Laguna Hills City Council
January 27, 2026

City of Laguna Hills
City Council / Planning Agency
Regular Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 - 6:00 PM
(Closed Session at 5:00 p.m. when scheduled)
City Council Chamber
24035 El Toro Road
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Don Caskey
Mayor
Jared Mathis
Mayor Pro Tempore
Erica Pezold
Council Member
Joshua Sweeney
Council Member
Dave Wheeler
Council Member
In Person Public Comments: Any person wishing to address the City Council/Planning Agency on any matter, whether or not it appears on this Agenda, is asked to complete a pink “Request to Speak” form available on the table at the back of the Chamber and submit the form to the City Clerk. The Request to Speak form assists the Mayor in ensuring that all persons wishing to address the City Council are recognized and ensures accurate identification of meeting participants in the City Council/Planning Agency Minutes. Completion of the form is voluntary. It is City policy to limit public testimony to up to three minutes per person, as determined by the Mayor, for Public Comments. If you are commenting on an Agenda item, your comments will be heard at the time that item is scheduled on the Agenda. If you are addressing the City Council on an item not listed on the Agenda, the City Council is prohibited by law from discussing or taking any action on that item.

Submission of Electronic Public Comments: Those wishing to make electronic public comments may submit their comments by email to the City Clerk no later than 2 hours prior to the meeting on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. In the subject line of the email, please state your name and the item number you are commenting on. Any public comment received that does not specify a particular agenda item number will be announced during the general public comment portion of the agenda.

All comments received by the deadline on the date of the meeting will be provided to the City Council and will be provided for public inspection at the meeting. During the applicable agenda item, the City Clerk will announce the name of the sender and subject matter of all electronic comments received by the deadline on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Email comments will NOT be read by the City Clerk during the meeting. Electronic public comments may only be submitted via email and comments via text and social media (Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), etc.) will not be accepted.

For questions or assistance, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (949) 707-2635 or via email.

City Council/Planning Agency Regular Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
2 General Business Convening at 6:00 PM
Call to Order
Resolution No. 96-04-09-1 established rules of decorum for public meetings held by the City of Laguna Hills. Resolution No. 96-04-09-1 is available on the table at the back of the City Council Chamber.

Invocation: Mayor Pro Tempore Mathis
Pledge of Allegiance: Mayor Pro Tempore Mathis
Roll Call of City Council Members

1. Presentations and Proclamations

1.1 Appointment of Laguna Hills High School Student Liaison Katherine Armstrong
Recommendation: That Mayor Caskey present a Certificate of Appointment to Laguna Hills High School Student Liaison, Katherine Armstrong.

1.2 Laguna Hills High School Student Liaison Report
Recommendation: That the City Council receive a report from Laguna Hills High School Student Liaison Katherine Armstrong.

2. Schedule of Future Events

2.1 Schedule of Future Events
Recommendation: That the Community Services Director announce the upcoming meetings and events.

3. Public Comments
This is the time to address the City Council on any matter not listed on this Agenda that is within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. Public Comments are limited to three minutes per person, as determined by the Mayor.

4. Consent Calendar
All matters listed under “CONSENT CALENDAR” are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion approving the recommendation listed on the Agenda. There will be no separate discussion unless Members of the City Council or City staff request specific items be removed from the Consent Calendar.

City Council/Planning Agency Regular Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
3 4.1 Waive Reading in Full of all Ordinances and Resolutions on the Agenda Recommendation: That the City Council waive reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions on the agenda and declare that said titles which appear on the public agenda shall be determined to have been read by title and further reading waived.

4.2 Approval of Minutes for January 13, 2026, Regular Meeting Recommendation: That the City Council approve the City Council Minutes for the January 13, 2026, Regular Meeting.

4.3 Ratification of January 27, 2026 Warrant Register
Recommendation: That the City Council ratify the accompanying Warrant Register for the period from January 2, 2026, to January 15, 2026, in the amount of $1,989,367.79.

4.4 Treasurer's Investment Report for December 2025
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the Treasurer's Investment Report for the month of December 2025.

4.5 2025 Holiday Event Series Post Event Report
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the 2025 Holiday Event Series Post-Event Report.

4.6 2026 4th of July Fireworks Agreement
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Fireworks Display Agreement between Garden State Fireworks ("GSF") and the City of Laguna Hills for 2026 and authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement.

4.7 Award of Professional Services Agreement to Advantec Consulting Engineers, Inc. for Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program for Avenida de la Carlota Corridor Project, CIP 168-N
Recommendation: That the City Council: 1. Award a Professional Services Agreement to Advantec Consulting Engineers, Inc. for Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program for Avenida de la Carlota Corridor Project in the amount of $146,500.00, and

2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement.

4.8 Informal Bidding Ordinance Use Quarterly Report for Public Works Projects Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the report.

City Council/Planning Agency Regular Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
4 4.9 Development Application Status Report
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the report.

Items Removed from the Consent Calendar

5. Planning Agency

5.1 Roll Call of Planning Agency Members

5.2 Public Comments

5.3 Approval of Minutes

5.4 Administrative Reports

5.5 Planning Agency Public Hearings

5.5.1 Vesting Tentative Parcel Map/ Site Development Permit/ Precise Plan/ Parking Use Permit No. 0166-2023 (Oakbrook Plaza Senior Housing Project)
Recommendation: That the Planning Agency:

1. Conduct a public hearing;

2. Find and determine that the proposed project is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21080.66; and

3. Adopt a Resolution entitled: A Resolution of the Planning Agency of the City of Laguna Hills, California, conditionally approving Vesting Tentative parcel Map / Site Development Permit / Precise Plan / Parking Use Permit No. 0166-2023, a request by Matthew Haugen, on behalf of BSP Oakbrook, LLC, to permit a project that consists of: the subdivision of an existing 8.42-acre parcel located at 24422 Avenida de la Carlota into one

4.18-acre parcel (Lot 1) and one 4.24-acre parcel (Lot 2); construction of a new 250-unit senior living development with a 752-stall parking structure on Lot 1; a reduction in the amount of parking spaces required for the existing office building on Lot 2 to facilitate its conversion to medical office uses; and the joint use of the parking facilities between the residential uses on Lot 1 and the medical office uses on Lot 2, and finding the Project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Public Resources Code section 21080.66.

5.6 Planning Agency Adjournment

City Council/Planning Agency Regular Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
5 6. City Council Public Hearings

7. Administrative Reports

7.1 City Manager

7.2 Chief of Police Services

7.2.1 Public Safety Update
Recommendation: That the City Council receive an update on public safety activities.

8. Matters Agendized and Presented by City Council Members

8.1 Recycle From Home Program
Recommendation: Council Member Pezold and Mayor Caskey recommend that the City Council receive a presentation from Recycle From Home and discuss a potential implementation of a residential recycling program in Laguna Hills.

9. City Council Member Committee Reports

9.1 Committee Assignment Report
Recommendation: That the City Council receive reports from the City Council Members on the City Council Committee Assignments listed on the staff report.

10. City Council Member Comments
Adjournment
The next Regular Meeting of the City Council/Planning Agency will be February 10, 2026, at 6:00p.m., in the City Council Chamber, located at 24035 El Toro Road, Laguna Hills, California.

CERTIFICATION
I, JENNIFER LEE, City Clerk of the City of Laguna Hills, do hereby certify that a copy of the foregoing Agenda was posted at Laguna Hills City Hall, Laguna Hills Community Center, and Knotty Pine Park by January 23, 2026, at 5:00p.m.

City Council/Planning Agency Regular Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
6 It is the intention of the City of Laguna Hills to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act in all respects. If as an attendee or a participant at this meeting you will need special assistance beyond what is normally provided, the City of Laguna Hills will attempt to accommodate you in every reasonable manner. Please contact the office of the City Clerk at (949) 707-2635. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting.

Materials related to an item on this Agenda submitted to the City Council after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection in the City Clerk’s Office at 24035 El Toro Road, Laguna Hills, California, during normal business hours. In addition, such writings or documents will be made available for public review on the Agenda and Minutes public portal website and at the respective public meeting.

City Council Members receive no additional compensation or stipend as a result of simultaneously convening meetings of the Laguna Hills Planning Agency.

Item No. 1.1
City of Laguna Hills
City Council / Planning Agency
Staff Report
Date: January 27, 2026
To: Mayor and Council Members
From: Kayle McDonald, Deputy City Clerk
Issue: Appointment of Laguna Hills High School Student Liaison Katherine Armstrong
Recommendation: That Mayor Caskey present a Certificate of Appointment to Laguna Hills High School Student Liaison, Katherine Armstrong.

Background:

By action of the City Council on July 27, 2023, the City Council of the City of Laguna Hills and Laguna Hills High School established a Student Liaison Program to create a direct link between Laguna Hills High School and the Council. Katheine Armstrong was selected to serve as the 2026 Spring Student Liaison. Katherine Armstrong met with the Deputy City Clerk prior to this meeting to administer the Oath of Office.

Attachments:

1. Certificate of Appointment-LHHS Student Liaision-Spring 2026- Katherine Armstrong

CITY OF LAGUNA HILLS

CERTIFICATE OF APPOINTMENT
be it known that

KATHERINE ARMSTRONG
on January 27, 2026, took the
Oath of Office
and on this date began serving as the
for the City of Laguna Hills
Dated this 27
th day of January 2026.

S~UDENT LIAISON

Item No. 2.1
City of Laguna Hills
City Council / Planning Agency
Staff Report
Date: January 27, 2026
To: Mayor and Council Members
From: Holland Gannon, Community Services Director
Issue: Schedule of Future Events
Recommendation: That the Community Services Director announce the upcoming meetings and events.

Meetings:

City Council/Planning Agency Regular Meetings
Tuesday, February 10th, 6:00 p.m., Laguna Hills Civic Center Council Chamber Tuesday, February 24th, 6:00 p.m., Laguna Hills Civic Center Council Chamber Parks & Recreation Commission Regular Meeting
Wednesday, February 4th, 6:00 p.m., Laguna Hills Civic Center Council Chamber Events, Communication, & Beautification Committee Regular Meeting Monday, February 9th, 10:00 a.m., Laguna Hills Civic Center Admin Conference Room City Facility Closures:

Holiday Closure
Monday, February 16th, Laguna Hills Civic Center and Laguna Hills Community Center Events:

Book to Movie Club
Wednesday, February 4th, 5:30 p.m., Laguna Hills Community Center Heritage Room C Storytime Adventures
Thursday, February 5th, 10:30 a.m., Laguna Hills Community Center Heritage Room A Excursion to Snow Summit
Saturday, January 31st, 6:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., meet at the Laguna Hills Community Center

Item No. 2.1
Excursion to Oceanside Museum of Art
Friday, February 6th, 2:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m., meet at the Laguna Hills Community Center Excursion to San Diego Air & Space Museum
Saturday, February 7th, 8:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., meet at the Laguna Hills Community Center Excursion to San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Monday, February 9th, 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., meet at the Laguna Hills Community Center Daddy Daughter Dinner Dance
Friday, February 20th, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., Laguna Hills Community Center Heritage Room Attachments:

1. Event and Activities Flyer(s)

For all winter sports enthusiasts, enjoy skiing and snowboarding while we handle the driving to and from the location. This is an inclusive environment for everyone of all experience levels, from beginners to experts. Please Note: Lift tickets or lessons are not included and additional costs will be incurred. Bring plenty of water, snacks, and a sack lunch or purchase at food concessions on site. Participants meet at the Laguna Hills Community Center where City staff will provide transportation. Call (949) 707-2680 for more information. No refunds or transfers for this event.

Class# 1964
1/31 6:30AM-6:00PM Saturday
Fee: Resident $20, Non-Resident $25
Like us on at www.facebook.com/lagunahillscc
To register or for more information, please call (949) 707-2680 or visit www.lagunahillsca.gov

Let us provide the transportation for you as we head south to Oceanside, Ca.

Oceanside Museum of Art (OMA) brings people together to explore the art and stories of Southern California artists through new, relevant, and historical art of Southern California. The OMA experience stimulates imagination, presents new ideas, and challenges the familiar in a welcoming environment. Bring a sack lunch or purchase at nearby eateries. Participants meet at the Laguna Hills Community Center where City staff will provide transportation. Call (949) 707-2680 for more information. No refunds or transfers for this event.
*Registration begins November 10, 2025 Class# 1937
2/6 2:30PM-10:00PM Friday
Fee: Resident $20, Non-Resident $25
Like us on at www.facebook.com/lagunahillscc
To register or for more information, please call (949) 707-2680 or visit www.lagunahillsca.gov

Calling seniors 65 years of age or older, come venture in the van to visit the San Diego Zoo Safari Park in Escondido. The wildlife park spans 1,800-acre and is home to more than 3,000 animals representing over 300 species. The Safari Park welcomes guests to see animals in herds of mixed species in expansive savanna habitats. *Seniors 65+ must present valid photo ID for entry. Bring plenty of water, snacks and a sack lunch or purchase at food vendor on site.

Participants meet at the Laguna Hills Community Center where City staff will provide transportation. Call (949) 707-2680 for more information. No refunds or transfers for this event.
*Registration begins November 10, 2025 Class# 1939
2/9 8:00AM-7:00PM Monday
Fee: Resident $20, Non-Resident $25
Like us on at www.facebook.com/lagunahillscc
To register or for more information, please call (949) 707-2680 or visit www.lagunahillsca.gov

City of Laguna Hills
City Council / Planning Agency
Regular Meeting
Minutes
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Closed Session - Convening at 5:00 PM
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by Mayor Caskey.

Roll Call of City Council Members (Mayor Pro Tempore Mathis appearance via teleconference)

Present:

Mayor Don Caskey
Mayor Pro Tempore Jared Mathis, via teleconference
Council Member Joshua Sweeney
Council Member Dave Wheeler

Absent:

Council Member Erica Pezold
Announcement of Closed Session Item(s)
A. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) and paragraph (2) of subdivision (e) of Government Code Section 54956.9: (1 potential case: receipt of written notices threatening litigation from the Law Offices of Michelle R. Jackson alleging violation of the California Voting Rights Act.)
Threat of Litigation received June 20, 2023 Attached
Threat of Litigation received August 28, 2025 Attached
Public Comments on Closed Session Item(s)
There were no public comments on the closed session item.

Convene into Closed Session
Reconvene
Recess

City Council/Planning Agency Regular Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
2 General Business Convening at 6:00 PM
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor Caskey.

Invocation: Council Member Wheeler
Pledge of Allegiance: Council Member Wheeler
Roll Call of City Council Members (Mayor Pro Tempore Mathis appearance via teleconference)

Present:

Mayor Don Caskey
Mayor Pro Tempore Jared Mathis, via teleconference
Council Member Erica Pezold
Council Member Joshua Sweeney
Council Member Dave Wheeler

Absent:

Closed Session Report
A. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) and paragraph (2) of subdivision (e) of Government Code Section 54956.9: (1 potential case: receipt of written notices threatening litigation from the Law Offices of Michelle R. Jackson alleging violation of the California Voting Rights Act.)
Threat of Litigation received June 20, 2023 Attached
Threat of Litigation received August 28, 2025 Attached
Assistant City Attorney Eggart stated that the City Council convened into Closed Session pursuant to the authorities listed on the Agenda and reported that the City Council by a vote of 3-1-1 (Council Member Wheeler voted No and Council Member Pezold was absent) authorized the City Manager to reimburse perspective plaintiff Art Sanchez and his attorney, the Law Office of Michelle R. Jackson, in the statutory amount of $41,125.35 pursuant to Elections Code section 10010(f) pursuant to the reimbursement request submitted to the City dated December 17, 2025.

1. Presentations and Proclamations

1.1 Laguna Hills High School Student Liaison Report
The City Council received a report from Laguna Hills High School Student Liaison Sophia Kim.

City Council/Planning Agency Regular Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
3 1.2 Certificate of Recognition for Laguna Hills High School Student Liaison Sophia Kim
Mayor Caskey presented a Certificate of Recognition to Sophia Kim recognizing her service as a Laguna Hills Student Liaison.

2. Schedule of Future Events

2.1 Schedule of Future Events
Community Services Director Gannon announced the upcoming meetings and events.

3. Public Comments
The following individuals submitted an electronic public comment on nonagendized items that were received, forwarded to the City Council prior to the meeting, posted on the City's website, and announced into the record by Deputy City Clerk McDonald:

Rona Henry on behalf of Welcoming Neighbors Home, the Kennedy Commission, and the Homes for All South OC Coalition
Alejandra Perez Matus on behalf of the Kennedy Commission The following individual(s) provided public comments on non-agendized items:

Damion & Ryan Hickman
Cathy Udovch

4. Consent Calendar
A motion to approve the Consent Calendar was moved by Council Member Sweeney, seconded by Council Member Wheeler.

Roll Call Vote Result: Passed
Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 0
Ayes: Mayor Caskey, Mayor Pro Tempore Mathis, Council Member Pezold, Council Member Sweeney, Council Member Wheeler
Nays: None
Abstain: None

4.1 Waive Reading in Full of all Ordinances and Resolutions on the Agenda Recommendation: That the City Council waive reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions on the agenda and declare that said titles which appear on the public agenda shall be determined to have been read by title and further reading waived.

City Council/Planning Agency Regular Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
4 4.2 Approval of Minutes for December 9, 2025, Regular Meeting Recommendation: That the City Council approve the City Council/Planning Agency Minutes for the December 9, 2025, Regular Meeting.

4.3 Ratification of January 13, 2026 Warrant Register
Recommendation: That the City Council ratify the accompanying Warrant Register for the period from November 28, 2025, to January 1, 2026, in the amount of $1,809,287.64.

4.4 Treasurer's Investment Report for November 2025
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the Treasurer's Investment Report for the month of November 2025.

4.5 Community Development Block Grant Application for the City of Laguna Hills Public Facilities & Improvements for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2026-01-13-1: “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laguna Hills, California, authorizing the submittal of the City of Laguna Hills Public Facilities and Improvements Application for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 and accepting the award of Community Development Block Grant Funds, if awarded funding.”

4.6 Cooperative Agreement with the City of Laguna Woods for the Pavement Management Plan Project (Eastbound Santa Maria Avenue between Santa Vittoria Drive and Moulton Parkway)
Recommendation: That the City Council: 1. Approve the Cooperative Agreement for the Pavement Management Plan Project (Eastbound Santa Maria Avenue between Santa Vittoria Drive and Moulton Parkway); and 2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Cooperative Agreement for the Pavement Management Plan Project (Eastbound Santa Maria Avenue between Santa Vittoria Drive and Moulton Parkway).

Items Removed from the Consent Calendar
There were no items removed from the Consent Calendar.

5. Planning Agency
There were no separate Planning Agency business items for this meeting.

6. City Council Public Hearings
There were no City Council public hearings.

City Council/Planning Agency Regular Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
5 7. Administrative Reports

7.1 City Manager
City Manager Bob Wingenroth provided an oral report recognizing the Public Works Department for their efforts and preparation for the recent rainstorms and the Police Services Department for their handling of a protest at Paseo de Valencia and El Toro Road.

7.2 Community Services Director

7.2.1 Community Outreach and Engagement Services Agreement with the City of Mission Viejo
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the proposed Community Outreach and Engagement Services Agreement with the City of Mission Viejo for homelessness outreach services and authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement.

Community Services Director Gannon introduced Mission Viejo Community Services Manager Andrew Fine.

Mission Viejo Community Services Manager Andrew Fine provided an update on the community outreach and engagement services provided over the past year and responded to Council Member requests for additional information.

Community Outreach Supervisor Carol Sullivan and Community Outreach Specialist Cassandra Heaslet responded to Council Member requests for additional information.

Finance Director Hendrickson responded to Council Member requests for additional information.

A motion to approve staff's recommendation was moved by Council Member Wheeler, seconded by Council Member Pezold.

Roll Call Vote Result: Passed
Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 0
Ayes: Mayor Caskey, Mayor Pro Tempore Mathis, Council
Member Pezold, Council Member Sweeney, Council
Member Wheeler
Nays: None
Abstain: None

8. Matters Agendized and Presented by City Council Members There were no matters agendized by City Council Members.

City Council/Planning Agency Regular Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
6 9. City Council Member Committee Reports

9.1 Committee Assignment Report
The City Council received reports from City Council Members on City Council Committee Assignments.

10. City Council Member Comments
Council Member Pezold
Council Member Pezold requested a discussion on the Recycle From Home program introduced during public comments be agendized for a future meeting and received a second from Mayor Caskey.

Council Member Sweeney
Council Member Sweeney congratulated Mayor Caskey on his first full meeting and commended City Manager Wingenroth on an exceptional job as City Manager.

Mayor Caskey
Mayor Caskey provided comments on decorum and his vision for meetings this year.

Mayor Caskey provided an update on the MGP DA Ad Hoc Committee regarding The Village at Laguna Hills project.

Mayor Pro Tempore Mathis
Mayor Pro Tempore Mathis continued the update on the MGP DA Ad Hoc Committee regarding The Village at Laguna Hills project.

Adjournment
There being no further business before the City Council at this session, Mayor Caskey declared the meeting adjourned at 7:25 p.m.
____________________________________
Jennifer Lee, City Clerk
ATTEST:
____________________________________
Don Caskey, Mayor
Approved at meeting of January 27, 2026.

Item No. 4.3
City of Laguna Hills
City Council / Planning Agency
Staff Report
Date: January 27, 2026
To: Mayor and Council Members
From: Eric Hendrickson, Finance Director
Issue: Ratification of January 27, 2026 Warrant Register Recommendation: That the City Council ratify the accompanying Warrant Register for the period from January 2, 2026, to January 15, 2026, in the amount of $1,989,367.79.

Background:

The City issues accounts payable disbursements on a regular basis and presents it to the City Council for ratification at its next regularly scheduled City Council Meeting. The attached Warrant Register containing checks and electronic funds transfers for the period from January 2, 2026, to January 15, 2026, is being presented for ratification by the City Council. Payments have been reviewed and approved by the appropriate departmental staff. The Finance Director certifies to the accuracy of the attached register and to the availability of monies for payment thereof.

Fiscal Impact:

Ratification of the accompanying Warrant Register includes disbursements totaling $1,989,367.79.

Attachments:

1. Warrant Register - January 27, 2026

2. Payables Detail Report - January 27, 2026

6051 O-1617 OCY MANAGEMENT, LLC 01/08/2026 4,752.00
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6049 M-1302 MOULTON NIGUEL WATER DISTRICT 01/08/2026 7,376.87 6050 M-1302 MOULTON NIGUEL WATER DISTRICT 01/08/2026 5,591.14 6047 K-1209 KOA CORPORATION 01/08/2026 40,360.00
6048 M-1609 MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC US, INC. 01/08/2026 450.00 6045 W-2454 JEFF WESSON INC 01/08/2026 105.00
6046 H-0959 JOHN HABASH 01/08/2026 157.50
6043 I-0942 IRVINE RANCH WATER DISTRICT 01/08/2026 282.82 6044 J-1057 JAMEY CLARK, INC. 01/08/2026 16,208.33
6041 H-0960 HR GREEN PACIFIC, INC. 01/08/2026 14,128.00 6042 I-0960 IRV SEAVER MOTORCYCLES 01/08/2026 1,760.58
6039 Z-CD-0442 HENALA ROOFING INC. 01/08/2026 720.00
6040 Z-CD-0539 HERIBERTO ALCANTAR 01/08/2026 780.00
6037 S-2315 GEORGIA SHEPHERD 01/08/2026 332.59
6038 G-0847 GMU GEOTECHNICAL, INC. 01/08/2026 4,070.61
6035 F-0725 FASTSIGNS OF LAKE FOREST 01/08/2026 216.22
6036 G-0877 GA TECHNICAL SERVICES, INC. 01/08/2026 37,206.37 6033 E-0504 EL TORO WATER DISTRICT 01/08/2026 13,759.30 6034 K-1206 FARROKH MOSHFEGH 01/08/2026 5,180.00
6031 E-0544 ECONOLITE SYSTEMS, INC 01/08/2026 8,531.00
6032 E-0606 EIDE BAILLY LLP 01/08/2026 5,990.00
6029 Z-CS-0517 DONOVAN MLCOCH 01/08/2026 100.00
6030 D-0523 DUDEK 01/08/2026 1,068.86
6027 **Void** 01/08/2026 -
6028 D-0561 DOCU-TRUST 01/08/2026 121.30
6025 D-0578 DE NOVO PLANNING GROUP 01/08/2026 11,652.25 6026 D-0583 DMS FACILITY SERVICES, LLC 01/08/2026 7,213.17 6023 C-1231 CSG CONSULTANTS, INC 01/08/2026 10,722.50
6024 D-0461 DATA TICKET, INC. 01/08/2026 505.87
6021 C-1232 CREATIVE BRAIN LEARNING 01/08/2026 124.60
6022 C-1122 CROSSTOWN ELECTRICAL AND DATA, INC. 01/08/2026 14,442.98 6019 C-1190 COUNTY OF ORANGE 01/08/2026 908.00
6020 W-2362 CRAIG WATKINS 01/08/2026 120.00
6017 C-1096 CODE PUBLISHING COMPANY, INC. 01/08/2026 171.50 6018 C-1191 COUNTY OF ORANGE 01/08/2026 5,853.03
6015 C-1021 CIVIC SOLUTIONS, INC. 01/08/2026 6,424.50
6016 C-1181 CIVICPLUS, LLC 01/08/2026 20,284.74
6013 W-2366 CHRISTOPHER J WATKINS 01/08/2026 120.00
6014 C-0324 CITY OF MISSION VIEJO 01/08/2026 5,500.83
6011 C-1144 CHARLES ABBOTT ASSOCIATES, INC 01/08/2026 40,268.88 6012 E-0553 CHRISTINA ELKINS 01/08/2026 1,722.00
6009 C-1177 CANON FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. 01/08/2026 1,329.55 6010 W-2453 CAROLYN WOJCIECHOWSKI 01/08/2026 1,176.00
6007 B-0460 BLUETRITON BRANDS INC 01/08/2026 209.54
6008 S-2341 BRIANA SUAKJIAN 01/08/2026 1,000.00
6005 A-0359 ARDURRA GROUP, INC. 01/08/2026 49,001.75
6006 A-0365 AT&T 01/08/2026 405.71
6003 A-0138 ALL CITY MANAGEMENT, INC. 01/08/2026 15,187.20 6004 A-0392 AQUATICO 01/08/2026 795.00
6001 A-0400 AGA ENGINEERS, INC 01/08/2026 26,538.45
6002 A-0233 ALISO CREEK PRINTING MINUTEMAN PRESS 01/08/2026 2,309.08 Payment Type: Regular
5999 A-0388 ABTECH TECHNOLOGIES, INC. 01/08/2026 9,570.00 6000 Z-CD-0538 ADG CONSTRUCTION AND ROOFING 01/08/2026 900.00 Warrant Register - January 27, 2026
City of Laguna Hills, CA By Check Number
Date Range: 01/02/2026 - 01/15/2026
Check Number Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Amount

6093 T-2719 THE CHRISTMAS LIGHT GUY CO. 01/15/2026 60,000.00 Total Regular: 980,148.67
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6091 S-1902 SAN DIEGO GAS AND ELECTRIC 01/15/2026 12,492.30 6092 S-1904 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON 01/15/2026 21,196.91 6089 L-1397 LYONS SECURITY SERVICE, INC. 01/15/2026 525.00 6090 O-1614 ORANGE COUNTY SCHOOL OF THE ARTS FOUNDATION 01/15/2026 1,012.50 6087 B-0460 BLUETRITON BRANDS INC 01/15/2026 222.53
6088 L-1401 LAW OFFICES OF MICHELLE R JACKSON 01/15/2026 40,125.35 6085 D-0585 DOCUSIGN, INC. 01/13/2026 2,808.00
6086 H-0965 HARDY & HARPER, INC. 01/13/2026 137,047.00
6083 R-1801 WOODRUFF & SMART, A PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION 01/08/2026 57,929.17 6084 W-2452 WSP USA ENVIRONMENT AND INFRASTRUCTURE INC 01/08/2026 15,620.00 6081 W-2337 WEST COAST ARBORISTS, INC. 01/08/2026 33,054.85 6082 W-2446 WHEELER, DAVID 01/08/2026 850.00
6079 V-2251 VIZUAL SYMPHONY, INC. 01/08/2026 1,369.50
6080 W-2451 W.G. ZIMMERMAN ENGINEERING, INC. 01/08/2026 8,934.00 6077 U-2165 UNDERGROUND SERVICE ALERT OF SO CALIFORNIA 01/08/2026 179.19 6078 V-2224 VERIZON WIRELESS 01/08/2026 1,733.54
6075 T-2698 TPX COMMUNICATIONS 01/08/2026 786.22
6076 T-2656 TYLER TECHNOLOGIES, INC. 01/08/2026 20,007.32 6073 R-1888 THE RITZ COMPANIES 01/08/2026 13,387.70
6074 T-2712 TOTAL SOURCE OFFICEWORKS 01/08/2026 1,987.55 6071 S-1980 STATE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE ACCOUNTING OFFICE 01/08/2026 32.00 6072 T-2717 TAIT & ASSOCIATES, INC 01/08/2026 6,500.00
6069 S-1904 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON 01/08/2026 157.53 6070 S-2295 SOUTHERN COMPUTER WAREHOUSE 01/08/2026 47.54 6067 S-2330 SOCALGAS 01/08/2026 294.64
6068 S-2323 SOUTH COAST FAMILY MEDICAL CENTER, INC. 01/08/2026 148.00 6065 S-2334 SEAN TRACY SIMON 01/08/2026 105.00
6066 S-2331 SKYLINE PEST CONTROL 01/08/2026 1,080.00
6063 S-2060 SAN DIEGO NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM 01/08/2026 1,080.00 6064 S-2319 SCA OF CA, LLC 01/08/2026 15,010.53
6061 S-2322 SAGECREST PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL 01/08/2026 5,075.00 6062 S-1902 SAN DIEGO GAS AND ELECTRIC 01/08/2026 42,776.82 6059 G-0874 ROBERTA GEIER 01/08/2026 336.00
6060 S-1944 S CAL MUNI ATHLETIC FEDERATION 01/08/2026 1,606.00 6057 R-1977 RJ ELECTRIC 01/08/2026 13,727.68
6058 R-1806 RJM DESIGN GROUP, INC. 01/08/2026 33,121.85 6055 O-1613 ONTARIO REFRIGERATION SERVICE, INC. 01/08/2026 23,337.00 6056 P-1856 PARADISE DRINKING WATER 01/08/2026 224.25
6053 O-1616 OLSON SUPERIOR PLUMBING 01/08/2026 95.00
6054 S-2333 OMARI C SMITH 01/08/2026 105.00
Check Number Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Amount 6052 O-1546 OFFICE SOLUTIONS 01/08/2026 314.58
Warrant Register - January 27, 2026 Date Range: 01/02/2026 - 01/15/2026

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167 96 0.00 1,989,367.79
Bank Drafts 1 1 0.00 1,009,219.12
EFT's 0 0 0.00 0.00
Manual Checks 0 0 0.00 0.00
Voided Checks 0 1 0.00 0.00
Total Bank Draft: 1,009,219.12
Bank Code 1 - General Summary
Payable
Count
Payment
Payment Type Count Discount Payment
Regular Checks 166 94 0.00 980,148.67
Warrant Register - January 27, 2026 Date Range: 01/02/2026 - 01/15/2026 Check Number Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Amount Payment Type: Bank Draft
DFT0003297 C-1007 OCSD LAW ENFORCEMENT CONTRACT, OC TREASURER-TAX COLLECTOR 01/14/2026 1,009,219.12

998 Pooled Cash & Investments 1/2026 1,989,367.79
1,989,367.79
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167 96 0.00 1,989,367.79
Fund Summary
Fund Name Period Amount
Bank Drafts 1 1 0.00 1,009,219.12
EFT's 0 0 0.00 0.00
Manual Checks 0 0 0.00 0.00
Voided Checks 0 1 0.00 0.00
All Bank Codes Check Summary
Payable
Count
Payment
Payment Type Count Discount Payment
Regular Checks 166 94 0.00 980,148.67
Warrant Register - January 27, 2026 Date Range: 01/02/2026 - 01/15/2026

Amount
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01/08/2026 SAN DIEGO GAS AND ELECTRIC 121525 Utilities - Electric, 10/8/25 - 11/30/25 100-356-631400 16,052.76 01/08/2026 SAN DIEGO GAS AND ELECTRIC 121525 Utilities - Electric, 11/1/25 - 11/30/25 100-356-631900 738.23 01/08/2026 EL TORO WATER DISTRICT 121625 Water Usage, 11/7/25 - 12/5/25 100-355-635000 138.89 01/08/2026 FARROKH MOSHFEGH 121525 Karate, Fall '25 100-310-721500 5,180.00 01/08/2026 CHRISTINA ELKINS 121525 Belly Dance Instruction, Fall '25 100-310-721500 1,722.00 01/08/2026 SAN DIEGO GAS AND ELECTRIC 121525 Utilities - Electric, 10/8/25 - 11/30/25 100-355-631000 12,750.82 01/08/2026 CHRISTOPHER J WATKINS 121525 Adult Softball League Umpire, 100-310-622500 120.00 01/08/2026 CRAIG WATKINS 121525 Adult Softball League Umpire, 100-310-622500 120.00 01/08/2026 SAN DIEGO GAS AND ELECTRIC 121525 Utilities - Electric, 10/8/25 - 11/30/25 100-310-631000 13,235.01 01/08/2026 JEFF WESSON INC 121525 Adult Baskeball League Referee, 12/18/25
100-310-622500 105.00
01/08/2026 SEAN TRACY SIMON 121525 Adult Basketball League Referee, 12/18/25
100-310-622500 105.00
01/08/2026 OMARI C SMITH 121525 Adult Basketball League Referee, 12/18/25
100-310-622500 105.00
01/08/2026 IRVINE RANCH WATER DISTRICT 120225 Utilities - Water, 11/1/25 - 12/1/25 100-355-635000 282.82 01/08/2026 MOULTON NIGUEL WATER DISTRICT 121125 Utilities - Water, 11/11/25 - 12/8/25 100-310-635000 681.04 01/08/2026 MOULTON NIGUEL WATER DISTRICT 121125 Utilities - Water, 11/11/25 - 12/8/25 100-355-635000 6,695.83 01/08/2026 CIVIC SOLUTIONS, INC. 107435 Consultant Services, USE-0231-2025, Nov '25
100-000-223000 312.00
01/08/2026 CIVIC SOLUTIONS, INC. 107436 Consultant Services, USE-0209-2025, Nov '25
100-000-223000 4,357.50
01/08/2026 EL TORO WATER DISTRICT 113025 Water Usage, Public Works, Nov '25 100-355-635000 13,620.41 01/08/2026 CIVIC SOLUTIONS, INC. 107432 Consultant Services, USE-0166-2023, Nov '25
100-000-223000 1,599.00
01/08/2026 CIVIC SOLUTIONS, INC. 107433 Contract Staffing Services, Nov '25 100-225-720512 78.00 01/08/2026 CIVIC SOLUTIONS, INC. 107434 Consultant Services, USE-0195-2024, Nov '25
100-000-223000 78.00
01/08/2026 ALL CITY MANAGEMENT, INC. 105467 Crossing Guard Services, 11/23/25 - 12/6/25
100-420-720822 5,062.40
01/08/2026 ALL CITY MANAGEMENT, INC. 105877 Crossing Guard Services, 12/7/25 - 12/20/25
100-420-720822 10,124.80
01/08/2026 BRIANA SUAKJIAN 1074 Dance Extravaganza Emcees, 100-310-695510 1,000.00 01/08/2026 GEORGIA SHEPHERD 010726 South OC City Engineers 100-355-611000 87.00 01/08/2026 GEORGIA SHEPHERD 010726 Cane's 100-355-622000 14.43 01/08/2026 BLUETRITON BRANDS INC 05K8710008221 Operating Supplies, Comm Ctr, 10/25/25 - 11/24/25
100-310-622000 209.54
01/08/2026 GEORGIA SHEPHERD 010726 Farmer Boys 100-155-622000 24.76 01/08/2026 GEORGIA SHEPHERD 010726 Chick-fil-A 100-155-622000 25.00 01/08/2026 GEORGIA SHEPHERD 010726 South OC City Engineers 100-355-611000 72.00 01/08/2026 GEORGIA SHEPHERD 010726 Smart & Final 100-155-622000 59.88 01/08/2026 GEORGIA SHEPHERD 010726 Farmer Boys 100-155-622000 24.76 01/08/2026 GEORGIA SHEPHERD 010726 Farmer Boys 100-155-622000 24.76 01/08/2026 KOA CORPORATION 000024906-4 Citywide Safety Action Plan, 9/27/25 - 10/24/25
100-355-700000 18,100.00
01/08/2026 DOCU-TRUST 0057437 Offsite Data Storage, Jan '26 100-155-700030 121.30 01/08/2026 STATE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

ACCOUNTING OFFICE
009852 Pre-Employment Fingerprinting, Nov
'25
100-195-617000 32.00
01/08/2026 AT&T 000024480704 Alarm, Com Ctr & City Hall Lines, 11/7/25-12/6/25
100-195-630000 217.26
01/08/2026 AT&T 000024480704 Alarm, Com Ctr & City Hall Lines, 11/7/25-12/6/25
100-310-630000 155.77
01/08/2026 KOA CORPORATION 000024906-3 Citywide Safety Action Plan, 8/23/25 - 9/26/25
100-355-700000 22,260.00
Payables Detail Report
City of Laguna Hills, CA By Fund
Payment Dates 01/02/2026 - 01/15/2026
Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) Account Number Fund: 100 - General Fund
01/08/2026 AT&T 000024472818 Traffic Signal, 11/6/25 - 12/5/25 100-356-630000 32.68

Amount
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01/08/2026 SKYLINE PEST CONTROL 367315 Pest and Rodent Control, Nov '25 100-310-645500 360.00 01/08/2026 SKYLINE PEST CONTROL 370715 Pest and Rodent Control, Dec '25 100-310-645500 360.00 01/08/2026 AQUATICO 372-290 Fountains/Water Features
Maintenance, Dec '25
100-310-645500 795.00
01/08/2026 SKYLINE PEST CONTROL 356554 Pest and Rodent Control, Aug '25 100-310-645500 360.00 01/08/2026 CIVICPLUS, LLC 358743 CivicClerk Annual Fee, 7/1/26 - 2/11/27
100-000-140000 12,677.96
01/08/2026 CIVICPLUS, LLC 358743 CivicClerk Annual Fee, 2/12/26 - 6/30/26
100-195-700090 7,606.78
01/08/2026 SOUTH COAST FAMILY MEDICAL
CENTER, INC.
2943 Recruitment, Nov '25 100-195-617000 148.00
01/08/2026 ALISO CREEK PRINTING MINUTEMAN
PRESS
33914 Printing Services, Public Works, Dec
'25
100-355-623000 2,309.08
01/08/2026 PARADISE DRINKING WATER 355996 Operating Supplies, 11/27/25 - 12/23/25
100-195-622000 224.25
01/08/2026 W.G. ZIMMERMAN ENGINEERING, 25-11-904 On-Call Engineer Services, Nov '25 100-355-700250 6,474.00 01/08/2026 W.G. ZIMMERMAN ENGINEERING, 25-11-905 On-Call Engineer Services, Nov '25 100-355-700250 2,460.00 01/08/2026 UNDERGROUND SERVICE ALERT OF

SO CALIFORNIA
25-262118 State Fee for Regulatory Costs, Dec 100-355-720401 47.19 01/08/2026 WEST COAST ARBORISTS, INC. 236882 Tree Trimming Services, 11/1/25 - 11/15/25
100-355-720702 8,572.20
01/08/2026 WEST COAST ARBORISTS, INC. 237461 Tree Trimming Services, 11/16/25 - 11/30/25
100-355-720702 8,403.50
01/08/2026 WEST COAST ARBORISTS, INC. 238077 Tree Trimming Services, 12/1/25 - 12/15/25
100-355-720702 16,079.15
01/08/2026 IRV SEAVER MOTORCYCLES 20260002 Motorcycle Maintenance, Police Svcs, Jan '26
100-420-646100 1,636.72
01/08/2026 CITY OF MISSION VIEJO 21555 Homelessness Outreach, Nov '25 100-310-720302 5,500.83 01/08/2026 THE RITZ COMPANIES 226359 Janitorial Services, Dec '25 100-310-721505 13,387.70 01/08/2026 FASTSIGNS OF LAKE FOREST 2016-22354 Daddy Daughter Dinner Dance Flyers, Dec '25
100-310-624500 216.22
01/08/2026 DUDEK 202510561 Professional Svc, USE-0147-2023, 10/25/25-11/21/25
100-000-223000 1,068.86
01/08/2026 IRV SEAVER MOTORCYCLES 20252543 Motorcycle Maintenance, Police Svcs, Dec '25
100-420-646100 123.86
01/08/2026 TPX COMMUNICATIONS 188587967-0 Communications Expense, 12/23/25 - 1/22/26
100-195-630000 786.22
01/08/2026 HR GREEN PACIFIC, INC. 196181 Electrical Upgrades, CIP #520, Nov '25 100-000-790600 2,035.00 01/08/2026 HR GREEN PACIFIC, INC. 196189 Public Works Permit Inspections, Nov '25
100-355-700255 8,823.00
01/08/2026 ARDURRA GROUP, INC. 176549 Permitting Services, Nov '25 100-355-700250 7,190.50 01/08/2026 ARDURRA GROUP, INC. 177303 Engineering Services, Nov '25 100-355-700250 5,645.00 01/08/2026 DATA TICKET, INC. 187450 Process Fee, Parking Citations, Nov 100-420-720823 505.87 01/08/2026 ARDURRA GROUP, INC. 174139 Engineering Services, Sep '25 100-355-700250 19,414.00 01/08/2026 ARDURRA GROUP, INC. 175805 Engineering Services, Oct '25 100-355-700250 10,063.00 01/08/2026 ARDURRA GROUP, INC. 176371 Engineering Services, Nov '25 100-355-700250 4,799.25 01/08/2026 VIZUAL SYMPHONY, INC. 14391 Civic Center Upgrades, Dec '25 100-195-940000 1,369.50 01/08/2026 TAIT & ASSOCIATES, INC 166886 Engineer Services, Sep '25 100-355-700250 6,500.00 01/08/2026 ARDURRA GROUP, INC. 172042 Engineering Services, Aug '25 100-355-700250 1,890.00 01/08/2026 CREATIVE BRAIN LEARNING 123125 Drawing, Fall '25 100-310-721500 124.60 01/08/2026 CAROLYN WOJCIECHOWSKI 123125 Line Dancing Instruction, Fall '25 100-310-721500 1,176.00 01/08/2026 JOHN HABASH 123125 Clogging Instruction, Fall '25 100-310-721500 157.50 01/08/2026 S CAL MUNI ATHLETIC FEDERATION 122225LAGHIL Program Class Insurance, Community Services
100-310-721500 1,606.00
01/08/2026 MOULTON NIGUEL WATER DISTRICT 122525 Utilities - Water, 11/25/25 - 12/22/25 100-355-635000 5,500.34 01/08/2026 ROBERTA GEIER 123125 Ballroom Dancing, Fall '25 100-310-721500 336.00 01/08/2026 MOULTON NIGUEL WATER DISTRICT 121825 Utilities - Water, 11/18/25 - 12/15/25 100-355-635000 90.80 01/08/2026 UNDERGROUND SERVICE ALERT OF

SO CALIFORNIA
1220250399 Ticket Charges, Dec '25 100-355-720401 132.00 01/08/2026 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON 122225 - Acct #700076000453 Utilities - Electric, 10/30/25 - 100-356-631400 157.53 Payables Detail Report Payment Dates: 01/02/2026 - 01/15/2026 Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) Account Number 01/08/2026 WHEELER, DAVID 121725 Electronic Device Reimbursement, Dec '25
100-155-622000 850.00
01/08/2026 SOCALGAS 121825 Utilities - Gas, 11/17/25 - 12/16/25 100-310-632000 294.64

Amount
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01/08/2026 JAMEY CLARK, INC. 77316 Graffiti Removal, Public Works, Dec 100-355-720500 585.00 01/08/2026 WOODRUFF & SMART, A

PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION
79287 Prof Services, Legal, Nov '25, USE0195-2025100-000-223000 1,008.00 01/08/2026 WOODRUFF & SMART, A

PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION
79287 Professional Services, Legal, Nov '25 100-155-700010 22,302.00 01/08/2026 JAMEY CLARK, INC. 77242 Graffiti Removal, Public Works, Dec 100-355-720701 624.00 01/08/2026 JAMEY CLARK, INC. 77243 Park Repairs, Public Works, Dec '25 100-355-720701 429.02 01/08/2026 JAMEY CLARK, INC. 77267 Park Repairs, Public Works, Dec '25 100-355-720701 279.05 01/08/2026 JAMEY CLARK, INC. 77225 Graffiti Removal, Public Works, Dec 100-355-720500 696.00 01/08/2026 JAMEY CLARK, INC. 77228 Graffiti Removal, Public Works, Dec 100-355-720500 786.39 01/08/2026 JAMEY CLARK, INC. 77240 Playground Inspections, Public Works, Dec '25
100-355-720701 5,950.00
01/08/2026 JAMEY CLARK, INC. 77220 Park Repairs, Public Works, Dec '25 100-355-720701 2,022.00 01/08/2026 JAMEY CLARK, INC. 77221 Park Repairs, Public Works, Dec '25 100-355-720701 768.00 01/08/2026 JAMEY CLARK, INC. 77222 Park Repairs, Public Works, Dec '25 100-355-720701 1,446.29 01/08/2026 CHARLES ABBOTT ASSOCIATES, INC 69704 Project Manager Services, Nov '25 100-355-700000 8,575.00 01/08/2026 JAMEY CLARK, INC. 77188 Outdoor Flyer Board Installation, Nov '25
100-310-645500 768.00
01/08/2026 JAMEY CLARK, INC. 77214 Wall Patching, Dec '25 100-310-645500 1,854.58 01/08/2026 RJ ELECTRIC 64361 Park Repairs, Snack Bar, Dec '25 100-355-720701 3,387.77 01/08/2026 RJ ELECTRIC 64415 Electric Repairs, Mandeville Park, Dec '25
100-355-720701 494.91
01/08/2026 GMU GEOTECHNICAL, INC. 69163 Alicia Pkwy Improvements, CIP #318, Sep '25
100-000-790600 4,070.61
01/08/2026 VERIZON WIRELESS 6131951828 Communications Expense, 11/26/25 - 12/25/25
100-195-630000 866.77
01/08/2026 CSG CONSULTANTS, INC 64085 Professional Svcs, USE-0239-2025, 11/1/25-11/28/25
100-000-223000 10,722.50
01/08/2026 RJ ELECTRIC 64335 Exterior Lighting Repairs, Dec '25 100-355-720701 9,845.00 01/08/2026 SAGECREST PLANNING AND

ENVIRONMENTAL
5526 Plan Check Fee, USE-0211-2025, Nov
'25
100-000-223000 4,565.00
01/08/2026 CROSSTOWN ELECTRICAL AND DATA,
INC.
5938 - 5975 Traffic Signal Maintenance, Nov '25 100-356-720420 10,798.28 01/08/2026 VERIZON WIRELESS 6129432652 Communications Expense, 10/26/25 - 11/25/25
100-195-630000 866.77
01/08/2026 DE NOVO PLANNING GROUP 4968 Terravita CEQA, USE-0209-2025, Dec '25
100-000-223000 6,196.25
01/08/2026 MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC US, INC. 548710 Elevator Maintenance, Dec '25 100-310-645500 450.00 01/08/2026 SAGECREST PLANNING AND

ENVIRONMENTAL
5525 Contract Staffing Services, Nov '25 100-225-720512 510.00 01/08/2026 ECONOLITE SYSTEMS, INC 46633 Centracs SMA Maint Agreement, 7/1/26 - 12/31/26
100-000-140000 4,265.50
01/08/2026 ECONOLITE SYSTEMS, INC 46633 Centracs SMA Maint Agreement, 1/1/26 - 6/30/26
100-356-700101 4,265.50
01/08/2026 DE NOVO PLANNING GROUP 4955 23161 Mill Creek CEQA, USE-0211- 2025, Dec '25
100-000-223000 5,456.00
01/08/2026 CANON FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. 42308363 Paperdeck Attachment 2XD05811A, 12/1/25-12/31/25
100-195-641200 36.56
01/08/2026 CROSSTOWN ELECTRICAL AND DATA,
INC.
4296-25-012 Traffic Signal Maintenance, Dec '25 100-356-720420 3,644.70 01/08/2026 OLSON SUPERIOR PLUMBING 43847 Plumbing Repairs, Dec '25 100-310-645500 95.00 01/08/2026 CANON FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. 42306711 Usage, 2XK05658, 11/1/25 - 100-195-641200 67.74 01/08/2026 CANON FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. 42308362 Usage, 2XD5688 2XD05811, 11/1/25- 11/30/25
100-195-641200 324.45
01/08/2026 CANON FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. 42308362 Lease, 2XD5688 2XD05811, 12/1/25- 12/31/25
100-195-641200 596.94
01/08/2026 TOTAL SOURCE OFFICEWORKS 40640 Operating Supplies, Dec '25 100-195-622000 356.56 01/08/2026 TOTAL SOURCE OFFICEWORKS 40641 Operating Supplies, Dec '25 100-155-622000 550.55 01/08/2026 CANON FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. 42306711 Lease, 2XK05658, 12/1/25 - 12/31/25 100-195-641200 303.86 Payables Detail Report Payment Dates: 01/02/2026 - 01/15/2026 Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) Account Number 01/08/2026 WSP USA ENVIRONMENT AND

INFRASTRUCTURE INC
40294957 Professional Services, NPDES Support,
Nov '25
100-355-700000 15,620.00
01/08/2026 TOTAL SOURCE OFFICEWORKS 40639 Operating Supplies, Dec '25 100-195-622000 1,080.44

Amount
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01/13/2026 DOCUSIGN, INC. 111100608964 eSignature, 7/1/26 - 12/15/26 100-000-140000 1,287.00 01/13/2026 DOCUSIGN, INC. 111100608964 eSignature, 12/16/25 - 6/30/26 100-155-700030 1,521.00 01/13/2026 HARDY & HARPER, INC. Pay Request #1 - 51843 ADA Ramps, CIP #170, 12/21/25- 1/12/26
100-000-201001 (7,213.00)
01/08/2026 DMS FACILITY SERVICES, LLC STL-004574 Landscape Services, Nov '25 100-355-720700 572.56 01/08/2026 COUNTY OF ORANGE STTM003684 Communications Charges, 8/1/25 - 8/31/25
100-420-646000 105.83
01/08/2026 ABTECH TECHNOLOGIES, INC. W206633-IN Managed IT Services, Jan '26 100-195-700090 9,570.00 01/08/2026 DMS FACILITY SERVICES, LLC STL-004519 Landscape Services, Nov '25 100-355-720700 348.95 01/08/2026 DMS FACILITY SERVICES, LLC STL-004520 Landscape Services, Nov '25 100-355-720700 166.33 01/08/2026 DMS FACILITY SERVICES, LLC STL-004521 Landscape Services, Oct '25 100-355-720700 371.85 01/08/2026 DMS FACILITY SERVICES, LLC STL-004513 Landscape Services, Nov '25 100-355-720700 602.24 01/08/2026 DMS FACILITY SERVICES, LLC STL-004517 Landscape Services, Nov '25 100-355-720700 126.97 01/08/2026 DMS FACILITY SERVICES, LLC STL-004518 Landscape Services, Nov '25 100-355-720700 589.40 01/08/2026 DMS FACILITY SERVICES, LLC STL-004510 Landscape Services, Oct '25 100-355-720700 601.43 01/08/2026 DMS FACILITY SERVICES, LLC STL-004511 Landscape Services, Oct '25 100-355-720700 292.49 01/08/2026 DMS FACILITY SERVICES, LLC STL-004512 Landscape Services, Nov '25 100-355-720700 390.77 01/08/2026 DMS FACILITY SERVICES, LLC STL-004507 Landscape Services, Oct '25 100-355-720700 350.34 01/08/2026 DMS FACILITY SERVICES, LLC STL-004508 Landscape Services, Oct '25 100-355-720700 292.49 01/08/2026 DMS FACILITY SERVICES, LLC STL-004509 Landscape Services, Oct '25 100-355-720700 350.34 01/08/2026 DMS FACILITY SERVICES, LLC STL-004228 Landscape Services, Sep '25 100-355-720700 313.75 01/08/2026 DMS FACILITY SERVICES, LLC STL-004504 Landscape Services, Oct '25 100-355-720700 349.46 01/08/2026 DMS FACILITY SERVICES, LLC STL-004505 Landscape Services, Nov '25 100-355-720700 188.71 01/08/2026 DMS FACILITY SERVICES, LLC STL-002827 Landscape Services, May '25 100-355-720700 334.10 01/08/2026 DMS FACILITY SERVICES, LLC STL-003041 Landscape Services, Jun '25 100-355-720700 480.00 01/08/2026 DMS FACILITY SERVICES, LLC STL-003931 Landscape Services, Sep '25 100-355-720700 156.89 01/08/2026 SAN DIEGO NATURAL HISTORY
MUSEUM
SI05362 Fossil Exhibit Improvement Project,
Nov '25
100-310-695504 1,080.00
01/08/2026 COUNTY OF ORANGE STCS003736 Communications Charges, 1/1/26 - 3/31/26
100-420-646000 5,747.20
01/08/2026 DMS FACILITY SERVICES, LLC STL-002823 Landscape Services, May '25 100-355-720700 334.10 01/08/2026 GA TECHNICAL SERVICES, INC. Pay Request #1 - Invoice 22530 Electrical Upgrades Project, CIP #520, Nov '25
100-000-790600 39,164.60
01/08/2026 ONTARIO REFRIGERATION SERVICE,
INC.

PRJ25154-01 New HVAC Unit, Server Room, Dec 100-355-910000 23,337.00 01/08/2026 COUNTY OF ORANGE SH 73098 Fingerprint ID System Charges, Nov 100-420-720835 908.00 01/08/2026 OFFICE SOLUTIONS I-20010835 Operating Supplies, Dec '25 100-195-622000 314.58 01/08/2026 SOUTHERN COMPUTER WAREHOUSE INV00857552 Adobe Subscription, Dec '25 100-195-700090 47.54 01/08/2026 GA TECHNICAL SERVICES, INC. Pay Request #1 - Invoice 22530 Electrical Upgrades Project, CIP #520, Nov '25
100-000-201001 (1,958.23)
01/08/2026 TYLER TECHNOLOGIES, INC. CI100-00235804 Incode Software, 1/1/26 - 6/30/26 100-195-700090 10,003.66 01/08/2026 EIDE BAILLY LLP EI01979548 Financial Statement Audit, Final 100-155-700050 5,990.00 01/08/2026 CODE PUBLISHING COMPANY, INC. GCI0019095 Municipal Code Update, Dec '25 100-155-700030 171.50 01/08/2026 ADG CONSTRUCTION AND ROOFING BLDR-0356-2025 BLDR-0356-2025, C&D Refund, REC015799-2025100-000-227001 900.00 01/08/2026 SCA OF CA, LLC CA25005299 Street Sweeping Services, Dec '25 100-355-720401 503.44 01/08/2026 TYLER TECHNOLOGIES, INC. CI100-00235804 Incode Software, 7/1/26 - 12/31/26 100-000-140000 10,003.66 01/08/2026 DONOVAN MLCOCH 98464590 Refund, Facility Deposit, R #98028142 100-000-222000 100.00 01/08/2026 HERIBERTO ALCANTAR BLDR-0339-2025 BLDR-0339-2025, C&D Refund, REC015894-2025100-000-227001 780.00 01/08/2026 HENALA ROOFING INC. BLDR-0349-2025 BLDR-0349-2025, C&D Refund, REC015748-2025100-000-227001 720.00 01/08/2026 WOODRUFF & SMART, A

PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION
79289 Prof Services, Legal, Nov '25, USE0166-2023100-000-223000 7,856.30 01/08/2026 WOODRUFF & SMART, A

PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION
79290 Prof Services, Legal, Nov '25, USE0209-2025100-000-223000 19,282.21 01/08/2026 WOODRUFF & SMART, A

PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION
79291 Prof Services, Legal, Nov '25, USE0211-2025100-000-223000 4,331.56 Payables Detail Report Payment Dates: 01/02/2026 - 01/15/2026 Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) Account Number 01/08/2026 WOODRUFF & SMART, A

PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION
79287 Professional Services, Legal, Nov '25 100-155-700011 3,055.20 01/08/2026 WOODRUFF & SMART, A

PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION
79288 Prof Services, Legal, Nov '25, USE0239-2025100-000-223000 93.90

Amount
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01/08/2026 AGA ENGINEERS, INC 25387-IN RTSSP for Paseo de Valencia-Moulton Pkwy, CIP #168
600-251-950168 26,538.45
01/08/2026 RJM DESIGN GROUP, INC. 37545 Cabot Park Rehabilitation, CIP #241, Nov '25
600-000-490311 (13,302.25)
01/08/2026 RJM DESIGN GROUP, INC. 37545 Cabot Park Rehabilitation, CIP #241, Nov '25
600-252-950241 13,302.25
01/08/2026 HR GREEN PACIFIC, INC. 196181 Electrical Upgrades, CIP #520, Nov '25 600-000-490100 (2,035.00) 01/08/2026 HR GREEN PACIFIC, INC. 196181 Electrical Upgrades, CIP #520, Nov '25 600-255-950520 2,035.00 01/08/2026 AGA ENGINEERS, INC 25387-IN RTSSP for Paseo de Valencia-Moulton Pkwy, CIP #168
600-000-490301 (26,538.45)
Fund: 451 - Liability Self-Insurance Fund
01/15/2026 LAW OFFICES OF MICHELLE R 121725 CVRA Settlement 451-155-692000 40,125.35 Fund 451 - Liability Self-Insurance Fund Total: 40,125.35 Fund: 600 - Capital Improvement Projects Fund
01/08/2026 HR GREEN PACIFIC, INC. 196179 Field Verification-Street Zones, CIP #101, Nov '25
600-000-490210 (3,270.00)
01/08/2026 HR GREEN PACIFIC, INC. 196179 Field Verification-Street Zones, CIP #101, Nov '25
600-251-950101 3,270.00
Fund 302 - CDBG Grant Fund Total: 144,260.00
Fund: 311 - Quimby Act Park In-Lieu Fee (VALH) Fund
01/08/2026 RJM DESIGN GROUP, INC. 37545 Cabot Park Rehabilitation, CIP #241, Nov '25
311-000-790600 13,302.25
01/08/2026 RJM DESIGN GROUP, INC. 37546 Veeh Ranch & San Remo Rehab, CIP #241, Nov '25
311-000-790600 19,819.60
Fund 311 - Quimby Act Park In-Lieu Fee (VALH) Fund Total: 33,121.85 Fund 221 - Senior Mobility Program Fund Total: 4,752.00 Fund: 301 - CARITS Road Fee Program Fund
01/08/2026 AGA ENGINEERS, INC 25387-IN RTSSP for Paseo de Valencia-Moulton Pkwy, CIP #168
301-000-790600 26,538.45
Fund 301 - CARITS Road Fee Program Fund Total: 26,538.45 Fund: 302 - CDBG Grant Fund
01/13/2026 HARDY & HARPER, INC. Pay Request #1 - 51843 ADA Ramps, CIP #170, 12/21/25- 1/12/26
302-000-790600 144,260.00
Fund: 212 - Measure M2 Fund
01/08/2026 CHARLES ABBOTT ASSOCIATES, INC 69703 Road Maintenance, Nov '25 212-355-720400 31,693.88 01/08/2026 SCA OF CA, LLC CA25005299 Street Sweeping Services, Dec '25 212-355-720410 14,507.09 Fund 212 - Measure M2 Fund Total: 46,200.97
Fund: 221 - Senior Mobility Program Fund
01/08/2026 OCY MANAGEMENT, LLC 11406025 Senior Mobility Program, Nov '25 221-310-720000 4,752.00 01/15/2026 LYONS SECURITY SERVICE, INC. 40198 Event Security, Permit #3865, 100-310-690501 300.00 Fund 100 - General Fund Total: 1,691,099.17
Fund: 210 - Gas Tax (HUTA) Fund
01/08/2026 HR GREEN PACIFIC, INC. 196179 Field Verification-Street Zones, CIP #101, Nov '25
210-000-790600 3,270.00
Fund 210 - Gas Tax (HUTA) Fund Total: 3,270.00
01/15/2026 BLUETRITON BRANDS INC 05L8710008221 Operating Supplies, Comm Ctr, 11/25/25 - 12/24/25
100-310-622000 222.53
01/15/2026 THE CHRISTMAS LIGHT GUY CO. 14 - Balance Holiday Lights / Decor, Balance Due 100-310-695509 60,000.00 01/15/2026 LYONS SECURITY SERVICE, INC. 40197 Event Security, Permit #3911, 100-310-690501 225.00 01/15/2026 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON 010626 - Acct #700162476559 Utilities - Electric, 11/1/25 - 12/31/25 100-356-631400 1,505.38 01/15/2026 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON 010626 - Acct #700162476559 Utilities - Electric, 11/1/25 - 11/30/25 100-356-631900 4,142.76 01/15/2026 ORANGE COUNTY SCHOOL OF THE

ARTS FOUNDATION
010926 Balance Due, Ballroom Blitz, Holiday
Dance, 12/19
100-310-695510 1,012.50
01/15/2026 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON 010226 - Acct #7002345509668 Utilities - Electric, 9/11/25 - 12/31/25 100-356-631400 14,518.67 01/15/2026 SAN DIEGO GAS AND ELECTRIC 010526 Utilities - Electric, 12/1/25 - 12/31/25 100-356-631400 12,492.30 01/15/2026 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON 010626 - Acct #700162476559 Utilities - Electric, 11/1/25 - 12/31/25 100-355-631000 146.22 Payables Detail Report Payment Dates: 01/02/2026 - 01/15/2026 Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) Account Number 01/14/2026 OCSD LAW ENFORCEMENT

CONTRACT, OC TREASURER-TAX
SH 73198 Law Enforcement Services, Jan '26 100-420-720800 1,009,219.12 01/15/2026 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON 010226 - Acct #7002345509668 Utilities - Electric, 9/11/25 - 12/31/25 100-355-631000 883.88

Amount
Fund 600 - Capital Improvement Projects Fund Total: -
Grand Total: 1,989,367.79
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01/08/2026 GA TECHNICAL SERVICES, INC. Pay Request #1 - Invoice 22530 Electrical Upgrades Project, CIP #520, Nov '25
600-255-950520 39,164.60
01/13/2026 HARDY & HARPER, INC. Pay Request #1 - 51843 ADA Ramps, CIP #170, 12/21/25- 1/12/26
600-000-490302 (144,260.00)
01/13/2026 HARDY & HARPER, INC. Pay Request #1 - 51843 ADA Ramps, CIP #170, 12/21/25- 1/12/26
600-251-950170 144,260.00
01/08/2026 GMU GEOTECHNICAL, INC. 69163 Alicia Pkwy Improvements, CIP #318, Sep '25
600-000-490100 (4,070.61)
01/08/2026 GMU GEOTECHNICAL, INC. 69163 Alicia Pkwy Improvements, CIP #318, Sep '25
600-253-950318 4,070.61
01/08/2026 GA TECHNICAL SERVICES, INC. Pay Request #1 - Invoice 22530 Electrical Upgrades Project, CIP #520, Nov '25
600-000-490100 (39,164.60)
Payables Detail Report Payment Dates: 01/02/2026 - 01/15/2026 Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) Account Number 01/08/2026 RJM DESIGN GROUP, INC. 37546 Veeh Ranch & San Remo Rehab, CIP #241, Nov '25
600-000-490311 (19,819.60)
01/08/2026 RJM DESIGN GROUP, INC. 37546 Veeh Ranch & San Remo Rehab, CIP #241, Nov '25
600-252-950241 19,819.60

100-355-720401 Other Public Works Maintenance 682.63
100-355-720500 Graffiti Removal 2,067.39
100-355-720700 Landscape Maintenance 7,213.17
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100-355-623000 Printing & Mailing 2,309.08
100-355-631000 Utilities - Electric 13,780.92
100-355-635000 Utilities - Water 26,329.09
100-355-700000 Professional Services 64,555.00
100-355-700250 On-Call Services 64,435.75
100-355-700255 Improvement Inspections 8,823.00
100-310-695510 Holiday Event Series 2,012.50
100-310-720302 Contract Services - Homelessness 5,500.83 100-310-721500 Contract Services - Programs 10,302.10
100-310-721505 Contract Services - Janitorial & 13,387.70 100-355-611000 Training, Conferences, & 159.00
100-355-622000 Operating Supplies 14.43
100-310-632000 Utilities - Gas 294.64
100-310-635000 Utilities - Water 681.04
100-310-645500 Facility Maintenance & Repairs 5,042.58
100-310-690501 Facility Rentals - 525.00
100-310-695504 Exhibits & Educational Programs 1,080.00 100-310-695509 Holiday Decorations 60,000.00
100-225-720512 Contract Services 588.00
100-310-622000 Operating Supplies 432.07
100-310-622500 Program & League Supplies 555.00
100-310-624500 Printing & Advertising 216.22
100-310-630000 Communications 155.77
100-310-631000 Utilities - Electric 13,235.01
100-195-617000 Recruitment 180.00
100-195-622000 Operating Supplies 1,975.83
100-195-630000 Communications 2,737.02
100-195-641200 Copier Leases 1,329.55
100-195-700090 IT Contract Services & Support 27,227.98 100-195-940000 Computer Hardware 1,369.50
100-000-790600 Transfers Out to Capital 45,270.21
100-155-622000 Operating Supplies 1,559.71
100-155-700010 Legal Services - General Counsel 22,302.00 100-155-700011 Legal Services - Litigation 3,055.20
100-155-700030 Professional Services - City Clerk 1,813.80 100-155-700050 Professional Services - Financial 5,990.00 Account Number Account Name Payment Amount
100-000-140000 Prepaid Items 28,234.12
100-000-201001 Accounts Payable - Retention (9,171.23)
100-000-222000 Refundable Deposits 100.00
100-000-223000 Plan Application Deposit 66,927.08
100-000-227001 Security Deposit - Waste 2,400.00
212 - Measure M2 Fund 46,200.97
221 - Senior Mobility Program Fund 4,752.00
301 - CARITS Road Fee Program Fund 26,538.45
302 - CDBG Grant Fund 144,260.00
311 - Quimby Act Park In-Lieu Fee (VALH) Fund 33,121.85 451 - Liability Self-Insurance Fund 40,125.35
600 - Capital Improvement Projects Fund -
Grand Total: 1,989,367.79
Account Summary
Payables Detail Report Payment Dates: 01/02/2026 - 01/15/2026 Report Summary
Fund Summary
Fund Payment Amount
100 - General Fund 1,691,099.17
210 - Gas Tax (HUTA) Fund 3,270.00

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600-252-950241 General Park Renovations 33,121.85
600-253-950318 Alicia Pkwy and PDV Reader 4,070.61
600-255-950520 Community Center Electrical 41,199.60
Grand Total: 1,989,367.79
Project Account Summary
Project Account Key Payment Amount
**None** 1,989,367.79
Grand Total: 1,989,367.79
600-000-490301 Transfers In from CARITS Road (26,538.45) 600-000-490302 Transfers In from CDBG Grant (144,260.00) 600-000-490311 Transfers In from Quimby Act (33,121.85) 600-251-950101 Annual Street Maintenance 3,270.00
600-251-950168 Traffic Signal Improvements 26,538.45
600-251-950170 Access Ramps 144,260.00
301-000-790600 Transfers Out to Capital 26,538.45
302-000-790600 Transfers Out to Capital 144,260.00
311-000-790600 Transfers Out to Capital 33,121.85
451-155-692000 Claims & Settlements 40,125.35
600-000-490100 Transfers In from General Fund (45,270.21) 600-000-490210 Transfers In from Gas Tax (HUTA) (3,270.00) 100-420-720823 Parking Citation Processing 505.87
100-420-720835 Fingerprint Identification Services 908.00 210-000-790600 Transfers Out to Capital 3,270.00
212-355-720400 Street Maintenance 31,693.88
212-355-720410 Street Sweeping 14,507.09
221-310-720000 Contract Services 4,752.00
100-356-700101 MOE - Traffic Engineer Services 4,265.50 100-356-720420 MOE - Traffic Signal Maintenance 14,442.98 100-420-646000 Equipment Maintenance & 5,853.03
100-420-646100 Vehicles - Fuel & Maintenance 1,760.58
100-420-720800 Law Enforcement Contract 1,009,219.12
100-420-720822 Crossing Guard Services 15,187.20
100-355-720701 Parks Maintenance & Repairs 25,246.04
100-355-720702 Tree Maintenance 33,054.85
100-355-910000 Furniture & Equipment 23,337.00
100-356-630000 MOE - Communications 32.68
100-356-631400 MOE - Electric (Streetlights & 44,726.64 100-356-631900 MOE - Electric (On-Bill Financing) 4,880.99 Payables Detail Report Payment Dates: 01/02/2026 - 01/15/2026 Account Summary
Account Number Account Name Payment Amount

Item No. 4.4
City of Laguna Hills
City Council / Planning Agency
Staff Report
Date: January 27, 2026
To: Mayor and Council Members
From: Eric Hendrickson, Finance Director
Issue: Treasurer's Investment Report for December 2025
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the Treasurer's Investment Report for the month of December 2025.

Background:

The Treasurer’s Investment Report for the month of December 2025 is submitted herewith. The City’s total portfolio as of December 31, 2025, was $28,479,934. The pooled cash portfolio managed by the City Treasurer consisted of cash on hand, demand deposits, State Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF) and Investment Trust of California (CalTRUST) investments and totaled $28,436,163. Restricted cash and investments totaled $43,771, and is composed of fiscal agent funds for Civic Center property management purposes.

Interest income for the month of December was $87,435. Fiscal Year 2025/2026 yearto-date pooled cash interest earnings of $562,923 are 68% of the annual budget of $828,600.

The average yield on the City’s total portfolio for the month of December was 3.90%, compared to the prior month of 4.04%. The slightly declining yield in December, as compared to the past few months, reflects a cautious approach by the Federal Reserve to start rate cuts given the current status of the economy. The City has budgeted conservatively in its expectation of interest earnings, and has built slight rate reductions into the revenue forecast.

Item No. 4.4
Fiscal Impact:

There is no fiscal impact to receive and file this report.

Attachments:

1. Treasurer's Report December 2025

Pooled Cash & Investments
Current Month
Market Value
Current Month
Book Value
Prior Month
Book Value
Current
Month %
of
Portfolio
Maximum
Policy Limit
Yield to
Maturity for
Month
(Annualized)
BMO Checking & Money Market Accounts $ 6,685,304 $ 6,685,304 $ 4,886,939 24% 50% 3.65% Petty Cash (City Hall) 500 500 500 0% n/a 0.00%
Fiscal Agent Cash - Employee FSA 797 797 825 0% n/a 0.00% State Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF) 100,238 100,045 100,045 0% 100% 4.02% Investment Trust of California (CalTRUST) 21,649,516 21,649,516 21,577,991 76% 100% 3.98% 28,436,356 28,436,163 26,566,300 100% 3.90%
Restricted & Designated Cash
Fiscal Agent Cash - Essex Civic Center Mgmt 43,771 43,771 20,077 n/a n/a 0.00% 43,771 43,771 20,077 0.00%
Totals $ 28,480,127 $ 28,479,934 $ 26,586,377 3.90%
For the month of December 2025 $ 87,435
FY 2025-26 to Date 562,923
FY 2025-26 Budget 828,600
Certification:

Eric Hendrickson
Finance Director/Deputy City Treasurer
City of Laguna Hills
Treasurer's Investment Report
December 2025
Pooled Cash & Investment - Interest Earnings
I hereby certify that the above investment report includes all cash and investments of the City and is in conformance with all State laws and the City's investment policy approved by the City Council on October 22, 2024. At the time of the report, there is sufficient liquidity and anticipated revenues available to meet the City's budgeted expenditure requirements for the next six months.

Reconciling items (outstanding checks and deposits in transit):

Pooled Cash & Investments Book Value:

Fund Balance Type
Nonspendable
Assigned
Unassigned
Total
164,633.14
28,436,163.00
GENERAL FUND RESERVES (as of most recent audited year end 6/30/2025) 284,567
612,572
22,256,720
23,153,859
TOTAL CLAIM ON CASH 26,181,126.60 2,090,403.26 28,271,529.86 455-000-101455 Claim on Cash - Community Center Equipment Ma 46,761.87 - 46,761.87 456-000-101456 Claim on Cash - Storm Drain / Slope Repair Reserv 29,097.04 - 29,097.04 452-000-101452 Claim on Cash - Parks Equipment Maintenance 309,213.00 - 309,213.00 454-000-101454 Claim on Cash - Sports Complex Equipment Maint 66,200.46 - 66,200.46 421-000-101421 Claim on Cash - SLESF 187,334.78 (14,278.25) 173,056.53 451-000-101451 Claim on Cash - Liability Self-Insurance 161,300.18 - 161,300.18 322-000-101322 Claim on Cash - Water Conservation 393,016.78 3,869.82 396,886.60 401-000-101401 Claim on Cash - Public Art 505,277.94 4,975.19 510,253.13 311-000-101310 Claim on Cash - Quimby Act Park In-Lieu Fee (VALH 1,851,940.84 16,028.40 1,867,969.24 312-000-101312 Claim on Cash - CASp Fee 37,762.12 371.82 38,133.94 306-000-101306 Claim on Cash - Waste & Recycling Fee 88,793.78 (18,293.81) 70,499.97 307-000-101307 Claim on Cash - C&D Forfeited Deposits 432,273.82 4,256.36 436,530.18 301-000-101301 Claim on Cash - CARITS Road Fee Program 1,325,859.02 (45,250.03) 1,280,608.99 305-000-101305 Claim on Cash - Beverage Recycling 13,858.09 136.45 13,994.54 214-000-101214 Claim on Cash - AB 2766 126,819.64 11,602.61 138,422.25 221-000-101221 Claim on Cash - Senior Mobility Program 296,731.08 3,317.67 300,048.75 211-000-101211 Claim on Cash - Gas Tax (RMRA) 1,352,365.01 73,510.29 1,425,875.30 212-000-101212 Claim on Cash - Measure M2 223,916.44 (12,217.86) 211,698.58

CLAIM ON CASH
100-000-101100 Claim on Cash - General Fund 17,512,404.99 1,972,223.55 19,484,628.54 210-000-101210 Claim on Cash - Gas Tax (HUTA) 1,220,199.72 90,151.05 1,310,350.77 Pooled Cash Report
City of Laguna Hills, CA
For the Period Ending 12/31/2025

BEGINNING

BALANCE

CURRENT

ACTIVITY

CURRENT
BALANCE ACCOUNT # ACCOUNT NAME

Local Agency Investment Fund
P.O. Box 942809
Sacramento, CA 94209-0001
(916) 653-3001
January 07, 2026
LAIF Home
PMIA Average Monthly
Yields

CITY OF LAGUNA HILLS

CITY MANAGER
24035 EL TORO ROAD
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
Account Number:

December 2025 Statement
Tran Type Definitions
Account Summary
Total Deposit: 0.00 Beginning Balance: 100,045.32
Total Withdrawal: 0.00 Ending Balance: 100,045.32
1/7/26, 8:44 AM LAIF Regular Monthly Statement
https://laifms.treasurer.ca.gov/RegularStatement.aspx 1/1

December 4.025
November 4.096
October 4.150
September 4.212
August 4.251
July 4.258
PMIA Average Life(1): 254
LAIF Fair Value Factor(1): 1.001929581
PMIA Daily(1): 4.19
PMIA Quarter to Date(1): 4.24
LAIF Apportionment Rate(2): 4.34
LAIF Earnings Ratio(2): 0.00011893333163814
LAIF Administrative Cost(1)*: 0.26
Treasuries

55.33%
Agencies

25.05%
Certificates of
Deposit/Bank Notes

9.97%
Time
Deposits

3.39%
Commercial
Paper

5.48%
Corporate
Bonds

0.61%
Loans

0.17%
Notes: The apportionment rate includes interest earned on the CalPERS Supplemental Pension Payment pursuant to Government Code 20825 (c)(1) .
*The percentage of administrative cost equals the total administrative cost divided by the quarterly interest earnings. The law provides that administrative costs are not to exceed 5% of quarterly EARNINGS of the fund. However, if the 13-week Daily Treasury Bill Rate on the last day of the fiscal year is below 1%, then administrative costs shall not exceed 8% of quarterly EARNINGS of the fund for the subsequent fiscal year.

Source:
(1) State of California, Office of the Treasurer
(2) State of California, Office of the Controller
PMIA Average Monthly
Effective Yields(1)
PMIA/LAIF Performance Report
as of 01/07/25
Daily rates are now available here. View PMIA Daily Rates Quarterly Performance
Quarter Ended 9/30/25
Chart does not include $936,000.00 in mortgages, which equates to 0.001%. Percentages may not total 100% due to rounding.

Pooled Money Investment Account
Monthly Portfolio Composition (1)
11/30/25
$155.9 billion

Item No. 4.5
City of Laguna Hills
City Council / Planning Agency
Staff Report
Date: January 27, 2026
To: Mayor and Council Members
From: Holland Gannon, Community Services Director
Issue: 2025 Holiday Event Series Post-Event Report
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the 2025 Holiday Event Series post-event report.

Background:

The City of Laguna Hills hosted a series of holiday events throughout December 2025 to celebrate the season, foster community spirit, and provide family-friendly opportunities for residents to come together. Events included the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, Family Movie Night, Parent’s Night Out, Breakfast with Santa, Holiday Toy Drive, Movie Matinee, Holiday Light Tours, Holiday Musical Dance Extravaganza, and more. A brief summary of each event is provided below.

Tree Lighting Ceremony
Date/Time: Friday, December 5, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Estimated Attendees: 600
The Tree Lighting Ceremony featured Santa Claus, refreshments, an inflatable slide, carolers, community partner booths, and the opportunity for families to enjoy snow.

This annual tradition is designed to bring residents together for a festive kickoff to the holiday season.

Family Movie Night - Elf
Date/Time: Wednesday, December 10, doors opened at 6 p.m., movie began at 6:30 p.m.

Attendees: 20
This free event invited families to come dressed in cozy pajamas and bring their blankets for a movie night! Two local businesses sponsored the event and provided popcorn and cookies.

Item No. 4.5
Parent’s Night Out
Date/Time: Friday, December 12, 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Attendees: 29
Parents were able to get their holiday shopping done and let the Community Services staff watch the kids! Parent’s Night Out is an event for ages 6-14 with music, inflatables, crafts, a movie, pizza, and games.

Breakfast with Santa
Date/Time: Saturday, December 13, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Attendees: 190 (waitlist count: 68)
Families enjoyed a pancake breakfast, listened to a musical performance, took photos with Santa, and participated in holiday crafts. This event provided a warm and engaging atmosphere for children and families to celebrate the holidays. Due to the popularity of this event, staff is exploring options for two (2) seating times next year.

Holiday Toy Drive
Date/Time: Sunday, December 14, 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Attendees: 245 (50 families)
In partnership with Christ Community Church, the City hosted a Holiday Toy Drive to support Laguna Hills (students and residents) families in need. The event included photos with Santa, community information booths, crafts, carolers, dinner, and refreshments.

Holiday Musical Dance Extravaganza
Date/Time: Friday, December 19, 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Attendees: 133
The Holiday Dance Extravaganza showcased local singers and dancers in a festive performance. Guests enjoyed dinner from Villa Roma along with holiday entertainment, creating a unique opportunity for the community to celebrate the arts during the holiday season. The event included the following performers: OCSA Ballroom Conservatory, OCSA Classical Conservatory, Pacific Ballet Conservatory, The Space, and Fred Astaire Dance Studios.

Movie Matinee - Miracle on 34th Street
Date/Time: Monday, December 15, doors open at 11:30, movie begins at 12:00 p.m.

Attendees: 3
Seniors were invited to bring their lunch and enjoy refreshments for an afternoon showing. Saddleback College Emeritus Institute hosted a booth to help attendees enroll in Spring semester classes as well.

Item No. 4.5
Additional Holiday Celebrations
The Community Services Team also facilitated the following:
• Holiday Light Tours (12/17 and 12/23 – 13 total attendees) • Wishing Tree
• Hot chocolate and tea in the lobby
• Felt Wreath Workshop (in partnership with the OC Public Libraries – Laguna Hills Technology Library) – estimated 30 attendees
• Holiday Light Map
Fiscal Impact:

The budget for the Holiday Event Series is $21,500 and expenses are estimated to be $26,773 pending final invoices. Revenue for the event series totaled $6,254.

Parent’s Night Out is classified and budgeted to Special Events – Program Services 310- 695500. This account is budgeted for $39,000 and Parent’s Night Out cost a total of $1,867. Revenue for Parent’s Night Out totaled $450.

Expenses to Holiday Event Series 310-695510 are estimated to be $26,773.

Tree Lighting Ceremony $8,784
Breakfast with Santa $5,276
Holiday Toy Drive $215
Holiday Musical Dance Extravaganza $12,120
Additional events $378
Estimated Staff Costs: $6,240
Revenues are as follows:

Breakfast with Santa $2,370
Holiday Light Tour $170
Parent’s Night Out $450
Holiday Musical Dance Extravaganza $2,764
Sponsorships $500

Item No. 4.5
Estimated final totals are as follows:

Expenses $26,773
Revenue $6,254
Net cost $20,519
Staff costs $6,240
Net cost including staff time $26,759
Attachments:

None

Item No. 4.6
City of Laguna Hills
City Council / Planning Agency
Staff Report
Date: January 27, 2026
To: Mayor and Council Members
From: Holland Gannon, Community Services Director
Issue: 2026 4th of July Fireworks Agreement
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Fireworks Display Agreement between Garden State Fireworks ("GSF") and the City of Laguna Hills for 2026 and authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement.

Background:

In accordance with the City’s purchasing ordinance (LHMC 3-08.110(L), subsections (10) and (11)), contracts for recreation and entertainment services are exempt from the informal procurement procedures outlined in Section 3-08.080. After a well-received display from Garden State Fireworks in 2025, City-staff recommends using GSF for the 2026 display.

Fireworks Show Details:
• 600 × 3” Aerial Display Shells
• 260 × 4” Aerial Display Shells
• 1,500 effects/shots from Multi-Shot Cake Devices (ranging from 25 to 665 shots • each)
• Duration: Approximately 18–20 minutes
• Cost: $55,395.

Staff recommends that the City Council approve the proposed agreement and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement with Garden State Fireworks for the 2026 fireworks display (Attachment 1).

Item No. 4.6
Fiscal Impact:

The cost for the fireworks display is $55,395.

Attachments:

1. Proposed Fireworks Display Agreement

FIREWORKS DISPLAY AGREEMENT
Garden State Fireworks, Inc.

THIS FIREWORKS DISPLAY AGREEMENT (the "Agreement") is made, entered into, and effective this __ day of January 2026, by and between the CITY OF LAGUNA HILLS, a California general law city organized and existing under the laws of the State of California ("City"), and GARDEN STATE FIREWORKS, INC. ("GSF").

RECITALS
A. GSF designs, produces, and conducts public fireworks displays; and B. City desires to engage GSF to design, produce and perform a public fueworks display on July 4, 2026, pursuant to the terms and conditions set forth herein.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the terms, conditions, and covenants contained herein, both parties hereto do mutually agree as follows.

AGREEMENT
L Engagement. City hereby engages GSF to provide to City one public :fireworks display ("Display"), and GSF accepts such engagement upon all of the promises, terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.

1.1 GSF Duties. GSF shall provide all pyrotechnic equipment, trained pyrotechnicians, shipping, pyrotechnic products, application for specific pyrotechnic permits (the cost of which, including standby fees, shall be paid by City) relating to the Display, and insurance covering the Display. Subject to Paragraph 18, GSF shall provide the Display in substantial conformance with the duration, quantities and format outlined in the "Independence Day" Scope of Work, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and is incorporated herein by this reference and made a part of this Agreement as though set forth fully herein. In the event of any inconsistency between the terms contained in Exhibit "A" and the terms set forth in the main body of this Agreement, the terms set forth in the main body of this Agreement shall govern.

1.2 City Duties. City shall provide the Site, as defined in Paragraph 2, for the discharge of the Display, access to the Site, security for the Site as set forth in Paragraph 11, and any authorization necessary for GSF to utilize the Site for the Display.

1.3 GSF Performance. As a material inducement to the City entering into this Agreement, GSF acknowledges and understands that the Display contracted for under this Agreement requires specialized skills and abilities and that, consistent with this understanding, GSF represents and warrants that it shall conduct the Display and perform all related services and work under this Agreement in a skillful and competent manner, and that it shall be held to a standard of quality and performance prevalent in the pyrotechnic industry for such Display service and work and with the standards recognized as being employed by contractors in the pyrotechnic field in the

State of California. GSF further represents and warrants that it is skilled in the field of public fireworks displays and that it holds the necessary skills and abilities to satisfy the standard of quality and performance as set forth in this Agreement. GSF further represents and warrants that it and all of its employees and subcontractors, if approved, providing services under this Agreement shall have sufficient skill and experience to perform the Display services and work assigned to them. All Display services and work shall be completed to the reasonable satisfaction of the City.

1.4 Term. This Agreement shall commence upon the effective date of this Agreement and continue in full force and effect until completion of all Display services and work. 2 Time apd Place. The Display shall take place on July 4, 2026 ("Scheduled Date"), at approximately 9:00 p.m. ("Scheduled Time"), at the Laguna Hills High School located at 25401 Paseo de Valencia, Laguna Hills, CA, between the Tennis Court and Baseball Field, which is adjacent to the Laguna Hills Community Center located at 25555 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Hills, CA ("Site"). The Display will be under the direct supervision and control of a lead GSF pyrotechnician as set forth in Paragraph 3. It is agreed that GSF shall be the exclusive fireworks supplier and producer for the Display contracted for herein. City reserves the right to determine the actual start and stop time of the Display.

3. Lead Pyrotechpician.

3.1 Experience. The Display shall be conducted by and discharged under the direct supervision and control of a lead GSF pyrotechnician that: (i) has a minimum of three years of experience providing public fireworks displays; and/or (ii) has successfully provided no less than ten public fireworks displays.

3.2 Verification of Credentials. GSF shall furnish City with the name of the lead GSF pyrotechnician responsible for the Display, a copy of his/her Basic Commercial or Special Effects 1st Class License, and a written summary of his/her prior experience and credentials. GSF shall provide the documentation required by this Paragraph to the City by no later than May 24. 2026.

4. Fees, Interest, and Expenses.

4.1 Fee. City agrees to pay GSF a fee of $55,395 (Fifty Five Thousand Three Hundred Ninety Five Dollars) ("Display Fee") for the Display. City shall pay to GSF $27,697.50 (Twenty Seven Thousand Six Hundred Ninety Seven Dollars and Fifty Cents) of the Display Fee as a deposit ("Deposit") upon execution of this Agreement by both parties and not later than March 1, 2026. Except as otherwise provided below, the balance of the Display Fee shall be paid by City no later than July 17. 2026.

4.2 Interest. In the event that the Display Fee is not paid in a timely manner, Citywill be responsible for the payment of 1.5% interest per month or 18% annually on the unpaid balance.

4.3 Expenses. GSF shall pay all normal expenses directly related to the Display including, but not limited to, freight, insurance as set forth herein, pyrotechnic products, pyrotechnic equipment, experienced pyrotechnic personnel to set up and discharge the pyrotechnics, and those additional items outlined as GSF's responsibility under this Agreement.

City shall pay all costs related to the Display not supplied by GSF including, but not limited to, all

governmental fees and taxes, including sales, use, excise, license, permit, entertainment, or other fees, taxes or surcharges imposed or otherwise applied to the Display.

5. Force Maieure. City agrees to partially assume the risks of weather, strike, civil unrest, terrorism, military action, governmental action, epidemic, pandemic and quarantine restrictions, and other causes beyond the control of GSF, which may prevent the Display from being safely discharged on the Scheduled Date. If, for any such reason, GSF is not reasonably able to safely discharge the Display on the Scheduled Date, City may: (i) reschedule the Display on a mutually agreed upon date occurring no later than September 9, 2026 and pay to GSF the balance of the Display Fee within 15 business days of completion of the rescheduled Display; or (ii) cancel the Display, forfeit the Deposit, and be relieved of any obligation to pay to GSF the balance of the Display Fee.

6. Rescheduling. City shall have the option to reschedule the Display at any time prior to the Scheduled Date to a mutually agreeable date. Except as provided otherwise in Paragraph 5, if City elects to reschedule the Display, it shall pay to GSF the balance of the Display Fee within 15 business days of completion of the rescheduled Display plus: (i) 5% of the Display Fee, or $2,769.75 (Two Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty Nine Dollars and Seventy Five Cents), if the City notifies GSF of the request to reschedule before 12:00 a.m. on July 3, 2026; or (ii) 15% of the Display Fee, or $8,309.25 (Eight Thousand Three Hundred Nine Dollars and Twenty Five Cents), if the City notifies GSF of the request to reschedule on or after 12:00 a.m. on July 3, 2026. The Display shall be rescheduled on a mutually agreed upon date occurring no later than September 9, 2026.

7. Right to Cancel, Substantial Delay or Postponement.

7.1 Right to Cancel. City shall have the option to unilaterally cancel the Display at any time prior to the Scheduled Date. If City elects to cancel the Display prior to the Scheduled Date for any reason other than force majeure pursuant to Paragraph 5, or other than GSF's inability to perform as a result of operator error, or other than malfunction or failure of pyrotechnic equipment or materials as provided in Paragraph 7.2(C), or other than GSF's failure to fulfill its obligations under this Agreement, GSF shall retain the Deposit, and the City shall pay to GSF as liquidated damages: (i) 50% of the balance of the Display Fee, or $13,848.75 (Thirteen Thousand Eight Hundred Fourty Eight Dollars and Seventy Five Cents), if the City notifies GSF of the cancellation at least 30 days prior to the Scheduled Date; (ii) 75% of the balance of the Display Fee, or $20,773.13 (Twenty Thousand Seven Hundred Seventy Three Dollars and Thirteen Cents), if the City notifies GSF of the cancellation 15 to 29 days prior to the Scheduled Date; or (iii) 100% of the balance of the Display Fee, or $27 .697 .50 (Twenty Seven Thousand Six Hundred Ninety Seven Dollars and Fifty Cents), if the City notifies GSF of the cancellation less than 15 days prior to the Scheduled Date.

7.2 Substantial Delay or Postponement. Both parties agree that the City will suffer damages as a result of any substantial delay or postponement of the Display resulting from operator error, or malfunction or failure of the pyrotechnic equipment or materials, and therefore agree to the following liquidated damages provisions:

A. If GSF, as a result of operator error, or malfunction or failure of the pyrotechnic equipment or materials, is unable to start the Display within 5 to 15 minutes after the

Scheduled Time, or if at any time after the Display has begun and is underway, there is/ are a gap( s) or break(s) in the program lasting 2 to 5 minutes in total, GSF shall pay to the City as liquidated damages 20% of the Display Fee, or $11,079 (Eleven Thousand Seventy Nine Dollars).

B. If GSF, as a result of operator error, or malfunction or failure of the pyrotechnic equipment or materials, is unable to start the Display more than 15 to 30 minutes after the Scheduled Time, or if at any time after the Display has begun and is underway, there is/are a gap( s) or break( s) in the program lasting more than 5 to 15 minutes in total, GSF shall pay to the City as liquidated damages 40% of the Display Fee, or $22,158 (Twenty Two Thousand One Hundred Fifty Eight Dollars).

C. If GSF, as a result of operator error, or malfunction or failure of the pyrotechnic equipment or materials, is unable to start the Display for more than 30 minutes after the Scheduled Time, or at any time after the Display has begun and is underway, there is/are a gap( s) or break( s) in the program lasting more than 15 minutes in total, the City, in its sole discretion, may cancel the Display without incurring any liability for payment to GSF and without any obligation to reschedule the Display. In either event, it is expressly agreed that GSF shall pay to the City as liquidated damages 50% of the Display Fee, or $27,697.50 (Twenty Seven Thousand Six Hundred Ninety Seven Dollars and Fifty Cents) with no further payment being owed by either GSF or City.
s. Notice of Rescheduling or Cancellation.

8.1 Notice Prior to Scheduled Date. In the event that the City elects to reschedule or cancel the Display prior to the Scheduled Date, the City shall communicate its decision to August Santore of GSF at [email protected] and/or by phone to (800) 999-0912.

8.2 Notice on Scheduled Date. In the event that the City elects to reschedule or cancel the Display on the Scheduled Date, the City shall communicate its decision to August Santore of GSF at info(@gardenstatefueworks.com and/or by phone to (800) 999-0912.

8.3 In addition, the City shall inform the lead GSF pyrotechnician onsite of its decision as appropriate.

9. City Contract Officer. The City Manager, or his/her designee, shall be solely authorized to make decisions concerning this Agreement and the Display including, but not limited to, requests to reschedule or cancel the Display.

10. Safety. GSF shall comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations and employ safety policies and procedures, programs, protocols and other measures consistent with recognized applicable industry standards and practices. At all times before and during the Display, it shall be within GSF's sole discretion and control to determine whether or not the Display may be safely discharged or continued. It shall not constitute a breach of this Agreement by GSF to determine that the Display cannot be discharged or continued as a result of any conditions or circumstances affecting safety beyond the reasonable control of GSF. Conditions or circumstances resulting from operator error, or malfunction or failure of the pyrotechnic equipment or materials shall not be deemed "beyond the reasonable control of GSF" for purposes of this Paragraph and shall remain subject to the liquidated damages provisions set forth in Paragraph 7.2.

U Security. City shall provide and maintain sufficient security personnel, barricades, and police services before, during and after the Display until the lead GSF pyrotechnician declares the Site clear. The City shall also provide and maintain a shell casing fallout area clear of any buildings, cars and spectators with a minimum 450-foot radius, or as may otherwise be specified by the current edition of National Firework Protection Association 1123: Code for Fireworks Display ("NFPA 1123"), as a Fire Safety Zone ("FSZ") from the time the fireworks are delivered to the Site until the lead GSF pyrotechnician declares the Site clear. The approximate location and scope of the FSZ is depicted in Exhibit "B" attached hereto. It is understood and agreed that GSF will cease the discharge of all fireworks due to any security breach of the FSZ. GSF shall not be responsible for personal injury, vehicle or property damage occurring within the FSZ as a result of the City's failure to maintain the 450-foot radius FSZ clear of any buildings, cars, or spectators.

Furthermore, City shall be responsible for any property damage to the Laguna Hills High School Tennis Court, Baseball Field, Track and/or Football Field solely within the FSZ caused by ordinary fallout from the Display. City acknowledges and agrees that GSF's responsibilities are limited to the Display and that GSF is relying on City to maintain the aforementioned FSZ and to comply with all Federal, State, and local laws, orders, regulations and ordinances pertaining to the implementation of any and all security measures at the FSZ. Any inspections of the FSZ by or on behalf of City made during setup of the Display shall be in accordance with the current edition of NFP A 1123, and under the direct supervision of the lead GSF pyrotechnician. Any such inspection shall not interfere with the safety of the setup, discharge, or disassembly of the Display. The lead GSF pyrotechnician may, at his/her sole discretion, cancel any inspection that in his/her opinion may compromise the safety of the setup, discharge, or disassembly of the Display. 12 Contiguity. GSF shall establish Display "continuity" (i.e., test and confinn the functionality of electrically fired pyrotechnic lines, channels and circuits) by no later than 7:00 p.m. on the Scheduled Date, or no less than two hours prior to the Scheduled Time as such time may be modified by the City.

13. Contract Sobiect to Government Regulation. This Agreement and GSF' s obligations and GSF's performance hereunder are subject to all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, ordinances, regulations and codes, now or hereinafter in effect, and to the conditions and limitations contained in any necessary permits, as set forth in Paragraph 14 ("Display Permits").

In the event any Federal, State, or local law, rule, regulation or ordinance shall be enacted which in any way prohibits, limits or restricts the sale, performance or operation of the exhibition of the Display or in the event the Display Permits in any way limit or restrict the sale, performance or operation of said exhibition, GSF shall limit or restrict its performance of the Display so as to comply with such law, rule, regulation or ordinance or limitation or restriction of Display Permits.

The City acknowledges that any such limit or restriction placed on the performance or operation of the Display shall in no way result in or entitle City to a reduction or abatement in the full contract price.

14. Permits. GSF agrees to apply for permits for the firing of pyrotechnics from the Orange County Fire Authority, and if required, the FAA. The City shall be responsible for any fees associated with these permits, including standby fees. The City shall be responsible for obtaining any other necessary permits, paying associated fees, and making other appropriate arrangements

for police services, other fire departments, road closures, event/activity or land use permits or any permission or permit required by any local, regional, state or federal government.

15. Cleanup. GSF shall be responsible for the removal of all Display equipment and any live pyrotechnics from the Site. The City shall be responsible for cleaning the Site and FSZ.

16. Insurance and Indemnification.

16.1 Insurance. GSF shall procure and maintain, at its sole cost and expense, and submit concurrently with its execution of this Agreement, in a form and content satisfactory to City, public liability and property damage insurance against any and all claims for injuries against persons or damages to property resulting from GSF' s performance under this Agreement. GSF shall also carry workers' compensation insurance in accordance with California workers' compensation laws.

Such insurance shall be kept in full force and effect during the term of this Agreement, including any extension thereof, and shall not be cancelable without thirty (30) days written notice to City of any proposed cancellation. Certificates of insurance evidencing the foregoing and designating the City and the Saddleback Valley Unified School District, their elected and appointed officials and officers, employees, agents, and volunteers if volunteers' names are provided fourteen days prior to the event date. as additional insureds by original endorsement shall be delivered to and approved by City prior to commencement of services. The procuring of such insurance and the delivery of policies, certificates, and endorsements evidencing the same shall not be construed as a limitation of GSF's obligation to indemnify City and the Saddleback Valley Unified School District, their elected and appointed officials and officers, agents, employees, and volunteers if volunteers' names are provided fourteen days prior to the event date.

16.11 Minimum Scope of Insurance. The minimum amount of insurance required hereunder shall be as follows:

A Comprehensive general liability and personal injury with limits as shown in the Certificate of insurance attached hereto as Exhibit "C." The commercial general liability policy shall name the City of Laguna Hills and the Saddleback Valley Unified School District as additional insureds;
R Automobile liability insurance with of at least one million dollars ($1,000,000.00) per occurrence;
C Workers' compensation insurance in the statutory amount as required by the State of California, and Employer's Liability Insurance with limits of at least one million dollars ($1,000,000.00) per accident for bodily injury or disease.

For any claims related to this Agreement arising out of the operations of GSF, GSF's insurance coverage shall be primary insurance as respects City and the Saddleback Valley Unified School District, and their respective elected and appointed officials and officers, employees, agents, and volunteers if volunteers' names are provided fourteen days prior to the event date. Any insurance or self-insurance maintained by City or the Saddle back Valley Unified School District and their respective elected officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers if the volunteers' names are provided fourteen days prior to the event date shall be in excess of GSF' s insurance and shall not contribute with it. For workers' compensation and employer's liability insurance only,

the insurer shall waive all rights of subrogation and contribution it may have against City, its elected and appointed officials and officers, employees, agents, and volunteers if the volunteers' names are provided fourteen days prior to the event date.

16.U Sufficiency of Insurers. Insurance required herein shall be issued by a licensed company authorized to transact business in the state by the Department of Insurance for the State of California with a current rating of A-:VII or better (if an admitted carrier), or a current rating of A:X or better (if offered by a non-admitted insurer listed on the State of California List of Eligible Surplus Lines Insurers (LESLI), by the latest edition of A.M. Best's Key Rating Guide, except that the City will accept workers' compensation insurance from the State Compensation Fund.

16.1.3 Verification of Coverage. GSF shall furnish City with both certificates of insurance and original endorsements, including additional insured endorsements, effecting all of the coverages required by this Agreement. The certificates and endorsements are to be signed by a person authorized by that insurer to bind coverage on its behalf. All proof of insurance is to be received and approved by the City by no later than May 31. 2026. City reserves the right to require GSF' s insurers to provide complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies at any time.

Additional insured endorsements are not required for workers' compensation policies.

16.lA Deductibles and Self-Insured Retentions. Any deductibles or self-insured retentions must be declared to and approved by the City. At the option of the City, either the insurer shall reduce or eliminate such deductibles or self-insured retentions as respects the City and the Saddleback Valley Unified School District, their elected officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers if the volunteers' names are provided fourteen days prior to the event date; or, GSF shall procure a bond guaranteeing payment of losses and related investigations, claim administration, and defense expenses.

16.15 Separation of Insureds; No Special Limitations. All insurance required by this Section shall contain standard separation of insureds provisions. In addition, such insurance shall not contain any special limitations on the scope of protection afforded to the City and the Saddleback Valley Unified School District, their directors, officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers if the volunteers' names are provided fourteen days prior to the event date.

16.2 Indemnification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, GSF shall defend (at GSF's sole cost and expense with legal counsel reasonably acceptable to the City), indemnify, protect, and hold harmless City and the Saddleback Valley Unified School District, their elected and appointed officials, officers, directors, employees, agents, and volunteers if the volunteers' names are provided fourteen days prior to the event date, ( collectively the "Indemnified Parties"), from and against any and all liabilities, actions, suits, claims, demands, losses, costs, judgments, arbitration awards, settlements, damages, demands, orders, penalties, and expenses including legal costs and attorney fees ( collectively "Claims"), including but not limited to Claims arising from injuries to or death of persons (GSF's employees included), for damage to property, including property owned by City and the Saddleback Valley Unified School District, or from any violation of any federal, state, or local law or ordinance, which Claims arise out of, pertain to, or are related to GSF' s performance under this Agreement. Under no circumstances shall the insurance requirements and limits set forth in this Agreement be construed to limit GSF's indemnification obligation or other liability hereunder.

17. Attorney Fees. In the event any dispute between the parties with respect to this Agreement

results in litigation or any non-judicial proceeding, the prevailing party shall be entitled, in addition to such other relief as may be granted, to recover from the non-prevailing party all reasonable costs and expenses, including but not limited to reasonable attorney fees, expert consultant fees, court costs and all fees, costs, and expenses incurred in any appeal or in collection of any judgment entered in such proceeding.

18. Substitutions. GSF shall have the right, at its discretion, to substitute any fireworks it deems necessary provided same does not detract from the aesthetic value or quality of the Display. This includes, but is not limited to, shell sizes, quantities, types and brand names. Any substitutions shall in no way result in or entitle City to a reduction or abatement of the full contract price.

19. California Law. This Agreement shall be construed and interpreted both as to validity and to performance of the parties in accordance with the laws of the State of California. Legal actions concerning any dispute, claim, or matter arising out of or in relation to this Agreement shall be instituted in the Superior Court of the County of Orange, State of California, or any other appropriate court in such county, and GSF covenants and agrees to submit to the personal jurisdiction of such court in the event of such action. 2n Entire Agreemept. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior negotiations, arrangements, agreements, representations, and understandings, if any, made by or among the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof, and may not be changed, modified, renewed or extended except by a written agreement, signed by both parties.
21 Seyerability. In the event that any one or more of the phrases, sentences, clauses, paragraphs, or sections contained in this Agreement shall be declared invalid or unenforceable by valid judgment or decree of a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unenforceability shall not affect any of the remaining phrases, sentences, clauses, paragraphs, or sections of this Agreement, which shall be interpreted to carry out the intent of the parties hereunder

22. Amendment. This Agreement may be amended at any time by the mutual consent of the parties by an instrument in writing.

13. Prohibition Against Subcontracting or Assignments. The experience, knowledge, capability, expertise, and reputation of GSF, its principals and employees, were a substantial inducement for City to enter into this Agreement. Therefore, GSF shall not assign the performance of this Agreement, nor any part thereof, nor any monies due hereunder, voluntarily or by operation of law, without the prior written consent of City. GSF shall not contract with any other entity to perform the Display service and work required without prior written consent of City. If GSF is permitted to subcontract any part of this Agreement by City, GSF shall be responsible to City for the acts and omissions of its subcontractor(s) in the same manner as it is for persons directly employed. Nothing contained in this Agreement shall create any contractual relationships between any approved GSF subcontractor and City.

24. Independent Contractor.

A The legal relationship between the parties is that of an independent contractor, and nothing herein shall be deemed to make GSF a City employee. During the

performance of this Agreement, GSF and its officers, employees, and agents shall act in an independent capacity and shall not act as City officers or employees. The personnel performing the Display services under this Agreement on behalf of GSF shall at all times be under GSF' s exclusive direction and control. Neither City nor any of its officers, employees, or agents shall have control over the conduct of GSF or any of its officers, employees, or agents, except as set forth in this Agreement. GSF, its officers, employees, or agents shall not maintain an office or any other type of fixed business location at City's offices. City shall have no voice in the selection, discharge, supervision, or control of GSF' s employees, servants, representatives, or agents, or in fixing their number, compensation, or hours of service. GSF shall pay all wages, salaries, and other amounts due its employees in connection with this Agreement and shall be responsible for all reports and obligations respecting them, including but not limited to social security income tax withholding, unemployment compensation, workers' compensation, and other similar matters. City shall not in any way or for any purpose be deemed to be a partner of GSF in its business or otherwise a joint venturer or a member of any joint enterprise with GSF.

B. GSF shall not incur or have the power to incur any debt, obligation, or liability against City, or bind City in any manner.

C. No City benefits shall be available to GSF, its officers, employees, oragents in connection with any performance under this Agreement. Except for professional fees paid to GSF as provided for in this Agreement, City shall not pay salaries, wages, or other compensation to GSF for the performance of the Display services and work under this Agreement. City shall not be liable for compensation or indemnification to GSF, its officers, employees, or agents, for injury or sickness arising out of performing the Display services and work hereunder. If for any reason any court or governmental agency determines that the City has financial obligations, other than pursuant to Section 4 herein of any nature relating to salary, taxes, or benefits of GSF's officers, employees, servants, representatives, subcontractors, or agents, GSF shall indemnify City for all such financial obligations.

25. Interpretation. This Agreement shall be construed as a whole according to its fair language and common meaning to achieve the objectives and purposes of the parties. The terms of this Agreement are contractual and the result of negotiation between the parties. Accordingly, any rule of construction of contracts (including, without limitation, California Civil Code Section 1654) that ambiguities are to be construed against the drafting party, shall not be employed in the interpretation of this Agreement. The caption headings of the various sections and paragraphs of this Agreement are for convenience and identification purposes only and shall not be deemed to limit, expand, or define the contents of the respective sections or paragraphs.

26. Waiver. No waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall be effective unless in writing and signed by a duly authorized representative of the party against whom enforcement of a waiver is sought. Any waiver by the parties of any default or breach of any covenant, condition, or term contained in this Agreement, shall not be construed to be a waiver of any subsequent or other default or breach, nor shall failure by the parties to require exact, full, and complete compliance with any of the covenants, conditions, or terms contained in this Agreement be construed as changing the terms of this Agreement in any manner or preventing the parties from enforcing the full provisions hereof.

ZT. Rights apd Remedies Cumulative. Except with respect to rights and remedies expressly declared to be exclusive in this Agreement, the rights and remedies of the parties are cumulative and the exercise by either party of one or more of such rights or remedies shall not preclude the exercise by it, at the same or different times, of any other rights or remedies for the same default or any other default by the other party.

28. Legal Action. In addition to any other rights or remedies, either party may take legal action, in law or in equity, to cure, correct or remedy any default, to recover damages for any default, to compel specific performance of this Agreement, to obtain declaratory or injunctive relief, or to obtain any other remedy consistent with the purposes of this Agreement.

29. Third Party Beneficiary. Except as may be expressly provided for herein, nothing contained in this Agreement is intended to confer, nor shall this Agreement be construed as conferring, any rights, including, without limitation, any rights as a third-party beneficiary or otherwise, upon any entity or person not a party hereto. 3l. Notice. Except as set forth in Paragraph 8, any notice, request, demand, direction, orother communication required or permitted hereunder shall be in writing, and shall be personally delivered, sent by registered or certified mail, postage prepaid, return-receipt-requested, or delivered or sent by facsimile with attached evidence of completed transmission, and shall be deemed received upon the earlier of (i) the date of delivery to the address of the person to receive such notice if delivered personally or by messenger or overnight courier; (ii) five (5) business days after the date of posting by the United States Post Office if by mail; or (iii) when sent if given by facsimile. Any notice or other communication sent by facsimile must be confirmed within fortyeight ( 48) hours by letter mailed or delivered. Other forms of electronic transmission such as emails, text messages, instant messages are not acceptable manners of notice required hereunder.

Notices or other communications shall be addressed as follows:

To City:

City of Laguna Hills
Attention: City Manager
24035 El Toro Road
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Telephone: (949) 707-2600
facsimile: (949) 707-2614
To Garden State Fireworks, Inc.:

Garden State Fireworks
Attention: August Santore, CEO
3 83 Carlton Road
Millington, NJ 07946
Telephone: (800) 999-0912
facsimile: (908) 647-6258
31 Binding Effect. This Agreement shall not be binding on either party until executed by both City and GSF.

32. Corporate Authority. Each of the undersigned represents and warrants that (i) the party for which he/she is executing this Agreement is duly authorized and existing, (ii) he/she is duly authorized to execute and deliver this Agreement on behalf of the party for which he/she is signing,

(iii) by so executing this Agreement, the party for which he/she is signing is formally bound to the provisions of this Agreement, and (iv) the entering into this Agreement does not violate any provision of any other Agreement to which the party for which he/she is signing is bound.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the dates stated below.

Date:
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:

By: __________ _
Gregory E. Simonian,
City Attorney
Date: 1/14/26
"CITY"
City of Laguna Hills
By:_
Bob Wingenroth,
City Manager
ATTEST
By: - ---------- - Jennifer Lee,
City Clerk
"GSF"
Garden State Fireworks, Inc.

By: C::lf4t.Z6. /ao ihL
Augus antore, CEO •

Exhibit A
Scope of Work
for
City of Laguna Hills
2026 Fourth of July Celebration

EXHIBIT A

SCOPE OF WORK
Garden State Fireworks Inc. will produce a fireworks display for the City of Laguna Hills on July 4, 2026 in accordance with the terms of the contract and this scope of work. • Garden State Fireworks will provide an experienced production team with a lead operator who possesses the required California pyrotechnics license. • Garden State Fireworks will provide all necessary equipment and fireworks for the display. • Garden State Fireworks will provide required insurance, naming the City as additional insureds.
• Production of an 18 to 20-minute computer fired musically choreographed fireworks display utilizing state of the art computer firing systems. • Production of a soundtrack with a mix of popular and patriotic music. (The city must provide a means for playing the soundtrack. Garden State will email a sound file for the city's sound provider to play.)
• The City must ensure the 450' fallout zone is secured during the firing of the display and during the cooldown phase following the display.
• Requested Production Schedule:

July 2nd : Equipment set up (No Live Fireworks on Site) July 3rd : Load Live Fireworks July 3, 2026 (City to Secure Fireworks Overnight) July 4th = Finalize Display Preparation and Fire display on July 4th .

Post Display: Following 15 minute cooldown begin equipment clean up and launch site area.

July 5: Inspect area and finalize any load out.
• Production will include a minimum of:
600 - 3" Aerial Display Shells
260 - 4" Aerial Display Shells
1,500 - 1" to 2" effects/shots from Multi-shot Cake Devices ranging from 25 to 665 shots per device.

Effects will include a wide range of our library of effects selected to best interpret the final soundtrack.

ExhibitB
Approximate Fire Safety Zone
for
City of Laguna Hills
2026 Fourth of July Celebration

Laguna Hills, CA Fireworks Display Site Plan
25401 Paseo de Valencia, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Display Launch Site Latitude/Longitude: 33°35'27.6"N 117°42'15.S"W D = Launch Location
D = Audience Location
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= 1" -2" Multi-shot Devices (200' Fallout Zone)
Maximum size display shell - 4" aerial display shells. Minimum fallout radius for 4" display shells is 400'. . ~
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Exhibit C
Certificate of Insurance
for
City of Laguna Hills
2026 Fourth of July Celebration

Item No. 4.7
City of Laguna Hills
City Council / Planning Agency
Staff Report
Date: January 27, 2026
To: Mayor and Council Members
From: Joe Ames, Assistant City Manager
Issue: Award of Professional Services Agreement to Advantec Consulting Engineers, Inc. for Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program for Avenida de la Carlota Corridor Project, CIP 168-N
Recommendation: That the City Council: 1. Award a Professional Services Agreement to Advantec Consulting Engineers, Inc. for Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program for Avenida de la Carlota Corridor Project in the amount of $146,500.00, and

2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement.

Background:

The City of Laguna Hills was awarded funding through the Orange County Transportation Authority’s (OCTA) FY2025/2026 Project P – Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program. The grant-funded project proposed to upgrade and synchronize 8 signalized intersections along Avenida de la Carlota from Lake Forest Drive to Los Alisos Boulevard. These improvements will include construction to provide new and updated traffic signal-related equipment including new traffic signal controllers, CCTV and fiber optic communication network to the Traffic Management Center.

The Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program – Avenida de la Carlota Corridor Project (CIP No. 168-N) is included in the City’s FY2025-2026 Capital Improvement Program as a regional initiative focused on traffic signal coordination and corridor efficiency.

The first step in implementing this project is to award an agreement for project design services. To initiate project development, City staff issued a Request for Proposals (RFP)

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on September 9, 2025 for project design services. Five firms submitted proposals by the October 30, 2025 deadline. The corresponding fee schedules were submitted in separate sealed envelopes. A list of firms that submitted proposals in response to each of the RFPs is as follows:

ADVANTEC Consulting Engineers Inc.

AGA Engineers, Inc.

Iteris, Inc.

Kimley-Horn & Associates, Inc.

Minagar & Associates, Inc.

Pursuant to Laguna Hills Municipal Code (LHMC) Section 3-08.150 (Professional Services Contracts), the City must select consultants based on demonstrated competence and professional qualifications rather than cost alone.

Section 3-08.150 reads in relevant part as follows:"…[S]election by the city for professional services in areas including but not limited to private architectural, landscape architectural, engineering, environmental, land surveying, construction project management, management and administration, financial, accounting, auditing, actuarial, economics, and/or development and planning, which involve the exercise of discretion and independent judgment together with an advanced or specialized knowledge, expertise, training, or unique skills gained by formal studies or experience, shall be on the basis of demonstrated competence and on the professional qualifications necessary for the satisfactory performance of the services required, and shall not be awarded solely on the basis of cost. In order to implement this method of selection, the City Manager shall promulgate administrative regulations concerning contracting for professional services to ensure that such services are engaged on the basis of demonstrated competence and qualifications for the types of services to be performed and at fair and reasonable prices to the city. In accordance with state law, the city shall consider price after the city is satisfied that the would-be person, company, corporation, contractor, consultant, or firm has demonstrated the competence and professional qualifications necessary for the satisfactory performance of the services required.” (Emphasis added.)
In accordance with this requirement, City’s project team evaluated all proposals using a qualifications-based selection process consistent with the City’s procurement procedures. As part of this process, the City also conducted interviews with the two highest-ranked firms to further assess their capabilities and experience.

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The RFP evaluation process applied the following selection criteria:

1. Experience of the firm, particularly of staff assigned to provide the requested services

2. Demonstrated understanding of the service needs outlined in this RFP

3. Successful delivery of similar services

4. Location of firm and availability of staff assigned to City

5. Quality of references

6. Content, quality, completeness and form of submitted proposal

7. Interviews

8. Proposed cost of services (considered after selection of best qualified firms) Based on this evaluation, Advantec Consulting Engineers, Inc. was identified as the most qualified consultant to provide the design engineering, traffic systems integration, and technical support services necessary to complete both the Primary Implementation (PI) and Operations and Maintenance (O&M) phases of the project.

City staff recommend City Council award a Professional Services Agreement to Advantec Consulting Engineers, Inc. in the amount of $146,500 for engineering design, traffic signal timing services, and technical support related to the Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program – Avenida de la Carlota Corridor Project.

This project is a traditional design-bid-build project. Therefore, the infrastructure design plans are expected to be complete by the middle of 2026 to allow for the start of construction in late 2026. Implementation of the new traffic signal improvements and timing will follow to close out the Project Implementation Phase by April 2027. The two-year O&M phase will commence with the completion of the first phase.

Fiscal Impact:

The grant budget allocated for professional engineering support services for Project Implementation (PI) the design, traffic system integration, and 2-year Operation Maintenance (OM) phases of this project is $151,126.00. The proposed Professional Services Agreement with Advantec Consulting Engineers, Inc. in the amount of $146,500.00 is within this approved budget.

Total estimated project cost is $749,995.02 and includes the planned traffic signal infrastructure improvements which will be bid out once the design plans are complete.

OCTA’s Project P grand will fund up to 80% of the total estimated project cost, or $599,996.02. The remaining 20% of $149,999.00 will be paid by the City.

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The City of Laguna Hills cash contribution has been budgeted for in the FY2025-2026 Biennial Capital Improvement Program with funding coming from Coastal Area Road Improvements and Traffic Signals (CARITS) funds on deposit with the City, paid by project developers over time, and which are required to be spent on roadway improvements and traffic signal improvements.

Attachments:

1. Proposed Professional Services Agreement

2. Project Map Limits

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
Advantec Consulting Engineers, Inc.

Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program for
Avenida De La Carlota Corridor Project
THIS PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT (hereinafter “Agreement”) is made and entered into, to be effective the 27th day of January 2026, by and between the CITY OF LAGUNA HILLS, a municipal corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of California, (hereinafter referred to as “City”) and ADVANTEC CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC., a California corporation (hereinafter referred to as “Consultant”). City and Consultant are sometimes hereinafter individually referred to as “Party” and are hereinafter collectively referred to as the “Parties.”

RECITALS
A. City has determined that there is a need to retain the professional services of a qualified multidiscipline civil engineering firm specializing in municipal traffic and transportation engineering, with specialized expertise with multijurisdictional traffic signal coordination and the Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (RTSSP), to provide the City with traffic engineering consulting services to develop and optimize signal synchronization timing of the traffic signals along the Avenida De La Carlota Corridor Project (the “Project”).

B. In response to City’s Request for Proposals (RFP), Consultant has submitted to City a proposal, dated October 30, 2025, to provide the City with professional civil engineering and traffic engineering consulting services for the Project pursuant to the terms of this Agreement.

C. Consultant represents and maintains that it is uniquely qualified by virtue of its experience, training, education, reputation, and technical expertise to provide the professional civil engineering and traffic engineering consulting services to City for the Project and has agreed to provide such consulting services as provided herein. City does not have the personnel, training, certification, specialized equipment, or technical expertise necessary to perform the work and services contracted for herein.

D. City desires to retain Consultant to provide such professional consulting services for the Project.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the promises and mutual obligations, covenants, and conditions contained herein, and other valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows:

AGREEMENT

1. SERVICES OF CONSULTANT

1.1 Scope of Services and Standard of Performance. In compliance with all terms and conditions of this Agreement, Consultant agrees to provide and perform professional civil engineering and traffic engineering consulting services for the Project as set forth in the

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Consultant’s Proposal/Scope of Work, dated October 30, 2025, and as set forth in City’s Request for Proposal/Project Specifications, which are both attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and Exhibit “B” respectively and are incorporated herein by reference (hereinafter referred to as the “Scope of Services,” the “Services” or “Work”). As a material inducement to the City entering into this Agreement, Consultant acknowledges and understands that the Services and Work contracted for under this Agreement require specialized skills and abilities and that, consistent with this understanding, Consultant’s Services and Work shall be performed in a skillful and competent manner and shall be held to a standard of quality and workmanship prevalent in the industry for such Services and Work and with the standards recognized as being employed by professionals in the same discipline in the State of California. Consultant represents and warrants that it is skilled in the professional discipline necessary to perform the Services and Work and that it holds the necessary skills and abilities to satisfy the standard of work as set forth in this Agreement. Consultant represents and warrants that it and all of its employees, subconsultants and subcontractors providing any Work or Services under this Agreement shall have sufficient skill and experience to perform the Services and Work assigned to them. All Services and Work shall be completed to the reasonable satisfaction of the City.

1.2 Contract Documents. The Agreement between the Parties shall consist of the following: (1) this Agreement; (2) the Consultant’s signed, original Proposal/Scope of Work dated October 30, 2025 submitted to City (“Consultant’s Proposal”), and (3) City’s Request for Proposals/Project Specifications, which shall all three be referred to collectively hereinafter as the “Contract Documents.” The Consultant’s Proposal is attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and the City’s Request for Proposals/Project Specifications is attached hereto as Exhibit “B” and are both hereby incorporated by reference and made a part of this Agreement. All provisions of the Contract Documents shall be binding on the Parties. Should any conflict or inconsistency exist in the Contract Documents, the conflict or inconsistency shall be resolved by applying the provisions in the highest priority document, which shall be determined in the following order of priority: (1st) the terms and conditions of this Agreement; (2nd) terms, conditions, provisions and project requirements set forth in the City’s Request for Proposals/Project Specifications (Exhibit “B”); and (3rd) the provisions of the Consultant’s Proposal (Exhibit “A”).

1.3 Compliance with Law. Consultant shall comply at all times during the term of this Agreement with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, statutes, and ordinances and all lawful orders, rules, and regulations promulgated thereunder, including without limitation all applicable fair labor standards and Cal/OSHA requirements. Consultant shall keep itself fully informed of and in compliance with all local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations in any manner affecting the performance of the Work and Services, including all Cal/OSHA requirements, and shall give all notices required by law. Consultant shall be liable for all violations of such laws and regulations in connection with performing the Work and Services. If Consultant performs any Work or Services in violation of such laws, rules, and regulations, Consultant shall be solely responsible for all penalties and costs arising therefrom. Consultant shall defend, indemnify, and hold City, its elected and appointed officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers, free and harmless from any claim or liability arising out of any failure or alleged failure to comply with such laws, rules, or regulations.

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1.4 Licenses, Permits, Fees, and Assessments. Prior to performing any Services or Work hereunder Consultant shall obtain all licenses, permits, qualifications, and approvals of whatever nature that are legally required to practice its profession and perform the Work and Services required by this Agreement. Consultant represents and warrants to City that Consultant shall, at its sole cost and expense, keep in effect at all times during the term of this Agreement and any extension, any license, permit, qualification, or approval that is legally required for Consultant to perform the Work and Services under this Agreement. Consultant shall have the sole obligation to pay for any fees, assessments, and taxes, plus applicable penalties and interest, which may be imposed by law and arise from or are necessary for the Consultant's performance of the Work and Services required by this Agreement, and shall defend, indemnify, and hold the City, its elected and appointed officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers, free and harmless from and against any claim or liability arising out of any failure or alleged failure to obtain such license, permits, and approvals of whatever nature that are legally required to perform the Work or Services.

1.5 Familiarity with Work. By executing this Agreement, Consultant represents and warrants that it (a) has thoroughly investigated and considered the Scope of Work or Services to be performed, (b) has carefully considered how the Services should be performed and has carefully examined the location or locations at or with respect to where such Services or Work is to be performed, and (c) fully understands the facilities, difficulties, and restrictions attending performance of the Services under this Agreement. If the Services involve work upon any site, Consultant represents and maintains that Consultant has or will investigate the site and is or will be fully acquainted with the conditions there existing, prior to commencement of any Services hereunder. Should the Consultant discover any latent or unknown conditions that will materially affect the performance of the Services hereunder, Consultant shall immediately inform the City of such fact and shall not proceed except at Consultant's risk until written instructions are received from the City.

1.6 Care of Work. Consultant shall adopt reasonable methods during the term of the Agreement to furnish continuous protection to the Work and the equipment, materials, papers, documents, plans, studies, and/or other components thereof to prevent losses or damages, and shall be responsible for all such damages, to persons or property, until acceptance of the Work by the City, except such losses or damages as may be caused by City's own negligence.

1.7 Further Responsibilities of Parties. Both Parties agree to use reasonable care and diligence to perform their respective obligations under this Agreement. Both Parties agree to act in good faith to execute all instruments, prepare all documents, and take all actions as may be reasonably necessary to carry out the purposes of this Agreement.

1.8 Additional Services. City shall have the right at any time during the performance of the Services, without invalidating this Agreement, to order extra work beyond that specified in the Consultant's Proposal/Scope of Services (Exhibit “A”) or make changes by altering, adding to, or deducting from such Work. No such extra work may be undertaken unless a written order is first given by the City to the Consultant, incorporating therein any adjustment in (i) the Maximum Contract Amount, as defined below, and/or (ii) the time to perform this Agreement, which adjustments are subject to the written approval of the Consultant. It is expressly

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understood by Consultant that the provisions of this section shall not apply to the Work and Services specifically set forth in the Scope of Services or reasonably contemplated therein, regardless of whether the time or materials required to complete any Work or Service identified in the Scope of Services exceeds any time or material amounts or estimates provided therein.

1.9 Non-Exclusive Agreement. Consultant acknowledges that City may enter into agreements with other contractors, consultants, or vendors for services similar to the services that are the subject of this Agreement. Consultant further acknowledges that City may have its own employees perform services similar to the services that are the subject of this Agreement.

2. COMPENSATION

2.1 Maximum Contract Amount. For the Services and Work rendered pursuant to this Agreement, Consultant shall be compensated by City for the services performed, including authorized reimbursements, in accordance with the professional rates and charges set forth in the Schedule of Compensation/Fees, which is attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and is incorporated herein by reference, but not exceeding the total maximum contract amount of One Hundred Sixty Thousand Dollars ($160,000.00) (hereinafter referred to as the "Maximum Contract Amount").

The method of compensation shall be as set forth in Exhibit “A”. The Maximum Contract Amount shall include the attendance of Consultant at all Project meetings deemed reasonably necessary by the City. Consultant shall not be entitled to any increase in the Maximum Contract Amount for attending these meetings. Compensation for necessary expenditures for reproduction costs, telephone expenses, and transportation expenses must be approved in advance by the Contract Officer designated pursuant to Section 4.2 and will only be approved if such expenses are also specified in the Schedule of Compensation/Fees. The maximum amount of City’s payment obligation under this Agreement is the amount specified in this section.

2.2. Method of Payment. Unless some other method of payment is specified in the Schedule of Compensation/Fees (Exhibit “A”), in any month in which Consultant wishes to receive payment, no later than the tenth (10th) working day of such month, Consultant shall submit to the City, in a form approved by the City’s Finance Director, an invoice for services rendered prior to the date of the invoice. Such requests shall be based upon the amount and value of the services performed by Consultant and accompanied by such reporting data including an itemized breakdown of all costs incurred and tasks performed during the period covered by the invoice, as may be required by the City. City shall use reasonable efforts to make payments to Consultant within forty-five (45) days after receipt of the invoice or a soon thereafter as is reasonably practical.

2.3 Intentionally omitted.

2.4 Changes in Scope. In the event any change or changes in the Scope of Services is requested by the City, the Parties shall execute a written amendment to this Agreement, setting forth with particularity all terms of such amendment, including, but not limited to, any additional professional fees. An amendment may be entered into: (a) to provide for revisions or modifications to documents or other work product or work when documents or other work product or work is required by the enactment or revision of law subsequent to the preparation of

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any documents, other work product, or work; and/or (b) to provide for additional services not included in this Agreement or not customarily furnished in accordance with generally accepted practice in Consultant’s profession.

2.5 Appropriations. This Agreement is subject to and contingent upon funds being appropriated therefore by the Laguna Hills City Council for each fiscal year covered by the term of this Agreement. If such appropriations are not made, this Agreement shall automatically terminate without penalty to the City.

3. SCHEDULE OF PERFORMANCE

3.1 Time of Essence. Time is of the essence in the performance of this Agreement.

The time for completion of the services to be performed by Consultant is an essential condition of this Agreement. Consultant shall prosecute regularly and diligently the Work of this Agreement according to the agreed upon Schedule of Performance.

3.2 Schedule of Performance. Consultant shall commence the Services pursuant to this Agreement upon receipt of a written notice to proceed, or on each task order, if applicable, and shall perform all Services within the time period(s) established in the Schedule of Performance, which is attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and is incorporated herein by reference.

When requested by Consultant, extensions to the time period(s) specified in the Schedule of Performance may be approved in writing by the Contract Officer; however, the City shall not be obligated to grant such an extension.

3.3 Force Majeure. The time period(s) specified in the Schedule of Performance for performance of the Services rendered pursuant to this Agreement shall be extended because of any delays due to unforeseeable causes beyond the control and without the fault or negligence of the Consultant (financial inability excepted), including, but not limited to, acts of God or of the public enemy, unusually severe weather, fires, earthquakes, floods, epidemics, pandemics, quarantine restrictions, riots, strikes, freight embargoes, wars, and/or acts of any governmental agency, including the City, if Consultant, within ten (10) days of the commencement of such delay, notifies the City Manager in writing of the causes of the delay. The City Manager shall ascertain the facts and the extent of delay, and extend the time for performing the Services for the period of the enforced delay when and if in the judgment of the City Manager such delay is justified. The City Manager's determination shall be final and conclusive upon the Parties to this Agreement. In no event shall Consultant be entitled to recover damages against the City for any delay in the performance of this Agreement, however caused, Consultant's sole remedy being extension of the Agreement pursuant to this section.

3.4 Term. Unless earlier terminated as provided elsewhere in this Agreement, this Agreement shall commence upon the effective date of this Agreement and shall continue in full force and effect for a period of three (3) years, commencing on January 28, 2026, and ending on January 27, 2029, unless extended by mutual written agreement of the Parties.

3.5 Task Orders. Consultant hereby agrees and acknowledges that any and all Services or Work performed pursuant to this Agreement shall be based upon the prior issuance of a written project task order by the City. Furthermore, Consultant hereby agrees and

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acknowledges that execution of this Agreement by the City does not in any way guarantee that a task order will be issued to Consultant. Moreover, execution of this Agreement by the City shall not entitle Consultant to any form of payment or compensation from the City without City first having issued a project task order.

3.6 Notice to Proceed. Consultant understands and hereby agrees and acknowledges that the start date of the Preliminary Investigation (PI) Phase and Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Phase of the Project shall be solely based on the date of the Notice to Proceed issued in advance by the City. The City will issue a separate Notice to Proceed for each phase of Work.

4. COORDINATION OF WORK

4.1 Representative of Consultant. The following principal of Consultant is hereby designated as being the principal and representative of Consultant authorized to act in its behalf with respect to the Services to be performed under this Agreement and to make all decisions in connection therewith: Carlos A. Ortiz, Chief Executive Officer/Principal. It is expressly understood that the experience, knowledge, education, capability, expertise, and reputation of the foregoing principal is a substantial inducement for City to enter into this Agreement. Therefore, the foregoing principal shall be responsible during the term of this Agreement for directing all activities of Consultant and devoting sufficient time to personally supervise the Work or Services performed hereunder. The foregoing principal may not be changed by Consultant without prior written approval of the Contract Officer.

4.2 Contract Officer. The Contract Officer shall be such person as may be designated by the City Manager of City, and is subject to change by the City Manager. It shall be the Consultant's responsibility to ensure that the Contract Officer is kept fully informed of the progress of the performance of the Services, and the Consultant shall refer any decisions which must be made by City to the Contract Officer. Unless otherwise specified herein, any approval of City required hereunder shall mean the approval of the Contract Officer. The Contract Officer shall have authority to sign all documents on behalf of the City required hereunder to carry out the terms of this Agreement.

4.3 Prohibition Against Subcontracting or Assignments. The experience, knowledge, capability, expertise, and reputation of Consultant, its principals and employees, were a substantial inducement for City to enter into this Agreement. Therefore, Consultant shall not assign the performance of this Agreement, nor any part thereof, nor any monies due hereunder, voluntarily or by operation of law, without the prior written consent of City.

Consultant shall not contract with any other entity to perform the Services required without prior written consent of City. If Consultant is permitted to subcontract any part of this Agreement by City, Consultant shall be responsible to City for the acts and omissions of its subcontractor(s) in the same manner as it is for persons directly employed. Nothing contained in this Agreement shall create any contractual relationships between any subcontractor and City. All persons engaged in the Work will be considered employees of Consultant. City will deal directly with and will make all payments to Consultant. In addition, neither this Agreement nor any interest herein may be transferred, assigned, conveyed, hypothecated, or encumbered voluntarily or by operation of law, whether for the benefit of creditors or otherwise, without the prior written

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consent of City. Transfers restricted hereunder shall include the transfer to any person or group of persons acting in concert of more than twenty five percent (25%) of the present ownership and/or control of Consultant, taking all transfers into account on a cumulative basis. In the event of any such unapproved transfer, including any bankruptcy proceeding, this Agreement shall be void. No approved transfer shall release Consultant or any surety of Consultant from any liability hereunder without the express written consent of City.

4.4 Independent Contractor.

A. The legal relationship between the Parties is that of an independent contractor, and nothing herein shall be deemed to make Consultant a City employee. During the performance of this Agreement, Consultant and its officers, employees, and agents shall act in an independent capacity and shall not act as City officers or employees. Consultant will determine the means, methods and details of performing the Services subject to the requirements of this Agreement. The personnel performing the Services under this Agreement on behalf of Consultant shall at all times be under Consultant’s exclusive direction and control. Neither City nor any of its officials, officers, employees, agents or volunteers shall have control over the conduct of Consultant or any of its officers, employees, or agents, except as set forth in this Agreement. Consultant, its officers, employees or agents, shall not maintain a permanent office or fixed business location at City’s offices. City shall have no voice in the selection, discharge, supervision, or control of Consultant’s officers, employees, representatives or agents or in fixing their number, compensation, or hours of service. Consultant shall pay all wages, salaries, and other amounts due its employees in connection with the performance of Services under this Agreement as required by law and shall be responsible for all reports and obligations respecting them, including but not limited to social security income tax withholding, unemployment compensation, workers’ compensation, and other similar matters. City shall not in any way or for any purpose be deemed to be a partner of Consultant in its business or otherwise a joint venturer or a member of any joint enterprise with Consultant.

B. Consultant shall not incur or have the power to incur any debt, obligation, or liability against City, or bind City in any manner.

C. No City benefits shall be available to Consultant, its officers, employees, or agents, in connection with the performance of any Work or Services under this Agreement.

Except for professional fees paid to Consultant as provided for in this Agreement, City shall not pay salaries, wages, or other compensation to Consultant for the performance of any Work or Services under this Agreement. City shall not be liable for compensation or indemnification to Consultant, its officers, employees, or agents, for injury or sickness arising out of performing any Work or Services hereunder. If for any reason any court or governmental agency determines that the City has financial obligations, other than pursuant to Section 2 and Subsection 1.8 herein, of any nature relating to salary, taxes, or benefits of Consultant’s officers, employees, representatives, agents, or subconsultants or subcontractors, Consultant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless City from and against all such financial obligations.

4.5 PERS Eligibility & Indemnification.

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A. In the event that Consultant or any employee, agent, or subcontractor of Consultant providing any Work or Services under this Agreement claims or is determined by a court of competent jurisdiction or the California Public Employee 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 the City.

B. 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 any Work or Services 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 employer contribution and/or employee contributions for PERS benefits.

5. INSURANCE

5.1 Compliance with Insurance Requirements. Consultant shall obtain, maintain, and keep in full force and effect during the term of this Agreement, at its sole cost and expense, and in a form and content satisfactory to City, all insurance required under this section.

Consultant shall not commence any Work or Services under this Agreement unless and until it has provided evidence satisfactory to City that it has secured all insurance required under this section. If Consultant’s existing insurance policies do not meet the insurance requirements set forth herein, Consultant agrees to amend, supplement or endorse the policies to do so.

5.2 Types of Insurance Required. As a condition precedent to the effectiveness of this Agreement, and without limiting the indemnity provisions set forth in this Agreement, Consultant shall obtain and maintain in full force and effect during the term of this Agreement, including any extension thereof, the following policies of insurance:

A. Commercial General Liability Insurance. Consultant shall obtain and maintain, in full force and effect throughout the term of this Agreement, a policy of Commercial General Liability Insurance written on an occurrence basis with limits of at least one million dollars ($1,000,000.00) per occurrence, two million dollars ($2,000,000.00) in the general aggregate, and one million dollars ($1,000,000.00) for products and completed operations.

Defense costs shall be paid in addition to the limits. The policy shall contain no endorsements or provisions limiting coverage for (1) contractual liability; (2) cross liability exclusion for claims or suits by one insured against another; or (3) contain any other exclusion contrary to the Agreement.

B. Automobile Liability Insurance. Consultant shall obtain and maintain, in full force and effect throughout the term of this Agreement, a policy of Automobile Liability Insurance written on a per occurrence basis with limits of at least one million dollars ($1,000,000.00) combined limit for each occurrence covering bodily injury and property

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damage. The policy shall specifically include coverage for owned, non-owned, leased, and hired automobiles.

C. Workers’ Compensation Insurance. Consultant shall obtain and maintain, in full force and effect throughout the term of this Agreement, a policy of Workers’ Compensation Insurance in at least the minimum statutory amounts, and in compliance with all other statutory requirements, as required by the State of California. Consultant agrees to waive and obtain endorsements from its workers’ compensation insurer waiving all subrogation rights under its workers’ compensation insurance policy against the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers, and to require each of its subconsultants and subcontractors, if any, to do likewise under their workers’ compensation insurance policies. Consultant shall obtain and maintain, in full force and effect throughout the term of this Agreement, a policy of Employer’s Liability Insurance written on a per occurrence basis with limits of at least one million dollars ($1,000,000.00) per accident for bodily injury or disease.

D. Professional Liability (Errors & Omissions) Insurance. Consultant shall obtain and maintain in full force and effect throughout the term of this Agreement, a policy of Professional Liability or Errors and Omissions Insurance appropriate to Consultant’s profession with limits of at least two million dollars ($2,000,000.00). Covered professional services shall specifically include all Work or Services to be performed under the Agreement and delete any exclusions that may potentially affect the Work or Services to be performed under this Agreement.

1. Intentionally omitted.

2. If the policy of insurance is written on a “claims-made” basis, the City may require that the policy be continued in full force and effect at all times during the term of this Agreement, and for a period of three (3) years from the date of the completion of the Work or Services provided hereunder. In the event of termination of the policy during this period, Consultant shall obtain continuing insurance coverage for the prior acts or omissions of Consultant during the course of performing the Work or Services under the terms of this Agreement. The coverage shall be evidenced by either a new policy evidencing no gap in coverage, or by obtaining separate extended “tail” coverage with the present or new carrier or other insurance arrangements providing for complete coverage, either of which shall be subject to the written approval by the City.

3. In the event the policy of insurance is written on an “occurrence” basis, the policy shall be continued in full force and effect during the term of this Agreement, or until completion of the Work or Services provided for in this Agreement, whichever is later. In the event of termination of the policy during this period, new coverage shall immediately be obtained to ensure coverage during the entire course of performing the Work or Services under the terms of this Agreement.

5.3 Acceptability of Insurers. Insurance required by this section shall be issued by a licensed company authorized to transact business in the state by the Department of Insurance for the State of California with a current rating of A-:VII or better (if an admitted carrier), or a current rating of A:X or better (if offered by a non-admitted insurer listed on the State of

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California List of Approved Surplus Lines Insurers (LASLI), by the latest edition of A.M. Best’s Key Rating Guide, except that the City will accept workers’ compensation insurance from the State Compensation Fund. In the event the City determines that the Work or Services to be performed under this Agreement creates an increased or decreased risk of loss to the City, the Consultant agrees that the minimum limits of the insurance policies may be changed accordingly upon receipt of written notice from the City. Consultant shall immediately substitute any insurer whose A.M. Best rating drops below the levels specified herein.

5.4 Insurance Endorsements. Required insurance policies shall not be in compliance if they include any limiting provision or endorsement that has not been submitted to the City for written approval. Required insurance policies shall contain the following provisions, or Consultant shall provide endorsements on forms approved by the City to add the following provisions to the insurance policies:

A. The policy or policies of insurance required by this section for Commercial General Liability and Automobile Liability Insurance shall be endorsed to provide the following:

1. Additional Insured: The City, its officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers, shall be additional insureds with regard to liability and defense of suits or claims arising out of the performance of the Agreement; and

2. Additional Insured Endorsements: Additional insured endorsements shall not (1) be restricted to “ongoing operations”, (2) exclude “contractual liability”, (3) restrict coverage to “sole” liability of Consultant, or (4) contain any other exclusions contrary to the Agreement; and, the coverage shall contain no special limitations on the scope of protection afforded to additional insureds.

3. Notice: The policy or policies of insurance required by this section for Commercial General Liability and Automobile Liability Insurance shall be endorsed to state that coverage shall not be suspended, voided, cancelled, or modified, or reduced in coverage or in limits, except after thirty (30) days prior written notice by First Class U.S. Mail, postage-prepaid, has been provided to the City. Notwithstanding the foregoing, if coverage is to be suspended, voided, or cancelled because of Consultant’s failure to pay the insurance premium, the notice provided to City shall be by ten (10) days prior written notice.

B. For all policies of Commercial General Liability Insurance, Consultant shall provide endorsements for ongoing operations and completed operations to effectuate this requirement.

5.5 Deductibles and Self-Insured Retentions. Any deductible or self-insured retention must be approved in writing by the City in advance and shall protect the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers, in the same manner and to the same extent as they would have been protected had the policy or policies not contained a deductible or selfinsured retention.

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5.6 Primary and Non-Contributing Insurance. All policies of Commercial General Liability Insurance and Automobile Liability Insurance shall be primary and any other insurance, deductible, or self-insurance maintained by the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents or volunteers, shall not contribute with this primary insurance. Policies shall contain or be endorsed to contain such provisions.

5.7 Waiver of Subrogation. All policies of Commercial General Liability and Automobile Liability Insurance shall contain or be endorsed to waive subrogation against the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers, or shall specifically allow Consultant or others providing insurance evidence in compliance with the requirements set forth in this section to waive their right to recovery prior to a loss. Consultant hereby agrees to waive its own right of recovery against the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers, and Consultant hereby agrees to require similar written express waivers and insurance clauses from each of its subconsultants or subcontractors.

5.8 Evidence of Coverage. Concurrently with the execution of the Agreement, Consultant shall deliver certificates of insurance together with original endorsements affecting each of the insurance policies required by this section. Required insurance policies shall not be in compliance if they include any limiting provision or endorsement that has not been submitted to the City for written approval. The certificates of insurance and original endorsements for each insurance policy shall be signed by a person authorized by that insurer to bind coverage on its behalf. At least fifteen (15) days prior to the expiration of any such policy, evidence of insurance showing that such insurance coverage has been renewed or extended shall be filed with the City.

If such coverage is cancelled or reduced and not replaced immediately so as to avoid a lapse in the required coverage, Consultant shall, within ten (10) days after receipt of written notice of such cancellation or reduction of coverage, file with the City evidence of insurance showing that the required insurance has been reinstated or has been provided through another insurance company or companies. Consultant shall promptly furnish, at City’s request, copies of actual policies including all declaration pages, endorsements, exclusions and any other policy documents City requires to verify coverage.

5.9 Requirements Not Limiting. Requirement of specific coverage or minimum limits contained in this section are not intended as a limitation on coverage, limits, or other requirements, or a waiver of any coverage normally provided by any insurance. Nothing in this section shall be construed as limiting in any way the indemnification provision contained in this Agreement, or the extent to which Consultant may be held responsible for payments of damages to persons or property.

5.10 Enforcement of Agreement (Non-Estoppel). Consultant acknowledges and agrees that actual or alleged failure on the part of the City to inform Consultant of any noncompliance with any of the insurance requirements set forth in this section imposes no additional obligation on the City nor does it waive any rights hereunder.

5.11 Insurance for Subconsultants. Consultant shall either: (1) include all subconsultants or subcontractors engaged in any Work or Services for Consultant relating to this Agreement as additional named insureds under the Consultant’s insurance policies, or (2)

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Consultant shall be responsible for causing its subconsultants or subcontractors to procure and maintain the appropriate insurance in compliance with the terms of the insurance requirements set forth in this section, including adding the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers, as additional insureds to their respective policies. All policies of Commercial General Liability Insurance provided by Consultant’s subconsultants or subcontractors performing any Work or Services related to this Agreement shall be endorsed to name the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers, as additional insureds. Consultant shall not allow any subconsultant or subcontractor to commence any Work or Services relating to this Agreement unless and until it has provided evidence satisfactory to City that the subconsultant or subcontractor has secured all insurance required under this section.

5.12 Other Insurance Requirements. The following terms and conditions shall apply to the insurance policies required of Consultant pursuant to this Agreement:

A. Consultant shall provide immediate written notice to City if (1) any of the insurance policies required herein are terminated, cancelled or suspended, (2) the limits of any of the insurance coverages required herein are reduced, or (3) the deductible or self-insured retention is increased.

B. All insurance coverage and limits provided by Consultant and available or applicable to this Agreement are intended to apply to each insured, including additional insureds, against whom a claim is made or suit is brought to the full extent of the policies. Nothing contained in this Agreement or any other agreement relating to the City or its operations shall limit the application of such insurance coverage.

C. None of the insurance coverages required herein will be in compliance with the requirements of this section if they include any limiting endorsement which substantially impairs the coverages set forth herein (e.g., elimination of contractual liability or reduction of discovery period), unless the endorsement has first been submitted to the City and approved in writing.

D. Certificates of insurance will not be accepted in lieu of required endorsements, and submittal of certificates without required endorsements may delay commencement of the Project. It is Consultant’s obligation to ensure timely compliance with all insurance submittal requirements as provided herein.

E. Consultant agrees to ensure that subconsultants and subcontractors, if any, and any other parties involved with the Project who are brought onto or involved in the Project by Consultant, provide the same minimum insurance coverage required of Consultant.

Consultant agrees to monitor and review all such coverage and assumes all responsibility for ensuring that such coverage is provided in conformity with the requirements of this section.

Consultant agrees that upon request, all agreements with subcontractors and others engaged in the Project will be submitted to the City for review.

F. Consultant agrees to provide immediate written notice to City of any claim, demand or loss against Consultant arising out of the Work or Services performed under

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this Agreement and for any other claim, demand or loss which may reduce the insurance available to pay claims, demands or losses arising out of this Agreement.

6. INDEMNIFICATION
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Consultant shall defend (at Consultant’s sole cost and expense with legal counsel reasonably acceptable to City), indemnify and hold the City, its elected and appointed officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers, free and harmless from any and all claims, demands, orders, causes of action, costs, expenses, liabilities, losses, penalties, judgments, arbitration awards, settlements, damages or injuries of any kind, in law or in equity, including but not limited to property or persons, including wrongful death, (collectively “Claims”) in any manner arising out of, pertaining to, related to, or incident to any alleged acts, errors or omissions, or willful misconduct of Consultant, its officers, directors, employees, subcontractors, consultants or agents, in connection with Consultant’s performance under this Agreement, including without limitation the payment of all consequential damages, expert witness fees and attorneys’ fees and other related costs and expenses. Notwithstanding the foregoing, to the extent that the Work or Services performed by Consultant are subject to Civil Code Section 2782.8, the above indemnity shall be limited, to the extent required by Civil Code Section 2782.8, to claims that arise out of, pertain to, or relate to the negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct of the Consultant. Under no circumstances shall the insurance requirements and limits set forth in this Agreement be construed to limit Consultant’s indemnification obligation or other liability hereunder. Notwithstanding the foregoing, such obligation to defend, hold harmless, and indemnify the City, its elected and appointed officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers, shall not apply to such claims or liabilities arising from the sole or active negligence or willful misconduct of the City.

7. REPORTS AND RECORDS

7.1 Accounting Records. Consultant shall keep complete, accurate, and detailed accounts of all time, costs, expenses, and expenditures pertaining in any way to this Agreement.

Consultant shall keep such books and records as shall be necessary to properly perform the Services required by this Agreement and to enable the Contract Officer to evaluate the performance of such Services. The Contract Officer shall have full and free access to such books and records at all reasonable times, including the right to inspect, copy, audit, and make records and transcripts from such records.

7.2 Reports. Consultant shall periodically prepare and submit to the Contract Officer such reports concerning the performance of the Services required by this Agreement as the Contract Officer shall require. Consultant hereby acknowledges that the City is greatly concerned about the cost of the Work and Services to be performed pursuant to this Agreement.

For this reason, Consultant agrees that if Consultant becomes aware of any facts, circumstances, techniques, or events that may or will materially increase or decrease the cost of the Work or Services contemplated herein or, if Consultant is providing design services, the cost of the project being designed, Consultant shall promptly notify the Contract Officer of such fact, circumstance, technique, or event and the estimated increased or decreased cost related thereto and, if Consultant is providing design services, the estimated increased or decreased cost

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estimate for the project being designed.

7.3 Ownership of Documents. All drawings, specifications, reports, records, documents, memoranda, correspondence, computations, and other materials prepared by Consultant, its employees, subconsultants, subcontractors and agents in the performance of this Agreement shall be the property of City and shall be promptly delivered to City upon request of the Contract Officer or upon the termination of this Agreement, and Consultant shall have no claim for further employment or additional compensation as a result of the exercise by City of its full rights of ownership of the documents and materials hereunder. Consultant may retain copies of such documents for its own use. Consultant shall have an unrestricted right to use the concepts embodied therein. Consultant shall ensure that all of its subconsultants and subcontractors shall provide for assignment to City of any documents or materials prepared by them, and in the event Consultant fails to secure such assignment, Consultant shall indemnify City for all damages resulting therefrom.

7.4 Release of Documents. All drawings, specifications, reports, records, documents, and other materials prepared by Consultant in the performance of services under this Agreement shall not be released publicly without the prior written approval of the Contract Officer. All information gained by Consultant in the performance of this Agreement shall be considered confidential and shall not be released by Consultant without City’s prior written authorization.

7.5 Audit and Inspection of Records. After receipt of reasonable notice and during the regular business hours of City, Consultant shall provide City, or other agents of City, such access to Consultant’s books, records, payroll documents, and facilities as City deems necessary to examine, copy, audit, and inspect all accounting books, records, work data, documents, and activities directly related to Consultant’s performance under this Agreement. Consultant shall maintain such books, records, data, and documents in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and shall clearly identify and make such items readily accessible to such parties during the term of this Agreement and for a period of three (3) years from the date of final payment by City hereunder.

8. ENFORCEMENT OF AGREEMENT

8.1 California Law and Venue. This Agreement shall be construed and interpreted both as to validity and as to performance of the Parties in accordance with the laws of the State of California. Legal actions concerning any dispute, claim, or matter arising out of or in relation to this Agreement shall be instituted in the Superior Court of the County of Orange, State of California, or any other appropriate court in such County, and Consultant covenants and agrees to submit to the personal jurisdiction of such court in the event of such action.

8.2 Interpretation. This Agreement shall be construed as a whole according to its fair language and common meaning to achieve the objectives and purposes of the Parties. The terms of this Agreement are contractual and the result of negotiation between the Parties.

Accordingly, any rule of construction of contracts (including, without limitation, California Civil Code Section 1654) that ambiguities are to be construed against the drafting party, shall not be employed in the interpretation of this Agreement. The caption headings of the various sections

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and paragraphs of this Agreement are for convenience and identification purposes only and shall not be deemed to limit, expand, or define the contents of the respective sections or paragraphs.

8.3 Termination. City may terminate this Agreement for any reason, with or without cause, upon giving Consultant thirty (30) days written notice. Upon such notice, City shall pay Consultant for Services performed through the date of termination. Upon receipt of such notice, Consultant shall immediately cease all work under this Agreement, unless the notice provides otherwise. Thereafter, Consultant shall have no further claims against the City under this Agreement. Upon termination of the Agreement pursuant to this section, Consultant shall submit to the City an invoice for work and services performed prior to the date of termination. In addition, Consultant reserves the right to terminate this Agreement at any time upon sixty (60) days written notice to the City, except that where termination is due to material default by the City, the period of notice may be such shorter time as the Consultant may determine.

8.4 Default of Consultant.

A. Consultant’s failure to comply with any provision of this Agreement shall constitute a default.

B. If the City Manager, or City Manager’s designee, determines that Consultant is in default in the performance of any of the terms or conditions of this Agreement, he/she shall notify Consultant in writing of such default. Consultant shall have ten (10) days, or such longer period as City may designate, to cure the default by rendering satisfactory performance. In the event Consultant fails to cure its default within such period of time, City shall have the right, notwithstanding any other provision of this Agreement, to terminate this Agreement without further notice and without prejudice of any remedy to which City may be entitled at law, in equity, or under this Agreement. Consultant shall be liable for any and all reasonable costs incurred by City as a result of such default. Compliance with the provisions of this section shall not constitute a waiver of any City right to take legal action in the event that the dispute is not cured, provided that nothing herein shall limit City’s right to terminate this Agreement without cause pursuant to Section 8.3.

C. If termination is due to the failure of the Consultant to fulfill its obligations under this Agreement, City may, after compliance with the provisions of Section

8.4(B), take over the work and prosecute the same to completion by contract or otherwise, and the Consultant shall be liable to the extent that the total cost for completion of the Services required hereunder exceeds the Maximum Contract Amount (provided that the City shall use reasonable efforts to mitigate such damages), and City may withhold any payments to the Consultant for the purpose of set-off or partial payment of the amounts owed the City as previously stated. The withholding or failure to withhold payments to Consultant shall not limit Consultant’s liability for completion of the Services as provided herein.

8.5 Waiver. No waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall be effective unless in writing and signed by a duly authorized representative of the Party against whom enforcement of a waiver is sought. Any waiver by the Parties of any default or breach of any covenant, condition, or term contained in this Agreement, shall not be construed to be a waiver of any

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subsequent or other default or breach, nor shall failure by the Parties to require exact, full, and complete compliance with any of the covenants, conditions, or terms contained in this Agreement be construed as changing the terms of this Agreement in any manner or preventing the Parties from enforcing the full provisions hereof.

8.6 Rights and Remedies Cumulative. Except with respect to rights and remedies expressly declared to be exclusive in this Agreement, the rights and remedies of the Parties are cumulative and the exercise by either Party of one or more of such rights or remedies shall not preclude the exercise by it, at the same or different times, of any other rights or remedies for the same default or any other default by the other Party.

8.7 Legal Action. In addition to any other rights or remedies, either Party may take legal action, in law or in equity, to cure, correct or remedy any default, to recover damages for any default, to compel specific performance of this Agreement, to obtain declaratory or injunctive relief, or to obtain any other remedy consistent with the purposes of this Agreement.

8.8 Attorneys’ Fees. In the event any dispute between the Parties with respect to this Agreement results in litigation or any non-judicial proceeding, the prevailing Party shall be entitled, in addition to such other relief as may be granted, to recover from the non-prevailing Party all reasonable costs and expenses, including but not limited to reasonable attorneys’ fees, expert witness fees, court costs and all fees, costs, and expenses incurred in any appeal or in collection of any judgment entered in such proceeding. To the extent authorized by law, in the event of a dismissal by the plaintiff or petitioner of the litigation or non-judicial proceeding within thirty (30) days of the date set for trial or hearing, the other Party shall be deemed to be the prevailing Party in such litigation or proceeding.

9. CITY OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES: NON-DISCRIMINATION

9.1 Non-liability of City Officers and Employees. No officer or employee of the City shall be personally liable to the Consultant, or any successor-in-interest, in the event of any default or breach by the City or for any amount which may become due to the Consultant or to its successor, or for breach of any obligation of the terms of this Agreement.

9.2 Conflict of Interest. No officer or employee of the City shall have any financial interest, direct or indirect, in this Agreement nor shall any such officer or employee participate in any decision relating to the Agreement which effects his or her financial interest or the financial interest of any corporation, partnership, or association in which they are, directly or indirectly, interested in violation of any state statute or regulation. Consultant represents and warrants that it has not paid or given and will not pay or give any third party any money or other consideration in exchange for obtaining this Agreement.

9.3 Covenant Against Discrimination. In connection with its performance under this Agreement, Consultant shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, disability, medical condition, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, ancestry, or national origin. Consultant shall ensure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during their employment, without regard

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to their race, disability, medical condition, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, ancestry, or national origin. Such actions shall include, but not be limited to, the following: employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer; recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship.

10. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

10.1 Patent and Copyright Infringement.

A. To the fullest extent permitted by law, and in lieu of any other warranty by City or Consultant against patent or copyright infringement, statutory or otherwise, it is agreed that Consultant shall defend at its expense any claim or suit against City on account of any allegation that any item furnished under this Agreement, or the normal use or sale thereof arising out of the performance of this Agreement, infringes upon any presently existing U.S. letters patent or copyright and Consultant shall pay all costs and damages finally awarded in any such suit or claim, provided that Consultant is promptly notified in writing of the suit or claim and given authority, information and assistance at Consultant’s expense for the defense of same, and provided such suit or claim arises out of, pertains to, or is related to the alleged negligence, recklessness or willful misconduct of Consultant. However, Consultant will not indemnify City if the suit or claim results from: (1) City's alteration of a deliverable, such that City’s alteration of such deliverable created the infringement upon any presently existing U.S. letters patent or copyright; or (2) the use of a deliverable in combination with other material not provided by Consultant when it is such use in combination which infringes upon an existing U.S. letters patent or copyright.

B. Consultant shall have sole control of the defense of any such claim or suit and all negotiations for settlement thereof, Consultant shall not be obligated to indemnify City under any settlement made without Consultant’s consent or in the event City fails to cooperate in the defense of any suit or claim, provided, however, that such defense shall be at Consultant’s expense. If the use or sale of such item is enjoined as a result of the suit or claim, Consultant, at no expense to City, shall obtain for City the right to use and sell the item, or shall substitute an equivalent item acceptable to City and extend this patent and copyright indemnity thereto.

10.2 Notices. All notices or other communications required or permitted hereunder shall be in writing, and shall be personally delivered, sent by registered or certified mail, postage prepaid, return receipt requested, or delivered or sent by facsimile with attached evidence of completed transmission, and shall be deemed received upon the earlier of (i) the date of delivery to the address of the person to receive such notice if delivered personally or by messenger or overnight courier; (ii) five (5) business days after the date of posting by the United States Post Office if by mail; or (iii) when sent if given by facsimile. Notices or other communications shall be addressed as follows:

To City: City of Laguna Hills
Attention: City Manager
24035 El Toro Road
Laguna Hills, California 92653

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Telephone: (949) 707-2600
To Consultant: Advantec Consulting Engineers, Inc.

Attention: Carlos A. Ortiz, Chief Executive Officer/Principal 1200 Rosevelt
Irvine, California 92620
Telephone: (949) 861-4999
Email: [email protected]

10.3 Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties and supersedes all prior negotiations, arrangements, agreements, representations, and understandings, if any, made by or among the Parties with respect to the subject matter hereof.

No amendments or other modifications of this Agreement shall be binding unless executed in writing by both Parties hereto, or their respective successors, assigns, or grantees.

10.4 Severability. Whenever possible, each provision of this Agreement shall be interpreted in such a manner as to be effective and valid under applicable law, but if any provision of this Agreement shall be determined to be invalid by a final judgment or decree of a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be ineffective only to the extent of such prohibition or invalidity, without invalidating the reminder of that provision, or the remaining provisions of this Agreement unless the invalid provision is so material that its invalidity deprives either Party of the basic benefit of their bargain or renders this Agreement meaningless.

10.5 Successors in Interest. This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the Parties’ successors and assignees.

10.6 Third Party Beneficiary. Nothing contained in this Agreement is intended to confer, nor shall this Agreement be construed as conferring, any rights, including, without limitation, any rights as a third-party beneficiary or otherwise, upon any entity or person not a party hereto.

10.7 Recitals. The above-referenced Recitals are hereby incorporated into the Agreement as though fully set forth herein and each Party acknowledges and agrees that such Party is bound, for purposes of this Agreement, by the same.

10.8. Corporate Authority. Each of the undersigned represents and warrants that (i) the Party for which he/she is executing this Agreement is duly authorized and existing, (ii) he/she is duly authorized to execute and deliver this Agreement on behalf of the Party for which he/she is signing, (iii) by so executing this Agreement, the Party for which he/she is signing is formally bound to the provisions of this Agreement, and (iv) the entering into this Agreement does not violate any provision of any other Agreement to which the Party for which he/she is signing is bound.

10.9 Prevailing Wages. The City has determined that the Work and Services under this Agreement requires work of labor categories which are subject to Prevailing Wage Laws identified in the State of California Labor Code. Consultant is aware of the requirements of

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California Labor Code Section 1720, et seq., and 1770, et seq., as well as California Code of Regulations, Title 8, Section 16000, et seq., (“Prevailing Wage Laws”), which require the payment of prevailing wage rates and the performance of other requirements on “public works” and “maintenance” projects. Consultant agrees to fully comply with all applicable federal and state labor laws (including, without limitation, the Prevailing Wage Laws). It is agreed by the Parties that, in connection with the Work or Services provided pursuant to this Agreement, Consultant shall bear all risks of payment or non-payment of prevailing wages under California law, and Consultant hereby agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold the City, its elected officials, officers, employees, and agents free and harmless from any claim or liability arising out of any failure or alleged failure to comply with the Prevailing Wage Laws. The foregoing indemnity shall survive termination of this Agreement. Consultant understands and agrees to comply with the following California Labor Code compliance conditions [Labor Code Sections 1720 et seq., 1813, 1860, 1861, 3700]:

10.9.1. This Agreement is subject to the provisions of Division 2, Part 7, Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 1720) of the California Labor Code relating to public works and the awarding public agency (“City”) and Contractor agree to be bound by all the provisions thereof as though set forth in full herein.

10.9.2. Consultant shall be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations (“DIR”) in accordance with California Labor Code Section 1725.5 and has provided proof of registration to City prior to the Effective Date of this Agreement.

10.9.3. Consultant agrees to comply with the provisions of California Labor Code Sections 1771, 1774 and 1775 concerning the payment of prevailing rates of wages to workers and the penalties for failure to pay prevailing wages. The applicable prevailing wage determination(s) may be obtained at
(http://www.dir.ca.qov/OPRUDPreWaqeDetermination.htm), are on file with City, and are available to any interested party upon request. A copy of said rates shall be posted at each job site during the Term of this Agreement.

10.9.4. Pursuant to California Labor Code Section 1771.4, Consultant’s services are subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. Contractor shall post job site notices as prescribed by DIR regulations and furnish the records specified in California Labor Code Section 1776 directly to the Labor Commissioner in the manner prescribed by California Labor Code Section 1771.4(a)(3) and (c)(2).

10.9.5. Consultant shall comply with the provisions of California Labor Code Section 1776 which, among other things, require Contractor and each subcontractor to (1) keep accurate payroll records, (2) certify and make such payroll records available for inspection as provided by Section 1776, and (3) inform the City of the location of the records. The Contractor is responsible for compliance with Section 1776 by itself and all of its subcontractors.

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10.9.6. Consultant shall comply with the provisions of California Labor Code Section 1777.5 concerning the employment of apprentices on public works projects, and further agrees that Consultant is responsible for compliance with Section 1777.5 by itself and all of its subcontractors.

10.9.7. Eight (8) hours of labor shall constitute a legal day’s work for all workmen employed in the execution of this Agreement, and the Consultant and any subcontractor shall comply with and be governed by the laws of the State of California having to do with working hours set forth in Division 2, Part 7, Chapter 1, Article 3 of the California Labor Code. Consultant shall comply with the provisions of California Labor Code Section 1813 concerning penalties for workers who work excess hours. Consultant shall, as a penalty to the City, forfeit twenty-five dollars ($25) for each worker employed in the execution of this Agreement by the Consultant or by any subcontractor for each calendar day during which such worker is required or permitted to work more than eight (8) hours in any one calendar day and forty (40) hours in any one calendar week in violation of the provisions of Division 2, Part 7, Chapter 1, Article 3 of the California Labor Code. (See, e.g., Cal. Labor Code §1815.)

10.9.8. Pursuant to California Labor Code Sections 1860 and 3700, Consultant will be required to secure the payment of compensation to its employees. By signing this Agreement, Consultant hereby certifies as follows:
“I am aware of the provisions of Section 3700 of the Labor Code which require every employer to be insured against liability for workers’ compensation or to undertake self-insurance in accordance with the provisions of that code, and I will comply with such provisions before commencing the performance of the work of this Agreement.”

10.9.9. Pursuant to California Labor Code Section 1771.1, Consultant and any subcontractor shall not be qualified to bid on, be listed in a bid proposal, subject to the requirements of Section 4104 of the California Public Contract Code, or engage in the performance of any contract for public work on a public works project unless registered with the DIR and qualified to perform public work pursuant to California Labor Code Section 1725.2. It is not a violation of California Labor Code Section 1771.1 for an unregistered contractor to submit a bid that is authorized by California Business and Professions Code Section 7029.1 or by California Public Contract Code Section 10164 or 20103.5, provided the contractor is registered to perform public work pursuant to Section 1725.5 at the time the contract is awarded. Consultant shall not perform any work under this Agreement with any subcontractor who is ineligible to perform work on the public works project pursuant to Section 1777.1 or 1777.7 of the California Labor Code.

10.10 Counterparts. This Agreement may be signed in counterparts, each of which shall constitute an original.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed and entered into this Agreement as of the date first written above.
“CITY”
City of Laguna Hills,
a California municipal corporation

BOB WINGENROTH,
City Manager
ATTEST:
(SEAL)
JENNIFER LEE, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

GREGORY E. SIMONIAN,
City Attorney
“CONSULTANT”
Advantec Consulting Engineers, Inc., a
California corporation
By:

CARLOS A. ORTIZ, PE, TE, PTOE
Chief Executive Officer/Principal

By:

PAULINE YIP,
Secretary

EXHIBIT “A”
CONSULTANT’S PROPOSAL/ SCOPE OF WORK
FOR

CIVIL ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC ENGINEERING CONSULTING SERVICES

REGIONAL TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PROGRAM FOR

AVENIDA DE LA CARLOTA CORRIDOR PROJECT
DATED: OCTBOER 30, 2025

SCOPE OF SERVICES FOR PROJECT

INCLUDING,

SCHEDULE OF PERFORMANCE
AND

SCHEDULE OF COMPENSATION/ FEES

BECAUSE WE CARE!
Submitted by:

CITY OF

LAGUNA HILLS
October 30, 2025
Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program
for Avenida de La Carlota Corridor Project
Original

1200 Roosevelt • Irvine • CA 92620 • (949) 861-4999 • www.advantec-usa.com Because We Care!
October 30, 2025
City of Laguna Hills
Joe Ames, PE, TE – Interim City Manager/Public Works Director 24035 El Toro Road
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
SUBJECT: Proposal for Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program for Avenida De La Carlota Corridor Project Dear Mr. Ames,
ADVANTEC Consulting Engineers, Inc. (ADVANTEC) is pleased to submit the accompanying proposal in response to the Request for Proposals (RFP) and Addendum 1 for the above referenced project.

With deep-rooted expertise in OCTA’s Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (RTSSP), ADVANTEC has successfully delivered numerous high-impact projectssince the inception of the program. This includes our most recently completed project, Los Alisos Boulevard Route, for which ADVANTEC developed special synchronization plans for parts of Paseo De Valencia, Laguna Hills Drive, and Moulton Parkway. Currently, we are partnering with the City of Mission Viejo on the Olympiad–Felipe Road RTSSP, giving us direct, up-to-date experience with OCTA's latest Comprehensive Transportation Funding Program (CTFP) requirements and expectations.

Our team offers hands-on, up-to-date experience in managing both the design and construction phases of RTSSPs including major Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) initiatives. We have played an integral role throughout construction, system integration, testing, commissioning, and final acceptance including system operations, management and maintenance. All are contributing factors to the successful deployment of corridor-wide improvements. Building upon this foundation, the ADVANTEC team will leverage a refined collaborative approach, tailored to meet the needs of the City of Laguna Hills and partner agencies—while ensuring full alignment with OCTA’s Project P objectives.

The ADVANTEC Team includes outstanding professional firms with clear roles as shown on the following table.

By selecting the ADVANTEC Team, the City of Laguna Niguel will realize the following key benefits:
✓ Proven Expertise in OCTA’s Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (RTSSP / Project P). ADVANTEC brings unmatched experience in delivering successful RTSSP and TLSP projects across Orange County. Our team has partnered with OCTA and the majority of the county’s 34 cities, implementing signal synchronization along 18 corridors encompassing over 500 intersections. We bring proven expertise, aligning with the program’s mission, applying its technical guidelines, and delivering measurable improvements to maximize traffic efficiency and synchronization across jurisdictions. Notable recent projects include the Los Alisos Boulevard, Garden Grove Boulevard, and Fairview Road RTSSPs. Currently, we are leading final design (PS&E) for the Olympiad–Felipe Road TSSP with the City of Mission Viejo, ensuring continued alignment with OCTA’s evolving program requirements.
✓ In-depth knowledge and experience with the Cities in south Orange County. Our experience includes working with the Cities of Laguna Hills, Aliso Viejo, Lake Forest, Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, and Caltrans. Our Team has worked with all participating agencies on several PS&E and Traffic Signal Synchronization (TSS) projects for the last 17 years, including the Oso Parkway Demonstration Project, Alicia Parkway TLSP, Marguerite TSSP, Jeronimo Road TSSP, Los Alisos Boulevard TSSP, Olympiad-Felipe Road TSSP and On-Call Contracts for Traffic Engineering and Design Services. We have intimate knowledge of each agency’s traffic and communications system, signal timing and operations, and central traffic management systems/TMC's. With this knowledge and experience we are ready to hit the ground running. ✓ Project Approach that will Deliver Lower Construction Costs and Effective Timing Plans. ADVANTEC has proposed a design and procurement approach and an operations and maintenance approach that will :

1. Reduce construction costs by procuring the required equipment directly from vendors, this way avoiding “mark-ups” by the contractor. We expect between 15% and 20% savings on most equipment types.

ADVANTEC Project Team
Firm FIRM ROLE Contact Information
ADVANTEC Consulting Engineers, Inc.
1200 Roosevelt
Irvine, CA 92620
Prime Consultant
Design, Construction Management,
System Integration, and O&M
Carlos Ortiz, PE, TE, PTOE | Project Director, CEO
Cell: 949-636-0646 | Office: 949-861-4999
[email protected]
Counts Unlimited, Inc.

PO Box 1178, Corona, CA 92878
Subconsultant
Travel time data collection
Abe Campos | Ph: 951-268-6267
[email protected]

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1200 Roosevelt • Irvine • CA 92620 • (949) 861-4999 • www.advantec-usa.com

2. Create a detailed SimTraffic simulation model of the El Toro Road /Avenida De La Carlota/I-5 off ramp area that will enable us to review and fine tune signal operation during the O&M phase, by selecting the best phase sequences, offsets and splits.

3. Evaluate and implement additional Time of Day plans during O&M for traffic signals adjacent to special land uses, such as commercial centers, to better manage peaks in traffic.

4. Develop special timing plans and set up Traffic Responsive Operations along selected segments of the corridor to better accommodate sudden increases in traffic caused by traffic bypassing the freeway. We will also recommend strategies to enhance rapid response times for emergency vehicles and to minimize congestion delays. ✓ Dedicated Support for City Engineering Staff. We recognize the increasing demands placed on public agency staff and are committed to acting as a true extension of your team. ADVANTEC brings a responsive, proactive approach to managing all facets of project delivery—from maintaining project schedules and coordinating procurement to overseeing contractor activities and ensuring compliance with City, agency, and OCTA requirements. We don’t just meet expectations—we’re here to support and enhance your capacity.
✓ Streamlined Approach for Design, Construction, System, and Implementation. ADVANTEC has extensive experience with implementing each design element: Econolite's Cobalt Advanced Traffic Controllers (ATCs), Bosch's Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) Cameras, central system upgrades, fiber optic communications, and network Ethernet switches. ADVANTEC's design approach provides the easiest path for the Contractor install, setup, and integrate each technology, which minimizes potential change orders. ADVANTEC will deliver a turnkey solution that empowers the City with complete operational command and control, enabling real-time decision-making, improved efficiency, and long-term system flexibility. ✓ The Avenida de la Carlota Corridor Project is a Critical Infrastructure Improvement for the City of Laguna Hills. The project aligns with RTSSMP goals and will enhance regional mobility, reduce congestion, and support future growth. Its position within the signal synchronization network, along with its connectivity to key arterials and the I-5, ensures that it will continue to serve as an essential route for both local and regional traffic, supporting sustainable transportation and improved quality of life for the community.
✓ A Systems Engineering Approach for Scalable, Secure ITS Solutions. ADVANTEC applies a comprehensive systems engineering approach to every ITS project we deliver. Led by Mr. John Cox, our dedicated Systems Engineer, we ensure each project is designed for long-term performance, scalability, and cyber security. Mr. Cox will work closely with City staff to integrate the latest ITS strategies over a secure, reliable communication network—while ensuring the design aligns with best practices in network topology, redundancy, and future system expansion. We understand the importance of designing solutions that not only work today but are resilient, adaptable, and future-ready. ✓ ADVANTEC Brings Technology and Operational Innovations to the City. Based on our recent experience with the Coachella Valley Smart Region project, we bring the City our knowledge and experience that could be applied to this project or for future projects. This includes standardize signal timing parameters, network signal synchronization, special events traffic operations, traffic responsive pilot projects, using roadside Units (RSUs), video detection systems, and CCTV Cameras to collect real-time traffic data, speeds, origin destination, etc. to manage and update signal timing and synchronization plans in real-time, and developing big data work plan to manage traffic operations.

As CEO of the company, I am an authorized representative to bind this contract and authorized to represent the firm with respect to all notices, discussions, and other communication related to our proposal and to any negotiations relating to this contract. I certify that the information contained in this proposal is truthful, accurate, and complete at the time of its submission. This proposal will be valid for a period of 180 days. We have no exceptions to the City's standard agreement, and we meet the City's insurance requirements.

Should you have any questions, please contact me at [email protected] or 949.636.0646 (mobile). We appreciate the opportunity to provide our services to the City of Laguna Hills.

Sincerely,
ADVANTEC Consulting Engineers, Inc.

Carlos A. Ortiz, PE, TE, PTOE | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER and PRINCIPAL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
B. COMPANY DATA ............................................................................................................................................................. 3 C. RESUMES AND QUALIFICATIONS OF PERSONNEL................................................................................................... 4 D. ORGANIZATIONAL CHART ............................................................................................................................................ 8 E. REFERENCES ................................................................................................................................................................ 9 F. PROJECT UNDERSTANDING, OVERVIEW AND APPROACH ................................................................................... 11 G. COMMUNICATION PLAN..............................................................................................................................................28 ATTACHMENTS.............................................................................................................................................................29

SECTION B.

COMPANY DATA

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B. COMPANY DATA
ADVANTEC Consulting Engineers, Inc., a California Corporation, is a certified DBE/SBE consulting firm specializing in Traffic Engineering, Traffic Signal Synchronization, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), Smart Cities, Connected and Automated Vehicles (CAV) Technologies, System Integration, and Construction Management. ADVANTEC’s mission is to provide quality engineering to the community that would result in perceptible improvements towards the quality of life, safety, and efficiency of transportation. Founded in 1998, our name espouses our focus to capture ADVANCEMENTS in TECHNOLOGY for the benefits of our clients, thus providing innovative and smart mobility solutions that meet the needs of our clients and the public they serve. This year marks the 27th anniversary of ADVANTEC, and we have earned a reputation for responsiveness to the clients’ needs. We maintain our reputation by upholding our firm’s high standards of quality, client service, and professional integrity. The following summarizes the company data requested in the RFP.

Firm name and address ADVANTEC Consulting Engineers, Inc 1200 Roosevelt, Irvine, CA 92620
Primary Point of Contact
Carlos Ortiz, PE, TE, PTOE
1200 Roosevelt, Irvine, CA 92620
Cell: 949-636-0646 | Office: 949-861-4999
Type of Entity California Corporation
Federal Employer ID No. 95-468-7341
Firm’s Offices:

Orange County (Headquarters): 1200 Roosevelt | Irvine, CA 92620 | Ph: 949-861-4999 Los Angeles County Office: 21700 Copley Drive, Ste 350 | Diamond Bar, CA 91765 | Ph: 909-860-6222 Ownership Wholly owned by staff
Number of years in business 27 years (since 1998)
Number of years providing required, equivalent, or related services 27 years All comparable contracts entered into during the past 5 years Provided on table on the next page Any failures or refusals to complete a contract and explanation ADVANTEC has never failed to complete a contract in its 27-years history
Individual/Firms who own an interest of 10% or greater Leo Lee, Chairman Financial Interests in other lines of business None
Litigation/Adverse Judgement History None
Termination of Contract “For Cause” History None

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The following table summarizes comparable contracts entered into during the past 5 years.

Year Started and
Completed Title Of Project Agency Name/Client Project Manager May 2024 - present
Traffic Signal Synchronization Project – Adaptive/Traffic Responsive Upgrade City of Alhambra Jose Guedes
May 2024 – present Citywide Traffic and Mobility Study City of Glendale Jose Guedes May 2024 – present Olympiad Road-Felipe Road RTSSP City of Mission Viejo Jose Guedes January 2024 –
present
Citywide Traffic Signal Assessment & Master Plan City of Upland Jose Guedes August 2023 –
November 2024 Central Avenue Traffic Signal Coordination City of Lake Elsinore Jose Guedes May 2021 –
January 2023
Regional Arterial Traffic Performance Measurement
System City of Glendale Jose Guedes
October 2019 –
September 2023 Los Alisos Boulevard Route RTSSP OCTA Jose Guedes August 2018 –
June 2022 Fairview Road Traffic Signal Coordination Project City of Costa Mesa Jose Guedes September 2024 to
Present HSIP Cycle 11 Project – Citywide improvements City of Riverside John Dorado September 2023 to
Present
Traffic Signal Synchronization Project – Adaptive/Traffic Responsive Upgrade City of Monterey Park John Dorado
September 2023 to
Present Citywide Traffic Signal Operations Project City of Corona John Dorado October 2019 –
September 2023 Garden Grove Boulevard RTSSP OCTA John Dorado

SECTION C.

RESUMES AND QUALIFICATIONS OF PERSONNEL

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C. RESUMES AND QUALIFICATIONS OF PERSONNEL
The ADVANTEC Team brings TSSP experts with proven track records on similar projects. ADVANTEC Consulting Engineers will be the prime consultant, assisted by Counts Unlimited as a subconsultant. We recognize that the successful delivery of this project relies heavily on our leadership team, with a combined 200+ years of TSSP experience, who are all committed to Project P’s success since its inception. The following key team members are intended to serve in their respective roles throughout the duration of the agreement.

They will not be replaced without the written concurrence of the City of Laguna Hills. Our organization chart, shown in Section D- Figure D.1, illustrates the organizational structure of this team, which brings together all the skills and expertise required to ensure the successful conduct of all elements of this project.

Mr. Jose Guedes, TE, will serve as our Project Manager. Mr. Guedes brings in-depth knowledge and experience in planning, designing, and implementing ITS infrastructure for multiple agencies. Mr. Guedes manages the Olympiad Road-Felipe Road RTSSP for the City of Mission Viejo. He also recently completed the Los Alisos Blvd Route RTSSP, which included the cities of Aliso Viejo, Laguna Hills, Mission Viejo, and Rancho Santa Margarita. Mr. Guedes has extensive experience with traffic signal operations and traffic management systems and has previously managed the traffic signal operations at the City of Irvine for 14 years. Since joining ADVANTEC in 2010, Mr. Guedes has successfully performed over 25 TSS projects involving over 2,500 traffic signals, totaling over $10 million. He has successfully implemented 14 Project P projects for OCTA and local jurisdictions.

Mr. Carlos Ortiz, PE, TE, PTOE, will be the Project Director. Carlos is known for his superior technical, management, and leadership skills. He has spent over two decades successfully delivering transportation, ITS, and traffic engineering projects for various agencies throughout Southern California, including many Project P corridors.

Mr. John Dorado, PE, will serve as our Task Leader for System Design/ITS PS&E. During his 26 years of experience, Mr. Dorado has managed various Project P signal synchronization projects. Mr. Dorado has a wide range of knowledge from various types of traffic control systems (TCS), adaptive signal systems, Ethernet communication systems, and ITS elements. He has also upgraded citywide traffic signal systems, controllers, communication systems, and TMCs for over 30 cities in Southern California. John has participated in implementing 8 Project P projects for OCTA and local jurisdictions, including Golden West Street, Los Alisos Boulevard, and Garden Grove Boulevard TSSP.

Mr. John Cox will serve as Task Leader for Construction Support. Mr. Cox is a Systems Engineer for ADVANTEC. He specializes in Intelligent Transportation Systems, Communications, Fiber Optic technologies, Closed Circuit Television, Changeable Message Signs, Wireless Broadband Ethernet, Traffic Management Center systems integration and various Advanced Traffic Management System hardware/software suites. Over 20 years of experience in the transportation industry, John has been involved in every TSSP project led by OCTA or the City including dozens of transportation and traffic engineering projects that include both design and execution of Traffic signals, ITS, CCTV, CMS, TMS, and Fiber Optic Communications, having integrated and maintained such systems in support of centralized signal control deployments.

Mr. Ryan Miller will serve as Task Leader for the Before/After Study, Project Report and Continuing Support (O&M Phase). Ryan Miller is a Project Engineer with experience in traffic signal synchronization, engineering studies, traffic operations, and ITS design.

Ryan brings over 12 years of experience and has worked on multiple traffic signal synchronization projects in Orange County. He is an expert in the use of Synchro, SimTraffic and Tru-Traffic software.

Rachel Tam will serve as Lead Project Engineer for System Design/ITS PS&E. Ms. Tam will oversee daily coordination and ensure seamless communication among project stakeholders. She brings expertise in traffic analysis, planning, and intelligent transportation systems (ITS) design. Her experience spans multiple agencies and includes managing complex projects involving traffic signal systems, corridor optimization, and ITS infrastructure upgrades. Ms. Tam’s role will be critical in maintaining project momentum, supporting technical deliverables, and facilitating construction support services throughout all project phases.

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KEY PERSONNEL
The following summarizes key team members, including their years of experience, responsibilities, availability, and project-relevant experience. Our task leaders and key personnel are committed to serving the City of Laguna Hills for the entire project.

Name/ Years of Experience/ Responsibility Relevant Project Experience Jose Guedes, TE
Years of Experience: 35
Responsibility: Project
Manager
Availability: 60%
▪ Olympiad-Felipe Road RTSSP (Mission Viejo, CA)
▪ Los Alisos Boulevard RTSSP (Orange County, CA)
▪ Fairview Road TSSP (Costa Mesa, CA)
▪ Jeronimo Road RTSSP (Orange County)
▪ CVAG Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization, Phase I and II (Coachella Valley, CA)
▪ Adaptive System Upgrade (Alhambra, CA)
Carlos Ortiz, PE, TE, PTOE
Years of Experience: 36
Responsibility:

Project Director: Ensure
staff availability and
resources throughout the
project.
▪ CVAG Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization, Phase I, II and III (Coachella Valley, CA)
▪ Garden Grove Boulevard (Orange County, CA)
▪ Los Alisos Boulevard RTSSP (Orange County, CA)
▪ Fairview Road TSSP (Costa Mesa, CA)
John Dorado, PE
Years of Experience: 26
Responsibility:

Task Leader for System
Design/ITS PS&E
Availability: 75%
▪ Adaptive System Upgrade (Monterey Park, CA)
▪ Garden Grove Blvd RTSSP (Orange County, CA)
▪ CVAG Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization, Phase I and II (Coachella Valley, CA)
▪ Imperial Highway ITS and TSSP (Norwalk, CA)
John Cox
Years of Experience: 26
Responsibility:

Task Leader -
Construction Support
Availability: 70%
▪ Garden Grove Blvd RTSSP (Orange County, CA)
▪ Fairview Road TSSP (Costa Mesa, CA)
▪ CVAG Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization
▪ Edinger Ave. RTSSP Project (Orange County, CA)
▪ Imperial Highway ITS and TSSP (Norwalk, CA)
Ryan Miller
Years of Experience: 13
Responsibility: Task
Leader – Project Report
and O&M Phase
Availability: 70%
▪ Garden Grove Boulevard (Orange County, CA)
▪ Los Alisos Boulevard RTSSP (Orange County, CA)
▪ CVAG Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization, Phase I and II (Coachella Valley, CA)
▪ Fairview Road TSSP (Costa Mesa, CA)
Rachel Tam
Years of Experience: 5
Responsibility:

Lead Project Engineer for
System Design/ITS PS&E
Availability: 75%
▪ Adaptive/Traffic Responsive Control Upgrade Phase 1 (Alhambra, CA) ▪ Adaptive System Upgrade (Monterey Park, CA)
▪ CVAG Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization (Coachella Valley, CA) ▪ Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Master Plan (Industry, CA)

SUBCONSULTANT
ADVANTEC places great importance on selecting a Project Team to meet the needs and schedule of this important project for the City of Laguna Hills. We are pleased to have Counts Unlimited in our team to complement ADVANTEC’s in-house personnel. ADVANTEC has worked with Counts Unlimited on many of our Project P projects in Orange County and finds them very reliable in helping us achieve the project objectives. Counts Unlimited, Inc. specializes in traffic data collection and has served Southern California for 35 years. Headquartered in Riverside, CA, with an experienced full-time staff of 25 employees and support staff, Counts Unlimited has teamed with ADVANTEC’s staff for the last 15 years, providing traffic counts and travel time study data.

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Name, Responsibilities Relevant Project Experience with ADVANTEC

ABE CAMPOS
PO Box 1178, Corona, CA 92878
Ph: (951) 268-6268 - [email protected]
Responsibility: Traffic data collection, including ADT, turning movement counts, and travel time data
▪ Olympiad-Felipe Road RTSSP
▪ Glendale Citywide Traffic and Mobility Study
▪ Garden Grove Boulevard RTSSP
▪ Los Alisos Boulevard RTSSP
The ADVANTEC Team has worked with many agencies for over thirty years, planning, designing, and deploying intersection, roadway, citywide, and regionwide ITS technologies, including:
✓ Regionwide/Citywide/Corridor Signal Communication
Systems (Fiber Optic and Wireless)
✓ Secured Ethernet Communication Systems
✓ Communication Hubs | Redundant Communications
✓ Advanced Traffic Signal Controllers (ATC)
✓ Adaptive Control Systems
✓ Advanced Traffic Management Systems (ATMS)
✓ Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) Systems
✓ Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Arterial Management Systems
✓ Vehicle detection systems (loops, video, radar)
✓ Emergency Signal Priority Systems
✓ Pedestrian and Bicyclist Detection Systems
✓ Signal Performance Measurements (SPMs)
✓ Traffic Management Centers (TMC)
✓ Signal Timing/Synchronization
✓ Signal Operations Maintenance

RELEVANT TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PROJECT EXPERIENCE ADVANTEC has been a consultant to design and implement 18 Project P arterial corridors in Orange County, totaling over 500 intersections. One key factor for our success is to address the needs of the stakeholders: OCTA, local cities, County, and Caltrans, who are the ultimate users of the traffic signal infrastructure, and who are responsible to the public for operating and maintaining smooth and efficient traffic signal operations. Table C.1 below summarizes some of our relevant Project P experience throughout Orange County from 2012 to the present.

Table C.1 – OCTA REGIONAL TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PROJECTS Corridor No. of
Agencies Agencies No. of Ints. Year
Olympiad-Felipe Rd 1 Mission Viejo 22 2024 – 2027
Garden Grove Blvd 4 Westminster, Fountain Valley, Santa Ana, Orange 34 2019 – 2023 Los Alisos Blvd 6 Aliso Viejo, Laguna Hills, Lake Forest, Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, Caltrans
40 2019 – 2023
Camino Vera Cruz 1 San Clemente 5 2019 - 2022
Fairview Road 3 Costa Mesa, Santa Ana, Caltrans 31 2018 - 2022 Irvine Boulevard 3 Irvine, Tustin, Caltrans 33 2018 - 2021 Seal Beach Blvd 3 Seal Beach, Los Alamitos, Caltrans 13 2014 - 2017 Jeronimo Road 2 Lake Forest, Mission Viejo 15 2014 - 2017 Edinger Avenue 5 Santa Ana, Fountain Valley, Westminster, Huntington Beach, Caltrans
38 2013 - 2016
Jeffrey Road 2 Irvine, Newport Beach 33 2013 - 2016
Ave Hermosa/Los Mares 2 San Clemente, Caltrans 29 2012 - 2015 Ave Pico/El Camino Real 2 San Clemente, Caltrans 39 2012 - 2014

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RELEVANT TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONAL INNOVATIONS
ADVANTEC is at the forefront of designing, implementing, and operating the latest ITS technologies in day-to-day traffic conditions and special events. Our staff has developed and deployed local cities to regionwide network signal synchronization and managed special events using advanced traffic management systems and operations centers that are connected to Bluetooth/Wi-Fi roadside units, video detection cameras, and High-definition CCTV that provide real-time counts and traffic conditions, allowing for quick response to traffic issues. ADVANTEC has developed and implemented many innovative policies and operational approaches, such as:
✓ Regionwide Signal Timing Parameters
✓ Network Signal Synchronization
✓ Special Events Traffic Operations via Regional TMC
✓ Traffic Responsive Pilot Projects
✓ Using Acyclica Arterial Management System, Yunex Roadside Units (RSUs), Iteris VDS, Bosch CCTV Cameras to collect real-time traffic data, speeds, origin destination, etc. to manage and update signal timing and synchronization plans in real-time
✓ Developing Big Data Work Plan to manage traffic operations. ✓ Designed and currently building a Traffic Operations Center inside La Quinta Polo Fields to support management of traffic, parking, circulation, etc. during major special events, including Coachella Music Festival and Stagecoach ADVANTEC is also working with equipment vendors and manufacturers to develop and test the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on many aspects of traffic management and operations. Some potential applications include:
✓ Traffic Operations / Special Event Operations
✓ Weather Event Operations
✓ Integrated Corridor Management (ICM)
✓ Dynamic TSS Plans
✓ Connected/Automated Vehicles

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Jose Guedes, TE
Project Manager
Jose Guedes is a project manager, senior engineer, and team leader in ADVANTEC's Traffic Signal Operations and Synchronization practice. He has over 35 years of experience in traffic forecast/modeling, operations, and engineering, including 28 years in traffic signal synchronization project management on over 3,000 intersections.

Relevant Project Experience
Design Services for Olympiad Road-Felipe Road TSSP (Mission Viejo, CA) | Ongoing – ITS Task Leader. This project was funded by OCTA’s Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (RTSSP) for the Olympiad Road-Felipe Road Traffic Signal Synchronization Project (TSSP), and the City of Mission Viejo is the lead agency for this project. ADVANTEC is responsible for the preparation of plans, specifications and engineer’s estimates (PS&E) for Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) upgrades, traffic signal equipment upgrades, including fiber optic communications and traffic signal timing and synchronization along the Olympiad-Felipe corridor from Marguerite Parkway (North) & Olympiad Road to Marguerite Parkway (South) & Felipe Road. The project includes 16 signalized intersections along the corridor and 6 additional traffic signals located within half-mile along crossing streets. The majority of the traffic signal controllers are upgraded to Cobalt ATCs with ASC/3 software.

The communication upgrades along this corridor consisted of new Cisco Ethernet switches for traffic signals (edge switches) and one communication hub (aggregate switch), including the removal of existing and installation of new fiber optic cable (24 SMFO cable) along Felipe Road from El Retiro to Camden (1,130’) inside existing conduit.

Adaptive Traffic/Traffic Responsive Control Phase 1 (Alhambra, CA) | 2025 - Project Manager. The project consists of developing and implementing mobility improvements along four major corridors in the City of Alhambra: Atlantic Boulevard, Garfield Avenue, Fremont Avenue, and Valley Boulevard. Phase 1 of the project includes preparation of a project development plan, preliminary engineering and costs, operational analysis, Concept of Operations, and recommendations on ITS technologies and adaptive/responsive traffic control strategies. Phase 2 consists of preparing project plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) based on the improvements approved in Phase 1. This phase includes equipment procurement, environmental documentation and clearance, bid and construction support, system integration support, and final project report, including a "before and after study" comparison analysis.

Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG) Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program – Phase I and Phase II (Coachella Valley, Riverside County, CA) | Ongoing - Task Leader for Signal Synchronization. Mr. Guedes played a pivotal role in advancing the Intelligent Transportation Systems Programs for Coachella Valley, emphasizing the development of a smart region and preparing the region to integrate current and upcoming multi-modal transportation technologies and smart mobility programs. As a key member of the ADVANTEC team, he led the development of regionwide timing parameter guidelines and traffic signal synchronization plans for Phase I and Phase II, covering 25 corridors and 400 signalized intersections. He is actively refining synchronization plans for the summer season along three Phase I corridors: Highway 111, Washington Street, and Ramon Road.

City of Monterey Park, Adaptive Traffic/Traffic Responsive Control | 2025 - Task Leader for Signal Timing and Synchronization. The project consists of developing and implementing mobility improvements along four major corridors in the City of Alhambra: Atlantic Boulevard, Garfield Avenue, Fremont Avenue, and Valley Boulevard. These improvements were planned and developed with adjacent cities, Los Angeles County, and L.A. Metro Bus Priority project. Phase 1 of the project includes preparation of a project development plan, preliminary engineering and costs, operational analysis, Concept of Operations, and recommendations on ITS technologies and adaptive/responsive traffic control strategies. Phase 2 consists of preparing project plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) based on the approved improvements from Phase 1, implementing a Pilot Project, procuring an adaptive traffic control system (ATCS), and developing responsive traffic signal timing and coordination plans. This phase also consists of equipment procurement, environmental documentation and clearance, bid and construction support, system integration support, and final project report, including a “before and after study” comparison analysis.

Registration:

Traffic Engineering, CA TR1861
Years of Experience: 35
Years with Firm: 15
Education:

M.S, Transportation
Engineering, University of
California, Irvine, 1990
B. S., Civil Engineering,
Universidade de Sao Paulo,
Brazil, 1986
Professional Affiliations:

Institute of Transportation
Engineers (ITE)

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Los Alisos Boulevard Route Traffic Signal Synchronization and ITS Project (OCTA, Orange County, CA) | 2023 - Project Manager.

Funded by OCTA’s Project P program, this project involved the development of signal synchronization and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) enhancements along Aliso Viejo Parkway, Laguna Hills Drive, Paseo De Valencia, Los Alisos Boulevard, and Melinda Road (40 signals). Mr. Guedes spearheaded this Design-Build initiative, which entailed updating timing parameters in compliance with the latest CA-MUTCD standards, implementing signal synchronization, and designing, procuring, installing, and integrating ITS components, such as Fiber-Optic cables, Radar vehicle detection systems, GPS-based preemption technology, and CCTV cameras.

Additionally, the project encompassed the replacement of cabinets and controllers across Aliso Viejo, Laguna Hills, Lake Forest, Mission Viejo, and Rancho Santa Margarita. A two-year operation and monitoring phase followed, incorporating monthly travel time surveys and synchronization timing monitoring.

Garden Grove Boulevard Traffic Signal Synchronization and ITS Project (OCTA, Orange County, CA) | 2023 – Task Leader for Signal Synchronization. Funded by OCTA’s Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (RTSSP), also known as Project P, this initiative entailed the development of signal synchronization and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) enhancements along Garden Grove Boulevard, spanning from Valley View Street to Bristol Street (38 signals). Mr. Guedes assisted this Design-Build project, which involved updating timing parameters in accordance with the latest CA-MUTCD guidelines, implementing signal synchronization, and design, procurement, installation and integration of ITS components, such as Fiber-Optic cables, Video vehicle detection systems, CCTV cameras, as well as replacing the Video Wall at the Traffic Management Center, cabinets, and controllers across Westminster, Garden Grove, Orange, and Santa Ana. The project also included a two-year operation and monitoring phase, encompassing monthly travel time surveys and synchronization timing monitoring.

Fairview Road Corridor Traffic Signal Coordination Project (Costa Mesa, CA) | 2022 – Project Manager. The City of Costa Mesa, in partnership with the City of Santa Ana, was awarded a grant by the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (RTSSP - Project P) for the Fairview Road Corridor Traffic Signal Coordination Project. The project includes coordinating traffic signal timing and providing necessary upgrades to traffic signal infrastructure, including integration and improvements to monitor signals at the City’s Traffic Management Center. The Fairview Corridor contains 34 signals between Garden Grove Boulevard and Newport Boulevard and runs 8.5 miles crossing the jurisdictions of Costa Mesa, Santa Ana and Caltrans.

ADVANTEC was selected to conduct this Design-Build project, which consists of updating timing parameters using the latest CAMUTCD, development of signal synchronization (34 signals), and includes the design and installation of: wireless communications, Fiber-Optic cables, Radar vehicle detection, GPS-based preemption, CCTV cameras, and replacement of cabinets and controllers. The project includes a two-year operation and monitoring phase, with monthly travel time surveys and synchronization timing monitoring.

Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program for
Avenida De La Carlota Corridor Project
City of Laguna Hills
Carlos A. Ortiz, PE, TE, PTOE
Project Director
Mr. Ortiz is a globally recognized expert bringing smart mobility and technology solutions to Smart Cities/Regions, Connected/Automated Vehicles (CAV), Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), Traffic Engineering, and Transportation Planning and Engineering Projects and Programs for numerous agencies, private developments, and institutions. He has worked on many multi-modal and complex projects and can resolve problems quickly and efficiently by drawing on his many years of experience in our transportation industry. Mr. Ortiz served on the ITE International Board of Directors as International Director, representing the ITE Western District. Mr. Ortiz is currently serving on the Board at ITS California.

Relevant Project Experience
Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG) Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program – Phase II (Coachella Valley, Riverside County, CA) | Ongoing - Project Manager. ADVANTEC has been awarded a second sole-source contract by CVAG to expand the development and implementation of the Smart Region Program in the Coachella Valley. Phase II follows the guiding principles of the Phase I Program to prepare local agencies and CVAG for future emerging transportation technologies, including connected vehicles, autonomous vehicles, big data, integrated corridor management (ICM), and Smart Cities initiatives; with an emphasis in the deployment of valley-wide intelligent transportation technologies, signal synchronization, and installation of Traffic Management Centers (TMC). Currently, Phase II of the program consists of major tasks including:

Environmental, Preliminary Engineering, Technology Assessment and Evaluation (including Intelligent Transportation systems, Connected and Autonomous Vehicles, and Smart Cities), Systems Integrator Procurement and Design, Coordinating and Managing the Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSM&O) Committee Meetings, grant application support, and maintenance of the project website. Under the Phase II Program, ADVANTEC is preparing the final design of eighteen (18) priority corridors, modification/expansion of ten (10) Traffic Management Centers (TMC), three (3) Data Aggregated Centers (DAC), and the Regional TMC. In addition, Phase II includes upgrades of 245 traffic signal systems, installation/upgrade of approximately 95-miles of signal communications, and installation of various ITS field elements, including closed-circuit television systems, dynamic/changeable message signs, arterial management systems, detection systems, and C-V2X for vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2I) communications. Phase II also includes the planning, design and implementation of Broadband Communications along 21 corridors in the Coachella Valley.

City of Monterey Park, Adaptive Traffic/Traffic Responsive Control | Ongoing – Project Director. The project involved developing and implementing mobility improvements along three major corridors in the City of Monterey Park: Atlantic Boulevard, Garfield Avenue and Garvey Avenue. Phase 1 consists of preparing a Traffic Signal and Communications Plan report. This report was developed to analyze existing traffic signal, ITS, and communications infrastructure and operations. Based on the results of the existing conditions analysis, recommendations are provided that define the project traffic signal, ITS, and communications infrastructure and traffic operations improvements (adaptive traffic control, traffic responsive, and/or time of day traffic signal synchronization). This phase includes a cost analysis to determine if the recommended improvements can be implemented within the allocated funds from the grant. Phase 2 consists of preparing project plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) and implementing traffic signal timing and operations improvements (adaptive traffic control, traffic responsive, and/or time of day traffic signal synchronization) based on the recommended improvements from Phase 1.

This phase also included equipment procurement, environmental documentation and clearance, bid and construction support, system integration support, and final project report, including a “before and after study” comparison analysis.

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Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program for
Avenida De La Carlota Corridor Project
City of Laguna Hills
Los Alisos Boulevard Route Traffic Signal Synchronization and ITS Project (OCTA, Orange County, CA) | 2023- Project Director. Funded by OCTA’s Project P program, this project involved the development of signal synchronization and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) enhancements along Aliso Viejo Parkway, Laguna Hills Drive, Paseo De Valencia, Los Alisos Boulevard, and Melinda Road (40 signals). Mr. Guedes spearheaded this Design-Build initiative, which entailed updating timing parameters in compliance with the latest CA-MUTCD standards, implementing signal synchronization, and designing and installing Fiber-Optic cables, Radar vehicle detection systems, GPS-based preemption technology, and CCTV cameras. Additionally, the project encompassed the replacement of cabinets and controllers across Aliso Viejo, Laguna Hills, Lake Forest, Mission Viejo, and Rancho Santa Margarita. A two-year operation and monitoring phase followed, incorporating monthly travel time surveys and synchronization timing monitoring.

Garden Grove Boulevard Traffic Signal Synchronization and ITS Project (OCTA, Orange County, CA) | 2023 – Project Director. This project was funded by OCTA’s Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (RTSSP), also known as Project P, and it consisted of the development of signal synchronization and ITS improvements along Garden Grove Boulevard, from Valley View Street to Bristol Street (38 signals). This Design-Build project consists of updating timing parameters using latest CA-MUTCD, development of signal synchronization, and design and installation of: Fiber-Optic cables, Video vehicle detection, CCTV cameras, replacement of Video Wall at Traffic Management Center, and replacement of cabinets and controllers, in the cities of Westminster, Garden Grove, Orange and Santa Ana. Project also included a two-year operation and monitoring phase, with monthly travel time surveys and synchronization timing monitoring.

Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG) Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program – Phase I (Coachella Valley, Riverside County, CA) | 2023 - Project Manager. As part of this program, ADVANTEC developed the Regionwide ITS Master Plan that will be used as a planning tool to prepare local agencies and CVAG for future emerging transportation technologies including nine (9) Traffic Operation Centers (TOC), One (1) Regional Traffic Management Center(TMC), connected and automated vehicles (CAV), Big Data, integrated corridor management (ICM), Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS), Mobility on Demand (MOD), and Smart Cities initiatives.

The work consists of thirty-five major tasks including: CVAG Traffic Signal Interconnect Master Plan, System Engineering Management Plan (SEMP), Concept of Operations (ConOps) and Strategic Deployment Plan, System Requirements, Environmental, Preliminary Engineering, Technology Assessment and Evaluation (including Intelligent Transportation systems, CAV, and Smart Cities), Systems Integrator Procurement and Design, System Implementation, Construction Management and Inspection, Traffic Signal Synchronization, Operations and Maintenance, and preparation of project website. ADVANTEC prepared final plans, specifications, and engineer’s estimates (PS&E) for Phase I, including three major corridors and 138 signalized intersections. ITS elements consist of open architecture and state-of-the-art 2070 and NEMA ATC units with Application Programing Interface (API), Openly sharing Management Information Base (MIBs) at no cost to CVAG, Smart Closed-Circuit Television (CCCTV) systems with analytics, Arterial Performance Measurement Systems (APEMS), Changeable Message Signs (CMS), Video/Radar Detection Systems, secured Ethernet fiber optic communications and the Regional TMC and nine (9) local TOCs. Phase II-A consists of 22 corridors and 245 signalized intersections, and Phase II-B consists of 49 corridors and 275 signalized intersections.

Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG) Smart Region Program – Regional Broadband Communications (Coachella Valley, Riverside County, CA) | 2023 - Project Manager. As part of the Region’s Smart Region Program, ADVANTEC provides planning and design professional services for implementing Broadband Communications along 24 Corridors in the Coachella Valley. The State of California Middle Mile Grant funds the first project to design Broadband Communications along Highway 111 from Palm Springs to Coachella. ADVANTEC supports CVAG in extending the region’s broadband program to the Salton Sea.

Marguerite Parkway Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (TSSP) Project (Orange County, CA) – Project Manager. As part of an on-call traffic engineering services contract for Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) and Hartzog, Crabill & Associates, Mr.

Ortiz was responsible for the synchronization of 32 traffic signals in the cities of Mission Viejo and San Juan Capistrano. Benefits to be gained by improving traffic flow include reduced fuel consumption and improved air quality. The project consisted of reviewing the geometric layout, existing traffic signal equipment, signal synchronization-related infrastructure, and model development using Synchro software. An additional project objective was to identify deficiencies with the existing traffic signal control equipment and intersection operations, and provide recommendations towards simple, low-cost solutions that may be implemented to correct such deficiencies, to assist the traffic operations along this corridor.

Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program for
Avenida De La Carlota Corridor Project
City of Laguna Hills
John A. Dorado, PE
Task Leader - System Design/ITS PS&E
Mr. John Dorado is a Senior Project Manager. Mr. Dorado is a dedicated and technically skilled business professional with over 26 years of experience in Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) engineering, planning and design, traffic engineering, and transportation planning. He provides a balanced understanding of public and private sector projects, skillfully meets challenges, and creates positive change. Some of his notable projects are as follows:

Relevant Project Experience
Design Services for Olympiad Road-Felipe Road TSSP (Mission Viejo, CA) | Ongoing – ITS Task Leader. This project was funding by OCTA’s Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (RTSSP) for the Olympiad Road-Felipe Road Traffic Signal Synchronization Project (TSSP), and the City of Mission Viejo is the lead agency for this project. ADVANTEC is responsible for the preparation of plans, specifications and engineer’s estimates (PS&E) for Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) upgrades, traffic signal equipment upgrades including fiber optic communications and traffic signal timing and synchronization along the Olympiad-Felipe corridor from Marguerite Parkway (North) & Olympiad Road to Marguerite Parkway (South) & Felipe Road. The project includes 16 signalized intersections along the corridor and 6 additional traffic signals located within half-mile along crossing streets. The majority of the traffic signal controllers are upgraded to Cobalt ATCs with ASC/3 software.

The communication upgrades along this corridor consisted of new Cisco Ethernet switches for traffic signals (edge switches) and one communication hub (aggregate switch) including the removal of existing and installation of new fiber optic cable (24 SMFO cable) along Felipe Road from El Retiro to Camden (1,130’) inside existing conduit.

Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG) Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program – Phase I and Phase II (Coachella Valley, Riverside County, CA) | Ongoing (Construction) - Deputy Project Manager. Mr. Dorado played a pivotal role in advancing the Intelligent Transportation Systems Programs for Coachella Valley with an emphasis in the development of a smart region and prepare the region for integration of current and upcoming multi-modal transportation technologies, and smart mobility programs. ADVANTEC prepared final plans, specifications, and engineer’s estimates (PS&E) for Phase I and includes three major corridors and 138 signalized intersections. ITS elements consist of open architecture and state-of-the-art 2070 and NEMA ATC units with Application Programing Interface (API), Openly sharing Management Information Base (MIBs) at no cost to CVAG, Smart Closed-Circuit Television (CCCTV) systems with analytics, Arterial Performance Measurement Systems (APEMS), Changeable Message Signs (CMS), Video/Radar Detection Systems, secured Ethernet fiber optic communications and the Regional TMC and nine (9) local TOCs. Phase II-A consists of 22 corridors and 245 signalized intersections; and Phase II-B consist of 49 corridors and 275 signalized intersections.

Citywide Traffic and ITS Upgrades and Adaptive Traffic/Traffic Responsive Control Project (Monterey Park, CA) | Ongoing – Project Manager. The project consisted of development and implementation of mobility improvements along three major corridors in the City of Monterey Park: Atlantic Boulevard, Garfield Avenue and Garvey Avenue. These improvements were planned and developed in conjunction with adjacent cities, Los Angeles County, and L.A. Metro Bus Priority project. Phase 1 consists of preparing a Traffic Signal and Communications Plan report developed to analyze existing traffic signal, ITS, and communications infrastructure and traffic operations. Based on existing conditions analysis, recommendations are provided that define the project traffic signal, ITS, and communications infrastructure and traffic operations improvements (adaptive traffic control, traffic responsive, and/or time of day traffic signal synchronization). Phase 2 consists of preparing project plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) and implementing traffic signal timing and operations improvements (adaptive traffic control, traffic responsive, and/or time of day traffic signal synchronization), and implementing a Pilot Project, procurement of an adaptive traffic control system (ATCS), and developing responsive traffic signal timing and coordination plans. This phase also consists of equipment procurement, environmental Registration:

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Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program for
Avenida De La Carlota Corridor Project
City of Laguna Hills
documentation and clearance, bid and construction support, system integration support, and final project report including a “before and after study” comparison analysis.

Design Services Citywide Traffic Signal Optimization Project (Corona, CA) | Ongoing (Construction) – Project Manager. The purpose of this project is to enhance safety and mobility and reduce environmental impacts of motorists by implementing technologies that will result in more efficient traffic detection and optimize traffic signal operations on the City’s major arterial corridors. This goal will be accomplished using advanced high-definition hybrid camera/radar sensors, high-resolution traffic data acquisition, and advanced traffic algorithms capable of adapting to changes in traffic conditions. This includes expanding the City’s current central traffic control system (Econolite Centracs ATMS), enhancing several ITS sub-systems, and preparing the City for implementing Next-Generation technologies, such as an Adaptive Traffic Control System (ATCS) and Automated Traffic Signal Performance Measures (ATSPMs). The project improvements include but are not limited to; new advanced traffic controllers (Econolite’s Cobalt ATC NEMA/2070), hybrid radar/video detection systems, Ethernet switches, system detection improvements, in-cabinet fiber optic equipment (as needed), and required software licensing along 12 corridors. All ITS devices and traffic signals will be integrated to the City’s Traffic Management Center (TMC) where all systems can be managed and controlled by the TMC operator(s). The following summarizes the project corridors (12) and the number of signalized intersections within project limits per corridor, for a total of 126 intersections.

City of Huntington Beach (Citywide Smart City Projects, CA) | 2024– Project Manager. ADVANTEC provided Systems Engineering and design services (PS&E) for various projects in the City of Huntington Beach. The projects included ITS upgrades at these locations: City Hall to the downtown area and City building and facilities; Oak View Community Center and City Well Site; City Hall to Utility Yard; and TS Signal Upgrades along Garfield Avenue. The projects consisted of installing fiber optic cable and conduit, traffic signal controllers, and ethernet switches. ADVANTEC also ensured network improvements were compatible, expandable, and scalable for the City’s traffic management and monitoring systems, and for the City’s Information Technology (IT) network. This included fiber assignments and management, connectivity, and setup of virtual local area networks (VLAN), and internet protocol (IP) addressing. This configuration was established to virtually separate data/video from the traffic and ITS infrastructure, and the data/information/video from City’s buildings and facilities. Strategies were also implemented for cyber security and redundant communications. These projects were strategic to the City’s Fiber and Communications Master Plan and expanded their fiber optic infrastructure to the various areas throughout the City. These projects required close coordination with the City’s IT staff and building department during the design, and network development stages. In addition, coordination with Caltrans was required to obtain encroachment permits for the work along Pacific Coast Highway and Beach Boulevard.

OCTA, Garden Grove Boulevard Traffic Signal Synchronization and ITS Project, Orange County, CA | 2023 – Project Manager. This project was funded by OCTA’s Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (RTSSP), also known as Project P, and it consisted of development of signal synchronization and ITS improvements along Garden Grove Boulevard, from Valley View Street to Bristol Street (38 signals). This Design-Build project consists of updating timing parameters using latest CA-MUTCD, development of signal synchronization, and design and installation of: Fiber-Optic cables, Video vehicle detection, CCTV cameras, replacement of Video Wall at Traffic Management Center, and replacement of cabinets and controllers, in the cities of Westminster, Garden Grove, Orange and Santa Ana. Project also included a two-year operation and monitoring phase, with monthly travel time surveys and synchronization timing monitoring.

Fairview Road Corridor Traffic Signal Coordination Project (Costa Mesa, CA) | 2022 – Task Leader. The City of Costa Mesa, in partnership with the City of Santa Ana, was awarded a grant by the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (RTSSP - Project P) for the Fairview Road Corridor Traffic Signal Coordination Project. The project includes coordinating traffic signal timing and providing necessary upgrades to traffic signal infrastructure including integration and improvements to monitor signals at City’s Traffic Management Center. The Fairview Corridor contains 34 signals between Garden Grove Boulevard and Newport Boulevard and runs 8.5 miles crossing the jurisdictions of Costa Mesa, Santa Ana and Caltrans.

ADVANTEC was selected to conduct this Design-Build project, which consists of updating timing parameters using latest CA-MUTCD, development of signal synchronization (34 signals), and includes the design and installation of: wireless communications, Fiber-Optic cables, Radar vehicle detection, GPS-based preemption, CCTV cameras, and replacement of cabinets and controllers. Project also includes a two-year operation and monitoring phase, with monthly travel time surveys and synchronization timing monitoring.

Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program for
Avenida De La Carlota Corridor Project
City of Laguna Hills
John Cox
Task Leader - Construction Support
Mr. Cox is a Systems Engineer for ADVANTEC who specializes in Intelligent Transportation Systems, Communications, Fiber Optic Technologies, Closed Circuit Television, Changeable Message Signs, Wireless Broadband Ethernet, Traffic Management Center Systems Integration and various Advanced Traffic Management System hardware/software suites.

With extensive experience in the transportation industry, Mr. Cox has been involved in dozens of transportation and traffic engineering projects that include both design and execution of Traffic Signal, ITS, CCTV, CMS, TMS and Fiber Optic Communications. Mr. Cox has integrated and maintained such systems to support centralized signal control deployments. Additionally, he has an extensive background in the public sector, where he designed and maintained the Traffic Management Center of the City of Costa Mesa for over 10 years. The following provides a summary of his successful project deliveries for clients over the past 26 years:

Relevant Project Experience
Design Services for Olympiad Road-Felipe Road TSSP (Mission Viejo, CA) | Ongoing – ITS Systems Engineer. This project was funding by OCTA’s Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (RTSSP) for the Olympiad Road-Felipe Road Traffic Signal Synchronization Project (TSSP), and the City of Mission Viejo is the lead agency for this project. ADVANTEC is responsible for the preparation of plans, specifications and engineer’s estimates (PS&E) for Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) upgrades, traffic signal equipment upgrades including fiber optic communications and traffic signal timing and synchronization along the Olympiad-Felipe corridor from Marguerite Parkway (North) & Olympiad Road to Marguerite Parkway (South) & Felipe Road. The project includes 16 signalized intersections along the corridor and 6 additional traffic signals located within halfmile along crossing streets. The majority of the traffic signal controllers are upgraded to Cobalt ATCs with ASC/3 software. The communication upgrades along this corridor consisted of new Cisco Ethernet switches for traffic signals (edge switches) and one communication hub (aggregate switch) including the removal of existing and installation of new fiber optic cable (24 SMFO cable) along Felipe Road from El Retiro to Camden (1,130’) inside existing conduit.

Citywide Traffic and ITS Upgrades and Adaptive Traffic/Traffic Responsive Control Project (Monterey Park, CA) | Ongoing – Systems Engineer. The project consisted of development and implementation of mobility improvements along three major corridors in the City of Monterey Park: Atlantic Boulevard, Garfield Avenue and Garvey Avenue. These improvements were planned and developed in conjunction with adjacent cities, Los Angeles County, and L.A. Metro Bus Priority project. Phase 1 consists of preparing a Traffic Signal and Communications Plan report developed to analyze existing traffic signal, ITS, and communications infrastructure and traffic operations. Based on existing conditions analysis, recommendations are provided that define the project traffic signal, ITS, and communications infrastructure and traffic operations improvements (adaptive traffic control, traffic responsive, and/or time of day traffic signal synchronization). Phase 2 consists of preparing project plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) and implementing traffic signal timing and operations improvements (adaptive traffic control, traffic responsive, and/or time of day traffic signal synchronization), and implementing a Pilot Project, procurement of an adaptive traffic control system (ATCS), and developing responsive traffic signal timing and coordination plans. This phase also consists of equipment procurement, environmental documentation and clearance, bid and construction support, system integration support, and final project report including a “before and after study” comparison analysis.

Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG) Smart Region Program – Phase II (Coachella Valley, Riverside County, CA) | Ongoing (Construction) – Systems Engineer. ADVANTEC has been awarded a second contract by CVAG to expand the development and implementation of Smart Region Program in the Coachella Valley. Phase II follows the guiding principles of the Phase I Program to prepare local agencies and CVAG for future emerging transportation technologies including connected vehicles, autonomous Registration:

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Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program for
Avenida De La Carlota Corridor Project
City of Laguna Hills
vehicles, big data, integrated corridor management (ICM), and Smart Cities initiatives; with an emphasis in the deployment of valleywide intelligent transportation technologies, signal synchronization, and installation of Traffic Management Centers (TMC). Currently, Phase II of the program consists of major tasks including: Environmental, Preliminary Engineering, Technology Assessment and Evaluation (including Intelligent Transportation systems, Connected and Autonomous Vehicles, and Smart Cities), Systems Integrator Procurement and Design, Coordinating and Managing the Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSM&O) Committee Meetings, grant application support, and maintenance of project website. Under the Phase II Program, ADVANTEC is preparing final design of eighteen (18) priority corridors, modification/expansion of ten (10) Traffic Management Centers (TMC), three (3) Data Aggregated Centers (DAC), and the Regional TMC. In addition, Phase II includes upgrades of 245 traffic signal systems, installation/upgrade of approximately 95-miles of signal communications, and installation of various ITS field elements, including closed-circuit television systems, dynamic/changeable message signs, arterial management systems, detection systems, and C-V2X for vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2I) communications. Phase II also includes the planning, design and implementation of Broadband Communications along 21 corridors in the Coachella Valley.

Imperial Highway Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) Project, PS&E, (Norwalk, CA) | 2025 – Systems Engineer. ADVANTEC was responsible for the preparation of plans, specifications and engineer’s estimates (PS&E) for Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) upgrades, traffic signal equipment and detection upgrades, and improvements for ADA compliance. This project included fiber optic communications testing, traffic signal timing and coordination for the City’s Imperial Highway Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) from San Gabriel River to Shoemaker Avenue Project. The proposed project improvements involved the installation of 7,000 linear feet of fiber optic cable from the city limits at the San Gabriel River to Firestone Boulevard.

Los Alisos Boulevard Route Traffic Signal Synchronization and ITS Project (OCTA, Orange County, CA) | 2023 - Systems Engineer.

Funded by OCTA’s Project P program, this project consisted of development of signal synchronization and ITS improvements along Aliso Viejo Parkway, Laguna Hills Drive, Paseo De Valencia, Los Alisos Boulevard and Melinda Road, (40 signals). ADVANTEC was selected to conduct this Design-Build project, which consists of updating timing parameters using latest CA-MUTCD, development of signal synchronization, design and installation of: Fiber-Optic cables, Radar vehicle detection, GPS-based preemption, CCTV cameras, and replacement of cabinets and controllers, in the cities of Aliso Viejo, Laguna Hills, Lake Forest, Mission Viejo and Rancho Santa Margarita. Project also included a two-year operation and monitoring phase, with monthly travel time surveys and synchronization timing monitoring.

OCTA, Garden Grove Boulevard Traffic Signal Synchronization and ITS Project, Orange County, CA | 2023 – Systems Engineer. This project was funded by OCTA’s Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (RTSSP), also known as Project P, and it consisted of development of signal synchronization and ITS improvements along Garden Grove Boulevard, from Valley View Street to Bristol Street (38 signals). This Design-Build project consists of updating timing parameters using latest CA-MUTCD, development of signal synchronization, and design and installation of: Fiber-Optic cables, Video vehicle detection, CCTV cameras, replacement of Video Wall at Traffic Management Center, and replacement of cabinets and controllers, in the cities of Westminster, Garden Grove, Orange and Santa Ana. Project also included a two-year operation and monitoring phase, with monthly travel time surveys and synchronization timing monitoring.

Fairview Road Corridor Traffic Signal Coordination Project (Costa Mesa, CA) | 2022 – Systems Engineer. The City of Costa Mesa, in partnership with the City of Santa Ana, was awarded a grant by the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (RTSSP - Project P) for the Fairview Road Corridor Traffic Signal Coordination Project. The project includes coordinating traffic signal timing and providing necessary upgrades to traffic signal infrastructure including integration and improvements to monitor signals at City’s Traffic Management Center. The Fairview Corridor contains 34 signals between Garden Grove Boulevard and Newport Boulevard and runs 8.5 miles crossing the jurisdictions of Costa Mesa, Santa Ana and Caltrans.

ADVANTEC was selected to conduct this Design-Build project, which consists of updating timing parameters using latest CA-MUTCD, development of signal synchronization (34 signals), and includes the design and installation of: wireless communications, Fiber-Optic cables, Radar vehicle detection, GPS-based preemption, CCTV cameras, and replacement of cabinets and controllers. Project also includes a two-year operation and monitoring phase, with monthly travel time surveys and synchronization timing monitoring.

Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program for
Avenida De La Carlota Corridor Project
City of Laguna Hills
Ryan Miller
Task Leader Project Report and O&M Phase
Ryan Miller is a project engineer with experience in traffic engineering studies, traffic signal synchronization and operations, and ITS design. Ryan has 13 years of experience and has worked on multiple traffic signal synchronization studies. He is an expert in the use of Synchro, SimTraffic and Tru-Traffic software. His Traffic and Design software experience includes AutoCAD, Civil3D, and MicroStation.

Relevant Project Experience
City of Alhambra, Adaptive Traffic/Traffic Responsive Control | 2026 – Project Engineer. The project consists of the development and implementation of mobility improvements along four major corridors in the City of Alhambra: Atlantic Boulevard, Garfield Avenue, Fremont Avenue, and Valley Boulevard. Phase 1 of the project includes preparation of a project development plan, preliminary engineering and costs, operational analysis, Concept of Operations, and recommendations on ITS technologies and adaptive/responsive traffic control strategies. Phase 2 consists of preparing project plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) based on the approved improvements from Phase 1. This phase also consists of equipment procurement, environmental documentation and clearance, bid and construction support, system integration support, and final project report including a “before and after study” comparsion analysis.

City of Glendale, Citywide Traffic and Mobility Study | Ongoing – Project Engineer. The primary goal of the CTMS is to improve traffic and mobility within the City by providing a detailed analysis of the City’s transportation system and a quantitative view of current transportation issues, impacts, concerns, trends, system capacity surplus and shortfalls.

The CTMS will assess the existing traffic and congestion throughout the City, expand the City’s current Synchro Level of Service (LOS) model to evaluate the existing traffic flow, forecast the near-term-future (10 years) traffic congestions using City’s Traffic model, provide recommended countermeasure alternatives to improve traffic flow and circulation, while maintaining consideration of other active modes of travel and discouraging commuter traffic intrusion into residential neighborhoods.

The CTMS will also evaluate lane reconfiguration alternatives identified in the latest versions of the Citywide Pedestrian Plan (CPP) and the Glendale Bicycle Transportation Plan (BTP) and respective impacts on traffic congestion, circulation, and potential traffic intrusion into residential neighborhoods. The study will develop innovative ideas to improve possible congestion resulting from implementation of the BTP and CPP.

The CTMS also includes a) preparation of a Citywide Emergency Vehicle Response Routes to assist fire department during major emergencies; b) public and stakeholder outreach to gather input from public through surveys and website; and, c) a Speed Limit Study to identify street segments that may qualify as “Business Activity Districts” and be considered for lower speed limits. Results from the CTMS data collection and analysis will be made available through user-friendly GIS maps.

Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG) Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program – Phase I and Phase II (Coachella Valley, Riverside County, CA) | Ongoing - Project Engineer for Signal Synchronization. Mr. Miller played a pivotal role in advancing the Intelligent Transportation Systems Programs for Coachella Valley with an emphasis in the development of a smart region and prepare the region for integration of current and upcoming multi-modal transportation technologies, and smart mobility programs. As a key member of the ADVANTEC team, he led the development of regionwide timing parameter guidelines, and traffic signal synchronization plans for Phase I and Phase II, covering a total of 25 corridors and 400 signalized intersections. Currently, he is actively involved in refining synchronization plans for the summer season along three Phase I corridors: Highway 111, Washington Street, and Ramon Road.

OCTA, Los Alisos Boulevard Route Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (Orange County, CA) | 2023 – Task Leader. Mr.

Miller optimized the signal timing and coordination for the 40 signalized intersections along the Route for the various participating agencies (City of Aliso Viejo, City of Laguna Hills, City of Lake Forest, City of Mission Viejo, Caltrans, and City of Rancho Santa Margarita).

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IMSA Certified Work Zone
Temporary Traffic Control
Technician, No. ZZ_129800
Years of Experience: 13
Years with Firm: 12
Education:

B.S., Civil Engineering,
California State Polytechnic
University, Pomona, 2009
Professional Affiliations:

Institute of Transportation
Engineers (ITE)
American Society of Civil
Engineering (ASCE)
Orange County Traffic
Engineers Committee (OCTEC)

Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program for
Avenida De La Carlota Corridor Project
City of Laguna Hills
He created the Synchro model for each time period. He analyzed and updated the existing yellow and red clearance timing and pedestrian timing to current California MUTCD standards. He performed implementation and fine-tuning of new coordination in the field. He also assisted with organizing the before and after travel time studies for the route.

OCTA, Garden Grove Boulevard Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (Garden Grove, CA) | 2023 – Task Leader. Mr. Miller optimized the signal timing and coordination for the 43 signalized intersections along the Route for the various participating agencies (City of Westminster, City of Garden Grove, City of Orange, City of Santa Ana and Caltrans). He created the Synchro model for each time period. He analyzed and updated the existing yellow and red clearance timing and pedestrian timing to current California MUTCD standards. He performed implementation and fine-tuning of new coordination in the field. He also assisted with organizing the before and after travel time studies for the corridor.

Fairview Road Corridor Traffic Signal Coordination Project (Costa Mesa, CA) | 2022 – Project Engineer. The City of Costa Mesa, in partnership with the City of Santa Ana, was awarded a grant by the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (RTSSP - Project P) for the Fairview Road Corridor Traffic Signal Coordination Project. The project includes coordinating traffic signal timing and providing necessary upgrades to traffic signal infrastructure including integration and improvements to monitor signals at City’s Traffic Management Center. The Fairview Corridor contains 34 signals between Garden Grove Boulevard and Newport Boulevard and runs 8.5 miles crossing the jurisdictions of Costa Mesa, Santa Ana and Caltrans.

ADVANTEC was selected to conduct this Design-Build project, which consists of updating timing parameters using latest CA-MUTCD, development of signal synchronization (34 signals), and includes the design and installation of: wireless communications, Fiber-Optic cables, Radar vehicle detection, GPS-based preemption, CCTV cameras, and replacement of cabinets and controllers. Project also includes a two-year operation and monitoring phase, with monthly travel time surveys and synchronization timing monitoring.

Camino Vera Cruz Corridor Traffic Signal Synchronization Project (City of San Clemente, CA) | 2021 – Project Engineer. The City of San Clemente has received funds from the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (RTSSP - Project P) for the Camino Vera Cruz Corridor Traffic Signal Synchronization. The project includes coordinating traffic signal timing and designing upgrades to traffic signal infrastructure including integration and improvements to monitor signals at City’s Traffic Management Center. The Camino Vera Cruz Corridor contains 5 signals between Camino De Los Mares and Avenida Vista Hermosa, and extends for approximately 1.5 miles within the City of San Clemente. The project consists of updating timing parameters using latest CA-MUTCD, development of signal synchronization, and includes the design for installation of: Fiber-Optic cable, Ethernet switches, “Flashing Yellow” Left Turn Phasing, Radar vehicle detection, and replacement of controllers. Project also includes a twoyear operation.

Irvine Boulevard Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Project (Irvine, CA) | 2021 – Project Engineer. Project included signal synchronization of 28 signals along corridor, and implementation of new signal controllers into new Central System (Centracs). Project scope consisted of: calculation of new timing parameters (yellow clearance, pedestrian clearance, bicycle minimum green) in accordance to MUTCD; collection of 7-day ADT and turning movement counts; development of optimized synchronization timing plans for AM, Off-peak, Midday, PM and Evening periods; Before and After Study with video recording of travel runs; programming of new controllers; timing implementation and fine-tuning; and preparation of project final report. Project also included a two-year operation and monitoring phase, with monthly travel time surveys and synchronization timing monitoring.

Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program for
Avenida De La Carlota Corridor Project
City of Laguna Hills
Rachel Tam, EIT
Lead Project Engineer | System Design/ ITS PS&E
Rachel Tam is a graduate of the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). She joined ADVANTEC in October 2023 as an Associate Engineer. Rachel is a dedicated team member with experience with various traffic engineering projects, including traffic signal design, signing and striping design, traffic studies, traffic signal operations, active transportation, parking studies, and retractable bollard design. She is knowledgeable in AutoCAD, Synchro, Bluebeam Revu, and ArcGIS Pro.

Relevant Project Experience
Citywide Traffic and ITS Upgrades and Adaptive Traffic/Traffic Responsive Control Project (Monterey Park, CA) | Ongoing – Project Engineer. The project consisted of development and implementation of mobility improvements along three major corridors in the City of Monterey Park: Atlantic Boulevard, Garfield Avenue and Garvey Avenue. These improvements were planned and developed in conjunction with adjacent cities, Los Angeles County, and L.A. Metro Bus Priority project. Phase 1 consists of preparing a Traffic Signal and Communications Plan report developed to analyze existing traffic signal, ITS, and communications infrastructure and traffic operations. Based on existing conditions analysis, recommendations are provided that define the project traffic signal, ITS, and communications infrastructure and traffic operations improvements (adaptive traffic control, traffic responsive, and/or time of day traffic signal synchronization). Phase 2 consists of preparing project plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) and implementing traffic signal timing and operations improvements (adaptive traffic control, traffic responsive, and/or time of day traffic signal synchronization), and implementing a Pilot Project, procurement of an adaptive traffic control system (ATCS), and developing responsive traffic signal timing and coordination plans. This phase also consists of equipment procurement, environmental documentation and clearance, bid and construction support, system integration support, and final project report including a “before and after study” comparison analysis.

Design Services Citywide Traffic Signal Optimization Project (Corona, CA) | Ongoing (Construction) – Project Engineer. The purpose of this project is to enhance safety and mobility and reduce environmental impacts of motorists by implementing technologies that will result in more efficient traffic detection and optimize traffic signal operations on the City’s major arterial corridors. This goal will be accomplished using advanced high-definition hybrid camera/radar sensors, high-resolution traffic data acquisition, and advanced traffic algorithms capable of adapting to changes in traffic conditions. This includes expanding the City’s current central traffic control system (Econolite Centracs ATMS), enhancing several ITS sub-systems, and preparing the City for implementing Next-Generation technologies, such as an Adaptive Traffic Control System (ATCS) and Automated Traffic Signal Performance Measures (ATSPMs). The project improvements include but are not limited to; new advanced traffic controllers (Econolite’s Cobalt ATC NEMA/2070), hybrid radar/video detection systems, Ethernet switches, system detection improvements, in-cabinet fiber optic equipment (as needed), and required software licensing along 12 corridors. All ITS devices and traffic signals will be integrated to the City’s Traffic Management Center (TMC) where all systems can be managed and controlled by the TMC operator(s). The following summarizes the project corridors (12) and the number of signalized intersections within project limits per corridor, for a total of 126 intersections.

City of Norwalk, Pioneer Boulevard Traffic Signal, ITS, ADA, and FOC Improvements Project, Norwalk, CA – Project Engineer. Ms. Tam updated the traffic signal and fiber optic design plans for the Pioneer Boulevard HSIP Traffic Signal Modifications and Fiber Optic Improvements project. She ensured that all engineering estimates were precise and aligned with project requirements. The project aimed to upgrade traffic signal infrastructure and improve communication systems in Norwalk, CA, thereby enhancing overall traffic safety and efficiency. Her updates contributed to meeting project standards and client expectations. This effort supported modernizing the city's traffic signal and communication systems.

City of Industry, ITS Master Plan, CA – Associate Engineer. Ms. Tam compiled and reviewed chapters for the City of Industry’s ITS Technology Assessment Report, focusing on various manufacturers and products. This report, being a part of the City’s Master Plan, Ms. Tam evaluated technology assessment forms and the results for each product to ensure compatibility with the objectives of the City. This project involved recommending Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) technologies. Her assessments identified suitable technologies for implementation. This project facilitated informed decision-making regarding ITS technologies.

Registration:

Engineer-In-Training, CA
Certificate No. EIT 174449
Years of Experience: 5
Years with Firm: 2
Education:

B.S., Civil Engineering,
University of California, Los
Angeles, CA, 2021

SECTION D.

ORGANIZATIONAL CHART

Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program for
Avenida De La Carlota Corridor Project
City of Laguna Hills
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D. ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
Mobilizing the appropriate staff quickly is essential to the timely performance of this important project for the City of Laguna Hills. This requires a management approach that emphasizes streamlined communication and quality control. As a partner to the City, the ADVANTEC Team will commit to delivering this project on time and within budget. We recognize that City staff have high expectations for capability and performance. The ADVANTEC Team has impeccable experience in planning, designing, constructing, operating, maintaining, and managing various multi-modal ITS, signal timing, and traffic signal synchronization projects. Our team brings together all the skills and expertise required to successfully complete all elements under this contract. ADVANTEC has been committed to our clients’ success for many years, and our expert team will provide the appropriate project management and technical expertise while providing responsive services to the City of Laguna Hills. Our Project Manager, Mr. Jose Guedes, TE, will be the primary contact with the city during the project period. No substitution of our Project Manager will occur without written approval from the City Project Manager. Our Project Management Structure and Organizational Chart, as shown in Figure D.1, illustrates the proposed organizational structure of our project team.

Jose Guedes, TE
Project Manager
John Dorado, PE
System Design/ITS PS&E
Carlos Ortiz, PE, TE, PTOE
Project Director
Rachel Tam
Lead Project Engineer for
System Design/ITS PS&E
John Cox
Construction Support
Subconsultants = (1) Counts Unlimited, Inc.

Legend:
= Key Personnel = Support Staff
ITS PS&E Support
John Cox, Frank Gomez, Rob Steaffens,
Dylan Syson
Before/After Study and
Project Report Support
Jonathan Nguyen, Brandon Chin
Ryan Miller
Before/After Study
and Project Report
Before & After Travel Study Runs
Abe Campos (1)
Construction Support
Rob Steaffens
Frank Gomez
Ryan Miller
Continuing Support
O&M Phase
Communications and Detection Support
John Cox
Rob Steaffens
Monthly Drive Survey
Jonathan Nguyen
Brandon Chin
Figure D.1 – ORGANIZATIONAL CHART

SECTION E.

REFERENCES

Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program for
Avenida De La Carlota Corridor Project
City of Laguna Hills
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E. REFERENCES
A summary of some of our representative RTSSP and ITS Projects are provided below. The project scope of work, innovative solutions, year of completion, project staff involved, and client contact information are provided.

LOS ALISOS BLVD “ROUTE” REGIONAL TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PROJECT Cities Of Mission Viejo, Laguna Hills, Aliso Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, Caltrans, and OCTA
Year completed: 2019-2023
Contract: $500,000
Project Staff: Jose Guedes, John Dorado, Ryan
Miller, John Cox, Rob Steaffens, Frank Gomez
City of Mission Viejo
Mr. Mario Gutierrez
Transportation Engineer
949-470-3068
Email: [email protected]
This project consisted of development and
implementation of signal synchronization and ITS
improvements at 40 traffic signals along the Los Alisos Boulevard “Route” (Aliso Creek Road, Laguna Hills
Drive, Paseo De Valencia, Los Alisos Boulevard, and
Melinda Road). This Design-Build project included design and installation of: Fiber-Optic communications, Video
and Radar vehicle detection, CCTV cameras, APS and
Countdown systems, and replacement of cabinets and
controllers, in the cities of Aliso Viejo, Laguna Hills, Lake Forest, Mission Viejo and Rancho Santa Margarita. ADVANTEC also served as the Systems Engineer and provided Construction Management, Inspection and oversight of our Contractor including system integration, testing and commissioning, and final approvals from the local agencies.

ADVANTEC developed optimized coordination plans for AM, Midday, PM and weekend peak periods. Project also included a two-year operation and monitoring phase, with monthly travel time surveys and synchronization timing monitoring.

GARDEN GROVE BLVD REGIONAL TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PROJECT Cities Of Garden Grove, Westminster, Orange, Santa Ana, and OCTA Year completed: 2019-2023
Contract: $650,000
Project Staff: John Dorado, Jose Guedes, Ryan
Miller, John Cox, Rob Steaffens, Bryan Elenes,
Frank Gomez
City of Garden Grove
Juan Navarro, P.E.

Associate Engineer
714-741-5186
Email: [email protected]
ADVANTEC served as the prime consultant for this
Design-Build project, being responsible for the
preparation of plans, specifications and engineer’s
estimates (PS&E); procurement of new ITS, traffic
signal equipment, fiber optic communication and
networking equipment, Traffic Management
Center (TMC) upgrades; and providing signal
synchronization for 34 signalized intersections
crossing multiple jurisdictions from Valley View
Street to Bristol Street for the Cities of Garden
Grove (20 signals), Westminster (4 signals), Orange (1 signal), Santa Ana (1 signal), and Caltrans (8 signals) with additional intersections within ¼ mile away. This includes providing a concept of operations, and detailed analysis using Synchro and Tru-Traffic software for determining timing and coordination plans for AM, Midday, and PM peak hours and weekend day. As part of the design-build project effort, ADVANTEC also served as the Systems Engineer and provided Construction Management, Inspection and oversight of our Contractor including system integration, testing and commissioning, and final approvals from the local agencies.

Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program for
Avenida De La Carlota Corridor Project
City of Laguna Hills
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ADAPTIVE/TRAFFIC RESPONSIVE CONTROL UPGRADE PROJECT
City of Alhambra
Year completed: 2024-Present (in PS&E phase)
Contract:

Preliminary Engineering $231,000
PS&E and Implementation: $1,380,159
Project Staff: Jose Guedes, John Dorado, John
Cox, Ryan Miller, Rachel Tam, Rob Steaffens, Frank
Gomez
City of Alhambra
Mr. Bahman Janka, PE
Principal Traffic Engineer (Consultant -Transtech)
310-892-2520
Email: [email protected]
ADVANTEC was selected by the City of Alhambra to provide professional engineering services to develop and implement corridor mobility improvement projects (MIPs) on four major arterials—Garfield Avenue, Fremont Avenue, Atlantic Boulevard, and Valley Boulevard (62 intersections)—that experience congestion because of the discontinuity of the SR-710 North Freeway. These 4 project corridors act as major thoroughfares between the I- 10 and I-210 freeways and are candidates for adaptive traffic control and/or responsive traffic control. An additional 16 signalized intersections in the City were also evaluated and updated as part of this project. These improvements are being planned and developed in conjunction with adjacent cities and Los Angeles County (LA County) to ensure that traffic operations are coordinated through major corridors within the I710 area. The project is being conducted in two phases:
▪ Phase 1 consisted of reviewing existing traffic patterns using current and historical data (Big Data), field inventory of traffic signal system infrastructure conditions, and preparing preliminary engineering documents for the implementation of recommended project improvements, including traffic responsive and adaptive operations, within the allocated funds from the LA METRO grant. ADVANTEC worked closely and cooperatively with the City of Alhambra, L.A. County Public Works, L.A. METRO, and City of Monterey Park, in developing the analysis and improvements that will make this project successful.

ADVANTEC conducted an extensive inventory of the existing traffic signal, ITS, and communications infrastructure, traffic data collection, travel time data collection and analysis, user needs analysis, system requirements assessment, development of Concept-of-Operations (ConOps), evaluation and selection of Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS) upgrades, evaluation of Adaptive Traffic Control System (ATCS), Traffic Responsive Systems, recommended traffic signal, ITS, and communications improvements, and connectivity to the LA County RIITS. This information was summarized in several chapters including Existing Operations Assessment, Analysis of Current Operations and Maintenance/Needs Assessment, Traffic Data Analysis, Concept of Operations, Evaluation of Adaptive and Traffic Responsive Signal Systems, Recommended Traffic Controls and Equipment, Detailed Communication Plan Document, Signal System Implementation Plan, and Traffic Signal Operations and Maintenance Plan.
▪ Phase 2 will consist of preparing project plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E), and also procuring equipment, developing environmental documentation, bid and construction support, system integration.

CITY HALL – TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT WORKSTATION AND TRAFFIC/ITS SYSTEM WORKSTATION #1 ATMS/CCTV

LED VIDEO DISPLAY MONITOR TRAFFIC/ITS SERVER RACK DVI-HDMI HUB CABINET 2.5/10 GIGABIT UPLINK
T.S. CABINET T.S. CABINET T.S. CABINET T.S. CABINET
P2P
10/100/ 1000

NEMA ATC NEMA ATC NEMA ATC
T.S. CABINET
(STAND ALONE SIGNALS)

NEMA ATC
4G/5G

CELLULAR
4G/5G

CELLULAR

COMMUNICATIONS TO STAND ALONE SIGNALS

KITS ATMS AND CENTRACS ATMS AT LA COUNTY TMC
C2C
LINK
NEAR-TERM / PHASE 1 AND 2 IMPROVEMENTS
Cloud - Based Adaptive Traffic Control System

LINK TO LA COUNTY
Cloud - Based Adaptive Traffic Control System

LINK TO MONTEREY PARK

NEMA ATC
LEGEND:

WIRELESS LINK – 5.8GHz
CAT5/6 CABLE

HYBRID VIDEO DETECTION CAMERA

5.8GHz WIRELESS RADIO

NEMA ATC CONTROLLER (IP)
8 PORT MANAGED EDGE SWITCH (HARDENED)

PC WORKSTATION

NEMA ATC

SECTION F.

PROJECT UNDERSTANDING, OVERVIEW AND APPROACH

Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program for
Avenida De La Carlota Corridor Project
City of Laguna Hills
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F. PROJECT UNDERSTANDING, OVERVIEW AND APPROACH
F.1 OUR PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
The City of Laguna Hills was successful in obtaining funding from the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (RTSSP) for the Avenida De La Carlota Corridor. The City of Laguna Hills will be the lead-agency for the design, construction, and implementation of traffic signal improvements. OCTA’s Countywide Baseline Study will be responsible for the development and implementation of optimized traffic signal synchronization timing along the project corridor. The City’s Project Management Team will manage this project.

The City desires to contract with an experienced consultant to develop traffic engineering and ITS design plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E), provide system integration, and construction management support services, prepare a final project report, and provide operations, maintenance, and monitoring support for 2 years after implementation of the signal timing along the project corridor, while successfully delivering the project in accordance with OCTA requirements.

The project corridor is approximately 2.2 miles long and consists of 8 signalized intersections, from Lake Forest Drive to Los Alisos Parkway. This project shares intersections with the Lake Forest Drive TSSP project and the Paseo De Valencia-Moulton Confluence Bypass TSSP project, as depicted in Figure F.1.

The project will be divided in two phases, which are expected to be completed over a 3-year period, as follows: Phase 1 - Primary Implementation (PI) 1-year duration, and Phase 2 – Operations & Maintenance (O&M) 2-year duration.

During the Primary Implementation Phase the project will construct and install traffic signal improvements, and in coordination with OCTA’s Countywide Baseline Study, the signal timing along the project corridor will be updated to meet current traffic demands and patterns. The goals of the project are to update signal timing and coordination, provide traffic signal ITS elements, and establish communications at the local agency Traffic Management Center (TMC).

The project will include the upgrade of existing hardware and installation of new equipment, including:
✓ Fiber Optic cable and conduit
✓ Ethernet Switches
✓ Cobalt ATC controllers
✓ CCTV cameras
✓ Improvements to TMC
Our ultimate goals in this project are to work hand-in-hand with the City of Laguna Hills to reduce the travel time and delay with perceptible improvements; reduce vehicle stops and vehicle emissions thereby improving the air quality along the Avenida De La Carlota corridor; and provide City staff the ability to monitor and observe traffic conditions and adjust signal timings in real-time from the city’s Traffic Management Center (TMC). To accomplish these goals, ADVANTEC will work with the Countywide Baseline Study and Lake Forest Drive TSSP projects to implement and maintain traffic signal timing and coordination plans for AM, Midday, PM, and weekend peak periods, and assist the participating agencies in constructing all the necessary hardware and equipment to fully fulfill their needs. ADVANTEC will execute and deliver this project for the City of Laguna Hills with minimal use of city resources. ADVANTEC will be responsible for the accuracy and completeness of all work and services and will provide the resources to accelerate project completion with promptness and efficiency.

CORRIDOR CHARACTERISTICS
The Avenida de la Carlota Corridor is a 2.2-mile secondary arterial, with two travel lanes in each direction, dedicated left turn lanes, and a painted median. The corridor has a speed limit of 40 mph, includes 8 signalized intersections and serves a daily traffic volume of 9,000 to 14,000 vehicles. The most congested section of the corridor occur between the I-5 on/off ramps at Paseo De Valencia and El Toro Road. The corridor provides direct access to the southbound I-5 freeway, at Lake Forest Drive, at Paseo De Valencia and at El Toro intersections. The corridor parallels the I-5 freeway and connects residents to retail (Furniture Row), business parks, hotels, Laguna
Hills
Laguna Woods
Lake
Forest
Mission
Viejo
Aliso
Viejo
Figure F.1 – Project Corridor