Santa Fe Springs City Council
November 5, 2025

AQMD, FEMA

HMGP, CDC,
Local
Emergency
Funds
2 years 3 No
Flooding
San Gabriel River
Flood Risk
Reduction
Upgrade flood control infrastructure along the San
Gabriel River near industrial zones to address flood
risk.

Industrial zones,
roadways, older storm
systems
Infrastructure
Protection,
Economic
Continuity
Public Works, LA
County Flood
Control

FEMA FMA,
Army Corps
Silver Jackets,
Cal OES
3–5 years 1 Yes
Flooding
Storm Drain Catch
Basin Retrofit
Program
Retrofit undersized storm drains in neighborhoods to
reduce nuisance and structural flooding.

Residential zones
near Slauson Blvd.

Public Safety,
Infrastructure
Resilience
Public Works,
Planning

FEMA HMGP,
State Water
Board SRF
2–3 years 2 Yes
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Hazard Action Description Vulnerability Goals Coordinating Agency
Funding
Source Timeline Priority
In 2018
LHMP
Update?
Flooding
Parcel-Level Flood
Map & Public
Platform
Create an interactive, multilingual GIS platform for
parcel-based flood risk awareness and preparedness
messaging.

Residents, renters,
small business
owners
Risk Awareness,
Community
Preparedness
GIS Division,
Emergency
Services, IT
State Innovation
Grants 12 months 3 No
Flooding
Flood Insurance &
Elevation
Education
Expand outreach on FEMA NFIP participation and
provide support for elevation certificates and retrofit options.

Low-income property
owners, small
businesses
Property
Protection,
Economic Stability
Planning,
Building & Safety,
NFIP Coordinator
FEMA CTP 2 years 3 Yes
Flooding
Green
Infrastructure in
Parks and Streets
Install bio-retention basins, permeable paving, and tree wells to reduce runoff and enhance stormwater
management.

Parks, school
grounds, urban
streets
Environmental
Protection, Urban
Resilience
Public Works,
Parks & Rec
Prop 1, DWR

IRWM, SCAG
REAP 2.0
2–4 years 2 No
Power Outage Backup Power for
Critical Facilities
Install solar + battery or microgrid backup systems at
fire stations, EOCs, and water pump facilities to
maintain continuity during outages.

Critical infrastructure,
emergency services
Continuity of
Operations, Life
Safety
Public Works,
Emergency
Services,
Sustainability
CPUC Equity
Resilience
Grant, Cal OES
Energy
Resilience
1–2 years 1 No
Power Outage
Vulnerable
Population
Resilience
Program
Identify and enroll high-risk residents (e.g., medical
equipment users, elderly) in backup battery and
generator distribution or rental programs.

Medically dependent
residents, elderly,
disabled
Health Protection,
Equity
Emergency
Services,
Community
Services

FEMA HMGP,
DOE Energy
Justice Grant,
CPUC Medical
Baseline
2 years 2 No
Power Outage Microgrid
Feasibility Study
Conduct a citywide feasibility study for distributed
energy resources and microgrids serving municipal
operations, shelters, and commercial hubs.

City operations,
shelters, economic
hubs
Infrastructure
Resilience,
Economic
Continuity
Sustainability
Office, Public
Works
DOE Microgrid
Program, CEC
EPIC Grants
Within 18
months 3 No
Power Outage Undergrounding
Priority Corridors
Identify and phase in undergrounding of power lines in
high-priority corridors serving emergency and industrial operations.

Industrial zones,
transportation
corridors
Infrastructure
Protection
Public Works,
SCE, Planning

FEMA HMGP,
CPUC Grid
Resilience
Program, Local
CIP
3–5 years 2 No
Power Outage
Grid-Integrated
Emergency Alert
System
Upgrade backup power and communication
redundancies at alerting towers, mobile messaging
systems, and traffic control during blackouts.

Public alert systems,
road safety
Public Safety,
Operational
Continuity
IT Department,
Emergency
Services
Cal OES
Warning Grant,

FEMA HMGP
1–2 years 3 Yes
Cyberattack / IT
Disruption
Cybersecurity
Assessment and
Hardening
Conduct full cybersecurity risk audit for city networks, SCADA systems, and critical infrastructure; implement
enhanced firewalls and redundancies.

City utilities,
communications,
traffic control
Continuity of
Operations, Life
Safety
IT Department,
Public Works

FEMA HMGP,
DHS
Cybersecurity
Grant Program,
Within 1 year 1 No
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Hazard Action Description Vulnerability Goals Coordinating Agency
Funding
Source Timeline Priority
In 2018
LHMP
Update?
Cyberattack / IT
Disruption
Backup SCADA
and
Communications
Network
Implement redundant, segmented backups of water,
sewer, and power infrastructure control systems to
reduce downtime risk from attacks.

Utilities, emergency
response systems
Infrastructure
Resilience
Public Works,
Water Division
Cal OES Utility
Resilience
Funding
2–3 years 1 No
Cyberattack / IT
Disruption
Cyber Incident
Response Plan
Update
Update and test incident response protocols, tabletop
exercises, and cross-training for city staff on
ransomware, data loss, and continuity.

City services,
emergency response,
finance systems
Operational
Continuity,
Governance
IT, Emergency
Services, City
Manager’s Office
DHS
Cybersecurity
Grant
12 months 2 Yes
Cyberattack / IT
Disruption
Citywide
Employee
Cybersecurity
Training
Implement mandatory annual cybersecurity awareness
training for all staff and contractors with IT system
access.

Staff across
departments
Operational
Continuity, Risk
Reduction
HR, IT, City Clerk

FEMA C&CB,
DHS
Cybersecurity
Training Funds
Ongoing, start
within 6
months
3 No
Cyberattack / IT
Disruption
IT Systems
Physical Security
Upgrades
Install access control, surveillance, and physical
protection for server rooms, communications hubs, and
data centers.

Physical infrastructure
for IT
System
Protection,
Continuity
IT, Facilities,
Public Works

FEMA HMGP,
Urban Areas
Security Initiative
(UASI)
2 years 3 No
Dam Failure
Multi-Jurisdictional
Dam Failure EOP
Annex
Develop a formal EOP annex and GIS evacuation plan
in coordination with Whittier Narrows Dam operators
and downstream jurisdictions.

Downstream
communities,
emergency
operations
Emergency
Planning, Life
Safety
Emergency
Services, LA
County OES,
Army Corps

FEMA HMGP,
Cal OES Dam
Safety Planning
Funds
Within 1 year 1 Yes
Dam Failure
Whittier Narrows
Dam Inundation
Mapping and
Evacuation
Modeling Project
Partner with USACE and Cal OES to obtain highresolution dam failure inundation models for Santa Fe Springs; update GIS evacuation zones accordingly.

Downstream
industrial zones,
transportation
corridors, emergency
routes
Emergency
Planning,
Vulnerability
Reduction
Emergency
Services, Public
Works, USACE,
LA County OES
Cal OES Dam
Safety Planning
Funds
1–2 years 1 No
Dam Failure
Emergency Sirens
and Mass
Notification
System
Expand siren and push-alert capabilities in flood-prone areas below Whittier Narrows Dam for rapid warnings.

LEP populations,
night-time events
Public
Awareness, Life
Protection
Emergency
Services, IT
Department
Cal OES Alert
and Warning
Grant
1 year 2 Yes
Dam Failure
Vulnerable
Populations
Evacuation
Registry
Establish and maintain a registry of vulnerable
residents and develop an evacuation assistance
protocol tailored to dam failure scenarios and
inundation areas.

Elderly, mobilitylimited residents,
medical care facilities
Equity, Life
Safety, Public
Health Resilience
Community
Services,
Emergency
Services, Public
Health

FEMA HMGP,
HHS At-Risk
Individuals
Planning Grant
Within 18
months 3 No
Dam Failure
Regional Tabletop
Exercise and
Public Drill
Conduct annual dam failure drills with public notification and inter-agency coordination to improve readiness.

City departments,
schools, residents
Preparedness,
Public
Engagement
Emergency
Services,
Schools, LA
County OES
FEMA EMPG Annually,
starting Year 1 3 Yes
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Hazard Action Description Vulnerability Goals Coordinating Agency
Funding
Source Timeline Priority
In 2018
LHMP
Update?
Infectious
Disease/Pandemic
Infectious Disease
Preparedness
Annex
Develop a comprehensive annex to the EOP including
protocols for public health coordination, quarantine
logistics, and equity-based response.

Seniors,
immunocompromised,
LEP populations
Life Safety,
Emergency
Planning
Emergency
Services, LA
County Public
Health

FEMA HMGP,

CDC PHEP,

BRIC (C&CB)
Within 1 year 1 No
Infectious
Disease/Pandemic
Health Facility
Backup Power
Program
Equip community clinics and care facilities with
renewable backup energy systems to ensure continuity
of care during extended power outages.

Clinics, nursing
homes, homebound
residents
Continuity of
Operations,
Health
Infrastructure
Public Works,
Public Health,
Sustainability
CPUC Equity
Resilience
Grant, DOE
Hospital
Resilience
1–2 years 2 No
Infectious
Disease/Pandemic
Community
Disease
Surveillance
Network
Build a local data-sharing and syndromic surveillance
network for early warning of outbreaks in collaboration with regional partners.

Schools, health care
providers, low-income
neighborhoods
Risk Awareness,
Preparedness
LA County Public
Health,
Emergency
Services
CDC ELC Grant,
Cal OES Public
Health Planning
2 years 2 No
Infectious
Disease/Pandemic
Multilingual Health
Communication
Toolkit
Produce accessible, culturally relevant materials and
alert systems for testing, vaccines, and public health
updates in multiple languages.

LEP residents,
renters, working-class
households
Equity, Public
Awareness
Community
Services,
Emergency
Services

FEMA HMGP,
CDC
Communication
Grant, CA
Vaccine Equity
Initiative
Within 12
months 3 Yes
Infectious
Disease/Pandemic
PPE and Medical
Supply Storage
System
Develop a supply chain management and storage
system for PPE, sanitizers, and basic medications to
maintain city readiness for future surges.

Emergency
responders, clinics,
essential workers
Preparedness,
Operational
Continuity
Emergency
Services, Public
Works

FEMA HMGP,
Cal OES
Emergency
Medical
Stockpile
Program
1–2 years 3 No
Terrorism
Critical
Infrastructure
Access Control
Install and upgrade physical security systems at cityowned facilities including key infrastructure, IT centers, and EOCs.

Water,
communications,
utilities, emergency
operations
Continuity of
Operations,
Security
Public Works, IT,
City Manager’s
Office

FEMA HMGP,
Cal OES
Infrastructure
Protection, UASI
1–2 years 1 No
Terrorism
Suspicious Activity
Reporting
Campaign
Launch a citywide “See Something, Say Something”
campaign with multilingual flyers, reporting apps, and
community meetings.

Public facilities, transit
corridors, business
districts
Public
Awareness,
Prevention
Emergency
Services,
Community
Affairs
DHS Homeland
Security Public
Awareness
Grant
Within 1 year 2 No
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Hazard Action Description Vulnerability Goals Coordinating Agency
Funding
Source Timeline Priority
In 2018
LHMP
Update?
Terrorism
Active Shooter &
Facility Lockdown
Drills
Coordinate citywide active shooter drills for City Hall, libraries, schools, and other public-facing facilities with law enforcement support.

Municipal buildings,
schools, event
spaces
Life Safety,
Emergency
Response
Emergency
Services, Police
Dept., School
District

FEMA EMPG,
UASI, Cal OES
Homeland
Security Training
Fund
Begin annually
in Year 1 2 Yes
Terrorism
Hazardous
Materials Risk
Screening
Conduct vulnerability assessments of chemicalhandling businesses and train staff on emergency procedures and security protocols.

Industrial zones,
transportation hubs
Risk Reduction,
Public Health
Fire Dept.,
Environmental
Services,
Planning

EPA RMP
Funds, FEMA
HMGP, Cal OES
Hazardous
Materials
Planning Grant
2–3 years 3 Yes
Terrorism
Interoperable
Emergency
Communications
System
Upgrade police, fire, and emergency communications
systems to secure, encrypted, and interoperable
formats citywide.

Emergency
responders, dispatch
network
Operational
Continuity,
Resilient
Communications
IT, Emergency
Services, Police
Dept.

DHS

SAFECOM,

FEMA HMGP,
UASI
2 years 2 No
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6.4 Status of Prior Mitigation Actions
Mitigation Action
Item 2018 LHMP Comments and Status Reason for Not Being Included Install Weather Radios in
All City Facilities Deferred in 2018 LHMP; not implemented Superseded by citywide multi-channel alert system upgrades under Cal OES and FEMA Alert & Warning programs Hard Copy Distribution of
Evacuation Maps to All
Households
Deferred; proposed in earlier outreach
efforts
Digital platforms with multilingual capability are now more effective and can be updated in real time
Dedicated Pandemic
Isolation Facility
Conversion
New concept raised during COVID-19 Not feasible given local capacity: instead, existing shelter and medical resilience strategies have been prioritized
Install Wind Sensors on
All Traffic Signals and
Poles
Not previously included; suggested by
external consultant
Cost-prohibitive and limited operational value relative to higher-priority storm-hardening and vegetation strategies Citywide Mandatory
Earthquake Insurance
Program (Opt-In)
Not included in previous LHMPs Infeasible for local government to mandate; education and outreach for private enrollment through CEA is preferred Extensive Dam
Reconstruction Advocacy
Campaign (Whittier
Narrows)
Raised during prior regional discussions Dam safety and long-term reconstruction are under Army Corps jurisdiction; not within city scope for mitigation actions Development of a CityOwned Emergency Water
Supply Tank
Deferred; mentioned in prior stakeholder
roundtables
Regional potable supply systems and mutual aid agreements are more cost-effective; drought annex covers contingency Floodproofing Grants for
Private Commercial
Properties
Revised version included in 2018 plan Not selected due to low uptake during past cycles and limited flood depth scenarios in commercial areas
Hazard Mitigation Action
Mobile App for Residents
Not included previously; identified in 2024
workshop
Lacks capacity for development and ongoing management;
existing communication systems and social media are
preferred
Downtown Bollard
Installation for Vehicle
Attacks (Terrorism)
Discussed internally with Planning and
Police
Evaluated as lower-priority; passive barriers already exist in key areas and other hardening projects prioritized
Evacuation Boats or
Amphibious Vehicles for
Flood Response
Not previously included Not applicable given topography and flood severity levels in Santa Fe Springs; localized flooding doesn’t justify cost City-Owned Isolation
HVAC Systems for Public
Buildings
Raised during COVID response
assessment
High capital cost; air filtration and backup power strategies included instead for public health resilience
Smart Meter Data
Integration into Public
Health Alerts
Mentioned in resilience tech review
workshop Utility jurisdiction and privacy barriers limit near-term feasibility Mandatory Retrofitting
Ordinance for
Unreinforced Masonry
Buildings
Previously discussed; deferred due to
legal concerns
Legal limitations and property owner resistance make
mandatory enforcement infeasible without state enabling legislation
Monthly Hazard
Awareness Newsletter
Completed and discontinued post-2018
due to limited engagement
Shift toward more effective real-time and seasonal alerting via SMS and social media
Installation of Smart
Water Leak Detection
Sensors in Homes
Proposed via SCAG ODS toolkit Cost-sharing model not in place; incentives and outreach via MWD conservation program preferred
Hazard-Themed Art
Installations/Public
Campaigns
Raised during public outreach planning Education strategies prioritized formal trainings, multilingual flyers, and alerts over symbolic engagement efforts
Hazard Mitigation
Advisory Board with
Public Appointments
Suggested in 2004 LHMP, never formed Stakeholder engagement now incorporated through Planning Commission and General Plan Advisory Committees
Mandated Evacuation
Drills for Private Sector
Employers
Not previously included Beyond municipal jurisdiction; instead, partnerships encouraged via Chamber and Ready LA County
Installation of Barriers
Along Overpasses for
Anti-Terrorism
Concept mentioned during 2018 planning Risk assessment determined low likelihood; priority given to interoperable communications and access control
On-Site Water Storage
Tanks at All Critical
Facilities
Identified in 2004 plan as long-term
strategy
Deferred in favor of upgraded pump redundancy and mutual aid agreements for potable water access
Emergency Financial
Assistance Fund for
Small Businesses
New idea from Economic Development
Element alignment
Not eligible under current FEMA hazard mitigation funding; better pursued through ARPA, SBA, or economic recovery
grants
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6.5 Actions Considered but Not Included
Hazard Mitigation Action Item
2018
LHMP
Timeline
2018 LHMP Comments and
Status
Current Status (as of 2025
LHMP Update)
Earthquake
Identify and retrofit
unreinforced masonry
(URM) buildings
3–5 years Deferred; lacked enforcement
mechanism; considered high-cost
Deferred again; included for future
feasibility study
Multi-Hazard
Update and maintain the
Local Hazard Mitigation
Plan every 5 years
Ongoing FEMA requirement; retained from
2004 plan
Completed; current plan is 2025
update
Earthquake
Conduct public outreach on
earthquake preparedness
and response
1–2 years New in 2018; multilingual materials
needed
Revised and continued as part of
outreach strategy
Flooding
Improve stormwater
drainage infrastructure in
priority areas
1–3 years CIP coordination needed; capacity
limitations in older neighborhoods
Revised; now “Storm Drain Retrofit
Program”
Flooding
Maintain participation in the
National Flood Insurance
Program (NFIP)
Ongoing Ongoing compliance; outreach
recommended
Continued; linked to NFIP education
in 2025 plan
Multi-Hazard Provide CERT training for
community members 1–2 years Reinstated program with County support Partially completed; maintained in
outreach plan
Multi-Hazard
Encourage backup
generator installation for
critical facilities
1–3 years Identified gaps in generator
coverage at city facilities
Expanded in 2025 plan as “Backup
Power for Critical Facilities”
Multi-Hazard
Improve hazard-related
public information access
(website, mailings)
Ongoing Deferred; limited staff capacity;
suggested leveraging digital tools
Continued with modernization;
website and multilingual alert system
added
Dam Failure
Review and update dam
failure inundation maps and
warning procedures
1–2 years New in 2018; maps received from
Army Corps
Revised; included as “EOP Dam
Failure Annex”
Terrorism
Conduct threat
assessments of critical
infrastructure
1–2 years Coordinated with regional law
enforcement
Expanded in 2025 as “Critical
Infrastructure Access Control”
Wildfire
(Smoke
Impact)
Distribute air quality
warnings during fire season Annual New; smoke considered an indirect hazard Continued; incorporated into
“Multilingual Smoke Alerts”
Heat
Encourage hydration,
cooling, and education
programs during heat
events
1–2 years Added during 2018 review based
on rising heat concerns
Expanded into “Resilience Hubs” and
related actions
Multi-Hazard
Coordinate hazard planning
with neighboring
jurisdictions
Ongoing Ongoing through LA County OES
Continued; multi-jurisdiction
coordination strengthened in 2025
plan
Earthquake
Promote drop, cover, and
hold drills in schools and
city facilities
1–2 years
Schools participated in ShakeOut;
needed formal citywide
coordination
Continued; part of outreach and
training strategy
Cyber/IT Backup city servers and
critical records offsite 1–2 years Deferred; IT capacity limited Revised and included in “Cybersecurity Hardening” actions Flooding
Conduct outreach to
businesses in minor flood
areas
1–2 years Deferred; lack of staff to implement Not included; superseded by new risk communication tools
Earthquake Encourage use of automatic
gas shutoff valves 3–5 years Public education recommended Continued as voluntary action; not mandated Drought
Implement water
conservation programs in
city facilities
1–3 years Partially implemented via DWP
programs
Expanded into “Landscape
Transformation” and “Recycled
Water Infrastructure”
Multi-Hazard
Maintain and test
emergency communications
capabilities
Ongoing Citywide system audit needed Revised and included in communications upgrades
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6.6 Implementation & Monitoring
Prioritization Criteria
The LHMP describes a prioritization process that evaluates mitigation actions using several criteria, including cost-benefit review, anticipated risk reduction, technical feasibility, implementation capacity, social equity, and environmental co-benefits. As part of this process, actions are scored and assigned a priority level (High, Medium, Low) based on their overall effectiveness and alignment with local capabilities and funding availability.

The cost-benefit review is used to assess whether the expected benefits of a proposed action—such as avoided losses or reduced vulnerability—justify its implementation cost, helping ensure resource-efficient investment in risk reduction.

Responsible Agencies & Implementation Timeline
The successful execution of the Santa Fe Springs Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) requires coordinated action among multiple city departments, regional partners, and state and federal agencies. This section outlines the designated lead and supporting agencies for implementation, as well as anticipated timelines for initiation and completion of mitigation actions.

The Santa Fe Springs Fire Department (SFSFD) serves as the lead agency for overall emergency management, disaster mitigation, and plan coordination. SFSFD leads preparedness planning and directs community disaster training. SFSFD is responsible for tracking the overall implementation of mitigation actions, maintaining the LHMP, and coordinating with external partners such as Cal OES, FEMA, and Los Angeles County. • Santa Fe Springs Fire Department (SFSFD): LHMP coordination and annual progress tracking, emergency preparedness planning, public education, and CERT training, fire prevention, hazardous materials mitigation, and regional mutual aid coordination • Santa Fe Springs Police Services: Emergency evacuations, traffic management, and public safety operations, critical infrastructure protection and public communications during disasters, law enforcement coordination for terrorism, civil unrest, and multi-hazard incidents • Public Works Department: Floodplain and stormwater management, debris removal and infrastructure restoration post-disaster, implementation of structural mitigation projects for roads, buildings, and utilities, coordination of the Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
• Capital Projects & Engineering Division (under Public Works): Design and delivery of seismic retrofit, stormwater, and transportation resilience projects, evacuation route planning and resilient infrastructure design
• Community Development Department: Enforcement of California Building Code seismic and floodplain standards, zoning, land use, and policy-based mitigation Implementation of climate adaptation and extreme heat reduction strategies
Each mitigation action identified in Section 6.3 – Mitigation Action Plan Table includes:
• A responsible coordinating agency (lead)
• Supporting agencies where applicable
• A proposed implementation timeframe, categorized as:
o Short-Term (0–1 year)
o Mid-Term (1–3 years)
o Long-Term (3–5 years)
o Ongoing (recurring or policy-based actions)
Mitigation actions will be integrated into the City’s Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), Annual Departmental Budgets, and the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) as appropriate.

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SFSFD will meet annually with designated action leads to review implementation progress, assess barriers, identify funding opportunities (e.g., FEMA HMGP, FMA, Cal OES programs), and make adjustments to timelines and responsibilities as needed.

Performance Metrics & Reporting
To ensure accountability and measure progress, the City will track the implementation of each mitigation action using specific performance metrics. These will be reviewed and updated during regular plan maintenance and during funding application development.

Performance monitoring will be structured around the following indicators:
• Implementation Milestones: Completion of key steps such as feasibility studies, grant applications, design, permitting, and construction
• Project Completion Rate: Percentage of total actions initiated and completed within each 5-year LHMP cycle
• Funding Leveraged: Amount of federal, state, and local funding secured for mitigation implementation (e.g., FEMA HMGP, Cal OES, CPUC)
• Risk Reduction Achieved: Quantitative and qualitative reductions in risk, such as:
o Number of critical facilities retrofitted
o Square footage of stormwater improvements
o Number of households reached through outreach or served by resilience programs • Community Engagement: Number of participants in mitigation-related outreach, trainings, and workshops
• Equity Metrics: Percentage of actions implemented in CalEnviroScreen-designated disadvantaged communities or benefiting socially vulnerable populations Reporting will occur through three key mechanisms:
• Annual Mitigation Implementation Review Memo: Each year, Emergency Services will compile a memo summarizing:
o Actions completed or initiated
o Any delays or constraints encountered
o Upcoming priorities and funding needs
o A status summary of each mitigation action (not started, in progress, completed, deferred) • FEMA 5-Year LHMP Update Cycle Reporting: At the start of each LHMP update cycle, the City will conduct a comprehensive evaluation of:
o All mitigation actions from the prior plan
o Quantitative progress on metrics
o Revised priorities based on new data and risk assessments o Documentation of actions completed, revised, or not implemented, with justifications • Grant Reporting and Post-Award Performance Tracking: For all mitigation projects funded by external sources (e.g., FEMA, Cal OES), the City will comply with federal and state performance monitoring requirements, including quarterly progress reports, cost tracking, benefit-cost validation (as applicable), and outcome summaries.

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SECTION 7 – PLANNING, MAINTENANCE AND

ADOPTION
Element A Requirements
A1. Does the plan document the planning process, including how it was prepared and who was involved in the process for each jurisdiction? (Requirement 44 CFR § 201.6(c)(1))
A2. Does the plan document an opportunity for neighboring communities, local and regional agencies involved in hazard mitigation activities, and agencies that have the authority to regulate development as well as businesses, academia, and other private and non-profit interests to be involved in the planning process? (Requirement 44 CFR § 201.6(b)(2))
A3. Does the plan document how the public was involved in the planning process during the drafting stage and prior to plan approval? (Requirement 44 CFR § 201.6(b)(1)) A4. Does the plan describe the review and incorporation of existing plans, studies, reports, and technical information? (Requirement 44 CFR § 201.6(b)(3))

7.1 Planning Process
Santa Fe Springs’ Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) is designed to meet the requirements of the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (DMA 2000) and to ensure that the City of Santa Fe Springs is eligible for all appropriate benefits under state and federal law and practices. The LHMP planning process considers natural and humancaused hazards facing the City, ensuring compliance with all FEMA and Cal OES guidance and supporting plan review and approval.

The LHMP planning team gathered information from a variety of sources, including participating municipal departments, local organizations and utilities, regional planning agencies, and residents of Santa Fe Springs.

Hazard mitigation strategies were developed through an extensive, iterative process involving internal subject matter experts and external stakeholder feedback.

As listed on page 4 of this Plan, the Planning Team consisted of:

Santa Fe Springs Fire Department
Chad Van Meeteren – Fire Chief
Michael Kozicki – Assistant Fire Chief
Stakeholder Group
Lang Cottrell - Regional Director - Southwest at Goodman Margarita Martinez – Site Manager and HR Director, Heraeus Precious Metals Wendy Meador-Kunert. Business Intelligence Manage at Tangram Interiors Daniel Moreno – Regional EHS Manager at Valvoline
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Raman Venkat – Chief Executive Officer, LeFiell Manufacturing Stephane Wandel - Director of Acquisitions & Development, The Orden Company Jacob Green and Associates
Patrick Marchman, AICP CEP, SCR - Project Manager
The planning process began with a kickoff meeting in October 2024, convening the primary members of the City’s Planning Team. The consultants (JGA) worked closely with the team, with bi-weekly check-ins throughout the process. Hazards workshops took place in December 2024 involving both members of the Stakeholder Committee and the Planning Team. Two public meetings were subsequently held in January 2025, one inperson and one virtual to maximize opportunities for participation.

The draft plan was completed in April 2025. Following necessary edits based on internal review, the draft plan was made available to secondary stakeholders, including the general public and adjacent jurisdictions The Planning Team incorporated comments into a Final Draft Plan, which was submitted to Cal OES and FEMA Region IX for review and conditional approval. Following incorporation of mandated revisions, a Final Plan was returned to Cal OES and FEMA for formal approval. The final FEMA-approved LHMP was presented to the Santa Fe Springs City Council on XXXXXXX for adoption by resolution. A copy of the adoption resolution was forwarded to FEMA for formal acknowledgment and record.

The planning area for this LHMP includes the entire jurisdictional boundary of the City of Santa Fe Springs. The risk assessment was conducted for this complete area and includes analysis of hazard exposure, probability, and vulnerability for both current and future conditions, in accordance with 44 CFR §201.6(c)(2). All Planning Team members, with the exception of outside technical consultants, were affiliated with the City of Santa Fe Springs. Coordination occurred through a series of dedicated planning meetings, internal work sessions, and standing project check-ins to ensure consistency and interdepartmental alignment.

The Planning Team compiled a comprehensive stakeholder contact list across multiple sectors and agencies, inviting their participation throughout the planning process. Neighboring jurisdictions and school districts were also contacted following completion of the First Draft Plan.

In compliance with 44 CFR §201.6(b)(3), the planning process incorporated existing plans, studies, and technical resources relevant to Santa Fe Springs. The following documents were reviewed and referenced:

Plan / Document Description
2018 Santa Fe Springs LHMP The previously adopted plan provided baseline hazard descriptions, local capability assessments, and action tracking.

Santa Fe Springs 2040 General Plan &
Elements
Provided demographic, land use, mobility, infrastructure, and environmental context for the updated risk assessment and capability review.
2023 California State Hazard Mitigation Plan
(Cal OES)
Used to ensure consistency with state hazard profiles, climate adaptation integration, and mitigation funding priorities.

Los Angeles County Multi-Jurisdictional
Hazard Mitigation Plan (2020)
Informed cross-jurisdictional risk context for regionally significant hazards such as earthquakes, drought, and air quality.

California’s Fourth Climate Change
Assessment – Los Angeles Summary
Report
Provided data on climate-driven risks including extreme heat, wildfire, and hydrologic stress.

Other external resources included data from commercial climate risk providers and information from the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG). These materials were used in the risk assessment, capability analysis, and mitigation strategy sections.

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7.2 Plan Update
Element E: Plan Update Requirements
E1. Was the plan revised to reflect changes in development? (Requirement 44 CFR § 201.6(d)(3))
E2. Was the plan revised to reflect changes in priorities and progress in local mitigation efforts? (Requirement 44 CFR § 201.6(d)(3))
The City of Santa Fe Springs’ previous LHMP update was completed in 2018. This 2025 update uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau, SCAG Local Profile (2023) and the recently adopted Santa Fe Springs 2040 General Plan to examine how development trends and demographic changes impact the City’s hazard vulnerabilities.

Further information on land use, infrastructure, and community conditions can be found in Section 2.

This update to the City’s LHMP represents a comprehensive plan revision, integrating updated risk data, expanded hazard profiles, and new planning requirements. It reflects and operationalizes the most recent FEMA mitigation planning guidance (April 2023) and Cal OES climate and equity criteria. • This LHMP update incorporates projected climate change impacts into every relevant hazard profile to more accurately describe how temperature rise, precipitation shifts, and wildfire risk may evolve. These insights are also reflected in proposed mitigation actions to advance community adaptation and resilience.
• This update also integrates equity throughout the plan to ensure that mitigation priorities center and respond to the needs of Santa Fe Springs’ most at-risk populations.

Priorities for this Plan Update
Priorities for this 2025 plan update were shaped by new FEMA guidance, updated hazard data, and lessons learned from the previous planning cycle. Key priorities included:
• Expanding analysis of climate-related hazards such as extreme heat and drought; • Improving integration of hazard mitigation planning with the City’s capital improvement and emergency management efforts;
• Strengthening consideration of equity and vulnerable populations in the risk and capability assessments; • Updating mitigation actions to reflect progress made since 2018 and current funding and implementation opportunities;
• Enhancing consistency with the California State Hazard Mitigation Plan and Los Angeles County MJHMP (2020).

These priorities reflect the City’s continued commitment to reducing risk while aligning with evolving hazard conditions, planning standards, and community needs.
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7.3 Stakeholder Involvement
Stakeholders were involved at multiple stages in the plan development process. As part of the initial research and analysis setting the foundation for the Plan, documents from not only the City of Santa Fe Springs but also from neighboring jurisdictions and regional planning partners were used to inform the Plan’s context development. A stakeholder meeting specifically focused on hazards assessment was held on December 4, 2024.

Meetings of the core planning team were held biweekly and as otherwise required throughout the project. • Agencies that have the authority to regulate development • Santa Fe Springs Community Development Department
• Planning and Building Safety Division
• Neighboring communities
• Copies of the initial draft LHMP were sent for review and comment to the cities of:
o City of Pico Rivera
o City of Norwalk
o City of Downey
o City of La Mirada
o City of Whittier
o City of Commerce
• Local and regional agencies involved in hazard mitigation activities • Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) • Los Angeles County Office of Emergency Management
• Representatives of businesses, academia, and other private organizations • Outreach was conducted to entities with relevant technical knowledge and major local employers, including:
o Southern California Edison
o SoCalGas
o Santa Fe Springs Chamber of Commerce
• Representatives of nonprofit organizations, including community-based organizations that work directly with and/or provide support to underserved communities and socially vulnerable populations • Outreach was conducted to the following organizations:
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7.4 Public Involvement
The City of Santa Fe Springs provided members of the public several opportunities to participate in the planning, design, and review phases of the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP). Public input and discussion were facilitated during staff presentations and through designated “public comment” periods at City meetings. In addition, members of the public, local commissioners, and City Council members were given the opportunity to provide input and recommendations verbally, through emails, and via digital comment forms.

Public outreach for input on the Plan took place in several formats, including online, in print, and in person:
• A multilingual community survey in English and Spanish was made available on the City’s website through January 2025, allowing residents to share their experiences and perspectives regarding hazards affecting the City and potential actions to reduce risk. • Notifications and survey links were posted on the City’s website, on social media platforms, and promoted by the City Manager’s Office and Department of Fire-Rescue. • An in-person Hazards Workshop was held on January 16, 2025 at the Santa Fe Springs Fire Department headquarters, allowing members of the public and city staff to provide input. • A Virtual Public Meeting was held one week later on January 23, 2025, using the same content and presentation format as the in-person workshop, and allowing community members to participate remotely.
• The Draft LHMP was published to the City’s website in May 2025 for a two-week public comment period, and comments received were reviewed and integrated into the final draft.

Survey results summaries are included in the Appendices to the Plan, alongside public meeting presentation slides, printed and digital notification examples, and outreach materials posted on social media and the City’s website.

Public involvement was meaningful and influential in shaping the Plan. Feedback directly informed the refinement of several mitigation actions and the prioritization of specific hazards. In particular, public input highlighted concern about extreme heat, wildfire smoke impacts, and power outages, prompting enhancements to hazard characterizations and the development of mitigation actions focused on resilience hubs, tree canopy expansion, and energy reliability. Many public comments acknowledged climate change as a growing concern, reinforcing FEMA’s emphasis on considering impacts beyond the five-year planning horizon.

Copies of the final LHMP Update will be catalogued and made available at City Hall, the Santa Fe Springs Library, and the Department of Planning and Community Development. The existence and locations of these copies will be publicized via the City’s website and social media channels. A copy of the Plan and any proposed amendments will remain available on the City’s website throughout the Plan's lifecycle. The website will also include a designated email address and phone number for ongoing public comment, recommendations, and inquiries.

The Hazard Mitigation Coordinator will work with other City departments to create opportunities for public involvement throughout the Plan's five-year cycle. These opportunities may include outreach through existing public meetings (e.g., public safety open houses, resilience fairs, Community Services events, and emergency preparedness workshops) as well as regular updates to City Council during public sessions.

Specific annual events and outreach channels identified to promote public involvement in hazard mitigation planning include:
• National Fire Protection Association Fire Prevention Week • Earthquake Preparedness Month (October)
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7.5 Plan Incorporation
The City of Santa Fe Springs addresses statewide planning goals and legislative requirements through its General Plan, Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), Municipal Code, and building and safety regulations. The Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) provides a series of recommendations, many of which align closely with the goals and objectives of these existing plans and programs. The City incorporates recommended LHMP mitigation actions through existing procedures to ensure that hazard mitigation remains an integral and ongoing part of city planning and investment efforts.

Incorporation of the 2018 LHMP into Local Planning Mechanisms Following the adoption of the 2018 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, the City of Santa Fe Springs integrated relevant goals, mitigation actions, and risk data into a variety of planning mechanisms and operational processes. Key areas of incorporation included:
• Safety Element of the General Plan: The City used information from the 2018 LHMP to inform updates to hazard-related policies, particularly those related to flooding, seismic risk, and hazardous materials. • Capital Improvement Program (CIP): Several mitigation actions from the 2018 plan, such as storm drain and pump station upgrades, were prioritized for funding and implementation through the CIP process. • Emergency Operations Plan (EOP): Hazard profiles and vulnerability information were used to inform emergency preparedness procedures and resource allocation strategies. • Development Review Process: Risk reduction principles from the LHMP were incorporated into development review, especially in areas subject to flooding or adjacent to critical infrastructure.

This integration ensured that hazard mitigation remained a part of broader land use, infrastructure, and public safety decision-making processes during the 2018–2025 planning cycle. This 2025 plan builds on that integration by identifying new opportunities for cross-plan alignment.

Incorporation of the 2025 LHMP into Local Planning Mechanisms The 2018 Santa Fe Springs LHMP was previously referenced in the Safety Element of the General Plan. In this 2025 update, the LHMP has been developed to take into account the updated General Plan (2040) in compliance with California Senate Bill 379 (SB 379), which requires local jurisdictions to incorporate climate adaptation and resilience strategies into their Safety Elements based on the most current LHMP.

The Safety Element (2024 draft) will reference this LHMP Update, consistent with state guidance. In parallel, planning mechanisms such as the CIP, Housing Element, Environmental Justice Element, and Zoning Code Update will reference LHMP content on a targeted basis where hazard exposure, infrastructure investment, and resilience are directly relevant.

The Community Development Department is responsible for enforcing the California Building Standards Code (Title 24), ensuring hazard-resistant design in accordance with seismic, floodplain, wildfire, and energy efficiency regulations. The Department also collaborates with state agencies and regional partners to ensure building safety regulations reflect evolving climate and hazard risks. This process ensures that life-safety criteria are met for all new construction and substantial renovations.

Some of the LHMP’s goals and mitigation actions will be implemented through projects and priorities listed in the Capital Improvement Plan, including infrastructure upgrades, facility retrofits, and green infrastructure investments. City departments develop and review the CIP annually. During this annual CIP review cycle, the Hazard Mitigation Coordinator will coordinate with City departments to assess where LHMP actions align with CIP goals and identify opportunities for incorporation.

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Upon FEMA approval of the LHMP, the Hazard Mitigation Coordinator will initiate a structured integration process to embed the LHMP’s strategies into relevant City plans and programs. The Hazard Mitigation Coordinator and Hazard Mitigation Planning Team will meet at least annually to:
• Track the integration of mitigation strategies into General Plan implementation, CIP updates, housing and zoning policy, and community investment decisions;
• Ensure consistency between mitigation actions and Citywide goals for climate resilience, public safety, and environmental justice;
• Monitor and document progress toward LHMP implementation; and • Recommend updates or adjustments to improve integration and effectiveness.

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7.6 Monitoring, Evaluating and Updating the Plan
Element D: Plan Maintenance Requirements
D1. Is there discussion of how each community will continue public participation in the plan maintenance process? (Requirement 44 CFR § 201.6(c)(4)(iii)) D2. Is there a description of the method and schedule for keeping the plan current (monitoring, evaluating, and updating the mitigation plan within a five-year cycle)? (Requirement 44 CFR § 201.6(c)(4)(i))
D3. Does the plan describe a process by which each community will integrate the requirements of the mitigation plan into other planning mechanisms, such as comprehensive or capital improvement plans, when appropriate? (Requirement 44 CFR § 201.6(c)(4)(ii))
Monitoring
Under the direction of the Hazard Mitigation Coordinator, the Santa Fe Springs Hazard Mitigation Planning Team will take responsibility for Plan maintenance and implementation. The Hazard Mitigation Coordinator will facilitate annual Planning Team meetings, assign tasks, and ensure that progress on implementation and integration is tracked consistently. This individual will maintain a yearly record of necessary updates to ensure the LHMP reflects the most current hazard data, completed actions, and planning priorities.

The Hazard Mitigation Coordinator will also coordinate with relevant City departments-including Public Works, Planning and Community Development, Fire-Rescue, and Engineering-to track progress on mitigation actions and support alignment with other planning mechanisms (e.g., General Plan Implementation Program, Capital Improvement Plan, Emergency Operations Plan, and Climate Action Plan). Plan implementation and evaluation will remain a shared responsibility among all members of the Planning Team.

The Hazard Mitigation Coordinator will also collaborate with City leadership to secure funding and support for the required five-year update cycle, in accordance with FEMA and Cal OES regulations.

The Planning Team will meet at least once per year to review action status, coordinate interdepartmental implementation, and identify any necessary modifications. These meetings will be scheduled annually following the confirmation of Planning Team representatives. The Hazard Mitigation Coordinator will be authorized to reassign or designate new Planning Team members as needed.

Evaluating
The LHMP will be formally evaluated on an annual basis to assess the effectiveness of existing actions and determine whether changes in development patterns, hazard conditions, or state and federal policies require updates to mitigation priorities. This annual evaluation will follow a consistent schedule and will be led by the Hazard Mitigation Coordinator, who will convene and facilitate the evaluation meeting.

During the evaluation, the Planning Team will review:
• The continued relevance of goals and mitigation actions; • New or emerging hazards based on updated science or local experience; • Implementation status of current mitigation actions;
• Progress and setbacks in interagency collaboration.

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Each coordinating department will be asked to report on:
• Successes in implementation
• Challenges or barriers encountered
• Lessons learned or recommended revisions
• Interagency coordination performance
If plan revisions are needed, the Hazard Mitigation Coordinator will assign responsible Planning Team members to draft and circulate those changes within three months. All updates will be distributed to City departments, plan holders, and uploaded to the City of Santa Fe Springs website. Substantial revisions will be tracked for incorporation into the next full plan update.

Each annual Planning Team meeting will also include a review of:
• Any changes in the nature or magnitude of identified risks • The current status of mitigation actions
• Ongoing or new challenges encountered during implementation • Adjustments to strategies based on changing community needs, funding, or guidance The evaluation process will include outreach to key internal and external stakeholders such as:
• Neighborhood groups
• Santa Fe Springs Fire-Rescue and Police Services
• Community-based organizations
• Social service providers (e.g., SASSFA, Family and Human Services Division) • Transportation and Public Works staff
These stakeholders will provide updates on community conditions, equity considerations, and hazard mitigation needs to help inform responsive and inclusive plan improvements.

Updating
The Hazard Mitigation Coordinator will oversee ongoing monitoring and annual evaluation to support timely identification of grant opportunities and alignment with City budgeting cycles. Following adoption of the annual City budget by the Santa Fe Springs City Council, the Hazard Mitigation Coordinator will collaborate with the Planning Team and applicable departments to pursue state and federal mitigation funding such as FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP).

Beginning in Year Four of the five-year LHMP lifecycle, the Hazard Mitigation Coordinator will initiate the formal update process in accordance with 44 CFR §201.6(d)(3). The revised LHMP will be submitted to Cal OES and FEMA for review and approval and will subsequently be adopted by resolution of the Santa Fe Springs City Council.

Public engagement will be a critical component of the update. Citywide meetings will be advertised through a combination of social media, website notifications, direct outreach, and public postings, with special emphasis on reaching:
• Low-income and linguistically isolated residents
• Elderly and persons with access and functional needs
• Community-based organizations
• Youth and seniors involved in parks or community programming The updated LHMP will be made available:
• Online via the City’s website
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7.7 Plan Adoption
Element F: Plan Adoption
F1. For single-jurisdictional plans, has the governing body of the jurisdiction formally adopted the plan to be eligible for certain FEMA assistance?
(Requirement 44 CFR § 201.6(c)(5))
F2. For multi-jurisdictional plans, has the governing body of each jurisdiction officially adopted the plan to be eligible for certain FEMA assistance?
(Requirement 44 CFR § 201.6(c)(5))
Adoption of the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan by the City’s governing body is a core requirement for FEMA and Cal OES approval. Once the Plan is conditionally approved by FEMA and finalized, the Santa Fe Springs City Council will be responsible for formally adopting the Mitigation Plan by resolution. The governing body holds the authority to promote sound public policy around hazard mitigation, resilience, and emergency preparedness.

The City Council will retain authority to update or amend the Plan as needed to reflect changes in local hazard risks, exposures, regulatory requirements, and community needs. Once adopted, the approved LHMP will serve as a foundational policy document, guiding hazard mitigation investments and influencing future growth, infrastructure improvements, and climate resilience strategies.

On [TO BE COMPLETED WITH FINAL DATE], during a regularly scheduled public meeting, the Santa Fe Springs City Council formally adopted the Santa Fe Springs Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (2025 Update). The City Council resolution of adoption is provided in the Appendices of this Plan.

Primary Point of Contact
The Primary Point of Contact for information regarding this Plan is:

Michael Kozicki
Assistant Fire Chief
Santa Fe Springs Fire Department
11300 Greenstone Avenue
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Phone: (562) 944-9713 ex. 3811
Email: [email protected]
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APPENDICES
Appendix A: Sample Adoption Resolution
Note to Reviewers: When this plan has been reviewed and approved pending adoption by FEMA Region IX, the adoption resolutions will be signed added to this appendix.

Sample Resolution: City of Santa Fe Springs
Resolution # ______
Adopting the City of Santa Fe Springs Hazard Mitigation Plan WHEREAS, The City of Santa Fe Springs recognizes the threat that natural and manmade hazards pose to people and property within our community; and
WHEREAS, undertaking hazard mitigation actions will reduce the potential for harm to people and property from future hazard occurrences; and
WHEREAS, the U.S. Congress passed the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (“Disaster Mitigation Act”) emphasizing the need for pre-disaster mitigation of potential hazards; and WHEREAS, the Disaster Mitigation Act made available hazard mitigation grants to state and local governments; and
WHEREAS, an adopted Local Hazard Mitigation Plan is required as a condition of future funding for mitigation projects under multiple FEMA pre- and post-disaster mitigation grant programs; and WHEREAS, the City of Santa Fe Springs fully participated in the FEMA-prescribed mitigation planning process to prepare this local hazard mitigation plan; and
WHEREAS, the California Office of Emergency Services and Federal Emergency Management Agency, Region IX officials have reviewed the City of Santa Fe Springs Local Hazard Mitigation Plan and approve it contingent upon this official adoption of the participating governing body; and WHEREAS, the City of Santa Fe Springs desires to comply with the requirements of the Disaster Mitigation Act and to augment its emergency planning efforts by formally adopting the City of Santa Fe Springs Hazard Mitigation Plan by reference into the Safety Element of the General Plan in accordance with the requirements of AB 2140; and
WHEREAS, adoption by the governing body for the City of Santa Fe Springs demonstrates the jurisdiction’s commitment to fulfilling the mitigation goals and objectives outlined in this Local Hazard Mitigation Plan; and
WHEREAS, adoption of this legitimizes the plan and authorizes responsible agencies to carry out their responsibilities under the plan.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Santa Fe Springs adopts the City of Santa Fe Springs Local Hazard Mitigation Plan as an official plan; and
BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Santa Fe Springs adopts the Santa Fe Springs Local Hazard Mitigation Plan by reference into the safety element of their general plan in accordance with the requirements of AB 2140; and Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the City of Santa Fe Springs will submit this adoption resolution to the California Office of Emergency Services and FEMA Region IX officials to enable the plan’s final approval in accordance with the requirements of the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 and to establish conformance with the requirement of AB 2140.

Passed:
(date)
Certifying Official
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Appendix C. Public Outreach Documentation
Public meeting flyer, December 2024
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City Facebook post, January 7, 2025
City Instagram post, January 7, 2025
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Whittier Daily News, January 10, 2025
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Appendix D: Survey Results (English)
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U.S. Department of Homeland Security
FEMA Region 9
1111 Broadway, Suite 1200
Oakland, CA 94607-4052
www.fema.gov
September 17, 2025
Michael Kozicki
Assistant Fire Chief
Santa Fe Springs Fire Department
11300 Greenstone Avenue
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Reference: Hazard Mitigation Plan Approvable Pending Adoption City of Santa Fe Springs, CA
Dear Michael Kozicki:

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has completed its review of the 2025 City of Santa Fe Springs Hazard Mitigation Plan and has determined that the plan is eligible for final approval, pending its formal adoption by the City of Santa Fe Springs.

Formal adoption documentation must be submitted to FEMA Region 9 within one calendar year from the date of this letter. If the adoption is not received within that timeframe, the plan must be updated and resubmitted for review.

FEMA will issue formal approval of the plan upon receipt of the adoption documentation.

Adoption of the plan is required to maintain eligibility for funding under FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) programs. All funding requests will be evaluated individually based on the specific eligibility criteria and requirements of the applicable HMA program.

Please note that while local hazard mitigation plans may include additional content to meet Element H: Additional State Requirements or other local objectives, FEMA’s Approvable Pending Adoption (APA) status does not constitute review or approval of any content exceeding FEMA’s standard mitigation planning requirements.

If you have any questions regarding the planning or review processes, please contact the FEMA Region 9 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team at [email protected].

Sincerely,
Alison Kearns
Planning and Implementation Branch Chief
Mitigation Division
FEMA Region 9
City of Santa Fe Springs Hazard Mitigation Plan Approvable Pending Adoption Notice September 17, 2025

www.fema.gov
Enclosure (1)
City of Santa Fe Springs Plan Review Tool, dated September 17, 2025 cc: Robyn Fennig, State Hazard Mitigation Officer, California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services
Victoria LaMar-Haas, Hazard Mitigation Planning Chief, California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services
ITEM # 17

CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: René Bobadilla, P.E., City Manager
BY: Chad Van Meeteren, Fire Chief
SUBJECT: RESOLUTION NO. 9985 – SB-1205 ANNUAL INSPECTION OF

CERTAIN PROPERTIES
DATE: November 5, 2025
RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Acknowledge Receipt of Department of Fire-Rescue Report Regarding the Annual Inspection of Certain Properties.

FISCAL IMPACT
N/A

BACKGROUND
In 2018, California Senate Bill 1205 (SB 1205) added California Health and Safety Code Section 13146.4, which became effective on January 1, 2019. This section requires all fire departments that provide fire protection services to annually report to their administering authority on its compliance with Health and Safety Code Sections 13146.2 and 13146.3. SB 1205 requires every fire department or district providing fire protection services to inspect all public and private schools, hotels, motels, lodging houses, and apartment buildings and certain residential care facilities annually to verify compliance with building standards. (Health and Safety Code §§ 13146.3, 13146.2, 17921(b).) For the reporting period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, the Santa Fe Springs Department of Fire-Rescue identified and completed the annual inspection of:
(1) twelve (12) Group E occupancies, buildings, structures, and/or facilities, and (2) forty-four (44) Group R occupancies, buildings, structures, and/or facilities.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF NOVEMBER 5, 2025 RESOLUTION NO. 9985 – SB-1205 ANNUAL INSPECTION OF CERTAIN

PROPERTIES

ITEM STATUS:

APPROVED: ☐
DENIED: ☐
TABLED: ☐
DIRECTION GIVEN: ☐
For purpose of this Staff Report, Group E occupancies are generally those public and private schools used by more than six (6) persons at any one time for educational purposes through the 12th grade. Group R occupancies are generally those occupancies containing sleeping units, including hotels, motels, apartments (three units or more), etc., as well as other residential occupancies (including several residential care facilities).

These residential care facilities have several different sub-classifications, and they may contain residents or clients with a range of needs, including those related to custodial care, mobility impairments, cognitive disabilities, etc. The residents may also be nonambulatory or bedridden. Within the City of Santa Fe Springs are forty-four (44) Group R (and their associated sub-categories) occupancies of this nature.

Annual inspections were completed for 100% of the identified buildings, structures, and facilities in both Groups E and R. It is worth noting that for Group R, two (2) additional occupancy inspections were performed in 2025 due to the recently completed projects known as The Whole Child and Lakeland Apartments.

The Department of Fire-Rescue, in coordination with City staff, will continue to evaluate both existing building stock and new development to ensure that all applicable Group E and Group R occupancies receive annual inspections in accordance with SB 1205.

ANALYSIS
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ENVIRONMENTAL
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DISCUSSION
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SUMMARY/NEXT STEPS
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ATTACHMENT(S):

A. Resolution No. 9985
APPROVED:

ITEM NO.:

RESOLUTION NO. 9985

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS,

CALIFORNIA, ACKNOWLEDGING RECEIPT OF A REPORT MADE BY THE FIRE

CHIEF OF THE SANTA FE SPRINGS DEPARTMENT OF FIRE-RESCUE REGARDING

THE ANNUAL INSPECTION OF CERTAIN OCCUPANCIES PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 13146.2 AND 13146.3 OF THE CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE
WHEREAS, California Health & Safety Code Section 13146.4 was added in 2018 and became effective on January 1, 2019, requiring all city fire departments to perform an annual inspection and report to its administering authority, or city council, as further described below; and
WHEREAS, California Health & Safety Code Sections 13146.2 and 13146.3 require all fire departments, including the Santa Fe Springs Department of Fire-Rescue, that provide fire protection services to perform annual inspections in every building used as a public or private school, hotel, motel, lodging house, apartment house, and certain residential care facilities for compliance with building standards, as provided therein; and WHEREAS, California Health & Safety Code Section 13146.4 requires all fire departments, including the Santa Fe Springs Department of Fire-Rescue, that provide fire protection services to report annually to its administering authority on its compliance with Sections 13146.2 and 13146.3; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Santa Fe Springs (“City Council”) intends this Resolution to fulfill the requirements of the California Health & Safety Code sections 13146.2 and 13146.3; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. The City Council finds and determines that the foregoing recitals of fact are true and correct.

Section 2. The City Council expressly acknowledges the receipt of the report of compliance of the Santa Fe Springs Department of Fire-Rescue with California Health and Safety Code Sections 13146.2 and 13146.3 in the area encompassed by the City of Santa Fe Springs, as follows:

A. EDUCATIONAL GROUP E OCCUPANCIES: Educational Group E occupancies are generally those public and private schools used by more than six (6) persons at any one time for educational purposes through the 12th grade. Twelve (12) Group E occupancies, buildings, structures, and/or facilities are within the City of Santa Fe Springs. During the fiscal year 2024/2025, the Santa Fe Springs Department of Fire- APPROVED:

ITEM NO.:
2 Rescue completed the annual inspection of twelve (12) Group E occupancies, buildings, structures, and/or facilities. This is a compliance rate of 100% for this reporting period.

B. RESIDENTIAL GROUP R OCCUPANCIES: For the purposes of this resolution, Residential Group R occupancies are generally those occupancies containing sleeping units, including hotels, motels, apartments (three units or more), etc., as well as other residential occupancies (including several residential care facilities). These residential care facilities have several different sub-classifications, and they may contain residents or clients with a range of needs, including those related to custodial care, mobility impairments, cognitive disabilities, etc. The residents may also be nonambulatory or bedridden. Within the City of Santa Fe Springs are forty-four (44) Group R (and their associated sub-categories) occupancies of this nature.

During fiscal year 2024/2025, the Santa Fe Springs Department of Fire-Rescue completed the annual inspection of forty-four (44) Group R occupancies, buildings, structures, and/or facilities. This is a compliance rate of 100% for this reporting period.

Section 3. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.

APPROVED and ADOPTED this 5th day of November 2025 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
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William K. Rounds, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Fernando N. Muñoz, City Clerk
ITEM # 18

CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: René Bobadilla, P.E., City Manager
BY: James Enriquez, P.E., Director of Public Works / City Engineer SUBJECT: MEASURE R FUNDING AGREEMENT NO. MR315.41 WITH LOS

ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION
AUTHORITY – AMENDMENT NO. 4
DATE: November 5, 2025
RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Approve Amendment No. 4 to Funding Agreement No. MR315.41 with the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) for the Valley View Avenue and Alondra Avenue Intersection Improvement Project; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 4; and 3) Take such additional related action that may be desirable.

FISCAL IMPACT
The Valley View Avenue and Alondra Avenue Intersection Improvement project is funded through LACMTA’s Interstate 605 Corridor “Hot Spot” Interchanges Program, which is included in the Measure R Expenditure Plan. Funding Agreement No. MR315.41 allocated $3,567,129 in Measure R funds for this project. The execution of Amendment No. 4 (Attachment A) to the Funding Agreement will allocate an additional $1,297,371 in Measure R funds for the construction of the project, bringing the total funding to $4,884,371. The entire project is financed by LACMTA, and no local matching funds are required.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF NOVEMBER 5, 2025

MEASURE R FUNDING AGREEMENT WITH LOS ANGELES COUNTY
METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY – AMENDMENT NO. 4

BACKGROUND
The intersection of Valley View Avenue and Alondra Boulevard has been identified as a "Hot Spot" in the feasibility study conducted by the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) for the 91/605/405 corridors. The proposed project for this intersection is consistent with long-term design concepts and is essential for improving both the level of service and overall operational performance of the area. In 2008, voters in Los Angeles County approved Measure R, a half-cent sales tax that went into effect in January 2009. This measure is intended to help finance new transportation projects and programs, as well as to accelerate the completion of those already in progress.

On November 1, 2017, the City and the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) entered into Agreement No. MR315.41 to improve the intersection at Valley View Avenue and Alondra Avenue. The City requested an increase in funding for the project, amounting to $1,297,371, due to rising construction costs. The Metro Board approved this budget increase on September 17, 2025, and Amendment No. 4 outlines the agreement for the additional funding.

ANALYSIS
The approval of Amendment No. 4 extends the FY 2024-25 funding deadline to June 30, 2028. This extension, together with the allocated Measure R funds, will address the projected shortfall and allow for the completion of intersection improvements.

The project plans and specifications have been completed and staff anticipates seeking City Council approval to advertise for construction bids in December 2025.,

ENVIRONMENTAL
N/A

DISCUSSION
N/A

SUMMARY/NEXT STEPS
Upon approval by the City Council of the recommended actions, staff will coordinate the execution of Amendment No. 4 and continue coordinating the delivery of the project.

ATTACHMENTS:

A. Amendment No. 4 Agreement to Agreement No. MR315.41
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF NOVEMBER 5, 2025

MEASURE R FUNDING AGREEMENT WITH LOS ANGELES COUNTY
METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY – AMENDMENT NO. 4

ITEM STATUS:

APPROVED: ☐
DENIED: ☐
TABLED: ☐
DIRECTION GIVEN: ☐
FTIP #: N/A
Subregion ID: I-605/SR-91/I-405 Corridors “Hot
Spots”
Project#: MR315.41
Amendment No. 4
FA# 920000000MR315.41
Rev: 10.26.2022 1 Measure R Funding Agreement Amendment Highways – General
AMENDMENT No.4 TO MEASURE R FUNDING AGREEMENT

BETWEEN CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS AND THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY

METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY
This Amendment No. 4 to the Funding Agreement (this “Amendment”), is dated as of September 16, 2025 by and between the City of Santa Fe Springs ("Grantee") and the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority ("LACMTA").

RECITALS:

A. Grantee and LACMTA entered into that certain Funding Agreement No. 920000000MR315.41, dated November 1, 2017, which was amended on May 11, 2020, November 19, 2021, and July 1, 2023, (as amended, the "Existing FA"), which Existing FA provides for the Valley View Ave Intersection at Alondra Blvd Improvements, (the “Project”); and
B. WHEREAS, the Grantee desires to increase the Project’s budget of Measure R by $1,297,371 from $3,587,000 to $4,884,371 for the PS&E, ROW, and Construction Phases.

This amount is within the Board authorized budget increase for the Project, the total new Project budget is $4,884,371 which was approved by the LACMTA Board on January 23, 2025; and
C. WHEREAS, the LACMTA Board, at its January 23, 2025, meeting, reprogrammed the funds as follows: $3,567,129 in Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-25 and $1,297,371 in FY2025-26.

D. WHEREAS, the Funds are currently programmed for the Project as follows: $19,871 in Measure R Funds in FY 2015-16, $3,567,129 in Measure R Funds in FY 2024-25, and $1,297,371 in Measure R Funds in FY 2025-26. The total designated amount for the Project is $4,884,371; and
E. WHEREAS, the funding set forth herein is intended to fund the Plans, Specifications and Estimates (PS&E), Right-of-Way, and Construction phases of the Project; and F. Grantee and LACMTA desire to amend the Existing FA as provided herein.

ATTACHMENT A
FTIP #: N/A
Subregion ID: I-605/SR-91/I-405 Corridors “Hot
Spots”
Project#: MR315.41
Amendment No. 4
FA# 920000000MR315.41
Rev: 10.26.2022 2 Measure R Funding Agreement Amendment Highways – General
AGREEMENT:

NOW, THEREFORE, for good and valuable consideration, the receipt and adequacy of which are hereby acknowledged, the parties hereby agree as follows:

1. Part I, Paragraph 1 of the Existing FA is hereby amended by deleting it in its entirety and replacing it with the following: “Title of the Project (the “Project”): Valley View Ave Intersection at Alondra Blvd – Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E), Right-of-Way, and Construction. LACMTA Project ID# MR315.41.”

2. Part I, Paragraph 2.2 of the Existing FA is hereby amended by deleting it in its entirety and replacing it with the following: “To the extent the Measure R funds are available, LACMTA shall make to GRANTEE a grant of the Measure R funds in the amount of $4,884,371 (the “Funds”) for the Project. LACMTA Board of Directors actions on December 3, 2015, October 26, 2017, January 26, 2023, and January 23, 2025 set forth the Measure R Funds for the Project. The Funds are currently programmed in Fiscal Years (FY): $19,871 in FY 2015-16; $3,567,129 in FY 2024-25; and $1,297,371 in FY 2025-26.”

3. Part I, Paragraph 6 of the Existing FA is hereby amended by deleting it in its entirety and replacing it with the following:
“6. Attachment C-4 is the “Scope of Work”. The GRANTEE shall complete the Project as described in the Scope of Work. This Scope of Work shall include a detailed description of the Project and the work to be completed, including anticipated Project milestones and a schedule consistent with the lapsing policy in Part II, Section 9, and a description of the Project limits, if applicable. No later than December 31 of each year, GRANTEE shall notify LACMTA if there are any changes to the final milestone date set forth in the schedule or any changes to the Scope of Work. If LACMTA agrees to such changes, the parties shall memorialize such changes in an amendment to this FA. Work shall be delivered in accordance with the schedule and scope identified in this FA unless otherwise agreed to by the parties in writing in an amendment to this FA. If GRANTEE fails to meet milestones or fails to deliver the Project, LACMTA will have the option to suspend or terminate the FA for default as described in Part II, Sections 2, 9, 10 and 11 herein below. To the extent interim milestone dates are not met but GRANTEE believes and can show documentation acceptable to LACMTA supporting GRANTEE’S ability to make up the time so as to not impact the final milestone date, GRANTEE shall notify LACMTA of such changes in its Quarterly Progress/Expenditure Reports and such interim milestone dates will automatically be amended to the latest interim milestone dates provided in the Quarterly Progress/Expenditure Reports Attachment D-2. In no event can the final milestone date be amended by a Quarterly Progress/Expenditure Report.”

4. Part I, Paragraph 11 of the Existing FA is hereby amended by deleting it in its entirety and replacing it with the following:
“11. GRANTEE’s Address:

FTIP #: N/A
Subregion ID: I-605/SR-91/I-405 Corridors “Hot
Spots”
Project#: MR315.41
Amendment No. 4
FA# 920000000MR315.41
Rev: 10.26.2022 3 Measure R Funding Agreement Amendment Highways – General
City of Santa Fe Springs
11710 E. Telegraph Road
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Attention: James Enriquez
Director of Public Works
Phone: (562) 409-7540
E-MAIL: [email protected] “

5. Part II, Paragraph 3 of the Existing FA is hereby amended by deleting it in its entirety and replacing it with the following
“3. INVOICE BY GRANTEE
Unless otherwise stated in this FA, the Quarterly Progress/ Expenditure Report, with supporting documentation of expenses, Project progress and other documents as required, which has been pre-approved by LACMTA, all as described in Part II, Section 6.1 of this FA, shall satisfy LACMTA invoicing requirements. Grantee shall only submit for payment the LACMTA pre-approved Quarterly Progress/ Expenditure Report Packets to the LACMTA Project Manager at the email address shown in Part I and to LACMTA Accounts Payable Department as shown below.

Submit invoice with supporting documentation to:

[email protected] (preferable)
or
mail to:

Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority Accounts Payable
P. O. Box 512296
Los Angeles, CA 90051-0296
All invoice material must contain the following information:

Re: LACMTA Project ID# MR315.41 and FA# 9200000000MR315.41 Nathan Carlson; Mail Stop 99-18-26"

6. Part II, Paragraph 9.1(iv) of the Existing FA is hereby amended by deleting it in its entirety and replacing it with the following: “(iv) Expending the Funds granted under this FA for allowable costs by the lapsing date. All Funds programmed for FY 2015-16 have been expended and are no longer available. All Funds programmed for FY2024-25 are subject to lapse by June 30, 2027. All Funds programmed for FY2025-26 are subject to lapse by June 30, 2028.”

7. Attachment A-3 of the Existing FA is hereby replaced by Attachment A-4, attached.

8. Attachment B1-3 of the Existing FA is hereby replaced by Attachment B1-4, attached.

FTIP #: N/A
Subregion ID: I-605/SR-91/I-405 Corridors “Hot
Spots”
Project#: MR315.41
Amendment No. 4
FA# 920000000MR315.41
Rev: 10.26.2022 4 Measure R Funding Agreement Amendment Highways – General

9. Attachment C-3 of the Existing FA is hereby replaced by Attachment C-4, attached.

10. Except as expressly amended hereby, the Existing FA remains in full force and effect as originally executed. All rights and obligations of the parties under the Existing FA that are not expressly amended by this Amendment shall remain unchanged.

FTIP #: N/A
Subregion ID: I-605/SR-91/I-405 Corridors “Hot
Spots”
Project#: MR315.41
Amendment No. 4
FA# 920000000MR315.41
Rev.: 03.08.2023 5 Measure R Funding Agreement Amendment Highways – General
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this Amendment No. 4 to the FA to be executed by their duly authorized representatives as of the dates indicated below:

LACMTA:

LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY By: ________________________________________ Date: ____________________ Stephanie Wiggins
Chief Executive Officer
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

DAWYN R. HARRISON
County Counsel
By: ________________________________________ Date: ____________________ Deputy
GRANTEE:

CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS
By: _______________________________________ Date: ____________________ René Bobadilla
City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

By: _______________________________________ Date: ____________________ Rick Olivarez
City Attorney
FTIP #: N/A
SOURCES OF FUNDS Prior Years FY2017-18 FY 2022-23 FY2023-24 FY2024-25 FY2025-26 Total Budget
% of Budget

LACMTA PROGRAMMED FUNDING
MEASURE R FUNDS $ 19,871 $ 3,567,129 $ 1,297,371 $ 4,884,371

LACMTA PROGRAMMED FUNDS BY
YEAR SUBTOTAL $ 19,871 $ - $ - $ - $ 3,567,129 $ 1,297,371 $ 4,884,371 100% OTHER SOURCES OF FUNDING:

LOCAL: $ - 0%
STATE: $ - 0%
FEDERAL: $ - 0%
PRIVATE OR OTHER: $ - 0%
OTHER FUNDING SUBTOTAL $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 0%
TOTAL PROJECT FUNDS $ 19,871 $ - $ - $ - $ 3,567,129 $ 1,297,371 $ 4,884,371 100% ATTACHMENT A-4 - PROJECT FUNDING
Measure R Program - Funding Agreement Projects - FA# 9200000000MR315.41 Project Title: Valley View Ave Intersection at Alondra Blvd Improvements Project#: MR315.41

PROGRAMMED BUDGET - SOURCES OF FUNDS
Rev. 05.03.19 FA Measure R Hwys Gen Attachment A Project Funds SOURCES OF FUNDS Prior
Expenditures
FY 2024-25
Qtr 2
FY 2024-25
Qtr 3
FY 2024-25
Qtr 4
FY 2025-26
Qtr 1
FY 2025-26
Qtr 2
FY 2025-26
Qtr 3
FY 2025-26
Qtr 4 TOTAL BUDGET
LACMTA PROGRAMMED FUNDS:

MEASURE R FUNDS:

PAED $0
PS&E $260,067 $260,067
RW Support $19,873.75 $90,126.25 $385,000 $495,000
Const. Support $250,000 $250,000
RW $315,000 $315,000
Construction $404,353 $2,507,647 $652,304 $3,564,304
Total MEASURE R $19,874 $0 $0 $0 $1,059,479 $0 $2,507,647 $1,297,371 $4,884,371 SUM PROG LACMTA FUNDS: $19,874 $0 $0 $0 $1,059,479 $0 $2,507,647 $1,297,371 $4,884,371

PROJECT FUNDING
FY24-25 and FY25-26 $19,874 $0 $0 $0 $1,059,479 $0 $2,507,647 $1,297,371 $4,884,371 SOURCES OF FUNDS FY 2026-27
Qtr 1
FY 2026-27
Qtr 2
FY 2026-27
Qtr 3
FY 2026-27
Qtr 4
FY 2027-28
Qtr 1
FY 2027-28
Qtr 2
FY 2027-28
Qtr 3
FY 2027-28
Qtr 4 TOTAL BUDGET
LACMTA PROGRAMMED FUNDS:

MEASURE R FUNDS:

PAED $0
PS&E $0
RW Support $0
Const. Support $0
RW $0
Construction $0
Total MEASURE R $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

PROJECT FUNDING
FY26-27 and FY27-28 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

SUMMARY OF ALL FUNDS
PAED $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
PS&E $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $260,067 $260,067
RW Support $19,874 $0 $0 $0 $90,126 $0 $0 $385,000 $495,000 Const. Support $0 $0 $0 $0 $250,000 $0 $0 $0 $250,000
RW $0 $0 $0 $0 $315,000 $0 $0 $0 $315,000
Construction $0 $0 $0 $0 $404,353 $0 $2,507,647 $652,304 $3,564,304 TOTAL MILESTONES $19,874 $0 $0 $0 $1,059,479 $0 $2,507,647 $1,297,371 $4,884,371 SUM PROG LACMTA FUNDS $19,874 $0 $0 $0 $1,059,479 $0 $2,507,647 $1,297,371 $4,884,371 SUM NON-LACMTA FUNDS $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
TOTAL PROJECT FUNDING $19,874 $0 $0 $0 $1,059,479 $0 $2,507,647 $1,297,371 $4,884,371 ATTACHMENT B1-4 - EXPENDITURE PLAN COST & CASH FLOW BUDGET Measure R Program - Funding Agreement Projects - FA# 9200000000MR315.41 Project Title: Valley View Ave Intersection at Alondra Blvd Improvements Project#: MR315.41

PROGRAMMED SOURCES OF FUNDS
FTIP #: N/A
Subregion ID: I-605/SR-91/I-405 Corridor “Hot Spots”
Project#: MR315.41
Amendment 4
FA# 9200000000MR315.41
Rev: 05.03.19 1 FA Measure R Hwys Gen
Attachment C-4 Scope of Work
ATTACHMENT C-4

SCOPE OF WORK
PROJECT TITLE:

Valley View Ave Intersection at Alondra Blvd Improvements PROJECT LOCATION:

The project is located at the Alondra Boulevard/Valley View Avenue Intersection in the City of Santa Fe Springs (and a shared boundary in the City of La Mirada), immediately north of the 1-5 freeway.

PROJECT LIMITS:

This project limits include the intersection of Alondra Boulevard and Valley View Avenue.

NEXUS TO HIGHWAY OPERATION, DEFINITION/PROJECT PURPOSE:

The purpose of this project is to restripe Alondra Boulevard to provide a right/through lane, two through lanes and dual left turn lanes for both the eastbound and westbound directions. The improvements also consist of widening on the south side of Alondra Boulevard and the reconstruction of the raised median east of the intersection. New Right of Way is required along the south side of Alondra Boulevard and along the east side of Valley View Avenue south of the intersection.

PROJECT BACKGROUND:

This project was identified, and is compatible with the long-term design concepts, as part of the 91/605/405 Feasibility Study as an intersection "Hot Spot". Improvements are needed in the intersection to improve the Level of Service and Operational performance.

PROJECT BUDGET:

COMPONENT AMOUNT
PA/ED $0
PS and E $260,067
R/W Support $495,000
R/W Capital $315,000
Construction Support $250,000
Construction Capital $3,564,304
Total Budget $4,884,371
SCOPE:

The scope needed for this project includes, but is not limited to Right-of-Way Support (including:
(land acquisition, agreements, offers, exhibits, appraisals, negotiations and record keeping), Right of Way Acquisition Capital, Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E) updates, Construction Capital and the Construction Support necessary to provide construction oversight including to procure a consultant for construction engineering, award a contract for construction and perform the necessary tasks to complete the job.
• [Design Element 1]: Westbound - Increase curb return radius and add second left turn. • [Design Element 2]: Eastbound – Increase curb return radius and add second left turn.

FTIP #: N/A
Subregion ID: I-605/SR-91/I-405 Corridor “Hot Spots”
Project#: MR315.41
Amendment 4
FA# 9200000000MR315.41
Rev: 05.03.19 2 FA Measure R Hwys Gen
Attachment C-4 Scope of Work
• [Design Element 3]: Northbound – Add striped bike lane. • [Design Element 4]: Southbound – Remove raised median and add second left turn.

Three (3) properties are impacted and need a combination of land acquisition and/or temporary construction easements. Below includes a table of the Assessor Parcel Numbers (APN's) of the property impacts.

Valley View/Alondra Right of Way Impacts - Current
APN APN LOCATION Impact Type (Acquisition and/or TCE)
1 7001-013-097 Faro Logistics Partial Acquisition and TCE 2 7001-012-043 Starbucks /Subway Partial Acquisition and TCE 3 7001-012-039 Link Alondra Center Partial Acquisition and TCE

Design:

I. Project Management and Preparation of Periodic Updated Schedule, Deliverables and Meetings
Tasks to be performed include, but are not limited to, the following:

A. Meet as needed with the City to accomplish Project tasks as outlined. Meetings expected between the Consultant and City, shall be and not be limited to: Project Kick-off Meeting, progress meetings and preparation for the Community Information Workshop at 95% design completion.

B. Provide periodic schedule updates on deliverables and meetings as changes to original schedule occur or as needed based on the needs of the project.

II. Final Design – Plans, Specifications and Estimates
Tasks to be performed include, but are not limited to, the following:

A. Design the ultimate build out of Alondra Avenue and Valley View Avenue based on the projects defined scope of work.

B. Prepare civil roadway plans for the required improvements, consistent with City format. At a minimum, the plan set shall include Title Sheet, Site Plan, General Construction Notes, Horizontal Control, Typical Sections and Details, Plan and Profile, Drainage/BMP Structure(s) Details, Street Plans, Traffic Striping/Signage/Signal Plans, Street Lighting/Electrical, Bike Lane Plans, and Median/Landscaping Plans.

FTIP #: N/A
Subregion ID: I-605/SR-91/I-405 Corridor “Hot Spots”
Project#: MR315.41
Amendment 4
FA# 9200000000MR315.41
Rev: 05.03.19 3 FA Measure R Hwys Gen
Attachment C-4 Scope of Work
C. Submittal of plan set shall be delivered at 75% and 100% complete and final (five (5) sets per submittal). When project is complete, the Consultant shall provide AutoCAD files for all plan sheets.

D. Prepare construction specifications consistent with City format (SSPWC “Greenbook” APWA, current edition with updates.

E. Submittal of specifications shall be delivered to the City at 100% complete and final.

When project is complete, the Consultant shall provide a digital file of specification package in Microsoft Word format for Windows.

F. Prepare an engineer’s construction cost estimate based on the itemized quantity takeoff from the contract documents.

G. Submittal of the engineer’s construction cost estimate shall be delivered to the City at 75% and 100% complete and final in a spreadsheet format.

RIGHT-OF-WAY:

Right-of-Way Support and Right-of-Way Capital
Right-of-Way Support:

Tasks to be performed include, but are not limited, to the following:

A. Prepare and provide exhibits, plats and legal descriptions for the properties requiring right of way acquisition, slope easements, temporary construction easements and/or rights-of-entry.

B. Identify right-of-way acquisitions, and/or vacations to provide for the optimal alignment of Road, which shall incorporate roadway widening, and preserve the existing improvements.

C. Meet as needed with the City to accomplish Project tasks as outlined. Meetings expected between the Consultant and City, shall be and not be limited to: Project Kick-off Meeting, site visits, progress meetings and preparation for City Council meetings.

D. Provide periodic schedule updates on deliverables and meetings as changes to original schedule occur or as needed based on the needs of the project.

Right-of-Way Capital:

Tasks to be performed include, but are not limited to, the following:

A. Order title reports/litigation guarantees.

B. Present conceptual plans and photo renderings (i.e. before and after) to property owners adjacent to project.

FTIP #: N/A
Subregion ID: I-605/SR-91/I-405 Corridor “Hot Spots”
Project#: MR315.41
Amendment 4
FA# 9200000000MR315.41
Rev: 05.03.19 4 FA Measure R Hwys Gen
Attachment C-4 Scope of Work
C. Shall choose an Appraiser to prepare and provide appraisal of properties requiring right of way acquisition.

D. Authorize appraisals and improvements pertaining to properties.

E. Notify and meet with property owners of appraisals and detailed improvements to their properties.

F. Set just compensation.

G. Present written offer letters and appraisal summaries to property owners.

H. Conduct negotiations to settlement including possession of property.

I. Relocate Utilities in Conflict.

Construction:

Grantee expects to provide construction oversight, procure a consultant for construction management, award a contract for construction and to perform the following tasks:

A. Contract with a separate engineering firm to provide Construction Management for the Project. This will be accomplished through the City’s existing On-Call Engineering firms.

B. Contract with a Contractor for construction.

The Design Consultant shall meet as needed with the Grantee to accomplish Project tasks as outlined. Meetings expected between the Consultant and Grantee shall include, but not be limited to, Pre-Construction Meeting, progress meetings and preparation of responses to RFIs
MILESTONES: The implementation schedule for this project will be as follows.

FA Milestones
Revised FA Schedule in
Amendment 3 Revised Project Schedule

Start Date End Date Start Date End Date
Acquire Property September 2020 December 2021 September 2020 December 2021 Physical Possession December 2021 March 20222 December 2021 March 2022 100% PS&E - - December 2024 April 2025
Ready to List April 2022 May 2022 January 2025 February 2026 Advertise June 2022 July 2022 March 2026 May 2026
Bid Opening August 2022 September 2022 May 2026 May 2026 Award of Contract September 2022 October 2022 June 2026 July 2027 Fully Executed Contract November 2022 December 2022 June 2026 July 2027 Construction May 2024 December 2024 August 2027 January 2028 Total Project Duration
(Months) 32 months 51 months

FTIP #: N/A
Subregion ID: I-605/SR-91/I-405 Corridor “Hot Spots”
Project#: MR315.41
Amendment 4
FA# 9200000000MR315.41
Rev: 05.03.19 5 FA Measure R Hwys Gen
Attachment C-4 Scope of Work

ATTACHMENT C-4 – Location Map(s)

ITEM # 19

CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: René Bobadilla, P.E., City Manager
BY: James Enriquez, P.E., Director of Public Works / City Engineer SUBJECT: AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 150 (BUILDING REGULATIONS) AND REPEAL OF CHAPTER 153 (SWIMMING POOLS) OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF SANTA FE SPRINGS TO ADOPT BY REFERENCE THE 2025

CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE WITH CERTAIN

AMENDMENTS
DATE: November 5, 2025
RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Introduce and conduct a first reading by title only and waive further reading of Ordinance No. 1165:

AN ORDINANCE OF CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS AMENDING THE CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE (‘SFSMC”) CHAPTERS 150 (BUILDING REGULATIONS) AND 153 (SWIMMING POOLS) TO ADOPT BY REFERENCE THE 2025 CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, INCLUDING THE CALIFORNIA

BUILDING CODE, THE CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE, THE CALIFORNIA

ELECTRICAL CODE, THE CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE, AND THE

CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE, WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS, AND DELETIONS THERETO; and
2) Schedule a public hearing on December 2, 2025, to conduct a second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1165; and
3) Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

FISCAL IMPACT
Approval of this item will not have an impact on the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 City budget.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF NOVEMBER 5, 2025 ORDINANCE NO. 1165: AN ORDINANCE OF CITY AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE (“SFSMC”) CHAPTERS 150 (BUILDING REGULATIONS) AND 153 (SWIMMING POOLS)

BACKGROUND
The State of California Building Standards Commission (“BSC”) updates the California Building Standards Code on a tri-annual basis. The 2025 edition of the California Code of Regulations, Title 24 (Parts 1 through 12), becomes effective statewide on January 1, 2026.

Local jurisdictions are authorized under California Health and Safety Code Sections 17958 et seq. and 18941.5 to adopt modifications to the California Building Standards Code based on local climatic, geological, and topographical conditions.

Historically, the City of Santa Fe Springs (“City”) has adopted the California Building Standards Codes as amended by Los Angeles County. For the 2025 cycle, staff recommends adopting the California Building Standards Codes directly as published by the State, with limited local amendments unique to the City. This approach promotes consistency, transparency, and cost efficiency for residents and the development community.

The 2025 California Building Standards Code can be viewed online at https://www.dgs.ca.gov/BSC/Codes

ANALYSIS AND DISCUSSION
The proposed Ordinance updates Chapter 150 (Building Regulations) and repeals Chapter 153 (Swimming Pools) of the SFSMC to adopt the 2025 California Building Standards Code subject to certain amendments, additions, and deletions, including:
• 2025 California Building Code (Part 2)
• 2025 California Residential Code (Part 2.5)
• 2025 California Electrical Code (Part 3)
• 2025 California Mechanical Code (Part 4)
• 2025 California Plumbing Code (Part 5)
The proposed code amendments establish administrative procedures and local requirements necessary for efficient implementation and community safety. Key highlights include:

1. Building Code Administration
The Ordinance amends SFSMC Sections 150.001 through 150.011 to establish local procedures for permit issuance, plan review, expiration and extensions, fees, refunds, valuation, and enforcement.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF NOVEMBER 5, 2025 ORDINANCE NO. 1165: AN ORDINANCE OF CITY AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE (“SFSMC”) CHAPTERS 150 (BUILDING REGULATIONS) AND 153 (SWIMMING POOLS)

2. Addressing and Building Numbering
The Ordinance repeals SFSMC Sections 15.055 through 150.061 and adds new Sections 150.055 through 150.057, consolidating and modernizing local addressing and building numbering requirements.

Additionally, the Ordinance clarifies the Building Official’s responsibility for assigning official building numbers, establishes clear requirements for display, maintenance, and visibility of building numbers consistent with the California Fire Code for emergency response and public safety, and replaces outdated language referring to “Building Inspector” with gender-neutral and modern administrative language.

3. Repeal of Chapter 153 (Swimming Pools)
The Ordinance repeals Chapter 153 (“Swimming Pools”) in its entirety to align with the 2025 California Building Code and 2025 California Residential Code, which already regulate pool design, safety barriers, and equipment standards. This update eliminates redundancy and ensures consistency with statewide codes.

4. Findings of Local Conditions
Exhibit “B” to the Ordinance provides the City’s findings regarding geological and climatic conditions, including regional seismic activity, Santa Ana winds, and wildfire and flooding hazards, which justify certain local amendments to the 2025 California Building Standards Code for safety and resilience.

ENVIRONMENTAL
Adoption of this Ordinance is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) (Pub. Res. Code § 21000 et seq.) pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21065 and CEQA Guidelines (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 14, § 15000 et seq.) Section 15378, because the action does not approve a project nor result in a direct physical impact on the environment, contemplate known future projects, and as such, there are no reasonably foreseeable environmental impacts at this time. As a separate and independent basis adoption of the Ordinance is exempt from the requirements of CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) (“Common Sense Exemption”), because it can be shown with certainty that there is no possibility that the action will have a significant effect on the environment. Therefore, no further action is required pursuant to CEQA.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF NOVEMBER 5, 2025 ORDINANCE NO. 1165: AN ORDINANCE OF CITY AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE (“SFSMC”) CHAPTERS 150 (BUILDING REGULATIONS) AND 153 (SWIMMING POOLS)

SUMMARY/NEXT STEPS
Upon City Council approval of the first reading of Ordinance No. 1165, the Ordinance will be placed on the December 2, 2025 City Council meeting agenda for a public hearing. If adopted, the Ordinance will take effect on January 1, 2026.

ATTACHMENTS:

A. Ordinance No. 1165
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ORDINANCE NO. 1165

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS AMENDING CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTERS 150 (BUILDING REGULATIONS) AND 153 (SWIMMING POOLS) TO ADOPT BY REFERENCE THE 2025 CALIFORNIA

BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, INCLUDING THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE,

THE CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE, THE CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE,

THE CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE, AND THE CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE,

WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS, AND DELETIONS THERETO WHEREAS, California law requires that all portions of the 2025 California Building Standards Code (Cal. Code of Regs., Title 24) to be effective within the City by January 1, 2026; and
WHEREAS, California Health and Safety Code Sections 17958 et seq. and 18941.5 authorize cities and counties to modify the California Building Standards Code by adopting more restrictive standards and modifications if such standards and modifications are accompanied by expressed findings that such modifications or changes are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Santa Fe Springs (“City Council”) desires to amend the City of Santa Fe Springs Municipal Code (“SFSMC”) to adopt by reference the 2025 editions of the California Building Code, the California Residential Code, the California Electrical Code, the California Plumbing Code, and the California Mechanical Code (collective, the “California Building Standards Code”), with certain amendments based on findings that the amendments are reasonably necessary, as set forth in Exhibit “A” attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that proposed changes and modifications to the building standards contained in the 2025 California Building, Residential, Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical Codes are reasonably necessary due to local climatic, geological, and/or topographical conditions, as set forth in Exhibit “B” attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference; and
WHEREAS, adoption of this Ordinance is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) (Pub. Res. Code § 21000 et seq.) pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21065 and CEQA Guidelines (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 14, § 15000 et seq.) Section 15378, because the action does not approve a project nor result in a direct physical impact on the environment, contemplate known future projects, and as such, there are no reasonably foreseeable environmental impacts at this time. As a separate and independent basis adoption of the Ordinance is exempt from the requirements of CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) (“Common Sense Exemption”) because it can be shown with certainty that there is no possibility that the action will have a significant effect on the environment, and therefore no further action is required pursuant to CEQA; and

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WHEREAS, the City shall file the amendments, additions, or deletions with California Building Standards Commission.

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The above Recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by this reference as substantive findings of the City Council.

SECTION 2. The City Council hereby makes the following findings:

A. The City Council has duly considered climatic conditions, topographic conditions, and geological conditions and all information presented to it, including written staff reports, written comments and any testimony provided at the public hearing, with all comments and testimony received being made a part of the public record, and makes the findings set forth in Exhibit “B”.

B. This Ordinance is exempt from the requirements of CEQA pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21065 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15378 because the action does not approve a project nor result in a direct physical impact on the environment, contemplate known future projects, and as such there are no reasonably foreseeable environmental impacts at this time. As a separate and independent basis, this action is exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) because it can be shown with certainty that there is no possibility that adoption of this Ordinance will not have a significant effect on the environment. Therefore, no further action is required pursuant to CEQA.

SECTION 3. Sections 150.001 through 150.011 and Sections 150.055 through 150.061 of Chapter 150 (“Building Regulations”) of the SFSMC are hereby repealed and replaced with the revised versions of Sections 150.001 through 150.011 and Sections 150.055 through 150.061 set forth in Exhibit “A”.

SECTION 4. Chapter 153 (“Swimming Pools”) of the SFSMC is hereby repealed in its entirety as set forth in Exhibit “A”.

SECTION 5. Any provision of the SFSMC that is inconsistent with the provisions of this Ordinance, to the extent of such inconsistencies and no further, is hereby repealed or modified to the extent necessary to effect the provisions of this Ordinance.

SECTION 6. If any section, subsection, phrase, or clause of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be unconstitutional or otherwise invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, or by reason of any preemptive legislation, the remaining portions of this Ordinance shall continue in full force and effect. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance and each section, subsection, phrase or clause thereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, phrases, or clauses may be declared unconstitutional or otherwise invalid.

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SECTION 7. This Ordinance shall take effect on January 1, 2026, after its final passage, and the City Clerk of the City of Santa Fe Springs shall certify the passage and adoption of this Ordinance by the City Council and shall cause the same to be filed with the California Building Standards Commission located at 2525 Natomas Park Drive, Suite 130, Sacramento, CA 95833.

PASSED and ADOPTED this 2nd day of December 2025, by the following roll call vote:

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ATTEST: William K. Rounds, Mayor
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Fernando Muñoz, City Clerk
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EXHIBIT “A”
CHAPTER 150: BUILDING REGULATIONS

GENERAL PROVISIONS
150.001 BUILDING CODES ADMINISTRATION
150.001.001 PURPOSE.

The purpose of this section is to establish certain administrative procedures for the enforcement of building standards specific to the City. All other administrative provisions not addressed herein shall be governed by Chapter 1, Division II of the California Building Code, as incorporated by reference.
150.001.002 PERMIT REQUIRED.

No person shall erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove, connect, convert, demolish, or equip any building, structure, or portion thereof, perform any grading, or cause the same to be done, without first obtaining a separate permit for each such building, structure or grading from the Building Official.

The issuance of a permit without first requiring a plan review shall not prevent the Building Official from requesting plans deemed necessary to verify that the work performed under said permit complies with this Code and all relevant laws, ordinances, rules and regulations.

No person shall install, alter, repair, move, improve, remove, connect any automatic fireprotection system regulated by this Code, or cause the same to be done, without first obtaining a separate permit for each such building or structure from the Building Official.

All structures and devices installed for the protection of pedestrians, regardless of location, are subject to the permit requirements of this section. (A) Work exempt from permit. Exemption from the permit requirements of this Code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this Code, other laws, ordinances, or regulations, or required approvals from other City Departments and State and federal agencies.
(B) A building permit shall not be required for the following:
(1) Work not regulated by the Building Code, except where deemed necessary by the Building Official to enforce other Federal and/or State Laws, State disabled access requirements, or to enforce City ordinances or policies.

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(2) Painting; wallpapering; installing carpet, vinyl, tile, and similar floor coverings, cabinets, counter tops and similar finish work where disabled access requirements do not apply.
(3) Repairing broken window glass not required by the Building Code to be safety or security glazing.
(4) One-story detached accessory buildings used as tool and storage sheds, shade structures, pump houses, and similar uses, provided the gross floor area does not exceed 120 square feet (11.15 m 2), the height does not exceed 12 feet (3.69 m), and the maximum roof projection does not exceed 24 inches (610 mm).
(5) Chain-link, wrought-iron and similar fences not more than 12 feet in height.
(6) Masonry, concrete, wood and similar fences not more than 6 feet in height.
a. Exception: Wood fences not more than 8 feet in height with 60 percent or more of the fence open and incapable of being loaded by wind.
(7) Retaining walls that retain not over 4 feet (1219 mm) in height measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge or impounding a Class I, II, or III-A liquids. (8) Ground-mounted radio and television antenna towers that do not exceed 45 feet in height and ground-supported dish antennas not exceeding 15 feet in height above finished grade in any position. (9) Light standards which do not exceed 30 feet (9,144 mm) in height. (10) Flagpoles not erected upon a building and not more than 15 feet (4,572 mm) high.
(11) Tanks not storing hazardous material as defined in the Fire Code provided that:
a. Steel tanks are supported on a foundation not more than 2 feet (610 mm) above grade and the overall height to diameter or width does not exceed 1½ times the diameter.
b. Water tanks constructed of materials other than steel, including cisterns and rain barrels, are supported directly on grade, the overall height to diameter or width does not exceed 1½ times the diameter, and the capacity does not exceed 5000 gallons (18925 L).
(12) Gantry cranes and similar equipment.

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(13) Motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery.

Buildings or structures constructed as part of a set or as scenery shall not be occupied or used for any other purpose.
(14) A playhouse or tree house provided that:
a. It does not exceed 64 square feet (5.94 m 2) in area nor 8 feet (2438 mm) in height from floor to roof.
b. The ceiling height as established by door height or plate line does not exceed 6 feet (1829 mm).
(15) Canopies or awnings, completely supported by the exterior wall, attached to a Group R-3 or U Occupancy, and extending not more than 54 inches (1372 mm) from the exterior wall of the building, and not encroaching into the public right-of-way or any required fire separation distance specified by this Code.
(16) Sheds, office or storage buildings, and other structures that are less than 1,500 square feet (139 m²) and incidental to work authorized by a valid grading or building permit. Such structures must be removed upon expiration of the permit or completion of the work covered by the permit.
(17) Oil derricks.
(18) Decks, walks and driveways not more than 30 inches (762 mm) above grade and not over any basement or story below, and which are not part of an accessible route.
(19) Prefabricated swimming pools and other bodies of water accessory to a Group R-3 Occupancy that are less than 18 inches (0.46 m) deep, or do not exceed 5,000 gallons (18,927 L) and are installed entirely above adjacent grade.
(20) Playground equipment.
(21) One-story detached animal cages and kennels, chicken coops, and animal pens provided the gross floor area does not exceed 300 square feet (37.2 m 2) and the height does not exceed 6 feet (1.8 m) and at least one horizontal dimension does not exceed 12 feet (3.69 m).
(22) Non-combustible livestock shelters provided that the gross floor area does not exceed 300 square feet (27.9 m 2), the height does not exceed 12 feet (3.69 m), and at least 3 sides are each a minimum of 65 percent open.
(23) Nonfixed and movable fixtures, cases, racks, counters and partitions not over 5 feet 9 inches (1753 mm) in height.

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(C) Electrical. An electrical permit shall not be required for the following:
(1) Minor repair work, such as the replacement of lamps, switches, receptacle devices, sockets, and the like, or the connection of portable motor and appliances to suitable receptacles which have been permanently installed.
(2) The wiring for temporary theater, motion picture or television stage sets.
(3) Electrical wiring, devices, appliances, apparatus, or equipment operating at less than 25 volts and not capable of supplying more than 50 watts of energy.
(4) Low-energy power, control, and signal circuits are not an integral part of an appliance and in which the power is limited from a source having a rated output of not more than 30 volts and 1,000 voltamperes. (5) Temporary decorative lighting.
(6) The installation of temporary wiring for testing or experimental purposes within suitable facilities.
(7) Replacement of over-current devices of the same type and the same rating.
(8) Portable generators, portable motors, appliances, tools, power outlets, and other portable equipment connected by means of a cord or cable having an attachment plug.
(9) Private telephone, intercom, sound and communication systems; provided, however, that the above system(s) do not exceed the value as indicated in (c) and (d) of this section. A permit shall be obtained for the power supplies required by the above systems. (D) Mechanical: A mechanical permit shall not be required for the following:
(1) Any portable heating appliance.
(2) Any portable ventilating equipment.
(3) Any portable cooling unit.
(4) Any steam, hot, or chilled water piping within any heating or cooling equipment regulated by this Code.
(5) Replacement of any component part or assembly of an appliance which does not alter its original approval and complies with other applicable requirements of this Code.
(6) Any portable evaporative cooler.

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(7) Any refrigerating equipment which is a part of the equipment for which a permit has been issued pursuant to the requirements of this Code.
(8) Any unit refrigerating system.
(E) Plumbing. A Plumbing permit shall not be required for the following:
(1) Clearing of stoppages and stopping of leaks which do not involve the replacement of any plumbing (including fixtures, traps, tailpieces and valves), drainage piping, vent piping, waste piping, soil piping, water piping or gas piping.
(2) Change of residential plumbing fixtures which do not involve the replacement of the existing waste and vent piping excluding the trap, to include, residential toilets, residential bathroom hand sinks, bathtub and residential kitchen sinks.
(3) Connection of any appliance approved for and intended to be connected by flexible gas piping to a gas shutoff valve which was previously permitted and inspected under a valid Plumbing permit. 150.001.003 EXPIRATION AND EXTENSION OF APPLICATIONS
(A) Expiration of Applications. A plan check application shall expire and become null and void if a permit is not issued within one (1) year from the date of application. Upon expiration, the Building Official may dispose of the submitted plans, calculations, and related documents. The Building Official may, at their discretion, grant one or more extensions of time, each not to exceed one hundred eighty (180) days, provided that:
(1) The applicant submits a written request demonstrating that the delay was due to circumstances beyond the applicant’s control. (2) For extensions requested prior to expiration, the request is submitted before the expiration date.
(3) For extensions requested after expiration, the request is submitted within twelve (12) months following the date of expiration. (4) An extension fee, in an amount determined by the Building Official, not to exceed twenty-five percent (25%) of the original plan check fee, is paid for each extension.
(5) The total cumulative extension period shall not exceed two (2) years from the original expiration date, with extensions issued only in increments not exceeding one hundred eighty (180) days, and a separate extension fee required for each extension granted.

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(6) Any extension granted after expiration shall be deemed a continuation of the original application and shall not constitute a reissuance or a new application.
(7) Once an application, including any extension thereof, has expired without further extension, the applicant shall file a new application, submit new plans and calculations, and pay all applicable fees in accordance with the codes and regulations then in effect. (B) Expiration of Permits. Every permit issued under the provisions of this Code shall expire by limitation and become null and void if any of the following conditions occur:
(1) The work authorized by such permit is not commenced within one (1) year from the date of permit issuance; or
(2) No required building inspection, as defined in this Code and as identified on the Job Record issued with the permit, is approved by the Building Official within one (1) year from the date of the last approved inspection.
(3) Partial inspections, or inspections related solely to electrical, mechanical, plumbing, grading, or reroofing, shall not constitute a required building inspection unless such work is integral to the primary building permit.
(4) Supplemental permits for electrical, grading, mechanical, plumbing, or reroofing shall remain valid so long as the associated primary building permit remains active.
(5) The Building Official may, at their discretion, grant one or more extensions of time, each not to exceed one hundred eighty (180) days, to prevent or cure the expiration of a permit, provided that:
a. The permittee submits a written request demonstrating that the delay in progress was due to circumstances beyond the
permittee’s control;
b. For extensions requested prior to expiration, the request is submitted before the expiration date;
c. For extensions requested after expiration, the request is submitted within twelve (12) months following the date of expiration; and
d. An extension fee, in an amount determined by the Building Official, not to exceed twenty-five percent (25%) of the original permit fee, is paid for each extension.

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(6) Multiple extensions may be granted to cover the requested period of time; however, each extension shall be issued in increments not exceeding one hundred eighty (180) days, and a separate extension fee shall apply to each extension granted.
(7) Any extension granted after expiration shall be deemed a continuation of the original permit and shall not constitute a reissuance or issuance of a new permit.
(8) If no extension is granted, the permit shall remain expired and no further work shall be performed under that permit. The permittee shall be required to submit a new permit application, including all required plans and calculations, and pay all applicable fees in accordance with the codes and regulations then in effect. 150.001.004 FEES AND REFUNDS.
(A) Permit and Inspection Fees. Permit fees shall be as specified per section

15.003 of this code. Permit fees shall be paid at the time of permit issuance.

An inspection fee may be assessed for reinspection, as determined by the Building Official, for any of the following reasons:
(1) The portion of work for which inspection is requested is not complete; (2) Corrections given are not completed;
(3) There is inadequate work site access preventing inspection; (4) The inspection record card is not posted or otherwise available on the work site:
(5) The approved plans are not available for the inspector; (6) Work has deviated from the approved plans and has not been approved by the Building Official.

This Section is not to be interpreted as requiring additional inspection fees the first time a job is rejected for failure to comply with the requirements of this Code.

To obtain re-inspection, the applicant shall pay the re-inspection fee in advance, as determined per the fee resolution.
(B) Plan Checking or Plan Review fees for Buildings or Structures.

When an application for a building permit is submitted for review, a fee shall be paid to the Building Official. Said fee shall be equal to 85 percent of the building permit fee as specified per Section 15.003 of this code.

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In addition to the aforementioned fees, the Building Official may require additional charges for review required by changes, additions or revisions of approved plans or reports, and for services beyond the first and second check due to changes, omissions or errors on the part of the applicant. The payment of said fees shall not exempt any person from compliance with other provisions of this Code.

The fees specified in this Section are separate fees from the permit fees specified in Section 150.001.004 (A)
(C) Plan Check Fee Refunds. Plan check fees may be refunded up to a maximum of eighty percent (80%) of the original plan check fee, provided that:
(1) No plan review has been performed;
(2) A written request for a refund is submitted to the Building Official within one (1) year from the date of payment;
(3) The refundable amount exceeds the equivalent of the minimum fee for the review of drawings and data which are sufficient to determine nature and scope of work in lieu of submittal of plans and specifications, as determined by the current adopted fee schedule. (4) The Building Official shall determine eligibility and the amount of any refund in accordance with these provisions.
(D) Permit Fee Refunds. Permit fees may be refunded to a maximum of eighty percent (80%) of the original permit fee, provided that:
(1) No portion of the work authorized by the permit has commenced; and (2) The permit has been cancelled;
(3) A written request for refund is submitted to the Building Official within one (1) year from the date of permit cancellation or expiration; and (4) The refundable amount exceeds the equivalent of the minimum fee for the review of drawings and data which are sufficient to determine nature and scope of work in lieu of submittal of plans and specifications, as determined by the current adopted fee schedule. (5) Permit issuance fees are non-refundable. The Building Official shall determine eligibility and the amount of any refund in accordance with these provisions.
150.001.005 VALUATION.

The determination of value or valuation under any of the provisions of this code shall be made by the Building Official. Valuation shall be based on the type of construction, occupancy classification, and size of the project, and shall include all components of the APPROVED:

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permitted work, including structural elements, finishes, roofing, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection systems, and other permanently installed features or equipment.

In establishing valuation, the Building Official may reference the most current Building Valuation Data (BVD) published by the International Code Council or other similar industry data sources. These references are intended to provide a consistent and uniform basis for determining construction valuation for fee assessment purposes. The calculated valuation is not required to reflect actual or reported construction costs. 150.001.006 CERTIFICATES.
(A) Certificate of Occupancy. Upon passing final inspection and demonstrating compliance with this Code, applicable laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations, and upon full payment of all required fees, the Building Official may issue a Certificate of Occupancy upon written request by the permit holder.
(1) The Certificate of Occupancy shall include the following information:
a. The building permit number;
b. The address of the building or structure;
c. A description of the portion of the building covered by the certificate;
d. A statement that the described portion was inspected and found to comply with applicable codes and regulations for the intended occupancy and use classification;
e. The date of final approval; and
f. Any additional information deemed necessary by the Building Official.
(B) Temporary Certificate of Occupancy. The Building Official may issue a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy for the use or occupancy of any portion of a building or structure prior to the completion of all permitted work, provided it is determined that no substantial hazard will result from such use or occupancy.
(1) A Temporary Certificate of Occupancy shall:
a. Specify the portion of the building or premises to be occupied; b. Be valid for an initial period of thirty (30) calendar days; and c. Be subject to a fee per 30-day period, as established by the adopted fee schedule.

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(2) If additional time is needed, the Building Official may, upon written request and justification, approve a longer duration by allowing multiple 30-day periods to be purchased in advance. The total authorized time shall be based on project-specific conditions and shall remain at the discretion of the Building Official.
(3) Upon expiration of a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy and any approved extensions, no portion of the building or premises shall be occupied until final approval, or a Certificate of Occupancy is issued. 150.001.007 RECORDATION OF VIOLATION.
(A) General. The Building Official may record a notice with the County Recorder’s Office that a property, building, or structure, or any part thereof, is in violation of any provision of this Code provided that the provisions of this Section are complied with. The remedy provided by this Section is cumulative to any other enforcement actions permitted by this Code. (B) Recordation. If (1) the Building Official determines that any property, building, or structure, or any part thereof is in violation of any provision of this Code; and if (2) the Building Official gives written notice as specified below of said violation; then the Building Official may have sole discretion to, at any time thereafter, record with the County Recorder’s Office a notice that the property and/or any building or structure located thereon is in violation of this Code.

Following the recordation of the notice of violation the Building Official is not required to conduct an inspection or review of the premises to determine the continued existence of the cited violation. It is the responsibility of the property owner, occupant or other similarly interested private party to comply with the above provisions.
(C) Notice. The written notice given pursuant to this Section shall indicate:
(1) The nature of the violation(s); and
(2) That if the violation is not remedied to the satisfaction of the Building Official, the Building Official may, at any time thereafter, record with the County Recorder’s Office a notice that the property and/or any building or structure located thereon is in violation of this Code. The notice shall be posted on the property and shall be mailed to the owner of the property as indicated on the last equalized County Assessment roll. The mailed notice may be by registered, certified, or first-class mail.
(D) Rescission. Any person who desires to have recorded a notice rescinding the notice of violation must first obtain the necessary approvals and permit(s) to correct the violation. Once the Building Official determines that APPROVED:

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the work covered by such permit(s) has been satisfactorily completed, the Building Official may record a notice rescinding the prior notice of violation. (E) Costs. Any person that violates any provision of this Code shall be responsible for the costs of any and all Code enforcement actions taken by the Building Official in response to such violations. These costs shall be based on the amounts shall be as specified per section 15.003 of this code. (F) Work without Permit. Whenever any work has been commenced without a permit as required by the provisions of this Code, a special investigation shall be made prior to the issuance of the permit. An investigation fee specified as per Section 15.003 of this code, shall be collected for each permit so investigated.
(G) Exception. When the building official has determined that the ownerbuilder of a one- or two-family dwelling, accessory building or accessory structure had no knowledge that a permit was necessary and had not previously applied for a permit from the Building Division of the City, the investigation fee shall be as specified per Section 15.003 of this code. The payment of the investigation fee shall not exempt any person from compliance with all other provisions of this Code or from any penalty prescribed by law.
(H) Noncompliance Fee. If the building official, in the course of enforcing the provisions of this Code or any State law, issues an order to a person and that person fails to comply with the order within 15 days following the due date for compliance stated in the order, including any extensions thereof, then the building official shall have the authority to collect a noncompliance fee.

The noncompliance fee shall not be imposed unless the order states that a failure to comply within 15 days after the compliance date specified in the order will result in the fee being imposed. No more than one such fee shall be collected for failure to comply with an order.
150.002 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE ADOPTED BY REFERENCE.
(A) Chapter 1, Division II through Chapter 35 and Appendices C, F, H, I, J, O, P and Q of 2025 California Building Code, Title 24 Part 2 of California Code of Regulations, are hereby adopted by reference pursuant to the provisions of Sections 50022.1 through 50022.10 of the Government Code, and made a part of this code with the same force and effect as though set out herein in full, including all of the regulations, revisions, conditions and terms contained therein, except as revised by Section 150.002.001.

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(B) 2025 California Building Code together with any and all amendments thereto proposed by the City, shall collectively be known as the City of Santa Fe Springs Building Code and may be cited as Section 150.002 of the City of Santa Fe Springs Municipal Code.
(C) The administration of the Building Code shall be as set forth in Chapter 150 Section 150.001 of Santa Fe Springs Municipal Code.
150.002.001 BUILDING CODE AMENDED
(A) Section 101.1 Title amended in its entirety to read:
101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Building Code of the City of Santa Fe Springs, hereinafter referred as “this code”. (B) The administration of the Building Code shall be as set forth in Chapter

15.01 of this Code.
(C) The following Sections of Chapter 1 Division II are deleted. 104.7, 105.2, 105.3.2, 105.5, 107.5, 109.3, 111.1, 111.2, 111.3. (D) Chapter 9 of the Building Code is deleted in its entirety and replaced with Chapter 9 of the California Fire Code as adopted and amended by City of Santa Fe Springs Municipal Code CHAPTER 93: - FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION.
150.003 BUILDING CODE FEES
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 150.002, fees for plan check, inspection and other building code fees shall be as set by resolution of the City Council. 150.004 RESIDENTIAL CODE ADOPTED
(A) Chapter 1, Division II through Chapter 10, Chapter 44 and Appendices AH, AJ, AQ, and AS of the 2025 California Residential Code, Title 24 Part 2.5 of the California Code of Regulations, are hereby adopted by reference pursuant to the provisions of Sections 50022.1 through 50022.10 of the Government Code, and made a part of this code with the same force and effect as though set out herein in full, including all of the regulations, revisions, conditions and terms contained therein, except as revised by Section 150.004.001.
(B) This Section shall be known as the City of Santa Fe Springs Residential Code and may be cited as Section 150.004 of the City of Santa Fe Springs Municipal Code.

APPROVED:

ITEM NO.:
1 ST READING: November 5, 2025
2 ND READING: December 2, 2025
(C) The administration of the Residential Code shall be as set forth in Chapter 150 Section 150.001 of Santa Fe Springs Municipal Code. 150.004.001 RESIDENTIAL CODE AMENDED
Section R301.1.3.2 is amended in its entirety to read:

R301.1.3.2 Wood Frame Structures. The Building Official shall require construction documents to be approved and stamped by a California licensed architect or engineer for all dwellings of wood frame construction more than two stories and basement in height located in Seismic Design Category A, B, or C.

Notwithstanding other sections of law, the law establishing these provisions is found in Business and Professions Code Sections 5537 and 6737.1.

The Building Official shall require construction documents to be approved and stamped by a licensed California architect or engineer for all dwellings of wood frame construction more than one story in height or with a basement located in Seismic Design Category D0, D1, or D2 or E.
150.005 ELECTRICAL CODE ADOPTED
(A) Article 89, Article 90, Chapters 1 through 9, and Annexes A, B, C, D, E, F, G, I, and J of the 2025 California Electrical Code, Title 24 Part 3 of the California Code of Regulations, is hereby adopted by reference pursuant to the provisions of Sections 50022.1 through 50022.10 of the Government Code, and made a part of this code with the same force and effect as though set out herein in full, including all of the regulations, revisions, conditions and terms contained therein.
(B) This section shall be known as the City of Santa Fe Springs Electrical Code and may be cited as Section 150.005 of the City of Santa Fe Springs Municipal Code.
(C) The administration of the Electrical Code shall be as set forth in Chapter 150 Section 150.001 of Santa Fe Springs Municipal Code. 150.005 ELECTRICAL CODE FEES
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 150.004, fees for plan check, inspection and other electrical code fees shall be as set by resolution of the City Council. 150.006 MECHANICAL CODE ADOPTION
(A) Chapter 1, Division II through Chapter 17 and Appendices B, C, and D of the 2025 California Mechanical Code, Title 24 Part 4 of the California Code of Regulations, is hereby adopted by reference pursuant to the provisions APPROVED:

ITEM NO.:
1 ST READING: November 5, 2025
2 ND READING: December 2, 2025
of Sections 50022.1 through 50022.10 of the Government Code, and made a part of this code with the same force and effect as though set out herein in full, including all of the regulations, revisions, conditions and terms contained therein.
(B) This section shall be known as the City of Santa Fe Springs Mechanical Code and may be cited as Section 150.006 of the City of Santa Fe Springs Municipal Code.
(C) The administration of the Mechanical Code shall be as set forth in Chapter 150 Section 150.001 of Santa Fe Springs Municipal Code. 150.007 MECHANICAL CODE FEES
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 150.006, fees for plan check, inspection and other mechanical code fees shall be as set by resolution of the City Council. 150.008 PLUMBING CODE ADOPTED
(A) Chapter 1, Division II through Chapter 17 and Appendices A, B, D, H, I, and J of the 2025 California Plumbing Code, Title 24 Part 5 of the California Code of Regulations, is hereby adopted by reference pursuant to the provisions of Sections 50022.1 through 50022.10 of the Government Code, and made a part of this code with the same force and effect as though set out herein in full, including all of the regulations, revisions, conditions and terms contained.
(B) This section shall be known as the City of Santa Fe Springs Plumbing Code and may be cited as Section 150.008 of the City of Santa Fe Springs Municipal Code.
(C) The administration of the Plumbing Code shall be as set forth in Chapter 150 Section 150.001 of Santa Fe Springs Municipal Code. 150.009 PLUMBING CODE FEES
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 150.008, fees for plan check, inspection and other Plumbing Code fees shall be as set by resolution of the City Council. 150.010 and 150.011 RESERVED

BUILDING NUMBERING
150.055 OFFICE OF OFFICIAL NUMBERER; DUTIES AND FEES.

APPROVED:

ITEM NO.:
1 ST READING: November 5, 2025
2 ND READING: December 2, 2025
(A) The Building Official, or their designee, is hereby designated as the official numberer of buildings within the City and shall be responsible for assigning official numbers and street addresses to all houses, buildings, and structures in accordance with the City’s established street numbering system, coordinated with the official street numbering system of the county. (B) Official numbers and street addresses shall be assigned upon request of the property owner or the owner’s authorized agent. Fees for such services, if any, shall be as established by resolution of the City Council per Section150.003 of this code.
(C) Whenever a change or extension of any street requires a renumbering of buildings, the Building Official, or designee, shall determine and assign the appropriate numbers.
(D) All street addresses shall reference public streets unless, in the opinion of the Planning Director, no public street is reasonably available for addressing purposes.
150.056 ASSIGNMENT, DISPLAY, AND MAINTENANCE OF OFFICIAL NUMBERS. (A) The proper display of building numbers is essential for public safety, emergency response, postal delivery, and general identification purposes.

All houses, buildings, and structures within the City, other than accessory buildings, shall be numbered with the official number or numbers assigned by the Building Official, or designee.
(B) The assigned number shall be placed in the immediate area of the main entrance to the building. If the number is not visible from the street frontage, a separate posting visible from the street shall be required. (C) Each figure of such number shall be at least three (3) inches in height, with fractional figures not less than one-third of that size. Numbers shall contrast with the background on which they are mounted, remain visible and unobstructed by vegetation or other materials, and shall comply with the visibility and location requirements of the California Fire Code or local Fire Department standards, as applicable.
(D) Property owners or persons in possession of property shall maintain assigned numbers in legible condition and shall remove any numbers not officially assigned under this subchapter.
(E) It is unlawful for any person other than the Building Official, or designee, to assign or designate any number or address purporting to be an official street number within the City.

APPROVED:

ITEM NO.:
1 ST READING: November 5, 2025
2 ND READING: December 2, 2025
150.057 NOTIFICATION AND ENFORCEMENT.
(A) The Building Official, or designee, shall notify property owners or persons in possession of property when official numbers have been assigned. Upon receipt of such notice, the owner or occupant shall, within ten (10) days, place the assigned number or numbers upon the premises as required by Section 150.056 and remove any unassigned numbers.
(B) Any person who fails to comply with subsection (A) shall be provided an additional written notice allowing ten (10) days to achieve compliance. Such notice may be issued and delivered by any authorized representative of the City by mail, personal delivery, or other reasonable means. (C) Failure to comply within the time specified shall constitute a violation of this code and shall be subject to enforcement and penalties as provided in Section 10.97 of this code.
150.058 [RESERVED]
150.059 [RESERVED]
150.060 [RESERVED]
150.061 [RESERVED]
Chapter 153 [RESERVED]
APPROVED:

ITEM NO.:
1 ST READING: November 5, 2025
2 ND READING: December 2, 2025
EXHIBIT “B”
2025

LOCAL AMENDMENTS FINDINGS
I. GEOLOGICAL CONDITIONS
The City of Santa Fe Springs is prone to seismic activity due to the existence of active faults in the Southern California area. After the 1994 Northridge Earthquake, the Wood Frame Construction Joint Task Force recommended that the quality of wood frame construction needed to be greatly improved. The Task Force recommended that structural plans be prepared by the engineer or architect so that plan examiners, building inspectors, contractors, and special inspectors may logically follow and construct the seismic force-resisting systems as presented in the construction documents. For buildings or structures located in Seismic Design Category D0, D1, D2, or E that are subject to a greater level of seismic forces, the requirement to have a California licensed architect or engineer prepare the construction documents is intended to minimize or reduce structural deficiencies that may cause excessive damage or injuries in wood frame buildings. Involvement of a registered professional will minimize the occurrence of structural deficiencies such as plan and vertical irregularities, improper shear transfer of the seismic force-resisting system, missed details or connections important to the structural system, and the improper application of the prescriptive requirements of the California Residential Code.

II. CLIMACTIC CONDITIONS:

Climatic events in Los Angeles County, which includes the City of Santa Fe Springs, continue to have a short and long-term impact on building requirements. For example, damage and injuries related to El Nino type storms, droughts, and fires have driven changes to the building codes. These changes were based on lessons learned from these events and were developed to lessen the impact of the next climatic event.

The topography of Los Angeles County is diverse. It encompasses the islands of Santa Catalina, 35 miles offshore in the Pacific Ocean, the broad expanses of the Los Angeles basin and the San Fernando Valley, the Santa Monica Mountains that reach over 3,000 feet, the San Gabriel Mountains that exceed 10,000 feet, and the dry and sparsely populated Antelope Valley of the Mojave Desert.

Los Angeles County’s climate is greatly affected by topography. Like the terrain, the climate of Los Angeles County is one of extremes. The complex coastal topography and mountainous regions, for example, can induce heavy precipitation. The mountain and foothill areas create special weather conditions. Moist air masses move inland from the Pacific and are cooled as they meet and rise over the mountains. This cooling produces heavy rainfalls on the windward slopes, known as the orographic effect.

Some of the heaviest 24-hour precipitation totals ever reported in the entire state of APPROVED:

ITEM NO.:
1 ST READING: November 5, 2025
2 ND READING: December 2, 2025
California were recorded in these local mountains. Over 26 inches of rain fell in just 24 hours in the San Gabriel Mountains in 1943. In fact, in 1998, the U.S. Department of Commerce estimated that the maximum probable 24-hour precipitation is over 48 inches for the mountain ranges of Los Angeles County. This type of precipitation makes floods more likely.

The entire County of Los Angeles, including the City of Santa Fe Springs, has a distinct wet season. Floods are more frequent during this season. When a very wet winter follows several dry ones, severe flooding can occur. This creates severe hazards from mud and debris flows. Documented debris avalanches have occurred in Los Angeles County during at least 9 rainy seasons since 1915.

Wind is another complex climatic condition affecting Los Angeles County. Wind is a major factor affecting the size of wildfires. Specifically, the Santa Ana Winds occurring in late summer and early fall, compress air through mountain gaps into the Los Angeles Basin, warming the area by five degrees Fahrenheit for every 1,000 feet that it descends. These winds become hot and dry and reach gale force when descending into the basin. These winds in conjunction with topography create areas within Los Angeles County such as Malibu that have the highest levels of fire activity in the entire country.

Finally, lack of precipitation is another climatic condition found in Los Angeles County.

Drought conditions from 1975 through 1977 caused agricultural damage and proliferated wildfires and landslides and thereby ushered in the era of low-flow water fixtures and natural landscaping as mandated in the County’s building code.

CODE SECTION TITLE (Clarification) FINDINGS
Chapter 9 of Building
Code
Fire Protection and Life
Safety Systems
I. Geological Conditions; and
II. Climatic Conditions
R301.1.3.2 Wood Frame Structures I. Geological Conditions ITEM # 20

CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: René Bobadilla, P.E., City Manager
BY: James Enriquez, P.E., Director of Public Works / City Engineer SUBJECT: COMMERCIAL STREET IMPROVEMENT FOR SPRINGDALE AVENUE, WAKEMAN STREET AND JOHN STREET – FINAL PAYMENT
DATE: November 5, 2025
RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Approve the Final Payment to Hardy & Harper, Inc. of Lake Forest, California for $114,356 (Less 5% Retention); and
2) Approve the final contract amount with Hardy & Harper, Inc., in the amount of $1,600,226; and
3) Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.

FISCAL IMPACT
The Commercial Street Improvement for Springdale Avenue, Wakeman Street and John Street project is an approved Capital Improvement Program (CIP) project funded through a combination of private Development Impact Street Resurfacing Fees, Redevelopment Bond Fund and the Measure SFS Fund.

On June 17, 2025, an appropriation of $1,095,000 from the Measure SFS Fund was approved to address the project shortfall. The total budget for the project is $2,565,000.

The total project fund breakdown is estimated as follows:

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF NOVEMBER 5, 2025

COMMERCIAL STREET IMPROVEMENT FOR SPRINGDALE AVENUE, WAKEMAN STREET AND JOHN STREET – FINAL PAYMENT

STREET NAME AND FUND ESTIMATED FUND AMOUNT
Springdale Avenue (PW220106)
Development Impact Street Resurfacing Fees $ 540,000
Wakeman Street (PW220501)
Redevelopment Bond Fund $ 300,000
John Street (PW220105)
Development Impact Street Resurfacing Fees $ 630,000
Measure SFS Fund (43104310 – 542050) $ 1,095,000
Total Estimated Project Funds: $ 2,565,000
The total project cost breakdown is estimated as follows:

Commercial Street Improvements (Springdale Avenue, Wakeman Street, John Street)
ITEM: ESTIMATED PROJECT COSTS
Construction Contract (Final Amount) $ 1,600,226
Design $ 132,000
Engineering $ 160,000
Inspection $ 60,000
Total Estimated Project Cost: $ 1,952,226
The project is estimated to close with a surplus of approximately $612,774, which will be returned to the Measure SFS Fund and made available to program for other projects.

The payment detail provided in Attachment A represent the final payment due, less a 5% retention, according to the terms of the contract. This payment is for work that has been completed and deemed satisfactory. The retention will be released after the mandatory waiting period following the filing of the Notice of Completion with the LA County Registrar-Recorder.

BACKGROUND
The commercial street improvement project includes three segments located on: 1) Springdale Avenue (from Florence Avenue to Clark Street); 2) Wakeman Street (from Sorensen Avenue to the end of the cul-de-sac); and 3) John Street (from Los Nietos Road to Sorensen Avenue). Each segment involved the pulverization and removal of eleven inches of existing asphalt and base. This was followed by the installation of fiberreinforced asphalt concrete pavement over a cement-treated base. Additionally, the project required the removal and replacement of damaged curb and gutter, sidewalks, curb ramps, parkway drains, and driveways as needed.

On June 17, 2025, the City Council approved the award of a contract to Hardy & Harper, Inc. in the amount of $1,605,000 for the construction of the Commercial Street CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF NOVEMBER 5, 2025

COMMERCIAL STREET IMPROVEMENT FOR SPRINGDALE AVENUE, WAKEMAN STREET AND JOHN STREET – FINAL PAYMENT

Improvement for Springdale Avenue, Wakeman Street and John Street project. The final contract amount is $1,600,226, which includes adjustments of final quantities for unit priced items as measured during construction.

ANALYSIS
N/A

ENVIRONMENTAL
Pursuant to the guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Commercial Street Improvements for Springdale Avenue, Wakeman Street and John Street project is categorically exempt under Class 1(c) for existing facilities. Under CEQA, a project is exempt if the scope of work is limited to the repair, maintenance, and minor alterations of an existing facility (existing highways and streets are included examples).

DISCUSSION
The new pavement sections have eliminated potholes and will support heavy repetitive loads generated by trucks and other vehicles. These street improvements have also increased pavement service life, enhanced traffic operations, and will reduce future maintenance costs.

SUMMARY/NEXT STEPS
Upon the City Council approval of the recommended actions, the Public Works Department will coordinate with the Finance Department to issue a final payment to Hardy & Harper, Inc. and proceed to close the project. The Public Works Department will then file the Notice of Completion with the LA County Registrar-Recorder as a part of the project closure. Following the mandatory waiting period after the filing of the Notice of Completion, Public Works will work with the Finance Department to release the retention payment.

ATTACHMENTS:

A. Final Payment Detail
ITEM STATUS:

APPROVED: ☐
DENIED: ☐
TABLED: ☐
DIRECTION GIVEN: ☐
Contractor: $ 108,638.44
32 Rancho Circle
Item
No. Quantity Units Unit Price Total Quantity Amount Quantity Amount

CONTRACT WORK

1. Mobilization. 1 L.S. $ 25,000.00 $ 25,000.00 25% $ 6,250.00 100% $ 25,000.00

2. Traffic Control and Public Safety. 1 L.S. $ 41,150.00 $ 41,150.00 25% $ 10,287.50 100% $ 41,150.00

3. Preparation, Implementation and Modification of the SWPPP. 1 L.S. $ 5,000.00 $ 5,000.00 25% $ 1,250.00 100% $ 5,000.00

4. Construction Survey and Monument Perpetuation. 1 L.S. $ 5,000.00 $ 5,000.00 25% $ 1,250.00 100% $ 5,000.00

5. Pulverize Existing A.C. Pavement and Base to a Depth of 11". Remove and Dispose of 4" of Pulverized Base and Treat Remaining with 5% Cement to a Depth of 7". 52,000 S.F. $ 2.75 $ 143,000.00 0 $ - 53,240 $ 146,410.00

6. Apply Tack Coat and Construct 4" Fiber Reinforced Asphalt Concrete (FRAC) Pavement. 1,350 TON $ 135.00 $ 182,250.00 0 $ - 1,367.49 $ 184,611.15

7. Remove Existing and Construct PCC Curb & Gutter (Full Height and Depressed Curb) and Base per City Standard R-7 and R-6.2. 185 L.F. $ 110.00 $ 20,350.00 0 $ - 184 $ 20,240.00

8. Remove Existing and Construct PCC Sidewalk and Base per City Standard R-2.2. 150 S.F. $ 25.00 $ 3,750.00 0 $ - 87.5 $ 2,187.50

9. Remove Existing and Construct PCC Commercial Driveway and Base per City Standard R-6.2. 2,500 S.F. $ 32.00 $ 80,000.00 0 $ - 2,562.75 $ 82,008.00

10. Adjust to Grade Existing Manhole Frame and Cover. 4 EA $ 1,500.00 $ 6,000.00 4 $ 6,000.00 4 $ 6,000.00

11. Adjust to Grade Existing Water Valve Cover, Frame, and Box. 7 EA $ 1,500.00 $ 10,500.00 7 $ 10,500.00 7 $ 10,500.00

12. Traffic Signing, Thermoplastic Markings and Striping, Pavement Markers and Repaint Curb. 1 L.S. $ 6,000.00 $ 6,000.00 100% $ 6,000.00 1 $ 6,000.00

13. Remove Existing Curb Drain and Construct New Parkway Drain Per SPPWC 151-2, Modified to Include Frame and Cover Per SPPWC 152-3. 1 EA $ 12,000.00 $ 12,000.00 0.5 $ 6,000.00 0.5 $ 6,000.00

14. Over excavation, Import and Place CMB. 100 C.Y. $ 100.00 $ 10,000.00 0 $ - 126 $ 12,600.00 $ 550,000.00 $ 47,537.50 $ 552,706.65

15. Mobilization. 1 L.S. $ 20,000.00 $ 20,000.00 25% $ 5,000.00 100% $ 20,000.00

16. Traffic Control and Public Safety. 1 L.S. $ 38,075.00 $ 38,075.00 25% $ 9,518.75 100% $ 38,075.00

17. Preparation, Implementation and Modification of the SWPPP. 1 L.S. $ 5,000.00 $ 5,000.00 25% $ 1,250.00 100% $ 5,000.00

18. Construction Survey and Monument Perpetuation. 1 L.S. $ 6,000.00 $ 6,000.00 25% $ 1,500.00 100% $ 6,000.00

19. Pulverize Existing A.C. Pavement and Base to a Depth of 11". Remove and Dispose of 4" of Pulverized Base and Treat Remaining with 5% Cement to a Depth of 7". 28,700 S.F. $ 2.75 $ 78,925.00 0 $ - 30,620 $ 84,205.00

20. Apply Tack Coat and Construct 4" Fiber Reinforced Asphalt Concrete (FRAC) Pavement. 750 TON $ 135.00 $ 101,250.00 0 $ - 739.11 $ 99,779.85

21. Remove Existing and Construct PCC Curb & Gutter (Full Height and Depressed Curb) and Base per City Standard R-7 and R-6.2. 380 L.F. $ 110.00 $ 41,800.00 0 $ - 366 $ 40,260.00

22. Remove Existing and Construct PCC Sidewalk and Base per City Standard R-2.2. 50 S.F. $ 25.00 $ 1,250.00 0 $ - 39 $ 975.00

23. Remove Existing and Construct PCC Commercial Driveway and Base per City Standard R-6.2. 2,850 S.F. $ 32.00 $ 91,200.00 0 $ - 2,860 $ 91,520.00

24. Adjust to Grade Existing Manhole Frame and Cover. 3 EA $ 1,500.00 $ 4,500.00 3 $ 4,500.00 3 $ 4,500.00

25. Adjust to Grade Existing Water Valve Cover, Frame, and Box. 2 EA $ 1,500.00 $ 3,000.00 2 $ 3,000.00 2 $ 3,000.00

26. Traffic Signing, Thermoplastic Markings and Striping, Pavement Markers and Repaint Curb. 1 L.S. $ 4,000.00 $ 4,000.00 100% $ 4,000.00 1 $ 4,000.00

27. Over excavation, Import and Place CMB. 100 C.Y. $ 100.00 $ 10,000.00 0 $ - 85 $ 8,500.00 $ 405,000.00 $ 28,768.75 $ 405,814.85
Springdale Avenue
Springdale Avenue Subtotal:

Wakeman Street
Wakeman Street Subtotal:

Description Contract Completed This Period Completed To Date Payment Detail: Hardy & Harper, Inc. Final Payment:

COMMERCIAL STREET IMPROVEMENTS FOR SPRINGDALE AVENUE, WAKEMAN STREET AND JOHN STREET Lake Forest, CA 92630

ATTACHMENT A
Contractor: $ 108,638.44
32 Rancho Circle
Item
No. Quantity Units Unit Price Total Quantity Amount Quantity Amount

CONTRACT WORK
Description Contract Completed This Period Completed To Date Payment Detail: Hardy & Harper, Inc. Final Payment:

COMMERCIAL STREET IMPROVEMENTS FOR SPRINGDALE AVENUE, WAKEMAN STREET AND JOHN STREET Lake Forest, CA 92630

28. Mobilization. 1 L.S. $ 30,000.00 $ 30,000.00 25% $ 7,500.00 100% $ 30,000.00

29. Traffic Control and Public Safety. 1 L.S. $ 43,200.00 $ 43,200.00 25% $ 10,800.00 100% $ 43,200.00

30. Preparation, Implementation and Modification of the SWPPP. 1 L.S. $ 5,000.00 $ 5,000.00 25% $ 1,250.00 100% $ 5,000.00

31. Construction Survey and Monument Perpetuation. 1 L.S. $ 8,000.00 $ 8,000.00 25% $ 2,000.00 100% $ 8,000.00

32. Pulverize Existing A.C. Pavement and Base to a Depth of 11". Remove and Dispose of 4" of Pulverized Base and Treat Remaining with 5% Cement to a Depth of 7". 63,200 S.F. $ 2.75 $ 173,800.00 0 $ - 62,880 $ 172,920.00

33. Apply Tack Coat and Construct 4" Fiber Reinforced Asphalt Concrete (FRAC) Pavement. 1,650 TON $ 135.00 $ 222,750.00 0 $ - 1,584.15 $ 213,860.25

34. Remove Existing and Construct PCC Curb & Gutter (Full Height and Depressed Curb) and Base per City Standard R-7 and R-6.2. 300 L.F. $ 110.00 $ 33,000.00 0 $ - 305 $ 33,550.00

35. Remove Existing and Construct PCC Sidewalk and Base per City Standard R-2.2. 430 S.F. $ 25.00 $ 10,750.00 0 $ - 350 $ 8,750.00

36. Remove Existing and Construct PCC Commercial Driveway and Base per City Standard R-6.2. 2,250 S.F. $ 32.00 $ 72,000.00 0 $ - 2,625.75 $ 84,024.00

37. Adjust to Grade Existing Manhole Frame and Cover. 3 EA $ 1,500.00 $ 4,500.00 3 $ 4,500.00 3 $ 4,500.00

38. Adjust to Grade Existing Water Valve Cover, Frame, and Box. 1 EA $ 1,500.00 $ 1,500.00 1 $ 1,500.00 1 $ 1,500.00

39. Adjust to Grade Existing Monitoring Well Frame and Cover. 3 EA $ 1,500.00 $ 4,500.00 3 $ 4,500.00 3 $ 4,500.00

40. Traffic Signing, Thermoplastic Markings and Striping, Pavement Markers and Repaint Curb. 1 L.S. $ 6,000.00 $ 6,000.00 1 $ 6,000.00 100% $ 6,000.00

41. Remove Existing And Construct 4" PCC Curb Ramp with Black Truncated Domes and Base per Caltrans Standard Plan A88A. 1 EA $ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00 0 $ - 1 $ 10,000.00

42. Remove Existing Parkway Drain and Construct New Parkway Drain Per SPPWC 151-2, Modified to Include Frame and Cover Per SPPWC 152-3. 1 EA $ 15,000.00 $ 15,000.00 0 $ - 1 $ 15,000.00

43. Over excavation, Import and Place CMB. 100 C.Y. $ 100.00 $ 10,000.00 0 $ - 9 $ 900.00 $ 650,000.00 $ 38,050.00 $ 641,704.25
$ 1,605,000.00 $ 114,356.25 $ 1,600,225.75
CONTRACT PAYMENTS:

Total Items Completed to Date:

Less 5% Retention: Invoice Due Date Invoice Pay Date Payment Amount 09/10/2025 001 09/30/2025 10/09/2025 $ 1,411,576.02 $ 74,293.48 10/10/2025 002 10/28/2025 11/06/2025 $ 108,638.44 $ 5,717.81 Amount
$ 108,638.44
$ 5,717.81
Robert Garcia
James Enriquez, P.E.

SPRINGDALE - WAKEMAN - JOHN COMBINED CONTRACT TOTAL:

John Street Subtotal
Final Payment:

John Street
Retention Amount
Progress Payment No. 1:
43104310 - 542050
$ 1,600,225.75
Invoice Date. Invoice No.

Warrant Billing Period
$ 80,011.29
$ 108,638.44
Account
$ 1,411,576.02
Finance Please Pay:

Approved by Public Works Director:
5% Retention Completed this Period: 270010
Recommended by Project Manager: Robert Garcia #2232 10/10/25 ITEM # 21

CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: René Bobadilla, P.E., City Manager
BY: James Enriquez, P.E., Director of Public Works / City Engineer SUBJECT: MEASURES SFS - COMMERCIAL STREET IMPROVEMENT FOR

DINARD AVE, MARYTON AVE, MARQUARDT AVE, PARK ST & PIKE ST – AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR CONSTRUCTION BIDS
DATE: November 5, 2025
RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Approve the Plans and Specifications for the Measure SFS Commercial Street Improvement for Dinard Ave, Maryton Ave, Marquardt Ave, Park St and Pike St Project; and
2) Authorize the City Engineer to advertise construction bids; and 3) Authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice of Exemption for the subject project with the Los Angeles Registrar-Recorder; and
4) Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.

FISCAL IMPACT
The Measure SFS Commercial Street Improvement Project includes Dinard Ave (Maryton Ave to Rosecrans Ave), Maryton Ave (Dinard Ave to Rosecrans Ave), Marquardt Ave (Imperial Hwy to 625 feet southerly), Park St (Shoemaker Ave to west cul-de-sac), Pike St (Norwalk Blvd to west cul-de-sac), Park St (Shoemaker Ave to east cul-de-sac), and Pike St (Norwalk Blvd to east cul-de-sac). The street improvement projects are approved Capital Improvement Plan projects and were originally funded with Redevelopment Bond Funds as shown below:

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF NOVEMBER 5, 2025

MEASURE SFS - COMMERCIAL STREET IMPROVEMENT FOR DINARD AVE, MARYTON AVE, MARQUARDT AVE, PARK ST, AND PIKE ST – AUTHORIZATION

TO ADVERTISE

Street Improvement
Account
No. Budget
Dinard Ave (Maryton Ave to Rosecrans Ave) PW230503 $ 450,000 Maryton Ave (Dinard Ave to Rosecrans Ave) PW230502 $ 530,000 Marquardt Ave (Imperial Hwy. to 625 feet southerly) PW230501 $ 355,000 Park St (Shoemaker Ave to west cul-de-sac) and
Park St (Shoemaker Ave to east cul-de-sac)
PW220502 $ 320,000
Pike St (Norwalk Blvd to west cul-de-sac) and Pike St
(Norwalk Blvd to east cul-de-sac)
PW230505 $ 525,000
Total Measure SFS Fund Budget $ 2,180,000
Total Expenditures to Date $ 265,324
Total Remaining Balance of Redevelopment Bond Fund $ 1,914,676 The project will be advertised as a single construction contract to maximize economies of scale; however, staff is anticipating a project funding shortfall. Upon the opening of bids and at the award of contract, staff will recommend releasing the total remaining balance of the Redevelopment Bond Funds back to the Redevelopment Bond Fund and covering the shortfall with Measure SFS funds.

The cost estimate for the project is derived from the most current costs for similar types of construction projects in the area. The total estimated project costs are as follows:

Street Improvements (Dinard Ave., Maryton Ave., Marquardt Ave., Park St. Pike St.) Item Estimated Project Costs
Construction $ 2,950,000
Design $ 267,000
Engineering $ 100,000
Inspection $ 100,000
Contingency $ 443,000
Total Estimated Project Cost: $ 3,860,000

BACKGROUND
On July 16, 2024, the City Council authorized the Director of Public Works to execute a Task Order for On-Call Professional Engineering Services with NV5 for the designs of the CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF NOVEMBER 5, 2025

MEASURE SFS - COMMERCIAL STREET IMPROVEMENT FOR DINARD AVE, MARYTON AVE, MARQUARDT AVE, PARK ST, AND PIKE ST – AUTHORIZATION

TO ADVERTISE

commercial street project segments. The Consultant prepared the project plans, specifications, and engineering estimates with staff oversight.

The Measure SFS Commercial Street Improvement Project segments are located on Dinard Ave (from Maryton Ave to Rosecrans Ave), Maryton Ave (from Dinard Ave to Rosecrans Ave), Marquardt Ave (from Imperial Hwy to 625 ft south), Park St (from Shoemaker Ave to the west cul-de-sac), and Pike St (Norwalk Blvd to west cul-de-sac), Park St (from Shoemaker Ave to the east cul-de-sac), and Pike St (Norwalk Blvd to east cul-de-sac). Attachments 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 denote the seven street improvement project segments. All seven project segments consist of grinding the top 5 inches of existing asphalt and placement of 2 inches of fiber-reinforced asphalt concrete pavement over 3 inches of asphalt concrete base. Other improvements include removal and replacement of curb & gutter, sidewalks, curb ramps, parkway drains, and driveways, as needed.

The project plans and specifications are complete, and the Public Works Department is ready to advertise the construction bids for this project, upon approval from City Council.

A copy of the project plans and specifications will be on file with the City Clerk.

ANALYSIS
The proposed new paving sections will eliminate potholes, support heavy repetitive loads generated by trucks/vehicles, increase pavement service life, and allow for a smooth riding roadway.

ENVIRONMENTAL
Pursuant to the guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Commercial Street Improvement for Dinard Ave, Maryton Ave, Marquardt Ave, Park St and Pike St. Project is categorically exempt under Class 1(c) for existing facilities. Under CEQA, a project is exempt if the scope of work is limited to the repair, maintenance, and minor alterations of an existing facility (existing highways and streets are included examples).

DISCUSSION
These street improvements will improve the structural condition of the existing street segments, enhance traffic operations, and reduce future maintenance costs.

SUMMARY/NEXT STEPS
Upon City Council’s approval of the recommended actions, City staff will advertise the project for construction bids.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF NOVEMBER 5, 2025

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TO ADVERTISE

ATTACHMENTS:

A. Dinard Avenue
B. Maryton Avenue
C. Marquardt Avenue
D. Park Street (to west cul-de-sac)
E. Pike Street (to west cul-de-sac)
F. Park Street (to east cul-de-sac)
G. Pike Street (to east cul-de-sac)
ITEM STATUS:

APPROVED: ☐
DENIED: ☐
TABLED: ☐
DIRECTION GIVEN: ☐
ATTACHMENT 1
ATTACHMENT 2
ATTACHMENT 3
ATTACHMENT 4
ATTACHMENT 5
TELEGRAPH RD.

SHOEMAKER AVE

PARK ST
Legend
Area of Work

PARK ST (SHOEMAKER AVE TO EAST CUL-DE-SAC)
N
ATTACHMENT 6
Legend
Area of Work

PIKE ST (NORWALK BLVD TO EAST CUL-DE-SAC)
N
ATTACHMENT 7
ITEM # 22

CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: René Bobadilla, P.E., City Manager
BY: James Enriquez, P.E., Director of Public Works / City Engineer SUBJECT: RESIDENTIAL CONCRETE IMPROVEMENTS 2025-2026 –

AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR CONSTRUCTION BIDS
DATE: November 5, 2025
RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Approve adding the Residential Concrete Improvements 2025-2026 project to the Capital Improvement Plan; and
2) Appropriate $485,000 from the Utility Users Tax (UUT) Capital Improvement Plan Fund to the Residential Concrete Improvements 2025-2026; and 3) Approve the Plans & Specifications; and
4) Authorize the City Engineer to advertise for construction bids; and 5) Authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice of Exemption for the subject project with the Los Angeles Registrar-Recorder; and
6) Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.

FISCAL IMPACT
The proposed Residential Concrete Improvements 2025-2026 project is a new Capital Improvement Plan project and staff is recommending adding the project to the Capital Improvement Plan. Staff is also recommending an appropriation from the Utility Users Tax (UUT) Capital Improvement Plan Fund in the amount of $485,000 that includes construction, engineering, design, inspection, and contingency.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF NOVEMBER 5, 2025 RESIDENTIAL CONCRETE IMPROVEMENTS 2025 - 2026 – AUTHORIZATION TO

ADVERTISE FOR CONSTRUCTION BIDS

The cost estimates for the projects are derived from the most current costs for similar types of construction projects in the area. The total estimated project costs are as follows:

Item: Estimated Project Costs
Construction $ 315,000
Design $ 15,000
Engineering $ 25,000
Inspection $ 40,000
Contingency $ 90,000
Total Estimated Project Cost: $ 485,000

BACKGROUND
The proposed project consists of the removal and replacement of existing uplifted and/or damaged sidewalk, driveways, curb and gutter, and curb ramp replacements located in the residential community. A complete listing of the proposed concrete improvements is shown in Attachments A-C.

The specifications are complete, and the Public Works Department is ready to advertise for construction bids, upon approval from City Council. A copy of the specifications will be on file with the City Clerk.

ANALYSIS
N/A

ENVIRONMENTAL
Pursuant to the guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Residential Concrete Improvements 2025-2026 project is categorically exempt under Class 1(c) for existing facilities. Under CEQA, a project is exempt if the scope of work is limited to the repair, maintenance, and minor alterations of an existing facility (existing highways and streets are included examples). Once the project is approved and the City is ready to award a construction contract, a recommendation to file a Notice of Exemption will be requested.

DISCUSSION
These concrete improvements will improve the structural condition of the existing sidewalk segments, driveways, curb ramps and curb and gutter segments and reduce future maintenance costs. Additionally, the concrete repairs will be completed in advance of the slurry sealing of these streets which is planned in the next couple of years.

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ADVERTISE FOR CONSTRUCTION BIDS

SUMMARY/NEXT STEPS
Upon City Council’s approval of the recommended actions, City staff will advertise the project and await the construction bid opening.

ATTACHMENT(S):

A. Residential Concrete Improvements 2025-2026 – Location Map B. Residential Concrete Improvements 2025-2026 – Removal and Replacement Matrix Exhibit
C. Curb Ramp Location Map
ITEM STATUS:

APPROVED:

DENIED:

TABLED:

DIRECTION GIVEN:

RESIDENTIAL CONCRETE IMPROVEMENTS 2025-2026 - REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT MATRIX NO. ADDRESS SIDEWALK REMOVE/REPLACE LENGTH (FT) WIDTH (FT) AREA (SF) CURB AND GUTTER REMOVE AND REPLACE (LF) DRIVEWAY REMOVE AND REPLACE AREA (SF) 1 11403 Darcy St (on Kinghorn St.) Sidewalk 20 4 80
2 11459 Darcy St Sidewalk 10 4 40 Curb and Gutter 40
3 11431 Darcy St Sidewalk 10 4 40 Driveway 135
4 11421 Darcy St Sidewalk 4 4 16
5 11420 Darcy St Sidewalk 11 4 44
6 11430 Darcy St Sidewalk 22 4 88
7 11465 Darcy St Curb and Gutter 40
8 11452 Darcy St Curb and Gutter 40
9 11425 Darcy St Sidewalk 31.25 4 125
10 11456 Kinghorn St Sidewalk 29 4 116
11 11465 Kinghorn St Sidewalk 20 4 80
12 11459 Kinghorn St Sidewalk 24 4 96 Curb and Gutter 40 13 11453 Kinghorn St Sidewalk 10 4 40
14 11447 Kinghorn St Sidewalk 25 4 100
15 11437 Kinghorn St Sidewalk 32 4 128
16 11424 Kinghorn St Driveway 221
17 11415 Kinghorn St Sidewalk 17 4 68
18 11403 Kinghorn St Sidewalk 8 4 32
19 11446 Kinghorn St Sidewalk 20 4 80 Driveway 225
20 10630 Roseton Ave Driveway 221
21 10631 Roseton Ave Sidewalk 45 4 180 Driveway 130
22 10703 Roseton Ave Sidewalk 45 4 180
23 South of 10708 Roseton Ave Sidewalk 33 4 132
24 10708 Roseton Ave Sidewalk 41 4 164
25 10614 Roseton Ave Sidewalk 47 4 188
26 10550 Roseton Ave Sidewalk 27 4 108 Curb and Gutter 37 27 10544 Roseton Ave Driveway 268
28 10540 Roseton Ave Sidewalk 45 4 180 Curb and Gutter 26 29 10512 Roseton Ave Sidewalk 4 4 16
30 10512 Roseton Ave Sidewalk 9 4 36
31 10518 Roseton Ave Sidewalk 37 4 148
32 10524 Roseton Ave Sidewalk 10 4 40
33 10534 Roseton Ave Driveway 221
34 11470 Clarkman St (on Roseton St) Sidewalk 39 4 156 Curb and Gutter 50 35 11468 Kinghorn St Sidewalk 8 4 32
36 11468 Kinghorn St (on Roseton St) Sidewalk 25 4 100
37 10625 Roseton St Sidewalk 28 4 112
38 10619 Roseton St Sidewalk 21 4 84 Driveway 125
39 11434 Otto St (1)
Sidewalk

33.93686, -118.08968 9 6 54
40 11434 Otto St (2)
Sidewalk

33.93685, -118.08989 10 6 60
41 11434 Otto St (3)
Sidewalk

33.93673, -118.09010 10 6 60
42 11434 Otto St (4)
Sidewalk

33.93682, -118.08934 26 6 156
43 11434 Otto St (5)
Curb and Gutter

33.93675, -118.08953 8
44 11434 Otto St (6)
Driveway

33.936732, -118.089288 208
45 10632-10626 Orr and Day Rd
Sidewalk

33.93715, -118.09049 33 4 132
46 11458 Clarkman St Sidewalk 14.75 4 59 Driveway 130
47 11442 Clarkman St Driveway 160
48 11420 Clarkman St Driveway 135
49 11415 Darcy St Curb and Gutter 40 Driveway 135
50 11402 Darcy St Curb and Gutter 17
51 10637 Roseton Ave Driveway 150

FLORENCE AVE ROSETON AVE ROSETON AVE

OTTO ST KINGHORN ST DARCY ST CLARKMAN ST ORR AND DAY RD ORR AND DAY RD 10714 10708 10702 10636 10630 10626 10620 10614 10703 10637 10631 10625 10619 10613 11452 11456 11462 11468 10610 10604 10550 10544 10540 11453 11459 11465 11469 10534 10528 10524 10518 10512 10506 10502 11458 11464 11529 11459 11465 11471 11452 11453 11447 11448 11449 11402 11408 11414 11420 11424 11430 11436 11442 11448 11452 11458 11464 11470 11403 11409 11415 11421 11425 11431 11437 11443 11402 11408 11414 11420 11424 11430 11436 11442 11403 11409 11415 11419 11425 11431 11437 11443 11408 11430 11434 11440 11446 10626 10628 10632 11433 11434 Legend
Curb Ramp Location* CURB RAMP LOCATIONS
11402 11412 11418 11424
*All curb ramps are assumed to be
Caltrans A88A Case B. Contractor to
verify with City Inspector on final
case selection in the field. 1

CURB RAMP LOCATIONS
Legend
Description
Curb Ramp Location* ORR AND DAY ROAD

FLOSSMOOR ROAD
*All curb ramps are assumed to be
Caltrans A88A Case B. Contractor to
verify with City Inspector on final
case selection in the field. 2
ITEM # 23

CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: René Bobadilla, P.E., City Manager
BY: James Enriquez, P.E., Director of Public Works / City Engineer SUBJECT: LETTER OF AGREEMENT: RECONNECTING COMMUNITES AND

NEIGHBORHOODS
DATE: November 5, 2025
RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Approve the Letter of Agreement - Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods; and
2) Authorize the City Manager to execute the Letter of Agreement - Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods; and
3) Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

FISCAL IMPACT
Costs incurred by the City under the Letter of Agreement will be reimbursed through the RCN Grant Program on a progress basis through LACMTA. There is no local match required for the proposed improvements.

BACKGROUND
In preparation for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) is collaborating with local municipalities throughout Los Angeles County, to implement a subset of projects from the 2028 Olympic Games Mobility Concept Plan collectively referred to as the Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhood Project (RCN Project). The RCN Project includes the implementation of 35.5 miles of bus priority improvements, development of five mobility hubs, five first/last CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF NOVEMBER 5, 2025 LETTER OF AGREEMENT – RECONNECTING COMMUNITIES AND

NEIGHBORHOODS

mile investments, 60 bikeshare locations, and other public right-of-way infrastructure improvements.

The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) awarded LACMTA funding for the implementation of the RCN Project through the Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods Grant program (RCN Grant Program). Per LACMTA’s RCN Project schedule, construction of Improvements is anticipated to begin in early 2027 and be completed by December 31, 2027.

ANALYSIS
Approval of the Letter of Agreement Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods allows the mutually agreed upon improvements to be completed in the public rights-ofway within the City's jurisdiction as part of the Imperial Highway Bus Corridor Enhancements RCN Project. The purpose of this Letter of Agreement is to define the manner in which LACMTA and the City will cooperate and coordinate on the Design and Construction of the RCN Project.

ENVIRONMENTAL
N/A

DISCUSSION
N/A

SUMMARY/NEXT STEPS
Upon City Council approval, staff will notify LACMTA of the executed RCN Letter of Agreement for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

ATTACHMENTS:

A) Letter of Agreement - Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods ITEM STATUS:

APPROVED: ☐
DENIED: ☐
TABLED: ☐
DIRECTION GIVEN: ☐
1 November 5, 2025
Rene Bobadilla
City Manager
City of Santa Fe Springs
11710 E. Telegraph Road
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
LETTER OF AGREEMENT: RECONNECTING COMMUNITIES AND NEIGHBORHOODS

1.1 In preparation for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority ("LACMTA") is collaborating with local municipalities throughout Los Angeles County, to implement a subset of projects from the 2028 Olympic Games Mobility Concept Plan collectively referred to as the Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhood Project ("RCN Project"). The RCN Project includes the implementation of 35.5 miles of bus priority improvements, development of five mobility hubs, five first/last mile investments, 60 bikeshare locations, and other public right-of-way infrastructure improvements (collectively referred to as "Improvements") (See LACMTA Board Report File #2024-0913).

The U.S. Department of Transportation ("USDOT") awarded LACMTA funding for the implementation of the RCN Project through the Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods Grant program ("RCN Grant Program"). Costs incurred under the LOA that will be reimbursed through the RCN Grant Program must comply with the federal procurement guidelines set out in 2 C.F.R. Part 200. Per LACMTA’s RCN Project schedule, construction of Improvements is anticipated to begin in early 2027 and be completed by December 31, 2027.

As of ______________________________, 2025 (the "Effective Date"), LACMTA and the City of Santa Fe Springs ("City") (each, individually, a "Party" and collectively the "Parties") have identified and mutually agreed upon Improvements to be completed in the public rights-of-way within the City's jurisdiction as part of the Imperial Highway Bus Corridor Enhancements RCN Project. The purpose of this Letter of Agreement ("LOA") is to define the manner in which the Parties will cooperate and coordinate on the Design and Construction of the RCN Project.

1.2 The Parties hereby agree as follows:
(a) Scope: The Parties agree to cooperate and coordinate with each other on the RCN Project and this LOA sets out the procedures for coordination for all activities related to the design, redesign, engineering or architecture of the Improvements (collectively referred to as “Design”) and all construction activities necessary to complete the RCN Project including any Improvements and the installation, inspection, and testing of new facilities, including

ATTACHMENT A
2 temporary and permanent materials, equipment, systems, software, and any components of such permanent materials, systems, and software (collectively referred to as “Construction” or "Construct", which shall be construed accordingly). Unless otherwise agreed, LACMTA shall perform the Design and Construction activities and be responsible for the procurement of contractors to perform the Design and Construction of the RCN Project including any coordination with utility companies, as necessary. The City agrees to designate the RCN Project as a high-priority public works project and to provide LACMTA with expedited review and approval (as required) of the LACMTA Submittals.

The Parties will mutually agree on the Basis of Design for the RCN Project at the 30% Design level and will identify the applicable City Standards, criteria, specifications, and requirements for the Improvements to minimize the risk of delays, change orders and other unforeseen costs. Upon mutual agreement on the Basis of Design, LACMTA will only make changes to the Basis of Design that are required under Applicable Law or recommended for value engineering.
(b) Duration: This LOA will commence on the Effective Date and continue until the Improvements have been completed and accepted by the City and LACMTA has completed the grant closeout activities with each City.
(c) Governance: Each Party shall designate an individual(s) who is authorized to represent the Party, administer the LOA, and independently make decisions and commitments on behalf of the Party, (respectively, the "City Representative" and "LACMTA Representative").
(d) Project Meetings: LACMTA may convene meetings with respect to the RCN Project for the purposes of providing a forum for over-the-shoulder reviews to consider issues, or potential issues, and to present, understand and discuss proposed solutions with respect to the Improvements ("Project Meetings"). Any changes discussed during a Project Meeting that impact the contractual obligations of the Parties under this LOA must be formalized and documented in accordance with Section 1.2(t) (Amendment) to take effect. (e) Issue Resolution: The Parties shall make good faith efforts to resolve any issues that arise with respect to the RCN Project at the working-level. Issues that cannot be resolved at the working-level pursuant to the agreed upon communication protocols shall be escalated by the City Representative or LACMTA Representative identifying an issue to the other Party in an email Notice to the other Party marked "Issue for Resolution" in the subject line and describe the issue and the provide background information regarding the issue (together with any supporting documentation). Issue resolution meetings will be held within ten days of the Notice. Issue resolution meetings may be held in person or via videoconference or teleconference. Any solutions identified or changes discussed that affect the Parties' obligations under this LOA must be formalized and documented in accordance with Section

1.2(t) (Amendment) of this LOA.
(f) RCN Project Schedule: The Parties acknowledge the timely completion of the RCN Project will be influenced by the Parties' ability to coordinate their activities, communicate with each other, and respond promptly to reasonable requests. The City agrees to cooperate and coordinate with LACMTA in accordance with the terms of this LOA to meet the RCN Project schedule and to allocate sufficient staff and other resources necessary to 3 meet the agreed upon review timelines. Failure to perform work in accordance with the RCN Project schedule will be escalated in accordance with Section 1.2(e) (Issue Resolution).
(g) Annual Work Plan and Work Orders:
(i) Annual Work Plan
At the beginning of each LACMTA Fiscal Year, the Parties shall review the RCN Project schedule and the life of project resourcing needs to facilitate the efficient and timely delivery of the RCN Project. LACMTA shall provide the City with a preliminary scope of activities and services LACMTA anticipates during the upcoming LACMTA Fiscal Year and the estimated start and finish dates for the anticipated scope of services and activities. Upon receipt of the preliminary scope of activities and services, the City will submit an annual work plan that includes the estimated Costs for the anticipated work that is eligible for reimbursement and the personnel resources anticipated to perform the required work ("Annual Work Plan"). The Parties will meet to review the Annual Work Plan to ensure it aligns with the allocated budget for the Improvements and negotiate in good faith the issues necessary to finalize and agree on the Annual Work Plan. Once the Parties agree on the Annual Work Plan, the City shall promptly submit a Form 60 included under Exhibit 3 (Form 60) to LACMTA in order to estimate the total effort and allowable direct costs under the Annual Work Plan. In the alternative to agreeing on an Annual Work Plan, the Parties may agree to a life of project budget for the work contemplated under this LOA.
(ii) Work Orders
(A) Once LACMTA approves the Form 60, the Parties shall discuss and agree upon the scope of work to be performed in relation to the City and LACMTA shall issue a written and signed authorization for the performance of the agreed upon scope of work ("Work Orders"). Each Work Order issued by LACMTA to the City shall specify the work authorized to be performed, as well as any materials or equipment to be acquired, the amount of money the City will be reimbursed as agreed under the applicable Form 60 subject to available funding; and a schedule, including the estimated start and end dates, for such authorized work under the relevant Work Order. (B) Any request for amendment to a Work Order issued under this LOA shall be submitted in writing to LACMTA for its prior approval, and if the requested change includes a proposed adjustment to total effort and Costs for the work under the Work Order, it shall be submitted together with an updated Form 60 reflecting the proposed change.
(iii) Resourcing
(A) LACMTA acknowledges and agrees the City may engage contractors and/or consultants to carry out work or the scope of activities or services required to be performed by the City under a Work Order, provided the contractors and/or consultants shall be required to comply with the terms of this LOA. 4 (B) If the City determines that additional personnel or other resources (including through the use of City contractors) are required to mitigate the risk of delay in performing its obligations under the Work Orders, the City shall meet with LACMTA to discuss the usage of such additional personnel or other resources, and may request an amendment to a Work Order in accordance with Section 1.2(g)(ii)(B) (Work Orders).
(iv) Notification of Costs
The City shall promptly notify LACMTA if at any time it anticipates:
(A) exceeding approximately 75% of the total estimated labor Costs under any Work Order within the next 60 days; or
(B) that the total labor Costs under any Work Order will be in excess of approximately 10% greater than the previously estimated Costs, and shall request an amendment to such Work Order in accordance with Section

1.2(g)(ii)(B).
(v) Work Authorized Prior to the Effective Date
Any work performed by the City for the RCN Project that has been authorized in writing or via a Work Order prior to the Effective Date shall continue until such authorized work has been completed.
(h) Reimbursements: Following commencement of work under a Work Order, the City shall submit its billings for work to LACMTA ([email protected]) on a progress basis no later than 30 days after commencement of the work has been performed under a Work Order. The City shall provide supporting documentation to demonstrate the Costs incurred by the City with respect to a Work Order, including contractor/consultant invoices, the names of individuals performing the relevant tasks and the time committed to those tasks, a description of the tasks performed by reference to the tasks described in the Work Order, and any other supporting information required under the terms of the Work Order or otherwise requested by LACMTA.

Payment of each invoice properly submitted shall be due within 30 days of receipt; provided that: (a) all such payments shall be conditional, subject to post-audit adjustments and (b) all scope is authorized, and (c) all invoices shall contain appropriate supporting documentation.

The final billing under a Work Order shall be submitted to LACMTA, as soon as practicable, but no later than 60 days after completion of the work under the applicable Work Order or August 31, 2028, whichever is earlier. Invoices submitted to LACMTA after August 31, 2028 will not be eligible for reimbursement.
(i) Governmental and Lender Requirements: The RCN Project is subject to financial assistance provided by a grant agreement through USDOT, and local, regional, and state financing and funding from other Governmental Entities, and the City agrees to comply with 5 the terms and conditions and any prescribed governmental and lender requirements under the applicable grant, funding or financing agreements.
(j) Design Responsibilities: Unless otherwise agreed, LACMTA shall be responsible for the Design of the Improvements as set out in Part A (Design) of Exhibit 2 (Design and Construction Requirements).
(k) Value Engineering: The Parties agree to work together to create efficiencies to reduce the overall cost of Improvements to maximize the value of public funds. The City will exercise sound engineering judgment to cooperate and coordinate with LACMTA to identify efficient approaches to the Design of Improvements when:
(i) performing Design reviews including as part of the resolution of City comments made to Designs; and
(ii) reviewing any requests for deviations from the City Standards. The Parties acknowledge and agree that this will include identifying, and reviewing LACMTA identified, recommendations for potential innovations and value engineering opportunities that will offer value in terms of schedule savings, and/or quality benefits, and adopting and applying those recommendations. Any innovation or value engineering recommendations will be evaluated on the basis that any such recommendation should satisfy the required function of the Improvement at the lowest total cost (capital, operating, and maintenance) consistent with the requirements of performance, reliability, maintainability, and safety. (l) Construction Responsibilities: Unless otherwise agreed, LACMTA shall be responsible for the Construction of the Improvements as set out in Part B (Construction) of Exhibit 2 (Design and Construction Requirements).
(m) Permits: LACMTA shall obtain all necessary City permits and approvals to comply with City Standards relating to the Design and Construction of the Improvements. In lieu of permit fees, LACMTA shall reimburse the City for staff time to review LACMTA Submittals in accordance with Section 1.2(g)(ii) (Work Orders).
(n) Environmental Approval: LACMTA has completed the environmental review process required pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act Statutory Categorical Exemptions under SB-922 and National Environmental Policy Act Categorical Exclusions.

Approvals for the RCN Project's Categorical Exemptions / Exclusions were granted in December 2024. All Construction pursuant to this LOA shall comply with the environmental controls required under the environmental approvals.
(o) "As-Built" Drawings: LACMTA and City shall each maintain a set of "as-built" plans of Improvements performed by LACMTA during Construction. Upon completion of the RCN Project, LACMTA shall furnish reproducible "as-built" drawings showing all Improvements installed by LACMTA in the public rights-of-way after completion of such work. All "as-built" plans shall be produced as CAD files or in the format agreed by the Parties. (p) Inspection and Acceptance: The Parties shall agree to inspection and acceptance procedures for the Construction of Improvements performed under this LOA. 6 (q) Operation and Maintenance: The City shall be responsible for the operation and maintenance of Improvements installed in the public rights-of-way after completion of final inspection and acceptance. LACMTA shall be responsible for Improvements completed on LACMTA property and in LACMTA rights-of-way.
(r) Indemnity: LACMTA shall release, defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City and its respective officers, agents, representatives, and employees from and against all liabilities, expenses (including legal fees and costs), claims, losses, suits, and actions of any kind, and for damages of any nature including, but not limited to, bodily injury, death, personal injury, or property damage arising from or connected with its performance under this LOA.

Each Party agrees to notify the other promptly upon receipt of any third-party claim for which a Party is entitled to indemnity under this LOA.
(s) Interpretation: This LOA is not to be interpreted or construed against the interests of a Party merely because that Party proposed this LOA or some provision of it, or because that Party relies on a provision of this LOA to protect itself. (t) Amendment. This LOA and any of its terms can only be amended, modified, or superseded by written instrument duly executed by the Parties.
(u) Counterparts: This LOA may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which shall be deemed to be the original, and all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.
(v) Limitation on Third Party Beneficiaries: Nothing in the terms of this LOA is intended: (a) to create duties for, obligations to, or rights in third parties not Parties to this LOA, except to the extent that, specific provisions (such as the indemnity provision) identifies third parties and provided that they are entitled to benefits hereunder; or (b) to affect the legal liability of either Party to the LOA by imposing any standard of care with respect to the development, design, construction, operation or maintenance of the RCN Project and other public facilities that is different from the standard of care imposed by Applicable Law. (w) Survival: The representations, warranties, indemnities, waivers, all payment obligations hereunder incurred prior to termination of this LOA, and all other provisions that by their inherent nature should survive termination of this LOA, shall survive the termination of this LOA for any reason whatsoever, and shall remain in effect unless and until terminated or modified in writing by mutual agreement.
(x) Confidential Information: It may be necessary or advisable for either Party to share confidential information with the other Party to carry out the objectives of this LOA for the RCN Project and in connection with such sharing of confidential information, the Parties may enter into a non-disclosure agreement ("Non-Disclosure Agreement"). 7 LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY By: ___________________________________
Name: Shawn Atlow
Title: Executive Officer, Countywide Planning & Development Date: _________________________________
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CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS
By: _________________________________
Name: Rene Bobadilla
Title: City Manager
Date: _________________________________
8 EXHIBIT 1

DEFINITIONS
"Annual Work Plan" is defined in Section 1.2(g)(i) (Annual Work Plan). "Applicable Law" means any statute, law, code, regulation, ordinance, rule, common law, judgment, judicial or administrative order, decree, directive, or other requirement having the force of law or other governmental restriction (including those resulting from the initiative or referendum process) or any similar form of decision of, or determination by, or any interpretation or administration of any of the foregoing by, any Governmental Entity which is applicable to the Improvements, any work performed under this LOA or any relevant person, whether taking effect before or after the date of this LOA. Applicable Law excludes Governmental Approvals, customs, duties, and tariffs.
"Basis of Design" means with respect to any Improvements, the scope, criteria, specifications and requirements for those Improvements agreed by LACMTA and the City. "Compliance Comments" means a comment on, objection to, or the withholding of approval to a LACMTA Submittal on the basis of one or more of the following:
(i) the LACMTA Submittal or Design work or Construction work that is the subject of the LACMTA Submittals fails to comply with (or is reasonably likely to fail to comply if implemented in accordance with the LACMTA Submittal) any applicable covenant, condition, requirement, term, or provision of this LOA; or (ii) LACMTA has not provided all content or information required with respect to the LACMTA Submittals in accordance with the terms of this LOA.
"City is defined in Section 1.1.
"City Representative" is defined in Section 1.2(c) (Governance). "City Standards" is defined in Section 2(b) (General Design Criteria) of Part A (Design) of Exhibit 2 (Design and Construction Requirements).
"Construction" is defined in Section 1.2(a) (Scope).
"Costs" means:
(i) labor costs, materials costs, and storage and transportation costs of materials salvaged for the City's use in performing the applicable work; and
(ii) indirect costs as computed based upon the indirect costs rates approved annually for the City by its cognizant agency, and as noted on the Form 60, for allocation to federally funded or state funded contracts, for which the City shall require reimbursement with respect to the RCN Project,
provided that:
9 (iii) the cost of office furnishings, consumables (printing and paper supplies, office supplies, etc.), information technology (computers, printers, software licenses etc.), fax machines, laptops, cell phones, tablets etc. are not eligible costs; (iv) unless the Internal Revenue Service and the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) issue regulations or rulings to the contrary, the eligible direct and indirect costs shall not include taxes purportedly arising or resulting from LACMTA's payments to the City under this LOA; and
(v) fixed price costs shall be as agreed to by LACMTA and the City for work, services or other activities performed or materials acquired in accordance with the provisions of this LOA. "Design" is defined in Section 1.2(a) (Scope).
"Design Development" means the phase of the Design process that occurs after advanced conceptual engineering and that develops, on a progressive basis, a clear indication of the Design solutions for the applicable requirements and the major features of the architectural and structural Design and third-party interfaces that are intended to form the basis for the approved for construction Design. "Design Documentation" means all drawings (including plans, profiles, cross-sections, notes, elevations, typical sections, details and diagrams), specifications, reports, studies, working drawings, shop drawings, calculations, electronic files, records and LACMTA Submittals necessary for, or related to, the Design of Improvements. "Design Document" shall be construed accordingly. "Design Support" means Design support to assist LACMTA, to progress Design Development and preparation of a Final Design of Improvements including by:
(i) estimating duration of street closures or restrictions necessary to construct Improvements; and
(ii) conducting exhaustive research to locate all: as-built plans including site-specific schematics, maps, research or provision of topographical maps/surveys, site surveys, and/or substructure maps, legal description of land, prior physical work logs, soils and hazardous substance data if any, and other available or related data; prior LOAs including franchise, license, and other LOAs with railroads, LACMTA, local agencies or other third parties; and any other City-specific or proprietary design details relevant to the Design Development and preparation of a Final Design for Improvements. "Effective Date" is defined in Section 1.1.
"Final Design" means the phase of the Design process which provides the detailed design for all temporary and permanent project facilities and addresses and resolves all Design review, Compliance Comments, and finalizes all engineering, architectural and systems designs necessary for Construction. It ends with an approved-for-construction plan status and with the Design being signed and sealed by the 'Engineer of Record.'
"Final Design Document" means, with respect to an Improvement (or an element of an Improvement), the complete (to 100%) final Construction drawings, including plans, profiles, cross-sections, notes, elevations, typical sections, details and diagrams, Design criteria, specifications, reports, studies, calculations, electronic files, records, and LACMTA Submittals for the Improvement (or the element of the Improvement). 10 "Governmental Approval" means any approval, authorization, certification, consent, license, permit, registration or ruling, issued by any Governmental Entity required to carry out Improvements for the RCN Project, or any other work to be performed under the terms of this LOA. "Governmental Entity" means any federal, state, or local government and any political subdivision or any governmental, quasi-governmental, judicial, public or statutory instrumentality, administrative agency, authority, body or entity (including the California Department of Transportation, CPUC and United States Army Corps of Engineers) other than LACMTA.
"Improvements" is defined in Section 1.1.
"LACMTA" is defined in Section 1.1.
"LACMTA Fiscal Year" means each one-year period commencing on July 1 of a calendar year and terminating on June 30 of the following calendar year.
"LACMTA Representative" is defined in Section 1.2(c) (Governance). "LACMTA Submittal" means, with respect to the RCN Project:
(i) Design Documentation for Improvements performed as part of the RCN Project; (ii) Construction management plans for Construction work for the RCN Project performed by LACMTA within the public rights-of-way; and
(iii) any other documents which LACMTA must submit to the City with respect to the RCN Project in accordance with this LOA.
"LACMTA Submittal Review Period" means, for each LACMTA Submittal (other than Requests for Information as described in Section 4 (Request for Information) of Part C (LACMTA Submittal Review Procedure) of Exhibit 2 (Design and Construction Requirements), a period of up to 15 Working Days from the date of delivery of the LACMTA Submittal to the City under the provisions of this LOA or as the Parties may agree on under the applicable Work Order or otherwise under the terms of this LOA. "LOA" is defined in Section 1.1.
"Non-Disclosure Agreement" is defined in Section 1.2(x) (Confidential Information). "Notice" means any communication under this agreement including any notice, consent, approval, request, and demand.
"Party" or "Parties" is defined in Section 1.1.
"Project Meetings" is defined in Section 1.2(d) (Project Meetings). "RCN Grant Program" is defined in Section 1.1.
"RCN Project" is defined in Section 1.1.
11 "Temporary Facilities" means a facility constructed for the purpose of ensuring continued service while a City facility is taken out of full or partial service for an Improvement and/or any work on a City facility, which will be removed or restored to its original condition after such Construction activities are completed. "Working Day" means any date that is not a Saturday, a Sunday, a federal or state of California public holiday, or any other legal holiday for LACMTA employees (as adopted by the board of LACMTA) or City employees.
12 EXHIBIT 2

DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS
PART A – DESIGN

1. DESIGN RESPONSIBILITIES
Unless otherwise agreed:
(a) LACMTA will be responsible for the Design of the RCN Project and shall prepare all Design Documentation with respect to Improvements; and
(b) The City shall provide Design Support services (including Design review) with respect to the Design of any Improvements performed by LACMTA.

The Parties may mutually agree for the City to perform the Design work and produce all Design Documentation for an Improvement pursuant to a Work Order in accordance with Section 1.2(g)(ii) (Annual Work Plan and Work Order).

2. GENERAL DESIGN CRITERIA
Any Design work for any Improvements shall be performed in accordance with:
(a) the Design requirements set out in these exhibits or otherwise under the provisions of this LOA and the relevant Work Order (if applicable); and
(b) all Governmental Approvals, Applicable Law, and the City Standards.

3. CITY STANDARDS
The Parties agree for the purposes of this LOA that "City Standards" means the design standards and ordinances applicable to the RCN Project in effect as of the Effective Date of this LOA.
13 PART B – CONSTRUCTION

1. NO COMMENCEMENT OF CONSTRUCTION WORK
(a) Any Construction work for Improvements must not commence until the Construction work has become an AFC Design. Any Final Design Documentation for an Improvement, or any element of an Improvement only becomes an AFC Design when:
(i) LACMTA has approved the Final Design Document;
(ii) the City has approved the Final Design Document;
(iii) the Final Design Document has been signed and sealed by the Engineer of Record that is responsible for that Final Design Document;
(iv) any other conditions for the Final Design Document to be ready for Construction set out under this LOA have been satisfied; and
(v) LACMTA contractor has approved the Final Design Document as being ready for Construction and has re-issued the Final Design Document with the notation "Approved for Construction" accordingly.
(b) LACMTA is responsible for ensuring that LACMTA, where performing Construction work for the Improvements in the public rights-of-way or on City-owned property, has obtained all performance and payment bonds required under Applicable Law. (c) LACMTA shall be responsible for conducting public outreach to provide proper Notices to the affected communities prior to and during Construction. LACMTA will coordinate its outreach with the City's Public Information Office, as needed.

2. WORKING HOURS
The Parties acknowledge a minimum of an eight-hour window on Monday through Friday each week during Construction will be required to complete the RCN Project, with night and weekend work as necessary. Following joint review of the RCN Project schedule and activities to be carried out by LACMTA, the Parties will discuss in good faith and agree on any changes required to the required working hours.

3. HAUL ROUTES
The Parties will agree to haul routes reasonably necessary to facilitate Construction of the RCN Project. If a change is required to an agreed-to haul route, the Parties will negotiate in good faith on such change. The City permits issued to LACMTA will include provisions for maintenance and cleaning of the haul routes.

4. INTERRUPTIONS
(a) The Parties acknowledge that certain components of the work will require interruption of City services. The Parties will agree to a plan for any such interruptions and, subject to City approval of the plan, the City consents to scheduled interruption of services deemed 14 necessary by LACMTA. LACMTA must provide the City prior Notice before the City services are interrupted.
(b) LACMTA will Notify affected parties, including residents, businesses, and elected officials in advance of scheduled interruptions and will cooperate with the City to minimize interruption of the City services and resulting disruptions, provided in the event of an emergency, which Notification will occur as soon as reasonably practicable after the occurrence of the emergency. Where the City determines that Temporary Facilities are necessary and appropriate, LACMTA shall accommodate this request.

5. WORK IN STREETS
(a) The Parties acknowledge that the City has the duties of supervising, maintaining and controlling streets, highways, and the other public rights-of-way. Accordingly, LACMTA shall give the City at minimum, 14 days' advance written Notice where Construction work is to be performed in the public rights-of-way. All full or directional street closures shall require a minimum 14-day Notice.
(b) LACMTA shall take all appropriate actions to ensure safe performance of the Construction work within the public rights-of-way. The City reserves the right to stop such work if public health and safety is or will be compromised by such work. (c) If LACMTA fails to perform any Construction work within the public rights-of-way in accordance with the Final Design under this LOA, then upon written Notice of the noncompliance from the City, LACMTA (directly or through its third-party contractor or consultant) must cure the non-compliance as soon as reasonably practicable.

6. TRAFFIC CONTROL AND LIGHTING
LACMTA must provide the City at minimum, 15 days' prior Notice before conducting the traffic control and lighting work that will result in an interruption to service of traffic control devices or lighting systems, and LACMTA shall cooperate with the City to minimize such interruption.

7. CITY COMMUNICATION FACILITIES
Construction of replacement conduit segments, inner ducts, and manholes that bypass the conflicting conduit segments shall be done prior to relocation of the communications cables. In addition, relocation/installation work of communications cables that carry live production traffic shall be scheduled during a maintenance window, to minimize system downtime and minimize the City network traffic disruption.

8. TEMPORARY STREET CLOSURES
Upon Notice of a proposed temporary street closure, the City, as requested by LACMTA, shall initiate the appropriate proceedings and Notify LACMTA of the requirements for the closures.

LACMTA shall be responsible for any reasonable Costs associated with a requested street closure.
15 9. TEMPORARY FACILITIES

9.1 LACMTA Facilities
Temporary Facilities may be necessary to facilitate Construction of the RCN Project (including Improvements). The City shall provide reasonable assistance as may be required for LACMTA to obtain rights-of-way necessary to construct the RCN Project. This shall include considering reasonable requests by LACMTA for LACMTA or its designee to use lands owned or controlled by the City for the erection and use of Temporary Facilities thereon, provided that the City shall first approve in writing the availability, location and duration of the Temporary Facilities, with the City's approval not to be unreasonably withheld. Upon completion of the related Construction and LACMTA's determination that the Temporary Facilities no longer are needed, LACMTA shall remove all Temporary Facilities and restore the area as nearly as practicable to its original condition unless LACMTA and the City agree to some other arrangement.

9.2 City Facilities
In the event that Temporary Facilities are necessary to effect Improvements being constructed by the City, the City or its designee may use, without cost, lands owned or controlled by LACMTA for the purpose of using or erecting Temporary Facilities thereon, provided that LACMTA shall first approve in writing the availability, location, and duration of the Temporary Facilities, with the City's approval not to be unreasonably withheld. Upon completion of the Improvements in its permanent location, the City shall remove all Temporary Facilities and restore the area as nearly as practicable to its original condition unless the City and LACMTA agree to some other arrangement.

10. UNDERGROUND SERVICE ALERT
Prior to any commencement of underground work by either Party, an underground service alert shall be notified in accordance with California law by such Party or its contractor ("Underground Service Alert").
16 PART C – LACMTA SUBMITTAL REVIEW PROCEDURE

1. PREPARATION AND SUBMISSION OF DESIGN DOCUMENTATION
For those Improvements where LACMTA is responsible for the Design work under the provisions of this LOA, LACMTA will:
(a) prepare and submit all Design Documentation to the City:
(i) in packages in accordance with the schedule under the applicable design management plan defined by LACMTA and notified to the City (as may be updated and notified to the City from time to time); and
(ii) in a manner and at a rate which, having regard to the quantum of Design Documentation submitted, will give the City a reasonable opportunity to review the submitted Design Documentation;
(b) ensure that the Design Documentation submitted for the Final Design:
(i) is of a level of detail to permit the City to determine whether the Design Documentation complies with this LOA and
(ii) highlights any material amendments made since any earlier LACMTA Submittal for Design;
(c) invite the City to attend any over-the-shoulder design review Project Meetings to review design in a collaborative setting and allow for early review of LACMTA Submittals for Design for completeness, and to avoid delays associated with deficient or incomplete LACMTA Submittals, and the Project Meetings would be held prior to or immediately following a design submission;
(d) if reasonably requested by the City, make available the appropriate design personnel to participate in design review meetings after submission of any LACMTA Submittal for Design for Improvements to explain the Design Documentation or a particular element of it and provide such information regarding the Design Documentation as the City may reasonably request; and
(e) finalize the Basis of Design based upon the 30% Design Level plan sets as set out in Section 1.2(a).

2. REVIEW PROCEDURE
(a) Continuity of Assigned Personnel: The City agrees to assign qualified personnel with the capability and experience required to perform Design review and to maintain continuity of assigned personnel (including third-party contractors or consultants) to perform Design review where reasonably practicable.
(b) Design Review: The City shall review LACMTA Submittals within the 15 Working Day LACMTA Submittal Review Period (or such longer time period as may be agreed to by the Parties).
17 (c) Completeness Review: The City shall notify LACMTA, if applicable, within seven Working Days of receipt of a LACMTA Submittal if it considers (acting reasonably based on the preliminary review) that the LACMTA Submittal is incomplete or deficient for the City's review purposes and requires re-submission, together with a detailed description of the information that it deems to be missing or deficient. If no such Notice is delivered by the City within such period of seven Working Days, the LACMTA Submittal shall be deemed complete and acceptable for review purposes.
(d) The City shall (or must require that the relevant City Contractor) within the LACMTA Submittal Review Period:
(i) review the LACMTA Submittal; and
(ii) notify LACMTA, if applicable, that it:
(A) approves the LACMTA Submittal; or
(B) rejects the LACMTA Submittal with detailed reasons including all Compliance Comments.
(e) All Compliance Comments shall be transmitted as annotations of LACMTA submittals via a Bluebeam review session established by LACMTA.
(f) If no comments are received within the LACMTA Submittal Review Period (or such longer time period as may be agreed to by the Parties), the LACMTA Submittal shall be deemed complete and approved by the City.
(g) The Parties acknowledge that the LACMTA Submittal review process set out in this Section 2 is intended to facilitate the LACMTA Submittal review process and be consistent (with necessary changes) with the LACMTA Guidelines on Enhanced Partnered Coordination and shall supersede the LACMTA Submittal / shop drawing review schedules specified in any standards referenced in this LOA.

3. GROUNDS FOR OBJECTION OR COMMENT
(a) The City will only be entitled to reject a LACMTA Submittal under Section 2 (Review Procedure) if such LACMTA Submittal fails to comply with the requirements set out in this LOA, as specified in the City's Compliance Comments.
(b) If the City rejects a LACMTA Submittal in accordance with Section 2 (Review Procedure), LACMTA must:
(i) address the Compliance Comments and resubmit the LACMTA Submittal for review; or
(ii) notify the City that it does not agree with the grounds for rejection. (c) The City agrees that during the Final Design stage, it shall not raise any new issues, or make any comments, which are inconsistent with its comments on earlier LACMTA Submittals, or with any changes already agreed to by the City. 18 (d) The City's approval of the Final Design for any Improvements will not be withheld if the relevant LACMTA Submittal is consistent with the most recent prior LACMTA Submittal for such Improvement, modified as appropriate to respond to the City's Compliance Comments on such earlier LACMTA Submittal (to the extent such comments were made in accordance with the provisions of this LOA) and to reflect any subsequent changes agreed to by the City and LACMTA.
(e) Notwithstanding Section 3(c), the City may raise new comments at the Final Design stage of an Improvement as a consequence of Design changes made by LACMTA after the City's review of the most recent prior LACMTA Submittal of Designs for such Improvement.

4. REQUEST FOR INFORMATION
Either Party may submit to the other a request for information or clarification. Upon delivery of any such request, the receiving Party must provide the requested information if available to the other Party within seven Working Days of delivery of the request (or such longer period as the Parties may agree to having regard to the quantum of information requested). 19 EXHIBIT 3
FORM 60
Name of Offeror/Contractor/Utility Company (Name of Preparer): Scope of Work/Deliverable (provide expanded description on Form 60 page
2)
Home Office Address
Division(s) and Locations where Work is to be performed LACMTA Solicitation/Proposal/Contract Number/Work Order/Change Notice
and/or Change Order Reference
Number(s):

NOTE: For proper calculations of cost elements link additional sheets to this summary page.

1. Direct Labor Est. Hours Rate Per
Hour
Est. Cost TOTAL

2. 0.00 $0.00 $0.00

3. 0.00 $0.00 $0.00

4. 0.00 $0.00 $0.00

5. TOTAL DIRECT LABOR
HOURS

0.00 TOTAL DIRECT LABOR $0.00

6. Labor Overhead (O/H)
NOTE: Labor O/H refers
to indirect costs of any
nature not already
accounted for in the Direct
Labor costs, including
indirect labor costs arising
from home and field office
overhead, all taxes of any
nature (unless accounted
for elsewhere), all fringe
benefits of any nature,
incidental job burdens,
and insurance, in each
case to the extent not
already accounted for
under the Direct Labor
costs.

O/H Rate x Base Est. Cost

7. 0% $0.00

8. TOTAL LABOR OVERHEAD $0.00

9. Direct Material Est. Cost
10 .
a. Purchase Parts $0.00
11 .
b. Subcontracted Items $0.00
12 .
c. Other $0.00
13 .

TOTAL DIRECT MATERIAL $0.00
20 14
.

Equipment Unit Cost Est. Cost
15 .
$0.00 $0.00
16 .
$0.00 $0.00
17 .

TOTAL EQUIPMENT $0.00
18 .

Subcontractors* Est. Cost
19 .
$0.00
20 .
$0.00
21 .
$0.00
22 .

TOTAL SUBCONTRACTORS $0.00
23 .

TOTAL BURDENED COST (add lines 5, 8, 13, 17, and 22) $0.00 24 .

Other Direct Costs Est. Cost
25 .
$0.00
26 .
$0.00
27 .
$0.00
28 .

TOTAL OTHER DIRECT COSTS $0.00
29 .

Travel Est. Cost
30 .
a. Transportation $0.00
31 .
b. Per Diem or Subsistence $0.00
32 .

TOTAL TRAVEL $0.00
33 .

General and
Administrative
Expenses
Rate % % x Line 23
34 .
0% $0.00
35 .

TOTAL GENERAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES $0.00
36 .

TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS (Total Lines 23, 28, 32 and 35) $0.00 37 .

Profit/
Fee
Total Labor
and
Overhead
(line 5 +
line 8)
Rate % % x Total Labor and
Overhead
38 .
` 0% $0.00
39 .

TOTAL FEE $0.00
40 .

TOTAL ESTIMATED PRICE (Total of Lines 36 and 39) $0.00
21 41
.

Milestone
/Task
Number
Milestone/
Task
Hours Completion
Date
Payment
Amount
42 .
$0.00
43 .
$0.00
44 .
$0.00
45 .

TOTAL MILESTONES/TASKS (Must equal line 40) $0.00
* Attach Form 60 for all proposed subcontractors performing work under Form 60 Prime Contractor where applicable. Transfer Est. Cost to this Section.
46 .

Fill in applicable sections only

47. Has any Agency of the United States Government, State government, local public agency, or the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) performed any review of your account or records, overhead rates, and general and administrative rates in connection with any public prime contract or subcontract within the past 12 months? Yes No If yes, when? Reference Contract No.

48.a. Agency Name/Address 48.b. Individual to contact/Telephone Number

49. As required by LACMTA, firms not audited, as described above, shall submit financial data and calculations in sufficient detail to support all proposed direct costs and subcontractor costs.

50. The proposal reflects our estimates and/or actual costs as of the date and by submitting this proposal, Proposer/Consultant grants to LACMTA Contracting Officer and authorized representative(s) the right to examine, at any time before award, those records, which include books, documents, accounting procedures and practices, and other supporting data, regardless of type and form or whether such supporting information is specifically referenced or included in the proposal as the basis for pricing, that will permit an adequate evaluation of such cost or pricing data, along with the computations and projections used therein, for the purpose of verifying the cost or pricing data submitted. This right may also be exercised in connection with any negotiations/discussions prior to contract award or execution of contract modification.

51. CERTIFICATE
The labor rates and overhead costs are current and other estimated costs have been determined by generally accepted accounting principles. Proposer/Consultant represents: (a) that it has ____, has not ____, employed or retained any company or person (other than a full time bona fide employee working solely for the Proposer/Consultant) to solicit or secure a contract, and (b) that it has ____, has not ____, paid or agreed to pay to any company or person (other than a full time bona fide employee working solely for the Proposer/Consultant) any fee, commission, percentage or brokerage fee, contingent upon or resulting from the award of this contract, and agrees to information relating to (a) and (b) above, as requested by the Contracting Officer.

52. CERTIFICATE OF CURRENT COST OR PRICING DATA
This is to certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the cost or pricing data (as defined in Section 2.101 of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and required under subsection 15.403-4) submitted, either actually or by specific identification in writing, to LACMTA's Contracting Officer or to LACMTA's Contracting Officer's representative in support of ______________________* are accurate, complete, and current as of 22 ________________________**. This certification includes the cost or pricing data supporting any advance agreements and forward pricing rate agreements between the Proposer/Consultant/Contractor and LACMTA that are a part of the proposal.

53. This proposal as submitted represents our best estimates and/or actual costs as of this date.

54. Type Name and Title of Authorized Representative Signature Date*** 55 .
* Identify the proposal, quotation, request for price adjustment, or other submission involved, giving appropriate identifying number (e.g., Information For Bid No., Work Order No., Request for Proposal No., Change Order No., Modification No., etc.) 56 .
** Insert the day, month, and year when price negotiations were concluded and price agreement was reached.
57 .
*** Insert the day, month, and year of signing (i.e., When price negotiations were concluded and mutual agreement was reached on contract price).

Form 60 Attachments (Applicable if Box is checked)
Scope of Work Expanded Description for which Cost Estimate is based on:
1 2
3 4
Schedule in which Scope of Work is based on:
1 2
3 4
The Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) provisions (as set out in the NDA between City and LACMTA) are applicable to the following Form 60-specific items:
1 2
3 4
Track Allocation Request for Metro active rail right-of-way encroachment is anticipated per stated Scope of Work. The following information is provided in advance to facilitate final Metro TAR approval:
1 2
3 4
FORM 60 IS SIGNED AND EXECUTED WITH THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL ASSUMPTIONS:
1 CITY AS-BUILT RESEARCH BY CITY FOR TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS IN THE PLANNING PHASE

SHALL BE TREATED AS PART OF LABOR OVERHEAD PORTION OF COST ITEM # 24

CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: René Bobadilla, P.E., City Manager
BY: James Enriquez, P.E., Director of Public Works / City Engineer SUBJECT: PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE REORGANIZATION
DATE: November 5, 2025
RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Approve the addition of one new full-time Public Works Maintenance Worker that will focus on Graffiti Abatement; and
2) Adopt class specifications for the position of Water Customer Services Supervisor; and
3) Approve title change and specification change for Civil Engineering Assistant to Water Customer Services Supervisor; and
4) Approve title change for Public Works Aide to Part-Time PW Maintenance Worker; and
5) Amend the FY 2025-26 Budget to add an additional $50,000 expenditure in Account No. 10104330 for the new PW Maintenance Worker; and
6) Amend the FY 2025-26 Budget to add an additional $10,000 expenditure in Account No. 50104499 for the differential cost for the reclassified position to Water Customer Services Supervisor; and
7) Amend the FY 2025-26 Budget to add additional expenditures not to exceed $50,000 in various accounts in the General Fund and Water Utility Fund for the differential costs for the reclassified Part-Time PW Maintenance Worker position class; and 8) Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF NOVEMBER 5, 2025

PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE REORGANIZATION

FISCAL IMPACT
The Public Works Maintenance Reorganization impact on the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget is an estimated increase in expenditures not to exceed $110,000 in total for all positions. This is a prorated amount of the total ongoing annual expense, approximately $220,000. The total ongoing annual expense includes the fully-burdened cost of the new PW Maintenance Worker position (approximately $100,000), the differential cost from the reclassification of the previously-budgeted Civil Engineering Assistant to the new Water Customer Services Supervisor (approximately $20,000), and the differential cost from the reclassified Part-Time PW Maintenance Worker position class (approximately $100,000).

BACKGROUND
In the past 12 months, Public Works has experienced an increase in the frequency and amount of graffiti throughout the city. This is also evident in the increase in reporting from the public of graffiti received through the Go SFS app as well as phone calls and graffiti identified by staff.

The recent implementation of new water billing software identified the need to better structure the customer service staffing within the Water Department. The coordination that was required between staff from Finance, Information Technologies, and field staff from the Water Department to inventory and verify customer data and provide quality control of data collected by Water Meter Readers for billing purposes was challenging during the implementation of the new water billing software. That function was provided by a Civil Engineering Assistant by necessity and due to the employee’s strong knowledge of water operations and the billing process.

The proposed title change from Public Works Aide to Part-Time PW Maintenance Worker is to enhance the city’s ability to attract and retain qualified candidates. The updated title will better align with comparable classifications in the market and improve competitiveness with recruitment efforts.

ANALYSIS
N/A

ENVIRONMENTAL
N/A

DISCUSSION
In an effort to improve operational efficiency and services to the public, staff recommends changes to staffing in Public Works Maintenance. The Graffiti Abatement program is managed in the Street Maintenance Division of Public Works Maintenance. The service is currently provided using part-time staff managed by the Street Maintenance Supervisor.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF NOVEMBER 5, 2025

PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE REORGANIZATION

ITEM STATUS:

APPROVED:

DENIED:

TABLED:

DIRECTION GIVEN:

The amount and frequency of graffiti has been and continues to increase and the parttime staffing is having increasing difficulty removing graffiti in a timely manner. The revolving part-time staff also results in operational inefficiencies as the staff providing this services is rotated. The addition of the full-time Maintenance Worker will not only add additional needed staff time, but also provide consistency in the service provided. A dedicated full-time employee will help retain the knowledge of hotspot problem areas as it relates to both time and location, site-specific issues related to site access and paint matching requirements, as well as other nuances to the service to better direct part-time staff.

The reclassification of the Civil Engineering Assistant to a Water Customer Services Supervisor will greatly improve the coordination and efficiency of the monthly process of collecting and verifying water meter reading data and transferring that data to the water billing software used by Finance to generate water bills. The vast amount of data physically collected by Water Meter Readers each month must be verified for accuracy before it can be reliably uploaded to the billing system. This requires constant coordination between Finance staff and Water field staff with re-reads and other data verification steps to ensure bills are accurate and to maximize successful bill collection.

In addition, this position will respond to customer inquiries and complaints regarding water billing discrepancies and other customer concerns. It is critical that this function be centralized in a position with the authority to direct field staff and speak to customers in an effective manner.

The recommended title change from Public Works Aide to Part-Time PW Maintenance Worker supports the city’s ongoing efforts to improve recruitment and retention. By updating the title, the classification and duties will align with the current operational needs of the department. It will also provide the ability to attract applicants and be more competitive with comparable agencies. The revised title will ensure that the position accurately represents the scope and level of work.

SUMMARY/NEXT STEPS
Upon approval of the City Council of the recommended actions, City staff will coordinate the recruitment for the new position and will process Personnel Action Forms for the employee being reclassified.

ATTACHMENT(S):

A. Water Customer Services Supervisor Class
Specifications

WATER CUSTOMER SERVICES SUPERVISOR
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Job Code:

Bargaining Group: SFSCEA Date Prepared: 10/1/25
POSITION PURPOSE:

Under general direction of the Director of Public Works and Public Works Superintendent, plans, supervises, coordinates, and participates in the work of staff engaged in water utility billing to ensure the city’s customers are provided with a high level of customer service and performs other related duties as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Receives supervision and direction from Director of Public Works and Water Utility Manager.

SUPERVISION EXCERCISED:

Supervises and provides functional direction to designated staff.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES:

A. Held in Common:

1. Provides courteous and timely service to the public as the ultimate employer.

2. Works cooperatively with other City employees.

3. Exhibits integrity and displays ethical behavior.

B. Essential Job Specific Duties:

1. Works under general direction and is responsible for supervising, planning, organizing, coordinating, assigning, directing, and evaluating the work of staff.

2. Assignments include supervision of customer service functions such as water billing, credit and collection, customer service inquiries and complaints, service and field orders.

3. Duties include discussions in person, on the telephone and through correspondence with customers to solve a variety of service issues.

4. Plans, schedules, assigns, coordinates, directs, reviews, and evaluates the work of employees engaged in water utility billing, credit and collection, customer inquiries, service orders, or field services.

5. Discusses or correspond with existing and potential customers regarding requirements, regulations and accounts, handles complaints pertaining to charges and service.

6. Analyzes service problems, recommends needed changes and improvements, makes field and office reviews as necessary; develops improved work techniques and operating procedures.

7. Keeps the Director appraised of significant customer complaints regarding fees and payments, making recommendations for solutions.

8. Reviews and evaluates work procedures, recommends and implements improvements.

9. Interprets polices and procedures to customers.

10. Prepare correspondence and periodic reports as required.

11. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

REPRESENTATIVE COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required to satisfactorily perform the job essential duties and responsibilities.

Knowledge of:

Principles and procedures of modern office practices in meeting and dealing with the public and handling customer complaints.

1. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service.

2. Effective principles and techniques of leadership and supervision.

3. General principles related to utility billing and customer account reconciliation.

4. Policies and procedures related to accounts receivable and water utility billing.

5. Water quality issues and water production.

6. Maintaining accurate calculations and records related to customer accounts for service.

7. Preparing periodic and special reports and correspondence.

8. Use of standard businesses software and database programs.

9. Proper use of writing skills and grammar.

Ability to:

1. Supervise, train, motivate, and evaluate staff.

2. Interpret explain and apply policies and procedures related to water consumption accounts.

3. Evaluate situations, identify problems, and propose solutions within established guidelines and policies.

4. Oversee and participate in other related projects as needed.

5. Post data accurately and efficiently and prepare records.

6. Identify and report meter discrepancies.

7. Communicate regulations and procedures related to water rates and rate structures.

8. Represent the city when dealing with customers, outside contractors and agency officials.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
The following requirements generally demonstrate possession of the minimum requisite knowledge and ability necessary to perform the duties of the position. A typical way to obtain these would be:
• Associate’s degree in engineering or closely related field from an accredited college/university.
• Two (2) years of experience performing professional engineering duties and duties related to water utility functions.
• A valid Class C State of California driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters in performing the essential functions of this job. • Work is performed indoors and outdoors as needed.
• Noise level is moderate.
• Hazards are minimal.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential duties. • Sit for extended periods of time.
• Stand, walk, kneel, squat, stoop and bend.
• Push, pull and reach overhead and above shoulders.
• Lift and move up to 25 pounds.

ITEM # 25

CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: René Bobadilla, P.E., City Manager
BY: James Enriquez, P.E., Director of Public Works / City Engineer SUBJECT: LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES AMENDMENT NO. 4 – EXTEND CURRENT CONTRACT FOR 90 DAYS TO TERMINATE ON
JANUARY 31, 2026.

DATE: November 5, 2025
RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Approve Amendment No. 4 to the Agreement with Merchant’s Landscape, Inc. extending the contract for 90 days to terminate January 31, 2026, for an additional not-to-exceed fee $306,018.60; and
2) Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

FISCAL IMPACT
Funding for Landscape Maintenance Services is included in the adopted budget for the Department of Public Works. The recommended fees for the contract extension would be paid from the budgeted amount for Fiscal Year 2025-26 since the extension would be executed in Fiscal Year 2025-26. The remainder of the budgeted amount will be utilized for the new contract awarded as a result of the RFB.

BACKGROUND
City Council awarded a three-year Landscape Maintenance Services Contract to Merchant’s Landscape, Inc. effective July 9, 2020. The contract contained a stipulation allowing the City Council to renew the contract for an additional two-year contracts at the end of the first term, based on performance and approval by the City Council.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF NOVMEBER 5, 2025 LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES AMENDMENT NO. 4 – EXTEND CURRENT CONTRACT FOR 90 DAYS TO TERMINATE ON JANUARY 31, 2026

On May 2, 2023, the City Council approved Amendment Number No. 1 extending the contract for one-year, with a 3% overall increase. On July 16, 2024, the City Council approved Amendment No. 2, which was the second one-year extension with a 5% overall increase. Amendment No. 3 was approved by the City Council on July 1, 2025, extending the contract for 90 days. The current contract will expire on October 31, 2025.

ANALYSIS
Extending Merchant’s Landscape, Inc. existing contract for a period of 90 days to January

31. 2026 provides staff adequate time to recommend to the City Council the award of a new contract. The proposed additional fee of $306,018.60 will be utilized to continue to maintain the parks, medians, facilities, hardscape, landscape, parkettes, parkways, and all other City assets.

ENVIRONMENTAL
N/A

DISCUSSION
N/A

SUMMARY/NEXT STEPS
Upon approval of the recommended actions by City Council, Public Works staff will execute Amendment Number No. 4 with Merchant’s Landscape.

ATTACHMENTS:

A. Amendment No. 4
B. Estimate from Merchants
ITEM STATUS:

APPROVED: ☐
DENIED: ☐
TABLED: ☐
DIRECTION GIVEN: ☐

FOURTH AMENDMENT TO CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS

LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
MERCHANTS LANDSCAPE SERVICES, INC.

This Fourth Amendment to Landscape Maintenance Services Agreement (“Fourth Amendment”) is made and entered into this 5th day of November 2025 (“Effective Date”), by and between the City of Santa Fe Springs, a California municipal corporation (“City”) and Merchants Landscape Services, Inc., a California corporation (“Contractor”). For purposes of this Fourth Amendment, the capitalized term “Parties” shall be a collective reference to both City and Contractor.

RECITALS
WHEREAS, on August 1, 2020, City and Contractor entered into the Landscape Maintenance Services Agreement for Contractor to provide landscape maintenance services to City (“Agreement”);
WHEREAS, on May 2, 2023, City and Contractor entered into the First Amendment, amending the Agreement to implement a three-percent increase in the total annual fee increasing it to $926,652 (“First Amendment”); WHEREAS, on July 16, 2024, City and Contractor entered into the Second Amendment, amending the Agreement to implement a five-percent increase in the total annual fee increasing it to $997,905.24 (“Second Amendment”); WHEREAS, on July 1, 2025, City and Contractor entered into the Third Amendment, extending the agreement 90 days to November 1, 2025 (“Third Amendment”);
WHEREAS, the Agreement provides for a three-year term with an option to extend for two additional one-year periods and the 2nd extension will terminate on July 31, 2025; and
WHEREAS, the Parties desire to further amend the Agreement to extend the Agreement by an additional term of 90-days, from November 2, 2025, to February 1, 2026, and include that City will pay Contractor additional compensation not to exceed Three Hundred Six Thousand Eighteen Dollars and Sixty Cents ($306,018.60) for work completed during the extension.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and conditions set forth herein, the Parties agree as follows:

1. The Recitals, and the terms defined therein, are true and correct and are hereby incorporated into and made a part of this Fourth Amendment.

ATTACHMENT A

2. Section 1 of the Agreement is hereby amended to extend the term of the Agreement through February 1, 2026.

3. Pursuant to Section 5 of the Agreement, the total compensation to Contractor for the work completed during the 90-day term extension shall not exceed Three Hundred Six Thousand Eighteen Dollars and Sixty Cents ($306,018.60).

4. Except as otherwise set forth in this Fourth Amendment, the Agreement and all previous amendments shall remain binding, controlling, and in full force and effect. Section 1 of the Agreement notwithstanding, this Fourth Amendment, together with the Agreement and all previous amendments, shall constitute the entire, complete, final, and exclusive expression of the Parties with respect to the matters addressed in both documents.

5. The provisions of this Fourth Amendment shall be deemed a part of the Agreement and all previous amendments and except, as otherwise provided under this Fourth Amendment, the Agreement and all previous amendments and all provisions contained therein shall remain binding and enforceable. In the event of any conflict or inconsistency between the provisions of this Fourth Amendment and the provisions of the Agreement and all previous amendments, the provisions of this Fourth Amendment shall control, but only in so far as such provisions conflict with the Agreement and all previous amendments and no further.

6. If any portion of this Fourth Amendment is declared invalid, illegal, or otherwise unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

7. This Fourth Amendment shall be interpreted and governed according to the laws of the State of California. In the event of litigation between the Parties, venue, without exception, shall be in the Los Angeles County Superior Court of the State of California. If, and only if, applicable law requires that all or part of any such litigation be tried exclusively in federal court, venue, without exception, shall be in the Central District of California located in the City of Los Angeles, California.

8. The individuals executing this Fourth Amendment and the instruments referenced herein on behalf of Contractor each represent and warrant that they have the legal power, right and actual authority to bind Contractor to the terms and conditions hereof and thereof.

9. This Agreement may be executed simultaneously and, in several counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto have caused this Fourth Amendment to be executed on the day and year first appearing above.

CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS MERCHANTS LANDSCAPE
SERVICES, INC.

William K. Rounds, Mayor Mark Brower, President
Date: Date:

ATTEST: MERCHANTS LANDSCAPE
SERVICES, INC.

Fernando Munoz, City Clerk Donna Brower, Secretary
Date:

APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Rick Olivarez, City Attorney
1510 S Lyon Street., Santa Ana, CA 92705, (800) 645-4881 Office, (714) 972-3185 Fax October 27, 2025
Kevin J. Periman
City of Santa Fe Springs
12636 Emmens Way
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670-3942
Regarding: City of Santa Fe Springs - Extension for Landscape Maintenance Services Dear Kevin,
We are grateful for your business over the past years, and Merchants Landscape Services would like to extend our current landscape maintenance contract with the City of Santa Fe Springs for an additional three months, from November 1, 2025, to January 31, 2026.

A) Monthly Maintenance: $83,100.00
B) One-time seasonal color replacement:
260 Flats 4” pot standard @ $17.00 each = $4,420.00 / 3 months = $1,473.33 C) Turf Renovation at Lake Center Park Athletic Fields , Santa Fe Springs Athletic Fields, Los Nietos Park, and Little Lake Park:

Dethatching:

Parks Sport Fields: Approx. (29) Acres @ $1,150.00 per acre = $33,350.00 / 3 months= $11,116.67 Over-seeding approx. (29) acres with Lesco Eagle Blend @ 7 lbs per 1,000 sq. ft.

Approx. (1,263,240 sq. ft.) @ $0.015 per sq. ft. = $18,948.60 / 3 months= $6,316.20 Hollow Core Aeration 29- Acres to be done at No charge this time $0.00 Grand Total Monthly Maintenance $102.006.20 X 3 Months = $306,018.60 the total for 3 months This estimate is optional and contingent on the city providing dumpsters for all debris:

Parks Sport Fields: Approx. (29) Acres @ $900.00 per acre = $26,100.00 / 3 months= $8,700.00 All current terms, conditions, and specifications will remain the same. We respectfully ask that you consider our proposal.

Should you have any questions, please contact Martin Herrera at (800) 645-4881.

Sincerely,
Martin Herrera
Branch Manager
Cc: Mark Brower

ATTACHMENT B
ITEM # 26

CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: René Bobadilla, P.E., City Manager
BY: Cuong Nguyen, Director of Community Development
SUBJECT: AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD DOWNTOWN SPECIFIC PLAN (RFP 25- 13) TO PRIMESTOR
DATE: November 5, 2025
RECOMMENDATIONS:

It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Authorize the award of RFP 25-13 to Primestor for the Downtown Specific Plan; and
2) Determine that the action is categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Pub. Res. Code § 21000 et seq.); and 3) Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.

FISCAL IMPACT
The total cost for Primestor to prepare the Downtown Specific Plan is $740,000. The City secured a $673,000 Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant from the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) to fund the majority of the Specific Plan. The City will be responsible for paying $67,000 of the total cost, which will be paid over fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027. Per stipulations within the Caltrans grant, the Specific Plan must be adopted by June 30, 2027.

BACKGROUND
The 2040 General Plan, adopted February 8, 2022, includes a vision for establishing a downtown that will create community gathering spaces, restaurants, entertainment venues, hospitality uses, offices, and housing opportunities, all within a mixed-use, pedestrian-friendly environment.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF NOVEMBER 5, 2025 REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) 25-13 – AWARD OF CONTRACT

In January 2024, the City applied for a Caltrans Sustainable Communities Competitive Grant for the development of the Town Center Telegraph Corridor Specific Plan (aka Downtown Specific Plan). The Project would create a Specific Plan along Telegraph Road to establish a downtown as the geographic heart of the community by facilitating higherdensity residential projects within mixed-use zones. The Project would fulfill and implement the policies, goals, and objectives of the 2040 General Plan.

In July 2024, the Community Development Department was notified of a conditional award of $673,000 by Caltrans.

On September 3, 2024, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 9927 to execute agreements with Caltrans for funding of the Downtown Specific Plan.

On April 1, 2025, the City Council authorized staff to advertise a Request for Proposals (RFP) to secure a qualified firm to prepare the Downtown Specific Plan.

On April 14, 2025, the Downtown Specific Plan RFP was released, and proposals were due by May 22, 2025. The City received nine proposals and three firms were selected for interviews, which were conducted on July 23rd and 24th.

On August 19, 2025, City Council directed staff to re-open the RFP to allow additional time for firms to submit proposals. The RFP was re-released on August 22, 2025, and bidding closed on September 23, 2025. Proposals were received from three new firms, and two firms were selected for interviews, which were conducted on October 20, 2025.

In total, the City reviewed proposals from twelve highly qualified firms and five firms were selected for interviews. Proposal costs ranged from $553,924.80 to $989,400.00. A selection panel comprised of staff from Community Development and Public Works reviewed the proposals and scored them based on the following criteria:

1. Experience of proposer & project personnel (40 points)

2. Proposed approach & work plan (30 points)

3. Proposed fees for items/services (20 points)

4. Responsiveness to RFP (10 points)

ANALYSIS
The selection committee determined Primestor to be the most qualified firm to prepare the Downtown Specific Plan. Primestor demonstrated a deep understanding of the Santa Fe Springs community and has experience preparing downtown and corridor-specific plans for jurisdictions of similar size and complexity. Primestor’s project personnel possess strong expertise in urban design, land use planning, transportation, and community engagement. In addition, the firm has a proven record of facilitating effective public-private partnerships that have resulted in successful, implementable plans and tangible downtown revitalization outcomes. During the interview process, the project team CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF NOVEMBER 5, 2025 REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) 25-13 – AWARD OF CONTRACT

exhibited professionalism, strong communication skills, and a collaborative approach, further demonstrating their understanding of the City’s vision and readiness to deliver a successful Downtown Specific Plan.

Primestor’s responsibilities will include a detailed assessment of the current conditions within the plan area, a robust community engagement program, land use alternatives analysis, market demand analysis, and an infrastructure and services plan. The project includes California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) compliance and Zoning Code updates to ensure consistency with the comprehensive Zoning Code Update process.

Final deliverables will include draft and final versions of the Specific Plan. The project will be completed by June 30, 2027.

ENVIRONMENTAL
Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Pub. Res. Code § 21000 et seq.), the action is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) because it is reasonably foreseeable that the execution of a professional services agreement would not have a direct or indirect impact on the environment. The action does not result in the approval of any project, entitlement or development of a property.

DISCUSSION
The Specific Plan will facilitate the downtown development process by presenting the community’s vision for the plan area, reducing developer risk and permitting time, and lowering construction costs with pre-planned public infrastructure. Creating a Downtown Specific Plan will support efficient land use, promote economic development, and facilitate a streamlined permitting process, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for Santa Fe Springs residents and visitors.

SUMMARY/NEXT STEPS
Following the City’s award of contract, staff will proceed with drafting a Professional Services Agreement with Primestor. The agreement will be presented to the City Council for consideration and approval at a future meeting. Upon execution of the agreement, City staff will schedule a kick-off meeting to outline the scope of services, project timelines, and key deliverables. City staff will provide regular progress updates to the City Manager’s Office to ensure the Downtown Specific Plan is completed on schedule and within budget.

ATTACHMENTS:

A. RFP 25-13 Downtown Specific Plan
B. Specific Plan Project Area Map
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF NOVEMBER 5, 2025 REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) 25-13 – AWARD OF CONTRACT

ITEM STATUS:

APPROVED:

DENIED:

TABLED:

DIRECTION GIVEN:

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
No. 25 - 13
Downtown Specific Plan
Issue Date: Monday, April 14, 2025
Questions Due Date: Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at 2 PM Pacific Proposal Due Date: Thursday, May 22, 2025, at 2 PM Pacific 2 (THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK)
3 TO PROSPECTIVE PROPOSERS
The City of Santa Fe Springs (“City”) invites qualified firms to submit proposals in response to this Request for Proposals (“RFP”). The City will evaluate responses to this solicitation to determine qualifications. Submissions must adhere to the format and content described. Only proposals that adhere to the requirements will be considered.

The information set forth is the minimum required to qualify for consideration. The successful Proposer will be required to enter into a Professional Services Agreement based on the specifications outlined in this RFP.

DATE OF SOLICITATION
April 14, 2025

PROJECT
Downtown Specific Plan

PROPOSAL OWNER
City of Santa Fe Springs – Community Development Department 11710 Telegraph Road
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Attn: Cuong Nguyen, Director of Community Development
Contact Phone: (562) 868 - 0511
Contact E-Mail: [email protected]

PROPOSAL CONTACT
City of Santa Fe Springs – Department of Finance
11710 Telegraph Road
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Attn: Micah Herd, Procurement Manager
Contact Phone: (562) 868 - 0511
Contact E-Mail: [email protected]
Any questions about this RFP should be submitted via the City's PlanetBids Portal by Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at 2 PM Pacific.

Proposals must be submitted by Thursday, May 22, 2025, at 2 PM Pacific.

Prospective proposers must register their business with PlanetBids before being able to submit questions and/or proposals. To access the City's PlanetBids Portal, please go to:
https://vendors.planetbids.com/portal/65093/bo/bo-detail/128728 4 CONTENTS
I. Notice Inviting Proposals ...............................................................................................................5 II. Background.......................................................................................................................................5 III. Timeline.............................................................................................................................................7 IV. Scope of Work/Services ...............................................................................................................7 V. Proposal Submittal........................................................................................................................14 VI. Proposal Content and Format ..................................................................................................15 VII. Evaluation Criteria ......................................................................................................................17 VIII. Proposal Protests ......................................................................................................................18 IX. Execution of Agreement.............................................................................................................19 X. Insurance Requirements.............................................................................................................19 XI. Business License Requirements.............................................................................................22 XII. Use of Federal Funds.................................................................................................................22 XIII. Non-Commitment of City .........................................................................................................23 XIV. Labor Requirements .................................................................................................................23 XV. Records .........................................................................................................................................24 XVI. Use of Subcontractors.............................................................................................................24 XVII. Modifications/Changes...........................................................................................................24 XVIII. Disclosure of Information .....................................................................................................24 IX. Ex-Parte Communications.........................................................................................................24 XX. General Rights of the City........................................................................................................25 5 I. Notice Inviting Proposals
The City of Santa Fe Springs (hereinafter referred to as “City”) invites Proposals from qualified consultant teams that specialize in public outreach, preparation of specific plans and/or corridor plans, and preparation of environmental documents (hereinafter referred to as “Proposers”) interested in providing consultant services for the Downtown Specific Plan (hereinafter referred to as “the Project”) following the specifications, terms, and conditions identified in this RFP. Prospective respondents should carefully read information related to this opportunity before submitting a proposal.

The Selected firms or individuals must be familiar with grant-funded projects and demonstrate recent, relevant experience in projects similar in scope to this one. The project will require the expertise of a team of diverse disciplines to successfully deliver the required services.

To view the complete RFP package, please visit:
https://vendors.planetbids.com/portal/65093/bo/bo-detail/128728 Prospective Proposers must register with PlanetBids before being able to view all documentation or submit a response.

Questions must be submitted by Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at 2 PM Pacific. *****QUESTIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED VIA PLANETBIDS*****
Proposals must be submitted via PlanetBids by Thursday, May 22, 2025, at 2 PM Pacific. Responses to this RFP will be evaluated to determine the most qualified Proposer. Responses must adhere to the format and content described in the RFP.

The successful Proposer will be required to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with the City for the project's duration. Final terms, including compensation and length of the agreement, are subject to City Council approval.

II. Background
Santa Fe Springs is a predominantly industrial city in southeast Los Angeles County. It provides a full range of municipal services, including police and fire protection, street maintenance, water utilities, recreational services, a public library, and cultural events.

The City also oversees two (2) legally separate entities: the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency and the Housing Successor Agency to the Housing Authority.

Santa Fe Springs has approximately 18,800 residents and over 3,000 businesses.

Though incorporated in May 1957, the City's history dates back to 1871 when Dr. James E. Fulton discovered a sulfur spring that was later developed into a health spa. Santa Fe Springs is a built-out city with few to no vacant properties remaining. Much of its land was historically used for oil extraction and refining until the 1970s, when the oil industry waned 6 and consolidated operations. The boom period of the 1980s and 1990s— when the City actively led redevelopment of former oil field sites and aging industrial properties— vanished almost entirely with Governor Jerry Brown's dissolution of the City's Redevelopment Agency in 2012. In the post-redevelopment era, private redevelopment activity has been driven largely by well-funded logistics industries looking to meet increasing consumer demands related to online shopping and rapid goods delivery.

Interest by other industry clusters remains more moderate but steady, reflecting the City's business-friendly environment and strategic location along Interstates 5 and 605.

The City's population increased modestly during the first two decades of the 2000s—from 16,413 in 2000 to 18,295 in 2020, with the increase primarily associated with the development of the Villages at Heritage Springs, a residential neighborhood built on a former oil field. Other housing development has been on sites formerly occupied by schools, open spaces, and industrial uses. For the State's housing planning period extending from 2021-2029, Santa Fe Springs was assigned a housing production goal of 952 units.

The City adopted its 2040 General Plan in 2022, which included a vision for creating a downtown. Santa Fe Springs has never had a traditional or historic downtown. While the Civic Center complex serves as a de facto center for community events, residents have long expressed a desire for a vibrant downtown with shopping, dining, and social gathering spaces. The City envisions a new downtown at the center of the City that will create community gathering spaces, restaurants and entertainment venues, hospitality uses, offices, and housing opportunities all within a mixed-use, pedestrian-friendly environment. Telegraph Road will serve as the primary arterial with direct connectivity to other major arterials and the I-605 freeway. The Civic Center’s library, aquatics center, Clarke Estate, and community garden will complement this new urban environment, where industrial and business park sites will gradually transition into three- to five-story mixed-use buildings and public plazas that foster pedestrian activity and connectivity between the Civic Complex and Heritage Park.

To support this vision, the City added mixed-use designations in the general plan and rezoned industrial properties along Telegraph Road to mixed-use. Properties north of the Civic Center complex and vacant land at the southeast corner of Telegraph Road and Bloomfield Avenue were rezoned MU: Mixed-Use, and the Heritage Corporate Center was rezoned MU-DT: Mixed-Use – Downtown. In total, the Plan Area is comprised of 98.7 acres, with the City owning approximately 65 percent of the land area. A map of the Plan Area is provided as Attachment C.

To advance this downtown initiative, the City secured a $673,000 Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant from Caltrans (Agreement No. 74A1658) to develop a Downtown Specific Plan for the newly designated mixed-use areas along Telegraph Road. A copy of the City’s Scope of Work approved by Caltrans is provided as Attachment D (this provides further background on the City’s goals and objectives in preparing the Plan). Per the City’s agreement with Caltrans, all work on the specific plan, including the adoption of the final Downtown Specific Plan, must be completed by June 2027. 7 III. Timeline
• Release RFP Monday, April 14, 2025
• Online Q&A Deadline Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at 2 PM Pacific • Deadline to Submit Proposals Thursday, May 22, 2025, at 2 PM Pacific • City Review of Submissions Late May 2025
• Interviews TBD (If Necessary)
• Notifications Sent to Proposers Early June 2025
• Award of Contract June/July 2025
IV. Scope of Work/Services
The City seeks proposals from qualified consultants to prepare a Specific Plan to create a new downtown. The Specific Plan will implement the 2040 General Plan goals and facilitate the conversion of industrial and business park land into a vibrant, mixed-use downtown along Telegraph Road. Tentatively titled the Downtown Specific Plan, this bold vision will transform the City center.

The specific plan should embody pragmatic design and development standards that are objective in nature. The type and intensity of commercial and residential development proposed shall mesh with and enhance accessibility to public transportation and other forms of active transportation. The nexus between land use and transportation mobility is paramount. The project will recommend prospective development scenarios of key parcels or catalytic projects that can be analyzed in greater detail in terms of the physical form and project economics. In terms of financial feasibility and marketability, the project shall also include:
• A comprehensive financial feasibility analysis;
• A prototypical proforma analysis of no fewer than five distinct projects; and • A phased implementation strategy, if necessary, to enhance the marketability and maximize community benefits.

The project should streamline the development process by providing objective development/design standards that are vetted through financial analysis and typical prototypical proformas. The project will facilitate the development process by presenting the community's vision for the Plan Area, reducing developer risk and permitting time, and lowering construction costs with the pre-planned public infrastructure. The physical form of the Plan Area will be a noticeable departure from the historical suburban landscape of one- and two-story buildings with segregated land use patterns. The Plan Area will exhibit a more compact, dense, and walkable district wherein residents have viable alternative active transportation options.

The City will manage and administer the project according to the Caltrans Grant Application Guidelines, Regional Planning Handbook, and the executed grant contract between Caltrans and the City. Many of the tasks below are included in the City’s Scope of Work approved by Caltrans, a copy of which is included as Attachment D. 8 The City encourages Proposers to recommend refinements or innovative approaches to how this scope of services can be better fulfilled to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

The City and stakeholders alike have high ambitions for this pivotal project and welcome creative, visionary proposals to help maximize its success.

Task 1: Project Administration
The Consultant shall develop a timeline and milestones for the project that align with the City’s budget. Each phase of the project must be planned with an awareness of the financial limitations, ensuring that all deliverables, public outreach efforts, and meetings are completed within the allocated funds.

The Consultant shall conduct a kick-off meeting with City staff to refine the project scope, timeline, and deliverables. The Consultant shall prepare an action plan with phases of work and a schedule to accomplish the action plan that identifies minor milestones, including regular meeting dates with staff and work product review deadlines, and major milestones, including a public outreach program. The action plan will outline regular progress check-ins with City staff and involve input from various departments, as needed, to ensure all relevant stakeholders are aligned throughout the process.

The Consultant and City staff shall participate in reoccurring meetings, as needed, for up to one hour each to review and discuss deliverables, provide status updates on the study area, and refine specialized aspects of the Specific Plan. Meetings may be in person or via conference call, as appropriate.

The Consultant shall submit monthly invoicing in a timely manner.

During the course of the project, the City will conduct quarterly meetings, as needed, with the Consultant and Caltrans to monitor the project’s progress, review completed and upcoming tasks, and address any challenges. These meetings will provide the opportunity for staff to discuss obstacles and conduct problem-solving to ensure that the project stays on schedule and within the framework of the grant budget.

Minimum Required Deliverables:
• Kick-off meeting
• Action plan
• Project schedule
• Meeting agendas and action minutes
• Monthly invoices
Task 2: Existing Conditions Analysis
The Consultant shall conduct a survey of existing conditions and present findings in an Existing Conditions Report. The Consultant shall review existing City documents that may inform the preparation of the report (Active Transportation Plan, 2040 General Plan- in 9 particular, Housing, Circulation, Land Use, Economic Development, and Environmental Justice Elements, Annual Housing Progress Reports, Public Infrastructure plans, etc.).

The Consultant shall also meet with City staff and local agencies familiar with socioeconomic conditions within the community; review staff reports of projects and programs affecting properties within the Plan Area; review public infrastructure plans and reports concerning service delivery problems; public safety records (vehicular accidents and crime statistics), traffic studies, and special studies and reports (engineering, market demand, traffic, Phase I and II ESAs, etc.) related to past and current development projects.

Minimum Required Deliverables:
• Existing Conditions Report
Task 3: Community Engagement
Developing an effective Community Engagement Strategy or Plan is the first step that the Consultant will complete with City staff input. The Consultant shall adhere to the following three key elements: i) To inform the community with objective information so they can learn and stay informed about the project; ii) To consult the community to obtain valuable feedback on specific project decisions and analysis; and iii) To involve and work directly with the community to ensure that their concerns and feedback are understood and considered throughout the project. The Community Engagement Strategy shall identify the “who, what, where, when, and how.”
The strategy will address residents and businesses located within and adjacent to the Plan Area as well as the wider community. The Consultant will ensure that outreach to hard-to-reach segments of our community includes the following: meeting with our elderly residents at senior housing sites and senior community centers; engaging with our youth and school districts, including principals and teachers; connecting with lower-income residents at food banks, neighborhood gathering spots, and community centers; and engaging with transit riders at bus stops. The Consultant shall prepare social media posts and a dedicated city webpage as a central repository of project information. City staff will gather email lists from city departments of residents who wish to be informed of city projects. Printed articles in the quarterly community newsletter, the local paper, and colorful graphics for posters will be used. Bilingual translation and interpretation services will be available for printed materials and community meetings.

The Consultant will also engage with utility companies, businesses, developers, and brokers who are familiar with mixed-use and residential projects. Within this group, special attention will be given to affordable housing providers and ancillary services (e.g. social and supportive services) to better design an inclusive and holistic program. The project will also seek consultation and engagement from local and regional transportation and planning agencies, such as Caltrans, Metro, SCAG, Gateway Cities COG, and utility companies. Discussions may focus on development opportunity areas that may require or influence future service delivery options.
10 For this project, the City anticipates conducting approximately two community-wide workshops, five focus group meetings, ten private stakeholder meetings, and numerous meetings with city staff. Meetings should not be held at City Hall but rather in locations that community stakeholders are comfortable and familiar with. An Advisory Committee will also be established to facilitate project review and implementation. The Advisory Committee may be comprised of eleven individuals representing a cross section of the community and may meet up to seven times during the course of the project. Both print and digital mediums will be used for social media, the City's website, emails, and community newsletters. Online surveys, printed questionnaires, and informational FAQ sheets will be distributed at senior housing sites, and public counters to maintain effective and continuous communication.

The community engagement process will start one month after project initiation and continue through project completion. Throughout the entire process, the community must be informed, consulted, and involved in the project. To minimize confusion and misunderstanding, periodic updates will also be presented at public meetings, such as the City Council and Planning Commission meetings, as well as public service announcements through newsletter articles, and short videos posted on the website.

Minimum Required Deliverables:
• Community Engagement Strategy (Report)
• Community engagement materials (e.g., PowerPoint Presentations, flyers, website announcements, sign-in sheets, community surveys, conceptual drawings)
• Facilitation of two (2) community-wide workshops (with translated materials and interpretation services in Spanish)
• Advisory Committee Meeting facilitation and materials for up to seven (7) meetings (agendas, presentations, meeting notes, list of attendees, list of action items)
• Up to five (5) focus group meetings
• Up to ten (10) private stakeholder meetings
• Community Meeting Summary Memoranda
• Supplemental meetings with City staff
Task 4: Development of Land Use Alternatives
Following initial meetings and outreach, the Consultant will develop an opportunity sites analysis and land use alternatives to accommodate potential residential, commercial, and office development in the TCTCSP area. The opportunity sites analysis will highlight larger-scale development opportunities within the TCTCSP area while the alternative scenario analysis will complement the opportunity site analysis to support enhanced vibrancy, housing density, and economic activity in the TCTCSP area.

Land uses should be thoughtfully and strategically placed to maximize community connectivity and create synergy between residents and businesses. The alternatives 11 should consider findings from previous analyses, community outreach, and Staff feedback.

Each alternative must address:

1. Alternatives to support the character of a new, vibrant downtown area with variety of retail and commercial uses, including considerations for sidewalk width, public amenities/furniture and street parking.

2. A mix of housing units that aligns with the City’s Housing Element, analyzing the effects of increased building height, density, and parking demand within the TCTCSP.

3. Distribution and evaluation of proposed new uses, including residential units by type, non-residential square footage by type, and projected jobs generation.

The findings of the study must be summarized in a technical memorandum. The Consultant will prepare a comprehensive report with associated maps, describing and analyzing the land use alternatives to quantify development potential in terms of housing units, non-residential floor area, population and employment. Projected population and jobs numbers for each alternative must be included. The report and maps should be assembled such that each alternative is easy to understand and compare with the other.

Upon completing the report, the Consultant will present the alternatives to Staff for review and feedback. Following this meeting, the Consultant will conduct a community meeting to solicit comments and feedback from community members regarding their preferences and vision. This may result in a clear preference for one alternative or the development of a hybrid concept that combines components of each alternative.

Minimum Required Deliverables:
• Alternative land use plan visuals, including sketches and elevations • Alternative land use plan report, including quantified development build-out potentials
• Meeting attendance, including sessions with Staff, Planning Commission, City Council, and relevant stakeholders
Task 5: Market Demand Analysis
The Consultant will prepare a market demand analysis to assess future market conditions for residential, retail, and office development in the Plan Area, taking current conditions and long-range potential into consideration.

The market demand analysis will assess the future potential for housing of various types and at increased densities, at all levels of affordability, and the viability of incorporating specific commercial uses, such as neighborhood serving retail, office spaces, mixed use developments, and hospitality businesses, based on market demand and feasibility. In terms of financial feasibility and marketability, the project shall also include detailed financial feasibility analysis and prototypical proforma analysis of no fewer than five (5) identified opportunity sites.
12 Minimum Required Deliverables:
• Market demand analysis report for residential, retail, and office • Proforma analysis for financial and market-viable developments of at least five (5) identified opportunity sites, considering factors such as land costs, construction expenses, market demand projected revenues, and regulatory constraints.

Task 6: Preferred Land Use Alternative
Based on input received at Community/Commission/Council meetings, as well as input received from other methods of community outreach, the Consultant, in consultation with Staff, will develop a preferred land use alternative which will serve as a basis for the draft TCTCSP. The preferred alternative will be presented to Staff and the Planning Commission/City Council for review and feedback. The community will also be asked to respond to the preferred Plan. Feedback from these stakeholders will be used to refine the alternative and develop the draft TCTCSP.

Suggested Deliverables:
• Preferred land use plan visuals, including sketches and elevations • Potential Phased Development and Implementation Plan
• Preferred land use plan report, including quantified development potentials • Meeting attendance – meeting(s) with Staff, Planning Commission, City Council, and relevant stakeholders
Task 7: Infrastructure Development and Service Plan
The Consultant must prepare an Infrastructure Development and Services Plan and Budget to determine, at a preliminary level, the infrastructure needed to support uses and improvements identified in the preferred alternative. The analysis must identify infrastructure conditions and improvements needed to support the Plan in terms of water, wastewater, storm drainage, electricity, gas, cable, telephone service, internet/fiber, transportation (public transit, vehicular, pedestrian, and cycling traffic), greenways, and parks. Working in collaboration with Public Works Staff, Consultants will:

1. Analyze and summarize both existing and needed service capacities

2. Assess the services envisioned in the Plan Area and those that would be required to meet the preferred alternative

3. Provide detailed descriptions of needed public improvements, including street improvements to meet City standards, upsizing of water and wastewater mains and storm drains, undergrounding utilities, and associated development costs

4. Provide comprehensive descriptions of needed improvements associated with private utilities, such as natural gas, electric, phone, cable, and internet connectivity

5. Provide comprehensive descriptions of any changes required to public services and facilities
13 6. Provide detailed cost estimates and phasing recommendations for needed improvements and service systems within the Plan Area
Minimum Required Deliverables:
• Public Infrastructure Improvement Plans and Budget
Task 8: Draft and Final Specific Plan
The Consultant shall prepare two (2) drafts and one (1) final administrative public review draft. Additional changes may be required at each successive public hearing with the Planning Commission and City Council. A final Specific Plan will be prepared following the adoption of the Specific Plan. The Consultant is anticipated to include the following elements in the new TCTCSP. The requirements listed below may be satisfied with a variety of proposed chapter outlines for the Specific Plan.

Proposed development regulations for the TCTCSP area shall be consistent with and complement existing regulatory documents in the City of Santa Fe Springs. The TCTCSP shall reference existing objective development standards for mixed-use districts and create new objective design standards and design guidelines for the Plan Area.

1. Vision Statement and Guiding Principles

2. Preliminary Policies

3. Land Use Intensity Alternatives and Corresponding Development Standards

4. Objective Design Standards and Design Guidelines

5. Prototypical Mixed-Use and High-Density Residential Project Proformas

6. Public Infrastructure Upgrades

7. Financial Sustainability Strategy Plan

8. Implementation Plan and Financing Strategy
Minimum Required Deliverables:
• Two (2) Drafts of the Specific Plan
• Administrative Draft for Public Review
• Final Plan that includes a summary of next steps towards implementation and credits FHWA, FTA, and/or Caltrans on the cover or title page (City to submit to Caltrans in an ADA accessible electronic copy)
Task 9: Zoning Code Updates
The City is currently undertaking a Comprehensive Zoning Code Update. It is essential that both projects are coordinated to ensure consistency between the Zoning Code and the Specific Plan. The consultant will be expected to work closely with the team handling the Comprehensive Zoning Code Update to avoid conflicting provisions and ensure cohesive land use regulations.
14 Task 10: CEQA Compliance
The Consultant shall prepare environmental documentation based on the Consultant’s recommendations for the best way to ensure compliance with the CEQA Statute and Guidelines. The City of Santa Fe Springs is open to different strategies to fulfill this requirement. The Consultant’s proposed approach should allow streamlined environmental review of future projects pursuant to Section 15182 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines.

The EIR for the 2040 General Plan can be found at this link:
https://www.santafesprings.org/departments/planning_and_development_department/pl anning/environmental_documents.php
Technical studies may include traffic impact analysis, parking studies, air quality technical analysis (up to three CalEEMod runs), GHG emissions (up to two energy consumption spreadsheets but does not include Climate Action Plan), Noise and Vibration Technical Analysis (up to two short-term and two long-term monitoring locations), and more.

Task 11: Presentation and Adoption of Specific Plan and Environmental Document The Consultant shall prepare and present materials, PowerPoint, etc. at meetings with the Planning Commission and City Council. These meetings are in the form of Study Sessions and Public Hearings. The Consultant shall attend up to six meetings. The Consultant will prepare staff reports, resolutions, and ordinances for the meetings.

Minimum Required Deliverables:
• Meeting attendance (up to six)
• Staff reports, resolutions, and ordinances
• Meeting presentation materials
V. Proposal Submittal
Please see Section VI – Proposal Content and Format for specific details regarding the information that needs to be included in your submission. Failure to provide all requested information may be considered “non-responsive” and rejected.

Responses to this RFP must be submitted electronically via the City’s PlanetBids Portal by the deadline. Any responses transmitted and/or time-stamped after the deadline will not be accepted. Proposers planning to submit responses to this request are highly encouraged to submit all documentation before the deadline to avoid technical difficulties/errors.
15 VI. Proposal Content and Format
Proposal Content
Proposers shall prepare a compelling, clear, and concise proposal. The City is requesting proposals which contain, at a minimum, the following information:

A. Letter of Interest - Please include a letter expressing your interest in being considered for the project. Include a statement regarding the Proposer's availability to dedicate time, personnel, and resources to this effort. Indicate the address and telephone number of the Proposer's office nearest Santa Fe Springs, and the office from which the project will be managed. The letter of interest must include a commitment to the availability of the Proposer and all key project staff during the planning period and a proposed schedule designed to meet the City's needs. If applicable, include the proposed working relationship with any subcontractors. An individual authorized to bind the Contractor must sign the letter.

B. Project Understanding and Summary - Please include a statement demonstrating your understanding of the City, the work to be done, and the objectives to be accomplished. Describe your general approach to completing the project successfully and the methodologies and technologies you would employ.

Describe what information you would expect the City to supply.

C. Proposed Statement of Work - Please provide a proposed Statement of Work that will be used to fulfill each requirement listed in the Scope of Work of this RFP.

Include key deliverables, milestones, and tasks. Explain what the respective roles of City staff and Proposer staff would be to complete the tasks specified in the Scope of Work. Discuss any ideas for modifying, clarifying, or improving the City's proposed scope of work.

D. Detailed Project Schedule: Provide a realistic and detailed project schedule identifying all tasks and deliverables to be performed, durations for each task, and overall time of completion.

E. Relevant Experience & Key Personnel - Please include information describing your experience providing similar services for public agencies. Provide a minimum of three (3) specific examples of relevant experience. At a minimum, the Proposer should provide a list of the most recent projects (i.e., completed within the last five (5) years is preferred, but samples outside of this timeframe will be accepted if relevant) for which the Proposer has performed similar services of similar size, scope, and complexity. Identify key personnel who would be assigned to provide the services described in the Proposal, and the functions to be performed by each.

Resumes may also be included in this section.

Using Attachment A – References, please provide details regarding each reference. This should include the name, contact person, address, phone number, and e-mail address of each party for whom the service was provided, as well as a 16 description of the service performed, the dollar amount of the contract, and the date of performance. The City may contact the individual listed at its discretion.

F. Conflict of Interest Statement – The Proposer shall disclose any financial, business, or other relationship with the City that may impact the selection process.

If the Proposer has no such conflicts, a statement declaring such should be included in their submission.

G. Cost Proposal – Cost proposal should include the following:

Total All-Inclusive Not-To-Exceed Maximum Price: The cost proposal should contain all pricing information relative to performing the scope of work as described in this request and identified in the Line-Item list (See “Line-Item” tab in PlanetBids).

The total all-inclusive maximum not-to-exceed price should contain all direct and indirect costs, including all out-of-pocket expenses. Provide a budget for each significant milestone for the entire scope of services. The proposed budget should include all meetings, conference calls, site visits, and deliverables. It should also include a list of anticipated reimbursable expenses with rates charged for each.

Component Costs: Include separate schedules of all fees and expenses for each of the work tasks and deliverables described in this RFP. These schedules should include hourly rates, the number of hours anticipated for each staff level, and outof-pocket expenses such as travel and transportation, meals, communications, and duplication costs. The total of these separate schedules should be directly related to the total all-inclusive maximum price.

Rates for Additional Services: If it should become necessary for the City to request the successful Proposer to render additional services to either supplement services requested in this RFP or to perform any additional work as a result of the specific recommendations included in any report issued, resulting from this engagement, then such additional work shall be performed only if outlined in an addendum to the contract between the City and the Proposer. Unless otherwise noted in the proposal, any such additional work would be performed at the same rates submitted in the dollar cost bid.

Proposal Format
To facilitate the evaluation process, all responses must adhere to the following format requirements. The City strongly encourages respondents to thoroughly review their proposals prior to submission to ensure they adhere to the requirements. If the proposal is not formatted or does not include all the listed items/sections, it may be deemed nonresponsive.

Responses shall not exceed thirty (30) pages when printed on 8-½ -inch by 11-inch paper.

The thirty (30) page requirement does not include a cover letter/letter of transmittal, or 17 any items included as additional attachments. Proposals should also include the following:

A. Title Page showing the request for proposals subject; the Proposer's name; the name, address, e-mail, and telephone number of the contact person; and the date of the proposal.

B. Table of Contents identifying the items/section listed in the “Proposal Content” section of this RFP.

C. Detailed proposal following the order set forth in the "Proposal Content" of this RFP.

VII. Evaluation Criteria
The City will establish an evaluation committee to review and rate each proposal. The proposal evaluation process will be conducted using a multi-step method, which will include the following steps:

A. Preliminary Proposal Review - The evaluation committee will review each submission to ensure adherence to the minimum/proposal format requirements.

B. Proposal Evaluation - In the second part of this process, the evaluation committee will review and rate proposals based on the following:

1. Experience of Proposer and Project Personnel (40 points) • Experience, resources, and qualifications of the Proposer and assigned individuals to perform tasks identified in the scope of work. • Good reference checks from primary and/or secondary sources.

2. Proposed Approach & Work Plan (30 points)
• Proposer has a clearly defined approach, strategy, and execution plan. • The timeline meets the City’s requirements.
• Proposal clearly defines what is required from the City.

3. Proposed fees for items/services (20 points)
• Proposed fees are reasonable.

4. Responsiveness to RFP (10 points)
• Compliance with the required format.
• Offered new/innovative services, suggestions.

City Staff will present to the City Council the ratings assigned to each proposal by the evaluation committee, together with Staff’s recommendations. The City Council exercises discretion and judgment in its award of a contract, which is a legislative act, and shall in no way be bound to follow the evaluation committee’s ratings or Staff’s recommendations. 18 Interviews
If necessary, the City may require top-rated proposers to participate in an interview. The City will e-mail proposers selected for the interview to schedule a date and time.

VIII. Proposal Protests
Proposal Protest Procedures (Before Proposal Opening)
A protest filed before the proposal opening must be filed in writing no later than ten (10) working days before opening. The most common types of protest that might be filed before a proposal opening include those based upon restrictive specifications or alleged improprieties in any solicitation that is apparent before the scheduled proposal opening.

When a protest is filed before a scheduled proposal opening, certain steps must be followed:

A. The protest must be submitted in writing within the specified time frame (no later than ten (10) working days prior to a proposal opening). All protests must be filed with the City’s Director of Finance for determination. Protest must be submitted to the Director of Finance by mail or e-mail within the specified time frame. Protests can be sent to:

Mail:

Lana Dich
City of Santa Fe Springs
Attn: Finance Department
11710 Telegraph Road
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Or
E-mail:
[email protected]
B. The protest must contain factual and legal reason(s) and should recommend a proposed remedy. Nevertheless, it should be noted that the City reserves the right not to implement the proposed remedy but to offer alternative solutions where applicable.

C. Where appropriate, the City will hold an informal conference on the merits of a protest with all interested parties allowed to attend. Interested parties may include all proposers, subcontractors, or suppliers, provided they have a substantial economic interest in a portion of the RFP.

D. All potential proposers will be advised of a pending protest. 19 E. The City shall not open proposals prior to the resolution of the protest unless it is determined that:
• The items to be procured are urgently required;
• Delivery or performance will be unduly delayed by failure to make the award promptly; or
• Failure to make a prompt award will otherwise cause undue harm to the City.

The City will respond in writing within ten (10) business days after receipt of a properly filed protest. The Director of Finance will respond and include a response to each substantive issue raised in the protest.

After the exhaustion of administrative remedies, the protesting party will be given the City’s final decision. The Director of Finance has the authority to decide on all protests.

Proposal Protest Procedures (After Proposal Opening/Post Award) A protest filed after a proposal opening must be filed within three (3) working days after the award. The City will grant the protesting party a fair review and shall have up to ten (10) business days to review the protest and render its decision.

IX. Execution of Agreement
The resulting agreement (see attached sample Attachment B) shall be signed by the successful Proposer and returned within the required insurance within ten (10) business days after the City has provided written notice that the Consultant has been awarded.

Failure to execute the agreement and file acceptable insurance documents as provided herein shall cause, at the City's option, for annulment of the award. Please review the insurance requirements and indemnification clause in the attached sample agreement.

Should the successful Proposer decline to execute the agreement, the City can either reject all proposals, accept one of the other proposals, or issue a new solicitation.

X. Insurance Requirements
Any Consultant conducting services for the City of Santa Fe Springs must obtain and maintain insurance at their own expense. Insurance must be held until completion of services and formal acceptance by the City. The following insurance placed with an insurer admitted to write insurance in California or a non-admitted insurer on California’s List of Eligible Surplus Lines Insurers (LESL):

A. Commercial General Liability
Commercial General Liability (CGL) (equivalent in coverage scope to Insurance Services Office, Inc. Form CG 00 01) shall cover on an “occurrence” basis for bodily injury and property damage, including premise-operations, products-completed, broad form property damage, blanket contractual liability, independent contractors, personal injury or bodily injury, and advertising injury with limits no less than $2,000,000 per 20 occurrence. If a general aggregate limit applies, the limit shall be twice the required occurrence limit.

If requested, the "City of Santa Fe Springs, its officials, employees, and agents" must be separately endorsed to the policy as additional insureds on an endorsement equivalent to the Insurance Services Office, Inc. Form CG 20 10 11 85 of CG 20 26 1185.

B. Business Automobile Liability
For owned vehicles, hired, and non-owned vehicles, Insurance Services Office Form CA 00 01 covering, Code 1 (any auto), or if Consultant has not owned autos, Code 8 (hired) and 9 (non-owned) with limit no less than $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury and property damage.

If an automobile is not necessary to perform services, the Consultant must submit a written request for a waiver of this requirement.

C. Professional Liability or Errors and Omissions
Depending on the work or services to be performed, professional liability or errors and omissions liability insurance may be required. The City will require the Consultant to provide professional liability or errors and omissions liability insurance in an amount not less than $2,000,000 per occurrence or claim. Architects' and engineers' coverage shall be endorsed to include contractual liability.

D. Workers' Compensation and Employer's Liability
Workers' Compensation as required by the California Labor Code and Employer's Liability in an amount not less than $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury or disease.

E. Cyber Liability Insurance (if applicable)
With limits not less than $2,000,000 per occurrence or claim, $2,000,000 aggregate.

Coverage shall be sufficiently broad to respond to the duties and obligations as is undertaken by Consultant in this agreement and shall include, but not be limited to, claims involving security breach, system failure, data recovery, business interruption, cyber extortion, social engineering, infringement of intellectual property, including but not limited to infringement of copyright, trademark, trade dress, invasion of privacy violations, information theft, damage to or destruction of electronic information, release of private information, and alteration of electronic information. The policy shall provide coverage for breach response costs, regulatory fines and penalties as well as credit monitoring expenses.
21 F. Technology Professional Liability Errors & Omissions (if applicable) Coverage must be appropriate to Consultant's profession and work hereunder, with limits not less than $2,000,000 per occurrence. Coverage shall be sufficiently broad to respond to the duties and obligations undertaken by Consultant shall include, but not be limited to, claims involving security breach, system failure, data recovery, business interruption, cyber extortion, social engineering, infringement of intellectual property, including but not limited to infringement of copyright, trademark, trade dress, invasion of privacy violations, information theft, damage to or destruction of electronic information, release of private information, and alteration of electronic information. The policy shall provide coverage for breach response costs, regulatory fines and penalties as well as credit monitoring expenses.

The policy shall include, or be endorsed to include, property damage liability coverage for damage to, alteration of, loss of, or destruction of electronic data and/or information “property” of the City in the care, custody, or control of Consultant. If not covered under Consultant’s liability policy, such “property” coverage of City may be endorsed onto Consultant’s Cyber Liability Policy as covered property.

Required insurance documentation
A. Certificate of Insurance
The Certificate Holder must be listed as follows:

City of Santa Fe Springs
11710 Telegraph Road
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Attn: Risk Management
B. Endorsements (if requested)
In addition to the Certificate of Insurance, the Consultant must provide the following endorsements:

1. Additional insured endorsements to the general liability and auto liability insurance policies. The "City of Santa Fe Springs, its officials, employees, and agents" must be endorsed to the Consultant's general liability policy as well as the auto liability policy as additional insureds on an endorsement equivalent to ISO forms CG 20 10 11 85 or CG 20 26 11 85.

2. Cancellation notice endorsements. Each policy must be endorsed to certify that it will not be cancelled or non-renewed by either party or reduced in coverage or limits (except by paid claims) unless the insurer has provided the City with thirty (30) days prior written notice of cancellation (ten (10) days for cancellation due to nonpayment of premium is acceptable). 22 3. Primary, non-contributory coverage endorsements. The general liability and professional liability (if required) policies must be endorsed to provide that each policy shall apply on a primary, non-contributing basis with any insurance or self-insurance, primary or excess, maintained by or available to the City or its officials, employees and agents.

C. Waiver and Modifications of the Insurance Requirements The City has the authority to modify these insurance requirements at any time at its discretion.

In general, any contract deemed sole source, professional/professional services, involve the disclosure of proprietary information, and/or a public works project, may require revisions to the City's standard insurance requirements. Any revisions to the insurance requirements will be identified within the associated service contract terms and conditions.

Consultants may request a waiver or modification of these insurance requirements.

Waiver or modification requests must be submitted in writing. The request should state the specific insurance requirement that is being considered for waiver or modification and provide a brief explanation for the request. Requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and the decision will ultimately depend on the scope of services. The final decision to approve or deny a request will be at the City's legal authority or an authorized designee's discretion.

XI. Business License Requirements
Consultants that conduct business within city limits may be required to obtain City of Santa Fe Springs business license if selected. The business license must be acquired before commencing any work. Additional information regarding the City's Business License program may be obtained by visiting the City's website at:
https://www.santafesprings.org/business/opening_a_business/new_application.php Or by calling the City of Santa Fe Springs Business Support Center at (562) 264 - 5219.

XII. Use of Federal Funds
The City may elect to use funding from Federal sources for a portion of or all expenses related to this project. The United States Federal Government requires purchases of items and services to meet specific standards when using Federal funds, including grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, and Federal funds "passed-through" to the City from a non-Federal entity (i.e., sub-recipient agreements). These requirements are codified under the Code of Federal Regulation's (CFR) Title 2, Subtitle A, Chapter II, Part 200 (also referred to as "2 CFR 200" or "Uniform Guidance") and the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), as applicable.

The following standards apply to all purchases of items and services using Federal funds:
• Transactions shall be conducted lawfully and ethically. 23 • Unnecessary/duplicative purchases are not permitted. • Utilizing a vendor or supplier on the U.S. Federal Government's Debarred and Suspended List (available at SAM.gov) is prohibited.
• All individuals involved in the expenditure of federal monies must avoid any actual or apparent conflict of interest.
• Procurement transactions must be conducted in a manner providing full and open competition.
• Opportunities should be provided to minority businesses, women's business enterprises, and labor surplus area firms when possible. • Contracts and purchase orders should include the contract provisions required by 2 CFR 200 Appendix A.
• Purchases of goods and services must include documentation detailing the procurement history.

XIII. Non-Commitment of City
While the City intends to select a Consultant through this process, this intention is subject to change at any time during the process. The City does not commit to awarding an agreement, paying any costs incurred in preparing the proposal for this request, and/or procuring or contracting any items or services.

XIV. Labor Requirements
A. Background: All personnel engaged in the performance of this work shall be employees of the Consultant and, as such, shall be warranted to possess sufficient experience and reliability to perform this work.

B. Health: All personnel engaged in the performance of this work shall be in good health and free of contagious diseases. The Consultant shall not allow any person(s) under the influence of alcohol or drugs on the premises or in the building.

Neither shall the Consultant allow the use of or presence of alcohol or drugs on the premises or in the building.

C. Non-Discrimination: The Consultant shall not engage in discrimination in the employment of persons because of race, color, national origin, ancestry, mental/physical disabilities, sex, or religion of such persons.

D. Conduct: No person(s) shall be employed for this work that is found to be incompetent, disorderly, and troublesome, under the influence of alcohol and drugs, which fails or otherwise refuses to perform the work properly and acceptably or is otherwise objectionable. Any person found to be objectionable shall be discharged immediately and not re-employed for this work.

E. Age: The Consultant will only hire individuals who are of legal age to work. 24 XV. Records
The Consultant agrees to permit the City Manager or designee access to records, reports, files, and other papers or property of the Consultant to audit any performance aspect under this agreement.

XVI. Use of Subcontractors
The Consultant shall be responsible for all work performed under the final agreement and shall keep all work under their control. No portion of the work may be subcontracted without the prior written consent of the City. All subcontractors used on this work shall be 18 and be under the direct supervision of the Consultant and shall be considered as their employees. Any approved subcontractors must provide insurance indemnifying the City with limits at or exceeding the limits of the primary's insurance.

XVII. Modifications/Changes
Changes in the areas serviced and/or specifications may be necessary during the agreement term. Changes in the agreement requirements and corresponding changes in compensation may be implemented upon mutual understanding between the City and the Consultant. These changes will be processed by the City Manager.

XVIII. Disclosure of Information
A. The Consultant agrees that it will not, during or after the term of the agreement, disclose any proprietary information or confidential business information of the City, including but not limited to its costs, charges, operating procedures, or methods of doing business to any person, Consultant, corporation, association, or other entity or the general public for any reason or purpose whatsoever, without the prior written consent of the City. Such confidential or proprietary information received by the Consultant shall be used exclusively in connection with the performance of services.

B. The Consultant shall not issue or release for publication any articles, advertising, or publicity matters relating to the services performed by the Consultant hereunder or mentioning or implying the name of the City or its respective personnel without the prior written consent of the City.

IX. Ex-Parte Communications
Consultants and their representatives should not engage in unauthorized communications with elected officials, officers, employees, or agents of the City about this RFP. This requirement also includes any evaluation panel member, except for designated RFP facilitators. This requirement remains in effect until after award notifications have been made.
25 This restriction does not prohibit consultants and their representatives from making oral statements or presentations to City representatives during a scheduled public meeting.

XX. General Rights of the City
At its discretion, the City reserves the right to:

A. Reject any and/or all proposals for no reason or any reason including, but not limited to, the following:

1. The proposal is incomplete, non-responsive, obscure, irregular, or lacking necessary detail and specificity.

2. The Proposer, in the sole judgment of the City, lacks the qualifications, experience, and/or responsibility necessary to provide the services.

3. The Proposer failed or neglected to complete and submit any information within the time specified by the City and as may be otherwise required herein.

B. Reject any proposal that, in the opinion of the City, is so unbalanced in comparison to other proposals received and/or to the City’s internal estimates that it does not accurately reflect the cost to perform;
C. Accept all or any part of a proposal;
D. Make multiple awards;
E. Cancel the entire RFP;
F. Issue subsequent RFPs; or
G. Waive any errors or informalities in any proposal to the extent law permits

PLEASE REVIEW
Attachment A – References
Attachment B – Sample PSA
Attachment C – Map of Specific Plan Area
Attachment D – Caltrans Approved Scope of Work

ITEM # 27

CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: René Bobadilla, P.E., City Manager
BY: Cuong Nguyen, Director of Community Development
SUBJECT: ON-CALL PROFESSIONAL ARCHITECTURAL CONSULTING
SERVICES – AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE A REQUEST FOR

QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ)
DATE: November 5, 2025
RECOMMENDATION(S):

It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Authorize the Director of Community Development to advertise a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for On-Call Professional Architectural Consulting Services; and
2) Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.

FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with issuing this RFQ. Upon vendor selection, City staff will bring this item back for City Council review and approval, including proposed expenditure amounts. Fees for architectural consulting services provided will vary by project. In some cases, costs for pass-through services may be borne by the project applicants.

BACKGROUND
The City frequently requires professional architectural expertise to support the evaluation of public and private development proposals, assist with capital project planning, and ensure consistency with City codes, policies, and community objectives. Retaining qualified firms on an on-call basis provides timely technical support, streamlines project delivery, and maintains high standards for urban design and development review.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF NOVEMBER 5, 2025

AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE A REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS