Gardena City Council
November 18, 2025

at 221/237 West Holt Avenue, Pomona, Los Angeles County, California. The project consists of construction of 160 units, including 158 income restricted affordable units and two unrestricted manager’s units. The development will be six stories, with five stories of apartment units over a first level parking garage. The bottom level will also include a common area, property management, fitness room, mailroom, and associated facilities. (No. 7279) 13330 Magnolia Ave. Residential Development, Riverside, CA; November 2021 – July 2024 Ms. Lindsay served as Principal-in-Charge for this project. This project will construct a multi-family housing complex on approximately 4.5 acres in the unincorporated Home Gardens community of Riverside County. The complex will consist of 46 single family residential units and 44 attached townhouses. There would be a community recreation facility with a pool and landscaping along the interior roadways. UltraSystems prepared an IS/MND for this project. (No. 7127)
9160-9176 Sunset Boulevard Project, City of West Hollywood, CA; June 2020 to November 2023 Ms. Lindsay serve d as Principal-in-Charge for this project.

UltraSystems prepared an Environmental Impact Report
(EIR) in response to a development application by a private developer to construct a five -story, approximately 53,029-square-foot commercial building, on an approximately 0.43-acre site located at 9160-9176 Sunset Boulevard in the City of West Hollywood. The proposed project consisted of the demolition of the existing commercial buildings and surface parking on the project site. The project provide d approximately 105 car parking spaces in a three -level underground parking structure and include an LED media system, or digital canvas, integrated into the west, north and east facades of the proposed new building. (No. 7063) Envision West Covina Toyota – Categorical Exemption, West Covina, CA; August 2023 to October 2023 Ms. Lindsay serv es as Principal -in-Charge for this project. UltraSystems prepared a Categorical Exemption for this project. Envision Toyota Dealership and Service Center will take over a vacant parcel formerly used by Nissan and will remodel the existing building to add 13,130 sq. ft. for an existing show room and parts service center. Since it is a similar use to the previous use, and it was vacated within the last year, a full Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) was concluded to not be needed by the City. (No. 7236)
District at Rubidoux Project, City of Jurupa Valley, CA; October 2021 to September 2023 Ms. Lindsay served as Principal -in-Charge for this project. The project site spanned 254 acres abutting the east boundary of the City of Jurupa Valley. The site was bounded by the State Route 60 freeway on the north; Jurupa Boulevard on the west; the Santa Ana River on the east; and residential uses and churches near 34th Street on the south. The project consisted of 1,192 residential units; 2.93 million square feet of commercial and industrial uses; and 10 acres of parks and open space. UltraSystems provid ed a Biological Resources Technical Report, a Cultural Resources Technical Report, a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment, a Noise and Vibration Assessment, an Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Assessment, and a Health Risk Assessment.

Midland Plaza IS/MND, Fontana, CA; May 2022 to August 2023 Ms. Lindsay served as Principal -in-Charge for this project. UltraSystems prepared an IS/MND for this development project. The Midland Plaza project would be located at 16835 Baseline Avenue in Fontana, CA. The project site was a vacant, 6.53- acre site with out any structures. Surrounding uses include vacant land, residential, and retail uses.

Prior uses on-site included orchards with an associated small, single -family residential dwelling, garage, and sheds.

All site structures were demolished in 2014, according to a Phase I ESA report. (No. 7178) Citrus Avenue Townhomes, Fontana, CA; March 2022 – June 2023 Ms. Lindsay served as Principal -in-Charge for this project. This project was located in the City of Fontana, CA. The project proposed the development of a 68-unit condominium complex. The condominium units would be housed in 14 proposed buildings on site with a total of 193 parking spaces. UltraSystems prepared an IS/MND for this project. (No. 7167)
Prisma Artist’s Lofts, Pomona, CA; September 2021 to August 2022 Ms. Lindsay served as Principal -in-Charge for this project. UltraSystems prepared a HUD EA -FONSI and provided QA/QC of the environmental document for technical and NEPA accuracy. The project included development of a 75- unit residential apartment homes for families and artists including 31 one -bedroom units, 27 two -bedroom units, and 21 three-bedroom units in on L-shaped building in the City. (No. 7115) Hina Gupta, MPl, LEED AP
Vice President/Senior Project Manager

Corporate Office – Orange County Telephone: 949.788.4900 16431 Scientific Way Facsimile: 949.788.4901
Irvine, CA 92618-4355 Website: www.ultrasystems.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Ms. Gupta is an urban planner with over 17 years of experience in environmental planning and regulatory permitting for a variety of projects including infrastructure, transportation, renewable energy, commercial, residential, mixed -use and master -planned development, and educational facilities. Ms. Gupta has extensive experience in managing the preparation of CEQA/NEPA documents and the planning process. Her areas of expertise include Sustainable Land use, Aesthetics and Visual Analysis, Socioeconomics and Community Impact Assessment, and Green Bui lding Design. Ms. Gupta is a LEED Accredited Professional and has experience working with public agency staff at various city and county departments within southern California.

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Temple City Self Storage Facility, El Monte, CA; May 2024 - Ongoing Ms. Gupta was part of the project team for this project . This project will construct a self-storage unit at 4301 Temple City Boulevard in the City of El Monte. The site is vacant. UltraSystems is conducting various technical studies and preparing an IS/MND for this project. (No. 7275) Deluca Cold Storage, Wilmington, CA; November 2023 to Ongoing Ms. Gupta was part of the project team for this project . UltraSystems is preparing an IS/MND for this project. This project proposed to construct a new 98,280 sq. ft. industrial cold storage building for J DeLuca Fish Company.

The site consisted of six commercial buildings and asphalt -paved parking areas on approximately 5.6 acres of land. (No. 7247)
Penske Sales, Leasing, and Maintenance Facility Project, Moreno Valley, CA; September 2021 to Ongoing
Ms. Gupta is managing preparation of the CEQA IS -MND for the project and working closely with technical teams for biological and cultural resources, and hazardous materials. Penske will conduct truck and trailer repairs consisting of general and preventive maintenance to its private and customer fleets, such as clutches, oil changes, belt/bulb replacements, tire changes, etc. and all work conducted within the facility is closed to the general public.
(No. 7110)
TT Map – 28 Lot Single Family Housing, Moreno Valley, CA; October 2022 - September 2024
Ms. Gupta was part of the project team for this project . This is a Tentative Tract Map for the development of 28 lot subdivision and comprising of 23 single-family detached homes, ranging in size from 7,400 sq. ft. up to 12,147 sq. ft. The project site is located with the City of Moreno Valley, at the southwest corner of Alessandro Boulevard and Wilmot Street. UltraSystems prepared an IS/MND for this project. (No. 7192)
9160-9176 Sunset Boulevard Project, West Hollywood, CA; June 2020 to November 2023
UltraSystems is preparing an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) in response to a development application by a private developer to construct a five-story, approximately 53,029 -square-foot commercial building (including retail, restaurant, and office uses on the first floor and exclusively office uses on floors two through five), on an approximately 0.43-acre site located at 9160- 9176 Sunset Boulevard in the City of West Hollywood. The proposed

Years of Experience
17 Years with Firm
17 Education
• Master of Planning,
University of Southern
California, Los Angeles, CA,
2009
• B Arch, Chandigarh College of
Architecture, Chandigarh,
India, 2007
Professional
Certification
• LEED Accredited Professional
#10281034 (Leadership in
Energy and Environmental
Design
Areas of Expertise
• CEQA
• NEPA
• EIR/EIS
• IS/MND
• EA
• Land Use
• Mitigation
• Permits
• PES
• Relocation
Impacts
• GIS
• Specific
Plans
• General
Plans
• Socio-
economics
• Aesthetics
• Noticing
• Mixed-Use
• Technical
Studies
• Entitlements

Hina Gupta, LEED AP

project consists of the demolition of the existing commercial buildings and surface parking on the project site. The project would provide a three -level underground parking structure and include an LED media system, or digital canvas, integrated into the west, north and east facades of the proposed new building. Ms. Gupta is serving as the Project Manager for this project and managing preparation of the CEQA Initial Study, EIR, and required technical studies (including Air Quality, Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Noise, Cultural Resources, Traffic and Visual Impact Assessment studies). She is also responsible for conducting QA/QC review of all sections of the Initial Study, and the Draft EIR for technical accuracy and overall document consistency. Ms. Gupta is also assisting the City in the preparation and distribution of the required public notices for this project. (No. 7063) Midland Plaza IS/MND, Fontana, CA; May 2022to August 2023 Ms. Gupta was part of the project team for this project. The project would be located at 16835 Baseline Avenue and Adjacent Parcels in the City. The project site is currently vacant with no structures. The site encompasses 284,884 sq. ft. or 6.53 acres. The site is bounded by Baseline Avenue to the north, Sierra Avenue to the east, and Montgomery Avenue to the south. Surrounding uses include vacant land, residential, and retail uses. Prior uses on- site include orchards with an associated small, single -family residential dwelling, garage, and sheds. All site structures were demolished in 2014, according to a Phase I ESA report. (No. 7178) Prisma Artist’s Lofts, Pomona, CA; October 2021 to August 2022 UltraSystems prepared a HUD EA-FONSI for the project. Ms. Gupta provided QA/QC of the environmental document for technical and NEPA accuracy. The project included development of a 75 -unit residential apartment homes for families and artists including 31 o ne-bedroom units, 27 two -bedroom units, and 21 three -bedroom units in on L - shaped building in the City. The site for the project is approximately 1.45 -acre site bordered by 4th Street on the north, Linden Street to the east, Mission Boulevard on the south and Palomares Street to the west. (No. 7115) Oro Vista Estates Project, Los Angeles, CA; February 2019 to January 2022 Ms. Gupta is assisting with the preparation of an Initial Study and EIR for the Oro Vista Estates project. This project proposes to construct 310 units on an approximately 30-acre project site on an undeveloped ridgeline in the City of Los Angeles. Ms. Gupta is currently conducting QA/QC review of all sections of the Initial Study, for technical accuracy and overall document consistency. (No. 7002)
Northgate Market Center, Fontana, CA; March 2020 to September 2020 Ms. Gupta managed preparation of the CEQA IS-MND for the project and the project has been approved by the City Council. The project site is located on the west side of Sierra Avenue and on the north side of San Bernardino Ave in Fontana, CA (APN: 0193 -251-43, -44). The site is in the Form Based code (FBC) Sierra Gateway zoning district. The project proposes a multi -tenant commercial center anchored by Northgate Gonzalez Market with three (3) quick service drive through pads for a total building area of 59,3 85 square feet on approximately 7.04 acres. The project includes a tentative parcel map to create three (3) parcels.

Legacy Square Project, Santa Ana, CA; December 2018 to January 2019 The Legacy Square project is located on an approximately 1.74-acre site in the City of Santa Ana. The project proposes the development of a new commercial/residential mixed -use development consisting of 93 residential units, 7,767 square feet of flex mixed -use space, and a 2,576- square-foot community center. Ms. Gupta worked on the preparation of the IS/MND and EA/FONSI and drafted several sections. She also conducted QA/QC review of sections drafted by other members of the UltraSystems team. The project ha d a very aggressive timeline due to timing for funding. UltraSystems staff worked over the winter holiday to produce the environmental document over the course of a few weeks. This project was approved by the City of Santa Ana City Council in February 2019 .

Sierra Avenue Family Apartments Project, Fontana, CA; June 2018 to January 2019 Ms. Gupta served as the Deputy Project Manager for environmental analysis of the Sierra Avenue Family Apartments project. This project proposed the development of 60 affordable multi-family units at the southwest corner of Sierra Avenue and Ramona Avenue in Fontana, California. The City was the Lead Agency for the purposes of CEQA and the Department of Housing and Urban Development was the Lead Agency for the purpose of NEPA. The project consisted of: (1) utilities improvements; (2) construction of three ne w residential buildings and one services building; and (3) community amenities and landscaping. UltraSystems prepared both an IS/MND and EA/FONSI for the project.

This project was approved by the City of Fontana Planning Commission on January 14, 2019.

Michael Milroy, MS
Deputy Project Manager, Senior Planner

Corporate Office – Orange County Telephone: 949.788.4900 16431 Scientific Way Facsimile: 949.788.4901
Irvine, CA 92618-4355 Website: www.ultrasystems.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Mr. Milroy is a detail -oriented Environmental Planner with over 19 focused years on California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) document preparation, project management, and review of supporting technical studies; including, but not limited to, Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs), Initial Studies, Mitigated Negative Declarations, and NEPA documents.

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DeLuca Cold Storage – Wilmington, CA – IS/MND; November 2023 to Ongoing
Mr. Milroy is part of the project team for this project. UltraSystems is preparing an IS/MND for this project. This project proposes to construct a new 98,280 sq. ft. industrial cold storage building for J DeLuca Fish Company. The site consisted of six commercial buildings and asphalt-paved parking areas on approximately 5.6 acres of land. The cold storage warehouse facility will be built in two phases to allow for continuation of operations of an existing facility, while the new facility is being built. (No. 7247) Tentative Tract Map 83608 EIR, La Canada Flintridge, CA; October 2023 to Ongoing
Mr. Milroy is serving as Deputy Project Manager for this project. The proposed project comprises an application for the approval of Tentative Tract Map No. 83608, a proposed subdivision of approximately 45-acres into 11 single-family residential lots and an associated application for a permit to remove 27 protected trees. The project site is presently undeveloped, characterized by steep slopes, and is naturally divided by Monarch Drive, which is already graded but unpaved. The project site is also located i n a portion of the City identified as a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone. The project scope consists of an IS/MND; an air quality and greenhouse gas assessment; a biological resources impact assessment; a jurisdictional delineation and report; a phase I environmental site assessment; a noise impact assessment; a cultural resources assessment; a VMT assessment; and a geologic and seismic hazards review study; as well as peer reviews of several other technical studies. (No. 7240)
Penske Sales, Leasing, and Maintenance Facility Project; Moreno Valley, CA; September 2021 to Ongoing
Mr. Milroy , as Assistant Project Manager on this project, wrote several IS - MND sections and conducted QA review on several others. The project proposes development of a truck sales, leasing, and maintenance facility in the city of Moreno Valley. UltraSystems is prep aring an IS- MND and several technical studies for the project. UltraSystems is managing preparation of the CEQA IS -MND for the project and working closely with technical teams for biological and cultural resources, and hazardous materials. Penske will conduct truck and trailer repairs consisting of general and preventive maintenance to its private and customer fleets, such as clutches, oil changes, belt/bulb replacements, tire changes, etc. and all work conducted within the facility is closed to the general public. (No. 7110)
Pioneer Place Mixed Use Project, Artesia, CA; June 2024 – June 2025 Mr. Milroy is part of the project team providing services. This proposed mixed- use project is located at 17610- 17618 Pioneer Boulevard in Artesia, CA. The

Years of Experience
19 Years with Firm
5 Education
• Certificate, Environmental
Management, University of
California Irvine, 2013
• Master of Science,
Interdisciplinary Studies /
Neuroscience, California State
University Long Beach, 2004
• Bachelor of Science, Biological
Sciences, California State
University Long Beach, 1999
• Project Management
coursework, University of
California Irvine, 2009-2014
Professional
Affiliations
• Association of Environmental
Professionals
Areas of Expertise
• CEQA
• GIS
• Vistro
• Traffic
Analysis
• EIR
• MND
• NOE
• NEPA
• MS Office
• Mixed-use
• Project
Management
• Residential
Noise
Monitoring
and Analysis
• Expository
Writing
• Impact
Analysis
• K-12/College
Universities

Michael Milroy

project will include 83 units with an outdoor courtyard and bar/dining area. The development will occur within the Artesia Specific Plan. UltraSystems is preparing an IS/MND for this project. (No. 7277) Envision West Covina Toyota, West Covina, CA; March 2023 – November 2024 Mr. Milroy was part of the project team providing services. UltraSystems prepared an IS/MND for this project.

Envision Toyota Dealership and Service Center would take over a vacant parcel formerly used by Nissan and remodel the existing building to add 13,130 sq. ft. for an existing show room and parts service center. (No. 7212) 13330 Magnolia Ave. Residential Development, Riverside, CA; November 2021 – July 2024 Mr. Milroy served as Project Manager for this project. The project would construct a multi -family housing complex on approximately 4.5 acres in the unincorporated Home Gardens community of Riverside County. The complex would consist of 46 single family res idential units and 44 attached townhouses. There would be a community recreation facility with a pool and landscaping along the interior roadways. UltraSystems prepared an IS/MND for this project. (No. 7127)
TT Map – 28 Lot Single Family Housing, Moreno Valley, CA; October 2022 – June 2024 Mr. Milroy was part of the project team providing services. This is a Tentative Tract Map for the development of 28 lot subdivision and comprising of 23 single -family detached homes; the lots ranged in size from 7,400 sq. ft. up to 12,147 sq. ft. The proj ect site was located with the City of Moreno Valley, at the southwest corner of Alessandro Boulevard and Wilmot Street. UltraSystems prepared an IS/MND for this project. (No. 7192) Acacia Apartment Complex – CEQA Peer Review, Fontana, CA; September 2023 to March 2024 Mr. Milroy served as Project Manager for this project. The City of Fontana, in its capacity as a Lead Agency, was reviewing an application that would involve the construction of 109 apartment units within a 2.82- acre site located to the west of Acacia Avenue, south of Randall Avenue and east of Sierra Avenue. The site itself contain ed two residential units, garages, and other improvements that would be demolished to accommodate the proposed development. UltraSystems underst ood that 15 subject areas within t he CEQA Exemption and Environmental Assessment (EA) were prepared by the Developer’s consultant for this proposed apartment complex project.

UltraSystems performed a CEQA adequacy peer -review for a variety of topical issues including but not limited to:
land use compatibility, habitat value, traffic analysis, noise impact analysis, air quality and water quality. (No. 7242) 1660 Sessums Drive Industrial Project IS/MND, Redlands, CA; October 2023 to December 2023 Mr. Milroy serv ed as Project Manager for this project. Approximately 16.089 -acres were subdivided into six lots ranging from 2.1 acres to 2.8 acres in size. The developer would construct six buildings ranging between 29,718 square feet and 49,960 square feet in size, totaling 263,328 square feet of total floor space inclusive of office and mezzanine areas. The development need ed to perform public improvements as required on adjacent right -of-way and related site improvements, including on-site water treatment, landscaping, etc. The project required a Tentative Tract Map and Planning Commission Review and Approval. In addition to IS/MND, scope included Peer Reviews and CEQA Adequacy Reviews of developer-provided technical studies. (No. 7234) 9160-9176 Sunset Boulevard Project, EIR, West Hollywood, CA; June 2020 to November 2023 Mr. Milroy was Assistant Project Manager for this project. UltraSystems prepared an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) in response to a development application by a private developer to construct a five -story, approximately 53,029-square-foot commercial building with digital displays and signage on the north and west sides of the building located at the western gateway to the City of West Hollywood. The proposed project consisted of the demolition of the existing commercial buildings and surface parking on the project site. The project provide d approximately 105 car parking spaces in a three-level underground parking structure and include an LED media system, or digital canvas, integrated into the west, north and east facades of the proposed new building. (No. 7063) District at Rubidoux Project, City of Jurupa Valley, CA; October 2021 to September 2023 Mr. Milroy served as Assistant Project Manager for this project . The project site spans 254 acres abutting the east boundary of the City of Jurupa Valley. The project consist ed of 1,192 residential units; 2.93 million square feet of commercial and industrial uses; and 10 acres of parks and open space. UltraSystems provided a Biological Resources Technical Report, a Cultural Resources Technical Report, a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment, a Noise and Vibration Assessment, an Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Assessment, and a Health Risk Assessment. (No. 7124)
Michael B. Rogozen, D.Env.

Senior Principal Engineer – Air Quality and Noise Manager

Corporate Office – Orange County Telephone: 949.788.4900 16431 Scientific Way Facsimile: 949.788.4901
Irvine, CA 92618-4355 Website: www.ultrasystems.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Dr. Rogozen, who heads UltraSystems’ air and noise practice, has over 49 years of experience in project management, health risk assessment, air and industrial wastewater permitting, carbon footprint studies, ambient monitoring, dispersion modeling, pollution control technology assessment, economic analysis of air pollution cont rol alternatives, air toxics emission inventory development, offsite consequence analysis, environmental database design, survey design and management, source test design and analysis, railroad noise investigations, regulatory analysis, water resources studies, and technical writing and editing.

Dr. Rogozen is responsible for consulting, technical project management, and business development. He has assisted industrial and governmental clients in complying with federal and local air quality regulations. His work has included managing air complia nce audits, preparing applications for permits to construct and operate (including Title V permits), annual emissions reports, and responses to notices to comply and notices of violation. He has also conducted many health risk assessments under AB2588, Pro position 65, and SCAQMD Rule 1401. Dr. Rogozen serves as lead quality assurance officer for UltraSystems’ submittals.

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Palmdale Boulevard Self -Storage Project, City of Palmdale, CA; April 2025 - Ongoing
Dr. Rogozen manages technical studies of air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, and noise. This project proposes to construct a mini -storage facility, consisting of eight buildings totaling 94,100 sq. ft., a boat and recreational vehicle parking area, and a 900 sq. ft. office building on an approximately 1 -acre project site in the City of Palmda le, California.

UltraSystems will prepare CEQA compliance documentation and will survey for western Joshua trees and install wildlife cameras for the project. (No. 7321)
Mountain View Buildings, Temecula, CA; September 2024 - Ongoing Dr. Rogozen manages technical studies of air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, and noise. This project constructs two industrial buildings as part of Phase 7 of the MS Mountain View series of buildings. Building 17 will have 69,095 square feet and building 21 will have 17,136 square feet. Both buildings are within a planned Industrial Park. Ult raSystems will prepare an IS/MND and relevant technical studies. (No. 7291)
Pioneer Place Mixed Use Project, Artesia, CA; June 2024 – June 2025 Dr. Rogozen manages technical studies of air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, and noise. This proposed mixed- use project is located at 17610- 17618 Pioneer Boulevard in Artesia, CA. The project will include 83 units with an outdoor courtyard and bar/dining area. The development will occur within the Artesia Specific Plan. UltraSystems is preparing an IS/MND for this project. (No. 7277)
Temple City Self Storage Facility, El Monte, CA; May 2024 - Ongoing Dr. Rogozen manages technical studies of air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, and noise. This project will construct a self -storage unit at 4301

Years of Experience
49 Years with Firm
20 Education
• D.Env., Environmental
Science and Engineering,
University of California, Los
Angeles, CA, 1978
• M.S., Systems Engineering,
University of California, Los
Angeles, CA, 1968
• B.S., Engineering, University
of California, Los Angeles, CA,
1966
Areas of Expertise
• CEQA
• NEPA
• EIR/EIS
• IS/MND
• EA
• QA/QC
• Air
Permitting
• Dispersion
Modeling
• Cost-
Benefit
Analysis
• Transit
• SCAQMD
• Economic
Analysis
• Survey
Design
• HRA
• Noise
Analysis
• CAAP
• GHG
• Soundwalls
• Sensitive
Receptors
• Mitigation
• Compliance
• Toxic
Emissions
• Database
Design
• Health &
Safety Plan
• Technical
Editing
• Noise Control
Plan
• Air Quality
• Technical
Studies

Michael B. Rogozen, D.Env.

Temple City Boulevard in the City of El Monte. UltraSystems is conducting various technical studies and preparing an IS/MND for this project. (No. 7275)
Deluca Cold Storage, Wilmington, CA; November 2023 to Ongoing Dr. Rogozen is the task manager for the Air Quality, Greenhouse Gas, Energy and Noise sections of the report. He is also performing the Quality Check and editing the IS/MND sections. UltraSystems is preparing an IS/MND for this project. The cold storage wa rehouse facility would be approximately 98,260 sq ft and will be built in two phases to allow for continuation of operations of an existing facility, while the new facility is being built. Adjacent streets include East Harry Bridges Boulevard to the south and Quay Avenue to the west. The site is currently developed with an existing concrete tilt-up building along the east side of the site and paving supporting a storage yard with a metal building situated towards the south end of the site. (No. 7247) La Cañada Flintridge Tentative Tract Map, La Cañada Flintridge, CA; October 2023 to Ongoing Dr. Rogozen is serving as the Task Manager for Air Quality, Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Energy and Noise technical reports. UltraSystems is preparing an EIR for this project. The proposed project comprises an application for the approval of Tentative Tract Map No. 83608, a proposed subdivision of approximately 45- acres into 11 single-family residential lots and an associated application for a Tree Removal Permit to remove 27 protected trees. The proposed subdivision also includes easements for a dedicated hor se trail/hiking trail for the local community. Located in the southern portion of the City, the subject property is presently undeveloped, characterized by steep slopes, and is naturally divided by Monarch Drive, which is already graded but unpaved. Monarc h Drive has within it an active sewer line and is dedicated as a public road. In order to be implemented, the proposed project would require the full improvement of Monarch Drive, and the construction of Palmerstone Drive (already a dedicated road). (No. 7240)
Envision West Covina Toyota, West Covina, CA; March 2023 - November 2024 Dr. Rogozen managed technical studies of air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, and noise. UltraSystems prepared an IS/MND for this project. Envision Toyota Dealership and Service Center would take over a vacant parcel formerly used by Nissan and remodel the existing building to add 13,130 sq. ft. for an existing show room and parts service center. (No. 7212)
13330 Magnolia Ave. Residential Development, Riverside, CA; November 2021 - July 2024 Dr. Rogozen managed technical studies of air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, and noise. This project would construct a multi -family housing complex on approximately 4.5 acres in the unincorporated Home Gardens community of Riverside County. The complex would consist of 46 single family residential units and 44 attached townhouses. There would be a community recreation facility with a pool and landscaping along the interior roadways. UltraSystems prepared an IS/MND for this project. (No. 7127) Midland Plaza IS/MND, Fontana, CA; May 2022 - August 2023 Dr. Rogozen managed technical studies of air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, and noise. UltraSystems prepared an IS/MND for this development project. The project proposed the development of a commercial center consisting of a convenience store, fuel canopy with two underground storage tanks, retail lease space, quick service restaurant with drive-through, car wash, sit-down restaurant, pharmacy, and a two-story retail building on the 6.53-acre site in the City of Fontana. Prior uses on-site included orchards with an associated small, single-family residential dwelling, garage, and sheds. All site structures were demolished in 2014, according to a Phase I ESA report. (No. 7178) District at Rubidoux Project, Jurupa Valley, CA; October 2021 - September 2023 Dr. Rogozen managed technical studies of air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, and noise. The project site spans 254 acres abutting the east boundary of the City of Jurupa Valley. The site was bounded by the State Route 60 freeway on the north; Jurupa Boulevard on the west; the Santa Ana River on the east; and residential uses and churches near 34th Street on the south. The project consisted of 1,192 residential units; 2.93 million square feet of commercial and industrial uses; and 10 acres of parks and open space. UltraSystems provided a Biological Resources Technical Report, a Cultural Resources Technical Report, a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment, a Noise and Vibration Assessment, an Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Assessment, and a Health Risk Assessment. (No. 7124)
Megan Black Doukakis, M.A.

Assistant Project Archaeologist

Corporate Office – Orange County Telephone: 949.788.4900 16431 Scientific Way Facsimile: 949.788.4901
Irvine, CA 92618-4355 Website: www.ultrasystems.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Ms. Doukakis has over 14 years of experience as an archaeologist in California. She has conducted pedestrian archaeological survey, test and full-scale excavations, archaeological monitoring, laboratory curation of archaeological materials to comply with state and federal historic preservation laws in Southern California and abroad. Ms. Doukakis has authored a number of Phase I, II, and III, ISMND, ICRMP, FCC form, EIR documents and project proposals. She has extensive experience with the California Historical Resources Informati on System as well as conducting paleontology record searches and the Native American Heritage Commission in conducting record searches and consulting with Native American groups.

Ms. Doukakis is proficient at project management and project scheduling for large and small-scale projects.

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327 N. Harbor Site Project, Los Angeles, CA; November 2024 - Ongoing Ms. Doukakis is helping conduct the cultural resource records search, Native American contacts and report writing for this project. This project for National Community Renaissance (NCR) is for the 327 Harbor Site development of a new 47 -unit multi -family residential building with a courtyard. The proposed building would be 4 stories and would include apartment units over an at -grade ga rage. UltraSystems is responsible for implementing Cultural Resource Mitigation Measures, preparing a Workers Environmental Awareness Program and training for WEAP program, conducting archaeological monitoring or ground disturbing construction activities in coordination with Native American Monitors and prepare a subsequent cultural resources Monitoring Report. An UltraSystems subcontractor will provide monitoring work for paleontological monitoring and reporting. (No. 7300)
Mountain View Buildings, Temecula, CA; September 2024 – Ongoing Ms. Doukakis is helping conduct the cultural resource records search, Native American contacts and report writing for this project. This project constructs two industrial buildings as part of Phase 7 of the MS Mountain View series of buildings. Building 17 will have 69,095 square feet and building 21 will have 17,136 square feet. Both buildings are within a planned Industrial Park.

UltraSystems will prepare an IS/MND and relevant technical studies. (No. 7291)
Pioneer Place Mixed Use Project, Artesia, CA; June 2024 – Ongoing Ms. Doukakis is helping conduct the cultural resource records search, Native American contacts and report writing for this project. This proposed mixed- use project is located at 17610- 17618 Pioneer Boulevard in Artesia, CA. The project will include 83 units with an outdoor courtyard and bar/dining area.

The development will occur within the Artesia Specific Plan. UltraSystems is preparing an IS/MND for this project. (No. 7277)
Temple City Self Storage Facility, El Monte, CA; May 2024 – Ongoing Ms. Doukakis is helping conduct the cultural resource records search, Native American contacts and report writing for this project. This project will construct a self-storage unit at 4301 Temple City Boulevard in the City of El

Years of Experience
14 Years with Firm
13 Education
• M.A. Public Archaeology,
California State University,
Northridge, 2018
• B.A., Anthropology, California
State University, Long Beach,
2011
• University of California, Los
Angeles - Pimu Catalina
Archaeological Field School,
2010
• DePaul University and NEAP
ACHP/ CEQ Guidance for
Integrating NEPA and Section
106
• NAEP webinar in Tribal
Consultation and Engagement in
the Era of Streamlining, 10/2018
• AB 52 Tribal Perspective Training
by the San Manuel Band of
Mission Indians
Professional Affiliations
• Society for California
Archaeology Membership 2012-
2018

Areas of Expertise
• CEQA/NEPA
• CHRIS
Information
Center
• Prehistoric
and Historic
Archaeology
• Phase I/II
• Research
• NAHC
• Paleontology
• Survey
• Laboratory
Analysis

Megan Black Doukakis, M.A.

Monte. UltraSystems is conducting various technical studies and preparing an IS/MND for this project. (No. 7275) Deluca Cold Storage, Wilmington, CA; November 2023 to Ongoing Ms. Doukakis is helping conduct the cultural resource records search, Native American contacts and report writing for this project. UltraSystems is preparing an IS/MND for this project. This project proposed to construct a new 98,280 sq. ft. industrial cold storage building for J DeLuca Fish Company. The site consisted of six commercial buildings and asphalt-paved parking areas on approximately 5.6 acres of land. (No. 7247) La Cañada Flintridge Tentative Tract Map, La Cañada Flintridge, CA; October 2023 to Ongoing Ms. Doukakis is helping conduct the cultural resource records search, Native American contacts and report writing for this project. UltraSystems is preparing an EIR for this project. The proposed project comprises an application for the approval of Tentative Tract Map No. 83608, a proposed subdivision of approximately 45 -acres into 11 single - family residential lots and an associated a pplication for a Tree Removal Permit to remove 27 protected trees. The proposed subdivision also includes easements for a dedicated horse trail/hiking trail for the local community.

Located in the southern portion of the City, the subject property is presently undeveloped, characterized by steep slopes, and is naturally divided by Monarch Drive, which is already graded but unpav ed. Monarch Drive has within it an active sewer line and is dedicated as a public road. In order to be implemented, the proposed project would require the full improvement of Monarch Drive, and the construction of Palmerstone Drive (already a dedicated road). (No. 7240)
Renovation & Rehabilitation of Seaside Lagoon and Waterfront Promenade, Redondo Beach, CA; March 2023 to Ongoing
Ms. Doukakis is helping conduct the cultural resource records search, Native American contacts and report writing for this project. UltraSystems is preparing environmental documentation for the renovation and rehabilitation of Seaside Lagoon and Waterfront Promenade in Redondo Beach. The project design will build upon the approved Public Amenities Plan, which identifies design options for the Seaside Lagoon based on community outreach.

UltraSystems is preparing an IS/MND and providing biological resources f or this project. (No. 7209) Penske Sales, Leasing, and Maintenance Facility Project, Moreno Valley, CA; September 2021 to Ongoing Ms. Doukakis is helping conduct the cultural resource records search, Native American contacts and report writing for this project. UltraSystems is managing preparation of the CEQA IS-MND for the project and working closely with technical teams for biological and cultural resources, and hazardous materials. Penske will conduct truck and trailer repairs consisting of general and preven tive maintenance to its private and customer fleets, such as clutches, oil changes, belt/bulb replacements, tire changes, etc. and all work conducted within the facility is closed to the general public. (No. 7110)
Envision West Covina Toyota, West Covina, CA; March 2023 - November 2024 Ms. Doukakis helped conduct the cultural resource records search, Native American contacts and report writing for this project. UltraSystems prepared an IS/MND for this project. Envision Toyota Dealership and Service Center would take over a vacant parcel formerly used by Nissan and remodel the existing building to add 13,130 sq. ft. for an existing show room and parts service center. (No. 7212) 13330 Magnolia Ave. Residential Development, Riverside, CA; November 2021 – July 2024 Ms. Doukakis helped conduct the cultural resource records search, Native American contacts and report writing for this project. This project would construct a multi -family housing complex on approximately 4.5 acres in the unincorporated Home Gardens community of Riverside County. The complex would consist of 46 single family residential units and 44 attached townhouses. There would be a community recreation facility with a pool and landscaping along the interior roadways. UltraSystems prepared an IS/MND for this project. (No. 7127) Chadwick Ranch Estates Project, EIR, Bradbury, CA; June 2020 to July 2022 Ms. Doukakis helped conduct the cultural resource records search, Native American contacts and report writing for this project. The project site comprised approximately 111 acres, located in the northeast quadrant of the City of Bradbury. Development of Chadwick Ranch Estates was proposed to occur pursuant to a Specific Plan and Tentative Tract Map and also required an amendment to the Bradbury General and a change of zone. UltraSystems’ role on this proposed project was to serve as an extension of the Lead Agency, the City of Bradbury, tasked to ensure that the City met its environmental review obligations for the project pursuant to CEQA. (No. 7023) Michelle B. Tollett, BA, ISA
Senior Biologist, Biological Resources Group Manager

Corporate Office – Orange County Telephone: 949.788.4900 16431 Scientific Way Facsimile: 949.788.4901
Irvine, CA 92618-4355 Website: www.ultrasystems.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Ms. Tollett has over 25 years of experience as a field and consulting biologist working with private companies and public agencies throughout California and the Rocky Mountains. She is the Lead Senior Biologist and Group Manager of the Biological Resources team . Her responsibilities include team management; supervising and mentoring staff biologists; delegating work assignments; managing budgets and project schedules; reviewing document preparation; interacting with client and resource agency representatives; developing mitigation site design with landscape contractors; and preparing or conducting environmental awareness training.

Ms. Tollett has experience with a multitude of field surveys (flora and fauna), wetland/jurisdictional delineations, tree inventories, wildlife corridor studies, and is familiar with the regulatory framework to prepare defensible biological resources technical reports and environmental documents including biological constraints surveys, reconnaissance -level field surveys, wetland delineations, arborist reports, CRAM assessments, focused special -status species surveys, and habitat mitigation and monitoring plans . Ms. Tollett’s industry experience includes oil and gas transmission lines, energy transmission lines, wind and solar renewable energy, private development, transportation, flood control, military base, mineral mining, housing, and conservation-oriented projects. Prior to her biological consulting experience, she worked in the Channel Islands National Park as a naturalist. Ms. Tollett continues to volunteer with non- profit groups to educate local community members through citizen -based science and serves as a high school science fair judge each year for the Newport Bay Conservancy.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Mountain View Buildings, Temecula, CA; September 2024 - Ongoing Ms. Tollet served as the senior biologist for this project. This project constructs two industrial buildings as part of Phase 7 of the MS Mountain View series of buildings. Building 17 will have 69,095 square feet and building 21 will have 17,136 square feet. Both buildings are w ithin a planned Industrial Park.

UltraSystems will prepare an IS/MND and relevant technical studies. (No. 7291)
Palmdale Boulevard Self -Storage Project, City of Palmdale, CA; March 2025 - Ongoing
Ms. Tollett is leading a botanical inventory, western Joshua tree ( Yucca brevifolia var. brevifolia) census survey, reconnaissance -level survey, and burrow survey for Mohave ground squirrel (Spermophilus mohavensis ) burrowing owl ( Athene cunicularia), on this approximately seven- acre site in Palmdale, California. This project proposes to construct a mini-storage facility, consisting of eight buildings totaling 94,100 sq. ft., a boat and recreational vehicle parking area, and a 900 sq. ft. office buil ding on an approximately 1 - acre project site in the City of Palmdale, California. UltraSystems will prepare CEQA compliance documentation and will survey for western Joshua trees and install wildlife cameras for the project. (No. 7321)

Years of Experience
26 Years with Firm
15 Education
• B.A., Botany and
Environmental Science,
University of Montana,
Missoula, MT, 2000
Professional
Certifications
• Certified Arborist (WE-12103-A)
• CDFW SCP, California Bumble Bee
Atlas
• Mitigation Measures & Monitoring,
CNPS, Plant Science Training
Program (2020)
• CRAM Vernal Pools (2017).
• CRAM Instructor-in-Training
(2017).
• Certified Caulerpa taxifolia
Surveyor, NMFS (2013/2014).
• Southwestern Willow Flycatcher
(2013).
• Western Pond Turtle Workshop,
Elkhorn Slough Coastal Training
(2012).
• Sea and Sage Audubon Society,
Advanced Bird Identification
Courses (2012).
• CDFW Flat-tailed Horned Lizard
Training (2012).
• California Rapid Assessment
Method (CRAM) (2012, 2017).
• CDFW Scientific Collection Permit,
SCP#8526.
• Wetland Regional Field Training,
Wetland Training Institute,
Certificate (2011).
• The Desert Tortoise Council,
Workshop (2011).
• 24-hour HazComm Hazardous
Materials Training (2004).

Michelle B. Tollett

13330 Magnolia Ave. Residential Development, Riverside, CA; November 2021 – July 2024 Ms. Tollet served as the senior biologist for this project. This project would construct multi -family housing complex on approximately 4.5 acres in the unincorporated Home Gardens community of Riverside County. The complex would consist of 46 single family residential units and 44 attached townhouses. There would be a community recreation facility with a pool and landscaping along the interior roadways. UltraSystems prepared an IS/MND for this project. (No. 7127)
1694 Del Mar Avenue, Laguna Beach, CA; April 2023 - June 2023 Ms. Tollet served as the senior biologist for this project. This private client was building a new home on the vacant lot at 1694 Del Mar Avenue in Laguna Beach, CA. UltraSystems prepared a CEQA compliant Biological Report as required by the City of Laguna Beach. (No. 7217)
Palmdale Warehouse Project - Permits, Palmdale, CA; May 2022 - August 2022 Ms. Tollet served as the senior biologist for this project. UltraSystems helped First Carbon Solutions (FCS) to amend the existing permit applications (notifications), including the Lake and Streambed Alteration (LSA) to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) and the Waste Discharge Requirement (WDR) to the Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB). Additionally, UltraSystems coordinated with the resource agencies and provide project management to support the development of the Palmdale Wa rehouse Project, City of Palmdale, California. (No. 7087a)
Chadwick Ranch Estates Project, Los Angeles County, CA; July 2019 - July 2022 Ms. Tollett assisted with the peer review of biological resources documents prepared by Glenn Lukos Associates and Dudek in tandem with the City of Bradbury. The baseline document review included a Biological Technical Report with Rare Plant Survey, CAGN Survey Report, Tree Protection and Preservation Report, and Jurisdictional Delineation, in support of CEQA. The peer review included comments/edits to all rep orts, site mapping, CNDDB Analysis, and Cultural Resources Site Assessment. A thorough review of the special-status resources present included review of the mitigation presented for 73 acres of impacts to undeveloped coastal sage scrub, chaparral, native oak habitat, and protected jurisdictional waterways, including a conservation easement for 50% of the site. Ms. Tollett participated in the preparation of the EIR Biological Resources Section for the Chadwick Ranch Estates.

Mango Warehouse – Biological Compliance, Pre-Construction Biological Monitoring, City of Fontana, CA; January 2022 - June 2022
Ms. Tollett’s role as a Biological Consultant (Senior Biologist) was to direct and coordinate efforts for preparation of a Pre-Construction Nesting Bird Survey Report and a Burrowing Owl Habitat (Athene cunicularia) Assessment Report in order to maintain compliance with the requirements of the MMRP provided as part of the project’s IS/MND.

Sierra Avenue Apartments – Tree Permit, City of Grand Terrace, CA; August 2019 - December 2019 Ms. Tollet served as a senior biologist for this project. UltraSystems prepared the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND) with supporting technical studies, including an Air Quality Study, Noise Study, Cultural Resources Study, Biological Resources Evaluation, and Arborist Report, for this project. Fontana Municipal Code Chapter 28 Article III., Preservation of Heritage, Significant, and Specimen Trees, establishes regulations for the protection and preservation of heritage trees, significan t trees, and specimen trees on public and private property.

Any development involving tree removal would be subject to the provisions of Chapter 28 Article III. In particular, Code Section 28 -64, Permit Required for Removal of Heritage, Significant and Spe cimen Trees, specifies that no person shall remove or cause the removal of any heritage, significant, or specimen tree unless a Tree Removal Permit is first obtained.

Fontana Victoria Residential Project, City of Fontana, CA; December 2019 - September 2019 The City of Fontana is processing applications for a variety of entitlements, which if approved, would facilitate the development of the Fontana Victoria residential project, a 193-unit, single-family residential detached cluster project on a 21.7 acre currently vacant site. Ms. Tollett served as the lead ISA-certified arborist and managed the preparation of an Arborist Report to support the addendum to the Westgate Specific Plan (WSP) Program Environmental Impact Report (PEIR) in compliance with CEQA. The addendum analyzes the physical environmental effects of the Fontana Victoria residential project, including planning, construction, and operational phases.

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APPENDIX B
Sample Peer Review

PROPOSAL TO PROVIDE CEQA

CONSULTING SERVICES

SUN MESA SELF-STORAGE FACILITY

SUN MESA ROAD & NEWTON ROAD

YUCCA VALLEY, CA
APN 0597-111-67

Presented to:

Lesley Copeland, Town Clerk
Town of Yucca Valley
57090 29 Palms Highway
Yucca Valley, CA
E: [email protected]
C: 760/369-6585 x226

Prepared by:

UltraSystems Environmental Inc.
16431 Scientific Way
Irvine, CA 92618
Proposal No. 250413

April 2025

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1.0 COVER LETTER
April 25, 2025

Town of Yucca Valley VIA FEDEX
Attn: Lesley Copeland
Town Clerk
57090 29 Palms Highway
Yucca Valley, CA 92284
[email protected]

SUBJECT: Proposal for En vironmental Consulting S ervices Related to CEQA Documentation a nd Co mpliance for the Sun Mesa Self -Storage Facility Development Project
Dear Ms. Copeland:

UltraSystems Environmental Inc. (“UltraSystems”) is pleased to submit our proposal to the town of Yucca Valley (“Town”). UltraSystems is a full-service planning and environmental consulting firm serving public and private sector clients throughout California. Since our inception in 1994, we have successfully prepared more than 7,000 environmental compliance documents pursuant to CEQA/NEPA, as well as engineering studies and focused technical reports. Our team can perform robust CEQA environmental analysis and document preparation for this project.

The core project team will be based in our Irvine office, led by Betsy Lindsay, MURP, Founder/CEO and Robert Reicher, MBA, ENV SP, Senior Project Manager. Their knowledge, skills and experience are highlighted herein and will leverage their leadership skills with our experienced in-house experts to manage and provide the required services.

UltraSystems is committed to successful project management, time management and timely delivery of every project it undertakes. I t is our responsibility as a consultant to develop legally defensible environmental documents and to communicate our technical knowledge clearly and concisely to our client, and ultimately, to the public.

As the Founder /CEO of UltraSystems, I am a duly authorized officer of the firm with the legal authority to bind and commit the firm to contractual obligations. This proposal remains in effect for a period of not less than 90 days from the date of submittal. Should you need any additional information, you can reach me via email at [email protected], telephone (949) 788-4900 ext. 227, or cellphone (949) 274-3935.

Sincerely,

Betsy A. Lindsay, MURP
Founder/CEO

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 C
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2.0 Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 3

3.0 The UltraSystems Project Team .......................................................................................... 3

3.1 Key Management Personnel for this Project ................................................................. 5

4.0 Understanding of the Proposed Project ........................................................................... 7

5.0 Work Program Approach ...................................................................................................... 8

6.0 Work Program ........................................................................................................................... 8

7.0 Performance Schedule ......................................................................................................... 13

8.0 Cost Estimate ........................................................................................................................... 15 LI

ST OF TABLES
Table 3.0-1 – Project Team Key Personnel................................................................................................ 4 Table 7.0-1 – Mitigated Negative Declaration Milestone Schedule .............................................. 14 Table 8.0-1 – Fixed Fee Costs....................................................................................................................... 15 Table 8.0-2 – UltraSystems Labor Rates ................................................................................................. 16 Table 8.0-3 – UltraSystems Costs ................................................................................................................17 A

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2.0 INTRODUCTION
UltraSystems Environmental (UltraSystems) is pleased to provide this proposal to prepare CEQA compliance documentation for a proposed self-storage facility, consisting of 16 detached storage structures, totaling approximately 89,700 square feet and a 400 square foot manager’s office. Public infrastructure improvements would include a sixty-foot (60’) wide, requiring paving twenty-six (26’) half width, local road along Newton Lane with curb, gutter, and sidewalk, from the proposed project site south to Buena Vista Drive.

The Town, acting as Lead Agency under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), requires that a comprehensive Initial Study (IS) be prepared , and that based on the results of the IS either an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) or a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) would be prepared.

This proposal does the following: (1) introduces the members of our Project Team who will remain committed to the project from the time of contract award through adoption of the IS/MND or EIR, (2) presents our understanding of the proposed project and upcoming assignment , as well as our approach to ensuring its successful completion, (3) provides a scope of services designed to ensure full compliance with applicable provisions of CEQA and its attendant Guidelines, both as amended, (4) advances a realistic performance s chedule by which to successfully complete the scope of services, and (5) identifies the costs estimated to execute the scope of services on a task by task and person basis.

3.0 THE ULTRASYSTEMS PROJECT TEAM
UltraSystems is a full-service planning and environmental consulting firm serving public and private sector clients throughout California. Our firm is comprised of a diverse group of project management, environmental/urban planning professionals, engineers, scientists and support staff that have collectively developed an outstanding reputation as a firm that delivers work products fully compliant with applicable regulatory and jurisdictional requirements, reflecting the highest standards of professional car e and , when applicable, fully compliant with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The firm’s headquarters is in Irvine, California. We also maintain offices elsewhere in California. Any work performed by our firm on the upcoming assignment would be managed and undertaken by personnel in our Irvine office.

Preparing, processing and independently reviewing CEQA and NEPA compliance documents has been a core service since the founding of UltraSystems in 1994. During the ensuing 30+ years, the firm has prepared over 7,000 environmental reports, engineering studies, or technical assessments.

This experience has also fostered the development of other significant expertise including, but not limited to, coordinating with local, state, federal, and other governmental agencies; environmental and regulatory permitting, conducting community outreach and public participation programs; and, noticing, among others.

UltraSystems employs 52 professional and support personnel. The professional personnel comprise a multidisciplinary team of talented and experienced project managers, urban and environmental planners, scientists, archaeologists, biologists, geologists, hydrologists, engineers, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) specialists. This team is adept at completing environmental analyses, CEQA and NEPA documents, technical studies, permits and entitlements, design and plan reviews, and construction environment al monitoring to satisfy environmental laws and regulations from  CEQA CONSULTING SERVICES 

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initial project planning through construction. The availability of such technical diversity in -house often enables us to undertake assignments with little or no required input from sub-consultants. As discussed later in this proposal, this capability enhances communication and facilitates opportunities to deliver our work products cost effectively and on time.

Our Project Team is comprised of individuals with extensive project management and technical expertise and experience applied to the successful preparation of CEQA compliance documents for hundreds of projects throughout California , including self -storage projects . The Project Team committed to successfully undertaking the environmental review of the proposed project is shown on the table below.

Serving as Project Director will be the firm’s owner, Ms. Betsy A. Lindsay , MURP, Founder/CEO.

She will represent all facets of our firm’s contractual commitments to the Town and ensure that all resource requirements are met during the execution of the Work Program. Robert Reicher, MBA will serve as our Senior Project Manager on this assignment. As such, he will be responsible for the day-to-day activities of the Project Team and will be our Primary Point of Contact with the Client and with the Town.

Mr. Reicher has extensive experience preparing and managing CEQA compliance documents. Further, Mr. Reicher is presently and has in the past been involved with the preparation of CEQA compliance documents for many industrial projects, including self-storage facilities. Our firm also has an On-Call Environmental Services Contract with the Town of Yucca Valley.

Table 3.0-1
Project Team Key Personnel, Roles, Yrs. of Experience
Team Member Name | Degree Project Role Yrs. exp.

Project Management
Betsy A. Lindsay, MURP, ENV SP
Project Director Contract Administration, Resource Allocation 40+ Robert Reicher, MBA, ENV SP
Senior Project Manager
Project Management, Project Description, CEQA Deliverables QA/QC– Primary Point of Contact 40+
Billye Breckenridge, BS
Deputy Project Manager
Land Use, Alternatives, Cumulative Effects, Mandatory Findings of Significance, CEQA Deliverables QA/QC – Alternate Contact 15 Key Technical Staff
Dr. Michael Rogozen, D. Env.

Senior Principal Engineer Air Quality/Greenhouse Gas Emissions Assessment, Noise 40+ Isha Shah, MS
Senior Engineer Energy, Air Quality 8
Michelle Tollett, BS, ISA
Senior Biologist Biological Resources 24
Steven O’Neil, MS, RPA
Cultural Resources Manager Cultural Resources, Tribal Cultural Resources (AB 52) 40+ Stephen Chesterman, B.Eng
GIS Analyst GIS, Spatial Analysis 30
Michael Milroy, MS
Project Manager Geology, Soils, Hydrology, Mineral Resources 24 Steven Borjeson, BA
Senior Planner Aesthetics, Agricultural Resources, Recreation, Wildfire 8 Victor Paitimusa, BA, ENV SP
Senior Planner
Population and Housing, Public Services, Utilities/Service Systems, Recreation 4
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3.1 Key Management Personnel for this Project
Presented below are the bios of Betsy Lindsay, Project Director, and Robert Reicher, UltraSystems’ designated Senior Project Manager.

BETSY LINDSAY, MURP, ENV SP | Principal-in-Charge/Project Director As UltraSystems’ Principal, Ms. Lindsay will ensure client satisfaction with those services provided by the UltraSystems Project Team under this contract to the Town. In this role, Ms. Lindsay will be responsible for assuring resources are available to complete this project within budget and on schedule. She will help oversee the quality assurance program and be the primary contact for all matters relating to the contract with the Town, and its execution.

Ms. Lindsay has over 40 years of experience, has successfully prepared over 500 environmental documents for a broad spectrum of projects, and has managed over 20 large-scale, On-call/as-needed contracts that have encompassed thousands of task orders relating to public agency projects. Below are listed some of the environmental projects she has been involved over the last couple of years.

EDUCATION
 MURP., Urban and Regional Planning, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, CA  B.S., Geography, California State University, Long Beach, CA

PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS, LICENSES AND AFFILIATIONS
• Institute of Sustainable Infrastructure, Envision Sustainability Professional

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
• City of Fontana, Slover Warehouse – IS/MND
• City of Fontana, Clover Warehouse – Addendum
• City of Fontana, Boyle Warehouse – Addendum
• City of Fontana, Mango Warehouse – IS/MND
• City of Fontana, DCT Jurupa Logistics Center Distribution Center – Addendum • City of San Dimas, Allen and Cataract Warehouse – IS/MND • Santa Barbara County Calle Real Campus, Santa Barbara, CA -PEIR • Fontana Civic Center Expansion, Fontana, CA – IS/MND
• Centennial High School Aquatic Center, Corona, CA – IS/MND • Midland Plaza Shopping Center, Fontana, CA – IS/MND
• The City at Jurupa Valley Specific Plan, Jurupa Valley, CA – EIR • Green Day Village Mixed Use, Desert Hot Springs, CA – IS/MND • Kaiser Medical Center, Redlands, CA - EIR
• La Mirada High School New Football Stadium, La Mirada, CA – IS/MND • Saint Agnes Medical Center Campus and Emergency Department, Fresno, CA – IS/MND • Seaside Lagoon and Waterfront Promenade, Redondo Beach, CA – IS/MND • High Street Mixed-Use Project, Moorpark, CA – IS/MND
• Sierra Avenue Townhomes, Fontana, CA – IS/MND
• Citrus Avenue Condominiums, Fontana, CA – IS/MND
• Rio Hondo Park, Pico Rivera, CA – IS/MND
• City of San Clemente, Richard T. Steed Memorial Park, San Clemente, CA – IS/MND

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ROBERT REICHER, MBA, ENV SP | Senior Project Manager
Mr. Reicher has been active in the real estate industry for over 40 years, holding positions with major developers and independent consulting firms. He has served as an advisor and consultant to many prominent builders, developers, major corporations, lenders, and government agencies throughout the nation and has provided expert witness and litigation support services for both public and private sector entities. As a Senior Project Manager at UltraSystems, he has managed teams of environmental consultants, planners and technical analysts for projects in all major land uses, including residential, retail, commercial office, industrial, mixed use, medical, educational, institutional, recreational and logistics.

Listed below are some of the environmental projects that Mr. Reicher has been involved in over the last couple of years.

EDUCATION
 MBA, Marketing, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA  B.S., Marketing, University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), Los Angeles, CA

PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS, LICENSES AND AFFILIATIONS
• Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP)
• Real Estate Broker, State of CA
• Urban Land Institute

RECENT SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
• Temple City Self Storage, El Monte, CA
• Brixx Mini-Storage, Palmdale, CA
• RV Storage Facility, Carlsbad, CA
• Calabash Industrial Warehouse, Fontana, CA
• Conco Industrial Warehouse, Fontana, CA
• Fontana, ABF Freight Almond/Banana - 18,240 sq. ft. additional truck docks and trailer storage • Chino, CSG Pallet Industrial –22,267 sq. ft. manufacturing facility • Alessandro 31-lot Single Family Project, Moreno Valley, CA • Valley Gardens Apartments, Moreno Valley, CA
• Green Day Village Mixed Use, Desert Hot Springs, CA
• The District at Jurupa Valley Specific Plan, Jurupa Valley, CA • Sierra Avenue Townhomes, Fontana, CA
• Citrus Avenue Condominiums, Fontana, CA
• Municipal Code Text Amendment 20-0005, San Dimas, CA
• High Street Mixed-Use Project, Moorpark, CA
• Midland Plaza Shopping Center, Fontana, CA
• Santa Barbara County Calle Real Campus, Santa Barbara, CA • Fontana Civic Center Expansion, Fontana, CA
• Saint Agnes Medical Center Campus and Emergency Department, Fresno, CA

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4.0 UNDERSTANDING OF THE PROPOSED PROJECT
According to the Town’s RFP, the project site is located at the southeast corner of Sun Mesa Road and Newton Road (APN 0597-111-67). The project site consists of a 4.34-acre vacant parcel and is within an area identified by the Town’s General Plan as a Wildlife Corridor Evaluation Area. The project site is also located in an area identified a “Moderate” paleontological resource area.

The proposed project includes the removal of
multiple western Joshua trees, which are currently
under consideration by the California Fish & Game
Commission as a candidate species under the
California Endangered Species Act (CESA). The
biological assessment prepared for the proposed
project identifies the site as marginally suitable for desert tortoise ; however, no desert tortoises were
observed. The biological assessment identifies the
site as habitat suitable for nesting birds. There are
numerous Western Joshua Trees located on the
project site and along Lomita Lane.

The project applicant has provided the following
technical studies to the Town:
• Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Analysis
• Biological Resources Assessment
• Rare Plant Survey
• Western Joshua Tree Census
• Cultural Resources Assessment
• Noise and Vibration Impact Analysis
• Trip Generation and VMT Screening Memo
• Soils Report
• Geotechnical Report
• Percolation Report
• Drainage Study
• Phase 1 ESA
• Hydrology Report

The proposed project requires environmental review pursuant to applicable provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, and attendant State CEQA Guidelines, both as amended, and locally adopted. Based on a preliminary review of the project, UltraSystems has determined that an IS/MND will likely be the appropriate CEQA compliance document.

Our approach to undertaking the upcoming assignme nt begins with developing a comprehensive understanding of the proposed projec t. In addition to reviewing the conceptual site p lan by the project applicant , we will obtain from your design team information pertaining to project construction including, construction phasing, construction staging locations, construction equipment mixes and composition, and number of construction workers. This will facilitate the accurate assessment of the project’s potential impacts, and develop meaningful mitigation as warranted.

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5.0 WORK PROGRAM APPROACH
Our approach to preparing the Initial Study will be relatively straightforward. F or each environmental factor, current baseline conditions and , where applicable, projected baseline conditions will be presented in sufficient detail to enable the reader to not only understand what they are, but how they may change as a result of the proposed self- storage project. The impact analyses provided in the Initial Study will employ methods and comprise levels of detail commensurate with the specificity of available baseline conditions data. The background data collection and the technical reports to be prepared will provide the foundation for most impact discussions. For each environmental factor, the type and extent of all applicable impacts will be presented and be focused by the questions under each environmental factor as set forth in Appendix G of the CEQA Guidelines.

Thereafter, all identified impacts will be assigned a level of significance based on established quantitative and qualitative Thresholds of Significance. Mitigation measures will then be developed if warranted. Our approach to the mitigation measure discussions under each environmental factor is to first identify project features designed to minimize a particular impact, then identify regulatory compliance requirements designed to minimize a particular significant impact, and lastly, present any mitigation measures required to reduce any identified potential significant impacts.

We understand that it is critical to maintain ongoing communications with the Town throughout the IS preparation period. Most important among the reasons to do so is that in the event a problematic impact conclusion is identified, immediate notification to the Town of the relevant circumstances would enable them to inform the design team of the circumstances and, if necessary, affect a project change addressing the problematic issue.

6.0 WORK PROGRAM
Our Work Program follows and is organized by Major Tasks and Tasks.

MAJOR TASK 1.0 – PROJECT INITIATION, MEETING, MANAGEMENT & PROJECT

DESCRIPTION
Task 1.1: Project Kick-Off and Progress Meetings. This Task consists of attendance by our Project Director and Sr. Project Manager at one project kick-off meeting via Zoom/Teams. This meeting is critical to setting the tone for all subsequent efforts. This task also includes the attendance of our Senior Project Manager at any Project progress meetings during the contract performance period. It is anticipated that all of these meetings will be virtual. UltraSystems will be available throughout the term of our s ervices to respond to Town staff requests for input concerning various aspects of the CEQA process.

Task 1.2: Project Management and Coordination . This Task consists of routine project management and communications functions of our Project Manager throughout the contract performance period.

Task 1.3: Project Description . After receiving a formal notice to proceed and receipt of project - related information, UltraSystems will prepare a draft project description for review and comment by the Town. The Project Description will contain all the information required under § 15124 of the CEQA Guidelines including a description of the land use plan and timing for construction of all  CEQA CONSULTING SERVICES 

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required improvements. UltraSystems will revise the Project description based on one round of comments received from Town staff and prepare a final Project Description.

Major Task 1.0 Deliverables: One electronic copy each in MS Word and Adobe Acrobat PDF format of the Draft and Final Project Description.

MAJOR TASK 2.0 - TECHNICAL STUDIES – PEER REVIEW
UltraSystems’ Major Task includes the collection of all requisite information for those issues for which no stand -alone technical reports are being prepared and the peer review of all technical studies/technical analyses that were provided by the project applicant.

Task 2.1: Background Data Collection/Evaluation. For those issues in the Initial Study requiring evaluation but for which no technical study will either be prepared or made available by the project applicant, UltraSystems will conduct literature research to document existing conditions at the project site and surrounding area. Sources of data to be used in this analysis include the Town of Yucca Valley General Plan and its Program EIR, or other adopted CEQA documents prepared for other projects in the immediate area, and applicable regional policy plans, among others.

UltraSystems will visit the project site and surroundings to observe and photo document environmental and land use conditions , review the details of the proposed project , review the regulatory setting for the project , and review existing technical studies and information to identify what materials are available for use to inform the CEQA process and if any additional studies or reports are required to prepare the CEQA document.

Task 2.2: Peer Review of Applicant Prepared Technical Studies. The purpose of performing a CEQA adequacy peer-review is to determine if the technical study contains the necessary content to support the environmental analysis that is relevant to the technical study topic. For each of the technical studies provided, UltraSystems will determine the following:

1. Consistence between Technical Studies. The peer review will look for variables such as a consistent structure of the information presented, use of abbreviations and acronyms, bibliography, and other variables.

2. Consistent Representation of Project Information. The project description must be consistent with the technical content in each of the technical studies. The technical analysis of each study will be compared to the project description to verify it is accurately represented and that the analysis presented in the technical study has a logical nexus to the Project Description.

3. Contains Necessary Thresholds of Significance. Each technical study will be reviewed to verify each of the thresholds of significance contained in Appendix G of the CEQA Guidelines and any local thresholds of significance typically applied by the Town pursuant to its own adopted Local Guidelines for Implementing the California Environmental Quality Act.

Peer review will consist of all technical studies/reports submitted by the Project Applicant, including the following:
• Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Analysis
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• Biological Resources Assessment
• Rare Plant Survey
• Western Joshua Tree Census
• Cultural Resources Assessment
• Noise and Vibration Impact Analysis
• Trip Generation and VMT Screening Memo
• Soils Report
• Geotechnical Report
• Percolation Report
• Drainage Study
• Phase 1 ESA
• Hydrology Report

Deliverable: Provided a written PDF format memorandum to the Town relating to each technical study. The memorandum will detail and deficiencies in the technical work product and address the need for consistency.

Town Staff’s Obligation. The project applicant will have their consultants review and re -submit an updated version of the technical studies, based on the comments received from UltraSystems. After completeness by the Town, we will include each report in the technical appendices of the Initial Study.

MAJOR TASK 3.0 - INITIAL STUDY AND MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION Task 3.1: Administrative Draft Initial Study. UltraSystems will prepare an Initial Study (IS) pursuant to CEQA § 21080 and §§ 15060 through 15065 of the CEQA Guidelines. Technical analyses (refer to Major Task 2.0 ) will be conducted for different environmental resource areas, as needed, and well-supported responses for all questions listed in CEQA Appendix G will be provided.

Environmental issues to be considered include the following topical areas , including the required Mandatory Findings of Significance.

Topical Areas to be Discussed
Aesthetics Greenhouse Gas Emissions Population/Housing
Agricultural & Forestry Resources Hazardous Materials Public Services Air Quality Hydrology and Water Quality Recreation
Biological Resources Land Use/Planning Transportation/Traffic Cultural Resources Mineral Resources Utilities and Service Systems Geology & Soils Noise Tribal Cultural Resources
Wildfire Mandatory Findings of Significance Energy

The following provides an annotated Table of Contents of the Initial Study.  Section 1.0 Introduction. This section of the Initial Study will describe the contents of the document, its purpose and statutory authority, and summarize its findings. It will also provide information regarding the project site and its environment.

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 Section 2.0 Project Description . This section will discuss the proposed site plan . It will describe the dimensions and design of the proposed structures ; its operation al characteristics; and project construction.

 Section 3.0 Determination. This section contains the Lead Agency’s formal statement that it has determined that a Mitigated Negative Declaration will be prepared.

 Section 4.0 Evaluation of Environmental Impacts. This is where the assessment of impacts is presented and for each environmental topic identified above this section will describe the physical and regulatory settings, identify thresholds of impact significance, identify any significant or potentially significant impacts, and if warranted, identify mitigation measures.

 Section 5.0 References, List of Acronyms, and List of Preparers.

 Appendices: All Technical Reports and other substantive information, Comments Received.

Task 3.2: CEQA Memorandum. After completion of the above tasks, UltraSystems would prepare a brief memo to the Town summarizing the findings and provide recommendations for the required CEQA documentation for the proposed project. This will include a meeting (via Teams) with the Town and discussion of each resource area and options for the final CEQA document (Negative Declaration, Mitigated Negative Declaration, or Environmental Impact Report). UltraSystems would also make recommendations and facilitate the preparation of additional technical studies, if needed.

Task 3. 3: Administrative Draft MND and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program.

UltraSystems would use the Initial Study as the basis for preparation of the administrative draft MND.

Mitigation measures would be selected to avoid or reduce potential environmental impacts to less than significant levels, where feasible. UltraSystems will also prepare a draft Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines § 15097. The MMRP will specify:
(1) the responsibility for implementation; (2) the timing for implementation; (3) the mechanisms of monitoring activities, including the frequency, contact and format for reporting requirements; and (4) the content, requirements and ultimate disposition of a Final MMRP.

Task 3. 4: Native American Tribal Consultation. UltraSystems will assist staff with required consultation with the required Native American Tribes through the AB 52 notification and consultation process.

Major Task 3.0 Deliverables: One electronic copy in Adobe Acrobat .pdf format and three hard copies of the Administrative Draft Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program.

TASK 4.0: PUBLIC DRAFT INITIAL STUDY, MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION, AND

MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM

Task 4.1 : Public Draft IS/MND and MMRP. After receipt of the Town ’s comments on the administrative draft IS/MND and MMRP, UltraSystems will revise the A dministrative Draft IS/MND and MMRP. Based on the comments received, we will resubmit the Draft IS/MND to the Town as the Public Draft IS/MND. After Town staff review and approval, UltraSystems will finalize the Draft IS/MND for print and public circulation.
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Please note that it is anticipated that there will be two (2) rounds of comments between Town staff and UltraSystems relating to the Draft and Final Initial Study.

Major Task 4.0 Deliverables: One electronic copy in MS Word format and up to five paper copies of the Draft Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program.

TASK 5.0: PUBLIC AND AGENCY REVIEW

Task 5.1: Public and Agency Review of Draft IS/MND. This task facilitates efforts to be undertaken to post, file and circulate the Draft IS/MND. Distribution will occur in accordance with a list to be provided by Town staff. UltraSystems will prepare a master copy of the Draft IS/MND for reproduction. UltraSystems will coordinate the production of copies for public distribution and deliver the environmental document (IS/MND) to the State Clearinghouse. The budget for this scope of work includes the payment of any required fees and assumes the reimbursement of fees by the Town. This Task will be completed via the work efforts identified below. • UltraSystems will secure a distribution list from the Town and subject it to review to make certain that it includes all applicable Local, Responsible and Trustee agencies defined in CEQA Guidelines § 15381 and § 15386.
• UltraSystems will prepare and distribute a Notice of Completion (NOC) which will also serve as the environmental document transmittal form to all recipients of the NOI, public Draft IS/MND, and Draft MMRP.
• UltraSystems will prepare and distribute a Notice of Intent to Adopt (NOI) to the County Clerk and State Clearinghouse to announce the 30 -day public review period as required by Public Resources Code § 21091(b) and CEQA Guidelines § 15073. The NOI, Draft I nitial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration and Draft MMRP will be filed electronically with the State Clearinghouse along with the Notice of Completion and their Summary Form. • UltraSystems will mail up to 25 required notices to affected agencies and interested persons or stakeholders. Mailings will be via US Mail.
• If requested , UltraSystems will also have the Notice of Intent (NOI) posted in a local newspaper of general circulation.

Major Task 5.0 Deliverables: One electronic copy each in MS Word and Adobe Acrobat PDF format of the Notice of Completion, Notice of Intent to Adopt, Final Distribution List, verifications of document delivery/receipt and filing fee payment receipts. Up to five bound copies of the IS/MND.

TASK 6.0: FINAL IS/MND/MMRP/PUBLIC HEARINGS/NOD

Task 6.1: Response to Comments. UltraSystems will prepare responses to environmental comments received on the Draft IS/MND. Upon receipt of comments on the IS/MND during the 30-day review period, UltraSystems would review the content of the letters to determine the nature and extent of the response to comments (RTC) effort. This scope of work assumes UltraSystems will prepare responses for up to twenty separate environmental comments (not comment letters)  CEQA CONSULTING SERVICES 

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received on the Draft IS/MND. The RTC would be provided to the Town, and after receiving one set of consolidated comments from the Town, the RTC would be finalized. The budget allows for 20 responses to comments (not comment letters). Responding to over twenty separate comments in the Response to Comments document would be compensated for in accordance with the terms and conditions contained in our Standard Rate Schedule.

Task 6.2: Final IS/MND and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program. UltraSystems will prepare the final IS/MND that will include revisions to the Draft IS/MND based on comments received. If required, UltraSystems will assist the Town in soliciting and incorporating the views of Responsible and Trustee Agencies regarding the scope and appropriateness of the monitoring and reporting program and finalize the MMRP.

Task 6.3: Public Hearing Attendance. UltraSystems will attend (either electronically or in-person as desired by the Town ) one (1) public hearing for the proposed project to answer questions regarding the environmental document and impact analysis . If required, UltraSystems, in cooperation with Town staff, shall prepare any materials that would be required and will participate at such meetings to the extent determined appropriate.

Should environmental issues arise at those hearings requiring additional investigation(s) beyond the scope of this proposal, UltraSystems will provide the Town with specific recommendations concerning an appropriate response(s) and, following the Town’s authorization to proceed, will undertake the preparation of any additional studies that may be required because of determination by the Town. Attendance at additional public hearings beyond the one identified above would be compensated for in accordance with the terms and conditions contained in our 2025 Standard Rate Schedule.

Task 6.4: Notice of Determination. UltraSystems will prepare the project Notice of Determination (NOD) and post it after the Town has adopted the Final IS/MND. UltraSystems’ staff will post the NOD with the Office of the County Clerk – San Bernardino County within two working days of the approval of the Final MND. The payment of County Clerk filing fees ($50) necessary to file the NOD with the County Clerk and the filing fees for the 202 5 California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) in the amount of $2,968.75 will be paid directly by UltraSystems. A copy of the NOD will also be sent electronically to the State Clearinghouse (OPR) for filing.

Major Task 6.0 Deliverables : One electronic copy each in Adobe Acrobat .pdf format of the Draft Response to Comments. One electronic copy in MS Word format and up to 10 bound paper copies of the Final Response to Comments, and Final IS/MND including the Final MMRP. One electronic copy each in MS Word and Adobe Acrobat PDF format of the Notice of Determination.

Note: UltraSystems does not anticipate that an EIR is warranted, since none of the technical studies present information that is significant and unavoidable. Therefore, we believe (at this time) that all topical issues can be mitigated and will result in less than significant impact.

7.0 PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
For the IS/MND, UltraSystems proposes a performance schedule for this proposed project which would have the CEQA compliance document ready to go to public hearing in 5 months or less from commencement.
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MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION (MND) MILESTONE SCHEDULE

TASKS TASK DURATION
(IN WEEKS)

CUMULATIVE DURATION
(IN WEEKS)
Attend Project Kick-Off Meeting <1 <1
Prepare Project Description (include 1 week of
Town review and 1 week of UEI revisions) 3 4
Peer review of all Technical Studies/Reports
provided by the Project Applicant 3 7
Administrative Draft Initial Study 3 10
Town Review (2 week) 2 12
Proof check IS, Print check IS, MMRP 1 13
Town Review (2 week) 2 15
Prepare NOI and NOC - 15
Circulation Period (30 days) 4 19
Response to Comments 2 21
Public Hearings TBD TBD
Project Management and Coordination Continuous Continuous AB 52 Support As Needed As Needed
TOTAL 21
Assumptions:

1. Task 1.0 is assumed to be the week UltraSystems is provided written authorization to begin work.

2. UltraSystems is not responsible for schedule delays beyond its control.

3. Tasks may be performed concurrently within the same week, begin concurrently, or both.

4. Weeks are assumed to be work weeks consisting of five days.

5. The public hearing(s) would take place at the Town’s discretion.

6. Each Town review round will consist of two weeks.

7. Each UltraSystems revision round will consist of up to one week.  APPENDICES 

Sample Peer Review Deliverables for
Sun Mesa Self-Storage Facility, Yucca Valley

Review Action Code:

A – Will Comply
B – Will Evaluate
C – As Noted – No further action required
D – Disagree – See Response
E – Will Meet and Confer
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1 General
The CalEEMod analysis shows a construction start date of October 15, 2024. Once a new start date has been established, the model needs to be rerun. Results tables and text discussions will need to be updated throughout this report.
2 1
Project Location
and Description,
2nd ¶
Project Description has changed (see plans dated 4/7/2025).Total square footage, number of buildings and project layout smaller than previous plan. Revise text to reflect current plan. New plan data should be utilized in revised CalEEMod.
2 3 Air Quality
Background, 4th ¶ Particulate matter can be important both regionally and locally. MR 3 5
Energy
Background,
Electricity, last ¶
This breakdown by energy source is misleading. I checked the CEC reference, which shows that hydroelectric and nuclear are included in the "Total non-GHG and Renewables" category. Please make this clear, because the way the data are presented, it looks like the values add up to more that 100%.

MR
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Energy
Background,
Electricity, last ¶
The CEC report for 2023 has been issued. (https://www.energy.ca.gov/data-reports/energy- almanac/california-electricity-data/2023-total-system-electric-generation) You may want to revise the whole paragraph. You could show that natural gas has decreased while "renewables" have gone up. 5 18
San Bernardino
County
Greenhouse Gas
Reduction Plan,
1st sentence
It is hard to tell whether the 21 Partnership Cities adopted the the GHG emission inventory, the reduction measures, or both. Whatever the answer is, it is better to change "was adopted" to "were adopted." Since you mention twice that the plan was adopted in 2021, it would be better to leave adoption out of the first sentence, so that it just deals with what's in the plan. Then cover the adoption and date in a new sentence,
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San Bernardino
County
Greenhouse Gas
Reduction Plan,
1st sentence
At least twice after the "21 Partnership Cities here," the text refers to "25 Partnership Cities." Correct where necessary.
7 20 2nd line on page You should also mention emissions from vendor vehicles and waste hauling trucks. 8 20 1st full ¶ on page This doesn't make sense: "The proposed project would not require any soil import or export, which were also included in CalEEMod."
9 20
Operational
Emissions, 2nd ¶,
4th sentence
Change "identifies" to "estimates"
10 20
Operational
Emissions, 2nd ¶,
6th sentence
Change "As such" to "Therefore"
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Construction
Greenhouse Gas
Emissions, 1st ¶,
next-to-last
sentence
I am puzzled by the sentence, "Furthermore, CH4 is emitted during the fueling of heavy equipment." Is that supposed to mean that methane emissions occur during loading of heavy equipment of diesel fuel? I doubt that this occurs. If it is supposed to mean that methane is emitted from operation of heavy equipment, well, that is stated in the previous sentence. Fix this. 12 33
1st bullet, 5th
sentence Change "As such" to "Therefore"
13 34 Each of last two
sentences on page Change "As such" to "Therefore"
LSA - Air Quality, Energy, and Greenhouse Gas Technical Memorandum Review Action Code:

A – Will Comply
B – Will Evaluate
C – As Noted – No further action required
D – Disagree – See Response
E – Will Meet and Confer
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1 1 Edit needed for Pinyon Pine, this species does not appear on the graphic or on the species observed list.

GLOBAL
1 1 Introduction Please use the complete species name, which includes "var. brevifolia", Include listing status at time of survey (future reviewers will need that if a Commission vote occurs). 2 1 Introduction APN confirmed.
3 1 Introduction Note to bios - Need to confirm APN acreage and survey area acreage. 4 1 Introduction FGC §1927.3 comfirm this code section. 5 1 Methods This first paragraph is personnel bio and background, not methods section. Suggest moving to background or personnel bio for quals.
6 1 Methods
The Project Area should include the roadway improvements surrounding the site. The survey should extend into all easement areas for roadway improvements, then 15-m beyond that "project site" boundary. (subject parcel + roadway improvements = project site) 7 1 Methods Important to note. Access must be granted for the remainder of the survey that will impact the trees. 8 1 Methods Note the equipment used during the survey and units displayed on the height stick that was placed along the stem of each WJT, as shown in photos. It helps the photos tremendously! ty 9 2 Methods number of branches and health assessment must also be done to determine if candidate for transplant. 10 1/2 Methods When did the survey begin and end? It's not stated. 11 2 Results A description of land cover type and site conditions should be included. An overall assessment of tree health and wildlife usage should be included.
12 Figure 2
The Project Area should include the roadway improvements surrounding the site. The survey should extend into all easement areas for roadway improvements, then 15-m beyond that "project site" boundary. (subject parcel + roadway improvements = project site). 1 1 Introduction This acreage conflicts with the BRA, make sure to make it consistent or explain why it is not. APN confirmed.
2 1 Introduction Please include the elevation range stated in the BRA 3,500-4,000 ft. elevation. Please include statement concerning previous rainfall season.
3 1 Introduction Please include the status and bloom period range for each species. Add var. brevifolia for WJT 4 1 Introduction
Are these the only species resulting from the literature review? The BRA doesn't have a total number of species resulting from the literature review query, which species were considered, then removed from consideration, with rationale for removal. CEQA requires disclosure of the species resulting from the review and rationale for impact determination.

Please include statement concerning previous rainfall season to bolster argument for absence. 5 1 Methods
Was a buffer used? Were impacts to the roads and ROW considered and surveyed for the road improvements?
Survey methodology CNPS / CDFW / USFWS, etc. should be mentioned, then state slightly modified survey - as one survey visit for two hours may be challenged. Although it's promising there was a high rainfall year prior season. (confirm my statement on CIMIS) 6 1 Methods The entire site was traversed 2.5 hours? Please state if other similar diminutive species were blooming and that dessicated plants were included to ensure the bloom period did not pass for the year. 7 1 Methods
Please add a statement if a reference site was checked for bloom period based on current year, given that a truncated survey was performed.
8 2 Attachment B:

Figure
If protected desert plants are added to this report, please insert a locations figure with survey area.

If these comments are addressed already in the BRA, then easy fix for this report for consistency.

Thank you. This looked like it was a fun project for you. Regards, MT 9 A-1
Table A: Vascular
Plant Species
Observed
Same comment as below in Cactaceae. GLOBAL
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Table A: Vascular
Plant Species
Observed
These species are included under California Native Desert Plants Act and other ordinances below. It's worth a mention that they are not rare, but still "protected" under the acts/ordinance. The project proponent may need to transplant or ensure that they covered under WJT mitigation for acreage. For disclosure purposes, this should be addressed.

CNDP: https://wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Plants/CA-Desert-Plant-Act Please also check the Protected Native Plants Ordinance City of Yucca Valley website:
https://user.govoutreach.com/yuccavalley/faq.php?cmd=shell&goparms=cid%3D14224 The lead agency may likely take precedence, but the BRA mentions the County ordinance too. Perhaps due to buffer issues overlapping the County boundary. If mention of the County Ordinance is left in the BRA, then also streamline in accordance, if it does in fact apply:
https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/sanbernardino/latest/sanberncty_ca/0-0-0-175787 Check all species on your list versus the above. GLOBAL 11 A-1
Table A: Vascular
Plant Species
Observed
Same comment as above in Cactaceae. GLOBAL
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Table A: Vascular
Plant Species
Observed
Same comment as above in Cactaceae. GLOBAL
1 8 Introduction Confirm the area of the project site.
2 10 Recon Survey Question: bios were onsite for only slightly more than two hours and conducted a recon survey on a 4.92- acre site during that short time?
3 11 Lit Review Results Why did you not conduct the industry-standard 9-quad or 10-mi literature search? Perhaps explain the other quads were reviewed as well, but the same desert species were in the other quad search results. 3 11 Topography & Soils "The topography of the project site is more or less within elevation ranges from approximately…" Perhaps "The elevation ranges from approximately to approximately ___"? Please clarify. 4 11 Topography & Soils The soils are not undefined. Please clarify that no digital soils data was available for the project site. 5 11 Vegetation & Land
Cover Please cite the source and years of historic aerial imagery. 6 12 Table A
Bios were onsite for just over two hours; it might be better to replace "Absent" with "Not Expected to Occur" or similar, then state they were not oberserved, or required habitat was not observed, the site is above/below known elevation range, etc. Two hours is not enough time onsite to declare a species is totally absent. In fact, absence cannot
be determined, only potential for occurrence can be determined. 7 16
Wetlands & Other
Jurisdictional
Waters
Section 1602 states "bed, channel, or bank." The use of commas and correct order of words is important so definitions aren't accidentally changed.
8 16
Wetlands & Other
Jurisdictional
Waters
Capitalize "streambed alteration agreement."
9 16
Wetlands & Other
Jurisdictional
Waters
Were any species observed by sign, audible or otherwise? Or if onsite for two hours, then explain this as a survey limitation.
10 17 T&E Species CESA also prohibits the take of Candidate species, including burrowing owl and Joshua tree. Please revise this paragraph accordingly.
11 18 T&E Species
The document fluctuates between properly describing Rare Plant Ranks as CRPR and "CDFW 1X" (for example). Please revise all descriptions of Rare Plant Ranks to correctly indicate this is a CRPR rank, not a CDFW rank. GLOBAL.
12 18 T&E Species Why is habitat on the project site considered unsuitable? Explain. 13 18 T&E Species Regarding the "absence" of triple-ribbed milk vetch: see Comment #6 and revise accordingly. 14 GLOBAL GLOBAL
A species cannot be determined "absent" from the site, even if it was not observed. It can be determined "not expected to occur" or similar, with reasons stated as part of the determination. See Comment #6 and revise this BRA accordingly.
15 18 Non-Listed SSPs Conducting a Focused Rare Plant Survey on a 4.98-acre site for only 2.5 hours is not enough time, nor a reasonable justification, to declare a species is "absent". See Comments #6 and #15. 16 18
Natural
Communities of
Concern
Edit "The field visit conducted on November 1, 2023..." to say "The western Joshua tree census survey, conducted on November 1, 2023…" There have been several site visits, specifify which visit you are discussing.
17 18
Natural
Communities of
Concern
Refer the reader to the Western Joshua Tree Census Report. 18 19 Veg & Habitat
Impacts Please revise the sentence to clarify that the impacts would not be in the form of Joshua tree woodland. 19 19 T&E Species "Federal" and "State" are inconsistently capitalized in this BRA, sometimes in the same sentence (as in this paragraph). Please decide whether to capitalize or not and be consistent. 20 GLOBAL GLOBAL Confirm acreage of project site in all Bio documents and correct where necessary. 21 19 Western Joshua
Tree Suggest changing "…prior to its removal" to "…prior to the onset of construction activities." 22 19 Burrowing Owl
BRA states that No BUOW, their sign, or suitable burrows were observed during the November 1, 2023, and May 7, 2024, surveys." These surveys were a focused Joshua tree census and focused rare plant survey, respectively. Was an actual burrowing owl habitat assessment conducted that wasn't combined with another focused survey? Is there a report?
23 20 Burrowing Owl
Suggest replacing the last two sentences of the burrowing owl measure with statement to the effect that work with be stopped until an Incidental Take permit is issued from CDFW. Burrowing owl is a Candidate species; eviction and passive relocation are no longer allowed by CDFW. 24 21/22 Local Policies &
Ordinances
The lead agency may take precedence, but the BRA mentions the County ordinance too. For consistency, if left in the BRA, then also streamline in accordance, if it does the County ordinance fact applies:
https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/sanbernardino/latest/sanberncty_ca/0-0-0-175787 Biology
LSA Western Joshua Tree Census
Native Plant Exhibit
LSA Biological Resources Assessment
LSA Rare Plant Survey
Review Action Code:

A – Will Comply
B – Will Evaluate
C – As Noted – No further action required
D – Disagree – See Response
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1 3 Management
Summary
Text: The subject property is approximately 20 acres.
comment: The cover and the introduction indicate that the acreage is 4.92. MBD 2 10 Yucca Valley
Text: Homesteading continued in the area, mostly for cattle ranching and respiratory health until the end of the Depression era (Wilson and Grubb 1984) Comment: The sentence needs a period at the end. Also, the mention of respiratory health as a reason why homesteading continued needs to be explained.

MBD
3 14 References
Text: United States Geological Survey Topographic Maps
1957 Yucca Valley North, Calif. 7.5 minute quadrangle.
1958 Yucca Valley North, Calif. 7.5 minute quadrangle.
1965 Yucca Valley North, Calif. 7.5 minute quadrangle.
1975 Yucca Valley North, Calif. 7.5 minute quadrangle.
1989 Yucca Valley North, Calif. 7.5 minute quadrangle.

Comment: These references are not reflected in the text. I assume these were used to inform the Additional Research section (PDF page 11). The reference needs to be added there.

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4 There is no description of the report preparers (Riordan Goodwin, RA, and Cassidy Sharp, RPA).

Inclusions of resumes in these reports is standard.

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5 Native American Heritage Commission (NAHC) Sacred Lands File Contact. It is standard to include contacting the NAHC and requesting a Sacred Lands File in a Cultural Resources Assessment and all CEQA projects. A listing of appropriate Native American tribes, groups, and individuals will be provided by the NAHC that should be contacted to inquire about potential tribal cultural resources in the project area that may be impacted by the project.

MBD
6 A project description is not provided. A brief description of the proposed project would be helpful in orienting the reader about impacts to the project area.

MBD
Sladden – Sun Mesa Self-Storage Facility
Review Action Code:

A – Will Comply
B – Will Evaluate
C – As Noted – No further action required
D – Disagree – See Response
E – Will Meet and Confer
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1 6 Section 1 "A drainage study is required…as part of the Conditional Use Permit process." NOTE: CUP is no longer needed. Only discretionary action is Site Plan Review.
2 7 Section 2.1 Location paragraph has fragment sentence "owned by the Robert Billings." Please edit for clarity. 3 8 Section 3.1 How was the flow path established? Sectioin 2.2 describes general flows as existing conditions, is this the establishment of the flow path? Please describe how the flow path was established. 4 10 Section 3.3 Table 1: if "Time of Conct." is Time of Concentration, please spell out "concentration", and add (Tc) to that column header.
5 11 Section 3.3 Table 2: Do these depths apply to both Basin A and Basin B? Whether they do or not, it should be stated in the table.
6 11 Section 3.3
Table 3: the site is currently undeveloped. Under existing conditions, the area of impervious cover cannot be 90%. Please review the definitions of pervious vs. impervious, re-read Exhibit I, and recalculate everything that involved the amount of impervious surface under existing conditions. 7 11 Section 3.3 Please check rainfall intensity for 25-year, 9.5-minute storm. The stated intensity of 1.3.92 - should this be 3.92? Please ensure calculations using this rainfall intensity are using the correct number. 8 12 Section 3.3 Table 4 states the area of Basin B is 6.149 acres; however, Table 1 states Basin B is 10 acres. The area of Basin A is consistent in both tables. Please explain; recalculate discharge, flow, etc., as neccessary. 9 11 Section 3.3 See Comment #6.
10 12 Section 3.3 Off-site Hydrology: it is difficult to determine at a glance which is Exhibit A (see Comment #27), please briefly describe for the reader the existing conditions of off-site hydrology 11 12 Section 3.3 Please present the data used to calculate peak flow rates, and results, for Off-A and Off-B in tables, and describe in the text how these rates were determined.
12 13 Section 3.3 Table 5: if "Time of Conct." is Time of Concentration, please spell out "concentration", and add (Tc) to that column header.
13 13 Section 3.3 Table 5: Please double-check acreage of each basin (see Comment #8). 14 13 Section 3.3 Table 6: Do these numbers apply to both Off-A and Off-B? Whether they do or not, it should be stated in the table.
15 13 Section 3.3 Cover Type: see Comment #6.
16 13 Section 3.3 Table 7: see Comment #6.
17 14 Section 3.3 Recalculated Peak flow using correct area of impervious surface. See Comment #6. 18 14 Section 3.3 Table 8: see Comment #6.
19 15 Section 3.3 On-site Hydrology: recalculate and revise. See comment #6. 20 16 Section 4.2 The CN of 56, used for existing conditions, is that of residential or commercial landscaping. This does not describe existing conditions.
21 GLOBAL GLOBAL All calculations that used a CN of 56 for existing conditions must be recalculated. See Comment #20. 22 GLOBAL GLOBAL All calculations that used 0.90 for impervious surface (existing conditions) must be recalculated. See Comment #6.
23 17 Section 4.3 Please present the numbers used in paragraph 2 in a table. 24 17 Section 4.3 Does DMA-A contain both Basin A and Basin B? Please clarify. 25 20 Section 5.1 Please see Comment #22.
26 GLOBAL GLOBAL Please specify in each section if you're discussing existing conditions or proposed/post-construction conditions.
27 Exhibits Exhibits Please provide a prroject-specific exhibit that clearly shows all basins, off- and on-site, as well as flow paths and directions.
28 Exhibits Exhibits Please prepare and insert flysheets for each exhibit so the reader can easily distinguish them. Many are not labeled, or are not lab\beled clearly.
29 13, 14 Tables 5, 8 Off-B area (acres) stated as 7.89 ac in Table 5 and 2.73 ac in Table 8. Please explain or revise. 30 10, 12 Tables 1, 4 Basin B (total area, acres) given as 10.00 acres in Table 1 and 6.149 acres in table 4. Please explain or revise.
31 13, 14 Tables 7, 8 at least 2 table titles include existing condition, yet the % impervious obviously refers to post-project conditions, not existing (Table 7: 1.0; and Table 8: 90%) 32 GLOBAL GLOBAL
flows in post-project conditions not clearly identified and stated anywhere.

Existing runoff clearly not 0 (that is, infiltrates so quickly doesn't run off), because existing runoff stated various places in report.
33 17 the basis for the DCV calculation isn't clear (see item A); my understanding is that the DCV is based on post-project runoff volume less existing volume
DRP - Drainage Study (November 10, 2024)
Review Action Code:

A – Will Comply
B – Will Evaluate
C – As Noted – No further action required
D – Disagree – See Response
E – Will Meet and Confer
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1 1 Project
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Project Description has changed (see plans dated 4/7/2025).Total square footage, number of buildings and project layout smaller than previous plan. Revise text to reflect current plan. RR LSA - Noise Memo
Review Action Code:

A – Will Comply
B – Will Evaluate
C – As Noted – No further action required
D – Disagree – See Response
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1 8 para. 3 ¶ Text: Pleistocene extends to 1.6 mya
comment: International Commission on Stratigraphy considers Pleistocene to start 2.58 mybp MM 2 9 Table 2
Table: Landers Fault
called Johnson Valley Fault Zone on USGS Quaternary Faults map and Johnson Valley Fault on CA Geo Survey fault activity map
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3 11 1
Text: it is our understanding the proposed self-storage units and office are not intended for human occupancy or to exceed 2,000 person-hours per year
comment: project is 541 units; 2000/541 is <4 hr per unit per year (seems unrealistically low).

Add mgr. time onsite and person-hours per year would be >2000.

MM
Sladden – Sun Mesa Self-Storage Facility
Review Action Code:

A – Will Comply
B – Will Evaluate
C – As Noted – No further action required
D – Disagree – See Response
E – Will Meet and Confer
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1 5 (a)
Text: fixture units 10
comment: floor plans (arch. Plans sheet 2.0) shows 1 restroom with 1 toilet and 1 sink. Fixture unit values (private land use) per CA Plumbing Code are 1 for lavatory and 4 for WC, total 5. Where do 10 fixture units come from?
MM
Sladden (percolation) – Sun Mesa Self-Storage Facility
Review Action Code:

A – Will Comply
B – Will Evaluate
C – As Noted – No further action required
D – Disagree – See Response
E – Will Meet and Confer
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1 6 1 Introduction, 1st
¶ Replace "Accessor's" with "Assessor's" MR
2 28 Appendix A,
Photograph 1 Replace "Accessor's" with "Assessor's" MR
Ninyo & Moore – Sun Mesa Self-Storage Facility
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B – Will Evaluate
C – As Noted – No further action required
D – Disagree – See Response
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1 All All The memo is fine technically, but was apparently not reviewed carefully for grammar MR 2 1 1st ¶ Project Description has changed. Revise text to reflect current plans dated 4/7/2025. RR 3 1

TRIP GENERATION
ANALYSIS, 1st ¶, 2nd
sentence
Replace "As such" with "Therefore"
This problem occurs repeatedly in this document. The author should refer to https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/can-you-use-mean-therefore-david-standen/ MR
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sentence
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sentence
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sentence
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sentence
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The phrase "a proposed Class II bicycle lanes will be added" does not make sense; "a" implies one lane, but "lanes" is plural, It would be better to state the number of proposed lanes, if that information is available. Otherwise, just rewrite it so that it is grammatically correct, MR
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14 3 1st full ¶, 3rd sentence Replace "operates" with "operate" MR 15 3 1st full ¶, last sentence Replace "As such" with "Therefore" MR 16 6 Figure 2 Need to replace figure with current site plan. RR Sun Mesa Mini Storage Project Trip Generation and Vehicle Miles Traveled City of Gardena
Gardena City Council
Meeting

AGENDA REPORT

SUMMARY

Agenda Item No. 14C.

Section: DEPARTMENTAL

ITEMS - COMMUNITY

DEVELOPMENT
Meeting Date: November
18, 2025

TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE GARDENA CITY COUNCIL AGENDA TITLE: Award Contract with UltraSystems Environmental, Inc. for Environmental Consulting Services for Ponce Recycling Project Located at 1937 West 169th Street in the Amount of $119,280.00 COUNCIL ACTION REQUIRED:

Staff Recommendation: Staff respectfully recommends that the City Council review and approve the award of the contract.

RECOMMENDATION AND STAFF SUMMARY:

On October 9, 2025, a Request for Proposal (RFP) was issued and released on PlanetBids to solicit qualified firms with expertise in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) for environmental consulting services for a new large collection and recycling facility project, Ponce Recycling, located at 1937 West 169th Street.

The City received six (6) proposals in response to the RFP, and following the evaluation process, UltraSystems Environmental, Inc. achieved the highest overall ranking among the proposers. The firm brings more than 30 years of experience in the preparation and review of environmental documents and related technical studies for local government agencies, and has supported other California cities on similar recycling facility projects.

Staff respectfully recommends that the City Council review and approve the contract with UltraSystems Environmental, Inc. in the amount of $119,280.00 to provide the environmental consulting services in compliance with CEQA for the new large recycling facility project.

FISCAL IMPACT/COST:

There will be no fiscal impact related to this contract. An allocation of an amount of up to $119,280.00 is designated to be reimbursed by the applicant through a deposit paid prior to the commencement of work.

APPROVED:
___________________________
Clint Osorio, City Manager
Attachments
Staff Report - Ponce Recycling
Attachment No. 1 - Contract Agreement with UltraSystems Environmental Exhibit A- Request for Proposal
Exhibit B- UltraSystems Proposal
Exhibit C- UltraSystems Cost Proposal
City of Gardena
City Council Meeting
Agenda Item No.: 14C
Department: Community Development
Meeting Date: November 18, 2025

AGENDA STAFF REPORT

AGENDA TITLE: AWARD CONTRACT WITH ULTRASYSTEMS ENVIRONMENTAL, INC.

FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING FOR PONCE RECYCLING
PROJECT LOCATED AT 1937 WEST 169 TH STREET IN THE AMOUNT OF $119,280.00.

RECOMMENDATION:

Staff respectfully recommends that Council review and approve the award of the contract.

BACKGROUND:

On July 19, 2023 , the Applicant, a property owner, submitted a request for a conditional use permit and site plan review for the remodeling of two (2) existing 14,060 -sf structures and construct a new 7,000 -sf warehouse building on-site. The existing and new industrial buildings (totaling 21,060 -sf) are designed to accommodate a proposed large collection and recycling facility use on a 1.42-acre property located at 1937 West 169th Street.

On September 18, 2025, a Request for Proposal (RFP) for environmental consulting was issued and released on PlanetBids and posted on the City’s website. The RFP solicited qualified firms with expertise in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) for the Ponce Recycling Project.

The City received six (6) proposals in response to the RFP from the following firms (listed in alphabetical order):

• Casc Engineering and Consulting, Inc.
• De Novo Planning Group
• Envicom Corporation
• Incident LLC
• Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.
• UltraSystems Environmental, Inc.

City staff evaluated each proposal based on a weighted 100-point criteria as outlined below:

• Qualifications of Firm – 35 points
• Project Management & QA/QC Approach – 25 points
• Fee Proposal – 30 points
• Timeline to Complete – 20 points

Following the evaluation process, UltraSystems Environmental, Inc. achieved the highest overall ranking among the proposers. The firm brings more than 30 years of experience in the preparation and revi ew of environmental documents and related technical studies for local government agencies and supported other California Cities on similar recycling facility projects.

Under the proposed contract, UltraSystems Environmental, Inc. will provide environmental consultating related to CEQA , for the Ponce Recycling P roject. The proposed schedule will accommodate approximately 21 weeks to prepare and review all necessary documents and preparation prior to a public hearing for the project.

LEGAL REVIEW:

Not Applicable

CONCLUSION:

Staff respectfully recommend s that Council review and approve consultant agreement with UltraSystems Environmental, Inc. in the amount of $119,280.00 to provide the environmental consulting services for the Poncy Recycling Project.

FISCAL IMPACT:

An allocation of an amount of up to $ 119,280.00 is designated to be reimbursed by the Applicant.

ATTACHMENT:

1. Contract Agreement with UltraSystems Environmental, Inc.

EXHIBITS:

A. Request for Proposal – Ponce Recycling
B. UltraSystemsProposal_Gardena_Ponce Recycling_IS-MND 2025-10-07 C. UltraSystems Cost Proposal_Gardena_Ponce Recycling_IS-MND 202-10-07

Greg S. Tsujiuchi
Date: 11/18/2025 Submitted by: ___________________________________

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AGREEMENT BETWEEN

THE CITY OF GARDENA
AND

ULTRASYSTEMS ENVIRONMENTAL, INC

This contract, hereinafter referred to as Agreement is entered into this 18th day of November, 2025, by and between THE CITY OF GARDENA (“City”) and UltraSystems Environmental, Inc., a California environmental consulting agency (“Consultant”). Based on the mutual promises and covenants contained herein, the Parties hereto agree, as follows.

1. Recitals.

A. Whereas, City requires the services of a professional to provide environmental consulting for the Ponce Recycling Project located at 1937 West 169th Street (APN: 4094-003-018); and

B. Whereas, Consultant has represented that it is qualified by virtue of experience, training, education and expertise to provide these services; and

C. Whereas, City has determined that the public interest, convenience and necessity require the execution of this Agreement.

D. WHEREAS, no official or employee of City has a financial interest, within the provisions of sections 1090 -1092 of the California Government Code, in the subject matter of this Agreement.

2. Services.

A. Consultant agrees to provide the professional services described in the City’s Request for Proposals (RFP) and any associated addendum, attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and Consultant’s Response to City’s RFP (“Consultant’s Proposal”), attached hereto as Exhibit “B”, both incorporated herein by this reference (“Services”).

B. The Services shall be performed in accordance with the Project Schedule set forth in Exhibit “B”. Consultant shall not be liable for any failure or delay in furnishing proposed Services resulting from fire, explosion, flood, storm, Act of God, governmental acts, orders or regulations, hostilities, civil disturbances, strikes, labor difficulties, difficulty in obtaining parts, supplies, or shipping facilities, inability to obtain or delays in obtaining suitable material or facilities required for performance, temporary unavailability of qualified personnel, failure by City to provide appropriate access to equipment or personnel, or other causes beyond Consultant’s reasonable control.

3. Additional Services. If City determines that additional Services are required to be provided by Consultant in addition to the Services set forth above, City shall authorize

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Consultant to perform such additional Services in writing (“Additional Services”). Such Additional Services shall be specifically described and approved by City in writing prior to the performance thereof. Consultant shall be compensated for such Additional Services in accordance with the amount agreed upon in writing by the Parties. No compensation shall be paid to Consultant for Additional Services which are not specifically approved by City in writing.

4. Consultant’s Proposal. This Agreement shall include Consultant’s proposal or bid which is incorporated herein as Exhibit “B”. In the event of any inconsistency between the terms of the proposal and this Agreement, this Agreement shall govern.

5. Timing of Performance. Time is of the essence with respect to Consultant’s performance of the Services required by this Agreement. Consultant shall diligently and timely pursue and complete the performance of the Services required of it by this Agreement as set forth in Exhibit “A”. City, in its sole discretion, may extend the time for performance of any Service.

6. Compensation. Compensation for the Services shall be billed as set forth in Exhibit “C”, attached hereto. The Compensation is inclusive of all costs that may be incurred by Consultant in performance of the Services, including but not limited to such items as travel, copies, delivery charges, phone charges, and facsimile charges, unless otherwise. In no event shall compensation under this Agreement exceed ONE HUNDRED NINETEEN THOUSAND AND TWO HUNDRED EIGHTY DOLLARS and 00/00 ($119,280.00) without the prior written authorization of the City Council.

7. Term of Agreement/Termination. This Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and continue for a period of two (2) years, ending on November 18, 2027, unless previously terminated as provided herein or as otherwise agreed to in writing by the parties. This Agreement may be extended by two [2] additional one [1] year periods upon mutual written agreement of both parties.

A. This Agreement shall be effective as of the date of execution by the City and shall remain in effect until all Services are completed or until terminated as provided for herein.

B. City may terminate this Agreement without cause by providing written notice to Consultant not less than ten days prior to an effective termination date. City’s only obligation in the event of termination will be payment of fees and allowed expenses incurred up to and including the effective date of termination.

C. Unless for cause, Consultant may not terminate this Agreement. If Consultant is terminating this Agreement for cause, it must provide the City with thirty (30) days written notice.

D. Upon receipt of a termination notice, Consultant shall: (1) promptly discontinue all Services, unless the notice directs otherwise; and (2) within ten (10)

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days, deliver to City all files, data, reports, estimates, summaries, and such other information and materials as may have been accumulated or prepared to date by Consultant in performing the Services under this Agreement, whether completed or in progress. Consultant shall provide these documents by both hard copy and in electronic format if available. In the event of termination for other than cause attributable to Consultant, Consultant shall be entitled to reasonable compensation for the Services it performs up to the date of termination and shall be deemed released from liability for any work assigned but not completed as of the effective date of termination.

8. Agreement Administrator. For purposes of this Agreement, City designates Jo-Anne Burns or designee as the Agreement Administrator who shall monitor Consultant’s performance under this Agreement. Consultant shall be notified in writing of any deficiency in the performance of this Agreement in a timely manner by Agreement Administrator Consultant shall have five (5) business days from receipt of the notification to cure any deficiency to the reasonable satisfaction of the Agreement Administrator. All costs for such corrections shall be borne by Consultant and shall not increase Consultant’s fees due hereunder. Should the Agreement Administrator determine that Consultant has not performed its obligation as stated in this Agreement in a satisfactory manner, City may terminate this Agreement for cause as specified in Section- Term of Agreement/Termination. All notices, invoices or other documents shall be addressed to the Agreement Administrator, as well as all substantive issues relating to this contract. City reserves the right to change this designation upon written notice to Consultant.

9. Invoices and Payments.

A. Payment shall be made upon receipt and approval of invoices for Services rendered. In order for payment to be made, Consultant’s invoice must include an itemization as to the services rendered, date(s) of service, direct and/or subcontract costs, and be submitted on an official letterhead or invoice with Consultant’s name, address, and telephone number referenced.

B. The Agreement Administrator shall review the invoices to determine whether services performed and documents submitted are consistent with this Agreement. Payment shall be made within forty-five (45) days following receipt of the invoice or the Agreement Administrator shall provide Consultant with a written statement objecting to the charges and stating the reasons therefore.

C. Payment by City under this Agreement shall not be deemed a waiver of defects, even if such defects were known to City at the time of payment.

10. Records/Audit.

A. Consultant shall be responsible for ensuring accuracy and propriety of all billings and shall maintain all supporting documentation for a minimum of three (3) years

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from the completion date of the Services under this agreement the following records:

1. All accounts and records, including personnel, property and financial, adequate to identify and account for all costs pertaining to this Agreement and assure proper accounting for all funds;

2. Records which establish that Consultant and any subconsultant who renders Services under this Agreement are in full compliance with the requirements of this Agreement and all federal, state and local laws and regulations

3. Any additional records deemed necessary by City to assume verification of full compliance with this Agreement.

B. City shall have the right to audit Consultant’s invoices and all supporting documentation for purposes of compliance with this Agreement for a period of three years following the completion of Services under this Agreement.

C. Upon reasonable notice from City or any other governmental agency, Consultant shall cooperate fully with any audit of its billings conducted by, or of, City and shall permit access to its books, records and accounts as may be necessary to conduct such audits.

11. Successors and Assignment. This Agreement covers professional services of a specific and unique nature. Except as otherwise provided herein, Consultant shall not assign or transfer its interest in this Agreement or subcontract any services to be performed without amending this Agreement. This Agreement shall be binding upon the heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns of the parties hereto.

12. Change in Name, Ownership or Control. Consultant shall notify the Agreement Administrator, in writing, of any change in name, ownership or control of Consultant’s firm or subconsultant. Change of ownership or control of Consultant’s firm may require an amendment to the Agreement.

13. Key Personnel. City has relied upon the professional training and ability of Consultant to perform the Services hereunder as a material inducement to enter into this Agreement. Consultant shall provide properly skilled professional and technical personnel to perform all Services under this Agreement. In the event that City, in its sole discretion, at any time during the Agreement, desires the removal of any person or persons assigned by Consultant to perform Services pursuant to this Agreement, Consultant shall remove any such person immediately upon receiving notice from City.

14. Performance By Consultant. Consultant shall maintain or exceed the level of competency presently maintained by other similar practitioners in the State of California, for professional and technical soundness, accuracy and adequacy of all work, advice and material furnished under this Agreement.

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15. Use of Materials.

A. City shall make available to Consultant such materials from its files as may be required by Consultant to perform Services under this Agreement. Such materials shall remain the property of City while in Consultant’s possession. Upon termination of this Agreement and payment of outstanding invoices of Consultant, or completion of work under this Agreement, Consultant shall return to City any property of City in its possession and any calculations, notes, reports, electronic files, or other materials prepared by Consultant in the course of performance of this Agreement.

B. City may utilize any material prepared or work performed by Consultant pursuant to this Agreement, including computer software, in any manner, which City deems proper without additional compensation to Consultant. Consultant shall have no responsibility or liability for any revisions, changes, or corrections made by City, or any use or reuse pursuant to this paragraph unless Consultant accepts such responsibility in writing.

16. Nonuse of Intellectual Property of Third Parties. Consultant shall not use, disclose or copy any intellectual property of any third parties in connection with work carried out under this Agreement, except for intellectual property for which Consultant has a license. Consultant shall indemnify and hold City harmless against all claims raised against City based upon allegations that Consultant has wrongfully used intellectual property of others in performing work for City, or that City has wrongfully used intellectual property developed by Consultant pursuant to this Agreement.

17. Ownership of Work Product. All documents or other information created, developed, or received by Consultant shall, for purposes of copyright law, be deemed works made for hire for City by Consultant and shall be the sole property of City.

Consultant shall provide City with copies of these items upon demand, and in any event, upon termination of this Agreement.

18. Confidentiality Clause. Consultant acknowledges that some of the material and information that may come into its possession or knowledge in connection with this Agreement or its performance may consist of information that is exempt from disclosure to the public or other unauthorized persons under either state or federal statutes ("Confidential Information"). Confidential Information includes, but is not limited to, names, addresses, Social Security numbers, e-mail addresses, telephone numbers, financial profiles, credit card information, driver's license numbers, medical data, law enforcement records, agency source code or object code, agency security data, or information identifiable to an individual that relates to any of these types of information.

Consultant agrees to hold Confidential Information in strictest confidence and not to make use of Confidential Information for any purpose other than the performance of this Agreement, to release it only to authorized employees or Sub-consultants requiring such information for the purposes of carrying out this Agreement, and not to release, divulge, publish, transfer, sell, disclose, or otherwise make the information known to any other party without City's express written consent or as provided by law. Consultant

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agrees to release such information or material only to employees or Sub-consultants who have signed a nondisclosure agreement, the terms of which have been previously approved by City. Consultant agrees to implement physical, electronic, and managerial safeguards to prevent unauthorized access to Confidential Information.

"Personal information" including, but not limited to, "Protected Health Information" (PHI) under Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA), individuals' names, addresses, phone numbers, birth dates, and social security numbers collected, used, or acquired in connection with this Agreement shall be protected against unauthorized use, disclosure, modification or loss.

HIPAA establishes national minimum standards for the use and disclosure of certain health information. The Consultant must comply with all HIPAA requirements and rules when determined applicable by the City. If City determines that (1) City is a "covered entity" under HIPAA, and that (2) Consultant will perform "business associate" services and activities covered under HIPAA, then at City's request, Consultant agrees to execute City's Agreement in compliance with HIPAA.

Consultant shall ensure its directors, officers, employees, Sub-consultants or agents use personal information solely for the purposes of accomplishing the services set forth herein. Consultant and its Sub-consultants agree not to release, divulge, publish, transfer, sell or otherwise make known to unauthorized persons personal information without the express written consent of the City or as otherwise required by law.

Any breach of this provision may result in termination of the Agreement and demand for return of all personal information. Moreover, Consultant will indemnify and hold the City harmless from and against all losses and damages resulting from any unauthorized or improper disclosure, dissemination or use of the information as a result, in whole or in part, of Consultant’s action or inaction.

19. Legal Requirements.

A. Consultant shall secure and maintain all licenses or permits required by law, including a City business license, and shall comply with all ordinances, laws, orders, rules, and regulations pertaining to the work.

B. Consultant warrants that it shall perform the Services required by this Agreement in compliance with all applicable Federal and California employment laws, including, but not limited to, those laws related to minimum hours and wages; occupational health and safety; fair employment and employment practices; workers’ compensation insurance and safety in employment; and all other Federal, State and local laws and ordinances applicable to the services required under this Agreement. Consultant shall indemnify and hold harmless City from and against all claims, demands, payments, suits, actions, proceedings, and judgments of every nature and description including attorneys’ fees and costs, presented, brought, or recovered against City for, or on account of any liability under any of the above-mentioned laws,

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which may be incurred by reason of Consultant’s performance under this Agreement.

C. Consultant covenants that there shall be no discrimination based upon race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, age, handicap, national origin or ancestry, or any other category forbidden by law in performance of this Agreement.

20. Conflict of Interest and Reporting.

A. Consultant shall at all times avoid conflicts of interest or the appearance of a conflict of interest in the performance of this Agreement. If required, Consultant shall comply with the City’s Conflict of Interest reporting requirements. Consultant understands that pursuant to Gardena Municipal Code sections 2.24.020H and

2.24.025G, it is forbidden to make any contribution to a candidate or committee of a candidate for a municipal office of the City, or to an officeholder, until the completion of Services to be performed under this Agreement.

B. Consultant and its representatives shall refrain from lobbying City of Gardena officials, employees and representatives for the duration of this Agreement.

21. Guarantee and Warranty. Consultant warrants to City that the material, analysis, data, programs and Services to be delivered or rendered hereunder will be of the kind and quality designated and will be performed by qualified personnel. Without waiver of City’s other rights or remedies, City may require Consultant to re-perform any of said Services, which were not performed in accordance with these standards. Consultant shall perform the remedial Services at its sole expense.

22. Insurance.

A. Commencement of Work. Consultant shall not commence work under this Agreement until it has obtained City approved insurance. Before beginning work hereunder, during the entire period of this Agreement, for any extensions hereto, and for periods after the end of this Agreement as may be indicated below, Consultant must have and maintain in place all of the insurance coverage required in this Section.

Consultant’s insurance shall comply with all items specified by this Agreement. Any subcontractors shall be subject to all of the requirements of this Section and Consultant shall be responsible to obtain evidence of insurance from each subcontractor and provide it to City before the subcontractor commences work. Alternatively, Consultant’s insurance may cover all subcontractors.

B. Insurance Company Requirements. All insurance policies used to satisfy the requirements imposed hereunder shall be issued by insurers admitted to do business in the State of California. Insurers shall have a current Best’s rating of not less than A-:VII, unless otherwise approved by City.

C. Coverage, Limits and Policy Requirements. Consultant shall maintain the types of coverage and limits indicated below:

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1. Commercial General Liability Insurance - a policy for occurrence coverage for bodily injury, personal injury and property damage, with coverage at least as broad as Insurance Services Office Form CG 00 01, with no special limitations affecting City. The limit for all coverage under this policy shall be no less than one million dollars ($1,000,000.00) per occurrence.

2. Commercial Auto Liability Insurance - a policy with coverage at least as broad as Insurance Services Office form CA 0001, including Symbol 1 (any auto) with no special limitations affecting City. The limit for bodily injury and property damage liability shall be no less than one million dollars ($1,000,000.00) per accident.

3. Policy Requirements. The policies set forth above shall comply with the following, as evidenced by the policies or endorsements to the policies:

a. The City, its appointed and elected officers, employees, agents and volunteers shall be added as additional insured to the policy.

b. The insurer shall agree to provide City with thirty (30) days prior written notice, return receipt requested, of any cancellation, non-renewal or material change in coverage.

c. For any claims with respect to the Services covered by this Agreement, Consultant’s insurance coverage shall be primary insurance as respects the City, its elected and appointed officers, employees, agents and volunteers. Any insurance or self-insurance maintained by the City, its elected and appointed officers, employees, agents and volunteers shall be excess of Consultant’s insurance and shall not contribute with it.

4. Worker’s Compensation and Employer’s Liability Insurance - a policy which meets all statutory benefit requirements of the Labor Code, or other applicable law, of the State of California. The minimum coverage limits for said insurance shall be no less than one million dollars per claim. The policy shall be issued by an insurance company which is admitted to do business in the State of California and shall contain a clause that the policy may not be canceled without thirty (30) days prior written notice, return receipt requested, is mailed to City.

5. Professional Errors & Omissions - a policy with minimum limits of one million dollars ($1,000,000.00) per claim and aggregate. This policy shall be issued by an insurance company which is admitted to do business in the State of California and Consultant shall contain a clause that the policy may not be canceled until thirty (30) days written notice, return receipt requested, is mailed to City.

D. Additional Requirements. The procuring of such required policies of insurance shall not be construed to limit Consultant’s liability hereunder or to fulfill the indemnification provisions and requirements of this Agreement. There shall be no

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recourse against City for payment of premiums or other amounts with respect thereto.

City shall notify Consultant in writing of changes in the insurance requirements. If Consultant does not deposit copies of acceptable insurance policies or endorsements with City incorporating such changes within sixty (60) days of receipt of such notice, Consultant shall be deemed in default hereunder.

E. Deductibles. Any deductible or self-insured retention over $25,000 per occurrence must be declared to and approved by City. Any deductible exceeding an amount acceptable to City shall be subject to the following changes: either the insurer shall eliminate or reduce such deductibles or self-insured retentions with respect to City, its officers, employees, agents and volunteers (with additional premium, if any, to be paid by Consultant); or Consultant shall provide satisfactory financial guarantee for payment of losses and related investigations, claim administration and defense expenses.

F. Verification of Compliance. Consultant shall furnish City with original policies or certificates and endorsements effecting coverage required by this Agreement. The endorsements are to be signed by a person authorized by the insurer to bind coverage on its behalf. All endorsements are to be received and approved by City before work commences. Not less than fifteen (15) days prior to the expiration date of any policy of insurance required by this Agreement, Consultant shall deliver to City a binder or certificate of insurance with respect to each renewal policy, bearing a notation evidencing payment of the premium therefore, or accompanied by other proof of payment satisfactory to City. Consultant shall provide full copies of any requested policies to City within three (3) days of any such request by City.

G. Termination for Lack of Required Coverage. If Consultant, for any reason, fails to have in place, at all times during the term of this Agreement, including any extension hereto, all required insurance and coverage, City may immediately obtain such coverage at Consultant’s expense and/or terminate this Agreement.

23. Indemnity.

A. Consultant assumes all risk of injury to its employees, agents, and contractors, including loss or damage to property.

B. Consultant agrees to defend, indemnify, hold free and harmless the City, its elected officials, officers, agents, employees and volunteers, at Consultant’s sole expense, from and against any and all claims, actions, suits or other legal proceedings brought against the City, its elected officials, officers, agents, employees and volunteers arising out of the performance of the Consultant, its employees, and/or authorized subcontractors, of the work undertaken pursuant to this Agreement. The defense obligation provided for hereunder shall apply without any advance showing of negligence or wrongdoing by the Consultant, its employees, and/or authorized subcontractors, but shall be required whenever any claim, action, complaint, or suit asserts as its basis the negligence, errors, omissions or misconduct of the Consultant,

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its employees, and/or authorized subcontractors, and/or whenever any claim, action, complaint or suit asserts liability against the City, its elected officials, officers, agents, employees and volunteers based upon the work performed by the Consultant, its employees, and/or authorized subcontractors under this Agreement, whether or not the Consultant, its employees, and/or authorized subcontractors are specifically named or otherwise asserted to be liable. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Consultant shall not be liable for the defense or indemnification of the City for claims, actions, complaints or suits arising out of the sole negligence or willful misconduct of the City. This provision shall supersede and replace all other indemnity provisions contained either in the City’s specifications or Consultant’s Proposal, which shall be of no force and effect.

C. No official, employee, agent or volunteer of City shall be personally liable for any default or liability under this Agreement.

24. Independent Contractor. Consultant agrees to furnish consulting services in the capacity of an independent contractor and neither Consultant nor any of its employees shall be considered to be an employee or agent of City.

25. PERS Eligibility Indemnification. In the event that Consultant or any employee, agent, or subcontractor of Consultant providing Services under this Agreement claims or is determined by a court of competent jurisdiction or the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) to be eligible for enrollment in PERS as an employee of the City, Consultant shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless City for the payment of any employee and/or employer contributions for PERS benefits on behalf of Consultant or its employees, agents, or subcontractors, as well as for the payment of any penalties and interest on such contributions, which would otherwise be the responsibility of City.

Notwithstanding any other agency, state or federal policy, rule, regulation, law or ordinance to the contrary, Consultant and any of its employees, agents, and subcontractors providing service under this Agreement shall not qualify for or become entitled to, and hereby agree to waive any claims to, any compensation, benefit, or any incident of employment by City, including but not limited to eligibility to enroll in PERS as an employee of City and entitlement to any contribution to be paid by City for emplo yer contribution and/or employee contributions for PERS benefits.

26. Notices. Any notice or communication given under this Agreement shall be effective when deposited, postage prepaid, with the United States Postal Service and addressed to the contracting parties. Name, address, telephone and facsimile numbers of the parties are as follows:

City of Gardena:
1700 West 162nd Street
Gardena, California 90247-3732
Attn: Jo-Anne Burns
Assistant Community Development Director
Email: [email protected]

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Telephone: (310) 217-6110

To Consultant: UltraSystems Environmental, Inc.
16431 Scientific Way
Irvine, CA 92618
Attn: Betsy Lindsay, President/CEO
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: (949) 788-4900 ext. 227

Either party may change the information to which notice or communication is to be sent by providing advance written notice to the other party.

27. Severability. If any provision of this Agreement shall be held illegal, invalid, or unenforceable, in whole or in part, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it legal, valid, and enforceable, and the legality, validity, and enforceability of the remaining provisions shall not be affected thereby.

28. Jurisdiction and Venue. This Agreement shall be deemed a contract under the laws of the State of California and for all purposes shall be interpreted in accordance with such laws. Both parties hereby agree and consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the State of California and that the venue of any action brought hereunder shall be Los Angeles County, California.

29. Waiver. No delay or failure by either Party to exercise or enforce at any time any right or provision of this Agreement shall be considered a waiver thereof or of such Party’s right thereafter to exercise or enforce each and every right and provision of this Agreement. To be valid a waiver shall be in writing but need not be supported by consideration. No single waiver shall constitute a continuing or subsequent waiver.

30. Electronic Signatures. The parties hereby acknowledge and agree that electronic records and electronic signatures, as well as facsimile signatures, used in connection with the execution of this Agreement and electronic signatures, facsimile signatures or signatures transmitted by electronic mail in so-called pdf format shall be legal and binding and shall have the same full force and effect as if a paper original of this Agreement had been delivered and had been signed using a handwritten signature.

City and Consultant (i) agree that an electronic signature, whether digital or encrypted, of a party to this Agreement is intended to authenticate this writing and to have the same force and effect as a manual signature, (ii) intend to be bound by the signatures (whether original, faxed or electronic) on any document sent or delivered by facsimile or, electronic mail, or other electronic means, (iii) are aware that the other party will reply on such signatures, and (iv) hereby waive any defenses to the enforcement of the terms of this Agreement based on the foregoing forms of signature. If this Agreement has been executed by electronic signature, all parties executing this document are expressly consenting under the United States Federal Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act of 2000 ("E-SIGN") and California Uniform Electronic Transactions Act ("UETA")(Cal. Civ. Code § 1633.1, et seq.), that a signature by fax,

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email or other electronic means shall constitute an Electronic Signature to an Electronic Record under both E-SIGN and UETA with respect to this specific transaction.

31. Joint Drafting. Each party acknowledges that it has had an adequate opportunity to review each and every provision in this Agreement and to submit the same to counsel and other consultants for review and comment and that the parties jointly drafted this Agreement. No provision of this Agreement or any Assignment shall be construed more strictly against one party than the other party by reason that one or the other party proposed, drafted or modified such provision or any other existing or proposed provision.

32. Public Records Act Disclosure. Consultant has been advised and is aware that this Agreement and all reports, documents, information and data, including, but not limited to, computer tapes, discs or files furnished or prepared by Consultant, or any of its subcontractors, pursuant to this Agreement and provided to City may be subject to public disclosure as required by the California Public Records Act (California Government Code section 7920.000 et seq.). Exceptions to public disclosure may be those documents or information that qualify as trade secrets, as that term is defined in the California Government Code section 7924.510, and of which Consultant informs City of such trade secret. The City will endeavor to maintain as confidential all information obtained by it that is designated as a trade secret. The City shall not, in any way, be liable or responsible for the disclosure of any trade secret including, without limitation, those records so marked if disclosure is deemed to be required by law or by order of the Court.

33. Authority to Execute. The persons executing this Agreement on behalf of the parties warrant that they are duly authorized to execute this Agreement.

34. Attorney’s Fees. In the event that legal action is necessary to enforce the provisions of this Agreement, or to declare the rights of the parties hereunder, the parties agree that the prevailing party in the legal action shall be entitled to recover attorney’s fees and court costs from the opposing party.

35. Section Headings. The Section headings used in this Agreement are for reference purposes only and shall have no binding effect.

36. Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire understanding between City and Consultant. Any prior agreement, promises, negotiations or representations not expressly set forth herein are of no force or effect. Subsequent modifications to this Agreement shall be effective only if in writing and signed by both parties. This Agreement may be signed by the parties hereto in separate counterparts, including both counterparts that are executed on paper and counterparts that are in the form of electronic signatures. Electronic signatures include facsimile or email electronic signatures. Each executed counterpart shall be deemed an original. All counterparts, taken together, constitute the executed Agreement.

Consultant Agreement with UltraSystems Environmental, Inc. Page 13 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have hereunto affixed their names as of the day and year written below.
“City” “Consultant”
City of Gardena UltraSystems Environmental, Inc.

By: _______________________ By: _______________________________ Tasha Cerda, Mayor Betsy Lindsay, President/CEO
Date: _______________ Date: __________________
By: _______________________________
Robert Reicher, Senior Project Manager
Date: _11/13/2025_________________
ATTEST:

Mina Semenza, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Carmen Vasquez, City Attorney
11/13/2025

1 CITY OF GARDENA

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

Environmental Consulting Services

September 18, 2025

Inquiries regarding these projects
should be directed to:

Kevin La, Planning Assistant
[email protected]

Deadline: October 9, 2025

2 Request for Proposal for
Environmental Consulting Services

I. INTRODUCTION

The City of Gardena (“City”) is soliciting proposals from qualified firms to provide environmental consulting services for a private development project to ensure compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

II. RFP SCHEDULE

RFP release: September 18, 2025.

Questions due: September 24, 2025.

Responses to questions due: October 2, 2025. (Responses will be posted on PlanetBids) Proposals due: October 9, 2025.at 4:00 PM
Interviews if needed: Week of October 13, 2025.

Tentative Award of Contract: October / November 2025.

III. SUBMITTAL INSTRUCTIONS

A. For questions regarding this RFP, submit all inquiries via email to [email protected] or post directly on PlanetBids by the questions due date listed above. The subject in the email shall be titled “RFP #2026 -01PL.” The City will not be responsible for or bound by any oral communication or contact that occurs outside the official communication process specified herein, unless confirmed in writing by the City Contract. Answers to all questions will be posted on PlanetBids.

B. Method of Submission
Electronic proposals in PDF format shall be submitted directly and uploaded to PlanetBids. The City will only receive those proposals that were transmitted successfully. The RFP cover page shall be signed in ink, scanned and included as the first/top page of the narrative proposal in the electronic proposal submission.

By submitting a response to this RFP, the prospective consultant waives all rights to protest or seek any legal remedies whatsoever regarding any aspect of this RFP.

The City reserves the right to issue written notice to all participating firms of any changes in the proposal submission schedule, should the City determine in its sole and absolute direction that such changes are necessary. Acceptance of any proposal submitted pursuant to this RFP shall not constitute any implied intent to enter into a contract for consulting services. The City reserves the right to reject any and all proposals.

3 1. Proposals must be received by 4:00 PM (PT) on Thursday, October 9, 2025.

Proposals that do not arrive before the specified time on the specified date WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. The City will not be held responsible for proposals mishandled as a result of technical error.

IV. CONTENT OF PROPOSAL
Proposals are to be prepared in such a way as to provide a straightforward, concise delineation of capabilities to satisfy the requirements of this RFP. The proposal shall include the following information as set forth in this RFP. Omission of any of the requested information or misleading and incomplete information may be grounds for rejection. The City, at its sole discretion, reserves the right to accept or reject in whole or in part submittals in response to this request, to negotiate with any qualified source, or to cancel in whole or in part this RFP.

Section 1 – Cover Letter
Cover letter signed by an officer of the firm, binding the firm to all of the commitments made in the submittal.

Section 2 – Scope of Services
Proposers must comment on the firm’s ability to provide the services listed in the scope of work. Provide comments, and suggest modifications, changes and/or additions as appropriate. Indicate how your firm/team would approach the project and what specialized services or unique insights you feel your team would bring to the project. Provide examples of your team’s approach for this project.

Section 3 – Project Schedule
Timing and schedule are critical for this project. Provide any significant milestone dates necessary to complete all tasks. Indicate resources that will be allocated to each major task category to meet the schedule and discuss your firm’s flexibility and record in “catching up” if milestone dates are not met. Discuss your firm’s commitments to other projects in the time frame coinciding with this project.

Section 4 - Related Project Experience
Briefly discuss your firm’s approach for the project and what would make the firm the best qualified for this particular project . Present a description of your firm’s past performance on similar projects, emphasizing projects of similar scope and budget.

Discuss the firm’s experience in the accurate coordination of trades and subconsultants, and the quality control process. Address your firm’s record of meeting schedules and controlling costs. Address your firm’s record of accuracy on engineer’s estimates.

Section 5 – Sub-Consultants
Identify any subconsultants your firm will utilize. Include resumes of key individuals who will be directly involved in this project and briefly describe any past involvement in joint projects with these subconsultants. Indicate why the specific subconsultant has been selected to work on the project team. Indicate how the prime firm will 4 ensure quality control and coordination of documents between the prime and the various subconsultants.

Section 6 – Qualifications and Capabilities
Provide a detailed discussion of the qualifications and experience of the Project Manager that would be assigned to this project. Provide additional information 6 regarding the qualifications and experience of all others that will be assigned to work on the project team. Please submit resumes of only those individuals that will actually be assigned to work on the project. Confirm availability of staff to complete assigned tasks with highest priority and production. An organizational chart is recommended.

Indicate how your firm’s resources will work together to complete this project. Identify additional resources available in your firm

Section 7 – References

A minimum of three (3) current references from public sector clients for past projects (of similar size and scope) completed by the proposed project manager and/or project team should be provided. Please provide the following information for each reference:
• List of relevant projects completed within the past 5 years; • Consulting Firm;
• Project Owner or Agency;
• Project Description;
• List of Services Provided;
• Contact Person (Name and Title) with Address, Telephone Number, and Email Address provided.

Section 8 – Certificate of Insurance and Contract Acknowledgement Proof of liability insurance pursuant to the City’s standard professional services agreement is required to be submitted with your proposal. A copy of the City’s standard professional services agreement is provided as an attachment. The Consultant should provide a statement that consultant is agreeable to execute the enclosed Agreement or indicate areas that the Consultant wishes to be modified.

The C ity reserves the right to revise the attached sample agreement, pending negotiations with the successful proposer. The Consultant will be required to obtain a City of Gardena business license, and to provide proof of insurance as noted in the agreement.

Section 9 – Proposed Cost

The cost proposal should itemize the fee for each task, showing the estimated hours of each staff member assigned and the associated fee for that staff member or subconsultant. Also, provide hourly rate schedules for all key project staff, including subconsultants. Consultant shall provide the services specified in the scope of services for a lump sum fixed fee. Time must be billed in no greater than 15-minute increments. Billable rates shall not include mark-ups on reimbursable items; no 5 additional payment will be made for those items. The City does not reimburse mileage, use of computer equipment, copies or phone calls. The proposal shall identify a line item for each task listed above that Consultant wishes to bid on.

Section 10 – Conflict of Interest

The Consultant shall disclose any financial, business, or other relationships with the City that may have an impact on the outcome of this contract or any resulting construction project.

The property and business owner is Jose Ponce of Ponce Recycling and is represented by the applicant, Joe Moreno of More Services.

The Consultant shall disclose any financial, business or other relationships with these individuals and firms. The City reserves the right to cancel the award, if any interest disclosed from any source could either give the appearance of a conflict or cause speculation as to the objectivity of the process. The City determination regarding any question of conflict of interest shall be final.

V. SCOPE OF WORK

The City of Gardena (“City”) is soliciting proposals from qualified firms to prepare technical studies/analysis and conduct environmental assessments in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) for an environmental review of an entitlement project submitted by an applicant for the development of a large collection facility use.

Project Description
The project will include interior and exterior remodeling of the two (2) existing 14,060-sf structures on -site, construction of a new 7,000 -sf warehouse building, all other site improvements to utilize the existing and new industrial buildings (totaling 21,060-sf) designed to accommodate the proposed large collection facility use. The Project is designed to create a cohesive large collection facility with on-site improvements that include but are not limited to, new striped parking lot areas for customers, employees, and trucks, new landscaping surrounding the parking areas, and new walls and driveway gates.

The property will collect recyclable materials from customers and designated company kiosks, throughout Southern California, and bail California Redemption Value ( CRV) materials (plastic bottles, aluminum cans, glass bottles, other items with a CRV label), nonferrous materials (copper, brass, tin, and aluminum), small ferrous materials (steel and iron), cardboard, and paper within an enclosed building. No recyclable mate rials will be processed and once the materials are bailed on -site, they will be shipped to an off -site processing facility.

Access to the property includes two (2) existing driveways along West 169 th Street towards the west of the property. The easterly driveway is only for access to the wireless telecommunication facility.
6 Project Applicant
The Project Applicant is Jose Ponce. Project Representative is Joe Moreno.

Project Location
The project area consists of a rectangular shaped lot located at 1937 West 169th Street in the City of Gardena, on West 169th Street near Gramercy Place (Figure 1, Project Location).

The project lot size totals approximately 1.42 acres (APN: 4094-003-018). West 169th Street is an east-west traveling street and is identified as a local street roadway in the Gardena General Plan . Local street roadways are designed to provide vehicular, pedestrian , and bicycle access to individual parcels throughout the City , and are intended to carry low volumes of traffic, and allow unrestricted parking . Vehicular access to the site comprises of two (2) two-way driveways. The northerly, easterly, and a portion of the wester ly boundary lines of the project site abut the Crenshaw Lumber Co. Inc. (a wholesale lumber yard with railroad access for construction material transportation). The remaining wester ly boundary line abuts a wholesale industrial business. Across West 169 th Street, there are two (2) additional industrial properties and two (2) existing legal nonconforming single-family houses.

Existing Use
The site is located in a n industrial area of the City. The site currently consists of two metal warehouse buildings with one building having a flat roof and a second building with a pitched roof, and steel-framed windows and doors, originally constructed in 19 53 and 1954, respectively. Between the two buildings, there is a total of 14,060-sf of tenant space. Other structures on site include a wireless facility antenna located at the southeast corner of the property and chain-link fencing along all boundaries of the property. There is no landscaping provided on-site, and the property is entirely paved for parking and vehicle access.

The site is currently used for a street sweeping business that utilizes the buildings and lot for an administrative office, vehicle servicing, and parking of their street sweeping vehicles. The existing facilities were occupied by the same tenant, CleanStreet, LLC, since 1992.

7 Figure 1, Project Location

Google Maps Link –
https://maps.app.goo.gl/bFdbyXVgECY3Bpje9

City’s Interactive Zoning Map -
https://cityofgardena.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=d00dce8305304a 68829a39dc9d700dac

Land Use and Zoning Designation
The Land Use Plan of the Gardena General Plan designates the property as Industrial, which allows for a wide variety of clean and environmentally friendly industries. The property is zoned General Industrial (M-2), which is governed by the same regulations as the Industrial zone (M-1) of the Gardena Municipal Code, and has a Mixed-Use Overlay (MUO) that allows for up to 30 residential units per acre . The zoning is consistent with the General Plan land use designation.

Surrounding Uses
The project is surrounded by M -2/MUO zoning on the north, east, and west sides. The neighboring property to the south, across West 169th Street, is zoned as M-1. The adjacent north, east, and a portion of the west property are used as a contractor’s yard for lumber.

The remaining westerly adjacent property is wholesale use. The properties located south of 169th Street are used as manufacturing and professional office.

8 Entitlements Requested
In order to allow for the proposed large collection facility use, the applicant is requesting approval for the following entitlements:

• Conditional Use Permit – To allow for the large collection facility use, in accordance with Gardena Municipal Code (GMC) section 18.46.030.C.13;

• Site Plan Review – Architectural and site layout review to allow the interior and exterior remodeling of two (2) existing industrial buildings and construction of one (1) new 7,000-sf industrial building, in accordance with GMC section 18.44.010.A;

Scope Outline
The following is an outline of work to be provided by the consultant. While it is believed that this scope of work includes elements essential to complete the project, those submitting proposals are advised to include any additional items that they believe have been omitted.

The applicant will be providing a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Report, which will require peer review and evaluation. All other studies and/or technical analysis will be provided by the consultant. As it is not known whether a Mitigated Negative Declaration or an EIR will be required, the proposal should cover both options and provide a separate list and/or scope for both.

Task 1 – Project Management - For all meetings with the City, the Consultant will establish the meeting agenda beforehand and prepare and distribute meeting minutes. Meetings will consist of:

1. Project Kickoff Meeting - This will be the first formal meeting with City staff and applicant to orient team on the project and exchange information. The meeting agenda should be prepared and distributed at least 2 workdays before the kickoff meeting.

2. Regular Project Meetings with City Staff – The consultant and City staff will hold weekly meetings (via Zoom , Teams, or in person ) to discuss project progress, issues, needs, upcoming activities, scheduling, and/or other items. Assume weekly virtual meetings with at least 3 in-person meetings.

3. Public Hearings – The consultant will be required to attend Planning Commission and/or City Council meetings to present and support staff for any project -related questions that may arise. Assume three (3) public hearings. Provide hourly rate for additional meetings if required.

4. Scoping - A Scoping meeting will be required if the project is determined to require an EIR. The consultant will be required to coordinate , prepare and deliver a presentation for the scoping meeting. City staff will arrange for the meeting location.

Task 2 – Site Investigation, Data Collection, and Review - Where applicable, the Consultant shall become familiar with each project and collect any data necessary or preform any preliminary assessments/surveys to determine the best course of action to comply with any CEQA requirements for the project.

9 Task 3 – CEQA Project Description - Consultant shall prepare a draft project description in coordination with the City to ensure consistency with each project scope, engineering design, and goals.

Task 4 – Commence with Drafting Initial Study - Consultant shall prepare an internal review draft of the Initial Study (IS). The IS shall address all items on the CEQA Guidelines Appendix G Environmental Checklist. Whenever possible, impacts shall be quantified and compared to applicable criteria used to define significant impacts. Any assessments or surveys that need to be performed and included as part of the IS shall be included in the Consultant’s proposal. Items that generally need to be discussed consist of, but are not necessarily limited to, the biological, jurisdictional waters, water quality, cultural, tribal, hazardous waste, noise, air quality, traffic/VMT, visual and community impact discussions. Applicable assessments or surveys performed by the Consultant shall be documented accordingly in a technical memorandum (or similar) and be included as attachments to the IS. The consultant shall be responsible for preparing the following technical studies:
• Traffic/VMT Assessment
• Air Quality/Health Risk Assessment
• Cultural Resources
• Analysis of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions
• Energy
• Noise
• Additional technical analysis required

Task 5 – Draft IS-MND/Final IS MND or Draft EIR/Final EIR and MMRP - If the Draft IS-MND still confirms that mitigation is required for the project, such that an IS- MND is the appropriate level of CEQA documentation, Consultant shall develop the Draft IS-MND based upon up to two rounds of comments and associated revisions to the Draft. Consultant shall prepare the Notice of Intent (NOI) to Adopt a Negative Declaration, and shall file the NOI and Draft IS -MND (electronically) with the State Clearinghouse and the Los Angeles County Clerk.

The Consultant will also be responsible for preparing the required AB 52 /Tribal consultation letters and distribution list and shall be responsible for all mailings (both IS-MND and ADEIR).

Consultant shall prepare responses to comments received on the Draft IS-MND and incorporate necessary revisions to the document. Consultant shall prepare and incorporate a Mitigation, Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) as part of the final documentation. Consultant shall also complete a Notice of Determination (NOD) form for filing with the County Clerk’s office and State Clearinghouse upon certification of the document and project approval.

If an EIR is determined to be required, the Consultant will be responsible for the following task:
10 • Prepare and distribute the Notice of Preparation/Notice of Scoping Meeting; Draft EIR Notice of Completion/Notice of Availability; Final EIR Notice of Availability, and Notice of Determination, or other notices as applicable based on Initial Study findings.
• Consistent with the requirements of CEQA, identify potential Project and cumulative impacts, and discuss and develop appropriate mitigation measures, relative to short-term and/or long-term impacts associated with the proposed Project.
• Prepare the Draft EIR for City staff review.
• Make all revisions to the Draft EIR and prepare the screencheck Draft EIR, including appendices and exhibits, which incorporate staff’s written recommendations and revisions to the Draft EIR.
• Prepare the public review Draft EIR with appendices, exhibits, and Mitigation Summary.
• Respond to comments made during the Draft EIR public review period.

Prepare the Final EIR document addressing all written comments received by the City on the Draft EIR during the public review period. • Prepare the screencheck Final EIR, including appendices and exhibits, which will incorporate staff’s written recommendations and revisions to the Final EIR, including a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program. • Prepare the Final EIR with appendices and exhibits.
• Prepare draft Findings and a Statement of Overriding Consideration as necessary for City staff review and use for the Project resolution(s).

The consultant shall be responsible for all required filing with the State Clearinghouse and the Los Angeles County Clerk.

Task 6 – Optional – Consultant shall provide any additional items that may have been omitted as part of the Request for Proposals that may be required to complete the project.

VI. SELECTION CRITERIA
An Evaluation Committee comprised of City staf f shall review and evaluate the proposals separately, then convene to discuss and rank the written proposals. A short list of up to three (3) top-ranked firms shall be developed based upon the totals of each committee members’ score for each proposal. During the evaluation period, the City will interview the three (3) highest ranking firms whose proposal and qualifications are deemed to most closely match the requirements of the RFP. Printed copies of the proposals may be required at this time.

Each proposal will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

A. Firm’s qualifications - 35 points

1. Experience with an emphasis on environmental services related to the project.

2. Demonstrated capability on similar recent projects.

3. Management, experience, and organization capabilities 11 4. References

5. Quality and knowledge of Staff

6. Familiarity with policies, standards, and procedures related to the work

7. Knowledge of local conditions, where appropriate

B. Project Management & QA/QC Approach - 25 points

C. Fee Proposal - 20 points

D. Timeline to Complete – 20 points

TOTAL 100 points

The City will negotiate a contract with the consultant who has the combination of background, approach, and capability to undertake this project with compensation that the City determines is fair and reasonable based on the scope of work. The City has a right to reject all proposals if they do not include adequate qualifications for the project.

If the proposals exceed $30,000, s taff will provide a recommendation to the City Council which will award the contract during a scheduled/agendized City Council meeting.

Attachments on Drive:
• Attachment A - Project Plans
• Attachment B - Draft Consultant Agreement

Proposal For:

Environmental Consulting
Services | Ponce Recycling
Kevin LA, Planning Assistant
City of Gardena
1700 West 162nd Street
Gardena, CA 90247
E: [email protected]

October 2025
UltraSystems Environmental, Inc.

HQ: 16431 Scientific Way
Irvine, CA 92618
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 COVER LETTER ......................................................................................................................................... 1

2.0 SCOPE OF SERVICES ................................................................................................................................ 2

2.1 Technical Approach – IS/MND ........................................................................................................... 3

3.0 PROJECT SCHEDULE ............................................................................................................................ 12

4.0 RELATED PROJECT EXPERIENCE – RECYCLING FACILITIES OR INDUSTRIAL ................. 13

5.0 SUBCONSULTANTS ............................................................................................................................... 16

6.0 QUALIFICATIONS AND CAPABILITIES ........................................................................................... 16

6.1 Firm Overview ......................................................................................................................................... 16

6.2 Business Information ........................................................................................................................... 17

6.3 Proposed Staffing and Project Organization ............................................................................... 17

6.4 Key Management for this Project .................................................................................................... 18

6.5 Resumes ..................................................................................................................................................... 20

6.6 Organization Chart ................................................................................................................................ 20

7.0 REFERENCES ........................................................................................................................................... 21

8.0 CCERTIVICATE OF INSURANCE AND CONTRACT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT .......................... 22

9.0 COSTS (SEPARATE) .............................................................................................................................. 23

10.0 CONFLICT OF INTEREST ..................................................................................................................... 23

TABLES

Table 3.0-1 - Project Schedule ........................................................................................................................................ 12 Table 6.3-1 –UltraSystems Project Team ................................................................................................................... 18

APPENDIX

Appendix Key Personnel Resumes
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1.0 COVER LETTER
October 7, 2025

Kevin La, Planning Assistant
City of Gardena
700 West 162nd Street
Gardena, CA 90247
E: [email protected]

SUBJECT: Proposal for Environmental Consulting Services | Ponce Recycling – IS/MND Dear Kevin:

UltraSystems Environmental Incorporated (UltraSystems) is pleased to submit our proposal to the City of Gardena (City) to prepare an Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND) in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA ) for the development of a large collection facility within the City.

UltraSystems is a full-service planning and environmental consulting firm serving public and private sector clients throughout California. We have 52 employees that have a broad range of experience preparing environmental documents (EIRs, MNDs, NDs, Initial Studies, Addendums, etc.) and technical studies in full compliance with CEQA, and related documents in full compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). UltraSystems is headquartered in Irvine, California, and this project would be managed by our Irvine office.

Key Management Personnel. The core project team will include our management professionals led by Betsy Lindsay, MURP, ENV SP as Project Director, and Robert Reicher, MBA, ENV SP, as Senior Project Manager. Their knowledge, skills and experience are highlighted within the proposal , and they will leverage their leadership skills with our experienced in -house experts and technical leads to manage and provide the required services for successful project completion.

Contact Person for this Contract. Betsy A. Lindsay, President/CEO. E: [email protected] | T: (949) 788-4900 ext. 227 or C: (949) 274-3935.

As the President /CEO of UltraSystems, I am a duly authorized officer of the firm with the legal authority to bind and commit the firm to contractual obligations. This proposal is valid for 180 days.

UltraSystems is requesting that our billing information and costing be treated as proprietary information and not released as public information.

Sincerely,

ULTRASYSTEMS ENVIRONMENTAL INCORPORATED

Betsy A. Lindsay, MURP, ENV SP
President/CEO

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2.0 SCOPE OF SERVICES
It is our understanding that the City is seeking a qualified CEQA consultant team to provide environmental services for the development of a large collection facility , located on a rectangular shaped lot located at 1937 West Street the City, near Gramercy Place. The project lot size is 1.42 acres (APN: 4094-003-018) and it is located in an Industrial area of the City. West Street is an east-west trending street and is identified as a local street roadway in the City’s General Plan.

Existing Project Site. The site consists of two metal warehouse buildings, originally constructed in the mid-50’s and occupied by the same tenant since 1992 . Between these two buildings, there is a total of 14,060 square feet of tenant space. Other structures on site include a wireless facility antenna and chain -link fencing surrounding the property. The property is entirely paved for parking and vehicle access and is currently used by a street sweeping business. Surrounding uses include Crenshaw Lumber Co. Inc. (a wholesale lumber yard with railroad access for construction material transportation), a wholesale industrial business and two industrial properties and two existing legal non-conforming single-family houses.

Following is a Conceptual Site Plan that shows the existing buildings (Buildings #1 and #2) and the proposed building (Building #3).

Conceptual Site Plan
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Proposed Project. The proposed project would include interior and exterior remodeling of the two existing structures (14,060 sq. ft. total) on-site, construction of a new 7,000-square-foot warehouse building, and all other site improvements to utilize the existing and new industrial buildings (totaling 21,060 square feet) designed to accommodate the large collection facility use. The project would be designed to create a cohesive large collection facility with on -site improvements that include new striped parking lot areas for customers, employees, and trucks ; new landscaping surrounding the parking areas; and new walls and driveway gates.

Is it anticipated that this facility would collect recyclable materials from customers and designated company kiosks throughout Southern California, and then bail these recyclable materials (such as California Redemption Value [CRV] materials (i.e., plastic bottles, aluminum cans, glass bottles, other items with a CRV label) ; nonferrous materials (copper, brass, tin, and aluminum) ; small ferrous materials (steel and iron); and cardboard and paper within the enclosed recycling building. Once bailed, these materials will then be shipped to an off- site processing facility. Access to the property includes two existing driveways along West 169th Street towards the west end of the property. The easterly driveway is only for access to the wireless telecommunication facility.

2.1 Technical Approach – IS/MND
UltraSystems will prepare an Initial Study (IS) pursuant to the requirements of CEQA § 21080 and § 15063 through § 15065 of the CEQA Guidelines. Technical analyses will be conducted for each of the environmental factors, as warranted, and well-supported responses for all questions listed under each environmental factor in CEQA Guidelines Appendix G will be provided.

The environmental review of the proposed collection project will be conducted at a design, construction and operation level of detail. The nature of the technical analyses to be undertaken will range from stand- alone technical studies to address specific questions under each environmental factor of the Environmental Checklist. Mitigation measures will be developed in prop ortion to the severity and probability of occurrence of the identified potentially significant effect.

It is our intent to work directly with the City staff assigned to this proposed project. Our approach also incorporates the need for reviews of key documents (e.g., engineering and construction drawings) and coordination with key providers of components of the overall required services, to ensure that the document prepared is adequate and will best reflect the Lead Agency’s independent judgement. The close coordination between our Senior Project Manager and City staff will also reflect the Lead Agency’s commitment to process and notice the anticipated IS/MND in a legally defensible and procedurally compliant manner.

We have assumed that the City will provide the following information to UltraSystems for our IS technical work.
• Full Plan Set, including Grading Plans
• CAD Files for the Concept, Landscape or Architectural Renderings and Plans for the Ponce Recycling Facility
• Preliminary Schedule for Construction
• Anticipated Construction Equipment for AQ modeling
• Preliminary Geotechnical Investigation (prepared by Project Applicant or their consultant)

We have developed a Work Program which facilitates the preparation of an Initial Study (IS). Based on review of currently available information, we anticipate the IS will lead to a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) for the proposed Ponce Recycling Facility . UltraSystems would prepare and file the required notices required for the IS/MND, including the Notice of Completion (NOC), Notice of CITY OF GARDENA - ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING SERVICES

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Intent to Adopt (NOI), and Notice of Determination (NOD), among others. Acting as an extension of City staff, we will conduct all our activities closely in accordance with the City’s primary point of contact for this project.

The following scope of services is broken down below by Major Tasks and Subtasks.

MAJOR TASK 1.0: PROJECT INITIATION, PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION, AND

PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Task 1.1: Project Initiation/Kick -off Meeting. This Task consists of attendance by our Project Director and Sr. Project Manager at one virtual Project kick-off meeting. This meeting is critical to setting the tone for all subsequent efforts. This task also includes the attendance of our Senior Project Manager at brief, weekly progress meetings during the contract performance period. It is anticipated that all meetings will be virtual. UltraSystems will be available throughout the term of our services to respond to City staff requests for input concerning various aspects of the CEQA process.

Deliverables: Preparation of meeting agenda and minutes, provided to City staff in .pdf format Task 1.2: Project Management/Coordination. This task facilitates routine project management and communications functions of our Senior Project Manager throughout the contract performance period. Efforts would include but not necessarily be limited to monitoring and controlling labor and other direct costs, monitoring task execution and completion of project work, and the preparation of routine email correspondence to the City.

Deliverables: UltraSystems will develop and maintain a project schedule in MS Project. The project schedule will include Major tasks and anticipated review times for technical document s to the City.

Contingencies will also be built into the schedule based on certain risk factors.

Task 1.3: Project Description. Within 10 days from the notice to proceed and receipt of necessary project-related information , UltraSystems will prepare a project description for use in the CEQA environmental document (IS/MND) for th is project. This section will contain all the information required under § 15124 of the CEQA Guidelines including location; project objectives; and the technical and environmental characteristics of the project. In addition, the intended uses of the document will be described, including a list of discretionary actions requiring approval to implement the project; a list of agencies expected to use the CEQA document in their decision -making process; and a list of environmental consultation requirements to be met through the IS/MND.

Specific items to be included in the Project Description include, but are not necessarily limited to:

• Project background summary
• Architectural characteristics
• Landscaping characteristics, including a
plant palette
• Hardscaping characteristics
• Lighting characteristics, including parking,
signage, and security
• Vehicular access points and onsite
vehicular circulation and parking
• Water, wastewater, and storm-water
infrastructure characteristics
• Offsite improvements required to
implement the project
• Development phasing and construction
phasing
• Grading and soil balance
• Construction material and vehicle staging
areas (i.e., lay-down areas)
• Graphics and exhibits necessary to
supplement the narrative including
regional and vicinity location maps and a
detailed site plan
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The project description will include a thorough description of the proposed facility improvements and the purpose for which those improvements are proposed. Project construction activities will be characterized and anticipated construction phases and duration along with proposed equipment and construction staging areas will also be discussed. The draft project description will be submitted to City staff for review and finalized after comments are received.

Deliverables: One electronic in Word of the Draft and Final Project Description will be sent to the City.

TASK 2.0: PREPARE TECHNICAL STUDIES/REPORTS/ASSESSMENTS/DATA RUNS

UltraSystems and its subconsultant s will prepare technical studies to address the following environmental topics:
• Air Quality/Greenhouse Gas Emissions
• Cultural Resources
• Energy
• Noise
• Phase I Environmental Site Assessment
• VMT Screening

UltraSystems’ Major Task includes the collection of all requisite information for those issues for which no stand -alone technical reports are being prepared and the preparation of the technical studies/technical analyses listed above. For all technical reports, drafts of the technical studies will be submitted to the City for review and comment and then revised as warranted to become final technical reports prior to being used to support issue specific discussions in the Initial Study. All technical studies will be included as appendices to the Initial Study to be prepared for the proposed project.

Task 2.1: Background Data Collection/Evaluation. For those issues in the Initial Study requiring evaluation but for which no technical study will either be prepared or made available by the project applicant, UltraSystems will conduct literature research to document existing conditions at the project site and surrounding area. Sources of data to be used in this analysis include the City’s General Plan, and its Program EIR, or other adopted CEQA documents prepared for other projects in the immediate area of the project site, and applicable regional policy plans, among others.

Task 2.2: Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Technical Memo. The air quality report will evaluate the project’s potential air quality impacts within the project area and suggest mitigation measures for significant impacts, where feasible. UltraSystems will prepare stand-alone Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas emissions impact report s. Relevant technical information from those reports will be incorporated into the Draft IS/MND. Existing conditions will be documented by summarizing baseline air quality information, including area topography and meteorology and their influence on air quality; the relevant state and federal ambient air quality standards (AAQS); ambient monitoring data from the closest monitoring station(s) to the project site for the past three years; and attainment status with respect to state and federal AAQS. Ambient monitoring data available from the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD), California Air Resources Board (ARB), and U.S.

Environmental Protection Agency ( USEPA) websites will be incorporated. The setting will also identify existing and reasonably foreseeable sensitive receptors. It will also identify existing major sources of air pollutants in the project vicinity, including sources of toxic air contaminants an d odorous emissions. The regulatory setting will also discuss plans to achieve the state and federal CITY OF GARDENA - ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING SERVICES

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AAQS, and rules and regulations that may apply to stationary sources associated with operation of the proposed project.

UltraSystems will coordinate with the project team to develop construction equipment and phasing assumptions. The emissions for volatile organic compounds (VOC), oxides of nitrogen (NOx), carbon monoxide (CO), particulate matter (PM10, PM2.5) and sulfur oxides (SOx) will be estimated under both construction and operational-related conditions. These emissions will be calculated with the latest version of the California Emissions Estimator Model (CalEEMod). In addition to estimating regional emissions, UltraSystems will perform a localized significance analysis, following SCAQMD screening protocols, to determine whether exposures to NO
2, CO, PM 10 and PM 2.5 from onsite construction
activities in the surrounding community will be significant. Where significant impacts are identified, mitigation measures will be identified and discussed.

Mitigation measures in the form of energy policies , project design features, and best management practices will be recommended to reduce or avoid potential project -specific or cumulative impacts on air quality. Where possible, the effectiveness of the mitigation measures will be quantified, and the significance of the project impacts with mitigation will be reevaluated and compared to the SCAQMD significance thresholds criteria.

Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Assessment. CEQA Guideline Appendix G requires that an initial study include (1) an evaluation of project GHG emissions and (2) determination of whether a project furthers or hinders implementation of GHG reduction policies and plans. We will use the CalEEMod model mentioned above to calculat e GHG emissions from demolition and construction activities.

Following SCAQMD guidance, we will amortize demolition and construction emissions over 30 years to obtain an annual rate. UltraSystems will confer with the City to determine a significance threshold for the amortized emissions.

Task 2.3: Cultural Resources Assessment (CRA). UltraSystems will prepare a CRA with a Phase I records search for a one -mile radius from the project site. The CRA will be completed pursuant acceptable industry standards and in full compliance with the requirements of CEQA and its implementing guidelines, as amended. The Native American Heritage Commission (NAHC) will be contacted to request a search to identify Sacred Lands and culturally significant sites, if any, and obtain a list of Native American tribes, organizations and interested individuals that should be contacted to provide information on culturally important sites within the 0.5 -mile Area of Potential Effect (APE). UltraSystems will also consult with City staff before contacting any Native America n tribes.

Prehistoric and historic archaeological literature and record reviews would include prior General Plan information, EIRs, cultural technical reports, site records, previous assessments, research designs, monitoring programs, and related cultural documentat ion to identify cultural resources within the APE. Records will be reviewed at the at the local California Historic Resources Information Systems (CHRIS) Center.

A pedestrian survey of the project site following standard professional archaeological procedures will be conducted to determine if cultural resources are present on the surface and identify areas with a high probability of containing subsurface cultural resources. Artifacts, features, sites and structures greater than 50 years of age will be photographed and recorded. Based on these data, a Phase I Cultural Resource Survey Report would be prepared to: (1) document research methodology and findings; (2) provide recommendations for avoidance or preservation of cultural resources that may be encountered during construction or other project activities; and (3) provide mitigation measures to protect and preserve cultural resources if avoidance is not feasible in compliance with CEQA and local standards. A site record and/or site record update will be completed and submitted CITY OF GARDENA - ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING SERVICES

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to appropriate agencies upon completion of the field survey. Where impacts are identified, UltraSystems will work with the lead agency to develop appropriate and feasible mitigation measures in full compliance with CEQA and its implementing Guidelines.

Deliverable: The CRA analysis will be submitted to the City for its review. It is anticipated that there will be no more than two rounds of review before the CRA is finalized by UltraSystems.

Task 2.4: AB 52 and Tribal Cultural Resources Technical Services. UltraSystems will assist the Lead Agency with Assembly Bill 52 (AB 52) compliance. If the Lead Agency does not already have a Native American tribal contact list, UltraSystems will assist by requesting such a list from the Native American Heritage Commission and will prepare a template letter to ask recommended tribes if they wish to be on it the agency’s contact list, using lead agency letterhead and contact information.

UltraSystems will assist the lead agency to initiate AB 52 consultation with tribes by preparing a template letter describing the project and asking if the tribe wishes to participate in AB 52 consultation specific to the project. UEI can prepare a single basic template letter for the agency to use or it can prepare the letters to all listed tribes, using lead agency letterhead and contact information. Once government-to-government consultation is initiated, UEI cultural resources staff can join in consultation meetings at the request of the lead agency to provide information and advice as requested.

Task 2. 5: Energy Assessment. The types of energy use that must be addressed include fuel consumption by mobile sources and fuel consumption by construction equipment; Title 24 building energy use (such as that used by HVAC and lighting); and non -Title 24 building energy use (such as appliances and electronic devices). Fuel consumption data may be determined either directly or by back-calculation from the emissions software discussed above. The energy assessment will be incorporated into the Energy Section of the Initial Study; no stand-alone report will be produced.

Task 2.6: Phase I Environmental Site Assessment. UltraSystems, via its sub -consultant, Citadel EHS, will prepare a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) for the proposed collection facility project. The content of the Phase I ESA will be consistent with the American Society for Testing and Materials International (ASTM) 2013 guidance (Designation Number E1527 -13) and the United States EPA Standards and Practices for All Appropriate Inquiries (AAI). Th e objective of this assessment is to evaluate wheth er past or current activities have resulted in “recognized environmental conditions,” as defined in ASTM E1527 -13 and AAI. The key work efforts are described below.
• Review readily available maps and reports pertaining to the site. The client is requested to provide copies of documents in their possession. Conduct interviews with property representatives, if readily available, regarding the environmental status of the site. • Perform a site reconnaissance to visually observe areas of possibly contaminated surficial soil or surface water, improperly stored hazardous materials, possible sources of polychlorinated biphenyls, and possible risks of contamination from activities at the site and adjacent properties.
• Review readily available local regulatory agency files for the site. Requests are made to the County Department of Health Services, SCAQMD, and the local Fire and Building Departments. Other agencies that may be contacted, depending on site history and conditions, include the local California Regional Water Quality Control Board office and the State of California Department of Toxic Substances Control. CITY OF GARDENA - ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING SERVICES

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• Review available regulatory agency databases for the site and for properties located within a specified radius of the site. The purpose of this review is to evaluate the possible environmental impact to the site. Databases will report locations of known hazardous waste sites, landfills, and leaking underground storage tanks (LUSTs), permitted facilities that use underground storage tanks, and facilities that use, store, or dispose of hazardous materials. • Review readily available historical documents, including aerial photographs (site and adjacent properties), Sanborn Insurance Maps (site and available adjacent properties), Building Department Records (site only), reverse city directories (site and available adjacent properties), and topographic maps, as appropriate.
• The Phase I ESA report will document findings and provide opinions and recommendations regarding possible environmental impacts on the site. Color photographs of the site will be provided in the report.

Task 2.7: Noise Assessment. UltraSystems will prepare a noise impact assessment for the proposed project. This study will document ambient noise levels experienced along the studied roadway segments and at the property lines to the project site. It will estimate noise levels with pro ject operation and existing sources of literature documenting stationary sources. Ambient noise levels will be documented using a Quest Technologies, SoundPro, DL -1-1/3 noise meter that meets the standards outlined in ANSI/ASA S1.13-2020 (American National Standard Measurement of Sound Pressure Levels in Air).
• Noise levels generated by construction and operational activities will be calculated.

UltraSystems has substantial experience with calculating noise levels, including demolition and site preparation, excavation, and building construction. Estimated constru ction noise levels will be compared to the City of Gardena’s General Plan Noise Element, and the Municipal Code to determine whether significant impacts would occur. Using noise prediction modeling, UltraSystems will determine the potential for the project to cause a substantial permanent noise to increase above levels without the project at the property line.

• Predicted noise levels will be compared to adopted thresholds and goals, policies, and objectives from the General Plan and conclusions will be drawn as to whether any potential increase would represent a significant acoustic impact requiring mitigation. Noise levels generated by onsite uses, machinery during construction and operation, construction trucks and operation vans, landscape equipment, will also be discussed and compared to adopted standards. Mitigation will be proposed for all significant noise impacts.

• Use of heavy earthmoving equipment during construction can generate enough vibration to adversely affect nearby receivers. UltraSystems will perform a vibration screening analysis, using methods and reference vibration levels from the Federal Transit Admin istration’s Transit Noise and Vibration Impact Assessment Manual (2018) to determine whether construction vibration would be high enough to damage structures or cause annoyance to sensitive receivers.

Task 2.8: CEQA VMT Screening Analysis. UltraSystems would utilize subconsultant RK Engineering for this task. The purpose of this study is to demonstrate that the project would not require a full VMT analysis per the City VMT requirements. The project is expected to be considered a local-serving CITY OF GARDENA - ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING SERVICES

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project that may be presumed to have a less than significant impact absent substantial evidence to the contrary.
• Discuss the project with the City’s Traffic Engineer and confirm the project description. • Perform an initial project screening assessment to determine whether the project may be presumed less than significant.
• Provide a qualitative discussion to address the VMT requirement for the project. • Summarize the results of the analysis in a memorandum letter report.

MAJOR TASK 3.0: ADMINISTRATIVE DRAFT INITIAL STUDY (IS), MITIGATED NEGATIVE

DECLARATION (MND), AND MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORT PROGRAM (MMRP) Task 3.1: Administrative Draft Initial Study. UltraSystems will prepare an Initial Study (IS) pursuant to CEQA § 21080 and §§ 15060 through 15065 of the CEQA Guidelines. Technical analyses (refer to Major Task 2.0 ) will be conducted for different environmental resource areas, as needed, and well-supported responses for all questions listed in CEQA Appendix G will be provided.

Environmental issues to be considered include the following topical areas , including the required Mandatory Finding of Significance.

Environmental Topical Areas
Aesthetics Greenhouse Gas Emissions Population/Housing Agriculture and Forestry Resources Hazards & Hazardous Materials Public Services Air Quality Hydrology/Water Quality Recreation
Biological Resources Land Use/Planning Transportation/Traffic Cultural Resources Mandatory Finding of Significance Tribal Cultural Resources Geology/Soils Mineral Resources Utilities/Service Systems Energy Noise Wildfire

The following provides an annotated Table of Contents of the Initial Study.  Section 1.0 Introduction. This section of the Initial Study will describe the contents of the document, its purpose and statutory authority, and summarize its findings. It will also provide information regarding the project site and its environment.

 Section 2.0 Project Description . This section will discuss the proposed site plan. It will describe the dimensions and design of the proposed structures; their operational characteristics; and project construction.

 Section 3.0 Determination. This section contains the Lead Agency’s formal statement that it has determined that a Mitigated Negative Declaration will be prepared.

 Section 4.0 Evaluation of Environmental Impacts. This is where the assessment of impacts is presented and for each environmental topic identified above this section will describe the physical and regulatory settings, identify thresholds of impact significance, identify any significant or potentially significant impacts, and if warranted, identify mitigation measures.

 Section 5.0 References, List of Acronyms, and List of Preparers.

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The information developed in the IS will serve as substantial evidence that supports a preliminary conclusion that: ( 1) the project would not produce a significant effect on the environment, and a Negative Declaration (ND) may be issued, or (2) the project would not produce a significant effect on the environment provided that certain mitigation measures are implemented, and a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) may be issued, or in an unlikely situation (3) an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) should be prepared.

Should the City determine that, based on the Initial Study, there is no substantial evidence that the project would cause a significant effect on the environment, or that certain measures would avoid or mitigate potentially significant effects to a level of insignificance, UltraSystems would prepare a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) for the project. Based on the available information, UltraSystems anticipates the preparation of an IS/MND, as previously noted.

Task 3.2: Administrative Draft MND and Mitigation Monitoring Program. UltraSystems will use the Initial Study as the basis for preparation of the administrative draft MND. Mitigation measures would be selected to avoid or reduce potential environmental impacts to less than significant levels, where feasible. UltraSystems will also prepare a draft MMRP pursuant to CEQA Guidelines § 15097.

The MMRP will specify: (1) the responsibility for implementation; (2) the timing for implementation; (3) the mechanisms of monitoring activities, including the frequency, contact and format for reporting requirements; and (4) the content, requirements, and ultimate disposition of a Final MMRP. UltraSystems will submit the administrative draft IS/MND and MMRP to City staff for review and comment.

Deliverables: One electronic of the Administrative Draft Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program will be submitted to the City for review.

UltraSystems is expecting up to two rounds of lead agency staff comments on the Administrative Draft document.

TASK 4.0: PUBLIC DRAFT INITIAL STUDY, MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION, AND

MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM
Task 4.1: Public Draft IS/MND and MMRP. After receipt of the City’s comments on the administrative draft IS/MND and MMRP, UltraSystems will revise the administrative Draft IS/MND and MMRP. Based on the comments received, we will resubmit the Draft IS/MND to the City as the Public Draft IS/MND. After City’s review and approval, UltraSystems will finalize the Draft IS/MND for print and public circulation.

We anticipate that the City will be responsible for distribution of the Public Draft IS/MND and submission of the Public Draft IS/MND to the State Clearinghouse for review by state agencies.

Deliverables: One electronic copy of the Public Draft Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program will be provided to the City.

TASK 5.0: PUBLIC AND AGENCY REVIEW
Task 5.1: Public and Agency Review of Draft IS/MND. This task facilitates UltraSystems’ efforts to assist the City with their distribution obligations of the Draft IS/MND. UltraSystems will be responsible for the reproduction of three hard copies of the Draft IS/MND.

Deliverables: Two hard copies of the Draft IS/MND will be submitted to the City.

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Task 3.5: Notice and Circulate Draft IS/MND/MMRP. UltraSystems will work with the City to compile the distribution list for the Draft IS/MND. UltraSystems will identify Local, Responsible and Trustee agencies defined in CEQA Guidelines §§ 15381 and 15386, and will consult with each, as appropriate, to satisfy Public Resource Code (PRC) § 21080.3 and CEQA Guidelines § 15063(g).

UltraSystems will submit the draft distribution list to the City for review and comment. UltraSystems will also prepare a master copy of the Public Draft IS/MND/MMRP for reproduction. UltraSystems will coordinate the production of copies for public distribution and deliver the environmental document (IS/MND/MMRP) to the State Clearinghouse.

UltraSystems will complete the following tasks on behalf of the City. • Prepare and distribute a Notice of Intent to Adopt an MND (NOI) to the Los Angeles County Clerk and State Clearinghouse to announce the 30 -day public review period as required by Public Resources Code § 21091(b) and CEQA Guidelines § 15073(a). UltraSystems will also post the NOI in a local paper of general circulation.
• Prepare and distribute a Notice of Completion (NOC) which will also serve as the environmental document transmittal form to all recipients of the NOI, public review Draft IS/MND/MMRP, NOI, and Draft MMRP.
• Mail up to 25 required notices to affected agencies and interested persons or stakeholders.

Mailings will be via US mail. The NOI will indicate the final day for accepting written comments.

TASK 6.0: FINAL IS/MND/MMRP/PUBLIC HEARINGS/NOD
Task 6.1: Response to Comments. UltraSystems will prepare responses to environmental comments received on the Draft IS/MND. Upon receipt of comment letters on the IS/MND during the 30-day review period, UltraSystems would review the content of the letters to determine the nature and extent of the needed response to comments (RTCs) effort. This scope of work assumes UltraSystems will prepare responses for up to 20 individual environmental comments received on the Draft IS/MND. The RTCs would be provided to the City , and after receiving one set of consolidated comments from the City, the RTCs would be finalized. Responding to more than 20 individual comments (some letters may contain more than one comment) would be done on a time and materials basis with prior approval by the City.

Task 6.2: Final IS/MND and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program. UltraSystems will prepare the final IS/MND that will include revisions to the Draft IS/MND based on comments received. If required, UltraSystems will assist the City in soliciting and incorporating the views of Responsible and Trustee Agencies regarding the scope and appropriateness of the monitoring and reporting program and finalize the MMRP.

Deliverables: UltraSystems will submit two hard copies of the Final Initial Study/MND to the City.

Task 6.3: Public Hearing Attendance. UltraSystems will attend one public hearing for the proposed project to answer questions regarding the environmental document and impact analyses. If required, UltraSystems, in cooperation with City staff, shall prepare any materials that would be required and will participate at such meetings to the extent determined appropriate. Should environmental issues arise at those hearings requiring additional investigation(s) beyond the scope of this proposal, UltraSystems will provide the City with specific recommendations concerning an app ropriate response(s) and, following the City’s authorization to proceed, will undertake the preparation of any additional studies that may be required as determined by the City. Attendance at additional public CITY OF GARDENA - ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING SERVICES

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hearings beyond the one identified above would be compensated for in accordance with the terms and conditions contained in our Standard Rate Schedule.

Task 6.4: Notice of Determination. UltraSystems will prepare the project Notice of Determination (NOD) and the City will post it with the Los Angeles County Clerk after the City has adopted the Final IS/MND. A copy of the NOD will also be sent electronically by the City to the State Clearinghouse (OPR) for its file.

Deliverables: One electronic copy of the Draft and Final Response to Comments , and Final IS/MND including the Final MMRP. One electronic copy of the NOD.

3.0 PROJECT SCHEDULE
For the IS/MND, UltraSystems proposes a reasonable performance schedule for this proposed project which would have the CEQA compliance document ready to go to public hearing in approximately 6 months from commencement . This schedule assumes that there are no substantial changes or revisions to the proposed project description after project initiation, and that all requested project information is received by UltraSystems on time.

As indicated in Table 3.0-1, the estimated duration to prepare the IS/MND from initiation through District adoption of the IS/MND will be approximately 21 weeks , assuming that there are not any unforeseen circumstances and no project description changes.

Table 3.0-1

PROJECT SCHEDULE

TASKS TASK DURATION
(IN WEEKS)

CUMULATIVE DURATION
(IN WEEKS)
Attend Project Kick-Off Meeting <1 <1
Prepare Project Description (include 1 week of
District review and 1 week of UEI revisions) 4 5
Air Quality/GHG Impact Analysis
3 8
Cultural
Energy
Phase I ESA
Noise Study
VMT Analysis
Screencheck Initial Study 3 11
City Review (1 week) 1 12
Proof check IS, Print check IS, MMRP 1 13
City Review (1 week) 1 14
Prepare NOI and NOC 1 15
Circulation Period (30 days) 4 19
Response to Comments 2 21
Public Hearing (1) TBD TBD
Project Management and Coordination Continuous Continuous AB 52 Support Continuous Continuous
TOTAL 21
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Assumptions:

1. Task 1.0 is assumed to be the week that UltraSystems is provided written authorization to begin work.

2. UltraSystems is not responsible for schedule delays beyond its control (e.g., for project description changes or delays in providing pertinent project information).

3. Tasks may be performed concurrently within the same week, begin concurrently, or both.

4. Weeks are assumed to be working days consisting of five days per week.

5. The public hearings/meetings would take place at the City’s or designated CEQA Lead Agency’s discretion.

6. Each City review round will consist of two weeks.

7. Each UltraSystems revision round will consist of one week.

4.0 RELATED PROJECT EXPERIENCE – RECYCLING FACILITIES OR INDUSTRIAL PROJECT: ORANGE COUNTY WASTE CONVERSION TECHNOLOGY
Task: Preparation of Initial Study to evaluate alternative solid waste conversion technologies Client: County of Orange Waste & Recycling, c/o Clements Environmental

As a subcontractor to Clements Environmental, UltraSystems was part of a consultant team that evaluated the feasibility of using various non -combustion-based technologies to convert municipal solid waste to electricity, fuel, and/or other economically useful products at seven candidate landfill sites. UltraSystems was responsible for two key areas of the evaluation. First, we identified and described in de tail all the procedures, issues and potential roadblocks involved in obtaining air permits for the main types of equipment that would be used in conversion processes, and in developing the documentation for CEQA clearance. Subsequently, UltraSystems performed a “screening initial study” for each of two high -priority sites. Using the initial study checklist in Appendix G of the CEQA Guidelines, we identified impacts that were potentially significant and would have to be evaluated in depth in an environmental impact report.

PROJECT: LOS ANGELES CONVERSION TECHNOLOGIES
Task: Evaluation of technologies to convert post-recycling solid waste into marketable products Client: Alternative Resources, Inc. (ARI)

The objective of this project, which was sponsored by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works, was to identify and evaluate innovative technologies for converting
post-recycling municipal solid waste into energy and/or marketable products, and to do the same for material
recovery facilities (MRF ) where the technologies might be located. UltraSystems assisted in all phases of the technology review, including designing vendor questionnaires, reviewing process designs, estimating emissions and helpi ng to
interview prospective vendors. UltraSystems also toured MRFs in Southern California and helped evaluate their
suitability for the program. One of our major contributions to the project was to identify South Coast Air Quality
Management District rules and programs that were directly relevant to waste conversion technologies. We also provided step-by-step approaches for obtaining air permits, and described the advantages and disadvantages of options at each step. Finally, UltraSystems contributed to the draft and final reports to the County.

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PROJECT: POMONA MATERIALS RECOVERY FACILITY AND TRANSFER STATION – EIR Task: Preparation of an EIR
Client: City of Pomona, Community Development Department

UltraSystems prepared a project -level EIR for the development and operation of a regional 6,000-ton-per-day Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) serving the eastern San Gabriel Valley. The proposed project consiste d of the development, operation and maintenance of a M RF within the City of Pomona. The
approximately 25-acre facility would receive, process, recycle and compact up to 6,000 tons p er day of municipal solid waste from the City of Pomona and other San Gabriel Valley cities. After processing and inspection, residual waste from this facility would be transported by transfer trucks to local Class III landfill sites for end disposal. If no landfill space is available locally, residual waste would be processed, then compacted into intermodal containers and transported via rail systems to remote Class III landfill locations (within the state or out of state).

PROJECT: CITY OF VISTA MATERIAL RECOVERY AND TRANSFER STATION Task: Preparation of an IS/MND
Client: City of Vista
UltraSystems prepared an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for a proposed 1,500 -ton-per-day Materials Recovery Facility and Transfer Station with rail- haul capabilities in Northern San Diego County. UltraSystems worked with the City of Vista (Vista) and a five -city joint powers authority (JPA) to prepare a compre hensive environmental impact report (EIR) for a regional materials recovery facility/transfer station (MRF) proposed within the City. The proposed Vista MRF/Transfer Station will provide a central location within northern San Diego County (County) for the consolidation of solid waste materials and transfer to regional landfill locations. The Vista MRF/Transfer Station will accept residential, commercial, construction, demolition, and industrial solid waste for recycling and transfer to selected landfills. At build -out, the Vista MRF/Transfer Station will have a maximum peak throughput of 2,500 tons per day (tpd). The facility will be designed in two phases: Phase I will average 1,000 tpd and acco mmodate peak demands of up to 1,700 tpd; Phase II will average 1,500 tpd and be designed to accommodate a peak demand of 2,500 tpd.

PROJECT: REVIEW OF COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE EDOM HILL LANDFILL AND CITY OF PALM

SPRINGS NORTH PALM SPRINGS MATERIAL RECOVERY FACILITY - PEER REVIEWS Task: Peer Review of IS/MND
Client: City of Cathedral City
UltraSystems has prepared several peer reviews on behalf of the Cathedral City. One such pr oject was to evaluate a
project/applicant-prepared IS/MND for a proposed Transfer Station within the City’s jurisdiction, next to the Edom Hill Landfill currently operated by the County of Riverside and another NOP/EA prepared by the City of Palm Springs to
construct the proposed North Palm Spring s Material Recovery Facility. Both facilities would accept up to 3,000 tons per day of waste. UltraSystems reviewed all technical studies and provided support to City staff for the MND and EA prepared.

PROJECT: COLTON INLAND RECYCLING FACILITY - EIR

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Task: Prepared an EIR
Client: Taormina Industries – City of Colton

UltraSystems prepared an IS/MND for the proposed Inland Recycling Facility. The subject property is 6.14 acres. In August 1999, under DCV -33-99, a materials recovery facility (MRF), also known as the Colton Disposal Facilities
Development Project, was granted a CUP by the City for these uses: a truck storage yard, truck maintenance facility, solid waste recycling and processing center, public
buy-back/recycling center. The proposed project would
amend th e existing CUP and grant the facility the right to accept mixed municipal solid waste from customers,
including residential/commercial/industrial throughout the City of Colton and San Bernardino County.

Environmental documentation is UltraSystems’ core business. Since 1994, we have prepared and/or contributed to hundreds of environmental impact reports (EIR) under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). We are also frequently called upon to prepare other related documents, such as initial studies, mitigated negative declarations and environmental assessments. When stand-alone technical studies are required for an EIR, UltraSystems ’ in-house staff usually prepares those for aesthetics/visual impact s, agricultural resources, air quality, biological resources, jurisdictional delineation, cultural resources, hazards and hazardous materials, land use/planning, noise and vibration, population/housing and utilities/service systems. For other technical areas such as traffic, we have developed excellent working relationships with specialized technical consultants, such as those proposed for this project.

Additionally, UltraSystems’ staff has solid experience working on industrial projects. Brief project descriptions for selected projects completed by UltraSystems. • Fontana, Calabash Warehouse – IS/MND | 212,420 sq. ft. w/25 docks • Fontana, Sierra Summit Warehouse - IS/MND & Tech. Studies | 102,380 sq. ft. • San Dimas, Allen/Cataract Warehouse - IS/MND & Tech. Studies | 64,422 sq. ft. • Palmdale, Seefried Industrial Properties Warehouse - Biological, Regulatory, GIS | 113.69 acres
• Fontana, Summit Warehouse - IS/MND & Tech. Studies | 102,380 sq. ft. • Fontana, Beech Warehouse - EIR Addendum & Tech. Studies | 167,958 sq. ft. • Fontana, Clover Warehouse - EIR Addendum & Tech Studies | 126,807 sq. ft • Fontana, Mango Avenue Industrial - IS/MND & Tech Studies | 115,100 sq. ft. • Fontana, Conco Companies Warehouse – IS/MND & Tech Studies | 106,289 sq. ft. • Grand Terrace, Industrial Semi-Trailer Storage Facility Peer Review | 650 truck container and trailer storage
• Fontana, Slover Logistics Center, IS/MND & Tech Studies | 109,630 sq. ft • Fontana, Boyle Warehouse - EIR Addendum & Tech Studies | 126,655 sq. ft. • Fontana, Calabash Trailer Storage Facilities | 4.59 acres • Fontana, DCT Jurupa Logistics Center - EIR Addendum & Tech Studies | 104,530 sq. ft. • Fontana, Mulberry Trailer Storage Facility - IS/MND & Tech Studies | 11.96 acres • Temecula, Dendy Industrial Warehouse - IS/MND & Tech Studies | 326,641 sq. ft. • Temecula, MS Mountain View Warehouse – IS/MND & Tech Studies | 80,819 sq. ft.

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• Victorville, Space Center Warehouse and Distribution - Biological & Regulatory | 996,520 sq. ft.
• Mira Loma, Space Center Warehouse and Distribution - Biological | 1,063,599 sq. ft. • Redlands, Kite Realty Group, Warehouse - Phase I ESA |28.6 acres • Fullerton, Hunt-Wesson Industrial, Lincoln Properties - IS/MND & Tech Studies | 1,259,923 sq. ft.
• Fontana, Calabash Warehouse – IS/MND | 207,150 sq. ft. w/25 docks • Fontana, ABF Freight Almond/Banana - EIR Addendum | 18,240 sq. ft. additional truck docks and trailer storage
• Chino, CSG Pallet Industrial – IS/MND | 22,267 sq. ft. manufacturing facility • Redlands, Sessums Drive Industrial – IS/MND & Peer Review of Tech Studies | 6 buildings totaling 263,328 sq. ft.

5.0 SUBCONSULTANTS
The following information provides a summary description of our two specialized subconsultants, Citadel EHS (Phase I ESA) and RK Engineering (CEQA VMT Screening Analysis), both of whom have existing working relationship s with UltraSystems and have successfully completed numerous projects for our firm.

CITADEL EHS – PHASE I ENVIRONMENTAL SITE ASSESSMENT
Citadel EHS (Citadel) is a market -leading, employee- owned Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) consulting firm that understands how the ‘built environment’ is developed, operated, occupied, and, eventually, deconstructed. Our expert team possesses an integrative knowledge base of Architecture, Industrial Hygiene, Safety, Construction, Geology, Sustainability and more that together ensure the most comprehensive strategy and solution for our clients. Mark Drollinger, M.Eng., CSP, CHMM, EIT, is a Principal at Citadel EHS, and would lead the preparation of the Phase I ESA work.

ENGINERRING | CEQA VMT Screening
RK Engineering Group, Inc. (RK) is a full -service transportation engineering firm that designs strategies to effectively manage traffic flow and parking demand for vehicles arriving and departing your facility. Justin Tucker, BS, PE a Principal of the firm, would lead the technical peer review of the VMT Screening and traffic impact report for this project.

6.0 QUALIFICATIONS AND CAPABILITIES

6.1 Firm Overview
UltraSystems Environmental (UltraSystems) is a full-service planning and environmental consulting firm. Founded in 1994, UltraSystems is headquartered in Irvine, California. For over 31 years, UltraSystems has provided consulting services to public agencies throughout California, having successfully prepared over 7,000 environmental reports, engineering studies and other technical studies for these and other private sector clients.

We are confident that our extensive experience, together with our 52 in-house professionals, will bring a level of professional project management and technical expertise to this assignment which will ensure the delivery of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) compliance documents that are technically comprehensive and legally defensible. The latter is best demonstrated by the fact that

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since our inception, not one of the CEQA compliance documents that we have prepared has been successfully subjected to a legal challenge, despite our involvement with some of the most controversial projects in the region.

The following requested information is provided about the company, depicting its legal entity name, FEIN, and Dun & Bradstreet identification numbers, along with other relevant information about the firm.

FIRM PROFILE
Company Name: Environmental UltraSystems Incorporated (UltraSystems) Corporation Type: UltraSystems is a S Corporation (C1747565). It is privately held.

Headquarters: 16431 Scientific Way, Irvine, CA 92618
T: 949/788-4900 | F: 949/788-4901
Website: https://ultrasystems.com/
Year Incorporated: July 14, 1994 | S-Corp
FEIN: 33-0623499
D&B Number: 87924-8243
Years in Business: 31
Organizational
Structure:

Flat, with six distinctive Groups. Including: (1) AQ, Noise, GHG; (2) Biological Services; (3) Cultural Resources; (4) GIS; (5) Environmental; (6) Water Resources.

Diversity Certifications:
 Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)
 Small Business Enterprise (SBE)
 Woman-owned Business Enterprise (WBE)
 Federal Woman-owned Small Business (WOSB)
 DIR # 1000369051
Contact for the
Contract:

Betsy A. Lindsay, President/CEO | E: [email protected] T: 949/788-4900 x227
Number of Employees: Full/Part-time employees in Irvine = 52 NAICS: 541620, 541330, 541370, 541618, 541720, 541690, 541990 Office Locations: Irvine and Grass Valley

6.2 Business Information
The preparation and review of CEQA /NEPA documents and related technical studies have been a core service of UltraSystems since our inception in 1994. This expertise includes coordination with local, state, federal and other governmental agencies; managing public participation programs; issuing necessary legal notices; and incorporating the environmental document(s) into the overall planning process.

UltraSystems regularly acts as an extension of staff for public agencies to perform all required public and agency notifications for CEQA /NEPA environmental review documents. After review, UltraSystems handles the logistics of distribution, publication, and notifications per Government Code requirements.

6.3 Proposed Staffing and Project Organization
UltraSystems has assembled a Project Team with the necessary resource capacity and availability to successfully deliver on this important project. Project Team members are identified below, and key resumes are attached in an Appendix.
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Table 6.3-1 below identifies the UltraSystems Project Team and their roles on this project. All technical work related to the IS/MND would be performed by UltraSystems staff.

Table 6.3-1

ULTRASYSTEMS PROJECT TEAM
Name/Title Project Role Yrs. Exp.

Management Leads
Betsy Lindsay, MURP, ENV SP
Project Director
Contract Administration, Resource Allocation, Budget Control and Overall CEQA Compliance - QA/QC 30+
Robert Reicher, MBA, ENV SP
Senior Project Manager
Project Management, Schedule, Project Description, CEQA Deliverables QA/QC – Primary Point of Contact 40+
Key Technical Leads
Dr. Michael Rogozen, D. Env.

Senior Principal Engineer Air Quality, Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Energy, Noise 40+ Megan Doukakis, MS
Archaeologist
Cultural Resources, Tribal Cultural Resources, AB 52
Assistance 14
Billye Breckenridge, BS
GIS Manager
GIS, Spatial Analysis, Land Use, Alternatives, Cumulative Effects, Mandatory Findings of Significance, 26
Michael Milroy, MS
Project Manager
Geology and Soils, Hazardous Materials, Hydrology, Mineral Resources 19
Steven Borjeson, BA
Senior Planner Aesthetics, Agricultural Resources, Recreation, Wildfires 12 Victor Paitimusa, BA, ENV SP
Senior Planner
Population and Housing, Public Services, Utilities/Service Systems, Recreation 6
Subconsultants
Mark Drollinger, M.Eng., CSP, CHMM, EIT
Principal
Citadel EHS
Hazardous Materials – Phase I ESA 30
Justin Tucker, P.E., T.E., Principal
RK Engineering CEQA VMT Screening Assessment 20

6.4 Key Management for this Project
Presented below are the bios of Betsy Lindsay, Project Director, and Robert Reicher, UltraSystems’ designated Senior Project Manager. Mr. Reicher will be the Primary Point of Contract with City staff throughout the contract performance period.

BETSY LINDSAY, MURP, ENV SP | Principal-in-Charge/Project Director As UltraSystems’ Principal, Ms. Lindsay will ensure client satisfaction with those services provided by Ms. Lindsay has over 40 years of experience, has successfully prepared over 500 environmental documents for a broad spectrum of projects, and has managed over 20 large -scale, on -call/as-needed contracts that have encompassed 1,000’s of task orders relating to public agency projects. Below are listed some of the EIRs and other environmental documents that she has been involved with in Southern
California.

EDUCATION
 M.S., Urban and Regional Planning, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, CA  B.S., Geography, California State University, Long Beach, CA

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ENVIRONMENTAL EXPERIENCE – SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLING
• Compliance Monitoring Services, Sunshine Canyon Landfill, Sylmar – current • Compliance Monitoring Services, Chiquita Canyon Landfill, Castaic – current • City of Pomona Materials Recovery Facility, Pomona - EIR • SWT Transfer Station in the City of Compton – IS/MND
• Orange County Waste Conversion Technology – Initial Study • Vista Materials Recovery Facility and Transfer Station - EIR • Cathedral City, County of Riverside Edom Hill Transfer Station – Peer Review • Republic Services, Bel-Art Transfer Station, Long Beach – IS/MND • Inland Regional Recycling Facility, Colton - EIR
ROBERT REICHER, MBA, ENV SP | Senior Project Manager
Mr. Reicher has been active in the real estate and real estate- related industries for over 40 years, holding positions with major developers and independent consulting firms. He has served as an advisor and consultant to many prominent builders, developers, major corporations, lenders, and government agencies throughout the nation and has provided expert witness and litigation support services for both public and private sector entities. As a Senior Project Manager at UltraSystems, he has managed teams of environmental consultants, planners and technical analysts for projects in all major land uses, including residential, retail, commercial office, mixed use, medical, educational, institutional, recreational and logistics.

EDUCATION
 MBA, Marketing, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA  B.S., Marketing, University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), Los Angeles, CA

PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS, LICENSES AND AFFILIATIONS
• Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP)
• Real Estate Broker, State of CA
• Urban Land Institute, Member
• Who's Who in America
• Who's Who in the West

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
• Conco Companies Warehouse, Fontana – IS/MND & Tech Studies • MS Mountain View Industrial Building, Temecula – IS/MND & Tech Studies • Calabash Warehouse, Fontana – IS/MND & Tech Studies
• ABF Freight Almond/Banana, Fontana – EIR Addendum
• CSG Pallet Industrial, Chino – IS/MND
• Sessums Drive Industrial, Redlands – IS/MND & Peer Review of Tech Studies • Santa Barbara County Calle Real Campus, Santa Barbara, CA -PEIR • Kaiser Medical Center, Redlands, CA - EIR
• California High Speed Rail, Anaheim to Los Angeles Segment, Los Angeles and Orange Counties, CA – EA/FONSI
• The District at Jurupa Valley Specific Plan, Jurupa Valley, CA - EIR • Fontana Civic Center Expansion, Fontana, CA – IS/MND
• Midland Plaza Shopping Center, Fontana, CA – IS/MND
• Los Angeles Regional Intercommunications System (LA -RICS), Los Angeles County, CA –

EA/FONSI

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6.5 Resumes
All Key Staff Resumes are provided in the Technical Appendix due to size.

6.6 Organization Chart
UltraSystems’ Project Team organizational chart below depicts UltraSystems personnel that would be working on this project . All key individuals were selected by the Project Director based on their expertise and experience that would enable highest quality customer service and technical support for this specific contract.

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7.0 REFERENCES
The list below provides references from public agency clients who will attest to the quality of environmental consulting services performed by UltraSystems.

Client Scope of Services Contact Name and Address
City of Fontana
8353 Sierra Avenue
Fontana, CA 92335

Fontana Civic Center
IS/MND, Noise, Cultural, Air
Quality, Greenhouse Gases, and
VMT
Rina Leung, Senior Planner
T: 909/350-6566
E: [email protected]

Santa Barbara County
315 Camino Del Remedio
Santa Barbara, CA 93110

Calle Real Master Plan
Program Environmental Impact
Report (EIR) including technical
studies
Ashton Ellis, Senior Project Manager
T: 805-568-2000
E: [email protected]

City of Redlands
35 Cajon Street, Suite 20
Redlands, CA 92373

Kaiser Permanente Medical
Center

Initial Study, EIR, Cultural, Paleo,
Noise, Biology

Kevin Beery, Senior Planner
T: (909) 798-7555 x1797
E: [email protected]

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8.0 CCERTIVICATE OF INSURANCE AND CONTRACT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT UltraSystems is agreeable with the Agreement in the RFP and has with executing it for a Contact Award. Additionally, our Typical Insurance Certificate is noted below.

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9.0 COSTS (SEPARATE)
UltraSystems presents costs in a separate file as indicated in Planetbids.

10.0 CONFLICT OF INTEREST
UltraSystems has no financial, business, or other relationships with the City that may have an impact on the outcome of this contract or any resulting construction project.

UltraSystems has no relationship with the property or business owner.

 APPENDICES 

APPENDIX
Key Personnel Resumes

Betsy A. Lindsay
Principal

Corporate Office – Orange County Telephone: 949.788.4900 16431 Scientific Way Facsimile: 949.788.4901
Irvine, CA 92618-4355 Website: www.ultrasystems.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Ms. Lindsay is the founder and chief executive of UltraSystems Environmental.

A building industry veteran, she has 3 5 years of experience in environmental planning and permitting, preparing more than 400 environmental documents.

Her background includes managing over 20 on-call professional service contracts for public agencies, which have included hundreds of projects . At UltraSystems, her day -to-day responsibilities include business and project management, contract administration, resource allocation, and quality control. She is responsible for overall project management, the preparation and processing of CEQA/NEPA documents, and associated entitlement obligations for large-scale public and private infrastructure projects.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Compliance Monitoring Services, Sunshine Canyon Landfill, Sylmar, CA Ms. Lindsay serves as Principal in Charge for mitigation monitoring services at the Sunshine Canyon Landfill. The UltraSystems team performs site visits to monitor over 400 conditions of approval and/or mitigation measures and writes monthly and quarterly reports on the findings.

Sunshine Canyon Landfill Expansion, Sylmar, CA (City portion) Ms. Lindsay served as Project Director responsible for oversight of all environmental documentation, preparation and entitlement processing for the proposed Sunshine Canyon Landfill in the City of Los Angeles. Also responsible for overseeing nine (9) part icipating sub-consulting firms, as well as an in -house environmental staff. This combined landfill would have an approximate 90 -million tons of disposal capacity, with a planned maximum intake rate of 11,000 tons-per-day (tpd).

Sunshine Canyon Landfill Expansion, Sylmar, CA (County portion) Ms. Lindsay served as Project Director for the proposed Sunshine Canyon Landfill in the County of Los Angeles responsible for preparing nine environmental documents, entitlement processing, including an Oak Tree and Conditional Use Permit (i.e., 51 project conditions and seven separate monitoring programs), for this project in the City of Los Angeles. She also assisted the County staff with the preparation of permit compliance documentation (i.e., pre -construction, construction, and operations) for required regulatory permits for project implementation. This landfill has an approximate 17 -million tons of disposal capacity, with a planned maximum intake rate of 6,500 tpd.

City of Pomona Materials Recovery Facility, Pomona, CA
Ms. Lindsay served as Project Director for a 6,000- tpd Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) with rail -haul capabilities. She coordinated planning and environmental efforts with the City’s Director of Public Works, Economic Development Director, City Planner, and the planned Facility Operator (i.e., Taormina Industries) in preparation of all environmental documents and citizen participation workshops. The proposed MRF project was one of the most highly controversial projects within the City of Pomona. However, all project documentation prepared by UltraSystems, under Ms. Lindsay’s direction, was certified by the Planning Commission and City Council after several contentious public hearings.

Years of Experience
35+
Years with Firm
27 Education
• M.U.R.P., Master of Urban and
Regional Planning, California
State Polytechnic University,
Pomona, CA, 1989
• B.A., Geography, California
State University, Long Beach,
CA, 1978

• Graduate Program, Public
Policy and Administration,
California State University,
Long Beach, CA, 1992
• Graduate Program, Business
Administration, Pepperdine
University, Irvine, CA, 1991
Professional
Affiliations
• American Planning Association
• Urban Land Institute
• Association of Environmental
Professionals
• National Association of
Women Business Owners
• National Association for
Female Executives
Areas of Expertise
• CEQA
• NEPA
• Entitlement
• Energy
• Federal
• Institutional
• Infrastructure

Betsy A. Lindsay

SWT Transfer Station in the City of Compton, CA
Ms. Lindsay served as Project Manager for the proposed expansion of this transfer station. She was responsible for the preparation of environmental documentation, including the traffic, air quality, noise, and aesthetic portions of the Environmental Assessment, and project entitlements for daily capacity expansion at this facility.

Los Angeles County Conversion Technologies
Alternative Resources, Inc. (ARI)
Contact: Susan Higgins, P.E., T: 978/371-2054 x107, County Contact: Coby Skye, T: 626/ 458-5163 Project Dates: July 2006 – July 2007
This project, sponsored by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works, was initiated to identify and evaluate innovative technologies for converting post-recycling municipal solid waste. The possible uses included energy and marketable products. U ltraSystems assisted in all phases of the technology review, including designing vendor questionnaires, reviewing process designs, estimating emissions, and interviewing prospective vendors.

UltraSystems representatives also toured material recovery facil ities (MRFs) in Southern California and helped evaluate their suitability as sites for the program. As a major contribution, UltraSystems’ personnel identified the South Coast Air Quality Management District rules and programs directly relevant to waste conversion technologies.

The company also provided step- by-step approaches to obtain air permits, describing the advantages and disadvantages of options at each step. Finally, UltraSystems contributed to the draft report submitted to the County.

Orange County Waste Conversion Technology
Clements Environmental (County of Orange Waste & Recycling) Contact: Chip Clements, T: 818/267-5100
Project Dates: March 2009 – August 2009
Interest is growing in converting non -recyclable waste into new uses, thereby reducing the amount of waste disposed at landfills. Interested in this trend, Orange County officials commissioned a study in January 2009 to evaluate conversion technology options for seven landfills, three of them in operation and four closed.

UltraSystems’ role in the project was to assess th e environmental impacts among different conversion technology options. UltraSystems prepared a screening-level initial study for the three highest-ranked sites, and prepared major sections on the implications of relevant air quality and permitting regulations. The report was well -received by representatives of the County.

Pomona Materials Recovery Facility and Transfer Station City of Pomona Community Development Department
Project Dates: 1994-2002
UltraSystems prepared a project-level EIR for the development and operation of a regional 6,000 -ton per day (tpd) MRF serving the eastern San Gabriel Valley. The proposed project consisted of the development, operation, and maintenance of a MRF within the City of Pomona’s jurisdiction. This approximately 25 -acre facility would receive, process, recycle, and compact up to 6,000 tons per day of municipal solid wastes from the City of Pomona and other San Gabriel Valley cities. This MRF is equipped with rai l-loading capabilities. After processing and inspection, residual wastes from this facility would be transported by transfer trucks to local Class III landfill sites for end disposal. If no landfill space was available locally, residual wastes would be p rocessed, then compacted into intermodal containers and transported via rail systems to remote Class III landfill locations (within the state or out of state). Additional features of the MRF include a community buy-back center for the public to recover and recycle materials and an educational/environmental learning center.

Vista Materials Recovery Facility
City of Vista
Contact: Robin Putnam, City Planner, T: 760/726-1340
Project Dates: 1994-2002
UltraSystems prepared an Environmental Impact Report for a proposed 1,500 -ton-per-day Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) and Transfer Station with rail -haul capabilities in Northern San Diego County. UltraSystems worked Betsy A. Lindsay

with the City of Vista (Vista) and a five -city joint powers authority (JPA) to prepare a comprehensive environmental impact report (EIR) for a regional MRF/transfer station proposed within the City. The proposed Vista MRF/Transfer Station would provide a central location within northern San Diego County (County) for the consolidation of solid waste materials and transfer to regional landfill locations. The Vista MRF/Transfer Station would accept residential, commercial, construction, demolition, and indus trial solid waste for recycling and transfer to selected landfills. At build-out, the Vista MRF/Transfer Station would have a maximum peak throughput of 2,500 tons per day (tpd). The facility would be designed in two phases: Phase I would average 1,000 t pd and accommodate peak demands of up to 1,700 tpd; Phase II would average 1,500 tpd and be designed to accommodate a peak demand of 2,500 tpd.

City of Cathedral City Transfer Station
City of Cathedral City
Contact: Deanna Pressgrove, Environmental Conservation Manager, T: 760/770 -0369 Project Dates: 1994-2002
UltraSystems prepared several peer reviews on behalf of the City. One such project was to evaluate a project - applicant-prepared IS/MND for a proposed Transfer Station within the City’s jurisdiction, next to the Edom Hill Landfill operated by the County of Riverside and another Notice of Preparation/Environmental Assessment (NOP/EA) prepared by the City of Palm Springs to construct the proposed North Palm Springs Material Recovery Facility. Both facilities would accept up to 3,000 tpd of waste. UltraSyste ms reviewed all technical studies and provided support to City staff for the Mitigated Negative Declarations (MND) and EA prepared.

Bel-Art Transfer Station
County of Los Angeles, Solid Waste Management Program
Contact: Donald Stockenberg, REHS, County of Los Angeles, T: 626/458 -3546 Project Dates: 1994-2002
UltraSystems prepared an IS/MND for the proposed expansion of the Bel -Art Transfer Station, at 2501 East 68th Street in Long Beach and Los Angeles County. The Bel-Art Facility is on a 3.2-acre parcel and receives and processes up to a 1,500 tons per day ( tpd) of municipal solid waste, including green waste, recyclables, and construction and demolition debris. The proposed expansion would allow this facility to receive up to 4,000 tpd of solid waste materials.

Robert Reicher, MBA, ENV SP
Senior Project Manager

Corporate Office – Orange County Telephone: 949.788.4900 16431 Scientific Way Facsimile: 949.788.4901
Irvine, CA 92618-4355 Website: www.ultrasystems.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Mr. Reicher has been active in the real estate and real estate -related industries since 1970, holding positions with major developers and independent consulting firms. He has served as an advisor and consultant to many prominent builders, developers, major corporations, lenders, and government agencies throughout the nation and has pro vided expert witness and litigation support services for both public and private sector entities. As a Senior Project Manager at UltraSystems, he has managed teams of environmental consultants, planners and technical analysts for projects in all major land uses, including residential, retail, commercial office, mixed use, medical, educational, institutional, recreational and logistics.

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M&J Pallet Recycling Inc, Chino, CA; June 2023
Mr. Reicher provided Project Management oversight for the technical project managers and QA/QC of completed technical sections. This project built a 26,000 SF tilt up that will be split up into storage, manufacturing and office space. There will also be si te improvements, asphalt, parking, and landscaping. The goal of this project is to create a building for pallet manufacturing and storage space. (No. 7222)
Temple City Self Storage Facility, El Monte, CA; May 2024 – Ongoing Mr. Reicher is providing Project Management oversight for the technical project managers and QA/QC of completed technical sections. This project will construct a self-storage unit at 4301 Temple City Boulevard in the City of El Monte. UltraSystems is conducting various technical studies and preparing an IS/MND for this project. (No. 7275)
Preliminary Engineering Services for Jefferson Street Improvements between Avenue 38 and Avenue 40, Indio, CA; January 2024 - Ongoing Mr. Reicher is providing Project Management oversight for the technical project managers and QA/QC of completed technical sections . The City of Indio wants to prepare a focused traffic study and 35% engineering design plans for Jefferson Street between Sun City Boulevard and Avenue 38.

Jefferson Street is currently one lane in each direction for the majority of the portion between Avenue 40 and Avenue 38 except for the portion adjacent to Shadow Hills High School which has two lanes in each direction. The current classification of Jefferson Street per the general plan is a 2 -lane connector within the project limits but south of Avenue 40 on Jefferson Street is classified as a 6-lane major arterial. (No. 7255) Conco Warehouse, Fontana, CA; November 2023 - Ongoing
Mr. Reicher is providing Project Management oversight for the technical project managers and QA/QC of completed technical sections. UltraSystems is preparing an IS/MND for this project. A new building would be constructed that is approximately 107,670 sq. ft. with twelve dock doors. The proposed Zoning Designation would be Light Industrial (M-1). Surrounding streets include Dahlia Street and Santa Ana Avenue. (No. 7248) Deluca Cold Storage, Wilmington, CA; November 2023 - Ongoing Mr. Reicher is providing Project Management oversight for the technical project managers and QA/QC of completed technical sections. The cold storage warehouse facility would be approximately 98,260 sq ft and will be buil t in two phases to allow for continuation of operations of an existing facility, while the new facility is being built. Adjacent streets include East Harry Bridges Boulevard to the south and Quay Avenue to the west. The site is currently

Years of Experience
40+
Years with Firm
15 Education
• MBA, Marketing, University of
Southern California, Los
Angeles, CA
• B.S., Marketing, University of
California Los Angeles (UCLA),
Los Angeles, CA
Professional Certificates
• Envision Sustainability
Professional (ENV SP)
• Real Estate Broker, State of CA

Professional Affiliations
• Urban Land Institute, Member
• Who's Who in America
• Who's Who in the West
Areas of Expertise
• CEQA • NEPA

Robert Reicher

developed with an exi sting concrete tilt-up building along the east side of the site and paving supporting a storage yard with a metal building situated towards the south end of the site. (No. 7247) Sessums Drive Industrial Project, Redlands, CA; October 2023 - Ongoing Mr. Reicher is providing Project Management oversight for the technical project managers and QA/QC of completed technical sections. This project would construct six buildings ranging between 29,718 square feet and 49,960 square feet in size, totaling 263,328 square feet of total floor space inclusive of office and mezzanine areas. The development would need to perform public improvements as required on adjacent right -of-way and related site improvements, including on-site water treatment, landscaping, etc. The project would require a Tentative Tract Map and Planning Commission Review and Approval. In addition to an IS/MND, UltraSystems will also perform Peer Reviews and CEQA Adequacy Reviews of developer-provided technical studies. (No. 7234) Kaiser Permanente Medical Center – EIR, Redlands, CA; August 2023 - Ongoing Mr. Reicher is providing Project Management oversight for the technical project managers and QA/QC of completed technical sections. The project site contains a medical office building, parking lot, and vacant land. Over four phases, the proposed project wo uld ultimately develop the vacant portions of the project site with two medical office buildings, an ambulance service center, a hospital, a central utilities plant, a possible hospital expansion, parking lot and improvements to driveways, utilities, and landscaping. (7214) Fontana Civic Center Renovation Project, Fontana, CA; August 2023 - January 2024 Mr. Reicher is providing Project Management oversight for the technical project managers and QA/QC of completed technical sections. The project proposes to demolish and replace the existing City Hall and Annex buildings, add/remove driveways, and add landscaping. The project will be implemented in two phases, with Phase I involving the Annex Building, and Phase II involving the City Hall component. (No. 7230) Calabash Warehouse, Fontana CA; January 2023 - June 2023 Mr. Reicher provided Project Management oversight for the technical project managers and QA/QC of completed technical sections. The warehouse facility is approximately 212,420 square feet (sq. ft.) with 25 dock doors. The Zoning Designation is Light Indus trial (M -1). Surrounding streets include Calabash Avenue, Santa Ana Avenue, Banana Avenue and Slover Avenue. There are 19 existing single -family homes in this area that have been demolished. UltraSystems prepared an IS/MND for this project. (No. 7207) CEQA Consulting Services for the District at Rubidoux Project, Jurupa Valley, CA; October 2021 - September 2023
Mr. Reicher provided Project Management oversight for the technical project managers, attended progress meetings, provided QA/QC of completed technical sections, and attended public hearings. The project site spans 254 acres abutting the east boundary of t he City of Jurupa Valley. The site is bounded by the State Route 60 (SR -60) freeway on the north; Jurupa Boulevard on the west; the Santa Ana River on the east; and residential uses and churches near 34th Street on the south. Specific Plan containing 167 a cres of nonresidential land use designations; 50 acres of residential designation; 27 acres of mixed-use (residential and commercial) designation; and 10 acres of open space. The Specific Plan would permit development of up to 1,196 residential units and up to 1.5 million square feet of industrial/logistics building area; land use intensities in the proposed commercial designations and commercial uses in the mixed-use designations are yet to be determined. (No. 7124) Midland Plaza IS/MND, Fontana, CA; May 2022 - August 2023 Mr. Reicher provided Project Management oversight for the technical project managers, client interface, drafting of public notices, QA/QC of completed technical sections, and attended public hearings. The project would be located at 16835 Baseline Avenue a nd Adjacent Parcels in the City. The project site is currently vacant with no structures.

The site encompasses 284,884 sq. ft. or 6.53 acres. The site is bounded by Baseline Avenue to the north, Sierra Avenue to the east, and Montgomery Avenue to the south. Surrounding uses include vacant land, residential, and retail uses. Prior uses on -site include orchards with an associated small, single -family residential dwelling, garage, and sheds. All site structures were demolished in 2014, according to a Phase I E SA report. (No. 7178)

Michael B. Rogozen, D.Env.

Senior Principal Engineer – Air Quality and Noise Manager

Corporate Office – Orange County Telephone: 949.788.4900 16431 Scientific Way Facsimile: 949.788.4901
Irvine, CA 92618-4355 Website: www.ultrasystems.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Dr. Rogozen, who heads UltraSystems’ air and noise practice, has over 49 years of experience in project management, health risk assessment, air and industrial wastewater permitting, carbon footprint studies, ambient monitoring, dispersion modeling, pollution control technology assessment, economic analysis of air pollution cont rol alternatives, air toxics emission inventory development, offsite consequence analysis, environmental database design, survey design and management, source test design and analysis, railroad noise investigations, regulatory analysis, water resources studies, and technical writing and editing.

Dr. Rogozen is responsible for consulting, technical project management, and business development. He has assisted industrial and governmental clients in complying with federal and local air quality regulations. His work has included managing air complia nce audits, preparing applications for permits to construct and operate (including Title V permits), annual emissions reports, and responses to notices to comply and notices of violation. He has also conducted many health risk assessments under AB2588, Pro position 65, and SCAQMD Rule 1401. Dr. Rogozen serves as lead quality assurance officer for UltraSystems’ submittals.

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M&J Pallet Recycling Inc, Chino, CA; June 2023
Dr. Rogozen managed technical studies of air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, and noise. UltraSystems prepared an IS/MND for this project. This project built a 26,000 SF tilt up to be split up into storage, manufacturing and office space. There were also site improvements, asphalt, parking, and landscaping. The goal of this project is to creat e a building for pallet manufacturing and storage space. (No. 7222)
194 East Harris Road, Imperial County, CA; July 2021 to February 2023 Dr. Rogozen managed technical studies of air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, and noise. True North Renewable Energy, LLC (TNRE) proposed to build a project that includes a 600,000- ton-per-year (tpy) anaerobic digester and enclosed, intensive compost facility that would be constructed in two phases. Phase I consisted of the first 300,000- tpy capacity and Phase II expanded the operations to the 600,000-tpy capacity. The project site is in the Mesquite Lake Specific Plan and is currently zoned ML-1-3-RE and ML-1-2-RE.

The project was on approximately 73 acres of vacant land in unincorporated Imperial County, northwest of the intersection of East Harris Road and Highway 111, at 194 East Harris Road, Imperial, CA.

High Solids Anaerobic Digestion (HSAD) Facility, Kern County, CA; October 2021 to July 2022
Dr. Rogozen is managing technical studies of air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, noise and a screening health risk assessment for this project. True North Renewable Energy, LLC (TNRE) proposes to construct and operate a high solids anaerobic digestion ("HSAD") facility with incidental advanced composting for the management and processing of residential, commercial and industrial organic food and green material. The proposed project would be located on approximately 117 acres at the southeast corner of Silver Queen Road and United Street and just east of State Route (SR) 14, in eastern Kern County. The project site is undisturbed Over

Years of Experience
49 Years with Firm
20 Education
• D.Env., Environmental
Science and Engineering,
University of California, Los
Angeles, CA, 1978
• M.S., Systems Engineering,
University of California, Los
Angeles, CA, 1968
• B.S., Engineering, University
of California, Los Angeles, CA,
1966
Areas of Expertise
• CEQA
• NEPA
• EIR/EIS
• IS/MND
• EA
• QA/QC
• Air
Permitting
• Dispersion
Modeling
• Cost-
Benefit
Analysis
• Transit
• SCAQMD
• Economic
Analysis
• Survey
Design
• HRA
• Noise
Analysis
• CAAP
• GHG
• Soundwalls
• Sensitive
Receptors
• Mitigation
• Compliance
• Toxic
Emissions
• Database
Design
• Health &
Safety Plan
• Technical
Editing
• Noise Control
Plan
• Air Quality
• Technical
Studies

Michael B. Rogozen, D.Env.

and undeveloped. Surrounding uses include a chemical manufacturing plant (PPG Aerospace) and metals refinery (Commodity Resource and Environmental) directly to the west, the Mojave Rosamond -Kern County Landfill to the east and undeveloped land to the north and south. The Union Pacific Railroad runs in a north- south direction just west of the project site. There are also a number of utility-scale solar facilities located near the project site.

Addendum to Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Study for Moiola Feedlot, Imperial County, CA; May 2021 to May 2022
Dr. Rogozen is managing technical studies of air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, and noise. The purpose of this project is to prepare an addendum to a 2018 air quality and greenhouse gas emissions report for expansion of a Moiola Brothers cattle feedlo t astride Gander Road in Imperial County, California. The reason for the addendum is that an onsite manure composting facility—which was not part of the project analyzed by the 2018 report—is being moved from one place to another on Moiola’s feedlot property, and will process an increased load of manure. A new conditional use permit will be required for the composter. This requires an initial study/mitigated negative declaration and the current addendum will be used to prepare that. In addition, the Imperi al County Air Pollution Control District recently approved the new Rule 430, which applies to composter operation; the addendum needs to explore the implications of the new rule on compliance with CEQA.

Air Quality Study and Greenhouse Gas Emission Study for the Expansion of an Existing Feedlot Operation – El Toro Land and Cattle, Heber, CA; April 2019 to August 2020 Dr. Rogozen managed and completed the air quality and greenhouse gas studies. Although a future location of the composting operation has not yet been identified, this proposal assumed that preparation of the new site and relocation of the facility as an integral part of "the project" for CEQA purposes. Upon receipt of a notice to proceed, UltraSystems conferred with the County, the applicant, and the Imperial County Air Pollution Control District (ICAPCD) to determine whether to go ahead with this assumptio n or to exclude the composting facility from the analysis. Where applicable, UltraSystems used the approach taken in another air quality and GHG emissions study of the addition of a comparable number of head of cattle to an existing feedlot in Imperial Cou nty. The study benefited from several consultations with ICAPCD staff, to ensure that it would meet the agency's approval.

Brandt Feedlot Expansion Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Report, Calipatria, CA; June 201 9 to August 2019
Dr. Rogozen managed and performed the air quality and greenhouse gas technical studies for Brandt Company, Inc. (Brandt). Brandt planned to increase cattle feeding operations immediately east of its existing facility on Brandt Road. Once developed for a feedlot, the project would consist of a 70.76-acre confinement area with a soil/manure surface; a 4.77-acre runoff storage pond; and 14.20 acres of roadways. The new feedlot would accommodate 30,000 cattle. To support the CEQA document for the project, Ultra Systems prepared a combined report on air quality and greenhouse gas emissions impacts. The analysis followed the published procedures of the Imperial County Air Pollution Control District.

Moiloa Brothers Cattle Yard – Air Quality and GHG, City of Brawley, CA; August 2018 to February 2019 Dr. Rogozen completed the air quality and greenhouse gas technical studies for the Moiola Brothers Cattle Feeders caddle yard. Moiola Brothers were planning to increase cattle feeding operations at their existing facility located on 1594 Gonder Road, within the City of Brawley. The project site was located east of SR -115 within Imperial County.

The cattle feed operations would increase by 18,000 cattle, and would have up to five additional trucks per day onsite as a result of this project.

Peer Review of Review of White Paper: Comparative Life Cycle Greenhouse Gas Emissions Analysis of Alternative Scenarios for Treatment and/or Disposal of 1,000 Tons per Day of Post -Recycled Residuals from a Mixed-Waste Materials Recovery Facility; 2018?
For the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works (through a subcontract with ARI), Dr. Rogozen peer - reviewed a draft analysis of the change in greenhouse gas emissions from using waste conversion technologies instead of landfilling. The peer review fo cused on the process description, the waste conversion technologies, and emission calculations. Dr. Rogozen identified discrepancies and data gaps that prevented the study from obtaining defensible conclusions about the relevant merits of waste conversion and landfilling. He recommended several ways to improve the analysis.

Megan Black Doukakis, M.A.

Assistant Project Archaeologist

Corporate Office – Orange County Telephone: 949.788.4900 16431 Scientific Way Facsimile: 949.788.4901
Irvine, CA 92618-4355 Website: www.ultrasystems.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Ms. Doukakis has 13 years of experience as an archaeologist in California.

She has conducted pedestrian archaeological survey, test and full -scale excavations, archaeological monitoring, laboratory curation of archaeological materials to comply with state and federal historic preservation laws in Southern California and abroad. Ms. Doukakis has authored a number of Phase I, II, and III, ISMND, ICRMP, FCC form, EIR documents and project proposals. She has extensive experience with the California Historical Resources Information System as well as conducting paleontology record searches and the Native American Heritage Commission in conducting record searches and consulting with Native American groups.

Ms. Doukakis is proficient at project management and project scheduling for large and small-scale projects.

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M&J Pallet Recycling Inc, Chino, CA; June 2023
Ms. Doukakis helped conduct the cultural resource records search, Native American contacts and report writing for this project. UltraSystems prepared an IS/MND for this project. This project built a 26,000 SF tilt up to be split up into storage, manufacturing and office space. There were also site improvements, asphalt, parking, and landscaping. The goal of this project is to create a building for pallet manufacturing and storage space. (No. 7222) Penske Sales, Leasing, and Maintenance Facility Project, Moreno Valley, CA; September 2021 to Ongoing
Ms. Doukakis is helping conduct the cultural resource records search, Native American contacts and report writing for this project. UltraSystems is managing preparation of the CEQA IS -MND for the project and working closely with technical teams for biological and cultural resources, and hazardous materials. Penske will conduct truck and trailer repairs consisting of general and preventive maintenance to its private and customer fleets, such as clutches, oil changes, belt/bulb replacements, tire changes, etc. and all work conducted within the facility is closed to the general public. (No. 7110)
10744 Almond Transit Security and Operations Center, Anaheim, CA; June 2023 – Ongoing
Ms. Doukakis is helping conduct the cultural resource records search, Native American contacts and report writing for this project. UltraSystems is preparing an Addendum to the Southwest Industrial Park Specific Plan (SWIP) Environmental Impact Report for the ABF Freight Projects. (No. 7225) Deluca Cold Storage, Wilmington, CA; November 2023 to Ongoing Ms. Doukakis is helping conduct the cultural resource records search, Native American contacts and report writing for this project. UltraSystems is preparing an IS/MND for this project. This project proposed to construct a new 98,280 sq. ft. industrial cold storage building for J DeLuca Fish Company.

The site consisted of six commercial buildings and asphalt -paved parking areas on approximately 5.6 acres of land. (No. 7247)
Temple City Self Storage Facility, El Monte, CA; May 2024 – Ongoing Ms. Doukakis is helping conduct the cultural resource records search, Native American contacts and report writing for this project. This project will

Years of Experience
14 Years with Firm
13 Education
• M.A. Public Archaeology,
California State University,
Northridge, 2018
• B.A., Anthropology, California
State University, Long Beach,
2011
• University of California, Los
Angeles - Pimu Catalina
Archaeological Field School,
2010
• DePaul University and NEAP
ACHP/ CEQ Guidance for
Integrating NEPA and Section
106
• NAEP webinar in Tribal
Consultation and Engagement in
the Era of Streamlining, 10/2018
• AB 52 Tribal Perspective Training
by the San Manuel Band of
Mission Indians
Professional Affiliations
• Society for California
Archaeology Membership 2012-
current

Areas of Expertise
• CEQA/NEPA
• CHRIS
Information
Center
• Prehistoric
and Historic
Archaeology
• Phase I/II
• Research
• NAHC
• Paleontology
• Survey
• Laboratory
Analysis

Megan Black Doukakis, M.A.

construct a self -storage unit at 4301 Temple City Boulevard in the City of El Monte. UltraSystems is conducting various technical studies and preparing an IS/MND for this project. (No. 7275) Mountain View Buildings, Temecula, CA; September 2024 – Ongoing Ms. Doukakis is helping conduct the cultural resource records search, Native American contacts and report writing for this project. This project constructs two industrial buildings as part of Phase 7 of the MS Mountain View series of buildings. Building 17 will have 69,095 square feet and building 21 will have 17,136 square feet. Both buildings are within a planned Industrial Park. UltraSystems will prepare an IS/MND and relevant technical studies. (No. 7291)
Envision West Covina Toyota, West Covina, CA; March 2023 - November 2024 Ms. Doukakis helped conduct the cultural resource records search, Native American contacts and report writing for this project. UltraSystems prepared an IS/MND for this project. Envision Toyota Dealership and Service Center would take over a vacant parcel formerly used by Nissan and remodel the existing building to add 13,130 sq. ft. for an existing show room and parts service center. (No. 7212) District at Rubidoux Project, Jurupa Valley, CA; October 2021 to September 2023 Ms. Doukakis helped conduct the cultural resource records search, Native American contacts and report writing for this project. The project site spans 254 acres abutting the east boundary of the City of Jurupa Valley. The site is bounded by the State Route 60 freeway on the north; Jurupa Boulevard on the west; the Santa Ana River on the east; and residential uses and churches near 34th Street on the south. The project consisted of 1,192 residential units; 2.93 million square feet of commercial and industrial uses; and 10 acres of parks and open space.

UltraSystems provided a Biological Resources Technical Report, a Cultural Resources Technical Report, a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment, a Noise and Vibration Assessment, an Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Assessment, and a Health Risk Assessment. (No. 7124)
Phase I Cultural Resources Inventory for the DCT Jurupa Logistic Center II Project, City of Fontana, San Bernardino County, California; October 2017 to February 2018 This Phase I Cultural Resource Inventory was prepared at the request of the City of Fontana’s Planning Department to conduct a cultural resources inventory as part of an Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration in support of the DCT Jurupa Logistics Center II Project. The proposed Project will consist of the construction of a distribution warehouse facility. UltraSystems conducted a cultural resources study to evaluate the potential presence of prehistoric and historic resources within the project boundary. Ms. Doukakis conducted report writing and review as well as consultation with the Native American Heritage Commission and Native American groups.

Pioneer Place Mixed Use Project, Artesia, CA; June 2024 – Ongoing Ms. Doukakis is helping conduct the cultural resource records search, Native American contacts and report writing for this project. This proposed mixed- use project is located at 17610- 17618 Pioneer Boulevard in Artesia, CA. The project will include 83 units with an outdoor courtyard and bar/dining area. The development will occur within the Artesia Specific Plan. UltraSystems is preparing an IS/MND for this project. (No. 7277) 1890 S. Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA; November 2023 - May 2024 Ms. Doukakis helped conduct the cultural resource records search, Native American contacts and report writing for this project. UltraSystems is preparing an IS/MND for a redevelopment project for the City of Laguna Beach. The project would demolish an existing car wash facility and construct a new mixed -use retail and residential building. (No. 7243)
Midland Plaza IS/MND, Fontana, CA; May 2022 to August 2023 Ms. Doukakis helped conduct the cultural resource records search, Native American contacts and report writing for this project. UltraSystems prepared an IS/MND for this development project. The project proposes the development of a commercial center consisting of a convenience store, fuel canopy with two underground storage tanks, retail lease space, quick service restaurant with drive -through, car wash, sit -down restaurant, pharmacy, and a two- story retail building on the 6.53 -acre site in the City of Fontana. Prior uses on -site included orchards with an associated small, single -family residential dwelling, garage, and sheds. All site structures were demolished in 2014, according to a Phase I ESA report. (No. 7178)

Michael Milroy, MS
Project Manager, Senior Planner

Corporate Office – Orange County Telephone: 949.788.4900 16431 Scientific Way Facsimile: 949.788.4901
Irvine, CA 92618-4355 Website: www.ultrasystems.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Mr. Milroy is a planner with over 18 years of experience in community and environmental planning. Mr. Milroy is trained in a variety of project types including residential, commercial, industrial, mixed -use, and specific plan projects. Mr. Milroy’s expertise includes California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) document preparation, project management, and review of supporting technical studies; including, but not limited to, Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs), Initial Studies, Mitigated Negative Declarations, and federally funded National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Keller Canyon Landfill; Contra Costa County, CA; October 2024 - Ongoing
Mr. Milroy is part of the project team providing services. Contra Costa County proposes to adjust the boundary for Keller Canyon Landfill. UltraSystems will prepare an environmental review and final technical memorandum for this project. UltraSystems will ultimately be responsible for recommendations, outreach and technical oversight. (No. 7274)
M&J Pallet Recycling Inc, Chino, CA; June 2023
UltraSystems prepared an IS/MND for this project. This project built a 26,000 SF tilt up to be split up into storage, manufacturing and office space. There were also site improvements, asphalt, parking, and landscaping. The goal of this project is to create a building for pallet manufacturing and storage space. (No. 7222)
DeLuca Cold Storage – Wilmington, CA – IS/MND; November 2023 to Ongoing
Mr. Milroy is serving as Project Manager for this project. UltraSystems is preparing an IS/MND for this project. This project proposes to construct a new 98,280 sq. ft. industrial cold storage building for J DeLuca Fish Company. The site consisted of six commercial buildings and asphalt-paved parking areas on approximately 5.6 acres of land. The cold storage warehouse facility would be approximately 98,260 square feet and will be built in two phases to allow for continuation of operations of an existing f acility, while the new facility is being built. (No. 7247)
Mountain View Buildings, Temecula, CA; September 2024 - Ongoing Mr. Milroy is serving as Deputy Project Manager for this project. This project constructs two industrial buildings as part of Phase 7 of the MS Mountain View series of buildings. Building 17 will have 69,095 square feet and building 21 will have 17,136 squ are feet. Both buildings are within a planned Industrial Park. UltraSystems will prepare an IS/MND and relevant technical studies. (No. 7291)
Kaiser Permanente Medical Center – EIR, Redlands, CA; August 2023 to Ongoing
Mr. Milroy is part of the project team providing services. UltraSystems is preparing an EIR for this project. The project site contains a medical office building, parking lot, and vacant land. Over four phases, the proposed project would ultimately develop the vacant portions of the project site with two medical office buildings, an ambulance service center, a hospital, a central

Mr
Years of Experience
19 Years with Firm
5 Education
• Certificate, Environmental
Management, University of
California Irvine, 2013
• Master of Science,
Interdisciplinary Studies /
Neuroscience, California State
University Long Beach, 2004
• Bachelor of Science, Biological
Sciences, California State
University Long Beach, 1999
• Project Management
coursework, University of
California Irvine, 2009-2014
Professional
Affiliations
• Association of Environmental
Professionals
Areas of Expertise
• CEQA
• GIS
• Vistro
• Traffic
Analysis
• EIR
• MND
• NOE
• NEPA
• MS Office
• Mixed-use
• Project
Management
• Residential
Noise
Monitoring
and Analysis
• Expository
Writing
• Impact
Analysis
• K-12/College
Universities

Michael Milroy

utilities plant, a possible hospital expansion, parking lot and improvements to driveways, utilities, and landscaping. (No. 7214)
Temple City Self Storage Facility, El Monte, CA; May 2024 - Ongoing Mr. Milroy is part of the project team providing services. This project will construct a self-storage unit at 4301 Temple City Boulevard in the City of El Monte. UltraSystems is conducting various technical studies and preparing an IS/MND for this project. (No. 7275)
Boyle Truck Repair, Laguna Beach, CA Peer Review
Mr. Milroy served as Project Manager for this project. The project proposed building a structure for minor repair of fleet vehicles and office use for a freight company. UltraSystems prepared a peer review of CEQA categorical exemption document and four technical studies. (No. 7253) Penske Sales, Leasing, and Maintenance Facility Project; Moreno Valley, CA; September 2021 to Ongoing Mr. Milroy, as Assistant Project Manager on this project, wrote several IS -MND sections and conducted QA review on several others. The project proposes development of a truck sales, leasing, and maintenance facility in the city of Moreno Valley. UltraSyste ms is preparing an IS -MND and several technical studies for the project. UltraSystems is managing preparation of the CEQA IS -MND for the project and working closely with technical teams for biological and cultural resources, and hazardous materials. Penske will conduct truck and trailer repairs consisting of general and preventive maintenance to its private and customer fleets, such as clutches, oil changes, belt/bulb replacements, tire changes, etc. and all work conducted within the facility is closed to t he general public.

Envision West Covina Toyota, West Covina, CA; March 2023 – November 2024 Mr. Milroy was part of the project team providing services. UltraSystems prepared an IS/MND for this project.

Envision Toyota Dealership and Service Center would take over a vacant parcel formerly used by Nissan and remodel the existing building to add 13,130 sq. ft. for an existing show room and parts service center. (No. 7212) Fontana Civic Center Expansion, Fontana, CA; September 2023 - January 2024 Mr. Milroy was part of the project team providing services. UltraSystems Environmental Inc. (UltraSystems) was selected to prepare an Initial study at the request of the City of Fontana to identify permits and other documents that would likely be needed to satisfy the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The project proposed to demolish and replace the existing City Hall and Annex buildings, add/remove driveways, and add landscaping. The project would be implemented in two phases, with Phase I invol ving the Annex Building, and Phase II involving the City Hall component. (No. 7230)
Allen/Cataract Warehouse Project, San Dimas, CA; May 2021 to May 2022 Mr. Milroy served as Assistant Project Manager for this project, wrote several IS -MND sections and performed QA review on several other sections. The City of San Dimas processed several land use entitlement applications for the development of two -unit ware house building totaling 64,422 square feet. The project site is at 309 West Allen Avenue and 917 and 929 North Cataract Avenue. The project site is 2.58 acres and is developed with eight single - family residences.

Outdoor Soil Storage, 1399 Las Lomas Road - CE, Irwindale, CA; May 2021 to May 2022 Mr. Milroy served as Project Manager for this project. The project consisted of a categorical exemption document (Class I, Existing Facilities) for a conditional use permit for storage and sales of soil on an existing landscaping supply business property. (No. 7089)
Robertson’s Quarry Project, EIR, Kern County, CA; June 2020 to January 2022 Mr. Milroy is Environmental Planner for this project, which proposes a Conditional Use Permit 13, Map 22 for a new Surface Mining and Reclamation Plan that would allow mining for aggregate. Operation of the proposed project would start May 1, 2021 with a 50 -year operational life span that would end on May 1, 2071. At the end of the project’s operational lifespan, a reclamation plan would be implemented to fill the mines and plant native vegetation on the project site. Estimated aggregate yield is 500,000 tons per year.

Justin Tucker, P.E. Principal Engineer

Areas of Expertise
Traffic Engineering

Transportation Planning

Transportation Solutions

Traffic Impact Analysis

Circulation Systems for Planned Communities

Traffic Control Device Warrants

Traffic Calming

Traffic Safety Studies

Parking Demand Studies

Transportation Demand Management

Traffic Control Plans

Parking Lot Design

Education and Registrations
University of California, Irvine
B.S. in Civil Engineering (Transportation Specialization) California Registered Civil Engineer
No. 92866 – July 2021

Professional History
RK Engineering Group, Inc.

Principal Engineer (2022 – Present)
Linscott, Law & Greenspan Engineers
Transportation Engineer (2013 – 2022)

Certificates and Affiliations
Institute of transportation Engineers (ITE)
Orange County Traffic Engineers Council (OCTEC)
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
Representative Experience

Mr. Justin Tucker was born and raised in Southern California where he graduated from El Toro High School before attending The Henry Samueli School of Engineering at the University of California, Irvine, where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in
Transportation.

Mr. Tucker began h is career as a project engineer for a large residential developer in Southern California. He gained valuable knowledge and experience across all phases of the land
development process, from planning to construction. He used this experience to catapult into the transportation planning world where he has worked as a traffic engineer since 2013.

Mr. Tucker entered the world of transportation engineering where he spent 9 years at Linscott, Law & Greenspan Engineers learning all facets of the industry. During these years, he developed a specialty for Traffic Impact Analyses utilizing the HCM and/or ICU methodologies using Synchro/Traffix/Vistro software, Traffic Signal Warrant Analyses, Trip Generation Analyses, Drive-Thru Queueing and On-Site Circulation Studies, Freeway Mainline and Merge/Diverge/Weaving Analyses using the Highway Capacity Software , Progression Analyses with Simulations using Synchro, and Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) Analyses consistent with the newest CEQA requirements.

Mr. Tucker is now a principal engineer at RK Engineering Group, Inc. where he manages the planning and traffic projects.

Mr. Tucker has provided traffic and transportation services to projects of all sizes, from small single -tenant sites to major planned communities. He has performed studies across the entirety of California, but most notably within Orange County, Riverside County, San Bernardino County , and Los Angeles County.

Mr. Tucker has obtained his licensure as a Professional Engineer in Civil Engineering in the state of California.

Citadel EHS.

Assess · Resolve · Strengthen

www.citadelehs.com

CITADEL EMPLOYEE SINCE
2011

ENTERED THE INDUSTRY
1985

EDUCATION
MS, Advanced Safety Engineering
and Management University of
Alabama, Birmingham, Alabama
BS, Applied and Natural Sciences,
University of Alabama,
Tuscaloosa, Alabama

CERTIFICATIONS/

REGISTRATIONS
Certified Asbestos Consultant
(CAC) No. 08-4459
Certified Environmental Manager,
Nevada EM-1573
Certified Hazardous Material
Manager, No. 14793
Certified Microbial Consultant,
No. 0612024
Certified Professional in Erosion
and Sediment Control No. 6349
Certified Safety Professional No.
21635
California Department of Public
Health (CDPH), Lead Related
Construction No. 19805
Engineer-In-Training, No.

XEO93314
OSHA 8-Hour Supervisor
Hazardous Waste Operations
(HAZWOPER)
OSHA 30-Hour Safety for
Construction
OSHA 40-Hour Hazardous Waste
Operations (HAZWOPER)
Mark Drollinger, MENG, CSP, CHMM, CAC,CMC
Principal, Engineering and Environmental Sciences
With over 35 years of experience in environmental engineering, compliance, permitting and management projects, Mr. Drollinger has a strong knowledge of EPA, DTSC, AQMD/APCD, OSHA and DOT regulations; and with local CUPAs, fire departments, and public works. Mr. Drollinger has provided environmental engineering, assessment and compliance, safety management, and engineering construction management services on numerous projects for the US Navy, Veterans Administration, US Department of Agriculture, Cal Trans, EPA and numerous private projects throughout the western United States. Mr. Drollinger has completed and managed thousands of projects over his career including storm water and NPDES compliance, Phase I’s including Caltrans Initial Study Assessments for CEQA/NEPA projects, Phase II including Preliminary Endangerment Assessments, and remediation projects including sites contaminated with TPH, VOCs, metals, PCBs and a wide variety of contaminants.

Mr. Drollinger has extensive experience with permitting and design of remediation systems for commercial/industrial, military, hospitals, schools and multifamily settings.

As Principal of Engineering and Environmental Sciences, Mr. Drollinger’s primary responsibility includes developing and implementing health and safety protocols; safety training of management, staff and subcontractor personnel; establishing and managing budgets and personnel; negotiating with local, regional, state, and federal agencies; litigation support; and coordinating tasks with multi- discipline project teams. Mr. Drollinger works closely with, and often develops protocols for conducting assessments and work scopes for remediation of regulated work sites.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
 Supervisor-QA/QC, Port of Long Beach- Soil Waste Characterization-Pier E, Soil and Groundwater Remediation, Long Beach, CA (2018)  Supervisor-QA/QC, Port of Long Beach- Water Disposal Pier F Avenue, Soil and Groundwater Remediation, Long Beach, CA (2018)
 Supervisor-QA/QC, Mason Construction Company - Port of Los Angeles B226- 236 Terminal Improvement SMP, Los Angeles, CA (2020)
 Supervisor-QA/QC, Mason Construction Company - Port of Los Angeles B226- 236 Terminal Improvement HASP, Los Angeles, CA (2020)
 Supervisor-QA/QC, Port of Long Beach- Soil Waste Characterization-Pier E, Soil and Groundwater Remediation, Long Beach, CA (2018)  Supervisor-QA/QC, Port of Long Beach- Water Disposal Pier F Avenue, Soil and Groundwater Remediation, Long Beach, CA (2018)

Cost Proposal For:

Environmental Consulting
Services | Ponce Recycling
Kevin LA, Planning Assistant
City of Gardena
1700 West 162nd Street
Gardena, CA 90247
E: [email protected]

October 2025
UltraSystems Environmental, Inc.

HQ: 16431 Scienti�ic Way
Irvine, CA 92618
Proposal No. 250926

 CITY OF GARDENA - ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING SERVICES