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Employee Assistance Program
This program is available to all employees and their family members at no cost. Our EAP offers a range of services to support you during such times, including coaching, counseling, financial and legal assistance, online resources, webinars, articles, and more.
Our EAP services and resources are managed by Uprisehealth and provides assistance for a variety of challenges, including:
• Depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders
• Relationship or family issues
• Identity theft and fraud resolution
• Substance abuse and addiction
• Job-related stress or anxiety
Simply call 800-386-7055 to speak with an Uprise Health intake specialist. They will collect basic information and connect you with a staff clinician for assessment and support. In cases of crisis, immediate assistance will be provided by a master’s-level clinician for triage, stabilization, and ongoing support.
24/7 information and support number:
1 800 386-7055
Website: worklife.uprisehealth.com
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Worklife
Off-Site Collector
National Safety Compliance, Inc.
On-Site Mobile Unit
P.O. Box 3160
Laguna Hills, CA 92654-3160
(949) 472-0645
Off-Site Collector
(Clinic)
Akeso Occupational Health
5203 Lakewood Blvd, ste B
Lakewood, CA 90712
Substance Abuse Professional
SAP Referral Services, LLC DBA
SRS, LLC
8441 Belair Rd, Suite 204
Nottingham, MD 21236
1-888-720-7277
Designated Employer Representative
Name: Nicole Lopez, Human Resources Manager
Address: 16400 Colorado Avenue
Paramount, CA 90723
Telephone Number: (562) 220-2067
EXHIBIT B
List of Categories of Drivers/Safety-Sensitive Positions Maintenance Worker
Senior Maintenance Worker
ALL DRIVERS (EXISTING OR NEW)
MUST READ THIS ENTIRE
“COMPANY POLICY” SECTION AND
COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RECEIPT
& UNDERSTANDING FORM!
SECTION 4-4
APPENDIX 4 : CAUGHT IN THE ACT OF
EXCELLENCE PROGRAM
Employee Recognition Program: Caught in The Act of Excellence
PURPOSE
All regular full-time and part-time employees who demonstrate performance above and beyond the duties required of their position may be recognized by their peers and/or management. The Employee Recognition Program will reward those employees who are “Caught in The Act of Excellence” in the form of a gift card. This policy provides employees the ability to recognize and reward their peers for exceeding expectations.
POLICY
The City Manager may compensate an employee up to a maximum of $500 per occasion who demonstrates exceptional performance above and beyond the level required for normal job performance. An employee may receive up to four awards in the fiscal year.
Awards may be given on the following scale:
• Gift Card Award: $100, $300, and $500
The total amount of Caught in the Act of Excellence Awards that an employee may receive in one 12-month period cannot exceed $700. Awards of $500 will be given on a unique circumstance where performance was deemed to be extraordinary and exceptional above assigned duties.
Employees are considered for an award based upon their demonstration of the following criteria: job enthusiasm, loyalty toward the City and the community, leadership capability within the City and the community, commitment to customer service, support for teamwork, overall work ethic, achieving desired outcomes, meeting or making significant progress toward department goals, innovation, and resolving an important issue.
Any supervisor or coworker may recommend an employee for an award and may be submitted at any time. Recommendations should be made on the Caught in the Act of Excellence Award Recommendation form. The recommendation for an award must be approved by the Department Director, however awards in the amount of $300 and $500 must also be approved by the City Manager. All completed forms should be submitted to the Human Resources Office to be reviewed and will forward request to the City Manager if needed.
Human Resources will notify the Department Director when the award(s) are ready to be issued. The City Manager or Department Director or his/her designee will issue the award to the employee.
In addition, Department Directors may request a specific quantity of gift cards, with a value of up to $50 per gift card, to be issued to employees. The request must be provided in memo format and sent to the Human Resources Office. Human Resources will then forward the request to the City Manager for consideration. The request must include the purpose of the gift cards, the number of gift cards requested, the value of the gift cards, and the anticipated date when the gift cards will be issued to the employees. If the Department Director has not identified award recipients at the time the request is submitted, a list of gift card recipients must be given to Human Resources within three days after the gift cards are awarded.
An annual allocation will be appropriated at the beginning of each fiscal year contingent upon City Council approval. Once approved, each department will be divided on a percentage based on the number of employees in their department. Once the budgeted amount has been exhausted within the fiscal year, there will be no other reimbursement considerations made.
Any remaining allocated funds will not carry over to the following fiscal year.
SECTION 4-5
APPENDIX 5 : VEHICLE ACCIDENT
REPORTING KIT
SECTION 4-6
APPENDIX 6: WORKPLACE VIOLENCE
PREVENTION PLAN
CITY OF PARAMOUNT
WORKPLACE VIOLENCE PREVENTION PLAN (WVPP)
October 2024
The City of Paramount hereby authorizes and ensures the establishment, implementation, and maintenance of the WVPP and the documents within this plan. The City of Paramount is committed to a culture of safety and violence prevention. These policies and procedures are intended to bring positive changes to the workflow, business operations, and overall health and safety of the City’s employees.
The City of Paramount may coordinate the implementation of the Plan with other employers through the following methods:
enforcement or the City of Paramount, the City may provide an employee with counseling or training, as warranted, regarding appropriate circumstances to make a report of workplace violence.
Nothing in this policy shall prevent an employee from accessing their mobile or other communication devices to seek emergency assistance, assess the safety of an emergency situation, or communicate with a person to verify their safety.
3. Opportunities the City of Paramount has for interactive questions and answers with a person knowledgeable about this Plan.
To: Honorable City Council
From: John Moreno, City Manager
By: John King, AICP, Planning and Building
Director
Monica Rodriguez, Assistant Planning and
Building Director
Date: June 23, 2026
SUBJECT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) AND HOME
INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM (HOME) CONSULTANT
SERVICES
BACKGROUND
The City of Paramount receives annual Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 and the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act of 1990. The expected annual allocations for these programs are $677,115 and $260,513.41, respectively. To maintain eligibility for these grants, the City submits several technical reports to HUD.
Since 2003, the City has utilized the services of MDG Associates, Inc. to administer the CDBG and HOME programs. In June 2025, the City approved an amendment to the contract with MDG Associates to extend consulting services, and the amended contract will expire June 30, 2026.
To comply with HUD and federal standards (2 CFR 200) for CDBG consulting services, the City distributed a Request for Proposals for CDBG/HOME consulting services.
DISCUSSION
The CDBG/HOME program has specific administration and reporting requirements, and HUD allows for administrative costs to be covered by the grant. The current and proposed scope of work for CDBG/HOME Administration Services includes, but is not limited to:
• Administer all CDBG and HOME programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws;
• Prepare an assessment of fair housing pursuant to HUD guidelines; • Conduct community meetings in preparation of the fair housing assessment; • Prepare of a strategic plan known as the Consolidated Action Plan every five years; the next Consolidated Plan is due April 2027;
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7 • Prepare and submit annual Action Plans to HUD;
• Collect and submit program data for all required reporting; • Conduct environmental review compliance;
• Provide Housing Rehabilitation Program (“Home Improvement Program”) Administration and Implementation; and
• Enter CDBG Activities in HUD’s online portal (IDIS).
Consultation Selection Process
A Request for Proposals (RFP) for CDBG/HOME consulting services was distributed to a list of consulting firms on May 12, 2026, was posted on the City website, and was advertised on City social media platforms.
Staff received two proposals in response to the RFP – the first from Housing Tools and the second from MDG Associates, Inc. Both proposals were reviewed by staff who found MDG Associates, Inc. to be highly qualified to provide the necessary services and recommend approval of the proposed contract for the following reasons:
• The proposal demonstrates the firm’s understanding of the City’s needs (both short-term and long-term) and service expectations.
• MDG Associates, Inc. has more than 35 years of experience providing CDBG administration services for local jurisdictions, including 22 years of experience in the City of Paramount.
• MDG Associates, Inc. also has significant experience in CDBG administration in other neighboring cities such as Downey, Whittier, La Habra, Gardena, and Compton.
• MDG Associates, Inc. proposes a modest increase to the firm’s hourly billing rate based on their five-year rate schedule. The CDBG grant is used to pay the cost of consultant services.
Therefore, staff recommends that the City Council execute the proposed consulting services agreement with MDG Associates, Inc. for CDBG administration services.
FISCAL IMPACT
The City receives approximately $677,115 of CDBG and $260,513 of HOME funds annually from HUD. The City is allowed to utilize no more than 20 percent of its HUD allocation for administrative costs. The proposed agreement would include a total compensation for consulting services provide by MDG Associates, Inc.
VISION, MISSION, VALUES, AND STRATEGIC OUTCOMES
The City’s Vision, Mission, and Values set the standard for the organization, establish priorities, uniformity, and guidelines; and provide the framework for policy decisionmaking. The Strategic Outcomes were implemented to provide a pathway to achieving the City’s Vision. This item aligns with Strategic Outcome No Agenda Report June 23, 2026
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7 1: Safe Community - Provide a safe place to live, work, and visit; No. 2: Community Health - Provide diverse recreational and cultural amenities that support healthy lifestyles and a sense of community; No. 4: Environmental Health - Promote, protect, and enhance a healthy, sustainably built, and natural environment; and No. 6: Efficient, Effective, and Fiscally Responsible - Deliver an efficient and effective City government in a fiscally responsible, transparent, and collaborative manner.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
Award the contract for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) consulting services to MDG Associates, Inc. for a period of two years and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement. 1 CITY OF PARAMOUNT
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF PARAMOUNT AND MDG ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR CDBG/HOME CONSULTING
SERVICES
(With Professional Liability)
This Agreement is made and entered into as of ________________, 2026 by and between the City of Paramount, a municipal corporation organized and operating under the laws of the State of California with its principal place of business at 16400 Colorado Avenue, Paramount, CA 90723 (“City”), and MDG Associates, Inc., a corporation with its principal place of business at 10722 Arrow Route, Suite 822, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 (hereinafter referred to as “Consultant”). City and Consultant are sometimes individually referred to as “Party” and collectively as “Parties” in this Agreement.
RECITALS
A. City requires provision of the following professional services:
Continued services for the administration and implementation of the Community Development Block Grant (“CDBG”) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (“HOME”) programs for the City, all as more fully set forth and described in this Agreement.
B. FUNDING. The City receives an annual entitlement allocation of CDBG funds, Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Number 14.218, from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (“HUD”) each year. The City receives an annual entitlement allocation of HOME funds, Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Number 14.239, from HUD each year. This contract for services to be provided as specified in the City’s Request for Statements of Qualifications (“SOQ”) issued on May 12, 2026 (hereinafter “EXHIBIT A”) and may be funded in whole or in part with CDBG and HOME funds.
C. Consultant is duly licensed and/or otherwise fully authorized by law, and has the necessary experience and qualifications to provide such services. City enters into this Agreement in substantial reliance on such experience and qualifications.
D. The Parties enter this Agreement in order to set forth terms and conditions governing Consultant’s performance of the services described herein.
AGREEMENT
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS AGREED AS FOLLOWS:
1. Scope of Services.
Consultant shall perform the services generally described in (i) the Scope of Services attached hereto as Exhibit “A”; (ii) any applicable request for proposals issued by the City; and (iii) as otherwise required by this Agreement, all to City’s satisfaction (collectively, “Services” herein.)
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2. Compensation.
a. Subject to Section 2.b, below, the City shall pay for the Services satisfactorily performed, in accordance with the Schedule of Rates/Payments set forth in Exhibit “B”, attached hereto.
b. In no event shall the total amount paid for the Services exceed twenty percent of CDBG funding for administrative costs described in Exhibit B, on an hourly basis at the schedule of rates set forth in Exhibit B. This amount covers and is inclusive of all labor, materials, and any and all other costs incurred by Consultant in performing the Services, unless otherwise agreed upon in writing. Periodic payments for undisputed work shall be made within thirty (30) days of receipt of an invoice which includes a detailed description of the work performed. Payments to Consultant for work performed will be made on a monthly billing basis.
3. Additional Work.
The Parties may agree on additional work to be provided as part of the Services. An amendment to this Agreement shall be prepared by the City and executed by both Parties authorizing such additional work and compensation therefor, prior to such work being performed.
4. Maintenance of Records.
Books, documents, papers, accounting records, including personnel, property and financial records, adequate to identify and account for all costs pertaining to this Agreement, and such other records as may be deemed necessary by the CITY to assure proper accounting for all project funds, both federal and non-federal shares. These records will be made available for audit purposes to the City or any authorized representative, and other evidence pertaining to costs incurred shall be maintained by Consultant and made available for review by the City at all reasonable times during the term of this Agreement and for five (5) years from the date of final payment by City.
5. Term; Time of Performance.
The term of this Agreement shall commence on the date first set forth above and shall expire on June 30, 2028, unless extended or earlier terminated as provided herein.
Consultant shall complete the Services within the term of this Agreement, and shall meet any other established schedules and deadlines agreed upon in writing. Consultant represents that it has the professional and technical personnel required to satisfactorily perform the Services as required by this Agreement. All indemnification provisions of this Agreement shall survive and remain in effect following the termination of this Agreement.
The Parties may, by mutual, written consent, extend the term of this Agreement.
6. Delays in Performance.
a. Force Majeure. Neither City nor Consultant shall be considered in default of this Agreement for delays in performance caused by force majeure events. Force majeure events mean and refer to circumstances beyond the reasonable control of the non- Paramount PSA_Prof Liability (January 2025) 3
performing party including, but not limited to, abnormal weather conditions; floods; earthquakes; fire; epidemics; war; riots and other civil disturbances; strikes, lockouts, work slowdowns, and other labor disturbances; sabotage or judicial restraint.
Consultant’s lack of financial capability, not due to any of the foregoing events, shall not constitute a force majeure event.
b. Should a force majeure event occur, the non-performing party shall, within a reasonable time of being prevented from performing, but not more than three (3) business days, give written notice to the other party describing the circumstances preventing continued performance and the efforts being made to resume performance of this Agreement.
7. Compliance with Law.
a. Consultant shall comply with all applicable local, State, and federal laws, ordinances, statutes, codes and regulations, including Cal/OSHA requirements, in the performance of the Services.
b. City may, but is not required, to assist Consultant in obtaining and maintaining all permits required of Consultant by federal, state and/or local regulatory agencies. c. If applicable, and unless otherwise provided in the Scope of Services, Consultant is responsible for all costs of clean up and/or removal of hazardous and toxic substances spilled as a result of his or her services or operations performed under this Agreement.
8. Standard of Care.
Consultant’s Services shall be performed in accordance with the generally accepted professional standards of practice and principles and in a manner consistent with the level of care and skill ordinarily exercised by members of the profession currently performing similar services under similar conditions in the County of Los Angeles. Consultant shall, at all times herein, possess any and all State of California and/or federal professional licenses and certifications, as applicable, required to lawfully perform the Services.
9. Assignment and Subcontracting.
Consultant shall not assign or transfer this Agreement or any rights or obligations under, or any interest in this Agreement, or subcontract any required performance hereunder, without the prior written consent of the City, which may be withheld for any reason. The Services required to be performed by the Consultant are personal to the Consultant. Any attempt to so assign, transfer, or subcontract without such consent shall be void and without legal effect and shall constitute grounds for termination. Authorized subcontracts, if any, shall contain a provision making the subcontractor subject to all requirements of this Agreement.
10. Independent Contractor.
Consultant is retained as an independent contractor and is not an employee of City. No employee or agent of Consultant is or shall become an employee of City. The work to be Paramount PSA_Prof Liability (January 2025) 4
performed shall be in accordance with the Scope of Services described in this Agreement, subject to such directions and amendments from City as herein provided. a. All work and other Services provided pursuant to this Agreement shall be performed by Consultant or by Consultant’s employees or other personnel under Consultant’s supervision, and Consultant and all of Consultant’s personnel shall possess the qualifications, permits, and licenses required by State and local law to perform the Services, including, without limitation, a City of Paramount business license as required by the Paramount Municipal Code. Consultant will determine the means, methods, and details by which Consultant’s personnel will perform the Services.
Consultant shall be solely responsible for the satisfactory work performance of all personnel engaged in performing the Services and compliance with the customary professional standards.
b. None of Consultant’s employees and/or other personnel performing any of the Services under this Agreement on behalf of Consultant shall be employees of City and shall at all times be under Consultant’s exclusive direction and control. Consultant and Consultant’s personnel shall not supervise any of City’s employees; and City’s employees shall not supervise Consultant’s personnel. Consultant’s personnel shall not wear or display any City uniform, badge, identification number, or other information identifying such individual as an employee of City; and Consultant’s personnel shall not use any City e-mail address or City telephone number in the performance of any of the Services under this Agreement. Consultant shall acquire and maintain at its sole cost and expense such vehicles, equipment and supplies as Consultant’s personnel require to perform any of the Services required by this Agreement. Consultant shall perform all Services off of City premises at locations of Consultant’s choice, except as otherwise may from time to time be necessary in order for Consultant’s personnel to receive projects from City, review plans on file at City, pick up or deliver any work product related to Consultant’s performance of any Services under this Agreement, or as may be necessary to inspect or visit City locations and/or private property to perform such Services. City may make a computer available to Consultant from time to time for Consultant’s personnel to obtain information about or to check on the status of projects pertaining to the Services under this Agreement. c. Consultant shall be responsible for and pay all wages, salaries, benefits and other amounts due to Consultant’s personnel in connection with their performance of any Services under this Agreement and as required by law. Consultant shall be responsible for all reports and obligations respecting such additional personnel, including, but not limited to: Social Security taxes, other retirement or pension benefits, income tax withholding, unemployment insurance, disability insurance, and workers' compensation insurance. Notwithstanding any other agency, State, or federal policy, rule, regulation, statute or ordinance to the contrary, Consultant and its officers, employees, agents, and subcontractors providing any of the Services under this Agreement shall not become entitled to, and hereby waive any claims to, any wages, salaries, compensation, benefit or any incident of employment by City, including but not limited to, eligibility to enroll in, or reinstate to membership in, the California Public Employees Retirement System (“PERS”) or any other retirement program, as an employee of City, and entitlement to any contribution to be paid by City for employer Paramount PSA_Prof Liability (January 2025) 5
contributions or employee contributions for PERS benefits or any other retirement benefits.
d. To the maximum extent permitted by laws, Consultant shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City and other Indemnitees (as defined in Section 13.a herein), from any and all liabilities, damages, claims, costs and expenses of any nature to the extent arising from, caused by, or relating to Consultant’s violation of any provision of this Section 10, or any of Consultant’s personnel practices. In addition to all other remedies at law, City shall have the right to offset against the amount of any fees due to Consultant under this Agreement any amount due to City from Consultant as a result of Consultant’s failure to promptly pay to City any reimbursement or indemnification obligation arising under this Section. The duty of indemnification set forth in this Section is in addition to all other indemnification provisions of this Agreement.
11. PERS Compliance.
General Requirements. The Parties acknowledge that City is a local agency member of PERS, and as such has certain pension reporting and contribution obligations to PERS on behalf of qualifying employees. Consultant agrees that, in providing its employees and any other personnel to City to perform any work or other Services under this Agreement, Consultant shall assure compliance with the Public Employees’ Retirement Law, commencing at Government Code § 20000, the regulations of PERS, and the Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act of 2013, as amended. Without limitation to the foregoing, Consultant shall assure compliance with regard to personnel who have active or inactive membership in PERS and to those who are retired annuitants and in performing this Agreement shall not assign or utilize any of its personnel in a manner that will cause City to be in violation of the applicable retirement laws and regulations. .
12. Insurance.
Unless otherwise permitted in writing by City’s Risk Manager, Consultant shall not commence work for the City until it has secured insurance in such forms and with such limits as set forth in Exhibit “C“ attached hereto, and provided evidence thereof that is acceptable to the City. In addition, Consultant shall not allow any subcontractor to commence work on any subcontract until it has secured all insurance required under this section.
13. Indemnification.
a. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Consultant shall defend (with counsel reasonably approved by City), indemnify and hold the City, its elected and appointed officials, officers, attorneys, agents, employees, servants, designated volunteers, successors, assigns and those City agents serving as independent contractors in the role of City officials (collectively “Indemnitees” in this Section 13) free and harmless with respect to any and all claims, demands, causes of action, costs, expenses, liabilities, losses, damages, stop notices and/or injury of any kind, in law or equity, to property or persons, including bodily injury, wrongful death, personal injury and property damage, in any manner arising out of, pertaining to, or incidental to any acts, Paramount PSA_Prof Liability (January 2025) 6
errors, omissions, or willful misconduct of Consultant, its owners, officials, officers, employees, servants, subcontractors, consultants or agents in connection with the performance of the Consultant’s Services, and/or this Agreement, including without limitation the payment of all damages, expert witness fees and attorney’s fees and other related costs and expenses. Consultant's obligation to indemnify shall not be restricted to insurance proceeds, if any, received by Consultant, or by the City or any of the other Indemnitees. Consultant’s duty to indemnify and hold harmless City shall not extend to the City’s sole or active negligence or willful misconduct. b. For Design Professional Services: If Consultant’s Services hereunder include the performance of professional services by a “design professional,” as the term is defined under California Civil Code § 2782.8(c), then to the fullest extent permitted by law, the Consultant shall, at its sole cost and expense, indemnify and hold harmless the Indemnitees, and each of them, from and against any and all damages, costs, expenses, liabilities, claims, demands, causes of action, proceedings, judgments, penalties, liens, and losses of any nature whatsoever, including fees of accountants and other professionals, and all costs associated therewith, and reimbursement of attorneys’ fees and costs of defense, whether actual, alleged or threatened, to the extent arising out of, pertaining to, or relating to, in whole or in part, the negligence, recklessness or willful misconduct of the Consultant, and/or its officers, agents, servants, employees, subcontractors, contractors or their officers, agents, servants or employees (or any entity or individual for whom the Consultant shall bear legal liability) in the performance of design professional services under this Agreement.
Notwithstanding the foregoing and as required by Civil Code § 2782.8(a), in no event shall the cost to defend the Indemnitees that is charged to Consultant, exceed Consultant’s proportionate percentage of fault. Consultant’s duty to indemnify and hold harmless City shall not extend to the City’s sole or active negligence or willful misconduct.
c. The provisions of this Section 13 shall survive the termination of this Agreement.
14. California Labor Code Requirements.
a. Consultant is aware of the requirements of California Labor Code Sections 1720, et seq. and 1770, et seq., which require the payment of prevailing wages and the performance of other requirements on certain “public works” and “maintenance” projects (“Prevailing Wage Laws”). If the Services are being performed as part of an applicable “public works” or “maintenance” project, as defined by the Prevailing Wage Laws, and if the total compensation is $1,000 or more, Consultant agrees to fully comply with the Prevailing Wage Laws. These rates are on file with the City Clerk or may be obtained at: http://www.dir.ca.gov/OPRL/DPreWageDetermination.htm. (i) Copies of the prevailing wage rates may be obtained at cost at the City Clerk's office. Consultant shall post a copy of such wage rates at the job site and shall pay the adopted prevailing wage rates as a minimum. Consultant 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, Consultant 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 Paramount PSA_Prof Liability (January 2025) 7
stipulated prevailing rates for any work done under this Agreement, by them or by any subcontractor under them, in violation of the provisions of this Agreement. (ii) Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold the City, its officials, officers, employees and agents free and harmless from any claims, liabilities, costs, penalties or interest arising out of any failure or alleged failure to comply with the Prevailing Wage Laws. It shall be mandatory upon the Consultant and all subcontractors to comply with all California Labor Code provisions, which include but are not limited to prevailing wages (Labor Code Sections 1771, 1774 and 1775), employment of apprentices (Labor Code Section 1777.5), certified payroll records (Labor Code Sections 1771.4 and 1776), hours of labor (Labor Code Sections 1813 and 1815) and debarment of contractors and subcontractors (Labor Code Section 1777.1). The requirement to submit certified payroll records directly to the Labor Commissioner under Labor Code Section 1771.4 shall not apply to work performed on a public works project that is exempt pursuant to the small project exemption specified in Labor Code Section 1771.4. b. If the Services are being performed as part of an applicable “public works” or “maintenance” project, then pursuant to Labor Code Sections 1725.5 and 1771.1, the Consultant and all subcontractors performing such Services must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. Consultant shall maintain registration for the duration of this Agreement and require the same of any subcontractors, as applicable.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, the contractor registration requirements mandated by Labor Code Sections 1725.5 and 1771.1 shall not apply to work performed on a public works project that is exempt pursuant to the small project exemption specified in Labor Code Sections 1725.5 and 1771.1.
c. This Agreement may also be subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. It shall be Consultant’s sole responsibility to comply with all applicable registration and labor compliance requirements. Any stop orders issued by the Department of Industrial Relations against Consultant or any subcontractor that affect Consultant’s performance of the Services, including any delay, shall be Consultant’s sole responsibility. Any delay arising out of or resulting from such stop orders shall be considered Consultant caused delay and shall not be compensable by the City. Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold the City, its officials, officers, employees and agents free and harmless from any claim or liability arising out of stop orders issued by the Department of Industrial Relations against Consultant or any subcontractor.
15. Data Security.
a. As used in this Agreement, “City Data” means any and all information and data provided or made accessible, directly or indirectly, to Consultant by City, or otherwise acquired from City, in connection with Consultant’s performance of the Services. As between the Consultant and the City, any and all City Data is solely owned by City.
Consultant is granted a limited, non-exclusive, and revocable license to use City Data solely as necessary to perform the Services. At no time shall Consultant use City Data for its own purposes, or sell, disclose or disseminate City Data, except as required by law or to provide the Services. At all times herein, Consultant shall protect and Paramount PSA_Prof Liability (January 2025) 8
maintain the security of City Data using methods providing not less than the level of security Consultant uses for its own confidential data, and that otherwise comply with recognized industry data security standards applicable to similar kinds of governmental data and information.
b. To the extent any City Data consists of personal information as defined in the California Consumer Privacy Act (Civil Code Section 1798.100, et seq.), Consultant shall comply with that statute and with Civil Code Section 1798.80. et seq., including providing the required notifications in the event of any unauthorized access or disclosure of personal information stored, maintained, accessed, used or transmitted by Consultant in connection with this Agreement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Consultant shall within 24 hours notify the City Representative by telephone and in writing of any unauthorized access of City Data. Thereafter, Consultant shall render any assistance to City and law enforcement as necessary to ascertain the nature and extent of such unauthorized access.
c. Consultant shall not store City Data using cloud-based storage without City’s prior, written consent, unless the use of such storage is clearly described in the Scope of Services. Where permitted herein, any and all cloud-based storage shall be on servers and other hardware located within the continental United States, and shall be in compliance with ISO/IEC 27001 - 27018, as applicable, unless otherwise agreed to in writing by the City Representative. Cloud storage using Amazon Web Service or Microsoft Azure shall be deemed to satisfy the requirements of this subsection (c).
16. Confidential Information
Consultant understands and agrees that, in the performance of the Services under this Agreement or in contemplation thereof, Consultant may have access to private or confidential information which may be owned or controlled by the City and that, if disclosed to third parties, could be damaging to the City. Consultant agrees that all City information and data provided to or made accessible to Consultant by City shall be held in confidence and disclosed only as needed in performance of this Agreement, or as required by law.
Consultant shall exercise the same standard of care to protect such information as a reasonably prudent consultant would use to protect its own confidential and/or proprietary information and data.
17. Laws and Venue.
This Agreement shall be interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of California without regard for conflicts of laws rules. If any action is brought to interpret or enforce any term of this Agreement, the action shall be brought in a state or federal court situated in the County of Los Angeles, State of California. Consultant must comply with the claim procedures set forth in Government Code section 900, et seq. prior to filing any lawsuit against the City.
18. Termination.
a. City has the right to terminate any portion or all of the Services under this Agreement with or without cause, by giving ten (10) calendar days’ prior, written notice to Paramount PSA_Prof Liability (January 2025) 9
Consultant. In such event, City shall be immediately given title to and possession of all Work Product, including all related intellectual property rights, and original field notes, drawings and specifications, written reports and all other documents produced or developed pursuant to this Agreement. Provided Consultant is not then in breach, City shall pay Consultant the reasonable value of services rendered for any portion of the Services completed prior to termination. If said termination occurs prior to completion of any specific task for which a payment request has not been received, the charge for Services performed shall be the reasonable value of such Services, based on an amount agreed to by City and Consultant. City shall not be liable for any costs other than the charges or portions thereof which are specified herein. Consultant shall not be entitled to payment for unperformed services or services within the Scope Services performed prior to the effective date of this Agreement, and shall not be entitled to damages or compensation resulting from such termination of the Services. b. Consultant may terminate its obligation to provide further Services under this Agreement by serving written notice of termination to the City, provided Consultant has first served the City with a written notice of default and demand to cure, and City has failed to cure such default within thirty (30) days of receipt of such notice.
19. Ownership of Work Product.
a. Except as otherwise provided in Section 18, “Termination”, above, and unless otherwise agreed upon in writing, all draft and final reports, documents, and other written material, and any and all images, ideas, concepts, designs including website designs, source code, object code, electronic data and files, and/or other media whatsoever created or developed by Consultant in the performance of this Agreement (collectively, “Work Product”) shall be considered to be “works made for hire” for the benefit of City. All Work Product and any and all intellectual property rights arising from their creation, including, but not limited to, all copyrights and other proprietary rights, shall be and remain the property of City without restriction or limitation upon their use, duplication or dissemination by City upon final payment being made or termination of the Agreement by City, provided that any such use shall be at City’s sole risk. Consultant shall not obtain or attempt to obtain copyright protection as to any of the Work Product. “Work Product” does not include intellectual property lawfully owned by or licensed to Consultant prior to the effective date of this Agreement. b. Consultant hereby assigns to City all rights of ownership to the Work Product, including any and all related intellectual property and proprietary rights that are not otherwise vested in the City pursuant to subsection (a), above. c. Consultant warrants and represents that it has secured all necessary licenses, consents or approvals necessary to the production of the Work Product, and that upon final payment or Consultant’s default, City shall have full legal title to the Work Product, and full legal authority and the right to use and reproduce the Work Product for any purpose. Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold City, and the other Indemnitees (as defined in Section 13(a), above) harmless from any and all loss, claim or liability in any way related to a claim that City’s use of any of the Work Product violates federal, state or local laws, or any contractual provisions, or any rights or laws relating to trade Paramount PSA_Prof Liability (January 2025) 10
names, licenses, franchises, copyrights, patents or other means of protecting intellectual property rights and/or interests in products, ideas or inventions. Consultant shall bear all costs arising from the use of patented, copyrighted, trade secret or trademarked documents, materials, equipment, devices or processes in connection with its provision of the Work Product produced under this Agreement. In the event the use of any of the Work Product or other deliverables hereunder by City is held to constitute an infringement and the use of any of the same is enjoined, Consultant, at its expense, shall: (a) secure for City the right to continue using the Work Product and other deliverables by suspension of any injunction, or by procuring a license or licenses for City; or (b) modify the Work Product and other deliverables so that they become non-infringing while remaining in compliance with the requirements of this Agreement. This covenant shall survive the termination of this Agreement.
20. Party Representatives.
Consultant hereby designates Rudy Munoz, or his or her designee, as Consultant’s Representative for this Agreement, unless and until written notice of a new representative acceptable to City is provided to City. City hereby designates Rudy Munoz, or his or her designee, as City’s Representative for this Agreement. The foregoing Representatives shall be authorized to approve non-monetary revisions to this Agreement, provide consent where required herein, and to make other administrative decisions that will be binding on their respective Party, except as otherwise specifically required herein.
21. Notices.
Any notice or instrument required or permitted to be given or delivered by this Agreement may be given or delivered by depositing the same in any United States Post Office, certified mail, return receipt requested, postage prepaid, addressed to:
CITY:
City of Paramount
16400 Colorado Avenue
Paramount, CA 90723
Attn: John King, Planning and Building
Dept.
CONSULTANT:
MDG Associates, Inc.
10722 Arrow Route, Suite 822
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Attn: Rudy Munoz
and shall be effective upon receipt thereof.
22. Third Party Rights.
Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to give any rights or benefits to anyone other than the City and the Consultant.
23. Equal Opportunity Employment.
Consultant represents that it is an equal opportunity employer and that it shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age or other interests protected by the State or Paramount PSA_Prof Liability (January 2025) 11
Federal Constitutions. Such non-discrimination shall include, but not be limited to, all activities related to initial employment, upgrading, demotion, transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising, layoff or termination.
24. Entire Agreement.
This Agreement, with its exhibits, all of which are incorporated by reference herein, and all documents incorporated by reference, represents the entire understanding of City and Consultant as to those matters contained herein, and supersedes and cancels any prior or contemporaneous oral or written understanding, promises or representations with respect to those matters covered hereunder. Each party acknowledges that no representations, inducements, promises or agreements have been made by any person which are not incorporated herein, and that any other agreements shall be void. This Agreement may not be modified or altered except in writing signed by both Parties hereto.
This is an integrated Agreement. In the event of any conflict or inconsistency between the provisions of this Agreement and any exhibit hereto or document incorporated by reference herein, the provisions of this Agreement shall govern.
25. Severability.
The unenforceability, invalidity or illegality of any provision(s) of this Agreement shall not render any other provisions unenforceable, invalid, or illegal.
26. Successors and Assigns.
This Agreement shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the successors in interest, executors, administrators and assigns of each party to this Agreement.
However, Consultant shall not assign or transfer by operation of law or otherwise any or all of its rights, burdens, duties, or obligations without the prior written consent of City.
Any attempted assignment without such consent shall be invalid and void.
27. Non-Waiver.
None of the provisions of this Agreement shall be considered waived by either party, unless such waiver is agreed to in writing, and any such waiver shall be limited to that set of circumstances and not to any future circumstances unless another written waiver is executed.
28. Time of Essence.
Time is of the essence in each and every provision of this Agreement.
29. City’s Right to Employ Other Consultants.
City reserves its right to employ other consultants to provide the Services or similar services to the City.
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30. Interest of Consultant.
Consultant covenants that it presently has no interest, and shall not acquire any interest, direct or indirect, financial or otherwise, which would conflict in any manner or degree with the performance of the Services under this Agreement. Consultant certifies that no one who has or will have any financial interest under this Agreement is an officer or employee of the City.
31. Interest of Subcontractors.
Consultant further covenants that, in the performance of this Agreement, no subcontractor or person having any interest, direct or indirect, financial or otherwise, which would conflict in any manner or degree with the performance of the Services under this Agreement shall be employed.Consultant has provided City with a list of all subcontractors and the key personnel for such subcontractors that are retained or to be retained by Consultant in connection with the performance of the Services, to assist the City in affirming compliance with this Section.
32. Prohibited Interests.
Consultant maintains and warrants that it has not employed nor retained any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for Consultant, to solicit or secure this Agreement. Further, Consultant warrants that it has not paid nor has it agreed to pay any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for Consultant, any fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gift or other consideration contingent upon or resulting from the award or making of this Agreement. If required, Consultant further agrees to file, or shall cause its employees or subcontractors to file, a Statement of Economic Interest with the City’s Filing Officer as required under state law in the performance of the Services. For breach or violation of this warranty, City shall have the right to rescind this Agreement without liability. For the term of this Agreement, no director, official, officer or employee of City, during the term of his or her service with City, shall have any direct interest in this Agreement, or obtain any present or anticipated material benefit arising therefrom.
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SIGNATURE PAGE FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF PARAMOUNT
AND MDG ASSOCIATES, INC
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.
CITY OF PARAMOUNT CONSULTANT: MDG ASSOCIATES, INC.
By:____________________________ By:____________________________ Brenda Olmos, Mayor RUDY MUNOZ, PRESIDENT
By: ____________________________
ATTEST:
By:___________________________
Heidi Luce, City Clerk
Paramount PSA_Prof Liability (January 2025) Exhibit - 1
EXHIBIT A
Scope of Services
Paramount PSA_Prof Liability (January 2025) Exhibit B - 1
EXHIBIT B
Schedule of Rates/Payments
Consultant will invoice City on a monthly cycle, or otherwise as expressly provided in this Agreement. Consultant will include with each invoice a detailed progress report that indicates the amount of budget spent on each task, as applicable. Consultant will inform City regarding any out-of-scope work being performed by Consultant. Any other terms and conditions relating to the amount of compensation to be paid to Consultant are as follows:
Paramount PSA_Prof Liability (January 2025) Exhibit C - 1
EXHIBIT C
INSURANCE
1. Time for Compliance. Consultant shall not commence work under this Agreement until it has provided evidence satisfactory to the City that it has secured all insurance required under this section, or as may otherwise be permitted or required in writing by the City’s risk manager.
2. Types of Insurance Required. As a condition precedent to the effectiveness of this Agreement for work to be performed hereunder, and without limiting the indemnity provisions of the Agreement, the Consultant, in partial performance of its obligations under such Agreement, shall procure and maintain in full force and effect during the term of the Agreement the following policies of insurance. If the existing policies do not meet the insurance requirements set forth herein, Consultant agrees to amend, supplement or endorse the policies to do so.
A. Commercial General Liability: Commercial General Liability Insurance which affords coverage at least as broad as Insurance Services Office “occurrence" form CG 0001, or the exact equivalent, with limits of not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence and no less than $2,000,000 in the general aggregate. Defense costs shall be paid in addition to the limits. The policy shall contain no endorsements or provisions (1) limiting coverage for contractual liability; (2) excluding coverage for claims or suits by one insured against another (cross-liability); or (3) containing any other exclusion(s) contrary to the terms or purposes of this Agreement.
B. Workers' Compensation: Workers' Compensation Insurance, as required by the State of California and Employer's Liability Insurance with a limit of not less than $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury and disease.
C. Professional Liability (Errors & Omissions): Consultant shall maintain professional liability insurance that covers the services to be performed in connection with this Agreement, in the minimum amount of $1,000,000 per claim and in the aggregate. Any policy inception date, continuity date, or retroactive date must be before the effective date of this Agreement. If a “claims-made” policy is provided, it shall include an extended reporting period of not less than three (3) years.
D. Commercial Automobile Liability Insurance: Consultant shall maintain automobile insurance at least as broad as Insurance Services Office form CA 00 01 covering bodily injury and property damage for all activities of the Consultant arising out of or in connection with Work to be performed under this Agreement, including coverage for any owned, hired, non-owned, or rented vehicles, in an amount not less than 1,000,000 combined single limit for each accident. The City of Paramount, its elected or appointed officers, officials, employees and volunteers shall be named as additional insureds on such policy.
E. Cyber Liability: Vendor shall maintain comprehensive cyber liability insurance with limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence/loss and $2,000,000 general aggregate. If a “claims-made” policy is provided, it shall include an extended reporting period of not less than three (3) years.
Paramount PSA_Prof Liability (January 2025) Exhibit C - 2 F. For Commercial General Liability and Commercial Automobile Liability (CGL Coverage):
The City will be named as an additional insured, under the commercial general liability (“CGL”) insurance policy coverage, for all liability arising out of the operations by or on behalf of the named insured, and this CGL policy protects the additional insured, its officers, agents and employees against liability for personal and bodily injuries, deaths or property damage or destruction arising in any respect, directly or indirectly, in the performance of the contract.
(i) Each such CGL policy shall be endorsed with the following language: The City of Paramount, its elected or appointed officers, officials, employees and volunteers are included as insureds with regard to damages and defense of claims arising from: (a) activities performed by or on behalf of the Named Insured, including the insured's general supervision of the Named Insured, (b) products and completed operations of the Named Insured, or (c) premises owned, leased or used by the Named Insured. (ii) This CGL policy shall be considered primary insurance as respects the City, its elected or appointed officers, officials, employees, agents and volunteers. Any insurance maintained by the City, including any self-insured retention the City may have, shall be considered excess insurance only and shall not contribute with it. (iii) The inclusion of more than one insured shall not operate to impair the rights of one insured against another insured, and the coverages afforded shall apply as though separate policies had been issued to each insured.
(iv)The Additional Insured coverage under the Consultant’s policy shall be primary and non-contributory and will not seek contribution from the City’s insurance or selfinsurance and shall be at least as broad as CG 20 01 04 13.
G. Deductibles and Self-Insured Retentions: Any self-insured retentions must be declared to and approved by City. City reserves the right to require that self-insured retentions be eliminated, lowered, or replaced by a deductible, or require proof of ability to pay losses and related investigations, claim administration, and defense expenses within the retention.
3. Waiver of Subrogation. All policies of Commercial General Liability, Commercial Automobile Liability, and Worker’s Compensation shall specifically allow Consultant or others providing insurance evidence in compliance with these specifications to waive their right of recovery prior to a loss. Consultant hereby waives its own right of recovery against the City, its officials, officers, employees, and agents to the extent of such coverage.
4. Evidence of Insurance. The Consultant shall deliver redacted copies of the required policies or original certificates of insurance and redacted or specimen endorsements issued by their insurer. The Consultant and its insurer are solely responsible for ensuring that the required insurance complies with this Agreement and provides adequate coverage for all services performed. The Consultant shall procure insurance policies that meet the stated standards.
At least fifteen (15) days before any policy expires, or within a reasonable time after policy renewal, the Consultant shall provide evidence of renewal or replacement coverage. If any Paramount PSA_Prof Liability (January 2025) Exhibit C - 3 policy is canceled or reduced, the Consultant must file evidence of reinstatement or replacement coverage within ten (10) days of receipt of written notice of the change.
The City may request copies of insurance policies and endorsements for informational purposes only, without assuming any obligation to verify compliance or adequacy.
5. Failure to Maintain Coverage. In the event any policy of insurance required under this Agreement does not comply with these specifications or is canceled and not replaced immediately so as to avoid a lapse in the required coverage, City has the right but not the duty to obtain the insurance it deems necessary and any premium paid by City will be promptly reimbursed by Consultant or City will withhold amounts sufficient to pay premium from Consultant payments. In the alternative, City may cancel this Agreement effective upon notice.
6. Acceptability of Insurers. Each such policy shall be from a company or companies with a current A.M. Best's rating of no less than A- VII and authorized to transact business of insurance in the State of California, or otherwise allowed to place insurance through surplus line brokers under applicable provisions of the California Insurance Code or any federal law.
7. Enforcement of Agreement Provisions (non-estoppel). Consultant acknowledges and agrees that actual or alleged failure on the part of the City to inform Consultant of noncompliance with any requirement imposes no additional obligation on the City nor does it waive any rights hereunder.
8. Requirements Not Limiting. Requirement of specific coverage or minimum limits contained in this Agreement are not intended as a limitation on coverage, limits, or other requirement, or a waiver of any coverage normally provided by any insurance.
Paramount PSA_Prof Liability (January 2025) Exhibit C - 4 WORKER’S COMPENSATION INSURANCE CERTIFICATION
WORKERS' COMPENSATION DECLARATION
I hereby affirm under penalty of perjury one of the following declarations: (ONE OF THE
PARAGRAPHS BELOW MUST BE CHECKED)
I have and will maintain a certificate of consent from the California Labor Commission to self-insure for workers' compensation, as provided for by Section 3700 of the Labor Code, for the performance of the work to be performed under this Agreement. I have and will maintain workers' compensation insurance, as required by Section 3700 of the Labor Code, for the performance of the work to be performed under this contract.
My workers' compensation insurance carrier and policy number are:
Carrier _____________________________________________
Policy Number _______________________________________
I certify that, in the performance of the work under this Agreement, I shall not employ any person in any manner so as to become subject to the workers' compensation laws of California, and I hereby agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the City of Paramount and all of its officials, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, and losses relating to personal injury or death, economic losses, and property damage arising out of my failure to provide such worker’s compensation insurance. I further agree that, if I should become subject to the workers' compensation provisions of Section 3700 of the Labor Code, I shall forthwith comply with those provisions.
WARNING: FAILURE TO SECURE WORKERS’ COMPENSATION COVERAGE IS
UNLAWFUL, AND SHALL SUBJECT AN EMPLOYER TO CRIMINAL PENALTIES AND CIVIL FINES UP TO ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($100,000), IN ADDITION TO THE COST OF COMPENSATION, DAMAGES AS PROVIDED FOR IN SECTION 3706 OF THE LABOR CODE, INTEREST, AND ATTORNEY’S FEES.
By: _________________________________ Dated:______________, 20_________ City of Paramount
Statement of Qualifications
CDBG / HOME Program
Consultant Services
June 1, 2026
Exhibit "A"
TC
TC TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Description of Firm / Qualifications / Experience .............................................................1
2. Proposed Team and Experience / Staff Qualifications / Availability...............................14
3. Description of Services / Work Program / Methodology ................................................24
4. Client References ..............................................................................................................26 EXHIBITS:
Exhibit “A” – Organization Chart
Exhibit “B” – City Required Forms
▪ Federal Lobbyist Certification
▪ MBE/WBE Information Form
1 1 DESCRIPTION OF FIRM
DESCRIPTION OF FIRM, QUALIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE
MDG Associates, Inc. (MDG) is a California-based community development consulting firm that has served cities, counties, housing authorities, and nonprofit organizations since 1991. Over more than three decades, the firm has earned a strong reputation for delivering compliant, efficient, and results-oriented services across a broad range of federally and state-funded community development programs. MDG is a California corporation, a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), and is headquartered in Rancho Cucamonga, California.
Legal Name of Business MDG Associates, Inc.
Organizational Structure Corporation, State of California Point of Contact / Company
Address
Rudy Muñoz, President
10722 Arrow Route, Suite 822
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Phone: 909-476-9696 x 103
[email protected]
Time Business in Operation 35 years (established 1991)
MDG specializes in the administration and implementation of programs funded through the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), particularly Community Planning and Development (CPD) programs including:
• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
• HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME)
• Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG)
MDG also has extensive experience administering one-time, congressionally funded special allocation programs such as:
• Community Project Funding (CPF)
• Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) • Community Development Block Grant – Coronavirus (CDBG-CV) • Emergency Solutions Grant – Coronavirus (ESG-CV)
• Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP)
• HOME-American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP)
Beyond HUD programs, MDG also supports the implementation of State of California Housing and Community Development (HCD) programs, including but not limited to the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA), CalHome, State HOME, and other state-funded initiatives. The firm’s 2 multidisciplinary approach allows it to seamlessly integrate federal, state, and local requirements into a single, cohesive program delivery framework.
MDG provides a comprehensive suite of services designed to support clients through every phase of program planning, implementation, and compliance. The firm’s full-service offering, provided individually or as part of an integrated program delivery model, includes:
• Grants Management Administration and Implementation (including Technical Assistance);
• HUD Planning and Reporting (Consolidated Plans, Annual Action Plans, and CAPERs); • Environmental Review Compliance;
• Subrecipient Monitoring and Financial Management;
• Federal and State Labor Compliance Monitoring;
• Consolidated Plan Development;
• HUD Fair Housing Plan Development;
• Housing Rehabilitation Program Administration and Implementation; • Commercial Rehabilitation Program Administration and Implementation; and • HUD Technical Assistance and Training.
While the balance of this section focuses on the services specifically requested under this Request for Qualifications, MDG’s collective expertise across the above disciplines positions the firm to act as a single, integrated resource for our clients.
MDG’s strength is its ability to integrate these services into a practical, client-focused delivery model that emphasizes regulatory accuracy, efficient implementation, strong documentation, and responsive technical support. Our approach is grounded in a deep understanding of applicable regulatory frameworks, including 24 CFR Parts 570 (CDBG), 92 (HOME), 576 (ESG), 91 (Consolidated Plan), 58 (Environmental Review), and 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Guidance).
The firm functions as an extension of client staff, helping jurisdictions meet program goals while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local requirements from grant award through closeout.
The firm currently employs 44 professionals, of which 23 have substantial direct HUD/HCD program experience. MDG provides ongoing grant administration, implementation services, and technical assistance to 24 cities, five (5) counties, and the State of California, managing a combined HUD portfolio of approximately $80 million in annual funds. During the pandemic, MDG assisted more than 15 local jurisdictions to design and implement over $50 million of CDBG-CV and ESG-CV resources. In addition, MDG and its affiliate LDM, support CDBG-DR programs valued at approximately $21 billion combined across the State of California (wildfires) and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico (hurricanes).
MDG also serves as a trusted HUD CPD technical assistance provider at the national level. Firm leadership and senior staff have served as HUD-designated trainers and subject matter experts on topics including Basically CDBG, Assessment of Fair Housing (AFH), Disaster Recovery Grant Reporting (DRGR), the eCon Planning Suite, CPD Maps, and the Integrated Disbursement 3 Information System (IDIS). Through the HUD Exchange Ask a Question (AAQ) portal, MDG staff currently respond directly to grantee compliance questions in CDBG, HOME, DRGR, CDBG-CV, CPF, and HOME-ARP.
A key strength of MDG is its ability to tailor services to the specific needs of each client. Whether responding to a small city with a single program or a state with multiple grant streams, MDG structures its engagement around the client’s organizational capacity, available funding, regulatory profile, and community priorities. The firm is equally comfortable serving as a fullservice program administrator, as targeted compliance and monitoring support, or as a fiscal agent and funds disbursement partner for jurisdictions seeking arms-length grant administration.
In summary, MDG Associates, Inc. offers a proven combination of experience, technical expertise, and capacity that is well-aligned with the scope and objectives of this Request for Qualifications. The sections that follow describe in greater detail the firm’s qualifications and experience in the specific HUD Grants Management service areas requested, as well as the firm’s complementary capabilities in Consolidated Plan development, Fair Housing planning, and community engagement.
GRANTS MANAGEMENT
MDG provides comprehensive grant administration and compliance oversight services for federally and state-funded community development programs, including CDBG, HOME, ESG, HOME-ARP, NSP, CDBG-CV, ESG-CV, CDBG-DR, and CPF grants. The firm has assisted clients in establishing compliant program structures from award through closeout—including drafting subrecipient and developer agreements, written program guidelines, policies and procedures, citizen participation plans, and procurement documents—ensuring adherence to statutory requirements, grant agreements, and evolving HUD and HCD guidance.
Our approach is grounded in a deep understanding of applicable regulatory frameworks, including 24 CFR Parts 570 (CDBG), 92 (HOME), 576 (ESG), 91 (Consolidated Plan), 75 (Section 3), and 58 (Environmental Review), as well as 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards). MDG staff also remain current on HUD CPD notices, OMB memoranda, and HCD Notices of Funding Availability (NOFAs), and routinely advise clients on the implications of new guidance for ongoing programs.
MDG’s services include eligibility determinations, National Objective compliance, beneficiary tracking and income certification, IDIS setup and reporting, environmental review record preparation, contractor and subrecipient procurement support, drawdown management, financial reconciliation, performance measurement, and grant closeout.
The table below provides a list of the public agencies and the types of services that MDG and its affiliate LDM, have provided over the last five (5) years 4 Table 1.1: Public Agencies Served Within the Last 2 Years Client
Con Plan/AI/CPPCDBG/HOME Grant ManagementCDBG/ HOME TA Hsg. / Com. Rehab.Hsg. / Com. Rehab. TACARES Act TADBRA andSection 3 Monitoring Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR)Misc. HUD Programs TA Agoura Hills, CA X
Apple Valley, CA X X X X X
Azusa, CA X
Carson, CA X X X
Clarksville, TN X X X X
Commerce, CA X X
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico X* X X
Corona, CA X X X X X
County of Los Angeles, CA X X
County of Orange, CA X
County of San Bernardino, CA X X
County of Santa Barbara X X X
County of Ventura X X X
Dallas, TX X X
Downey, CA X X X X X
Duarte, CA X X
El Cajon, CA X X X
Fontana, CA X X X X X
Gardena, CA X X X X X X
Goleta, CA X X X
Hawthorne, CA X X X X X
Hesperia, CA X X X X X X
Irvine, CA X X X X X X
King County, WA X
La Habra, CA X X X X
Lancaster, CA X X X X
Los Angeles, CA X X
Miami-Dade County, FL X
National City, CA X X
Palmdale, CA X X X X X X X X
Paramount, CA X X X X X X
Rancho Cucamonga, CA X X X X X
San Dimas, CA X X
San Juan, PR X* X*
Santa Ana, CA X X X X
Santa Barbara County, CA X
Santa Maria, CA X X
State of California X X X
Temecula, CA X X X X X
Upland, CA X X X X X X
Ventura County, CA X X
Victorville, CA X
Walnut, CA X X X
Whittier, CA X X X X
5 Table 1.2: Additional Public Agencies Served Within the Last 5 Years Client
Con Plan/AI/CPPCDBG/HOME Grant ManagementCDBG/ HOME TA Hsg. / Com. Rehab.Hsg. / Com. Rehab. TACARES Act TADBRA and Section 3 Monitoring Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR)Misc. HUD Programs TA Albuquerque, NM X X X
Arecibo, PR X* X*
Baldwin Park, CA X X
County of Allegheny, PA X
County of Henrico, VA X* X*
County of Imperial, CA X
County of Harris, TX X
Detroit, MI X* X*
Fresno, CA X X
Houston, TX X
Kansas City, KS X*
New York City X
Seattle, WA X* X*
State of Iowa X* X* X*
State of New Mexico X X
State of North Dakota X* X*
State of Utah X* X*
Tucson, AZ X* X*
Tulsa, OK X* X*
*Conducted on behalf of HUD
Our firm’s capacity to serve as an extension of client staff—while maintaining strict regulatory compliance and timely program performance—has been a hallmark of MDG’s reputation since 1991. Clients consistently retain MDG over multiple contract cycles, and the firm’s average client tenure exceeds 15 years, reflecting both the quality of our work and the trust we have built with our jurisdictional partners.
HUD Planning and Reporting Documents
MDG is a nationally recognized leader in the preparation of HUD-required planning and reporting documents, including Five-Year Consolidated Plans, Annual Action Plans, Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Reports (CAPERs), Citizen Participation Plans, and Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (AI) / Assessment of Fair Housing (AFH) submissions. MDG has authored more than 70 Consolidated Plans and over 300 Annual Action Plans and CAPERs across the past three planning cycles for jurisdictions ranging from small CDBG entitlement cities to regional HOME Consortia.
Our team has extensive expertise in HUD’s Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS) and the eCon Planning Suite. MDG staff include HUD-designated trainers and beta testers for both DRGR and IDIS and have personally led national webinar training series on these platforms. The firm assists clients in performing setup and configuration of IDIS, entering and revising activities, processing drawdowns, generating PR-series reports, reconciling activity balances, and closing out completed grants and program years.
MDG has also provided national technical assistance, including delivering more than 30 HUDsponsored webinars; developing tutorial videos covering the eCon Planning Suite and CPD 6 Maps; and responding to more than 9,000 grantee Ask-a-Question (AAQ) submissions through the HUD Resource Exchange. MDG staff also provide direct technical assistance to more than 30 state and local government grantees under HUD Community Compass and OneCPD engagements.
Our planning and reporting process integrates data-driven analysis, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory compliance to produce HUD submissions that not only satisfy regulatory requirements but also serve as actionable, locally meaningful policy documents for our clients.
We routinely coordinate with HUD field offices on plan review, conditional approvals, and substantial amendments, and we maintain a strong working relationship with HUD Headquarters in Washington, D.C.
Environmental Review Compliance
MDG provides comprehensive environmental review services in compliance with 24 CFR Part 58 and Part 50. The firm has completed more than 500 environmental reviews over the past five (5) years, including Exempt activities, Categorically Excluded Not Subject to (CENST), Categorically Excluded Subject To (CEST), Environmental Assessments (EA), and Tier I/II across project types including housing rehabilitation, public facilities, infrastructure improvements, affordable housing acquisition and new construction.
Our team coordinates all required federal consultations—including the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), Tribal Historic Preservation Offices, and other federal and state resource agencies—and ensures compliance with related laws and authorities. MDG prepares all required public notices (FONSI, NOI/RROF, Combined), manages the public comment period, and assembles the complete Environmental Review Record (ERR).
By ensuring that environmental clearance is properly sequenced and documented prior to the commitment or expenditure of federal funds, MDG protects our clients against the most common cause of HUD monitoring findings and grant repayment. Our staff is current on the HUD Environmental Review Online System (HEROS) and supports clients in submitting and managing reviews through that platform. We recently worked with HUD Headquarters to develop the Environmental Review Toolkit for use in Enterprise Zones.
Subrecipient Monitoring and Financial Management
MDG assists clients with subrecipient monitoring and financial management in compliance with 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Guidance) and all applicable HUD program rules. Our monitoring activities are based on the client’s adopted risk-assessment methodology and monitoring schedule, and include both desk monitoring and on-site monitoring as appropriate. MDG also drafts and updates risk assessment policies, monitoring instruments, and corrective-action tracking tools for clients that wish to formalize their subrecipient-oversight infrastructure.
Our monitoring services include risk assessments and tiering; monitoring-letter preparation and entrance/exit conferences; review of subrecipient program files for eligibility, national objective, and beneficiary documentation; financial-record analysis and reconciliation to drawdown and 7 reimbursement records; procurement-file and conflict-of-interest review; review of single-audit submissions and follow-up on prior audit findings; issuance of monitoring findings and concerns; and tracking of corrective-action plans through resolution.
In addition, MDG supports financial management activities such as annual budget development and program-year setup in IDIS; drawdown request preparation and review; reimbursement processing; reconciliation of IDIS activity balances against client general-ledger records; preparation of HUD financial reports; and development of the financial sections of the CAPER.
The firm is also available to serve as a fiscal agent or funds-disbursement partner for clients seeking to outsource the cash-management function for one or more grants.
These services align with RFP evaluation criteria related to financial-management capability, accountability for federal funds, and the firm’s demonstrated track record in protecting clients against monitoring findings, questioned costs, and grant-repayment exposure.
COMMUNITY PROJECT FUNDING (CPF) GRANT ADMINISTRATION
MDG administers Community Project Funding (CPF) grants, also known as Congressionally Directed Spending, on behalf of jurisdictions that have received earmarked HUD CPD awards for specific local projects. Because CPF grants are administered by the HUD CPD office and follow many of the same cross-cutting federal requirements as CDBG, MDG’s deep grantsmanagement infrastructure transfers directly to CPF administration, allowing clients to spend down their CPF award on schedule and in full compliance with the executed grant agreement.
MDG’s CPF services include reviewing the executed grant agreement and verifying eligible activities; coordinating with the HUD CPD representative assigned to the grant; preparing the CPF environmental review under 24 CFR Part 58 and securing the Request for Release of Funds (RROF); developing procurement and contract documents that meet 2 CFR Part 200 standards; verifying and monitoring Davis-Bacon labor standards on triggering CPF construction activities; processing drawdowns through DRGR (as applicable); preparing required quarterly and annual performance reports; and closing out the grant upon project completion.
Because CPF awards often cover one-time capital activities such as public facilities, infrastructure, affordable housing development, or service facility construction, careful sequencing of environmental clearance, procurement, and Davis-Bacon labor compliance is essential to keep the project on schedule.
MDG’s integrated team handles all of these functions in house, including environmental review, procurement support, and labor compliance, minimizing handoffs and reducing the risk of delay or noncompliance that can otherwise erode a CPF award’s local impact.
FEDERAL AND STATE LABOR COMPLIANCE MONITORING
MDG provides labor compliance monitoring services for projects subject to the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts, Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968 (24 CFR Part 75), and California state prevailing wage requirements administered by the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR). The firm currently monitors construction activity for 14 jurisdictional clients, 8 covering more than 20 active construction projects with a combined contract value over $103 million, of which 11 are Section 3-covered projects subject to economic-opportunity benchmarks for low- and very-low-income workers.
Our services include review of bid documents and wage determinations; pre-bid and preconstruction conferences with the contractor and subcontractors; verification of wage determinations across applicable trades; weekly certified payroll review and audit; on-site employee interviews and jobsite labor compliance monitoring; tracking of apprenticeship and Section 3 hiring; resolution of wage restitution and back-pay matters; and Section 3 reporting.
Where state prevailing wage applies in addition to Davis-Bacon, MDG performs combined monitoring under both wage standards and coordinates with DIR for project registration, electronic Certified Payroll Reporting (eCPR) review, and resolution of labor-compliance referrals.
By staffing labor compliance with in-house specialists rather than treating it as an ancillary function, MDG protects our clients from costly wage-restitution liability, Section 3 reporting deficiencies, and the project delays that frequently accompany unresolved labor-standards findings. Although our proven systems and LCPtracker™ software make it very difficult for contractors to violate the prevailing wage laws, in the event of a willful violation, our team will provide technical assistance and support to resolve the violations and file the required Section
5.7 Enforcement Reports.
Section 3:
MDG staff is experienced in the implementation of Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968 (24 CFR Part 75), ensuring that employment, training, and contracting opportunities generated by covered projects are directed, to the greatest extent feasible, to lowand very-low-income residents and to the businesses that employ them. For projects meeting the applicable threshold requirements, MDG establishes and tracks Section 3 economicopportunity benchmarks, assists clients and contractors in developing compliant hiring and contracting plans, monitors workforce and subcontracting activity throughout construction, and prepares the documentation and reporting required to demonstrate compliance. By integrating Section 3 oversight with our broader labor compliance monitoring function, MDG helps our clients convert federally funded construction into measurable local economic benefit while avoiding the reporting deficiencies that can jeopardize future funding.
CONSOLIDATED PLAN DEVELOPMENT
MDG is a recognized national expert on the development of HUD-required Consolidated Plans, Annual Action Plans, CAPERs, and Citizen Participation Plans under 24 CFR Part 91. The MDG team has authored more than 70 Consolidated Plans for jurisdictions including individual CDBG/HOME/ESG entitlement cities, urban-county consortia, regional HOME Consortia, State CDBG, and State HOME grantees.
For most of these engagements, MDG has served not only as plan authors but as the ongoing grants management partner, translating the Consolidated Plan’s goals into Annual Action Plans, 9 IDIS setup, project implementation, and annual CAPER reporting. This continuity ensures the Consolidated Plan functions as a living policy framework rather than a one-time compliance document and supports equitable outcomes for people disproportionately affected by housing cost burden, displacement risk, and limited access to opportunity.
Table 1-3: Consolidated Plans
Albuquerque, NM (2018-22)
Apple Valley / Victorville (2022-26) *
Baldwin Park (2010-14; 2015-19, 2020-24)
Clarksville, TN (2025-29)
Compton (2010-14; 2015-19)
Corona (2015-19; 2020-24; 2025-29)
Downey (2020-24; 2025-29)
El Monte (2010-14; 2015-19)
El Cajon (2024-28)
Fontana (2010-14; 2015-19; 2020-24; 2025-29)
Gardena (2026-30)
Hawthorne (2005-10; 2010-14; 2015-19; 2020-24;
2025-29)
Hesperia (2015-19; 2020-24; 2025-29)
Inglewood (2022-26)
Irvine (2010-14; 2015-19; 2020-24; 2025-29)
La Habra (2020-24; 2025-29)
Lancaster (2010-14; 2025-29)
Menifee (2017-21)
Newport Beach (2010-14; 2015-19; 2020-24)
National City (2025-29)
Oceanside (2020-24)
Ontario (2010-14)
Palmdale (2010-14; 2015-19; 2020-24; 2025-29)
Paramount (2012-16; 2017-21; 2022-26)
Redlands (2009-13; 2015-19)
Rialto (2010-14; 2015-19; 2020-24)
Riverside (2010-14)
Rancho Cucamonga* (2020-24; 2025-29)
Santa Ana (2020-24; 2025-29)
Santa Barbara County (2025-29)*
Temecula (2017-21; 2022-26)
Upland (2010-14; 2015-19; 2020-24; 2025-29)
Ventura County (2025-29)*
Whittier (2025-29)
* Regional / HOME Consortia Consolidated Plan
Experience in Community Engagement
Community engagement is the foundation of MDG’s planning work, beginning with a multilayered information-gathering approach, followed by the creation of approachable and flexible spaces for stakeholders to provide honest input, and ending with community-focused public hearings to gain acceptance of the Consolidated Plan. As the primary authors of the HUD Citizen Participation and Consultation Toolkit and the new Citizen Participation & Equitable Engagement (CPEE) Toolkit for CDBG-DR grantees, we have the tools necessary to help communities develop a Consolidated Plan that serves as a roadmap for HUD CPD funds over the next five years. Some of the citizen participation and equitable engagement practices that we utilize include both in-person and remote or virtual strategies, such as:
▪ Stakeholder online surveys.
▪ Onsite community focus groups or meetings.
▪ Onsite consultations with key stakeholders.
▪ Video or phone calls with key stakeholders.
▪ Small- or large-group webinars.
10 HUD FAIR HOUSING PLAN DEVELOPMENT
MDG is a recognized national expert on the development of HUD-required fair housing plans, including the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (AI) and the Assessment of Fair Housing (AFH) under HUD’s Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH) rulemaking. MDG has completed more than 50 AI / AFH submissions for grantees and consortia, in California and across the country.
Our fair-housing work encompasses Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 (the Fair Housing Act), the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and HUD’s evolving AFFH framework. MDG’s AI/AFH submissions integrate demographic and lending-pattern analysis, segregation and R/ECAP mapping, disability- and language-access analysis, and meaningful community engagement with protected-class and historically excluded populations.
The resulting fair-housing goals and metrics are carried forward into the client’s Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plans, and CAPERs, ensuring fair-housing planning translates into operational program decisions rather than remaining an isolated compliance document.
MDG’s experience, capacity, and demonstrated performance across these service areas represent a comprehensive and well-aligned response to the qualifications and experience criteria typically established under HUD Grants Management Requests for Proposals and Qualifications. The firm stands ready to commit the staff, systems, and institutional knowledge needed to deliver compliant, timely, and locally meaningful results.
Table 1-4: Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (AI) Apple Valley/Victorville* (2022)
Baldwin Park (2010; 2015; 2020)
Corona (2015; 2020; 2025)
Compton (2010; 2015)
Downey (2020; 2025)
El Monte (2010; 2015)
Fontana (2010; 2015; 2020; 2025)
Hawthorne (2010; 2015; 2020; 2025)
Hesperia (2015; 2020; 2025)
Irvine (2010; 2015)
Menifee (2017)
La Habra (2020)
Lancaster (2010)
Ontario (2010)
Orange County, CA* (2025)
Palmdale (2010; 2015; 2020; 2025)
Paramount (2012; AFH in 2017; AFH in 2022)
Riverside (2010)
Riverside County (2019)
Rialto (2010; 2015; 2020)
Rancho Cucamonga (2020; 2025)
Redlands (2009)
Santa Barbara County* (2025)
Temecula (AFH in 2017; AFH in 2022)
Upland (2010; 2015)
Ventura County (2025)*
Whittier (2015; 2025)
* Regional/Consortia AI/AFH
11 HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION
MDG has extensive experience in the design, administration, and implementation of housing rehabilitation programs throughout Southern California, including single-family owner-occupied rehabilitation, single-family rental rehabilitation, multi-family rehabilitation, accessibility retrofit (ADA / Section 504), minor home repair, mobile-home repair, and emergency repair. Over the past 5 years, the firm has been implementing and providing technical assistance to 21 cities, counties, and states, covering CDBG, HOME, CDBG-DR, CalHome, PLHA, State HOME, and locally funded rehabilitation activities.
Our typical scope of work includes overall program design and program guideline development; preparation of all program forms, applications, and underwriting documents; applicant intake, eligibility review, and income certification; environmental review and clearance under 24 CFR Part 58; lead-based paint risk assessment for pre-1978 housing; loan underwriting and loan document preparation for programs with a loan component; preparation of work write-ups and bid documents; contractor procurement and bid evaluation; initial, progress, and final inspections; construction management and oversight; review and processing of contractor payment requests; Davis-Bacon labor compliance monitoring on triggering projects; and preparation of regulatory reports to HUD, HCD, and the client jurisdiction.
Over the past five (5) years MDG has completed the rehabilitation of more than 1,500 residential dwelling units across our client cities, with a total construction value of approximately $23 Million.
Current-year volume is projected at 400 units. Representative housing rehabilitation clients include the clients listed in Table 1-5 below.
Table 1-5: Housing Rehabilitation Program Clients
Agoura Hills
Apple Valley
Carson
Corona
Downey*
Fontana
Gardena
Hawthorne*
Hesperia
Irvine
La Habra
Lancaster
Palmdale
Paramount
Rancho Cucamonga*
San Dimas
Upland
Walnut*
Whittier*
State of California – Disaster Recovery Program**
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico**
* Housing rehabilitation services performed by key personnel proposed for this assignment **Staff provides technical assistance on the design and implementation of the Housing Rehabilitation Program under HUD’s Disaster Recovery Program.
MDG’s in-house team includes ICC-Certified Residential Building Inspectors, California LeadRelated Construction–certified construction professionals, HUD-certified Lead-Based Paint Visual Assessors, and Certified Lead Visual Inspectors. This depth of field inspection and code- 12 compliance expertise—paired with senior-level program administration and federal regulatory knowledge—allows MDG to deliver durable, compliant rehabilitation outcomes while protecting the client’s federal funding from environmental, lead-based paint, labor-compliance, or eligibility findings.
Regulatory and Compliance Expertise
MDG possesses extensive expertise in HUD Community Planning and Development (CPD) regulations and related state and federal requirements. Firm leadership and senior staff routinely provide technical assistance and training on behalf of HUD and state agencies, ensuring ongoing familiarity with current guidance and best practices.
This expertise supports:
• Accurate income eligibility determinations;
• Compliant program design and documentation;
• Audit-ready recordkeeping and reporting;
• Effective risk management for participating jurisdictions.
Licenses and Certifications
All of MDG’s Housing Rehabilitation Inspectors hold ICC-Certified Residential Building Inspector Certifications, and all also hold the Certified Lead Visual Inspector certification. In addition, two (2) of our inspectors have obtained the Lead-Based Paint Visual Assessment Certification, and our LeadBased Paint Subject Matter Expert (SME), Juan Rios, holds the California Lead-Related Construction Certification.
MDG Associates, Inc., is a licensed California general contractor (Class B license #1138281).
COMMERCIAL REHABILITATION PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION
MDG has been a long-standing leader in the design and implementation of CDBG-funded commercial rehabilitation and façade improvement programs in Southern California. The firm has supported the rehabilitation of more than 55 commercial buildings over the past five (5) years across five (5) client cities and is currently designing new commercial rehabilitation programs for the Cities of Apple Valley, Carson, Hawthorne, Paramount, and Upland.
Our commercial rehabilitation scope of work includes program design and guideline development tailored to local commercial districts and economic development objectives; coordination with the client’s building and planning departments and historic preservation review where applicable; CDBG National Objective documentation (typically slum/blight on an area or spot basis, or low-/moderate-income jobs); applicant outreach to commercial property owners, business owners, and lessees; eligibility review including verification of business license, property ownership or lease documentation, and project alignment with program objectives; environmental review under 24 CFR Part 58; design coordination with architects, engineers, and designers; preparation of work write-ups and bid documents; contractor procurement and bid evaluation; Davis-Bacon labor compliance monitoring on triggering projects; construction inspection and payment processing; before-and-after photo and valuation documentation; 13 recordation of any applicable covenant or performance agreement; and reporting to HUD via IDIS.
MDG’s commercial rehabilitation approach combines architectural and construction expertise (delivered in-house by senior staff with architectural training and construction management experience) with the regulatory and compliance discipline required for CDBG-funded commercial activities. This integrated approach minimizes hand-offs and reduces the risk of delay or noncompliance that can otherwise erode the local economic impact of a commercial rehabilitation award.
HUD TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND TRAINING
MDG provides technical assistance and training to support effective program implementation.
The firm’s senior staff are nationally recognized subject matter experts who have served as HUDfunded Technical Assistance Providers under Community Compass and the former OneCPD initiative, delivering technical assistance to state and local government grantees across the country.
Training topics include Basically CDBG; HOME and HOME-ARP administration; ESG and Continuum of Care coordination; Consolidated Planning and the eCon Planning Suite; environmental review under 24 CFR Part 58; labor compliance and Section 3; IDIS operations and reporting; CAPER preparation; DRGR for CDBG-DR grantees; fiscal and subrecipient monitoring under 2 CFR Part 200; and CPF / Congressionally Directed Spending administration.
MDG delivers training in both English and Spanish—including direct Spanish-language training and technical assistance to the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and Spanish-speaking subrecipients of California grantees.
As a HUD technical-assistance provider, MDG has supported grantees nationwide in navigating program transitions, responding to HUD monitoring findings, recovering from disasters, and building internal capacity. This national-level perspective is brought to bear on every direct client engagement, ensuring that our jurisdictional clients benefit from leading-practice approaches tested across diverse program environments.
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PROPOSED STAFFING AND MANAGEMENT PLAN
MDG will staff the City of Paramount engagement with a dedicated team of experienced professionals whose individual qualifications and certifications are directly aligned with the scope of services described in this RFQ. Each team member has worked within MDG’s grants management, housing rehabilitation, or labor compliance practice areas for a substantial portion of their career and provided direct services to various HUD grantees. The team will operate as an integrated unit under the direct supervision of Clint Whited, who carries subject matter expertise across every area of the scope of services included in the RFQ.
Project Staffing
The proposed team is organized across three service areas corresponding to the RFQ’s primary program delivery functions:
Grants Management and Planning
▪ Clint Whited, Senior Vice President
▪ Esther Luis, Director
▪ Marc Hughes, Senior Associate (backup for Labor Compliance) Housing and Commercial Rehabilitation Program Implementation ▪ Juan Rios, Vice President – Rehabilitation / Construction (SME, as needed) ▪ Art Casañas, Senior Associate
▪ Miguel Ramirez, Manager (Comercial Rehabilitación Program - SME) ▪ Carlos Rios, Associate
Federal and State Labor Compliance Monitoring
▪ Juan Nuñez, Associate
The team will operate using a coordinated workflow that integrates project management, program administration, and technical support. Routine coordination will occur through regular communication between MDG and City staff, including scheduled check-ins as needed and ongoing availability to respond to emerging issues or time-sensitive requests. MDG’s team is committed to maintaining a high level of responsiveness, with staff available during normal business hours and capable of addressing urgent matters as they arise.
PROJECT TEAM
The Project Team was selected based on the requirements and tasks specified in the RFP. This team is comprised of professionals with subject matter expertise and practitioners with experience in all facets of the services requested under the Request for Qualifications. Additional staff will be available to support with deliverables as required.
Clint Whited | Senior Vice President | Contract Administrator Clint Whited will serve as Contract Manager and will have overall responsibility for contract performance, quality assurance, and adherence to schedules and deliverables. Clint will maintain communication with the City to ensure that priorities are clearly understood and that all services are aligned with the City’s objectives.
Esther Luis | Director | Project Manager
Esther Luis will serve as the City’s primary point of contact and will lead the day-to-day delivery of technical assistance services for all grants and the preparation of plans and reports. She will coordinate ongoing tasks, track deliverables, respond to City requests, and facilitate communication between the City and MDG staff. She will provide the City with an accessible resource for TA delivery, ensuring timely responses and continuity of service for all activities.
Marc Hughes | Senior Associate | Subrecipient Oversight Marc Hughes will assist the Project Manager in overseeing grant subrecipients. He will review and process subrecipient invoices, monitor performance to ensure subrecipients are operating in accordance with their agreements, and confirm that activities align with the proposed goals established for each grant. He will track subrecipient deliverables, identify and help resolve compliance or performance issues and coordinate with Esther Luis to support timely, compliance administration of all subrecipient activities.
Juan Nuñez | Associate | Labor Compliance SME
Juan Nuñez will provide subject matter expertise in federal Davis-Bacon and State labor compliance monitoring for capital improvement projects requiring the payment of prevailing wages. He will lead labor compliance oversight activities, including reviewing certified payrolls, supporting wage interview documentation, monitoring contractor compliance, and maintaining required labor standards records. He will conduct closeout in a timely and compliant manner. 15 PROJECT TEAM
The Project Team was selected based on the requirements and tasks specified in the RFP. This team is comprised of professionals with subject matter expertise and practitioners with experience in all facets of the services requested under the Request for Proposals. Additional staff will be available to support with deliverables as required.
Juan Rios | Vice President | Rehab Programs SME
Juan Rios will serve as Rehabilitation Program Manager and will have overall responsibility for rehabilitation contract performance, quality assurance, and adherence to schedules and deliverables. Juan will maintain communication with the City to ensure that priorities are clearly understood and that all services are aligned with the City’s objectives.
Art Casañas | Senior Associate | Housing Rehab Program Inspector Functions Art Casañas will provide day-to-day inspection services for the CDBG and HOME funded Housing Rehabilitation Program and will provide subject matter expertise for the Programs. Art will conduct property inspections, prepare cost estimates, and develop scopes of work for rehab projects. He will coordinate environmental testing and review contractor bids and verify contractor eligibility. He will conduct progress inspections and review/approve payment requests made by the contractors and record the Notice of Completion.
Carlos Rios | Associate | Housing Rehab Admin Functions Carlos Rios will perform all administrative functions of the HOME and CDBG funded Housing Rehabilitation Program, including applicant intake, performing applicant and property eligibility reviews, preparation of the Tier II environmental reviews, and performing ongoing case file management for each application received. He will coordinate the inspection process with the program inspector and fiscal management for the program.
Miguel Ramirez | Manager | Commercial Rehab Program Administrator Miguel Ramirez will administer the Commercial Rehabilitation Program from intake through closeout. Miguel will conduct eligibility reviews, perform work with the City, applicants, and architects in the preparation of the scope of work. He will prepare the bid documents for bidding and will review bids for cost reasonableness, coordinate selection of the rehabilitation contractor, and ensure the work is performed in accordance with the approved scope and the owner-contractor agreement.
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MDG will utilize established project management practices to track tasks, monitor progress, and ensure timely completion of all assignments. Deliverables will be reviewed internally prior to submission to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable requirements.
This internal quality control process is a key component of MDG’s management approach and helps minimize the risk of errors or compliance findings.
The proposed staffing plan is designed to be flexible and scalable based on the City’s needs.
MDG is able to adjust staffing levels and allocate additional subject matter expert (SME) resources as necessary to accommodate changes in workload, funding levels, or program complexities and priorities. This flexibility allows the City to receive consistent support across a range of activities, from routine program administration to more complex planning or compliance efforts.
All services under this contract will be performed by MDG’s in-house staff. MDG does not propose the use of subcontractors, ensuring clear accountability and consistent service delivery and the proposed key personnel will be available to perform the proposed services for the duration of the contract. This approach allows MDG to maintain direct control over all aspects of the work, including staffing, quality assurance, and client communication.
STAFF QUALIFICATIONS
The following section provides biographical statements for each MDG team member included on the proposed Project Team.
Grants Management and Planning
Clint Whited, Senior Vice President
Clint Whited joined MDG Associates in 2006 and currently serves as Senior Vice President of the Company. With more than 24 years of experience in HUD Community Planning and Development program design, administration, and implementation, Clint focuses on strategic community investment in affordable housing, the development of infrastructure, the coordination of supportive services, and the management of housing programs. His work includes the development of over 50 Consolidated Plans, 160 Annual Action Plans, 29 Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing (AFH) Choice, and two Assessment of Fair Housing (AFH) documents. His work also includes numerous program policy and procedure documents to facilitate the implementation of the housing and community development projects resulting from these plans.
Clint is currently responsible for the management and implementation of CPD programs for a number of cities in Southern California. He served as Working Group Lead for the California Department of Housing and Community Development’s Disaster Recovery Multifamily Housing Programs, committing over $285 million in CDBG-DR funds to 26 cities and counties for the development of more than 2,000 affordable housing units. 18 He has co-led HUD’s “Basically CDBG” live trainings and contributed to HUD’s online e-learning curriculum on CDBG. Across multiple southern California cities, he helped program over $50 million in CDBG-CV and ESG-CV resources during the COVID-19 response.
Prior to joining MDG, Clint was a Contract Compliance Specialist for the Los Angeles County Community Development Commission, the second largest Urban County CDBG program in the nation. His responsibilities included contract development and monitoring the implementation of CDBG funded activities implemented by participating cities and non-profit organizations. His work with the Urban County included the development of labor standards policies and procedures covering the Davis-Bacon Act, and Minority and Women’s Business Enterprise.
Clint holds a Bachelor of Science in Public Policy and Management from the University of Southern California’s Sol Price School of Public Policy. He is a Certified HOME Program Regulations Specialist and holds a Lead-Based Paint Visual Assessment Certification.
Esther Luis, Director
Esther Luis joined MDG Associates in 2000 and serves as Director on the Grants Management team. She brings more than 28 years of experience administering HUD CPD programs, with a primary focus on the day-to-day management and implementation of CDBG, HOME, and ESG programs for local government clients.
Using the Neighborly grants management platform, Esther supports the full program lifecycle, from award through closeout. Her responsibilities include preparing and implementing Annual Action Plans, developing program guidelines, policies, and procedures, and managing citizen participation documentation. She also oversees activity eligibility and National Objective compliance, sets up and manages activities in HUD’s Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS), prepares drawdown requests, and reconciles IDIS balances with client general ledger records. In addition, she manages subrecipient and public service agency oversight, including risk assessments, monitoring plans, desk and on-site reviews, findings and concerns, and corrective action tracking through resolution. Her work also includes procurement and contract compliance under 2 CFR Part 200 requirements, oversight of labor standards enforcement for the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts (DBRA) and Section 3, program income and loan portfolio tracking, coordination of the annual single audit, and preparation of the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER). Esther serves as a primary contact for assigned clients and works directly with HUD field office staff to resolve compliance issues, process amendments, and support overall program performance.
Before joining MDG, Esther administered HUD grant programs for the Los Angeles County Development Authority at the county level.
She holds a B.A. in Sociology with a concentration in Business Administration from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).
19 Marc Hughes, Senior Associate
Marc Hughes joined MDG Associates, Inc. in 2018 and serves as a Senior Associate on the Grants Management team. He brings more than eight (8) years of experience administering HUD programs, with a focus on the day-to-day implementation of federal grants, including CDBG subrecipient oversight and monitoring performed under the direction of the project manager.
Using the Neighborly grants management platform, Marc supports the full program lifecycle for assigned subrecipients under the direction of the project manager. His responsibilities include subrecipient application and eligibility reviews (e.g., NOFA responses), applicant and eligibility review including income determinations, and the provision of direct technical assistance to subrecipients and beneficiaries regarding their applications. He reviews subrecipient payment requests and Quarterly Performance Reports, reviews invoices for compliance with applicable requirements (e.g., subrecipient agreement provisions and the financial management and procurement requirements at 2 CFR Part 200), and reconciles client accounting records with the Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS).
Marc also continues to support MDG’s labor compliance team as needed. He previously led the company’s labor compliance and Section 3 monitoring program for more than six years, covering both California prevailing wage requirements and the federal Davis-Bacon and Related Acts (DBRA). In that capacity he implemented monitoring strategies to guide cities and contractors through federal and state labor compliance regulations, ensured contractors and subcontractors were informed of reporting requirements during pre-bid and pre-construction meetings, and reviewed certified payroll to confirm that all workers were paid prevailing wages as established by the regulatory agencies.
Marc has a A.S. from Mount San Antonio College, in Walnut, California.
Housing and Commercial Rehabilitation Program Implementation Juan Rios, Vice President – Rehabilitation Programs
Juan Rios joined MDG Associates in 1993 and currently serves as Vice President with primary responsibility for the firm’s housing rehabilitation and commercial rehabilitation practices. With more than 34 years of experience in the design, administration, and implementation of residential and commercial rehabilitation programs, Juan combines architectural design expertise, construction management capability, and HUD program compliance knowledge.
As Vice President, he oversees the entire team associated with MDG’s housing and commercial rehabilitation programs, directing both the administrative and field inspection functions of those programs. As a subject matter expert in all aspects of rehabilitation and construction, he provides training and guidance to staff on all rehabilitation matters, ensuring consistent quality and compliance across every engagement.
Juan also performs the day-to-day administration and inspection of owner-occupied housing rehabilitation programs funded through CDBG, HOME, and similar federal and state sources.
Using the Neighborly grants management platform, Juan’s responsibilities include program marketing and outreach, application intake and eligibility determination (including income 20 verification, ownership and occupancy documentation, and National Objective compliance), coordination of environmental reviews and State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) consultations, and preparation of loan and grant documents including owner participation agreements, promissory notes, deeds of trust, and covenants. Juan also manages performance and fiscal tracking through the Neighborly program management platform, monitors program budgets and expenditures, processes contractor payment packages, conducts initial and progress inspections, and coordinates project closeout including file completion, affordability covenant recordation (if applicable), and required reporting.
Prior to joining MDG, Juan worked with UDI Development (1991–1993) and Arte & Espacio Architects (1988–1991), where he developed his architectural design and construction documentation expertise.
Juan holds a BS in Architecture from Universidad ITESO in Guadalajara, México. He maintains an ICC Residential Building Inspector Certification, a Construction Estimating Certification, a California Lead Related Construction Certificate, a HUD Visual Lead Assessment Certification, a Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) credential from NAHB, and California Notary Public certification. Juan is bilingual in English and Spanish.
Art Casañas, Senior Associate
Art Casañas joined MDG Associates in 2003 and serves as a Senior Associate on the Rehabilitation Programs team. He has more than 23 years of experience administering housing and commercial rehabilitation programs, with a primary focus on the day-to-day implementation of CDBG, HOME, and state-funded programs.
Art specializes in field inspections and technical oversight for owner-occupied housing and commercial rehabilitation programs funded through CDBG, HOME, and similar federal sources.
Using the Neighborly grants management platform, he conducts initial property inspections, prepares internal cost estimates, and develops detailed work write-ups and rehabilitation scopes of work. His responsibilities also include coordinating required lead-based paint, asbestos, and radon testing in accordance with applicable federal regulations, including 24 CFR Part 35 and HUD lead-safe housing requirements; reviewing contractor bids for cost reasonableness; and verifying contractor eligibility through the California State License Board (CSLB) and the federal System for Award Management (SAM). He also leads pre-construction conferences with homeowners and selected contractors, performs progress inspections tied to payment milestones, and records the Notice of Completion following final inspection and project closeout.
Art also provides inspection and technical oversight for housing rehabilitation activities funded through State of California HCD programs, including CalHome, PLHA, and State HOME. His responsibilities follow the same inspection lifecycle from initial assessment and cost estimate, scope of work development, hazardous materials oversight, contractor screening, preconstruction conferencing, progress inspections, and Notice of Completion while incorporating state-specific construction standards, inspection documentation requirements, and HCD program guidelines. He ensures that all inspection records and field documentation are complete, consistent, and audit-ready to support state reporting and program compliance. 21 He holds a B.S. in Business Administration with a concentration in Information Technology from California State University, Fullerton. He is also a certified Building Inspector and holds a LeadBased Paint Visual Assessment certification.
Miguel Ramirez, Manager
Miguel Ramirez joined MDG Associates in 2003 and serves as a Manager on the Housing and Commercial Rehabilitation team, where he is the subject matter expert for the Commercial Rehabilitation Program. He brings more than 28 years of experience administering housing and commercial rehabilitation programs funded through CDBG, HOME, and state and local sources.
His primary focus is the day-to-day administration of the Commercial Rehabilitation Program, and he also administers owner-occupied housing rehabilitation programs to which he is assigned.
Miguel administers the entire Commercial Rehabilitation Program from intake through closeout.
Using the Neighborly grants management platform, his responsibilities include applicant and property eligibility review, conducting initial and progress inspections, and preparing detailed scopes of work for the rehabilitation work. He reviews contractor bids for cost reasonableness, coordinates the selection of the rehabilitation contractor, and ensures that the selected contractor performs the work in accordance with the approved scope of work and the agreement between the property owner and the contractor. He conducts progress inspections tied to payment milestones and performs the final inspection prior to project closeout.
Miguel also administers and performs inspections for owner-occupied housing rehabilitation programs funded through CDBG, HOME, and State of California HCD programs. Over his career he has supported the rehabilitation of more than 800 dwelling units across multiple jurisdictions.
His responsibilities follow the standard rehabilitation lifecycle, from developing program guidelines and conducting initial and progress inspections to preparing scopes of work, guiding applicants through contractor procurement, reviewing contractor payment requests, and closing out projects with the filing of a Notice of Completion, ensuring that all inspection records and field documentation are complete, consistent, and audit-ready to support program compliance.
Miguel currently serves as Project Manager for the City of Irvine Residential Rehabilitation Program (120+ homes in Irvine; 800+ homes total across his career) and the City of Palmdale construction management and labor compliance portfolio, as Program Manager for the City of Paramount Commercial Rehabilitation Program (20+ rehabilitated commercial buildings), and as lead compliance consultant for Davis-Bacon labor compliance on the City of Hawthorne street improvement projects.
Prior to joining MDG, Miguel worked with the City of Lawndale (2001–2003) and the City of La Puente (1998–1999), giving him direct experience on the municipal side of housing program implementation.
He holds a B.S. in Urban and Regional Planning from California Polytechnic University, Pomona, and an A.S. in Architectural Design from Long Beach City College. He holds a Lead-Based Paint Visual Assessment Certification, is a Certified Lead Visual Inspector, and is a commissioned Notary Public.
22 Carlos Rios, Associate
Carlos joined MDG Associates, Inc. in 2023 as an Associate supporting the HUD CPD team in performing research and preparing maps/graphics for the Five-Year Consolidated Plans. He has also been responsible for the preparation of public facing documents meeting ADA and 508 compliance in accordance with federal and state regulations. He is part of the Housing Rehabilitation team performing administrative functions for the Housing Rehabilitation Programs funded with HUD resources, including CDBG and HOME. Carlos has been effective in assisting program managers and senior staff with the day-to-day administrative functions necessary to successfully implement housing rehabilitation programs for municipalities.
Carlos' primary focus is the day-to-day administration of owner-occupied housing rehabilitation programs funded through CDBG, HOME, and similar federal sources. Using the Neighborly grants management platform, Carlos' responsibilities include program marketing and outreach, application intake and eligibility determination (including income verification, ownership and occupancy documentation, and National Objective compliance), coordination of environmental reviews and State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) consultations, and preparation of loan and grant documents including owner participation agreements, promissory notes, deeds of trust, and covenants. He also manages performance and fiscal tracking through the Neighborly program management platform, monitors program budgets and expenditures, processes contractor payment packages, and coordinates project closeout including file completion, affordability covenant recordation (if applicable), and required reporting.
Carlos also supports the administration of housing rehabilitation programs funded through State of California HCD programs, including CalHome, the PLHA, and State HOME. Administrative responsibilities are adapted to meet state-specific underwriting criteria, assistance limits, loan terms, deed restriction and covenant recordation requirements, and HCD reporting obligations. He assists clients in coordinating documentation and eligibility requirements where state and federal funding sources are layered on a single project, ensuring consistency in file compliance across all applicable program rules.
He holds a B.A. in Graphic Design from the La Salle University, Cancun, Mexico.
Federal and State Labor Compliance Monitoring
Juan Nuñez, Associate
Juan Nunez joined MDG Associates in 2024 and serves as an Associate on the Labor Compliance team. His primary focus is the day-to-day administration and enforcement of the federal and State labor compliance requirements for capital improvement projects.
Juan’s primary focus is the administration and enforcement of federal labor standards requirements under the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts (DBRA), the Copeland Anti-Kickback Act, and the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act (CWHSSA) as applied to HUD Community Planning and Development funded construction activities. Using the LCP Tracker platform, His responsibilities include reviewing the bid documents and providing required language and forms to the client for incorporation into the bid document including the applicable 23 federal wage determination(s). Additional responsibilities include screening contractors and subcontractors for debarment through the System for Award Management (SAM), conducting the labor standards portion of pre-bid and pre-construction conferences, reviewing weekly certified payroll reports for accuracy (DOL Form WH-347) through the LCP Tracker and reviewing for accuracy and completeness, conducting on-site employee interviews, calculating and pursuing wage restitution where underpayments are identified, and preparing labor standards monitoring reports and corrective action documentation. He also prepares and submits the required HUD Semi-Annual Labor Standards Enforcement Report and maintains complete, auditready labor compliance files for each covered project from contract execution through closeout.
His responsibilities also include the data collection, reporting and monitoring of the Section 3 requirements.
Juan also administers labor compliance requirements under California's prevailing wage law for public works projects funded through State HCD programs. Responsibilities include verifying contractor and subcontractor registration with the California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR), ensuring compliance with apprenticeship requirements under applicable DAS 140 and DAS 142 standards, reviewing electronic certified payroll reports (eCPR) submitted through the DIR's online system, conducting on-site interviews, calculating penalties under California Labor Code §1775 where violations are identified, and coordinating with the Labor Commissioner as needed. He assists client jurisdictions in meeting both state and federal labor compliance obligations on projects where funding sources are layered, ensuring consistent enforcement and documentation across all applicable requirements.
24 3 APPROACH - METHODOLOGY
APPROACH
MDG proposes to provide service on-site and remotely as required by the City. We anticipate becoming an extension of City staff and would provide flexible scheduling to meet the needs of City staff. In addition, we would make ourselves available to attend City Council meetings as requested by staff. We will make ourselves available during non-scheduled hours should the need arise. On days that we are in attendance at the City, we will meet with City staff to discuss the progress of the program and issues concerning the program.
Methodology
Recognizing the importance of administering the City of Hawthorne’s CDBG, HOME, and related programs as effectively and efficiently as possible, MDG will begin each contract year with a thorough review of program guidelines, eligible activity designs, and current HUD regulatory requirements to ensure every recommendation is grounded in current CPD policy. With 40 years of experience administering federal, state, and local grant programs, MDG brings proven systems, documentation standards, and institutional knowledge that will demonstrate compliance and minimize risk at every stage of program delivery.
To promote efficiency and compliance across all programs, MDG will structure program administration, document management, and reporting workflows using the Neighborly grants management platform. Neighborly provides MDG with a centralized system for application intake, eligibility determination, document collection, project tracking, and reporting eliminating paper-based processes and providing City staff with real-time visibility into program status.
MDG will provide the City’s representative with comprehensive monthly reports covering the programmatic and financial status of each grant-funded program, including accomplishments for the prior month and cumulative year-to-date totals. Our goal is to ensure City staff and consultants are always informed and aligned through proactive communication and access to live program data via the Neighborly platform facilitating the City’s ability to monitor contract performance as required.
CDBG & HOME Program Administration
CDBG program administration will encompass the full lifecycle of program delivery in compliance with 24 CFR Part 570, including: annual eligibility analysis and national objective documentation for each funded activity; environmental review compliance under 24 CFR Part 58; activity setup, management, and drawdown processing in HUD’s Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS); preparation and submission of the Annual Action Plan and any required amendments; preparation of the Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER); financial management, cost tracking, and program income monitoring; subrecipient agreement development and ongoing monitoring; Citizen Participation Plan implementation; and MBE/WBE 25 and Section 3 reporting. MDG will maintain a complete and audit-ready program file for each activity and will provide the City with current status and expenditure reports on a monthly basis.
HOME program administration will be conducted in compliance with 24 CFR Part 92, covering activity setup and drawdowns in IDIS; income certification and household eligibility determination; property standards and value limits compliance; HOME match tracking and documentation; CHDO set-aside monitoring and reporting; preparation of HOME-specific performance reports; and long-term affordability period monitoring for assisted units. MDG will serve as the City’s primary liaison to HUD’s Los Angeles CPD Field Office for all CDBG and HOME compliance matters, and will proactively identify and address any performance or expenditure threshold issues to protect the City’s entitlement status.
Housing & Commercial Rehabilitation Program
MDG will administer the City’s Housing and Commercial Façade Rehabilitation programs from initial intake through project closeout. Program administration includes application processing, eligibility determination, loan and grant documentation, bid preparation and review, contractor compliance, inspection coordination, and final project records. MDG’s activity delivery approach is designed to achieve the maximum number of completed projects within program year timelines.
Davis-Bacon Labor Compliance & Section 3
MDG will provide full Davis-Bacon and Related Acts (DBRA) labor standards compliance services, including pre-construction conferences, certified payroll review, on-site employee interviews, and corrective action follow-up for each applicable project. MDG will also monitor and report on Section 3 requirements, ensuring the City fulfills its obligations for employment and contracting opportunities for low-income residents and businesses.
Consolidated Plan Documents
Upon the City’s direction, MDG will prepare the Five-Year Consolidated Plan, Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (AI), Citizen Participation Plan (CPP), and Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Plan. These documents will be developed through a community engagement process and in full compliance with current HUD guidance, with final deliverables provided in advance of required submission deadlines.
26 4 REFERENCES
CLIENT REFERENCES
The following list represents MDG client references for the performance of similar tasks and grants management. Additional references are available upon request.
CLIENT PROJECT DESCRIPTION DURATION
City of Irvine
Sarah Escobedo, Management
Analyst II
1 Civic Center Plaza,
Irvine, CA 92606
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: (949) 724-7447
Administered the CDBG, HOME, and ESG
Programs; Administered the CDBG and HOME
funded Residential Rehabilitation Program and
Home Improvement Loan Program;
Administered the CDBG-CV, HOME-ARP, and
ESG-CV Programs; Annual Plans and CAPERs.
Prepared Five-Year Consolidated Plan for 2010-
2014; 2015-2019; 2020-2024; 2025-2029.
2001
to
Present
City of Fontana
Valerie Gonzales, Housing
Development Manager
8353 Sierra Avenue
Fontana, CA 92335
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: (909) 350-6625
Implemented the CDBG, HOME, and ESG
Programs; Implemented the CDBG funded
Housing Rehabilitation and Lead Hazard
Reduction Programs; Implemented the CalHome
Mobile Home Rehabilitation Program; Annual
Plans and CAPERs.
Prepared Five-Year Consolidated Plan for 2010-
2014; 2015-2019; 2020-2024; 2025-2029.
2010
to
Present
City of Upland
Diane Cotto, Housing Manager
460 N. Euclid Avenue
Upland, CA 91786
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: (909) 931-4146
Assisted the City in the administration and
implementation of federally and state funded
grant funds for CDBG, CDBG-CV, NSP, and
other federal grants. Also provided day-to-day
administration for the City’s Housing
Rehabilitation and Commercial Rehabilitation
Programs funded by CalHome and successor
agency funds, as well as administration for
Community Project Funds (CPF) and other
economic development programs.
Prepared the Five-Year Consolidated Plan and
Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice
for 2010-2014; 2015-2019; 2020-2024; 2025-
2029.
2004
to
Present
City of Lancaster
Cindy Valdivia, Analyst, Energy &
CDBG Programs
44933 Fern Avenue
Lancaster, CA 93534
E-mail:
[email protected]
Phone: (661) 723-6181
Administered the CDBG and HOME Programs;
Administered / implemented the CDBG funded
Housing Rehabilitation Program; Administered /
Implemented the HOME-ARP and CDBG-CV
Programs; Prepared Annual Plans and CAPERs.
Prepared Five-Year Consolidated Plan for 2025-
2029.
2022
to
Present
Exhibit Organization Chart A
ORGANIZATION CHART
Housing / Rental Assist. Staff
• Sr. Director (1)
• Director (2)
• Manager (1)
• Senior Associate (1)
• Associate (1)
• Sr. Analyst (1)
President - CEO
Rudy Muñoz
Chief Financial Officer
Guadalupe Muñoz
Admin Division Staff
• Accountant
• Finance Analyst
• Secretary
Grants Mgmt. / Nat’l TA
Clint Whited – Sr. VP
Afford. Housing Programs
Chris Andrews - VP
Rehab / Const. Mgmt.
Juan Rios – V.P.
Rehab / Const. Mgmt. Staff
• Director (1)
• Manager (2)
• Senior Associate (3)
• Associate (2)
Grants Mgmt. / Technology
David Muñoz, VP
Grant Management Staff
• Sr. Director (3)
• Director [3]
• Manager (7)
• Senior Associate (2)
• Associate (2)
IT Division
• IT Manager (1)
• IT Associate (2)
IT Division Staff
44 Total Staff Members
Exhibit City Required Forms B
Federal Lobbyist Certification
City of Paramount CDBG/HOME Consulting Services
PROJECT NAME
COMPANY NAME
COMPANY ADDRESS
EMPLOYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER DUNS NUMBER
Acting on behalf of the above named firm, as its Authorized Official, I make the following Certification to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the body awarding this federally assisted construction contract:
1. No Federal appropriated funds have been paid by or on behalf of the above named firm to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the awarding of any Federal contract, the making of and Federal grant, loan or cooperative agreement, and any extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification thereof, and;
2. If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee or any agency, a Member of Congress an officer or employee of Congress or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal contract, grant loan, or cooperative agreement, the above named firm shall complete and submit Standard Form-LLL, “Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying”, in accordance with its instructions, and;
3. The above name firm shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award documents for all sub-awards at all tiers (including subcontracts, sub-grants, and contracts under grants, loans, and cooperative agreement) and that all sub-recipients shall certify and disclose accordingly.
This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into the transaction imposed by Section 1352 Title 31, U. S. Code. Any person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure.
NOTE: The penalty for making false statements in offers is prescribed in 18 U.S.C. 1001.
AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL NAME AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL TITLE/CAPACITY
AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL SIGNATURE DATE
MDG Associates, Inc. 10722 Arrow Route, Suite 822, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 01-0573113 HBNPP3386UJ3 Rudy Munoz President 6/1/2026 MBE/WBE Information Form
THIS FORM MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS FOR
THIS FEDERALLY-FUNDED CONTRACT OPPORTUNITY
CDBG/HOME Consulting Services
DATE PROJECT NAME
BUSINESS NAME PHONE
BUSINESS ADDRESS
TYPE OF FIRM:
(Check One and Provide Information)
Individual Name of Owner
Corporation State of Incorporation:
Partnership Indicate General “G”, Limited “L”:
Name of Partners:
Joint Venture Joint Venture Participants:
Number of year(s) firm has been in business under present ownership:
OWNERSHIP DEMOGRAPHICS:
(Provide the number of owners by category and the percentage of ownership interest of those individuals by category) Black Hispanic Alaskan Native/
American Indian
Asian/
Pacific Islander White Women
Number
% of Assets
Owned
OWNERSHIP INFORMATION:
(List each owner of the firm that has 5 percent or more of the shares in the firm) Name Race Sex Years of
Ownership
Ownership
Percentage
Voting
Percentage
I certify that the information provided herein is true and correct.
Federal EIN:
DUNS Number:
SIGNATURE DATE
6/1/2026 MDG Associates, Inc. (909) 476-9696 10722 Arrow Route, Suite 822, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 California 1 100 Rudy Munoz W M 35 100 100 01-0573113 6/1/2026 HBNPP3386UJ3 ✔ 27 5 BUDGET PROPOSAL
BUDGET PROPOSAL
Based on the proposed scope of work represented in the City’s RFP, LDM Associates, Inc. proposes to bill on a time-and-materials basis, unless noted otherwise, for the actual level of effort required to perform and complete the scope of work, based on the attached 5-Year Rate Schedule (Table 5-1).
Table 5-1: Rate Schedule – 5 Year Schedule (Hourly Rates) Team Member Title
PY
2026-27
PY
2027-28
PY
2028-29
PY
2029-30
PY
2030-31
PY
2031-32
President/Sr. Exec.
Vice-President $179.00 $184.00 $190.00 $196.00 $202.00 $208.00 Vice-President $169.00 $173.00 $179.00 $185.00 $191.00 $197.00 Senior Director $163.00 $167.00 $172.00 $177.00 $183.00 $188.00 Director $158.00 $162.00 $167.00 $172.00 $178.00 $183.00 Deputy Director $142.00 $146.00 $151.00 $156.00 $161.00 $166.00 Manager $127.00 $130.00 $134.00 $138.00 $143.00 $147.00 Deputy Manager $120.00 $123.00 $127.00 $131.00 $135.00 $139.00 Senior Associate $114.00 $117.00 $121.00 $125.00 $129.00 $133.00 Associate $103.00 $106.00 $110.00 $114.00 $118.00 $122.00 Senior Analyst $84.00 $86.00 $89.00 $92.00 $95.00 $98.00 Analyst $79.00 $81.00 $84.00 $87.00 $90.00 $93.00
Secretary $56.00 $58.00 $60.00 $62.00 $64.00 $66.00
Program year is defined as July 1 to June 30 of the following year.
To: Honorable City Council
From: John Moreno, City Manager
By: John King, AICP, Planning and Building
Director
Date: June 23, 2026
SUBJECT: WORLD ENERGY/ALTAIR COMMUNITY BENEFITS AGREEMENT
YEAR FOUR SPENDING PLAN
BACKGROUND
This item is a request for approval for the Year Four spending plan for the World Energy/AltAir Community Benefits Agreement (CBA).
In April 2022, the City Council approved the World Energy/AltAir refinery conversion project (an amendment to Conditional Use Permit No. 757) to allow for the increased production of renewable jet and diesel fuel and ending the processing of petroleum-based products at the refinery. Approval of the refinery conversion project included a minimum five-year Community Benefits Agreement (CBA) with World Energy/AltAir contributing up to $1 million per year.
On March 28, 2023, the City and AltAir Paramount, LLC formalized the CBA. The agreement includes a provision that sales tax generated from the Paramount facility be offset from the annual $1 million contribution. This point-of-sale offset is defined as an amount equal to the total sales tax received by the City as a direct result of AltAir designating the City as AltAir’s point of sale for fuel sales.
The Finance Department conservatively estimates an offset of $303,200 this upcoming fiscal year. As such, the $1 million contribution would be reduced to $696,800.
On June 9, 2026, the City Council continued the agenda item to the June 23, 2026 City Council meeting. The additional time provides further opportunity for the City and World Energy/AltAir to discuss the proposed spending plan in accordance with Section 2.4 (Proposed Projects) of the CBA. Additionally, changes to the spending plan were necessary to align the CBA-funded programming with the programming budgeted in the final Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget that the City Council approved and adopted on June 9, 2026.
DISCUSSION
For Year Four of the CBA, City staff is proposing programs that will be administered by the Community Services Department, Planning and Building Department, Public Safety Agenda Report June 23, 2026
WORLD ENERGY/ALTAIR CBA YEAR FOUR SPENDING PLAN Page 2
Department, and Public Works Department. One expense – Holiday Lighting and Decorations – is part of the Community Promotion budget.
Programs and projects include Downtown holiday lighting and decorations, a community garden consultant, Friday Night Paramount, a 1660 Adult Recreation event, day camp supplies, Paramount Teen Leadership Alliance (PTLA) supplies, PTLA scholarship, Summer Day Camp excursion, free swim, youth sports registration, Paramount High Intensity Training (PHIT) and yoga instruction, Adaptive Recreation excursion, Paramount Education Partnership (PEP) excursion transportation, Day Camp excursion transportation, and senior special event. Other programs include the Earth Day event, Alley Beautiful Program, Garage Door Replacement, Homeless Count, and Neighborhood Preservation (ACTION).
The table below details the entire list of proposed programs and projects and the budget amount for each.
Description Proposed
Budget FY27
Holiday Lighting & Decorations (CP) $ 220,500
Community Garden Consultant (CS) $ 17,000
Friday Night Paramount Event (CS) $ 17,000
1660 Adult Recreation Event (CS) $ 15,000
Day Camp Supplies (CS) $ 9,000
PTLA Supplies (CS) $ 6,000
PTLA Scholarship (CS) $ 3,000
Summer Day Camp Excursion (CS) $ 10,000
Free Swim (CS) $ 30,000
Youth Sports Registration (CS) $ 30,000
MLC Program Supplies (CS) $ 5,000
Adaptive sports instructor (CS) $ 13,000
PHIT & Yoga Instructor (CS) $ 18,000
Adaptive Recreation Excursion (CS) $ 20,000
Senior Special Event (CS) $ 20,000
Day Camp Excursion Transportation (CS) $ 3,000
PEP Excursion Transportation (CS) $ 1,000
Earth Day Event (PW) $ 10,000
Alley Beautiful Program (PB) $ 127,300
Garage Door Replacement (PB) $ 30,000
Homeless Count (PS) $ 42,000
Neighborhood Preservation (ACTION) (PS) $ 50,000
Total Funding $ 696,800
Agenda Report June 23, 2026
WORLD ENERGY/ALTAIR CBA YEAR FOUR SPENDING PLAN Page 3
In accordance with the CBA, on or before August 31, World Energy/AltAir will conduct an accounting of point-of-sale offsets for the preceding fiscal year and determine the amount remaining to satisfy the annual contribution for the previous fiscal year. The City will confirm the accounting, and World Energy/AltAir will then remit the balance to the City.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no impact to the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget, as these programs have been budgeted.
VISION, MISSION, VALUES, AND STRATEGIC OUTCOMES
The City’s Vision, Mission, and Values set the standard for the organization, establish priorities, uniformity, and guidelines; and provide the framework for policy decisionmaking. The Strategic Outcomes were implemented to provide a pathway to achieving the City’s Vision. This item aligns with Strategic Outcome No. 2: Community Health - Provide diverse recreational and cultural amenities that support healthy lifestyles and a sense of community; No. 5: Attractive and Well-Maintained Infrastructure - Develop and maintain City-owned infrastructure, parks, facilities, and amenities that enhance quality of life and the attractiveness of the community; and No. 6: Efficient, Effective, and Fiscally Responsible - Deliver an efficient and effective City government in a fiscally responsible, transparent and collaborative manner.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
Approve the Year Four spending plan for the World Energy/AltAir Community Benefits Agreement.
To: Honorable City Council
From: John Moreno, City Manager
By: John King, AICP, Planning and Building
Director
Date: June 23, 2026
SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1219, AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PARAMOUNT, APPROVING ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 42, ADDING DEFINITIONS TO
SECTION 17.04.010, AMENDING SECTION 17.60.030(A), AND ADDING CHAPTER 17.18 (TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVE
DESIGN STANDARDS) TO TITLE 17 OF THE PARAMOUNT MUNICIPAL
CODE, AND MAKING A FINDING OF EXEMPTION UNDER THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
BACKGROUND
This item is a request to approve an ordinance adding definitions to Section 17.04.010, amending Section 17.60.030(A), and adding Chapter 17.18 (Transit-Oriented Development Objective Design Standards) to Title 17 of the Paramount Municipal Code.
In late 2025, Governor Newsom signed Senate Bill (SB) 79 into law. SB 79, which takes effect on July 1, 2026, requires certain cities and counties to approve increased housing density near transit by introducing new development standards for residentially and commercially zoned properties near defined Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) stops. SB 79 includes regulations for housing density (homes per acre) and height.
SB 79 requires cities to implement new zoning conditions that allow properties within 200 feet, one quarter-mile, and one half-mile from a qualified transit station to be developed at a maximum density and height, whether or not the city’s existing zoning is at that level of permissiveness.
Paramount has two planned light rail stations – Paramount/Rosecrans and the I-105/CLine – that qualify under SB 79. Although light rail service is not expected for at least 10 more years, SB 79 contains provisions that include planned stations.
The following map shows the approximate locations of the areas impacted by SB 79. The precise locations are presently subject to change by the Southern California Association of Governments.
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The following information details the allowable density and height under SB 79:
DISCUSSION
Proposed Ordinance
While cities cannot change the State-established TOD zoning which takes effect on July 1, 2026, SB 79 allows a city to enact an ordinance that includes objective development standards, conditions, and policies applying to transit-oriented housing developments.
The proposed ordinance adds the following to the Municipal Code:
• Includes definitions for terms not previously defined. • Notes plans and diagrams required for an application submittal to determine eligibility and Code compliance.
• Requires design elements such as a private entry feature such as a stoop, covered porch, or forecourt for ground-floor housing units.
• Sets parking location and size requirements for projects that include parking. • Wall material requirements and prohibitions.
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• Architecture requirements to ensure the outside of a building has articulation (to avoid massive, flat walls).
• Window requirements.
• Exterior material minimum requirements.
• Paving standards.
• Amenity minimums.
• Requirements to screen mechanical equipment.
• Lighting requirements.
• Trash/recyclable storage requirements.
The City Attorney has reviewed the ordinance and recommends approval.
SB 79 Analysis
SB 79 requires such an ordinance to be supported “by a preponderance of evidence to not physically preclude, alone or in concert, the applicable housing development standards of Section 65912.157” of the California Government Code. To ensure SB 79 meets this requirement, the City prepared an analysis that is included. The ordinance includes a formal finding that the analysis demonstrates by a preponderance of evidence that the ordinance does not physically preclude, alone or in concert, the applicable housing development standards of Government Code Section 65912.157. A copy of the ordinance and the analysis will be provided to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) within 60 days of enactment.
Environmental Assessment
This ordinance is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant Government Code Section 65912.160(c)(2), which states that zoning ordinance that implement SB 79 and may include may include objective development standards, conditions, and policies, applying to transit-oriented housing developments shall not be considered a project under CEQA, and pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) which is the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment and CEQA does not apply where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity may have a significant effect on the environment.
FISCAL IMPACT
None.
VISION, MISSION, VALUES, AND STRATEGIC OUTCOMES
The City’s Vision, Mission, and Values set the standard for the organization, establish priorities, uniformity, and guidelines; and provide the framework for policy decisionmaking. The Strategic Outcomes were implemented to provide a pathway to achieving the City’s Vision. This item aligns with Strategic Outcome No.
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1: Safe
Community - Provide a safe place to live, work, and visit; and No. 6: Efficient, Effective, and Fiscally Responsible - Deliver an efficient and effective City government in a fiscally responsible, transparent and collaborative manner.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
Read by title only, waive further reading, introduce Ordinance No. 1219, and place it on the July 14, 2026 agenda for adoption.
CITY OF PARAMOUNT
LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
ORDINANCE NO. 1219
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PARAMOUNT, APPROVING ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT
NO. 42, ADDING DEFINITIONS TO SECTION 17.04.010, AMENDING SECTION 17.60.030(A), AND ADDING CHAPTER 17.18 (TRANSITORIENTED DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVE DESIGN STANDARDS) TO TITLE 17 OF THE PARAMOUNT MUNICIPAL CODE, AND MAKING A
FINDING OF EXEMPTION UNDER THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PARAMOUNT DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Purpose and Findings. The City Council finds and declares as follows:
A. California Constitution Article XI, Section 7, enables the City of Paramount (“the City”) to enact local planning and land use regulations; and B. The authority to adopt and enforce zoning regulations is an exercise of the City’s police power to protect the public health, safety, and welfare; and C. The City desires to ensure that development occurs in a prudently effective manner, consistent with the goals and objectives of the General Plan as updated and adopted by the City Council on August 7, 2007 and reasonable land use planning principles; and
D. The Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on May 6, 2026 at which time it considered all evidence presented, both written and oral, and at the end of the hearing voted to adopt Resolution No. PC 26:016, recommending that the City Council adopt this Ordinance; and E. The City Council held a duly noticed public hearing on this Ordinance on June 9, 2026, at which time it considered all evidence presented, both written and oral.
SECTION 2. The Recitals set forth hereinabove are true and correct and incorporated herein by reference as if fully set forth herein.
SECTION 3. Definitions. The following provisions of Section 17.04.010 (Definitions) of Title 17 of the Paramount Municipal Code shall be added to read as follows:
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Articulation. Changes in building massing or architectural details that occur in the horizontal or vertical direction of a building frontage.
Exterior insulation and finish system (or EIFS). A non-load bearing building cladding system that provides exterior walls with an insulated, water-resistant, finished surface.
Forecourt. An open court in front of a building.
Paseo. A pedestrian access way connecting streets, plazas, alleys, public parks, and other existing and future public spaces abutting or within a premises.
Photometric plan. A point by point lighting calculation drawing that shows how light is distributed across a defined area and includes the intensity and location of lighting.
Porch, covered. A covered area adjoining an entrance to a building and usually having a separate roof.
Stepback. Any portion of the upper floor or floors that must be horizontally recessed from the main wall of a building frontage.
Stoop. A raised platform that serves as an entrance to a building, may be roofed, has no supporting posts, and is not enclosed.
Transit-oriented development (TOD) project. A residential or mixed-use development proposed and/or constructed within one-half mile distance of an existing or planned transit station or stop identified in a region’s federally or state-mandated transportation improvement program (TIP) that is served by any of the following: light rail or heavy rail, high frequency or very high-frequency commuter rail, or eligible bus service, which means a bus stop adjacent to a full-time dedicated transit lane and the average bus service intervals across the combined morning and afternoon peak periods is 15 minutes or less.
SECTION 4. Section 17.60.030(A) of the Paramount Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
A. Prior to the issuance of a building permit for any building or structure, the site of which is within the R-2 (Medium Density Residential), R-M (Multiple Family Residential), PD-PS (Planned Development with Performance Standards), C-3 (General Commercial), C-M (Commercial-Manufacturing, M-1 (Light Manufacturing), or M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing) zone, within the central business district, for transit-oriented development (TOD) projects within one-half mile of a transit station as specified by Chapter 17.18, or within a specific plan area that specifies Development Review Board review, to determine whether the application thereof meets the conditions for ORDINANCE NO. 1219
approval as set forth in this chapter, except that building permit issuance may be granted without Development Review Board approval if one or more of the following conditions apply.
1. When the requested building permit is for security purposes or is to correct a safety hazard threatening life or property, including fire damage, and when time is of the essence in making such remedial corrections.
2. Approval of the Development Review Board shall not be required for interior modifications requiring building permits or for residential patio covers.
3. Administrative approval of building additions shall be limited to additions of 15% of the existing gross floor area of the building to which the addition is to be added.
4. Approval of the Development Review Board shall not be required for attached additions to single-family dwellings which are situated in the R-2, R-M, or PD-PS zones, Clearwater Specific Plan area, North Paramount Gateway Specific Plan area, where the single-family dwelling unit with the proposed addition occupies such a percentage of the lot area that construction of additional units on the lot is not possible.
5. Approval by the Development Review Board shall not be required for residential or mixed-use projects that qualify under State or City regulations regarding Objective Design Standards. At the discretion of the Planning and Building Director, qualifying residential or mixeduse projects in the R-2, R-M, PD-PS zones and specific plan areas may be reviewed by the Development Review Board on an advisory basis.
SECTION 5. Chapter 17.18 is hereby added to the Paramount Municipal Code to read as follows:
“Chapter 17.18”
TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVE DESIGN STANDARDS
17.18.010 Purpose and applicability.
A. This chapter establishes objective design standards for all qualifying multiple-family residential and mixed-use projects proposed on properties subject to Government Code Sections 65912.155 through 65912.162.
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Specifically, these regulations apply to transit-oriented development (TOD) projects within one-half mile of a transit station, as defined in Government Code Section 65912.156, inclusive of any properties for which a specific plan has been approved pursuant to Government Code Sections 65450 through 65457. The purpose is to provide measurable, objective design standards that will result in quality development in circumstances in which state law limits the City of Paramount's enforcement of design standards to objective standards or where state law or the Municipal Code require a ministerial approval process.
B. These design standards are additive to the development standards that apply to the zoning classification in which property is located, as well as the standards related to residential building height, residential density, residential floor area ratio (FAR), and average unit size limitations established in Government Code Sections 65912.155 through 65912.162.1.
C. Where property is located within an adopted specific plan, the applicable regulating plan, frontage classifications, height standards, and other development standards shall apply in addition to this Chapter. In the event of a conflict between a specific plan and this Chapter, the more restrictive standard shall apply unless otherwise expressly stated in the specific plan or otherwise authorized by Government Code Sections 65912.155 through 65912.162.1.
D. Notwithstanding the provisions below, the standards in this Chapter do not apply where they conflict with or physically preclude, alone or in concert, the applicable housing development standards of Government Code Section 65912.157.
17.18.020 Site planning.
A. Requirements for development plan.
The development plan submitted with the required application shall clearly demonstrate compliance with this Chapter and any applicable specific plan.
The development plan shall include:
1. A site plan identifying building placement, ground-floor use allocation, active frontage areas, public and private open space, paseo connections, parking configuration, mobility facilities, service areas, lighting, signage, drainage, and landscaping.
2. A frontage diagram identifying required commercial frontages, pedestrian priority streets, and residential frontages, as applicable.
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3. A massing diagram demonstrating compliance with applicable height tiers and required stepbacks.
4. A circulation diagram identifying pedestrian, bicycle, vehicular, and service access routes.
B. Site layout.
1. Buildings adjacent to a public street or paseo shall have primary entrances oriented toward that frontage and provide direct pedestrian access to the public sidewalk or paseo.
2. Along designated primary streets and transit corridors in the Clearwater Specific Plan, ground-floor commercial or active uses shall occupy not less than 70 percent of the street-facing building façade.
3. A minimum of 70 percent of a primary street frontage shall be occupied by building façade. Surface parking shall not be located between a building and a primary street frontage.
4. Development located within one-quarter mile of a rail station shall incorporate a publicly accessible pedestrian connection to the station or designated mobility corridor.
C. Ground-floor residential units.
1. Ground-floor residential units located along a public street shall incorporate individual unit entrances facing the street, except where located on designated required commercial frontages.
2. Each ground-floor residential unit shall include a private entry feature such as a stoop, covered porch, or forecourt.
3. Stoop or covered porch elevations shall be raised a minimum of 18 inches and a maximum of 42 inches above adjacent sidewalk grade.
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4. A minimum setback of five feet shall be provided between the sidewalk and the primary residential façade where ground-floor residential fronts a public street, unless located along a designated required commercial frontage.
D. Public plazas and paseos. Public plazas or paseos, where required by the Clearwater Specific Plan or other regulatory documents, shall:
1. Have a minimum overall width of 12 feet;
2. Provide a minimum clear pedestrian pathway of eight feet;
3. Be open to the sky;
4. Provide seating, shade, and pedestrian lighting; and
5. Connect to public sidewalks or adjacent development parcels.
E. Parking, driveways, and pedestrian paths.
1. Location and design.
a. Parking, where provided, shall be underground, wrapped within a structure, or located at the rear of the site.
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b. Surface parking, where provided, between a building and a primary street frontage shall be prohibited.
2. Size of parking spaces. Where parking spaces are provided, the following development standards shall apply.
a. Each off-street parking space shall have an area not less than 180 square feet exclusive of drives or aisles, and a width of not less than nine feet. Each such space shall be provided with a minimum of 25 feet space for a vehicle to enter and exit the parking space, and the parking space shall be improved as provided in Section 17.44.490 of the Paramount Municipal Code.
b. If either of the lengthwise sides of any parking space immediately abuts a fence, wall, building or other structure, then the space shall be 10 feet wide; if both lengthwise sides of any space immediately abut a fence, wall, building or other structure, then the space shall be 11 feet wide.
c. Compact automobile parking spaces shall not be less than eight feet in width or 16 feet in depth. The total number of compact parking spaces shall not exceed 25% of the required number of parking spaces. Individual spaces shall be
identified by a sign located at the front of each space. Several spaces located in a common area shall be identified with adequate signing.
2. Driveways.
a. Driveways shall be located on secondary streets or alleys unless, as determined by the Planning and Building Director, no other feasible location can be achieved.
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b. Curb cuts along designated pedestrian priority streets, as identified in the Clearwater Specific Plan or other regulatory document, are prohibited unless, as determined by the
Planning and Building Director, no other feasible location can be achieved.
c. Ground-floor residential units shall not have vehicular garage access doors directly facing a primary pedestrian street, as identified in the Clearwater Specific Plan or other regulatory document, except for townhouse-style units on local streets not designated as pedestrian priority streets.
d. Driveway widths shall comply with Section 17.44.480.
3. Pedestrian paths.
a. Pedestrian pathways shall connect building entrances, parking areas, open spaces, and transit access points.
b. Paving materials within pedestrian paths shall be visually distinct from vehicular areas.
c. Pedestrian paseos shall have a minimum overall width of 12 feet and a minimum clear width of eight feet, unless otherwise required for emergency access.
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d. Paseos and courtyards shall incorporate decorative paving distinct from adjacent drive aisles. Decorative paving
includes, but is not limited to, textured stone, brick pavers, clay or ceramic pavers, precast concrete pavers, treated wood, and composite decking materials. Stamped asphalt
shall not qualify as decorative paving.
4. Structured Parking Screening. The following standards shall apply where a parking structure is provided.
a. Above-grade parking levels visible from a public street shall be screened with liner units, architectural panels, or
perforated metal screens.
b. Screening shall achieve a minimum of 60 percent opacity.
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5. Bicycle parking.
a. Short-term bicycle parking shall be located within 50 feet of the primary building entrance.
b. Long-term bicycle parking shall be located in a secured and weather-protected area.
F. Walls and fences.
1. Walls or fences within required front setbacks shall not exceed 42 inches in height and shall consist of at least 50 percent transparent materials.
2. Security fencing adjacent to rail corridors shall comply with rail operator requirements and incorporate additional landscape buffers where feasible.
3. Blank walls along public streets exceeding 15 linear feet are prohibited.
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4. Retaining walls visible from the public right-of-way and exceeding 30 inches in height shall incorporate decorative treatment and landscaping. Decorative treatment shall mean materials with a textured surface, including but not be limited to variegated block, split face block, burnish block, slump block, and breeze block.
5. The use of chain link fencing materials and barbed wire are prohibited.
17.18.030 Architecture.
A. Massing and articulation.
1. The maximum length of any single uninterrupted building mass shall not exceed 150 feet without a minimum 10-foot horizontal or vertical articulation break.
2. Buildings longer than 100 feet shall incorporate vertical articulation at intervals not exceeding 40 feet.
3. Building façades shall include vertical articulation such as pilasters, recesses, façade offsets, or material shifts at intervals not exceeding 30 feet in horizontal length.
4. Any façade facing a public street, plaza, or paseo shall not run in a continuous plane of more than 30 feet without at least two architectural treatments per floor, including balconies, recesses, material changes, or façade offsets. Changes in plane shall be a minimum of 18 inches in depth.
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B. Stepbacks and height transitions.
1. Buildings exceeding five stories in height shall incorporate upper level stepbacks of at least 15 feet along a minimum of 80 percent of the façade along primary streets and transit corridors.
2. Buildings exceeding 65 feet in height shall provide an additional stepback of at least five feet for every additional 15 feet of building height.
3. Upper stories shall step back a minimum of 10 feet from primary pedestrian streets where building height exceeds 55 feet.
C. Podium and tower form. Where buildings exceed four stories in height, the following shall apply.
1. Podium-style buildings shall clearly differentiate the base, middle, and top through material changes, façade articulation, or cornice treatments.
2. A podium base shall be defined by a horizontal articulation line located between the third and fifth stories.
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3. Towers above a podium, where exceeding 75 feet in height, shall maintain a minimum separation of 40 feet from other towers on the same site.
D. Entries.
1. Primary residential lobbies shall be directly accessible from a public street or publicly accessible paseo.
2. Residential lobby entrances shall include weather protection projecting a minimum of four feet.
3. Pedestrian entries shall be recessed a minimum of three feet from the façade plane.
4. Ground-floor commercial tenant spaces shall provide individual entrances at intervals not exceeding 75 feet.
E. Ground-floor residential entries.
1. Ground-floor residential entries shall be clearly identifiable through architectural features such as projecting stoops, covered porches, entry recesses, or individual address numbers visible from the street.
2. Ground-floor residential entries shall be spaced at intervals not exceeding 40 feet along public streets unless grouped in clusters of two or more units sharing a common entry court.
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F. Windows.
1. Ground-floor commercial façades shall provide a minimum of 65 percent transparency between two and 10 feet above grade.
2. Required commercial frontage shall provide a minimum of 60 percent transparency between two and eight feet above grade. Tinted or reflective glazing shall not be permitted on required commercial frontage.
3. Upper-story residential façades shall provide a minimum of 30 percent transparency.
4. Ground-floor residential units facing a public street shall provide a minimum of 35 percent transparency between two and eight feet above grade.
5. Where ground-floor residential units are located within 10 feet of a public sidewalk, windows shall incorporate one or more of the following privacy treatments:
a. Raised sill height of at least 30 inches above finished floor. b. Landscaping within the setback.
c. Decorative metal railing, with decorative meaning coated and/or painted metals but not including aluminum.
d. Translucent lower window glazing.
6. Windows shall be recessed a minimum of two inches from the exterior wall plane.
7. Exterior security bars are prohibited.
G. Roofs.
1. Flat roofs shall include a parapet or cornice at least six inches in depth.
2. Rooftop mechanical equipment shall be fully screened from public view and set back at least 15 feet from primary façades.
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H. Materials and colors.
1. A combination of at least two and no more than four exterior materials shall be used on each façade.
2. Materials shall wrap building corners a minimum of two feet.
3. Changes in material shall occur at inside corners or through defined trim elements.
I. Prohibited materials.
1. The following building materials are prohibited:
a. Vinyl siding.
b. Aluminum siding.
c. Mirrored glass.
d. Corrugated metal panels as a primary façade material. e. Exposed concrete block along primary pedestrian streets.
Acceptable concrete block materials include any with a
textured surface, including but not limited to variegated block, split face block, burnish block, slump block, and breeze block.
Where used, such materials shall not extend more than four feet from the base of the ground floor.
2. Use of Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) and synthetic stucco is limited to upper stories above the primary street wall and shall not exceed 30 percent of any façade facing a primary street.
17.18.040. Street interface.
A. Relationship to public areas.
1. Pedestrian pathways shall connect the public sidewalk to all primary building entries.
2. Sidewalks and paseos along primary streets shall provide a minimum unobstructed pedestrian width of 10 feet.
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B. Weather protection.
1. Buildings along commercial frontages shall provide a continuous awning or canopy covering at least 50 percent of the frontage length.
2. Awnings and canopies shall maintain a minimum clearance of eight feet above sidewalk grade.
C. Blank walls.
1. Blank wall segments exceeding 20 feet in length along a public street are prohibited.
2. Where blank walls are unavoidable due to utility or structural constraints, they shall incorporate decorative treatment, public art (in compliance with Chapter 17.112 of the Paramount Municipal Code), green wall systems, or equivalent façade articulation. Decorative treatment shall mean materials with a textured surface, including but not be limited to variegated block, split face block, burnish block, slump block, and breeze block.
D. Relationship to adjacent properties.
1. Where a TOD project abuts a lower-density residential zone, any portion of the building exceeding 45 feet in height shall be set back an additional 10 feet from the property line.
2. A minimum six-foot-wide landscaped buffer shall be provided along shared property lines with lower-density residential zones.
3. Windows and balconies located within 30 feet of a property line abutting a lower-density residential zone shall incorporate privacy treatments.
4. Upper-story residential windows located within 15 feet of a side property line abutting a lower-density residential zone shall incorporate obscured glazing or maintain a minimum sill height of 42 inches.
17.18.050. Landscaping.
A. Planting areas.
1. A minimum of 15 percent of the total site area shall be landscaped.
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2. At least one 24-inch box canopy tree shall be provided for every 1,500 square feet of lot area.
3. Street-facing setback areas shall be fully landscaped.
B. Ground-floor residential frontages. Ground-floor residential frontages shall incorporate foundation planting within required setbacks consisting of:
1. Shrubs spaced at a minimum of 24 inches on center;
2. At least one accent tree per 30 linear feet of frontage; and
3. A decorative paving transition between the public sidewalk and private entry. Decorative paving includes, but is not limited to, textured stone, brick pavers, clay or ceramic pavers, precast concrete pavers, treated wood, and composite decking materials.
Stamped asphalt shall not qualify as decorative paving.
C. Shade.
1. Open space areas shall provide shade coverage for at least 30 percent of seating areas.
2. Surface parking areas shall provide tree canopy coverage over at least 50 percent of paved areas at maturity.
D. Hardscape and paving.
Permeable paving shall be used in at least 25 percent of hardscaped open space areas.
E. Compliance with Water-Efficient Landscape Provisions.
Landscaping and irrigation shall comply with Chapter 17.96 of the Paramount Municipal Code.
17.18.060. Amenities, service, and back of house.
A. Amenities.
1. Minimum amenity requirement. Residential and mixed-use projects shall provide a minimum number of common amenities based on lot size:
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Lot Size Minimum Number of Amenities
Over 40,000 sf 5
20,000-40,000 sf 4
Less than 20,000 sf 3
2. Ground-floor residential private patios or stoops shall not count toward the minimum common amenity requirement.
3. Qualifying amenities. Qualifying amenities may include, but are not limited to:
a. Rooftop deck
b. Public plaza
c. Community room
d. Co-working space
e. Fitness center
f. Pool or spa
g. Community garden
h. Outdoor kitchen or barbecue area
i. Children’s play area
j. Common security camera system with livestream and
recording access available to all residents
4. Common open space configuration.
a. Common open space areas shall have a minimum dimension of 15 feet in any direction.
b. At least 50 percent of required common open space shall be contiguous.
5. Rooftop amenities. Rooftop common open space shall include shade structures covering at least 25 percent of the seating area.
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B. Utilities and mechanical equipment.
1. Rooftop mechanical equipment shall be fully screened from public view and set back at least 15 feet from primary façades. Screening shall extend to the height of the equipment.
2. Ground-mounted mechanical equipment shall:
a. Be screened from public view;
b. Be located at least 10 feet from pedestrian paths; and c. Not be located between the building and a primary street.
3. Utility areas and equipment shall not be located within any required active frontage areas or required common or private open space areas.
C. Lighting.
1. Pole-mounted pedestrian light fixtures shall not exceed 20 feet in height.
2. Pedestrian pathways shall be illuminated at intervals not exceeding 50 feet.
3. Lighting shall be shielded to prevent light spillover onto adjacent properties.
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D. Loading zones, loading docks, and service areas.
1. Provisions shall be made onsite for short-term loading zones for pedestrians and deliveries to residents.
2. Loading docks and service areas, when required, shall not face primary streets or primary pedestrian streets.
3. Loading bays shall be screened from view by landscaping or architectural treatment.
4. Loading docks adjacent to residential zones shall incorporate soundattenuating walls.
E. Accessory dwelling units (ADUs).
Accessory dwelling units are permitted and shall comply with all requirements of Chapter 17.104 of the Paramount Municipal Code.
F. Short-term rentals.
No dwelling units in whole or in part shall be rented for a term shorter than 30 consecutive calendar days.
G. Facilities for nonorganic recyclable materials, organic waste, and solid waste.
A TOD project shall comply with Chapter 17.118 of the Paramount Municipal Code regarding receptacles, storage, and facilities for waste.” SECTION 6. Compliance with SB 79 Standards. Pursuant to Government Code Section 65912.160, the City caused to be prepared an analysis demonstrating that the development standards, conditions, and policies set forth in this Ordinance do not physically preclude, alone or in concert, the applicable housing development standards of Government Code Section 65912.157. The analysis is set forth in a memorandum prepared by MIG Planning Consultants dated June 9, 2026, which is incorporated herein by this reference. The City Council finds that the memorandum demonstrates by a preponderance of evidence that this Ordinance does not physically preclude, alone or in concert, the applicable housing development standards of Government Code Section 65912.157. A copy of this Ordinance and the memorandum shall be provided to the California Department of Housing and Community Development within 60 days of enactment.
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SECTION 7. California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). This ordinance is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant Government Code Section 65912.160(c)(2), which states that zoning ordinance that implement SB 79 and may include may include objective development standards, conditions, and policies, applying to transit-oriented housing developments shall not be considered a project under CEQA, and pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) which is the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment and CEQA does not apply where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity may have a significant effect on the environment.
SECTION 8. Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase in this ordinance or the application thereof to any person or circumstance is for any reason held invalid, the validity of the remainder of the ordinance or the application of such provision to other persons or circumstances shall be adopted thereby. The City Council hereby declares it would have passed this ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, or phrases or the application thereof to any person or circumstance be held invalid.
SECTION 9. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect thirty days after its adoption, shall be certified as to its adoption by the City Clerk, and shall be published as required by law, together with the names and members of the City Council voting for and against the Ordinance.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Paramount this __ day of ____ 2026.
Brenda Olmos, Mayor
ATTEST
Heidi Luce, City Clerk
1 MIG San Diego Office
401 W. A Street, Suite 200
San Diego, CA 92101
Tel. (626) 744-9872
D R A F T
Memorandum
TO: John King, AICP, Planning and Building Director
City of Paramount
FROM: Laura Stetson, AICP
Allison Cook, AICP
DATE: June 9, 2026
SUBJECT: TRANSIT ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVE DESIGN STANDARDS This memorandum has been prepared to demonstrate that the City’s Transit Oriented Development Objec�ve Design Standards (TOD ODS) comply with California Government Code Sec�ons 65912.155 – 65912.162 (SB 79 Abundant and Affordable Homes Near Transit Act and AB 2011 Affordable Housing and High Road Jobs Act of 2022), as well as other Government Code provisions that streamline housing development.
A summary of how the TOD ODS are consistent with these Government Code sec�ons is provided below, followed by a table that lists each standard or group of standards, along with findings documen�ng consistency.
1. The standards are objective and uniformly measurable.
The TOD ODS are specific to provide clarity and avoid subjectivity. Where appropriate, numeric or measurable standards are provided. The numeric standards can be uniformly verified using a standard benchmark (e.g., width in feet). In other cases, numeric standards are not included, as the goal is to provide flexibility to developers in implementing the requirements. Additionally, some standards offer choices in how they may be implemented. In these cases, any choice within the larger parameters provided is acceptable.
An example of an objective, numeric, and uniformly measurable standard is the following:
2 17.18.020(C)(4): A minimum setback of five feet shall be provided between the sidewalk and the primary residen�al façade where ground-floor residen�al fronts a public street, unless located along a designated required commercial frontage.
The required minimum size of five feet is identified, as is the precise location between the sidewalk and primary residential façade.
The following example standard illustrates flexibility:
17.18.020(C)(2): Each ground-floor residen�al unit shall include a private entry feature such as a stoop, covered porch, or forecourt.
The requirement is for a private entry feature for ground floor residential units—specific to residential dwellings and those located on the ground floor only. Acceptable options are listed, including a stoop, covered porch, or forecourt. However, this standard does not limit the options to those listed, as the language “such as” is used. Therefore, a developer could provide another type of entry feature. The minimum size and dimensions of the private entry feature are not prescribed, allowing for developer preference. This is an example of a standard that is nonconstraining in terms of precise type of entry and size, thereby providing flexibility in design, construction, and cost.
2. The standards do not physically preclude SB 79 development capacity, including required height, density, and floor area ratio (FAR).
The TOD ODS standards avoid building articulation, façade treatment, and requirements for building material types that would materially increase construction costs or reduce achievable residential floor area. Options to achieve building articulation include shifts in building materials in addition to façade plane modulation or recesses, that latter of which could decrease building footprint, albeit minor (see Section 17.18.030(A)(3)).
Numeric standards are at the lower ranges of what is commonly found in development. For example, a five-foot setback between a public sidewalk and residential façade is a relatively small distance. Often, such setbacks are 10 to 15 feet minimum. Building stepbacks apply only in limited circumstances where their benefits are critical, such as buildings over five stories fronting primary streets. Most of the standards do not affect building footprint or building square footage at all.
Examples are standards for windows, roofs, materials and colors, street interfaces, many of the site planning standards, and several massing and articulation standards.
In many cases, more than one standard can be met by a single implementation method. For example, the requirement for a 15 percent minimum percent landscaping onsite (Section
17.18.050(A)(1)) can include the required five-foot setback between the sidewalk and residential 3 façade notes above. In this way, some standards are not cumulative and would minimize areas not allocated for building development.
As noted in Item 1 above, options and flexibility built into the TOD ODS would allow developers to select the best approach to meeting a standard, including the goal of achieving the development capacity provided in Government Code Sections 65912.155 – 65912.162. Another important flexible standard pertains to common space amenities. Sections 17.18.060(A)(1)-(5) offer a variety of options to meet the standard, including outdoor and indoor spaces and rooftops, the latter of which does not decrease building footprint. Additionally, the required size of the amenity varies based on lot size, so it is proportionate to the site area and equitable.
Government Code Section 65912.157(c) reads, “A local government may s�ll enact and enforce standards, including an inclusionary zoning requirement that do not, alone or in concert, prevent achieving the applicable development standards of subdivision (a).” Provisions in the TOD ODS under Section 17.18.010 (Purpose and applicability) ensure that no physical preclusion of SB 79 standards for height, density, and FAR listed in Government Code Section 65912.157(a).
TOD ODS Section 17.18.010(B) states: “These design standards are addi�ve to the development standards that apply to the zoning classifica�on in which property is located, as well as the standards related to residen�al building height, residen�al density, residen�al floor area ra�o (FAR), and average unit size limita�ons established in Government Code Sec�ons 65912.155 through 65912.162.1.”
Section 17.18.010(D) states: “Notwithstanding the provisions below, the standards in this Chapter do not apply where they conflict with or physically preclude, alone or in concert, the applicable housing development standards of Government Code Sec�on 65912.157.” The TOD ODS do not include height, density, and FAR standards. Rather, the standards dictating development capacity are in the underlying zone. Both TOD ODS Sections listed above would preclude use of the zoning height, density, FAR, and any other development requirements if they prohibit a development project from meeting the development capacity prescribed in Government Code Sections 65912.155 – 65912.162.
Additionally, development standards of the underlying zone, such as setbacks, may be modified through the discretionary process of a Variance pursuant to Zoning Code Section 17.48.010, or through concessions or waivers as part of State Density Bonus Law. A lot may be merged with another to create a larger site to design a more feasible development that complies with zoning standards.
3. The standards are otherwise consistent with Government Code Section 65912.155- 65912.162 and promote streamlining housing development. 4 The TOD ODS would not conflict with any other provisions of Government Code Section 65912.155 through 65912.162 (SB 79 and AB 201), most of which do not address development capacity such as that provided in Section 65912.157(a). In addition to Government Code Sections 65912.155 – 65912.162, Sec�ons 65589.5 (Housing Accountability Act) and 65913.4 (SB 35 Streamlined Ministerial Approval) promote streamlining of housing development. Because the TOD ODS provide objec�ve and clear design standards that eliminate the need for City discre�onary review of projects, are reasonable (i.e., not excessive), and offer flexibility to developers in how to meet the standards, they will assist in streamlining housing development review and approval. With flexibility, a developer can select the best approach for the site, given design and cost op�ons, promo�ng project feasibility. See examples provided in Items 1 and 2 above.
Additionally, TOD ODS Section 17.18.020(E) pertaining to parking explicitly states that the parking standards only apply where parking is provided. Therefore, the TOD ODS do not require parking when exempted by Government Code Section 65863.2 (AB 2097).
4. The standards advance legitimate design or public welfare objectives that do not conflict with state housing law.
The TOD ODS aim to promote public health, safety, and welfare by providing well-designed residen�al development, encouraging pedestrian orienta�on, improving streetscape quality and urban design, and ensuring compa�bility with adjoining development. The standards further promote pedestrian access to transit from residen�al development by providing onsite pedestrian ameni�es and safe linkages to public sidewalks.
The TOD ODS are intended to regulate the form, appearance, and site design of development without reducing the residen�al densi�es and intensi�es authorized by State law. Specific provisions are incorporated to ensure that the height, FAR, and densi�es provided by Government Code Sec�on 65863.2(a) are allowed, as noted above in Item 3. 5 SECTION TITLE/SUBJECT CONSISTENCY WITH SB 79
17.18.020 Site Planning
A. Requirements for development plan
A.1 to 6 Requirements for development plan applica�on
submitals.
Applica�on submital requirements are the same those
for other MFR and MU projects in the City, and
therefore reasonable.
B. Site layout
B.1 Primary entrances oriented to adjacent public
street/paseo with direct pedestrian access.
Enhances pedestrian orienta�on and circula�on
consistent with ADA. Because it only addresses
entrance orienta�on, it would not decrease
developable area.
B.2 Ground floor commercial or ac�ve uses along
primary streets and transit corridors in the
Clearwater Specific Plan shall occupy at least
70% of street-facing building façade.
Enhances pedestrian orienta�on. Does not specify
minimum area square foot requirements for such uses
and does not decrease developable area. The
Clearwater Specific Plan, which allows residen�al and
mixed-use development, is within ¼ and ½ mile of the
transit sta�on service area but represents a small
por�on of the total area near the sta�on.
B.3 At least 70% of a primary street frontage shall
be building façade, with no surface parking
between the building and frontage.
Enhances pedestrian orienta�on and encourages urban
environment. Iden�fying where surface parking is
prohibited would not decrease developable area. This
standard applies only where parking is provided.
Parking is not required if exempted by State law (Govt.
Code Sec.65863.2).
B.4 Development within ¼ mile of a rail sta�on shall
include a publicly accessible pedestrian
connec�on onsite.
Enhances pedestrian orienta�on and circula�on
consistent with ADA and does not decrease developable
area.
C. Ground floor residential units
C.1 Ground floor residen�al units along noncommercial public street frontages shall have street facing entrances.
Enhances pedestrian orienta�on. Because it only
addresses which frontage of the building entrances can
be located, it would not decrease developable area.
C.2 to 3 Ground floor residen�al units shall have a
private entry feature, such as a stoop, covered
porch, or forecourt. Stoop and covered porch
shall be raised 18-24 inches above the adjacent
sidewalk grade.
Improves urban design, as well as pedestrian
orienta�on and ameni�es. Because no minimum
dimensions are required, this standard offers flexibility and would not significantly reduce developable area.
C.4 Minimum 5-foot setback required between the
sidewalk and primary residen�al façade where
ground floor residen�al fronts a noncommercial public street.
Provides for public health and safety from residences to roadways. The size of the setback is minimal and only
applies along non-commercial public streets, thereby
not significantly decreasing developable area.
D. Public plazas and paseos
D.1 to 5 Public plazas or paseos, where required by the Clearwater Specific Plan or other City regulatory
document, shall have a minimum overall width
of 12 feet; minimum 8-foot pedestrian path; be
open to the sky; provide sea�ng, shade, and
pedestrian ligh�ng; and connect to public
sidewalks or adjacent development.
Enhances urban design and provides pedestrian
ameni�es, including circula�on. The dimensions are
minimal, thereby not significantly decreasing
developable area.
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E. Parking, driveways, and pedestrian paths
E.1 Parking shall be underground, wrapped within a
structure, or at the rear of the site. Surface
parking is not allowed between a building and a
primary street frontage.
Flexibility in parking type is provided. The prohibi�on on placing surface parking between a building and
primary street frontage is for pedestrian-orienta�on
purposes, only applies to primary street frontages, and does not affect the amount of developable area.
Surface parking is permited at the rear of the building.
This standard applies only where parking is provided.
Parking is not required if exempted by State law (Govt.
Code Sec.65863.2).
E.2.a. to c. Specify parking space and drive aisle minimum dimensions, consistent with the Zoning Code.
Compact spaces are not to exceed 25% of the
required number of parking spaces.
The dimensions specified are consistent with Citywide
provisions. Compact spaces are allowed to provide
flexibility and minimize the necessary size of parking
areas but are not allowed beyond 25% to reflect typical vehicle size. This standard applies only where parking is provided. Parking is not required if exempted by State
law (Govt. Code Sec.65863.2).
E.3.a. Driveways are required to be on secondary
streets or alleys unless the City Planning and
Building Director determines there are no other
feasible loca�ons.
Provides efficient and safe traffic circula�on and offers an exemp�on if infeasible. The driveway access loca�on
does not affect amount of developable area. This
standard applies only where driveways are required.
Driveways to access parking may not be required if
parking is exempted by State law (Govt. Code
Sec.65863.2).
E.3.b. Prohibits curb cuts on designated pedestrian
priority streets, as iden�fied in the Clearwater
Specific Plan or other City regulatory document
unless the City Planning and Building Director
determines there are no other feasible
loca�ons.
Provides efficient and safe traffic and pedestrian
circula�on and offers an exemp�on if infeasible. Does
not affect amount of developable area. The applica�on
of this standard is limited in area to only in the
Clearwater Specific Plan or in another City regulatory
document where pedestrian priority streets are
designated.
E.3.c. Vehicular garage access doors facing a primary
pedestrian street, as iden�fied in the
Clearwater Specific Plan or other City regulatory
document, are not allowed for ground floor
residen�al units.
Enhances urban design and encourages pedestrian
orienta�on on primarily pedestrian streets. Provides
efficient and safe traffic and pedestrian circula�on.
Affects placement of garage door access, and not the
amount of developable area. This standard applies only
where parking is required and garages are proposed.
Such garages may not be required if parking is
exempted by State law (Govt. Code Sec.65863.2).
E.3.d. Driveway widths shall comply with the
provisions of Zoning Code Sec�on 17.44.480.
In the Zoning Code, driveway widths in residen�al zones range from 9 feet for up to 4 units, 12 feet for over 4 units, and 16 feet for over 4 units with two-way ingress and egress. In MFR zones, ingress and egress to offstreet parking facili�es shall not exceed a width of 26 feet. The driveway widths are reasonably dimensioned
and not excessive, and in the case of MFR, the driveway width is limited in size. Allows for site access and does not significantly affect amount of developable area. This 7 SECTION TITLE/SUBJECT CONSISTENCY WITH SB 79
standard applies only where driveways are required.
Driveways to access parking may not be required if
parking is exempted by State law (Govt. Code
Sec.65863.2).
E.4.a. Pedestrian paths shall connect building
entrances, parking areas, open spaces, and
transit access points.
Enhances pedestrian orienta�on and circula�on
consistent with ADA , as well as ensuring safe and
efficient pedestrian and traffic circula�on. Provides
flexibility as it does not specify minimum dimensions or loca�on of paths. Paths may be located in yard
setbacks. Therefore, does not significantly decrease
developable area. Pedestrian paths to parking areas are only necessary where parking is provided, and parking
is only required if required by State law.
E.4.b. Pedestrian path paving materials shall be
visually dis�nct from vehicular access.
Enhances pedestrian safety by differen�a�ng pathways
from vehicular access. Provides flexibility in types of materials, as none are specifically iden�fied.
Differen�a�on of paving materials does not decrease
developable area.
E.4.c. Pedestrian paseos shall have an overall width of 12 feet and a minimum clear width of 8 feet,
unless otherwise required for emergency
access.
Enhances urban design and provides pedestrian
ameni�es, including circula�on. The dimensions are
minimal, thereby not significantly decreasing
developable area.
E.4.d. Paseos and courtyards shall include decora�ve
paving dis�nct from adjacent drive aisles.
Decora�ve paving types are listed, along with a
provision that such paving may include these
materials but is not limited to the listed
materials. Only stamped asphalt is not allowed.
Enhances pedestrian safety by differen�a�ng pathways
from vehicular access. Provides flexibility in types of materials and allows for types not iden�fied. A range of materials can be used with differing costs.
Differen�a�on of paving materials does not decrease
developable area.
E.5 For structured parking, above grade parking
levels visible from a public street shall be
screened with liner units, architectural panels,
or perforated metal screens, with screening
achieving a minimum 60% opacity.
Enhances urban design and pedestrian orienta�on.
Op�ons are provided for acceptable methods of
screening with a range of costs, offering flexibility. A 60% minimum opacity is a par�al opacity and
reasonable but not excessive. By only requiring
screening where visible from a public street, and not
internal to the development site, the amount of
screening required is minimized. Screening does not
decrease the developable area. This standard applies
only where structured parking is provided. Other
parking may be allowed. This standard does not apply if parking is exempted by State law (Govt. Code
Sec.65863.2).
E.6 Short-term bicycle parking shall be located
within 50 feet of the primary building entrance,
and long-term bicycle parking provided in a
secured and weather-protected area.
Encourages use of alterna�ve transporta�on methods,
including where parking is not required. Ensures shortterm parking is conveniently located near a building entrance, and that bicycles parked in long-term areas
are safe and protected. Does not significantly decrease developable area, given the limited parking area
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needed. This standard applies only where bicycle
parking is provided.
F. Walls and fences
F.1 Walls/fences in required front yard setbacks
shall be no higher than 42 inches and consist of
a minimum 50% transparent materials.
Enhances urban design, as well as safety and privacy.
The type of walls, fences, and transparent materials is not specified, allowing flexibility. Walls and fences in a required setback area would not decrease developable
area since development would not be allowed in a
setback.
F.2 Security fencing adjacent to rail corridors shall
comply with operator requirements and include
addi�onal landscape buffers where feasible.
Ensures public safety consistent with operator
requirements. Landscape buffers are required only
where feasible, allowing flexibility. Fencing would not decrease developable area. Landscape buffers, if
required, could be designed within a required yard
setback that would not reduce developable area.
F.3 Blank walls over 15 linear feet along public
streets are prohibited.
Enhances urban design and pedestrian orienta�on. The
method of trea�ng walls over 15 linear feet so that they are not blank is not specified, leaving flexibility for the developer. Trea�ng walls so that they are not blank
would not decrease developable area.
F.4 Retaining walls visible from the public right-ofway and over 30 inches high shall incorporate decora�ve treatment and landscaping. A range
of treatment types are listed, along with a
provision that such treatment may include
these materials but is not limited to the listed
materials.
Enhances urban design. Provides flexibility in types of materials and allows for types not iden�fied. A range of materials can be used with differing costs. Treatment of walls with special materials does not decrease
developable area. The dimensions, loca�on, and types
of landscaping required are not iden�fied, allowing
flexibility. The landscaped area can be minimal and part of the required yard setback in some cases. In other
cases, landscaping may be placed above the wall on a
slope. As such, it would not decrease developable area.
F.5 Chain link and barbed wire fencing is prohibited. Enhances urban design. Prohibi�ng these fence types would not decrease developable area. There is a range
of fence types that can be used with varying costs,
thereby providing flexibility to the developer.
17.18.030 Architecture
A. Massing and Articulation
A.1. to 3. These standards require horizontal and ver�cal ar�cula�on along building facades over a given
length. The permited length without
ar�cula�on varies, as does the minimum
dimensions of the ar�cula�on required.
Enhances urban design. Specific required methods of
ar�cula�on are not iden�fied, although some are given
as examples. Therefore, flexibility is provided in the
types of horizontal and ver�cal ar�cula�on that can be
employed, which permits lower cost op�ons and
op�ons that do not reduce developable area.
A.4 Architectural treatments per building floor are
required for facades facing a public street, plaza,
or paseo that exceed 30 linear feet. Op�ons
include balconies, recesses, material changes,
or façade offsets, with plane changes a
minimum 18-inch depth.
Enhances urban design. Listed methods of architectural
treatment vary in cost and some do not require
recesses or offsets, thereby not reducing developable
area. Further, the specified minimum 18-inch depth of
façade offset is minor, and if selected by a developer, would not significantly reduce developable area.
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B. Stepbacks and height transitions
B.1 to 2. Minimum stepbacks are required for buildings
over 5 stories along primary streets and transit
corridors, with the amount of stepback required
increasing based on the building height.
Stepbacks would range from 15 feet to 20 feet.
Enhances urban design. Required stepback dimensions
represent metrics commonly used to improve buildings’
rela�onships to the street.
B.3 Minimum stepbacks for buildings exceeding 55
feet along primary pedestrian streets are 10
feet for upper stories.
Enhances urban design. Required stepback dimensions
represent metrics commonly used to improve buildings’
rela�onships to the street.
C. Podium and tower form
C.1. to 2. Podium-style buildings over 4 stories shall
differen�ate the base, middle, and top through
material changes, façade ar�cula�on, or cornice
treatments. The base shall be defined by a
horizontal ar�cula�on line between the 3rd and
5th stories.
Enhances urban design. The required design treatments
are not specified, providing flexibility to developers, including lower cost op�ons. Design treatments and
ar�cula�on, including cornice treatments, do not affect developable area.
C.3 Towers above a podium that exceed 75 feet in
height shall maintain a minimum 40-foot
separa�on from other towers on the same site.
Enhances urban design and public safety and welfare.
The minimum separa�on is reasonable and not
excessive and only applies to towers over 75 feet high.
D. Entries
D.1 to 3. These standards require primary residen�al
lobbies to be directly accessible from a public
street or publicly accessible paseo, with lobby
entrances including weather protec�on features
with a minimum 4-foot projec�on.
Improves urban design, as well as pedestrian
orienta�on, circula�on, and ameni�es. These standards
do not reduce developable area of a site, as they
address connec�ons to circula�on and weather
protec�on features can include overhangs projec�ng
from buildings, as opposed to features on the ground.
D.4 Ground floor commercial tenant spaces must
provide individual entrances no more than 75
feet apart.
Enhances urban design, as well as pedestrian
orienta�on. The frequency of building entrances would
not affect the amount of developable area.
E. Ground floor residential entries
E.1 to 2. Ground floor residen�al entries shall include projec�ng stoops, covered porches, entry
recesses, or individual address numbers visible
from the street, and shall be spaced no more
than 40 feet apart along public streets unless
grouped so that two or more units share a
common entry court.
Enhances urban design, as well as pedestrian
orienta�on and ameni�es. The op�ons for iden�fiable
features at entries vary in cost and some do not require ameni�es on the ground (e.g., address numbers),
thereby providing flexibility and not requiring a
reduc�on in poten�al developable area. The frequency
of entries would not affect the amount of developable
area. Flexibility for grouping entries is provided.
F. Windows
F.1 to 4. These standards require certain percentages of window transparency for commercial and
residen�al facades. The amount of transparency
required varies, with upper floors requiring less.
Enhances urban design and pedestrian orienta�on. The
amount of transparency does not affect developable
area. No specific methods of transparency are
iden�fied, thereby providing flexibility to developers.
F.5 to 7. Ground floor residen�al units within 10 feet of a public sidewalk shall incorporate window
privacy treatments, ranging from raised sill
heights, landscaping in setbacks, decora�ve
metal railing, or translucent lower window
Enhances urban design and pedestrian orienta�on, as
well as safety and welfare. A variety of op�ons are
provided for privacy treatments, offering flexibility with varying costs. None of the standards would reduce the
amount of developable area. The requirements for
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glazing. Other required standards include
recessing windows a minimum of 2 inches from
the exterior wall plane and a prohibi�on on
exterior security bars.
window recessing and the prohibi�on on exterior
security bars would not reduce the amount of
developable area. The depth of required window
recessing is minor, reasonable, and a common
development prac�ce.
G. Roofs
G.1 to 2. Flat roofs shall include a parapet or cornice at least 2 inches in depth, and roo�op equipment
shall be fully screened from public view and set
back at least 15 feet from primary facades.
Roof parapets and cornices, as well as roof equipment
screening and setbacks, would not affect developable
area onsite. Flexibility is provided in methods to achieve these standards.
H. Materials and colors
H.1 to 3. Between 2 and 4 colors shall be used on each
façade. Materials shall wrap building corners a
minimum of 2 feet, and changes in materials
shall occur at inside corners or via defined trim
elements.
The number of colors allowed/required is flexible; at
least two is common prac�ce and adds interest to
building design. Wrapping corners with materials and
requirements for where materials can change are
typical architectural prac�ces and reasonable. These
standards apply to facades and would not reduce
developable area onsite.
I. Prohibited materials
I.1 to 2. These standards list prohibited building
materials and limita�ons on certain materials
(e.g., vinyl siding, mirrored glass, etc.).
The standards are reasonable and allow for a wide
range of other materials to be employed, offering
flexibility to developers. Types of materials on facades would not affect developable area.
17.18.040 Street interface
A. Relationship to public areas
A.1 to 2. Pedestrian paths shall connect the public
sidewalk to all primary building entries, and
sidewalks and paseos along primary streets
shall have a minimum unobstructed with of 10
feet.
Enhances pedestrian orienta�on and circula�on
consistent with ADA. The dimensions for sidewalks and
paseos are limited to primary streets and are minimal,
thereby not significantly decreasing developable area.
In most cases, the paths would likely be located within yard setbacks, which would not affect developable area.
B. Weather protection
B.1 to 2. Buildings along commercial frontages shall
provide a con�nuous awning or canopy covering
a minimum of 50% of the frontage length, with
at least 8 feet of clearance above sidewalk
grade.
Enhances urban design and pedestrian ameni�es. The
types of awnings and canopies, including materials, are not specified, thereby providing flexibility to
developers. The amount of coverage required is limited
to half the frontage length, which is not unreasonable.
Placement of awnings or canopies would not affect
developable area.
C. Blank walls
C.1. to 2. Blank walls over 20 feet long along a public street are prohibited, except where unavoidable
due to u�lity or structural constraints. In such
cases, the walls must incorporate decora�ve
treatment.
Enhances urban design and pedestrian orienta�on.
Flexibility is provided if the standard cannot be met,
whereby a range of aesthe�c treatments may be
employed. The list of acceptable decora�ve treatments
does not exclude other op�ons, thereby offering further flexibility. Treatment of blank walls would not affect
developable area onsite.
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D. Relationship to adjacent properties
D.1 to 2. Por�ons of projects over 45 feet tall abu�ng a lower-density residen�al zone shall be set back
an addi�onal 10 feet from the property line. A
minimum 6-foot-wide landscaped buffer shall
be provided along shared property lines with
lower-density residen�al zones.
Enhances urban design and represents standard
prac�ce to respect adjacency of lower-scale residen�al
development. Required setback dimensions are
reasonable and not excessive. Landscaped buffer could
be placed within the setback. May decrease
developable area to a minor extent, but only for the
building por�on abu�ng the lower density zone and
except where setback/landscaped area could also be
used to meet standards in Sec�ons 17.18.050
(Landscaping) and/or 17.18.060(A)(Ameni�es).
D.3 to 4. Privacy treatments, glazing, or minimum sill
heights (42 inches) are required for windows
and/or balconies within a certain distance from
property lines abu�ng low-density residen�al
zones.
Represents standard prac�ce to respect adjacency of
lower-scale residen�al development. Flexibility is
provided in the types of treatments and glazing,
including an op�on to have a higher sill height, to
achieve these standards. Window treatments would not
affect developable area onsite, and they provide privacy where property line setbacks are small.
17.18.050 Landscaping
A. Planting areas
A.1. to 3. Site area shall contain a minimum 15% percent landscaping, including a minimum one 24-inch
box canopy tree for each 1,500 SF of lot area.
Street facing setback areas shall be fully
landscaped.
Enhances urban design. The amount of landscaping and
canopy tree coverage is standard prac�ce and also
achieves reduc�on in urban heat island. The
landscaping could be located in required yard setbacks
as well as amenity areas in Sec�on 17.18.060(A),
minimizing the onsite area that would not be
developable.
B. Ground floor residential frontages
B.1 to 3. Ground floor residen�al frontages setbacks shall be planted with shrubs at a minimum 24 inches
on center and one accent tree per 30 linear feet
of frontage, as well as include a decora�ve
paving transi�on between the private entry and
public sidewalk. Examples of acceptable
decora�ve paving are listed.
Enhances urban design and pedestrian environment.
The spacing of plan�ngs is standard prac�ce. Examples
of possible paving are provided but not required,
providing flexibility to developers. The decora�ve
paving is just required as a transi�on and would not be extensive. Since the ameni�es would be placed within
required setbacks, the standards would not decrease
developable areas.
C. Shade
C.1 Open space areas shall provide shade coverage
for at least 30% of sea�ng areas.
Enhances urban design and pedestrian ameni�es and
reduces urban heat island. This standard requires a
por�on of the sea�ng of any open space areas provided
to be shaded. As this standard does not specify the
dimensions of open space areas, it does not affect the
amount of onsite developable area.
C.2 Surface parking areas shall provide tree canopy
coverage over at least 50% of paved areas at
maturity.
Enhances urban design and pedestrian ameni�es and
reduces urban heat island. This standard applies only
where parking lots are provided. Parking is not required if exempted by State law (Govt. Code Sec.65863.2).
Canopy coverage (i.e., tree planters) in a parking lot
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does not significantly affect the amount of developable area onsite.
D. Hardscape and paving
Permeable paving shall be used in at least 25%
of hardscaped open space areas.
This standard does not specify the required type of
permeable paving, providing flexibility to developers.
The minimum required permeable area is very low and
achievable, and the requirement for permeable paving,
as opposed to impermeable paving, would not affect
the amount of developable area onsite.
E. Compliance with Water Efficient Landscape Provisions E. Landscaping and irriga�on shall comply with the
Zoning Code standards for water efficient
landscape provisions (Chapter 17.96).
This standard is to ensure compliance with State law for landscaping irriga�on (Model Water Efficient Landscape
Ordinance – Title 24) and would not affect the amount
of developable onsite area.
17.18.060 Ameni�es, service, and back of house
A. Amenities
A.1 to 5. Minimum ameni�es are required for residen�al
and MU projects, with the number of ameni�es
required increasing with lot size. A list of
qualifying ameni�es is provided, including
indoor and outdoor. The standards do not allow
ground-floor residen�al private pa�os or stoops
to count toward the amenity requirement.
Common open spaces shall have a minimum
dimension of 15 feet in any direc�on, and at
least 50% of the required open space shall be
con�guous. Roo�op common open space shall
include shade structures covering at least 25%
of the sea�ng area.
Enhances urban design and pedestrian ameni�es. The
standards provide a range of ameni�es to choose from;
minimum dimensions and other requirements for
con�guous ameni�es and shade coverage represent
common development prac�ce. Recrea�on and other
common open spaces provide health and welfare
benefits and are considered integral to mul�-unit
residen�al communi�es. Outdoor open space can be
located in yard setbacks, and the use of roo�ops can
minimize the amount of site area occupied by such
ameni�es, thereby minimizing reduc�ons in onsite
developable area.
B. Utilities and mechanical equipment
B.1 Roo�op mechanical equipment shall be fully
screen from public view and set back at least 15
feet from primary facades, with screening
extending to the height of equipment.
Enhances urban design. Roof equipment screening and
setbacks would not affect developable area onsite.
Flexibility is provided in methods to achieve these
standards, with no specific screening methods
s�pulated. Screening is required only when equipment
can be seen from public areas.
B.2 to 3. Ground-mounted mechanical equipment must
be screened from public view and be located at
least 10 feet from pedestrian paths and not
between the building and a primary street.
U�lity areas and equipment shall not be located
within any required frontage areas or required
common or private open space areas.
Enhances urban design. Equipment screening and
setbacks would not affect developable area onsite if
located within required yard setbacks; otherwise, given the size and extent of such equipment on a site, there
would be no significant reduc�on in developable area.
Flexibility is provided in methods to achieve these
standards, with no specific screening methods
s�pulated. Screening is required only when equipment
can be seen from public areas.
C. Lighting
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C.1 to 3. Pole-mounted pedestrian light fixtures shall not exceed 20 feet in height, ligh�ng shall be
shielded to prevent light spillover onto adjacent
areas, and pedestrian paths shall be illuminated
at least every 50 feet.
Enhances safety and welfare and pedestrian ameni�es.
A height of 20 feet maximum is a reasonable and
common standard for ligh�ng, as is minimizing light
spillover and illumina�on of pedestrian paths at a 50-
foot interval, all of which are easily achievable. The
standards do not specify the spacing interval of polemounted light fixtures. The standards do not require addi�onal area for pedestrian ligh�ng that would
reduce the amount of development feasible onsite.
D. Loading zones, loading docks, and service areas
D.1. Short-term loading zones shall be provided for
pedestrians and deliveries to residents.
This standard does not specify the amount, dimensions,
or specific loca�ons of required loading zones, thereby providing flexibility to developers. The extent of loading zones is expected to be minor and not significantly
reduce the amount of developable area on site.
D.2. to 4. Loading docks and service areas, when
required, shall not face primary streets or
primary pedestrian streets, and, when adjacent
to residen�al zones, shall incorporate soundatenua�ng walls. Loading bays shall be screened from view by landscaping or
architectural treatment.
These standards prohibit such facili�es facing certain
public streets, and only when adjacent to residen�al
zones are noise-atenua�ng walls required. The
standards do not dictate the specific loca�ons,
dimensions, and design of such facili�es, they offer
flexibility to developers. The standards would not
require addi�onal area beyond that typically needed for loading and service areas and therefore would not
reduce the amount of onsite developable area.
E. Short-term rentals
No dwelling units in whole or part shall be
rented for less than 30 consecu�ve calendar
days.
This standard applies to tenancy and does not affect the onsite developable area.
F. Facilities for Nonorganic Recyclable Materials, Organic Waste, and Solid Waste Projects shall provide receptacles, storage, and
facili�es for waste per Zoning Code Chapter
17.118.
Addresses health, safety, and welfare. This standard
applies citywide. The dimensions and other provisions
are reasonable and not excessive and would not
significantly reduce the amount of onsite development
area.
*****
To: Honorable City Council
From: John Moreno, City Manager
By: Adriana Figueroa, Public Works Director
Date: June 23, 2026
SUBJECT: ADOPTION OF THE 2025 URBAN WATER MANAGEMENT PLAN
INCLUDING THE WATER SHORTAGE CONTINGENCY PLAN
BACKGROUND
In 1983, the State of California enacted the Urban Water Management Plan Act (Act), which is a specific piece of legislation codified within the California Water Code (CWC), governing long-term resource planning for water suppliers. More specifically, sections 10610 through 10657 of the Act require every urban water supplier that provides water to more than 3,000 customers (or more than 3,000 acre-feet per year) to prepare and adopt an Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP), that is subsequently required to be updated every five years.
The UWMP provides the Department of Water Resources (DWR) with a detailed summary on the present and future water resources and demands for water suppliers, like Paramount, and their respective service areas to assess the community’s water resource needs. As such, the UWMP includes water supply planning for a 20-year period, in five-year increments and identifies the water supply needed to meet existing and future demands. Under these parameters, the demand analysis must identify supply reliability under three hydrologic conditions: a normal year, a single-dry year, and five consecutive dry years.
The UWMP also includes the City’s Water Shortage Contingency Plan (WSCP) and drought response actions. As such, the WSCP is a detailed plan describing how the City will address foreseeable and unforeseeable water shortage conditions, while maintaining compliance with the latest regulatory changes.
At a regional scale, the UWMP serves as a valuable planning document used to provide a key source of information that supports regional long-range planning documents, including County General Plans and serves as a critical component of developing Integrated Regional Water Management Plans (IRWMPs).
Between 1985 and 1990, the City adopted Central Basin Municipal Water District’s (CBMWD) UWMP as its own, and in 1995 Paramount independently issued its own UWMP, which has been subsequently updated every five years.
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Since the Act was passed in 1983, several amendments have been passed and implemented in succeeding cycles. Unlike the last update, which was captured in the 2020 cycle, the 2025 update requires more explicit coordination with local General Plans, hazard mitigation plans, and Senate Bill (379) climate adaptation updates.
DISCUSSION
In partnership with Risk Management Professionals (RMP) and their subconsultant Ardurra, the City has prepared its 2025 UWMP in compliance with the Act in accordance with the 2025 guidelines and format established by DWR. Similar to previous versions, this document contains required information regarding water use within the City, including a profile of the City’s water facilities, water supply and demand, and water conservations activities implemented and planned for the future.
The 2025 UWMP requires agencies to demonstrate how the document aligns with recent legislative changes, including updates to reporting timelines and planning horizons. As such, this document must now reference integration with other long-term planning documents (such as WSCP updates and climate vulnerability assessments) and describe how new data sources inform the overall plan. Compared to the 2020 cycle, the emphasis on coordination with land-use agencies and statewide conservation programs has increased.
Of the many changes in the 2025 UWMP, some of the key items include but are not limited to the following:
• Incorporation of the most recent demographic, land-use, and housing information, including updated Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) allocations where applicable.
• Detailed descriptions of groundwater basin conditions, consistent with California’s Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) progress and any major infrastructure additions and changes in treatment processes, recycled water infrastructure, and conveyance capacity since 2020. To note, SGMA was passed in 2014 to protect against water supply depletion and water quality degradation, so it required local agencies to sustainably manage groundwater located in high- and medium-priority basins.
• Stronger emphasis on distinguishing indoor versus outdoor water use and documenting non-revenue water trends. This is significant, as it relates to expanded regulatory requirements found within the statewide water conservation framework. The City’s goal is to make progress towards meeting its urban wateruse objective and related metrics defined by additional regulatory requirements. This chapter represents one of the largest additions to the report compared to 2020. It includes expanded quantitative data, as it relates to water service reliability and drought risk assessments, including five-year drought risks analyses and updated dry-year sequences. The level of climate modeling and scenario documentation is substantially greater than in 2020.
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• Updates to the Water Shortage Contingency Plan (WSCP) to incorporate regulatory changes.
• Expanded reporting requirements for demand management, including documentation of program effectiveness, cost-benefit considerations, and integration of Senate Bill 606/Assembly Bill 1668 framework. Compared to 2020, the level of detail required for conservation reporting is significantly higher.
A noteworthy detail in this update includes the finding that the City met its urban water use targeted reduction as established in the 2020 UWMP. In that update, the City was required to comply with an urban water use reduction target of 114 Gallons Per Capita Daily (GPCD) by the 2025 cycle. The City’s GPCD was 89 and therefore met the urban water use target. This is significant, as it ensures long-term water supply reliability and complies with mandatory state conservation targets. This also demonstrates that as a water agency, Paramount is actively reducing water loss while promoting water conservation, which strengthens the City’s eligibility for water grants or loans from the State of California when available.
A draft copy of the UWMP is accessible on the City’s website for public review and comment. Participants may provide their comments orally, in writing, or via email at [email protected].
Following the public hearing at tonight’s meeting, this item considers the adoption of the 2025 UWMP which includes the WSCP.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact.
VISION, MISSION, VALUES, AND STRATEGIC OUTCOMES
The City’s Vision, Mission, and Values set the standard for the organization, establish priorities, uniformity and guidelines; and provide the framework for policy decision making. The Strategic Outcomes were implemented to provide a pathway to achieving the City’s Vision. This item aligns with Strategic Outcome No 4: Environmental Health - Promote, protect, and enhance a healthy, sustainably built, and natural environment.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1) Conduct a public hearing to receive input on the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan; and 2) Adopt Resolution No. 26:021 approving and adopting the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan including the Water Shortage Contingency Plan.
CITY OF PARAMOUNT
LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
RESOLUTION NO. 26:021
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PARAMOUNT, ADOPTING THE CITY OF PARAMOUNT’S 2025 URBAN
WATER MANAGEMENT PLAN INCLUDING THE WATER SHORTAGE
CONTINGENCY PLAN.
WHEREAS, the California Legislature enacted Assembly Bill 797 (Water Code Section 10610 et seq., known as the Urban Water Management Planning Act) during the 1983-84 Regular Session, and as amended subsequently, which mandates that every supplier providing water for municipal purposes to more than 3,000 customers or supplying more than 3,000 acre feet of water annually, prepare an Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP) including a Water Shortage Contingency Plan, the primary objective of which is to plan for the conservation and efficient use of water; and WHEREAS, included in the City’s UWMP is long-term resource planning to ensure adequate water supplies are available to meet existing and future demands; and WHEREAS, the City is an urban supplier of water, providing to over 7,500 customers; and
WHEREAS, the UWMP shall be periodically reviewed at least once every five years, and the City shall make any amendments or changes to its UWMP which are indicated by the review; and
WHEREAS, the UWMP must be adopted by the City Council, after public review and a public hearing, and filed with the California Department of Water Resources, the California State Library, and any city or county within which the supplier provides water supplies within thirty days of adoption; and
WHEREAS, the City has therefore, prepared a draft UWMP, made the UWMP available for public inspection, held a public hearing; and WHEREAS, the City shall file said UWMP with the City Clerk and make the UWMP available for public review during normal business hours; and WHEREAS, the City shall file said UWMP with the California Department of Water Resources, the California State Library, and any city or county within which the supplier provides water supplies.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PARAMOUNT AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The above recitations are true and correct.
RESOLUTION NO. 26:021
SECTION 2. The 2025 Urban Water Management Plan including the Water Shortage Contingency Plan is hereby adopted and ordered filed with the City Clerk, and made available for public review during normal business hours within 30 days of filing with the California Department of Water Resources.
SECTION 3. The City Manager is hereby authorized and directed to file the 2026 Urban Water Management Plan with the California Department of Water Resources, the California State Library, and any city or county within which the supplier provides water supplies within thirty days of adoption.
SECTION 4. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Paramount this 23rd day of June 2026.
Brenda Olmos, Mayor
ATTEST:
Heidi Luce, City Clerk
2025 Urban Water Management Plan
Ardurra Group, Inc.
16310 Bake Parkway
Irvine, CA 92618
949.535.4261
www.ardurra.com
2025 URBAN WATER
MANAGEMENT PLAN
JUNE 15, 2026
P RE P A RE D F OR:
CITY OF PARAMOUNT
16400 COLORADO AVENUE
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723
P RE P A RE D BY:
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
List of Abbreviations ............................................................................................................................... i Previous Studies and Reports ................................................................................................................ iii CHAPTER 1 UWMP INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW ............................................................. 1-1
1.1 Updated Guidance for 2025 Urban Water Management Plans ............................................. 1-2
1.2 Submittal Tables ................................................................................................................... 1-3
1.2.1 Inclusion of Submittal Tables ........................................................................................... 1-3
1.2.2 Optional Planning Tool .................................................................................................... 1-3
1.3 Recommended UWMP Organization .................................................................................... 1-4
1.4 UWMPs in Relation to Other Efforts ...................................................................................... 1-5
1.4.1 Specific Considerations ................................................................................................... 1-5
1.5 Department of Water Resources’ Review Process................................................................ 1-5
1.6 UWMP and Grant or Loan Eligibility ...................................................................................... 1-6 CHAPTER 2 PLAN PREPARATION ............................................................................................. 2-1
2.1 Basis for Preparing a Plan .................................................................................................... 2-1
2.1.1 Suppliers with Both Wholesale and Retail Sales .............................................................. 2-1
2.1.2 Public Water Systems ..................................................................................................... 2-2
2.2 Individual or Regional Plans ................................................................................................. 2-2
2.2.1 Regional Reporting .......................................................................................................... 2-3
2.3 Fiscal or Calendar Year and Units of Measure ...................................................................... 2-3
2.3.1 Fiscal or Calendar Year ................................................................................................... 2-3
2.3.2 Units of Measure ............................................................................................................. 2-4
2.4 Coordination and Outreach ................................................................................................... 2-4
2.4.1 Wholesale and Retail Coordination .................................................................................. 2-4
2.4.2 Coordination with Other Agencies and the Community .................................................... 2-4
2.4.3 Notice to Cities and Counties .......................................................................................... 2-5 CHAPTER 3 SERVICE AREA DESCRIPTION ............................................................................. 3-1
3.1 General Description .............................................................................................................. 3-1
3.2 Service Area Boundary Maps ............................................................................................... 3-2
3.3 Service Area Climate ............................................................................................................ 3-2
3.4 Service Area Population and Demographics ......................................................................... 3-6
3.4.1 Service Area Population .................................................................................................. 3-6
3.4.2 Other Social, Economic, and Demographic Factors ......................................................... 3-8
3.5 Land Uses within Service Area ............................................................................................. 3-9 CHAPTER 4 WATER USE CHARACTERIZATION ...................................................................... 4-1 DRAFT
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4.1 Non-Potable Versus Potable Water Use ............................................................................... 4-1
4.2 Past, Current, and Projected Water Use by Sector ............................................................... 4-1
4.2.1 Water Use Sectors Listed in Water Code......................................................................... 4-1
4.2.2 Water Use Sectors in Addition to Those Listed in Water Code ........................................ 4-2
4.2.3 Past Water Use ............................................................................................................... 4-2
4.2.4 Current Water Use ........................................................................................................... 4-4
4.2.5 Projected Water Use ....................................................................................................... 4-5
4.2.5.1 Lower Income Households....................................................................................... 4-7
4.2.5.2 Climate Change Considerations............................................................................... 4-7
4.3 Distribution System Water Loss ............................................................................................ 4-7
4.3.1 Previous Five Years Distribution System Losses ............................................................. 4-8
4.3.2 Progress Toward Meeting the Water Loss Performance Standard .................................. 4-8 CHAPTER 5 SB X7-7 Baselines, 2020 Targets, and 2025 Reporting ........................................... 5-1
5.1 Reporting Requirements for Wholesale Suppliers ................................................................. 5-1
5.2 Reporting Requirements for Retail Suppliers ........................................................................ 5-1
5.2.1 Supplier Was Not an Urban Retail Water Supplier in 2020 .............................................. 5-1
5.2.2 Supplier Met 2020 Target in 2020 .................................................................................... 5-1
5.2.3 Supplier Did Not Meet 2020 Target in 2020 – No Change to Service Area ...................... 5-2
5.2.4 Supplier Did Not Meet 2020 Target in 2020 – Change to Service Area ............................ 5-2
5.2.5 Funding Eligibility ............................................................................................................. 5-2 CHAPTER 6 NORMAL-YEAR WATER SUPPLY CHARACTERIZATION ..................................... 6-1
6.1 Water Supply Analysis Overview .......................................................................................... 6-1
6.1.1 Specific Analysis Applicable to All Water Supply Sources ............................................... 6-2
6.1.2 Special Considerations .................................................................................................... 6-4
6.1.2.1 Climate Change Effects ........................................................................................... 6-4
6.1.2.2 Regulatory Conditions and Project Development ..................................................... 6-4
6.1.2.3 Other Locally Applicable Criteria .............................................................................. 6-4
6.1.2.4 Wholesale and Retail Suppliers Coordination .......................................................... 6-4
6.2 Water Supply Characterization ............................................................................................. 6-5
6.2.1 Purchased or Imported Water .......................................................................................... 6-5
6.2.2 Groundwater .................................................................................................................... 6-5
6.2.2.1 Basin Description ..................................................................................................... 6-6
6.2.2.2 Basin Management Information ............................................................................... 6-8
6.2.2.3 Other Considerations ............................................................................................... 6-8
6.2.2.4 Past Five Years Groundwater Pumping ................................................................... 6-8 DRAFT
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6.2.3 Surface Water ................................................................................................................. 6-9
6.2.4 Stormwater ...................................................................................................................... 6-9
6.2.5 Wastewater and Recycled Water ................................................................................... 6-10
6.2.5.1 Recycled Water Coordination ................................................................................ 6-10
6.2.5.2 Wastewater Treatment Discharge .......................................................................... 6-10
6.2.5.3 Recycled Water System Description ...................................................................... 6-15
6.2.5.4 Current, Potential, and Projected Recycled Water Uses ........................................ 6-15
6.2.6 Desalinated Water Opportunities ................................................................................... 6-19
6.2.7 Water Exchanges and Transfers ................................................................................... 6-20
6.2.8 Supply from Storage ...................................................................................................... 6-21
6.2.9 Future Water Projects .................................................................................................... 6-21
6.3 Energy Use ......................................................................................................................... 6-22 CHAPTER 7 WATER SERVICE RELIABILITY AND DROUGHT RISK ASSESSMENT ................ 7-1
7.1 Constraints on Water Sources Considerations ...................................................................... 7-1
7.1.1 Central Basin Groundwater ............................................................................................. 7-2
7.1.1.1 Legal ........................................................................................................................ 7-2
7.1.1.2 Climatic .................................................................................................................... 7-2
7.1.2 CBMWD Wholesale Water .............................................................................................. 7-2
7.1.3 Water Quality ................................................................................................................... 7-2
7.1.3.1 Central Basin Groundwater ...................................................................................... 7-3
7.1.3.2 CBMWD Wholesale Water ....................................................................................... 7-3
7.2 Water Service Reliability Assessment ................................................................................... 7-5
7.2.1 WSRA Year-Type Characterization ................................................................................. 7-5
7.2.1.1 Climate Change ....................................................................................................... 7-8
7.2.2 WSRA Supply and Demand Comparison ........................................................................ 7-9
7.2.2.1 Normal Year ............................................................................................................ 7-9
7.2.2.2 Single Dry Year ........................................................................................................ 7-9
7.2.2.3 Five Consecutive Dry Years ..................................................................................... 7-9
7.2.3 WRSA Description of Management Tools and Options .................................................. 7-10
7.3 Drought Risk Assessment ................................................................................................... 7-11
7.3.1 DRA Data, Methods, and Basis for Water Shortage Conditions ..................................... 7-11
7.3.2 DRA Individual Water Source Reliability ........................................................................ 7-11
7.3.3 DRA Total Water Supply and Use Comparison ............................................................. 7-12 CHAPTER 8 WATER SHORTAGE CONTINGENCY PLANNING ................................................. 8-1
8.1 Water Supply Reliability Analysis .......................................................................................... 8-1 DRAFT
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8.2 Annual Water Supply and Demand Assessment Procedures ................................................ 8-3
8.2.1 Decision-Making Process ................................................................................................ 8-3
8.2.2 Data and Methodologies .................................................................................................. 8-4
8.3 Six Standard Water Shortage Levels .................................................................................... 8-4
8.3.1 Establishment of Water Shortage Conditions ................................................................... 8-4
8.3.2 Water Shortage Stages ................................................................................................... 8-5
8.4 Shortage Response Actions ................................................................................................. 8-8
8.4.1 Supply Augmentation ...................................................................................................... 8-8
8.4.2 Demand Reduction .......................................................................................................... 8-8
8.4.2.1 Water Waste Prohibitions......................................................................................... 8-8
8.4.2.2 Water Conservation Measures ............................................................................... 8-12
8.4.2.3 Water Use Restrictions .......................................................................................... 8-12
8.4.3 Operational Changes ..................................................................................................... 8-13
8.4.4 Additional Mandatory Restrictions ................................................................................. 8-13
8.4.5 Emergency Response Plan ........................................................................................... 8-13
8.4.6 Seismic Risk Assessment and Mitigation Plan ............................................................... 8-15
8.4.6.1 Faults, Earthquakes, and Liquefaction ................................................................... 8-16
8.4.6.2 Seismic Risk .......................................................................................................... 8-16
8.4.6.3 Mitigation ............................................................................................................... 8-16
8.4.7 Shortage Response Action Effectiveness ...................................................................... 8-17
8.5 Communication Protocols ................................................................................................... 8-17
8.6 Compliance and Enforcement ............................................................................................. 8-18
8.6.1 Compliance and Enforcement Protocols ........................................................................ 8-18
8.6.2 Penalties for Excessive Use .......................................................................................... 8-19
8.7 Legal Authorities ................................................................................................................. 8-19
8.7.1 Legal Authorities ............................................................................................................ 8-20
8.7.2 Declaration of Water Shortage Condition or Emergency and Implementation of Water Shortage Response Actions ...................................................................................................... 8-20
8.7.3 Proclamation of Local Emergency ................................................................................. 8-20
8.7.4 Withdrawal of Water Shortage Condition and Water Response Actions ........................ 8-20
8.8 Financial Consequences of WSCP ..................................................................................... 8-20
8.8.1 Financial Impacts and Mitigation Action ......................................................................... 8-20
8.8.2 Reporting Cost of Compliance with Excessive Water Use Prohibition During Drought Emergency ................................................................................................................................ 8-21
8.9 Monitoring and Reporting .................................................................................................... 8-21
8.10 WSCP Refinement Procedures ..................................................................................... 8-21 DRAFT
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8.11 Special Water Feature Distinction .................................................................................. 8-22
8.12 Plan Adoption, Submittal, Availability, and Amendment Procedures .............................. 8-22 CHAPTER 9 DEMAND MANAGEMENT MEASURES .................................................................. 9-1
9.1 Demand Management Measures for Retail Suppliers ........................................................... 9-1
9.1.1 Implementation Over the Past Five Years ....................................................................... 9-2
9.1.2 Implementation to Achieve Water-Use Targets ................................................................ 9-3
9.1.3 Required Demand Management Measures ..................................................................... 9-3
9.1.3.1 Water-Waste Prevention Ordinances ....................................................................... 9-3
9.1.3.2 Metering ................................................................................................................... 9-3
9.1.3.3 Conservation Pricing ................................................................................................ 9-4
9.1.3.4 Public Education and Outreach ................................................................................ 9-4
9.1.3.5 Programs to Assess and Manage Distribution System Real Loss ............................ 9-5
9.1.3.6 Water Conservation Program Coordination and Staffing Support ............................. 9-5
9.1.3.7 Other Demand Management Measures ................................................................... 9-5
9.2 Demand Management Measures for Wholesale Suppliers .................................................... 9-8
9.2.1 Required Demand Management Measures ..................................................................... 9-8
9.2.2 Wholesale Demand Management Measures ................................................................... 9-8 CHAPTER 10 PLAN ADOPTION, SUBMITTAL, AND IMPLEMENTATION .................................. 10-1
10.1 Plan Completion Timeline .............................................................................................. 10-1
10.2 Notice of Plan Preparation ............................................................................................. 10-1
10.3 Notice of Public Hearing ................................................................................................ 10-1
10.4 Public Hearing and Adoption ......................................................................................... 10-1
10.5 Plan Submittal ............................................................................................................... 10-2
10.5.1 Submitting a UWMP and Water Shortage Contingency Plan to DWR ........................ 10-2
10.5.2 Electronic Data Submittal ........................................................................................... 10-2
10.5.3 Submitting a UWMP, Including WSCP, to the California State Library ....................... 10-2
10.5.4 Submitting a UWMP to Cities and Counties ............................................................... 10-2
10.6 Public Availability ........................................................................................................... 10-2
10.7 Notification to Public Utilities Commission ..................................................................... 10-3
10.8 Plan Implementation ...................................................................................................... 10-3
10.9 Amending an Adopted UWMP or WSCP ....................................................................... 10-3
10.9.1 Amending a UWMP or WSCP.................................................................................... 10-3
10.9.2 Submitting Revised Water Shortage Contingency Plan ............................................. 10-3
10.10 California Department of Water Resources Review of Submitted Plans ........................ 10-3 DRAFT
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LIST OF TABLES
Table 1-1: California Water Code Changes Since 2020 UWMP .......................................................... 1-2 Table 2-1: Retail Only: Public Water Systems ..................................................................................... 2-2 Table 2-2: Plan Identification............................................................................................................... 2-3 Table 2-3: Supplier Identification ......................................................................................................... 2-3 Table 2-4: Retail: Water Supplier Information Exchange ..................................................................... 2-4 Table 3-0a: Well Operating Capacities ................................................................................................ 3-2 Table 3-1: Climate Data1 ..................................................................................................................... 3-6 Table 3-2: Retail: Population -- Current and Projected ........................................................................ 3-8 Table 3-3: Developed Land Use Summary within Service Area .......................................................... 3-9 Table 4-1: Historic Water Use ............................................................................................................. 4-4 Table 4-2: Total Uses for Potable and Non-Potable Water - Actual ..................................................... 4-5 Table 4-3: Historical Use Rates (GPCD) ............................................................................................. 4-6 Table 4-4: Retail: Total Uses for Potable, and Non-Potable Water - Projected .................................... 4-6 Table 4-5: Inclusion in Water Use Projections ..................................................................................... 4-7 Table 4-6: Water Loss Audit Reporting ............................................................................................... 4-8 Table 4-7: Progress Towards 2028 Water Loss Standard ................................................................... 4-9 Table 5-1: SB X7-7 2020 Target Progress .......................................................................................... 5-1 Table 6-1: Water Supplies – Actual ..................................................................................................... 6-2 Table 6-2: Water Supplies – Projected ................................................................................................ 6-3 Table 6-3: Quality of Imported Water .................................................................................................. 6-5 Table 6-4: Groundwater Volume Pumped ........................................................................................... 6-9 Table 6-5: Volume Projected to be Pumped ........................................................................................ 6-9 Table 6-6: Wastewater Collected within Service Area in 2020 .......................................................... 6-12 Table 6-7: Wastewater Treatment and Outcomes within UWMP Service Area in 2025 ..................... 6-14 Table 6-8: Recycled Water - FY 2024-2025 Use ............................................................................... 6-15 Table 6-9: Recycled Water District Beneficial Uses within Service Area ........................................... 6-16 Table 6-10: 2020 UWMP Recycled-Water Use Projection Compared to 2022 Actual ....................... 6-16 Table 6-11: Recycled Water - Potential Future Use .......................................................................... 6-17 Table 6-12: 2020 UWMP Recycled Water Use Projection Compared to 2025 Actual ........................ 6-17 Table 6-13: Methods to Encourage Future Recycled Water Use ....................................................... 6-19 Table 6-14: Current Desalination Projected Capacities ..................................................................... 6-20 Table 6-15: Expected Future Water Supply Projects or Programs .................................................... 6-21 Table 6-16: Water Supplies – 2025 Actual ........................................................................................ 6-22 Table 7-1: Factors Resulting in Inconsistence of Water Supply ........................................................... 7-1 Table 7-2: Supply Augmentation and Other Actions ............................................................................ 7-8 Table 7-3: Normal-Year Supply and Demand Comparison ................................................................. 7-9 Table 7-4: Single Dry-Year Supply and Demand Comparison ............................................................. 7-9 Table 7-5: Five Consecutive Dry-Year Supply and Demand Comparison ......................................... 7-10 Table 7-6: Single Dry-Year Supply and Demand Comparison ........................................................... 7-12 Table 8-1: Climate Change Vulnerability Screening ............................................................................ 8-2 Table 8-2: Stages of Water Shortage Contingency Planning............................................................... 8-5 Table 8-3: Comparison for the City’s 2015 Shortage Levels and the 2025 WSCP Mandated Shortage Levels ............................................................................................................................ 8-7 Table 8-4: Supply Augmentation and Other Actions ............................................................................ 8-8 Table 8-5: Restrictions and Prohibitions on End Uses ........................................................................ 8-9 Table 8-6: Catastrophic Supply Interruption Actions ......................................................................... 8-15 DRAFT
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Table 8-7: Estimated Demand Reduction.......................................................................................... 8-17 Table 8-8: Penalties and Charges ..................................................................................................... 8-19 Table 8-9: Notification to Cities and Agencies ................................................................................... 8-22 Table 9-1: CUWCC BMP Organization and Names and UWMP DMMs .............................................. 9-2 Table 10-1: Notice to Cities and Counties ......................................................................................... 10-1
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 3-1: City of Paramount Regional Location ................................................................................ 3-3 Figure 3-2: City of Paramount Service Area ........................................................................................ 3-4 Figure 3-3: Average Temperatures ..................................................................................................... 3-5 Figure 3-4: Total Precipitation ............................................................................................................. 3-5 Figure 3-5: Service Area 25-Year Population and Growth Chart ......................................................... 3-7 Figure 3-6: City of Paramount Land Use ........................................................................................... 3-10 Figure 4-1: Historic Water Use ............................................................................................................ 4-3 Figure 6-1: Groundwater Basin Location ............................................................................................. 6-7 Figure 7-1: Historic Rainfall Data ........................................................................................................ 7-7
LIST OF APPENDICES
Appendix A: Notification Letters
Appendix B: City of Paramount 2022 Hazard Mitigation Plan, LA County 2025 Hazard Mitigation Plan, CBMWD Strategic Plan 2021 - 2026
Appendix C: Water Loss Audits
Appendix D: AWWA Standards
Appendix E: 2024 Consumer Confidence Report
Appendix F: City Resolution to Adopt the UWMP-WSCP
Appendix G: Ordinances
Appendix H: Submittal Tables
Appendix I: Newspaper Notification
Appendix J: Checklist
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List of Abbreviations
AB Assembly Bill
AF Acre-Feet
AFY Acre-Feet per Year
AWWA American Water Works Association
BMP Best Management Practice
Cal EMA California Emergency Management
Agency
CAP Climate Action Plan
CBMWD Central Basin Municipal Water District
CCR Consumer Confidence Report
CD Compact Disc
CDPH California Department of Public Health
CII Commercial, Industrial, Institutional
(Water Use Sectors)
CIMIS California Irrigation Management
Information System
City City of Paramount
CUWCC California Urban Water Conservation
Council
CWAC California Water Awareness Campaign
CWC California Water Code
DDW Division of Drinking Water
DMM Demand Management Measure
DOF Department of Finance
DRA Drought Risk Assessment
DWR Department of Water Resources
EPC Emergency Operations Center
EPA Environmental Protection Agency
ETo Reference Evapotranspiration
°F Fahrenheit
FY Fiscal Year
GBMP Groundwater Basins Master Plan
GDP Gross Domestic Product
GPCD Gallons per Capita per Day
GPD Gallons per Day
gpf gallon per flush
GSA Groundwater Sustainability Agency
GSWC Golden State Water Company
HECW High-Efficiency Clothes Washer
HET High-Efficiency Toilet
ID Identifier
IRWMP Integrated Regional Water
Management Plan
JOS Joint Outfall System
JWPCP Joint Water Pollution Control Plant
kWh kiloWatts per Hour
LACSD Los Angeles County Sanitation District
LRP Local Resources Program
MCL Maximum Contaminant
mg/L milligrams per Liter
MGY Million Gallons per Year
MOU Memorandum of Understanding
MWD Metropolitan Water District
NA Not Applicable
NAWI National Alliance for Water Innovation
PFAS Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances
PHG Public Health Goal
ppb Parts per Billion
ppm Parts per Million
RHNA Regional Housing Needs Allocation
RUWMP Regional Urban Water Management
Plan
SB Senate Bill
SB X7-7 Senate Bill Seven of the Senate’s
Seventh Extraordinary Session of
2009
SDP Seawater Desalination Project
SGMA Sustainable Groundwater
Management Act
SGVMWD San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water
District
USGVMWD Upper San Gabriel Valley Municipal
Water District
SWP State Water Project
SWRCB State Water Resources Control Board
SWRP Southeast Water Reliability Project
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TDS Total Dissolved Solids
ULFT Ultra-low Flush Toilet
UWMP Urban Water Management Plan
UWMP Act Urban Water Management Plan Act
UWUO Urban Water Use Objectives
WBIC Weather-Based Irrigation Controller
WRD Water Replenishment District of
Southern California
WRP Water Reclamation Plant
WSA Water Supply Assessment
WSCP Water Shortage Contingency Plan
WSRA Water Service Reliability Assessment
WUE Water Use Efficiency
WWTP Wastewater Treatment Plant
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Previous Studies and Reports
The following studies, reports, and other materials were reviewed during the preparation of this Urban Water Management Plan update:
1. City of Paramount 2020 UWMP
2. 2026 Clearwater Specific Plan
3. City of Paramount 2015 Water Master Plan Update
4. City of Paramount Water Consumption and Water Loss Audits
5. City of Paramount General Plan (Section 3)
6. January Population Housing Estimates Table E-1 Department of Finance
7. 2020 Metropolitan Water District of Southern California Annual Report
8. 2025 Metropolitan Water District of Southern California Draft UWMP
9. 2023 City of Paramount Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
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CHAPTER 1 UWMP INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW
This report comprises the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP) update for the City of Paramount (Paramount/City). Paramount is a suburban city located in southeastern Los Angeles County, California, within the Los Angeles Basin. The City encompasses 4.73 square miles of land with primarily residential, commercial, and industrial land uses. The 2025 population is approximately 52,371, based on the most recent available population estimate from the U.S. Department of Finance (DoF) from January 2025. Early economic activity in the area centered on agriculture, particularly dairy and hay production, before transitioning to the more urbanized land uses seen today. Groundwater historically supported the area’s development, similar to many communities in the Los Angeles Basin that lacked perennial rivers or streams. The 15,006 households accounted for in the City between 2020 and 2024 are primarily metered, reflecting typical urban service characteristics. The UWMP is a valuable planning document used for the following purposes:
Meet a statutory requirement of the California Water Code (CWC) Provide a key source of information for Water Supply Assessments (WSAs) and Written Verifications of Water Supply required by Senate Bill (SB) 610 and SB 221 Support regional long-range planning documents including County General Plans Serve as a critical component of developing Integrated Regional Water Management Plan (IRWMPs)
As part of the California Water Code (CWC), the California Urban Water Management Planning Act (UWMP Act) requires all urban water suppliers with more than 3,000 connections or distributing more than 3,000 acre feet per year (AFY) to complete an UWMP every five years ending in ‘5’ or ‘0’. The UWMP Act is administered by the California Department of Water Resources (DWR), who is responsible for developing guidance for preparation of the UWMPs, reviewing the submitted plans for completeness, compiling the data for statewide and regional analysis, and publishing the documents online for public access.
CWC 10620
(d)(1) An urban water supplier may satisfy the requirements of this part by participation in area wide, regional, watershed, or basin wide urban water management planning where those plans will reduce preparation costs and contribute to the achievement of conservation and efficient water use.
CWC 10621 (b)
Every urban water supplier required to prepare a plan pursuant to this part shall, at least 60 days before the public hearing on the plan required by Section 10642, notify any city or county within which the supplier provides water supplies that the urban water supplier will be reviewing the plan and considering amendments or changes to the plan.
New Requirements for 2025 Update
The 2025 UWMP requires a clearer explanation of how the document aligns with recent legislative changes, including updates to reporting timelines and planning horizons. This chapter now must reference integration with other long-range planning documents (e.g., Water Shortage Contingency Plan (WSCP) updates, climate vulnerability assessments) and describe how new data sources—particularly updated demand projections and SB 606/ Assembly Bill (AB) 1668 requirements—inform the overall plan.
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Compared to 2020, the emphasis on coordination with land-use agencies and statewide conservation programs has increased.
The following new requirements have been identified in the 2025 UWMP Guidebook for Urban Water Suppliers and have been addressed in the City’s 2025 UWMP update:
Water Loss Standard Reporting
Submittal Tables
All other changes from the 2020 UWMP are classified as updated to existing requirements.
1.1 Updated Guidance for 2025 Urban Water Management Plans Table 1-1 provides an overview of the applicable changes to the CWC since the 2020 UWMP, which have been included in this 2025 update. Chapter 9, Parts 2.55 and 2.56 of the CWC contain the primary statutory provisions governing the changes summarized below, which were adopted under the UWMP Act and related urban water conservation legislation.
Table 1-1: California Water Code Changes Since 2020 UWMP Topic Area CWC
Section(s) Summary
2025 UWMP
Guidebook
Chapter(s)
Urban Water
Use Objectives
& Conservation
Standards
10609.2
10609.4
10609.12–
10609.20
10609.33
Updates indoor residential standards (47 gallons per
capita per day (gpcd) in 2025; 42 gpcd in 2030),
formalizes long-term efficiency regulations (“Making
Conservation a California Way of Life”), and
standardizes methodologies for calculating and
reporting Urban Water Use Objectives (UWUOs),
directly affecting demand forecasting and compliance
reporting.
5 & 7
Drought
Planning &
Water Shortage
Reporting
10609.50
10632.1
10632 –10634
Expands drought planning requirements to small
water suppliers and certain school systems,
operationalizes Annual Water Shortage Assessment
Report (Annual Shortage Report), and reorganizes
WSCP requirements and submittal formats, while
retaining core statutory elements.
7 & 8
Water Use
Characterization
& Water Loss
Reporting
10631
10631.1
10631.2
Introduces updated mandatory reporting tables, aligns
water loss reporting with the 2028 Water Loss
Performance Standard, expands climate change
considerations, and separates historical, current, and
projected water use more clearly.
3 - 5
SBX7-7
Compliance &
Verification
Reporting
10608
Shifts Senate Bill Seven of the Senate’s Seventh
Extraordinary Session of 2009 (SBX7-7) reporting
from general compliance to verification of 2020
achievements and required 2025 reporting status,
with clarified pathways for suppliers that met or did
not meet conservation targets.
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Water Supply
Characterization
& Energy Use
10631
10631.1
Reorganizes supply source reporting for clarity,
integrates energy-use reporting, adds new
wastewater and desalination tables, and emphasizes
normal-year supply characterization.
6 Water Service
Reliability &
Drought Risk
Assessment
10631.5
10635
Restructures Water Service Reliability Assessment
(WSRA) and Drought Risk Assessment (DRA)
frameworks to align with year-type characterization
and supply-demand comparisons, and introduces
consolidated submittal tables for improved
consistency.
6 & 8
Demand
Management
Measures
(DMMs)
10631.5
Clarifies distinctions between wholesale and retail
supplier reporting, consolidates narrative
requirements, and refreshes organization while
maintaining required measures and five-year
implementation reporting.
9 UWMP
Preparation,
Adoption, and
Submittal
Procedures
10610 – 10621
10644
Streamlines plan preparation guidance, introduces
standardized submittal tables, updates adoption
timelines and notice requirements, and consolidates
submittal procedures to DWR, the State Library, and
local agencies.
1 & 2
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The DWR now includes a set of Submittal Tables, attached as Appendix H and included in relevant chapters, designed to ensure that all urban water suppliers report information in a consistent, comparable format. The tables function as a compliance checklist and data-reporting framework, translating narrative chapters into quantifiable entries. DWR emphasizes that UWMPs must address all requirements contained in the CWC (§10610–10656 and §10608 et seq.), and the submittal tables serve as a structured mechanism to demonstrate compliance with these statutory elements.
1.2.1 Inclusion of Submittal Tables
The Submittal Tables align with the organization of the UWMP Guidebook and provide a standardized method for reporting information related to system description, water supply characterization, demand projections, water shortage contingency planning, and conservation program performance. DWR’s UWMP checklist confirms that the tables serve as a structured framework to communicate how the urban water supplier satisfies statutory requirements across sections such as §10615, §10620, and §10631.
By including all required Submittal Tables, this UWMP enhances transparency, facilitates DWR review, and ensures comparability with other urban water suppliers throughout California. The tables also contribute to statewide data consistency, enabling DWR to compile water management information across five‑year planning cycles.
1.2.2 Optional Planning Tool
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any specific planning tool, the Department provides access to templates, calculators, and data‑entry resources through the Water Use Efficiency (WUE) Data Portal and associated guidance materials.
These tools help suppliers organize data, align assumptions with state methodologies, and streamline preparation of plan components such as population estimates, water reliability analyses, and annual assessments.
1.3 Recommended UWMP Organization
This UWMP update was prepared based on guidance from the final draft of the California DWR “2025 Urban Water Management Plan Guidebook for Urban Water Suppliers” dated January 2026 and follows the recommended chapter formatting identified in the guidebook and briefly described below.
Chapter 1 – UWMP Introduction and Overview: This chapter identifies changes since the 2020 UWMP, fundamentals of the 2025 UWMP, and the required lay description of the City and its service area. Some subsequent chapters also include an initial lay description.
Chapter 2 – Plan Preparation: This chapter provides information on processes used to develop the UWMP, including efforts in coordination and outreach.
Chapter 3 – Service Area Descriptions: This chapter includes maps of the service area, an explanation of the service area and climate, and detail on the public water system.
Chapter 4 – Water Use Characterization: This chapter provides a description and quantification of the current and projected water uses within the City’s service area.
Chapter 5 – SBX&-7 Baselines, 2020 Targets, and 2025 Reporting: This chapter describes the City’s compliance with the 2025 per-capita water conservation mandate, presents the City’s 2025 per-capita target value that was adopted in the 2020 UWMP, and compliance with per-capita target based upon actual 2025 customer water use.
Chapter 6 – Normal-Year Water Supply Characterization: This chapter provides a description and quantification of current and projected potable and non-potable water supplies. A narrative description of each supply source and quantification of the supply availability for each supply source was identified.
Chapter 7 – Water Service Reliability and Drought Risk Assessment: This chapter describes the City’s water system reliability through at least a 20-year planning horizon. The description includes normal, single dry year, and five consecutive dry years. The water system reliability differs from the Drought Risk Assessment (DRA) by allowing a different basis for characterizing the five consecutive dry years.
Chapter 8 – Water Shortage Contingency Plan: This chapter provides a structured plan for dealing with water shortages, incorporating prescriptive information and standardized action levels, along with implementation actions in the event of a catastrophic supply interruption.
Chapter 9 – Demand Management Measures: This chapter identifies the City’s efforts to promote conservation and to reduce demand on the water supply; specifically including a narrative describing efforts to implement demand management measures.
Chapter 10 – Plan Adoption, Submittal, and Implementation: This chapter describes and documents the steps taken to make the UWMP publicly available, as well as the steps taken to adopt and submit the UWMP in accordance with the Water Code, and also describes the City’s plan to implement the UWMP.
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Appendices: To support and further clarify information included in the main chapters of the UWMP, relevant information has been included in the appendix of this UWMP.
1.4 UWMPs in Relation to Other Efforts
A UWMP is prepared by local Suppliers that have the in-depth and practical knowledge of their water systems. The information contained in each Supplier’s UWMP reflects the operations of its system in the context of the Supplier’s customers, supplies, and service area. This local planning and preparation remains the fundamental focus of the UWMP.
In addition to the local Supplier focus, the UWMP requires coordination with other planning agencies and is most effective when integrated with other planning efforts. Land-use planning agencies, such as cities and counties, prepare General Plans and Specific Plans that affect a Supplier’s analysis provided in its UWMP, and vice versa. Moreover, Water Master Plans, facility plans, Recycled Water Master Plans, Integrated Regional Water Management Plans, local or regional Hazard Mitigation Plans, and others need to be synthesized with a Supplier’s UWMP to ensure a holistic planning process.
For the City’s UWMP, elements of the following reports and documents were utilized to develop the required sections of the plan (a brief description is provided for the relevant information contained in each document):
2020 Urban Water Management Plan: Served as the basis for the 2025 update. City of Paramount Draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, August 2022 City of Paramount Housing Element, March 2022
2020 – 2025 Water Loss Audits
1.4.1 Specific Considerations
Other related analysis and information related to the Delta Plan and Ocean Desalination projects are not included in this UWMP, as they do not relate to the City.
1.5 Department of Water Resources’ Review Process
The DWR reviews each UWMP to ensure it satisfies the requirements of the CWC and aligns with the organizational structure and reporting expectations outlined in the UWMP Guidebook. Once a UWMP is submitted through the WUE data portal, DWR conducts a completeness and compliance review and later compiles statewide findings for legislative reporting. DWR’s review focuses on verifying that suppliers have addressed all required elements, appropriately used Submittal Tables, and incorporated accurate and consistent data as referenced in the UWMP Checklist. After the review, DWR will contact the Supplier with one of the following letter types:
UWMP Address Water Code Requirements: The submitted UWMP addresses the requirements of the Water Code and has met the eligibility requirements for grants and loans under Water Code Section 10608.56.
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and loans under Water Code Section 10608.56, but DWR will provide recommendations for portions that could use slight adjustment in the next round of UWMPs. UWMP Advisory Letter: The submitted UWMP did not address all Water Code requirements or that it cannot be determined whether all requirements have been addressed. The Supplier must then submit an amended UWMP that addresses the deficiencies or necessary information documenting the requirements addressed.
UWMP Does Not Address Water Code Requirements: The UWMP has not addressed all the requirements of the Water Code, and is issued if no response has been received to a UWMP Advisory Letter.
Indeterminate: It could not be determined whether the submitted UWMP has addressed the Water Code’s UWMP requirements.
1.6 UWMP and Grant or Loan Eligibility
For a Supplier to be eligible for any water grant or loan administered by DWR, the Supplier must have a current UWMP on file that has been determined by DWR to address the requirements of the Water Code.
A current UWMP must also be maintained by the Supplier throughout the term of any grant or loan administered by DWR. An UWMP may also be required in order to be eligible for other state funding, depending on the conditions that are specified in the funding guidelines. Suppliers are encouraged to seek guidance on the specifics of any state funding source from the respective funding agencies.
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CHAPTER 2 PLAN PREPARATION
New Requirements for 2025 Update
The 2025 update requires agencies to incorporate the most recent demographic, land-use, and housing information, including updated Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) allocations where applicable.
This chapter now places greater emphasis on climate-related vulnerabilities and the geographic areas most sensitive to water supply reductions. Unlike the 2020 UWMP, the 2025 version requires more explicit coordination with local General Plans, hazard mitigation plans, and SB 379 climate adaptation updates.
2.1 Basis for Preparing a Plan
CWC 10617
“Urban water supplier” means a supplier, either publicly or privately owned, providing water for municipal purposes either directly or indirectly to more than 3,000 customers or supplying more than 3,000 acre-feet of water annually. An urban water supplier includes a supplier or contractor for water, regardless of the basis of right, which distributes or sells for ultimate resale to customers. This part applies only to water supplied from public water systems… The City is required to prepare an UWMP since it supplies an average of ~6,300 acre-feet (AF) per year within its service area. In 2025, the City produced approximately 5,122 acre-feet (AF) of water.
CWC 10620(b)
Every person that becomes an urban water supplier shall adopt an urban water management plan within one year after it has become an urban water supplier.
CWC 10621(a)
Each urban water supplier shall update its plan at least once every five years on or before December 31, in years ending in five and zero, except as provided in subdivision (d). (d) Each urban water supplier shall update and submit its 2015 plan to the department by July 1, 2016.
In 1985 and 1990 the City adopted the CBMWD’s UWMP as its own. In 1995 the City issued its own UWMP citing it as an amendment to CBMWD’s UWMP. From 2000 and on, the City adopted its own UWMP completely separate from CBMWD and other agencies. The City’s first completely independent adoption of the UWMP occurred in 2000, they have completed and submitted UWMP Updates in 2005, 2010, 2015, and 2020.
2.1.1 Suppliers with Both Wholesale and Retail Sales
The City is a Retail water supplier, operating its own water system and providing potable water directly to customers within its service boundaries. The City does not serve as a wholesale distributor to other retail agencies.
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2.1.2 Public Water Systems
CWC 10644(a)(2)
The plan, or amendments to the plan, submitted to the department… shall include any standardized forms, tables, or displays specified by the department.
CWC 10608.52(a)
The department, in consultation with the board, the California Bay-Delta Authority or its successor agency, the State Department of Public Health, and the Public Utilities Commission, shall develop a single standardized water use information needs of each agency, including the needs of urban water suppliers that elect to determine and report progress toward achieving targets on a regional basis as provided in subdivision (a) of Section 10608.28. (b) At a minimum, the form shall be developed to accommodate information sufficient to assess an urban water supplier’s compliance with conservation targets pursuant to Section 10608.24… The form shall accommodate reporting by urban water suppliers on an individual or regional basis as provided in subdivision (a) of Section 10608.28.
California Health and Safety Code 116275
(h) “Public Water System” means a system for the provision of water for human consumption through pipes or other constructed conveyances that has 15 or more service connections or regularly serves at least 25 individuals daily at least 60 days out of the year.
The City’s 2015 UWMP utilized the DWR standardized forms, tables, or displays. This use of forms, tables, or displays is continued throughout the 2025 UWMP.
The City is a public urban water supplier serving an estimated population of 52,371 people. Table 2-1 provides a summary of the number of connections and total volume of water supplied by the City to its customers for calendar year 2025. The City serves a single public water system and service area.
Table 2-1: Retail Only: Public Water Systems
Public Water System
Number
Public Water System
Name
Number of Municipal
Connections 2025
Volume of Water
Supplied 2025 (AF)
CA1910105 Paramount – City,
Water Department 7,556 5,122
TOTAL 7,556 5,122
Notes:
1. Table coordinates with WUE Table 2-1R
2.2 Individual or Regional Plans
The City has developed a UWMP that reports solely on its individual service area as identified in Table 2-2. This plan addresses all applicable CWC requirements, including necessary references to historical SB X7-7 targets, while meeting the current long-term water use efficiency requirements under AB 1668 and SB 606.
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Table 2-2: Plan Identification
Type of Plan
☒ Individual UWMP
☐
Water Supplier is also a member of a
Regional Urban Water Management Plan
(RUWMP)
☐
Water Supplier is also a member of a
Regional Alliance
☐ Regional Urban Water Management Plan
Notes:
1. Table coordinates with WUE Table 2-2
2.2.1 Regional Reporting
The City will not be participating in a regional 2025 UWMP; however, the City has developed stand-alone UWMPs since 2000 and will do so for the 2025 update. The goal of this UWMP is to address all the requirement of the CWC. As part of this effort, the agency notified and coordinated with the Central Basin Municipal Water District (CBMWD), County of Los Angeles, Metropolitan Water District (MWD), and the Long Beach Water Department.
2.3 Fiscal or Calendar Year and Units of Measure
CWC 1608.20
(a)(1) Urban retail water suppliers… may determine the targets on a fiscal year or calendar year basis
2.3.1 Fiscal or Calendar Year
The City uses Fiscal Years for its database. Information regarding Agency type, year basis and unit of measure used is presented in Table 2-3 below.
Table 2-3: Supplier Identification
Type of Supplier
☐ Supplier is a wholesaler
☒ Supplier is a retailer
Fiscal or Calendar Year
☐ UWMP Tables Are in Calendar Years
☒ UWMP Tables Are in Fiscal Years
If using fiscal years provide month and date that the fiscal year begins (mm/dd)
Units of Measure Used in UWMP
Unit AF
Notes:
1. Table coordinates with WUE Table 2-3
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2.3.2 Units of Measure
Water volumes presented in this 2025 UWMP are measured in AF as identified in Table 2-3.
2.4 Coordination and Outreach
CWC 10631
(j) An urban water supplier that relies upon a wholesale agency for a source of water shall provide the wholesale agency with water use projections from that agency for that source of water in fiveyear increments to 20 years or as far as data is available. The wholesale agency shall provide information to the urban water supplier for inclusion in the urban water supplier’s plan that identifies and quantifies, to the extent practicable, the existing and planned sources of water as required by subdivision (b), available from the wholesale agency to the urban water supplier over the same five-year increments, and during various water-year types in accordance with subdivision (c). An urban water supplier may rely upon water supply information provided by the wholesale agency in fulfilling the plan informational requirements of subdivisions (b) and (c).
2.4.1 Wholesale and Retail Coordination
The CBMWD is a wholesale urban water supplier that currently supplies ~4% of the City’s water. The CBMWD was provided a copy of the draft UWMP for review and comment as shown in Table 2-4.
Table 2-4: Retail: Water Supplier Information Exchange
The retail supplier has informed the following wholesale supplier(s) of projected water use in accordance with CWC 10631.
Wholesale Water Supplier Name
Central Basin Municipal Water District
Notes:
1. Table coordinates with WUE Table 2-4R
2.4.2 Coordination with Other Agencies and the Community CWC 10620
(d)(3) Each urban water supplier shall coordinate the preparation of its plan with other appropriate agencies in the area, including other water suppliers that share a common source, water management agencies, and relevant public agencies, to the extent practicable.
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with other related regional plans and initiatives. The coordination activities conducted by the City in preparation of this plan are summarized in Table 2-5.
Table 2-5: Agency Coordination
Agency
Sent a
notice of
public
hearing
for draft
UWMP
Commented
on the draft
Attended
public
meetings
Contacted
for
assistance
Sent a
copy
of the
draft
plan
Sent a
notice of
intention
to adopt
Notice of
Plan
Availability
CBMWD X
Golden State
Water
Company
X
City of Long
Beach X
CWC 10642
Each urban water supplier shall encourage the active involvement of diverse social, cultural, and economic elements of the population within the service area prior to and during the preparation of the plan.
The City realizes the importance different social, cultural, and economic elements within its service area can have on the quality and success of its plan and water conservation efforts. The City encouraged all members of the public to attend the public hearing, and the City solicited written input from the public.
Additionally, the City advertised, and provided a draft version of the plan on its website to allow public review and comment.
2.4.3 Notice to Cities and Counties
CWC 10621 (b)
Every urban water supplier required to prepare a plan pursuant to this part shall, at least 60 days before the public hearing on the plan required by Section 10642, notify any city or county within which the supplier provides water supplies that the urban water supplier will be reviewing the plan and considering amendments or changes to the plan.
The City encouraged public input, review, and comment on this UWMP update. The CBMWD and County of Los Angeles were provided notice that an update to the City UWMP was being prepared and provided notice of the public hearing on the Plan. Further information on coordination of the Plan and the public involvement process is included in Chapter 10.
Copies of the letters are available in Appendix A, as well as the distribution addresses.
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CHAPTER 3 SERVICE AREA DESCRIPTION
New Requirements for 2025 Update
Chapter 3 now includes enhanced reporting on system interties, backup supplies, and operational constraints that affect reliability. The 2025 update requires more detailed descriptions of groundwater basin conditions, consistent with Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) progress and any major infrastructure additions since 2020. The chapter also must reflect recent changes in treatment processes, surface water rights, recycled water infrastructure, and conveyance capacity, which were not as thoroughly required in 2020.
CWC Section 10631
Describe the service area of the supplier, including current and projected population, climate, and other social, economic, and demographic factors affecting the supplier’s water management planning. The projected population estimates shall be based upon data from the state, regional, or local service agency population projections within the service area of the urban water supplier and shall be in five-year increments to 20 years or as far as data is available. The description shall include the current and projected land uses within the existing or anticipated service area affecting the supplier’s water management planning. Urban water suppliers shall coordinate with local or regional land use authorities to determine the most appropriate land use information, including, where appropriate, land use information obtained from local or regional land use authorities, as developed pursuant to Article 5 (commencing with Section 65300) of Chapter 3 of Division 1 of Title 7 of the Government Code.
3.1 General Description
The City is located in the southeastern portion of Los Angeles County, between the Los Angeles and San Gabriel Rivers. It is 12 miles north of the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach and 15 miles south of downtown Los Angeles. It occupies an area of approximately 4.8 square miles (2,800 acres). The predominant land use in the City is residential, with land also dedicated to commercial, industrial, municipal, parks and recreation, school, and hospital uses.
The City has three water sources: groundwater, imported water (surface), and recycled water. The City also has a emergency mutual-aid domestic water connection with the City of Long Beach. Additionally, there is an existing, one-way, emergency interconnection which allows the Golden State Water Company (GSWC) to receive water from the City when needed. Currently, the City’s water department serves the community, with MWD (via CBMWD) supplementing water demands when needed.
The City provides potable water service to its residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional customers within the City limits. The City’s current water system that includes three wells; two imported water connections; approximately 130 miles of water transmission and distribution mains; and appurtenant valves, hydrants, and equipment. Currently, the City does not have any storage reservoirs, although the groundwater basin acts as ground storage for the City.
The City overlies the Central Groundwater Basin (Central Basin). Upon the Central Basin’s adjudication in 1965, the City was allocated an annual pumping right, which currently stands at 5,883 AF per year plus 60% annual carryover rights. Well No. 15 and No. 16 are the City’s two existing groundwater wells as of 2025. Table 3-0a provides a description of the City wells.
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Table 3-0a: Well Operating Capacities
Well Name Gallons per Day (GPD)
City of Paramount Well 15 2,736,000
City of Paramount Well 16 4,896,000
Total 7,632,000
3.2 Service Area Boundary Maps
Figure 3-1 shows the City in a regional context and Figure 3-2 shows the extents of the current service area. There have been no annexations or adjustments to the service area or City boundary since 2020.
3.3 Service Area Climate
CWC Section 10631(a)
Describe the service area of the supplier, including climate.
CWC Section 10630
It is the intention of the Legislature, in enacting this part, to permit levels of water management planning… while accounting for impacts of climate change.
Temperature
The City’s semi-arid climate is temperate year-round, with mild and dry summer and wet cool winters.
The temperature range is generally moderate as depicted in Figure 3-3; the average high temperature is 73.4 Fahrenheit (°F) and the average minimum annual temperature is 52.8 °F.
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Figure 3-1: City of Paramount Regional Location
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Figure 3-2: City of Paramount Service Area
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Figure 3-3: Average Temperatures
Precipitation
The City’s annual total precipitation is 11.9 inches. The total monthly precipitation in the City for 2025 is presented in Figure 3-4.
Figure 3-4: Total Precipitation
0 10
20 30
40 50
60 70
80 90
Temperature (°F)
Mean Daily Temperatures as of 2025
Mean Daily Minimum Mean Daily Maximum
0 0.5
1 1.5
2 2.5
3 3.5
Monthly Total Precipitation
(in.)
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Additionally, seasonal variation in temperature, rainfall, and evapotranspiration (Eto) rate are illustrated in Table 3-1.
Table 3-1: Climate Data1
Avg. High Temp.
(°F)
Avg. Low Temp.
(°F)
Total
Precipitation
(in)
Total ETo (in)
January 67.7 39 0.4 2.40
February 67.9 46.5 2.97 2.41
March 65.8 46.5 1.23 3.57
April 69 49.4 0.28 4.50
May 73.4 56.1 0.03 5.17
June 76.1 59.3 0.06 5.22
July 77.6 59.9 0 5.70
August 82.6 62.4 0.01 5.82
September 82.9 62.6 0.07 4.48
October 76.8 53.7 1.05 3.47
November 71.1 51 3.37 1.84
December 70.3 47.4 2.39 1.63
Source:
1. CIMIS Monthly Report for Station #174
(https://cimis.water.ca.gov/UserControls/Reports/MonthlyReportViewer.aspx)
3.4 Service Area Population and Demographics
3.4.1 Service Area Population
CWC Section 10631(a)
Describe the service area of the supplier, including current and projected population… The projected estimates shall be based upon data from the state, regional, or local service agency population projections within the service area of the urban water supplier and shall be in five-year increments to 20 years or as far as data is available.
The area was first founded in 1886 when the California Cooperative Colony Tract Company subdivided the land and sold off tracts in what was then known as the town of Clearwater, named after the adjacent lake. This area was then used for farming and dairy uses, the latter of which was spurned on by the influx DRAFT
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of dairymen from the Netherlands and Portugal in the 1920s. During this time, water was obtained through various sources, which included the Los Angeles River, Clearwater Lake, and through groundwater.
By the late 1920s, the Signal Hill oil boom, brought on the development of several refineries in the area and several subsequent housing tracts, causing the City to triple in size within five years. In addition, the construction of the Los Angeles Terminal Railroad through the City and heavy industries, which are located adjacent to it, continued on the urbanization of the City. The City has approximately 15,006 dwelling units and there is an average of 3.54 persons per household.
The City was incorporated in 1957 and population growth increased at a high annual rate of 2.46% between 1960 and 1970 but tailed off to 0.47% between 1970 and 1980. The population took off between 1980 and 2005 growing 60% during this 25-year period as a result of City development.
The City’s population has steadily decreased in the last 20 years. The largest population increase occurred in the early 2010’s and continued to decrease after the period of growth. Figure 3-5 provides a summary of historical growth rates from the City’s service area over the last twenty years (based on values from the Department of Finance) with the following average growth rates:
5-year growth rate of -2.1% (2020-2025)
10-year growth rate of -4.6% (2015-2025)
20-year growth rate of -6.2% (2005-2025)
Figure 3-5: Service Area 25-Year Population and Growth Chart -0.9%
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0.2%
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50,000
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200520062007200820092010201120122013201420152016201720182019202020212022202320242025 Growth Rate (%)
Population
Population Growth Rate
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Despite the decrease in the past 20 years, the population in the City is expected to increase slightly through 2045. The increase is based on the housing elements estimated growth rate of 3.7% through 2045 and the Clearwater Specific Plan’s population growth of 4,643. This amounts to a total growth rate of approximately 12.7% over the 20-year planning horizon, which is consistent with the anticipated growth in LA County which is estimated to be 14.8% through 2045. Table 3-2 shows the current and projected population growth.
Table 3-2: Retail: Population -- Current and Projected
Year 2025 2030 2035 2040 2045
Population
Served 52,371 53,962 55,602 57,292 59,033
Notes:
2. 2025 population based on Department of Finance data
3. 3.7% growth rate through 2045 plus 4,643 estimated from the Clearwater Specific Plan (12.7% in total anticipated growth)
4. Service area population is defined as the population served by the distribution system.
5. Table coordinates with WUE Table 3-1R
3.4.2 Other Social, Economic, and Demographic Factors
CWC Section 10631
Describe the service area of the supplier, including… other social, economic and demographic factors affecting the supplier’s water management planning.
With decreased new development and increased City water conservation in the past 15 years, the City domestic water demand has been fairly flat while averaging approximately 4.4 million GPD. City water demand is estimated to increase slightly in the future as a result of the projected increase in population.
City water demand also fluctuates as a result of climatic variations. For example, between 1996/97 and 2004/05, City water demand increased 7.0% in 1997/98 when rainfall was high (29.7 inches) and decreased 5.0% in 2003/04 when rainfall was low (7.5 inches).
When it comes to evaluating socioeconomic correlations to increased community water use and ultimately, water insecurity, low-income areas are of particular interest. Low-income individuals are often limited financially and can only afford older rundown homes with less upkeep. Buildings of that nature tend to lack proper piping connections, water fixture sealings, etc. making them prone to drips, leaks, and floods. Poor water control characteristics such as these raise a red flag. Not to any surprise, as the U.S. has seen a gradual increase in overall Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Growth Rates from 2013 through 2018 at an average of 0.19% a year, the City has also seen a steady increase in median household incomes starting at $44,934 in 2013 and progressing all the way up to $75,250 in 2024 (www.census.gov/quickfacts). Most notably, there was a 5.8% household income growth between 2023 and 2024. However, despite this positive rise in income, the City in general is consistently well below the CA median household income values by approximately $24,000, classifying the City as a disadvantaged community. Furthermore, 2024 statistics show that 12.6% of individuals residing in the City are below the poverty level. To put this into perspective, in 2024, 6,447 out of 51,169 people (12.6%) in the City were under the poverty line compared to the national average of 11.1%.
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As of 2025, the City has experienced an unemployment rate of 5.0%, distinctly larger than the US average of 4.4%. Unemployment can impact water use according to a study done by Cranfield University.
According to research, household water consumption changes significantly after the start of the COVID19 lockdown. Although the study was not focused on the City, the water use patterns for the unemployed are likely similar. At home activities such as showering, laundry, gardening, etc. can happen more frequently when individuals increase time spent at home. As the City’s unemployment rate fluctuates, the City may find a correlation between water use and unemployment.
3.5 Land Uses within Service Area
The current service area encompasses approximately 2,124 developed acres (excluding railroads, utility easements, roadways, etc). Table 3-3 shows a summary of the currently developed land uses throughout the existing service area.
Table 3-3: Developed Land Use Summary within Service Area Land Use Category Gross Land Acres Percent of Total
Single-Family
Residential 500 24%
Multi-Family
Residential 448 21%
Commercial 84 4%
Public Facility 156 7%
Industrial 217 10%
Area Plan 423 20%
Mixed-Use 91 4%
Office Professional 140 7%
Open Space 20 < 1%
Recreation 45 2%
Total 2,124 100%
Figure 3-6 provides an overview of the overall land use categories within the City’s service area.
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Figure 3-6: City of Paramount Land Use
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CHAPTER 4 WATER USE CHARACTERIZATION
New Requirements for 2025 Update
New for 2025, agencies must incorporate updated water loss audit requirements, revised demand categories, and updated standards related to the statewide conservation framework. The chapter requires the use of the latest DWR demand reporting tables and clearer documentation of how future demand projections incorporate land-use, climate, and economic growth factors. Compared to 2020, the 2025 UWMP places stronger emphasis on distinguishing indoor vs. outdoor use and documenting nonrevenue water trends.
4.1 Non-Potable Versus Potable Water Use
Recycled water is addressed comprehensively in Section 6.2.5.
4.2 Past, Current, and Projected Water Use by Sector
In this section, current and projected water usage is addressed. Table 4-2 displays water use in five-year increments from 2025 to 2050.
4.2.1 Water Use Sectors Listed in Water Code
CWC 10631(d)
(1) For an urban retail water supplier, quantify, to the extent records are available, past and current water use, over the same five-year increments described in subdivision (a), and projected water use, based upon information developed pursuant to subdivision (a), identifying the uses among water use sectors, including, but not necessarily limited to, all of the following use:
(A) Single-family residential
(B) Multifamily
(C) Commercial
(D) Industrial
(E) Institutional and governmental
(F) Landscape
(G) Sales to other agencies
(H) Saline water intrusion barriers, groundwater recharge, or conjunctive use, or any combination thereof
(I) Agricultural
(J) Distribution system water loss
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The City’s service area includes the following water demand sectors listed in the CWC applicable to the UWMP update:
Single Family Residential: Single family detached dwellings Multi-Family Residential: Apartments, condominiums, town houses, duplexes and trailer parks Commercial/Institutional: Retail establishments, office buildings, laundries, schools, prisons, hospitals, dormitories, nursing homes, hotels, and churches Industrial: Warehouses, light manufacturing facilities, and processing facilities Landscape: Public parks, recreational fields, school grounds, landscaped medians, and rights-of-way
Other: Miscellaneous water uses not captured in the categories above, such as construction water use, temporary uses, and other minor or miscellaneous demands (less than 1% of deliveries, combined)
Distribution system water loss: Water losses associated with the conveyance and distribution of potable water, including real losses (e.g., leaks, breaks) and apparent losses (e.g., meter)
4.2.2 Water Use Sectors in Addition to Those Listed in Water Code To provide clarity, the following sectors are not currently applicable to the City’s current demands in this UWMP update:
Exchanges
Surface Water Augmentation
Wetlands or Wildlife Habitat
Agriculture
Saline water intrusion barriers, groundwater recharge, or conjunctive use For the City’s imported water source, as described in Section 6.2.1, the City purchases water from CBMWD.
4.2.3 Past Water Use
The City’s Water System currently serves approximately 52,371 people within its service area. With the City being almost completely built-out, significant growth or increase in water demands are not anticipated in future years. Key factors that affect water demands are; population growth, increases in land use development, industrial growth, and reductions in annual rainfall. For the City, population and rainfall exhibit the greatest influence. Usage of water per capita day ranged primarily between 115 – 123 Gallons per Capita per Day (GPCD) during the 2001 – 2010 baseline period and has since been trending lower, as shown in Figure 4-1, with 2023 having the lowest per capita water use in the past 20 years.
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Consumption has ranged from a low of 80 GPCD in 2023 to a maximum of 123 GPCD in 2008. The average use per day during the period from 2001 through 2020 was 110 gallons per person.
Figure 4-1: Historic Water Use
Table 4-1 provides historical water usage.
70 80
90 100
110
120
130
20062007200820092010201120122013201420152016201720182019202020212022202320242025 GPCD
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Table 4-1: Historic Water Use
Fiscal Year Gross Water Use
(Million Gallons per
Year (MGY))
Population Usage Per Capita Day
(GPCD)
2006 2,461 57,626 122
2007 2,398 57,601 122
2008 2,444 57,638 123
2009 2,365 57,874 120
2010 2,187 57,989 111
2011 2,214 54,191 112
2012 2,238 54,486 113
2013 2,217 54,722 111
2014 2,162 55,076 108
2015 2,084 55,302 103
2016 1,898 54,909 95
2017 2,082 54,909 104
2018 2,143 54,387 108
2019 1,769 53,955 90
2020 1,799 54,098 89
2021 1,677 53,255 86
2022 1,683 52,728 87
2023 1,534 52,502 80
2024 1,558 52,415 81
2025 1,621 52,371 85
4.2.4 Current Water Use
Table 4-2 provides an overview of the existing water demands by use type within the City’s service area for calendar year 2025.
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Table 4-2: Total Uses for Potable and Non-Potable Water - Actual Use Type
2025 Actual Water Use
Potable or Non-Potable Volume (AF)
Single-Family Potable 1,172
Multi-Family Potable 2,253
Commercial Potable 525
Landscape Irrigation Potable / Non-Potable 105
Agricultural Irrigation Potable / Non-Potable 47
Industrial Potable 508
Other Potable 365
Losses Potable 147
Total (AF) 5,122
Notes:
1. Demands = Annual water consumption by customer type as shown above.
2. Values represent metered use as reported to DWR.
3. Table coordinates with WUE Table 4-1R
4.2.5 Projected Water Use
Based on the 2020 UWMP, the City was required to comply with an urban water use target of 114 gpcd by 2020. The City’s 2020 gpcd was 89 and therefore, met the urban water use target. Table 4-3 provides a summary of historical gpcd within the service area and years of mandatory conservation with requested conservation level (% reduction).
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Table 4-3: Historical Use Rates (GPCD)
Year
Service
Area
Population
Water
Production
(AFY)
Gross
Water Use
(gpcd)
Meter
Residential
Use (AFY)
Residential
Water Use
(gpcd)
Mandatory
Conservation
(%)
2020 53,467 5,576 93 3,519 59 -
2021 53,255 5,371 90 3,543 59 -
2022 52,728 5,312 90 3,556 60 -
2023 52,502 5,040 86 3,239 55 -
2024 52,415 4,996 85 3,291 56 -
2025 52,371 5,122 87 3,424 58 -
6-Year Average 89 3,429 58
Notes:
1. Water Production = Value of water supplied from Water Audit Validation spreadsheets
2. Meter Residential Use estimated based on total production minus water losses times the total residential water land use percentage.
Annual water demand within the service area was assumed to increase in proportion to the population projection in Table 3-1. The demand projections in Table 4‑4 are based on the population projections presented in Table 3-2 multiplied by the per capita water use in Table 4-3 and then allocated across use types using the customer-type percentages from Table 4‑2. The following equation was used to determine the City’s demand projections:
89
Table 4-4: Retail: Total Uses for Potable, and Non-Potable Water - Projected Use Type
Projected Water Use (AF)
Potable or
Non-Potable 2030 2035 2040 2045
Single Family Potable 1,266 1,305 1,345 1,385
Multi-Family Potable 2,437 2,511 2,587 2,666
Commercial Potable 567 585 602 621
Landscape Irrigation Potable 550 566 584 601
Agricultural Irrigation Potable 114 117 121 125
Industrial Potable 51 52 54 55
Other Potable 395 407 419 432
Losses Potable 147 147 147 147
Total (AF) 5,527 5,690 5,859 6,032
Notes:
6. Table coordinates with WUE Table 4-2R
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4.2.5.1 Lower Income Households
The projected water demands for lower income households were included in the City’s total projected water demands, as indicated in Table 4-5.
Table 4-5: Inclusion in Water Use Projections
Reporting Period Start Date Volume of Water Loss (AF)
Are Future Water Savings Included in Projections? No
If “Yes” to above, state the section or page number, in the cell to the right, where citations of the codes, ordinances, or otherwise are utilized in demand projections are found.
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Are Lower Income Residential Demands Included in Projections? Yes Notes:
1. Table coordinates with WUE Table 4-3R
4.2.5.2 Climate Change Considerations
The City conducted a hazard mitigation plan for the existing water service area in 2022; however, no official climate change vulnerability assessment has been done for the City. Climate change considerations relevant to the City’s water supply are incorporated into regional planning efforts, including the Los Angeles County Multi‑Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan, as well as applicable groundwater sustainability planning and regional water management documents for the Central Basin in their Strategic Plan 2021-2026. These documents are included in Appendix B.
4.3 Distribution System Water Loss
CWC 10631
(e)(1) Quantify, to the extent records are available, past and current water use over the same fiveyear increments described in subdivision (a), and projected water use, identifying the uses among water use sectors, including but not necessarily limited to, all of the following uses: … (J) Distribution system water loss
(3)(A)&(C) Retail supplies shall provide quantified distribution system losses for each of the five preceding years and whether or not the state standard was met. (B) The distribution system water loss quantification shall be reported in accordance with a worksheet approved or developed by the department through a public process. The water loss quantification worksheet shall be based on the water system balance methodology developed by the American Water Works Association.
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Distribution system water losses are defined by the Guidebook as the physical potable water losses from the pressurized water distribution system and the Supplier’s storage facilities up to the point of delivery to the customer’s system. The following sections summarize the distribution system losses for the previous five years, as well as the City’s progress toward meeting water loss performance standards.
4.3.1 Previous Five Years Distribution System Losses
Table 4-6 summarizes the distribution system water loss reporting for each of the five years preceding the plan update. The Water Loss Audit Reports are included in Appendix C.
Table 4-6: Water Loss Audit Reporting
Reporting Period Submitted to DWR Water Loss Audit
Program (Yes/No)
Volume of Water Loss (AF)
2020 Yes 464
2021 Yes 223
2022 Yes 145
2023 Yes 334
2024 Yes 215
2025 Yes 147
Notes:
1. Water loss based on AWWA worksheet values.
7. Table coordinates with WUE Table 4-5R
4.3.2 Progress Toward Meeting the Water Loss Performance Standard The City is required to provide data demonstrating its efforts to meet the State Water Board Water Loss Performance Standard (23 Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) Section 980) set in 2023. The goal of the Water Loss Performance Standard is to minimize water losses in the system, improve system efficiency, support long-term water conservation and supply reliability. The Water Loss Performance Standard does not have to be met until 2028.
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Table 4-7: Progress Towards 2028 Water Loss Standard
Public
Water
System
Identifier
(ID)
Did the
Water
Board
Calculate
a Water
Loss
Standard
for this
Public
Water
System?
Real Water Loss
1 Apparent Water Loss
1 State Water Board
Standard
Most Recent Americal
Water Works
Association (AWWA)
Water Loss Audit
Real
Water
Loss
Gallons
Per Unit
Per Day
State Water Board
Standard
Most Recent AWWA
Water Loss Audit
Apparent
Water
Loss
Gallons
Per Unit
per Day
2028
Real
Water
Loss
Standard
per Unit
per Day2
Units for
Real
Water
Loss2
Number of
Units
(Connections or
Miles
correspon
ding with
units
selected)
Volume
of Total
Real
Loss
(from
AWWA
Water
Loss
Audit)3
2028
Apparent
Water
Loss
Standard
per Unit
per Day
2 Units for
Apparent
Water
Loss
2 Number
of
Connections
Volume
of Total
Apparent
Loss
(from
AWWA
Water
Audit)
CA1910105 Yes 61.8
Gallons
per
Service
Connecti
on per
Day
(gpscd)
7,556 74.9 8.9 13.6
Gallons per
Service
Connection
per Day
(GPSCD)
7,556 71.9 8.5
Notes:
1. Water Loss based on AWWA 2025 worksheet values. 2. Water Board’s Calculated Water Loss Standards (Appendix D). 3. AFY= Acre-feet per year 4. Table coordinates with WUE Table 4-6R DRAFT
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CHAPTER 5 SB X7-7 Baselines, 2020 Targets, and 2025
Reporting
New Requirements for 2025 Update
This is a substantially new component that was not included in the 2020 plans. The 2025 UWMP must summarize the agency’s progress toward meeting its urban water-use objective, describe compliance pathways, and document component standards (indoor residential use, outdoor residential use, Commercial, Industrial, Institutional (Water Use Sectors) (CII) performance measures, and water loss).
Agencies must also describe variances and supply considerations relevant to objective calculations. This chapter represents one of the largest additions to the report compared to 2020.
5.1 Reporting Requirements for Wholesale Suppliers
The City is not a wholesale supplier; therefore, this section does not apply to the City.
5.2 Reporting Requirements for Retail Suppliers
5.2.1 Supplier Was Not an Urban Retail Water Supplier in 2020 The City was an urban retail water supplier in 2020; therefore, this section does not apply.
5.2.2 Supplier Met 2020 Target in 2020
The City met targeted reduction in 2020.
Table 5-1: SB X7-7 2020 Target Progress
Was Supplier
part of a
merger or
consolidation
since 2020?
Individual
Target
2020
Target
Actual 2020
GPCD
Did Supplier
Achieve Targeted
Reduction for
2020?
Actual 2025
GPCD
No 114 114 89 Yes 87
Notes:
1. Table coordinates with WUE Table 5-1R
The City successfully met its SB X7-7 2020 target of 114 GPCD, achieving an actual use of 89 GPCD in 2020, and continued to maintain water use below the target with an even lower actual use of 87 GPCD in 2025.
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5.2.3 Supplier Did Not Meet 2020 Target in 2020 – No Change to Service Area The City met targeted reduction in 2020; therefore, this section does not apply to the City.
5.2.4 Supplier Did Not Meet 2020 Target in 2020 – Change to Service Area The City met 2020 targeted reduction in 2020; therefore, this section does not apply to the City.
5.2.5 Funding Eligibility
The City met 2020 targeted reduction in 2020; therefore, the City is eligible to receive water grants or loans from the State of California.
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CHAPTER 6 NORMAL-YEAR WATER SUPPLY
CHARACTERIZATION
New Requirements for 2025 Update
The 2025 update requires agencies to integrate the latest water reliability assessments from suppliers, wholesalers, and Groundwater Sustainability Agencies (GSAs); account for SGMA-related limitations; and describe climate-adjusted supply projections. The chapter must now include more detailed descriptions of water rights constraints, hydrologic variability, wildfire effects on surface water quality, and drought-related supply restrictions. Compared to the 2020 UWMP, this chapter requires a more explicit comparison of multiple supply scenarios, including climate-stressed conditions.
6.1 Water Supply Analysis Overview
CWC 10631
Identify and quantify, to the extent practicable, the existing and planned sources of water available to the supplier {in five-year increments to 20 years or as far as data is available} providing supporting and related information including all of the following:
(1) A detailed discussion of anticipated supply availability under a normal water year, single dry year, and droughts lasting at least five years, as well as more frequent and severe periods of drought, as described in the drought risk assessment. For each source of water supply, consider any information pertinent to the reliability analysis… including changes in supply due to climate change.
(2) When multiple sources of water supply are identified, a description of the management of each supply in correlation with the other identified supplies. (3) For any planned sources of water supply, a description of the measures that are being undertaken to acquire and develop those water supplies.
CWC 10631 (h)
An urban water supplier that relies upon a wholesale agency for a source of water shall provide the wholesale agency with water use projections from that agency for that source of water in fiveyear increments to 20 years or as far as data is available. The wholesale agency shall provide information to the urban water supplier for inclusion in the urban water supplier’s plan that identifies and quantifies, to the extent practicable, the existing and planned sources of water as required by subdivision (b), available from the wholesale agency to the urban water supplier over the same five-year increments, and during various water year types in accordance with subdivision (f). An urban water supplier may rely upon water supply information provided by the wholesale agency in fulfilling the plan informational requirements of subdivisions (b) and (f).
This section describes the existing and projected water supply sources for the City. The City utilizes both potable and recycled water.
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6.1.1 Specific Analysis Applicable to All Water Supply Sources The City obtains potable water from two sources: directly pumped groundwater and imported water purchased through the CBMWD, who in turn receives the water through the MWD. In addition to distributing potable water, the City also has a recycled water system that provided 35 AF of recycled water in 2025. The City provided a total of 5,122 AF of water to a population of approximately 52,371 in 2025. As detailed in Chapter 4, demands are expected to continue to increase in the next 20 years by around 9%, and the water supply available to the City is expected to meet the water demand through the planning horizon. More information comparing the projected water supply and demand can be found in Chapter 7.
The City obtains its groundwater from the Central Subbasin, one of four subbasins in the Coastal Plain of Los Angeles. The Central Subbasin is commonly referred to as the Central Basin and is identified as such through the remainder of the report. The Central Basin is an adjudicated basin. For the supply section, it is assumed that the City pumps the total allotted amount of groundwater from the Central Basin:
5,883 AF. More information on the adjudication of the Central Basin can be found in Section 6.2, which discusses the groundwater sources for the City.
The total current and projected supplies available to the city through CBMWD, pumped groundwater, and recycled water are shown in Tables 6-1 and 6-2, respectively.
Table 6-1: Water Supplies – Actual
Water Supply Additional Detail
on Water Supply
2025
Actual Volume
(AFY) Water Quality Total Right or Safe Yield [2]
Groundwater CBMWD 4,583 Drinking Water 5,883
Carryover CBMWD 0 Drinking Water 3,530
Purchased or
Imported Water CBMWD 539 Drinking Water -
Recycled Water [1] CBMWD Century
System 278 Recycled Water -
Total 5,400 - 9,413
Notes:
1. Full 2025 Production Report was not available upon preparation of the UWMP, and 2024 was not a representative year. Recycled Water Data from FY 2023 was used.
2. City of Paramount’s Groundwater Allotment is 5,883 AFY plus and additional 60% carryover.
3. Corresponds to WUE Table 6-8R
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Table 6-2: Water Supplies – Projected
Water
Supply
Additional
Water
Supply
Detail
2030 2035 2040 2045
Reasonably
Available
Volume
Total
Right or
Yield
Reasonably
Available
Volume
Total
Right or
Yield
Reasonably
Available
Volume
Total
Right or
Yield
Reasonably
Available
Volume
Total
Right or
Yield
Groundwater CBMWD 5,883 5,883 5,883 5,883 5,883 5,883 5,883 5,883Groundwater Carryover [1] [2] CBMWD 2,664 3,530 2,664 3,530 2,664 3,530 2,664 3,530 Purchased or
Imported
Water
CBMWD 500 - 500 - 500 - 500 -
Recycled
Water CBMWD 338 - 338 - 338 - 338 -
Total 9,385 9,413 9,385 9,413 9,385 9,413 9,385 9,413
Notes:
1. Groundwater supplies projected based on total allowable pumping allocation; groundwater carryover of 60%, purchased water supplies estimated based on 5-year average deliveries; recycled water supplies estimated based on highest annual deliveries recorded over the past 5 years.
2. Groundwater supplies including carryover is limited to 8,547 AFY based on Well 15 and Well 16 pumping capacities. 3. Corresponds to WUE Table 6-9R 4. Table utilizes CBMWD 2020 UWMP for planning purposes and based off 5-year average deliveries.
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6.1.2 Special Considerations
The following section outlines the special conditions relevant to this UWMP and provides guidance on how they shape the evaluation of long-term water supply reliability.
6.1.2.1 Climate Change Effects
The City has evaluated the potential effects of climate change through the adoption of its Climate Action Plan (CAP), associated climate change vulnerability assessment, and updates to the General Plan Safety and Environmental Justice Elements, which identify localized risks such as extreme heat, air quality degradation, and flooding, particularly for vulnerable populations. These efforts, along with ongoing hazard mitigation and CAP implementation activities, provide a coordinated framework to address climate change impacts while supporting long‑term water supply reliability and community resilience.
6.1.2.2 Regulatory Conditions and Project Development
Recent federal and state regulatory actions, including the adoption of enforceable drinking water standards for per‑ and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a new state maximum contaminant level for hexavalent chromium, expanded PFAS monitoring requirements, and the implementation of direct potable reuse regulations, may affect future characterization, monitoring, and reporting of water quality within the City’s service area.
6.1.2.3 Other Locally Applicable Criteria
The City’s future water supply is not subject to local surface water flow requirements; however, groundwater production is governed by the Central Basin adjudication, which establishes basin‑wide extraction limits, and regional environmental flow objectives affecting imported water, recycled water, and recharge activities may indirectly influence long‑term supply availability. In addition, changes to State Water Project (SWP) operations, allocation methodologies, contracting terms, or environmental compliance requirements may affect the quantity and reliability of imported water supplies available to MWD member agencies and, by extension, the City’s overall supply portfolio.
6.1.2.4 Wholesale and Retail Suppliers Coordination
The City is a retail water supplier that relies in part on imported water provided by a wholesale supplier.
For this source, the City relies on the wholesale supplier’s quantification and characterization of available water supplies under normal year, single dry year, five consecutive dry years, and five‑year planning interval conditions, consistent with Water Code Section 10631(h). In turn, the City provides its wholesale supplier with projected water use associated with imported supplies in five‑year increments over a 20‑year planning horizon, or as far as data are available, to support coordinated regional water supply planning.
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6.2 Water Supply Characterization
6.2.1 Purchased or Imported Water
Water for use in the City is purchased through the CBMWD. CBMWD obtains its water from a number of sources, including local groundwater supplies and recycled water. However, the majority of water supplied to CBMWD is from MWD as part of the SWP. The SWP is a series of reservoirs, aqueducts, and pumping facilities that convey water from Northern to Southern California. The water for use within the City is collected and delivered to MWD via the SWP, which is subsequently treated at either the Weymouth Filtration Plant or the Jensen Filtration Plant. Water from either of these filtration plants is then transferred to CBMWD. The quality of the imported water is shown in Table 6-3:
Table 6-3: Quality of Imported Water
Constituent Colorado River Water1 (
milligrams per liter (mg/L))
SWP Water2 (mg/L)
Chloride 90 50
Sulfate 213 50
Hardness (as CaCO3) 264 109
Total Dissolved Solids 574 240
Notes:
1. At Lake Mathews – from 2020 MWD Annual Report, Table 4-2
2. At Castaic Lake – from 2020 MWD Annual Report, Table 4-2 In 2025, CBMWD delivered 5,122 AF of water to the City for distribution. Prior to the construction of Well No. 15 in 2011-2012, the City purchased 2,864 AFY on average from CBMWD. However, with the addition of Well No. 15 and Well No. 16, the City has currently been able to more fully utilize its allowable pumping allocation, and its yearly purchased water deliveries have dropped accordingly. This trend is expected to continue throughout the 20-year planning horizon, and in the future as demand increases, the reduced purchased water demands from CBMWD will continue to be a reliable supply to supplement the City’s groundwater source.
6.2.2 Groundwater
CWC 10631 (b)(4)
If groundwater is identified as an existing or planned source of water available to the supplier, all of the following information shall be included in the plan:
(A) The current version of any groundwater sustainability plan or alternative adopted pursuant to Part 2.74 (commencing with Section 10720), any groundwater management plan adopted by the urban water supplier, including plans adopted pursuant to Part 2.75 (commencing with Section DRAFT
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10750), or any other specific authorization for groundwater management for basins underlying the urban water supplier’s service area.
(B) A description of any groundwater basin or basins from which the urban water supplier pumps groundwater. For basins that a court or the board has adjudicated the rights to pump groundwater, a copy of the order or decree adopted by the court or the board and a description of the amount of groundwater the urban water supplier has the legal right to pump under the order or decree.
For a basin that has not been adjudicated, information as to whether the department has identified the basin as a high- or medium-priority basin in the most current official departmental bulletin that characterizes the condition of the groundwater basin, and a detailed description of the efforts being undertaken by the urban water supplier to coordinate with groundwater sustainability agencies or groundwater management agencies listed in subdivision (c) of Section 10723 to maintain or achieve sustainable groundwater conditions in accordance with a groundwater sustainability plan or alternative adopted pursuant to Part 2.74 (commencing with Section 10720).
6.2.2.1 Basin Description
The City pumps water from the Los Angeles County Central Subbasin (Central Basin), a large subbasin that makes up part of the Coastal Plan of Los Angeles Basin. The total surface area of this subbasin is approximately 177,000 acres. It is bounded on the north by a surface divide called the La Brea high, and on the northeast and east by emergent less permeable tertiary rocks of the Elysia, Repetto, Merced and Puente Hills. The southeast boundary between Central Basin and the Orange County Groundwater Basin roughly follows Coyote Creek, which is a regional drainage boundary. The southwest boundary is formed by the Newport Inglewood fault system and the associated folded rocks of the Newport Inglewood uplift.
The Los Angeles and San Gabriel Rivers drain inland basins and pass across the surface of the Central Basin on their way to the Pacific Ocean. Average precipitation throughout the Subbasin ranges from 11 to 13 inches with an average of approximately 12 inches.
The description of the Central Basin is provided in DWR’s Bulletin 118. Additionally, the Central Basin’s location as part of the South Coast Hydrologic Region can be seen in Figure 6-1.
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Figure 6-1: Groundwater Basin Location
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6.2.2.2 Basin Management Information
The City utilizes groundwater pumped from the Central Basin. There are currently no plans to discontinue pumping water from the Central Basin for potable use. The Central Basin was adjudicated in 1965, and the DWR was appointed Watermaster until retiring its duties on June 30, 2014, due to the third Central Basin Judgment 3rd Amendment being entered into record. Beginning July 1, 2014, three new bodies began their roles as Central Basin Watermaster:
• Water Rights Panel (The Panel), made up of seven Central Basin water rights holders • Administrative Body (the Water Replenishment District of Southern California (WRD)) • Storage Panel (The Panel plus the WRD Board of Directors) Every month extractions are reported to the Watermaster by each individual pumper. This allows the Watermaster to regulate the water rights of the Subbasin. Central Basin does not have a groundwater management plan because it is adjudicated and the Watermaster manages groundwater extractions.
A court ordered adjudication for the Central Basin was issued in 1965. The adjudication was a response to rapidly declining groundwater levels in the basin due to overdraft that caused partial seawater intrusion.
The Central Basin Judgment (currently the third Central Basin Judgment 3rd Amendment) can be found on the Central Basin Watermaster website.
The total allotted pumping rights from the Central Basin from all wells is 220,000 AFY. The total allotted pumping rights for the City is 5,883 AFY. The City may exceed its total allotment under two circumstances. The first of these is in the case that in the previous year, the City did not pump the total 5,883 AF of water. If this occurs, up to 60% of the total allotment may be carried over the subsequent year. The second case in which the City may exceed its water pumping rights is if another water retailer chooses to lease water pumping rights to the City. Although the City has in past leased a portion of its water pumping rights to other retailers, with the pumping capacity provided by Well No. 15 and the additional capacity from the newly constructed Well No. 16, it is expected that the City will fully utilize its allotted pumping rights moving forward.
It is known that the total allotted pumping rights exceed the natural replenishment of groundwater to the Central Basin. Although the users of the Central Basin pump below their total allotted rights (approximately 173,000 AF were pumped in FY 2019-2020; from “Summary of Pertinent Data” in the Central Basin Watermaster Report, 2019 - 2020), possible conditions of overdraft must still be considered. To avoid conditions of overdraft, the WRD was formed to ensure that water was purchased where necessary to fully replenish the quantity of groundwater that could not be restored through natural processes. The WRD manages the financial and logistical aspect of purchasing water to maintain safe groundwater levels.
6.2.2.3 Other Considerations
The Central Basin is an adjudicated basin, therefore, over drafting conditions do not apply.
6.2.2.4 Past Five Years Groundwater Pumping
Table 6-4 illustrates the amount of groundwater pumped from the Central Basin over the last five years.
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Table 6-4: Groundwater Volume Pumped
☐ Supplier does not pump groundwater. The supplier will not complete the table below.
Groundwater
Type
Potable or
Non-Potable 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
Alluvial Basin Potable 3,166 2,106 2,712 2,812 2,779
Total (AF) 3,166 2,106 2,712 2,812 2,779
Notes:
1. Corresponds to WUE Table 6-1R
The City intends to continue using groundwater pumped from the Central Basin as the majority of the supply for the City’s water demand. The projected amount of water to be pumped is shown in Table 6-5 below. The numbers projected in Table 6-5 are based on the City fully utilizing its groundwater rights and supplementing with imported water from CBMWD as needed. The City’s groundwater rights are compared to the forecasted water demands from Chapter 4 in order to arrive at the projections. Due to the addition of Well No. 15 and the newly constructed Well No. 16, it is not anticipated that the groundwater use in the next 20 years will fall below the amount available to the City through adjudication.
Table 6-5: Volume Projected to be Pumped
Basin Name 2030 2035 2040 2045
Central Basin 5,527 5,690 5,859 6,032
Total
Groundwater
Pumped
5,527 5,690 5,859 6,032
Percent of Total
Water Supply 100% 100% 100% 100%
Note: Volume available in the Central Basin includes the annual pumping allowance, plus a 60% carryover.
6.2.3 Surface Water
The City does not have a self‑supplied surface water source; the City delivers a municipal water supply consisting of locally pumped groundwater blended with imported surface water from the SWP and Colorado River Aqueduct via the MWD, while a small portion of the City is served separately by GSWC using a similar combination of imported and groundwater supplies.
6.2.4 Stormwater
The City does not currently supplement water supply demands through the capture and reuse of stormwater due to limited land availability, highly urbanized conditions, and stormwater infrastructure primarily designed for flood control rather than supply augmentation.
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6.2.5 Wastewater and Recycled Water
CWC 10633
Provide, to the extent available, information on recycled water and its potential for use as a water source in the service area of the urban water supplier. The preparation of the plan shall be coordinated with local water, wastewater, groundwater, and planning agencies that operate within the supplier’s service area.
The City is committed to potable water conservation through the treatment and distribution of recycled water for non-potable uses; including landscape irrigation, agricultural irrigation, and industrial uses throughout the service area. This effectively decreases the total water that must be purchased through CBMWD, and is a significant part in the statewide effort to conserve and manage potable water resources. Since planning and constructing its recycled water systems in the early 1990’s, CBMWD has become an industry leader in water re-use.
6.2.5.1 Recycled Water Coordination
The City is part of an integrated water recycling program that includes the Cities in Los Angeles County as well as water districts, including MWD. Wastewater is collected and treated by the Los Angeles County Sanitation District (LACSD) sewage system and sent to either the Joint Water Pollution Control Plant (JWPCP) or one of six satellite water reclamation plants (WRPs) as part of the Joint Outfall System (JOS).
Wastewater destined for recycled water use undergoes tertiary treatment (as described below) and is subsequently distributed or disposed of as necessary. Wastewater too salty for use as recycled water is sent to the JWPCP where it undergoes secondary treatment and disinfection before being discharged to the ocean. The wastewater collection and treatment system is described further in the following section.
The LACSD reports nearly 130,000 AFY of wastewater was treated to recycled water quality for Fiscal Year (FY) 2013-2014 in the JOS. The water produced is used either as recycled water for industrial, landscape irrigation, or agricultural use, or for groundwater recharge.
6.2.5.2 Wastewater Treatment Discharge
Treated wastewater from the LACSD’s Los Coyotes WRP and San Jose Creek WRP is supplied through CBMWD’s Century recycled water distribution system to the cities of Bellflower, Bell Gardens, Compton, Downey, Lakewood, Lynwood, Norwalk, Paramount, Santa Fe Springs, South Gate and Vernon. In 2013- 2014, San Jose Creek and Los Coyotes Plants treated a total of 91,393 AF of wastewater to recycled water quality standards. Of this, 377 AF was eventually distributed to the City. Wastewater in the City is collected by the LACSD sewage system and sent to either the JWPCP or one of six WRPs as part of the JOS. The JOS is a regional, interconnected system of facilities providing wastewater collection and treatment for residential, commercial and industrial users in 73 cities. The system includes the main JWPCP in Carson (treatment capacity of 400 million gallons per day (mgd)) and the following six satellite WRPs:
• Whittier Narrows WRP (near South El Monte, treatment capacity of 15 mgd) • Los Coyotes WRP (Cerritos, treatment capacity of 37.5 mgd) DRAFT
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• San Jose Creek WRP (adjacent to the City of Industry, treatment capacity of 100 mgd) • Long Beach WRP (Long Beach, treatment capacity of 25 mgd) • Pomona WRP (Pomona, treatment capacity of 15 mgd)
• La Cañada WRP (La Cañada Flintridge, treatment capacity of 0.2 mgd) Approximately two-thirds of the wastewater in the JOS is treated at the JWPCP, which carries out primary and secondary treatment prior to discharge into the ocean. The remaining one-third is treated in the six satellite WRPs. At these plants, the wastewater goes through a three stage treatment process consisting of primary, secondary, and tertiary treatment stages. After tertiary treatment, water is available for use to recycled water customers, used for groundwater recharge, or discharged into the ocean. Table 6-6 below, summarizes the wastewater collected within the service area from the 2020 UWMP report. The 2025 LACSD UWMP report is not available at this time to update the information.
Upon collection of wastewater from the Cities of Los Angeles County, wastewater undergoes primary treatment. In this stage, water is collected in long concrete tanks that act as a river. Primary treatment refers to the removal of macroscopic waste particles in the water. Light materials will flow to the top and heavier materials will sink to the bottom. Both the light and heavier materials can be removed and are sent to the JWPCP for disposal.
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Table 6-6: Wastewater Collected within Service Area in 2020 ☐ Check the box if there is no wastewater collection system.
Wastewater Collection Recipient of Collected Wastewater Name of
Wastewater
Agency Collection
Agency
Wastewater
Volume Metered
or Estimated?
Volume of
Wastewater
Collected from
UWMP Service
Area 2025
Name of
Wastewater
Treatment Plant
(WWTP) and Place
ID Number
Is WWTP
Located Within
UWMP Area?
LACSD Estimated 139
A.K. Warren Water
Resource Facility
(Joint Water
Pollution Control
Plant) (234156)
No
LACSD Estimated 139 Whittier Narrows
WRP (235826) No
LACSD Estimated 139 Los Coyotes WRP
(238646) No
LACSD Estimated 139 San Jose Creek
WRP (260156) No
LACSD Estimated 139 Long Beach WRP
(238562) No
LACSD Estimated 139 Pomona WRP
(250700) No
LACSD Estimated 139 La Cañada WWRP
(237748) No
Total Wastewater Received from
UWMP Service Area in 2025: 973
Notes:
1. Corresponds to WUE Table 6-2R
The system currently consists of 1,400 miles of pipeline, with the backbone being a 30-inch pipeline paralleling the San Gabriel River. Construction of the initial system was completed in 1992, with the delivery of recycled water for applications such as landscape irrigation of parks, schools, and freeway slopes, nursery stock irrigation, and various industrial applications. The system was connected to the Rio Hondo recycled water distribution system in 1994, and both the Century and Rio Hondo systems can be partially supplied with water from either the Los Coyotes or San Jose Creek WRPs, individually or in combination. Most of the recycled water delivered through the Century distribution system actually originated at the San Jose Creek WRP. However, the usage is still reported from the Los Coyotes WRP, as there is no way to differentiate which reuse sites receive which recycled water. Therefore, for the sake of consistency, recycled water usage along the Century facilities is reported as coming from the Los Coyotes WRP, and along the Rio Hondo facilities as coming from the San Jose Creek WRP.
The primary treated water is sent to the second stage: secondary treatment. Secondary treatment acts as a biological treatment step to reproduce what naturally occurs in water treatment in rivers. The same microorganisms that feed on dissolved organic particles during natural water treatment are used in DRAFT
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secondary treatment. Oxygen is supplied to create an ideal feeding environment for the microorganisms, decreasing the overall time required for treatment. As the microorganisms complete the feeding process, they sink to the bottom and are removed to be reused in another batch of wastewater.
Finally, the water enters tertiary treatment, where water is sent through filters to remove any last suspended particles in the water. The filters contain layers of anthracite coal, sand, and gravel. Once sent through the filters, the water is disinfected. Chlorine from the disinfection process must be removed prior to use. Following the disinfection process and the removal of excess chlorine, water is safe for use and is distributed to the customers of the LACSD as reclaimed water. Reclaimed water that is not used is discharged into the ocean.
Approximately one-third of the wastewater collected by the LACSD is treated to tertiary standards, as described above, and can be used as recycled water. The remaining two-thirds is treated to secondary standards only before being disinfected and discharged into the ocean. However, none of the collected wastewater is treated or disposed of within the City’s service area.
The wastewater volume generated by the City for fiscal year 2024-2025 was estimated based on the total water demand for the year. It was estimated that the water deliveries for irrigation (landscape and agricultural, including recycled water), fire hydrants, and water losses were not converted to wastewater.
In addition, 42% of the total residential water deliveries were estimated to be used for indoor purposes, with 98% being captured as wastewater. The remaining residential water deliveries were assumed to be used for outdoor purposes and were not included in the wastewater estimates. 100% of the remainder of the water deliveries (commercial, industrial, and institutional) were assumed to be sent to the LACSD for treatment. In 2025, approximately 40% of the total potable water deliveries were estimated to have been captured as wastewater and sent to LACSD for treatment. The estimated wastewater collected in FY 2024-2025 is provided in Table 6-7.
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Table 6-7: Wastewater Treatment and Outcomes within UWMP Service Area in 2025 ☐ Check this box if no wastewater is treated or disposed of within the UWMP service area.
WWTP and
Place ID
Number
Does this
Plant Treat
Wastewater
Generated
Outside the
UWMP Service
Area?
2025
Volume of
Wastewater
Received
from UWMP
Service
Area
Total 2025
Volume of
Water
Treated
2025 Outcome of Treated Wastewater
Water Recycled Within
UWMP Service Area
Water
Recycled
Outside of
UWMP
Service
Area
Effluent
Discharge
that is not a
Permitted
Recycled
Water Use
Required
Discharge
for Instream
Flow
Delivered to
Another
Entity for
Additional
Treatment
Treatment
Level
Volume
(AF)
Whittier
Narrows
WRP
Yes 139 139 Secondary, Undisinfected NA NA NA NA
Los Coyotes
WRP
(238646)
Yes 139 139
Secondary,
Disinfected -
23 NA NA NA NA
San Jose
Creek WRP
(260156)
Yes 139 139
Long Beach
WRP
(S838741)
Yes 139 139
Pomona
WRP Yes 139 139
La Cañada
WRP Yes 139 139
Notes:
1. Corresponds to WUE Table 6-3R
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6.2.5.3 Recycled Water System Description
Recycled water is used at 31 sites within the City’s service area, with a total 2021-2022 demand of 272 AF. The 2021-2022 LACSD Annual Status Report on Recycled Water Use, Table 8 identified that 31 of the customers used recycled water for landscape, athletic field, and nursery irrigation purposes, a single industrial customer used recycled water for concrete manufacturing, a single golf course was provided recycled water for irrigation, and there was a single agricultural recipient. Recycled water users requiring more than 20 AFY and the industrial use site are identified in Table 6-8.
Table 6-8: Recycled Water - FY 2024-2025 Use
Name Recycled Water Demand
(AFY)
Water Use
Alondra Junior High School 22 Irrigation
Paramount High School 35 Irrigation
Paramount Park 24 Irrigation
Clearwater Junior High School 28 Irrigation
Dills Park 26 Irrigation
Robertson’s Ready Mix 13 Industrial
Other Users 118.4 Irrigation
CBMWD has expanded its production of recycled water; however, the City was not allocated additional recycle water due to other projects claiming the allocations.
6.2.5.4 Current, Potential, and Projected Recycled Water Uses The current and project recycled water direct, beneficial uses are listed in DRAFT
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Table 6-9: Recycled Water District Beneficial Uses within Service Area ☐
Check box if recycled water is not used and is not planned for use within the service area of the supplier. The supplier will only complete the column on “Potential Recycled Water Use” and submit an accompanying narrative on the feasibility of the potential recycled water use.
Name of Agency Producing
(Treating) the Recycled Water: LACSD
Name of Supplemental
Operating the Recycled Water
Distribution System:
CBMWD
Supplemental Water Added in
2025 0
Source of 2025 Supplemental
Water N/A
Beneficial
Use Type
Potable or
Non-Potable 2025 2030 2035 2040 2045 2050 (opt.)
Irrigation Non-potable 253 253 253 253 253 -
Industrial Use Non-potable 13 13 13 13 13 -
Total 266 266 266 266 266 -
Notes:
1. NA = not applicable
2. Table coordinates with WUE Table 6-4R
Table 6-10 provides a summary of the 2020 UWMP Recycled Water Use Projections compared to the 2022 actual use. It should be noted that the Compton Golf Course was demolished by the City of Compton and is no longer included under recycled water use. Annual Reuse reports are not available from LACSD beyond 2022.
Table 6-10: 2020 UWMP Recycled-Water Use Projection Compared to 2022 Actual ☐
Recycled water was not used in 2025 nor previously projected for use in 2020. The supplier will not complete the table below.
Use Type 2020 Projection for 2025 2022 Actual Use
Irrigation 245 253
Golf course irrigation 44 0
Industrial Use 23 13
Total 312 266
Notes:
1. Corresponds to WUE Table 6-4R
The 2008 CBMWD Recycled Water Master Plan identified areas for expansion of the entire CBMWD recycled water system. In total, the plan identified an additional 55,479 AFY of potential for recycled water use within the service areas of the CBMWD, San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District (SGVMWD), DRAFT
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and Upper SGVMWD (USGVMWD). Of this potential additional use, 1,147 AFY was identified as demand that could be supplied through the City’s recycled water system. The types and feasibility of these are located in Table 6-11. Expanding the recycled water system based on these recommendations was not considered feasible by the City because the CBMWD’s capital improvement plan did not include these projects. Instead, the major project, the Southeast Water Reliability Project (SWRP), involving a much higher potential of recycled water users, was prioritized by CBMWD.
The City independently identified roadway medians adjacent to the existing recycled water distribution system during its 2015 Water Master Plan Update that would benefit from recycled water use, and the projects have been included in the City’s capital improvement program. The SWRP and City’s plans are described further in later sections.
Table 6-11: Recycled Water - Potential Future Use
User Type Description Feasibility 2025 2030 2035 2040
Landscape
Irrigation (CBMWD
2008 RWMP)
Parks, School
Districts, Medians,
Nursery’s, etc.
No 612 612 612 612
Landscape
Irrigation Medians Yes 31 31 31 31
Industrial reuse
Laundry,
Robertson’s
ReadyMix, Metals
Processing
No 13 13 13 13
Total 656 656 656 656
Note: Median irrigation estimates are based on the LACSD Recycled Water Use FY 2021-22 Table 6-12 shows the projected 2020 use for recycled water in 2025. It can be seen that the actual use for 2020 did not meet the expected projection. This could be due to a general decrease in the use of recycled water, both within the City and throughout the whole customer base of the LACSD.
Table 6-12: 2020 UWMP Recycled Water Use Projection Compared to 2025 Actual Use Type 2020 Projection for 2025 2025 Actual Use
Irrigation (excludes golf
courses) 245 253
Golf course irrigation 44 0
Industrial use 23 13
Total 312 266
Notes:
1. Corresponds to WUE Table 6-5R
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CWC 10633
(f) (Describe the) actions, including financial incentives, which may be taken to encourage the use of recycled water, and the projected results of these actions in terms of acre-feet of recycled water used per year.
The City, CBMWD, and MWD encourage recycled water use among its customers. One of the most compelling ways to encourage the use of recycled water is through financial incentives. Recycled water is available at anywhere from a 30-50% discount to customers who use it over potable water. This allows financial savings while encouraging water conservation. In addition, the CBMWD encourages the use of recycled water by emphasizing the benefits of recycled water to its customers. Among these benefits include the increased reliability and the use of recycled water being consistent with the statewide goals for water conservation. CBMWD notes that, even during a drought, wastewater will still be produced and must be treated to recycled water standards.
CBMWD will also advance funds necessary for retrofitting existing potable connections for use with recycled water. CBMWD realizes that the capital costs associated with this retrofitting may be unavailable. To prevent this from hindering the use of recycled water at these sites, CBWMD will retrofit the existing system and allow monthly reimbursement for advanced funds.
In addition to the City and CBMWD incentives, MWD also has an extensive incentive program for encouraging the use of recycled water among its member agencies. Please refer to the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California 2020 UWMP for more information.
CWC 10633
(g) (Provide a) plan for optimizing the use of recycled water in the supplier’s service area, including actions to facilitate the installation of dual distribution systems, to promote recirculating uses, to facilitate the increased use of treated wastewater that meets recycled water standards, and to overcome any obstacles to achieving that increased use.
A recycled water master plan was developed in 2008 for the CBMWD which includes the City’s recycled water system. CBMWD assists to oversee the purchase, use, and sale of recycled water to the individual water purveyors in Los Angeles County.
The 2008 Recycled Water Master Plan identifies potential uses for recycled water within the City, as well as many other surrounding cities and water districts. The Plan includes recommendations and suggestions for improvement to the recycled water system. Recommendations were based on cost feasibility, as well as the potential customer demand for recycled water. Due to the low customer demand and high associated costs, recommendations were not made to include the City in the CBMWD’s Capital Improvement Plan for expanding the recycled water system. Instead, priority was given to a project with larger potential users: the SWRP. The SWRP is the planned CBMWD system expansion that will complete the loop of the Rio Hondo and Century systems for flow reliability, system pressure, and to aid in chlorination. The ultimate capacity for the combined, looped systems is projected to be 15,000 AFY.
As envisioned, this will consist of approximately 11.4 miles of 30-inch cement-lined and coated steel pipeline to be built from the City of Pico Rivera, through the cities of Montebello, Commerce, and East Los Angeles to the City of Vernon. Construction on the first phase from Pico Rivera to the Montebello Golf Course was completed in the fall of 2011 and several sites have already been connected using approximately 400-500 AFY of the 1,000 AFY of identified demand. Construction of the Phase 2 from DRAFT
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Montebello to Vernon will depend on funding, securing a customer base, and other outstanding institutional issues. Refer to the CBMWD’s 2020 UWMP Update for further information.
In addition to the CBMWD’s programs, the City identified in its 2015 Draft Water Master Plan Update opportunities to use recycled water for irrigation of ornamental turf grass in street medians within its service area. Recycled water produced by the LACSD is already conveyed across the City in a 24-inch trunk main located along the Southern California Railroad Corridor. An analysis of the beneficial locations of recycled water use in medians and estimated cost was prepared in May 2015. From the analysis a total of seven projects were identified that could save the City approximately 26.3 acre-feet annually, and the projects have been included in the recommended capital improvement program. Table 6-13 identifies that the City completed its projects for turf median irrigation and those projects resulted in an estimate total recycled water use of 31 AF in 2022. No future recycled water projects are proposed at this time.
Table 6-13: Methods to Encourage Future Recycled Water Use ☒
Supplier does not plan to expand recycled water use in the future. Supplier will not complete the table below but will provide narrative explanation.
Name of Action Description
Planned
Implementation
Year
Expected Increase in
Recycled Water Use
Total
Notes:
1. Corresponds to WUE Table 6-6R
6.2.6 Desalinated Water Opportunities
CWC 10631
(g) Describe the opportunities for development of desalinated water, including, but not limited to, ocean water, brackish water, and groundwater, as a long-term supply.
The City is not currently exploring the possibility of using desalinated water as a water source independently. MWD joined the National Alliance for Water Innovation (NAWI) in 2020 and has reported three (3) desalination projects within its service area in the 2020 UWMP. As an end user of water supplied through MWD, the City may receive water, or benefit in other ways (i.e. increased supplies and reliability), as a result of this effort in discovering the opportunity for desalination. Therefore, a brief description of MWD’s efforts in water desalination is discussed.
In 2001, MWD created the Seawater Desalination Project (SDP) to explore the potential for using seawater as a long-term water supply. The SDP provided incentives for its member agencies to develop water through desalination; up to $250 per AF for all produced supplies. Since its inception, MWD has entered into agreements with its member agencies to fund three local seawater desalination projects amounting to 46,000 AFY of potential production. In October 2014, MWD added seawater desalination projects into its Local Resources Program (LRP), replacing the SDP program and increasing the DRAFT
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incentives to $340 for produced supplies (recycled water, recovered groundwater and desalinated seawater). In June 2020, MWD’s SDP agreements with all three (3) member agencies expired.
According to the MWD 2020 UWMP Update, Table 3-11, the Claude Bud Lewis Carlsbad Seawater Desalination production was estimated as 43,868 acre-feet in 2020. In addition, Table 3-13, in the same report, lists three (3) sweater desalination projects under development within MWD’s service area. Table 6-14 shows the projected supplies provided by these seawater desalination plants.
Table 6-14: Current Desalination Projected Capacities
Project Member Agency Projected Capacity
(AFY) Status
Carlsbad Seawater
Desalination Project
San Diego County
Water Authority 43,868 Operational
Huntington Beach
Seawater Desalination
Project
Municipal Water
District of Orange
County
56,000 Permitting
Doheny Desalination
Project
Municipal Water
District of Orange
County/South Coast
Water District
5,000 – 15,000 Permitting
West Basin Seawater
Desalination Project
West Basin Municipal
Water District 20,000 – 60,000 EIR Process
Total 124,868 – 174,868
6.2.7 Water Exchanges and Transfers
CWC 10631
(c) Describe the opportunities for exchanges or transfers of water on a short-term or long-term basis.
CBMWD and MWD seek out opportunities for water transfer and exchanges to ensure reliability within their respective service areas. Water transfers and exchanges help water suppliers distribute water effectively to areas with limited water supplies. For example, the MWD accepts water through the SWP and Colorado River for distribution throughout Southern California. The City, although not directly involved in the planning of these opportunities, may benefit from additional water supplies as a result of MWD and CBMWD’s efforts in securing water transfers and exchanges. Information on new transfer and exchange opportunities to the MWD and CBMWD can be found in the respective 2020 Urban Water Management Plans.
The City maintains three interconnections with the City of Long Beach. Although these are available for use at any time and would serve groundwater and imported water to the City, these interconnections are primarily used only during times when the CBMWD connections to the City are unavailable due to DRAFT
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maintenance or repair, or during emergency situations. The City has no intention of using water supplied from the City of Long Beach through these connections as a short- or long-term water supply source.
The City also has a manual unmetered one-way connection with the GSWC. This connection has check valves that only allow water to be supplied in one direction from the City to the other agency. And as with the connections to the City of Long Beach, the City has no intention of using these connections as shortterm or long-term transfers or exchanges.
6.2.8 Supply from Storage
The City does not operate surface water storage facilities or withdraw surface water stored in underground storage for municipal supply.
6.2.9 Future Water Projects
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(h) (Describe) all water supply projects and water supply programs that may be undertaken by the urban water supplier to meet the total projected water use as established pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 10635.
In accordance with a recommendation made in the City’s 2015 Draft Water Master Plan Update, the City included construction of a new well, Well No. 16, to its capital improvement program to supplement the groundwater supply and allow for the decommissioning and abandonment of Well No. 13. In addition, this will allow the transition of Well No. 14 to a backup facility. As discussed in Section 6.2, Well No. 13 has been experiencing water quality issues and is currently used as backup for Wells 14 and 15. The addition of Well No. 16 increases the reliability of the City’s pumping capacity to ensure full utilization of its groundwater pumping rights. Refer to Table 6-15 for a summary of the City’s future water supply projects providing quantifiable increases to the City’s water supply.
Table 6-15: Expected Future Water Supply Projects or Programs ☒
No expected future water supply projects or programs that provide quantifiable increase to the agency’s water supply.
Supplier will not complete the table below.
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Some of all of the supplier’s future water supply projects or programs are not compatible with this table and are
described in a narrative format.