AGENDA
LAKE FOREST CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting of the City Council
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Closed Session 5:30 p.m.
Public Session 6:30 p.m.
City Council Chambers, 100 Civic Center Drive, Lake Forest, California NOTICE: Pursuant to Lake Forest Municipal Code Section 2.04.010, Regular Meetings of the City Council are held the First and Third Tuesday of each month at the hour of 5:30 p.m. for Closed Session matters, if required.
The Public Session of the meeting shall commence at 6:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible. Special Meeting times may be held at a different time and date as listed on the Agenda.
AGENDA DOCUMENT REVIEW:
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AGENDA DESCRIPTION: The Agenda descriptions are intended to give notice to members of the public of a general summary of items of business to be transacted or discussed. The listed Recommended Action represents staff’s recommendation. The City Council may take any action which it deems to be appropriate on the agenda item and is not limited in any way by the recommended action.
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CALL TO ORDER: 5:30 p.m.
Council Members: Mark Tettemer
Scott Voigts
Benjamin Yu
Mayor Pro Tem: Doug Cirbo
Mayor: Robert Pequeño
City Manager: Debra Rose
City Attorney: Matthew E. Richardson
City Clerk: Thy Merritt
CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENT:
CLOSED SESSION: At this time, the City Council may recess to Closed Session for conference with Legal Counsel to discuss the items listed below pursuant to Government Code requirements. Any items not concluded by 6:30 p.m. may be continued to the end of the Public Session. At this time, members of the public may address the City Council regarding any items listed on the Closed Session agenda. No action may be taken on items not listed on the agenda unless authorized by law. Comments shall be limited to three minutes per item. Any person wishing to address the City Council on a Closed Session matter is requested to complete a "Request to Speak" form available at agenda public review table near the entrance. The completed form is to be submitted to the City Clerk prior to an individual being heard by the City Council. Whenever possible, lengthy testimony should be presented to the City Council in writing (8 copies) and only pertinent points presented orally.
CLOSED SESSION (Item No. 1)
CLOSED SESSION: At this time, the City Council may recess to Closed Session for conference with Legal Counsel to discuss the items listed below pursuant to Government Code requirements. Any items not concluded by 6:30 p.m. may be continued to the end of the Public Session.
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- EXISTING LITIGATION
PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(D)(1)
NUMBER OF CASES:1
CASE NAME: BRIAN MCMILLAN V. CITY OF LAKE FOREST, ET AL.
USDC CENTRAL DISTRICT CASE NO.: 8:25-CV-00245-SRM (JDEX) June 16, 2026 LAKE FOREST CITY COUNCIL AGENDA Page 2 RECOMMENDED ACTION: Conduct closed session.
RECESS: City Council will recess to Closed Session for the purpose of conducting regular City business.
RECONVENE: City Council will reconvene to continue regular City business.
PUBLIC SESSION: 6:30 p.m.
PUBLIC SESSION: At this time, the City Council will convene to consider public matters. Those wishing to address the City Council may submit a completed “Request to Speak” form to the City Clerk prior to City Council action.
INVOCATION: The Invocation will be provided by Pastor Tom Wheeler, Saddleback Church.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of our Country to be led by Scout Troop #628.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT: City Attorney will report on Closed Session.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Members of the public can submit an e-comment to [email protected] . E-comments will not be read at the meeting.
Members of the public may also provide comments in-person at the meeting. Those wishing to provide comments in-person at the meeting will be asked to submit a request to speak to the City Clerk.
CONSENT CALENDAR (Item Nos. 2 – 15)
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one vote. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless Members of the City Council, the public, or staff request specific items be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate action.
2. MOTION TO WAIVE READING OF RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES RECOMMENDED ACTION: Said Ordinances and Resolutions which appear on the public agenda shall be determined to have been read by title and further reading waived.
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3. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL HELD ON JUNE 2, 2026
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve as submitted.
4. CERTIFICATION OF WARRANT REGISTER
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the warrant register in the amount of $6,555,557.88.
5. RESOLUTIONS PERTAINING TO THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD NOVEMBER 3, 2026
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt the following Resolutions entitled: 1. A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE FOREST,
CALIFORNIA, CALLING FOR THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL
MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3,
2026, FOR THE ELECTION OF CERTAIN OFFICERS AS REQUIRED BY
THE PROVISIONS OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
RELATING TO GENERAL LAW CITIES; 2. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE FOREST, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING
THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF ORANGE TO
CONSOLIDATE A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026, WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL
ELECTION TO BE HELD ON THE DATE PURSUANT TO § 10403 OF THE CALIFORNIA ELECTIONS CODE; AND 3. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE FOREST, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING
REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE
PERTAINING TO CANDIDATE’S STATEMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE
VOTERS AT AN ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026.
6. ANNUAL RENEWED MEASURE M ("M2") ELIGIBILITY SUBMITTAL TO
THE ORANGE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY
June 16, 2026 LAKE FOREST CITY COUNCIL AGENDA Page 4 RECOMMENDED ACTION: 1. Approve the Renewed Measure M ("M2") Seven-Year Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Years 2026-27 through 2032-33. 2. Adopt a Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE FOREST, CALIFORNIA,
CONCERNING THE UPDATE OF THE LOCAL SIGNAL
SYNCHRONIZATION PLAN FOR THE MEASURE M (M2) PROGRAM. 3.
Authorize the Director of Public Works to forward all eligibility requirements including the approved Renewed Measure M ("M2") Seven-Year Capital Improvement Program to the Orange County Transportation Authority.
7. PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANT CONTRACT AWARDS FOR MUNICIPAL
ENGINEERING SERVICES
RECOMMENDED ACTION: 1. Award a Professional Consultant Services Agreement in the amount of $3,000,000 to Ardurra Group, Inc. ("Ardurra"), of Newport Beach, California, to provide municipal engineering/staff augmentation services. 2. Authorize the Mayor to sign, and the City Clerk to attest to the Professional Consultant Services Agreement with Ardurra for Municipal Engineering Services, substantially in the form attached. 3.
Award a Professional Consultant Services Agreement in the amount of $300,000 to Onward Engineering ("Onward"), of Anaheim, California, to provide municipal engineering services. 4. Authorize the Mayor to sign, and the City Clerk to attest the Professional Consultant Services Agreement with Onward for Municipal Engineering Services, substantially in the form attached. 5. Award a Professional Consultant Services Agreement in the amount of $300,000 to Transtech Engineers, Inc. ("Transtech"), of Chino, California, to provide municipal engineering services. 6. Authorize the Mayor to sign, and the City Clerk to attest the Professional Consultant Services Agreement with Transtech for Municipal Engineering Services, substantially in the form attached.
8. ADOPTION OF LIST OF PROJECTS FUNDED BY SENATE BILL 1: THE
ROAD REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT
RECOMMENDED ACTION: 1. Approve Senate Bill 1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act Project List forms for Fiscal Year 2026-27. 2. Adopt a Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF LAKE FOREST, CALIFORNIA, CONCERNING THE LIST OF PROJECTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026/27 FUNDED BY SB1: THE ROAD June 16, 2026 LAKE FOREST CITY COUNCIL AGENDA Page 5 REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT. 3. Authorize the Director of Public Works to forward the Fiscal Year 2026-27 project list to the California Transportation Commission, as required under Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017.
9. FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH FCG CONSULTANTS, INC. FOR CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION AND CONSTRUCTION
INSPECTION SERVICES FOR LAKE FOREST TRANSPORTATION
MITIGATION PROJECTS AND ARTERIAL MEDIAN PROJECT
RECOMMENDED ACTION: 1. Approve the First Amendment to the Professional Consultant Services Agreement with FCG Consultants, Inc. for Contract Administration and Construction Inspection (“CA/CI”) Services for Lake Forest Transportation Mitigation Projects and Arterial Median Improvement Project. 2. Authorize the Mayor to sign, and the City Clerk to attest, the First Amendment in the form attached.
10. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR HOUSING REHABILITATION LOAN AND
PAINT GRANT PROGRAM CONSULTING SERVICES
RECOMMENDED ACTION: 1. Award a Professional Consultant Services Agreement for Housing Rehabilitation Loan and Paint Grant Program Consulting Services in the amount of $110,000 to GRC Associates, Inc. 2.
Authorize the Mayor to sign, and the City Clerk to attest, the award of contract to GRC Associates, Inc. substantially in the form attached.
11. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR ASSET MANAGEMENT / WORK ORDER
SOFTWARE AND RELATED SERVICES
RECOMMENDED ACTION: 1. Approve a Software License and Services Agreement with Data Transfer Solutions, LLC., in the amount of $322,950.
2. Authorize the Mayor to sign, and the City Clerk to attest, the Agreement, substantially in the form attached.
12. FOURTH AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH ABTECH
TECHNOLOGIES FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT
SERVICES
June 16, 2026 LAKE FOREST CITY COUNCIL AGENDA Page 6 RECOMMENDED ACTION: 1. Approve the Fourth Amendment to the Agreement with Abtech Technologies for Managed Information Technology Support Services. 2. Authorize the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest to the Fourth Amendment to the Agreement with Abtech Technologies in the form attached.
13. SEVENTH AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH ABTECH
TECHNOLOGIES FOR BACKUP AND DISASTER RECOVERY
SERVICES
RECOMMENDED ACTION: 1. Approve the Seventh Amendment to the Agreement with Abtech Technologies, Inc. for backup and disaster recovery services. 2. Authorize the Mayor to execute, and the City Clerk to attest, the Seventh Amendment to the Agreement with Abtech Technologies, Inc., substantially in the form attached.
14. CEQA GUIDELINES: UPDATED 2026 IMPLEMENTATION GUIDELINES
FOR THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA)
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt a Resolution Entitled: A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE FOREST, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING AND ADOPTING LOCAL GUIDELINES FOR IMPLEMENTING
THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (PUBLIC
RESOURCES CODE §§ 21000 ET SEQ.)
15. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR CLOSED-CIRCUIT TELEVISION (CCTV)
MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT
RECOMMENDED ACTION: 1. Award a Professional Services Agreement for Closed-Circuit Television Services in the amount of $165,000 to Am-Tec Total Security Inc. 2. Authorize the Mayor to sign, and the City Clerk to attest, the award of contract to Am-Tec Total Security Inc. substantially in the form attached.
PUBLIC HEARING(S) (Item No. 16)
Public Hearings are scheduled for a time certain of 6:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible. City Council, when considering the matter scheduled for hearing, will take the following actions: 1. Open the Public Hearing. 2. Receive staff report. 3. Accept public June 16, 2026 LAKE FOREST CITY COUNCIL AGENDA Page 7 testimony. 4. City Council comments and questions. 5. Close the Public Hearing and take appropriate action.
16. ADOPTION OF A FINAL RESOLUTION ORDERING ABANDONMENT OF
THE PARK DESIGNATION
RECOMMENDED ACTION: 1. Conduct a public hearing pursuant to the Municipal Park Abandonment Law regarding the proposed abandonment of the Whispering Hills Park Site. 2. Find that the proposed action is not a project under CEQA and alternatively exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3). 3. Adopt a Resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE FOREST, CALIFORNIA, TO
ABANDON AND SELL CITY-OWNED PROPERTY PURSUANT TO THE
MUNICIPAL PARK ABANDONMENT LAW OF 1939.”
DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS (Item Nos. 17 – 19)
The following matters are for City Council consideration/discussion/action. Members of the public may have the opportunity to address these items if they wish to do so. Please complete the Request to Speak form and give to the City Clerk.
17. POLICIES ON DISRUPTION OF TELEPHONIC OR INTERNET SERVICE
DURING MEETINGS AND PUBLIC OUTREACH IN ACCORDANCE WITH
SENATE BILL 707
RECOMMENDED ACTION: 1. Adopt the Revised City Council Meeting Management Policy. 2. Adopt the proposed Public Outreach Policy.
18. EIGHTH AMENDMENT TO CITY MANAGER EMPLOYMENT
AGREEMENT
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the Eighth Amendment to City Manager Employment Agreement and authorize the Mayor to execute and the City Clerk to attest the document.
19. LEGISLATIVE AND REGULATORY MATTERS
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Exercise discretion to adopt a policy position on Assembly Bill ("AB") 1795.
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CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
At this time, the City Manager may comment on agenda and non-agenda items; and report on items of interest to the City Council and community.
CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS
At this time, City Council Members may comment on agenda or non-agenda matters. No discussion may take place on any item not appearing on the posted agenda. Council Members may ask a question for clarification, respond to statements made or questions posed by the public, make a brief announcement, or make a brief report on his or her own activities. In addition, the City Council may refer to staff or other resources for factual information, request staff to report back at a subsequent meeting or direct staff to place a matter of business on a future agenda. No action may be taken on non-agenda matters unless authorized by law (Government Code Section 54954.2).
Council Member Tettemer:
Council Member Voigts:
Council Member Yu:
Mayor Pro Tem Cirbo:
Mayor Pequeño:
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ADJOURNMENT
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The City of Lake Forest mailing address is City Council Chambers, 100 Civic Center Drive, Lake Forest, California.
Phone: (949) 461-3400. FAX (949) 461-3511
CERTIFICATION: I, Thy Merritt, City Clerk of the City of Lake Forest, California, hereby certify that the foregoing agenda was posted for public review at City Hall on June 11, 2026.
Thy Merritt
City Clerk
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: 6/16/2026
DEPARTMENT: City Clerk
SUBJECT:
MOTION TO WAIVE READING OF RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):
Said Ordinances and Resolutions which appear on the public agenda shall be determined to have been read by title and further reading waived.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
California Government Code 36934 allows titles of ordinances and resolutions to be waived.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is minimal fiscal impact associated with the recommended action.
ATTACHMENTS:
None.
Submitted By: Thy Merritt, City Clerk
Approved By: Debra Rose, City Manager
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11 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE FOREST
The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Lake Forest held Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at the Lake Forest City Council Chambers, 100 Civic Center Drive, Lake Forest, California, was called to order at 5:30 p.m. with Council Member Tettemer absent.
ROLL CALL:
Council Members:
Mark Tettemer (Absent)
Scott Voigts
Benjamin Yu
Mayor Pro Tem: Doug Cirbo
Mayor: Robert Pequeño
City Manager: Debra Rose
City Attorney: Matthew E. Richardson
City Clerk: Thy Merritt
CLOSED SESSION
1. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
Pursuant to Government Code section 54957
Title: City Manager
Brian McMillan offered public comment, expressed concerns with City Manager Rose’s decision on massage establishments.
ACTION: Closed session was conducted.
2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code section 54957.6
Agency-designated Representative(s): Mayor and City Attorney Unrepresented Employee: City Manager
Brian McMillan offered public comment, expressed concerns with City Attorney Richardson.
ACTION: Closed session was conducted.
PUBLIC SESSION: 6:30 p.m.
INVOCATION: The Invocation was provided by Pastor Vanessa Howard.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of our Country was led by Girl Scout Troop #3620.
Item: 3
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CLOSED SESSION REPORT: City Attorney Richardson had no action to report.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Sherry Weldon shared her concerns with the City’s Municipal Code on massage establishments.
Brian McMillan expressed concerns with the City’s moratorium on massage establishments.
Andrea Alexander expressed concerns about the City’s deadlines for contracts.
Bob Holtzclaw expressed concerns with residents cleaning a bus stop instead of the City, and with high school students who left campus to protest.
CONSENT CALENDAR: (Item Nos. 3 – 5 and 7)
Item No. 6 was pulled for discussion.
MOTION: It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Cirbo, seconded by Council Member Yu, to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 3 – 5 and 7. The motion was carried by a vote of 4-0 with Council Member Tettemer absent.
3. MOTION TO WAIVE READING OF RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES ACTION: Said Ordinances and Resolutions which appeared on the public agenda were determined to have been read by title and further reading waived.
4. MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL HELD ON MAY 21, 2026
ACTION: The minutes were approved as submitted.
5. REVIEW OF THE CITY'S CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE PURSUANT TO THE POLITICAL REFORM ACT OF 1974
ACTION: 1. The City Manager, or designee, was directed to have the City's Conflict of Interest Code reviewed pursuant to Government Code Section 87306. 5; 2. File a Statement of Review with the City Council no later than October 1, 2026; and 3. Revise the Conflict of Interest Code based upon such review, if necessary.
7. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR CIVIC CENTER LANDSCAPE AND
STREETSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES
ACTION: 1. An Agreement for Maintenance Services in the amount of Item: 3
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$628,266.99 was awarded to Tropical Plaza Nursery, Inc., for Civic Center Landscape and Streetscape Maintenance Services. 2. The Mayor was authorized to sign, and the City Clerk to attest, the award of contract to Tropical Plaza Nursery, Inc., substantially in the form attached.
ITEM PULLED FOR DISCUSSION: (Item No. 6)
MOTION: It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Cirbo, seconded by Council Member Yu, to approve Consent Calendar Item No. 6. The motion was carried by a vote of 4-0 with Council Member Tettemer absent.
6. INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE ROAD CLOSURES AND RELATED
ACTIVITIES ON JULY 4, 2026
Becky Keene offered public comment, thanked the City for their support of the races taking place prior to the parade.
ACTION: 1. The road closures of race and parade route from 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on July 4, 2026 were approved. 2. Public Works was directed to provide required traffic control devices and crews for road closures. 3. The Orange County Sheriff's Department was directed to staff road closures and patrol events. 4. Additional street sweeping of the route was approved.
DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS: (Item Nos. 8 – 11)
8. AMENDMENT TO CLASSIFICATION PLAN AND COMPENSATION
SCHEDULE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-26
City Manager Rose provided a presentation on this item. No public comment was offered.
MOTION: It was moved by Council Member Yu, seconded by Mayor Pequeño, to: Adopt Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF LAKE FOREST, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A REVISED CLASSIFICATION PLAN AND COMPENSATION SCHEDULE. The motion was carried by a vote of 4-0 with Council Member Tettemer absent.
9. FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 BUDGET APPROPRIATION
City Manager Rose introduced this item and invited Finance Director Shirah to provide a presentation. Marcel Louis XIV offered public comment and expressed his concern with the HVAC project. City Council questions were asked and answered.
Item: 3
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MOTION: It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Cirbo, seconded by Council Member Voigts to: 1. Receive the presentation on Mid-Cycle Budget Review. 2. Adopt a Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LAKE FOREST, CALIFORNIA, APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 ONLY AND AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS WITH
APPROPRIATIONS. The motion was carried by a vote of 4-0 with Council Member Tettemer absent.
10. CALIFORNIA CONSITUTION ARTICLE XIIIB APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT City Manager Rose provided a presentation on this item. No public comment was offered.
MOTION: It was moved by Council Member Voigts, seconded by Council Member Yu to: Adopt a Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE FOREST, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 IN THE AMOUNT OF $187,447,617. The motion was carried by a vote of 4-0 with Council Member Tettemer absent.
11. LEGISLATIVE AND REGULATORY MATTERS
City Manager Rose requested the Council table this item to the next meeting so that Council Member Tettemer can participate. The Council agreed and no public comment was offered.
ACTION: The Council tabled this item to the next regularly scheduled City Council meeting on June 16, 2026.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: City Manager Rose had nothing further to report.
CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS:
Council Member Voigts: Council Member Voigts had nothing further to report.
Council Member Yu: Council Member Yu had nothing further to report.
Mayor Pro Tem Cirbo: Mayor Pro Tem Cirbo reported on his attendance at the 35th Annual Memorial Day Observance Event at
El Toro Memorial Park, the Orange County Fire
Authority (“OCFA”) Best and Bravest Awards Dinner,
Item: 3
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and the City’s Audit Committee meeting. Mayor Pro
Tem Cirbo shared highlights of historical events from
1776, in anticipation of the country’s 250th
Anniversary.
Mayor Pequeño: Mayor Pequeño reported on his attendance at the 35th Annual Memorial Day Observance Event at El
Toro Memorial Park, Coastline Endocrinology Ribbon
Cutting, OCFA Best and Bravest Awards Dinner and
volunteered for the Association of Orange County
Deputy Sheriffs Golf Tournament. He requested
consensus to place an item on the agenda to discuss
City Council compensation. Mayor Pro Tem Cirbo
and Council Members Yu and Voigts provided
consensus. Mayor Pequeño shared highlights of
historical events from 1776, in anticipation of the
country’s 250th Anniversary.
ADJOURNMENT: The Regular Meeting of the City Council was adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted:
APPROVED:
THY MERRITT ROBERT PEQUEÑO
CITY CLERK MAYOR
Item: 3
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MEETING DATE: 6/16/2026
DEPARTMENT: Finance
SUBJECT:
CERTIFICATION OF WARRANT REGISTER
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):
Approve the warrant register in the amount of $6,555,557.88.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
In accordance with Government Code Section 37202 and Lake Forest Municipal Code Chapter 3.16, the official below certifies that 1) the invoices of the warrant register have been properly reviewed and 2) funds are available for payment of the warrants.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The amount of the warrant register is $6,555,557.88.
ATTACHMENTS:
Warrant Register
Submitted By: Kevin Shirah, Director of Finance/City Treasurer Approved By: Debra Rose, City Manager
Item: 4
17 Attachment
Item: 4
18 Item: 4
19 Item: 4
20 Item: 4
21 Item: 4
22 Item: 4
23 Item: 4
24 Item: 4
25 Item: 4
26 Item: 4
27 Item: 4
28 Item: 4
29 Item: 4
30 Item: 4
31 Item: 4
32 Item: 4
33 Item: 4
34 Item: 4
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MEETING DATE: 6/16/2026
DEPARTMENT: City Clerk
SUBJECT:
RESOLUTIONS PERTAINING TO THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD NOVEMBER 3, 2026
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):
Adopt the following Resolutions entitled:
1. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
FOREST, CALIFORNIA, CALLING FOR THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3,
2026, FOR THE ELECTION OF CERTAIN OFFICERS AS REQUIRED BY
THE PROVISIONS OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
RELATING TO GENERAL LAW CITIES;
2. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
FOREST, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
OF THE COUNTY OF ORANGE TO CONSOLIDATE A GENERAL
MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3,
2026, WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON THE DATE PURSUANT TO § 10403 OF THE CALIFORNIA ELECTIONS CODE; AND
3. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
FOREST, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE PERTAINING TO CANDIDATE’S STATEMENTS
SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS AT AN ELECTION TO BE HELD ON
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The resolutions to initiate the process for the November 3, 2026, General Municipal Election include: 1) a Resolution calling the general election; 2) a Resolution requesting the County Election's Official consolidate the City's election with the Statewide General Election and provide election services; and 3) a Resolution establishing a candidate Statement Policy, which includes a City Council appointed word count limit of either 200 or 400 words. The estimated cost of conducting the November 2026 election is between $80,766 - $97,575.
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36 BACKGROUND:
The City Council, upon incorporation on December 20, 1991, adopted Ordinance No. 5, consolidating the City' s Municipal Elections with the Statewide General Election in November of even numbered years. On December 19, 2017, the City Council adopted Ordinance 301, which established by-district elections within the city and set the schedule for elections within those districts, beginning in 2018 with Districts 2, 3, and 4; and completing the transition in 2020 with Districts 1 and 5. Pursuant to those actions, presented for City Council consideration are a series of resolutions which will initiate the process for the November 3, 2026, General Municipal election.
DISCUSSION:
The following three Resolutions require adoption by the City Council prior to the 88th day before the election: 1) a Resolution calling the election; 2) a Resolution to the Board of Supervisors requesting consolidation with the Statewide General Election; and 3) a Resolution establishing a Candidate Statement Policy. For the City Council's information, staff summarized the purpose and intent of each Resolution below:
The first Resolution calling and giving notice of the election is to formalize the date of the election and hours the polls will be open. This Resolution also establishes the purpose of the election; to elect, by district, three Members of the City Council to four-year terms (Attachment 1).
The second Resolution, directed to the Orange County Board of Supervisors, is the City's request to consolidate the Municipal Election with the Statewide General Election. This Resolution gives authorization to the County Election Department to canvass the returns on the City' s behalf.
The Resolution recognizes the additional costs that the County will incur by consolidating the election and agrees that the City will reimburse the County for these costs, including publication and mailing of ballots, staffing polling sites, and tabulating and posting the results (Attachment 2).
The third Resolution establishes regulations for candidates pertaining to candidates' statements for the upcoming election. Before the 2026 General Election, the City Council provides direction to staff to include an option to file either a 200 or 400-word candidate's statement and the information that may be included on that statement (i.e., word count, method in filing, and Item: 5
37 the ability to withdraw the statement prior to its publication (Attachment 3).
The responsibility and terms of payment for the cost of publishing the candidate’s statement is outlined in the third Resolution and is the financial responsibility of the candidate. The third Resolution also includes a Foreign Language Policy, indicating all submitted candidates' statements will be published in English, Spanish, Korean, Chinese, and Vietnamese, if requested, as required in the consolidation of the election with the County under the Federal Voting Rights Act.
The costs for publishing a 200- or 400-word candidate’s statements for Districts 2, 3, and 4 are provided in Table 1 below.
Table 1:
CITY COUNCIL
MEMBER
DISTRICT
200 WORD
CANDIDATE’S
STATEMENT
400 WORD
CANDIDATE’S
STATEMENT
2 $536.55 $729.63
3 $523.48 $703.49
4 $534.27 $725.08
The City Attorney reviewed the proposed Resolutions and approved them as to form and content. Upon adoption of these Resolutions, the City Clerk will execute the necessary transmitting, posting, and publishing requirements for the upcoming November 3, 2026, election.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The estimated cost for the November 3, 2026, Municipal Election and Voter Outreach is $80,766 - $97,575. Based upon the estimate received from the Orange County Registrar of Voters, this amount will adequately fund all costs associated with the election and outreach efforts given the consolidated nature of the City's election with the Statewide General election. The 2025-2027 Operating Budget includes sufficient funding to cover the costs of the recommended action.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Resolution Calling for the November 3, 2026, General Election
2. Resolution Requesting Consolidation with the County of Orange
3. Resolution Establishing Candidate Statement Policy
Initiated By: Thy Merritt, City Clerk
Submitted By: Thy Merritt, City Clerk
Approved By: Debra Rose, City Manager
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38 RESOLUTION NO. 2026-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
FOREST, CALIFORNIA, CALLING FOR THE HOLDING OF A
GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY,
NOVEMBER 3, 2026, FOR THE ELECTION OF CERTAIN
OFFICERS AS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE LAWS
OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA RELATING TO GENERAL LAW
CITIES
WHEREAS, under the provisions of the laws relating to general law cities in the State of California, a General Municipal Election shall be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, for the election of Municipal Officers.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
FOREST, CALIFORNIA, DOES RESOLVE, DECLARE, DETERMINE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. That pursuant to the requirements of the laws of the State of California relating to General Law Cities, there is called and ordered to be held in the City of Lake Forest, California, on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, a General Municipal Election for the purpose of electing one (1) Member of the City Council (District 2), one (1) Member of the City Council (District 3), and one (1) Member of the City Council (District 4), each for the full term of four years; SECTION 2. That the ballots to be used at the election shall be in form and content as required by law.
SECTION 3. That the City Clerk is authorized, instructed and directed to coordinate with the County of Orange Registrar of Voters to procure and furnish any and all official ballots, notices, printed matter and all supplies, equipment and paraphernalia that may be necessary in order to properly and lawfully conduct the election.
SECTION 4. That the vote center locations and hours of operations, ballot drop box locations and hours of operations, vote-by-mail procedures and timing, the election officers, and all other persons and procedures for the General Municipal Election shall be the same as those utilized by the County of Orange and in compliance with the Elections Code of the State of California.
SECTION 5. That in all particulars not recited in this resolution, the election shall be held and conducted as provided by law for holding municipal elections.
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4 SECTION 6. That notice of the time and place of holding the election is given and the City Clerk is authorized, instructed and directed to give further or additional notice of the election, in time, form and manner as required by law.
SECTION 7. That the City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution and enter it into the book of original Resolutions.
SECTION 8. The City Council authorizes the City Clerk to administer said election and all reasonable and actual election expenses shall be paid by the City upon presentation of a properly submitted bill.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 16 th day of June 2026, by the following vote to wit:
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ROBERT PEQUEÑO
MAYOR
ATTEST:
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THY MERRITT
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
__________________________
MATTHEW E. RICHARDSON
CITY ATTORNEY
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) SS
CITY OF LAKE FOREST )
I, Thy Merritt, City Clerk of the City of Lake Forest, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2026-XX was duly passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Lake Forest City Council on the 16th day of June 2026, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
_____________________
THY MERRITT
CITY CLERK
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41 RESOLUTION NO. 2026-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
FOREST, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF ORANGE TO CONSOLIDATE
A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY,
NOVEMBER 3, 2026, WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION
TO BE HELD ON THE DATE PURSUANT TO § 10403 OF THE
CALIFORNIA ELECTIONS CODE
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Lake Forest called a General Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, for the purpose of the election of one (1) Member of the City Council (District 2), one (1) Member of the City Council (District 3) and one (1) Member of the City Council (District 4); and
WHEREAS, it is desirable that the General Municipal election be consolidated with the Statewide General election to be held on the same date and that within the city the precincts, polling places and election officers of the two elections be the same, and that the county election department of the County of Orange canvass the returns of the General Municipal Election and that the election be held in all respects as if there were only one election.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
FOREST DOES RESOLVE, DECLARE, DETERMINE AND ORDER AS
FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. That pursuant to the requirements of § 10403 of the Elections Code, the Board of Supervisors of the County of Orange is hereby requested to consent and agree to the consolidation of a General Municipal Election with the Statewide General election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 for the purpose of the election of one (1) Member of the City Council (District 2), one (1) Member of the City Council (District 3) and one (1) Member of the City Council (District 4), each for the full term of four years.
SECTION 2. In accordance with Sections 10002, 10403, and 10418 of the California Elections Code, the County election department is authorized to canvass the returns of the General Municipal Election. The election shall be held in all respects as if there were only one election, and only one form of ballot shall be used. The election will be held and conducted in accordance with the provisions of law regulating the statewide election.
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4 SECTION 3. That the Board of Supervisors is requested to issue instructions to the county election department to take any and all steps necessary for the holding of the consolidated election.
SECTION 4. That the City of Lake Forest recognizes that additional costs will be incurred by the County by reason of this consolidation and agrees to reimburse the County for any costs.
SECTION 5. That the City Clerk is hereby directed to file a certified copy of this resolution with the Board of Supervisors and the County election department of the County of Orange.
SECTION 6. That the City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this resolution and enter it into the book of original resolutions.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 16 th day of June 2026, by the following vote to wit:
________________________
ROBERT PEQUEÑO
MAYOR
ATTEST:
__________________________
THY MERRITT
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
__________________________
MATTHEW E. RICHARDSON
CITY ATTORNEY
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) SS
CITY OF LAKE FOREST )
I, Thy Merritt, City Clerk of the City of Lake Forest, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2026-XX was duly passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Lake Forest City Council on the 16th day of June 2026, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
_____________________
THY MERRITT
CITY CLERK
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44 RESOLUTION NO. 2026-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
FOREST, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR
CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE PERTAINING TO
CANDIDATE’S STATEMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS AT
AN ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026
WHEREAS, §13307 of the Elections Code of the State of California provides that the governing body of any local agency adopt regulations pertaining to materials prepared by any candidate for a municipal election, including costs of the candidate’s statement.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
FOREST, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, DECLARE,
DETERMINE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1.GENERAL PROVISIONS.
That pursuant to §13307 of the Elections Code of the State of California, each candidate for elective office to be voted for at an Election to be held in the City of Lake Forest on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, may prepare a candidate’s statement on an appropriate form provided by the City Clerk.
The statement may include the name, age and occupation of the candidate and a brief description of no more than 200 words or 400 words of the candidate’s education and qualifications expressed by the candidate himself or herself. The statement shall not include party affiliation of the candidate, nor membership or activity in partisan political organizations.
The statement shall be filed in typewritten form in the Office of the City Clerk at the time the candidate’s nomination papers are filed. The statement may be withdrawn, but not changed, during the period for filing nomination papers and until 6:00 p.m. of the next working day after the close of the nomination period.
SECTION 2. FOREIGN LANGUAGE POLICY.
A. Pursuant to the Federal Voting Rights Act, candidates statements will be translated into all languages required by the County of Orange. The County is required to translate candidate’s statements into the following languages: Spanish, Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese.
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4 B. The County will print and mail sample ballots and candidate’s statements in Spanish, Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese to only those voters who are on the county voter file as having requested a sample ballot in a particular language. The County will make the sample ballots and candidates statements in the required languages available at all polling places, on the County’s website, and in the Election Official’s office.
SECTION 3. PAYMENT.
A. Translations:
1. The candidate shall be required to pay for the cost of translating the candidate’s statement into any required foreign language as specified in (A) and/or (B) of Section 2 above pursuant to Federal and/or State law.
2. The candidate shall be required to pay for the cost of translating the candidate’s statement into any foreign language that is not required as specified in (A) and/or (B) of Section 2 above, pursuant to Federal and/or State law, but is requested as an option by the candidate.
B. Printing:
1. The candidate shall be required to pay for the cost of printing the Candidate’s statement in English in the main voter
information guide.
2. The candidate shall be required to pay for the cost of an electronic Candidate’s Statement if such method is required.
3. The candidate shall be required to pay for the cost of printing the Candidate’s Statement in a foreign language required in (A) of Section 2 above, in the main voter information guide.
4. The candidate shall be required to pay for the cost of printing the Candidate’s Statement in a foreign language that is not required as specified in (A) and/or (B) of Section 2, above, but is requested as an option by the candidate in the main voter information guide.
5. The candidate shall be required to pay for the cost of printing the Candidate’s Statement in a foreign language required by (A) of Section 2 above, in the facsimile voter information Item: 5
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The Orange County Registrar of Voters has provided the total costs of printing, handling, translating, and mailing the candidate’s statements filed pursuant to this section, including costs incurred as a result of complying with the Voting Rights Act of 1965 (as amended) as provided in the cost.
SECTION 4. MISCELLANEOUS.
A. All translations shall be provided by professionally-certified, registered or qualified translators/interpreters meeting the criteria of Elections Code Section 13307(b)(2).
B. The City Clerk shall comply with all recommendations and standards set forth by the California Secretary of State regarding occupational designations and other matters relating to elections.
SECTION 5. ADDITIONAL MATERIALS. No candidate will be permitted to include additional materials in the voter information guide.
SECTION 6. That the City Clerk shall provide each candidate or the candidate’s representative a copy of this Resolution at the time nominating petitions are issued.
SECTION 7. That all previous resolutions establishing council policy on payment for Candidate’s Statements are repealed.
SECTION 9. That this resolution shall apply only to the election to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, and shall then be repealed.
SECTION 10. That the City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this resolution and enter it into the book of original resolutions. [Signatures on following page]
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4 PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 16 th day of June 2026, by the following vote to wit:
________________________
ROBERT PEQUEÑO
MAYOR
ATTEST:
__________________________
THY MERRITT
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
__________________________
MATTHEW E. RICHARDSON
CITY ATTORNEY
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) SS
CITY OF LAKE FOREST )
I, Thy Merritt, City Clerk of the City of Lake Forest, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2026-XX was duly passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Lake Forest City Council on the 16th day of June 2026, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
_____________________
THY MERRITT
CITY CLERK
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51 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: 6/16/2026
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
SUBJECT:
ANNUAL RENEWED MEASURE M ("M2") ELIGIBILITY SUBMITTAL TO THE
ORANGE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):
1. Approve the Renewed Measure M ("M2") Seven-Year Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Years 2026-27 through 2032-33.
2. Adopt a Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF LAKE FOREST, CALIFORNIA, CONCERNING THE UPDATE OF THE LOCAL SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PLAN FOR THE MEASURE M (M2) PROGRAM.
3. Authorize the Director of Public Works to forward all eligibility requirements including the approved Renewed Measure M ("M2") Seven-Year Capital Improvement Program to the Orange County Transportation Authority.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Orange County Transportation Authority (“OCTA”) requires each city to satisfy certain requirements to remain eligible for Local Fair Share and competitive grants through the Renewed Measure M (“M2”) program. Required eligibility documentation includes City Council approval of an updated Seven- Year Capital Improvement Program (“CIP”). In addition to the annual approval of the City’s M2 Seven-Year CIP, other elements of the eligibility packet are required on a biennial or triennial basis. This year, adoption of a resolution updating the City’s Local Signal Synchronization Plan is also required.
The City uses M2 Funds for certain roadway improvements, to meet senior transportation needs, and other programs that mitigate the environmental impact of transportation and promote mobility within the city. The City anticipates receiving approximately $15,000,000 over the next seven years from the OCTA Measure M2 Fair Share program which the City utilizes to fund the annual street resurfacing and slurry seal projects. The recommended actions are in accordance with OCTA’s compliance requirements and qualify the City to receive Measure M2 Local Fair Share and competitive grant funding.
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52 Staff recommend the City Council approve the M2 Seven-Year CIP, and the adoption of a resolution confirming the Local Signal Synchronization Plan in conformance with M2 requirements. Staff also recommend authorizing the Public Works Director to forward all eligibility requirements to OCTA. The recommended actions would ensure the City retains eligibility for funding under the M2 program and could continue participating in OCTA’s Combined Transportation Funding Program. Additionally, the M2 Seven-Year CIP document and Local Signal Synchronization Plan attached to this report satisfies OCTA’s requirements to maintain program eligibility.
BACKGROUND:
Measure M2 (also known as “OC Go”) is a 30-year, ½-cent sales tax program for transportation improvement projects. M2 is an extension of the original Measure M (approved in 1990) with a new slate of planned projects and programs. OCTA administers the proceeds from M2 sales tax, including apportionment to local jurisdictions for street maintenance and improvements. The proportional, or “Fair Share,” of sales tax money for eligible jurisdictions is distributed based on population, miles of existing Master Plan Arterial Highways (“MPAH”) roadways, and taxable sales.
The new slate of planned M2 projects includes improvements to public transportation infrastructure, including freeways, arterial roadways, and environmental cleanup projects. To receive funding from the OCTA’s “Fair Share” or competitive grant programs, local jurisdictions must prepare and submit an M2 eligibility packet. Annual approval of the M2 Seven-Year CIP for Fiscal Years 2026-27 through 2032-2033 is a necessary component of the City’s eligibility packet to OCTA.
DISCUSSION:
Each year, OCTA determines whether a local jurisdiction is eligible to receive M2 funds. To be deemed eligible, the City annually prepares and submits a packet that contains the following elements:
Evidence of compliance with the conditions and requirements of the Orange County Congestion Management Program (“CMP”)
Adopted Capital Improvement Program (“CIP”)
Evidence of participation in OCTA traffic forums
Adopted and maintained Local Signal Synchronization Plan (“LSSP”) Adopted and biennially updated Pavement Management Plan (“PMP”) Adopted General Plan Circulation Element consistent with the MPAH Item: 6
53 Satisfaction of Maintenance of Effort requirements
Agreement to expend all Local Fair Share revenues received through M2 within three years of receipt
The M2 Seven-Year CIP (Attachment 1) prepared by staff is consistent with projects identified in the City’s proposed Seven-Year CIP (FY 2025-2032).
Generally, these include street resurfacing and slurry seal programs, traffic signal synchronization projects, and intersection improvements. The submittal of the M2 Seven-Year CIP does not commit the City to funding the identified improvements.
However, projects must be included in the M2 Seven-Year CIP to be eligible to receive M2 funding. Staff update this document annually to allow for changes based on City Council priorities.
In addition to the annual approval of the City’s M2 Seven-Year CIP, other elements of the eligibility packet are required on a biennial or triennial basis. This year, OCTA requires the City Council to adopt a resolution (Attachment 2) approving the City’s updated Local Signal Synchronization Plan (“LSSP”). The City’s LSSP (Attachment 3) is a three-year plan identifying traffic signal synchronization, street routes, and traffic signals to be improved, including all elements of the Regional Signal Synchronization Network located within the city.
The LSSP includes goals consistent with those outlined as part of OCTA’s Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Master Plan, including signal synchronization across jurisdictions. The City updated the LSSP in spring 2026 and the document includes a three-year outlook for Fiscal Years 2026-27 through 2028-29. On March 2, 2026, staff presented the LSSP to the Traffic and Parking Commission.
Staff recommend the City Council approve the M2 Seven-Year CIP (Attachment 1) and the Resolution (Attachment 2) to adopt the updated Local Signal Synchronization Plan (Attachment 3) in conformance with M2 requirements. Staff also recommend authorizing the Director of Public Works/City Engineer to forward all eligibility requirements to OCTA. The recommended actions would ensure the City retains eligibility for funding under the M2 program and could continue participating in OCTA’s Combined Transportation Funding Programs.
The attached M2 Seven-Year CIP document and LSSP provided with this report satisfy OCTA’s requirements to maintain program eligibility, and staff recommend the City Council approve these documents.
FISCAL IMPACT:
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54 There is a positive fiscal impact associated with the recommended actions. The City anticipates receiving approximately $15,000,000 from the OCTA Measure M2 Fair Share program to fund the City’s annual street resurfacing and slurry seal projects over the next seven years. The City would also be eligible to compete for M2 grant funding for the projects identified in the M2 Seven-Year CIP.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Measure M2 Seven-Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
2. Resolution for Local Signal Synchronization Plan
3. Local Signal Synchronization Plan (LSSP)
Initiated By: Christine Groves, Administrative Services Manager Submitted By: Douglas Erdman, Director of Public Works/City Engineer Approved By: Debra Rose, City Manager
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55 Attachment 1
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56 Orange County Transportation Authority
FY 2026/27 - FY 2032/33 Capital Improvement Program
TIP ID CP-12689 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: Project Title
Additional Project IDs: 26S02 ADA Ramps Phase 15
Type of Work: Pedestrian Project Description
Type of Work Description: Pedestrian -Installation of ADA access ramps Reconstruct existing sidewalk access ramps to comply with current Americans with Disabilities Act(ADA).
Limits
City-wide
Project Notes
This is a carryover for FY 2026-27 cycle. Projectfunding is reflected in a prior year.
FISCAL YEAR FUND TYPE ENG ROW CON/IMP O&M TOTAL TOTAL ESCALATED Totals: $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Last Revised: 26-00 - In Progress Total Programmed: $0
TIP ID CP-12676 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: 21-OCTA-TSP-4000 Project Title
Additional Project IDs: PW 2020-16 Alton Parkway Traffic Signal Synchronization Program Type of Work: Traffic Signals Project Description
Type of Work Description: Traffic Signals -Coordinate signals within project limits Update traffic signal coordination at 8 signals along Alton Parkway corridor from Commercentre Driveto Portola Parkway Limits
Alton Parkway from Commercentre Drive toPortola Parkway Project Notes
Match funding shown. Project led by OCTA This isa carryover for FY 26-27. Project funding isreflected in prior year.
FISCAL YEAR FUND TYPE ENG ROW CON/IMP O&M TOTAL TOTAL ESCALATED Totals: $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Last Revised: 26-00 - In Progress Total Programmed: $0
TIP ID CP-12695 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: Project Title
Additional Project IDs: 26T03 Alton Pkwy/Irvine Blvd Intersection Improvements Type of Work: Intersection Project Description
Type of Work Description: Intersection - Add leftturn lane(s) to intersection Add third left-turn land for southbound Irvine Blvd in coordination with City of Irvine Limits
Irvine Blvd at Alton Pkwy
Project Notes
Funding: Lake Forest Transportation MitigationProgram This is a carryover for FY 2026-27.Project funding is reflected in prior year.
FISCAL YEAR FUND TYPE ENG ROW CON/IMP O&M TOTAL TOTAL ESCALATED Totals: $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Last Revised: 26-00 - In Progress Total Programmed: $0
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57 TIP ID CP-12696 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: Project Title
Additional Project IDs: 26S01 / 27S01 Annual Street Resurfacing and Slurry Seal Type of Work: Road Maintenance Project Description
Type of Work Description: Road Maintenance -Rehabilitation of roadway This project is part of the City's 7-year cycle to implements Measure M's required PavementManagement Plan Limits
City-wide
Project Notes
Other: Solid Waste Vehicle Impact Fund GeneralFund: City Road Infrastructure Fund
FISCALYEAR FUND TYPE ENGROWCON/IMP O&MTOTAL TOTALESCALATED 2027 Other $0 $0 $475,000 $0 $475,000 $488,300
2027 General Fund $0 $0 $3,924,000 $0 $3,924,000 $4,033,872 2027 Local Streets and Roadsapportionments $0 $0 $2,200,000 $0 $2,200,000 $2,261,600 2027 Measure M2 LocalFairshare $0 $0 $2,101,000 $0 $2,101,000 $2,159,828 2028 Local Streets and Roadsapportionments $0 $0 $2,375,000 $0 $2,375,000 $2,509,862 2028 Other $0 $0 $475,000 $0 $475,000 $501,972
2028 General Fund $0 $0 $3,750,000 $0 $3,750,000 $3,962,940 2028 Measure M2 LocalFairshare $0 $0 $2,100,000 $0 $2,100,000 $2,219,246 2029 Other $0 $0 $475,000 $0 $475,000 $516,028
2029 General Fund $0 $0 $3,750,000 $0 $3,750,000 $4,073,902 2029 Local Streets and Roadsapportionments $0 $0 $2,200,000 $0 $2,200,000 $2,390,023 2029 Measure M2 LocalFairshare $0 $0 $2,275,000 $0 $2,275,000 $2,471,501 2030 Local Streets and Roadsapportionments $0 $0 $2,375,000 $0 $2,375,000 $2,652,382 2030 Other $0 $0 $475,000 $0 $475,000 $530,476
2030 General Fund $0 $0 $3,750,000 $0 $3,750,000 $4,187,972 2030 Measure M2 LocalFairshare $0 $0 $2,100,000 $0 $2,100,000 $2,345,264 2031 Other $0 $0 $475,000 $0 $475,000 $545,330
2031 General Fund $0 $0 $3,750,000 $0 $3,750,000 $4,305,235 2031 Measure M2 LocalFairshare $0 $0 $2,275,000 $0 $2,275,000 $2,611,842 2031 Local Streets and Roadsapportionments $0 $0 $2,200,000 $0 $2,200,000 $2,525,738 2032 General Fund $0 $0 $3,750,000 $0 $3,750,000 $4,425,781 2032 Local Streets and Roadsapportionments $0 $0 $2,375,000 $0 $2,375,000 $2,802,995 2032 Measure M2 LocalFairshare $0 $0 $2,100,000 $0 $2,100,000 $2,478,438 2032 Other $0 $0 $475,000 $0 $475,000 $560,599
2033 Measure M2 LocalFairshare $0 $0 $2,100,000 $0 $2,100,000 $2,547,834 2033 Other $0 $0 $475,000 $0 $475,000 $576,296
2033 General Fund $0 $0 $3,750,000 $0 $3,750,000 $4,549,703 2033 Local Streets and Roadsapportionments $0 $0 $2,375,000 $0 $2,375,000 $2,881,479 Totals: $0 $0 $60,900,000 $0 $60,900,000 $68,116,438
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58 TIP ID CP-12675 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: Project Title
Additional Project IDs: 24S09 Arterial Median Improvement Project Type of Work: Safety Project Description
Type of Work Description: Safety - Install curbmedian Replace existing painted median with raised hardscape medians to improve traffic safety.
Limits
Trabuco Road north of El Toro Road and RockfieldBoulevard south of Lake Forest Drive Project Notes
This is a carryover for FY 2026-27. Project fundingis reflected in prior year.
FISCAL YEAR FUND TYPE ENG ROW CON/IMP O&M TOTAL TOTAL ESCALATED Totals: $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Last Revised: 26-00 - In Progress Total Programmed: $0
TIP ID CP-12677 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: Project Title
Additional Project IDs: 24S06 Arterial Wall Enhancements in Southwest Lake Forest Type of Work: Aesthetics Project Description
Type of Work Description: Aesthetics -Hardscape, lighting treatment, or communityidentity/monumentation improvements The project would enhance the visual appeal of walls along arterial roadways in Southwest LakeForest.
Limits
Southwest Lake Forest
Project Notes
This is a partial carryover for FY 2026-27. Projectfunding for Engineering costs is reflected in prioryear.
FISCAL YEAR FUND TYPE ENG ROW CON/IMP O&M TOTAL TOTAL ESCALATED 2027 General Fund $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
2028 General Fund $0 $0 $100,000 $0 $100,000 $105,678
Totals: $0 $0 $100,000 $0 $100,000 $105,678
Last Revised: 26-00 - In Progress Total Programmed: $100,000 TIP ID CP-12699 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: Project Title
Additional Project IDs: 26T01 / 27T01 Audible Pedestrian Signals - Phases 5 and 6 Type of Work: Pedestrian Project Description
Type of Work Description: Pedestrian - Other This project would install Audible Pedestrian Signals ("APS") at various locations inside the City.
Limits
City-wide
Project Notes
This is a partial carryover for FY 2026-27. Someproject funding for Engineering and Construction isreflected in a prior year.
FISCALYEAR FUND TYPE ENG ROWCON/IMPO&MTOTAL TOTALESCALATED 2027 Community DevelopmentBlock Grant $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 2028 Community DevelopmentBlock Grant $10,000 $0 $170,000 $0 $180,000 $189,653 Totals: $10,000 $0 $170,000 $0 $180,000 $189,653
Last Revised: 26-00 - In Progress Total Programmed: $180,000 TIP ID CP-12678 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: Project Title
Additional Project IDs: 25T03 Bake Parkway and Rockfield Boulevard Traffic Signal Synchronization Type of Work: Traffic Signals Project Description
Type of Work Description: Traffic Signals -Coordinate signals within project limits This project synchronizes traffic signals along the Bake Pkwy corridor and traffic signals along theRockfield Blvd corridor in the cities of Lake Forest and Irvine.
Limits
Bake Parkway from Rue de Fortuna to Lake ForestDr. in Irvine. Rockfield Blvd from Los Alisos Blvd toCentre in Irvine.
Project Notes
This is a carryover for FY 2026-27 cycle. Projectfunding is reflected in a prior year.
FISCAL YEAR FUND TYPE ENG ROW CON/IMP O&M TOTAL TOTAL ESCALATED Totals: $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Last Revised: 26-00 - In Progress Total Programmed: $0
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59 TIP ID CP-12683 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: Project Title
Additional Project IDs: 22T03 Bake Pkwy/Jeronimo Widening Improvements Type of Work: Intersection Project Description
Type of Work Description: Intersection - Add leftturn lane(s) to intersection Add second left turn lanes on Bake Parkway at Jeronimo Limits
Bake Parkway at Jeronimo
Project Notes
This is a partial carryover for FY 2026-27 cycle.Project funding for Engineering is reflected in aprior year.
FISCAL YEAR FUND TYPE ENG ROW CON/IMP O&M TOTAL TOTAL ESCALATED 2027 Traffic Impact Fees $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
2028 Traffic Impact Fees $0 $0 $695,000 $0 $695,000 $734,465 Totals: $0 $0 $695,000 $0 $695,000 $734,465
Last Revised: 26-00 - In Progress Total Programmed: $695,000 TIP ID CP-12700 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: Project Title
Additional Project IDs: PW 2019-02 Bake at Trabuco/Irvine Intersection Improvements Type of Work: Intersection Project Description
Type of Work Description: Intersection - Add leftturn and right turn lanes to intersection Make modifications to several left, right, and through lanes to improve traffic flow Limits
Intersection of Bake Parkway and Trabuco/IrvineBoulevard Project Notes
Impact Fees: Lake Forest Transportation MitigationProgram This is a carryover for FY 2026-27 cycle.Project funding is reflected in a prior year.
FISCAL YEAR FUND TYPE ENG ROW CON/IMP O&M TOTAL TOTAL ESCALATED Totals: $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Last Revised: 26-00 - In Progress Total Programmed: $0
TIP ID CP-12690 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: Project Title
Additional Project IDs: 26S03/27S03 City Street Sidewalk Repairs Type of Work: Pedestrian Project Description
Type of Work Description: Pedestrian -Reconstruction or rehabilitation of sidewalk Remove and replace damaged sidewalk panels and other displacements within the pedestrian pathalong residential and arterial streets.
Limits
City-wide
Project Notes
FISCAL YEAR FUND TYPE ENG ROW CON/IMP O&M TOTAL TOTAL ESCALATED 2027 General Fund $0 $0 $150,000 $0 $150,000 $154,200
2028 General Fund $0 $0 $150,000 $0 $150,000 $158,518
Totals: $0 $0 $300,000 $0 $300,000 $312,718
Last Revised: 26-00 - In Progress Total Programmed: $300,000 TIP ID CP-12679 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: Project Title
Additional Project IDs: 22S05 El Toro Raised Medians from Jeronimo to Trabuco Road Type of Work: Safety Project Description
Type of Work Description: Safety - Install curbmedian Replace existing painted medians with raised medians Limits
El Toro Road from Jeronimo to Trabuco Road
Project Notes
Funding: Foothill Circulation Phasing Plan This is acarryover for FY 2026-27 cycle. Project funding isreflected in a prior year.
FISCAL YEAR FUND TYPE ENG ROW CON/IMP O&M TOTAL TOTAL ESCALATED Totals: $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Last Revised: 26-00 - In Progress Total Programmed: $0
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60 TIP ID CP-12226 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: 23-IRVN-TSP-4047 Project Title
Additional Project IDs: 25T04 Irvine Blvd/Trabuco Rd Traffic Signal Synchronization Program Type of Work: Traffic Signals Project Description
Type of Work Description: Traffic Signals -Coordinate signals within project limits This project synchronizes traffic signals along the Irvine Blvd/Trabuco Rd corridor in the cities of Irvine,Lake Forest, and Mission Viejo Limits
Irvine Blvd/Trabuco Road from Old Myford Road inIrvine, through Lake Forest, to Marguerite inMission Viejo Project Notes
Project carried forward. Funding previouslyreported This is a carryover for FY 2026-27 cycle.Project funding is reflected in a prior year.
FISCAL YEAR FUND TYPE ENG ROW CON/IMP O&M TOTAL TOTAL ESCALATED Totals: $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Last Revised: 26-00 - In Progress Total Programmed: $0
TIP ID CP-12693 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: Project Title
Additional Project IDs: 26S06 Lake Forest Branding Entryway Monuments Type of Work: Aesthetics Project Description
Type of Work Description: Aesthetics -Hardscape, lighting treatment, or communityidentity/monumentation improvements Changes "Arbor" signs at El Toro and Rockfield to "Lake Forest" as well as install other entrywaymonuments and banners Limits
Citywide
Project Notes
This is a partial carryover for FY 2026-27 cycle.Some project funding for Engineering andConstruction is reflected in a prior year.
FISCAL YEAR FUND TYPE ENG ROW CON/IMP O&M TOTAL TOTAL ESCALATED 2027 General Fund $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
2028 General Fund $0 $0 $550,000 $0 $550,000 $581,231
Totals: $0 $0 $550,000 $0 $550,000 $581,231
Last Revised: 26-00 - In Progress Total Programmed: $550,000 TIP ID CP-10704 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: 19-OCTA-TSP-3940 Project Title
Additional Project IDs: PW 2018-15 Lake Forest Traffic Signal Synchronization Program Type of Work: Traffic Signals Project Description
Type of Work Description: Traffic Signals -Coordinate signals within project limits Synchronize 27 traffic signals along the Lake Forest corridor in the cities of Lake FOrest Laguna Hills,Irvine and Caltrans Ramp Signals Limits
Lake Forest Drive from Portola Parkway to SR-133(Laguna Canyon Road) Project Notes
Match funding shown. TSSP funding not reflected.Project led by OCTA.
FISCALYEAR FUND TYPE ENGROWCON/IMPO&M TOTALTOTALESCALATED 2027 Air Quality ManagementDistrict $0 $0 $0 $4,320 $4,320 $4,320 Totals: $0 $0 $0 $4,320 $4,320 $4,320
Last Revised: 26-00 - In Progress Total Programmed: $4,320 TIP ID CP-12694 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: Project Title
Additional Project IDs: 27T02 Lake Forest/Ave De Carlota at I5 Offramp Restriping Type of Work: Intersection Project Description
Type of Work Description: Intersection - Add leftturn and right turn lanes to intersection This project will restripe Avenida De Carlota's #2 lane to a shared left and right turn lane.
Limits
Lake Forest/Ave De Carlota at I5 Offramp
Project Notes
FISCAL YEAR FUND TYPE ENG ROW CON/IMP O&M TOTAL TOTAL ESCALATED 2027 Traffic Impact Fees $0 $0 $100,000 $0 $100,000 $102,800 Totals: $0 $0 $100,000 $0 $100,000 $102,800
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61 TIP ID CP-12681 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: Project Title
Additional Project IDs: 24T09 Meadows Traffic Improvements: Bake at Toledo Type of Work: Intersection Project Description
Type of Work Description: Intersection - Add leftturn lane(s) to intersection Widen Bake Parkway and Toledo Way to create dual left-turns in three of the four directions due toMeadows development Limits
Bake Parkway and Toledo Way
Project Notes
Funding: Meadows Traffic Improvement ProgramThis is a carryover for FY 2026-27 cycle. Projectfunding is reflected in a prior year.
FISCAL YEAR FUND TYPE ENG ROW CON/IMP O&M TOTAL TOTAL ESCALATED Totals: $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Last Revised: 26-00 - In Progress Total Programmed: $0
TIP ID CP-12883 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: Project Title
Additional Project IDs: Osterman Road Solar Streetlight Project Type of Work: Safety Project Description
Type of Work Description: Safety - Improvelighting of roadway Installation of solar streetlights along Osterman between Pittsford and Regency Limits
Osterman Rd between Pittsford and Regency
Project Notes
FISCAL YEAR FUND TYPE ENG ROW CON/IMP O&M TOTAL TOTAL ESCALATED 2027 General Fund $0 $0 $200,000 $0 $200,000 $205,600
Totals: $0 $0 $200,000 $0 $200,000 $205,600
Last Revised: 26-00 - In Progress Total Programmed: $200,000 TIP ID CP-11649 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: 21-OCTA-TSP-4001 Project Title
Additional Project IDs: PW 2020-15 Portola/Santa Margarita Traffic Signal Synchronization Type of Work: Traffic Signals Project Description
Type of Work Description: Traffic Signals -Coordinate signals within project limits Update traffic signal synchronization along the Portola/Santa Margarita Corridor. Lake Forest has 11traffic signals in this project.
Limits
Portola Parkway from the corridor's northernterminus to El Toro Road Project Notes
Match funding shown. TSSP not reflected. Projectled by OCTA. Project carried forward. Fundingpreviously reported This is a carryover for FY2026-27 cycle. Project funding is reflected in aprior year.
FISCAL YEAR FUND TYPE ENG ROW CON/IMP O&M TOTAL TOTAL ESCALATED Totals: $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Last Revised: 26-00 - In Progress Total Programmed: $0
TIP ID CP-12682 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: Project Title
Additional Project IDs: 28T04 Protective Permissive Left Turn Project Type of Work: Traffic Signals Project Description
Type of Work Description: Traffic Signals -Replace and upgrade traffic signals and equipment This project installs protective permissive left-turn phasing at four intersections Limits
Alton Pkwy and Monarch, Alton Pkwy andCatalina, Bake Pkwy and Towne Center Dr., andLake Forest Dr. and Towne Center Dr.
Project Notes
Project cancelled.
FISCAL YEAR FUND TYPE ENG ROW CON/IMP O&M TOTAL TOTAL ESCALATED Totals: $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Last Revised: 26-00 - In Progress Total Programmed: $0
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62 TIP ID CP-12692 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: Project Title
Additional Project IDs: 27S05 Rockfield Median at El Toro Road Type of Work: Safety Project Description
Type of Work Description: Safety - Install curbmedian Replaced delineators with raised median at Rockfield from El Toro to Harvest Way Limits
Rockfield Blvd from El Toro Road to Harvest Way
Project Notes
FISCAL YEAR FUND TYPE ENG ROW CON/IMP O&M TOTAL TOTAL ESCALATED 2027 General Fund $50,000 $0 $0 $0 $50,000 $50,000
2028 General Fund $0 $0 $400,000 $0 $400,000 $422,714
Totals: $50,000 $0 $400,000 $0 $450,000 $472,714
Last Revised: 26-00 - In Progress Total Programmed: $450,000 TIP ID CP-12684 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: Project Title
Additional Project IDs: 24T08 Second Left Turn Lanes in All Directions at Los Alisos and Muirlands Type of Work: Intersection Project Description
Type of Work Description: Intersection - Add leftturn lane(s) to intersection Add second left turn lanes in all directions at Los Alisos and Muirlands Limits
Los Alisos Boulevard at Muirlands
Project Notes
Funding: Foothill Circulation Phasing Plan This is acarryover for FY 2026-27 cycle. Project funding isreflected in a prior year.
FISCAL YEAR FUND TYPE ENG ROW CON/IMP O&M TOTAL TOTAL ESCALATED Totals: $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Last Revised: 26-00 - In Progress Total Programmed: $0
TIP ID CP-12701 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: Project Title
Additional Project IDs: 24T05 Southbound Rancho Parkway Widening at Lake Forest Drive for Right Turn Lane Type of Work: Intersection Project Description
Type of Work Description: Intersection - Addright turn lane(s) to intersection Widen southbound Rancho Parkway to create an 8-ft wide bike lane/de facto right turn Limits
Rancho Parkway at Lake Forest Drive
Project Notes
Impact Fees: Lake Forest Transportation MitigationProgram This is a carryover for FY 2026-27 cycle.Project funding is reflected in a prior year.
FISCAL YEAR FUND TYPE ENG ROW CON/IMP O&M TOTAL TOTAL ESCALATED Totals: $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Last Revised: 26-00 - In Progress Total Programmed: $0
TIP ID CP-12691 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: Project Title
Additional Project IDs: 26S04 Southwest Lake Forest Crosswalk Enhancement Type of Work: Pedestrian Project Description
Type of Work Description: Pedestrian - Other This project enhances crosswalks in the Southwest Lake Forest area Limits
Southwest Lake Forest
Project Notes
This is a carryover for FY 2026-27 cycle. Projectfunding is reflected in a prior year.
FISCAL YEAR FUND TYPE ENG ROW CON/IMP O&M TOTAL TOTAL ESCALATED Totals: $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Last Revised: 26-00 - In Progress Total Programmed: $0
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63 TIP ID CP-12802 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: Project Title
Additional Project IDs: Towne Centre Drive Traffic Signal and Circulation Improvements Type of Work: Traffic Signals Project Description
Type of Work Description: Traffic Signals -Replace and upgrade traffic signals and equipment This project would implement traffic signal monitoring, operations, and circulation improvements alongkey corridors providing access to the newly constructed Costco Wholesale.
Limits
Market Place between Portola Pkwy and TowneCentre Dr. and Towne Centre Dr between AltonPkwy and Bake Pkwy Project Notes
FISCAL YEAR FUND TYPE ENG ROW CON/IMP O&M TOTAL TOTAL ESCALATED 2027 Developer $25,000 $0 $185,000 $0 $210,000 $215,180 Totals: $25,000 $0 $185,000 $0 $210,000 $215,180
Last Revised: 26-00 - In Progress Total Programmed: $210,000 TIP ID CP-12688 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: Project Title
Additional Project IDs: 22T07 Widening / Realignment of Jeronimo at El Toro Road Type of Work: Road Widening Project Description
Type of Work Description: Road Widening -Widen width of existing traffic lanes Widen Jeronimo north and south of El Toro to correct an existing misalignment of through lanes Limits
Jeronmio Road at El Toro Road
Project Notes
Developer: Foothill Corridor Phasing Plan This is acarryover for FY 2026-27 cycle. Project funding isreflected in a prior year.
FISCAL YEAR FUND TYPE ENG ROW CON/IMP O&M TOTAL TOTAL ESCALATED Totals: $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Last Revised: 26-00 - In Progress Total Programmed: $0
TIP ID CP-12702 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: Project Title
Additional Project IDs: 24T06 Widening of Southbound Jeronimo at Lake Forest Drive Type of Work: Road Widening Project Description
Type of Work Description: Road Widening -Widen width of existing traffic lanes Widen southbound Jeronimo to create bike lane/de facto SB right turn lane Limits
Jeronimo at Lake Forest Drive
Project Notes
Impact Fees: Lake Forest Transportation MitigationProgram This is a carryover for FY 2026-27 cycle.Project funding is reflected in a prior year.
FISCAL YEAR FUND TYPE ENG ROW CON/IMP O&M TOTAL TOTAL ESCALATED Totals: $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Last Revised: 26-00 - In Progress Total Programmed: $0
TIP ID CP-12687 IMPLEMENTING AGENCY Lake Forest, City of Local Project Number: Project Title
Additional Project IDs: 24T07 Widening of Westbound Los Alisos to Add a Dedicated Right-Turn Lane at Rockfield Type of Work: Intersection Project Description
Type of Work Description: Intersection - Addright turn lane(s) to intersection Widening of westbound Los Alisos Road to add a dedicated right-turn lane at Rockfield Limits
Los Aliso Road at Rockfield Blvd
Project Notes
Impact Fees: Lake Forest Transportation MitigationProgram This is a carryover for FY 2026-27 cycle.Project funding is reflected in a prior year.
FISCAL YEAR FUND TYPE ENG ROW CON/IMP O&M TOTAL TOTAL ESCALATED Totals: $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Last Revised: 26-00 - In Progress Total Programmed: $0
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64 ATTACHMENT 2
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65 RESOLUTION NO. 2026-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LAKE FOREST, CALIFORNIA, CONCERNING THE UPDATE OF THE LOCAL SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PLAN FOR THE MEASURE M (M2) PROGRAM WHEREAS, the Orange County Transportation Authority has developed the Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Master Plan to identify traffic signal synchronization street routes and traffic signals within and across jurisdictional boundaries, and defines the means of implementing the Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program; and
WHEREAS, the Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program requires that local jurisdictions adopt a Local Signal Synchronization Plan consistent with the Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Master Plan as a key component of local jurisdictions’ efforts to synchronizing traffic signals across local jurisdictions’ boundaries; and
WHEREAS, the Local Signal Synchronization Plan must be updated by June 30, 2026, to continue to be eligible to receive Net Revenues as part of Measure M2; and
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
FOREST, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, AND INFORM OCTA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The City adopts and maintains a Local Signal Synchronization Plan which includes goals that are consistent with those outlined as part of the Regional Signal Synchronization Master Plan, including signal synchronization across jurisdictions.
Section 2. The Local Signal Synchronization Plan identifies traffic signal synchronization street routes, including all elements of the Regional Signal Synchronization Network located within the City.
Section 3. The Local Signal Synchronization Plan includes the traffic signal inventory for all traffic signal synchronization street routes.
Section 4. The Local Signal Synchronization Plan includes a three-year plan showing capital, operations, and maintenance of signal synchronization along the traffic signal synchronization street routes and traffic signals.
Section 5. The Local Signal Synchronization Plan includes an update on the status and performance of traffic signal synchronization activities.
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66 Section 6. The Local Signal Synchronization Plan includes a discussion on the review and revision, as may be necessary, on the timing of traffic signals on the traffic signal synchronization street routes.
Section 7. The City Council finds that the subject activity is not a Project within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15378 and is therefore not subject to review under CEQA.
Section 8. The City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this Resolution, which shall become effective immediately upon adoption.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this [Insert Day] day of [Insert Month], [Insert Year] by the following vote, to wit:
__________________________
ROBERT PEQUEÑO
MAYOR
ATTEST:
________________________
THY MERRITT
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_________________________
MATTHEW E. RICHARDSON
CITY ATTORNEY
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67 Attachment 3
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LOCAL SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PLAN
LOCAL SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PLAN
LOCAL SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PLAN
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SECTION ONE
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION
GOALS, POLICIES, AND OBJECTIVES
SECTION ONE
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION
GOALS, POLICIES, AND OBJECTIVES
SECTION ONE
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION
GOALS, POLICIES, AND OBJECTIVES
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GOALS
OCTA’s Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (Regional Master Plan ) is included as part of the approved Measure M2 . The Regional Master Plan is a multi- agency, corridor-based approach that optimizes the performance of traffic signals based on existing traffic patterns. The goals of the program are to improve the flow of traffic on Orange County streets and roads by implementing multi -agency signal synchronization.
The City of Lake Forest is in concurrence with these goals, and will continue to work cooperatively with OCTA and adjacent jurisdictions to synchronize signals throughout the City on a corridor basis. This cooperation will serve to provide safe, efficient traffic circulation for our local needs as well as future d emands, by continuing to improve travel times and reducing stops.
The City has their own Traffic Management Center (TMC) located in the City Hall office building. The TMC includes the “central” Econolite Centracs system, which is connected to all City -maintained traffic signals. The TMC allows the City to more effectively address and serve its traffic need and for street routes to be more easily coordinated across jurisdictional boundaries.
Between July 2020 and June 2023, the City completed the following TSSP projects:
El Toro Road
Los Alisos Boulevard
Between July 2023 and June 2026, the City completed the following TSSP project:
Lake Forest Drive
Finally, the City is currently participating in the following TSSP projects:
Alton Parkway
Bake Parkway and Rockfield Boulevard
Irvine Boulevard/Trabuco Road
Portola Parkway/Santa Margarita Parkway
GOALS
OCTA’s Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (Regional Master Plan ) is included as part of the approved Measure M2 . The Regional Master Plan is a multi- agency, corridor-based approach that optimizes the performance of traffic signals based on existing traffic patterns. The goals of the program are to improve the flow of traffic on Orange County streets and roads by implementing multi -agency signal synchronization.
The City of Lake Forest is in concurrence with these goals, and will continue to work cooperatively with OCTA and adjacent jurisdictions to synchronize signals throughout the City on a corridor basis. This cooperation will serve to provide safe, efficient traffic circulation for our local needs as well as future d emands, by continuing to improve travel times and reducing stops.
The City has their own Traffic Management Center (TMC) located in the City Hall office building. The TMC includes the “central” Econolite Centracs system, which is connected to all City -maintained traffic signals. The TMC allows the City to more effectively address and serve its traffic need and for street routes to be more easily coordinated across jurisdictional boundaries.
Between July 2020 and June 2023, the City completed the following TSSP projects:
El Toro Road
Los Alisos Boulevard
Between July 2023 and June 2026, the City completed the following TSSP project:
Lake Forest Drive
Finally, the City is currently participating in the following TSSP projects:
Alton Parkway
Bake Parkway and Rockfield Boulevard
Irvine Boulevard/Trabuco Road
Portola Parkway/Santa Margarita Parkway
GOALS
OCTA’s Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (Regional Master Plan ) is included as part of the approved Measure M2 . The Regional Master Plan is a multi- agency, corridor-based approach that optimizes the performance of traffic signals based on existing traffic patterns. The goals of the program are to improve the flow of traffic on Orange County streets and roads by implementing multi -agency signal synchronization.
The City of Lake Forest is in concurrence with these goals, and will continue to work cooperatively with OCTA and adjacent jurisdictions to synchronize signals throughout the City on a corridor basis. This cooperation will serve to provide safe, efficient traffic circulation for our local needs as well as future d emands, by continuing to improve travel times and reducing stops.
The City has their own Traffic Management Center (TMC) located in the City Hall office building. The TMC includes the “central” Econolite Centracs system, which is connected to all City -maintained traffic signals. The TMC allows the City to more effectively address and serve its traffic need and for street routes to be more easily coordinated across jurisdictional boundaries.
Between July 2020 and June 2023, the City completed the following TSSP projects:
El Toro Road
Los Alisos Boulevard
Between July 2023 and June 2026, the City completed the following TSSP project:
Lake Forest Drive
Finally, the City is currently participating in the following TSSP projects:
Alton Parkway
Bake Parkway and Rockfield Boulevard
Irvine Boulevard/Trabuco Road
Portola Parkway/Santa Margarita Parkway
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POLICIES
The City of Lake Forest has already adopted an initial Local Signal Synchronization Plan (LSSP), and understands it must provide updates every three years to remain eligible for Measure M2 funding. As the initial LSSP adoption occurred in December 2010, this is the fifth cycle of the 3 -year updates. The purpose of the LSSP is to implement and maintain coordination of traffic signals along corridors within our City and beyond its borders to regionally maintain safe and efficient flow of vehicular traffic.
The Regional Master Plan also provides the opportunity to work with neighboring agencies in order to accomplish mutually-beneficial goals. It is the City of Lake Forest’s desire and policy to continue participating in and supporting the Regional Master Plan .
The City maintain s local control and responsibility of all traffic signals within our jurisdiction, and will continue to be responsib le for any changes to our signals, equipment, and policies.
OBJECTIVES
The City of Lake Forest has implemented and maintained corridor -based signal coordination timing via daily traffic signal operations and engineering support services.
Through these on-going consultant support services, the City periodically evaluates and optimizes coordination signal timing in response to changing traffic volumes and patterns.
The City concurs that the Regional Master Plan is beneficial and needed in order t o effectively move people and goods locally and regionally through efficient signal timing.
By participating in the Regional Master Plan , the City recognizes the benefits gained from local signal timing and synchronization, as well as from eligible traffic sign al and interconnect equipment upgrades. Moreover, the City recognizes this program as a valuable, corridor-based measure for improving air quality by reducing green -house gas emissions. In participating in the Regional Master Plan , as well as using the o n-going signal operations support services, it is the City ’s objective to continue to address regional goals while serving constituents in a reasonable manner.
POLICIES
The City of Lake Forest has already adopted an initial Local Signal Synchronization Plan (LSSP), and understands it must provide updates every three years to remain eligible for Measure M2 funding. As the initial LSSP adoption occurred in December 2010, this is the fifth cycle of the 3 -year updates. The purpose of the LSSP is to implement and maintain coordination of traffic signals along corridors within our City and beyond its borders to regionally maintain safe and efficient flow of vehicular traffic.
The Regional Master Plan also provides the opportunity to work with neighboring agencies in order to accomplish mutually-beneficial goals. It is the City of Lake Forest’s desire and policy to continue participating in and supporting the Regional Master Plan .
The City maintain s local control and responsibility of all traffic signals within our jurisdiction, and will continue to be responsib le for any changes to our signals, equipment, and policies.
OBJECTIVES
The City of Lake Forest has implemented and maintained corridor -based signal coordination timing via daily traffic signal operations and engineering support services.
Through these on-going consultant support services, the City periodically evaluates and optimizes coordination signal timing in response to changing traffic volumes and patterns.
The City concurs that the Regional Master Plan is beneficial and needed in order t o effectively move people and goods locally and regionally through efficient signal timing.
By participating in the Regional Master Plan , the City recognizes the benefits gained from local signal timing and synchronization, as well as from eligible traffic sign al and interconnect equipment upgrades. Moreover, the City recognizes this program as a valuable, corridor-based measure for improving air quality by reducing green -house gas emissions. In participating in the Regional Master Plan , as well as using the o n-going signal operations support services, it is the City ’s objective to continue to address regional goals while serving constituents in a reasonable manner.
POLICIES
The City of Lake Forest has already adopted an initial Local Signal Synchronization Plan (LSSP), and understands it must provide updates every three years to remain eligible for Measure M2 funding. As the initial LSSP adoption occurred in December 2010, this is the fifth cycle of the 3 -year updates. The purpose of the LSSP is to implement and maintain coordination of traffic signals along corridors within our City and beyond its borders to regionally maintain safe and efficient flow of vehicular traffic.
The Regional Master Plan also provides the opportunity to work with neighboring agencies in order to accomplish mutually-beneficial goals. It is the City of Lake Forest’s desire and policy to continue participating in and supporting the Regional Master Plan .
The City maintain s local control and responsibility of all traffic signals within our jurisdiction, and will continue to be responsib le for any changes to our signals, equipment, and policies.
OBJECTIVES
The City of Lake Forest has implemented and maintained corridor -based signal coordination timing via daily traffic signal operations and engineering support services.
Through these on-going consultant support services, the City periodically evaluates and optimizes coordination signal timing in response to changing traffic volumes and patterns.
The City concurs that the Regional Master Plan is beneficial and needed in order t o effectively move people and goods locally and regionally through efficient signal timing.
By participating in the Regional Master Plan , the City recognizes the benefits gained from local signal timing and synchronization, as well as from eligible traffic sign al and interconnect equipment upgrades. Moreover, the City recognizes this program as a valuable, corridor-based measure for improving air quality by reducing green -house gas emissions. In participating in the Regional Master Plan , as well as using the o n-going signal operations support services, it is the City ’s objective to continue to address regional goals while serving constituents in a reasonable manner.
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SECTION TWO
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION STREET ROUTES
(EXISTING AND PLANNED)
SECTION TWO
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION STREET ROUTES
(EXISTING AND PLANNED)
SECTION TWO
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION STREET ROUTES
(EXISTING AND PLANNED)
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TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION STREET ROUTES
EXISTING:
Regional Network:
Priority Corridor Network
1) Bake Parkway
2) El Toro Road, from Bridger Road to SR-241 Freeway
3) Lake Forest Drive
4) Trabuco Road
Signal Synchronization Network
5) Barranca Parkway / Muirlands Boulevard
6) Jeronimo Road
7) Los Alisos Boulevard
8) Portola Parkway / Santa Margarita Parkway
Local Network:
Local Signal Synchronization Network
9) Alton Parkway, from Commercecentre Drive to Portola Parkway 10) El Toro Road, from SR-241 Freeway to Ridgeline Road 11) Rockfield Boulevard, from Bake Parkway to Los Alisos Boulevard PLANNED:
Local Signal Synchronization Network
12) Glenn Ranch Road, from Portola Parkway to El Toro Road 13) Ridge Route Drive, from Rockfield Boulevard to Trabuco Road 14) Toledo Way, from Bake Parkway to El Toro Road
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION STREET ROUTES
EXISTING:
Regional Network:
Priority Corridor Network
1) Bake Parkway
2) El Toro Road, from Bridger Road to SR-241 Freeway
3) Lake Forest Drive
4) Trabuco Road
Signal Synchronization Network
5) Barranca Parkway / Muirlands Boulevard
6) Jeronimo Road
7) Los Alisos Boulevard
8) Portola Parkway / Santa Margarita Parkway
Local Network:
Local Signal Synchronization Network
9) Alton Parkway, from Commercecentre Drive to Portola Parkway 10) El Toro Road, from SR-241 Freeway to Ridgeline Road 11) Rockfield Boulevard, from Bake Parkway to Los Alisos Boulevard PLANNED:
Local Signal Synchronization Network
12) Glenn Ranch Road, from Portola Parkway to El Toro Road 13) Ridge Route Drive, from Rockfield Boulevard to Trabuco Road 14) Toledo Way, from Bake Parkway to El Toro Road
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION STREET ROUTES
EXISTING:
Regional Network:
Priority Corridor Network
1) Bake Parkway
2) El Toro Road, from Bridger Road to SR-241 Freeway
3) Lake Forest Drive
4) Trabuco Road
Signal Synchronization Network
5) Barranca Parkway / Muirlands Boulevard
6) Jeronimo Road
7) Los Alisos Boulevard
8) Portola Parkway / Santa Margarita Parkway
Local Network:
Local Signal Synchronization Network
9) Alton Parkway, from Commercecentre Drive to Portola Parkway 10) El Toro Road, from SR-241 Freeway to Ridgeline Road 11) Rockfield Boulevard, from Bake Parkway to Los Alisos Boulevard PLANNED:
Local Signal Synchronization Network
12) Glenn Ranch Road, from Portola Parkway to El Toro Road 13) Ridge Route Drive, from Rockfield Boulevard to Trabuco Road 14) Toledo Way, from Bake Parkway to El Toro Road
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SECTION THREE
TRAFFIC SIGNAL INVENTORY
SECTION THREE
TRAFFIC SIGNAL INVENTORY
SECTION THREE
TRAFFIC SIGNAL INVENTORY
Item: 6
78 Corridor Cross Street Intersection AM MID PM WKND
Maintenance
Responsibility Cabinet Type Software Detection
Bike
Detection CCTV
Power
Backup Comm Other ITS ATMS Status
Bake Parkway Artists Way (Old Cape May) 140 120 130 120 Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Offline South Pointe Drive 140 120 130 120 Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online North Pointe Drive 140 120 130 120 Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Commercentre Drive 140 120 130 120 Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Dimension Drive 140 120 130 120 Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Loops No Axis BBS Fiber Centracs Online Rancho Parkway South 140 120 130 120 Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Hybrid Video/Radar No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Rancho Parkway 140 120 130 120 Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Towne Centre Drive 140 120 130 120 Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Rue de Fortuna Free Free Free Free Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 2) Cobalt EOS Radar No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online El Toro Road Bridger Road / I-5 140 150 150 150 Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 1) Cobalt ASC/3 Video No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Rockfield Boulevard 140 150 150 150 Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 1) Cobalt ASC/3 Video No Axis BBS Copper Centracs Online Arbor Way 140 150 150 150 Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 1) Cobalt ASC/3 Video No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Raymond Way 140 150 150 150 Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 1) Cobalt ASC/3 Video No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Muirlands Boulevard 140 150 150 150 Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt ASC/3 Loops No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Jeronimo Road 140 150 150 150 Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 1) Cobalt ASC/3 Loops No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Toledo Way 140 150 150 150 Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt ASC/3 Radar No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Serrano Road 140 150 150 150 Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 2) Cobalt ASC/3 Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Trabuco Road 140 150 150 150 Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt ASC/3 Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Aliso Park Drive 90 Free 100 Free Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 2) Cobalt ASC/3 Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Northcrest Drive 90 Free 100 Free Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 2) Cobalt ASC/3 Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Normandale Drive 90 Free 100 Free Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 1) Cobalt ASC/3 Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Pheasant Run 70 Free 65 Free Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt ASC/3 Loops No N/A BBS GPS Clock Offline Ridgeline 70 Free 65 Free Lake Forest P (TS1) ASC/3 ASC/3 Loops No N/A BBS GPS Clock Offline Lake Forest Drive I-5 N Ramp Free Free Free Free Caltrans 332 2070 Loops No N/A BBS Rockfield Boulevard 140 140 140 Free Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Hybrid Video/Radar No Axis BBS Fiber Centracs Online Aspan Street 140 140 140 Free Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Lake Forest Town Center 140 140 140 Free Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Muirlands Boulevard 140 140 140 140 Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Hybrid Video/Radar No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Jeronimo Road 140 140 140 Free Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Hybrid Video/Radar No Axis BBS Fiber Centracs Online Toledo Way 140 140 140 Free Lake Forest P44 (TS2 Type 2) Cobalt EOS Hybrid Video/Radar No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Serrano Road 140 140 140 Free Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Chinook Drive 140 140 140 Free Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Traffic Synchronization Inventory
City of Lake Forest
Cycle Length Equipment
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Maintenance
Responsibility Cabinet Type Software Detection
Bike
Detection CCTV
Power
Backup Comm Other ITS ATMS Status
Traffic Synchronization Inventory
City of Lake Forest
Cycle Length Equipment
Trabuco Road 140 140 140 120 Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Hybrid Video/Radar No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Canada Road / Newvale Drive 140 140 140 Free Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Pittsford Drive 100 100 100 Free Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Vintage Woods Road 100 100 100 Free Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 1) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Dimension Drive 100 100 100 Free Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Regency Lane 100 100 100 Free Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Vista Terrace 100 100 100 Free Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Rancho Parkway 100 100 100 Free Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Hybrid Video/Radar No Axis BBS Fiber Centracs Online SR 241 N&S Ramps Free Free Free Free Caltrans 332 2070 Loops No N/A BBS Towne Centre Drive 100 100 100 Free Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Hybrid Video/Radar No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Muirlands Boulevard Aspan Street / Oakwood Lane 70 70 70 70 Lake Forest P (TS1) ASC/3 ASC/3 Loops No N/A BBS Wireless Centracs Online Dylan Avenue 70 70 70 140 Lake Forest P (TS1) ASC/3 ASC/3 Loops No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Ridge Route Drive 140 140 140 140 Lake Forest P (TS1) ASC/3 ASC/3 Loops No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Parkview Lane 70 70 65 140 Lake Forest P (TS1) ASC/3 ASC/3 Loops No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Portola Parkway El Toro Road 140 Free 130 Free Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 2) Cobalt ASC/3 Hybrid Video/Radar No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Saddleback Parkway Free Free Free Free Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Purpose Drive Free Free Free Free Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 2) ASC/3 ASC/3 Hybrid Video/Radar No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online SR 241 N&S Ramps Free Free Free Free Caltrans 332 2070 Loops No N/A BBS Glenn Ranch Road 140 Free 120 Free Lake Forest P44 (TS2 Type 2) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Towne Centre Drive / Pauling 140 Free 120 Free Lake Forest P44 (TS2 Type 2) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Lake Forest Drive 140 Free 120 Free Lake Forest P44 (TS2 Type 2) Cobalt EOS Hybrid Video/Radar No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Auto Center Drive 70 Free 120 Free Lake Forest P44 (TS2 Type 2) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Bake Parkway 140 120 130 120 Lake Forest P44 (TS2 Type 2) Cobalt EOS Hybrid Video/Radar No Axis BBS Fiber Centracs Online Market Place Free Free Free Free Lake Forest P44 (TS2 Type 2) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Paloma Free Free Free Free Lake Forest P44 (TS2 Type 2) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Trabuco Road Paseo Sombra 70 Free 65 Free Lake Forest P (TS1) ASC/3 ASC/3 Hybrid Video/Radar No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Paseo Tranquilo 70 Free 70 60 Lake Forest P (TS1) ASC/3 ASC/3 Hybrid Video/Radar No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Via Del Rio 70 Free 70 60 Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 2) ASC/3 ASC/3 Hybrid Video/Radar No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Peachwood 140 Free 140 120 Lake Forest P (TS1) ASC/3 ASC/3 Hybrid Video/Radar No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Ridge Route Drive 140 130 140 120 Lake Forest P (TS1) ASC/3 ASC/3 Loops No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Cherry Avenue 70 75 75 75 Lake Forest P (TS1) ASC/3 ASC/3 Loops No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Jeronimo Road Ridge Route Drive 105 105 140 Free Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 2) ASC/3 ASC/3 Loops No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Serrano School 70 70 70 Free Lake Forest M ASC/3 ASC/3 Loops No N/A BBS Copper TS1 Cabinet Centracs Online Cherry Avenue 140 100 75 Free Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 2) ASC/3 ASC/3 Loops No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online
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80 Corridor Cross Street Intersection AM MID PM WKND
Maintenance
Responsibility Cabinet Type Software Detection
Bike
Detection CCTV
Power
Backup Comm Other ITS ATMS Status
Traffic Synchronization Inventory
City of Lake Forest
Cycle Length Equipment
Toledo Way Serrano Road Free Free Free Free Lake Forest P (TS1) ASC/3 ASC/3 Loops No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Ridge Route Drive Free Free Free Free Lake Forest P (TS1) ASC/3 ASC/3 Loops No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Glenn Ranch Road Ellipse Free Free 120 Free Lake Forest P (TS1) ASC/2S ASC/2 Loops No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Definition Free Free 120 Free Lake Forest P (TS1) ASC/2S ASC/2 Loops No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Saddleback Ranch Rd Free Free Free Free Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 2) Cobalt ASC/3 Radar No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Viejo Ridge Free Free Free Free Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 2) ASC/3 ASC/3 Hybrid Video/Radar No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Rockfield Boulevard Centre Free 120 Free Free Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 2) Cobalt EOS Radar No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Boeing Free Free Free Free Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Ridge Route Drive Free Free Free Free Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Harvest Free Free Free Free Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 1) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Orchard Free Free Free Free Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 1) Cobalt ASC/3 Radar No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Landisview Free Free Free Free Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Los Alisos 130 Free 130 Free Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Hybrid Video/Radar No Axis BBS Fiber Centracs Online Alton Parkway Commercentre 120 Free 120 Free Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 1) Cobalt EOS Hybrid Video/Radar No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Monarch 120 Free 120 Free Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 2) Cobalt EOS Hybrid Video/Radar No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Catalina 120 Free 120 Free Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 2) Cobalt EOS Hybrid Video/Radar No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Rancho South 120 Free 120 Free Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 1) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Sunflower 60 Free 60 Free Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 2) Cobalt EOS Hybrid Video/Radar No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online SR 241 N&S Ramps Free Free Free Free Caltrans 332 2070 Loops No N/A BBS Towne Centre 120 Free 120 Free Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt EOS Hybrid Video/Radar No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Portola 110 Free 110 Free Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 2) Cobalt EOS Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Dimension Commercentre Drive Free Free Free Free Lake Forest P (TS1) ASC/3 ASC/3 Loops No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Canada Road Free Free Free Free Lake Forest P (TS1) ASC/3 ASC/3 Loops No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Commercentre Serrano Summit Free Free Free Free Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 2) Cobalt ASC/3 Radar No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Civic Centre Free Free Free Free Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 2) Cobalt ASC/3 Radar No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Towne Centre Market Place Free Free Free Free Lake Forest P (TS1) Cobalt ASC/3 Radar No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Entertainment Free Free Free Free Lake Forest P (TS1) ASC/3 ASC/3 Loops No N/A BBS Copper Centracs Online Rancho Sports Park Free Free Free Free Lake Forest P (TS2 Type 2) ASC/3 ASC/3 Loops No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Corridor Plaza Free Free Free Free Lake Forest P (TS1) ASC/3 ASC/3 Hybrid Video/Radar No N/A BBS Fiber Centracs Online Saddleback Ranch Rd Fawn Ridge Free Free Free Free Lake Forest P (TS1) ASC/2 ASC/2 Loops No N/A BBS GPS Clock Offline
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SECTION FOUR
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION SYSTEM
AND THREE YEAR PLAN
SECTION FOUR
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION SYSTEM
AND THREE YEAR PLAN
SECTION FOUR
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION SYSTEM
AND THREE YEAR PLAN
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3-YEAR OUTLOOK
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION
Funding Needs for Synchronized Operation (Constrained)
Reporting Jurisdiction Expenditures: City of Lake Forest Type of Traffic Signal Synchronization Expenditures in Year of Expenditure Dollars
MAINTENANCE
PROJECT FY26/27 FY27/28 FY28/29 TOTAL
Traffic Signal, Communication, and Software
Maintenance (Includes Preventative
Maintenance)
$500,000 $500,000 $500,000 $1,500,000
Subtotal Maintenance $500,000 $500,000 $500,000 $1,500,000
CONSTRUCTION
PROJECT FY26/27 FY27/28 FY28/29 TOTAL
Alton Pkwy TSSP $150,000 $150,000
Portola Pkwy/Santa Margarita Pkwy TSSP $225,000 $225,000 Bake Pkwy and Rockfield Blvd TSSP $360,000 $360,000
Irvine Blvd/Trabuco Rd TSSP $40,000 $40,000
Subtotal Construction $775,000 $0 $0 $775,000
OPERATIONS
PROJECT FY26/27 FY27/28 FY28/29 TOTAL
Citywide Signal Timing/Operations Monitoring $75,000 $75,000 $75,000 $225,000 Subtotal Operations $75,000 $75,000 $75,000 $225,000
$1,350,000 $575,000 $575,000 $2,500,000
3-YEAR OUTLOOK
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION
Funding Needs for Synchronized Operation (Constrained)
Reporting Jurisdiction Expenditures: City of Lake Forest Type of Traffic Signal Synchronization Expenditures in Year of Expenditure Dollars
MAINTENANCE
PROJECT FY26/27 FY27/28 FY28/29 TOTAL
Traffic Signal, Communication, and Software
Maintenance (Includes Preventative
Maintenance)
$500,000 $500,000 $500,000 $1,500,000
Subtotal Maintenance $500,000 $500,000 $500,000 $1,500,000
CONSTRUCTION
PROJECT FY26/27 FY27/28 FY28/29 TOTAL
Alton Pkwy TSSP $150,000 $150,000
Portola Pkwy/Santa Margarita Pkwy TSSP $225,000 $225,000 Bake Pkwy and Rockfield Blvd TSSP $360,000 $360,000
Irvine Blvd/Trabuco Rd TSSP $40,000 $40,000
Subtotal Construction $775,000 $0 $0 $775,000
OPERATIONS
PROJECT FY26/27 FY27/28 FY28/29 TOTAL
Citywide Signal Timing/Operations Monitoring $75,000 $75,000 $75,000 $225,000 Subtotal Operations $75,000 $75,000 $75,000 $225,000
$1,350,000 $575,000 $575,000 $2,500,000
3-YEAR OUTLOOK
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION
Funding Needs for Synchronized Operation (Constrained)
Reporting Jurisdiction Expenditures: City of Lake Forest Type of Traffic Signal Synchronization Expenditures in Year of Expenditure Dollars
MAINTENANCE
PROJECT FY26/27 FY27/28 FY28/29 TOTAL
Traffic Signal, Communication, and Software
Maintenance (Includes Preventative
Maintenance)
$500,000 $500,000 $500,000 $1,500,000
Subtotal Maintenance $500,000 $500,000 $500,000 $1,500,000
CONSTRUCTION
PROJECT FY26/27 FY27/28 FY28/29 TOTAL
Alton Pkwy TSSP $150,000 $150,000
Portola Pkwy/Santa Margarita Pkwy TSSP $225,000 $225,000 Bake Pkwy and Rockfield Blvd TSSP $360,000 $360,000
Irvine Blvd/Trabuco Rd TSSP $40,000 $40,000
Subtotal Construction $775,000 $0 $0 $775,000
OPERATIONS
PROJECT FY26/27 FY27/28 FY28/29 TOTAL
Citywide Signal Timing/Operations Monitoring $75,000 $75,000 $75,000 $225,000 Subtotal Operations $75,000 $75,000 $75,000 $225,000
$1,350,000 $575,000 $575,000 $2,500,000
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3-YEAR OUTLOOK
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION
Funding Needs for Synchronized Operation (Unconstrained) Reporting Jurisdiction Expenditures: City of Lake Forest Type of Traffic Signal Synchronization Expenditures in Year of Expenditure Dollars
MAINTENANCE
PROJECT FY26/27 FY27/28 FY28/29 TOTAL
Traffic Signal, Communication, and Software
Maintenance (Includes Preventative
Maintenance)
$500,000 $500,000 $500,000 $1,500,000
Subtotal Maintenance $500,000 $500,000 $500,000 $1,500,000 CONSTRUCTION (City’s share of costs)
PROJECT FY26/27 FY27/28 FY28/29 TOTAL
Alton Pkwy TSSP $150,000 $150,000
Portola Pkwy/Santa Margarita Pkwy TSSP $225,000 $225,000 Bake Pkwy and Rockfield Blvd TSSP $360,000 $360,000
Irvine Blvd/Trabuco Rd TSSP $40,000 $40,000
El Toro Rd TSSP $325,000 $325,000
(please see table on next page for details)
Subtotal Construction $775,000 $0 $325,000 $1,100,000
OPERATIONS
PROJECT FY26/27 FY27/28 FY28/29 TOTAL
Citywide Signal Timing/Operations Monitoring $90,000 $90,000 $90,000 $270,000 Subtotal Operations $90,000 $90,000 $90,000 $270,000
$1,365,000 $590,000 $915,000 $2,870,000
3-YEAR OUTLOOK
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION
Funding Needs for Synchronized Operation (Unconstrained) Reporting Jurisdiction Expenditures: City of Lake Forest Type of Traffic Signal Synchronization Expenditures in Year of Expenditure Dollars
MAINTENANCE
PROJECT FY26/27 FY27/28 FY28/29 TOTAL
Traffic Signal, Communication, and Software
Maintenance (Includes Preventative
Maintenance)
$500,000 $500,000 $500,000 $1,500,000
Subtotal Maintenance $500,000 $500,000 $500,000 $1,500,000 CONSTRUCTION (City’s share of costs)
PROJECT FY26/27 FY27/28 FY28/29 TOTAL
Alton Pkwy TSSP $150,000 $150,000
Portola Pkwy/Santa Margarita Pkwy TSSP $225,000 $225,000 Bake Pkwy and Rockfield Blvd TSSP $360,000 $360,000
Irvine Blvd/Trabuco Rd TSSP $40,000 $40,000
El Toro Rd TSSP $325,000 $325,000
(please see table on next page for details)
Subtotal Construction $775,000 $0 $325,000 $1,100,000
OPERATIONS
PROJECT FY26/27 FY27/28 FY28/29 TOTAL
Citywide Signal Timing/Operations Monitoring $90,000 $90,000 $90,000 $270,000 Subtotal Operations $90,000 $90,000 $90,000 $270,000
$1,365,000 $590,000 $915,000 $2,870,000
3-YEAR OUTLOOK
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION
Funding Needs for Synchronized Operation (Unconstrained) Reporting Jurisdiction Expenditures: City of Lake Forest Type of Traffic Signal Synchronization Expenditures in Year of Expenditure Dollars
MAINTENANCE
PROJECT FY26/27 FY27/28 FY28/29 TOTAL
Traffic Signal, Communication, and Software
Maintenance (Includes Preventative
Maintenance)
$500,000 $500,000 $500,000 $1,500,000
Subtotal Maintenance $500,000 $500,000 $500,000 $1,500,000 CONSTRUCTION (City’s share of costs)
PROJECT FY26/27 FY27/28 FY28/29 TOTAL
Alton Pkwy TSSP $150,000 $150,000
Portola Pkwy/Santa Margarita Pkwy TSSP $225,000 $225,000 Bake Pkwy and Rockfield Blvd TSSP $360,000 $360,000
Irvine Blvd/Trabuco Rd TSSP $40,000 $40,000
El Toro Rd TSSP $325,000 $325,000
(please see table on next page for details)
Subtotal Construction $775,000 $0 $325,000 $1,100,000
OPERATIONS
PROJECT FY26/27 FY27/28 FY28/29 TOTAL
Citywide Signal Timing/Operations Monitoring $90,000 $90,000 $90,000 $270,000 Subtotal Operations $90,000 $90,000 $90,000 $270,000
$1,365,000 $590,000 $915,000 $2,870,000
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LSSP IMPLEMENTATION – CANDIDATE SIGNAL
SYNCHRONIZATION PROJECTS WITH ESTIMATED COSTS
Reporting Jurisdiction Expenditures: City of Lake Forest Following are corridor improvements, with a summary description and cost, which are considered candidate project s that the City of Lake Forest desires to pursue upon available funding:
CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENT SUMMARY ESTIMATED
COST
Muirlands Boulevard:
Bake Parkway to
Los Alisos Boulevard
Upgrade communication equipment and controllers, install automated traffic signal performance measures (ATSPM), install video detection system (VDS), install advanced traffic management systems (ATMS), install signal interconnect facilities, install pull boxes and appurtenances, prepare and install timing programs, provide maintenance and support, prepare before and after studies, etc. $650,000.00
Jeronimo Road:
Bake Parkway to
Los Alisos Boulevard
Upgrade communication equipment and controllers, in stall automated traffic signal performance measures (ATSPM), install video detection system (VDS), install advanced traffic management systems (ATMS), install signal interconnect facilities, install pull boxes and appurtenances, prepare and install timing programs, provide maintenance and support, prepare before and after studies, etc. $487,500.00
El Toro Road:
Bridger Road to
SR 241
Upgrade communication equipment and controllers, install automated traffic signal performance measures (ATSPM), install vide o detection system (VDS), install advanced traffic management systems (ATMS), prepare and install timing programs, provide maintenance and support, prepare before and after studies, etc.
$1,625,000.00
Glenn Ranch Road:
Portola Parkway to
El Toro Road
Upgrade communication equipment and controllers, install automated traffic signal performance measures (ATSPM), install video detection system (VDS), install advanced traffic management systems (ATMS), install signal interconnect facilities, install pull boxes and appurtenances, prepare and install timing programs, provide maintenance and support, prepare before and after studies, etc. $325,000.00
Toledo Way:
Bake Parkway to
El Toro Road
Upgrade communication equipment and controllers, install automated traffic signal performance measures (ATSPM), install video detection system (VDS), install advanced traffic management systems (ATMS), install signal interconnect facilities, install pull boxes and appurtenances, prepare and install timing programs, provide maintenance and support, prepare before and after studies, etc. $325,000.00
Ridge Route Drive:
Rockfield Boulevard to
Trabuco Road
Upgrade communication equipment and controllers, replace existing cabinets with P44 cabinets, install automated traffic signal performance measures (ATSPM), install video detection system (VDS), install advanced traffic management systems (ATMS), i nstall signal interconnect facilities, install pull boxes and appurtenances, prepare and install timing programs, provide maintenance an d support, prepare before and after studies, etc.
$650,000.00
Total Estimated Cost: $4,062,500.00
LSSP IMPLEMENTATION – CANDIDATE SIGNAL
SYNCHRONIZATION PROJECTS WITH ESTIMATED COSTS
Reporting Jurisdiction Expenditures: City of Lake Forest Following are corridor improvements, with a summary description and cost, which are considered candidate project s that the City of Lake Forest desires to pursue upon available funding:
CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENT SUMMARY ESTIMATED
COST
Muirlands Boulevard:
Bake Parkway to
Los Alisos Boulevard
Upgrade communication equipment and controllers, install automated traffic signal performance measures (ATSPM), install video detection system (VDS), install advanced traffic management systems (ATMS), install signal interconnect facilities, install pull boxes and appurtenances, prepare and install timing programs, provide maintenance and support, prepare before and after studies, etc. $650,000.00
Jeronimo Road:
Bake Parkway to
Los Alisos Boulevard
Upgrade communication equipment and controllers, in stall automated traffic signal performance measures (ATSPM), install video detection system (VDS), install advanced traffic management systems (ATMS), install signal interconnect facilities, install pull boxes and appurtenances, prepare and install timing programs, provide maintenance and support, prepare before and after studies, etc. $487,500.00
El Toro Road:
Bridger Road to
SR 241
Upgrade communication equipment and controllers, install automated traffic signal performance measures (ATSPM), install vide o detection system (VDS), install advanced traffic management systems (ATMS), prepare and install timing programs, provide maintenance and support, prepare before and after studies, etc.
$1,625,000.00
Glenn Ranch Road:
Portola Parkway to
El Toro Road
Upgrade communication equipment and controllers, install automated traffic signal performance measures (ATSPM), install video detection system (VDS), install advanced traffic management systems (ATMS), install signal interconnect facilities, install pull boxes and appurtenances, prepare and install timing programs, provide maintenance and support, prepare before and after studies, etc. $325,000.00
Toledo Way:
Bake Parkway to
El Toro Road
Upgrade communication equipment and controllers, install automated traffic signal performance measures (ATSPM), install video detection system (VDS), install advanced traffic management systems (ATMS), install signal interconnect facilities, install pull boxes and appurtenances, prepare and install timing programs, provide maintenance and support, prepare before and after studies, etc. $325,000.00
Ridge Route Drive:
Rockfield Boulevard to
Trabuco Road
Upgrade communication equipment and controllers, replace existing cabinets with P44 cabinets, install automated traffic signal performance measures (ATSPM), install video detection system (VDS), install advanced traffic management systems (ATMS), i nstall signal interconnect facilities, install pull boxes and appurtenances, prepare and install timing programs, provide maintenance an d support, prepare before and after studies, etc.
$650,000.00
Total Estimated Cost: $4,062,500.00
LSSP IMPLEMENTATION – CANDIDATE SIGNAL
SYNCHRONIZATION PROJECTS WITH ESTIMATED COSTS
Reporting Jurisdiction Expenditures: City of Lake Forest Following are corridor improvements, with a summary description and cost, which are considered candidate project s that the City of Lake Forest desires to pursue upon available funding:
CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENT SUMMARY ESTIMATED
COST
Muirlands Boulevard:
Bake Parkway to
Los Alisos Boulevard
Upgrade communication equipment and controllers, install automated traffic signal performance measures (ATSPM), install video detection system (VDS), install advanced traffic management systems (ATMS), install signal interconnect facilities, install pull boxes and appurtenances, prepare and install timing programs, provide maintenance and support, prepare before and after studies, etc. $650,000.00
Jeronimo Road:
Bake Parkway to
Los Alisos Boulevard
Upgrade communication equipment and controllers, in stall automated traffic signal performance measures (ATSPM), install video detection system (VDS), install advanced traffic management systems (ATMS), install signal interconnect facilities, install pull boxes and appurtenances, prepare and install timing programs, provide maintenance and support, prepare before and after studies, etc. $487,500.00
El Toro Road:
Bridger Road to
SR 241
Upgrade communication equipment and controllers, install automated traffic signal performance measures (ATSPM), install vide o detection system (VDS), install advanced traffic management systems (ATMS), prepare and install timing programs, provide maintenance and support, prepare before and after studies, etc.
$1,625,000.00
Glenn Ranch Road:
Portola Parkway to
El Toro Road
Upgrade communication equipment and controllers, install automated traffic signal performance measures (ATSPM), install video detection system (VDS), install advanced traffic management systems (ATMS), install signal interconnect facilities, install pull boxes and appurtenances, prepare and install timing programs, provide maintenance and support, prepare before and after studies, etc. $325,000.00
Toledo Way:
Bake Parkway to
El Toro Road
Upgrade communication equipment and controllers, install automated traffic signal performance measures (ATSPM), install video detection system (VDS), install advanced traffic management systems (ATMS), install signal interconnect facilities, install pull boxes and appurtenances, prepare and install timing programs, provide maintenance and support, prepare before and after studies, etc. $325,000.00
Ridge Route Drive:
Rockfield Boulevard to
Trabuco Road
Upgrade communication equipment and controllers, replace existing cabinets with P44 cabinets, install automated traffic signal performance measures (ATSPM), install video detection system (VDS), install advanced traffic management systems (ATMS), i nstall signal interconnect facilities, install pull boxes and appurtenances, prepare and install timing programs, provide maintenance an d support, prepare before and after studies, etc.
$650,000.00
Total Estimated Cost: $4,062,500.00
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SECTION FIVE
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION ASSESSMENT
REVIEW AND REVISE, AS NECESSARY,
THE TIMING OF TRAFFIC SIGNALS
Significant timing plan updates and projects
completed FY 2023/2024 through 2025/2026
(Periodic refinements performed as part of
routine monthly reviews are not included)
SECTION FIVE
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION ASSESSMENT
REVIEW AND REVISE, AS NECESSARY,
THE TIMING OF TRAFFIC SIGNALS
Significant timing plan updates and projects
completed FY 2023/2024 through 2025/2026
(Periodic refinements performed as part of
routine monthly reviews are not included)
SECTION FIVE
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION ASSESSMENT
REVIEW AND REVISE, AS NECESSARY,
THE TIMING OF TRAFFIC SIGNALS
Significant timing plan updates and projects
completed FY 2023/2024 through 2025/2026
(Periodic refinements performed as part of
routine monthly reviews are not included)
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Corridor Assessment
The 2026 Corridor Synchronization Performance Index (CSPI) map for the City of Lake Forest corridors shows the following signal synchronization results below.
These were compiled with 2023 CSPI data provided by OCTA and with completed and ongoing Traffic Signal Synchronization Projects.
Bake Parkway Tier I (More than 80) CSPI - Very Good
Barranca Parkway/Muirlands Blvd Tier IV (50 – 60) CSPI - Below Average El Toro Road Tier I (More than 80) CSPI - Very Good
Jeronimo Road Tier IV (50 – 60) CSPI - Below Average
Lake Forest Drive Tier I (More than 80) CSPI - Very Good Los Alisos Boulevard Tier I (More than 80) CSPI - Very Good Portola Parkway/Santa Margarita Pkwy Tier II (70.01 – 80) CSPI – Good Trabuco Road Tier III (60.01 – 70) CSPI - Average
Specific Corridor Project Assessment
The City of Lake Forest between July 2020 and June 2026 participated in three (3) ‘completed’ Traffic Signal Synchronization Projects, in cooperation with our neighboring cities. And there is one (1) ‘ongoing’ Traffic Signal Synchronization Project with preliminary CSPI results.
The four (4) corridors with specific CSPI results include the following:
El Toro Road: Before After
CSPI score for this corridor (average for PM) 84.0 95.5 Los Alisos Boulevard: Before After
CSPI score for this corridor (average for PM) 76.9 82.5 Lake Forest Drive: Before After
CSPI score for this corridor (average for PM) 75.0 91.0 Portola Parkway/Santa Margarita Parkway: Before After
CSPI score for this corridor (average for PM) 66.0 80.0
Corridor Assessment
The 2026 Corridor Synchronization Performance Index (CSPI) map for the City of Lake Forest corridors shows the following signal synchronization results below.
These were compiled with 2023 CSPI data provided by OCTA and with completed and ongoing Traffic Signal Synchronization Projects.
Bake Parkway Tier I (More than 80) CSPI - Very Good
Barranca Parkway/Muirlands Blvd Tier IV (50 – 60) CSPI - Below Average El Toro Road Tier I (More than 80) CSPI - Very Good
Jeronimo Road Tier IV (50 – 60) CSPI - Below Average
Lake Forest Drive Tier I (More than 80) CSPI - Very Good Los Alisos Boulevard Tier I (More than 80) CSPI - Very Good Portola Parkway/Santa Margarita Pkwy Tier II (70.01 – 80) CSPI – Good Trabuco Road Tier III (60.01 – 70) CSPI - Average
Specific Corridor Project Assessment
The City of Lake Forest between July 2020 and June 2026 participated in three (3) ‘completed’ Traffic Signal Synchronization Projects, in cooperation with our neighboring cities. And there is one (1) ‘ongoing’ Traffic Signal Synchronization Project with preliminary CSPI results.
The four (4) corridors with specific CSPI results include the following:
El Toro Road: Before After
CSPI score for this corridor (average for PM) 84.0 95.5 Los Alisos Boulevard: Before After
CSPI score for this corridor (average for PM) 76.9 82.5 Lake Forest Drive: Before After
CSPI score for this corridor (average for PM) 75.0 91.0 Portola Parkway/Santa Margarita Parkway: Before After
CSPI score for this corridor (average for PM) 66.0 80.0
Corridor Assessment
The 2026 Corridor Synchronization Performance Index (CSPI) map for the City of Lake Forest corridors shows the following signal synchronization results below.
These were compiled with 2023 CSPI data provided by OCTA and with completed and ongoing Traffic Signal Synchronization Projects.
Bake Parkway Tier I (More than 80) CSPI - Very Good
Barranca Parkway/Muirlands Blvd Tier IV (50 – 60) CSPI - Below Average El Toro Road Tier I (More than 80) CSPI - Very Good
Jeronimo Road Tier IV (50 – 60) CSPI - Below Average
Lake Forest Drive Tier I (More than 80) CSPI - Very Good Los Alisos Boulevard Tier I (More than 80) CSPI - Very Good Portola Parkway/Santa Margarita Pkwy Tier II (70.01 – 80) CSPI – Good Trabuco Road Tier III (60.01 – 70) CSPI - Average
Specific Corridor Project Assessment
The City of Lake Forest between July 2020 and June 2026 participated in three (3) ‘completed’ Traffic Signal Synchronization Projects, in cooperation with our neighboring cities. And there is one (1) ‘ongoing’ Traffic Signal Synchronization Project with preliminary CSPI results.
The four (4) corridors with specific CSPI results include the following:
El Toro Road: Before After
CSPI score for this corridor (average for PM) 84.0 95.5 Los Alisos Boulevard: Before After
CSPI score for this corridor (average for PM) 76.9 82.5 Lake Forest Drive: Before After
CSPI score for this corridor (average for PM) 75.0 91.0 Portola Parkway/Santa Margarita Parkway: Before After
CSPI score for this corridor (average for PM) 66.0 80.0 Item: 6
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The El Toro Road CSPI After score represents very good synchronization (Tier I).
The Los Alisos Bo ulevard CSPI After score represent s very good synchronization (Tier I).
The Lake Forest Drive CSPI After score represents very good synchronization (Tier I).
The Portola Parkway/Santa Margarita Parkway CSPI After score represents good synchronization (Tier II).
The implemented synchronized corridors now effectively move vehicles between and among the City of Lake Forest and its adjacent jurisdictions with minimum stops and delays (and improved CSPI results) . Not only did the corridors benefit through overall synchronization, they were also improved with traffic signal and interconnect equipment upgrades allowing for signal timing efficiencies and optimization of operations . The overall corridor results are tabulated in Table 5 (next page). Table 6 (following) presents the timing revisions information in the requested tabular format.
Priorities, Approach, and System Plan
It is important to note that the City has implemented and maintained corridor -based signal coordination timing through daily traffic signal operations and consultant support services. These on -going services include the Centracs traffic signal management system collecting data on a 24/7 basi s, as well as the daily review/monitoring of the collected data via Centracs, especially looking at detector and communication events. These events are immediately forwarded to the City’s traffic signal maintenance company for trouble-shooting and repair.
The City strives to move traffic regionally in a safe manner along our corridors, reducing commuter travel times and stops, while minimizing side -street delays that serve our citizens. These support services include daily review of all coordination timing with every city arterial driven bi -monthly. Through these support services, the City assures that the signal timing is maintained on a daily basis, and is periodically evaluated and fine-tuned in response to changing traffic volumes and patterns. The review of other consultants’ signal synchronization timing is also included when applicable.
The City’s traffic signal system plan includes upgrades to intersections that are currently being run by older controllers that are over fifteen (15 ) years ol d and no longer manufactured to the latest Advanced Transportation Controller (ATC) type controllers. The City does desire to continue participating in future Regional Master Plan corridor projects.
The El Toro Road CSPI After score represents very good synchronization (Tier I).
The Los Alisos Bo ulevard CSPI After score represent s very good synchronization (Tier I).
The Lake Forest Drive CSPI After score represents very good synchronization (Tier I).
The Portola Parkway/Santa Margarita Parkway CSPI After score represents good synchronization (Tier II).
The implemented synchronized corridors now effectively move vehicles between and among the City of Lake Forest and its adjacent jurisdictions with minimum stops and delays (and improved CSPI results) . Not only did the corridors benefit through overall synchronization, they were also improved with traffic signal and interconnect equipment upgrades allowing for signal timing efficiencies and optimization of operations . The overall corridor results are tabulated in Table 5 (next page). Table 6 (following) presents the timing revisions information in the requested tabular format.
Priorities, Approach, and System Plan
It is important to note that the City has implemented and maintained corridor -based signal coordination timing through daily traffic signal operations and consultant support services. These on -going services include the Centracs traffic signal management system collecting data on a 24/7 basi s, as well as the daily review/monitoring of the collected data via Centracs, especially looking at detector and communication events. These events are immediately forwarded to the City’s traffic signal maintenance company for trouble-shooting and repair.
The City strives to move traffic regionally in a safe manner along our corridors, reducing commuter travel times and stops, while minimizing side -street delays that serve our citizens. These support services include daily review of all coordination timing with every city arterial driven bi -monthly. Through these support services, the City assures that the signal timing is maintained on a daily basis, and is periodically evaluated and fine-tuned in response to changing traffic volumes and patterns. The review of other consultants’ signal synchronization timing is also included when applicable.
The City’s traffic signal system plan includes upgrades to intersections that are currently being run by older controllers that are over fifteen (15 ) years ol d and no longer manufactured to the latest Advanced Transportation Controller (ATC) type controllers. The City does desire to continue participating in future Regional Master Plan corridor projects.
The El Toro Road CSPI After score represents very good synchronization (Tier I).
The Los Alisos Bo ulevard CSPI After score represent s very good synchronization (Tier I).
The Lake Forest Drive CSPI After score represents very good synchronization (Tier I).
The Portola Parkway/Santa Margarita Parkway CSPI After score represents good synchronization (Tier II).
The implemented synchronized corridors now effectively move vehicles between and among the City of Lake Forest and its adjacent jurisdictions with minimum stops and delays (and improved CSPI results) . Not only did the corridors benefit through overall synchronization, they were also improved with traffic signal and interconnect equipment upgrades allowing for signal timing efficiencies and optimization of operations . The overall corridor results are tabulated in Table 5 (next page). Table 6 (following) presents the timing revisions information in the requested tabular format.
Priorities, Approach, and System Plan
It is important to note that the City has implemented and maintained corridor -based signal coordination timing through daily traffic signal operations and consultant support services. These on -going services include the Centracs traffic signal management system collecting data on a 24/7 basi s, as well as the daily review/monitoring of the collected data via Centracs, especially looking at detector and communication events. These events are immediately forwarded to the City’s traffic signal maintenance company for trouble-shooting and repair.
The City strives to move traffic regionally in a safe manner along our corridors, reducing commuter travel times and stops, while minimizing side -street delays that serve our citizens. These support services include daily review of all coordination timing with every city arterial driven bi -monthly. Through these support services, the City assures that the signal timing is maintained on a daily basis, and is periodically evaluated and fine-tuned in response to changing traffic volumes and patterns. The review of other consultants’ signal synchronization timing is also included when applicable.
The City’s traffic signal system plan includes upgrades to intersections that are currently being run by older controllers that are over fifteen (15 ) years ol d and no longer manufactured to the latest Advanced Transportation Controller (ATC) type controllers. The City does desire to continue participating in future Regional Master Plan corridor projects.
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TABLE 5
REGIONAL TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION ASSESSMENT, REVIEW, & REVISIONS
LOCAL AGENCY
CORRIDOR
TIMING
REVIEWED
(Past 3 Years)
DID TIMING
REQUIRE
AN UPDATE?
TIMING UPDATE RESULTS (if available)
Speed Travel Stops per mile Greens per red CSPI Score*
Before After Before After Before After Before After
El Toro Road Yes No 27.2
(PM)
31.7 (PM)
0.85 (PM)
0.95 (PM)
3.3 (PM)
3.95 (PM)
84.0 (PM)
95.5 (PM)
Los Alisos Boulevard Yes No 29.5
(PM)
30.8 (PM)
0.95 (PM)
0.9 (PM)
2.15 (PM)
2.55 (PM)
76.9 (PM)
82.5 (PM)
Lake Forest Drive Yes Yes 26.1
(PM)
28.9 (PM)
1.05 (PM)
0.85 (PM)
3.75 (PM)
4.85 (PM)
75.0 (PM)
91.0 (PM)
Portola Parkway /
Santa Margarita Parkway Yes Yes 25.5
(PM)
28.2 (PM)
1.35 (PM)
1.1 (PM)
3.1 (PM)
3.8 (PM)
66.0 (PM)
80.0 (PM)
Alton Parkway Currently
Underway
Data Not Yet
Available
Bake Parkway Currently
Underway
Data Not Yet
Available
Rockfield Boulevard Currently
Underway
Data Not Yet
Available
Trabuco Road Currently
Underway
Data Not Yet
Available
TABLE 5
REGIONAL TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION ASSESSMENT, REVIEW, & REVISIONS
LOCAL AGENCY
CORRIDOR
TIMING
REVIEWED
(Past 3 Years)
DID TIMING
REQUIRE
AN UPDATE?
TIMING UPDATE RESULTS (if available)
Speed Travel Stops per mile Greens per red CSPI Score*
Before After Before After Before After Before After
El Toro Road Yes No 27.2
(PM)
31.7 (PM)
0.85 (PM)
0.95 (PM)
3.3 (PM)
3.95 (PM)
84.0 (PM)
95.5 (PM)
Los Alisos Boulevard Yes No 29.5
(PM)
30.8 (PM)
0.95 (PM)
0.9 (PM)
2.15 (PM)
2.55 (PM)
76.9 (PM)
82.5 (PM)
Lake Forest Drive Yes Yes 26.1
(PM)
28.9 (PM)
1.05 (PM)
0.85 (PM)
3.75 (PM)
4.85 (PM)
75.0 (PM)
91.0 (PM)
Portola Parkway /
Santa Margarita Parkway Yes Yes 25.5
(PM)
28.2 (PM)
1.35 (PM)
1.1 (PM)
3.1 (PM)
3.8 (PM)
66.0 (PM)
80.0 (PM)
Alton Parkway Currently
Underway
Data Not Yet
Available
Bake Parkway Currently
Underway
Data Not Yet
Available
Rockfield Boulevard Currently
Underway
Data Not Yet
Available
Trabuco Road Currently
Underway
Data Not Yet
Available
TABLE 5
REGIONAL TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION ASSESSMENT, REVIEW, & REVISIONS
LOCAL AGENCY
CORRIDOR
TIMING
REVIEWED
(Past 3 Years)
DID TIMING
REQUIRE
AN UPDATE?
TIMING UPDATE RESULTS (if available)
Speed Travel Stops per mile Greens per red CSPI Score*
Before After Before After Before After Before After
El Toro Road Yes No 27.2
(PM)
31.7 (PM)
0.85 (PM)
0.95 (PM)
3.3 (PM)
3.95 (PM)
84.0 (PM)
95.5 (PM)
Los Alisos Boulevard Yes No 29.5
(PM)
30.8 (PM)
0.95 (PM)
0.9 (PM)
2.15 (PM)
2.55 (PM)
76.9 (PM)
82.5 (PM)
Lake Forest Drive Yes Yes 26.1
(PM)
28.9 (PM)
1.05 (PM)
0.85 (PM)
3.75 (PM)
4.85 (PM)
75.0 (PM)
91.0 (PM)
Portola Parkway /
Santa Margarita Parkway Yes Yes 25.5
(PM)
28.2 (PM)
1.35 (PM)
1.1 (PM)
3.1 (PM)
3.8 (PM)
66.0 (PM)
80.0 (PM)
Alton Parkway Currently
Underway
Data Not Yet
Available
Bake Parkway Currently
Underway
Data Not Yet
Available
Rockfield Boulevard Currently
Underway
Data Not Yet
Available
Trabuco Road Currently
Underway
Data Not Yet
Available
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TABLE 6
SIGNAL TIMING REVISIONS
PROJECT CORRIDOR CROSS STREET CYCLE LENGTH (Before/After) Muirlands Boulevard Timing was reviewed.
No significant changes warranted.
Jeronimo Road Timing was reviewed.
No significant changes warranted.
Glenn Ranch Road Timing was reviewed.
No significant changes warranted.
Toledo Way Timing was reviewed.
No significant changes warranted.
Ridge Route Drive Timing was reviewed.
No significant changes warranted.
TABLE 6
SIGNAL TIMING REVISIONS
PROJECT CORRIDOR CROSS STREET CYCLE LENGTH (Before/After) Muirlands Boulevard Timing was reviewed.
No significant changes warranted.
Jeronimo Road Timing was reviewed.
No significant changes warranted.
Glenn Ranch Road Timing was reviewed.
No significant changes warranted.
Toledo Way Timing was reviewed.
No significant changes warranted.
Ridge Route Drive Timing was reviewed.
No significant changes warranted.
TABLE 6
SIGNAL TIMING REVISIONS
PROJECT CORRIDOR CROSS STREET CYCLE LENGTH (Before/After) Muirlands Boulevard Timing was reviewed.
No significant changes warranted.
Jeronimo Road Timing was reviewed.
No significant changes warranted.
Glenn Ranch Road Timing was reviewed.
No significant changes warranted.
Toledo Way Timing was reviewed.
No significant changes warranted.
Ridge Route Drive Timing was reviewed.
No significant changes warranted.
Item: 6
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91 ATTACHMENT A
EL TORO ROAD
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PROJECT
CORRIDOR SYNCHRONIZATION PERFORMANCE INDEX (CSPI)
RESULTS
Item: 6
92 Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA)
El Toro Road Traffic Signal Synchronization Project January 2020 | Page 23
Table 15: CSPI Summary “Before” and “After” Conditions
Peak
Period
EB/
WB
Performance Measures
Average Speed Greens Per
Red Stops Per Mile CSPI
Before After
Before After Before After
Before After
Percentage
Change
(mph) (mph) Score Tier Score Tier
AM Peak
EB 28.6 30.6 3.5 3.2 0.8 0.8 88.1 Tier I 88.4 Tier I 0% WB 25.6 34.0 2.3 4.6 1.0 0.7 71.7 Tier II 105.2 Tier I 47% Midday
Peak
EB 30.5 34.0 3.6 4.6 0.8 0.7 92.1 Tier I 105.0 Tier I 14% WB 31.9 34.0 3.8 4.9 0.7 0.7 93.9 Tier I 108.0 Tier I 15% PM Peak
EB 28.3 34.0 4.2 4.7 0.7 0.7 94.1 Tier I 104.7 Tier I 11% WB 26.1 29.4 2.4 3.2 1.0 0.8 73.8 Tier II 86.3 Tier I 17% Weekend
Peak
EB 28.1 34.0 3.6 5.0 0.8 0.7 88.0 Tier I 109.0 Tier I 24% WB 29.1 34.0 4.0 4.9 0.7 0.7 93.5 Tier I 108.2 Tier I 16% As shown in Table 15, the CSPI score improved for all peak periods and direction of travel after implementation of new signal timing plans. All After Condition CSPI scores are above 80, which indicates very good progression. The CSPI score during the Midday and Weekend pe aks improved dramatically despite already operating with very good progression prior to this project. The eastbound direction during the weekend peak period has the maximum possible CSPI score and the westbound direction during the weekend peak and westbou nd direction during the Midday peak are within one point of the maximum possible CSPI score.
Item: 6
93 ATTACHMENT B
LOS ALISOS BOULEVARD
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PROJECT
CORRIDOR SYNCHRONIZATION PERFORMANCE INDEX (CSPI)
RESULTS
Item: 6
94 Los Alisos Boulevard Route Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Program Draft Final Report
26 June 2021
5.4 CSPI Comparison
OCTA developed the Corridor Synchronization Performance Index (CSPI) to compare and prioritize corridors having different characteristics for signal synchronization. The index is obtained from data recorded during 'floating c ar' runs. A corridor is scored based on recorded travel parameters including average speed, number of greens made vs . number of reds stopped, and stops per mile.
The sum of the scores from each of the categories gives the to tal of the index . A 70 is considered the baseline for good operational performance. CSPI value ranging between 50 to 69 indicates a problem generally fixable with low-cost solutions or signal timing modification . A CSPI below 50 however, indicates a poor corridor performance thereby necessitating larger scale investigation into corridor operations. Table 5.3 provides the CSPI for 'Before' and 'After' conditions for AM, Midday, PM and Weekend Peak periods.
Table 5.3 - Before - After Study CSPI Comparison for Peak Periods
From Table 5.3, it is evident that the CSPI score improved for both directions during all peak periods after implementation of the new timing plans at the intersections along Los Alisos Boulevard Route.
All scenarios resulted in CSPI Tier I.
5.5 Fuel Consumption and Emissions
Additional MOEs analyzed were fuel consumption and emission production. These parameters were calculated using three different methodologies via add-on modules to Tru-Traffic software.
Item: 6
95 ATTACHMENT C
LAKE FOREST DRIVE
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PROJECT
CORRIDOR SYNCHRONIZATION PERFORMANCE INDEX (CSPI)
RESULTS
Item: 6
96 Corridor:Lake Forest Drive RTSSP
Limits:Hidden Canyon/Romano to Portola Parkway
# of Signalized Intersections:28
Total Distance:7.0 mi
EB WB EB WB EB WB EB WB EB WB EB WB EB WB EB WB
Travel Time (min)16.8 16.4 13.0 13.4 16.2 16.2 15.1 13.7 14.5 14.7 11.6 12.3 14.8 14.5 12.0 11.2 Number of Stops 7.4 9.0 7.4 9.0 6.6 8.6 9.2 8.8 6.2 6.8 5.4 6.0 6.2 5.4 5.6 5.4 Corridor Average Speed
(mph) 25.1 25.8 32.5 31.5 26.1 26.1 28.0 31.0 29.1 28.8 36.4 34.5 28.6 29.1 35.3 37.9 Greens per Red 3.8 3.1 3.8 3.1 4.2 3.3 3.0 3.2 4.5 4.1 5.2 4.7 4.5 5.2 5.0 5.2 Stops per Mile 1.1 1.3 1.1 1.3 0.9 1.2 1.3 1.2 0.9 1.0 0.8 0.9 0.9 0.8 0.8 0.8
EB WB EB WB EB WB EB WB EB WB EB WB EB WB EB WB
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PORTOLA PARKWAY/SANTA MARGARITA PARKWAY
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PROJECT
CORRIDOR SYNCHRONIZATION PERFORMANCE INDEX (CSPI)
RESULTS
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99 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: 06/16/2026
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
SUBJECT:
PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANT CONTRACT AWARDS FOR MUNICIPAL
ENGINEERING SERVICES
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):
1. Award a Professional Consultant Services Agreement in the amount of $3,000,000 to Ardurra Group, Inc. ("Ardurra"), of Newport Beach, California, to provide municipal engineering/staff augmentation services.
2. Authorize the Mayor to sign, and the City Clerk to attest to the Professional Consultant Services Agreement with Ardurra for Municipal Engineering Services, substantially in the form attached.
3. Award a Professional Consultant Services Agreement in the amount of $300,000 to Onward Engineering ("Onward"), of Anaheim, California, to provide municipal engineering services.
4. Authorize the Mayor to sign, and the City Clerk to attest the Professional Consultant Services Agreement with Onward for Municipal Engineering Services, substantially in the form attached.
5. Award a Professional Consultant Services Agreement in the amount of $300,000 to Transtech Engineers, Inc. ("Transtech"), of Chino, California, to provide municipal engineering services.
6. Authorize the Mayor to sign, and the City Clerk to attest the Professional Consultant Services Agreement with Transtech for Municipal Engineering Services, substantially in the form attached.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Public Works Department uses consultants to provide municipal engineering services to review land use applications, plan check development plans, inspect approved land development construction, inspect approved work in the public right-of-way, and provide additional staff on an as-needed basis.
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After conducting a competitive process in accordance with the City’s Purchasing and Contracting Guidelines (“Purchasing Guidelines”), staff identified the most qualified consultants to provide municipal engineering services. Similar to other recent consultant contract awards for on-call services, staff believes awarding multiple professional services agreements provides the City with greater flexibility to request proposals on a project-to-project basis in a more efficient manner.
Awarding multiple agreements also provides backup services if the primary consultant cannot provide a requested service for a project that is time sensitive.
The attached consultant agreements would provide municipal engineering services for the next three years for a not-to-exceed amount of $3,000,000 for Ardurra (Attachment 1) and not-to-exceed amounts of $300,000 each for Onward Engineering Group (“Onward”) (Attachment 2) and Transtech Engineers, Inc (“Transtech”) (Attachment 3). Each agreement would expire June 30, 2029, with two one-year extensions at the City’s option. The funding sources for these services are reimbursable by deposits collected from applicants for private developments and encroachment permits. The City’s proposed Operating Budget includes $1,600,000 for municipal engineering services in Fiscal Year 2026-27.
The budget for municipal engineering services for Fiscal Year 2027-28 would be requested during the budget preparation process.
The proposed Agreements were prepared by the Public Works Department and approved as to form by the City Attorney. Staff recommend the City Council approve the proposed Professional Consultant Services Agreements with Ardurra, Onward, and Transtech.
BACKGROUND:
The Public Works Department utilizes municipal engineering consultants to provide public works and engineering support on an as-needed basis. This includes supplemental staff services, office support, engineering design services, and plan check and inspection of development-related projects. At this time, the greater need for support is for services that provide plan checks for tract maps, grading plans, street improvements plans, and inspections of permitted work.
Currently, there is one remaining major residential development project within the city. In the next two years, staff anticipate continuing to review development plans and construction inspection for Portola Center - The Oaks with over 80 residential units remaining. In addition, there are other commercial and residential infill projects going through the entitlement process. Staff anticipate the level of land development activities will remain high with the continuing development within the city. Ardurra Group, Inc. (“Ardurra”) currently provides municipal engineering services with Annealta Group serving as additional Item: 7
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municipal engineering firm providing support. However, these Agreements are set to expire on June 30, 2026.
DISCUSSION:
On March 9, 2026, the City Manager approved the Request for Proposals (“RFP”) for Municipal Engineering Services. Staff solicited proposals on Opengov, The City subsequently received proposals from the following six firms:
• Ardurra Group, Inc.
• Annealta Group
• Onward Engineering
• Transtech Engineers, Inc.
• Z&K Consultants, Inc.
• Mullholland Consulting, Inc.
Consistent with the City’s Purchasing Guidelines, staff assembled a Selection Committee approved by the City Manager to review the proposals and participate in the interview phase of the selection process. The Selection Committee for the Municipal Engineering Services RFP consisted of the following staff:
Public Works:
• Assistant Director of Public Works/Assistant City Engineer • Director of Public Works/City Engineer
Development Services:
• Assistant Director of Community Development
Technical Review and Interview Process
The review process is comprised of three phases: the Technical Review of written proposals, the Qualifications Interview phase, and the cost proposal evaluation. The Purchasing Guidelines require the Selection Committee to review all proposals submitted in connection with an RFP. As summarized in Table 1, five of the six firms met the criteria and were invited for a virtual interview.
Mullholland Consulting, Inc. was excluded from the technical review, as they included the cost proposal within the written proposal rather than as a separate document. Table 1 also summarizes the committee’s scores.
Table 1 – Technical Review Phase Scoring
Vendor Evaluator 1 Evaluator 2 Evaluator 3 Total Score
(Max Score 100)
Ardurra 100 91 70 87
Annealta 88 79 72.5 79.83
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Vendor Evaluator 1 Evaluator 2 Evaluator 3 Total Score
(Max Score 100)
Onward 72 65 83.5 73.5
Transtech 66 60 90 72.15
Z&K 64 61.5 78.5 68
Mullholland 0 0 0 0
Table 2 – Cost Proposal Comparison (For Scoring Purposes Only) Vendor Contract
Year 1
Contract
Year 2
Contract
Year 3
Total
Contract
Amount
Ardurra $1,553,500.00 $1,595,308.00 $1,646,164.00 $4,794,972.00 Annealta $1,309,100.00 $1,361,464.00 $1,409,114.20 $4,079,678.20 Onward $1,121,900.00 $1,146,600.00 $1,181,700.00 $3,450,200.00 Transtech $1,254,500.00 $1,289,600.00 $1,324,700.00 $3,868,800.00 Z&K $1,237,600.00 $1,262,934.40 $1,289,017.60 $3,789,552.00 The cost proposal amounts shown in Table 2 were prepared using the sample staffing assumptions included in the RFP for scoring and comparison purposes only; they do not represent the recommended contract amount.
The interview and cost evaluation phase provided the final determining factors for identifying the top-ranked firm. These steps allowed the committee to further distinguish between highly qualified firms by evaluating their proposed teams, understanding of the project, and overall value. The combined interview and cost scores for the firms are summarized in Table 3.
Table 3 – Interview and Cost Phase Scoring
Vendor Evaluator 1 Evaluator 2 Evaluator 3
Total
Score
(Max
Score
200)
Ardurra 181 183.4 157.8 174.07
Annealta 137.2 133.2 134 134.8
Onward 157.6 171.2 171.2 166.67
Transtech 148 147.2 180 158.4
Z&K 116 119.2 136 123.73
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check, encroachment inspection, storm water management, and capital project support. Ardurra also proposed a highly qualified team with relevant licensing, technical training, local agency experience, and direct familiarity with active development and public works projects in Lake Forest.
Although Ardurra’s cost proposal was higher than the other firms, the proposal was based on the sample weekly allocation of hours included in the RFP for evaluation and comparison purposes. The sample allocation allowed the City to compare firms using the same assumed staffing levels. However, the sample allocation hours were higher than the actual amount of consultant support used by the City over the past three years. Following the evaluation process, staff negotiated with Ardurra to reduce proposed hourly rates where appropriate and reviewed the City’s historical municipal engineering support costs. Based on this review, staff recommend awarding the primary agreement to Ardurra in a not-to- exceed amount of $3,000,000 for the initial three-year term, which better reflects actual City usage and anticipated needs.
The municipal engineering agreement with Ardurra would primarily support development and encroachment permit activity taking place in the city. All development and encroachment permit work is fully reimbursable to the City, and these costs are passed through to the developer or the permit holder.
Ardurra’s demonstrated performance under its current agreement also supports the recommendation. Ardurra has successfully supported plan check, development inspection, encroachment permit review, storm water-related work, and urgent field issues. Ardurra has also maintained a plan check turnaround time of 10 days or less for developer-submitted plan checks, which is important to maintain development review timelines, provide consistent service to permit holders, and support the City’s high volume of municipal engineering work.
In addition to the primary agreement with Ardurra, staff recommend awarding secondary agreements to Onward and Transtech in the not-to-exceed amount of $300,000 each for the initial three-year term. Onward and Transtech were the next highest-ranked firms following the interview and cost evaluation phase and demonstrated the qualifications, staffing capacity, and municipal engineering experience needed to support the City on an as-needed basis.
The secondary agreements would provide supplemental staffing or engineering support for public works related needs, city capital improvement projects (“CIP”), or other non-reimbursable work. This multiple consultant approach provides the City with greater flexibility in assigning time-sensitive work to consultants for a specific project or task. Staff would request task order cost proposals from all three firms for smaller design, construction management, and inspection assignments, generally for work estimated at less than $50,000. Staff would evaluate the merits of the proposed consulting staff and select the best candidate Item: 7
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based on specific qualifications, cost, and personnel best suited to provide the requested services.
This approach provides flexibility, preserves competition at the task order level, and allows the City to obtain three cost proposals without initiating a separate RFP process for each small assignment, while remaining consistent with the City’s Purchasing Guidelines. The services provided by the consultants are on a not-to-exceed, on-call basis, based on the actual needs of the City at any particular time. Therefore, the City is under no obligation to utilize the full compensation amount in any of the proposed agreements.
Reference Checks and Recommendations
Staff conducted reference checks for Ardurra (Attachment 4), Onward (Attachment 5), and Transtech (Attachment 6). In all instances, references provided favorable reviews, attesting to the engineering expertise and responsiveness of each proposer.
Based upon the technical review, interview performance, analysis of cost proposals, and reference checks, staff recommend awarding a primary agreement to Ardurra in the amount of $3,000,000 for the initial three-year term, and secondary agreements to Onward and Transtech in the amounts of $300,000 each for an initial three-year term. All three agreements would have the option of two one-year extensions.
Consistent with the City’s Purchasing Guidelines, the Public Works Department prepared the contracts and the City Attorney’s Office reviewed and approved the contract as to form. The City’s standard form agreement allows the City Manager to approve extra work up to 10% of the contract amount.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The proposed agreements provide for a three-year term with two optional one- year term extensions. Funding would consist of three sources: (1) the City’s operating budgets, (2) deposits collected from project applicants for private development and encroachment permits, and (3) the Capital Improvement Project (CIP) budget.
Sufficient funds have been included in FY26-27, the second year of the current two-year budget, and staff are anticipating similar budgetary allocations for future years of service for the recommended actions.
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ATTACHMENTS:
1. Professional Consultant Services Agreement with Ardurra Group, Inc.
2. Professional Consultant Services Agreement with Onward Engineering
3. Professional Consultant Services Agreement with Transtech Engineers, Inc.
4. Reference Check – Ardurra
5. Reference Check – Onward
6. Reference Check - Transtech
Initiated By: Douglas Erdman, Director of Public Works/City Engineer Submitted By: Douglas Erdman, Director of Public Works/City Engineer Approved By: Debra Rose, City Manager
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Attachment 1
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MUNICIPAL ENGINEERING SERVICES
(2026-054)
City of Lake Forest
100 Civic Center Dr.
Lake Forest, CA 92630
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City of Lake Forest
Professional Consultant Services Agreement
Municipal Engineering Services
I. PARTIES AND DATE. ..............................................................................
II. RECITALS. ..............................................................................................
III. TERMS...................................................................................................
IV. SIGNATURES. ........................................................................................
V. EXHIBIT "A" SCOPE OF SERVICES ...........................................................
VI. EXHIBIT "B" - SCHEDULE OF SERVICES ..................................................
VII. EXHIBIT "C" - COMPENSATION ..............................................................
VIII. EXHIBIT "D" - INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS ...........................................
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Title: Municipal Engineering Services
3 1. PARTIES AND DATE.
This Agreement is made and entered into this [***INSERT DAY***] day of [***INSERT MONTH***], [***INSERT YEAR***], by and between the City of Lake Forest, a municipal corporation, organized under the laws of the State of California, with its principal place of business at 100 Civic Center Drive, Lake Forest, California 92630 (“City”) and Ardurra Group, Inc., a Florida Corporation (Inc.) , with its principal place of business at 3737 Birch Street, Suite 250, Newport Beach, CA 92660 (“Consultant”). City and Consultant are sometimes individually referred to herein as “Party” and collectively as “Parties.”
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4 2. RECITALS.
2.1. Consultant.
Consultant desires to perform and assume responsibility for the provision of certain professional Municipal Engineering consulting services required by the City on the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. Consultant represents that it is experienced in providing professional Municipal Engineering consulting services to public clients, is licensed in the State of California, and is familiar with the plans of City.
2.2. Project.
City desires to engage Consultant to render such professional Municipal Engineering consulting services for the Municipal Engineering/ Staff Augmentation project ("Project") as set forth in this Agreement.
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5 3. TERMS.
3.1. Scope of Services and Term.
3.1.1 General Scope of Services. Consultant promises and agrees to furnish to the City all labor, materials, tools, equipment, services, and incidental and customary work necessary to fully and adequately supply the professional Municipal Engineering consulting services necessary for the Project ("Services"). The Services are more particularly described in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. All Services shall be subject to, and performed in accordance with, this Agreement, the exhibits attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, and all applicable local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations.
3.1.2 Term. The term of this Agreement shall be from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2029, unless earlier terminated as provided herein. The City shall have the unilateral option, at its sole discretion, to renew this Agreement annually for no more than two (2) additional one-year terms. Consultant shall complete the Services within the term of this Agreement, and shall meet any other established schedules and deadlines.
3.2. Responsibilities of Consultant.
3.2.1 Independent Contractor; Control and Payment of Subordinates. The Services shall be performed by Consultant or under its supervision. Consultant will determine the means, methods and details of performing the Services subject to the requirements of this Agreement. City retains Consultant on an independent contractor basis and not as an employee. Consultant retains the right to perform similar or different services for others during the term of this Agreement. Any additional personnel performing the Services under this Agreement on behalf of Consultant shall also not be employees of City and shall at all times be under Consultant's exclusive direction and control. Neither City, nor any of its officials, officers, directors, employees or agents 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 pay all wages, salaries, and other amounts due such personnel in connection with their performance of Services under this Agreement and as required by law. Consultant shall be responsible for all reports and obligations respecting such additional personnel, including, but not limited to: social security taxes, income tax withholding, unemployment insurance, disability insurance, and workers' compensation insurance.
3.2.2 Schedule of Services. Consultant shall perform the Services expeditiously, within the term of this Agreement, and in accordance with the Schedule of Services set forth in Exhibit "B" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. Consultant represents that it has the professional and technical personnel required to perform the Services in conformance with such conditions. In order to facilitate Consultant's conformance with the Schedule, City shall respond to Consultant's submittals in a timely manner. Upon request of City, Consultant shall provide a more detailed schedule of anticipated performance to meet the Schedule of Services.
3.2.3 Conformance to Applicable Requirements. All work prepared by Consultant shall be subject to the approval of City.
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6 3.2.4 Substitution of Key Personnel. Consultant has represented to City that certain key personnel will perform and coordinate the Services under this Agreement. Should one or more of such personnel become unavailable, Consultant may substitute other personnel of at least equal competence upon written approval of City. In the event that City and Consultant cannot agree as to the substitution of key personnel, City shall be entitled to terminate this Agreement for cause. As discussed below, any personnel who fail or refuse to perform the Services in a manner acceptable to the City, or who are determined by the City to be uncooperative, incompetent, a threat to the adequate or timely completion of the Project or a threat to the safety of persons or property, shall be promptly removed from the Project by the Consultant at the request of the City. The key personnel for performance of this Agreement are as follows: Mark Lewis, Project Director/Municipal Services.
3.2.5 City's Representative. The City hereby designates Debra Rose, City Manager, or his/her designee, to act as its representative in all matters pertaining to the administration and performance of this Agreement ("City's Representative"). City's Representative shall have the power to act on behalf of the City for review and approval of all products submitted by Consultant but not the authority to enlarge the Scope of Work or change the total compensation due to Consultant under this Agreement. The City Manager shall be authorized to act on City's behalf and to execute all necessary documents which enlarge the Scope of Work or change the Consultant's total compensation subject to the provisions contained in Section 3.3 of this Agreement. Consultant shall not accept direction or orders from any person other than the City Manager, City's Representative or his/her designee.
3.2.6 Consultant's Representative. Consultant hereby designates Carmen Kasner, Vice President, or his/her designee, to act as its representative for the performance of this Agreement ("Consultant's Representative"). Consultant's Representative shall have full authority to represent and act on behalf of the Consultant for all purposes under this Agreement. The Consultant's Representative shall supervise and direct the Services, using his/her best skill and attention, and shall be responsible for all means, methods, techniques, sequences, and procedures and for the satisfactory coordination of all portions of the Services under this Agreement.
3.2.7 Coordination of Services. Consultant agrees to work closely with City staff in the performance of Services and shall be available to City's staff, consultants and other staff at all reasonable times.
3.2.8 Standard of Care; Performance of Employees. Consultant shall perform all Services under this Agreement in a skillful and competent manner, consistent with the standards generally recognized as being employed by professionals in the same discipline in the State of California. Consultant represents and maintains that it is skilled in the professional calling necessary to perform the Services. Consultant warrants that all employees and subconsultants shall have sufficient skill and experience to perform the Services assigned to them. Finally, Consultant represents that it, its employees and subconsultants have all licenses, permits, qualifications and approvals of whatever nature that are legally required to perform the Services, and that such licenses and approvals shall be maintained throughout the term of this Agreement. As provided for in the indemnification provisions of this Agreement, Consultant shall perform, at its own cost and expense and without reimbursement from the City, any services necessary to correct errors or omissions which are caused by the Consultant's failure to comply with the standard of care provided for herein. Any employee of the Consultant or its sub-consultants who is determined by the City to be uncooperative, incompetent, a threat to the
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7 adequate or timely completion of the Project, a threat to the safety of persons or property, or any employee who fails or refuses to perform the Services in a manner acceptable to the City, shall be promptly removed from the Project by the Consultant and shall not be re employed to perform any of the Services or to work on the Project.
3.2.9 Laws and Regulations. Consultant shall keep itself fully informed of and in compliance with all local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations in any manner affecting the performance of the Project or the Services, including all Cal/OSHA requirements, and shall give all notices required by law. Consultant shall be liable for all violations of such laws and regulations in connection with Services. If Consultant performs any work knowing it to be contrary to such laws, rules and regulations, Consultant shall be solely responsible for all costs arising therefrom. Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold City, its officials, directors, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers free and harmless, pursuant to the indemnification provisions of this Agreement, from any claim or liability arising out of any failure or alleged failure to comply with such laws, rules or regulations.
3.2.10 Safety. Consultant shall execute and maintain its work so as to avoid injury or damage to any person or property. In carrying out its Services, the Consultant shall at all times be in compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations, and shall exercise all necessary precautions for the safety of employees appropriate to the nature of the work and the conditions under which the work is to be performed. Safety precautions, where applicable, shall include, but shall not be limited to: (A) adequate life protection and lifesaving equipment and procedures; (B) instructions in accident prevention for all employees and subconsultants, such as safe walkways, scaffolds, fall protection ladders, bridges, gang planks, confined space procedures, trenching and shoring, equipment and other safety devices, equipment and wearing apparel as are necessary or lawfully required to prevent accidents or injuries; and (C) adequate facilities for the proper inspection and maintenance of all safety measures.
3.2.11 Insurance. Consultant agrees to procure and maintain, at Consultant’s expense all insurance specified in Exhibit “D” attached hereto and by this reference incorporated herein. Consultant shall require all subconsultants to carry the same policies and limits of insurance that the Consultant is required to maintain, unless otherwise approved in writing by the City.
3.2.12 Water Quality Management and Compliance.
3.2.12.1 Storm Water Management. Storm, surface, nuisance, or other waters may be encountered at various times during the Services. Consultant hereby acknowledges that it has investigated the risk arising from such waters, and assumes any and all risks and liabilities arising therefrom.
3.2.12.2 Compliance with Water Quality Laws, Ordinances and Regulations. Consultant shall keep itself and all subcontractors, staff, and employees fully informed of and in compliance with all local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations that may impact, or be implicated by the performance of the Services including, without limitation, all applicable provisions of the City’s ordinances regulating water quality and storm water; the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. § 1251, et seq.); the California Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act (Water Code § 13000 et seq.); and any and all regulations, policies, or permits issued pursuant to any such authority. Consultant must additionally comply with the lawful requirements of the City, and any other
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8 municipality, drainage district, or other local agency with jurisdiction over the location where the Services are to be conducted, regulating water quality and storm water discharges.
3.2.12.3 Compliance with DAMP and LIP. In addition to compliance with the laws, ordinances and regulations listed in Section 3.2.12.2 of this Agreement, Consultant must comply with all applicable requirements of the Orange County Drainage Area Management Plan (“DAMP”), the City of Lake Forest Local Implementation Plan (“LIP”) and the applicable Water Quality Management Plan (“WQMP”). The DAMP contains requirements related to design and construction of public projects. Consultant must be familiar the DAMP, and the LIP and comply with the requirements as specified therein.
A copy of the DAMP is available on the internet at:
http://www.ocwatersheds.com/documents/damp/mapplan
A copy of the LIP is available on the internet at:
http://www.lakeforestca.gov/296/Local-Implementation-Plan-LIP
3.2.12.4 Standard of Care. Consultant warrants that all employees and subcontractors shall have sufficient skill and experience to perform the work assigned to them without impacting water quality in violation of the laws, regulations and policies described in Sections 3.2.12.2 and 3.2.12.3 of this Agreement. Consultant further warrants that it, its employees and subcontractors have or will receive adequate training, as determined by the City, regarding these requirements as they may relate to the Services.
3.2.12.5 Liability for Non-compliance.
(A) Indemnity: Failure to comply with laws, regulations, and ordinances listed in Sections 3.2.12.2 and 3.2.12.3 of this Agreement is a violation of federal and state law. Notwithstanding any other indemnity contained in this Agreement, Consultant agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the City, its officials, officers, agents, employees and authorized volunteers from and against any and all claims, demands, losses or liabilities of any kind or nature which the City, its officials, officers, agents, employees and authorized volunteers may sustain or incur for noncompliance with the laws, regulations, and ordinances listed above, arising out of or in connection with the Services, except for liability resulting from the sole established negligence, willful misconduct or active negligence of the City, its officials, officers, agents, employees or authorized volunteers. (B) Defense: City reserves the right to defend any enforcement action or civil action brought against the City for Consultant’s failure to comply with any applicable water quality law, regulation, or policy. Consultant hereby agrees to be bound by, and to reimburse the City for the costs associated with, any settlement reached between the City and the relevant enforcement entity. (C) Damages: City may seek damages from Consultant for delay in completing the Services caused by Consultant’s failure to comply with the laws, regulations and policies described in Sections 3.2.12.2 and 3.2.12.3 of this Agreement, or any other relevant water quality law, regulation, or policy. regulation, or policy.
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9 3.3. Fees and Payments.
3.3.1 Compensation. Consultant shall receive compensation, including authorized reimbursements, for all Services rendered under this Agreement at the rates set forth in Exhibit "C" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. The total compensation shall not exceed THREE MILLION DOLLARS ($3,000,000.00) without written approval of the City Council or City Manager as applicable. Extra Work may be authorized, as described below, and if authorized, will be compensated at the rates and manner set forth in this Agreement.
3.3.2 Payment of Compensation. Consultant shall submit to City a monthly invoice which indicates work completed and hours of Services rendered by Consultant. The invoice shall describe the amount of Services provided since the initial commencement date, or since the start of the subsequent billing periods, as appropriate, through the date of the invoice. City shall, within 30 days of receiving such invoice, review the invoice and pay all non-disputed and approved charges thereon. If the City disputes any of Consultant's fees, the City shall give written notice to Consultant within thirty (30) days of receipt of an invoice of any disputed fees set forth therein.
3.3.3 Reimbursement for Expenses. Consultant shall not be reimbursed for any expenses unless authorized in writing by City, or included in Exhibit "C" of this Agreement.
3.3.4 Extra Work. At any time during the term of this Agreement, City may request that Consultant perform Extra Work. As used herein, "Extra Work" means any work which is determined by City to be necessary for the proper completion of the Project, but which the Parties did not reasonably anticipate would be necessary at the execution of this Agreement. Consultant shall not perform, nor be compensated for, Extra Work without written authorization from the City.
3.3.5 Rate Increases. In the event that this Agreement is renewed pursuant to Section 3.1.2, the rate set forth in Exhibit “C” may be adjusted each year at the time of renewal as set forth in Exhibit “C.”
3.4. Labor Code Requirements.
3.4.1 Prevailing Wages. Consultant is aware of the requirements of California Labor Code Section 1720, et seq., and 1770, et seq., as well as California Code of Regulations, Title 8, Section 16000, et seq., ("Prevailing Wage Laws"), which require the payment of prevailing wage rates and the performance of other requirements on "public works" and "maintenance" projects. Since the Services are being performed as part of an applicable "public works" or "maintenance" project, as defined by the Prevailing Wage Laws, and if the total compensation is $1,000 or more, Consultant agrees to fully comply with such Prevailing Wage Laws. City shall provide Consultant with a copy of the prevailing rates of per diem wages in effect at the commencement of this Agreement. Consultant shall make copies of the prevailing rates of per diem wages for each craft, classification or type of worker needed to execute the Services available to interested parties upon request, and shall post copies at the Consultant's principal place of business and at the project site. It is the intent of the parties to effectuate the requirements of sections 1771, 1774, 1775, 1776, 1777.5, 1813, and 1815 of the Labor Code within this Agreement, and Consultant shall therefore comply with such Labor Code sections to the fullest extent required by law. Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold the City, its officials, officers, employees,
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10 agents, and volunteers free and harmless from any claim or liability arising out of any failure or alleged failure to comply with the Prevailing Wage Laws.
3.4.2 Registration. If the Services are being performed as part of an applicable “public works” or “maintenance” project, in addition to the foregoing, then pursuant to Labor Code sections 1725.5 and 1771.1, the Consultant and all subconsultants must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations (“DIR”). Consultant shall maintain registration for the duration of the project and require the same of any subconsultants. This project may also be subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the DIR. It shall be Contractor’s sole responsibility to comply with all applicable registration and labor compliance requirements, including the submission of payroll records directly to the DIR.
3.5. Accounting Records.
3.5.1 Maintenance and Inspection. Consultant shall maintain complete and accurate records with respect to all costs and expenses incurred under this Agreement. All such records shall be clearly identifiable. Consultant shall allow a representative of City during normal business hours to examine, audit, and make transcripts or copies of such records and any other documents created pursuant to this Agreement. Consultant shall allow inspection of all work, data, documents, proceedings, and activities related to the Agreement for a period of three (3) years from the date of final payment under this Agreement.
3.6. General Provisions.
3.6.1 Termination of Agreement.
3.6.1.1 Grounds for Termination. City may, by written notice to Consultant, terminate the whole or any part of this Agreement at any time and without cause by giving written notice to Consultant of such termination, and specifying the effective date thereof, at least seven (7) days before the effective date of such termination. Upon termination, Consultant shall be compensated only for those services which have been adequately rendered to City, and Consultant shall be entitled to no further compensation. Consultant may not terminate this Agreement except for cause.
3.6.1.2 Effect of Termination. If this Agreement is terminated as provided herein, City may require Consultant to provide all finished or unfinished Documents and Data and other information of any kind prepared by Consultant in connection with the performance of Services under this Agreement. Consultant shall be required to provide such document and other information within fifteen (15) days of the request.
3.6.1.3 Additional Services. In the event this Agreement is terminated in whole or in part as provided herein, City may procure, upon such terms and in such manner as it may determine appropriate, services similar to those terminated.
3.6.1.4 Delivery of Notices. All notices permitted or required under this Agreement shall be given to the respective parties at the following address, or at such other address as the respective parties may provide in writing for this purpose:
Consultant: Ardurra Group, Inc.
3737 Birch Street, Suite 250
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11 Newport Beach, CA 92660
ATTN: Carmen Kasner, Vice President
City: City of Lake Forest
100 Civic Center Drive
Lake Forest, CA 92630
ATTN: City Clerk
Such notice shall be deemed made when personally delivered or when mailed, forty-eight (48) hours after deposit in the U.S. Mail, first class postage prepaid and addressed to the party at its applicable address. Actual notice shall be deemed adequate notice on the date actual notice occurred, regardless of the method of service.
3.6.2 Ownership of Materials and Confidentiality.
3.6.2.1 Documents & Data; Licensing of Intellectual Property. This Agreement creates a non exclusive and perpetual license for City to copy, use, modify, reuse, or sublicense any and all copyrights, designs, and other intellectual property embodied in plans, specifications, studies, drawings, estimates, and other documents or works of authorship fixed in any tangible medium of expression, including but not limited to, physical drawings or data magnetically or otherwise recorded on computer diskettes, which are prepared or caused to be prepared by Consultant under this Agreement ("Documents & Data"). Consultant shall require all subconsultants to agree in writing that City is granted a non exclusive and perpetual license for any Documents & Data the subconsultant prepares under this Agreement. Consultant represents and warrants that Consultant has the legal right to license any and all Documents & Data. Consultant makes no such representation and warranty in regard to Documents & Data which were prepared by design professionals other than Consultant or provided to Consultant by the City. City shall not be limited in any way in its use of the Documents & Data at any time, provided that any such use not within the purposes intended by this Agreement shall be at City's sole risk.
3.6.2.2 Confidentiality. All ideas, memoranda, specifications, plans, procedures, drawings, descriptions, computer program data, input record data, written information, and other Documents & Data either created by or provided to Consultant in connection with the performance of this Agreement shall be held confidential by Consultant. Such materials shall not, without the prior written consent of City, be used by Consultant for any purposes other than the performance of the Services. Nor shall such materials be disclosed to any person or entity not connected with the performance of the Services or the Project. Nothing furnished to Consultant which is otherwise known to Consultant or is generally known, or has become known, to the related industry shall be deemed confidential. Consultant shall not use City's name or insignia, photographs of the Project, or any publicity pertaining to the Services or the Project in any magazine, trade paper, newspaper, television or radio production or other similar medium without the prior written consent of City.
3.6.2.3 Confidential Information. The City shall refrain from releasing Consultant’s proprietary information ("Proprietary Information") unless the City's legal counsel determines that the release of the Proprietary Information is required by the California Public Records Act or other applicable state or federal law, or order of a court of competent jurisdiction, in which case the City shall notify Consultant of its intention to release Proprietary Information. Consultant shall have five (5)
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12 working days after receipt of the Release Notice to give City written notice of Consultant's objection to the City's release of Proprietary Information. Consultant shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City, and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against all liability, loss, cost or expense (including attorney’s fees) arising out of a legal action brought to compel the release of Proprietary Information. City shall not release the Proprietary Information after receipt of the Objection Notice unless either: (1) Consultant fails to fully indemnify, defend (with City's choice of legal counsel), and hold City harmless from any legal action brought to compel such release; and/or (2) a final and non- appealable order by a court of competent jurisdiction requires that City release such information.
3.6.3 Cooperation; Further Acts. The Parties shall fully cooperate with one another, and shall take any additional acts or sign any additional documents as may be necessary, appropriate or convenient to attain the purposes of this Agreement.
3.6.4 Attorney's Fees. If either party commences an action against the other party, either legal, administrative or otherwise, arising out of or in connection with this Agreement, the prevailing party in such litigation shall be entitled to have and recover from the losing party reason¬able attorney's fees and all other costs of such action.
3.6.5 Indemnification.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Consultant shall defend (with counsel of City’s choosing), indemnify and hold the City, its officials, officers, employees, volunteers and agents free and harmless from any and all claims, demands, causes of action, costs, expenses, liability, loss, damage or injury of any kind, in law or equity, to property or persons, including wrongful death, in any manner arising out of, pertaining to, or incident to any alleged acts, errors or omissions, or willful misconduct of Consultant, its officials, officers, employees, subcontractors, consultants or agents in connection with the performance of the Consultant's Services, the Project or this Agreement, including without limitation the payment of all damages, expert witness fees and attorneys fees and other related costs and expenses. Consultant's obligation to indemnify shall not be restricted to insurance proceeds, if any, received by the Consultant or the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents or volunteers.
If Consultant’s obligation to defend, indemnify, and/or hold harmless arises out of Consultant’s performance as a “design professional” (as that term is defined under Civil Code section 2782.8), then, and only to the extent required by Civil Code section 2782.8, which is fully incorporated herein, Consultant’s indemnification obligation shall be limited to claims that arise out of, pertain to, or relate to the negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct of the Consultant, and, upon Consultant obtaining a final adjudication by a court of competent jurisdiction, Consultant’s liability for such claim, including the cost to defend, shall not exceed the Consultant’s proportionate percentage of fault.
3.6.6 Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire Agreement of the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof, and supersedes all prior negotiations, understandings or agreements. This Agreement may only be modified by a writing signed by both parties.
3.6.7 Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California. Venue shall be in Orange County.
3.6.8 Time of Essence. Time is of the essence for each and every provision of this Agreement.
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13 3.6.9 City's Right to Employ Other Consultants. City reserves right to employ other consultants in connection with this Project.
3.6.10 Successors and Assigns. This Agreement shall be binding on the successors and assigns of the parties.
3.6.11 Assignment or Transfer. Consultant shall not assign, hypothecate, or transfer, either directly or by operation of law, this Agreement or any interest herein without the prior written consent of the City. Any attempt to do so shall be null and void, and any assignees, hypothecates or transferees shall acquire no right or interest by reason of such attempted assignment, hypothecation or transfer.
3.6.12 Construction; References; Captions. Since the Parties or their agents have participated fully in the preparation of this Agreement, the language of this Agreement shall be construed simply, according to its fair meaning, and not strictly for or against any Party. Any term referencing time, days or period for performance shall be deemed calendar days and not work days. All references to Consultant include all personnel, employees, agents, and subconsultants of Consultant, except as otherwise specified in this Agreement. All references to City include its elected officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers except as otherwise specified in this Agreement. The captions of the various articles and paragraphs are for convenience and ease of reference only, and do not define, limit, augment, or describe the scope, content, or intent of this Agreement.
3.6.13 Amendment; Modification. No supplement, modification, or amendment of this Agreement shall be binding unless executed in writing and signed by both Parties.
3.6.14 Waiver. No waiver of any default shall constitute a waiver of any other default or breach, whether of the same or other covenant or condition. No waiver, benefit, privilege, or service voluntarily given or performed by a Party shall give the other Party any contractual rights by custom, estoppel, or otherwise.
3.6.15 No Third-Party Beneficiaries. There are no intended third party beneficiaries of any right or obligation assumed by the Parties.
3.6.16 Invalidity; Severability. If any portion of this Agreement is declared invalid, illegal, or otherwise unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
3.6.17 Prohibited Interests. Consultant maintains and warrants that it has not employed nor retained any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for Consultant¬, to solicit or secure this Agreement. Further, Consultant warrants that it has not paid nor has it agreed to pay any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for Consultant, any fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gift or other consideration contingent upon or resulting from the award or making of this Agreement. For breach or violation of this warranty, City shall have the right to rescind this Agreement without liability. For the term of this Agreement, no member, officer or employee of City, during the term of his or her service with City, shall have any direct interest in this Agreement, or obtain any present or anticipated material benefit arising therefrom.
3.6.18 Equal Opportunity Employment. Consultant represents that it is an equal opportunity employer and it shall not discriminate against any subconsultant, employee or applicant for employment
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14 because of race, religion, color, national origin, handicap, ancestry, sex or age. Such non-discrimination shall include, but not be limited to, all activities related to initial employment, upgrading, demotion, transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising, layoff or termination. Consultant shall also comply with all relevant provisions of City's Minority Business Enterprise program, Affirmative Action Plan or other related programs or guidelines currently in effect or hereinafter enacted.
3.6.19 Labor Certification. By its signature hereunder, Consultant certifies that it is aware of the provisions of Section 3700 of the California Labor Code which require every employer to be insured against liability for Worker's Compensation or to undertake self-insurance in accordance with the provisions of that Code, and agrees to comply with such provisions before commencing the performance of the Services.
3.6.20 Authority to Enter Agreement. Consultant has all requisite power and authority to conduct its business and to execute, deliver, and perform the Agreement. Each Party warrants that the individuals who have signed this Agreement have the legal power, right, and authority to make this Agreement and bind each respective Party.
3.6.21 Counterparts. This Agreement may be signed in counterparts, each of which shall constitute an original.
3.7. Subcontracting.
3.7.1 Prior Approval Required. Consultant shall not subcontract any portion of the work required by this Agreement, except as expressly stated herein, without prior written approval of City. Subcontracts, if any, shall contain a provision making them subject to all provisions stipulated in this Agreement.
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15 4. SIGNATURES.
4.1. SIGNATURES.
CITY OF LAKE FOREST Ardurra Group, Inc.
By: [AUTHORIZED CITY SIGNATURE]
Robert Pequeño
Mayor
By: [VENDOR SIGNATURE 1]
Carmen Kasner
Vice President
[If Corporation, TWO SIGNATURES,
President OR Vice President AND Secretary
OR Treasurer REQUIRED]
ATTEST:
By: [CITY CLERK SIGNATURE]
Thy Merritt
City Clerk
By: [VENDOR SIGNATURE 2]
Randall Dumas
Chief Financial Officer (Corporation or LLC)
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By: [CITY ATTORNEY SIGNATURE]
Best Best & Krieger LLP
City Attorney
[CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR APPROVAL]
[P
ROJECT MANAGER APPROVAL]
[CITY CLERK - INSURANCE APPROVAL]
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16 5.1. EXHIBIT "A" SCOPE OF SERVICES
Consultant shall provide the following Municipal Engineering professional consulting services relative to the City's Municipal Engineering/ Staff Augmentation project.
1. General Requirements
1.1 Independent Contractor Status / AB 5 Compliance
All services provided under this Agreement shall be performed by the Consultant as an independent contractor in compliance with applicable California law, including Assembly Bill 5 (Labor Code §2750.3).
The Consultant shall be solely responsible for the means, methods, techniques, sequences, and procedures used to perform the services.
The Consultant shall:
1. Maintain exclusive control and direction over its employees, agents, and subcontractors.
2. Provide all tools, materials, equipment, vehicles, and supervision necessary to perform the services.
3. Determine the manner and method of performance, subject only to the City’s right to specify the desired results, performance standards, and deliverables.
4. Ensure that all personnel assigned to perform services meet applicable professional qualification and licensure requirements.
5. Be solely responsible for all wages, payroll taxes, workers’ compensation, benefits, insurance, and other employer obligations.
6. Ensure that Consultant personnel are not integrated into City employment systems and do not represent themselves as City employees.
City involvement is limited to authorizing services, identifying desired outcomes and priorities, coordinating schedules related to City processes, and reviewing and accepting deliverables for conformance with City standards.
1.2 Authorization of Work
The Consultant shall perform only those services authorized by the Director of Public Works/City Engineer or designee. No work shall commence until written authorization is issued.
1.3 Compliance with Laws and Standards
All services shall be performed in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and standards, including but not limited to:
x City of Lake Forest standards, ordinances, and policies x County of Orange and Caltrans standards (as applicable) x MS4 Permit requirements (Santa Ana & San Diego Region where applicable) x CEQA, NPDES, ADA, and other applicable regulatory requirements x CAL-OSHA requirements related to construction inspection activities
1.4 Reporting and Documentation
The Consultant shall:
x Provide periodic task-level or deliverable-based summaries sufficient to support invoicing and project tracking
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17 x Submit status updates as appropriate to the authorized scope and project schedule x Maintain complete electronic project files in City-approved formats and platforms x Prepare daily inspection reports when inspection services are authorized x Submit all deliverables in City-required formats (PDF, Word, AutoCAD, GIS, or other specified formats)
Individual employee timekeeping shall remain the responsibility of the Consultant.
1.5 Quality Assurance / Quality Control
The Consultant shall perform internal QA/QC on all work products prior to submittal. Work that does not meet applicable standards may be rejected and returned for correction at no additional cost to the City.
1.6 Conflict of Interest
Consultant personnel shall not:
x Perform work for private developers with active projects within the City of Lake Forest x Accept gifts, meals, favors, or gratuities from developers, contractors, or applicants doing business with the City
2. Scope of Services
A. Program Management Services
Minimum Qualifications:
Registered Civil Engineer with a minimum of five (5) years of municipal public works management experience. (20 hrs/week - Estimated level of effort provided for proposal evaluation purposes only)
1. Participation in City Council, Commission, community, and staff meetings related to authorized services.
2. Provision of technical engineering advisory services in coordination with the Director of Public Works/City Engineer.
3. Analysis of City infrastructure needs and preparation of short- and long-term CIP recommendations, including cost estimates and prioritization criteria.
4. Assistance with preparation and updates of the Capital Improvement Program and Public Works operating budgets.
5. Review and technical input related to planning programs, General Plan consistency, and land development proposals.
6. Recommendations regarding engineering-related regulations, ordinances, and policies.
7. Coordination with public agencies, utilities, regulatory bodies, and community stakeholders.
8. Advisory support regarding funding opportunities and preparation of grant applications when authorized.
9. Coordination support for development-related engineering submittals.
10. High-level project coordination, schedule monitoring, and interdepartmental support.
B. Public Works / Development – Plan Check Services
Minimum Qualifications:
Registered Civil Engineer with a minimum of five (5) years of municipal land development review experience. (15-20hrs/week - Estimated level of effort provided for proposal evaluation purposes only)
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18 Services may include:
1. Review and written comment on development-related engineering submittals, including grading plans, utility plans, improvement plans, and subdivision maps.
2. Review for compliance with City standards, CEQA mitigation measures, MS4/LID requirements, and engineering best practices.
3. Preparation of recommended engineering conditions of approval.
4. Coordination with City staff regarding bonding requirements and applicable fees.
5. Preparation of staff report input and correspondence related to engineering review.
6. Coordination with developers, consultants, contractors, and City staff.
7. Tracking of review activities in City-approved systems or formats.
C. Public Works / Development – Grading & Construction Inspection Minimum Qualifications:
Consultant shall provide qualified inspection personnel with a minimum of five (5) years of experience inspecting public and private construction projects. Inspectors shall maintain current certification as a Qualified Stormwater Practitioner (QSP).(Service availability as required by authorized permits. 36-40 hrs/week - Estimated level of effort provided for proposal evaluation purposes only) Depending on development activity levels, multiple inspectors may be required as authorized by the City.
Responsibilities include:
1. Review of approved engineering plans, specifications, grading permits, and related documentation prior to inspection.
2. Field inspection of grading operations, earthwork, compaction, slopes, drainage systems, streets, storm drains, utilities, and associated public improvements.
3. Observation of construction performed by private developers to verify compliance with approved plans, City standards, geotechnical recommendations, and permit conditions.
4. Inspection of improvements within City streets, medians, slopes, parks, and public easements.
5. Inspection and documentation of Best Management Practices (BMPs) and water quality measures in accordance with MS4 requirements.
6. Inspection of street and storm drain improvements for compliance with approved plans.
7. Preparation of daily inspection reports with photographic documentation.
8. Issuance of field correction notices for non-compliant work; Stop Work authority only when expressly authorized by the City.
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19 9. Attendance at pre-construction and coordination meetings as requested.
10. Recommendations regarding punch list completion and acceptance of work.
11. Coordination with developers, contractors, design professionals, geotechnical consultants, and City staff.
D. Public Works – Encroachment Permit Inspection Services Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum five (5) years municipal construction inspection experience and QSP certification. (Service availability as required by authorized permits. 36-40 hrs/week - Estimated level of effort provided for proposal evaluation purposes only)
Services may include:
1. Review of engineering and traffic control plans for work in the public right-of-way.
2. Inspection of utility installations, pavement restoration, sidewalks, storm drains, and related improvements.
3. Verification of compliance with City standards, permit conditions, WATCH manual requirements, and MS4 requirements/Best Management Practices (BMP) for water quality.
4. Preparation of inspection documentation and reports.
5. Recommendations regarding acceptance of work and notices of completion.
E. Public Works / Development – Landscape & Irrigation Inspection Services Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum five (5) years relevant experience; QSP certification required; ISA Certified Arborist or Landscape Inspector Certification preferred. 10-15 hrs/week - Estimated level of effort provided for proposal evaluation purposes only)
Services may include:
1. Review of approved landscape and irrigation plans.
1. Provide construction observation associated with landscape work performed by developers or on City streets, medians, slopes, and parks to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, permits, and City guidelines and standards including but not limited to:
o Inspection of planting, irrigation systems, soils, and landscape construction. o Verification of plant material compliance with approved plans and specifications. o Inspection of BMPs integrated into landscaped areas.
o Warranty and establishment period inspections.
3. Preparation of inspection reports and acceptance recommendations.
4. Coordination with developers, landscape contractors, and City staff.
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20 F. Supplemental Professional Services – As Authorized Qualified professionals may be provided to support authorized workloads, including Registered Civil Engineers, technicians, inspectors, or administrative support personnel.
Services may include:
1. Preparation of plans, specifications, cost estimates, and exhibits for City projects.
2. Project management support for capital projects.
3. Preparation of design submittals (30%, 60%, 90%, Final).
4. Coordination with outside agencies for permits, environmental compliance, and funding programs.
5. Supplemental professional services to address workload fluctuations or specialized service needs.
3. Deliverables
Deliverables may include, as authorized:
x Written plan check comments within 10 working days of receipt. x Inspection reports with photographs
x CIP analyses and recommendations
x Technical memoranda
x Grant applications
x Project design packages
x Meeting summaries
x Budget and cost estimate updates
4. Performance Expectations
x Consultant shall provide timely responses consistent with authorized services and project schedules.
x All services shall be performed with professional skill, care, and diligence. x Substitution of key personnel requires prior written approval by the City.
5. Ownership of Documents
All work products generated under this Agreement shall be the property of the City of Lake Forest and shall be provided upon request.
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21 6. EXHIBIT "B" - SCHEDULE OF SERVICES
6.1. EXHIBIT "B" - SCHEDULE OF SERVICES
The Consultant shall provide the services described in Exhibit “A” Scope of Services as directed by the City.
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22 7. EXHIBIT "C" - COMPENSATION
7.1. EXHIBIT "C" - COMPENSATION
Consultant shall be paid for services in accordance with Section 3.3 of the Agreement and as described above under Exhibit “A” Scope of Services and the not to exceed fee of THREE MILLION DOLLARS ($3,000,000.00) to be billed using the following hourly rates:
Initial Term
(Subject to Amendments exercising
optional one-year extensions per Section
3.1.2 of the Agreement)
Primary Positions
Hourly
Rate
(Year 1)
Hourly
Rate
(Year 2)
Hourly
Rate
(Year 3)
Hourly Rate
(Year 4)
Hourly Rate
(Year 5)
Program Manager $250.00 $257.50 $265.23 $273.18 $281.38 Plan Check Engineer $220.00 $226.60 $233.40 $240.40 $247.61 Map Check Surveyor $230.00 $236.90 $244.01 $251.33 $258.87 Development Inspector (Grading
Development/QSP)* $195.00 $200.85 $206.88 $213.08 $219.47 Encroachment Inspector
(CIP/Encroachment/QSP)* $180.00 $185.40 $190.96 $196.69 $202.59 Landscape Inspector
(Developments/CIP/ QSP) $205.00 $205.00 $215.00 $215.00 $225.00
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23 Rates for future years have assumed a 3% increase for each year. Given some of the uncertainty in the markets, if the future years CPI exceeds 4% per year, we will respectfully request consideration for an adjustment.
Project, Construction Management & Inspection Notes:
1. The above hourly rates include wages, fringe and general and administrative overhead and fee, as well as typical supplies, tools and equipment required to perform services. Construction management software is not included in the base rate.
2. Rate applies to the first four hours of overtime during the week and /or first eight hours of overtime on Saturdays; all overtime in excess of four hours during the week or eight hours on Saturdays is paid at the Sunday/holiday rate.
3. Prevailing Wage Rates are subject to increases pursuant to the State of California’s Department of Industrial Relations Wage Rate Determinations. Ardurra’s Billing Rates will increase in proportion to the DIR increase, plus overhead and profit. The current rates are based on Determination SC-23-63- 2-2026-1D issued Feb 22, 2026.
4. A Special Shift is any shift that starts after 5:00 PM and before 6:00 AM.
5. The following minimum callout applies to Inspection staff, in accordance with Industrial Welfare Commission Order #16-2001:
1. Cancellation of 8 hours scheduled inspection after inspector’s arrival on site: 4-hour minimum
2. Cancellation of 4 hours scheduled inspection after inspector’s arrival on site: 2-hour minimum
6. For contracts involving public works inspection services, Ardurra requires the awarding public agency to complete DIR form
1. PWC-100 solely for Ardurra as the prime contractor specific to the awarded contract name and amount. A half-hour per week, per inspector labor compliance charge will be billed for all Prevailing Wage inspection assignments.
7. Any Accessibility Expert/CASp Inspector service assignments shall be a 4-hour minimum.
Overall Notes:
Reimbursable Expenses (Other Direct Costs): Ordinary identifiable non-salary costs that are directly attributable to the project, such as regular commuter travel costs, standard equipment, tools and software, etc., are included in the fee estimated above. Extraordinary expenses, such as oversized and/or color reproduction costs, vehicle identification decals, site facility hard phone line and/or internet service charges, non-commuter project miles and/or other travel expenses to remote (over 50 miles oneway) fabrication yards/batch plants, overnight postage/couriers, etc., are billed at actual cost plus fifteen percent (15%) to cover overhead and administration. Travel charges to a casting/fabrication yard or batch plant will include the hourly billing rate plus travel expenses as listed in the Caltrans Travel Guide (State rates). Mileage is billed at the current IRS rate. An allowance for Extraordinary charges is included as Other Direct Costs (ODC) in the fee table above. Extraordinary charges above and beyond the estimated ODC allowance will not be billed to the Client unless specifically included in the contract or requested and approved by the Client in writing prior to incurring the additional expense.
Fees for Subconsultant Services: Billed at actual cost, plus fifteen percent (15%) to cover overhead and administration.
Web-Based Contract Administration: Selected/specified cloud-based service billed at cost plus fifteen percent (15%).
Drone Photography: $250 per flight, plus labor.
Exclusions to Scope and Fee: The following items are specifically excluded:
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24 x Legal advice
x Specialized software (other than AutoCAD, MS Office Suite and MS Project) x LEED certification related services
x Soils and/or materials inspection and testing
x Environmental mitigations monitoring services
x Hazardous materials monitoring and/or testing
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25 8. EXHIBIT "D" - INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
8.1. EXHIBIT "D" - INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
1.1.1 Time for Compliance. Consultant shall not commence work under this Agreement until it has provided evidence satisfactory to the City that it has secured all insurance required under this section. In addition, Consultant shall not allow any subconsultant to commence work on any subcontract until it has provided evidence satisfactory to the City that the subconsultant has secured all insurance required under this section.
1.1.2 Types of Insurance Required. As a condition precedent to the effectiveness of this Agreement for work to be performed hereunder, and without limiting the indemnity provisions of the Agreement, the Consultant, in partial performance of its obligations under such Agreement, shall procure and maintain in full force and effect during the term of the Agreement the following policies of insurance. If the existing policies do not meet the insurance requirements set forth herein, Consultant agrees to amend, supplement or endorse the policies to do so. (A) Commercial General Liability: Commercial General Liability Insurance which affords coverage at least as broad as Insurance Services Office "occurrence" form CG 0001, or the exact equivalent, with limits of not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence and no less than $2,000,000 in the general aggregate. Defense costs shall be paid in addition to the limits. The policy shall contain no endorsements or provisions (1) limiting coverage for contractual liability; (2) excluding coverage for claims or suits by one insured against another (cross-liability); or (3) containing any other exclusion(s) contrary to the terms or purposes of this Agreement.
(B) Automobile Liability Insurance: Automobile Liability Insurance with coverage at least as broad as Insurance Services Office Form CA 0001 covering "Any Auto" (Symbol 1), or the exact equivalent, covering bodily injury and property damage for all activities with limits of not less than $1,000,000 combined limit for each occurrence.
(C) Workers’ Compensation: Workers' Compensation Insurance, as required by the State of California and Employer's Liability Insurance with a limit of not less than $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury and disease.
(D) Professional Liability (Errors & Omissions): Professional Liability insurance or Errors & Omissions insurance appropriate to Consultant’s profession with limits of not less than $1,000,000. Covered professional services shall specifically include all work to be performed under the Agreement and delete any exclusions that may potentially affect the work to be performed (for example, any exclusions relating to lead, asbestos, pollution, testing, underground storage tanks, laboratory analysis, soil work, etc.). If coverage is written on a claims-made basis, the retroactive date shall precede the effective date of the initial Agreement and continuous coverage will be maintained or an extended reporting period will be exercised for a period of at least three (3) years from termination or expiration of this Agreement.
1.1.3 Insurance Endorsements. Required insurance policies shall contain the following provisions, or Consultant shall provide endorsements on forms approved by the City to add the following provisions to the insurance policies:
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(1) Additional Insured: The City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers shall be additional insureds with regard to liability and defense of suits or claims arising out of the performance of the Agreement.
Additional Insured Endorsements shall not (1) be restricted to "ongoing operations"; (2) exclude "contractual liability"; (3) restrict coverage to "sole" liability of Consultant; or (4) contain any other exclusions contrary to the terms or purposes of this Agreement. For all policies of Commercial General Liability insurance, Consultant shall provide endorsements in the form of ISO CG 20 10 10 01 and 20 37 10 01 (or endorsements providing the exact same coverage) to effectuate this requirement. (2) Cancellation: Required insurance policies shall not be canceled or the coverage reduced until a thirty (30) day written notice of cancellation has been served upon the City except ten (10) days shall be allowed for non-payment of premium. (B) Automobile Liability:
(1) Cancellation: Required insurance policies shall not be canceled or the coverage reduced until a thirty (30) day written notice of cancellation has been served upon the City except ten (10) days shall be allowed for non-payment of premium. (C) Professional Liability (Errors & Omissions):
(1) Cancellation: Required insurance policies shall not be canceled or the coverage reduced until a thirty (30) day written notice of cancellation has been served upon the City except ten (10) days shall be allowed for non-payment of premium. (2) Contractual Liability Exclusion Deleted: This insurance shall include contractual liability applicable to this Agreement. The policy must “pay on behalf of” the insured and include a provision establishing the insurer’s duty to defend.
(D) Workers’ Compensation:
(1) Cancellation: Required insurance policies shall not be canceled or the coverage reduced until a thirty (30) day written notice of cancellation has been served upon the City except ten (10) days shall be allowed for non-payment of premium. (2) Waiver of Subrogation: A waiver of subrogation stating that the insurer waives all rights of subrogation against the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers.
1.1.4 Primary and Non-Contributing Insurance. All policies of Commercial General Liability and Automobile Liability insurance shall be primary and any other insurance, deductible, or self- insurance maintained by the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, or volunteers shall not contribute with this primary insurance. Policies shall contain or be endorsed to contain such provisions.
1.1.5 Waiver of Subrogation. All policies of Commercial General Liability and Automobile Liability insurance shall contain or be endorsed to waive subrogation against the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers or shall specifically allow Consultant or others providing insurance evidence in compliance with these specifications to waive their right of recovery prior to a
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27 loss. Consultant hereby waives its own right of recovery against the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers, and shall require similar written express waivers and insurance clauses from each of its subconsultants.
1.1.6 Deductibles and Self-Insured Retentions. Any deductible or self-insured retention must be approved in writing by the City and shall protect the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers in the same manner and to the same extent as they would have been protected had the policy or policies not contained a deductible or self-insured retention.
1.1.7 Evidence of Insurance. The Consultant, concurrently with the execution of the Agreement, and as a condition precedent to the effectiveness thereof, shall deliver either certified copies of the required policies, or original certificates on forms approved by the City, together with all endorsements affecting each policy. Required insurance policies shall not be in compliance if they include any limiting provision or endorsement that has not been submitted to the City for approval. The certificates and endorsements for each insurance policy shall be signed by a person authorized by that insurer to bind coverage on its behalf. At least fifteen (15 days) prior to the expiration of any such policy, evidence of insurance showing that such insurance coverage has been renewed or extended shall be filed with the City. If such coverage is cancelled or reduced and not replaced immediately so as to avoid a lapse in the required coverage, Consultant shall, within ten (10) days after receipt of written notice of such cancellation or reduction of coverage, file with the City evidence of insurance showing that the required insurance has been reinstated or has been provided through another insurance company or companies.
1.1.8 Failure to Maintain Coverage. In the event any policy of insurance required under this Agreement does not comply with these specifications or is canceled and not replaced immediately so as to avoid a lapse in the required coverage, 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 payments. In the alternative, City may cancel this Agreement effective upon notice.
1.1.9 Acceptability of Insurers. Each such policy shall be from a company or companies with a current A.M. Best's rating of no less than A:VII and authorized to transact business of insurance in the State of California, or otherwise allowed to place insurance through surplus line brokers under applicable provisions of the California Insurance Code or any federal law.
1.1.10 Enforcement of Contract Provisions (non estoppel). Consultant acknowledges and agrees that actual or alleged failure on the part of the City to inform Consultant of non-compliance with any requirement imposes no additional obligation on the City nor does it waive any rights hereunder.
1.1.11 Requirements Not Limiting. Requirement of specific coverage or minimum limits contained in this Appendix are not intended as a limitation on coverage, limits, or other requirement, or a waiver of any coverage normally provided by any insurance.
1.1.12 Insurance for Subconsultants. Consultant shall include all subconsultants engaged in any work for Consultant relating to this Agreement as additional insureds under the Consultant's policies, or the Consultant shall be responsible for causing subconsultants to purchase the appropriate insurance in compliance with the terms of these Insurance Requirements, including adding the City, its
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28 officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers as additional insureds to the subconsultant's policies. All policies of Commercial General Liability insurance provided by Consultant’s subconsultants performing work relating to this Agreement shall be endorsed to name the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers as additional insureds using endorsement form ISO CG 20 38 04 13 or an endorsement providing equivalent coverage. Consultant shall not allow any subconsultant to commence work on any subcontract relating to this Agreement until it has received satisfactory evidence of subconsultant’s compliance with all insurance requirements under this Agreement, to the extent applicable. The Consultant shall provide satisfactory evidence of compliance with this section upon request of the City.
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Attachment 2
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MUNICIPAL ENGINEERING SERVICES
(2026-052)
City of Lake Forest
100 Civic Center Dr.
Lake Forest, CA 92630
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City of Lake Forest
Professional Consultant Services Agreement
Municipal Engineering Services
I. PARTIES AND DATE. ..............................................................................
II. RECITALS. ..............................................................................................
III. TERMS...................................................................................................
IV. SIGNATURES. ........................................................................................
V. EXHIBIT "A" SCOPE OF SERVICES ...........................................................
VI. EXHIBIT "B" - SCHEDULE OF SERVICES ..................................................
VII. EXHIBIT "C" - COMPENSATION ..............................................................
VIII. EXHIBIT "D" - INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS ...........................................
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3 1. PARTIES AND DATE.
This Agreement is made and entered into this [***INSERT DAY***] day of [***INSERT MONTH***], [***INSERT YEAR***], by and between the City of Lake Forest, a municipal corporation, organized under the laws of the State of California, with its principal place of business at 100 Civic Center Drive, Lake Forest, California 92630 (“City”) and Onward Engineering, a CaliforniaCorporation (Inc.) , with its principal place of business at 300 S. Harbor Blvd., Suite 814, Anaheim, CA 92805 (“Consultant”). City and Consultant are sometimes individually referred to herein as “Party” and collectively as “Parties.”
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4 2. RECITALS.
2.1. Consultant.
Consultant desires to perform and assume responsibility for the provision of certain professional Municipal Engineering consulting services required by the City on the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. Consultant represents that it is experienced in providing professional Municipal Engineering consulting services to public clients, is licensed in the State of California, and is familiar with the plans of City.
2.2. Project.
City desires to engage Consultant to render such professional Municipal Engineering consulting services for the Municipal Engineering/ Staff Augmentation Services project ("Project") as set forth in this Agreement.
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5 3. TERMS.
3.1. Scope of Services and Term.
3.1.1 General Scope of Services. Consultant promises and agrees to furnish to the City all labor, materials, tools, equipment, services, and incidental and customary work necessary to fully and adequately supply the professional Municipal Engineering consulting services necessary for the Project ("Services"). The Services are more particularly described in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. All Services shall be subject to, and performed in accordance with, this Agreement, the exhibits attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, and all applicable local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations.
3.1.2 Term. The term of this Agreement shall be from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2029, unless earlier terminated as provided herein. The City shall have the unilateral option, at its sole discretion, to renew this Agreement annually for no more than two (2) additional one-year terms. Consultant shall complete the Services within the term of this Agreement, and shall meet any other established schedules and deadlines.
3.2. Responsibilities of Consultant.
3.2.1 Independent Contractor; Control and Payment of Subordinates. The Services shall be performed by Consultant or under its supervision. Consultant will determine the means, methods and details of performing the Services subject to the requirements of this Agreement. City retains Consultant on an independent contractor basis and not as an employee. Consultant retains the right to perform similar or different services for others during the term of this Agreement. Any additional personnel performing the Services under this Agreement on behalf of Consultant shall also not be employees of City and shall at all times be under Consultant's exclusive direction and control. Neither City, nor any of its officials, officers, directors, employees or agents 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 pay all wages, salaries, and other amounts due such personnel in connection with their performance of Services under this Agreement and as required by law. Consultant shall be responsible for all reports and obligations respecting such additional personnel, including, but not limited to: social security taxes, income tax withholding, unemployment insurance, disability insurance, and workers' compensation insurance.
3.2.2 Schedule of Services. Consultant shall perform the Services expeditiously, within the term of this Agreement, and in accordance with the Schedule of Services set forth in Exhibit "B" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. Consultant represents that it has the professional and technical personnel required to perform the Services in conformance with such conditions. In order to facilitate Consultant's conformance with the Schedule, City shall respond to Consultant's submittals in a timely manner. Upon request of City, Consultant shall provide a more detailed schedule of anticipated performance to meet the Schedule of Services.
3.2.3 Conformance to Applicable Requirements. All work prepared by Consultant shall be subject to the approval of City.
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6 3.2.4 Substitution of Key Personnel. Consultant has represented to City that certain key personnel will perform and coordinate the Services under this Agreement. Should one or more of such personnel become unavailable, Consultant may substitute other personnel of at least equal competence upon written approval of City. In the event that City and Consultant cannot agree as to the substitution of key personnel, City shall be entitled to terminate this Agreement for cause. As discussed below, any personnel who fail or refuse to perform the Services in a manner acceptable to the City, or who are determined by the City to be uncooperative, incompetent, a threat to the adequate or timely completion of the Project or a threat to the safety of persons or property, shall be promptly removed from the Project by the Consultant at the request of the City. The key personnel for performance of this Agreement are as follows: Muhammad Ataya, Vice President/Secretary.
3.2.5 City's Representative. The City hereby designates Douglas Erdman, Director of Public Works, or his/her designee, to act as its representative in all matters pertaining to the administration and performance of this Agreement ("City's Representative"). City's Representative shall have the power to act on behalf of the City for review and approval of all products submitted by Consultant but not the authority to enlarge the Scope of Work or change the total compensation due to Consultant under this Agreement. The City Manager shall be authorized to act on City's behalf and to execute all necessary documents which enlarge the Scope of Work or change the Consultant's total compensation subject to the provisions contained in Section 3.3 of this Agreement. Consultant shall not accept direction or orders from any person other than the City Manager, City's Representative or his/her designee.
3.2.6 Consultant's Representative. Consultant hereby designates Muhammad Ataya, Vice President/Secretary, or his/her designee, to act as its representative for the performance of this Agreement ("Consultant's Representative"). Consultant's Representative shall have full authority to represent and act on behalf of the Consultant for all purposes under this Agreement. The Consultant's Representative shall supervise and direct the Services, using his/her best skill and attention, and shall be responsible for all means, methods, techniques, sequences, and procedures and for the satisfactory coordination of all portions of the Services under this Agreement.
3.2.7 Coordination of Services. Consultant agrees to work closely with City staff in the performance of Services and shall be available to City's staff, consultants and other staff at all reasonable times.
3.2.8 Standard of Care; Performance of Employees. Consultant shall perform all Services under this Agreement in a skillful and competent manner, consistent with the standards generally recognized as being employed by professionals in the same discipline in the State of California. Consultant represents and maintains that it is skilled in the professional calling necessary to perform the Services. Consultant warrants that all employees and subconsultants shall have sufficient skill and experience to perform the Services assigned to them. Finally, Consultant represents that it, its employees and subconsultants have all licenses, permits, qualifications and approvals of whatever nature that are legally required to perform the Services, and that such licenses and approvals shall be maintained throughout the term of this Agreement. As provided for in the indemnification provisions of this Agreement, Consultant shall perform, at its own cost and expense and without reimbursement from the City, any services necessary to correct errors or omissions which are caused by the Consultant's failure to comply with the standard of care provided for herein. Any employee of the Consultant or its
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7 sub-consultants who is determined by the City to be uncooperative, incompetent, a threat to the adequate or timely completion of the Project, a threat to the safety of persons or property, or any employee who fails or refuses to perform the Services in a manner acceptable to the City, shall be promptly removed from the Project by the Consultant and shall not be re employed to perform any of the Services or to work on the Project.
3.2.9 Laws and Regulations. Consultant shall keep itself fully informed of and in compliance with all local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations in any manner affecting the performance of the Project or the Services, including all Cal/OSHA requirements, and shall give all notices required by law. Consultant shall be liable for all violations of such laws and regulations in connection with Services. If Consultant performs any work knowing it to be contrary to such laws, rules and regulations, Consultant shall be solely responsible for all costs arising therefrom. Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold City, its officials, directors, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers free and harmless, pursuant to the indemnification provisions of this Agreement, from any claim or liability arising out of any failure or alleged failure to comply with such laws, rules or regulations.
3.2.10 Safety. Consultant shall execute and maintain its work so as to avoid injury or damage to any person or property. In carrying out its Services, the Consultant shall at all times be in compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations, and shall exercise all necessary precautions for the safety of employees appropriate to the nature of the work and the conditions under which the work is to be performed. Safety precautions, where applicable, shall include, but shall not be limited to: (A) adequate life protection and lifesaving equipment and procedures; (B) instructions in accident prevention for all employees and subconsultants, such as safe walkways, scaffolds, fall protection ladders, bridges, gang planks, confined space procedures, trenching and shoring, equipment and other safety devices, equipment and wearing apparel as are necessary or lawfully required to prevent accidents or injuries; and (C) adequate facilities for the proper inspection and maintenance of all safety measures.
3.2.11 Insurance. Consultant agrees to procure and maintain, at Consultant’s expense all insurance specified in Exhibit “D” attached hereto and by this reference incorporated herein. Consultant shall require all subconsultants to carry the same policies and limits of insurance that the Consultant is required to maintain, unless otherwise approved in writing by the City.
3.2.12 Water Quality Management and Compliance.
3.2.12.1 Storm Water Management. Storm, surface, nuisance, or other waters may be encountered at various times during the Services. Consultant hereby acknowledges that it has investigated the risk arising from such waters, and assumes any and all risks and liabilities arising therefrom.
3.2.12.2 Compliance with Water Quality Laws, Ordinances and Regulations. Consultant shall keep itself and all subcontractors, staff, and employees fully informed of and in compliance with all local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations that may impact, or be implicated by the performance of the Services including, without limitation, all applicable provisions of the City’s ordinances regulating water quality and storm water; the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. § 1251, et seq.); the California Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act (Water Code § 13000 et seq.); and any and all regulations, policies, or permits issued pursuant to any such authority. Consultant must additionally comply with the lawful requirements of the City, and any other
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8 municipality, drainage district, or other local agency with jurisdiction over the location where the Services are to be conducted, regulating water quality and storm water discharges.
3.2.12.3 Compliance with DAMP and LIP. In addition to compliance with the laws, ordinances and regulations listed in Section 3.2.12.2 of this Agreement, Consultant must comply with all applicable requirements of the Orange County Drainage Area Management Plan (“DAMP”), the City of Lake Forest Local Implementation Plan (“LIP”) and the applicable Water Quality Management Plan (“WQMP”). The DAMP contains requirements related to design and construction of public projects. Consultant must be familiar the DAMP, and the LIP and comply with the requirements as specified therein.
A copy of the DAMP is available on the internet at:
http://www.ocwatersheds.com/documents/damp/mapplan
A copy of the LIP is available on the internet at:
http://www.lakeforestca.gov/296/Local-Implementation-Plan-LIP
3.2.12.4 Standard of Care. Consultant warrants that all employees and subcontractors shall have sufficient skill and experience to perform the work assigned to them without impacting water quality in violation of the laws, regulations and policies described in Sections 3.2.12.2 and 3.2.12.3 of this Agreement. Consultant further warrants that it, its employees and subcontractors have or will receive adequate training, as determined by the City, regarding these requirements as they may relate to the Services.
3.2.12.5 Liability for Non-compliance.
(A) Indemnity: Failure to comply with laws, regulations, and ordinances listed in Sections 3.2.12.2 and 3.2.12.3 of this Agreement is a violation of federal and state law. Notwithstanding any other indemnity contained in this Agreement, Consultant agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the City, its officials, officers, agents, employees and authorized volunteers from and against any and all claims, demands, losses or liabilities of any kind or nature which the City, its officials, officers, agents, employees and authorized volunteers may sustain or incur for noncompliance with the laws, regulations, and ordinances listed above, arising out of or in connection with the Services, except for liability resulting from the sole established negligence, willful misconduct or active negligence of the City, its officials, officers, agents, employees or authorized volunteers. (B) Defense: City reserves the right to defend any enforcement action or civil action brought against the City for Consultant’s failure to comply with any applicable water quality law, regulation, or policy. Consultant hereby agrees to be bound by, and to reimburse the City for the costs associated with, any settlement reached between the City and the relevant enforcement entity. (C) Damages: City may seek damages from Consultant for delay in completing the Services caused by Consultant’s failure to comply with the laws, regulations and policies described in Sections 3.2.12.2 and 3.2.12.3 of this Agreement, or any other relevant water quality law, regulation, or policy. regulation, or policy.
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9 3.3. Fees and Payments.
3.3.1 Compensation. Consultant shall receive compensation, including authorized reimbursements, for all Services rendered under this Agreement at the rates set forth in Exhibit "C" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. The total compensation shall not exceed THREE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($300,000.00) without written approval of the City Council or City Manager as applicable. Extra Work may be authorized, as described below, and if authorized, will be compensated at the rates and manner set forth in this Agreement.
3.3.2 Payment of Compensation. Consultant shall submit to City a monthly invoice which indicates work completed and hours of Services rendered by Consultant. The invoice shall describe the amount of Services provided since the initial commencement date, or since the start of the subsequent billing periods, as appropriate, through the date of the invoice. City shall, within 30 days of receiving such invoice, review the invoice and pay all non-disputed and approved charges thereon. If the City disputes any of Consultant's fees, the City shall give written notice to Consultant within thirty (30) days of receipt of an invoice of any disputed fees set forth therein.
3.3.3 Reimbursement for Expenses. Consultant shall not be reimbursed for any expenses unless authorized in writing by City, or included in Exhibit "C" of this Agreement.
3.3.4 Extra Work. At any time during the term of this Agreement, City may request that Consultant perform Extra Work. As used herein, "Extra Work" means any work which is determined by City to be necessary for the proper completion of the Project, but which the Parties did not reasonably anticipate would be necessary at the execution of this Agreement. Consultant shall not perform, nor be compensated for, Extra Work without written authorization from the City.
3.3.5 Rate Increases. In the event that this Agreement is renewed pursuant to Section 3.1.2, the rate set forth in Exhibit “C” may be adjusted each year at the time of renewal as set forth in Exhibit “C.”
3.4. Labor Code Requirements.
3.4.1 Prevailing Wages. Consultant is aware of the requirements of California Labor Code Section 1720, et seq., and 1770, et seq., as well as California Code of Regulations, Title 8, Section 16000, et seq., ("Prevailing Wage Laws"), which require the payment of prevailing wage rates and the performance of other requirements on "public works" and "maintenance" projects. Since the Services are being performed as part of an applicable "public works" or "maintenance" project, as defined by the Prevailing Wage Laws, and if the total compensation is $1,000 or more, Consultant agrees to fully comply with such Prevailing Wage Laws. City shall provide Consultant with a copy of the prevailing rates of per diem wages in effect at the commencement of this Agreement. Consultant shall make copies of the prevailing rates of per diem wages for each craft, classification or type of worker needed to execute the Services available to interested parties upon request, and shall post copies at the Consultant's principal place of business and at the project site. It is the intent of the parties to effectuate the requirements of sections 1771, 1774, 1775, 1776, 1777.5, 1813, and 1815 of the Labor Code within this Agreement, and Consultant shall therefore comply with such Labor Code sections to the fullest extent required by law. Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold the City, its officials, officers, employees,
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10 agents, and volunteers free and harmless from any claim or liability arising out of any failure or alleged failure to comply with the Prevailing Wage Laws.
3.4.2 Registration. If the Services are being performed as part of an applicable “public works” or “maintenance” project, in addition to the foregoing, then pursuant to Labor Code sections 1725.5 and 1771.1, the Consultant and all subconsultants must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations (“DIR”). Consultant shall maintain registration for the duration of the project and require the same of any subconsultants. This project may also be subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the DIR. It shall be Contractor’s sole responsibility to comply with all applicable registration and labor compliance requirements, including the submission of payroll records directly to the DIR.
3.5. Accounting Records.
3.5.1 Maintenance and Inspection. Consultant shall maintain complete and accurate records with respect to all costs and expenses incurred under this Agreement. All such records shall be clearly identifiable. Consultant shall allow a representative of City during normal business hours to examine, audit, and make transcripts or copies of such records and any other documents created pursuant to this Agreement. Consultant shall allow inspection of all work, data, documents, proceedings, and activities related to the Agreement for a period of three (3) years from the date of final payment under this Agreement.
3.6. General Provisions.
3.6.1 Termination of Agreement.
3.6.1.1 Grounds for Termination. City may, by written notice to Consultant, terminate the whole or any part of this Agreement at any time and without cause by giving written notice to Consultant of such termination, and specifying the effective date thereof, at least seven (7) days before the effective date of such termination. Upon termination, Consultant shall be compensated only for those services which have been adequately rendered to City, and Consultant shall be entitled to no further compensation. Consultant may not terminate this Agreement except for cause.
3.6.1.2 Effect of Termination. If this Agreement is terminated as provided herein, City may require Consultant to provide all finished or unfinished Documents and Data and other information of any kind prepared by Consultant in connection with the performance of Services under this Agreement. Consultant shall be required to provide such document and other information within fifteen (15) days of the request.
3.6.1.3 Additional Services. In the event this Agreement is terminated in whole or in part as provided herein, City may procure, upon such terms and in such manner as it may determine appropriate, services similar to those terminated.
3.6.1.4 Delivery of Notices. All notices permitted or required under this Agreement shall be given to the respective parties at the following address, or at such other address as the respective parties may provide in writing for this purpose:
Consultant: Onward Engineering
300 S. Harbor Blvd., Suite 814
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11 Anaheim, CA 92805
ATTN: Muhammad Ataya, Vice President/Secretary
City: City of Lake Forest
100 Civic Center Drive
Lake Forest, CA 92630
ATTN: City Clerk
Such notice shall be deemed made when personally delivered or when mailed, forty-eight (48) hours after deposit in the U.S. Mail, first class postage prepaid and addressed to the party at its applicable address. Actual notice shall be deemed adequate notice on the date actual notice occurred, regardless of the method of service.
3.6.2 Ownership of Materials and Confidentiality.
3.6.2.1 Documents & Data; Licensing of Intellectual Property. This Agreement creates a non exclusive and perpetual license for City to copy, use, modify, reuse, or sublicense any and all copyrights, designs, and other intellectual property embodied in plans, specifications, studies, drawings, estimates, and other documents or works of authorship fixed in any tangible medium of expression, including but not limited to, physical drawings or data magnetically or otherwise recorded on computer diskettes, which are prepared or caused to be prepared by Consultant under this Agreement ("Documents & Data"). Consultant shall require all subconsultants to agree in writing that City is granted a non exclusive and perpetual license for any Documents & Data the subconsultant prepares under this Agreement. Consultant represents and warrants that Consultant has the legal right to license any and all Documents & Data. Consultant makes no such representation and warranty in regard to Documents & Data which were prepared by design professionals other than Consultant or provided to Consultant by the City. City shall not be limited in any way in its use of the Documents & Data at any time, provided that any such use not within the purposes intended by this Agreement shall be at City's sole risk.
3.6.2.2 Confidentiality. All ideas, memoranda, specifications, plans, procedures, drawings, descriptions, computer program data, input record data, written information, and other Documents & Data either created by or provided to Consultant in connection with the performance of this Agreement shall be held confidential by Consultant. Such materials shall not, without the prior written consent of City, be used by Consultant for any purposes other than the performance of the Services. Nor shall such materials be disclosed to any person or entity not connected with the performance of the Services or the Project. Nothing furnished to Consultant which is otherwise known to Consultant or is generally known, or has become known, to the related industry shall be deemed confidential. Consultant shall not use City's name or insignia, photographs of the Project, or any publicity pertaining to the Services or the Project in any magazine, trade paper, newspaper, television or radio production or other similar medium without the prior written consent of City.
3.6.2.3 Confidential Information. The City shall refrain from releasing Consultant’s proprietary information ("Proprietary Information") unless the City's legal counsel determines that the release of the Proprietary Information is required by the California Public Records Act or other applicable state or federal law, or order of a court of competent jurisdiction, in which case the City shall notify Consultant of its intention to release Proprietary Information. Consultant shall have five (5)
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12 working days after receipt of the Release Notice to give City written notice of Consultant's objection to the City's release of Proprietary Information. Consultant shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City, and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against all liability, loss, cost or expense (including attorney’s fees) arising out of a legal action brought to compel the release of Proprietary Information. City shall not release the Proprietary Information after receipt of the Objection Notice unless either: (1) Consultant fails to fully indemnify, defend (with City's choice of legal counsel), and hold City harmless from any legal action brought to compel such release; and/or (2) a final and non- appealable order by a court of competent jurisdiction requires that City release such information.
3.6.3 Cooperation; Further Acts. The Parties shall fully cooperate with one another, and shall take any additional acts or sign any additional documents as may be necessary, appropriate or convenient to attain the purposes of this Agreement.
3.6.4 Attorney's Fees. If either party commences an action against the other party, either legal, administrative or otherwise, arising out of or in connection with this Agreement, the prevailing party in such litigation shall be entitled to have and recover from the losing party reason¬able attorney's fees and all other costs of such action.
3.6.5 Indemnification.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Consultant shall defend (with counsel of City’s choosing), indemnify and hold the City, its officials, officers, employees, volunteers and agents free and harmless from any and all claims, demands, causes of action, costs, expenses, liability, loss, damage or injury of any kind, in law or equity, to property or persons, including wrongful death, in any manner arising out of, pertaining to, or incident to any alleged acts, errors or omissions, or willful misconduct of Consultant, its officials, officers, employees, subcontractors, consultants or agents in connection with the performance of the Consultant's Services, the Project or this Agreement, including without limitation the payment of all damages, expert witness fees and attorneys fees and other related costs and expenses. Consultant's obligation to indemnify shall not be restricted to insurance proceeds, if any, received by the Consultant or the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents or volunteers.
If Consultant’s obligation to defend, indemnify, and/or hold harmless arises out of Consultant’s performance as a “design professional” (as that term is defined under Civil Code section 2782.8), then, and only to the extent required by Civil Code section 2782.8, which is fully incorporated herein, Consultant’s indemnification obligation shall be limited to claims that arise out of, pertain to, or relate to the negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct of the Consultant, and, upon Consultant obtaining a final adjudication by a court of competent jurisdiction, Consultant’s liability for such claim, including the cost to defend, shall not exceed the Consultant’s proportionate percentage of fault.
3.6.6 Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire Agreement of the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof, and supersedes all prior negotiations, understandings or agreements. This Agreement may only be modified by a writing signed by both parties.
3.6.7 Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California. Venue shall be in Orange County.
3.6.8 Time of Essence. Time is of the essence for each and every provision of this Agreement.
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13 3.6.9 City's Right to Employ Other Consultants. City reserves right to employ other consultants in connection with this Project.
3.6.10 Successors and Assigns. This Agreement shall be binding on the successors and assigns of the parties.
3.6.11 Assignment or Transfer. Consultant shall not assign, hypothecate, or transfer, either directly or by operation of law, this Agreement or any interest herein without the prior written consent of the City. Any attempt to do so shall be null and void, and any assignees, hypothecates or transferees shall acquire no right or interest by reason of such attempted assignment, hypothecation or transfer.
3.6.12 Construction; References; Captions. Since the Parties or their agents have participated fully in the preparation of this Agreement, the language of this Agreement shall be construed simply, according to its fair meaning, and not strictly for or against any Party. Any term referencing time, days or period for performance shall be deemed calendar days and not work days. All references to Consultant include all personnel, employees, agents, and subconsultants of Consultant, except as otherwise specified in this Agreement. All references to City include its elected officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers except as otherwise specified in this Agreement. The captions of the various articles and paragraphs are for convenience and ease of reference only, and do not define, limit, augment, or describe the scope, content, or intent of this Agreement.
3.6.13 Amendment; Modification. No supplement, modification, or amendment of this Agreement shall be binding unless executed in writing and signed by both Parties.
3.6.14 Waiver. No waiver of any default shall constitute a waiver of any other default or breach, whether of the same or other covenant or condition. No waiver, benefit, privilege, or service voluntarily given or performed by a Party shall give the other Party any contractual rights by custom, estoppel, or otherwise.
3.6.15 No Third-Party Beneficiaries. There are no intended third party beneficiaries of any right or obligation assumed by the Parties.
3.6.16 Invalidity; Severability. If any portion of this Agreement is declared invalid, illegal, or otherwise unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
3.6.17 Prohibited Interests. Consultant maintains and warrants that it has not employed nor retained any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for Consultant¬, to solicit or secure this Agreement. Further, Consultant warrants that it has not paid nor has it agreed to pay any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for Consultant, any fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gift or other consideration contingent upon or resulting from the award or making of this Agreement. For breach or violation of this warranty, City shall have the right to rescind this Agreement without liability. For the term of this Agreement, no member, officer or employee of City, during the term of his or her service with City, shall have any direct interest in this Agreement, or obtain any present or anticipated material benefit arising therefrom.
3.6.18 Equal Opportunity Employment. Consultant represents that it is an equal opportunity employer and it shall not discriminate against any subconsultant, employee or applicant for employment
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14 because of race, religion, color, national origin, handicap, ancestry, sex or age. Such non-discrimination shall include, but not be limited to, all activities related to initial employment, upgrading, demotion, transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising, layoff or termination. Consultant shall also comply with all relevant provisions of City's Minority Business Enterprise program, Affirmative Action Plan or other related programs or guidelines currently in effect or hereinafter enacted.
3.6.19 Labor Certification. By its signature hereunder, Consultant certifies that it is aware of the provisions of Section 3700 of the California Labor Code which require every employer to be insured against liability for Worker's Compensation or to undertake self-insurance in accordance with the provisions of that Code, and agrees to comply with such provisions before commencing the performance of the Services.
3.6.20 Authority to Enter Agreement. Consultant has all requisite power and authority to conduct its business and to execute, deliver, and perform the Agreement. Each Party warrants that the individuals who have signed this Agreement have the legal power, right, and authority to make this Agreement and bind each respective Party.
3.6.21 Counterparts. This Agreement may be signed in counterparts, each of which shall constitute an original.
3.7. Subcontracting.
3.7.1 Prior Approval Required. Consultant shall not subcontract any portion of the work required by this Agreement, except as expressly stated herein, without prior written approval of City. Subcontracts, if any, shall contain a provision making them subject to all provisions stipulated in this Agreement.
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15 4. SIGNATURES.
4.1. SIGNATURES.
CITY OF LAKE FOREST Onward Engineering
By: [AUTHORIZED CITY SIGNATURE]
Robert Pequeño
Mayor
By: [VENDOR SIGNATURE 1]
Majdi Ataya, PE
President
[If Corporation, TWO SIGNATURES,
President OR Vice President AND Secretary
OR Treasurer REQUIRED]
ATTEST:
By: [CITY CLERK SIGNATURE]
Thy Merritt
City Clerk
By: [VENDOR SIGNATURE 2]
Muhammad Ataya
Secretary (Corporation or LLC)
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By: [CITY ATTORNEY SIGNATURE]
Best Best & Krieger LLP
City Attorney
[CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR APPROVAL]
[PROJECT MANAGER APPROVAL]
[CITY CLERK - INSURANCE APPROVAL]
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16 5. EXHIBIT "A" SCOPE OF SERVICES
5.1. EXHIBIT "A" SCOPE OF SERVICES
Consultant shall provide the following Municipal Engineering professional consulting services relative to the City's Municipal Engineering/ Staff Augmentation Services project.
1. General Requirements
1.1 Independent Contractor Status / AB 5 Compliance
All services provided under this Agreement shall be performed by the Consultant as an independent contractor in compliance with applicable California law, including Assembly Bill 5 (Labor Code §2750.3).
The Consultant shall be solely responsible for the means, methods, techniques, sequences, and procedures used to perform the services.
The Consultant shall:
1. Maintain exclusive control and direction over its employees, agents, and subcontractors.
2. Provide all tools, materials, equipment, vehicles, and supervision necessary to perform the services.
3. Determine the manner and method of performance, subject only to the City’s right to specify the desired results, performance standards, and deliverables.
4. Ensure that all personnel assigned to perform services meet applicable professional qualification and licensure requirements.
5. Be solely responsible for all wages, payroll taxes, workers’ compensation, benefits, insurance, and other employer obligations.
6. Ensure that Consultant personnel are not integrated into City employment systems and do not represent themselves as City employees.
City involvement is limited to authorizing services, identifying desired outcomes and priorities, coordinating schedules related to City processes, and reviewing and accepting deliverables for conformance with City standards.
1.2 Authorization of Work
The Consultant shall perform only those services authorized by the Director of Public Works/City Engineer or designee. No work shall commence until written authorization is issued.
1.3 Compliance with Laws and Standards
All services shall be performed in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and standards, including but not limited to:
x City of Lake Forest standards, ordinances, and policies x County of Orange and Caltrans standards (as applicable) x MS4 Permit requirements (Santa Ana & San Diego Region where applicable) x CEQA, NPDES, ADA, and other applicable regulatory requirements x CAL-OSHA requirements related to construction inspection activities
1.4 Reporting and Documentation
The Consultant shall:
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17 x Provide periodic task-level or deliverable-based summaries sufficient to support invoicing and project tracking
x Submit status updates as appropriate to the authorized scope and project schedule x Maintain complete electronic project files in City-approved formats and platforms x Prepare daily inspection reports when inspection services are authorized x Submit all deliverables in City-required formats (PDF, Word, AutoCAD, GIS, or other specified formats)
Individual employee timekeeping shall remain the responsibility of the Consultant.
1.5 Quality Assurance / Quality Control
The Consultant shall perform internal QA/QC on all work products prior to submittal. Work that does not meet applicable standards may be rejected and returned for correction at no additional cost to the City.
1.6 Conflict of Interest
Consultant personnel shall not:
x Perform work for private developers with active projects within the City of Lake Forest x Accept gifts, meals, favors, or gratuities from developers, contractors, or applicants doing business with the City
2. Scope of Services
A. Program Management Services
Minimum Qualifications:
Registered Civil Engineer with a minimum of five (5) years of municipal public works management experience. (20 hrs/week - Estimated level of effort provided for proposal evaluation purposes only)
1. Participation in City Council, Commission, community, and staff meetings related to authorized services.
2. Provision of technical engineering advisory services in coordination with the Director of Public Works/City Engineer.
3. Analysis of City infrastructure needs and preparation of short- and long-term CIP recommendations, including cost estimates and prioritization criteria.
4. Assistance with preparation and updates of the Capital Improvement Program and Public Works operating budgets.
5. Review and technical input related to planning programs, General Plan consistency, and land development proposals.
6. Recommendations regarding engineering-related regulations, ordinances, and policies.
7. Coordination with public agencies, utilities, regulatory bodies, and community stakeholders.
8. Advisory support regarding funding opportunities and preparation of grant applications when authorized.
9. Coordination support for development-related engineering submittals.
10. High-level project coordination, schedule monitoring, and interdepartmental support.
B. Public Works / Development – Plan Check Services
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Registered Civil Engineer with a minimum of five (5) years of municipal land development review experience. (15-20hrs/week - Estimated level of effort provided for proposal evaluation purposes only) Services may include:
1. Review and written comment on development-related engineering submittals, including grading plans, utility plans, improvement plans, and subdivision maps.
2. Review for compliance with City standards, CEQA mitigation measures, MS4/LID requirements, and engineering best practices.
3. Preparation of recommended engineering conditions of approval.
4. Coordination with City staff regarding bonding requirements and applicable fees.
5. Preparation of staff report input and correspondence related to engineering review.
6. Coordination with developers, consultants, contractors, and City staff.
7. Tracking of review activities in City-approved systems or formats.
C. Public Works / Development – Grading & Construction Inspection Minimum Qualifications:
Consultant shall provide qualified inspection personnel with a minimum of five (5) years of experience inspecting public and private construction projects. Inspectors shall maintain current certification as a Qualified Stormwater Practitioner (QSP).(Service availability as required by authorized permits. 36-40 hrs/week - Estimated level of effort provided for proposal evaluation purposes only) Depending on development activity levels, multiple inspectors may be required as authorized by the City.
Responsibilities include:
1. Review of approved engineering plans, specifications, grading permits, and related documentation prior to inspection.
2. Field inspection of grading operations, earthwork, compaction, slopes, drainage systems, streets, storm drains, utilities, and associated public improvements.
3. Observation of construction performed by private developers to verify compliance with approved plans, City standards, geotechnical recommendations, and permit conditions.
4. Inspection of improvements within City streets, medians, slopes, parks, and public easements.
5. Inspection and documentation of Best Management Practices (BMPs) and water quality measures in accordance with MS4 requirements.
6. Inspection of street and storm drain improvements for compliance with approved plans.
7. Preparation of daily inspection reports with photographic documentation.
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19 8. Issuance of field correction notices for non-compliant work; Stop Work authority only when expressly authorized by the City.
9. Attendance at pre-construction and coordination meetings as requested.
10. Recommendations regarding punch list completion and acceptance of work.
11. Coordination with developers, contractors, design professionals, geotechnical consultants, and City staff.
D. Public Works – Encroachment Permit Inspection Services Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum five (5) years municipal construction inspection experience and QSP certification. (Service availability as required by authorized permits. 36-40 hrs/week - Estimated level of effort provided for proposal evaluation purposes only)
Services may include:
1. Review of engineering and traffic control plans for work in the public right-of-way.
2. Inspection of utility installations, pavement restoration, sidewalks, storm drains, and related improvements.
3. Verification of compliance with City standards, permit conditions, WATCH manual requirements, and MS4 requirements/Best Management Practices (BMP) for water quality.
4. Preparation of inspection documentation and reports.
5. Recommendations regarding acceptance of work and notices of completion.
E. Public Works / Development – Landscape & Irrigation Inspection Services Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum five (5) years relevant experience; QSP certification required; ISA Certified Arborist or Landscape Inspector Certification preferred. 10-15 hrs/week - Estimated level of effort provided for proposal evaluation purposes only)
Services may include:
1. Review of approved landscape and irrigation plans.
1. Provide construction observation associated with landscape work performed by developers or on City streets, medians, slopes, and parks to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, permits, and City guidelines and standards including but not limited to:
o Inspection of planting, irrigation systems, soils, and landscape construction. o Verification of plant material compliance with approved plans and specifications. o Inspection of BMPs integrated into landscaped areas.
o Warranty and establishment period inspections.
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20 3. Preparation of inspection reports and acceptance recommendations.
4. Coordination with developers, landscape contractors, and City staff.
F. Supplemental Professional Services – As Authorized
Qualified professionals may be provided to support authorized workloads, including Registered Civil Engineers, technicians, inspectors, or administrative support personnel.
Services may include:
1. Preparation of plans, specifications, cost estimates, and exhibits for City projects.
2. Project management support for capital projects.
3. Preparation of design submittals (30%, 60%, 90%, Final).
4. Coordination with outside agencies for permits, environmental compliance, and funding programs.
5. Supplemental professional services to address workload fluctuations or specialized service needs.
3. Deliverables
Deliverables may include, as authorized:
x Written plan check comments within 10 working days of receipt. x Inspection reports with photographs
x CIP analyses and recommendations
x Technical memoranda
x Grant applications
x Project design packages
x Meeting summaries
x Budget and cost estimate updates
4. Performance Expectations
x Consultant shall provide timely responses consistent with authorized services and project schedules.
x All services shall be performed with professional skill, care, and diligence. x Substitution of key personnel requires prior written approval by the City.
5. Ownership of Documents
All work products generated under this Agreement shall be the property of the City of Lake Forest and shall be provided upon request.
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21 6. EXHIBIT "B" - SCHEDULE OF SERVICES
6.1. EXHIBIT "B" - SCHEDULE OF SERVICES
The Consultant shall provide the services described in Exhibit “A” Scope of Services as directed by the City.
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22 7. EXHIBIT "C" - COMPENSATION
7.1. EXHIBIT "C" - COMPENSATION
Consultant shall be paid for services in accordance with Section 3.3 of the Agreement and as described above under Exhibit “A” Scope of Services and the not to exceed fee of THREE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($300,000.00) to be billed using the following hourly rates:
Initial Term
(Subject to Amendments exercising
optional one-year extensions per
Section 3.1.2 of the Agreement)
Positions
Hourly
Rate
(Year 1)
Hourly
Rate
(Year 2)
Hourly
Rate
(Year 3)
Hourly Rate
Year 4)
Hourly Rate
(Year 5)
Program Manager $200.00 $200.00 $205.00 $205.00 $210.00 Plan and Map Check Engineer $190.00 $190.00 $195.00 $195.00 $200.00 Development Inspector (Grading
Development/QSP) $145.00 $150.00 $155.00 $160.00 $165.00 Encroachment Inspector
(CIP/Encroachment/QSP) $145.00 $150.00 $155.00 $160.00 $165.00 Landscape Inspector
(Developments/CIP/ QSP) $145.00 $150.00 $155.00 $160.00 $165.00 Construction Manager $190.00 $195.00 $195.00 $200.00 $205.00 Project Engineer $150.00 $150.00 $150.00 $160.00 $165.00
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23 8. EXHIBIT "D" - INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
8.1. EXHIBIT "D" - INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
1.1.1 Time for Compliance. Consultant shall not commence work under this Agreement until it has provided evidence satisfactory to the City that it has secured all insurance required under this section. In addition, Consultant shall not allow any subconsultant to commence work on any subcontract until it has provided evidence satisfactory to the City that the subconsultant has secured all insurance required under this section.
1.1.2 Types of Insurance Required. As a condition precedent to the effectiveness of this Agreement for work to be performed hereunder, and without limiting the indemnity provisions of the Agreement, the Consultant, in partial performance of its obligations under such Agreement, shall procure and maintain in full force and effect during the term of the Agreement the following policies of insurance. If the existing policies do not meet the insurance requirements set forth herein, Consultant agrees to amend, supplement or endorse the policies to do so. (A) Commercial General Liability: Commercial General Liability Insurance which affords coverage at least as broad as Insurance Services Office "occurrence" form CG 0001, or the exact equivalent, with limits of not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence and no less than $2,000,000 in the general aggregate. Defense costs shall be paid in addition to the limits. The policy shall contain no endorsements or provisions (1) limiting coverage for contractual liability; (2) excluding coverage for claims or suits by one insured against another (cross-liability); or (3) containing any other exclusion(s) contrary to the terms or purposes of this Agreement.
(B) Automobile Liability Insurance: Automobile Liability Insurance with coverage at least as broad as Insurance Services Office Form CA 0001 covering "Any Auto" (Symbol 1), or the exact equivalent, covering bodily injury and property damage for all activities with limits of not less than $1,000,000 combined limit for each occurrence.
(C) Workers’ Compensation: Workers' Compensation Insurance, as required by the State of California and Employer's Liability Insurance with a limit of not less than $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury and disease.
(D) Professional Liability (Errors & Omissions): Professional Liability insurance or Errors & Omissions insurance appropriate to Consultant’s profession with limits of not less than $1,000,000. Covered professional services shall specifically include all work to be performed under the Agreement and delete any exclusions that may potentially affect the work to be performed (for example, any exclusions relating to lead, asbestos, pollution, testing, underground storage tanks, laboratory analysis, soil work, etc.). If coverage is written on a claims-made basis, the retroactive date shall precede the effective date of the initial Agreement and continuous coverage will be maintained or an extended reporting period will be exercised for a period of at least three (3) years from termination or expiration of this Agreement.
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24 1.1.3 Insurance Endorsements. Required insurance policies shall contain the following provisions, or Consultant shall provide endorsements on forms approved by the City to add the following provisions to the insurance policies:
(A) Commercial General Liability:
(1) Additional Insured: The City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers shall be additional insureds with regard to liability and defense of suits or claims arising out of the performance of the Agreement.
Additional Insured Endorsements shall not (1) be restricted to "ongoing operations"; (2) exclude "contractual liability"; (3) restrict coverage to "sole" liability of Consultant; or (4) contain any other exclusions contrary to the terms or purposes of this Agreement. For all policies of Commercial General Liability insurance, Consultant shall provide endorsements in the form of ISO CG 20 10 10 01 and 20 37 10 01 (or endorsements providing the exact same coverage) to effectuate this requirement. (2) Cancellation: Required insurance policies shall not be canceled or the coverage reduced until a thirty (30) day written notice of cancellation has been served upon the City except ten (10) days shall be allowed for non-payment of premium. (B) Automobile Liability:
(1) Cancellation: Required insurance policies shall not be canceled or the coverage reduced until a thirty (30) day written notice of cancellation has been served upon the City except ten (10) days shall be allowed for non-payment of premium. (C) Professional Liability (Errors & Omissions):
(1) Cancellation: Required insurance policies shall not be canceled or the coverage reduced until a thirty (30) day written notice of cancellation has been served upon the City except ten (10) days shall be allowed for non-payment of premium. (2) Contractual Liability Exclusion Deleted: This insurance shall include contractual liability applicable to this Agreement. The policy must “pay on behalf of” the insured and include a provision establishing the insurer’s duty to defend.
(D) Workers’ Compensation:
(1) Cancellation: Required insurance policies shall not be canceled or the coverage reduced until a thirty (30) day written notice of cancellation has been served upon the City except ten (10) days shall be allowed for non-payment of premium. (2) Waiver of Subrogation: A waiver of subrogation stating that the insurer waives all rights of subrogation against the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers.
1.1.4 Primary and Non-Contributing Insurance. All policies of Commercial General Liability and Automobile Liability insurance shall be primary and any other insurance, deductible, or self- insurance maintained by the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, or volunteers shall not contribute with this primary insurance. Policies shall contain or be endorsed to contain such provisions.
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25 1.1.5 Waiver of Subrogation. All policies of Commercial General Liability and Automobile Liability insurance shall contain or be endorsed to waive subrogation against the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers or shall specifically allow Consultant or others providing insurance evidence in compliance with these specifications to waive their right of recovery prior to a loss. Consultant hereby waives its own right of recovery against the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers, and shall require similar written express waivers and insurance clauses from each of its subconsultants.
1.1.6 Deductibles and Self-Insured Retentions. Any deductible or self-insured retention must be approved in writing by the City and shall protect the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers in the same manner and to the same extent as they would have been protected had the policy or policies not contained a deductible or self-insured retention.
1.1.7 Evidence of Insurance. The Consultant, concurrently with the execution of the Agreement, and as a condition precedent to the effectiveness thereof, shall deliver either certified copies of the required policies, or original certificates on forms approved by the City, together with all endorsements affecting each policy. Required insurance policies shall not be in compliance if they include any limiting provision or endorsement that has not been submitted to the City for approval. The certificates and endorsements for each insurance policy shall be signed by a person authorized by that insurer to bind coverage on its behalf. At least fifteen (15 days) prior to the expiration of any such policy, evidence of insurance showing that such insurance coverage has been renewed or extended shall be filed with the City. If such coverage is cancelled or reduced and not replaced immediately so as to avoid a lapse in the required coverage, Consultant shall, within ten (10) days after receipt of written notice of such cancellation or reduction of coverage, file with the City evidence of insurance showing that the required insurance has been reinstated or has been provided through another insurance company or companies.
1.1.8 Failure to Maintain Coverage. In the event any policy of insurance required under this Agreement does not comply with these specifications or is canceled and not replaced immediately so as to avoid a lapse in the required coverage, 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 payments. In the alternative, City may cancel this Agreement effective upon notice.
1.1.9 Acceptability of Insurers. Each such policy shall be from a company or companies with a current A.M. Best's rating of no less than A:VII and authorized to transact business of insurance in the State of California, or otherwise allowed to place insurance through surplus line brokers under applicable provisions of the California Insurance Code or any federal law.
1.1.10 Enforcement of Contract Provisions (non estoppel). Consultant acknowledges and agrees that actual or alleged failure on the part of the City to inform Consultant of non-compliance with any requirement imposes no additional obligation on the City nor does it waive any rights hereunder.
1.1.11 Requirements Not Limiting. Requirement of specific coverage or minimum limits contained in this Appendix are not intended as a limitation on coverage, limits, or other requirement, or a waiver of any coverage normally provided by any insurance.
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26 1.1.12 Insurance for Subconsultants. Consultant shall include all subconsultants engaged in any work for Consultant relating to this Agreement as additional insureds under the Consultant's policies, or the Consultant shall be responsible for causing subconsultants to purchase the appropriate insurance in compliance with the terms of these Insurance Requirements, including adding the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers as additional insureds to the subconsultant's policies. All policies of Commercial General Liability insurance provided by Consultant’s subconsultants performing work relating to this Agreement shall be endorsed to name the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers as additional insureds using endorsement form ISO CG 20 38 04 13 or an endorsement providing equivalent coverage. Consultant shall not allow any subconsultant to commence work on any subcontract relating to this Agreement until it has received satisfactory evidence of subconsultant’s compliance with all insurance requirements under this Agreement, to the extent applicable. The Consultant shall provide satisfactory evidence of compliance with this section upon request of the City.
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Attachment 3
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MUNICIPAL ENGINEERING SERVICES
(2026-053)
City of Lake Forest
100 Civic Center Dr.
Lake Forest, CA 92630
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City of Lake Forest
Professional Consultant Services Agreement
Municipal Engineering Services
I. PARTIES AND DATE. ..............................................................................
II. RECITALS. ..............................................................................................
III. TERMS...................................................................................................
IV. SIGNATURES. ........................................................................................
V. EXHIBIT "A" SCOPE OF SERVICES ...........................................................
VI. EXHIBIT "B" - SCHEDULE OF SERVICES ..................................................
VII. EXHIBIT "C" - COMPENSATION ..............................................................
VIII. EXHIBIT "D" - INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS ...........................................
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3 1. PARTIES AND DATE.
This Agreement is made and entered into this [***INSERT DAY***] day of [***INSERT MONTH***], [***INSERT YEAR***], by and between the City of Lake Forest, a municipal corporation, organized under the laws of the State of California, with its principal place of business at 100 Civic Center Drive, Lake Forest, California 92630 (“City”) and Transtech Engineers, Inc., a CaliforniaCorporation (Inc.) , with its principal place of business at 13367 Benson Ave, Chino, CA 91710 (“Consultant”). City and Consultant are sometimes individually referred to herein as “Party” and collectively as “Parties.”
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4 2. RECITALS.
2.1. Consultant.
Consultant desires to perform and assume responsibility for the provision of certain professional Municipal Engineering consulting services required by the City on the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. Consultant represents that it is experienced in providing professional Municipal Engineering consulting services to public clients, is licensed in the State of California, and is familiar with the plans of City.
2.2. Project.
City desires to engage Consultant to render such professional Municipal Engineering consulting services for the Municipal Engineering/ Staff Augmentation Services project ("Project") as set forth in this Agreement.
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5 3. TERMS.
3.1. Scope of Services and Term.
3.1.1 General Scope of Services. Consultant promises and agrees to furnish to the City all labor, materials, tools, equipment, services, and incidental and customary work necessary to fully and adequately supply the professional Municipal Engineering consulting services necessary for the Project ("Services"). The Services are more particularly described in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. All Services shall be subject to, and performed in accordance with, this Agreement, the exhibits attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, and all applicable local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations.
3.1.2 Term. The term of this Agreement shall be from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2029, unless earlier terminated as provided herein. The City shall have the unilateral option, at its sole discretion, to renew this Agreement annually for no more than two (2) additional one-year terms. Consultant shall complete the Services within the term of this Agreement, and shall meet any other established schedules and deadlines.
3.2. Responsibilities of Consultant.
3.2.1 Independent Contractor; Control and Payment of Subordinates. The Services shall be performed by Consultant or under its supervision. Consultant will determine the means, methods and details of performing the Services subject to the requirements of this Agreement. City retains Consultant on an independent contractor basis and not as an employee. Consultant retains the right to perform similar or different services for others during the term of this Agreement. Any additional personnel performing the Services under this Agreement on behalf of Consultant shall also not be employees of City and shall at all times be under Consultant's exclusive direction and control. Neither City, nor any of its officials, officers, directors, employees or agents 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 pay all wages, salaries, and other amounts due such personnel in connection with their performance of Services under this Agreement and as required by law. Consultant shall be responsible for all reports and obligations respecting such additional personnel, including, but not limited to: social security taxes, income tax withholding, unemployment insurance, disability insurance, and workers' compensation insurance.
3.2.2 Schedule of Services. Consultant shall perform the Services expeditiously, within the term of this Agreement, and in accordance with the Schedule of Services set forth in Exhibit "B" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. Consultant represents that it has the professional and technical personnel required to perform the Services in conformance with such conditions. In order to facilitate Consultant's conformance with the Schedule, City shall respond to Consultant's submittals in a timely manner. Upon request of City, Consultant shall provide a more detailed schedule of anticipated performance to meet the Schedule of Services.
3.2.3 Conformance to Applicable Requirements. All work prepared by Consultant shall be subject to the approval of City.
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6 3.2.4 Substitution of Key Personnel. Consultant has represented to City that certain key personnel will perform and coordinate the Services under this Agreement. Should one or more of such personnel become unavailable, Consultant may substitute other personnel of at least equal competence upon written approval of City. In the event that City and Consultant cannot agree as to the substitution of key personnel, City shall be entitled to terminate this Agreement for cause. As discussed below, any personnel who fail or refuse to perform the Services in a manner acceptable to the City, or who are determined by the City to be uncooperative, incompetent, a threat to the adequate or timely completion of the Project or a threat to the safety of persons or property, shall be promptly removed from the Project by the Consultant at the request of the City. The key personnel for performance of this Agreement are as follows: Ahmad Ansari, PE, Principal.
3.2.5 City's Representative. The City hereby designates Douglas Erdman, Director of Public Works, or his/her designee, to act as its representative in all matters pertaining to the administration and performance of this Agreement ("City's Representative"). City's Representative shall have the power to act on behalf of the City for review and approval of all products submitted by Consultant but not the authority to enlarge the Scope of Work or change the total compensation due to Consultant under this Agreement. The City Manager shall be authorized to act on City's behalf and to execute all necessary documents which enlarge the Scope of Work or change the Consultant's total compensation subject to the provisions contained in Section 3.3 of this Agreement. Consultant shall not accept direction or orders from any person other than the City Manager, City's Representative or his/her designee.
3.2.6 Consultant's Representative. Consultant hereby designates Ahmad Ansari, PE, Principal, or his/her designee, to act as its representative for the performance of this Agreement ("Consultant's Representative"). Consultant's Representative shall have full authority to represent and act on behalf of the Consultant for all purposes under this Agreement. The Consultant's Representative shall supervise and direct the Services, using his/her best skill and attention, and shall be responsible for all means, methods, techniques, sequences, and procedures and for the satisfactory coordination of all portions of the Services under this Agreement.
3.2.7 Coordination of Services. Consultant agrees to work closely with City staff in the performance of Services and shall be available to City's staff, consultants and other staff at all reasonable times.
3.2.8 Standard of Care; Performance of Employees. Consultant shall perform all Services under this Agreement in a skillful and competent manner, consistent with the standards generally recognized as being employed by professionals in the same discipline in the State of California. Consultant represents and maintains that it is skilled in the professional calling necessary to perform the Services. Consultant warrants that all employees and subconsultants shall have sufficient skill and experience to perform the Services assigned to them. Finally, Consultant represents that it, its employees and subconsultants have all licenses, permits, qualifications and approvals of whatever nature that are legally required to perform the Services, and that such licenses and approvals shall be maintained throughout the term of this Agreement. As provided for in the indemnification provisions of this Agreement, Consultant shall perform, at its own cost and expense and without reimbursement from the City, any services necessary to correct errors or omissions which are caused by the Consultant's failure to comply with the standard of care provided for herein. Any employee of the Consultant or its
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7 sub-consultants who is determined by the City to be uncooperative, incompetent, a threat to the adequate or timely completion of the Project, a threat to the safety of persons or property, or any employee who fails or refuses to perform the Services in a manner acceptable to the City, shall be promptly removed from the Project by the Consultant and shall not be re employed to perform any of the Services or to work on the Project.
3.2.9 Laws and Regulations. Consultant shall keep itself fully informed of and in compliance with all local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations in any manner affecting the performance of the Project or the Services, including all Cal/OSHA requirements, and shall give all notices required by law. Consultant shall be liable for all violations of such laws and regulations in connection with Services. If Consultant performs any work knowing it to be contrary to such laws, rules and regulations, Consultant shall be solely responsible for all costs arising therefrom. Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold City, its officials, directors, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers free and harmless, pursuant to the indemnification provisions of this Agreement, from any claim or liability arising out of any failure or alleged failure to comply with such laws, rules or regulations.
3.2.10 Safety. Consultant shall execute and maintain its work so as to avoid injury or damage to any person or property. In carrying out its Services, the Consultant shall at all times be in compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations, and shall exercise all necessary precautions for the safety of employees appropriate to the nature of the work and the conditions under which the work is to be performed. Safety precautions, where applicable, shall include, but shall not be limited to: (A) adequate life protection and lifesaving equipment and procedures; (B) instructions in accident prevention for all employees and subconsultants, such as safe walkways, scaffolds, fall protection ladders, bridges, gang planks, confined space procedures, trenching and shoring, equipment and other safety devices, equipment and wearing apparel as are necessary or lawfully required to prevent accidents or injuries; and (C) adequate facilities for the proper inspection and maintenance of all safety measures.
3.2.11 Insurance. Consultant agrees to procure and maintain, at Consultant’s expense all insurance specified in Exhibit “D” attached hereto and by this reference incorporated herein. Consultant shall require all subconsultants to carry the same policies and limits of insurance that the Consultant is required to maintain, unless otherwise approved in writing by the City.
3.2.12 Water Quality Management and Compliance.
3.2.12.1 Storm Water Management. Storm, surface, nuisance, or other waters may be encountered at various times during the Services. Consultant hereby acknowledges that it has investigated the risk arising from such waters, and assumes any and all risks and liabilities arising therefrom.
3.2.12.2 Compliance with Water Quality Laws, Ordinances and Regulations. Consultant shall keep itself and all subcontractors, staff, and employees fully informed of and in compliance with all local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations that may impact, or be implicated by the performance of the Services including, without limitation, all applicable provisions of the City’s ordinances regulating water quality and storm water; the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. § 1251, et seq.); the California Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act (Water Code § 13000 et seq.); and any and all regulations, policies, or permits issued pursuant to any such authority. Consultant must additionally comply with the lawful requirements of the City, and any other
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8 municipality, drainage district, or other local agency with jurisdiction over the location where the Services are to be conducted, regulating water quality and storm water discharges.
3.2.12.3 Compliance with DAMP and LIP. In addition to compliance with the laws, ordinances and regulations listed in Section 3.2.12.2 of this Agreement, Consultant must comply with all applicable requirements of the Orange County Drainage Area Management Plan (“DAMP”), the City of Lake Forest Local Implementation Plan (“LIP”) and the applicable Water Quality Management Plan (“WQMP”). The DAMP contains requirements related to design and construction of public projects. Consultant must be familiar the DAMP, and the LIP and comply with the requirements as specified therein.
A copy of the DAMP is available on the internet at:
http://www.ocwatersheds.com/documents/damp/mapplan
A copy of the LIP is available on the internet at:
http://www.lakeforestca.gov/296/Local-Implementation-Plan-LIP
3.2.12.4 Standard of Care. Consultant warrants that all employees and subcontractors shall have sufficient skill and experience to perform the work assigned to them without impacting water quality in violation of the laws, regulations and policies described in Sections 3.2.12.2 and 3.2.12.3 of this Agreement. Consultant further warrants that it, its employees and subcontractors have or will receive adequate training, as determined by the City, regarding these requirements as they may relate to the Services.
3.2.12.5 Liability for Non-compliance.
(A) Indemnity: Failure to comply with laws, regulations, and ordinances listed in Sections 3.2.12.2 and 3.2.12.3 of this Agreement is a violation of federal and state law. Notwithstanding any other indemnity contained in this Agreement, Consultant agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the City, its officials, officers, agents, employees and authorized volunteers from and against any and all claims, demands, losses or liabilities of any kind or nature which the City, its officials, officers, agents, employees and authorized volunteers may sustain or incur for noncompliance with the laws, regulations, and ordinances listed above, arising out of or in connection with the Services, except for liability resulting from the sole established negligence, willful misconduct or active negligence of the City, its officials, officers, agents, employees or authorized volunteers. (B) Defense: City reserves the right to defend any enforcement action or civil action brought against the City for Consultant’s failure to comply with any applicable water quality law, regulation, or policy. Consultant hereby agrees to be bound by, and to reimburse the City for the costs associated with, any settlement reached between the City and the relevant enforcement entity. (C) Damages: City may seek damages from Consultant for delay in completing the Services caused by Consultant’s failure to comply with the laws, regulations and policies described in Sections 3.2.12.2 and 3.2.12.3 of this Agreement, or any other relevant water quality law, regulation, or policy. regulation, or policy.
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9 3.3. Fees and Payments.
3.3.1 Compensation. Consultant shall receive compensation, including authorized reimbursements, for all Services rendered under this Agreement at the rates set forth in Exhibit "C" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. The total compensation shall not exceed THREE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($300,000.00) without written approval of the City Council or City Manager as applicable. Extra Work may be authorized, as described below, and if authorized, will be compensated at the rates and manner set forth in this Agreement.
3.3.2 Payment of Compensation. Consultant shall submit to City a monthly invoice which indicates work completed and hours of Services rendered by Consultant. The invoice shall describe the amount of Services provided since the initial commencement date, or since the start of the subsequent billing periods, as appropriate, through the date of the invoice. City shall, within 30 days of receiving such invoice, review the invoice and pay all non-disputed and approved charges thereon. If the City disputes any of Consultant's fees, the City shall give written notice to Consultant within thirty (30) days of receipt of an invoice of any disputed fees set forth therein.
3.3.3 Reimbursement for Expenses. Consultant shall not be reimbursed for any expenses unless authorized in writing by City, or included in Exhibit "C" of this Agreement.
3.3.4 Extra Work. At any time during the term of this Agreement, City may request that Consultant perform Extra Work. As used herein, "Extra Work" means any work which is determined by City to be necessary for the proper completion of the Project, but which the Parties did not reasonably anticipate would be necessary at the execution of this Agreement. Consultant shall not perform, nor be compensated for, Extra Work without written authorization from the City.
3.3.5 Rate Increases. In the event that this Agreement is renewed pursuant to Section 3.1.2, the rate set forth in Exhibit “C” may be adjusted each year at the time of renewal as set forth in Exhibit “C.”
3.4. Labor Code Requirements.
3.4.1 Prevailing Wages. Consultant is aware of the requirements of California Labor Code Section 1720, et seq., and 1770, et seq., as well as California Code of Regulations, Title 8, Section 16000, et seq., ("Prevailing Wage Laws"), which require the payment of prevailing wage rates and the performance of other requirements on "public works" and "maintenance" projects. Since the Services are being performed as part of an applicable "public works" or "maintenance" project, as defined by the Prevailing Wage Laws, and if the total compensation is $1,000 or more, Consultant agrees to fully comply with such Prevailing Wage Laws. City shall provide Consultant with a copy of the prevailing rates of per diem wages in effect at the commencement of this Agreement. Consultant shall make copies of the prevailing rates of per diem wages for each craft, classification or type of worker needed to execute the Services available to interested parties upon request, and shall post copies at the Consultant's principal place of business and at the project site. It is the intent of the parties to effectuate the requirements of sections 1771, 1774, 1775, 1776, 1777.5, 1813, and 1815 of the Labor Code within this Agreement, and Consultant shall therefore comply with such Labor Code sections to the fullest extent required by law. Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold the City, its officials, officers, employees,
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10 agents, and volunteers free and harmless from any claim or liability arising out of any failure or alleged failure to comply with the Prevailing Wage Laws.
3.4.2 Registration. If the Services are being performed as part of an applicable “public works” or “maintenance” project, in addition to the foregoing, then pursuant to Labor Code sections 1725.5 and 1771.1, the Consultant and all subconsultants must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations (“DIR”). Consultant shall maintain registration for the duration of the project and require the same of any subconsultants. This project may also be subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the DIR. It shall be Contractor’s sole responsibility to comply with all applicable registration and labor compliance requirements, including the submission of payroll records directly to the DIR.
3.5. Accounting Records.
3.5.1 Maintenance and Inspection. Consultant shall maintain complete and accurate records with respect to all costs and expenses incurred under this Agreement. All such records shall be clearly identifiable. Consultant shall allow a representative of City during normal business hours to examine, audit, and make transcripts or copies of such records and any other documents created pursuant to this Agreement. Consultant shall allow inspection of all work, data, documents, proceedings, and activities related to the Agreement for a period of three (3) years from the date of final payment under this Agreement.
3.6. General Provisions.
3.6.1 Termination of Agreement.
3.6.1.1 Grounds for Termination. City may, by written notice to Consultant, terminate the whole or any part of this Agreement at any time and without cause by giving written notice to Consultant of such termination, and specifying the effective date thereof, at least seven (7) days before the effective date of such termination. Upon termination, Consultant shall be compensated only for those services which have been adequately rendered to City, and Consultant shall be entitled to no further compensation. Consultant may not terminate this Agreement except for cause.
3.6.1.2 Effect of Termination. If this Agreement is terminated as provided herein, City may require Consultant to provide all finished or unfinished Documents and Data and other information of any kind prepared by Consultant in connection with the performance of Services under this Agreement. Consultant shall be required to provide such document and other information within fifteen (15) days of the request.
3.6.1.3 Additional Services. In the event this Agreement is terminated in whole or in part as provided herein, City may procure, upon such terms and in such manner as it may determine appropriate, services similar to those terminated.
3.6.1.4 Delivery of Notices. All notices permitted or required under this Agreement shall be given to the respective parties at the following address, or at such other address as the respective parties may provide in writing for this purpose:
Consultant: Transtech Engineers, Inc.
13367 Benson Ave
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ATTN: Ahmad Ansari, PE, Principal
City: City of Lake Forest
100 Civic Center Drive
Lake Forest, CA 92630
ATTN: City Clerk
Such notice shall be deemed made when personally delivered or when mailed, forty-eight (48) hours after deposit in the U.S. Mail, first class postage prepaid and addressed to the party at its applicable address. Actual notice shall be deemed adequate notice on the date actual notice occurred, regardless of the method of service.
3.6.2 Ownership of Materials and Confidentiality.
3.6.2.1 Documents & Data; Licensing of Intellectual Property. This Agreement creates a non exclusive and perpetual license for City to copy, use, modify, reuse, or sublicense any and all copyrights, designs, and other intellectual property embodied in plans, specifications, studies, drawings, estimates, and other documents or works of authorship fixed in any tangible medium of expression, including but not limited to, physical drawings or data magnetically or otherwise recorded on computer diskettes, which are prepared or caused to be prepared by Consultant under this Agreement ("Documents & Data"). Consultant shall require all subconsultants to agree in writing that City is granted a non exclusive and perpetual license for any Documents & Data the subconsultant prepares under this Agreement. Consultant represents and warrants that Consultant has the legal right to license any and all Documents & Data. Consultant makes no such representation and warranty in regard to Documents & Data which were prepared by design professionals other than Consultant or provided to Consultant by the City. City shall not be limited in any way in its use of the Documents & Data at any time, provided that any such use not within the purposes intended by this Agreement shall be at City's sole risk.
3.6.2.2 Confidentiality. All ideas, memoranda, specifications, plans, procedures, drawings, descriptions, computer program data, input record data, written information, and other Documents & Data either created by or provided to Consultant in connection with the performance of this Agreement shall be held confidential by Consultant. Such materials shall not, without the prior written consent of City, be used by Consultant for any purposes other than the performance of the Services. Nor shall such materials be disclosed to any person or entity not connected with the performance of the Services or the Project. Nothing furnished to Consultant which is otherwise known to Consultant or is generally known, or has become known, to the related industry shall be deemed confidential. Consultant shall not use City's name or insignia, photographs of the Project, or any publicity pertaining to the Services or the Project in any magazine, trade paper, newspaper, television or radio production or other similar medium without the prior written consent of City.
3.6.2.3 Confidential Information. The City shall refrain from releasing Consultant’s proprietary information ("Proprietary Information") unless the City's legal counsel determines that the release of the Proprietary Information is required by the California Public Records Act or other applicable state or federal law, or order of a court of competent jurisdiction, in which case the City shall notify Consultant of its intention to release Proprietary Information. Consultant shall have five (5)
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12 working days after receipt of the Release Notice to give City written notice of Consultant's objection to the City's release of Proprietary Information. Consultant shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City, and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against all liability, loss, cost or expense (including attorney’s fees) arising out of a legal action brought to compel the release of Proprietary Information. City shall not release the Proprietary Information after receipt of the Objection Notice unless either: (1) Consultant fails to fully indemnify, defend (with City's choice of legal counsel), and hold City harmless from any legal action brought to compel such release; and/or (2) a final and non- appealable order by a court of competent jurisdiction requires that City release such information.
3.6.3 Cooperation; Further Acts. The Parties shall fully cooperate with one another, and shall take any additional acts or sign any additional documents as may be necessary, appropriate or convenient to attain the purposes of this Agreement.
3.6.4 Attorney's Fees. If either party commences an action against the other party, either legal, administrative or otherwise, arising out of or in connection with this Agreement, the prevailing party in such litigation shall be entitled to have and recover from the losing party reason¬able attorney's fees and all other costs of such action.
3.6.5 Indemnification.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Consultant shall defend (with counsel of City’s choosing), indemnify and hold the City, its officials, officers, employees, volunteers and agents free and harmless from any and all claims, demands, causes of action, costs, expenses, liability, loss, damage or injury of any kind, in law or equity, to property or persons, including wrongful death, in any manner arising out of, pertaining to, or incident to any alleged acts, errors or omissions, or willful misconduct of Consultant, its officials, officers, employees, subcontractors, consultants or agents in connection with the performance of the Consultant's Services, the Project or this Agreement, including without limitation the payment of all damages, expert witness fees and attorneys fees and other related costs and expenses. Consultant's obligation to indemnify shall not be restricted to insurance proceeds, if any, received by the Consultant or the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents or volunteers.
If Consultant’s obligation to defend, indemnify, and/or hold harmless arises out of Consultant’s performance as a “design professional” (as that term is defined under Civil Code section 2782.8), then, and only to the extent required by Civil Code section 2782.8, which is fully incorporated herein, Consultant’s indemnification obligation shall be limited to claims that arise out of, pertain to, or relate to the negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct of the Consultant, and, upon Consultant obtaining a final adjudication by a court of competent jurisdiction, Consultant’s liability for such claim, including the cost to defend, shall not exceed the Consultant’s proportionate percentage of fault.
3.6.6 Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire Agreement of the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof, and supersedes all prior negotiations, understandings or agreements. This Agreement may only be modified by a writing signed by both parties.
3.6.7 Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California. Venue shall be in Orange County.
3.6.8 Time of Essence. Time is of the essence for each and every provision of this Agreement.
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13 3.6.9 City's Right to Employ Other Consultants. City reserves right to employ other consultants in connection with this Project.
3.6.10 Successors and Assigns. This Agreement shall be binding on the successors and assigns of the parties.
3.6.11 Assignment or Transfer. Consultant shall not assign, hypothecate, or transfer, either directly or by operation of law, this Agreement or any interest herein without the prior written consent of the City. Any attempt to do so shall be null and void, and any assignees, hypothecates or transferees shall acquire no right or interest by reason of such attempted assignment, hypothecation or transfer.
3.6.12 Construction; References; Captions. Since the Parties or their agents have participated fully in the preparation of this Agreement, the language of this Agreement shall be construed simply, according to its fair meaning, and not strictly for or against any Party. Any term referencing time, days or period for performance shall be deemed calendar days and not work days. All references to Consultant include all personnel, employees, agents, and subconsultants of Consultant, except as otherwise specified in this Agreement. All references to City include its elected officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers except as otherwise specified in this Agreement. The captions of the various articles and paragraphs are for convenience and ease of reference only, and do not define, limit, augment, or describe the scope, content, or intent of this Agreement.
3.6.13 Amendment; Modification. No supplement, modification, or amendment of this Agreement shall be binding unless executed in writing and signed by both Parties.
3.6.14 Waiver. No waiver of any default shall constitute a waiver of any other default or breach, whether of the same or other covenant or condition. No waiver, benefit, privilege, or service voluntarily given or performed by a Party shall give the other Party any contractual rights by custom, estoppel, or otherwise.
3.6.15 No Third-Party Beneficiaries. There are no intended third party beneficiaries of any right or obligation assumed by the Parties.
3.6.16 Invalidity; Severability. If any portion of this Agreement is declared invalid, illegal, or otherwise unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
3.6.17 Prohibited Interests. Consultant maintains and warrants that it has not employed nor retained any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for Consultant¬, to solicit or secure this Agreement. Further, Consultant warrants that it has not paid nor has it agreed to pay any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for Consultant, any fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gift or other consideration contingent upon or resulting from the award or making of this Agreement. For breach or violation of this warranty, City shall have the right to rescind this Agreement without liability. For the term of this Agreement, no member, officer or employee of City, during the term of his or her service with City, shall have any direct interest in this Agreement, or obtain any present or anticipated material benefit arising therefrom.
3.6.18 Equal Opportunity Employment. Consultant represents that it is an equal opportunity employer and it shall not discriminate against any subconsultant, employee or applicant for employment
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14 because of race, religion, color, national origin, handicap, ancestry, sex or age. Such non-discrimination shall include, but not be limited to, all activities related to initial employment, upgrading, demotion, transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising, layoff or termination. Consultant shall also comply with all relevant provisions of City's Minority Business Enterprise program, Affirmative Action Plan or other related programs or guidelines currently in effect or hereinafter enacted.
3.6.19 Labor Certification. By its signature hereunder, Consultant certifies that it is aware of the provisions of Section 3700 of the California Labor Code which require every employer to be insured against liability for Worker's Compensation or to undertake self-insurance in accordance with the provisions of that Code, and agrees to comply with such provisions before commencing the performance of the Services.
3.6.20 Authority to Enter Agreement. Consultant has all requisite power and authority to conduct its business and to execute, deliver, and perform the Agreement. Each Party warrants that the individuals who have signed this Agreement have the legal power, right, and authority to make this Agreement and bind each respective Party.
3.6.21 Counterparts. This Agreement may be signed in counterparts, each of which shall constitute an original.
3.7. Subcontracting.
3.7.1 Prior Approval Required. Consultant shall not subcontract any portion of the work required by this Agreement, except as expressly stated herein, without prior written approval of City. Subcontracts, if any, shall contain a provision making them subject to all provisions stipulated in this Agreement.
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15 4. SIGNATURES.
4.1. SIGNATURES.
CITY OF LAKE FOREST Transtech Engineers, Inc.
By: [AUTHORIZED CITY SIGNATURE]
Robert Pequeño
Mayor
By: [VENDOR SIGNATURE 1]
Allen Cayir
President
[If Corporation, TWO SIGNATURES,
President OR Vice President AND Secretary
OR Treasurer REQUIRED]
ATTEST:
By: [CITY CLERK SIGNATURE]
Thy Merritt
City Clerk
By: [VENDOR SIGNATURE 2]
Sybil Cayir
Secretary (Corporation or LLC)
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By: [CITY ATTORNEY SIGNATURE]
Best Best & Krieger LLP
City Attorney
[CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR APPROVAL]
[PROJECT MANAGER APPROVAL]
[CITY CLERK - INSURANCE APPROVAL]
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16 5. EXHIBIT "A" SCOPE OF SERVICES
5.1. EXHIBIT "A" SCOPE OF SERVICES
Consultant shall provide the following Municipal Engineering professional consulting services relative to the City's Municipal Engineering/ Staff Augmentation Services project.
1. General Requirements
1.1 Independent Contractor Status / AB 5 Compliance
All services provided under this Agreement shall be performed by the Consultant as an independent contractor in compliance with applicable California law, including Assembly Bill 5 (Labor Code §2750.3).
The Consultant shall be solely responsible for the means, methods, techniques, sequences, and procedures used to perform the services.
The Consultant shall:
1. Maintain exclusive control and direction over its employees, agents, and subcontractors.
2. Provide all tools, materials, equipment, vehicles, and supervision necessary to perform the services.
3. Determine the manner and method of performance, subject only to the City’s right to specify the desired results, performance standards, and deliverables.
4. Ensure that all personnel assigned to perform services meet applicable professional qualification and licensure requirements.
5. Be solely responsible for all wages, payroll taxes, workers’ compensation, benefits, insurance, and other employer obligations.
6. Ensure that Consultant personnel are not integrated into City employment systems and do not represent themselves as City employees.
City involvement is limited to authorizing services, identifying desired outcomes and priorities, coordinating schedules related to City processes, and reviewing and accepting deliverables for conformance with City standards.
1.2 Authorization of Work
The Consultant shall perform only those services authorized by the Director of Public Works/City Engineer or designee. No work shall commence until written authorization is issued.
1.3 Compliance with Laws and Standards
All services shall be performed in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and standards, including but not limited to:
x City of Lake Forest standards, ordinances, and policies x County of Orange and Caltrans standards (as applicable) x MS4 Permit requirements (Santa Ana & San Diego Region where applicable) x CEQA, NPDES, ADA, and other applicable regulatory requirements x CAL-OSHA requirements related to construction inspection activities
1.4 Reporting and Documentation
The Consultant shall:
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17 x Provide periodic task-level or deliverable-based summaries sufficient to support invoicing and project tracking
x Submit status updates as appropriate to the authorized scope and project schedule x Maintain complete electronic project files in City-approved formats and platforms x Prepare daily inspection reports when inspection services are authorized x Submit all deliverables in City-required formats (PDF, Word, AutoCAD, GIS, or other specified formats)
Individual employee timekeeping shall remain the responsibility of the Consultant.
1.5 Quality Assurance / Quality Control
The Consultant shall perform internal QA/QC on all work products prior to submittal. Work that does not meet applicable standards may be rejected and returned for correction at no additional cost to the City.
1.6 Conflict of Interest
Consultant personnel shall not:
x Perform work for private developers with active projects within the City of Lake Forest x Accept gifts, meals, favors, or gratuities from developers, contractors, or applicants doing business with the City
2. Scope of Services
A. Program Management Services
Minimum Qualifications:
Registered Civil Engineer with a minimum of five (5) years of municipal public works management experience. (20 hrs/week - Estimated level of effort provided for proposal evaluation purposes only)
1. Participation in City Council, Commission, community, and staff meetings related to authorized services.
2. Provision of technical engineering advisory services in coordination with the Director of Public Works/City Engineer.
3. Analysis of City infrastructure needs and preparation of short- and long-term CIP recommendations, including cost estimates and prioritization criteria.
4. Assistance with preparation and updates of the Capital Improvement Program and Public Works operating budgets.
5. Review and technical input related to planning programs, General Plan consistency, and land development proposals.
6. Recommendations regarding engineering-related regulations, ordinances, and policies.
7. Coordination with public agencies, utilities, regulatory bodies, and community stakeholders.
8. Advisory support regarding funding opportunities and preparation of grant applications when authorized.
9. Coordination support for development-related engineering submittals.
10. High-level project coordination, schedule monitoring, and interdepartmental support.
B. Public Works / Development – Plan Check Services
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18 Minimum Qualifications:
Registered Civil Engineer with a minimum of five (5) years of municipal land development review experience. (15-20hrs/week - Estimated level of effort provided for proposal evaluation purposes only) Services may include:
1. Review and written comment on development-related engineering submittals, including grading plans, utility plans, improvement plans, and subdivision maps.
2. Review for compliance with City standards, CEQA mitigation measures, MS4/LID requirements, and engineering best practices.
3. Preparation of recommended engineering conditions of approval.
4. Coordination with City staff regarding bonding requirements and applicable fees.
5. Preparation of staff report input and correspondence related to engineering review.
6. Coordination with developers, consultants, contractors, and City staff.
7. Tracking of review activities in City-approved systems or formats.
C. Public Works / Development – Grading & Construction Inspection Minimum Qualifications:
Consultant shall provide qualified inspection personnel with a minimum of five (5) years of experience inspecting public and private construction projects. Inspectors shall maintain current certification as a Qualified Stormwater Practitioner (QSP).(Service availability as required by authorized permits. 36-40 hrs/week - Estimated level of effort provided for proposal evaluation purposes only) Depending on development activity levels, multiple inspectors may be required as authorized by the City.
Responsibilities include:
1. Review of approved engineering plans, specifications, grading permits, and related documentation prior to inspection.
2. Field inspection of grading operations, earthwork, compaction, slopes, drainage systems, streets, storm drains, utilities, and associated public improvements.
3. Observation of construction performed by private developers to verify compliance with approved plans, City standards, geotechnical recommendations, and permit conditions.
4. Inspection of improvements within City streets, medians, slopes, parks, and public easements.
5. Inspection and documentation of Best Management Practices (BMPs) and water quality measures in accordance with MS4 requirements.
6. Inspection of street and storm drain improvements for compliance with approved plans.
7. Preparation of daily inspection reports with photographic documentation.
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19 8. Issuance of field correction notices for non-compliant work; Stop Work authority only when expressly authorized by the City.
9. Attendance at pre-construction and coordination meetings as requested.
10. Recommendations regarding punch list completion and acceptance of work.
11. Coordination with developers, contractors, design professionals, geotechnical consultants, and City staff.
D. Public Works – Encroachment Permit Inspection Services Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum five (5) years municipal construction inspection experience and QSP certification. (Service availability as required by authorized permits. 36-40 hrs/week - Estimated level of effort provided for proposal evaluation purposes only)
Services may include:
1. Review of engineering and traffic control plans for work in the public right-of-way.
2. Inspection of utility installations, pavement restoration, sidewalks, storm drains, and related improvements.
3. Verification of compliance with City standards, permit conditions, WATCH manual requirements, and MS4 requirements/Best Management Practices (BMP) for water quality.
4. Preparation of inspection documentation and reports.
5. Recommendations regarding acceptance of work and notices of completion.
E. Public Works / Development – Landscape & Irrigation Inspection Services Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum five (5) years relevant experience; QSP certification required; ISA Certified Arborist or Landscape Inspector Certification preferred. 10-15 hrs/week - Estimated level of effort provided for proposal evaluation purposes only)
Services may include:
1. Review of approved landscape and irrigation plans.
1. Provide construction observation associated with landscape work performed by developers or on City streets, medians, slopes, and parks to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, permits, and City guidelines and standards including but not limited to:
o Inspection of planting, irrigation systems, soils, and landscape construction. o Verification of plant material compliance with approved plans and specifications. o Inspection of BMPs integrated into landscaped areas.
o Warranty and establishment period inspections.
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20 3. Preparation of inspection reports and acceptance recommendations.
4. Coordination with developers, landscape contractors, and City staff.
F. Supplemental Professional Services – As Authorized
Qualified professionals may be provided to support authorized workloads, including Registered Civil Engineers, technicians, inspectors, or administrative support personnel.
Services may include:
1. Preparation of plans, specifications, cost estimates, and exhibits for City projects.
2. Project management support for capital projects.
3. Preparation of design submittals (30%, 60%, 90%, Final).
4. Coordination with outside agencies for permits, environmental compliance, and funding programs.
5. Supplemental professional services to address workload fluctuations or specialized service needs.
3. Deliverables
Deliverables may include, as authorized:
x Written plan check comments within 10 working days of receipt. x Inspection reports with photographs
x CIP analyses and recommendations
x Technical memoranda
x Grant applications
x Project design packages
x Meeting summaries
x Budget and cost estimate updates
4. Performance Expectations
x Consultant shall provide timely responses consistent with authorized services and project schedules.
x All services shall be performed with professional skill, care, and diligence. x Substitution of key personnel requires prior written approval by the City.
5. Ownership of Documents
All work products generated under this Agreement shall be the property of the City of Lake Forest and shall be provided upon request.
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21 6. EXHIBIT "B" - SCHEDULE OF SERVICES
6.1. EXHIBIT "B" - SCHEDULE OF SERVICES
The Consultant shall provide the services described in Exhibit “A” Scope of Services as directed by the City.
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22 7. EXHIBIT "C" - COMPENSATION
7.1. EXHIBIT "C" - COMPENSATION
Consultant shall be paid for services in accordance with Section 3.3 of the Agreement and as described above under Exhibit “A” Scope of Services and the not to exceed fee of THREE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($300,000.00) to be billed using the following hourly rates:
Initial Term
(Subject to Amendments exercising
optional one-year extensions per Section
3.1.2 of the Agreement)
Primary Positions
Hourly
Rate
(Year 1)
Hourly
Rate
(Year 2)
Hourly
Rate
(Year 3)
Hourly Rate
(Year 4)
Hourly Rate
(Year 5)
Program Manager $200.00 $205.00 $210.00 $215.00 $220.00 Plan and Map Check Engineer $175.00 $180.00 $185.00 $190.00 $195.00 Development Inspector (Grading
Development/QSP) $175.00 $180.00 $185.00 $190.00 $195.00 Encroachment Inspector
(CIP/Encroachment/QSP) $175.00 $180.00 $185.00 $190.00 $195.00 Landscape Inspector
(Developments/CIP/ QSP) $175.00 $180.00 $185.00 $190.00 $195.00
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24 8. EXHIBIT "D" - INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
8.1. EXHIBIT "D" - INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
1.1.1 Time for Compliance. Consultant shall not commence work under this Agreement until it has provided evidence satisfactory to the City that it has secured all insurance required under this section. In addition, Consultant shall not allow any subconsultant to commence work on any subcontract until it has provided evidence satisfactory to the City that the subconsultant has secured all insurance required under this section.
1.1.2 Types of Insurance Required. As a condition precedent to the effectiveness of this Agreement for work to be performed hereunder, and without limiting the indemnity provisions of the Agreement, the Consultant, in partial performance of its obligations under such Agreement, shall procure and maintain in full force and effect during the term of the Agreement the following policies of insurance. If the existing policies do not meet the insurance requirements set forth herein, Consultant agrees to amend, supplement or endorse the policies to do so. (A) Commercial General Liability: Commercial General Liability Insurance which affords coverage at least as broad as Insurance Services Office "occurrence" form CG 0001, or the exact equivalent, with limits of not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence and no less than $2,000,000 in the general aggregate. Defense costs shall be paid in addition to the limits. The policy shall contain no endorsements or provisions (1) limiting coverage for contractual liability; (2) excluding coverage for claims or suits by one insured against another (cross-liability); or (3) containing any other exclusion(s) contrary to the terms or purposes of this Agreement.
(B) Automobile Liability Insurance: Automobile Liability Insurance with coverage at least as broad as Insurance Services Office Form CA 0001 covering "Any Auto" (Symbol 1), or the exact equivalent, covering bodily injury and property damage for all activities with limits of not less than $1,000,000 combined limit for each occurrence.
(C) Workers’ Compensation: Workers' Compensation Insurance, as required by the State of California and Employer's Liability Insurance with a limit of not less than $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury and disease.
(D) Professional Liability (Errors & Omissions): Professional Liability insurance or Errors & Omissions insurance appropriate to Consultant’s profession with limits of not less than $1,000,000. Covered professional services shall specifically include all work to be performed under the Agreement and delete any exclusions that may potentially affect the work to be performed (for example, any exclusions relating to lead, asbestos, pollution, testing, underground storage tanks, laboratory analysis, soil work, etc.). If coverage is written on a claims-made basis, the retroactive date shall precede the effective date of the initial Agreement and continuous coverage will be maintained or an extended reporting period will be exercised for a period of at least three (3) years from termination or expiration of this Agreement.
1.1.3 Insurance Endorsements. Required insurance policies shall contain the following provisions, or Consultant shall provide endorsements on forms approved by the City to add the following provisions to the insurance policies:
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25 (A) Commercial General Liability:
(1) Additional Insured: The City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers shall be additional insureds with regard to liability and defense of suits or claims arising out of the performance of the Agreement.
Additional Insured Endorsements shall not (1) be restricted to "ongoing operations"; (2) exclude "contractual liability"; (3) restrict coverage to "sole" liability of Consultant; or (4) contain any other exclusions contrary to the terms or purposes of this Agreement. For all policies of Commercial General Liability insurance, Consultant shall provide endorsements in the form of ISO CG 20 10 10 01 and 20 37 10 01 (or endorsements providing the exact same coverage) to effectuate this requirement. (2) Cancellation: Required insurance policies shall not be canceled or the coverage reduced until a thirty (30) day written notice of cancellation has been served upon the City except ten (10) days shall be allowed for non-payment of premium. (B) Automobile Liability:
(1) Cancellation: Required insurance policies shall not be canceled or the coverage reduced until a thirty (30) day written notice of cancellation has been served upon the City except ten (10) days shall be allowed for non-payment of premium. (C) Professional Liability (Errors & Omissions):
(1) Cancellation: Required insurance policies shall not be canceled or the coverage reduced until a thirty (30) day written notice of cancellation has been served upon the City except ten (10) days shall be allowed for non-payment of premium. (2) Contractual Liability Exclusion Deleted: This insurance shall include contractual liability applicable to this Agreement. The policy must “pay on behalf of” the insured and include a provision establishing the insurer’s duty to defend.
(D) Workers’ Compensation:
(1) Cancellation: Required insurance policies shall not be canceled or the coverage reduced until a thirty (30) day written notice of cancellation has been served upon the City except ten (10) days shall be allowed for non-payment of premium. (2) Waiver of Subrogation: A waiver of subrogation stating that the insurer waives all rights of subrogation against the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers.
1.1.4 Primary and Non-Contributing Insurance. All policies of Commercial General Liability and Automobile Liability insurance shall be primary and any other insurance, deductible, or self- insurance maintained by the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, or volunteers shall not contribute with this primary insurance. Policies shall contain or be endorsed to contain such provisions.
1.1.5 Waiver of Subrogation. All policies of Commercial General Liability and Automobile Liability insurance shall contain or be endorsed to waive subrogation against the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers or shall specifically allow Consultant or others providing insurance evidence in compliance with these specifications to waive their right of recovery prior to a
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26 loss. Consultant hereby waives its own right of recovery against the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers, and shall require similar written express waivers and insurance clauses from each of its subconsultants.
1.1.6 Deductibles and Self-Insured Retentions. Any deductible or self-insured retention must be approved in writing by the City and shall protect the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers in the same manner and to the same extent as they would have been protected had the policy or policies not contained a deductible or self-insured retention.
1.1.7 Evidence of Insurance. The Consultant, concurrently with the execution of the Agreement, and as a condition precedent to the effectiveness thereof, shall deliver either certified copies of the required policies, or original certificates on forms approved by the City, together with all endorsements affecting each policy. Required insurance policies shall not be in compliance if they include any limiting provision or endorsement that has not been submitted to the City for approval. The certificates and endorsements for each insurance policy shall be signed by a person authorized by that insurer to bind coverage on its behalf. At least fifteen (15 days) prior to the expiration of any such policy, evidence of insurance showing that such insurance coverage has been renewed or extended shall be filed with the City. If such coverage is cancelled or reduced and not replaced immediately so as to avoid a lapse in the required coverage, Consultant shall, within ten (10) days after receipt of written notice of such cancellation or reduction of coverage, file with the City evidence of insurance showing that the required insurance has been reinstated or has been provided through another insurance company or companies.
1.1.8 Failure to Maintain Coverage. In the event any policy of insurance required under this Agreement does not comply with these specifications or is canceled and not replaced immediately so as to avoid a lapse in the required coverage, 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 payments. In the alternative, City may cancel this Agreement effective upon notice.
1.1.9 Acceptability of Insurers. Each such policy shall be from a company or companies with a current A.M. Best's rating of no less than A:VII and authorized to transact business of insurance in the State of California, or otherwise allowed to place insurance through surplus line brokers under applicable provisions of the California Insurance Code or any federal law.
1.1.10 Enforcement of Contract Provisions (non estoppel). Consultant acknowledges and agrees that actual or alleged failure on the part of the City to inform Consultant of non-compliance with any requirement imposes no additional obligation on the City nor does it waive any rights hereunder.
1.1.11 Requirements Not Limiting. Requirement of specific coverage or minimum limits contained in this Appendix are not intended as a limitation on coverage, limits, or other requirement, or a waiver of any coverage normally provided by any insurance.
1.1.12 Insurance for Subconsultants. Consultant shall include all subconsultants engaged in any work for Consultant relating to this Agreement as additional insureds under the Consultant's policies, or the Consultant shall be responsible for causing subconsultants to purchase the appropriate insurance in compliance with the terms of these Insurance Requirements, including adding the City, its
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27 officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers as additional insureds to the subconsultant's policies. All policies of Commercial General Liability insurance provided by Consultant’s subconsultants performing work relating to this Agreement shall be endorsed to name the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers as additional insureds using endorsement form ISO CG 20 38 04 13 or an endorsement providing equivalent coverage. Consultant shall not allow any subconsultant to commence work on any subcontract relating to this Agreement until it has received satisfactory evidence of subconsultant’s compliance with all insurance requirements under this Agreement, to the extent applicable. The Consultant shall provide satisfactory evidence of compliance with this section upon request of the City.
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Attachment 4
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Contact #1: Contact #2: Contact #3:
Agency: City of Long Beach CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH City of Brea Contact Info:
Joshua Hickman, Deputy Director -
Public Works Sejal Patel, Principal Civil Engineer Ryan Chapman City Engineer Phone: 562.570.5714 714.536.5431 714.990.7763
Email: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
QUESTIONS RESPONSE RESPONSE RESPONSE
1. W
hat were the services
performed?
Services provided include
engineering and design,
construction and project
management.
Rehab project and chlorine
removal project.
Ardurra is currently included as part of the on-call design service contract for the City of Brea for the past 7-10 years.
Ardurra has provided support in the development
of sidewalk improvement PS&E packages, sanitary sewer
lift station PS&E packages, and in development project
plan check support.
2. How would you rate the quality
of work? 5 3
3 - Fair. Overall the quality of work performed by Ardurra has been good, although small errors in items and
attention to detail have been experienced on the CIP
projects that we have worked on with. With respect to
development project plan check support the quality of
work has been good in the past, but has waned in recent years causing City staff to reach out to other consultants for support.
3. H
ow well did they adhere to
budget
?
4 - Some budget constraints
we’re not within their control
and have done a good job
managing difficult budget
constraints
4 4 =
Good.
Overall Ardurra provides support and stays
within the allocated contract amount, or coordinates on any necessary change order requests.
4. Rate the day-to-day
communication with the firm.
5 -Always available when
needed 5 -Great team to work with.
3 - Fair. Currently the assigned point of contact for the on- call contract is very responsive, is trustworthy, and
communicates well with the City and project team(s).
As
Ardurra is a larger firm, they have capacity to provide support on projects through offices in remote/out-of-state locations as necessary.
On certain CIP projects
communications and timeliness of deliverables/schedule
adherence has been difficult with these remote offices.
That being said the local team communicates well.
DATE: 6/16/2026
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Municipal Engineering Services
REFERENCE CHECK - Ardurra
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5. Would you hire the firm again? Yes yes Yes, in the capacity for select small-scale CIP projects and for plan check support services.
6. Do you have any additional
comments or information
regarding your experience with
the firm?
I have and continue to work
with them for over 9 years.
Project Mnagement team was
good. However, their QA/QC
submittal was unacceptable.
Submitted a 90% complete
package. Did a copy and paste
from a San Diego project and that
of San Diego reference was
throughout submittal.
Again, overall the local office presence and representative has been very responsive, understanding, and great to
work with, but the external/out-of-state support has been less than satisfactory based on project performance on 1 individual CIP project.
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Attachment 5
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Contact #1: Contact #2: Contact #3:
Agency: City of Laguna Niguel CITY OF Anaheim City of Fountain Valley Contact Info:
Harrison Martin, Senior Civil
Engineer
Megan Hajimomen, Associate Civil
Engineer Ryan Damon, Assistant Engineer
Phone: 949-362-4337 714-765-5100 x5818 714-593-4443
Email: [email protected] mhajimomen@anaheim,net [email protected]
QUESTIONS RESPONSE RESPONSE RESPONSE
1. What were the services
performed?
Niguel Road street rehabilitation
project
Broadway and Manchester
Avenue Rehabilitation Projects
Arterial Street Improvement
Project
2. How would you rate the quality
of work? 4 4
5 - Work quality has always been
good; however, staff have utilized
Chino as a PM for recent projects
and his QA/QC is exceptional
3. How well did they adhere to
budget? 5 4 5 - They have always completed
their project at or under budget.
4.Rate the day-to-day
communication with the firm. 4 5 5 - Onward staff are incredibly friendly and responsive.
5. Would you hire the firm again? 4 5
Yes, they have been on the
City’s on-call Roadway Design
list for the last several years.
6. Do you have any additional
comments or information
regarding your experience with
the firm?
None
Very responsive &
knowledgeable. Easy to work
with.
They are a very reliable and high-
quality firm.
DATE: 6/16/2026
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Municipal Engineering Services
REFERENCE CHECK - Onward Engineering
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Attachment 6
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Contact #1: Contact #2: Contact #3:
Agency: CITY OF ROSEMEAD CITY OF MONTEREY PARK CITY OF ALHAMBRA Contact Info: Ben Kim, City Manager
Shawn Igoe, Director of Public
Works
Andrew Ho, Community
Development Director
Phone: 626-569-2169 626-307-1320 626-570-5041
Email: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
QUESTIONS RESPONSE RESPONSE RESPONSE
1. What were the services
performed?
Building and Public Works
Plancheck & Inspections
Currently, they provide staff
augmentation for engineering, City
Engineer, the Building official, and
building inspector. They also
provide support for traffic studies,
plan review, design, etc. They have
also provided PW inspector staff
augmentation in the past.
Building staffing, inspections, plan
checks, traffic engineering, and
civil engineering.
2. How would you rate the quality
of work? 5
5 - Their quality of work is
outstanding. They are dedicated,
reliable and go the extra mile.
I give Transtech a five (5).
Transtech is quick, accurate and
responsive to all disciplines of
services they provide to the City of
Alhambra.
3. How well did they adhere to
budget?
5. Met. Provided additional
services when asked.
5 -They adhere to the budget you
provide them and should there be
a need to increase, they provide
advance notice of such.
Five (5). Transtech has never gone
overbudget, and they consistently
stay under budget.
DATE: May 27, 2026
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Municipal Engineering Services
REFERENCE CHECK - Transtech
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4.Rate the day-to-day
communication with the firm. 5 Daily interaction
5 - I have constant communication
each day via email, text and calls
with their team on projects,
questions, updates, etc.
Five (5). Transtech staff say hi
every morning. They are available
in-person, via text message, and
also through zoom. They can scale
up with staffing and get me the
right person or resources to work
through any particularly
community concern or problem
related to plan checks,
inspections and traffic.
5. Would you hire the firm again? Yes Contracts have been renewed. In a heartbeat Yes. In a heartbeat.
6. Do you have any additional
comments or information
regarding your experience with
the firm?
Great service and communication
You will not be disappointed if you
decide to bring them on board for
any services.
I have worked with many building
firms including but not limited to
Wildan, CSG, True North, etc. and I
have found Transtech services,
customer service, communication
to exceed that of those firms.
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: 6/16/2026
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
SUBJECT:
ADOPTION OF LIST OF PROJECTS FUNDED BY SENATE BILL 1: THE ROAD
REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):
1. Approve Senate Bill 1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act Project List forms for Fiscal Year 2026-27.
2. Adopt a Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF LAKE FOREST, CALIFORNIA, CONCERNING THE LIST OF PROJECTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026/27 FUNDED BY SB1: THE
ROAD REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT.
3. Authorize the Director of Public Works to forward the Fiscal Year 2026-27 project list to the California Transportation Commission, as required under Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Senate Bill 1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act (“SB1”), enacted in 2017, established the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (“RMRA”), a funding source for California’s transportation system intended to address deferred maintenance on state highways and local roadway systems. As part of the SB1 eligibility requirements, the City is required to submit a resolution detailing the City’s road maintenance and rehabilitation projects for the upcoming fiscal year to the California Traffic Commission to qualify to receive SB1 funding (“Resolution”).
The following projects may be partially or fully funded by SB1 funds:
Street Resurfacing: portions of El Toro Road from Glenn Ranch Road to I- 5 Fwy;
Street Resurfacing: El Toro from Jeronimo to Trabuco;
Street Resurfacing: portions of Bake Parkway from Rancho Parkway South to South Pointe Drive;
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Street Resurfacing: portions of Lake Forest from Bake Pkwy to I-5 Fwy; and
Annual Residential Slurry Seal: Zone D, Zone B, and Zone E.
The Governor’s budget projections in January 2026 anticipated SB1 funding for the City of Lake Forest to be approximately $2,459,021. Staff recommends the City Council approve SB1 Project List forms for FY 2026-27, adopt the proposed Resolution, and authorize the Director of Public Works to forward the required documents to the California Transportation Commission, as required under the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017.
BACKGROUND:
SB1 was passed by the California Legislature and signed into law in 2017. SB1 raises over $5 billion per year for transportation infrastructure improvements in the RMRA state fund. SB1 funding is a population-based allocation funded by the following taxes enacted by the law: 12-cent gasoline excise tax, 20 cent diesel fuel excise tax, state transportation improvement fees, and transportation loan repayments. On October 18, 2017, the California Transportation Commission (“CTC”) adopted the Amended Annual Reporting Guidelines for 2017 Local Streets and Roads Funding related to SB1. To receive funding under the SB1 program, the City must submit a list of projects to the CTC at the beginning of each fiscal year, as well as project expenditure reports at the end of each fiscal year.
DISCUSSION:
To remain eligible for SB1 funding, the City is required to submit an initial project list to the CTC by July 1, 2026 (Attachment 1), for the upcoming fiscal year. SB1 allows the City to substitute different projects as necessary during the fiscal year provided changes are reported in the project expenditure reports at the end of each fiscal year. Staff will monitor the funding projections and utilize these program provisions to adjust the City’s projects to match the actual funding available.
The 2025-2032 Capital Improvement Plan (“CIP”) includes $8,700,000 for Street Resurfacing and Slurry Seal projects in Fiscal Year 2026-27 (Attachment 2).
There are five funding sources utilized for the Street Resurfacing and Slurry Seal projects: Measure M2 ($2,101,000), SB1 ($2,200,000), City Road Infrastructure Fund ($1,640,000), Solid Waste Pavement Impact Fund ($475,000), and General Fund ($2,284,000).
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The Measure M2 funding is based on an Orange County projection. The SB1 funding is based on the Governor’s budget projections at the time of the proposed 2025-2032 CIP budget creation. Because the Governor’s budget is periodically updated, the City may need to adjust the revenue projection for SB1 funds during Fiscal Year 2026-27. The January 2026 budget projection for Lake Forest SB1 funds is $2,459,021. The Infrastructure Reserve funding is a portion of one-time funds approved by the City Council. Staff will continue to monitor any changes to these funding projections. These funding sources may cover a portion of each project or an entire project.
The City’s adopted CIP budget refers to SB1 as a source of funding for the Street Resurfacing and Slurry Seal Projects. SB1 requires that each project include its estimated useful lifespan and a description of its specific location. To ensure the City’s SB1 projects meet the required criteria, the proposed Resolution (Attachment 3) includes the following language adding the estimated useful life, project limits, and construction dates for the following projects:
Street Resurfacing: portions of El Toro Rd from Glenn Ranch Rd to I- 5 Fwy - The road rehabilitation project would grind and overlay portions of El Toro Road from Glenn Ranch Road to I-5 Fwy. This project would provide an estimated useful life of 10 to 15 years. Pre-construction design, document preparation and cost estimating started in April 2023 and is anticipated to be completed in December 2028.
Street Resurfacing: El Toro from Jeronimo to Trabuco - This road rehabilitation project would grind and overlay El Toro Road from Jeronimo Rd. to Trabuco Rd. This project would provide an estimated useful life of 10 to 15 years. Construction began in May 2026 with a tentative end date in November 2026.
Street Resurfacing: portions of Bake Pkwy from Rancho Pkwy South to South Pointe Dr (26S01B and 27S01D) - The road rehabilitation project would grind and overlay portions of Bake Parkway from Rancho Pkwy South to South Pointe Dr. This project would provide an estimated useful life of 10 to 15 years. Construction tentative start date is in September 2026 with a tentative end date in December 2026.
Street Resurfacing: portions of Lake Forest Drive from Bake Pkwy to I-5 Fwy - The road rehabilitation project would grind and overlay portions of Lake Forest Drive from Bake Pkwy to I-5 Fwy. This project would provide an estimated useful life of 10 to 15 years. Phase 1 construction included the portion from Bake Pkwy to Portola Pkwy and was completed in March 2025. Phase 2 includes the portion from Serrano Rd. to Fernleaf Dr. Pre-construction design, document preparation and cost estimating for Item: 8
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Phase 2 has a tentative start date in July 2027 with a tentative completion date in December 2027.
Annual Slurry Seal, Zone D (26S01A) - The slurry sealing of non-arterial public streets in Zone D, the neighborhood between Trabuco Rd. and Portola Parkway, north of Lake Forest Drive. This project would provide an estimated useful life of 7 to 10 years. Phase 1 construction included localized deep lift asphalt repairs and was completed in September 2025.
Phase 2 construction includes slurry seal and has a tentative start date in September 2026 with a tentative end date in December 2026.
Annual Slurry Seal, Zone B (27S01C) - The slurry sealing of non-arterial public streets in Zone B, the neighborhood between Jeronimo Road and the I-5 Freeway, south of Ridge Route Drive. This project would provide an estimated useful life of 7 to 10 years. Pre-construction design, document preparation and estimating has a tentative start date in October 2026 and a tentative end date in March 2027. Construction tentative start date is in April 2027 with a tentative end date in October 2027.
Annual Slurry Seal, Zone E (27S01C) - The slurry sealing of non-arterial public streets in Zone E, the neighborhood between Trabuco Rd. and Portola Parkway, south of Lake Forest Drive. This project would provide an estimated useful life of 7 to 10 years. Pre-construction design, document preparation and estimating has a tentative start date in June 2027 and a tentative end date in March 2028.
SB1 allows the City to substitute different projects as necessary during the fiscal year, provided it is reported in the project expenditure reports at the end of each fiscal year.
Staff recommend the City Council approve SB1 Project List forms for FY 2026- 27, adopt the proposed Resolution, and authorize the Director of Public Works to forward the required documents to the California Transportation Commission, as required under the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The City anticipates receiving approximately $2,459,021, based on population, from the Road Repair and Accountability Act (“SB1”) program to fund the City’s annual street resurfacing and slurry seal projects for Fiscal Year 2026-27.
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ATTACHMENTS:
1. CTC SB1 Proposed Project List Forms
2. Street Resurfacing and Slurry Seal pages from the Proposed 2025-2032 Capital Improvement Plan Budget
3. Resolution
Initiated By: Eric Johnson, Principal Civil Engineer
Submitted By: Douglas Erdman, Director of Public Works/City Engineer Approved By: Debra Rose, City Manager
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Attachment 1
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Submittal Report
LSR-C21-FY26/27-5469-001
FY 26/27
Submittal Details
Program
Local Streets and Roads Program
Agency
City of Lake Forest
Date Created
04/29/2026
Date
05/14/2026
Date
Address
100 Civic Center Dr
City
Lake Forest
State
CA
Zip Code
92630
Contact
Eric Johnson
Contact Title
Principal Civil Engineer
Contact Phone
(949) 461-3459
Contact Email
[email protected]
Avg. Network PCI
77 Measurement Date
11/2024
Support Documentation
Draft Resolution and Project List - Will be brought to City Council June 16th, 2026 meeting for action.
Additional Information
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Project Details
Title Description Location Component
Priority
Status
Est. Schedule Useful
Life
Assem SenateStart Complete Min Max
Street
Resurfacing:
portions of El
Toro Rd from
Glenn Ranch
Rd to I-5
This project will include: Cost Estimating, Document
Preparation, Preliminary Design
Portions of El Toro Rd from
Glenn Ranch Rd to I-5 Fwy
Pre-
Construction
In Progress
24/25
04/2023 12/2028
10 15 68 37
Street
Resurfacing: El
Toro from
Jeronimo to
Trabuco
This project will include: ADA Curb Ramp Rehab/Repair
(Existing), Bicycle Lane (New), Pavement Rehab/Repair
(Existing), Paving and/or Striping Rehab/Repair (Existing Safety), Sidewalk and/or Crosswalk Rehab/Repair
(Existing), Traffic Signals, Lights, and/or Signage
Rehab/Repair (Existing Safety)
El Toro Road from Jeronimo Rd.
to Trabuco Rd. Construction In Progress
25/26
04/2026 12/2026
10 15 68 37
Street
Resurfacing:
portions of
Bake Pkwy
from Rancho
Parkway South
to South
Pointe Drive
This project will include: ADA Curb Ramp Rehab/Repair
(Existing), Bicycle Lane Rehab/Repair (Existing),
Pavement Rehab/Repair (Existing), Paving and/or
Striping Rehab/Repair (Existing Safety), Sidewalk and/or Crosswalk Rehab/Repair (Existing)
Bake Parkway from Rancho
Parkway South to South Pointe
Drive
Construction Carried Over
24/25
09/2026 12/2026
10 15 68 37
Annual Slurry
Seal, Zone E
This project will include: Cost Estimating, Document
Preparation, Project Scope Development
The neighborhood between
Trabuco Rd. and Portola
Parkway, South of Lake Forest
Drive.
Pre-
Construction
Carried Over
24/25
06/2027 03/2028
7 10 68 37
Street
Resurfacing:
portions of
Lake Forest Dr.
from Bake
Pkwy to I-5
Fwy
This project will include: Cost Estimating, Document
Preparation, Preliminary Design | Phase 1 construction
completed, which included portion from Bake Pkwy. to
Portola Pkwy.
Portions of Lake Forest Dr. from
Bake Pkwy to I-5 Fwy. Phase 2
includes segment from Serrano
Rd to Fernleaf Dr
Pre-
Construction New 26/27
07/2027 12/2027
10 15 68 37
Annual Slurry
Seal, Zone D
This project will include: Pavement Rehab/Repair
(Existing), Paving and/or Striping Rehab/Repair (Existing Safety), Sidewalk and/or Crosswalk Rehab/Repair
(Existing) | Phase 1 construction completed, which
included localized asphalt repairs. New Phase 2 includes slurry seal.
Neighborhood between Trabuco
Rd. and Portola Parkway, north
of Lake Forest Drive
Construction New 26/27
09/2026 12/2026
7 10 68 37
Annual Slurry
Seal, Zone B
This project will include: Cost Estimating, Document
Preparation, Pavement Rehab/Repair (Existing), Paving
and/or Striping Rehab/Repair (Existing Safety), Project Scope Development
Neighborhood bounded by
Ridge Route Dr to the north,
Jeronimo Rd to the east, Los
Alisos Dr to the south, and I-5
Fwy to the west
Pre-
Construction
and
Construction
New 26/27
10/2026
04/2027
03/2027
10/2027
7 10 68 37
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Attachment 2
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PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project provides asphalt overlays on arterial roadways and slurry seals on collector and residential streets as determined by the Pavement Management System. The system is designed to avoid expensive deferred maintenance. Conformance with the system makes the City eligible for Measure M funding. In FY 2025-26, (26S01A) residential streets in Zone D will be slurried. In FY 2026-27 (27S01C) residential streets in Zone E1 will be slurried. In FY 2025-26 (26S01B) Bake Parkway from South Point Drive to Commercentre Drive will be resurfaced. In FY 2026-27 (27S01D) Bake Parkway from Commercentre Drive to Rancho Parkway South will be resurfaced. Maintaining a "Good" Pavement Condition Index, helps to sustain the quality of the pavement in the City and extend the useful life.ESTIMATED ANNUAL COST IMPACT OF PROJECT ON CITY OPERATING BUDGET: This project would provide preventive maintenance and/or rehabilitation, which would reduce annual maintenance costs over the life of the pavement by an estimated average of 30% (Source: American Public Works Association). Recurring resurfacing also reduces risk management costs.PRIOR YEAR FUNDING Asset Management Condition:N/A - Preventative Maintenance as part of the City's Pavement ManagementProgramStrategic Plan Goal:A. Our Livable City is well planned, attractive, and safe.Strategic Plan Priority Area:2. Attractive: Investment and maintenance in public facilities, infrastructure, andnatural resources that enhance the visual character of the City and supportsquality neighborhoodsStrategic Plan Strategy:a) Enhance the City's overall visual character, maintain City assets and proactivelyreinvest in southwest Lake Forest.CATEGORY: Street ImprovementsPURPOSE: Strategic Plan Initiative:SP #1PROJECT NUMBER/NAME: 27S01CPROJECT NAME:Slurry Seal and Street Resurfacing - Residential Slurry Seal Project 1CRESPONSIBLE DEPARTMENT: Public Works (Engineering) Project Location
Project Location