Annotated agenda — Chula Vista City Council, August 25, 2026 (part 1 of 3)

Date: Tuesday, August 25, 2026, 5:00 p.m.

Location: Council Chambers, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA

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1. CALL TO ORDER

2. ROLL CALL

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE

4. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY

4.1 Oaths of Office:
• Sandra Castro Cain, Civil Service Commission
• Jaye Okamoto, Measure P Citizens’ Oversight Committee City of Chula Vista - City Council
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5. CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 5.1 through 5.4)
Consent calendar items are considered together and acted upon by one motion. There is no separate discussion of these items unless the Mayor or a City Councilmember removes the item from the consent calendar. Items removed from the consent calendar will be heard as action items.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council approve the recommended action on the below consent calendar items.

5.1 Approve Meeting Minutes 9
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Approve the minutes dated: August 11, 2026

5.2 Waive Reading of Text of Resolutions and Ordinances RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Approve a motion to read only the title and waive the reading of the text of all resolutions and ordinances at this meeting.

5.3 Agreement: Approve Agreements with Psychological Consulting Associates, Inc. and The Counseling Team International to Provide Public Safety Psychological Evaluations
19 Report Number: 26-0261
Location: No specific geographic location
Department: Police
G.C. § 84308 Regulations Apply: No
Environmental Notice: The activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) State Guidelines.

Therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a resolution approving agreements with Psychological Consulting Associates, Inc. and The Counseling Team International to provide public safety psychological evaluations.

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5.4 Opportunity Zone 2.0 Program: Recommend that the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development Include Eight Chula Vista Census Tracts as Part of the State’s Recommendation for the Program
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Report Number: 26-0275
Location: Eight census tracts located in western Chula Vista Department: Economic Development
G.C. § 84308 Regulations Apply: No
Environmental Notice: The activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the activity qualifies for an Exemption pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a resolution recommending that the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development include eight (8) census tracts located in western Chula Vista as part of the State’s recommendation for the Opportunity Zone 2.0 program.

6. PUBLIC COMMENTS 174
Twenty-one minutes are scheduled for the public to address the City Council for three minutes each on any matter within the jurisdiction of the City Council that is not on the agenda. The remaining speakers, if any, will be heard during the continued Public Comment period.

7. ACTION ITEMS

7.1 Consider Items Removed From the Consent Calendar, if Any Consider items removed from the consent calendar by the Mayor or a City Councilmember, if any. If no items were removed from the consent calendar, this item will be withdrawn.

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7.2 Improvement District Annual Report: Approve the 2026 Annual Report for the Downtown Chula Vista Property-Based Improvement District 180
Report Number: 26-0110
Location: An approximately sixteen-block area along Third Avenue commercial corridor, bounded by E Street to the north, Church Avenue to the east, Landis Avenue to the west, and I Street to the south. The property-based business improvement district also includes one block on F Street where the City of Chula Vista central library and police station are located.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a resolution approving the 2026 Annual Report for the Downtown Chula Vista Property-Based Improvement District.

7.3 Grant Acceptance and Appropriation: Accept a Grant from the California Board of State and Community Corrections Prop. 64 Health and Safety Grant Program, Amend the Authorized Position Count, and Appropriate Funds 210
Report Number: 26-0263
Location: No specific geographic location
Department: Fire
G.C. § 84308 Regulations Apply: No
Environmental Notice: The activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the State California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines. Therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3), no environmental review is required.

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RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt the following resolutions:

Accepting a grant award of $4,424,765 from the California Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) Proposition 64 Public Health and Safety Grant Program; amending the fiscal year 2026-27 budget; and amending the authorized position count by adding one (1) LimitedTerm Paramedic (Non-Safety) - C position funded through the grant and the Fire Department’s Transport Enterprise Fund. (4/5 Vote Required) A.

Authorizing the City Manager to enter into agreements with SBCS (formerly South Bay Community Services) and San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) to provide support services and program evaluation as outlined in the grant award and application, in accordance with the grant guidelines.

7.4 Parking Restriction: Metro Avenue Time-Limited Parking Restriction 265 Report Number: 26-0237
Location: Metro Avenue from Stylus Street to Optima Street Department: Engineering
G.C. § 84308 Regulations Apply: No
Environmental Notice: This activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines. Therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a resolution approving the establishment of a 1-hour time-limited parking along the east and west sides of Metro Avenue from Stylus Street to Optima Street and amend Schedule VI of the Register of Schedules maintained by the City Engineer.

7.5 Federal Advocacy Services: Approve an Agreement with Thorn Run Partners, LLC for Federal Legislative Services, a Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Imperial Beach for Shared Legislative Advocacy, and Appropriate Funds 282
Report Number: 26-0279
Location: No specific geographic location
Department: City Manager
G.C. § 84308 Regulations Apply: No
Environmental Notice: The activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines. Therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required.

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RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt the following resolutions:

Approving: 1) an agreement with Thorn Run Partners, LCC for federal legislative advocacy services for the City; and 2) a Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Imperial Beach for shared legislative advocacy
A.

Amending the fiscal year 2026-27 budget to appropriate funds, accordingly (4/5 Vote Required)
B.

7.6 Agreement: Approve an Agreement with Veritone, Inc. to Provide Redaction Software Solution
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Report Number: 26-0241
Location: No specific geographic location
Department: Police
G.C. § 84308 Regulations Apply: No
Environmental Notice: The activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) State Guidelines.

Therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a resolution approving an agreement with Veritone, Inc. to provide a redaction software solution.

8. PUBLIC COMMENTS (CONTINUED)
There will be no continued Public Comment period if all speakers present at the first Public Comment period are heard.

9. CITY MANAGER’S REPORTS

9.1 Special Events Update - HarborFest 335

10. MAYOR’S REPORTS

11. COUNCILMEMBERS’ REPORTS

12. CITY CLERK'S REPORTS

13. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS

14. CLOSED SESSION
Announcements of actions taken in closed session shall be made available by noon on the next business day following the City Council meeting at the City Attorney's office in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act (Government Code 54957.7) City of Chula Vista - City Council
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14.1 Conference with Legal Counsel Regarding Existing Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
Name of case: Eric Crockett v City of Chula Vista, et al., San Diego Superior Court Case No. 37-2024-00012828-CU-OE-CTL
A.

Name of case: Maria Enriquez, et al. v. City of Chula Vista, et al., Southern District of California, Case No. '25CV3832 BTM DEB B.

15. ADJOURNMENT
to the regular City Council meeting on September 1, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.

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or (619) 691-5041.

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Regular City, Special Housing Authority, and
Special Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Meeting Council Meeting

MINUTES
Date:

Location:

August 11, 2026, 5:00 p.m.

Council Chambers, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA

Present: Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Fernandez, Councilmember Inzunza, Mayor McCann
Excused: Councilmember Preciado
Also Present: City Manager Allen, City Attorney Verdugo, City Clerk Bigelow, Deputy Director of City Clerk Services Turner
Minutes are prepared and ordered to correspond to the agenda. _____________________________________________________________________

1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m.

Mayor McCann announced, pursuant to the California Brown Act, (Government Code Section 54952.3), that he and all City Councilmembers would receive $50 for their attendance at that Housing Authority meeting, held simultaneously with the City Council meeting.

Councilmember Chavez joined the meeting at 5:01 p.m.

2. ROLL CALL
City Clerk Bigelow called the roll.

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE Led by Public Works Custodian Rick Rubel.

4. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY

4.1 Presentation of a Proclamation Commending Public Works Custodian Richard "Rick" Rubel in Recognition of his Retirement and 32 Years of Dedicated Service with the City of Chula Vista
The proclamation was presented.

5. CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 5.1 through 5.6)
John Acosta, Chula Vista resident, spoke regarding Item 5.5.

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Angelica Martinez, Chula Vista resident, spoke regarding Items 5.2 and 5.6.

Moved by Councilmember Inzunza
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Fernandez
To approve the recommended actions appearing below consent calendar Items 5.1 through 5.6. The headings were read, text waived. The motion was carried by the following vote:

Yes (4): Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Fernandez, Councilmember Inzunza, and Mayor McCann
Result, Carried (4 to 0)

5.1 Approve Meeting Minutes
Approve the minutes dated: July 14, 2026 (Corrected), July 21, 2026 (Special Meeting), July 21, 2026 (Regular Meeting), and July 28, 2026.

5.2 Waive Reading of Text of Resolutions and Ordinances Approve a motion to read only the title and waive the reading of the text of all resolutions and ordinances at this meeting.

5.3 Consider Requests for Excused Absences
Approve an excused absence for Councilmember Preciado from the August 11, 2026, City Council meeting.

5.4 Gaming Operations: Adopt an Ordinance to Amend Chula Vista Municipal Code Chapter 5.20 “Gambling” Incorporating Chula Vista Gaming Plan Provisions in Accordance with State Law
Adopt an ordinance amending Chula Vista Municipal Code Chapter 5.20 “Gambling” incorporating the Chula Vista Gaming Plan as an appendix in accordance with State law. (Second Reading and Adoption) Item 5.4 heading:

ORDINANCE NO. 3625 OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA READOPTING THE

CHULA VISTA GAMING PLAN AS AN APPENDIX TO CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 5.20 GAMBLING (SECOND READING AND ADOPTION)

5.5 Receive Investment Report: Receive the Investment Report for Quarter Ending June 30, 2026
Receive the investment report for the quarter ending on June 30, 2026.

5.6 Housing Funding and Appropriations: Authorize Housing Successor Agency Funding Allocations for Fiscal Year 2026-27 and Appropriate Funds Approve a resolution of the Chula Vista Housing Authority authorizing and appropriating $800,000 from the Low and Moderate Income Housing Asset Fund for administration costs and homeless prevention services. (4/5 Vote Required) Item 5.6 heading:

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-007 OF THE CHULA VISTA HOUSING AUTHORITY

ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE HOUSING SUCCESSOR TO THE

REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AUTHORIZING THE USE OF FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 LOW AND MODERATE INCOME HOUSING

ASSET FUNDS FOR ADMINISTRATIVE COSTS AND THE IMPLEMENTATION OF HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION PROGRAMS; AND APPROPRIATING
FUNDS THEREFOR (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED)

6. PUBLIC COMMENTS
The following members of the public spoke regarding various topics:
 John Acosta, Chula Vista resident
 Robert
Mark Liuag, representing Chula Vista Golf Club, spoke regarding the drainage at the golf course.

Art Arvizu spoke in support of the City purchasing the Vogue Theatre. He also expressed appreciation for the City’s new CityCast podcast and spoke regarding various other topics.

The meeting was recessed at 5:52 p.m. and reconvened at 6:00 p.m.

Peggy Walker spoke regarding toxic tobacco waste.

Becky Rapp requested the City Council formally oppose AB 2697 related to drivethrough cannabis retailers.

Madison Rapp spoke regarding youth vaping.

The meeting was recessed at 6:50 p.m. and reconvened at 7:05 p.m.

7. PUBLIC HEARINGS

7.1 Community Facilities District Annexation: Continued Public Hearing and Election Regarding Annexation of Eastlake Self Storage into Community Facilities District No. 97-2
Item 7.1 was noticed as time-certain for 6:00 p.m. The item was taken out of order at 6:00 p.m.

Notice of the hearing was given in accordance with legal requirements, and the hearing was held on the date and no earlier than the time specified in the notice.

Deputy City Manager/Director of Development Services Sapa’u, Deputy Director Bridgeford, and Lutfi Karuf, representing Best, Best and Krieger, gave a presentation on the item.

Mayor McCann reopened the public hearing.

The following members of the public spoke, expressing a neutral position on the item:
 John Acosta, Chula Vista resident
 Jo Jenkins

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 Robert
The following members of the public spoke in support of the item:
 Scott Wyckoff
 David Soliven
The following members of the public spoke in opposition to the item:
 Cynthia Garcia
 Eric Herrera
There being no further members of the public who wished to speak, Mayor McCann closed the public hearing.

City Clerk Bigelow stated that notice of the public hearing had been given in the form and manner as required by law, and that no written protests were received, and that there were no eComments received for the item.

Moved by Councilmember Chavez
Seconded by Mayor McCann
To adopt Resolution No. 2026-163 (Item 7.1A), the heading was read, text waived.

The motion was carried by the following vote:

Yes (4): Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Fernandez, Councilmember Inzunza, and Mayor McCann
Result, Carried (4 to 0)
Item 7.1A heading:

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-163 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA

VISTA, ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 97-2 (PRESERVE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT), MAKING

CERTAIN DETERMINATIONS AND AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF LEVY OF

SPECIAL TAXES TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF CERTAIN TERRITORY PROPOSED TO BE ANNEXED TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 97-2 (PRESERVE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT) AND IMPROVEMENT AREA “C”

THERETO
City Clerk Bigelow announced that a revised resolution for Item 7.1 C had been distributed and that action on the item would be on the revised document.

Moved by Councilmember Chavez
Seconded by Mayor McCann
To adopt Resolution No. 2026-165 (Item 7.1C), the heading was read, text waived.

The motion was carried by the following vote:

Yes (4): Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Fernandez, Councilmember Inzunza, and Mayor McCann
Result, Carried (4 to 0)
Item 7.1C heading:

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-165 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA

VISTA, ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 97-2 (PRESERVE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT), MAKING CERTAIN DETERMINATIONS AND DESIGNATING IMPROVEMENT AREA “D” OF

SAID COMMUNITY FACILITIES AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF LEVY OF

SPECIAL TAXES TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF CERTAIN TERRITORY PROPOSED TO BE ANNEXED TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 97-2 (PRESERVE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT) AND IMPROVEMENT AREA “D”

THERETO AND ESTABLISHING AN APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT THEREFOR City Clerk Bigelow announced that the property owner consented to holding the elections for each annexation. She agreed to conduct the special elections, canvassed the ballots, and announced that the propositions for Improvement Area C, Annexation No. 14, and Improvement Area D, Annexation No. 1, of Community Facilities District No. 97-2 passed unanimously.

Moved by Councilmember Chavez
Seconded by Mayor McCann
To adopt Resolution No. 2026-164 (Item 7.1B), the heading was read, text waived.

The motion was carried by the following vote:

Yes (4): Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Fernandez, Councilmember Inzunza, and Mayor McCann
Result, Carried (4 to 0)
Item 7.1B heading:

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-164 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA

VISTA, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 97-2 (PRESERVE MAINTENANCE

DISTRICT), DECLARING THE RESULTS OF A SPECIAL ELECTION IN THAT TERRITORY DESIGNATED AS COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 97-2 (PRESERVE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT), IMPROVEMENT AREA “C,”
ANNEXATION NO. 14 AND ADDING SUCH TERRITORY TO SUCH

IMPROVEMENT AREA
Moved by Councilmember Chavez
Seconded by Mayor McCann
To adopt Resolution No. 2026-166 (Item 7.1D), the heading was read, text waived.

The motion was carried by the following vote:

Yes (4): Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Fernandez, Councilmember Inzunza, and Mayor McCann
Result, Carried (4 to 0)
Item 7.1 D heading:

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-166 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA

VISTA, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 97-2 (PRESERVE MAINTENANCE

DISTRICT) OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA, COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO, STATE

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OF CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE RESULTS OF A SPECIAL ELECTION AND

ADDING PROPERTY TO SAID COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT
DESIGNATED AS IMPROVEMENT AREA “D,” ANNEXATION NO. 1 THERETO,

AND TAKING OTHER ACTIONS RELATED THERETO AND ESTABLISHING AN

APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT THEREFOR
Moved by Councilmember Chavez
Seconded by Mayor McCann
To place the below ordinance (Item 7.1E) on first reading, the heading was read, text waived. The motion was carried by the following vote:

Yes (4): Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Fernandez, Councilmember Inzunza, and Mayor McCann
Result, Carried (4 to 0)
Item 7.1E heading:

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA,

ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 97-2 (PRESERVE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT) OF THE CITY OF CHULA

VISTA, COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES IN IMPROVEMENT AREA “D,” ANNEXATION NO. 1

OF SUCH COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT (FIRST READING)

8. ACTION ITEMS

8.1 Consider Items Removed From the Consent Calendar, if Any There were none.

8.2 Council Policy: Consider Approving a Resolution Amending City Council Policy 576-16 Installation of Pedestrian Crosswalks
Director of Engineering Schaar and Principal Traffic Engineer Oberbauer gave a presentation on the item
The following members of the public spoke, expressing a neutral position on the item:
 John Acosta, Chula Vista resident
 Robert
 Rueben Rod
Moved by Mayor McCann
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Fernandez
To adopt Resolution No. 2026-167, the heading was read, text waived. The motion was carried by the following vote:

Yes (4): Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Fernandez, Councilmember Inzunza, and Mayor McCann
Result, Carried (4 to 0)

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Item 8.2 heading:

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-167 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA AMENDING CITY COUNCIL POLICY 576-16 INSTALLATION OF

PEDESTRIAN CROSSWALKS

8.3 Council Policy: Consider Revising, Renaming and Adopting Council Policy on Special Events
Deputy City Manager Chase gave a presentation on the item and announced that a revised policy had been distributed, and that action on the item would be on the revised document
The following members of the public spoke expressing a neutral position on the item:
 John Acosta, Chula Vista resident
 Norma Toothman, Chula Vista resident
 Robert
The following members of the public spoke in opposition to the item:
 Jorge Balvaneda
 Cindy D.
 Delia Dominguez Cervantes
City Attorney Verdugo announced that a confidential memorandum regarding the use of City resources was distributed to the City Council.

Moved by Councilmember Inzunza
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Fernandez
To adopt Resolution No. 2026-168, the heading was read, text waived. The motion was carried by the following vote:

Yes (3): Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Fernandez, and Councilmember Inzunza
No (1): Mayor McCann
Result, Carried (3 to 1)
Item 8.3 heading:

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-168 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA REVISING AND RENAMING COUNCIL POLICY 102-07 CITY OF CHULA

VISTA SPECIAL EVENTS POLICY
The meeting was recessed at 7:54 p.m. and reconvened at 8:15 p.m.

9. PUBLIC COMMENTS (CONTINUED)
There were none.

10. CITY MANAGER’S REPORTS

10.1 Communications Update - Chula Vista CityCast

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Chief Communications Officer Cihomsky gave a presentation on the item.

Robert spoke regarding the item.

11. MAYOR’S REPORTS
Mayor McCann reported on attendance at recent events and made community announcements.

At the request of Mayor McCann, there was a consensus of the City Council to add an item to a future agenda to consider taking a position in support of AB 1267 (Pellerin) to establish a minimum age of 18 to be married in California.

11.1 Consider Appointment of a Voting Delegate and Alternates for the 2026 League of California Cities Annual Conference
Moved by Mayor McCann
Seconded by Councilmember Chavez
To appoint Mayor McCann as the voting delegate for the 2026 League of California Cities Annual Conference. The motion was carried by the following vote:

Yes (4): Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Fernandez, Councilmember Inzunza, and Mayor McCann
Result, Carried (4 to 0)

11.2 Boards and Commissions: Consider Annual Reappointments REAPPOINTMENTS TO FIRST TERMS (Initial term less than two years)  Guillermo Castillo, Charter Review Commission
 Juan Guerrero, Health, Wellness, and Aging Commission  Michelle Rodriguez, Parks and Recreation Commission

REAPPOINTMENTS TO SECOND TERMS
 Leslie Hurst, Board of Ethics
 Bobby Salas, Board of Ethics
 Toby Larson, Board of Library Trustees
 Victor Lopez, Charter Review Commission
 Kate Bishop, Cultural Arts Commission
 Marisol Edwan, Heath, Wellness, and Aging Commission
 Peter Carlseen, Housing and Homelessness Advisory Commission  Karla Pacheco, Housing and Homelessness Advisory Commission  Paula Whitsell, Housing and Homelessness Advisory Commission  Leticia Lares-Urquidez, Human Relations Commission
 Rodrigo Leal, Planning Commission
 Pati Ruiz, Privacy Protections and Technology Advisory Commission  Tim DeMarco, Traffic Safety Commission
 Nimpa Akana, Veterans Advisory Commission

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Moved by Mayor McCann
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Fernandez
To reappoint the members listed above to first and second terms. The motion was carried by the following vote:

Yes (4): Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Fernandez, Councilmember Inzunza, and Mayor McCann
Result, Carried (4 to 0)

11.3 Boards and Commissions: Ratify Appointments
 Karla Teuffer to the Board of Appeals and Advisors
 Sandra Castro Cain to the Civil Service Commission
 Omar Armas to the Cultural Arts Commission
 Lisa Brannen to the Cultural Arts Commission
 Roselle Ellison to the Cultural Arts Commission
 Kris Finch to the Cultural Arts Commission
 Manuel Vera to the Cultural Arts Commission
 Deepa Kurup to the Health, Wellness, and Aging Commission  Isaiah Diamond to the Housing and Homelessness Advisory Commission  Juliette Montoya-Cesena to the Housing and Homelessness Advisory Commission
 Erik Nava to the Measure A Citizens’ Oversight Committee  Jaye Okamoto to the Measure P Citizens’ Oversight Committee  Jan Buddingh to the Parks and Recreation Commission
 Christopher Worth to the Parks and Recreation Commission Moved by Mayor McCann
Seconded by Councilmember Inzunza
To ratify the appointments listed above. The motion was carried by the following vote:

Yes (4): Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Fernandez, Councilmember Inzunza, and Mayor McCann
Result, Carried (4 to 0)

12. COUNCILMEMBERS’ REPORTS
Councilmembers reported on attendance at recent events and made community announcements.

In response to an inquiry from Councilmember Inzunza, Acting Police Chief Peak provided an update on the City Council referral regarding an investigation into an alleged domestic violence incident.

12.1 Councilmember Inzunza: Senate and Assembly Bills
Consider Supporting Senate Bill 1138 and Assembly Bills 1761 and 2493, Related to Energy Affordability, Ratepayer Transparency, and Electric Grid Accountability

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Moved by Councilmember Inzunza
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Fernandez
To adopt Resolution No. 2026-169, the heading was read, text waived. The motion was carried by the following vote:

Yes (4): Councilmember Chavez, Deputy Mayor Fernandez, Councilmember Inzunza, and Mayor McCann
Result, Carried (4 to 0)
Item 12.1 heading:

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-169 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA SUPPORTING SENATE BILL 1138, ASSEMBLY BILL 1761, AND ASSEMBLY BILL 2493 TO PROMOTE ENERGY AFFORDABILITY, RATEPAYER

TRANSPARENCY, AND ELECTRIC GRID ACCOUNTABILITY

13. CITY CLERK'S REPORTS
There were none.

14. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS
There were none.

15. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:57 p.m.

Minutes prepared by: Tyshar Turner, Deputy Director, City Clerk Services _________________________
Kerry K. Bigelow, MMC, City Clerk

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ITEM TITLE
Agreement: Approve Agreements with Psychological Consulting Associates, Inc. and The Counseling Team International to Provide Public Safety Psychological Evaluations Report Number: 26-0261
Location: No specific geographic location
Department: Police
G.C. § 84308 Regulations Apply: No
Environmental Notice: The activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) State Guidelines. Therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required.

Recommended Action
Adopt a resolution approving agreements with Psychological Consulting Associates, Inc. and The Counseling Team International to provide public safety psychological evaluations.

SUMMARY
On March 20, 2026, the City issued a Request for Proposal (“RFP”), seeking qualified, licensed psychological services providers to conduct post‑ offer, pre‑ employment psychological evaluations for candidates applying to public safety and social service positions within the Police and Fire Departments. As a result of the RFP process, staff recommends approving agreements with Psychological Consulting Associates, Inc. and The Counseling Team International.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The proposed activity has been reviewed for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), and it has been determined that the activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines because the proposed activity consists of a governmental fiscal/administrative activity which does not result in a physical change in the environment. Therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines, the activity is not subject to CEQA.

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BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
Not applicable.

DISCUSSION
On March 20, 2026, the City issued RFP P32-2026 through PlanetBids seeking qualified, licensed psychological services providers to conduct post‑ offer, pre‑ employment psychological evaluations for candidates applying to public safety and social service positions within the Police and Fire Departments. The Police Department represents the primary volume of evaluations, while the Fire Department will access these services on an as‑ needed basis. These evaluations determine if a candidate is psychologically suitable for a safety position. The City received responses from 5 vendors.

An evaluation committee consisting of representatives from the Police and Fire Department reviewed submitted proposals based on experience, professional staff, approach to work, and cost. Following evaluation of written proposals, staff recommends awarding agreements with Psychological Consulting Associates, Inc. and The Counseling Team International.

Psychological Consulting Associates, Inc.

Psychological Consulting Associates, Inc. (PCA) is one of the largest providers of public safety psychological evaluations in California. PCA was established in 2002 and has developed and maintained long-standing contracts with some of the largest agencies in the state, including the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Orange County Sheriff’s Department, and Long Beach Police Department, where it successfully delivers hundreds of high-volume evaluations annually.

The Counseling Team International
Founded in 1985, The Counseling Team International (TCTI) is a nationally recognized leader in comprehensive behavioral health and wellness services for law enforcement, fire service, emergency medical, and governmental agencies. With nearly four decades of experience, TCTI delivers integrated solutions that support organizational readiness, employee well-being, and critical incident resilience. Today, TCTI proudly serves more than 300 public safety agencies nationwide.

Agreement Terms
The agreements with Psychological Consulting Associates, Inc. and The Counseling Team International to provide public safety psychological evaluations have an initial 22-month term of September 1, 2026 through June 30, 2028, and may be extended for up to four additional one-year (1) terms upon mutual agreement of both parties (potentially through June 30, 2032). Each extension may be subject to a cost increase based on the current San Diego Consumer Price Index and capped at a maximum 5%.

DECISION-MAKER CONFLICT
Staff has reviewed the decision contemplated by this action and has determined that it is not site-specific and consequently, the real property holdings of the City Councilmembers do not create a disqualifying real property-related financial conflict of interest under the Political Reform Act. (Gov. Code, § 87100 et seq.)

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Staff is not independently aware and has not been informed by any City Councilmember of any other fact that may constitute a basis for a decision-maker conflict of interest in this matter.

CURRENT-YEAR FISCAL IMPACT
Depending on the number of staff vacancies, the Police and Fire Department typically spends $40,000 to $100,000 per year on psychological evaluations. The annual cost to support this agreement is included in the fiscal year 2026-27 budgets of the General Fund and Measure A Sales Tax Fund. Therefore, no additional appropriations are required.

ONGOING FISCAL IMPACT
If all four agreement extensions are authorized, the table below outlines the not-to-exceed amounts for the 70-month term for each agreement. Costs for psychological evaluations in subsequent years will be considered as part of the annual budget development process.

Vendor Initial Term Extension 1 Extension 2 Extension 3 Extension 4 70-MONTH Sep 26 - Jun 28 FY 2028-29 FY 2029-30 FY 2030-31 FY 2031-32 TOTAL Psychological Consulting
Associates, Inc. $73,333 $42,000 $44,100 $46,305 $48,620 $254,358 The Counseling Team
International $73,333 $42,000 $44,100 $46,305 $48,620 $254,358 Total $146,666 $84,000 $88,200 $92,610 $97,240 $508,716

ATTACHMENTS

1. Agreement with Psychological Consulting Associates, Inc. to Provide Public Safety Psychological Evaluations

2. Agreement with The Counseling Team International to Provide Public Safety Psychological Evaluations
Staff Contact: Dan Peak, Acting Chief of Police
Dustin Bruzee, Police Lieutenant

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RESOLUTION NO. __________

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

CHULA VISTA APPROVING AGREEMENTS WITH
PSYCHOLOGICAL CONSULTING ASSOCIATES, INC. AND

THE COUNSELING TEAM INTERNATIONAL TO PROVIDE

PUBLIC SAFETY PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS
WHEREAS, on March 20, 2026, the City issued a Request for Proposal (RFP P32-2026), seeking qualified, licensed psychological services providers to conduct post‑ offer, pre‑ employment psychological evaluations for candidates applying to public safety and social service positions within the Police and Fire Departments; and WHEREAS, the City received five (5) responses to solicitation RFP P32-2026 (the “Proposals”); and
WHEREAS, the selection committee evaluated the Proposals and recommends executing agreements with Psychological Consulting Associates, Inc. and The Counseling Team International (the “Agreements”) to provide public safety psychological evaluations; and WHEREAS, the Agreements cover an initial 22-month term from September 1, 2026 to June 30, 2028; and
WHEREAS, the Agreements allow four (4) additional one-year extensions upon mutual agreement of both parties; and
WHEREAS, the total compensation payable to each contractor shall not exceed $254,358 over the potential full term of the Agreement.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Chula Vista, that it approves the Agreements with Psychological Consulting Associates, Inc. and The Counseling Team International, in the form presented, with such minor modifications as may be required or approved by the City Attorney, a copy of which shall be kept on file in the Office of the City Clerk, and authorizes and directs the City Manager to execute same.

Presented by Approved as to form by
Tiffany Allen Marco A. Verdugo
City Manager City Attorney

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CITY OF CHULA VISTA

CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT
WITH PSYCHOLOGICAL CONSULTING ASSOCIATES, INC. DOING BUSINESS AS FIRST

RESPONDER PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES

TO PROVIDE PUBLIC SAFETY PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS
This Agreement is entered into effective as of September 1, 2026 by and between the City of Chula Vista, a chartered municipal corporation (“City”) and Psychological Consulting Associates, Inc. doing business as First Responder Psychological Services, a California Corporation) (“Consultant”) (collectively, the “Parties” and, individually, a “Party”) with reference to the following facts:

RECITALS
WHEREAS, on March 20, 2026, the City issued a Request for Proposal (RFP P32-2026), incorporated by reference and attached here as Exhibit B, seeking qualified, licensed pyschological services providers to conduct post-offer, pre-employment psychological evaluations for candidates applying to public safety and social service positions within the Police and Fire Departments; and
WHEREAS, the City received five (5) responses to solicitation RFP P32-2026; and WHEREAS, the City’s selection committee evaluated the proposals and recommends entering into an agreement with Psychological Consulting Associates, Inc.; and WHEREAS, Consultant’s proposal is attached here as Exhibit C and is incorporated by reference; and WHEREAS, Consultant warrants and represents that it is experienced and staffed in a manner such that it can deliver the services required of Consultant to City in accordance with the time frames and the terms and conditions of this Agreement.
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OBLIGATORY PROVISIONS
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the above recitals, the covenants contained herein, and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which the Parties hereby acknowledge, City and Consultant hereby agree as follows:

1. SERVICES

1.1 Required Services. Consultant agrees to perform the services, and deliver to City the “Deliverables” (if any) described in the attached Exhibit A, incorporated into the Agreement by this reference, within the time frames set forth therein, time being of the essence for this Agreement. The services and/or Deliverables described in Exhibit A shall be referred to herein as the “Required Services.”

1.2 Reductions in Scope of Work. City may independently, or upon request from Consultant, from time to time, reduce the Required Services to be performed by the Consultant under this Agreement. Upon doing so, City and Consultant agree to meet and confer in good faith for the purpose of negotiating a corresponding reduction in the compensation associated with the reduction.

1.3 Additional Services. Subject to compliance with the City’s Charter, codes, policies, procedures and ordinances governing procurement and purchasing authority, City may request Consultant provide additional services related to the Required Services (“Additional Services”). If so, City and Consultant agree to meet and confer in good faith for the purpose of negotiating an amendment to Exhibit A, to add the Additional Services. Unless otherwise agreed, compensation for the Additional Services shall be charged and paid consistent with the rates and terms already provided therein. Once added to Exhibit A, “Additional Services” shall also become “Required Services” for purposes of this Agreement.

1.4 Standard of Care. Consultant expressly warrants and agrees that any and all Required Services hereunder shall be performed in accordance with the highest standard of care exercised by members of the profession currently practicing under similar conditions and in similar locations.

1.5 No Waiver of Standard of Care. Where approval by City is required, it is understood to be conceptual approval only and does not relieve the Consultant of responsibility for complying with all laws, codes, industry standards, and liability for damages caused by negligent acts, errors, omissions, noncompliance with industry standards, or the willful misconduct of the Consultant or its subcontractors.

1.6 Security for Performance. In the event that Exhibit A Section 5 indicates the need for Consultant to provide additional security for performance of its duties under this Agreement, Consultant shall provide such additional security prior to commencement of its Required Services in the form and on the terms prescribed on Exhibit A, or as otherwise prescribed by the City Attorney.

1.7 Compliance with Laws. In its performance of the Required Services, Consultant shall comply with any and all applicable federal, state and local laws, including the Chula Vista Municipal Code.

1.8 Business License. Prior to commencement of work, Consultant shall obtain a business license from City.

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Services. Consultant agrees to take appropriate measures necessary to ensure that all subcontractors and personnel utilized by the Consultant to complete its obligations under this Agreement comply with all applicable laws, regulations, ordinances, and policies, whether federal, state, or local. In addition, if any subcontractor is expected to fulfill any responsibilities of the Consultant under this Agreement, Consultant shall ensure that each and every subcontractor carries out the Consultant’s responsibilities as set forth in this Agreement.

1.10 Term. This Agreement shall commence on the earlier to occur of the Effective Date or Consultant’s commencement of the Required Services hereunder, and shall terminate, subject to Sections 6.1 and 6.2 of this Agreement, when the Parties have complied with all their obligations hereunder; provided, however, provisions which expressly survive termination shall remain in effect.

2. COMPENSATION

2.1 General. For satisfactory performance of the Required Services, City agrees to compensate Consultant in the amount(s) and on the terms set forth in Exhibit A, Section 4. Standard terms for billing and payment are set forth in this Section 2.

2.2 Detailed Invoicing. Consultant agrees to provide City with a detailed invoice for services performed each month, within thirty (30) days of the end of the month in which the services were performed, unless otherwise specified in Exhibit A. Invoicing shall begin on the first of the month following the Effective Date of the Agreement. All charges must be presented in a line item format with each task separately explained in reasonable detail. Each invoice shall include the current monthly amount being billed, the amount invoiced to date, and the remaining amount available under any approved budget. Consultant must obtain prior written authorization from City for any fees or expenses that exceed the estimated budget.

2.3 Payment to Consultant. Upon receipt of a properly prepared invoice and confirmation that the Required Services detailed in the invoice have been satisfactorily performed, City shall pay Consultant for the invoice amount within thirty (30) days. Payment shall be made in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in Exhibit A and section 2.4, below. At City’s discretion, invoices not timely submitted may be subject to a penalty of up to five percent (5%) of the amount invoiced.

2.4 Retention Policy. City shall retain ten percent (10%) of the amount due for Required Services detailed on each invoice (the “holdback amount”). Upon City review and determination of Project Completion, the holdback amount will be issued to Consultant.

2.5 Reimbursement of Costs. City may reimburse Consultant’s out-of-pocket costs incurred by Consultant in the performance of the Required Services if negotiated in advance and included in Exhibit A. Unless specifically provided in Exhibit A, Consultant shall be responsible for any and all out-of-pocket costs incurred by Consultant in the performance of the Required Services.

2.6 Exclusions. City shall not be responsible for payment to Consultant for any fees or costs in excess of any agreed upon budget, rate or other maximum amount(s) provided for in Exhibit A. City shall also not be responsible for any cost: (a) incurred prior to the Effective Date; or (b) arising out of or related to the errors, omissions, negligence or acts of willful misconduct of Consultant, its agents, employees, or subcontractors.

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a City final decision regarding whether such payment or cost reimbursement is allowable and eligible for payment under this Agreement, nor does it constitute a waiver of any violation by Consultant of the terms of this Agreement. If City determines that Consultant is not entitled to receive any amount of compensation already paid, City will notify Consultant in writing and Consultant shall promptly return such amount.

3. INSURANCE

3.1 Required Insurance. Consultant must procure and maintain, during the period of performance of Required Services under this Agreement, and for twelve months after completion of Required Services, the policies of insurance described on the attached Exhibit D, incorporated into the Agreement by this reference (the “Required Insurance”). The Required Insurance shall also comply with all other terms of this Section.

3.2 Deductibles and Self-Insured Retentions. Any deductibles or self-insured retentions relating to the Required Insurance must be disclosed to and approved by City in advance of the commencement of work.

3.3 Standards for Insurers. Required Insurance must be placed with licensed insurers admitted to transact business in the State of California with a current A.M. Best’s rating of A V or better, or, if insurance is placed with a surplus lines insurer, insurer must be listed on the State of California List of Eligible Surplus Lines Insurers (LESLI) with a current A.M. Best’s rating of no less than A X. For Workers’ Compensation Insurance, insurance issued by the State Compensation Fund is also acceptable.

3.4 Subcontractors. Consultant must include all sub-consultants/sub-contractors as insureds under its policies and/or furnish separate certificates and endorsements demonstrating separate coverage for those not under its policies. Any separate coverage for sub-consultants must also comply with the terms of this Agreement.

3.5 Additional Insureds. City, its officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers must be named as additional insureds with respect to any policy of general liability, automobile, or pollution insurance specified as required in Exhibit D or as may otherwise be specified by City’s Risk Manager.. The general liability additional insured coverage must be provided in the form of an endorsement to the Consultant’s insurance using ISO CG 2010 (11/85) or its equivalent; such endorsement must not exclude Products/Completed Operations coverage.

3.6 General Liability Coverage to be “Primary.” Consultant’s general liability coverage must be primary insurance as it pertains to the City, its officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers. Any insurance or self-insurance maintained by the City, its officers, officials, employees, or volunteers is wholly separate from the insurance provided by Consultant and in no way relieves Consultant from its responsibility to provide insurance.

3.7 No Cancellation. No Required Insurance policy may be canceled by either Party during the required insured period under this Agreement, except after thirty days’ prior written notice to the City by certified mail, return receipt requested. Prior to the effective date of any such cancellation Consultant must procure and put into effect equivalent coverage(s).

3.8 Waiver of Subrogation. Consultant’s insurer(s) will provide a Waiver of Subrogation in favor of the City for each Required Insurance policy under this Agreement. In addition, Consultant waives any right it may have or may obtain to subrogation for a claim against City.

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3.9 Verification of Coverage. Prior to commencement of any work, Consultant shall furnish City with original certificates of insurance and any amendatory endorsements necessary to demonstrate to City that Consultant has obtained the Required Insurance in compliance with the terms of this Agreement. The words “will endeavor” and “but failure to mail such notice shall impose no obligation or liability of any kind upon the company, its agents, or representatives” or any similar language must be deleted from all certificates. The required certificates and endorsements should otherwise be on industry standard forms. The City reserves the right to require, at any time, complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies, including endorsements evidencing the coverage required by these specifications.

3.10 Claims Made Policy Requirements. If General Liability, Pollution and/or Asbestos Pollution Liability and/or Errors & Omissions coverage are required and are provided on a claims-made form, the following requirements also apply:
a. The “Retro Date” must be shown, and must be before the date of this Agreement or the beginning of the work required by this Agreement.
b. Insurance must be maintained, and evidence of insurance must be provided, for at least five (5) years after completion of the work required by this Agreement. c. If coverage is canceled or non-renewed, and not replaced with another claims-made policy form with a “Retro Date” prior to the effective date of this Agreement, the Consultant must purchase “extended reporting” coverage for a minimum of five (5) years after completion of the work required by this Agreement. d. A copy of the claims reporting requirements must be submitted to the City for review.

3.11 Not a Limitation of Other Obligations. Insurance provisions under this section shall not be construed to limit the Consultant’s obligations under this Agreement, including Indemnity.

3.12 Additional Coverage. To the extent that insurance coverage provided by Consultant maintains higher limits than the minimums appearing in Exhibit D, City requires and shall be entitled to coverage for higher limits maintained.

4. INDEMNIFICATION

4.1. General. To the maximum extent allowed by law, Consultant shall timely and fully protect, defend, reimburse, indemnify and hold harmless City, its elected and appointed officers, agents, employees and volunteers (collectively, “Indemnified Parties”), from and against any and all claims, demands, causes of action, costs, expenses, (including reasonable attorneys’ fees and court costs), liability, loss, damage or injury, in law or equity, to property or persons, including wrongful death, in any manner arising out of or incident to any alleged acts, omissions, negligence, or willful misconduct of Consultant, its officials, officers, employees, agents, and contractors, arising out of or in connection with the performance of the Required Services, the results of such performance, or this Agreement. This indemnity provision does not include any claims, damages, liability, costs and expenses arising from the sole negligence or willful misconduct of the Indemnified Parties. Also covered is liability arising from, connected with, caused by or claimed to be caused by the active or passive negligent acts or omissions of the Indemnified Parties which may be in combination with the active or passive negligent acts or omissions of the Consultant, its employees, agents or officers, or any third party.

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4.2. Modified Indemnity Where Agreement Involves Design Professional Services. Notwithstanding the forgoing, if the services provided under this Agreement are design professional services, as defined by California Civil Code section 2782.8, as may be amended from time to time, the defense and indemnity obligation under Section 1, above, shall be limited to the extent required by California Civil Code section 2782.8.

4.3 Costs of Defense and Award. Included in Consultant’s obligations under this Section 4 is Consultant’s obligation to defend, at Consultant’s own cost, expense and risk, and with counsel approved in writing by City, any and all suits, actions or other legal proceedings that may be brought or instituted against one or more of the Indemnified Parties. Subject to the limitations in this Section 4, Consultant shall pay and satisfy any judgment, award or decree that may be rendered against one or more of the Indemnified Parties for any and all related legal expenses and costs incurred by any of them.

4.4. Consultant’s Obligations Not Limited or Modified. Consultant’s obligations under this Section 4 shall not be limited to insurance proceeds, if any, received by the Indemnified Parties, or by any prior or subsequent declaration by the Consultant. Furthermore, Consultant’s obligations under this Section 4 shall in no way limit, modify or excuse any of Consultant’s other obligations or duties under this Agreement.

4.5. Enforcement Costs. Consultant agrees to pay any and all costs and fees City incurs in enforcing Consultant’s obligations under this Section 4.

4.6 Survival. Consultant’s obligations under this Section 4 shall survive the termination of this Agreement.

5. CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

5.1 Form 700 Filing. The California Political Reform Act and the Chula Vista Conflict of Interest Code require certain government officials and consultants performing work for government agencies to publicly disclose certain of their personal assets and income using a Statement of Economic Interests form (Form 700).

In order to assure compliance with these requirements, Consultant shall comply with the disclosure requirements identified in the attached Exhibit E, incorporated into the Agreement by this reference.

5.2 Disclosures; Prohibited Interests. Independent of whether Consultant is required to file a Form 700, Consultant warrants and represents that it has disclosed to City any economic interests held by Consultant, or its employees or subcontractors who will be performing the Required Services, in any real property or project which is the subject of this Agreement. Consultant warrants and represents that it has not employed or retained any company or person, other than a bona fide employee or approved subcontractor working solely for Consultant, to solicit or secure this Agreement. Further, Consultant warrants and represents that it has not paid or agreed to pay any company or person, other than a bona fide employee or approved subcontractor working solely for Consultant, any fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gift or other consideration contingent upon or resulting from the award or making of this Agreement. Consultant further warrants and represents that no officer or employee of City, has any interest, whether contractual, non-contractual, financial or otherwise, in this transaction, the proceeds hereof, or in the business of Consultant or Consultant’s subcontractors. Consultant further agrees to notify City in the event any such interest is discovered whether or not such interest is prohibited by law or this Agreement. For breach or violation of any of these warranties, City shall have the right to rescind this Agreement without liability.

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contributions totaling more than $500 within the previous twelve months, and for twelve months following the date a final decision concerning the contract has been made, from the person or company awarded the contract. The Levine Act also requires disclosure of such contribution by a party to be awarded a specific contract. In order to assure compliance with these requirements, Consultant shall comply with the disclosure requirements identified in the attached Exhibit F, incorporated into the Agreement by this reference.

6. REMEDIES

6.1 Termination for Cause. If for any reason whatsoever Consultant shall fail to perform the Required Services under this Agreement, in a proper or timely manner, or if Consultant shall violate any of the other covenants, agreements or conditions of this Agreement (each a “Default”), in addition to any and all other rights and remedies City may have under this Agreement, at law or in equity, City shall have the right to terminate this Agreement by giving five (5) days written notice to Consultant. Such notice shall identify the Default and the Agreement termination date. If Consultant notifies City of its intent to cure such Default prior to City’s specified termination date, and City agrees that the specified Default is capable of being cured, City may grant Consultant up to ten (10) additional days after the designated termination date to effectuate such cure. In the event of a termination under this Section 6.1, Consultant shall immediately provide City any and all ”Work Product” (defined in Section 7 below) prepared by Consultant as part of the Required Services.

Such Work Product shall be City’s sole and exclusive property as provided in Section 7 hereof. Consultant may be entitled to compensation for work satisfactorily performed prior to Consultant’s receipt of the Default notice; provided, however, in no event shall such compensation exceed the amount that would have been payable under this Agreement for such work, and any such compensation shall be reduced by any costs incurred or projected to be incurred by City as a result of the Default.

6.2 Termination or Suspension for Convenience of City. City may suspend or terminate this Agreement, or any portion of the Required Services, at any time and for any reason, with or without cause, by giving specific written notice to Consultant of such termination or suspension at least fifteen (15) days prior to the effective date thereof. Upon receipt of such notice, Consultant shall immediately cease all work under the Agreement and promptly deliver all “Work Product” (defined in Section 7 below) to City. Such Work Product shall be City's sole and exclusive property as provided in Section 7 hereof. Consultant shall be entitled to receive just and equitable compensation for this Work Product in an amount equal to the amount due and payable under this Agreement for work satisfactorily performed as of the date of the termination/suspension notice plus any additional remaining Required Services requested or approved by City in advance that would maximize City’s value under the Agreement.

6.3 Waiver of Claims. In the event City terminates the Agreement in accordance with the terms of this Section, Consultant hereby expressly waives any and all claims for damages or compensation as a result of such termination except as expressly provided in this Section 6.

6.4 Administrative Claims Requirements and Procedures. No suit or arbitration shall be brought arising out of this Agreement against City unless a claim has first been presented in writing and filed with City and acted upon by City in accordance with the procedures set forth in Chapter 1.34 of the Chula Vista Municipal Code, as same may be amended, the provisions of which, including such policies and procedures used by City in the implementation of same, are incorporated herein by this reference. Upon request by City, Consultant shall meet and confer in good faith with City for the purpose of resolving any dispute over the terms of this Agreement.

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6.5 Governing Law/Venue. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California. Any action arising under or relating to this Agreement shall be brought only in San Diego County, State of California. Consultant hereby waives any right to remove any action from San Diego County as may otherwise be permitted by California Code of Civil Procedure section 394.

6.6 Service of Process. Consultant agrees that it is subject to personal jurisdiction in California. If Consultant is a foreign corporation, limited liability company, or partnership that is not registered with the California Secretary of State, Consultant irrevocably consents to service of process on Consultant by first class mail directed to the individual and address listed under “For Legal Notice,” in section 1.B. of Exhibit A to this Agreement, and that such service shall be effective five days after mailing.

7. OWNERSHIP AND USE OF WORK PRODUCT
All reports, studies, information, data, statistics, forms, designs, plans, procedures, systems and any other materials or properties produced in whole or in part under this Agreement in connection with the performance of the Required Services (collectively “Work Product”) shall be the sole and exclusive property of City. No such Work Product shall be subject to private use, copyrights or patent rights by Consultant in the United States or in any other country without the express, prior written consent of City. City shall have unrestricted authority to publish, disclose, distribute, and otherwise use, copyright or patent, in whole or in part, any such Work Product, without requiring any permission of Consultant, except as may be limited by the provisions of the Public Records Act or expressly prohibited by other applicable laws. With respect to computer files containing data generated as Work Product, Consultant shall make available to City, upon reasonable written request by City, the necessary functional computer software and hardware for purposes of accessing, compiling, transferring and printing computer files.

8. GENERAL PROVISIONS

8.1 Amendment. This Agreement may be amended, but only in writing signed by both Parties.

8.2 Assignment. City would not have entered into this Agreement but for Consultant’s unique qualifications and traits. Consultant shall not assign any of its rights or responsibilities under this Agreement, nor any part hereof, without City’s prior written consent, which City may grant, condition or deny in its sole discretion.

8.3 Authority. The person(s) executing this Agreement for Consultant warrants and represents that they have the authority to execute same on behalf of Consultant and to bind Consultant to its obligations hereunder without any further action or direction from Consultant or any board, principle or officer thereof.

8.4 Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which shall constitute one Agreement after each Party has signed such a counterpart.

8.5 Entire Agreement. This Agreement together with all exhibits attached hereto and other agreements expressly referred to herein, constitutes the entire Agreement between the Parties with respect to the subject matter contained herein. All exhibits referenced herein shall be attached hereto and are incorporated herein by reference. All prior or contemporaneous agreements, understandings, representations, warranties and statements, oral or written, are superseded.

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8.6 Record Retention. During the course of the Agreement and for three (3) years following completion of the Required Services, Consultant agrees to maintain, intact and readily accessible, all data, documents, reports, records, contracts, and supporting materials relating to the performance of the Agreement, including accounting for costs and expenses charged to City, including such records in the possession of subcontractors/sub-consultants.

8.7 Further Assurances. The Parties agree to perform such further acts and to execute and deliver such additional documents and instruments as may be reasonably required in order to carry out the provisions of this Agreement and the intentions of the Parties.

8.8 Independent Contractor. Consultant is and shall at all times remain as to City a wholly independent contractor. Neither City nor any of its officers, employees, agents or volunteers shall have control over the conduct of Consultant or any of Consultant’s officers, employees, or agents (“Consultant Related Individuals”), except as set forth in this Agreement. No Consultant Related Individuals shall be deemed employees of City, and none of them shall be entitled to any benefits to which City employees are entitled, including but not limited to, overtime, retirement benefits, worker's compensation benefits, injury leave or other leave benefits. Furthermore, City will not withhold state or federal income tax, social security tax or any other payroll tax with respect to any Consultant Related Individuals; instead, Consultant shall be solely responsible for the payment of same and shall hold the City harmless with respect to same. Consultant shall not at any time or in any manner represent that it or any of its Consultant Related Individuals are employees or agents of City. Consultant shall not incur or have the power to incur any debt, obligation or liability whatsoever against City, or bind City in any manner.

8.9 Notices. All notices, demands or requests provided for or permitted to be given pursuant to this Agreement must be in writing. All notices, demands and requests to be sent to any Party shall be deemed to have been properly given or served if personally served or deposited in the United States mail, addressed to such Party, postage prepaid, registered or certified, with return receipt requested, at the addresses identified in this Agreement at the places of business for each of the designated Parties as indicated in Exhibit A, or otherwise provided in writing.

8.10 Electronic Signatures. Each Party agrees that the electronic signatures, whether digital or encrypted, of the Parties included in this Agreement are intended to authenticate this writing and to have the same force and effect as manual signatures. Electronic Signature means any electronic sound, symbol, or process attached to or logically associated with a record and executed and adopted by a Party with the intent to sign such record, including facsimile or email electronic signatures, pursuant to the California Uniform Electronic Transactions Act (Cal. Civ. Code §§ 1633.1 to 1633.17) as amended from time to time. (End of page. Next page is signature page.)

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SIGNATURE PAGE

CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, by executing this Agreement where indicated below, City and Consultant agree that they have read and understood all terms and conditions of the Agreement, that they fully agree and consent to bound by same, and that they are freely entering into this Agreement as of the Effective Date.

PSYCHOLOGICAL CONSULTING
ASSOCIATES, INC. DOING BUSINESS AS

FIRST RESPONDER PSYCHOLOGICAL

SERVICES

CITY OF CHULA VISTA
BY:________________________________ BY: ________________________________ DR. GINA L. GALLIVAN, PH.D., ABPP TIFFANY ALLEN

CEO AND PRESIDENT CITY MANAGER

APPROVED AS TO FORM

BY: _______________________________
Marco A. Verdugo
City Attorney

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EXHIBIT A

SCOPE OF WORK AND PAYMENT TERMS

1. Contact People for Contract Administration and Legal Notice A. City Contract Administration:

Chula Vista Police Department
Jonathan Alegre, Police Administrative Services Administrator 315 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 476-2570
[email protected]
For Legal Notice Copy to:

City of Chula Vista
City Attorney
276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91910
619-691-5037
[email protected]

B. Consultant Contract Administration:

PSYCHOLOGICAL CONSULTING ASSOCIATES, INC. DOING BUSINESS AS FIRST

RESPONDER PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES
Dr. Gina L. Gallivan, Ph.D., ABPP
10940 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1600, Los Angeles, CA 90024 (424) 289-0299
[email protected]
For Legal Notice Copy to:
[same as above]

2. Required Services
A. General Description:

Consultant will provide post-offer, pre-employment psychological evaluations for candidates applying to public safety and social service positions within the Police and Fire Departments.

B. Detailed Description:

1. Evaluation Components
Consultant shall conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations that include:

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Clinical Interview
• Structured or semi-structured interview conducted by a licensed psychologist • Assessment of mental health history, behavioral patterns, coping strategies, and risk factors Risk Assessment
• Identification of psychological conditions that may impair job performance • Evaluation of potential hazards to self or others
Final Determination
• Clear, written recommendation of “Psychologically Suitable,” “Not Suitable,” or “Suitable with Conditions/Monitoring” (if permitted by City policy)

2. Reporting Requirements
Consultant shall provide:
• Written evaluation reports for each candidate, including test results, interview findings, and suitability determination.
• Reports delivered within 10 business days of evaluation unless otherwise agreed. • Documentation that is clear, concise, and legally defensible for use in hiring decisions. • Immediate notification to the City of any candidate presenting imminent safety concerns.

3. Consultation & Support
Consultant shall:
• Provide consultation to City HR and department leadership regarding psychological suitability standards. • Participate in meetings, hearings, or legal proceedings as needed (with separate compensation if applicable). • Advise on best practices for psychological screening in public safety and social service settings.

4. Compliance Requirements
Consultant must comply with:
• All applicable state and federal laws
• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) requirements
• Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) guidelines (if applicable) • Ethical standards of the American Psychological Association (APA) • Confidentiality and data security requirements

5. Administrative Responsibilities
Consultant shall:
• Maintain secure records in accordance with legal retention requirements • Provide monthly or quarterly utilization reports
• Ensure all evaluators hold appropriate licensure and training • Provide facilities suitable for confidential testing and interviewing • Offer remote or hybrid evaluation options if permitted by City policy

6. Qualifications of Contractor
Consultant must:
• Be a licensed psychologist in good standing
• Have demonstrated experience conducting pre-employment psychological evaluations for public safety agencies
• Have familiarity with high-risk occupational demands and validated assessment tools • Maintain professional liability insurance at required levels

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7. Volume & Scheduling
• Approximately 250 evaluations per year
• Ability to scale services up or down based on City needs • Flexible scheduling to accommodate candidate availability • Timely completion of evaluations to support hiring timelines

8. Performance Standards
Consultant shall meet the following standards:
• Evaluation reports delivered within agreed timelines
• High inter-rater reliability and consistency across evaluators • Responsiveness to City inquiries within 48 hours
• Professional, respectful treatment of all candidates
• Compliance with audit or quality assurance reviews

3. Term: In accordance with Section 1.10 of this Agreement, the term of this Agreement shall begin September 1, 2026 and end on June 30, 2028 for completion of all Required Services.

4. Compensation:

A. Form of Compensation
☐ Single Fixed Fee. For performance of all of the Required Services by Consultant as herein required, City shall pay a single fixed fee of $Enter Contract Amount, upon completion of all Required Servicesto City’s satisfaction.

OR
☒ Fixed Fee Paid in Increments. For the completion of each Deliverable of the Required Services, as identified in section 2.B., above, City shall pay the fixed fee associated with each Deliverable, in the amounts set forth below:

Task No. Deliverable Amount
1 Post-Offer, Pre-Employment
Psychological Evaluation
$450 per candidate
2 Fitness-for-Duty Evaluation $450 per hour
3 Re-Testing (if required) $70 per test
4 Expedited Report Fee $100 per request
5 Candidate Appeal Evaluation $650 per evaluation
6 Consultation with City Staff $175 per hour
7 Travel or Mileage (if services
require onsite presence)
$150 per hour
8 Crisis Intervention – Onsite
response
$350 per hour Port-to-Port
9 Follow-up Counseling $195 per hour
10 Training (Variety of Topics) $350 per hour
11 Peer Support Training: POST
Certified (3-day)
$299 per student
12 ICISF CISM Training (2-day) $199 per student

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OR
☐ Time and Materials. For performance of the Required Services by Consultant as identified in Section 2.B., above, City shall pay Consultant for the productive hours of time spent by Consultant in the performance of the Required Services, at the rates or amounts as indicated below:

Enter Applicable Hourly Rates

B. Reimbursement of Costs
☒ None, the compensation includes all costs
OR
☐ Invoiced or agreed-upon amounts as follows:

Enter or Attach And Reference Any Agreed-Upon Cost Reimbursements Notwithstanding the foregoing, the maximum amount to be paid to the Consultant for services performed through June 30, 2032 shall not exceed $254,358.

5. Special Provisions:
☐ Permitted Sub-Consultants: None
☐ Security for Performance: None
☒ Notwithstanding the completion date set forth in Section 3 above, City has option to extend this Agreement for four (4) additional one-year terms or July 1, 2028 through June 30, 2029; July 1, 2029 through June 30, 2030; July 1, 2030 through June 30, 2031 and July 1, 2031 through June 30, 2032). The City Manager or Director of Finance/Treasurer shall be authorized to exercise the extensions on behalf of the City. If the City exercises an option to extend, each extension shall be on the same terms and conditions contained herein, provided that the amounts specified in Section 4 above may be increased by up to current San Diego Consumer Price Index and capped at a maximum 5% for each extension. The City shall give written notice to Consultant of the City’s election to exercise the extension via the Notice of Exercise of Option to Extend document. ☐ Other: Not Applicable)
☐ None

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THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
RFP P32-2026
Notice is hereby given that proposals will be received until 12:00 P.M. on Friday, April 10, 2026, Pacific Standard Time (PST), furnishing the City of Chula Vista with:

Public Safety Psychological Evaluations
Prospective Proposers are hereby referred to the proposal instructions, general provisions, and terms and conditions contained in this request for proposal. All proposals must be submitted through PlanetBids by the due date and time. Late proposals or proposals received via email/fax will not be considered.

If you experience technical difficulties submitting your proposal, you must first contact PlanetBids (818) 992-1771 to receive technical assistance. If PlanetBids is unable to address your issue, you must notify Angélica Arellano / [email protected]
Questions related to the proposal must be submitted through PlanetBids. Questions must be received by 12:00 P.M. Wednesday, March 25, 2026. Answers will be uploaded to PlanetBids no later than 5:00 P.M.

Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals received any portion of any proposal and to waive any irregularities or informalities in proposals or the RFP process. Any addenda that are issued through this RFP must be signed and returned with your submittal.

M. Angélica Arellano
Procurement Specialist

EXHIBIT B

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Schedule (All times are PST)
Activity Date
Deadline
(All Times Pacific)
RFP Posted to PlanetBids Friday, March 20, 2026 8:00 A.M.

Question Submittal through
PlanetBids Wednesday, March 25, 2026 12:00 P.M.

Response to Questions Released Wednesday, April 1, 2026 5:00 P.M.

RFP Response and Proposal Due Friday, April 10, 2026 12:00 P.M.

Presentations/Interviews April 27-30 TBD
Selection of Consultant April 27-30 TBD
Agreement Development May 2026
Council Adoption June 2, 2026
Contract Inception June 2, 2026
Objective
The City of Chula Vista seeks a qualified, licensed psychological services provider to conduct approximately 250 post‑offer, pre‑employment psychological evaluations per year for candidates applying to public safety and social service positions within the Police and Fire Departments. The Police Department represents the primary volume of evaluations, while the Fire Department will access these services on an as‑needed basis. These evaluations ensure that candidates are free from job‑relevant psychological impairments and possess the emotional, cognitive, and behavioral capacities required for high‑risk, high‑responsibility roles.

The objective of this Request for Proposal (RFP) is to contract for an initial term of one-year (12-month) for psychological evaluation services. The City will evaluate and determine the need for ongoing services and at the City’s option the agreement will include four (4) one-year options to renew.

Background
The City of Chula Vista is located in southern San Diego County, approximately seven miles north of the international border with Mexico. Chula Vista is the second largest City in the County, the 15th largest in California and the 75th largest City in the United States. With a population of 277,000 residents, the City of Chula Vista is one of largest employers in the County with over 1,000 regular employees.

The City of Chula Vista is a full-service charter city providing a range of services including police, fire, animal care, library, public works, parks and recreation, development services, and economic development.

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The City of Chula Vista works to preserve its fiscal health by applying continuous improvement practices, strengthening neighborhoods through effective police and fire services, enhancing local land-use control to support a strong economy, and fostering a healthy, wellness-focused environment for residents.

Scope of Work (SOW)
Vendors must be able to, at a minimum, provide the services outlined below. Your response must identify your company's approach and methodology for satisfying each of the items listed in the SOW. Cost/fee proposals should be inclusive of all services identified in the SOW, if any component is not included you must identify the section and cost/fee for that service.

1. Evaluation Components
The Contractor shall conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations that include:

Review of Background Information
• Personal history statements
• Prior psychological or medical evaluations (if applicable) • Job analyses and essential job functions provided by the City Standardized Psychological Testing
• Validated, job-relevant instruments (e.g., MMPI-2-RF, CPI, PAI, or equivalent) • Measures of emotional stability, impulse control, stress tolerance, judgment, and interpersonal functioning
• Validity scales to detect response distortion
Clinical Interview
• Structured or semi-structured interview conducted by a licensed psychologist • Assessment of mental health history, behavioral patterns, coping strategies, and risk factors Risk Assessment
• Identification of psychological conditions that may impair job performance • Evaluation of potential hazards to self or others
Final Determination
• Clear, written recommendation of “Psychologically Suitable,” “Not Suitable,” or “Suitable with Conditions/Monitoring” (if permitted by City policy)

2. Reporting Requirements
The Contractor shall provide:
• Written evaluation reports for each candidate, including test results, interview findings, and suitability determination.
• Reports delivered within 10 business days of evaluation unless otherwise agreed. • Documentation that is clear, concise, and legally defensible for use in hiring decisions. • Immediate notification to the City of any candidate presenting imminent safety concerns.

3. Consultation & Support
The Contractor shall:
• Provide consultation to City HR and department leadership regarding psychological suitability standards.

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• Participate in meetings, hearings, or legal proceedings as needed (with separate compensation if applicable).
• Advise on best practices for psychological screening in public safety and social service settings.

4. Compliance Requirements
The Contractor must comply with:
• All applicable state and federal laws
• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) requirements
• Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) guidelines (if applicable) • Ethical standards of the American Psychological Association (APA) • Confidentiality and data security requirements

5. Administrative Responsibilities
The Contractor shall:
• Maintain secure records in accordance with legal retention requirements • Provide monthly or quarterly utilization reports
• Ensure all evaluators hold appropriate licensure and training • Provide facilities suitable for confidential testing and interviewing • Offer remote or hybrid evaluation options if permitted by City policy

6. Qualifications of Contractor
The Contractor must:
• Be a licensed psychologist in good standing
• Have demonstrated experience conducting pre-employment psychological evaluations for public safety agencies
• Have familiarity with high-risk occupational demands and validated assessment tools • Maintain professional liability insurance at required levels

8. Performance Standards
The Contractor shall meet the following standards:
• Evaluation reports delivered within agreed timelines
• High inter-rater reliability and consistency across evaluators • Responsiveness to City inquiries within 48 hours
• Professional, respectful treatment of all candidates
• Compliance with audit or quality assurance reviews

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9. Cost Summary
Vendors shall provide pricing in Attachment A – Cost Proposal Table. The City reserves the right to request detail line-item pricing.

Proposal Form and Content
The City will accept proposals in accordance with the instructions and specifications in this Request for Proposal (RFP).

A. Provide one (1) original PDF document uploaded in PlanetBids on or before the due date identified in this RFP.

B. PREPARATION: Proposals should be prepared in such a way as to provide a straightforward, concise delineation of capabilities to satisfy the requirements of this RFP and should address how your firm would provide the services identified in the Scope of Work.

C. PROPOSAL FORMAT: Proposals shall adhere to the following format for organization and content.

Proposals must be divided into the individual sections listed below.

D. TABLE OF CONTENTS - The table of contents shall identify the contents of the proposal in a format consistent with the proposal requirements and format set forth herein.

E. GENERAL INFORMATION AND EXPIERENCE: Provide a brief description of your organizational structure, including if any significant changes to structure or leadership in the past 36 months, and any expected organizational changes in the next year. Identify the number of years of experience in providing services similar in size and scope requested in the RFP.

F. CAPABILITIES: This relates to the individual/firm’s capabilities to provide the professional services described in the Scope of Services. Please demonstrate the individual/firm’s capabilities, using specific examples projects/services you and your firm completed for other public agencies.

Provide five (5) client references for which you have provided similar services. References shall include date and description of service, project location, completion dates, organization’s name, contact person, title, address, and telephone number.

G. POINT OF CONTACT: Identify the primary contact for the City and other subconsultants that are proposed to be used. Backgrounds or biographies should be provided.

H. FIRM’S METHODOLOGYAND APPROACH TO WORK: This should include a description of your proposed working conditions, assumptions and methodology to provide the requested services that were used to develop the fee proposal.

I. FIRM’S PHILOSOPHY AND ETHICAL STANDARDS: Provide a detailed description of the firm’s philosophy and ethical standards.

J. FEE PROPOSAL: Attachment A – Cost Proposal Table (Excel Spreadsheet)

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K. EXCEPTIONS – Respondent must identify any exceptions to the City’ terms and conditions outlined in the RFP and attached Two Party Agreement. Any exceptions to the City’s limitations of liability Certificate of Insurance or Indemnification sections of these documents may constitute grounds to reject the proposal and not be subject to review by the Selection Committee.

L. PRIVACY AND SECURITY COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENT – As part of the City of Chula Vista’s commitment to privacy, cybersecurity, and responsible technology use, all vendors that are being considered for award for IT-related services must comply with the City’s Privacy Ordinance and complete the City’s Vendor Risk Assessment (VRA) Questionnaire. This requirement applies to any vendor that will have access to City systems, resources, or data; provide remote or onsite support; manage or maintain Cityowned infrastructure; host or process City data; integrate with City networks or applications; or otherwise perform services that may impact the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of City information systems. The VRA assesses cybersecurity practices, data protection measures, regulatory compliance, and insurance coverage. Failure to complete the VRA or meet the City’s minimum cybersecurity standards may disqualify a vendor from award consideration. Exceptions may be requested but are subject to approval by the City’s IT Director.

M. Respondent shall provide information regarding any previous security breaches.

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Evaluation Method
All proposals shall be reviewed to verify that the Respondent has met the minimum requirements.

Proposals that have not complied with requirements, do not meet minimum content and quality standards, or take unacceptable exceptions to the General Terms and Conditions or 2-party agreement, will be eliminated from further consideration. Proposals will be reviewed and evaluated by an evaluation committee comprised of City of Chula Vista personnel. The City of Chula Vista intends to accept the proposal it determines to be in the best interests of the City, based on the overall proposal, not exclusively on cost or any other specific factor. The City reserves the right to amend, modify, reject, negotiate, or accept any proposal in whole or in part at its sole discretion.

Evaluation Criteria
The award to the successful Respondent will be based upon response to the requirements outlined in this RFP, and an estimate of the quality and effectiveness of each it’s services in the following areas (not listed in order of importance):
a. Experience/Past Performance/References (Must have a minimum of 5 years City-specific public sector experience) – Consideration will be given based upon the firm’s experience, years in business, past and current client references; technical expertise and professional competence in areas directly related to this RFP; number of years’ experience in performing similar work in performing services identified in this RFP for municipalities in California.
b. Personnel – Respondent shall submit resumes of all primary professional staff members who will be performing services under the contract. Respondentshould demonstrate that all key personnel have been successfully involved with projects of similar scope and magnitude.
c. Approach to Work – This category will evaluate the Respondent’s ability to take upon itself the responsibilities set forth in the Scope of Work and produce the required outcome in a timely manner. Consideration will be given for the overall quality of the proposal, including a demonstrated understanding of the purpose, scope and objective of the services to be performed. It is the intention of the City of Chula Vista to award a contract to the Respondent who furnishes satisfactory evidence that the Respondent has the requisite experience and ability to enable the Respondent to prosecute the work successfully and properly, and to complete services in a timely manner. To determine the degree of responsibility to be credited to the Respondent, the City of Chula Vista will weigh the evidence that the Respondent has performed satisfactorily other contracts of like nature, magnitude and comparable difficulty and comparable rates of progress. d. Proposed Cost (Please see attachment A – Cost Proposal Table) e. Optional Interview – In the event the City decides that interviews are necessary, Respondents who are finalists will be notified as promptly as possible. Each interview will consist of a presentation of no longer than one (1) hour. Notice of confirmation of the interview date/time will be given by telephone or in writing.

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THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
RFP P32-2026
Due Date: Friday, April 10, 2026, 12:00 p.m.

Submitted by:

Psychological Consulting Associates, Inc.

DBA First Responder Psychological Services
10940 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1600
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(424) 289-0299
[email protected]

EXHIBIT C

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION AND EXPERIENCE ..............................................3 CAPABILITIES ......................................................................................................4 POINT OF CONTACT ...........................................................................................6 FIRM’S METHODOLOGY AND APPROACH TO WORK................................8 FIRM’S PHILOSOPHY AND ETHICAL STANDARDS...................................13 FIRM’S PHILOSOPHY AND ETHICAL STANDARDS...................................15 EXCEPTIONS.......................................................................................................16 PRIVACY AND SECURITY COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENT ......................16 PREVIOUS SECURITY BREACHES.................................................................16 PERSONNEL........................................................................................................17

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GENERAL INFORMATION AND EXPERIENCE
Psychological Consulting Associates, Inc. (PCA) is one of the largest providers of public safety psychological evaluations in California. PCA was established in 2002 and has developed and maintained long-standing contracts with some of the largest agencies in the state, including the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Orange County Sheriff’s Department, and Long Beach Police Department, where it successfully delivers hundreds of high-volume evaluations annually.

Dr. Gina L. Gallivan, Ph.D., ABPP, is the President and CEO of PCA and a Board-Certified Police and Public Safety Psychologist in good standing with more than 25 years of specialized experience providing psychological services to over 100 law enforcement, fire service, and public safety agencies throughout California. Her law enforcement psychology training began with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department in 1998, where she completed both a predoctoral internship and postdoctoral fellowship. In 2002, after working with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department as a law enforcement psychologist, Dr. Gallivan began working with Dr. Larry Blum, one of the pioneers of police psychology. She took over his practice following his retirement in 2009. Dr. Gallivan has conducted more than 20,000 POST-compliant pre-employment psychological evaluations and is nationally recognized for advancing officer wellness, traumatic stress care, organizational health, and operational decision-making.

Dr. Gallivan serves as a primary psychological responder and advisor during some of California’s most complex and high-profile critical incidents, including officer-involved shootings, line-ofduty deaths, mass casualty and active-shooter events, pediatric fatalities, workplace violence, and incidents involving significant public and media scrutiny. She provides leadership grounded in clinical discernment through on-scene psychological triage, structured debriefings, and agency stabilization services that guide command staff and personnel in clear interpretation and disciplined decision-making under pressure.

Dr. Gallivan is one of approximately 30 psychologists in California board-certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology in Police and Public Safety Psychology (ABPP). She serves in a national leadership role with the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) as Chair of the Police Officer Wellness Initiatives Committee and has previously served as General Chair and Executive Board Member of the Police Psychological Services Section. She also provides system-level leadership as a POST Subject Matter Expert and curriculum author for Learning Domain 14 (Officer Wellness), shaping the development of statewide academy training.

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CAPABILITIES
PCA has the capabilities to provide the professional services described in the Scope of Services.

These five (5) client references are specific examples of projects/services PCA has completed for public agencies that demonstrate PCA’s capabilities. References shall include date and description of service, project location, completion dates, organization’s name, contact person, title, address, and telephone number.

Project 1
Organization Name: Torrance Police Department
Project Location: 3300 Civic Center Drive, Torrance, California, 90503 Project Date: 2001 – Present
Agency Contact: Lt. Chad Farley, Project Manager
Phone: (310) 618-5641
Email: [email protected]
Project Description: Pre-employment psychological screenings, fitness-for-duty evaluations, clinical consultation, training, psychotherapy, and critical incident stress management, including officerinvolved shooting and line-of-duty death support.

Project 2
Organization Name: City of Long Beach (Police and Fire Departments) Project Date: 2012 – Present
Project Location: 400 W. Broadway, Long Beach, CA 90802 Agency Contact (Police): Linda Warren, Project Manager
Phone: (562) 570-5942
Email: [email protected]
Agency Contact (Fire): Dennis Buchanan, Fire Chief
Phone: (562) 453-5764
Email: [email protected]
Project Description: Pre-employment psychological screenings for police, fire, and public safety employees.

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Project 3
Organization Name: Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Project Date: 2001 – Present
Project Location: 211 W. Temple Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012 Agency Contact: Lieutenant Laura Avelar
Phone: (213) 229-3113
Project Description: Provide pre-employment psychological screenings for Deputy Sheriffs, Custody Assistants, Reserved and Armed Security Officers.

Project 4
Organization Name: City of Huntington Beach (Police and Fire Departments) Project Date: 2001 – Present
Project Location: 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Agency Contact (Fire): Fire Chief Eric McCoy or Kristin Nadvornick, Project Manager Phone: (714) 536-5411
Email: [email protected]
Agency Contact (Police): Bernard Atkins, Project Manager Phone: (714) 536-5936
Email: [email protected]
Project Description: Pre-employment psychological screenings, fitness-for-duty evaluations, clinical consultation, training, psychotherapy, and critical incident stress management for police and fire personnel.

Project 5
Organization Name: Culver City Police Department
Project Date: 2018 – 2025
Project Location: 9770 Culver Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232 Agency Contact: Pamela Graves
Phone: (310) 253-6000
Email: [email protected]
Project Description: Pre-employment psychological screenings, fitness-for-duty evaluations, clinical consultation, training, psychotherapy, and critical incident stress management for police personnel. Services included implementation of a comprehensive wellness program, employee wellness training, critical incident debriefings, officerinvolved shooting support, and peer support team development and consultation.

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POINT OF CONTACT
Identify the primary contact for the City and other subconsultants that are proposed to be used.

Backgrounds or biographies should be provided.

Company Emergency Contact
Emergency contact person in reference to the services:

Dr. Gina L. Gallivan, Ph.D., ABPP
CEO and President
10940 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1600, Los Angeles, CA 90024 Office: 424-289-0299
Fax: 310-443-4220
Email: [email protected]
Office Manager/Testing Supervisor (Project Manager)
Karla Macareno
Office Manager – Testing Scheduling (Employee)
10940 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1600, Los Angeles, CA 90024 Phone: (424) 289-0299
Fax: (310) 443-4220
Email: [email protected]
Billing, Invoicing and Insurance
Judy Ramos
Account Manager
10940 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1600, Los Angeles, CA 90024 Phone: (760) 687-3221
Email: [email protected]
Contracts
Brenda Hulsey
Contract Analyst/Consultant
10940 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1600, Los Angeles, CA 90024 Phone: (909) 734-4559
Email: [email protected]

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Key Staff (Clinical Staff to provide Public Safety Psychological Evaluations:
• Gina L. Gallivan, Ph.D., ABPP – President/CEO – Psychological Evaluations (In-person or virtual). More than twenty-one (21) years of experience in the application of clinical assessment procedures and report writing with adult populations beginning in 2000. Dr.

Gallivan has conducted more than 10,000 evaluations with adults using objective psychological tests (which includes application of clinical assessment procedures and report writing with adult populations), for more than 60 Agencies. In addition, 24 years post-doctorate, 19 years CA POST-Compliant Evaluator, 14 years Board Certified in Police and Public Safety Psychology.
• Lawrence Ball, Psy.D., ABPP – Psychological Evaluations (In-person or virtual). Has extensive experience working with police and first-responders. He is a member of the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) psychological services division, and has provided psychological services in the greater Los Angeles area for over 20 years. In addition, 13 years CA POST-Compliant Evaluator, 13 years Board Certified in Police and Public Safety Psychology.
• Kathleen Wellbrock, Ph.D. (Post Certified) (Virtual)
More than eighteen (18) year(s) of assessment experience with law enforcement/correctional job applicants; including Law Enforcement Pre-Employment Evaluations for the following Agencies: California Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation (CDCR), San Bernardino Sheriff, Riverside Sheriff, Orange County Sheriff, and Police Departments in San Bernardino, Ontario, La Verne, Riverside, Culver City, Hermosa Beach, Huntington Beach, Huntington Park, Long Beach, Los Angeles School, Montebello, Placentia, and Redondo Beach.
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• Keneeza Lafir, Ph.D. (Post Certified – ABPP Board Certification in process) (In-person or virtual). More than three (3) year(s) of assessment experience with law enforcement/correctional job applicants; providing Law Enforcement Pre-Employment Evaluations. Dr. Lafir has conducted more than 3000+ evaluations with adults using objective psychological tests, for agencies including: California Department of Corrections, Culver City PD, Hermosa Beach PD, Huntington Beach PD, Huntington Park PD, Long Beach PD, Los Angeles School PD, Montebello PD, Placentia PD, Redondo Beach PD, Santa Monica PD, Seal Beach PD, South Gate PD, UCLA PD, Upland PD, and the Orange County Sheriff's Department.

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FIRM’S METHODOLOGY AND APPROACH TO WORK
Psychological Consulting Associates, Inc. (PCA) is a California-registered Psychological Corporation within the meaning of Part 4, Division 3, Title 1, California Corporations Code. It is owned and operated by a licensed California psychologist. PCA has completed a rebranding and now conducts business as First Responder Psychological Services. This reflects a name change and brand update only; the legal entity, ownership, and operational structure remain the same.

PCA’s evaluation model is designed specifically for high-liability public safety hiring decisions, where consistency, defensibility, and timely execution are critical. PCA’s approach integrates standardized assessment methods, experienced public safety psychologists, and efficient administrative systems to ensure timely, consistent, and defensible hiring decisions.

PCA is fully equipped to support the City’s projected annual volume of approximately 250 preemployment psychological evaluations. With operational capacity to conduct up to 150 evaluations per week, PCA can readily accommodate fluctuations in hiring activity, including high-volume recruitment periods, without impacting service delivery.

This capacity directly supports PCA’s ability to consistently meet and exceed the City’s required turnaround time of 10 business days, with standard report delivery completed within five (5) business days of the evaluation. This ensures that hiring timelines remain efficient and are not delayed by the psychological evaluation process.

Scope of Work

1. Evaluation Components
PCA conducts comprehensive psychological evaluations consistent with POST guidelines and industry best practices. Each evaluation includes:
• Review of Background Information
PCA reviews all available background materials provided by the City, including personal history statements, prior psychological or medical evaluations (when available), and job-related information. This information is integrated into the clinical assessment to ensure job-relevant evaluation.
• Standardized Psychological Testing
PCA utilizes a standardized battery of validated psychological instruments commonly used in public safety screening, including the Personality Assessment Inventory (PAI), California Psychological Inventory (CPI), and other job-relevant measures as appropriate. These instruments are selected based on their empirical support, relevance to public safety competencies, and consistency with POST guidelines. The assessment battery is designed to evaluate emotional stability, impulse control, stress tolerance, judgment, interpersonal functioning, and other

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psychological factors critical to successful performance in high-risk public safety roles. Each instrument includes embedded validity indicators to assess response consistency, defensiveness, and potential distortion.

Test results are not used in isolation but are integrated with background information and clinical interview findings to form a comprehensive, job-relevant evaluation.

This multi-method approach ensures accuracy, fairness, and legal defensibility in all suitability determinations.
• Clinical Interview
A structured clinical interview is conducted by a licensed, POST-compliant psychologist with specialized experience in public safety populations. The interview evaluates psychological history, behavioral patterns, coping strategies, and jobrelevant risk factors. • Risk Assessment
PCA evaluates candidates across core psychological competency domains relevant to public safety performance, including interpersonal functioning, judgment and decision-making, emotional regulation, integrity, and work-related reliability, consistent with POST-informed evaluation models.
• Final Determination
Each evaluation results in a clear, written recommendation of “Psychologically Suitable,” “Not Suitable,” or “Suitable with Conditions/Monitoring,” consistent with City policy. Recommendations are based on objective data, clinical judgment, and job-relevant standards.

2. Reporting Requirements
PCA provides clear, concise, and legally defensible written reports for each candidate.

Reports include test results, interview findings, and a documented rationale supporting the final recommendation.

Reports are delivered within five (5) business days of the completed evaluation process. PCA provides immediate notification to the City if any candidate presents an imminent safety concern.

PCA maintains consistent report structure and documentation standards to support hiring decisions, administrative review, and legal scrutiny when necessary.

3. Consultation and Support
PCA provides ongoing consultation to City Human Resources and department leadership regarding psychological suitability standards, candidate-specific concerns, and best practices in public safety hiring.

PCA is available to participate in meetings, appeals, or legal proceedings as needed.

Consultation services are grounded in extensive experience working with California public safety agencies and understanding operational demands.

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4. Compliance Requirements
All services are conducted in full compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) requirements, and California POST guidelines.

PCA adheres to the ethical standards of the American Psychological Association (APA) and maintains strict confidentiality in accordance with applicable laws and professional standards.

All evaluators are licensed psychologists in good standing with specialized training in public safety psychological evaluations.

5. Administrative Responsibilities
PCA maintains secure records in accordance with legal retention requirements and industry standards. All candidate information is handled using secure systems to protect confidentiality and data integrity.

PCA provides utilization reporting as requested and ensures all evaluators maintain appropriate licensure, training, and ongoing professional development.

Evaluations are conducted in professional, confidential settings and may be performed in person or via secure, POST-compliant telehealth platforms when appropriate and permitted by City policy. All remote evaluations follow established protocols to ensure identity verification, confidentiality, and adherence to applicable professional and legal standards.

6. Qualifications of Contractor
PCA meets and exceeds all minimum qualification requirements outlined in the RFP and has extensive experience providing pre-employment psychological evaluation services to public safety agencies throughout California, as detailed below:

Licensed Psychologist in Good Standing. All evaluations are conducted by licensed psychologists in good standing with the State of California. PCA ensures that all clinical personnel maintain current licensure and comply with all applicable regulatory and professional standards.

Experience Conducting Pre-Employment Psychological Evaluations for Public Safety Agencies. PCA has conducted tens of thousands of POST-compliant pre-employment psychological evaluations for public safety agencies throughout California. Dr. Gina L.

Gallivan, Ph.D., ABPP, President and CEO, has personally conducted over 20,000 of these evaluations. PCA has provided services to over 100 law enforcement, fire service, and public safety agencies throughout California.

Familiarity with High-Risk Occupational Demands and Validated Assessment Tools.

PCA’s evaluators have extensive experience working with public safety personnel and a thorough understanding of the psychological demands associated with high-risk occupations.

PCA utilizes validated, job-relevant psychological assessment instruments and structured evaluation methods aligned with POST guidelines to ensure accurate and defensible suitability determinations.

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Professional Liability Insurance. PCA maintains professional liability insurance and all other required insurance coverage at levels consistent with RFP requirements. Certificates of Insurance will be provided upon award.

7. Volume & Scheduling
PCA maintains operational capacity to support both routine hiring volumes and periods of increased recruitment activity without disruption to service delivery. Existing staffing, scheduling systems, and administrative support allow PCA to efficiently manage evaluation volume while maintaining consistent turnaround times.

Scalability. PCA has the ability to scale services up or down based on the City’s needs. PCA maintains sufficient staffing and operational flexibility to support both routine hiring and highvolume recruitment periods.

Flexible Scheduling. PCA offers flexible scheduling to accommodate candidate availability, including coordination with City personnel to ensure timely appointment scheduling and minimal delays in the evaluation process.

Timely Completion of Evaluations. PCA consistently meets and exceeds required timelines, with standard report delivery completed within five (5) business days of the evaluation. This ensures that the psychological evaluation process supports, rather than delays, the City’s hiring timelines.

8. Performance Standards
PCA maintains consistent performance standards aligned with the City’s requirements, including:
● Timely delivery of evaluation reports within agreed timelines ● High consistency and reliability across evaluators through standardized assessment protocols
● Responsiveness to City inquiries within 48 hours
● Professional and respectful treatment of all candidates ● Compliance with quality assurance and audit processes Defensibility and Quality Assurance
PCA’s evaluation process is designed to ensure legal defensibility and consistency across all assessments. This includes standardized testing protocols, structured clinical interviews, and defined rating criteria for psychological competencies.

All reports include documented rationale linking assessment findings to job-relevant standards.

PCA maintains internal quality control through peer consultation and adherence to established professional guidelines, ensuring that evaluations are objective, consistent, and defensible in administrative or legal review.

PCA understands the clinical, operational, and legal requirements associated with POSTcompliant psychological evaluations and is prepared to deliver responsive, consistent, and legally defensible services that support the City’s hiring objectives.

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Additional Services: Fitness-for-Duty Evaluations (FFDE) In addition to pre-employment psychological evaluations, PCA provides Fitness-for-Duty Evaluations (FFDE) as requested by the City in its Fee Proposal – Cost Proposal Table. FFDE services are conducted in accordance with established professional guidelines, including those developed by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Psychological Services Section.

FFDE evaluations include a review of relevant background and administrative information, clinical interview, and administration of appropriate psychological testing based on the referral question. Each evaluation results in a clear, job-related determination regarding the employee’s psychological fitness for duty, supported by documented clinical findings.

PCA provides timely verbal feedback when necessary and delivers written reports within established timelines. All FFDE services are conducted with strict separation from preemployment evaluations to maintain objectivity and avoid conflicts of interest.

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FIRM’S PHILOSOPHY AND ETHICAL STANDARDS
Provide a detailed description of the firm’s philosophy and ethical standards.

Psychological Consulting Associates, doing business as First Responder Psychological Services, is committed to delivering objective, evidence-based, and ethically sound psychological evaluation services tailored to the unique demands of public safety agencies.

Philosophy
Our philosophy is grounded in the understanding that public safety personnel operate in highrisk, high-liability environments that require sound judgment, emotional stability, impulse control, and resilience. Psychological evaluations are a critical component in ensuring that candidates and incumbents are capable of safely performing essential job functions while protecting the integrity of the agency and the communities they serve.

We approach each evaluation with a commitment to fairness, objectivity, consistency, and cultural competence, recognizing the importance of both individual rights and organizational responsibility. Our process is designed to produce clear, practical, and legally defensible outcomes that support informed decision-making.

POST Compliance and Professional Standards
All psychological evaluations are conducted in full compliance with applicable California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) regulations and guidelines, including those governing pre-employment psychological screening for peace officers.

Our evaluative process includes:
• Use of POST-approved psychological assessment instruments, such as the Personality Assessment Inventory (PAI), or equivalent validated measures assessing relevant psychological domains
• Comprehensive clinical interviews aligned with POST standards • Evaluation of psychological suitability factors, including emotional regulation, judgment, integrity, stress tolerance, and interpersonal functioning • Documentation and reporting that meet POST requirements for clarity, defensibility, and appropriateness
Board-Certified Expertise
Our team includes access to highly qualified clinicians, including Board-Certified Police and Public Safety Psychologists, representing a specialized credential held by a limited number of professionals nationwide. This advanced certification reflects a high level of expertise in conducting psychological evaluations specifically within public safety contexts.

This level of specialization ensures:

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• Adherence to nationally recognized best practices
• Advanced understanding of public safety culture and operational demands • Increased reliability and defensibility of evaluation outcomes • Alignment with industry-leading standards in police and public safety psychology Ethical Standards
All services are conducted in accordance with the highest professional and ethical standards, including:
• Compliance with federal and state laws, including HIPAA • Adherence to professional ethical guidelines governing psychological practice • Maintenance of strict confidentiality, with clear communication of its limits • Objectivity and neutrality in all evaluations, free from bias or undue influence • Avoidance of dual relationships and conflicts of interest • Delivery of opinions supported by clinical data and sound professional judgment Quality Assurance and Professional Integrity
We maintain rigorous quality assurance practices to ensure consistency, accuracy, and reliability, including:
• Standardized evaluation protocols and procedures
• Ongoing training and continuing education for evaluators • Peer consultation and case review, as appropriate
• Timely, thorough, and well-documented reporting
Public Safety Focus
Our firm has extensive experience working with law enforcement, fire service, and other public safety agencies. We understand the unique psychological, operational, and cultural demands of these professions and tailor our evaluations accordingly.

Our goal is to provide consistent, defensible, and clinically sound evaluations that enhance workforce readiness, support agency decision-making, and reduce organizational risk.

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FIRM’S PHILOSOPHY AND ETHICAL STANDARDS
PCA operates under a professional philosophy grounded in clinical integrity, legal defensibility, and a clear understanding of public safety operations and culture. PCA provides public safety psychological services that are legally compliant, clinically sound, and operationally relevant, consistent with applicable law, American Psychological Association (APA) standards, and established public-safety guidelines. This work extends beyond counseling and involves medicallegal decision-making that directly affects public safety, organizational liability, workforce readiness, and long-term personnel sustainability.

PCA recognizes that public safety personnel operate in environments characterized by repeated exposure to trauma, high-stakes decision-making, and cumulative operational stress. Services are designed to address both acute and cumulative stress through prevention, early intervention, and recovery-focused care. This approach supports individual well-being while preserving operational readiness and promoting a stable, healthy workforce.

A core ethical standard is the strict separation of evaluative and treatment roles. PCA maintains clear boundaries between pre-employment psychological evaluations, fitness-for-duty assessments, and treatment services to avoid conflicts of interest and preserve objectivity. When multiple services are provided to the same agency, these functions are operationally and clinically segregated to ensure defensible determinations and maintain the integrity of each role.

PCA is a California-registered psychological corporation owned and operated by a licensed psychologist. All services are delivered by licensed clinicians with specialized experience in public safety environments. PCA maintains full clinical accountability, independent judgment, and continuous oversight for all services provided. This structure ensures compliance with California law, supports defensible decision-making, and reinforces professional responsibility for all clinical and evaluative work.

PCA is committed to providing culturally competent, trauma-informed services tailored to the operational realities of law enforcement, fire service, and public safety personnel. Clinicians understand the demands of shift work, critical incident exposure, and organizational structure, and deliver services that are practical, accessible, and aligned with the needs of the agency.

All services are delivered in compliance with POST guidelines, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and applicable employment and privacy laws. Evaluations and recommendations are based on objective data, standardized assessment methods, and clinical judgment, ensuring fairness, consistency, and legal defensibility while protecting both the individual and the agency.

Confidentiality is a central component of PCA’s ethical framework. Services are provided in accordance with applicable confidentiality laws and professional standards, with clear communication regarding the limits of confidentiality in evaluative and clinical contexts. Peer support and wellness services are aligned with California Government Code provisions governing confidentiality protections.

PCA maintains a commitment to responsiveness, transparency, and continuous quality improvement. Through ongoing professional development, peer consultation, and adherence to evolving best practices, PCA ensures that services remain current, effective, and aligned with the needs of public safety agencies.

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EXCEPTIONS
PCA does not have any exceptions to the City’s terms and conditions outlined in the RFP and attached Two Party Agreement.

PRIVACY AND SECURITY COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENT
PCA does not provide IT system services; however, PCA handles sensitive candidate information and maintains secure systems and protocols to ensure confidentiality, data integrity, and compliance with applicable data security and privacy requirements. PCA will cooperate with any City-required security review processes as requested by the City.

PREVIOUS SECURITY BREACHES
PCA has not experienced any previous security breaches.

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PERSONNEL

RESUMES OF PRIMARY PROFESSIONAL STAFF MEMBERS WHO WILL BE

PERFORMING SERVICES UNDER THE CONTRACT
PCA attached the resumes for key staff as one of the “General Attachments”.

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EXHIBIT D

INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
Consultant shall adhere to all terms and conditions of Section 3 of the Agreement and agrees to provide the following types and minimum amounts of insurance, as indicated by checking the applicable boxes (x).

Type of Insurance Minimum Amount Form
☒ General Liability:

Including products and
completed operations,
personal and
advertising injury
$2,000,000 per occurrence for
bodily injury, personal injury
(including death), and property
damage. If Commercial General
Liability insurance with a general
aggregate limit is used, either the
general aggregate limit must apply
separately to this Agreement or the
general aggregate limit must be
twice the required occurrence limit
Additional Insured Endorsement
or Blanket AI Endorsement for
City*
Waiver of Recovery Endorsement
Insurance Services Office Form
CG 00 01
*Must be primary and must not
exclude Products/Completed
Operations
☒ Automobile Liability $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury, including death, and
property damage
Insurance Services Office Form
CA 00 01
Code 1-Any Auto
Code 8-Hired
Code 9-Non Owned
☒ Workers’
Compensation
Employer’s Liability
$1,000,000 each accident
$1,000,000 disease policy limit
$1,000,000 disease each employee
Waiver of Recovery Endorsement
☒ Professional Liability
(Errors & Omissions)
$1,000,000 each occurrence
$2,000,000 aggregate
Other Negotiated Insurance Terms: NONE

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EXHIBIT E

CONSULTANT CONFLICT OF INTEREST DESIGNATION
The Political Reform Act2 and the Chula Vista Conflict of Interest Code3 (“Code”) require designated state and local government officials, including some consultants, to make certain public disclosures using a Statement of Economic Interests form (Form 700). Once filed, a Form 700 is a public document, accessible to any member of the public. In addition, consultants designated to file the Form 700 are also required to comply with certain ethics training requirements.4
☒ A. Consultant will not exert influence over the official or contracting decisions of City and is therefore EXCLUDED5 from disclosure.
☐ B. Consultant WILL exert influence over the official or contracting decisions of City and their disclosure designation is as follows:

APPLICABLE DESIGNATIONS FOR INDIVIDUAL(S) ASSIGNED TO PROVIDE SERVICES (Category descriptions available at www.chulavistaca.gov/departments/city-clerk/conflict-of-interest-code.) Name Email Address Applicable Designation
☐ A. Full Disclosure
☐ B. Limited Disclosure (select one or more of
the categories under which the consultant shall file):
☐ 1. ☐ 2. ☐ 3. ☐ 4. ☐ 5. ☐ 6. ☐ 7.

Justification:
☒ C. Excluded from Disclosure

1.Required Filers
Each individual who will be performing services for the City pursuant to the Agreement and who meets the definition of “Consultant,” pursuant to FPPC Regulation 18700.3, must file a Form 700.

2.Required Filing Deadlines
Each initial Form 700 required under this Agreement shall be filed with the Office of the City Clerk via the City's online filing system, NetFile, within 30 days of the approval of the Agreement. Additional Form 700 filings will be required annually on April 1 during the term of the Agreement, and within 30 days of the termination of the Agreement.

3. Filing Designation
The City Department Director will designate each individual who will be providing services to the City pursuant to the Agreement as full disclosure, limited disclosure, or excluded from disclosure, based on an analysis of the services the Consultant will provide. Notwithstanding this designation or anything in the Agreement, the Consultant is ultimately responsible for complying with FPPC regulations and filing requirements. If you have any questions regarding filing requirements, please do not hesitate to contact the City Clerk at (619)691-5041, or the FPPC at 1-866-ASK-FPPC, or (866) 275-3772 *2.

Pursuant to the duly adopted City of Chula Vista Conflict of Interest Code, this document shall serve as the written determination of the consultant’s requirement to comply with the disclosure requirements set forth in the Code.

Completed by: Jonathan Alegre
2 Cal. Gov. Code §§81000 et seq.; FPPC Regs. 18700.3 and 18704. 3 Chula Vista Municipal Code §§2.02.010-2.02.040.
4 Cal. Gov. Code §§53234, et seq.
5 CA FPPC Adv. A-15-147 (Chadwick) (2015); Davis v. Fresno Unified School District (2015) 237 Cal.App.4th 261; FPPC Reg. 18700.3 (Consultant defined as an “individual” who participates in making a governmental decision; “individual” does not include corporation or limited liability company).

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EXHIBIT F

CONSULTANT LEVINE ACT DISCLOSURE
California Government Code section 84308, commonly referred to as the Levine Act, prohibits any City of Chula Vista Officer6
(“Officer”) from taking part in decisions related to a contract if the Officer received a political contribution totaling more than $500 within the previous twelve months, and for twelve months following the date a final decision concerning the contract has been made, from the person or company awarded the contract.

The Levine Act also requires disclosure of such contribution by a party to be awarded a specific contract. The Levine Act does not apply to competitively bid, labor, or personal employment contracts; contracts valued at under $50,000; contracts where no party receives financial compensation; or contracts between two or more agencies.
☐ A. The Levine Act (Govt. Code §84308) DOES NOT apply to this Agreement. ☒ B. The Levine Act (Govt. Code §84308) does apply to this Agreement and the required disclosure is as follows:

Current Officers can be located on the City of Chula Vista’s websites below:
• Mayor & Council - https://www.chulavistaca.gov/departments/mayor-council • City Attorney - https://www.chulavistaca.gov/departments/city-attorney/about-us • Planning Commissioners – www.chulavistaca.gov/pc
• Candidate for Elected Office – www.chulavistaca.gov/elections

1. Have you or your company, or any agent on behalf of you or your company, made political contributions totaling more than $500 to any Officer in the 12 months preceding the date you submitted your proposal, the date you completed this form, or the anticipated date of any Council action related to this Agreement? YES:☐ If yes, which Officer(s): Click or tap here to enter text.

NO: ☒

2. Do you or your company, or any agent on behalf of you or your company, anticipate or plan to make political contributions totaling more than $500 to any Officer in the 12 months following the finalization of this Agreement or any Council action related to this Agreement?
YES:☐ If yes, which Officer(s): Click or tap here to enter text.

NO: ☒
Answering yes to either question above may not preclude the City of Chula Vista from entering into or taking any subsequent action related to the Agreement. However, it may preclude the identified Officer(s) from participating in any actions related to the Agreement.
6 “Officer” means any elected or appointed officer of an agency, any alternate to an elected or appointed officer of an agency, and any candidate for elective office in an agency. GC § 84308

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CITY OF CHULA VISTA

CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT

WITH THE COUNSELING TEAM INTERNATIONAL

TO PROVIDE PUBLIC SAFETY PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS
This Agreement is entered into effective as of September 1, 2026 by and between the City of Chula Vista, a chartered municipal corporation (“ City”) and The Counseling Team International, A California Corporation) Consultant”) ( collectively, the “ Parties” and, individually, a “ Party”) with reference to the following facts:

RECITALS
WHEREAS, on March 20, 2026, the City issued a Request for Proposal ( RFP P32- 2026), incorporated by reference and attached here as Exhibit B, seeking qualified, licensed pyschological service providers to conduct post- offer, pre-employment psychological evaluations for candidates applying to public safety and social service positions within the Police and Fire Departments; and
WHEREAS, the City received five (5) responses to solicitation RFP P32- 2026; and WHEREAS, the City’ s selection committee evaulated the proposals and recommends entering into an agreement with The Counseling Team International; and
WHEREAS, Consultant’ s proposal is attached here as Exhibit C and is incorporated by reference; and WHEREAS, Consultant warrants and represents that it is experienced and staffed in a manner such that it can deliver the services required of Consultant to City in accordance with the time frames and the terms and conditions of this Agreement.

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1. SERVICES

1.1 Required Services. Consultant agrees to perform the services, and deliver to City the “ Deliverables” ( if any) described in the attached Exhibit A, incorporated into the Agreement by this reference, within the time frames set forth therein, time being of the essence for this Agreement. The services and/or Deliverables described in Exhibit A shall be referred to herein as the “ Required Services.”

1.3 Additional Services. Subject to compliance with the City’ s Charter, codes, policies, procedures and ordinances governing procurement and purchasing authority, City may request Consultant provide additional services related to the Required Services (“ Additional Services”). If so, City and Consultant agree to meet and confer in good faith for the purpose of negotiating an amendment to Exhibit A, to add the Additional Services. Unless otherwise agreed, compensation for the Additional Services shall be charged and paid consistent with the rates and terms already provided therein. Once added to Exhibit A, “Additional Services” shall also become “ Required Services” for purposes of this Agreement.

1.7 Compliance with Laws. In its performance of the Required Services, Consultant shall comply with any and all applicable federal, state and local laws, including the Chula Vista Municipal Code.

1.8 Business License. Prior to commencement of work, Consultant shall obtain a business license from City.

1.9 Subcontractors. Prior to commencement of any work, Consultant shall submit for City’ s information and approval a list of any and all subcontractors to be used by Consultant in the performance of the Required Services. Consultant agrees to take appropriate measures necessary to ensure that all subcontractors and

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Consultant Name: The Counseling Team International Rev. 6.4.2026 personnel utilized by the Consultant to complete its obligations under this Agreement comply with all applicable laws, regulations, ordinances, and policies, whether federal, state, or local. In addition, if any subcontractor is expected to fulfill any responsibilities of the Consultant under this Agreement, Consultant shall ensure that each and every subcontractor carries out the Consultant’ s responsibilities as set forth in this Agreement.

1.10 Term. This Agreement shall commence on the earlier to occur of the Effective Date or Consultant’ s commencement of the Required Services hereunder, and shall terminate, subject to Sections 6.1 and 6.2 of this Agreement, when the Parties have complied with all their obligations hereunder; provided, however, provisions which expressly survive termination shall remain in effect.

2. COMPENSATION

2.1 General. For satisfactory performance of the Required Services, City agrees to compensate Consultant in the amount( s) and on the terms set forth in Exhibit A, Section 4. Standard terms for billing and payment are set forth in this Section 2.

2.2 Detailed Invoicing. Consultant agrees to provide City with a detailed invoice for services performed each month, within thirty ( 30) days of the end of the month in which the services were performed, unless otherwise specified in Exhibit A. Invoicing shall begin on the first of the month following the Effective Date of the Agreement. All charges must be presented in a line item format with each task separately explained in reasonable detail. Each invoice shall include the current monthly amount being billed, the amount invoiced to date, and the remaining amount available under any approved budget. Consultant must obtain prior written authorization from City for any fees or expenses that exceed the estimated budget.

2.3 Payment to Consultant. Upon receipt of a properly prepared invoice and confirmation that the Required Services detailed in the invoice have been satisfactorily performed, City shall pay Consultant for the invoice amount within thirty (30) days. Payment shall be made in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in Exhibit A and section 2.4, below. At City’ s discretion, invoices not timely submitted may be subject to a penalty of up to five percent ( 5%) of the amount invoiced.

2.4 Retention Policy. City shall retain ten percent ( 10%) of the amount due for Required Services detailed on each invoice ( the “ holdback amount”). Upon City review and determination of Project Completion, the holdback amount will be issued to Consultant.

2.5 Reimbursement of Costs. City may reimburse Consultant’ s out-of-pocket costs incurred by Consultant in the performance of the Required Services if negotiated in advance and included in Exhibit A. Unless specifically provided in Exhibit A, Consultant shall be responsible for any and all out-of-pocket costs incurred by Consultant in the performance of the Required Services.

2.6 Exclusions. City shall not be responsible for payment to Consultant for any fees or costs in excess of any agreed upon budget, rate or other maximum amount( s) provided for in Exhibit A. City shall also not be responsible for any cost: ( a) incurred prior to the Effective Date; or (b) arising out of or related to the errors, omissions, negligence or acts of willful misconduct of Consultant, its agents, employees, or subcontractors.

2.7 Payment Not Final Approval. Consultant understands and agrees that payment to the Consultant or reimbursement for any Consultant costs related to the performance of Required Services does not constitute a City final decision regarding whether such payment or cost reimbursement is allowable and eligible for payment under this Agreement, nor does it constitute a waiver of any violation by Consultant of the terms of

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Consultant Name: The Counseling Team International Rev. 6.4.2026 this Agreement. If City determines that Consultant is not entitled to receive any amount of compensation already paid, City will notify Consultant in writing and Consultant shall promptly return such amount.

3. INSURANCE

3.1 Required Insurance. Consultant must procure and maintain, during the period of performance of Required Services under this Agreement, and for twelve months after completion of Required Services, the policies of insurance described on the attached Exhibit D, incorporated into the Agreement by this reference the “ Required Insurance”). The Required Insurance shall also comply with all other terms of this Section.

3.3 Standards for Insurers. Required Insurance must be placed with licensed insurers admitted to transact business in the State of California with a current A.M. Best’ s rating of A V or better, or, if insurance is placed with a surplus lines insurer, insurer must be listed on the State of California List of Eligible Surplus Lines Insurers ( LESLI) with a current A.M. Best’ s rating of no less than A X. For Workers’ Compensation Insurance, insurance issued by the State Compensation Fund is also acceptable.

3.4 Subcontractors. Consultant must include all sub-consultants/ sub- contractors as insureds under its policies and/or furnish separate certificates and endorsements demonstrating separate coverage for those not under its policies. Any separate coverage for sub- consultants must also comply with the terms of this Agreement.

3.5 Additional Insureds. City, its officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers must be named as additional insureds with respect to any policy of general liability, automobile, or pollution insurance specified as required in Exhibit D or as may otherwise be specified by City’ s Risk Manager. The general liability additional insured coverage must be provided in the form of an endorsement to the Consultant’ s insurance using ISO CG 2010 ( 11/85) or its equivalent; such endorsement must not exclude Products/ Completed Operations coverage.

3.6 General Liability Coverage to be “ Primary.” Consultant’ s general liability coverage must be primary insurance as it pertains to the City, its officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers. Any insurance or self-insurance maintained by the City, its officers, officials, employees, or volunteers is wholly separate from the insurance provided by Consultant and in no way relieves Consultant from its responsibility to provide insurance.

3.8 Waiver of Subrogation. Consultant’ s insurer( s) will provide a Waiver of Subrogation in favor of the City for each Required Insurance policy under this Agreement. In addition, Consultant waives any right it may have or may obtain to subrogation for a claim against City.

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Consultant Name: The Counseling Team International Rev. 6.4.2026 will endeavor” and “ but failure to mail such notice shall impose no obligation or liability of any kind upon the company, its agents, or representatives” or any similar language must be deleted from all certificates. The required certificates and endorsements should otherwise be on industry standard forms. The City reserves the right to require, at any time, complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies, including endorsements evidencing the coverage required by these specifications.

3.10 Claims Made Policy Requirements. If General Liability, Pollution and/or Asbestos Pollution Liability and/or Errors & Omissions coverage are required and are provided on a claims- made form, the following requirements also apply:
a. The “ Retro Date” must be shown, and must be before the date of this Agreement or the beginning of the work required by this Agreement.
b. Insurance must be maintained, and evidence of insurance must be provided, for at least five ( 5) years after completion of the work required by this Agreement. c. If coverage is canceled or non-renewed, and not replaced with another claims- made policy form with a “ Retro Date” prior to the effective date of this Agreement, the Consultant must purchase “ extended reporting” coverage for a minimum of five (5) years after completion of the work required by this Agreement. d. A copy of the claims reporting requirements must be submitted to the City for review.

3.11 Not a Limitation of Other Obligations. Insurance provisions under this section shall not be construed to limit the Consultant’ s obligations under this Agreement, including Indemnity.

4. INDEMNIFICATION

4.1. General. To the maximum extent allowed by law, Consultant shall timely and fully protect, defend, reimburse, indemnify and hold harmless City, its elected and appointed officers, agents, employees and volunteers ( collectively, “ Indemnified Parties”), from and against any and all claims, demands, causes of action, costs, expenses, ( including reasonable attorneys’ fees and court costs), liability, loss, damage or injury, in law or equity, to property or persons, including wrongful death, in any manner arising out of or incident to any alleged acts, omissions, negligence, or willful misconduct of Consultant, its officials, officers, employees, agents, and contractors, arising out of or in connection with the performance of the Required Services, the results of such performance, or this Agreement. This indemnity provision does not include any claims, damages, liability, costs and expenses arising from the sole negligence or willful misconduct of the Indemnified Parties. Also covered is liability arising from, connected with, caused by or claimed to be caused by the active or passive negligent acts or omissions of the Indemnified Parties which may be in combination with the active or passive negligent acts or omissions of the Consultant, its employees, agents or officers, or any third party.

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Consultant Name: The Counseling Team International Rev. 6.4.2026 obligation under Section 1, above, shall be limited to the extent required by California Civil Code section 2782.8.

4.3 Costs of Defense and Award. Included in Consultant’ s obligations under this Section 4 is Consultant’ s obligation to defend, at Consultant’ s own cost, expense and risk, and with counsel approved in writing by City, any and all suits, actions or other legal proceedings that may be brought or instituted against one or more of the Indemnified Parties. Subject to the limitations in this Section 4, Consultant shall pay and satisfy any judgment, award or decree that may be rendered against one or more of the Indemnified Parties for any and all related legal expenses and costs incurred by any of them.

4.4. Consultant’ s Obligations Not Limited or Modified. Consultant’ s obligations under this Section 4 shall not be limited to insurance proceeds, if any, received by the Indemnified Parties, or by any prior or subsequent declaration by the Consultant. Furthermore, Consultant’ s obligations under this Section 4 shall in no way limit, modify or excuse any of Consultant’ s other obligations or duties under this Agreement.

4.5. Enforcement Costs. Consultant agrees to pay any and all costs and fees City incurs in enforcing Consultant’ s obligations under this Section 4.

4.6 Survival. Consultant’ s obligations under this Section 4 shall survive the termination of this Agreement.

5. CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

5.2 Disclosures; Prohibited Interests. Independent of whether Consultant is required to file a Form 700, Consultant warrants and represents that it has disclosed to City any economic interests held by Consultant, or its employees or subcontractors who will be performing the Required Services, in any real property or project which is the subject of this Agreement. Consultant warrants and represents that it has not employed or retained any company or person, other than a bona fide employee or approved subcontractor working solely for Consultant, to solicit or secure this Agreement. Further, Consultant warrants and represents that it has not paid or agreed to pay any company or person, other than a bona fide employee or approved subcontractor working solely for Consultant, any fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gift or other consideration contingent upon or resulting from the award or making of this Agreement. Consultant further warrants and represents that no officer or employee of City, has any interest, whether contractual, non- contractual, financial or otherwise, in this transaction, the proceeds hereof, or in the business of Consultant or Consultant’ s subcontractors. Consultant further agrees to notify City in the event any such interest is discovered whether or not such interest is prohibited by law or this Agreement. For breach or violation of any of these warranties, City shall have the right to rescind this Agreement without liability.

5.3 Levine Act. California Government Code section 84308, commonly known as the Levine Act, prohibits public agency officers from participating in any action related to a contract if such officer receives political contributions totaling more than $ 500 within the previous twelve months, and for twelve months following the date a final decision concerning the contract has been made, from the person or company awarded the contract. The Levine Act also requires disclosure of such contribution by a party to be awarded a specific

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Consultant Name: The Counseling Team International Rev. 6.4.2026 contract. In order to assure compliance with these requirements, Consultant shall comply with the disclosure requirements identified in the attached Exhibit F, incorporated into the Agreement by this reference.

6. REMEDIES

6.1 Termination for Cause. If for any reason whatsoever Consultant shall fail to perform the Required Services under this Agreement, in a proper or timely manner, or if Consultant shall violate any of the other covenants, agreements or conditions of this Agreement ( each a “ Default”), in addition to any and all other rights and remedies City may have under this Agreement, at law or in equity, City shall have the right to terminate this Agreement by giving five (5) days written notice to Consultant. Such notice shall identify the Default and the Agreement termination date. If Consultant notifies City of its intent to cure such Default prior to City’ s specified termination date, and City agrees that the specified Default is capable of being cured, City may grant Consultant up to ten ( 10) additional days after the designated termination date to effectuate such cure. In the event of a termination under this Section 6.1, Consultant shall immediately provide City any and all ” Work Product” ( defined in Section 7 below) prepared by Consultant as part of the Required Services.

Such Work Product shall be City’ s sole and exclusive property as provided in Section 7 hereof. Consultant may be entitled to compensation for work satisfactorily performed prior to Consultant’ s receipt of the Default notice; provided, however, in no event shall such compensation exceed the amount that would have been payable under this Agreement for such work, and any such compensation shall be reduced by any costs incurred or projected to be incurred by City as a result of the Default.

6.2 Termination or Suspension for Convenience of City. City may suspend or terminate this Agreement, or any portion of the Required Services, at any time and for any reason, with or without cause, by giving specific written notice to Consultant of such termination or suspension at least fifteen ( 15) days prior to the effective date thereof. Upon receipt of such notice, Consultant shall immediately cease all work under the Agreement and promptly deliver all “Work Product” ( defined in Section 7 below) to City. Such Work Product shall be City's sole and exclusive property as provided in Section 7 hereof. Consultant shall be entitled to receive just and equitable compensation for this Work Product in an amount equal to the amount due and payable under this Agreement for work satisfactorily performed as of the date of the termination/ suspension notice plus any additional remaining Required Services requested or approved by City in advance that would maximize City’ s value under the Agreement.

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6.6 Service of Process. Consultant agrees that it is subject to personal jurisdiction in California. If Consultant is a foreign corporation, limited liability company, or partnership that is not registered with the California Secretary of State, Consultant irrevocably consents to service of process on Consultant by first class mail directed to the individual and address listed under “ For Legal Notice,” in section 1.B. of Exhibit A to this Agreement, and that such service shall be effective five days after mailing.

7. OWNERSHIP AND USE OF WORK PRODUCT
All reports, studies, information, data, statistics, forms, designs, plans, procedures, systems and any other materials or properties produced in whole or in part under this Agreement in connection with the performance of the Required Services ( collectively “ Work Product”) shall be the sole and exclusive property of City. No such Work Product shall be subject to private use, copyrights or patent rights by Consultant in the United States or in any other country without the express, prior written consent of City. City shall have unrestricted authority to publish, disclose, distribute, and otherwise use, copyright or patent, in whole or in part, any such Work Product, without requiring any permission of Consultant, except as may be limited by the provisions of the Public Records Act or expressly prohibited by other applicable laws. With respect to computer files containing data generated as Work Product, Consultant shall make available to City, upon reasonable written request by City, the necessary functional computer software and hardware for purposes of accessing, compiling, transferring and printing computer files.

8. GENERAL PROVISIONS

8.1 Amendment. This Agreement may be amended, but only in writing signed by both Parties.

8.2 Assignment. City would not have entered into this Agreement but for Consultant’ s unique qualifications and traits. Consultant shall not assign any of its rights or responsibilities under this Agreement, nor any part hereof, without City’ s prior written consent, which City may grant, condition or deny in its sole discretion.

8.3 Authority. The person( s) executing this Agreement for Consultant warrants and represents that they have the authority to execute same on behalf of Consultant and to bind Consultant to its obligations hereunder without any further action or direction from Consultant or any board, principle or officer thereof.

8.6 Record Retention. During the course of the Agreement and for three ( 3) years following completion of the Required Services, Consultant agrees to maintain, intact and readily accessible, all data, documents, reports, records, contracts, and supporting materials relating to the performance of the Agreement, including accounting for costs and expenses charged to City, including such records in the possession of subcontractors/ sub- consultants.

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8.8 Independent Contractor. Consultant is and shall at all times remain as to City a wholly independent contractor. Neither City nor any of its officers, employees, agents or volunteers shall have control over the conduct of Consultant or any of Consultant’ s officers, employees, or agents (“ Consultant Related Individuals”), except as set forth in this Agreement. No Consultant Related Individuals shall be deemed employees of City, and none of them shall be entitled to any benefits to which City employees are entitled, including but not limited to, overtime, retirement benefits, worker' s compensation benefits, injury leave or other leave benefits. Furthermore, City will not withhold state or federal income tax, social security tax or any other payroll tax with respect to any Consultant Related Individuals; instead, Consultant shall be solely responsible for the payment of same and shall hold the City harmless with respect to same. Consultant shall not at any time or in any manner represent that it or any of its Consultant Related Individuals are employees or agents of City. Consultant shall not incur or have the power to incur any debt, obligation or liability whatsoever against City, or bind City in any manner.

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SIGNATURE PAGE

APPROVED AS TO FORM
BY: _______________________________
Marco A. Verdugo
City Attorney

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EXHIBIT A

SCOPE OF WORK AND PAYMENT TERMS

1. Contact People for Contract Administration and Legal Notice A. City Contract Administration:

Chula Vista Police Department
Jonathan Alegre, Police Administrative Services Administrator 315 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91910
619) 476-2570
jalegre@chulavistapdca. gov
For Legal Notice Copy to:

City of Chula Vista
City Attorney
276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91910
619-691-5037
CityAttorney@chulavistaca. gov
B. Consultant Contract Administration:

THE COUNSELING TEAM INTERNATIONAL
Julie Casto Koot, CFO/Director of Operations
1881 Business Center Drive, Suite 11, San Bernardino, CA 92408 800) 222-9691
jkoot@thecounselingteam. com
For Legal Notice Copy to:
same as above]

2. Required Services
A. General Description:

Consultant will provide post-offer, pre-employment psychological evaluations for candidates applying to public safety and social service positions within the Police and Fire Departments.

B. Detailed Description:

1. Evaluation Components
Consultant shall conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations that include:

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Consultant Name: The Counseling Team International Rev. 6.4.2026 Clinical Interview
Structured or semi- structured interview conducted by a licensed psychologist Assessment of mental health history, behavioral patterns, coping strategies, and risk factors Risk Assessment
Identification of psychological conditions that may impair job performance Evaluation of potential hazards to self or others
Final Determination
Clear, written recommendation of “ Psychologically Suitable,” “ Not Suitable,” or “ Suitable with Conditions/ Monitoring” ( if permitted by City policy)

2. Reporting Requirements
Consultant shall provide:

Written evaluation reports for each candidate, including test results, interview findings, and suitability determination.

Reports delivered within 10 business days of evaluation unless otherwise agreed.

Documentation that is clear, concise, and legally defensible for use in hiring decisions.

Immediate notification to the City of any candidate presenting imminent safety concerns.

3. Consultation & Support
Consultant shall:

Provide consultation to City HR and department leadership regarding psychological suitability standards.

Participate in meetings, hearings, or legal proceedings as needed ( with separate compensation if applicable).

Advise on best practices for psychological screening in public safety and social service settings.

4. Compliance Requirements
Consultant must comply with:

All applicable state and federal laws
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEO) requirements
Peace Officer Standards and Training ( POST) guidelines ( if applicable) Ethical standards of the American Psychological Association ( APA) Confidentiality and data security requirements

5. Administrative Responsibilities
Consultant shall:

Maintain secure records in accordance with legal retention requirements Provide monthly or quarterly utilization reports
Ensure all evaluators hold appropriate licensure and training Provide facilities suitable for confidential testing and interviewing Offer remote or hybrid evaluation options if permitted by City policy

6. Qualifications of Contractor
Consultant must:

Be a licensed psychologist in good standing
Have demonstrated experience conducting pre-employment psychological evaluations for public safety agencies
Have familiarity with high-risk occupational demands and validated assessment tools Maintain professional liability insurance at required levels

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7. Volume & Scheduling
Approximately 250 evaluations per year
Ability to scale services up or down based on City needs Flexible scheduling to accommodate candidate availability Timely completion of evaluations to support hiring timelines

8. Performance Standards
Consultant shall meet the following standards:

Evaluation reports delivered within agreed timelines
High inter-rater reliability and consistency across evaluators Responsiveness to City inquiries within 48 hours
Professional, respectful treatment of all candidates
Compliance with audit or quality assurance reviews

3. Term: In accordance with Section 1.10 of this Agreement, the term of this Agreement shall begin September 1, 2026 and end on June 30, 2028 for completion of all Required Services.

4. Compensation:

A. Form of Compensation
Single Fixed Fee. For performance of all of the Required Services by Consultant as herein required, City shall pay a single fixed fee of $Enter Contract Amount, upon completion of all Required Services to City’ s satisfaction.

OR
Fixed Fee Paid in Increments. For the completion of each Deliverable of the Required Services, as identified in section 2.B., above, City shall pay the fixed fee associated with each Deliverable, in the amounts set forth below:

Task No. Deliverable Amount
1 Post- Offer, Pre-Employment
Psychological Evaluation
400 per candidate
2 Re-Testing ( if required) $ 500 per test
3 Candidate Appeal Evaluation $ 750 per evaluation
OR
Time and Materials. For performance of the Required Services by Consultant as identified in Section 2.B., above, City shall pay Consultant for the productive hours of time spent by Consultant in the performance of the Required Services, at the rates or amounts as indicated below:

Enter Applicable Hourly Rates
B. Reimbursement of Costs
None, the compensation includes all costs

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Invoiced or agreed- upon amounts as follows:

Enter or Attach And Reference Any Agreed- Upon Cost Reimbursements Notwithstanding the foregoing, the maximum amount to be paid to the Consultant for services performed through June 30, 2032 shall not exceed $ 254,358.

5. Special Provisions:

Permitted Sub-Consultants: None
Security for Performance: None
Notwithstanding the completion date set forth in Section 3 above, City has option to extend this Agreement for four (4) additional one- year terms or July 1, 2028 through June 30, 2029; July 1, 2029 through June 30, 2030; July 1, 2030 through June 30, 2031 and July 1, 2031 through June 30, 2032). The City Manager or Director of Finance/ Treasurer shall be authorized to exercise the extensions on behalf of the City. If the City exercises an option to extend, each extension shall be on the same terms and conditions contained herein, provided that the amounts specified in Section 4 above may be increased by up to current San Diego Consumer Price Index and capped at a maximum 5% for each extension. The City shall give written notice to Consultant of the City’ s election to exercise the extension via the Notice of Exercise of Option to Extend document.

Other: Not Applicable)
None

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THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA

If you experience technical difficulties submitting your proposal, you must first contact PlanetBids ( 818) 992-1771 to receive technical assistance. If PlanetBids is unable to address your issue, you must notify Angélica Arellano / marellano@chulavistaca. gov
Questions related to the proposal must be submitted through PlanetBids. Questions must be received by 12:00 P.M. Wednesday, March 25, 2026. Answers will be uploaded to PlanetBids no later than 5:00 P.M.

Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

M. Angélica Arellano
Procurement Specialist

EXHIBIT B

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Schedule (All times are PST)
Activity Date ( All Times Pacific)
Objective
The City of Chula Vista seeks a qualified, licensed psychological services provider to conduct approximately 250 post offer, pre employment psychological evaluations per year for candidates applying to public safety and social service positions within the Police and Fire Departments. The Police Department represents the primary volume of evaluations, while the Fire Department will access these services on an as needed basis. These evaluations ensure that candidates are free from job relevant psychological impairments and possess the emotional, cognitive, and behavioral capacities required for high risk, high responsibility roles.

The objective of this Request for Proposal ( RFP) is to contract for an initial term of one-year (12-month) for psychological evaluation services. The City will evaluate and determine the need for ongoing services and at the City’s option the agreement will include four (4) one-year options to renew.

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The City of Chula Vista works to preserve its fiscal health by applying continuous improvement practices, strengthening neighborhoods through effective police and fire services, enhancing local land-use control to support a strong economy, and fostering a healthy, wellness- focused environment for residents.

Scope of Work (SOW)
Vendors must be able to, at a minimum, provide the services outlined below. Your response must identify your company' s approach and methodology for satisfying each of the items listed in the SOW. Cost/ fee proposals should be inclusive of all services identified in the SOW, if any component is not included you must identify the section and cost/ fee for that service.

1. Evaluation Components
The Contractor shall conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations that include:

Review of Background Information
Personal history statements
Prior psychological or medical evaluations ( if applicable) Job analyses and essential job functions provided by the City Standardized Psychological Testing
Validated, job-relevant instruments ( e.g., MMPI-2-RF, CPI, PAI, or equivalent) Measures of emotional stability, impulse control, stress tolerance, judgment, and interpersonal functioning
Validity scales to detect response distortion
Clinical Interview
Structured or semi-structured interview conducted by a licensed psychologist Assessment of mental health history, behavioral patterns, coping strategies, and risk factors Risk Assessment
Identification of psychological conditions that may impair job performance Evaluation of potential hazards to self or others
Final Determination
Clear, written recommendation of “Psychologically Suitable,” “ Not Suitable,” or “Suitable with Conditions/ Monitoring” ( if permitted by City policy)

2. Reporting Requirements
The Contractor shall provide:

Written evaluation reports for each candidate, including test results, interview findings, and suitability determination.

Reports delivered within 10 business days of evaluation unless otherwise agreed.

Documentation that is clear, concise, and legally defensible for use in hiring decisions.

Immediate notification to the City of any candidate presenting imminent safety concerns.

3. Consultation & Support
The Contractor shall:

Provide consultation to City HR and department leadership regarding psychological suitability standards.

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Participate in meetings, hearings, or legal proceedings as needed (with separate compensation if applicable).

Advise on best practices for psychological screening in public safety and social service settings.

4. Compliance Requirements
The Contractor must comply with:

All applicable state and federal laws
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEO) requirements
Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) guidelines ( if applicable) Ethical standards of the American Psychological Association (APA) Confidentiality and data security requirements

5. Administrative Responsibilities
The Contractor shall:

6. Qualifications of Contractor
The Contractor must:

8. Performance Standards
The Contractor shall meet the following standards:

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9. Cost Summary
Vendors shall provide pricing in Attachment A – Cost Proposal Table. The City reserves the right to request detail line-item pricing.

Proposal Form and Content
The City will accept proposals in accordance with the instructions and specifications in this Request for Proposal (RFP).

A. Provide one (1) original PDF document uploaded in PlanetBids on or before the due date identified in this RFP.

C. PROPOSAL FORMAT: Proposals shall adhere to the following format for organization and content.

Proposals must be divided into the individual sections listed below.

D. TABLE OF CONTENTS - The table of contents shall identify the contents of the proposal in a format consistent with the proposal requirements and format set forth herein.

F. CAPABILITIES: This relates to the individual/ firm’s capabilities to provide the professional services described in the Scope of Services. Please demonstrate the individual/ firm’s capabilities, using specific examples projects/ services you and your firm completed for other public agencies.

Provide five (5) client references for which you have provided similar services. References shall include date and description of service, project location, completion dates, organization’ s name, contact person, title, address, and telephone number.

G. POINT OF CONTACT: Identify the primary contact for the City and other subconsultants that are proposed to be used. Backgrounds or biographies should be provided.

H. FIRM’ S METHODOLOGYAND APPROACH TO WORK: This should include a description of your proposed working conditions, assumptions and methodology to provide the requested services that were used to develop the fee proposal.

I. FIRM’ S PHILOSOPHY AND ETHICAL STANDARDS: Provide a detailed description of the firm’s philosophy and ethical standards.

J. FEE PROPOSAL: Attachment A – Cost Proposal Table (Excel Spreadsheet)

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K. EXCEPTIONS – Respondent must identify any exceptions to the City’ terms and conditions outlined in the RFP and attached Two Party Agreement. Any exceptions to the City’s limitations of liability Certificate of Insurance or Indemnification sections of these documents may constitute grounds to reject the proposal and not be subject to review by the Selection Committee.

L. PRIVACY AND SECURITY COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENT – As part ofthe City of ChulaVista’s commitment to privacy, cybersecurity, and responsible technology use, all vendors that are being considered for award for IT-related services must comply with the City’s Privacy Ordinance and complete the City’s Vendor Risk Assessment (VRA) Questionnaire. This requirement applies to any vendor that will have access to City systems, resources, or data; provide remote or onsite support; manage or maintain Cityowned infrastructure; host or process City data; integrate with City networks or applications; or otherwise perform services that may impact the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of City information systems. The VRA assesses cybersecurity practices, data protection measures, regulatory compliance, and insurance coverage. Failure to complete the VRA or meet the City’s minimum cybersecurity standards may disqualify a vendor from award consideration. Exceptions may be requested but are subject to approval by the City’s IT Director.

M. Respondent shall provide information regarding any previous security breaches.

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Evaluation Method
All proposals shall be reviewed to verify that the Respondent has met the minimum requirements.

Evaluation Criteria
The award to the successful Respondent will be based upon response to the requirements outlined in this RFP, and an estimate of the quality and effectiveness of each it’s services in the following areas (not listed in order of importance):
a. Experience/ Past Performance/ References ( Must have a minimum of 5 years City-specific public sector experience) – Consideration will be given based upon the firm’s experience, years in business, past and current client references; technical expertise and professional competence in areas directly related to this RFP; number of years’ experience in performing similar work in performing services identified in this RFP for municipalities in California.
b. Personnel – Respondent shall submit resumes of all primary professional staff members who will be performing services under the contract. Respondent should demonstrate that all key personnel have been successfully involved with projects of similar scope and magnitude.
c. Approach to Work – This category will evaluate the Respondent’ s ability to take upon itself the responsibilities set forth in the Scope of Work and produce the required outcome in a timely manner. Consideration will be given for the overall quality of the proposal, including a demonstrated understanding of the purpose, scope and objective of the services to be performed. It is the intention of the City of Chula Vista to award a contract to the Respondent who furnishes satisfactory evidence that the Respondent has the requisite experience and ability to enable the Respondent to prosecute the work successfully and properly, and to complete services in a timely manner. To determine the degree of responsibility to be credited to the Respondent, the City of Chula Vista will weigh the evidence that the Respondent has performed satisfactorily other contracts of like nature, magnitude and comparable difficulty and comparable rates of progress. d. Proposed Cost (Please see attachment A – Cost Proposal Table) e. Optional Interview – In the event the City decides that interviews are necessary, Respondents who are finalists will be notified as promptly as possible. Each interview will consist of a presentation of no longer than one ( 1) hour. Notice of confirmation of the interview date/ time will be given by telephone or in writing.

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RFP: P32-2026
Pre- Employment Psychological
Examinations
Proposal Submitted by:

The Counseling Team International
1881 Business Center Drive, Suite 11
San Bernardino, CA 92408
800)222-9691
www.thecounselingteam. com

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To Whom It May Concern:

The Counseling Team International ( TCTI) is pleased to submit this bid in response to the City of Chula Vista's Request for Proposal for Psychological Examination and Evaluation Services. As you will discover from this proposal, our experience and credentials are unmatched by other businesses, and we are prepared to meet and exceed your desired qualifications.

TCTI has been at the forefront of providing behavioral health services for the past 41 years. In that time, we have served over 300 public safety agencies and have worked tirelessly to become a trusted resource in the first responder community. TCTI exclusively partners with public safety organizations to deliver culturally competent short-term counseling, critical incident debriefing, educational training, and pre-employment psychological evaluations.

A brief timeline of our company illustrates the breadth and depth of our expertise:
1985: TCTI is founded to provide Critical Incident Stress Management services CISM) to San Bernardino County Sheriff’s personnel. Critical Incident Response services for San Bernardino County decreased Worker’s Compensation claims to such a degree that TCTI was asked to expand services to provide counseling and training to personnel and their family members.
1986: TCTI created a training division, to offer educational courses that meet the needs of departments. Training courses are delivered by certified TCTI Instructors and are experiential and didactic in nature. 1987: TCTI’s Employee Support Services Program was created to support employees and their dependents who are facing personal and emotional struggles.
1987: TCTI’s Pre-Employment Psychological Testing Division began offering full service psychological evaluations for public safety candidates. 1988: TCTI began offer support and guidance to agencies when creating Peer Support Programs. Since this time, we have trained over 12,000 Peer Supporters in the Fire, Law Enforcement, and EMS Fields both nationally and abroad. 1989: The TCTI Crisis Negotiation Team was formed to provide services to both Federal and state agencies.
1994: TCTI Formed a Line of Duty Death Response Team (LODDRT), which has responded to over 175 line of duty deaths.
2016: TCTI launched telehealth services as an option for behavioral health services.

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2018: TCTI began partnering with First Responder Wellness to provide residential and Intensive Outpatient care for first responders needing a higher level or care for managing and recovering from trauma and other behavioral health concerns.

With nearly four decades of industry-specific experience, we are trusted and ideally suited to deliver superior services for pre-employment psychological screenings and evaluations.

Key members of the management team include the following individuals:

Joel Edwards: Chief Operating Officer
Stephen Odom, PhD: President
Julie Casto Koot: Director of Operations
Nancy Panza, PhD, ABPP: Director of Clinical Research and Development Maura Kane, PsyD: Director of Psychological Services
Our testing psychologists all have extensive experience conducting high-stakes, occupationally mandated psychological evaluations. They are all licensed for independent practice by the state of California and listed as approved providers by CA POST. Our professional support staff are ready to assist your agency with whatever needs they bring to our agency.

TCTI professionals all share an understanding of the need to treat sensitive issues with trust and confidentiality. We are committed to integrating both proactive and reactive wellness solutions to support the ever-changing needs of individuals and departments.

Upon award, TCTI will manage this project from our San Bernardino County office located at 1881 Business Center Drive Suite 11, San Bernardino, CA 92408.

Should there be any need for clarification or follow-up please contact Julie Casto Koot (909) 884-0133 ext. 225.

We look forward to the opportunity of providing Pre-Employment Psychological Evaluation Services for the City of Chula Vista today and each day moving forward.

Stay Safe & Be Well,
Julie Casto Koot
Director of Operations

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History and Experience
Founded in 1985, The Counseling Team International ( TCTI) is a nationally recognized leader in comprehensive behavioral health and wellness services for law enforcement, fire service, emergency medical, and governmental agencies. With nearly four decades of experience, TCTI delivers integrated solutions that support organizational readiness, employee well-being, and critical incident resilience.

Today, TCTI proudly serves more than 300 public safety agencies nationwide.

TCTI’ s foundation was built on providing 24/7/365 Critical Incident Stress Management ( CISM) services following officer-involved shootings—an approach that produced measurable reductions in workers’ compensation claims and set a new standard for immediate, effective intervention. From this origin, TCTI expanded into a full-service behavioral health organization offering clinical counseling, executive consultation, employee support services, peer support programs, crisis negotiation consultation, and pre-employment psychological evaluations for public safety personnel and their eligible family members.

Training and professional development are core pillars of TCTI’ s mission. Our Training Division designs and delivers specialized, evidence-based courses tailored to the unique demands of public safety professionals. TCTI instructors—many of whom are adjunct faculty at colleges and universities—are certified through POST, ICISF, LEWA, BRN, CEU, EMT/ICEMA, and QPR, and regularly serve as instructors and keynote speakers for federal, state, and local agencies, including the FBI, CHP, FLETC, FAMS, and police and fire academies throughout the United States and Canada.

TCTI’s Pre-Employment Psychological Testing Division is staffed by experienced clinical psychologists who meet all requirements under California Government Code §1031(f) and POST standards. Our psychologists conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations and oral interviews while maintaining strong, collaborative relationships with hiring agencies, ensuring consistency, professionalism, and timely communication throughout the selection process.

TCTI is widely recognized as a leader in Peer Support Program development and training, having trained more than 12,000 peer supporters across law enforcement, fire, EMS, healthcare, and federal agencies in the United States and Canada. In addition, TCTI provides ongoing consultation to Crisis Negotiation Teams (CNT), with the majority of our clinicians having completed both Basic and Advanced FBI Hostage/Crisis Negotiation training.

TCTI’s licensed mental health professionals have responded to hundreds of critical incidents, mass casualty events, natural disasters, and acts of violence nationwide. In 1994, TCTI formalized this commitment through the establishment of its Line of Duty Death Response Team (LODDRT), which has supported approximately 125 line-of-duty deaths, working collaboratively with peer supporters, chaplains, and survivor organizations.

Founder Dr. Nancy K. Bohl-Penrod has remained a dedicated presence at National Police Week in Washington, D.C. since 1998.

As public safety continues to evolve, TCTI remains at the forefront of innovation—offering telehealth counseling services, maintaining an extensive online Wellness Library, and partnering with First

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Responder Wellness to provide higher levels of care for substance use, trauma, anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress.

TCTI continues to set the standard in public safety behavioral health. Through trusted leadership, clinical excellence, and unwavering commitment, we stand prepared to support agencies and their personnel at every stage— making TCTI the premier choice for critical incident response, counseling, psychological testing, peer support, training, and executive consultation.

Pre-Employment Psychological Testing
It is of the utmost importance for public safety professionals to be free of mental health impairments and to possess the psychological stability necessary to successfully carry out the duties of their position.

Psychological screening of job candidates is an important component of the job screening process. Having well-trained and qualified psychologists to provide this service is crucial.

TCTI has been providing behavioral health services to public safety organizations for over 41 years. Our testing department has been performing comprehensive post-offer, pre-employment psychological evaluations for job candidates since the company’ s inception.

TCTI is ready and able to provide high quality psychological evaluations for job candidates. A detailed description of our services, timelines, and resources related to psychological testing follows. We currently serve a wide range of departments, from large cities to small local agencies. We have an established process for conducting evaluations, but we are also able to offer options that allow flexibility to meet the needs of each contract we serve.

Locations
TCTI’s primary office is in San Bernardino, and the bulk of testing and interview appointments are held there. We also have offices in San Diego, Temecula, and Irvine where interviews with candidates and some testing services can be held.

Evaluation Process
All psychological evaluations conducted by TCTI psychologists are in full compliance with the California Peace Officer’ s Standards and Training (POST) Psychological Screening Manual and all relevant and applicable legal mandates (i.e., GC 1031; POST Regulation 1055). Evaluations include screening for evidence of clinical impairment that may substantially interfere with job functioning as well as subclinical personality characteristics that may relate to poor job performance. Our team is happy to consult with departments that may have additional psychological suitability criteria specific to their work to determine ways to integrate such screening into our evaluation process for that department’ s candidates.

Our testing department is set up to handle a high volume of evaluations. We can accommodate between 150 evaluations per week, including testing and interview appointments. We can conduct additional evaluations ( about 20 more per week) when including evaluations that are conducted fully online.

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Scheduling
TCTI will provide the department with available appointment times for psychological evaluations, to include both the written testing and clinical oral interview.

Currently, TCTI administers the written psychological testing in the following locations:
1) San Bernardino: Monday through Friday
2) San Diego: Tuesday; Saturday
3) Irvine Office: Upon Request & Availability
4) Online: Upon Request & Availability
5) Onsite at Department: Upon Request & Availability
To schedule an appointment, please either email ([email protected]) or call 800-222-9691 x224) the Testing Department. The caller will be given options for times and locations of the next available testing appointments.

Following completion of the testing, the candidate will be scheduled for an interview with one of our psychologists. Candidates are offered dates, times, and locations to select, based on the availability of the psychologists’ conducting interviews. HIPAA compliant telehealth video interviews are an option ifthe Department approves this for their candidates.

Interviews with the psychologists will be scheduled within 5 working days following completion of the written testing. Same day appointments where the candidate completes the written testing and clinical interview all within one day are available on a limited basis.

Departments requesting same-day evaluation appointments will need to specify this at the time of scheduling as these appointments are limited due to the time constraints involved for both TCTI testing staff and the candidates completing the evaluation process.

Psychological Testing
Psychological testing is a vital part of the evaluation process. The written testing portion of the evaluation generally takes from 2 to 4 hours, but candidates are allowed up to 6 hours to complete all required tests and paperwork.

At the start of any testing session, the applicant is checked in by showing their government approved identification. They then complete all informed consent paperwork and fill out personal and employment history questionnaires. Candidates also fill out a Sentence Completion Form, which is a tool used by the psychologists to enhance testing and interview data.

POST requires that at least two written personality measures are given to each preemployment candidate. One of these tests must measure abnormal or pathological aspects of personality and one must measure typical aspects of personality or general personality traits.

TCTI has a history of using the MMPI as the measure of abnormal functioning, and either the 16PF or CPI as the instrument measuring typical personality traits. The tests we use all have the capacity to compare candidates not only to a generalized group of community members, but also to police, fire, or other public safety candidate groups. These job-specific comparisons improve upon the accuracy with which these tests can predict the likelihood of future job-relevant problems.

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If an agency has specific test requirements or preferred measures outside of those we currently use, a discussion of the pros and cons of alternative measures can be held to determine the best approach for your agency.

Supervised Remote Testing:

Supervised Remote Testing allows candidates to take the written assessment portion of the preemployment psychological evaluation in a location other than our testing offices, such as the candidate’ s home, a private office, or a space provided by the hiring department. All remote testing sessions are supervised and administered via HIPAA complaint teleconference platforms.

There are specific guidelines and requirements for Supervised Remote Testing. Candidates must use a desktop or laptop computer with camera and microphone enabled for videoconferencing and have a reliable internet connection. Candidates must be in a location that is quiet and free from distractions. Public locations are not acceptable. The space they are in will be both visible to the proctor and other candidates completing assessments during the entire session. Video surveillance is maintained by the proctor throughout the session.

Candidates are instructed to mute their audio, unless given directions from the proctor, to avoid distracting background noise. Candidates are provided with instruction on how to communicate with the proctor during the evaluation. Prior to starting the assessments, the candidates are required to upload a copy or show the proctor their government- issued photo ID clearly displaying their full name, photo and signature. Examples of acceptable ID are provided to the candidates ahead of time. Applicant Information, Vocational History and Disclosure & Informed Consent Statement forms are completed under the guidance and supervision of the proctor prior to starting the psychological assessments via secure testing applications.

Candidates must complete the evaluation in one session but are allowed a brief restroom break between psychological assessments. Our procedures meet all requirements specified by the state of California and POST.

Psychologist Interview
Upon completion of all paperwork and psychological testing, the candidate moves on to the interview portion of the evaluation. Clinical interviews occur within 5 business days of the completion of testing and are conducted by one of TCTI’s clinical psychologists who are well versed, through training and experience, in the interpretation of psychological testing instruments and in conducting occupationally mandated evaluations.

Prior to the interview the psychologist will review the background information provided by the department. POST states that the referring agency will furnish background information to the psychologist prior to the clinical interview. This information typically includes the background packet or narrative summary and polygraph results. The background information from the agency provides a crucial point of comparison to information provided by candidates during the testing and interview parts of the evaluation. This is vital for evaluating the accuracy of information provided by candidates and speaks strongly for (or against) their integrity throughout the evaluation process.

Clinical interviews with the psychologist typically last between 30 to 60 minutes and include a review of pertinent background and personal history information, inquiries related to any

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notable test findings, and questions related to mental health and psychiatric history or treatment and substance misuse. Per CA POST mandate, all interviews include an assessment of bias-based attitudes and traits per the Bias Assessment Framework. Interview questions asked are all compliant with relevant state and federal regulations (i.e., ADA, GINA, etc.).

In-person interviews can be held at any of our testing office locations. Virtual interviews are provided via HIPPA compliant platforms and are conducted in compliance with POST regulations. Whether in person or online, it is recommended the candidate dress in business attire for the interview.

Evaluation Outcomes
After integrating the test data, clinical interview impressions, and information from the documents provided by the Department, the psychologist will render an opinion regarding the candidate’ s psychological suitability for the position and duties as defined by the hiring agency.

TCTI will provide the POST approved Psychological Suitability Declaration, or the non-Post Psychological Suitability Declaration for non-POST positions, within 24-48 hours of completion of the candidate’ s oral interview. If needed, verbal recommendation of the candidate's psychological suitability can be relayed as soon as possible. In the case where medical records or other documents are pending, results may be delayed until records are received.

If requested by the Department, TCTI will provide a narrative report of the candidate’ s psychological suitability for the classification of the position for which they are applying within 5-7 working days of the candidate’ s clinical oral interview. The summary will clearly state the evidence, if any, of psychopathology suggested by the test battery and corroborated by the clinical interview and will mention the job-related impact of such findings.

Staffing
Our current testing team is comprised of our Evaluations Supervisor and Evaluation Coordinators who oversee the day- to-day operations of the Testing Department and serve as proctors for all psychological testing services. The psychology staff includes our contracted Testing Psychologists who conduct psychological evaluations for the department. Finally, our Director of Clinical and Research Development, who is a Licensed and Board-Certified Police and Public Safety Psychologist, provides training, education, and oversight for all contracted psychologists.

All psychological evaluations are conducted by one of TCTI’s clinical psychologists. Our team of psychologists are all well versed through training and experience in conducting general psychological evaluations as well as occupationally mandated evaluations. Each psychologist is licensed by the California Board of Psychology and has completed the education and training requirements to be listed as an approved POST Psychological Evaluator.

Contract Service and Maintenance
TCTI provides agencies with monthly reports that include a list of the applicants evaluated.

Reporting can be customized to fit the needs of the agency.

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TCTI Psychologists and Administrative Staff welcome the opportunity to meet with agency personnel periodically to discuss feedback, questions, trends and/ or changes in the needs of your agency. We understand the importance of communication with your department. Hearing your ideas, concerns, and needs is important for us to maintain our contractor/client relationship.

TCTI’s 41 years of success is attributed to being able to swiftly accommodate changes in legal or CA POST regulations. Our staff understands these needs and can promptly evolve, change and grow when necessary to meet them. We pride ourselves on the ability to communicate effectively and we make ourselves available to our clientele. Simply call or email our offices to speak with us about your request or requirements and we can plan for any accommodation.

Confidentiality and File Maintenance
We maintain digital candidate evaluation files that can only be accessed by the Testing Staff and the evaluating psychologist. Files and records are stored and maintained in accordance with federal and state laws and California Board of Psychology ethical requirements.

Knowledge of Employment Related Laws
TCTI conducts training for all employees related to Americans with Disabilities Act, Fair Employment and Housing Act, Vocational Rehabilitation Act, Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Pregnancy Discrimination Act, Civil Rights Act and other applicable employment laws. Additionally, TCTI follows these laws and updates our training regularly to be in compliance with the law. TCTI has worked with both California Peace Officer Standards and Training and Standards and Training for Corrections for many years, and we are extremely familiar with their requirements.

CCW Evaluation
TCTI provides comprehensive CCW Evaluations of community members as part of the concealed carry permit process. TCTI conducts these evaluations on behalf of the law enforcement agencies with whom we contract. The CCW evaluation consists of reviewing background information provided by the law enforcement agency regarding the permit applicant, psychological testing, and a clinical interview with a licensed psychologist. TCTI will provide a report to the law enforcement agency regarding the applicant’ s emotional stability and safety to carry a concealed weapon.

Fitfor Duty Exams (Exception)
Our organization is committed to supporting the health, resilience, and professional well- being of public safety personnel and first responder agencies. To ensure the highest ethical standards and protect the integrity of the services we provide, our team offers pre-hire evaluations and support services only and does not conduct Fitness for Duty Evaluations.

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Philosophy and Ethical Standards
The Counseling Team International is guided by a philosophy that prioritizes compassion, integrity, and evidence-based care in supporting the mental health and resilience of first responders and public safety professionals. Our ethical standards emphasize strict confidentiality, cultural competence, and respect for the unique experiences of those we serve.

Our Clinicians are committed to maintaining professional excellence through ongoing training and adherence to established psychological guidelines, while fostering trust, peer support, and psychological safety. Above all, our approach centers on empowering individuals and organizations to navigate stress, trauma, and personal challenges with dignity and strength.

Security Breach Disclosure Statement
The Counseling Team International maintains a strong commitment to the security and confidentiality of all client and organizational information. To date, The Counseling Team International has not experienced any security breaches, unauthorized access incidents, or data compromises within its systems or operations.

We employ comprehensive administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect sensitive information and ensure compliance with applicable privacy and data protection standards. Our ongoing risk management practices, staff training, and system monitoring protocols are designed to proactively prevent, detect, and respond to potential security threats.

The Counseling Team International remains dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of information security and data integrity in all aspects of our services.

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Our Clinical Testing Psychologists are:

Nancy Ryba Panza, PhD is a Board-Certified Police and Public Safety Psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with first responders. Her educational background includes BS and MA degrees from Towson University and a PhD in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in Psychology and Law from the University of Alabama. Dr. Panza spent four years as an Assistant Professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York City and 16 years as a Professor at California State University, Fullerton.

After 20 years in academia, Dr. Panza moved into the private sector as Director of Clinical Research and Development for the family of companies that includes First Responder Wellness, The Counseling Team International, and Shift Wellness.

Dr. Panza’ s clinical work and research has focused on criminal forensic assessment and police and public safety psychology. Dr. Panza has worked within county, state, and federal correctional facilities, providing clinical and forensic services for juvenile and adult offenders and has provided clinical and consulting services for public safety agencies across the US and internationally. She has a great passion for promoting modern policing practices and supporting the health and well-being of all first responders.

Maura Kane, Psy.D. is a Licensed Clinical Forensic Psychologist (PSY 29766). She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from California State University, San Bernardino, and a Master of Arts and Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) in Clinical Forensic Psychology from Alliant International University. She completed her post-doctoral fellowship with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division’ s Behavioral Sciences Unit focusing on criminal investigative analysis, threat assessment and management related to public officials, criminal trial preparation, and case analysis. Dr. Kane has testified and qualified as an expert witness in Forensic Psychology and Pathway to Targeted Violence and has participated in case preparation and research on capital murder death penalty cases. Dr. Kane worked as an Occupational Psychologist with the City of Los Angeles’ Medical Services Division, where she ran the Citywide Threat Assessment Team (CTAT) and Workplace Violence Prevention team performing workplace violence assessments. Dr. Kane is the founder and owner of One Asterisk Consulting, Inc., a consulting firm that provides training and continuing education for public officials, municipal government, and law enforcement. She is a trainer for the Technical Training for Clerks program at the University of California Riverside where she conducts seminars for municipal clerks. Along with her assessment and consulting work, Dr. Kane provides psychological treatment at several locked in-patient facilities housing individuals with severe mental illness. Dr. Kane enjoys assessments and pre- employment testing. She is skilled in conducting individual and group therapy focusing on the rehabilitation and reintegration of mentally ill individuals back into the community, as well as providing treatment to veterans. Dr. Kane’ s dissertation and research focuses on past and current attacks and threats on public officials and how that information can be used to better prepare for future events. She is a member of the Association of Threat Assessment Professionals. Dr. Kane is married to a Sergeant with the Riverside Sheriff' s Department and she was also a former dispatcher. She will serve clients for The Counseling Team International out of our offices located in Murrieta, San Bernardino and in San Diego.

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Ryan E. Solomon, Psy.D, spent several years working with Los Angeles County’ s Department of Mental Health in partnership and collaboration with LAPD’ s Mental Evaluation Unit. As a certified LAPD instructor and crisis responder, Dr. Solomon played a prominent role promoting mental health awareness to patrol officers within the department, as well as providing mental health crisis intervention and response to community members. LAPD’ s Mental Evaluation Unit has received worldwide recognition for its contributions to community policing and the field of Forensic Mental Health. Dr.

Solomon is currently working out of our Irvine office location.

Tim Verna, Psy.D, a dedicated licensed clinical psychologist licensed under PSY 26397, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his role at The Counseling Team International (TCTI) in San Bernardino, California. With a Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University and a background in Human Services from the University of Phoenix, Verna has honed his skills through various professional endeavors. From conducting clinical interviews and psycho-diagnostic testing at Federal Correctional Institution Terminal Island to providing psychological interventions to state-confined inmates at California Institution for Men, his career has been marked by a commitment to serving diverse populations. Verna's extensive law enforcement background, including roles as a Police Officer/Hostage Negotiator at Redondo Beach Police Department and a Field Agent/Prosecutions Agent with the United States Border Patrol, has equipped him with a unique perspective on crisis intervention and mental health evaluations. Moreover, his teaching experiences in post-trauma management and stress management for law enforcement agencies underscore his dedication to training and supporting those in high-stress professions. As a published author and member of professional associations such as the American Psychological Association and the California Association of Hostage Negotiators, Dr. Verna continues to make significant contributions to the field of psychology and law enforcement. Dr. Verna currently provides pre-employment psychological evaluations out of our San Bernardino office.

Richard Zumwalt, Psy.D., is an accomplished neuropsychologist and police psychologist based in Huntington Beach, CA. He holds a doctoral degree in Psychology from Northcentral University, with expertise inforensic and police psychology. With nearly two decades of experience as a police officer, including roles in special units, Dr. Zumwalt continued his neuropsychology practice and founded Zumwalt Neuropsychology. His practice specializes in pre employment evaluations for public safety, fitness for duty assessments, and therapy. Dr. Zumwalt also instructs at California State University Long Beach and Law Enforcement Training Solutions, contributing significantly to the fields of neuropsychology and police psychology. He holds various certifications, including as a POST approved Police Psychological Evaluator, and is an active member of professional associations like the International Neuropsychological Society. Dr. Zumwalt's multifaceted career reflects his dedication to enhancing the well- being and performance of public safety professionals. Dr. Zumwalt is currently working out of our San Bernardino and Irvine office locations. All of our Clinical Psychologists who conduct pre-employment psychological screenings have over five (5) years of experience and are available to conduct clinical psychological interviews for applicants for the City of Delano.

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CURRICULUM VITAE

MAURAKANE

THE COUNSELING TEAM INTERNATIONAL ( TCTI)
1881 Business Center Drive, Ste. 11
San Bernardino, Ca 92408
800- 222- 9691 24-Hr.

PROFESSIONAL LICENSE
PSY 29766

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
2015 Psy.D. – Clinical Forensic Psychology, Alliant International University, Irvine, CA 2013 M.A. - Clinical Forensic Psychology, Alliant International University, Irvine, CA 2006 B.A.- Criminal Justice, California State University, San Bernardino, CA

PROFESSIONALEXPERIENCE
2021 to
Present
Psychological Testing for Background Investigators
Riverside Sheriff’ s Department, Riverside Ca
2016 to
Present
One Asterisk Consulting, Inc.

Founder/President
Consulting firm devoted to protecting public officials, employees, and organizations through the education and understanding of targeted violence, threat recognition, and mental illness.
2018 to
Present
Foothill Psychological Services, Inc.

Director of Skilled Nursing Services/ Licensed Clinical Forensic Psychologist Supervising all on-site clinicians, organizing and coordinating all facility related needs and contracts, and providing on-site psychotherapy services to residents of in patient and long- term care facilities.
2014 to
Present
Maureen Kane & Associates
Associate/ Trainer
Consulting firm specializing in personal and professional development for municipal government and non-profit organizations with a focus on emerging topics and latest skill training.
2018 to 2021 City of Los Angeles, Medical Services Division Occupational Psychologist, Workplace Violence Prevention Program Perform workplace violence assessments in coordination with other members of the Citywide Threat Assessment (CTAT), responsible for data tracking and follow up on workplace violence cases, conduct trainings and education for city departments.

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Provide behavioral health support to city departments and first responders. 2018 to
2020
Haven Psychological Services
Licensed Clinical Forensic Psychologist
Private practice group consisting of over 20 clinicians who serve individuals with a variety of psychological and relationship difficulties. 2015 to 2016 South Carolina State Law Enforcement: Behavioral Sciences Unit Post- Doctoral Intern
State Behavioral Sciences unite made up of three certified criminal profilers focusing on criminal investigative analysis, threat assessment and management of public officials, criminal trail preparation, and case analysis. 2015 to 2016 LifeSource, HealthCare Management Services Clinical Psychologist Intern
Psychiatric and psychotherapy company that provides onsite psychiatric medication management and psychotherapy services to residents of long-term care facilities, independent living communities, behavioral health centers, hospitals and behavioral health agencies through North and South Carolina.
2014 to
2015
Riverside Behavioral Health Care Center
Pre-Doctoral Intern
In-patient treatment facility for the severe and chronic mentally ill between the ages of 18-64.
2013 to
2014
Sylmar Health and Rehabilitation Center
Practicum, Psychology Extern in Forensic Unit
In-patient facility, serving long-term male and female patients with severe mental illness and disorders; population also includes individuals of crimes, found incompetent to stand trial, and registered sexual offenders. 2012 to
2013
Community Care Center
Practicum, Psychology Extern
In-patient program, serving long- term adult male and female patient with severe mental illness.
2007 to
2008
Riverside County Sheriff’ s Department
Sheriff Communications Officer II
Dispatch communications centers handle emergency 9-1-1 calls for services, as well as non- emergency and allied agency calls, and services range from in-progress crimes to non-emergency calls. Responsibilities include dispatching patrol units and specialized units.

VOLUNTEER WORK
2015 to
Present
Law Enforcement Appreciation Committee (LEAC)
Past Chair-Secretary
A non- profit board comprised of officers from agencies throughout Riverside

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County, public officials, business and community representatives who volunteer their time to plan an annual ceremony and dinner in order to recognize the men and women of public safety.
2017 to
Present
Leadership Riverside: Greater Riverside Chamber of Commerce Aprogram focused on developing the next generation of active leaders for Riverside.

Decision-makers of local businesses, government agencies, non-profit organizations, schools, and universities participate in a 10-month program devoted to key regional issues at locations throughout Riverside. Graduates of Leadership Riverside go on to contribute to Riverside’s economic and cultural variety. 2017 to
2019
Parkview Community Hospital Foundation Board
Board Member
Anon-profit board created to attract philanthropic support for the only non-profit community hospital in Riverside. The Foundation helps support the vital need for growth and for the long-term expansion of Parkview Community Hospital Medical Center.

FORENSIC EXPERIENCE
2015 Spartanburg County Solicitors Office: 7th District South Carolina v. Smith – Triple Homicide death penalty case South Carolina v. O’ Sheilds – Homicide death penalty case 2015 Laurens County Solicitors Office: 8th District
South Carolina v. Brown – Double homicide death penalty case

TRAININGS
2017 Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

PROFESSIONALAFFILIATIONS
2014 –
Present
Association of Threat Assessment Professionals ( ATAP)

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Tim J. Verna, Psy.D.

License Number PSY 26397
Summary Education and experience directed toward diagnosis and treatment of patients with moderate to severe psychiatric disorders. Specialize in crisis therapy and interventions with first responders/ military personnel and inmate populations
Education Doctor of Psychology, 2010
American School of Professional Psychology/ Argosy University, Orange County, Ca APA Accredited
Bachelor of Science, Human Services, 2003
University of Phoenix, Fountain Valley, Ca
License Psychologist PSY 26397 California
Specialized Experience Certified Critical Incident Stress Debriefings ( ICISF) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR)
Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD
California Welfare and Institution Code Committals ( 5150 WIC) FBI Certified Hostage NegotiatorPolice Academy Recruit Trainer (Psychological Subjects in Policing) Work Experience California Department of Corrections 701 Scofield Av. Wasco Ca. 93280 Wasco State Prison/ Contract Psychologist for 12/ 2018/- Current Astrya Global, San Diego Ca.

Psychiatric inpatient treatment/ crisis intervention with severely mentally ill inmates in the California penal system. Duties include providing acute psychiatric treatment in the Correctional Treatment Center ( inpatient hospital) as a member of the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team. Crisis intervention specialist to assess, diagnose and refer inmates experiencing an acute/ chronic crisis ( danger to self/ others/ gravely disabled) to a higher level of care pending resolution of the crisis. Mental health liaison with law enforcement personnel.

Yuma County Sheriff’ s Office 141 S. Third Av. Yuma Az. 85364 Psychological Consultant 08/ 2017- Current
Post-incident critical stress debriefings with officers/ civilian staff. Assess and process critical event circumstances using group/ individual sessions. Provide information/ education to command staff regarding personnel readiness for return to duty.

Crisis Care Network 4115 Ayrshire Dr. S.W. Wyoming Mi.
49418 Psychological Consultant 06/ 2014- 10/ 2023
Critical incident stress debriefings with organizations that have experienced the death or traumatic victimization of an organizational member( s). Consult with organizational leadership in constructing an environment conducive to mental health recovery after catastrophic events.

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Foothills Psychological Services 13193 Central Av. STE 200 Chino, Ca. 91710 Clinical Psychologist 06/ 2014- 12/ 2019
Individual/ relationship/ group therapy in an outpatient setting. Specialize in working with first responders/ military personnel and family members. DSM V disorders treated: PTSD, substance abuse, anxiety and depression. Provide psychiatric interventions at sub- acute facilities as part of multidisciplinary team.

The Counseling Team International 1881 Business Ctr Dr. San Bernardino Ca. 92408 Psychological Assistant- Post Doctorate 12/ 2018-Current Critical incident stress debriefings with contracted law enforcement and fire agencies. Cofacilitated POST critical incident stress retreat/ seminar for law enforcement personnel.

Individual, couples and family therapy for emergency services employees/ families. Host academy instructor of psychologically related topics for police academy recruits, SWAT, and command staff.

Federal Correctional Institution Terminal Island 1299 Seaside Dr. San Pedro Ca 90731 APA Accredited Internship 09/ 2008- 09/ 2009
Clinical interviews, psycho- diagnostic testing, individual/ group psychotherapy, and suicide risk assessments with federal corrections inmates. Authored daily clinical reports related to inmate’ s degree of psychological functioning. Performed medication check- ins to ensure compliance and efficacy of psychopharmacological interventions.

Redondo Beach Police Department 401 Diamond St. Redondo Beach Ca 90277 Police Officer/ Hostage Negotiator 05/ 1991- 01/ 2008
Enforced California Penal, Vehicle, Health/ Safety, and Welfare and Institutions laws. Member of the Hostage Negotiation Team. Developed and implemented quarterly mental health training related to hostage and crisis interventions. Mental health evaluations regarding involuntary commitments under 5150 of the Welfare and Institutions code. Liaison between law enforcement and mental health community
Notable Critical Incident Debriefings
Manhunt on the Mountain”: Christopher Dorner Shooting San Bernardino Ca.

San Bernardino Ca. Terror Attack
Las Vegas Strip Shooting
COVID 19 Debriefing of at-Risk Employees ( Southern California) Professional Associations American Psychological Association Division 12 Clinical Psychology

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Evaluator Details
Name Nancy Panza
License Number 23084 Verify
License
Date Evaluator
Began Screening
Candidates
8/1/2015
CPE Credit Hours 106. 75
Address 2111 Business Center Drive
Suite 210
City Irvine
State California
Zip 92831
Phone Number 657- 278- 5904
Fax
Email nancy. panza@frhealth. com
Website http:// nancyrpanza. weebly. com/
Resume/CV
The evaluator has provided a resume or curriculum vitae ( CV) to POST. You may click the link below to download the resume. POST does not verify the information for accuracy.

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Continuing Professional
Education Compliance
Mandated CPE Course( s)
Course Title Completion
Date
POST Peace Ofcer Psychological Screening
Manual Book- Based Exam
5/29/2019
Mandated CPE Hours
Past cycles
Compliance
Cycle
Required
Hours
Completed Required
Hours?
8/1/2015-
8/31/2015

0.5 yes
9/1/2015-
8/31/2017
12 yes
9/1/2017-
8/31/2019
12 yes
9/1/2019-
8/31/2021
12 yes
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9/1/2021-
8/31/2023
12 yes
9/1/2023-
8/31/2025
12 yes
Upcoming cycle
Ending Date Required Hours Completed Hours
8/31/2027 12 0
CPE Courses Completed
The psychological evaluator has completed the following courses for continuing psychological evaluator education credit.

Course Title Provider Name Date CPE
Hours
Preparation for Board
Certication in Police &
Public Safety
Psychology
American Board of
Professional
Psychology
5/27/2015 6
Using the MMPI- 2-RF in
Police & Public Safety
Evaluations
American Board of
Professional
Psychology
5/28/2015 6
Evidence- Based Report
Writing Using The
MMPI- 2-RF Police
Candidate Interpretive
Report
Mindset
Continuing
Education
9/9/2016 6
SPCP 2016 - Sensitivity,
Specicity, and Base
Society for Police
and Criminal
9/28/2016 1.25
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Rates: Getting Realistic
About Psychological
Tests and Measures in
Police Psychology
Psychology
SPCP)
SPCP 2016 -
Comparison of Law
Enforcement PEPE
Candidates With and
Without Combat
Experience on the
MMPI- 2 and PAI
Society for Police
and Criminal
Psychology
SPCP)
9/28/2016 0.25
SPCP 2016 - IPI-2
Critical Items and
Predicted Termination
Society for Police
and Criminal
Psychology
SPCP)
9/28/2016 0.25
SPCP 2017 - The Value
in Evaluating and
Developing Emotionally
Intelligent Behaviors of
Protective Services
Personnel
SPCP 2017
Annual
Conference
9/15/2017 0.25
SPCP 2017 - Screening
Proles and Vicarious
Trauma of First
Responders, Police,
Chiefs, and Fireghters
SPCP 2017
Annual
Conference
9/15/2017 0.75
SPCP 2017 -
Resistance to change?
Start at the top!
SPCP 2017
Annual
Conference
9/15/2017 0.25
SPCP 2017 - Diversity
Hiring: Trends,
Psychological
Measures, and
Approaches to
Recruiting
SPCP 2017
Annual
Conference
9/15/2017 0.25
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SPCP 2017 -
Considering Executive
Functioning in Police
Ofcers
SPCP 2017
Annual
Conference
9/15/2017 0.25
SPCP 2017 - Adverse
Impact Analysis of the
MMPI- 2-RF Police
Candidate Interpretive
Report ( PCIR)
SPCP 2017
Annual
Conference
9/16/2017 0.75
Trauma Awareness ( 2
hour course)
Ce4Less. com 9/29/2017 2
Understanding the
Impact of Trauma ( 1
hour course)
Ce4Less. com 9/29/2017 1
Conducting SecondOpinion Preemployment
Psychological
Evaluations of Police
and other Public Safety
Candidates
Mindset
Continuing
Education
6/16/2018 6
POST Peace Ofcer
Psychological
Screening Manual
Book-Based Exam
Commission on
POST
5/29/2019 8
Case Demonstrations
Using the MMPI- 2-RF
Police Candidate
Interpretive Report
PCIR)
Pearson 11/20/2019 1.5
Assessing Police &
Other Public Safety
Personnel Using the
MMPI- 2-RF book- based
exam
MMPI Workshops
Symposium,
sponsored by
Kent State
University and
5/14/2020 9
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University of
Minnesota Press
Evaluations of Police
Suitability and Fitness
for Duty

CONCEPT
Summer Training
Institute ( Palo Alto
University)
6/15/2020 7
Improving Use of the
POST Psychological
Screening Dimensions
in Pre-Employment
Psychological
Evaluations

CONCEPT
Continuing and
Professional
Studies ( Palo Alto
University)
6/16/2020 4
IACP 2020 -
Psychology in the
Service of Cultural
Competence in Law
Enforcement:

Consultation,
Operations,
Intervention, and
Assessment
IACP - PPSS 10/21/2020 1
IACP 2020 -
Collaboration as Best
Practice in Hiring and
Retention: Perspectives
from a polygrapher,
psychologist,
background,
commander and chief
IACP - PPSS 10/21/2020 1
IACP 2020 - Legal
Update: Police
Psychological Services
Section 2020
IACP - PPSS 10/21/2020 1
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Predictions of Police
Ofcer Performance
Using the MMPI- 3
IACP - PPSS 10/22/2020 1
IACP 2020 -
Assessment of
Counterproductive Work
Behaviors in Police and
Other Public Safety
Employees
IACP - PPSS 10/22/2020 1
IACP 2020 - Local
Norms in a Police
Applicant Sample:

Expanding Multicultural
Considerations in an
Urban Sample
IACP - PPSS 10/23/2020 1
ABPPSP: Ethical
Dilemmas and Complex
Relationships in Police
Public Safety
Psychology

CONCEPT
Continuing &
Professional
Studies ( Palo Alto
University)
6/28/2021 7
Preparation for Board
Certication in Police &
Public Safety
Psychology

CONCEPT
Continuing &
Professional
Studies ( Palo Alto
University)
9/22/2021 3
SPCP 2021 - Session 1
Advancements in
Protective Services
Assessment ( virtual)
Society for Police
and Criminal
Psychology
9/30/2021 0.5
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Considerations in
Police & Public Safety
Selection ( virtual)
Society for Police
and Criminal
Psychology
9/30/2021 1
IACP 2021 - The Hues
of Blue: Working
Towards Cultural
Competence in Support
of Policing ( Virtual)
IACP - PPSS 10/4/2021 1.25
IACP 2021 - Legal
Update: Police
Psychological Services
Section 2021 ( Virtual
Only)
IACP - PPSS 10/4/2021 1.25
IACP 2021 -
Investigating the
Prevalence of Bias in
the Public Safety
Applicant Population
Virtual Only)
IACP - PPSS 10/5/2021 1
ABPP - Police and
Public Safety
Psychology Specialty
Certication
American Board of
Professional
Psychology
9/14/2022 10
SPCP 2024 - Session
12: Police Wellness and
Leadership
Development -
Experimenting a
selection and skills
development support
tool for police
candidates
Society for Police
and Criminal
Psychology
Annual
Conference
9/27/2024 0.25
SPCP 2024 - Session 8:

Cross- cultural Panel -
Society for Police
and Criminal
9/27/2024 1
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Law Enforcement
Selection: Diversity &
Inclusion
Psychology
Annual
Conference
SPCP 2024 - Session
15: What would you do?
Problem- solving real life
ethical dilemmas in
Police Psychology
Society for Police
and Criminal
Psychology
Annual
Conference
9/28/2024 1.25
ABPPSP: Cultural
Diversity and
Competence in Police
and Public Safety
Psychology

CONCEPT
Continuing &
Professional
Studies ( Palo Alto
University)
12/10/2024 3.5
Assessing Police and
Other Public Safety
Personnel With the
MMPI- 3: A Practical
Guide book- based
exam

MMPI/ MPQ
Workshops &
Symposium,
sponsored by
Kent State
University and
coordinated by the
University of
Minnesota Press
5/19/2025 9
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Evaluator Details
Name Maura Kane
License Number 29766 Verify
License
Date Evaluator Began
Screening Candidates
9/1/2021
CPE Credit Hours 44
Address 31566 Railroad Canyon
Road
Ste 2 PMB 1028
City Canyon Lake
State California
Zip 92587
Phone Number
Fax
Email
Website
Continuing Professional
Education Compliance
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Mandated CPE Course(s)
Course Title Completion
Date
POST Peace Ofcer Psychological Screening
Manual Book- Based Exam
9/19/2021
Mandated CPE Hours
Past cycles
Compliance Cycle Required
Hours
Completed Required
Hours?
9/1/2021- 12/29/2021 2 yes
12/30/2021-
12/29/2023
12 yes
12/30/2023-
12/29/2025
12 yes
Upcoming cycle
Ending Date Required Hours Completed Hours
12/29/2027 12 0
CPE Courses Completed
The psychological evaluator has completed the following courses for continuing psychological evaluator education credit.
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Course Title Provider
Name
Date CPE
Hours
Second- Opinion
Psychological Evaluations
Process of Law
Enforcement Candidates
Mindset
Continuing
Education
8/21/2018 3
Essentials of the
Psychological FitnessFor-Duty Evaluations for
Police Psychologists
Mindset
Continuing
Education
8/21/2018 3
POST Peace Ofcer
Psychological Screening
Manual Book- Based Exam
Commission on
POST
9/19/2021 8
IACP 2023 -
Contemporary and
Emerging Science and
Practice in High- Stakes
Employment Screening
and Selection: Special
Topics ( e.g., Assessing
Bias, Extremism, Social
Media)
IACP - PPSS 10/14/2023 1.25
IACP 2023 - Preemployment Psychological
Evaluations on Gen Z
Candidates
IACP - PPSS 10/14/2023 1.25
IACP 2023 - Introducing
the Multidimensional
Personality Questionnaire
MPQ) Police
Preemployment
Interpretive Report
IACP - PPSS 10/15/2023 1.25
IACP 2023 - Does
Psychological Testing of
IACP - PPSS 10/15/2023 1.25
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Recruit Candidates
Actually Distinguish
Between the Best and the
Rest?
ABPPSP: Assessing Bias
in Police & Other Public
Safety Candidates

CONCEPT
Continuing &
Professional
Studies ( Palo
Alto University)
12/10/2023 4
AAFP: Evaluation of Police
Candidate Suitability

CONCEPT
Continuing &
Professional
Studies ( Palo
Alto University)
12/10/2023 3
Improving Use of the
POST Psychological
Screening Dimensions in
Pre-Employment
Psychological Evaluations

CONCEPT
Continuing and
Professional
Studies ( Palo
Alto University)
12/16/2023 4
Using the MMPI- 2-RF in
Public Safety Personnel
Evaluations ( online)
ConCEPT
Professional
Training at Palo
Alto University
12/22/2025 10
AAFP: Introduction to
MMPI- 3 for Forensic
Psychologists

CONCEPT
Continuing &
Professional
Studies ( Palo
Alto University)
12/23/2025 4
Add Completed CPE Training to Existing Prole
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Evaluator Details
Name Ryan Solomon
License Number 26196 Verify
License
Date Evaluator Began
Screening Candidates
10/1/2016
CPE Credit Hours 77
Address
City Los Angeles
State CA
Zip 90012
Phone Number
Fax
Email
Website
Continuing Professional
Education Compliance
Mandated CPE Course(s)
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Course Title Completion
Date
POST Peace Ofcer Psychological Screening
Manual Book- Based Exam
10/22/2016
Mandated CPE Hours
Past cycles
Compliance Cycle Required
Hours
Completed Required
Hours?
10/1/2016-
4/30/2017

3.5 yes
5/1/2017- 4/30/2019 12 yes
5/1/2019- 4/30/2021 12 yes
5/1/2021- 4/30/2023 12 yes
5/1/2023- 4/30/2025 12 yes
Upcoming cycle
Ending Date Required Hours Completed Hours
4/30/2027 12 0
CPE Courses Completed
The psychological evaluator has completed the following courses for continuing psychological evaluator education credit.
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Course Title Provider Name Date CPE
Hours
POST Peace Ofcer
Psychological
Screening Manual
Book- Based Exam
Commission on
POST
10/22/2016 8
Legal, Ethical, and
Cultural Considerations
for Conducting Peace
Ofcer Preemployment
Psychological
Screenings
Mindset
Continuing
Education
11/18/2016 6
Evidence- Based
Screening of Police
Candidates Using the
MMPI- 2-RF: A
Comprehensive
Workshop
AAFP 2/12/2017 4
Assessing PTSD in
Public Safety
Employment Applicants
City of Los
Angeles,
Personnel
Department,
Medical Services
Division,
Psychology
Section
8/3/2017 3
Psychological FitnessFor-Duty Evaluations
For Police and Public
Safety Positions
Mindset
Continuing
Education
4/21/2018 6
Interviewing to
Minimize Deceit in
Public Safety
Employment Applicants
City of Los
Angeles,
Personnel Dept.,
Medical Services
Division,
8/2/2018 6
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Psychology
Section
Evaluations of Police
Suitability and Fitness
for Duty

CONCEPT
Summer Training
Institute ( Palo Alto
University)
4/26/2021 7
Second- Opinion
Psychological
Evaluations Process of
Law Enforcement
Candidates
Mindset
Continuing
Education
4/26/2021 3
Essentials of the
Psychological FitnessFor-Duty Evaluations
for Police Psychologists
Mindset
Continuing
Education
4/26/2021 3
Assessing Bias in
Police & Other Public
Safety Candidates

CONCEPT
Continuing &
Professional
Studies ( Palo Alto
University)
2/11/2022 4
ABPPSP: Ethical
Dilemmas and Complex
Relationships in Police
Public Safety
Psychology

CONCEPT
Continuing &
Professional
Studies ( Palo Alto
University)
3/28/2023 7
ABPPSP: Police Use of
Force: What
Psychologists Need To
Know

CONCEPT
Continuing &
Professional
Studies ( Palo Alto
University)
3/29/2023 4
AAFP: Introduction to
MMPI- 3 for Forensic
Psychologists

CONCEPT
Continuing &
Professional
3/30/2023 4
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Studies ( Palo Alto
University)
AAFP: Evaluation of
Fitness for Duty:

Foundations and
Methods

CONCEPT
Continuing &
Professional
Studies ( Palo Alto
University)
2/19/2025 6
Improving Use of the
POST Psychological
Screening Dimensions
in Pre-Employment
Psychological
Evaluations

CONCEPT
Continuing and
Professional
Studies ( Palo Alto
University)
2/19/2025 4
AAFP: Using
Psychological and
Forensic Assessment
Instruments with
Diverse Populations

CONCEPT
Continuing &
Professional
Studies ( Palo Alto
University)
2/24/2025 2
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Evaluator Details
Name Timothy Verna
License Number 26397 Verify
License
Date Evaluator Began
Screening Candidates
8/4/2017
CPE Credit Hours 51.5
Address
City Lake Forest
State California
Zip 92630
Phone Number
Fax
Email PRIVATE
Website Mailing address:

Resume/CV
The evaluator has provided a resume or curriculum vitae ( CV) to POST. You may click the link below to download the resume. POST does not verify the information for accuracy.

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Continuing Professional
Education Compliance
Mandated CPE Course( s)
Course Title Completion
Date
POST Peace Ofcer Psychological Screening
Manual Book- Based Exam
4/21/2022
Mandated CPE Hours
Past cycles
Compliance Cycle Required
Hours
Completed Required
Hours?
8/4/2017-
12/31/2017

2.5 yes
1/1/2018-
12/31/2019
12 yes
1/1/2020-
12/31/2021
12 yes
1/1/2022-
12/31/2023
12 yes
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1/1/2024-
12/31/2025
12 yes
Upcoming cycle
Ending Date Required Hours Completed Hours
12/31/2027 12 0
CPE Courses Completed
The psychological evaluator has completed the following courses for continuing psychological evaluator education credit.

Course Title Provider Name Date CPE
Hours
Essentials of MMPI- 2
Assessment
CE4less. com 5/15/2021 12
Trauma Awareness ( 2
hour course)
Ce4Less. com 12/28/2021 2
Understanding the
Impact of Trauma ( 2
hour course)
CE4less 12/28/2021 2
POST Peace Ofcer
Psychological
Screening Manual
Book- Based Exam
Commission on
POST
4/21/2022 8
Second- Opinion
Psychological
Evaluations Process of
Law Enforcement
Candidates
Mindset
Continuing
Education
4/23/2022 3
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Improving Use of the
POST Psychological
Screening Dimensions
in Pre-Employment
Psychological
Evaluations

CONCEPT
Continuing and
Professional
Studies ( Palo Alto
University)
2/28/2023 4
DSM- 5-TR: A
Comprehensive
Overview
CE4less 4/10/2023 3
AAFP: Evaluation of
Police Candidate
Suitability

CONCEPT
Continuing &
Professional
Studies ( Palo Alto
University)
8/13/2024 3
PTSD: Neurological
Associations With
Impaired DecisionMaking Among Police
Ofcers
Mindset
Continuing
Education
11/18/2024 3
AAFP: Introduction to
MMPI- 3 for Forensic
Psychologists

CONCEPT
Continuing &
Professional
Studies ( Palo Alto
University)
1/21/2025 4
California Law and
Professional Ethics
CA05B
CE4less 3/23/2025 2
ABPPSP: Cultural
Diversity and
Competence in Police
and Public Safety
Psychology

CONCEPT
Continuing &
Professional
Studies ( Palo Alto
University)
10/6/2025 3.5
Implicit Bias:

Awareness and
CE4Less 10/13/2025 2
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Management for Mental
Health Professionals
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Evaluator Details
Name Richard Zumwalt
License Number 31703 Verify
License
Date Evaluator
Began Screening
Candidates
3/23/2020
CPE Credit Hours 40.25
Address 21062 Brookhurst St
Suite 201
City Huntington Beach
State CA
Zip 92646
Phone Number
Fax
Email
Website https:// premier1stresponder. com
Continuing Professional
Education Compliance
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Mandated CPE Course(s)
Course Title Completion
Date
POST Peace Ofcer Psychological Screening
Manual Book- Based Exam
3/30/2020
Mandated CPE Hours
Past cycles
Compliance Cycle Required
Hours
Completed Required
Hours?
3/23/2020-
3/23/2022
12 yes
3/24/2022-
3/23/2024
12 yes
Upcoming cycle
Ending Date Required Hours Completed Hours
3/23/2026 12 0
CPE Courses Completed
The psychological evaluator has completed the following courses for continuing psychological evaluator education credit.
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Course Title Provider Name Date CPE
Hours
Using the MMPI- 2-RF in
Public Safety Personnel
Evaluations ( June 2019)
ConCEpt
Professional
Training
6/18/2019 7
SPCP 2019 - 2018- 19
Psychologists' Survey:

Perceptions of Changing
Police/ Public Safety
Applicant Pool & Agency
Entrance Standards
2019 SPCP
Annual
Conference
9/23/2019 0.25
SPCP 2019 - A Dynamic
Duo: ABPP’ s Board
Certication in Police &
Public Safety Psychology
and SPCP’ s Diplomate in
Police Psychology
2019 SPCP
Annual
Conference
9/23/2019 0.25
SPCP 2019 - Predictive
Power of personality
types and levels in PreEmployment Evaluations
2019 SPCP
Annual
Conference
9/23/2019 0.25
SPCP 2019 - The Effect
of Community Evaluators
on the Selection of EntryLevel Police Ofcers
2019 SPCP
Annual
Conference
9/23/2019 0.25
SPCP 2019 - To Be
Essential or Not to Be
Essential: That is the
Question
2019 SPCP
Annual
Conference
9/23/2019 0.25
POST Peace Ofcer
Psychological Screening
Manual Book- Based
Exam
Commission on
POST
3/30/2020 8
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AAFP: Evaluation of
Fitness for Duty:

Foundations and Methods

CONCEPT
Continuing &
Professional
Studies ( Palo
Alto University)
8/22/2021 6
ABPPSP: Evaluations of
Police Suitability and
Fitness for Duty

CONCEPT
continuing &
professional
studies ( Palo Alto
University)
1/21/2023 8
Minimizing Bias in
Forensic Decision Making
Concept
Continuing and
Professional
Studies ( Palo
Alto University)
2/26/2024 10
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15 City of Chula Vista Agreement No.: 2026- 250
Consultant Name: The Counseling Team International Rev. 6.4.2026

EXHIBIT D

General Liability:

Including products and
completed operations,
personal and
advertising injury
general aggregate limit must apply
separately to this Agreement or the
twice the required occurrence limit
Additional Insured Endorsement
or Blanket AI Endorsement for
City*
Waiver of Recovery Endorsement
Insurance Services Office Form
CG 00 01
Must be primary and must not
exclude Products/ Completed
Operations
Automobile Liability $ 1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury, including death, and
property damage
CA 00 01
Code 1-Any Auto
Code 8-Hired
Workers’
Compensation
Employer’ s Liability
1,000,000 disease policy limit
1,000,000 disease each employee
Professional Liability
Errors & Omissions)
1,000,000 each occurrence
2,000,000 aggregate
Other Negotiated Insurance Terms: NONE

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Consultant Name: The Counseling Team International Rev. 6.4.2026

EXHIBIT E

CONSULTANT CONFLICT OF INTEREST DESIGNATION
The Political Reform Act 1 and the Chula Vista Conflict of Interest Code 2 (“ Code”) require designated state and local government officials, including some consultants, to make certain public disclosures using a Statement of Economic Interests form (Form 700). Once filed, a Form 700 is a public document, accessible to any member of the public. In addition, consultants designated to file the Form 700 are also required to comply with certain ethics training requirements. 3
A. Consultant will not exert influence over the official or contracting decisions of City and is therefore EXCLUDED 4from disclosure.

B. Consultant WILL exert influence over the official or contracting decisions of City and their disclosure designation is as follows:

APPLICABLE DESIGNATIONS FOR INDIVIDUAL( S) ASSIGNED TO PROVIDE SERVICES Category descriptions available at www.chulavistaca. gov/departments/ city-clerk/conflict-of-interest- code.) Name Email Address Applicable Designation
A. Full Disclosure
B. Limited Disclosure ( select one or more of
the categories under which the consultant shall file):

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Justification:

C. Excluded from Disclosure

1. Required FilersEach definitionof “ individual who will be performing services for the City pursuant to the Agreement and who meets the Consultant,” pursuant to FPPC Regulation 18700. 3, must file a Form 700.

2. Required Filing DeadlinesEach onlinefiling initial Form 700 required under this Agreement shall be filed with the Office of the City Clerk via the City's system, NetFile, within 30 days of the approval of the Agreement. Additional Form 700 filings will be requiredannually on April 1 during the term of the Agreement, and within 30 days of the termination of the Agreement.

3. Filing DesignationThe City Department Director will designate each individual who will be providing services to the City pursuant to theAgreement as full disclosure, limited disclosure, or excluded from disclosure, based on an analysis of the services theConsultant will provide. Notwithstanding this designation or anything in the Agreement, the Consultant is ultimatelyresponsible for complying with FPPC regulations and filing requirements. If you have any questions regarding filingrequirements, please do not hesitate to contact the City Clerk at ( 619)691-5041, or the FPPC at 1-866-ASK-FPPC, or( 866) 275-3772 * 2.

Pursuant to the duly adopted City of Chula Vista Conflict of Interest Code, this document shall serve as the written determination of the consultant’ s requirement to comply with the disclosure requirements set forth in the Code.

Completed by: Jonathan Alegre
1 Cal. Gov. Code §§ 81000 et seq.; FPPC Regs. 18700.3 and 18704. 2 Chula Vista Municipal Code §§ 2.02.010- 2.02.040.
3 Cal. Gov. Code §§ 53234, et seq.
4 CA FPPC Adv. A-15-147 ( Chadwick) ( 2015); Davis v. Fresno Unified School District ( 2015) 237 Cal.App. 4th 261; FPPC Reg. 18700. 3 (Consultant defined as an “ individual” who participates in making a governmental decision; “ individual” does not include corporation or limited liability company).

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EXHIBIT F

CONSULTANT LEVINE ACT DISCLOSURE
California Government Code section 84308, commonly referred to as the Levine Act, prohibits any City of Chula Vista Officer 5 (“ Officer”) from taking part in decisions related to a contract if the Officer received a political contribution totaling more than $ 500 within the previous twelve months, and for twelve months following the date a final decision concerning the contract has been made, from the person or company awarded the contract.

A. The Levine Act (Govt. Code § 84308) DOES NOT apply to this Agreement.

B. The Levine Act ( Govt. Code § 84308) does apply to this Agreement and the required disclosure is as follows:

Current Officers can be located on the City of Chula Vista’ s websites below:

Mayor & Council - https:// www.chulavistaca. gov/departments/ mayor- council City Attorney - https:// www.chulavistaca. gov/departments/ city-attorney/ about- us Planning Commissioners – www.chulavistaca. gov/pc
Candidate for Elected Office – www.chulavistaca. gov/elections

1. Have you or your company, or any agent on behalf of you or your company, made political contributions totaling more than $500 to any Officer in the 12 months preceding the date you submitted your proposal, the date you completed this form, or the anticipated date of any Council action related to this Agreement? YES: If yes, which Officer( s): Click or tap here to enter text.

NO:

2. Do you or your company, or any agent on behalf of you or your company, anticipate or plan to make political contributions totaling more than $500 to any Officer in the 12 months following the finalization of this Agreement or any Council action related to this Agreement?
YES: If yes, which Officer( s): Click or tap here to enter text.

NO:

Answering yes to either question above may not preclude the City of Chula Vista from entering into or taking any subsequent action related to the Agreement. However, it may preclude the identified Officer( s) from participating in any actions related to the Agreement.
5 “Officer” means any elected or appointed officer of an agency, any alternate to an elected or appointed officer of an agency, and any candidate for elective office in an agency. GC § 84308

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March 4th, ON the phone call You lost control and
screamed at me on the phone about my comments I
made regarding your lack of transparency.,
June 26th ,2025
Norman Park during a Democratic Club meeting,
in front of Councilmember Preciado, his assistant,
and other members, you screamed at me—behavior
unprofessional and unbecoming of a Chula Vista
representative.
• Onn July 8th, during a Council meeting, you lost control again. • I have observed you Micheal Inzunza When he
cannot control others’ behavior, comments,
opinions, or speech, He lose control. creating a
ridiculous performance
• February 27,2026
• City Attorney at the Albondiga event, You Micheal
Inzunza control and verbally attracted and other
Senior Person
• “I Truly believe that Those incidents could be and
are OLDER VERBAL ABUSE”
• How do You Micheal Inzunza Act when
• No one is following you for photo ops
• Or there no camaras
Written Communications - Item 5.3
Acosta - Received 8/24/2026

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! Inzunza your behavior is unprofessional.

Why did you go outside to Confront and quarrel with an elderly? While appearing aggressive
It seems to me that you are a BULLY!
Inzunza
Your hand gestures
could be interpreted as
intimidation to an
Elderly person

INZUNZA

SHAME ON YOU
Written Communications - Item 5.3
Acosta - Received 8/24/2026

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Let's never forget that when a commissioner spoke about your immature psychotic performance during a council meeting I believe you Micheal Inzunza, had your cronies vote to remove him from the commission
So Yes, I believe that you Michel Inzunza should be
psychologically evaluated
I believe you,
Micheal Inzunza could become dangerous
to those around you
Written Communications - Item 5.3
Acosta - Received 8/24/2026

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I question why those who get paid to represent Chula Vista Continue ignoring Micheal Inzunza Behavior, attitude and Abuse of Political Title
I believe that
When they do not reprimand your behavior Micheal Inzunza they become part of the Problem.

Perhaps all 4 of you should be psychologically evaluated to identify the reason why they tolerate your juvenile behavior That should be embarrassing for a mature adult to act the way you do Micheal Inzunza
Written Communications - Item 5.3
Acosta - Received 8/24/2026

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Micheal Inzunza did you get a Psychological Evaluations? Regarding the racist incident against a little Black Kid that as per the press you call him a PUNK That Resulted on you getting Suspends then placed on leave and NEVER EVER Rehire The link is below
https://1drv.ms/b/c/8dcf48c141ff159a/IQBNmNjLN_IuRqHlwUfZ6hcAARWPSObp-zRnYYW2vDuIIo0 Yes, Micheal Inzunza You should be evaluated along with all those who side with you or you have call them part of your team
You ALL know who you are You are
Since you like calling and chasing the Prass for interviews Did you Micheal Inzunza Inform the press about that Racist incident?
Yes, Micheal Inzunza, I have seen you chasing the press like a kid after an Ice-cream truck)

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• After Micheal Inzunza
• racist incident against A little Black Kid at Mater Dei Catholic High School in Chula Vista
• That resulted for Inzunza to be suspended, placed on leave and NEVER REHIRE
• Should not be Welcome or allowed to attend or participate in any Community Event
Link to Legal Document
•
• https://1drv.ms/b/c/8dcf48c141ff159a/IQBNmNjLN_IuRqHlwUfZ 6hcAARWPSObp-zRnYYW2vDuIIo0

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NATIONAL SECURITY
The 'OK' Hand Gesture Is Now Listed As A Symbol Of
Hate and White Supremacy

SEPTEMBER 26, 20194:27 PM ET
Michel Inzunza, You suspended an African American Kid
and called him a PUNK because of his hair.

Then you pose for picture with Students
displaying a White Supremacy sign
is that what you permit and teach the young minds?
Let me remind you, “you are Mexican American”

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August 25, 2026

ITEM TITLE
Opportunity Zone 2.0 Program: Recommend that the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development Include Eight Chula Vista Census Tracts as Part of the State’s Recommendation for the Program Report Number: 26-0275
Location: Eight census tracts located in western Chula Vista.

Department: Economic Development
G.C. § 84308 Regulations Apply: No
Environmental Notice: The activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the activity qualifies for an Exemption pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines.

Recommended Action
Adopt a resolution recommending that the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development include eight (8) census tracts located in western Chula Vista as part of the State’s recommendation for the Opportunity Zone 2.0 program.

SUMMARY
Opportunity Zones are economically distressed communities in the United States where investments in development projects can earn preferential federal tax benefits, such as capital gains deferral. Opportunity Zones are allowed by law under the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. The first set of census tracts identified as Opportunity Zones were established for a ten-year period from 2018 through 2028 (“Opportunity Zones

1.0”). Recent legislation transitioned the initiative into a permanent program featuring recurring 10-year designation cycles. At present, states are nominating census tracts for consideration by the U.S. Department of the Treasury (“U.S. Treasury”) to be included in the Opportunity Zones 2.0 Program, which would be effective from 2027 through 2036. Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a resolution recommending that the State include eight (8) census tracts located in western Chula Vista as part of California’s recommendation to the U.S. Treasury for inclusion in the Opportunity Zone 2.0 Program.

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