and cons of each alternative and the rationale for the advancement of the recommended concepts.
ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLANNING BIOGRAPHY
Tim has served as project principal for active transportation planning projects throughout Southern California. In this role, Tim has provided direction of the planning, design and evaluation of active transportation corridors, active transportation plans, data collection programs, and forecasting. Through these efforts, Tim has promoted the need for a balanced approach for all user groups and to ensure safe, convenient and cost-effective mobility options that support the adjacent land uses and urban form.
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
GLENDALE-BURBANK STREETCAR STUDY, GLENDALE, CA. Transportation technical lead for the traffic analysis portion of a streetcar feasibility study for Glendale by performing an assessment of existing conditions in the corridor, analyzing the effect of the streetcar on traffic conditions, and preparing a parking evaluation. Assisting in the definition of alternatives in terms of alignments, configurations, station locations, and terminus. Screened alternatives in terms of their impacts to traffic flow, parking, ped/bike activity, and goods movement. Exploring advanced transit priority treatment options to reduce delays to streetcar options and improve project viability.
OCTA SB743 SUPPORT, ORANGE COUNTY, CA. Assisted the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) in identifying the recommended approach to implement Senate Bill 743 (SB743) throughout the County. Assessed options for calculating vehicle-miles traveled (VMT) and developed map-based screening tools to illustrate VMT per capita and per employee for each city and TAZ. Working with OCTA staff to modify the existing Congestion Management Program and traffic analysis guidelines to incorporate VMT into the analysis process.
GENERAL PLAN UPDATE AND EIR, LAKE FOREST, CA. Managing the evaluation of the build-out of the City’s land use program, which is including the determination of potential effects to the circulation network throughout the city.
Specialized assessments are being conducted to identify the anticipated effect of emerging transportation technologies (such as transportation-networking companies and connected/automated vehicles) will have on the roadway networks, including the potential to reduce citywide vehicle-miles travelled.
GENERAL PLAN UPDATE AND EIR, LA VERNE, CA. Leading the assessment of the evaluation of an update to the General Plan for the City of La Verne. Developing travel demand estimates, using the SCAG travel demand model, for multiple land use alternatives. Proposing adjustments to the circulation network and parking regulations to accommodate the future Metro Gold Line Station within the City, plus to include a new Active Transportation Plan.
Helping the City address the proposed SB743 changes to intersection analysis under CEQA, including guidance on VMT metrics and calculation methodologies.
CITY OF LA MESA GENERAL PLAN UPDATE AND EIR, LA MESA, CA. Led the transportation evaluation of the proposed update to the General Plan for the City of La Mesa. Developed existing conditions for all modes of travel and estimated future roadway volumes using the SANDAG model. Identified transportation network impacts and proposed mitigation measures to address intersection and roadway conditions.
CALIFORNIA HIGH-SPEED RAIL ENVIRONMENT AND ENGINEERING SERVICE FOR PALMDALE TO BURBANK SECTION, LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CA. Project manager for the technical transportation analysis of the segment of the planning California High-Speed Rail system from Palmdale to Burbank. Assessing the effect of construction and operation of the train on over 200 analysis locations, including the identification of effects to traffic, circulation, parking, and other modes. In addition, developing the circulation and access plans for the Palmdale and Burbank station areas.
I-5 AVENIDA PICO TO SAN DIEGO COUNTY LINE PROJECT STUDY REPORT (PSR), ORANGE COUNTY, CA.
Transportation technical lead for the evaluation of additional freeway capacity along the I-5 freeway in the southern portion of Orange County. Determined existing intersection, ramp, and freeway conditions during peak hours and developed future forecasts for several cumulative scenarios using output from OCTAM. Worked with OCTA and Caltrans staff to determine an approach to address weekend conditions and prepared a TEPA for approval by Caltrans.
LONG BEACH PCH/2ND PLANNING SUPPORT, LONG BEACH, CA. Provided peer review services for the transportation evaluation of a 220,000 square foot retail/restaurant/entertainment development in Long Beach, CA. Created alternative access plans to minimize impacts and queues on local streets, including implementation of new signals TIMOTHY ERNEY | Senior Principal Planner
and truck maneuvers. Led discussions and prepared materials for Caltrans to address potential effects to Caltrans’s facilities. Created alternative access plans to minimize impacts and queues on local streets.
Jim Finegan, PhD, PG, CHg
Hydrology & Water Quality
Kleinfelder
General Experience
Dr. Finegan is a California Certified Hydrogeologist with 30 years of experience in geologic and hydrogeologic investigations, water-supply evaluations, and dewatering assessments. Sites include Superfund sites, solar projects, landfills (municipal and hazardous waste), chemical plants, natural gas transfer and com pressor stations, petroleum product tank farms, gas stations, and many others. He has extensive field experience and is an expert in most field techniques for groundwater investigation and sampling. He has a PhD in contaminant hydrogeology, specializing i n groundwater flow and contaminant transport in fractured- rock aquifers. He provides litigation support as an expert in hydrogeology and is an experienced modeler, including basin and water-supply evaluation, transport modeling, multiple modeling codes, and 3D conceptual site modeling and visualization. Dr. Finegan leads Kleinfelder’s groundwater modeling practice. Dr. Finegan has been invited to speak about numerical modeling and has used multiple software packages, including Groundwater Vistas', Visual MODFLOW', GMS', BIOSCREEN, BIOCHLOR, HELP, and MULTIMED. He also has extensive experience in assessing the impact of solid waste landfills on local groundwater and the vadose zone.
Project Experience
California High Speed Rail, Palmdale to Burbank, Los Angeles County, CA. Dr. Finegan is lead hydrogeologist for groundwater investigations and numerical modeling in the western San Gabriel Mountains. Coreholes to 2,700 feet depth have been advanced to investigate geologic (rock and structural) conditions and to assess groundwater occurrence and flow within the deep bedrock aquifer system. Groundwater samples collected from these depths were analyzed for geochemical parameters, radioactive elements, and tritium and carbon-14 for age dating. Additional field activities included packer testing and placement of vibrating wire piezometers for long-term monitoring. A regional-scale (greater than 220 square miles) numerical model of the mountainous and adjacent areas is being constructed to evaluate the effects on surface water and groundwater of proposed tunneling and associated activities. (Length of time on project: 2015 to 2020)
LADWP, On-Call Site Investigation and Remediation Services, DNAPL Project, Los Angeles, CA . As part of this on -call contract, Dr. Finegan is lead hydrogeologist for groundwater investigations in sedimentary bedrock beneath a site used since the 1920s as a maintenance facility and that has been impacted by PCE and TCE. The site contains buildings used for vehicle and equipment maintenance, paved parking areas, and various USTs containing diesel, gasoline, and waste oil and associated fuel dispensers. Dr. Finegan designed and implemented a groundwater investigation to evaluate vertical transport of contaminants and guided an assessment to delineate potential DNAPL using membrane interface probe (MIP) technology. It was found that a nearby, former dry cleaning facility has been identified as the likely source of PCE and TCE, which were potentially disposed in a sewer lateral and then migrated to a break in the sewer adjacent to the site. Two areas of PCE -impacted soil have concentrations up to 2,634 µg/kg. Shallow groundwater (15 to 20 feet deep) contains PCE at concentrations up to 95,000 µg/L (TCE up to 5,190 µg/L).
The PCE concentrations approaching 50 percent of solubility suggest the presence of DNAPL. (Length of time on project: 2015 to 2019)
LADWP, Backwash Water Reclamation Ponds and Water-Supply Wells , Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Finegan provided quality control and technical review of ground water models developed to simulate alternative dewatering methods to control infiltration of groundwater into sludge processing ponds within LADWP’s Van Norman Complex (VNC). He is also hydrogeology task lead to develop recommendations and provide oversight of well development and pumping tests to estimate well yield for two 1400- foot artesian groundwater exploration/supply wells at VNC to evaluate the aquifer for potential potable groundwater supply. Both wells, each with seven screen intervals, have been redeveloped and short-term pumping tests performed. Line-shaft turbine pumps will be procured for LADWP, following which Dr. Finegan oversaw one year of long -term pumping from both wells to complete t he aquifer assessment. This information is anticipated to provide the basis for a regional 3D numerical model to fully evaluate water- supply potential in the area. (Length of time on project: 2015 to 2019)
Education
PhD, Hydrogeology, University of
Melbourne
BA, Geology/ Geology, Occidental
College
Licenses and Technical Training
Certified Hydrogeologist, CA
No. 707
Professional Geologist, CA
No. 6821
Years of Experience
30 years
LA METRO, Various Sites, Current Environmental Contract (EN083), Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Finegan has reviewed and consulted on several Metro projects since 2015 including groundwater monitoring reports, Westside Purple Line Extension pumping tests, low- impact development (LID) stormwater infiltration modeling, and baildown testing. His work on the following projects consist mostly of brief periods of oversight (Length of time on project: 2015 to Present):
• Division 7 at 8800 Santa Monica Boulevard, in West Hollywood, California • Westside Purple Line Extension Project, Section 3 – Tail Track Exit Shaft • Metro Former Butterfield property, Location 61, 590 South Santa Fe, Los Angeles, CA • Division 20 Building 64 and 61S LID Design
Stringfellow Superfund Site, Riverside County, CA. Dr. Finegan was the lead hydrogeologist responsible for performing numerical modeling and reporting of remedial alternatives for an FS using a 3-dimensional groundwater flow and contaminant transport model, overseen by the California Department of Toxic Substances Control. The primary chemicals of concern are TCE and perchlorate, which are simulated in the transport model. TCE currently extends approximately 2.5 miles from the source area and perchlorat e extends about 5 miles. The model has been updated based on an original model (developed by Dr. Finegan) and simulates flow and transport in alluvium and fractured weathered and unweathered bedrock; it is being used to simulate remedial alternatives. He provided groundwater velocity analysis from bromide tracer breakthrough data for an in-situ bioremediation pilot study optimized long-term monitoring of over 600 monitoring wells using statistical and qualitative methods, and develops annual monitoring and remedy effectiveness evaluations of the entire site, including almost 600 wells, for an in-place groundwater pump-and-treat remedy in the three water-bearing zones. He is also collaborating on perchlorate and stable isotope sampling and data analysis. (Length of time on project:
2001 to 2019)
ExxonMobil, Former Athens Tank Farm, Los Angeles County, CA. As Lead Hydrogeologist, Dr. Finegan is overseeing and performing detailed data evaluation and report writing with team members for this large-scale environmental assessment project that includes approximately 50 monitoring wells and 200 direct push locations including profiles for CPT, membrane interface probe (MIP), laser-induced fluorescence (LIF), and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) imaging. Dr. Finegan also performs quality control review for all documents produced. Work conducted at this former tank farm includes soil-vapor, soil, biological, and groundwater sampling and analysis. Aquifer testing at multiple locations and a detailed natural attenuation evaluation have been performed. In addition, NAPL has been identified deeper than 100 feet bgs, and a remedial action plan has been developed for both groundwater impacts and NAPL.
Groundwater biosparging and NAPL recovery are being implemented at the site. Dr. Finegan has developed novel methods to integrate and evaluate the various data types to develop a comprehensive site conceptual model, including lithology assessment of the complex subsurface based on CPT penetration stress values and multi-method graphics that allow cross-comparison of data. Site data has also been compiled and used to construct a computer -based 3D conceptual model. These methods facilitate a comprehensive understanding of the conceptual model by integrating a substantial data volume of many types. Horizontal vapor extraction is also being implemented to reduce interference with surface use of the property. (Length of time on project: 2010 to 2020) Paul Guptil, PG, CEG
Geology & Geotechnical Studies
Kleinfelder
General Experience
During the past 47 years, Mr. Guptill has conducted and managed numerous projects involving geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, and instrumentation for major infrastructure programs. For transportation projects he led teams of engineers and geologists to evaluate light rail and heavy rail alignments, to characterize underground conditions for tunnels, and to evaluate and develop mitigation for faulting potential.
Projects have included California High Speed Rail (Palmdale to Burbank Segment), Los Angeles Metro Hollywood Tunnels, East Side Extension of the Metro rail system, and San Diego’s Mid-Coast Trolley line. He was the project manager for the feasibility evaluation of the Irvine-Corona Expressway with roadway and rail tunnels for the Riverside County Transpor tation Commission. Mr. Guptill has also managed investigations for the Metro tunnels beneath the Hollywood Hills, where he was the principal engineering geologist leading the geotechnical investigations for design of the tunnels from Hollywood Blvd to Universal North Hollywood station.
Project Experience
California High Speed Rail Authority, Palmdale to Burbank Project Section, Los Angeles, CA. Mr. Guptill is the Geotechnical Manager of the California High Speed Rail Palmdale to Burbank Project Section. Mr. Guptill is leading the team of engineers and geologists to support the design effort for tunnels, portals/adits, bridges, viaducts, grade separations, and stations along the alignment passing through valleys, hilly terrain and the San Gabriel Mountains. The geotechnical program for tunnel feasibility included 9,000 feet of rock coring, in- situ testing, geophysical logging, in- situ stress tests, hydraulic conductivity testing, laboratory testing, instrumentation (installation and monitoring), and reporting. (Length of time on project: 2015 to Present) LADWP Geotechnical Instrumentation, Bouquet Canyon Dam, Valencia, CA. Mr. Guptill was Project Manager for Kleinfelder’s field construction at the Bouquet Canyon main dam for installing an upgraded i nstrumentation system associated with a DSOD- mandated seismic evaluation and instrumentation upgrade project. As part of its services, Kleinfelder designed and constructed gravel access roads (ramps) on the face of the dam to allow safe access for exploration equipment. The work included installing multiple vibrating wire piezometers (VWPTs) staged at different elevations in sonic-drilled holes to monitor the hydrostatic gradient of water in the embankment and evaluate if there were confining layers and potential uplift pressures in the embankment. Existing open pipe piezometers were also fitted with VWPTs and data recorders to form a network of piezometers for long-term monitoring. Strong motion instruments and surveillance cameras were also installed as part of the instrumentation upgrade. All the new instrumentation was linked together by a data telemetry system for accessing data at the dam keeper’s house and at LADWP headquarters. Mr. Guptill managed all of the construction contractors with the end result of completing the project under budget and on time. (Length of time on project: 2017 to Present)
San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) Mid-Coast Trolley, San Diego, CA. Senior Technical Advisor. Mr. Guptill provided senior review of geologic investigations, data interpretation, and technical peer review of fault hazard study of the Mid-Coast Corridor Transit Project parallel to the existing LOSSAN rail line in San Diego California. The field investigations were planned for locating and age-dating Holocene-age faulting that could affect designs of bridge structures with respect to faulting hazards. The investigations included evaluation of stereo- paired, historical aerial photographs, field reconnaissance, exploratory borings, geophysical surveys and trench excavations across suspected fault traces. (Length of time on project: 2011 to 2014) Riverside County Transportation Commission, Irvine Corona Expressway Tunnels (ICE), Feasibility Evaluation, CA. Project Manager to study for a federally funded planned vehicular toll road that would consist of two 52.5-ft diameter tunnels between Riverside and Orange Counties. Project objectives included geotechnical investigations of tunnel alignment, conceptual design of several tunnel cross sections, ventilation modeling and design concepts, project phasing, construction costs and operations and maintenance costs.
Oversaw 8,000 feet of core-hole exploration, rock mass characterization (RMR and Q), and in situ testing and instrumentation (vibrating wire piezometers and monitoring wells) along the alignment to depths of 1,500 feet below ground. Performed seasonal monitoring of the water resources and development of a groundwater model of the mountains. (Length of time on project: 2007 to 2011)
Education
BA, Geology, University of
California at Santa Barbara
Licenses and Technical Training
Professional Geologist, CA
No. 3490
Certified Engineering Geologist, CA
No. 1081
Years of Experience
47 years
Vanessa Welsh
Hydrology & Water Quality
Kleinfelder
General Experience
Ms. Welsh has 15 years of experience in environmental consulting as a project manager and biological resources technical specialist. She specializes in environmental compliance for natural resources, infrastructure, and urban infill projects, with an emphasis on the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Clean Water Act (CWA), and multiple-species habitat conservation plans.
Ms. Welsh has often been involved in preparing the environmental analyses for difficult and controversial projects and has a superior record of legal defensibility in the documents she has managed and prepared. She has been serving public agencies and private clients in California for many years and is familiar with the specialized needs and evolving nature of environmental compliance work. Ms. Welsh has successfully navigated and achieved logistically difficult envi ronmental compliance for projects including water storage and river restoration programs with state-wide implications, basin-scale infrastructure, land management, and trail system projects within sensitive and highly valuable watersheds throughout the Great Basin and California. Ms. Welsh prides herself on high quality technical work, and a highly responsive and proactive problem -solving approach to project management.
Project Experience
Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Purple Line Extension Sections 1, 2, & 3, Los Angeles & Beverly Hills, CA. Ms. Welsh serves as the task manager for on-call environmental compliance services for METRO’s Purple Line Extension, a 9-mile subway rail expansion project. Ms. Welsh supports the management of site investigations (soil and water), environmental surveys, air, water, soil, and waste sampling, data analysis, reporting / quality assurance review of contractor environmental reports and adherence with project specifications, providing environmental awareness training, and construction compliance monitoring for noise, air quality, and Construction General Permit stormwater deficiencies. Ms. Welsh manages subconsultant relations and ensures that DBE utilization goals are met. (Length of time on project: 2019 to Present) Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC) and Riverside County Regiona l Parks and Open -Space District, Environmental Compliance for Santa Ana River Trail Project, Riverside, CA. Project Manager. Ms. Welsh was the Project Manager for the preparation of environmental technical studies and environmental permitting documents for the Santa Ana River Trail Project, a multi-jurisdictional hiking, bicycle, and equestrian trail project located along the Santa Ana River in the environmentally- sensitive riparian area of the Prado Basin in Riverside County for Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC) and Riverside County Regional Parks and Open-Space District. This 12-mile portion of the 100-mile trail project extends from Hidden Valley County Park (east of the I-15 river crossing) through the Prado Basin and extends to the Orange County line. Ms. Welsh was responsible for the preparation of biological and cultural resources technical surveys in support of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Ms. Welsh prepared the CEQA (Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) (Environmental Assessment), and Western Riverside County Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP) documentation for the project. Ms. Welsh worked hand in hand with the US Fish and Wildlife Service, California Department of Fish and Wildl ife, Orange County Water District and the US Army Corps on the behalf of the project team to develop mitigation for the project including wetlands and stream corridor restoration, non-native plant removal, and spur-trail monitoring in Prado Basin. (Length of time on project:
2015 to 2019)
US Bureau of Reclamation, Shasta Lake Water Resources Investigation Joint NEPA/CEQA Doc ument, Shasta Lake, CA.
Project Manager. Ms. Welsh developed the riparian, floodplain, and side channel habitat restoration for anadromous fish in the upper Sacramento River as part of the plan formulation process for the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation’s (USBR) Shasta dam-raise project. Her work included collaborating with local landowner, municipalities, and habitat specialists to develop geographic information system (GIS) layers, modeling, and feasibility assessments for restoration sites. This project has water-storage implications for the California water supply system and fisheries. In addition, Ms. Welsh co- authored the cumulative effects analysis and several resource area chapters of the CEQA/NEPA Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)/EIR, including the fisheries and cultural resources chapters, and developed the comprehensive mitigation strategy for biological resources in collaboration with land and resource management agencies. (Length of time on project: 2012 to 2014)
Education
MA, Environmental Law and Policy.
Vermont Law School, South
Royalton, VT
BA, Environmental Studies and
Watershed Science. Utah State
University, Logan, UT
Years of Experience
15 years
US Bureau of Reclamation, Upper San Joaquin River Basin Storage Investigation DEIS/EIR (Joint NEPA/CEQA Document), CA. Project Manager. Ms. Welsh assisted in preparing the fisheries, cultural resources, and Indian Trust Assets sections of the preliminary CEQA/NEPA analysis for the US Bureau of Reclamation. The Upper San Joaquin River Basin Storage investigation is a feasibility study of new surface water storage that is being performed by the US Bureau of Reclamation. The project proposes to replace an existing dam with a larger dam to provide cold water supply for anadromous fish in the San Joaquin River system and additional water storage for Central and Southern California. The purpose of the investigation is to determine the type and extent of interest in the project, which is one of five surface water storage studies recommended in the CALFED Bay -Delta Program Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement/Report Record of Decision. (Length of time on project: 2012 to 2014) City of Fairfield, Waterman Water Treatment Plant Wetland Restoration, Fairfield, CA. Project Manager. Ms. Welsh participated semi-annually in the wetland vegetation surveys required as mitigation for the project, as well as the required change- over-time documentation, semi-annual report, and recommendations for restoration improvements. This wetlands restoration project, developed as mitigation for the construction of a portion of the Waterman Water Treatment Plant, has restored over 50 acres of native grassland, stream corridor, and wetlands in the City of Fairfield, California. (Length of time on project: 2012 to 2015) City of Anaheim, Pelanconi Park Drainage Restoration Project, Anaheim, CA. Project Manager. Ms. Welsh prepared the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) 404 Permit, the Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) 401 Certification, the California Department Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) Streambed Alteration Agreement Application and the California Environmental Quality Act Categorical Exemption for the City of Anaheim to conduct drainage restoration activities in a regularly-flowing drainage channel through Pelanconi Park, a community nature park. Project activities included the replacement of the wooden elements of six existing concrete/wood (energy-dissipating) weirs throughout the drainage with new gabion structures. The primary purpose and need for the project was to improve water flow within the drainage and enhance the aesthetic quality and ecological integrity of the park. (Length of time on project: 2016 to 2017)
Trumark on Lewis Townhomes Project IS/MND, City of Anaheim, CA. Ms. Welsh managed the preparation of technical studies (Traffic Study, Noise Study, Air Quality/Greenhouse Gas [AQ/GHG] Impact Analysis) and the CEQA Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND) for the Trumark on Lewis Townhomes Project, which proposed to develop a townhome community with 153 single-family attached residences on a 7.66-acre site located at 1654-1700 S. Lewis Street in Anaheim. The proposed project would demolish three existing, on-site industrial buildings and construct and operate the proposed townhome community. The project required an Amendment to the Platinum Triangle Master Land Use Plan to add a new mixed- use district and a Zoning Code Amendment to modify the Platinum Triangle Mixed Use Overlay Zone to provide development standards for the new district. Following the approval of the CEQA document, the City of Anaheim called upon Ms. Welsh to facilitate the investigation and remediation of contaminated soils on site in collaboration with the Department of Toxic Substances Control prior to project construction. 1040 La Brea Avenue Project, CEQA Categorical Exemption and Technical Studies, City of West Hollywood, CA. Project Manager. CEQA Class 32 Categorical Exemption (CE) and associated technical memoranda/studies for this urban infill project. The proposed project would demolish an approximately 8,464-square-foot building and surface parking lot and construct a new, 9-story, mixed-use development featuring a 91-room hotel, residential apartments, and ancillary food, beverage, and hotel support uses. The LEED-certified building would feature up to 69,134 square feet of floor area, including a 5,240-square-foot full service restaurant with indoor seating and approximately 415 square feet of outdoor dining area, an amenity level with indoor and outdoor lounge areas, meeting rooms, pool deck, a rooftop hotel lounge with bar, and eight residential dwelling units for lease on floors 7, 8, and 9. The project would also include 110 parking spaces within four parking levels. It was determined through consultation with City staff that the project met all of the City’s development standards and qualified for a CEQA Class 32 CE. Thus, this was the first time the City processed a CE for a project of this scale and size. The IS/MND was approved by the City in September of 2018. (Length of time on project: 2017 to 2018)
Wendy Arima, PG, ENV-SP
Hazardous Materials Surveys (including Environmental Site Assessments)
Kleinfelder
General Experience
Ms. Arima brings more than 22 years of experience managing multi -disciplinary environmental assessment teams for on -call contracts for major municipal and regional clients including the City of Los Angeles Department of Public Works Bureau of Engineering ( BOE), Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP), LA METRO, and Los Angeles County Department of Public Works. Ms. Arima possesses first-hand knowledge of the complexities involved with on- call project management and is intimately familiar with executing multiple and concurrent task orders, including Kleinfelder’s current on- call contract for site investigation and remediation services with LADWP, which has a capacity of $9 million. Her strength lies in her ability to manage multi-faceted projects and develop planning strategies, including evaluation of long-term environmental liabilities and identification of cost savings from project optimization.
Project Experience
LADWP, Environmental Site Investigation and Remediation On-Call Contract, Los Angeles, CA. Program and Project Manager. Since 2008, Ms. Arima has led both program and project management roles for LADWP’s Environmental Site Investigation and Remediation contracts. Her experience includes managing environmental assessment projects for LADWP. To date, these have included real estate transactions, property redevelopment, capital improvement projects, facility maintenance, environmental liabilities program development and tracking, solid waste and recycling program support, human health risk assessments, and UST/AST hazardous materials investigations. Project sites have included more than 65 LADWP properties including the aqueduct and surrounding parcels, transmission ROWs, power generating, receiving, and converter station facilities, former manufactured-gas plant areas, reservoirs and containment facilities, gravel pits, and maintenance and equipment storage yards. Project scopes of work have included multiple Phase I and II ESAs, RIs, RCRA facility investigations, HHRAs, groundwater monitoring (including SCMU and plume travel time updates), remediation system O&M, free-product recovery, and agency requested work plans, methane studies, as well as agency support. Investigated media includes soil, soil- gas, and groundwater for multiple compounds of potential concern including TPH, VOCs, PCBs, PAHs, SVOCs, pH, and metals.
Under Ms. Arima’s management, multiple large-scale investigation and/or remediation projects were conducted concurrently under this contract while minimi zing impacts to the client’s support facilities (e.g., laboratory, survey groups, etc.) and personnel. This resulted in overall program performance that maintained schedules and stayed within budgets. (Length of time on project: 2008 to Present)
LADPW BOE/Silverado Construction: Parker Center Redevelopment, Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessment, Los Angeles, CA. City of Los Angeles is in the process of redeveloping the downtown Los Angeles City Center area, including demolition of the Parker Center building, which formerly housed Los Angeles Police Department operations. As part of due diligence activities during demolition activities, the City requested a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) of the Parker Center building and associated building footprint. Kleinfelder performed the Phase I ESA consistent with the guidelines of the ASTM International Designation E 1527-13, Standard Practice for Environmental Site Assessments: Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Process, the All Appropriate Inquiry section of the Small Business Liability Relief and Revitalization Act. Due to the limited time frame available for site access, Kleinfelder also performed a Phase II ESA concurrently with Phase I ESA activities. In order to expedite the Phase II ESA scoping, Kleinfelder utilized preliminary site data to help guide the investigation, which included addition of other COPCs to the sampling program, and feature- specific sampling locations (historical underground storage tanks, transformers, sumps, and groundwater wells). Kleinfelder is currently working with the client on the final Phase II ESA report. Because of the need for coordination on an active demolition site and tight reporting deadlines for obtaining site information, under Ms. Arima’s management, our team’s ability to be responsive and flexible about shortened turnaround times for scheduling and site access has been key to successfully implementing the field program. (Length of time on project: 09/2019 − 10/2019) Education
BS, Geological Sciences. University
of California, Santa Barbara, 1994
In Progress: Sustainability
Certificate and Recycling and
Solid Waste Management
Certificate, UCLA Extension
Licenses and Technical Training
Professional Geologist, CA
No. 8076
ENV SP, Envision Sustainability
Professional
Qualified Stormwater Developer:
CA, No. G08076
OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER
and 8-Hour Refreshers
8-Hour HAZWOPER Supervisor
Training
ISO 14001 Auditor
Years of Experience
22 years
LA METRO, ENO83, XRF Pilot Study, METRO Environmental Engineering Services, Los Angeles, CA. Task Order Manager.
XRF technology has the potential for use as a field screening tool for arsenic in soil and to support real-time data collection. Ms. Arima led the team in the development and implementation of a pilot study for METRO’s Rail-to-Rail site to evaluate XRF use as a screening tool for arsenic during site activities. Based on pilot study results, Ms. Arima’s team identified XRF as a potentially viable, cost-effective tool that METRO can implement for field screening of soil for arsenic. Applicability of this technology may include, but not be limited to, field screening of soil during excavation or other soil disturbance activities, evaluating potential for soil reuse, and supporting segregation of soil for stockpiling prior to disposal. The project was on schedule and on budget. (Length of time on project: 06/2018 − 09/2018
Wilmington/Gramercy Right-of-Way, LADWP, Los Angeles, CA. Ms. Arima serves as Project Manager for environmental remedial investigation activities at an approximately 1.5-mile long LADWP-owned ROW for power transmission towers and lines. Chemical releases at the W/G ROW are associated with a historical industrial sump and past disposal of sump material within the W/G ROW.
Ms. Arima has supported LADWP since 2008 on several concurrent stages of environmental investigation activities for impact from historical site use of the site as an industrial disposal sump, including long-term strategic planning, negotiations with Caltrans and DTSC, coordination and acquisition of access agreements with on-site tenants and off-site businesses, development of environmental documents, implementation of field investigation programs, review of DTSC documents, HHSE preparation, ongoing groundwater monitoring, public participation and community outr each support, site closure activities, and preparation of responses to DTSC comments. Under Ms. Arima’s management, a long-term “path forward” and associated exit strategies and schedule was developed that allowed LADWP to show reduction of potential environmental liability through targeted site closure while meeting regulatory deadlines for remedial activities on other site operating units. (Length of time on project: 2008 to Present) BMW Manufacturing Company, LLC, BMWNA Facilities, Environmental Compliance Support, Multiple Sites. Project Manager.
Ongoing CUPA support for seven BMWNA facilities in California, including CUPA hazardous materials permitting support, annual updates of facility hazardous materials-related data, agency coordination and site inspections, hazardous waste management and documentation, preparation of facility compliance documents, and electronic reporting to the California Environmental Reporting System. Ms. Arima was responsible for conducting site inspections, calculations of hazardous materials inventories, and preparation of hazardous materials business plan documents in order to effectively meet regulatory agency submittal deadlines and continues to conduct periodic environmental audits for selected facilities. (Length of time on project: 2015 to Present) Main Street Center Maintenance Facility, LADWP, Los Angeles, CA. Project Manager. Environmental activities performed under the regulatory oversight of DTSC and the USEPA at an active 25.1-acre maintenance facility undergoing RCRA closure of a hazardous waste storage unit concurrently with site-wide RCRA Facility Investigation (RFI) and USEPA investigations for Toxic Substances Control Act-regulated chemicals. Project activities include development of the long-term path forward for concurrent phases of site activities for DTSC and USEPA, preparing a RCRA Closure Plan Update, Additional RFI, Additional Groundwater Assessment, and PCB Work Plans. Challenges encountered have included significant coordination of site activities to minimize interruptions to site operations, extensive health and safety training requirements for personnel from site operations, complex subsurface conditions, as well as potential off- site contamination from historical on- site and off -site operations in groundwater. Under Ms. Arima’s management, upfront proposal and project planning allowed for flexibility during implementation and execution of project activities, which translated into support from the client’s facility management and ability to meet the project schedule and budget. (Length of time on project: 2008 to Present)
Former Alameda Corridor Transportation Authority Long Beach Leads Extension Area, Port of Los Angeles, CA. Project Manager. Ms. Arima provided project management and senior technical review support for remediation of petroleum hydrocarbons and VOCs (aromatic and chlorinated solvents) in soil and groundwater using in situ chemical oxidation technology. All environmental investigation activities were conducted under the oversight of the LARWQCB. Site activities included site- specific railroad safety training and coordination of all field activities within active railroad rights-of-way, field-scale pilot testing using sodium persulfate and groundwater monitoring under a LARWQCB waste discharge requirement permit, and groundwater monitoring support. Under Ms.
Arima’s management, the project was performed within fast-track schedule to meet regulatory deadlines while implementing strict health and safety requirements and remaining on budget. (Length of time on project: 2011 to 2015) Los Angel es County Department of Public Works (LACDPW), Upper Santa Clara River Area (USCR) , Coordinated Integrated Management Program Stormwater Support.
Project manager for the LACDPW project to support the County to provide a summary of the initial non-stormwater (NSW) outfall screening activities conducted as part of the Coordinated Integrated Management Program (CIMP) in compliance with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System permit order number R4-2012-0175. The initial NSW outfall screening portion of the CIMP was intended to identify and address NSW discharges to the receiving waters of the USCR. Site activities included screening of an initial 60 outfall locations, follow-up screening events, and preparation of a GIS database of outfall data. (Length of time on project: 2014 to 2015)
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[email protected]
ph. 805-377-6590
Education
Bachelor of Science,
Ecology and Systematic Biology
California Polytechnic State
University, San Luis Obispo 1994
Associate Degree, Selected Studies
Mesa Junior College
San Diego, California 1991
Professional Affiliations
The Wildlife Society
American Society of Mammologists
Dave Crawford
Owner/Principal Biologist
Mr. Crawford has approximately 25 years of experien ce in biology, environmental planning, and project management and is the owner and principal biologist for Compliance Biology. His res ponsibilities include special-status species focused surveys, biological resource assessments, biological constraints analyses, habitat restoratio n plans, preparation of biological resource sections for environmental docu ments, project scheduling, budget supervision and control, subcons ultant coordination and client communication. He has directed, managed, and prepared biological resource sections for environmental impa ct reports, mitigation monitoring plans, for private and public sector cli ents throughout Southern California.
Mr. Crawford has a thorough understanding of the Ca lifornia Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). He has participat ed in the development of more than 30 Environmental Impact Re ports (EIRs) within Southern California, including residential, commercial, and industrial developments. In addition, he has substa ntial experience in processing of coastal development projects with the California coastal zone and has served as the City of Malibu Biologist for over 16 years.
Mr. Crawford has broad knowledge of both state and federal Endangered Species Acts, and state and federal regu lations involving biological resources and holds a Section 10(a)(1)(A ) Endangered Species Recovery Permit to survey for unarmored threespine stickleback (Gasterosteus aculeatus williamsoni ), tidewater goby ( Eucyclogobius newberryi ), and California gnatcatcher ( Polioptila californica ), and has been authorized by the US Fish and Wildlife Service to s urvey for least Bell’s vireo ( Vireo bellii pusillus ), arroyo toad ( Anaxyrus californicus ), California red-legged frog ( Rana draytonii ) and myriad other special-status wildlife species by California Department of Fish and Wildli fe. His biological expertise includes knowledge of biological and ecol ogical relationships, with particular emphasis on habitat impact analysis and special-status wildlife species.
Representative Professional Experience
• Mr. Crawford provides assistance to City and County
governments with projects involving environmental d ocument review and advises on major biological issues. In t his capacity he has been serving weekly as the City Biologist for t he City of Malibu for over 18 years. Duties include regular co rrespondence with the public and local officials, review of Plan ning permit applications to ensure compliance with City and Coa stal Zone regulations, review of biology sections in EIRs, Ch air of the Environmental Review Board, and interpretation and
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implementation of the Malibu Local Coastal Program as certified by the California Coastal Commission. Mr. Crawford also provides regular services to the City of Santa Clarita inclu ding peer review of environmental documents, biological studies, con struction monitoring, habitat restoration, and mitigation mon itoring. • Management of biological regulatory compliance for the City of Santa Clarita Newhall Ranch Road Bridge widening pr oject. Tasks include pre-construction surveys for special-status aquatic and terrestrial species, management of daily constructi on monitoring on site, and development of the environmental train ing program for all personnel working in the river and managed the on-site monitoring for the duration of the project.
• Management of biological regulatory compliance for the City of Santa Clarita McBean Boulevard Bridge widening proj ect. Tasks included pre-construction surveys for special-statu s aquatic and terrestrial species, management of daily constructi on monitoring on site, and development of the environmental train ing program for all personnel working in the river and managed the on-site monitoring for the duration of the project.
• Management of biological regulatory compliance for the City of Santa Clarita Cross Valley Connector Bridge. This 16-month, $26 million project included the construction of two pa rallel two-lane bridges across the Santa Clara River. Mr. Crawford managed and conducted the aquatic and terrestrial pre-construct ion biology surveys and the required biological monitoring for the duration of the project.
• Management of biological regulatory compliance for the City of Santa Clarita Canyon Country Community Center. Mr. Crawford managed and conducted the pre-construction biology surveys and managed the required biological monitoring for the duration of the project.
• Assists Metropolitan Water District of Los Angeles with surveys and habitat evaluation for unarmored threespine sti ckleback in association with their future Foothill Feeder shutd own and maintenance program
• Provides unarmored threespine stickleback monitorin g for Metropolitan Water District of Los Angeles’ quarter ly Foothill Feeder valve maintenance program.
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• Management and implementation of biological technic al studies for all phases of the Newhall Ranch development pro ject. Tasks to date have included both habitat analyses and focuse d surveys for special-status aquatic and terrestrial wildlife.
• Management and implementation of annual riparian bi rd surveys for Newhall Land in conformance with conditions set forth in the Natural River Management Plan (NRMP). Implementatio n consists of 20-25 individual surveys throughout most of the NRMP reach.
Upon completion of surveys, a detailed report is pr epared and delivered to Newhall Land for submittal to all permitting agencies. • Performed multiple seasons of focused surveys and h abitat evaluation for the arroyo toad on approximately 8 m iles of the Santa Clara River and its major tributaries in the Santa Clarita area, Los Angeles County. Tasks included focused presence /absence surveys for arroyo toad following US Fish and Wildl ife Service recommended protocol survey guidelines within the s urvey reach and known occupied areas in the region. Additionall y, a comprehensive habitat analysis was conducted throug hout the study reach including upland habitats extending app roximately 500 meters outward from the stream channels surveye d. Surveys also included identification of special-status aqua tic reptiles and habitat evaluation for California red-legged frog. further, language from the final reports was incorporated into the Bi ological Opinion drafted by USFWS for the area.
• Management and implementation of the seasonal remov al and installation of six temporary river crossings for t he Newhall Land Agricultural Department. Conducted pre-construction surveys for special-status fish, amphibian and avian species an d supervised activities occurring in the river.
• Performed numerous focused surveys for the Californ ia gnatcatcher in Ventura, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Orange Counties. Tasks included focused presenc e/absence surveys and reporting following US Fish and Wildlif e Service recommended survey protocol guidelines.
• Performed burrowing owl surveys and implemented exclusion mitigation plans for numerous projects in Los Angel es, San Bernardino, and Riverside Counties, California. Tas ks included walkover surveys to determine presence/absence of b urrowing owls and to identify potential owl burrows. Several surveys resulted in implementation of passive relocation programs.
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• Conducted dozens of focused surveys for western spa defoot toad in Ventura and Los Angeles Counties resulting in th e
documentation of multiple previously unknown popula tions. Mr.
Crawford has also been responsible for housing nume rous spadefoot tadpoles, juveniles, and adults in prepar ation for relocation under the direction of CDFW.
• Conducted focused US Fish and Wildlife Service prot ocol surveys for arroyo toad in Castaic Creek between the Castai c Lagoon outfall and the creek confluence with the Santa Cla ra River. Tasks included focused presence/absence surveys for arroy o toad following U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service recommende d protocol survey guidelines within the survey reach and known occupied areas in the region.
• Conducted a habitat analysis for arroyo toad on tri butary drainages to Santiago Canyon Creek in Orange County , California.
Tasks included evaluation of habitat on approximate ly 1.5 miles of tributary drainages and associate upland habitat.
• Management of biological regulatory compliance for the Newhall Land sewage line installation beneath the Commerce Center Drive Bridge over Castaic Creek. Mr. Crawford conducted t he aquatic and terrestrial pre-construction biological surveys and conducted and managed the required biological monitoring for the duration of the project.
• Management of biological regulatory compliance for the District 32 Main Relief Trunk Sewer Phase II extension includin g micro- tunneling under the Santa Clara River. Tasks includ ed daily monitoring of aquatic and avian special-status spec ies during the five-month project.
• Performed pit-fall trapping for special-status rept iles on approximately 500 acres of various upland habitats for two projects in Los Angeles County. Tasks included desi gning and supervision of installation of pit-fall trap arrays and several weeks of trapping and relocation of western whiptails and horned lizards.
• Conducted focused tidewater goby surveys in Mission Creek and Arroyo Burro in Santa Barbara. Tasks included seini ng and identifying fish species and recording data.
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Professional History
• Compliance Biology, Inc. – Owner/Principal Biologis t; May 2002 to present.
• Impact Sciences, Inc. – Managing Principal, Biologi cal Services; September 2012 through 2016.
• Impact Sciences, Inc. - Senior Biologist; May 1995 through May 2002
• Cal Poly Foundation; San Luis Obispo
• Wildlife Technician; US Army Corps of Engineers, LC TA Program; December 1994 – May 1995
• Wildlife Technician; Kit Fox Recovery Program; June 1994 – October 1994
• Manager Alba Plastics, Sydney, NSW Australia May 19 87-April 1989
• US Navy April 1977-October 1986
Certifications
• Federal Section 10(a)(1)(A) Endangered Species Reco very Permit for Unarmored Threespine Stickleback ( Gasterosteus aculeatus williamsoni ), Tidewater Goby ( Eucyclogobius newberryi ), and California gnatcatcher ( Polioptila californica ). Permit #TE-821229-8 Renewal in process)
• USFWS Authorized surveyor for Arroyo Toad ( Bufo californicus ), Least Bell’s Vireo ( Vireo bellii pusillus ),and California Red-legged Frog ( Rana aurora draytoni ).
• Certification, Desert Tortoise: handling, burrow co nstruction, and egg handling techniques. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Ser vice approved workshop and training session.
• Certification, Advanced Open Water Diver, PADI
Ron Francis Jr.
Biologist
Mr. Francis has a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Biology from California State University at Northridge. He has more than 1 8 years consulting experience in southern California and has conducted numerous species-specific surveys for least Bell’s vireo and California gnatcatcher. He has also monitored residential and utility projects during construction to ensure protection of na tural resources and compliance with reg ulations and project conditions. He holds a 10(a)(1)(A) Federal Fish and Wildlife Permit, TE -085880-4 for the coastal California gnatcatcher throughout the range of the species.
Construction Monitoring
Canyon Country City Center Project, Los Angeles County, CA March-October 2019 In addition to conducting surveys for nesting birds and special-status species, Mr. Francis conducted pre-construction biological resource clearance surveys and monitored construction activities on this project. His primary function while monitoring construction activities was to ensure that they did not affect the outcome of nests , other biological resources, and to inspect all equipment and materials for invasive aquatic species . Also, provided training for all personnel on site with respect to compliance with all federal, state, and local regulatory agency permits.
Fivepoint (Newhall Ranch) Grading Project, Los Angeles County, CA May 2018-Present In addition to conducting surveys for nesting birds and special-status species, Mr. Francis conducted pre-construction biological resource clearance surveys and monitored construction activities on this project. His primary function while monitoring construction activities was to ensure that they did not affect the outcome of nests, other biological resources, and to inspect all equipment and materials for invasive aquatic species. Mr. Francis also leads the small mammal trapping program targeting the capture and relocation of the desert woodrat ( Neotomo lepida) and plays a central role in the reptilian pit-fall capture/relocation program. The biologist also conducts California Gnatcatcher and Arroyo Toad surveys when requested for this project.
Newhall Ranch Road Bridge Widening Project, Los Angeles County, CA, February 2017-May 2018 In addition to conducting surveys for nesting birds and special-status species, Mr. Francis conducted pre-construction biological resource clearance surveys and monitored construction activities on this project. His primary function while monitoring construction activities was to ensure that they did not affect the outcome of nests , other biological resources, and to in spect all equipment and materials for invasive aquatic species . Also, provided training for all personnel on site with respect to compliance with all federal, state, and local regulatory agency permits.
McBean Bridge Widening Project, Los Angeles County, CA, July 2013-September 2014 In addition to conducting surveys for nesting birds and special-status species, Mr. Francis conducted pre-construction biological resource clearance surveys and monitored construction activities on this project. His primary function while monitoring construction activities was to ensure that they did not affect the outcome of nests , other biological resources, and to inspect all equipment and materials for invasive aquatic species . Also, provided training for all personnel on site with respect to compliance with all federal, state, and local regulatory agency permits.
Tehachapi Renewable Transmission Project, Los Angeles, Kern, and San Bernardino Counties, CA, May 2011- July 2013
In addition to conducting pre -construction biological resource clearance surveys and surveys for nesting birds, Mr.
Francis monitors construction activities including that occurring within habitat occupied by least Bells vireo and California gnatcatcher. He has been authorized as a lead role for nesting bird surveys, California gnatcatcher, riparian birds, and a support role for arroyo toad ; he has also helped train numerous support biologists during nesting bird surveys. Additionally, he is extremely familiar with the Southern California Edison reporting program FRED.
Golden Valley Bridge Connector, Los Angeles County, CA, January 2009 - May 2010 In addition to conducting surveys for nesting birds and special-status species, Mr. Francis conducted pre-construction biological resource clearance surveys and monitored construction activities on this project. His primary function while monitoring construction activities was to ensure that they did not affect the outcome of nests and other biological resources. Also, provided training for all personnel on site with respect to compliance with all federal, state, and local regulatory agency permits.
Cross Creek, Los Angeles County, CA, 2007
In addition to conducting surveys for nesting birds and special-status species, Mr. Francis conducted pre-construction biological resource clearance surveys and monitored removal of non-native vegetation and restoration at this property.
His primary function while monitoring was to ensure that activities did not affect the outcome of nests and other biological resources.
West Hills, Los Angeles County, CA, February - June 2006 In addition to conducting surveys for nesting birds and special-status species, Mr. Francis conducted pre-construction biological resource clearance surveys and monitored construction activities on this project. His primary function while monitoring construction activities was to ensure that t hey did not affect the outcome of nests and other biological resources.
River Park, Los Angeles County, CA, March - August 2005 In addition to conducting surveys for nesting birds and special-status species, Mr. Francis conducted pre-construction biological resource clearance surveys and monitored construction activities on this project. His primary function while monitoring construction activities was to ensure that they did not affect the outcome of nests and other biological resources.
Western Pond Turtle
Natural River Management Plan, Newhall Land & Ranch, Los Angeles County, CA, 2008-2010 Mr. Francis observed approximately 12 western pond turtles during surveys on the Santa Clara River.
Vista Canyon, Los Angeles County, CA, March - April 2007 Mr. Francis conducted a habitat assessment for western pond turtle on the Santa Clara River at Vista Canyon and found the habitat associated with the river could potentially support western pond turtle; however, no pond turtles were observed during surveys.
Santa Clara River, Los Angeles County, CA, March-June 2004 Mr. Francis conducted surveys for western pond turtle on the Santa Clara River in 2004. During the surveys, he observed six individuals on multiple occasions.
Western Spadefoot Toad
Lost Canyons, Los Angeles County, CA, March - June 2008 Mr. Francis observed western spadefoot toad during surveys of this site. He mapped and reported its location.
Vista Canyon, Los Angeles County, CA, March - April 2007 Mr. Francis conducted surveys for and western spadefoot toad at Vista Canyon Ranch in Santa Clarita. Western spadefoot toad was observed during the surveys. He mapped all ponds on the site, determined which ponds were being used, and collected data for preparation of a relocation plan.
West Hills, Los Angeles County, CA, February - June 2006 Mr. Francis conducted surveys for western spadefoot toad at the West Hills and River Village sites in Santa Clarita.
A number of spadefoot were observed during the surveys. He monitored construction of mitigation ponds, collected and relocated individuals, and monitored construction in and adjacent to occupied habitat.
River Park, Los Angeles County, CA, March - August 2005 Mr. Francis conducted surveys for western spadefoot toad at the River Village sites in Santa Clarita. A number of spadefoot were observed during the surveys. He monitored construction of mitigation ponds, collected and relocated individuals, and monitored construction in and adjacent to occupied habitat.
Arroyo Toad
Castaic Creek, Los Angeles County, CA, April-June 2005
Mr. Francis conducted protocol surveys for arroyo toad on Castaic Creek in 2005. Before conducting the surveys, he visited a location on Castaic Creek, occupied by arroyo toad to determine if adults were detectable and to determine if egg masses, tadpoles, or toadlets were present. No arroyo toads were observed at the subject site during the surveys.
San Francisquito Creek, Los Angeles County, CA, March-June 2005 Mr. Francis conducted protocol surveys for arroyo toad on San Francisquito Creek in 2005. Before conducting the surveys, he visited a location on Castaic Creek, occupied by arroyo toad to determine if adults were detectable and to determine if egg masses, tadpoles, or toadlets were present. No arroyo toads were observed at the subject site during the surveys.
Soledad Canyon, Los Angeles County, CA, March-June 2004 Mr. Francis conducted protocol surveys for arroyo toad at Soleded Canyon in 2004. Before conducting the surveys, he visited a location on Castaic Creek, occupied by arroyo toad to determine if adults were detectable and to determine if egg masses, tadpoles, or toadlets were present. No arroyo toads were observed at the subject site during the surveys.
Santa Clara River, Los Angeles County, CA, March-June 2004 Mr. Francis conducted protocol surveys for arroyo toad on the Santa Clara River in 2004. Before conducting th e surveys, he visited a location on Castaic Creek, occupied by arroyo toad to determine if adults were detectable and to determine if egg masses, tadpoles, or toadlets were present. No arroyo toads were observed at the subject site during the surveys.
South Fork Santa Clara River, Los Angeles County, CA, March-June 2004 Mr. Francis conducted protocol surveys for arroyo toad on the South Fork Santa Clara River in 2004. Before conducting the surveys, he visited a location on Castaic Creek, occupied by arroyo toad to determine if adults were detectable and to determine if egg masses, tadpoles, or toadlets were present. No arroyo toads were observed at the subject site during the surveys.
Castaic Creek, Los Angeles County, CA, March-June 2004
Mr. Francis conducted protocol surveys for arroyo toad on Castaic Creek in 2004. Before conducting the surveys, he visited a location on Castaic Creek, occupied by arroyo toad to determine if adults were detectable and to determine if egg masses, tadpoles, or toadlets were present. No arroyo toads were observed at the subject site during the surveys.
San Francisquito Creek, Los Angeles County, CA, March-June 2004 Mr. Francis conducted protocol surveys for arroyo toad on San Francisquito Creek in 2004. Before conducting the surveys, he visited a location on Castaic Creek, occupied by arroyo toad to determine if adults were detectable and to determine if egg masses, tadpoles, or toadlets were present. No arroyo toads were observed at the subject site during the surveys.
Least Bell’s Vireo
Natural River Management Plan, Newhall Land and Ranch, Los Angeles County, CA 2017 Using the Least Bell’s vireo Survey Guidelines, Mr. Francis conducted surveys for least Bell’s vireo along the San Francisquito Creek a tributary to the Santa Clara River. During these surveys he documented 1 nesting territory.
Tehachapi Renewable Transmission Project, Southern California Edison, Los Angeles, Ke rn, and San Bernardino counties, CA, May 2011 – July 2013
Using the Least Bell’s vireo Survey Guidelines, developed by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 2000, Mr. Francis conducted surveys on Segment 7 and Segment 8, which included portions of the San Gabriel River and the Rio Hondo.
During the surveys, he detected numerous individuals and observed at least 6 vireo nests with a permitted biologist.
Natural River Management Plan, Newhall Land & Ranch, Los Angeles County, CA, 2008-2010 Using the Least Bell’s vireo Survey Guidelines, Mr. Francis conducted surveys for least Bell’s vireo along a 25-mile stretch of the Santa Clara River and its tributaries in Los Angeles County. During the course of these surveys, he has documented approximately 20 territories and observed vireo nests.
Huntington Bridge Retrofit, San Gabriel River, Los Angeles County, CA, 2008 Using the Least Bell’s vireo Survey Guidelines, Mr. Francis conducted surveys for least Bell’s vireo at and adjacent Huntington Bridge Drive. During the surveys, he detected a number of least Bell’s vireo using areas just upstream of the site.
Camp Pendleton Marine Base, San Onofre Creek, San Diego County, CA, April - June 2002, 2003 & 2004 Using the Least Bell’s vireo Survey Guidelines, Mr. Francis conducted surveys for least Bell’s vireo at and adjacent areas of San Onofre Creek. During the surveys, he detected over 50 pairs of least Bell’s vireo using areas all along the creek, associated drainages, and observed vireo nests.
California Gnatcatcher
Tehachapi Renewable Transmission Project, Southern California Edison, Los Angeles, Kern, and San Bernardino counties, CA, May 2011-July 2013
In addition to conducting pre -construction biological resource clearance surveys and surveys for nesting birds, Mr.
Francis monitors construction activities including that occurring within habitat occupied by California gnatcatcher.
During monitoring, he observed more than 30 individuals.
Lost Canyons, Los Angeles County, CA, March - June 2008 Using the Coastal California Gnatcatcher Presence/Absence Survey Guidelines, Mr. Francis conducted surveys for California gnatcatcher at this 1770-acre site. No individuals were detected during the surveys.
Valencia Commerce Center, Los Angeles County, March - June 2007 & 2008 Using the Coastal California Gnatcatcher Presence/Absence Survey Guidelines, Mr. Francis conducted surveys for California gnatcatcher at this 320-acre site. He detected one individual during the surveys.
Camp Pendleton Marine Base, San Onofre Creek, San Diego County, CA, February - April 2003 Using the Coastal California Gnatcatcher Presence/Absence Survey Guidelines, Mr. Francis conducted surveys on Camp Pendleton west of San Onofre Creek. 35 pairs determined to occupy the site.
Burrowing Owl
Tehachapi Renewable Transmission Project, Southern California Edison, Los Angeles, Kern, and San Bernardino counties, CA, May 2011 – July 2013
While conducting nest surveys, Mr. Francis observed a number of burrowing owl pairs at burrows. He determined nest stage and fate of several pairs.
Vista Canyon, Los Angeles County, CA, December 2007 – March 2008 Using the Burrowing Owl Survey Protocol and Mitigation Guidelines, Mr. Francis conducted surveys at this site. No burrowing owls were observed.
Space Center, Riverside County, CA, June 2008
Using the Burrowing Owl Survey Protocol and Mitigation Guidelines, Mr. Francis conducted surveys at this 54-acre site. One burrowing owl was observed during the survey.
Romoland, Riverside County, CA, 2004
Using the Burrowing Owl Survey Protocol and Mitigation Guidelines, Mr. Francis conducted surveys at this site. No burrowing owls were observed.
Brown-headed Cowbird Trapping
Hansen Dam, Los Angeles County, CA, April-August 1999
Mr. Francis managed two cowbird traps at Hansen Dam. Duties included feeding, watering, release of non-target birds and wildlife, and keeping a 3:5 ratio of male to female cowbirds daily.
Santa Clara River corridor from the 101 FWY to the I-5 FWY, Ventura and Los Angeles Counties, CA, April- August 2000 & 2002
Mr. Francis managed fifteen cowbird traps along the Santa Clara River corridor. Duties included feeding, watering, release of non-target birds and wildlife, and keeping a 3:5 ratio of male to female cowbirds daily.
Camp Pendleton, San Diego County, CA, April-August 2003 Mr. Francis managed fifty cowbird traps along the Santa Clara River corridor. Duties included feeding, watering, release of non-target birds and wildlife, and keeping a 3:5 ratio of male to female cowbirds daily.
Small Mammals
Vista Canyon, Los Angeles County, CA, September - October 2007 Mr. Francis used a variety of methods to identify mammals using the project area. Methods included trapping and scent/track stations. Small mammals captured included approximately 40 deer mice, 34 dusky-footed woodrats, 23 Pacific kangaroo rats, 5 California pocket mice, and 2 Botta’s pocket gopher. Raccoon, skunk, and long-tailed weasel were also recorded at the scent/track stations and Eptesicus fuscus , Myotis californicus, and Tadarida brasilien sis were observed flying and confirmed using ANABAT.
West Hills, Los Angeles County, CA, February - June 2006 In 2006, Mr. Francis used a variety of methods to identify mammals using the project area. Methods included trapping, spotlighting, and scent/tr ack stations. Mammals detected included deer mouse, San Diego desert woodrat, dusky - footed woodrat, Pacific kangaroo rat, California pocket mouse, Botta’s pocket gopher, long-tailed weasel, California ground squirrel, desert cottontail, brush rabbit, San Diego black-tailed jackrabbit, raccoon, and skunk.
River Park, Los Angeles County, CA, March - August 2005 In 2005, Mr. Francis used a variety of methods to identify mammals using the project area. Methods included spotlighting and scent/track stations. Mammals detected included brush mouse, Cactus mouse, deer mouse, western harvest mouse, California pocket mouse, California mouse, California vole, Botta’s pocket gopher, Pacific kangaroo rat, San Diego desert woodrat, dusky-footed woodrat, long-tailed weasel, California ground squirrel, desert cottontail, brush rabbit, San Diego black- tailed jackrabbit, raccoo n, skunk, and bobcat. He also conducted pre- construction biological resource surveys, identified and relocated woodrat houses.
Woodrat
Fivepoint (Newhall Ranch), Los Angeles County, CA, January 2015-March 2016 Mr. Francis conducted surveys and used a variety of methods to identify mammals using the project area. Methods included trapping and scent/track stations. He captured and identified well over 100 big-eared and desert woodrats during the surveys. Mr. Francis also identified the location of most midden locations throughout the Ranch.
Additionally to relocating the animals, many of the middens were packaged and relocated to designated areas.
Vista Canyon, Los Angeles County, CA, September - October 2007 Mr. Francis conducted surveys and used a va riety of methods to identify mammals using the project area. Methods included trapping and scent/track stations. He captured and identified approximately 34 big-eared woodrat during the surveys.
West Hills, Los Angeles County, CA, February - June 2006 In 2006, Mr. Francis conducted surveys and used a variety of methods to identify mammals using the project area.
Methods included trapping, spotlighting, and scent/track stations. He captured and identified San Diego desert woodrat and big-eared woodrat during the surveys.
River Park, Los Angeles County, CA, March - August 2005 In 2005, Mr. Francis conducted surveys and used a variety of methods to identify mammals using the project area.
Methods included spotlighting and scent/track stations. He detected a number woodrat houses during the surveys. He also conducted pre-construction biological resource surveys, identified additional woodrat houses, marked them, and relocated them. One -way trap doors were fitted to burrows located under the houses. During the relocation, he observed approximately 40 San Diego desert woodrat and about 20 dusky footed woodrat.
Kangaroo Rat
Vista Canyon, Los Angeles County, CA, September - October 2007 Mr. Francis conducted surveys and used a variety of methods to identify mammals using the project area. He captured and handled 23 Pacific kangaroo rats during the surveys.
West Hills, Los Angeles County, CA, February - June 2006 In 2006, Mr. Francis conducted surveys and used a variety of methods to iden tify mammals using the project area.
Methods included trapping, spotlighting, and scent/track stations. He captured and handled a number of Pacific kangaroo rat during the surveys. He also captured a number of Pacific kangaroo rats and relocated them during initial grading activities.
River Park, Los Angeles County, CA, March - August 2005 In 2005, Mr. Francis conducted surveys and used a variety of methods to identify mammals using the project area.
Methods included spotlighting and scent/track stations. He captured and handled a number of Pacific kangaroo rat during the surveys. He also captured a number of Pacific kangaroo rats and relocated them during initial grading activities.
Training Course(s)
Southwestern Willow Flycatcher at the Sierra Research Station in May 2012.
Southwestern Willow Flycatcher, Southern Sierra Research Station, 20uthern Sierra Research Station, 2012