Multimodal and Infrastructure Improvements: Widen Rancho Vista Blvd. from four to six lanes between Fairway Drive and 10th Street East. Add a Class 2 bike facility, construct Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) comp liant sidewalks, install raised medians , upgrade drainage, lighting, and landscaping.
Utility Improvements: Relocate existing Southern California Edison (SCE) utility poles.
The Project’s final design is 95% complete, but the project was paused due to a lack of funding. With the recent award of RAISE Grant Funding and Federal Earmark , the Project was reinitiated and is moving forward with Southern California Edison (SCE) utility pole relocation , final plan reviews by UPRR and Metrolink , and right-of-way engineering for necessary parcel acquisitions and temporary construction easements.
DISCUSSION
On December 18, 2025, a Request for Proposals (RFP) for right-of-way engineering services was publicly advertised via the PlanetBids electronic platform. The services requested include, but are not limited to, public outreach services, appraisal and valuation coordination, and utility coordination.
On February 19, 2026, the City received four (4) proposals . Consistent with the RFP procurement process, the evaluations prioritized the proposer’s project team experience and qualifications, project understanding, technical approach , and public outreach experience. The table below summarizes the weighted evaluatio n criteria used in this process:
Criteria Available
Points
Expertise, Experience, and Training Plus Prior Contracting History 30 Project Approach 30
Public Understanding 20
Public Engagement 15
Compliance with RFP 5
Total 100
Each evaluator scored the proposals independently, and the firms were ranked as follows:
Rank Vendor Location Proposal Fee
1 Paragon Cypress, CA $623,187.00
2 Epic Land Solutions, Inc. Corona, CA $1,152,834.10
3 Hamner Jewell & Associates San Luis Obispo, CA No Total Fee Report to Mayor and City Council
Re: Approve Agreement No. A-9837 with Paragon Partners Consultants for PN 914 June 2, 2026
4 Engineering Resources of Southern
California, Inc.
Redlands, CA
$1,054,980.60
Paragon’s team has a proven track record in delivering similar grade separation projects.
Their expertise includes extensive coordination with key agencies and familiarity with federal and state right-of-way acquisition, certification, and relocation procedures.
Paragon provided the most comprehensive scope of services and was the only firm that proposed to perform Phase I Environmental Site Assessment for the two full acquisition parcels as an optional service in the amount of $5,000. This optional task is necessary to fully assess the existing soil conditions and presence of hazardous materials in the two parcels that will require full acquisitions; therefore, staff recommend that this task be included in the scope of services, increasing the total contract amount to $628,187.
The top two (2) consulting firms were each invited for interviews. Based on interviews, qualifications, and relevant experience, staff recommend that the City Council approve a professional services agreement with Paragon for right-of-way engineering services for a total not to exceed amount of $691,005, which includes a 10% contingency amount.
FISCAL IMPACT
$691,005; Sufficient funds are budgeted and available for Fiscal Year 2025-26 utilizing Proposition C Fund.
STRATEGIC PLAN
Goal III: Invest in infrastructure to improve community livability.
C. Plan and maintain safe and attractive neighborhoods, streets, facilities, and public spaces with exciting programming that promotes active fun for everyone.
Prepared by: Leonardo Torres, P.E.
Director of Public Works
Certified as to availability of Funds: Janelle Samson, Deputy City Manager Approved by: Salvador Mendez, City Manager
Approved as to form: Alexandra Severino, City Attorney
ATTACHMENTS
Agrmt No. A-9837 with Paragon Partners Consultants, Inc.
Proposal
Fee Schedule
Location Map
AGREEMENT NO. A-9837
CONTRACT FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES
BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALMDALE AND PARAGON PARTNERS
CONSULTANTS, INC. (PARAGON)
THIS CONTRACT FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES (“Contract” herein) is made and entered into by and between the City of Palmdale a public body corporate and politic, (hereinafter called “CITY”) and PARAGON PARTNERS CONSULTANTS, INC. (PARAGON) (hereinafter called “CONSULTANT”). This Contract shall become effective on the date of the last signatory.
RECITALS
WHEREAS, City desires to engage CONSULTANT to provide certain consultant services; and
WHEREAS, CONSULTANT represents that CONSULTANT has the expertise and is qualified to perform the services described in this Contract. And, if required, is duly registered under the laws of the State of California; and WHEREAS, CONSULTANT desires to accept such engagement.
NOW, THEREFORE, the parties agree as follows:
1 DESCRIPTION OF WORK
1.1 The City hereby engages CONSULTANT, and CONSULTANT accepts such engagement, to provide the following services:
Comprehensive Right-of-Way (ROW) Engineering Services for CITY Project No. PN 914 Rancho Vista Blvd. (RVB) Grade Separation Project.
Task 1 - Project Coordination and Management
Task 1a - Public Outreach: prepare and conduct three (3) community outreach meetings and attend one (1) City Council Meeting.
Task 2 - Right of Way Mapping and Exhibits
Task 3 - Preliminary Title Reports and Property Research Task 4 - Appraisal and Valuation Coordination
Task 5 - Acquisition and Negotiation Support
Task 6 - Relocation Assistance Implementation (if applicable) Task 7 - Utility Coordination and Railroad Coordination Task 8 - Caltrans ROW Certification
Task 9 - Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (2 parcels) Other Direct Costs (mileage, postage, etc.)
CONSULTANT’s complete Proposal attached as Exhibit “A”. 1-13Concord - Document ID: 033KfXrytlYbtev0MzOfWj
CONSULTANT shall perform and complete all such work and services in a manner satisfactory to CITY.
1.2 Project deliverables shall be reviewed and approved by CITY to determine acceptable completion. CITY shall have the right to review and inspect the work during the course of its performance at such times as may be specified by CITY.
1.3 CONSULTANT shall not accept any change of scope, or change in contract provisions, unless issued in writing, as a contract change order or amendment and signed by CITY. Any extensions of time must be mutually agreed upon in writing and executed by both parties.
1.4 CITY shall provide to CONSULTANT, without charge, all data, program information, including reports, records, maps, and other information, now in CITY’s possession, which may facilitate the timely performance of the work. 2 CITY PROJECT MANAGER
To provide the services required by this Contract, CONSULTANT shall act under the authority and approval of a Project Manager appointed by CITY. The City Project Manager will oversee the work under this Contract, assist CONSULTANT with any necessary information, audit billings, and approve payments. CONSULTANT shall channel reports, deliverables, and special requests through the City Project Manager. 3 CONSULTANT’S KEY PERSONNEL
CONSULTANT’s Team and Key Personnel are as follows:
Mark Mendoza, Principal-in-Charge; Colin Valles, Project Manager This Consultant Services Contract has been awarded to CONSULTANT based on its representation that those personnel and subcontractors listed above will perform the portions of the work listed herein. CONSULTANT shall not deviate nor substitute any of these team members without prior written approval by CITY. 4 CONTRACT TERM
The term of this contract is TWO (2) YEARS, commencing on the effective date. 5 TAXES
5.1 CONSULTANT shall pay all sales, consumer, use, and other similar taxes required to be paid by CONSULTANT in accordance with state and local laws.
5.2 CONSULTANT is an independent contractor and shall have no power or authority to incur any debt, obligation, or liability on behalf of CITY. No person employed by CONSULTANT or acting on its behalf, in connection with this Contract shall be considered the Agent or employee of CITY.
5.3 CONSULTANT shall be required to obtain a current City of Palmdale business license, as required by the Palmdale Municipal Code, before an Authorization to Proceed is issued.
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6 PATENT FEES AND ROYALTIES
CONSULTANT shall pay all license fees and royalties and assume all costs incident to the use, in the performance of the work or the incorporation in the work of any invention, design, process, product or device which is the subject of patent rights or copyrights held by others. If a particular invention, design, process, product or device is specified by CITY for use in the performance of the work and if, to the actual knowledge of CITY, its use is subject to patent rights or copyrights calling for the payment of any license fee or royalty to others, the existence of such rights shall be disclosed by CITY in the contract documents. CONSULTANT shall indemnify and hold harmless CITY and anyone directly or indirectly employed by CITY from and against all claims, damages, losses and expenses (including attorneys' fees) arising out of any infringement of patent rights or copyrights incident to the use in the performance of the work, or resulting from the incorporation in the work of any invention, design, process, product or device not specified by CITY, and shall defend all such claims in connection with any alleged infringement of such rights. 7 STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE
CONSULTANT shall be responsible for the completeness and accuracy of its services and work and documents resulting there from, and CITY shall not be responsible for discovering deficiencies therein. CONSULTANT shall correct any such deficiencies or errors without additional compensation and without cost to CITY, except to the extent any such deficiency is directly attributable to deficiencies in CITY -furnished information.
8 CONSULTANT’S PERSONNEL
8.1 All services required under this Contract shall be performed by CONSULTANT, or under CONSULTANT’S direct supervision, and all personnel shall possess the qualifications, permits and licenses required by State and local law to perform such services.
8.2 CONSULTANT shall be solely responsible for the satisfactory work performance of all personnel engaged in performing services required by this Contract, and compliance with all reasonable performance standards established by CITY.
8.3 CONSULTANT shall be responsible for payment of all CONSULTANT’s employees’ and subcontractor’s wages and benefits and shall comply with all requirements pertaining to the employer’s liability, workers’ compensation, unemployment insurance, and Social Security.
8.4 CONSULTANT shall indemnify and hold harmless CITY, and its respective officers, agents and employees from and against all claims, demands, damages or costs arising from CONSULTANT’s acts or omissions with respect to any liability, damages, claims, costs and expenses of any nature arising from alleged violations of personnel practices.
9 COMPENSATION
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9.1 For all of work and services including the various phases of tasks as described in Section 1, CITY shall pay to CONSULTANT an amount not to exceed the sum of SIX HUNDRED and TWENTY-EIGHT THOUSAND, ONE HUNDRED and EIGHTY-SEVEN dollars ($628187), payable as follows:
TASK 1 - Project Coordination and Management including Public Outreach = $30,340 TASK 2 - Right of Way Mapping and Exhibits = $187,110
TASK 3 - Preliminary Title Reports and Property Research = $35,325 TASK 4 - Appraisal and Valuation Coordination = $160,000 TASK 5 - Acquisition and Negotiation Support = $87,400
TASK 6 - Relocation Assistance (if applicable) = $52,615 TASK 7 - Utility Coordination = $52,867
TASK 8 - ROW Certification = $13,730
TASK 9 - Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (2 parcels) = $5,000 Other Direct Costs (mileage, postage, etc.) = $3,800
CONSULTANT Fee Schedule attached as Exhibit “B”.
The Contract Price is CONSULTANT’S estimate of its charges for all of the services, including all labor, equipment, material, subcontractor and reimbursable costs, to be provided under this Agreement. Progress payments shall be made on a time and material basis. Final payment shall be made upon completion of all services and City acceptance of all deliverables, not-to-exceed the Contract Price.
9.2 CONSULTANT shall perform no work in excess of the total contract price without prior written approval of CITY. Total contract price includes expenses related to travel to and from CITY to meet with City and to appear, if so required, before City Council or any other board or commission of CITY.
9.3 CONSULTANT shall maintain adequate records and shall permit inspection and audit by CITY of CONSULTANT’s charges under this Contract. CONSULTANT shall make such records available to CITY during normal business hours upon reasonable notice. Nothing herein shall convert such records into public records, and they will be available only to CITY and any specified public agencies. Such records shall be maintained by CONSULTANT for one (1) year following completion of the work under this Contract unless a longer period of time is required by state or federal law, in which event CONSULTANT shall retain its records for the time required by such laws.
9.4 No payment made hereunder by CITY to CONSULTANT, shall be construed as an acceptance by CITY of any work or materials, nor as evidence of satisfactory performance by CONSULTANT of its obligations under this Contract. 10 INDEMNIFICATION
To the fullest extent permitted by law, CONSULTANT and any contractors or subcontractors working on its behalf agree to indemnify CITY, its officers, employees, agents and elected and appointed boards (hereinafter “Indemnified Parties”) for any loss, claim, demand, cause of action, cost, expense, damage, obligation or liability 4-13Concord - Document ID: 033KfXrytlYbtev0MzOfWj
which arises out of or is in any way connected with the performance of any work under this agreement, including any acts or omissions, willful misconduct or negligent conduct, whether active or passive, on the part of CONSULTANT, its contractors or subcontractors, and regardless of any acts, omissions or negligence (whether active or passive) of any person or entity indemnified hereunder. At their own expense, CONSULTANT and, as applicable, any contractors or subcontractors working on its behalf, shall defend any suit, claim or action against the Indemnified Parties founded upon such loss, claim, demand, cause of action, cost, expense, damage, obligation or liability. CONSULTANT shall ensure that the contract of any contractor or subcontractor working under this agreement contain an indemnity agreement, requiring the contractor or subcontractor to indemnify and defend the Indemnified Parties pursuant the terms set forth above. CONSULTANT shall indemnify the Indemnified Parties, and save it harmless from any and all loss, damage, costs, expenses and attorney's fees suffered or incurred on account of any breach of the aforesaid obligations and covenants, and any other provision or covenant of this agreement.
11 INSURANCE
11.1 CONSULTANT, at its expense, shall maintain in effect at all times during the performance of work under this Contract not less than the following coverage and limits of insurance, which shall be maintained with insurers listed “A” or better in the Best’s Insurance Guide and authorized to do business in the State of California.
Proof of Insurance, as identified in Section 11.8, must be reviewed and accepted by the City Attorney.
11.1.1 Workers’ Compensation and Employer’s Liability
Workers’ Compensation—coverage as required by the State of California Employer’s Liability:
$1,000,000.00 each accident
$1,000,000.00 policy limit bodily injury
$1,000,000.00 each employee bodily injury by disease
11.1.2 Professional Liability (Errors & Omissions) Insurance* $2,000,000 limit on a per occurrence basis
11.1.3 Commercial General Liability
$2,000,000.00 limit on a per occurrence basis
$4,000,000.00 general aggregate limit
11.1.4 Commercial Automobile Liability
$2,000,000.00 combined single limit including owned, non-owned and hired automobile coverage
11.2 All of CONSULTANT’s policies shall contain an endorsement providing that written notice shall be given to CITY at least thirty- (30) calendar days prior to termination, cancellation or reduction of coverage in the policy.
11.3 Policies providing for bodily injury and property damage coverage shall contain the following:
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A. An endorsement extending coverage to the City as an additional insured, in the same manner as the named insured, as respects liability arising out of the performance of any work under the Contract. Such insurance shall be primary insurance, as respects the interest of the City, and any other insurance maintained by the City shall be considered excess coverage and not contributing insurance with the insurance required hereunder. The certificate and endorsements shall state: “The City of Palmdale, the Successor Agency of the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Palmdale, Palmdale Civic Authority, Industrial Development Authority of the City of Palmdale, Palmdale Airport Authority, their officers, agents, employees and volunteers are named as additional insured’s.”
B. “Severability of Interest” clause.
11.4 Promptly on execution of this Contract, and prior to commencement of any work, CONSULTANT shall deliver to CITY certificates of insurance and endorsements to all required policies demonstrating that CONSULTANT has the required coverage and showing the required named insureds. Within five (5) days of written request from CITY, CONSULTANT shall deliver to CITY full and complete copies of all insurance policies required by this Contract.
11.5 The requirements as to the types and limits of insurance to be maintained by CONSULTANT are not intended to and shall not in any manner limit or qualify CONSULTANT’s liabilities and obligations under this Contract.
11.6 Any policy or policies of insurance that CONSULTANT elects to carry as insurance against loss or damage to its equipment and tools or other personal property used in the performance of this Contract shall include a provision waiving the insurer’s right of subrogation against CITY.
11.7 All insurance coverage must be maintained throughout the duration of this Contract.
11.8 Acceptable Proof of Insurance:
11.8.1 ACORD Certificate of Insurance listing all coverages, limits, deductibles and insureds; and endorsements for all applicable coverages if agent has authority to issue it; Additional insured Form CG20101185 or CG20100707 and CG20370704 or equivalent must be provided for general liability coverage.
Additional insured form CA0001 must be provided for automobile liability coverage.
11.8.2 Agents must confirm that policy endorsements have been ordered from the respective insurance companies. Upon issuance, policy endorsements listing all insurers must be submitted to the City Attorney.
11.8.3 *When professional (E&O) liability coverage is provided on a “claims made basis”, CONSULTANT will continue to renew the insurance for a period of five (5) years after this Agreement expires or is terminated. Such insurance will have the same coverage and limits as the policy that was in effect during 6-13Concord - Document ID: 033KfXrytlYbtev0MzOfWj
the term of this Agreement, and will cover CONSULTANT, or its officers, employees, or agents during the time this Agreement was in effect.
11.9 Notwithstanding any other provision of this Contract, CITY may immediately terminate this Contract if, at any time CONSULTANT fails to maintain the required insurance for any period of time or fails to comply with any of the insurance requirements listed above.
11.10 CONSULTANT shall require any and all subcontractor's working on its behalf to provide insurance coverages and limits that are based on the scope of work and nature of risk being performed by the subcontractor. Any and all subcontractors working on behalf of CONSULTANT shall be subject to all other insurance requirements that are stated herein.
Any deviation in this requirement will be CONSULTANT's sole risk. CONSULTANT's insurance requirements in Section 11 will not be impacted and/or limited by such deviation.
12 TERMINATION WITHOUT CAUSE
CITY reserves the right to terminate this Contract or any part thereof for its sole convenience with fifteen (15) days written notice. In the event of such termination, CONSULTANT shall immediately stop all work hereunder, and shall immediately cause any of its suppliers and sub-consultants to cease such work. CONSULTANT shall also surrender to CITY all finished or unfinished documents or programs and other materials, which shall be City’s property. As compensation in full for services performed to the date of such termination, the CONSULTANT shall receive an amount equal to the value of the work completed as of the termination date in accordance with the fee schedule or as negotiated between the parties. In no event shall the amount payable upon termination exceed the total maximum compensation provided for in this Contract.
13 TERMINATION FOR CAUSE
13.1 If the City determines that the CONSULTANT has failed to supply an adequate working force, or to provide services of proper quality, or has failed in any other respect to satisfactorily perform the services specified in this Contract, the City shall give written notice to the CONSULTANT specifying all defaults to be remedied within thirty (30) days. Such notice shall set forth the basis for the City’s dissatisfaction and suggest corrective measures. If, after thirty days, the CONSULTANT has failed to implement the corrective measures, the City may elect to terminate this Contract, in whole or in part.
13.2 In the event the City terminates this Contract in whole or in part as provided herein above, the City may procure, upon such terms and in such manner, as it may deem appropriate, services similar to those terminated.
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CONSULTANT. Upon such termination, the CONSULTANT shall be paid an amount equal to the value of the services provided and work performed as of the date of termination. Such payment by the City may take into consideration the costs associated with hiring another CONSULTANT to complete the services. In the event no new CONSULTANT is employed, the CONSULTANT shall be paid an amount equal to the value of the work performed. In ascertaining the value of the work performed up to the date of termination, consideration shall be given to both completed work and work in progress, to complete and incomplete documents when such are delivered to CITY, and to authorized reimbursement expenses.
The above is in addition to any other remedies available by law or equity to the City.
13.4 If, after notice of termination of the Contract under the provisions of this Section 13, it is determined, for any reason, that CONSULTANT was not in default, or that the default was excusable, then the rights and obligations of the parties shall be the same as if the notice of termination had been issued pursuant to Section 12. 14 DISPUTE RESOLUTION
All claims, disputes, and other matters in question between CITY and CONSULTANT arising out of, or relating to this Contract, or the breach thereof shall, to the extent reasonably feasible, be resolved through good faith negotiations between the parties. 15 OWNERSHIP AND DELIVERY OF WORK PRODUCT:
All documents, data, reports, studies, analyses, field notes, investigations, plans, specifications, software, programs, manuals, instructions, and other materials of any nature, whether complete or incomplete, that are prepared, developed, or produced by CONSULTANT or Consultant’s subcontractors in the performance of this Agreement (collectively, “Work Product”) shall be the exclusive property of the CITY.
All Work Product shall be delivered to or left with the CITY upon completion, expiration, or termination of this Agreement. Upon request, CONSULTANT shall provide the CITY with originals and reproducible and electronic copies of all Work Product. Electronic copies shall be provided in an unprotected format that allows the CITY to copy, reproduce, modify, and use the Work Product without restriction.
16 OWNERSHIP OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY:
The Work Product and all intellectual property rights therein shall be deemed “works made for hire” under the United States Copyright Act (17 U.S.C. § 101 et seq.), and the CITY shall be deemed the author and exclusive owner thereof, in perpetuity and worldwide.
To the extent any Work Product does not qualify as a work made for hire, CONSULTANT hereby irrevocably assigns, transfers, and conveys to the CITY all right, title, and interest in and to such Work Product, including all copyrights, trademarks, patents, and other proprietary rights. CONSULTANT consents to the use of CONSULTANT’s name in conjunction with the sale, use, performance, and distribution of Work Product, for any purpose and in any medium.
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CONSULTANT agrees to execute any documents and take any actions reasonably requested by the CITY to confirm or perfect the CITY'S ownership of such rights.
CONSULTANT waives any and all moral rights or similar rights under California Civil Code section 980 or any other applicable law to the extent permitted by law.
17 SUBCONTRACTING, DELEGATION AND ASSIGNMENT
17.1 CONSULTANT shall not delegate, subcontract or assign its duties or rights hereunder, either in whole or in part, without the prior written consent of CITY; provided, however, that claims for money due or to become due to CONSULTANT from CITY under this Contract may be assigned to a bank, trust company or other financial institution without such approval. Any proposed delegation, assignment or subcontract shall provide a description of the services covered, identification of the proposed assignee, delegates or subcontractor, and an explanation of why and how the same was selected, including the degree of competition involved. Any proposed agreement with an assignee, delegates or subcontractor shall include the following:
A. The amount involved, together with CONSULTANT’s analysis of such cost or price; and
B. A provision requiring that any subsequent modification or amendment shall be subject to the prior written consent of CITY.
C. The requirement to hire only those persons authorized by federal law to work in the United States.
17.2 Any assignment, delegation or subcontract shall be made in the name of CONSULTANT and shall not bind or purport to bind CITY and shall not release CONSULTANT from any obligations under this Contract including, but not limited to, the duty to properly supervise and coordinate the work of employees, assignees, delegates and subcontractors. No such assignment, delegation or subcontract shall result in any increase in the amount of total compensation payable to CONSULTANT under this Contract.
18 NON-DISCRIMINATION AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
18.1 In performance of this Contract, CONSULTANT shall not discriminate against any employee, subcontractor, or applicant for employment because of sex, color, race, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, or age. CONSULTANT will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to their sex, color, race, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation or age. Affirmative action relating to employment shall include, but not be limited to the following: employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer; recruitment; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship. 19 SB 1383 COMPLIANCE
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CONSULTANT shall comply with all applicable requirements of California Senate Bill 1383 (SB 1383) and related regulations concerning the reduction of organic waste, diversion from landfills, and edible food recovery.
20 FINANCIAL INTEREST CERTIFICATION
20.1 CONSULTANT warrants that no person has been employed or retained to solicit or secure this Contract upon an agreement or understanding for a commission, percentage, brokerage or contingent fee; and that no officer or employee of the CITY has any interest, financially or otherwise, in CONSULTANT’s firm.
20.2 For breach or violation of this warranty, CITY shall have the right to annul this Contract without liability, or at its discretion to deduct from the Contract Price or consideration, the full amount of such commission, percentage, brokerage or contingent fee.
21 CONFLICT OF INTEREST
21.1 CONSULTANT stipulates that its officers and employees do not now have a conflict of interest and it further agrees for itself, its officers and its employees that it will not contract for or accept employment for the performance of any work or services with any individual business, corporation or government unit that would create a conflict of interest in the performance of its obligations pursuant to this Contract or which would cause CONSULTANT to be “financial interested” (as provided in California Government Code Section 1090 et seq. or 87100 et seq.) in any contract or decision made by CITY on any matter.
21.2 CONSULTANT shall not employ any City official or employee to perform any work required pursuant to this Contract.
21.3 If CONSULTANT is a registered professional engineer or licensed land surveyor and the scope of work requires CONSULTANT’S recommendation of the actual formula to spread the costs of an assessment district’s improvements, then CONSULTANT shall not participate in making that recommendation if the additional elements set forth in Government Code section 87100.1(c) apply. Those additional elements are: (1) CONSULTANT has received income of $250 or more for professional services in connection with any parcel included in the benefit assessment district within 12 months prior to the creation of the district; and (2) the district includes other parcels in addition to those parcels for which CONSULTANT received the income. In the event a conflict of interest does arise in that context, City shall select a different CONSULTANT to recommend the actual formula to spread the costs of the assessment district’s improvements and the costs of such services shall be deducted from the compensation to be paid to CONSULTANT.
21.4 To the extent required by the City Manager/designee, CONSULTANT shall complete and file with the City Clerk a Form 700 Statement of Economic Interests disclosing any reportable property interests, income, gifts, investments, or business positions.
22 COMPLIANCE WITH LAW
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22.1 CONSULTANT shall comply with all state and federal laws, including but not limited to, the requirement to hire only those persons authorized by federal law to work in the United States. If CONSULTANT uses any subcontractors to complete this Contract, this same requirement shall be included in all subcontracts and strictly enforced by CONSULTANT.
22.2 The law of the state of California shall govern this Contract. The venue of any legal action, either formal or informal, shall be the County of Los Angeles. 23 HEALTH AND SAFETY PROVISIONS
A. CONSULTANT and all subcontractors shall abide by all health and safety mandates issued by federal, state, county, City of Palmdale, and/or public health officers, and worksite-specific mandates. If multiple mandates exist, the CONSULTANT and subcontractors shall abide by the most restrictive mandate.
B. Costs associated with adhering to health and safety mandates are the responsibility of the CONSULTANT. CONSULTANT is responsible for the tracking and compliance of health and safety mandates and may be audited upon request.
24 NOTIFICATION AND ACCESS REVOCATION
The CONSULTANT shall notify the CITY in writing prior to or no later than twenty-four (24) hours after, the termination, expiration, suspension, reassignment, or removal of any Contractor Personnel with access to the Project or Owner Resources. For Contractor Personnel with Information Technology access, notification must be immediate, or the CITY may consider the CONSULTANT to be in breach of contract.
Notice shall include the individual’s name, role, effective date and time of termination or removal, and systems or resources accessed.
The CITY reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to immediately suspend or revoke access for any Contractor Personnel upon receipt of notice or upon CITY'S determination that such access is no longer required or appropriate. 25 FORCE MAJEURE
Neither Party shall be liable for any failure or delay in performing its obligations under this Agreement (other than payment obligations) if such failure or delay is caused by an event or circumstance beyond the reasonable control of the affected Party (“Force Majeure Event”). Force Majeure Events include, but are not limited to, acts of God; flood; fire; earthquake; explosion; war; terrorism; civil disturbance; epidemic or pandemic; quarantine; governmental actions or orders; or other similar events beyond the control of the affected Party.
The affected Party shall provide written notice to the other Party within ten (10) calendar days of the occurrence of the Force Majeure Event, describing the nature, expected duration, and anticipated impact on performance. The Party shall use all diligent efforts to mitigate the effects of the event and resume performance as soon as practicable.
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the CITY'S failure to make payments in accordance with the Contract or to provide required information to CONSULTANT when contemplated in the Contract, CITY shall be entitled to liquidated damages in the sum at the daily rate of $1,000.00, beginning at zero (0) days from written notice given by CITY up to a maximum liquidated damage aggregate of ten percent (10%) of the contract price of the equipment delayed.
26 NOTICES
Any notice required under this Contract shall be in writing, addressed to the appropriate party at its address on the signature page and given personally or by registered or certified mail postage prepaid, or by a commercial courier service. All notices shall be effective upon the date of receipt.
27 ENTIRE CONTRACT AND AMENDMENTS
27.1 This Contract is the complete agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior proposals, agreements, and understandings between the parties and may not be modified or terminated orally.
27.2 No attempted waiver of any of the provisions hereof, nor any modification in the nature, extent or duration of the work to be performed by CONSULTANT hereunder, shall be binding unless in writing and signed by the party against whom the same is sought to be enforced.
27.3 The failure of any party to enforce against another party any provision of this Contract shall not constitute a waiver of that party’s right to enforce such a provision at a later time, and shall not serve to vary the terms of this Contract.
28 ATTORNEY’S FEES
If any action at law or in equity is brought to enforce or interpret any provisions of this Contract, the prevailing party in such action shall be entitled to reasonable attorney’s fees, costs and necessary disbursements, in addition to such other relief as may be sought and awarded.
In Witness Whereof, the parties hereto have caused this Contract to be executed and attested by their respective officers thereunto duly authorized.
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INC. (PARAGON)
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Cypress, CA 90630
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City Attorney
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City Clerk
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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR
RIGHT-OF-WAY ENGINEERING SERVICES
FOR RANCHO VISTA BOULEVARD
GRADE SEPARATION (PN527A)
February 19, 2026
TABLE OF CONTENTS
A) COVER LETTER 1
B) QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF PROPOSER’S PERSONNEL 2 C ) P R O J E C T A P P R O A C H 1 5
D) PROJECT UNDERSTANDING 25
E) PROPOSED PERSONNEL 28
F) QUALITY ASSURANCE/QUALITY CONTROL PROCEDURES 39 G) SCHEDULE CONTROL 40
H) FEE SCHEDULE/COST PROPOSAL ( under separate attachment) FORMS
• Certificate of Proposal
• Respondent’s Acknowledgement of Liability Insurance Requirements • Non-Collusion Declaration Form
• Acknowledgement of 3 Addendums
• Byrd Anti Lobbying
• Certificate for Suspension and Debarment
• Deviations and/or Exception Form
PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS
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A) COVER LETTER
February 19, 2026
City of Palmdale
Department of Public Works – Capital Improvement Program Attn: Ludy Smeets, Project Manager
[email protected]
RE: Proposal for Right-of-Way Engineering Services – Rancho Vista Boulevard Grade Separation (PN 527A) Dear Ms. Smeets:
On behalf of Paragon Partners Consultants, Inc. (Paragon), I am pleased to submit our proposal to provide comprehensive Right- of-Way (ROW) Engineering Services for the Rancho Vista Boulevard Grade Separation Project. We have reviewed the Request for Proposal and fully understand the scope, objectives, and requirements outlined therein. We have kept our proposal to 40 pages (not including cover, table of contents, and forms). Our team is committed to delivering exceptional right-of-way services that ensures timely acquisition, compliance with all applicable regulations, and seamless coordination with stakeholders.
Paragon brings more than 33-years of experience in real estate right-of-way acquisition services for complex transportation and infrastructure projects, including grade separations and rail corridor improvements. Our Southern California office is headquarters for our dedicated team of professionals who will perform the required work, ensuring responsiveness and accountability throughout the project lifecycle. Our teams have successfully completed projects with similar scopes for public agencies, with projects requiring expertise in Site Research, Title Services, Appraisal, Appraisal Review, Acquisition and Negotiations, Relocation Assistance, Escrow Coordination, Railroad Coordination, Utility Coordination, Property Management and Condemnation Support, when necessary. Our staff is also well versed and experienced in securing Caltrans Right-of-Way Certifications. We engage subconsultant partners with dedicated areas of focus and with whom we have worked extensively, as needed.
Our approach emphasizes proactive communication and stakeholder engagement. We are experienced and adept at conducting public outreach meetings and providing technical expertise to City Staff in support of its projects. Additionally, our proven QA/ QC procedures and schedule control tactics will minimize risk and delays, enabling the City to meet its Project completion goal of Spring 2027.
AUTHORIZED OFFICER AND STATEMENT
Mark Mendoza, Principal/Corporate Broker, 5660 Katella Ave., Suite 100 Cypress, California, 90630 | 626.893.2026 I have read, understood and agreed to all statements in this request for proposal and acknowledge receipt of all addendums / amendments as well as to the terms, conditions, and attachments referenced.
Should you have any questions or require additional information, please contact me at 626.893.2026 or mmendoza@paragon- partners.com. Thank you for the opportunity to expand our partnership with the City of Palmdale by supporting this critical infrastructure improvement project.
Sincerely,
Mark T. Mendoza
Principal/Corporate Broker
5660 Katella Avenue, Suite 100 | Cypress, CA 90630
P: 714.379.3376 | F: 714.908.8484 | www.paragon-partners.com PAGE 2
SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE & REFERENCES
Paragon technical professionals have extensive expertise in providing and directing the full range of real estate right-ofway services for federally regulated and funded projects, in accordance with all statutory requirements. Our professionals are credentialed and knowledgeable in all city, state and federal laws, regulations and policies, including the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 (49 CFR Part 24), as amended; FTA 5010.1D, Chapter 13 of the Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures Manual (LAPM); the Caltrans Right-of-Way Manual; and the California Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Guidelines (Title 25, California Code of Regulations). In addition to a staff of 70 professionals with the right-of-way credentials and technical expertise to advance the most complex projects, for 33-years, Paragon’ s culture of accountability has consistently produced high-quality deliverables and a level of service that surpasses client expectations each time.
For three decades, Paragon has been the preeminent provider of right-of-way services for grade separation projects throughout California. These projects have included multiple grade separations for the City of Corona - McKinley Street Grade Separation, Alameda Corridor Transportation Authority (ACTA), and successfully obtaining Caltrans Certification of eleven (11) grade separation projects for the Alameda Corridor-East Construction Authority (ACE). All ACE grade separation projects undertaken by Paragon have received the Caltrans Right-of-Way Certification. For a project that recently conducted a ribbon-cutting ceremony, the San Gabriel Trench, for which Paragon prepared the Right-of-Way Certification, Caltrans noted that it was “exemplary,” stating that they would use Paragon’s certification as a model for future certifications.
Further, there has never been an occurrence or possible deallocation of project funding due to Paragon having not met the right-of-way schedule. This experience will be integral to the City’s Rancho Vista Boulevard Grade Separation Project.
B) QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF PROPOSER’S PERSONNEL
CITY OF CORONA, MCKINLEY STREET GRADE SEPARATION PROJECT Paragon partnered closely with the design consultant to provide targeted value engineering services focused on minimizing right-of-way impacts while preserving the project’s functional and safety objectives. Through early coordination and strategic design refinements, Paragon helped significantly reduce the number of property acquisitions and business relocations required.
The original project design required the full acquisition of 25 parcels and the relocation of 16 businesses, resulting in substantial community and stakeholder impacts. As a result of the revised design approach, the project was reconfigured to require full acquisition of only two parcels, partial acquisition of 15 parcels, and just nine relocations. This redesign substantially reduced costs, shortened the acquisition timeline, and substantially minimized disruption to local businesses and property owners.
Paragon is the only consultant which has delivered
right of way for more than 15 grade separation projects in Southern California
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Paragon has served as the right-of-way program/real estate manager for this complex project for over 25 years. Paragon’s ability to provide and manage a full complement of right-of-way and support services has resulted in the successful acquisition and management of more than 400 residential, commercial, industrial, retail, and railroad properties across 14 grade separations and improvements. In addition, Paragon has permanently relocated more than 150 business and residential displacees, as well as more than 200 personal property displacees. 11 out of the 14 projects associated with the ACE Project resulted in a 0% condemnation rate. Our success with the right-of-way acquisition and relocation for this Project is a testament to our expertise in providing a wide spectrum of land services to meet the needs of both private and public interests. Our extensive experience in regulatory processes and procedures and highly effective negotiation skills enable us to close deals quickly and economically and has resulted in ACE qualifying and receiving more than $110M in grants including funds from FTA.
ACE PROJECTS
CITY OF EL MONTE | BALDWIN GRADE
SEPARATION PROJECT
38 acquisitions; 10 business relocations; 38 residential relocations
CITY OF INDUSTRY | PUENTE AVENUE GRADE
SEPARATION PROJECT
26 acquisitions; 9 business relocations; 5 residential
relocations
CITY OF PICO RIVERA | DURFEE AVENUE GRADE
SEPARATION PROJECT
47 acquisitions; 7 business relocations; 1 residential
CITY OF EL MONTE | RAMONA GRADE
SEPARATION PROJECT
8 acquisitions; 10 business relocations; 4 residential
relocations
CITY OF POMONA | RESERVOIR GRADE
SEPARATION PROJECT
27 acquisitions; 29 business relocations; 10 residential relocations
CITY OF POMONA | TEMPLE AVENUE GRADE SEPARATION
PROJECT
21 acquisitions
CITY OF POMONA | EAST END GRADE
SEPARATION PROJECT
14 acquisitions; 2 business relocations
CITY OF INDUSTRY NOGALES STREET GRADE
SEPARATION PROJECT
16 acquisitions; 19 business relocations
CITY OF POMONA | TEMPLE 4TH TRACK
26 acquisitions
CITY OF INDUSTRY | BREA CANYON GRADE
SEPARATION PROJECT
50 acquisitions; 1 business relocations; 2 residential
relocations
CITY OF INDUSTRY | SUNSET GRADE
SEPARATION PROJECT
10 acquisitions
CITY OF INDUSTRY | FULLERTON GRADE
SEPARATION PROJECT
23 acquisitions; 4 business relocations
CITY OF SAN GABRIEL | SAN GABRIEL TRENCH- 52 acquisitions; 2 business relocations; 1 residential relocations
CITY OF INDUSTRY | FAIRWAY DRIVE GRADE
SEPARATION PROJECT
23 acquisitions; 1 business relocation
ALAMEDA CORRIDOR-EAST CONSTRUCTION AUTHORITY |THE ACE PROJECT - THE "GATEWAY TO AMERICA"
The ACE Construction Authority (“ACE”) has secured nearly $1.7 billion to complete safety and mobility upgrades at 55 Union Pacific Railroad grade separations over 70 miles of mainline railroad in the San Gabriel Valley.
B) QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF PROPOSER’S PERSONNEL PAGE 4
CITY OF INDUSTRY, FULLERTON ROAD GRADE SEPARATION PROJECT The Fullerton Road Grade Separation Project lowers Fullerton Road beneath the existing railroad right-of-way in the City of Industry and unincorporated area of Los Angeles County, between Rowland Street and State Route 60 (SR-60). The project required three full takes, 17 partial takes and 4 business relocations. Some of the project challenges and solutions included:
Puente Plaza is a very large and expensive multi-tenant commercial shopping center ($40Million+) within the project limits. Working with Biggs Cardoza and ACE, direct project impacts were avoided and the project utilities that were to be re-located in Puente Plaza as part of the Project were constructed pursuant to a Permit to Enter in lieu of a formal acquisition of property rights. In exchange for the Permit to Enter, an upgrade of an existing water line that currently services the property was negotiated. Additionally, reconstruction of an existing retaining wall was necessary. Rather than formally acquiring rights for the wall reconstruction, permission to construct was granted by the owner in exchange for the placement of a small plexi-glass barrier on the top of the subject wall. The wall separated the lowered street from the patio of a restaurant. The significance of not formally acquiring the aforementioned property rights foreclosed more than 24 businesses of significant size to make a claim for loss of business goodwill as a result of the project. Stated differently, there were no “property takings”. The work as noted above was performed under a Permit to Enter which is an acceptable vehicle to Caltrans when used correctly.
ORANGE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (OCTA) | OC BRIDGES PROGRAM OCTA’s $635 million OC Bridges Program delivered seven new overpasses and underpasses designed to ease congestion by separating major roadways from the busy freight and passenger rail lines running through Anaheim, Fullerton, Placentia, and Yorba Linda. With these improvements, drivers no longer face long delays waiting for trains to pass. By 2030, rail activity along the corridor is expected to increase to approximately 130 trains per day, making these grade separations even more critical for mobility and safety. Paragon provided right of way services for two of these grade separation projects.
ORANGETHORPE AVENUE GRADE SEPARATION PROJECT
The Orangethorpe Avenue Grade Separation project constructed an overpass with three lanes in each direction. Paragon provided relocation assistance for 30 businesses including a liquor store, dry cleaners, restaurants, barber shop, donut shop, nail salon, storefront church and specialized school.
B) QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF PROPOSER’S PERSONNEL
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STATE COLLEGE BOULEVARD GRADE SEPARATION
OCTA constructed a vehicle undercrossing at the BNSF railway to eliminate train-vehicle conflicts. The project lowered the roadway between Santa Fe Avenue and south of Valencia Drive, significantly reducing traffic congestion and improving safety. Paragon successfully completed complex commercial relocations for 13 businesses including carpet/flooring outlets, furniture store and industrial manufacturing facilities. Paragon also provided construction management involving reviewing and approving plans, claims and contractor compliance.
B) QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF PROPOSER’S PERSONNEL
ADDITIONAL RELEVANT PROJECTS
CITY OF BEAUMONT Hargrave Grade Separation Project
CITY OF RIVERSIDE
SR-91 and Van Buren Bridge| Relocation Plan and Relocation Assistance Riverside Avenue Grade Separation| Relocation Assistance Van Buren Street Widening| Acquisition and Relocation of 45 parcels
ORANGE COUNTY
TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY
Orangethorpe Avenue Grade Separation
State College Boulevard Grade Separation
CITY OF POMONA SR-71/Mission Boulevard Grade Separation
ALAMEDA CORRIDOR
TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY
Washington Blvd./Santa Fe Avenue Grade Separation
Redondo Junction Flyover
UPRR Rail Improvements
Washington Blvd. /BNSF Grade Separations
Grade Separation at the UPRR crossing of Perrino Place
METROLINK (SCRRA) Balboa Double Track Extension
Canyon Extension
CALIFORNIA HIGH SPEED RAIL
AUTHORITY High Speed Rail | Right of Way Acquisition Services
LA METRO
Airport Metro Connector
Crenshaw/LAX Transit Corridor
Regional Connector Project
Willowbrook/Rosas Parks Station Improvement Project
East San Fernando Valley Light Rail
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY
TRANSPORTATION AGENCY (SBCTA)
I-10/Cherry Avenue Interchange | I-10 Citrus/Avenue Interchange West Valley Connector
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REFERENCES
We encourage the City of Palmdale to contact the references provided below to verify the quality, timeliness and cost- effectiveness of our services. We pride ourselves on developing best practices and processes for our clients, ensuring that positive interactions prevail among our professionals and that the project work is safely performed and promptly achieved.
CLIENT REFERENCE CONTACT
1 Rene Coronel, Senior Project Manager, San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments
1333 S. Mayflower Ave. Suite 360, Monrovia, CA
91016 | 626.543.4914
2 Joy M. Buenaflor, Deputy Director Transit/Rail Programs, San Bernardino County Transportation Authority
1170 West Third Street, 2nd Floor San Bernardino,
CA 92410 | 909.884.8276
3 Eric Pheifer, P .E., Principal, Biggs Cardosa Associates, Inc.500 S. Main Street, Suite 1200 Orange, CA 92868 | 714.550.4665
B) QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF PROPOSER’S PERSONNEL CREDENTIALS OF PROPOSER’S PERSONNEL AND
SUBCONSULTANTS
Paragon is part of the CLS Family of Companies, the largest right-of-way (ROW) consulting firm in the United States. Our proposed ROW professionals have extensive industry experience and represent all disciplines involved in the City of Palmdale’s Scope of Work.
We understand each stage of the ROW process and how to determine the most effective schedule to make progress on any given project in a time and cost-effective manner.
Corporate Broker/Principal, Mr. Mendoza, with 40 years of real estate/ROW experience in California, will oversee a team of veterans who can apply their years of experience and wealth of knowledge to this project. Project Manager, Colin Valles is a licensed California real estate agent, and is highly skilled in securing property rights and advancing projects through effective coordination with property owners and stakeholders. Colin also currently provides right-of-way services to The California Department of Transportation, District 7, in cooperation with the City of Palmdale, to widen widened both Palmdale Boulevard (SR-138) and Sierra Highway from two lanes to three lanes in each direction. The team we have selected for this Project will support the ROW objectives underlying the City of Palmdale’s goals and plans for future development, with an emphasis on compliance, fiscal responsibility and time management. Subconsultants were chosen for this project based on our many years of successful collaboration on comparable public infrastructure projects. Our familiarity with each firm’s technical strengths, work processes, and quality standards enables the team to operate efficiently from project initiation, minimize learning curves, and proactively address issues as they arise.
Over the last 5
years, Project
Manager Colin
Valles has worked
with the City
of Palmdale
delivering right
of way for two
critical projects.
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FIRM NAME STAFF ROLE APPLICABLE LICENSES/EDUCATION OFFICE LOCATION
KEY TEAM MEMBERS
Mark Mendoza,
MRED
Corporate Broker/
Principal
CA Real Estate Broker #01445764
Master of Science, Real Estate
Development (MRED)
5660 Katella Ave., Suite
100
Cypress, CA 90630
Colin Valles Project Manager
CA Real Estate Salesperson
#02160823
Notary Public, California
5660 Katella Ave., Suite
100
Cypress, CA 90630
Cheryl DeMucci,
SR/WA, R/W-RAC
Quality Control/
Quality Assurance
CA Real Estate Salesperson
#01885792
IRWA, SR/WA, R/W-RAC
IRWA Chapter 1, Secretary
5660 Katella Ave., Suite
100
Cypress, CA 90630
Dionisio Marquez,
R/W- RAC
Relocation Man-
ager
CA Real Estate Salesperson
#01147072
IRWA, R/W-RAC
IRWA Chapter 1, Relocation Chair
5660 Katella Ave., Suite
100
Cypress, CA 90630
Dan Akins, MRED Principal
Acquisition Agent
CA Real Estate Broker #1338651
Master of Real Estate Development
(MRED
5660 Katella Ave., Suite
100
Cypress, CA 90630
SUBCONSULTANTS
Daniel Kachi, PE ROW Engineering
Professional Engineer, C85739,
Dept. of Consumer Affairs, Board
for Professional Engineers, Land,
Surveyors and Geologists
525 B Street, Suite
1600
San Diego, CA 92101
Chris Maziar Title Reports No individual Licenses needed 4400 MacArthur Blvd.
Suite 800 Newport
Beach, CA 92660
Grace Kim Escrow No individual Licenses needed
4400 MacArthur Blvd.
Suite 800 Newport
Beach, CA 92660
B) QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF PROPOSER’S PERSONNEL PAGE 8
Bradford
Thompson,
MAI, AI-GRS,
SR/WA
Appraisal
MAI, No. 11063,
AI-GRS, SR/WA, No. 5336
Certified General Real Estate Apprais-
er, CA No. AG002282
Licensed Real estate Broker, CA No.
01070707
California State Polytechnic
University, Pomona -M.B.A.
University of Southern California –
B.S
109 N. Ivy Ave.
Suite A
Monrovia, CA 91016
Janet Scott, MAI,
SR/WA Appraisal Review
Appraiser License #AG034539
Master of Business Administration
(MBA), Designated Member of the
Appraisal Institute (MAI), Designated
Member of the International Right of
Way (SR/WA)
PO Box 11
Wilton CA 95693
Marcus R.
Pigrom, ASA FF&E Appraisal ASA
222 Pacific Coast High-
way, 10th Flr.
El Segundo, CA 90245
Bernadette Salto Utility Coordinator General Studies, Cerritos Community College, Cerritos, CA
1181 California
Avenue, Suite 270
Corona, CA 92881
David E. Woolley,
PLS
Plat Maps and
Legal Descriptions
CA PLS No. 7304
Santiago Canyon College – Survey and
Mapping Coursework
2832 Walnut Ave.
Tustin, CA 92780
Jennifer Van Environmental
Phase I Reports
Environmental Professional, E1527-21
Master of Environmental Engineering,
California State University, Fullerton
Bachelor of Science, Environmental
Sciences: Natural Sciences.
23041 Avenida De La
Carlota, Suite 350
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
B) QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF PROPOSER’S PERSONNEL
KEY TEAM MEMBERS (RESUMES INCLUDED IN SECTION E)
Paragon has earned the respected reputation as one of California’s top land rights consulting firms because of our skilled professionals, project management savvy, depth of resources, scalable solutions, and compliant results. Paragon’s personnel increase their extensive work experience, ingenuity and creativity, and educational background with active participation in professional organizations and training seminars to stay knowledgeable about current laws and trends. We also enjoy productive and collaborative working relationships with our longtime subconsultant partners.
Mark Mendoza, Principal and Corporate Broker - Mark has 40 years of experience managing right-of-way programs for major public infrastructure projects across California. A licensed Real Estate Broker with deep expertise in acquisition, relocation, and property management, Mark ensures compliance with Caltrans and federal requirements, including the Uniform Act. His leadership on complex transportation and utility projects positions him as a trusted resource for delivering timely, cost-effective creative solutions for projects small and large throughout Southern California.
Colin Valles, Project Manager - Colin brings eight years of experience managing right-of-way and real estate services for a wide range of public- and private-sector projects. Colin’s experience includes working with the City of Palmdale PAGE 9
B) QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF PROPOSER’S PERSONNEL in delivering Right of way for multiple projects, for over 5 years. He is a licensed California real estate agent and is highly skilled in securing property rights and advancing projects through effective coordination with property owners and stakeholders. He is detail-oriented and frequently relied upon for QA/QC review of acquisition documents to ensure accuracy and compliance. Colin is proficient in Uniform Act and Caltrans requirements and has extensive experience managing schedules, preparing reports and offer packages, and coordinating with appraisers, lenders, attorneys, and title and escrow agents. His background also includes negotiating with property owners and tenants, public outreach events, researching market conditions and comparables, notarizing easements as a commissioned Notary, and providing high- quality relocation advisory services. Highly organized and adaptable, Colin effectively balances complex communications with process-driven deadlines to keep projects moving forward.
Cheryl DeMucci, Quality Assurance/Quality Control Manager - Cheryl DeMucci brings extensive experience in right-of- way project delivery and serves as QA/QC Manager, overseeing quality assurance and control for appraisal, acquisition, relocation, and title and escrow services. Cheryl has worked with the City of Palmdale on the valuation of its Regional Airport, including leasehold valuation. She is highly knowledgeable in Uniform Act and Caltrans requirements, including Right-of-Way Certification, and ensures work products are accurate, compliant, and defensible. Cheryl’s strong leadership and communication skills, combined with her applied knowledge of property valuation, acquisition procedures, title research, relocation assistance, and local land-use regulations, support consistent, high-quality project delivery.
Dionisio Marquez, Relocation Manager - Dio has 30 years of experience in residential and commercial acquisition and relocation services for public agency projects. He is highly skilled in implementing relocation programs in compliance with the Uniform Act, Caltrans requirements, and federal guidelines, including FHWA, FTA, FAA, and HUD. Dionisio has successfully managed large-scale projects with strict schedules and budgets, ensuring exceptional service to both agencies and displaced parties. He is also bilingual (English/Spanish), enhancing communication with diverse stakeholders.
Dan Akins, Principal Acquisition Agent - Dan has 29 years of experience providing right-of-way and real estate acquisition services for public and private projects throughout Southern California. As a Principal Acquisition Agent, he leads acquisition teams and manages projects from planning through closeout, ensuring efficient delivery and regulatory compliance in multiple grade separation projects. Dan is highly skilled in acquisition strategy, property valuation, and negotiations, with a strong ability to work effectively with property owners, legal counsel, appraisers, and community stakeholders.
His deep knowledge of local land use regulations and Uniform Act requirements, combined with strong leadership and communication skills, supports the successful delivery of complex acquisition programs.
FIRM PROFILE
Serving Southern California since 1944, Parsons is one of the largest engineering and construction companies and is driven by core values of integrity, sustainability, innovation, quality, diversity, and safety. Parsons, a corporation, has offices in 34 states, operates in 25 countries, and has more than 20,000 personnel that offer a wide range of services in infrastructure, defense, and intelligence services. Parsons has a strong presence in Southern California with 5 offices that consist of more than 500 professionals who offer a wide range of transportation related services.
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Parsons, in partnership with Paragon Partners, is a trusted provider to the City of Palmdale—delivering current and past projects that enhance safety, improve mobility, and advance the City’s vision for sustainable growth. • Palmdale Boulevard Widening PN 653
• Rancho Vista Grade Separation, PN 914
• Avenue R Street Improvement, Section 130 PN 852
SUBCONSULTANTS AND TRUSTED PARTNERS
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B) QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF PROPOSER’S PERSONNEL • Avenue P Section 130, PN 852
TEAM MEMBER
Daniel Kachi, PE, Project Manager has experience in road and highway project management, design, quality assurance/ quality control procedures, drafting, cost estimating, and specification production, and he is knowledgeable in various roadway standards. Daniel’s attention to detail and project management style ensures the timely delivery of projects on schedule and within budget. He has a depth of experience and knowledge with City procedures, having worked alongside the City for the past 10 years. Daniel has extensive experience working with the project stakeholders including the City, Caltrans (District 7), California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), Southern California Edison (SCE), Palmdale Water District (PWD), and Antelope Valley Transit Authority (AVTA) specifically on City Projects (PN 652, 653, 787, 852, and 914).
FIRM PROFILE
Commonwealth Land Title Company provides a full range of escrow and title services to support right-of-way, public works, utility, and transportation projects of any size. With more than 20 years of specialized experience serving government agencies, our team is highly skilled in complex real-estate transactions, including acquisitions, easements, and major infrastructure improvements. Commonwealth currently supports numerous Southern California agencies on projects ranging from street widenings to large freeway and power transmission expansions. Backed by strong financial stability and a nationwide workforce, Commonwealth delivers reliable, high-quality service on every assignment.
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Coomonwealth has worked with Paragon on a number of projects. Below are a few examples:
• City of Palmdale | SR-138 Widening Right of Way
• California High-Speed Rail Authority
• City of Highland | Eminent Domain Services for SFR property (26377 9th Street) • City of Santa Clarita | Sierra Highway Bridge Project • City of Temecula | Diaz Road Expansion - Title Reports • County of Los Angeles |DPW - Title Services - Hasley Canyon Road at Interstate 5
TEAM MEMBERS
Chris Maziar, Assistant Vice President and Senior Title Officer , brings 40 years of experience in the title industry with extensive expertise in commercial and industrial title searching and examination. He has successfully overseen thousands of full and partial takes over the past 15 years and works effectively with property owners, attorneys, lenders, and right-of-way firms. As a seasoned Title Officer, Chris makes informed underwriting decisions, resolves issues that may cloud title, and proactively identifies and addresses potential problems to minimize cost and delay for clients. Known for his strong communication, leadership, and time-management skills, he consistently ensures thorough, accurate, and efficient title review on complex projects.
Grace U. Kim, Assistant Vice President and Commercial Escrow Officer, brings over 31 years of experience in the real estate industry, supported by a Bachelor of Science in Economics. She began her career with a mortgage lender before moving into escrow, where she handled a wide range of complex transactions including bulk sales, right -of-way and government acquisitions, bankruptcies, and foreclosure sales. Before joining Commonwealth Title Company in 2011, Grace spent nine years with Stewart Title of California as a Senior Commercial Escrow Officer, closing transactions up to $8 billion and single projects involving more than 570 parcels. Her extensive experience and strong technical expertise make her a trusted lead on large-scale, high-risk commercial escrow assignments.
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B) QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF PROPOSER’S PERSONNEL
FIRM PROFILE
Bradford Thompson, MAI, AI-GRS, SR/WA and Scott J. Thompson, MAI, AI-GRS, SR/WA specialize in complex litigation appraisal matters. Assignments include eminent domain, both direct condemnation and inverse condemnation matters, possessory and partial interests, review appraisal, assessment appeals, and estate administration. Thompson & Thompson was established January 2020.
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Bradford Thompson, MAI, AI-GRS, SR/WA and Scott J. Thompson, MAI, AI-GRS, SR/WA have appraised large scale multiple-parcel projects as well as individual properties within the past ten (10) years. Recent assignments have included:
• 300+ parcel/ownerships for California High Speed Rail Project; property types vary from railroad corridors, row crops, orchards, industrial complexes, storage facilities, residences, vacant land, water issues, etc. • Brightline West High Speed Rail Project between Rancho Cucamonga and Las Vegas • 1,600+/- Antelope Valley parcels for acquisition for the Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts • 800+/- parcels for electrical transmission corridors for Southern California Edison, including the Tehachapi Renewables Transmission Project (TRTP) substations and transmission corridor in Kern and Los Angeles counties
TEAM MEMBERS
Bradford Thompson, President and Managing Partner of Thompson & Thompson, established 2020. Entered the appraisal field in 1989, and was with the appraisal firm of Mason and Mason from 1991thru 2019, Partner 2006 thru 2019. Expertise includes research, consulting, appraisal report preparation, and expert testimony for a variety of property types, including industrial, commercial, retail, office, vacant acreage, and single and multi-family residential properties. Property valuations for eminent domain both full and partial acquisitions, inverse condemnation, property tax appeals, possessory interests, corridor valuation, and asset management/estate valuation.
FIRM PROFILE
Scott Enterprises Appraisal and Consulting, Inc. is a Sacramento-based appraisal firm providing comprehensive valuation and consulting services for a wide range of commercial and residential property types. With more than two decades of industry experience, the firm offers reliable appraisal and appraisal review services supported by strong analytical methods and deep knowledge of California real estate markets. The company is led by a Certified General Appraiser and licensed Real Estate Broker with advanced professional designations, ensuring work that meets the highest standards of accuracy, clarity, and compliance. Scott Enterprises serves public agencies, private clients, financial institutions, and legal professionals throughout Northern California, delivering dependable, well-supported valuation solutions.
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
The following are Right-of-Way projects Janet Scott was involved on with Paragon:
• Appraisal review work for the City of Fresno, for the Blackstone Smart Mobility Project • Appraisal review work for the City of Wheatland related to the wastewater infrastructure expansion project • Appraisal review work for the City of El Monte, Area Y Park Project • Appraisal review work for Stanislaus Regional Transportation Authority (StanRTA)
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Janet Scott, MBA, MAI, SR/WA is a Certified General Appraiser located in Sacramento County, California. She is a licensed Real Estate Broker, and Owner of Scott Enterprises Appraisal and Consulting, Inc. Ms. Scott has completed appraisal and appraisal review work related to a variety of commercial and residential property types for over 20 years.
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Epic Land Solutions, Inc. (EPIC) is a full-service right -of-way consulting firm founded in California in 2000 and dedicated to creating land solutions for the public good. As Paragon’s sister company within the CLS family of companies, EPIC provides comprehensive support for all right -of-way needs across California.
For 25 years, EPIC has partnered with public agencies and engineering teams to make informed property acquisition decisions, avoid design impacts, and reduce construction risks. As a recognized Caltrans Certification specialist, the firm has delivered right-of-way and utility clearance services for major highway and interchange projects such as the SR-210 Base Line Interchange, SR-60 Central Avenue Interchange, and SR-60 Archibald Avenue Interchange for SBCTA; the I-15 Railroad Canyon Road Interchange for RCTC; and the SR-55 Improvement Project for OCTA.
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
• New School Construction Program, Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), Los Angeles County, CA • Mount Vernon Avenue Viaduct Replacement Over BNSF Intermodal Yard, San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (SBCTA), San Bernardino, CA
• North First Avenue Bridge Replacement Over BNSF Rail Yard, City of Barstow, CA • Ramon Road Widening & Bridge Replacement Phase II, Cities of Cathedral City and Palm Springs, CA
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Bernadette Salto, Utility Coordinator supports the Utility Services team by coordinating meetings with utility owners, managing dig alerts, preparing notification letters, and assembling utility certification files. She provides dependable proj- ect support through strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent time management. Bernadette is ex - perienced in ProjectWise and works closely with engineers to keep project documents organized and up to date. Prior to joining EPIC, she spent eight years as a project coordinator for an electrical contractor.
FIRM PROFILE
D. Woolley and Associates, Inc. (“DWA”) is a California S-Corporation and Small Business Enterprise (SBE), providing full- service land surveying to both private and public clients since 2003. They provide a range of surveying services, including topography, boundary, as-builts, aerial surveys via sUAS, construction staking, establishing and maintaining survey control points/benchmarks, map-checking, GIS, GPS, legal descriptions, easements, plats, right-of-way, monument perpetuation, subsurface utility locating, laser scanning, Records of Survey, Corner Records, lot line adjustments, earthwork/volume calculations, land title surveys, and more. Of its 20 employees, two are licensed Professional Land Surveyors (PLS), and eight are Land Surveyors in Training (LSIT). DWA staff are uniquely cross-trained in both field and office surveying. This integration of skill, communication, and full-process knowledge is central to our efficient business model. The team is among the best trained and equipped in California.
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
D. Woolley & Associates (DWA) has relevant experience working collaboratively with Paragon on the Orange County Sanitation District (OC San) Easement Evaluations contract, a multi-year effort with a not-to-exceed (NTE) value of $2,700,000. Under this contract, DWA and Paragon jointly perform field-based easement evaluations and related surveying services for OC San easements across multiple Southern California counties. The work generally includes on- site inspections, documentation of existing easement conditions, coordination of access, review of recorded property and easement information, identification of potential discrepancies or encroachments, and preparation of survey and mapping deliverables for selected easements requiring professional land surveying services, all in accordance with OC
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David Woolley is a seasoned land surveying professional with extensive public- and private-sector experience, including founding D. Woolley & Associates and serving as Interim and Contract City Surveyor for the City of Long Beach since 2008.
He oversees all QA/QC efforts for DWA and is recognized as an authority in mapping, boundary resolution, and stan - dard-of-care issues, serving as an expert witness in complex litigation throughout California. His background includes man- aging major public works and port projects—such as the Pier E Middle Harbor development and the Pier G Maintenance and Repair Building—requiring advanced coordination, technical oversight, and expertise in state laws, local ordinances, and high-precision construction surveying. His work with city and county agencies, combined with his leadership on de - manding, large-scale projects, underscores his reputation for accuracy, problem-solving, and deep regulatory knowledge.
FIRM PROFILE
Since 1968, Desmond, Marcello & Amster, LLC (DM&A) has provided clients in both the public and private sectors with expertise in the valuation of closely-held businesses, professional practices, and tangible and intangible assets, such as furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E), and goodwill. Since the enactment of the California Eminent Domain Law of 1976, DM&A has specialized in providing valuation services related to public agency property acquisition. DM&A’s profes- sional staff consists of 12 individuals, including both FF&E appraisers and goodwill loss appraisers. This multi-disciplinary capability enables DM&A to address complex valuation issues involving both appraisal disciplines. Further, the size of our professional staff enables DM&A to accommodate client needs on large projects with tight deadlines. Our professionals have extensive knowledge and expertise in the implementation of relevant California statutes and case law pertaining to FF&E and goodwill loss valuation.
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
DM&A and Paragon have partnered on projects for decades. Recent examples include:
• SJRRC Capital Improvement Project
• Sacramento Municipal Utility District - Rogelio Sanchez Farm • San Bernardino County Transportation Authority – West Valley Connector Project
TEAM MEMBER
Marcus Pigrom, FF&E Appraiser is a Partner at Desmond, Marcello & Amster with over 20 years of experience appraising furniture, fixtures, machinery, and equipment for eminent domain projects across California. Since joining the firm in 2005, he has completed hundreds of FF&E appraisal assignments for agencies such as Caltrans, the California High-Speed Rail Authority, LA Metro, SBCTA, and OCTA. Marcus’ expertise spans a wide range of business types including manufacturing facilities, service stations, restaurants, industrial operations, and mobile homes. He is highly skilled in coordinating with real estate appraisers to avoid duplication of compensation and in determining equipment classifications under CCP §1263.205. As an experienced expert witness, Marcus has testified in depositions and trials and provides litigation support related to fixtures and equipment valuation.
Prior to his appraisal career, he gained hands-on operational experience managing plant operations for a regional bottling company.
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FIRM PROFILE
Since its founding in 1965, Terracon has brought 60 years of invaluable experience. With a local team of 100+ professional personnel, they actively engage in challenging projects, reflecting their dedication to delivering exceptional services. As an employee-owned corporation, Terracon has become a thriving multi-discipline engi- neering consulting firm that provides environmental, geotechnical, facilities, and materials services. Their more than 8,000 professionals (nationwide) include engineers, scientists, architects, facilities experts, and field pro - fessionals focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide.
On-time and real-time data-driven insights, provided by their talented employee-owners, create an unmatched client experience that spans the lifecycle of any project.
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Terracon Consultants, Inc. and Paragon have partnered on projects for many years. Paragon’s Colin Valles works with Terracon to provide environmental services for projects including:
• Downey Lakewood Imperial Project, Los Angeles, CA
• City of Santa Ana: 2245 South Cypress Avenue, Santa Ana, CA • 128 E Warner Avenue, Orange County, CA
• 215 East Warner Avenue, Orange County, CA
TEAM MEMBER
Jennifer Van, Environmental Group Manager, Due Diligence has over 14 years of experience in the environ - mental consulting industry and currently leads Due Diligence operations for Southern California. She oversees a team of geologists and scientists responsible for managing due diligence projects across Southern California and Nevada. As the Authorized Project Reviewer for Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), Jennifer plays a critical role in ensuring quality and compliance. Her expertise spans various environmental investigations, including Phase I ESAs and Limited Subsurface Investigations (LSIs) for public works, agricultural, petroleum, and industrial properties. She is also experienced in developing Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans, conducting Limited Environmental Compliance Assessments (LECAs), ensuring regulatory compli- ance, and performing radon measurements as a certified provider.
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Paragon staff is prepared to immediately meet with key personnel and key stakeholders for the purposes of gathering and disseminating project information. We are aware that right of way procurement is on the critical path and that any delay in obtaining Right of Way Certification could adversely impact overall project schedules. Paragon’s Right-of-Way Certifications (ACE San Gabriel Trench) of 57 parcels was approved by Caltrans within 24 hours of submission. The immediate turnaround is a testament to our anticipatory and proactive approach to project certification and our Program Management prowess in general. In coordination with the City and Design Team, right of Way Cost estimates and the Caltrans Data Sheet will be updated. The estimate will serve to quantify all real estate related project costs. Paragon has prepared the estimates for numerous projects that have been used to establish budgets and/or supporting documentation for obtaining E-76 funding authorizations for the past 18 years. Moreover, on prior projects, Paragon has been 80% successful in overall (i.e., start to finish) real estate services budget forecasting. Each month an accounting, review, and update of all real estate related costs will be provided to the City with sufficient detail to flag anomalous changes and variances. Our Project Manager will also confer with the City as appropriate to ensure communication of all relevant budgetary matters. Brett Brown, Title Manager, and his team will review and evaluate all Preliminary Title Reports along with underlying documents of the impacted parcels. Findings, if any, such as reciprocal easements, restrictive covenants, Land-Sale Contracts, licenses, defects in chain of title, non-released liens, etc., which could have a design and/or cost impact on the City’s ability to obtain property rights, will promptly be brought to the attention of the Project Team – along with recommended resolutions.
PUBLIC OUTREACH
Paragon understands that public outreach and engagement are key elements to the success of the City’s grade separation project at the intersection of Rancho Vista Blvd. and Sierra Highway. In our experience, right-of-way acquisition for a grade separation or major corridor project can create measurable impacts to both local and regional businesses and homeowners. These impacts include disrupting access, reducing on-site parking, eliminating street parking, and creating noise, vibration, dust and light disturbances, to name a few. To moderate these affects, Paragon’s approach toward effective public engagement is creating an ongoing dialogue to promote citizens involvement and understanding at an early stage, encourage feedback, and enable clear responses from public agencies to foster a meaningful dialogue among all stakeholders. In our experience and most often, such dialogues can prompt mitigation measures that can avert project costs, delays, and adverse impacts.
The goals of Paragon’s public outreach activities are to:
• Describe to the general public how to become involved in public infrastructure decisions that affect them and their communities
• Encourage early, broad-reaching public engagement in major decisions and developments related to infrastructure improvement projects
• Ensure that the community understands the decision-making process related to the project • Increase awareness of planning activities including how and when the public is involved • Optimize notification of and engagement in the project within lower-income and culturally diverse neighborhoods and special needs populations
• Provide an effective method of evaluating the efficacy of its public outreach and engagement.
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How do we achieve these goals? Paragon employs the following strategies:
1. Early Stakeholder Identification and Property Owner Mapping a. Identify directly affected property owners (full and partial acquisitions) b. Tenants and property owners
c. Adjacent property owners
d. Community leaders and neighborhood groups
Conduct one-on-one introductory meetings before formal acquisition begins. Early and direct contact reduces anxiety and speculation, builds rapport, and surfaces property-specific concerns that may influence design or mitigation planning.
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VALUATION ACTIVITIES
After reviewing the right of way requirements for the Project, there are 16 properties that require a Temporary Construction Easement only. Paragon researched recently sold comparable sales for similar properties within the surrounding area and determined that a waiver valuation could be prepared in lieu of securing a narrative appraisal. A waiver valuation is an alternative to a narrative appraisal that may be used when acquiring real properties valued at $15,000 or less and when the acquisition is uncomplicated. In accordance with the Federal regulations, the Federal agency funding the project may approve a waiver valuation exceeding the $15,000 threshold, up to $35,000, if the agency acquiring the property rights provides a property owner with the option of having the agency appraise the property rights. We view this approach as a substantial savings in cost to the City.
Paragon’s appraiser will appraise the necessary permanent and temporary property rights required for the Project.
Valuations will include a determination of the Highest and Best Use of Properties, an analysis and determination of the “larger parcel” (as defined by: Use, Contiguity, Common Ownership) as well as severance damages, if applicable to partial acquisitions. All appraisals will be in compliance with Caltrans requirements and USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice). Additionally, appraisals will receive formal review in conformance with Caltrans policy. For the proposed Project, Paragon will ensure that each appraisal is reviewed by a qualified review appraiser and who will prepare a Review Appraiser Certificate. Noteworthy of consideration for valuation/acquisition/design coordination in this Project will be
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2. Host Property-Specific Impact Briefings to Improve Understanding a. Use exhibits showing proposed right-of-way visuals
b. Include driveway and utility impact diagrams
c. Present acquisition timelines and relocation rights
3. Conduct Transparent Acquisition and Relocation Education Workshops Explaining:
a. The appraisal process
b. Just compensation standards
c. Relocation assistance eligibility
d. The negotiation process
e. Property owner rights under state and federal law
4. Utilize Multi-Channel Communication Program
a. Project website with parcel-specific updates
b. Email/text notifications
c. Direct mailers
d. Social media updates
e. Dedicated project hotline or liaison point of contact
5. Community Liaison Program Add-Ons
a. Rapid-response issue resolution (24-48-hours)
b. On-site pop-up office hours for businesses
c. Coordination with local emergency services and delivery providers Paragon is highly experienced in working with property owners, government agencies, and other stakeholders to promote and effectively address public comments and concerns regarding right-of-way acquisition required for public projects. We implement a proactive approach to keep the public informed of planned activities, and maintain consistent communication to ensure their concerns are noted and are immediately addressed. Our technical personnel are skilled communicators, with excellent interpersonal skills, aware of the social and political environment, and highly experienced as to citizen and community expectations.
We employ various outreach assistance services which have included providing property ownership lists with contact information for use in mailings, the commitment of a Project Manager and Senior Right-of-Way Agent to lead community meetings and workshops, and the creation of GIS visual aids for presentations. We welcome the ability to advance public outreach and promote citizen engagement regarding the Project and look forward to leading multiple public meetings and attending a City Council meeting in support of City, the Project goals, and the community at large.
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larger parcel questions, significant impacts, loss of access, and full before and after appraisals which could be required.
ACQUISITION TASKS
Paragon’s team of acquisition agents will contact and negotiate in good faith with the property owner, owner’s agent, tenants and/or lessees (as required and appropriate) at appointed times convenient for them to present the formal written offer. The offer will be delivered in person, and the agent shall explain the relevant details of the acquisition. Most of the property owners are in the Palmdale area and the surrounding region. However, we have identified one property owner in another state (New York, NY), and to whom Paragon will prepare a certified mailing of the offer.
Paragon will prepare Receipt of Offer packages which list in detail all components of the offer delivered to the Owner. A thorough Quality Assurance /Quality Control (QA/QC) will be performed by the QA/QC Manager. The Acquisition agents will make contact either telephonically or in personal with Owners or their representative, (a minimum of three contacts) from the date the offer is tendered until the signing of a purchase and sale agreement. Paragon takes pride in its ability to successfully negotiate property and property rights agreements and settlements. Good interpersonal skills, a sound understanding of the facts and issues, and technical prowess, serve to optimize successful negotiating outcomes. In total, Paragon has acquired some 211 property interests on ACE’s behalf. There have been only four acquisitions that resulted in an eminent domain trial verdict. Stated differently, 98% of ACE acquisitions undertaken by Paragon have been successfully negotiated. Moreover, 83% of all acquisitions were consummated by Paragon without referral to ACE legal counsel for the initiation of eminent domain proceedings. The construction of grade separations requires intensive railroad coordination.
Paragon has interfaced and worked with Union Pacific Railroad, Burlington Northern Santa Fe, and Southern California Railroad Authority on multiple projects including the Alameda Corridor, ACE, Metro, High Speed Rail and the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.
UTILITY COORDINATION
Paragon’s team will prepare and issue Facility Map Requests (FMR) to utility owners requesting current information (as- built’ plans/facility mapping) for any existing facilities and planned future work within the proposed project limits. When received, we will provide the ‘as-built’ data to City to plot on a preliminary Utility Plan. Once a preliminary Utility Plan has been compiled, City will provide to Paragon for quality review of the preliminary Utility Plan and issue a Utility Verification Letter (UVL) to the utility owners for the owner’s review for correctness of the description and depiction of the utility facilities delineated on the preliminary Utility Plan.
To support 60% design level, Paragon will prepare and issue the Relocation Claim Letter (RCL) to each utility owner in conflict. Paragon’s team will collect the Utility Relocation Plans and submit to City for review. Once the final Utility Relocation Plans have been approved, Paragon’s team will prepare the Notice to Owner (NTO) for approval and issue the NTO to utility owners in franchise. For any utility owners not in franchise, Paragon will coordinate with the affected utility owner and City to develop any necessary Utility Agreements (UA). Once any necessary UAs have been approved and executed, Paragon will issue NTOs to those utility owners. If utility relocations cannot be completed prior to construction, then utility owners’ relocation work will need to be coordinated with the Project staging plan and performed concurrently with construction. It is the responsibility of the utility owner to obtain all Local Public Agency (LPA) permits necessary for any relocation. Paragon’s team can assist utility owners as necessary to obtain LPA permits.
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Paragon’s team is prepared to obtain utility certification documenting that utility interests have been secured and that all utility coordination activities were conducted in accordance with the applicable policies and procedures. During this process, Paragon will coordinate and attend certification planning activities and meet with the City, project partners, and stakeholders to determine project requirements. Paragon’s team will prepare the utility Liability Package that will include the Report of Investigation form and compilation of the necessary backup documents. The Liability Package can include signed approved relocation plans, owner’s liability claim letter, owner’s estimate of cost, a copy of the proposed Utility Agreement, a copy of the proposed Notice to Owner, and any other relevant supporting documents. Paragon will evaluate utility submittals for correctness and consistency prior to Caltrans review and approval as part of the Project Certification process.
Southern California Edison (SCE) activities will be on the critical path of the overall utility relocation schedule due to their extensive and lengthly design requirements and the sequential nature of their internal review and design processes.
Preparation, coordination, and acceptance of these documents are prerequisites for SCE to begin their internal engineering and scheduling. Any delays or revisions in these materials will directly affect SCE’s start date and, therefore, the overall utility relocation critical path.
RAILROAD CORRDINATION
Paragon is currently working on two active projects with the City of Palmdale and has a good understanding of the acquisition process for UPRR, LA Metro, and Metrolink. Paragon’s team has the depth of expertise and resources to engage Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) and LA Metro in the process of securing required TCEs, Aerial Easements, abutment easements, which may be required on the two railroad properties integral to the Rancho Vista Boulevard Grade Separation Project, while meeting or exceeding the City’s expectations for quality, cost, and schedule attainment. UPRR has a ‘timely’ and rigid procedural process that needs to be followed to obtain right-of-way clearances for construction purposes. Paragon’s team is intimately familiar with railroad coordination. The application review time can take several months, which is why it is important to begin the application review process as early as possible to avoid delays in the project schedule. Paragon is also familiar with Construction and Maintenance Agreements generally used for projects such as this.
The following steps illustrate a progressive approach to railroad coordination, wherein Paragon will:
• Engagewith railroad real estate personnel, project and possibly engineering staff to review project plans and impacts to railroad operations; determine the decision maker(s) for this region at the railroad.
• Coordinate with railroad personnel to ensure all steps of the application review process are being met. Obtain copies of UPRR’s standard Construction, Operations & Maintenance Agreements (C&M Agreements) that will likely serve as the main agreement between the City and the railroad.
• Constantly monitor the progress of the Project as it impacts the railroad operations.
While LA Metro is the underlying fee owner of the subject parcel, Metrolink currently operates train service on the properties. Before Metro can consider any offer, it is necessary that Metrolink review and approve the project plans first.
Paragon is familiar with the necessary steps required to review project plans and impacts to railroad operations and is therefore prepared to coordinate with railroad real estate and engineering staff. As an aside, Metrolink’s Chief Strategist is Paragon’s Corporate Broker’s tennis partner. This relationship shoud be beneficial.
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APN: 3022-024-902 (LA
Metro) View of Aerial
Easement Area
The Paragon Team has extensive and continual experience working with Union Pacific Rail Road and Metrolink for past and present projects
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE IMPLEMENTATION
The scope of work identifies the full-fee acquisition of two parcels. One of the two parcels contains a commercial strip center. The strip center is occupied by five (5) commercial business tenants. Relocation advisory and relocation assistance will be required for each commercial tenant on the property. Paragon recognizes the complexity of relocating businesses and the added challenges associated with relocating a liquor store, a franchise restaurant, and a dry-cleaning business.
Dionisio Marquez, our Relocation Manager, will ensure that all displacees begin to receive relocation advisory services at the time of appraisal field services. The relocation agent will accompany the real estate and furniture, fixtures, and equipment appraisers during their field inspection. The participation of the relocation agent at this critical junction helps alleviate tenant concerns and will address possible future conflicts between improvements pertaining to reality (IPR) and real estate.
Paragon will also recommend the use and issuance of the Notice of Intent to Acquire during the appraisal process. This step will provide as much lead time as possible to the impacted businesses. Paragon knows that some of the impacted businesses will require permits and licenses from local planning departments, health departments, and state agencies such as the California Alcoholic Beverage Control Department.
The Paragon relocation team will provide a comprehensive relocation assistance program tailored to each business displaced by the Project. Services will be provided in such a manner to ensure that consistent and fair treatment is given to each displacee. This will include conducting personal interviews to obtain operational information; providing and explaining notices and informational brochures; being responsive and addressing each situation individually. Our overall and relocation assistance process is designed to minimize hardship and be responsive to unique project circumstances.
This includes evaluating property improvements and personal property for each business, observing business equipment and making inquiries as to use and function, and gaining an understanding of the business operation.
Paragon’s Relocation Agents will ensure that relocation efforts conform to the federal Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, as amended (42 U.S.C. 4601 et seq.) and the California Relocation Act (Gov. Code 7260 et seq.) and the applicable implementing regulations and guidelines, including the CalTrans Right of Way Manual.
Paragon will provide the required relocation notices including the General Information Notice, Notice of Eligibility, 90- Day Notice to Vacate and Relocation Informational Brochures. Agents will work with the displacee by providing referrals to alternative sites for consideration. Agents will further assist the displacee by obtaining moving bids and providing information to the extent of the financial assistance available to aid with the cost of moving and successfully relocating the business from their current location to a replacement location. Once a replacement site is selected, Agents will help the displacees plan and complete their move. Relocation agents will also calculate eligible relocation expenses. Agents will complete relocation claim forms for the displacee’s signature and submit to the City for approval, processing and payment.
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ESCROW COORDINATION
Once a settlement agreement has been reached with a property owner, Paragon will assist in moving the escrow towards file closure. Paragon will also assist the owner with completing the documents, and if required, obtain partial and full reconveyances or subordination agreements from existing lenders.
CALTRANS RIGHT OF WAY CERTIFICATION
We will coordinate with Caltrans and prepare all of the necessary certifications, as required pursuant Chapter 13, Section
13.10 of the Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures Manual, and ensure that all schedules of right of way certifications are met before the Project proceeds to construction. As soon as the Project is underway, we will work with the City and all stakeholders to begin the right of way certification process, which includes gathering information and supporting documentation for the following:
Right of way mapping with the square footage calculations of the partial acquisition easements and type of estate to be acquired;
• Appraisal documents;
• Appraisal review documents;
• Signed contracts and conveyance documents;
• Administrative settlements, when required, and;
• Environmental documentation
Upon obtaining the necessary right of way documents for the Project, a FINAL comprehensive Right of Way Certification package will be forwarded to Caltrans District 7 office for review and approval
PROJECT CLOSEOUT
We will coordinate with the City to ensure that all pertinent real estate records relating to valuation, acquisition, relocation planning/assistance, property management, eminent domain, etc. are complete and submitted to the City in both hard copy and electronically. These relevant records as well as parcel files will be maintained by Paragon for a minimum period consistent with the City records retention requirements. Records may also require audit by Caltrans, FHWA, etc. If that should occur, we will support the process as directed by the City. To date, Paragon’s Grade Separation Project right of way work has been subjected to two FHWA audits. The outcome of each of these audits was “No Findings”. In cases where the City has acquired property that is later deemed excess to Project needs, we will appraise, market, and sell these properties on the City’s behalf – consistent with California’s updated Surplus Land Act dictates. Appropriate coordination and notification will occur with Caltrans and funding agencies to ensure that the City may use proceeds from property sales for other qualifying projects.
QUALITY ASSURANCE/QUALITY CONTROL
We will ensure that contact with each property owner or tenant for each individual parcel or unit is accurately documented, maintained and made available to the City during throughout and at the end of the project. The Acquisition Agents will record detailed entries by the following business day; the Project Manager and/or the QA/QC Manager, will complete consistent reviews of file entries or logs for accuracy and completeness. Any changes in phone number, address, email, are immediately noted in the agent logs. The QA/QC Manager will also review offer packages before they are sent to the property owner, as well as close-out documentation per parcel for accuracy and completeness.
The Paragon Team has extensive and continual experience working with Caltrans District 7 on grade separation projects over the last three decades.
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Paragon is committed to the idea that good quality assurance and quality control measures are the result of quality planning, technical review, quality checks, and work performance. Paragon team members are to perform all ROW activities, under Paragon’s scope, in accordance with the quality assurance practices. All Paragon staff shall be responsible for the implementation of the quality assurance and quality control measures throughout the term of the Project.
ADDITIONAL SERVICES AS NECESSARY
EMINENT DOMAIN COORDINATION
We will interface and coordinate with the City’s legal counsel for real estate transactional and eminent domain case filings and case prosecution, as appropriate and required. For occasions where an impasse in negotiations is encountered or for strategic reasons we may recommend adoption of a Resolution of Necessity. We will also prepare all attendant documentation such as; Notice of Public Hearings, Resolutions, Staff Reports, along with requisite presentation material.
We will also be available to participate in mediations and depositions requisite to bringing about negotiated settlements.
Our staff will also provide input and evaluations as it pertains to expert witness selection, trial strategy, and settlement proposal receptivity - all of which we have extensive experience with.
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
If required, Paragon will provide both interim and long term property management. We will undertake all measures to ensure that the property is secured. Measures include window/door board-up, fencing, door lock resetting/replacement, and notification to local law enforcement and City personnel. For those properties that will require the demolition of improvements, we will undertake building surveys to ascertain the presence of hazardous material such as Lead Paint and Asbestos. In the event the Project temporarily creates revenue generating assets, such as rented facilities, staff will administer leases collect rents, be responsible for landlord/tenant relations and provide overall management to leased facilities.
ENVIRONMENTAL SITE ASSESSMENT
Two properties have been identified as full-fee acquisition. In cooperation with the City, Paragon will secure a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment to determine the likelihood of contamination on the properties. A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment is a due diligence process to identify potential contamination on a property as it is crucial for real estate transactions to protect buyers from liability by reviewing historical records and conducting site inspections.
DEMOLITION & CLEARANCE SERVICES
Paragon will coordinate the necessary demolition and clearance activities in accordance with Caltrans procedures. All improvements and personal property will be carefully inspected to determine whether the improvements should be sold, demolished or removed. These activities will be done in an orderly and cost efficient manner. Paragon ensures that all activities are performed for Project close out.
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SCOPE OF WORK DELIVERABLES
TASK DELIVERABLES
Project
Management
• Kick-Off meeting with the City to discuss project details, concerns, budgets and overall approach • Implement strategic steps to meet goals and timelines • Prepare and implement an effective project management plan • Meet with the City on a regular basis to report progress of expected deliverables, including the identification of critical project action items
• Conduct research and analyses to support the goals and objectives of the project • Monitor and update project schedules
• Participate in project and public meetings, as required • Implement strategic steps to meet goals and timelines • Prepare and implement an effective project management plan • Conduct research and analyses to support the goals and objectives of the Project • Manage and maintain thorough QA/QC of all acquisition plans, case files, and parcel diaries Title • Preliminary Title Reports (40)
• Exception Reports (40)
Appraisal • Notice of Intent to Appraise
• 23 Appraisal report and summary statement covering 26 parcels • Waiver Valuation Report for 14 Parcels
• FF&E Appraisal
• 23 Appraisal Reviews covering 26 Parcels with accompanying formal review reports Acquisition • Offer Packages (37)
• Acquisition agreements for each transaction
• Executed deeds for each property interest transfer
• Parcel files (40)
Escrow
Coordination
• Escrow documentation and final settlement statement
• Escrow refund check
• Final recorded deeds
Environmental • Two Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Reports Relocation • Review/ update CalTrans Relocation Impact Document • Issue Notice of Intent to Acquire
• Tenant Interviews
• Issue Notices of Eligibility (5 known)
• Obtain Bids/Move Coordination
• Issue 90-day Information Notice
• Relocation claim packets
• Certificate of Vacancy
• Closed Relocation Files
Utility
Coordination
• Utility Research and Preliminary Utility Plans
• Utility Relocation Coordination and Utility Plan Sheets • Utility Agreements, as appropriate
• Caltrans Utility Certification, including High/Low risk assessment ROW
Certification
• Caltrans ROW Certification acceptable to Caltrans District 7 PAGE 23
C) PROJECT APPROACH
An aspect of Paragon's ability to manage risk (Budget, Schedule, Political) well stems from the evaluation and assessment of risk. Accordingly, Paragon uses a risk register to better and more timely project risk.
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C) PROJECT APPROACH
EXAMPLE PROJECT SCHEDULE
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D) PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
The City of Palmdale is soliciting proposals from right of way consultants to secure and certify the right of way for the construction of the Rancho Vista Boulevard Grade Separation Project. The City of Palmdale is proposing to construct the railroad grade separation of Rancho Vista Boulevard at both Sierra Highway and the double-track at-grade crossing of the Southern California Regional Rail Authority (SCRRA) Metrolink and Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) tracks. The project consists of a six-lane grade separation (overpass) of Rancho Vista Boulevard at its intersection with the railroad tracks east of Sierra Highway, to include access ramps to Sierra Highway. Paragon understands that the City seeks to acquire property rights from 37 property owners covering 40 parcels in support of the Project. Paragon’s experience, understanding of grade separation projects, capable professional staff, and proven management processes will ensure success of entire right of way process for the Rancho Vista Boulevard Grade Separation Project.
RELEVANT PROJECT EXAMPLE:
RELEVANT PROJECT EXAMPLE
The initial review of the McKinley Street Alternative 2 Connector Road Option – loop connector road design element, revealed a striking similarity to the Puente Avenue Grade Separation Project and the Nogales Street at Valley Blvd. Grade Separation Project Paragon Partners has successfully completed for the Alameda Corridor East Construction Authority (ACE). The design for Puente Avenue also had a loop connector. This project required the acquisition of 26 parcels and the relocation of 9 businesses and 5 residences. More importantly, special considerations were made for the businesses that remained in the Project location while the Project was under construction. Similarly, the McKinley Street project alternative shows that the Outback and Denny’s restaurants will remain while other surrounding businesses are demolished to facilitate construction of the loop connector road. Paragon will work closely with businesses to thoroughly understand their particular operational and essential aspects (signage, visibility, access, etc.) for the purpose of developing customized solutions to Project impacts. Paragon has a wealth of experience in dealing with these very issues. Specifically, Paragon has been wholly responsible for full service right of way for over a dozen grade separation projects in Southern California.
The Nogales Street at Valley Blvd. Grade Separation Project also included a loop connector road. Numerous established businesses were adversely impacted and needed to be relocated. Namely, there was a faith based church, a liquor store,
PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
APN 3022-001-011, This parcel is improved with an
industrial business. It was determined that an only a
temporary construction easement was required. Paragon
understands that importance of mitigating the impacts
to the businesses during the construction duration. The construction contractor can manage the construction in a way to always allow continued ingress and egress on the property.
APN 3005-004-099, This parcel is commercial vacant land.
It was determined that a partial fee acquisition and a
temporary construction easement was required on the
parcel. While the property is currently vacant, it is crucial to engage with the property owner early in the process
to ensure that the proposed acquisition does not impact future development plans for the parcel.
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D) PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
a gasoline service station, a bar, along with other commercial enterprises. Paragon negotiators acquired requisite real and personal property rights and managed the careful, timely, and successful relocation of all the impacted commercial enterprises. Paragon has assembled a team which has worked together on the completion of many grade separations, from preliminary engineering through construction management and the ultimate marketing and sale of excess remnant land.
The Paragon team has the title experts, MAI appraisers, and specialty appraisers including Railroad, Fixtures & Equipment, Leasehold Bonus Value, Improvements Pertaining to the Realty, and Business Goodwill. Our management team works diligently and cohesively through the valuation, acquisition, relocation, and property management real estate phases with a thorough understanding and immense experience with grade separations – with Caltrans oversight.
RELOCATION UNDERSTANDING
As previously noted, the project requires the acquisition of a commercial strip center property and the five commercial businesses that occupy it. Paragon performed a site visit on January 13, 2026, and identified the following occupants: Kwik Stop Liquor & Market, Louisiana Famous Fried Chicken, Lee’s Hair Boutique, Expert Textile Restoration & Dry-Cleaners Inc., and Diamond’s Beauty Supply. Three of these businesses will require substantial time, coordination and collaboration in order to successfully relocate the businesses and minimize potential loss of business goodwill claims and litigation.
Kwik Stop Liquor & Market is fully licensed liquor store that is allowed to sell all types of alcoholic beverages for off-site consumption (Type 21) and therefore encounters many challenges, starting with available sites. Typically liquor stores do not move or go out of business, so there is a high probability that once a replacement site is located, the business will need to secure a Conditional Use Permit from the Palmdale Planning Department. The relocation of the business will also require obtaining a premise-to-premise transfer from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.
Louisiana Famous Fried Chicken is franchise restaurant. The relocation of this business will need to conform to franchise contracts. In many instances the franchise agreements limit the areas of operation which will add a layer of complexity to selecting a location. The business will need to secure permits from the Palmdale Planning Department and Los Angeles County Department of Public Health – Environmental Health Division.
Expert Textile Restoration & Dry Cleaners Inc. is a dry-cleaning business. Dry cleaning businesses require zoning clearance as well as environmental permits from the local Air Quality Management District and the Los Angeles County Sanitation District. Depending on the age of dry-cleaning equipment there may be a need to modify or substitute the equipment to comply with current Airborne Toxic Control Measures.
Nogales Street at Valley Blvd. Grade Separation
Featuring the Loop Connector Street Transition
Puente Avenue Grade Separation which
Included a Connector Road and Preserved a
Viable Long Standing Business
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SPECIAL ISSUES AND POTENTIAL MITIGATIONS
Paragon has researched project information, examined right of way exhibits and has visited the project area to understand potential issues that, if not adequately planned for and addressed, could surface as concerns when dealing with the property owners and tenants of impacted properties. Paragon’s team prepared a preliminary assessment of the properties impacted by the Rancho Vista Boulevard Grade Separation. We have studied the 40 parcels and 8 businesses that are anticipated to be impacted along with possible issues that may be addressed by the property owners and tenants.
Driveway Access or Ingress/Egress Limitations: For more than one of the Project impacted parcels, property acquisitions and construction may impact the ingress/egress (driveway aprons), thus having an adverse impact on the flow of automobiles and trucks to and from businesses along Rancho Vista Boulevard. While the scope of work identifies these parcels as requiring a Temporary Construction Easement only, there will still be limited impacts to the businesses for the construction duration. Alternative construction hours so driveway access can be maintained during general business hours to allow for continued access to the property. If normal business activity includes truck deliveries at night, protocols can be established to assure site access to the business. Driveways can be trenched and covered with steel plates, engineered to support the weight of trucks including semi-trailer trucks.
APN:3022-011-016 – View
of Driveway and Temporary
Construction Easement Area
D) PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
Kwik Stop Liquor 3 Louisiana Famous Fried Chicken, Expert Textile Restoration, and Dry-Cleaners Inc.
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Our proposed right-of-way professionals have extensive industry experience and represent all disciplines involved in real estate right-of-way consulting. Mark Mendoza will serve as Principal-in-Charge, providing executive oversight and strategic guidance for the project. He will ensure quality, compliance, and alignment with client objectives while supporting the team and facilitating timely decision-making. Colin Valles will serve as Project Manager, leading a skilled team of professionals who will leverage their extensive experience and expertise to ensure the successful delivery of this contract. Colin will be the City’s main point of contact. Resumes of key staff are included on the following pages.
ROW/ACQUISITION
* DAN AKINS, MRED
Principal Acquisition Agent
WALT D. LAUDERDALE, JR.
Principal Acquisition Agent
* PROJECT MANAGER
COLIN VALLES
TITLE
* DIONISIO MARQUEZ, R/W- RAC
Relocation Manager
LAURA MASCARENAS
Relocation Agent
SUBCONSULTANTS
ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
* PRINCIPAL AND CORPORATE BROKER
MARK T. MENDOZA, MRED
APPRAISAL
THOMPSON &THOMPSON
APPRAISAL REVIEW
SCOTT ENTERPRISES APPRAISAL
FF&E APPRAISAL
DMA
ROW ENGINEER
PARSONS
SURVEY
D. WOOLLEY & ASSOCIATES
PROJECT COORDINATOR/CONTROLS/PUBLIC OUTREACH
JOYCE MONACO
Project Controls
E) PROPOSED PERSONNEL
* QA/QC MANAGER
CHERYL DEMUCCI, SR/WA, R/W-RAC
BRETT BROWN
Title Agent
ROB HARDIN
Title Agent
RELOCATION
*KEY TEAM MEMBERS
ENVIRONMENTAL
TERRACON
TITLE REPORTS
COMMONWEALTH LAND TITLE
UTILITY COORDINATION
EPIC LAND SOLUTIONS
VICKI JONES
Project Coordinator
ROBBY RIGGS
Public Outreach Coordinator
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MARK T. MENDOZA, MRED
PRINCIPAL/CORPORATE BROKER
Mark Mendoza has 40 years of practical experience in real estate program management, real estate acquisition, relocation assistance, public infrastructure projects, real estate administration, and public policy. As a Southern California native, he started his real estate career working for the County of Los Angeles, then went on to work as a Principal Negotiator for LA Metro Real Estate and Joint Development Department (formerly known as LACTC), and led the Real Property department for the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California before joining Paragon. As Senior Vice President, Mark manages and directs a varied set of challenging right-of-way public projects in California.
RELATED EXPERIENCE
CALIFORNIA HIGH SPEED RAIL AUTHORITY | HIGH SPEED RAIL PROJECT Mark was the project director, overseeing Paragon’s right-of-way acquisition services for multiple segments of the project. He provided leadership to the team and identified and overcame project constraints in order to meet the project established goals, following compliance with state and federal regulations.
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY | WEST VALLEY
CONNECTOR, BRT PROJECT
Mark is overseeing the right-of-way acquisition, relocation, property management and demolition of Segment 3 of the Bus Rapid Transit Project. He provided mitigation strategies to best manage the Agency’s financial resources and lessen impacts to property owners. Mark ensures that Paragon’s team follows FTA circulars and California state regulations.
ORANGE COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT (OCSD) | RIGHT-OF-WAY AND PROPERTY
MANAGEMENT SERVICES
Paragon provides right-of-way management to OCSD to improve the monitoring of its properties, better manage risk, maximize license and lease revenues, and reduce costs. Mark managed the rights analysis for over 400 miles of OCSD trunk lines. He worked with Paragon’s title department to review all interests owned by OCSD for pipeline, trunk systems, pump stations, sewers, easement grants, railroad crossings, flood control permits, Caltrans encroachment permits, and rights pursuant to the State of California Health and Safety Code Section 6518.
ALAMEDA CORRIDOR–EAST CONSTRUCTION AUTHORITY (ACE) | GATEWAY TO AMERICA
PROJECT
Mark is the real estate program director responsible for the planning, coordination, and supervision of turn-key right-of-way services for the Alameda Corridor-East (ACE) Construction Authority for the “Gateway to America” Project. In his role, he managed 14 grade separations and rail improvements at 55 Union Pacific Railroad grade crossings from East Los Angeles to the City of Pomona. He managed a team that provided appraisal, acquisition, relocation, title/escrow, and property management services, in addition to obtaining Caltrans Right-of-way Certification of all projects.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS | ON CALL REAL ESTATE AND
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SERVICES
As Right-of-way Project Director. Mark provided the County with as-needed real estate services for more than 17 years. He worked with the County of Los Angeles Chief Executive Office to provide Property Management/Lease Negotiation Services for more than 100 properties for the County’s Department of Public Works. He managed a team which coordinated with the Leasing
EDUCATION
Master of Science, Real
Estate Development (MRED),
University of Southern
California, School of Urban
Planning & Development
Bachelor of Science,
Business Administration,
concentration in Real
Estate Finance and Urban
Economics, University of
Southern California
CERTIFICATIONS &
LICENSES
Licensed California Real
Estate Broker, No. 01445764
PROFESSIONAL
AFFILIATIONS
Commissioner, County of Los
Angeles Citizens Redistricting
Commission - Resides in 5th
District
Alameda Corridor
Transportation Authority
(ACTA) Relocation Appeals
Board, Panel Member
National Association of
Realtors, Member
Orange County Association of
Realtors, Member
40 YEARS OF
EXPERIENCE
E) PROPOSED PERSONNEL
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Section Chief, determined and confirmed if the Departments should remain in their current locations, prepared Broker’s opinion of values, and proposed lease terms and rental rates. Mark managed a team which provide real estate services for the acquisition of a new location for the County’s Fleet and Workforce Support Division operating at the Hollydale Yard facility. Paragon’s team coordinated with the County staff to identify site and operational requirements for a replacement facility. His team developed a scope of work, divided into phases, and established a project timeline with milestones for key deliverables.
JURUPA COMMUNITY SERVICES | WATER FACILITY EXPANSION | PROJECT DIRECTOR Mark is the project director, overseeing projects for the Jurupa Community Services water expansion projects. He is working the agency in providing oversight of title research, valuation services and acquisition services.
CITY OF FONTANA | SIERRA AVENUE WIDENING PROJECT
As Project Director, Mark provided oversight for Paragon’s services for the acquisition of 77 parcels impacted by this project.
In his role, he worked with the City to identify cost-saving strategies and implement structured approaches to acquisition and negotiation, including obtaining cost-saving waiver valuations for properties with minimal impacts.
CITY OF CORONA | MCKINLEY STREET GRADE SEPARATION PROJECT As Right-of-way Program Director, Mark directed the real estate efforts for this project. His team provided right-of-way project management, including obtaining title reports and appraisal reports, and providing acquisition, relocation, and property management services. In addition to his supervisory activities, Mark worked with the design engineer to minimize property acquisition to impacted parcels.
CITY OF HIGHLAND | SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PROJECTS
As Right-of-way Program Manager, Mark managed a team to acquire 40 temporary construction easements for the construction of new curb and gutters, sidewalks and driveway approaches for two federally funded safe routes to school projects. Mark recognized an alternative acquisition strategy that would compensate property owners as well as save money for the city.
Paragon prepared the Right-of-way Certification and worked with Caltrans District 8 to obtain approved certification for both projects within three months.
LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Right-of-way Project Director. Mark provided professional consultation services and real property acquisition services for residential and commercial properties for future school sites. The following projects represent his extensive experience with LAUSD: Gratts Primary Center, Central Region Elementary Schools No. 14 & 17, and Hooper New Primary Center.
METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA LOS ANGELES As Real Estate Manager, prior to joining Paragon, Mark was department manager for MWD. His responsibilities included planning, coordination, and supervision of MWD’s Real Estate Services Department. The department consisted of staff members, including the appraisal and cost studies division, the real property acquisition and relocation assistance division, the property management/ asset management division, and the property annexation division. He supervised division managers, and established project budgets.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY Real Estate Principal Negotiator. Prior to joining Paragon, Mark served as a principal negotiator for the acquisition of real estate, business, and personal property for Metro Rail Construction Corporation and Southern California Regional Rail Authority (SCRRA) joint projects. He was responsible for the acquisition and relocation of displaced businesses, homeowners, and tenants. He also prepared special reports and recommendations for the board of supervisors.
MARK T. MENDOZA | PAGE 2
E) PROPOSED PERSONNEL
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COLIN VALLES
PROJECT MANAGER
Colin Valles has 8 years of experience on a wide variety of projects in the public and private sectors. A licensed California real estate agent, he is skilled in obtaining the rights for public and private properties. Colin is detail oriented, with strong QA/QC skills, and is often called upon to review acquisition documents. He specializes in working with property owners to advance the progress on projects. Colin is proficient in Uniform Act and Caltrans regulations. His assignments have included managing schedules; preparing reports and offer packages; coordinating with appraisers, lenders, attorneys, and title and escrow agents; negotiating with tenants and property owners; researching market conditions and comparables; notarizing easements as a commissioned Notary; and providing high-quality relocation advisory services. Colin is a highly organized and versatile professional who can switch gears from complex communications to process-oriented deadlines easily.
RELATED EXPERIENCE
CITY OF PALMDALE | AVENUE P (RANCHO VISTA BOULEVARD) AT SIERRA HIGHWAY
RAILROAD CROSSING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
Paragon is currently providing right-of-way support services to the Parsons and the City of Palmdale for the Avenue P (Rancho Vista Boulevard) at Sierra Highway Railroad Crossing Improvement Project. Colin is responsible for acquiring permanent and temporary property interests from UPRR, Metro and Metrolink, and one private owner. The City is proposing to improve the intersection at Avenue P and Sierra Highway. Colin is responsible for securing appraisals, preparing offer letters and corresponding documents, and negotiating with the respective property owners.
CITY OF PALMDALE | SR-138 5TH STREET EAST TO 10TH STREET EAST PHASE 1 PROJECT The California Department of Transportation, District 7, in cooperation with the City of Palmdale widened both Palmdale Boulevard (SR-138) and Sierra Highway from two lanes to three lanes in each direction. As project coordinator, Colin was responsible for preparing offer packages, quality control of plats and legal descriptions, coordinating meetings with property owners, and contacting property owners for follow up.
CITY OF IRVINE | IRVINE BUSINESS COMPLEX (IBC) SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENT PROJECT PHASES I & II
The project involves the construction of sidewalks, driveways, curbs, and gutters throughout the Irvine Business Complex. To accomplish this, the Paragon team is obtaining permanent and temporary construction easements from property owners, primarily of commercial ownership.
Colin as the acquisition agent, meets with property owners, conducts negotiations, and secures signed documents.
CITY OF DOWNEY | LAKEWOOD IMPERIAL IMPROVEMENT
Paragon is providing right-of-way acquisition of temporary construction easements and partial property fee acquisitions from 6 property owners for roadway improvements project at the intersection of Lakewood and Imperial. As project coordinator, Colin is overseeing the coordination of appraisals, negotiations with property owners, coordination of escrow, and coordination with the City.
CITY OF LAKE FOREST | BAKE PARKWAY AT TRABUCO ROAD/IRVINE BOULEVARD Paragon is performing right-of-way appraisal and acquisition services for a single property take along Bake Parkway from SCE ownership. Colin is responsible for communications and document control.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Urban
Planning, Arizona State
University
CERTIFICATIONS &
LICENSES
Licensed California Real
Estate Salesperson No.
02160823
Public Notary, California
PROFESSIONAL
AFFILIATIONS
International Right-of-way
Association, Member
8 YEARS OF
EXPERIENCE
E) PROPOSED PERSONNEL
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CITY OF LAKE FOREST | EL TORO RD AT PORTOLA PARKWAY
Colin performed a central role in the project coordination of Paragon’s work obtaining preliminary title reports, coordinating appraisal reports, preparing offer packages and documents necessary for acquisition, and assisting in moving escrow towards file closure.
CITY OF LAKE FOREST | JERONIMO ROAD WIDENING
Colin is responsible for coordinating with the appraiser, negotiating with property owners, and providing escrow support. The City of Lake Forest is constructing road improvements on El Toro Road and Paragon is providing right-of-way support for the project.
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY TRANSIT AUTHORITY (SBCTA) | WEST VALLEY CONNECTOR The West Valley Connector Project is a 35-mile bus rapid transit corridor project running in the Counties of Los Angeles and San Bernardino. The scope of work includes full takes and partial takes, temporary construction easements, in addition to commercial and residential relocations, property management, and demolition. Colin has responsibility for coordinating with the lead and asbestos survey crews, as well as the demolition crews to ensure that buildings are demolished prior to the launch of the scheduled construction.
FEDERAL BUREAU OF RECLAMATION | SAN JOAQUIN RIVER RESTORATION PROGRAM The San Joaquin River Restoration Program is a comprehensive, long-term effort to restore flows to the San Joaquin River from Friant Dam to the confluence of Merced River and to restore a self-sustaining Chinook salmon fishery in the river while reducing or avoiding adverse water supply impacts from restoration flows. Colin is responsible for assisting with the development of the land rights acquisition plan, scheduling meetings, preparing meeting minutes, and maintaining and updating the Microsoft Teams channels.
CITY OF INDUSTRY PUBLIC UTILITIES (IPU) | 4TH AVENUE TO TRAILSIDE DRIVE Paragon provides right-of-way support to IPU, a municipal electric system for the City, to secure easements from several property owners. The project involves connecting a waterline from 4th Avenue to Trailside Drive in unincorporated Los Angeles County.
Colin oversees the coordination of appraisals, negotiation process with property owners, escrow process, and navigates the IPU department procedures and policies.
CITY OF LONG BEACH | SR-22/STUDEBAKER ROAD INTERCHANGE
The City of Long Beach is proposing improvements to the on/off ramps near the SR-22/Studebaker Road Interchange. Paragon provides support related to the PS&E phase of the project as well as the decertification of property that is owned by Caltrans.
Colin is responsible for document preparation and coordination with Caltrans for the decertification process.
CITY OF ROSEVILLE | DRY CREEK GREENWAY EAST TRAIL PROJECT, PHASE II Paragon provided right-of-way services to the City for construction of the trail project. Colin coordinated the notices to property owners, right-of-way exhibits, and appraisal reports. He also prepared status report updates for the city to review discussions and negotiation progress with property owners.
CITY OF WHEATLAND | SOUTH YUBA REGIONAL SEWER DESIGN PROJECT Colin provided project support for the right-of-way route analysis including obtaining right of entry permits from property owners for feasibility testing (survey and environmental) on their properties to determine selected route by engineering design team and city. He coordinated obtaining title reports, preparation of plat maps and legal descriptions and appraisal reports. He also assisted the team in obtaining required interests of 22 properties for pump stations, laydown areas and pipeline alignment.
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA | SIERRA HIGHWAY BRIDGES OVER SANTA CLARA RIVER Paragon is providing right-of-way support to Santa Clarita for the Sierra Highway Bridge Project. Colin is responsible for communications with property owners regarding the acquisition of property rights in support of the project. He manages COLIN VALLES | PAGE 2
E) PROPOSED PERSONNEL
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CHERYL DEMUCCI, SR/WA, R/W-RAC
QA/QC MANAGER
Cheryl DeMucci is an accomplished and dynamic project manager with extensive experience overseeing the full spectrum of right-of-way project delivery—from cost estimating and appraisal coordination to acquisition, relocation, title, and escrow services. She is well-versed in the Uniform Act, Caltrans procedures, FTA Circulars and the requirements for Right of Way Certification. Cheryl is known for building effective partnerships with property owners, business onwers, tenants, developers, and community stakeholders, ensuring projects advance smoothly and collaboratively. Her strong communication and leadership abilities, paired with deep practical expertise in project management, property valuation, acquisition strategies, title research, relocation assistance, construction coordination, and local land-use processes, consistently support successful outcomes for clients.
RELATED EXPERIENCE
LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY |
CRENSHAW/LAX TRANSIT CORRIDOR
As the project manager, Cheryl managed over 70 acquisitions and over 50 residential and business relocations for this light rail project. She prepared all property impact statements for Metro certification. Some of her tasks for this project included obtaining and reviewing property appraisals, goodwill, fixture and equipment appraisals, and preparing offer packages. Cheryl drafted the project’s relocation plan, which was approved by the project management oversight committee for the Federal Transit Authority. She prepared all relocation notices, researched referrals, prepared claim forms for residential and non-residential tenants. Additionally, she conducted negotiations for critical path acquisition cases. In addition, she provided title, escrow coordination, and condemnation support, while helping secure right of entry from property owners for environmental testing. She displayed excellent management skills coordinating with design-build contractors, as well as outreach to property owners.
CALIFORNIA HIGH SPEED RAIL AUTHORITY | CHSR PALMDALE TO BURBANK
SEGMENT PROJECT
Cheryl provided right of way support for the supplemental alternatives analysis for this segment. This involved participating in community open house meetings and community working groups to inform the public and gather feedback for detailed analysis of proposed routes. In addition, Cheryl met with property owners to answer questions about permits to enter, real estate acquisition, relocation assistance, and the eminent domain process.
CITY OF PALMDALE| PALMDALE AIRPORT TERMINAL APPRAISAL
Cheryl provide appraisal coordination and anlaysis for the Palmdale Regional Airport at Air Force Plant 42 to establish a basis for a rental rate. The high-security, government owned-contractor operated facility for the research, development, production and test of high performance military aircraft. It is the only one of its kind in the U.S.
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s Degree,
Journalism, University of
Wisconsin
CERTIFICATIONS &
LICENSES
California Real Estate Sales
License, No. 01885792
IRWA, SR/WA IRWA, R/W-
RAC
PROFESSIONAL
AFFILIATIONS
Railway Association of
Southern California, former
President
Project Management
Institute, Los Angeles,
Member
International Right of Way
Association, Los Angeles,
Member
American Public Works
Association, Member
Women’s Transportation
Seminar, Member
20 YEARS OF
EXPERIENCE
E) PROPOSED PERSONNEL
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LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY |AIRPORT METRO CONNECTOR As the project manager, Cheryl managed the relocation assistance for Hertz Corporation’s LAX facility and a Clean Energy fueling station. She worked with LAWA in securing property leases for temporary move of buses and vehicles during the phased process of possession of the 11 acre site by Metro. She managed the site search and feasibility studies performed for potential locations. She facilitated the coordination of a new bus wash system at the Hertz replacement site as well as the other construction related changes required for the operations of the business.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY | WILLOWBROOK/ROSA PARKS
STATION IMPROVEMENT
The project involved construction of infrastructure to improve safety and security at the station. Paragon provided relocation assistance for three businesses impacted by the partial acquisition property impacted by the project. Cheryl performed negotiation of fixture and equipment with business owners and the property owner.
REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION OF WASHOE COUNTY | PEPPERMILL BRT ; RENO CONSOLIDATED PROJECT; PECKHAM LANE REHABILITATION PROJECT; SKY VISTA WIDENING REHABILITATION PROJECT; SPARKS BOULEVARD CAPACITY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT; TRUCKEE RIVER SHARED USE PATH PROJECT; MILL STREET COMPLETE STREETS PROJECT Cheryl managed the valuation and acquisition services for a number of RTC projects listed above. Paragon services for these contracts have include preparation of land use compendiums, waiver valuations, preparation of offer packages, negotiations, preparation of administrative settlements, obtaining lender consents, and close-out processes.
METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA | ON CALL REAL ESTATE ACQUISITION,
RELOCATION AND PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
Cheryl manages the on call contract which includes providing appraisal and valuation services, relocation assistance and property management. She prepared a construction mitigation report for the Second Lower Feeder Line and Pure Water projects.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY | WILLOWBROOK/ROSA PARKS
STATION IMPROVEMENT
The project involved construction of infrastructure to improve safety and security at the station. Paragon provided relocation assistance for three businesses impacted by the partial acquisition property impacted by the project.
Cheryl performed negotiation of fixture and equipment with business owners and the property owner.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY | BLUE LINE TRACK IMPROVEMENT
AND SAFETY ENHANCEMENT
This improvement project required acquisition of one property. As Project Manager, Cheryl supervised right of way services including negotiations with tenants and the property owner for fixture and equipment, and providing relocation assistance to tenants, which included a manufacturing business and a billboard company.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY | WESTSIDE (PURPLE LINE)
EXTENSION PROJECT
Cheryl managed a team providing business relocation assistance services for a portion of the light rail project.
She obtained and reviewed fixture and equipment appraisals. In addition, she reviewed and submitted relocation claims, supported the processing of payments, and provided file maintenance.
SACRAMENTO REGIONAL TRANSIT DISTRICT (SACRT) | L STREET LOW BUS FLOOR Cheryl managed the acquisition services for the District which included preparing waiver valuation reports and securing agreements for construction.
CHERYL DEMUCCI | PAGE 2
E) PROPOSED PERSONNEL
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DIONISIO MARQUEZ, R/W-RAC
RELOCATION MANAGER
Dionisio Marquez has 30 years of residential and commercial acquisition and relocation experience, serving numerous public agency clients. He has managed large-scale acquisition and relocation projects with aggressive schedules and closely managed budgets, providing exceptional service to both the displacees and agencies. He has also designed, implemented, and administered projects with FHWA, FTA, FAA, HUD, Caltrans, TXDOT, Community Development Block Grants, HOME, and the 104D guidelines. Dionisio is also bilingual (English, Spanish).
RELATED EXPERIENCE
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY | WEST VALLEY
CONNECTOR
The West Valley Connector project is the second 100% zero emission, Bus Rapid Transit project in San Bernardino. As Relocation Manager Dionisio assists and supervises 2 Relocation Agents and one subcontractor with the relocation implementation of 25 businesses and 2 residential cases. Businesses include a liquor store, appliance store, bakery, restaurant, and several other businesses.
SAN JOAQUIN REGIONAL RAIL COMMISSION | NATOMAS/ SACRAMENTO
AIRPORT STATION
The Natomas/ Sacramento Airport Station project will construct a passenger rail station and layover track in the community of Natomas as part of Valley Rail Sacramento Extension Program.
As Relocation Manager Dionisio and the Paragon team are implementing the relocation program for 15 automobile related businesses.
CITY OF FONTANA | SIERRA AVENUE WIDENING
As Relocation Manager, Dionisio was responsible for preparing the relocation plan and successfully relocating the 4 displaced residential tenants associated with the partial and full acquisition of impacted parcels.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY | EXPO
PHASE II LIGHT RAIL PROJECT
Dionisio’s responsibilities as the Relocation Manager included overseeing and supervising the relocation of 26 businesses as part of the light rail project in the City of Santa Monica.
LOS ANGELES WORLD AIRPORTS | VOLUNTARY RESIDENTIAL ACQUISITION AND
RELOCATION PROGRAM
Dionisio served as Project Manager supervising a team of two relocation agents and led the delivery of the required relocation of 179 residential tenants.
ALAMEDA CORRIDOR EAST CONSTRUCTION AUTHORITY | SAN GABRIEL VALLEY TRENCH
Dionisio served as Relocation Manager and was responsible for overseeing the relocation planning and implementation of the relocation of residential and business tenants.
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES | KODAK
THEATER (HOLLYWOOD & HIGHLAND)
Dionisio managed the relocation program for the TrizecHahn Academy Awards Theatre and Promenade Project. The program consisted of the relocation of various businesses in compliance with relocation regulations with a completion of time frame of 88 days.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts,
Architecture, University of
California, Berkeley
CERTIFICATIONS &
LICENSES
Licensed California Real
Estate Salesperson, No.
01147072
PROFESSIONAL
AFFILIATIONS
International Right-of-Way
Association, Member
IRWA Chapter 1, Relocation
Chair, 2008-2014
DISCIPLINARY COURSES
FHWA-NHI: Real Estate
Acquisition under the
Uniform Act
30 YEARS OF
EXPERIENCE
E) PROPOSED PERSONNEL
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO Dionisio served as the project manager of one single family residence, 60 four-plex dwellings, nine vacant lots, and one burned- out four-plex building. He accomplished successful voluntary acquisitions.
PORT OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TX | HILLCREST ACQUISITION AND RELOCATION PROGRAM As part of the US Highway 181 Harbor Bridge Replacement Project, and requiring the acquisition of 304 residential and commercial parcels over 4-years, Relocation Manager Dionisio supervised a team of 10 professionals responsible for relocating 150 residential owners, 156 residential tenants, 3 churches, a barber shop, and a convenience store. He managed the project which included QA/ QC and reporting to the Port of Corpus Christi, TxDOT, and FHWA.
NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION | NEON PROJECT
The project extends 3.7 miles along I-15 from Sahara Avenue to the US95/I-15 Interchange. It consists of a High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) connector between US95 and I-15, direct HOV access ramps at Wall Street, reconstruction of the Charleston Blvd. Interchange and Grand Central parkway connector. Dionisio managed their relocation assistance program for over 100 residential cases.
CALIFORNIA HIGH-SPEED RAIL AUTHORITY | CALIFORNIA HIGH – SPEED RAIL PROJECT The California High-Speed Rail Project is the first high-speed rail project in the nation. It will eventually provide rail transportation from Southern California to Northern California. The project requires the partial and full acquisition of commercial, residential, agricultural, and vacant parcels. As Senior Relocation Agent, Dionisio was specifically assigned to implement the High-Speed Rail Authority’s relocation program on a variety of parcels consisting of a motel with 49 long-term tenants, self-storage facility with 23 tenants, and two vehicle repairs businesses.
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E) PROPOSED PERSONNEL
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DAN AKINS, MRED
PRINCIPAL ACQUISITION AGENT
Dan Akins is a highly accomplished professional with 29 years of industry experience managing right-of-way and real estate projects throughout Southern California. He has demonstrated ability to lead teams and to manage projects from inception to completion and possesses proven ability to identify and value high-potential property acquisition opportunities supported by rigorous quantitative analysis and qualitative insights. Dan has a strong track record of facilitating partnerships between property owners, investors, developers, and community stakeholders. He additionally has exceptional communication and leadership skills and advanced understanding and applied knowledge of market research, financial modeling, project management, property valuation, land acquisition, construction, entitlements, and local land use regulations.
RELATED EXPERIENCE
SAN GABRIEL VALLEY COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS (FORMERLY ALAMEDA CORRIDOR- EAST CONSTRUCTION AUTHORITY (ACE)) | GATEWAY TO AMERICA Dan as Senior Acquisition Agent was responsible for right-of-way acquisition services for the $1.7 billion Alameda Corridor-East (ACE) Construction Authority for the “Gateway to America” Project. The Project comprises a mix of transportation and rail improvements at 55 Union Pacific Railroad grade crossings from East Los Angeles to the City of Pomona, a distance of 35 miles. Dan provides oversight of subconsultants and interfaces with the Project client, as well as multiple San Gabriel Valley elected and appointed officials. He is also providing disposition of surplus property services for the Puente Avenue, San Gabriel Avenue Trench, Reservoir Road and Nogales Street grade separation projects.
ACE | FULLERTON AVENUE GRADE SEPARATION
Paragon provided right-of-way cost estimation, value analysis, sale of surplus property, Caltrans right-of-way certification, project management, and performed 20 acquisitions, two commercial relocations, utility relocation coordination, and obtained encroachment permits. As a result of the grade separation project, the City required additional pedestrian and safety improvements.
Dan worked with property owners and tenants and the design team to create new access points to properties along Fullerton Road.
ACE | PUENTE AVENUE GRADE SEPARATION
Dan provided staff oversight of relocation activity and was involved in relocation case work with commercial uses. His duties included coordination with ACE and its stakeholders, owners, tenants, and appraisers and other subconsultants. He also provided asset and property management of multi-tenant industrial buildings comprised of the following tenant types: paper wholesale and distribution, sports apparel shipping and receiving, metal fabrication, cabinet fabrication, data processing, and lawnmower repair and sales. Additionally, Dan provided construction management services, including concrete flat-work construction for residential property owner on behalf of ACE.
ACE | FAIRWAY GRADE SEPARATION
In support of this project, Dan managed relocation and property management services, obtained cost estimates & bids, prepared contracts, met with vendors, coordinated with tenants, and conducted property inspections. Asset and property management was provided for a multi- tenant industrial park and a 699-unit self-storage facility.
ACE | SAN GABRIEL TRENCH
Dan managed the acquisition and relocation of self-storage units and a residential unit.
EDUCATION
Master of Real Estate
Development (MRED),
University of Southern
California
B.S., City and Regional
Planning, California
Polytechnic State University,
San Luis Obispo
CERTIFICATIONS &
LICENSES
Licensed California Real
Estate Broker No. 1338651
29 YEARS OF
EXPERIENCE
E) PROPOSED PERSONNEL
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Additionally, Dan was responsible for the acquisition of temporary rights from various commercial/industrial property owners for a roadway repaving project on behalf of ACE.
CALIFORNIA HIGH- SPEED RAIL AUTHORITY | RIGHT-OF-WAY ACQUISITION SERVICES As Acquisition Manager, from 2021-2022, Dan directed and coordinated activities for this project to ensure that the objectives of each task were accomplished within set schedules and budgets. Dan managed scope, out-of-scope work requests, forecasting, resources, resource constraints, and project risks associated with the acquisition of permanent and temporary real property rights from more than 50 parcels.
CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO | 40TH STREET WIDENING
Dan serves as the project manager for the City’s 40th Street Widening. The project requires right-of-way project management, appraisal, acquisition, and relocation assistance for 20 impacted parcels consisting of residential, commercial, and vacant properties.
ORANGE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY | SR-55 IMPROVEMENT PROJECT Dan is managing acquisition services for the widening of SR-55 SB. The project impacts 15 properties. Dan is working with OCTA to minimize right-of-way acquisitions, analyzing improvements to be appraised, and developing acquisition agreements to comply with Caltrans incentive payment program. Dan has developed innovative solutions to several challenges involved in executing this project, including working with multiple ownerships, tenant/owner coordination, and obtaining agreements within a constricted schedule.
CITY OF HESPERIA | RANCHERO ROAD CORRIDOR WIDENING AND AQUEDUCT PROJECTS Dan served as Paragon’s project manager for the project, as the final phase of a large, three-phased corridor improvement project that widens Ranchero Road along I-15 to four lanes in order to alleviate growing traffic congestion. Dan managed the acquisition of full and partial takes and temporary construction easements of 34 properties for the City’s improvement projects. The work has involved expedited appraisal and appraisal reviews and Dan worked closely with agents to secure fully executed agreements for the project, along with obtaining right-of-way certification, which is early on the critical path of the project schedule.
CITY OF EL MONTE | RAMONA AND VALLEY BOULEVARD INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS This project involved improvements to the intersection such as construction of landscaped medians, left-turn lanes, right-turn lane pockets, and bus turnouts. Dan supervised Paragon’s work coordinating valuation of property, negotiating with property owners, and coordinating with escrow to finalize the sale and transfer of the property rights to the City.
PROJECT MANAGER/DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST, CITY OF INGLEWOOD REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, INGLEWOOD, CA Dan managed the completion of 114 residential units and 50,000 square feet of industrial warehouse/R&D development.
Coordinated entitlements for retail, industrial and residential (multi-family and single-family) redevelopment projects. Prepared, reviewed, and analyzed proformas to determine the amount of redevelopment assistance for commercial and residential projects.
Managed a team of consultants providing legal and economic review, relocation, and environmental assessment and cleanup services for a wide range of redevelopment and economic development projects. Researched and identified land acquisition opportunities for commercial and affordable housing projects. Prepared and presented staff reports for redevelopment projects to the City Council and Redevelopment Agency Board Members. Solicited and managed the selection of development teams for commercial and affordable housing projects.
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E) PROPOSED PERSONNEL
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F) QUALITY ASSURANCE/QUALITY CONTROL PROCEDURES
QA/QC PROCEDURES
Paragon is committed to delivering work products that meet the highest professional standards and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including Caltrans and Uniform Relocation Assistance (URA) requirements.
Our approach to QA/QC for the Rancho Vista Boulevard Grade Separation Project is structured around a Project-Specific Quality Control Plan that ensures accuracy, completeness, and certification readiness for every deliverable.
MAJOR ELEMENTS OF OUR QA/QC PROGRAM:
Project-Specific QA/QC Plan Development
At project initiation, Paragon will prepare a tailored QA/QC plan outlining review protocols, responsibilities, and documentation standards for all tasks and deliverables.
Multi-Level Review Process
Each deliverable will undergo a systematic review process:
• Engineering Design Review: Verification of technical accuracy, compliance with design standards, and integration with ROW requirements.
• Constructability Review: Assessment of feasibility and identification of potential conflicts or risks. • Coordination Review: Cross-checking with utility coordination, appraisal, and acquisition teams to ensure consistency and completeness.
• QA/QC Control Review: Final validation by senior staff prior to submission to the City.
Compliance and Regulatory Assurance
All work products will be checked against Caltrans and URA guidelines to ensure readiness for ROW certification and funding agency audits.
Documentation and Tracking
QA/QC checklists for title review, survey, offer packages, acquisition files, escrow, relocation files, Right of Way Certification, will be maintained for each deliverable, documenting review comments, resolutions, and approvals. This ensures transparency and traceability throughout the project lifecycle.
Continuous Communication
Paragon will coordinate closely with City staff and stakeholders to address issues promptly and incorporate feedback into subsequent deliverables.
Outcome
This structured QA/QC approach minimizes errors, ensures regulatory compliance, and supports timely certification, enabling the City to meet project milestones and funding requirements.
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G) SCHEDULE CONTROL
SCHEDULE CONTROL
Paragon’s Project Team understands the importance of keeping a project on schedule. We have prepared a project schedule to illustrate the representative tasks necessary complete this project. Each milestone and delivery date has been evaluated in detail to ensure a realistic approach and provide right-of-way prior to the City’s construction date. Right-of-way tasks are often on the critical path of schedules. Therefore, we prioritize high risk matters and itemize any action items into smaller tasks. In the event of schedule slippage, Paragon’s Project Manager will create workable solutions with the City to accelerate the schedule, such as providing additional staff or working additional hours. Where appropriate, we also rearrange project tasks to be completed in parallel instead of in sequence. By doing this, we can accelerate work on current tasks to get back on track for future tasks. In addition, we can identify future tasks that can be started earlier to make up for time.
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
Paragon has successfully completed numerous sewer easement projects, including the Durfee Avenue Grade Separation in the City of Pico Rivera, for the Alameda Corridor-East Construction Authority. The project required an innovative approach to mitigating the impact of constructing critical components of the grade separation, specifically, a series of sewer lines. For nearly 25 years, in the City of Pico Rivera, Fiesta Hall has been a landmark business serving Pico Rivera and adjacent communities. Located at 4754 Durfee Avenue, the property was originally identified as a full-take acquisition and relocation in order to allow for the necessary construction of several sewer lines and other above and below ground utilities. After various meetings with the property/business owners, it became clear to the project team that the business owners strongly opposed relocating their business. By assembling the key project stakeholders - the client, the project engineering firm, the City of Pico Rivera, and the owners of Fiesta Hall - Paragon prompted a collaborative effort to redesign the entry/access to the banquet hall property, a re-route of the sewer line easements, electrical lines, and water lines, and a modification of the on-site parking and circulation. The result was an improved overall project design with efforts redirected toward partial acquisitions in lieu of a full acquisition, which allowed Fiesta Hall to continue to serve the community and keep their staff fully employed. The result of this shift in plan direction achieved a $1.5 million savings in acquisition and relocation cost for the client and minimized the impact to the property owner and the community.
H
DEVIATIONS and/or EXCEPTIONS FORM
Exhibit E
[ ] Specifications and/or Requirements
[X ] Contract for Services Provisions (No exceptions and/or deviations to insurance requirements allowed) All deviations and/or exceptions to the requirements of this solicitation must be noted below. The City will consider any deviations and/or exceptions indicated in its award decisions. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any and all responses based on any deviation and/or exception indicated on this form.
Respondents are cautioned that by taking any exception they may be materially deviating from the RFP.
Please do not attach a company letterhead in lieu of any entry on the section below. In the absence of any entry on the section below, the bidder assures the City of their full compliance with the specification and conditions as listed in this solicitation. The page number, paragraph, and item number should be referenced when deviating from the specification and must be included.
The City reserves the right to reject any or all cost proposals as a result of this RFP and to waive any informality or irregularity in any bid proposal received and to be the sole judge of the merits of the respective cost proposals received, and to accept or further negotiate cost, terms, or conditions of any cost proposal determined by the City to be in the best interest of the City even though not the lowest cost proposal. This form may be duplicated if additional pages are needed.
Reference No. Description
1. Indemnification Clause (Pg. 4, Sec. 10) – Replace with:
a. “Consultant shall indemnify and defend the City, its officers, employees, agents, and boards, but only to the extent any claim, loss, damage, liability, or expense arises out of the negligent acts, errors, omissions, or willful misconduct of the Consultant or its contractors or subcontractors in the performance of this Agreement. Consultant shall not be responsible for indemnifying the City for claims arising from the negligence or willful misconduct of the City or any other indemnified party.”
2. Satisfaction Clause (Pg. 7, Sec. 13.1) – Replace with:
a. “Consultant shall correct the deficiencies in a manner consistent with applicable professional standards and commercially reasonable expectations.”
3. Dispute Resolution Clause (Pg. 8, Sec. 14) – Replace with:
a. “All claims, disputes, and other matters in question between the City and Consultant arising out of or relating to this Contract shall, to the extent reasonably feasible, be resolved through good faith negotiations. For purposes of this section, ‘good faith negotiations’ means that each party will participate in timely discussions, exchange relevant information reasonably necessary to evaluate the dispute, and designate representatives with authority to settle the matter.”
Paragon Partners Consultants, Inc.
Company Name
Brian C. Koeppen, Director, Legal Services
Printed Name and Title
Authorized Signature
D. Woolley & Associates, Inc.
David E. Woolley
President/Owner
2/17/2026
D. Woolley & Associates, Inc.
David E. Woolley
President/Owner
2/17/2026
PALMDALE
a place to call home
Certification for Suspension and Debarment
CERTIFICATION REGARDING DEBARMENT, SUSPENSION,
INELIGIBILITY and VOLUNTARY EXCLUSION
LOWER TIER COVERED TRANSACTION
(To be submitted with all bids exceeding $25,000)
(1) The prospective lower tier participant (Bidder/Consultant) certifies, by submission of this bid or proposal, that neither it nor its principals are presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction by any Federal department or agency. (2) The prospective Bidder/Consultant also certifies by submission of this bid or proposal that all subcontractors and suppliers (this requirement flows down to all subcontracts at all levels) are not presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction by any Federal department or agency.
(3) Where the prospective lower tier participant (Bidder/Consultant) is unable to certify any of the statements in this certification, such prospective participant shall attach an explanation to thi bid or PJ:QRQ..sal.
Desmond, Marcello & Amster, LLC The lower tier participant (Bidder/Consultant),_ ___________________ , certifies or affirms the truthfulness and accuracy of this statement of its certification and disclosure, if any.
Signature of Consultant's Authorized Official _____________ _ Name of Consultant's Authorized Official _K_e_v_i_n_B_l_a_i r __________ _ Partner Title of Consultant's Authorized Official __________________ _ Date 2/12/2026
Epic Land Solutions, Inc.
Kevin Romito
Chief Financial Officer
Docusign Envelope ID: DC3EF7E3-506F-4BC5-A60D-3F2C5C47A2BF 2/13/2026 | 12:34:20 PM CST
Thompson & Thompson
Bradford Thompson
President
2/17/2026
Terracon Consultants, Inc.
Sami Noaman
Principal/Regional Environmental Services Manager
2/17/2026
Rancho Vista Boulevard Grade Separation Project
City of Palmdale
ROW Acquisition Services
Project No. 527A
Paragon Partners Consultants, Inc.
Task
Project
Director/Corporate
Broker
Project
Manager
QA/QC
Manager
Relocation
Manager Title Agent
Principal
Acquisition
Agent
Sr.
Relocation
Agent
Project
Control
Specialist
Outreach/
Coordinator
Subconsultant
Team
Total
Fees
Hourly Rate $240 $140 $195 $160 $125 $140 $95 $105 $85
Task 1 - Project Coordination and Management 36 55 12 8 6 18 18 32 24 30,340$ Task 2 - Right of Way Mapping and Exhibits 6 8 10 0 8 8 0 4 16 187,110$ Wooley & Associates - 59 Plat Maps and 59 Legal Descriptions 165,000$ Parsons Transportation Group 13,700$
Task 3 - Preliminary Title Reports and Property Research 8 15 8 0 45 12 2 2 24 35,325$ Commonwealth Land Title Company - 37 (Larger Parcel) Title Reports 20,000$ Task 4 - Appraisal and Valuation Coordination 24 50 16 0 0 32 12 2 24 160,000$ Appraisal: Thompson & Thompson - 23 Larger Parcels covering 26 parcels 80,500$ Appraisal Review: Scott Enterprises Appraisal & Consulting - 23 Appraisal Review Reports 28,750$ Fixtures & Equipment Appraisals (F&E): DMA - 5 Appraisal Reports for Displaced Buisnesses 27,000$ Task 5 - Acquisition and Negotiation Support 32 65 28 24 4 370 28 12 60 87,400$ Task 6 - Relocation Assistance (If applicable) 10 12 16 90 0 60 180 8 55 52,615$ Task 7 - Utility Coordination 8 10 5 0 4 6 0 8 12 52,867$ Epic Land Solutions 45,372$
Task 8 - ROW Certification Support 10 12 15 8 2 10 15 8 18 13,730$ Subtotal 134 227 110 130 69 516 255 76 233 619,387$
ODC's (mileage, postage, etc.) 380,322$ $3,800 Total Fee 623,187$
Additional Services if Required
5,000$
60,500$
Assumptions
1.) 40 parcels requiring either partial fee simple acquisition, permanent easement, temporary construction easement, or a combination thereof
5.) One property will require permanent relocation assistance of five (5) non-residential displacees.
6.) Condemnation support is not included but can be provided for an additional fee.
7.) Coordination activity with UPRR/Metro and Metrolink is embedded in Paragon's Task: 1 Project Coordination and Management.
8.) Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment services are noted as it may be associated with the two full fee acquisitions.
9.) Outreach/Coordinator will be principally responsible for Project outreach and implementation at the direction of City staff.
2.) Paragon to procure narrative appraisal reports and review appraisal reports for 23 "Larger Parcels" (Common ownership, contiguity, and common use), covering 26 parcels.
3.) Waiver Valuations will be prepared for 14 temporary construction easement acquisitions as they are deemed uncomplicated and are estimated to fall below the $15,000 value threshold - consistent with Caltrans guidelines.
4.) Right of Way acquisitions are deemed "Strip-takes", which will not result in impacts giving rise to severance damages requiring "a before and after analysis" by the appraiser.
1.) 2 Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (Terracon)
2.) 5 Business Goodwill Appraisals (Desmond, Marcello, & Amster) 2/19/2026 - 12:40 PM
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City Council Staff Report
DATE: JUNE 2, 2026
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM DIVISION
DISTRICT: 3, 4, 5
SUBJECT: APPROVE CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT WITH VANCE
CORPORATION FOR PN 917A, AVENUE R FROM 25TH STREET
EAST TO TACKSTEM AVENUE , FOR A TOTAL NOT TO EXCEED
AMOUNT OF $12,777,832 FOR A TERM OF 120 WORKING DAYS
FROM THE DATE OF THE NOTICE TO PROCEED
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommend that the City Council:
1. Approve Construction Agreement No. A-9799 with Vance Corporation for PN 917A, Avenue R from 25th Street East to Tackstem Avenue (Project), for a total not to exceed amount of $12,777,832, which includes a contract amount of $11,616,210, plus a 10% contingency amount of $ 1,161,622 for a term of 120 working days from the date of the Notice to Proceed;
2. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute Agreement No. A-9799 with Vance Corporation, including minimal and/or non-substantial changes; and,
3. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to approve change orders for additional or changed scopes of work up to the 10% contingency amount approved by the Council.
BACKGROUND
As part of the Citywide Annual Pavement Maintenance Program, this Project prioritizes roadway resurfacing to boost structural integrity and pedestrian/motorist safety . The segment along with Ave nue R was selected based on the last available Pavement Management Program for having a PCI lower than 50 and a continuation of the recently completed Avenue R Complete Street Project. The project is to address the deficiencies and provide a smoother, safer ride to the motorists, and enhance safety for pedestrians and cyclists.
Report to Mayor and City Council
Re: Approve Agreement with Vance Construction for PN 917A June 2, 2026
The Project scope includes full-depth reclamation, pulverizing 18 inches of existing asphalt and underlying base, followed by pavement replacement ( base and surface courses). Additional work includes reconstructing curb ramps to meet ADA requirements, replacing traffic signal detectors, installing high -visibility crosswalks, modifying bicycle video detection, and installing new pavement markings/signage.
Local paving companies were contacted during the bidding process to raise awareness among local businesses in bidding on the job.
Construction is anticipated to take approximately one hundred twenty (120) working days from the date the City issues the Notice to Proceed.
Public Outreach
The selected Construction Management Team, Z&K Consultants, will take the lead and implement all public outreach efforts to ensure communications are accurate, timely, and aligned with project phasing and traffic control activities. Public outreach will include, but not be limited to, mailers, virtual meetings, and website or social media updates. All notifications distributed will be bilingual.
Outreach efforts will be coordinated with construction activities to ensure that residents, businesses, and schools receive advance notice of construction schedules, lane closures, and access impacts. Special attention will be given to coordination with nearby schools to avoid peak drop-off and pick-up periods and ensure safe pedestrian access.
DISCUSSION
The Project was advertised for construction bids via the PlanetBids electronic platform on March 18, 2026. Six (6) bids were received on April 20, 2026, and are listed below:
Bidder Location Amount
1. Vance Corporation Beaumont, CA $11,616,210.62
2. Hardy & Harper Lake Forest, CA $12,650,000.00
3. Calmex Engineering Inc. Bloomington, CA $12,713,435.67
4. C.A. Rasmussen, Inc. Valencia, CA $13,527,002.58
5. Sully-Miller Contracting Co. Brea, CA $13,697,891.73
6. Security Paving Company, Inc. Westlake Village, CA $13,887,320.30
The item was scheduled to go before the Council on May 5, 2026. On that day, the City Clerk received a letter of protest from the second -low bidder alleging unfair business practices and collusion. Out of an abundance of caution, Public Works staff decided to Report to Mayor and City Council
Re: Approve Agreement with Vance Construction for PN 917A June 2, 2026
defer the award until a thorough review c ould be conducted to fully investigate the alleged impropriety. After a comprehensive review by staff and the City Attorney’s office, there is no evidence that there is an unfair advantage to the low bidder. Every potential bidder had equal access to the civil designer and the Plans, Specifications, and Addenda. The City found no evidence of collusion, bid rigging, or improper coordination between Vance Corporation and any City consultant or employee . The prote st was rejected.
Based on the bid analysis, Vance Corporation submitted the lowest responsive bid and secured the required 10% bid bond. References have been checked, and staff recommend that the City Council award Project No. 917A to Vance Corporation in the amount of $11,616,210, with a 10% contingency.
Vance Corporation has completed successful projects for agencies such as the City of Cathedral City, County of Riverside, and City of Chino Hills.
FISCAL IMPACT
$12,777,832; Sufficient funds are budgeted and available using SB1, Prop C Local, and Measure R Local funding sources.
STRATEGIC PLAN
Goal III: Invest in infrastructure to improve community livability.
C. Plan and maintain safe and attractive neighborhoods, streets, facilities, and public spaces with exciting programming that promotes active fun for everyone
Prepared by: Leonardo Torres, P.E.,
Director of Public Works
Certified as to availability of Funds: Janelle Samson, Deputy City Manager Approved by: Salvador Mendez, City Manager
Approved as to form: Alexandra Severino, City Attorney
ATTACHMENTS
Agrmt No. A-9799 with Vance Corporation
Bid Schedule
Location Map
AGREEMENT NO. A- 9799CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTBETWEEN THE CITY OF PALMDALE AND VANCE CORPORATION THIS CONTRACT (“Contract”) is made and entered into by and between City of Palmdale, a public entity ("City"), and VANCE CORPORATION, a California General Contractor ("Contractor"). Contractor and City are collectively referred to herein as the “parties.” This Contract shall become effective on the date of the last signatory.1 Scope of WorkContractor shall complete the Project in accordance with this Contract. Contractor shall furnish all materials and perform all work required for the completion of the following Project:PN 917A, Avenue R Phase 1 from 25th Street East to Tackstem Avenue (Project)Project scope includes full-depth reclamation, pulverizing 18 inches of existing asphalt and underlying base, followed by pavement replacement (base and surface courses). Additional work includes reconstructing curb ramps to meet ADA requirements, replacing traffic signal detectors, installing high-visibility crosswalks, modifying bicycle video detection, and installing new pavement markings/signage.Construction is anticipated to take approximately one hundred twenty (120) working days from the date the City issues the Notice to Proceed.CONTRACTOR's Proposal attached as Exhibit "A".2 Standard SpecificationsStandard Specifications for City projects are those contained in the 2024 Greenbook edition of the "Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction" (the "Greenbook"). Except as otherwise expressly provided herein, the Standard Specifications shall control the general provisions, construction materials, and construction methods for this Contract (except as amended by the Plans for the Project), the General Specifications for the Project, the Special Provisions for the Project, any technical specifications for the Project, and any other contract documents. Should it apply, the Successor Community Workforce Agreement policies and procedures must be followed as outlined in the attached agreement.3 CompensationCity shall pay Contractor the total, all-inclusive, NOT-TO-EXCEED amount of ELEVEN MILLION, SIX HUNDRED and SIXTEEN THOUSAND, TWO HUNDRED and TEN Dollars ($11616210) for the construction of the Project. This amount shall cover all expenses for labor, materials, and any and all other costs incurred by Contractor to satisfactorily construct the Project. Unless otherwise provided in the bid documents or agreed upon by the parties, Contractor shall submit detailed, monthly invoices for work actually performed. 4 Completion Date The construction of the Project shall commence upon Contractor being given a written notice to proceed, and shall be completed within 120 working days of said notice. 5 Payment and Performance Bonds; Guaranty Unless otherwise expressly provided in the bid documents, prior to commencing work, Contractor shall provide a payment bond and performance bond, each in an amount equal to 100% of the projected annual recurring services price for each year of the term of the contract. Contractor shall submit all bonds electronically through Surety 2000. Pursuant to the bid documents for this Project, the Contractor is required to provide a written guaranty of Contractor’s work. In furtherance thereof, Contractor shall execute the written form of Guaranty attached hereto and incorporated by reference herein. 6 Licenses At all times during the term of this Contract, Contractor shall possess a valid and current Class A Contractor's License to perform the required work (“Work”). Contractor’s DIR registration number is 1000008103. Contractor hereby certifies that it holds the required license(s). CONTRACTOR shall maintain in current status all Federal, State, and local licenses and permits required for the operation of the business conducted by the CONTRACTOR as applicable to this contract. CONTRACTOR shall be required to obtain a current City of Palmdale business license, as required by the Palmdale Municipal Code, before an Authorization to Proceed is issued. 7 Subcontracting Subject to any self-performance requirements herein, Contractor may subcontract any portion of the work required by this Contract to other persons or firms, and Contractor submitted with its bid a list of those subcontractors who will perform work in an amount in excess of one-half of one percent (1%) of the Contractor’s total bid, in compliance with the Subletting and Subcontracting Fair Practices Act, California Public Contract Code § 4100, et seq. Only such listed subcontractors may perform on this Project. 8 Non-Assignability Neither this Contract nor any rights, title, interest, duties or obligations under this Contract may be assigned, transferred, conveyed or otherwise disposed of by Contractor without the prior written consent of City. 9 Administration This Contract will be administered by the PUBLIC WORKS Department of the City. The DIRECTOR of PUBLIC WORKS or his or her designee shall be considered the Project Administrator and shall have the authority to act for the City under this Contract. 10 Indemnification To the maximum extent permitted by law, Contractor shall indemnify, protect, defend and hold harmless the City, its Board of Director, the City's officers, employees, agents, volunteers, and representatives (“Indemnitees”) with respect to any and all claims, suits, actions, stop notices, liabilities and/or damages, including related expenses, attorney's fees and costs, based on, arising out of, or in any way related to the work undertaken by Contractor pursuant to this Contract, and in connection with the Project. 11 Insurance11.1 Without limiting Contractor's indemnification of City, as described in paragraph 10, and unless modified by City, Contractor shall obtain, provide and maintain, at its own expense, during the term of this Contract, a policy or policies of insurance, satisfactory to the City, from insurance carriers admitted to do business in the State of California and rated in A.M. Best’s Insurance Guide with a rating of A:VII or better, which contain the coverage described below.11.1.1 Commercial General Liability $5,000,000.00 limit on a per occurrence basis $10,000,000.00 general aggregate limit 11.1.2 Commercial Automobile Liability $5,000,000.00 combined single limit including owned, non-owned and hired automobile coverage 11.1.3 Workers’ Compensation and Employer’s Liability Workers’ Compensation -- coverage as required by the State of California Employer’s Liability -- $1,000,000.00 each accident $1,000,000.00 policy limit bodily injury$1,000,000.00 each employee bodily injury by disease 11.1.4 Pollution/Environmental Liability*- $2,000,000.00 limit on a per occurrence basis 11.1.5 Professional Liability (Errors and Omissions)* - $2,000,000.00 limit on a per occurrence basis 11.2 Policies providing for bodily injury and property damage coverage shall contain the following: A. An endorsement extending coverage to the City as an additional insured, as respects liability arising out of the performance of any work under the Contract. Such insurance shall be primary insurance, as respects the interest of the City, and any other insurance maintained by the City shall be considered excess coverage and not contributing insurance with the insurance required hereunder. The certificates shall state: “The City of Palmdale, Successor Agency to the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Palmdale, Palmdale Civic Authority, Housing Authority, Industrial Development Authority, Airport Authority, their officers, agents, employees and volunteers are named as additional insured”. B. “Severability of Interest” Clause. 11.3 Promptly upon execution of this Contract, and prior to commencement of any work, CONTRACTOR shall deliver to CITY certificates of insurance and endorsements to all required policies demonstrating that CONTRACTOR has the required coverage and showing the required named insured. Within five (5) days of written request from CITY, CONTRACTOR shall deliver to CITY full and complete copies of all insurance policies required by this Contract. 11.4 Said Certificates of Insurance shall provide that thirty (30) days’ prior written notice of cancellation shall be given to the City in the event of cancellation and/or reduction in coverage of any nature.11.5 The required policies of insurance shall be endorsed to waive all rights of subrogation. Contractors waives all rights of subrogation.11.6 Acceptable Proof of Insurance:A. ACORD Certificate of Insurance listing all coverage, limits, deductibles and insured; and endorsements for all applicable coverage if agent has authority to issue it; or additional insured Form CG20100704 and CG20370704 or equivalent must be provided for general liability coverage. Additional insured form CA0001 must be provided for automobile liability coverage.B. Binders of insurance for all coverage. Agents must confirm that policy endorsements have been ordered from the respective insurance companies. Upon issuance, policy endorsements and a corresponding Certificate of Insurance listing all insurers and coverage must be submitted to the City Attorney.C. *When pollution/environmental liability coverage and/or professional liability (errors and omissions) is provided on a “claims made basis”, CONTRACTOR will continue to renew the insurance for a period of five (5) years after this Agreement expires or is terminated. Such insurance will have the same coverage and limits as the policy that was in effect during the term of this Agreement, and will cover CONTRACTOR, or its officers, employees, or agents during the time this Agreement was in effect. 11.7 The requirements as to the types and limits of insurance to be maintained by CONTRACTOR are not intended to and shall not in any manner limit or qualify CONTRACTOR’s liabilities and obligations under this Contract.11.8 Any policy or policies of insurance that CONTRACTOR elects to carry as insurance against loss or damage to its equipment and tools or other personal property used in the performance of this Contract shall include a provision waiving the insurer’s right of subrogation against CITY. 11.9 Notwithstanding any other provision of this Contract, CITY may immediately terminate this Contract if, at any time CONTRACTOR fails to maintain the required insurance for any period of time or fails to comply with any of the insurance requirements listed above. 11.10 CONTRACTOR shall require any and all subcontractors working on its behalf to provide insurance coverages and limits that are based on the scope of work and nature of risk being performed by the subcontractor. Any and all subcontractors working on behalf of CONTRACTOR shall be subject to all other insurance requirements that are stated herein. Any deviation in this requirement will be CONTRACTOR's sole risk. CONTRACTOR's insurance requirements in Section 11 will not be impacted and/or limited by such deviation.12 State Labor Code12.1 This Contract calls for work to be performed constituting public works. Contractor and all subcontractors shall pay the general prevailing rate of per diem wages as determined and as published by the State Director of the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Article 2 of Chapter 1 of Part 7, of Division 2 of the State Labor Code, including, but not limited to, Sections 1770, 1771, 1773, 1773.2 and 1774. 12.2 This is a public work and requires the payment of prevailing wages for the work or craft in which the worker is employed for any public work done under the contract by Contractor or by any subcontractor pursuant to Section 1771 of the Labor Code. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 1773 of the Labor Code of the State of California, the City has obtained the general prevailing rate of per diem wages and the general rate for holiday and overtime work in this locality for each craft, classification, or type of workman needed to execute this contract from the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations. These rates are on file with the City or may be obtained at http://www.dir.ca.gov/OPRL/DPreWageDetermination.htm. Contractor shall post a copy of such wage rates at the job site and shall pay the adopted prevailing wage rates as a minimum. Contractor shall comply with the provisions of Sections 1775, 1776, 1777.5, 1777.6, and 1813 of the Labor Code. Pursuant to the provisions of 1775 of the Labor Code, Contractor shall forfeit to the City, as a penalty, not more than $200.00 for each calendar day, or portion thereof, for each laborer, worker, or mechanic employed, paid less than the stipulated prevailing rates for any work done under this Contract, by him or by any subcontractor under him, in violation of the provisions of this Agreement.12.3 Contractors and subcontractors who are ineligible to bid for work on, or be awarded, a public works project pursuant to Labor Code Sections 1777.1 and 1777.7 are prohibited from bidding on, being awarded, or performing work as a subcontractor, on this Project pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 6109. 12.4 Contractor's attention is directed to the provisions in Sections 1774, 1775, 1776, 1777.5 and 1777.6 of the Labor Code. Contractor shall comply with the provisions in these Sections. The statutory provisions for penalties for failure to comply with the State's wage and hours laws will be enforced. Pursuant to Section 1775 of the Labor Code, the Contractor and any subcontractors, shall, as a penalty to the City forfeit the prescribed amounts per calendar day, or portion thereof, for each worker paid less than the prevailing wage rates. 12.5 Pursuant to Labor Code Section 1771.4, the Project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the California Department of Industrial Relations. 12.6 Each Contractor and subcontractor shall furnish the records specified in Labor Code Section 1776 directly to the State Labor Commissioner at least monthly in the format prescribed by the State Labor Commissioner. 12.7 Sections 1774 and 1775 require the Contractor and all subcontractors to pay not less than the prevailing wage rates to all workmen employed in the execution of the Contract and specify forfeitures and penalties for failure to do so. The minimum wages to be paid are those determined by the State Director of the Department of Industrial Relations. Section 1776 requires the Contractor and all subcontractors to keep accurate payroll records, specifies the contents thereof, their inspection and duplication procedures and certain notices required of the Contractor pertaining to their location. 12.8 Section 1777.5 of the Labor Code requires Contractor or subcontractor employing workers in any apprenticeable occupation to apply to the Joint Apprenticeship Committee nearest the site of the public works project, which administers the apprenticeship program in that trade for a certificate of approval. The certificate will also fix the ratio of apprentices to journeymen to be used in the performance of the Contract. The Contractor is required to make contributions to funds established for the administration of apprenticeship programs if he employs registered apprentices or journeymen in any apprenticeable trade and if other contractors on the public works site are making such contributions. Information relative to apprenticeship standards, contributions, wage schedules and other requirements may be obtained from the State Director of Industrial Relations or from the Division of Apprenticeship Standards. Section 1777.6 of the Labor Code provides that it shall be unlawful to refuse to accept otherwise qualified employees as registered apprentices solely on the grounds of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, or age. 12.9 Eight hours labor constitutes a legal day's work, as set forth in Labor CodeSection 1810. The statutory provisions for penalties for failure to comply with the State's wage and hour laws will be enforced as set forth in Labor Code Section 1813.13 Antitrust ClaimsIn entering into this Agreement, Contractor offers and agrees to assign to the City all rights, title, and interest in and to all causes of action it may have under Section 4 of the Clayton Act (15 U.S.C. Sec. 15) or under the Cartwright Act (Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 16700) of Part 2 of Division 7 of the California Business and Professions Code) arising from purchases of goods, services, or materials pursuant to the Agreement. This assignment shall be made and become effective at the time the City tenders final payment to Contractor without further acknowledgment by the parties.14 Trenching and ExcavationsPursuant to Public Contract Code Section 7104, if the Project involves trenching more than four (4) feet deep, Contractor shall promptly and before the following conditions are disturbed notify the City in writing of any:14.1 Material that Contractor believes may be material that is hazardous waste, as defined in California Health and Safety Code Section 25117, that is required to be removed to a Class I, Class II, or Class III disposal site in accordance with provisions of existing law; and/or14.2 Subsurface or latent physical conditions at the site differing from those indicated; and/or 14.3 Unknown physical conditions at the site of any unusual nature, different materially from those ordinarily encountered and generally recognized as inherent in work of the character provided for in the Contract. 14.4 As required by Labor Code Section 6705 and in addition thereto, whenever work under the Contract that involves an estimated expenditure in excess of twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000) for the excavation of any trench or trenches five (5) feet or more in depth, Contractor shall submit for acceptance by City in advance of excavation, a detailed plan showing the design of shoring, bracing, sloping, or other provisions to be made for worker protection from the hazard of caving ground during the excavation, of such trench or trenches. If such plan varies from the shoring system standards established by the Construction Safety Orders of the Division of Industrial Safety, the plan shall be prepared by a registered civil or structural engineer employed by Contractor, and all costs therefor shall be included in the price of the Contract. Nothing in this provision shall be deemed to allow the use of a shoring, sloping, or other protective system less effective than that required by the Construction Safety Orders. Nothing in this provision shall be construed to impose tort liability on the City or on any City officer, agent, consultant, representative, or employee. All plans, processing and shoring costs are Contractor’s responsibility and must be included in Contractor’s bid. 15 Location of Existing ElementsPursuant to Government Code Sections 4216 to 4216.9, the methods used and costs involved to locate existing elements, points of connection and all construction methods are Contractor’s sole responsibility. Accuracy of information furnished, as to existing conditions, is not guaranteed. Contractor, at its sole expense, must make all investigations necessary to determine locations of existing elements, which may include, without limitation, contacting U.S.A. alert and other private underground locating firm(s), and/or utilizing potholes, specialized locating equipment and/or hand trenching.16 Third Party ClaimsPursuant to Public Contract Code Section 9201, the City has full authority to compromise or otherwise settle any claim relating to this Contract at any time. The City shall timely notify Contractor of the receipt of any third-party claim relating to the Contract. The City shall be entitled to recover its reasonable costs incurred in providing the notification required by Public Contract Code Section 9201(b).17 Non-CollusionContractor hereby certifies that this bid is genuine and not a sham or collusive, or made in the interest or on behalf of any person or business not herein named. Contractor further certifies that Contractor has not directly or indirectly induced or solicited any other bidder to furnish a sham bid, or any other person or business to refrain from bidding, and Contractor has not in any manner sought by collusion to secure itself an advantage over any other bidder. Contractor also affirms that it has signed and submitted with its bid to the City a Non-collusion Declaration as required by Public Contract Code Section 7106.18 Conflicts of InterestContractor agrees not to accept any employment or representation during the term of this Contract or within twelve (12) months after completion of the work under this Contract which is or may likely make Contractor “financially interested,” as provided in Government Code Section 1090 and 87100, in any decisions made by City on any matter in connection with which Contractor has been retained pursuant to this Contract.19 AuditThe City or its representative shall have the option of inspecting and/or auditing all records and other written materials used by Contractor in preparing its billings to the City as a condition precedent to any payment to Contractor. Contractor will promptly furnish documents requested by the City. Additionally, pursuant to Government Code Section 8546.7, if this Contract involves the expenditure of public funds in excess of ten thousand dollars ($10,000), Contractor shall be subject to State Auditor examination and audit at the request of the City or as part of any audit of the City, for a period of three (3) years after final payment under this Contract. 20 Substitute SecurityPursuant to Public Contract Code Section 22300, the substitution of securities for any moneys withheld by the City to ensure performance under a contract is permitted, except where financing will be provided by the Farmers Home Administration of the United States Department of Agriculture pursuant to the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act (7 U.S.C. Sec. 1921 et seq.) or where federal regulations or policies, or both, do not allow the substitution of securities. At the request and expense of Contractor, securities equivalent to the amount withheld shall be deposited with the City, or with a state or federally chartered bank in the State of California as the escrow agent, that shall then pay those moneys to Contractor. Upon satisfactory completion of the Contract, the securities shall be returned to Contractor. Alternatively, Contractor may request and the City shall make payment of retentions earned directly to the escrow agent at the expense of Contractor. At the expense of Contractor, Contractor may direct the investment of the payments into securities, and Contractor shall receive the interest earned on the investments upon the same terms provided for securities deposited by Contractor. Upon satisfactory completion of the Contract, Contractor shall receive from the escrow agent all securities, interest, and payments received by the escrow agent from the City, pursuant to the terms of this section. Securities eligible for investment shall include those listed in California Government Code Section 16430, bank or savings and loan certificates of deposit, interest-bearing demand deposit accounts, standby letters of credit, or any other security to which Contractor and the City agree in writing. Contractor shall be the beneficial owner of any securities substituted for moneys withheld and shall receive any interest thereon. If Contractor elects to receive interest on moneys withheld in retention by the City, it shall, at the request of any subcontractor performing more than five percent (5%) of Contractor’s total bid, make that option available to the subcontractor regarding any moneys withheld in retention by Contractor from the subcontractor. If Contractor elects to receive interest on any moneys withheld in retention by the City, then the subcontractor shall receive the identical rate of interest received by Contractor on any retention moneys withheld from the subcontractor by Contractor, less any actual pro rata costs associated with administering and calculating that interest. In the event that the interest rate is a fluctuating rate, the rate for the subcontractor shall be determined by calculating the interest rate paid during the time that retentions were withheld from the subcontractor. If Contractor elects to substitute securities in lieu of retention, then, by mutual consent of Contractor and its subcontractor, the subcontractor may substitute securities in exchange for the release of moneys held in retention by Contractor. No Contractor shall require any subcontractor to waive any provision of this paragraph. The escrow agreement for security deposits in lieu of retention shall be substantially similar to the form provided in Public Contract Code Section 22300(f). 21 Claims Dispute ResolutionIn the event of any dispute or controversy with the City over any matter whatsoever, the Contractor shall not cause any delay or cessation in or of Work, but shall proceed with the performance of the Work in dispute. The Contractor shall retain any and all rights provided that pertain to the resolution of disputes and protests between the parties. The Disputed Work will be categorized as an “unresolved dispute” and payment, if any, shall be as later determined by mutual agreement or a court of law. The Contractor shall keep accurate, detailed records of all Disputed Work, claims and other disputed matters. All claims arising out of or related to the Contract documents or this Project, and the consideration and payment of such claims, are subject to the Government Claims Act (Government Code Section 810 et seq.) with regard to filing claims. All such claims are also subject to Public Contract Code Section 9204 and Public Contract Code Section 20104 et seq. (Article 1.5), where applicable. This Contract hereby incorporates those provisions as though fully set forth herein. Thus, the Contractor or any Subcontractor must file a claim in accordance with the Government Claims Act as a prerequisite to filing a construction claim in compliance with Section 9204 and Article 1.5 (if applicable), and must then adhere to Section 9204 and Article 1.5 (as applicable), pursuant to the definition of “claim” as individually defined therein.22 OWNERSHIP AND DELIVERY OF WORK PRODUCT All documents, data, reports, studies, analyses, field notes, investigations, plans, specifications, software, programs, manuals, instructions, and other materials of any nature, whether complete or incomplete, that are prepared, developed, or produced by CONTRACTOR or Contractor’s subcontractors in the performance of this Agreement (collectively, “Work Product”) shall be the exclusive property of the CITY.All Work Product shall be delivered to or left with the CITY upon completion, expiration, or termination of this Agreement. Upon request, CONTRACTOR shall provide the CITY with originals and reproducible and electronic copies of all Work Product. Electronic copies shall be provided in an unprotected format that allows the CITY to copy, reproduce, modify, and use the Work Product without restriction. 23 OWNERSHIP OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY The Work Product and all intellectual property rights therein shall be deemed “works made for hire” under the United States Copyright Act (17 U.S.C. § 101 et seq.), and the CITY shall be deemed the author and exclusive owner thereof, in perpetuity and worldwide.To the extent any Work Product does not qualify as a work made for hire, CONTRACTOR hereby irrevocably assigns, transfers, and conveys to the CITY all right, title, and interest in and to such Work Product, including all copyrights, trademarks, patents, and other proprietary rights. CONTRACTOR consents to the use of CONTRACTOR’s name in conjunction with the sale, use, performance, and distribution of Work Product, for any purpose and in any medium.
CONTRACTOR agrees to execute any documents and take any actions reasonably requested by the CITY to confirm or perfect the CITY'S ownership of such rights. CONTRACTOR waives any and all moral rights or similar rights under California Civil Code section 980 or any other applicable law to the extent permitted by law.24 Non-discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunity24.1 In performance of this Contract, CONTRACTOR shall not discriminate against any employee, subcontractor, or applicant for employment because of sex, color, race, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, medical condition including the medical condition of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) or any condition related thereto, marital status, sexual orientation, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or military and veteran status. CONTRACTOR will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to their sex, color, race, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, medical condition including the medical condition of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) or any condition related thereto, marital status, sexual orientation, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or military and veteran status . Affirmative action relating to employment shall include, but not be limited to the following: employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer; recruitment; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship.25 SB 1383 COMPLIANCE CONTRACTOR shall comply with all applicable requirements of California Senate Bill 1383 (SB 1383) and related regulations concerning the reduction of organic waste, diversion from landfills, and edible food recovery.26 IntegrationThis Contract supersedes any and all agreements, either oral or written, between the parties hereto with respect to the construction of the Project by Contractor for City and contains all of the covenants and agreements between the parties with respect to the construction of the Project. Each party to this Contract acknowledges that no representations, inducements, promises, or agreements, orally or otherwise, have been made with regard to the construction of the Project by any party, or anyone acting on behalf of any party, which are not embodied herein, and that no other agreement, statement, or promise regarding work not contained in this Contract shall be valid or binding. Any modification or amendment of this Contract will be effective only if it is in writing and signed by the parties to this Contract. Any changes to the work required by this Contract will be by change order signed by the parties.27 Debarment and Suspension CertificationTitle 2, Code of Federal Regulations, Part §180.300The bidder, under penalty of perjury, certifies that, except as noted in a separate document, he/she or any other person associated therewith in the capacity of owner, partner, director, officer, or manager:
is not currently under suspension, debarment, voluntary exclusion, or determination of ineligibility by any Federal agency;has not been suspended, debarred, voluntarily excluded or determined ineligible by any Federal agency within the past 3 years;does not have a proposed debarment pending; and has not been indicted, convicted, or had a civil judgment rendered against it by a court of competent jurisdiction in any matter involving fraud or official misconduct within the past 3 years.28 Governing LawThis Contract will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California without reference to change of venue laws. Any legal action in which enforcement of the terms and conditions of this Contract is requested, or in which it is alleged that a breach of this Contract has taken place, shall be filed and prosecuted in the County of Los Angeles, California.29 HEALTH AND SAFETY PROVISIONSA. CONTRACTOR and all subcontractors shall abide by all health and safety mandates issued by federal, state, county, City of Palmdale, and/or public health officers, and worksite-specific mandates. If multiple mandates exist, the CONTRACTOR and subcontractors shall abide by the most restrictive mandate.B. Costs associated with adhering to health and safety mandates are the responsibility of the CONTRACTOR. CONTRACTOR is responsible for the tracking and compliance of health and safety mandates and may be audited upon request.30 NOTIFICATION AND ACCESS REVOCATIONThe CONTRACTOR shall notify the CITY in writing prior to or no later than twenty-four (24) hours after, the termination, expiration, suspension, reassignment, or removal of any Contractor Personnel with access to the Project or Owner Resources. For Contractor Personnel with Information Technology access, notification must be immediate, or the CITY may consider the CONTRACTOR to be in breach of contract. Notice shall include the individual’s name, role, effective date and time of termination or removal, and systems or resources accessed.The CITY reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to immediately suspend or revoke access for any Contractor Personnel upon receipt of notice or upon CITY'S determination that such access is no longer required or appropriate. 31 FORCE MAJEURE Neither Party shall be liable for any failure or delay in performing its obligations under this Agreement (other than payment obligations) if such failure or delay is caused by an event or circumstance beyond the reasonable control of the affected Party (“Force Majeure Event”). Force Majeure Events include, but are not limited to, acts of God; flood; fire; earthquake; explosion; war; terrorism; civil disturbance; epidemic or pandemic; quarantine; governmental actions or orders; or other similar events beyond the control of the affected Party.
The affected Party shall provide written notice to the other Party within ten (10) calendar days of the occurrence of the Force Majeure Event, describing the nature, expected duration, and anticipated impact on performance. The Party shall use all diligent efforts to mitigate the effects of the event and resume performance as soon as practicable. When CONTRACTOR is the sole cause of the delay to the commissioning and substantial completion and delay is not caused by an event of Force Majeure or by the CITY'S failure to make payments in accordance with the Contract or to provide required information to CONTRACTOR when contemplated in the Contract, CITY shall be entitled to liquidated damages in the sum at the daily rate of $1,000.00, beginning at zero (0) days from written notice given by CITY up to a maximum liquidated damage aggregate of ten percent (10%) of the contract price of the equipment delayed. 32 Successors and AssignsThe terms and conditions of this Contract shall be binding on the successors and assigns of the parties to this Contract.33 ExhibitsThe exhibits and attachments referenced in this Contract are attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference as though set forth in full in the Contract. 34 Authority to SignThe person or persons executing this Contract on behalf of the Contractor warrant and represent that they have the authority to execute this Contract on behalf of the Contractor and have the authority to bind Contractor to the construction of the Project.35 Time is of the EssenceTime is of the essence in every provision of this Agreement in which time to perform is a factor. In Witness Whereof, the parties hereto have caused this Contract to be executed and attested by their respective officers thereunto duly authorized.
CITY OF PALMDALE VANCE CORPORATION Salvador Mendez DateCity Manager Robert Erautt DateVice President ADDRESS FOR NOTICE:CITY OF PALMDALE38250 Sierra HighwayPalmdale, CA 93550 ADDRESS FOR NOTICE:VANCE CORPORATIONPO Box 575Beaumont, CA 92223APPROVE AS TO FORM: Alexandra Severino City Attorney ATTEST: Rochelle ScottCity ClerkATTEST: If Corporation Secretary [Signatures of contractor on bond(s) must be notarized. Obtain two corporate signatures if contractor is a corporation.] ---------------------------------------- INTERNAL USE ONLY ---------------------------------------- and Endorsement(s) attached business name on contract with certificate(s) notarized bond(s), Worker's Compensation Certificate, and Guaranty Agreement Checklist and met all requirements CFR 200 Checklist (if federally funded)
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MAY 5, 2026
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1) CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Ohlsen called the meeting to order at 5:05 pm.
Note: All City Council memberships are reflected in their City Council titles.
2) ROLL CALL MAYOR OHLSEN, MAYOR PRO TEM BISHOP, COUNCILMEMBERS LOA, BETTENCOURT, ALARCÓN COMMISSIONERS FRAGA-SAENZ, BETTS PRESENT: Eric Ohlsen, Austin Bishop, Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Andrea Alarcón, Christina Fraga-Saenz, Dianne Betts.
ABSENT: None.
3) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND MOMENT OF SILENCE
Mayor Ohlsen led the pledge of allegiance.
4) PRESENTATIONS
4.1) City of Palmdale Veteran of the Year Award.
Council and representatives from the offices of Congressman Whitesides, Senator Valladares, and Assemblyman Carrillo presented a proclamation and certificates recognizing Mayra Duarte.
Ms. Duarte expressed her appreciation for the recognition and spoke words of encouragement to the community.
4.2) Commendation to Sophia Reyes in honor of her retirement from the City of Palmdale.
Councilmember Bettencourt read the commendation, and Council recognized Sophia Reyes for 30 years of service with the City of Palmdale.
Ms. Reyes spoke about her 30 years of service working for the City of Palmdale.
2 5) NON-AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENTS
The following individuals provided public input: Sandy Carpenter discussed the AV Edge contract, and the Multi -Agency Regional Resilience Center. Eugene Hernandez commented on the Lancaster investigation and spoke in opposition to the AV Edge contract. Dr. Coronado spoke regarding transparency, the city sales tax Measures AV and PD, and city leadership. Bahman Tamjidi discussed a zoning change involving property he owns. Roger Soderstedt commented regarding the K - rails at Arnie Quinones Park. Michelley Benitez spoke regarding the 11.25% tax, city roads, and a directly elected mayor. Rich Gallego spoke about the recent Supreme Court ruling in Louisiana v. Callais and called on the Council to pass an ordinance abolishing the current districts in Palmdale and providing the opportunity for the voters to decide if they want districts on an at -large situation. Marcos Alvarez provided the history of Cinco de Mayo. An unidentified man spoke regarding an at - large mayor, the AV Edge contract, and the 11.25% tax increase. An unidentified woman commented regarding tax dollars, potholes, and the winter shelter and services for the homeless. Mark Maldonado commented regarding 11.25% tax and the concerns of the people, and bringing smoke shop businesses to Palmdale.
Chuck Murphy spoke his Music and Kids program and working with the school district.
Mayor Ohlsen discussed his opposition to Measure ER and the importance of protecting tax revenue for the City of Palmdale.
Councilmember Loa discussed the benefits of Measure PD, local control, and demonstrating results from the funding.
Councilmember Alarcón read her statement opposing Measure PD when it was originally proposed. She requested that a draft resolution be brought back to Council for further consideration. She read the resolution into the record and introduced the following motion.
Motion that the Council instructs the City Attorney to:
1. Draft a resolution ordering that an ordinance to fully repeal Measure PD be submitted to the voters at the General Municipal Election to be held on November 3, 2026;
2. Draft a resolution to defer the implementation and collection of the full amount of the Measure PD sales tax increase. This deferral shall remain in effect until November 3, 2026 election results are certified; and
3. Both the forementioned resolutions be drafted and brought back to the Council for consideration and action at its next regularly scheduled CC meeting.
Councilmember Alarcón stated that she was requesting the item be placed on a future agenda so the Council could fully discuss it. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Bettencourt.
Mayor Ohlsen stated that he did not want to consider repealing Measure PD if doing so would open up more of the sales tax cap. He suggested that, if voters reject Measure ER, Council should revisit the discussion. However, if voters approve Measure ER, Council may need Measure PD as a tool for potential litigation to stop implementation of the tax in Palmdale.
3 Mayor Pro Tem Bishop spoke about his opposition to Measure AV in 2020. He further discussed Measure PD in 2024 and spoke about protecting our local tax dollars.
Councilmember Bettencourt discussed a meeting that her and Councilmember Loa had with HDL regarding the possible tax benefits for storefront cannabis. She also mentioned that her and Councilmember Alarcón have repeatedly demanded accountability from AV Edge for city funds that were provided.
Councilmember Alarcón asked for a second to bring back the motion for discussion.
Motion: Bring the motion back to the next meeting for further discussion.
Moved by Andrea Alarcón, seconded by Laura Bettencourt.
Vote: Motion carried (5-0)
Yes: Eric Ohlsen, Austin Bishop, Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Andrea Alarcón.
City Manager Mendez requested that 7.9, 7.10, and 9.3 be brought back to a future meeting.
6) HOUSING AUTHORITY CONSENT CALENDAR
6.1) Approve the minutes from the previous meeting.
Motion: Approve the Housing Authority Consent Calendar.
Moved by Christina Fraga-Saenz, seconded by Dianne Betts.
Vote: Motion carried (7-0)
Yes: Eric Ohlsen, Austin Bishop, Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Andrea Alarcón, Christina Fraga-Saenz, Dianne Betts.
7) CONSENT CALENDAR
The following items were pulled by the Council for discussion: Items 7.6, 7.7, and
7.17. 7.1) Waive full reading of the Resolution(s) and/or Ordinance(s) to be considered and voted on at this meeting. (This allows for reading the title only in lieu of reciting the entire text).
7.2) Receive and file the monthly and quarterly investment activity reports for March 2026.
7.3) Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026 -026, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale designating by title and name those officials who are authorized to sign checks and warrants, and repealing Resolution No. CC 2025-045; and adopt Resolution No. SA 2026 -003, a Resolution of the Successor Agency to the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Palmdale, designating by title and name those officials who are authorized to sign checks and warrants, and repealing Resolution No. SA 2025-002.
7.4) Approve Agreement with TK Elevator Corporation for elevator modernization services for a total not to exceed amount of $162,435 for a term of one year.
4 7.5) Approve Construction Agreement with CEM Construction Corporation for PN 796, 45th Street East Sewer, Storm Drain, and Street Improvement Project, for a total not to exceed amount of $10,995,022 for a term of 251 working days from the date of the Notice to Proceed.
7.6) Approve Agreement with Willdan Engineering for Construction Management and Observation Services for PN 796, 45th Street East Sewer, Storm Drain, and Street Improvement Project, for a total not to exceed amount of $877,190 for a term of 251 working days from the date of the Notice to Proceed.
Director Torres presented the staff report.
Councilmember Alarcón spoke about the pattern of awarding contracts to this specific contractor. Director Torres answered questions regarding the contract.
There was further discussion among Council regarding the qualifications of the contractor, urgency of approving the agreement, continuing the item, and percentage of contracts with this specific vendor.
City Manager Mendez spoke about the item being continued.
Mayor Ohlsen made a motion to approve the item, and Mayor Pro Tem Bishop seconded the motion.
Councilmember Loa made a substitute motion to continue this item to the June 2, 2026 meeting.
Motion: Continue this item to the June 2, 2026 meeting.
Moved by Richard J. Loa, seconded by Andrea Alarcón.
Vote: Motion carried (3-1)
Yes: Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Andrea Alarcón.
No: Eric Ohlsen.
Abstain: Austin Bishop.
7.7) Approve Construction Agreement with RG General Engineering, Inc., for PN 839, McAdam Park Improvement Project, for a total not to exceed amount of $8,048,897 for a term of 250 working days from the date of the Notice to Proceed.
Director Torres presented the staff report.
Councilmember Alarcón spoke in support of the of the renovations at McAdam Park and discussed the Community Workforce Agreement requirement.
Motion: Approve Construction Agreement with RG General Engineering, Inc., for PN 839, McAdam Park Improvement Project, for a total not to exceed amount of $8,048,897 for a term of 250 working days from the date of the Notice to Proceed.
Moved by Andrea Alarcón, seconded by Richard J. Loa.
Vote: Motion carried (5-0)
Yes: Eric Ohlsen, Austin Bishop, Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Andrea
5 Alarcón.
7.8) Approve Construction Agreement with Coast Construction Group for PN 854, Palmdale Playhouse ADA Project, for a total not to exceed amount of $264,373.80 for a term of 50 working days from the date of the Notice to Proceed.
7.9) Approve Agreement with Paragon Partners Consultants, Inc., for Right-of-Way Engineering Services, for PN 914, Rancho Vista Blvd. Grade Separation Project, for a total not to exceed amount of $691,006 for a term of two years from the date of the Notice to Proceed.
This item was pulled to bring at a future date.
7.10) Approve Construction Agreement with Vance Corporation for PN 917A, Avenue R Phase I from 25th Street East to Tackstem Avenue, for a total not to exceed amount of $12,777,831.62 for a term of 120 working days from the date of the Notice to Proceed.
This item was pulled to bring at a future date.
7.11) Approve Agreement with Z&K Consultants for Construction Management and Observation Services for PN 917A, Avenue R from 25th Street East to Tackstem Avenue Project, for a total not to exceed amount of $559,257.60 for a term of 365 calendar days from the date of the Notice to Proceed.
7.12) Approve Project Authorization Agreement with NBS Government Finance Group for Annual Assessment and Special District Levy Administration Services for a total not to exceed amount of $531,450 for a term of thirty - eight (38) months.
7.13) Approve Construction Agreement with Calmex Engineering, Inc., for PN 869- A, Arterial Road Rehabilitation Project at Palmdale Blvd. for a total not to exceed amount of $4,581,216 for a term of 60 working days from the date of the Notice to Proceed.
7.14) Approve Requisition with Plumber’s Depot, Inc., for a GapVax Combination Truck for a total not to exceed amount of $932,482; and approve Requisition with National Auto Fleet for a Ford F -600 Dump Truck for a total not to exceed amount of $133,358.
7.15) Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026 -019, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale, adopting a list of projects for Fiscal Year 2026-27 funded by Senate Bill 1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017.
7.16) Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026 -020, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale, approving the application for local streets and roads funds authorized under Article 8 of the Transportation Development Act.
7.17) Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026 -021, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale, California, calling for the holding of a General Municipal
6 Election to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, for the election of certain officers as required by the provisions of the City of Palmdale Charter; Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026 -022, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale, California, requesting the Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles to consolidate a General Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, with the Statewide General Election to be held on the same date pursuant to Section 10403 of the Elections Code; and, Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026 -024, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale, California, adopting regulations for Candidates for Elective Office pertaining to Candidate Statements submitted to the voters at the General Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
Councilmember Loa asked the City Attorney if the Supreme Court case, Louisiana v. Callais would affect California. City Attorney Severino responded.
Mayor Ohlsen suggested moving forward with adopting the item.
Councilmember Loa made a motion to continue the item to the June 2, 2026 meeting. Councilmember Loa's motion died for lack of a second.
Councilmember Bettencourt requested that City Attorney Severino research whether the Supreme Court’s decision in Louisiana v. Callais would allow the City of Palmdale to return to a directly elected mayor. Mayor Ohlsen suggested obtaining a legal analysis. There was further discussion regarding a directly elected mayor.
Motion: Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026-021, CC 2026-022, CC 2026-024 Moved by Eric Ohlsen, seconded by Austin Bishop.
Vote: Motion carried (4-1)
Yes: Eric Ohlsen, Austin Bishop, Laura Bettencourt, Andrea Alarcón.
No: Richard J. Loa.
7.18) Approve the minutes from the previous meeting.
Motion: Approve the Consent Calendar except for 7.6, 7.7, and 7.17.
Moved by Austin Bishop, seconded by Richard J. Loa.
Vote: Motion carried (5-0)
Yes: Eric Ohlsen, Austin Bishop, Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Andrea Alarcón.
8) PUBLIC HEARING
8.1) Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026 -027, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale, approving the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Annual Action Plan for use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Entitlement Funds.
City Clerk Scott read the title of the resolution.
Interim Housing Manager LeNoue provided details during her PowerPoint presentation.
7 Councilmember Loa asked about the number of units for the Linc Housing project, and Interim Housing Manager LeNoue responded that it would include 73 units.
Councilmember Alarcón, on behalf of herself and Councilmember Bettencourt, asked a question and stated that they were both advocates for a domestic violence or emergency transitional housing in Palmdale. She suggested setting aside future Affordable Housing funds specifically for domestic violence housing.
Councilmember Bettencourt asked whether the American Dream Housing Counseling Agency would be located in Palmdale and staffed by local employees. Interim Housing Manager LeNoue stated that the office would be located in Lancaster, but services would be provided in Palmdale.
Councilmember Bettencourt suggested that the office be located in Palmdale.
The following individuals provided public input: Kevin Dillard of American Dream Housing Counseling Agency confirmed that an office will be opened in Palmdale. Mark Maldonado spoke in support of domestic violence housing. Ms.
Moran discussed her program, “Let It Out,” as well as domestic violence and drug addiction. Michelley asked about funds allocated to parks vs housing.
Roger Soderstedt spoke in support of domestic violence housing.
Mayor Ohlsen closed the public comments.
There was discussion among Councilmember Alarcón and Interim Housing Manager LeNoue regarding identifying funds for a domestic violence housing.
Interim Housing Manager LeNoue stated the motion should be to adopt the annual action plan as amended.
Motion: Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026-027 and approve staff recommendation with the amendment of future affordable housing amount of $226,837.35 be designated towards the development of domestic violence housing.
Moved by Andrea Alarcón, seconded by Laura Bettencourt.
Vote: Motion carried (5-0)
Yes: Eric Ohlsen, Austin Bishop, Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Andrea Alarcón.
Mayor Ohlsen called for a recess at 7:11 pm - 7:19 pm.
8.2) Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026 -025, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale approving MOD 26 -0010 amending a previously approved density bonus agreement 25 -0003 (A -9355), to facilitate the construction of 272-Unit multi -family residential development on two vacant parcels totaling approximately 9.8 acres located at the northwest corner of East Avenue Q and 25th Street East, and authorize the City Manager or his designee to exercise the option to amend the agreement as necessary, including minimal and /or non substantive changes (APNS: 3022-012-036 and -037).
Mayor Ohlsen opened the Public Hearing.
8 City Clerk Scott read the title of the resolution.
Interim Deputy Director Magana presented the staff report and spoke about the concessions provided to the applicant.
There was Council, applicant, and staff discussion regarding the project and the concessions.
Mayor Ohlsen called for public comments.
Public Comments: None.
Mayor Ohlsen closed the public hearing.
Motion: Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026-025, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale approving MOD 26 -0010 amending a previously approved density bonus agreement 25 -0003 (A-9355), to facilitate the construction of a 272-unit multi -family residential development on two vacant parcels totaling approximately 9.8 acres located at the northwest corner of East Avenue Q and 25th Street East
Moved by Andrea Alarcón, seconded by Richard J. Loa.
Vote: Motion carried (5-0)
Yes: Eric Ohlsen, Austin Bishop, Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Andrea Alarcón.
8.3) Adopt Ordinance No. 1667, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Palmdale approving Zoning Ordinance Amendment 26 -0002 to modify requirements related to Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units to ensure compliance with state law and find the amendment is exempt from environmental review.
Mayor Ohlsen opened the Public Hearing.
City Clerk Scott read the title of the ordinance.
Interim Deputy Director Magana presented the staff report.
Mayor Ohlsen called for public comments.
Public Comments: None.
Mayor Ohlsen closed the public comments.
A unanimous motion was approved to introduce Ordinance No. 1667.
Motion: Adopt Ordinance No. 1667, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Palmdale approving Zoning Ordinance Amendment 26 -0002 to modify requirements related to Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units to ensure compliance with state law and find the amendment is exempt from environmental review.
Moved by Laura Bettencourt, seconded by Austin Bishop.
9 Vote: Motion carried (5-0)
Yes: Eric Ohlsen, Austin Bishop, Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Andrea Alarcón.
8.4) Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026 -023, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale approving the issuance of tax-exempt and/or taxable revenue obligations by the California Enterprise Development Authority (CEDA) in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $2,300,000 for the purpose of financing, refinancing and/or reimbursing the cost of acquisition, construction, installation, furnishing and equipping of healthcare facilities for the benefit of Bartz-Altadonna Community Health Center and/or a related successor entity.
City Clerk Scott read the title of the resolution.
Deputy City Manager Samson presented that staff report.
Councilmember Bettencourt asked whether the City had any funding obligation related to this item, and Deputy City Manager Samson confirmed that the City has no funding obligations.
Mayor Ohlsen called for public comments.
Public Comments: None.
Mayor Ohlsen closed the public hearing.
Motion: Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026-023, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale approving the issuance of tax -exempt and/or taxable revenue obligations by the California Enterprise Development Authority (CEDA) in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $2,300,000 for the purpose of financing, refinancing and/or reimbursing the cost of acquisition, construction, installation, furnishing and equipping of healthcare facilities for the benefit of Bartz-Altadonna Community Health Center and/or a related successor entity.
Moved by Andrea Alarcón, seconded by Laura Bettencourt.
Vote: Motion carried (5-0)
Yes: Eric Ohlsen, Austin Bishop, Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Andrea Alarcón.
9) NEW BUSINESS CC/SA - Now is the time for public participation.
9.1) Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026 -016, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale approving the Five-Year Public Art Work Plan for projects in the City of Palmdale in accordance with Chapter 15.01 of the Palmdale Municipal Code.
City Clerk Scott read the title of the Resolution.
Public Art Program Manager Davis provided a PowerPoint presentation on completed projects, pending art installations, and proposed projects.
Council spoke in support of the projects.
10 Mayor Ohlsen called for public comments.
Public Art Coordinator Davis acknowledged that five emails were received in support of the Public Art Program.
The following individuals provided public comments: Patty of the Palmdale Woman's Club, Chelsea Williams, and Josh Jimenez spoke in support of the program. Eugene Hernandez spoke about honoring Chicano Heritage through public art.
Motion: Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026 -016, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale approving the Five-Year Public Art Work Plan for projects in the City of Palmdale in accordance with Chapter 15.01 of the Palmdale Municipal Code.
Moved by Andrea Alarcón, seconded by Laura Bettencourt.
Vote: Motion carried (5-0)
Yes: Eric Ohlsen, Austin Bishop, Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Andrea Alarcón.
9.2) Pavement Management Plan (PMP).
Deputy Director Livingston provided a PowerPoint presentation on the Pavement Management Program.
There was Council and staff discussion regarding cost of paving the roads and trucks damaging the roads. Council spoke in support of the program.
The following individuals provided public comments: Mark Maldonado spoke about the damage that potholes cause to vehicles and in support of the program, Colleen expressed concerns about a speed bump on 40th Street at the railroad crossing, and an unnamed woman spoke regarding cleaning the area around 47th Street East at Four Points.
Motion: Approve the presentation of the Pavement Management Plan.
Moved by Andrea Alarcón, seconded by Austin Bishop.
Vote: Motion carried (5-0)
Yes: Eric Ohlsen, Austin Bishop, Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Andrea Alarcón.
9.3) Receive and file the City of Palmdale’s 2026 -31 Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan.
This item was pulled to bring at a future date.
9.4) Adopt Resolution No. SA 2026 -004, a Resolution of the Successor Agency to the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Palmdale authorizing the issuance and sale of tax allocation bonds to refund obligations of the former Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Palmdale, and approving related documents and actions.
City Clerk Scott read the title of the resolution.
11 Deputy City Manager Samson presented the staff report.
Councilmember Loa asked how the City saves money through refinancing bonds, and Deputy City Manager Samson explained that, by refunding the bonds, the City is able to take advantage of lower interest rates.
Motion: Adopt Resolution No. SA 2026 -004, a Resolution of the Successor Agency to the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Palmdale authorizing the issuance and sale of tax allocation bonds to refund obligations of the former Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Palmdale, and approving related documents and actions.
Moved by Richard J. Loa, seconded by Laura Bettencourt.
Vote: Motion carried (5-0)
Yes: Eric Ohlsen, Austin Bishop, Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Andrea Alarcón.
10) JOINT NEW BUSINESS CC/SA/HA/IDA/PAA/PFA - Now is the time for public participation.
10.1) Presentation of the City of Palmdale Draft Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-27.
City Manager Mendez announced that this was the first reading of the budget and provided an opportunity for Council feedback.
Deputy City Manager Samson provided a PowerPoint presentation on the FY 2026-27 budget.
Councilmember Alarcón asked questions regarding a portion of the Measure AV budget, specifically Economic Development. She suggested that the City not exercise the option to extend the AV Edge contract and reconsider some of the Auto Mall funding. She also requested information regarding the increase in the City Attorney budget and the underlying schedules for contract services, operating expenses, and other expenditures.
Councilmember Bettencourt and Mayor Pro Tem Bishop spoke in support of the balanced budget.
The following individual provided public input: Roger Soderstedt inquired about whom he should contact regarding the K-rails at Arnie Quinones Park.
Mayor Ohlsen closed the public comments.
City Manager Mendez announced that public outreach had been conducted to gather input on the budget.
11) CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
City Manager Salvador provided an update on several upcoming events, including the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive led by local postal workers on May 9 at the post office annex located at 38917 20th Street East; the AV Children’s Choir presentation of “Americana: Singing Stories of America” on May 16 at the Palmdale Playhouse; A
12 Tribute to the King: Scott Bruce as Elvis on May 23 at the Palmdale Playhouse; the opening day of the season for DryTown Water Park on May 23; West Coast Classical presents Sounds 2 Beautiful on May 30 at the Palmdale Playhouse; West Coast Classical presents Symphony of Strings on May 31 at the Palmdale Playhouse; and the High Desert Beer and Wine Festival on June 20 at the Amphitheater.
City Manager Salvador also announced that Council is accepting applications for the Mobile Home Rental Review Board, the Board of Library Trustees, and the Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District (EIFD) Public Financing Authority. In addition, the Farmers Market is held Fridays at Sam Yellen Park.
12) COUNCIL REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR FUTURE
AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Loa requested a future agenda item for the June meeting on the financing program and agreements that were developed by the sub -committee and the Auto Mall.
City Attorney Severino asked for clarification on the motion whether it should go on as an action item to the proposed loan agreement or a discussion item to discuss appropriate options to address. Councilmember Loa proposed an action item.
Motion: Add a future action agenda item for the June meeting related to the financing program and agreements developed out of the meetings with the sub-committee and the auto mall.
Moved by Richard J. Loa, seconded by Eric Ohlsen.
Vote: Motion carried (3-0)
Yes: Eric Ohlsen, Richard J. Loa, Andrea Alarcón.
Councilmember Bettencourt requested a future agenda item regarding the City logo and rebranding.
Mayor Pro Tem Bishop discussed proposed County Measure ER. He requested a press release or proclamation opposing the measure. He discussed the possibility of Measure ER overriding the intent of Measure PD and asked for Council consensus on opposing Measure ER. There was further discussion among the Council about adopting a resolution at a Special Meeting.
Motion: Bring back a special meeting to discuss Measure ER and adopt a resolution to oppose the measure.
Moved by Eric Ohlsen, seconded by Andrea Alarcón.
Vote: Motion carried (5-0)
Yes: Eric Ohlsen, Austin Bishop, Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Andrea Alarcón.
Councilmember Alarcón requested a presentation regarding the status of the Multi - Agency Regional Resilience Center (MARRC) and its protocols for use. She also requested a list of City -sponsored events and the process for obtaining sponsorship.
In addition, she requested an agenda item to determine whether or not an ad hoc committee should be formed to review the special events and cultural events policies.
13 Motion: Request to add two future agenda items:
1) Presentation to provide the status of the Multi-Agency Regional Resilience Center (MARRC) and its protocols for use; and
2) Discussion item on whether an ad hoc committee should be created to review the special events and cultural events policies.
Moved by Andrea Alarcón, seconded by Eric Ohlsen.
Vote: Motion carried (5-0)
Yes: Eric Ohlsen, Austin Bishop, Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Andrea Alarcón.
Councilmember Alarcón announced an eviction protection event would be held on May 12 in Poncitlan Square.
Councilmember Bettencourt announced the District 3 Neighborhood Watch event on May 12 at Oasis Park
13) CLOSED SESSION
PRESENTATION BY CITY ATTORNEY
Public Comments: None.
City Attorney Severino confirmed the items would be heard as listed and recommended the recusal of Councilmember Loa and Councilmember Alarcón from one of the items on 13.3.
13.1) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION Concerning CV Communities, LLC v. Antelope Valley -East Kern Water Agency, et al.
Los Angeles Superior Court 20STCV10953
This closed session is being held pursuant to the authority of California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1).
13.2) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION Ricky Thorstensen v. City of Palmdale, et al.
Los Angeles Superior Court 22STCV29463
This closed session is being held pursuant to the authority of California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1).
13.3) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Initiation of litigation: (3 cases)
This closed session is being held pursuant to the authority of California Government Code Section 54956.9, paragraph (4) of subdivision (d).
13.4) CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Agency designated representatives: Salvador Mendez, City Manager, and Linda Daube, Special Counsel, Janelle Samson, Deputy City Manager, and Yvette Barrios, Director of Human Resources
Employee organization: Teamsters Local 986
This closed session is being held pursuant to the authority of California Government Code Section 54957.6.
14 13.5) PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT
Title: City Attorney Recruitment
This closed session is being held pursuant to the authority of California Government Code Section 54957.
14) ANNOUNCEMENT BY CITY ATTORNEY
Closed Session was held from 9:30 pm - 11:45 pm.
City Attorney Severino announced the following:
13.1 – There was no reportable action.
13.2 – There was no reportable action.
13.3 – There was no reportable action.
13.4 - There was no reportable action.
City Manager Mendez announced the following:
13.5 – There was no reportable action.
15) ADJOURN
Mayor Ohlsen adjourned the meeting at 11:45 pm to June 2, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber located at 38300 Sierra Highway, Suite B, Palmdale, California.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED this 2nd day of June, 2026.
Eric Ohlsen, Mayor
ATTEST:
Rochelle Scott, City Clerk
1 MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBER
38300 SIERRA HIGHWAY, SUITE B
PALMDALE, CALIFORNIA
MAY 11, 2026
12:00 PM
1) CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Ohlsen called the meeting to order at 12:05 pm.
Note: All City Council memberships are reflected in their City Council titles.
2) ROLL CALL MAYOR OHLSEN, MAYOR PRO TEM BISHOP, COUNCILMEMBERS LOA, BETTENCOURT, ALARCÓN
PRESENT: Eric Ohlsen, Austin Bishop, Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Andrea Alarcón.
ABSENT: None.
3) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND MOMENT OF SILENCE
Mayor Ohlsen led the pledge of allegiance.
4) NEW BUSINESS - Now is the time for public participation.
4.1) Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026- 029, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale expressing the City Council’s opposition to Measure ER, a Los Angeles Countywide initiative, on the June 2026 statewide ballot.
City Clerk Scott read the title of the resolution.
City Attorney Severino presented the staff report.
Public Comments: None.
There was Council discussion regarding the proposed resolution.
Councilmember Loa moved that Council strike the first sentence of the eighth “Whereas” clause, while Councilmember Alarcón recommended and moved that Council strike the fifth “Whereas” clause and Section 1 of the proposed resolution.
Further discussion followed regarding Council opposition to the passage of Measure ER, the effect the sales tax may have on Palmdale, an informational campaign about Measure ER to educate residents, potential litigation if passed to stop implementation of the tax in Palmdale, and advocating for State legislators to specifically grant Palmdale an exemption or establish a statewide 2 sales tax cap of 11.25%.
Motion: Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026-029, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale expressing the City Council's opposition to Measure ER, a Los Angeles Countywide initiative, on the June 2026 statewide ballot as amended, and direct staff to continue legal analysis and intergovernmental coordination related to Countywide tax policy and local fiscal autonomy.
Moved by Andrea Alarcón, seconded by Eric Ohlsen.
Vote: Motion carried (5-0)
Yes: Eric Ohlsen, Austin Bishop, Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Andrea Alarcón.
5) ADJOURN
Mayor Ohlsen adjourned the meeting at 12:26 pm.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED this 2nd day of June 2026.
Eric Ohlsen, Mayor
ATTEST:
Rochelle Scott, City Clerk
City Council Staff Report
DATE: JUNE 2, 2026
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: CITY MANAGER DEPARTMENT
CITY CLERK DIVISION
DISTRICT: 1, 3 and 4
SUBJECT: APPROVE PLANNING COMMISSION REAPPOINTMENTS FOR DISTRICTS 1, 3, and 4
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the Planning Commission reappointments of David Lujan (District 1), Mateo Olivarez (District 3), and Getro Elize (District 4) for new terms expiring on June 30, 2028.
BACKGROUND
Planning Commission appointments are made in accordance with Section 2.46.030 of the Palmdale Municipal Code (PMC). The Planning Commission shall consist of five commissioners, each appointed from a Planning Commission district. All commissioners shall be voting m embers of the Planning Commission. To be appointed, each commissioner must be a resident of the district from which they are appointed.
Commissioners serve two-year terms.
DISCUSSION
Commissioners Lujan, Olivarez, and Elize’s terms expire on June 30, 2026. Mayor Pro Tem Bishop (District 1), Councilmember Bettencourt (District 3), and Mayor Ohlsen (District 4) requested that their current Commissioners be reappointed. In addition, Commissioners Lujan, Olivarez, and Elize expressed a desire to continue s erving on the Planning Commission for an additional two -year term, which expires on June 30, 2028.
FISCAL IMPACT
$3,500; Commissioners receive $100 per meeting, and the Chair receives $150. Funds are budgeted in the General City Salaries Part-time. Meetings are held on the second Thursday of the month
Report to Mayor and City Council
Approve Reappointments to the Planning Commission
June 2, 2026
STRATEGIC PLAN
Goal II: Ensure long-term fiscal health of the City and maintain funding for services.
C. Involve and expand engagement to enhance public oversight and transparency.
Goal IV: Maintain a desirable community where everyone wants to live, work and play.
B. Provide inclusive access to a variety of supportive services that build a resilient and healthy community.
Prepared by: Rochelle Scott, City Clerk
Certified as to availability of Funds: Janelle Samson, Deputy City Manager Approved by: Salvador Mendez, City Manager
Approved as to form: Alexandra Severino, City Attorney
ATTACHMENTS:
None
City Council Staff Report
DATE: JUNE 2, 2026
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: CITY MANAGER DEPARTMENT
CITY CLERK DIVISION
DISTRICT: ALL
SUBJECT: NOMINATE AND APPOINT ONE PUBLIC MEMBER TO THE
PALMDALE ENHANCED INFRASTRUCTURE FINANCING
DISTRICT (EIFD) PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY (PFA) TO
SERVE THE REMAINDER OF A TWO-YEAR TERM SET TO EXPIRE
JUNE 30, 2027
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommend that the City Council:
1. Nominate and appoint one public member to the Palmdale EIFD PFA to serve the remainder of a two-year term set to expire June 30, 2027.
BACKGROUND
The Palmdale EIFD and PFA were established on June 1, 2021, by Resolution No. CC 2021-044. The primary goal of the Palmdale EIFD is to implement the Palmdale Enhanced Infrastructure Financing Plan to attract new private sector investment, accelerate development in key areas of the City, stimulate job creation, expand housing opportunities, and strengthen local and regional transportation options for the region.
The PFA is a separate body that oversees the Palmdale EIFD. The PFA includes two members of the City Council, a public member selected by the Council, one County member, and a public member selected by the County.
Meetings are held on an as-needed basis in the Council Chamber, 38300 Sierra Highway, Suite B, Palmdale, CA.
DISCUSSION
Board Member Gordon resigned on January 15, 2026, creating a vacancy . Due to the resignation, this action allows the City Council to nominate and appoint one public member to fill the vacancy.
Report to Mayor and City Council
Re: Council to Nominate and Appoint one public member to the EIFD PFA June 2, 2026
The recruitment was announced to the public via a press release, which included the application submission deadline. The classified ad and the application were available on the City’s website as w ell as in the Office of the City Clerk. The application period was open from February 5, 2026, to February 26, 2026.
Council continued this item from the April 7, 2026, meeting. Staff were directed to reopen the recruitment, which was extended to May 7, 2026.
Staff received three applications for the vacancy. The table below lists the applicants.
District information is included for reference only.
DISTRICT 1 DISTRICT 2 DISTRICT 3 DISTRICT 4 DISTRICT 5
Mayor Pro Tem
Bishop
Councilmember
Loa
Councilmember
Bettencourt
Mayor
Ohlsen
Councilmember
Alarcon
None Gene Yang
Jessica Joseph
Ricky Jeffords None None
FISCAL IMPACT
$0; There is no fiscal impact related to this item. Member positions are not compensated for their service.
STRATEGIC PLAN
Goal II: Ensure long-term fiscal health of the City and maintain funding for services.
C. Involve and expand engagement to enhance public oversight and transparency.
Prepared by: Rochelle Scott, City Clerk
Certified as to availability of Funds: Janelle Samson, Deputy City Manager Approved by: Salvador Mendez, City Manager
Approved as to form: Alexandria Severino, City Attorney
ATTACHMENTS
Apps
From:
[email protected]
To:
City Clerk
Subject:
[EXTERNAL] Online Form Submittal: Palmdale Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District (EIFD)/Volunteer Application
Date:
Thursday, February 12, 2026 11:01:56 AM
CAUTION:
This email originated from outside of the organization.
Palmdale Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District
(EIFD)/Volunteer Application
Office of the City Clerk
38300 Sierra Hwy. Suite C
Palmdale, CA 93550
661-267-5151
Palmdale Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District
(EIFD)/Volunteer Application
The City of Palmdale is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment upon any basis prohibited by law, including race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), cancer, national origin, genetic characteristics, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable law. None of the questions or information sought in this application are intended to discriminate based upon any status protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation in completing this application, or in any other part of the application process, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 661-267-5151.
Palmdale Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District
Information:
Name
Ricky Jeffords
Date:
2/11/2026
Business Telephone
Home Telephone
Field not completed.
Cell Phone
Email:
Possession of a valid California driver's license and the ability to be insured with the City's insurance carrier is required.
Present Address
City
Palmdale
State
CA
Zip Code
93552
Permanent Address if
different from present
address
Field not completed.
City
Field not completed.
State
Field not completed.
Zip Code
Field not completed.
(Section Break)
Personal Information
(Please attach additional sheets, if necessary.)
Are you currently
serving as an elected
city or county official? If
yes, please explain. If
no, type N/A
No
Do you or any
members of your
immediate family own
any interest in any
enterprise which does
or might do business
with the City and/or the
Board/Commission?
No
Do you or any
members of your
immediate family have
any interests or
associations which
might present a conflict
of interest?
No
No
Have you ever been
disciplined or cited for
a breach of ethics or
unprofessional conduct
by a board, committee,
or other professional
group? If yes, please
explain.
Do you have any
previous experience
serving on a board or
commission? If yes,
Board or Commission
served, purpose of
board or organization,
length of time, and if
currently serving on
Board.
Yes
Describe the strengths
you would bring to the
Palmdale EIFD Public
Financing Authority.
My strengths lie in my enthusiasm and eagerness to serve my community. I am equipped with the skill set and business acumen to add value to the EIFD. This stems from 20 years of banking and financial services experience. I currently serve as a treasurer for Help 4 Heroes a non-profit organization dedicated to helping veterans and first responders. Volunteering to enhance my community is near and dear to my heart. I Also serve as a director on the Antelope Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. (Section Break)
Education, Training and Experience
High School
Name North Hollywood
Address 5231 Colfax Ave, North Hollywood CA 91601
Number of Years
Completed
4 Did you Graduate? Yes
Degree or Diploma Yes, HS Diploma
GPA (i.e., A=4.0) 3.2
College/University
Name University of Phoenix
Address Field not completed.
Number of Years
Completed
4 Did you graduate? Yes
Degree or Diploma Bachelors in Business Science
GPA (i.e., A=4.0) Field not completed.
Vocational
Name Field not completed.
Address Field not completed.
Number of Years
Completed
Field not completed.
Did you graduate? Field not completed.
Degree or Diploma Field not completed.
GPA (i.e., A=4.0) Field not completed.
Other Field not completed.
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Employment History
List below all present and past employment for the last ten (10) years starting with your most recent employer. Account for all periods of unemployment. You must complete this section even if attaching a resume.
Name of Employer Mission Bank
Address 43830 20th St. West
Type of Business Business / Commercial Banking
Telephone Number 661-949-9038
Your Supervisor's
Name
Jeff Johnson
Your Position and
Duties
Business Banker Lead ( Manager) Oversee risk mitigation and operations of the bank. Reach out to the community business owners to help them grow their business. Coach and develop my staff.
Major
Accomplishments
My banker made presidents club. My branch connected with many non-profits in our area to help with financing.
Dates of Employment
From 5/1/2023
To 2/11/2026
Reason for Leaving present
Upon leaving, were you
eligible for rehire?
Field not completed.
(Section Break)
Name of Employer Thrivent Financial
Address 42305 10th St. W
Type of Business Financial Services
Telephone Number 661-209-1036
Your Supervisor's
Name
Geroge Andrews
Your Position and
Duties
Financial Advisor, Help families plan for their financial future.
Major
Accomplishments
.
Dates of Employment
From 1/1/2022
To 5/1/2023
Reason for Leaving Wanted to be in a team environment.
Upon leaving, were you Yes
eligible for rehire?
(Section Break)
Name of Employer
Self Employed Real Estate Broker
Address
Type of Business
Real Estate
Telephone Number
Your Supervisor's
Name
Field not completed.
Your Position and
Duties
Broker
Major
Accomplishments
Field not completed.
Dates of Employment
From
1/1/2016
To
1/1/2022
Reason for Leaving
Field not completed.
Upon leaving, were you
eligible for rehire?
Yes
(Section Break)
References
List below three persons not related to you who have knowledge of your civic activity within the last three years.
Name
Chirstian Scott
Address
City
State
Zip Code
Occupation
Palmdale Sherrif Sergeant
Telephone Number
Number of Years
Acquainted
1.5 (Section Break)
Name
Angelo Campano
Address
City
State
Zip Code
Occupation
Lawyer
Telephone Number
Number of Years
Acquainted
3 (Section Break)
Name
Sylvia Duarte
Address
City
State
Zip Code
Occupation
Antelope Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce President
Telephone Number
Number of Years
Acquainted
1.5 (Section Break)
Please read carefully, initial each paragraph and sign
below:
I hereby certify that the answers given by me on this application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, and that I have not withheld any information that might adversely affect my chances for appointment. I understand that any misstatement or omission of fact on this application or any documents used to obtain an appointment may result in rejection of this application or immediate discharge if I am appointed, regardless of the time elapsed before discovery of the misstatement or omission. I further certify that I, the applicant, have personally completed this application.
Initials RJ
I hereby authorize the City of Palmdale to investigate my references, prior employers, work record, education, and other matters related to my suitability for appointment and further, authorize the references I have listed, all prior employers, and all educational institutions attended, to disclose to the City of Palmdale any and all letters, reports, and other information related to my records, including, but not limited to, my performance reviews and evaluations, discipline, commendations, awards, and all other employment information, without giving me prior notice of such disclosure. By providing this page of the application to the references, prior employers, and educational institutions attended, I release them, to the fullest extent permitted by law, from any and all claims, demands, fees, and liabilities for providing the City of Palmdale with all information. I release the City of Palmdale, its agents, employees, and representatives, to the fullest extent permitted by law, from any and all claims, demands, fees, and liabilities that may result from any use or disclosure of such information by the City of Palmdale, or any of its agents, employees, and representatives.
Initials RJ
I further understand and agree that as a condition to being appointed to the Planning Commission, I will be required to agree to conduct myself in accordance with the City of Palmdale’s personnel practices and policies as set forth in the Human Resources Rules, the Brown Act, the Public Records Act, and the EIFD Rules of Procedures, copies of which I will be provided and will review prior to accepting an appointment to the EIFD. To the fullest extent permitted by law, I expressly consent to and I waive any rights of privacy I might otherwise have in connection with the City’s Human Resources Rules in general and the above-described sections in particular.
Initials RJ
I understand that as part of the final selection process, I will be required to pass a livescan fingerprint scan submission via the California Department of Justice. I understand that information collected during this background check will be limited to that appropriate to determining my suitability for this EIFD position and that such information collected during the check will be kept confidential.
Initials
RJ
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Volunteer Information
REASONABLE
ACCOMMODATIONS
No
Foreign Language
Spanish
Do you?
Speak, Read , Write
Foreign Language
Field not completed.
Do you?
Field not completed.
Specialized
training/skills:
Field not completed.
Computer Skills
Word, PowerPoint
(Section Break)
In Case of Emergency
Whom should we notify?
Name
Relationship to
Applicant
Home Phone
Work Phone
Field not completed.
Physician's Name Field not completed.
Phone: Field not completed.
Do you have any
medical history that we
should be aware of in
the event of an
emergency? (Allergies,
medications, etc.)
No
(Section Break)
AUTHORIZATION AND RELEASE
I voluntarily agree to participate in this program. I hereby waive, release, and hold harmless from any liability or claims for damages for personal injury, including death, as well as from claims for property damage which may arise in connection with the above- named activity, against the supervisor, the City of Palmdale and its elected and appointed officials, agents, and employees.
I hereby agree to the
Authorization and
Release set forth on
this day
2/11/2026
Electronic Signature
Agreement
I agree.
Electronic Signature Ricky Jeffords
Applicants are
encouraged to attach a
resume.
Field not completed.
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From:
[email protected]
To:
City Clerk
Subject:
[EXTERNAL] Online Form Submittal: Palmdale Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District (EIFD)/Volunteer Application
Date:
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 8:32:58 PM
CAUTION:
This email originated from outside of the organization.
Palmdale Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District
(EIFD)/Volunteer Application
Office of the City Clerk
38300 Sierra Hwy. Suite C
Palmdale, CA 93550
661-267-5151
Palmdale Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District
(EIFD)/Volunteer Application
The City of Palmdale is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment upon any basis prohibited by law, including race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), cancer, national origin, genetic characteristics, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable law. None of the questions or information sought in this application are intended to discriminate based upon any status protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation in completing this application, or in any other part of the application process, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 661-267-5151.
Palmdale Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District
Information:
Name
Gene Wonsuk Yang
Date:
2/11/2026
Business Telephone
Field not completed.
Home Telephone
Field not completed.
Cell Phone
Email:
Possession of a valid California driver's license and the ability to be insured with the City's insurance carrier is required.
Present Address
City
Palmdale
State
CA
Zip Code
93551
Permanent Address if
different from present
address
Field not completed.
City
Field not completed.
State
Field not completed.
Zip Code
Field not completed.
(Section Break)
Personal Information
(Please attach additional sheets, if necessary.)
Are you currently
serving as an elected
city or county official? If
yes, please explain. If
no, type N/A
No
Do you or any
members of your
immediate family own
any interest in any
enterprise which does
or might do business
with the City and/or the
Board/Commission?
No
Do you or any
members of your
immediate family have
any interests or
associations which
might present a conflict
of interest?
No
No
Have you ever been
disciplined or cited for
a breach of ethics or
unprofessional conduct
by a board, committee,
or other professional
group? If yes, please
explain.
Do you have any
previous experience
serving on a board or
commission? If yes,
Board or Commission
served, purpose of
board or organization,
length of time, and if
currently serving on
Board.
No
Describe the strengths
you would bring to the
Palmdale EIFD Public
Financing Authority.
I grew up in Palmdale, having attended Quartz Hill Elementary, transferring to Rancho Vista Elementary, then moving through Hillview Middle School and Quartz Hill High School. I moved back to Palmdale in 2021 to be closer to my parents and my wife now works locally as a pulmonary and critical care physician at Palmdale Regional Medical Center. I would love the chance to contribute to my community. I recently joined the medical faculty at Palmdale Regional Medical Center where my wife is also faculty and am eager to find additional ways to make Palmdale better for my neighbors as well as drawing more people to live here.
While I do not have direct experience with infrastructure, I have a background as a defense contractor and have an MBA that I believe has overlapping skills regarding planning, strategy, fiscal leadership, and effective budgeting.
I am also the Medical Director of Clinical Informatics for my health system. We currently operate in 22 locations across 10 states, where I am responsible for our overarching technology strategy. This role requires balancing competing priorities and resources and maintaining strong relationships with all stakeholders, given the impacts my actions will have on staff and patients. I am also involved in fundraiser via our foundation.
I believe that I can provide an out-of-the-box perspective for the Authority that could benefit the city.
(Section Break)
Education, Training and Experience
High School
Name Quartz Hill High School
Address 6040 W Ave L, Lancaster, CA 93536
Number of Years
Completed
4 Did you Graduate? Yes
Degree or Diploma HS Diploma
GPA (i.e., A=4.0) 5.01 out of 4.0
College/University
Name University of Pennsylvania
Address 3451 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Number of Years
Completed
3 Did you graduate? Yes
Degree or Diploma BA
GPA (i.e., A=4.0) 3.25 out of 4.0
Vocational
Name Field not completed.
Address Field not completed.
Number of Years
Completed
Field not completed.
Did you graduate? Field not completed.
Degree or Diploma Field not completed.
GPA (i.e., A=4.0) Field not completed.
Other University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry, 4 years, graduated, Medical Doctor (MD), no GPA, 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642; University of Rochester Simon Business School, graduated, 1 year, Master of Business Administration (MBA), no GPA, 300 Wilson Blvd, Rochester, NY 14620
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Employment History
List below all present and past employment for the last ten (10) years starting with your most recent employer. Account for all periods of unemployment. You must complete this section even if attaching a resume.
Name of Employer Rogers Behavioral Health
Address 34700 Valley Rd, Oconomowoc, WI 53066 (main location, I am a remote worker based in Palmdale)
Type of Business Healthcare/Hospital System
Telephone Number (262) 646-4411
Your Supervisor's
Name
Dr. Jerry Halverson
Your Position and
Duties
Medical Director of Clinical Informatics: Inaugural Medical Director of Clinical Informatics, fulfilling an unmet need for physician leadership in technology development and integration.
Reporting to the Chief Strategy Officer, this role includes evaluating the technological landscape and developing strategies for implementing technologies to achieve Rogers strategic goals focusing on decreasing staff burnout, increasing efficiency, and increasing system revenue. This role is also the primary point of contact for any concerns/requests from both internal and external sources regarding medical informatics and clinical technologies and has decision-making capacity for the organization via steering committees.
Child, Adolescent, & Adult Psychiatrist, Regional Services As an attending psychiatrist, this position includes evaluating and managing child, adolescent, and adult patients in partial hospitalization (PHP) and intensive outpatient (IOP) programs via telemedicine. This includes the design and execution of treatment plans, prescribing medications, and managing
interdisciplinary teams to deliver quality patient care. All Rogers programs are within scope, to include OCD/Anxiety, depression recovery, general behavioral health, eating disorders, and addiction recovery. Responsible for supervision and coordination of care across multiple levels of providers, to include behavior specialists, therapists, and nurses.
Additional responsibilities include supervision for collaborating nurse practitioners and responding to media requests.
Major
Accomplishments
Led and implemented system changes in the electronic medical record; incorporated AI into clinical workflows to improve documentation accuracy and staff burden; maintaining regulatory requirements of all clinical technology systems; selected and deployed technology tools to allow for hybrid programming; see CV for additional details
Dates of Employment
From 10/1/2018
To 2/11/2026
Reason for Leaving Still employed here
Upon leaving, were you
eligible for rehire?
Yes
(Section Break)
Name of Employer University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health, UW Health
Address 750 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53726
Type of Business University Hospital System
Telephone Number (608) 263-4900
Your Supervisor's
Name
Dr. Art Walaszek
Your Position and
Duties
Psychiatry Resident (physician training)
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellow (advanced physician training)
Major
Accomplishments
COVID-19 Response: Provider Forms and Documentation
Workflow Working Group. Provided clinical and Epic EMR
expertise for deploying remote document management/signing for the department due to the rapid transition to virtual work.
UW Health Physician Working Group on Managing Bias in
Patient Experience Survey Data. This was an institutional response to a system-wide issue regarding racial bias in patient experience surveys and resulting staff inequities.
UW Health Secure Chat Project. This group was tasked with deploying a secure chat capability throughout the health system that was compatible with Epic EMR and aligned with security protocols for both institutional and BYO devices.
UW GME Superuser. Responsible for being the first point of contact for the Department of Psychiatry regarding the Epic EMR, creating department-wide solutions, and providing
education.
UW Health Medical Records Committee - GME Representative.
Represented Graduate Medical Education stakeholders
regarding strategy and decision-making about all aspects of clinical documentation.
Madison, WI Veterans Administration Hospital: Used knowledge of CPRS and clinical workflows to develop and institute an EMR driven hand-off for inpatient and consultation-liaison psychiatry at the Madison VA Hospital.
Dates of Employment
From 6/17/2015
To 6/30/2020
Reason for Leaving Graduated from the training program.
Upon leaving, were you
eligible for rehire?
Yes
(Section Break)
Name of Employer Field not completed.
Address Field not completed.
Type of Business Field not completed.
Telephone Number Field not completed.
Your Supervisor's
Name
Field not completed.
Your Position and
Duties
Field not completed.
Major
Accomplishments
Field not completed.
Dates of Employment
From Field not completed.
To Field not completed.
Reason for Leaving
Field not completed.
Upon leaving, were you
eligible for rehire?
Yes
(Section Break)
References
List below three persons not related to you who have knowledge of your civic activity within the last three years.
Name
Dr. Jerry Halverson
Address
City
State
Zip Code
Occupation
Chief Medical Officer, Rogers Behavioral Health
Telephone Number
Number of Years
Acquainted
10 (Section Break)
Name
Dr. Brian Lewis
Address
City
State
Zip Code
Occupation
Chief Medical Officer, Twin Cities Physicians
Telephone Number
Number of Years
Acquainted
10 (Section Break)
Name
Dr. Sabrina Reed
Address
City
State
Zip Code
Occupation
Associate Vice Chair of Education, Department of Psychiatry, UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine
Telephone Number
Number of Years
Acquainted
10 (Section Break)
Please read carefully, initial each paragraph and sign
below:
I hereby certify that the answers given by me on this application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, and that I have not withheld any information that might adversely affect my chances for appointment. I understand that any misstatement or omission of fact on this application or any documents used to obtain an appointment may result in rejection of this application or immediate discharge if I am appointed, regardless of the time elapsed before discovery of the misstatement or omission. I further certify that I, the applicant, have personally completed this application.
Initials
GWY
I hereby authorize the City of Palmdale to investigate my references, prior employers, work record, education, and other matters related to my suitability for appointment and further, authorize the references I have listed, all prior employers, and all educational institutions attended, to disclose to the City of Palmdale any and all letters, reports, and other information related to my records, including, but not limited to, my performance reviews and evaluations, discipline, commendations, awards, and all other employment information, without giving me prior notice of such disclosure. By providing this page of the application to the references, prior employers, and educational institutions attended, I release them, to the fullest extent permitted by law, from any and all claims, demands,
fees, and liabilities for providing the City of Palmdale with all information. I release the City of Palmdale, its agents, employees, and representatives, to the fullest extent permitted by law, from any and all claims, demands, fees, and liabilities that may result from any use or disclosure of such information by the City of Palmdale, or any of its agents, employees, and representatives.
Initials GWY
I further understand and agree that as a condition to being appointed to the Planning Commission, I will be required to agree to conduct myself in accordance with the City of Palmdale’s personnel practices and policies as set forth in the Human Resources Rules, the Brown Act, the Public Records Act, and the EIFD Rules of Procedures, copies of which I will be provided and will review prior to accepting an appointment to the EIFD. To the fullest extent permitted by law, I expressly consent to and I waive any rights of privacy I might otherwise have in connection with the City’s Human Resources Rules in general and the above-described sections in particular.
Initials GWY
I understand that as part of the final selection process, I will be required to pass a livescan fingerprint scan submission via the California Department of Justice. I understand that information collected during this background check will be limited to that appropriate to determining my suitability for this EIFD position and that such information collected during the check will be kept confidential.
Initials GWY
(Section Break)
Volunteer Information
REASONABLE
ACCOMMODATIONS
No
Foreign Language Korean
Do you? Speak, Read , Write
Foreign Language Field not completed.
Field not completed.
Do you?
Specialized
training/skills:
See attached CV
Board Certified Physician in clinical informatics, psychiatry, and child & adolescent psychiatry
AI Startup Advisor - Fundraising, strategy, market analysis, product development
Certified Firefighter I, serving 16 years in various volunteer and part-time departments
Past DoD certifications in basic combat medicine, carbine, and pistol.
Certified Volunteer Administrator (DAVA)
Computer Skills
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Other
Other
Miro, Asana, Jira, ServiceNow, Workday, SQL (limited)
(Section Break)
In Case of Emergency
Whom should we notify?
Name
Relationship to
Applicant
Home Phone
Work Phone
Field not completed.
Physician's Name
Phone:
Do you have any
medical history that we
should be aware of in
the event of an
emergency? (Allergies,
medications, etc.)
(Section Break)
AUTHORIZATION AND RELEASE
I voluntarily agree to participate in this program. I hereby waive, release, and hold harmless from any liability or claims for damages for personal injury, including death, as well as from claims for property damage which may arise in connection with the above- named activity, against the supervisor, the City of Palmdale and its elected and appointed officials, agents, and employees.
I hereby agree to the
Authorization and
Release set forth on
this day
2/11/2026
Electronic Signature
Agreement
I agree.
Electronic Signature
Gene W. Yang
Applicants are
encouraged to attach a
resume.
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July 2020 - Present May 2023- Mar 2025 Child, Adolescent, & Adult Psychiatrist, Regional Services As an attending psychiatrist, this position includes evaluating and managing child, adolescent, and adult patients in partial hospitalization (PHP) and intensive outpatient (IOP) programs via telemedicine. This includes the design and execution of treatment plans, prescribing medications, and managing interdisciplinary teams to deliver quality patient care. All Rogers programs are within scope, to include OCD/Anxiety, depression recovery, general behavioral health, eating disorders, and addiction recovery. Responsible for supervision and coordination of care across multiple levels of providers, to include behavior specialists, therapists, and nurses. Additional responsibilities include supervision for collaborating nurse practitioners and responding to media requests. Physician Lead for Strategy and Innovation System strategy and clinical informatics role that was subsumed and superseded by the new role of Medical Director of Clinical Informatics.
Aug 2022 - May 2023
Physician Innovations Lead, Clinical Innovations - Oconomowoc, WI Leverage clinical perspectives to explore and develop digital innovations that are in alignment with the mission and values of RBH in service of improving/expanding clinical care. This includes developing a strategic plan and to assist in executing that vision with measurable outcomes related to quality of care, volume served, efficiency, and financial value. Additionally, developing and maintaining a communication plan to engage medical staff and other clinical stakeholders to ensure that feedback is dynamic so that all parts of Rogers feel heard and have buy-in regarding Clinical Innovations products and initiatives. After leadership changes, Clinical Innovations responsibilities were redistributed to other areas of the organization (Telehealth and Digital Transformation Value Streams). - Successfully completed market analysis, due diligence, and contract evaluation leading to new technology acquisition that is currently a core part of the Rogers telemedicine product.
Oct 2018 - June 2020
Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist (part-time), Inpatient Services Evaluated and managed child and adolescent patients on an acute inpatient unit. Designed and executed treatment plans, prescribed medications, and managed an interdisciplinary team. 10 hours/month.
Sept 2020 - Present
University of Wisconsin - Madison, WI Clinical Adjunct Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine and Public Health Direct and teach CAPII child fellowship rotations in pediatric addiction psychiatry and telemedicine. Delivering regularly scheduled lectures to residents and fellows throughout the academic year. Other responsibilities include resident/fellow supervision.
May 2009 - June 2020
Employment break for return to full-time education, to include medical residency and fellowship training.
Dec. 2008 - Apr 2009
SAIC, Inc. - McLean, VA Research Analyst, Mission Support Business Unit Directly recruited from GDIT to consult on United States Intelligence Community (IC) operations in East Asia. Responsible for evaluating IC programs for counterintelligence concerns and providing support to IC field operations. All accomplishments with regard to this work remain classified by the US government Security clearances: Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) Jul 2008 - Dec. 2008 July 2007 - July 2008 General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) - Fairfax, VA Project Lead, Intelligence Solutions Division Supervised a team that served as a referent on counterintelligence issues and counterproliferation operations for an organization in the US Intelligence Community. (TS/SCI) ▪ Led the development of a standard operating procedure for a mission-critical counterintelligence project. ▪ Provided counterintelligence analysis for a National Intelligence Estimate (2008). ▪ All other accomplishments with regard to this work remain classified by the US government Field Engineering Associate, Intelligence Solutions Division Served as a counterintelligence referent on counter-proliferation operations for an organization in the US Intelligence Community. Leveraged cross-cultural acumen, emerging technologies, data analysis, and interpersonal skills to ensure validity of intelligence products. (TS/SCI) ▪ Provided counterintelligence analysis for a National Intelligence Estimate (2007) ▪ All other accomplishments with regard to this work remain classified by the US government Oct. 2006 - Oct. 2007
AmeriCorps – Wilmington, DE Volunteer, Emergency Services Corps via YMCA of DE Recruited volunteers for New Castle County emergency services and provided fire/medical emergency services as a firefighter/EMT for the city of Hockessin, DE.
Education & Medical Training
Jul 2018 - Jun 2020
Fellowship in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry School of Medicine & Public Health, University of Wisconsin (UW) - Chief Fellow 2019-2020 Madison, WI
Jun 2015 - Jun 2018
Residency in Psychiatry School of Medicine & Public Health, University of Wisconsin - Fast-tracked to Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship Madison, WI
Aug 2010 - Jul 2015
Doctor of Medicine School of Medicine & Dentistry, University of Rochester (URSMD) - URSMD Honor board - Safety Advisor; URSMD International Programs Rochester, NY
Aug 2012 - Oct 2013
Master of Business Administration Simon Business School, University of Rochester - Concentration in Health Sciences Management Rochester, NY
May 2009 - May 2010
Post-Baccalaureate Premedical Program Bryn Mawr College Bryn Mawr, PA
Sep 2003 - May 2006
Bachelor of Arts University of Pennsylvania, School of Arts and Sciences - Major in Sociology - Concentration in Deviance & the Sociology of Law - Concentration in Structures of Opportunity & Inequality - Minor in Urban Studies Philadelphia, PA
Jul 2002 Honorable Discharge, United States Army United States Military Academy, Corps of Cadets - Injured during Cadet Basic Training and discharged from the US Army (DD-214) West Point, NY
July 1995 - May 2003
Associate of Arts (2002) Antelope Valley College - Graduated concurrently with high school in 2002 and returned to take classes after discharge from the US Army Lancaster, CA
Appointments, Certifications, Licensures, and Skills Medicine
Fellow, American Psychiatric Association Jan 1, 2026 Diplomate, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology - General Psychiatry - Child Psychiatry Sep 19, 2019 Sep 14, 2020
Milwaukee School of Engineering - Milwaukee, WI Preceptor, PMHNP Program, MSOE School of Nursing Rogers Behavioral Health Medical Staff Executive Committee - Early Career Member at Large Sep 2023 - Present Nov 2021 - Oct 2022
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee - Milwaukee, WI Adjunct Clinical Faculty, UWM College of Nursing Jan 2021 - Dec 2021
Maryville University - St. Louis, MO Preceptor, Nurse Practitioner Program May 2021 - Dec 2022
University of Cincinnati - Cincinnati, OH Preceptor, College of Nursing, Nurse Practitioner Program Sep 2020 - Jul 2021
State Medical Licenses (active and unrestricted) - California - Colorado - Georgia - Illinois - Minnesota - Tennessee - Washington - Wisconsin (IMLC Primary)
BLS (AHA) Current
DEA Prescriber License (CA, IL, WI) 2016 - Present DEA DATA Buprenorphine Physician Waiver June 15, 2018 Clinical EMR Experience: Epic, Cerner, PointNClick, CPRS Physician Builder Basic (Epic Systems Corporation) 2019 Compassion Resilience Toolkit Training Jan 2021
Emergency Services
Fire Officer I (NFPA) 2018
Firefighter I/II (NBFSPQ) 2007
Wildland Firefighter I (USFS) 2007
Miscellaneous
Basic Combat Medicine; Carbine/Sidearm qualification (DoD) 2007 CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) Trainer (DHS) 2006 Volunteer Administrator (DAVA) 2006
EMT-B (NREMT) 2006 - 2008
Active Clinical Privileges
Rogers Behavioral Health Rogers Memorial Hospital
Selected Professional Activities
RBH Physician Technology Steering Committee (previously Digital Transformation Value Stream Steering Team). Executive committee intended to coordinate all activities related to provider facing technologies. This committee subsumed the Digital Transformation and Practice Management Value Streams. Responsibilities include development and deployment of all hardware and software/EMR solutions as well as ongoing innovation. Primary role is to provide clinical and informatics expertise as a member of the primary decision-making body for the planning and execution of Rogers Strategic Goals relating to all clinical and back-end technologies that affect providers. Primary responsibilities are related to Oracle Health, telehealth technologies, and technology deployments. - Cerner Steering Team: responsible for creating immediate and future system requirements, then June 2022 - Aug 2025
coordinating long-term strategy with vendor to direct product development. Succeeded by the Health Informatics Advisory Group Product Owner and Clinical Champion, Oracle Cerner Clinical Digital Assistant and transition to cloud.
Sept 2024 - Present
Product Owner and Clinical Champion, UHS Crossings EMR implementation. Updating system note templates and provider workflows. Interdisciplinary effort, working with compliance/legal to ensure that best practices for medical and regulatory systems are applied.
Jan 2025 - Present
Product Owner and Clinical Champion, Microsoft/Nuance DAX CoPilot. Pilot program to test AI ambient listening technologies to address documentation deficiencies and prevent provider burnout.
Mar 2024 - Present
Product Owner, Coding and Documentation Guidelines. Attempting to standardize note language to decrease misbilling and decreasing burnout by allowing greater predictability for providers regarding wRVU and maximizing revenue.
Mar 2024 - Present
Oracle Clinical Digital Assistant Behavioral Health Client Development Program. Working group of select international Cerner clients to evaluate and direct AI product development.
Apr 2024 - Aug 2024
Long-term care eRx working group. Interdisciplinary group created to address ongoing issues with medication prescribing, delivery, and administration on residential units. Created new workflows, Cerner product modifications, and pharmacy contracting to improve patient safety.
Apr 2024 - Jul 2024
RBH Telehealth Steering Team. Successor endeavor to Clinical Innovations, leveraging clinical and business expertise for new product line development. The project is a primary Rogers Strategic Goal. Direct responsibilities include ensuring appropriate safety planning is in place for patients and staff, marketing and brand development, patient experience, and emergency planning. - Patient Experience: Primary responsibility for patient and staff-facing technologies, vendor selection, branding, curriculum delivery, and technical support.
May 2022 - June 2023
- Patient Safety: Ensuring initial product design and appropriate use of technology to standardize protocols for maintaining safety.
Project Owner, Clinical Innovations Vertical Value Stream; Improving Virtual Care, Virtual Care Tools & Technology. working to ensure all staff have the physical tools, training, and expectations for virtual care. In depth analysis of home work environments, comfort/knowledge of technology, technology selection, vendor selection, and cost management.
Sep 2022 - Nov 2022
Process Owner, Rogers Behavioral Health Rapid Improvement Event, Efficiency Experts, Practice Management Value Stream RIE 4.25. Created a solution via Standard Work and use of existing tools to create an organization-wide process to standardize requests to change the EMR and include increased provider input. Provider well-being was the primary target for improvement, measured quarterly.
Jun 2022- Nov 2022 Event: July 2022
PDCA; Developing opportunities for medical staff education and enrichment. Developed a weekly support meeting and structure for implementing Grand Rounds.
Sept 2022
Team Member, Rogers Behavioral Health Rapid Improvement Event, Efficiency Experts, Practice Management Value Stream RIE 4.23. Project to address work/life balance, decreasing the time spent doing administrative duties.
Mar 2022
Physician on-call, Behavioral Specialist Clinical Documentation, PHP/IOP Value Stream Rapid Improvement Event 7.18 Oct 2021
Process Owner, Rogers Behavioral Health Rapid Improvement Event, Documentation Requirements: New Coding. Practice Management Value Stream RIE 4.21. A system-wide project to address the 2021 CPT changes and ensure accurate coding May 2021- Oct 2021 Event June 2021
Team Member, Rogers Behavioral Health Rapid Improvement Event, Centralized Review RIE 2.0. Developed Standard Work to improve the patient intake process. Goals included decreased patient wait times, improved fitment of patient/program, and streamlined methods for provider feedback to address a source of burnout.
Mar 2021
Rogers Behavioral Health Emergency Response Team - North Region. An effort to create a standardized safety plan and response for increasing safety outside of clinic hours.
Dec 2020-Mar 2021
Rogers Behavioral Health Suicide Prevention Workflow Pilot. Served as the attending in piloting a statewide workflow change in Wisconsin to address situations where intake suicide assessments differ from physician suicide assessments and to address urgent suicide risks based on previous outcome metrics.
Sep 2020-Mar 2021
Wisconsin Council on Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Travel Award.
Oct 2019
University of Wisconsin GME: Selection of Committees and Activities - COVID-19 Response: Provider Forms and Documentation Workflow Working Group. Provided clinical and Epic EMR expertise for deploying remote document management/signing for the department due to the rapid transition to virtual work. - UW Health Physician Working Group on Managing Bias in Patient Experience Survey Data. This was an institutional response to a system-wide issue regarding racial bias in patient experience surveys and resulting staff inequities. - UW Health Secure Chat Project. This group was tasked with deploying a secure chat capability throughout the health system that was compatible with Epic EMR and aligned with security protocols for both institutional and BYO devices. - UW GME Superuser. Responsible for being the first point of contact for the Department of Psychiatry regarding the Epic EMR, creating department-wide solutions, and providing education. - UW Health Medical Records Committee - GME Representative. Represented Graduate Medical Education stakeholders regarding strategy and decision-making about all aspects of clinical documentation. - Madison, WI Veterans Administration Hospital: Used knowledge of CPRS and clinical workflows to develop and institute an EMR driven hand-off for inpatient and consultation-liaison psychiatry at the Madison VA Hospital.
May 2020 Feb 2020 Sep 2019 - Feb2020 Sep 2019 - Feb 2020 Aug 2018 - June 2020 Sep 2015 - Dec 2015 UW Health Clinical Policy Committee, GME Representative (alt) Aug 2017 - June 2020
Building Community Subcommittee, UWSMPH Climate Improvement Leadership Steering Committee Aug 2018 - June 2019
UW Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship Program Evaluation Committee Jul 2018 - June 2020
UW Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship Fellow Selection Committee Jul 2018 - June 2020
Coordinated legal guidance regarding EMR auditing for the psychiatry residency program.
May 2018
UW Health GME Diversity & Inclusion Task Force, Member Dec 2017 - June 2018 UW Psychiatry Residency Program Evaluation Committee, PGY2 representative Jul 2016 - Jun 2017
Dr. Edmund D. McGarry Memorial Fellowship, Simon Business School 2012
United States National Defense Service Medal (US Army) 2002
Presentations, Publications, and Teaching Activities Garrison SR, Siegel IJ, Takala CR, Vaithilingam SL, Yang GW, Zoghbi AW, Hartig MM, Vadapalli S, Anderson ME. Bridging psychiatry and rare genetic diseases: a scoping review of therapeutic strategies and diagnostic delay paired with healthcare economic burden analysis. Orphanet J Rare Dis. 2025 Aug 1;20(1):393. doi: 10.1186/s13023-025-03941-8. PMID: 40750893; PMCID: PMC12315305. 8/1/2025
Rogers National Webinar: “Bullying.” A nationwide presentation targeting psychologists that is certified for CE credits. Co-presenter: Kristin Miles, PhD. 11/9/2023
Video Media Interview, Bay Area KGO ABC7 News, San Francisco, CA; 11 pm broadcast. 1/13/2023
Video Media Interview, Green Bay NBC 26, Green Bay, WI, <https://www.nbc26.com/news/local-news/how-to-talk-to-your-child-about-school-shootings> 5/25/2022
<https://www.facebook.com/NBC26GreenBay/videos/1073854069874454> Text Media Interview, Wellframe. <https://www.wellframe.com/member-resource/sober-curious-how-to-hit-pause-on-drinking-alcohol/> May 2022
Video Media Interview, Green Bay Fox 11, Green Bay, WI, <https://fox11online.com/news/crime/taylor-schabusiness-meth-drugs-murder-homicide-death-body-dismemberment-crime-shad-thyrion-green-bay-wisconsin> 3/4/2022
Text Media Interview, Green Bay Press-Gazette, Green Bay, WI. “Green Bay woman accused of strangling, decapitating man told police she was on meth. How does that drug make people so violent?” Doug Schneider. 3/3/2022
Video/Text Media Interview, Channel3000, Madison, WI. “Beating the post-holiday slump: psychiatrist provides tips.” <https://www.channel3000.com/beating-the-post-holiday-slump-psychiatrist-provides-tips/> 1/5/2022
Presenter, Herzing University, Healthcare students and staff, “Video Games: an orientation to avoid being a n00b.” Mar 2022
University of Wisconsin Department of Psychiatry Education Series. “Video Games: an orientation to avoid being a n00b.” June 2021
Presenter, Madison Metropolitan School District, support staff and teachers, “Anxiety in Schools.” Oct 2020
Presenter, Wisconsin Psychiatric Association Fall Conference, “Tools and Platforms to Improve your Telehealth Practice,” Virtual Conference (due to the COVID-19 pandemic).
Sept 2020
Video Games and Mental Health, Presented to: - UW Psychiatry Residency - The Rainbow Project - Madison Metropolitan School District - UW Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Teaching Clinic Apr 2021 Apr 2020 Jan 2020 Oct 2018 (recurs yearly) Firearms and Medicine, Presented to: - The Rainbow Project - UW Pediatrics Morning Report - UW Internal Medicine Morning Report - UW Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Teaching Clinic June 2020 Mar 2019 Feb 2019; Sep 2018 Oct 2017 (recurs yearly) Lecturer, The Rainbow Project, “Pediatric Psychopharmacology Primer.
May 2020
Lecturer, Madison VA Hospital, Interprofessional Education Program. Pharmacological Treatments for Adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
May 2020 - May 2024
Lecturer, Madison VA Hospital, Interprofessional Education Program. Pharmacological Treatments for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
May 2020 (recurs yearly)
Lecturer, The Rainbow Project, “Telemedicine Primer.” April 2020 Lecturer, UWSMPH Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. Mood disorders and suicidality.
Feb 2020; Feb 2019; Feb 2018; Mar 2017
Instructor, UWSMPH Mind & Motion Course, Medium Group Oct 2017; Oct 2018; Apr 2020 Initiated and led a firearms orientation and safety presentation for residents/clinicians Oct 2015 - June 2020
Senior Case Conference, UW Psychiatry Continuing Medical Education, “I’ll play ‘till I die: Video Games as a Mental Health Phenomena” Nov 2019
Presenter, Wisconsin Psychiatric Association Fall Conference, “How to talk with you patients about guns and gun safety,” Milwaukee, WI Sep 2019
UW Psychiatry Residency Journal club presentation "Ayahuasca as a potential treatment for depression" July 2018
Quality Improvement Grand Rounds Presentation, “Evaluating provider communication on the inpatient psychiatric unit” June 2018
Presenter, UW Psychiatry Morbidity and Mortality Conference June 2018; July 2017 Presenter, “Mental Health and the 2nd Amendment,” WI DHS Wisconsin Public Psychiatry Network Teleconference. - Audience of 1000+ mental health and allied providers statewide Feb 2018
Case Presentation, Wisconsin Psychiatric Association Annual Meeting, Kohler, WI, “A Consultant Seizes the Day” Sep 2017
Guest speaker on WUWM Milwaukee Public Radio, “Mental health benefits of Pokemon GO” Aug 2016
University of Rochester School of Medicine Poster Presentation - Sexually Transmitted Infection Awareness and Motivations of Sex Workers in the Republic of Korea. 2011
Service Activities
American Red Cross, Disaster Cycle Services - Disaster Mental Health Team, SW Chapter, WI Nov 2019 - Jul 2021
Middleton Fire District (MIFD) - Middleton, WI - Firefighter Aug 2017 - Jul 2021
MEDiC Safe Haven Free Clinic (UWSMPH) - Madison, WI Jul 2017 - Jul 2021 West Brighton Fire Department (WBFD) - West Brighton, NY - Lieutenant - Drafted and implemented the WBFD Standard Operating Guidelines for Emergency Medical Services to meet Monroe & Livingston Counties Regional EMS council (MLREMS) requirements. - Firefighter Dec 2011 - May 2015 Mar 2010 - Dec 2011
Hockessin Fire Company - Hockessin, DE - Firefighter Oct 2006 - Oct 2007
Professional Society Memberships
American Medical Association
Fellow, American Psychiatric Association (Fellowship Awarded 2026) American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) Southern California Psychiatric Society
Southern California Society of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry American Medical Informatics Association (AMIA)
Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Hobbies & Interests
Interviewer, University of Pennsylvania Undergraduate Admissions Tae Kwon Do, Black Belt
Saxophone Legos, Star Wars Legos.
Snowboarding, cross-country skiing Shooting, Ranked Sharpshooter (rifle) Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America Overwatch, Marvel Rivals, Elite Dangerous, technology early adopter, ergomechanical keyboards, virtual reality, augmented reality, drone flying, and anything Star Wars related (I’m still mourning the loss of canon … Legends is still the best!) From:
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Subject:
[EXTERNAL] Online Form Submittal: Palmdale Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District (EIFD)/Volunteer Application
Date:
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 12:52:25 PM
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Palmdale Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District
(EIFD)/Volunteer Application
Office of the City Clerk
38300 Sierra Hwy. Suite C
Palmdale, CA 93550
661-267-5151
Palmdale Enhanced Infrastructure Financing
District (EIFD)/Volunteer Application
The City of Palmdale is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment upon any basis prohibited by law, including race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), cancer, national origin, genetic characteristics, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable law. None of the questions or information sought in this application are intended to discriminate based upon any status protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation in completing this application, or in any other part of the application process, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 661-267-5151.
Palmdale Enhanced Infrastructure Financing
District Information:
Name
Jessica A Joseph
Date:
05/05/2026
Business Telephone
Home Telephone
Cell Phone
Email:
Possession of a valid California driver's license and the ability to be insured with the City's insurance carrier is required.
Present Address
City
Palmdale
State
CA
Zip Code
93551
Permanent Address if
different from present
address
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City
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State
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Zip Code
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Personal Information
(Please attach additional sheets, if necessary.)
Are you currently
serving as an elected
city or county official? If
yes, please explain. If
no, type N/A
No
Do you or any
members of your
immediate family own
any interest in any
enterprise which does
or might do business
with the City and/or the
Board/Commission?
No
Do you or any
members of your
immediate family have
any interests or
No
associations which
might present a conflict
of interest?
Have you ever been
disciplined or cited for
a breach of ethics or
unprofessional conduct
by a board, committee,
or other professional
group? If yes, please
explain.
No
Do you have any
previous experience
serving on a board or
commission? If yes,
Board or Commission
served, purpose of
board or organization,
length of time, and if
currently serving on
Board.
No
Describe the strengths
you would bring to the
Palmdale EIFD Public
Financing Authority.
As a member of our community's hospitality industry I feel confident in my ability to bring experience in travel and tourism, aling with ability to share opinios based on experience with leisure travel, group and corporate market segmentation. (Section Break)
Education, Training and Experience
High School
Name Paraclete High School
Address 42144 30th St W
Number of Years
Completed
4 Did you Graduate? Yes
Degree or Diploma Diploma
GPA (i.e., A=4.0) 4.0
College/University
Name Antelope Valley College
Address 3041 W Ave K
Number of Years
Completed
4 Did you graduate? Yes
Degree or Diploma Degree
GPA (i.e., A=4.0) 4.0 summa cumlaude
Vocational
Name Field not completed.
Address Field not completed.
Number of Years
Completed
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GPA (i.e., A=4.0) Field not completed.
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Employment History
List below all present and past employment for the last ten (10) years starting with your most recent employer. Account for all periods of unemployment. You must complete this section even if attaching a resume.
Name of Employer Holiday Inn Palmdale
Address 38630 5th Street West
Type of Business Hotel
Telephone Number 6619478055
Your Supervisor's
Name
Rory Casalla
Your Position and
Duties
Director of Sales-corporate, group, events, government travel.
Major
Accomplishments
Achieved management in all departments-housekeeping, front desk, upper management, banquets, and sales.
Dates of Employment
From 6/19/2019
To 5/5/2026
Reason for Leaving Current
Upon leaving, were you
eligible for rehire?
Yes
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Name of Employer Ramada Palmdale
Address 300 W. Palmdale Blvd
Type of Business Hotel
Telephone Number Field not completed.
Your Supervisor's
Name
Mark Loy
Your Position and
Duties
Housekeeping management, front desk management
Major
Accomplishments
Achieved management under 1year
Dates of Employment
From 5/15/2015
To 6/19/2019
Reason for Leaving Hotel shut down
Upon leaving, were you
eligible for rehire?
Yes
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Name of Employer
St. Mary's Catholic School
Address
1600 E Ave R-14
Type of Business
Elementary school
Telephone Number
6612735555
Your Supervisor's
Name
Kate
Your Position and
Duties
Administrative assistant
Major
Accomplishments
Field not completed.
Dates of Employment
From
6/1/2004
To
9/1/2012
Reason for Leaving
Completion of school, motherhood
Upon leaving, were you
eligible for rehire?
Yes
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References
List below three persons not related to you who have knowledge of your civic activity within the last three years.
Name
Erik Alexander
Address
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City
State
Zip Code
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Occupation
Telephone Number
Number of Years
Acquainted
20+
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Name
Rory Casalla
Address
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City
State
Zip Code
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Occupation
Telephone Number
Number of Years
Acquainted
4 (Section Break)
Name
Carl Deuter
Address
Field not completed.
City
State
Zip Code
Occupation
Telephone Number
Number of Years
Acquainted
20+
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I hereby certify that the answers given by me on this application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, and that I have not withheld any information that might adversely affect my chances for appointment. I understand that any misstatement or omission of fact on this application or any documents used to obtain an appointment may result in rejection of this application or immediate discharge if I am appointed, regardless of the time elapsed before discovery of the misstatement or omission. I further certify that I, the applicant, have personally completed this application.
Initials JJ
I hereby authorize the City of Palmdale to investigate my references, prior employers, work record, education, and other matters related to my suitability for appointment and further, authorize the references I have listed, all prior employers, and all educational institutions attended, to disclose to the City of Palmdale any and all letters, reports, and other information related to my records, including, but not limited to, my performance reviews and evaluations, discipline, commendations, awards, and all other employment information, without giving me prior notice of such disclosure. By providing this page of the application to the references, prior employers, and educational institutions attended, I release them, to the fullest extent permitted by law, from any and all claims, demands, fees, and liabilities for providing the City of Palmdale with all information. I release the City of Palmdale, its agents, employees, and representatives, to the fullest extent permitted by law, from any and all claims, demands, fees, and liabilities that may result from any use or disclosure of such information by the City of Palmdale, or any of its agents, employees, and representatives.
Initials JJ
I further understand and agree that as a condition to being appointed to the Planning Commission, I will be required to agree to conduct myself in accordance with the City of Palmdale’s personnel practices and policies as set forth in the Human Resources Rules, the Brown Act, the Public Records Act, and the EIFD Rules of Procedures, copies of which I will be provided and will review prior to accepting an appointment to the EIFD. To the fullest extent permitted by law, I expressly consent to and I waive any rights of privacy I might otherwise have in connection with the City’s Human Resources Rules in general and the above- described sections in particular.
Initials JJ
I understand that as part of the final selection process, I will be required to pass a livescan fingerprint scan submission via the California Department of Justice. I understand that information collected during this background check will be limited to that appropriate to determining my suitability for this EIFD position and that such information collected during the check will be kept confidential.
Initials JJ
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Volunteer Information
REASONABLE
ACCOMMODATIONS
No
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Specialized
training/skills:
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Computer Skills Word, Excel, PowerPoint
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In Case of Emergency
Whom should we notify?
Name
Relationship to
Applicant
Home Phone
Work Phone
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Physician's Name
Phone:
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Do you have any
medical history that we
should be aware of in
the event of an
emergency? (Allergies,
medications, etc.)
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AUTHORIZATION AND RELEASE
I voluntarily agree to participate in this program. I hereby waive, release, and hold harmless from any liability or claims for damages for personal injury, including death, as well as from claims for property damage which may arise in connection with the above-named activity, against the supervisor, the City of Palmdale and its elected and appointed officials, agents, and employees.
I hereby agree to the
Authorization and
Release set forth on
this day
5/5/2026
Electronic Signature
Agreement
I agree.
Electronic Signature
Jessica Joseph
Applicants are
encouraged to attach a
resume.
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City Council Staff Report
DATE: JUNE 2, 2026
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM:
ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
PLANNING DIVISION
APPLICANT:
DISTRICT:
MILARE HOUSING INVESTMENTS, INC.
1 SUBJECT: ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. CC 2026-028; A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALMDALE, APPROVING MOD
26-0009 AMENDING A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED DENSITY
BONUS AGREEMENT 22-002 (A -7912), TO FACILITATE THE
CONSTRUCTION OF A 48-UNIT MULTI -FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENT ON ONE VACANT PARCEL TOTALING
APPROXIMATELY ONE ACRE LOCATED EAST OF 9 th STREET
EAST, APPROXIMATELY 100 FEET SOUTH OF EAST AVENUE Q;
AND, AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE TO
EXERCISE THE OPTION TO AMEND THE AGREEMENT AS
NECESSARY, INCLUDING MINIMAL AND/OR NON -
SUBSTANTIVE CHANGES (APN: 3008-040-012)
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council:
1. Receive public testimony regarding Resolution No. CC 2026-028;
2. Adopt Resolution No. CC 2026-028 approving MOD 26 -0009, amending previously approved Density Bonus Agreement AGR 22-002 (A-7912); and,
3. Authorize the City Manager or h is designee to exercise the option to amend the agreement as necessary, including minimal and/or non-substantive changes (APN 3008-040-012).
Report to Mayor and City Council
Adopt Reso. No. CC 2026-028
June 2, 2026