Agenda packet, first session — Malibu City Council, January 14, 2025

Agenda
CC250114_AGENDA.PDF
Item 1A
Resolution Ratifying the Director of Emergency Services’ Proclamation of the Existence of a Local Emergency and Declaring the Same
CC250114_ITEM 1A.PDF
Item 1B
Professional Services Agreement with CJ Biomonitoring, LLC for Biological Consulting Services
CC250114_ITEM1B.PDF

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Malibu City Council
Special Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
2:00 P.M. – CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
Malibu West Beach Club
30756 Pacific Coast Hwy
(street parking available on Trancas Canyon Road)
To the members of the City Council of the City of Malibu:

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Mayor has called a Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of Malibu to be held at Malibu West Beach Club, 30756 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA 90265, at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, for the purpose of ratifying the Director of Emergency Services’ proclamation of a local emergency and other emergency actions. This is a limited purpose meeting to ratify declaration of local emergency. Due to the limits of the venue and ongoing power outages, Zoom participation will not be available.

Two p.m. Regular Session
Call to Order - Mayor
Roll Call - Recording Secretary
Pledge of Allegiance
Report on Posting of Agenda – January 13, 2025
Approval of Agenda
City Council Special Meeting Agenda Page - 2 - January 14, 2025

1. New Business
New Business items are appearing for the first time for formal action.

A. Resolution Ratifying the Director of Emergency Services’ Proclamation of the Existence of a Local Emergency and Declaring the Same
Recommended Action: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 25-01, confirming existence of a local emergency, and ratifying the proclamation of local emergency by the Acting Director of Emergency Services; and 2) Approve and authorize the submittal of a letter requesting recovery assistance from the State of California in accordance with the California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA).

Staff Contact: City Clerk Pettijohn, 456-2489, ext. 228 B. Professional Services Agreement with CJ Biomonitoring, LLC for Biological Consulting Services Recommended Action: Authorize the Mayor to execute a two-year Professional Services Agreement with CJ Biomonitoring, LLC for biological consulting services.

Staff Contact: Acting City Manager Toney, 456-2489, ext. 226 Adjournment
Guide to the City Council Proceedings and Decorum
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TheCity Hall phone numberis(310) 456-2489. To contactCity Hall using a telecommunication device forthe deaf(TDD), please call (800) 735-2929 and a California Relay Service operator will assist you. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact Environmental Sustainability Director Yolanda Bundy, (310) 456-2489, ext. 229. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. [28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADD Title II].

City Council Special Meeting Agenda Page - 3 - January 14, 2025 I hereby certify under penalty of perjury, under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing agenda was posted in accordance with the applicable legal requirements. Special meeting agendas may be amended up to 24 hours in advance of the meeting. Dated this 13th day of January 2025 at 1:15 p.m.

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Agenda Item # 1.A.

Council Agenda Report
To: Mayor Stewart and the Honorable Members of the City Council Prepared by: Kelsey Pettijohn, City Clerk
Trevor Rusin, Interim City Attorney
Approved by: Joseph D. Toney, Acting City Manager
Date prepared: January 13, 2025 Meeting date: January 14, 2025 Subject: Resolution Ratifying the Director of Emergency Services’ Proclamation of the Existence of a Local Emergency and Declaring the Same RECOMMENDED ACTION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 25-01, confirming existence of a local emergency, and ratifying the proclamation of local emergency by the Acting Director of Emergency Services; and 2) Approve and authorize the submittal of a letter requesting recovery assistance from the State of California in accordance with the California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA).

FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact associated with the recommended action. The existence of the local emergency will potentially help qualify the City and its residents for reimbursement for certain disaster response expenditures.

STRATEGIC PRIORITY: This item supports the Public Safety and day-to-day operations identified in the Adopted FY 2024-25 Strategic Priority Project List. Responding to disasters like the Palisades Fire is the City’s most immediate and top priority as part of the city's fundamental operations.

DISCUSSION: The City has adopted an emergency plan that includes an emergency services organization that is activated in the case of natural disasters. This organization allows the City to quickly respond and coordinate the functions of the City with other public agencies/organizations and those affected by the disaster. Title 2, Chapter 2.52 of the Malibu Municipal Code empowers the Director of Emergency Services to proclaim the existence of a local emergency when the City is affected by a public calamity and the City Council is not in session. The Director’s proclamation must be ratified by the City Council within seven days or it will expire.

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Per Malibu Municipal Code section 2.52.020 an emergency is defined as: “the actual or threatened existence of conditions of disaster or of extreme peril to the safety of persons and property within this city caused by such conditions as air pollution, fire, flood, storm, landslide, epidemic, riot, or earthquake, or other conditions, including conditions resulting from war or the imminent threat of war, but other than conditions resulting from a labor controversy, which conditions are or are likely to be beyond the control of the services, personnel, equipment, and facilities of this city, requiring the combined forces of other political subdivisions to combat.”
On January 7, 2025 the Palisades Fire started in or around the Pacific Palisades area.

The fire combined with a historic Santa Ana Wind event and power outages created conditions of extreme peril to the safety of persons and property. The Acting Director of Emergency Services (Assistant City Manager) proclaimed the existence of a local emergency on January 8, 2025 which proclamation will expire January 15, 2025, unless ratified by the City Council.

As of the date of this report, the fire has burned over 23,713 acres and is only 14% contained. According to CalFire, at least 1,280 structures have been destroyed and as many as 5,000 structures may have been damaged or destroyed in the Palisades Fire.

Mandatory evacuation orders are still in place in Malibu from just east of Carbon Beach Terrace to the eastern and northern city-limits. Red Flag conditions are forecasted through Wednesday, January 15 at 6:00 p.m. A Particularly Dangerous Situation Red Flag event is forecasted from Tuesday, January 14 at 4:00 a.m. through Wednesday, January 15 at 12:00 p.m. All circuits in the City are experiencing power outages or are under a PSPS warning. Natural gas service has been cut off from Topanga Canyon to Neptunes Net and restoration may take several weeks. Many residents are also experiencing internet outages, and the fire has damaged telecom infrastructure. In the fire damaged areas, a Do Not Use Water Notice has been issued by Water District No. 29 and residents in the evacuation zone have been instructed not to drink or cook with tap water until further notice. All this leaves many residents without power, gas, electricity, safe drinking water, internet, or reliable cell phone reception. Even once the fire is contained, winter rains may trigger mudslides in the coming weeks, creating a danger for structures and motorists.

Before the City Council today is a resolution ratifying the Director’s declaration and proclaiming a state of local emergency. If adopted, the City Council will review, and as needed renew, this action at least every 60 days. The declaration will enable City staff to take actions to respond to the conditions created by the Palisades Fire and will assist residents and the City in obtaining aid and other assistance.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution No. 24-64

2. Proclamation of Existence of a Local Emergency

3. Letter requesting assistance under CDAA
RESOLUTION NO. 25-01

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MALIBU

CONFIRMING EXISTENCE OF A LOCAL EMERGENCY, AND RATIFYING

THE PROCLAMATION OF LOCAL EMERGENCY BY THE ACTING

DIRECTOR OF EMERGENCY SERVICES
The City Council of the City of Malibu does hereby find, order and resolve as follows:

SECTION 1. Recitals.

A. Title 2, Chapter 2.52 of the Malibu Municipal Code designates the City Manager as the Director of Emergency Services and empowers him to proclaim the existence or threatened existence of a local emergency if the City Council is not in session, subject to ratification by the City Council within seven days, when the actual or threatened existence of conditions of disaster or of extreme peril to the safety of persons and property within the City exist which are likely to be beyond the control of the services, personnel, equipment, and facilities of this City, requiring the combined forces of other political subdivisions to combat. The City’s Emergency Operations Plan identifies the Assistant City Manager as the first alternate in the line of succession to act as the Director of Emergency Services if the City Manager is unavailable.

B. On January 7, 2025, the Palisades Fire started in or around Pacific Palisades and was drive into City limits by a historic Santa Ana Wind event causing hurricane-strength winds in neighboring areas and the City. The strong Santa Ana Winds have created difficulties mitigating the fire and impaired the ability of airborne fire-fighting. The fire combined with high winds and power outages created conditions of extreme peril to the safety of persons and property.

C. The Acting Director of Emergency Services of the City proclaimed the existence of a local emergency on January 8, 2025, which proclamation will expire January 15, 2025 unless ratified by the City Council.

D. Firefighters are still battling the fire, with over 23,713 acres burned and high winds driving the fire further. Due to damage from the fire, Public Safety Power Shutoffs, and loss of water pressure in the fire effected areas, many sections of the City are without power, gas, electricity, safe drinking water, internet, or reliable cell phone reception. Hillsides have been damaged by the firestorms and winter rains may trigger mudslides, creating even more dangerous conditions.

E. The Acting Director of Emergency Services now requests the City Council ratify the Director's proclamation of the existence of a local emergency in accordance with Malibu Municipal Code Section 2.52.060
SECTION 3. It is hereby proclaimed that a local emergency now exists throughout the City. It is further proclaimed and ordered that during the existence of this local emergency the powers, functions, and duties of the Director of Emergency Services and the emergency organization of this City shall be those prescribed by State law and by the ordinances and resolutions of this City.

Resolution No. 25-01

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SECTION 4. The local emergency shall be deemed to continue and exist until its termination is proclaimed by the City Council. As required by law, the City Council shall review the need to continue the state of emergency every 60 days until this resolution is terminated.

SECTION 5. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this resolution and enter it into the book of original resolutions.

PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED this __th day of ____ 2025. _____________________________
DOUG STEWART, Mayor
ATTEST:
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KELSEY PETTIJOHN, City Clerk
(seal)
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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TREVOR RUSIN, Interim City Attorney
City of Malibu
23825 Stuart Ranch Road · Malibu, California · 90265-4861 Phone (310) 456-2489 · Fax (310) 456-3356 · www.malibucity.org

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January 8, 2025
Leslie Luke
Deputy Director
County of Los Angeles
Office of Emergency Management
1275 N. Eastern Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90063
Dear Deputy Director Luke,
On January 7, 2025 at approximately 10:30 a.m., the City of Malibu (City) was notified that the Palisades Fire ignited in or around Pacific Palisades. The City activated the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) on January 7, 2025, subsequently the Malibu EOC location was evacuated and relocated to Westlake Village City Hall. As a result of the fire, the City deployed significant resources to support field operations, supported evacuated residents, and coordinated communication efforts to keep the community informed.

A Local Emergency was Proclaimed by Los Angeles County on January 7, 2025 and the City of Malibu on January 8, 2025. In accordance with the California Disaster Assistance Act, the City requests that the Governor declare an emergency in Los Angeles County, waive regulations that may hinder response and recovery efforts; that recovery assistance be made available under the California Disaster Assistance Act, and that the State expedite access to State and Federal resources. The City desires this request to be forwarded to the Director of the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (CalOES).

Sincerely,
Joseph D. Toney
Acting City Manager
Director of Emergency Services
Docusign Envelope ID: 00E6C953-C74D-47B2-884A-7FCE24600530

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Agenda Item # 1.B.

Council Agenda Report
To: Mayor Stewart and the Honorable Members of the City Council Prepared by: Patricia Salazar, Development and Operations Manager Reviewed by: Maureen Tamuri, Interim Planning Director
Approved by: Joseph D. Toney, Acting City Manager
Date prepared: January 12, 2025 Meeting date: January 13, 2025 Subject: Professional Services Agreement with CJ Biomonitoring, LLC for Biological Consulting Services
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Authorize the Mayor to execute a two-year Professional Services Agreement with CJ Biomonitoring, LLC for biological consulting services.

FISCAL IMPACT: Funding for this agreement is included in the Adopted Budget for FY 2024-25 in Account Nos. 101-2001-5100.01 (Planning - Coastal Development Permit Services) and 102-3002-5100.01 (Woolsey Fire Operations - Coastal Development Permit Services). Funding for the second year will be included in the following fiscal year budget.

STRATEGIC PRIORITY: This item supports day-to-day operations and priorities identified in the Adopted FY 2024-25 Strategic Priority Project List.

DISCUSSION: To support recovery from the extensive damage caused by the Palisades Fire, staff recommend approving the Professional Services Agreement with CJ Biomonitoring, LLC for biological consulting services.

The Planning Department oversees the processing of planning applications for compliance with the Malibu Municipal Code (MMC) and Local Coastal Program. As with other specializations, the City contracts biological review services. The contract biologist reviews all project applications for anticipated impacts to Environmentally Sensitive Habitat Areas, blueline streams, disturbed habitats, watershed areas, and impacts due to Los Angeles County Fire Department required fuel modification zones. In addition, the City Council Meeting
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contract biologist provides staff with suggested conditions of approval to protect or minimize anticipated project-related impacts on sensitive habitat areas.

The agreement for biological consulting services is typically comprised of a Principal Biologist (also known as the City Biologist) and an Assistant Biologist. Primarily, all the services are conducted by the Principal Biologist and the Assistant Biologist is only utilized should the Principal Biologist not be available for public counters hours or to assist with reviews if needed.

The agreement provides the following services: public counter hours in person at City Hall typically on Tuesdays for two hours, reviews application materials (on average 38 reviews per month), conducts site inspections (4-8 per month), ongoing guidance to applicants in person and virtually, guidance to staff, presides as the Chair of the Environmental Review Board, and attends Planning Commission and/or City Council meetings, if necessary. In total, the services provided are the equivalent of a part-time employee.

In October 2024, staff solicited a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking qualified firms to provide biological consulting services. The City received two proposals in response to the RFP (CJ Biomonitoring, LLC and Compliance Biology, Inc).

At this time, based on the response to the RFP, interviews, and qualifications, staff recommends the Mayor execute a two-year professional service agreement with CJ Biomonitoring, LLC.

CJ Biomonitoring, LLC serves as the existing consultant to provide biological services to the City and the team proposed possesses the experience required. Reviews have consistently been issued within the 10-day turnaround timeframe, responses to applicants are provided within 24 hours, and site inspections occur in a timely manner, including next-day site inspections for urgent matters. During CJ Biomonitoring, LLC’s tenure with the City, Courtney McCammon, works well with City Departments and staff members.

The total cost for services is dependent upon applications received and demand for biological consulting services. The Consultant receives 70% of the fees charged for biology reviews. The City will retain 30% percent of the fees for administrative costs.

The current agreement for contract biologist services expires on January 22, 2025 and this is an essential service for fire recovery. Due to the combined qualifications and experience of the proposed team, staff recommends the Mayor execute a professional services agreement with CJ Biomonitoring, LLC for biological consulting services to ensure continuity of services.

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Agenda Item # 1.B.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Professional Services Agreement with CJ Biomonitoring, LLC

2. RFP

3. Responses to RFP

AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
This Agreement is made and entered into as of January 12, 2025 by and between the City of Malibu (hereinafter referred to as the "City"), and CJ Biomonitoring, LLC (hereinafter referred to as "Consultant").

The City and the Consultant agree as follows:

R E C I T A L S
A. The City does not have the personnel able and/or available to perform the services required under this Agreement.

B. The City desires to contract out for consulting services for certain projects relating biological consulting services.

C. The Consultant warrants to the City that it has the qualifications, experience and facilities to perform properly and timely the services under this Agreement.

D. The City desires to contract with the Consultant to perform the services as described in Exhibit A of this Agreement.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City and the Consultant agree as follows:

1.0 SCOPE OF THE CONSULTANT’S SERVICES. The Consultant agrees to provide the services and perform the tasks set forth in Exhibit A (Scope of Work), attached to and made part of this Agreement, except that, to the extent that any provision in Exhibit A conflicts with this Agreement, the provisions of this Agreement govern. The Scope of Work may be amended from time to time by way of a written directive from the City.

2.0 TERM OF AGREEMENT. This Agreement will become effective on January 23, 2025, and will remain in effect for a period of two years from said date unless otherwise expressly extended and agreed to by both parties or terminated by either party as provided herein.

3.0 CITY AGENT. The City Manager, or his or her designee, for the purposes of this Agreement, is the agent for the City; whenever approval or authorization is required, Consultant understands that the City Manager, or his or her designee, has the authority to provide that approval or authorization.

4.0 COMPENSATION FOR SERVICES. The City shall pay the Consultant for its professional services rendered and costs incurred pursuant to this Agreement in accordance with the Scope of Work’s fee and cost schedule. No additional compensation shall be paid for any other expenses incurred unless first approved in writing by the City Manager, or his or her designee.

Attachment 1
Agreement for Professional Services
CJ Biomonitoring, LLC

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4.1 The Consultant shall submit to the City, by no later than the 10th day of each month, its written, detailed bill for services itemizing the fees and costs incurred during the previous month. The City shall pay the Consultant all uncontested amounts set forth in the Consultant's bill within 30 days after it is received.

5.0 CONFLICT OF INTEREST. The Consultant represents that it presently has no interest and shall not acquire any interest, direct or indirect, in any real property located in the City which may be affected by the services to be performed by the Consultant under this Agreement. The Consultant further represents that in performance of this Agreement, no person having any such interest shall be employed by it.

5.1 The Consultant represents that no City employee or official has a material financial interest in the Consultant’s business. During the term of this Agreement and/or as a result of being awarded this contract, the Consultant shall not offer, encourage or accept any financial interest in the Consultant’s business by any City employee or official.

5.2 If a portion of the Consultant’s services called for under this Agreement shall ultimately be paid for by reimbursement from and through an agreement with a developer of any land within the City or with a City franchisee, the Consultant warrants that it has not performed any work for such developer/franchisee within the last 12 months, and shall not negotiate, offer or accept any contract or request to perform services for that identified developer/franchisee during the term of this Agreement.

6.0 GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS.

6.1 Termination. Either the City Manager or the Consultant may terminate this Agreement, with or without cause, by giving the other party ten (10) calendar days written notice of such termination and the effective date thereof.

6.1.1 In the event of such termination, all finished or unfinished documents, reports, photographs, films, charts, data, studies, surveys, drawings, models, maps, or other documentation prepared by or in the possession of the Consultant under this Agreement shall be returned to the City. If the City terminates this Agreement without cause, the Consultant shall prepare and shall be entitled to receive compensation pursuant to a close-out bill for services rendered and fees incurred pursuant to this Agreement through the notice of termination.

If the Consultant terminates this Agreement without cause, the Consultant shall be paid only for those services completed in a manner satisfactory to the City.

6.1.2 If the Consultant or the City fail to fulfill in a timely and proper manner its obligations under this Agreement, or if the Consultant or the City violate any of the covenants, agreements, or stipulations of this Agreement, the Consultant or the City shall have the right to terminate this Agreement by giving written notice to the other party of such termination and specifying the effective date of such termination. The Consultant shall be entitled to receive compensation in accordance with the terms of this Agreement for any work satisfactorily completed hereunder. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Consultants shall not be relieved of liability for damage sustained by virtue of any breach of this Agreement and any payments due under this Agreement may be withheld to off-set anticipated damages.

Agreement for Professional Services
CJ Biomonitoring, LLC

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6.2 Non-Assignability. The Consultant shall not assign or transfer any interest in this Agreement without the express prior written consent of the City, which the City may grant or deny in its sole and absolute discretion.

6.3 Non-Discrimination. The Consultant shall not discriminate as to race, creed, gender, color, national origin, sexual orientation, or any other protected category in the performance of its services and duties pursuant to this Agreement, and will comply with all applicable laws, ordinances and codes of the Federal, State, County and City governments.

6.4 Insurance. The Consultant shall submit to the City certificates indicating compliance with the following minimum insurance requirements no less than one (1) day prior to beginning of performance under this Agreement. Consultant further agrees to comply with all provisions in the attached Exhibit B which is incorporated herein.

6.5 Indemnification.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Consultant shall indemnify and hold harmless City and any and all of its officials, employees, agents, and/or volunteers (“Indemnified Parties”) from and against any and all losses, liabilities, damages, costs, and expenses, including attorney’s fees and costs, caused in whole or in part by the negligent or wrongful act, error or omission of Consultant, its officers, agents, employees or subconsultants (or any agency or individual that Consultant shall bear the legal liability thereof) in the performance of services under this Agreement. Consultant’s duty to indemnify and hold harmless City shall not extend to the City’s sole or active negligence or willful misconduct.

6.5.1. Duty to defend:

In the event the Indemnified Parties, individually or collectively, are made a party to any action, lawsuit, or other adversarial proceeding arising from the performance of the services encompassed by this Agreement, and upon demand by City, Consultant shall defend the Indemnified Parties at Consultant’s cost or at City’s option, to reimburse City for its costs of defense, including reasonable attorney’s fees and costs incurred in the defense of such matters to the extent the matters arise from, relate to or are caused by Consultant’s negligent acts, errors or omissions. Payment by City is not a condition precedent to enforcement of this provision. In the event of any dispute between Consultant and City, as to whether liability arises from the sole or active negligence or willful misconduct of the City or its officers, employees, or agents, Consultant will be obligated to pay for City’s defense until such time as a final judgment has been entered adjudicating the Indemnified Parties as solely or actively negligent or to have acted with willful misconduct. Consultant will not be entitled in the absence of such a determination to any reimbursement of defense costs including but not limited to attorney’s fees, expert fees, and costs of litigation.

6.6 Compliance with Applicable Law. The Consultant and the City shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, and codes of the federal, state, county, and city governments, including, without limitation, Malibu Municipal Code Chapter 5.36 Minimum Wage.

Agreement for Professional Services
CJ Biomonitoring, LLC

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6.7 Independent Contractor. This Agreement is by and between the City and the Consultant and is not intended, and shall not be construed, to create the relationship of agency, servant, employee, partnership, joint venture, or association, as between the City and the Consultant.

6.7.1. The Consultant shall be an independent contractor and shall have no power to incur any debt or obligation for or on behalf of the City. Neither the City nor any of its officers or employees shall have any control over the conduct of the Consultant, or any of the Consultant’s employees, except as herein set forth, and the Consultant expressly warrants not to, at any time or in any manner, represent that it, or any of its agents, servants or employees are in any manner employees of the City, it being distinctly understood that the Consultant is and shall at all times remain to the City a wholly independent contractor and the Consultant's obligations to the City are solely such as are prescribed by this Agreement.

6.8 Copyright. No reports, maps or other documents produced in whole or in part under this Agreement shall be the subject of an application for copyright by or on behalf of the Consultant.

6.9 Legal Construction.
(a) This Agreement is made and entered into in the State of California and shall in all respects be interpreted, enforced, and governed under the laws of the State of California.
(b) This Agreement shall be construed without regard to the identity of the persons who drafted its various provisions. Each and every provision of this Agreement shall be construed as though each of the parties participated equally in the drafting of same, and any rule of construction that a document is to be construed against the drafting party shall not be applicable to this Agreement.
(c) The article and section, captions and headings herein have been inserted for convenience only and shall not be considered or referred to in resolving questions of interpretation or construction.
(d) Whenever in this Agreement the context may so require, the masculine gender shall be deemed to refer to and include the feminine and neuter, and the singular shall refer to and include the plural.

6.10 Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts and as so executed shall constitute an agreement which shall be binding upon all parties hereto.

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ten (10) calendar days of the receipt of that check. However, approval or payment by the City shall not constitute, nor be deemed, a release of the responsibility and liability of the Consultant, its employees, sub-consultants and agents for the accuracy and competency of the information provided and/or work performed; nor shall such approval or payment be deemed to be an assumption of such responsibility or liability by the City for any defect or error in the work prepared by the Consultant, its employees, sub-consultants and agents.

6.12 Corrections. In addition to the above indemnification obligations, the Consultant shall correct, at its expense, all errors in the work which may be disclosed during the City’s review of the Consultant’s report or plans. Should the Consultant fail to make such correction in a reasonably timely manner, such correction shall be made by the City, and the cost thereof shall be charged to the Consultant.

6.13 Files. All files of the Consultant pertaining to the City shall be and remain the property of the City. The Consultant will control the physical location of such files during the term of this Agreement and shall be entitled to retain copies of such files upon termination of this Agreement.

6.14 Waiver; Remedies Cumulative. Failure by a party to insist upon the performance of any of the provisions of this Agreement by the other party, irrespective of the length of time for which such failure continues, shall not constitute a waiver of such party's right to demand compliance by such other party in the future. No waiver by a party of a default or breach of the other party shall be effective or binding upon such party unless made in writing by such party, and no such waiver shall be implied from any omissions by a party to take any action with respect to such default or breach. No express written waiver of a specified default or breach shall affect any other default or breach, or cover any other period of time, other than any default or breach and/or period of time specified. All of the remedies permitted or available to a party under this Agreement, or at law or in equity, shall be cumulative and alternative, and invocation of any such right or remedy shall not constitute a waiver or election of remedies with respect to any other permitted or available right of remedy.

6.15 Mitigation of Damages. In all such situations arising out of this Agreement, the parties shall attempt to avoid and minimize the damages resulting from the conduct of the other party.

6.16 Partial Invalidity. If any provision in this Agreement is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, void or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will nevertheless continue in full force without being impaired or invalidated in any way.

6.17 Attorneys' Fees. The parties hereto acknowledge and agree that each will bear his/her or its own costs, expenses and attorneys' fees arising out of and/or connected with the negotiation, drafting and execution of the Agreement, and all matters arising out of or connected therewith except for the provisions of Section 6.5 and except that, in the event any action is brought by any party hereto to enforce this Agreement, the prevailing party in such action shall be entitled to reasonable attorneys' fees and costs in addition to all other relief to which that party or those parties may be entitled.

Agreement for Professional Services
CJ Biomonitoring, LLC

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6.18 Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the whole agreement between the City and the Consultant, and neither party has made any representations to the other except as expressly contained herein. Neither party, in executing or performing this Agreement, is relying upon any statement or information not contained in this Agreement. Any changes or modifications to this Agreement must be made in writing appropriately executed by both the City and the Consultant.

6.19 Notices. Any notice required to be given hereunder shall be deemed to have been given by depositing said notice in the United States mail, postage prepaid, and addressed as follows:

CITY: Steve McClary CONSULTANT: Courtney McCammon
City Manager
City of Malibu
23825 Stuart Ranch Road
Malibu, CA 90265-4861
TEL (310) 456-2489 x 226
FAX (310) 456-2760
Owner and Principal Biologist
CJ Biomonitoring, LLC
4712 2nd Street, Suite 641
Long Beach, CA 90803
TEL (949) 285-7096
[email protected]

6.20 Warranty of Authorized Signatories and Acceptance of Facsimile or Electronic Signatures. Each of the signatories hereto warrants and represents that he or she is competent and authorized to enter into this Agreement on behalf of the party for whom he or she purports to sign. The Parties agree that this Contract, agreements ancillary to this Contract, and related documents to be entered into in connection with this Contract will be considered signed when the signature of a party is delivered physically or by facsimile transmission or scanned and delivered via electronic mail. Such facsimile or electronic mail copies will be treated in all respects as having the same effect as an original signature.

7.0 GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS. (City and Consultant initials required at EITHER 7.1 or 7.2)

7.1 Disclosure Required. By their respective initials next to this paragraph, City and Consultant hereby acknowledge that Consultant is a “consultant” for the purposes of the California Political Reform Act because Consultant’s duties would require him or her to make one or more of the governmental decisions set forth in Fair Political Practices Commission Regulation 18700.3(a) or otherwise serves in a staff capacity for which disclosure would otherwise be required were Consultant employed by the City. Consultant hereby acknowledges his or her assuming-office, annual, and leaving-office financial reporting obligations under the California Political Reform Act and the City’s Conflict of Interest Code and agrees to comply with those obligations at his or her expense. Prior to consultant commencing services hereunder, the City’s Manager shall prepare and deliver to consultant a memorandum detailing the extent of Consultant’s disclosure obligations in accordance with the City’s Conflict of Interest Code.

City Initials ______
Consultant Initials ______ CJM
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7.2 Disclosure not Required. By their initials next to this paragraph, City and Consultant hereby acknowledge that Consultant is not a “consultant” for the purpose of the California Political Reform Act because Consultant’s duties and responsibilities are not within the scope of the definition of consultant in Fair Political Practice Commission Regulation 18700.3(a) and is otherwise not serving in staff capacity in accordance with the City’s Conflict of Interest Code.

City Initials ______
Consultant Initials ______
This Agreement is executed on _____________________, at Malibu, California, and effective as of January 23, 2025.

CONSULTANT:
_______________________________
By: COURTNEY MCCAMMON
Owner and Principal Biologist
CITY OF MALIBU:
___________________________________
DOUG STEWART, Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________________
KELSEY PETTIJOHN, City Clerk
(seal)
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
___________________________________
TREVOR RUSIN, Interim City Attorney
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EXHIBIT A

SCOPE OF WORK
City of Malibu
23825 Stuart Ranch Road · Malibu, California · 90265-4861 Phone (310) 456-2489 · Fax (310) 456-3356 · www.malibucity.org CJ Biomonitoring, LLC
Scope of Work

1. The Consultant shall maintain two staff members during the term of the agreement: Principal Biologist (Courtney McCammon) and Assistant Biologist.

2. Review and evaluate biological assessment reports, native tree protection plans, and all other reviews. Reviews shall be performed with reference to the requirements of the City’s Local Coastal Program, Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision Ordinance, and the Malibu General Plan; and provide City staff with specific recommendations regarding the acceptability of such reports/plans and provide detailed review comments to bring the report/plans in compliance with City requirements.

3. Conduct reviews, including but not limited to plan revisions, biology assessment, native tree protection plans, within ten (10) business days from the date of submittal of each. Conduct final inspections within one week of request. Turnaround times may be extended with expressed concurrence of the Planning Director.

4. Provide the applicant designee and the City a list of items needing clarification or change to achieve conformance with all State, Federal, or local regulations.

5. Reviews shall include but is not limited to a bibliography of referenced materials (e.g., studies, projects plans, inspection dates, meeting dates, etc.) and review history.

6. Prepare standard biology conditions of approval to be used in review of project applications and update as necessary.

7. Plan approval shall not be recommended to the City until all code compliance issues are resolved to the best of the applicant’s knowledge, and all requirements of the City have been satisfied.

8. Conduct final site inspections per the request of City staff or applicant and conduct field observation and recommendations as requested by City staff

9. Track conditions of compliance, such as, but not limited, to post-approval habitat restoration and monitoring and native tree protection monitoring.

10. As requested by the Planning Director, accept any and all documents electronically; including utilization of OnBase (records management system), and any additional electronic formats accepted by the City.

11. Respond within one (1) business day to questions from City staff and members of the public.

12. Hold routine office hours at City Hall on Tuesdays from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. or longer depending on demand for servicces. This time will be utilized for appointments with applicants, meetings with staff, and review of project applications. Additional hours may be required. If City Hall is closed to walk-in traffic, virtual meetings shall be held on an as-needed basis.

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13. Hold public counter hours at City Hall on Tuesdays from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. If City Hall is closed to walk-in traffic, virtual meetings shall be held on an as-needed basis.

14. Maintain one (1) individual as the contact for all communication with the City.

15. Furnish assigned personnel with all necessary materials, resources, and training to conduct reviews, including a current copy of applicable City amendments, policies, procedures, and forms.

16. Attend and participate in local and regional meetings on behalf of the City; including locations other than Consultant’s office and Malibu City Hall.

17. Provide training for City staff as requested by the Planning Director.

18. Make presentations to City Council, public, and other agencies as requested by the Planning Director.

19. Attend Planning Commission and City Council meetings as requested by City staff.

20. Review biological section of various Environmental Impact Reports and initial studies for adequacy / completeness and propose mitigation measure and monitoring programs for compliance with goals, objection and policies of the Local Coastal Program and Malibu General Plan and best management practices.

21. Recommend modifications to the City’s guidelines and codes, as appropriate, to maintain conformance with the latest State regulations, laws and acceptable biological practices.

22. Attend court appearances, expert witness testimony, and legal research at the request of the City.

23. Chair the Environmental Review Board meetings, typically one per month, at the request of the Planning Director.

24. Maintain detailed accounting of fees including fixed fees and time and materials fees and issue fee balance statements to applicants. No work shall be conducted prior to fees collected.

25. Perform project management duties including the maintenance of the development database and tracking of deadlines, application submittal requirements, and workload.

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Compensation for Services
The City shall pay the Consultant for its professional services rendered and costs incurred pursuant to this Agreement in accordance with the Scope of Work’s fee and cost schedule. The City shall pay the Consultant the fixed fee upon issuance of the first review.

No additional compensation shall be paid for any other expenses incurred, unless first approved by the City Manager, or his/her designee.

Fixed Fee Services:

Fixed Fees shall include amount of reviews as indicated below; does not include site inspections and meetings with applicants.

Additional reviews will be performed on a time and materials basis.

Service Performed Staff Name Title Estimated
Hours
Consultant Rate
Peer Review
Site Inspection Various Staff Various Staff 2.00 $330
Planning Revisions
*includes 1 review
Various Staff Various Staff 2.00 $330
Review: CDP (with ESH)
*includes 3 reviews
Various Staff Various Staff 8.00 $1,324
Review : CDP (without ESHA)
*includes 2 reviews
Various Staff Various Staff 4 .00 $662
CDP for OWTS Only
*includes 1 review
Various Staff Various Staff 1.50 $248
APR with Development (without
landscaping)
*includes 1 review
Various Staff Various Staff 2.00 $330
APR with Development (with
landscaping)
*includes 2 reviews
Various Staff Various Staff 4.00 $662
APR Landscaping Only
*includes 2 reviews
Various Staff Various Staff 3.00 $495
Time and materials review Various Staff Various Staff 1.00 $165/hour Attend Meetings Regular Business
Hours
Various Staff Various Staff 1.00 $175/hour
Attend Meetings After Hours Various Staff Various Staff 1.00 $200/hour

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Professional Services:

Fees for professional services are based on an hourly rate.

Service Performed Hourly Rate
General Day-time Hourly Rate $175.00
Evenings (after 5:30 PM) $200.00
Depositions, Court Appearances, Expert Witness, Legal Research $550.00* * This rate is only implemented if requested by a party other than the City and with approval from the City. Court appearances requested on the City’s behalf would be charged at the standard hourly evening rates (i.e. $175/hr) Miscellaneous
• Mileage, other than travel to and from the City (e.g, site visits, off site meetings), will be billed at the current federal rate.
• Costs for overnight or long-term jobs requiring lodging will include per Diem at a rate of $250.00 per day.

All rates listed above shall include overhead costs including, but not limited to salaries, benefits, insurance, and office expenses. If staff substitutions are necessary, the original rates listed above will still apply.

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EXHIBIT B

INSURANCE LANGUAGE
Without limiting Consultant’s indemnification of City, and prior to commencement of work and/or services under this Agreement, Consultant shall obtain, provide, and maintain at its own expense during the term of this Agreement, policies of insurance of the type and amounts described below and in a form satisfactory to City.

General Liability Insurance. Consultant shall maintain commercial general liability insurance with coverage at least as broad as Insurance Services Office form CG 00 01, in an amount not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence, $2,000,000 general aggregate, for bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage. The policy must include contractual liability that has not been amended. Any endorsement restricting standard ISO “insured contract” language will not be accepted.

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

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

Workers’ Compensation Insurance. Consultant shall maintain Workers’ Compensation Insurance (statutory limits) and Employer’s Liability insurance (with limits of at least $1,000,000).

Consultant shall submit to Agency, along with the certificate of insurance, a Waiver of Subrogation endorsement in favor of City, its officers, agents, employees, and volunteers.

Umbrella or Excess Liability Insurance. Consultant shall obtain and maintain an umbrella liability insurance policy with limits that will provide bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage liability coverage, including commercial general liability, automobile liability, and employer’s liability. Such policy or policies shall include the following terms and conditions:
• A drop-down feature requiring the policy to respond if any primary insurance that would otherwise have applied proves to be uncollectible in whole or in part for any reason, other than bankruptcy or insolvency of said primary insurer;
• “Pay on behalf of” wording as opposed to “reimbursement”; • Concurrency of effective dates with primary policies.

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Should Consultant obtain and maintain an excess liability policy, such policy shall be excess over commercial general liability, automobile liability, and employer’s liability policies. Such policy or policies shall include wording that the excess liability policy follows the terms and conditions of the underlying policies.

OTHER PROVISIONS OR REQUIREMENTS
Proof of Insurance. Consultant shall provide certificates of insurance and required endorsements to City as evidence of the insurance coverage required herein. Insurance certificates and endorsements must be approved by City’s Risk Manager prior to commencement of performance. Current certification of insurance shall be kept on file with City for the contract period and any additional length of time required thereafter. City reserves the right to require complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies, at any time.

Duration of Coverage. Consultant shall procure and maintain for the contract period, and any additional length of time required thereafter, insurance against claims for injuries to persons or damages to property, or financial loss which may arise from or in connection with the performance of the Work hereunder by Consultant, their agents, representatives, employees, or subconsultants.

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

City’s Rights of Enforcement. In the event any policy of insurance required under this Agreement does not comply with these specifications or is canceled and not replaced, City has the right but not the duty to obtain the insurance it deems necessary, and any premium paid by City will be promptly reimbursed by Consultant or City will withhold amounts sufficient to pay premium from Consultant payments. In the alternative, City may cancel this Agreement.

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

Waiver of Subrogation. All insurance coverage maintained or procured pursuant to this agreement shall be endorsed to waive subrogation against City, its elected or appointed officers, agents, officials, employees, and volunteers or shall specifically allow Consultant or others providing insurance evidence in compliance with these specifications to waive their right of recovery prior to a loss. Consultant hereby waives its own right of recovery against City and Agreement for Professional Services
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shall require similar written express waivers and insurance clauses from each of its subconsultants.

Enforcement of Contract Provisions (Non Estoppel). Consultant acknowledges and agrees that any actual or alleged failure on the part of the City to inform Consultant of non-compliance with any requirement imposes no additional obligations on the City nor does it waive any rights hereunder.

Requirements Not Limiting. Requirements of specific coverage features or limits contained in this Section are not intended as a limitation on coverage, limits or other requirements, or a waiver of any coverage normally provided by any insurance. Specific reference to a given coverage feature is for purposes of clarification only as it pertains to a given issue and is not intended by any party or insured to be all inclusive, or to the exclusion of other coverage, or a waiver of any type. If the Consultant maintains higher limits than the minimums shown above, the City requires and shall be entitled to coverage for the higher limits maintained by the Consultant. Any available insurance proceeds in excess of the specified minimum limits of insurance and coverage shall be available to the City.

Notice of Cancellation. Consultant agrees to oblige its insurance agent or broker and insurers to provide the City with a thirty (30) day notice of cancellation (except for nonpayment for which a ten (10) day notice is required) or nonrenewal of coverage for each required coverage. If any of the Consultant’s insurers are unwilling to provide such notice, then Consultant shall have the responsibility of notifying the City immediately in the event of Consultant’s failure to renew any of the required insurance coverages, or insurer’s cancellation or non-renewal.

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

Prohibition Of Undisclosed Coverage Limitations. None of the coverages required herein will be in compliance with these requirements if they include any limiting endorsement of any kind that has not been first submitted to City and approved of in writing.

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

Pass Through Clause. Consultant agrees to ensure that its subconsultants, subcontractors, and any other party who is brought onto or involved in the project/service by Consultant (hereinafter collectively “Subcontractor”), provide the same minimum insurance coverage and endorsements required of Consultant under this Agreement. Consultant agrees to monitor and review all such coverage and assumes all responsibility for ensuring that such coverage is provided in conformity with the requirements of this section. However, in the event Consultant’s Subcontractor cannot comply with this requirement, which proof must be submitted to the City, Consultant may still be able to utilize the Subcontractor provided Consultant shall be required to ensure that its Subcontractor provide and maintain insurance coverage and endorsements Agreement for Professional Services
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sufficient to the specific risk of exposure involved with Subcontractor’s scope of work and services, with limits less than required of the Consultant, but in all other terms consistent with the Consultant’s requirements under this Agreement. This provision does not relieve the Consultant of its contractual obligations under the Agreement and/or limit its liability to the amount of insurance coverage provided by its subcontractors. This provision is intended solely to provide Consultant with the ability to utilize a Subcontractor who may be otherwise qualified to perform the work or services but may not carry the same insurance limits as required of the Consultant under this Agreement given the limited scope of work or services provided by the subcontractor. Consultant agrees that upon request, all agreements with Subcontractors, and others engaged in the project and/or services, will be submitted to City for review.

City’s Right to Revise Specifications. The City reserves the right at any time during the term of the contract to change the amounts and types of insurance required by giving the Consultant ninety (90) days’ advance written notice of such change. If such a change results in substantial additional costs to the Consultant, the City and Consultant may renegotiate the Consultant’s compensation.

Self-Insured Retentions. Any self-insured retentions must be declared to and approved by the City. City reserves the right to require that self-insured retentions be eliminated, lowered, or replaced by a deductible, or require proof of ability to pay losses and related investigations, claim administration, and defense expenses within the retention through confirmation from the underwriter.

Timely Notice Of Claims. Consultant shall give City prompt and timely notice of claims made or suits instituted that arise out of or result from Consultant’s performance under this Agreement, and that involve or may involve coverage under any of the required liability policies.

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

Request for Proposals for
Biological Consulting Services
Date Issued: October 8, 2024
Proposals must be received no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, November 8, 2024 via email at the following address:

City of Malibu
Attn: Patricia Salazar, Development and Operations Manager [email protected]
Attachment 2

INTRODUCTION
The City of Malibu is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide biological consulting services to the Planning Department and to act as technical advisors on issues relating to terrestrial biology. The contract shall be for a minimum of two years.

BACKGROUND
The City of Malibu (City) is a coastal city located in the northwestern portion of Los Angeles County, California, along 21 miles of the Pacific Ocean and has a population of approximately 10,654. The City is approximately 15 million visitors a year. The City is a general law city incorporated under California law in 1991. It operates under the Council/Manager form of government and is considered a contract city. The five Members of the City Council are elected at-large. They serve staggered four-year terms, with the Mayor being selected from among the Councilmembers. The City covers approximately 21 miles along the coast and offers a full range of municipal services. The City currently has 102.5 full-time employees and 12.69 full-time equivalent part-time employees. The City, organized into seven departments, provides a number of services in-house, including management and administrative services, building and safety, community services, environmental sustainability, planning, public works and engineering. The City’s Adopted Fiscal Year 2024-25 General Fund Operating Budget is $77.3 million, and the City’s overall Operating Budget is $99 million.

The Planning Department is the steward of the City’s General Plan. The Department assists the community in planning for the future and managing development consistent with the community vision, while meeting City regulatory obligations. Staff provides a wide range of professional advice and services to the public, applicants, outside agencies, the Planning Commission, and the City Council. The Planning Department provides current and long-range planning, biological services, and code enforcement, as well as a robust public information and records management program.

The Biological Services Consultant (also known as the “City Biologist”) reviews proposed Landscape Documentation Packages for compliance with the Malibu Municipal Code and Local Coastal Program, in addition to reviewing all other proposed projects for possible impacts to protected trees and Environmentally Sensitive Habitat Areas. The City Biologist may also serve as the chair of the Environmental Review Board.

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SCOPE OF WORK
The City is seeking qualified firms to provide biological consulting services. As part of this work, the selected consultant shall:

A. Assign a Principal Biologist (also known as the City Biologist) and Assistant Biologist to provide services and maintain one (1) individual as the contact for all communication with the City.

B. Respond within one (1) business day to questions from City staff and members of the public.

C. Review and evaluate biological assessment reports, native tree protection plans, and all other related reviews. Reviews shall be performed concerning the requirements of the City’s Local Coastal Program, Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision Ordinance, and the Malibu General Plan; and provide City staff with specific recommendations regarding the acceptability of such reports/plans and provide detailed review comments to bring the report/plans in compliance with City requirements (average 38 reviews per month).

D. Project review services shall be completed utilizing the City’s adopted plan review software (e.g., Bluebeam Studios) to, for example, markup plans with corrections and redlines and/or coordinate with other internal departments.

E. Conduct final site inspections per the request of City staff or applicant and conduct field observations and provide recommendations as requested by City staff (average 4-8 inspections per month).

F. Track conditions of compliance, such as but not limited to post-approval habitat restoration and monitoring and native tree protection monitoring.

G. Conduct reviews, including but not limited to plan revisions, biology assessment, and native tree protection plans, within ten (10) business days from the date of their submittal. Conduct final inspections within one week of request.

H. Hold routine office hours in person at City Hall. Typical City Hall public counter hours are on Tuesdays from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. This time will be utilized for appointments with applicants, meetings with staff, and review of project applications.

I. Attend and participate in local and regional meetings on behalf of the City; including locations other than the Consultant’s office and Malibu City Hall.

J. Provide training for City staff as requested by the Planning Director.

K. Make presentations to City Council, the public, and other agencies as requested by the Planning Director.

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L. Attend Planning Commission and City Council meetings as requested by the Planning Director.

M. Review biological section of various Environmental Impact Reports and initial studies for adequacy / completeness and propose mitigation measure and monitoring programs for compliance with goals, objectives and policies of the Local Coastal Program and Malibu General Plan and best management practices.

N. Recommend modifications to the City’s guidelines and codes, as appropriate, to maintain conformance with the latest State regulations, laws and acceptable biological practices.

O. Attend court appearances, provide expert witness testimony, and conduct legal research at the request of the City.

P. Chair the Environmental Review Board meetings, typically held once per month, at the request of the Planning Director.

Q. Maintain detailed accounting of fees including fixed fees and time and materials fees, and issue fee balance statements to applicants.

R. Perform project management duties including the maintenance of the development database, and tracking of deadlines, application submittal requirements, and workload.

THE PROPOSAL
Proposals should not include any materials to be returned to the Consultant and should be concise. Each proposal must include the following information:

1. Organization, Credentials and Experience
A. Provide a summary of the company’s qualifications, credentials and related past experience.

B. Provide resumes of the assigned Principal and Assistant Biologist in performing this type of work which highlight special qualifications relevant to the assignment, and specific reference to experience in coastal cities, coastal habitats, Environmentally Sensitive Habitat Areas (ESHA) and other sensitive habitats.

C. Provide a list of three (3) of the company’s similar clients including the names, titles, addresses, and telephone numbers of the appropriate persons which the City can contact.

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2. Professional Services Agreement
The selected Consultant must use and comply with the terms and conditions of the City’s standard Professional Services Agreement as provided in Attachment 2 of this RFP.

3. Compliance
Provide a written statement that the Consultant shall comply with the California Labor Code pursuant to said regulations entitled: Federal Labor Standards provisions; Federal Prevailing Wage Decision; State of California Prevailing Wage Rates, and the City of Malibu’s Minimum Wage Ordinance respectively.

4. Litigation
Firms are required to list past, current, or pending litigation resulting from professional services rendered over the past five years. If a court or an arbitrator rendered a decision, state the results.

5. Fees.

Under Separate Cover, provide two rate proposals: 1) fixed fees services for application reviews; and 2) professional rate proposal. The professional rate proposal shall include hourly rates for all personnel and identify the hours and costs per task. The Proposal must include the following tables:

Planning Application Review Fees
Service Performed Estimated
Hours
Current Consultant
Rate
Proposed Consultant
Rate
Site Inspection 2.00 $300
Planning Revisions
*includes 1 review

2.00 $300
Review: CDP (with ESH)
*includes 3 reviews

8.00 $1,204
Review: CDP (without ESHA)
*includes 2 reviews
4 .00 $602
CDP for OWTS Only
*includes 1 review

1.50 $226
APR with Development (without
landscaping)
*includes 1 review

2.00 $300
APR with Development (with
landscaping)
*includes 2 reviews

4.00 $602
APR Landscaping Only
*includes 2 reviews

3.00 $450
Time and materials review 1.00 $150/hour
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Service Performed Estimated
Hours
Current Consultant
Rate
Proposed Consultant
Rate
Attend Meetings Regular
Business Hours

1.00 $150/hour
Attend Meetings After Hours 1.00 $175/hour
Professional Rates
Service Performed Hourly Rate Proposed
Hourly Rate
General Day-Time Hourly Rate $150
Evenings (after 5:30 PM) $175
Depositions, Court Appearances, Expert Witness, Legal
Research
$470
All rates listed above shall include overhead costs including, but not limited to salaries, benefits, Workers' Compensation Insurance, office expenses, mileage and courier service.

If staff substitutions are necessary, or if staff is promoted, the original rates listed above will still apply.

6. Timeline
Contract will be awarded for services to begin January 23, 2025 for a two-year term.

PROPOSAL PROCEDURE
Clarifications: The City will respond to requests for clarification to the RFP in written Addendum(s) as needed. Inquiries should be directed by email only to [email protected]. No verbal requests will be accepted. All requests for clarification must be received by Friday, October 25, 2024.

Proposal Deadline: Submit an electronic copy of the complete proposal to:

Patricia Salazar, Development and Operations Manager
City of Malibu Planning Department
23825 Stuart Ranch Road
Malibu, CA 90265
[email protected]
All proposals are due no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, November 8, 2024. The City reserves the right to extend the deadline or accept a late submittal with good cause shown.

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Evaluation Criteria: Proposals will be evaluated based primarily on proposal quality, experience, and performance in oral interviews (if necessary).

Response Preparations: No reimbursement will be made by the City for costs incurred in the preparation of the response to this RFP. Submitted materials will not be returned and become the property of the City of Malibu.

The City reserves the right to select a consultant without interviews. However, shortlisted firms may be invited to meet with the selection committee. The presentation portion of the interview will be limited to no more than 10 minutes, with up to another 30 minutes set aside for questions and answers. The interviews will be only include the Principal and Assistant Biologist.

Right to Reject Proposals: Submission of a proposal indicates acceptance by the firm of the conditions contained in this request for proposal unless clearly and specifically noted in the proposal submitted and confirmed in the agreement between the City of Malibu and the firm selected. The City of Malibu reserves the right without prejudice to reject any or all proposals.

ATTACHMENT: Sample Professional Services Agreement

AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
This Agreement is made and entered into as of [date] by and between the City of Malibu (hereinafter referred to as the "City"), and _____________ (hereinafter referred to as "Consultant").

The City and the Consultant agree as follows:

R E C I T A L S
A. The City does not have the personnel able and/or available to perform the services required under this Agreement.

B. The City desires to contract out for consulting services for certain projects relating biological consulting services.

C. The Consultant warrants to the City that it has the qualifications, experience and facilities to perform properly and timely the services under this Agreement.

D. The City desires to contract with the Consultant to perform the services as described in Exhibit A of this Agreement.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City and the Consultant agree as follows:

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6.0 GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS.

If the Consultant terminates this Agreement without cause, the Consultant shall be paid only for those services completed in a manner satisfactory to the City.

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6.5 Indemnification.

6.5.1. Duty to defend:

6.7 Independent Contractor. This Agreement is by and between the City and the Consultant and is not intended, and shall not be construed, to create the relationship of Agreement for Professional Services
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agency, servant, employee, partnership, joint venture, or association, as between the City and the Consultant.

6.8 Copyright. No reports, maps or other documents produced in whole or in part under this Agreement shall be the subject of an application for copyright by or on behalf of the Consultant.

6.10 Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts and as so executed shall constitute an agreement which shall be binding upon all parties hereto.

6.11 Final Payment Acceptance Constitutes Release. The acceptance by the Consultant of the final payment made under this Agreement shall operate as and be a release of the City from all claims and liabilities for compensation to the Consultant for anything done, furnished or relating to the Consultant’s work or services. Acceptance of payment shall be any negotiation of the City’s check or the failure to make a written extra compensation claim within ten (10) calendar days of the receipt of that check. However, approval or payment by the City shall not constitute, nor be deemed, a release of the responsibility and liability of the Consultant, its employees, sub-consultants and agents for the accuracy and competency of the information Agreement for Professional Services
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provided and/or work performed; nor shall such approval or payment be deemed to be an assumption of such responsibility or liability by the City for any defect or error in the work prepared by the Consultant, its employees, sub-consultants and agents.

6.15 Mitigation of Damages. In all such situations arising out of this Agreement, the parties shall attempt to avoid and minimize the damages resulting from the conduct of the other party.

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is relying upon any statement or information not contained in this Agreement. Any changes or modifications to this Agreement must be made in writing appropriately executed by both the City and the Consultant.

6.19 Notices. Any notice required to be given hereunder shall be deemed to have been given by depositing said notice in the United States mail, postage prepaid, and addressed as follows:

CITY: Steve McClary CONSULTANT:

City Manager
City of Malibu
23825 Stuart Ranch Road
Malibu, CA 90265-4861
TEL (310) 456-2489 x 226
FAX (310) 456-2760

7.0 GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS. (City and Consultant initials required at EITHER 7.1 or 7.2)

City Initials ______
Consultant Initials ______
Agreement for Professional Services
[Consultant]

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City Initials ______
Consultant Initials ______
This Agreement is executed on _____________________, at Malibu, California, and effective as of January 23, 2025.

CONSULTANT:
_______________________________
By:

CITY OF MALIBU:
___________________________________
DOUG STEWART, Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________________
KELSEY PETTIJOHN, City Clerk
(seal)
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
___________________________________
TREVOR RUSIN, Interim City Attorney
Agreement for Professional Services
[Consultant]

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EXHIBIT A

SCOPE OF WORK
Agreement for Professional Services
[Consultant]

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EXHIBIT B

Workers’ Compensation Insurance. Consultant shall maintain Workers’ Compensation Insurance (statutory limits) and Employer’s Liability insurance (with limits of at least $1,000,000).

Consultant shall submit to Agency, along with the certificate of insurance, a Waiver of Subrogation endorsement in favor of City, its officers, agents, employees, and volunteers.

Agreement for Professional Services
[Consultant]

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shall require similar written express waivers and insurance clauses from each of its subconsultants.

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City of Malibu
23825 Stuart Ranch Road · Malibu, California · 90265-4861 Phone (310) 456-2489 · Fax (310) 456-3356 · www.malibucity.org Addendum No. 1
Request for Proposals for Biological Consulting Services Posted: October 30, 2024
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all prospective proposers that the deadline to submit proposals is 4:00 PM, FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2024. Submit proposals to [email protected].

Clarifications:

Question 1: What firm is currently the incumbent and are they serving both roles as Principal and Assistant Biologist?
A. CJ Biomonitoring, Inc. is the current incumbent. They serve as Principal and Assistant Biologist.

Question 2: Can a firm respond only to one role (i.e. Principal or Assistant)? A. The City prefers to obtain one agreement for both roles.

Question 3: What are the City’s expectations (e.g. time) for the Assistant Biologist? It is expected that the Assistant Biologist will only cover public counter hours when the Principal Biologist is unable to attend or to assist with reviews, if needed.

Question 4: The firm is proposing two individuals for this agreement. Over the time of the agreement, can the individuals be substituted?
A. The City will not accept any substitutes for the Principal Biologist as this role serves as the City Biologist. A two-year commitment is required. However, the City will accept substitutes for the Assistant Biologist.

Question 5: Compliance Biology (aka Dave Crawford) previously held the position for many years and does this firm still hold any contracts with the City of Malibu? A. No, this firm does not currently have an agreement with the City of Malibu.

October 18, 2024
Patricia Salazar, Development and Operations Manager
Biological Consulting Services RFP
City of Malibu
23825 Stuart Ranch Road
Malibu, CA 90265
SUBJECT: Response to Request for Professional Services; Biological Consulting Services Dear Ms. Salazar:

CJ Biomonitoring, LLC is pleased to submit a proposal for the City of Malibu’s request for proposal for Biological Consulting Services and to continue to provide the City with such services. For the past three years, Courtney McCammon of CJ Biomonitoring has performed the role of Contract Biologist for the City of Malibu during which time she has conducted a multitude of reviews for proposed development and site inspections. Prior to becoming the Contract Biologist, Ms. McCammon was the Assistant City Biologist for several years, attending public counter hours and answering questions from the public. In addition, Ms.

McCammon has chaired many Environmental Review Board meetings for a variety of proposed developments in her time as the Contract Biologist. Ms. McCammon has worked closely with City Planning staff, to collaborate on biologically complicated or sensitive projects and she hopes to continue to do so in the future.

The attached pages provide our understanding of the required services and the associated payments for each. CJ Biomonitoring understands that all contents of this proposal are firm and binding for a period of 90 days. The following is our contact information:

Courtney McCammon
CJ Biomonitoring, LLC
Cell phone: 949-285-7096
Email: [email protected]
CJ Biomonitoring confirms, under penalty of perjury, that they comply with the nondiscrimination requirements of the State and Federal Governments.

Sincerely,
Courtney McCammon
Owner and Principal Biologist
CJ Biomonitoring, LLC
Attachment 3
A. TECHNICAL COMPONENT

1. Introduction
We understand the services to be provided to the City to be as follows:

The biology team, working under the direction of the Planning Director, would conduct reviews, and provide technical expertise and recommendations associated with applications for proposed development projects in the City of Malibu. The City Biologist is expected to conduct final site inspections prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. Weekly office hours are expected to be held during public counter hours on Tuesdays from 9 – 11AM. The team would also provide technical assistance with environmental documentation and review with respect to Negative Declarations, Mitigated Negative Declarations, and Environmental Impact Reports. The Principal Biologist is responsible for chairing the Environmental Review Board, holding monthly meetings as needed. The Principal Biologist attends Planning Commission and City Council meetings on an as-needed basis. Further, the City Biologist will assist all City personnel with biological needs including Code Enforcement, Public Works, and Parks and Recreation Departments.

Additionally, over the past few years, we understand response times to permit application submittals have become more important to the City. In that light, Ms. McCammon will work closely with Planning Department staff in providing early responses to permit applications. If selected, it would be our primary focus to continue to ensure timely responses through preliminary reviews and to maintain a process of rapid responses and complete evaluations of permit applications. We also fully understand the importance of fee and budgetary tracking and will work closely with departmental administration to ensure all fees and billings are consistent with the City’s requirements.

2. Qualifications
a. CJ Biomonitoring has been providing biological services to both public and private clients since 2017.

Courtney McCammon has served as the City of Malibu Contract Biologist since 2021. Additionally, Ms.

McCammon assisted the City of Laguna Beach with several Public Works projects in 2020 and 2023 to perform environmental worker training, construction monitoring, and general oversight of the biological resources associated with the area. Ms. McCammon continues to work closely with the project manager to implement restoration monitoring and as-needed nesting bird surveys. Ms. McCammon has a history of working with public and private entities on various biological projects throughout the southern California area. In the position of Malibu’s Contract City Biologist, Ms. McCammon attends to public inquiries, reviews permit applications including new single-family residences, landscaping, and wastewater treatment system locations. She also chairs the Environmental Review Board meetings for proposed development that have environmental impact within the City of Malibu.

As an independent consultant, Ms. McCammon has performed many Biological Inventories and Biological Assessments within the Coastal Zone, beyond the City limits of Malibu. As a result, Ms.

McCammon has developed an expertise in local regulations and policies, including, but not limited to, identification and mapping of Environmentally Sensitive Habitat Areas (ESHAs), H1-H3 designated habitat, and other sensitive habitats.

Mr. Ryan Kinzel would provide services as the Assistant City Biologist on an as-needed basis. Mr.

Kinzel is currently the Junior Urban Ecologist for the City of Los Angeles providing technical guidance to the Department of Recreation and Parks. Additionally, Mr. Kinzel worked for the City of Los Angeles Sanitation and Environment, assisting in pushing forward various key documents such as the “Los Angeles Biodiversity Guidelines”. He also organized and led habitat restoration locally in the eastern Santa Monica Mountains, engaging with the community and various stakeholders in the process. Mr.

Kinzel has a history of working well with community leaders, City staff, and other industry experts to provide technical biological expertise for various projects. b. Courtney McCammon is the key person at CJ Biomonitoring that, if selected, would fill the position of City Biologist. An assistant will be helpful for ensuring that the public counter hours are always staffed in the event that the City Biologist is out on vacation or for other reasons. Though not often necessary, should something come up requiring expertise outside of Ms. McCammon’s or Mr. Kinzel’s experience, Ms. McCammon is associated with a number of highly experienced professionals that could assist at the approval of City Staff. Ms. McCammon will be available at the City one day per week as required in the RFP and will provide extra hours of review time as needed, based on backlog of applications.

Additionally, Ms. McCammon would be available to attend Planning Commission, City Council hearings, and Environmental Review Board as needed.
c. Historically, the need for assistance was not very common. The Contract City Biologist desires to have an assistant to avoid any gap in public counter hours and services to the community members. Therefore, Ms. McCammon has selected Mr. Kinzel, a qualified biological consultant in the Los Angeles region.

Mr. Kinzel will provide assistance by staffing public counter hours when the Contract City Biologist is away offering guidance to the general public and offering in person knowledge on the City codes. Mr.

Kinzel will always have access to the Contract City Biologist to confirm any code interpretations prior to giving answers to City staff or the public.

Resumes for both Ms. McCammon and Mr. Kinzel are provided as Attachment A. d. The following provides three professional references for Courtney McCammon:

Mr. Pierre Sawaya Mr. Dan Duncan
Senior Project Manager Environmental Administrator
City of Laguna Beach City of Santa Clarita
[email protected] [email protected]
(949) 497-0751 (661) 255-4348
Samantha Neary Additional references for
Project Scientist II Ms. McCammon or Mr. Kinzel are
Trileaf available upon request
[email protected]
(847) 513 - 3753

3. Scope of Work
Ms. McCammon has served as the City Biologist since 2021 after she worked as the Assistant for two years learning the nuances of the City of Malibu. She has created an efficient system for reviewing permit applications and performing landscape inspections that the public is now familiar with. As the City Biologist, Ms. McCammon has decreased the average review time for permit applications to approximately seven (7) business days, which is less than the required ten (10) business days. The average amount of reviews completed each month is approximately thirty-eight (38) and it is expected to continue at the same frequency. This includes being available to answer questions of the public, review of permit applications, and performing final landscape inspections when applicants are requesting a Certificate of Occupation. She has been able to streamline the review process and has an efficient system for addressing the needs of the public and City staff. Ms. McCammon will continue to respond to the needs of City staff within one (1) business day allowing for regular phone calls and Zoom meetings with staff planners. The level of coordination between City staff and the City Biologist has increased greatly leading to a “team approach” on complicated projects. Other duties include assisting Planning staff with questions regarding biological resources, as well a review of City projects and CEQA documents. With the increased importance of rapid response times to applicants, Ms. McCammon will utilize a system of preliminary review that will provide a general acknowledgement of application receipt and direction regarding completeness of the application documentation. As such, all applicants should receive a response to their application within the required ten (10) days of submittal. Following preliminary reviews, responses to phone messages, emails, and staff questions, Ms. McCammon will conduct thorough reviews of each application for consistency with City codes and the LCP. Required meetings and site inspections will typically occur in the morning hours prior to counter hours.

As necessary, the Assistant Biologist may be utilized to provide preliminary reviews, perform final landscape inspections, or assist with CEQA document review. The Planning Director will be included in the determination to utilize the Assistant Biologist.

B. COST COMPONENT
The standard billing rate for the Principal Biologist would be $175.00 per hour and Assistant Biologist would be $100.00 per hour. Additional rates and costs are included in CJ Biomonitoring’s 2024-2026 Fee Schedule provided as Attachment B.

Following discussions with Planning Department administration, it is our understanding that a 70/30 Fixed Fee system of payment will be initiated upon implementation of the contract. The fees have been increased to reflect the increased cost of doing business. The following provides a schedule of fees for additional services and direct costs.

General Daytime Hourly Rates
Principal Biologist (Courtney McCammon) $175.00/hr
Assistant Biologist $100.00/hr
Evening (after 5:30 pm) Meetings, City Council, Planning Commission, etc.

Principal Biologist $200.00/hr
Assistant Biologist $125.00/hr
Depositions, Court Appearances, Expert Witness/Legal Research Principal Biologist $550.00/hr*
* This rate is only implemented if requested by a party other than the City and with approval from the City.

Court appearances requested on the City’s behalf would be charged at the standard hourly evening rates (i.e. $200/hr)
Miscellaneous
• Costs for overnight or long-term jobs requiring lodging will include per Diem at a rate of $300.00 per day.

Attachment A Resumes for Courtney McCammon and Ryan Kinzel Certificates of Insurance for General Liability and Automobile shall follow under separate cover.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions regarding the proposal information and I look forward to speaking with you directly.

Attachment A
Resumes of Key Personnel

EDUCATION
B.S., Biology,
Loyola Marymount University,
2012
M.S., Urban Ecology,
Loyola Marymount University,
2014

ARTICLES/ACCOLADES

LA TIMES ARTICLE

KUDOBOARD

CERTIFICATIONS/

REGISTRATIONS
Scientific Collector’s Permit # S193460010-22060-001 (exp. 3/7/26)
Arroyo Toad Workshop, April
2024
Certified Wildlife Tracker,
CyberTracker, 2016 & 2017
CNDDB & BIOS training, CDFW,
Aug, 2017
Introductory GIS class, Pace
University, Fall 2017
Southwest Desert Bat
Workshop, Oct. 2017
San Joaquin Kit Fox Workshop,
Oct. 2017
Desert Tortoise Introductory
Training, Nov. 2017
Southwestern Willow Flycatcher
Workshop, May 2018
Jurisdictional Delineation
Training, October 2019

EXPERIENCE
CJ Biomonitoring LLC (Nov 2017
Courtney McCammon, B.S., M.S
WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST/OWNER – CJ BIOMONITORING, LLC

DETAILED PROJECT EXPERIENCE
City of Laguna Beach Public Works – Bluebird Canyon Project (March – Sept 2023) Ms. McCammon completed all aspects of this project from start to finish including proposal writing, project management, billing, team coordination, and final reporting. The project required pre-construction surveys and reporting, which Ms.

McCammon was able to complete in a timely manner and not delay construction. A WEAP training document was also created, and training was held in person. The construction monitoring required a biologist on site with monitoring reports sent, which was completed by CJ Biomonitoring. Finally, the project required a Habitat Mitigation and Monitoring Plan with in-field implementation, which Ms. McCammon wrote for the Public Works Department based on construction impacts. Ms.

McCammon was able to stay in budget while also following the mitigation measures outlined for the project.

City of Malibu – Contract Biologist, Los Angeles, CA (2021-present) Ms. McCammon is the acting Contract Biologist for the City of Malibu conducting onsite inspections, reviewing permit applications, and attending Environmental Review Board meetings. She is completing approximately 20 reviews per month and answers questions over email to applicants. The Principal Biologist attends Planning Commission and City Council meetings on an as-needed basis. Further, the City Biologist will assist all City personnel with biological needs including Code Enforcement, Public Works and Parks and Recreation Departments. This role requires project management including direct contact with the client, ensuring satisfaction of scope of services, billing, and invoicing.

City of Los Angeles – Contract Urban Ecologist, Los Angeles, CA (2022 – present) Ms. McCammon is the first contracted urban ecologist for the City of Los Angeles Recreation and Parks Department. The position is highly variable and requires Ms.

McCammon to be skilled in multiple avenues. Some of the work includes formal and informal biological surveys, nesting bird surveys, interpretive signage, employee training on biological resources, a management plan for Griffith Park, film permit review, and guided nature walks. The primary park is Griffith Park but Ms.

McCammon has visited other parks throughout the city of Los Angeles guiding the Department through biological and ecological management issues and keeping them in line with state and federal regulations.

PROJECT EXPERIENCE

SUBCATEGORY FOR PROJECTS - GENERAL BIOLOGICAL ASSESSMENTS ▪ City of Santa Clarita Public Works – Sand Canyon Trail Project (April – May 2024) Ms. McCammon performed complete project management of biological mitigation measures for the City of Santa Clarita’s Sand Canyon Trail Project. CJ Biomonitoring performed pre-construction surveys, construction monitoring, and general oversight of the biological resources associated with the area.

Courtney McCammon, B.S., M.S, Page 2
– present)
Compliance Biology (Nov 2017 –
2021)
Woodstar Biological (Nov 2017 –
2022)
Cooper Ecological Monitoring
(March 2015 – 2023)
Rincon Consultants, Inc. (July –
Nov 2017)
VCS Environmental (May – July
2017)
Forde Biological (Oct. 2016 –
Nov 2017)
E Read & Associates (Jan. 2013 –
Jan. 2016)
Irvine Ranch Conservancy (June
2015 – June 2017)
Ecokai Environmental (April
2013 – Jan. 2016)
▪ City of Laguna Beach Public Works – Moss Street Project (Oct 2023 – May 2024) Ms. McCammon performed complete project management of biological mitigation measures for the City of Laguna Beach’s Moss Street Beach Access Project. CJ Biomonitoring performed environmental worker training, preconstruction surveys, construction monitoring, and general oversight of the biological resources associated with the area. Ms. McCammon attended regular meetings with City staff on timeline and project goals that needed to be met.

Routine daily monitoring reports were submitted detailing construction activities as well final reports detailing survey results were submitted in a timely manner within a week of the surveys being performed.
▪ City of Santa Clarita Public Works – Whites Canyon Project (March – June 2023) Ms. McCammon performed pre-construction and periodic construction monitoring on a 2-mile stretch of Whites Canyon Road in the City of Santa Clarita. CJ Biomonitoring kept in communication with City personnel and the construction foreman in order to organize nesting bird surveys and construction monitoring efforts.
▪ Friends of Griffith Park – Raptor Survey, Los Angeles, CA (2017 - 2023) Co-managed the citizen science Los Angeles Nesting Raptor Survey for seven years. Courtney made the volunteer training modules and performed the training. Being a novel scientific survey, protocols were established, and Ms.

McCammon was constantly involved in that process. She co-managed all aspects of the survey including data management, volunteer management, and report writing. Coordination with LA City RAP, Film LA Office, and the Friends of Griffith Park occurred every year to ensure the protection of natural resources while still allowing for public enjoyment of the park.
▪ City of Laguna Beach Public Works – Laguna Creek Project (May 2020 – Dec 2020)
Ms. McCammon assisted the City of Laguna Beach with a Public Works project in 2020 to perform environmental worker training, construction monitoring, and general oversight of the biological resources associated with the area. Ms.

McCammon continues to work closely with the project manager to implement restoration monitoring and as-needed nesting bird surveys. Acted as an on-site biological monitor during the demolition, grading, and construction of a new pedestrian bridge over the Laguna Canyon Creek.
▪ Trileaf – Various Biological Assessments County of Santa Barbara (2024) Ms. McCammon performed several biological assessments for various parcels within the County of Santa Barbara.
▪ FivePoint Mission Village - Newhall Ranch, CA (Nov 2017 - 2022) Brown-headed cowbird trapping program, camera trap study, small mammal trapping, pitfall traps, riparian nesting bird surveys, owl surveys, biological construction monitoring, capture and relocation of sensitive and non-sensitive wildlife. Additionally, Ms. McCammon assisted with least bell’s vireo surveys along the Santa Clara River under the direction of a lead biologist. ▪ City of Malibu – Contract Assistant Biologist, Los Angeles, CA (2019-2021) Ms. McCammon was the acting assistant to the Biologist for the City of Malibu conducting on-site inspections, reviewing permit applications, and attending ERB meetings She was completing approximately 20 reviews per month with oversight by the Biologist. Ms. McCammon also answered questions over email to applicants.

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▪ Biological Assessment, Tree Report, HMMP – RCD (April 2021) Subcontracted to the Resource Conservation District to write a biological assessment with habitat mapping, a native tree report, and a Habitat Mitigation and Monitoring Plan for the Topanga Elementary School in Topanga, CA. ▪ Multi-Use Trail and Bridge Project – City of Santa Clarita (Aug – Oct 2020) Conducted a biological assessment including a plant inventory and jurisdictional delineation for a multi-use trail and bridge construction project. ▪ Jurisdictional Delineations – Various Private Residents (2019 - present) Prepare detailed jurisdictional delineation reports for various clients within LA County.
▪ Biological Assessment and CAGN Surveys – Private Client (Aug ‘20 – March ‘21) Conducted a biological assessment and protocol-level coastal California gnatcatcher surveys for a private client in the Santa Clarita area. ▪ Vasquez Biological Assessment – Watershed Council Authority (May – Oct 2020) Sub-contracted for Cooper Ecological, Inc performing bird, vegetation, and camera trapping surveys on an acquired parcel in the San Gabriel foothills. ▪ Restoration Plans – Various Private Residents (2018 - present) Prepare detailed habitat restoration plans for various clients within LA County meeting all requirements including SMM plant species, irrigation, a monitoring plan, etc.
▪ City of Malibu and County of Los Angeles Biological Assessment – Various Private Residents (Jan 2018-2021)
Complete all aspects of biological assessments and biological inventories per City of Malibu or County of Los Angeles requirements for various clients with ESHA/SEA, jurisdictional waters, and protected trees on site. ▪ Las Virgenes Creek Restoration Project – Calabasas, CA (Dec 2018/Jan 2019) Approved by the FWS to monitor for California Red-legged Frog during a creek restoration project during the breeding season.
▪ Pacific Flyway Shorebird Survey – Sacramento, CA (Oct 2018 – Jan 2020) Project coordination and volunteer management for the 2018 season for Audubon California.
▪ Soto Bridge Bat and Bird Survey – Los Angeles, CA (August 2018) Conducted bat roosting daytime and nighttime survey to determine if certain species were present on site and any mitigation measures that were required. ▪ Puente Hills Habitat Authority Camera Project - Whittier, CA (Jan - July 2018) Wildlife camera trap project comparing results from a similar 2013 camera trap project. Data informed Puente Hills Habitat Authority management decisions. ▪ On-call Biologist for Puente Hills Habitat Authority - Whittier, CA (Spring 2018) Biological monitoring and nesting bird surveys on request. ▪ San Dimas Bat Survey – San Dimas, CA (May 2018)
Conducted bat roosting daytime and nighttime survey to determine if certain species were present on site and any mitigation measures that were required. ▪ LA County Dept. of Beaches & Harbors – Nicholas Canyon County Beach, Malibu, CA (November 2017)
Approximately 30 hours of snowy plover monitoring during a beach bridge demolition and haul away.

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▪ Rincon – perform various habitat assessment, compliance monitoring, and construction monitoring for various clients including SoCal Gas and Kiewit.

Authored burrowing owl, nesting bird, and MSHCP reports. ▪ VCS Environmental – perform Burrowing Owl habitat assessment and focused surveys in Riverside County (2017).
▪ Hollywood Bowl, Mammal Survey at Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles, CA (2015) Ms. McCammon completed a mammal survey for the Hollywood Bowl utilizing camera traps placed on the property. She was involved in all aspects including budget costs, maintaining data and equipment, and writing a final report. The survey found coyote, bobcat, and mule deer use of the site on a frequent basis. ▪ Southern California Edison – Santa Ana River, Bishop Creek, and Mill Creek Hydroelectric Project, Southern California, (2013 – 2015) Vegetation surveys in Eastern Sierra riparian and riverine habitat focusing on plant type, plant coverage, and tree identification/coverage. ▪ Southern California Edison – Ayersman Line Construction Monitoring, Santa Barbara, CA (2016)
Perform pre-construction surveys for sensitive and non-sensitive flora and fauna as well as perform construction monitoring during an electrical line replacement project on National Forest Service land.
▪ Playa Vista Foundation – Ballona Freshwater Marsh and Ballona Corridor Nesting Bird and LBVI Survey – Los Angeles, CA (2017)
Perform weekly nesting bird surveys in riparian habitat focusing on LBVI presence and nesting.
▪ EcoKai Environmental – Ventura State Beach Boat Salvage and Snowy Plover monitoring – Ventura, CA (2016)
Perform pre-construction monitoring on sensitive and non-sensitive avian species at Ventura State Beach. Perform construction monitoring during the boat salvage activities.
▪ E Read and Associates – Joshua Tree survey, Palmdale, CA (2014) Perform a Joshua Tree survey on a future mining operation site in Palmdale focusing on tree health, height, and coverage for potential preservation efforts. ▪ CalTrans – Coal Canyon Wildlife Undercrossing Monitoring and Restoration Project, Chino Hills, CA (2016 - 2017)
Co-managed all aspects of the project including preparing a project proposal and budget, purchasing all equipment, and maintaining the database. Attended collaboration meeting with CalTrans, CDFW, and CA State Parks to discuss project. Installed seven remote cameras to monitor wildlife utilizing the undercrossing to assess effectiveness of various restoration techniques. ▪ Private Resident – LA City Council Motion #14-0518 wildlife corridor monitoring, Beverly Hills, CA (2015 – 2017)
In accordance with the LA City Council, several remote cameras were installed at two different houses in the City of Los Angeles to identify whether an active wildlife corridor was present on site.
▪ City of San Clemente – Shorecliffs Golf Course Nesting Bird Survey and SAA compliance monitoring, San Clemente, CA (2017)
Perform weekly nesting bird surveys for common bird species. Perform construction monitoring to ensure accordance with SAA. Update the nest monitoring log and send to CDFW on a weekly basis.

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• Irvine Ranch Conservancy – Wildlife Camera Program, Orange County, CA (2015 – 2017)
Manage the camera trap program for OC Parks, City of Irvine, and City of Newport Beach. Perform regular data analysis for presentations to agency staff.

RESEARCH PROJECT EXPERIENCE
MESOPREDATOR USE AND MOVEMENT STUDY - MASTER’S THESIS
A two-year graduate research project analyzing native and non-native mesopredator use and movement patterns at an urban nature preserve in the Los Angeles region.

In this study Mrs. Aiken:
▪ Communicated and coordinated with key stakeholders such as the City of L.A., The Bay Foundation, Heal the Bay, Palos Verdes Land Conservancy, and L.A.

County Dept. of Beaches and Harbors.
▪ Managed a large and complex data set and utilized GIS for the analysis and presentation of animal movement.
▪ Presented project results at six conferences including a Master’s Thesis Defense at LMU.

EXPERIENCE

RYAN KINZEL

CITY OF LA RECREATION & PARKS
Jr. Urban Ecologist (contract position)
(February 2024 - Present)
Provided expertise for the protection and enhancement of biological resources in Griffith Park and other regional parks.

Conducted nesting bird surveys ensuring compliance with CDFW regulations.

Wrote technical reports and monitored impactful City activities in ecologically sensitive habitats.

Supported citywide invasive plant mapping to inform habitat restoration efforts.

Organized and led volunteer events, including habitat restoration, BioBlitzes, and nature hikes.

Helped train City arborists and filming monitors on nesting bird identification.

Represented the Department at public events, including tabling at various City events and guiding Mayor Karen Bass on an Earth Day tour.

CITY OF LA SANITATION & ENVIRONMENT
Green & Brown Infrastructure Fellow
(August 2022 - September 2023)
Improved my understanding of LA's biodiversity, staying updated on news and policies.

Provided edits and expertise to City documents, including the LA Biodiversity Guidelines and the City Invasive Weed Index.

Designed and developed outreach materials, including an Urban Nature Guide, in collaboration with various site managers.

Organized and led habitat restoration events in the Sepulveda Basin.

Created and presented materials, such as iNaturalist training, to City staff, students, and community members.

Supported City Healthy Soil initiatives through potential composting site assessments.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN CONSERVATION CORPS
Crew Leader
(May 2022 - August 2022)
Led and managed teams in completing conservation projects in remote areas of Colorado.

Developed leadership and team management skills.

Oversaw trail maintenance, erosion control, invasive removal, and habitat restoration projects.

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA NATURAL RESERVE SYSTEM
Student Ecology Apprenticeship
(March 2022 - May 2022)
Improved my research and analysis skills with field ecology at multiple UC Natural Reserves, spanning a variety of ecosystems.

Published a research paper on the relationship between Woodrats and Cholla, utilizing statistical analysis software, such as JMP, for data interpretation.

Gained hands-on experience in field surveys and plant species identification.

SELVA ECOGARDENS
Native Plant Landscaper
(June 2021 - March 2022)
Installed native Southern California plants, emphasizing biodiversity and drought-friendly landscapes.

Honed native plant identification skills.

CITY OF LA SANITATION & ENVIRONMENT
UCLA Student Consultant
(January 2022 - March 2022)
Collaborated with LASAN to provide specialized biodiversity promotion consulting.

Developed an informative LA indicator species booklet for public use.

Conducted community outreach initiatives to raise awareness of indicator species and upcoming BioBlitz events.

Analyzed GIS maps and iNaturalist data to understand indicator species distribution.

Applied habitat suitability models to identify key characteristics for species presence, informing recommendations for future research locations.

SKILLS
Ecological Compliance: Experience monitoring projects for compliance with City, State, and Federal regulations.

Public Outreach and Education: Developed and presented educational materials and programs on biodiversity and ecology.

Technical Reporting and Analysis: Wrote technical reports, conducted biological monitoring, and provided edits and expertise to key City documents.

Volunteer Coordination and Event Leadership: Organized and led volunteer events, including BioBlitzes, trash cleanups, and nature hikes.

Field Ecology and Research: Conducted field surveys, plant species identification, and ecological research.

Project and Team Management: Led conservation project teams in remote locations, overseeing trail maintenance, erosion control, and habitat restoration.

EDUCATION UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, LOS ANGELES
Bachelor of Science, Biology
2018 - 2022
CONTACT [email protected]
(559) 930-2961
1117 Waterloo St.

Los Angeles, CA 90026
Fee Schedule
CJ Biomonitoring, LLC
347 Argonne Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90814
$330
$330
$1,324
$248
$330
$662
$662
$495
$200
$175
$165
Response to Request for Proposal
For Biological Consulting Services
October 25, 2024
19008 N 46th Avenue, Glendale, Arizona 85308 Ph 805.377.6590 October 25, 2024
Patricia Salazar, Development and Operations Manager
City of Malibu
23825 Stuart Ranch Road
Malibu, CA 90265
SUBJECT: Response to Request for Biological Consulting Services Dear Ms. Salazar:

Compliance Biology, Inc. appreciates the opportunity to respond to the City of Malibu’s request for proposal for Biological Consulting Services and to once again provide the City with biological services. Dave Crawford of Compliance Biology previously assisted the City of Malibu with biological services for 20 years.

The attached pages provide our understanding of the required services and the associated payments for each. Compliance Biology understands that all contents of this proposal are firm and binding for a period of 90 days. The following is our contact information:

Dave Crawford
Compliance Biology, Inc.
19008 N 46th Avenue
Glendale, Arizona 85308
Cell phone: 805-377-6590
Email: [email protected]
Compliance Biology confirms, under penalty of perjury, that they comply with the nondiscrimination requirements of the State and Federal Governments.

Sincerely,
Dave Crawford
President and Principal Biologist
Compliance Biology, Inc.

Understanding of the Scope of Work
Serving as the Malibu City Biologist from October 2000 to July 2020, Mr. Crawford has a unique understanding of the Scope of Work of the position. It is understood some elements of the position requirements may have changed a bit over the past few years, but Mr. Crawford is able to quickly learn the new methods. The following provides our understanding of the City’s Scope of Work:

A. David Crawford is the assigned Principal Biologist (City Biologist) and he has selected Dr. Jon Feenstra as his assistant. Mr. Crawford will be the primary contact for all communications with the City.

B. It is understood any questions from City staff and members of the public will be responded to within one (1) business day.

C. Mr. Crawford, with assistance (as needed) by Dr. Feenstra will review and evaluate biological assessment reports, native tree protection plans, and all other related reviews. Reviews shall be performed concerning the requirements of the City’s Local Coastal Program, Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision Ordinance, and the Malibu General Plan; and provide City staff with specific recommendations regarding the acceptability of such reports/plans and provide detailed review comments to bring the report/plans in compliance with City requirements. It is understood there is an average of 38 reviews per month D. It is understood the City utilizes Bluebeam Studios review software to mark up plans with corrections as needed. Though not currently familiar with this software, Mr. Crawford will be able to learn it quickly.

E. Final site inspections will be conducted per the request of City staff or applicants and conduct field observations and provide recommendations as requested by City staff. It is understood there is an average of 4-8 inspections required each month.

F. It is understood the City Biologist will track conditions of compliance, such as, but not limited to, post-approval habitat restoration and monitoring and native tree protection monitoring.

G. The City Biologist will conduct reviews, including, but not limited to, plan revisions, biology assessments, and native tree protections plans. These reviews are to be completed within 10 days of their submittal. Final inspections will be completed within one week of the request.

H. The City Biologist will hold routine office hours in person at City Hall; typically, on Tuesdays from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. This time is utilized for appointments with applicants, meetings with staff, and review of project applications.

I. As needed, the City Biologist will attend and participate in local and regional meetings on behalf of the City, including locations other than the Consultant’s office and Malibu City Hall.

J. The City Biologist will provide training for City staff as requested by the Planning Director.

K. The City Biologist will make presentations to City Council, the public, and other agencies as requested by the Planning Director.

L. It is understood that the City Biologist may be requested by the Planning Director to attend Planning Commission and City Council meetings.

M. As needed, the City Biologist will review biological sections of any Environmental Impact Reports and initial studies for adequacy/completeness and propose mitigation measures and monitoring programs for compliance with goals, objectives and policies of the Local Coastal Program and Malibu General Plan and best management practices.

N. As appropriate, the City Biologist will recommend modifications to the City’s guidelines and codes to maintain conformance with the latest State regulations, laws and acceptable biological practices.

O. It is understood the City Biologist may need to attend court appearances, provide expert witness testimony, and conduct legal research at the request of the City.

P. The City Biologist will chair the Environmental Review Board meetings, typically held once per month, at the request of the Planning Director.

Q. The City Biologist will maintain detailed accounting of fees including fixed fees and time and material fees, and issue fee balance statements to applicants.

R. The City Biologist will perform project management duties including the maintenance of the development database, and tracking of deadlines, application submittal requirements, and workload.

1. Organization, Credentials, and Experience
A. Compliance Biology, Inc. has been in business since 2001. The company is owned and operated by Mr. David Crawford. Since its inception, Compliance Biology has provided myriad of biological services from special-status plant and wildlife survey, biological assessments, the development and review of the biological sections in CEQA documents, construction monitoring and environmental compliance, and governmental services. Governmental Services to date have included serving as the Malibu City Biologist for 20 years, as well as providing as-needed biological surveys and project construction monitoring for the City of Santa Clarita.

B. David Crawford is the key person at Compliance Biology that, if selected, would fill the position of City Biologist. Mr. Crawford has selected Dr. Jon Feenstra as an assistant and is available as needed by Mr. Crawford and/or at the request of City Staff. Resumes of both Mr.

Crawford and Dr. Feenstra are attached.

C. The following provides three professional references for David Crawford:

Mr. Dan Duncan Mr. Sam Rojas
Contract Environmental Specialist Environmental Coordinator City of Santa Clarita Five Point (Newhall Land)
[email protected] [email protected]
(661) 255-4348 (661) 255-4283

Ms. Patricia Salazar Additional references for
Development and Operations Manager Mr. Crawford are available upon request City of Malibu
[email protected]
(310) 456-2489

2. Professional Services Agreement
Compliance Biology is familiar with and will comply with all terms and conditions of the City’s standard Professional Services Agreement.

3. Compliance
Compliance Biology, Inc. and each of its subcontractors shall comply with the California Labor Code pursuant to said regulations entitled: Federal Labor Standards provisions; Federal Prevailing Wage Decision; State of California Prevailing Wage Rates, and the City of Malibu’s Minimum Wage Ordinance respectively.

4. Litigation
Compliance Biology, Inc. is not and has not been involved in any litigation resulting from professional services rendered over the past five years.

5. Fees
The fixed fees services for application reviews; and professional rate proposal are available under separate cover. The professional rate proposal includes hourly rates for all personnel and identifies the hours and costs per task.

Certificates of Insurance for Professional Liability, General Liability and Automobile shall be submitted if Compliance Biology is selected.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions regarding the proposal information and I look forward to speaking with you directly.

Attachment A
Resumes of Key Personnel
Dave Crawford
President/Principal Biologist
Compliance Biology, Inc.

Mr. Crawford has over 29 years of experience in biology, environmental planning, and project management and is the President and Principal Biologist for Compliance Biology. His responsibilities include project scoping, scheduling, budget supervision and control, subconsultant coordination and client communication. He has directed, managed, and prepared biological resource sections for environmental impact reports, mitigation monitoring plans, special-status species focused surveys, biological resource assessments, biological constraints analyses, construction monitoring and habitat restoration plans for private and public sector clients throughout Southern California.

Mr. Crawford has a working understanding of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

He has participated in the development of more than 25 Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs) within Southern California, including residential, commercial, and industrial developments. In addition, he has substantial experience in processing of coastal development projects with the California coastal zone and has served as the City of Malibu Biologist for over 18 years.

Mr. Crawford has broad knowledge of both state and federal Endangered Species Acts, and state and federal regulations involving biological resources and has held a Section 10(a)(1)(A) Endangered Species Recovery Permit to survey for California gnatcatcher (Polioptila californica), tidewater goby (Eucyclogobius newberryi), and unarmored threespine stickleback (Gasterosteus aculeatus williamsoni), and has been authorized by the US Fish and Wildlife Service to survey for least Bell’s vireo (Vireo bellii pusillus), arroyo toad (Anaxyrus californicus), and California red-legged frog (Rana draytonii). His biological expertise includes knowledge of biological and ecological relationships, with particular emphasis on habitat impact analysis and special-status wildlife species.

Representative Professional Experience
Governmental Services
x Mr. Crawford aids City and County governments with projects involving environmental document review, advises on major biological issues, and provides field services such as biological studies and construction monitoring. In this capacity he has served as the City Biologist for the City of Malibu for 20 years. Duties included regular correspondence with the public and local officials, review of Planning permit applications to ensure compliance with City and Coastal Zone regulations, review of biology sections in EIRs, Chair of the Environmental Review Board, and interpretation and implementation of the Malibu Local Coastal Program as certified by the California Coastal Commission. Mr. Crawford also provides regular services to the City of Santa Clarita including peer review of environmental documents, biological studies, construction monitoring, habitat restoration, and mitigation monitoring.
x Management of biological regulatory compliance for the City of Santa Clarita Vista Canyon Bridge and Road Improvement Project. Mr. Crawford developed the environmental training program for all personnel working in the river and managed the on-site monitoring for the duration of the project.
x Management of biological regulatory compliance for the City of Santa Clarita McBean Boulevard Bridge and Newhall Ranch Road Bridge widening projects. Mr. Crawford developed the environmental training program for all personnel working in the river and managed the on-site monitoring for the duration of the project. x Management of biological regulatory compliance for the City of Santa Clarita Cross Valley Connector Bridge. This 16-month, $26 million project included the construction of two parallel two-lane bridges across the Santa Clara River. Mr. Crawford managed and conducted the preconstruction biology surveys and the required biological monitoring for the duration of the project.
x Management of biological regulatory compliance for the City of Santa Clarita Cross Canyon Country Community Center. Tasks include pre-activity surveys and construction monitoring.

Additional Public and Private Services
x Assists Metropolitan Water District of Los Angeles with surveys and habitat evaluation for unarmored threespine stickleback in association with their future Foothill Feeder shutdown and maintenance programs.
x Provides quarterly monitoring for Metropolitan Water District of Los Angeles’ quarterly Foothill Feeder valve maintenance program.
x Management and implementation of the Five Point Newhall Ranch development project environmental compliance. Tasks for this project include numerous pre-activity surveys and on-going construction monitoring for a 30,000 acre project that will include over 21,000 homes, commercial development, and associated infrastructure.
x Management of biological regulatory compliance for the Newhall Land sewage line installation beneath the Commerce Center Drive Bridge over Castaic Creek. Mr. Crawford conducted the pre-construction biological surveys and conducted and managed the required biological monitoring for the duration of the project. Daily monitoring logs were kept and a final report discussing all activities was prepared for submittal to all permitting agencies. x Management and implementation of environmental compliance for the seasonal removal and installation of six temporary river crossings for the Newhall Land Agricultural Department.

Conducted pre-construction surveys for special-status fish, amphibian and avian species and supervised activities occurring in the river.
x Management and implementation of annual riparian bird surveys for Newhall Land in conformance with conditions set forth in the Natural River Management Plan (NRMP).

Implementation consists of 20-25 individual surveys throughout most of the NRMP reach.

Upon completion of surveys, a detailed report is prepared and delivered to Newhall Land for submittal to all permitting agencies.
x Management of biological regulatory compliance for the District 32 Main Relief Trunk Sewer Phase II extension including micro-tunneling under the Santa Clara River. Tasks included daily monitoring of aquatic and avian special-status species during the five-month project. x Management of biological regulatory compliance for the 19-year oil well site remediation on Newhall Ranch for Anadarko Petroleum. Mr. Crawford managed pre-activity surveys, biological monitoring, and habitat restoration for the remediation of abandoned oil well and sump sites located on Newhall Ranch in Los Angeles County for Kerr-McGee and Anadarko Petroleum.
x Performed eight years of focused surveys and habitat evaluation for the arroyo toad on portions of the Santa Clara River and its major tributaries in the Santa Clarita area, Los Angeles County. Tasks included focused presence/absence surveys for arroyo toad following US Fish and Wildlife Service recommended protocol survey guidelines within the survey reach and known occupied areas in the region. Additionally, a comprehensive habitat analysis was conducted throughout the study reach including upland habitats extending approximately 500 meters outward from the stream channels surveyed. Surveys also included identification of special-status aquatic reptiles and habitat evaluation for California red-legged frog.

Additionally, language from the final reports was incorporated into the Biological Opinion drafted by USFWS for the area.
x Performed numerous focused surveys for the California gnatcatcher in Ventura, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Orange Counties. Tasks included focused presence/absence surveys and reporting following US Fish and Wildlife Service recommended survey protocol guidelines.
x Performed burrowing owl surveys and implemented exclusion mitigation plans for numerous projects in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Riverside Counties, California. Tasks included walkover surveys to determine presence/absence of burrowing owls and to identify potential owl burrows. Several surveys resulted in implementation of passive relocation programs. x Conducted dozens of focused surveys for western spadefoot toad in Ventura and Los Angeles Counties resulting in the documentation of multiple previously unknown populations. Mr.

Crawford has also been responsible for housing numerous spadefoot tadpoles, juveniles, and adults in preparation for relocation under the direction of CDFW. x Performed construction monitoring for southern steelhead and other special-status fish species for an US Army Corp of Engineers project in lower Santa Paula Creek. Tasks included monitoring of construction activities within designated boundaries and relocation of stranded fishes from stream diversion activities.
x Performed pit-fall trapping for special-status reptiles on approximately 500 acres of various upland habitats for two projects in Los Angeles County. Tasks included designing and supervision of installation of pit-fall trap arrays and several weeks of trapping and relocation of western whiptails and horned lizards.

Professional History
x Compliance Biology, Inc. – Owner/Principal Biologist; May 2001 to present. x Impact Sciences, Inc. – Managing Principal, Biological Services; September 2012 through March 2017.
x Impact Sciences, Inc. - Senior Biologist; May 1995 through May 2002 x Cal Poly Foundation; San Luis Obispo
x Wildlife Technician; US Army Corps of Engineers, LCTA Program; December 1994 – May 1995
x Wildlife Technician; Kit Fox Recovery Program; June 1994 – October 1994 x Manager Alba Plastics, Sydney, NSW Australia May 1987-April 1989 x Hull Maintenance Technician, First Class Petty Officer; US Navy April 1977-October 1986 Certifications
x Certificate; Leadership and Management Training Program; 2002 x Previous Federal Section 10(a)(1)(A) Endangered Species Recovery Permit for Unarmored Threespine Stickleback (Gasterosteus aculeatus williamsoni), Tidewater Goby (Eucyclogobius newberryi), and California gnatcatcher (Polioptila californica). Permit #TE-821229-8 x USFWS Authorized surveyor for Arroyo Toad (Bufo californicus), Least Bell’s Vireo (Vireo bellii pusillus), and California Red-legged Frog (Rana aurora draytoni). x Certification, Desert Tortoise: handling, burrow construction, and egg handling techniques.

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service approved workshop and training session. x Certification, Advanced Open Water Diver, PADI
Jonathan S. Feenstra Ph.D.
345 E. Altadena Drive Mobile: 626-319-4723
Altadena, CA 91001
[email protected]
Education:

Ph.D., May 2006 California Institute of Technology, Department of Chemistry.

B. A., June 2000 Rutgers College, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ Summa cum laude. Major: Chemistry. Minor: Biological Sciences Employment:
2024 Woodstar Biological LLC (as principal biologist)
Mission Village/Lion Canyon Grading Project. FivePoint/Compliance Biology: Lead biologist managing monitoring, regular compliance sweeps development project at the Newhall Ranch in Santa Clarita, Los Angeles.

Surveyor and principal biologist managing surveying team, LBV, WIFL.

Santa Clara River, Los Angeles and Ventura Counties.

USFWS/WVFZ least Bell’s Vireo points in Santa Clara River: Principal biologist and surveyor for Newhall Ranch segment of the river.

Compliance Biology Inc. for Occidental Petroleum.

Surveying biologist for San Fernando Valley Spineflower at grading and excavating sites of oil field cleanup in Santa Clarita/Newhall Ranch.

Compliance Biology Inc.

Surveying biologist for rare plants.

Ruth Villalobos and Associates Inc.

Surveying biologist: LBV, WIFL, YBCU. Chino Creek, Prado Basin San Bernardino County for City of Chino.

University of Colorado, Center for Environmental Management of Miliatry Lands Surveyor and consulting biologist, Tricolored Blackbird. Edwards Air Force Base.

WINGS Birding Tours – Senior Leader: Ecuador, Texas
2023 Woodstar Biological LLC (as principal biologist)
Mission Village Grading Project. FivePoint/Compliance Biology: Lead biologist managing regular compliance sweeps of grading and development project at the Newhall Ranch in Santa Clarita, Los Angeles.

USFWS/WVFZ least Bell’s Vireo points in Santa Clara River: Principal biologist and surveyor for Newhall Ranch segment of the river.

Compliance Biology Inc. for Occidental Petroleum.

Surveying biologist for San Fernando Valley Spineflower at grading and excavating sites of oil field cleanup in Santa Clarita/Newhall Ranch.

Kidd Biological Inc.

Southern California Edison Mesa Substation, lead monitor: conducting nesting bird surveys, overseeing monitoring personnel, coordinating with construction personnel.

MountainView Biological Consulting
Los Angeles County Department of Public Works, Least Bell’s Vireo and Southwestern Willow Flycatcher surveys of soft-bottom flood control channels: Santa Clara River at Lost Boys Bridge (Santa Clarita, Los Angeles County) and Victoria Avenue (Oxnard, Ventura County).

SWCA
Biological parcel assessment (trees, rare plants, drainage, biological compendia): residential parcels in Decker Canyon and Saddle Peak, Malibu, Los Angeles County
Psomas Inc.

Surveyor, Crotch’s Bumblebee. 7.7 acre project site, Simi Valley, Ventura County.

Surveyor, Burrowing Owls. The Bluffs at Hidden Springs, Wildomar, Riverside County.

WINGS Birding Tours – Senior Leader: Ecuador, Texas
2022 Woodstar Biological LLC (as principal biologist)
Mission Village Grading Project. FivePoint/Compliance Biology: Lead biologist managing construction monitoring personnel for vegetation removal, nesting bird monitoring, wildlife surveys and relocation, and grading of a tract of the Newhall Ranch in Santa Clarita, Los Angeles.

RMDP and NRMP Riparian Birds inventory. FivePoint/Compliance Biology: Project manager and lead surveying biologist for southwestern Willow Flycatcher and Bell’s Vireo surveys of the Santa Clara River in Santa Clarita, Los Angeles and Ventura Counties.

Kidd Biological Inc.

Southern California Edison Mesa Substation, lead monitor: conducting nesting bird surveys, overseeing monitoring personnel, coordinating with construction personnel.

Psomas
Los Angeles County Department of Public Works, Yellow-billed Cuckoo surveys of soft-bottom flood control channels.

Ruth Villalobos and Associates, Inc.

Los Angeles County Department of Public Works, Least Bell’s Vireo and Southwestern Willow Flycatcher surveys of soft-bottom flood control channels: McGrath State Beach, Malibu Canyon, Haskell Creek WINGS Birding Tours – Senior Leader: Ecuador
2021 Woodstar Biological LLC (as principal biologist)
Mission Village Grading Project. FivePoint/Compliance Biology: Lead biologist managing construction monitoring personnel for vegetation removal, nesting bird monitoring, wildlife and plant surveys, and species relocation (see list of sensitive species below), and grading of the Newhall Ranch in Santa Clarita, Los Angeles.

Kidd Biological Inc.

Southern California Edison Mesa Substation, lead monitor: conducting nesting bird surveys, overseeing monitoring personnel, coordinating with construction personnel.

Psomas
Orange County Public Works, nesting bird surveys for Alton Parkway Off-Site Mitgation Area.

WINGS Birding Tours – Senior Leader: Ecuador
2020 Woodstar Biological LLC (as principal biologist)
Mission Village Grading Project. FivePoint/Compliance Biology: Lead biologist managing construction monitoring personnel for vegetation removal, nesting bird monitoring, wildlife and plant surveys, and species relocation (see list of sensitive species below), and grading of the Newhall Ranch in Santa Clarita, Los Angeles.

Endangered Species Act Compliance-Candidate Species Tricolored Blackbird at Edwards Air Force Base: Project manager and lead field person for bird surveys and monitoring of Tricolored Blackbird breeding colony at Branch Pond, Edwards Air Force Base. Cooperative agreement partnership with University of Alaska, Anchorage.

Psomas
Los Angeles County Department of Public Works, clearance surveys for vegetation removal in flood control channels.

Kidd Biological Inc.

Southern California Edison Mesa Substation, lead monitor: conducting nesting bird surveys, overseeing monitoring personnel, coordinating with construction personnel.

WINGS Birding Tours – Senior Leader: Ecuador
2019 Woodstar Biological LLC (as principal biologist)
Mission Village Grading Project. FivePoint/Compliance Biology: Lead biologist managing construction monitoring personnel for vegetation removal, nesting bird monitoring, wildlife and plant surveys, and species relocation (see list of sensitive species below), and grading of the Newhall Ranch in Santa Clarita, Los Angeles.

Entrada South Project. FivePoint/Compliance Biology: Project manager and lead surveying biologist for coastal California Gnatcatcher on tract of Newhall Ranch, Santa Clarita, Los Angeles County.

Legacy Village development project. FivePoint/Compliance Biology:

Project manager and lead surveying biologist for coastal California Gnatcatcher on Newhall Ranch, Santa Clarita, Los Angeles County.

WINGS Birding Tours – Senior Leader: Ecuador, Texas
2018 Woodstar Biological LLC (as principal biologist)
Mission Village Grading Project. FivePoint/Compliance Biology: Lead biologist managing construction monitoring personnel for vegetation removal, nesting bird monitoring, wildlife and plant surveys, and species relocation (see list of sensitive species below), and grading of the Newhall Ranch in Santa Clarita, Los Angeles.

RMDP and NRMP Riparian Birds inventory. FivePoint/Compliance Biology: Yellow-billed Cuckoo, southwestern Willow Flycatcher and Bell’s Vireo surveys of the Santa Clara River in Santa Clarita, Los Angeles and Ventura Counties.

WINGS Birding Tours – Senior Leader: Ecuador
2017 Woodstar Biological LLC (as principal biologist)
Sensitive Avian Species Inventory. Edwards Air Force Base: Project manager and lead field person for bird surveys and monitoring (including Snowy Plover, southwestern Willow Flycatcher, least Bell’s Vireo, Tricolored Blackbird) at various wetland sites.

Mission Village Grading Project. FivePoint/Compliance Biology: Lead biologist managing construction monitoring personnel for vegetation removal, nesting bird monitoring, wildlife and plant surveys, and species relocation (see list of sensitive species below), and grading of the Newhall Ranch in Santa Clarita, Los Angeles.

Bonterra-Psomas
Tehachapi Renewable Transmission Project. SCE: Construction monitor (noise level monitoring in least Bell’s Vireo habitat), Chino Hills, San Bernardino County.

California City Correction Facility Expansion: Burrowing Owl transect surveys.

LA Department of Public Works: Monitoring of vegetation removal from soft-bottom channels. Wilmington, Los Angeles County.

Alphabiota Environmental Consulting LLC
Needham Ranch: Non-breeding season California Gnatcatcher monitoring adjacent to vegetation removal/grading development.

Antelope Valley Conservancy
Tricolored Blackbird surveys and nesting colony monitoring in the west Antelope Valley, Los Angeles County.

WINGS Birding Tours – Senior Leader: Ecuador
2016 Woodstar Biological LLC (as principal biologist)
Sensitive Avian Species Inventory. Edwards Air Force Base: Project manager and lead field person for bird surveys and monitoring (including Snowy Plover, southwestern Willow Flycatcher, least Bell’s Vireo, Tricolored Blackbird) at various wetland sites.

Tricolored Blackbird Prey Availability. Edwards Air Force Base: Project manager and lead field person for Tricolored Blackbird breeding colony monitoring and invertebrate sampling of foraging territory.

Impact Sciences/Vista Canyon Ranch: Managed construction monitoring personnel for vegetation removal and grading in Santa Clarita, Los Angeles.

Bonterra-Psomas
SCE/TRTP: Construction monitor (noise level monitoring in least Bell’s Vireo habitat)
Kidd Biological Inc.

SCE/Riverside Transmission Reliability Project: Protocol presence/absence surveys for southwestern Willow Flycatcher, Santa Ana River, Norco, Riverside County.

WINGS Birding Tours – Senior Leader: Ecuador
2015 Woodstar Biological LLC (as principal biologist)
Sensitive Avian Species Inventory. Edwards Air Force Base: Project manager and lead field person for bird surveys and monitoring (including Snowy Plover, southwestern Willow Flycatcher, least Bell’s Vireo, Tricolored Blackbird) at various wetland sites.

Impact Sciences/Vista Canyon Ranch: Managed construction monitoring personnel for vegetation removal and grading in Santa Clarita, Los Angeles.

Bonterra-Psomas
Tehachapi Renewable Transmission Project. SCE: Nesting Bird Lead Biologist (managed a nest surveying/monitoring team, consulted on impact avoidance relating to construction and maintenance of an electrical transmission line through the Antelope Valley and San Gabriel Mountains). Surveying biologist (Least Bell’s Vireo/Southwest Willow Flycatcher) on the San Gabriel River. Surveying biologist (Spotted Owls) in the San Gabriel Mtns. Construction monitor (noise level monitoring in least Bell’s Vireo territories).

Santa Margarita Water District wastewater treatment plant expansion:

Monitoring vegetation removal in coastal California Gnatcatcher habitat.

Centennial housing development project: Tricolored Blackbird surveys and consulting.

WINGS Birding Tours – Senior Leader: Ecuador
2014 Bonterra-Psomas
Tehachapi Renewable Transmission Project. SCE: Nesting Bird Lead Biologist (managed a nest surveying/monitoring team, consulted on impact avoidance relating to construction and maintenance of an electrical transmission line through the Antelope Valley and San Gabriel Mountains). Surveying biologist (Least Bell’s Vireo/Southwest Willow Flycatcher) on the San Gabriel River. Surveying biologist (Spotted Owls) in the San Gabriel Mtns. Construction monitor (noise level monitoring in least Bell’s Vireo territories, helicopter monitoring in California Condor habitat, and general monitoring in California Gnatcatcher habitat).

White Company Solar: Surveying biologist (Swainson’s Hawk) in the western Antelope Valley.

Lorenzo and Drury LLP – Vega Solar: DEIR document review WINGS Birding Tours – Senior Leader: Ecuador
2013 Bonterra
Tehachapi Renewable Transmission Project. SCE: Nesting Bird Lead Biologist (managed a nest surveying/monitoring team, consulted on impact avoidance relating to construction and maintenance of an electrical transmission line through the Antelope Valley and San Gabriel Mountains). Surveying biologist (Least Bell’s Vireo/Southwest Willow Flycatcher) on the San Gabriel River. Surveying biologist (Spotted Owls) in the San Gabriel Mtns. Construction monitor (noise level monitoring in least Bell’s Vireo territories, helicopter monitoring in California Condor habitat, and general monitoring in California Gnatcatcher habitat).

Scott Cashen – Consulting biologist, document review
WINGS Birding Tours – Senior Leader: Ecuador, Jordan
2012 Bonterra
Tehachapi Renewable Transmission Project. SCE: Nesting Bird Lead Biologist (managed a nest surveying/monitoring team, consulted on impact avoidance relating to construction and maintenance of an electrical transmission line through the Antelope Valley and San Gabriel Mountains). Surveying biologist (Least Bell’s Vireo/Southwest Willow Flycatcher) on the San Gabriel River.

WINGS Birding Tours – Senior Leader: Ecuador, Jordan
2011 Bonterra
Tehachapi Renewable Transmission Project. SCE: Nesting Bird Lead Biologist (managed a nest surveying/monitoring team, consulted on impact avoidance relating to construction and maintenance of an electrical transmission line through the Antelope Valley and San Gabriel Mountains). Surveying biologist (Least Bell’s Vireo/Southwest Willow Flycatcher) on the San Gabriel River. Surveying biologist (Spotted Owls) in the San Gabriel Mtns.

WINGS Birding Tours – Senior Leader: Ecuador, Jordan
2010 Bonterra
Tehachapi Renewable Transmission Project. SCE: Surveying biologist (Spotted Owl) in the San Gabriel Mtns. Surveying biologist (Burrowing Owl) in Palmdale. Construction monitor for geotechnical drilling, access road repairs, and work area staking activities in the San Gabriel Mountains. Listed species habitat assessment in the San Gabriel Mountains.

LSA/Burns McDonnel
Tehachapi Renewable Transmission Project. SCE: Surveying biologist (Swainson’s Hawk) in Tehachapi. Nesting bird surveys in Antelope Valley substation footprints. Construction monitor for substation construction in Tehachapi.

Mallcraft
California School for the deaf expansion. Nesting bird survey on campus in Riverside, CA.

Cooper Ecological
Ballona Creek general bird inventory.

WINGS Birding Tours – Senior Leader: Ecuador
2009 EDAW
Surveying biologist (least Bell’s Vireo & southwestern Willow Flycatcher) in Big Tujunga Canyon of the San Gabriel Mountains.

AMEC
Tehachapi Renewable Transmission Project. SCE: Surveying biologist (Spotted Owl) in the San Gabriel Mtns. Surveying biologist (Swainson’s Hawk) in the Antelope Valley. Surveying biologist (California Gnatcatcher) in Irwindale.

LSA/Burns McDonnel
Tehachapi Renewable Transmission Project. SCE: Nesting bird surveys, monitoring and clearance for construction activities.

Bonterra
Surveying biologist (least Bell’s Vireo & southwestern Willow Flycatcher) in Big Tujunga Canyon of the San Gabriel Mountains.

Nest searching/clearance in Serrano Creek, Orange County.

Ultrasystems
Los Angeles River bird retro-fitting. Monitoring and maintenance of anti-nest netting on bridges of the Los Angeles River and Rio Hondo.

WINGS Birding Tours – Associate Leader: Cape May, NJ
2008 Audubon California – Coordinator, Southern California; Statewide Tricolored Blackbird Census Project, Landowner Stewardship Program EcoSystems Restoration Associates
Imperial Irrigation District water management. Surveying biologist (Lowland Leopard Frogs in the Imperial Valley and along the Colorado River). Crop and sensitive bird species studies in the Imperial Valley.

EDAW

1. Surveying biologist (coastal California Gnatcatcher) in northern Los Angeles County

2. Surveying biologist (least Bell’s Vireo & southwestern Willow Flycatcher) in Big Tujunga Canyon of the San Gabriel Mountains.

AMEC

1. SCE/TRTP Surveying biologist (Spotted Owls) in the San Gabriel Mountains.

2. Surveying biologist (Burrowing Owls) in Riverside.

Cooper Ecological

1. Surveying biologist (coastal California Gnatcatcher) in West Covina.

2. Surveying biologist for a herpetofauna inventory in northeast Los Angeles.

3. Assigning points and conducting bird point counts to study burn regrowth in Griffith Park, Los Angeles.
2007 Audubon California – Important Bird Area Researcher (Southern California) EDAW

1. LA County: Surveying/monitoring for coastal Snowy Plover. Dockweiler State Beach, Los Angeles.

2. Nest location, flagging, and subsequent construction monitoring in San Dimas.

Bonterra Consulting

1. Surveying biologist (southwestern Willow Flycatcher) in Big Bear Lake.

2. Surveying biologist (Least Bell’s Vireo territory flagging) on the lower Santa Ana River.

HELIX Environmental Planning, Inc.: Surveying biologist (sw Willow Flycatcher) in North Lake Elsinore.

EcoSystems Restoration Associates

1. Nest-searching and surveying for Flat-tailed Horned Lizard, Colorado Fringe-toed Lizard, and rare plants along All American Canal between Yuma AZ and Calexico CA

2. Surveying biologist (southwestern Willow Flycatcher) on lower Colorado River and in the Imperial Valley.

Manjunath Venkat: Surveying biologist (coastal California Gnatcatcher) in San Dimas.

US Forest Service

1. Surveying biologist (coastal California Gnatcatcher) in Little Tujunga Canyon of the Angeles National Forest.

2. Surveying biologist (coastal California Gnatcatcher) in Lovell Canyon of the Angeles National Forest.
2006 Cape May Bird Observatory: Substitute coastal migration counter (Avalon Seawatch) Research Experience:
2019 – Principal Investigator. Surveying and monitoring of a Tricolored Blackbird colony on Edwards Air Force Base. Development of management plan for the wetlands that host the colony.

Research project part of cooperative agreement project with University of Alaska, Anchorage.
2015 – 2017 Principal Investigator. Sensitive avian species surveys (wetland and riparian species); invertebrate sampling at Tricolored Blackbird colony sites on Edwards Air Force Base.

Research project funded by DoD: Edwards Air Force Base. 2013 Principal Investigator. Breeding colony surveys of the Tricolored Blackbird (Agelaius tricolor) population in Baja California, Mexico.

Research project primarily funded by USFWS – Sonoran Joint Ventures. 2009 – 2010 Principal Investigator. Monitoring and surveying of the Tricolored Blackbird (Agelaius tricolor) population in Southern California with focus on conservation and recovery.

Independent research project primarily funded by USFWS – Sonoran Joint Ventures. 2007 – 2010 Principal Investigator. Avian monitoring of the Arroyo Seco in Pasadena:

Implications for land use strategies.

Independent research project partly funded by the Pasadena Audubon Society. 2001 – 2006 Graduate Researcher. The structures and dynamics of isolated molecular processes determined by ultrafast electron diffraction.

Advisor: Dr. Ahmed H. Zewail. California Institute of Technology, Pasadena, CA. 1999 – 2000 Undergraduate researcher. A quantum chemical inquiry of the “gauche effect” in 1,2- difluoroethane and related molecules.

Advisor: Dr. Lionel Goodman. Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ. 1998 Undergraduate researcher. Seasonal and tidal dependencies of gull populations on the Raritan River in New Brunswick, New Jersey.

Advisor: Dr. Charles Leck. Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ.

Skills and Training:

Field Skills: Skilled in terrestrial and pelagic bird identification Accustomed to data collection under difficult conditions Experienced leader of terrestrial and pelagic birding field trips Competent in estimating numbers of individual birds in distant moving flocks USFWS 10(a) permit # TE128462-3 for coastal California Gnatcatcher, southwestern Willow Flycatcher, and Yellow-billed Cuckoo California Department of Fish and Wildlife Specific Use Scientific Collecting Permit #S-191330003-19137-001 for Yellow-billed Cuckoo, California Spotted Owl, southwestern Willow Flycatcher, and coastal California Gnatcatcher Relevant species experience (see above projects):

Birds: Yellow-billed Cuckoo, Snowy Plover, Swainson’s Hawk, Burrowing Owl, Spotted Owl, southwestern Willow Flycatcher, least Bell’s Vireo, California Gnatcatcher, Tricolored Blackbird
Mammals: Big-eared woodrat, dusky-footed woodrat, mountain lion Herpetofauna: Western Spadefoot,
Plants: desert mariposa lily, alkali mariposa lily, clubhair (slender) mariposa lily, butterfly mariposa lily, San Fernando Valley spineflower Laboratory Skills: Equipment design and assembly – electron diffractometers, digital detection, vacuum Handling of toxic and/or unstable compounds
Interpretation of optical spectra
Writing of papers for technical and non-technical audiences Teaching experience: Teaching assistant, Introduction to Biophysics, Spring 2001 Teaching assistant, Spectroscopy, Spring 2002
Teaching assistant, Dynamics of the Chemical Bond, Spring 2003 – 2005 Computer Skills: Windows XP, MS Office, Corel Graphics Suite, 3-D design with SolidWorks, extensive programming experience with MS Visual Studio (Visual C++).

Other Information:

Affiliations: Member, California Bird Records Committee, 2016 – 2018, 2022 – present Board of Directors, Los Angeles Birders, 2021 – present Board of Directors, Western Field Ornithologists, 2007 – 2009 Board of Directors, Pasadena Audubon Society, 2003 – 2005 Field Trip Leader, Pasadena Audubon Society, 2002 – present Pelagic Trip Leader, LA & Buena Vista Audubon Societies, Baja Whale Cruises, & Condor Cruises, 2003 – present
Columnist, “Birds of the Season” in Western Tanager, LAAS, 2004 – 2006 Volunteer researcher, Ocean Conservation Society’s LA Dolphin Project Awards: Eagle Scout (1993)
Valedictorian, Kittatinny Regional High School (1996)
Henry Rutgers Scholar, Rutgers University, 1999-2000
Blanche A. Mowrer research fellow, Caltech (2000 – 2001) Invitations: Pasadena Audubon Society Annual Banquet, Keynote speaker (June 2005) University of Copenhagen, Chemical physics lecture (July 2006) Whittier Audubon Society, Pelagic Birds of Southern California (Spring 2007) El Dorado Audubon Society, Pelagic Birds of Southern California (Spring 2007) Pasadena Audubon Society, Tricolored Blackbirds in Southern CA (Spring 2010) El Dorado Audubon Society, Tricolored Blackbirds in Southern CA (Spring 2010) San Fernando Audubon Society, Tricolored Blackbirds in Southern CA (Spring 2010) San Diego Field Ornithologists, Tricolored Blackbirds in Southern CA (Spring 2010) Sea & Sage Audubon Society, Tricolored Blackbirds in Southern CA (Spring 2011) San Bernardino Valley Audubon Society, Birds of Ecuador (Spring 2013) Sea & Sage Audubon Society Annual Banquet, Keynote speaker (Summer 2013) San Diego Field Ornithologists, Birding the Middle East (Spring 2014) Pasadena Audubon Society, Birds of Ecuador (Winter 2015) Los Angeles Audubon Society, Birds of Ecuador (Spring 2015) Los Angeles Birders, Streaky Finches (2021), Yellow-bellied Kingbirds (2021), Seabirds (2022)
Publications:

Environment/Ecology/Birds:

On the edge of extinction: Can the Tricolored Blackbird (Agelaius tricolor) persist in Mexico? Abstract presented at North American Ornithological Conference, Washington D.C. 2016 Los Angeles County Breeding Bird Atlas, assistant contributor. Los Angeles Audubon Society. 2016.

Breeding Survey of Tricolored Blackbird in Baja California Mexico 2013. Report submitted to the US Fish and Wildlife Service. http://tricolored.ice.ucdavis.edu/reports 2013.

Occurrence and identification of the Leach’s Storm-Petrel (Oceanodroma leucorhoa) complex off southern California, North American Birds, 2010, 63 (4), 540-549.

Results of the Southern California Tricolored Blackbird survey 2009. Report submitted to the US Fish and Wildlife Service. http://tricolored.ice.ucdavis.edu/reports 2010.

A Pocket Naturalist Guide: Animals of the Los Angeles River. Waterford Press. 2009.

A First Record of a Myiodynastes Flycatcher for New Jersey. Records of New Jersey Birds, 2007, 33 (4), 70-75.

Technical editor and contributor: Birding Guide to the Greater Pasadena Area. The Pasadena Audubon Society. Pasadena, CA. 2005.

Pelagic Birding in the Southern California Bight: Part II. Western Tanager, 2005, 72 (1), 2-8.

The Big Day. Western Tanager, 2005, 71 (6), 1-4.

Pelagic Birding in the Southern California Bight: Part I. Western Tanager, 2005, 71 (5), 1-5.

The Stillwater Township Environmental Resources Inventory. The Stillwater Township Environmental Commission. Stillwater, NJ. 1998.

Chemistry:

Ultrafast Electron Diffraction: Structural Dynamics of Molecular Rearrangement in the NO Release from Nitrobenzene. Chemistry – An Asian Journal, 2006, 1, 56.

Ultrafast Electron Diffraction: Excited State Structures and Chemistries of Aromatic Carbonyls. J Chem.

Phys., 2006, 124, 174707.

Excited State Molecular Structures and Reactions Directly Determined by Ultrafast Electron Diffraction. J Chem. Phys., 2005, 123, 104.

Dark Structures in Molecular Radiationless Transitions Determined by Ultrafast Diffraction. Science, 2005, 307, 558.

Ultrafast Electron Diffraction: Structural Dynamics of the Elimination Reaction of Acetylacetone. J. Phys.

Chem. A, 2004, 108, 6650.

Direct Determination of Hydrogen-Bonded Structures in Resonant and Tautomeric Reactions Using Ultrafast Electron Diffraction. J. Am. Chem. Soc., 2004, 126, 2266.

Ultrafast electron diffraction of transient cyclopentadienyl radical: A dynamic pseudorotary structure. Chem.

Phys. Lett.., 2002, 353, 325.

Ultrafast Diffraction of Transient Molecular Structures in Radiationless Transitions. J. Phys. Chem. A, 2001, 105, 11159.

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