SECTION 4. Section 8101 of the Lakewood Municipal Code is hereby revised as follows:
Whenever any of the following names or terms are used in the Building Code, such names or terms shall be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in this Section, as follows:
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
Shall mean the Building and Safety Division of the Community Development Department of the City of Lakewood.
BUILDING OFFICIAL
Shall mean the Director of Community Development of the City of Lakewood.
BOARD OF APPEALS
Shall mean the Board of Building Rehabilitation Board established by the City of Lakewood.
SECTION 5. Section 8102.b is amended as follows:
Section 105.2, Item 2 of the 2025 California Building Code, pertaining to work exempted from the Building Code, is hereby amended by replacing subsection 2 thereof to read:
“2. Wire fences not over 12 feet in height, and other fences not over 6 feet in height, provided, that all masonry walls of a height of over 42 inches are subject to this Code.” SECTION 6. Section 8103 is hereby amended to read as follows:
Chapter 2 of the Building Code are amended by adding the following definition:
UNSAFE BUILDING. Unsafe building, as used in this Code, shall include the following and are hereby declared to be a public nuisance:
1. Any building which has been partially destroyed by fire, wind, earthquake, flood or from any other cause in such a manner that the continual use or occupancy of the building would be dangerous to the life, safety, morals or the general health and welfare of the occupants of the City of Lakewood.
2. Any building which, because of the structural design or condition, or because of damage or deterioration may no longer be used safely for the purposes for which it is constructed.
3. Any building or structure wherein a door, aisle, passageway, stairway or other means of exit is not of sufficient width or size, or is not so arranged as to provide safe and adequate means of exit, in case of fire or panic, for all persons housed or assembled therein who would be required to, or might, use such door, aisle, passageway, stairway or other means of exit.
4. Any building where a portion of a member or appurtenance thereof is likely to fail, or to become detached or dislodged or to collapse and thereby injure persons or damage property.
5. Any building or any portion thereof which by reason of dilapidation, deterioration, decay, faulty construction or because of the removal or movement of some portion of the ground necessary for the purpose of supporting such building or portion thereof, or other case, is likely to partially or completely collapse, or some portion of the foundation or Ordinance No. 2025-2
underpinning is likely to fall or give away. Any building that has been so damaged by fire, wind, earthquake or flood, or has become so dilapidated or deteriorated a to become an attractive nuisance to children who might play therein to their danger, or as to afford a harbor for vagrants, criminals or immoral persons, or as to enable persons to resort thereto for the purpose of committing nuisance or unlawful or immoral acts.
6. Any building intended to be used for dwelling purposes which, because of dilapidation, deterioration, damage decay or faulty construction or maintenance or otherwise, is unsanitary or unfit for human habitation or is in a condition that is likely to endanger the life of the occupants of the building.
7. Any building or portion thereof constructed in violation of the provisions of the Building Code, Plumbing Code, Electrical Code, Fire Code, Mechanical Code, or Existing Building Code of this City.
8. Any building unfit for human habitation or occupancy as defined in Chapter 99 of the LA County Building Code.
9. All buildings or structures which are structurally unsafe or not provided with adequate egress or which constitute a fire hazard, or which are otherwise dangerous to human life, or which in relation to existing use constitute a hazard to safety or health or public welfare by reason of inadequate maintenance, dilapidation, obsolescence, or abandonment.
All unsafe buildings as herein defined are hereby declared to be a public nuisance and shall be repaired, vacated or demolished as herein provided. The following standards shall be applied in respect to repair, vacation or demolition of unsafe buildings:
1. If the “unsafe building” can be reasonably repaired so that it will no longer exist in violation of the terms and provisions of Chapter 99 of the LA County Building Code, it shall be ordered repaired.
2. If the “unsafe building” is in such condition as to make it dangerous to the health, morals, safety or general welfare of its occupants, it shall be ordered vacated.
3. In any case where an “unsafe building” is 50% damaged or destroyed or deteriorated from its original value or structure, it shall be demolished, and in all cases where a building cannot be repaired so that it will no longer exist as an “unsafe building” it shall be demolished.
As used in this Code, “party concerned” means the person, if any, in real or apparent charge and control of the premises involved, any tenant occupying the same, the record owner, the holder of any mortgage, trust deed or other lien or encumbrance of record, the owner or holder of any lease of record, the record holder of any other estate or interest in or to the building or structure or the land upon which it is located.
Section 116 of the Building Code is amended by adding the following:
116.6 Cost. The cost of the work and the expense of the abatement of the nuisance shall be a lien against the property on which it is maintained and a personal obligation against the property owner. Cost, as used herein, shall mean the cost after deducting therefrom any consideration or price received, if any, for materials removed from the structure constituting a nuisance. In the event the cost is not paid within five days after the decision confirming the statement, such shall Ordinance No. 2025-2
constitute a lien upon the real property upon which the nuisance was abated or removed, which lien shall continue until the amount thereof and interest thereon, at the rate of 6% per annum computed from the date of confirmation of the statement until paid, has been paid, or until it is discharged or record. Such a lien shall, for all purposes, be upon a parity with the lien of State, County and Municipal taxes. In the event of nonpayment, the Chief Building Official shall at any time within sixty days after the confirmation of the statement cause to be filed in the office of the Los Angeles County Recorder a certificate substantially in the following form, to-wit:
NOTICE OF LIEN
Pursuant to the authority vested in the undersigned by the Building Code of the City of Lakewood and Sections 38660, 38773 and38773.5 of the Government Code of the State of California, the undersigned did on the ______day of _____, 2___, cause a nuisance to be abated on the real property hereinafter described and the undesigned did on the _____ day of _____, 2___, by action duly recorded in its official minutes as of the date assess the cost of the abatement, less the amount received from the sale of any building materials, upon the real property hereinafter described, and the same has not been paid nor any part thereof and the the undersigned does hereby claim a lien on the real property for the net expenses for the doing of the work in the sum of $_____ and the same shall be a lien upon the property until the same sum, with interest at the rate of 6% per annum, from the _____ day of _____, 2___, (insert date of confirmation of statement), has been paid in full and discharged of record, as well as the personal obligation against (insert name of property owner).
When, as authorized by the Building Code, being an Ordinance establishing a procedure for the abatement of nuisances and making the cost of abatement of a nuisance a special assessment against real property, this notice of lien has been delivered to the County Assessor or Tax Collector for collection on the tax bill, the same shall be collected in the manner as ordinary municipal taxes are collected.
The real property hereinbefore mentioned, upon which a lien is claimed, is that certain piece or parcel of land lying and being in the City of Lakewood, County of Los Angeles, State of California, and more particularly described as follows:
(insert legal description)
Dated this _____ day of _____, 2___
City of Lakewood
By:
___________________________________
Chief Building Official
Ordinance No. 2025-2
In the event the amount received from the sale of materials from the building in the abatement of the nuisance exceeds the expense of the abatement, such excess shall be deposited with the City Director of Finance to the credit of the owner of the property or to such other person legally entitled thereto and such excess shall be payable to the owner or other person on demand and upon producing evidence of ownership satisfactory to the City Treasurer.
The cost of abatement shall also constitute a special assessment against that parcel pursuant to Section 38773.5 of the Government Code of the State of California. Confirmation of the statement or report shall be confirmation of the assessment and shall be a lien on the property or parcel where the abatement was performed. Failure to record the Notice of Lien shall not bar collection hereunder or otherwise.
After confirmation of the statement, a certified copy of the Notice of Lien may be filed with the County Auditor or Tax Collector before August 10. The description of the parcel or parcels shall be those used for the parcels in the County Assessor’s Map Book for the current year. The County Auditor or Tax Collector shall enter each assessment on the County Tax Roll opposite the parcel of land. The amount of the assessment shall be collected at the time and in the manner of ordinary municipal taxes. If delinquent, the amount is subject to the same penalties and procedure of foreclosure and sale provided for ordinary municipal taxes. All laws applicable to the levy, collection and enforcement of municipal taxes shall be applicable to such assessments.
SECTION 7. Section 8106 is amended as follows:
Section 105.1.3 of the Building Code is amended by adding the following:
105.1.3 FLOOD HAZARD. Buildings are not permitted in an area determined by the City Engineer or City Building Official to be subject to flood hazard by reason of inundation, overflow, or erosion. This prohibition shall not apply when provision is made to eliminate such hazards to the satisfaction of the City Engineer or City Building Official by providing adequate drainage facilities, by protective walls, by suitable fill, by raising the floor level of the building, by a combination of these methods or by other means.
SECTION 8. Section 8108 of the Lakewood Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows:
Chapter 2 of the Building Code is amended by adding the following definitions:
REBOUND TUMBLING EQUIPMENT. Rebound tumbling equipment is that equipment defined in Article VI of the Municipal Code.
REBOUND TUMBLING CENTER. Rebound tumbling center is that place defined in Article VI of the Municipal Code.
SECTION 9. Chapter 2 of the Building Code is amended by adding the following definition:
Building Rehabilitation Board. Reference herein to the Building Rehabilitation Appeals Board in Chapter 99 of the County of Los Angeles Building Code shall mean the Building Rehabilitation Board. The City Planning and Environment Commission of the City of Lakewood is hereby constituted and appointed to serve as the Building Rehabilitation Board (“BRB”) for the City of Lakewood which shall the authority to hear all matters set forth in Chapter 99 of the County of Los Angeles Building Code, including, but not limited to, appeals arising under other chapters of said Code. The Chief Building Official shall be an ex officio member of the Board Ordinance No. 2025-2
and shall serve as Secretary thereof. The rules and regulations of the City Planning and Environment Commission shall govern the proceedings of the BRB unless and until the City Planning and Environment Commission should, as a BRB, adopt separate or different rules and regulations.
The decision and findings of the BRB shall be in writing and shall be delivered as provided herein for notice of hearing to all persons entitled to such notice of hearing, as well as to the Chief Building Official and to each member of the City Council, within five days of the submission of any matter to the BRB . The decision of the BRB shall be final unless appealed by any person to notice hereunder or by any member of the City Council to the City Council by filing written notice thereof with the Chief Building Official within 5 days from the delivery of the BRB decision. Any hearing on appeal to the City Council shall be a public hearing on notice to the appellant or other person entitled to notice hereunder and shall be a hearing de novo.
SECTION 10. Chapter 18 of the Building Code is hereby amended by adding the following:
“1803.1.2 SOILS CONTAINING SULFATES. In soils containing sulfates, the Building Official may require that special provisions be made in the foundation design and construction to safeguard against damage due to salt weathering. He may require a special investigation and report to provide this design and construction criteria. 1803.1.2.1 CONCRETE FLOOR SLABS. Concrete floor slabs shall be cast on a moisture barrier membrane. Sheet plastic material used for this purpose shall not be less than 10 mils (0.010 inches) in thickness. The slabs shall be at least 4 inches thick and shall be reinforced with welded wire mesh or deformed reinforcing bars. Welded wire mesh shall have a cross-sectional area of not less than five-hundredths square inch per foot each way. Reinforcing bars shall have a diameter of not less than three-eighths inch and be spaced at intervals not exceeding 24 inches each way.
1803.1.2.2 FOUNDATIONS ON SOILS CONTAINING SULFATES. Foundation systems on soils containing sulfates shall be constructed in such a manner that will minimize damage to the structure from salt weathering. Slab-on-grade footings for buildings located on soils containing sulfates may be designed in accordance with engineering design based on geotechnical recommendations as approved by the Building Official. For residential-type buildings, where an approved method of construction is not provided, foundations and floor slabs shall be of Type V cement. Under slab pipes, conduit, and duets shall be non-metallic.” SECTION 11. Section 8200 of the Lakewood Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
Except as hereinafter provided, that certain plumbing code known and designated as the California Plumbing Code, 2025 edition, shall be and become the plumbing code of the City of Lakewood, regulating plumbing and drainage systems and prescribing conditions under which such work may be carried on within the city, and providing for the issuance of permits and the collection of fees therefor and providing penalties for violation of such code. One copy of the California Plumbing Code has been deposited in the office of the city clerk of the City of Lakewood and shall be at all times maintained by the clerk for use and examination by the public.”
Ordinance No. 2025-2
SECTION 12. The first paragraph of Section 8300 of the Lakewood Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
“Except as hereafter provided, that certain electrical code known and designated as the California Electrical Code, 2025 edition, shall be and become the electrical code of the City of Lakewood regulating the installation, arrangement, alteration, repair, use and operation of electric wiring, connections, fixtures and other electrical appliances on premises within the city providing for the issuance of permits and the collection of fees therefor. One copy of the Los Angeles County Electrical Code has been deposited in the office of the city clerk of the City of Lakewood and shall be at all times maintained by the clerk for use and examination by the public.”
SECTION 13. The first sentence of Section 8400 of the Lakewood Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
“Except as hereinafter provided, that certain mechanical code known and designated as the California Mechanical Code, 2025 edition, shall be and become the mechanical code of the City of Lakewood providing for the issuance of permits and the collection of fees therefor and providing penalties for violation of such code. One copy of the California Mechanical Code has been deposited in the office of the city clerk of the City of Lakewood and shall be at all times maintained by the clerk for use and examination by the public.” SECTION 14. The first sentence of Section 8800 of the Lakewood Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
“Except as hereinafter provided, that certain residential code known and designated as the California Residential Code, 2025 edition, shall be and become the residential code of the City of Lakewood. The Code shall regulate the erection, construction, enlargements, alteration, repair, moving, removal, demolition, occupancy, use, equipment, height, area, security, abatement and maintenance of certain residential buildings or structures within the City and shall provide for the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefor and providing penalties for violation of such code. One copy of the California Residential Code has been deposited in the office of the city clerk of the City of Lakewood and shall be at all times maintained by the clerk for use and examination by the public.”
SECTION 15. Table R301.2 of the California Residential Code is amended to read as follows:
Ordinance No. 2025-2
SECTION 16. Chapter 4 of the Residential Code is hereby amended by adding the following:
“R401.5 SOILS CONTAINING SULFATES. In soils containing sulfates, the Building Official may require that special provisions be made in the foundation design and construction to safeguard against damage due to salt weathering. He may require a special investigation and report to provide this design and construction criteria.
R401.5.1 CONCRETE FLOOR SLABS. Concrete floor slabs shall be cast on a moisture barrier membrane. Sheet plastic material used for this purpose shall not be less than 10 mils (0.010 inches) in thickness. The slabs shall be at least 4 inches thick and shall be reinforced with welded wire mesh or deformed reinforcing bars. Welded wire mesh shall have a cross-sectional area of not less than five-hundredths square inch per foot each way. Reinforcing bars shall have a diameter of not less than three-eighths inch and be spaced at intervals not exceeding 24 inches each way.
R401.5.2 FOUNDATIONS ON SOILS CONTAINING SULFATES. Foundation systems on soils containing sulfates shall be constructed in such a manner that will minimize damage to the structure from salt weathering. Slab-on-grade footings for buildings located on soils containing sulfates may be designed in accordance with engineering design based on geotechnical recommendations as approved by the Building Official. For residential-type buildings, where an approved method of construction is not provided, foundations and floor slabs shall be of Type V cement. Under slab pipes, conduit, and duets shall be non-metallic.” SECTION 17. Section 8900 of the Lakewood Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
“Except as hereinafter provided in this Chapter, that certain “Green Code” known and designated as the California Green Building Standards Code, 2025 edition, shall be and become the “Green Code” of the City of Lakewood. The Code shall regulate the planning, design, operation, construction, use and occupancy of every newly constructed building or structure within the City, unless otherwise indicated in the Code, and shall provide for the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefor and providing penalties for violation of such code. One copy of the California Green Building Standards Code has been deposited in the office of the city clerk of the City of Lakewood and shall be at all times maintained by the clerk for use and examination by the public.”
SECTION 18. Section 8950 of the Lakewood Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
“Except as hereinafter provided in this Chapter, that certain Existing Building Code known and designated as the California Existing Building Code, 2025 edition, shall be and become the existing building code of the City of Lakewood.
The Code shall regulate the repair, alteration, change of occupancy, addition to, and relocation of every existing building or structure within the City, unless otherwise indicated in the Code, and shall provide for the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefor and providing penalties for violation of such code. One copy of the California Existing Building Code has been deposited in the office of the city clerk of the City of Lakewood and shall be at all times maintained by the clerk for use and examination by the public.”
Ordinance No. 2025-2
SECTION 19. SEVERABILITY. If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this ordinance or its application to any person or circumstance, is for any reason held to be invalid, unenforceable or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance or its application to any other person or circumstance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this ordinance and each section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraph, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions thereof be declared invalid, unenforceable or unconstitutional.
SECTION 20. CONTINUITY. To the extent the provisions of the Lakewood Municipal Code as amended by this ordinance are substantially the same as the provisions of that Code as they read immediately prior to the adoption of this ordinance, then those provisions shall be construed as continuations of the earlier provisions and not as new enactments.
SECTION 21. CERTIFICATION. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this ordinance and shall post a certified copy of this ordinance, including the vote for and against same, in the Office of the City Clerk, in accordance with Government Code Section 36933. The City Council hereby finds and determines there are no newspapers of general circulation both published and circulated within the City and, in compliance with Section 36933 of the Government Code, directs the City Clerk to cause the ordinance within 15 days after its passage to be posted in at least three (3) public places within the City as established by ordinance.
ADOPTED AND APPROVED this _____ day of __________________________, 2025, by the following roll call vote:
AYES NAYS ABSENT
Council Member Wood
Council Member Croft
Council Member Arellano
Council Member Roger
Mayor Chase
_____________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
_____________________________
City Clerk
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-60
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LAKEWOOD ADOPTING LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS
SUPPORTING AMENDMENTS AND CHANGES TO THE
CALIFORNIA STATE BUILDING STANDARDS CODE AS
CONTAINED IN THE LAKEWOOD BUILDING AND
RESIDENTIAL CODES
WHEREAS, The City Council of the City of Lakewood, California, intends to pass an ordinance adopting the California Building Standards Code which consists of the 2025 editions of the California Building Code, California Residential Code, California Existing Building Code, California Plumbing Code, California Mechanical Code, California Electrical Code, California Green Building Standards Code, and the California Energy Code, and making modifications and changes thereto, all of which shall comprise a portion of the Lakewood Building and Safety Code, 2025; and
WHEREAS, California Health and Safety Code Sections 17958, 17958.5 and 17958.7 require the governing body of a city, before making any modifications or changes to the California Building Standards Code, to make express findings that such modifications or changes are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological or topographical conditions; and WHEREAS the City Council of the City of Lakewood finds that a departure from the California Building Standards Code is reasonably necessary due to local climatic, geological or topographical conditions.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Legislative Findings. Modifications and changes contained in the City of Lakewood Building and Safety Code, 2025, are required in order to provide specific and greater protection to the public health, safety and welfare than are afforded by the California Building Standards Code due to local climatic, geological or topographical conditions. The legislative findings for such modifications and changes are make pursuant to Sections 17958.5 and 17958.7 of the California Health and Safety Code as set forth in the report of the Director of Community Development dated October 14, 2025, and attachments thereto, entitled “Building and Safety Code of the City of Lakewood, 2025, Analysis of Amendments to the California Code of Regulations” attached hereto as Exhibit “1” and by this reference incorporated herein.
SECTION 2. This Resolution shall become effective on the same date as Ordinance No. 2025-2, which adopts and amends the California Building Standards Code, as the Lakewood Building and Safety Code, 2025.
Resolution No. 2025-60
SECTION 3. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to transmit a certified copy of this Resolution to the California Building Standards Commission of the State of California.
SECTION 4. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
ADOPTED AND APPROVED THIS _____ DAY OF _______________, 2025. ___________________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________________
City Clerk
PROPOSAL TO PROVIDE CONSULTING SERVICES FOR THE
PALMS PARK COMMUNITY CENTER
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
CITY OF LAKEWOOD | PUBLIC WORKS
AUGUST 7, 2025
City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Our goal
is to be
a true
partner
with the
City
1 About Ardurra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 2 Project Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 3 Project Related Experience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 4 Quality Assurance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 5 Fee Schedule.......................... separate document Appendix
A Resumes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1 B Completed Attachment Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1 1960 E. Grand Avenue, Suite 300 | El Segundo, CA 90245 | 310.359.1203 | www.ardurra.com August 7, 2025
Kevin Yamakawa, PE, Principal Civil Engineer
City of Lakewood | Public Works
5050 Clark Avenue
Lakewood, CA 90712
SUBJECT: PROPOSAL TO PROVIDE CONSULTING SERVICES FOR THE PALMS PARK COMMUNITY CENTER IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT Dear Kevin Yamakawa and Review Board Members:
Ardurra Group, Inc. (Ardurra) is excited about this opportunity to continue our partnership with the City of Lakewood in delivering this revitalized facility that will feature modernized infrastructure, improved accessibility, health and safety upgrades, and enhanced parking and landscaping.
We have assembled a comprehensive team with extensive experience in project management, construction management and inspection, construction material testing and inspection, and labor compliance services. This team is adept with compliance requirements of various funding sources, knows the hurdles and how to get the City reimbursed quickly.
John Wolitarsky, CCM will lead this team as Construction Manager. With nearly 40 years of project and construction management experience, John excels in managing the replacement or renovation of public facilities. His public facility improvement work includes recreation complexes, fire stations, transit centers, fountains, parks, and aquatic centers. John is proficient in scheduling, financial management and multi-party coordination.
He also has a strong track record in obtaining and administering federal funding. John is a skilled presenter who has often served as a liaison to public agencies and the community at large.
Nathan Wolitarsky is our proposed Construction Inspector. He has 12 years of experience inspecting construction of various facilities, such as the Senior Center in Cypress and the Ford Park Aquatics Center in Bell Gardens.
Offering knowledge of the City of Lakewood and their expertise with federal funding requirements is Mark Lewis, PE, TE and Ken Rosenfield, PE, ENV SP, QSD/P, F.ASCE. Mark is currently providing project management support services for the City’s Corner Lot Park Development Project, which is a similar multifaceted project. Ken is currently providing support services to the City including assisting in developing the City’s 7-year $100 million CIP, which enables him to be very aware of the various funding sources for all projects including Palms.
The team will be supported by project controls specialist Kelly Leyva; labor compliance professionals Erica Berger and Robin Babka; and Ninyo & Moore to provide material testing and inspection services.
As you will see in this proposal, our team has successfully delivered similar projects with various funding sources, and we can work side-by-side with the City to make this federal and state grant-funded project run smoothly. Our team is well-versed in the labor compliance process and has the knowledge and experience to safeguard all project funding and abide by all established funding source requirements, and to assist with mitigating impacts resulting from these requirements.
We look forward to serving the City of Lakewood on this important project. Please feel free to contact me at 714.458.0703 or at [email protected] if you have any questions or need additional information.
Respectfully submitted,
Ardurra Group, Inc.
Dino D’Emilia, PE, F.ASCE, QSD
Southwest Program & Construction Management, Public Works & Transportation Practice Director 2 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project Ardurra Group, Inc. (Ardurra) is a relationship-based, professional services organization primarily serving municipalities for the past 48 years. With over 1,850 employees in 85 offices nationwide, Ardurra is a Top 500 ENRranked, rapidly growing company of experts, engineers, and construction management professionals committed to delivering quality services and practical solutions.
Our core service areas include public works and water/wastewater planning, design, construction management, and inspection; traffic and transportation engineering; project management; labor compliance; grant administration; environmental; land development; emergency management; structural engineering; survey; as well as public outreach, plan review and plan check, and code compliance enforcement.
For the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project, we have a comprehensive team available in-house to
provide project management, construction management and inspection, project controls support, and labor compliance services. We are teaming with long-time partner Ninyo & Moore for their expertise in construction material testing and inspection.
Ardurra provides full-spectrum services to assist our clients from planning through construction. From our substantial experience in planning, designing, and managing public infrastructure undertakings, we understand that projects today are driven by a balance of economic, environmental, social, and political factors. We believe in working in partnership with our clients to meet these challenges. We offer the City a commitment to responsiveness, quality, and forward-thinking solutions.
Responsiveness – We Are There When You Need Us!
Ardurra is proud of the reputation we have established and the style in which we deliver our services based on the investment and ownership responsibility we place on every single project. We are motivated to exceed the City of Lakewood's expectations. With offices throughout California, the Ardurra team provides local subject matter experts with the availability and resources to be responsive to the City’s needs. We strive to develop close working relationships with our clients so we can move quickly in response to client needs. We can provide on-the-spot assistance with an emergency situation or a fast-track project while maintaining sufficient staff and resources to manage large multi-discipline projects.
1. ABOUT ARDURRA
COMPANY NAME (SAM REGISTRATION)
Ardurra Group, Inc. (SAM Unique Entity ID #KDJLNJ742G43)
LOCAL OFFICES
1960 E. Grand Avenue, Suite 300, El Segundo, CA 90245
3737 Birch Street, Suite 250, Newport Beach, CA 92660
POINT OF CONTACT
John Wolitarsky, CCM, Senior Project/Construction Manager 1960 E. Grand Avenue, Suite 300, El Segundo, CA 90245
Office: 310.359.1203 | Mobile: 949.339.9154
Email: [email protected]
YEARS PROVIDING SERVICES LOCALLY
Since 2010, Ardurra has offered a deep bench of qualified staff from our offices in Newport Beach and El Segundo, providing design, planning, and construction support services to local agencies.
CALIFORNIA
OPERATIONS
PROVIDED
SERVICES TO
300
AGENCIES
THROUGHOUT
CALIFORNIA
200
STAFF IN
9 OFFICES
ARDURRA’S OFFICE PROXIMITY
TO CITY’S OFFICE
EL SEGUNDO
22 MILES
NEWPORT BEACH
23 MILES
1,850
STAFF IN
85+
OFFICES
NATIONWIDE
OPERATIONS
3 1. About Ardurra
City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project Our inspection team has the experience and know-how of construction equipment, materials, methods, and workmanship for the specific work to be performed on the City's projects. Our inspectors are competent, knowledgeable and conform to California Building Standards Code/Title 24, City codes and ordinances, federal grant requirements, Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures Manual, Greenbook, APWA standards, and, where appropriate, LEED, DSA, and OSHPD standards. Clients rely on our inspectors for their ability to interact professionally with contractors, engineers, property owners, business owners, and the public at large; coordinate with other city personnel; promote quality customer service; and respond promptly and courteously to requests.
Our team has worked on numerous federally funded projects over the years and has well-established and proven templates that have been used as examples by Caltrans. We have an excellent track record for delivering exception free federally funded project oversight reviews and federal audits.
Teaming With Specialized Experts
Ardurra is teaming with NINYO & MOORE
to provide construction material testing and
inspection. Having worked extensively with
Ninyo & Moore, this long-standing alliance
enables a streamlined approach and smooth coordination.
Ninyo & Moore Geotechnical and Environmental Sciences Consultants, a California Corporation, was established in 1986 to provide consulting services in geotechnical engineering, construction inspection and testing, engineering geology, hydrogeology, hazardous waste remediation, and environmental assessment. The experience of Ninyo & Moore’s geotechnical staff encompasses projects including evaluations for roads, highways, storm drains, pipelines, treatment plants, power plants, bridges, municipal and commercial structures, educational, medical and recreational facilities, tunnels, tanks, reservoirs, dams, waste-to-energy facilities, transmission towers, harbors and off-shore structures, railroads, airports, lowland high-rise structures, landfills, and other public and private works. Ninyo & Moore's environmental staff has diverse experience in environmental assessments, water quality evaluations, environmental audits, regulatory compliance studies, water resources development, soil and groundwater contamination studies, and site remediation.
Ninyo & Moore has three fully equipped, certified soils and materials testing laboratory facilities in Southern California supervised by registered engineers. Ninyo & Moore's laboratories are certified by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), the Cement and Concrete Reference Laboratory (CCRL), Caltrans, DSA, the City of Los Angeles, and many other agencies.
PM/CM Capabilities
Numerous municipalities and agencies throughout the region have entrusted Ardurra with their project/construction management (PM/ CM) and inspection needs. Our team has experience with a wide range of projects, including vertical construction management and inspection on projects such as fire stations, police departments, recreation centers, libraries, and transit centers.
We deploy time-tested procedures and best management practices for the most vital project elements:
Safety
Public outreach
Schedule review
Measurement and payment
Change management
Claims avoidance
Budget and cash flow
Utility coordination
Documentation protocol
and communication
Quality assurance
Labor compliance
Project commissioning,
acceptance, and closeout
Not only is Ardurra successful at delivering CM services, but our professionals are considered leaders in the industry. They are frequently engaged to train public agency staff members and develop or improve standardized public agency department systems, procedures, and processes that incorporate industry best practices across capital project and development permit delivery. We have expert in-house resources including former Public Works Directors and City Engineers who offer valuable insight from a municipality’s perspective and are continuing to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the municipal engineering process.
Our staff members maintain current registrations/certifications in their respective specialties, including registered professional engineers, certified construction managers, and Qualified SWPPP Practitioners (QSP) and/ or Qualified SWPPP Developers (QSD). Our team is well-versed in CPM scheduling, construction means and methods, web-based documentation, WATCH requirements, Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures Manual, Greenbook General Specifications, and water pollution control regulations.
Ardurra can assist through every phase of the project, from design to pre-bid through construction to closeout.
Ardurra maintains a seasoned group of public works inspectors, with the majority of our personnel bringing 25 years or more of related experience.
Having spent most of their careers in Southern California, our team understands local agency requirements and construction standards. Our inspectors are effective in ensuring contractor compliance with plans and specifications, performing administrative duties, and managing the required documentation.
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Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project The key to a successful project is the experience
and commitment of the project team members. We
have assembled a well-qualified team with expert
resources and a proven track record of successfully
delivering community facilities throughout
Southern California, as evidenced in section 3 of
this proposal. Our references will attest to our
competence, quality, and character as we assisted
our clients to complete high-profile projects that
significantly enhance their community.
The team we have proposed will integrate
seamlessly to provide a well-coordinated effort. The
organization chart shown here illustrates the role of
each of our proposed team members as well as the
reporting structure.
AVAILABILITY
Ardurra commits to maintaining continuity of the
key personnel presented for the duration of the
project, and we understand that substitutions
of project team members will only be permitted
with prior written approval by the City. Availability
percentages are shown in the org chart.
KEY PERSONNEL
2. PROJECT TEAM
TEAM ORGANIZATION
* Staff level of availability is noted by percentage in the org chart above.
QUALITY CONTROL/CITY LIAISON 10%
MARK LEWIS, PE, TE is a proven leader with
40 years of project management experience,
including serving 20 years as Director of Public
Works/City Engineer at the City of Fountain
Valley. Mark’s perspective from a public agency
professional has led to improved solutions, costeffectiveness, and more robust protections against change orders and claims. He also brings extensive knowledge of the City of Lakewood as he is currently providing project management support services for the City's Corner Lot Park Development Project located on the northeast corner of the Del Amo Boulevard/Clark Avenue intersection.
FEDERAL FUNDING COMPLIANCE 10%
KEN ROSENFIELD, PE, ENV SP, QSD/P, F.ASCE
has 40+ years of experience in public works
management, project management, construction
management, and municipal engineering services,
including serving the City of Laguna Hills as Director
of Public Works/City Engineer for 30 years. Ken
offers knowledge and expertise in managing projects with various types of funding sources and complying with all requirements of federally funded, state-funded, local sales tax-funded, and locally funded obligations.
Ken is also very knowledgeable of the City of Lakewood, having assisted in developing the City’s seven-year $100 million capital improvement program budget and with the preparation of a design RFP for architectural services to refurbish the city council chambers.
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Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project LABOR COMPLIANCE 30%
ERICA BERGER serves as Ardurra’s Labor
Compliance Administrator and Field
Investigations Manager, making sure that the
various labor compliance contracts are secured.
She reviews all labor compliance preconstruction applications to comply with either DIR, federal, and/or dually funded projects. She works with contractors and their subcontractors to utilize LCP Tracker and avoid iterative submissions. Erica is experienced with conducting field interviews for compliance with labor compliance issues and verifying that the appropriate wage determinations and labor compliance posters are posted for each project. She oversees the added task for grant-funded projects for photographic documentation and the forms required to comply with state-funded grant projects and with Davis-Bacon Act (DBA) regulations.
MATERIAL TESTING & INSPECTION 50%
GARRETH SAIKI, PE, GE is a Principal
Engineer for Ninyo & Moore. He coordinates
and conducts geotechnical evaluations for
residential, commercial, and public facilities,
including senior centers in Bellflower, Gardena,
and Huntington Beach. Garreth performs slope
stability analyses, flexible and rigid pavement design, and underground pipeline design; prepares and reviews geotechnical reports; provides geotechnical design parameters and recommendations for shallow and deep foundations, retaining structures, in-situ ground remediation and earthwork; and reviews laboratory results, project plans and specifications. He also reviews laboratory test results for conformance with the project documents.
RESUMES
Please see Appendix A for resumes of all team members.
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER 40%
JOHN WOLITARSKY is a Certified Construction
Manager who brings nearly 40 years of project
and construction management experience on
projects for many Southern California cities and
regional agencies. He excels in managing the
replacement or renovation of public facilities,
aging city streets, water and sewer lines and other utilities. His public facility improvement work includes recreation complexes, fire stations, transit centers, fountains, parks, and aquatic centers. John is proficient in scheduling, financial management and multi-party coordination. He also has a strong track record in obtaining and administering federal funding. John is a skilled presenter who has often served as a liaison to public agencies and the community at large.
CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR 100%
NATHAN WOLITARSKY brings 12 years of
experience inspecting construction of various
facilities, including recreation centers, treatment
plants, reservoirs, and pump stations. He is in
the final phase of an aquatic center construction
project in Bell Gardens, which includes a
12,800-SF aquatics building, lobby, administrative offices, restrooms, mechanical and storage rooms, three types of pools, water play structures, outdoor amphitheater and amenities, shade structures, and site work including walkways, lighting, landscaping, and parking.
PROJECT CONTROLS 50%
KELLY LEYVA, CMIT has provided accurate
and timely support on public works projects
throughout Southern California. She assists with
managing project documentation, maintaining
accurate records, tracking documentation, and
overseeing the timely completion of project
deliverables. Kelly supported the Ardurra team on the City of Lakewood Tot Lot Playground Improvements to Biscailuz Park and Playground Improvements to Boyar Park.
Ardurra is experienced with under-construction facilities that are co-located with areas of public access, such as Palms Park.
We will work with City staff and the contractor to convey current project information to the public and to emphasize workplace safety, public safety, minimization of public inconvenience, and to assure the remainder of the park is available for public use. 6 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project Our team’s experience, together with our constant team communication and our quality control approach, has provided us with a solid track record of meeting schedules, effectively adapting to unforeseen challenges, and maintaining budgets. Below are highlights of some of Ardurra's and Ninyo & Moore's recent relevant projects, along with references.
TOT LOT PLAYGROUND IMPROVEMENTS
TO BISCAILUZ PARK & PLAYGROUND
IMPROVEMENTS TO BOYAR PARK
City of Lakewood
Project Dates: 6/2024 – 10/2024
Reference: Samantha Chambers, Project Manager, 562.712.9955 This project includes infrastructure
improvements at two parks within
the city of Lakewood. Project scope
includes removal of existing sand,
play equipment and concrete
foundations, grading, removal and
replacement of chain link fabric, installation of new owner furnished contractor installed (OFCI) play equipment, new resilient rubberized surfacing, and miscellaneous related improvements at Biscailuz and Boyar Parks. Ardurra provided CM and inspection services in the field and ensured contractor compliance with plans and specifications.
CONSTRUCTABILITY REVIEW FOR PALMS PARK
COMMUNITY CENTER IMPROVEMENTS
City of Lakewood
Project Dates: 8/2024
Ardurra performed a constructability review of the Palms Park Community Center architectural plans and provided 22 comments to be addressed by the designer to improve project implementation and minimize change order and/or delay claims.
SOUTH BAY REGIONAL INTERMODAL TRANSIT CENTER
City of Redondo Beach
Project Dates: 6/2020 – 1/2023
Reference: Andrew Winje, PE, City Engineer, 310.697.4661 Ardurra provided CM and inspection along with other professional services required to undertake and successfully manage construction of this modern multimodal transportation facility. The 2,900-square-foot building is certified LEED Silver and involved the installation of all
3. PROJECT RELATED EXPERIENCE
required controls and accessories for
a fully functioning Title 24-compliant
lighting control system and
surveillance network. The facility also
has a storm drain capture system
that can retain tens of thousands
of gallons of stormwater. Amenities and services to transit passengers include 11 bus bays in the transit terminal area, a ticketing vending machine, signalized crosswalks, passenger waiting area with restrooms, parking lot with 320 spaces, short-term parking area for 13 vehicles, 12 bicycle storage lockers, and security cameras. For staff, the facility provides operator layover amenities, offices, and private restrooms.
JOHN ANSON FORD PARK REGIONAL
AQUATICS CENTER
City of Bell Gardens
Project Dates: 7/2023 - ongoing
Reference: Bernardo Iniguez, Public Works Director, 562.806.7770 This project involves renovation of
the existing aquatics center at John
Anson Ford Park and creation of a
state-of-the-art regional aquatics
center (approx. 126,000 SF). The
construction of the new aquatics
building includes a lobby, check-in
and administrative offices, restrooms with lockers and showers, family changing rooms, pool mechanical room, pool storage room, electrical room, lifeguard room, and a fitness center. The facility includes shade structures, bleacher seating, performance stage, terraced lawn seating, outdoor fireplace, site hardscape paving, monument sign wall, site lighting, fencing, gates, new tree and shrub plantings, and irrigation to provide a completely operational aquatic facility.
ALAMITOS BEACH CONCESSION BUILDING
City of Long Beach
Project Dates: 4/2020 – 8/2023
Reference: Tony Resendez, Project Management Officer, 562.570.6258 The Alamitos Beach Concession Building is an elegant two-story restaurant and entertainment venue that elevates the beach-going experience by providing amenities such as rooftop dining overlooking the beach, a convenient concession window for take-out, fitness 7 3. Project Related Experience
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AS-NEEDED CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION FOR
LABOR COMPLIANCE CONSULTING SERVICES
County of San Diego
Project Dates: 8/2021 – 6/2025
Reference: Sarah Panfil, Administrative Analyst II, PM Division, [email protected]
Ardurra provided labor compliance assistance for the County with monitoring activities to ensure that workers employed by the County's contractors and their subcontractors are hired and paid in compliance with all applicable labor standards. Ardurra served as the primary contact for the County's contractors and their subcontractors for issues related to labor compliance standards. Since the contract was for a five-year period, one key component was to inform the County of any changes or developments regarding issues of Federal or California labor compliance.
BELLFLOWER YOUTH & SENIOR CENTER
City of Bellflower
Reference: Douglas Hogg, Construction Manager, 951.342.3120 Ninyo & Moore is providing geotechnical engineering, materials testing, and special inspection services during construction of the Bellflower Youth and Senior Citizen Center. The project consists of a new, single-story, approximately 11,834-SF community center designed to serve both youth and senior populations. The new building includes community rooms, administrative offices, youth and senior activity spaces, a kitchen, storage areas, and multiple restrooms, along with outdoor patios, flatwork, and landscaped areas.
COMMUNITY AQUATICS & SENIOR CENTER
City of Gardena
Reference: Jon Hughes, VP, Director of Operations, 949.497.9000 Ninyo & Moore is providing geotechnical engineering, materials testing, and special inspection services for the construction of the Gardena Community Aquatic and Senior Center. The project consists of the development of a new community facility encompassing an aquatic center, senior center, and related infrastructure. The new facility will include a two-story senior center building with program rooms, staff offices, lounge areas, a commercial kitchen, restrooms, and utility rooms, along with an attached recreation swimming pool, pool deck, aquatics equipment room, and storage areas. Exterior improvements include the construction of shade structures, bleacher seating, perimeter and low walls, barbeque facilities, ADA-compliant hardscape paving, and landscape enhancements.
stations, a dune-themed passive playground, a new pickup and drop-off plaza, bike share station, sports equipment rental facility, and secure restrooms. Located at the intersection of Shoreline Drive and Alamitos Avenue, this is the westernmost section of Long Beach’s complex of beaches, linking downtown to Alamitos Bay via a paved bicycle path and separate pedestrian walking path. The facility was built with resilient construction materials to withstand the marine and urban beach environment. The project implemented enhanced circulation, bike access, wayfinding graphics, and additional beach parking including electric vehicle (EV) parking stalls.
AS-NEEDED LABOR COMPLIANCE MONITORING
Long Beach Utilities Department (LBUD)
Project Dates: 8/2021 – 6/2023
Reference: Danna Monzon, PE, Manager of Engineering – Water/Sewer Systems Infrastructure, 562.570.2325
Ardurra provided program management to LBUD who later requested assistance with labor compliance tasks for several CIP projects during construction. These projects included all of the groundwater well projects and tank rehabilitation projects, which involved numerous subcontractors. LBUD also adopted a Project Labor Agreement (PLA), and the program management team assisted management in administering the PLA. Since the contract was over a year period, one key component was to inform LBUD of any changes or developments regarding issues of federal or California labor compliance. Labor compliance assistance for LBUD involved utilizing LCP Tracker and performing all monitoring activities to ensure that workers employed by LBUD’s contractors and their subcontractors are hired and paid in compliance with all applicable labor standards. Ardurra served as the primary contact for LBUD’s contractors and their subcontractors for issues related to labor compliance standards.
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4. QUALITY ASSURANCE PROGRAM
APPROACH TO DELIVERING QUALITY IN THE CONSTRUCTED PROJECT The Ardurra approach to CM and inspection is designed to safely deliver projects on time, within budget and with quality in the constructed product that is prescribed by the plans and specifications. In addition, our approach systematizes monitoring and requiring compliance with requisite codes, standards, permits, environmental mitigation and stipulated housekeeping and public nuisance elimination and relations measures. The firm uses proven methods for performing the multitude of tasks that dictate the success of a construction project, maintaining continuous, efficient and transparent communication.
The Ardurra team fosters productive collaboration and cooperation among all stakeholders, from the contractor to local businesses to residents. We will work closely with City staff and the design team to confirm project intent and compliance. Potential challenges are proactively identified and addressed before they become significant budget issues and schedule delays. By utilizing Ardurra, clients are kept informed on a real-time basis and know that Ardurra’s guiding principle is to always act in its client's best interest.
IMPORTANCE OF CONTRACTOR
PREQUALIFICATION PROCESS
Developing and implementing a contractor
prequalification process is critical for maintaining safety, quality, compliance, and the overall success of a project.
Ardurra's team is well-versed at conducting public bid
prequalification processes and analyses resulting in a
short list of prequalified contractors, using an evaluation criteria similar to the checklist shown in Figure 1. The team will blend the City’s RFQ process with the Labor
Commissioner’s Model Questionnaire in order to conduct
a prequalification process for the project that complies with Public Contract Code Section 20101. Ardurra can
also utilize recent examples of prequalification processes implemented on other public agency projects. Ardurra
will also assist the City to recruit well-qualified bidders to participate in the prequalification process.
RISK MITIGATION
Based on our review of the RFP, plans and specifications, as well as our decades of experience with similar facilities and infrastructure, we have prepared a Risk Register
(shown on the following page) that identifies potential critical issues and how they can be mitigated. The
risk management framework aids in early detection
of uncertainties in costs; delays; and business, safety, environmental, and technical elements.
Figure 1. Example Evaluation Checklist
SOQ Submission Checklist
Bidder
Contact,
Title
Proposal Section Title
Attendance at Pre-Proposal Meeting Names
Submission Requirements - 5 hard copies
- 1 electronic file electronic file (106 pgs)
Cover Letter - high level firm & key team member overview - identification of subcontractors
pg 3/106
key team members and subs not
specified
Executive Summary - narrative not exceeding 3 pgs no Executive Summary Addendum 1 (Section E) - Section 3 Intent to Comply PDF pg 49/106 and pg 50/106 Addendum 2 - Q&A Signed Acknowledgement PDF pp 51-55/106 - Part I Essential Requirements PDF pp 8-9/106
noted as pp 16-17
- Part II Questionnaire (Sect A - C) PDF pp 10-20/106
noted as pp 18-27
- Part III Similar Project Experience &
References PDF pp 21-43/106
List of Completed Projects
- Req 1 - 5 proj w/in past 10 yrs w/construction
cost of at least $20M
- Req 2 - 3 pool commercial pool projects
- Req 3 - 3 HUD/CDBG projects
PDF pp 21-43/106
Req 1 & 2 = 8 projects
Req 3 = 3 projects
One-page Summary Document - details provided in Appendix PDF pg 45-47/106 Mandatory Attachments
A. Financial Stability
- financial statement or annual report, and/or
- business tax return, and/or
- statement of income & related earnings
2022 Audited Consolidated
Financial Statement
pp 56-76/106
C. Authorization & Certification - Section 11 Appeals Procedure - Section 12 Submittal Form
Sec 11 - ?
Sec 12 - pp 6-7/106 (noted as pp
14-15)
Non-Mandatory Attachments
D. W-9 Form Optional PDF pp 77-82/106
E. Business License Optional PDF pg 83/106
F. Proof of Registration with
Secretary of State Optional PDF pg 84/106
Appendices (Support Docs)
Project Examples - not to exceed 2 pages/project
- no more than 5 projects PDF pp 21-43/106
Other Applicable Exhibits - not exceeding 5 pages total Sec D - Certification PDF pg 44/106; pg 30
Requirements
CDBG Project No. 602095-19
Prequalification of Prospective Bidders for the Bell Gardens Ford Park Aquatics Center Project RFP DUE DATE:
08/21/23 11:00 AM
Pre-Qualification Questionnaire
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RISK DESCRIPTION RISK MITIGATION
Challenges with Low Bid Contractors, Claims Avoidance
and/or Resolution - The design-bid-build market is
fraught with contractors and subcontractors that become overextended due to engaging on projects outside their
core competency, winning more projects that strain their available resources and/or those that operate with a "claimsoriented" culture. Construction supply chain challenges and extraordinary cost escalation has only exacerbated the potential risk of implementing public projects using this traditional industry method.
Closely monitor key contractor performance indicators for typical red flags. Inform the City and provide timely and prudent recommendations for addressing project issues in the City's and project's best interest, always in a timely manner. Diligently document potential claims on a real-time basis. Process change orders timely, use unilateral change orders for City's acknowledged undisputed additional costs and time if contractor unreasonably refuses to sign change instruments.
Prepare independent cost estimates and time impact analyses to support and document change order negotiations.
Engage surety early if red flag indicators point to potential contractor default. Implement time-tested strategies for claims avoidance and/or claims resolution.
Long Lead Procurements - The mishandling of long lead
procurement can result in substantial delays to the project. Implement time-tested and proactive approach for managing long lead procurements.
Clearly identify project elements that will require long lead procurement strategies in the Construction Documents.
Implement procurement by the City (Owner Furnished, Contractor Installed – OFCI) if necessary for specific components to achieve desired completion schedule.
Consider utilizing a “Limited/Administrative Notice to Proceed” (LNTP) for advanced procurement, time critical permit processing and other critical startup activities, prior to starting the construction time clock. Lead and continuously monitor progress of long lead items through the submittal, procurement, and delivery process until successfully received on or ahead of schedule.
Use information gathered on any potential procurement/delivery delays to adjust scheduling milestones to the project's best interests.
Extensive Permits to Secure - There are numerous
engineering, regulatory, and construction permits to obtain and/or describe for the contractor to obtain.
Assign an overall permit coordinator and prepare a Permit Work Plan that is tied to the overall schedule.
Assign individual PMs to each regulator for new services that require address. Specific items must be complete to send in packages, and these must be carefully planned.
Schedule quarterly meetings with the various planners and/or regulators to keep these on track.
Dewatering requirements must be clear and consistent in all specifications.
Stakeholder Coordination (optional) Stakeholders must be kept up to date. Prepare an overall Public Outreach Program to build on the current materials. Leverage existing relationships.
RISK REGISTER
Construction Manager's identification of project risks and approach to mitigating these risks and minimizing impacts to the project
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Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project LABOR COMPLIANCE. Ardurra’s labor compliance specialists work proactively and cooperatively with contractors to monitor and enforce the municipality’s and funding agency’s requirements. Our experts have a working knowledge of labor compliance requirements on State DIR-controlled projects, as well as Federal Davis-Bacon controlled projects including Housing and Urban Development funded projects, necessary to assist the City with ensuring compliance with project funding requirements. Items regularly reviewed and documented as part of these services include project signage and posting of proper notifications, apprentice request submissions, initial labor compliance documentation, DIR registration, weekly certified payroll submission, and labor compliance field interviews.
DELIVERY OF AS-BUILTS AND CLOSEOUT DOCUMENTS. Ardurra
will periodically review the contractor’s as-built updates on the approved job plan set, identify missing items, and require the contractor to keep as-built records up to date throughout the project as required by the specifications. Ardurra will review the contractor's submittal of “as-constructed” conditions and compare this submittal to Ardurra’s own documentation. Discrepancies will be discussed, resolved, and recorded.
The Ardurra team will enforce the provisions of the specifications to require the contractor to submit well-coordinated operations and maintenance manuals, warranties and guarantees, bonds, extra stock, and/or other items required by the contract documents such that a timely closeout of the project is implemented. Ardurra will perform closeout duties, including final organization of project files, and submit to the City for final approval. Ardurra will also assist with the filing of the Notice of Completion and Release of Retention.
DAILY CONSTRUCTION OBSERVATION REPORTS. Ardurra and/or
the deputy/specialty soils and materials inspectors will compile daily observation reports documenting the contractor’s workforce, material and equipment used, a summary of construction activities, field problems, disputes or claims, resolutions of issues, and directions given to the contractor. Completed daily reports will be transmitted electronically to the City’s Project Manager on a weekly basis. Ardurra prepares and maintains an electronic photo journal documenting the construction progress. Photos shall be taken before construction begins, during construction, and upon completion of the project.
FINAL INSPECTION. Satisfactory completion of all punch list items is verified before Ardurra recommends processing of the Notice of Completion. Ardurra is noted for attention to detail. Not only have we excelled at closing out our own projects, but we have been requested to, and successfully, close out problem city projects in which our services were not initially utilized.
BEST PRACTICES
Below are some of our team's best practices employed on each project.
SAFETY. First and foremost, Ardurra always considers safety the most important issue on any construction project. Our team will recommend key safety provisions to require the contractor to have competent safety personnel and site-specific safety programs employed on the project at all times and will monitor the contractor’s operations for compliance with project safety requirements and requisite provisions of state and federal law.
PROTOCOL AND COMMUNICATION. Timely and concise
communications are essential to the successful completion of any construction project. Protocol will be determined as appropriate for each project and maintained for the project duration. Communications and correspondence will be handled in a professional and respectful manner. Ardurra equips its CM team with state-of-the-art electronic management hardware and software, such that electronic
documentation is utilized for as much of the required documentation as possible. The Ardurra CM team is experienced with serving as the primary project contact, acting as the hub of communication with timely distribution of requisite correspondence and documentation to all respective stakeholders as applicable.
CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS/COORDINATION MEETINGS. Periodic
project team/stakeholder meetings will focus on progress during the period; planned vs. actual schedule; current or unresolved problems; anticipated or pending change orders; impacts of problems or change orders on schedule and budget; discussion of new goals, planned vs. actual budget analysis; scheduled concurrent with a weekly meeting to save time and cost; contractor’s detailed four-week look-ahead schedule; progress and major decisions during the last week.
QUALITY ASSURANCE. Ardurra will implement the City’s established and federally approved Quality Assurance Plan (QAP), as applicable.
Ardurra will coordinate QA/QC activities daily to monitor the proper installation of approved and specified materials, contractor workmanship.
This includes full compliance with plans, specifications, and standards and review of deficiencies for timely and efficient resolution.
TESTING AND OBSERVATIONS. Ardurra will coordinate with our inspection and testing subconsultant, Ninyo and Moore, for laboratory, job site, and offsite/source inspection and testing of construction materials and required observations per the QAP, construction documents, construction codes, and jurisdictional agencies. We will monitor testing services, track documentation, and record testing results. When necessary, corrective measures will be implemented and re-inspected to verify acceptable completion. Ardurra will reject work that does not conform to the requirements of the contract documents and will promptly report unacceptable work to the City and contractor.
Rejected work will be thoroughly documented, photographed, and tracked until repaired or replaced to the satisfaction of the City.
APPENDIX A
RESUMES
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QUALIFICATIONS
Ardurra’s Southwest Program & Construction Management Practice Director, Dino D’Emilia has delivered public works infrastructure projects valued at more than $1 billion for public agency clients throughout Southern California. Dino began his career as a civil engineer with the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, later transitioning into consulting for the public sector. He has played critical roles on infrastructure projects to build, renew and upgrade freeways, city streets, transit centers, pedestrian paths, light rail, water mains, sewers, storm drains, greenbelts, soccer fields and recreation centers.
A catalyst in the growth of the firm, Dino helps public agency clients minimize risk and maximize return on investment through direct project involvement and deep expertise in project and construction management. He is also recognized by peers and clients for his expertise in compliance with federal contract requirements and the Caltrans “Local Assistance Procedures Manual” (LAPM).
In keeping with his passion for building infrastructure, Dino actively participates in local chapters of the American Public Works Association, the American Society of Civil Engineers, and Construction Management Association of America. He supports the growth and development of emerging engineers as a mentor to colleagues, provides construction management best practices training to agency public works staff, and serves as a guest lecturer on construction management at the University of Southern California, Loyola Marymount University and California State University, Long Beach.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Mary K. Giordano Regional Transit Center,City of Torrance – Construction Manager. This LEED Gold project included parking for buses and automobiles, covered passenger boarding areas, and a 15,000-SF building that accommodates offices, training/conference room, security office/post communications room, employee break areas and retail spaces. The project also involved offsite improvements for the installation of required utilities, the widening of Crenshaw Boulevard and construction of an extension of 208th Street as well as related improvements. The original contractor for this project defaulted, and Ardurra was instrumental in coordinating takeover of the remaining work by the surety, addressing encountered construction defects, and overseeing completion of the work by the takeover contractor, including settlement negotiations with the surety and resolution of related claims. This project received the 2024 Merit Award from ACEC California and the 2024 CMAA Southern California Chapter Project Award.
South Bay Regional Intermodal Transit Center,City of Redondo Beach – Principal-in-Charge.
Provided construction management and inspection along with other professional services required to undertake and successfully manage construction of this multi-phased project, which includes a new LEED certified transit center with a 2,900-square-foot building housing an operator’s lounge, private restrooms, public restrooms, and offices. The facility also includes a parking lot, passenger drop-off area, 11 bus bays, traffic signals, striping, and an upper-level parking lot. Phase two improvements involve the widening and realignment of Kingsdale Avenue between Grant Avenue and Artesia Boulevard, which will include an additional dedicated right turn lane, new sidewalks, streetlights, and landscaping of the newly widened street. The project received the following awards: 2024 Merit Award, ACEC California; 2023 Project Achievement Award for Transportation, CMAA Southern California Chapter; and 2023 BEST Project of the Year (Facilities Category), APWA Southern California Chapter.
Alamitos Beach Concession Building,City of Long Beach – Principal-in-Charge/Construction Manager.
Provided oversight for CM and inspection for the construction of a two-story beach concession stand/
EDUCATION
BS, Civil Engineering, Northeastern
University (Boston, MA), 1991
REGISTRATIONS
Registered Professional Engineer
California No. C55453
CERTIFICATIONS
Fellow, American Society of Civil
Engineers (F.ASCE)
Qualified SWPPP Developer (QSD)
OSHA 10-Hour Certification
AFFILIATIONS
American Public Works Association,
Southern California Chapter 2011
President and 2012 Congress
Finance Chair
City Engineers Association
County Engineers Association
Construction Management
Association of America
American Society of Civil Engineers
Chi Epsilon
Guest Lecturer in CM:
• CSU Long Beach College of
Engineering, 2016
• CSU Northridge College of
Engineering, 2023
• APWA Public Works Officer’s
Institute, Complete Streets
Conference, several years running
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
34 total / 15 with Ardurra
DINO D’EMILIA, PE, F.ASCE, QSD
Principal-in-Charge
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Duties included drafting and presenting City Council reports and resolutions for approval by City Council. The Roundhouse project received a 2019 Merit Award from the American Council of Engineering Companies.
Girl Scouts of Orange County Leadership Center,City of Newport Beach – Project Manager. Construction of a 4,100-SF LEED Silver facility with a 2,000-SF patio at Marina Park on oceanfront property that involved construction of a new building, site utilities and improvements, including hardscape, landscape, and irrigation. Assisted the owner with addressing construction defects and claims resolution.
Civic Center Construction & Library Expansion,City of Newport Beach – Principal-in-Charge. Oversaw construction services including providing a constructability review, building inspection, and plan check for the construction phase of this project that included a new 99,800-SF LEED Silver city hall, council chambers, a 17,000-SF library expansion, a 15-acre park and a 450-space two-story parking structure. Associated improvements included water, sewer, storm drainage and electrical systems.
Belmont Plaza Pool Rebuild/Revitalization Project,City of Long Beach – Project Manager. The new aquatics center will host swimming, water polo and platform diving events at the local, regional, and national levels. Project includes representing the City and its interests in all negotiations, meetings, community outreach, entitlements, permitting, design management, and related activities throughout the project. The project required extensive public outreach and implementation of a stakeholder advisory committee during the programmatic and conceptual design phases. An extensive EIR with an extended comment period and four public study sessions were required to achieve CEQA clearance. The project also required extensive additional analyses and coordination with the California Coastal Commission to address numerous appeals and concerns regarding citywide access to the pools, sea-level rise/wave uprush and beach erosion as well as justification of alternate project sites; conducted biddability and constructability reviews assessing temporary facilities, demolition, and the new facilities’ project documents; implemented the demolition of the condemned facility and construction of necessary temporary facilities to continue operation of the aquatics department and required restroom and shower facilities while the permanent facility was planned, designed, and entitled. Duties included drafting and presenting multiple City Council reports and resolutions needed for the implementation of the project.
restaurant and two auxiliary buildings. The project also implemented enhanced circulation, bike access, wayfinding graphics, and additional beach parking including electric vehicle parking stalls. The contractor defaulted, and Ardurra was instrumental in coordinating takeover of the remaining work by the surety, addressing encountered construction defects, and overseeing completion of the work by the takeover contractor. Ardurra also assisted with settlement negotiations with the surety and resolution of related claims. 2024 Commendation Award, ACEC California and 2024 Project Award, CMAA Southern California Chapter Congresswoman Juanita Millender-McDonald Community
Center Refurbishment and Upgrade,City of Carson – Project Manager/Owner’s Representative. Provided oversight for improvements to the City’s community center including program development, presentations, design consultant selection and design coordination, supporting union negotiations and compliance with agency funding requirements. Prepared an RFP and assisted with the performance contractor selection processes. Coordinated the design, permitting and tenant improvements of a storage space into the Senior Cyber Café.
This project replaced this 54,000-SF facility’s roof and air conditioning system, installed a solar panel system and mechanical, electrical, plumbing, safety, and architectural renovations. The center remained open throughout construction. Duties included procurement of the design-build contractor, drafting and presenting related City Council reports and updates, and requisite resolutions for City Council approval.
Roundhouse Marine Studies Lab and Aquarium,City of Manhattan Beach – Principal-in-Charge/Project Manager. Project included the expansion and renewal of the City’s registered historic landmark, the Roundhouse Aquarium on the Manhattan Beach Pier, which involved directing all aspects of the work, including relocating the aquarium’s ocean creatures to temporary shelter during construction, then back to the completed facility; guiding a project management team made up of a marine biologist, an environmental services specialist, an architectural historian and support staff; serving as a liaison to the project’s three primary stakeholders. Ardurra implemented a multi-prime delivery project, procured, coordinated and administered 19 construction and specialty contracts for the successful completion of the project; managed the project throughout the bidding and award, construction and commissioning phases; procured the design, environmental, construction management and quality assurance consulting team; facilitated a consensus-driven design process; administered professional services agreements; coordinated and expedited the process of obtaining entitlements and permits; assisted the City in coordinating the concurrent $3M replacement of all major utilities along both sides DINO D’EMILIA, PE, F.ASCE, QSD
A-3 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project
QUALIFICATIONS
John Wolitarsky has delivered critical capital improvement projects for many Southern California public agencies. John excels in managing the replacement or renovation of public facilities, aging city streets, water and sewer lines and other utilities. He recently completed an award-winning, $13-million transit center in Redondo Beach, California. In addition to John’s core project and construction management expertise, he is proficient in scheduling, financial management and multi-party coordination. Also, John has a strong track record in obtaining and administering federal funding. John is a skilled presenter who has often served as a liaison to public agencies and the community at large.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Redondo Beach South Bay Regional Intermodal Transit Center, City of Redondo Beach – Lead Construction Manager. Provided construction management and inspection of the new $13.2-million modern LEED Silver multimodal transportation facility. Phase one of the project included construction of a new Transit Center to replace the existing antiquated Transit Center located adjacent to the Galleria. The new Transit Center was constructed at a site south of Target along Kingsdale Avenue. The new facility consists of a 2,900-square-foot building housing an operator lounge, private restrooms, passenger waiting area with public restrooms, and offices. Other improvements include a kiss-and-ride parking area, a 320-space upper-level parking lot, bicycle storage lockers, 11 new bus bays, signalized crosswalks, traffic signals, striping, as well as a TAP vending machine and CCTV security cameras.
Phase two improvements involve the widening and realignment of Kingsdale Avenue between Grant Avenue and Artesia Boulevard. This roadway improvement will include an additional dedicated northbound right turn lane, new sidewalk, streetlights, and landscaping on the easterly side of the newly widened street adjacent to the Galleria Shopping Center. The project received the following awards: 2024 Merit Award, ACEC California; 2023 Project Achievement Award for Transportation: Roads and Highways in the range of $10M - $50M, CMAA Southern California Chapter; and 2023 BEST Project of the Year (Facilities Category), APWA Southern California Chapter.
John Anson Ford Park Regional Aquatics Center, City of Bell Gardens – Construction Manager. Project includes construction management and inspection services to coordinate with the City and design team, and to manage the bid, demolition, and construction phases. Construction consists of the demolition of the former Ford Park Aquatics Center and construction of a new 12,800-SF aquatics building, a lobby, check-in, and administrative offices, restrooms, mechanical and storage rooms, new swimming pools including a competition pool, activity pool, and therapy pool, water play structures, outdoor amphitheater and amenities, shade structures, and site work including walkways, lighting, landscaping, and parking.
Fountain Valley Recreation Center Exterior Improvements, City of Fountain Valley – Construction Manager.
Exterior renovation of the City’s recreation center, which was showing acute signs of wear after 40 years. Managed replacement of the building’s storefront windows, doors and roof. Oversaw construction of a new entry area and the repainting of the entire building exterior. Delivered the project on schedule and within budget through close coordination with City staff, the contractor and architect. The center remained open for classes and community activities throughout construction.
Cypress Police Department Seismic Retrofit, Emergency Operations Center, and Modernization Project, City of Cypress – Construction Manager. This project involved seismic upgrade and complete modernization to the interior of the existing Police Department. Improvements for this 20,000-square-foot building with a partial basement included new electrical, HVAC, office space, conference rooms, restrooms/locker rooms, evidence room, an outdoor patio, as well as seismic retrofitting of the building. The project required substantial coordination with the Police Department to relocate police personnel and operations to temporary trailers during construction. 2022 Project Achievement Award, CMAA Southern California Chapter
EDUCATION
BS, Business Administration,
University of Southern California,
1986
CERTIFICATIONS
Certified Construction Manager
(CCM), Construction Management
Association of America, #10457
AFFILIATIONS
American Public Works Association
(APWA), Southern California
Chapter
Construction Management Association
of America (CMAA)
City and County Engineers Association
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
39 total / 9 with Ardurra
JOHN WOLITARSKY, CCM
Construction Manager/Point of Contact
A-4 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project Wilson Reservoir Replacement Project,* City of South Pasadena – Project/Construction Manager. Oversaw all aspects of this complex, multijurisdictional capital project to construct a 1.3-million-gallon reservoir.
Prepared RFPs to retain a design engineer and supported with consultant and contractor selection. Oversaw final design, prepared staff reports for city council consideration and made presentations. Represented the City on all project matters during construction. Conducted neighborhood meetings with affected residents and proactively responded to their concerns. Enforced the project schedule, negotiated change orders and maintained accounting records to track bond debt service. This project was delivered on time with only two percent in change orders.
Garfield Reservoir Replacement Project,* City of South Pasadena – Project/Construction Manager for this project to construct a 6.5-million-gallon reservoir. Managed all aspects of the project from concept to completion.
Guided development of preliminary design report and assisted City officials in selecting a design. Drafted RFPs, prepared staff reports and attended city council meetings for selection of design, construction management and soils engineering consultants. Coordinated the bid phase and prepared all related documents. During construction, represented the city in securing easements and permits from the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works (LACPW), the Pasadena Unified School District, the Los Angeles County Sanitation District and the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB).
Provided all utility coordination and monitored the project schedule, change order requests and bond debt service requirements. Oversaw all environmental studies and ensured compliance with all CEQA requirements.
In addition, managed construction of a two-story, 8,300-square-foot building adjacent to the reservoir to house the City’s water operations staff. Completed the project with under 1 percent in change orders.
Graves Reservoir Replacement Funding Acquisition and
Management,* City of South Pasadena – Project Manager for the preparation of the City’s successful application to SWRCB for a low-interest revolving loan to finance the reservoir’s construction. Assisted in development of a cost-of-service study for water rates to determine if current rates would be sufficient to pay debt service on loan. In addition, submitted and received an EPA grant to construct a wellhead treatment system for this project. Performed all necessary administrative tasks required by funders.
Fire Station No. 2 Replacement Project,* City of Santa Monica – Construction Manager for the demolition and replacement of a deficient fire station. Inspected construction to ensure compliance with requirements of California Division of the State Architect (DSA). The project met DSA requirements throughout construction. Submitted and filed all necessary paperwork on behalf of the City. Obtained a certificate of occupancy from the State of California. The building included an apparatus space for fire engines and paramedic vehicles, an emergency power generator, an exercise room and day room. *Work performed prior to joining Ardurra
Myrtha Pool Phase 1 Interim Repairs, City of Long Beach – Senior Construction Manager. Provided construction management services for repair of degraded components at the Belmont Pool including palled and cracked concrete deck, exposed deck reinforcing steel, corroded deck steel pan, corroded deck steel structural support, spalled and cracked concrete stair treads, and corroded stair steel pans, as well as removal and installation of new bleachers.
El Monte Aquatic Center Renovation, City of El Monte – Construction Manager for this project that involved extensive updates to a municipal aquatic center with three pools. The project required such steps as removing and storing two large bulkheads with a crane, draining the pools and water-blasting gutter grates to prepare for construction. Services included monitoring safety measures, plaster and tile removal and replastering, light removal, construction notice posting, construction waste disposal, dust and noise control. Construction included replastering and installing new tiles and refilling the pools.
San Fernando Regional Aquatic Center,* City of San Fernando – Construction Manager for this aquatic facility with regional significance.
This award-winning project was funded by multiple state and federal agencies. Assigned to ensure compliance with local, state and federal funding requirements. Facilitated neighborhood and City Council meetings and prepared agendas for weekly construction meetings. Oversaw project adherence to the construction schedule and budget. This project constructed a 50-meter pool for competitive swimming, a recreational pool, and a wading pool. The project also included construction of a two story, 12,500-square-foot building to house locker rooms and provide office and conference room spaces for staff.
Beverly Hills Burton Way Median, City of Beverly Hills – Senior Construction Manager. Project includes the creation of a stormwater retention site and improves the landscaping on Burton Way between Rexford and Oakhurst drives including the transformation of the median into a drought-tolerant garden and the creation of an environmentally sustainable sculpture garden.
Fountain Rehabilitation Project, City of Fountain Valley – Construction Manager. Project involved returning the City Hall fountain to service after a 2015 drought-related shutdown. Pre-construction duties included preparing bid phase documents and contractor selection. The project reduced the size of the original fountain, replacing a portion with landscaping. Coordinated efforts of two contractors and managed overall construction activities. Public outreach was a significant part of this project.
Park Structure Replacement Project,* City of Santa Monica – Construction Manager. Consultant providing full-time onsite quality control for project to replace public facilities at Los Amigos Park on the campus of a public elementary school. Structures included restrooms, storage, an announcer’s booth and concessions stand. Approved all project components, including the off-site fabrication of wall panels. Originally hired by the City to provide Division of State Architect inspection. The City expanded the role after terminating the original contractor.
JOHN WOLITARSKY
A-5 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project
QUALIFICATIONS
Mark Lewis, PE, TE, is a proven leader with 40 years of engineering experience. Mark’s ambitious career with the City of Fountain Valley spanned 34 years, commencing as a college intern and advancing to the position of director of Public Works/City Engineer for the last 20 years of his tenure. Mark has extensive familiarity, knowledge, and progressive management expertise in strategic planning, operational efficiency, financial planning, and human resources management. He applies an innovative approach in these key areas in addition to communication, funding procurement, asset management, capital improvement program development and implementation, project management, and intergovernmental relations to deliver cost-saving solutions to all his projects. Mark secured more than $60 million of local, federal, and state grants to fund a capital program that resulted in the City of Fountain Valley being known for its high-quality streets, world-class sports park, and recreational center. Also, the City provides a fiscally sustainable utility enterprise to provide high-quality and reliable water, sewer, and drainage infrastructure.
Mark’s additional and notable accomplishments include chairing the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) and Technical Steering Committee (TSC) on four separate occasions. He participated in drafting language for OCTA Measure M2 and met with government and business leaders throughout its development and ultimate passage. Mark has also been the chair of the Laguna Beach Water Commission, president of the OC City Engineers Association, and president of OC Traffic Engineering Council. Mark is a leading mind in regional arenas of transportation, waterworks and civil services throughout Orange County.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Corner Lot Park Development Project, City of Lakewood – Project Manager. Providing the City with project management support services in developing this space into a community focal point for passive use, community gatherings and events, farmer’s markets, and special venue events. Located on the northeast corner of the Del Amo Boulevard/Clark Avenue intersection, this multifaceted project will include a children’s activity area, stage with service entry, public restroom, storage facility, trash enclosure, parking lot and flex lot, grand entry with gateway arches and contoured changeable digital message board, soundwalls, and landscape buffer around project. All facilities will be ADA-compliant, energy efficient, water use efficient, LID and water quality/runoff compliant, and low maintenance.
Project Management/Oversight Assistance, New HQ Building, East Orange County Water District (Orange, CA) – Project Manager responsible for determining project delivery alternatives to provide project management and oversight assistance to the EOCWD for the construction of a new 6,000-SF EOCWD Headquarters building, including site work. Assistance provided includes design considerations, delivery method options, entitlement considerations, budgetary considerations, alternative energy solutions, and architectural compatibility with District history, City planning, and neighborhood aesthetics for style, mass, and scale.
Project Management, Funding, and Traffic Engineering Support, City of Lake Forest – Project Manager providing project management of 13 CIP projects with four separate design consultants, coordinating with multiple agencies and funding sources. Providing design solutions and constructability approach recommendations that are being implemented to meet funding and delivery deadlines.
Providing review and update of developer funding matrix and suggestions for how to manage multiple funding sources best. Also providing additional municipal engineering assistance with traffic operations, traffic engineering, and transportation management for capital improvement projects,
EDUCATION
BS, Civil Engineering, California State
University Long Beach, 1986
REGISTRATIONS
Professional Engineer
California No. C49335
Professional Traffic Engineer
California No. TR1637
Professional Traffic Operations Engineer
California No. 661
AWARDS
2019 APWA Southern California Top
Leader Public Sector
AFFILIATIONS
American Society of Civil Engineers
American Public Works Association
Institute of Transportation Engineers
American Water Works Association
City Engineers Association of Orange
County
League of California Cities Public
Works Officers Institute
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
40 total / 5 with Ardurra
MARK LEWIS, PE, TE
Quality Control/City Liaison
A-6 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project Utilities Management Support, City of Huntington Beach – Project Manager responsible for providing organizational analysis and recommendations, assisted with the development of the Capital Improvements Program, including stormwater pump station upgrades, sewer lateral program, and on-site chlorine generation, and coordinated with supervisors and superintendents relative to operational and capital issues.
Sewer Lining FY 2022/2023 & 2023/2024, City of Huntington Beach – Project Manager. The project included the cleaning, CCTV, and lining of 25,000 linear feet of existing sewer line, rehabilitation and lining of 84 manholes, and re-establishment of all private sewer laterals into the main line. Ardurra was charged with providing project management and project controls for the project through completion.
Fro the 2022/23 project, Ardurra was brought in halfway through the project as it had stalled and the City needed assistance to get the contractor refocused and back on track. Once we took the reins, the project proceeded on track and was completed in a timely manner without further interruptions or issues. There was one change order on the project that was contentious between the City and contractor.
Ardurra’s Project Manager, Mark Lewis, worked with both parties to settle the matter amicably. For the 2023/24 project, Ardurra with Mark's leadership, developed the bid package, managed the bidding and award process, and the project startup. This engagement is a testament to the City’s confidence in and appreciation of Ardurra’s and Mark’s work on this and other projects for the City.
I-405 and General Transportation-Related Services, City of Costa Mesa – Consultant to the City providing review and negotiation support for maintenance and ancillary agreements with OCTA/Caltrans related to the I-405 project. Mark’s intimate relationship with the I-405 project from its inception, through development, to participating as a reviewer for selection of the design/build contractor, to negotiating many of the early action matters with OCTA and Caltrans has been instrumental in achieving beneficial results for the cities along the I-405 corridor.
City Engineering Support, City of Laguna Hills – Project Manager responsible for providing assistance with development and permit review, capital project management, staff augmentation, policies, and procedures updates, staffing services for City Traffic Commission, and other general city engineering support services.
* Work performed prior to joining Ardurra
including developing traffic engineering policies, traffic commission agenda reports, reviewing development projects as they relate to traffic impacts, school traffic programs, and daily traffic engineering questions/concerns.
Director of Public Works/City Engineer, City of Fountain Valley* – Public Works Director/City Engineer responsible for overseeing the daily operation of 76 full-time employees, multiple contract maintenance service agreements, an annual $7-million general operating budget, an $11-million water utility operating budget, and a capital improvement budget that ranged from $10 million to $20 million annually. The City is a full-service city with a population of over 55,000. There are 220 full-time employees, up to nearly 100 part-time employees, and an annual $44-million General Fund operating budget. The City delivers high-quality, fiscally responsible public services that feature strong public safety, well-maintained public infrastructure, progressive business development to preserve and enhance City revenues, diverse community programs, and a high quality of life in the City’s neighborhoods. During his tenure, secured more than $2 million from OCTA for staff and consultant resources for the I-405 project interface.
Also, through valuable institutional knowledge of previous freeway agreements was able to ensure all utility relocation costs associated with I-405 are 100 percent funded by OCTA, saving the City several million dollars. Also provided innovative and aggressive financial budgeting and funding strategies to secure over $50 million in Measure M, state, and federal funding for transportation.
Project Management/Constructability Review, City of Seal Beach – Project Manager responsible for providing constructability review and project management during construction for a water and sewer line replacement project as well as an upgrade to a sewer lift station.
Gundry Reservoir Rehabilitation Project, City of Signal Hill – Project Director. Ardurra provided civil and mechanical design services for a sand basin and reservoir to be rehabilitated. The floors and walls of the sand basin and reservoir were to be repaired, any wall penetrations deemed unnecessary were to be removed and repaired, and the existing coatings removed and replaced. Additional footings were placed to accommodate a modern aluminum roof. The existing reservoir internal PVC inlet piping was to be removed and replaced along with mixing inlets, stands, any associated hardware and the outlet grates. Existing steel pipes both inlet, outlet and backwash were to be media blasted and repainted. The reservoir overflow grate was to be replaced and grading of a swale for an overflow/drainage area was proposed.
MARK LEWIS, PE, TE
A-7 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project
QUALIFICATIONS
Kenneth Rosenfield, PE, QSD/P, brings more than 40 years of experience in public works management, project management, construction management, and municipal engineering services. In addition to an impressive employment history in public works, Ken has been an active volunteer and held many leadership positions supporting the profession.
Ken retired in 2022 from the City of Laguna Hills after completing a 27-year career with the City. During his tenure, he directly managed 130 projects that involved project management, construction management, and compliance with federal regulations for federally funded projects. The total value of these projects was over $145 million at their time of construction. Management of projects included meeting all requirements of federally funded, state-funded, local sales tax-funded, and locally funded obligations. As the City’s first Public Services Director/City Engineer, he established the Public Works Department and all of its functions.
The work included public works management; engineering planning and design; capital projects planning, grant applications, operating and capital budgeting, design and implementation; maintenance of all public properties; permitting; construction administration, inspection, and resident engineer; park and landscape maintenance; traffic signal management and maintenance; land development design review, plan check, subdivision, and environmental processing; consultant procurement and management; and hundreds of public presentations. Previously, Ken established the first Public Works Department for the City of Laguna Niguel.
Ken has volunteered for the past 25 years for the American Society of Civil Engineers and is the past ASCE Director for the State of California (Region 9) responsible for 19,000 members. He was also on the 18-member Board of Direction of ASCE based in Reston, Virginia. ASCE, an international organization, is the oldest United States based professional civil engineering organization, a 501c3 non-profit, with a $46 million annual budget.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Senior Project Manager, Ardurra. Since joining Ardurra, Ken has been an integral part of the municipal services team. He has assisted public agencies by providing project management services to fulfill the implementation of their Capital Improvement Programs. Assisted agencies to meet federal contract requirements for roadway construction by creating and coordinating Caltrans submittals allowing the projects to be advertised for bids. For two Los Angeles County agencies, has undertaken multiple projects, including a constructability evaluation of a major wayfinding sign program resulting in successful project completion, project managing five public building improvement projects, including developing a request for proposal and coordinating the retention of an architectural team to implement the projects, developing a seven-year $100 million capital improvement program budget and implementing the recently completed re-dedication of the Bruce’s Beach Park monument. Examples of his assignments include the following:
City of Lakewood. Preparation of the City’s seven-year $100 million capital improvement program budget. Preparation of design RFP for architectural services to refurbish the city council chambers. Project management of the city council refurbishment design services and for the replacement of two emergency generators. Establishment of standardized bid package specifications for CUPCAA projects, for locally funded projects, for federally funded projects and for CDBG-funded projects based upon the 2024 Greenbook. City of Laguna Niguel. Project management of multiple capital improvement projects including planning for pavement rehabilitation projects, preparation of bid package specifications for use with CDBG funds, preparing RFPs for design services for a Bus Shelter Replacement project, for a Trail Extension Improvement project and for a 1.6 mile, $17-million Mobility Enhancement and Permanent Repair project on an arterial highway utilizing state and federal funding. Coordination and compliance with
EDUCATION
MBA, University of California,
Riverside
BS, Civil & Environmental Engineering,
University of California, Irvine
REGISTRATIONS
Registered Professional Engineer
California No. C33496
CERTIFICATIONS
Envision Sustainability Professional
Qualified SWPPP Developer/
Practitioner (QSD/QSP),
Certification #20609
Disaster Service Worker – State of
California
AFFILIATIONS
American Society of Civil Engineers,
Fellow
American Public Works Association
Institute of Transportation Engineers,
Fellow
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
47 total / 3 with Ardurra
KEN ROSENFIELD, PE, ENV SP, QSD/P, F.ASCE
Federal Funding Compliance Oversight
A-8 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project facility improvement projects, and four trails/open space projects; oversight of an extensive number of consultant teams providing services to the City including civil design, traffic design and operations, landscape design and operations and geotechnical evaluations and testing; reviewed proposed private development proposals; managed the regulatory control of public properties; provided oversight of permit issuance and plan checking; acted as chief logistics officer for emergency operations; and managed all maintenance of streets, parks, traffic signals, drainage, trails and public facilities through contract service providers. Provided hundreds of presentations to the City Council and members of the public.
Tenure at the City of Laguna Hills included additional duties in support of the City’s administration. He served as the Assistant City Manager for three years and subsequently served as the Interim City Manager for one year and three months. During those assignments, he retained full responsibility for Public Works Operations, City Engineering, Traffic Engineering, and the Capital Improvement Program.
Public Works Consulting Services,Private Consulting Firm, Santa Ana – Vice President and Professional Services Consultant to various public agencies including:
City of Laguna Hills. Traffic Engineer/Director of Public Services/ City Engineer. Established the Public Services Department and was responsible for permits for work in the public right-of-way, civil plan checking, public works maintenance, traffic engineering, operating and capital improvement program budgeting and implementation, subdivision development, landscape maintenance, and project management for all projects and construction management for most capital improvement program projects. Duties included establishing contract service provider specifications for maintenance of all publicly owned properties and rights of way.
City of Laguna Niguel and City of Villa Park. Director of Public Works/City Engineer. Responsible for providing consulting civil engineering and management services, including design services and onsite staffing services. In Laguna Niguel, established the Public Works Department and managed all maintenance service contracts. City of Rancho Mirage. Director of Public Works/City Engineer.
Responsible for designing a variety of public works, street, traffic, drainage, and landscape improvements, maintenance operations, project management, construction management, engineering administration, traffic engineering, public participation programs, and budget recommendations. Managed the in-house public works maintenance operations.
* Work performed prior to joining Ardurra
Caltrans requirements for federally funded projects. Preparation of standard city bid specifications utilizing the 2024 Greenbook.
Interpretation and recommendations for bridge maintenance based upon Caltrans inspection reports. Review and recommendations for revisions to a third-party Electric Vehicle Charging Rate Study. City of Manhattan Beach. Project management of multiple capital improvement projects including preparation of an RFP for architectural design services, oversight of planning studies for the remodel of city council chambers and other city hall spaces, oversight of design services for remodel of the public works/purchasing warehouse building, a digital art wall, and replacement of the city hall elevator. Review of design, preparation of bid package specifications, evaluation of bids and construction management for a citywide wayfinding sign project. Close out of multiple City projects including a park and a new fire station.
Laguna Hills Public Works Department,City of Laguna Hills* – Director of Public Services/City Engineer. During his 27-year career with the City of Laguna Hills, Ken was in responsible charge of all Public Works Operations, City Engineering, Traffic Engineering, and the Capital Improvement Program. Successfully implemented more than 130 capital improvement program projects valued at more than $145 million. Projects included the widening of all major arterial highway intersections, the widening of Interstate 5 at La Paz Road Interchange, the rehabilitation and maintenance of every public street in the city, and the refurbishment of every local park. Projects also included multiple federally funded projects, development of the 19-acre Community Center and Sports Complex, including the 43,000-SF multi-purpose community building, being an integral team member for the development of the City’s 60,000-SF multi-tenant Civic Center (generating positive cash flow for the City), completion of multiple traffic signal synchronization and upgrade projects, and the construction of the City’s first sports park, Rapid Falls Park, later renamed Cabot Park.
As the City’s first director of public services, duties included developing departmental procedures, preparing departmental operating and citywide capital improvement program budgeting, annual reporting to OCTA and compliance with federally funded project reporting; NPDES compliance, flood control, asset management, traffic engineering, project management of all projects as well as construction management for most capital improvement program projects, coordination with outside agencies, utility coordination, and grant preparation; successful completion of a total of 62 street-related improvement projects including the widening of the Interstate 5 at La Paz Road Interchange, 27 parks improvement projects, 16 streetscape improvement projects, nine flood control projects, 12 public KEN ROSENFIELD, PE, ENV SP, QSD/P, F.ASCE
A-9 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project
QUALIFICATIONS
Nathan Wolitarsky has an accomplished career focused on water projects throughout California. His extensive experience includes construction of projects that contain pump stations, bioretention basins, reservoirs, concrete tanks, waterlines, sanitary sewer systems, wastewater treatment plants, injection wells, aligner pipe installation including epoxy-lined CMLC, construction of buildings including shoring, compaction, and retaining walls. With his exceptional attention to detail and proficient problem-solving skills, he has been given increased levels of responsibility, including project/plan execution, quality control, quality assurance, reporting, preparation of as-built drawings, and being assigned the Competent Person responsible for ensuring a safe workspace.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
John Anson Ford Park Regional Aquatics Center,City of Bell Gardens – Inspector. Project includes construction management and inspection services to coordinate with the City and design team, and to manage the bid, demolition, and construction phases. Construction consists of the demolition of the former Ford Park Aquatics Center and construction of a new 12,800 SF aquatics building that includes a lobby, check-in, and administrative offices, restrooms, mechanical and storage rooms. The facility includes new swimming pools (a competition pool, activity pool, and therapy pool), water play structures, outdoor amphitheater and amenities, shade structures, and site work including walkways, lighting, landscaping, and parking.
On-Call Construction Management/Engineering Support/Testing & Inspection,City of Cypress – Providing inspection on various CIP projects for the City of Cypress. Projects have included:
Cypress Community Center HVAC Replacement
Cypress Senior Center Interior Improvement, Project 290 Cypress City Hall Restroom Remodel, Project 324
Cypress Veterans and Cedar Glen Park Parking Lot Resurface, Project 363 Cypress Arterial Rehab, Project 350
Utility Company Permit Inspections in the City’s Public Right-of-Way, including SoCal Gas, Charter/Spectrum, Edison, AT&T, and Golden State Water Company Simon Ranch Reservoir Replacement,*City of Tustin – Foreman for the construction of a new booster pump station that included a 1-million-gallon prestressed concrete tank and 350 feet of retaining walls.
Supervised paving replacement and 400 feet of 16-inch pipe layout; individually responsible for vertical and horizontal layout of the project 30 feet down to 30 feet higher, which included quality assurance for all grading and shoring operations; and conducted pressure testing of water mains and tanks.
Garfield Reservoir,*City of South Pasadena – Apprentice. Work included the demolition of existing structures and the construction of a pump station and appurtenances, two replacement reservoirs, rechlorination room, water distribution support yard, an 11,000-square-foot 2-story municipal building, and storm drain within an existing easement.
Superior Avenue Pedestrian/Bicycle Bridge and Parking Lot,City of Newport Beach – Inspector.
The City of Newport Beach’s goal on this $15.4 million project was to increase parking availability and improve safety and access for pedestrians and cyclists to Sunset Ridge Park. Improvements included a new pedestrian/bicycle bridge approximately 210 feet long and 12 feet wide overcrossing Superior
EDUCATION
OSHA Training, Construction Safety
and Health
NUCA Excavation
Safety/Competent Person Training
Confined Space Training
CERTIFICATIONS
Water Distribution Operator
Grade D1
Journeyman Carpenter
Journeyman Construction Craft
Laborer
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
12 total / 3 with Ardurra
NATHAN WOLITARSKY
Construction Inspector
A-10 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project Well # 2 Replacement, Tract 340,* Mutual Water Company (Cudahy, CA) – Lead Pipefitter for new well construction containing steel piping, storm drains, and catch basins. Constructed chlorination and electrical buildings.
Remedial Slope Repair,*City of Thousand Oaks – Foreman/Site Supervisor for the construction of a 15-foot-wide keyway at the toe of a bedrock slope. Provided quality control while orchestrating the removal and recompaction of 14,000 cubic yards of dirt and installation of 1,000 feet of subdrain with 3 subdrain outlets including a rip rap dissipator adjacent to the Callegaus reservoir.
Orange County Mid Basin Centennial Park Injection,* Orange County Water District (Santa Ana, CA) – Laborer/Carpenter Apprentice/ On-Site Representative for the construction of four injection wells, two monitoring wells, 5,700 feet of supply pipeline, and 4,200 feet of backflush pipeline. Promoted as the company’s on-site representative, which included responsibility for all daily reports as well as acting liaison between the subcontractor and County during overnight activity. *Work performed prior to joining Ardurra
Avenue; a new larger parking lot with 129 parking spaces; expansion of Sunset View Park (additional grass area); earthwork, grading, retaining walls, storm drain and lighting improvements; landscape and irrigation improvements; and amenities including a drop-off area, bicycle fix-it station, and a drinking water fountain. Services included daily inspections to ensure compliance with Greenbook and Caltrans standards, traffic control for both day and night operations, and effective coordination with the City’s utilities team and Southern California Edison. Our proactive communication strategy ensured the community stayed informed and engaged with the project’s progress.
Local and federal programs fund this project, which means our team segregated project costs to ensure FHWA compliance. This project received the 2025 ACEC California Engineering Excellence Merit Award; 2025 ASCE Orange County Outstanding Bridge Project Award; and 2025 CMAA Southern California Project Achievement Award.
Digester System Expansion,*Kern Sanitation Authority (Bakersfield, CA) – Crew Leader for the construction of new prestressed concrete digesters, which included demolition of two existing digesters, construction of digester gas scrubber and transfer pump foundations.
Supervised the underground conduit subcontractors, drain installation, and waterlines. Conducted quality control for all shoring, paving, and compaction.
NATHAN WOLITARSKY
A-11 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project
QUALIFICATIONS
Kelly Leyva is an emerging leader in construction management. She demonstrates leadership and has a commitment to community-first values, with a proven ability to foster strong relationships and deliver results while upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. She graduated from CMAA’s internship program and then joined Ardurra as an intern, progressing into a full-time position as an assistant construction manager/project controls engineer. While at Ardurra, Kelly has provided accurate and timely support on public works projects for the cities of Long Beach, Huntington Beach, Ventura, Newport Beach, Bell Gardens, Hawaiian Gardens, Garden Grove, and Anaheim. She is fluent in Spanish, able to quickly and effectively translate written content and assist with verbal communication to support public outreach services.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Tot Lot Playground Improvements to Biscailuz Park & Playground Improvements to Boyar Park,City of Lakewood – Assistant Construction Manager for this project that included infrastructure improvements at two parks within the city of Lakewood. Project scope included removal of existing sand, play equipment and concrete foundations, grading, removal & replacement of chain link fabric, installation of new Owner Furnished Contractor Installed (OFCI) play equipment, new resilient rubberized surfacing, and miscellaneous related improvements at Biscailuz and Boyar Parks.
John Anson Ford Park Regional Aquatic Center,City of Bell Gardens – Assistant Construction Manager/Project Controls Engineer. Project includes construction management and inspection services to coordinate with the City and design team, and to manage the bid, demolition, and construction phases.
Construction consists of the demolition of the former Ford Park Aquatics Center and construction of a new 12,800 SF aquatics building that includes a lobby, check-in, and administrative offices, restrooms, mechanical and storage rooms. The facility includes new swimming pools (a competition pool, activity pool, and therapy pool), water play structures, outdoor amphitheater and amenities, shade structures, and site work including walkways, lighting, landscaping, and parking.
Mary K. Giordano Regional Transit Center,City of Torrance – Assistant Construction Manager for this flagship terminal for the City’s 11-route agency, Torrance Transit, and other public transportation providers. This LEED v2009 Gold project included a 15,000-SF building that accommodates a transit store, an operator layover area with amenities, offices, a security office/post communications room, a training/ conference room, a storage room, and the ability to house areas for small retail use. The 5-acre terminal facility provides eight bus berths, a 250-space parking lot, a passenger drop-off zone, eight bicycle lockers, an electric car charging station infrastructure, CCTV security cameras, and anti-vandalism/anti-skating devices. The project also involved offsite improvements for the installation of required utilities, the widening of Crenshaw Boulevard, and the construction of an extension of 208th Street. 2024 Merit Award, ACEC California and 2024 Project Award, CMAA Southern California Chapter South Bay Regional Intermodal Transit Center,City of Redondo Beach – Assistant Construction Manager. This new $13 million LEED-certified transit center includes a 2,900-SF building housing an operator lounge, passenger waiting area with restrooms, and offices. Improvements also include a kiss-and-ride parking lot and passenger drop-off area, 11 bus bays, signalized crosswalks, traffic signals, striping, and an upper-level parking lot. 2024 Merit Award, ACEC California; 2023 Project Achievement Award for Transportation, CMAA Southern California; and 2023 BEST Project of the Year (Facilities), APWA Southern California
EDUCATION
BS, Civil Engineering, California State
University, Fullerton, 2023
CERTIFICATIONS
Construction Manager-in-Training
(CMIT)
TRAINING
CMAA Southern California Internship
Program, 2022
SOFTWARE
Revit
AutoCAD
AutoCAD Civil 3D
Sap2000
RAM Structural System
EPANET
AFFILIATIONS
Construction Management Association
of America (CMAA) Student Chapter,
former Vice President, Social Media
Coordinator, Outreach Chair
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
3 total / 3 with Ardurra
KELLY LEYVA, CMIT
Project Controls
A-12 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project On-Call Staff Augmentation – Senior Permit Technician,City of Huntington Beach – Experienced Senior Permit Technician with a strong background in construction permit issuance for government agencies, adept at reviewing blueprints and plans for code compliance, issuing permits, and maintaining accurate records. Demonstrates leadership, and a commitment to community-first values, with a proven ability to foster strong relationships and deliver results while upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.
Superior Avenue Pedestrian/Bicycle Bridge and Parking Lot, City of Newport Beach – Assistant Construction Manager. The City of Newport Beach’s goal on this $15.4 million project was to increase parking availability and improve safety and access for pedestrians and cyclists to Sunset Ridge Park. Improvements included a new pedestrian/bicycle bridge approximately 210 feet long and 12 feet wide overcrossing Superior Avenue; a new larger parking lot with 129 parking spaces; expansion of Sunset View Park (additional grass area); earthwork, grading, retaining walls, storm drain and lighting improvements; landscape and irrigation improvements; and amenities including a drop-off area, bicycle fix-it station, and a drinking water fountain. Services included daily inspections to ensure compliance with Greenbook and Caltrans standards, traffic control for both day and night operations, and effective coordination with the City’s utilities team and Southern California Edison. Our proactive communication strategy ensured the community stayed informed and engaged with the project’s progress. Local and federal programs fund this project, which means our team segregated project costs to ensure FHWA compliance.
This project received the 2025 ACEC California Engineering Excellence Merit Award; 2025 ASCE Orange County Outstanding Bridge Project Award; and 2025 CMAA Southern California Project Achievement Award.
Carson Street Beautification (Phase II),City of Hawaiian Gardens – Assistant Construction Manager. Improvements consist of removing existing trees and brick paving bands; constructing new ADAcompliant curb ramps, curbs and gutters, sidewalks, and driveway approaches; planting new drought-tolerant plants and upgrading landscaping including street trees, shrubs, and groundcovers; installing new weather-based irrigation controller and automatic dripline irrigation system in all landscape areas; new pedestrian lighting; installing new signage and graphics including new monument and directional signs; cold milling existing AC pavement and AC overlay; furnishing and installing new bus shelters and trash receptacles; and installing traffic signal loop detectors, traffic striping, signing, and pavement markings.
Alamitos Beach Concession Building,City of Long Beach – Assistant Construction Manager. This project involved construction of a two-story beach restaurant that offers rooftop dining and a convenient concession window as well as fitness stations, a dune-themed passive playground, a new pickup and drop-off plaza, bike share station, sports equipment rental facility, and secure restrooms. The project implemented enhanced circulation, bike access, wayfinding graphics, and additional beach parking including electric vehicle (EV) parking stalls. The City selected the Ardurra PM/CM team to assist the contractor in keeping the project on track and able to deliver a successful project to the City. Ardurra provided documents control services to streamline the workload and lessen the budget needed to complete the project. 2024 Commendation Award, ACEC California and 2024 Project Award, CMAA Southern California Chapter
Belmont Plaza Pool Rebuild/Revitalization Project,City of Long Beach – Assistant Project Manager. Project to construct a world-class aquatics facility replacing the now-demolished Belmont Olympic Pool.
The new facility will host swimming, water polo and platform diving events at the local, regional, and national levels. Ardurra is representing the City and its interests in all negotiations, meetings, community outreach, entitlements, permitting, design management and related activities throughout the project. The project required extensive public outreach and implementation of a stakeholder advisory committee during the programmatic and conceptual design phases. An extensive Environmental Impact Report (EIR) with an extended comment period and four public study sessions were required to achieve CEQA clearance.
The project also required extensive additional analyses and coordination with the California Coastal Commission to address numerous appeals and concerns regarding citywide access to the pools, sea-level rise/ wave uprush, and beach erosion, as well as justification of alternate project sites. Ardurra conducted biddability and constructability reviews assessing temporary facilities, demolition, and the new facilities’ project documents.
Ventura Fire Station Roll-Up Doors,City of Ventura – Assistant Project Manager. The City’s Fire Stations 1-6 have proven to need expansion due to the ongoing fire truck size limitations, so the City contracted Ardurra to perform project engineering and management services for project design consultants including feasibility studies, plan and specification review, provide bid/construction support, solicit bids from vendors, negotiate pricing and time frames, and secure contracts with vendors.
KELLY LEYVA, CMIT
A-13 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project
QUALIFICATIONS
Erica Berger is a labor compliance professional who serves as Ardurra’s Labor Compliance (LC) Administrator and the Field Investigations Manager. As the LC Administrator, Erica ensures that the various LC contracts are secured and reviews all the LC Pre-Construction Applications to comply with either DIR, federal, and/or dually funded projects. She works with the contractors and their subcontractors to utilize LCP Tracker and avoid iterative submissions. Erica also serves as the Field Investigations Manager, where she both conducts the field interviews for compliance with LC issues and also verifies the appropriate wage determinations and LC posters are posted for each project. She oversees the added task for grantfunded projects for photographic documentation and the forms required to comply with state-funded grant projects and with the Davis-Bacon Act (DBA) regulations.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
ARPA Program – Labor Compliance Services,Eastern Municipal Water District (Riverside and San Diego Counties) – Project Manager/Field Interview Manager. Ardurra was contracted by EMWD to provide labor compliance services for all projects under the District’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Agreement. Ardurra ensures that the District is following federal prevailing wage requirements under ARPA, and ensures compliance with the agreement(s) terms and conditions including all the labor compliance documentation, including all Davis-Bacon Act requirements. This project managed over 13 individual ARPA-funded projects totaling over $95 million. The Ardurra team utilized LCP Tracker for the dually funded projects to meet both the Federal and State labor compliance requirements. In addition, the Ardurra team developed a procedure to extract the LCP Tracker information and integrate with the District’s document control system. The tasks of the contract included all of the labor compliance services to ensure compliance within each phase of construction and included conducting all field interviews.
ARPA Program – Labor Compliance Services,City of Corona – Project Manager/Field Interview Manager. Ardurra was contracted by the City of Chino to provide labor compliance services for dually funded projects since all the projects under this contract are under the City’s American Rescue Plan Act Agreement. Ardurra will ensure that the City is following federal prevailing wage requirements under the ARPA and ensure compliance with the agreement's terms and conditions, including Davis-Bacon Act requirements. This project managed 6 individual ARPA-funded projects, which totaled over $55 million.
The projects are high profile and included the following critical infrastructure:
City Hall Veterans Memorial Improvements Project
Police Department Upgrade Project
South Mall Parking Lot Project
Various traffic signal optimization projects
The Ardurra team utilized LCP Tracker for the dual-funded project to meet both the Federal State labor compliance requirements.
As-Needed Labor Compliance Services,Eastern Municipal Water District (Riverside and San Diego Counties) – Project Manager/Field Interview Manager. Ardurra was contracted by the District to provide labor compliance services for both dually funded projects and projects under the purview of the State/DIR.
The contract is a Task Order-based contract to support each of the Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) the District constructs over the next three years. This contract will require the full labor compliance services for all phases of construction: Pre-Construction, Construction, and Post Construction. The tasks involve preparing the labor compliance documentation packages for the prime and all subcontractors, wage
EDUCATION
Cuyamaca College/Grossmont College
Course Work: Associate’s Degree in
Social & Behavioral Sciences, 2012
CERTIFICATIONS
CPR Certified
Confined Space Certified
TRAINING
AGC Prevailing Wage
Confined Space Training
SOFTWARE
LCP Tracker
Smartsheet
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
5 total / 5 with Ardurra
ERICA BERGER
Labor Compliance
A-14 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project Flow Monitoring Services, Various Clients in Southern California – As Field Supervisor of Ardurra’s Flow Monitoring Group, Erica’s responsibilities include scheduling field crew to daily worksites; coordinating with our clients, the agency’s and traffic control personnel to ensure access for field work; training employees on safety, how to maintain, install, and monitor various types of flow meters and rain gauges; and verify that all equipment, tools, and supplies are ready and available for field crews. She prepares weekly and monthly feedback to our clients on the data that they are relying on, by collecting and organizing data from all meters in water reclamation centers, water treatment plants, storm drains, sewer lines, lakes, bays, oceans, etc. Additionally, Erica organizes and compiles project data for clients, including initial, progress, and final reports, occasionally traveling to meter locations across Southern California. On an as-needed basis, she performs live water flow readings, takes measurements, installs water meters, and oversees maintenance tasks as required, as well as coordinates, maps, and manages all aspects of the projects. determination, monitoring of certified payroll, field interviews, fringe benefit statement analysis, and all other tasks to ensure compliance with all State and Federal requirements.
As-Needed Contract Administration for Labor Compliance
Consulting Services,County of San Diego – Field Interview Manager. Provided management and oversight for labor compliance assistance for the County of San Diego with monitoring activities to ensure that workers employed by the County’s contractors and their subcontractors are hired and paid in compliance with all applicable labor standards. Ardurra served as the primary contact person for the County’s contractors and their subcontractors for issues related to labor compliance standards. Ardurra provided labor compliance for every type of project delivery method, including the traditional design-bid-build, design-build, progressive design build, and construction management at risk (CMAR). In addition, Ardurra monitored all DVBE participation and any other task-specific documentation.
ERICA BERGER
A-15 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project
QUALIFICATIONS
Robin Babka has more than 30 years of experience providing project administration services. She is a strong team member with a high degree of professionalism with a reputation for quality customer service and effective communication.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Robin works closely with contractors and their subcontractors to ensure they are compliant with Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) rules. She assists them in logging information in LCP Tracker and performs monthly quality control functions on their reports. She conducts monthly field interviews with contractor employees and reviews certified payroll monthly and creates progress reports that are submitted to the contractor. The following projects are highlights of some recent projects she has carried out in the role of Labor Compliance Specialist:
ARPA Grant-Funded Projects, Rancho California Water District – Labor compliance services for various ARPA projects
ARPA Grant-Funded Projects, City of Corona – Labor Compliance services for various ARPA projects
Tertiary Treatment System,San Bernardino Municipal Water District – Construction of a new tertiary treatment facility
Water Facilities Relocation,San Bernardino Municipal Water District – Construction of a new administration building with new steel canopy connecting the new administration building with the existing one
Horsethief Canyon Water Reclamation Facility Rehabilitation,Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District – Rehabilitation of wastewater treatment plant East Mesa Juvenile Detention Facility Softening,County of San Diego – Rehabilitation of 6 housing units
Gordon Hill Road Pipeline Replacement, Valley Center Municipal Water District – Replacement of 4,700 feet of water pipeline
As-Needed Project Management Services – Small Projects (Document Control and Contractor Compliance), San Diego County Department of Public Works, Department of General Services, Project Management Division (San Diego, CA) – Under contract with the County, Robin provided project administration services and helped with the development and maintenance of the Document Control Program for the Small Contract Labor Compliance program for San Diego County. Working with the prime contractors and subcontractors, she assisted with establishing guidelines for logging and retrieving all required documentation for conformance to the DIR rules. She assisted with training to County employees, contractors and subcontractors on how to execute the required documentation, how to navigate the DIR website, and is a resource for the contractors to answer questions or direct them to resources.
She monitors and verifies that the correct prevailing wages for each County contract, the required Apprenticeship participation is achieved, and the correct labor classification is being assigned to workers on the site. Under this contract, Ardurra has opened and managed the document submittals for more than 850 contractors and subcontractors on different projects over the past 2.5 years and currently has more than 550 active files.
EDUCATION
U.S. Navy Seabee, 1991
TRAINING
AGC Prevailing Wage, Certified Payroll
& Compliance
SOFTWARE
LCP Tracker
Smartsheet
Virtual Project Management (VPM)
CICPO
AFFILIATIONS
Society of American Military Engineers
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
32 total / 8 with Ardurra
ROBIN BABKA
Labor Compliance
A-16 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project Doors & Hardware & Systems Integration,*City of Phoenix – Robin provided project administration support for the following:
Receive, review, and record AIA documents, RFPs, and
agreements.
Maintain project-specific files and electronic database. Provide daily project cost reports.
Generate accurate, detailed sales and service invoices. *Work performed prior to joining Ardurra
Group Jobs, City of San Diego – Resident Engineer on four group job projects for the City of San Diego. Duties included submittal review, change order negotiation, pay request evaluation and inspection.
The four group jobs involve sewer and water installation as well as appurtenance. The jobs totaled approximately $7 million.
Construction Services Group & Systems Integration,*City of Kansas City – Robin provided project administration services for the following:
Review agreements and determine specific labor standards. Ensure Prevailing Wage is included in the project specifications and contract.
Maintain Labor Compliance Administration files.
Review and approve weekly certified payroll records and fringe benefit statement.
Provide weekly certified payroll reports.
Prepare and furnish final project closeout reports.
ROBIN BABKA
A-17 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project
QUALIFICATIONS
As a Principal Engineer for Ninyo & Moore (N&M), Garreth Saiki coordinates and conducts geotechnical evaluations for residential, commercial, and public facilities, including water infrastructure, highways, railroads, airports, public and private buildings, and bridges; performs slope stability analyses, flexible and rigid pavement design, and underground pipeline design; prepares and reviews geotechnical reports; and provides geotechnical design parameters and recommendations for shallow and deep foundations, retaining structures, in-situ ground remediation and earthwork; reviews laboratory results and project plans and specifications. He also provides project coordination and oversees scheduling of field activities, supervises staff-level geologists and engineers, supervises field technicians and special inspectors, reviews project plans and specifications, and reviews laboratory test results for conformance with the project documents, including the Uniform Building Code (UBC), California Building Code (CBC), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), State Department of Transportation (Caltrans), American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), and the Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction (Greenbook).
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Bellflower Youth and Senior Center, Bellflower, CA – Principal Engineer providing oversight of the geotechnical engineering, materials testing, and special inspection services during construction of the Bellflower Youth and Senior Citizen Center, located at 16600 Clark Avenue in Bellflower, California. The project consists of a new, single-story, approximately 11,834-square-foot community center designed to serve both youth and senior populations. The new building includes community rooms, administrative offices, youth and senior activity spaces, a kitchen, storage areas, and multiple restrooms, along with outdoor patios, flatwork, and landscaped areas.
Community Aquatics and Senior Center,City of Gardena, CA – Principal Engineer providing oversight of the geotechnical engineering, materials testing, and special inspection services for the construction of the Gardena Community Aquatic and Senior Center, located at 1654 West 160th Street in Gardena, California. The project consists of the development of a new community facility encompassing an aquatic center, senior center, and related infrastructure. The new facility will include a two-story senior center building with program rooms, staff offices, lounge areas, a commercial kitchen, restrooms, and utility rooms, along with an attached recreation swimming pool, pool deck, aquatics equipment room, and storage areas. Exterior improvements include the construction of shade structures, bleacher seating, perimeter and low walls, barbeque facilities, ADA-compliant hardscape paving, and landscape enhancements.
Huntington Beach Senior Center, Huntington Beach, CA – Principal Engineer retained for geotechnical, materials testing, and deputy inspection services for the construction of the Huntington Beach Senior Center project in Huntington Beach, California. The new Senior Center is a single-story, 37,563-square-foot facility located on a 5-acre parcel. The center includes a 6,000-square-foot HOAG Health & Wellness Pavilion, 4,600-square-foot Parkview room, and 227 parking spaces. Services included project coordination, management and technical support, and deputy inspection for reinforced concrete placement, onsite/offsite field inspections, reinforcing steel placement, structural steel erection, welding, non-destructive testing of welds, high strength bolting, and anchor/expansion bolt installation.
Services also included earthwork observation and density testing for compacted fill (CF), utility backfill, structure backfill, subgrade (SG), aggregate base (AB) placement, and asphalt concrete (AC) placement.
EDUCATION
MBA, University of California Davis,
1998
MS, Geotechnical Engineering,
University of California Berkeley,
1989
BS, Civil Engineering, University of
California Berkeley, 1987
REGISTRATIONS
Registered Professional Engineer
California No. 49665
Professional Geotechnical Engineer
California No. 2509
Nuclear Gauge Operator Certification
AFFILIATIONS
American Society of Civil Engineers
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
38 total / 26 with N&M
GARRETH SAIKI, PE, GE
Materials Testing & Inspection |N&M Principal Engineer - Materials A-18 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project structures. The project also included a new 220-foot-long pedestrian bridge with associated offsite elevator that will span Ellis Avenue to the south, as well as a new bioswale infiltration system, utility pipeline, exterior concrete hardscape and asphalt concrete paving. Services included geotechnical observation and field density testing for the project earthwork operations. Special inspection services include observation and documentation during all aspects of the project onsite and nearby offsite reinforced concrete construction.
City of Yorba Linda, Library and Arts Center Project,Yorba Linda, CA – Principal Engineer retained during construction of the Yorba Linda Public Library & Arts Center project located in Yorba Linda, California. The project consisted of construction of a of a new 2-story, 45,000-square-foot public library building and a new single-story 14,000-square-foot community arts center building, as well as a new parking lot and various site improvements. The new buildings structurally consist of concrete spread footings, grade beams and slab on grade, structural steel framing including moment frames, metal stud walls, masonry walls, concrete over metal deck, and steel stairs. Other structural improvements included a masonry trash enclosure, reinforced masonry and concrete retaining walls, and steel framed trellis. Other site improvements include a parking lot, new utilities, a bio-detention system, light poles and concrete pavement.
ACI technicians and reinforced concrete inspectors were provided for concrete placements. Services also included recommendations for oversize material disposal, recommendations for additional slope grading, and pavement recommendations.
Orange County Healthcare Campus at El Toro Project, Irvine, CA – Principal Engineer providing oversight for the geotechnical, materials testing and special inspection services during construction of the new campus located on Marine Way across from the Great Park.
It will include a pharmacy, lab, warehouse, administrative offices, and an emergency operations center. The new campus will also expand the public health lab and consolidate several related facilities. Project also included a south parking lot and west parking lot. Services included inspection of earthwork, concrete, masonry, roofing and structural steel.
OCSan/P1-128A Headquarters Complex at Plant No. 1,Fountain Valley, CA – Principal Engineer providing oversight for geotechnical and materials testing services during construction. The project consisted of a new, 3-story, environmentally friendly, hybrid mass timber headquarters complex that will total approximately 110,000 square feet and includes a new elevator tower, monumental stairway and a new canopy structure, as well as new pavilion and waste enclosure
GARRETH SAIKI, PE, GE
A-19 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project
QUALIFICATIONS
As a project engineer for Ninyo & Moore (N&M), Enrique Romero serves as a Project Manager and coordinates and supervises fieldwork activities including logging and sampling borings, CPTs, percolation testing, and geophysical testing, analyzing geotechnical data obtained from both field and office research, developing laboratory testing programs, performing engineering analysis, providing geotechnical recommendations, and preparing reports.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Bellflower Youth and Senior Center, Bellflower, CA – Project Manager for the geotechnical engineering, materials testing, and special inspection services during construction of the Bellflower Youth and Senior Citizen Center, located at 16600 Clark Avenue in Bellflower, California. The project consists of a new, single-story, approximately 11,834-square-foot community center designed to serve both youth and senior populations. The new building includes community rooms, administrative offices, youth and senior activity spaces, kitchen, storage areas, and multiple restrooms, along with outdoor patios, flatwork, and landscaped areas.
Community Aquatics and Senior Center,City of Gardena, CA – Project Manager for the geotechnical engineering, materials testing, and special inspection services for the construction of the Gardena Community Aquatic and Senior Center, located at 1654 West 160th Street in Gardena, California. The project consists of the development of a new community facility encompassing an aquatic center, senior center, and related infrastructure. The new facility will include a two-story senior center building with program rooms, staff offices, lounge areas, a commercial kitchen, restrooms, and utility rooms, along with an attached recreation swimming pool, pool deck, aquatics equipment room, and storage areas. Exterior improvements include the construction of shade structures, bleacher seating, perimeter and low walls, barbeque facilities, ADA-compliant hardscape paving, and landscape enhancements.
Orange County Healthcare Campus at El Toro Project, Irvine, CA – Project Engineer for the geotechnical, materials testing and special inspection services during construction of the new campus located on Marine Way across from the Great Park. It will include a pharmacy, lab, warehouse, administrative offices, and an emergency operations center. The new campus will also expand the public health lab and consolidate several related facilities. Project also included a south parking lot and west parking lot. Services included inspection of earthwork, concrete, masonry, roofing and structural steel.
REDA – Ontario Ranch Business Park, Ontario, CA – Project Manager for construction observation and materials testing services for the reconstruction of El Dorado Park West to improve water quality, restore pond liner, enlarge wetlands and forebay, remove invasive species and plant new landscaping.
Oversaw soil excavation/compaction, reinforced concrete, masonry, and site paving. Work also included environmental and geotechnical services to provide recommendations for resolving organic content and pumping issues with pond bottom.
Orange County Water District (OCWD) Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Treatment System Wells 20, 21 and 22 Project, Orange, CA – Project Manager providing geotechnical and materials testing services during construction of the OCWD PFAS Treatment System Wells 20, 21, and 22.
The project generally consisted of various improvements at each of the three separate well sites including masonry chemical buildings, concrete equipment pads, yard piping, underground concrete vault, steel framed pipe supports, concrete pavement and asphalt concrete pavement.
EDUCATION
BS, Civil Engineering/Construction
Management, California State
University, Long Beach
CERTIFICATIONS
OSHA 40-Hour Hazwoper Certification
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
5 total / 1 with N&M
ENRIQUE ROMERO
Materials Testing & Inspection |N&M Project Manager
A-20 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project SCG Wheeler Ridge Compressor Station – Various
Improvements,Kern County, CA – The project included various modifications to the SoCal Gas Wheeler Ridge Compressor Station involving new equipment and upgrading the station for the growing demand in Kern County. Enrique was responsible for scheduling and overseeing geotechnical, reinforced concrete, post-installed anchor observation and welding inspections for the new selective catalyst reduction unit. Additionally, he performed QA/QC for inspection reports, reviewed and processed invoices, and submitted reports to the SDG&E Project Manager and team.
City of Orange Well No. 28 Equipping Project, Orange, CA – Project Manager providing materials testing and special inspection services pertaining to the construction of the Well No. 28 Equipping Project.
The project consisted of various improvements including a new masonry electrical and chemical building, pre-treatment filters, IX vessels, masonry walls, fencing and gates, biofiltration system, well enclosure, screen wall and associated piping. The project also involved the construction of a new park that included a new shade structure, monument sign, brick columns, concrete paving, grouted brick paving, seat walls, drinking fountains, and landscaping.
ENRIQUE ROMERO
A-21 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project
QUALIFICATIONS
As a Senior Field Technician, Steve Almond’s duties consist of performing field density testing during the compaction of soil and asphalt, and field-testing of concrete. His duties also involve performing laboratory tests including sand equivalent, moisture and density, hydrometer, gradation, California impact tests, specific gravity, absorption, cleanness value, and percent crushed particles tests.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Community Aquatics and Senior Center,City of Gardena, CA – Senior Field Technician providing geotechnical and materials testing and special inspection services during construction of the Community Aquatics and Senior Center project located at 1654 W. 160th Street in Gardena, California. The project consists of a new 2-story senior center, a new swimming pool, shade structures, bleachers, and a pool building. The new Senior Center Building consists of concrete spread footings and slab on grade, masonry walls, steel framing, metal stud interior walls, and concrete over metal decking. The Pool Building consists of concrete foundations and masonry walls.
Huntington Beach Senior Center, Huntington Beach, CA – Senior Field Technician providing materials testing and inspection services during construction of the Huntington Beach Senior Center project in Huntington Beach, California. The new Senior Center is a single-story, 37,563-square-foot facility located on a 5-acre parcel. The center includes a 6,000-square-foot HOAG Health & Wellness Pavilion, 4,600-square-foot Parkview room, and 227 parking spaces. Services included project coordination, management and technical support, and deputy inspection for reinforced concrete placement, onsite/ offsite field inspections, reinforcing steel placement, structural steel erection, welding, non-destructive testing of welds, high strength bolting, and anchor/expansion bolt installation. Services also included earthwork observation and density testing for compacted fill (CF), utility backfill, structure backfill, subgrade (SG), aggregate base (AB) placement, and asphalt concrete (AC) placement. ACI technicians and reinforced concrete inspectors were provided for concrete placements. Services also included recommendations for oversize material disposal, recommendations for additional slope grading, and pavement recommendations.
Arcadia Community Regional Park Pool and Pool Building,County of Los Angeles (Arcadia, CA) – Senior Field Technician/Inspector provided materials testing and deputy inspection services during construction of the Arcadia Community Regional Park Pool and Pool Building project located in Arcadia, California. The project consisted of replacement of the existing pool building and two swimming pools with construction of a new, single-story, approximately 8,100-square-foot pool building, and construction of a new competition swimming pool and separate wading pool. The new single-story pool building structurally consisted of a reinforced concrete foundation, slab-on-grade, and concrete masonry unit walls, as well as metal, glue-lam beam, and structural steel framing supporting the roof. Site improvements included new underground utility pipelines and new exterior concrete hardscape and asphalt concrete paving, as well as construction of a new infiltration system to collect runoff from the new improvements. Services included geotechnical and materials testing during the project building pad and exterior hardscape rough grading construction, as well as various trench and structural backfill recompaction operations. Services also included deputy inspection and testing services during the project structural steel, reinforced concrete and masonry construction, as well as onsite non-destructive weld testing. Materials testing services included geotechnical materials sampling and testing, as well as sampling and subsequent compressive strength testing of concrete, grout, and mortar, as well as masonry prism specimens.
CERTIFICATIONS
ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician
Grade I
CALTRANS
Radiation (Nuclear Gauge) User Safety
OSHA Confined Space Entry
Competent
Person
OSHA Excavation Competent Person
Transportation Worker Identification
Credential
USDOT HAZMat Refresher Training
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
16 total / 14 with N&M
STEVE ALMOND
Materials Testing & Inspection |N&M Senior Field Technician A-22 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project Port of Long Beach On-Call Soils and Materials Testing & Inspection Services,Long Beach, CA – Field Technician for the on-call materials testing and inspections contract for various Port of Long Beach projects. Projects consisted of demolition of existing facilities (buildings, structures, landscaping, and utility systems); new construction and improvements to intermodal rail yards; roadways; bridges; container terminal development; commercial office buildings; industrial buildings; fire stations; dredging; navigation improvements; utilities; grading and paving; fencing; and communication systems.
Southern California Edison On-Call Geotechnical, Soils and Materials Testing & Inspection Services,California – Senior Field Technician providing on-call field density and materials testing services for various Southern California Edison (SCE) projects, including subgrade, aggregate base, and/or asphalt concrete testing at the Serrano Substation, the Thornhill Substation, the Perez Substation, the Rush Substation, the Santa Barbara Reliability Project, the San Joaquin Cross Valley Loop Project, and the Valley Substation 500k/V project.
Terrace Parking and Water Quality Basin,City of Irvine, CA – Senior Field Technician retained during construction of the Cultural Terrace Parking Lot Project located at the Irvine Great Park in Irvine, California.
The parking lot site consists of portions of the former MCAS El Toro aircraft taxiways and vegetated buffer strips. The new parking lot construction includes rough grading to meet proposed design grade elevations, water quality basin construction with appurtenant structures, parking lot construction with asphalt concrete over aggregate base, asphalt concrete driveway, concrete driveways, sidewalk, curb and gutter, curb returns, light pole foundations, installation of reinforced concrete pipe storm drains, drainage structures and appurtenances. Services included project coordination, technical support, and management, including review of the project plans and specifications.
Long Beach Airport On-Call Materials Testing and Inspection Services,Long Beach, CA – Senior Field Technician providing geotechnical testing and inspections in accordance with the City of Long Beach’s Building Department requirements. P2TAIP is subdivided into several components. Each component represents a separate project and will be executed in several phases. Generally, the P2TAIP involves construction of a new TSA screening building (CBIS- Component 1A) including an outbound baggage carousel structure, a new ticketing building (Component 2), a new baggage claim area (Component.) John Wayne Airport/On-Call Geotechnical/Materials Testing and Construction Inspection Services, Orange County, CA – Senior Field Technician providing on-call materials testing services for various airport projects located at the John Wayne Airport in Orange County, California. Services included field sampling and testing of construction materials, as well as providing laboratory testing of soil, concrete, steel, and other materials. These services were performed on the recently completed new Terminal C, which was designed and constructed as an essential facility in accordance with the California Building Code.
STEVE ALMOND
APPENDIX B
REQUIRED FORMS
B-1 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project
REQUIRED FORMS
B-2 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project Request for Proposals for Consulting Services for the Palms Park Comm. Center Improvement Project 1 RFP ADDENDUM NO.1
Date of Addendum: July 28, 2025
NOTICE TO ALL POTENTIAL RESPONDENTS
The Request for Proposals (RFP) is modified as set forth in this Addendum. The original RFP Documents and any previously issued addenda remain in full force and effect, except as modified by this Addendum, which is hereby made part of the RFP. Respondent shall take this Addendum into consideration when preparing and submitting its Proposal.
Proposer shall acknowledge receipt of this addendum by attaching to his/her proposal.
I, ________________________________________________________________________ Consulting Firm
hereby acknowledge receipt of Addendum No.1 to the RFP, the PALMS PARK COMMUNITY CENTER IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT CONSULTING SERVICES, and have considered these revisions in the preparation of my proposal. This addendum, consisting of this acknowledgment and 2 additional pages shall become a part of any contract made pursuant hereto.
Date
Consultant’s Signature
Consultant’s Name
Ardurra Group, Inc.
7/28/2025
Dino D’Emilia, PE, F.ASCE, QSD
Southwest Program/Construction
Management Practice Director
B-3 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project Request for Proposals for Consulting Services for the Palms Park Comm. Center Improvement Project 1 RFP ADDENDUM NO.2
Date of Addendum: July 31, 2025
NOTICE TO ALL POTENTIAL RESPONDENTS
The Request for Proposals (RFP) is modified as set forth in this Addendum. The original RFP Documents and any previously issued addenda remain in full force and effect, except as modified by this Addendum, which is hereby made part of the RFP. Respondent shall take this Addendum into consideration when preparing and submitting its Proposal.
Proposer shall acknowledge receipt of this addendum by attaching to his/her proposal.
I, ________________________________________________________________________ Consulting Firm
hereby acknowledge receipt of Addendum No.2 to the RFP, the PALMS PARK COMMUNITY CENTER IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT CONSULTING SERVICES, and have considered these revisions in the preparation of my proposal. This addendum, consisting of this acknowledgment, and 2 attachments shall become a part of any contract made pursuant hereto.
Date
Consultant’s Signature
Consultant’s Name
Ardurra Group, Inc.
7/31/2025
Dino D’Emilia, PE, F.ASCE, QSD
Southwest Program/Construction
Management Practice Director
B-4 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project ATTACHMENT ‘A’
1 CONFLICT OF INTEREST CERTIFICATION 1
RFP/RFQ PROCUREMENT NUMBERS (if applicable): _________________________________ PROJECT NAME 2 : _____________________________________________________________ APPLICABILITY: To be filled out by local agency consultants in management support role. I am an employee of a consultant under contract to the local agency that is responsible for the procuring and administering of one or more consultant contracts containing either Federal or State Funds
I am in a management position with the local agency, my title is listed below and I have attached my duty statement and scope of work.
I hereby certify as follows:
1. I recuse myself from all potential conflicts of interest.
2. I will no directly or indirectly participate in, manage, or oversee any consultant selection procurement process in which the consulting firm of which I am employed is competing as a consultant or subconsultant.
3. I will not directly or indirectly influence any employee, staff member, or other individual participating in any consultant selection procurement process in which the consulting firm of which I am employed is as a consultant or subconsultant.
4. I will not directly or indirectly participate in, manage, or oversee any local agency contract that is with the consulting firm of which I am employed, regardless of whether the involvement of my employer in the contract is as a consultant or subconsultant.
Among other things, this includes my not being involved in approving changes in the schedule, scope, deliverables or invoices.
5. I understand that if I am involved in any local agency contract that is with the consulting firm of which I am employed, in violation of 1. or 2. Above, that local agency contract will no longer be eligible for Federal or State reimbursement because of my involvement.
I certify that I have read and understand my responsibilities per 2 CFR Part 200. I fully understand that it is unlawful for a person to utilize any organization name (i.e. local agency) or auxiliary organization information, which is not a matter of public record, for personal gain
1 Each consultant staff working in a management support role shall complete a separate form. 2 For on-call contracts or contracts for multiple projects, indicate accordingly.
Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project
B-5 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project ATTACHMENT ‘A’
2 I have read and fully understand all of the above.
Date: _______________ Signature: _______________________________________ Name: __________________________________________
Title: ___________________________________________
Department/Local Agency: __________________________
REVIEWED BY PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR OR AUTHORIZED LOCAL AGNECY
REPRESENTATIVE
I have reviewed the foregoing “Conflict of Interest Certification” and will ensure:
That the foregoing named local agency consultant who is under contract and in management support role with our local agency, abides by the foregoing terms and conditions; That should the foregoing named local agency consultant, who is under contract and in a management support role with our local agency, violate any of the foregoing terms and conditions, the DOL and HUD will be notified, and such violation will be considered a breach of ethics and could be a basis for ineligibility of State or Federal project funds. The procedures followed to procure and execute the contract between the local agency and the consulting firm of which I am employed, comply with all federal and state requirements.
Also, this contract has a specific date from _____________ to _____________.
Date: _______________ Signature: _______________________________________ Name: __________________________________________
Title: ___________________________________________
Department/Local Agency: _________________________
8/7/2025
Dino D’Emilia, PE, F.ASCE, QSD
Southwest Program/Construction Management Practice Director Ardurra Group, Inc.
B-6 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project ATTACHMENT ‘B’
CERTIFICATION REGARDING LOBBYING
Certification for Contracts, Grants, Loans, and Cooperative Agreements The undersigned certifies, to the best of his or her knowledge and belief, that:
(1) No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the undersigned, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of an agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any Federal grant, the making of any Federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement.
(2) If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, the undersigned shall complete and submit Standard Form-LLL, ''Disclosure of Lobbying Activities,'' in accordance with its instructions.
(3) The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under grants, loans, and cooperative agreements) and that all subrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly. This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction imposed by section 1352, title 31, U.S. Code. Any person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,00 0 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure.
The undersigned states, to the best of his or her knowledge and belief, that:
If any funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this commitment providing for the United States to insure or guarantee a loan, the undersigned shall complete and submit Standard Form-LLL, ''Disclosure of Lobbying Activities,'' in accordance with its instructions. Submission of this statement is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction imposed by section 1352, title 31, U.S. Code.
Any person who fails to file the required statement shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure.
CONSULTANT/SUBCONSULTANT:
PRINTED NAME AND TITLE OF AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE
Prefix: First Name: Middle Name:
Last Name: Suffix:
Title:
Signature: Date:
Ardurra Group, Inc.
Mr. Dino
D’Emilia
Southwest Program/Construction Management Practice Director 8/7/2025
B-7 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project ATTACHMENT ‘C’
NON-COLLUSION DECLARATION
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
)
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES )
The undersigned declares:
I am the ____________ of ___________________________ , the party making the foregoing bid.
The bid is not made in the interest of, or on behalf of, any undisclosed person, partnership, company, association, organization, or corporation. The bid is genuine and not collusive or sham.
The Bidder has not directly or indirectly induced or solicited any other Bidder to put in a false or sham bid. The Bidder has not directly or indirectly colluded, conspired, connived, or agreed with any Bidder or anyone else to put in a sham bid, or to refrain from bidding. The Bidder has not in any manner, directly or indirectly, sought by agreement, communication, or conference with anyone to fix the bid price of the Bidder or any other Bidder, or to fix any overhead, profit, or cost element of the bid price, or of that of any other Bidder. All statements contained in the bid are true. The Bidder has not, directly or indirectly, submitted its bid price or any breakdown thereof, or the contents thereof, or divulged information or data relative thereto, to any corporation, partnership, company, association, organization, bid depository, or to any member or agent thereof, to effectuate a collusive or sham bid, and has not paid, and will not pay, any person or entity for such purpose.
Any person executing this declaration on behalf of a Bidder that is a corporation, partnership, joint venture, limited liability company, limited liability partnership, or any other entity, hereby represents that it has full power to execute, and does execute, this declaration on behalf of the Bidder.
I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and correct and that this declaration is executed on _________[date], at ________________ [City], _____ [state].
Bidder’s Name (Printed):_________________________________________ Bidder’s Signature: _____________________________________________ (Same Signature as on Proposal)
SW Program/CM
Practice Director Ardurra Group, Inc.
8/7/2025
CA
Ardurra Group, Inc.
Dino D’Emilia, PE, F.ASCE, QSD
Southwest Program/Construction Management Practice Director El Segundo
B-8 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project
REQUIRED FORMS
B-9 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project ATTACHMENT ‘A’
1 CONFLICT OF INTEREST CERTIFICATION 1
RFP/RFQ PROCUREMENT NUMBERS (if applicable): _________________________________ PROJECT NAME 2 : _Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project_________ APPLICABILITY: To be filled out by local agency consultants in management support role. I am an employee of a consultant under contract to the local agency that is responsible for the procuring and administering of one or more consultant contracts containing either Federal or State Funds
I am in a management position with the local agency, my title is listed below and I have attached my duty statement and scope of work.
I hereby certify as follows:
1. I recuse myself from all potential conflicts of interest.
2. I will no directly or indirectly participate in, manage, or oversee any consultant selection procurement process in which the consulting firm of which I am employed is competing as a consultant or subconsultant.
3. I will not directly or indirectly influence any employee, staff member, or other individual participating in any consultant selection procurement process in which the consulting firm of which I am employed is as a consultant or subconsultant.
4. I will not directly or indirectly participate in, manage, or oversee any local agency contract that is with the consulting firm of which I am employed, regardless of whether the involvement of my employer in the contract is as a consultant or subconsultant.
Among other things, this includes my not being involved in approving changes in the schedule, scope, deliverables or invoices.
5. I understand that if I am involved in any local agency contract that is with the consulting firm of which I am employed, in violation of 1. or 2. Above, that local agency contract will no longer be eligible for Federal or State reimbursement because of my involvement.
I certify that I have read and understand my responsibilities per 2 CFR Part 200. I fully understand that it is unlawful for a person to utilize any organization name (i.e. local agency) or auxiliary organization information, which is not a matter of public record, for personal gain
1 Each consultant staff working in a management support role shall complete a separate form. 2 For on-call contracts or contracts for multiple projects, indicate accordingly.
B-10 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project ATTACHMENT ‘A’
2 I have read and fully understand all of the above.
Date: _______________ Signature: _______________________________________ Name: __________________________________________
Title: ___________________________________________
Department/Local Agency: __________________________
REVIEWED BY PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR OR AUTHORIZED LOCAL AGNECY
REPRESENTATIVE
I have reviewed the foregoing “Conflict of Interest Certification” and will ensure:
That the foregoing named local agency consultant who is under contract and in management support role with our local agency, abides by the foregoing terms and conditions; That should the foregoing named local agency consultant, who is under contract and in a management support role with our local agency, violate any of the foregoing terms and conditions, the DOL and HUD will be notified, and such violation will be considered a breach of ethics and could be a basis for ineligibility of State or Federal project funds. The procedures followed to procure and execute the contract between the local agency and the consulting firm of which I am employed, comply with all federal and state requirements.
Also, this contract has a specific date from _____________ to _____________.
Date: _______________ Signature: _______________________________________ Name: __________________________________________
Title: ___________________________________________
Department/Local Agency: _________________________
August 5, 2025
Alfredo "Tino" Rodriguez
Principal, Construction Services
Ninyo & Moore
B-11 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project ATTACHMENT ‘B’
CERTIFICATION REGARDING LOBBYING
Certification for Contracts, Grants, Loans, and Cooperative Agreements The undersigned certifies, to the best of his or her knowledge and belief, that:
(1) No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the undersigned, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of an agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any Federal grant, the making of any Federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement.
(2) If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, the undersigned shall complete and submit Standard Form-LLL, ''Disclosure of Lobbying Activities,'' in accordance with its instructions.
(3) The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under grants, loans, and cooperative agreements) and that all subrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly. This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction imposed by section 1352, title 31, U.S. Code. Any person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,00 0 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure.
The undersigned states, to the best of his or her knowledge and belief, that:
If any funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this commitment providing for the United States to insure or guarantee a loan, the undersigned shall complete and submit Standard Form-LLL, ''Disclosure of Lobbying Activities,'' in accordance with its instructions. Submission of this statement is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction imposed by section 1352, title 31, U.S. Code.
Any person who fails to file the required statement shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure.
CONSULTANT/SUBCONSULTANT:
PRINTED NAME AND TITLE OF AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE
Prefix: First Name: Middle Name:
Last Name: Suffix:
Title:
Signature: Date:
Ninyo & Moore Geotechnical & Environmental Sciences Consultants Mr. Alfredo Tino
Rodriguez
Principal, Construction Services
August 5, 2025
B-12 City of Lakewood | 8-7-2025
Consulting Services for the Palms Park Community Center Improvements Project ATTACHMENT ‘C’
The undersigned declares:
I am the Principal Engineer of _Ninyo & Moore_____ , the party making the foregoing bid.
The bid is not made in the interest of, or on behalf of, any undisclosed person, partnership, company, association, organization, or corporation. The bid is genuine and not collusive or sham. The Bidder has not directly or indirectly induced or solicited any other Bidder to put in a false or sham bid. The Bidder has not directly or indirectly colluded, conspired, connived, or agreed with any Bidder or anyone else to put in a sham bid, or to refrain from bidding. The Bidder has not in any manner, directly or indirectly, sought by agreement, communication, or conference with anyone to fix the bid price of the Bidder or any other Bidder, or to fix any overhead, profit, or cost element of the bid price, or of that of any other Bidder. All statements contained in the bid are true. The Bidder has not, directly or indirectly, submitted its bid price or any breakdown thereof, or the contents thereof, or divulged information or data relative thereto, to any corporation, partnership, company, association, organization, bid depository, or to any member or agent thereof, to effectuate a collusive or sham bid, and has not paid, and will not pay, any person or entity for such purpose.
Any person executing this declaration on behalf of a Bidder that is a corporation, partnership, joint venture, limited liability company, limited liability partnership, or any other entity, hereby represents that it has full power to execute, and does execute, this declaration on behalf of the Bidder.
I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and correct and that this declaration is executed on _August 5, 2025 [date], at _Irvine______ [City], __CA___ [state].
Bidder’s Name (Printed):__Ninyo & Moore___________________________ Bidder’s Signature: _____________________________________________ (Same Signature as on Proposal)
/ Alfredo "Tino" Rodriguez
ATTACHMENT ‘C’
NON-COLLUSION DECLARATION
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
)
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES )
The undersigned declares:
I am the ____________ of ___________________________ , the party making the foregoing bid.
The bid is not made in the interest of, or on behalf of, any undisclosed person, partnership, company, association, organization, or corporation. The bid is genuine and not collusive or sham.
The Bidder has not directly or indirectly induced or solicited any other Bidder to put in a false or sham bid. The Bidder has not directly or indirectly colluded, conspired, connived, or agreed with any Bidder or anyone else to put in a sham bid, or to refrain from bidding. The Bidder has not in any manner, directly or indirectly, sought by agreement, communication, or conference with anyone to fix the bid price of the Bidder or any other Bidder, or to fix any overhead, profit, or cost element of the bid price, or of that of any other Bidder. All statements contained in the bid are true. The Bidder has not, directly or indirectly, submitted its bid price or any breakdown thereof, or the contents thereof, or divulged information or data relative thereto, to any corporation, partnership, company, association, organization, bid depository, or to any member or agent thereof, to effectuate a collusive or sham bid, and has not paid, and will not pay, any person or entity for such purpose.
Any person executing this declaration on behalf of a Bidder that is a corporation, partnership, joint venture, limited liability company, limited liability partnership, or any other entity, hereby represents that it has full power to execute, and does execute, this declaration on behalf of the Bidder.
I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and correct and that this declaration is executed on _________[date], at ________________ [City], _____ [state].
Bidder’s Name (Printed):_________________________________________ Bidder’s Signature: _____________________________________________ (Same Signature as on Proposal)
1 AGREEMENT
FOR
CONTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES
THIS AGREEMENT, made and entered into on October 14th, 2025, by and between the CITY OF LAKEWOOD, a municipal corporation, sometimes hereinafter referred to as "City," and GRIFFIN STRUCTURES, INC. sometimes hereinafter referred to as “PROVIDER”.
W I T N E S S E T H:
WHEREAS, the City desires to retain GRIFFIN STRUCTURES, INC. for Project Management and Construction Management support services in connection with the work hereafter described; and
WHEREAS, the PROVIDER has the necessary skills and qualifications and licenses required by law to perform the services required under this Agreement in connection with said project; and
WHEREAS, the City Council at a regular meeting held on October 14th, 2025, authorized the Mayor and the City Clerk to enter into this Agreement; and NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby agreed by and between the parties that:
1. DEFINITIONS. As used in this Agreement, the following definitions shall be applicable:
A. PROVIDER. Provider shall mean:
Griffin Structures
1 Technology Drive, Bldg.”i ”, Suite 829
Irvine, CA 92618
Phone: (949) 444-1615
E-Mail: [email protected]
B. City. City shall mean the City of Lakewood, a municipal corporation, 5050 Clark Avenue, Lakewood, California, 90712.
C. City Council. City Council shall mean the City Council of the City of Lakewood.
D. Contractor. Contractor shall mean that person or persons awarded any contract by the City to perform the work designed by the PROVIDER.
E. Services. Services shall mean the Project Management and Construction Management support services to be performed by the PROVIDER pursuant to this Agreement.
2 F. Work. Work shall mean the construction management/oversight, project management and construction inspection of projects as assigned under “On-Call Construction Management Services” for which the Construction Management services are hereby authorized.
2. SCOPE OF SERVICES. PROVIDER agrees to prepare and furnish the City, following written authorization from the City to proceed, those services as set forth in PROVIDER's written proposal for specific projects as requested by the City.
Upon specific and separate authorization by the City, the PROVIDER agrees to perform construction management support services for City projects, with scope of work and fee based on project-specific written proposals. Budgeted projects where the fee is less than $50,000 may be authorized by the City Manager. Budgeted projects where the fee exceeds $50,000 will require written approval by the City Council.
As applicable to the project-specific written proposal, PROVIDER agrees to consult with the Director of Public Works at such reasonable times and places as may be necessary to accomplish the foregoing. In performing said services the PROVIDER shall use, whenever possible, the standard specifications and forms, prepared and approved by the City for public works contracts. All drawings and specifications shall be adequate and sufficient for the City to solicit bids for the award of the contract for said work.
As applicable to the project-specific written proposal, upon approval of said drawings and specifications by the Director of Public Works, the PROVIDER shall furnish suitable reproducible plans, details, and special and technical specifications for the City to incorporate with its bid and contract documents for the purpose of advertising for bids to construct the work.
The PROVIDER shall subsequently make any necessary corrections to each set of drawings and specifications as required by any addenda, and incorporate any changes which may be authorized during construction to develop the "as-built" drawings. The PROVIDER shall also prepare a list of qualified bidders and assist the City in the evaluation of the bids and the qualifications of the contractors being considered for award of contract.
As applicable to the project-specific written proposal, during the course of construction by the Contractor, the PROVIDER shall provide consultation and interpretation of the plans and specifications, and shall review and approve any use of alternate equipment or materials, subject to approval by the Director of Public Works. The PROVIDER shall review and approve detailed shop drawings accordingly.
As applicable to the project-specific written proposal, during the progress of the work, the PROVIDER shall make monthly estimates of the completed work and shall have the responsibility of certifying to progress payments on the construction contract. The PROVIDER agrees to use reasonable diligence to protect the City against any defects and deficiency in the work of the Contractor, but it is expressly understood the PROVIDER does not guarantee the performance of any contract by any contractor.]
3 3. EXCLUSION FROM SCOPE OF SERVICES. It is agreed by and between the parties hereto that the services to be provided by the PROVIDER under this agreement do not include:
any exclusions listed in the project-specific proposal.
4. PAYMENT. For and in consideration of the Construction Management services performed by the PROVIDER and when approved by the City, the City agrees to pay to the PROVIDER on a time and material basis, at a rate determined by the Schedule attached, for services actually rendered. The rates and fees set forth in this Agreement shall remain fixed during the fiscal year, which runs from July 1st through June 30th. At the beginning of each fiscal year, the rates may be adjusted based on the percentage change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The rate adjustments, if any, shall take effect on July 1st of each fiscal year, based on the most recent CPI data for the 12-month period prior to the date requested. The PROVIDER shall request to the City in writing an adjustment of rates no later than 30 days before the new fiscal year begins to request such adjustment. If the PROVIDER does not request an adjustment as specified, rates will remain in effect.
The aforementioned consideration shall be paid to the PROVIDER upon completion of each phase and submission of the PROVIDER's statement of time expended and the applicable rate to be charged to the Director of Public Works. No payment shall be made until the aforementioned work has been certified by the Director of Public Works as having been completed in accordance with the applicable rate.
5. TIME FOR PERFORMANCE. It is understood and agreed by and between the parties hereto that time is of the essence. The PROVIDER agrees that he will diligently and reasonably pursue the performance of the services required by him by this agreement.
6. TERMINATION. The City may terminate this Agreement at any time by giving the PROVIDER at least fifteen days prior written notice. In the event of termination, the City shall pay the PROVIDER the total value of the services of the PROVIDER to the final date of termination, computed in accordance with the terms and provisions of this Agreement, provided, however, that the same does not in any case exceed the maximum amount hereinbefore set forth for payment of consideration. Except as herein provided, this Agreement shall continue until the successful completion of the work and the acceptance of said work by the City.
7. ASSIGNMENT AND SUBCONTRACTING. Notwithstanding any provision of this Agreement to the contrary, PROVIDER shall not assign, subcontract or transfer any part or portion of this Agreement, or any responsibility hereunder, without the prior written consent of the City.
8. OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS. It is further agreed by and between the parties hereto that the City shall have full, complete and absolute title to all preliminary plans, drawings, reports, cost estimates, schematic drawings, and other drawings and specifications prepared by the PROVIDER pursuant to this Agreement, regardless of the state of completion thereof. It is further agreed by and between the parties that the City may make full and complete use of said materials so prepared for the City as it desires, and within its own discretion without any liability 4 of any kind whatsoever to the PROVIDER other than payment of compensation as provided in this Agreement.
Originals of drawings, specifications, estimates, field notes and calculations prepared by the PROVIDER shall be and remain the property of the PROVIDER with the exception, however, that an electronic CAD file, an electronic PDF copy, and mylar base copy of specifications and drawings shall be provided the City, in which the City shall have full, complete and absolute title. The use by the City of the aforementioned documents, title to which is vested in the City pursuant to this paragraph, in any subsequent project in which the PROVIDER has not been retained, shall be at the sole risk and responsibility of the City, and the PROVIDER shall not be responsible to the City for any errors or omissions in respect to said materials.
9. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR. It is expressly understood and agreed that PROVIDER has been retained as an independent contractor as distinguished from an employee or agent of the City to perform the aforementioned services. PROVIDER acknowledges the independent contractual relationship and releases the City from any liability or obligation to make deductions or withhold for the compensation of any officer, agent or employee thereof, in respect to unemployment, income tax, disability, social security, health, pension or retirement benefits. It is expressly understood that no officer, agent or employee of PROVIDER shall have any City status or benefit, including health, retirement and workers' compensation benefits.
PROVIDER shall cover all its officers and employees where required by law with workers' compensation insurance or benefits. PROVIDER does hereby assume all risk to himself, his personnel, subcontractors and agents and employees thereof for personal injury or death, and all risk of property damage or loss to any property, wares, vehicles and materials from whatever sources and further releases the City, its officers and employees from any liability therefor.
PROVIDER certifies that he is aware of the provisions of the Labor Code of the State of California, which require every employer to be insured against liability for workers compensation or to undertake self-insurance in accordance with the provisions of that code, and he certified that he will comply with such provisions before commending the performance of the work of this Agreement.
In the performance of this agreement, PROVIDER shall comply with all applicable provisions of the California Fair Employment Practices Act (California Labor Code Sections (410 et seq.) and the applicable equal employment provisions of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. 200e 217), whichever is more restrictive.
10. LIABILITY AND INDEMNIFICATION. PROVIDER shall indemnify the City, its officers, employees and consultants, from any claims, losses, damages, costs or expenses to the extent that such claims, losses, damages, costs or expenses arise out of, pertain to or relate to the negligence, recklessness or willful misconduct of the PROVIDER, its employees, consultants, or agents.
5 The PROVIDER at all times during the term of this Agreement, shall maintain and keep in full force and effect, and deposit with the City, insurance or a Certificate of Insurance which shall evidence the fact that the PROVIDER has in full force and effect a comprehensive personal injury and property damage policy protecting the PROVIDER and the City from liability in the following policies of insurance with minimum limits as indicated below and issued by insurers with A.M. Best ratings of no less than A-: VI:
• Commercial general liability at least as broad as ISO CG 0001 (per occurrence) $1,000,000; (general aggregate) $2,000,000
• Commercial auto liability at least as broad as ISO CA 0001 (per accident) $1,000,000.
Said policy shall contain a provision that the same cannot be canceled without at least thirty (30) days notice to the City thereof, unless canceled for non-payment, then ten (10) days notice shall be given and shall name the City as an additional insured. • Worker’s compensation- Statutory
Said policy shall contain a provision that the same cannot be canceled without at least thirty (30) days notice to the City thereof and shall name the City as an additional insured.
11. RESERVATION OF RIGHTS. Nothing in this Agreement shall be deemed to bind the City to any course of conduct other than its obligation hereunder to pay the PROVIDER for said services as rendered. It is understood that the City reserves the complete right within its discretion to reject all or any part of any design, plan, specification or recommendation made to it or submitted by said PROVIDER, and in that regard the only responsibility of the City shall be to pay said PROVIDER for services as rendered. It is further understood that acceptance herein by the City of any design, plan or specification of the PROVIDER shall be for the purpose of compensating the PROVIDER only, and shall not be binding on the City as to any further course of action. The City reserves the complete right to authorize the completion and construction of any phase of the work, or to deviate from said construction plan in any degree, or to discharge the PROVIDER in accordance with the terms and provisions of this Agreement. 6 12. NOTICE. Any notice required to be given hereunder shall be deemed to have been given by depositing said notice in the United States mail in an envelope bearing the proper amount of postage thereon, and addressed as follows:
TO CITY:
City of Lakewood
5050 Clark Avenue
P.O. Box 158
Lakewood, California 90712
TO PROVIDER:
Griffin Structures, Inc.
1 Technology Drive, Bldg. “I”, Ste. 829
Irvine, CA 92618
IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be executed the day and year first above written.
SERVICE PROVIDER
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SERVICE PROVIDER
CITY OF LAKEWOOD
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MAYOR
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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CITY ATTORNEY
ATTEST:
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CITY CLERK
Griffin Strutures
Rate Sheet
Program & Construction Management
Title 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031
CEO $ 320 $ 335 $ 350 $ 365 $ 385 $ 405 $ 425
CFO $ 295 $ 310 $ 320 $ 335 $ 350 $ 370 $ 390
President $ 295 $ 310 $ 320 $ 335 $ 350 $ 370 $ 390
Principal In Charge $ 285 $ 300 $ 310 $ 320 $ 335 $ 350 $ 370 Project Executive $ 280 $ 295 $ 305 $ 315 $ 330 $ 345 $ 360 Predevelopment Manager $ 280 $ 295 $ 305 $ 315 $ 330 $ 345 $ 360 Sr. Program & Construction Manager $ 265 $ 275 $ 285 $ 295 $ 310 $ 325 $ 340 Program & Construction Manager $ 260 $ 270 $ 280 $ 290 $ 305 $ 320 $ 335 Inspector $ 240 $ 250 $ 260 $ 270 $ 285 $ 300 $ 315
Sr. Program Analyst $ 240 $ 250 $ 260 $ 270 $ 285 $ 300 $ 315 Estimator $ 240 $ 250 $ 260 $ 270 $ 285 $ 300 $ 315
Program Analyst $ 235 $ 245 $ 255 $ 265 $ 280 $ 295 $ 310 Accounting $ 230 $ 240 $ 250 $ 260 $ 275 $ 290 $ 305
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