Agenda packet — Rialto City Council, June 23, 2026 (part 2 of 3)

CITY OF RIALTO, CALIFORNIA

NOTICE FOR REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS #26-028

TECHNICAL CONSULTANT SERVICES TO ASSIST WITH THE NATIONAL

POLLUTION DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM (NPDES) PROGRAM

Requests for Proposals #26- 028, for TECHNICAL CONSULTANT SERVICES TO ASSIST

WITH THE NATIONAL POLLUTION DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM (NPDES) PROGRAM (hereinafter the “RFP”) will be received via mail to 150 S. Palm Ave., Rialto, CA 92376 by THURSDAY, JUNE 4, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Proposals sent by any other means will NOT be accepted. Late proposals will not be accepted. Failure to acknowledge Addenda may render a proposal as being non-responsive.

1. PURPOSE AND SCHEDULE:

The City of Rialto is requesting proposals from qualified professional firms to provide the City with TECHNICAL CONSULTANT SERVICES TO ASSIST WITH THE NATIONAL POLLUTION DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM (NPDES) PROGRAM.

SCHEDULE:

Notice requesting Proposals posted and issued ............................... Wednesday, May 13, 2026 Deadline for receipt of Questions ...................................................... Wednesday, May 20, 2026 Deadline for receipt of proposals ...................................................... Thursday, June 4, 2026

*Dates above are subject to change.

“KEY” TO RFP ATTACHMENTS:

ATTACHMENT A – Signature Authorization and Addenda Acknowledgement ATTACHMENT B – Non-Collusion Affidavit Form
ATTACHMENT C – Conflict Disclosure Form
ATTACHMENT D – Debarment and Suspension Certification
ATTACHMENT E – Non-Discrimination Certification
ATTACHMENT F – Local Business Preference Form
ATTACHMENT G – Sample Professional Services Agreement

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2. BACKGROUND:

The City of Rialto was incorporated in 1911 but can trace its roots to the 15th century when the Serrano Indians settled in the region. Over the next 500 years, Rialto went through multiple iterations – as a Mexican land grant, a ranching and railroad center, a popular stop along Route 66, and, ultimately, a thriving population and economic center for Southern California’s Inland Empire.

According to the 2020 U.S. Census, 104,026 people live in Rialto. Rialto is 4 miles wide and 8.5 miles long (24.13 square miles). The City operates as a general law City with a City Council-City Manager form of government. Five Council members serve four years , overlapping terms, with elections held every two years.

Rialto is an ethnically diverse and progressive community, which boasts several unique community assets including its own Police and Fire Departments, a City owned Racquet and Fitness Center, Performing Arts Theater, a Community Center and Senior Center. R ialto is conveniently located to various recreational pursuits from the mountains, beaches, and desert.

The Clean Water Act (CWA) establishes the basic structure for regulating discharges of pollutants into the waters of the United States and regulating quality standards for surface

waters. CWA was based on laws enacted in 1948 and was then referred to as the Federal Water Pollution Control Act. The Act was significantly reorganized and expanded in 1972 and became known as the "Clean Water Act."

The CWA made it unlawful to discharge any pollutant from a point source into navigable waters, unless a permit was obtained. EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program controls discharges. Point sources are discrete convey ances such as pipes or man-made ditches. Individual homes that are connected to a municipal system, use a septic system, or do not have a surface discharge do not need an NPDES permit; however, industrial, municipal and other facilities must obtain permits if their discharges go directly to surface waters.

The “CWA” establishes requirements for the discharge of urban runoff from the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (“MS4”) under the “NPDES” program. The Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board (“RWQCB”) issued Permit Order No. R8-2010-0036 (“MS4 Permit”) to authorize the discharge of urban runoff from the collective San Bernardino County MS4s within the Region on January 29, 2010. This is the fourth MS4 permit issued to the area- wide San Bernardino County Storm Water Program (“area-wide MS4 program”) since the RWQCB issued the first permit in 1990 and regulates discharges from all MS4 facilities within the Santa Ana River watershed in San Bernardino County. The MS4 Permit expired on January 28, 2015, and remains in effect under administrative extension by the Regional Board pending adoption of a new permit.

The MS4 Permit coverage includes the San Bernardino County Flood Control District (“District”), San Bernardino County (“County”) and sixteen municipal jurisdictions, including the City of Rialto. The District is the Principal Permittee, while the other jur isdictions are considered “Co- 253

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Permittees.” Although all Permittees work cooperatively to implement the area- wide MS4 program, as a Co- Permittee the City of Rialto is ultimately responsible for compliance with the MS4 Permit within the City.

3. SCOPE OF SERVICES:

The following scope of services is provided for the selection process. The City may alter the scope prior to executing a professional services agreement with the selected firm.

The selected Consultant shall provide a variety of MS4/NPDES related services to the City on an as-needed/as-requested basis. Overall, Consultant shall provide services which encompass all aspects of the NPDES program as it pertains to the Federal Clean Wa ter Act, the Porter - Cologne Act, the statewide General Permits relating to Construction, Industrial, DeMinimus and all related regulations, policies, procedures and actions as implemented by the State Water Resources Control Board. Further, the Consultant shall provide policy assessment, scientific understanding and field implementation necessary to provide comprehensive support to the City as it relates to the Waste Discharge Requirements for The County of San Bernardino And The Incorporated Cities Of San Bernardino County, Under Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board Order No. R8- 2010-0036, NPDES No. CAS 618036, Area -wide Urban Storm Water Runoff Permit and any successor permits.

The City is looking for a Consultant that has a comprehensive understanding of the NPDES program and can provide the capacity to advise the City on policy issues, review, develop and update ordinances, resolutions, processes, Local Implementation Plans and procedures within the City, perform independent and systematic design and WQMP reviews and integrated
inspection services as they relate to construction, commercial, industrial and residential sites, while ensuring the professional development and understanding of the City’s existing staff.

Further, the City desires a Consultant which can provide immediate and appropriate technical support to the City’s Development, Administration, Finance, Inspection, Maintenance, Utilities, and Engineering staff to ensure that the City has a comprehensive, integrated program that dovetails with other programs such as water conservation, landscape maintenance, water and wastewater operations. The selected Consultant shall have a track record of working with the business community as a resource while ensuring that the development and business communities come into compliance with applicable NPDES requirements in a timely and fair approach. Finally, the selected Consultant should be able to initiate enforcement actions, if necessary, for the regulated community to comply with the City’s Ordinances, including but not limited to NPDES, Water Conservation, Illicit Discharge and Fats, Oils and Greases. The City desires a “one- shop” approach in a combination of prime and sub- consultants to ensure full integration of t he various components of the NPDES programs and to avoid gaps in program implementation.

The following sections provide further details regarding the City’s needs and requirements:

A. DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT PROCESS NPDES/WQMP SUPPORT

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Impact Development (LID) principles are included and incorporated within the development process at an early point to ensure that future development meets the City’s NPDES and Low Impact Development requirements. Said scope of work shall include the Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) processes set forth in the San Bernardino County MS4 Permit. The work may include the review and revision (redline) of submitted WQMPs to the City by private developers, the review of WQMP documents for public projects, and other technical support necessary to ensure a fully integrated NPDES program within the City’s development processes.

The City is considering the following specific activities and services:

1. Participate as an active member of the development processes within the City, including but not limited to assisting the Planning Department in pre- design reviews using the Hydrologic Conditions of Concern web system to provide appropriate consultation to the development community to ensure a streamlined development submission.

2. Conduct development reviews and assist the Planning and Engineering Divisions as it relates to working with developers in the planning phase to incorporate LID principals into each development to minimize time and cost delays.

3. Provide technical consultation to the City relating to Water Quality Management Plans including but not limited to technical consultation with the individual developer on the WQMP from initial submission to final acceptance for both public and private work. This shall include ensuring compliance with application submittal requirements, conformance with the City of Rialto Landscape Standards, Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance, applicable specific plan requirements , adopted Design Guidelines and General Pla n principals, streetscape plans, and appropriateness of proposed design to surrounding developments including, but not limited to:

a. Ensure compliance with the requirement set forth in the County of San Bernardino WQMP Template;

b. Review of Best Management Practices (BMP) selections proposed in a WQMP submittal as it relates to functionality, maintainability and effectiveness;

c. Be available as a technical advisor, as needed, to participate in meetings with Planning and/or Engineering staff to review and comment on conceptual or long- range planning studies (which may include specific plans, master plans, transportation plans, WQMP s, landscape and tree ordinances) as requested by City staff;

d. Consultant must understand San Bernardino County WQMP requirements and procedures as applicable to the City of Rialto;

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e. Inspect WQMP BMP installation at various stages of construction to ensure compliance with standards and approved WQMP and
construction drawings;

f. Performs field inspections for finished BMP installations to ensure compliance with underlying Permits and Conditions of Approval, applicable water quality standards and including codes and regulations of the City, County, State, and Federal agencies;

g. Inspect post construction BMPs for structural integrity, sediment accumulation, vegetation or filtration media condition, drainage performance, inlet/ outlet condition, erosion, and clogging;

h. Keep computerized schedules and records and prepare reports and corrections and punch lists, as required.

4. Consultant may be responsible for the preparation and or review of SWPPP/WQMP requirements for any Public projects, and may include but not be limited to, reviewing language to be inserted in public bid documents, reviewing the preparation of Storm Water P ollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), WQMP documents or other components required for the public project. Consultant shall be responsible for assisting the City in inputting any documents required under the General Construction Permit for a public project, including but not limited to Notice of Intents, Annual Reports, SWPPPs and Notices of Termination as needed. As an alternative, the Consultant may be asked to prepare SWPPPs and or WQMP documents for public projects, and to act as the City’s NPDES Compliance Officer for Capital Improvement Projects on a project -by-project basis, depending on the needs of the City.

5. Other necessary tasks, as assigned, to support the scope.

B. NPDES PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION AND REPRESENTATION

The selected Consultant shall act as the City’s designated representative as it relates to working with the Principal Permittee (San Bernardino County), other co- permitees, regulators such as the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board, other agenci es and organizations, including but not limited to Santa Ana Watershed Project Authority, the business community, environmental organizations and the general public. Consultant shall be responsible for the administration and reporting requirements set fort h in the NPDES permit and as needed by the city for the efficient and effective operation of the NPDES program.

The following are necessary and typical for the City to comply with the NPDES program requirements and to ensure adequate involvement by the Cit y in the NPDES Permit program:

1. Consultant shall attend and adequately represent the city at the following 256

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meetings:

San Bernardino County Stormwater General Meeting, including but not limited to the following subcommittees: Fiscal, Comprehensive Bacteria Reduction Plan (CBRP), MS4 Database, Public Education, Training or other ad-hoc committees as created. Consultant shall have appropriate and demonstrated technical involvement and historical understanding of the activities of these meetings.

a. Middle Santa Ana River TMDL Task Force.

b. Basin Monitoring Program Task Force.

c. Emerging Constituents Task Force.

d. Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board.

e. Santa Ana Watershed Project Authority meetings relating to grants, water conservation or other interdisciplinary activities related to the NPDES.

f. Attend City Capital Improvement Status meeting, Design Review Committee, Economic Development Committee, Utility Commission meeting, Planning Commission, or City Council meetings as requested.

2. Consultant shall be responsible for administering the NPDES program within City operations, including but not limited to preparation of the annual report submission for the County; assistance in preparation of budget submission, special studies and other efforts as requested by the City; maintain and update the MS4 Database as provided by the County of San Bernardino;

and, develop and present technical memos and policy papers as necessary to provide information to the City staff, the Principal -Permitee, Co - Permittees and elected officials.

3. Meet regularly with the Public Works Department liaison to provide appropriate updates and status reports on various projects, to seek input and to respond to requests as appropriate.

4. Shall assist the City in identifying and submitting applications for grants related to the NPDES program, or other associated programs such as water conservation, facilities, and others.

5. Assistance in preparation of fee studies, cost recovery models or other activities in support of the program.
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6. Consultant shall have the capacity to review, analyze and provide technical, scientific and policy assessments as it relates to analyzing proposed permits, TMDLs and resulting regional wide programs. Consultant shall be able to communicate effectively the impacts and costs associated with proposed actions by the regulators and be able to present said findings to the City staff and elected officials, other elected or appointed bodies either orally or in writing.

7. Review and update the City’s Local Implementation Plan (LIP) on an annual basis and prepare revisions as necessary to comply with current operations, NPDES Permit requirements or other requirements which affect the operation of the LIP.

8. Review and update the City’s Stormwater Ordinance on an annual basis and prepare revisions as necessary to improve enforcement of the NPDES program within the City.

9. Coordinate the invoicing of the City’s NPDES Inspection Fee program, including but not limited to: reviewing and revising the designations and classifications for individual businesses within the City; field checking businesses to determine the appropriat e prioritization of the business; assisting city staff in accounting and invoice preparation, including preparation of invoice master lists for billing; and, reconciling the City’s business list against the MS4 database in order to maintain a current record of businesses for both inspection and invoicing purposes.

10. Coordination with other water conservation organizations and agencies including, but not limited to, Rialto Water Service/Veolia, and SAWPA.

11. Other administrative activities as requested in support of the NPDES program or other associated programs, including water, wastewater and landscaping.

C. INSPECTION PROGRAM

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maintain a record of follow-up inspections, and shall document evidence as necessary in support of prosecution if necessary. Consultant inspection staff shall have the ability to issue Administrative Citations, and Consultant’s Inspection staff shall have PC832 Certification within 60 days of start of contract. Consultant staff shall have Qualified Stormwater Practitioner training and at least one of the supervising inspectors shall be certified as a QSP upon start of the contract.

Consultant shall input and update the MS4 Database on a routine basis as part of the inspection program. Consultant staff shall include Spanish speaking inspectors to ensure that inspection program requirements are appropriately communicated to non-English speaking inspectees. Consultant shall provide inspections for the following program areas:

1. Commercial – Consultant shall inspect each applicable commercial business on a frequency appropriate to the type of business, the activities performed by the business which may result in exposure to stormwater, the SIC/NAICS Codes, and any other information appropriate to the NPDES program. Consultant shall secure on a monthly basis the names and addresses of all new commercial businesses issued licenses by the City and conduct an initial inspection of the business using the Risk Based Scoring System. In addition, the Consultant shall perform a Pre- Treatment Survey to be submitted to the Rialto Water Services/Veolia wastewater operators.

Upon completion of the initial inspection, Consult ant shall establish the business priority within the MS4 Database and shall subsequently maintain all inspections within the MS4 Database as appropriate. Inspections shall comply with the requirements of the current version of the County of San Bernardino MS4 Permit. Consultant shall use forms developed by the City for documenting each inspection. Consultant shall perform follow -up inspections as necessary to ensure corrections of Notices of Correction or Notices of Violations.

2. Industrial - Consultant shall inspect each applicable industrial business on a frequency appropriate to the type of business, the activities performed by the business which may result in exposure to stormwater, the SIC/NAICS Codes, whether the business is listed in t he General Industrial Permit, and other information as appropriate. Consultant shall secure on a monthly basis the names and addresses of all new industrial businesses issued licenses by the City, conduct an initial inspection of the business using the Ris k Based Scoring System. In addition, the Consultant shall perform a Pre- Treatment Survey to be submitted to the Rialto Water Services/Veolia wastewater operators. Upon completion of the initial inspection, Consultant shall establish the business priority w ithin the MS4 Database and shall subsequently maintain all inspections within the MS4 Database as appropriate. Consultant shall consult with Regional Water Quality Control Board staff as appropriate to ensure that the industrial businesses are complying and covered by the General Industrial Permit as appropriate.

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ensure corrections of Notices of Correction or Notices of Violations.

3. Restaurants - Consultant shall inspect each applicable restaurant on a frequency appropriate to the type of business, the activities performed by the business which may result in exposure to stormwater, the SIC/NAICS Codes, the presence of grease interceptors and any other information appropriate to the NPDES program. Consultant shall secure on a monthly basis the names and addresses of all new restaurants issued licenses by the City, conduct an initial inspection of the restaurant using the Risk Based Scoring System. In addition, the Consultant shall perform a Pre- Treatment Survey to be submitted to the Rialto Water Services/Veolia wastewater operators. Upon completion of the initial inspection, Consultant shall establish the business priority within the MS 4 Database and shall subsequently maintain all inspections within the MS4 Database as appropriate. Inspections shall comply with the requirements of the current version of the County of San Bernardino MS4 Permit. Consultant shall be required to conduct a p hysical inspection of each grease interceptor, including determining the remaining capacity and need for services on a frequency consistent with the City’s Fats, Oils and Grease Program – please note that the frequency of FOG inspections may be greater than the frequency set forth in the NPDES Inspection Program. Consultant shall use forms developed by the City for documenting each aspect of the inspection.

Consultant shall perform follow -up inspections as necessary to ensure corrections of Notices of Correction or Notices of Violations.

4. Post Construction BMPS – Consultant shall perform Post Construction BMP Inspections of all BMPS included with current and past WQMP documents to ensure compliance with the requirements of the current version of the San Bernardino County NPDES MS4 Permit. At minimum, all Post Construction BMPs shall be inspected once every three years and at a greater frequency if issues are identified. Consultant shall work with property owners, property managers and tenants to ensure that BMPs are operating as set forth in the WQMP document, an d that said BMPs are being properly maintained to ensure maximum effectiveness for pollutant removal. Consultant shall use forms developed by the City for documenting each aspect of the inspection. Consultant shall perform follow -up inspections as necessary to ensure corrections of Notice of Corrections or Notice of Violations occur. Consultant shall input inspection information into the MS4 database on a routine basis.

5. Construction Sites – Consultant shall perform Construction site inspections in compliance with the current General Construction Permit, the County of San Bernardino MS4 Permit and the City’s current Storm Water Ordinances. Inspections shall be at the frequency determined by the requirements set forth in the County of San Bernardino MS4 permit.

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a list of current public and private construction projects which have been issued grading permits. The Consultant shall review the State SMARTS system to verify that a project has obtained coverage as appropriate under the General Construction Permit and s hall conduct an initial inspection to determine on- site compliance as necessary. Based on the type of construction, the Consultant shall establish an inspection schedule consistent with the priorities set forth in the MS4 Permit and shall maintain set sche dule as required during the wet and dry seasons. Consultant inspection staff shall have their QSP Certification to conduct inspections.

For public projects, the Consultant shall be responsible, in coordination with city staff, for inputting City projects i nto the SMARTS system, shall be responsible for ensuring that the public construction site maintains adequate on- site BMPs, shall perform all necessary inspections, record keeping and filing of annual reports, including but not limited to obtaining Notice of Intent filings, filing of all required documents into the SMARTS system, filing of Annual Reports if required by the duration of the construction project, and filing of Notice of Termination under the direction of the City Engineer. Consultant shall use forms developed by the City for documenting each aspect of the inspection. Consultant shall perform follow- up inspections as necessary to ensure corrections of Notices of Correction or Notices of Violations. Consultant shall input inspection information i nto the MS4 database on a routine basis.

6. Odor Response Assessment – Consultant shall perform odor response assessment as needed utilizing a gas analyzer where applicable and related to NPDES/FOG activities and facilities.

D. TRAINING

Consultant shall be capable of providing annual in- house training programs on various aspects of the NPDES program. Training may include one- on-one mentoring, classroom, tailgate or Zoom sessions. In addition, Consultant shall maintain training records and input training records into the MS4 Database on a routine basis. Training topics may include but are not limited to:

1. Integration of NPDES requirements throughout the development process, including use of the HCOC system, the Watershed Action Plan requirements, WQMP components and Construction inspection requirements within the development process;

2. Integration of the General Construction Permit and the General Industrial Permit, and other statewide requirements into City operations;

3. Compliance with NPDES requirements in Municipal facilities;

4. Other specific training as determined by the City.

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4. PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS:

The firm’s proposal should describe the methodology to be used to accomplish each of the project tasks. The proposal should also describe the work which shall be necessary in order to satisfactorily complete the task requirements. Please note: this RFP cannot identify each specific, individual task required to successfully and completely implement this project. The City of Rialto relies on the professionalism and competence of the selected firm to be knowledgeable of the general areas identified in the scope of work and to include in its proposal all required tasks and subtasks, personnel commitments, man-hours, direct and indirect costs, etc. The City of Rialto will not approve addenda to the selected firm’s agreement which do not involve a substantial change from the general scope of work identified in this RFP.

5. SELECTION PROCESS:

This solicitation has been developed in the Request for Proposals (RFP) format. Accordingly, proposers should take note that multiple factors as identified in the RFP will be considered by the Evaluation Committee to determine which proposal best meets the requirements set forth in the RFP document. PRICE ALONE WILL NOT BE THE SOLE DETERMINING CRITERIA. The City shall review the proposals submitted in reply to this RFP, and a limited number of firms may be invited to make a formal presentation at a future date if desired by the City. The format, selection criteria and date of the presentation will be established at the time of short listing, if conducted.

6. PROPOSAL EVALUATION CRITERIA:

This solicitation has been developed in the “Request for Proposals” (RFP) format. Accordingly, firms should take note that the City will consider multiple criteria in selecting the most qualified firm. Consistent with Federal, State and local laws for the acquisition of professional services, price is NOT an evaluation criteria. Cost proposals are not considered during proposal evaluations. Upon selection of the most qualified firm, the associated cost proposal will be used as a basis for contract negotiations. A contract shall be negotiated on the basis of the submitted Cost Proposal, and in consideration of reasonable and mutually agreed project costs and time requirements. Should successful negotiations not occur with the highest ranked firm, the Cit y may, at its sole discretion, choose to enter into negotiations with the second highest ranked firm, and so on.

PRIOR CITY WORK: If your firm has prior experience working with the City DO NOT assume this prior work is known to the evaluation committee. All firms are evaluated solely on the information contained in their proposal, information obtained from references, and presentations if requested. All proposals must be prepared as if the evaluation committee has no knowledge of the firm, their qualifications or past projects.

An Evaluation Committee, using the following evaluation criteria for this RFP , will evaluate all responsive proposals submitted. The Evaluation Committee may request, if desired by City, formal presentations/interviews from short listed firms at a future date of which the format and presentation evaluation criteria shall be provided at the time of short listing. Participation in any phase of this RFP process, including the interview phase if conducted, is at the sole 262

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expense of the firms replying to this RFP . The City shall NOT be responsible for any costs incurred by any firm in response to, or participation in, this RFP.

Firms are requested to submit their proposals so that they correspond to and are identified with the following specific evaluation criteria:

A. Understanding of City’s Request for Qualifications needs (15 POINTS):

The firm’s proposal must concisely demonstrate that the firm has a unique understanding of the City’s needs based upon the RFP. Proposals will be evaluated on the following general criteria:

i. Without a verbatim recitation of the information contained within this RFP, convey an understanding of the intent of the RF P and of the City’s expectations upon implementation of the scope of services required under this RFP. ii. Identify and discuss “key” or “critical” aspects of the potential services delivered as identified in this RF P, based on prior experiences. I dentify methodologies for managing delivery of the services, modes of communication, how the work tasks will be controlled, how the work assignments will be tracked and how project status will be reported.
iii. Provide a detailed Scope of Work identifying how all of the services will be provided and deliverables completed. The detailed technical scope of work outline must be identical to the outline of tasks and sub-tasks identified in the Cost Proposal. This is to ensure that the final agreed contract has a scope of work and payment schedule which correlate to one another.

B. Project Manager’s Qualifications (30 POINTS):

The firm’s proposal must concisely demonstrate the qualifications of the project manager to be assigned to manage and provide services related to the RFP. Identify:

i. The name and qualifications of the Project Manager to be assigned. ii. The total number of projects the Project Manager (assigned as a “Project Manager”) has successfully completed, and what phases of the project were included.
iii. The total number of projects the Project Manager is currently engaged in which involve professional services as described for this RFP. iv. How many years the Project Manager has been currently employed with the Consultant’s firm. Identify how many years the Project Manager has been previously employed with other firms and identify the number and name of the other firms.
v. How the Project Manager can or will have sufficient time and resources devoted to the firm’s proposal, given current and future time commitments, if selected.

C. Firm’s Qualifications (30 POINTS):

The firm’s proposal must demonstrate past experience with services similar to those requested in the RFP. The proposal shall include the following information:
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i. List the firm’s complete name, type of firm (individual, partnership, corporation or other), telephone number, FAX number, contact person and E -mail address. If a corporation, indicate the state the corporation was organized under. California DIR number must be provided.
ii. List the name and title of the firm’s principal officers with the authority to bind the company in a contractual agreement.
iii. List the firm’s specific and relevant experience with the requested professional services. Identify firm capabilities and the services provided by the firm directly and those provided through sub consultants; provide detailed project specific information, including type of work, dates, agency contact information and other appropriate supporting information, etc.
iv. Indicate the name of sub-consultant firms that will be utilized to make up your team.

Describe each sub-consultant’s background and specific expertise relevant to the services identified in the RF P. California DIR number(s) must be provided for all proposed sub-consultants.

D. Firm’s Resources (20 POINTS):

The firm’s proposal must demonstrate how it has sufficient resources to provide the requested professional services in the time frame required.

i. Describe the firm’s ability to assign additional resources as demand for services may increase dependent upon the City’s needs. Identify the lead time required to respond to a request for services, to prepare a cost proposal, and/or to implement additional staff resources.
ii. Provide a thorough organization structure/chart of staff resources that will be used and available to provide the requested services. Specify how the consultant and its subconsultant(s) will address tasks and sub- tasks to meet the City’s needs for the services identified within this RFP.

E. Local Business Preference (Bonus 5 POINTS):

This solicitation is subject to the provisions of Rialto Municipal Code (RMC) Chapter 2.47 – Local Business Preference. Pursuant to RMC section 2.47.020 a “Qualified Local Business” means a business that: (1) has maintained an office, place of business or distribution point within the city for a period of one year preceding the date upon which a bid is required to be submitted to the city; (2) has secured all licenses and permits necessary to conduct business in the city and has paid all fees and taxes imposed by the city; (3) consents, in writing, to a reduction of its original bid by a percentage determined by the city council and to enter into a contract with the city for the preference bid amount; and (4) meets all other qualifications required to perform the contract for which its bid has been submitted. Pursuant to RMC section 2.47.030 the City may apply a reduction of up to five percent of the amount of the original bid submitted by each qualified local business for any particular project, purchase or service for which the city has solicited bids to achieve a preference bid for each qualified local business. As this solicitation is for professional services where price is not a factor, implementation of the Local Business Preference required by RMC Chapter 2.47 shall be as a 5-point bonus to the evaluation score. Only those Qualified 264

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Local Businesses meeting the criteria in RMC Chapter 2.47 will receive the 5- point bonus. All other firms will receive zero points. Firms must submit the Local Business Preference Form (see Attachment F).

7. PROPOSAL CONTENTS: Firms are requested to format their proposals so that responses correspond directly to, and are identified with, the specific evaluation criteria stated in Section 6 above. The proposals must be in an 8 ½ X 11 format, may be no more than a total of forty (40) pages (folded 11”x17” sheets are acceptable ), including an organization chart, staff resumes and appendices, and cover letter. (A minimum font size of 10 points must be used). NOTE: Dividers, attachments included in this RFP to be submitted with the proposal, and Addenda acknowledgments do NOT count toward the 40-page limit.

Each proposal must include the Work Proposal and the Cost Proposals as outlined below:

The Work Proposal shall be provided in PDF format. The Work proposal files shall be named beginning with your Firms Name ; then “Work Proposal” and shall include the following items:

• Completed Signature authorization and Addenda Acknowledgment (see Attachment A) • Completed Non-Collusion Affidavit Form (see Attachment B) • Completed Conflict Disclosure Form (see Attachment C). Note: the Consultant and all Sub- Consultant Firms are required to submit Attachment C.
• Completed Debarment and Suspension Certification (see Attachment D). Note: the Consultant and all Sub-Consultant Firms are required to submit Attachment D. • Completed Non-Discrimination Certification (see Attachment E). Note: the Consultant and all Sub-Consultant Firms are required to submit Attachment E. • If applicable, a completed Local Business Preference Form (see Attachment F). • Technical proposal – describe in detail your approach and understanding of all necessary tasks and steps involved in the project; include a list of deliverables • Related Experience; include relevant experience date, name of agency, and reference name/contact information

Cost Proposals shall be named beginning with your Firm’s Name; then “Cost Proposal”, and shall include the following items:

• Firms are required to provide a fully detailed cost proposal identifying all task items, hourly rates, and other direct expenses involved with delivery of the requested services. If an “on - call” type of service is requested, provide a fully detailed hourly rate schedule with list of reimbursable expenses involved.
• Cost proposal s shall be provided as a separate file , which will not be opened until the consultants ranking process is complete

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF PROPOSALS: All hard copy proposals must be received via mail to 150 S. Palm Ave., Rialto, CA 92376. Also, a digital copy shall be submitted via PlanetBids.
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The deadline to receive both the hard copy and the digital proposals is: Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 4:00 PM.

Late proposals will not be accepted and will be considered non-responsive.

QUESTIONS: Firms, their representatives, agents or anyone else acting on their behalf are specifically directed NOT to contact any city employee, commission member, committee member, council member, or other agency employee or associate for any purpose related to this RFP other than as directed below. Contact with anyone other than as directed below may be cause for rejection of a proposal.

All questions, technical or otherwise, pertaining to this RFP must be submitted electronically via the Q&A tab of this RFP #26-028 on the PlanetBids website.

Interpretations or clarifications considered necessary in response to such questions will be resolved by the issuance of formal Addenda to the RF P. The deadline for all questions is WEDNESDASY, MAY 20 , 2026. Questions received after this date and time may not be answered. Only questions that have been resolved by formal written Addenda will be binding.

Oral and other interpretations or clarifications will be without legal or contractual effect.

FORM OF AGREEMENT: The selected firm will be required to enter into a contractual agreement, inclusive of insurance requirements, with the City of Rialto in accordance with the standard Professional Services Agreement (see Attachment G). Requested changes to the Professional Services Agreement may not be approved, and the selected firm must ensure that the attached document will be executed.

Failure or refusal to enter into an Agreement or to conform to any of the stipulated requirements in connection therewith shall be just cause for an annulment of the award.

AWARD OF CONTRACT: It is the City’s intent to award a contract to the firm that can provide all services identified in the RFP document. However, the City reserves the right to award a contract to multiple firms or to a single firm, or to make no award, whichever is in the best interest of the City. It is anticipated that award of the contract will occur at the next regularly scheduled City Council meeting after the evaluation committee has made its final selection of the firm to be recommended for award and a contract has been negotiated and agendi zed for consideration. The decision of the City Council will be final.

RESPONSIBILITY OF PROPOSER: All firms responding to this RFP shall be responsible. If it is found that a firm is irresponsible (e.g., has not paid taxes, is not a legal entity, submitted a proposal without an authorized signature, falsified any information in the proposal package, etc.), the proposal shall be rejected.

PUBLIC RECORD: All documents submitted in response to this solicitation will become the property of the City of Rialto and are subject to the California Code Section 6250 et seq., commonly known as the Public Records Act. Information contained in the documents, or any other materials associated with the solicitation, may be made public after the review process has been completed, negotiations have concluded and a recommendation for award has been 266

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officially agendized for City Council consideration, and/or following award of contract to a specific firm, if any, by the City Council.

COST RELATED TO PROPOSAL PREPARATION: The City will NOT be responsible for any costs incurred by any firm responding to this RF P in the preparation of their proposal or participation in any presentation if requested, development of any technical proposal if requested, or any other aspects of the entire RFP process.

BUSINESS LICENSE: The selected firm will be required to be licensed in accordance with Title 5 of the City of Rialto Municipal Code, entitled “Business Licenses and Regulations”.

PROPOSAL INFORMALITIES OR DEFECTS: The City of Rialto reserves the right to waive any informality or technical defect in a proposal and to accept or reject, in whole or in part, any or all proposals and to seek new RFP’s, as best serves the interests of the City.

INVESTIGATIONS: The City reserves the right to make such investigations as it deems necessary to determine the ability of the firms responding to this RF P to perform the Work and the firm shall furnish to the City all such information and data for this purpose as the City may request. The City reserves the right to reject any proposal if the evidence submitted by or investigation of such firm fails to sati sfy the City that such firm is properly qualified to carry out the obligations of the Contract and to complete the Work contemplated therein.

PROPOSALS TO REMAIN OPEN: The Proposer shall guarantee that all contents of their proposal shall be valid for a period of 120 calendar days from the due date of proposals.

SIGNED PROPOSAL AND EXCEPTIONS: Submission of a signed proposal will be interpreted to mean that the firm responding to this RFP has hereby agreed to all the terms and conditions set forth in all of the sheets which make up this Request for Proposals, and any attached sample agreement. Exceptions to any of the requirements contained in the RFP documents will not be accepted. Exceptions to the City’s standard Agreement terms and conditions, including insurance requirements, may be considered in the evaluation process; however, the City makes no guarantee that any such exceptions will be approved. Any exceptions to the standard Agreement must be identified in the submitted Proposal.

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TECHNICAL CONSULTANT SERVICES TO ASSIST WITH THE NATIONAL

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SIGNATURE AUTHORIZATION

PROPOSER: ___________________________________________________________________________

A. I hereby certify that I have the authority to submit this Proposal to the City of Rialto for the above listed individual or company. I certify that I have the authority to bind myself/this company in a contract should I be successful in my proposal.

____________________________________

SIGNATURE

B. The following information relates to the legal contractor listed above, whether an individual or a company.

Place check marks as appropriate:

1. If successful, the contract language should refer to me/my company as:

____ An individual;
____ A partnership, Partners’ names:

____ A company; (registered in ________)
____ A corporation; (incorporated in _______)

2. My tax identification number is: __________________________

ADDENDA ACKNOWLEDGMENT:

Acknowledgment of Receipt of any Addenda issued by the City for this RFP is required by including the acknowledgment with your proposal. Failure to acknowledge the Addenda issued may result in your proposal being deemed non-responsive.

In the space provided below, please acknowledge receipt of each Addenda:

Addendum(s) # _______________ is/are hereby acknowledged.

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The Proposer shall furnish the following information. Additional sheets may be attached, if necessary.

(1) Name: ________________________________________________________________ (2) Address: ________________________________________________________________ (3) Phone No.: ______________________________Fax No.:___________________________ (4) E-Mail: ________________________________________________________________ (5) Type of Firm: (Check all that apply)
______ Individual ______ Partnership ______ Corporation ______ Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) ______ Women Business Enterprise (WBE) ______ Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) ______ Veteran Owned Business ______ Disabled Veteran Owned Business ______ Other (6) Business License: _____Yes _____No License Number: ___________________________ (7) Tax Identification Number: _____________________________________________________ (8) Names and Titles of corporate members of the firm:
____________________________________ ____________________________________ ____________________________________ ____________________________________ ____________________________________ ____________________________________ (9) Three (3) projects of this type recently completed:

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NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT

The undersigned, being first duly sworn, deposes and says that he or she is the following person authorized to submit the attached proposal from the following firm (herein the “Proposer”):

Further, that the Proposal is not made in the interests of, or on the behalf of, any undisclosed person, partnership, company, association, organization, or corporation; that the Proposal is genuine and not collusive or sham; that the Proposer has not directly or indirectly induced or solicited any other Proposer to put in a false or sham Proposal, and has not directly or indirectly colluded, conspired, connived, or agreed with any Proposer or anyone else to put in a sham Proposal, or that anyone shall refr ain from Proposing; that the Proposer has not in any manner, directly or indirectly, sought by agreement, communication, or conference with anyone to fix the Proposal price of the Proposer or any other Proposer, or to fix any overhead, profit, or cost elem ent of the Proposal price, or of that of any other Proposer, or to secure any advantage against the public body awarding the contract of anyone interested in the proposed contract; that all statements contained in the Proposal are true; and, further, that the Proposer has not, directly or indirectly, submitted his or her Proposal price or any breakdown thereof, or the contents thereof, or divulged information or data relative thereof, or paid, and will not pay, any fee to any corporation, partnership, company, association, organization, Proposal depository, or any other member or agent thereof to effectuate a collusive or sham Proposal.

By:

Signature

Title:

Subscribed and sworn to before this ____ day of ___________________, 20__.

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DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION CERTIFICATION

The Consultant, under penalty of perjury, certifies that, except as noted below, he/she or any other person associated therewith in the capacity of owner, partner, director, officer, and manager:
• Is not currently under suspension, debarment, voluntary exclusion, or determination of ineligibility by any federal agency;
• Has not been suspended, debarred, voluntarily excluded or determined ineligible by any federal agency within the past 3 years;
• Does not have a proposed debarment pending; and
• Has not been indicted, convicted, or had a civil judgment rendered against it by a court of competent jurisdiction in any matter involving fraud or official misconduct within the past 3 years.

If there are any exceptions to this certification, insert the exceptions in the following space.

Exceptions will not necessarily result in denial of award but will be considered in determining Proposer responsibility. For any exception noted above, indicate below to whom it applies, initiating agency, and dates of action.

Notes: Providing false information may result in criminal prosecution or administrative sanctions.

Consultant Name:

(Date) (Signature)

(Name & Title)

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NON-DISCRIMINATION CERTIFICATION

In connection with its performance under this Agreement, the Consultant hereby certifies that it shall not discriminate in its employment with regard to age, handicap, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin; that it is in compliance with all federal, state, local directives, and executive orders regarding non- discrimination in employment; and that it agr ees to demonstrate positively and aggressively the principle of equal employment opportunity in employment.

We agree specifically:

1. To establish or observe employment policies which affirmatively promote opportunities for minority persons at all job levels.

2. To communicate this policy to all persons concerned, including all company employees, outside recruiting services, especially those serving minority communities, and to the minority communities at large.

3. To take affirmative steps to hire minority employees within the company.

Consultant Name:

(Date) (Signature)

(Name & Title)

Attached herewith is a copy of the Consultant’s currently adopted equal opportunity employment program.

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LOCAL BUSINESS PREFERENCE FORM

I certify that the following business I represent is submitting a proposal as a “Qualified Local Business” in accordance with Chapter 2.47 of the Rialto Municipal Code and satisfies the following criteria:

(1) It has maintained an office, place of business or distribution point within the city for a period of one year preceding the date upon which the proposal submitted herewith is required to be submitted to the city.

(2) It has secured all licenses and permits necessary to conduct business in the city and it has paid all fees and taxes imposed by the city.

(3) It meets all other qualifications required to perform the contract for which its bid has been submitted.

I hereby request a 5- point bonus to the evaluation score in accordance with the RFP Documents. I make this certification with the full knowledge that I personally, and the following business I represent, may be subject to penalties and remedies pursuant to Section 2.47.070 of the Rialto Municipal Code for misrepresentation as a Qualified Local Business, including, but not limited to, a restriction from submitting any future proposal and award of a contract for a period of three (3) years.

Company Name:

Address:

Type of Products or Services:

Business License Number:

Phone Number:

Owner’s Name:

Total number of employees________Total number of employees that reside in the City _________ Attached herewith is a copy of our City of Rialto Business License.

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT

BETWEEN THE CITY OF RIALTO AND
(FIRM NAME)
THIS SERVICES AGREEMENT (herein “Agreement”) is made and entered into this ____ day of ______________, 20__, by and between the City of Rialto, a municipal corporation and California general law city (“City”), and (FULL LEGAL NAME OF FIRM), (“Consultant”). City and Consultant are sometimes individually referred to as “Party” or collectively as “Parties”.

RECITALS
A. City has sought, by Request for Proposals No. 26-028, the performance of professional services related to National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Program, as defined and described particularly in Article 1 of this Agreement.

B. Following the submission of a proposal for the performance of the services defined and described particularly in Article 1 of this Agreement, Consultant was selected by the City to perform those services.

C. Pursuant to Chapter 2.48 of the Rialto Municipal Code, City has authority to enter into and execute this Agreement.

D. The Parties desire to formalize the selection of Consultant for the performance of those services defined and described particularly in Article 1 of this Agreement and desire that the terms of that performance be as particularly defined and described herein.

OPERATIVE PROVISIONS
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants made by the Parties and contained herein and other consideration, the value and adequacy of which are hereby acknowledged, the parties agree as follows:

ARTICLE 1. SERVICES OF CONSULTANT

1.1 Scope of Services.

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herein by this reference, which services may be referred to herein as the “services” or “work” hereunder. As a material inducement for City to enter into this Agreement, Consultant represents and warrants that it has the qualifications, experience, and facilities necessary to properly perform the services required under this Agreement in a thorough, competent, and professional manner, it meets all local, state, and federal requirements in performing the services, and it is experienced in performing the wor k and services contemplated herein. Consultant shall at all times faithfully, competently, and to the best of its ability, experience, and talent, perform all services described herein. Consultant covenants that it shall follow the highest professional s tandards in performing the work and services required hereunder and that all materials will be of good quality, fit for the purpose intended. For purposes of this Agreement, the phrase “highest professional standards” shall mean those standards of practice recognized by one or more first-class firms performing similar work under similar circumstances.

1.2 Consultant’s Proposal.

The Agreement between the Parties shall consist of the following: (1) this Agreement; (2) the Scope of Services; (3) the City’s Request for Proposals No. 26- 028; and, (4) the Consultant’s signed, original proposal submitted to the City (“Consultant’s Proposal”), (collectively referred to as the “Contract Documents”) . The Contract Documents and Accepted Proposal shall be incorporated herein by this reference as though fully set forth herein. In the event of any inconsistency between the Scope of Services, Consultant’s Proposal, and/or this Agreement, the terms of this Agreement shall govern.

1.3 Compliance with Law.

Consultant shall keep itself informed concerning, and shall render all services hereunder in accordance with, all ordinances, resolutions, statutes, rules, and regulations of the City and any federal, state, or local governmental entity having jurisdiction in effect at the time service is rendered.

1.4 Licenses, Permits, Fees, and Assessments.

Consultant shall obtain, at its sole cost and expense, such licenses, permits, and approvals as may be required by law for the performance of the services required by this Agreement. Consultant shall have the sole obligation to pay for any fees, assessments, and taxes, plus applicable penalties and interest, which may be imposed by law and arise from or are necessary for the Consultant’s performance of the services required by this Agreement, and shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless City, its officer s, employees or agents of City, against any such fees, assessments, taxes penalties, or interest levied, assessed, or imposed against City hereunder.

1.5 Familiarity with Work.

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Agreement. If the services involve work upon any site, Consultant warrants that Consultant has or will investigate the site and is or will be fully acquainted with the conditions there existing, prior to commencement of services hereunder. If Consultant discovers any latent or unknown conditions that will materially affect the performance of the services hereunder, then Consultant shall immediately inform the City of such fact and shall not proceed except at City’s risk until written instructions are received from the Contract Officer.

1.6 Care of Work.

Consultant shall adopt reasonable methods during the life of the Agreement to furnish continuous protection to the work, and the equipment, materials, papers, documents, plans, studies, and/or other components thereof, to prevent losses or damages, and shall be responsible for all such damages to persons or property, until acceptance of the work by City, except such losses or damages as may be caused by City’s own negligence.

1.7 Prevailing Wages.

1.8 Further Responsibilities of Parties.

Both Parties agree to use reasonable care and diligence to perform their respective obligations under this Agreement. Both Parties agree to act in good faith to execute all instruments, prepare all documents, and take all actions as may be reasonably necessary to carry out the purposes of this Agreement. Unless specified in this Agreement, neither Party shall be responsible for the service of the other.

1.9 Additional Services.

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the written approval of the Parties. Any amendment to this Agreement shall be reviewed and approved by the City Manager. In accordance with Rialto Municipal Code section

2.48.180, i ncreases in compensation of this Agreement may be approved by the City Manager provided: (a) the initial Contract Sum was less than One Hundred Thousand Dollars ($100,000) and the amended Contract Sum when considering any or all amendments will not exceed One Hundred Thousand Dollars ($100,000); or (b) the agreement was approved by the City Council and the increases in compensation taken either separately or cumulatively do not exceed One Hundred Thousand Dollars ($100,000). Any greater increases, taken either separately or cumulatively must be approved by the City Council. Payment for additional services rendered by Consultant under this Agreement requires the submission of the actual costs of Consultant’s performance of the extra work with the invoice(s) for the extra work claim(s), as provided in Section 2.4. It is expressly understood by Consultant that the provisions of this Section shall not apply to services specifically set forth in the Scope of Services. Consultant hereby acknowledges that it accepts the risk that the services to be provided pursuant to the Scope of Services may be more costly or time consuming than Consultant anticipates and that Consultant shall not be entitled to additional compensation therefor. City may in its sole and absolute discretion have similar work done by other contractors.

No claim for an adjustment in the contract amount or time for performance shall be valid unless the procedures established in this Section are followed.

ARTICLE 2. COMPENSATION AND METHOD OF PAYMENT

2.1 Contract Sum.

Subject to any limitations set forth in this Agreement, City agrees to pay Consultant the amounts specified in the “ Cost Proposal ” attached hereto as Exhibit “B” and incorporated herein by this reference. For the Initial Phase of Services (Pre- Construction), upon commencement of this Agreement the total compensation, including reimbursement for actual expenses, shall not exceed (SPECIFY CONTRACT SUM) ($XXXX.XX) (the “Contract Sum”). The Contract Sum may also be increased for additional services pursuant to Section 1.9.

2.2 Method of Compensation.

The method of compensation may include: (i) a lump sum payment upon completion; (ii) payment in accordance with specified tasks or the percentage of completion of the services; (iii) payment for time and materials based upon the Consultant’s rates as spec ified in the Schedule of Compensation, provided that time estimates are provided for the performance of sub tasks, but not exceeding the Contract Sum; or (iv) such other methods as may be specified in the Schedule of Compensation.

2.3 Reimbursable Expenses.

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Compensation. The Contract Sum shall include the attendance of Consultant at all project meetings reasonably deemed necessary by the City. Coordination of the performance of the work with City is a critical component of the services. If Consultant is required to attend additional meetings to facilitate such coordination, Consultant shall not be entitled to any additional compensation for attending said meetings.

2.4 Invoices.

Each month Consultant shall furnish to City an original invoice for all work performed and expenses incurred during the preceding month in a form approved by City’s Director of Finance. By submitting an invoice for payment under this Agreement, Consultant is certifying compliance with all provisions of the Agreement. The invoice shall detail charges for all necessary and actual expenses by the following categories: labor (by sub-category), travel, materials, equipment, supplies, and sub- contractor contracts.

Sub-contractor charges shall also be detailed by such categories. Consultant shall not invoice City for any duplicate services performed by more than one person.

City may independently review each invoice submitted by the Consultant to determine whether the work performed and expenses incurred are in compliance with the provisions of this Agreement. Except as to any charges for work performed or expenses incurred by Consultant which are disputed by City, or as provided in Section 7.3, City will use its best efforts to cause Consultant to be paid within thirty (30) days of receipt of Consultant’s correct and undisputed invoice; however, Consultant acknowledges and agrees that due to City warrant run procedures, the City cannot guarantee that payment will occur within this time period. In the event any charges or expenses are disputed by City, the original invoice shall be returned by City to Consultant for correction and resubmission.

2.5 No Waiver.

Review and payment by City to Consultant of any invoice for work performed by Consultant pursuant to this Agreement shall not be deemed a waiver of any defects in work performed by Consultant or of any rights or remedies provided herein or any applicable law.

ARTICLE 3. PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE

3.1 Time of Essence.

Time is of the essence in the performance of this Agreement.

3.2 Schedule of Performance.

Consultant shall commence the services pursuant to this Agreement upon receipt of a written notice to proceed and shall perform all services within the time period(s) established in the “Schedule of Performance” attached hereto as Exhibit “C” and incorporated herein by this reference. When requested by the Consultant, extensions to the time period(s) specified in the Schedule of Performance may be approved in writing by the Contract Officer.
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3.3 Force Majeure.

The time period(s) specified in the Schedule of Performance for performance of the services rendered pursuant to this Agreement shall be extended because of any delays due to unforeseeable causes beyond the control and without the fault or negligence of the Consultant, including, but not restricted to, acts of God or of the public enemy, unusually severe weather, fires, earthquakes, floods, epidemics, quarantine restrictions, riots, strikes, freight embargoes, wars, litigation, and/or acts of any governmental agency, including the City, if the Consultant shall, within ten (10) days of the commencement of such delay, notify the Contract Officer in writing of the causes of the delay. The Contract Officer shall ascertain the facts and the extent of delay, and extend the time for performing the services for the period of the enforced delay when and if in the judgment of the Contract Officer such delay is justified. The Contract Officer shall extend the time for performance in accordance with the procedures set forth in Section

1.9. The Contract Officer’s determination shall be final and conclusive upon the Parties to this Agreement. In no event shall Consultant be entitled to recover damages against the City for any delay in the performance of this Agreement, however caused, Consultant’s sole remedy being extension of the Agreement pursuant to this Section.

3.4 Term.

Unless earlier terminated in accordance with Article 7 of this Agreement, this Agreement shall continue in full force and effect through completion of the services related to Request for Proposals No. 26-028, (the “Project”), and as identified in the Schedule of Performance, Exhibit “C”.

ARTICLE 4. COORDINATION OF WORK

4.1 Representatives and Personnel of Consultant.

The following principals of Consultant (“Principals”) are hereby designated as being the principals and representatives of Consultant authorized to act in its behalf with respect to the work specified herein and make all decisions in connection therewith:

(Name) (Title)

It is expressly understood that the experience, knowledge, capability, and reputation of the foregoing Principals were a substantial inducement for City to enter into this Agreement. Therefore, the Principals shall be responsible during the term of this Agreement for directing all activities of Consultant and devoting sufficient time to personally supervise the services hereunder. All personnel of Consultant, and any authorized agents, shall at all times be under the exclusive direction and control of the Principals. For purposes of this Agreement, the Principals may not be replaced nor may their responsibilities be substantially reduced by Consultant without the express written approval of City. Additionally, Consultant shall utilize only competent pers onnel to 284

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perform services pursuant to this Agreement. Consultant shall make every reasonable effort to maintain the stability and continuity of Consultant’s staff and subcontractors, if any, assigned to perform the services required under this Agreement. Consulta nt shall notify City of any changes in Consultant’s staff and subcontractors, if any, assigned to perform the services required under this Agreement, prior to and during any such performance. In the event that City, in its sole discretion, at any time dur ing the term of this Agreement, desires to reassign any staff or subcontractor of Consultant, Consultant shall, immediately upon a Reassign Notice from City of such desire of City, reassign such persons or persons.

4.2 Status of Consultant.

Consultant shall have no authority to bind City in any manner, or to incur any obligation, debt or liability of any kind on behalf of or against City, whether by contract or otherwise, unless such authority is expressly conferred under this Agreement or is otherwise expressly conferred in writing by City. Consultant shall not at any time or in any manner represent that Consultant or any of Consultant’s officers, employees, or agents are in any manner officials, officers, employees or agents of City. Neith er Consultant, nor any of Consultant’s officers, employees or agents, shall obtain any rights to retirement, health care, or any other benefits which may otherwise accrue to City’s employees. Consultant expressly waives any claim Consultant may have to any such rights.

4.3 Contract Officer.

Unless otherwise specified herein, any approval of City required hereunder shall mean the approval of the Contract Officer. The Contract Officer shall have authority, if specified in writing by the City Manager , to sign all documents on behalf of the City requir ed hereunder to carry out the terms of this Agreement.

4.4 Independent Contractor.

Neither the City nor any of its employees shall have any control over the manner, mode, or means by which Consultant, its agents or employees, perform the services required herein, except as otherwise set forth herein. City shall have no voice in the selection, discharge, supervision or control of Consultant’s employees, servants, representatives, or agents, or in fixing their number, compensation, or hours of service.

Consultant shall perform all services required herein as an independent contractor of City and shall remain at all times as to City a wholly independent contractor with only such obligations as are consistent with that role. Consultant shall not at any time or in any manner represent that it or any of its agents or employees are agents or e mployees of City. City shall not in any way or for any purpose become or be deemed to be a partner of Consultant in its business or otherwise or a joint venturer or a member of any joint enterprise with Consultant.
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4.5 Prohibition Against Subcontracting or Assignment.

The experience, knowledge, capability, and reputation of Consultant, its principals and employees were a substantial inducement for the City to enter into this Agreement.

Therefore, Consultant shall not contract with any other entity to perform in whole or in part the services required hereunder without the express written approval of the City. In addition, neither this Agreement nor any interest herein may be transferred, assigned, conveyed, hypothecated, or encumbered voluntarily or by operation of law, whether for the benefit of creditors or otherwise, without the prior written approval of City. Transfers restricted hereunder shall include the transfer to any person or group of persons acting in concert of more than twenty five percent (25%) of the present ownership and/or control of Consultant, taking all transfers into account on a cumulative basis. In the event of any such unapproved transfer, including any bankruptcy proceeding, this Agreement shall be void. No approved transfer shall release the Consultant or any surety of Consultant of any liability hereunder without the express consent of City.

ARTICLE 5. INSURANCE, INDEMNIFICATION AND BONDS

5.1 Insurance Coverages.

The Consultant shall procure and maintain, at its sole cost and expense, in a form and content satisfactory to City, during the entire term of this Agreement including any extension thereof, the following policies of insurance which shall cover all elected and appointed officers, employees, and agents of City:
(a) Comprehensive General Liability Insurance (Occurrence Form CG0001 or equivalent). A policy of comprehensive general liability insurance written on a per occurrence basis for bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage. The policy of insurance shall be in an amount not less than $1,000,000.00 per occurrence or if a general ag gregate limit is used, then the general aggregate limit shall be twice the occurrence limit.
(b) Worker’s Compensation Insurance. A policy of worker’s compensation insurance in such amount as will fully comply with the laws of the State of California and which shall indemnify, insure, and provide legal defense for both the Consultant and the City against any loss, claim, or damage arising from any injuries or occupational diseases occurring to any worker employed by or any persons retained by the Consultant in the course of carrying out the work or services contemplated in this Agreement.
(c) Automotive Insurance (Form CA 0001 (Ed 1/87) including “any auto” and endorsement CA 0025 or equivalent). A policy of comprehensive automobile liability insurance written on a per occurrence for bodily injury and property damage in an amount not less than $1,000,000. Said policy shall include coverage for owned, non- owned, leased, and hired cars.
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required by this Agreement must be endorsed to be applicable to claims based upon, arising out of, or related to services performed under this Agreement. The insurance must be maintained for at least 5 consecutive years following the completion of Consult ant’s services or the termination of this Agreement. During this additional 5- year period, Consultant shall annually and upon request of the City submit written evidence of this continuous coverage.
(e) Additional Insurance. Policies of such other insurance, as may be required in the Special Requirements.
(f) Subcontractors. Consultant shall include all subcontractors as insureds under its policies or shall furnish separate certificates and certified endorsements for each subcontractor. All coverages for subcontractors shall be subject to all of the requirements stated herein.

5.2 General Insurance Requirements.

All of the above policies of insurance shall be primary insurance and shall name the City, its elected and appointed officers, employees, and agents as additional insureds, and any insurance maintained by City or its officers, employees, or agents shall ap ply in excess of, and not contribute with, Consultant’s insurance. The insurer is deemed hereof to waive all rights of subrogation and contribution it may have against the City, its officers, employees, and agents and their respective insurers. The insurance policy must specify that where the primary insured does not satisfy the self -insured retention, any additional insured may satisfy the self -insured retention. All of said policies of insurance shall provide that said insurance may not be amended or cancelled by the insurer or any Party hereto without providing thirty (30) days prior written notice by certified mail return receipt requested to the City. In the event any of said policies of insurance are cancelled, the Consultant shall, prior to the ca ncellation date, submit new evidence of insurance in conformance with Section 5.1 to the Contract Officer. No work or services under this Agreement shall commence until the Consultant has provided the City with Certificates of Insurance or appropriate ins urance binders evidencing the above insurance coverages and said Certificates of Insurance or binders are approved by the City. City reserves the right to inspect complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies at any time.

Any failure to c omply with the reporting or other provisions of the policies including breaches or warranties shall not affect coverage provided to City.

City, its respective elected and appointed officers, directors, officials, employees, agents and volunteers are to be covered as additional insureds as respects: liability arising out of activities Consultant performs; products and completed operations of Consultant; premises owned, occupied or used by Consultant; or automobiles owned, leased, hired or borrowed by Consultant. The coverage shall contain no special limitations on the scope of protection afforded to City, and their respective elected and appointed officers, officials, employees or volunteers. Consultant’s insurance shall apply separately to each insured against whom claim is made or suit is brought, except with respect to the limits of the insurer’s liability.

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self-insured retentions as respects City or its respective elected or appointed officers, officials, employees and volunteers or the Consultant shall procure a bond guaranteeing payment of losses and related investigations, claim administration, defense expenses and claims. The Consultant agrees that the requirement to provide insurance shall not be construed as limiting in any way the extent to which the Consultant may be held responsible for the payment of damages to any persons or property resulting fro m the Consultant’s activities or the activities of any person or persons for which the Consultant is otherwise responsible nor shall it limit the Consultant’s indemnification liabilities as provided in Section 5.3.

In the event the Consultant subcontracts any portion of the work in compliance with Section 4.5 of this Agreement, the contract between the Consultant and such subcontractor shall require the subcontractor to maintain the same policies of insurance that the Consultant is required to maintain pursuant to Section 5.1, and such certificates and endorsements shall be provided to City.

5.3 Indemnification.

To the full extent permitted by law, Consultant agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the City, its officers, employees and agents (“Indemnified Parties”) against any and all actions, either judicial, administrative, arbitration or regulatory clai ms, damages to persons or property, losses, costs, penalties, obligations, errors, omissions or liabilities whether actual or threatened (herein “claims or liabilities”) that may be asserted or claimed by any person, firm or entity arising out of or in connection with the negligent performance of the work, operations, or activities provided herein of Consultant, its officers, employees, agents, subcontractors, or invitees, or any individual or entity for which Consultant is legally liable (“indemnitors”), arising from Consultant’s reckless or willful misconduct, or arising from Consultant’s or indemnitors’ negligent performance of or failure to perform any term, provision, covenant, or condition of this Agreement, and in connection therewith:
(a) Consultant will defend any action or actions filed in connection with any of said claims or liabilities and will pay all costs and expenses, including legal costs and attorneys’ fees incurred in connection therewith;
(b) Consultant will promptly pay any judgment rendered against the City, its officers, agents, or employees for any such claims or liabilities arising out of or in connection with the negligent performance of or failure to perform such work, operations or activities of Consultant hereunder; and Consultant agrees to save and hold the City, its officers, agents, and employees harmless therefrom; (c) In the event the City, its officers, agents or employees is made a party to any action or proceeding filed or prosecuted against Consultant for such damages or other claims arising out of or in connection with the negligent performance of or failure to perform the work, operation or activities of Consultant hereunder, Consultant agrees to pay to the City, its officers, agents, or employees, any and all costs and expenses incurred by the City, its officers, agents, or employees in such action or proceedi ng, including but not limited to, legal costs and attorneys’ fees. 288

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Consultant shall incorporate similar, indemnity agreements with its subcontractors and if it fails to do so Consultant shall be fully responsible to indemnify City hereunder therefore, and failure of City to monitor compliance with these provisions shall not be a waiver hereof. This indemnification includes claims or liabilities arising from any negligent or wrongful act, error or omission, or reckless or willful misconduct of Consultant in the performance of professional services hereunder. The provisions of this Section do not apply to claims or liabilities occurring as a result of City’s sole negligence or willful acts or omissions, but, to the fullest extent permitted by law, shall apply to claims and liabilities resulting in part from City’s negligenc e, except that design professionals’ indemnity hereunder shall be limited to claims and liabilities arising out of the negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct of the design professional. The indemnity obligation shall be binding on successors and assigns of Consultant and shall survive termination of this Agreement.

5.4 Sufficiency of Insurer or Surety.

Insurance required by this Agreement shall be satisfactory only if issued by companies qualified to do business in California, rated “A” or better in the most recent edition of Best Rating Guide, The Key Rating Guide or in the Federal Register, and only if they are of a financial category Class VII or better, unless such requirements are waived by the Risk Manager of the City (“Risk Manager”) due to unique circumstances. If this Agreement continues for more than 3 years duration, or in the event the Risk M anager determines that the work or services to be performed under this Agreement creates an increased or decreased risk of loss to the City, the Consultant agrees that the minimum limits of the insurance policies may be changed accordingly upon receipt of written notice from the Risk Manager Consultant.

ARTICLE 6. RECORDS, REPORTS, AND RELEASE OF INFORMATION

6.1 Records.

Any and all such documents shall be maintained in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and shall be complete and detailed. The Contract Officer shall have full and free access to such books and records at all times during normal business hours of City, including the right to inspect, copy, audit and make records and transcr ipts from such records. Such records shall be maintained for a period of 3 years following completion of the services hereunder, and the City shall have access to such records in the event any audit is required. In the event of dissolution of Consultant’ s business, custody of the books and records may be given to City, and access shall be provided by Consultant’s successor in interest.

6.2 Reports.
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Consultant shall periodically prepare and submit to the Contract Officer such reports concerning the performance of the services required by this Agreement as the Contract Officer shall require. Consultant hereby acknowledges that the City is greatly concerned about the cost of work and services to be performed pursuant to this Agreement. For this reason, Consultant agrees that if Consultant becomes aware of any facts, circumstances, techniques, or events that may or will materially increase or decrease t he cost of the work or services contemplated herein or, if Consultant is providing design services, the cost of the project being designed, Consultant shall promptly notify the Contract Officer of said fact, circumstance, technique or event and the estimated increased or decreased cost related thereto and, if Consultant is providing design services, the estimated increased or decreased cost estimate for the project being designed.

6.3 Ownership of Documents.

All drawings, specifications, maps, designs, photographs, studies, surveys, data, notes, computer files, reports, records, documents and other materials (the “documents and materials”) prepared by Consultant, its employees, subcontractors and agents in the performance of this Agreement shall be the property of City and shall be delivered to City upon request of the Contract Officer or upon the termination of this Agreement, and Consultant shall have no claim for further employment or additional compensation as a result of the exercise by City of its full rights of ownership use, reuse, or assignment of the documents and materials hereunder. Any use, reuse or assignment of such completed documents for other projects and/or use of uncompleted documents without specific written authorization by the Consultant will be at the City’s sole risk and without liability to Consultant, and Consultant’s guarantee and warranties shall not extend to such use, reuse or assignment. Consultant may retain copies of such docum ents for its own use. Consultant shall have the right to use the concepts embodied therein. All subcontractors shall provide for assignment to City any documents or materials prepared by them, and in the event Consultant fails to secure such assignment, Consultant shall indemnify City for all damages resulting therefrom.

6.4 Confidentiality and Release of Information.
(a) All information gained or work product produced by Consultant in performance of this Agreement shall be considered confidential, unless such information is in the public domain or already known to Consultant. Consultant shall not release or disclose any such information or work product to persons or entities other than City without prior written authorization from the Contract Officer. (b) Consultant, its officers, employees, agents or subcontractors, shall not, without prior written authorization from the Contract Officer or unless requested by the City Attorney, voluntarily provide documents, declarations, letters of support, testimony at depositions, response to interrogatories or other information concerning the work performed under this Agreement. Response to a subpoena or court order shall not be considered “voluntary” provided Consultant gives City notice of such court order or subpoena.
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(c) If Consultant, or any officer, employee, agent or subcontractor of Consultant, provides any information or work product in violation of this Agreement, then City shall have the right to reimbursement and indemnity from Consultant for any damages, costs and fees, including attorney’s fees, caused by or incurred as a result of Consultant’s conduct.
(d) Consultant shall promptly notify City should Consultant, its officers, employees, agents, or subcontractors be served with any summons, complaint, subpoena, notice of deposition, request for documents, interrogatories, request for admissions or other discovery request, court order or subpoena from any party regarding this Agreement and the work performed there under. City retains the right, but has no obligation, to represent Consultant or be present at any deposition, hearing or similar proceeding. Consultant agrees to cooperate fully with City and to provide City with the opportunity to review any response to discovery requests provided by Consultant.

However, this right to review any such response does not imply or mean the right by City to control, direct, or rewrite said response.

ARTICLE 7. ENFORCEMENT OF AGREEMENT AND TERMINATION

7.1 California Law.

This Agreement shall be interpreted, construed, and governed both as to validity and to performance of the Parties in accordance with the laws of the State of California.

Legal actions concerning any dispute, claim, or matter arising out of or in relation to this Agreement shall be instituted in the Superior Court of the County of San Bernardino, State of California, or any other appropriate court in such county, and Consultant covenants and agrees to submit to the personal jurisdiction of such court in the event of such action.

In the event of litigation in a U.S. District Court, venue shall lie exclusively in the Central District of California, Eastern Division.

7.2 Disputes; Default.

In the event that Consultant is in default under the terms of this Agreement, the City shall not have any obligation or duty to continue compensating Consultant for any work performed after the date of default. Instead, the City may give notice to Consultant of the default and the reasons for the default. The notice shall include the timeframe in which Consultant may cure the default. This timeframe is presumptively thirty (30) days, but may be extended, though not reduced, if circumstances warrant. Dur ing the period of time that Consultant is in default, the City shall hold all invoices and shall proceed with payment on the invoices only when the default is cured. In the alternative, the City may, in its sole discretion, elect to pay some or all of the outstanding invoices during the period of default. If Consultant does not cure the default, the City may take necessary steps to terminate this Agreement under this Article. Any failure on the part of the City to give notice of the Consultant’s default shall not be deemed to result in a waiver of the City’s legal rights or any rights arising out of any provision of this Agreement.

7.3 Retention of Funds.
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Consultant hereby authorizes City to deduct from any amount payable to Consultant (whether or not arising out of this Agreement) (i) any amounts the payment of which may be in dispute hereunder or which are necessary to compensate City for any losses, costs, liabilities, or damages suffered by City, and (ii) all amounts for which City may be liable to third parties, by reason of Consultant’s acts or omissions in performing or failing to perform Consultant’s obligation under this Agreement. In the event that any claim is made by a third party, the amount or validity of which is disputed by Consultant, or any indebtedness shall exist which shall appear to be the basis for a claim of lien, City may withhold from any payment due, without liability for interest because of such withholding, an amount sufficient to cover such claim. The failure of City to exercise such right to deduct or to withhold shall not, however, affect the obligations of the Consultant to insure, indemnify, and protect City as elsewhere provided herein.

7.4 Waiver.

Waiver by any Party to this Agreement of any term, condition, or covenant of this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of any other term, condition, or covenant. Waiver by any Party of any breach of the provisions of this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of any other provision or a waiver of any subsequent breach or violation of any provision of this Agreement. Acceptance by City of any work or services by Consultant shall not constitute a waiver of any of the provisions of this Agreement. No delay or omission in the exercise of any right or remedy by a non- defaulting Party on any default shall impair such right or remedy or be construed as a waiver. Any waiver by either Party of any default must be in writing and shall not be a waiver of any other default concerning the same or any other provision of this Agreement.

7.5 Rights and Remedies are Cumulative.

Except with respect to rights and remedies expressly declared to be exclusive in this Agreement, the rights and remedies of the Parties are cumulative and the exercise by either Party of one or more of such rights or remedies shall not preclude the exercis e by it, at the same or different times, of any other rights or remedies for the same default or any other default by the other Party.

7.6 Legal Action.

In addition to any other rights or remedies, either Party may take legal action, in law or in equity, to cure, correct, or remedy any default, to recover damages for any default, to compel specific performance of this Agreement, to obtain declaratory or injunctive relief, or to obtain any other remedy consistent with the purposes of this Agreement.

7.7 Termination Prior to Expiration of Term.

This Section shall govern any termination of this Contract except as specifically provided in the following Section for termination for cause. City reserves the right to terminate this Contract at any time, with or without cause, upon thirty (30) days’ wr itten notice to Consultant, except that where termination is due to the fault of the Consultant, 292

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the period of notice may be such shorter time as may be determined by the Contract Officer. Upon receipt of any notice of termination, Consultant shall immediately cease all services hereunder except such as may be specifically approved by the Contract Officer.

Consultant shall be entitled to compensation for all services rendered prior to the effective date of the notice of termination and for any services authorized by the Contract Officer thereafter in accordance with the Schedule of Compensation or such as may be approved by the Contract Officer, except as provided in Section 7.3. Consultant shall be entitled to compensation only for the reasonable value of the work product actually produced hereunder. In the event of termination without cause pursua nt to this Section, the City need not provide the Consultant with the opportunity to cure pursuant to Section 7.2.

7.8 Termination for Default of Consultant.

If termination is due to the failure of the Consultant to fulfill its obligations under this Agreement, City may, after compliance with the provisions of Section 7.2, take over the work and prosecute the same to completion by contract or otherwise, and the Consultant shall be liable to the extent that the total cost for completion of the services required hereunder exceeds the compensation herein stipulated (provided that the City shall use reasonable efforts to mitigate such damages), and City may withhold any payments to the Consultant for the purpose of set -off or partial payment of the amounts owed the City as previously stated.

ARTICLE 8. CITY OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES: NON-DISCRIMINATION

8.1 Non-liability of City Officers and Employees.

No officer or employee of the City shall be personally liable to the Consultant, or any successor in interest, in the event of any default or breach by the City or for any amount which may become due to the Consultant or to its successor, or for breach of any obligation of the terms of this Agreement.

8.2 Conflict of Interest.

Consultant covenants that neither it, nor any officer or principal of its firm, has or shall acquire any interest, directly or indirectly, which would conflict in any manner with the interests of City or which would in any way hinder Consultant’s performance of services under this Agreement. Consultant further covenants that in the performance of this Agreement, no person having any such interest shall be employed by it as an officer, employee, agent or subcontractor without the express written consent of the Contract Officer. Consultant agrees to at all times avoid conflicts of interest or the appearance of any conflicts of interest with the interests of City in the performance of this Agreement.

No officer or employee of the City shall have any financial interest, direct or indirect, in this Agreement nor shall any such officer or employee participate in any decision relating to the Agreement which effects his financial interest or the financial i nterest of any corporation, partnership or association in which he is, directly or indirectly, interested, in violation of any State statute or regulation. The Consultant warrants that it has not paid or given and will not pay or give any third party any money or other consideration for obtaining this Agreement.
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Additionally, pursuant to Rialto Municipal Code section 2.48.145, Consultant represents that it has disclosed whether it or its officers or employees is related to any officer or employee of the City by blood or marriage within the third degree which would subject such officer or employee to the prohibition of California Government Sections 87100 et. seq., Fair Political Practices Commission Regulation Section 18702, or Government Code Section 1090. To this end, by approving this Agreement, Consultant attests under penalty of perjury, personally and on behalf of Consultant, as well its officers, representatives, that it/they have no relationship, as described above, or financial interests, as such term is defined in California Government Section 87100 et. s eq., Fair Political Practices Commission Regulation Section 18702, or Government Code Section 1090, with any City of Rialto elected or appointed official or employee, except as specifically disclosed to the City in writing.

8.3 Covenant Against Discrimination.

Consultant covenants that, by and for itself, its heirs, executors, assigns, and all persons claiming under or through them, there shall be no discrimination against or segregation of any person or group of persons on account of race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, or other protected class in the performance of this Agreement. Consultant shall take affirmative action to insure that applicants are employed and that employees are treated during employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, or other protected class.

8.4 Unauthorized Aliens.

Consultant hereby promises and agrees to comply with all of the provisions of the Federal Immigration and Nationality Act, 8 U.S.C.A. §§ 1101, et seq., as amended, and in connection therewith, shall not employ unauthorized aliens as defined therein. Should Consultant so employ such unauthorized aliens for the performance of work and/or services covered by this Agreement, and should any liability or sanctions be imposed against City for such use of unauthorized aliens, Consultant hereby agrees to and shall reimburse City for the cost of all such liabilities or sanctions imposed, together with any and all costs, including attorney’s fees, incurred by City.

ARTICLE 9. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

9.1 Facilities and Equipment.

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for Consultant’s use while consulting with City employees and reviewing records and the information in possession of City. The location, quality, and time of furnishing of City Facilities shall be in the sole discretion of City. In no event shall City be required to furnish any facilities that may involve incurring any direct expense, including but not limited to computer, long distance telephone, network data, internet, or other communication charges, vehicles, and reproduction facilities.

9.2 Payment of Taxes.

Consultant is solely responsible for the payment of employment taxes incurred under this Agreement and any federal and state taxes.

9.3 Notices.

All notices or other communications required or permitted hereunder shall be in writing, and shall be personally delivered, sent by pre- paid First Class U.S. Mail, registered or certified mail, postage prepaid, return receipt requested, or delivered or sent by facsimile with attached evidence of completed transmission, and shall be deemed received upon the earlier of (i) the date of delivery to the address of the person to receive such notice if delivered personally or by messenger or overnight courier; (ii ) three (3) business days after the date of posting by the United States Post Office if by mail; or (iii) when sent if given by facsimile. Any notice, request, demand, direction, or other communication sent by facsimile must be confirmed within forty-eight (48) hours by letter mailed or delivered. Other forms of electronic transmission such as e- mails, text messages, instant messages are not acceptable manners of notice required hereunder.

Notices or other communications shall be addressed as follows:

If to City: City of Rialto
150 S. Palm Ave.

Rialto, CA 92376
Attn: City Manager
Tel: (909) 820-2525
Fax: (909) 820-2527

With copy to: Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP
1770 Iowa Avenue, Suite 240
Riverside, CA 92507
Attn: Eric S. Vail, City Attorney
Tel: (951) 788-0100
Fax: (951) 788-5785

If to Consultant: (SPECIFY FIRM NAME)
(SPECIFY ADDRESS)
(SPECIFY ADDRESS)
(SPECIFY CONTACT NAME)
(SPECIFY PHONE/FAX/EMAIL)
Either Party may change its address by notifying the other Party of the change of address in writing.
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9.4 Interpretation.

The terms of this Agreement shall be construed in accordance with the meaning of the language used and shall not be construed for or against either Party by reason of the authorship of this Agreement or any other rule of construction which might otherwise apply.

9.5 Counterparts.

This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed to be an original, and such counterparts shall constitute one and the same instrument.

9.6 Integration; Amendment.

This Agreement including the attachments hereto is the entire, complete and exclusive expression of the understanding of the Parties. It is understood that there are no oral agreements between the Parties hereto affecting this Agreement and this Agreement supersedes and cancels any and all previous negotiations, arrangements, agreements and understandings, if any, between the Parties, and none shall be used to interpret this Agreement. No amendment to or modification of this Agreement shall be valid unless made in writing and approved by the Consultant and by the City. The Parties agree that this requirement for written modifications cannot be waived and that any attempted waiver shall be void.

9.7 Severability.

In the event that any one or more of the phrases, sentences, clauses, paragraphs, or sections contained in this Agreement shall be declared invalid or unenforceable by a valid judgment or decree of a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unenforceability shall not affect any of the remaining phrases, sentences, clauses, paragraphs, or sections of this Agreement which are hereby declared as severable and shall be interpreted to carry out the intent of the Parties hereunder unless the invalid provision is so material that its invalidity deprives either Party of the basic benefit of their bargain or renders this Agreement meaningless.

9.8 Corporate Authority.

The persons executing this Agreement on behalf of the Parties hereto warrant that (i) such Party is duly organized and existing, (ii) they are duly authorized to execute and deliver this Agreement on behalf of said Party, (iii) by so executing this Agreement, such Party is formally bound to the provisions of this Agreement, and (iv) the entering into this Agreement does not violate any provision of any other Agreement to which said Party is bound. This Agreement shall be binding upon the heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns of the Parties.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed and entered into this Agreement on the date first written above.

CITY: CONSULTANT:

CITY OF RIALTO, a municipal (SPECIFY FIRM NAME) a (State) corporation
corporation

By: By:

Tanya Williams Name
City Manager Title

ATTEST:

By:

Barbara A. McGee Name
City Clerk Title

APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP

By: **Two signatures are required if a
corporation** Eric S. Vail
City Attorney

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SCOPE OF SERVICES

Consultant shall provide ( SPECIFY SCOPE OF SERVICES INCLUDING RELATED CAPITAL PROJECT INFORMATION IF AVAILABLE – THIS INFORMATION

SHOULD BE IDENTICAL TO THE SCOPE OF SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE CITY IN THE RFP DOCUMENT). Specifically, Consultant shall provide those services as outlined in its proposal dated (SPECIFY DATE OF CONSULTANT’S PROPOSAL), included on the following pages.

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SERVICES TO ASSIST

WITH NPDES PROGRAM
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PROPOSAL SUBMITTED TO:

CITY OF RIALTO

PUBLIC WORKS
Attn: Yazdan Emrani, P .E.

Director of Public Works
150 S. Palm Avenue
Rialto, CA 92376
June 4, 2026
Melanie Sotelo, CPMSM, CPSWQ,

CPESC, QSD/P , QISP , TORCGP
Director of Environmental Services
1470 E. Cooley Drive
Colton, CA 92324
Phone: 909-835-0313
[email protected]
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June 4, 2026
City of Rialto Public Works
Atn: Yazdan Emrani, P .E., Director of Public Works
150 S. Palm Ave.

Rialto, CA 92376
Re: Request for Proposal No. 26-028 — Technical Consultant Services to Assist with the Na�onal Pollu�on Discharge Elimina�on System (NPDES) Program
Dear Mr. Emrani,
Casc Engineering and Consul�ng , Inc. (Casc) is pleased to submit this proposal for Technical Consultant Services to Assist with the Na�onal Pollu�on Discharge Elimina�on System (NPDES) Program in response to RFP No. 26-028. Casc has served as the City of Rialto's NPDES stormwater consultant since 2021 and completed the City's trash feasibility study, giving the team direct familiarity with Rialto's regulatory environment, permit structure, and opera�onal priori�es.

Casc, established in 1993, is a California S corpora�on recognized as one of the leading NPDES consul�ng ﬁrms in the state, with deep exper�se in MS4 program administra�on, WQMP and LID plan review, integrated inspec�on programs, regulatory representa�on, annual repor�ng, and staﬀ training. Casc understands that the City operates under an administra�vely extended MS4 Permit, carries ul�mate legal responsibility for compliance within its boundaries as a Co-Permitee under Order No. R8-2010-0036, and requires a fully integrated, one-team solu�on that eliminates programma�c gaps across Development, Finance, Engineering, and Opera�ons.

Casc proposes a seasoned, creden�aled team to serve the City. Joe Rosales will serve as Project Manager, bringing more than 35 years of municipal NPDES experience, including direct prior work suppor�ng the City of Rialto's inspec�on and FOG programs. Joyce Goode will serve as Assistant Project Manager, contribu�ng more than 20 years of NPDES program management exper�se across mul�ple San Bernardino County municipali�es. Melanie Sotelo will serve as Technical Director, providing more than 35 years of professional experience and extensive knowledge of California's Construc�on, Municipal MS4, and Industrial NPDES permits, including direct experience with San Bernardino County permit nego�a�ons and the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board. Casc will deliver all services directly without subconsultants.

Casc acknowledges its understanding of and ability to fulﬁll the full Scope of Services presented in RFP No. 26-028. All contents of this proposal remain valid for 120 calendar days from the submission date. Casc takes no excep�on to the requirements of the RFP documents or the sample Professional Services Agreement, including insurance requirements.

For ques�ons regarding this proposal, contact Melanie Sotelo, the authorized representa�ve iden�ﬁed below.

Sincerely,
CASC ENGINEERING AND CONSULTING, INC.

Joe Rosales, CESSWI, CPMSM, CPSWQ, QISP , QSP , ECI GRADE 1 Project Manager
C: 909-241-6212
[email protected]
1470 E. Cooley Drive, Colton, CA 92324
CASC ENGINEERING AND CONSULTING, INC.

Melanie Sotelo, MSE, ENV SP, CPESC, CPSWQ, QSD, QISP
Associate Vice President, Director of Environmental Services (Authorized to bind the ﬁrm)
909-835-0313
[email protected]
1470 E. Cooley Drive, Colton, CA 92324
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A. UNDERSTANDING OF CITY'S REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS NEEDS I. UNDERSTANDING
Casc Engineering and Consulting, Inc. (Casc) is pleased to submit this proposal to continue providing comprehen- sive municipal stormwater program support services for the City of Rialto. Casc has successfully provided these services for the City for the past five (5) consecutive years and has consistently delivered responsive, compliant, and efficient stormwater program management support.

Through our continued partnership with the City, Casc has developed a unique understanding of the City ’s opera- tional needs, regulatory obligations, development review procedures, inspection programs, database management systems, and interdepartmental coordination requirements associated with implementation of the City ’s municipal stormwater program. Casc understands that the City is seeking a highly responsive consultant team capable of providing comprehensive stormwater compliance services through an integrated and efficient “one-stop-shop” approach that supports continuity of operations, proactive regulatory compliance, and effective coordination across City departments.

Over the past five years, Casc has worked directly with Public Works, Engineering, Planning, Building & Safety, Utili- ties, Finance, Maintenance, Inspection, and Administrative staff to support implementation of the City ’s MS4 Per- mit requirements, inspection programs, development review coordination, WQMP implementation, enforcement activities, and regulatory reporting obligations. These established working relationships allow Casc to provide effi- cient communication, streamlined coordination, rapid issue resolution, and uninterrupted continuation of services without transition delays or additional onboarding requirements.

II. KEY ASPECTS OF SERVICES
Casc recognizes that the key aspects of the requested services include proactive regulatory compliance manage- ment, accurate inspection tracking and reporting, efficient development review coordination, consistent imple- mentation of inspection programs, permit -compliant database management, responsive communication, and timely completion of regulatory deliverables. Casc ’s approach to managing these services includes maintaining detailed facility inventories, utilizing the City ’s current GIS -integrated ArcGIS and Survey123 inspection tracking systems, implementing digital inspection documentation procedures, coordinating regularly with City staff and regulatory agencies, and providing timely reporting and project status updates.

Joe Rosales will serve as Project Manager and primary point of contact responsible for day -to-day program imple- mentation, inspections, development review coordination, regulatory support, and communication with City staff.

Joyce Goode will serve as Assistant Project Manager and will support scheduling, reporting, database manage- ment, compliance tracking, and overall program administration to ensure continuity and responsiveness. Melanie Sotelo will serve as Technical Director and will provide senior -level technical oversight, quality assurance, regulato- ry guidance, and overall program support throughout the duration of the contract.

III. SCOPE OF WORK
The detailed Scope of Work provided within this proposal has been organized to directly align with the task struc- ture identified within the City ’s Request for Qualifications and corresponding Cost Proposal format to ensure con- sistency between the technical scope, deliverables, and associated compensation structure.

TASK A. DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT PROCESS NPDES/WQMP SUPPORT Casc’s WQMP review process incorporates a detailed and systematic approach developed through years of suc- cessful implementation for the City of Rialto. The review process is intended to ensure consistency, regulatory compliance, and practical long-term BMP functionality while supporting efficient project processing timelines.

WQMP Review Services Include:
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• Initial Completeness Review – Verification that all required WQMP components, calculations, exhibits, drain- age maps, hydrology studies, and supporting documentation have been submitted. • Project Categorization and Applicability Review – Evaluation of project priority development status, Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan applicability, hydromodification applicability, and permit triggers. • Site Design and LID Evaluation – Review of site design measures, runoff reduction strategies, infiltration feasi- bility, impervious area management, and compliance with Low Impact Development requirements. • Treatment Control BMP Evaluation – Review of proposed treatment control BMPs for sizing, treatment effec- tiveness, feasibility, hydraulic functionality, accessibility, maintenance considerations, and consistency with approved design criteria.
• Hydrology and Sizing Review – Verification of tributary drainage areas, design storm calculations, retention volumes, flow-based treatment calculations, and hydromodification management calculations. • Operation and Maintenance Review – Review of long-term BMP maintenance requirements, access considera- tions, maintenance agreements, and responsible party documentation. • Coordination and Comment Resolution – Coordination with City staff, developers, engineers, and project ap- plicants regarding review comments, revisions, and compliance requirements. • Final Approval and Inspection Coordination – Coordination of final WQMP approvals, BMP installation verifica- tion, and post-construction inspection requirements.

Casc has successfully provided development review, WQMP review, stormwater compliance support, and Low Impact Development implementation services for the City of Rialto. Through this experience, Casc has developed direct familiarity with the City’s standards, development procedures, HCOC system requirements, preferred review practices, and regulatory priorities, allowing our team to provide efficient and consistent review services with mini- mal delay.

Casc will assist the City with all aspects of development review associated with stormwater quality compliance and MS4 Permit requirements. Services will include review of Water Quality Management Plans (WQMPs), hydromodi- fication plans, Low Impact Development (LID) requirements, treatment control BMPs, and construction storm- water compliance requirements.

Services include:
• Participate as an active member of the City’s development review process • Assist Planning and Engineering staff with pre-design reviews and development coordination • Utilize HCOC system tools and watershed-based resources where applicable • Review and redline WQMPs for private and public development projects • Review BMP selections for functionality, maintainability, and effectiveness • Review hydromodification management plans and LID compliance requirements • Participate in conceptual planning, design review, and development coordination meetings • Conduct inspections of BMP installation during construction • Perform final inspections of post-construction BMPs
• Maintain computerized schedules, review tracking systems, and compliance documentation • Prepare SWPPPs and WQMP documents for public projects as requested • Assist the City with SMARTS filings, NOI submissions, Annual Reports, and NOT documentation for public pro- jects
Casc utilizes both BlueBeam review methods and electronic tracking systems to maintain efficient coordination with City staff and development teams. Reviews are objective, thorough, and focused on ensuring compliance with City standards, MS4 Permit requirements, and accepted industry BMP practices.

TASK B. NPDES PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION AND REPRESENTATION Over the past five (5) years, Casc has successfully assisted the City with administration of its municipal stormwater program, including Annual Report preparation, regulatory coordination, audit support, permit compliance imple- mentation, Local Implementation Plan updates, and coordination with regional agencies and watershed groups.

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Casc will continue to provide comprehensive NPDES program administration and representation services on behalf of the City. including coordination with City staff, regional agencies, regulators, and other program partners neces- sary to support effective implementation of the City’s stormwater program.

Services include:
• Representation at Regional Board, watershed, task force, and regulatory meetings • Participation in County Stormwater Program committees and subcommittees • Attendance at City Council, Planning Commission, Utility Commission, Design Review Committee, and Capital Improvement meetings as requested
• Preparation of MS4 Annual Reports and technical memoranda • Assistance with Local Implementation Plan (LIP) updates • Review and updates to the City’s Stormwater Ordinance • Assistance with fee studies, cost recovery models, and inspection fee program administration • Coordination with Rialto Water Services/Veolia and SAWPA • Assistance with grant applications and funding opportunities • Review and analysis of proposed permits, TMDLs, and regulatory requirements • Preparation of policy assessments and technical recommendations • Coordination of TMDL monitoring and reporting activities • Ongoing coordination with Public Works, Utilities, Engineering, Finance, and Administrative staff • Regular coordination with the Public Works Department liaison to provide project updates, discuss program priorities, and respond to City requests
• Assistance with budget support, special studies, and other administrative tasks requested by the City in sup- port of the NPDES program
• Review and assessment of proposed regulatory actions to identify potential operational, technical, and cost impacts to the City
Casc understands Regional Water Quality Control Board expectations and has extensive experience representing municipalities throughout Southern California. Casc will continue providing proactive regulatory support while pro- tecting the City’s operational and financial interests.

TASK C. INSPECTION PROGRAM
Casc has successfully implemented and managed the City ’s stormwater inspection program for the past five (5) years, including commercial, industrial, FOG, construction, post -construction BMPs, illicit connection/ illicit dis- charge (IC/ID) investigations, and odor response assessments. Our familiarity with the City ’s facility inventory, in- spection procedures, enforcement coordination processes, and digital reporting systems allows Casc to provide uninterrupted and highly efficient program implementation.

Casc inspectors are experienced with Survey123, ArcGIS -based inspection platforms, SMARTS requirements, and the City’s current electronic inspection tracking and reporting procedures. Over the past five (5) years, Casc has worked directly with the City ’s GIS team to assist in development and refinement of the City ’s stormwater data collection and inspection tracking system utilizing ArcGIS applications and mobile inspection tools. Casc maintains detailed facility inventories, inspection records, compliance histories, and scheduling databases that are organized and maintained in accordance with MS4 Permit requirements. This integrated GIS -based inspection and inventory management approach allows Casc to efficiently track facilities, prioritize inspections, maintain accurate records, and schedule inspections in accordance with required permit frequencies and risk -based prioritization criteria.

Casc will continue maintaining and updating the City ’s current inspection tracking system, inspection records, schedules, compliance documentation, and invoicing coordination processes to ensure accurate tracking and unin- terrupted program implementation.

Casc inspectors include Spanish-speaking personnel to ensure effective communication with the City’s diverse busi- ness community. Inspection staff maintain certifications and experience relevant to stormwater compliance in- spections, including QSP, QSD, QISP, and related stormwater certifications. Casc inspection staff are experienced in issuing Notices of Correction, Notices of Violation, Administrative Citations, and maintaining documentation neces- sary to support enforcement and prosecution activities where required. Casc inspection staff will maintain required 4 306

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certifications consistent with the City ’s contract requirements, including PC 832 certification within the required timeframe and QSP certification for applicable construction stormwater inspection activities.

General inspection services include:
• Establishing and maintaining inspection schedules and facility inventories • Commercial facility inspections
• Industrial facility inspections
• Restaurant and FOG inspections
• Construction stormwater inspections
• Post-construction BMP inspections
• Municipal facility inspections
• Illicit discharge investigations
• Odor response assessment support
• Documentation using City-approved digital inspection platforms • Geotagged photo documentation
• Follow-up inspections and compliance verification
• Updates to the City’s current electronic inspection tracking system and related compliance records • Coordination with City departments and regulatory agencies • Preparation of enforcement documentation and compliance records • Immediate notification to City staff regarding illicit discharges or emergency conditions Casc has developed strong working relationships with facility operators, developers, contractors, business owners, and City departments over the past five years. These established relationships improve communication, support efficient scheduling and follow-up, and allow Casc to proactively address compliance issues before they escalate.

SPECIFICS TO: ILLICIT CONNECTION / ILLICIT DISCHARGE RESPONSE AND INVESTIGATIONS Casc will continue to assist the City with investigation, documentation, coordination, and follow -up related to sus- pected or confirmed illicit connections, illicit discharges, illegal dumping, unauthorized non -stormwater discharges, and other conditions that may impact the City ’s MS4 or receiving waters. Casc understands that timely response and clear documentation are critical to protecting public health and safety, supporting enforcement actions, and maintaining compliance with MS4 Permit requirements.

Services include:
• Respond to City -referred illicit discharge, illegal dumping, spill, odor, and non-stormwater discharge com- plaints
• Conduct field investigations to identify discharge source, pathway, pollutant type, responsible party, and po- tential impact to the MS4
• Document field conditions using City -approved inspection forms, Survey123/ArcGIS tools, geotagged photo- graphs, maps, notes, and supporting evidence
• Coordinate directly with appropriate City departments, including Public Works, Engineering, Utilities, Mainte- nance, Code Enforcement, Building & Safety, Planning, Fire, Police, and Administration, as needed • Contact and coordinate with emergency response agencies when conditions present an immediate threat to public health, safety, the MS4, receiving waters, or City infrastructure • Coordinate with dischargers, property owners, contractors, facility operators, and responsible parties to stop active discharges, implement immediate containment, and complete required cleanup or corrective actions • Assist with notifications and reporting to applicable regulatory or response agencies, which may include the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board, San Bernardino County Fire/HazMat, California Office of Emergency Services, County Stormwater Program, and other agencies as directed by the City • Prepare written investigation summaries, enforcement support documentation, timelines, photographs, ex- hibits, and recommended corrective actions
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• Conduct follow-up inspections to verify discharge elimination, cleanup completion, BMP implementation, and long-term compliance
• Maintain IC/ID investigation records, complaint logs, enforcement tracking, and updates to the City ’s current electronic inspection tracking system
Casc will provide practical field support while maintaining a clear chain of communication with City staff. For active or potentially hazardous incidents, Casc will prioritize immediate notification, documentation, containment coordi- nation, and escalation to the appropriate City department or emergency response agency.

SPECIFICS TO: COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL INSPECTIONS
Casc will continue conducting commercial and industrial inspections in accordance with the County of San Bernar- dino MS4 Permit requirements and the City’s inspection procedures.

Services include:
• Verification of Industrial General Permit coverage
• Verification of WDID numbers and No Exposure Certifications • Review of SIC/NAICS classifications and Risk Based Scoring • Inspection of outdoor storage, loading areas, wash activities, and waste handling • Pre-Treatment Surveys for coordination with Rialto Water Services/Veolia • Identification of pollutant sources and BMP deficiencies • Education regarding stormwater compliance obligations • Follow-up inspections and enforcement coordination
• Maintenance of inspection schedules and facility prioritization • Monthly coordination regarding newly licensed businesses • Updates to the City’s current electronic inspection tracking system and inspection documentation records SPECIFICS TO: RESTAURANT/FOG INSPECTIONS
Casc has successfully conducted FOG inspections and compliance support services for the City over the past five (5) years and understands the operational needs, inspection history, and compliance challenges associated with local food service establishments.

FOG inspection services include:
• Inspection of grease interceptors and grease traps
• Interceptor dipping procedures and grease accumulation evaluation • Review of pumping manifests and maintenance records
• Evaluation of food waste handling BMPs
• Inspection of drain screens and spill response materials • Review of employee training logs and maintenance documentation • Verification of grease interceptor capacity and operational condition • Identification of practices that may contribute to storm drain discharges • Issuance of Notices of Non-Compliance and enforcement coordination • Follow-up inspections and database updates
• Coordination with Rialto Water Services/Veolia wastewater operation • Pre-Treatment Surveys for coordination with Rialto Water Services/Veolia wastewater operations, as applica- ble
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Services include:
• Inspection of erosion and sediment control BMPs
• Verification of construction housekeeping practices
• Review of SMARTS permit coverage and compliance
• Inspection of post-construction BMPs at a minimum frequency of once every three years, or more frequently when deficiencies or site conditions warrant additional follow-up • Inspection of structural integrity, sediment accumulation, filtration media, erosion, and drainage performance • Coordination with contractors, developers, and property owners • Documentation using digital inspection platforms
• Follow-up inspections to verify corrective actions and long-term maintenance compliance • Assistance with NOI, Annual Report, and NOT filings for public projects • Coordination with City Engineering and Public Works staff SPECIFICS TO: ODOR RESPONSE ASSESSMENT
Casc has worked closely with the City to establish and refine specialized internal procedures and field investigation protocols for addressing odor complaints —an effort that represented a new and evolving regulatory and opera- tional need for the City. As odor investigations became an increasingly important concern for the community, Casc provided technical leadership and practical guidance to help the City develop a consistent, defensible, and respon- sive inspection approach.

Because this type of inspection and complaint response process had not previously been formalized, Casc assisted the City in creating tailored investigation methodologies, documentation practices, and field response procedures that could be effectively implemented by City staff. Casc ’s support included developing protocols for complaint tracking, on-site odor assessments, coordination with affected stakeholders, and standardized reporting practices to improve consistency and accountability in responding to odor-related concerns.

Through this collaborative effort, Casc helped the City build a sustainable framework for managing odor investiga- tions and responding to public complaints in a proactive and technically sound manner.

Assessments shall follow procedures outlined in IC/ID investigations section. If needed, inspectors shall utilize a gas analyzer where applicable and related to NPDES/FOG activities and facilities.

TASK D. TRAINING
Casc will provide annual and ongoing training for City staff responsible for implementation of NPDES and storm- water compliance requirements. Casc understands the importance of integrating NPDES requirements across City operations and will tailor training programs to meet the operational needs of City staff.

Training may be provided through classroom sessions, field demonstrations, tailgate meetings, virtual workshops, or one-on-one mentoring.

Training topics may include:
• Integration of NPDES requirements into development review processes • HCOC system and watershed action plan requirements
• WQMP implementation and BMP maintenance
• Construction General Permit compliance
• Industrial General Permit compliance
• Municipal facility stormwater compliance
• Illicit discharge detection and elimination
• Enforcement procedures and documentation
• Regulatory updates and permit changes
• Other specialized training requested by the City
Casc will maintain training attendance records and assist the City with documentation and updates to the City ’s current electronic inspection tracking system or other City -approved recordkeeping system associated with permit -required training activities.
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B. PROJECT MANAGER’S QUALIFICATIONS
PROPOSED PROJECT MANAGER: JOE ROSALES
Casc Engineering and Consulting proposes Joe Rosales as Project Manager for the City of Rialto's NPDES Program.

Mr. Rosales brings more than 35 years of professional municipal experience, including more than 17 years of direct specialization in Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) compliance and more than 20 years managing and implementing NPDES and Waste Discharge Requirements (WDR) programs for public agencies across Southern California. This depth of experience directly aligns with the City of Rialto's need for a technically credible, operationally capable, and compliance-focused program manager.

Casc has served as the City of Rialto's NPDES stormwater consultant since 2021 and completed the City's trash feasibility study during that engagement. Mr. Rosales and the Casc team possess an established understanding of the City's MS4 program, its operational context, and the specific compliance requirements under Order No. R8 - 2010-0036. This institutional knowledge eliminates onboarding time and allows the team to deliver responsive service from day one.

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS
• Coursework, University of California, Riverside
• Certified Environmental Compliance Inspector, Grade 1, No. 0274119 • Qualified Industrial Stormwater Practitioner (QISP), No. 01316 • Certified Professional in Municipal Stormwater Management (CPMSM), No. 219 • Certified Erosion, Sediment and Stormwater Inspector (CESSWI), No. 1223 • Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP), No. 419
• P.C. 832 Certification

COMPLETED PROJECTS AND PROGRAM EXPERIENCE
As Project Manager, program lead, or inspection supervisor, Mr. Rosales has successfully completed and currently manages representative municipal NPDES, FOG, SSMP, inspection, enforcement, and regulatory compliance pro- grams spanning commercial and industrial inspections, enforcement actions, sewer system management, con- struction stormwater compliance, post -construction BMP inspections, illicit discharge response, regulatory re- porting, QA/QC, and electronic inspection tracking. Representative completed engagements include:
• City of Rialto — NPDES/FOG Program Support and FOG Control Program Enhancement: Mr. Rosales enhanced the City of Rialto's FOG Control Program in partnership with Veolia. He developed the official FOG/GCD In- spection Form, conducted joint inspections with wastewater treatment plant staff, managed QA/QC for GIS - based CMMS data, and supported compliance with Waste Discharge Requirements reporting standards through multiple inspection activities. His work with Rialto also provides direct familiarity with the City ’s cur- rent inspection procedures, business community, interdepartmental coordination needs, and GIS -based in- spection tracking tools.
• City of Pomona— MS4 Permit Implementation, NPDES Inspection Support, Development Compliance, FOG Pro- gram Implementation, and Sanitary Sewer Order Audit Support: Mr. Rosales provided NPDES and stormwater compliance support for the City of Pomona, including implementation of MS4 Permit requirements through commercial and industrial stormwater inspections, construction SWPPP inspections, Environmental Certificate of Occupancy inspections, development -related compliance inspections, field documentation, follow -up in- spections, and coordination with City staff to support consistent implementation of the City ’s stormwater in- spection program. He also supported the City ’s use of Survey123/ArcGIS-based inspection tools by conducting QA/QC of inspection records, improving electronic inspection documentation, and helping strengthen inspec- tion workflows for field staff.

In addition to his MS4/NPDES -related work, Mr. Rosales led the City of Pomona’s FOG Control Program, ensuring compliance with SSMP Section 7 and applicable Waste Discharge Requirements. He developed and implemented an official FOG/GCD Inspection Form integrated with a GIS-based CMMS using Survey123/ArcGIS and conducted 8 310

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QA/QC and regulatory reporting to maintain program accuracy and compliance. During the City ’s 2022 Sanitary Sewer Order audit, Mr. Rosales supported the City’s compliance response by reviewing FOG program records, veri- fying inspection data, improving documentation procedures, and assisting with program refinements needed to demonstrate implementation of required FOG control measures. This work strengthened the City’s ability to docu- ment inspections, track corrective actions, and maintain defensible records for future regulatory review. • City of Montclair — MS4 Permit Implementation, NPDES Inspection Program, Construction/Post - Construction Compliance, Enforcement Support, and SSMP Audit Response: As NPDES Inspector Supervisor, Mr.

Rosales supported implementation of the City ’s MS4 Permit requirements by supervising industrial and com- mercial inspectors, managing inspection priorities, maintaining inspection records, coordinating corrective actions, and ensuring inspection activities were conducted in accordance with applicable municipal storm- water requirements. He conducted thousands of inspections, including commercial and industrial stormwater inspections, construction SWPPP inspections, municipal facility inspections, stormwater treatment device in- stallation inspections, post -construction BMP inspections, FOG installation and maintenance inspections, and follow-up compliance inspections. His work included inspection scheduling, field documentation, QA/QC of inspection records, coordination with regulated businesses and contractors, and preparation of inspection findings to support corrective actions and enforcement when necessary.

In addition to his MS4/NPDES responsibilities, Mr. Rosales revised the City of Montclair ’s SSMP to meet updated State requirements and developed corrective action plans in response to State Water Board audits. During the City’s 2024 Sanitary Sewer Order audit, Mr. Rosales assisted with reviewing existing program procedures, identify- ing compliance gaps, preparing practical corrective action measures, and updating documentation needed to strengthen the City ’s SSMP implementation records. This work supported the City ’s ability to demonstrate pro- gress toward compliance, maintain defensible records, and address State Water Board expectations. • Cucamonga Valley Water District — FOG Prevention Program: Mr. Rosales served as Project Manager for the FOG Prevention Program Administration and Inspection Services contract, managing all programmatic and inspection elements, including inspection scheduling, field implementation, compliance documentation, re- porting support, and client coordination.

In addition to the representative engagements listed above, Mr. Rosales has led or directly supported munici- pal facility inspections, commercial and industrial stormwater inspections, construction site inspections, WQMP/post-construction BMP inspections, illicit connection/illicit discharge investigations, enforcement doc- umentation, staff coordination, and regulatory reporting for public agency programs throughout Southern California.

Mr. Rosales is currently active on several ongoing NPDES and FOG compliance programs, including continued program support for the City of Rialto, representing a directly applicable and currently active engagement with the City's regulatory framework.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Mr. Rosales has been employed with Casc Engineering and Consulting since 2020 and brings more than 35 years of municipal and public agency experience, including more than two decades of progressively responsible environ- mental compliance roles. Prior to his current role as Project Manager at Casc, Mr. Rosales held positions with the City of Pomona, City of Rialto, and City of Montclair, where he gained direct experience managing and imple- menting NPDES, FOG, WDR, inspection, enforcement, and regulatory compliance programs.

At the City of Pomona, Mr. Rosales served as Senior Environmental Analyst and led the City ’s FOG Control Pro- gram. At the City of Rialto, he served as Senior Environmental Analyst and developed formal FOG inspection proto- cols and inspection documentation procedures. At the City of Montclair, he served as Environmental Program Manager and NPDES Inspector Supervisor, overseeing commercial, industrial, construction, FOG, and post - construction BMP inspection activities. He also has hands -on experience as an Environmental Compliance Inspec- tor conducting field inspections for commercial, industrial, and construction NPDES programs. 9 311

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Mr. Rosales also served as Project Manager for the Cucamonga Valley Water District FOG Prevention Program, demonstrating continued advancement in program leadership, client coordination, inspection oversight, and regu- latory compliance support for public agency clients.

AVAILABILITY AND TIME COMMITMENT
Mr. Rosales maintains dedicated capacity for the City of Rialto's NPDES program. Given Casc's established presence in Rialto since 2021 and the team structure supported by Joyce Goode as Assistant Project Manager and Melanie Sotelo as Technical Director, Mr. Rosales will allocate sufficient time to serve as the primary point of contact for the City's Public Works Department liaison, attend required coordination meetings, oversee all inspection and re- porting activities, and respond to on -call requests in a timely manner. His role will focus on project management, City coordination, technical review, regulatory compliance support, quality control, and timely delivery of assigned services.

The depth of Casc ’s bench of certified NPDES professionals ensures that program delivery will not be constrained by any single individual ’s competing commitments. Casc ’s team structure allows inspection, documentation, scheduling, reporting, and technical support tasks to be assigned appropriately while maintaining Mr. Rosales ’ di- rect oversight of the overall program. Mr. Rosales will maintain direct oversight of all task areas and provide the City with consistent, reliable program management throughout the contract term.

SUPPORTING LEADERSHIP
Joyce Goode, Assistant Project Manager, brings more than 22 years of civil engineering and consulting experience with a focused emphasis on NPDES permit compliance, including MS4, Industrial General, and Construction Gen- eral permits. She currently manages NPDES inspection programs for multiple municipalities and leads the develop- ment of GIS-based applications for compliance management.

Melanie Sotelo, Technical Director, brings more than 35 years of professional experience, including over 19 years in the specialized field of NPDES stormwater permit compliance. She holds extensive knowledge of California's NPDES Construction, Municipal (MS4), and Industrial permits and the Statewide Trash Amendments. Ms. Sotelo has served as Stormwater Program Manager for the City of Palm Springs and as Interim NPDES Coordinator for Riverside County Transportation Department, and she actively leads multi -watershed agency training programs for co-permittees across the Santa Ana River, Santa Margarita, and Whitewater River watersheds. 10 312
C. FIRM’S QUALIFICATIONS

FIRM PROFILE
Casc Engineeri ng and Consulting, Inc. (Casc), a California S Corporation and certified SBE firm (#1440120), was established in the Inland Empire in 1993 and has maintained it s headquarters in the City of Colton since 1995. With more than 30 years of experience delivering environmental compliance, engineering, and technical consulti ng services throughout Southern California, Casc provides professional services to a wide range of public and private sector clients, includi ng city, county, an d state agencies; public and privat e utilities; flood control, special, and school districts; private enterprise; and industries such as government services, buildi ng and development, energy, aerospace, and waste management.

Casc currently empl oys more than 60 professionals operating from three Southern California offices, with th e majority of staff residing in San Bernardino and Riverside Counties. The firm combines the responsiveness of a mid-sized company wit h the technical breadt h necessary to supp ort complex, multi-program engagements. Casc’s experience managing multi-year, multi- million-dollar contract s for agenci es and organization s such as Caltrans, Southern California Edison, and t he Los Angeles County Department of Public Works demonstrates the firm’s capacity to support long-term projects and deliver consistent client service across a diverse portfolio of assignments.

RELEVANT MUNICIPAL NPDES AND STORMWATER

EXPERIENCE
Casc has served as the City of Rialto's NPDES stormwater consultant since 2021 and also completed the City's trash feasibility study, giving the team direct, firsthand knowledge of Rialto's regulatory environment, program structure, databases, and municipal operations. This continuity of service eliminates onboarding time and ensures seamless, uninterrupted delivery of NPDES program support from the first day of the new contract. Casc's core capabilities directly relevant to the City's NPDES program needs include:
• MS4 permit compliance, program development, and permit renewal assistance, with direct experience under Order No. R8 -2010-0036 and the administrative extension currently governing the City's obligations • Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) review, Low Impact Development (LID) consultation, and plan checking for both public and private development projects
• Comprehensive inspection services covering commercial, industrial, restaurant, Fats Oils and Grease (FOG), construction, and post - construction BMP sites, including bilingual Spanish and English inspection staff
• Regulatory representation at Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board meetings, San Bernardino County stormwater subcommittees, and multi-agency task forces
• Annual reporting, MS4 database management, Local Implementation Plan updates, and stormwater ordinance review
• Grant application assistance, fee studies, and cost recovery model preparation
• Staff training programs delivered in classroom, one -on-one, and tailgate formats, in both English and Spanish
• GIS-enabled mobile inspection applications, drone services with FAA - certified pilots, and real-time database integration
Casc's long -standing relationships with public agencies, including multi -year

FIRM HIGHLIGHTS

BUSINESS STATUS
Established in 1993
(33 years in business)
SBE Certification #1440120
DIR #1000008670

BUSINESS NAME
Currently doing business as Casc: 10 years
Formerly known as AEI-CASC: 22 years
Year of Name Change: 2015

NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES
60 +

COMPANY OWNERSHIP
Richard J. Sidor, President, owns and
operates Casc.

CONTRACTUAL ACTIONS
Richard J. Sidor, President
(800)260-2272
E: [email protected]
Michelle E. Furlong, Operations Manager
(Authority to Bind)
(800)260-2272
E: [email protected]
Melanie Sotelo
(Authority to Bind)
(909)835-0313
E: [email protected]

DAY-TO-DAY CONTACT
Melanie Sotelo
(909)835-0313
E: [email protected]

OFFICE LOCATIONS
Corporate Office:
1470 E. Cooley Dr.

Colton, CA 92324
(800)260-2272
Los Angeles Office:
633 West Route 66, Suite A
Glendora, CA 91740
(800)260-2272
Orange County Office:
18 Technology Drive, Suite 135
Irvine, CA 92618
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contracts with Caltrans, Southern California Edison, and Los Angeles County Department of Public Works, demonstrate the firm's capacity to support long -term programs and deliver professional services on an on -call and task order basis. The firm's consistent record of contract performance, technical excellence, and commitment to client service has established Casc Engineering and Consulting as a trusted partner for sustainable development and environmental stewardship throughout the region.

Casc's client roster for NPDES and stormwater services reflects extensive engagement throughout the Inland Empire region, including the cities of Rialto, Colton, Fontana, Rancho Cucamonga, Redlands, San Bernardino, Highland, Grand Terrace, Loma Linda, and Yucaipa, as well as San Bernardino County Public Works. This regional concentration means Casc staff carry direct familiarity with the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board's regulatory environment, the San Bernardino County MS4 Permit structure, and the area -wide program requirements under Order No. R8-2010-0036 that govern the City of Rialto's obligations as a Co-Permittee.

WHY CONTINUE WITH CASC AS RIALTO'S NPDES PARTNER
The City has many choices when selecting an NPDES consultant; however, Casc is uniquely positioned to continue serving as Rialto ’s NPDES support team because of its direct program experience, local presence, and established working knowledge of the City’s operations.
• Since 2021, Casc has served as a trusted extension of the City of Rialto ’s Public Works team, providing comprehensive NPDES program support across regulatory compliance, development review, inspections, reporting, training, and program administration. Through this long -term partnership, Casc has developed a detailed understanding of the City ’s operations, priorities, regulatory obligations, development review process, inspection program, and business community. This knowledge allows Casc to provide responsive and effective support while minimizing the learning curve and transition risk associated with onboarding a new consultant.
• Casc's local presence provides a distinct advantage to the City. Located approximately seven miles from Rialto City Hall, Casc is uniquely positioned to provide timely responses to City requests, attend meetings on short notice, perform field inspections efficiently, and maintain close coordination with City staff. As a firm serving municipalities throughout the Inland Empire, Casc maintains extensive familiarity with the San Bernardino County MS4 Permit, regional implementation requirements, and the collaborative framework established between the San Bernardino County Flood Control District and the County's Co -Permittees. • The City's NPDES program is strengthened by Casc’s highly qualified team of stormwater professionals . Casc’s proposed leadership team includes Certified Professionals in Storm Water Quality (CPSWQ), Certified Professionals in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC), Qualified Stormwater Practitioners (QSP), Qualified Industrial Stormwater Practitioners (QISP), and instructors who provide statewide NPDES and Construction General Permit training. These credentials are supported by decades of practical experience assisting municipalities with stormwater program implementation throughout Southern California. • A key strength of Casc is the depth of experience available to the City.

Casc’s team includes professionals who participated in the development of the original San Bernardino County stormwater management framework, including the first Drainage Area Management Plan (DAMP), which helped establish the foundation for implementation of the region ’s MS4 program. In addition, Casc team members served as original preparers and presenters of WQMP and transportation -related NPDES training programs used throughout San Bernardino County . This experience provides the City with access to professionals who understand the intent, history, and practical application of many of the policies and procedures still used today.
• Casc also brings proven technical systems and inspection program expertise. Casc’s Assistant Project Manager and GIS/Database Manager have developed and refined mobile GIS -based inspection and data management processes used by municipal clients to streamline field inspections, improve documentation, track corrective actions, and support regulatory reporting. This approach was presented at the California Stormwater Quality Association (CASQA) Annual Conference and continues to support efficient integration of inspection data with

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municipal GIS and database systems.
• Unlike firms that focus on only one aspect of stormwater compliance, Casc provides a fully integrated program support team capable of assisting with development review, WQMP compliance, post -construction BMP inspections, commercial and industrial inspections, construction compliance, municipal operations, ordinance updates, annual reporting, regulatory coordination, and staff training. This comprehensive approach allows the City to maintain consistency across all elements of its NPDES program while providing immediate access to technical, regulatory, and field expertise as needs arise.

• Casc’s Project Manager has completed P.C. 832 course requirements and brings extensive experience supporting municipal inspection and enforcement processes, including public interaction, field documentation, corrective action follow -up, escalation procedures, and coordination within established City authority and reporting structures. Most importantly, continuing with Casc allows the City to retain institutional knowledge built over the past several years.

Our team understands Rialto ’s existing program structure, inspection priorities, business inventory, development review processes, local implementation procedures, and regulatory obligations. This continuity reduces transition risk, maintains program momentum, and enables City staff to focus on implementing program objectives rather than onboarding a new consultant. Casc remains committed to providing responsive, technically sound, and practical support that helps the City maintain compliance while supporting its operational and development goals.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

STORMWATER PROGRAM MANAGEMENT, FOG AND NPDES INSPECTION SERVICES CLIENT: CITY OF RIALTO, CA
SERVICE DATES: 2021– PRESENT
Client Reference: Amy Crow, Administrative Analyst, Maintenance and Facilities (909) 421-7221, [email protected]
Casc is conducting FOG inspections at Food Service Establishments, which includes but is not limited to establishments manufacturing or processing foods and beverages. We are conducting kitchen best management practices inspections, investigating sanitary sewer overflows, and conducting dye tests to determine interceptor connectivity and/or interceptor bypass. Casc assists Veolia, Rialto ’s Public Owned Treatment Works Operator, with FOG implementation and inspection reporting. Casc also conducts commercial/industrial stormwater facility inspections and construction inspections which includes participating in preconstruction meetings. Inspections are conducted using the City ’s Survey 123 application. Casc has been working with the City to update the forms to include IC-ID inspections and to allow the option for direct emailing from the app, without the use of a third party application. Casc participates in the Area -Wide Permittee monthly meetings on behalf of Rialto to ensure Rialto has a voice in the meetings. Casc updates the City on the MS4 Permit renewal and implementation of the MS4 Permit.

NPDES PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SERVICES
CLIENT: COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE, TRANSPORTATION
SERVICE DATES: 2010 - ONGOING
Client Reference: David Castro, Associate Transportation Planner (951) 955-9719, [email protected]
Casc currently assists the County of Riverside ’s Transportation and Land Management Agency (TLMA), Transportation Department with compliance activities related to the County ’s three MS4 permits in the Santa Ana River, Whitewater River and Santa Margarita River watersheds. Activities have included staff augmentation under the direction of the Department ’s NPDES Coordinator, assistance with annual report preparation, Transportation

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Project Guidance (TPG) reviews for Transportation Improvement Projects (TIP), WQMP reviews for land development projects, compliance assistance with Statewide Trash Provisions requirements, preparation of NPDES standard operating procedures (SOPs), and held staff trainings. Additionally, Casc prepared the County Executive Office responses to the Regional Board ’s 13383 letters, coordinated with County for completion of GIS preliminary mapping, and coordinated with the County for preparation of standard designs for connector pipe screen devices.

Additionally, Casc has staff who are trained in on -land visual trash assessments and can assist the County in conducting assessments for proposed alternative land use areas, if required. Casc also assists the County with Industrial General Permit compliance for their borrow sites determined to potentially discharge to the County ’s MS4s and Construction General Permit compliance for TIP projects and applicable maintenance projects disturbing more than one acre of land.

STORMWATER PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SERVICES
CLIENT: CITY OF HEMET
SERVICE DATES: 2013-ONGOING
Client Reference: Daniel Cortese, Environmental Planner (951) 306-8591, [email protected]
The City of Hemet operates under an NPDES MS4 Permit requiring inspections of commercial, industrial, food, and hazardous waste facilities to verify compliance with stormwater regulations. The City retained Casc to implement an inspection program covering approximately 400 businesses.

Leveraging prior experience with Riverside County MS4 permits and familiarity with the City through WQMP and hydrology plan check work, Casc supported efficient and responsive program delivery.

Casc initiated the program by reviewing the City ’s facility database and assigning inspection priorities (Low, Medium, High) based on business type, history, and risk factors. Inspections included documentation, reports, and photographs, with facility representatives present to support communication of requirements, best practices, and corrective actions.

Casc also worked closely with the City’s NPDES Coordinator, providing on-call support, training, and job shadowing.

Services were delivered on a time and expense basis, utilizing trained staff to perform inspections, prepare annual reports, and update Facility Pollution Prevention Plans while supporting efficient data collection and cost management.

MS4 NPDES INSPECTION PROGRAM
CLIENT: CITY OF TEMECULA
SERVICE DATES: 2017-ONGOING
Client Reference: Shawna Bennetts, Associate Engineer
(951) 308-6387, [email protected]
Casc provides industrial and commercial inspections for the City in accordance with their Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit, Jurisdictional Runoff Management Plan (JRMP), and their storm water ordinances. Inspections include observing best management practices at facilities used for protecting storm water runoff, identifying IC/IDs, and verifying that facilities that require coverage under the Industrial General Permit have the required WDID and SWPPP on site.

The City has over 3,000 facilities in its Commercial and Industrial Inspection Inventory. Each year Casc performs over 600 inspections. Inspections are performed using the City ’s database and mobile app. Facilities are researched using the City’s database and case files are opened up in the City ’s mobile app and facilities are scheduled for inspections. All inspections are performed using the mobile app. Updates are entered into the City ’s database as -needed. In conjunction with the City ’s database and mobile apps, Casc has developed a map -centric web app using ArcGIS that shows all facilities and their inspection schedule. Inspections are done geographically to increase efficiency.

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TRASH AMENDMENT CATCH BASIN DEVICE ANALYSIS—GIS
CLIENT: CITY OF TEMECULA
SERVICE DATES: 2019-2020
Client Reference: Shawna Bennetts, Associate Engineer
(951) 308-6387, [email protected]
Recently, Casc completed phase one of the City of Temecula ’s Catch Basin Device Analysis project to assist the city comply with the Statewide Water Quality Control Plans for Trash. The goal of the project was to provide the City an opportunity to generate Water Quality Credits by installing inlet filters that would remove pollutants in addition to the mandated trash. The project included updating, verifying and identifying the locational accuracy of 107 storm drain inlets. Watershed and sub- watershed boundaries were delineated based on contours provid- ed by the City, dictating an identification number for the inlets. To assist the City determine the best fitting trash insert device, an ArcGIS tool was used for field crews to collect a variety of infor- mation on the storm water inlets, junction boxes, manholes and pipes, such as pipe diameter, box height, box width, pipe material, pipe shape, pipe type, structure identification, pipe length and culvert length.

NPDES PROGRAM MANAGEMENT—WHITEWATER RIVER WATERSHED
CLIENT: CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
SERVICE DATES: 2016 - ONGOING
Client Reference: Rick Minjares, Engineering Associate
(760) 322-8253, [email protected]
Casc is the City of Palm Springs Storm Water Program Manager and is re- sponsible for management and implementation of the City ’s storm water program. Services include providing guidance on LID implementation on new development and redevelopment projects, NPDES municipal training, private construction inspections, IC/ID investigation and reporting docu- mentation, coordination with Desert Task Force Meeting attendance, Trash Amendment compliance activities, MS4 annual reporting, and Report of Waste Discharge efforts related to the MS4 Permit renewal.

With over 375 commercial/industrial facilities subject to the MS4 permit ’s inspection requirements within the city, Casc developed a database through ArcGIS online to organize, prioritize, and track the inspection program. Casc also utilizes ArcGIS Survey123 as their main source of report generation to allow inspectors to use tablets to document inspection results, collect contact information, attach photos, obtain the signature of the facility representative, and immediately email the completed inspection report to the Project Manager and site representative. Additional responsibilities include implementation of the City ’s construction site program, where Casc ’s inspectors conduct inspections verifying contractor compliance with requirements, as re- quired by the City’s MS4 Permit.

NDPES COMPLIANCE PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
CLIENT: CITY OF HESPERIA
SERVICE DATES: 2019-2020
Client Reference: Bethany Hudson, Engineering Technician (760) 947-1438, [email protected]
Casc conducted an NPDES Program Compliance Assessment for the City of Hesperia, covered by the Phase II Small MS4 Permit, Order No. 2013 -0001-DWQ, showcasing CASC ’s understanding of various MS4 Permits that cover both Phase 1 and Phase II requirements. The Assessment consisted of interviewing staff, existing documentation, exiting training records, and status of completion of each required element of the Phase II MS4 Permit.

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The City of Hesperia also utilized Casc to provide training to municipal staff related to new development and redevelopment requirements, construction inspections and BMPs. Casc prepared focused in -house training modules detailing minimum permit requirements to maintain or achieve compliance. Casc is also in the process of reviewing and updating the City’s Illicit Connection - Illegal Discharge Program Manu- al. Further, Casc has provided guidance on outfall monitoring and pri- oritization, and planning for flowchart development for internal pro- cesses. An example of proposed items is the Storm Water Inventory List and Initial Prioritization Flowchart that has been developed and is currently being reviewed by the City.

NPDES PROGRAM COMPLIANCE
CLIENT: CITY OF POMONA
SERVICE DATES: 2020 - ONGOING
Client Reference: Julie Carver, Environmental Compliance Supervisor (909) 620-3628, [email protected]
Casc provides the City of Pomona with management support to maintain compli- ance with its MS4 NPDES Storm Water Permit. As such, the services are provided as required by the MS4 Permit and in accordance with City of Pomona policies and practices.

Commercial and Industrial Facility Inspection Services: Casc performs inspections of the City ’s restaurants, automotive service facilities, retail gasoline outlets, nurse- ries/nursery garden centers, United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) Phase I Facilities, other federally -mandated facilities, and all other com- mercial or industrial facilities the City deems may contribute a substantial pollutant load to the MS4, per the Los Angeles MS4 Permit Section Industrial/Commercial Facilities Program.

Construction Site Inspections Services: Casc performs construction site inspections for NPDES Permit compliance and confirms that runoff from active construction projects are effectively controlled through proper BMP implementation per City approved Erosion and Sediment Control Plans.

Plan Check Services for Planning and Land Development Program: Casc works closely with the City ’s Water Re- sources and Public Works engineering staff, planning, and building and safety to assist in reviewing the environ- mental plans (SUSMP, ESCP, SWPPPs and other planning documents) for completeness and compliance with the NPDES Permit and City ordinances.

NPDES CONSULTING AND WQMP PLAN CHECKING SERVICES
CLIENT: CITY OF MONTCLAIR
SERVICE DATES: 2006-ONGOING
Client Reference: Steve Stanton, Engineering Manager (Retired) (909) 625-9444, [email protected]
Casc is currently providing WQMP and hydrology and hydraulic calcula- tion plan check services to the City of Montclair, in accordance with requirements adopted by the agency, and in accordance with each watershed’s established WQMP guidance document. The plan check process includes identifying if a project is accurately categorized based on the size and proposed use of the site. Plan checks are conducted to identify that the WQMP and hydrology cal- culations meet required agency standards and complies with requirements of the WQMP Guidance. Casc reviews include review of Landscape Plans by one of the Casc ’s Registered Landscape Architects. Comments are provided to the preparer in the form of “redlines”. Casc corresponds with the agencies on a routine basis to conduct plan checks in accordance with the most updated standards regarding source control, LID implementation, site design, and activity restrictions.

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SUBCONSULTANT TEAM AND ROLES
Casc Engineering and Consulting will serve as the prime consultant and will deliver all services identified in RFP No. 26-028 directly through its in-house team. No subconsultants are proposed for this engagement.

MS4 NPDES PERMIT COMPLIANCE PROGRAM
CLIENT: LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
SERVICE DATES: 2003-ONGOING
Client Reference: Gil Garcia, P.E., Principle Engineer
(626) 300-2310, [email protected]
Casc provides storm water quality compliance services and other permit assistance to the County of Los Angeles, Department of Public Works (LADPW). These services are in support of LADPW ’s road, bridge, traffic signal, flood control, sewer, and water construction projects located throughout the County. Casc provides various support services including construction inspection, contract administration, training, SWPPP review, and project/program scheduling.

Our staff interacts with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies (including the LARWQCB), under direction of the LADPW and assists in the implementation and enforcement of various NPDES permit requirements.

Reports, Policies and Procedures, Reviews and Recommendations Casc has prepared a variety of reports for the department and advised the department regarding new or changed regulatory requirements, and was a major contributor in developing and editing the County ’s storm water Best Management Practices (BMP) Manual, SWPPP Preparation Manual, SWPPP template, Inspection Reporting form, BMP/SWPPP Staff Guide, and Storm Water Contract Special Provi- sions.

LADPW Staff Training
Casc assisted in the development and delivery of LADPW employee and contractor environmental -related training programs.

SWPPP Reviews
Our field staff assists in the implementation and enforcement of various NPDES permit requirements and storm water pollution prevention plan (SWPPP) reviews.

Field Compliance Inspections
Our field inspectors review construction sites, County facilities, and maintenance operations. Casc was also as- signed to monitor environmentally related operations such as dewatering, excavation, and disposal of contaminat- ed soil.

Casc reviewed implementation of Best Management Practices, monitored waste discharge requirements, and com- pleted monitoring and reporting requirements. Field inspectors provide electronic copies of all correspondence and reports, and include them in the project files and database. The Casc field management team interacts with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies as directed by the LADPW.

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ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE
Casc Engineering and Consulting, Inc. (Casc) offers the City of Rialto a fully integrated, highly experienced team dedicated exclusively to supporting municipal stormwater compliance and NPDES program implementation. Unlike many firms that rely on multiple subconsultants to perform specialized services, Casc provides all requested ser- vices through in -house staff, allowing for streamlined communication, consistent quality control, efficient project management, and uninterrupted service delivery.

Having successfully supported the City ’s NPDES program since 2021, Casc's proposed team is already familiar with the City's regulatory obligations, inspection programs, development review procedures, GIS -based tracking sys- tems, reporting requirements, and interdepartmental coordination processes. This familiarity eliminates transition periods, minimizes administrative burden on City staff, and ensures continuity of operations from the first day of the contract.

The proposed organizational structure establishes clear lines of authority, communication, and accountability.

Melanie Sotelo will serve as Technical Director, providing executive -level oversight, regulatory guidance, quality assurance, and strategic support. Joe Rosales will serve as Project Manager and primary point of contact responsi- ble for day -to-day program implementation, regulatory coordination, inspection oversight, and communication with City staff. Joyce Goode will serve as Assistant Project Manager, supporting program administration, schedul- ing, compliance tracking, reporting, and inspection coordination to ensure responsiveness and continuity of ser- vice.

Supporting the management team is a multidisciplinary group of licensed engineers, certified inspectors, environ- mental specialists, and stormwater professionals who provide technical expertise in development review, WQMP compliance, inspection services, training, and regulatory support. This depth of expertise allows Casc to efficiently address routine program activities as well as specialized regulatory and technical challenges as they arise.

D. FIRM RESOURCES
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TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

MELANIE SOTELO, MSE,

ENV SP, CPSWQ, CPMSM,
CPESC,QISP, QSD/P, ToR

PROJECT MANAGER

JOE ROSALES, CPMSM, CESSWI, QSP,
QISP, EVN GRADE I, PC832

ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

JOYCE GOODE, CPESC, QISP,QSD
A. DESIGN/DEVELOPMENT
MICHAEL GENTILE, P.E., QSD/P
CHRIS SIDOR, P.E., CESSWI,
CESCL, QSD/P, sUAS
CHRIS OGAZ, P.E., CPESC,
QSD/P, ToR
B. PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION

JOE ROSALES, CPMSM, CESS-

WI, QSP, QISP, EVN GRADE I,
PC832

MELANIE SOTELO, MSE,

ENV SP, CPSWQ, CPMSM,
CPESC,QISP, QSD/P, ToR

JOYCE GOODE, CPESC,

QISP,QSD
C. INPECTIONS

ERIC TAYLOR, CESSWI, QSP,

EVN GRADE I

ROBERTO MORALES, CPESC,
QSD/P

LOUIS FLORES, CESSWI, QISP,
QSQ/P

SHANNA DELGADO, GIT,

CESSWI, QSP

SAMANTHA JIMENEZ, QISP,QSP
D. TRAINING

MELANIE SOTELO, MSE,

ENV SP, CPSWQ, CPMSM,
CPESC,QISP, QSD/P, ToR
MICHAEL GENTILE, P.E., QSD/P

JOE ROSALES, CPMSM, CESS-

WI, QSP, QISP, EVN GRADE I

JOYCE GOODE, CPESC,

ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
The team holds professional credentials spanning P.E., CPMSM, CPSWQ, CPESC, CESSWI, QISP, QSD/P, QSP, GIT, and ToR designations, ensuring all tasks are performed by appropriately certified personnel.

SUPPORT STAFF
(As needed)

SUPPORT STAFF
(As needed)
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SURGE CAPACITY AND ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Casc maintains a substantial workforce of stormwater professionals throughout Southern California, providing the City with immediate access to additional resources when workload demands increase. With more than 60 employ- ees companywide, Casc has the capacity to rapidly deploy additional qualified personnel to support inspection pro- grams, development review activities, regulatory reporting efforts, enforcement initiatives, emergency response activities, and special projects.

The City's assigned team is supported by additional inspectors, engineers, and compliance specialists who can be mobilized as needed to accommodate seasonal workload fluctuations, accelerated inspection schedules, wet - weather response activities, illicit discharge investigations, and other time -sensitive assignments. This scalable staffing model ensures that service levels remain consistent regardless of program demands.

Casc also provides bilingual field personnel who are experienced in communicating inspection requirements and compliance obligations to Spanish -speaking business owners, contractors, and facility operators, helping improve outreach effectiveness and regulatory compliance throughout the community.

Casc utilizes modern technology platforms to improve efficiency, data accuracy, and responsiveness. Team mem- bers are experienced in ArcGIS, Survey123, Field Maps, database management systems, electronic reporting platforms, and mobile inspection technologies currently utilized by the City.

These tools allow field personnel to collect and upload inspection data in real time, streamline documentation pro- cesses, improve quality assurance procedures, and provide City staff with timely access to inspection findings, compliance status information, and program metrics. By leveraging technology -driven workflows, Casc minimizes administrative delays and supports efficient program management.

For this on-call agreement, Casc commits to the following resource availability standards:
• Immediate Response: The Project Manager and Assistant Project Manager are reachable by phone, text, or email at all times during normal business hours, with same -day response protocols for urgent City needs such as illicit discharge investigations, enforcement actions, or emergency spill response. • Scalable Inspection Capacity: The core Rialto team includes a Project Manager, Assistant Project Manager, and a dedicated pool of field inspectors. An additional bench of ten or more team members — including inspectors holding QISP, QSP, CESSWI, and PE credentials — is available on an on -call basis to accommodate inspection surges, seasonal wet-weather demands, or accelerated enforcement campaigns. • Bilingual Field Staff: Casc employs Spanish -speaking inspectors to ensure that inspection program require- ments are effectively communicated to non -English-speaking business owners and operators across Rialto's diverse commercial and industrial base.
• Technology-Enabled Operations: Field inspectors utilize ArcGIS Field Maps, Survey123, and mobile platforms for real-time data collection, enabling the Project Manager to review field findings and report to the City with- out delay.
• Response Lead Times: Upon receipt of a new service request, Casc commits to a response within one business day for routine tasks, and same -day acknowledgment for urgent requests. A cost proposal for a new task or- der can typically be prepared and submitted within three to five business days. Additional inspection staff can be mobilized within one week of authorization.

TASK ALLOCATION AND COORDINATION
Casc has strategically assigned staff resources to align directly with the City's requested scope of services. Licensed engineers and qualified stormwater professionals provide WQMP review, development review support, and tech- nical compliance services. Certified inspectors conduct commercial, industrial, construction, restaurant, FOG, and post-construction inspections. Senior program managers oversee regulatory compliance, annual reporting, agency coordination, permit implementation, and enforcement support. 20 322

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This structured approach ensures that each task is performed by personnel with the appropriate technical qualifi- cations, certifications, and experience while maintaining centralized project management and consistent commu- nication with City staff.:
• Task A — Design and Development Process / WQMP Support: Michael Gentile, Chris Ogaz, and Chris Sidor lead WQMP and LID plan check reviews, SWPPP preparation, pre -design consultations, and post -construction BMP inspections. The Project Manager coordinates development submittals with City Engineering and Planning staff.
• Task B — NPDES Program Administration and Representation: Joe Rosales serves as the primary program ad- ministrator, managing the annual report, MS4 database, Local Implementation Plan updates, stormwater ordi- nance review, fee program coordination, and budget assistance. Melanie Sotelo represents the City at the San Bernardino County Stormwater General Meeting, MS4 Database Subcommittee, TMDL Task Forces, and Re- gional Board sessions. Joyce Goode provides backup representation and coordinates grant application submis- sions and cost recovery model development.
• Task C — Inspection Program: Joe Rosales and Joyce Goode oversee the inspection program, with Louis Flores, Samantha Jimenez, Shanna Delgado, Eric Taylor, and Roberto Morales executing commercial, industrial, res- taurant, FOG, construction, and post -construction BMP inspections. Inspectors hold PC832, QISP, QSP, and CESSWI certifications as required by the RFP. Bilingual staff conduct outreach to Spanish -speaking businesses throughout the inspection program. The Project Manager assigns inspections to appropriately credentialed staff, manages the inspection schedule, and coordinates all enforcement follow -up and database updates. • Task D — Training: Melanie Sotelo and Joyce Goode lead the development and delivery of annual in -house training programs for City staff, covering BMP implementation, inspection procedures, illicit discharge detec- tion, WQMP requirements, and permit updates. Training is delivered in multiple formats including one -on-one mentoring, classroom sessions, tailgate meetings, and virtual platforms. Training records are maintained and uploaded to the MS4 Database.

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MELANIE SOTELO, MSE, CPMSM,

CPSWQ, CPESC, QSD/P, QISP,
TORCGP

DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL

SERVICES/TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

Ms. Sotelo has more than 35 years of professional
experience including over 19 years in the specialized field of NPDES storm- water permit compliance. She possesses extensive knowledge of Califor- nia’s NPDES Construction, Municipal (MS4), Industrial permits and the Statewide Trash Amendments, and has participated in CASQA ’s On -Land Visual Assessment Training where she conducted field assessments during the hands-on training. She is responsible for providing guidance in selection and implementation of trash provision compliance activities for several mu- nicipalities in the Santa Ana River and the Whitewater River watersheds in Southern California. Ms. Sotelo has worked extensively with the State Wa- ter Resources Control Board, the Santa Ana Regional Board, the Colorado River Regional Board, and the Los Angeles Regional Board. She has been a course instructor for classes related to the Construction General Permit, Riverside County Santa Ana River and Whitewater River watersheds ’ NPDES MS4 Permits, San Bernardino County ’s NPDES MS4 Permit, and also drafted the City of El Monte’s Green Streets Policy and LID Ordinance in compliance with the current Los Angeles NPDES MS4 Permit.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

City of Rialto NPDES Program: Ms. Sotelo serves as the Project Manager for this project, where Casc is conducting FOG, at Food Service Establishments including but not limited to establishments manufacturing or processing foods and beverages, and conducting kitchen best management practices inspections, conducting investigations on sanitary sewer overflows, and conducts dye tests to determine interceptor connectivity and/or intercep- tor bypass. Casc assists Veolia, Rialto ’ s Public Owned Treatment Works Operator with FOG implementation and inspection reporting. Casc also con- ducts commercial/industrial stormwater facility inspections and construc- tion inspections. Casc participates in the Area - Wide Permittee monthly meetings on behalf of Rialto to ensure Rialto has a voice in the meetings.

Casc updates the City on the MS4 Permit renewal and implementation of the MS4 Permit.

Riverside County Transportation Department NPDES Coordination and Stormwater Program Support Services: Casc is currently under contract with County Transportation to provide Stormwater Program Management Assis- tance Services. Ms. Sotelo temporarily served as Transportation Depart- ment’s Interim NPDES Coordinator, provided training to the current NPDES Coordinator, and continues to provide NPDES support to staff on the implementation of County ’s three NPDES MS4 Permits. Ms. Sotelo is currently attends Co -Permittee Technical Advisory Committee (TAC/DTF) meetings, and is involved in upcoming Permit and Trash Amendment negotiations.

Water Quality Management Plan Review Services for the County of Riverside, City of Highland, City of Moreno Valley, City of Montclair and the City of Hemet: Casc is currently under contract to provide Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) Review Services and assistance to multiple agencies. Ms. Sotelo is responsible for the management, coordination and oversight of plan check reviews for Preliminary and Final WQMPs submitted to the City of High- land and the City of Moreno Valley, and provides WQMP review assistance to the City of Montclair and to the City of Hemet, as needed. She previously was Project Manager for WQMP reviews for the County of Riverside. Ms.

Sotelo has conducted over a hundred reviews of both Preliminary and Final WQMPs submitted for approval under the guidelines of the California Stormwater Quality Association, the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board, and the San Diego Regional Water Quality Board.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
37+ Years

EDUCATION:
• M.S. Engineering -
Environmental Systems/
University of California
Riverside
• B.S. with Honors/
Environmental Science/
University of Phoenix, AZ

PROFESSIONAL
REGISTRATIONS/AFFILIATIONS:
• CASQA Board of Directors
(2021-2024); Executive
Program Committee (2014-
Present); Co-Chair
Construction Subcommittee
• International Erosion Control
Association, Western Chapter
(2018 - Present) – Director,
Administrative Vice President
• Certified Professional in Storm
Water Quality (CPSWQ) No.
913
• Certified Professional in
Erosion and Sediment Control
(CPESC) No. 5693
• Certified Professional in
Municipal Stormwater
Management (CPMSM) No.
406
• California Stormwater Quality
Association - Trainer of
Record, Construction
General Permit
• California Stormwater Quality
Association - Qualified SWPPP
Developer and Qualified
SWPPP Practitioner (QSD/P)
Certification No. 225
• California Stormwater Quality
Association - Qualified
Industrial Stormwater
Practitioner (QISP)
Certification No. 685
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MS4 Permittee Staff Training for Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District: Ms. Sotelo has developed training content and has been a long time presenter at training classes for the District for the SAR, SMR and WWR Region watersheds. Trainings prepared and conducted on behalf of the Co -Permittees include munici- pal facilities, WQMP, construction site, and commercial/industrial facility training. These trainings require that Ms.

Sotelo is well versed in all statewide general permits and the three Riverside County MS4 Permits.

Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) and Transportation BMP Guidance Training, San Bernardino County: As part of Casc’s experienced Water Quality Training Team, Ms. Sotelo was responsible for the development and co - presentation of the County’s WQMP training for San Bernardino County agencies and the public. Additionally, Ms.

Sotelo was responsible for the development of training for the County ’s Transportation BMP Guidance document that was presented to agency staff. Training covered feasibility determination for implementation of LID BMPs in both public and private projects, including selection of BMPs based on the hierarchy of LID BMP implementation.

Green Streets Policy, Low Impact Development (LID) Ordinance, and Reasonable Assurance Analysis, City of El Mon- te: Ms. Sotelo served as the team lead for the preparation of the City of El Monte ’s Green Streets Policy and LID Ordinance. Both the Green Streets Policy and the LID ordinance were written to comply with the LA County MS4 NPDES Permit’s LID BMP implementation requirements. Language addressed the LID BMP hierarchy including im- plementation of infiltration and bioretention BMPs before moving on to biofiltration BMPs. Policy and ordinance language also included methodology for determining minimum LID BMP design details and requirements. Ms.

Sotelo also assisted the Storm Water Program Manager with calculations and analysis for the City ’s reasonable assurance analysis for pollutant trends in existing BMPs to determine compliance with target limitations and re- quired mitigation adjustments.

City of Palm Springs Stormwater Program Manager: Under Casc’s ongoing contract with the City of Palm Springs, Ms. Sotelo serves as the designated Stormwater Program Manager, acting as an extension of City staff. She pro- vides strategic guidance to ensure compliance with the City ’s MS4 Permit and Statewide Trash Amendments with- in the Whitewater River Watershed. Her role includes oversight of construction and commercial/industrial inspec- tions, municipal staff training, policy and ordinance review, WQMP implementation, and IC/ID investigations. Ms.

Sotelo also represents the City at Desert Task Force Meetings, supporting preparation efforts for the upcoming permit reissuance and broader regional compliance coordination.

City of Hemet Stormwater Program Assistance: Casc is currently under contract with the City of Hemet to provide Stormwater Program Management assistance services. Ms. Sotelo serves as the Project Manager for commercial/ industrial and restaurant facility inspections conducted by Casc and City staff. Ms. Sotelo provides oversight and training to City staff, providing ongoing training of existing staff on the implementation of the Santa Ana River MS4 Permit. Ms. Sotelo represents the City at the Santa Ana River Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) meetings, the SAR/SMR BMP Development Subcommittee meetings, and the Lake Elsinore/Canyon Lake TMDL Task Force. Ms.

Sotelo also provides oversight and guidance of the City ’s Statewide Trash Amendment planning and mapping activ- ities.

City of Cathedral City and La Quinta: Casc is currently under contract with the cities of Cathedral City and La Quinta to provide NPDES inspection services. Ms. Sotelo serves as the Project Manager for both agencies and is responsi- ble for oversight and resources related to meeting inspection requirements per the WWR MS4 Permit. Ms. Sotelo remains responsible to verify Inspections are completed in a manner that remains compliant with both MS4 Permit requirements and coronavirus pandemic restrictions.

Lake Elsinore/Canyon Lake TMDL Task Force Support Services: Casc is currently participating in the Lake Elsinore TMDL Task on behalf of the City of Hemet. Casc attends meetings, reviews proposed TMDL modifications, and pro- vides comments and input on language, implementation, approach and methodology, and calculator tools.

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JOE ROSALES, CESSWI,

CPMSM, QSP, QISP
ENV GRADE 1

PROJECT MANAGER

Mr. Rosales has over 24 years of professional
municipal experience, including more than 17
years specializing in Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) compliance and over 20 years in NPDES and Waste Discharge Requirements (WDR) program management. He is a Certified Environmental Compliance Inspector, Grade 1 (California, No. 2074119), with extensive expertise implementing and administering programs in compliance with the Statewide General Waste Discharge Requirements for Sanitary Sewer Systems (Order WQ 2022 -0103-DWQ) and municipal Sewer System Management Plans (SSMPs), with specialized knowledge of SSMP Section 7 – FOG Control Program.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

Sr. Environmental Analyst – City of Rialto: Mr. Rosales leads a broad range of NPDES, industrial/commercial, and construction SWPPP compliance activities for the City of Rialto. His responsibilities include conducting construction SWPPP inspections, verifying BMP implementation on capital improvement projects and private development sites, and performing industrial/commercial NPDES inspections to ensure compliance with MS4 permit requirements. He also performs ID/IC investigations, conducts Environmental Certificate of Occupancy inspections, municipal facility stormwater inspections, and post -construction BMP inspections associated with WQMP/SUSMP requirements. Through this work, he strengthens the City ’s stormwater compliance programs, improves documentation defensibility, and supports timely corrective action on regulated sites.

In addition to his stormwater duties, Mr. Rosales supports the City ’s wastewater regulatory responsibilities by coordinating with the POTW operator (Veolia) on targeted FOG compliance activities. He developed Rialto ’s official FOG/GCD Inspection Form, performs joint FSE and industrial/commercial inspections as needed, and provides QA/ QC of inspection data to ensure accurate integration into the Rialto's tracking system and compliance with WDR and SSMP reporting requirements.

Sr. Environmental Analyst for the City of Pomona: Mr. Rosales supported the City ’s NPDES, stormwater, and wastewater compliance programs through extensive field inspection and program management activities. He conducted construction SWPPP inspections, verified BMP implementation on development and capital improvement projects, and performed industrial/commercial NPDES inspections and Environmental Certificate of Occupancy inspections to ensure compliance with MS4 permit requirements. He also performed post -construction BMP verification and conducted inspections of Food Service Establishments (FSEs) and industrial facilities to support the City’s broader environmental compliance objectives.

In addition to stormwater duties, Mr. Rosales led the City ’s FOG Control Program in alignment with SSMP Section 7 and Order WQ 2022 -0103-DWQ. He developed and implemented the City ’s official FOG/GCD Inspection Form and integrated it into MS4Front to streamline field data collection, improve corrective action tracking, and enhance reporting efficiency. He also performed rigorous QA/QC of inspection records to maintain accuracy in regulatory reporting and ensure compliance with State and regional requirements. Working closely with IT and the Environmental Program Supervisor, Mr. Rosales optimized inspection workflows, standardized documentation practices, and strengthened the consistency and defensibility of inspection programs across multiple regulatory areas.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
24+ Years

EDUCATION:

Various Coursework, University of
California, Riverside

PROFESSIONAL
REGISTRATIONS/ AFFILIATIONS:
• QISP Certification (CA, NO.
01316)
• CPMSM Certification (CA, No.
219)
• CESSWI Certification (CA, No.
1223)
• QSP Certification (CA, No. 419)
• Certified Environmental Compli-
ance Inspector Grade 1 (CA,
No. 0274119)
• P.C. 832 Certification
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NPDES INSPECTIONS, MONTCLAIR, CA: Mr. Rosales supervised industrial/commercial inspectors and has an exem- plary reputation as a “field trainer” for commercial/Food Service Establishment (FSE) and industrial inspections. He conducted thousands of industrial/commercial/FSE inspections. He has experience as an inspector for the installa- tion of grease removal devices and maintenance of such devices. He also served as a SWPPP inspector, stormwater treatment device installation inspector associated with the WQMP , and post-construction BMP inspector.

• Post-construction BMP inspections (WQMP/SUSMP).
• Conducts Environmental Certificate of Occupancy inspections on newly constructed projects • Conducts Industrial/Commercial inspections
• Conducts Training for City staff
• Conducts QA/QC of inspections and inspection forms
• Conducts Municipal Facility Inspection
• Conducts Post-Construction inspections associated with the WQMP/SUSMP

SPECIALIZED EXPERTISE:
• Certified Environmental Compliance Inspector, Grade 1 (California, No. 2074119) – Credentialed to perform inspections and ensure compliance with State, regional, and local environmental regulations. • FOG Program Development & Enforcement – Fully aligned with SSMP Section 7 and Order WQ 2022 -0103- DWQ.
• SSMP Implementation & Audit Compliance – Proven success revising SSMPs and resolving State Water Board audit findings.
• SSS Prevention Strategies – Inspection and maintenance programs that reduce system blockages and spills. • GIS-Based CMMS Integration – Skilled in ArcGIS-linked data collection, tracking, and compliance reporting. • NPDES/MS4 Program Administration – 20+ years of stormwater and wastewater regulatory compliance. • Public Education & Outreach – Development of community outreach and BMP awareness programs. • Staff Training & QA/QC Oversight – Inspection form design, data verification, and defensible enforcement doc- umentation.
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JOYCE GOODE, CPESC,

QISP, QSD/P

ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

Ms. Goode has over 25 years of experience in
the civil engineering and consulting industry,
with work on projects as diverse as multi -
phased residential developments to utility
projects. Her experience as a water quality
consultant has led to an understanding of all key phases of development.

For the past 10 years, Ms. Goode ’s career has been focused on NPDES permit compliance and she is an expert in the Sanitary Sewer, Industrial General Permit, Construction General Permit, and MS4 Permits. Ms.

Goode assists multiple municipalities on managing compliant programs.

She is currently leading teams in the development of GIS -based applications for management of compliance activities to meet the requirements of MS4 Permits.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

Commercial/Industrial Inspection, City of Rialto, CA Ms. Goode attends and leads kick - off meetings and progress meetings as needed via conference calls or web based communication platforms. She assists the City ’ s NPDES coordinator in identifying commercial and industrial businesses within the City ’ s jurisdiction that meet inspection criteria per the MS4 Permit and local watershed management plans. Ms. Goode provides oversight of all inspections and provides updates to the City. She informs the City of potential or immediate threats to water quality. She aides in managing the project budget and prepares monthly progress reports to the City.

NPDES Compliance Services, City of Pomona, CA Ms. Goode serves as the Assistant Project Manager for the City of Pomona’ NPDES Compliance Services. She works in close coordination with City staff to identify facilities within the jurisdiction that meet inspection criteria under the San Bernardino County MS4 Phase I Permit (Santa Ana Region).

She supervises a team of inspectors responsible for conducting Commercial and Industrial inspections, construction inspections, Fats Oils and Grease (FOG) Inspections and also responds to Illicit Connection/Illegal Discharge (IC/ID) emergency incidents, and regularly provides the City with updates on field investigations and reporting data.

NPDES Inspections, City of Palm Springs : Ms. Goode is the Assistant Project Manager for the NPDES inspection program for the City of Palm Springs. She organizes and utilizes resources to complete tasks to comply with regulatory requirements for all Riverside County MS4 Whitewater River Region compliance -related inspections:
commercial, industrial, municipal, IC/ID and construction. She uses local, state and federal databases to identify sites that meet the criteria for inspections under current permitting requirements. Ms. Goode also provides oversight for all inspection staff and program activities. As part of the inspection program, Ms. Goode has assembled and leads a team in the development of a fully interactive inspection program using GIS software. The interactive program integrates GIS -based applications for the collection/editing of map data and form data for all inspections. She works regularly with City staff to provide inspection updates, recommendations regarding NPDES compliance, and reporting data. Ms. Goode develops innovative training classes for the field and classroom environments to educate City and consulting staff on NPDES-related topics.

Commercial/Industrial and FOG Inspections, City of Montclair: Ms. Goode is the Project Manager for the NPDES Inspection program for the City of Montclair. She works with the City ’s NPDES coordinator to identify commercial and industrial businesses within the City ’s jurisdiction that meet inspection criteria per the San Bernardino County Phase I MS4 Permit Santa Ana Region. Ms. Goode trains and assists staff in using the County ’s stormwater management software to complete inspections and review compliance history of facilities. She also provides oversight for FOG inspections to ensure compliance with the City’s FOG Program.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
25+ Years

EDUCATION:

B.S./Environmental Geology /
California State University/ San
Bernardino, CA

PROFESSIONAL
REGISTRATIONS/AFFILIATIONS:
• Certified Professional in
Erosion and Sediment Control
(CPESC) No. 8448
• California Stormwater Quality
Association - Qualified SWPPP
Developer and Qualified
SWPPP Practitioner (QSD/P)
Certification No. 25905
▪ California Stormwater Quality
Association - Qualified
Industrial SWPPP Practitioner
(QSIP) Certification No. 01315
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Commercial/Industrial Inspections, City of Temecula: Ms. Goode is the Project Manager for the Commercial and Industrial facilities inspection program for the City of Temecula. She has developed inspection standards that com- ply with the Riverside County MS4 Permit Santa Margarita Region, the Santa Margarita Watershed Water Quality Improvement Plan, and the City’s Jurisdictional Runoff Management Plan (JRMP). Ms. Goode utilizes City databases and GIS software to construct a 5 -year inspection program for over 4,000 facilities. As part of the program, Ms.

Goode also analyzes the activities of each facility and its proximity to a 303(d)/TMDL listed waterbody to provide recommendations to the City to assist in identifying High Priority facilities . Ms. Goode has field trained City staff and crews on inspection procedures and minimum BMP standards as specified by regulatory requirements. She develops the inspection teams and schedules. Ms. Goode also works with City staff to provide updates on field investigations and reporting data.

Commercial/Industrial Inspections, City of Hemet: Ms. Goode is the Assistant Project Manager for the NPDES In- spection program for the City of Hemet. She works closely with the City ’s NPDES coordinator to identify commer- cial and industrial businesses within the City ’s jurisdiction that meet inspection criteria per the Riverside County Phase I MS4 Permit Santa Ana Region and Drainage Area Management Plan. Ms. Goode has also assembled a team to develop a GIS -based interactive inspection program that is used by both consulting and City staff. The interac- tive program has also been designed to be compatible with the City ’s database system. She uses map data and form data collected during the inspections to develop future inspection programs for the City. Ms. Goode develops webinar training programs tailored specifically for the City ’s inspection program. She provides field training for consulting and City staff.

Commercial/Industrial Inspections, Cathedral City: Ms. Goode was the Assistant Project Manager for the NPDES inspection program for Cathedral City. She attended and led kick -off meetings and progress meetings as needed via conference calls or web based communication platforms. Ms. Goode assisted in the review of the City ’s Annual Reports during the contract term. She also assisted the City ’s NPDES coordinator in identifying commercial and industrial businesses within the City’s jurisdiction that meet inspection criteria per the MS4 Permit and SWMP. Ms.

Goode provided oversight of all inspections and provided updates to the City. She informed the City of potential or immediate threats to water quality. She managed the project budget and prepared monthly progress reports to the City.

Commercial/Industrial Inspections, City of La Quinta: Ms. Goode is Assistant Project Manager for the NPDES inspec- tion program for the City of La Quinta. Ms. Goode evaluated facilities within the City ’s jurisdiction to determine if the facilities met the inspection criteria per the MS4 Permit and SWMP. She updated the City ’s inspection invento- ry with new commercial and industrial businesses and provided recommendations for existing facilities. She also works with the City ’s NPDES Coordinator to determine which facilities are compliant with the current Permit in- spection frequency and which facilities need additional inspections. Ms. Goode developed a 3 -year inspection schedule for all inventoried facilities and provides oversight of all inspections. 27 329

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MICHAEL GENTILE, P.E.,
QSD/P

SENIOR ENGINEER
Mr. Gentile has more than 35 years of experience in
project management, project engineering, design,
and production for a wide variety of civil engineering
projects. His diverse project experience includes hydrology and hydraulics, drainage master plans, storm drain and water quality facilities design, road- way and drainage design, transportation studies (highways and rail), water, sewer, and site development. He is an expert in hydrology, stormwater man- agement and water quality best management practices (BMPs). Mr. Gentile brings a collaborative approach among various disciplines to produce con- cepts tailored to the site features and needs of each project.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

Water Quality Management Plan Review—Riverside County: Mr. Gentile, as part of Casc ’s plan check review team, provides WQMP and hydraulic and hydrology review services for the Riverside County Transportation Department.

The review program in Riverside County requires knowledge of stormwater permit requirements in three water- sheds: Santa Ana River (Santa Ana Region 8), Santa Margarita River (San Diego Region 9), and Whitewater River (Colorado River Basin Region 7). Mr. Gentile’s detailed knowledge in all three permit regions, and his experience in designing and implementing stormwater BMPs has proven to be of great value in the coordination and coopera- tion with WQMP applicants and preparers by providing guidance in the implementation, feasibility and design of the LID BMPs to keep projects moving forward while ensuring compliance with permit requirements.

Peer Review of Riverside County Economic Development Agency (EDA) Projects: Mr. Gentile has peer reviewed a number of proposed Riverside County EDA projects at the request of the agency. The peer reviews focus on com- pliance with the current stormwater permit, and provide EDA with guidance on future costs of ownership to main- tain the proposed stormwater BMPs for the given projects. Where necessary, Casc has suggested alternative or modified BMPs to assist EDA in reducing project future ownership costs while staying in compliance with storm- water regulations.

Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) Training, Riverside County: As part of the Casc Water Quality training team, Mr. Gentile has presented the County’s WQMP training for Riverside County and the public for the Santa Ana and Whitewater River watersheds. This past year he assisted in developing updated WQMP training for both watersheds. Training covered the regulatory framework of the MS4 Permit, determination and requirements for priority and non-priority development projects, selection of BMPs based on the hierarchy of LID BMP implementa- tion, and design examples for selected LID BMPs.

Plunge Creek and Oak Creek Studies, San Bernardino Valley Water Conservation District: As project manager, Mr.

Gentile led a diverse team of professionals that provided Civil Engineering services to analyze feasibility, optimiza- tion, and constructability of multiple storm water diversion and basin design alternatives to determine the most cost-effective solution to enhance and maximize groundwater recharge at two separate locations, Plunge Creek and Oak Creek, for the San Bernardino Valley Water Conservation District. Engineering services under this contract include geotechnical investigations (borings and infiltration testing), hydrology and hydraulics analysis of prelimi- nary designs prepared by the District, groundwater modeling, sediment transport analysis, and value engineering.

The team produced technical studies of the analytical services provided, which gave important data for the District to determine the preferred approach among the preliminary designs that were analyzed. Project management duties included technical review and editing of the studies, coordinating the work effort, preparing and updating project schedule, maintaining project files, preparing project correspondence, meeting minutes, agendas, action items, invoices, and status reports.

Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) and Drainage Report Review-City of Highland : As part of CASC’s plan check review team, Mr. Gentile has reviewed numerous WQMPs and Drainage Reports for the City of Highland. WQMP reviews are conducted to verify compliance with the Technical Guidance Document for Water Quality Management Plans for the County of San Bernardino Areawide Stormwater Program, and Drainage Report reviews are conducted to verify compliance with the County of San Bernardino Hydrology Manual. Mr.

Gentile’s detailed knowledge of stormwater, hydrology, and hydraulics, provides WQMP and Drainage Report preparers with de-tailed guidance so that their plans and reports can achieve compliance in fewer review cycles.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
35+ Years
EDUCATION:

BA / Physics/Carleton College/
Northfield, MN

PROFESSIONAL
REGISTRATION/AFFILIATIONS:
• Professional Civil Engineer
California / #58953
• Qualified SWPPP Developer
and Qualified SWPPP
Practitioner (QSD/P) #1162
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Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) Review —City of Moreno Valley : As part of CASC ’s plan check review team, Mr. Gentile has reviewed numerous WQMPs for the City of Moreno Valley. WQMP reviews are conducted to verify compliance with the Water Quality Management Plan: A Guidance Document for the Santa Ana Region of Riverside County, and local requirements of the City of Moreno Valley. Mr. Gentile ’s detailed knowledge of storm- water, hydrology, and hydraulics, provides WQMP preparers with detailed guidance so that their plans and reports can achieve compliance in fewer review cycles.

Plan Check Services for Planning and Land Development Program —City of Pomona: Mr. Gentile is responsible for review of LID Plans and Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plans (SUSMP) as part of land development applica- tion reviews for the Planning Department (initial reviews for entitlements), and Public Works Department (design reviews for grading permits). The reviews evaluate document completeness and compliance with the Los Angeles County MS4 Permit and the City of Pomona ’s LID Ordinance and Green Street Policy. Initial reviews include deter- mination of project type and applicability of the MS4 Permit, while design reviews examine if the proposed devel- opment meets the standards and requirements established by the governing documents. Design reviews usually include review of the project drainage report and grading plans as they are integral to NPDES compliance. Addi- tional services provided by Mr. Gentile under this program are drainage and hydrology reviews of transit and trans- portation agency expansion plans within the City of Pomona, such as the LA Metro Gold Line extension and Omni- trans Bus Rapid Transit project.

NPDES Compliance Services - City of Temecula: Mr Gentile provides valuable assistance to the City of Temecula ’s implementation of their stormwater program. In addition to reviewing Water Quality Management Plans, Mr. Gen- tile has also prepared WQMPs for the City of Temecula for select public works projects to document the water quality benefit, and provided guidance on implementation of stormwater requirements for various projects (public and private) throughout the City.

NPDES Compliance Services - City of Hesperia: Mr Gentile provides valuable assistance to the City of Hesperia ’s im- plementation of their stormwater program under the Phase II Permit. As part of this project, Mr. Gentile devel- oped and presented a training seminar on WQMP requirements for City staff to help in clarifying the requirements of the Phase II permit and City flood control ordinances. He also prepared a supporting technical memorandum to provide guidance to the City in developing their implementation plan and procedures with respect to stormwater requirements for the permitting of land development projects.

BMP Feasibility Evaluation for ASBS Statewide, Various Locations, CA: Mr. Gentile managed and edited the nine re- ports that were prepared for the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), under Contract Number 43A0428, Task Order Number 11, to assess the feasibility of stormwater BMPs at locations within Areas of Special Biological Significance (ASBS). ASBS locations are subject to special provisions and requirements as part of Cal- trans’ MS4 Permit. These reports evaluated various Caltrans -approved BMPs and recommended feasible and workable alternatives for Caltrans ’ consideration. The reports included conceptual design plans, profiles, and de- tails, and drainage calculations with proposed BMP sizing calculations using Caltrans calculation methods as de- scribed within their Project Planning and Design Guidance (PPDG).

In-Person Stormwater Management Practices Training (D8), Fontana, CA: Mr. Gentile is one of Casc’s trainers for the in-person stormwater management practices training being presented monthly to Caltrans personnel at various locations statewide under contract 43A0451. Mr. Gentile has given the training at Caltrans ’ District 8 facility in Fontana. The presentation is conducted over three days. Day one presents the Caltrans Project Planning and De- sign Guide (PPDG) with detailed modules for each section in the PPDG along with class exercises that illustrate im- portant concepts in Caltrans’ approach to managing stormwater. Days two and three present detailed descriptions and design guidance of various Caltrans-approved BMPs along with more class exercises for calculating stormwater runoff volumes and flows, BMP sizing, and BMP feasibility determination.

Statewide Trash Provisions Compliance Services, Chino CA: Mr. Gentile was project manager for preparing the feasi- bility report and jurisdictional maps to comply with statewide trash provisions per Water Code Section 13383. On June 1, 2017, The Colorado Regional Board issued a letter to the City of Chino that required it to submit its method to comply with the statewide trash provisions. The City of Chino proceeded under Track 1. Mr. Gentile managed the development of the final documents in collaboration with the Casc team and city staff. The city opted to have Casc perform trash assessments and develop justifications for equivalent alternative land uses as part of its final jurisdictional map development. These efforts were managed by Mr. Gentile along with a follow -up technical memorandum explaining the equivalent alternative land use methodology and justification at the City ’s request that were included in the final report and maps.

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CHRIS SIDOR, PE, QSD/P,
CESSWI, sUAS, AUVSI TOP L2

ENGINEER

Mr. Sidor is a project manager and senior engineer
with 15 years of experience. He has worked on a
wide range of projects in support of NPDES regula-
tions, including WQMP plan checks, BMP monitor-
ing station installations, and mapping utilizing unmanned aerial systems (UAS). He is a certified UAV operator holding a Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate, demonstrating his compliance with FAA regulations for com- mercial drone operations. His qualifications allow him to deliver high - quality, secure, and compliant results for a range of projects, including critical infrastructure inspections, environmental assessments, and large - scale public works.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

Environmental Plan Reviews, Multiple Locations, Southern CA : Mr. Sidor provides professional reviews of environmental plans for numerous cities and counties throughout southern California for compliance with the NPDES Permit. The review process includes checking soils reports, basin and BMP design calculations and placement, watershed information, downstream TMDL ’s, and compliance with agency requirements. Mr.

Sidor has become familiar with reviewing stormwater mitigation plans including reviews of SUSMPs/WQMPs, Low Impact Development (LID) Requirements, Green Street Standards, SWPPPs, Erosion and Sediment Control Plans, and other pertaining documents. Mr. Sidor reviews these plans on a regular basis and has become familiar with numerous county and watershed requirements/standards.

WQMP Development Services, Multiple Locations, Southern CA: Mr. Sidor has been developing WQMPs and provid- ing recommendations to cities and counties for effective selection and placement of structural BMPs. Mr. Sidor ’s responsibilities include reviewing all relevant information, which can include soil reports, watershed and county requirements, geological information, downstream TMDL ’s, to determine the best way to manage stormwater.

After determining which BMPs to implement on Site, and if structural BMPs are deemed necessary, Mr. Sidor will design these BMPs to effective capture the stormwater per the NPDES and cities/county requirements.

Aerial Photography and Videography UAV Services, County of Los Angeles Department of Public Works: Mr. Sidor provided unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) services under a contract with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works. He conducted aerial imagery and videography for various public works projects, capturing high - resolution imagery and video for use in planning, inspections, documentation, and reconnaissance. Mr. Sidor worked closely with the project manager and engineers to integrate UAV data into project workflows and provide accurate and timely deliverables. He utilized advanced post -processing techniques to produce orthomosaic maps and detailed visual reports. Throughout these projects, Mr. Sidor maintained compliance with FAA regulations and adhered to the quickly evolving UAV requirements. All data was delivered in secure formats for use on official platforms.

Solar Project UAV Reconnaissance and Erosion Analysis, Western Municipal Water District, Riverside, CA: Casc was engaged by Western Municipal Water District (WMWD) to address and resolve post -construction erosion issues on a 5.64-acre solar array project. Mr. Sidor leveraged UAV technology to conduct an aerial survey of the site, produc- ing detailed topographical maps and georeferenced drainage area maps. These maps were critical in the engineer- ing analysis and development of effective mitigation strategies. The UAV captured high -resolution images and vide- os of erosion on steep, inaccessible slopes, providing valuable data that informed the project ’s recommendations.

Mr. Sidor played a key role in comparing pre - and post-construction conditions, leading to the identification of nec- essary site stabilization measures, including regrading, repositioning of BMPs, and the design of flow reduction systems such as channels, barriers, energy dissipaters, and HDPE pipe for offsite flow diversion. His work contribut- ed to the successful implementation of practical and effective erosion control solutions, aligning with the project ’s engineering and environmental goals.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
15+ Years

EDUCATION:
• B.S./Civil Engineering / Arizona
State University

PROFESSIONAL
REGISTRATION/ AFFILIATIONS:
• Professional Engineer
(California, #90500)
• Professional Engineer (Arizona,
#71611)
• sUAS Remote Pilot (California,
#4030250)
• Certified Erosion, Sediment and
Storm Water Inspector (CESSWI)
• California Stormwater Quality
Association - Qualified SWPPP
Practitioner (QSP) Certification
• 40 Hr HAZWOPER
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City of Redlands WWTP, Redlands, CA: Mr. Sidor assisted with mapping and SWPPP development for the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) to meet the requirements of the Industrial General Permit.

Industrial and MS4 Assistance, March Air Reserve Base, CA : Mr. Sidor was involved with the monthly monitoring inspections at March ARB under a contract to provide storm water sampling and monitoring support in compliance with both the Industrial General Permit and the Phase II Small MS4 Permit.

Western Municipal Water District, Solar Project UAV Reconnaissance and Erosion Analysis - Riverside, CA: Casc was engaged by Western Municipal Water District (WMWD) to address and resolve post -construction erosion issues on a 5.64-acre solar array project. Mr. Sidor leveraged UAV technology to conduct an aerial survey of the site, produc- ing detailed topographical maps and georeferenced drainage area maps. These maps were critical in the engineer- ing analysis and development of effective mitigation strategies. The UAV captured high -resolution images and vide- os of erosion on steep, inaccessible slopes, providing valuable data that informed the project ’s recommendations.

Mr. Sidor played a key role in comparing pre- and post-construction conditions, leading to the identification of nec- essary site stabilization measures, including regrading, repositioning of BMPs, and the design of flow reduction sys- tems such as channels, barriers, energy dissipaters, and HDPE pipe for offsite flow diversion. His work contributed to the successful implementation of practical and effective erosion control solutions, aligning with the project ’s engineering and environmental goals.

DR Horton Construction Site Aerial Drone Reconnaissance and Project Documentation- Various Locations in CA: Mr.

Sidor conducted UAV flights over multiple DR Horton construction sites to document progress and environmental compliance. The aerial imagery and video captured during these flights were integral to supporting the Notice of Termination (NOT) process for SWPPPs. Mr. Sidor utilized the high -resolution imagery to create orthomosaic maps, which were then integrated into CAD plans to develop detailed NOT maps. These maps provided essential docu- mentation, demonstrating that the sites met the necessary regulatory requirements before project closure.

City of San Bernardino, Vincent Well Aerial Imagery, Orthomosaic Maps, Vegetation Mapping – San Bernardino, CA:

Heavy rainfall during 2019/2020 posed a significant risk to the foundation of the City of San Bernardino ’s Vincent Well facility, located within the Cajon Creek floodplain. CASC was contracted by the city to design flood protection and stream stabilization improvements for the site. Mr. Sidor played a key role in this project by employing UAV technology to support the engineering team. He utilized georeferenced aerial imagery to produce an orthomosaic photo, elevation maps, and a 3D model of the well site and surrounding area. These deliverables were instrumental in analyzing drainage patterns and assessing potential erosion impacts. The UAV data also contributed to the design of effective slope stabilization measures. Additionally, Mr. Sidor assisted the on-site biologist with a site assessment and vegetation mapping, providing high -quality aerial images that were used in a constraints level analysis report.

His contributions assisted in guiding the engineering decisions for the project ’s flood protection and stabilization efforts.

City of Industry, Follows Camp Aerial Reconnaissance - Los Angeles Couny, CA : Historic Follows Camp, a 100 -acre property owned by the City of Industry and located along the lower East Fork of the San Gabriel River, experienced significant damage after recent heavy rains and flooding events. The flooding destroyed the property ’s bridge and cut off vehicular access. Mr. Sidor utilized UAV technology to conduct aerial reconnaissance of the site, producing video and static imagery that were critical for the team’s inspection and assessment of the flood damage. The high - quality images and videos captured by Mr. Sidor were essential in identifying erosion for the design of flood mitiga- tion measures. Given the steep canyon slopes and the presence of power lines near the site, flight operations re- quired the use of a visual observer to maintain safety and accuracy during data collection.

Brasada Construction Site Aerial Drone Reconnaissance and Project Documentation - San Dimas, CA: Mr. Sidor has been utilizing UAV technology to provide aerial site reconnaissance for construction operations at an exclusive gated community adjacent to the Angeles National Forest. The 273 -acre site, characterized by steep topography and sensitive environmental features, required significant earthwork, including excavation, remedial work, and the placement of crushed rock. Infrastructure development included roads, storm drain systems and utilities, with a strong emphasis on environmental compliance and mitigation measures. 31 333

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CHRIS OGAZ, PE, CPESC, QSD/P,

CGP TOR

ENGINEER

Mr. Ogaz is a Water quality professional with 20+
years of experience supporting regulatory compliance,
stormwater management, and civil design. Expertise
includes preparation and plan review of Water Quality Management Plans (WQMPs), development of SWPPPs as a Qualified SWPPP Developer (QSD), and conducting post -construction BMP and QSP inspections. Experienced in water quality monitoring, stormwater sampling, and industrial/ commercial environmental inspections, with a strong track record of preparing detailed assessment reports. Proficient in civil design, including development of grading, street, utility, and storm drain plans.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

Water Quality Management Plans: Mr. Ogaz performed WQMP plan check reviews for the Cities of Montclair and Highland, as well as Riverside County projects within the Whitewater River watershed, ensuring compliance with local and regional requirements. Supported the preparation of Water Quality Management Plans for private development projects across multiple jurisdictions, including Moreno Valley, Redlands, Yucaipa, Rancho Cucamonga, and Rialto. Developed detailed WQMP site plans illustrating drainage patterns, impervious areas, and locations requiring treatment and source control BMPs, including selection and placement of appropriate BMPs.

City of Chino Post Construction BMP Inspections: Mr. Ogaz supported the City of Chino NPDES program from 2021—2024 by conducting a comprehensive inventory of post -construction BMPs (PCBMPs) for private developments. Reviewed approved Final Water Quality Management Plans (F -WQMPs) to identify constructed BMPs, compiled and maintained a tracking database, and performed field inspections to evaluate condition and compliance. Scheduled and led site visits, documenting observations and verifying that installed BMPs and WQMP features were constructed in substantial conformance with approved plans and regulatory guidance.

City of Carlsbad Treatment Control BMP Inspections: Mr. Ogaz conducted inspections of 100+ high -priority sites to evaluate Treatment Control BMP installations in accordance with project WQMPs. Scheduled and performed field assessments, documenting BMP conditions, functionality, and compliance. Evaluated evidence of maintenance, identified deficiencies or damage, and recommended corrective actions. Prepared detailed inspection reports supported by photographic documentation for each site.

San Bernardino County Post Construction BMP Inspections: Mr. Ogaz performed field inspections of post - construction BMP installations to verify compliance with approved WQMPs and regulatory requirements.

Observed and documented BMP implementation throughout key construction milestones, ensuring proper installation at major checkpoints. Evaluated site conditions and confirmed that BMPs and WQMP features were constructed in substantial conformance with approved plans and applicable guidance.

Riverside County Whitewater River Region Low Impact Design BMP Design Handbook: Mr. Ogaz Contributed to the update and revision of the Low Impact Development (LID) BMP Design Handbook for Riverside County ’s Whitewater River Region. Revised BMP criteria and design guidance to align with local regulatory requirements and optimize performance in arid conditions.

NPDES Commercial/Industrial Compliance Inspections: Mr. Ogaz supported NPDES stormwater compliance programs for the Cities of Colton and Ontario. Conducted and documented ~70 high -priority commercial/industrial inspections, evaluating site compliance and identifying corrective actions. Managed data entry for 400+ inspections and coordinated distribution of follow-up notices outlining required corrections to regulated facilities.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
20+ Years

EDUCATION:

BS / Civil Engineering,
Geospatial Option / California
State Polytechnic University,
Pomona

PROFESSIONAL
REGISTRATIONS/AFFILIATIONS:
• Professional Civil Engineer No.
85473
• Certified Professional in Erosion
and Sediment Control
(CPESC) No. 6693
• California Stormwater Quality
Association Qualified SWPPP
Developer and Qualified
SWPPP Practitioner (QSD/P)
Certification No. 22295
• 40 Hr HAZWOPER #739695
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LOUIS FLORES, CESSWI, QSP,
QISP

INSPECTOR

Mr. Flores has over 17 years of experience in the engi- neering, surveying, and construction fields. He conducts commercial/ industrial inspections, on -call illicit connection/illegal discharge response services, and construction site SWPPP inspections as a City Inspector and as the QSP for construction projects. He educates business owners and managers, construction site operators, and private homeowners about proper stormwater pollution prevention measures.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

NPDES Compliance Field Review Inspections, Corona -Norco Unified School District: Mr. Flores conducted NPDES compliance inspections for construc- tion projects in the Corona -Norco Unified School District. He assessed stormwater pollution prevention measures and ensured compliance with the California Construction General Permit.

Construction Site Inspections, City of Palm Springs: Mr. Flores has conducted inspections of both privately -owned and City-owned construction projects to ensure compliance with the Stormwater Ordinances of the City of Palm Springs, Riverside County, and the State of California. He evaluates active construction sites to verify that appropri- ate stormwater pollution prevention measures are in place and submits his findings to both the City of Palm Springs and the site operators. Additionally, Mr. Flores has responded to citizen complaints regarding the discharge and illicit connections related to the transfer of pollutants and materials.

Commercial/Industrial Facility Inspections, City of Rialto, Palm Springs, Cathedral City, La Quinta, Hemet: Mr. Flores has conducted inspections of commercial and industrial facilities to ensure compliance with local, state, and feder- al stormwater ordinances. He has evaluated various establishments, including restaurants that handle fats, oils, and grease; auto repair service facilities; retail gasoline stations; garden nurseries; and industrial sites, assessing their stormwater pollution prevention measures. He has inspected and verified the design and performance of BMPs at facilities governed by the Industrial General Permit, as well as those under a No Exposure Certification (NEC). Additionally, he reviews the facilities listed in the State Water Board ’s Storm Water Multiple Application and Reporting Tracking System (SMARTS) to confirm their coverage, site history, compliance status, and records of pre- vious inspections conducted by the State and Regional Water Boards. He also follows up on re -inspections and any necessary enforcement actions.

BMP Inspections, Cities of Chino, Montclair, Highland: Mr. Flores has been assisting the cities with post-construction BMP inspections during and after construction. Inspections are conducted in accordance with the requirements of the MS4 Permit and the details specific to each city ’s contract. Inspections are being documented in the Cloud- Compli database.

Low Impact Development (LID) Post-Construction BMP Inspections, City of Carlsbad: Mr. Flores has inspected over 150 Low Impact Development post -construction BMP installations for the City of Carlsbad. He scheduled and con- ducted the field inspections and made field observations of post -construction BMPs identified in the WQMP. He evaluated several different types of postconstruction BMPs including bioretention facilities, extended detention basins, infiltration basins, and vegetated swales. In his report, he investigated and recorded signs of recent mainte- nance, the need for future maintenance, damage to the BMP, any signs of standing water or odors and checked for proper design function. He wrote up an inspection report and took photos of each Low Impact Development post - construction BMP and reported findings to the City of Carlsbad.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
17+ Years

EDUCATION:

B.S. / Environmental Science/
University of California - Riverside

PROFESSIONAL
CERTIFICATIONS/AFFILIATIONS:
• Certified Erosion Sediment
Stormwater Inspector
(CESSWI) No. 4940
• Qualified Stormwater
Pollution Prevention Plan
Practitioner (QSP) No. 26490
• Qualified Industrial
Stormwater Practitioner
(QISP) No. 00940
• Cal/OSHA Confined Space
Entry
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Construction Site Inspections, City of Palm Springs: Mr. Flores has conducted inspections of both privately -owned and City-owned construction projects to ensure compliance with the Stormwater Ordinances of the City of Palm Springs, Riverside County, and the State of California. He evaluates active construction sites to verify that appropri- ate stormwater pollution prevention measures are in place and submits his findings to both the City of Palm Springs and the site operators. Additionally, Mr. Flores has responded to citizen complaints

NPDES Compliance Field Review Inspections, Corona -Norco Unified School District: Mr. Flores conducted NPDES compliance inspections for construction projects in the Corona -Norco Unified School District. He assessed storm- water pollution prevention measures and ensured compliance with the California Construction General Permit. 34 336

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ROBERTO MORALES, CPESC,

QSD/P, HAZWOPER

LEAD INSPECTOR(BILINGUAL)
Mr. Morales has 21 years of professional experience,
focusing on water quality and civil engineering
design. He has extensive experience in regulatory
inspections for industrial and commercial facilities in cities throughout Riverside County. He also serves as a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), and Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) reviewer for projects in cities throughout Riverside County. He has produced calculations and reports for hydrology, hydraulics, and fire flow water modeling, and has experience in developing hydrology studies, drainage reports and SWPPPs for commercial and residential developments, high schools, and airport projects.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

Water Quality Management Plan Review, County of Riverside, Riverside County Transportation, City of Wildomar, City of Temecula, City of Hemet, Moreno Valley: Mr. Morales currently serves as a plan reviewer for Casc as part of the WQMP plan check team. Experience includes commercial and residential projects, gasoline and warehouse facilities. Review services include coordination and cooperation with WQMP applicants and preparers by providing guidance in the implementation, feasibility and design of the LID BMPs to aid agencies in moving projects forward.

California Department of Transportation —ASBS Monitoring Program, Los Angeles County: Water sampling and monitoring for Caltrans Areas of Special Biological Significance (ASBS) Special Protections Monitoring conducted from Laguna Point to Latigo Point, during the wet season. Mr. Morales has conducted pre -event and post -event sampling according to procedures identified in the Sampling and Analysis Plan. Mr. Morales has conducted storm event monitoring, has collected grab samples, completed required field documentation (chain of custody), and prepared samples for delivery to the laboratory.

NPDES Inspections, City of Palm Springs: Mr. Morales has conducted numerous stormwater inspections at commercial and industrial facilities, and restaurants. Inspections include evaluating existing activities and discharge points, identifying potential pollutant sources, analyzing surface drainage, monitoring conditions of natural conveyances, and providing education to businesses for preventive measures and pollution control.

NPDES Inspections, City of Temecula: Mr. Morales has conducted numerous stormwater inspections at commercial and industrial facilities, and restaurants in the City of Temecula. Inspections include evaluating existing activities and discharge points, identifying potential pollutant sources, analyzing surface drainage, monitoring conditions of natural conveyances, and providing education to businesses for preventive measures and pollution control. Inspections are completed using digital software which requires Mr. Morales to coordinate with the City’s database for download of data.

Residential Construction NPDES Compliance Inspections: Mr. Morales is responsible for conducting third party compliance inspections to assist a prominent homebuilder in evaluating its NPDES construction site implementation program at project sites in the cities of Moreno Valley and Temecula. Each inspection includes meeting with the site ’s Construction Manager, reviewing SWPPP documentation, reviewing the QSP ’s weekly site inspections, and walking the construction site to observe the implementation and maintenance of BMPs.

Following each inspection, a written report of findings is prepared with a detailed analysis of the site ’s compliance with the Construction General Permit and a list of corrective actions to be implemented. Mr. Morales then meets the construction site manager to discuss the compliance inspection report.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
21+ Years

EDUCATION:

BS/Civil Engineering /
California State Polytechnic
University, Pomona

PROFESSIONAL
REGISTRATIONS/AFFILIATIONS:
• Certified Professional in
Erosion and Sediment
Control (CPESC) No. 8444
• California Stormwater
Quality Association -
Qualified SWPPP Developer
and Qualified SWPPP
Practitioner (QSD/P)
Certification No. 25898
• 40 Hour HAZWOPER
• Chi Epsilon, National Civil
Engineering Honor Society,
Cal Poly Pomona Chapter
• World Water Corps. (Water
for People)
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ERIC TAYLOR, CESSWI, QSP,
ENV GRADE 1

SENIOR INSPECTOR
Eric Taylor is an Environmental Compliance
Inspector with extensive experience supporting
municipal and private clients on water quality
compliance programs. He specializes in Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) inspections, NPDES stormwater compliance inspections, and SWPPP inspections. Eric is a Certified Environmental Compliance Inspector (Grade 1), CESSWI, and QSP, with a strong background in both inspection and enforcement activities. He combines technical knowledge with effective communication skills to ensure compliance, reduce illicit discharges, and support sanitary sewer system protection. Proficient in asset management and inspection software, such as FOG BMP.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

FOG/NPDES Inspections, Pomona, CA: Mr. Taylor conducts Fat, Oils, and Grease (FOG) inspections on hundreds of Food Service Establishments (FSE) including: restaurants, butcher shops, bakeries, food manufacturers, and grocery markets throughout the City of Pomona. He conducts dye tests to verify the connection between the FES and their grease interceptor and evaluates the functionality of the interceptor. He assists the City of Pomona on “HOTSPOT” investigations to locate and investigate facilities that have poor Kitchen Best Management Practices and poor interceptor maintenance to prevent excessive FOG build up in the City ’s sanitary sewer mainline. He also conducts commercial stormwater inspections on various types of facilities including auto shops, gas stations, car dealerships, etc. He has experience responding to, documenting, and providing education for Illicit Connection and Illegal Discharges (IC/ID).

FOG/NPDES Compliance Services, Rialto, CA: Mr. Taylor conducts FOG inspections for a range of Food Service Establishments and works closely with the City of Rialto’s POTW contractor, Veolia, to support implementation of the Sanitary Sewer Management Plan (SSMP) as it relates to the FOG program. He carries out regulatory responsibilities through public education and, when necessary, enforcement actions, applying strong interpersonal skills throughout. His role also includes responding to Sanitary Sewer Spills (SSSs) and preparing documentation and notifications for the appropriate parties. In addition, he serves as a SWPPP inspector for active construction sites and City Improvement Projects (CIP) and has extensive experience as an industrial stormwater inspector across various facility types. He regularly reviews industrial and construction SWPPPs and conducts inspections to educate on and support the proper installation and deployment of BMPs. Mr. Taylor has significant field experience and routinely collaborates with superintendents and site managers to help facilitate compliance with the Construction General Permit (CGP) and Industrial General Permit (IGP).

Training/Regulatory Compliance, Montclair, CA: Mr. Taylor has assisted in the development of the current Sewer System Management Plan, including the Spill Emergency Response Plan (SERP), for the City of Montclair. He has designed and led a training on the implementation of the SERP for municipal staff to ensure the City would be in compliance with the Statewide Waste Discharge Requirements (Order 2022 -0103-DWQ). He also conducts Fats, Oils, and Grease inspections on typical food service establishments as well as facilities that operate several grease interceptors and are connected to multiple grease producing businesses.

Southern California Edison (SCE) Stormwater BMP Inspections, Multiple Locations, Statewide, CA: Mr. Taylor serves as a QSP, providing stormwater BMP inspections for Southern California Edison (SCE) infrastructure projects under the company ’s ongoing stormwater compliance contracts. His work includes stormwater document preparation and reviews, field compliance inspections and reporting, and site sampling during rain events when applicable.

Responsibilities include verifying BMP installation and maintenance, conducting tailgate SWPPP training meetings with construction personnel, updating SWPPP binders and project files, and recording rain gauge data. He maintains detailed photo records documenting BMP performance and site conditions and provides recommendations for corrective BMP actions to SCE representatives.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
9+ Years
EDUCATION:

Coursework in Chemical
Engineering / University of
California, Riverside, CA

PROFESSIONAL
REGISTRATIONS/ AFFILIATIONS:
• QSP #28589
• CESSWI #10600
• ENVIRONMENTAL

COMPLIANCE INSPECTOR
GRADE 1 #1308236878
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SAMANTHA JIMENEZ, QISP,
QSP

INSPECTOR/ ENVIRONME NTAL

ANALYST

Ms. Jimenez joined Casc Water Quality Department
in December 2021. Ms. Jimenez is actively involved
with Casc’s stormwater group, providing commercial industrial inspections, on-call illicit connection/illegal discharge response services, and construction site SWPPP inspections on SCE and homebuilding projects. She educates business owners, industrial business owners and managers, construction site operators, and private homeowners about proper stormwater pollution prevention measures.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

NPDES Inspections, City of Rialto, CA:

Ms. Jimenez is the Assistant Project Manager for the NPDES inspection program in the City of Rialto. She oversees the inspection staff and the various program activities. Additionally, she prepares Notice of Termination reports, Annual Reports, and Change of Information reports. She assists the City by directly coordinating invoicing with business owners and manages weekly budget and facility tracking spreadsheets.

Commercial / Industrial Facility Inspections, Cathedral City:

Ms. Jimenez assists with Project Management and Commercial/Industrial Inspections for the NPDES inspection program in Cathedral City. She conducts weekly inspections of facilities, conducts follow -up inspections when necessary, and provides oversight for other inspectors. She works regularly with City staff to send weekly status updates.

NPDES Support Services, City of Palm Springs/ City of Palm Desert/ City of Indio:

Ms. Jimenez is the Assistant Project Manager for these projects. She provides training and oversight of the NPDES program. Ms. Jimenez actively assists in field work for all inspection program elements of the Permit. She conducts inspections of Commercial-Industrial Facilities Sites to determine compliance with city stormwater ordinances. She has evaluated businesses, restaurants, and commercial/industrial facilities for proper stormwater pollution prevention measures. She recorded field inspection data and submitted findings to the responsible parties. She educated the responsible parties on suitable stormwater pollution prevention housekeeping. measures and followed up on re -inspection if necessary. She communicates with City staff to provide updates and attends meetings as needed both in person and via web based communication platforms .

NPDES Support Services, City of Palm Desert:

Ms. Jimenez is the Assistant Project Manager, supporting the coordination and oversight of project tasks. She organizes and conducts inspections for HOAs, drainage structures, ICIDs, construction sites, and commercial and industrial facilities, verifying compliance with State and City stormwater ordinances. She evaluates stormwater pollution prevention measures, records inspection data, educates responsible parties, and conducts follow -up inspections as needed. Ms. Jimenez also communicates regularly with City staff, providing updates and attending meetings both in person and via web-based platforms.

Traditional Construction Site Inspections, D R Horton:

Ms. Jimenez has conducts inspections of Construction sites weekly to determine compliance with state water quality requirements. She inspects each site before a qualifying storm event to ensure proper BMPs are in place.

She also inspects during and after each event to verify BMP effectiveness. She has experience verifying weather conditions using the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) website. She generates reports to record the findings of the inspections and coordinates with project managers to ensure the proper changes are being implemented.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
4+ Years

EDUCATION:

B.A. Criminology and Justice
Studies / California State
University, San Marcos, CA

PROFESSIONAL
REGISTRATIONS/AFFILIATIONS:
• QISP CA# 01499
• QSP CA# 83996
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SHANNA DELGADO, GIT,

CESSWI, QSP

INSPECTOR/ENVIRONMENTAL

ANALYST

Ms. Delgado is a member of Casc ’s Water Quality
Division. Having obtained a B.S. in Environmental
Geology, Ms. Delgado has developed the fundamental knowledge of groundwater hydrology, field methods in hydrology, engineering geology, and geomorphology. An active member of the Inland Geological Society, she also previously participated in CSUSB Geology Club and Terrestrial Investigation Club. She has been the recipient of several awards, including:

CHC Demonstrating Excellence in the Earth Science Discipline, Terrestrial Investigation Club Scholarship, and the Western Science Center Volunteer Excellency Award.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

Industrial & Commercial Facility Site Inspections, Palm Springs, CA: Ms. Delgado has conducted inspections to determine compliance with the City ’s Municipal Stormwater permit. Ms. Delgado has experience inspecting various business facilities. Looking into outdoor operations, material storage, waste management and potential sources of non -stormwater discharge, she collects and records field data to report. If non -compliance is determined, she informs the responsible party of different methods or BMPs to prevent pollutants from entering the storm drain.

Commercial & Industrial Facility Inspections Program, City of Hemet: Ms. Delgado has conducted Commercial and Industrial facility inspections for compliance with the City ’s Municipal Stormwater Permit. For businesses, restaurants and industrial facilities, Ms. Delgado assesses the site drainage and BMPs in place. She has evaluated and made record of facilities grounds maintenance, outdoor operations and material storage to ensure stormwater inlets are protected from trash and other hazardous materials. In the event of non -compliance, she returns for follow-up inspection. Ms. Delgado submits her findings and offers solutions to educate the facilities on the proper methods to control and prevent pollutants from entering the storm drain system.

NPDES Program Consulting Services, Cathedral City: In April of 2020, Casc was met with the challenge of performing Commercial, Restaurant and Industrial Facility stormwater inspections for Cathedral City during the Covid -19 epidemic. Ms. Delgado was to perform a modified version of inspections known as “windshield inspections ” to maintain compliance with the Whitewater River Region NPDES MS4 Permit. For these inspection, Ms. Delgado made brief to no contact with the business tenants as she inspected the property waste disposal areas, drainage and perimeter for evidence of potential non -stormwater discharge. As part of new protocols, she used additional PPE and practiced social distancing. When she observed illicit connection/illegal discharge (IC/ID) activity while performing routine inspections, she notified and coordinated with city staff to further investigate as needed to stop discharges and provide education to the responsible party.

On-Call Stormwater Compliance Inspection Services, City of La Quinta: Ms. Delgado performed inspections for the City of La Quinta as required by the Whitewater River Region NPDES MS4 Permit using the City's Stormwater Compliance Survey forms. She conducted inspections for Food Establishments and Hazardous Material/ Underground Tank Facilities where she would provide education as needed and determine if the business met satisfactory status or if a follow -up inspection would be required. When the City of La Quinta underwent an audit with the regional board in 2023, Ms. Delgado, with the Casc team, participated in preparation and support of the process.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
7+ YEARS

EDUCATION:

BS/Environmental Geology/
California State University San
Bernardino/California

PROFESSIONAL
REGISTRATIONS/AFFILIATIONS:
• Geologist in Training (GIT), 936
• 40-Hour HAZWOPER, #37931
• Certified Erosion Sediment
Stormwater Inspector (CESSWI)
No. 5727
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Construction Inspections, DR Horton: Ms. Delgado assisted a Qualified Stormwater Practitioner with inspection of active Risk Level 2 construction sites. She observed BMP deficiencies and reported them to the superintendent so repair could begin according to the project’s Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan.

California Department of Transportation – TMDL Monitoring Program, Los Angeles County: Ms. Delgado performed characterization sampling for the Caltrans Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) monitoring in District 7. She sampled stormwater, recorded field measurements, and transported samples to the laboratories.

Upper Santa Margarita Irrigated Land Group – Del Luz: Ms. Delgado took part in site reconnaissance for Water Quality and Bioassessment Monitoring for agricultural irrigated land in Del Luz. She was responsible for prepara- tion, organization, and calibration of field equipment and materials. Also, she recorded field measurements, and collected then secured grab samples from outfall site locations within the SMR watershed.

California Department of Transportation – ASBS Monitoring Program, Los Angeles County: Ms. Delgado assisted a sampling team for the Areas of Special Biological Significance (ASBS) Special Protections Monitoring Program for California Department of Transportation District 7. She helped prepare, organize, and calibrate field equipment tools and sampling kits used for field crews to sample stormwater runoff occurring in target locations along the Pacific Coast Highway in the City of Malibu coastline. Ms. Delgado collected stormwater samples, recorded field measurements, and transported samples to the laboratories. 39 341

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E. LOCAL BUSINESS PREFERENCE
Casc Engineering and Consulting does not qualify as a "Qualified Local Business" under Rialto Municipal Code Chap- ter 2.47 for this solicitation. Casc Engineering and Consulting's principal place of business is located at 1470 E. Coo- ley Drive, Colton, California 92324, which is outside the City of Rialto's municipal boundaries. Accordingly, Casc Engineering and Consulting does not submit Attachment F and does not claim the 5 -point local business prefer- ence bonus available under RFP No. 26-028, Section 6.E.

Casc Engineering and Consulting's long -standing, active presence serving the City of Rialto — including continuous NPDES stormwater consulting and FOG inspection services since 2021 — reflects a deep, committed partnership with the City and its community, regardless of local business preference eligibility.

Casc Engineering and Consulting maintains a current business license in the City of Rialto. This ensures the firm is fully authorized to conduct business and provide professional services within the city ’s jurisdiction, in compliance with all applicable municipal requirements.

With our office located approximately seven miles from the City of Rialto, Casc offers a strong local presence and the ability to provide timely, efficient support for project coordination, stakeholder meetings, and field -related services.
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TECHNICAL CONSULTANT SERVICES TO ASSIST WITH THE NATIONAL

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The Proposer shall furnish the following information. Additional sheets may be attached, if necessary. (1) Name: ________________________________________________________________ (2) Address: ________________________________________________________________ (3) Phone No.: ______________________________Fax No.:___________________________ (4) E-Mail: ________________________________________________________________ (5) Type of Firm: (Check all that apply)
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Type of project: ________________________________________________________________ Contract Amount: _________________________ Date Completed: _______________________ Owner: _________________________________ Phone: _______________________________ Type of project: ________________________________________________________________ Contract Amount: _________________________ Date Completed: _______________________ Owner: _________________________________ Phone: _______________________________ Type of project: ________________________________________________________________ Contract Amount: _________________________ Date Completed: _______________________ Owner: _________________________________ Phone: _______________________________ Casc Enginering and Consulting, Inc.
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Richard J. Sidor, President
Melanie Sotelo, Vice President/Director of Environmental Services Anthony Mistretta, Vice President/Director of Engineering Michelle E. Furlong, Secretary/Treasurer
City of Palm Springs Stormwater Program Management Services Ongoing
City of Palm Springs
City of Montclair NPDES/Sewer/Pretreatment
$200,000 Ongoing
City of Montclair
(760) 322-8253
(909) 421-7221City of Rialto
2026
(909) 625-9441
$199,800 (annually)
City of Rialto Stormwater Program Management, FOG, and NPDES Inspection Services $201,245 (annually)
[email protected]
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ATTACHMENT “B”
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UEST FOR PROPOSAL #26-028

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POLLUTION DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM (NPDES) PROGRAM
NON
-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT
The u
ndersigned, being first duly sworn, deposes and says that he or she is the following person authorized to submit the attached proposal from the following firm (herein the “Proposer”):

By:

Si gnature
Tit
le:

Subs
cribed and sworn to before this ____ day of ___________________, 20__.

Casc Engineering and Consulting, Inc.

Principal
4th June 26
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Attachment “C”
ATTACHMENT “C”

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL #26-028

TECHNICAL CONSULTANT SERVICES TO ASSIST WITH THE NATIONAL

POLLUTION DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM (NPDES) PROGRAM

CONFLICT DISCLOSURE FORM
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Richard J. Sidor / Casc Engineering and Consulting, Inc.

Principal
6/4/2026

N/A N/A N/A
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ATTACHMENT “D”
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL #26-028

TECHNICAL CONSULTANT SERVICES TO ASSIST WITH THE NATIONAL

POLLUTION DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM (NPDES) PROGRAM

DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION CERTIFICATION
The Consultant, under penalty of perjury, certifies that, except as noted below, he/she or any other person associated therewith in the capacity of owner, partner, director, officer, and manager:
• Is not currently under suspension, debarment, voluntary exclusion, or determination of ineligibility by any federal agency;
• Has not been suspended, debarred, voluntarily excluded or determined ineligible by any federal agency within the past 3 years;
• Does not have a proposed debarment pending; and
• Has not been indicted, convicted, or had a civil judgment rendered against it by a court of competent jurisdiction in any matter involving fraud or official misconduct within the past 3 years.

If
there are any exceptions to this certification, insert the exceptions in the following space.

Ex
ceptions will not necessarily result in denial of award but will be considered in determining Proposer responsibility. For any exception noted above, indicate below to whom it applies, initiating agency, and dates of action.

Not
es: Providing false information may result in criminal prosecution or administrative sanctions.

Consultant Name:
(Date) (Signature)
(Name & Title)
Casc Engineering and Consulting, Inc.

Richard J. Sidor, Principal
6/4/2026
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POLLUTION DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM (NPDES) PROGRAM

NON-DISCRIMINATION CERTIFICATION
In connection with its performance under this Agreement, the Consultant hereby certifies that it shall not discriminate in its employment with regard to age, handicap, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin; that it is in compliance with all federal, state, local directives, and executive orders regarding non- discrimination in employment; and that it agr ees to demonstrate positively and aggressively the principle of equal employment opportunity in employment.

We agr
ee specifically:

1. To es
tablish or observe employment policies which affirmatively promote opportunities for minority persons at all job levels.

2. To c
ommunicate this policy to all persons concerned, including all company employees, outside recruiting services, especially those serving minority communities, and to the minority communities at large.

3. To t
ake affirmative steps to hire minority employees within the company.

Consultant Name:
(Date) (Signature)
(Name & Title)
Attached herewith is a copy of the Consultant’s currently adopted equal opportunity employment program.

Casc Engineering and Consulting, Inc.
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Richard J. Sidor, Principal
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Equal Employment Opportunity
In o
rder to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Casc will be based on merit, qualiﬁcations, and abilities. Casc does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, medical status, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic/status protected by Federal, State, or Local laws.

Casc will make reasonable accommodations for qualiﬁed individuals with physical or mental disabilities, or other medical condition, in compliance with federal and state law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to beneﬁts and training.

Any employee with questions or concerns about any type of discrimination in the workplace is encouraged to bring these issues to the attention of their immediate supervisor or the Human Resources Department. Employees can raise concerns and make reports without fear of retaliation.

Anyone found to be engaging in any type of unlawful discrimination will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Retaliation against anyone who, in good faith, reports or participates in an investigation of discrimination is strictly prohibited and will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

Casc is committed to complying fully with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualiﬁed persons with disabilities. All employment practices and activities are conducted on a non -discriminatory basis. Hiring procedures have been reviewed and provide persons with disabilities meaningful employment opportunities. Pre -employment inquiries are made only regarding an applicant's ability to perform the duties of the position.

Reasonable accommodation is available to all disabled employees, where their disability affects the performance of job functions. All employment decisions are based on the merits of the situation in accordance with deﬁned criteria, not the disability of the individual. Qualiﬁed individua ls with disabilities are entitled to equal pay and other forms of compensation (or changes in compensation) as well as in job assignments, classiﬁcations, organizational structures, position descriptions, lines of progression and seniority lists.

Leaves of all types will be available to all employees on an equal basis, as required by law. Casc is also committed to not discriminating against any qualiﬁed employees or applicants because they are related to or associated with a person with a disability. Casc follows all state or local law that provides individuals with disabilities greater protection than the ADA.

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT

BETWEEN THE CITY OF RIALTO AND
CASC ENGINEERING AND CONSULTING, INC.

THIS SERVICES AGREEMENT (herein “Agreement”) is made and entered into this 1 st day of July 2026, (“Effective Date”) by and between the City of Rialto, a municipal corporation and California general law city (“City”), organized under the laws of the State of California, with its principal place of business at 150 S. Palm Avenue, Rialto, California 92376 and CASC Engineering and Consulting, Inc., a California S corporation, with its principal place of business at 1470 E Cooley Drive, Colton, CA 92324 (“Consul tant”). City and Consultant are sometimes individually referred to as “Party” or collectively as “Parties”.

RECITALS
A. City has sought, by Request for Proposal s No. 26- 028, the performance of professional services related to technical consultant services to assist with the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program (“Project”), as defined and described particularly in Article 1 of this Agreement.

C. Consultant represents that it is experienced in providing the services to public clients, is licensed in the State of California, and is familiar with the plans of City.

D. Pursuant to Chapter 2.48 of the Rialto Municipal Code, City has authority to enter into and execute this Agreement.

E. The Parties desire to formalize the selection of Consultant for the performance of those services defined and described particularly in Article 1 of this Agreement and desire that the terms of that performance be as particularly defined and described herein.

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ARTICLE 1. SERVICES OF CONSULTANT

1.1 Scope of Services.

In compliance with all terms and conditions of this Agreement, Consultant shall provide those professional services associated with the Project as specified in the “Scope of Services” attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and incorporated herein by this reference, which services may be referred to herein as the “Scope of Services,” “services” or “work” hereunder. As a material inducement for City to enter into this Agreement, Consultant represents and warrants that it has the qualifications, experience, and facilities necessary to properly perform the services required under this Agreement in a thorough, competent, and professional manner, it meets all local, state, and federal requirements in performing the services, and it is experienced in performing the work and services contemplated herein. Consultant shall at all times faithfully, competently, and to the best of its ability, experience, and talent, pe rform all services described herein. Consultant covenants that it shall follow the highest professional standards in performing the work and services required hereunder and that all materials will be of good quality, fit for the purpose intended. For purposes of this Agreement, the phrase “highest professional standards” shall mean those standards of practice recognized by one or more professional firms performing similar work under similar circumstances.

1.2 Consultant’s Proposal.

The Agreement between the Parties shall consist of the following: (1) this Agreement; (2) the Scope of Services; (3) the City’s Request for Proposals No. 26- 028; and (4) the Consultant’s original Proposal submitted to the City (“Consultant’s Proposal”), (collectively referred to as the “Contract Documents”). The Contract Documents and a ccepted Proposal shall be incorporated herein by this reference as though fully set forth herein. In the event of any inconsistency between the Scope of Services, Consultant’s Proposal and/or this Agreement, the terms of this Agreement shall govern.

1.3 Compliance with Law.

1.4 Licenses, Permits, Fees, and Assessments.

Consultant shall have the sole obligation to pay for any fees, assessments, and taxes, plus applicable penalties and interest, which may be imposed by law and arise from or are necessary for the Consultant’s performance of the services required by this Agreement, and shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless City, its officers, employees or agents of City, against any such fees, assessments, taxes penalties, or interest levied, assessed, or imposed against City hereunder.

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1.5 Familiarity with Work.

By executing this Agreement, Consultant warrants that Consultant (i) has thoroughly investigated and considered the scope of services to be performed, (ii) has carefully considered how the services should be performed, and (iii) fully understands the facil ities, difficulties, and restrictions attending performance of the services under this Agreement. If the services involve work upon any site, Consultant warrants that Consultant has or will investigate the site and is or will be fully acquainted with the conditions there existing, prior to commencement of services hereunder. If Consultant discovers any latent or unknown conditions that will materially affect the performance of the services hereunder, then Consultant shall immediately inform the City of such fact and shall not proceed except at City’s risk until written instructions are received from the Contract Officer.

1.6 Care of Work.

Consultant shall adopt reasonable methods during the life of the Agreement to furnish continuous protection to the work, and the equipment, materials, papers, documents, plans, studies, and/or other components thereof, to prevent losses or damages, and sha ll be responsible for all such damages to persons or property, until acceptance of the work by City, except such losses or damages as may be caused by City’s own negligence.

1.7 Prevailing Wages.

Consultant is aware of the requirements of California Labor Code Section 1720, et seq. and 1770, et seq., as well as California Code of Regulations, Title 8, Section 1600, et seq., (“Prevailing Wage Laws”), which require the payment of prevailing wage rates and the performance of other requirements on “Public Works” and “Maintenance” projects. It is the understanding of City and Consultant that the Prevailing Wage Laws may not apply to this Agreement because the Agreement does not involve any services subj ect to prevailing wage rates pursuant to the California Labor Code or regulations promulgated thereunder : Construction, alteration, demolition, installation, or repair work performed on public buildings, facilities, streets or sewers done under contract and paid for in whole or in part out of public funds. In this context, “construction” includes work perf ormed during the design and preconstruction phases of construction including, but not limited to, inspection and land surveying work. Consultant shall defend, indemnify, and hold City, its elected officials, officers, employees and agents free and harmless from any claim or liability arising out of any failure or alleged failure to comply with the Prevailing Wage Laws.

1.8 Further Responsibilities of Parties.

Both Parties agree to use reasonable care and diligence to perform their respective obligations under this Agreement. Both Parties agree to act in good faith to execute all instruments, prepare all documents, and take all actions as may be reasonably nece ssary to carry out the purposes of this Agreement. Unless specified in this Agreement, neither Party shall be responsible for the service of the other.

Consultant shall perform, at its own cost and expense and without reimbursement from the City, any services necessary to correct errors or omissions which are caused by the Consultant’s failure to comply with the standard of care provided for herein. Consultant shall at all times enforce strict discipline and good order among its employees , agents, volunteers, officers and directors . 354

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Any such person who is determined by the City to be uncooperative, incompetent, a threat to the safety of persons or the services, or who fails who fails or refuses to perform the services in a manner acceptable to the City, shall be promptly removed from the services to be performed by the Consultant and shall not be re-employed on the services.

1.9 Additional Services.

City shall have the right at any time during the performance of the services, without invalidating this Agreement, to order extra work beyond that specified in the Scope of Services or make changes by altering, adding to, or deducting from said work. No such extra work or change may be undertaken unless a written order is first given by the Contract Officer to the Consultant, describing in detail the extra work or change and the reason(s) therefor and incorporating therein any adjustment in (i) the Contract Sum for the actual cost of the extra work or change, and/or (ii) the time to perform this Agreement, which said adjustments shall be reflected in an amendment to the Agreement subject to the written approval of the Parties . Any amendment to this Agreement shall be reviewed and approved by the City Manager. In accordance with Rialto Municipal Code section 2.48.180, i ncreases in compensation of this Agreement may be approved by the City Manager provided: (a) the initial Contract Sum was less than One Hundr ed Thousand Dollars ($100,000) and the amended Contract Sum when consider ing any or all amendments will not exceed One Hundred Thousand Dollars ($100,000); or (b) the agreement was approved by the City Council and the increases in compensation taken either separately or cumulatively do not exceed One Hundred Thousand Dollars ($100,000). Any greater increases, taken either separately or cumulatively, must be approved by the City Council. Payment for additional services rendered by Consultant under this Agreement requires the submission of the actual costs of Consultant’s performance of the extra work with the invoice(s) for the extra work claim(s), a s provided in Section 2.4. It is expressly understood by Consultant that the provisions of this Section shall not apply to services specifically set forth in the Scope of Services. Consultant hereby acknowledges that it accepts the risk that the services to be provided pursuant to the Scope of Services may be more costly or time-consuming than Consultant anticipates and that Consultant shall not be entitled to additional compensation therefor. City may in its sole and absolute discretion have similar work done by other contractors.

No claim for an adjustment in the contract amount or time for performance shall be valid unless the procedures established in this Section are followed.

ARTICLE 2. COMPENSATION AND METHOD OF PAYMENT

2.1 Contract Sum.

Subject to any limitations set forth in this Agreement, City agrees to pay Consultant the amounts specified in the “ Schedule of Compensation” attached hereto as Exhibit “ B” and incorporated herein by this reference. U pon commencement of this Agreement the total compensation, including reimbursement for actual expenses, shall not exceed Two Hundred Ninety-Seven Thousand Three Hundred Thirty -Three Dollars and Twenty -Eight Cents ($297,333.28) (the “Contract Sum”) . The Contract Sum may also be increased for a dditional services pursuant to Section 1.9.

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2.2 Method of Compensation.

2.3 Reimbursable Expenses.

Coordination of the performance of the work with City is a critical component of the services. If Consultant is required to attend additional meetings to facilitate such coordination, Consultant shall not be entitled to any additional compensation for attending said meetings.

2.4 Invoices.

Each month Consultant shall furnish to City an original invoice for all work performed and expenses incurred during the preceding month in a form approved by City’s Director of Finance.

By submitting an invoice for payment under this Agreement, Consultant is certifying compliance with all provisions of the Agreement. The invoice shall detail charges for all necessary and actual expenses by the following categories : labor (by sub- category), travel, materials, equipment, supplies, and sub- contractor contrac ts. Sub- contractor charges shall also be detailed by such categories. Consultant shall not invoice City for any duplicate services performed by more than one person.

City may independently review each invoice submitted by the Consultant to determine whether the work performed and expenses incurred are in compliance with the provisions of this Agreement. Except as to any charges for work performed or expenses incurred by Consultant which are disputed by City, or as provided in Section 7.3, City will use its best efforts to cause Consultant to be paid within thirty (30) days of receipt of Consultant’s correct and undisputed invoice; however, Consultant acknowledges and a grees that due to City warrant run procedures, the City cannot guarantee that payment will occur within this time period. In the event any charges or expenses are disputed by City, the original invoice shall be returned by City to Consultant for correction and resubmission.

2.5 No Waiver.

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ARTICLE 3. PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE

3.1 Time of Essence.

Time is of the essence in the performance of this Agreement.

3.2 Schedule of Performance.

Consultant shall commence the services pursuant to this Agreement upon receipt of a written notice to proceed and shall perform all services within the time period(s) established in the “Schedule of Performance” attached hereto as Exhibit “ C” and incorporated herein by this reference. When requested by the Consultant, extensions to the time period(s) specified in the Schedule of Performance may be approved in writing by the Contract Officer.

3.3 Force Majeure.

The time period(s) specified in the Schedule of Performance for performance of the services rendered pursuant to this Agreement shall be extended because of any delays due to unforeseeable causes beyond the control and without the fault or negligence of the Consultant, including, but not restricted to, acts of God or of the public enemy, unusually severe weather, fires, earthquakes, floods, epidemics, pandemics, quarantine restrictions, riots, strikes, freight embargoes, wars, litigation, and/or acts of any governmental agency, including the City, if the Consultant shall, within ten (10) days of the commencement of such delay, notify the Contract Officer in writing of the causes of the delay. The Contract Officer shall ascertain the facts and the extent of delay and extend the time for performing the services for the period of the enforced delay when and if in the judgment of the Contract Officer such delay is justified. The Contract Officer shall extend the time for performance in accordance with the procedures set forth in Section 1.9.

The Contract Officer’s determination shall be final and conclusive upon the Parties to this Agreement. In no event shall Consultant be entitled to recover damages against the City for any delay in the performance of this A greement, however caused, Consultant’s sole remedy being extension of the Agreement pursuant to this Section.

3.4 Term.

The Term of this Agreement is three (3) years commencing on the Effective Date (“Term”) unless earlier terminated in accordance with Article 7 of this Agreement. Consultant shall complete the services within the Term of this Agreement and shall meet any other established schedules and deadlines. The City shall have the unilateral option, at its sole discretion, to renew this Agreement automatically for no more than two (2) additional one-year terms, and as identified in the Schedule of Performance, Exhibit “C”.

ARTICLE 4. COORDINATION OF WORK

4.1 Representatives and Personnel of Consultant.

Melanie Sotelo Associate Vice President
(Name) (Title)
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Rick Sidor President
(Name) (Title)

It is expressly understood that the experience, knowledge, capability, and reputation of the foregoing Principals were a substantial inducement for City to enter into this Agreement.

Therefore, the Principals shall be responsible during the term of this A greement for directing all activities of Consultant and devoting sufficient time to personally supervise the services hereunder.

All personnel of Consultant, and any authorized agents, shall at all times be under the exclusive direction and control of the Principals. For purposes of this Agreement, the Principals may not be replaced nor may their responsibilities be substantially reduced by Consultant without the express written approval of City. Additionally, Consultant shall utilize only competent pers onnel to perform services pursuant to this Agreement. Consultant shall make every reasonable effort to maintain the stability and continuity of Consultant’s staff and subcontractors, if any, assigned to perform the services required under this Agreement. Consultant shall notify City of any changes in Consultant’s staff and subcontractors, if any, assigned to perform the services required under this Agreement, prior to and during any such performance. If City does not agree to the substitution of key personnel by Consultant, City shall be entitled to terminate this Agreement for cause. In the event that City, in its sole discretion, at any time during the term of this Agreement, desires to reassign any staff or subcontractor of Consultant, Consultant shall, immediately upon a Reassign Notice from City of such desire of City, reassign such persons or persons.

4.2 Status of Consultant.

Consultant shall have no authority to bind City in any manner, or to incur any obligation, debt or liability of any kind on behalf of or against City, whether by contract or otherwise, unless such authority is expressly conferred under this Agreement or is otherwise expressly conferred in writing by City. Consultant shall not at any time or in any manner represent that Consultant or any of Consultant’s officers, employees, or agents are in any manner officials, officers, employees or agents of City. Neither Consultant, nor any of Consultant’s officers, employees or agents, shall obtain any rights to retirement, health care, or any other benefits which may otherwise accrue to City’s employees. Consultant expressly waives any claim Consultant may have to any such rights.

4.3 Contract Officer.

The Contract Officer shall be the City Manager or other such person designated by the City Manager. It shall be the Consultant’s responsibility to assure that the Contract Officer is kept informed of the progress of the performance of the services and the Consultant shall refer any decisions which must be made by City to the Contract Officer. Unless otherwise specified herein, any approval of City required hereunder shall mean the approval of the Contract Officer. The Contract Officer shall have authorit y, if specified in writing by the City Manager , to sign all documents on behalf of the City required hereunder to carry out the terms of this Agreement.

4.4 Independent Contractor.

Neither the City nor any of its employees shall have any control over the manner, mode, or means by which Consultant, its agents or employees, perform the services required herein, except as otherwise set forth herein. City shall have no voice in the sele ction, discharge, supervision or control of Consultant’s employees, servants, representatives, or agents, or in fixing their number, compensation, or hours of service. Consultant shall perform all services required 358

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herein as an independent contractor of City and shall remain at all times as to City a wholly independent contractor with only such obligations as are consistent with that role. Consultant shall not at any time or in any manner represent that it or any of its agents or employees are agents or employees of City. City shall not in any way or for any purpose become or be deemed to be a partner of Consultant in its business or otherwise or a joint venturer or a member of any joint enterprise with Consultant.

4.5 Prohibition Against Subcontracting or Assignment.

The experience, knowledge, capability, and reputation of Consultant, its principals and employees were a substantial inducement for the City to enter into this Agreement. Therefore, Consultant shall not contract with any other entity to perform in whole or in part the services required hereunder without the express written approval of the City. In addition, neither this Agreement nor any interest herein may be transferred, assigned, conveyed, hypothecated, or encumbered voluntarily or by operation of law, whether for the benefit of creditors or otherwise, without the prior written approval of City. Transfers restricted hereunder shall include the transfer to any person or group of persons acting in concert of more than twenty-five percent (25%) of the present ownership and/or control of Consultant, taking all transfers into account on a cumulative basis. In the event of any such unapproved transfer, including any bankruptcy proceeding, this Agreement shall be void. No approved tr ansfer shall release the Consultant or any surety of Consultant of any liability hereunder without the express consent of City.

ARTICLE 5. INSURANCE, INDEMNIFICATION AND BONDS

5.1 Insurance Coverages.

5.1.1 Comprehensive General Liability Insurance (Occurrence Form CG0001 or equivalent). A policy of comprehensive general liability insurance written on a per occurrence basis for bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage. The policy of insurance shall be in an amount not less than $1,000,000.00 per occurrence or if a general aggregate limit is used, then the general aggregate limit shall be twice the occurrence limit.

5.1.2 Workers’ Compensation Insurance . A policy of worker’s compensation insurance in such amount as will fully comply with the laws of the State of California and which shall indemnify, insure, and provide legal defense for both the Consultant and the City against any loss, claim, or damage arising from any injuries or occupational diseases occurring to any worker employed by or any persons retained by the Consultant in the course of carrying out the work or services contemplated in this Agreement. If Consultant has no employees or agents, Consultant shall not be required to maintain Workers’ Compensation Insurance. However, in the event that Consultant hires employees or agents during the Term of this Agreement, Consultant shall obtain and maintain Workers’ Compensation Insurance in accordance with this section.

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written on a per occurrence for bodily injury and property damage in an amount not less than $1,000,000. Said policy shall include coverage for owned, non-owned, leased, and hired cars.

5.1.4 Professional Liability. Professional liability insurance appropriate to the Consultant’s profession. This coverage may be written on a “claims made” basis and must include coverage for contractual liability. The professional liability insurance required by this Agreement must be endorsed to be applicable to claims based upon, arising out of, or related to services performed under this Agreement. The insurance must be maintained for at least 5 consecutive years following the completion of Consultant’s services or the termination of this Agreement.

During this additional 5-year period, Consultant shall annually and upon request of the City submit written evidence of this continuous coverage.

5.1.5 Additional Insurance. Policies of such other insurance, as may be required in the Special Requirements.

5.1.6 Subcontractors. Consultant shall include all subcontractors as insureds under its policies or shall furnish separate certificates and certified endorsements for each subcontractor. All coverages for subcontractors shall be subject to all of the requirements stated herein.

5.2 General Insurance Requirements.

All of the above policies of insurance shall be primary insurance and shall name the City, its elected and appointed officers, employees, and agents as additional insureds, and any insurance maintained by City or its officers, employees, or agents shall apply in excess of, and not contribute with, Consultant’s insurance. The insurer is deemed hereof to waive all rights of subrogation and contribution it may have against the City, its officers, employees, and agents and their respective insurers. The insurance policy must specify that where the primary insured does not satisfy the self-insured retention, any additional insured may satisfy the self -insured retention. All of said policies of insurance shall provide that said insurance may not be amended or cancell ed by the insurer or any Party hereto without providing thirty (30) days prior written notice by certified mail return receipt requested to the City. In the event any of said policies of insurance are cancelled, the Consultant shall, prior to the cancella tion date, submit new evidence of insurance in conformance with Section 5.1 to the Contract Officer. No work or services under this Agreement shall commence until the Consultant has provided the City with Certificates of Insurance or appropriate insurance binders evidencing the above insurance coverages and said Certificates of Insurance or binders are approved by the City. City reserves the right to inspect complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies at any time. Any failure to comply with the reporting or other provisions of the policies including breaches or warranties shall not affect coverage provided to City.

City, its respective elected and appointed officers, directors, officials, employees, agents and volunteers are to be covered as additional insureds as respects: liability arising out of activities Consultant performs; products and completed operations of Consultant; premises owned, occupied or used by Consultant; or automobiles owned, leased, hired or borrowed by Consultant. The coverage shall contain no special limitations on the scope of protection afforded to City, and their respective elected and appo inted officers, officials, employees or volunteers. Consultant’s insurance shall apply separately to each insured against whom claim is made or suit is brought, except with respect to the limits of the insurer’s liability. 360

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Any deductibles or self-insured retentions must be declared to and approved by City. At the option of City, either the insurer shall reduce or eliminate such deductibles or self -insured retentions as respects City or its respective elected or appointed officers, officials, employees and volunteers or the Consultant shall procure a bond guaranteeing payment of losses and related investigations, claim administration, defense expenses and claims. The Consultant agrees that the requirement to provide insurance shall not be construed as limiting in any way the extent to which the Consultant may be held responsible for the payment of damages to any persons or property resulting from the Consultant’s activities or the activities of any person or persons for which the Consultant is otherwise responsible nor shall it limit the Consultant’s indemnification liabilities as provided in Section 5.3.

5.3 Indemnification.

To the full extent permitted by law, Consultant agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the City, its officers, employees , volunteers, and agents (“Indemnified Parties”) against any and all actions, either judicial, administrative, arbitration or regulatory claims, damages to persons or property, losses, costs, penalties, obligations, errors, omissions or liabilities whether actual or threatened (herein “claims or liabilities”) that may be asserted or claimed by any person, firm or entity arising out of or in connection with the negligent performance of the work, operations, or activities provided herein of Consultant, its officers, employees, agents, subcontractors, or invitees, or any individual or entity for which Consultant is legally liable (“indemnitors”), arising from Consultant’s reckless or willful misconduct, or arising from Consultant’s or indemnitors’ negligent performance of or failure to perform any term, provision, covenant, or condition of this Agreement, and in connection therewith:

5.3.1 Consultant will defend any action or actions filed in connection with any of said claims or liabilities and will pay all costs and expenses, including legal costs and attorneys’ fees incurred in connection therewith;

5.3.2 Consultant will promptly pay any judgment rendered against the City, its officers, agents, or employees for any such claims or liabilities arising out of or in connection with the negligent performance of or failure to perform such work, operations or activities of Consultant hereunder; and Consultant agrees to save and hold the City, its officers, agents, volunteers and employees harmless therefrom;

5.3.3 In the event the City, its officers, agents , volunteers or employees is made a party to any action or proceeding filed or prosecuted against Consultant for such damages or other claims arising out of or in connection with the negligent performance of or failure to perform the work, operation or activities of Consultant hereunder, Consultant agrees to pay to the City, its officers, agents, volunteers or employees, any and all costs and expenses incurred by the City, its officers, agents, volunteers or employees in such action or proceeding, including but not limited to, legal costs and attorneys’ fees.
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Consultant shall incorporate similar, indemnity agreements with its subcontractors and if it fails to do so Consultant shall be fully responsible to indemnify City hereunder therefore, and failure of City to monitor compliance with these provisions shall n ot be a waiver hereof. This indemnification includes claims or liabilities arising from any negligent or wrongful act, error or omission, or reckless or willful misconduct of Consultant in the performance of professional services hereunder. The provisions of this Section do not apply to claims or liabilities occurring as a result of City’s sole negligence or willful acts or omissions, but, to the fullest extent permitted by law, shall apply to claims and liabilities resulting in part from City’s negligenc e, except that design professionals’ indemnity hereunder shall be limited to claims and liabilities arising out of the negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct of the design professional. The indemnity obligation shall be binding on successors and assigns of Consultant and shall survive termination of this Agreement.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, to the extent that the Consultant’s services are subject to California Civil Code Section 2782.8, the above indemnity, including the cost to defend, shall be limited to the extent required by Civil Code Section 2782.8.

5.4 Sufficiency of Insurer or Surety.

ARTICLE 6. RECORDS, REPORTS, AND RELEASE OF INFORMATION

6.1 Records.

Consultant shall keep, and require subcontractors to keep, such ledgers books of accounts, invoices, vouchers, canceled checks, reports, studies or other documents relating to the disbursements charged to City and services performed hereunder (the “books a nd records”), as shall be necessary to perform the services required by this Agreement and enable the Contract Officer to evaluate the performance of such services. Any and all such documents shall be maintained in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and shall be complete and detailed. The Contract Officer shall have full and free access to such books and records at all times during normal business hours of City, including the right to inspect, copy, audit and make records and transcr ipts from such records. Such records shall be maintained for a period of 3 years following completion of the services hereunder, and the City shall have access to such records in the event any audit is required. In the event of dissolution of Consultant’s business, custody of the books and records may be given to City, and access shall be provided by Consultant’s successor in interest.

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6.2 Reports.

Consultant shall periodically prepare and submit to the Contract Officer such reports concerning the performance of the services required by this Agreement as the Contract Officer shall require. Consultant hereby acknowledges that the City is greatly concerned about the cost of work and services to be performed pursuant to this Agreement. For this reason, Consultant agrees that if Consultant becomes aware of any facts, circumstances, techniques, or events that may or will materially increase or decrease t he cost of the work or services contemplated herein or, if Consultant is providing design services, the cost of the project being designed, Consultant shall promptly notify the Contract Officer of said fact, circumstance, technique or event and the estimated increased or decreased cost related thereto and, if Consultant is providing design services, the estimated increased or decreased cost estimate for the project being designed.

6.3 Ownership of Documents and Materials; Exceptions; Warranty.

All drawings, specifications, maps, designs, photographs, studies, surveys, data, notes, computer files, reports, records, documents and other materials (the “documents and materials”) prepared by Consultant, its employees, subcontractors and agents in the performance of this Agreement shall be the property of City and shall be delivered to City upon request of the Contract Officer or upon the termination of this Agreement, and Consultant shall have no claim for further employment or additional compensation as a result of the exercise by City of its full rights of ownership use, reuse, or assignment of the documents and materials hereunder. Any use, reuse or assignment of such completed documents and materials for other projects and/or use of uncompleted documents and materials without specific written authorization by the Consultant will be at the City’s sole risk and without liability to Consultant, and Consultant’s guarantee and warranties shall not extend to such use, reuse or assignment. Consultant may retain copies of such documents and materials for its own use. Consultant shall have the right to use the concepts embodied therein. All subcontractors shall provide for assignment to City any documents or materials prepared by them, and in the event Consultant fails to secure such assignment, Consultant shall indemnify City for all damages resulting therefrom.

Consultant warrants that all documents and m aterials it drafts and completes pursuant to this Agreement constitutes original work. Specifically, Consultant understands and agrees that use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools including, without limitation, ChatGPT, Microsoft’s Bing Chat, Google’s Bard, and Meta’s LLaMA (Large Language Model Meta AI), in the performance of this Agreement does not constitute an original work, i.e., submitting documents and m aterials generated by such AI tools to City and repr esenting it as Consultant’s original work constitutes a material breach of this Agreement, constitutes a false claim, and may also violate applicable intellectual property right laws including, without limitation, United States Copyright Law.

Accordingly, and notwithstanding any other provision of this Agreement as to ownership, City specifically rejects ownership of such documents and m aterials. Consultant is required to indemnify and defend City to the fullest extent allowed by applicable law should it vi olate this Section.

6.4 Confidentiality and Release of Information.

6.4.1 All information gained or work product produced by Consultant in performance of this Agreement shall be considered confidential, unless such information is in the public domain or already known to Consultant. Consultant shall not release or disclose any s uch information or work product to persons or entities other than City without prior written 363

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authorization from the Contract Officer. Consultant shall not use City’s name or insignia, photographs, or any publicity pertaining to the services in any magazine, trade paper, newspaper, television or radio production or other similar medium without the prior written consent of City.

6.4.2 Consultant, its officers, employees, agents or subcontractors, shall not, without prior written authorization from the Contract Officer or unless requested by the City Attorney, voluntarily provide documents, declarations, letters of support, testimony at depositions, response to interrogatories or other information concerning the work performed under this Agreement. Response to a subpoena or court order shall not be considered “voluntary” provided Consultant gives City notice of such court order or subpoena.

6.4.3 If Consultant, or any officer, employee, agent or subcontractor of Consultant, provides any information or work product in violation of this Agreement, then City shall have the right to reimbursement and indemnity from Consultant for any damages, costs and fees, including attorney’s fees, caused by or incurred as a result of Consultant’s conduct.

6.4.4 Consultant shall promptly notify City should Consultant, its officers, employees, agents, or subcontractors be served with any summons, complaint, subpoena, notice of deposition, request for documents, interrogatories, request for admissions or other discovery request, court order or subpoena from any party regarding this Agreement and the work performed there under. City retains the right, but has no obligation, to represent Consultant or be present at any deposition, hearing or similar proceeding. Consultant agrees to cooperate fully with City and to provide City with the opportunity to review any response to discovery requests provided by Consultant. However, this right to review any such response does not imply or mean the right by City to control, direct, or rewrite said response.

ARTICLE 7. ENFORCEMENT OF AGREEMENT AND TERMINATION

7.1 California Law.

This Agreement shall be interpreted, construed, and governed both as to validity and to performance of the Parties in accordance with the laws of the State of California. Legal actions concerning any dispute, claim, or matter arising out of or in relation to this Agreement shall be instituted in the Superior Court of the County of San Bernardino, State of California, or any other appropriate court in such county, and Consultant covenants and agrees to submit to the personal jurisdiction of such court in the event of such action. In the event of litigation in a U.S. District Court, venue shall lie exclusively in the Central District of California, Eastern Division.

7.2 Disputes; Default.

This timeframe is presumptively thirty (30) days, but may be extended if circumstances warrant, however, the timeframe may be shortened if the default results in a safety issue or imminent threat to City employees or the public . During the period of time that Consultant is in default, the City shall hold all invoices and shall proceed with payment on the invoices only when the default is cured. In the alternative, the City may, in its sole discretion, elect to pay some or all of the outstanding invoices during the period of default. If Consultant does not cure the default, the City 364

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may take necessary steps to terminate this Agreement under this Article. Any failure on the part of the City to give notice of the Consultant’s default shall not be deemed to result in a waiver of the City’s legal rights or any rights arising out of any provision of this Agreement.

7.3 Retention of Funds.

Consultant hereby authorizes City to deduct from any amount payable to Consultant (whether or not arising out of this Agreement) (i) any amounts the payment of which may be in dispute hereunder or which are necessary to compensate City for any losses, cost s, liabilities, or damages suffered by City, and (ii) all amounts for which City may be liable to third parties, by reason of Consultant’s acts or omissions in performing or failing to perform Consultant’s obligation under this Agreement. In the event that any claim is made by a third party, the amount or validity of which is disputed by Consultant, or any indebtedness shall exist which shall appear to be the basis for a claim of lien, City may withhold from any payment due, without liability for interest because of such withholding, an amount sufficient to cover such claim. The failure of City to exercise such right to deduct or to withhold shall not, however, affect the obligations of the Consultant to insure, indemnify, and protect City as elsewhere provided herein.

7.4 Waiver.

Acceptance by City of any work or services by Consultant shall not constitute a waiver of any of the provisions of this Agreement. No delay or omission in the exercise of any right or remedy by a non-defaulting Party on any default shall impair such right or remedy or be construed as a waiver.

Any waiver by either Party of any default must be in writing and shall not be a waiver of any other default concerning the same or any other provision of this Agreement.

7.5 Rights and Remedies are Cumulative.

7.6 Legal Action.

7.7 Termination Prior to Expiration of Term.

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where termination is due to the fault of the Consultant, the period of notice may be such shorter time as may be determined by the Contr act Officer. Upon receipt of any notice of termination, Consultant shall immediately cease all services hereunder except such as may be specifically approved by the Contract Officer. Consultant shall be entitled to compensation for all services rendered prior to the effective date of the notice of termination and for any services authorized by the Contract Officer thereafter in accordance with the Schedule of Compensation or such as may be approved by the Contract Officer, except as provided in Section 7.3. In the event of termination without cause pursuant to this Section, the City need not provide the Consultant with the opportunity to cure pursuant to Section 7.2.

7.8 Termination for Default of Consultant.

ARTICLE 8. CITY OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES: NON-DISCRIMINATION

8.1 Non-liability of City Officers and Employees.

No officer , employee, volunteer or agent of the City shall be personally liable to the Consultant, or any successor in interest, in the event of any default or breach by the City or for any amount which may become due to the Consultant or to its successor, or for breach of any obligation of the terms of this Agreement.

8.2 Conflict of Interest.

No officer or employee of the City shall have any financial interest, direct or indirect, in this Agreement, nor shall any such officer or employee participate in any decision relating to the Agreement, which effects their financial interest or the financial interest of any corporation, partnership or association in which they are, directly or indirectly, interested, in violation of any State statute or regulation. The Consultant warrants that it has not paid or given, and will not pay or give, any third party any money or other consideration for obtaining this Agreement.

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employee to the prohibition of California Government Sections 87100 et. seq., Fair Political Practices Commission Regulation Section 18702, or Government Code Section 1090. To this end, by approving this Agreement, Consultant attests under penalty of perjury, personally and on behalf of Consultant, as well its officers, representatives, that it/they have no relationship, as described above, or financial interests, as such term is defined in California Government Section 87100 et. seq., Fair Political Practices Commission Regulation Section 18702, or Government Code Section 1090, with any City of Rialto elected or appointed official or employee, except as specifically disclosed to the City in writing.

8.3 Covenant Against Discrimination.

8.4 Unauthorized Aliens.

ARTICLE 9. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

9.1 Facilities and Equipment.

Except as otherwise provided, Consultant shall, at its own cost and expense, provide all facilities and equipment necessary to perform the services required by this Agreement. City shall make available to Consultant only physical facilities such as desks, filing cabinets, and conference space (“City Facilities”), as may be reasonably necessary for Consultant’s use while consulting with City employees and reviewing records and the information in possession of City. The location, quality, and time of furnishing of City Facilities shall be in the sole discretion of City. In no event shall City be required to furnish any facilities that may involve incurring any direct expense, including but not limited to computer, long distance telephone, network data, internet, or other communication charges, vehicles, and reproduction equipment.

9.2 Payment of Taxes.

Consultant is solely responsible for the payment of employment taxes incurred under this Agreement and any federal and state taxes.

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9.3 Notices.

All notices or other communications required or permitted hereunder shall be in writing, and shall be personally delivered, sent by pre -paid First Class U.S. Mail, registered or certified mail, postage prepaid, return receipt requested, or delivered or sent by email , and shall be deemed received upon the earlier of (i) the date of delivery to the address of the person to receive such notice if delivered personally or by messenger or overnight courier; (ii) three (3) business days after the date of posting by the United States Post Office if by mail; or (iii) when sent if given by email. Any notice, request, demand, direction, or other communication sent by email must be confirmed within forty-eight (48) hours by letter mailed or delivered. Other forms of electronic transmission such as text messages and instant messages are not acceptable manners of notice required hereunder. Notices or other communications shall be addressed as follows:

If to City: City of Rialto
150 S. Palm Ave.

Rialto, CA 92376
Attn: City Manager
Tel: (909) 820-2525

With copy to: Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP
1770 Iowa Avenue, Suite 240
Riverside, CA 92507
Attn: Eric S. Vail, City Attorney
Tel: (951) 788-0100

If to Consultant: CASC Engineering and Consulting, Inc. 1470 E. Cooley Drive
Colton, CA 92324
Attn: Melanie Sotelo, Associate Vice President
Tel: (909) 835-0313/Email: [email protected]
Either Party may change its address by notifying the other Party of the change of address in writing.

9.4 Interpretation.

9.5 Counterparts.

This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed to be an original, and such counterparts shall constitute one and the same instrument.

9.6 Integration; Amendment.

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any and all previous negotiations, arrangements, agreements and understandings, if any, between the Parties, and none shall be used to interpret this Agreement. No amendment to or modification of this Agreement shall be valid unless made in writing and approved by the Consultant and by the City. The Parties agree that this requirement for written modifications cannot be waived and that any attempted waiver shall be void.

9.7 Severability.

In the event that any one or more of the phrases, sentences, clauses, paragraphs, or sections contained in this Agreement shall be declared invalid or unenforceable by a valid judgment or decree of a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unenforceability shall not affect any of the remaining phrases, sentences, clauses, paragraphs, or sections of this Agreement which are hereby declared as severable and shall be interpreted to carry out the intent of the Parties hereunder unless the invalid pr ovision is so material that its invalidity deprives either Party of the basic benefit of their bargain or renders this Agreement meaningless.

9.8 Corporate Authority.

The persons executing this Agreement on behalf of the Parties hereto warrant that (i) such Party is duly organized and existing, (ii) they are duly authorized to execute and deliver this Agreement on behalf of said Party, (iii) by so executing this Agreeme nt, such Party is formally bound to the provisions of this Agreement, and (iv) that entering into this Agreement does not violate any provision of any other Agreement to which said Party is bound. This Agreement shall be binding upon the heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns of the Parties.

9.9 Conflicting Terms.

Except as otherwise stated herein, if the terms of this Agreement conflict with the terms of any Exhibit hereto, or with the terms of any document incorporated by reference into this Agreement, the terms of this Agreement shall control.

9.10 Data Protection.

9.10.1 Consultant shall protect, using the most secure means and technology that is commercially available, City -provided data or consumer -provided data acquired in the course and scope of this Agreement, including but not limited to customer lists and customer credit card or consumer data, (collectively, the “City Data”). Consultant shall notify City in writing as soon as reasonably feasible, and in any event within twenty-four (24) hours, of Consultant’s discovery or reasonable belief of any unauthorized access of City Data (a “Data Breach”), or of any incident affecting, or potentially affecting City Data related to cyber security (a “Security Incident”), including, but not limited to, denial of service attack, and system outage, instability or degradation due to computer malware or virus. Consultant shall begin remediation immediately. Consultant shall provide daily updates, or more frequently if required by City, regarding findings and actions performed by Consultant until the Data Breach or Security Incident has been effectively resolved to City’s satisfaction. Consultant shall conduct an investigation of the Data Breach or Security Incident and shall share the report of the investigation with City. At City’s sole discretion, City and its authorized agents shall have the right to lead or participate in the investigation. Consultant shall cooperate fully with City, its agents and law enforcement. 369

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9.10.2 If City is subject to liability for any Data Breach or Security Incident, then Consultant shall fully indemnify and hold harmless City and defend against any resulting actions. [SIGNATURES ON FOLLOWING PAGE]

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed and entered into this Agreement on the date first written above.

CITY: CONSULTANT:

CITY OF RIALTO, a municipal
Corporation

CASC ENGINEERING AND
CONSULTING, INC., a California S
Corporation

By: By:

Tanya Williams, City Manager Signature

ATTEST: Melanie Sotelo
Name

By:

Barbara A. McGee, City Clerk Associate Vice President Title

APPROVED AS TO FORM:

By:

Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP Signature

By: Rick Sidor
Eric S. Vail, City Attorney Name

President
Title

**Two signatures are required if a
corporation**

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EXHIBIT “A“

SCOPE OF SERVICES
Consultant shall provide technical consultant services to assist with the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program.

A. DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT PROCESS NPDES/WQMP SUPPORT

The selected Consulting Firm would be expected to ensure that NPDES Low Impact Development (LID) principles are included and incorporated within the development process at an early point to ensure that future development meets the City’s NPDES and Low Impact Development requirements. Said scope of work shall include the Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) processes set forth in the San Bernardino County MS4 Permit. The work may include the review and revision (redline) of submitted WQMPs to the City by pri vate developers, the review of WQMP documents for public projects, and other technical support necessary to ensure a fully integrated NPDES program within the City’s development processes. The City is considering the following specific activities and services:

3. Provide technical consultation to the City relating to Water Quality Management Plans including but not limited to technical consultation with the individual developer on the WQMP from initial submission to final acceptance for both public and private work. This shall include ensuring compliance with application submittal requirements, conformance with the City of Rialto Landscape Standards, Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance, applicable specific plan requir ements, adopted Design Guidelines and General Plan principals, streetscape plans, and appropriateness of proposed design to surrounding developments including, but not limited to:

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in a WQMP submittal as it relates to functionality, maintainability and effectiveness;

c. Be available as a technical advisor, as needed, to participate in meetings with Planning and/or Engineering staff to review and comment on conceptual or long-range planning studies (which may include specific plans, master plans, transportation plans, WQMP s, landscape and tree ordinances) as requested by City staff;

d. Consultant must understand San Bernardino County WQMP requirements and procedures as applicable to the City of Rialto;

e. Inspect WQMP BMP installation at various stages of construction to ensure compliance with standards and approved WQMP and construction drawings;

g. Inspect post construction BMPs for structural integrity, sediment accumulation, vegetation or filtration media condition, drainage performance, inlet/ outlet condition, erosion, and clogging;

h. Keep computerized schedules and records and prepare reports and corrections and punch lists, as required.

5. Other necessary tasks, as assigned, to support the scope.

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B. NPDES PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION AND REPRESENTATION

The selected Consultant shall act as the City’s designated representative as it relates to working with the Principal Permittee (San Bernardino County), other co- permitees, regulators such as the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board, other agencies and organizations, including but not limited to Santa Ana Watershed Project Authority, the business community, environmental organizations and the general public. Consultant shall be responsible for the administration and reporting requirements set fort h in the NPDES permit and as needed by the city for the efficient and effective operation of the NPDES program. The following are necessary and typical for the City to comply with the NPDES program requirements and to ensure adequate involvement by the City in the NPDES Permit program:

1. Consultant shall attend and adequately represent the city at the following meetings:

a. Middle Santa Ana River TMDL Task Force.

b. Basin Monitoring Program Task Force.

c. Emerging Constituents Task Force.

d. Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board.

e. Santa Ana Watershed Project Authority meetings relating to grants, water conservation or other interdisciplinary activities related to the NPDES.

f. Attend City Capital Improvement Status meeting, Design Review Committee, Economic Development Committee, Utility
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and, develop and present technical memos and policy papers as necessary to provide information to the City staff, the Principal -Permitee, Co - Permittees and elected officials.

3. Meet regularly with the Public Works Department liaison to provide appropriate updates and status reports on various projects, to seek input and to respond to requests as appropriate.

4. Shall assist the City in identifying and submitting applications for grants related to the NPDES program, or other associated programs such as water conservation, facilities, and others.

5. Assistance in preparation of fee studies, cost recovery models or other activities in support of the program.

8. Review and update the City’s Stormwater Ordinance on an annual basis and prepare revisions as necessary to improve enforcement of the NPDES program within the City.

10. Coordination with other water conservation organizations and agencies including, but not limited to, Rialto Water Service/Veolia, and SAWPA.

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program or other associated programs, including water, wastewater and landscaping.

C. INSPECTION PROGRAM

The selected Consultant shall have the capability of providing a variety of inspection services as it relates to Construction, Commercial, Industrial, Restaurants and Municipal Facilities. The inspection programs shall include compliance with the current version of the General Construction Permit, the General Industrial Permit, the MS4 Stormwater Permit and other programs as applicable. The Consultant shall prepare appropriate written inspections, including documentation and photos as needed to ensure compl iance by the inspectee as it relates to the various programs. The Consultant shall also perform other types of inspections, including Fats, Oils and Greases, investigations of alleged and reported Illicit Connections – Illicit Discharge and other inspections. Consultant shall issue Notices of Correction and Notices of Violations to the inspectee, shall maintain a record of follow-up inspections, and shall document evidence as necessary in support of prosecution if necessary. Consultant inspection staff shall have the ability to issue Administrative Citations, and Consultant’s Inspection staff shall have PC832 Certification within 60 days of start of contract. Consultant staff shall have Qualified Stormwater Practitioner training and at least one of the supervising inspectors shall be certified as a QSP upon start of the contract. Consultant shall input and update the MS4 Database on a routine basis as part of the inspection program. Consultant staff shall include Spanish speaking inspectors to ensure that inspection program requirements are appropriately communicated to non- English speaking inspectees. Consultant shall provide inspections for the following program areas:

1. Commercial – Consultant shall inspect each applicable commercial business on a frequency appropriate to the type of business, the activities performed by the business which may result in exposure to stormwater, the SIC/NAICS Codes, and any other information appropriate to the NPDES program. Consultant shall secure on a monthly basis the names and addresses of all new commercial businesses issued licenses by the City and conduct an initial inspection of the business using the Risk Based Scoring System. In addition, the Consultant shall perform a Pre-Treatment Survey to be submitted to the Rialto Water Services/Veolia wastewater operators.

Upon completion of the initial inspection, Consultant shall establish the business priority within the MS4 Database and shall subsequently maintain all inspections within the MS4 Database as appropriate. Inspections shall comply with the requirements of the current version of the County of San Bernardino MS4 Permit. Consultant shall use forms developed by the City for documenting each i nspection. Consultant shall perform follow -up inspections as necessary to ensure corrections of Notices of Correction or Notices of Violations.

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2. Industrial - Consultant shall inspect each applicable industrial business on a frequency appropriate to the type of business, the activities performed by the business which may result in exposure to stormwater, the SIC/NAICS Codes, whether the business is listed in t he General Industrial Permit, and other information as appropriate. Consultant shall secure on a monthly basis the names and addresses of all new industrial businesses issued licenses by the City, conduct an initial inspection of the business using the Risk Based Scoring System. In addition, the Consultant shall perform a Pre -Treatment Survey to be submitted to the Rialto Water Services/Veolia wastewater operators. Upon completion of the initial inspection, Consultant shall establish the business priority within the MS4 Database and shall subsequently maintain all inspections within the MS4 Database as appropriate. Consultant shall consult with Regional Water Quality Control Board staff as appropriate to ensure that the industrial businesses are complying and covered by the General Industrial Permit as appropriate.

Consultant shall use forms developed by the City for documenting each inspection. Consultant shall perform follow-up inspections as necessary to ensure corrections of Notices of Correction or Notices of Violations.

3. Restaurants - Consultant shall inspect each applicable restaurant on a frequency appropriate to the type of business, the activities performed by the business which may result in exposure to stormwater, the SIC/NAICS Codes, the presence of grease interceptors and any other information appropriate to the NPDES program. Consultant shall secure on a monthly basis the names and addresses of all new restaurants issued licenses by the City, conduct an initial inspection of the restaurant using the Risk Based Scoring System. In addition, the Consultant shall perform a Pre -Treatment Survey to be submitted to the Rialto Water Services/Veolia wastewater operators. Upon completion of the initial inspection, Consultant shall establish the business priority within the MS 4 Database and shall subsequently maintain all inspections within the MS4 Database as appropriate. Inspections shall comply with the requirements of the current version of the County of San Bernardino MS4 Permit. Consultant shall be required to conduct a physical inspection of each grease interceptor, including determining the remaining capacity and need for services on a frequency consistent with the City’s Fats, Oils and Grease Program – please note that the frequency of FOG inspections may be greater tha n the frequency set forth in the NPDES Inspection Program. Consultant shall use forms developed by the City for documenting each aspect of the inspection.

Consultant shall perform follow -up inspections as necessary to ensure corrections of Notices of Correction or Notices of Violations.

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all Post Construction BMPs shall be inspected once every three years and at a greater frequency if issues are identified. Consultant shall work with property owners, property managers and tenants to ensure that BMPs are operating as set forth in the WQMP document, and that said BMPs are being properly maintained to ensure maximum effectiveness for pollutant removal. Consultant shall use forms developed by the City for documenting each aspect of the inspection. Consultant shall perform follow -up inspections as necessary to ensure corrections of Notice of Corrections or Notice of Violations occur. Consultant shall input inspection information into the MS4 database on a routine basis.

Consultant shall attend the City’s weekly Design Review Committee and Capital Improvement Status meetings as well as obtain on a weekly basis a list of current public and private construction projects which have been issued grading permits. The Consultant shall review the State SMARTS system to verify that a project has obtained coverage as appropriate under the General Construction Permit and shall conduct an initial inspection to determine on -site compliance as necessary. Based on the type of construction, the Consultant shall establish an inspection schedule consistent with the priorities set forth in the MS4 Permit and shall maintain set schedule as required during the wet and dry seasons. Consultant inspection staff shall have their QSP Certification to conduct inspections.

For public projects, the Consultant shall be responsible, in coordination with city staff, for inputting City projects into the SMARTS system, s hall be responsible for ensuring that the public construction site maintains adequate on-site BMPs, shall perform all necessary inspections, record keeping and filing of annual reports, including but not limited to obtaining Notice of Intent filings, filin g of all required documents into the SMARTS system, filing of Annual Reports if required by the duration of the construction project, and filing of Notice of Termination under the direction of the City Engineer. Consultant shall use forms developed by the City for documenting each aspect of the inspection. Consultant shall perform follow-up inspections as necessary to ensure corrections of Notices of Correction or Notices of Violations. Consultant shall input inspection information into the MS4 database on a routine basis.

6. Odor Response Assessment – Consultant shall perform odor response assessment as needed utilizing a gas analyzer where applicable and related to NPDES/FOG activities and facilities.

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D. TRAINING

Consultant shall be capable of providing annual in- house training programs on various aspects of the NPDES program. Training may include one -on-one mentoring, classroom, tailgate or Zoom sessions. In addition, Consultant shall maintain training records and input training records into the MS4 Database on a routine basis. Training topics may include but are not limited to:

2. Integration of the General Construction Permit and the General Industrial Permit, and other statewide requirements into City operations;

3. Compliance with NPDES requirements in Municipal facilities;

4. Other specific training as determined by the City.

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EXHIBIT “B”

SCHEDULE OF COMPENSATION
Upon commencement of this Agreement the total compensation, including reimbursement for actual expenses, shall not exceed Two Hundred Ninety- Seven Thousand Three Hundred Thirty- Three Dollars and Twenty -Eight Cents ($297,333.28) . Specifically, the Consultant shall be compensated as specified in the cost proposal on the following page.

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SCHEDULE OF PERFORMANCE
The Term of this Agreement is three (3) years commencing on the Effective Date unless earlier terminated in accordance with Article 7 of this Agreement. The City shall have the unilateral option, at its sole discretion, to renew this Agreement automatically for no more than two (2) additional one-year terms.
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File #: 26-0406, Version: 1, Agenda #: TAB6
For City Council Meeting June 23, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
APPROVAL: Tanya Williams, City Manager
FROM: Yazdan Emrani, P.E., Director of Public Works
Request City Council to: (1) Authorize a Task Order in the Amount of $729,782.74 for the Cactus Trail Solar Light Project, City Project No 26088 With St Francis Electric pursuant to the City's "On-Call" Agreement; and (2) Authorize the City Manager or Their Designee to Execute all Related Documents. (ACTION)

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council:
1) Request City Council to: Authorize a Task Order in the Amount of $729,782.74 for the Cactus Trail Solar Light Project, City Project No 26088 with St Francis Electric pursuant to the City's "on-call" agreement for Traffic Signal Maintenance and Repair Services; and 2) Authorize the City Manager or their designee to execute all related documents.

BACKGROUND
In May 2023, the City of Rialto completed the Cactus Trail Improvements that provided a 1.5-mile Class I trail along the west side of Cactus Avenue between Rialto Avenue and Baseline Road. The project included repaving an existing dirt path to a paved trail with a two-way bike path and a paved pedestrian path. The Cactus Trail is accessible by all residents and visitors regardless of mode of travel, including by car, bus, rail, bike, wheelchair, and by walking from adjacent residences, schools, parks, and businesses. The project connects active transportation systems from the north section of the City to the Pacific Electric Trail and the downtown area. The project extends within the San Bernardino County Flood Control District (SBCFCD) right-of-way and is subject to its requirements for continued maintenance access to the Rialto Channel. The funding for the Cactus Trail project, completed in 2023, included ATP grant funds, Open Space Development Impact Funds, and County Supervisor Joe Baca Jr.'s discretionary ARPA funds.

On February 24, 2026, the City Council approved a $859,100 Memorandum of Understanding between San Bernardino County and the City of Rialto for the Cactus Trail Solar Light Project.

On June 2, 2026, City staff issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) to both contractors currently under contract with the City for duties similar to this project’sscope. The RFP included the complete project scope and location. Both contractors submitted proposals, which were subsequently reviewed by staff. The proposal from St Francis was determined to be the lowest responsible bid.

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On December 18, 2024, the City issued RFQ No. 25-018 for Traffic Signal Maintenance and Repair Services. St. Francis Electric, LLC was selected based on its qualifications, strong past performance, and responsiveness. The firm has provided similar services for the City of Rialto for the past nine years and continues to work under a current agreement for related work. St. Francis Electric brings significant experience with the installation and ongoing maintenance of solar lighting and traffic signals, and their technicians are highly familiar with the City’sequipment and needs. The new agreement has an annual budget of $700,000 for a three-year term starting July 1, 2025, with options for two one-year extensions through June 30, 2030. A copy of the St. Francis Contract Service Agreement is included as Attachment 1.

ANALYSIS/DISCUSSION
To enhance safety on the Cactus Trail and extend its use between Rialto Avenue and Baseline Road, San Bernardino County (County) and the City of Rialto (City) plan to install pedestrian-oriented solar lighting along the 1.5-mile trail. The estimated cost of the project is $729,782.74, and will be constructed by the City, acting as the Lead Agency. The City will pay all project costs and provide the County with quarterly progress reports and invoices for full reimbursement, not to exceed $859,100.

The County’s obligation cannot exceed $859,100 without written amendment(s). If bids exceed estimates by more than 25%, parties must agree on alternative action, or the agreement terminates.

Any party requesting work beyond the original scope would be responsible for paying that portion.

The fully executed financial Memorandum of Understanding, included as Attachment 2, delineates the roles and responsibilities of the County and the City for the installation. The solar lighting construction will be along the Cactus Trail alignment, as shown on Attachment 3.

The Cactus Trail solar lighting project will deploy 99 solar-powered light posts, spaced 80 feet apart along the 1.5-mile corridor. Each post utilizes a high-efficiency LED fixture delivering 1,550 lumens with a Type II optical distribution, ensuring focused illumination for both bicycle and pedestrian paths while minimizing light spill into adjacent areas. The fixtures, finished in durable architectural black with tamper-resistant security fasteners, are designed for resilience against weather, vandalism, and theft, and operate on an automatic dusk-to-dawn schedule with a wildlife-friendly 2700K color temperature.

The project will be completed in four phases: Phase 1, Procurement & Pre-Construction Engineering; Phase 2, Civil Works & Foundation Construction; Phase 3, Assembly, Installation & Wiring; and Phase 4, Testing, Commissioning & Closeout. Key steps include kickoff meetings with all agencies, field surveys for precise siting, utility clearance via DigAlert, and permit acquisition. Materials will be procured from vetted vendors and staged offsite for quality assurance. Construction proceeds in segmented work zones to maintain trail access, with systematic foundation installation, assembly, and commissioning. Upon completion, the trail will be restored, and full maintenance documentation will be provided to the City.

To ensure seamless installation and uninterrupted trail access, the schedule incorporates an eight- week material procurement lead time, during which all designs are finalized, permits secured, and utility clearances completed. Physical work on the trail only begins once all materials are staged locally. Active construction then follows an accelerated 40-day window: 25 days for civil works drilling, reinforcing, and pouring concrete foundations, followed by 15 days for mechanical assembly, pole erection, and system integration. The entire project is structured to be completed within 17 weeks, from contract award to final system testing and handover, ensuring minimal disruption and on -time delivery. A copy of St. Francis’ proposal for this project is included asAttachment 4.

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ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
The proposal is not a “Project”as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

Pursuant to Section 15378(a), a “Project”means the whole of an action, which has a potential for resulting in either a direct physical change in the environment, or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment. According to Section 15378(b), a Project does not include: (5) Organizational or administrative activities of governments that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment.

GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY
The City of Rialto General Plan establishes various guiding principles, goals, and objectives through which the City looks to improve the community and protect the quality of life for our residents. This action is consistent with Guiding Principle 3 in the General Plan:

Our City government will lead by example, and will operate in an open, transparent, and responsive manner that meets the needs of the citizens and is a good place to do business.

Approval of this action also complies with the following Goals and Policies:

Goal 3-11: Provide community facilities that adequately support established programs, can accommodate future needs, and are accessible to all members of the community.

Goal 3-11.1: Allocate resources for the maintenance and operations of City facilities; explore alternative funding options for maintenance and operational costs of new facilities.

Goal 4-8: Establish and maintain a comprehensive system of pedestrian trails and bicycle routes that provide viable connections throughout the City.

Goal 4-9: Promote Walking.

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pedestrian signals, in all pedestrian activity areas.

LEGAL REVIEW
The City Attorney’s Office has reviewed the staff report.

FINANCIAL IMPACT
Operating Budget Impact
Approval of this action does not impact the Operating Budget.

Capital Improvement Budget Impact
On February 24, 2026, the City Council adopted resolution No. 8475 to appropriate $859,100 for the Cactus Trail Solar Lighting Project.

Funds for the proposed task order in the amount of $729,782.74 with St Francis Electric are budgeted in Account No. 22234429-53001.

Licensing
Prior to execution of the Professional Service Agreement/Purchase Order/Construction Contract/Amendment, the vendor shall submit a business license application and pay a Business License tax as well as Administration and State fees.

ATTACHMENTS

1. St. Francis Electric Contract Service Agreement

2. Fully Executed Financial Memorandum of Understanding with San Bernardino Count.

3. Cactus Trail Site Map

4. St. Francis Electric Proposal
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