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AGENDA
MEETINGS OF THE HOUSING SUCCESSOR, SUCCESSOR AGENCY, AND CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 2026
AT 5:00 P.M.
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
11710 TELEGRAPH ROAD
SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA 90670
CITY COUNCIL
Joe Angel Zamora, Mayor
Annette Rodriguez, Mayor Pro Tem
Juanita Martin, Councilmember
John M. Mora, Councilmember
William K. Rounds, Councilmember
CITY MANAGER
René Bobadilla, P.E.
CITY ATTORNEY
Rick Olivarez
CITY STAFF
Assistant City Manager Nicholas Razo
Interim Fire Chief Michael Kozicki
Police Chief Aviv Bar
Director of Community Development Cuong Nguyen
Director of Finance Julio Morales
Director of Parks & Recreation Gus Hernandez
Director of Police and Community Services Arlene Salazar Director of Public Works James Enriquez
City Clerk Maribel Garcia
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NOTICES
This City Council Meeting (“Council”) will be held in person and will meet at City Hall – City Council Chambers, 11710 E. Telegraph Road, Santa Fe Springs, California. The meeting will be live streamed on the City’s YouTube Channel and can be accessed on the City’s website via the following link:
https://santafesprings.gov/city_council/city_council_meetings/index.php Americans with Disabilities Act: In compliance with the ADA, if you need special assistance to participate in a City meeting or other services offered by this City, please contact the City Clerk’s Office.
Notification of at least 48 hours prior to the meeting or time when services are needed will assist the City staff in assuring that reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibility to the meeting or service.
SB 1439: Effective January 1, 2025, City Council Members are subject to SB 1439 and cannot participate in certain decisions for a year after accepting campaign contributions of more than $500 from an interested person. The Council Member would need to disclose the donation and abstain from voting.
Public Comments: The public is encouraged to address City Council on any matter listed on the agenda or on any other matter within its jurisdiction. If you wish to address the City Council on the day of the meeting, please fill out a speaker card provided at the door and submit it to City Clerk staff. You may also submit comments in writing by sending them to the City Clerk's Office at [email protected]. All written comments received by 12:00 p.m. the day of the City Council Meeting will be distributed to the City Council and made a part of the official record of the meeting.
Written comments will not be read at the meeting, only the name of the person submitting the comment will be announced. Pursuant to provisions of the Brown Act, no action may be taken on a matter unless it is listed on the agenda, or unless certain emergency or special circumstances exist. The City Council may direct staff to investigate and/or schedule certain matters for consideration at a future City Council meeting.
Council Meeting Start Times: If there is a closed session or study session scheduled on the agenda, the regular meeting shall be scheduled to start at 5:00 p.m. and open session shall start at 6:00 p.m. If there is no closed session or study session scheduled on the agenda, the regular meeting shall be scheduled to start at 6:00 p.m.
Please Note: Staff reports and supplemental attachments are available for inspection online and at the office of the City Clerk in City Hall, during regular business hours 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday – Thursday. Telephone: (562) 868-0511.
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
At this time, the general public may address the City Council on closed session items only. Please be aware that the maximum time allotted for members of the public to speak shall not exceed three (3) minutes per speaker. State Law prohibits the City Council from taking action or entertaining extended discussion on a topic not listed on the agenda. Please show courtesy to others and direct all of your comments to the City Council.
1. CLOSED SESSION
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS: One Matter
(Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54957.6) Agency Designated Representatives: City Manager
Employee organizations: Santa Fe Springs City Employees’ Association and Santa Fe Springs Management and Confidential Employees' Association
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
REGULAR SESSION – BEGINNING AT 6:00 P.M.
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PRESENTATIONS-NONE
CHANGES TO AGENDA
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA, & NON-PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA ITEMS At this time, the general public may address the City Council on both non-agenda and non-public hearing agenda items. Comments relating to public hearing items will be heard during the public hearing. Please be aware that the maximum time allotted for members of the public to speak shall not exceed three (3) minutes per speaker. State Law prohibits the City Council from taking action or entertaining extended discussion on a topic not listed on the agenda. Please show courtesy to others and direct all of your comments to the City Council.
STAFF COMMUNICATIONS ON ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST
PUBLIC HEARING
2. OPERATING COVENANT AGREEMENT WITH THE OLIVE BANQUET INC FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 11900 TELEGRAPH ROAD (THE OLIVE RESTOBAR AND BANQUET HALL) (COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT)
It is recommended that the City Council:
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1. Open the Public Hearing; and
2. Receive any comments from the public wishing to speak on this matter and thereafter close the Public Hearing; and
3. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an Operating Covenant Agreement (“Agreement”) with The Olive Banquet Inc. to provide a conditional $3,000,000 grant supporting The Olive RestoBar restaurant and banquet hall, subject to continuous operation, job creation and retention, and compliance with the Agreement’s terms and conditions; and
4. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
OLD BUSINESS – NONE
REGULAR BUSINESS – NONE
CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine. Any items a Councilmember wishes to discuss should be designated at this time. All other items may be approved in a single motion.
Such approval will also waive the reading of any Ordinance.
HOUSING SUCCESSOR
3. MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 3, 2026 HOUSING SUCCESSOR MEETINGS (CITY CLERK) It is recommended that the Housing Successor:
1. Approve the minutes as submitted.
SUCCESSOR AGENCY
4. MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 3, 2026 HOUSING SUCCESSOR MEETINGS (CITY CLERK) It is recommended that the Successor Agency:
1. Approve the minutes as submitted.
CITY COUNCIL
5. MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 3, 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS (CITY CLERK) It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve the minutes as submitted.
6. RESIDENTIAL STREET IMPROVEMENT 2025-2026 – AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR
CONSTRUCTION BIDS (PUBLIC WORKS)
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve adding the Residential Street Improvement 2025-2026 project to the Capital Improvement Program; and
2. Approve the Plans and Specifications for the subject project; and
3. Appropriate Local Return Funds in the following dollar amounts: SB1 $969,061, Gas Tax $538,061, Measure R $151,812, Measure M $339,956; and
March 3, 2026: City Council Meeting Page 5 of 8
4. Appropriate $4,401,110 from the Capital Improvement Reserve Fund to the Residential Street Improvement 2025-2026 project; and
5. Authorize the City Engineer to advertise for construction bids; and
6. Authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice of Exemption for the subject project with the Los Angeles Registrar-Recorder; and
7. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
7. WATER FEATURE MAINTENANCE SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH PAYLESS POOL SERVICES –
FIRST AMENDMENT (PUBLIC WORKS)
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve the First Amendment to the agreement with Payless Pool Services for water feature maintenance services exercising the first one-year extension; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the First Amendment; and
3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
8. COMMERCIAL STREET IMPROVEMENTS FOR DINARD AVENUE, MARYTON AVENUE,
MARQUARDT AVENUE, PARK STREET, & PIKE STREET (PUBLIC WORKS) It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Award a construction contract to Onyx Paving Company, Inc. of Yorba Linda, California in the amount of $2,142,000 for the construction of the Commercial Street Improvements for Dinard Avenue, Maryton Avenue, Marquardt Avenue, Park Street and Pike Street; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement; and
3. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
9. RESIDENTIAL STREET LIGHTING SYSTEM UPGRADE PROJECT – AWARD OF CONTRACT (PUBLIC WORKS)
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Award a construction contract to DBX, Inc., in the amount of $5,968,766 for the Residential Street Lighting Upgrade Project, and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement; and
3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
10.STREET LIGHTING DISCTRICT NO. 1 – ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 10000 (PUBLIC WORKS) It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 10000, ordering the preparation of the Engineer’s Report for Fiscal Year 2026/27 in conjunction with the annual levy of assessments for Street Lighting District No. 1; and
2. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
March 3, 2026: City Council Meeting Page 6 of 8
11.CATCH BASIN RETROFIT AGREEMENT – LOS ANGELES COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT (PUBLIC WORKS)
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve the Catch Basin Retrofit Agreement with the Los Angeles County Flood Control District; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement; and
3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
12.CITYWIDE BRANDING IMPLEMENTATION – PHASE I APPROPRIATION REQUEST (POLICE & COMMUNITY SERVICES)
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve a Phase I budget Approve a Phase I budget appropriation in the amount of $800,000 to support the initial citywide implementation of the City’s new brand identity and visual system; and
2. Authorize the establishment of a Citywide Branding Account to allocate funds; and
3. Appropriate a total of $650,000 for street related branding; 20% ($130,000) in the General Fund Public Works Streets Account 10432001 and 80% ($520,000) in Measure SFS Funds; and
4. Appropriate $150,000 in the General Fund to the Citywide Branding Account; and
5. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
13.GUS VELASCO NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER AMENITY ENHANCEMENTS (POLICE & COMMUNITY SERVICES)
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Authorize an allocation in the amount of $208,000 to implement facility, security, and programmatic enhancements at the Gus Velasco Neighborhood Center (GVNC) to increase safety, improve operational efficiency, and expand multi-generational community use; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute any and all agreements, contracts for professional and contracted services, purchase orders, and related documents necessary to procure equipment, furnishings, materials, supplies, and services required for the implementation of the Gus Velasco Neighborhood Center (GVNC) Amenity Enhancements; and
3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
14.A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS AUTHORIZING JOINT APPLICATION TO AND PARTICIPATION IN THE HOMEKEY+ PROGRAM (COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT)
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 10001 to authorize submission of a joint application (“Joint Application”) to the California Department of Housing and Community Development for Homekey+ grant funds in an amount not to exceed $21,193,478; and
March 3, 2026: City Council Meeting Page 7 of 8
2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the Joint Application, the Standard Agreement (if awarded) in an amount not to exceed $21,193,478, and all ancillary documents required to secure and administer the grant funds; and
3. Direct staff to undertake all actions necessary to implement the Homekey+ award, if received, and to return to the City Council with any future agreements, appropriations, or project-related approvals as required; and
4. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
15.AWARD OF CONTRACTS – ON-CALL PETROLEUM ENGINEERING SERVICES (RFQUAL NO. 26-2) (COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT)
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 10002 awarding Professional Services Agreements to Cornerstone Engineering, Inc. and PR Field Services, Inc., and authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to enter into and execute the Professional Services Agreements with Cornerstone Engineering, Inc. and PR Field Services, Inc.; and
2. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
16.INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF ORINANCE NO. 1168 – AMENDING SECTIONS 93.20 THROUGH 93.99 (FIREWORKS) OF CHAPTER 93 (FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION) OF TITLE
IX (GENERAL REGULATIONS) OF THE SANTA FE SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE TO SUPPORT AN
EFFECTIVE PERMIT APPLICATION PROCEDURE AND SAFE OPERATION OF FIREWORKS STANDS (FIRE)
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Find and determine that the Ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3); and
2. Introduce by title only and waive further reading of Ordinance No.1168: An Ordinance amending Sections 93.20 through 93.99 (Fireworks) of Chapter 93 (Fire Prevention and Protection) of Title IX (General Regulations) of the Santa Fe Springs Municipal Code (“SFSMC”) to support an effective permit application procedure and safe operation of fireworks stands; and
3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
17.JULY 1, 2024 - JUNE 30, 2027, MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF
SANTA FE SPRINGS AND THE SANTA FE SPRINGS EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION
AND THE SANTA FE SPRINGS FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION (HUMAN RESOURCES) It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve the updated July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2027, Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Santa Fe Springs and the Santa Fe Springs Executive Management Association.
2. Approve the updated July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2027, Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Santa Fe Springs and the Santa Fe Springs Firefighters Association.
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18.APPROVE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH IBE DIGITAL TO UPGRADE AND MODERNIZE THE CITY’S PHONE AND DATA SERVICES (FINANCE)
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a five (5) year Professional Services Agreement with IBE Digital and corresponding service providers to upgrade and modernize the City’s phone system and data services in the amount of $2,350,000; and
2. Authorize Finance Department to add additional IT Support Personnel not-to-exceed $200,000 for FY26-27; and
3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS, COMMITTEES, AND COMMISSIONS
COUNCIL COMMENTS/AB1234 COUNCIL CONFERENCE REPORTING
Councilmember announcements; requests for future agenda items; conference/meeting reports.
Members of the City Council will provide a brief report on meetings attended at the expense of the local agency as required by Government Code Section 53232.3(d).
ADJOURNMENT
I, Maribel Garcia, City Clerk for the City of Santa Fe Springs hereby certify that a copy of this agenda has been posted no less than 72 hours at the following locations; City’s website at www.santafesprings.gov; Santa Fe Springs City Hall, 11710 Telegraph Road; Santa Fe Springs City Library, 11700 Telegraph Road; and the Town Center Plaza (Kiosk), 11740 Telegraph Road.
AGENDA
MEETINGS OF THE HOUSING SUCCESSOR, SUCCESSOR AGENCY, AND CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 2026
AT 5:00 P.M.
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
11710 TELEGRAPH ROAD
SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA 90670
CITY COUNCIL
Joe Angel Zamora, Mayor
Annette Rodriguez, Mayor Pro Tem
Juanita Martin, Councilmember
John M. Mora, Councilmember
William K. Rounds, Councilmember
CITY MANAGER
René Bobadilla, P.E.
CITY ATTORNEY
Rick Olivarez
CITY STAFF
Assistant City Manager Nicholas Razo
Interim Fire Chief Michael Kozicki
Police Chief Aviv Bar
Director of Community Development Cuong Nguyen
Director of Finance Julio Morales
Director of Parks & Recreation Gus Hernandez
Director of Police and Community Services Arlene Salazar Director of Public Works James Enriquez
City Clerk Maribel Garcia
March 3, 2026: City Council Meeting Page 2 of 8
NOTICES
This City Council Meeting (“Council”) will be held in person and will meet at City Hall – City Council Chambers, 11710 E. Telegraph Road, Santa Fe Springs, California. The meeting will be live streamed on the City’s YouTube Channel and can be accessed on the City’s website via the following link:
https://santafesprings.gov/city_council/city_council_meetings/index.php Americans with Disabilities Act: In compliance with the ADA, if you need special assistance to participate in a City meeting or other services offered by this City, please contact the City Clerk’s Office.
Notification of at least 48 hours prior to the meeting or time when services are needed will assist the City staff in assuring that reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibility to the meeting or service.
SB 1439: Effective January 1, 2025, City Council Members are subject to SB 1439 and cannot participate in certain decisions for a year after accepting campaign contributions of more than $500 from an interested person. The Council Member would need to disclose the donation and abstain from voting.
Public Comments: The public is encouraged to address City Council on any matter listed on the agenda or on any other matter within its jurisdiction. If you wish to address the City Council on the day of the meeting, please fill out a speaker card provided at the door and submit it to City Clerk staff. You may also submit comments in writing by sending them to the City Clerk's Office at [email protected]. All written comments received by 12:00 p.m. the day of the City Council Meeting will be distributed to the City Council and made a part of the official record of the meeting.
Written comments will not be read at the meeting, only the name of the person submitting the comment will be announced. Pursuant to provisions of the Brown Act, no action may be taken on a matter unless it is listed on the agenda, or unless certain emergency or special circumstances exist. The City Council may direct staff to investigate and/or schedule certain matters for consideration at a future City Council meeting.
Council Meeting Start Times: If there is a closed session or study session scheduled on the agenda, the regular meeting shall be scheduled to start at 5:00 p.m. and open session shall start at 6:00 p.m. If there is no closed session or study session scheduled on the agenda, the regular meeting shall be scheduled to start at 6:00 p.m.
Please Note: Staff reports and supplemental attachments are available for inspection online and at the office of the City Clerk in City Hall, during regular business hours 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday – Thursday. Telephone: (562) 868-0511.
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
At this time, the general public may address the City Council on closed session items only. Please be aware that the maximum time allotted for members of the public to speak shall not exceed three (3) minutes per speaker. State Law prohibits the City Council from taking action or entertaining extended discussion on a topic not listed on the agenda. Please show courtesy to others and direct all of your comments to the City Council.
1. CLOSED SESSION
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS: One Matter
(Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54957.6) Agency Designated Representatives: City Manager
Employee organizations: Santa Fe Springs City Employees’ Association and Santa Fe Springs Management and Confidential Employees' Association
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
REGULAR SESSION – BEGINNING AT 6:00 P.M.
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PRESENTATIONS-NONE
CHANGES TO AGENDA
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA, & NON-PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA ITEMS At this time, the general public may address the City Council on both non-agenda and non-public hearing agenda items. Comments relating to public hearing items will be heard during the public hearing. Please be aware that the maximum time allotted for members of the public to speak shall not exceed three (3) minutes per speaker. State Law prohibits the City Council from taking action or entertaining extended discussion on a topic not listed on the agenda. Please show courtesy to others and direct all of your comments to the City Council.
STAFF COMMUNICATIONS ON ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST
PUBLIC HEARING
2. OPERATING COVENANT AGREEMENT WITH THE OLIVE BANQUET INC FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 11900 TELEGRAPH ROAD (THE OLIVE RESTOBAR AND BANQUET HALL) (COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT)
It is recommended that the City Council:
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1. Open the Public Hearing; and
2. Receive any comments from the public wishing to speak on this matter and thereafter close the Public Hearing; and
3. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an Operating Covenant Agreement (“Agreement”) with The Olive Banquet Inc. to provide a conditional $3,000,000 grant supporting The Olive RestoBar restaurant and banquet hall, subject to continuous operation, job creation and retention, and compliance with the Agreement’s terms and conditions; and
4. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
OLD BUSINESS – NONE
REGULAR BUSINESS – NONE
CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine. Any items a Councilmember wishes to discuss should be designated at this time. All other items may be approved in a single motion.
Such approval will also waive the reading of any Ordinance.
HOUSING SUCCESSOR
3. MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 3, 2026 HOUSING SUCCESSOR MEETINGS (CITY CLERK) It is recommended that the Housing Successor:
1. Approve the minutes as submitted.
SUCCESSOR AGENCY
4. MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 3, 2026 HOUSING SUCCESSOR MEETINGS (CITY CLERK) It is recommended that the Successor Agency:
1. Approve the minutes as submitted.
CITY COUNCIL
5. MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 3, 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS (CITY CLERK) It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve the minutes as submitted.
6. RESIDENTIAL STREET IMPROVEMENT 2025-2026 – AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR
CONSTRUCTION BIDS (PUBLIC WORKS)
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve adding the Residential Street Improvement 2025-2026 project to the Capital Improvement Program; and
2. Approve the Plans and Specifications for the subject project; and
3. Appropriate Local Return Funds in the following dollar amounts: SB1 $969,061, Gas Tax $538,061, Measure R $151,812, Measure M $339,956; and
March 3, 2026: City Council Meeting Page 5 of 8
4. Appropriate $4,401,110 from the Capital Improvement Reserve Fund to the Residential Street Improvement 2025-2026 project; and
5. Authorize the City Engineer to advertise for construction bids; and
6. Authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice of Exemption for the subject project with the Los Angeles Registrar-Recorder; and
7. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
7. WATER FEATURE MAINTENANCE SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH PAYLESS POOL SERVICES –
FIRST AMENDMENT (PUBLIC WORKS)
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve the First Amendment to the agreement with Payless Pool Services for water feature maintenance services exercising the first one-year extension; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the First Amendment; and
3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
8. COMMERCIAL STREET IMPROVEMENTS FOR DINARD AVENUE, MARYTON AVENUE,
MARQUARDT AVENUE, PARK STREET, & PIKE STREET (PUBLIC WORKS) It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Award a construction contract to Onyx Paving Company, Inc. of Yorba Linda, California in the amount of $2,142,000 for the construction of the Commercial Street Improvements for Dinard Avenue, Maryton Avenue, Marquardt Avenue, Park Street and Pike Street; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement; and
3. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
9. RESIDENTIAL STREET LIGHTING SYSTEM UPGRADE PROJECT – AWARD OF CONTRACT (PUBLIC WORKS)
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Award a construction contract to DBX, Inc., in the amount of $5,968,766 for the Residential Street Lighting Upgrade Project, and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement; and
3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
10.STREET LIGHTING DISCTRICT NO. 1 – ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 10000 (PUBLIC WORKS) It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 10000, ordering the preparation of the Engineer’s Report for Fiscal Year 2026/27 in conjunction with the annual levy of assessments for Street Lighting District No. 1; and
2. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
March 3, 2026: City Council Meeting Page 6 of 8
11.CATCH BASIN RETROFIT AGREEMENT – LOS ANGELES COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT (PUBLIC WORKS)
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve the Catch Basin Retrofit Agreement with the Los Angeles County Flood Control District; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement; and
3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
12.CITYWIDE BRANDING IMPLEMENTATION – PHASE I APPROPRIATION REQUEST (POLICE & COMMUNITY SERVICES)
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve a Phase I budget Approve a Phase I budget appropriation in the amount of $800,000 to support the initial citywide implementation of the City’s new brand identity and visual system; and
2. Authorize the establishment of a Citywide Branding Account to allocate funds; and
3. Appropriate a total of $650,000 for street related branding; 20% ($130,000) in the General Fund Public Works Streets Account 10432001 and 80% ($520,000) in Measure SFS Funds; and
4. Appropriate $150,000 in the General Fund to the Citywide Branding Account; and
5. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
13.GUS VELASCO NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER AMENITY ENHANCEMENTS (POLICE & COMMUNITY SERVICES)
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Authorize an allocation in the amount of $208,000 to implement facility, security, and programmatic enhancements at the Gus Velasco Neighborhood Center (GVNC) to increase safety, improve operational efficiency, and expand multi-generational community use; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute any and all agreements, contracts for professional and contracted services, purchase orders, and related documents necessary to procure equipment, furnishings, materials, supplies, and services required for the implementation of the Gus Velasco Neighborhood Center (GVNC) Amenity Enhancements; and
3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
14.A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS AUTHORIZING JOINT APPLICATION TO AND PARTICIPATION IN THE HOMEKEY+ PROGRAM (COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT)
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 10001 to authorize submission of a joint application (“Joint Application”) to the California Department of Housing and Community Development for Homekey+ grant funds in an amount not to exceed $21,193,478; and
March 3, 2026: City Council Meeting Page 7 of 8
2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the Joint Application, the Standard Agreement (if awarded) in an amount not to exceed $21,193,478, and all ancillary documents required to secure and administer the grant funds; and
3. Direct staff to undertake all actions necessary to implement the Homekey+ award, if received, and to return to the City Council with any future agreements, appropriations, or project-related approvals as required; and
4. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
15.AWARD OF CONTRACTS – ON-CALL PETROLEUM ENGINEERING SERVICES (RFQUAL NO. 26-2) (COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT)
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 10002 awarding Professional Services Agreements to Cornerstone Engineering, Inc. and PR Field Services, Inc., and authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to enter into and execute the Professional Services Agreements with Cornerstone Engineering, Inc. and PR Field Services, Inc.; and
2. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
16.INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF ORINANCE NO. 1168 – AMENDING SECTIONS 93.20 THROUGH 93.99 (FIREWORKS) OF CHAPTER 93 (FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION) OF TITLE
IX (GENERAL REGULATIONS) OF THE SANTA FE SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE TO SUPPORT AN
EFFECTIVE PERMIT APPLICATION PROCEDURE AND SAFE OPERATION OF FIREWORKS STANDS (FIRE)
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Find and determine that the Ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3); and
2. Introduce by title only and waive further reading of Ordinance No.1168: An Ordinance amending Sections 93.20 through 93.99 (Fireworks) of Chapter 93 (Fire Prevention and Protection) of Title IX (General Regulations) of the Santa Fe Springs Municipal Code (“SFSMC”) to support an effective permit application procedure and safe operation of fireworks stands; and
3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
17.JULY 1, 2024 - JUNE 30, 2027, MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF
SANTA FE SPRINGS AND THE SANTA FE SPRINGS EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION
AND THE SANTA FE SPRINGS FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION (HUMAN RESOURCES) It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve the updated July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2027, Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Santa Fe Springs and the Santa Fe Springs Executive Management Association.
2. Approve the updated July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2027, Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Santa Fe Springs and the Santa Fe Springs Firefighters Association.
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18.APPROVE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH IBE DIGITAL TO UPGRADE AND MODERNIZE THE CITY’S PHONE AND DATA SERVICES (FINANCE)
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a five (5) year Professional Services Agreement with IBE Digital and corresponding service providers to upgrade and modernize the City’s phone system and data services in the amount of $2,350,000; and
2. Authorize Finance Department to add additional IT Support Personnel not-to-exceed $200,000 for FY26-27; and
3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS, COMMITTEES, AND COMMISSIONS
COUNCIL COMMENTS/AB1234 COUNCIL CONFERENCE REPORTING
Councilmember announcements; requests for future agenda items; conference/meeting reports.
Members of the City Council will provide a brief report on meetings attended at the expense of the local agency as required by Government Code Section 53232.3(d).
ADJOURNMENT
I, Maribel Garcia, City Clerk for the City of Santa Fe Springs hereby certify that a copy of this agenda has been posted no less than 72 hours at the following locations; City’s website at www.santafesprings.gov; Santa Fe Springs City Hall, 11710 Telegraph Road; Santa Fe Springs City Library, 11700 Telegraph Road; and the Town Center Plaza (Kiosk), 11740 Telegraph Road.
UNDER SEPARATE COVER – AGENDA ITEM NO. 2
2. OPERATING COVENANT AGREEMENT WITH THE OLIVE
BANQUET INC FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 11900
TELEGRAPH ROAD (THE OLIVE RESTOBAR AND BANQUET
HALL) (COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT)
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City
Council:
1) Open the Public Hearing; and
2) Receive any comments from the public wishing to speak on this matter and thereafter close the Public Hearing; and 3) Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an Operating Covenant Agreement (“Agreement”) with The Olive Banquet Inc. to provide a conditional $3,000,000 grant
supporting The Olive RestoBar restaurant and banquet hall, subject to continuous operation, job creation and retention, and compliance with the Agreement’s terms and conditions; and
4) Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
FOR ITEM NO. 3, PLEASE SEE ITEM NO. 5
FOR ITEM NO. 4, PLEASE SEE ITEM NO. 5
ITEM # 5
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: René Bobadilla, P.E., City Manager
BY: Maribel Garcia, City Clerk
SUBJECT: MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 3, 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS DATE: March 3, 2026
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve the minutes as submitted.
FISCAL IMPACT
N/A
BACKGROUND
Staff have prepared minutes for the following meeting:
• Council Meeting of February 3, 2026
ANALYSIS
N/A
ENVIRONMENTAL
N/A
DISCUSSION
N/A
SUMMARY/NEXT STEPS
N/A
ATTACHMENT(S):
A. February 3, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Approved:
MINUTES OF THE MEETINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Zamora called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Members present: Councilmembers/Directors: Rounds, Mora, Martin, Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chair Rodriguez, and Mayor/Chair Zamora
Members absent: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS – None
1. CLOSED SESSION
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL ANTICIPATED LITIGATION: One Matter (Pursuant to California Government Code Sections 54956.9(d)(2) and 54569(e)(1) Mayor Zamora recessed the meetings at 5:02 p.m.
Mayor Zamora reconvened the meetings at 6:03 p.m.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney, Rick Olivarez provided the following closed session report: Direction was given to staff, and no reportable action was taken.
INVOCATION
Pastor Ray Loo led the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Youth Leadership Committee led the pledge of allegiance.
CHANGES TO AGENDA – None
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS – None
STAFF COMMUNICATIONS ON ITEMS OF INTEREST
Director of Parks and Recreation, Gus Hernandez promoted the President’s Day Carnival.
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF MARCH 3, 2026
Minutes of the February 3, 2026 Housing Successor, Successor Agency, and City Council Meetings
PUBLIC HEARING
2. PUBLIC HEARING FOR FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 1166 AMENDING SECTIONS 155.175.2 (USES) AND 155.637 (MINI-WAREHOUSES) WITHIN TITLE 15 (LAND USE), CHAPTER 155 (ZONING),
OF THE SANTA FE SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE AND DETERMINING THAT THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT
FROM CEQA (COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT)
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Open the Public Hearing; and
2. Receive any comments from the public wishing to speak on this matter and thereafter close the Public Hearing; and
3. Find and determine that the proposed Zoning Code Amendment is consistent with the goals, policies, and programs of the City’s General Plan; and
4. Find and determine that the Ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3); and
5. Introduce by title only and waive further reading of Ordinance No. 1162: An Ordinance of the City of Santa Fe Springs Municipal Code relating to mini-warehouses in the Mixed-Used Transit- Oriented Development (MU-TOD) zone; and
6. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Public Hearing opened at 6:09 p.m.
No. of Speakers: None
Public Hearing closed at 6:10 p.m.
It was moved by Councilmember Rounds and seconded by Councilmember Martin, to find and determine that the proposed Zoning Code Amendment is consistent with the goals, policies, and programs of the City’s General Plan; and find and determine that the Ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3); and introduce by title only and waive further reading of Ordinance No. 1162: An Ordinance of the City of Santa Fe Springs Municipal Code relating to mini-warehouses in the Mixed-Used Transit-Oriented Development (MU-TOD) zone; and take such additional, related action that may be desirable, by the following vote:
Ayes: Rounds, Mora, Martin, Rodriguez, Zamora
Noes: None
Absent: None
Recuse: None
OLD BUSINESS – NONE
REGULAR BUSINESS – NONE
CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine. Any items a Councilmember wishes to discuss should be designated at this time. All other items may be approved in a single motion. Such approval will also waive the reading of any Ordinance.
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF MARCH 3, 2026
Minutes of the February 3, 2026 Housing Successor, Successor Agency, and City Council Meetings
HOUSING SUCCESSOR
3. MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 13, 2026 HOUSING SUCCESSOR MEETINGS (CITY CLERK) RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Housing Successor:
1. Approve the minutes as submitted.
SUCCESSOR AGENCY
4. MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 13, 2026 SUCCESSOR AGENCY MEETINGS (CITY CLERK) RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Successor Agency:
1. Approve the minutes as submitted.
CITY COUNCIL
5. MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 13, 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS (CITY CLERK) RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve the minutes as submitted.
6. RESOLUTION NO. 9999 – WEED ABATEMENT (CITY CLERK)
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 9999 declaring weeds a public nuisance, declaring the intention to remove them, and setting Tuesday, February 17, 2026 as the date for Public Hearing.
7. RESIDENTIAL CONCRETE IMPROVEMENT 2025–2026 – AWARD OF CONTRACT (PUBLIC WORKS) RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Award a construction contract to C J Concrete Construction, Inc. of Santa Fe Springs, California in the amount of $158,150 for the construction of the Residential Concrete Improvement 2025-2026 project and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement; and
2. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
8. LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES – AWARD OF CONTRACT (PUBLIC WORKS) RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Accept the proposal from Merchants Landscape Services, Inc. in response to RFB No. 26-1 for Landscape Maintenance Services; and
2. Award a contract to Merchants Landscape Services, Inc. from Santa Ana, California for Landscape Maintenance Services in the annual amount not to exceed $1,329,633; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement with Merchants Landscape Services, Inc., and
4. Amend the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Adopted Budget with an appropriation of $106,211 from the General Fund; and
5. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF MARCH 3, 2026
Minutes of the February 3, 2026 Housing Successor, Successor Agency, and City Council Meetings
9. APPROVAL OF THREE OPERATING AGREEMENTS WITH CLEAR CHANNEL OUTDOOR, LLC FOR
POSTER BILLBOARD CONVERSION (COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT)
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 9998, approving three (3) Operating Agreements between the City of Santa Fe Springs and Clear Channel Outdoor, LLC, allowing Clear Channel Outdoor, LLC to convert five existing static poster billboard faces to electronic poster billboards; and
2. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
It was moved by Councilmember Rounds, seconded by Councilmember Martin, to approve the consent calendar, by the following vote:
Ayes: Rounds, Mora, Martin, Rodriguez, Zamora
Noes: None
Absent: None
Recuse: None
APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS, COMMITTEES, AND COMMISSIONS - None COUNCIL COMMENTS/AB1234 COUNCIL CONFERENCE REPORTING
Councilmember Rounds thanked residents and staff regarding the additional storage facility. He expressed optimism for 2026 and commended staff for their work on the Rose Parade float.
Councilmember Mora reported attending the City’s Open House. He noted he was unable to attend Quartermania but shared that his son participated. He expressed that he is looking forward to 2026.
Councilmember Martin reported that she did not attend any conferences and was unable to attend Quartermania.
Mayor Pro Tem Rodriguez reported attending Quartermania and thanked all those involved in the event.
Mayor Zamora thanked the Police Chief and stated that Quartermania was a great success. He also thanked the community for their support and participation.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Zamora adjourned the meeting at 6:25 p.m.
ITEM # 6
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 STREET IMPROVEMENT 2025-2026 – AUTHORIZATION TO
ADVERTISE FOR CONSTRUCTION BIDS
DATE: March 3, 2026
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve adding the Residential Street Improvement 2025-2026 project to the Capital Improvement Program; and
2. Approve the Plans and Specifications for the subject project; and
3. Appropriate Local Return Funds in the following dollar amounts: SB1 $969,061, Gas Tax $538,061, Measure R $151,812, Measure M $339,956; and
4. Appropriate $4,401,110 from the Capital Improvement Reserve Fund to the Residential Street Improvement 2025-2026 project; and
5. Authorize the City Engineer to advertise for construction bids; and
6. Authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice of Exemption for the subject project with the Los Angeles Registrar-Recorder; and
7. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
FISCAL IMPACT
The proposed Residential Street Improvements 2025-2026 Project is a new CIP Project and staff is recommending adding the project to the Capital Improvement Program. The City has accrued an aggregate total of $1,998,890 in local return funds from SB1, Gas Tax, Measure R and Measure M sources that can be used to improve roadways and pedestrian paths of travel. Moreover, staff is recommending an appropriation in the amount of $4,401,110 from the Capital Improvement Reserve CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF MARCH 3, 2026
Residential Street Improvement 2025-2026 – Authorization to Advertise for Construction Bids
Fund to the Residential Street Improvement 2025-2026 Project. The total cost estimate for the project is $6,400,000 which includes construction, engineering, design, inspection, and contingency. The project may require additional appropriations at the time of the Award of Contract based on the actual low bid received.
The total project cost breakdown is as follows:
ITEM ESTIMATED AMOUNT
Construction $ 5,550,000
Design $ 50,000
Engineering $ 100,000
Inspection $ 100,000
Contingency $ 600,000
Total Project Cost $ 6,400,000
BACKGROUND
The proposed Residential Street Improvements 2025-2026 Project locations shown on Attachment A have been evaluated by staff. The scope of work consists of grinding the existing street pavement and placing new asphalt concrete overlays, replacing damaged driveway ramps, curb and gutter, cross gutters, ADA curb ramps, sidewalks, and replacing traffic control devices.
The project plans & specifications are complete, and the Public Works Department is ready to advertise for construction bids for this project, upon City Council approval. A copy of the project plans and 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 Street Improvements 2025-2026 project is categorically exempt under Class 1(c) for existing facilities.
PROJECT FUNDING AMOUNT
Gas Tax $ 538,061
Measure R $ 151,812
Measure M $ 339,956
SB1 $
969,
061 969,061
Capital Improvement Reserve Fund
(Recommended) $
4,401,110
Total Project Funding $ 6,400,000
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF MARCH 3, 2026
Residential Street Improvement 2025-2026 – Authorization to Advertise for Construction Bids
ITEM STATUS:
APPROVED: ☐
DENIED: ☐
TABLED: ☐
DIRECTION GIVEN: ☐
____________________________
City Clerk, Maribel Garcia
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 completion of the Residential Street Improvements 2025-2026 project will renew the service life of the existing street pavement and hardscape. The project will also help reduce maintenance repair costs.
SUMMARY/NEXT STEPS
Upon approval of the City Council of the recommended action, City staff will advertise the project and await the construction bid opening.
ATTACHMENT(S):
A. Site Plan
RESIDENTIAL PCC WORK
SIDEWALK - C&G
Elkhurst
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RESIDENTIAL STREET
IMPROVEMENT 25-26
SITE PLAN CLARKMAN ST
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ITEM # 7
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: WATER FEATURE MAINTENANCE SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH PAYLESS POOL SERVICES – FIRST AMENDMENT
DATE: March 3, 2026
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve the First Amendment to the agreement with Payless Pool Services for water feature maintenance services exercising the first one-year extension; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the First Amendment; and
3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
FISCAL IMPACT
Payless Pool Services will continue to provide water feature maintenance services to 23 water features at no change to the contract amount (monthly rate of $7,675), which is in the approved Public Works Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26.
BACKGROUND
On February 22, 2018, the City Council approved an agreement with Payless Pool Services for the maintenance of the city’s water features, which primarily consist of fountains throughout the city. The agreement expired on February 23, 2023.
A Request for Proposals (RFP) for this service was published in May 2022. As a result of the RFP, the City Council approved a new agreement with Payless Pool Services at their meeting on September 6, 2022 (Attachment A). The agreement had an effective date of February 23, 2023, and was for an initial term of 3 years with two optional one-year extensions. The initial term is scheduled to expire on February 23, 2026. Payless Pool Services continues to provide effective, responsive, and highquality services. Payless Pool Services holds the necessary certification from the Los Angeles County Department of Health, required to provide this type of service. Staff recommends that the City Council approve the first one-year extension, to February 23, 2027.
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF MARCH 3, 2026
Water Feature Maintenance Services Agreement with Payless Pool Services – First Amendment
ITEM STATUS:
APPROVED: ☐
DENIED: ☐
TABLED: ☐
DIRECTION GIVEN: ☐
____________________________
City Clerk, Maribel Garcia
ANALYSIS
N/A
ENVIRONMENTAL
Maintenance of the City’s Water Features is required for the safety and welfare of the residents, as well as the preservation of these city assets.
DISCUSSION
N/A
SUMMARY/NEXT STEPS
Upon the approval of the recommended actions by the City Council, staff will coordinate the execution of the First Amendment and ensure uninterrupted servicing of the city’s water feature.
ATTACHMENT(S):
A. Water Feature Maintenance Services Agreement
B. First Amendment
FIRST AMENDMENT
TO
CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS
WATER FEATURE MAINTENANCE SERVICES AGREEMENT
WITH
PAYLESS POOL SERVICES
This First Amendment to Water Feature Maintenance Services Agreement (“First Amendment”) is made and entered into this 3rd day of March 2026 (“Effective Date”), by and between the City of Santa Fe Springs, a California municipal corporation (“City”) and Ron Ladoski, a sole proprietorship doing business as Payless Pool Services (“Contractor”). For purposes of this First Amendment, the capitalized term “Parties” shall be a collective reference to both City and Contractor.
RECITALS
WHEREAS, on September 6, 2022, City and Contractor entered into the Water Feature Maintenance Services Agreement for Contractor to provide water feature maintenance services to City (“Agreement”) effective February 23, 2023; WHEREAS, the term of the Agreement expires on February 23, 2026, and the Parties desire to amend the Agreement to extend the Agreement by an additional oneyear period (the “Extension”), to February 23, 2027, and to include that the City pay Contractor Ninety-Two Thousand One Hundred Dollars ($92,100.00) 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 First Amendment.
2. Section 1 of the Agreement is hereby amended as follows:
This Agreement shall commence on February 23, 2023, and shall remain and continue in effect until February 23, 2027for a period of three years, unless sooner terminated pursuant to the provisions of this Agreement. The City, at its discretion, may extend the term of Agreement for up to onetwo one-year periods upon written notice to Contractor.
3. Section 5 of the Agreement is amended to add Subsection D. as follows:
D. The total compensation to Contractor for the work completed between February 23, 2026 to February 23, 2027 shall not exceed Ninety-Two Thousand One Hundred Dollars ($92,100.00).
4. Except as amended herein, all terms, conditions, and provisions of the
ATTACHMENT B
Agreement shall remain in full force and effect, and this First 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. In the event of any conflict or inconsistency between the provisions of this First Amendment and the provisions of the Agreement, the provisions of this First Amendment shall control, but only in so far as such provisions conflict with the Agreement and no further.
6. If any portion of this First 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 First 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 First 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 PAYLESS POOL SERVICES
René Bobadilla, P.E. Ron Laskodi, Owner
Date: Date:
ATTEST:
Maribel Garcia, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Rick Olivarez, City Attorney
ITEM # 8
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 IMPROVEMENTS FOR DINARD AVENUE, MARYTON AVENUE, MARQUARDT AVENUE, PARK STREET & PIKE STREET – AWARD OF
CONTRACT
DATE: March 3, 2026
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Award a construction contract to Onyx Paving Company, Inc. of Yorba Linda, California in the amount of $2,142,000 for the construction of the Commercial Street Improvements for Dinard Avenue, Maryton Avenue, Marquardt Avenue, Park Street and Pike Street; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement; and
3. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
FISCAL IMPACT
The subject project is part of the Measure SFS – Phase 1 Street Improvement Program funded by the 2025 Special Parcel Tax Revenue Bonds (Measure SFS).
The Total Project Budget was estimated at $3,860,000. With the low bid received, the Total Project Budget is reduced to $2,930,000. The savings of $930,000 will be made available for other Measure SFS Phase 1 projects.
The project cost breakdown is as follows:
Street Improvements (Dinard Ave., Maryton Ave., Marquardt Ave., Park St. Pike St.) CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF MARCH 3, 2026
Commercial Street Improvements - Dinard Ave, Maryton Ave, Marquardt Ave, Park St, and Pike St
BACKGROUND
The subject project is located on Dinard Avenue (from Maryton Avenue to Rosecrans Avenue), Maryton Avenue (from Dinard Avenue to Rosecrans Avenue), Marquardt Avenue (from Imperial Highway to 625 ft south), Park Street ( Both cul-de-sacs east and west of Shoemaker Avenue), and Pike Street (Both cul-de-sacs east and west of Norwalk Blvd). Attachment B shows a map of the street improvement project segments and limits. 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 damaged curb & gutter, sidewalks, curb ramps, parkway drains, and driveways, as needed.
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.
ANALYSIS
On November 5, 2025, the City Council authorized the advertisement for construction bids for the subject project. The solicitation for construction bids was advertised on November 13, 2025, in accordance with the California Public Uniform Construction Cost Accounting Commission guidelines for formal bidding.
A total of seven bids were received on January 22, 2026. City staff reviewed the proposals and determined that all bid proposals complied with the project specifications. The apparent low bidder for the project was Onyx Paving Company, Inc. of Yorba Linda, CA with a bid totaling $2,142,000. The tabulated bid results are as follows:
Item: Estimated Project Costs
Construction $ 2,142,000
Design $ 267,000
Engineering $ 100,000
Inspection $ 100,000
Contingency $ 321,000
Total Estimated Project Cost: $ 2,930,000
Company Name Audited Bid Formal Bid Submitted
1. Onyx Paving Company, Inc. $2,142,000.00 $2,142,000.00
2. R.J. Noble Company $2,254,872.00 $2,254,872.00
3. Hardy & Harper, Inc. $2,360,000.00 $2,360,000.00
4. All American Asphalt $2,457,917.00 $2,457,917.00
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF MARCH 3, 2026
Commercial Street Improvements - Dinard Ave, Maryton Ave, Marquardt Ave, Park St, and Pike St
ITEM STATUS:
APPROVED: ☐
DENIED: ☐
TABLED: ☐
DIRECTION GIVEN: ☐
____________________________
City Clerk, Maribel Garcia
The bid proposal submitted by Onyx Paving Company, Inc., in the amount of $2,142,000, is approximately 27% below the Engineer’s Estimate of $2,950,000 and is acceptable.
The Department of Public Works has reviewed the bids and determined the bid submitted by Onyx Paving Company, Inc. to be responsive and responsible.
ENVIRONMENTAL
Pursuant to the guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Commercial Street Improvements for Dinard Avenue, Maryton Avenue, Marquardt Avenue, Park Street and Pike 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
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 coordinate with the Contractor on the delivery of the project.
ATTACHMENT(S):
A. Contract Agreement
B. Location Map (Maryton Ave, Marquardt Ave, Park St, and Pike St.)
5. Van Engineering Inc. $2,748,285.00 $2,748,285.00
6. LCR Earthwork & Engineering Corp. $2,844,030.00 $2,844,030.00
7. Toro Enterprises, Inc. $3,058,330.10 $3,058,330.10
2025-04 Commercial Street Improvement for
Dinard Ave – Maryton Ave – Marquardt Ave – Park St & Pike St D-1
AGREEMENT FOR CONSTRUCTION
COMMERCIAL STREET IMPROVEMENT FOR
DINARD AVENUE – MARYTON AVENUE– MARQUARDT AVENUE
PARK STREET & PIKE STREET
CONTRACTOR’S NAME
This Agreement for Construction (“Agreement”) is entered into on this 3rd day of March 2026, by and between the CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS, a California municipal corporation (“City”) and Onyx Paving Company, Inc., 22707 La Palma Avenue, Yorba Linda, CA 92887, State Contractor’s License No. 630360 (“Contractor”). Hereinafter, the City and the Contractor may be referred to collectively as the “Parties.” The Parties mutually agree as follows: Contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment and materials for, and perform the work of COMMERCIAL STREET
IMPROVEMENT FOR DINARD AVENUE, MARYTON AVENUE, MARQUARDT AVENUE, PARK STREET AND PIKE STREET which is covered in the Contractor’s Bid Proposal (the “Work), in accordance with the provisions and requirements in the Contract Documents as defined by this Agreement.
ARTICLE 1 – CONTRACT DOCUMENTS
1.1 Definitions. The meanings of all capitalized terms used herein and in the Contract Documents and not otherwise defined in this document shall be the same as those definitions set forth in the General and Standard Specifications and Special Provisions.
1.2 Contract Documents. The “Contract Documents,” except for Modifications issued after execution of this Agreement, consist of the following documents, all of which are either attached hereto as exhibits or are incorporated herein by this reference, are intended to be correlative and constitute Contractor’s performance obligations:
a. Permits from the City’s Building, Planning, and Public Works Departments and similar Governmental Approvals for the Work required by applicable law. b. Change Orders and other Modifications issued after execution of the Agreement. c. This Agreement, as signed by the Parties, including the following exhibit, and Certificates of Insurance and Additional insured endorsements for Contractor:
Exhibit “A” – Workers Compensation Certification
Exhibit “B” – Performance and Payment Bonds
Exhibit “C” – Claims Procedure
d. Addenda with later Addenda having priority over earlier Addenda issued in connection with the Notice Inviting Bids, as follows:
Addendum No. 1, issued 01/07/2026, 1 page.
Addendum No. 2, issued 01/14/2026, 1 page.
e. Contractors Bid Proposal, for the above-referenced Bid No. CB No. 2025-04 (comprised of Notice Inviting Bids, Instructions to Bidders and attachments, Bid Schedule of Prices, List of Subcontractors, Proposal, Signature
ATTACHMENT A
2025-04 Commercial Street Improvement for
Dinard Ave – Maryton Ave – Marquardt Ave – Park St & Pike St D-2
Certification/Authorization, Bid Guaranty, and where applicable, Contractor Qualification Statement and/or Subcontractor Qualification Statement. f. Special Provisions, General Specifications and Standard Specifications. g. City and other agency’s Standard Drawings.
h. All documents, maps, texts and items referred to in the foregoing documents.
1.3 Interpretation. In the event of any conflict between any of the Contract Documents, the document highest in the order of precedent shall control. The order of precedent shall be the same as that set forth in the 2018 Edition of the Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction, unless otherwise revised in the Special Provisions.
1.4 Entire Agreement. This Agreement together with all other Contract Documents represents the entire and integrated agreement between City and Contractor and supersedes any prior written or oral agreements between them concerning the subject matter contained in the Contract Documents. There are no representations, agreements, arrangements or understandings, oral or written, between the Parties hereto, relating to the subject matter contained in the Contract Documents, which are not fully expressed herein.
ARTICLE 2 - SERVICES OF CONTRACTOR
2.1 Scope of Services. In compliance with all terms and conditions of this Agreement, the Contractor shall provide those services specified in the Contract Documents, which services may be referred to herein as the “Services” or “Work” hereunder. As a material inducement to the City entering into this Agreement, Contractor represents and warrants that Contractor is a provider of first class work and services and Contractor is experienced in performing the work and services contemplated herein and, in light of such status and experience, Contractor covenants that it shall follow the highest professional standards in performing the work and services required hereunder and that all materials will be of good quality, fit for the purpose intended. Further, Contractor represents that it is knowledgeable and experienced in constructing improvements that are compliant with all applicable accessibility requirements and warrants that all work performed under this agreement will comply with all applicable accessibility requirements.
2.2 Compliance with Law. All services rendered hereunder shall be provided in accordance with all ordinances, resolutions, statutes, rules, and regulations of the City and any Federal, State or local governmental having jurisdiction in effect at the time service is rendered, including but not limited to, all applicable accessibility requirements.
2.3 Licenses, Permits, Fees and Assessments. Contractor shall obtain at its sole cost and expense such licenses, permits and approvals as may be required by law for the performance of the services required by this Agreement, including registration with the Department of Industrial Relations of the State of California as required by Labor Code Section 1725.5 before commencing performance under this Agreement. Contractor shall have the sole obligation to pay for any fees, assessments and taxes, plus applicable penalties and interest, which may be imposed by law and arise from or are necessary for the Contractor's performance of the services required by this Agreement, and shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless City against any such fees, 2025-04 Commercial Street Improvement for
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assessments, taxes penalties or interest levied, assessed or imposed against City hereunder.
Contractor shall be responsible for all subcontractors' compliance with this Section 2.3.
2.4 Familiarity with Work. By executing this Contract, Contractor warrants that Contractor (a) has thoroughly investigated and considered the scope of services to be performed, including the requirement that the facilities being constructed must comply with all applicable accessibility requirements, (b) has carefully considered how the services should be performed, and (c) fully understands the facilities, difficulties and restrictions attending performance of the services under this Agreement. If the services involve work upon any site, Contractor warrants that Contractor has or will investigate the site and is or will be fully acquainted with the conditions there existing, prior to commencement of services hereunder. Should Contractor discover any latent or unknown conditions, which will materially affect the performance of the services hereunder, Contractor shall immediately inform the City of such fact and shall not proceed except at Contractor's risk until written instructions are received from the City.
2.5 Standard of Performance. Contractor, its subcontractors and their employees, in the performance of Contractor’s work under this Agreement shall be responsible for exercising the degree of skill and care required by customarily accepted good professional practices and procedures used in the Contractor’s field. Any costs for failure to meet the foregoing standard or to correct otherwise defective work that requires re-performance of the work, shall be borne in total by the Contractor and not by the City. The failure of a project to achieve the performance goals and objectives stated in this Agreement is not a basis for requesting re-performance unless the work conducted by Contractor and/or its subcontractors is deemed by the City to have failed the foregoing standard of performance.
In the event Contractor fails to perform in accordance with the above standard:
2.51. Contractor will re-perform, at its own expense, any task which was not performed to the reasonable satisfaction of City. Any work re-performed pursuant to this paragraph shall be completed within the time limitations originally set forth for the specific task involved. Contractor shall work any overtime required to meet the deadline for the task at no additional cost to the City;
2.5.2. The City shall provide a new schedule for the re-performance of any task pursuant to this paragraph in the event that re-performance of a task within the original time limitations is not feasible; and
2.5.3. The City shall have the option to direct Contractor not to re-perform any task which was not performed to the reasonable satisfaction of the City Manager pursuant to application of subsections 1 and 2 above. In the event the City directs Contractor not to re-perform a task, the City shall negotiate a reasonable settlement for satisfactory work performed. No previous payment shall be considered a waiver of the City’s right to reimbursement.
Nothing contained in this section is intended to limit any of the rights or remedies which the City may have under law.
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2.6 Care of Work. Contractor shall adopt reasonable methods during the life of the Agreement to furnish continuous protection to the work, and the equipment, materials, papers, documents, plans, studies and/or other components thereof to prevent losses or damages, and shall be responsible for all such damages, to persons or property, until acceptance of the work by City, except such losses or damages as may be caused by City's own negligence.
2.7 Further Responsibilities of Parties. Both parties agree to use reasonable care and diligence to perform their respective obligations under this Agreement. Both parties agree to act in good faith to execute all instruments, prepare all documents and take all actions as may be reasonably necessary to carry out the purposes of this Agreement. Unless hereafter specified, neither party shall be responsible for the service of the other. Contractor shall require all subcontractors to comply with the provisions of this Agreement.
2.8 Trenches or Excavations. Pursuant to California Public Contract Code Section 7104, in the event the work included in this Agreement requires excavations more than four (4) feet in depth, the following shall apply:
a. Contractor shall promptly, and before the following conditions are disturbed, notify City, in writing, of any: (1) material that Contractor believes may be material that is hazardous waste, as defined in Section 25117 of the Health and Safety Code, that is required to be removed to a Class I, Class II, or Class III disposal site in accordance with provisions of existing law; (2) Subsurface or latent physical conditions at the site different from those indicated; or (3) Unknown physical conditions at the site of any unusual nature, different materially from those ordinarily encountered and generally recognized as inherent in work of the character provided for in the contract.
b. City shall promptly investigate the conditions, and if it finds that the conditions do materially so differ, or do involve hazardous waste, and cause a decrease or increase in Contractor’s cost of, or the time required for, performance of any part of the work shall issue a change order per Section 3.4 of this Agreement. c. That, in the event that a dispute arises between City and Contractor whether the conditions materially differ, or involve hazardous waste, or cause a decrease or increase in Contractor’s cost of, or time required for, performance of any part of the work, Contractor shall not be excused from any scheduled completion date provided for by the contract, but shall proceed with all work to be performed under the contract. Contractor shall retain any and all rights provided either by contract or by law, which pertain to the resolution of disputes and protests between the contracting parties.
2.9 Utility Relocation. City is responsible for removal, relocation, or protection of existing main or trunk line utilities to the extent such utilities were not identified in the invitation for bids or specifications. City shall reimburse contractor for any costs incurred in locating, repairing damage not caused by contractor and removing or relocating such unidentified utility facilities, including equipment idled during such work. Contractor shall not be assessed liquidated damages for delay arising from the removal or relocation of such unidentified utility facilities. 2025-04 Commercial Street Improvement for
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ARTICLE 3 – CONTRACT PRICE AND PAYMENT
3.1 Contract Price. City shall pay Contractor the Contract Price of Two Million One Hundred Forty-Two Thousand Dollars ($2,142,000.00) which includes all California sales or use tax and County and City taxes, in consideration for the Contractor’s full, complete and timely performance of all of the Work required by the Contract Documents. The Contract Price includes any Alternative/Additive Bid Items which were awarded with the Contract.
Contractors agree to allocate the use tax derived from contracts or subcontracts of $5 million or more directly to the job site location by obtaining a sub-permit of the Contractor’s seller’s permit for the jobsite and allocating the local tax to the jobsite address on the appropriate schedule of the applicable sales tax returns. Contractor shall provide City with proof of such filing prior to City’s issuance of the Notice to Proceed.
3.2 Substitution of Securities. In accordance with Section 22300 of the California Public Contract Code, Contractor may substitute securities for any monies withheld by the City to ensure performance of the Contract. Such substitution shall be made at the request and expense of Contractor. Securities equivalent to the amount withheld may be deposited with the City or with a state or federally chartered bank as escrow agent. Securities eligible for substitution shall include those listed in Section 16430 of the Government Code, bank or saving and loan certificates of deposit, interest bearing demand deposit accounts, standby letters of credit, or any other security mutually agreed to by Contractor and City.
3.3 Changes to the Contract Price. Contractor shall not be compensated for any extra materials used or time expended over and above the Contract Price, unless prior written approval for the same has been granted by the City.
3.4 Additional Services. City shall have the right at any time during the performance of the services, without invalidating this Agreement, to order extra work beyond that specified in the Scope of Services or make changes by altering, adding to or deducting from said work. No such extra work may be undertaken unless a written change order is first given by the Contract Officer to the Contractor, incorporating therein any adjustment in (i) the Contract Sum as set forth in Section 3.1, and/or (ii) the time to perform this Agreement, which said adjustments are subject to the written approval of the Contractor. Any increase in compensation of twenty-five percent (25%) or less of the Contract Sum, or in the time to perform of one hundred eighty (180) days or less may be approved by the Contract Officer. Any increases, taken either separately or cumulatively, that result in the Contract Sum exceeding $50,000 must be approved by the City Council. It is expressly understood by Contractor that the provisions of this Section shall not apply to services specifically set forth in the Scope of Services or reasonably contemplated therein. Contractor hereby acknowledges that it accepts the risk that the services to be provided pursuant to the Scope of Services may be costlier or time consuming than Contractor anticipates and that Contractor shall not be entitled to additional compensation, therefore.
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3.5 Payment Procedures.
3.5.1 Progress Payments. All progress payments shall be made in accordance with Public Contract Code § 20104.50, as follows:
a. The City shall make any progress payment within 30 days after receipt of an undisputed and properly submitted payment request. If the City fails to make any progress payment within 30 days after receipt of an undisputed and properly submitted payment request from a contractor on a construction contract the City shall pay interest to the Contractor equivalent to the legal rate set forth in subdivision (a) of § 685.010 of the Code of Civil Procedure. b. Upon receipt of a payment request, the City shall act in accordance with both of the following:
(1) Each payment request shall be reviewed by the City as soon as practicable after receipt for the purpose of determining that the payment request is a proper payment request.
(2) Any payment request determined not to be a proper payment request suitable for payment shall be returned to the Contractor as soon as practicable, but not later than seven (7) days, after receipt. A request returned pursuant to this section shall be accompanied by a document setting forth in writing the reasons why the payment request is not proper. c. The number of days available to the City to make a payment without incurring interest pursuant to §20104.50 of the Public Contract Code shall be reduced by the number of days by which the City exceeds the seven-day return requirement set forth in paragraph (2) of subdivision (b) above.
d. A “progress payment” includes all payments due contractors, except that portion of the final payment designated by the contract as retention earnings. e. A payment request shall be considered properly executed if funds are available for payment of the payment request, and payment is not delayed due to an audit inquiry by the financial officer of the local agency.
3.5.2 Retention. Within sixty (60) calendar days after City accepts final completion of the Work, City shall pay Contractor the amounts City deducted and retained from Contractor’s progress payments, except such sums which are required by applicable law or authorized by the Contract to be further retained. In the event of a dispute between City and Contractor concerning the amount of final payment due, the City may withhold from final payment, including Liquidated Damages provided forth in the Contract Documents, together with an amount not to exceed 150% of the disputed amounts.
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ARTICLE 4 – TIME FOR PERFORMANCE
4.1 Date of Commencement/Notice to Proceed. The date of commencement of the Work shall be established in a written Notice to Proceed issued by the City. The City will not issue a Notice to Proceed to the Contractor until this Agreement, bonds and insurance documents have been executed by all parties and approved by the City.
4.2 Contract Time. Contractor shall perform the Work in a diligent manner and shall complete all of the Work of the Contract, excluding any Plant Establishment, if applicable, within FIFTY-FIVE (55) calendar days after the date specified to Contractor in the Notice to Proceed issued by then City.
ARTICLE 5 – LIQUIDATED DAMAGES AND INCENTIVE BONUS
5.1 Amounts of Liquidated Damages. Failure of Contractor to complete the Work within the time allowed will result in damages being sustained by City. Such damages are, and will continue to be, impracticable and extremely difficult to determine. For each consecutive calendar day in excess of the time specified for the completion of Work, as adjusted in accordance with the Standard Specifications, Contractor shall pay to City, or have withheld from monies due Contractor, the sum of Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000). Execution of this Agreement shall constitute agreement by City and Contractor that said sum is the minimum value of the costs and actual damage caused by the failure of Contractor to complete the Work within the allotted time.
Such sum is liquidated damages and shall not be construed as a penalty, and may be deducted from payments due Contractor if such delay occurs.
ARTICLE 6 – CLAIMS AND DISPUTES
6.1 Claims Procedures. Contractor shall comply with the claims procedure set forth in Public Contract Code Section 9204, a summary of which is attached to this agreement as Exhibit “C.”
6.2 Government Code Claims Procedures. Contractor further acknowledges that notwithstanding Contractor’s compliance with the claims procedures set forth herein, Contractor must also comply with the claims procedures set forth in Government Code sections 900 et seq. prior to filing a lawsuit against the City for any such claim. Failure to submit a Government Code claim or comply with the claims provision contained herein shall bar Contractor from bringing and maintaining a valid lawsuit against the City.
6.3 Cooperation and Notification. In the event any claim or action is brought against City relating to Contractor’s performance or services rendered under this Agreement, Contractor shall render any reasonable assistance and cooperation which City might require. The City shall provide notification to Contractor within ten (10) business days upon receipt of any third party claim relating to this Agreement.
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ARTICLE 7 – LOCAL BUSINESS LICENSE, TAXES AND FEES
7.1 Business Tax Certificate and Governmental Approvals. As a condition of the Contract, Contractor and all subcontractors shall, during the term of this Agreement, secure and annually renew business tax certificates pursuant to Chapter 35.070, et seq. of the Santa Fe Springs Municipal Code to operate in the City, and shall also secure and maintain at all times during performance of the Work, any other licenses, fees, permits or similar Governmental Approvals required by Applicable law.
7.2 Offsets. Contractor acknowledges and agrees that with respect to any business tax or penalties thereon, utility charges, invoiced fee or other debt which is owed, or which becomes owed, by Contractor to City, City reserves the right to withhold and offset said amounts from any payments, refunds or reimbursements owed by City to Contractor under the Contract. Notice of such withholding and offset shall promptly be given to Contractor by City in writing. In the event of a dispute as to the amount owed or whether such amount is owed to City, City will hold such disputed amount until either the appropriate appeal process has been completed or until the dispute has been resolved.
ARTICLE 8 – BONDS
8.1 Performance and Payment Bonds. Prior to City’s execution of this Agreement, Contractor shall furnish to the City two (2) duly executed surety bonds using the forms included within the Bidding Requirements, one (1) as security for the faithful performance of the Contract and one (1) as security for the payment of all persons performing labor and furnishing materials in connection with the Contract. Both bonds shall be in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the Contract Price and shall be subscribed by an Admitted Surety Insurer which is authorized to transact surety insurance business in the State of California with a policy holder’s rating of Aor higher and a Financial Class of VII or larger. Should any bond or surety become insufficient, Contractor shall furnish City a new bond within ten (10) days after receiving notice from City. No payments will be due or paid under the Contract until any and all bond deficiencies have been remedied. Contractor, by execution of this Agreement acknowledges that the bonds are not Contract Documents, but are separate obligations.
ARTICLE 9 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION INSURANCE
9.1 Workers’ Compensation Insurance Certificate. By executing this Agreement, Contractor certifies that Contractor is aware of and will comply with Section 3700 of the Labor Code of the State of California requiring every employer to be insured against liability for workers’ compensation or to undertake self-insurance before commencing any of the Work. Contractor shall comply with Labor Code Section 1861 by signing and filing the workers’ compensation certification attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and incorporated herein by reference.
9.2 Evidence of Coverage. Prior to the City’s execution of this agreement, Contractor shall file with the City either 1) a certificate of insurance or self-insurance evidencing that such insurance is in effect, or that Contractor is self-insured for such coverage; or 2) a certified statement that Contractor has no employees, and acknowledging that if Contractor does employ any person, 2025-04 Commercial Street Improvement for
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the necessary certificate of insurance will immediately be filed with City. Any Certificate filed with the City shall provide that City shall be given ten (10) days prior written notice before modification or cancellation thereof.
9.3 Carrier Rating. Contractor’s workers’ compensation insurance carrier shall be authorized to transact insurance business in the State of California with a policy holder’s rating of A- or higher and a Financial Class of VII or larger.
9.4 Subcontractor Worker’s Compensation Insurance. Contractor shall require each of its Subcontractors to obtain and maintain for the duration of this Agreement, complete workers’ compensation insurance, meeting or exceeding the coverage’s and amounts that California law requires.
ARTICLE 10 – CONTRACTOR’S LIABILITY INSURANCE
10.1 Minimum Scope. Prior to City’s execution of this Agreement and Contractor’s commencement of Work, Contractor shall secure, submit proof of and shall thereafter maintain without interruption, until completion of and acceptance by the City of the Work, such commercial general and automobile liability insurance as shall protect Contractor, its Subcontractors and the Additional Insured’s from any and all claims for damages for personal injury, including accidental death, as well as any and all claims for property damage which may arise from or which may concern operations under the Contract, whether such operations be by or on behalf of Contractor, any subcontractor or anyone directly or indirectly employed by, connected with or acting for or on behalf of any of them.
10.2 Carrier Ratings. All liability insurance shall be issued by an insurance company or companies authorized to transact liability insurance business in the State of California with a policy holder’s rating of A- or higher and a Financial Class of VII or larger.
10.3 Minimum Limits. Contractor shall maintain minimum limits of insurance as follows:
10.3.1 Commercial General Liability: Contractor’s commercial general liability insurance policy shall cover both bodily injury (including death) and property damage (including, but not limited to, premises operations liability, products-completed operations liability, independent contractor’s liability, personal injury liability, and contractual liability) in an amount not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence, an aggregate limit for products/completed operations in the amount not less than $2,000,000.
10.3.2 Automobile Liability Insurance: Contractor’s automobile liability policy shall cover both bodily injury and property damage in an amount not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence and an aggregate limit of not less than $1,000,000. All of Contractor’s automobile and/or commercial general liability insurance policies shall cover all vehicles used in connection with Contractor’s performance of this Agreement, which vehicles shall include, but are not limited to, Contractor owned vehicles, Contractor leased vehicles, Contractor’s employee vehicles, nonContractor-owned vehicles and hired vehicles. 2025-04 Commercial Street Improvement for
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10.3.3 Builder’s Risk Insurance. Unless otherwise set forth in the special provisions, during the term of this contract, Contractor shall maintain in force, at its own expense, Builder’s Risk insurance on all risks of direct physical loss basis, excluding damage caused by an act of God, pursuant to California Public Contract Code § 7105, for an amount equal to the full completed value of the covered structure or replacement value of alterations or additions. The policy shall include as loss payee, the City of Santa Fe Springs, the Contractor, and its sub-contractors as their interest may appear. The City shall not be responsible for the theft of any materials, equipment in the possession and control of Contractor.
10.3.4 Umbrella or excess liability insurance. Contractor shall obtain and maintain an umbrella or excess liability insurance policy that will provide bodily injury, personal injury and property damage liability coverage at least as broad as the primary coverages set forth above, including commercial general liability, automobile liability, and employer’s liability. Such policy or policies shall provide that the policy will respond in the event that any primary insurance that would otherwise have applied proves to be uncollectable in whole or in part for any reason; have the same effective dates as the primary policies; pay on behalf of the insureds and not reimbursement; the policies shall “follow form” to the underlying primary policies; and the insureds, including the additional insureds shall be the same as the primary policies.
10.4 Notice of Cancellation and Renewals. The policies shall not be canceled unless thirty (30) days prior written notification of intended cancellation has been given to City by certified or registered mail (this obligation may be satisfied in the alternative by requiring such notice to be provided by Contractor’s insurance broker and set forth on its Certificate of Insurance provided to City). Contractor agrees that upon receipt of any notice of cancellation or alteration of the policies, Contractor shall procure within five (5) days, other policies of insurance similar in all respects to the policy or policies to be cancelled or altered. Contractor shall furnish to the City copies of any endorsements that are subsequently issued amending coverage or limits within fourteen (14) days of the amendment.
10.5 All Coverage’s. The insurance policy or policies shall also comply with the following provisions:
a. Policies shall include premises/operations, products completed operations, independent contractors, owners and contractors’ protection, explosion, collapse, underground hazard, broad form contractual, personal injury with employment exclusion deleted, and broad form property damage.
b. The policy shall be endorsed to waive any right of subrogation against the City and its subcontractors, employees, officers, agents and directors for work performed under this Agreement.
c. If policies are written on a claims made basis, the certificate should so specify and the policy must continue in force for ten (10) years after completion of the Project.
The retroactive date of the coverage must also be listed. d. The policy shall specify that the insurance provided by Contractor will be considered primary and not contributory to any other insurance available to the City of Santa Fe Springs. Contractor shall provide Form No. CG 20010413 to City. 2025-04 Commercial Street Improvement for
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e. All policies of insurance shall name the City as an Additional Insured and shall contain the following language: “Solely with respect to work done by and on behalf of the name insured for the City of Santa Fe Springs, it is agreed that the City of Santa Fe Springs, and its officers, officials, employees and agents are added as additional insureds under this policy.”
f. Coverage provided by Contractor shall be primary and any insurance or selfinsurance procured or maintained by the City shall not be required to contribute with it. The limits of insurance required herein may be satisfied by a combination of primary and umbrella or excess insurance. Any umbrella or excess insurance shall contain or be endorsed to contain a provision that such coverage shall also apply on a primary and non-contributory basis for the benefit of the City before the City’s own insurance or self-insurance shall be called upon to protect it as a named insured.
10.6 Certificates of Insurance, Additional Insured Endorsements and Deductibles. Prior to execution of the Agreement, and thereafter upon City’s request, Contractor shall furnish City with original certificates of insurance and additional insured endorsements setting forth evidence of all insurance coverage required by this Article. Each certificate and endorsement is to be signed by a person authorized by that insurer to bind coverage on its behalf.
10.7 Contractor’s Failure to Provide Required Insurance. Failure to maintain required insurance at all times shall constitute a default and material breach. In such event, Contractor shall immediately notify City and cease all performance under this Contract until further directed by the City. In the absence of satisfactory insurance coverage, City may, at its discretion and sole option:
(a) procure insurance with collection rights for premiums, attorneys’ fees and costs against Contractor by way of set-off or recoupment from sums due Contractor; (b) immediately terminate or suspend Contractor’s performance of the Contract; (c) pay Contractor’s premiums for renewal of Contractor’s coverage; or (d) self-insure the risk, with all damages and costs incurred, by judgment, settlement or otherwise, including attorneys’ fees and costs, being collectible from Contractor, by way of set-off or recoupment from any sums due Contractor. Upon demand, Contractor shall repay City for all sums that City paid to obtain, renew, reinstate or replace the insurance, or City may offset the cost against any monies that the City may owe Contractor.
10.8 Verification of Coverage. City shall have the right to obtain complete and certified copies of Contractor’s and Subcontractors’ insurance policies (including, but not limited to, the declarations page, form list and riders), endorsements or certificates required under the Contractor Documents, upon request (including, but not limited to, the declarations page, form list and riders).
10.9 Reassessment of Insurance Requirements. At any time during the duration of this Contract, the City may require that Contractor obtain, pay for, and maintain more or less insurance depending on the City’s assessment of any one or more of the following factors: (1) the City’s risk of liability or exposure arising out of, or in any way connected with, Contractor’s services under this Contract; (2) the nature or number of accidents, claims, or lawsuits arising out of, or in any way connected with, Contractor’s services under this Contract; or (3) the availability, or affordability, or both, of increased liability insurance coverage. 2025-04 Commercial Street Improvement for
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10.10 Contractor’s Insurance for Other Losses. The Contractor and its Subcontractors of every tier shall assume full responsibility for all loss or damage from any cause whatsoever to any tools, Contractor’s (or Subcontractors’) employee owned tools, machinery, equipment, or motor vehicles owned or rented by the Contractor, or the Contractor’s agents, suppliers or Subcontractors as well as to any temporary structures, scaffolding and protective fences.
10.11 No Limitation. Contractor’s maintenance of insurance as required by the Contract Documents shall not be construed to limit the liability of the Contractor or its Subcontractors of any tier to the coverage provided by such insurance, or otherwise limit the City’s recourse to any remedy available at law or in equity.
10.12 Subcontractors’ Insurance. The Contractor shall include in all subcontracts a requirement that the Subcontractors of every tier shall obtain and maintain, at a minimum, all insurance required by Articles 9 and 19 of this Agreement except that the limits of liability and deductibles shall be in amounts determined by the Contractor, based on the degree of hazardous exposure according to the Work performed by each Subcontractor and the size of each subcontract.
Contractor shall ensure that any professional engineer retained on its behalf to provide supplemental plans and engineering calculations required in conjunction with the Work, maintains professional liability insurance during the entire term of this Agreement. Such insurance shall be in the minimum amount of $1,000,000 to protect City from claims resulting from the engineer(s) activities. This minimum amount of coverage shall not constitute any limitation or cap on Contractor’s indemnification obligations set forth herein.
The City reserves the right to request certificates of insurance from the Contractor for each Subcontractor. The Contractor acknowledges that regardless of insurance obtained by its Subcontractors, the Contractor will be responsible to the City for any and all acts of its Subcontractors.
ARTICLE 11 - INDEMNITY/DUTY TO DEFEND
11.1 Indemnity. Except as to the sole negligence, active negligence or willful misconduct of the City, Contractor assumes liability for and agrees, at Contractor’s sole cost and expense, to promptly and fully indemnify and hold the City, its City Council, and all of its respective officials, officers, directors, employees, managers, commission members, representatives, agents, council members, (“Indemnitees”), harmless from and against any and all loss, damage, claims, allegations, actions, suits, arbitrations, administrative proceedings, regulatory proceedings, or other legal proceedings, causes of action, demands, costs, judgments, liens, stop notices, penalties, damages, losses, anticipated losses of revenue, expenses (including, but not limited to, any fees of accountants, attorneys, experts or other professionals, or investigation expenses), costs, including attorneys’ fees, or losses of any kind or nature whatsoever, whether actual, threatened or alleged, arising out of, resulting from or is in any way (either directly or indirectly) related to, or is in any manner connected with, the performance of Work, the Project, activities, operations or duties of Contractor, or anyone employed by or working under Contractor, and from all claims by anyone employed by or working under Contractor for services rendered to Contractor in the performance of this Agreement (“Indemnity Claims”), notwithstanding that the City may have benefited from their services. This indemnification provision shall apply to any acts or omissions, willful 2025-04 Commercial Street Improvement for
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misconduct or negligent conduct, whether active or passive, on the part of Contractor or of anyone employed by or working under Contractor.
The parties expressly agree that any payment, attorneys’ fees, costs or expense that the City incurs or makes to or on behalf of an injured employee under the City’s self-administered workers’ compensation is included as a loss, expense or cost for the purposes of this Section, and that this Section shall survive the expiration or early termination of the Agreement.
11.2 Duty to Defend. Contractor agrees, at its sole cost and expense, to promptly defend the Indemnitees from all Indemnity Claims. The duty of the Contractor to indemnify and hold harmless the Indemnitees includes the separate and independent duty to defend the Indemnitees, which duty arises immediately upon receipt by Contractor of the tender of any Indemnity Claim from an Indemnitee. The Contractor’s obligation to defend the Indemnitees shall be at Contractor’s sole expense, and not be excused because of Contractor’s inability to evaluate liability or because the Contractor evaluates liability and determines that the Contractor is not liable. This duty to defend shall apply whether or not an Indemnity Claim has merit or is meritless, or which involves claims or allegations that any or all of the Indemnitees were actively, passively or concurrently negligent, or which otherwise assert that the Indemnitees are responsible, in whole or in part, for any Indemnity Claim. Contractor agrees to provide this defense immediately upon written notice from the City, and with well qualified, adequately insured and experienced legal counsel acceptable to the City.
11.3 Subcontractor Requirements. In addition to the requirements set forth hereinabove, Contractor shall ensure, by written subcontract agreement, that each of Contractor’s Subcontractors of every tier shall protect, defend, indemnify and hold harmless the Indemnitees with respect to Indemnity Claims arising out of, in connection with, or in any way related to each such Subcontractors’ Work on the Project in the same manner in which Contractor is required to protect, defend, indemnify and hold the Indemnitees harmless. In the event Contractor fails to obtain such defense and indemnity obligations from others as required herein, Contractor agrees to be fully responsible to the Indemnitees according to the terms of this Article.
11.4 No Limitation or Waiver of Rights. Contractor’s obligations under this Article are in addition to any other rights or remedies which the Indemnitees may have under the law or under the Contract Documents. Contractor’s indemnification and defense obligations set forth in this Article are separate and independent from the insurance provisions set forth in the Agreement and do not limit, in any way, the applicability, scope, or obligations set forth in such insurance provisions. The purchase of insurance by the Contractor with respect to the obligations required herein shall in no event be construed as fulfillment or discharge of such obligations. City approval of the Insurance contracts required by this Agreement does not in any way relieve the Contractor from liability under this section. In any and all claims against the Indemnitees by any employee of the Contractor, any Subcontractor, any supplier of the Contractor or Subcontractors, anyone directly or indirectly employed by any of them, or anyone for whose acts any of them may be liable, the obligations under this Article shall not be limited in any way by any limitation on the amount or type of damages, compensation or benefits payable by or for the Contractor or any Subcontractor or any supplier of either of them, under workers’ or workmen’s compensation acts, disability benefit acts or other employee benefit acts. Failure of the City to monitor compliance 2025-04 Commercial Street Improvement for
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with these requirements imposes no additional obligations on the City and will in no way act as a waiver of any rights hereunder.
11.5 Withholding to Secure Obligations. In the event an Indemnity Claim arises prior to final payment to Contractor, the City may, in its sole discretion, reserve, retain or apply any monies due Contractor for the purpose of resolving such Indemnity Claims; provided, however, the City may release such funds if the Contractor provides the City with reasonable assurances of protection of the Indemnitees’ interests. The City shall, in its sole discretion, determine whether such assurances are reasonable.
11.6 Limitations. Notwithstanding the above provisions of section 11.1 and 11.2, Contractor shall not be liable for the defense or indemnification of the City for claims, actions, complaints or suits arising out of the sole active negligence or willful misconduct of the City.
11.7 Survival of Indemnity Obligations. Contractor’s obligations under this Article are binding on Contractor’s and its Subcontractors’ successors, heirs and assigns and shall survive the completion of the Work or termination of the Contractor’s performance of the Work.
ARTICLE 12 – PREVAILING WAGES
12.1 Public Work Project. This Project is a public work as defined in California Labor Code Section 1720. By executing this Agreement, Contractor certifies that neither it, nor any of its subcontractors are ineligible under Labor Code Section 1777.1 or Section 1777.7 from bidding on, entering into a contract for, or performing the Work. Contractor and all Subcontractors of any tier are required to pay all workers employed in the execution of the Work not less than the general prevailing wage rates of per diem wages and overtime and holiday wages determined by the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations (“DIR”) under Section 1720 et seq. of the California Labor Code. The Director’s determination of prevailing rates are on file with the City and are available on-line at www.dir.ca.gov/dlsr/DPreWageDetermination.htm and are referred to and made a part hereof; the wage rates therein ascertained, determined and specified are referred to and made a part hereof as though fully set forth herein.
12.2 California Labor Code. Contractor is aware of and stipulates that Contractor will also comply with the following sections of the California Labor Code:
a. Section, 1771, Contractor and any subcontractors shall pay not less than the general prevailing rate per diem wages.
b. Section 1775, Contractor and any subcontractor will forfeit to City as a penalty up to $200 for each calendar day, or portion of a day, for each worker paid less than the applicable prevailing wage rate, in addition to paying each worker the difference between the applicable wage rate and the amount actually paid. c. Contractor and its subcontractors must maintain certified payroll records in compliance with Labor Code sections 1776 and 1812, and all implementing regulations promulgated by the DIR. For each payroll record, Contractor and its subcontractors must certify under penalty of perjury that the information in the 2025-04 Commercial Street Improvement for
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record is true and correct, and that it has complied with the requirements of Labor Code sections 1771, 1811, and 1815. Contractor must electronically submit certified payroll records to the Labor Commissioner as required under California law and regulations.
d. Section 1777.5 prescribes the terms and conditions for employing registered apprentices.
e. Section 1810, eight hours of labor constitutes a legal day’s work. f. Section 1813, Contractor will forfeit to the City as a penalty the sum of $25 for each day during which a worker employed by Contractor or any subcontractor is required or permitted to work more than eight hours during any one calendar day, or more than 40 hours per calendar week, unless such workers are paid overtime wages under Labor Code section 1815.
g. Sections 1725.5 and 1771.1 requires all general contractors and subcontractors to be registered with DIR.
h. Contractor must also post all job site notices required by laws or regulations pursuant to Labor Code section 1771.4.
ARTICLE 13 – MISCELLANEOUS
13.1 Non-Discrimination. Except as provided in Section 12940 of the California Government Code, during Contractor’s performance of the Agreement, Contractor shall not discriminate on the grounds of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition including the medical condition of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) or any condition related thereto, marital status, gender, gender identity, genetic information, gender expression, sex or sexual orientation, military and veteran status, in the selection and retention of employees and subcontractors and the procurement of materials and equipment. Contractor shall also comply with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act in the performance of the Agreement.
13.2 Notice. Whenever any provision of the Contract Documents requires the giving of written notice, including notices, bills, invoices or other documents required or permitted under this Agreement, service shall be sufficient if sent by one party to the other by overnight courier, or by registered, certified or United States first class mail, postage prepaid and addressed as follows:
City Contractor
City of Santa Fe Springs Onyx Paving Company, Inc.
Attn: James Enriquez, PE Attn: Corey R. Kirschner, CEO
11710 Telegraph Road 22707 La Palma Avenue
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 Yorba Linda, CA 92887
13.3 Conflict of Interest. The Contractor warrants that it has not paid or given and will not pay or give any third party any money or other consideration for obtaining this Agreement. Contractor and its officers, employees, associates and subcontractors, if any, will comply with all conflict of interest statutes of the State of California applicable to Contractor's services under this agreement, 2025-04 Commercial Street Improvement for
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including, but not limited to, the Political Reform Act (Government Code Sections 81000, et seq.) and Government Code Section 1090. During the term of this Agreement, Contractor and its officers, employees, associates and subcontractor shall not, without the prior written approval of the City Representative, perform work for another person or entity for whom Contractor is not currently performing work that would require Contractor or one of its officers, employees, associates or subcontractors to abstain from a decision under this Agreement pursuant to a conflict of interest statute.
13.4 Waiver. No delay or omission in the exercise of any right or remedy by a nondefaulting party on any default shall impair such right or remedy or be construed as a waiver. A party's consent to or approval of any act by the other party requiring the party's consent or approval shall not be deemed to waive or render unnecessary the other party's consent to or approval of any subsequent act. Any waiver by either party of any default must be in writing and shall not be a waiver of any other default concerning the same or any other provision of this Agreement.
13.5 Rights and Remedies. Rights and Remedies are cumulative except with respect to rights and remedies expressly declared to be exclusive in this Agreement, the rights and remedies of the parties are cumulative and the exercise by either party of one or more of such rights or remedies shall not preclude the exercise by it, at the same or different times, of any other rights or remedies for the same default or any other default by the other party.
13.6 Legal Action. In addition to any other rights or remedies, either party may take legal action, in law or in equity, to cure, correct or remedy any default, to recover damages for any default, to compel specific performance of this Agreement, to obtain declaratory or injunctive relief, or to obtain any other remedy consistent with the purposes of this Agreement.
13.7 Disputes. In the event either party fails to perform its obligations hereunder, the nondefaulting party shall provide the defaulting party written notice of such default. The defaulting party shall have ten (10) days to cure the default; provided that, if the default is not reasonably susceptible to being cured within said ten (10) day period, the defaulting party shall have a reasonable time to cure the default, not to exceed a maximum of thirty (30) days, so long as the defaulting party commences to cure such default within ten (10) days of service of such notice and diligently prosecutes the cure to completion; provided further that if the default is an immediate danger to the health, safety and general welfare, the defaulting party shall take such immediate action as may be necessary. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the nondefaulting party may, in its sole and absolute discretion, grant a longer cure period. Should the defaulting party fail to cure the default within the time period provided in this Section, the nondefaulting party shall have the right, in addition to any other rights the nondefaulting party may have at law or in equity, to terminate this Agreement. Compliance with the provisions of this Section 13.7 shall be a condition precedent to bringing any legal action, and such compliance shall not be a waiver of any party's right to take legal action in the event that the dispute is not cured.
13.8 Termination for Default of Contractor. If termination is due to the failure of the Contractor to fulfill its obligations under this Agreement, Contractor shall vacate any City owned property which Contractor is permitted to occupy hereunder and City may, after compliance with the provisions of Section 13.7, take over the work and prosecute the same to completion by contract 2025-04 Commercial Street Improvement for
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or otherwise, and the Contractor shall be liable to the extent that the total cost for completion of the services required hereunder exceeds the compensation herein stipulated (provided that the City shall use reasonable efforts to mitigate such damages), and City may withhold any payments to the Contractor for the purpose of setoff or partial payment of the amounts owed the City as previously stated.
13.9 Force Majeure. The time period(s) specified in the Scope of Services for performance of the services rendered pursuant to this Agreement shall be extended because of any delays due to unforeseeable causes beyond the control and without the fault or negligence of the Contractor, including, but not restricted to, acts of God or of the public enemy, unusually severe weather, fires, earthquakes, floods, epidemics, quarantine restrictions, riots, strikes, freight embargoes, wars, litigation, and/or acts of any governmental agency, including the City, if the Contractor shall within ten (10) days of the commencement of such delay notify the City in writing of the causes for the delay. The City shall ascertain the facts and the extent of delay, and extend the time for performing the services for the period of the enforced delay when and if in the judgment of the City such delay is justified. The City’s determination shall be final and conclusive upon the parties to this Agreement.
13.10 City’s Right to Access and Audit Contractor’s Project Documents. a. If the Contractor submits a claim to the City for additional compensation, the City shall have the right, as a condition to considering the claim, and as a basis for evaluation of the claim, and until the claim has been settled, to audit the Contractor's books to the extent they are relevant. This right shall include the right to examine books, records, documents, and other evidence and accounting procedures and practices, sufficient to discover and verify all direct and indirect costs of whatever nature claimed to have been incurred or anticipated to be incurred and for which the claim has been submitted. The right to audit shall include the right to inspect the Contractor's plant, or such parts thereof, as may be or have been engaged in the performance of the Work. The Contractor further agrees that the right to audit encompasses all subcontracts and is binding upon Subcontractors. The rights to examine and inspect herein provided for shall be exercisable through such representatives as the City deems desirable during the Contractor's normal business hours at the office of the Contractor. The Contractor shall make available to the City for auditing, all relevant accounting records and documents, and other financial data, and upon request, shall submit true copies of requested records to the City. b. The City and/or its authorized auditors or representatives, (including the California State Auditor if so requested by the City pursuant to Government Code § 8546.7) shall have access to and the right to examine, audit, excerpt, transcribe, and reproduce any of the Contractor’s records for a period of at least three (3) years after termination of the Agreement and/or Final Payment. Such records include without limitation, journals, ledgers, records of accounts payable and receivable, profit and loss statements, bank statements, invoices, receipts, subcontracts, agreements, notes, correspondence, memoranda, and any documents generated and received in Contractor’s performance of this Contract. Upon written notice by the City, Contractor shall promptly make all such records available to City and/or its authorized auditors or representatives and cooperate with the City and its authorized auditors or representatives in examining, auditing, excerpting, transcribing and reproducing the records.
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13.11 Unfair Business Practices Claims. In entering into a public works contract or a subcontract to supply goods, services or materials pursuant to a public works contract, the contractor or subcontractor offers and agrees to assign to the awarding body all rights, title, and interest in and to all causes of action it may have under Section 4 of the Clayton Act (15 U.S.C.
Sec. 15) or under the Cartwright Act (Chapter 2, (commencing with Section 16700) of Part 2 of Division 7 of the Business and Professions Code), arising from purchases of goods, services or materials pursuant to the public works contract or the subcontract. This assignment shall be made and become effective at the time the awarding body renders final payment to the contractor without further acknowledgment by the parties. (Sec. 7103.5, California Public Contract Code).
13.12 Venue. Any action at law or in equity brought by either of the parties hereto for the purpose of enforcing a right or rights provided for by this Agreement shall be tried in the Superior Court in Los Angeles County, State of California.
13.13 Prohibition Against Assignment. The experience, knowledge, capability and reputation of Contractor, its principals and employees were a substantial inducement for the City to enter into this Agreement. Neither this Agreement nor any interest herein may be transferred, assigned, conveyed, hypothecated or encumbered voluntarily or by operation of law, whether for the benefit of creditors or otherwise, without the prior written approval of City. Transfers restricted hereunder shall include the transfer to any person or group of persons acting in concert of more than twentyfive percent (25%) of the present ownership and/or control of Contractor, taking all transfers into account on a cumulative basis. In the event of any such unapproved transfer, including any bankruptcy proceeding, this Agreement shall be void. No approved transfer shall release the Contractor or any surety of Contractor of any liability hereunder without the express consent of City.
13.14 Independent Contractor. Neither the City nor any of its employees shall have any control over the manner, mode or means by which Contractor, its subcontractors, agents or employees, performs the services required herein, except as otherwise set forth herein. The City shall have no voice in the selection, discharge, supervision or control of Contractor's employees, subcontractors, servants, representatives or agents, or in fixing their number, compensation or hours of service.
Contractor shall perform all services required herein as an independent contractor of the City and shall remain at all times as to the City a wholly independent contractor with only such obligations as are consistent with that role. Contractor shall not at any time or in any manner represent that it or any of its subcontractors, agents or employees are agents or employees of the City. The City shall not in any way or for any purpose become or be deemed to be a partner of Contractor in its business or otherwise or a joint venture or a member of any joint enterprise with Contractor.
13.15 No Estoppel or Waiver by City. No action or failure to act by the City shall constitute a waiver of any right or duty afforded City under this Agreement, nor shall any such action or failure to act constitute an approval of or acquiescence in any breach thereunder, except as may be specifically provided in this Agreement or as may be otherwise agreed in writing. The waiver by the City of any breach or violation of any term, covenant or condition of this Agreement or of any provision, ordinance, or law shall not be deemed to be a waiver of any other term, covenant, condition, ordinance, or law or of any subsequent breach or violation of the same or of any other term, covenant, condition, ordinance, or law. The subsequent payment of any monies or fee by 2025-04 Commercial Street Improvement for
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the City which may become due hereunder shall not be deemed to be a waiver of any preceding breach or violation by Contractor or any term, covenant, condition of this Agreement or of any applicable law or ordinance.
13.16 Signature Authority. The individuals executing this Agreement 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.
13.17 Severability. Each provision, term, condition, covenant and/or restriction, in whole and in part, in this Agreement shall be considered severable. In the event any provision, term, condition, covenant and/or restriction, in whole and/or in part, in this Agreement is declared invalid, unconstitutional, or void for any reason, such provision or part thereof shall be severed from this Agreement and shall not affect any other provision, term, condition, covenant and/or restriction of this Agreement and the remainder of the Agreement shall continue in full force and effect.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be duly executed on the day and year first above written.
CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS ONYX PAVING COMPANY, INC.
By: By:
René Bobadilla, City Manager Corey R. Kirschner
Attest: By:
CEO
Maribel Garcia, City Clerk Name
APPROVED AS TO FORM
Title
By:
Rick Olivares, City Attorney
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ITEM # 9
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 STREET LIGHTING SYSTEM UPGRADE PROJECT – AWARD OF
CONTRACT
DATE: March 3, 2026
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Award a construction contract to DBX, Inc., in the amount of $5,968,766 for the Residential Street Lighting Upgrade Project; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement; and
3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
FISCAL IMPACT
The Residential Street Lighting System Upgrade project is an approved CIP Project. The project was originally funded by the Capital Improvement Reserve Fund in the amount of $3,600,000. To date, $1,200,000 of that original budget has been expended for installation of lighting system conduits as a part of a residential street improvement project completed last fiscal year.
On December 2, 2025, the Council authorized advertisement for construction bids and appropriated an additional amount of $4,375,000 ($3,451,850 Capital Improvement Reserve Fund, $923,150 Measure SFS Fund) for the project, resulting in a total project funding of $7,975,000. No additional appropriation is recommended at this time.
The total project cost and funding sources are as follows:
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF MARCH 3, 2026
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PROJECT COST ESTIMATED AMOUNT
Construction
Street Lighting System Upgrade (Recommended) $ 5,968,766 Completed Conduit Installation (FY 24/25) $ 1,200,000
Design $ 294,650
Engineering $ 50,000
Inspection $ 75,000
Contingency $ 386,584
TOTAL COST: $ 7,975,000
PROJECT FUNDING AMOUNT
Capital Improvement Reserve Fund $ 7,051,850
Measure SFS Fund $ 923,150
TOTAL FUNDING: $ 7,975,000
BACKGROUND
The scope of the project includes conversion of the City’s last remaining streetlighting serial circuits to multiple circuits, installation of new electrical service enclosures, installation and relocation of street light poles, and installation of new LED luminaires. The project is divided into 4 residential areas and 2 commercial areas. For each area, the project will provide a more robust and reliable street lighting system with enhanced lighting utilizing LED fixtures.
ANALYSIS
On December 2, 2025, the City Council authorized the advertisement for construction bids for the subject project. The solicitation for construction bids was advertised on December 10, 2025, in accordance with the California Public Contract Code.
A total of 4 Bids were received on January 15, 2026. The tabulated bid results are as follows:
Company Name Audited Bid Publicly ReadBid Amount
1. Comet Electric, Inc. $3,890,000.00 $3,890,000.00
2. DBX, Inc. $5,968,766.00 $5,968,766.00
3. Herman Weiseker Power, Inc. $6,784,760.35 $6,784,760.35
4. High Light Electric, Inc.. $7,757,777.00 $7,757,777.00 Subsequently, on February 2, 2026, Comet Electric, Inc. submitted a letter of bid retraction due to mathematical errors in its bid submittal. Staff audited the subject bid proposal and concurred with Comet Electric’s analysis and bid withdrawal.
Staff reviewed the remaining three proposals and determined that the proposals complied with the project specifications. The apparent low bidder for the project is DBX, Inc., of Temecula, CA with a CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF MARCH 3, 2026
Residential Street Lighting System Upgrade Project – Award of Contract
ITEM STATUS:
APPROVED: ☐
DENIED: ☐
TABLED: ☐
DIRECTION GIVEN: ☐
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City Clerk, Maribel Garcia
bid totaling $5,968,766. The bid is approximately 5% more than the Engineer’s Estimate of $5,678,300 and is acceptable.
The Department of Public Works has reviewed the bids and determined the low bid submitted by DBX, Inc. to be responsive and responsible.
ENVIRONMENTAL
N/A
DISCUSSION
The project will provide a more robust and reliable street lighting system in the project areas and, therefore, provide safer environments and reduce future maintenance needs.
SUMMARY/NEXT STEPS
Upon approval of the City Council of the recommended actions, City staff will coordinate with the Contractor on the delivery of the project.
ATTACHMENT(S):
A. Street Lighting Location Map
B. Contract Agreement
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AGREEMENT FOR CONSTRUCTION
RESIDENTIAL STREET LIGHT SYSTEM UPGRADE
CONTRACTOR’S NAME
This Agreement for Construction (“Agreement”) is entered into on March 3, 2026, by and between the CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS, a California municipal corporation (“City”) and [DBX, Inc. 42024 Avenida Alvarado, Suite A, Temecula, CA 92590], State Contractor’s License No. 240547, (“Contractor”). Hereinafter, the City and the Contractor may be referred to collectively as the “Parties.” The Parties mutually agree as follows: Contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment and materials for, and perform the work of 2025 - CONVERSION OF SERIES STREET LIGHT CIRCUITS TO MULTIPLE CIRCUITS which is covered in the Contractor’s Bid Proposal (the “Work), in accordance with the provisions and requirements in the Contract Documents as defined by this Agreement.
ARTICLE 1 – CONTRACT DOCUMENTS
1.1 Definitions. The meanings of all capitalized terms used herein and in the Contract Documents and not otherwise defined in this document shall be the same as those definitions set forth in the General and Standard Specifications and Special Provisions.
1.2 Contract Documents. The “Contract Documents,” except for Modifications issued after execution of this Agreement, consist of the following documents, all of which are either attached hereto as exhibits or are incorporated herein by this reference, are intended to be correlative and constitute Contractor’s performance obligations:
a. Permits from the City’s Building, Planning, and Public Works Departments and similar Governmental Approvals for the Work required by applicable law. b. Change Orders and other Modifications issued after execution of the Agreement. c. This Agreement, as signed by the Parties, including the following exhibit, and Certificates of Insurance and Additional insured endorsements for Contractor:
Exhibit “A” – Workers Compensation Certification
Exhibit “B” – Performance and Payment Bonds
Exhibit “C” – Claims Procedure
d. Addenda with later Addenda having priority over earlier Addenda issued in connection with the Notice Inviting Bids, as follows:
Addendum No. 1, issued January 8, 2026, 1 page.
e. Contractors Bid Proposal, for the above-referenced Bid No.: 2025-11 (comprised of Notice Inviting Bids, Instructions to Bidders and attachments, Bid Schedule of Prices, List of Subcontractors, Proposal, Signature Certification/Authorization, Bid Guaranty, and where applicable, Contractor Qualification Statement and/or Subcontractor Qualification Statement.
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g. City and other agency’s Standard Drawings.
h. All documents, maps, texts and items referred to in the foregoing documents.
1.3 Interpretation. In the event of any conflict between any of the Contract Documents, the document highest in the order of precedent shall control. The order of precedent shall be the same as that set forth in the 2018 Edition of the Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction, unless otherwise revised in the Special Provisions.
1.4 Entire Agreement. This Agreement together with all other Contract Documents represents the entire and integrated agreement between City and Contractor and supersedes any prior written or oral agreements between them concerning the subject matter contained in the Contract Documents. There are no representations, agreements, arrangements or understandings, oral or written, between the Parties hereto, relating to the subject matter contained in the Contract Documents, which are not fully expressed herein.
ARTICLE 2 - SERVICES OF CONTRACTOR
2.1 Scope of Services. In compliance with all terms and conditions of this Agreement, the Contractor shall provide those services specified in the Contract Documents, which services may be referred to herein as the “Services” or “Work” hereunder. As a material inducement to the City entering into this Agreement, Contractor represents and warrants that Contractor is a provider of first class work and services and Contractor is experienced in performing the work and services contemplated herein and, in light of such status and experience, Contractor covenants that it shall follow the highest professional standards in performing the work and services required hereunder and that all materials will be of good quality, fit for the purpose intended. Further, Contractor represents that it is knowledgeable and experienced in constructing improvements that are compliant with all applicable accessibility requirements and warrants that all work performed under this agreement will comply with all applicable accessibility requirements.
2.2 Compliance with Law. All services rendered hereunder shall be provided in accordance with all ordinances, resolutions, statutes, rules, and regulations of the City and any Federal, State or local governmental having jurisdiction in effect at the time service is rendered, including but not limited to, all applicable accessibility requirements.
2.3 Licenses, Permits, Fees and Assessments. Contractor shall obtain at its sole cost and expense such licenses, permits and approvals as may be required by law for the performance of the services required by this Agreement, including registration with the Department of Industrial Relations of the State of California as required by Labor Code Section 1725.5 before commencing performance under this Agreement. Contractor shall have the sole obligation to pay for any fees, assessments and taxes, plus applicable penalties and interest, which may be imposed by law and arise from or are necessary for the Contractor's performance of the services required by this Agreement, and shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless City against any such fees, assessments, taxes penalties or interest levied, assessed or imposed against City hereunder.
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2.4 Familiarity with Work. By executing this Contract, Contractor warrants that Contractor (a) has thoroughly investigated and considered the scope of services to be performed, including the requirement that the facilities being constructed must comply with all applicable accessibility requirements, (b) has carefully considered how the services should be performed, and (c) fully understands the facilities, difficulties and restrictions attending performance of the services under this Agreement. If the services involve work upon any site, Contractor warrants that Contractor has or will investigate the site and is or will be fully acquainted with the conditions there existing, prior to commencement of services hereunder. Should Contractor discover any latent or unknown conditions, which will materially affect the performance of the services hereunder, Contractor shall immediately inform the City of such fact and shall not proceed except at Contractor's risk until written instructions are received from the City.
2.5 Standard of Performance. Contractor, its subcontractors and their employees, in the performance of Contractor’s work under this Agreement shall be responsible for exercising the degree of skill and care required by customarily accepted good professional practices and procedures used in the Contractor’s field. Any costs for failure to meet the foregoing standard or to correct otherwise defective work that requires re-performance of the work, shall be borne in total by the Contractor and not by the City. The failure of a project to achieve the performance goals and objectives stated in this Agreement is not a basis for requesting re-performance unless the work conducted by Contractor and/or its subcontractors is deemed by the City to have failed the foregoing standard of performance.
In the event Contractor fails to perform in accordance with the above standard:
2.51. Contractor will re-perform, at its own expense, any task which was not performed to the reasonable satisfaction of City. Any work re-performed pursuant to this paragraph shall be completed within the time limitations originally set forth for the specific task involved. Contractor shall work any overtime required to meet the deadline for the task at no additional cost to the City;
2.5.2. The City shall provide a new schedule for the re-performance of any task pursuant to this paragraph in the event that re-performance of a task within the original time limitations is not feasible; and
2.5.3. The City shall have the option to direct Contractor not to re-perform any task which was not performed to the reasonable satisfaction of the City Manager pursuant to application of subsections 1 and 2 above. In the event the City directs Contractor not to re-perform a task, the City shall negotiate a reasonable settlement for satisfactory work performed. No previous payment shall be considered a waiver of the City’s right to reimbursement.
Nothing contained in this section is intended to limit any of the rights or remedies which the City may have under law.
2.6 Care of Work. Contractor shall adopt reasonable methods during the life of the Agreement to furnish continuous protection to the work, and the equipment, materials, papers, documents, plans, studies and/or other components thereof to prevent losses or damages, and shall be 2025-11 Residential Street Light System Upgrade
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responsible for all such damages, to persons or property, until acceptance of the work by City, except such losses or damages as may be caused by City's own negligence.
2.7 Further Responsibilities of Parties. Both parties agree to use reasonable care and diligence to perform their respective obligations under this Agreement. Both parties agree to act in good faith to execute all instruments, prepare all documents and take all actions as may be reasonably necessary to carry out the purposes of this Agreement. Unless hereafter specified, neither party shall be responsible for the service of the other. Contractor shall require all subcontractors to comply with the provisions of this Agreement.
2.8 Trenches or Excavations. Pursuant to California Public Contract Code Section 7104, in the event the work included in this Agreement requires excavations more than four (4) feet in depth, the following shall apply:
a. Contractor shall promptly, and before the following conditions are disturbed, notify City, in writing, of any: (1) material that Contractor believes may be material that is hazardous waste, as defined in Section 25117 of the Health and Safety Code, that is required to be removed to a Class I, Class II, or Class III disposal site in accordance with provisions of existing law; (2) Subsurface or latent physical conditions at the site different from those indicated; or (3) Unknown physical conditions at the site of any unusual nature, different materially from those ordinarily encountered and generally recognized as inherent in work of the character provided for in the contract.
b. City shall promptly investigate the conditions, and if it finds that the conditions do materially so differ, or do involve hazardous waste, and cause a decrease or increase in Contractor’s cost of, or the time required for, performance of any part of the work shall issue a change order per Section 3.4 of this Agreement. c. That, in the event that a dispute arises between City and Contractor whether the conditions materially differ, or involve hazardous waste, or cause a decrease or increase in Contractor’s cost of, or time required for, performance of any part of the work, Contractor shall not be excused from any scheduled completion date provided for by the contract, but shall proceed with all work to be performed under the contract. Contractor shall retain any and all rights provided either by contract or by law, which pertain to the resolution of disputes and protests between the contracting parties.
2.9 Utility Relocation. City is responsible for removal, relocation, or protection of existing main or trunk line utilities to the extent such utilities were not identified in the invitation for bids or specifications. City shall reimburse contractor for any costs incurred in locating, repairing damage not caused by contractor and removing or relocating such unidentified utility facilities, including equipment idled during such work. Contractor shall not be assessed liquidated damages for delay arising from the removal or relocation of such unidentified utility facilities.
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ARTICLE 3 – CONTRACT PRICE AND PAYMENT
3.1 Contract Price. City shall pay Contractor the Contract Price of Five Million Nine Hundred Sixty-Eight Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty-Six Dollars and no cents. ($5,968,766.00) which includes all California sales or use tax and County and City taxes, in consideration for the Contractor’s full, complete and timely performance of all of the Work required by the Contract Documents. The Contract Price includes any Alternative/Additive Bid Items which were awarded with the Contract.
Contractors agree to allocate the use tax derived from contracts or subcontracts of $5 million or more directly to the job site location by obtaining a sub-permit of the Contractor’s seller’s permit for the jobsite and allocating the local tax to the jobsite address on the appropriate schedule of the applicable sales tax returns. Contractor shall provide City with proof of such filing prior to City’s issuance of the Notice to Proceed.
3.2 Substitution of Securities. In accordance with Section 22300 of the California Public Contract Code, Contractor may substitute securities for any monies withheld by the City to ensure performance of the Contract. Such substitution shall be made at the request and expense of Contractor. Securities equivalent to the amount withheld may be deposited with the City or with a state or federally chartered bank as escrow agent. Securities eligible for substitution shall include those listed in Section 16430 of the Government Code, bank or saving and loan certificates of deposit, interest bearing demand deposit accounts, standby letters of credit, or any other security mutually agreed to by Contractor and City.
3.3 Changes to the Contract Price. Contractor shall not be compensated for any extra materials used or time expended over and above the Contract Price, unless prior written approval for the same has been granted by the City.
3.4 Additional Services. City shall have the right at any time during the performance of the services, without invalidating this Agreement, to order extra work beyond that specified in the Scope of Services or make changes by altering, adding to or deducting from said work. No such extra work may be undertaken unless a written change order is first given by the Contract Officer to the Contractor, incorporating therein any adjustment in (i) the Contract Sum as set forth in Section 3.1, and/or (ii) the time to perform this Agreement, which said adjustments are subject to the written approval of the Contractor. Any increase in compensation of twenty-five percent (25%) or less of the Contract Sum, or in the time to perform of one hundred eighty (180) days or less may be approved by the Contract Officer. Any increases, taken either separately or cumulatively, that result in the Contract Sum exceeding $50,000 must be approved by the City Council. It is expressly understood by Contractor that the provisions of this Section shall not apply to services specifically set forth in the Scope of Services or reasonably contemplated therein. Contractor hereby acknowledges that it accepts the risk that the services to be provided pursuant to the Scope of Services may be costlier or time consuming than Contractor anticipates and that Contractor shall not be entitled to additional compensation therefore.
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3.5 Payment Procedures.
3.5.1 Progress Payments. All progress payments shall be made in accordance with Public Contract Code § 20104.50, as follows:
a. The City shall make any progress payment within 30 days after receipt of an undisputed and properly submitted payment request. If the City fails to make any progress payment within 30 days after receipt of an undisputed and properly submitted payment request from a contractor on a construction contract the City shall pay interest to the Contractor equivalent to the legal rate set forth in subdivision (a) of § 685.010 of the Code of Civil Procedure. b. Upon receipt of a payment request, the City shall act in accordance with both of the following:
(1) Each payment request shall be reviewed by the City as soon as practicable after receipt for the purpose of determining that the payment request is a proper payment request.
(2) Any payment request determined not to be a proper payment request suitable for payment shall be returned to the Contractor as soon as practicable, but not later than seven (7) days, after receipt. A request returned pursuant to this section shall be accompanied by a document setting forth in writing the reasons why the payment request is not proper. c. The number of days available to the City to make a payment without incurring interest pursuant to §20104.50 of the Public Contract Code shall be reduced by the number of days by which the City exceeds the seven-day return requirement set forth in paragraph (2) of subdivision (b) above.
d. A “progress payment” includes all payments due contractors, except that portion of the final payment designated by the contract as retention earnings. e. A payment request shall be considered properly executed if funds are available for payment of the payment request, and payment is not delayed due to an audit inquiry by the financial officer of the local agency.
3.5.2 Retention. Within sixty (60) calendar days after City accepts final completion of the Work, City shall pay Contractor the amounts City deducted and retained from Contractor’s progress payments, except such sums which are required by applicable law or authorized by the Contract to be further retained. In the event of a dispute between City and Contractor concerning the amount of final payment due, the City may withhold from final payment, including Liquidated Damages provided forth in the Contract Documents, together with an amount not to exceed 150% of the disputed amounts.
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ARTICLE 4 – TIME FOR PERFORMANCE
4.1 Date of Commencement/Notice to Proceed. The date of commencement of the Work shall be established in a written Notice to Proceed issued by the City. The City will not issue a Notice to Proceed to the Contractor until this Agreement, bonds and insurance documents have been executed by all parties and approved by the City.
4.2 Contract Time. Contractor shall perform the Work in a diligent manner and shall complete all of the Work of the Contract, excluding any Plant Establishment, if applicable, within two hundred (200) working days after the date specified to Contractor in the Notice to Proceed issued by then City.
ARTICLE 5 – LIQUIDATED DAMAGES AND INCENTIVE BONUS
5.1 Amounts of Liquidated Damages. Failure of Contractor to complete the Work within the time allowed will result in damages being sustained by City. Such damages are, and will continue to be, impracticable and extremely difficult to determine. For each consecutive working day in excess of the time specified for the completion of Work, as adjusted in accordance with the Standard Specifications, Contractor shall pay to City, or have withheld from monies due Contractor, the sum of Four Thousand Dollars ($4,000). Execution of this Agreement shall constitute agreement by City and Contractor that said sum is the minimum value of the costs and actual damage caused by the failure of Contractor to complete the Work within the allotted time.
Such sum is liquidated damages and shall not be construed as a penalty, and may be deducted from payments due Contractor if such delay occurs.
ARTICLE 6 – CLAIMS AND DISPUTES
6.1 Claims Procedures. Contractor shall comply with the claims procedure set forth in Public Contract Code Section 9204, a summary of which is attached to this agreement as Exhibit “C.”
6.2 Government Code Claims Procedures. Contractor further acknowledges that notwithstanding Contractor’s compliance with the claims procedures set forth herein, Contractor must also comply with the claims procedures set forth in Government Code sections 900 et seq. prior to filing a lawsuit against the City for any such claim. Failure to submit a Government Code claim or comply with the claims provision contained herein shall bar Contractor from bringing and maintaining a valid lawsuit against the City.
6.3 Cooperation and Notification. In the event any claim or action is brought against City relating to Contractor’s performance or services rendered under this Agreement, Contractor shall render any reasonable assistance and cooperation which City might require. The City shall provide notification to Contractor within ten (10) business days upon receipt of any third party claim relating to this Agreement.
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ARTICLE 7 – LOCAL BUSINESS LICENSE, TAXES AND FEES
7.1 Business Tax Certificate and Governmental Approvals. As a condition of the Contract, Contractor and all subcontractors shall, during the term of this Agreement, secure and annually renew business tax certificates pursuant to Chapter 35.070, et seq. of the Santa Fe Springs Municipal Code to operate in the City, and shall also secure and maintain at all times during performance of the Work, any other licenses, fees, permits or similar Governmental Approvals required by Applicable law.
7.2 Offsets. Contractor acknowledges and agrees that with respect to any business tax or penalties thereon, utility charges, invoiced fee or other debt which is owed, or which becomes owed, by Contractor to City, City reserves the right to withhold and offset said amounts from any payments, refunds or reimbursements owed by City to Contractor under the Contract. Notice of such withholding and offset shall promptly be given to Contractor by City in writing. In the event of a dispute as to the amount owed or whether such amount is owed to City, City will hold such disputed amount until either the appropriate appeal process has been completed or until the dispute has been resolved.
ARTICLE 8 – BONDS
8.1 Performance and Payment Bonds. Prior to City’s execution of this Agreement, Contractor shall furnish to the City two (2) duly executed surety bonds using the forms included within the Bidding Requirements, one (1) as security for the faithful performance of the Contract and one (1) as security for the payment of all persons performing labor and furnishing materials in connection with the Contract. Both bonds shall be in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the Contract Price and shall be subscribed by an Admitted Surety Insurer which is authorized to transact surety insurance business in the State of California with a policy holder’s rating of Aor higher and a Financial Class of VII or larger. Should any bond or surety become insufficient, Contractor shall furnish City a new bond within ten (10) days after receiving notice from City. No payments will be due or paid under the Contract until any and all bond deficiencies have been remedied. Contractor, by execution of this Agreement acknowledges that the bonds are not Contract Documents, but are separate obligations.
ARTICLE 9 – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION INSURANCE
9.1 Workers’ Compensation Insurance Certificate. By executing this Agreement, Contractor certifies that Contractor is aware of and will comply with Section 3700 of the Labor Code of the State of California requiring every employer to be insured against liability for workers’ compensation or to undertake self-insurance before commencing any of the Work. Contractor shall comply with Labor Code Section 1861 by signing and filing the workers’ compensation certification attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and incorporated herein by reference.
9.2 Evidence of Coverage. Prior to the City’s execution of this agreement, Contractor shall file with the City either 1) a certificate of insurance or self-insurance evidencing that such insurance is in effect, or that Contractor is self-insured for such coverage; or 2) a certified statement that Contractor has no employees, and acknowledging that if Contractor does employ any person, 2025-11 Residential Street Light System Upgrade
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the necessary certificate of insurance will immediately be filed with City. Any Certificate filed with the City shall provide that City shall be given ten (10) days prior written notice before modification or cancellation thereof.
9.3 Carrier Rating. Contractor’s workers’ compensation insurance carrier shall be authorized to transact insurance business in the State of California with a policy holder’s rating of A- or higher and a Financial Class of VII or larger.
9.4 Subcontractor Worker’s Compensation Insurance. Contractor shall require each of its Subcontractors to obtain and maintain for the duration of this Agreement, complete workers’ compensation insurance, meeting or exceeding the coverage’s and amounts that California law requires.
ARTICLE 10 – CONTRACTOR’S LIABILITY INSURANCE
10.1 Minimum Scope. Prior to City’s execution of this Agreement and Contractor’s commencement of Work, Contractor shall secure, submit proof of and shall thereafter maintain without interruption, until completion of and acceptance by the City of the Work, such commercial general and automobile liability insurance as shall protect Contractor, its Subcontractors and the Additional Insured’s from any and all claims for damages for personal injury, including accidental death, as well as any and all claims for property damage which may arise from or which may concern operations under the Contract, whether such operations be by or on behalf of Contractor, any subcontractor or anyone directly or indirectly employed by, connected with or acting for or on behalf of any of them.
10.2 Carrier Ratings. All liability insurance shall be issued by an insurance company or companies authorized to transact liability insurance business in the State of California with a policy holder’s rating of A- or higher and a Financial Class of VII or larger.
10.3 Minimum Limits. Contractor shall maintain minimum limits of insurance as follows:
10.3.1 Commercial General Liability: Contractor’s commercial general liability insurance policy shall cover both bodily injury (including death) and property damage (including, but not limited to, premises operations liability, products-completed operations liability, independent contractor’s liability, personal injury liability, and contractual liability) in an amount not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence, an aggregate limit for products/completed operations in the amount not less than $2,000,000.
10.3.2 Automobile Liability Insurance: Contractor’s automobile liability policy shall cover both bodily injury and property damage in an amount not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence and an aggregate limit of not less than $1,000,000. All of Contractor’s automobile and/or commercial general liability insurance policies shall cover all vehicles used in connection with Contractor’s performance of this Agreement, which vehicles shall include, but are not limited to, Contractor owned vehicles, Contractor leased vehicles, Contractor’s employee vehicles, nonContractor-owned vehicles and hired vehicles. 2025-11 Residential Street Light System Upgrade
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10.3.3 Builder’s Risk Insurance. Unless otherwise set forth in the special provisions, during the term of this contract, Contractor shall maintain in force, at its own expense, Builder’s Risk insurance on all risks of direct physical loss basis, excluding damage caused by an act of God, pursuant to California Public Contract Code § 7105, for an amount equal to the full completed value of the covered structure or replacement value of alterations or additions. The policy shall include as loss payee, the City of Santa Fe Springs, the Contractor, and its sub-contractors as their interest may appear. The City shall not be responsible for the theft of any materials, equipment in the possession and control of Contractor.
10.3.4 Umbrella or excess liability insurance. Contractor shall obtain and maintain an umbrella or excess liability insurance policy that will provide bodily injury, personal injury and property damage liability coverage at least as broad as the primary coverages set forth above, including commercial general liability, automobile liability, and employer’s liability. Such policy or policies shall provide that the policy will respond in the event that any primary insurance that would otherwise have applied proves to be uncollectable in whole or in part for any reason; have the same effective dates as the primary policies; pay on behalf of the insureds and not reimbursement; the policies shall “follow form” to the underlying primary policies; and the insureds, including the additional insureds shall be the same as the primary policies.
10.4 Notice of Cancellation and Renewals. The policies shall not be canceled unless thirty (30) days prior written notification of intended cancellation has been given to City by certified or registered mail (this obligation may be satisfied in the alternative by requiring such notice to be provided by Contractor’s insurance broker and set forth on its Certificate of Insurance provided to City). Contractor agrees that upon receipt of any notice of cancellation or alteration of the policies, Contractor shall procure within five (5) days, other policies of insurance similar in all respects to the policy or policies to be cancelled or altered. Contractor shall furnish to the City copies of any endorsements that are subsequently issued amending coverage or limits within fourteen (14) days of the amendment.
10.5 All Coverage’s. The insurance policy or policies shall also comply with the following provisions:
a. Policies shall include premises/operations, products completed operations, independent contractors, owners and contractors’ protection, explosion, collapse, underground hazard, broad form contractual, personal injury with employment exclusion deleted, and broad form property damage.
b. The policy shall be endorsed to waive any right of subrogation against the City and its subcontractors, employees, officers, agents and directors for work performed under this Agreement.
c. If policies are written on a claims made basis, the certificate should so specify and the policy must continue in force for ten (10) years after completion of the Project.
The retroactive date of the coverage must also be listed. d. The policy shall specify that the insurance provided by Contractor will be considered primary and not contributory to any other insurance available to the City of Santa Fe Springs. Contractor shall provide Form No. CG 20010413 to City. 2025-11 Residential Street Light System Upgrade
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e. All policies of insurance shall name the City as an Additional Insured and shall contain the following language: “Solely with respect to work done by and on behalf of the name insured for the City of Santa Fe Springs, it is agreed that the City of Santa Fe Springs, and its officers, officials, employees and agents are added as additional insureds under this policy.”
f. Coverage provided by Contractor shall be primary and any insurance or selfinsurance procured or maintained by the City shall not be required to contribute with it. The limits of insurance required herein may be satisfied by a combination of primary and umbrella or excess insurance. Any umbrella or excess insurance shall contain or be endorsed to contain a provision that such coverage shall also apply on a primary and non-contributory basis for the benefit of the City before the City’s own insurance or self-insurance shall be called upon to protect it as a named insured.
10.6 Certificates of Insurance, Additional Insured Endorsements and Deductibles. Prior to execution of the Agreement, and thereafter upon City’s request, Contractor shall furnish City with original certificates of insurance and additional insured endorsements setting forth evidence of all insurance coverage required by this Article. Each certificate and endorsement is to be signed by a person authorized by that insurer to bind coverage on its behalf.
10.7 Contractor’s Failure to Provide Required Insurance. Failure to maintain required insurance at all times shall constitute a default and material breach. In such event, Contractor shall immediately notify City and cease all performance under this Contract until further directed by the City. In the absence of satisfactory insurance coverage, City may, at its discretion and sole option:
(a) procure insurance with collection rights for premiums, attorneys’ fees and costs against Contractor by way of set-off or recoupment from sums due Contractor; (b) immediately terminate or suspend Contractor’s performance of the Contract; (c) pay Contractor’s premiums for renewal of Contractor’s coverage; or (d) self-insure the risk, with all damages and costs incurred, by judgment, settlement or otherwise, including attorneys’ fees and costs, being collectible from Contractor, by way of set-off or recoupment from any sums due Contractor. Upon demand, Contractor shall repay City for all sums that City paid to obtain, renew, reinstate or replace the insurance, or City may offset the cost against any monies that the City may owe Contractor.
10.8 Verification of Coverage. City shall have the right to obtain complete and certified copies of Contractor’s and Subcontractors’ insurance policies (including, but not limited to, the declarations page, form list and riders), endorsements or certificates required under the Contractor Documents, upon request (including, but not limited to, the declarations page, form list and riders).
10.9 Reassessment of Insurance Requirements. At any time during the duration of this Contract, the City may require that Contractor obtain, pay for, and maintain more or less insurance depending on the City’s assessment of any one or more of the following factors: (1) the City’s risk of liability or exposure arising out of, or in any way connected with, Contractor’s services under this Contract; (2) the nature or number of accidents, claims, or lawsuits arising out of, or in any way connected with, Contractor’s services under this Contract; or (3) the availability, or affordability, or both, of increased liability insurance coverage. 2025-11 Residential Street Light System Upgrade
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10.10 Contractor’s Insurance for Other Losses. The Contractor and its Subcontractors of every tier shall assume full responsibility for all loss or damage from any cause whatsoever to any tools, Contractor’s (or Subcontractors’) employee owned tools, machinery, equipment, or motor vehicles owned or rented by the Contractor, or the Contractor’s agents, suppliers or Subcontractors as well as to any temporary structures, scaffolding and protective fences.
10.11 No Limitation. Contractor’s maintenance of insurance as required by the Contract Documents shall not be construed to limit the liability of the Contractor or its Subcontractors of any tier to the coverage provided by such insurance, or otherwise limit the City’s recourse to any remedy available at law or in equity.
10.12 Subcontractors’ Insurance. The Contractor shall include in all subcontracts a requirement that the Subcontractors of every tier shall obtain and maintain, at a minimum, all insurance required by Articles 9 and 19 of this Agreement except that the limits of liability and deductibles shall be in amounts determined by the Contractor, based on the degree of hazardous exposure according to the Work performed by each Subcontractor and the size of each subcontract.
Contractor shall ensure that any professional engineer retained on its behalf to provide supplemental plans and engineering calculations required in conjunction with the Work, maintains professional liability insurance during the entire term of this Agreement. Such insurance shall be in the minimum amount of $1,000,000 to protect City from claims resulting from the engineer(s) activities. This minimum amount of coverage shall not constitute any limitation or cap on Contractor’s indemnification obligations set forth herein.
The City reserves the right to request certificates of insurance from the Contractor for each Subcontractor. The Contractor acknowledges that regardless of insurance obtained by its Subcontractors, the Contractor will be responsible to the City for any and all acts of its Subcontractors.
ARTICLE 11 - INDEMNITY/DUTY TO DEFEND
11.1 Indemnity. Except as to the sole negligence, active negligence or willful misconduct of the City, Contractor assumes liability for and agrees, at Contractor’s sole cost and expense, to promptly and fully indemnify and hold the City, its City Council, and all of its respective officials, officers, directors, employees, managers, commission members, representatives, agents, council members, (“Indemnitees”), harmless from and against any and all loss, damage, claims, allegations, actions, suits, arbitrations, administrative proceedings, regulatory proceedings, or other legal proceedings, causes of action, demands, costs, judgments, liens, stop notices, penalties, damages, losses, anticipated losses of revenue, expenses (including, but not limited to, any fees of accountants, attorneys, experts or other professionals, or investigation expenses), costs, including attorneys’ fees, or losses of any kind or nature whatsoever, whether actual, threatened or alleged, arising out of, resulting from or is in any way (either directly or indirectly) related to, or is in any manner connected with, the performance of Work, the Project, activities, operations or duties of Contractor, or anyone employed by or working under Contractor, and from all claims by anyone employed by or working under Contractor for services rendered to Contractor in the performance of this Agreement (“Indemnity Claims”), notwithstanding that the City may have benefited from their services. This indemnification provision shall apply to any acts or omissions, willful 2025-11 Residential Street Light System Upgrade
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misconduct or negligent conduct, whether active or passive, on the part of Contractor or of anyone employed by or working under Contractor.
The parties expressly agree that any payment, attorneys’ fees, costs or expense that the City incurs or makes to or on behalf of an injured employee under the City’s self-administered workers’ compensation is included as a loss, expense or cost for the purposes of this Section, and that this Section shall survive the expiration or early termination of the Agreement.
11.2 Duty to Defend. Contractor agrees, at its sole cost and expense, to promptly defend the Indemnitees from all Indemnity Claims. The duty of the Contractor to indemnify and hold harmless the Indemnitees includes the separate and independent duty to defend the Indemnitees, which duty arises immediately upon receipt by Contractor of the tender of any Indemnity Claim from an Indemnitee. The Contractor’s obligation to defend the Indemnitees shall be at Contractor’s sole expense, and not be excused because of Contractor’s inability to evaluate liability or because the Contractor evaluates liability and determines that the Contractor is not liable. This duty to defend shall apply whether or not an Indemnity Claim has merit or is meritless, or which involves claims or allegations that any or all of the Indemnitees were actively, passively or concurrently negligent, or which otherwise assert that the Indemnitees are responsible, in whole or in part, for any Indemnity Claim. Contractor agrees to provide this defense immediately upon written notice from the City, and with well qualified, adequately insured and experienced legal counsel acceptable to the City.
11.3 Subcontractor Requirements. In addition to the requirements set forth hereinabove, Contractor shall ensure, by written subcontract agreement, that each of Contractor’s Subcontractors of every tier shall protect, defend, indemnify and hold harmless the Indemnitees with respect to Indemnity Claims arising out of, in connection with, or in any way related to each such Subcontractors’ Work on the Project in the same manner in which Contractor is required to protect, defend, indemnify and hold the Indemnitees harmless. In the event Contractor fails to obtain such defense and indemnity obligations from others as required herein, Contractor agrees to be fully responsible to the Indemnitees according to the terms of this Article.
11.4 No Limitation or Waiver of Rights. Contractor’s obligations under this Article are in addition to any other rights or remedies which the Indemnitees may have under the law or under the Contract Documents. Contractor’s indemnification and defense obligations set forth in this Article are separate and independent from the insurance provisions set forth in the Agreement and do not limit, in any way, the applicability, scope, or obligations set forth in such insurance provisions. The purchase of insurance by the Contractor with respect to the obligations required herein shall in no event be construed as fulfillment or discharge of such obligations. City approval of the Insurance contracts required by this Agreement does not in any way relieve the Contractor from liability under this section. In any and all claims against the Indemnitees by any employee of the Contractor, any Subcontractor, any supplier of the Contractor or Subcontractors, anyone directly or indirectly employed by any of them, or anyone for whose acts any of them may be liable, the obligations under this Article shall not be limited in any way by any limitation on the amount or type of damages, compensation or benefits payable by or for the Contractor or any Subcontractor or any supplier of either of them, under workers’ or workmen’s compensation acts, disability benefit acts or other employee benefit acts. Failure of the City to monitor compliance 2025-11 Residential Street Light System Upgrade
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with these requirements imposes no additional obligations on the City and will in no way act as a waiver of any rights hereunder.
11.5 Withholding to Secure Obligations. In the event an Indemnity Claim arises prior to final payment to Contractor, the City may, in its sole discretion, reserve, retain or apply any monies due Contractor for the purpose of resolving such Indemnity Claims; provided, however, the City may release such funds if the Contractor provides the City with reasonable assurances of protection of the Indemnitees’ interests. The City shall, in its sole discretion, determine whether such assurances are reasonable.
11.6 Limitations. Notwithstanding the above provisions of section 11.1 and 11.2, Contractor shall not be liable for the defense or indemnification of the City for claims, actions, complaints or suits arising out of the sole active negligence or willful misconduct of the City.
11.7 Survival of Indemnity Obligations. Contractor’s obligations under this Article are binding on Contractor’s and its Subcontractors’ successors, heirs and assigns and shall survive the completion of the Work or termination of the Contractor’s performance of the Work.
ARTICLE 12 – PREVAILING WAGES
12.1 Public Work Project. This Project is a public work as defined in California Labor Code Section 1720. By executing this Agreement, Contractor certifies that neither it, nor any of its subcontractors are ineligible under Labor Code Section 1777.1 or Section 1777.7 from bidding on, entering into a contract for, or performing the Work. Contractor and all Subcontractors of any tier are required to pay all workers employed in the execution of the Work not less than the general prevailing wage rates of per diem wages and overtime and holiday wages determined by the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations (“DIR”) under Section 1720 et seq. of the California Labor Code. The Director’s determination of prevailing rates are on file with the City and are available on-line at www.dir.ca.gov/dlsr/DPreWageDetermination.htm and are referred to and made a part hereof; the wage rates therein ascertained, determined and specified are referred to and made a part hereof as though fully set forth herein.
12.2 California Labor Code. Contractor is aware of and stipulates that Contractor will also comply with the following sections of the California Labor Code:
a. Section, 1771, Contractor and any subcontractors shall pay not less than the general prevailing rate per diem wages.
b. Section 1775, Contractor and any subcontractor will forfeit to City as a penalty up to $200 for each calendar day, or portion of a day, for each worker paid less than the applicable prevailing wage rate, in addition to paying each worker the difference between the applicable wage rate and the amount actually paid. c. Contractor and its subcontractors must maintain certified payroll records in compliance with Labor Code sections 1776 and 1812, and all implementing regulations promulgated by the DIR. For each payroll record, Contractor and its subcontractors must certify under penalty of perjury that the information in the 2025-11 Residential Street Light System Upgrade
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record is true and correct, and that it has complied with the requirements of Labor Code sections 1771, 1811, and 1815. Contractor must electronically submit certified payroll records to the Labor Commissioner as required under California law and regulations.
d. Section 1777.5 prescribes the terms and conditions for employing registered apprentices.
e. Section 1810, eight hours of labor constitutes a legal day’s work. f. Section 1813, Contractor will forfeit to the City as a penalty the sum of $25 for each day during which a worker employed by Contractor or any subcontractor is required or permitted to work more than eight hours during any one calendar day, or more than 40 hours per calendar week, unless such workers are paid overtime wages under Labor Code section 1815.
g. Sections 1725.5 and 1771.1 requires all general contractors and subcontractors to be registered with DIR.
h. Contractor must also post all job site notices required by laws or regulations pursuant to Labor Code section 1771.4.
ARTICLE 13 – MISCELLANEOUS
13.1 Non-Discrimination. Except as provided in Section 12940 of the California Government Code, during Contractor’s performance of the Agreement, Contractor shall not discriminate on the grounds of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition including the medical condition of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) or any condition related thereto, marital status, gender, gender identity, genetic information, gender expression, sex or sexual orientation, military and veteran status, in the selection and retention of employees and subcontractors and the procurement of materials and equipment. Contractor shall also comply with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act in the performance of the Agreement.
13.2 Notice. Whenever any provision of the Contract Documents requires the giving of written notice, including notices, bills, invoices or other documents required or permitted under this Agreement, service shall be sufficient if sent by one party to the other by overnight courier, or by registered, certified or United States first class mail, postage prepaid and addressed as follows:
City Contractor
City of Santa Fe Springs DBX, Inc.
Attn: James Enriquez, PE Attn: James C. Perry, President/Secretary/Treasurer 11710 Telegraph Road 42024 Avenida Alvarado, Suite A
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 Temecula, CA 92590
13.3 Conflict of Interest. The Contractor warrants that it has not paid or given and will not pay or give any third party any money or other consideration for obtaining this Agreement. Contractor and its officers, employees, associates and subcontractors, if any, will comply with all conflict of interest statutes of the State of California applicable to Contractor's services under this agreement, 2025-11 Residential Street Light System Upgrade
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including, but not limited to, the Political Reform Act (Government Code Sections 81000, et seq.) and Government Code Section 1090. During the term of this Agreement, Contractor and its officers, employees, associates and subcontractor shall not, without the prior written approval of the City Representative, perform work for another person or entity for whom Contractor is not currently performing work that would require Contractor or one of its officers, employees, associates or subcontractors to abstain from a decision under this Agreement pursuant to a conflict of interest statute.
13.4 Waiver. No delay or omission in the exercise of any right or remedy by a nondefaulting party on any default shall impair such right or remedy or be construed as a waiver. A party's consent to or approval of any act by the other party requiring the party's consent or approval shall not be deemed to waive or render unnecessary the other party's consent to or approval of any subsequent act. Any waiver by either party of any default must be in writing and shall not be a waiver of any other default concerning the same or any other provision of this Agreement.
13.5 Rights and Remedies. Rights and Remedies are cumulative except with respect to rights and remedies expressly declared to be exclusive in this Agreement, the rights and remedies of the parties are cumulative and the exercise by either party of one or more of such rights or remedies shall not preclude the exercise by it, at the same or different times, of any other rights or remedies for the same default or any other default by the other party.
13.6 Legal Action. In addition to any other rights or remedies, either party may take legal action, in law or in equity, to cure, correct or remedy any default, to recover damages for any default, to compel specific performance of this Agreement, to obtain declaratory or injunctive relief, or to obtain any other remedy consistent with the purposes of this Agreement.
13.7 Disputes. In the event either party fails to perform its obligations hereunder, the nondefaulting party shall provide the defaulting party written notice of such default. The defaulting party shall have ten (10) days to cure the default; provided that, if the default is not reasonably susceptible to being cured within said ten (10) day period, the defaulting party shall have a reasonable time to cure the default, not to exceed a maximum of thirty (30) days, so long as the defaulting party commences to cure such default within ten (10) days of service of such notice and diligently prosecutes the cure to completion; provided further that if the default is an immediate danger to the health, safety and general welfare, the defaulting party shall take such immediate action as may be necessary. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the nondefaulting party may, in its sole and absolute discretion, grant a longer cure period. Should the defaulting party fail to cure the default within the time period provided in this Section, the nondefaulting party shall have the right, in addition to any other rights the nondefaulting party may have at law or in equity, to terminate this Agreement. Compliance with the provisions of this Section 13.7 shall be a condition precedent to bringing any legal action, and such compliance shall not be a waiver of any party's right to take legal action in the event that the dispute is not cured.
13.8 Termination for Default of Contractor. If termination is due to the failure of the Contractor to fulfill its obligations under this Agreement, Contractor shall vacate any City owned property which Contractor is permitted to occupy hereunder and City may, after compliance with the provisions of Section 13.7, take over the work and prosecute the same to completion by contract 2025-11 Residential Street Light System Upgrade
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or otherwise, and the Contractor shall be liable to the extent that the total cost for completion of the services required hereunder exceeds the compensation herein stipulated (provided that the City shall use reasonable efforts to mitigate such damages), and City may withhold any payments to the Contractor for the purpose of setoff or partial payment of the amounts owed the City as previously stated.
13.9 Force Majeure. The time period(s) specified in the Scope of Services for performance of the services rendered pursuant to this Agreement shall be extended because of any delays due to unforeseeable causes beyond the control and without the fault or negligence of the Contractor, including, but not restricted to, acts of God or of the public enemy, unusually severe weather, fires, earthquakes, floods, epidemics, quarantine restrictions, riots, strikes, freight embargoes, wars, litigation, and/or acts of any governmental agency, including the City, if the Contractor shall within ten (10) days of the commencement of such delay notify the City in writing of the causes for the delay. The City shall ascertain the facts and the extent of delay, and extend the time for performing the services for the period of the enforced delay when and if in the judgment of the City such delay is justified. The City’s determination shall be final and conclusive upon the parties to this Agreement.
13.10 City’s Right to Access and Audit Contractor’s Project Documents. a. If the Contractor submits a claim to the City for additional compensation, the City shall have the right, as a condition to considering the claim, and as a basis for evaluation of the claim, and until the claim has been settled, to audit the Contractor's books to the extent they are relevant. This right shall include the right to examine books, records, documents, and other evidence and accounting procedures and practices, sufficient to discover and verify all direct and indirect costs of whatever nature claimed to have been incurred or anticipated to be incurred and for which the claim has been submitted. The right to audit shall include the right to inspect the Contractor's plant, or such parts thereof, as may be or have been engaged in the performance of the Work. The Contractor further agrees that the right to audit encompasses all subcontracts and is binding upon Subcontractors. The rights to examine and inspect herein provided for shall be exercisable through such representatives as the City deems desirable during the Contractor's normal business hours at the office of the Contractor. The Contractor shall make available to the City for auditing, all relevant accounting records and documents, and other financial data, and upon request, shall submit true copies of requested records to the City. b. The City and/or its authorized auditors or representatives, (including the California State Auditor if so requested by the City pursuant to Government Code § 8546.7) shall have access to and the right to examine, audit, excerpt, transcribe, and reproduce any of the Contractor’s records for a period of at least three (3) years after termination of the Agreement and/or Final Payment. Such records include without limitation, journals, ledgers, records of accounts payable and receivable, profit and loss statements, bank statements, invoices, receipts, subcontracts, agreements, notes, correspondence, memoranda, and any documents generated and received in Contractor’s performance of this Contract. Upon written notice by the City, Contractor shall promptly make all such records available to City and/or its authorized auditors or representatives and cooperate with the City and its authorized auditors or representatives in examining, auditing, excerpting, transcribing and reproducing the records.
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13.11 Unfair Business Practices Claims. In entering into a public works contract or a subcontract to supply goods, services or materials pursuant to a public works contract, the contractor or subcontractor offers and agrees to assign to the awarding body all rights, title, and interest in and to all causes of action it may have under Section 4 of the Clayton Act (15 U.S.C.
Sec. 15) or under the Cartwright Act (Chapter 2, (commencing with Section 16700) of Part 2 of Division 7 of the Business and Professions Code), arising from purchases of goods, services or materials pursuant to the public works contract or the subcontract. This assignment shall be made and become effective at the time the awarding body renders final payment to the contractor without further acknowledgment by the parties. (Sec. 7103.5, California Public Contract Code).
13.12 Venue. Any action at law or in equity brought by either of the parties hereto for the purpose of enforcing a right or rights provided for by this Agreement shall be tried in the Superior Court in Los Angeles County, State of California.
13.13 Prohibition Against Assignment. The experience, knowledge, capability and reputation of Contractor, its principals and employees were a substantial inducement for the City to enter into this Agreement. Neither this Agreement nor any interest herein may be transferred, assigned, conveyed, hypothecated or encumbered voluntarily or by operation of law, whether for the benefit of creditors or otherwise, without the prior written approval of City. Transfers restricted hereunder shall include the transfer to any person or group of persons acting in concert of more than twentyfive percent (25%) of the present ownership and/or control of Contractor, taking all transfers into account on a cumulative basis. In the event of any such unapproved transfer, including any bankruptcy proceeding, this Agreement shall be void. No approved transfer shall release the Contractor or any surety of Contractor of any liability hereunder without the express consent of City.
13.14 Independent Contractor. Neither the City nor any of its employees shall have any control over the manner, mode or means by which Contractor, its subcontractors, agents or employees, performs the services required herein, except as otherwise set forth herein. The City shall have no voice in the selection, discharge, supervision or control of Contractor's employees, subcontractors, servants, representatives or agents, or in fixing their number, compensation or hours of service.
Contractor shall perform all services required herein as an independent contractor of the City and shall remain at all times as to the City a wholly independent contractor with only such obligations as are consistent with that role. Contractor shall not at any time or in any manner represent that it or any of its subcontractors, agents or employees are agents or employees of the City. The City shall not in any way or for any purpose become or be deemed to be a partner of Contractor in its business or otherwise or a joint venture or a member of any joint enterprise with Contractor.
13.15 No Estoppel or Waiver by City. No action or failure to act by the City shall constitute a waiver of any right or duty afforded City under this Agreement, nor shall any such action or failure to act constitute an approval of or acquiescence in any breach thereunder, except as may be specifically provided in this Agreement or as may be otherwise agreed in writing. The waiver by the City of any breach or violation of any term, covenant or condition of this Agreement or of any provision, ordinance, or law shall not be deemed to be a waiver of any other term, covenant, condition, ordinance, or law or of any subsequent breach or violation of the same or of any other term, covenant, condition, ordinance, or law. The subsequent payment of any monies or fee by 2025-11 Residential Street Light System Upgrade
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the City which may become due hereunder shall not be deemed to be a waiver of any preceding breach or violation by Contractor or any term, covenant, condition of this Agreement or of any applicable law or ordinance.
13.16 Signature Authority. The individuals executing this Agreement 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.
13.17 Severability. Each provision, term, condition, covenant and/or restriction, in whole and in part, in this Agreement shall be considered severable. In the event any provision, term, condition, covenant and/or restriction, in whole and/or in part, in this Agreement is declared invalid, unconstitutional, or void for any reason, such provision or part thereof shall be severed from this Agreement and shall not affect any other provision, term, condition, covenant and/or restriction of this Agreement and the remainder of the Agreement shall continue in full force and effect.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be duly executed on the day and year first above written.
CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS DBX, INC.
By: By:
René Bobadilla, City Manager James C. Perry
Attest: By:
President/Treasurer/Secretary
Fernando Muñoz, City Clerk Name
APPROVED AS TO FORM
Title
By:
Rick Olivares, City Attorney
ITEM # 10
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: STREET LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 1 – ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 10000 DATE: March 3, 2026
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 10000, ordering the preparation of the Engineer’s Report for Fiscal Year 2026/27 in conjunction with the annual levy of assessments for Street Lighting District No. 1; and
2. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
FISCAL IMPACT
Lighting District No. 1 includes a mechanism to provide funding on an annual basis for ongoing streetlight maintenance and repair. This funding is from assessment revenue generated by property owners within the District (through a parcel charge collected on the annual property tax bill).
BACKGROUND
The City of Santa Fe Springs formed Lighting District No. 1 on May 26, 1982, according to the provisions of the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972. The Lighting District is responsible for overseeing the operations, maintenance, installation and construction of city-owned streetlights.
ANALYSIS
In order to levy the assessments against the properties located within the Lighting District on an annual basis, it is necessary for the City to prepare an Engineer’s Report for the Lighting District. The documents that meet the legal requirements are outlined in Chapter 3 of the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, as contained in the Streets and Highways Code. The Engineer's Report outlines the Lighting District structure, the improvements, and the proposed assessments to be levied in connection with the benefits the properties will receive from the maintenance and servicing of the District improvements for the fiscal year. Approval of Resolution No.10000, orders the preparation of the Engineer’s Report for the annual update of the Lighting District.
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF MARCH 3, 2026
Street Lighting District No. 1 – Adoption of Resolution No. 10000
ITEM STATUS:
APPROVED: ☐
DENIED: ☐
TABLED: ☐
DIRECTION GIVEN: ☐
____________________________
City Clerk, Maribel Garcia
ENVIRONMENTAL
N/A
DISCUSSION
N/A
SUMMARY/NEXT STEPS
Upon approval by the City Council of the recommended actions, City staff will start the annual assessment district update process.
ATTACHMENT(S):
A. Resolution No. 10000
B. Boundary Map
APPROVED:
ITEM NO.:
RESOLUTION NO. 10000
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA ORDERING THE PREPARATION OF THE ENGINEER’S REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026/27 IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE ANNUAL UPDATE FOR STREET LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 1
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Santa Fe Springs, California, desires to initiate proceedings for the annual levy of assessments for a street lighting district pursuant to the terms and provisions of the "Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972," being Division 15, Part 2 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California, in what is known and designated as
CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS
LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 1
(Hereinafter referred to as the "District"); and,
WHEREAS, these proceedings for the annual levy of assessments shall relate to the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2027; and, WHEREAS, there has been submitted to this City Council, for its consideration at this time, a map showing the boundaries of the area affected by the levy of the assessment for the above referenced fiscal year, said map further showing and describing in general the works of improvement proposed to be maintained in said District, and description being sufficient to identify the works of improvement and the areas proposed to be assessed for said maintenance thereof; and
WHEREAS, the provisions of said Division 15, Part 2 require a written "Report" consisting of the following:
1. Plans and specifications of the area of the work improvement to be maintained; and
2. An estimate of the costs for maintaining the improvements for the above referenced fiscal year; and
3. A diagram of the area proposed to be assessed; and
4. An assessment of the estimated costs for maintenance work for said fiscal year.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS hereby:
1. That the above recitals are true and correct.
2. That a map entitled "City of Santa Fe Springs Lighting District No. 1 Annual Levy" as submitted to this City Council, showing the boundaries of the proposed area to
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2 be assessed and showing the work of improvement to be maintained, and a copy is on file in the Office of the City Clerk and open to public inspection. The proposed parcels and properties within said area are those to be assessed to pay certain costs and expenses for said maintenance work.
3. That the proposed maintenance work within the area proposed to be assessed shall be for certain street lighting improvements, as said maintenance work is set forth in the "Report" to be presented to this City Council for consideration.
4. That the City Engineer, James Enriquez, is hereby ordered to prepare and file with this City Council, a "Report" relating to said annual assessment and levy in accordance with the provisions of Article IV, commencing with Section 22565 of Chapter 1 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California.
5. That, upon completion, said "Report" shall be filed with the City Clerk who shall then submit the same to this City Council for its consideration pursuant to section 22623 and 22624 of said Streets and Highways Code.
6. That the City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution.
APPROVED and ADOPTED this 3rd day of March 2026.
I, the undersigned, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 10000 was duly adopted by the City of Santa Fe Springs City Council following a roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
_____________________________
Joe Angel Zamora, Mayor
ATTEST:
_____________________________ ________________
Maribel Garcia, City Clerk Date
ATTACHMENT B
ITEM # 11
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: CATCH BASIN RETROFIT AGREEMENT – LOS ANGELES COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL
DISTRICT
DATE: March 3, 2026
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve the Catch Basin Retrofit Agreement with the Los Angeles County Flood Control District; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement; and
3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
FISCAL IMPACT
The cost for the construction of the retrofit of the existing County-owned catch basins is included in the construction contract awarded by the City Council on March 18, 2025 to G2 Construction, Inc. and is funded with Measure W funds received from the County.
The Agreement also requires the County to pay the city an estimated amount of $23.75 per year per catch basin for the annual removal of trash accumulated in the catch basins. There are approximately 280 county-owned catch basins within the city for a total annual payment of $6,650 to be received by the city.
BACKGROUND
In an effort to mitigate the growing trash pollution in California’s waterways, on April 7, 2015, the State Water Resources Control Board adopted the Trash Provisions of the Water Quality Control Plan for Inland Surface Waters, Enclosed Bays, and Estuaries of California. The Trash Provisions require MS4 Permit holders to install, operate, and maintain full capture systems in catch basins located in Priority Land Uses. As an MS4 permit holder, the City of Santa Fe Springs is required to comply with the Trash Amendments. Santa Fe Springs is committed to a storm water management program that protects water quality, increases local water supplies and protects public health. The installation of the CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF MARCH 3, 2026
Catch Basin Retrofit Agreement – Los Angeles County Flood Control District
ITEM STATUS:
APPROVED: ☐
DENIED: ☐
TABLED: ☐
DIRECTION GIVEN: ☐
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City Clerk, Maribel Garcia
proposed full capture devices will drastically reduce the trash and debris currently entering the storm drain system and comply with the California Water Board’s requirements to install certified Full Capture System devices to protect storm water quality.
The installation of Full Capture System devices in storm drain catch basins is a requirement of the city’s NPDES permit in order to removal trash from storm runoff. The city is responsible for all catch basins within the city, including catch basins owned by the County. There are approximately 700 catch basins within the city and 280 of them are owned by the County.
The City Council awarded a construction contract to G2 Construction, Inc. on March 18, 2025. G2 has completed all of the city-owned catch basin retrofits. A permit from the LA County Flood Control District is required to retrofit the county-owned catch basins. Execution of the subject agreement is a requirement for the permit. Once the permit is issued, G2 will complete the retrofit of the 280 countyowned catch basins.
ANALYSIS
The City Attorney has reviewed the subject Agreement and approved as to form.
ENVIRONMENTAL
Pursuant to the guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Catch Basin Insert Installation 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.
DISCUSSION
The recommended Agreement defines the terms and conditions for both the city and County with respect to the city’s installation of trash excluder devices on county-owned catch basins within the city. It also defines the city’s responsibilities to maintain and replace and/or remove the devices and also provides the annual payment by the County to the city for the removal of trash that accumulates in the catch basin as a result of the installation of the screening devices.
SUMMARY/NEXT STEPS
Upon approval of the recommended actions by City Council, staff will execute the Agreement and coordinate the completion of the construction project.
ATTACHMENT(S):
A. Catch Basin Retrofit Agreement
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AGREEMENT NO. ___________
AGREEMENT
(Option 2)
This AGREEMENT is entered into by and between the LOS ANGELES COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT, a body corporate and politic (hereinafter referred to as the LACFCD), and the City of Santa Fe Springs, California, a municipal corporation (hereinafter referred to as CITY).
RECITALS
WHEREAS, State Water Resources Control Board has promulgated water-quality regulations, including a Statewide Trash Amendment, applicable to cities located in the San Gabriel River Watershed; and
WHEREAS, CITY desires to achieve compliance with the Statewide Trash Amendment by installing TRASH EXCLUDERS (as hereafter defined) within catch basins owned by the LACFCD, located within CITY streets; and
WHEREAS, CITY will administer the procurement and installation of said TRASH EXCLUDERS. Once installed, the purpose of this agreement is to ensure that the City maintains the TRASH EXCLUDERS installed on catch basins owned by the LACFCD; NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants herein contained, the LACFCD and CITY hereto mutually agree as follows:
(1) DEFINITION:
a. TRASH EXCLUDER, as referred to in this AGREEMENT, shall mean any device, which partially blocks the opening or outlet of a catch basin to prevent trash from entering the storm drain system, including Automatic Retractable Screen devices (ARS) and Connector Pipe Screen devices (CPS).
(2) CITY AGREES AS FOLLOWS:
a. CITY shall prepare a list of locations and other information for the TRASH EXCLUDERS that CITY proposes to install on LACFCD catch basins, in a form prescribed by the LACFCD. Once completed by the CITY, the list shall be attached hereto as Exhibit A, and be incorporated herein as if set forth in full.
b. CITY shall apply for and obtain a permit from the LACFCD for the installation of the TRASH EXCLUDERS identified on Exhibit A.
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c. Upon completion of the installation of the TRASH EXCLUDERS in accordance with the terms and conditions of the permit from the LACFCD, CITY shall provide to the LACFCD an updated Exhibit A as necessary, to reflect any differences between the proposed and the as-built conditions.
Once approved by the LACFCD, the updated Exhibit A shall replace and supersede the prior Exhibit A.
d. CITY shall inspect all catch basins fitted with TRASH EXCLUDERS. If, during an inspection, CITY discovers damage to any catch basin other than damage to the TRASH EXCLUDER, CITY shall report said damage to the LACFCD within 14 calendar days from the date of the inspection. e. CITY shall maintain all TRASH EXCLUDERS so as to function properly during storm events and so as not to prevent storm flows from entering the catch basin. CITY shall promptly repair or replace damaged TRASH EXCLUDERS.
f. CITY shall remove all trash and debris from each catch basin fitted with a TRASH EXCLUDER at least once each year. CITY shall stencil the appropriate month and year of cleanout on each catch basin. g. CITY shall be authorized to remove the existing manhole covers as required to access the inside of the catch basins fitted with TRASH EXCLUDERS and shall reinstall the manhole covers wherever the catch basins are left unattended. If screws or bolts are damaged while removing the manhole covers, CITY shall replace the screws or bolts. CITY shall thoroughly clean all debris from the manhole frame and cover before reinstallation of the cover.
h. During storm events, CITY shall conduct a reasonable number of patrols of areas in which any TRASH EXCLUDERS have been installed to verify that all TRASH EXCLUDERS are functioning properly, and, if identified by CITY, shall relieve any instances of plugging of any catch basin fitted with a TRASH EXCLUDER.
i. CITY shall indemnify, defend, and hold the LACFCD and the County of Los Angeles, and their agents, officers, and employees, harmless from and against any and all claims, demands, liability, damages or costs arising from the breach by CITY of any obligation under this Agreement, or from the installation, operation or maintenance of any TRASH EXCLUDER. j. Nothing in this AGREEMENT shall be construed as transferring liability or responsibility to the CITY for the LACFCD's obligations under the applicable NPDES Permit, or transferring liability or responsibility to the LACFCD for the CITY's obligations under the applicable NPDES Permit.
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k. CITY shall include the LACFCD within the protection of any indemnification clause contained in any ancillary contract relating to the maintenance of the TRASH EXCLUDERS.
(3) LACFCD AGREES AS FOLLOWS:
a. CITY is authorized to operate and maintain the TRASH EXCLUDERS on LACFCD-owned catch basins identified in Exhibit A.
b. LACFCD shall pay CITY the amount of $15.25 in 2012 dollars, adjusted annually according to the Consumer Price Index for all urban consumers in the Anaheim, Los Angeles, and Riverside areas, as published by the U.S. Government Bureau of Labor Statistics, per year, for each catch basin identified in Exhibit A. This amount represents the annual amount the LACFCD would otherwise have had to incur for removing trash and debris from the catch basins identified in Exhibit A, had CITY not installed TRASH EXCLUDERS in those catch basins.
(4) IT IS MUTUALLY UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED AS FOLLOWS:
a. The TRASH EXCLUDERS are the property of CITY. The LACFCD shall retain ownership of the catch basins, exclusive of the TRASH EXCLUDERS. City’s agreement to maintain the TRASH EXCLUDERS in the catch basins does not include any obligations to maintain any portion of the LACFCD’s stormdrain system downstream of the catch basins. b. CITY may, from time to time, with the consent of the LACFCD, install additional TRASH EXCLUDERS on or remove existing TRASH
EXCLUDERS from LACFCD-owned catch basins. Prior to installing any new TRASH EXCLUDER or removing any existing TRASH EXCLUDER, CITY shall apply for and obtain a permit from the LACFCD for the installation or removal. Upon completion of the installation or removal in accordance with the terms and conditions of the permit, CITY shall provide to the LACFCD an updated Exhibit A to reflect the additional or removed TRASH EXCLUDERS. Once approved by the LACFCD, the updated Exhibit A shall replace and supersede the prior Exhibit A. c. Termination
(i) CITY may request the LACFCD to perform the inspection and maintenance of the TRASH EXCLUDERS, or any of them, on CITY's behalf. If the LACFCD, in its sole discretion, determines to do so, the parties shall enter into a new agreement providing for said inspection and maintenance by the LACFCD, on CITY's behalf.
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Upon the execution of the new agreement by both CITY and the LACFCD, this AGREEMENT shall be deemed terminated.
(ii) CITY may unilaterally terminate this AGREEMENT without cause, in CITY’S sole discretion, at any time, by giving a thirty (30)-day prior written notice to the LACFCD. In the event this AGREEMENT is terminated, pursuant to this Section (4)b.(ii), the LACFCD may, in its sole discretion, provide CITY with a written notice to remove the TRASH EXCLUDERS or any of them, and restore the affected catch basin(s) to a condition similar to that which existed prior to installation of the TRASH EXCLUDERS. If the LACFCD provides CITY with such a notice, CITY shall complete all work required to comply with the notice within ninety (90) days. If CITY fails to do so, the LACFCD may, in its sole discretion, complete said work at CITY’S expense.
(iii) If CITY fails to comply with any of the terms or conditions of this AGREEMENT, the LACFCD may, in its sole discretion, terminate this AGREEMENT and provide CITY with a written notice to remove the TRASH EXCLUDERS, or any of them, and restore the catch basin(s) to a condition similar to or better than that which existed prior to installation of the TRASH EXCLUDERS. If the LACFCD provides CITY with such a notice, CITY shall complete all work required to comply with the notice within ninety (90) days. If CITY fails to do so, the LACFCD may, in its sole discretion, complete said work at CITY’S expense.
(iv) If the LACFCD removes any TRASH EXCLUDER pursuant to Sections (4)c.(ii) or (4)c.(iii), the LACFCD shall submit a billing invoice to CITY indicating the costs and expenses incurred by the LACFCD in connection with the removal of the TRASH EXCLUDER, specifically including any work required to restore the affected catch basin to a condition similar to or better than that which existed prior to installation of the TRASH EXCLUDER, and CITY shall reimburse the LACFCD all such costs and expenses within thirty (30) days of the billing invoice.
d. The LACFCD is not responsible for assisting CITY with any regulatory compliance activities related to the operation or maintenance of the TRASH EXCLUDERS including, for example, conducting monitoring, weighing of trash, and reporting amounts of trash collected from inside catch basins where TRASH EXCLUDERS have been installed.
e. Requests for Service coming to the LACFCD to clean any catch basin identified in Exhibit “A” will be forwarded to CITY for their prompt handling, action, and closure.
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f. The LACFCD may remove any TRASH EXCLUDER, if the LACFCD determines, in its reasonable discretion, that removal of the TRASH EXCLUDER is necessary to prevent or mitigate flooding of any public or private property. LACFCD shall notify CITY of removal as soon as possible upon identification of a potential flooding issue and preferably before removal if feasible. CITY expressly releases the LACFCD from, and waives, all claims for any damages, loss, costs, or expenses resulting from the LACFCD'S removal of any TRASH EXCLUDER pursuant to this section.
In such case, CITY may thereafter reinstall the TRASH EXCLUDER only after first consulting with the LACFCD with regards to the reasons for the removal. If CITY thereafter chooses to reinstall the TRASH EXCLUDER, it must do so at its sole expense.
g. This AGREEMENT may be modified only by the mutual written consent of both parties.
h. This AGREEMENT contains the complete and final understanding of the parties in connection with the subject matter herein and shall supersede any and all previous contemporaneous oral or written agreements between the parties regarding said subject matter.
i. The provisions of this AGREEMENT shall be interpreted and enforced pursuant to the laws of the State of California.
j. Any correspondence, communication, or contact concerning this AGREEMENT, shall be directed to the following:
CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS:Attn:
Director of Public Works
Santa Fe Springs City Hall
11710 E. Telegraph Road
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Telephone: (562) 868-0511
With Copy to:
Olivarez Madruga Law Organization, LLP
500 S. Grand Avenue, 12th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90071
Attn: Paloma McEvoy, Assistant City Attorney
Telephone: (213) 744-0099
Los Angeles County Flood Control District
Los Angeles County Public Works
Stormwater Planning Division, 11th Floor
900 South Fremont Avenue
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Alhambra, CA 91803-1331
Attention: Assistant Deputy Director
Phone No.: (626) 458-4300
Fax: (626) 458-1526
For emergencies, contact 626-458-HELP (4337)
The parties hereto have caused this AGREEMENT to be duly executed by their respective duly authorized officers on the dates indicated below.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY FLOOD
CONTROL DISTRICT,
a body corporate and politic
By _____________________________
Date: ____________________
Chief Engineer
City of Santa Fe Springs
By _____________________________ Date: ____________________ René Bobadilla, City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By _____________________________
Rick Olivarez, City Attorney
ITEM # 12
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: René Bobadilla, P.E., City Manager
BY: Arlene Salazar, Director of Police & Community Services SUBJECT: CITYWIDE BRANDING IMPLEMENTATION – PHASE I APPROPRIATION REQUEST DATE: March 3, 2026
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve a Phase I budget appropriation in the amount of $800,000 to support the initial citywide implementation of the City’s new brand identity and visual system; and
2. Authorize the establishment of a Citywide Branding Account to allocate funds; and
3. Appropriate a total of $650,000 for street related branding; 20% ($130,000) in the General Fund Public Works Streets Account 10432001 and 80% ($520,000) in Measure SFS Funds; and
4. Appropriate $150,000 in the General Fund to the Citywide Branding Account; and
5. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
FISCAL IMPACT
The total anticipated cost to implement Phase I of the Citywide Branding Initiative is $800,000. This funding will support the initial rollout of the City’s new brand identity and visual system, including high-visibility street-related branding, facility enhancements, fleet applications, and civic materials designed to ensure consistent and cohesive citywide implementation.
Of the total amount:
• $650,000 is designated for street-related branding improvements. This allocation will be funded with 20% ($130,000) from the General Fund – Public Works Streets Account 10432001 and 80% ($520,000) from Measure SFS Funds, reflecting the capital nature of improvements such as approximately 1,100 street name sign blades, 180 illuminated and reflective arterial signage, and related infrastructure enhancements that provide long-term community benefit.
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• $150,000 will be appropriated from the General Fund to establish a new Citywide Branding Account, which will support non-street branding elements including facility treatments, branded materials, and other implementation components as reflected below:
Category Description / Items Included Total Cost
Uniforms – Citywide
Order
T-Shirts (FT: 1 each / PT: 2 each); Polo – Black (1
per staff); Polo – Grey (1 per staff) $38,000
Canopies General Use; Volunteer Events $6,000
Tablecloths 8’ Black (6); 8’ White (6) $1,800
Feather Flags Branded Flags in City Colors (Grey, Light Blue, Dark Blue) $1,500
Promotional Items
(Examples – final
items TBD)
Tote Bags (Black); Acrylic Cup w/ Straw;
Industrial Key Chain; Cooling Towel; Lanyards;
Mug; Carabiner Charging Cable
$10,300
Entry Door Wraps GVNC; City Hall; Library; TCH $18,500
Podium Signs GVNC; City Hall; TCH $900
Online Store
Merchandise
(Startup Inventory)
T-Shirt; Hoodie; Canvas Bag; Plushy; Water Bottle;
Mug $9,000
Street Banners 72” x 30” Light Pole Banners (50) $10,000 Large Signage City Hall Exterior Signage; City Hall Lobby Treatment; Digital Reader Board Signage $24,000
Vehicle Branding DAR Cutaway Wraps; Vehicle Magnets $12,000 TCH Plaza Stage Wrap $18,000
TOTAL – PHASE I $150,000
The proposed funding structure aligns appropriate revenue sources with eligible expenditures and reflects the infrastructure-focused nature of the majority of Phase I improvements. Expenditures will be phased based on production and installation timelines. No significant ongoing operational impacts are anticipated beyond routine maintenance and replacement as needed.
BACKGROUND
In December 2025, the City unveiled its new brand identity centered on the themes of Forward and Community, unified under the message “Springs Forward.” The updated visual system modernizes the City’s appearance while reinforcing civic pride, consistency, and professionalism across all departments.
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With the brand now established, the City is entering the physical implementation stage. A phased rollout ensures that high-visibility and infrastructure-based applications are prioritized first, creating immediate and measurable public impact while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
ANALYSIS
Phase I focuses on highly visible citywide applications that reinforce the new identity across facilities, public spaces, streets, and mobile assets. This includes branded civic event materials such as canopies, tablecloths, flags, street banners, and stage wraps at Town Center Hall Plaza. Window decals, podium signage, promotional giveaways, uniforms, and pop-up merchandise materials will ensure consistency at public meetings, community events, and outreach initiatives.
Facility enhancements will include City Hall lobby brand treatments, updated flyer display systems, exterior logo installation at City Hall, logo installation on the reader board near the Fire Station, and facility wraps at the Gus Velasco Neighborhood Center. These improvements create immediate visual alignment at key civic locations and reinforce a unified municipal presence.
Fleet visibility will also be enhanced through Dial-A-Ride bus and van wraps, with staff evaluating the potential use of fleet magnets for other City vehicles where operationally appropriate. Increasing brand visibility across City vehicles extends the City’s presence into neighborhoods and regional corridors.
A significant portion of Phase I includes infrastructure-based improvements through a comprehensive street name branding program. This includes the production and installation of approximately 1,100 street blade signs for residential and commercial streets with updated hardware, as well as approximately 180 overhead illuminated and reflective street name signs for arterial corridors. These upgrades not only support the City’s visual identity but also enhance public safety, visibility, and long-term durability. Because these elements constitute infrastructure improvements with multi-year lifespan value, they align with Measure SFS funding priorities.
Collectively, Phase I establishes a strong visual foundation across Santa Fe Springs and ensures that the City does not operate under mixed branding during this transition period.
Phase II of the Citywide Branding Implementation will focus on the design, fabrication, and installation of new monument signage and comprehensive wayfinding signage throughout the City.
This next phase will enhance navigability, reinforce brand consistency across key corridors and CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF MARCH 3, 2026
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ITEM STATUS:
APPROVED: ☐
DENIED: ☐
TABLED: ☐
DIRECTION GIVEN: ☐
____________________________
City Clerk, Maribel Garcia
facilities, and further establish a cohesive visual identity communitywide. Funding for Phase II is anticipated to be included as part of the proposed FY 2026–27 Budget for City Council consideration.
ENVIRONMENTAL
N/A
DISCUSSION
N/A
SUMMARY/NEXT STEPS
Approval of this appropriation will allow staff to finalize vendor coordination, confirm production timelines, and begin phased installation of high-priority infrastructure and facility elements. Street signage and arterial improvements will be prioritized to maximize safety and visibility benefits, followed by facility and event-related materials.
Phase I represents the foundational step in implementing the City’s new brand across physical assets.
Future phases will address remaining departmental materials, legacy conversions, and continued systemwide alignment.
Staff recommends approval of the $800,000 Phase I appropriation to advance citywide implementation of the Santa Fe Springs brand and continue moving the City forward under a unified and modern identity.
ATTACHMENT(S):
A. Phase I Renderings
Note: All renderings are for visualization purposes only.
Final production may vary.
EXHIBIT A
Note: All renderings are for visualization purposes only.
Final production may vary.
Note: All renderings are for visualization purposes only.
Final production may vary.
Note: All renderings are for visualization purposes only.
Final production may vary.
ITEM # 13
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: René Bobadilla, P.E., City Manager
BY: Arlene Salazar, Director of Police & Community Services SUBJECT: GUS VELASCO NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER AMENITY ENHANCEMENTS DATE: March 3, 2026
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Authorize an allocation in the amount of $208,000 to implement facility, security, and programmatic enhancements at the Gus Velasco Neighborhood Center (GVNC) to increase safety, improve operational efficiency, and expand multi-generational community use; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute any and all agreements, contracts for professional and contracted services, purchase orders, and related documents necessary to procure equipment, furnishings, materials, supplies, and services required for the implementation of the Gus Velasco Neighborhood Center (GVNC) Amenity Enhancements; and
3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
FISCAL IMPACT
Funding for some of the GVNC Amenity Enhancements Project is included in the Fiscal Year 2025– 2026 Community Services Budget. The total project cost is not-to-exceed $252,000, consistent with available and proposed appropriated funds within the Community Services Administration budget.
The most critical components of the project will begin immediately upon City Council approval utilizing existing FY 2025–2026 funds. Staff is requesting authorization of an additional General Fund allocation of $208,000 to the Community Services Administration Account No. 10105199, across various object codes, for the purchase of supplies, equipment, and contracted services necessary to complete implementation. Staff will work with Finance staff to identify appropriate object codes and allocate funding in the total of $208,000. Below is a list of proposed costs by area:
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Any remaining minor project needs are anticipated to be negligible and will be incorporated into the Fiscal Year 2026–2027 budget request. The project will be funded through existing General Fund appropriations allocated to Community Services, with no additional impact beyond the requested authorization.
BACKGROUND
The GVNC was originally constructed and dedicated in 1969. At the time it was known simply as the “Neighborhood Center”. The Center was renamed in honor of the esteemed City employee, resident, and social services advocate Gustavo Velasco in November 2012 upon completion of a major structural renovation and modernization project.
While the renovation expanded room capacity and improved functionality at the time, the building’s configuration and amenities no longer fully meet the evolving needs of the community. Currently, the Center functions primarily as a Senior Center with occasional community rentals and special program use. Evening and weekend activation remains very limited, and several spaces are underutilized or configured inefficiently. This lack of use is evidenced in its annual visitation trend where the GVNC has experienced a steady decline in overall visitation over the past several fiscal years, based upon foot traffic analytics provided through Placer.ai.
Improvement Category Amount ($)
Parking Lot Improvements $9,000
General / Other Improvements (Electrical/Digital Signage) $25,005 Meeting Room 1 (Passive Recreation Conversion) $21,390
Meeting Room 2 (New Indoor/Outdoor Fitness Areas) $95,845 Fitness Room (Boutique Conversion) $14,400
Hallway Improvements (Coffee Station & Seating) $12,000 South Lobby Improvements (Partition& Signage) $1,920
Garden & Entrance Improvements (Pioneer Blvd. Side) $10,200 Computer Lab (Billiards Room Conversion) $18,240
Total $208,000
Fiscal Year Total Visitors Change from
Prior Year % Change
FY 2022–23 41,156 — —
FY 2023–24 40,702 -454 -1.1%
FY 2024–25 38,046 -2,656 -6.5%
FY 2025–26 (Projected) 35,000 -3,046 -8.0%
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ANALYSIS
Recent demographic data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (ACS) 2019– 2023 5-Year Estimates show that approximately one-third of Santa Fe Springs residents are age 50 and older, with roughly 16% age 65+. Regional projections from the California Department of Finance and the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) indicate that the older adult population across Los Angeles County will continue to grow over the next five years, even as overall population growth remains relatively flat. These trends suggest that demand for senior programming, wellness services, and accessible, engaging community spaces in Santa Fe Springs are expected to increase in the coming years.
At the same time, GVNC visitation has steadily declined over the past several fiscal years, with an overall reduction of approximately 6,156 visitors (about 15%) from FY 2022–23 to the projected FY 2025–26 numbers. This contrast—an aging population alongside declining Center usage—highlights the need to modernize facility amenities, better align programming with current community interests, and more effectively activate underutilized spaces within the Center.
Nationally, senior centers are evolving beyond traditional daytime programming models to become dynamic community hubs serving residents of all ages. Best practices emphasize intergenerational activities, lifelong learning, health and wellness programming, and flexible space design. Modernized facilities often provide structured senior services during peak daytime hours—such as congregate meals, fitness classes, health screenings, and social clubs—while transitioning in the afternoons, evenings, and weekends into multi-purpose spaces that host youth programs, family events, cultural activities, and community meetings.
By adopting this dual-purpose, flexible model, GVNC can increase overall utilization, strengthen intergenerational connections, and ensure the facility remains active and relevant throughout the week. Enhancements such as adaptable furnishings, updated technology infrastructure, and inclusive programming schedules will position the Center as a vibrant community anchor that supports social engagement, wellness, and connection for Santa Fe Springs residents of all ages.
ENVIRONMENTAL
These amenity enhancements do not constitute a capital improvement or structural expansion project and therefore are not subject to environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines §15301 (Class 1 – Existing Facilities) and §15061(b)(3) (Common Sense Exemption), minor interior alterations, equipment installation, and negligible expansions of use that do not result in a significant environmental impact are categorically exempt. As this proposal focuses on amenity upgrades and operational improvements within an existing facility, CEQA review does not apply.
DISCUSSION
City staff are proactively addressing the steady decline in visitation by enhancing programming, modernization of amenities, and reconfiguring underutilized spaces to better align with current community needs. Programs are being evaluated to ensure they are needed, not duplicative of partner CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF MARCH 3, 2026
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services, and delivered efficiently with appropriate use of staff time, equipment, and facility space. By aligning program size with room capacity and demand, the City can better activate and maximize every area within the Center.
Rather than pursuing costly structural renovations, staff are proposing targeted amenity enhancements that modernize the facility, improve safety, and optimize existing space without the expense and disruption of major reconstruction. All furnishings and equipment will be selected with future transition planning in mind so they can be transferred to the future Senior Center facility, ensuring long-term fiscal responsibility and continued value of this investment.
Collectively, the proposed enhancements will reposition the GVNC as a more secure, welcoming, and adaptable multi-generational hub. Improvements focus on increasing evening and weekend activation, modernizing recreation spaces, enhancing outdoor usability, improving parking and wayfinding clarity, and strengthening operational efficiency and customer service (Exhibit A).
Key improvements include:
Parking Lot & Exterior Enhancements
Current parking configuration does not include a designated drop-off/pick-up area, resulting in congestion during peak program hours and limiting safe passenger loading and unloading. This condition increases pedestrian and vehicle conflicts, particularly for seniors, individuals with mobility challenges, and families with children.
To address these concerns, proposed parking lot improvements are designed to increase safety, improve circulation, and strengthen enforcement. Enhancements include the creation of a large, clearly marked drop-off/pick-up zone, installation of upgraded LED and safety lighting, ADA accessibility enhancements, updated ADA and parking enforcement signage, Veterans Parking designation, and relocation or removal of outdated signage. Establishing a defined loading and unloading area will significantly improve traffic flow, enhance safety, and create a more accessible and user-friendly arrival experience for all visitors (Exhibit A – pg. 2).
Lobby, Entry, and Hallway Reconfiguration
Currently, the facility operates with two patron entry points, which decreases overall security, creates confusion for visitors, and requires additional staff oversight to monitor both access areas. The proposed reconfiguration will consolidate public access to the south-facing entrance—currently utilized as the “Senior Center” entry—allowing for improved supervision, clearer wayfinding, and more efficient staffing deployment (Exhibit A – pgs. 3 - 4).
Enhancements will include updated digital displays and directional signage, counter panel upgrades, paint touch-ups, and furniture reconfiguration to improve flow, functionality, and overall professionalism of the main entry experience (Exhibit A – pg. 5). In addition, a permanent coffee and water station will be installed in the hallway near the existing roll-up window to the small kitchen area, along with added seating to create a designated socialization space (Exhibit A – pgs. 6 - 8).
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Currently, a coffee machine on a cart is wheeled into the lobby for the congregate meal program, making coffee unavailable to visitors during certain periods of the day. Establishing a permanent beverage station will ensure coffee and water remain consistently accessible throughout operational hours, enhance visitor comfort, encourage informal gathering, and allow the mobile coffee cart to remain within the congregate meal area or be utilized elsewhere as needed.
Courtyard & Outdoor Garden Activation
North and south courtyards will be enhanced with café lighting, new planters, refinished seating, and general beautification to encourage increased outdoor use and extended activation throughout operational hours. These improvements will support passive recreation, small group programming, and informal community gatherings (Exhibit A – pgs. 9 – 10).
In addition, the garden area will be renovated through a generous donation from a private company to install cement pads in designated locations to accommodate outdoor chess and card tables. The new cement improvements will also address existing uneven decomposed granite pathways, improving accessibility and safety. A new gate will be installed along the east side of the complex to provide direct access between the GVNC and the garden during all hours the facility is open. Currently, the garden is only accessible with staff assistance and is primarily utilized for a two-hour gardening class each Monday. By creating open access to the garden, patrons will have additional opportunities for passive recreation and outdoor engagement throughout the week. (Exhibit A – pgs. 11 - 12).
Billiards and Passive Recreation Addition
Several rooms will be repurposed to better support multi-generational programming and improve overall space utilization. The current computer room will be converted into a dedicated billiards room with two tables, as usage data indicates that 13 computer stations are not necessary to meet demand (Exhibit A – pg. 13). Six computer stations will be relocated to Meeting Room 1, which will be enhanced as a passive recreation room featuring card tables, a television screen, and flexible seating to support games such as cards, lotería, and other social activities (Exhibit A – pg. 14). The remaining computer stations will be transferred to replace outdated equipment at the Library, maximizing the value of existing assets.
Currently, when the congregate meal program, bingo, or other large programs occupy the Center’s two primary rooms, patrons seeking passive recreation have limited options and are often forced to leave or wait outside during inclement weather. The creation of a designated passive recreation space will provide a consistent indoor area for continued socialization, reduce congestion in larger program rooms, and better distribute activity throughout the facility.
Boutique and Pantry Reconfiguration
The current Food Pantry program provides food, clothing, and hygiene items to residents in need.
However, the existing pantry space is extremely limited, overcrowded with clothing inventory, and presents potential safety concerns due to unstable shelving and stacked canned goods that could shift during seismic activity.
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To improve safety, organization, and service delivery, it is proposed that food storage operations be relocated to the small kitchen area at the GVNC. This reconfiguration will allow patrons to once again “shop” for food items in a more accessible and dignified setting. Improvements to this space will include the addition of a commercial-grade refrigerator to expand refrigerated food capacity, along with upgraded shelving systems to safely and efficiently store both dry and perishable goods.
Clothing inventory will be relocated to the former fitness room to establish a dedicated year-round Boutique space. This enhancement will allow patrons to browse and select clothing items as needed throughout the year, rather than limiting access to seasonal “Spring” or “Back-to-School” boutique events. Creating distinct and visible spaces for both programs will increase accessibility, improve organization, and support residents with dignity and respect (Exhibit A – pg. 15).
The existing pantry room will be repurposed as a small meeting room utilizing furniture previously housed in Meeting Room 1. This new meeting space will provide direct access to the parking lot, allowing community groups—such as Scout troops and similar organizations—to meet without requiring full building access. This configuration will reduce staffing demands while offering convenient loading and unloading access for participants.
Fitness Space Modernization
The current fitness equipment—purchased during the 2012 renovation—is now over 13 years old and well beyond its typical maximum useful life of approximately 5-10 years. The equipment is bulky, outdated, and increasingly prone to mechanical breakdowns, resulting in higher maintenance needs and limited reliability for users. As part of the modernization effort, all new fitness equipment will be purchased to create a safer, more functional, and contemporary wellness environment.
The new equipment will be relocated to Meeting Room 2 to allow for reconfiguration of the primary fitness area and improved layout efficiency. The upgraded fitness space will feature modern, spaceefficient equipment better aligned with current wellness trends and user demand (Exhibit A – pg. 16).
In addition, four ADA-accessible outdoor workout stations will be installed along the exterior hallway between Meeting Room 2 and the Ontiveros Room. These outdoor stations will expand access to fitness opportunities, reduce congestion indoors, support fresh-air wellness activities, and provide inclusive equipment options that accommodate users of varying abilities. Together, these improvements will enhance overall capacity, improve reliability, and promote year-round health and wellness programming at the Center (Exhibit A – pgs. 17 - 18).
Miscellaneous & Administrative Improvements
Additional improvements include converting the current north entrance into a staff-only access point, creating a more centralized and efficient administrative area with two new staff workstations.
Currently, staff workstations, a copier, and file storage are located in a narrow hallway in the northeast corner of the GVNC. This configuration is compact, inefficient, and presents a safety concern by partially obstructing ingress and egress pathways. The proposed plan will relocate the copier to the CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF MARCH 3, 2026
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ITEM STATUS:
APPROVED: ☐
DENIED: ☐
TABLED: ☐
DIRECTION GIVEN: ☐
____________________________
City Clerk, Maribel Garcia
existing north lobby area and establish a properly configured administrative workspace that improves staff safety, organization, and operational efficiency (Exhibit A – pg. 19).
Minor electrical modifications will also be completed to support new digital signage, display screens, and the relocation of fitness equipment, ensuring adequate power access, safe operation, and proper integration of technology upgrades throughout the facility.
SUMMARY/NEXT STEPS
Approval of this funding request will allow staff to move forward with implementation of the proposed enhanced amenity improvements and ensure the Gus Velasco Neighborhood Center better serves Santa Fe Springs residents both now and in the future.
Staff recommends approval of the proposed funding allocation to proceed with targeted amenity upgrades which prioritizes safety, operational efficiency, space optimization, and modernization while maintaining fiscal responsibility and preserving flexibility for a future Senior Center facility.
Upon City Council approval, staff will finalize procurement of equipment and materials, coordinate minor electrical and site improvements, and phase implementation to minimize disruption to ongoing programs. Improvements will be prioritized based on safety, operational impact, and program activation, with the goal of increasing utilization and repositioning the Center as a more secure, adaptable, and vibrant multi-generational community hub.
ATTACHMENT(S):
A. GVNC Amenity Enhancement Renderings
EXHIBIT A
Note: All renderings are conceptual and for illustrative purposes only. Final design, materials, and features may vary.
ITEM # 14
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: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS AUTHORIZING JOINT APPLICATION TO AND PARTICIPATION IN THE HOMEKEY+
PROGRAM
DATE: March 3, 2026
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 10001 to authorize submission of a joint application (“Joint Application”) to the California Department of Housing and Community Development for Homekey+ grant funds in an amount not to exceed $21,193,478; and
2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the Joint Application, the Standard Agreement (if awarded) in an amount not to exceed $21,193,478, and all ancillary documents required to secure and administer the grant funds; and
3. Direct staff to undertake all actions necessary to implement the Homekey+ award, if received, and to return to the City Council with any future agreements, appropriations, or project-related approvals as required; and
4. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
FISCAL IMPACT
Approval of the resolution does not commit the City’s General Fund to a direct financial obligation at this time. The Joint Application requests Homekey+ grant funding in an amount not to exceed $21,193,478. If awarded, the City would enter into a Standard Agreement with HCD in an amount not to exceed $21,193,478, inclusive of eligible project and related costs as defined by the program guidelines.
Any awarded funds would be restricted to allowable expenditures and activities identified in the Standard Agreement and incorporated Joint Application. City staff will ensure compliance with all grant requirements, reporting obligations, and timelines. Any future fiscal commitments, if required, would be brought before the City Council for separate consideration.
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BACKGROUND
HOMEKEY+ PROGRAM
On November 26, 2024, the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) released a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for the Homekey+ Program, pursuant to Health and Safety Code Sections 50675.1.3 and 50675.1.5, Welfare and Institutions Code Sections 14184.402 and 5891.5, and related State budget acts supporting the Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) Program. The Homekey+ Program provides grant funding to local public entities to develop permanent supportive housing and other housing interventions for individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness, including those with behavioral health needs.
The City of Santa Fe Springs proposes to submit a Joint Application with Affordable Living for the Aging, Primestor Development, LLC, and Santa Fe Springs Village, LP for Homekey+ funds in an amount not to exceed $21,193,478. If awarded, the City would enter into a Standard Agreement with HCD in an amount not to exceed $21,193,478 and execute all required program documents. Approval of the proposed resolution authorizes the City to participate as a joint applicant and to execute all necessary agreements and related documents required to secure and administer the grant funding.
APPROVED HOUSING PROJECT
Between July 2022 and October 2025, the developer, Primestor Development, LLC, advanced a proposed housing development project located in the City of Santa Fe Springs at a portion of the larger 11330-11350 E. Washington Blvd. property located at 8023 Broadway Avenue (the “Property”) through multiple design iterations pursuant to the State’s streamlined ministerial review process under Senate Bill 35 (SB 35). Through this process, the developer submitted and received approval for successive refinements to the site plan, architectural elevations, and unit mix in compliance with objective development standards and applicable State housing law. The streamlined review provided for ministerial approval without discretionary review, consistent with SB 35 requirements.
The currently approved design consists of 88 total Single-Room Occupancy (SRO) residential units, including 87 income-restricted SRO units and one on-site manager unit. The SRO configuration is intended to efficiently deliver permanent supportive housing opportunities while maximizing affordability and service integration. Of the total units, 42 SRO units will be reserved for homeless veterans, and 45 SRO units will be reserved for homeless and chronically homeless seniors aged 55 and older. The development is structured to provide permanent supportive housing consistent with State housing policy objectives and funding priorities associated with the Homekey+ Program and related homelessness programs.
ANALYSIS
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF MARCH 3, 2026
A Resolution Authorizing Joint Application to and Participation in the Homekey+ Program
The Homekey+ Program provides a competitive funding opportunity for local jurisdictions to expand permanent supportive housing and address homelessness, including individuals with behavioral health needs. Participation as a joint applicant allows the City to leverage State resources to support housing development without requiring an immediate commitment of local General Fund dollars. The proposed resolution is administrative in nature and authorizes the submission of the Joint Application and execution of required grant documents if awarded. Approval positions the City to compete for up to $21,193,478 in grant funding while maintaining flexibility to review and approve any subsequent project-level agreements or financial commitments at a later date.
ENVIRONMENTAL
The Joint Application and acceptance of grant funds by the City does not constitute a “project” within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) (Pub. Res. Code § 21000 et seq.) and as defined by CEQA Guidelines (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 14, § 15000 et seq.) Section 15378(b)(4).
The underlying housing development was previously ministerially approved pursuant to Government Code Section 65913.4 (“SB 35”) to provide 88 housing units at the Property, and was not subject to environmental review pursuant to CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15268. The application and acceptance of grant funds does not commit the City to any discretionary action or any new or additional development, construction, or physical change to the environment. The acceptance of Homekey+ funds does not alter, expand, or modify the previously approved ministerial housing development project. Therefore, because the underlying project was ministerially approved and exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15268, and the acceptance of grant funds is not a “project” under CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b0(4), no further action is required under CEQA.
If the proposed housing development proceeds following a funding award, appropriate environmental review under CEQA will be conducted at the time specific project entitlements or approvals are requested.
DISCUSSION
The Joint Application reflects a collaborative partnership between the City and experienced development and housing entities to pursue State funding administered by the California Department of Housing and Community Development. If awarded, the Homekey+ funds would support the development of housing consistent with State program objectives and local efforts to address homelessness and supportive housing needs.
SUMMARY/NEXT STEPS
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the resolution authorizing submission of a Homekey+ Program Joint Application and execution of related agreements if funds are awarded. Upon Council approval, staff will coordinate with the co-applicants to finalize and submit the Joint Application to HCD in accordance with the NOFA requirements.
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF MARCH 3, 2026
A Resolution Authorizing Joint Application to and Participation in the Homekey+ Program
ITEM STATUS:
APPROVED: ☐
DENIED: ☐
TABLED: ☐
DIRECTION GIVEN: ☐
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City Clerk, Maribel Garcia
If the Project is selected for funding, staff will return to the City Council, as necessary, for any subsequent Project approvals, agreements, or environmental determinations required to implement the development.
ATTACHMENT(S):
A. Resolution No. 10001
APPROVED:
ITEM NO.:
RESOLUTION NO. 10001
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS AUTHORIZING JOINT APPLICATION TO AND PARTICIPATION IN THE HOMEKEY+
PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD”) has issued a Notice of Funding Availability, dated November 26, 2024 (“NOFA”), for the Homekey+ Program (“Homekey+” or “Program”). HCD has issued the NOFA for Homekey+ grant funds pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 50675.1.3 (Assem.
Bill No. 140 (2021-2022 Reg. Sess.), § 20.); Health and Safety Code Section 50675.1.5 (Assem. Bill No. 531 (2023-2024 Reg. Sess.); Section 14184.402 of the Welfare and Institutions Code; Section 5891.5 of the Welfare and Institutions Code; and Round 5 and 6 of the Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) grant program. (Assem.
Bill No. 129 (Chapter 40, Statutes 2023) and Assem. Bill No. 166 (Chapter 48, Statutes 2024), respectively
WHEREAS, CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS (“Applicant”) desires to jointly apply for Homekey+ grant funds with Affordable Living for the Aging (Co-App1), Primestor Development, LLC (Co-App2), and Santa Fe Springs Village, LP (Co-App3). Therefore, Applicant is joining Affordable Living for the Aging (Co-App1), Primestor Development, LLC (Co-App2), and Santa Fe Springs Village, LP (Co-App3) in the submittal of an application for Homekey+ funds (“Application”) to HCD for review and consideration.
WHEREAS, HCD is authorized to administer Homekey+ pursuant to the Multifamily Housing Program (Chapter 6.7 (commencing with Section 50675) of Part 2 of Division 31 of the Health and Safety Code. Homekey+ funding allocations are subject to the terms and conditions of the NOFA, the Application, the HCD-approved STD 213, Standard Agreement (“Standard Agreement”), and all other legal requirements of the Homekey+ Program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that:
1. CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS is hereby authorized and directed to submit a joint Application to HCD in response to the NOFA, and to jointly apply for Homekey+ grant funds in a total amount not to exceed $21,193,478.
2. If the Application is approved, CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS is hereby authorized and directed to enter into, execute, and deliver a Standard Agreement in a total amount not to exceed $21,193,478, any and all other documents required or deemed necessary or appropriate to secure the Homekey+ funds from HCD and to participate in the Homekey+ Program, and all amendments thereto (collectively, the “Homekey+ Documents”).
3. CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS acknowledges and agrees that it shall be subject to the terms and conditions specified in the Standard Agreement, and that the NOFA APPROVED:
ITEM NO.:
2 and Application will be incorporated in the Standard Agreement by reference and made a part thereof. Any and all activities, expenditures, information, and timelines represented in the Application are enforceable through the Standard Agreement.
Funds are to be used for the allowable expenditures and activities identified in the Standard Agreement.
4. René Bobadilla, City Manager, or his or her designee, is authorized to execute the Application and the Homekey+ Documents on behalf of CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS for participation in the Homekey+ Program.
APPROVED and ADOPTED this 3rd day of March, 2026, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
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Joe Angel Zamora, Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________
Maribel Garcia, City Clerk
ITEM # 15
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: AWARD OF CONTRACTS – ON-CALL PETROLEUM ENGINEERING SERVICES (RFQUAL NO. 26-2)
DATE: March 3, 2026
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 10002 awarding Professional Services Agreements to Cornerstone Engineering, Inc. and PR Field Services, Inc., and authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to enter into and execute the Professional Services Agreements with Cornerstone Engineering, Inc. and PR Field Services, Inc.; and
2. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
FISCAL IMPACT
The proposed agreements will be on an as-needed, task order basis, with compensation based on approved hourly rates and negotiated scopes of work. Each proposal included a time and materials fee schedule, which was evaluated for reasonableness in the evaluation criteria.
Funding for petroleum engineering services will be allocated from the appropriate funds and accounts associated with oil well abandonment, environmental remediation, regulatory compliance, and related capital or operating projects, as applicable. There is no guarantee of a minimum amount of work. Expenditures will be incurred only upon issuance of City-approved work orders.
BACKGROUND
On December 4, 2025, the City of Santa Fe Springs (“City”) issued Request for Qualifications (RFQual) No. 26-2 seeking qualified firms to provide on-call petroleum engineering services. The RFQual was issued and administered in accordance with the City’s procurement policies and made available through the City’s PlanetBids portal.
The purpose of the RFQual was to establish a list of pre-qualified firms capable of providing technical petroleum engineering services on an as-needed basis. Services include, but are not limited to:
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Award of Contract – On-Call Petroleum Engineering Services (RFQual No. 26-2)
• Reservoir engineering studies and reserves evaluation; • Drilling, completion, and production engineering;
• Well integrity assessments and abandonment planning;
• Regulatory compliance support (including CalGEM and other applicable agencies); • Bid support and contractor selection assistance;
• Construction oversight and quality assurance during well abandonment; • Health, safety, and environmental (HSE) review; and
• Preparation of regulatory closure documentation.
The City received three Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) by the January 15, 2026 deadline. An evaluation panel reviewed and scored the submittals in accordance with the criteria outlined in the RFQual.
ANALYSIS
Proposals were evaluated by a review panel in accordance with the criteria established in RFQual No. 26-2, including: (1) Adherence to Scope of Work (30 points); (2) Proposed Approach and Work Plan (30 points); (3) Experience of Proposer and Project Personnel (20 points); and (4) Proposed Fees (20 points), for a total possible score of 100 points.
Following individual scoring and panel consensus, the firms were ranked as follows:
• Cornerstone Engineering, Inc. – 87 points
• PR Field Services, Inc. – 87 points
• Viswa/V-TIC – 40 points
The top-ranked firms demonstrated strong technical expertise in petroleum engineering, extensive experience with CalGEM regulatory compliance, well abandonment planning, and construction oversight, as well as competitive and reasonable fee schedules. Based on the evaluation results and qualitative review of the Statements of Qualifications, staff recommends establishing agreements with Cornerstone Engineering, Inc. and PR Field Services, Inc.
Establishing a pre-qualified on-call list provides the City with flexibility to assign work based on expertise, availability, and project-specific requirements. Task orders will be negotiated individually, allowing the City to control scope, schedule, and cost.
The agreements will be structured as professional services agreements with no guaranteed minimum compensation and will require compliance with the City’s insurance, indemnification, and federal funding provisions, if applicable. The RFQual requires each selected firm to execute a Professional Services Agreement, attached in substantial form to the RFQual and included herein as Attachment C.
ENVIRONMENTAL
The approval of on-call professional services agreements for petroleum engineering services is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF MARCH 3, 2026
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15378, as it constitutes an administrative action that does not have the potential for resulting in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment.
Future site-specific projects, including well abandonment or remediation activities, will undergo appropriate environmental review in accordance with CEQA prior to implementation.
DISCUSSION
The City is responsible for oversight of oil and gas wells that require ongoing technical evaluation, regulatory compliance, and, in certain cases, abandonment and closure.
Given the technical complexity and regulatory oversight associated with petroleum engineering and well abandonment activities, retaining qualified on-call engineering support is critical to:
• Ensuring compliance with California Geologic Energy Management Division (CalGEM) standards and other regulatory requirements;
• Protecting groundwater, soil, and air quality;
• Mitigating potential environmental and public safety risks; • Providing defensible cost estimates and oversight of abandonment contractors; and • Maintaining transparency with stakeholders and regulatory agencies.
Utilizing multiple firms reduces project delivery risk, enhances technical capacity, and provides competitive cost control when negotiating task-specific scopes of work.
SUMMARY/NEXT STEPS
Approval of the recommended action will:
• Establish a list of qualified petroleum engineering consultants; • Enable the City to promptly issue task orders for well evaluations, abandonment planning, regulatory reporting, and related services; and
• Support the City’s ongoing compliance, environmental protection, and risk management objectives.
Upon City Council approval, staff will:
1. Finalize and execute Professional Services Agreements with the selected firms;
2. Develop and issue task orders for priority well evaluations and abandonment projects; and
3. Return to City Council as necessary for additional appropriations or project-specific approvals.
ATTACHMENT(S):
A. Statement of Qualifications for Cornerstone Engineering, Inc.
B. Statement of Qualifications for PR Field Services, Inc.
C. Sample Professional Services Agreement
D. Resolution No. 10002
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ITEM STATUS:
APPROVED: ☐
DENIED: ☐
TABLED: ☐
DIRECTION GIVEN: ☐
____________________________
City Clerk, Maribel Garcia
661.325.9474
661.325.9474 5509 Young Street, Bakersfield, CA 93311 www.cornerstoneeng.com
Submittal of Qualifications for
On-Call Petroleum Engineering Services
Request for Qualifications No. 26 – 2
January 15, 2026
Cornerstone Engineering, Inc.
5509 Young Street
Bakersfield, CA 93311
(661) 325-9474
Shawn Kerns
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 661-623-7268
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City of Santa Fe Springs – Community Development January 15, 2026 Attn: Cuong Nguyen, Director
11710 Telegraph Road
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Subject: Proposal to Provide On-Call Petroleum Engineering Services Dear Mr. Nguyen:
Cornerstone Engineering, Inc. (“Cornerstone”) is pleased to submit this Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) in response to the City of Santa Fe Springs’ Request for Qualifications No. 26-2 for On-Call Petroleum Engineering Services (RFQual). We appreciate the opportunity to be considered and respectfully submit our qualifications for inclusion in the City’s pool of on-call professional petroleum engineering consultants.
“The City of Santa Fe Springs is a great place to live, work and play” reflects a community shaped by a long history of industry, innovation, and stewardship. That history, particularly the City’s role as one of Southern California’s significant historic oil-producing communities, aligns closely with Cornerstone’s experience supporting public agencies and private entities managing legacy petroleum assets in modern urban environments. Cornerstone would be honored to serve as the City’s trusted, independent petroleum engineering advisor.
Cornerstone is an experienced petroleum engineering and advisory firm that has supported public agencies and asset owners across California in addressing complex technical, regulatory, and safety challenges associated with oil and gas infrastructure. Our work focuses on providing defensible engineering guidance, regulatory compliance support, and practical solutions for legacy wells subject to evolving regulatory requirements and public scrutiny.
In addition to petroleum engineering services, Cornerstone brings complementary experience evaluating post-abandonment land use and reuse alternatives for former oilfield properties. This includes coordination with land development, environmental remediation, and infrastructure planning efforts. This broader perspective allows Cornerstone to support the City not only in safely retiring legacy wells, but also in considering future opportunities aligned with community goals, redevelopment priorities, and long-term economic vitality.
Understanding of the City and Scope of Services
Cornerstone understands that the City of Santa Fe Springs has a long and significant history of oil and gas development and now faces the complex responsibility of managing legacy petroleum assets within a highly developed urban environment. Many of these assets were drilled and operated under historical regulatory frameworks that differ substantially from current standards, requiring careful technical evaluation, regulatory coordination, and defensible engineering judgment.
The City seeks qualified petroleum engineering professionals to provide independent, on-call technical support on an as-needed basis. These services include petroleum engineering analysis, well integrity evaluation, regulatory compliance support, abandonment planning and oversight, contractor Proposal 25-45 2 | P a g e
procurement assistance, construction observation, health and safety review, reporting, and regulatory close-out documentation. Cornerstone understands these services must support the City’s obligations related to public safety, environmental protection, fiscal responsibility, regulatory compliance, and long-term land use considerations.
Summary of Key Elements of the Statement of Qualifications Cornerstone is an independent petroleum engineering and advisory firm with experience supporting public agencies and asset owners throughout California on projects involving legacy oil and gas infrastructure. The attached SOQ highlights the following key qualifications relevant to the City of Santa Fe Springs:
• Licensed Professional Engineers with experience in reservoir engineering, production engineering, well integrity assessment, and regulatory-compliant well abandonment planning; • Demonstrated experience supporting projects subject to California Geologic Energy Management Division (CalGEM) requirements, Air Quality Management District (AQMD) regulations, and applicable local ordinances;
• Proven capability evaluating legacy wells with incomplete or inconsistent historical records and developing risk-based, defensible engineering recommendations; • Experience supporting contractor procurement, bid review, and construction oversight in urban and constrained environments;
• A structured, step-by-step approach to on-call services emphasizing regulatory alignment, quality assurance/quality control, responsiveness, and clear documentation; • Complementary experience considering post-abandonment land use and reuse alternatives for former oilfield properties.
Cornerstone’s role is to serve as a trusted, independent technical advisor, providing objective engineering guidance and practical solutions that support informed City decision-making and withstand regulatory and public scrutiny.
Office Location and Contact Information
On-call petroleum engineering services for the City of Santa Fe Springs will be managed from Cornerstone’s primary office located at:
Cornerstone Engineering, Inc.
5509 Young Street
Bakersfield, California 93311
Telephone: (661) 325-9474
Cornerstone recognizes the value of in-person collaboration and site visits and is available to support the City on site as requested.
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Fee Validity
Cornerstone stipulates that the fees and hourly rates presented in the attached Statement of Qualifications shall remain valid for a minimum period of one (1) year from the date an agreement is executed with the City of Santa Fe Springs.
Authorization and Closing
Cornerstone is committed to providing responsive, high-quality professional services that support the City’s regulatory, operational, and community responsibilities. We would welcome the opportunity to serve the City of Santa Fe Springs as an on-call petroleum engineering consultant and trusted technical partner.
The undersigned is authorized to bind Cornerstone Engineering, Inc. Please do not hesitate to contact us should you have any questions or require additional information. We appreciate your consideration.
Sincerely,
Shawn Kerns
Managing Partner – Advisory Services
Cornerstone Engineering, Inc.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 661-623-7268
Alex Vigil
Managing Partner – Asset Retirement
Honey Rock Engineering, LLC.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 303-549-4809
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Table of Contents
Section 1 – Firm Background and Integrated Scope of Work.......................................................................5 Task Initiation and Data Review................................................................................................................6 Reservoir, Production, and Technical Evaluation......................................................................................7 Regulatory Compliance and Technical Guidance ......................................................................................7 Well File Review and Integrity Assessment...............................................................................................8 Abandonment Planning and Cost Development.......................................................................................9 Bid and Contractor Support ....................................................................................................................10 Construction Oversight and Quality Assurance ......................................................................................10 Health, Safety, and Environmental Review.............................................................................................12 Reporting, Documentation, and Close-Out.............................................................................................13 Community and Stakeholder Support.....................................................................................................14 Section 2 – Key Personnel & Staffing..........................................................................................................14 Section 3 – Relevant Experience and Expertise ..........................................................................................18 Representative Project Experience with References..............................................................................19 Additional Representative Experience ....................................................................................................21 Project tools, models, methods ..............................................................................................................21 Section 5 – Fee Schedules...........................................................................................................................22 Section 6 – Legal & Compliance..................................................................................................................22 Section 7 – Proposal Exceptions .................................................................................................................22 Section 8 – Conflicts of Interest..................................................................................................................22 Closing.........................................................................................................................................................23 Appendix Attachments
A. Resumes
B. Fee Schedule
C. WBE & Small Business Certifications
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Section 1 – Firm Background and Integrated Scope of
Work
Cornerstone is a California based team and has been an integral part of the business community since the 1970s. We are proud to rank among the larger engineering and surveying firms serving California today.
Our team offers top-tier petroleum engineers and regulatory experts along with land development resources to support the City of Santa Fe Springs’ diverse oilfield projects over the coming years.
Cornerstone is organized as a Certified Woman Owned Business and Small Business Enterprise - See Appendix C, with Christine Halley, PE, as Managing Partner. She is joined by Kent Halley, Alan Whitten, PE, LS, Eric Dhanens, Shawn Kerns, Rolf Scherer, and Derrill Whitten, PE, LS as partners. We have an unmatched passion to see our region succeed through innovation and collaboration with our partners and with the stakeholders we’re fortunate to call our friends and clients.
We are comprised of more than 80 professionals including our affiliate, Honey Rock Engineers & Advisors, LLC, (“Honey Rock”). With Cornerstone as the prime consultant, Honey Rock is our oilfield asset retirement arm specializing in petroleum engineering services and dedicated to delivering quality and cost-effective engineering design and solutions for well plug and abandonment, facilities decommissioning, and soil remediation in California’s challenging regulatory environment. Together, we honor your mission to improve quality of community life. Our goal is to collaborate closely with your city’s leadership and serve as a valued resource in managing regulatory compliance and technical guidance, well abandonment procedures, bid processes, construction oversight and quality assurance, HSE considerations, reporting, and supporting community engagement.
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Cornerstone understands the Scope of Work outlined in Section IV of the City’s RFQual and is qualified to provide on-call petroleum engineering and technical advisory services. As an independent technical advisor that does not perform drilling, workover, or abandonment construction, Cornerstone provides objective evaluations of reservoir performance, well integrity, abandonment methods, and contractor proposals consistent with the City’s oversight role. Cornerstone has experience with California Geologic Energy Management Division (CalGEM) requirements and related environmental and safety regulations, as well as legacy oil and gas assets in urban and environmentally constrained settings. Services are delivered through a structured project management approach aligned with the City’s work-order-based process to ensure regulatory compliance, technical consistency, and quality control.
Task Initiation and Data Review
For each work order, Cornerstone begins by coordinating with City staff to clearly define objectives, scope, schedule, regulatory context, and available information. This initial step establishes a common understanding of the assignment and provides the foundation for efficient execution, regulatory alignment, and risk management.
Task Coordination and Alignment
Task initiation activities may include:
• Confirmation of the City’s objectives, priorities, and desired outcomes; • Clarification of scope, schedule, and level of effort; • Identification of applicable federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, including CalGEM and other relevant agencies;
• Establishment of communication protocols and coordination needs.
Data Collection and Review
As part of task initiation, Cornerstone collects and reviews available information, which may include:
• Well files, drilling logs, and completion records;
• Production histories and inspection reports;
• Prior engineering studies, abandonment plans, and regulatory correspondence; • Identification of data gaps, uncertainties, or inconsistencies affecting the assignment.
This structured initiation process enables Cornerstone and the City to align expectations, identify potential risks early, and proceed efficiently with subsequent engineering, regulatory, or oversight activities.
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Reservoir, Production, and Technical Evaluation
Cornerstone will provide petroleum engineering analysis to support the City’s evaluation, planning, and decision-making needs related to legacy and active oil and gas assets. Analyses are tailored to the specific objectives of each work order and are performed in accordance with industry standards and regulatory expectations.
Engineering Analyses and Evaluations
Petroleum engineering analysis services may include:
• Reservoir engineering studies, including volumetric analysis, material balance, decline curve analysis, and simulation modeling;
• Production engineering review and performance evaluation to assess well or field behavior;
• Drilling, completion, and production design review or optimization, as applicable to the assignment;
• Reserves estimation and classification in accordance with recognized industry standards (e.g., SPE-PRMS);
• Economic evaluations, forecasting, and sensitivity analyses to support technical and financial decision-making.
Analytical results are documented clearly and presented in a manner suitable for City review, regulatory coordination, and long-term record retention.
Regulatory Compliance and Technical Guidance
Regulatory compliance services may include:
• Review of applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing oil and gas activities; • Evaluation of California Geologic Energy Management Division (CalGEM) standards, Air Quality Management District (AQMD) requirements, and applicable City ordinances; • Identification of regulatory expectations related to abandonment design, testing, documentation, and oversight.
Technical Guidance and Advisory Support
Cornerstone provides written technical guidance and advisory support to assist the City with regulatory compliance, which may include:
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• Advisory support related to environmental regulations governing groundwater protection, soil remediation, and air quality controls;
• Coordination of regulatory considerations with engineering analyses, abandonment planning, and reporting.
Regulatory guidance is documented clearly and integrated into project records to support City decisionmaking, regulatory coordination, and long-term compliance.
Well File Review and Integrity Assessment
Cornerstone conducts detailed well file and data reviews to assess well integrity, regulatory status, and risk, with particular focus on legacy wells that may have incomplete, inconsistent, or fragmented historical records. This review supports informed decision-making, prioritization, and development of appropriate remediation or abandonment strategies.
Well File and Data Review
Well file review and analysis may include:
• Review of historical drilling logs, completion reports, production records, and inspection data; • Evaluation of prior remedial actions, workovers, or partial plugging activities; • Identification of data gaps or uncertainties affecting integrity or regulatory compliance.
Well Integrity Evaluation
Integrity assessments may include:
• Evaluation of casing configurations and casing condition; • Review of cement records, cement bond logs, and other available integrity data; • Assessment of prior plugging or abandonment operations, if applicable; • Identification of potential pathways for gas or fluid migration.
Risk Identification and Prioritization
Based on available data, Cornerstone identifies and evaluates wells presenting elevated risk, which may include:
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• Regulatory risks related to incomplete documentation or non-conformance with current standards.
Cornerstone works with the City to prioritize wells requiring further investigation, remediation, or abandonment based on risk, regulatory drivers, and City objectives.
Legacy Well Context – City of Santa Fe Springs
Cornerstone recognizes the complexity of managing legacy wells in the City of Santa Fe Springs, which has a long history of oil and gas development. Publicly available CalGEM
WellSTAR data indicates that there are hundreds of active and idle wells in existence operated by multiple operators, with more than a thousand wells previously plugged and
abandoned. Many of these wells were drilled and/or
abandoned under regulatory standards that differ
significantly from current requirements. A high-level review of recently abandoned wells indicates average depths of 3000-5000 ft with multiple casing strings and historical perforations. These wells are a good representation of the deep, multi-string legacy construction practices for wells that are now aging and/or have compromised casing integrity with frequent obstructions and unstable fill challenges that must be addressed within the abandonment procedures and program.
Abandonment Planning and Cost Development
For wells identified for plug and abandonment, Cornerstone prepares well-specific plug and abandonment procedures and programs to support regulatory approval, safe execution, and long-term protection of public health, safety, and the environment.
Abandonment Program Development
Abandonment planning services may include:
• Development of recommended casing cut and removal depths and methods; • Design of cement plug placement intervals, volumes, and cement types appropriate to well conditions;
• Specification of pressure testing and verification protocols; • Preparation of engineering wellbore diagrams and schematics illustrating proposed abandonment methods;
• Development of well-specific abandonment cost estimates (AFEs) to support City budgeting and contractor procurement.
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Programs are written to be clear, conservative, and practical, minimizing ambiguity during construction and facilitating regulatory review. Cornerstone has experience designing and permitting plug and abandonment programs with CalGEM for wells across California, including legacy wells with incomplete records and complex subsurface conditions. This experience informs our approach to anticipating regulatory expectations, addressing data gaps, and preparing abandonment programs that support efficient approval and execution.
Legacy Wells and Land Use Considerations
Cornerstone recognizes that improper or incomplete abandonment can create long-term regulatory and land use constraints. Our abandonment planning approach considers not only immediate regulatory compliance, but also the importance of achieving a final well condition that supports future land use, redevelopment, or site reuse opportunities consistent with City objectives. These considerations are critical to reduce risk and avoid future development implications.
Bid and Contractor Support
Cornerstone provides technical advisory support to assist the City during contractor procurement and selection for plug and abandonment and related petroleum engineering work. These services are intended to support informed decision-making, regulatory compliance, and cost-effective execution, while preserving the City’s sole authority over procurement and award decisions.
Scope of Services
Procurement and selection support services may include:
• Assisting the City with preparation of technical specifications and bid documents, including requests for proposals or similar procurement materials; • Reviewing contractor proposals for technical completeness, constructability, and alignment with applicable regulatory requirements;
• Evaluating proposed costs and schedules for general reasonableness and feasibility based on industry practices and project conditions;
• Providing written technical observations and recommendations to support the City’s evaluation and selection process.
Role Clarification
Cornerstone’s role is advisory in nature. The firm does not participate in procurement decision-making, does not negotiate contracts on behalf of the City, and does not assume responsibility for contractor pricing, means and methods, or performance. All procurement decisions, contractor selection, and contract administration remain the sole responsibility of the City.
Construction Oversight and Quality Assurance
During plug and abandonment operations, Cornerstone, in coordination with the City and the selected abandonment contractor, will provide engineering and execution oversight services as requested, either on-site or remotely. Cornerstone’s oversight role is advisory and observational in nature and is intended to support the City’s oversight, coordination, and decision-making responsibilities.
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Cornerstone’s experience with plug and abandonment projects demonstrates that regular field observation and communication are critical to identifying constructability, regulatory, or sequencing issues early—before they impact schedule, cost, or regulatory compliance. As abandonment work progresses, Cornerstone may also identify opportunities to improve efficiency and coordination, which can result in positive schedule and cost outcomes for the City.
Oversight Activities
Engineering oversight activities may include:
• Field inspections, including inspection of exposed wells prior to construction; • Verification of casing removal, cement placement, and plug installation activities; • Witnessing mechanical integrity tests, pressure tests, and logging operations, as requested; • Documentation of daily activities and preparation of engineering observations; • Engineering sign-off at defined project milestones.
Well Site Manager Support (Optional)
To support oversight activities, Cornerstone can provide Well Site Manager support services on a timeand-materials basisthrough our trusted subconsultant Miocene Engineering . These services are intended to assist the City during plug and abandonment operations and do not include direction or control of contractor work.
Well Site Manager support may include:
• On-site presence during plug and abandonment operations to observe activities and support City oversight;
• Serving as a liaison between City representatives, regulatory agencies, and the abandonment contractor;
• Monitoring activities for general conformance with the approved plug and abandonment program, schedule, and plans provided by the City;
• Identifying and promptly communicating observed issues, risks, or deviations to City representatives;
• Providing input and recommendations to the City regarding progress, sequencing, and coordination, as requested;
• Supporting daily coordination meetings, toolbox talks, and operational briefings as a City representative;
• Preparing daily activity reports, logs, and field observations; • Escalating observed safety concerns, regulatory issues, or unexpected field conditions to the City in a timely manner;
• Supporting the City’s review of contractor documentation (e.g., daily reports and time logs) for informational purposes only.
Explicit Exclusions and Limitations
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Cornerstone’s role is strictly limited to engineering observation and advisory support. Specifically:
• Cornerstone will not direct, supervise, or control the abandonment contractor or its personnel;
• Cornerstone will not dictate or approve construction means, methods, procedures, or sequencing;
• Cornerstone will not assume responsibility for contractor performance, safety programs, or regulatory compliance;
• Cornerstone does not provide construction management, contractor supervision, or safety oversight services;
• Cornerstone does not perform abandonment operations, environmental remediation, hazardous materials handling, or well control services.
All operational decisions, abandonment methods, sequencing changes, and execution remain the sole responsibility of the City and the abandonment contractor.
Authority and Decision-Making
Cornerstone & subconsultant personnel are authorized to observe, document, report, recommend, and escalate issues to the City. Final decisions regarding abandonment operations, work stoppages, and changes to the abandonment program are made by the City or the abandonment contractor.
In the event of an immediate safety concern, Cornerstone personnel may request a temporary pause in work for safety reasons and will promptly notify the City.
Health, Safety, and Environmental Review
Cornerstone provides health, safety, and environmental (HSE) review services focused on protecting workers, the surrounding community, and the environment during petroleum engineering and well abandonment activities. Our approach emphasizes proactive risk identification, regulatory alignment, and clear technical guidance appropriate for public-agency oversight.
Worker and Community Safety
Cornerstone advises the City on industry best practices for worker and public safety during abandonment operations, particularly in urban or constrained environments. Services may include:
• Review of proposed work methods, site controls, and sequencing; • Identification of potential worker or public safety concerns; • Recommendation of appropriate mitigation measures to reduce safety risks; • Advisory support consistent with the City’s role as an oversight authority rather than a construction contractor.
Air, Noise, and Vibration Controls
Cornerstone reviews proposed monitoring and control measures to assess consistency with regulatory requirements and best practices, including:
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• Evaluation of noise and vibration control approaches; • Advisory input on adequacy of controls to minimize impacts to nearby residents, businesses, and public infrastructure.
Environmental Risk Mitigation
Cornerstone evaluates potential environmental risks associated with abandonment activities and provides advisory support, which may include:
• Identification of potential risks related to gas releases, fluid migration, or accidental spills; • Review of proposed mitigation and response measures;
• Recommendations to reduce the likelihood and consequences of unintended releases; • Advisory input related to groundwater protection and air quality compliance.
Documentation and Coordination
HSE-related observations and recommendations are documented and coordinated with City staff and other technical reviews. This may include:
• Integration of HSE observations into engineering oversight and reporting; • Preparation of clear, defensible documentation to support City decision-making; • Coordination with regulatory and technical requirements as part of the project record.
Reporting, Documentation, and Close-Out
Cornerstone prepares clear, complete, and defensible reporting and documentation for all petroleum engineering and well abandonment assignments in alignment with regulatory expectations. We recognize that final reports and closure records serve not only as regulatory submittals, but also as permanent public records supporting City oversight, audits, and long-term asset management.
Final Abandonment Reports
Cornerstone prepares final abandonment reports suitable for submission to the California Geologic Energy Management Division (CalGEM) and other applicable regulatory agencies. Reports are prepared in accordance with current regulatory standards and document the approved abandonment procedures, field execution, testing, and verification activities, including any field-approved modifications. Our reporting approach is intended to minimize regulatory comments and support timely project close-out.
Comprehensive Closure Packages
For each abandoned well, Cornerstone provides the City with a complete closure package organized for long-term record retention. Closure packages typically include:
• Plugging records documenting plug depths, materials, volumes, and placement methods; • Cement tickets and test results verifying compliance with approved designs; • Final site maps, well schematics, and as-built drawings reflecting abandonment conditions; • Engineer’s certification of compliance executed by a licensed Professional Engineer.
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Quality Control and Record Management
All reports and closure packages undergo internal quality assurance and quality control review prior to submission. Documentation is prepared to be clear, traceable, and defensible, and is provided in electronic formats suitable for regulatory submission and City archiving. Cornerstone coordinates closely with City staff to confirm documentation requirements and submission protocols.
Community and Stakeholder Support
Cornerstone can provide community and stakeholder support services to assist the City in communicating technical aspects of well abandonment and related activities in a clear, accurate, and accessible manner as requested. These services are intended to support transparency, public understanding, and informed dialogue, particularly in urban settings where community interest and concern may be elevated.
Public Meeting Support
Community support services may include:
• Attendance at public meetings, workshops, or briefings to explain technical aspects of well abandonment activities;
• Participation in City-led presentations or discussions as a technical resource; • Clear explanation of abandonment methods, sequencing, and oversight processes in nontechnical terms appropriate for public audiences.
Plain-Language Materials
Cornerstone can assist the City with preparation of plain-language informational materials, which may include:
• Summaries of abandonment methods and procedures;
• Descriptions of safety measures and oversight practices; • Explanations of environmental protections related to groundwater, air quality, and site conditions;
• Visual aids or simplified diagrams to support public understanding, as requested.
Community and stakeholder support activities are coordinated with City staff to ensure consistency with City messaging and policies.
Section 2 – Key Personnel & Staffing
Cornerstone is pleased to present the following individuals that will be available to support the City’s projects. Their qualifications are expressed in our key team members’ biographies. See Appendix A for full resumes.
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Alex Vigil – Managing Partner / Program Manager Honey Rock Engineers & Advisors LLC and Lead Consultant Representative
As Managing Partner and Program Manager at Honey Rock Engineers & Advisors LLC, Alex Vigil brings over 14 years of oil and gas industry experience with a focus on regulatory compliance and asset retirement obligations. He is a degreed petroleum engineer from Colorado School of Mines with expertise in data-driven decision-making and project management. Alex managed abandonment operations valued at more than $3 billion for one of the states “top 3” producers and supports dozens of land developers in assessing the integrity of legacy wells plus advising on abandonment strategy for California producers. His extensive subsurface operations background and real work field experience supervising rig operations is a standout.
Christine Halley, RCE – Cornerstone Managing Partner
Managing Partner Christine Halley brings four decades of regulatory/permitting strategy, civil engineering, and program management to Cornerstone’s clients. A Penn State graduate (BSCE ’81), she assists in project management, public interface, regulatory agency interface, strategizing on CEQA compliance, and water resource engineering. She oversees utility upgrades and roadway / parking lot design services for Kern Community College District as well as large industrial land development. She is a sought-after consultant on matters of California energy policy and has proven herself to be an adept communicator of technical settings to a variety of audiences, including elected officials, agency representatives, and the public.
Shawn M. Kerns, PE – Managing Partner & Senior Petroleum Engineering Advisor
Shawn Kerns offers 30+ years of leadership in California’s oil and gas industry. As former COO of the state’s largest operator, he managed $2B annual capital programs, 8,000 wells, and 750MM barrels of reserves across major basins. His expertise spans drilling, workovers, facilities, reservoir engineering, regulatory compliance, and corporate finance. Shawn has led complex joint ventures with Chevron and municipal partners, served as Vice Chair of WSPA and board member of CIPA, and chaired SPE’s local chapter.
He is highly experienced in M&A and financing, securing $1.7B in capital and structuring award-winning transactions. Shawn brings proven capability in strategic planning, regulatory navigation, and technical oversight for high-profile projects.
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Eric Dhanens –Partner & EVP of Energy and Infrastructure Advisor Eric Dhanens combines deep oil and gas operations experience with leadership in emerging energy technologies. He has managed upstream assets producing 1,500 barrels per day and 40MW of cogeneration and solar power, while now driving decarbonization projects such as Kern County’s first carbon-free steam facility and a $70M multi-technology power initiative. His expertise spans drilling, facilities, and reservoir engineering as well as hydrogen, carbon capture, and energy storage. Eric serves as “owner’s engineer” for large-scale power and asset retirement projects, advises regional energy strategy through B3K and California Renewable Energy Laboratory, and is recognized for aligning infrastructure with California’s transition to low-carbon energy.
Alan Whitten RCE, PLS – Partner & Chief Civil Engineer
Alan Whitten brings over 25 years of civil engineering experience with a strong background in infrastructure planning for oilfield and industrial projects. As Chief Civil Engineer at Cornerstone, he has led design and oversight for large-scale water systems, floodplain modeling, and utility infrastructure supporting energy and petroleum operations. Alan’s expertise includes site development, drainage systems, and regulatory coordination for projects in urban and environmentally sensitive areas. His prior leadership roles with the U.S. Air Force involved managing $90M annual engineering programs and complex facility planning across 470 square miles, demonstrating his ability to deliver technically sound solutions under stringent compliance requirements. Licensed Professional Civil Engineer and Land Surveyor in California, Alan provides strategic and practical guidance for projects involving legacy oilfield assets and urban redevelopment.
Neil Ferrier – Honey Rock Director of Asset Retirement & Risk Management As director of asset retirement, Neil Ferrier brings over 23 years of experience in the oil & gas sector. Neil is a proven leader in managing asset retirement programs including well plug & abandonment, facilities decommissioning, and environmental remediation for large onshore portfolios (Chevron Upstream California). He has led the development and implementation of strategies to satisfy complex regulatory requirements, and lead land development endstate vision planning for current and former oil and gas assets. With a background in mechanical engineering, he has extensive project management & engineering design experience for small capital / large capital surface facility projects.
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Kari Hochstatter, PG – Regulatory & Subsurface Manager/Senior Geologist Kari Hochstatter has 15+ years of experience in oilfield development and regulatory compliance, specializing in California’s Underground Injection Control (UIC) program. She leads Cornerstone’s subsurface and regulatory projects, including aquifer exemptions and CEQA studies, and has worked across major California basins. Kari’s expertise includes reservoir modeling, injection strategy, and navigating CalGEM and Water Board requirements. A licensed Professional Geologist in California and Wyoming, she provides practical, defensible solutions for oilfield operations and asset retirement projects.
Omur Orhan – Honey Rock Chief Planner & Strategic Evaluation Advisor Omur Orhan has 20+ years of experience in reservoir engineering, economic modeling, and strategic planning for oil and gas projects. He has managed investment portfolios over $100M, optimized heavy oil and shale reservoirs, and developed depletion plans and reserves estimates. Omur specializes in cost management, scenario planning, and decision analysis, supporting drilling, development, and decarbonization strategies. His prior roles at Aera Energy and Occidental Petroleum included leading cross-functional teams and advising senior management on high-impact projects. With advanced degrees from Stanford and Cornell, Omur delivers data-driven insights for complex petroleum and asset retirement initiatives.
James Conners II, PE – Honey Rock Senior Petroleum Engineer Senior Petroleum Engineer, Jim Conners, Professional Engineer, brings more than 40 years of experience in drilling, completion, and production. Known for delivering innovative subsurface solutions, he has held pivotal roles at Occidental Petroleum, Aera Energy LLC, and Conners Engineering, Inc. James excels in project management, contract negotiation, process analysis, and mentoring, ensuring efficient and compliant operations. A thought leader, he has published technical papers and holds memberships in the Society of Petroleum Engineers and the American Association of Drilling Engineers. Active in his community, he serves as Clerk of Session at First Presbyterian Church in Bakersfield, is Past Moderator of the Presbytery of the Pacific Southwest, and a Boy Scouts of America board member.
David Pickens, PE – Honey Rock Well Engineering Specialist Senior Licensed petroleum engineer, Dave Pickens, brings drilling, completions, operations, and workover experience on onshore and offshore fields. Operations experience includes waterflood and thermal recovery surveillance and offshore drilling and completion design. As engineering supervisor, managed operations, and drilling engineering staff, assisted with annual production forecasts and capital budgets, and prepared quarterly and annual reports of performance versus key indicators.
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Andrew Swint – Honey Rock Senior Drilling & P&A Operations Engineer Andrew Swint brings 23 years of oil and gas experience, including 13 years as a drilling engineer and team leader. He has designed and executed over 6,500 wells across multiple basins and developed detailed abandonment programs for both onshore and offshore California wells. Andrew’s expertise spans drilling, completions, and plug-and-abandonment operations, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and safety. His background includes senior roles at Aera Energy and Baker Hughes, where he managed complex drilling programs, optimized well designs, and led technical teams. A graduate of Colorado School of Mines, Andrew provides practical, field-tested solutions for drilling and asset retirement projects.
Patricia Newquist – Senior Planner
Patricia Newquist has 25+ years of experience in land use planning, permitting, and regulatory compliance for complex development projects, including energy and oilfield-related sites. She specializes in entitlements, CEQA/NEPA compliance, and coordination with agencies for industrial and infrastructure projects. Patricia has supported planning for renewable energy and oilfield redevelopment, ensuring regulatory alignment and stakeholder engagement. Her expertise in navigating California’s permitting process makes her a key resource for projects involving legacy petroleum assets.
Subconsultants
Alan E. White, PE – Miocene Owner & Operator
Alan E. White is the owner and operator of Miocene, Inc., an engineering and operating services firm headquartered in Bakersfield, California. With over 40 years of experience in petroleum engineering, Alan specializes in drilling, completions, production operations, reservoir engineering, and regulatory compliance. He is a licensed Professional Petroleum Engineer in California (P1747) and Arizona (80661). Alan previously served as CEO of ERG Operating Company, where he managed operations producing over 2,000 barrels of oil per day and led major permitting and environmental compliance initiatives. His career includes executive roles at Occidental Oil and Gas Company and extensive work across U.S. oil fields, South America, and the Middle East.
When necessary, Cornerstone will engage Miocene Engineering as an on-site representative to provide Well Site Management support during plug and abandonment operations. Miocene’s role will include observing field activities, verifying conformance with approved abandonment programs, and serving as a liaison between project stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and contractors—ensuring quality assurance and timely communication throughout the project.
Section 3 – Relevant Experience and Expertise
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involving reservoir and production engineering, well integrity evaluation, regulatory compliance support, abandonment planning, contractor oversight, and preparation of regulatory-ready documentation.
Cornerstone’s project experience demonstrates the firm’s ability to deliver technically sound, defensible work products on projects subject to regulatory review, public scrutiny, and evolving requirements.
Cornerstone’s project team includes licensed petroleum engineers, project managers, technical specialists, and regulatory planning specialists who routinely support California public agencies. Our staff is experienced in navigating state and regional regulatory requirements, working within public-sector procurement and reporting processes, and coordinating with City Councils, Public Works departments, and community stakeholders. The team structure is designed to provide responsive on-call support: a designated Project Manager oversees day-to-day coordination, senior engineers lead discipline-specific tasks, and technical staff provide drafting, plan review, field support, and documentation.
Representative Project Experience with References
This set of representative clients varies in size and operational scale showcasing the core engineering and technical services Cornerstone provides that are directly aligned with the needs of the City. What this means to Santa Fe Springs is that Cornerstone offers a well-rounded, experienced team to confidently advise the City on professional petroleum matters to better service its citizens. _____________________________________________________________________________________ Project: Brea 265 Oilfield Decommissioning
Client: Sycamore Development Partners, LLC
Location: Brea Olinda
Date: March 2025-Current
Client Contact: Tobi Odumosu
Title: Chief Operating Officer
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 518-479-9886
The Brea 265 Project is a large-scale initiative to transform a historic 265-acre oil field into land ready for urban redevelopment. This multi-year effort includes abandoning over 200 legacy wells, managing idle well compliance, implementing a comprehensive Remedial Action Plan (RAP), and conducting extensive soil remediation to meet strict environmental and regulatory standards. The work requires close coordination with both CalGEM and the City of Brea, ensuring that all well abandonment, remediation, and grading activities satisfy the permitting, reporting, and performance requirements of each agency.
The redevelopment is being executed in collaboration with state regulators and private developers, with grading for the first phase of residential construction scheduled for early 2026.
Cornerstone and Honey Rock have been instrumental in delivering engineering, permitting, and execution support, as well as full project management for this $75MM+ program. Their responsibilities include running competitive RFP processes to secure qualified vendors, overseeing multiple rig operations and surface remediation crews, and ensuring adherence to aggressive timelines and regulatory compliance across both CalGEM and City of Brea standards. Through proactive planning and problem-solving, the team has successfully addressed challenges such as re-abandonment of turn-of-the-century wells and complex soil remediation requirements. The project remains on track for budget and delivery milestones, positioning the site for successful redevelopment.
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_____________________________________________________________________________________ Project: Idle Well Asset Retirement Program
Client: California Resources Corporation (CRC)
Location: Statewide
Date: 2020-2022
Client Contact: Anibal Araya
Title: VP of Operations
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 661-304-9185
The CRC Idle Well Asset Program was a large-scale initiative designed to address California’s stringent idle well regulations and reduce long-term environmental and financial liabilities. The program encompassed the development and execution of a comprehensive Asset Retirement Program (ARP) to manage over $3 billion in Asset Retirement Obligations (AROs) and decommission more than 20,000 idle wells across diverse operating environments, including urban areas such as Brea, Richfield, and Beverly Hills. A critical component of the effort involved securing CalGEM’s first non-routine variances under new regulatory guidance, enabling the safe abandonment of complex intercept wells and de-risking high-profile sites.
Honey Rock team members provided strategic leadership and technical execution throughout the program. Their responsibilities included designing and implementing a robust prioritization system to balance regulatory compliance with cost efficiency, streamlining workflows, and deploying data-driven tools for scheduling, permitting, and environmental reporting. By leveraging these solutions, the team overcame challenges posed by the sheer scale of the program and the complexity of urban abandonment projects. The outcome was a significant reduction in AROs over $100 million, while bringing all wells into compliance, completing work on time and under budget, and mitigating long-term risks for the client.
_____________________________________________________________________________________ Project: State Abandonment Project
Client: California Legacy Well Services
Location: Kern County
Date: 2024-Current
Client Contact: Sean McNally
Title: President
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 661-809-5507
The State Abandonment Project is a California-funded program focused on plugging and remediating orphaned and idle wells across Kern County to reduce environmental risks such as methane emissions and groundwater contamination. These efforts support CalGEM’s statewide mandate to address thousands of legacy wells and restore sites to safe, compliant conditions. The program spans multiple fields and requires strict adherence to regulatory standards, prevailing wage requirements, and environmental reporting.
Cornerstone and Honey Rock serve as the designated engineering partner and CalGEM agent, delivering turnkey services that include permitting, well abandonment, and surface remediation. The team manages complex field operations, implements prioritization systems, and leverages data-driven tools to optimize scheduling and compliance. Through these solutions, the project has successfully plugged multiple orphan wells and restored sites within budget and timeline, advancing California’s goals for environmental stewardship and public safety.
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Additional Representative Experience
Class VI/Carbon Management Projects
Cornerstone & Honey Rock have supported multiple Class VI well site management and carbon storage projects across California, Wyoming, and Nebraska for major operators, DOE, and midstream clients.
These projects include corrective action planning, PE-stamped engineering designs, and regulatory compliance for Class VI wells, addressing complex abandonment scenarios, intercept planning, and exotic completion and cementing designs. This work ensures safe, efficient operations for carbon sequestration initiatives currently in progress, advancing long-term decarbonization and regulatory objectives.
Offshore Abandonment Engineering Support
Provided engineering support for offshore abandonment activities on platforms in the Santa Barbara Channel for clients including DCOR, ExxonMobil, and ConocoPhillips. The scope includes planning and design review for complex, high-risk operations, addressing unique challenges such as exotic well configurations and stringent regulatory requirements. Well remediation has been completed on one platform, with planning and engineering phases underway for additional sites to ensure safe, compliant abandonment aligned with California’s environmental and operational standards.
Facilities Demolition & Remediation
Provided oversight and engineering support for facilities demolition and soil remediation across multiple sites, including Bandini, Rancho San Francisco, Elk Hills, Cat Canyon, and Kern County ponds. The work involved managing full-field closures and coordinating multi-agency consent agreements with DOE and DTSC to ensure regulatory compliance and environmental restoration. These efforts addressed complex remediation challenges while aligning with state and federal standards for safe site decommissioning.
Project tools, models, methods
Cornerstone and Honey Rock apply proven suite of engineering, analysis, and project management tools to ensure high-quality technical work and consistent project execution. Our teams rely on established, industry-standard software platforms across multiple disciplines to support accurate, efficient, and defensible project outcomes. The core categories and tools we utilize include:
Microsoft Ecosystem
• Microsoft 365 Suite
o Outlook
o Word
o Excel
o PowerPoint
o Teams
o OneDrive / SharePoint
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Reservoir & Production Engineering
• Petrel (SLB) – Geological modeling, reservoir characterization • PROSPER (SLB) – Well performance and nodal analysis
• GAP (SLB) – Integrated production system modeling
• ValNav – Economic evaluation, valuation, and financial modeling Engineering Design & Drafting
• CAD Software (AutoCAD or equivalent) – Well designs, layouts, exhibits, and construction drawings
Data Analysis & Reporting
• Microsoft Excel – Engineering calculations, cost estimates, economic models, and regulatory reporting
Section 5 – Fee Schedules
Cornerstone and Honey Rock proposes to perform the services described herein as time and material (T&M) with the proposed fee schedule –See Appendix B. This proposed fee schedule will be valid for a minimum of one year . T&M is appropriate to enable flexibility based on scope and schedule expectations for on-call work. The fee schedule outlines key positions and billing rates proposed. Please note that onsite representation will be subject to travel & reimbursable expenses.
Section 6 – Legal & Compliance
Cornerstone and Honey Rock confirm that there are no pending litigation matters, regulatory investigations, or known conflicts of interest at this time. Both organizations maintain strict adherence to applicable laws and compliance standards to ensure transparency and integrity in all operations.
Section 7 – Proposal Exceptions
Cornerstone and Honey Rock has reviewed the RFQual Scope of Services, conditions, requirements, and the professional services agreement. At this time, Cornerstone does not identify any exceptions or changes that need to be made. Cornerstone acknowledges the stated terms and requirements as presented in the RFQual documentation.
Section 8 – Conflicts of Interest
Cornerstone and Honey Rock affirm that there are no financial, business, or other relationships with the City that could influence or impact the selection process. Both organizations operate with full transparency and integrity, ensuring compliance with all ethical standards.
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Closing
Cornerstone and Honey Rock appreciates the opportunity to submit our qualifications and is committed to delivering responsive, high-quality petroleum engineering services that align with the City of Santa Fe Springs’ regulatory, operational, and community objectives. Our team stands ready to provide independent, defensible technical guidance and practical solutions that support informed decisionmaking and long-term stewardship of the City’s legacy petroleum assets. We look forward to the possibility of partnering with the City and contributing to its vision of safety, sustainability, and progress.
Appendix A
Resumes
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Alex Vigil
Honey Rock- President/ Program Manager
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY: 14 years of Oil and Gas Manager/professional experience, with a diverse and balanced skill sets of process improvement, engineering, regulatory, project management, IT/analytics, employee development, asset retirement obligations, and document control to steward collaboration and execution of these components across complex business environments.
Understanding of the importance of value prioritization and how that is managed with multiple deadlines. Focused approach on value and process excellence. Engineering experience in all facets of the oil and gas industry including drilling, production, completions, geology, facilities, and reservoir engineering. Regulatory expertise and compliance manager. Data driven decision maker that is entrepreneurial minded with technical communication skills.
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY:
Honey Rock Engineers and Advisors, Bakersfield, CA
A Cornerstone Entity
3/2023 – Present – As President/ Program Manager, Mr. Vigil develops strategic partnerships to deploy California’s best and only regulatory consulting, business/process optimization, liability strategy, and execution branch focused on Idle wells and asset retirement obligation. His company is dedicated to being the state’s best and brightest team knowledgeable and executable for CalGEM compliance, strategic planning, and liability reduction. Reducing pain point of operators and allowing them to focus on development and production opportunities. With the Cornerstone partnership his staff has access to Cornerstone’s full regulatory expertise, geologist, and engineers to bring to clients the strategic advantage of a well rounded idle well management and liability reduction partnership.
California Resources Corporation
12/2021 – 3/2023 – PMO Manager Regulatory Compliance, Asset Retirement, and Document Control. As the Project Management Office Leader, Mr. Vigil managed a team of business professional/Project managers/engineers/data scientists responsible for companywide regulatory compliance reporting and over $2 billion of asset retirement obligation. Project management/execution planning included $65-100 MM annual spend and 15,000+ assets. Executed executive management task of building from the ground up PMO Department and recruiting individuals with skill sets needed to maximize value and reduce the risk of regulatory violations through the development of the regulatory and ARO PMO office and organizational controls. Team aided in the reduction of ARO NPV by over (+$100 MM) from 2020-2022 during time as PMO leader. Developed ARO process and SOX financial controls for 10K audit ARO values. Developed control process/reporting that provided executive management and board of directors with regulatory risk and metrics to action on. Refined CalGEM permitting/Well submission, NOV tracking, Production injection reporting, UIC compliance processes and workflows to bring company back into compliance across a variety of non-compliant fronts. Carbon Capture ARO related strategy integration/execution planning and financial reporting for JV and Non-JV activity. 6/2021 – 12/2021 – In the role of Strategic Analytics Technical Project Leader, during a ½ year BK Re-Org, Mr.
Vigil served as the Agile Project manager and team lead for developing regulatory reporting workflow and business toolsets. He managed a team of 6 to create automated regulatory reports that were overdue by more than 2 years EDUCATION:
Colorado School of
Mines, B.S.
Petroleum
Engineering, 2012
Alex Vigil (cont’d)
2 because of complex data and system integration issues. The team brought the company into compliance while developing a sustainable business process in less than 6 months. Developed methodology that saved over $1 million annually in state assessment fees.
1/2020 – 6/2021 – As the Drilling and Production Process Excellence Team Lead for the Technology and Innovation department, Mr. Vigil had a focused approach on tactical lean process excellence with 10 direct reports.
Aided subsurface teams in the optimization of process and efficiency scoping. Identified efficiency gaps and worked with managers to develop controls for reducing inefficiency. Developed MOC process for field shut in safety controls. Established portfolio capture process for CRC exploration prospect evaluation and ranking. Aided in project scoping and vendor selection for drilling analytics packages. Developed and reported on subsurface capital KPI metrics. Streamlined Production outlooking processes for improvement in business planning and financial outlooks. Created sustainable workflow and toolsets for identifying, reviewing, and actioning against future Idle wells. Annual savings of $2 million.
12/2014 – 1/2020 – As Senior Technical Engineer, Mr. Vigil had Production Operations, Completions, and Reservoir Engineering roles across multiple basins, play types, and wellsite management. Engineer and project manager of capital execution of over $150 MM from well work and drilling related projects. Real-world experience supervising and managing up to 5 rigs at one time. Recipient of multiple company innovation awards. Key team member responsible for planning and executing a 3-year 30 well joint venture drilling program. 3+ DPI delivered with challenged natural gas prices. Exploration engineering responsible for the safety and design of complex high pressure natural gas wells. Exploration completion technical expert during JV discussion related to farm out completions in California assets. Production engineering across a variety of basin and reservoir types.
Occidental Petroleum Corporation
12/2012 – 12/2014 – As the Staff Technical Engineer, Mr. Vigil took on Production Operations/facility engineering roles for an over-pressured dry gas basin. Provided nodal analysis for basin-wide compression optimization.
Received an award from former CEO of Oxy for contribution to operation expense reduction effort. Streamline operations focused on lowing gathering system pressure to increase production/reserves while reducing rental fleet compression and utilizing idle company-owned machines. This resulted in a multi-million-dollar savings.
Venoco
5/2011 – 12/2012 (Purchase date by Oxy) – In the role of Petroleum Field Engineer, Mr. Vigil was the Wellsite manager and operations engineer for well work activity.
SELECTED EXPERIENCE AND PROJECTS:
• Project Management – Capital workovers/completions, mechanical integrity, compression optimization, Agile reporting development, Lean operational excellence, business planning. • Process Excellence – Collaboration, RACI development, Lean, workflow optimizations, process documentation, KPI development, and data quality.
• Operations – Production rig, Coil tubing, pressure pumping, cementing, wireline, abandonment, well testing, wellhead design, sand control, well control, perforating, flowback, artificial lift design, compression. • Reservoir and Business Development – Reserves, exploration, EOR, JV packages, rate/pressure transient analysis.
• Field Operations – Mechanical integrity, wellsite management, stimulation supervision, Risk Evaluation.
OTHER ACTIVITY:
President/Co-Founder, Orlie’s Shoe Drive 501©3, team has raised funds and distributed over 3500 pairs of shoes to kids in need, 2018-present.
Valley Baptist Board of Directors
Four-year NCAA Student Athlete, 2008-2012. Team Caption and Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference 1 st team allConference
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Christine M. Halley, P.E.
Managing Partner/ Regulatory and Permitting Strategist
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:
Ms. Halley’s four decades of experience in oilfield regulatory compliance, utility management, water resource planning, and public works administration offer a fertile ground of resources for companies and clients looking to build or grow their business in Kern County. Having been a leading in voice in economic advocacy groups like B3K and CIPA, she has a strong grasp of both the larger issues and operational particulars facing entrepreneurs.
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY:
Cornerstone Engineering, Inc, Bakersfield, CA
6/2020 – Present – Mrs. Halley brings decades of civil engineering, program management, and regulatory/permitting strategy to our clients. She manages Cornerstone’s permitting and entitlement service set and holds expertise in California’s Underground Injection Control program. Recent assignments include leading CEQA and entitlement efforts on the Majestic Gateway Project, which was the largest undeveloped parcel of land in the City of Bakersfield at the time. Additionally, she helped design the permit matrix and project description to support the CEQA process for NLC Energy’s Biomass Facility in Western Kern, a major hurdle in bringing more reliable, renewable energy to the region. In addition to these banner projects, she is active in site screening for carbon sequestration and carbon parks, regulatory compliance assessment in support of a multi billion dollar energy investment, identifying options for carbon management for both upstream and downstream oil entities, and performing conduit analyses for potential carbon sequestration zones.
Sentinel Peak Resources, Bakersfield, CA
2016 – 2020 – Director of EH&S and Regulatory Affairs for this 30,000 barrels per day California oil and gas producer. Managed a team of 13. Interacted with state, regional, and local regulators on matters affecting operations. Represented the company on the California Independent Petroleum Association’s executive board.
Directly engaged in the No on Measure G campaign in San Luis Obispo County, successfully keeping the Arroyo Grande Oil Field in operation.
TJ Cross Engineers, Inc. – A Parsons Company, Bakersfield, CA 2004 – 2016 – As Water & Utility Consultant, worked as consultant to County of San Luis Obispo and to the City of El Paso de Robles in securing supplemental water resources and public works administration.
LICENSE HISTORY:
Licensed
Professional Civil
Engineer
California,
RCE 42090
West Virginia,
PE 27303
EDUCATION:
Pennsylvania State
University, B.S.
Civil Engineering
1981
Christine M Halley, PE (cont’d)
2 San Luis Obispo County, San Luis Obispo, CA
2000 – 2004 – As Utilities Division Manager, managed of a team of 32 operators, engineers, and technicians in the operation of numerous water and sewer systems serving the unincorporated areas of the County.
Various Engineering Assignments, Newport Beach and San Luis Obispo, CA 1986 – 2000 – As Senior Engineer then Branch Manager for municipal engineering consulting firms, and later Operations Manager for a mid-size water utility, Mrs. Halley took on increasing responsibilities in the planning, design, construction, and operation of utility services.
SELECTED EXPERIENCE AND PROJECTS:
Land Development – Principal-in-Charge for securing entitlements for 1 million sq ft industrial project in City of Bakersfield. Project manager for site investigative reports for >1,000 acre candidate industrial / residential developments in Kern County. Provide infrastructure cost opinions for large scale industrial complexes in Shafter and unincorporated area of Kern County. Advised landowners with >500 acre holdings on optional land uses such as renewable energy facilities and fueling stations. Authors Water Supply Assessments for variety of land development projects throughout Central California. Manages entitlement phase and secures CEQA determinations for commercial and residential projects. Underground Injection Control – Oversees a group of approximately 8 geologists and technicians in support of oil and gas operators’ UIC compliance. Assembles applications for new/expanded projects as well as project-by-project reviews. Conducts conduit analyses for nominated carbon sequestration zones and manages well bore diagramming for a variety of injection projects. Carbon Management – Analyzes means of lowering the carbon intensity of oil production, refining, and other industrial processes and frames such undertakings in economic and regulatory terms. Assessed programmatic carbon management options for both a mid-sized oil producer and for a multi billion dollar energy investor. Lead author on response to technical public comments for California’s first carbon sequestration project. Design team member for cutting edge “carbon-free steam generation” suitable for generating industrial scale quantities of process steam without the need for electrical battery storage. Program and Project Management
Utilities Division Manager for San Luis Obispo County from 2000 to 2004. Managed $14 million annual budget with staff of 32. Responsible for communications with numerous advisory committees. Nacimiento Water Project engineering support and project manager from 1991 to 2010. Primary staff person in development of $180 million water resource project to pipe water 45 mi. from Lake Nacimiento to San Luis Obispo City including CEQA determination, right-of-way acquisition, and PG&E service planning interface.
Public works support to the City of Paso Robles, California, for more than a decade.
Spokesperson for City of Paso Robles City Manager’s Office on water resource and solid waste management matters. Chairwoman of Paso Robles Groundwater Basin Management Subcommittee, interacting with public agencies, regulators, and the public. Worked closely with City legal counsel. Permit specialist for $100+ million oil field expansion and dewatering project in San Luis Obispo County. Oversaw permit applications and compliance and interfacing with PG&E service planning. Permitting – Key team member in securing timely permits from CalGEM, State Water Board, Air Pollution Control Districts, and federal EPA in support of oilfield operations, and from the Water Board and DSOD in support of water districts. Routinely participates in CEQA and other permit support. Water Resources – Managed basin studies and safe yield investigations for regional water supplies.
Performed technical and economic feasibility studies for surface water, groundwater, reclaimed water, and desalinated ocean water projects. Proceeded with design and construction phase support for supplemental water projects for communities and oil producers. Capital Improvement Program Development – Developed prioritized capital improvement programs for more than 20 utilities including phasing of capital improvements to match proposed revenue scenarios.
Worked with finance teams to develop proposed rate structures. Interfaced with public interest groups to communicate the need for the improvements and possible ramifications of failure to fund.
Christine M Halley, PE (cont’d)
3 Utility Operations – Supervised field operations staff for 5-1/2 years. Developed short- and long-term work plans, assessed safety needs, and maintained inventory for operations of a half-dozen medium sized utilities. Supervised Teamsters Union shop and worked with employee representatives to revise field worker job specifications.
Frequent interface with legal counsel on permitting and regulatory agency interface Executive Board Member, California Independent Petroleum Association B3K Prosperity Leadership Council Member, 2021 to 2023.
Board Member, Stockdale Annex Mutual Water Company, 2018-2020; Water Company Engineer 2020-current Member, American Society of Civil Engineers, Los Angeles Section; ASCE San Luis Obispo Branch Board Member in the 1990’s and 2000’s
California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo, Civil & Environmental Engineering Advisory Board Member in the 1990’s and 2000’s; Co-instructor in Professional Engineering Practices Course and Public Works Administration Course
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Shawn M. Kerns, PE
M
Managing Partner of
Advisory Services
Shawn M. Kerns is seasoned oil and gas executive with over 30 years of technical and managerial expertise in California's energy sector. As COO of the state's largest oil operator, valued at over $5 billion in enterprise value, Shawn managed strategy, operations, and P&L for more than 70% of California's oil and gas fields across the Sacramento, San Joaquin, Ventura, and LA Basins. Oversaw annual capital budgets up to $2 billion, led a team of over 800 subsurface, geology, reservoir, drilling, and field operations personnel, and directed the corporate reserves function for 8,000 wells and 750 million barrels of reserves, including SEC reporting and audit support.
Hands-on experience spans drilling, workovers, facilities, operations, reservoir engineering, marketing, and corporate finance. Successfully navigated complex joint venture partnerships with Chevron, the City of Long Beach, and private equity firms, serving as the primary C-suite liaison for contracts and operations. Represented the company as Vice Chair of the Western States Petroleum Association (WSPA), board member of the California Independent Petroleum Association (CIPA), and past Chair of the local Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) chapter, with deep knowledge of California regulatory policies and advocacy.
Expert in M&A and corporate finance, having served as EVP of Corporate Development and M&A, evaluating over 400 transactions post-spin-off from Occidental Petroleum (Oxy), negotiating and closing 10 agreements to secure $1.7 billion in third-party capital. Developed a multi-pronged strategy securing $750 million in financing for the Elk Hills Power Plant, leading to Chevron's exit and full operational control, earning the Platts S&P 500 2018 Deal of the Year award. Collaborated with the CFO on three debt refinancings and six amendments to a $6.5 billion credit agreement; prepared technical materials and participated in a global roadshow with 145 investor meetings for the Oxy spin-off. Sourced and negotiated three drilling joint ventures raising $550 million, resulting in over 100 million barrels of booked reserves.
Provided strategic and technical support during corporate restructuring amid the COVID-19 pandemic, redesigned the post-bankruptcy organizational model adopted by the new board, and led acquisition strategies for targets including AERA, Berry, and Sentinel Peak. Onboarded and coached eight board directors on California operations, regulations, and emerging carbon business opportunities.
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Eric Dhanens
Partner / EVP – Energy and Land Advisor
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:
Formally educated in engineering and business with experience in operations and strategy, Mr. Dhanens adds an organized and well-rounded perspective to the implementation of energy and infrastructure projects. He often sits in as Program Manager for clients, helping navigate decarbonization and various new energy development projects.
He is a sought-after speaker on the subject of carbon management especially in Central California where production, transport, and use of new energy commodities is growing.
Prior to joining Cornerstone, Mr. Dhanens worked as an Asset Manager and Energy Development Lead for Grade Water & Power. He led an operations team over a ~1,500 bopd asset in the Kern River Oilfield and over 40MW of power generation via cogeneration and solar PV, helping transition to new ownership as well as to develop new resources in power, water, and oil reserves. Prior to that, Eric worked as an operations, facilities, production, and reservoir engineer with a focus on development of new resources.
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY:
Cornerstone Engineering, Bakersfield, CA
04/2021 – Current – E.V.P. Energy and Land Advisor. Eric holds lead role in strategic planning and program management over new energy projects, including vetting alternative energy approaches for large energy producers and users including oil and gas producers, renewable energy and hydrogen developers, agricultural processing plants, water banking operations, warehousing and commercial/residential land developments. The scope of services ranges from power generation, hydrogen production and utilization, carbon capture and infrastructure, and zero-carbon energy storage, for example.
Eric is the primary author of B3K’s Advanced Energy Leadership Advisory Council Workplan, framing an actionable work plan to support local energy businesses and entrepreuners. He is owner’s engineer for Kern County’s first carbon-free industrial steam generation project due to come on-line in 2025 as well as project manager for $70mm multi-technology power project to be operational also in 2025.
Bakersfield Christian High School sought to put in place a STEM program to expose students with the many facets of pursuing a technical career. Eric Dhanens provided the program outline and continues to this day arranging event curriculum and field trips to provide a compelling look into technical careers.
EDUCATION:
University of
Minnesota, Twin
Cities, Bachelor of
Chemical
Engineering –
Chemistry and
Physics Minor
University of
Colorado at Denver,
Master of Science in
Global Energy
Management
Executive MBA
UCLA, 2022
Eric Dhanens (cont’d)
2 Eric also supports development of initiatives with coalitions within the region to foster growth such as B3K’s energy and advanced manufacturing workgroups, California Renewable Energy Laboratory advisory board, advisory member to RAND’s scenario modeling and strategic planning, and instruction with local community college and university.
Grade Water and Power
03/2019 – 03/2021 - Asset Manager and Business Development - Managed > $150mm in energy assets: Kern River oilfield (~1,500 bopd), 20MW cogeneration plant, and 23MW solar plant. Strategy and business development for energy side of business. evaluating upstream oil assets, developing power projects, and evaluating new energy technologies such as CO2 capture/storage, H2 capture and sale, and storage.
Berry Petroleum, Bakersfield, CA
12/2016 – 03/2019 - Reservoir Engineering and Management - Engineering Lead for Northwest San Joaquin Basin team, managing depletion plans, performing offset reservoir analysis for business development, leading the technical reviews, budget process, and reserves auditing.
Linn Energy, Bakersfield, CA
06/2011 – 04/2016 - Facilities and Production Engineering - Lead engineer on casing vapor recovery, steam drive systems, and steam generation projects. Organized scopes of work, design bases, and led design from PFD to P&IDs and IFC drawings.
SELECTED EXPERIENCE AND PROJECTS:
Microgrid Power Project Management, 2023-2025
Due to lack of utility power for large processing facility, team developed plan to self-generate. Ran process to select developer to participate and engineer and install a two-phased solution with linear generators, batteries, solar PV and CHP turbines. Eric went on to lead contract negotiations with third party legal, proposal and invoice review, construction oversight, financing and investment tax credit advising. Hydrogen Production and Mobility Feasibility, 2024
Eric is leading Cornerstone’s feasibility study for hydrogen production in Kern County using RNG through a traditional SMR approach. Study includes analysis of regulatory setting, land development changes, process and mechanical engineering, as well as economic evaluation. Carbon Capture Technology Feasibility, 2024
The Energy and Carbon Team developed a basis of design for capture of CO2 from natural gas fired cogeneration, high-graded technologies, solicited responses, and provided full analysis to client. Project is continuing to Pre-FEED phase with Cornerstone Engineering as the Owner’s Engineer Multi-billion Dollar Acquisition Diligence, 2021-2023 Eric and managing partner, Christine Halley, were regulatory / policy advisors to transaction in Kern County from confidential buyers outside of California. Analyzed facts of California’s multi-layered regulatory and policy trends ranging from day-to-day operational impacts to production risks of policies that may lie ahead. Three Acquisition Diligence Projects, 2022-2024
Performed three analyses (with two difference clients) from reserve evaluation, production trending including decline analysis, return-to-production candidates based on well file analysis, and ground-up lease operating statements. One closed and two others are pending as of early 2024. Carbon Capture and Sequestration Studies, 2020-2023
In partnership with reservoir analytics engineering company, performed capture-to-sequestration economic study, reservoir analysis and injectivity, surface facilities, transportation logistics, and capture technology and costs. Developed GIS mapping tool with emissions sources identified and organized. Early stage scoping for $150+mm carbon capture and sequestration project – facilitating preliminary funding and development planning, including technical, regulatory due diligence and commercial agreements.
Eric Dhanens (cont’d)
3 Carbon Management Engineering Project Study, 2021
Our client desired to reduce their Cap-and-Trade liability and evaluate projects that generate LCFS credits.
We performed a study comparing biomass conversion, carbon capture, cogeneration, solar energy, and hydrogen projects.
Strategic Business Planning Report, 2021
Developed interdependent financial modeling for both traditional oil and gas investments and new energy projects. Analysis compared cash flows, fluid volumes, carbon credits, and economics. Ultimately led to investment in first solar steam plant in Kern County that recently went into operation. Energy Growth Strategy for Grade Water and Power, 2020 Initiated, wrote, and implemented a set of guidelines and criteria to screen investment opportunities for the energy side of Grade 6, e.g. risk/return profile and types of risk and energy projects. Included multiple years of notes and input from senior management.
Poso Creek Solar Field (23MWdc), 2019-2020
Acquired solar asset prior to construction – oversaw developer, including weekly meetings and multiple site visits per week. Included contractor disputes, review, and approval of construction per drawings, decisions regarding changes to drawings, testing and PTO from PG&E, and final permitting. Power Generation Solutions, 2019-2020
E&B Natural Resources – evaluated multiple scenarios for power optimization including new generators (turbines and recips) of various sizes, moving existing cogen unit, additional solar power, and 7-mile 12kV line to reach site on secondary connection. San Joaquin Refinery – evaluated smaller cogen turbine. Project was viable, but not to be built by third party and sold via PPA. Reserve Analysis and Steam Injection Rates, 2019-2020 Built process for analyzing performance at Kern River Holdings (in Kern River Oilfield) using volumetrics and recovery factors (ultimate recoveries), empirical production trends and decline rates, and empirical temperature observation wells. Managed steam injection rates over two year period using modified Nuemann process by injecting high early in the life considering heat losses to under- and over-burden then aggressively reducing steam.
Application of Vogel Steam Model to North Midway Heavy Oil Field, 2018 Implemented first application of Vogel steam model to Berry Petroleum at North Midway which posited that production rates were uncorrelated to steam injection rates after a steam chest was formed (assuming chest did not reduce or collapse) which led to severe reduction in steam rates versus plan, lower SORs, and more economic operations.
OTHER ACTIVITY:
21st Century Energy Center, Kern Community College District - Instructor, Jan 2024 - Current Instructor, introduction to clean energy careers and personal finance for KCCD certificate program.
Kern Leadership Alliance, Oct 2021 – June 2022
Drove the Business Mountain program within KLA’s framework dedicated to empowering Kern County’s youth to create a more prosperous and sustainable County. Organized resources and initiating partnerships in developing a “Center of Excellence” that will be used to support existing programs.
B3K Energy and Advanced Manufacturing Workgroup Member, 2021 – Current AADE Board Member, Aug 2020 - Current
Joined AADE Board to help raise dollars for scholarships in the energy industry and coordinate technical meetings.
Kern Council of Governments, Jan 2018 - Current
Member of Advisory Committee, making recommendations based on analysis of the KCOG staff. The goal is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with transportation by planning infrastructure needs for Kern County over 24 years by integrating the 11 incorporated cities’ zoning plans and traffic patterns.
Workforce Mentoring – Kern Economic Development Foundation, Dec 2017 - Current Coach and mentor high school students in energy principles and careers via monthly discussions on resumes, colleges, project evaluation and analysis.
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Claude ‘Alan’ Whitten, PE, PLS
Chief Civil Engineer
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY: Mr. Whitten has more than 25 years’ experience in civil engineering projects, and municipal project oversight.
Responsibilities have included surveys, client / government / utility liaison, management of civil engineering projects, water system design, drainage system design, public hearing representation, subdivision, and parcel map design.
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY:
Cornerstone Engineering, Inc, Bakersfield CA
02/2017 – Present - Chief Civil Engineer - Oversee general Civil Engineering design work and is the lead engineer on many complex civil design projects, including. design of a 475-acre-foot water storage reservoir for Kern Tulare Water District. Lead engineer for infrastructure planning for large industrial, commercial, and residential developments in Kern County. Offsite improvement responsible engineer for Majestic Gateway industrial project in City of Bakersfield. Civil engineer of record for City of Delano floodplain modeling effort. Planning and design lead for 6-mile water transmission pipeline for Kern Tulare Water District. Lead Engineer for the multi-discipline team on a campus-wide Utility Assessment for Porterville College. Lead Civil Engineer on numerous projects for the Kern Community College District, ranging from parking lots to the new track and field facility at Bakersfield College. Preliminary planning and budget estimates for the new Valley Water pipeline, including evaluating multiple options. Instrumental in setting up drone program for Cornerstone, and planning and executing complex aerial surveying missions.
The United States Air Force
06/2008 – 02/2017 – Chief of Engineering Division, 412th CEG/CEN Civic Engineering Group – For Edwards AFB California led a diverse team of 37 Engineers and technicians in the planning and execution of the annual $90M sustainment, restoration, and modernization budget as well as MILCON. And customer-funded projects. As division Chief, made project acquisition and executive decisions for the project execution team. Guided project programming and planning team in crafting future years’ projects. Set goals and objectives for the Energy Management team regarding base energy resiliency. He also advised test programs in facility-related matters and available execution methods.
LICENSE HISTORY:
Licensed Professional Civil
Engineer California #63332
Licensed Professional Land
Survey California #9750
EDUCATION:
California State University
Fresno: Bachelor of Science
Major: Civil Engineering 1998
Oregon State University Major:
Civil Engineering 1993
Graduated from the Air Force
Civilian Acculturation
Leadership Training (CALT) at
the Officers Training School,
Maxwell AFB, class 13-02
Claud Alan Whitten (cont’d)
2 Head of Project Planning 412th CEG/CENP For Edwards AFB California. I was responsible for one of the largest bases in the Air Force Material Command, with over 470 square miles of base and range facilities, over 400 real property buildings with over 7 million square feet of space, and an annual maintenance budget of $100m per year.
Edwards is home to one of the premier flight test organizations in the Air Force (the 412th Test Wing), the Air Force Test Pilot School, and the Air Force Research Lab (AFRL). I was responsible for the planning and approval of all real property projects for the installation, as well as all day-to-day operations of the base planning activities (CENPL), and the actives of the Energy conservation team (CENPE). At Joint Base San Antonio, responsible for project planning and programming for an annual Sustainment and Maintenance budget of $185m for over 35M square feet in 3,650 facilities within a 45,000-acre footprint, to include 560 miles of utility infrastructure at 11 geographically separated units, while serving over 200 tenant units at one of the largest joint bases in the DoD.
Responsible for planning and securing Operations and Maintenance budget (O&M), through the Air Force Comprehensive Asset Management program (AFCAMP). Responsible for planning and securing Sustained and Repair funding (SRM). Planned and executed the shutdown of the YAL-1 of the Airborne Laser Test Bed project at Edwards AFB. Planned and secured approval for bed down of Army MQ-1C Sky Warrior program at North Base, including full hangar renovations, infrastructure upgrades, and permission for Temporary Facilities at Edwards AFB. Planned and secured approval for relocation of the 461st Flight Test Squadron (the F-35 Joint Operation test team) at Edwards AFB. Planned and secured approval for relocation of the 411th Flight Test Squadron (the F-22 combined test force) at Edwards AFB. Worked with various programs that required Secret level security clearance. I am familiar with the requirements of the construction of secured testing labs and working areas (SCIF) and working with secured program offices. Maintained Base MILCON programs.
Cornerstone Engineering Bakersfield, California
05/2004 – 06/2008 - Supervising Engineer - As a Supervising Engineering at Cornerstone Engineering, oversaw the work of small teams of engineers and technicians. The team was responsible for the cradle to grave development of construction and land development projects. Project types worked on included: FEMA flood studies, hydrology and storm drainage system design, hydraulics and water system design, Irrigation water transmission pipeline planning and design, commercial and residential site planning and design, grading and street designs, project entitlements.
FIELD OF SPECIAL COMPETENCE
Project Management AutoCAD Design Software
Word Perfect and Excel Flood Plain Modeling
and FEMA map revisions
architectural / Mechanical Drafting
Hydraulics/Hydrology
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Neil Ferrier
Mechanical Engineer
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY: Experienced project manager and engineer with over 20 years expertise in the oil & gas sector. Proven leader in managing asset retirement obligations and complex projects. Skilled in leading project teams, developing long-term strategic goals and business plans, and delivering major capital projects.
Contributes by developing and implementing effective asset strategies and ensuring the successful fulfillment of project obligations.
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY:
Honey Rock Engineers and Advisors, Bakersfield, CA
A Cornerstone Entity
2025 – Present –
Chevron Asset Retirement Program Manager
2022 – Present – Mr. Ferrier led well plug and abandonment, facilities decommissioning, and environmental site remediation for a large oil and gas portfolio. Managed an annual budget of over $150 million, delivering projects on schedule and within 2% of budget. Delivered idle well management state regulatory plans saving millions in idle well fees through efficient planning and scheduling of well abandonments. Developed long-term asset strategies and final land use workflows. Delivered site remediation activities achieving regulatory closure. Championed budget and metric tracking processes and tools, improving decision making and efficiency. Initiated cost efficiency programs resulting in over $5 million in annual savings.
Senior Facilities Engineer / Advisor
2018 – 2022 – Led development of annual facilities engineering business plans and efficiency improvement programs (200 projects with a budget of greater than $200 million). Provided design technical reviews and mentored junior project engineers. Facilitated cross functional stakeholders to develop asset level strategies combining development & operational plans delivering $11 million annual savings. Consulted on domestic and international water treatment and steam generation projects.
Facilities Engineer Supervisor / Major Capital Projects Manager 2009 – 2018 – Successfully delivered design through startup of a $117 million wastewater treatment facility project, enhancing production via efficient water disposal. Led major capital and asset integrity projects through design, execution and startup. Supervised engineering teams to deliver projects with $100 million annual budget, achieving significant production growth.
Facilities Engineer (small and large capital projects)
2002 – 2008 – Mr. Ferrier designed and executed projects in heavy oil steam generation, processing facilities, and water treatment, enabling production growth.
EDUCATION:
California State
University, Fresno
B.S. Mechanical
Engineering, 2002
Neil Ferrier (cont’d)
2 OTHER ACTIVITY:
2018 – Present Kern High School Education Foundation board member 2018 – 2019 Project Lead the Way Consultant
2012 – 2016 Chevron College Recruiting Team Lead
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Kari Hochstatter, PG
Manager of Regulatory and Subsurface/ Senior Geologist
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:
Enthusiastic and versatile geologist and project manager with over fifteen years of oilfield development, regulatory, and laboratory experience. Proficient in Underground Injection Control regulations, Mrs. Hochstatter leads Cornerstone’s injection projects through the state’s intricate regulatory network. She is an energetic and efficient problem solver with the tenacity required to see projects through to completion.
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY:
Cornerstone Engineering, Inc, Bakersfield, CA
10/2021 – Present – Senior Geologist. Consulting geologist for regulatory and oilfield projects. Provides professional geologist oversight for regulatory projects such as Underground Injection Control (UIC), Aquifer Exemptions (AE), and CEQA initial studies. Oversee Cornerstone’s subsurface and UIC compliance projects.
Provide strategy and advice for regulatory projects and oilfield development.
Routinely authors responses to state regulator questions regarding proposed underground injection matters and is a proven master of UIC regulations. Has worked projects throughout California including the Sacramento, Salinas, Santa Maria, San Joaquin, and Los Angeles Basins. She is a persistent advocate for clients navigating the California regulatory environment, maintaining good relationships with regulators at CalGEM and the Regional Water Quality Control Boards.
Berry Corporation, Bakersfield, CA
2017 –2021 – Geologist. Development geologist for diatomite, and sandstone reservoirs in southern San Joaquin Basin. Interpreted and correlated subsurface geology using all available data: open hole logs, cased hole logs, whole core, sidewall core, mud logs, production data, historical data. Used interpreted correlations, maps, pore fluid saturations to generate 2D and 3D geologic models. Identified new well targets based on interpreted structure, rock and fluid properties. Identified zones of hydrocarbon for production, air filled sands for disposal, fresh water for protection, and barriers for isolation. Compiled documentation and ensured compliance with current EPA, CalGEM and Water Board regulations for new UICs, UIC reviews, and AORs. Provided and presented maps cross sections, type logs, average rock properties and geologic evaluations to executive management for budget, reserves, and other corporate planning decisions. Provided geologic appraisal for new acquisitions. Planned and executed horizonal wells in areas of high existing well density and high structural complexity. On site geologic support and supervision during drilling of high-profile wells and coring.
LICENSE HISTORY:
Licensed Professional
Geologist
California, #9948
Wyoming, PG-4265
EDUCATION:
California State
University Bakersfield,
MS in Petroleum
Geology
University of California
Santa Barbara, BS
Geological Sciences
Hochstatter, Kari (cont’d)
2 LINN Energy, Bakersfield, CA
2014 – 2017 –Geology Technician. Managed geologic data for North Midway-Sunset Diatomite Asset Team.
Provided geologic analysis of well and production data. Major contributor towards perforation interval selection on new wells and recompletions. Contributed to development decisions. Completely revised field wide stratigraphic interpretations. Created a 3D geologic model of the Tulare Formation; adding reserves to the company.
PTS Laboratories, Santa Fe Springs CA
2009 – 2014: Staff Geologist, Lead. Lead Technician in the Environmental and Enhanced Oil Recovery Laboratories. Project leader for oilfield services (routine core analysis and special core analysis). Developed procedure for helium porosimetry, dramatically improving laboratory efficiency. Routinely performed water chemical and steam floods, relative permeability core description, permeability to air and other fluids, fluid properties, capillary pressure, grain size analysis, wet chemistry, core photography, and core gamma logging.
Trained technicians and developed standard operating procedures. Laboratory Safety Officer and chair of the committee that significantly revised and implemented the facility Health Safety and Environment Manual.
CONTINUING EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Rose and Associates Uncertainty and Risk Assessment in Reservoir Appraisal and Development, Advanced (December 2020)
SCA Applied Subsurface Geological Mapping (October 2019) Kingdom Geological Interpretation (March 2019).
Kingdom Advanced Mapping Techniques (March 2019).
Rose and Associates Mitigating Bias, Blindness, and Illusion in E&P Decision Making (December 2018) Petroleum Geology and Geochemistry (August 2018).
CSULB MARS Project (Monterey and Related Sediments) Consortium and Field Trip (July 2018) Rose and Associates Uncertainty and Risk Assessment in Reservoir Appraisal and Development (May 2018).
Applied Geostatistics for Reservoir Characterization (February 2018) CSULB MARS Project (Monterey and Related Sediments) Field Trip (November 2017) Petrel Property Modeling (September 2017)
Enhanced Heavy Oil Recovery (June 2016)
Fundamentals for Petrel (September 2014)
Petrel Geology (September 2014)
SPE Cross-Generational Skills Workshop (March 2013)
Member of the American Association of Petroleum Geologists Member of the Geological Society of America
President (2025-2026) of the San Joaquin Geological Society Program Co-Chair for the PSAAPG/SPE Joint Conference in Spring of 2026 Volunteer and Mentor for the Kern Economic Development Foundation Workforce Mentoring program at Independence High School
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Omar Orhan
Honey Rock – Chief Planner / Strategic Evaluation Advisor SUMMARY PROFESSIONAL:
A seasoned professional in cost management, project controls, and strategic planning.
With over 20 years of industry experience, he specializes in developing robust forecasting models, streamlining budgets, and driving data-driven decisions to optimize project outcomes. As Chief Planner and Cost Management Controls, Ormur partners with multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient resource allocation and alignment with organizational goals. He is adept at mentoring emerging professionals, leveraging deterministic and probabilistic economic analysis, and delivering high-level insights to senior leadership. Ormur holds a Master’s degree from Stanford University and a Bachelor’s degree from Cornell University. His academic background, combined with extensive hands-on experience, positions him as a reliable advisor committed to delivering sustainable value and operational excellence.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
• Expert at Investment Analysis and Building Economic Models in Excel • Scenario Planning and Sensitivity Analysis
• Deterministic and Probabilistic Economic Analysis
• Data-Driven Decision Analysis
• Identifying, Framing, and Solving Problems
• Leading Multi-Disciplinary Teams
• Reservoir Management of Conventional Heavy Oil and Unconventional Shale Reservoirs • Reservoir Development Planning and Optimization
• Reserves Estimating
• Excellent Written and Verbal Communication and Presentation Skills • Strong Work Ethic and Quick Learner
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY:
Honey Rock Engineers and Advisors, Bakersfield, CA
A Cornerstone Entity
2025 – Present – Orhan Omur joins Honey Rock as a Chief Planner / Strategic Evaluation Advisor, bringing over 20 years of expertise in economic modeling, strategic planning, and reservoir management.
EDUCATION:
• Stanford University,
MSc, Management
Science and
Engineering ,2001
• Cornell University,
BS, Operations
Research and
Industrial
Engineering, 1999
Omar Orhan (cont’d)
2 Aera Energy LLC, Bakersfield, CA
2013 – 2024 – Sr Staff Reservoir Engineer/Investment Decision Analyst • Managed a portfolio of investment projects, ranking them based on key economic indicators such as IRR, and generating and evaluating operating plan scenarios.
• Developed and analyzed multiple short- and long-term business plan scenarios, including capital, operating expenses, production, and cash flow forecasts to support strategic decision-making. • Led cross-functional investment decision analysis studies with teams of 5-10 members, impacting $10-100M+ in areas such as reservoir maturation strategies (collaboration with geologists, reservoir engineers, facilities engineers), field depletion plans, facilities consolidation, and decarbonization initiatives. • Advised senior management on strategic decisions by framing complex problems, identifying critical uncertainties and assumptions, generating a range of scenarios, and delivering data-driven insights and recommendations.
• Built advanced economic models for both deterministic and probabilistic analysis to assess investment scenarios.
• Visualized data using tools such as Tornado diagrams, cumulative probability distribution curves, and traditional time-series charts to convey insights clearly.
• Managed extensive cost and production data to develop accurate ranges for economic model inputs. • Conducted scenario and sensitivity analyses using the economic models I developed to evaluate the commercial viability of various investment options.
• Delivered the in-house "Economics for Investment Decisions" course for 4 years, sharing expertise in financial modeling and decision analysis.
• Mentored early-career engineers and analysts in economic modeling and investment decision principles, fostering their professional growth.
Occidental Petroleum, Bakersfield, CA
2012 – 2013 – Reservoir Engineering Advisor
• Planned and executed development plans for the Antelope Shale reservoir (tight unconventional reservoir), generating production forecasts and economic analyses.
• Estimated and reported reserves in compliance with SEC guidelines. • Conducted field and well-level surveillance to identify intervention opportunities.
Occidental Petroleum, Houston, TX
2010 – 2012 – Planning Engineer
• Prepared and analyzed annual and 5-year business plans for executive presentations. • Assisted with reserve reporting and capital post-audit processes.
Aera Energy, Bakersfield, CA
2009 – 2010- Senior Reservoir Engineer
• Executed recovery process strategy in a heavy oil reservoir, optimizing injector/producer performance. • Led surveillance meetings to maximize pattern performance and identify drilling opportunities.
Omar Orhan (cont’d)
3 Aera Energy, Bakersfield, CA
2006 – 2009 – Exploitation Reservoir Engineer
• Evaluated idle or sub-optimized oil fields in the company portfolio. • Worked closely with geologists to build fundamental knowledge of reservoir characteristics and uncertainties. • Assessed production performance using analogs and analytical reservoir models. • Collaborated with geologists and decision analysts to identify and evaluate development scenarios. • Reported development and depletion plan recommendations to management.
Aera Energy, Bakersfield, CA
2001 – 2006 – Portfolio Modeler/Decision Analyst
• Facilitated multi-disciplinary strategy studies using decision analysis techniques. • Maintained asset portfolio and built decision models for new projects. • Received mentorship and training from a Strategic Decisions Group consultant.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:
• Society of Decision Professionals, 2023-Present
SOFTWARE:
• Expert at using Excel and PowerPoint
• Working knowledge of Access, PEEP, Mosaic, Spotfire
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James Conners II PE
Honey Rock- Senior Petroleum Engineer, PE
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:
A highly experienced Petroleum Engineer with over 20 years in the oil and gas industry, specializing in drilling, completion, and production operations. Extensive expertise in project management, contract negotiation, and process analysis, with a strong background in engineering leadership and personnel development. Proven ability to implement innovative solutions in subsurface operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, and regulatory compliance.
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY:
Honey Rock Engineers and Advisors, Bakersfield, CA
A Cornerstone Entity
2025 – Present – A highly experienced Petroleum Engineer with over 20 years in drilling, completion, and production operations, specializing in project management, process analysis, and engineering leadership. Currently in the recruiting process to join Honey Rock.
Aera Energy LLC
2005 - 2022
• Subsurface Drilling and Production Operations Mentor Engineer • Project Manager, Open Well Project
• Senior Staff Drilling Engineer
Conners Engineering, Inc.
2000 – Present
• Drilling and Production Engineering Consultant (USA & International) Occidental Petroleum
1978 – 2000
• Senior Drilling Engineer Advisor (International)
• Project Coordinator - Lufeng (China) Project
• Regional Petroleum Engineer (California & Alaska)
• Division Drilling Engineer/Manager (Western USA)
Chaparral Petroleum Inc
Atlantic Richfield Company
EDUCATION:
New Mexico
Institute if Mining
and Technology,
B.S. Petroleum
Engineering
Registered
Professional
Petroleum Engineer
in California (P1589)
James Conners II (cont’d)
2 OTHER ACTIVITY:
• Member, Society of Petroleum Engineers
• Member, American Association of Drilling Engineers
• Presented and published three technical papers. SPE 8223 “Clear Brine Drill-in Fluid”, GRC Mil-Temp, API “Lost Circulation”.
• Clerk of Session, First Presbyterian Church, Bakersfield; current. • Past Moderator, Presbytery of the Pacific Southwest, Evangelical Presbyterian Church; current. • VP Special Projects, District Chairman, and Board Member, Southern Sierra Council, BSA; current.
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Drill | Develop | Decommission
David Pickens
Honey Rock – Senior Petroleum Engineer PE (SME P&A & Drilling and Operations Engineer)
SUMMARY PROFESSIONAL:
Senior petroleum engineer with drilling, completions, operations, and workover experience on onshore and offshore fields. Operations experience includes waterflood and thermal recovery surveillance and offshore drilling and completion design. As engineering supervisor, managed operations, and drilling engineering staff, assisted with annual production forecasts and capital budgets, and prepared quarterly and annual reports of performance versus key indicators.
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY:
Honey Rock Engineers and Advisors, Bakersfield, CA
A Cornerstone Entity
2024 – Present – In the interview/onboarding process with the Honey Rock team to fill a Petroleum Engineer PE (SME P&A & Drilling and Operations Engineer) role.
Berry Corporation
2019 – 2024 As the acting Drilling Operations Manager, I oversaw a significant $96 million capital drilling and sidetrack program spanning the San Joaquin Valley in California and the Uinta Basin in Utah. My responsibilities include supervising a technical team composed of two senior drilling engineers, an engineering technician, a drilling superintendent, and two drilling specialists. I was tasked with preparing the annual budget for submission to executive management and conducting quarterly performance reviews to compare budget and AFE estimates against field estimates and invoiced costs. Additionally, I collaborate with the regulatory team to prepare necessary documents for new well permits from CalGem and job cards from Kern County for CEQA variance. My utmost priority is to ensure that drilling operations are executed safely and in full compliance with all environmental regulations.
California Resources Corporation/ Oxy (2024 – 2002)
2018 – 2019 – Acted as Senior Drilling Engineer for California Resources Corporation’s exploration program for the San Joaquin Valley and the Buena Vista Nose development program. Duties include preparation of well cost estimates, casing, wellhead, cementing, and drilling fluid design, and the preparation of drilling procedures and regulatory permits to CalGem and BLM.
2015 – 2018 – As the Lead Operations Engineer, my role involved reviewing and approving remedial well procedures for all workover operations and completions of oil wells in the San Joaquin Valley, as well as gas wells in the Sacramento Basin. I offered technical input and recommendations to ensure that these procedures are not only safe but also cost-effective. It's crucial to maintain compliance with California's current regulatory requirements concerning well abandonments, water injection (UIC), well stimulation (SB4), and idle well monitoring. Additionally, I prioritized the personal development of my direct reports through training and mentoring initiatives. 2013 – 2015 - As the Drilling Engineering Supervisor, I was responsible for reviewing and approving drilling LICENSE HISTORY:
Licensed
Professional
Engineer
California, P1568
EDUCATION:
University of
Southern California,
M.S. Petroleum
Engineering, 2009
West Virgina
University, B.S.
Petroleum
Engineering, 1982
David Pickens (cont’d)
2 procedures, well cost estimates, hazard risk analyses, and technical details essential for successful drilling operations. I assigned the engineering staff to projects, ensuring that there was an appropriate dedicated manpower for each endeavor. I established standard practices and policies that engineers utilize for new drills, working closely with engineers, superintendents, and asset teams to guarantee that all projects are executed safely and efficiently.
Additionally, I assisted in establishing metrics to assess department performance, identifying both strengths and weaknesses, and setting goals for improvement, by providing necessary data for review with senior management.
Moreover, I oversaw the assignment of service company contract responsibilities to engineers and ensured strict compliance with standards throughout the process.
2012 – 2013 – In my role as Senior Drilling Engineer Advisor, I took charge of preparing drilling procedures, cost estimates, and risk assessments for a variety of wells, including exploratory and development projects, for Vintage Production in California. These projects encompassed deep gas wells in the Sacramento Valley, as well as horizontal and unconventional shale resource plays in formations such as the Monterey and Kreyenhagen shale. Additionally, I served as the lead drilling engineer for a significant managed pressure drilling project undertaken by Vintage, showcasing my expertise and leadership in navigating complex drilling operations. 2007 – 2012 - As Senior Operations Engineer Advisor, I focused on identifying and preparing capital and expense projects for workovers, specifically targeting low permeability sandstone and Monterey shale producers, as well as injection wells. This involved creating comprehensive cost estimates, procedures, and justifications. Additionally, I played a key role in preparing completion procedures for designated areas within the asset development team, with the primary aim of reducing overall capital expenditures. Collaboration was integral to my role, as I worked closely with geoscience, reservoir, operations, and other technical professionals to identify and implement workovers and development plans. In line with mentorship responsibilities, I provided guidance and support to newly hired operations and completion engineers assigned to the asset development team. Furthermore, I was actively involved in overseeing the completion and hydraulic fracturing of recently drilled low-permeability tight gas exploration wells, ensuring their successful execution.
Nuevo Energy Company/ Torch Operating Company
1996 - 2002 – In my role as Lead Drilling Engineer/District Engineer, I provided supervision to operation engineers and an engineering technician within the drilling, completion, and workover group. A significant aspect of my responsibilities involved preparing procedures and overseeing the drilling of medium-radius directional gas wells situated offshore California. Moreover, I was tasked with preparing procedures and AFEs for the drilling and completion of development wells across various projects, including the Midway-Sunset, Cymric Diatomite, and South Belridge thermal recovery initiatives, as well as deep exploratory wells in the San Joaquin Valley. Additionally, I played a pivotal role in the preparation and implementation of the yearly capital budget for the California district, ensuring efficient allocation of resources. Furthermore, I supervised the purchasing coordinator for the district and contributed to the evaluation of bid proposals and contractor performance, further optimizing operational efficiency and effectiveness.
Bechtel Petroleum Operations, Inc.
1992 – 1996 – As a Drilling Engineer, my primary responsibility was to oversee on-site operations for drilling and workovers within the Elk Hills field. These workovers encompassed a range of activities, including acid stimulation and hydraulic fracturing treatments, re-completions, production logging, and artificial lift conversions, ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of operations. Additionally, I played a pivotal role in the preparation of AFEs drilling procedures, and directional plans specifically tailored for horizontal medium and short-radius directional wells, contributing to the strategic planning and execution of drilling operations in the field.
Berry Petroleum Company
1990 – 1992 – In my role as a Drilling/Production Engineer, I took charge of preparing AFEs and drilling procedures tailored for cyclic steam wells, focusing on operations within the South Midway-Sunset heavy oil properties and the David Pickens (cont’d)
3 Piceance Basin in western Colorado. A key aspect of my responsibilities involved recommending and developing written procedures aimed at reducing operating costs while simultaneously boosting production levels. Additionally, I played a crucial role in identifying and recommending suitable candidates for cyclic steam operations, ensuring optimal reservoir management strategies. Moreover, I contributed to the preparation of capital budgets and production forecasts, facilitating strategic planning and decision-making processes within the organization.
Lufkin Industries, Inc.
1986 – 1990 – As an Engineer, my focus centered on evaluating rod pumping systems to enhance lift performance through the analysis of dynamometer data. Utilizing this data, I recommended the most suitable pumping unit geometry, motor size, and rod specifications to align with specific customer requirements, ensuring optimal functionality and efficiency of the systems in question. By leveraging my expertise in this area, I aimed to provide tailored solutions that met and exceeded the expectations of our clients, ultimately contributing to improved operational outcomes.
Shell Oil Company
1982 – 1986 – As a Production Engineer, I undertook a comprehensive review and analysis of well production performance, focusing on the Ventura and Arroyo Grande fields, with a keen eye towards identifying stimulation opportunities aimed at augmenting production levels. Additionally, I supervised acid stimulation operations on injectors, prioritizing enhancements in injectivity and profile control to optimize reservoir management strategies.
Furthermore, I conducted evaluations of various lift systems, including rod pump, gas lift, and submersible lift systems, to recommend operational changes geared towards minimizing lift costs while maintaining or improving production efficiency. Through these efforts, I aimed to contribute to the sustained productivity and profitability of the operations within these fields.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:
Society of Petroleum Engineers
American Association of Drilling Engineers
American Petroleum Institute
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Drill | Develop | Decommission
Andrew Swint
Honey Rock - Senior Drilling and P&A Operations Engineer PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:
Graduate of Colorado School of Mines with twenty-three consecutive years in the oil and gas industry. Thirteen years as a drilling engineer, which includes three years as Team Lead. Designed, planned, and executed over 6500 wells across seven different fields. Ten years in the pumping service designing, planning, and executing various pumping jobs across the western United States, from Alaska to Mexico.
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY:
Honey Rock Engineers and Advisors, Bakersfield, CA
A Cornerstone Entity
2024 – Present – Senior Drilling and P&A Operations Engineer Mr. Swint joins Honey Rock Consulting as a Senior Drilling and P&A (Plug and Abandonment) Operations Engineer. With his extensive expertise and years of experience in drilling engineering, Mr. Swint brings valuable skills and knowledge to the team. His leadership and technical proficiency will play a key role in driving successful project execution and innovation within the company’s operations. Developed and implemented multiple detailed abandonment programs for offshore California including diverse procedures such as section mills, perforate washing and cementing, and casing removals Managed and directed planning for new wells in CA – including providing technical and operational experience for optimized planning
Led creation and oversight of abandonment programs for onshore CA wells, supervising technical teams and resolving complex technical inquiries
Collaborated closely with regulatory bodies (CalGEM) to communicate and incorporate abandonment requirements for continuous improvement
Created standardized abandonment program templates incorporating regulatory (BSEE) compliance and custom VBA programming for rapid adaptability.
Provided technical consulting during vendor visits, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance Managed and coordinated Request for Proposal (RFP) processes for wellsite management and drilling operations, ensuring vendor selection aligned with safety and quality standards Managed project timelines and directed technicians to ensure timely completion of project, overcoming staffing and vendor challenges.
Mentored and trained junior engineers and technicians, fostering team development and enabling company expansion into new operational areas
Aera Energy, Bakersfield, CA
EDUCATION:
Colorado School of
Mines, B.S.
Chemical
Engineering, 2001
Andrew Swint (cont’d)
2 2011 – 2024 – Drilling Engineer
Designed vertical, horizontal, thermal, and sidetrack wells across Aera’s seven fields. o Well depths ranged from 250’ to 13,000’
o Well types ranged from exploitation, water flood, steam flood, steam cycle, water disposal, and CO2
o Completions included perforations, hydraulic fractures, pre-perforated liner, and gravel packs o Sidetracks included reviewing well history and setting abandonment requirements Forecasted, purchased, and managed long lead items for drilling projects Created procedures and cost estimates for drilling and remediation activities Led and supported permitting activities
o Led teams to submit drilling permits
o Supported Techs, giving direction through submission process Provided engineering support to drilling operations
o On-call for rig support with ability to make corrective processes for quick redirection and completion
Monitored daily reports and provided corrections to drilling data errors and corrected well records Responsible for drilling purchases and related invoices o Purchased needed equipment for company as well as specific well needs o Worked with Procurement as an authorized representative to add and adjust contracts o Authorized to approve vendor invoices
Created and monitored drilling KPI data
Created and reviewed drilling lookback reports
Performed root cause failure analysis
o Presented findings to management and preformed corrective actions Led and worked with drilling team to evergreen and improve drilling practices and procedures Evaluated new technology as it applied to Aera
o Technologies included frac sleeves, cement designs, casing heads, redesigned well heads, casing threads, etc.
Led and supported new process as well as process improvements across Aera departments Worked with suppliers to improve processes and procedures o Companies included Golden State Drilling, Kenai Drilling, Sperry Drilling, Scientific Drilling, Weatherford, Halliburton cementing, and many others
Mentored drilling engineers, technicians, and interns Team Lead for Drilling Technical department Managed drilling workload for drilling engineers, drilling consultants, and drilling technicians Developed and executed Drilling department business plan Assisted Aera in preparing annual capital forecast
Andrew Swint (cont’d)
3 Reported company-wide, yearly cost/time estimates to management for decision making Baker Hughes (BJ Services), Bakersfield, CA
2006– 2011 – Region Engineer
Worked with clients and sales personnel to determine appropriate customer needs Designed cement, hydraulic fracture, acid, and sand control pumping jobs o Fields ranged from Alaska and California to Mexico
o Varied well types including gas, oil, injectors, disposal and geothermal wells Provided technical consultation to clients
o Clients included Aera Energy, Oxy, CRC, Berry Petroleum, Conoco Phillips, Seneca, and more Prepared job recommendations
Performed job economic analysis
Provided support to operations
o Communicated well parameters, outlined fluid needs, prepared fluid testing, etc. Directed lab on required fluid tests and parameters
Worked with lab and region office to improve processes Mentored engineers new to the company
Continued technical training with BJ and PetroSkills
o Trainings included hydraulic fracturing, acidizing, cementing, coil tubing, etc Coauthored SPE paper 114220-MS
o Utilizing Organosilane With Hydraulic Fracturing Treatments To Minimize Fines Migration Into the Proppant Pack — A Field Application
BJ Services, Bakersfield, CA & Odessa, TX
2001 – 2006 – District Engineer
Worked as field engineer in West Texas, Southern New Mexico, Colorado, California, Alaska, and Wyoming Worked in customer’s office as a technical representative Provided technical consultation to customers on location Provided engineering support to operations
Gathered and analyzed data on hydraulic fractures, cement, and acid pumping jobs Preformed and monitored quality control of water and fluids Created job reports for customers and internal documentation Participated in technical training with BJ and PetroSkills o Hydraulic fracturing, acidizing, cementing, coil tubing, etc.
SELECTED EXPERIENCE:
Lean Process Improvement training for workplace productivity Andrew Swint (cont’d)
4 Six Sigma training for statistical adjustments to company production Decision Quality training to equip trainees to make high caliber decisions over complex situations Real-time lab experience in brick- and-mortar as well as in the field Technical writing training for report formatting
Proficient in Landmark EDM Applications, ArcGIS Pro, Excel (VBA programing,) Word, MS Access, PowerPoint, Visio, Share Point, SAP, and Aera utilized internal software operations. In 2016, represented Aera as they partnered with JD Rush and Mitsubishi (MetalOne) to test and evaluate new gas tight thermal threads inside a mechanical lab in Aberdeen, Scotland Rev 8/24 1
Patricia Newquist
Senior Planner/ Project Manager
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:
Extensive experience in planning, zoning, environmental and land use matters.
Coordination of projects involving land use approvals and entitlement processes.
Specializing in land planning and subdivisions within a civil engineering and land surveying environment. Excels at effective negotiation and client advocacy.
Represents client projects at director’s hearings, planning commission, city council meetings and board of supervisor’s hearings. Twenty plus years of experience as acting Safety Director including supervision of company safety program. Creation and implementation of Injury and Illness Prevention Program per CalOSHA guidelines.
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY:
Cornerstone Engineering, Inc., Bakersfield, CA
May 2021 – Present - Mrs. Newquist joins the Cornerstone land development and permitting group in support of our client’s proposed projects throughout the state.
McIntosh & Associates, Bakersfield, CA
July 1992 – April 2021 – Extensive experience in planning, zoning, environmental and land use matters. Coordination of projects involving land use approvals and entitlement processes: general plan amendments, zone changes, annexations, conditional use permits, site plans, precise development plans, tentative parcel and tract maps through final map recordation, and specific plans. Specializing in Land Planning and Subdivisions within a Civil Engineering and Land Surveying environment. Coordination with outside consultants concerning various technical studies for Environmental Impact Reports. Mitigation monitoring and annual reporting.
Working directly with clients and building relationships with local and state representatives while processing and coordinating projects through various city, county, and state agencies. Excelling at effective negotiation and client advocacy.
Acting as supervisor and consultant to/with engineering, surveying, and design staff. Representing client projects at director’s hearings, planning commission, city council meetings and board of supervisor’s hearings. Twenty plus years of experience as acting Safety Director including supervision of company safety program. Creation and implementation of Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) per CalOSHA guidelines. Discussion leader for quarterly office safety meetings and preparation of safety meeting material for bi-weekly field safety discussion EDUCATION:
Cal State Fresno
Extension, Urban
& Regional
Planning
Certificate
program 2008
UCLA Extension,
Certificate in
Working in
Contemporary
Native Nations
2006
UCLA Extension,
Urban Planning
Design,
Managing EIR’s,
CEQA & NEPA
Compliance, and
Subdivision Map
Act 2004-2006
College of the
Sequoias A.S.
Business- 1986
Patricia Newquist (cont’d)
2 leaders. Responsible for maintenance of all safety records including OSHA Form 300 Log and Form 300a.
Development of RAVS documentation from systems setup to monthly and quarterly records updates on ISNetworld and PEC portals for client-based, company compliance. Oversaw Workers Compensation claims and reporting.
Warren Pechin & Associates, Bakersfield, CA
July 1991 – July 1992 – General support for an architectural firm including work for a joint venture (KlassenPechin) developing standards and specifications for local High School Development projects.
DeVaney Farming
1989 – 1991 – Management of office staff and daily communications with owners and field supervisors running a multi-faceted farming operation. Work included bookkeeping for five farming operations, payroll, accounts payable and year end reporting.
SELECTED EXPERIENCE AND PROJECTS:
RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS
West Ming Specific Plan – Castle & Cooke California, Inc., Bakersfield, CA – Planner / Project Manager involved with coordination of consultants and technical studies for CEQA mitigated environmental impact report, including mitigation monitoring and annual reporting of Village A improvements for Highgate Communities at Seven Oaks. Preparation of tentative maps and final maps for approximately 430 acres and ten residential tracts with an elementary school and several community parks and recreational centers. Master Planned Community includes one tract dedicated to active adults 55 and older. Multiple Specific Plan Amendments (SPA) for inclusion of roundabouts, clock tower and bell tower. The latest SPA included the development of a 6+ acre Linear Park with Dog Park amenities. Seven Oaks Estates and Seven Oaks at Grand Island – Castle & Cooke California, Inc., Bakersfield, CA – Planning and preparation of tentative maps and final maps for approximately 250 acres surrounding a Championship golf course (including a 9-hole extension) designed by world-renowned architect Robert Muir Graves.
Brimhall Communities – Castle & Cooke California, Inc., Bakersfield, CA – Planning and preparation of tentative maps and final maps for approximately 158 acres with seven residential tracts. Brighton Communities – Castle & Cooke California, Inc., Bakersfield, CA – Planning and preparation of a unique residential development including a tract dedicated to active adults 55 and over. Processed tentative maps and final maps for six residential tracts located off Stockdale Hwy between Jewetta Avenue and Allen Road.
Old River Ranch – ORR Development, LLC, Bakersfield, CA – Planner / Project Manager including development of Old River Ranch Specific Plan 228 acres. Phase 1 include four residential tracts including private and public parks utilizing the Old River Ranch Parks and Trails Plan. Recent approvals include a Planned Unit Development (PUD), Park Agreement, set-up of HOA and coordination with attorneys in review and exhibits for CC&R’s. Processing and approval of substantial conformance maps, and final maps. Including mitigation monitoring annual reports.
Heritage Ranch Specific Plan – Franmar, Shafter, CA – Planner / Project Manager for an Amendment to the Specific Plan including recordation of a phased map for finance purposes. Panama Lane & Old River Road – Nicholson-Combs, Bakersfield, CA – Planner / Project Manager involving multiple approvals. A Planned Commercial Development (PCD) for an 18 acre commercial shopping center including a deviation from development standards to allow standard combined sidewalk and landscape based on vesting of the tentative parcel map. Separate GPA/ZC and Site Plan Review for a Duplex Development on Patricia Newquist (cont’d)
3 18 acres north of the commercial site. GPA/ZC included a split vote at Planning Commission, a neighborhood outreach meeting, and approval at City Council on Appeal. Numerous Vesting Tentative Tracts and Parcel Maps for Various Developer’s – Bakersfield and Kern County, - Planner / Project Manager for entitlements and processing of tentative maps through final map recordation that included properties within various city and county jurisdictions. Developer’s and Home Builder’s include: John Balfanz Homes, Summit Capital Ventures, Inc., DR Horton CA3, Western Pacific Housing, K. Hovnanian, Lennar Homes, RGF, Panama Lane Properties, LLC, Jeremy Willer Construction, Urban Land Advisors, MG3 Partners, Kern Land Partners, Berkshire Partners, LLC, Black Ops, LLC, Encanto Gardens, City in the Hills, Workman Brothers, Nicholson-Combs, KSA Homes, Oriole Homes, Towery Homes, and Snow Road Partners.
COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL PROJECTS
The Outlets at Tejon – Joint Venture Development of Tejon Ranch Co. and The Rockefeller Group (TRRC) – Lebec, CA - Planner / Project Manager for a 365,206 square foot center located on a 59+ acre site is part of Tejon Ranch, residing along Interstate 5, just north of the Grapevine, one of California’s most traveled highways. The Outlets is home to more than 70 premier retailers. Provided assistance with entitlements including tentative parcel map and final mapping, Precise Development Plans and Modifications, Lot Line Adjustments, and various easements.
Tejon Industrial Complex – Tejon Ranch, Lebec, CA – Planner / Project Manager included various land planning and entitlement processes to develop the approximately 200 acre industrial complex. This included review of the Draft Administrative EIR for the project along with various other technical studies. Work also included Precise Development and Modification approvals, Tentative map and final map recordation’s and, Lot Line Adjustments through the county.
Amazon – for private developer and GrayCor Construction, Kern County, CA – Planning and entitlements including a Precise Development Plan and Lot Line Adjustment for a 640,000 square foot fulfillment center located on Merle Haggard Drive and Wings Way north of Meadows Field Airport. Shops at River Walk – Castle & Cooke Commercial, Inc., Bakersfield, CA – Planner / Project Manager for a Planned Commercial Development (PCD) with 49 acres office park and shopping center set along the Kern River and adjacent to the The Park at River Walk, one of the premier parks in Bakersfield. The center was planned to have approximately 500,000 square feet of office, retail, and restaurant space. The center is anchored by a 140,000 square foot Target and includes several top restaurants and retail shops. Work also included tentative map and final map, and parcel map waivers to separate the various building pads. Riverlakes Galleria – DCM Assets Management, LLC, Bakersfield, CA – Planner / Project Manager for a retail shopping center on approximately 21.5 acres including 150,000 square feet of commercial use located in northwest Bakersfield. Center includes 30 retail shops, gas station, and fast-food stores. A Walmart Neighborhood Market is the anchor. Work included entitlements, site plan review, tentative parcel map and final mapping.
The Marketplace Shopping Center – Castle & Cooke Commercial, Inc., and Westar Associates, Bakersfield, CA – Planner /Project Manager for design and development of the 30 acre shopping center. Work included GPA/ZC entitlements and tentative parcel map through final map recordation. Gosford Village – Castle & Cooke Commercial, Inc., Bakersfield, CA – Planner / Project Manager for an 80 acre retail shopping center with 680.000 square feet of commercial retail including 220,000 square foot Walmart Super Center anchor and a 130,000 square foot Sam’s Club. Center also includes various retail shops, a bank, and restaurants including both sit down and drive-thru options. Work included entitlements, tentative and final map recordation including various minor lot line adjustments to meet user demands.
Patricia Newquist (cont’d)
4 Silver Wings Industrial Complex – Silver Wings Real Estate, LLC, Kern County, CA – Planner / Project Manager for a 110.5 acre industrial center containing 47 parcels on Merle Haggard Drive. Entitlements and ongoing Precise Development modifications for projects including incorporation of a roundabout and design build projects of which HADCO Metal Trading was the first. Many other end users are currently under design and construction.
MEDICAL AND INSTITUTIONAL PROJECTS
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital – Radian Design Group, Inc., Bakersfield, CA – Planner / Project Manager for a pediatric pavilion for ER care.
Dignity Health Dr. Hans Einstein Main Hospital Entrance and Parking Design, Bakersfield, CA – Planner / Project Manager including a Comprehensive Sign Plan and permit approval. Adventist Health (Formerly San Joaquin Community Hospital) Imaging Center and Medical Offices, Bakersfield, CA – Various entitlements and Parcel Merger including street vacations for the development site. Mercy Southwest – Dignity Health and Cunningham Group Architects, Bakersfield, CA – Planner / Project Manager Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Review for a new medical center facility including a helipad. Valley Children’s Hospital Clinic – Bakersfield, CA – Planner / Project Manager for Lot Line Adjustment and Site Plan Review, including shared access and parking easements.
WIND ENERGY & ALTERNATIVE ENERGY PROJECTS
Wind Turbine Project – Turbine locations include Windstar, Windswept, Mesa – Western Wind Energy, Tehachapi, CA – Assisted with site development including GPA/ZC, permits, and access easements. Wind Turbine Project – Prepare grading plan and pads including roads for (53) Turbine locations for the Windstar project – PMT, Inc., Tehachapi, CA – Assisted with site plan and access easements.
AFFILIATIONS:
American Planning Association
California Land Surveyors Association
Word for Word Ministries, Inc.
Secretary/Treasurer
2012 – Present
Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce
Leadership Bakersfield Class of 2008
Team Advisor 2009-2011
Advisory Council 2011-2017
Chair 2016
Kern Leadership Alliance
Board of Directors 2014-Present
Garden Pathways
Mentor 2003-2007
AYSO – Region 73
Board of Directors 1992-1995
Registrar
ALAN E. WHITE, PE
661.301.4327 | [email protected]
Bakersfield, CA
Current Executive Leadership
PRINCIPAL ENGINEER AND CFO, Miocene, Inc., Bakersfield, CA—2015 to Present Website: miocene-engr.com CSLB A General Engineering 1059256 Launched oil/gas consultancy delivering top-tier engineering insights to drilling, completion, workover, abandonment/re-abandonment, and project management in oil and gas.
• Engineer and Project Manager for two complex sidetrack and re-intercept two wells in the Los Angeles Basin. The purpose of the work was re-abandon previously abandoned oil wells that were posing a hazard for future re-development of the properties. • Designed running tools and served as Project Manager for a seismometer and strain meter installation in Mammoth Mountain Geothermal Field for International Scientific Drilling Program, USGS, Scripts Institute, Sandia National Labs, Duke University, and Carnage Mellon University. The project set a world record for the deepest installation of strain meters and seismometers in the world.
• Repeated project for San Andreas Fault Observatory at Depth (SAFOD) to monitor downhole micro earthquakes and fault movement on the San Andreas Fault in Parkfield, California.
• Drilled six 9,000’ wells in Mountain View Field and completed two wells in 2019 -2022. Completed three 12,000’ Rio Viejo Field wells for Grapevine Energy in 2017 – 2020, Kern County, California. • Drilled two horizontal sidetracks with a connection wishbone for 5E Advanced Materials In situ Boron mine in 2025, Barstow California.
• Numerous well abandonment, re-abandonment, and facility demolition projects in California and Colorado in support of oil and gas operators and real estate development companies.
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, ERG Operating Company, LLC., Bakersfield, CA—2016 to 2019 ERG’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy plan was approved in 2015 and Mr. White was appointed the CEO by the Bankruptcy Trustee on behalf of Beal Bank and managed all aspects of the operations including investments to increase production and to market the assets for disposition. ERG’s operations produced over 2.000 barrels of oil per day and were focused in the Cat Canyon and Casmalia Oil Fields, Santa Barbara County, California. Mr. White managed environmental compliance along with numerous California regulatory permitting efforts including the field wide Cat Canyon Aquifer Exemption and the Land Use Planning permitting process for the West Cat Canyon Revitalization Project and Foxen Pipeline Project. ERG successfully closed a sales transaction in June of 2019 and Alan completed the transition to the new buyer at the end of July 2019.
OPERATIONAL ADVISOR,Opportune LLP., Bakersfield, CA—2019 to 2020 Mr. White served as an operational advisor to the bank group lead by JP Morgan for the bankruptcy planning and filing by California Resources Company. Alan’s extensive knowledge of CRC’s assets was instrumental in ground truthing the operational plans presented to the bank group.
This knowledge was gained by Alan as the Operations Manager for Oxy Elk Hills for five years and his role as President and General Manager of Oxy Vintage California.
OPERATIONAL RESTRUCTURING ADVISOR, E&B Natural Resources Management Corporation, Bakersfield, CA—2020 to current Mr. White is currently serving as an operational restricting advisor to E&B under a forbearance agreement with E&B lenders. The major elements of the role included: an operational controls assessment, a review of operating cost, an operating cost reduction plan, a plan of development, internal engineering report support, plan of development, and business plan. The operational controls review identified gaps in the operating cost and capital cost management systems. Miocene has completed the installation of operational controls and has developed value of work tracking and estimating systems and Key Performance Indicator dashboard for operational and financials metrics.
ALAN E. WHITE, PE 661.301.4327 | [email protected] | Page 2 of 4 Oil & Gas Career in Brief
DIRECTOR OF MIDDLE EAST MAJOR PROJECTS,Occidental International Oil & Gas Company, Abu Dhabi & Region-Wide—2013 to 2015 Built 1 billion CF/day sour gas plant, leading 40,000 staff to exceed expectations in complex geographical, logistical, and cultural conditions.
PRESIDENT & GENERAL MANAGER, Vintage Production California LLC (a division of Oxy), Bakersfield, CA—2012 Drove $500M turnaround in 12 months. Led all BU assets—across Northern CA, San Joaquin Valley, Sacramento Valley, Ventura Basins.
OPERATIONS MANAGER, Vintage Production California LLC (a division of Oxy), Bakersfield, CA—2011 - 2012 Sparked accountable, high-performance culture in new division created by 10 acquisitions, cutting cost and raising efficiency for 125 properties.
OPERATIONS MANAGER, OXY ELK HILLS,Occidental Oil & Gas Company, Bakersfield, CA—2007 to 2011 Held full P&L for $1B Elk Hills, leading 400 FTEs, 3K contractors. Cut per-barrel cost 30%; built $200M gas plant; added 20 years’ water disposal.
RESERVOIR MANAGEMENT TEAM LEADER, OXY ELK HILLS, Occidental Oil & Gas Company, Bakersfield, CA—2006 to 2007 Led non-unit properties intended to offset Elk Hills. Expanded production despite aging equipment, exceeding expectations while cutting costs.
OPERATIONS ENGINEERING TEAM LEADER, OXY ELK HILLS, Occidental Oil & Gas Company, Bakersfield, CA—2005 to 2006 Completed 500 new wells and ~1,000 interventions annually by motivating engineering team to apply innovation and creative problem solving.
SENIOR OPERATIONS ENGINEERING ADVISOR, OXY ELK HILLS, Occidental Oil & Gas Company, Bakersfield, CA—2003 to 2005 Created new well design offering Occidental enhanced production at ~25% the average cost of then-current well designs.
Education & Board Appointments
B.S., Petroleum Engineering—Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, LA Registered Professional Petroleum Engineer (CA): P01747 Registered Professional Engineer, Petroleum P1747, California Department of Consumer Affairs, Petroleum 80661, Arizona Board of Technical Registration
Chair of the Production Committee, Western States Petroleum Association, 2009–2011, Committee Member, 2006–2011 Board Member, California Natural Gas Producers Association, California Independent Petroleum Foundation, 2011–2012 Board of Directors, San Joaquin Valley Section, American Petroleum Institute, 2005–2007 Member, Society of Petroleum Engineers, San Joaquin Valley Section Member, American Association of Drilling Engineers
EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP
PRINCIPAL ENGINEER AND CFO, Miocene, Inc.—Bakersfield, CA 2015 to Present Petroleum Engineering; provides drilling, completion, workovers, abandonment/re-abandonment and lease operations statewide.
STARTUPS BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT THOUGHT LEADERSHIP RECRUITMENT, TRAINING & MENTORING OPERATIONS CONTRACTOR MANAGEMENT Collaborate with leading oil/gas engineer Jack Cook to service clients with major drilling, completing, and workover challenges.
Recruit and lead teams with extensive engineering thought leadership and operational experience throughout urban, agricultural, mountain, and sensitive environmental habitats statewide.
Head all aspects of business development in challenging market—recruiting six ongoing clients and portfolio of one-time projects.
Provide strategic leadership in production engineering, enhanced oil recovery (EOR), lease operations and operational engineering, and regulatory permitting.
Develop team of recognized, reliable experts, including Jack Cook. Champion integrity and transparency in era of remarkable engineering and market challenges.
ALAN E. WHITE, PE 661.301.4327 | [email protected] | Page 3 of 4 PERSONNEL WITH HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE AT: Monterey & Antelope Shales Cat Canyon Elk Hills Asphalto/Railroad Gap Buena Vista Monument Junction North Shafter Rose South Belridge Other Projects Throughout Santa Barbara/Kerns Stevens Sandstone Reservoirs: Landslide Rio Viejo Paloma Yowlumne Buena Vista Elk Hills All Dry Gas Basins Across Northern California A
• At Oxy Elk Hills and Oxy Vintage lead a team that demolished oil and gas facilities at Rincon, San Miguelito, Pacoma, Cat Canyon, Elk Hills, and Buena Vista
• Successful well abandonment and re-abandonment projects in Los Angeles Basin, Ventura, San Joaquin Valley, and Northern California. Current project is located near Santa Cruz and includes 12 wells and four production facilities. • Seconded engineer for Bolthouse Properties on Seven Oaks Business Park and Belcourt at Seven Oaks business and residential development over existing oilfield with wells requiring re-abandonment. • Provide complex engineering and project management support to Southern California Gas and PG&E gas storage projects in California.
• Manage/supervise subcontracted workforce selected and developed to meet specific operating challenges.
Director of Middle East Major Projects, Occidental International Oil & Gas—Abu Dhabi, UAE & Region-Wide 2012 to 2015 Founded 1920, $12.6B Occidental has $43.7B in total assets and produces 680,000 BOE daily, making it #364 on Forbes’ Global 2000.
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION LARGE CAPITAL PROJECTS PROJECT & PROGRAM MANAGEMENT INFLUENCING Provided executive oversight and strategic consulting for major capital projects and business units. Recruited by general manager, Oxy Elk Hills, to build 1 billion CF/day sour gas plant under tough desert conditions. Managed, motivated, and led 40,000 personnel while serving as visionary and architect for a tremendously complex feat—heading logistics of a landmark Oxy project requiring the build-out of UAE’s first commercial railroad. Contributed culture-savvy leadership to projects in Oman and Qatar. • Managed drilling and completion for HTHP, high H2S gas wells (30% H2S) in the Al Hosn gas project. Overall oversight of construction of sour gas plant to process gas and produce 20 metric tons per day of palletized Sulphur. • Used cultural insight to maintain motivation of local workforce despite laws prohibiting disciplinary measures. Provided collaborative, respectful leadership—gathering data from local experts and asking incisive questions while crafting strategy.
President & General Manager, Vintage Production California LLC (a division of Oxy)—Bakersfield, CA 2012 Occidental division leading all drilling and production for Northern California, San Joaquin Valley, Sacramento Valley, and Ventura.
OPERATIONAL TURNAROUNDS PROCESS IMPROVEMENT COST REDUCTION STRATEGIC PLANNING BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT TEAM LEADERSHIP Promoted to lead turnaround of BU losing $250M annually—achieving $500M turnaround within 12 months. Following successful BU re-launch, invited to head the entire organization, providing full strategic and operational leadership for all related oil/gas assets. • Lead project to demolish
• Improved ROI on underutilized assets through acquisitions, in-house oil recovery, and projects on existing properties.
EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP, CONTINUED
Operations Manager, Vintage Production California LLC (a division of Oxy)—Bakersfield, CA 2011 to 2012 PROCESS IMPROVEMENT POLICY & PROCEDURE DEVELOPMENT PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT COST REDUCTION ENGINEERING INNOVATION Provided day-to-day leadership for new business unit handling all California operations outside Elk Hill and Los Angeles. Developed common processes, procedures, and culture for division created through 10 acquisitions—modeling Oxy’s business ethos across 125 properties with over 3,000 wells. Drove cultural unification by starting in the field with staff who’d seen no leaders face-to-face in years. • Improved efficiency, production, and safety by developing site-specific operator playbooks for each team to consult. • Reduced cost across the board by introducing cost control systems and formalizing asset development management. • Incentivized performance through friendly competition, meeting each field operator to establish ambitious goals. • Overcame immense environmental challenges in wetlands, mountain range, new Pacific Ocean Coastal Zone wells, and more.
Operations Manager, Oxy Elk Hills, Occidental Oil & Gas(in 2011: Vintage Production), Bakersfield, CA 2007 to 2011 Elk Hills Oil Field, discovered 1911, is the 5th-largest oil field in California and its #1 natural gas field, with 700B cubic feet in reserve.
STRATEGIC PLANNING OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT LARGE CAPITAL PROJECTS ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE COST REDUCTION ENGINEERING ALAN E. WHITE, PE 661.301.4327 | [email protected] | Page 4 of 4 Held full P&L for $1B asset, heading operations as report to general manager and president. Led all drilling, completion, workovers, daily production and facility engineering—including 400 FTEs, 3,000 contractors. Maximized production of complex site with multiple reservoir types sharing infrastructure: A situation demanding fresh perspective to align personnel structure with executive vision. • Reduced operating costs 30% to ~$14/barrel by re-engineering field management structure, integrating rival groups, and eliminating silos. Raised managers’ morale across the board and eliminated rivalries with common objectives and rewards. • Built and launched $200M gas plant on time and under budget—ensuring commercial viability of 100K BOE/day and 400M cubic feet of gas/day by reducing CO2 and nitrogen levels to meet utility specifications. • Added 20 years of water disposal capacity by creating and permitting disposal project, ending ad-hoc shallow disposal.
Reservoir Management Team Leader, Oxy Elk Hills, Occidental Oil & Gas—Bakersfield, CA 2006 to 2007 TEAM LEADERSHIP RESERVOIR ENGINEERING DRILLING STRATEGY ENHANCED OIL RECOVERY (EOR) COST REDUCTION PRODUCTION GROWTH Appointed as team leader for non-unit properties to offset Elk Hills asset. Led reservoir engineering, geological surveys, FCC reserve reporting, and strategy/planning for new drilling locations and enhanced recovery projects. Exceeded expectations with an older well. • Increased production beyond executive expectations through effective geological planning and well engineering. • Reduced costs significantly by capturing economies of scale, integrating new offset properties into existing assets.
Operations Engineering Team Leader, Oxy Elk Hills, Occidental Oil & Gas—Bakersfield, CA 2005 to 2006 TEAM LEADERSHIP PROCESS IMPROVEMENT ENGINEERING TRAINING & MENTORING PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT PROJECT MANAGEMENT Supported five reservoir management teams—the only engineer to work with more than one—as operations engineering expert.
Led staff supervising all rig operations in the field, effectively managing competing priorities of multiple stakeholders while inspiring engineers to bring greater creativity and innovation to bear on challenges. Instituted thorough program reviews to demonstrate to team members that their work was valued and had impact, helping them become more alert to improvement opportunities. • Cultivated multiple engineers to leadership roles, freeing them from “rut” by training them on new tools and techniques. • Completed ~500 new wells and ~1,000 interventions per year, impacting five teams—99%+ of work meeting estimates.
EARLY CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Sr. Ops Engineering Advisor, Oxy Elk Hills, Occidental Oil & Gas (2003–2005): Created new well design offering greater productivity at 25% usual cost.
Drilling & Production Mgr., DCOR (2000–2003): Learned fundamental cost control principles from CEO of small, independent firm.
Drilling & Production Mgr., Buena Vista Development Co. (1998–1999): As founding partnership for the firm broke down, gained skills in evaluating the operational and personnel potential of underutilized assets and planning productivity from acquiring side.
Appendix B
Rate Sheet
Revision: 8/21/2025
Approvals:
Hourly Rate Schedule - Effective August 2025
Resource Type Hourly Rate
Engineering Note: Note: CA-Licensed Mechanical, Process, Civil, and other disciplines on staff Principal Regulatory & Permitting Strategist $295
Principal Energy and Land Advisor $221
Energy and Land Advisor $205
Principal Engineer/Chief Engineer $208
Subject Matter Expert (SME) $230 to $325
Program Manager / Asset Retirement $250
Senior P&A Operations Engineer $210
Senior Drilling Operations Engineer $215
Production Engineer 1 / 2 / 3 $125 / $165 / $195
Bonding and Planning Advisor SME $235
Asset Retirement Surface Remediation SME $235
Engineer 1 / 2 / 3 $116 / $140 / $167
Project Engineer 1 / 2 / 3 $116 / $140 / $167
Engineer 4 PE $198
Structural Engineer SE $208
Geologists, Reservoir, and Petroleum Engineers Note: CA-Licensed Petroleum Engineers / PG's on Staff Staff Geologist / Staff Geologist PG $152 / $177
Senior Geologist / Senior Geologist PG $198 / $226
Senior Geology Advisor $236
Reservoir Engineer / Petroleum Engineer PE $240 to $303 Complex Abandonment Specialist (re-entry) $315
Well Site Operations Supervision
Well Site Manager 1 / 2 / 3 $105 / $115 / $120
Drill Site Manager $132
Project Support
Planner 1 / Planner 2 $116 / $152
Chief Planner $206
Idel Well Coordinator 1 / 2 / 3 $116 / $152 / $172
Project Specialist 1 / 2 / 3 $116 / $152 / $172
Project Manager 1 / 2 / 3 $146 / $163 / $188
Chief Project Manager $206
Engineering Tech 1 / 2 / 3 $83 / $95 / $119
Construction Rep 1 / 2 / 3 $116 / $146 / $167
Project Controls Analyst 1 / 2 $113 / $132
Project Controls Lead $156
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