULTANT'S personnel.

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contention by any third party that an employer-employee relationship exists by reason of this Agreement.

24. NOTICES
Any and all notices permitted or required to be given hereunder shall be deemed duly given and effective (1) upon actual delivery, if delivery is by hand; or (2) five (5) days after delivery into the United States mail if delivery is by postage paid registered or certified (return receipt requested) mail. Each such notice shall be sent to the parties at the address respectively indicated below or to any other address as the respective parties may designate from time to time in writing.

FOR CONSULTANT: Name: Advanced Mobility Group
Address: 3003 Oak Road, Suite 100
Walnut Creek, CA 94597

Attention: Joy Bhattacharya
Phone: (415) 688-0024

FOR CITY: Name: CITY of Ceres
Address: 2220 Magnolia St.

Ceres, CA 95307
Attention: Michael R. Beltran II, PE, Director of Engineering Phone: (209) 538-5775

25. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
Insurance shall be provided as specified in Exhibit “A”.

26. TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT
Termination on Occurrence of Stated Events
Any Project Agreement shall terminate automatically on the date on which any of the following events occur: (1) bankruptcy or insolvency of CONSULTANT, or (2) legal dissolution of CONSULTANT, unless the CITY consents in writing to the continuation of the Project Agreement.

Termination by CITY for Default of CONSULTANT
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Should CONSULTANT default in the performance of any Project Agreement or materially breach any of his provisions, at its option CITY may terminate any Project Agreement by giving written notification to CONSULTANT. The termination date shall be the effective date of the notice. Except for a material breach of any Project Agreement resulting from the CONSULTANT’S willful destruction of CITY'S property, dishonesty or theft, the CITY will give the CONSULTANT 30 days notice to correct failure to perform required services or default in performance prior to executing a written notice of termination.

Termination by CONSULTANT for Default of CITY
Should CITY default in the performance of any Project Agreement or materially breach any of its provisions, at his/its option CONSULTANT may terminate any Project Agreement by giving written notice to CITY. The termination date shall be the effective date of the notice. For the purposes of this section, material breach of any Project Agreement shall include but not be limited to any of the following: failure to pay CONSULTANT as hereafter provided, willful destruction of CONSULTANT'S property by CITY, dishonesty or theft.

Termination by CITY for Lack of Budgeted Funds
CITY may terminate this Master Agreement, effective July 1 of any given year upon CITY'S determination to not appropriate sufficient funds for this Master Agreement for the ensuing fiscal year. In such event, CITY shall give CONSULTANT not less than 30 days written notice.

Termination for Failure to Make Agreed-Upon Payments
Should CITY fail to pay CONSULTANT all or any part of the payments set forth in any Project Agreement on the date due, at his option CONSULTANT may terminate any Project Agreement if the failure is not remedied within thirty (30) days after CONSULTANT notifies CITY in writing of such failure to pay. The termination date shall be the effective date of the notice.

Termination by CITY for Change of CONSULTANT'S Tax Status If CITY determines that CONSULTANT does not meet the requirements of federal and state tax laws for independent contractor status, CITY may terminate this Master Agreement and any Project Agreement by giving written notice to CONSULTANT. The termination date shall be the effective date of the notice.

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Voluntary Termination
The parties may terminate any Agreement upon mutual written Agreement.

In the Event of Termination
If any Project Agreement is terminated pursuant to this Paragraph, CONSULTANT shall cease all his work on the project as of the termination date and shall see to it that his employees, subcontractors and agents are notified of such termination and cease their work. If CITY so requests, and at CITY'S cost, CONSULTANT shall provide sufficient oral or written status reports to make CITY reasonably aware of the status of CONSULTANT’S work on the project.

Further, if CITY so requests, CONSULTANT shall deliver to CITY any work products whether in draft or final form which have been produced to date.

If any Project Agreement is terminated pursuant to any of the subsections contained in this paragraph, CITY will pay CONSULTANT an amount based on the percentage of work completed on the termination date, this percentage shall be determined by CITY in its sole discretion. If any Project Agreement is terminated pursuant to the subparagraph entitled Termination by CITY for Default of CONSULTANT, CONSULTANT understands and agrees that CITY may, in CITY'S sole discretion, refuse to pay CONSULTANT for that portion of CONSULTANT'S services which were performed by CONSULTANT on the project prior to the termination date and which remain unacceptable and/or not useful to CITY as of the termination date.

27. INDEMNITY
CONSULTANT shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless CITY and its officers, officials and employees from and against all claims, damages, losses and expenses including reasonable attorney fees arising out of the performance of the work described herein, to the extent caused in whole or in part by any negligent act or omission of the CONSULTANT, or any agent or employee of the CONSULTANT, except where caused by the active negligence, sole n
egligence, or willful misconduct of the CITY.

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any requirement in this Agreement for CONSULTANT to procure and maintain a policy of insurance.

28. PREVAILING WAGES/CERTIFIED PAYROLL REQUIREMENT
Should the performance of the services required by any Project Agreement involve the provision of field work, CONSULTANT is advised that compliance with California Labor Code Sections 1720 – 1781 regarding the payment of prevailing wages is required, including the obligation to comply with the provisions of Section 1776 of the Labor Code regarding payroll records. These provisions apply equally to the CONSULTANT and its subcontractors, and CONSULTANT shall require that its sub consultants and subcontractors comply with the Labor Code provisions.

29. RETENTION OF FUNDS
CONSULTANT hereby authorizes CITY to deduct from any amount payable to CONSULTANT (whether or not arising out of any Project Agreement): (i) any amounts the payment of which may be in dispute hereunder or which are necessary to compensate CITY for any losses, costs, liabilities, or damages suffered by CITY; and, (ii) all amounts for which CITY may be liable to third parties, by reason of CONSULTANT’S acts or omissions in performing or failing to perform CONSULTANT’S obligation under any Project Agreement. In the event that any claim is made by a third party, the amount or validity of which is disputed by CONSULTANT, or any indebtedness shall exist which shall appear to be the basis for a claim of lien, CITY may withhold from any payment due, without liability for interest because of such withholding, an amount sufficient to cover such claim. The failure of CITY to exercise such right to deduct or to withhold shall not, however, affect the obligations of the CONSULTANT to insure, indemnify, and protect CITY as elsewhere provided herein.

30. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This Master Agreement, any Project Agreement, the Supplemental Agreement Provisions, and their respective exhibits contain the entire understanding between CONSULTANT and CITY. Additional or new terms contained in this Master Agreement and any Project Agreement which vary from any CONSULTANT'S proposal are controlling and are ITEM 14

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deemed accepted by CONSULTANT upon commencement of performance hereunder. All previous proposals, offers and communications relative to this Master Agreement and any Project Agreement, whether oral or written, are hereby superseded except to the extent that they have been incorporated into this Master Agreement and any Project Agreement. No future waiver of or exception to any of the terms, conditions, and provisions of this Master Agreement and any Project Agreement shall be considered valid unless specifically agreed to in writing by all the parties.

31. PARTIAL INVALIDITY
If any provision in this Master Agreement or any Project Agreement are held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, void, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall nevertheless continue in full force without being impaired or invalidated in any way.

32. WAIVER
The waiver by any party to this Master Agreement, or any Project Agreement of a breach of any provision thereof shall be in writing and shall not operate or be construed as a waiver of any other or subsequent breach hereof unless specifically stated in writing.

33. AUDIT
CITY'S duly authorized representative shall have access at all reasonable times to all reports, contract records, contract documents, contract files, and personnel necessary to audit and verify CONSULTANT'S charges to CITY under any Project Agreement.

CONSULTANT agrees to retain reports, records, documents, and files related to charges under any Project Agreement for a period of three (3) years following the date of final payment for CONSULTANT services. CITY'S representative shall have the right to reproduce any of the aforesaid documents.

34. GOVERNING LAW
This Master Agreement and any Project Agreement shall be construed and interpreted both as to validity and to performance of the parties in accordance with the laws of the State of California. The parties agree that as a condition precedent to the commencement of litigation under either the Master Agreement or any Project Agreement, they shall submit the matter to non-binding mediation administered by the American Arbitration Association under its construction industry mediation rules, unless waived by mutual stipulation of both parties. Legal ITEM 14

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actions concerning any dispute, claim, or matter arising out of or in relation to said Agreements not settled by mediation shall be instituted in the Superior Court of the County of Stanislaus, State of California, or any other appropriate court in such county, and CONSULTANT covenants and agrees to submit to the personal jurisdiction of such court in the event of such action.

35. TITLE VI ASSURANCES
Appendices A through E of the Title VI Assurances are attached herein as Exhibit “B”, and all provisions are made apart of this agreement as required by U.S. Department of Transpiration Order No.1050.2A.

36. HEADINGS NOT CONTROLLING
Headings used in this Master Agreement and any Project Agreement are for reference purposes only and shall not be considered in construing said Agreements.

37. CITY BUSINESS LICENSE
CONSULTANT will have a CITY of Ceres business license, as required.

38. ATTORNEYS’ FEES
If either party to this Master Agreement and any Project Agreement is required to initiate or defend or is made a party to any action or proceeding in any way connected with this Master Agreement or any Project Agreement, the prevailing party in such action or proceeding, in addition to any other relief which may be granted, whether legal or equitable, shall be entitled to reasonable attorneys’ fees. Attorneys’ fees shall include attorneys’ fees on any appeal, and in addition a party entitled to attorneys’ fees shall be entitled to all other reasonable costs for investigating such action, taking depositions and discovery, and all other necessary costs the court allows which are incurred in such litigation. All such fees shall be deemed to have accrued on commencement of such action and shall be enforceable if such action is prosecuted to judgment.

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IN W
ITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement on the dates indicated below.

Dated: ______________________, 2025 Dated: ______________________, 2025 CITY OF CERES, a municipal corporation
By________________________________
Signature
Douglas Dunford, City Manager_
Name and Title
Advanced Mobility Group
By__
_____________________________
Signature
_________________________________
Name and Title
APP

ROVED AS TO FORM
__________________________________

CITY ATTORNEY
CONS
ULTANT’s Federal ID #
__________________________________
ATT
EST:
_____________________________________
Fallon Martin, City Clerk
June 6
Beth Clement, Corporate Board Secretary
82-3883515
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EXHIBIT “A”

INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR CONSULTANTS

CONSULTANT shall procure and maintain for the duration of the contract insurance against claims for injuries to persons or damages to property which may arise from or in connection with the performance of the work hereunder by the CONSULTANT, his/her agents, representatives, or employees.

Minimum Scope of insurance

Coverage shall be at least as broad as:

1. Insurance Services Office Commercial General Liability coverage (Occurrence Form CG 0001).

2. Insurance Services Office Form Number CA 00 01 covering Automobile Liability, Code 1 (any auto).

3. Workers’ compensation insurance as required by the State of California and Employer’s Liability Insurance.

4. Errors and Omissions Liability insurance appropriate to the CONSULTANT’S profession.

Minimum Limits of Insurance

CONSULTANT shall maintain limits no less than:

1. General Liability (Including operations, products and completed operations as applicable.):

$2,000,000 per occurrence for bodily injury, personal injury and property damage. If Commercial General Liability
insurance or other form with a general aggregate
limit is used, either the general aggregate limit shall apply separately to this project/location or the
general aggregate limit shall be twice the required
occurrence limit.

2. Automobile Liability:

$2,000,000 per accident for bodily injury and property damage.

3. Employer’s Liability:

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$2,000,000 per accident for bodily injury or disease.

4. Errors and Omissions Liability:
$2,000,000 per claim and aggregate.

SPECIAL SITUATIONS/CLAIMS HANDLING PROCEDURES

Deductibles and Self-Insured Retentions

Any deductibles or self-insured retentions must be declared to and approved by the entity. At the option of the entity, either (a) the insurer shall reduce or eliminate such deductibles or self- insured retentions as respects the entity, its officers, officials, employees and volunteers or (b) the consultant shall provide a financial guarantee satisfactory to the entity guaranteeing payment of losses and related investigations, clam administration and defense expenses.

Other Insurance Provision

The commercial general liability and automobile liability policies are to contain, or be endorsed to contain, the following provisions:

1. The Entity, its officers, officials, employees, are to be covered as insured’s as respects: liability arising out of work or operations performed by or on behalf of the CONSULTANT; or automobiles owned, leased, hired or borrowed by the CONSULTANT.

2. For any claims related to this project, the CONSULTANT’S insurance coverage shall be primary insurance as respects the Entity, its officers, officials, employees.

Any insurance or self-insurance maintained by the entity, its officers, officials, employees or volunteers shall be excess of the CONSULTANT’S insurance and shall not contribute with it.

3. Each insurance policy required by this clause shall be endorsed to state that coverage shall not be canceled by either party, except after thirty (30) days’ prior written notice by mail has been given to the entity.

4. Coverage shall not extend to any indemnity coverage for the active negligence of the additional insured in any case where an agreement to indemnify the additional insured would be invalid under Subdivision (b) of section 2782 of the Civil Code.

If General liability, Contractors Pollution Liability and/or Asbestos Pollution Liability and/or Errors and Omissions coverages are written on a claims-made form:

1. The retroactive date must be shown, and must be before the date of the contract or the beginning of contract work.

2. Insurance must be maintained and evidence of insurance must be provided for at least three (3) years after completion of the contract of work.

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3. If coverage is canceled or non-renewed, and not replaced with another claims- made policy form with a retroactive date prior to the contract effective date, the Contractor must purchase an extended period coverage for a minimum of three (3) years after completion of contract work.

4. A copy of the claims reporting requirements must be submitted to the entity for review.

5. If the services involve lead-based paint or asbestos identification/remediation, the Contractors Pollution Liability shall not contain lead-based paint or asbestos exclusions. If the services involve mold identification/remediation, the Contractors Pollution Liability shall not contain a mold exclusion and the definition of “pollution” shall include microbial matter including mold.

Acceptability of Insurers

Insurance is to be placed with insurers with a current A.M. Best’s rating of no less than A:VII, unless otherwise acceptable to the Entity.

Verification of Coverage

CONSULTANT shall furnish the Entity with original certificates and endorsements, including amendatory endorsements, effecting coverage required by this clause. The endorsements should be on forms provided by the Entity or on other than the Entity’s forms, provided those endorsements conform to Entity requirements. All certificates and endorsements are to be received and approved by the Entity before work commences; however, failure to do so shall not operate as a waiver of these insurance policies, including endorsements effecting the coverage required by these specifications at any time.

Waiver of Subrogation

CONSULTANT hereby agrees to waive subrogation, which any insurer of contractor may acquire from vendor by virtue of the payment of any loss. CONSULTANT agrees to obtain any endorsement that may be necessary to affect this waiver of subrogation.

The workers’ compensation policy shall be endorsed to contain a waiver of subrogation in favor of the entity for all work performed by the consultant, its agents, employees, independent contractors and subcontractors.

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Exhibit 10-R: AGREEMENT LANGUAGE
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
ARTICLE I INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................. 3 ARTICLE II CONSULTANT’S REPORTS OR MEETINGS .................................................................... 4 ARTICLE III STATEMENT OF WORK ................................................................................................... 4 ARTICLE IV PERFORMANCE PERIOD ................................................................................................ 6 ARTICLE V ALLOWABLE COSTS AND PAYMENTS .......................................................................... 6 ARTICLE VI TERMINATION ................................................................................................................ 10 ARTICLE VII COST PRINCIPLES AND ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS ................................... 11 ARTICLE VIII RETENTION OF RECORD/AUDITS .............................................................................. 11 ARTICLE IX AUDIT REVIEW PROCEDURES ..................................................................................... 12 ARTICLE X SUBCONTRACTING ........................................................................................................ 13 ARTICLE XI EQUIPMENT PURCHASE AND OTHER CAPITAL EXPENDITURES ............................ 15 ARTICLE XII STATE PREVAILING WAGE RATES ............................................................................ 16 ARTICLE XIII CONFLICT OF INTEREST ............................................................................................ 19 ARTICLE XIV REBATES, KICKBACKS OR OTHER UNLAWFUL CONSIDERATION ....................... 19

ARTICLE XV PROHIBITION OF EXPENDING LOCAL AGENCY, STATE, OR FEDERAL FUNDS FOR LOBBYING ................................................................................................................................. 20 ARTICLE XVI NON-DISCRIMINATION CLAUSE AND STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE ................... 20 ARTICLE XVII DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION CERTIFICATION .................................................. 21 ARTICLE XVIII DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISES (DBE) PARTICIPATION .................. 22 ARTICLE XIX INSURANCE ................................................................................................................. 28 ARTICLE XX FUNDING REQUIREMENTS ......................................................................................... 29 ARTICLE XXI CHANGE IN TERMS ..................................................................................................... 29 ARTICLE XXII CONTINGENT FEE ...................................................................................................... 29 ARTICLE XXIII DISPUTES .................................................................................................................. 30 ARTICLE XXIV INSPECTION OF WORK ............................................................................................ 30 ARTICLE XXV SAFETY .......................................................................................................................30 ARTICLE XXVI OWNERSHIP OF DATA ............................................................................................. 31 ARTICLE XXVII CLAIMS FILED BY LOCAL AGENCY’s CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTOR ............. 31 ARTICLE XXVIII CONFIDENTIALITY OF DATA ................................................................................. 32 ARTICLE XXIX NATIONAL LABOR RELATIONS BOARD CERTIFICATION ..................................... 32 ARTICLE XXX EVALUATION OF CONSULTANT .............................................................................. 33 ARTICLE XXXI PROMPT PAYMENT .................................................................................................. 33 ITEM 14
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ARTICLE XXXII TITLE VI ASSURANCES ........................................................................................... 33 ARTICLE XXXIII NOTIFICATION ........................................................................................................ 38 ARTICLE XXXIV CONTRACT ............................................................................................................. 38 ARTICLE XXXV SIGNATURES ........................................................................................................... 39 ITEM 14
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ARTICLE I INTRODUCTION
A. This AGREEMENT is between the following named, hereinafter referred to as, CONSULTANT and the following named, hereinafter referred to as, LOCAL AGENCY:

The name of the “CONSULTANT” is as follows:

ADVANCED MONILITY GROUP

Incorporated in the State of CALIFORNIA
The Project Manager for the “CONSULTANT” will be JOY
BHATTACHARYA The name of the “LOCAL AGENCY” is as
follows:

CITY OF CERES

The Contract Administrator for LOCAL AGENCY will be MICHAEL R. BELTRAN II

B. The work to be performed under this AGREEMENT is described in Article III Statement of Work and the approved CONSULTANT’s Cost Proposal dated May 2, 2025. The approved CONSULTANT’s Cost Proposal is attached hereto Attachment 1 and incorporated by reference. If there is any conflict between the approved Cost Proposal and this AGREEMENT, this AGREEMENT shall take precedence.

C. CONSULTANT agrees to the fullest extent permitted by law, to indemnify, protect, defend, and hold harmless LOCAL AGENCY, its officers, officials, agents, employees and volunteers from and against any and all claims, damages, demands, liability, costs, losses and expenses, including without limitation, court costs and reasonable attorneys’ and expert witness fees, arising out of any failure to comply with applicable law, any injury to or death of any person(s), damage to property, loss of use of property, economic loss or otherwise arising out of the performance of the work described herein, to the extent caused by a negligent act or negligent failure to act, errors, omissions, recklessness or willful misconduct incident to the performance of this AGREEMENT on the part of CONSULTANT, except such loss or damage which was caused by the sole negligence, or willful misconduct of LOCAL AGENCY, as determined by a Court of competent jurisdiction. The provisions of this section shall survive termination or suspension of this AGREEMENT.

D. CONSULTANT in the performance of this AGREEMENT, shall act in an independent capacity. It is understood and agreed that CONSULTANT (including CONSULTANT's employees) is an independent contractor and that no relationship of employer-employee exists between the Parties hereto. CONSULTANT's assigned personnel shall not be entitled to any benefits payable to employees of City.

E. LOCAL AGENCY is not required to make any deductions or withholdings from the compensation payable to CONSULTANT under the provisions of the AGREEMENT, and is not required to issue W-2 Forms for income and employment tax purposes for any of CONSULTANT's assigned personnel. CONSULTANT, in the performance of its obligation hereunder, is only subject to the control or direction of the LOCAL AGENCY as to the designation of tasks to be performed and the results to be accomplished.

F. Any third party person(s) employed by CONSULTANT shall be entirely and exclusively under the direction, supervision, and control of CONSULTANT. CONSULTANT hereby indemnifies and holds LOCAL AGENCY harmless from any and all claims that may be made against City based upon any contention by any third party that an employer-employee relationship exists by reason of this AGREEMENT.

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G. Except as expressly authorized herein, CONSULTANT's obligations under this AGREEMENT are not assignable or transferable, and CONSULTANT shall not subcontract any work, without the prior written approval of the LOCAL AGENCY. However, claims for money due or which become due to CONSULTANT from City under this AGREEMENT may be assigned to a financial institution or to a trustee in bankruptcy, without such approval. Notice of any assignment or transfer whether voluntary or involuntary shall be furnished promptly to the LOCAL AGENCY.

H. CONSULTANT shall be as fully responsible to the LOCAL AGENCY for the negligent acts and omissions of its contractors and subcontractors or subconsultants, and of persons either directly or indirectly employed by them, in the same manner as persons directly employed by CONSULTANT.

I. No alteration or variation of the terms of this AGREEMENT shall be valid, unless made in writing and signed by the parties authorized to bind the parties; and no oral understanding or agreement not incorporated herein, shall be binding on any of the parties hereto.

J. The consideration to be paid to CONSULTANT as provided herein, shall be in compensation for all of CONSULTANT’s expenses incurred in the performance hereof, including travel and per diem, unless otherwise expressly so provided.

ARTICLE II CONSULTANT’S REPORTS OR MEETINGS
A. CONSULTANT shall submit progress reports on each specific project in accordance with the Task Order. These reports shall be submitted at least once a month. The report should be sufficiently detailed for LOCAL AGENCY’s Contract Administrator or Project Coordinator to determine, if CONSULTANT is performing to expectations, or is on schedule; to provide communication of interim findings, and to sufficiently address any difficulties or special problems encountered, so remedies can be developed.

B. CONSULTANT’s Project Manager shall meet with LOCAL AGENCY’s Contract Administrator or Project Coordinator, as needed, to discuss progress on the project(s).

ARTICLE III STATEMENT OF WORK
A. CONSULTANT Services
Provided in Attachment 2

B. Right of Way
Not Applicable to this Contract

C. Surveys
Not Applicable to this Contract
D. Subsurface Investigations
Provided in Attachment 2
E. Local Agency Obligations
All data applicable to the project and in possession of LOCAL AGENCY, another agency, or government agency that are to be made available to CONSULTANT are referred to in the AGREEMENT. Any other assistance or services to be furnished to CONSULTANT are to be stated clearly.

F. Conferences, Site Visits, Inspection of Work
This AGREEMENT provides for conferences as needed, visits to the site, and inspection of the work by representatives of the LOCAL AGENCY, State, and/or FHWA. Costs incurred by ITEM 14
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