Laguna Hills City Council
October 13, 2026

Don Caskey
Mayor
Jared Mathis
Mayor Pro Tempore
Erica Pezold
Council Member
Joshua Sweeney
Council Member
Dave Wheeler
Council Member
City of Laguna Hills
City Council / Planning Agency
Regular Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 - 6:00 PM
(Closed Session at 5:00 p.m. when scheduled)
City Council Chamber
24035 El Toro Road
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
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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: Councilmember Pezold
Pledge of Allegiance: Mayor Pro Tem Mathis
Roll Call of City Council Members

1. Presentations and Proclamations

1.1 Legislative Update and City Council Recognition by
Assemblymember Diane Dixon
Recommendation: That the City Council receive the report.

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

2. Schedule of Future Events

2.1 Schedule of Future Events
Recommendation: That the City Council receive the schedule of future 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.

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 the Minutes for the September 22, 2026, Regular Meeting
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the minutes for the September 22, 2026, Regular meeting.

4.3 Approval of La Paz Road Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program Cooperative Agreement with Laguna Niguel
Recommendation: That the City Council: 1. Approve the Cooperative Agreement by and between the City of Laguna Hills and the cities of Aliso Viejo, Laguna Niguel, and Mission Viejo for the La Paz Road Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program Project; 2. Authorize the City Attorney to make minor modifications as may be necessary to execute the Agreement; 3. Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement; and 4. Authorize the City Manager to execute future amendments to the Agreement.

4.4 Approval of Cabot Road Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program Cooperative Agreement with Laguna Niguel
Recommendation: That the City Council: 1. Approve the Cooperative Agreement by and between the City of Laguna Hills and the cities of Laguna Niguel and Mission Viejo for the Cabot Road Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program Project; 2. Authorize the City Attorney to make minor modifications as may be necessary to execute the Agreement; 3. Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement; and 4. Authorize the City Manager to execute future amendments to the Agreement.

4.5 Development Impact Fees Report for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Fiscal Year 2025- 2026 Development Impact Fees Annual Report pursuant to California Government Code Section 66006.

4.6 Ratification of October 13, 2026 Warrant Register
Recommendation: That the City Council ratify the accompanying Warrant Register for the period from September 14, 2026, to October 4, 2026, in the amount of $1,923,594.41.

4.7 Measure M2 Expenditure Report FY 2025/2026
Recommendation: That the City Council: 1. Approve the M2 Expenditure Report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2026, for submittal to the Orange County Transportation Authority and 2. Adopt a Resolution entitled: "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laguna Hills, California, Concerning the Measure M2 (M2) Expenditure Report for the City of Laguna Hills for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2026." Items Removed from the Consent Calendar

5. Administrative Reports

5.1 City Manager

5.2 Community Development Director

5.2.1 Award of Professional Services Agreement for Building Plan Check and Inspection Services
Recommendation: That the City Council:

1. Adopt a resolution approving a Professional Services Agreement with Transtech Engineers, Inc. for Building Consulting and

Support Services for an initial three-year term from November 1, 2026, through October 31, 2029, with up to two additional oneyear extensions, each subject to mutual written agreement, and

2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement.

5.2.2 2025-2026 Orange County Grand Jury Report, “California Housing Mandates: The Unintended Reshaping of Orange
County Neighborhoods”
Recommendation: That the City Council:

1. Approve the City of Laguna Hills response to the 2025-2026 Orange County Grand Jury Report, California Housing
Mandates: The Unintended Reshaping of Orange County
Neighborhoods;

2. Authorize the Mayor to execute the response on behalf of the City Council; and

3. Direct the City Manager to submit the executed response to the Presiding Judge of the Orange County Superior Court as required by applicable law.

6. City Council Member Committee Reports

6.1 Committee Assignment Reports
Recommendation: That the City Council receive reports from the City Councilmembers on the City Council Committee Assignments listed on the attachment.

7. City Council Member Comments
Adjournment
The next Regular Meeting of the City Council/Planning Agency will be October 27, 2026, at 6:00p.m., in the City Council Chamber, located at 24035 El Toro Road, Laguna Hills, California.

CERTIFICATION
I, JOSHUA STEVENSON, 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 October 9, 2026, 2026, at 5:00p.m.

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. 2.1
City of Laguna Hills
City Council / Planning Agency
Staff Report
Date: October 13, 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, October 27th, 6:00 p.m., Laguna Hills Civic Center Council Chamber Tuesday, November 10th, 6:00 p.m., Laguna Hills Civic Center Council Chamber Events, Communication, and Beautification Regular Meeting Monday, November 9th, 10:00 a.m., Laguna Hills Civic Center Admin Conference Room Traffic Commission Regular Meeting
Wednesday, November 18th, 6:00 p.m., Laguna Hills Civic Center Council Chamber Events:

Excursion to Knott’s Scary Farm
Thursday, October 15th, 5:15 p.m. – 12:00 a.m., meet at Laguna Hills Community Center Haunted Hills Halloween Décor Map
Friday, October 16th-Saturday, October 31st, map available online at lagunahillsca.gov Excursion to Rubel’s Castle & Donut Man in Glendora
Friday, October 16th, 2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m., meet at Laguna Hills Community Center Circle of Friends Halloween Dance
Friday, October 16th, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Laguna Hills Community Center Heritage Room

Item No. 2.1
A Slice of Literary Orange
Wednesday, October 21st, 6:30 p.m., Laguna Hills Community Center Heritage Room Excursion to Underwood Family Farms Fall Harvest Festival Friday, October 23rd, 12:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m., meet at Laguna Hills Community Center Excursion to the Anaheim Fall Festival & Halloween Parade Saturday, October 24th, 1:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m., meet at Laguna Hills Community Center Excursion to Oceanside Dia de los Muertos Festival
Sunday, October 25th, 8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., Laguna Hills Community Center Town Green Attachments:

1. Event and Activities Flyer(s)

Knott’s Scary Farm is the longest-running and most haunting Halloween theme park event in Southern California. With over 50 years of nightmares, unimaginable scares and innovative thrills, Knott’s Scary Farm has left no tomb unearthed, no crypt un-rattled and no fear untouched. Experience the fully transformed theme park, with uniquely haunted mazes and attractions, sinister shows, and more than 1,000 horrifying creatures lurking in the fog and hiding across every inch of the park. Please note: Admission is not included and additional costs will apply. No outside food or beverage are allowed inside the event.

Costumes, masks, and props are strictly prohibited. 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# 2617
10/15 5:15PM-12:00AM Thursday
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
Excursion to Knott’s Scary Farm

Halloween Decor Map
Show off your spooky decor!
Haunted Hills
Get into the Halloween spirit by entering your home onto the City's Halloween Decor Map! Share your home online at
lagunahillsca.gov or scan the QR code to be featured.

All submissions due by Thursday, 10/15 to be displayed
on the website from Friday, 10/16 through Hdiioween.

Questions? Call (949) 707-2680

Join us for a guided tour of Rubel Castle in Glendora, a unique landmark built from recycled materials and historic artifacts. Participants will explore the castle's fascinating architecture while walking through tunnels, stairs, gravel paths, and uneven terrain during a tour that lasts approximately two hours. Afterward, we'll stop at the famous Donut Man, where guests can purchase one of the area's favorite sweet treats. Please wear comfortable walking shoes, dress in layers, and bring water and spending money for refreshments. 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# 2618
10/16 2:00PM-10:00PM Friday
Fee: Resident $50, Non-Resident $55
Like us on at www.facebook.com/lagunahillscc
To register or for more information, please call (949) 707-2680 or visit www.lagunahillsca.gov
Excursion to Rubel's Castle &
Donut Man in Glendora

HALLOWEEN DANCE

C I R C L E O F F R I E N D S
16 O C T A T
6 PM
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SLICE

LITERARY ORANGE ELIZABETH

ACEVEDO
Meet Author
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OC PUBLIC LIBRARIES PRESENTS
Wednesday, October 21 at 6:30pm
ELIZABETH ACEVEDO was the 2022 Young People’s Poet Laureate and the New York Times-bestselling author of The Poet X, which won the National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, the Michael L. Printz Award, the Pura Belpré Award, the Carnegie medal, the Boston Globe–Horn Book Award, and the Walter Award. She holds a BA in Performing Arts from The George Washington University and an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Maryland. Acevedo has been a fellow of Cave Canem, Cantomundo, and is a National Poetry Slam Champion.

Laguna Hills Community Center
25555 Alicia Pkwy, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
For more information, call (714) 566-3072
or visit https://libraries.oc.gov/
The materials or product were a result of a project funded by a contract with the California Department of Aging and administered by the Orange County Office on Aging.

Books available for purchase, courtesy of Mysterious Galaxy Bookstore.

No registration required. Early arrival suggested.
in conversation with Leslie Priscilla

Let’s head to Underwood Family Farms for their Fall Harvest Festival, a welcoming seasonal outing in a beautiful farm setting. Stroll at a comfortable pace through open fields featuring pumpkin displays, farm animals, and festive harvest decorations, with plenty of shaded resting areas along the way. Guests can browse fresh local produce and seasonal treats while enjoying the sights and sounds of a working farm in harvest season. This outing is designed for a leisurely, low-impact visit with time to sit, explore, and enjoy the fall atmosphere. Be sure to dress in layers, bring plenty of water, and wear good footwear. 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# 2619
10/23 12:30PM-10:00PM Friday
Fee: Resident $30, Non-Resident $35
Like us on at www.facebook.com/lagunahillscc
To register or for more information, please call (949) 707-2680 or visit www.lagunahillsca.gov
Excursion to Underwood Family
Farms Fall Harvest Festival

Experience one of Orange County's longest-running community traditions featuring festive costumes, live entertainment, local vendors, familyfriendly activities, and the beloved nighttime parade through Historic Downtown Anaheim. Enjoy the charm of Main Street while exploring seasonal treats, handcrafted goods, and the vibrant atmosphere that brings together residents and visitors of all ages. This autumn excursion offers a fun-filled day celebrating Halloween, community spirit, and the rich history of one of Southern California's favorite fall events. Be sure to dress in layers, bring plenty of water, and wear good footwear. 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# 2620
10/24 1:00PM-9:30PM 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
Excursion to the Anaheim Fall
Festival & Halloween Parade

Enjoy a vibrant cultural celebration honoring the traditions of Día de los Muertos. Stroll through beautifully decorated altars (ofrendas), enjoy live music, cultural performances, and artisan displays, and take time to experience the meaning behind this heartfelt remembrance tradition. With traditional foods and a welcoming festival atmosphere, this outing offers an engaging blend of culture, art, and community celebration at an easygoing pace. 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# 2621
10/25 8:30AM-6:00PM Sunday
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
los Muertos Festival

MINUTES
City Council / Planning Agency
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the City Council / Planning Agency of the City of Laguna Hills, California, was called to order by Mayor Pro Tem at 6:00 p.m., on September 22, 2026, in the City Council Chambers at 24035 El Toro Road, Laguna Hills, California.

A complete copy of the agenda for the meeting containing all items as shown herein was posted by 6:00 p.m. on or before September 18, 2026, on the outdoor bulletin board at Laguna Hills City Hall. A copy was also posted at Laguna Hills Community Center and Knotty Pine Park.

Call to Order
Mayor Caskey called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m., upon determining that a quorum of Council was present.

Invocation: Mayor Pro Tem Mathis
Mayor Caskey called for the invocation. The invocation was given by Mayor Pro Tem Mathis.

Pledge of Allegiance: Councilmember Wheeler
Mayor Caskey called for the Pledge of Allegiance. The Pledge was led by Councilmember Wheeler.

Roll Call of City Council Members

Present: Mayor Don Caskey
Mayor Pro Tempore Jared Mathis
Council Member Erica Pezold
Council Member Joshua Sweeney
Council Member Dave Wheeler

Absent: None

1. Presentations and Proclamations

1.1. Appointment of Laguna Hills High School Student Liaisons and Alternate Student Liaisons
Marissa Allen was appointed as a Laguna Hills High School Student Liaison.

1.2. Laguna Hills High School Student Liaison Report
Marissa Allen gave the Laguna High School Student Liaison Report.

2. Schedule of Future Events

2.1. Schedule of Future Events
Mayor Caskey called for the Schedule of Future Events.

Assistant City Manager Joe Ames gave the schedule of future events.

3. Public Comments
Mayor Caskey called for Public Comments on matters not on the agenda.

There were none when called for.

4. Consent Calendar
Mayor Caskey called for the Consent Calendar.

A motion to approve the staff recommendation on the Consent Calendar was made by Councilmember Pezold, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mathis.

Result:

Yes 5, No 0, Abstained 0
Ayes: Mathis, Pezold, Caskey, Sweeney, Wheeler
Nays: None
Abstain: None

4.1. Waive Reading in Full of all Ordinances and Resolutions on the Agenda

4.2. Approval of the Minutes for the September 8, 2026, Regular Meeting

Approved the City Council/Planning Agency Minutes for the September 8, 2026, Regular Meeting.

4.3. Award of Consultant Agreement to CSG Consultants, Inc. for On-Call Public Works/Engineering Consulting and Support Services

1. Approved the proposed Consulting Agreement for On-Call Public Works/Engineering Consulting and Support Services with CSG Consultants, Inc.; 2. Authorized the City Attorney to make minor edits as may be necessary to execute the Agreement; and 3. Authorized the City Manager to execute the Agreement.

4.4 Approval of Hosting Agreement with Nobel Systems, Inc., for Enterprise Cloud Geographic Information Systems Services

1. Determined that it is appropriate to waive formal bidding requirements of the Laguna Hills Municipal Code (LHMC) for the award of the Hosting Agreement for Enterprise Cloud Geographic Information Systems Services to Nobel Systems, Inc., because a) The goods and supplies, equipment, materials, and contract services to be provided by Nobel Systems, Inc., are of a unique, sole source nature because of their quality, durability, availability, or fitness for a particular use and are available only from one source (LHMC Section 3-08.110 (A)); b) The goods and supplies, equipment, materials, or non-professional services are proprietary (LHMC Section 3-08.110(B)); c) Compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and/or requirements is not in the best interest of the City (LHMC Section 3-08.110(J)); and d) The goods and supplies, equipment, or nonprofessional services are for information technology, software, programming, or related equipment and devices (LHMC Section 3-08.110(K)); 2. Approved the Hosting Agreement with Nobel Systems, Inc.; 3. Authorized the City Manager to make minor modifications as may be necessary to execute the Agreement; and 4. Authorize the City Manager to sign the Agreement.

4.5 Ratification of September 22, 2026 Warrant Register Ratified the accompanying Warrant Register for the period from August 28, 2026, to September 13, 2026, in the amount of $1,233,485.21.

4.6 Treasurer’s Investment Report for August 2026
Received and filed the Treasurer’s Investment Report for the month of August 2026.

4.7 Annual Review of Investment and Portfolio Policy and Delegation of Investment Authority to the City Treasurer Adopted a Resolution entitled: “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laguna Hills, California, delegating investment authority to the City

Treasurer and approving a policy for the investment of City funds and rescinding Resolution No. 2025-10-14-1."

4.8 Development Application Status Report
Received and filed the report.

Items Removed from the Consent Calendar
No items were removed from the Consent Calendar.

5. Administrative Reports

5.1. City Manager
The City Manager did not have any reports.

5.2. Assistant City Manager

5.2.1. Proposed Resolution Removing a Portion of the No Parking Restriction, Modifying the Length of the Existing Parking Permit Zone, and Establishing a Street Sweeping Parking Prohibition on the North Side of Laguna Hills Drive
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt a Resolution entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laguna Hills, California, Removing a Portion of the No Parking Restriction, Modifying the Length of the Existing Permit Parking Zone, and Establishing a No Parking Zone During the Days and Hours of Street Sweeping on the North Side of Laguna Hills Drive Between Indian Hill Lane and Paseo de Valencia." Mayor Caskey called for this item.

Assistant City Manager Ames gave the Staff Report regarding this item.

The following residents spoke in favor of this item: Gary Steinberg and Scott Miller.

Council and Staff had discussion regarding this item.

A motion to approve staff’s recommendation was made by
Councilmember Sweeney, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mathis.

Councilmember Wheeler proposed to amend the motion to include a condition that the resolution would remove the permitting in this area and would make the parking at the target location open parking.

Councilmember Sweeney agreed to this amendment to his motion.

The City Attorney advised that the modification of the motion would require a separate agenda item that would rescind an earlier Resolution, thus would not be able to be passed at this meeting.

Mayor Caskey allowed an additional resident to speak. Mareen Bescher spoke regarding this item.

A motion to approve staff’s recommendation was moved by Councilmember Sweeney, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mathis.

Result:

Yes 4, No 1, Abstained 0
Ayes: Mathis, Caskey, Sweeney, Wheeler
Nays: Pezold
Abstain: None

6. Matters Agendized and Presented by City Council Members City Council Member Committee Reports

6.1. Review of Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Program Mayor Caskey called for this item. Councilmember Wheeler requested this item to be on the agenda.

Councilmember Wheeler asked Captain Burk to give some information regarding the program.

Captain Burk gave a presentation regarding this item.

Chris Colwell, Senior Vice President of Flock Safety, spoke regarding this item.

Council had discussion regarding this item.

Mayor Caskey called for public comment.

The following residents spoke in opposition of this item: Amy [no last name given], Kathy Udovch, Alice L., Elijah Mannasero, and Jack Gravston.

The following resident spoke in favor of this item: Gary Steinberg.

The following residents submitted online comments in opposition: Jay C., Tracy Madlener, and Sebastian Young.

Council had additional discussion regarding this item.

No action was taken regarding this item.

7. City Council Member Committee Reports

7.1. Committee Assignment Reports
Mayor Caskey called for any Committee Assignment Reports from members of Council.

Councilmember Pezold spoke regarding the Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control Board. The Board put out a notice that there are elevated cases of West Nile Virus and urge residents to be vigilant. The Councilmember also spoke regarding the TCA.

Councilmember Wheeler spoke regarding OAAC.

8. City Council Member Comments
Mayor Caskey called for any City Council Member comments.

Councilmember Pezold spoke regarding AI use by Council. The Councilmember requested that this be placed on a future agenda. The motion did not receive a second.

Councilmember Sweeney spoke regarding the following: ACC-OC Legislative trip to Washington D.C.; OCFA trip to Colorado for the Fallen Fire Fighters Memorial; and the Councilmember thanked public safety.

Councilmember Wheeler spoke regarding AI use and technological advances.

Mayor Pro Tem Mathis spoke regarding the City and public safety agencies protecting the City.

Adjournment
At the hour of 8:29 p.m., with no further business to come before the City Council/Planning Agency at this session, Mayor Caskey adjourned the meeting to Tuesday, October 13, at 6:00 p.m.
______________________________

Joshua Stevenson, City Clerk
_______________________________
Don Caskey, Mayor

Item No. 4.3
City of Laguna Hills
City Council / Planning
Agency
Staff Report
Date: October 13, 2026
To: Mayor and Council Members
From: Joe Ames, Assistant City Manager
Issue: Approval of La Paz Road Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program Cooperative Agreement with Laguna Niguel
Recommendation: That the City Council: 1. Approve the Cooperative Agreement by and between the City of Laguna Hills and the cities of Aliso Viejo, Laguna Niguel, and Mission Viejo for the La Paz Road Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program Project; 2. Authorize the City Attorney to make minor modifications as may be necessary to execute the Agreement; 3. Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement; and 4. Authorize the City Manager to execute future amendments to the Agreement.

Background:

As part of Renewed Measure M (M2), the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) is responsible for implementing traffic signal coordination projects under the Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (RTSSP), also known as Project "P". These projects will improve traffic flow by providing traffic signal infrastructure improvements and synchronization on major corridors that cross several jurisdictions, totaling over 2,000 signalized intersections across Orange County.

In October 2024, City staff from the cities of Aliso Viejo, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, and Mission Viejo submitted a joint grant application for the La Paz Road RTSSP, from Olympiad Road/Felipe Road in Mission Viejo to Crown Valley Parkway in Laguna Niguel. The project corridor is approximately 8 miles long and spans four agencies, crossing both the I-5 freeway and the SR-73 toll road, and includes 33 traffic signals, 4 of which are located in and controlled by the city of Laguna Hills.

Item No. 4.3
A vicinity map is provided as Attachment A to the proposed Agreement.

On November 12, 2024, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024-11-12-1 ratifying the submittal of the RTSSP. In Summer 2025, OCTA awarded the RTSSP.

The project is currently being designed. Subject to available funding and the processing of a project amendment with OCTA, the project proposes to install battery backup, closed-circuit television cameras, radar detection (at one intersection), audible pedestrian signals, and new traffic signal controllers along the corridor within Laguna Hills. Separately, Cityside Fiber is installing new fiber optic communications in existing traffic signal interconnect conduit, which will allow for funding of some of the above improvements that were not included in the original grant application. City staff plans to process a project amendment with OCTA during the March 2027 Semi-Annual Review (SAR) process.

All participating agencies within the project corridor are required to enter into a Cooperative Agreement with the lead agency. Laguna Niguel will serve as the lead agency on this project. In the past, the City of Laguna Hills entered into a similar Cooperative Agreement with the City of Laguna Niguel as part of the Alicia Parkway Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program Project where the City of Laguna Niguel served as the lead agency.

The Cooperative Agreement describes the scope of work and responsibilities for each agency on this project. As the lead agency, Laguna Niguel would be responsible for managing the design, construction, and maintenance phases of the project as well as seeking reimbursement payments from OCTA and the participating agencies for completed work. Attachment B to the Cooperative Agreement specifies the dollar match amounts that would be invoiced by the City of Laguna Niguel to each participating agency, and the participating agencies would be responsible for making payments within 30 days of receipt of invoices.

City staff recommends approval of the Cooperative Agreement, as particularly detailed in the Recommended Action, including authorizing the City Manager to execute future amendments to the Agreement to allow for timely contract change orders to be made by Laguna Niguel staff, with the consent of Laguna Hills staff, during design and construction.

Fiscal Impact:

The Agreement states the estimated total design and construction cost of the project among the three cities is $2,146,426.

Item No. 4.3
OCTA covers up to 80% of the total project cost, up to a total amount of $1,933,165, and requires a minimum local match of 20% from each agency for its portion of the project.

The estimated cost for design and construction work within Laguna Hills is $622,310. Thus, the City's required 20% match is approximately $124,462.

The overall budget approved for CIP No. 168-P, La Paz Road Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Project, and CIP No. 168, Traffic Signal Improvements, if required, can accommodate these expenses.

Attachments:

1. Proposed La Paz Road RTSSP Cooperative Agreement

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COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT

BY AND BETWEEN

THE CITY OF LAGUNA NIGUEL
AND

THE CITIES OF ALISO VIEJO, LAGUNA HILLS, AND MISSION VIEJO

FOR THE

LA PAZ ROAD REGIONAL TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PROGRAM

PROJECT
This La Paz Road Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program Project Cooperative Agreement (“AGREEMENT”) is entered into as of _______________, 2026 (“Effective Date”) by and between the CITY OF LAGUNA NIGUEL, hereinafter referred to as “LAGUNA NIGUEL”, and the Cities of Aliso Viejo, Laguna Hills, and Mission Viejo, hereinafter referred to as “ALISO VIEJO”, “LAGUNA HILLS”, AND “MISSION VIEJO” respectively, jointly referred to as “AGENCIES”. LAGUNA NIGUEL and AGENCIES are sometimes referred to herein individually as a “PARTY” or collectively as the “PARTIES”.

RECITALS:

WHEREAS, La Paz Road between Olympiad Road/Felipe Road and Crown Valley Parkway, is geographically located in the Cities of Laguna Niguel, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Hills, and Mission Viejo; and
WHEREAS, La Paz Road between Olympiad Road/Felipe Road and Chrisanta Drive is maintained by MISSION VIEJO; and
WHEREAS, La Paz Road between Interstate 5 Northbound Off-Ramp/Muirlands Boulevard and Interstate 5 Southbound Off-Ramp/Cabot Road and between State Route 73 Northbound Ramps/Merienda and State Route 73 Southbound Ramps/Aliso Viejo Plaza are maintained by the State of California, hereinafter referred to as “STATE” or “CALTRANS”; and
WHEREAS, La Paz Road between Mclntyre Street and Moulton Parkway is maintained by LAGUNA HILLS; and

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WHEREAS, La Paz Road at Pacific Park Drive is maintained by ALISO VIEJO; and
WHEREAS, La Paz Road between Plaza Del La Paz/Avenida Breve and Crown Valley Parkway is maintained by LAGUNA NIGUEL; and
WHEREAS, the Measure M2 Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (RTSSP) targets over 2,000 signalized intersections across Orange County to maintain traffic signal synchronization, improve traffic flow and reduce congestion across jurisdictions; and
WHEREAS, LAGUNA NIGUEL and AGENCIES are committed to implementing multi-jurisdictional signal synchronization to enhance countywide traffic flow and reducing congestion; and
WHEREAS, LAGUNA NIGUEL has been awarded Project P funds based on the application (“APPLICATION”) prepared by LAGUNA NIGUEL for the implementation of signal synchronization of traffic signals along the La Paz Road Corridor between Olympiad Road/Felipe Road and Crown Valley Parkway (hereinafter, “PROJECT”); and WHEREAS, LAGUNA NIGUEL and AGENCIES will provide matching funds as required by the Orange County Comprehensive Transportation Funding Programs; and WHEREAS, LAGUNA NIGUEL agrees to act as the lead agency for design, construction and management of PROJECT; and
WHEREAS, the PROJECT will include twenty-three (23) traffic signals along La Paz Road, between Olympiad Road/Felipe Road and Crown Valley Parkway,, and located in the Cities of Laguna Niguel, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Hills, and Mission Viejo.

Additionally, ten (10) offset signalized intersections are included, for a total of thirtythree (33) signals, as shown in Attachment A; and WHEREAS, the PROJECT will include Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) elements identified in the Application and other associated systems (“ITS Elements”), that will be constructed and/or installed and implemented as part of the PROJECT; and WHEREAS, the PROJECT Scope of Work also includes the ongoing monitoring and maintenance of the coordinated signal system’s operation, including system communication/detection upkeep, for two years; and
WHEREAS, LAGUNA NIGUEL agrees to work with AGENCIES to coordinate

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the inclusion of other ITS elements that must be installed before or at the same time as the construction of the PROJECT and are not part of this Agreement; and WHEREAS, all costs associated with the inclusion of these other elements, if any, are the sole responsibility of the PARTY owning each and any of those other elements; and
WHEREAS, LAGUNA NIGUEL and each other respective PARTY acknowledge and understand that in-house resources (staff hours) from each PARTY will provide various services for the PROJECT per the Application; and WHEREAS, LAGUNA NIGUEL and each other respective PARTY acknowledge and understand that PROJECT costs for various types of additional work required by each respective PARTY may not have been included in the original application and therefore those costs are not included in the PROJECT allocation; and WHEREAS, LAGUNA NIGUEL and each other respective PARTY agree that these additional costs will be paid by the PROJECT only with written approval by LAGUNA NIGUEL, which may result in additional dollar match; and WHEREAS, LAGUNA NIGUEL agrees to implement the PROJECT as referenced on the Application; and
WHEREAS, the PARTIES desire to enter into this Agreement to implement the PROJECT in support of Project P as part of M2; and
WHEREAS, the PARTIES agree to contribute the share of the PROJECT as set forth in the Application, shown in Attachment B and incorporated herein by reference; and
WHEREAS, in the event the cost of the PROJECT exceeds the estimates as submitted in the Application prepared by LAGUNA NIGUEL, the PARTIES agree to meet and determine revisions to the PROJECT to satisfy the budget(s) or revised funding proposal(s) by the PARTIES, which shall be documented and submitted in writing as an amendment to the Agreement. Any cost overruns shall be the financial responsibility of the jurisdiction where the work improvement occurs or as the case may be, causes the required improvement; and
WHEREAS, this AGREEMENT defines the roles, specific terms, conditions and responsibilities between LAGUNA NIGUEL and AGENCIES; and

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WHEREAS, the City of ALISO VIEJO’s City Council approved this AGREEMENT on the ______ day of ________, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the City of LAGUNA HILLS’s City Council approved this AGREEMENT on the ______ day of ________, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the City of MISSION VIEJO’s City Council approved this AGREEMENT on the ______ day of ________, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the City of LAGUNA NIGUEL’s City Council approved this AGREEMENT on the ______ day of ________, 2026; and

AGREEMENT
NOW, THEREFORE, it is mutually understood and agreed by LAGUNA NIGUEL and AGENCIES as follows:

ARTICLE 1. COMPLETE AGREEMENT
A. This AGREEMENT, including any attachments incorporated herein and made applicable by reference, constitutes the complete and exclusive statement of the term(s) and condition(s) of the agreement between LAGUNA NIGUEL and AGENCIES concerning the PROJECT and it supersedes all prior representations, understandings and communications between the PARTIES. The invalidity in whole or in part of any term or condition of this AGREEMENT shall not affect the validity of other term(s) or condition(s) of the AGREEMENT. The above referenced Recitals are true and correct and are incorporated by reference herein.

B. LAGUNA NIGUEL’s failure to insist on any instance(s) of AGENCIES’ performance of any term(s) or condition(s) of this AGREEMENT shall not be construed as a waiver or relinquishment of LAGUNA NIGUEL’s right to such performance or to future performance of such term(s) or condition(s), and AGENCIES’ obligation in respect thereto shall continue in full force and effect. Changes to any portion of this Agreement shall not be binding upon LAGUNA NIGUEL except when specifically confirmed in writing by an authorized representative of LAGUNA NIGUEL by way of a written amendment to this Agreement and issued in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement.

C. AGENCIES’ failure to insist on any instance(s) of LAGUNA NIGUEL’S performance of any term(s) or condition(s) of this AGREEMENT shall not be construed as a waiver or relinquishment of AGENCIES’ right to such performance or to future

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performance of such term(s) or condition(s), and LAGUA NIGUEL’s obligation in respect thereto shall continue in full force and effect. Changes to any portion of this AGREEMENT shall not be binding upon AGENCIES except when specifically confirmed in writing by an authorized representative of AGENCIES by way of a written amendment to this AGREEMENT and issued in accordance with the provisions of this AGREEMENT.

ARTICLE 2. SCOPE OF AGREEMENT
This AGREEMENT specifies the roles and responsibilities of the PARTIES as they pertain to the subjects and PROJECT addressed herein. Both LAGUNA NIGUEL and AGENCIES agree that each will cooperate and coordinate with the other in all activities covered by this AGREEMENT and any other supplemental agreements that may be required to facilitate purposes thereof.

ARTICLE 3. RESPONSIBILITIES OF LAGUNA NIGUEL
LAGUNA NIGUEL as the Lead Agency agrees to the following responsibilities for the implementation of the PROJECT:

A. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall serve as lead agency for design, construction and construction management of PROJECT and shall provide oversight by establishing PROJECT milestones and overseeing the PROJECT development to ensure compliance with all standards and requirements set forth in this AGREEMENT.

B. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall be responsible for completing the PROJECT in accordance with the funding guidelines and any and all other federal, state, and Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) requirements related to these funding programs, as well as any and all applicable statutes and regulations including, but not limited to, bidding laws, prevailing wage and other labor laws, provisions of the California Building Standards Code, and the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the Guidelines thereunder.

C. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall provide AGENCIES with a copy of all design documents for AGENCIES’ approval of work to be performed in AGENCIES’ jurisdictions prior to LAGUNA NIGUEL advertising for bids.

D. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall provide staff, consultants, and contractors deemed necessary and appropriate to manage, administer, coordinate and oversee engineering design and construction management of the PROJECT. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall require

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all such consultants and contractors to obtain and maintain comprehensive general liability, automobile liability, workers’ compensation and employers’ liability, and professional liability insurance policies meeting the applicable requirements of the Consultant Contract and Bidders Specifications for the PROJECT and to indemnify, defend and hold each of the AGENCIES and their respective elected officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers (“Indemnitees”) free and harmless, including payment of attorneys’ and experts’ fees, with respect to any and all claims and liabilities of any kind arising out of each such contractor’s acts or omissions in the performance of work on the PROJECT, to the maximum extent permitted by law. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall require all such contractors to name the Indemnitees as additional insureds on all commercial general and automobile liability policies required by LAGUNA NIGUEL for the PROJECT.

E. The budget for the PROJECT is Two Million Four Hundred Sixteen Thousand Four Hundred Twenty-Five Dollars And Eighty Cents ($2,416,425.80). One Million Nine Hundred Thirty-Three Thousand One Hundred Forty Dollars And Sixty-Four Cents ($1,933,140.64) is funded by the OCTA Project P/Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program. Minimum PROJECT matching funds of twenty percent (20%) amount to Four Hundred Eighty-Three Thousand Two Hundred Eighty-Five Dollars And Sixteen Cents ($483,285.16). LAGUNA NIGUEL’s share of the match amounts to One Hundred Thirty-Three Thousand Six Hundred Twenty-Two Dollars And Forty Cents ($133,622.40).

F. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall maintain coordination with AGENCIES for construction of the PROJECT.

G. LAGUNA NIGUEL specifically shall coordinate construction activity for the PROJECT within AGENCIES and provide a schedule of the construction activity for the PROJECT within AGENCIES that is acceptable to AGENCIES. In the event of planned street closures, LAGUNA NIGUEL shall provide prior notice to, and receive approval from, the responsible AGENCY, prior to the execution of the street closure.

H. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall require AGENCIES and its officers and employees to be named as additional insured on the construction contractors’ liability insurance policies.

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I. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall collect manual intersection turning movement and automated machine traffic counts for the Caltrans-owned locations of Interstate 5 Northbound Off-Ramp, Interstate 5 Southbound Off-Ramp, State Route 73 Northbound Ramps, and State Route 73 Southbound Ramps.

J. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall implement required signal improvements at the locations set forth in the Application.

K. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall implement the PROJECT based on the intent of the usage in the Application, prepared by LAGUNA NIGUEL in accordance with the policies and procedures contained in the CTFP Guidelines.

L. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall provide formats, templates, and guidance in reporting requirements as described in the CTFP Guidelines.

M. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall manage, procure, implement, and complete all aspects of the PROJECT as identified in the Application.

N. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall cooperate with the OCTA and coordinate outreach efforts for the Primary Implementation (design and construction) phase of the PROJECT.

O. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall prepare a Project Final Report (Measure M2 Ordinance No. 3, Section B.III.9) for the PROJECT. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall provide the Project Final Report for the PROJECT to AGENCIES in draft and final formats for comment, and comments shall be noted in the final study and incorporated as mutually agreed by all PARTIES.

P. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall provide ongoing maintenance and operation of optimized signal timing after the Primary Implementation phase of the PROJECT is completed and to continue such maintenance until the end of the three (3) year grant period.

Q. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall provide updates to AGENCIES on the PROJECT as part of the semi-annual review process until completion of the three (3) year grant period for the PROJECT. Documents to be provided include, but are not limited to, contracts pertinent to the PROJECT and purchase orders pertinent to the PROJECT.

R. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall invoice AGENCIES for dollar match amounts due as identified in Attachment B, at the end of each phase.

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ARTICLE 4. RESPONSIBILITIES OF AGENCIES
AGENCIES agree to the following responsibilities:

A. AGENCIES shall be responsible for providing the required documentation and funding commitments for PROJECT implementation on the STATE portions of La Paz Road within their respective geographical jurisdictions.

B. AGENCIES shall remit to LAGUNA NIGUEL within thirty (30) calendar days of receipt of an acceptable invoice, the PROJECT matching funds as required by the Orange County Comprehensive Transportation Funding Programs. a. ALISO VIEJO’S share of the minimum twenty percent (20%) PROJECT match amounts to Eighty-Six Thousand One Hundred Thirty-Three Dollars And Seventy-Six Cents ($86,133.76).
b. LAGUNA HILLS’ share of the minimum twenty percent (20%) PROJECT match amounts to One Hundred Twenty-Four Thousand Four Hundred Sixty-Two Dollars And Sixteen Cents ($124,462.16). c. MISSION VIEJO’S share of the minimum twenty percent (20%) PROJECT match amounts to One Hundred Thirty Thousand Eight Hundred Twenty-Six Dollars And Eighty-Four Cents ($130,826.84), including up to Eight Thousand Two Hundred Forty Dollars And Zero Cents ($8,240.00) of in-kind services.

Documentation of AGENCIES’ in-kind services, such as administrative or construction inspection services, shall meet OCTA CTFP Guidelines.

C. At no cost to LAGUNA NIGUEL, AGENCIES shall provide LAGUNA NIGUEL with current intersection, local field master and/or central system timing plans and related data no later than thirty (30) calendar days subsequent to the execution of this AGREEMENT, and updates as they occur within seven (7) calendar days of the event.

D. At no cost to LAGUNA NIGUEL, AGENCIES shall provide to LAGUNA NIGUEL appropriate documents to utilize in the design and construction of infrastructure required to implement the desired coordinated and synchronized system and operations no later than thirty (30) calendar days subsequent to the execution of this AGREEMENT, and updates as they occur within seven (7) calendar days of the update.

E. AGENCIES shall waive all costs and fees related to any and all AGENCIES

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required encroachment and inspection permits required by the AGENCY for the construction phase of the PROJECT.

F. At no cost to LAGUNA NIGUEL, AGENCIES shall be responsible for coordinating the construction and/or installation of traffic control elements and other items within AGENCIES’ own jurisdictions that are not requested by the AGENCIES and are NOT a part of the PROJECT Scope of Work but, by necessity, must be built concurrent with the PROJECT.

G. Any additional work determined to be outside the PROJECT Scope of Work shall require prior written agreement by the PARTIES, and all associated costs shall be funded in full by the responsible PARTY or PARTIES. Such funds shall be provided upfront, prior to the commencement of any related construction activities.

H. In the event of an unanticipated cost overrun, LAGUNA NIGUEL shall meet with all AGENCIES to resolve the cost overrun. Should the PARTIES be unable to come to a resolution of the cost overrun, the AGREEMENT will terminate.

I. AGENCIES shall provide a technical representative to meet and participate as a member of the PROJECT’S Traffic Forums.

J. AGENCIES shall authorize LAGUNA NIGUEL to manage, procure, implement, and complete all aspects of the PROJECT.

K. AGENCIES shall support the PROJECT’S implementation within the timeframe outlined in the Application and consistent with the CTFP Guidelines adopted by OCTA.

L. AGENCIES shall provide LAGUNA NIGUEL all current intersection as-built drawings, all current intersections controller assembly plans as provided by the manufacturer and modified by Party since original installation, local field master, local controller, and Advanced Traffic Management System timing plans and other ITS related data upon request.

M. AGENCIES shall provide updates to LAGUNA NIGUEL on the PROJECT as part of the semi-annual review process until completion of the three (3) year grant period for the PROJECT. Documents to be provided include, but are not limited to, payroll records, contracts pertinent to the PROJECT, and purchase orders pertinent to the PROJECT.

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N. AGENCIES shall provide LAGUNA NIGUEL with a combined dollar and inkind services match, totaling at least twenty percent (20%) of actual PROJECT costs.

The Application estimate this amount to be as shown in Attachment B. PARTIES shall work with LAGUNA NIGUEL to address and mitigate budget impacts. Failure to provide local dollar match and/or evidence of in-kind services match may result in the ineligibility of future participation in competitive funding opportunities.

O. AGENCIES shall provide payment for the dollar match to LAGUNA NIGUEL within thirty (30) calendar days of receipt of an invoice.

P. AGENCIES shall provide documentation of conformance as part of the semiannual review process or as requested by LAGUNA NIGUEL, or agents of LAGUNA NIGUEL, if included an in-kind services match, as identified in Attachment B.

Q. AGENCIES shall waive all cost and fees related to any and all permits that may be required of the consultant, subconsultants, and/or service or equipment providers, if such permits are required to perform any PROJECT related work within its jurisdiction.

R. To review and approve in writing the traffic synchronization signal PS&E package within the respective jurisdiction within ten working days of receipt.

ARTICLE 5. MUTUAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PARTIES
The PARTIES agree to the following mutual responsibilities:

A. The PARTIES shall cooperate and coordinate their staff, contractors and consultants, in providing the services and responsibilities required under this AGREEMENT to the extent practicable with respect to the performance of the PROJECT.

B. The PARTIES agree to work together in good faith, using reasonable efforts to resolve any unforeseen issues and disputes arising out of the performance of this AGREEMENT.

C. The PARTIES shall be responsible for obtaining required STATE permits for requested improvements for their agency’s jurisdiction that are a part of the PROJECT Scope of Work on the STATE portions of La Paz Road within their respective geographic jurisdictions.

D. This AGREEMENT may only be modified or amended upon written agreement

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of all PARTIES. All modifications, amendments, changes and revisions of this AGREEMENT in whole or in part, and from time to time, shall be binding upon the PARTIES, so long as the same shall be in writing and executed by the PARTIES. No waiver of any term or conditions of this AGREEMENT shall be a continuing waiver thereof.

E. Applicable Laws and Regulations: This AGREEMENT shall be governed by all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. The PARTIES warrant that in the performance of this AGREEMENT, each shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, statutes and ordinances and all lawful orders, rules and regulations promulgated there under.

F. Any notice sent by first class mail, postage paid, to the address and addressee, shall be deemed to have been received three (3) business days after deposit in the U.S. Mail. The representatives of the PARTIES who are primarily responsible for the administration of this AGREEMENT, and to whom notices, demands and communications shall be given are as follows:

City of Laguna Niguel – Lead Agency
30111 Crown Valley Parkway
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Attention: Jason Jung
TITLE: Principal Civil Engineer
Tel: 949-362-4317
Email: [email protected]
City of Aliso Viejo
12 Journey
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
Attention: Quang Le
TITLE: Principal Civil Engineer
Tel: (949) 425-2531
Email: [email protected]

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City of Laguna Hills
24035 El Toro Rd
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Attention: Joe Ames
TITLE: Assistant City Manager
Tel: (949) 707-2655
Email: [email protected]
City of Mission Viejo
200 Civic Center
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Attention: Mario Gutierrez
TITLE: Transportation Engineer
Tel: (949) 470-3068
Email: [email protected]

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ARTICLE 6. DELEGATED AUTHORITY
The actions required to be taken by AGENCIES in the implementation of this AGREEMENT are delegated to their respective City Managers, Directors of Public Works, or designees, and the actions required to be taken by LAGUNA NIGUEL in the implementation of this AGREEMENT are delegated to its City Manager, Director of Public Works, or designee. AGENCIES acknowledges this designation of authority is authorized under their respective local rules and regulations.

ARTICLE 7. AUDIT AND INSPECTION
LAGUNA NIGUEL and AGENCIES shall maintain a complete set of records in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Upon reasonable notice, AGENCIES shall permit the authorized representatives of the LAGUNA NIGUEL to inspect and audit all work, materials, payroll, book, accounts, and other data and records of AGENCIES for a period or five (5) years after final payment, final closeout, or until any on-going audit is completed, whichever is later. For purposes of audit, the date of completion of this Agreement shall be the date of the LAGUNA NIGUEL’S payment of consultant’s final billing (so noted on the paid invoice) under this AGREEMENT.

LAGUNA NIGUEL shall have the right to reproduce any such books, records, and accounts. The above provision with respect to audits shall extend to and/or be included in contracts with AGENCIES’ contractors.

ARTICLE 8. INDEMNIFICATION
A. To the fullest extent permitted by Law, AGENCIES shall defend (at AGENCIES’ sole cost and expense with legal counsel reasonably acceptable to LAGUNA NIGUEL), indemnify, protect, and hold harmless LAGUNA NIGUEL, and its officers, directors, employees, and agents (collectively the “Indemnified Parties”), from and against any and all liabilities, actions, suits, claims, demands, losses, costs, judgements, 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 (AGENCIES employees included), for damage to property, including property owned by LAGUNA NIGUEL, or from any violation of any federal, state, or local law or ordinance, alleged to

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be caused by the negligent acts, omissions or willful misconduct of AGENCIES its officers, directors, employees or gents in connection with or arising out of the performance of this AGREEMENT.

B. To the fullest extent permitted by law, LAGUNA NIGUEL shall defend (at LAGUNA NIGUEL’S sole cost with legal counsel reasonably acceptable to AGENCIES), indemnify protect, and hold harmless AGENCIES, including their officers, directors, employees, and agents (collectively the “Indemnified Parties”), from and against any an all liabilities, actions, suits, claims, demands, losses, costs, judgements, 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 deaths by AGENCIES, or from any violation of federal, state, or local law or ordinance, alleged to be caused by the negligent acts, omissions or willful misconduct of LAGUNA NIGUEL, its officers, directors, employees or agents in connection with or arising out of the performance of this AGREEMENT.

C. The indemnification and defense obligations of this AGREEMENT shall survive its expiration or termination.

ARTICLE 9. ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
A. Term of AGREEMENT: This AGREEMENT shall continue in full force and effect through June 30, 2028.

B. Amendment: This AGREEMENT may be extended or amended at the mutual consent of all PARTIES hereto. No amendment shall have any force or effect unless executed in writing and approved as to form by each AGENCIES’ City Attorney and the City Attorney for LAGUNA NIGUEL.

C. Termination: In the event any PARTY defaults in the performance of their respective obligations under this agreement or breaches any of the provisions of the AGREEMENT, a non-defaulting PARTY(s) shall have the option to terminate the AGREEMENT upon thirty (30) calendar days prior written notice to the PARTY in default D. Termination for Convenience: Any PARTY may terminate this AGREEMENT for convenience by providing thirty (30) calendar days prior written notice of its intent to terminate for convenience to the other PARTY.

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statutes, ordinances and regulations of any governmental authority having jurisdiction over the PROJECT.

F. Legal Authority: The PARTIES hereto consent that they are authorized to execute this AGREEMENT on behalf of said PARTIES and that, by so executing this AGREEMENT, the PARTIES hereto are formally bound to the provisions of this AGREEMENT.

G. Severability: If any term, provision, covenant or condition of this AGREEMENT is held to be invalid, void or otherwise unenforceable, to any extent, by any court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder of this AGREEMENT shall not be affected thereby, and each term, provision, covenant or condition of this AGREEMENT shall be valid and enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law.

H. Counterparts of AGREEMENT: This AGREEMENT may be executed and delivered in any number of counterparts, each of which, when executed and delivered shall be deemed an original and all of which together shall constitute the same AGREEMENT. Facsimile signatures will be permitted.

I. Assignment: Neither this AGREEMENT, nor any of the PARTIES’ rights, obligations, duties, or authority hereunder may be assigned in whole or in part by any PARTY without the prior written consent of the other PARTY hereto in its sole and absolute discretion. Any such attempt of assignment shall be deemed void and of no force and effect. Consent to one (1) assignment shall not be deemed consent to any subsequent assignment, nor the waiver of any right to consent to such subsequent assignment.

J. Governing Law: The laws of the State of California and applicable local and federal laws, regulations and guidelines shall govern this AGREEMENT. Any action brought relating to this AGREEMENT shall be adjudicated in a court of competent jurisdiction in the County of Orange, State of California.

K. Litigation Fees: Should litigation arise out of this AGREEMENT for the performance thereof, the court shall award costs and expenses, including attorney's fees, to the prevailing PARTY.

L. Force Majeure: Either PARTY shall be excused from performing its obligations under this AGREEMENT during the time and to the extent that it is prevented

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from performing by an unforeseeable cause beyond its control, including but not limited to; any incidence of fire, flood; acts of God; commandeering of material, products, plants or facilities by the federal, state or local government; national fuel shortage; or a material act or omission by the other PARTY; when satisfactory evidence of such cause is presented to the other PARTY, and provided further that such nonperformance is unforeseeable, beyond the control and is not due to the fault or negligence of the PARTY not performing.

M. Disputes: The PARTIES agree to work together in good faith, using reasonable efforts to resolve any unforeseen issues and disputes arising out of the performance of this AGREEMENT.

N. Obligations to Comply with Law: Nothing herein shall be deemed or construed to authorize or require any PARTY to issue bonds, notes or other evidences of indebtedness under the terms, in amounts, or for purposes other than as authorized by local, state or federal law.

O. Notices: Any notices, requests, or demands made between the PARTIES pursuant to this AGREEMENT are to be directed to the contacts noted in Article 5, Paragraph E.

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This Agreement shall be made effective upon execution by both PARTIES.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the PARTIES hereto have caused this AGREEMENT to be executed on the date of the last signature below.

CITY OF LAGUNA NIGUEL CITY OF ALISO VIEJO
By:

Gene Johns, Mayor
By:

Max Duncan, Mayor
Dated:

Dated:

ATTEST:

By:

Marissa J. Asistin, City Clerk
Dated:

By:

Maria Kendig, City Clerk
Dated:

APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

By:

Scott C. Smith, City Attorney
By:

HongDao Nguyen, City Attorney
Dated:

Dated:

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This Agreement shall be made effective upon execution by both PARTIES.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the PARTIES hereto have caused this AGREEMENT to be executed on the date of the last signature below.

CITY OF LAGUNA NIGUEL CITY OF LAGUNA HILLS
By:

Gene Johns, Mayor
By:

Don Caskey, Mayor
Dated: Dated:

ATTEST:

By:

Marissa J. Asistin, City Clerk
Dated:

ATTEST:

By:

Joshua Stevenson, City Clerk
Dated:

APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

By:

Scott C. Smith, City Attorney

By:

Colin Burns, Interim City Attorney
Dated:

Dated:

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This Agreement shall be made effective upon execution by both PARTIES.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto have caused this AGREEMENT to be executed on the date of the last signature below.

CITY OF LAGUNA NIGUEL CITY OF MISSION VIEJO
By:

Gene Johns, Mayor
By:

Wendy Bucknum, Mayor
Dated:

Dated:

ATTEST:

By:

Marissa J. Asistin, City Clerk
Dated:

ATTEST:

By:

Alison Walker, City Clerk
Dated:

APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

By:

Scott C. Smith, City Attorney

Dated:

By:

Tarquin Preziosi, City Attorney
Dated:

Attachment A: La Paz Road Vicinity Map La Paz Road RTSSP Project

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ATTACHMENT B

ESTIMATED LOCAL MATCH COMMITMENT
SECTION 1: AGENCY TOTAL MATCH SUMMARY
AGENCY CASH MATCH IN-KIND MATCH* TOTAL MATCH

PI O & M PI O & M PI O & M
City of
Aliso
Viejo
$80,493.76 $5,640.00 $80,493.76 $5,640.00
$86,133.76 $0.00 $86,133.76
City of
Laguna
Hills
$117,882.16 $6,580.00 $117,882.16 $6,580.00
$124,462.16 $0.00 $124,462.16
City of
Laguna
Niguel
$126,102.40 $7,520.00 $126,102.40 $7,520.00
$133,622.40 $0.00 $133,622.40
City of
Mission
Viejo
$119,546.84 $11,280.00 $8,240.00 $127,786.84 $11,280.00 $130,826.84 $8,240.00 $139,066.84
TOTAL
MATCH
$444,025.16 $31,020.00 $8,240.00 $0.00 $452,265.16 $31,020.00 $475,045.16 $8,240.00 $483,285.16
*In-kind match may be converted to cash match if agency does not satisfy in-kind match commitment by the end of the respective phase. However, Cash Match is NOT allowed to be converted to in-kind match.

SECTION 2: MATCH BREAKDOWN (CASH VS IN-KIND SERVICES)
A. Cash Match

AGENCY FUNDING SOURCE AMOUNT OF CASH

DISTRIBUTION
City of Aliso Viejo General Funds $86,133.76
City of Laguna Hills General Funds $124,462.16
City of Laguna Niguel General Funds $133,622.40
City of Mission Viejo General Funds $130,826.84
TOTAL CASH MATCH: $475,045.16

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ATTACHMENT B

ESTIMATED LOCAL MATCH COMMITMENT
SECTION 1: AGENCY TOTAL MATCH SUMMARY
AGENCY CASH MATCH IN-KIND MATCH* TOTAL MATCH

PI O & M PI O & M PI O & M
City of
Laguna
Hills
$117,882.16 $6,580.00 $117,882.16 $6,580.00
$124,462.16 $0.00 $124,462.16
*In-kind match may be converted to cash match if agency does not satisfy in-kind match commitment by the end of the respective phase. However, Cash Match is NOT allowed to be converted to in-kind match.

SECTION 2: MATCH BREAKDOWN (CASH VS IN-KIND SERVICES)
A. Cash Match

AGENCY FUNDING SOURCE AMOUNT OF CASH

DISTRIBUTION
City of Laguna Hills General Funds $124,462.16
B. In-Kind Services
i. Specific Improvements (List Items and Cost):

AGENCY IMPROVEMENT DATE OF

CONSTRUCTION EXPENDITURE
N/A
TOTAL FOR SPECIFIC IMPROVEMENTS (i): N/A
ii. Staffing Commitment:

AGENCY STAFF

POSITION

TYPE OF SERVICE

TO PROJECT
NO. OF
HOURS
FULLY

BURDENED
HOURLY
RATE
TOTAL**
**Total amount is the required participation by the identified agency. The number of hours and hourly rate will be based on each agency’s actual fully burdened billing rates, which must collectively equal the same value of the assigned “Total” dollars. Each agency will be responsible for keeping detailed records of hours worked and description of work. An accounting record of personnel hours at fully burdened rate is expected to be included with the final submittal. Records will be subject to auditing.

Item No. 4.4
City of Laguna Hills
City Council / Planning
Agency
Staff Report
Date: October 13, 2026
To: Mayor and Council Members
From: Joe Ames, Assistant City Manager
Issue: Approval of Cabot Road Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program Cooperative Agreement with Laguna Niguel
Recommendation: That the City Council: 1. Approve the Cooperative Agreement by and between the City of Laguna Hills and the cities of Laguna Niguel and Mission Viejo for the Cabot Road Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program Project; 2. Authorize the City Attorney to make minor modifications as may be necessary to execute the Agreement; 3. Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement; and 4. Authorize the City Manager to execute future amendments to the Agreement.

Background:

As part of Renewed Measure M (M2), the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) is responsible for implementing traffic signal coordination projects under the Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (RTSSP), also known as Project "P". These projects will improve traffic flow by providing traffic signal infrastructure improvements and synchronization on major corridors that cross several jurisdictions, totaling over 2,000 signalized intersections across Orange County.

In October 2024, City staff from the cities of Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, and Mission Viejo submitted a joint grant application for the Cabot Road RTSSP, from La Paz Road in Laguna Hills to Paseo de Colinas in Laguna Niguel. The project corridor is approximately 3.5 miles long and spans three agencies, and includes 16 traffic signals, 6 of which are located in and controlled by the city of Laguna Hills.

A vicinity map is provided as Attachment A in the Agreement.

Item No. 4.4
On November 12, 2024, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024-11-12-1 ratifying the submittal of the RTSSP. In Summer 2025, OCTA awarded the RTSSP.

The project is currently being designed. Subject to available funding and the processing of a project amendment with OCTA, the project proposes to install fiber optic cable, battery backup, closed-circuit television cameras, radar detection (at one intersection), audible pedestrian signals, and new traffic signal controllers along the corridor within Laguna Hills.

All participating agencies within the project corridor are required to enter into a Cooperative Agreement with the lead agency. Laguna Niguel will serve as the lead agency on this project. In the past, the City of Laguna Hills entered into a similar Cooperative Agreement with the City of Laguna Niguel as part of the Alicia Parkway Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program Project where the City of Laguna Niguel served as the lead agency.

The Cooperative Agreement describes the scope of work and responsibilities for each agency on this project. As the lead agency, Laguna Niguel would be responsible for managing the design, construction, and maintenance phases of the project as well as seeking reimbursement payments from OCTA and the participating agencies for completed work. Attachment B to the Cooperative Agreement specifies the dollar match amounts that would be invoiced by the City of Laguna Niguel to each participating agency, and the participating agencies would be responsible for making payments within 30 days of receipt of invoices.

City staff recommends approval of the Cooperative Agreement, as particularly detailed in the Recommended Action, including authorizing the City Manager to execute future amendments to the Agreement to allow for timely contract change orders to be made by Laguna Niguel staff, with the consent of Laguna Hills staff, during design and construction.

Fiscal Impact:

The Agreement states the estimated total design and construction cost of the project among the three cities is $1,036,282.

OCTA covers up to 80% of the total project cost, up to a total amount of $829,026, and requires a minimum local match of 20% from each agency for its portion of the project.

Item No. 4.4
The estimated cost for design and construction work within Laguna Hills is $491,742. Thus, the City's required 20% match is approximately $98,349.

The overall budget approved for CIP No. 168-O, Cabot Road Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Project, and CIP No. 168, Traffic Signal Improvements, if required, can accommodate these expenses.

Attachments:

1. Proposed Cabot Road RTSSP Cooperative Agreement

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COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT

BY AND BETWEEN

THE CITY OF LAGUNA NIGUEL
AND

THE CITIES OF LAGUNA HILLS AND MISSION VIEJO

FOR THE

CABOT ROAD REGIONAL TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PROGRAM

PROJECT
This Cabot Road Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program Project Cooperative Agreement (“AGREEMENT”) is entered into as of _______________, 2026 (“Effective Date”) by and between the CITY OF LAGUNA NIGUEL, hereinafter referred to as “LAGUNA NIGUEL”, and the Cities of Laguna Hills and Mission Viejo, hereinafter referred to as “LAGUNA HILLS” AND “MISSION VIEJO” respectively, jointly referred to as “AGENCIES”. LAGUNA NIGUEL and AGENCIES are sometimes referred to herein individually as a “PARTY” or collectively as the “PARTIES”.

RECITALS:

WHEREAS, Cabot Road between La Paz Road and Paseo De Colinas is geographically located in the Cities of Laguna Niguel, Laguna Hills, and Mission Viejo; and
WHEREAS, Cabot Road at Vista Viejo Road is maintained by MISSION VIEJO; and
WHEREAS, Cabot Road at La Paz Road/Interstate 5 Southbound Off-Ramp is maintained by the State of California, hereinafter referred to as “STATE” or “CALTRANS”; and
WHEREAS, Cabot Road between La Paz Road and Oso Parkway and between Rapid Falls Road and Park Entrance are maintained by LAGUNA HILLS; and WHEREAS, Cabot Road between Cabot Road and Paseo de Colinas is maintained by LAGUNA NIGUEL; and
WHEREAS, the Measure M2 Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program

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(RTSSP) targets over 2,000 signalized intersections across Orange County to maintain traffic signal synchronization, improve traffic flow and reduce congestion across jurisdictions; and
WHEREAS, LAGUNA NIGUEL and AGENCIES are committed to implementing multi-jurisdictional signal synchronization to enhance countywide traffic flow and reducing congestion; and
WHEREAS, LAGUNA NIGUEL has been awarded Project P funds based on the application (“APPLICATION”) prepared by LAGUNA NIGUEL for the implementation of signal synchronization of traffic signals along the Cabot Road Corridor between La Paz Road and Paseo De Colinas (hereinafter, “PROJECT”); and WHEREAS, LAGUNA NIGUEL and AGENCIES will provide matching funds as required by the Orange County Comprehensive Transportation Funding Programs; and WHEREAS, LAGUNA NIGUEL agrees to act as the lead agency for design, construction and management of PROJECT; and
WHEREAS, the PROJECT will include twelve (12) traffic signals along Cabot Road, between La Paz Road and Paseo De Colinas, and located in the Cities of Laguna Niguel, Laguna Hills, and Mission Viejo. Additionally, four (4) offset signalized intersections are included, for a total of sixteen (16) signals, as shown in Attachment A; and
WHEREAS, the PROJECT will include Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) elements identified in the Application and other associated systems (“ITS Elements”), that will be constructed and/or installed and implemented as part of the PROJECT; and WHEREAS, the PROJECT Scope of Work also includes the ongoing monitoring and maintenance of the coordinated signal system’s operation, including system communication/detection upkeep, for two years; and
WHEREAS, LAGUNA NIGUEL agrees to work with AGENCIES to coordinate the inclusion of other ITS elements that must be installed before or at the same time as the construction of the PROJECT and are not part of this AGREEMENT; and WHEREAS, all costs associated with the inclusion of these other elements, if any, are the sole responsibility of the PARTY owning each and any of those other elements; and

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WHEREAS, LAGUNA NIGUEL and each other respective PARTY acknowledge and understand that in-house resources (staff hours) from each PARTY will provide various services for the PROJECT per the Application; and WHEREAS, LAGUNA NIGUEL and each other respective PARTY acknowledge and understand that PROJECT costs for various types of additional work required by each respective PARTY may not have been included in the original application and therefore those costs are not included in the PROJECT allocation; and WHEREAS, LAGUNA NIGUEL and each other respective PARTY agree that these additional costs will be paid by the PROJECT only with written approval by LAGUNA NIGUEL, which may result in additional dollar match; and WHEREAS, LAGUNA NIGUEL agrees to implement the PROJECT as referenced on the Application; and
WHEREAS, the PARTIES desire to enter into this AGREEMENT to implement the PROJECT in support of Project P as part of M2; and
WHEREAS, the PARTIES agree to contribute the share of the PROJECT as set forth in the Application, shown in Attachment B and incorporated herein by reference; and
WHEREAS, in the event the cost of the PROJECT exceeds the estimates as submitted in the Application prepared by LAGUNA NIGUEL, the PARTIES agree to meet and determine revisions to the PROJECT to satisfy the budget(s) or revised funding proposal(s) by the PARTIES, which shall be documented and submitted in writing as an amendment to the AGREEMENT. Any cost overruns shall be the financial responsibility of the jurisdiction where the work improvement occurs or as the case may be, causes the required improvement; and
WHEREAS, this AGREEMENT defines the roles, specific terms, conditions and responsibilities between LAGUNA NIGUEL and AGENCIES; and WHEREAS, the City of LAGUNA HILLS’s City Council approved this AGREEMENT on the ______ day of ________, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the City of MISSION VIEJO’s City Council approved this AGREEMENT on the ______ day of ________, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the City of LAGUNA NIGUEL’s City Council approved this

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AGREEMENT on the ______ day of ________, 2026; and

AGREEMENT
NOW, THEREFORE, it is mutually understood and agreed by LAGUNA NIGUEL and AGENCIES as follows:

ARTICLE 1. COMPLETE AGREEMENT
A. This AGREEMENT, including any attachments incorporated herein and made applicable by reference, constitutes the complete and exclusive statement of the term(s) and condition(s) of the AGREEMENT between LAGUNA NIGUEL and AGENCIES concerning the PROJECT and it supersedes all prior representations, understandings and communications between the PARTIES. The invalidity in whole or in part of any term or condition of this AGREEMENT shall not affect the validity of other term(s) or condition(s) of the AGREEMENT. The above referenced Recitals are true and correct and are incorporated by reference herein.

B. LAGUNA NIGUEL’s failure to insist on any instance(s) of AGENCIES’ performance of any term(s) or condition(s) of this AGREEMENT shall not be construed as a waiver or relinquishment of LAGUNA NIGUEL’s right to such performance or to future performance of such term(s) or condition(s), and AGENCIES’ obligation in respect thereto shall continue in full force and effect. Changes to any portion of this AGREEMENT shall not be binding upon LAGUNA NIGUEL except when specifically confirmed in writing by an authorized representative of LAGUNA NIGUEL by way of a written amendment to this AGREEMENT and issued in accordance with the provisions of this AGREEMENT.

C. AGENCIES’ failure to insist on any instance(s) of LAGUNA NIGUEL’S performance of any term(s) or condition(s) of this AGREEMENT shall not be construed as a waiver or relinquishment of AGENCIES’ right to such performance or to future performance of such term(s) or condition(s), and LAGUA NIGUEL’s obligation in respect thereto shall continue in full force and effect. Changes to any portion of this AGREEMENT shall not be binding upon AGENCIES except when specifically confirmed in writing by an authorized representative of AGENCIES by way of a written amendment to this AGREEMENT and issued in accordance with the provisions of this AGREEMENT.

ARTICLE 2. SCOPE OF AGREEMENT

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This AGREEMENT specifies the roles and responsibilities of the PARTIES as they pertain to the subjects and PROJECT addressed herein. Both LAGUNA NIGUEL and AGENCIES agree that each will cooperate and coordinate with the other in all activities covered by this AGREEMENT and any other supplemental agreements that may be required to facilitate purposes thereof.

ARTICLE 3. RESPONSIBILITIES OF LAGUNA NIGUEL
LAGUNA NIGUEL as the Lead Agency agrees to the following responsibilities for the implementation of the PROJECT:

A. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall serve as lead agency for design, construction and construction management of PROJECT and shall provide oversight by establishing PROJECT milestones and overseeing the PROJECT development to ensure compliance with all standards and requirements set forth in this AGREEMENT.

B. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall be responsible for completing the PROJECT in accordance with the funding guidelines and any and all other federal, state, and Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) requirements related to these funding programs, as well as any and all applicable statutes and regulations including, but not limited to, bidding laws, prevailing wage and other labor laws, provisions of the California Building Standards Code, and the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the Guidelines thereunder.

C. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall provide AGENCIES with a copy of all design documents for AGENCIES’ approval of work to be performed in AGENCIES’ jurisdictions prior to LAGUNA NIGUEL advertising for bids.

D. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall provide staff, consultants, and contractors deemed necessary and appropriate to manage, administer, coordinate and oversee engineering design and construction management of the PROJECT. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall require all such consultants and contractors to obtain and maintain comprehensive general liability, automobile liability, workers’ compensation and employers’ liability, and professional liability insurance policies meeting the applicable requirements of the Consultant Contract and Bidders Specifications for the PROJECT and to indemnify, defend and hold each of the AGENCIES and their respective elected officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers (“Indemnitees”) free and harmless, including

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payment of attorneys’ and experts’ fees, with respect to any and all claims and liabilities of any kind arising out of each such contractor’s acts or omissions in the performance of work on the PROJECT, to the maximum extent permitted by law. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall require all such contractors to name the Indemnitees as additional insureds on all commercial general and automobile liability policies required by LAGUNA NIGUEL for the PROJECT.

E. The budget for the PROJECT is One Million Thirty-Six Thousand Two Hundred Eighty-Two Dollars And Forty Cents ($1,036,282.40). Eight Hundred TwentyNine Thousand Twenty-Five Dollars And Ninety-Two Cents ($829,025.92) is funded by the OCTA Project P/Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program. Minimum PROJECT matching funds of twenty percent (20%) amount to Two Hundred Seven Thousand Two Hundred Fifty-Six Dollars And Forty-Eight Cents ($207,256.48).

LAGUNA NIGUEL’s share of the match amounts to Ninety-Three Thousand One Hundred Fifty-One Dollars And Twenty Cents ($93,151.20) Documentation of LAGUNA NIGUEL’S in-kind services, such as administrative services, shall meet OCTA Comprehensive Transportation Funding Program (CTFP) Guidelines.

F. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall maintain coordination with AGENCIES for construction of the PROJECT.

G. LAGUNA NIGUEL specifically shall coordinate construction activity for the PROJECT within AGENCIES and provide a schedule of the construction activity for the PROJECT within AGENCIES that is acceptable to AGENCIES. In the event of planned street closures, LAGUNA NIGUEL shall provide prior notice to, and receive approval from, the responsible AGENCY, prior to the execution of the street closure.

H. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall require AGENCIES and its officers and employees to be named as additional insured on the construction contractors’ liability insurance policies.

I. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall collect manual intersection turning movement and automated machine traffic counts for the Caltrans-owned locations of Interstate 5 Southbound Off-Ramp.

J. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall implement required signal improvements at the locations set forth in the Application.

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K. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall implement the PROJECT based on the intent of the usage in the Application, prepared by LAGUNA NIGUEL in accordance with the policies and procedures contained in the CTFP Guidelines.

L. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall provide formats, templates, and guidance in reporting requirements as described in the CTFP Guidelines.

M. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall manage, procure, implement, and complete all aspects of the PROJECT as identified in the Application.

N. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall cooperate with the OCTA and coordinate outreach efforts for the Primary Implementation (design and construction) phase of the PROJECT.

O. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall prepare a Project Final Report (Measure M2 Ordinance No. 3, Section B.III.9) for the PROJECT. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall provide the Project Final Report for the PROJECT to AGENCIES in draft and final formats for comment, and comments shall be noted in the final study and incorporated as mutually agreed by all PARTIES.

P. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall provide ongoing maintenance and operation of optimized signal timing after the Primary Implementation phase of the PROJECT is completed and to continue such maintenance until the end of the three (3) year grant period.

Q. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall provide updates to AGENCIES on the PROJECT as part of the semi-annual review process until completion of the three (3) year grant period for the PROJECT. Documents to be provided include, but are not limited to, contracts pertinent to the PROJECT and purchase orders pertinent to the PROJECT.

R. LAGUNA NIGUEL shall invoice AGENCIES for dollar match amounts due as identified in Attachment B, at the end of each phase.

ARTICLE 4. RESPONSIBILITIES OF AGENCIES
AGENCIES agree to the following responsibilities:

A. AGENCIES shall be responsible for providing the required documentation and funding commitments for PROJECT implementation on the STATE portions of Cabot Road within their respective geographical jurisdictions.

B. AGENCIES shall remit to LAGUNA NIGUEL within thirty (30) calendar days

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of receipt of an acceptable invoice, the PROJECT matching funds as required by the Orange County Comprehensive Transportation Funding Programs. a. LAGUNA HILLS’ share of the minimum twenty percent (20%) PROJECT match amounts to Ninety-Eight Thousand Three Hundred Forty-Eight Dollars And Fifty-Six Cents ($98,348.56).
b. MISSION VIEJO’S share of the minimum twenty percent (20%) PROJECT match amounts to Fifteen Thousand Seven Hundred FiftySix Dollars And Seventy-Two Cents ($15,756.72), including up to Three Thousand One Hundred Ten Dollars And Zero Cents ($3,110.00) of inkind services.

Documentation of AGENCIES’ in-kind services, such as administrative or construction inspection services, shall meet OCTA CTFP Guidelines.

C. At no cost to LAGUNA NIGUEL, AGENCIES shall provide LAGUNA NIGUEL with current intersection, local field master and/or central system timing plans and related data no later than thirty (30) calendar days subsequent to the execution of this AGREEMENT, and updates as they occur within seven (7) calendar days of the event.

D. At no cost to LAGUNA NIGUEL, AGENCIES shall provide to LAGUNA NIGUEL appropriate documents to utilize in the design and construction of infrastructure required to implement the desired coordinated and synchronized system and operations no later than thirty (30) calendar days subsequent to the execution of this AGREEMENT, and updates as they occur within seven (7) calendar days of the update.

E. AGENCIES shall waive all costs and fees related to any and all AGENCIES required encroachment and inspection permits required by the AGENCY for the construction phase of the PROJECT.

F. At no cost to LAGUNA NIGUEL, AGENCIES shall be responsible for coordinating the construction and/or installation of traffic control elements and other items within AGENCIES’ own jurisdictions that are not requested by the AGENCIES and are NOT a part of the PROJECT Scope of Work but, by necessity, must be built concurrent with the PROJECT.

G. Any additional work determined to be outside the PROJECT Scope of Work shall require prior written agreement by the PARTIES, and all associated costs shall be

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funded in full by the responsible PARTY or PARTIES. Such funds shall be provided upfront, prior to the commencement of any related construction activities.

H. In the event of an unanticipated cost overrun, LAGUNA NIGUEL shall meet with all AGENCIES to resolve the cost overrun. Should the PARTIES be unable to come to a resolution of the cost overrun, the AGREEMENT will terminate.

I. AGENCIES shall provide a technical representative to meet and participate as a member of the PROJECT’S Traffic Forums.

J. AGENCIES shall authorize LAGUNA NIGUEL to manage, procure, implement, and complete all aspects of the PROJECT.

K. AGENCIES shall support the PROJECT’S implementation within the timeframe outlined in the Application and consistent with the CTFP Guidelines adopted by OCTA.

L. AGENCIES shall provide LAGUNA NIGUEL all current intersection as-built drawings, all current intersections controller assembly plans as provided by the manufacturer and modified by PARTY since original installation, local field master, local controller, and Advanced Traffic Management System timing plans and other ITS related data upon request.

M. AGENCIES shall provide updates to LAGUNA NIGUEL on the PROJECT as part of the semi-annual review process until completion of the three (3) year grant period for the PROJECT. Documents to be provided include, but are not limited to, payroll records, contracts pertinent to the PROJECT, and purchase orders pertinent to the PROJECT.

N. AGENCIES shall provide LAGUNA NIGUEL with a combined dollar and inkind services match, totaling at least twenty percent (20%) of actual PROJECT costs.

The Application estimate this amount to be as shown in Attachment B. PARTIES shall work with LAGUNA NIGUEL to address and mitigate budget impacts. Failure to provide local dollar match and/or evidence of in-kind services match may result in the ineligibility of future participation in competitive funding opportunities.

O. AGENCIES shall provide payment for the dollar match to LAGUNA NIGUEL within thirty (30) calendar days of receipt of an invoice.

P. AGENCIES shall provide documentation of conformance as part of the semiPage 60 of 298

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annual review process or as requested by LAGUNA NIGUEL, or agents of LAGUNA NIGUEL, if included an in-kind services match, as identified in Attachment B.

Q. AGENCIES shall waive all cost and fees related to any and all permits that may be required of the consultant, subconsultants, and/or service or equipment providers, if such permits are required to perform any PROJECT related work within its jurisdiction.

R. To review and approve in writing the traffic synchronization signal PS&E package within the respective jurisdiction within ten working days of receipt.

ARTICLE 5. MUTUAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PARTIES
The PARTIES agree to the following mutual responsibilities:

A. The PARTIES shall cooperate and coordinate their staff, contractors and consultants, in providing the services and responsibilities required under this AGREEMENT to the extent practicable with respect to the performance of the PROJECT.

B. The PARTIES agree to work together in good faith, using reasonable efforts to resolve any unforeseen issues and disputes arising out of the performance of this AGREEMENT.

C. The PARTIES shall be responsible for obtaining required STATE permits for requested improvements for their agency’s jurisdiction that are a part of the PROJECT Scope of Work on the STATE portions of Cabot Road within their respective geographic jurisdictions.

D. This AGREEMENT may only be modified or amended upon written agreement of all PARTIES. All modifications, amendments, changes and revisions of this AGREEMENT in whole or in part, and from time to time, shall be binding upon the PARTIES, so long as the same shall be in writing and executed by the PARTIES. No waiver of any term or conditions of this AGREEMENT shall be a continuing waiver thereof.

E. Applicable Laws and Regulations: This AGREEMENT shall be governed by all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. The PARTIES warrant that in the performance of this AGREEMENT, each shall comply with all applicable federal,

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state and local laws, statutes and ordinances and all lawful orders, rules and regulations promulgated there under.

F. Any notice sent by first class mail, postage paid, to the address and addressee, shall be deemed to have been received three (3) business days after deposit in the U.S. Mail. The representatives of the PARTIES who are primarily responsible for the administration of this AGREEMENT, and to whom notices, demands and communications shall be given are as follows:

City of Laguna Niguel – Lead Agency
30111 Crown Valley Parkway
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Attention: Jason Jung
TITLE: Principal Civil Engineer
Tel: 949-362-4317
Email: [email protected]
City of Laguna Hills
24035 El Toro Rd
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Attention: Joe Ames
TITLE: Assistant City Manager
Tel: (949) 707-2655
Email: [email protected]
City of Mission Viejo
200 Civic Center
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Attention: Mario Gutierrez
TITLE: Transportation Engineer, Traffic
Tel: (949) 470-3068
Email: [email protected]

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ARTICLE 6. DELEGATED AUTHORITY
The actions required to be taken by AGENCIES in the implementation of this AGREEMENT are delegated to their respective City Managers, Directors of Public Works, or designees, and the actions required to be taken by LAGUNA NIGUEL in the implementation of this AGREEMENT are delegated to its City Manager, Director of Public Works, or designee. AGENCIES acknowledges this designation of authority is authorized under their respective local rules and regulations.

ARTICLE 7. AUDIT AND INSPECTION
LAGUNA NIGUEL and AGENCIES shall maintain a complete set of records in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Upon reasonable notice, AGENCIES shall permit the authorized representatives of the LAGUNA NIGUEL to inspect and audit all work, materials, payroll, book, accounts, and other data and records of AGENCIES for a period or five (5) years after final payment, final closeout, or until any on-going audit is completed, whichever is later. For purposes of audit, the date of completion of this AGREEMENT shall be the date of the LAGUNA NIGUEL’s payment of consultant’s final billing (so noted on the paid invoice) under this AGREEMENT.

LAGUNA NIGUEL shall have the right to reproduce any such books, records, and accounts. The above provision with respect to audits shall extend to and/or be included in contracts with AGENCIES’ contractors.

ARTICLE 8. INDEMNIFICATION
A. To the fullest extent permitted by Law, AGENCIES shall defend (at AGENCIES’ sole cost and expense with legal counsel reasonably acceptable to LAGUNA NIGUEL), indemnify, protect, and hold harmless LAGUNA NIGUEL, and its officers, directors, employees, and agents (collectively the “Indemnified Parties”), from and against any and all liabilities, actions, suits, claims, demands, losses, costs, judgements, 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 (AGENCIES employees included), for damage to property, including property owned by LAGUNA NIGUEL, or from any violation of any federal, state, or local law or ordinance, alleged to

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be caused by the negligent acts, omissions or willful misconduct of AGENCIES its officers, directors, employees or gents in connection with or arising out of the performance of this AGREEMENT.

B. To the fullest extent permitted by law, LAGUNA NIGUEL shall defend (at LAGUNA NIGUEL’S sole cost with legal counsel reasonably acceptable to AGENCIES), indemnify protect, and hold harmless AGENCIES, including their officers, directors, employees, and agents (collectively the “Indemnified Parties”), from and against any and all liabilities, actions, suits, claims, demands, losses, costs, judgements, 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 deaths by AGENCIES, or from any violation of federal, state, or local law or ordinance, alleged to be caused by the negligent acts, omissions or willful misconduct of LAGUNA NIGUEL, its officers, directors, employees or agents in connection with or arising out of the performance of this AGREEMENT.

C. The indemnification and defense obligations of this AGREEMENT shall survive its expiration or termination.

ARTICLE 9. ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
A. Term of AGREEMENT: This AGREEMENT shall continue in full force and effect through June 30, 2028.

B. Amendment: This AGREEMENT may be extended or amended at the mutual consent of all PARTIES hereto. No amendment shall have any force or effect unless executed in writing and approved as to form by each AGENCIES’ City Attorney and the City Attorney for LAGUNA NIGUEL.

C. Termination: In the event any PARTY defaults in the performance of their respective obligations under this AGREEMENT or breaches any of the provisions of the AGREEMENT, a non-defaulting PARTY(s) shall have the option to terminate the AGREEMENT upon thirty (30) calendar days prior written notice to the PARTY in default.

D. Termination for Convenience: Any PARTY may terminate this AGREEMENT for convenience by providing thirty (30) calendar days prior written notice of its intent to terminate for convenience to the other PARTY.

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E. The PARTIES shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, statutes, ordinances and regulations of any governmental authority having jurisdiction over the PROJECT.

F. Legal Authority: The PARTIES hereto consent that they are authorized to execute this AGREEMENT on behalf of said PARTIES and that, by so executing this AGREEMENT, the PARTIES hereto are formally bound to the provisions of this AGREEMENT.

G. Severability: If any term, provision, covenant or condition of this AGREEMENT is held to be invalid, void or otherwise unenforceable, to any extent, by any court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder of this AGREEMENT shall not be affected thereby, and each term, provision, covenant or condition of this AGREEMENT shall be valid and enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law.

H. Counterparts of AGREEMENT: This AGREEMENT may be executed and delivered in any number of counterparts, each of which, when executed and delivered shall be deemed an original and all of which together shall constitute the same AGREEMENT. Facsimile signatures will be permitted.

I. Assignment: Neither this AGREEMENT, nor any of the PARTIES’ rights, obligations, duties, or authority hereunder may be assigned in whole or in part by any PARTY without the prior written consent of the other PARTY hereto in its sole and absolute discretion. Any such attempt of assignment shall be deemed void and of no force and effect. Consent to one (1) assignment shall not be deemed consent to any subsequent assignment, nor the waiver of any right to consent to such subsequent assignment.

J. Governing Law: The laws of the State of California and applicable local and federal laws, regulations and guidelines shall govern this AGREEMENT. Any action brought relating to this AGREEMENT shall be adjudicated in a court of competent jurisdiction in the County of Orange, State of California.

K. Litigation Fees: Should litigation arise out of this AGREEMENT for the performance thereof, the court shall award costs and expenses, including attorney's fees, to the prevailing PARTY.

L. Force Majeure: Either PARTY shall be excused from performing its

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obligations under this AGREEMENT during the time and to the extent that it is prevented from performing by an unforeseeable cause beyond its control, including but not limited to; any incidence of fire, flood; acts of God; commandeering of material, products, plants or facilities by the federal, state or local government; national fuel shortage; or a material act or omission by the other PARTY; when satisfactory evidence of such cause is presented to the other PARTY, and provided further that such nonperformance is unforeseeable, beyond the control and is not due to the fault or negligence of the PARTY not performing.

M. Disputes: The PARTIES agree to work together in good faith, using reasonable efforts to resolve any unforeseen issues and disputes arising out of the performance of this AGREEMENT.

N. Obligations to Comply with Law: Nothing herein shall be deemed or construed to authorize or require any PARTY to issue bonds, notes or other evidences of indebtedness under the terms, in amounts, or for purposes other than as authorized by local, state or federal law.

O. Notices: Any notices, requests, or demands made between the PARTIES pursuant to this AGREEMENT are to be directed to the contacts noted in Article 5, Paragraph E.

(Signature Page Follows)

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This AGREEMENT shall be made effective upon execution by both PARTIES.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the PARTIES hereto have caused this AGREEMENT to be executed on the date of the last signature below.

CITY OF LAGUNA NIGUEL CITY OF LAGUNA HILLS
By:

Gene Johns, Mayor
By:

Don Caskey, Mayor
Dated: Dated:

ATTEST:

By:

Marissa J. Asistin, City Clerk
Dated:

ATTEST:

By:

Joshua Stevenson, City Clerk
Dated:

APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

By:

Scott C. Smith, City Attorney

By:

Colin Burns, Interim City Attorney
Dated:

Dated:

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This AGREEMENT shall be made effective upon execution by both PARTIES.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the PARTIES hereto have caused this AGREEMENT to be executed on the date of the last signature below.

CITY OF LAGUNA NIGUEL CITY OF MISSION VIEJO
By:

Gene Johns, Mayor
By:

Wendy Bucknum, Mayor
Dated:

Dated:

ATTEST:

By:

Marissa J. Asistin, City Clerk
Dated:

ATTEST:

By:

Alison Walker, City Clerk
Dated:

APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

By:

Scott C. Smith, City Attorney

Dated:

By:

Tarquin Preziosi, City Attorney
Dated:

Attachment A: Cabot Road Vicinity Map Cabot Road RTSSP Project

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ATTACHMENT B

ESTIMATED LOCAL MATCH COMMITMENT
SECTION 1: AGENCY TOTAL MATCH SUMMARY
AGENCY CASH MATCH IN-KIND MATCH* TOTAL MATCH

PI O & M PI O & M PI O & M
City of
Laguna
Hills
$91,768.56 $6,580.00 $91,768.56 $6,580.00
$98,348.56 $0.00 $98,348.56
City of
Laguna
Niguel
$85,631.20 $7,520.00 $85,631.20 $7,520.00
$93,151.20 $0.00 $93,151.20
City of
Mission
Viejo
$9,826.72 $2,820.00 $3,110.00 $12,936.72 $2,820.00
$12,646.72 $3,110.00 $15,756.72
TOTAL
MATCH
$187,226.48 $16,920.00 $3,110.00 $190,336.48 $16,920.00 $204,146.48 $3,110.00 $207,256.48
*In-kind match may be converted to cash match if agency does not satisfy in-kind match commitment by the end of the respective phase. However, Cash Match is NOT allowed to be converted to in-kind match.

SECTION 2: MATCH BREAKDOWN (CASH VS IN-KIND SERVICES)
A. Cash Match

AGENCY FUNDING SOURCE AMOUNT OF CASH

DISTRIBUTION
City of Laguna Hills General Funds $98,348,56
City of Laguna Niguel General Funds $93,151.20
City of Mission Viejo General Funds $12,646.72
TOTAL CASH MATCH: $204,146.48

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ATTACHMENT B

ESTIMATED LOCAL MATCH COMMITMENT
SECTION 1: AGENCY TOTAL MATCH SUMMARY
AGENCY CASH MATCH IN-KIND MATCH* TOTAL MATCH

PI O & M PI O & M PI O & M
City of
Laguna
Hills
$91,768.56 $6,580.00 $91,768.56 $6,580.00
$98,348.56 $0 $98,348.56
*In-kind match may be converted to cash match if agency does not satisfy in-kind match commitment by the end of the respective phase. However, Cash Match is NOT allowed to be converted to in-kind match.

SECTION 2: MATCH BREAKDOWN (CASH VS IN-KIND SERVICES)
A. Cash Match

AGENCY FUNDING SOURCE AMOUNT OF CASH

DISTRIBUTION
City of Laguna Hills General Funds $98,348,56
B. In-Kind Services
i. Specific Improvements (List Items and Cost):

AGENCY IMPROVEMENT DATE OF

CONSTRUCTION EXPENDITURE
N/A
TOTAL FOR SPECIFIC IMPROVEMENTS (i): N/A
ii. Staffing Commitment:

AGENCY STAFF

POSITION

TYPE OF SERVICE

TO PROJECT
NO. OF
HOURS
FULLY

BURDENED
HOURLY
RATE
TOTAL**

**Total amount is the required participation by the identified agency. The number of hours and hourly rate will be based on each agency’s actual fully burdened billing rates, which must collectively equal the same value of the assigned “Total” dollars. Each agency will be responsible for keeping detailed records of hours worked and description of work. An accounting record of personnel hours at fully burdened rate is expected to be included with the final submittal. Records will be subject to auditing.

Item No. 4.5
City of Laguna Hills
City Council / Planning
Agency
Staff Report
Date: October 13, 2026
To: Mayor and Council Members
From: Eric Hendrickson, Finance Director
Issue: Development Impact Fees Report for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Development Impact Fees Annual Report pursuant to California Government Code Section 66006.

Background:

Pursuant to Section 66006 of the California Government Code, local agencies are authorized to condition approval of development projects on the payment of development impact fees for the purpose of defraying all or a portion of the cost of public facilities related to the development project. Any local agency that imposes a development impact fee is required to make available to the public a summary of each mitigation fee account on an annual basis. At this time, the City imposes four types of development impact fees on development projects – Public Art Fees, Traffic Mitigation Fees, Citywide Park and Recreation Facilities Fees, and Quimby Act Fees – and pursuant to the aforementioned regulations, it is required to make available for public review a summary of activities for each account.

The Mitigation Fee Act, as provided for in Section 66006 of the California Government Code, regulates the means by which public agencies collect, maintain, and spend development impact fees imposed on development projects. The regulations include specific requirements pertaining to governmental accounting, spending, and annual reporting of development impact fees. Each fiscal year the City is required to make available to the public a summary of each mitigation fee account (“Annual Report”). Moreover, after a 15-day public review period, the City is required to review the Annual Report in a public meeting.

Item No. 4.5
Reporting Requirements
The City imposes four types of development impact fees on development projects: Public Art Fees, Traffic Mitigation Fees, Citywide Park and Recreation Facilities Fees, and Quimby Act Fees. Accordingly, as required in the Mitigation Fee Act, the City must make available its Annual Report which includes:

1. A brief description of the type of fee in the account or fund;

2. The amount of the fee;

3. The beginning and ending balance of the account or fund;

4. The amount of the fees collected and interest earned;

5. Identification of each public improvement on which fees were expended and the total amount of the expenditures on each improvement, including the total percentage of the cost of the public improvement that was funded with fees;

6. An identification of an approximate date by which the construction of the public improvement will commence if the local agency determines that sufficient funds have been collected to complete financing on an incomplete public improvement, and the public improvement remains incomplete;

7. A description of each interfund transfer or loan made from the account or fund, including the public improvement on which the transferred or loaned fees will be expended, and, in the case of an interfund loan, the date on which the loan will be repaid, and the rate of interest that the account or fund will receive on the loan; and

8. The amount of any refunds made pursuant to Section 66001(e) and the amount of any allocations pursuant to Section 66001(f).

Furthermore, Section 66008 of the Mitigation Fee Act provides that a local agency shall expend a fee for public improvements solely and exclusively for the purpose for which it is collected. The fee may not be levied, collected, or imposed for general revenue purposes.

Public Review
The Annual Report (attached as “Exhibit A”) was made available for public review at the City Clerk’s Office on September 16, 2026, satisfying the 15-day public review period as required by the Mitigation Fee Act. In addition, the Building Industry Association received an advance copy of the Annual Report on the same date.

Item No. 4.5
Fiscal Impact:

There is no fiscal impact by approving this report.

Attachments:

1. Development Impact Fee Report FY 2025-2026

1 FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026

DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES ANNUAL REPORT
The Laguna Hills City Council has adopted four types of development impact fees that it imposes on development projects: Public Art Fees, Traffic Mitigation Fees, Citywide Park and Recreation Facilities Fees, and Quimby Act Fees. Pursuant to the Mitigation Fee Act, as provided in Section 66006 of the California Government Code, the City is required to make available for public review a summary of its development impact fees.

Type of Mitigation Fee
The City imposes four types of development impact fees:
• Public Art Fees: This fee provides funding for Public Art throughout the City’s Urban Village, thereby enhancing the cultural and aesthetic environment of the City and to encourage creativity, education, and appreciation of the arts. • Traffic Mitigation Fees: This fee provides funding for additional or improved traffic signal, operation, and infrastructure improvements for which the demand is generated by new development within the Urban Village.
• Citywide Park and Recreation Facilities Fees: This fee provides for park, recreation, and open space facilities, imposed upon each non-subdivision residential development not subject to the Quimby Act fee.
• Quimby Act Fees: This fee provides funding for additional or improved park and/or recreation facilities improvements for which the demand is generated by new residential development within the City.

Amount of Fee
The amounts of the development impact fees are described below:
• Public Art Fee: The minimum amount for the public art component or in-lieu fee shall be required of all new development with a total project construction cost of $250,000 or more pursuant to the following formula:
o TCC X 0.005 = Value of Public Art component or in-lieu fee ▪ TCC = Total Construction Cost (permit valuation)
▪ 0.005 = Minimum value shall be 0.5% of TCC
• Traffic Mitigation Fee: The fee shall be three thousand nine hundred fourteen dollars ($3,914.00) per each new PM peak hour trip as determined by the City Engineer based upon an approved traffic study.

2 • Citywide Park and Recreation Facilities Fee: The fee shall be based on the following residential densities:
o $18,206.00 for residential densities of 3.5 units per acre or less. o $23,013.00 for residential densities of 3.5 units per acre to 18 units per acre o $15,636.00 for residential densities of greater than 18 units per acre • Quimby Act Fee: The amount of land or in-lieu fee to be dedicated shall be determined pursuant to the following formula:
o A = 5(DU X PPD) / 1,000
o In-lieu fee = A X FMV
▪ A = Acres required to be dedicated as parkland
▪ 5.0 = City’s park acreage standard (for every 1,000 residents) ▪ DU = Dwelling Units (number of)
▪ FMV = Fair Market Value (for one acre of parkland)
▪ PPD = Persons Per Dwelling (as applicable for the subdivision and type of dwelling units constructed)
Summary of Mitigation Fee Activity
A summary of each type of mitigation fee for fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, is described in the table below:

Public Art Fees Traffic
Mitigation
Fees
Citywide Park
and Recreation
Facilities Fee
Quimby Act Fees
Revenues
Dev. Impact Fees $18,058.28 $0.00 $0.00 $2,000,000.00
Interest $18,149.23 $0.00 $0.00 $89,299.87
Total Revenue $36,207.51 $0.00 $0.00 $2,089,299.87
Expenditures $249,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $348,871.03
Transfers In/Out $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Change in Fund
Balance
<$212,792.49> $0.00 $0.00 $1,740,428.84
Beginning Fund
Balance
$481,882.54 $0.00 $0.00 $1,945,682.24
Ending Fund
Balance
$269,090.05 $0.00 $0.00 $3,686,111.08

3 The ending balances were arrived at by adding the fees collected and interest earned to each account and then subtracting the expenditures. The Public Art Fees fund collected $18,058.28 in new fees and $18,149.23 in interest earnings, with an expenditure of $249,000.00, for a total ending balance of $269,090.05. The Traffic Mitigation Fees fund and the Citywide Park and Recreation Facilities Fees fund had no activity during the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, and has zero beginning and ending balances. The Quimby Act Fees fund collected $2,000,000.00 in new fees and $89,299.87 in interest earnings, with $348,871.03 in expenditures, for a total ending balance of $3,686,111.08.

Expenditures
For this section, State law requires an identification of each public improvement on which fees were expended and the amount of expenditures on each improvement, including the total percentage of the costs of the public improvement that was funded with fees. Expenditures in the Quimby Act fund for the fiscal year were $348,871.03. Starting in FY 2023-24, and through the current reported fiscal year, the City contracted with several qualified park design companies for park improvement plans and playground replacement design. The design services stage is nearing completion, and the formal construction bidding process is underway.

There were no expenditures in FY 2025-26 from the Traffic Mitigation Fees fund, nor in the Citywide Park and Recreation Facilities Fees fund. Expenditures in the Public Art Fees fund include $249,000.00, which solely consisted of progress payments to the artist Brittany Ryan for her work on the 3/5 Marines bronze sculpture planned within the Urban Village Specific Plan area.

Construction Commencement Date for Incomplete Improvements In regard to the Public Art funds, the commissioned sculptor is presently designing and modeling the artwork, as well as working with the foundry to eventually cast the bronze monument. Completion of this artwork is expected in a couple of years, likely in fiscal year 2027-2028. In regard to the Quimby Act funds, the design work is currently underway for park improvements. Construction for park improvements is anticipated in fiscal years 2026-2027 and 2027-2028.

Interfund Transfers and Loans
No interfund transfers were made and no collected fees were loaned to another account in FY 2025-2026.

Amount of Refunds
No refunds of any of these funds were made nor required in FY 2025-2026.

Fifth Year Findings
Pursuant to Government Code Section 66001 (d) (1), fifth year findings must be made with respect to that portion of the account or fund remaining unexpended after the fifth fiscal year following the first deposit into the account or fund, and every five years thereafter. Fifth year findings are not yet necessary, since the available remaining fund balances have not yet reached the five-year point. The funds that comprise the ending balances in both the Public Art fund and the Quimby Fees fund were collected in FY 2022-23.

Item No. 4.6
City of Laguna Hills
City Council / Planning
Agency
Staff Report
Date: October 13, 2026
To: Mayor and Council Members
From: Eric Hendrickson, Finance Director
Issue: Ratification of October 13, 2026 Warrant Register Recommendation: That the City Council ratify the accompanying Warrant Register for the period from September 14, 2026, to October 4, 2026, in the amount of $1,923,594.41.

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 September 14, 2026, to October 4, 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 $1,923,594.41.

Attachments:

1. Warrant Register - October 13, 2026

2. Payables Detail Report - October 13, 2026

Payment Amount
1,316.00
895.00

70.58 1,361.00

30.18 67,794.80
6,068.17
1,008.00
1,125.49
762.24
42,831.27
60,122.50
3,308.00
3,464.31
100.00
23,186.85
11,057.50
7,980.00
2,400.00
227.56
9,929.26
5,385.00
11,465.00
1,560.00
356.25
1,003.50
4,185.00
467.92
3,870.58
950.00
12,895.45
9,134.00
2,659.00
1,500.00
562.88
2,373.97

10.00 500.00
685.17
547.20
3,609.00
9,837.41

32.00 225.00
3,813.00
13,303.64
866.99
31,408.35
4,845.00
920.00
43,920.00
6,603.13
Payment Type: Regular
7245 L-1403 AILYN LARSEN 09/18/2026
Warrant Register - October 13, 2026
City of Laguna Hills, CA By Check Number
Date Range: 09/14/2026 - 10/04/2026
Check Number Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date
7246 A-0392 AQUATICO 09/18/2026
7247 A-0360 ARC DOCUMENT SOLUTIONS, LLC 09/18/2026
7248 A-0359 ARDURRA GROUP, INC. 09/18/2026
7249 A-0365 AT&T 09/18/2026
7250 C-1144 CHARLES ABBOTT ASSOCIATES, INC 09/18/2026
7251 C-0324 CITY OF MISSION VIEJO 09/18/2026
7252 C-1190 COUNTY OF ORANGE 09/18/2026
7253 C-1191 COUNTY OF ORANGE 09/18/2026
7254 C-1008 COUNTY OF ORANGE, NPDES 09/18/2026
7255 C-1122 CROSSTOWN ELECTRICAL AND DATA, INC. 09/18/2026 7256 D-0578 DE NOVO PLANNING GROUP 09/18/2026
7257 D-0581 DECKARD TECHNOLOGIES, INC 09/18/2026
7258 D-0583 DMS FACILITY SERVICES, LLC 09/18/2026
7259 Z-CS-0578 EARL VITO 09/18/2026
7260 H-0841 HARPER & BURNS LLP 09/18/2026
7261 H-0829 HARTZOG AND CRABILL, INC. 09/18/2026
7262 H-0960 HR GREEN PACIFIC, INC. 09/18/2026
7263 I-0986 IRVINE FENCE INC 09/18/2026
7264 I-0942 IRVINE RANCH WATER DISTRICT 09/18/2026
7265 J-1099 J & A GLASS 09/18/2026
7266 J-1057 JAMEY CLARK, INC. 09/18/2026
7267 K-1205 KEYSER MARSTON ASSOCIATES, INC 09/18/2026
7268 Z-CD-0576 LIGHTHOUSE ROOFING & REPAIR 09/18/2026
7269 L-1397 LYONS SECURITY SERVICE, INC. 09/18/2026
7270 Z-CD-0575 MAX RELAX SPA 09/18/2026
7271 A-0317 MICHAEL ABRAHAM 09/18/2026
7272 M-1609 MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC US, INC. 09/18/2026
7273 M-1302 MOULTON NIGUEL WATER DISTRICT 09/18/2026
7274 N-1505 NOVATECH, INC. 09/18/2026
7275 O-1568 OC COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS 09/18/2026
7276 O-1617 OCY MANAGEMENT, LLC 09/18/2026
7277 O-1613 ONTARIO REFRIGERATION SERVICE, INC. 09/18/2026 7278 P-1861 PRESTIGE PEST MANAGEMENT INC 09/18/2026
7279 Q-1716 QUADIENT LEASING USA, INC. 09/18/2026
7280 R-1977 RJ ELECTRIC 09/18/2026
7281 R-1989 ROBERT RYAN 09/18/2026
7282 Z-CS-0492 SAEED GHAFFARI 09/18/2026
7283 S-2332 SANTA MARGARITA PLUMBING AND AIR 09/18/2026 7284 S-2351 SOCA ARTS 09/18/2026
7285 S-2352 SOUTH SHORE BUILDING SERVICES LLC 09/18/2026 7286 O-1575 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA NEWS GROUP 09/18/2026
7287 S-1980 STATE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE ACCOUNTING OFFICE 09/18/2026 7288 S-2198 STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPT OF INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS 09/18/2026 7289 S-2309 STRADLING YOCCA CARLSON & RAUTH 09/18/2026
7290 R-1888 THE RITZ COMPANIES 09/18/2026
7291 V-2224 VERIZON WIRELESS 09/18/2026
7292 W-2337 WEST COAST ARBORISTS, INC. 09/18/2026
7293 W-2452 WSP USA ENVIRONMENT AND INFRASTRUCTURE INC 09/18/2026 7294 A-0377 ACTION WELDING CORP 10/01/2026
7295 A-0402 ADVANTEC CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC 10/01/2026 7296 A-0400 AGA ENGINEERS, INC 10/01/2026
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Payment Amount
17,664.00
335.00
1,830.92
31,025.00
3,281.44
31,912.05
1,932.00
7,885.00
454.11
137,934.30
2,198.47
1,209.49
13,415.92
400.00
477.00
23,195.74
5,109.00
1,500.00
1,425.00
320.00
6,203.20
40,926.88
12,355.90
360.00

51.06 340.00
132.66
32,586.85
35,151.19
421.62
1,260.00
35,571.50
341.83
13,147.06
Warrant Register - October 13, 2026 Date Range: 09/14/2026 - 10/04/2026 Check Number Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date
7297 A-0138 ALL CITY MANAGEMENT, INC. 10/01/2026
7298 A-0365 AT&T 10/01/2026
7299 C-1177 CANON FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. 10/01/2026
7300 C-1239 COMPLETE PAPERLESS SOLUTIONS, LLC 10/01/2026 7301 D-0461 DATA TICKET, INC. 10/01/2026
7302 E-0504 EL TORO WATER DISTRICT 10/01/2026
7303 K-1206 FARROKH MOSHFEGH 10/01/2026
7304 F-0732 FIRE SAFETY FIRST, LLC 10/01/2026
7305 F-0729 FULL TRAFFIC MAINTENANCE, INC. 10/01/2026
7306 H-0965 HARDY & HARPER, INC. 10/01/2026
7307 H-0804 HINDERLITER, DE LLAMAS AND ASSOC., INC. 10/01/2026 7308 I-0960 IRV SEAVER MOTORCYCLES 10/01/2026
7309 J-1057 JAMEY CLARK, INC. 10/01/2026
7310 P-1858 JOSE A PERAZA dba PARTY LIFE 10/01/2026
7311 L-1395 LIVING INTERIORS 10/01/2026
7312 M-1302 MOULTON NIGUEL WATER DISTRICT 10/01/2026
7313 O-1613 ONTARIO REFRIGERATION SERVICE, INC. 10/01/2026 7314 P-1861 PRESTIGE PEST MANAGEMENT INC 10/01/2026
7315 R-1999 REDNECK RODEO 10/01/2026
7316 R-2001 RELIABLE TRANSLATIONS INC. 10/01/2026
7317 R-1806 RJM DESIGN GROUP, INC. 10/01/2026
7318 S-1902 SAN DIEGO GAS AND ELECTRIC 10/01/2026
7319 S-2296 SHUTE, MIHALY WEINBERGER LLP 10/01/2026
7320 S-2331 SKYLINE PEST CONTROL 10/01/2026
7321 S-2330 SOCALGAS 10/01/2026
7322 S-2323 SOUTH COAST FAMILY MEDICAL CENTER, INC. 10/01/2026 7323 S-1904 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON 10/01/2026
7324 S-2299 SPECIALTY MOWING SERVICES, INC. 10/01/2026
7325 T-2717 TAIT & ASSOCIATES, INC 10/01/2026
7326 T-2712 TOTAL SOURCE OFFICEWORKS 10/01/2026
7327 W-2451 W.G. ZIMMERMAN ENGINEERING, INC. 10/01/2026 7328 W-2337 WEST COAST ARBORISTS, INC. 10/01/2026
7329 W-2455 WILLIAMS SCOTSMAN INC 10/01/2026
7330 W-2452 WSP USA ENVIRONMENT AND INFRASTRUCTURE INC 10/01/2026 Total Regular: 886,887.34
10/6/2026 4:31:11 PM Page 2 of 4

Payment Amount
8,520.00
1,006,881.24
21,305.83
Warrant Register - October 13, 2026 Date Range: 09/14/2026 - 10/04/2026 Check Number Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date
Payment Type: Bank Draft
DFT0003496 H-0966 HIGH LEVEL SECURITY SOLUTIONS, INC. 09/24/2026 DFT0003497 C-1007 OCSD LAW ENFORCEMENT CONTRACT, OC TREASURER-TAX COLLECTOR 10/02/2026 DFT0003499 U-2170 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT SYSTEMS 09/15/2026 Total Bank Draft:

Manual Checks 0 0 0.00 0.00
1,036,707.07
Bank Code 1 - General Summary
Payable
Count
Payment
Payment Type Count Discount Payment
Regular Checks 117 86 0.00 886,887.34
Bank Drafts 19 3 0.00 1,036,707.07
EFT's 0 0 0.00 0.00
136 90 0.00 1,923,594.41
10/6/2026 4:31:11 PM Page 3 of 4

Warrant Register - October 13, 2026 Date Range: 09/14/2026 - 10/04/2026 Manual Checks 0 0 0.00 0.00
All Bank Codes Check Summary
Payable
Count
Payment
Payment Type Count Discount Payment
Regular Checks 117 86 0.00 886,887.34
Bank Drafts 19 3 0.00 1,036,707.07
EFT's 0 0 0.00 0.00
136 90 0.00 1,923,594.41
Fund Summary
Fund Name Period Amount
10/6/2026 4:31:11 PM Page 4 of 4
998 Pooled Cash & Investments 9/2026 402,915.85
998 Pooled Cash & Investments 10/2026 1,520,678.56
1,923,594.41

Amount
10/6/2026 4:34:05 PM Page 1 of 10
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (2829) 9/7/26 Home Depot, Build-A-Fort 100-310-695500 66.21 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (2829) 9/7/26 Ralphs, Build-A-Fort 100-310-695500 14.95 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (2829) 9/7/26 Home Depot 100-355-645500 89.08
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (2829) 9/7/26 Home Depot, Build-A-Fort 100-310-695500 157.19 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (2829) 9/7/26 Home Depot, Build-A-Fort 100-310-695500 150.20 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (2829) 9/7/26 Pizza Hut, Build-A-Fort 100-310-695500 96.95 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (2829) 9/7/26 Open AI - ChatGPT, 9/3 - 10/3/26 100-195-610000 20.00 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (2829) 9/7/26 Amazon 100-195-622000 10.63
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (2829) 9/7/26 Amazon 100-195-622000 423.46
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (2811) 9/7/26 Chevron 100-225-646100 175.00
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (2811) 9/7/26 Chevron 100-225-646100 175.00
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (2829) 9/7/26 Descript, 9/3 - 10/3/26 100-195-610000 35.00 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (2811) 9/7/26 Intelius 100-225-610000 4.99
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (2811) 9/7/26 Intelius 100-225-610000 4.99
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (2811) 9/7/26 Intelius 100-225-610000 24.86
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (1281) 9/7/26 Paradise Drinking Water 100-310-622000 201.35 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (1281) 9/7/26 Ralphs 100-310-622000 51.77
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (1281) 9/7/26 Ralphs 100-310-695500 5.98
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (0629) 9/7/26 Host Gator 100-310-695507 131.87
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (1281) 9/7/26 Bruegger's Bagels 100-310-622000 56.01 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (1281) 9/7/26 EZ Cater 100-310-622000 146.18
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (0629) 9/7/26 Spotify 100-310-610000 12.99
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (0629) 9/7/26 Fastsigns 100-310-695500 601.25
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (0629) 9/7/26 OC Sign Language Interpreters, BuildA-Fort100-310-695500 5,000.00 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (0629) 9/7/26 Host Gator - 7/1/27 - 8/31/29 100-000-140000 263.74 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (0629) 9/7/26 Juuno 100-310-610000 10.00
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (0629) 9/7/26 Open AI - ChatGPT 100-310-610000 420.00 Payables Detail Report
City of Laguna Hills, CA By Fund
Payment Dates 09/14/2026 - 10/04/2026
Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) Account Number Fund: 100 - General Fund
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (0629) 9/7/26 Open AI - ChatGPT - 7/1 - 8/13/27 100-000-140000 60.00

Amount
10/6/2026 4:34:05 PM Page 2 of 10
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (5166) 9/7/26 Open AI - ChatGPT 100-355-610000 20.00 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (5166) 9/7/26 Open AI - ChatGPT 100-355-610000 20.00 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (5166) 9/7/26 CEAOC - 10/5/26 100-355-611000 177.00 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (4849) 9/7/26 Amazon 100-155-910000 260.76
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (5166) 9/7/26 Microsoft 365 - 8/6 - 9/5/26 100-195-700090 37.80 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (5166) 9/7/26 Engineers BD 100-355-610000 250.00 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (4849) 9/7/26 Amazon 100-155-622000 12.81
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (4849) 9/7/26 The Pin Center 100-155-623000 194.00 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (4849) 9/7/26 Amazon 100-155-910000 260.76
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (4849) 9/7/26 Amazon 100-155-622000 105.60
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (4849) 9/7/26 Smart & Final 100-155-622000 107.06 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (4849) 9/7/26 Amazon 100-155-622000 302.25
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (4849) 9/7/26 Open AI - ChatGPT, 8/23 - 9/23/26 100-155-610000 20.00 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (4849) 9/7/26 Amazon 100-155-622000 29.49
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (4849) 9/7/26 Amazon 100-155-622000 42.97
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (4418) 9/7/26 Nespresso USA 100-195-622000 404.10 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (4418) 9/7/26 Amazon 100-195-622000 22.70
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (4418) 9/7/26 Amazon 100-195-622000 46.86
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (3165) 9/7/26 Home Depot 100-355-720701 26.87
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (4243) 9/7/26 Chevron 100-355-646100 44.99
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (4243) 9/7/26 Tuttle Click Ford 100-355-646100 140.50 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (3165) 9/7/26 Home Depot 100-355-720700 19.33
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (3165) 9/7/26 Home Depot 100-355-720700 48.79
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (3165) 9/7/26 Smartlink 100-355-720700 515.00
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (3165) 9/7/26 Tuttle Click Ford 100-355-646100 121.13 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (3165) 9/7/26 The Tolls Roads 100-355-646100 3.50 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (3165) 9/7/26 Walters-WW13 100-355-720401 60.59 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (3165) 9/7/26 Shell Oil 100-355-646100 151.79
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (3165) 9/7/26 Chevron 100-355-646100 149.39
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (3165) 9/7/26 Chevron 100-355-646100 117.41
Payables Detail Report Payment Dates: 09/14/2026 - 10/04/2026 Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) Account Number 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (3165) 9/7/26 Circle K 100-355-646100 20.00
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (3165) 9/7/26 Tuttle Click Ford 100-355-646100 671.30

Amount
10/6/2026 4:34:05 PM Page 3 of 10
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8097) 9/7/26 Exxon - Fuel 100-310-646100 41.98 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8097) 9/7/26 Exxon - Fuel 100-310-646100 101.20 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8097) 9/7/26 Exxon - Fuel 100-310-646100 119.87 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8097) 9/7/26 Amazon 100-310-622500 818.68
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8097) 9/7/26 Exxon - Fuel 100-310-646100 68.75 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8097) 9/7/26 Exxon - Fuel 100-310-646100 73.78 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8097) 9/7/26 Amazon 100-310-622000 193.95
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8097) 9/7/26 Amazon 100-310-622000 10.74
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8097) 9/7/26 Amazon 100-310-622000 7.53
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (7881) 9/7/26 CA Secretary of State 100-155-700030 20.00 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (7941) 9/7/26 CA Fish Grill 100-155-622000 91.33 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (7941) 9/7/26 RS Warehouse Stamps 100-155-622000 234.30 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (7241) 9/7/26 Shell Oil 100-355-646100 10.00
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (7241) 9/7/26 Industrial Metal Supplies Company 100-355-720401 9.06 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (7881) 9/7/26 X Stamper Shachihata 100-155-622000 42.04 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (6976) 9/7/26 ICSC-NY 100-225-610000 175.00
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (7241) 9/7/26 Shell Oil 100-355-646100 10.00
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (7241) 9/7/26 Shell Oil 100-355-646100 172.02
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (6615) 9/7/26 Chevron 100-310-646100 33.99
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (6615) 9/7/26 Chevron 100-310-646100 63.77
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (6976) 9/7/26 OC Clerk Recorder - USE-0239-2025 100-000-223000 50.00 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (6285) 9/7/26 Microsoft 365 Subscription - 9/6 - 10/5/26
100-195-700090 37.80
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (6615) 9/7/26 Ralphs 100-310-622000 70.07
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (6615) 9/7/26 Signarama 100-310-624500 269.38
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (6285) 9/7/26 Cox - Cable City Hall - 8/10 - 9/9/26 100-195-630000 364.91 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (6285) 9/7/26 Cox - Wifi Comm Ctr - 7/28 - 8/27/26 100-195-630000 657.52 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (6285) 9/7/26 Zoom Subscription - 8/16 - 9/15/26 100-195-700090 130.22 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (5166) 9/7/26 Amazon 100-355-720701 29.87
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (6285) 9/7/26 Cox - T-1 City Hall - 8/5 - 9/4/26 100-195-630000 848.06 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (6285) 9/7/26 Cox - Traffic Signal - 8/7 - 9/6/26 100-195-630000 84.00 Payables Detail Report Payment Dates: 09/14/2026 - 10/04/2026 Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) Account Number 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (5166) 9/7/26 Ephonamation.com - 7/23 - 9/16/26 100-355-630000 481.27 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (5166) 9/7/26 Public Storage - Sept 2026 100-355-640000 1,078.00

Amount
10/6/2026 4:34:05 PM Page 4 of 10
09/18/2026 KEYSER MARSTON ASSOCIATES, INC 0041072 Inclusionary Housing Services - Aug 2026
100-225-700225 2,560.00
09/18/2026 STATE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

ACCOUNTING OFFICE
071857 Pre-Employment Fingerprinting - Aug
2026
100-195-617000 32.00
09/18/2026 SOCA ARTS 080326 All in One Dance - Aug 2026 100-310-721500 547.20 09/18/2026 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA NEWS 0011807958 Legal Advertising - Aug 2026 100-155-624001 1,759.53 09/18/2026 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA NEWS 0011807960 Legal Advertising - Aug 2026 100-155-624001 1,479.61 09/18/2026 KEYSER MARSTON ASSOCIATES, INC 0040985 Inclusionary Housing Services - July 2026
100-225-700225 8,905.00
09/18/2026 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA NEWS 0011806997 Legal Advertising - Aug 2026 100-155-624001 1,879.51 09/18/2026 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA NEWS 0011807954 Legal Advertising - Aug 2026 100-155-624001 1,879.51 09/18/2026 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA NEWS 0011807955 Legal Advertising - Aug 2026 100-155-624001 2,839.25 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8151) 9/7/26 The Toll Roads 100-420-646100 4.21 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8151) 9/7/26 Amazon, Decorating with Deputies 100-420-695000 167.79 09/18/2026 AT&T 000025795647 Traffic Signal - 8/6 - 9/5/26 100-355-630000 30.18 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8151) 9/7/26 Master Graphics 100-420-622000 51.75 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8151) 9/7/26 Board & Brew 100-420-622000 123.91 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8151) 9/7/26 The Toll Roads 100-420-646100 4.54 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8151) 9/7/26 Amazon 100-420-622000 10.70
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8151) 9/7/26 Amazon 100-420-622000 39.84
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8151) 9/7/26 Amazon 100-420-622000 40.80
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8151) 9/7/26 Amazon 100-420-622000 280.14
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8151) 9/7/26 Amazon 100-420-622000 435.72
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8151) 9/7/26 Emeenterprises 100-420-622000 172.40 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8097) 9/7/26 Sony Pictures Studios Tours - 100-310-695500 56.50 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8097) 9/7/26 Prime Video 100-310-695512 5.99
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8151) 9/7/26 Amazon 100-420-610000 16.15
09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8097) 9/7/26 Academy Museum - Excursion 100-310-695500 20.00 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8097) 9/7/26 The Getty Center - Excursion 100-310-695500 25.00 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8097) 9/7/26 Rubel Castle - Excursion 100-310-695500 300.00 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8097) 9/7/26 Festival of Arts - Excursion 100-310-695500 42.00 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8097) 9/7/26 Farmers Market Parking - Excursion 100-310-695500 4.50 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8097) 9/7/26 The Gamble House - Excursion 100-310-695500 5.00 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8097) 9/7/26 Exxon - Fuel 100-310-646100 20.43 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8097) 9/7/26 Exxon - Fuel 100-310-646100 64.09 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8097) 9/7/26 Exxon - Fuel 100-310-646100 62.85 Payables Detail Report Payment Dates: 09/14/2026 - 10/04/2026 Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) Account Number 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8097) 9/7/26 Exxon - Fuel 100-310-646100 48.03 09/15/2026 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT

SYSTEMS
CalCard (8097) 9/7/26 Exxon - Fuel 100-310-646100 90.00

Amount
09/18/2026 MAX RELAX SPA BLDC-0006-2026 C&D Deposit Refund - REC-016508- 2026
100-000-227001 1,003.50
09/18/2026 LIGHTHOUSE ROOFING & REPAIR BLDR-0007-2026 C&D Deposit Refund - REC-016049- 2026
100-000-227001 1,560.00
10/6/2026 4:34:05 PM Page 5 of 10
09/18/2026 JAMEY CLARK, INC. 78298 Mackenzie Park Repairs - 9/8/26 100-355-720701 3,850.00 09/18/2026 JAMEY CLARK, INC. 78318 Graffiti Removal - 9/7/26 100-355-720500 950.00 09/18/2026 IRVINE FENCE INC 8195 Chain Link Fence Installation - 9/4/26 100-355-720701 2,400.00 09/18/2026 CHARLES ABBOTT ASSOCIATES, INC 70816 Building & Safety Services - Aug 2026 100-225-700000 41,331.42 09/18/2026 SAEED GHAFFARI 75326413.2 Facility Deposit Refund - R #1035693.002
100-000-201005 500.00
09/18/2026 JAMEY CLARK, INC. 78259 Bus Stop Clean-Up Services - Aug 100-355-720500 585.00 09/18/2026 RJ ELECTRIC 64943 Electrical Repairs - Community Center - 8/21/26
100-355-720701 406.00
09/18/2026 RJ ELECTRIC 64970 Electrical Repairs - Cabot Park - 8/21/26
100-355-720701 630.22
09/18/2026 NOVATECH, INC. 7052 Surveillance Camera Maintenance - 9/14/26
100-195-700090 950.00
09/18/2026 VERIZON WIRELESS 6151957981 Phone Service - 7/26 - 8/25/26 100-195-630000 866.99 09/18/2026 CROSSTOWN ELECTRICAL AND DATA,
INC.
6373 - 6425 Traffic Signal Maintenance - Aug 2026 100-356-720420 42,831.27 09/18/2026 RJ ELECTRIC 64930 Electrical Repairs - Community Center - Aug 2026
100-355-720701 1,337.75
09/18/2026 DE NOVO PLANNING GROUP 5116 No Net Loss Compliance thru 6/1/26 100-225-700225 28,226.00 09/18/2026 DE NOVO PLANNING GROUP 5223 No Net Loss Compliance - 7/1 - 100-225-700225 31,896.50 09/18/2026 MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC US, INC. 579667 Elevator Maintenance - Sept 2026 100-310-645500 467.92 09/18/2026 STRADLING YOCCA CARLSON & 434752 Legal Services - USE-0239-2025 - Aug 2026
100-000-223000 3,813.00
09/18/2026 HARPER & BURNS LLP 438 Legal Services - USE-0239-2025 - Aug 2026
100-000-223000 1,235.00
09/18/2026 HARPER & BURNS LLP 438 Legal Services - Aug 2026 100-155-700010 21,951.85 09/18/2026 AQUATICO 372-301 Fountains & Water Feature
Maintenance - Sept 2026
100-310-645500 895.00
09/18/2026 WSP USA ENVIRONMENT AND

INFRASTRUCTURE INC
40394840 NPDES Support - May 2026 100-355-696000 4,845.00 09/18/2026 LYONS SECURITY SERVICE, INC. 41543 Event Security - August 2026 100-310-690501 356.25 09/18/2026 MICHAEL ABRAHAM 26105 CRIS Service Contract 10/1/26 - 6/30/27
100-195-700090 3,138.75
09/18/2026 J & A GLASS 27877 Exterior Window Replacement, Suite 310, Jul '26
100-355-645500 9,929.26
09/18/2026 PRESTIGE PEST MANAGEMENT INC 36696 Gopher Control - Aug 2026 100-355-720701 1,500.00 09/18/2026 WEST COAST ARBORISTS, INC. 248314 Tree Trimming Services - 8/1 - 100-355-720702 31,408.35 09/18/2026 HARTZOG AND CRABILL, INC. 26-0356(HCI#3502) Traffic Signal Management Services - Aug 2026
100-356-700101 11,057.50
09/18/2026 MICHAEL ABRAHAM 26105 CRIS Service Contract - 7/1 - 10/1/27 100-000-140000 1,046.25 09/18/2026 HR GREEN PACIFIC, INC. 206994 Public Works Permit Inspections - Aug 2026
100-355-700255 7,980.00
09/18/2026 CITY OF MISSION VIEJO 21697 Homelessness Outreach - Aug 2026 100-310-720302 6,068.17 09/18/2026 THE RITZ COMPANIES 227214 Janitorial Services - Sept 2026 100-310-721505 13,303.64 09/18/2026 SANTA MARGARITA PLUMBING AND
AIR
1938 Plumbing Repairs - 9/1/26 100-310-645500 685.17
09/18/2026 OC COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS 2027-614 Membership Dues - FY26-27 100-155-610003 6,895.45 09/18/2026 OC COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS 2027-614 OCDAP Cycle #3 Aerial Imagery 100-195-700090 6,000.00 09/18/2026 ARC DOCUMENT SOLUTIONS, LLC 13204243 Printing Services - 9/8/26 100-355-623000 70.58 09/18/2026 ARDURRA GROUP, INC. 191989 Engineering Services - Aug 2026 100-355-700250 146.00 09/18/2026 ARDURRA GROUP, INC. 192489 Engineering Services - Aug 2026 100-355-700250 1,215.00 09/18/2026 IRVINE RANCH WATER DISTRICT 090226 Water Usage - Aug 2026 100-355-635000 227.56 09/18/2026 MOULTON NIGUEL WATER DISTRICT 091026 61665 Recycled Water Usage - 8/11 - 9/7/26 100-355-635000 3,870.58 09/18/2026 EARL VITO 113651456 Facility Deposit Refund - R #109161041
100-000-222000 100.00
Payables Detail Report Payment Dates: 09/14/2026 - 10/04/2026 Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) Account Number 09/18/2026 ROBERT RYAN 082726 Excursion Parking Reimbursement - 8/27/26
100-310-695500 10.00
09/18/2026 AILYN LARSEN 083126 Zumba Instruction - Aug 2026 100-310-721500 1,316.00

Amount
10/01/2026 TOTAL SOURCE OFFICEWORKS 42416 Operating Supplies - Sept 2026 100-195-622000 203.98 10/01/2026 TOTAL SOURCE OFFICEWORKS 42417 Operating Supplies - Sept 2026 100-310-622000 217.64 10/6/2026 4:34:05 PM Page 6 of 10
10/01/2026 RJM DESIGN GROUP, INC. 38078 Sports Complex Renovations Design - Aug 2026
100-355-700250 6,203.20
10/01/2026 SKYLINE PEST CONTROL 402677 Pest Control Services - Sept 2026 100-310-645500 360.00 10/01/2026 WSP USA ENVIRONMENT AND

INFRASTRUCTURE INC
40441131 NPDES Support - Aug 2026 100-355-696000 13,147.06 10/01/2026 SOUTH COAST FAMILY MEDICAL
CENTER, INC.
3130 Recruitment - May 2026 100-195-617000 340.00
10/01/2026 RELIABLE TRANSLATIONS INC. 34796 City Clerk Professional Services - Sept 2026
100-155-700030 320.00
10/01/2026 PRESTIGE PEST MANAGEMENT INC 37820 Gopher Control - Sept 2026 100-355-720701 1,500.00 10/01/2026 SPECIALTY MOWING SERVICES, INC. 2434 Weed Abatement - Veeh Ranch Park - Sept 2026
100-355-720730 32,586.85
10/01/2026 WEST COAST ARBORISTS, INC. 249140 Tree Trimming Services - 8/16 - 8/31/26
100-355-720702 35,571.50
10/01/2026 SHUTE, MIHALY WEINBERGER LLP 298530 Legal Services - Aug 2026 100-155-700010 12,355.90 10/01/2026 ACTION WELDING CORP 18604 Community Center Handrail Repair - 9/22/26
100-355-720701 920.00
10/01/2026 DATA TICKET, INC. 199508 Parking Citation Processing Fees - Aug 2026
100-420-720823 789.31
10/01/2026 IRV SEAVER MOTORCYCLES 20261786 Motorcycle Maintenance - Sept 2026 100-420-646100 1,209.49 10/01/2026 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON 092226 7000076000453 Electricity Usage 8/3 - 9/21/26 100-356-631400 132.66 10/01/2026 FARROKH MOSHFEGH 092826 Karate - Sept 2026 100-310-721500 1,932.00 10/01/2026 REDNECK RODEO 101026 Deposit - 2026 Harvest in the Hills Sound Stage
100-310-695500 1,425.00
10/01/2026 MOULTON NIGUEL WATER DISTRICT 091726 108509 Recycled Water Usage - 7/21 - 100-355-635000 120.33 10/01/2026 MOULTON NIGUEL WATER DISTRICT 091726 108509 Recycled Water Usage - 8/18 - 100-355-635000 126.21 10/01/2026 SOCALGAS 092226 18955886637 Natural Gas Usage - 8/19 - 9/18/26 100-310-632000 51.06 10/01/2026 SAN DIEGO GAS AND ELECTRIC 091526 GB08 Electric Usage - 7/10 - 8/31/26 100-355-631000 13,270.83 10/01/2026 SAN DIEGO GAS AND ELECTRIC 091526 GB08 Electric Usage - 7/10 - 8/31/26 100-356-631400 13,778.30 10/01/2026 SAN DIEGO GAS AND ELECTRIC 091526 GB08 Electric Usage - 8/1 - 8/31/26 100-356-631900 738.23 10/01/2026 MOULTON NIGUEL WATER DISTRICT 091026 Water Usage - 8/11 - 9/7/26 100-310-635000 889.49 10/01/2026 MOULTON NIGUEL WATER DISTRICT 091026 Water Usage - 8/11 - 9/7/26 100-355-635000 22,059.71 10/01/2026 SAN DIEGO GAS AND ELECTRIC 091526 GB08 Electric Usage - 7/10 - 8/31/26 100-310-631000 13,139.52 10/01/2026 AT&T 000025797609 Alarm, Com Ctr & City Hall Lines - 8/7 - 9/6/26
100-195-630000 187.74
10/01/2026 AT&T 000025797609 Alarm, Com Ctr & City Hall Lines - 8/7 - 9/6/26
100-310-630000 147.26
10/01/2026 EL TORO WATER DISTRICT 083126 Water Usage - Aug 2026 100-355-635000 31,912.05 09/18/2026 DMS FACILITY SERVICES, LLC STL-007270 Irrigation Repairs - July 2026 100-355-720700 1,522.67 09/18/2026 COUNTY OF ORANGE STTM004453 Communication Charges - July 2026 100-420-646000 1,125.49 09/24/2026 HIGH LEVEL SECURITY SOLUTIONS,
INC.
6132 Private Security Patrol - 9/7 - 9/20/26 100-420-720850 8,520.00 09/18/2026 DMS FACILITY SERVICES, LLC STL-007267 Irrigation Repairs - July 2026 100-355-720700 1,023.01 09/18/2026 DMS FACILITY SERVICES, LLC STL-007268 Irrigation Repairs - July 2026 100-355-720700 400.90 09/18/2026 DMS FACILITY SERVICES, LLC STL-007269 Irrigation Repairs - July 2026 100-355-720700 517.73 09/18/2026 COUNTY OF ORANGE, NPDES PW270132 NPDES Water Quality Ordinance - FY26-27
100-355-696000 762.24
09/18/2026 QUADIENT LEASING USA, INC. Q2525590 Mailing Equipment Lease - 7/12 - 10/11/26
100-195-641000 562.88
09/18/2026 COUNTY OF ORANGE SH 75195 Fingerprint ID System Charges - Sept 2026
100-420-720835 1,008.00
09/18/2026 SOUTH SHORE BUILDING SERVICES INSSB6406 Window & Pressure Washing - Aug 2026
100-310-645500 3,609.00
09/18/2026 DECKARD TECHNOLOGIES, INC INV-1097 Rentalscape Monitoring - 7/1 - 8/21/27
100-000-140000 551.33
09/18/2026 DECKARD TECHNOLOGIES, INC INV-1097 Rentalscape Monitoring - 8/22/26 - 6/30/27
100-195-700090 2,756.67
Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) Account Number 09/18/2026 ONTARIO REFRIGERATION SERVICE,
INC.

CM55101M HVAC Maintenance - Sept-Nov 2026 100-310-645500 2,659.00 09/18/2026 STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPT OF

INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS
E 2316812 SN Elevator Conveyance Inspection
#123653 - Aug 2026
100-310-645500 225.00
Payables Detail Report Payment Dates: 09/14/2026 - 10/04/2026

Amount
Fund 301 - CARITS Road Fee Program Fund Total: 51,783.13 Fund: 600 - Capital Improvement Projects Fund
10/01/2026 TAIT & ASSOCIATES, INC 170917 Curb Ramp Replacement - Aug 2026 600-251-950170 35,151.19 10/6/2026 4:34:05 PM Page 7 of 10
10/01/2026 AGA ENGINEERS, INC 26265-IN RTSSP for PDV/Moulton Pkwy - CIP #168 - Aug 2026
301-000-790600 3,077.17
10/01/2026 ADVANTEC CONSULTING ENGINEERS,
INC
9803-0326-06 RTSSP for Ave de la Carlota - CIP #168 -
Jul 2026
301-000-790600 28,845.00
10/01/2026 ADVANTEC CONSULTING ENGINEERS,
INC
9803-0326-07 RTSSP for Ave de la Carlota - CIP #168 -
Aug 2026
301-000-790600 15,075.00
Fund: 221 - Senior Mobility Program Fund
09/18/2026 OCY MANAGEMENT, LLC 8406026 Senior Mobility Program - Aug 2026 221-310-720000 9,134.00 Fund 221 - Senior Mobility Program Fund Total: 9,134.00 Fund: 301 - CARITS Road Fee Program Fund
10/01/2026 W.G. ZIMMERMAN ENGINEERING, 26-08-181 Engineering - CIP #168 - Proj P PDV - Aug 2026
301-000-790600 1,260.00
10/01/2026 AGA ENGINEERS, INC 26230-IN RTSSP for PDV/Moulton Pkwy - CIP #168 - July 2026
301-000-790600 3,525.96
10/02/2026 OCSD LAW ENFORCEMENT

CONTRACT, OC TREASURER-TAX
SH 75237 Law Enforcement Services - Oct 2026 100-420-720800 1,006,881.24 Fund 100 - General Fund Total: 1,801,062.71
Fund: 212 - Measure M2 Fund
09/18/2026 CHARLES ABBOTT ASSOCIATES, INC 70823 Road Maintenance - Aug 2026 212-355-720400 26,463.38 Fund 212 - Measure M2 Fund Total: 26,463.38
10/01/2026 LIVING INTERIORS T89384 Interior Plant Care - June 2026 100-310-645500 159.00 10/01/2026 LIVING INTERIORS T89435 Interior Plant Care - July 2026 100-310-645500 159.00 10/01/2026 LIVING INTERIORS T89597 Interior Plant Care - Oct 2026 100-310-645500 159.00 10/01/2026 ALL CITY MANAGEMENT, INC. PS-INV107665 Crossing Guard Services - 8/16 - 8/29/26
100-420-720822 7,987.20
10/01/2026 ALL CITY MANAGEMENT, INC. PS-INV108054 Crossing Guard Services - 8/30 - 9/12/26
100-420-720822 9,676.80
10/01/2026 HINDERLITER, DE LLAMAS AND
ASSOC., INC.

SIN067728 Sales Tax & Audit Services - Q1 FY26-
27 100-155-700050 2,198.47
10/01/2026 FIRE SAFETY FIRST, LLC FSF-1144066 Fire Sprinkler Repairs - Sept 2026 100-310-645500 7,885.00 10/01/2026 JOSE A PERAZA dba PARTY LIFE I260924195 DJ Services - Halloween Dance 100-310-695500 400.00 10/01/2026 DATA TICKET, INC. LHp05202026 Permit Hangtags - Sept 2026 100-355-623000 2,492.13 10/01/2026 WILLIAMS SCOTSMAN INC 9026976654 Storage Unit Rental 9/10 - 10/7/26 100-310-641000 341.83 10/01/2026 ONTARIO REFRIGERATION SERVICE,
INC.

C12620 HVAC Maintenance - Sept 2026 100-355-645500 882.00 10/01/2026 ONTARIO REFRIGERATION SERVICE,
INC.

CM55098M HVAC Maintenance - Sept - Nov 2026 100-355-645500 4,227.00 10/01/2026 JAMEY CLARK, INC. 78363 Graffiti Removal - 9/14/26 100-355-720500 1,068.42 10/01/2026 JAMEY CLARK, INC. 78391 Graffiti Removal - 9/21/26 100-355-720500 760.00 10/01/2026 JAMEY CLARK, INC. 78392 Park Rubber Surface Repairs - 9/23/26 100-355-720701 760.00 10/01/2026 JAMEY CLARK, INC. 78260 Janitorial Services - Aug 2026 100-310-645500 3,450.00 10/01/2026 JAMEY CLARK, INC. 78273 El Conejo Park Fort Removal - 9/4/26 100-355-720701 6,950.00 10/01/2026 JAMEY CLARK, INC. 78359 Veeh Ranch Park Repairs - 9/20/26 100-355-720701 427.50 10/01/2026 COMPLETE PAPERLESS SOLUTIONS,
LLC
4991 Laserfiche Cloud Subscription -
10/1/26 - 6/30/27
100-195-700090 23,268.75
10/01/2026 HARDY & HARPER, INC. 52388 Moulton Pkwy Median - CIP #303 - App #1
100-000-201001 -7,259.70
10/01/2026 HARDY & HARPER, INC. 52388 Moulton Pkwy Median - CIP #303 - App #1
100-000-790600 145,194.00
10/01/2026 CANON FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. 43871097 Lease & Usage - 2XK05658 - Aug 2026 100-195-641200 587.09 10/01/2026 FULL TRAFFIC MAINTENANCE, INC. 48987 Traffic Maintenance - Sept 2026 100-355-720401 454.11 10/01/2026 COMPLETE PAPERLESS SOLUTIONS,
LLC
4991 Laserfiche Cloud Subscription - 7/1 -
9/30/27
100-000-140000 7,756.25
Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) Account Number 10/01/2026 CANON FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. 43866188 Lease & Usage - 2XD05688 2XD05811 - Aug 2026
100-195-641200 1,207.27
10/01/2026 CANON FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. 43866189 Paperdeck Attachment 2XD05811A - Sept 2026
100-195-641200 36.56
Payables Detail Report Payment Dates: 09/14/2026 - 10/04/2026

Amount
Fund 600 - Capital Improvement Projects Fund Total: 35,151.19 Grand Total: 1,923,594.41
10/6/2026 4:34:05 PM Page 8 of 10
10/01/2026 ADVANTEC CONSULTING ENGINEERS,
INC
9803-0326-06 RTSSP for Ave de la Carlota - CIP #168 -
Jul 2026
600-251-950168 28,845.00
10/01/2026 ADVANTEC CONSULTING ENGINEERS,
INC
9803-0326-07 RTSSP for Ave de la Carlota - CIP #168 -
Aug 2026
600-000-490301 -15,075.00
10/01/2026 ADVANTEC CONSULTING ENGINEERS,
INC
9803-0326-07 RTSSP for Ave de la Carlota - CIP #168 -
Aug 2026
600-251-950168 15,075.00
10/01/2026 HARDY & HARPER, INC. 52388 Moulton Pkwy Median - CIP #303 - App #1
600-000-490100 -145,194.00
10/01/2026 HARDY & HARPER, INC. 52388 Moulton Pkwy Median - CIP #303 - App #1
600-253-950303 145,194.00
10/01/2026 ADVANTEC CONSULTING ENGINEERS,
INC
9803-0326-06 RTSSP for Ave de la Carlota - CIP #168 -
Jul 2026
600-000-490301 -28,845.00
10/01/2026 AGA ENGINEERS, INC 26230-IN RTSSP for PDV/Moulton Pkwy - CIP #168 - July 2026
600-251-950168 3,525.96
10/01/2026 AGA ENGINEERS, INC 26265-IN RTSSP for PDV/Moulton Pkwy - CIP #168 - Aug 2026
600-000-490301 -3,077.17
10/01/2026 AGA ENGINEERS, INC 26265-IN RTSSP for PDV/Moulton Pkwy - CIP #168 - Aug 2026
600-251-950168 3,077.17
10/01/2026 W.G. ZIMMERMAN ENGINEERING, 26-08-181 Engineering - CIP #168 - Proj P PDV - Aug 2026
600-000-490301 -1,260.00
10/01/2026 W.G. ZIMMERMAN ENGINEERING, 26-08-181 Engineering - CIP #168 - Proj P PDV - Aug 2026
600-251-950168 1,260.00
10/01/2026 AGA ENGINEERS, INC 26230-IN RTSSP for PDV/Moulton Pkwy - CIP #168 - July 2026
600-000-490301 -3,525.96
Payables Detail Report Payment Dates: 09/14/2026 - 10/04/2026 Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) Account Number

100-310-721505 Contract Services - Janitorial & Sanitation 13,303.64 100-355-610000 Memberships & Subscriptions 290.00
100-355-611000 Training, Conferences, & Meetings 177.00 100-355-623000 Printing & Mailing 2,562.71
10/6/2026 4:34:05 PM Page 9 of 10
100-310-690501 Facility Rentals - Insurance/Security 356.25 100-310-695500 Special Events - Program Services 8,380.73 100-310-695507 Marathon 5k 131.87
100-310-695512 Movies in the Park 5.99
100-310-720302 Contract Services - Homelessness 6,068.17 100-310-721500 Contract Services - Programs 3,795.20
100-310-631000 Utilities - Electric 13,139.52
100-310-632000 Utilities - Gas 51.06
100-310-635000 Utilities - Water 889.49
100-310-641000 Equipment Rentals & Leases 341.83
100-310-645500 Facility Maintenance & Repairs 20,713.09 100-310-646100 Vehicles - Fuel & Maintenance 788.74
100-225-700225 Housing Element 71,587.50
100-310-610000 Memberships & Subscriptions 442.99
100-310-622000 Operating Supplies 955.24
100-310-622500 Program & League Supplies 818.68
100-310-624500 Printing & Advertising 269.38
100-310-630000 Communications 147.26
100-195-641000 Equipment Rentals & Leases 562.88
100-195-641200 Copier Leases 1,830.92
100-195-700090 IT Contract Services & Support 36,319.99 100-225-610000 Memberships & Subscriptions 209.84
100-225-646100 Vehicles - Fuel & Maintenance 350.00
100-225-700000 Professional Services - Building & Safety 41,331.42 100-155-700050 Professional Services - Financial 2,198.47 100-155-910000 Furniture & Equipment 521.52
100-195-610000 Memberships & Subscriptions 55.00
100-195-617000 Recruitment 372.00
100-195-622000 Operating Supplies 1,111.73
100-195-630000 Communications 3,009.22
100-155-610003 Memberships - OCCOG 6,895.45
100-155-622000 Operating Supplies 967.85
100-155-623000 Printing & Mailing 194.00
100-155-624001 Advertising - Legal 9,837.41
100-155-700010 Legal Services 34,307.75
100-155-700030 Professional Services - City Clerk Support 340.00 100-000-201005 Unclaimed Checks 500.00
100-000-222000 Refundable Deposits 100.00
100-000-223000 Plan Application Deposit 5,098.00
100-000-227001 Security Deposit - Waste Recycling 2,563.50 100-000-790600 Transfers Out to Capital Improvement Projects Fund 145,194.00 100-155-610000 Memberships & Subscriptions 20.00
221 - Senior Mobility Program Fund 9,134.00
301 - CARITS Road Fee Program Fund 51,783.13
600 - Capital Improvement Projects Fund 35,151.19
Grand Total: 1,923,594.41
Account Summary
Account Number Account Name Payment Amount
100-000-140000 Prepaid Items 9,677.57
100-000-201001 Accounts Payable - Retention -7,259.70
Payables Detail Report Payment Dates: 9/14/2026 - 10/4/2026 Report Summary
Fund Summary
Fund Payment Amount
100 - General Fund 1,801,062.71
212 - Measure M2 Fund 26,463.38

600-251-950170 Access Ramps 35,151.19
600-253-950303 Moulton Median Islands 145,194.00
Grand Total: 1,923,594.41
Project Account Summary
Project Account Key Payment Amount
**None** 1,923,594.41
Grand Total: 1,923,594.41
10/6/2026 4:34:05 PM Page 10 of 10
212-355-720400 Street Maintenance 26,463.38
221-310-720000 Contract Services 9,134.00
301-000-790600 Transfers Out to Capital Improvement Projects Fund 51,783.13 600-000-490100 Transfers In from General Fund -145,194.00 600-000-490301 Transfers In from CARITS Road Fee Program Fund -51,783.13 600-251-950168 Traffic Signal Improvements Coordination 51,783.13 100-420-695000 Community Assistance & Public Relations 167.79 100-420-720800 Law Enforcement Contract Services 1,006,881.24 100-420-720822 Crossing Guard Services 17,664.00
100-420-720823 Parking Citation Processing 789.31
100-420-720835 Fingerprint Identification Services 1,008.00 100-420-720850 Private Security Patrol 8,520.00
100-356-700101 MOE - Traffic Engineer Services 11,057.50 100-356-720420 MOE - Traffic Signal Maintenance 42,831.27 100-420-610000 Memberships & Subscriptions 16.15
100-420-622000 Operating Supplies 1,155.26
100-420-646000 Equipment Maintenance & Repairs 1,125.49 100-420-646100 Vehicles - Fuel & Maintenance 1,218.24
100-355-720700 Landscape Maintenance 4,047.43
100-355-720701 Parks Maintenance & Repairs 20,738.21
100-355-720702 Tree Maintenance 66,979.85
100-355-720730 Annual Weed Abatement Program 32,586.85
100-356-631400 MOE - Electric (Streetlights & Signals) 13,910.96 100-356-631900 MOE - Electric (On-Bill Financing) 738.23 100-355-646100 Vehicles - Fuel & Maintenance 1,612.03
100-355-696000 NPDES Permits & Fees 18,754.30
100-355-700250 On-Call Services 7,564.20
100-355-700255 Improvement Inspections 7,980.00
100-355-720401 Other Public Works Maintenance 523.76
100-355-720500 Graffiti Removal 3,363.42
Account Summary
Account Number Account Name Payment Amount
100-355-630000 Communications 511.45
100-355-631000 Utilities - Electric 13,270.83
100-355-635000 Utilities - Water 58,316.44
100-355-640000 Facility Operations Rentals 1,078.00
100-355-645500 Facility Maintenance & Repairs 15,127.34 Payables Detail Report Payment Dates: 9/14/2026 - 10/4/2026

Item No. 4.7
City of Laguna Hills
City Council / Planning
Agency
Staff Report
Date: October 13, 2026
To: Mayor and Council Members
From: Eric Hendrickson, Finance Director
Issue: Measure M2 Expenditure Report FY 2025/2026
Recommendation: That the City Council: 1. Approve the M2 Expenditure Report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2026, for submittal to the Orange County Transportation Authority and 2. Adopt a Resolution entitled: "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laguna Hills, California, Concerning the Measure M2 (M2) Expenditure Report for the City of Laguna Hills for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2026."
Background:

With the passage of Renewed Measure M (M2), local agencies must demonstrate eligibility and follow financial safeguard requirements in order for local jurisdictions to receive M2 fair share and competitive program funds. The Orange County Transportation Authority’s (OCTA) Ordinance No. 3 (M2 Ordinance) identifies the eligibility and safeguard requirements that must be met.

One requirement under the M2 Ordinance is that each local agency must adopt and provide an expenditure report (in the form provided by OCTA) to OCTA each year within six months of the end of the local jurisdiction’s fiscal year to account for M2 funds. The City Council is requested to review and approve the attached Measure M2 Expenditure Report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2026, and adopt the attached Resolution for submittal to OCTA, as required by Measure M2 Local Transportation Authority Ordinance No. 3.

On November 7, 2006, Orange County voters approved the renewal of the Measure M one-half cent sales tax for transportation improvements. This renewal plan is designated as Measure M2 and provides funding for 30 years to relieve traffic congestion. As part of Measure M2, taxpayer safeguards and audits are provided to ensure appropriate use of funds.

Item No. 4.7
One safeguard requirement under the M2 Ordinance is for each local agency to adopt and provide an annual expenditure report to OCTA each year in the template form provided by OCTA. This expenditure report is a detailed financial report used to track financial activity to account for M2 funds, developer/traffic impact fees, and funds expended by the jurisdiction to satisfy Maintenance of Effort (MOE) requirements. The report includes all M2 net revenue, fund balances and interest earned, and will identify expenditure by activity type and funding source.

The report is required six months after each jurisdiction’s fiscal year-end and must be adopted by Resolution before submittal to OCTA. The attached M2 Expenditure Report demonstrates the City is in compliance with the requirements of M2.

Fiscal Impact:

Over the past five years, Measure M2 has provided between $720,000 and $850,000 of annual revenue to the City for street maintenance and other purposes. Failure to submit the M2 Annual Expenditure Report could suspend or delay M2 funding.

Attachments:

1. Resolution - M2 Expenditure Report

2. Measure M2 Expenditure Report FY 25-26 - Laguna Hills

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-10-13-X

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

LAGUNA HILLS, CALIFORNIA, CONCERNING THE
MEASURE M2 (M2) EXPENDITURE REPORT FOR THE

CITY OF LAGUNA HILLS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED
JUNE 30, 2026
The City Council of the City of Laguna Hills, California, hereby finds, determines declares, and resolves as follows:

WHEREAS, local jurisdictions are required to meet eligibility requirements and submit eligibility verification packages to the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) in order to remain eligible to receive M2 funds; and WHEREAS, local jurisdictions are required to adopt an annual M2 Expenditure Report as part of one of the eligibility requirements; and WHEREAS, local jurisdictions are required to account for Net Revenues, developer/traffic impact fees, and funds expended by local jurisdiction in the M2 Expenditure Report that satisfy the Maintenance of Effort requirements; and WHEREAS, the M2 Expenditure Report shall include all Net Revenue fund balances, interest earned and expenditures identified by type and program or project; and WHEREAS, the M2 Expenditure Report must be adopted and submitted to the OCTA each year within six months of the end of the local jurisdiction’s fiscal year to be eligible to receive Net Revenues as part of M2.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAGUNA HILLS, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY INFORM OCTA THAT:
a) The M2 Expenditure Report is in conformance with the template provided in the Measure M2 Eligibility Guidelines and accounts for Net Revenues including interest earned, expenditures during the fiscal year, and balances at the end of fiscal year.
b) The M2 Expenditure Report is hereby adopted by the City of Laguna Hills. c) The City of Laguna Hills Finance Director is hereby authorized to sign and submit the M2 Expenditure Report to OCTA for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.

Resolution No. 2026-10-13-X

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 13th day of October 2026. ____________________________

DONALD CASKEY, MAYOR
ATTEST:
___________________________________

JOSHUA STEVENSON, CITY CLERK

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss

CITY OF LAGUNA HILLS )
I, Joshua Stevenson, City Clerk of the City of Laguna Hills, California, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. 2026-10-13-X adopted by the City Council of the City of Laguna Hills, California, at a Regular Meeting thereof held on the 13th day of October 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
(SEAL)
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JOSHUA STEVENSON, CITY CLERK

Item No. 5.2.1
City of Laguna Hills
City Council / Planning
Agency
Staff Report
Date: October 13, 2026
To: Mayor and Council Members
From: Jennifer Lowe, Community Development Director
Issue: Award of Professional Services Agreement for Building Plan Check and Inspection Services
Recommendation: That the City Council:

1. Adopt a resolution approving a Professional Services Agreement with Transtech Engineers, Inc. for Building Consulting and Support Services for an initial threeyear term from November 1, 2026, through October 31, 2029, with up to two additional one-year extensions, each subject to mutual written agreement, and

2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement.

Background:

The City provides Building and Safety services through a combination of City staff and contracted professional services. City staff administers permit processing, records, and departmental coordination, while the contracted Building Official and/or Building Inspector provides inspections, plan review, and related technical services. This model provides access to specialized expertise and allows staffing levels to adjust to current development activity.

Charles Abbott Associates, Inc. (CAA) has provided contracted Building and Safety services to the City of Laguna Hills since August 2021. Prior to CAA services, HR Green provided contracted Building and Safety Services from 2015 to 2021. The current contract with CAA is set to expire on October 31, 2026.

Discussion:

Pursuant to Laguna Hills Municipal Code (LHMC) Section 3-08.090, formal competitive procedures apply to service contracts exceeding $50,000. Consistent with these requirements and standard procurement practices, the City periodically solicits competitive proposals for ongoing services to evaluate current service needs,

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qualifications, and market pricing. To ensure that the City continues to receive competitive and responsive services, issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) after an extended contract period provides an opportunity to evaluate current service needs, market conditions, pricing, qualifications, and available service providers. Accordingly, the City issued a formal RFP for On-Call Building and Safety Services and Public Works/Engineering Services on April 6, 2026, with proposals due May 22, 2026. The proposed services for Building Division services and Public Works/Engineering services were evaluated separately by Community Development and Public Works, respectively.

The procurement process included written proposals, interviews, fee analysis, and follow-up clarifications. Two addenda, issued May 12, 2026, and May 14, 2026, clarified service requirements, responded to proposer questions, and revised the sample agreement. Nine firms submitted proposals to the City for contract On-Call Building Services. City staff reviewed all technical and fee proposals and interviewed eight firms. Proposals were evaluated based on municipal experience, personnel qualifications, staffing capacity, customer service, technical expertise, and the proposed team’s ability to effectively serve the City and applicants.

To support the fee evaluation, staff separately reviewed each firm’s fee proposal independent of its scope of work and technical proposal. The review examined applicable collection percentages, hourly charges, minimum payments, and other potential costs using common historical collection data and standardized assumptions.

Follow-up questions addressed staffing levels, Building Official availability, backup coverage, and capacity during periods of increased workload. This approach allowed the City to evaluate proposed costs on a consistent basis and independently assess the relative competitiveness of each fee structure.

The primary evaluation priorities were: (1) scalability and depth of staffing to accommodate periods of increased development and construction activity; (2) technical and administrative support for plan review and permitting services; and (3) a competitive and sustainable fee structure. These factors were evaluated to ensure the selected consultant could provide reliable service, maintain appropriate coverage during workload fluctuations, and deliver cost-effective Building and Safety services.

Eight (8) firms were evaluated based on written proposals, interviews, and fee proposals, weighted at 40, 40, and 20 points, respectively. Across all firms, scores ranged from 26 to 34 points for written proposals, 22 to 34 points for interviews, and 6 to 20 points for fees, with overall scores ranging from 61 to 87 points.Transtech Engineers received the highest score in each evaluation category, with 34 out of 40 points for the written proposal, 34 out of 40 points for the interview, and 20 out of 20 points for fees, for an overall score of 87 out of 100 points.

Transtech's proposed staffing model includes primary and backup Building Official and inspection personnel, supplemented by additional inspection and plan review resources. This structure provides continuity during staff absences and flexibility during periods of increased workload. Based on the evaluation results, proposed staffing,

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municipal experience, customer service approach, and fee structure, staff recommends Transtech for the Building and Safety services contract.

Under the proposed agreement, Transtech will provide Building Official services, building inspections, plan review, and technical assistance to City staff and applicants.

A full-time inspector will provide field inspections and City Hall support. An on-call Building Official and specialized technical resources available as needed. The proposed services also include administrative and technical support for plan check processing, including a document completeness and tracking system to assist with application intake, plan review scheduling, and timely processing of correction comments in the City’s preferred format. Upon City request, Transtech will also directly upload plan review documents and correction comments into the City’s permitting and plan review system. Services also include emergency building safety inspections and limited City-approved after-hours and weekend inspections.

The agreement provides for flexible staffing based on workload. Transtech is required to provide sufficient qualified inspectors and plan reviewers to meet service volumes and applicable performance standards, without a fixed staffing limit for included services. Supplemental staffing and qualified backup coverage are included in the contract compensation. The agreement also establishes customer service, response, and reporting requirements to facilitate performance monitoring.

Following City Council approval, the Community Development Department will coordinate the transition from the current Building Services provider to Transtech, including the transfer of active permits, pending plan reviews, scheduled inspections, and project records. Staff will administer the agreement through ongoing coordination and monitoring of staffing, service delivery, and applicant concerns. The proposed term consists of a three-year contract, beginning November 1, 2026, and with two optional one-year extensions, subject to mutual written agreement.

Fiscal Impact:

Compensation to the Consultant will be based on eligible monthly Building Division fee collections, which generally consist of fees related to Building plan checks, permits, and inspections. The following table identifies an all-inclusive fee structure for compensation.

Monthly Building
Collections
Consultant
Compensation
First $40,000 50%
$40,001–$60,000 50%
$60,001–$80,000 45%
Over $80,000 40%
In summary, the Consultant’s compensation shall be calculated as follows: 50 percent

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(50%) of monthly collections up to $60,000; 45 percent (45%) of the portion of monthly collections exceeding $60,000 and up to $80,000; and 40 percent (40%) of the portion exceeding $80,000. The Consultant shall receive a minimum monthly payment of $20,000. This all-inclusive compensation covers all services identified in the Consultant’s approved scope of work, including supplemental inspection and plan review staffing. Additional services outside the approved scope require prior written authorization in accordance with the agreement. Approval of the agreement does not modify the City’s adopted permit or plan-check fees.

Applying these terms to FY 2025–26 monthly Building Division collections totaling $823,037 would have resulted in approximately $403,049 in Transtech compensation.

The City would have retained approximately $419,988 to support City staffing, technology, administration, and other Building Division expenses. This historical illustration provides a basis for understanding the agreement’s financial effect; actual payments will vary with monthly collections.

Attachments:

1. Transtech Engineers, Inc. Consultant Agreement

2. Transtech Engineers, Inc. Proposal

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AGREEMENT FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES
Transtech Engineers, Inc.

This AGREEMENT is made and effective as of the EFFECTIVE DATE, by and between the City of Laguna Hills, a municipal corporation ("CITY") and Transtech Engineers, Inc. ("CONSULTANT"). In consideration of the mutual covenants and conditions set forth herein, the parties agree as follows:

1. TERM
This AGREEMENT shall commence on November 1, 2026 (“EFFECTIVE DATE”) and continue for an initial term of three (3) years, through October 31, 2029, unless sooner terminated or extended pursuant to the provisions of this AGREEMENT.

Upon mutual written agreement of CITY and CONSULTANT, this AGREEMENT may be extended for up to two (2) additional, successive one (1) year terms, for a maximum total term of five (5) years ending October 31, 2031. Each extension shall be approved in writing and signed by authorized representatives of both parties before expiration of the then-current term. All other terms and conditions shall continue to apply during each extension unless modified in writing in accordance with this AGREEMENT.

Notwithstanding this limit on term, some duties and obligations may survive the termination, lapse, or completion of this AGREEMENT.

2. SERVICES
CONSULTANT shall perform the tasks described and set forth in Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein as though set forth in full. CONSULTANT shall complete the tasks according to the schedule of performance which is also set forth in Exhibit A.

3. NOTICE TO PROCEED
CONSULTANT shall not perform any work or be entitled to any compensation under this AGREEMENT until a written Notice to Proceed is issued by CITY. The Notice to Proceed shall not issue unless and until CONSULTANT submits proof, satisfactory to CITY, of its procurement of appropriate insurance required by this AGREEMENT. The failure of CONSULTANT to submit proof of appropriate insurance within 10 days of the EFFECTIVE DATE is a material breach and shall constitute cause for immediate termination of this AGREEMENT by CITY.

4. PERFORMANCE
CONSULTANT shall at all times faithfully and competently perform all tasks described herein in accordance with generally accepted standards and practices utilized by persons engaged in providing similar services as are required of CONSULTANT hereunder in meeting its obligations under this AGREEMENT.

5. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE
Time is of the essence and in the performance of this AGREEMENT. CONSULTANT

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shall diligently and continuously perform the work in accordance with the agreed in Exhibit A. CONSULTANT shall not be liable for delays due to causes beyond its control and without its fault or negligence, provided CONSULTANT gives CITY prompt written notice of the delay, its cause, and its anticipated duration and uses reasobable efforts to mitigate the delay.

6. CITY MANAGEMENT
The Community Development Director or designee, shall represent CITY in all matters pertaining to the administration of this AGREEMENT, including review and approval of all materials submitted by CONSULTANT, but not including the authority to enlarge the tasks to be performed or change the compensation due to CONSULTANT.

The CITY Manager shall be authorized to act on CITY’S behalf and to execute all necessary documents that enlarge the tasks to be performed or change CONSULTANT's compensation, subject to Section 7 hereof.

7. PAYMENT
(a) CITY agrees to pay CONSULTANT in accordance with the payment rates, terms, and schedule of payment set forth in Exhibit B, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference as though set forth in full.
(b) CONSULTANT shall not be compensated for any services rendered in connection with its performance of this AGREEMENT that are in addition to those set forth herein, unless such additional services are authorized in advance and in writing by the CITY Manager. This written authorization requirement cannot be waived. CONSULTANT shall be compensated for any additional services in the amounts and in the manner as agreed to by the CITY Manager and CONSULTANT at the time CITY’s written authorization is given to CONSULTANT for the performance of said additional services.

The CITY Manager’s authority to approve additional compensation is subject to Laguna Hills Municipal Code section 3.08.150. Approval of additional compensation that exceeds the CITY Manager’s authority as specified in Laguna Hills Municipal Code section

3.08.150 must be obtained from the CITY Council.
(c) CONSULTANT shall submit reasonably detailed invoices monthly for actual services performed and, as applicable, equipment and materials acquired. Invoices shall be submitted on or about the first business day of each month, for services provided in the previous month. Payment shall be made within thirty (30) days of receipt of each invoice as to all non-disputed fees. If the CITY disputes any of CONSULTANT’s fees it shall give written notice to CONSULTANT within 30 days of receipt of an invoice of any disputed fees set forth on the invoice.

8. PUBLIC WORK
Notice is provided pursuant to Labor Code Section 1781 that all or a portion of the work contemplated in this AGREEMENT may constitute a “public work” as defined in Chapter 1, Part 7, and Division 2 of the Labor Code, to which Section 1771 applies. If all or a portion of the work contemplated under this AGREEMENT constitutes “public work,” then CONSULTANT shall pay prevailing wages, unless exempt, on those

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portions of the work which require payment of prevailing wages under the prevailing wage laws (Labor Code, §§ 1720 et seq.), and shall comply with the following to the extent applicable:
(a) Prevailing Wage Rates. Pursuant to Labor Code Section 1773.2, copies of the prevailing rate of per diem wages can be found at the California Department of Industrial Relations’ official website (www.dir.ca.gov), which shall be made available to any interested party upon request. CONSULTANT shall post a copy of the determination of the director of the prevailing rate of per diem wages at each job site. Said per diem wages are deemed to include employer payments for health and welfare, pension, vacation and travel time, and subsistence pay, all in accordance with Section 1773.1 of the Labor Code.
(b) Payroll Records. The provisions of Section 1776 of the Labor Code regarding the preparation, maintenance, and filing of payroll records are applicable to this AGREEMENT. CONSULTANT and each subCONSULTANT shall keep accurate payroll records showing the name, address, social security number, work classification, straight time, and overtime hours worked each day and week, and the actual per diem wages paid to each journeyman, apprentice, worker, or other employee employed by them in connection with the public work. Certified payroll records shall be on forms provided by the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement or contain the same information.

CONSULTANT’S AND ANY SUBCONSULTANT’S PAYROLL RECORDS SHALL BE SUBMITTED TO CITY ON A WEEKLY BASIS. CONSULTANT SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR SUBMITTAL OF subCONSULTANT’S PAYROLL RECORDS.

Additionally, CONSULTANT or subCONSULTANT’S has ten (10) days in which to comply subsequent to receipt of a written notice requesting the records enumerated in Section 1776, subdivision (a), of the Labor Code. In the event that CONSULTANT or subCONSULTANT fails to comply within the ten (10) day period, they shall, as a penalty to CITY, forfeit One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) for each calendar day, or portion thereof, for each worker, until strict compliance is effectuated. CITY may deduct this penalty from any monies due or that may become due CONSULTANT under this AGREEMENT.
(c) Penalty. CONSULTANT and any subCONSULTANT under CONSULTANT shall, as a penalty to CITY, forfeit not more than Two Hundred Dollars ($200.00) for each calendar day, or portion thereof, for each worker paid (either by CONSULTANT or any subCONSULTANT under CONSULTANT) less than the prevailing rate set forth herein on the work provided for in this AGREEMENT. CITY may deduct the penalty from any monies due or that may become due CONSULTANT under this AGREEMENT. The difference between the prevailing wage rates and the amount paid to each worker for each calendar day, or portion thereof, for which each worker was paid less than the prevailing wage rate shall also be paid to each worker by CONSULTANT or subCONSULTANT, in accordance with Section 1775 of the Labor Code of the State of California. (d) Apprentices. If applicable, the provisions of Labor Code Section 1777.5 requiring the use of apprentices in certain ratios to journeymen are hereby imposed upon CONSULTANT and each subCONSULTANT.

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(e) Legal Day’s Work. In the performance of this AGREEMENT, not more than eight (8) hours shall constitute a day’s work, and CONSULTANT shall not require more than eight (8) hours of labor in a day from any person employed by them hereunder except as provided in Labor Code Section 1815. CONSULTANT and each subCONSULTANT shall conform to Article 3, Chapter 1, Part 7 (Sections 1810 et seq.), of the Labor Code of the State of California, and it is agreed that CONSULTANT shall forfeit to CITY as a penalty the sum of Twenty-Five Dollars ($25.00) for each worker employed in the execution of this AGREEMENT by CONSULTANT or any subCONSULTANT for each calendar day during which any worker is required or permitted to labor more than eight (8) hours in any one (1) calendar day and forty (40) hours in any one (1) week in violation of said article. CITY may deduct this penalty from any monies due or that may become due pursuant to this AGREEMENT.

9. SUSPENSION OR TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT WITHOUT CAUSE (a) CITY may at any time, for any reason, with or without cause, suspend or terminate this AGREEMENT, or any portion hereof, by serving upon CONSULTANT, at least thirty (30) days prior written notice. CITY shall not be obligated to explain its reasons for termination. Upon receipt of said notice, CONSULTANT shall immediately cease all work under this AGREEMENT, unless the notice provides otherwise. If CITY suspends or terminates a portion of this AGREEMENT such suspension or termination shall not make void or invalidate the remainder of this AGREEMENT. (b) In the event this AGREEMENT is suspended or terminated pursuant to this section, CITY shall pay to CONSULTANT the actual value of the work performed up to the time of suspension or termination, provided that the work performed is performed in accordance to this AGREEMENT. Upon suspension or termination of the AGREEMENT pursuant to this section, CONSULTANT will, as a precondition to being compensated, submit an invoice to CITY detailing work performed up to the time of suspension or termination within thirty (30) days of the effective date of suspension or termination.

10. DEFAULT OF CONSULTANT
(a) CONSULTANT's failure to comply with the provisions of this AGREEMENT shall constitute a material default. In the event that CONSULTANT is in default for cause under the terms of this AGREEMENT, CITY shall have no obligation or duty to continue compensating CONSULTANT for any work performed after the date of default and can terminate this AGREEMENT immediately by written notice to CONSULTANT. If such failure by the CONSULTANT to make progress in the performance of work hereunder arises out of causes beyond CONSULTANT's control, and without fault or negligence of CONSULTANT, it shall not be considered a default.
(b) As an alternative to the procedure for immediate termination for default set forth in subparagraph (a), if CITY determines that CONSULTANT is in default in the performance of any of the terms or conditions of this AGREEMENT, CITY may in its discretion cause to be served upon CONSULTANT a written notice of the default and demand to cure. CONSULTANT shall have ten (10) calendar days after service upon it of said notice to cure the default by rendering a satisfactory performance. In the event that CONSULTANT fails to cure its default within such period of time, CITY shall have the

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right, notwithstanding any other provision of this AGREEMENT, to terminate this AGREEMENT without further notice and without prejudice to any other remedy to which it may be entitled at law, in equity, or under this AGREEMENT.

11. OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS
(a) CONSULTANT shall maintain complete and accurate records with respect to the plans, specifications, estimates, drawings, design calculations, letters, reports, testing results, and other such information including as-built records as required by CITY that relate to the performance of services under this AGREEMENT. CONSULTANT shall maintain adequate records of services provided in sufficient detail to permit an evaluation of services. All such records shall be maintained in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and shall be clearly identified and readily accessible. CONSULTANT shall provide free access to the representatives of CITY or its designees at reasonable times to such books and records; shall give CITY the right to examine and audit said books and records; shall permit CITY to make copies and transcripts therefrom as necessary; and shall allow inspection of all work, data, documents, proceedings, and activities related to this AGREEMENT. Such records, together with supporting documents, shall be maintained for a period of three (3) years after receipt of final payment. For project records stored in CITY’s designated permitting systems, plan review portals, shared drives, servers, or other CITY-designated repositories, CONSULTANT shall not be required to maintain duplicate copies in its own offices or systems.
(b) Upon completion of, or in the event of termination, or suspension of this AGREEMENT, all original documents, plans, specifications, engineer’s estimates, electronic files, and other documents prepared in the course of providing the services to be performed pursuant to this AGREEMENT shall become the sole property of CITY and may be used, reused, or otherwise disposed of by CITY without the permission of CONSULTANT. If CITY modifies or otherwise utilizes the CONSULTANT’S documents for any purpose not related to this Agreement, it does so at its sole risk and without any liability on the part of CONSULTANT. With respect to computer files, CONSULTANT shall make available to CITY, upon reasonable written request by CITY, the necessary computer software and hardware for purposes of accessing, compiling, transferring, and printing computer files.

12. PATENT AND COPYRIGHT INFRINGMENT
(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, indemnify and hold harmless at its expense any claim or suit against CITY, its officers, agents, employees and volunteers, on account of any allegation that any item furnished by CONSULTANT under this AGREEMENT, or the normal use thereof arising out of the performance of this AGREEMENT, infringes upon any U.S. or foreign, letters patent or copyright or other intellectual property right, 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

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of a deliverable, such that CITY’S alteration of such deliverable created the infringement upon any U.S. or foreign, 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. or foreign letters patent or copyright. (b) CONSULTANT shall have 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 the item, or shall substitute an equivalent item acceptable to CITY and extend this patent and copyright indemnity thereto.

13. INDEMNIFICATION
(a) Indemnification for Professional Liability. When the law establishes a professional standard of care for CONSULTANT’s services, to the fullest extent permitted by law, CONSULTANT shall indemnify, protect, defend, and hold harmless CITY and any and all of its officials, officers, employees, and agents (“INDEMNIFIED PARTIES”) from and against any and all losses, liabilities, damages, costs, and expenses, including attorney’s fees and costs to the extent the same are caused in whole or in part by any negligent or wrongful act, error, or omission of CONSULTANT, its officers, agents, employees, or subconsultants (or any entity or individual that CONSULTANT shall bear the legal liability thereof) in the performance of professional services under this AGREEMENT. With respect to the design of public improvements, CONSULTANT shall not be liable for any injuries or property damage resulting from the reuse of the design at a location other than that specified in this AGREEMENT without the written consent of CONSULTANT.

For all Consultant performances under this Agreement that are within the provision of design professional services as defined under California Civil Code Section 2782.8, the following shall apply: Notwithstanding any clause or provision in this Agreement or any other applicable Agreement to the contrary all specifically relating to design professional services and related performances to these design professional services, as specified, in California Civil Code Section 2782.8, Consultant agrees to indemnify and hold harmless (but not defend) the City, its officers, directors and employees from and against damages and costs that City is legally obligated to pay, to the extent caused by the negligent act, error or omission of the Consultant or anyone for whom the Consultant is legally responsible, subject to any limitations of liability contained in this Agreement. Consultant shall have liability for reimbursing reasonable and necessary defense costs incurred by persons indemnified to the extent caused by Consultant’s negligence herein and recoverable under applicable law on account of negligence.

For all Consultant performances under this Agreement that are not for design professional services as defined under California Civil Code Section 2782.8 the following shall apply:

Consultant agrees to defend, indemnify, protect and hold harmless City, its officers, officials, employees, agents, attorneys, and volunteers from and against any and all claims, demands, losses, attorney fees, defense costs or expenses, or liability of any kind or nature which City, its officers, officials, employees, agents, attorneys and volunteers

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may sustain or incur or which may be imposed upon them for injury to or death of persons, or damage to property arising out of Consultant's negligent or wrongful acts or omissions in performing or failing to perform under the terms of this Agreement, excepting only liability arising out of the negligence or wrongful conduct of City, its officers, officials, consultants, employees, agents, attorneys and volunteers. (b) Indemnification for Other Than Professional Liability. Other than in the performance of professional services and to the full extent permitted by law, CONSULTANT shall indemnify, defend, protect and hold harmless CITY, and any and all of its employees, officials, officers, agents, and volunteers from and against any liability (including liability for claims, suits, actions, arbitration proceedings, administrative proceedings, regulatory proceedings, losses, expenses, or costs of any kind, whether actual, alleged, or threatened, including attorneys fees and costs, court costs, interest, defense costs, and expert witness fees), where the same arise out of, are a consequence of, or are in any way attributable to, in whole or in part, the negligent or wrongful acts or omissions, willful misconduct, or contractual breach in the performance of this AGREEMENT by CONSULTANT or by any individual or entity for which CONSULTANT is legally liable, including but not limited to officers, agents, employees, or subconsultants of CONSULTANT.
(c) General Indemnification Provisions. CONSULTANT agrees to obtain executed indemnity agreements with provisions identical to those set forth here in this section from each and every subconsultant or any other person or entity involved by, for, with or on behalf of CONSULTANT in the performance of this AGREEMENT. In the event CONSULTANT fails to obtain such indemnity obligations from others as required here, CONSULTANT agrees to be fully responsible according to the terms of this section. Failure of CITY to monitor compliance with these requirements imposes no additional obligations on CITY and will in no way act as a waiver of any rights hereunder. This obligation to indemnify and defend CITY as set forth here is binding on the successors, assigns, or heirs of CONSULTANT and shall survive the termination of this AGREEMENT or this section. Nothing in this indemnity shall be construed as authorizing any award of attorney’s fees in any action on or to enforce the terms of this Indemnity or AGREEMENT. This indemnity shall apply to all claims and liability regardless of whether any insurance policies are applicable. (d) Indemnity Provisions for Contracts Related to Construction. This paragraph applies only when this AGREEMENT is related to construction. Without affecting the rights of CITY under any provision of this AGREEMENT, CONSULTANT shall not be required to indemnify and hold harmless CITY for liability attributable to the active negligence of CITY, provided such active negligence is determined by agreement between the parties or by the findings of a court of competent jurisdiction. In instances where CITY is shown to have been actively negligent and where CITY’s active negligence accounts for only a percentage of the liability involved, the obligation of CONSULTANT will be for that entire portion or percentage of liability not attributable to the active negligence of CITY.

This section shall survive the lapse, termination, or completion of this AGREEMENT.

14. INSURANCE
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AGREEMENT, CONSULTANT shall obtain, and thereafter maintain for the duration of this AGREEMENT, insurance coverage as specified in Exhibit C, attached hereto and incorporated herein as though set forth in full. This duty or obligation shall survive the lapse, termination, or completion of this AGREEMENT.

15. NON-LIABILITY OF OFFICERS, AGENTS, EMPLOYEES AND VOLUNTEERS No officer, agent, employee and/or volunteer of the CITY or CONSULTANT shall be personally liable to the other party, or any successor-in-interest, in the event of any default or breach by the CITY or CONSULTANT or for any amount which may become due to the other party or to its successor, or for breach of any obligation of the terms of this AGREEMENT.

16. NOT APPLICABLE

17. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
(a) CONSULTANT is and shall at all times remain as to the CITY a wholly independent contractor having only the contractual duties and obligations agreed upon as memorialized in 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 officers, officials, employees, agents, or volunteers shall have control over the conduct of CONSULTANT or any of CONSULTANT's officers, employees, or agents, except as set forth in this AGREEMENT.

CONSULTANT shall not at any time or in any manner represent that it or any of its officers, employees, or agents are in any manner officers, employees, or agents of the CITY.

CONSULTANT shall not incur or have the power to incur any debt, obligation, or liability whatsoever against CITY, or bind CITY in any manner, whether in law or equity. (b) No employee benefits shall be available to CONSULTANT in connection with the performance of this AGREEMENT. Except for the fees paid to CONSULTANT as provided in this AGREEMENT, CITY shall not pay, nor be deemed to have paid or delivered, salaries, wages, or other compensation to CONSULTANT for performing services hereunder for CITY. CITY shall not be liable for compensation or indemnification to CONSULTANT for injury or sickness arising out of performing services hereunder. In addition to the indemnification provisions of Section 13, CONSULTANT shall indemnify, defend, and hold CITY harmless from claims or liability arising from CONSULTANT’s employees for CITY benefits including, but not limited to, pension, health benefits, holiday, vacations, etc.
(c) If CONSULTANT, or any of its employees, agents, or subCONSULTANTs performing work under this AGREEMENT, claims or is determined by the court or the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) to qualify as a CITY employee for PERS purposes, CONSULTANT shall defend, indemnify and hold the CITY harmless from any related costs. These costs include all required PERS contributions (both employee and employer shares), as well as associated penalties and interest that would otherwise be the CITY’s responsibility.

18. LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES
CONSULTANT shall keep itself informed of State and Federal laws and regulations

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which in any manner affect its requirements under this AGREEMENT, and those employed by it or in any way affect the performance of its service, duties, and obligations pursuant to this AGREEMENT. CONSULTANT shall at all times observe and comply with all such laws and regulations. CITY, and its officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers shall not be liable at law or in equity occasioned by failure of CONSULTANT to comply with this Section. This section shall survive, without limitation, the termination, lapse or completion of this AGREEMENT.

19. 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 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.

20. POLITICAL REFORM ACT
If the Political Reform Act requires CONSULTANT to file a Form 700, then CONSULTANT must file a Form 700 with full disclosure within thirty 30 days of assuming office and thereafter must file an annual statement for each calendar year of this AGREEMENT.

21. CONFLICT OF INTEREST
No officer, agent 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 affects 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, including any CITY officer, agent, employee any money or other consideration in exchange for obtaining this AGREEMENT

22. UNDUE INFLUENCE
CONSULTANT declares and warrants that no undue influence or pressure is used against or in concert with any officer or employee of CITY in connection with the award, terms, or implementation of this AGREEMENT, including any method of coercion, confidential financial arrangement, or financial inducement. No officer or employee of the CITY will receive compensation, directly or indirectly, from CONSULTANT, or from any officer, employee, or agent of CONSULTANT, in connection with the award of this AGREEMENT or any work to be conducted as a result of this AGREEMENT. Violation of this section shall be a material breach of this AGREEMENT entitling CITY to any and all

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remedies at law or in equity.

23. NO BENEFIT TO ARISE TO LOCAL EMPLOYEES
No member, officer, or employee of CITY, or their designees or agents, and no public official who exercises authority over or responsibilities with respect to the project during their tenure or for one year thereafter, shall have any interest, direct or indirect, in any AGREEMENT or sub-AGREEMENT, or the proceeds thereof, for work to be performed in connection with this AGREEMENT.

24. RELEASE OF INFORMATION / CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
(a) All information gained by CONSULTANT in performance of this AGREEMENT shall be considered confidential and shall not be released by CONSULTANT without CITY’s prior written authorization. CONSULTANT, its officers, employees, agents, or subCONSULTANTs, shall not without written authorization from the CITY Manager or unless requested by the Attorney for the CITY, voluntarily provide declarations, letters of support, testimony at depositions, response to interrogatories, or other information concerning the work performed under this AGREEMENT or relating to any project or property located within the CITY. Response to a subpoena or court order shall not be considered “voluntary” provided CONSULTANT gives CITY notice of such court order or subpoena.
(b) CONSULTANT shall promptly notify CITY should CONSULTANT, its officers, employees, agents, or subCONSULTANTs be served with any summons, complaint, subpoena, notice of deposition, request for documents, interrogatories, requests for admissions, or other discovery request, court order, or subpoena from any person or party regarding this AGREEMENT and the work performed thereunder or with respect to any project or property located within the CITY. CONSULTANT agrees to cooperate fully with CITY and to provide the opportunity to review any response to discovery requests provided by CONSULTANT. However, CITY's right to review any such response does not imply or mean the right by CITY to control, direct, or rewrite said response.

25. SECURITY OF INFORMATION
CONSULTANT shall identify reasonably foreseeable internal and external risks to the privacy and security of personal information acquired during performance of this AGREEMENT that could result in the unauthorized disclosure, misuse, alteration, destruction, or other compromise of the information. CONSULTANT shall regularly assess the sufficiency of any safeguards and information security awareness training in place to control reasonably foreseeable internal and external risks, and evaluate and adjust those safeguards in light of the assessment.

26. NOTICES
Any notices which either party may desire to give to the other party under this AGREEMENT must be in writing and may be given either by (i) personal service, (ii) delivery by a reputable document delivery service, such as but not limited to, Federal Express, which provides a receipt showing date and time of delivery, or (iii) mailing in the

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United States Mail, certified mail, postage prepaid, return receipt requested, addressed to the address of the party as set forth below or at any other address as that party may later designate by notice:

CITY CONSULTANT
City of Laguna Hills Transtech Engineers, Inc.
24035 El Toro Rd 13367 Benson Avenue
Laguna Hills, CA 92653 Chino, CA 91710
Attn: City Clerk Attn: Melissa Demirci, CEO

27. ASSIGNMENT
CONSULTANT shall not assign the performance of this AGREEMENT, nor any part thereof, nor any monies due hereunder, without the prior written consent of CITY, which the CITY may grant or withhold in its sole and absolute discretion, with no obligation to disclose the basis for its decision to any person, firm, entity, or Party.

CONSULTANT shall provide CITY fourteen (14) days’ notice prior to the departure of any key personnel from CONSULTANT’s employ. Should key personnel leave CONSULTANT’s employ, CITY shall have the option to immediately terminate this AGREEMENT, within three (3) days of the close of said notice period. Upon termination of this AGREEMENT, CONSULTANT’s sole compensation shall be payment for actual services performed up to, and including, the date of termination or as may be otherwise agreed to in writing between the CITY Council and CONSULTANT.

28. LICENSES, PERMITS AND FEES
At all times during the term of this AGREEMENT and prior to commencement of any work under this AGREEMENT, CONSULTANT shall have in full force and effect, all licenses and permits required of it by law for the performance of the services described in this AGREEMENT, including, but not limited to, obtaining and maintaining a Laguna Hills business license. This includes payments of all applicable fees and other charges necessary for such compliance and performance.

29. GOVERNING LAW
CITY and CONSULTANT understand and agree that the laws of the State of California, or, as necessary, the laws of the United States Federal government, shall govern the rights, obligations, duties, and liabilities of the parties to this AGREEMENT and also govern the interpretation of this AGREEMENT. Any litigation concerning this AGREEMENT shall take place in Orange County Superior Court or Central District of California Federal District Court.

30. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This AGREEMENT contains the entire understanding between the parties relating to the obligations of the parties described in this AGREEMENT. All prior or contemporaneous AGREEMENTs, understandings, representations, and statements, oral or written, direct or implied, are merged into this AGREEMENT and shall be of no further

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force or effect. Each party is entering into this AGREEMENT based solely upon the representations set forth herein and upon each party's own independent investigation of any and all facts such party deems material. Each Party has had the opportunity to have this AGREEMENT reviewed by independent legal counsel of its own selection and is not relying on any representations, opinions, or advice of the other Party.

31. CONTENTS OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL AND PROPOSAL
CONSULTANT is bound by the contents of CITY’s Request for Proposals and the contents of the Proposal submitted by CONSULTANT. In the event of conflict, this AGREEMENT shall take precedence over CITY’s Request for Proposals and CONSULTANT’s Proposal; and CITY’s Request for Proposals shall take precedence over CONSULTANT’s Proposal. No limitation of CONSULTANT’s liability, waiver of rights of CITY, or release of rights or remedies held by CITY, contained in CONSULTANT’s Proposal shall be of any force or effect.

32. INTERPRETATION
In the event of conflict or inconsistency between this AGREEMENT and any other document, including any proposal or Exhibit hereto, this AGREEMENT shall control unless a contrary intent is clearly stated. This AGREEMENT shall be interpreted as though drafted by all parties hereto.

33. MODIFICATION
No modification to this AGREEMENT shall be effective unless it is in writing and signed by authorized representatives of the parties hereto. The written modification requirement cannot be waived.

34. ATTORNEY FEES
In any action or proceeding brought by either party against the other party arising out of or in any way connected to this AGREEMENT, or where any provision hereof is validly asserted as a defense, the parties shall bear their own attorney’s fees, costs, and expenses. Nothing in this provision shall excuse CONSULTANT’s duty pursuant to Article 13 to provide CITY with a defense at CONSULTANT’s cost when CITY receives a complaint, petition, or other pleading from a third party requiring CITY to defend itself.

35. SEVERABILITY
If any provision of this AGREEMENT is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by court or jurisdiction, that provision shall be severed from the AGREEMENT, and the remaining provisions shall be in full force and effect.

36. AUTHORITY TO EXECUTE THIS AGREEMENT
The person or persons executing this AGREEMENT on behalf of CONSULTANT warrants and represents that they have the authority to execute this AGREEMENT on behalf of CONSULTANT and have the authority to bind CONSULTANT to the performance of its obligations hereunder. CONSULTANT agrees that the person executing

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this AGREEMENT is an authorized agent of the CONSULTANT with the power to bind CONSULTANT to this AGREEMENT.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this AGREEMENT to be executed the day and year first above written.
“CITY” “CONSULTANT”
CITY OF LAGUNA HILLS, a California Transtech Engineers, Inc., a California Muncipal Corporation Corporation
__________________________________ __________________________________ Bob Wingenroth Melissa Demirci
City Manager Chief Executive Officer

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Name
Title
ATTEST:
__________________________________ (SEAL)
Joshua Stevenson, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Vanessa Lassooy
Interim Deputy City Attorney

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EXHIBIT “A”

SCOPE OF SERVICES
A.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
CONSULTANT shall provide comprehensive Building and Safety services for CITY, including Building Official services, building inspections, plan review, technical customer assistance, and related administrative support.

Services shall comply with applicable building, residential, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, energy, green building, and accessibility requirements; CITY ordinances and amendments; approved plans; and applicable conditions of approval.

The Community Development Director or designee shall direct service priorities and coordinate daily activities. Services shall begin upon CITY’s written Notice to Proceed and continue during the term and any extensions authorized under the AGREEMENT.

A.2 STAFFING AND CONTINUITY
All services provided under this AGREEMENT shall be under the responsibility and oversight of Dennis Tarango and Ayla Jeffersonboth Principal Chief Building Officials.

CONSULTANT shall assign qualified primary and backup personnel to provide Building Official, inspection, plan review, structural review, and specialized inspection services for CITY. CONSULTANT shall endeavor to maintain continuity and consistency in assigned personnel throughout the term of the AGREEMENT and shall provide qualified backup personnel familiar with CITY procedures and active projects when substitutions are necessary. CONSULTANT shall notify CITY of any changes to assigned primary or backup personnel.

Inspection and City Hall coverage. CONSULTANT shall provide at least one full-time Building Inspector, equivalent to 40 hours per week averaged over CITY’s two-week work cycle. Assigned time shall include field inspections, City Hall technical assistance, recordkeeping, and coordination. Completion of the daily inspection route shall not end the inspector’s assignment for that day.

CONSULTANT shall maintain technical assistance during CITY’s established building counter hours and inspection availability Monday through Friday, including alternating Fridays when City Hall is closed, excluding CITY-designated inspection holidays. Personnel schedules shall be coordinated with CITY.

Building Official coverage. CONSULTANT shall provide scheduled on-site Building Official services initially anticipated at approximately 2-8 hours per week, together with direct

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telephone, email, text, and virtual access throughout the regular business week. On-site Building Official presence at City Hall shall be provided on an as-needed basis, with routine Building Official support provided through a combination of on-site and remote services as appropriate. The fee-sharing compensation includes up to forty (40) hours per calendar month of Building Official services, which may be used in greater or lesser amounts in any given week without a weekly limit. Building Official services requested by CITY in excess of forty (40) hours in any calendar month shall be compensated at the applicable hourly rate set forth in Exhibit B.

Additional staffing. Additional Staffing. CONSULTANT shall monitor inspection and plan review workload and provide reasonable supplemental staffing as necessary to maintain the service standards established in this Exhibit.

Inspection staffing shall be managed based on daily inspection volume and workload. If inspection volume necessitates additional staffing, CONSULTANT shall evaluate the workload and, as needed, provide additional inspection support to maintain the inspection service standards established in Section A.5 of this Exhibit.

Plan review staffing shall be adjusted as necessary based on submittal volume and complexity in order to meet the applicable plan review turnaround times established in this Exhibit. Staffing necessary to perform included services shall be covered by the fee-sharing compensation, provided that the additional staffing is required due to increased workload associated with plan check, permit, or inspection services for which applicable fees have been paid and included in the eligible Building Division fee collections Qualifications and replacements. Inspection personnel shall possess appropriate certifications for their assigned residential, commercial, and trade disciplines and at least three years of relevant municipal or municipal consulting experience. Structural reviews shall be performed by appropriately licensed professionals. CASp services shall be provided by a qualified specialist with at least three years of accessibility inspection experience.

CONSULTANT shall maintain qualified backup coverage for absences, vacancies, and workload fluctuations. Substitutions require CITY approval; emergency substitutions shall be reported promptly. CITY may reject personnel or request replacement. Recruiting, orientation, replacement, and backup coverage shall not generate additional charges for included services.

A.3 CUSTOMER SERVICE AND COMMUNICATION
CONSULTANT shall:
• Provide courteous, consistent, solution-oriented assistance to residents, applicants, contractors, design professionals, and CITY staff.
• Explain requirements and corrections clearly, identify applicable code provisions, and assist applicants in understanding available compliant approaches.

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• Respond to CITY inquiries within 24 hours during the regular business week, with same-day responses whenever practicable. Public telephone and email inquiries shall receive a response the same or following business day.
• For matters requiring research, acknowledge the request, identify the responsible staff member, provide an anticipated completion date, and communicate material changes. • Make plan reviewers and the Building Official available for applicant meetings and resolution of conflicting interpretations.
• Promptly notify CITY of significant complaints, disputed interpretations, unsafe conditions, and anticipated service delays.
• Maintain direct contact information for primary and backup personnel and a designated after-hours emergency contact.

A.4 PLAN REVIEW
CONSULTANT shall review residential, multifamily, commercial, industrial, tenant improvement, alteration, addition, and other building permit applications assigned by CITY.

Review shall encompass applicable architectural, structural, building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, energy, CALGreen, accessibility, and related building permit requirements.

CONSULTANT shall coordinate with Planning, Public Works, OCFA, and other reviewing agencies as appropriate.

Services include initial reviews, ordinary resubmittals, correction verification, applicant consultation, review of deferred submittals and construction revisions, and preparation of approved plans and supporting records. Routine resubmittals shall be included in the fee share. Material project redesigns or other extraordinary assignments requiring separate compensation shall follow Section 7.

CONSULTANT shall provide coordinated correction comments with code references, use consistent review criteria, and maintain continuity between reviewers whenever practicable.

New comments on resubmittals shall identify their basis, including changed plans or previously unidentified compliance issues.

Project Category Initial Review Subsequent Review
Minor projects 5 business days 5 business days
Standard projects 10 business days 5 business days
Major or complex projects, when CITY
approves this classification and schedule
20 business days 10 business days
Review periods begin when CITY transmits the complete review package to CONSULTANT.

CONSULTANT shall promptly identify missing information and document any CITYapproved suspension or extension. Internal routing and staffing shall not restart the review period.

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The standard schedule applies unless CITY approves a longer schedule for a particular project. CONSULTANT shall notify CITY before a deadline is jeopardized and provide a recovery plan. Consultant-caused delays shall be corrected at no additional cost.

Simple reviews suitable for immediate counter assistance shall be handled promptly when qualified staff are available. Expedited reviews may be provided upon CITY authorization.

A.5 BUILDING INSPECTIONS
CONSULTANT shall:
• Perform inspections and reinspections of permitted construction for compliance with approved plans, applicable codes, conditions of approval, and building-related stormwater, erosion control, and BMP requirements.
• Complete inspection requests received by CITY’s established cutoff no later than the following inspection business day. Workload shall be managed through additional staffing as necessary.
• Coordinate inspection scheduling and communicate access requirements and material schedule changes to applicants.
• Provide clear inspection results identifying the inspection date, inspector, inspection type, approval status, deficiencies, required corrections, and authorization to proceed when applicable.
• Enter results and supporting documentation in CITY’s inspection system on the inspection date.
• Review required special inspection reports, testing documentation, and other supporting records before approving the applicable construction stage or final inspection.
• Coordinate permit finalization and occupancy approvals with the Building Official and other responsible agencies.
• Investigate building-related complaints and unpermitted work as directed, document findings, and assist CITY with appropriate corrective action. • Immediately report observed conditions presenting an imminent safety concern and take action within the authority delegated by CITY.

Inspection services associated with an issued permit for which applicable permit and/or inspection fees have been paid shall be included in the fee-sharing compensation, whether performed during regular business hours or after hours, including after-hours inspections for which the applicable after-hours inspection fee has been paid by the applicant.

Emergency Inspections. CONSULTANT shall maintain an after-hours emergency contact and provide emergency building inspection and safety assessment services, including responses to fires, vehicle impacts, structural failures, and other incidents affecting building safety. Services shall be available during and outside normal business hours, including weekends and holidays, at CITY’s request or in coordination with responding public safety agencies.

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CONSULTANT shall promptly assess reported conditions, coordinate with CITY and emergency personnel, document findings, and recommend or implement appropriate safety measures within its delegated authority, including occupancy restrictions and posting unsafe structures.

Inspections requested by CITY for emergency conditions, or other CITY-requested inspections not associated with an issued permit for which applicable fees have been paid, shall be considered Additional Services and compensated at the applicable hourly rate set forth in Exhibit B, whether performed during regular business hours or after hours. Such services shall be compensated only as authorized in writing in accordance with a Section 7 of the AGREEMENT.

A.6 BUILDING OFFICIAL AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT
The Building Official shall provide technical leadership, supervision, and quality control for the assigned Building Division services, including:
• Code interpretation; review of alternative materials and methods; and resolution of plan review and inspection disagreements.
• Oversight of permit approvals, certificates of occupancy, and related determinations within delegated authority.
• Coordination of building-related enforcement, unsafe structures, and complaint resolution with CITY staff.
• Technical assistance with code adoption, local amendments, procedures, forms, and public information.
• Coordination with CITY departments, OCFA, and other agencies. • Attendance at meetings and preparation of building-related reports and recommendations as directed.
• Routine training and technical guidance for CITY permit counter staff. • CASp consultation and accessibility review associated with assigned building permit work.

CONSULTANT shall provide emergency inspections and building safety assessments in accordance with Section 5.

A.7 CITY SYSTEMS, RECORDS, AND EQUIPMENT
CONSULTANT shall use CITY’s designated systems, including Tyler EPL/EnerGov, IG Inspect, EPL Review Coordinator, , for applicable permitting, inspection, plan review, comments, approvals, and records. CITY shall provide CONSULTANT with the necessary user licenses, accounts, and access permissions required to use CITY-designated systems for performance of the services under this AGREEMENT.

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CONSULTANT shall ensure assigned personnel are trained to use these systems.

Supplemental internal tracking shall remain compatible with CITY requirements, and complete project records shall be maintained in CITY’s designated systems.

CONSULTANT shall furnish the vehicles, mobile devices, communications equipment, professional resources, and staff training necessary to perform its services. CITY shall provide reasonable access to City Hall work areas, existing records, and authorized CITY system accounts.

Work products and records shall be delivered to CITY and maintained in accordance with the AGREEMENT, including upon personnel changes and contract termination.

A.8 TRANSITION, REPORTING, AND QUALITY CONTROL
Before assuming operational responsibility, CONSULTANT shall coordinate a transition plan with CITY covering personnel assignments, backup contacts, software access, open permits, active plan reviews, scheduled inspections, enforcement matters, and upcoming deadlines.

The transition inventory shall identify projects with fees collected before CONSULTANT’s commencement and any proposed separate compensation arrangements. Identification of such projects shall not itself authorize additional billing.

CONSULTANT shall preserve service continuity and existing project records and shall not require unnecessary resubmittals solely because of the change in service provider.

CONSULTANT shall meet with CITY at least monthly, and more frequently during transition or as needed, to review staffing, workload, deadlines, complaints, and service improvements.

A monthly activity report shall accompany each invoice and summarize staffing and on-site BO hours, plan reviews, turnaround performance, inspections, overdue assignments, significant issues, and corrective actions.

CONSULTANT shall conduct supervisory quality reviews and correct its errors, inconsistent comments, and deficient work without additional compensation.

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EXHIBIT “B”

COMPENSATION AND PAYMENT
B.1 INCLUDED SERVICE
Except for separately authorized additional services, the compensation below includes the services described in this Exhibit, including full-time inspection coverage, routine supplemental staffing, backup personnel, plan review, as-needed Building Official services, customer assistance, routine coordination, reporting, quality control, and after-hours, weekend, and emergency inspections.

Compensation includes overhead, supervision, administration, routine travel, vehicles, equipment, communications, training, and other expenses necessary to provide included services.

B.2 MONTHLY FEE SHARE
CONSULTANT shall receive the following percentages of eligible Building Division fees actually collected by CITY during each calendar month:

Monthly Collection Tier CONSULTANT Share
First $40,000 50%
Portion over $40,000 through $60,000 50%
Portion over $60,000 through $80,000 45%
Portion over $80,000 40%
The percentages apply marginally, only to the collections within each tier. Tiers reset each calendar month.

Eligible collections include building division permit, plan-check, and inspection fees for services covered by this AGREEMENT. Each fee collected shall be included only once in determining the monthly eligible collection amount.

The calculation shall exclude refundable deposits, development impact fees, planning and public works fees, other-agency charges, and separately identified CITY administrative or technology charges unless expressly included by written agreement. CITY Finance shall establish the applicable revenue account mapping. Refunds and accounting adjustments shall be reconciled to the applicable collection period. Any refund or credit related to fees originally collected prior to CONSULTANT’s commencement of services shall be excluded from CONSULTANT’s monthly fee-sharing calculation and shall not reduce eligible collections for the applicable month.

B.3 MONTHLY MINIMUM
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share or $20,000. The minimum is not added to the calculated fee share. The monthly minimum includes one full-time Building Inspector, plan review services, and Building Official services within the service level established in Section A.2.

If CITY and CONSULTANT agree to reduce the required service levels, the monthly minimum shall be prorated to reflect the agreed reduction. The revised service levels, applicable period, and adjusted monthly minimum shall be documented in an authorized written amendment. Compensation shall remain the greater of the calculated monthly fee share or the adjusted monthly minimum.

For illustration, $100,000 in eligible monthly collections produces compensation of $47,000, leaving $53,000 for CITY before its other expenses and any authorized additional services.

When the minimum applies, CITY’s retained amount will be lower than the percentage calculation alone would indicate.

B.4 ADDITIONAL SERVICES
Additional compensation requires advance written authorization under Section 7 of the AGREEMENT, identifying the assignment, deliverables, schedule, applicable rates, and a not-to-exceed amount.

Potential additional assignments include temporary Permit Technician staffing, formal entitlement reviews unrelated to a fee-covered permit, separately requested expedited, standalone CASp assessments, Building Official services exceeding the service level established in Section A.2, and CITY-requested inspections identified as Additional Services under Section A.5.

Routine included services shall not become separately billable solely because fee collections are low, provided the services are associated with paid plan-check, permit, or inspection fees included in the eligible Building Division fee collections. Additional staffing required due to increased fee-supported plan-check, permit, or inspection workload shall remain included in the fee-sharing compensation.

Where plan-check, permit, or inspection fees are not collected, compensation shall be based on the applicable hourly rates set forth below, subject to advance written authorization in accordance with Section 7 of the AGREEMENTNo work shall receive both fee-sharing and hourly compensation. Any approved project-specific compensation arrangement shall expressly address the treatment of associated collections.

The following rates apply only to separately authorized work:

Classification Hourly Rate
Building Official $180
Building Official/Supervisor $160

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Senior Building Inspector $135
Building Inspector $115
Plans Examiner $160
Structural Plans Examiner / Plan Check Engineer $180
CASp Specialist $180
Permit Technician $80
Administrative Support $75
These rates include overhead and related expenses. Overtime premiums, minimum callouts, reimbursable expenses, or other surcharges require express advance written authorization.

B.5 INVOICES AND PAYMENT
CONSULTANT shall submit reasonably detailed monthly invoices on or about the first business day for the preceding month, supported by CITY’s collection records.

Invoices shall separately identify eligible collections, each marginal tier calculation, any minimum adjustment, refunds or credits, and authorized additional services. Hourly charges shall identify the authorization, personnel classification, date, hours, rate, work performed, and remaining authorized budget.

CITY shall pay undisputed amounts within 30 days after receipt and provide written notice of disputed charges within the period specified in the AGREEMENT.

B.6 ADJUSTMENTS AND CONTRACT LIMIT
Fee percentages, the monthly minimum, hourly rates, and service levels may be changed only through an authorized written amendment. CONSULTANT’s hourly rates shall be adjusted annually on July 1 by the percentage change in the Local Area Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (“CPI-U”) for the preceding twelve-month period, as calculated for February by the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, consistent with CONSULTANT’s Cost Proposal.

The fee-sharing percentage established in Section B.2 shall remain unchanged unless modified by written amendment.

Other changes to service levels or compensation shall require an authorized written amendment.

For the matters expressly addressed herein, this Exhibit replaces inconsistent compensation provisions and service exclusions in CONSULTANT’s earlier proposals and clarification correspondence.

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EXHIBIT “C”

INSURANCE SPECIFICATIONS
Without limiting CONSULTANT’s indemnification of CITY, and prior to performing any work under this AGREEMENT or receiving any compensation, CONSULTANT shall obtain, provide and maintain at its own expense during the term of this AGREEMENT, policies of insurance of the type and amounts described below and in a form that is satisfactory to CITY.

General liability insurance. CONSULTANT shall maintain commercial general liability insurance with coverage at least as broad as Insurance Services Office form CG 00 01, in an amount not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence, $2,000,000 general aggregate, for bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage. The policy must include contractual liability that has not been amended. Any endorsement restricting standard ISO “insured contract” language will not be accepted. The policy shall name the CITY of Laguna Hills, and its officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers as additional insureds.

Umbrella or excess liability insurance. [If required to meet higher limits].

Umbrella liability insurance requirements. CONSULTANT shall obtain and maintain an umbrella liability insurance policy that offers comprehensive coverage. This policy must include coverage for bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage, and it should extend to encompass commercial general liability, automobile liability, and employer’s liability. The policy must incorporate the following terms and conditions:
• Drop-down feature. This feature activates if any primary insurance becomes partially or wholly uncollectible for any reason, excluding the bankruptcy or insolvency of the primary insurer.
• Claims handling. Coverage must be administered on a “pay on behalf of” basis, as opposed to reimbursement model, to ensure direct payment of claims by the insurer.
• Concurrency of coverage. The policy effective dates must align with those of the underlying primary insurance policies to ensure continuous coverage.

Excess liability insurance requirements. The CONSULTANT shall obtain and maintain an excess liability insurance policy. This policy must be structured to provide additional coverage over the CONSULTANT’s existing commercial general liability, automobile liability, and employer’s liability policies. The requirements for the policy are as follows:
• Follow-form coverage. The policy adheres strictly to the terms and conditions of the underlying policies, ensuring seamless integration of coverage.
• Drop-down provision. This provision states that the excess policy will respond as primary coverage in the event that the underlying insurer is unable to pay a claim due to insolvency, unless an insolvency exclusion specifically applies.
• Claims handling. Coverage must be administered on a “pay on behalf of”

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basis, as opposed to a reimbursement model, to ensure direct payment of claims by the insurer.
• Concurrency of coverage. The policy effective dates must align with those of the underlying policies to prevent any gaps in coverage.

Automobile liability insurance. CONSULTANT shall maintain automobile insurance at least as broad as Insurance Services Office form CA 00 01 covering bodily injury and property damage for all activities of CONSULTANT arising out of or in connection with the work to be performed under this AGREEMENT, including coverage for any owned, hired, non-owned, or rented vehicles, in an amount not less than $1,000,000.00 combined single limit for each accident.

Workers’ compensation insurance. CONSULTANT shall maintain Workers’ Compensation Insurance (Statutory Limits) and Employer’s Liability Insurance (with limits of at least $1,000,000 dollars). CONSULTANT shall submit to CITY, along with the certificate of insurance, a Waiver of Subrogation endorsement in favor of CITY, its officers, agents, employees, and volunteers.

Professional liability (errors & omissions) insurance. CONSULTANT shall maintain professional liability insurance that covers the services to be performed in connection with this AGREEMENT, in the minimum amount of $1,000,000 per claim and in the aggregate. Any policy inception date, continuity date, or retroactive date must be before the effective date of this AGREEMENT and CONSULTANT agrees to maintain continuous coverage through a period of no less than three years after completion of the services required by this AGREEMENT.

Other provisions or requirements
Proof of insurance. CONSULTANT shall provide certificates of insurance and required endorsements to CITY as evidence of the insurance coverage required herein.

Insurance certificates and endorsements must be approved by CITY prior to commencement of performance. Current certification of insurance shall be kept on file with CITY for the contract period and any additional length of time required thereafter.

CITY reserves the right to require complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies, at any time.

Duration of coverage. CONSULTANT shall procure and maintain for the contract period and any additional length of time required thereafter, insurance against claims for injuries to persons or damages to property, or financial loss, which may arise from or in connection with the performance of the work hereunder by CONSULTANT, their agents, representatives, employees, or subCONSULTANTs/ subcontractors. If this AGREEMENT involves construction, CONSULTANT must maintain general liability and umbrella or excess liability insurance for as long as there is a statutory exposure to completed operations claims. CITY and its officers, officials, employees, and agents shall continue as additional insureds under such policies.

Primary/noncontributing. Additional Insured Coverage provided by CONSULTANT shall be primary and any insurance or self-insurance procured or

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maintained by CITY shall not be required to contribute with it. The limits of insurance required herein may be satisfied by a combination of primary and umbrella or excess insurance. Any umbrella or excess insurance shall contain or be endorsed to contain a provision that such coverage shall also apply on a primary and non-contributory basis for the benefit of CITY before the CITY’s own insurance or self-insurance shall be called upon to protect it as a named insured.

CITY’s rights of enforcement. In the event any policy of insurance required under this AGREEMENT does not comply with these specifications or is canceled and not replaced, CITY has the right but not the duty to obtain the insurance it deems necessary and any premium paid by CITY will be promptly reimbursed by CONSULTANT or CITY will withhold amounts sufficient to pay premium from CONSULTANT’s payments.

In the alternative, CITY may cancel this AGREEMENT.

Acceptable insurers. All insurance policies shall be issued by an insurance company currently authorized by the Insurance Commissioner to transact business of insurance in the State of California, with an assigned policyholders’ Rating of A- (or higher) and Financial Size Category Class VII (or larger) in accordance with the latest edition of Best’s Key Rating Guide, unless otherwise approved by CITY.

Waiver of subrogation. With the exception of Professional Liability, all insurance coverage maintained or procured pursuant to this AGREEMENT shall be endorsed to waive subrogation against CITY, its elected or appointed officers, agents, officials, employees, and volunteers or shall specifically allow CONSULTANT or others providing insurance evidence in compliance with these specifications to waive their right of recovery prior to a loss. CONSULTANT hereby waives its own right of recovery against CITY and shall require similar written express waivers and insurance clauses from each of its subCONSULTANTs/subcontractors.

Enforcement of contract provisions (non estoppel). CONSULTANT acknowledges and agrees that any actual or alleged failure on the part of CITY to inform CONSULTANT of noncompliance with any requirement imposes no additional obligations on the CITY nor does it waive any rights hereunder.

Requirements not limiting. Requirements of specific coverage features or 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. Specific reference to a given coverage feature is for purposes of clarification only as it pertains to a given issue and is not intended by any party or insured to be all inclusive, or to the exclusion of other coverage, or a waiver of any type. If the CONSULTANT maintains higher limits than the minimums shown above, the CITY requires and shall be entitled to coverage for the higher limits maintained by the CONSULTANT. Any available insurance proceeds in excess of the specified minimum limits of insurance and coverage shall be available to the CITY.

Notice of cancellation. CONSULTANT agrees to oblige its insurance agent or broker and insurers to provide to CITY with a thirty (30) day notice of cancellation (except for nonpayment for which a ten (10) day notice is required) or nonrenewal of coverage for each required coverage. If any of the CONSULTANT’s insurers are unwilling to provide

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such notice, then CONSULTANT shall have the responsibility of notifying the CITY immediately in the event of CONSULTANT’s failure to renew any of the required insurance coverages, or insurer’s cancellation or non-renewal.

Additional insured status. General liability, automobile liability, and umbrella/excess liability insurance policies shall provide or be endorsed to provide that CITY and its officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers shall be additional insureds under such policies.

Prohibition of undisclosed coverage limitations. None of the coverages required herein will be in compliance with these requirements if they include any limiting endorsement of any kind that has not been first submitted to CITY and approved of in writing.

Separation of insureds. A severability of interests provision must apply for all additional insureds ensuring that CONSULTANT’s insurance shall apply separately to each insured against whom claim is made or suit is brought, except with respect to the insurer’s limits of liability. The policy(ies) shall not contain any cross-liability exclusions.

Pass through clause. CONSULTANT agrees to ensure that its subCONSULTANTs, subcontractors, and any other party who is brought onto or involved in the project/service by CONSULTANT (hereinafter collectively “subcontractor”), provide the same minimum insurance coverage and endorsements 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. However, in the event CONSULTANT’s subcontractor cannot comply with this requirement, which proof must be submitted to the CITY, CONSULTANT shall be required to ensure that its subcontractor provide and maintain insurance coverage and endorsements sufficient to the specific risk of exposure involved with subcontractor’s scope of work and services, with limits less than required of the CONSULTANT, but in all other terms consistent with the CONSULTANT’s requirements under this AGREEMENT. This provision does not relieve the CONSULTANT of its contractual obligations under the AGREEMENT and/or limit its liability to the amount of insurance coverage provided by its subcontractors. This provision is intended solely to provide CONSULTANT with the ability to utilize a subcontractor who may be otherwise qualified to perform the work or services but may not carry the same insurance limits as required of the CONSULTANT under this AGREEMENT given the limited scope of work or services provided by the subcontractor. CONSULTANT agrees that upon request, all AGREEMENTs with subcontractors, and others engaged in the project, will be submitted to CITY for review.

CITY’s right to revise specifications. CITY reserves the right at any time during the term of the AGREEMENT to change the amounts and types of insurance required by giving CONSULTANT ninety (90) days advance written notice of such change. If such change results in substantial additional cost to CONSULTANT, CITY and CONSULTANT may renegotiate CONSULTANT’s compensation.

Self-insured retentions. Any self-insured retentions must be declared to and approved by CITY. CITY reserves the right to require that self-insured retentions be

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eliminated, lowered, or replaced by a deductible, or require proof of ability to pay losses and related investigations, claim administration, and defense expenses within the retention through confirmation from the underwriter. Self-insurance will not be considered to comply with these specifications unless approved by CITY.

Timely notice of claims. CONSULTANT shall give CITY prompt and timely notice of claims made or suits instituted that arise out of or result from CONSULTANT’s performance under this AGREEMENT, and that involve or may involve coverage under any of the required liability policies.

Additional insurance. CONSULTANT shall also procure and maintain, at its own cost and expense, any additional kinds of insurance, which in its own judgment may be necessary for its proper protection and prosecution of the work.

PROPOSAL

ON-CALL

BUILDING,

PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING

CONSULTING AND SUPPORT

SERVICES
Submitted By
TRANSTECH Engineers, Inc.

Contact Person for this Proposal:

Dennis Tarango, CBO
Principal Building Official
E: [email protected]
C: 909-821-7117
www.transtech.org
855.595.2495 (toll-free)
Submitted To
City of LAGUNA HILLS
Community Development Department
24035 El Toro Road
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Attn.: Jennifer Lowe
Community Development Director
Submittal requirement:

TECHNICAL PROPOSAL:
1 marked “original”, 2 marked “copy”, 1 pdf on flash drive FEE PROPOSAL:
1 marked “original”, 2 marked “copy”, 1 pdf on flash drive

Table of Contents

ON-CALL BUILDING, PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING CONSULTING AND SUPPORT SERVICES Our proposal is structured per RFP Section II. PROPOSAL RESPONSE REQUIREMENTS (limited to 30 pages, three-hole punched, secured in binder clips, all pages numbered sequentially by section, and indexed in the following order with individual tabs
Section Page
A. Cover Letter A.1-A.1
B. Company Data B.1-B.2

1. Official Name and Address B.1

2. Primary Point of Contact B.1

3. Entity Type B.1

4. Federal Employer I.D. Number B.1

5. Firm’s Locations B.1

6. Ownership B.1

7. Number of Years in Business B.1

8. Number of Years in Providing Comparable Services B.1

9. Comparable Contracts During Last 5 Years B.2

10. Failures or Refusals to Complete Contract B.2

11. Ownership Gretar Than 10% B.2

12. Financial Interests in Other Lines of Business B.2

13. Litigation/Adverse Judgement History B.2

14. Termination of Contract For Cause History B.2
C. Resumes and Qualifications of Personnel C.1-C.20

1. Staff General Qualifications C.1

2. Licenses and Registrations C.1

3. Resumes (excluded from 30-page proposal limit) C.2-C.20 D. Organizational Chart D.1-D.1

1. Organization Chart D.1

2. Transition Plan if a Key Staff is Replaced D.1
E. References E.1-E.8
F. Project Understanding, Overview and Approach F.1-F.9

1. Understanding F.1

2. Approach F.2

3. Services Proposed F.6

4. Project Management F.8

5. Resources, City Assistance, Other Items by City F.8

6. Additionally/Optionally Provided Services(ADDITIONAL SERVICES) F.8

7. Project Controls F.9

8. Quality Control/Quality Assurance (QA/QC) F.9
G. Schedule G.1-G.1

1. Plan Check Turn-around Times G.1

2. General Schedule Approach G.1
H. Communication Plan H.1-H.1
I. Compensation/Payment Schedule (per RFP requirement, submitted separately) J. Certificate of Insurance J.1-J.3
K. Certification of Proposal K.1-K.1
Appendix1 – Non-Collusion Affidavit Ap1.1-Ap1.1
Appendix2 – Addenda Acknowledgement (excluded from 30-page proposal limit) Ap2.1- Ap2.25

PROPOSAL A.0

ON-CALL BUILDING, PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING CONSULTING AND SUPPORT SERVICES A.Cover Letter

A. Cover Letter A.1

ON-CALL BUILDING, PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING CONSULTING AND SUPPORT SERVICES Sincerely,
Melissa Demirci Melissa Demirci, CEO; E: [email protected]; C: 714-598-8896 Dennis Tarango Ahmad Ansari Dennis Tarango, CBO, CSP, Principal Building Official Ahmad Ansari, PE, Principal Engineer

BUILDING SERVICES PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING SERVICES
E: [email protected]; C: 909-821-7117 E: [email protected]; C: 949-702-5612 May 22, 2026
City of LAGUNA HILLS
Community Development Department
24035 El Toro Road
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Attn.: Jennifer Lowe, Community Development Director

PROPOSAL

ON-CALL BUILDING, PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING CONSULTING AND SUPPORT SERVICES Dear Ms. Lowe
Transtech is pleased to submit this Proposal for the subject services.

Established in 1989, Transtech, a CA Corporation, is a multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm with 37 years of continuous service to the public sector.

We proudly provide comprehensive municipal services to approximately 100 public agencies throughout California. serving public agencies as a trusted municipal contract service provider, offering expertise in a wide range of roles, including Contract Building Official, City Engineer, City Traffic Engineer, CIP Manager, Construction Manager, Plan Checker, Inspector, and related technical and administrative functions.

Our multi-disciplinary service capabilities include:
• City Engineer, City Traffic Engineer, Development Review • Civil Engineering
• Staff Augmentation
• CIP Program and Construction Management and
Inspection
• Grant Writing and Federally Funded Project Management • Building & Safety Services, Building Inspection, Plan Check, City Building Official
• Planning Support
• Traffic and Transportation Planning and
Engineering
• Water Resources Engineering
Our leadership team—comprised of former Building Officials, City Engineers and Public Works Directors —brings a deep understanding of municipal operations, regulatory requirements, and public accountability.

Transtech maintains a robust team of approximately 250 professionals, allowing us to quickly mobilize qualified staff and respond to client needs in a timely, efficient, and cost-effective manner. Our depth of resources ensures continuity of service, scalability, and consistent performance across multiple assignments.

Transtech is dedicated to delivering high-quality, client-focused engineering services grounded in innovation, responsiveness, integrity, flexibility, and professionalism. We proactively streamline processes, apply creative problemsolving, and deliver practical, solution-oriented approaches that provide measurable value to our client agencies.

Beyond engineering excellence, Transtech is deeply committed to the communities we serve. We actively support civic initiatives and maintain a strong record of engagement in city events, programs, and public causes. We view our role as more than a service provider—we strive to be a trusted partner to our client agencies, contributing to their success and helping enhance their communities as exceptional places to live, work, invest, and thrive.

Thank you for the opportunity to submit this proposal. Should you have any questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Submittal requirement:

TECHNICAL PROPOSAL: 1 marked “original”, 2 marked “copy”, 1 pdf on flash drive FEE PROPOSAL: 1 marked “original”, 2 marked “copy”, 1 pdf on flash drive About Transtech Video
Highlight:

CLICK HERE
www.transtech.org

PROPOSAL B.0

ON-CALL BUILDING, PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING CONSULTING AND SUPPORT SERVICES B. Company Data

ON-CALL BUILDING, PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING CONSULTING AND SUPPORT SERVICES B. Company Data B.1

1. Official Name and Address
Transtech Engineers, Inc.
13367 Benson Avenue, Chino, CA 91710 (corporate Office)

2. Primary Point of Contact
Melissa Demirci, CEO
E: [email protected]; C: 714-598-8896
Dennis Tarango, CBO, Principal for Building and Safety Services E: [email protected]; C: 909-821-7117
Ahmad Ansari, PE, Principal for Public Works/Engineering Services E: [email protected]; C: 949-702-5612
Transtech Engineers, Inc.
13367 Benson Avenue, Chino, CA 91710 (corporate Office)

3. Entity Type
Corporation.

4. Federal Employer I.D. Number
954314745

5. Firm’s Locations
Transtech has several offices. Our Southern California Offices are located at:
• Corporate Office: 13367 Benson Avenue, Chino, CA 91710; T: (909) 595-8599 • Inland Empire Area Office: 413 MacKay Dr., San Bernardino, CA 92408; T: (909) 384-7464 • Orange County Office: 2900 Bristol Street, Suite A-204, Costa Mesa, CA 92626; T: (949) 541-0848 • Los Angeles County Office: 801 S. Grand Avenue, Suite 1205, Los Angeles, CA 90017; T: (310) 868-0975

6. Ownership
Transtech is privately owned by Allen Cayir, PE.

7. Number of Years in Business
37 Years

8. Number of Years in Providing Comparable Services
37 Years

ON-CALL BUILDING, PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING CONSULTING AND SUPPORT SERVICES B. Company Data B.2

9. Comparable Contracts During Last 5 Years
Transtech provides municipal services to approx. 100 public agencies, and in the past 5 years has entered approximately 3,000 project contracts.

10. Failures or Refusals to Complete Contract
None.

11. Ownership Gretar Than 10%
Allen Cayir, PE

12. Financial Interests in Other Lines of Business
None.

13. Litigation/Adverse Judgement History
Following is Transtech’s 5 years claims & Litigation history provided by our insurance company.

14. Termination of Contract For Cause History
None

PROPOSAL C.0

ON-CALL BUILDING, PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING CONSULTING AND SUPPORT SERVICES C.Resumes and Qualifications
of Personnel

C. Resumes and Qualifications of Personnel C.1

ON-CALL BUILDING, PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING CONSULTING AND SUPPORT SERVICES

1. Staff General Qualifications
Our leadership team—comprised of former Building Officials, City Engineers, City Traffic Engineers and Public Works Directors —brings a deep understanding of municipal operations, regulatory requirements, and public accountability.

Transtech maintains a robust team of approximately 250 professionals, allowing us to quickly mobilize qualified staff and respond to client needs in a timely, efficient, and cost-effective manner. Our depth of resources ensures continuity of service, scalability, and consistent performance across multiple assignments.

2. Licenses and Registrations
Our staff members are certified by the International Code Council (ICC). We have staff who have reached the highest possible level of code administration with the Master Code Professional designation certification from the ICC.

Following are various ICC certifications held by various staff members:

Building Official Certifications:
 Certified Master Code
Professional
 Building Code Official
 Building Official
Plan Check Certifications:
 Res. Building Plans Examiner
 Commercial Building Plans
Examiner
 California Building Plans
Examiner
 Certified Sustainability
Professional
 CalGreen Plans Examiner
 Accessibility Plans Examiner
 Commercial Energy
Conservation Plans Examiner
 Residential Plans Examiner
 Mech. Plans Examiner
 Plumbing Plans Examiner
 Electrical Plans Examiner
Inspection Certifications:
 Combination Inspector
 Commercial Building Inspector
 Residential Building Inspector
 Accessibility Inspector
 Commercial Energy Conservation
Inspector
 Electrical Inspector
 Commercial Electrical Inspector
 Residential Electrical Inspector
 Residential Energy Conservation
Inspector
 Residential Building Inspector
 Residential Mechanical Inspector
 Mechanical Inspector
 Commercial Mechanical Inspector
 Plumbing Inspector
 CalGreen Inspector
 Building Inspector CBC
 Building Inspector UBC
 Plumbing Inspector UPC
 California Building Inspector
 California Commercial Plumbing
Inspector
 California Residential Mechanical
Inspector
 California Residential Mechanical
Inspector
Additional Inspection Certifications:
 IAPMO Plumbing, Mechanical
Inspector
 Fire Code Inspector
 Fire Inspector II
 California UST Inspector
Permit Technician Certification:
 Permit Technician
CACEO Certified Code Enforcement
Officer
State of California Safety Assessment
Program:
 CalOES SAP Evaluator
 In addition, some of our staff members are certified as Fire Plan Checkers and Inspectors, Several of our engineers are licensed as Professional Engineers by the State of California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists (BPELSG).
• PE (Licensed Civil Engineer
• TE (Licensed Traffic Engineer)
• PLS (Licensed Land Surveyor)
• QSD (Construction General Permit Qualified SWPPP
Practitioner)
• QSP (Construction General Permit Qualified SWPPP
Developer)
• QISP (Industrial General Permit Qualified Industrial
Stormwater Practitioner)
• PMP (Professional Transportation Planner)
• RSP (Registered Safety Professional)
• CASp (Certified Access Specialist)
• PMP (Certified Project Management Professional)
• CPSWQ (Certified Professional in Storm Water
Quality
• CPESC (Certified Professional in Erosion and
Sediment Control)
• LEED AP (Professional with specialty credential
with knowledge in green building practices
• Registered Construction Inspector by American
Construction Inspectors Association
• Certified International Municipal Signal
Association “IMSA” level III Technician

ON-CALL BUILDING, PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING CONSULTING AND SUPPORT SERVICES C. Resumes and Qualifications of Personnel - Resumes (excluded from 30-page proposal limit) C.2

3. Resumes (excluded from 30-page proposal limit)
DENNIS TARANGO, CBO, CSP, Principal Building & Safety Official, ICC Certified Building Official, Plans Examiner and Inspector
Education: Cal Poly, Engineering; Fresno State BA; Rio Hondo College Registrations/Certifications:
• ICC Certified Building Official, Plans Examiner, Commercial Building Inspector, Building Inspector; UBC, Fire Plans Examiner
Highlights: ICC Sustainability Membership Council Governing Committee Mr. Tarango has over 20 years of experience in building and safety. He is experienced in managing building and safety departments of different municipalities. Currently he is serving as Building Official for Transtech Contract Cities. At Transtech, Mr. Tarango is responsible for the Building and Safety Division as well as business development, client relations, and management oversight. With his analytical and strategic management skills, he provides strong leadership and develops staff to enhance the Departments abilities.

Prior to working for Transtech, Mr. Tarango served as Deputy Building Official, Plans Examiner, and Senior Building Inspector for various local cities including the Cities of:
• Diamond Bar
• Yorba Linda
• Hemet
AYLA JEFFERSON, CBO, CSP, Principal Building & Safety Official, ICC Certified Building Official, Plans Examiner and Inspector
Education: Rio Hondo College, CE, Bosphorous Univ, Athanee Royal, Belgium Registrations/Certifications
• ICC Certifications: Building Code Official, Certified Building Official, Certified Sustainability Professional, Accessibility Inspector, Accessibility Plans Examiner, Building Plans Examiner, California Building Plans Examiner, CalGreen Plans Examiner and Inspector, Building Inspector CBC, Building Inspector UBC, Plumbing Inspector UPC, California Commercial Plumbing Inspector, Residential Mechanical Inspector, California Residential Mechanical Inspector, Permit Technician • IAPMO Plumbing, Mechanical Inspector
Highlights: Ms. Jefferson has over 25 years of experience in private and governmental sector. She has extensive experience in managing building and safety departments of different municipalities under Transtech contracts. She has served as Building Official, Deputy Building Official, Plan Checker, Code Enforcement Official, Community Improvement Coordinator, Planning Technician, and Inspector for various municipalities.

DENNIS BOGLE, CBO, CSP, ICC Certified Building Official, Plans Examiner, Inspector Education: B.S., Public Administration – University of La Verne; A.S., Architectural Design Drafting – Balin College of Technology
Registrations/Certifications: CALBO Certified Building Official; ICC Certified Building Official; ICC Certified Building Plans Examiner; ICC Certified Combination Inspector; ICC Certified Building Inspector; ICC Certified Residential Inspector; ICC Certified Electrical Inspector; ICC Certified Plumbing Inspector; ICC Certified Mechanical Inspector; DSA Certified Project Inspector of Record; CASp Certified Accessibility Specialist (CA/DSA); ICC/CA Certified Green Building Plan Checker; ICC/CA Certified Green Building Inspector; OES Damage Assessment Certified Highlights: Mr. Bogle is a seasoned Building Official with over 30 years of progressive experience supporting municipal Building & Safety Departments throughout Southern California. He has successfully led full-service building divisions, overseeing plan review, inspections, permit issuance, and code enforcement in compliance with California Building Standards. His experience includes managing daily operations, coordinating with city departments and stakeholders, and ensuring efficient and compliant service delivery to the public.

His prior experience with public agencies includes:

BUILDING AND SAFETY SERVICES

ON-CALL BUILDING, PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING CONSULTING AND SUPPORT SERVICES C. Resumes and Qualifications of Personnel - Resumes (excluded from 30-page proposal limit) C.3 • Building Official, City of Laguna Beach
• Chief Building Inspector City of Newport Beach
• Building Official, City of Mission Viejo
BILL DORMAN, CBO, CSP, ICC Certified Building Official, Plans Examiner, Inspector Education: AS, Architecture - East Los Angeles College; BA, University of La Verne Registrations/Certifications: ICC Certified Building Official, Plans Examiner, Building Inspector Highlights: Mr. Dorman has over 30 years of experience in Building and Safety. He serves as Building Official/Plan Checker/Inspector at various Transtech contract cities. He has extensive experience in construction codes, building and safety plan review and inspection, code interpretations, and resolving code related construction and plan review problems on a broad range of projects.

Prior to joining Transtech, he has served in various capacities, including as Building Official/Code Administrator for the City of Pasadena.

JASON ROBBINS, CBO, CSP, ICC Certified Building Official, Plans Examiner, Inspector Education Education: A.A. and A.S. Degrees; Cal State LA, Computer Science (In Progress) Registrations/Certifications: ICC Certified Building Inspector, Commercial Building Inspector, Res.

Combo, Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing Inspector, Permit Technician Highlights: Mr. Robbins has over 8 years of experience working in governmental environments. He is assigned to various Transtech Contract Cities. He has served as Permit Technician and as Building Inspector under Transtech’s contract cities, including at the City of Alhambra, City of South Pasadena, City of Temple City, City of Montebello, and City of Seal Beach. Mr. Robbins also has experience working alongside Los Angeles County Staff at City of Commerce as a Permit Technician.

JONATHAN TARANGO, ICC Certified Building Inspector, CALGreen Inspector/Plans Examiner, Permit Technician Education: Construction Management, Fullerton College; General Education, Mount Sac College Registrations/Certifications: ICC Residential Building Inspector, Residential Plumbing Inspector, & Residential Electrical Inspector
Highlights: Mr. Tarango has over 6 years of City government experience working in many diverse communities. His experience includes working as a Building Inspector and Permit Technician at various Transtech contract cities.

MICHAEL ROBERTS, CBO, MCP, ICC Certified Building Official, Plans Examiner and Inspector Education: Associate of Applied Science, Building Inspection Technology – Chemeketa Community College, Salem Oregon; Fire Code Administration, National Fire Academy – Emmitsburg, Maryland Registrations/Certifications: ICC Certified Master Code Professional, Building Code Official, Building Official, Plumbing Inspector, Combination Inspector, Commercial Building Inspector, Accessibility Plans Examiner / Inspector, Commercial Energy Conservation Plans Examiner, Commercial Energy Conservation Inspector, Electrical Inspector, Commercial Electrical Inspector, Residential Electrical Inspector, Residential Energy Conservation Inspector, Residential Building Inspector, Residential Mechanical Inspector, Residential Plans Examiner, Mechanical Inspector, Commercial Mechanical Inspector, Fire Code Inspector, Fire Inspector II
• ICBO Certified Structural Inspector, Plumbing Inspector, Mechanical Inspector, Building Plans Examiner, Fire Code Official
Highlights: Mr. Roberts has over 30 years of experience in municipalities, including governmental development administration. He has reached the highest possible level of code administration with the Master Code Professional designation certification from the International Code Council and has proven superior leadership abilities. He has served as Building Official, Community Development Director, Senior Plans Examiner, Plans/Residential Examiner, and Inspector for various municipalities and served as Principal Consultant. Serving as a Building Official for many years, He has vast knowledge of municipal government operations, including preparation and presentation of staff reports and resolutions to city councils, committees, and related interaction with members of the public, other city departments, and other governmental agencies.

ROBERT HERNANDEZ, ICC Certified Plans Examiner and Inspector Education: Coastline College, Electrical and mech code classes; Fullerton College, Building construction code.

ON-CALL BUILDING, PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING CONSULTING AND SUPPORT SERVICES C. Resumes and Qualifications of Personnel - Resumes (excluded from 30-page proposal limit) C.4 Registrations/Certifications: ICC Certified Plans Examiner, Inspector-Res Building, Commercial, Res Plumbing, Commercial Plumbing
Highlights: Mr. Hernandez has over 30 years of experience and has served as Inspector and Plan Checker. His prior experience includes working for various cities as inspector and plan checker.

JEFFREY KAO, PE, CBO, CASp, ICC Certified Building Official, Plans Examiner and Inspector Education: MS, BS Civil Engineering, Cal Poly
Registrations/Certifications: Registered Civil Engineer; CASp; ICC Certified Building Official, California Building Plans Examiner, CalGreen Inspector, CalGreen Plans Examiner, Mechanical Plans Examiner, Plumbing Plans Examiner, Building Inspector
Highlights: Mr. Kao has over 20 years of experience and has been working at Transtech as Deputy Building Official, Senior Plans Examiner, On-Site Over the Counter Plans Examiner and performed plan checks for a variety of residential and commercial projects in Cities of Alhambra, South Pasadena, and Temple City. Mr. Kao has broad knowledge of building and safety operations, including working in the capacity of Deputy Building Official and Plans Examiner. His past experience includes working as a structural engineer for 4 years at a structural design firm.

CALVIN CHANG, PE, ICC Certified Plans Examiner
Education: MS, BS Civil Engineering
Registrations/Certifications: Registered Civil Engineer, ICC Certified Plans Examiner Highlights: Mr. Chang has 30 years of experience and has been working at Transtech as Deputy Building Official, Senior Plans Examiner, On-Site Over the Counter Plans Examiner. He has performed plan checks for a variety of residential and commercial projects in Cities of Alhambra, Temple City, Huntington Park, San Manuel Indian Reservation and San Bernardino. Prior to joining Transtech, he was a Sr. Plans Examiner at the City of Burbank. Mr. Chang has extensive experience in Building Codes, code interpretations and resolving code related construction and plan check problems on a broad range of residential and commercial projects.

TIMOTHY O’CONNER, ICC Certified Building Inspector
Education: Los Angeles Trade Tech – Supervision Course
Registrations/Certifications: ICC Certified Building Inspector; ICC Certified Combination Dwelling Inspector; Management Resource Inc., Leadership Library; Management Leadership Library, Looking into Leadership; CalOES SAP Evaluator
Highlights: Mr. O’Conner has over 9 years’ experience in construction including commercial, residential, and tilt-up construction. Mr. O’Conner is a Certified Building Inspector and a Certified Combination Dwelling Inspector. He has knowledge in instructing inspectors in the proper procedures and techniques of inspection and the application of interpretation of building, mechanical and zoning code provisions and department policies.

GREGORY AHERN, ICC Certified Inspector, ICC Certified Fire Inspector Education: Associates of Science Degree – Public Works Construction - Citrus Community College Registrations/Certifications
• ICC Certified Residential Building Inspector, ICC Certified Residential Mechanical Inspector, ICC Certified Residential Plumbing Inspector. ICC Fire Inspector I, ICC California UST Inspector Certification • Hazardous Waste Operator and Emergency Operations Certification (HAZWOPER) • Aboveground Petroleum Storage Tank Inspector Certification EPA (APSA) • FT 101: Fire Protection Organization, FT 102: Fire Prevention Technology, FT 103: Fire Protection Equipment System, FT104: Building Construction/Fire Protection, FT 105: Fire Behavior & Combustion – Hancock Community College
Highlights: Mr. Ahern has over twenty years’ experience inspecting commercial development in the City of Glendale. He has in depth experience inspecting high-rise mixed-use development projects, as well as industrial projects.

FRANKIE LOPEZ, ICC Certified Building Inspector
Education: Los Angeles Trade Technical College; A/S Degree in Inspection Technology Registrations/Certifications: ICC Building Inspector, ICC Residential Building Inspector, I.C.B.O. Certified1985-16108, CalOES SAP Evaluator Highlights: Mr. Lopez has over 28 years of experience as a Building Inspector for the City of Los Angeles.

ON-CALL BUILDING, PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING CONSULTING AND SUPPORT SERVICES C. Resumes and Qualifications of Personnel - Resumes (excluded from 30-page proposal limit) C.5 His experience includes inspecting one- and two-family dwellings and inspecting foundations, electrical, heating, plumbing, framing (structural and non-structural), insulation, application of stucco, installation of roofing, and final completions on structures regarding residential homes. Mr. Lopez has completed several roofing, rain gutter installations, water sprinklers, heating/air conditioning and ductwork repair and installation projects. Prior to joining Transtech Engineers, Mr. Lopez worked as a Part Time Building Inspector for the Cities of Diamond Bar, San Dimas, San Gabriel, San Marino, Walnut and La Verne.

JULIE ROBBINS, ICC Certified Permit Technician / Service Coordinator Education: B.A., Political Science, University of La Verne; Associates in BA; Paralegal Education; Political Science; General Education; SCACEO Code Enforcement Courses, Rio Hondo Community College Registrations/Certifications: ICC Certified Permit Technician; CACEO Certified Code Enforcement Officer
Highlights: Mrs. Robbins has approximately 34 years of City Government and Building and Safety experience. Mrs. Robbins has been working in Transtech’s Building and Safety department in various contract cities performing various clerical and technical duties in support of Building Inspections, Plan Checkers, and the Building Official.

JEREMY REED, ICC Certified Building Inspector, Permit Technician Education: Citrus College
Registrations/Certifications: ICC Certified Building Inspector, Permit Technician Highlights: Mr. Reed has over 9 years of experience working in governmental environments. He is assigned to various Transtech Contract Cities. Mr. Reed has served as a Permit Technician and a Building Inspector under contract cities such as City of South Pasadena, Alhambra, Hawaiian Gardens, West Covina and Maywood. Some of Mr. Reeds roles as a building inspector include conducting building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing inspections; ensuring that all proper documents are obtained prior to finalization of permits; and answering questions that contractors, developers, engineers, or homeowners may have regarding code requirements. Mr. Reed is the currently serving City of Maywood Building and Safety Division, he provides permit issuance and inspection services.

NICHOLAS TARANGO, ICC Certified Building Inspector, Permit Technician Education: Fullerton College
Registrations/Certifications: ICC Permit Technician, Residential Building Inspector Highlights: Mr. Tarango’s experience includes working as a Permit Technician at local public agencies including City of South Pasadena and City of Alhambra. As a permit technician he performs preliminary review of permit applications and plan submittals for completeness and accuracy and determines appropriate fees. In addition, he also routes plans, issues permits, and manages logs and records, and provides information to the public relating to the status of projects and permits.

STEVE RIVAS, ICC Certified Building Inspector, Permit Technician Education: Engineering and Construction Technology, Mount San Antonio College (In progress) Registrations/Certifications: ICC Certified Residential Building Inspector and Permit Technician Highlights: Mr. Rivas’ is working as a Permit Technician at the City of West Covina. Some of his major responsibilities include processing permit applications electronically and answering any questions applicants might have regarding the permit process. Mr. Rivas has a passion for knowledge. Since joining the Transtech Team, he has received his Permit Technician Certification and Residential Building Inspector Certification through ICC. He is currently training to conduct Field Inspections.

ROCIO GONZALEZ, ICC Certified Permit Technician
Education: Business Administration, United Education Institute Registrations/Certifications: ICC Certified Permit Technician Highlights: Mrs. Gonzales has served as a Permit Technician for six years at various Transtech Contract Cities which include City of Alhambra, City of South Pasadena, City of Temple City, City of West Covina, and City of Montebello. As a permit technician she receives and processes various permit applications, plans, and specifications, determining appropriate fees, routes plans, issues permit, provide other information of a general and technical nature. Her prior experience includes 10 years as customer service representative and bookkeeper for a large retail corporation. Her responsibilities included processing store paperwork for corporate use, reporting daily finances to corporate office, and problem resolution.

ON-CALL BUILDING, PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING CONSULTING AND SUPPORT SERVICES C. Resumes and Qualifications of Personnel - Resumes (excluded from 30-page proposal limit) C.6 NATHAN ESTABROOK, ICC Certified Permit Technician
Education: B.S., Cal State, Fullerton
Registrations/Certifications: ICC Certified Permit Technician, First Aid CPR and BLS Certified Highlights: Mr. Estabrook is working as a Permit Technician at the City of West Covina. Some of his responsibilities include processing permit applications and performing technical work for permit applications. He performs clerical work that supports the operations involved with the issuance and coordination of the building inspection and permit process. He also ensures that all necessary approvals are obtained.

PAUL AUDOUY, ICC Permit Technician, Building and Mechanical Inspector Education: B.S. Business and Engineering, Coventry University Registrations/Certifications: ICC Certified Permit Technician, Residential Building Inspector, and Resident Mechanical Inspector
Highlights: Mr. Audouy has begun his knowledge of Transtech procedures by learning the responsibilities of a Go Post Technician. Here has assisted by reviewing plans, checking for accuracy regarding valid project numbers, and verifying acceptance of plans. As well as processing submitted applications and electronic plan review. As a Permit Technician for our client city, Carson, he receives and processes various permit applications, plans, and specifications, determines appropriate fees, issues permit, provide other information of a general and technical nature. This also entails verifying the accuracy according to the building code and explaining requirements.

JEFFREY UEDA, ICC Certified Residential Building Inspector Education: B.A. in Business Candidate, Cal Poly Pomona, In progress Registrations/Certifications: ICC Certified Residential Building Inspector, Resident Plumbing Inspector and CALGreen Inspector/Plans Examiner
Highlights: Mr. Ueda has been working in Transtech’s Building and Safety Department as an ICC Certified Residential Building Inspector for various contract Cities. Some of his roles as a building inspector include conducting building and local land inspections; ensuring that all proper documents are obtained prior to finalization of permits and citations; as well as answering questions to related parties such as contractors, developers, engineers, or homeowners may have regarding code requirements. Mr. Ueda works closely with contractors, developers, engineers, and residents to answer any questions they might have regarding their inspections. He ensures that inspections and adherence to codes help maintain the quality and safety of buildings, occupants, and the community at large.

AHMAD ANSARI, PE, Contract Principal
Education
• BS in Engineering, MBA
Registrations/Certifications
• Licensed Civil Engineer
Highlights
Mr. Ansari has over 30 years of past experience in City and County Public Works and has worked at several municipalities in Southern California, including:
• City of Moreno Valley- Public Works Director/City Engineer • City of Rialto- Public Works Director/City Engineer
• City of Perris- Public Works Director
• City of Pomona- Deputy Public Works Director/Assistant City Engineer.

OKAN DEMIRCI, PE, QSD, QSP, MBA, Sr. Engineer, Primary CIP MANAGER Education

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