Willits City Council
May 11, 2022

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Willits, California 95490
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WILLITS CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA
MAY 11, 2022 | 6:30 PM | VIA TELECONFERENCE
Due to the provisions of the Governor’s new Executive Orders N-15-21 (Assembly Bill 361) which continues to suspend certain requirements of the Brown Act, and the Order of the Health Officer of the County of Mendocino to impose/recommend measures to promote social distancing to minimize the spread of COVID-19, the City Council will be participating by tele/video conference.

TELECONFERENCING ATTENDANCE INSTRUCTIONS
How to attend this Council meeting remotely – See end of the agenda.

1. OPENING MATTERS
a. Call to Order. | b. Pledge to Flag. | c. Roll Call.

2. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
The City Council welcomes participation in its meetings. Comments shall be limited to three (3) minutes per person so that everyone has an opportunity to address the Council. To expedite matters and avoid repetition, whenever any group of persons wishes to address the Council on the same subject matter, the Mayor may request the group appoints a spokesperson. This item is limited to matters under the jurisdiction of the City Council, which are not on the posted agenda. Public criticism of the City Council, Commission, Boards and Agencies will not be prohibited. The City Council will take no action.

3. PUBLIC MATTERS
a. Presentation by the California Conservation Corp – Update on Willits Campus b. Local Road Safety Plan (Willits) Presentation – Mendocino Council of Governments & TJKM (Transportation Planning Consultants)
c. PUBLIC HEARING - Discussion and Possible Action on Application for General Plan Amendment GPA 21-02 and Rezone ZC 21-02 for David Lovell.

Presenting staff member: Community Development Director Duley

4. ENACTMENT OF ORDINANCES
a. None.

5. CONSENT CALENDAR
The City Council considers matters listed under the Consent Calendar as routine. The Council will take action with a single motion and roll call vote. A Councilmember may request the removal of an item(s) from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion and subsequent action.

The following items as presented are before the City Council for approval or denial:
a. City Council Minutes:
i. March 23, 2022
ii. April 27, 2022
Willits City Council Agenda – May 11, 2022.

b. Authorize the Purchase of two 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 4x4 Pickup Trucks with Utility Bodies one for each of the Water and Wastewater Departments for the State Contract Pricing of $54,731.18 each (Total of $109,462.36) from Elk Grove Auto/Winner Chevrolet and Authorize the City Manager to Execute Purchasing Documents. c. Resolution ratifying and extending for an additional 30-days, approval of continuing Virtual City Council, Commission, and Committee meetings pursuant to AB 361.

6. MONTHLY ACTIVITY REPORTS
Matters that do not require action by the City Council but are of public interest. a. Business License Activity for April 2022.

7. COMMISSIONS, AGENCIES AND AUTHORITIES
The Willits City Council meets concurrently as the City of Willits Planning Commission & City of Willits Successor Agency.

8. CITY MANAGER REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
a. Verbal Reports – No Action.

9. DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDATIONS (ACTION ITEMS)
a. Discussion and Possible Adoption of a Resolution Awarding a Contract to Bouthillier’s Construction, Inc. In an Amount not to Exceed $997.113.00 for the Construction of the Blosser Lane Rehabilitation Project, Phase I (Project No. 2022-02) and Authorize the City Manager to execute the Contract and Approve Construction Change Orders up to a Cumulative Total of 10% of the Total Contract Amount, and to Approve Final Plans and Specifications for Said Project.

Presenting staff member: Project Manager Ronco.
b. Approval to Apply and Receive Funds from California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery SB 1383 Local Assistance Grant Program.

Presenting staff member: Community Development Director Duley

10. DEPARTMENT MONTHLY REPORTS – (presented at the second meeting of each month) None presented.

11. CITY COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS, COMMUNICATIONS AND REPORTS

12. GOOD & WELFARE

13. CLOSED SESSION NOTICE
a. Conference with Legal Counsel Pursuant to Government Code §54956.9 – Existing Litigation:

Alexis Blaylock vs the City of Willits; Mendocino County Superior Court, Case No. 21CV00310

14. ADJOURNMENT
Right to Appeal - Persons who are dissatisfied with the decisions of the City Council may have the right to a review of that decision by a court. The City has adopted Section 1094.6 of the Code of Civil Procedure, which generally limits to 90- days, the time within an individual and/or entity may judicially challenge the decisions of the City Boards and Agencies.

I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that I posted the foregoing Agenda on the bulletin board at the main entrance of the City of Willits City Hall, located at 111 East Commercial Street, Willits, California, not less than 72 hours prior to the meeting set forth on this Agenda.

Dated this 5th day of May, 2022.

Delores Pedersen, City Clerk
Willits City Council Agenda – May 11, 2022.

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1 City of Willits
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Contents
Executive Summary .......................................................................................................................................................iv

1. Introduction ............................................................................................................................................................. 7 What is a LRSP?........................................................................................................................................................... 7 Vision and Goals of the LRSP................................................................................................................................. 7 Study Area..................................................................................................................................................................... 7 Safety Partners............................................................................................................................................................. 9

2. Existing Planning Efforts................................................................................................................................... 12

3. Collision Data Collection and Analysis........................................................................................................ 18 Demographic and Jurisdictional Characteristics.......................................................................................... 20 Data Collection......................................................................................................................................................... 22 Collision Data Analysis........................................................................................................................................... 22 Preliminary Analysis................................................................................................................................................ 23 Fatal and Severe Injury Collision Analysis ...................................................................................................... 28 Geographic Collision Analysis............................................................................................................................. 35 Collision Severity Weight...................................................................................................................................... 41 High-Injury Locations............................................................................................................................................. 43 High-Injury Corridors ............................................................................................................................................. 46

4. Emphasis Areas.................................................................................................................................................... 47 The Four E’s OF Traffic Safety ............................................................................................................................. 47 Existing Traffic Safety Efforts in the City of Willits ...................................................................................... 48 Factors considered in the determination of Emphasis Areas ................................................................. 49

5. Countermeasure Identification...................................................................................................................... 57 Countermeasure Selection................................................................................................................................... 57 Draft Countermeasure Toolbox ......................................................................................................................... 58 Signalized Intersections Countermeasures.................................................................................................... 58 Non-Signalized Intersections Countermeasures ......................................................................................... 59 Roadway Countermeasures................................................................................................................................. 60 Other Countermeasures........................................................................................................................................ 62

6. Safety Projects...................................................................................................................................................... 63 High-Collision Network Projects........................................................................................................................ 63

7. Evaluation and Implementation .................................................................................................................... 67 Implementation........................................................................................................................................................ 68 Monitoring and Evaluation .................................................................................................................................. 69 LRSP Update.............................................................................................................................................................. 69 City of Willits
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List of Figures
Figure 1. City of Willits: Study Area Map................................................................................................................ 8 Figure 2. City's website and social media posting.............................................................................................. 9 Figure 3. Project Website: www.mendocinosaferoads.com......................................................................... 10 Figure 4. City of Willits - Public Comments........................................................................................................ 11 Figure 5. All Injury Collisions: City of Willits (2015-2019) ............................................................................. 19 Figure 6. Collisions by Severity (2015-2019)...................................................................................................... 22 Figure 7. Five Year Collision Trend ........................................................................................................................ 23 Figure 8. Intersection vs, Roadway Segment Collisions - All Collisions................................................... 24 Figure 9. Intersections vs. Roadway Segment Collisions - F+SI Collisions............................................. 24 Figure 10. Collision Type: All Collisions vs. F+SI Collisions .......................................................................... 25 Figure 11. Violation Category: All Collisions vs. F+SI Collisions................................................................. 25 Figure 12. Motor Vehicle Involved With: All Collisions vs. F+SI Collisions............................................. 26 Figure 13. Lighting Conditions: All Collisions vs. F+SI Collisions............................................................... 26 Figure 14. Weather Conditions: All Collisions vs. F+SI Collisions .............................................................. 27 Figure 15. Time of the Day: All Collisions vs. F+SI Collisions....................................................................... 27 Figure 16. F+SI Collisions, 2015-2019.................................................................................................................. 28 Figure 17. Violation Category: FSI Roadway Segment vs. Intersection Collisions ............................... 29 Figure 18. Collision Type vs. Violation Category: Roadway Segment FSI Collisions........................... 29 Figure 19. Collision Type vs. Violation Category: Intersection FSI Collisions ........................................ 30 Figure 20. Collision Type vs. Motor Vehicle Involved With: Roadway Segment FSI Collisions....... 30 Figure 21. Collision Type vs. Motor Vehicle Involved With: Intersection FSI Collisions .................... 31 Figure 22. Motor Vehicle Involved with vs. Violation Category: Roadway Segment FSI Collisions ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 31 Figure 23. Motor Vehicle Involved with vs. Violation Category: Intersection FSI Collisions............ 32 Figure 24. Collision Type vs. Lighting Conditions: Roadway Segment FSI Collisions......................... 32 Figure 25. Collision Type vs. Lighting Conditions: Intersection FSI Collisions ...................................... 33 Figure 26. Party at Fault: Gender vs. Age - Roadway Segment FSI Collisions....................................... 33 Figure 27. Party at Fault: Gender vs. Age - Intersection FSI Collisions..................................................... 34 Figure 28. Vehicle-Pedestrian Collisions ............................................................................................................. 36 Figure 29. Intersection Collisions ........................................................................................................................... 37 Figure 30. Unsafe Speed Collisions ....................................................................................................................... 38 Figure 31. Improper Turning Collisions ............................................................................................................... 39 Figure 32. Hit Object Collisions............................................................................................................................... 40 Figure 33. EPDO Score: City of Willits................................................................................................................... 42 Figure 34. City of Willits: High Injury Network.................................................................................................. 44 City of Willits
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List of Tables
Table 1. Document Review Summary................................................................................................................... 13 Table 2. Willits and Mendocino Population and Centerline Miles ............................................................ 20 Table 3. Mendocino County Commute to Work Census Data.................................................................... 20 Table 4. Jurisdiction Ranking ................................................................................................................................... 21 Table 5. Office of Traffic Safety Ratings 2018.................................................................................................... 21 Table 6. Collisions by Severity and Facility Type .............................................................................................. 23 Table 7. EPDO Score used in HSIP Cycle 10....................................................................................................... 41 Table 8. High-injury Intersections.......................................................................................................................... 45 Table 9. High Injury Corridors ................................................................................................................................. 46 Table 10. Existing Programs Summary................................................................................................................. 48 Table 11. Emphasis Area 1 Strategies................................................................................................................... 50 Table 12. Emphasis Area 2 Strategies................................................................................................................... 51 Table 13. Emphasis Area 3 Strategies................................................................................................................... 52 Table 14. Emphasis Area 4 Strategies................................................................................................................... 53 Table 15. Emphasis Area 5 Strategies................................................................................................................... 54 Table 16. Emphasis Area 6 Strategies................................................................................................................... 55 Table 17. Emphasis Area 7 Strategies................................................................................................................... 56 Table 18. List of Viable Safety Projects ................................................................................................................ 64 Table 19. Potential Funding Sources .................................................................................................................... 67 Appendices
Appendix A: Matrix of Planning Goals, Policies, and Projects Appendix B: Consolidated Collision Database
Appendix C: HSIP Eligible Countermeasures
Appendix D: Countermeasure Toolbox
Appendix E: B/C Ratio Calculation - LRSM (2020)
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Executive Summary
The City of Willits’s Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP) is a comprehensive plan that creates a framework to systematically identify and analyze traffic safety related issues and recommend projects and countermeasures. The LRSP aims to reduce fatal and severe injury collisions through a prioritized list of improvements that can enhance safety on local roadways.

The LRSP takes a proactive approach to addressing safety needs. It is viewed as a guidance document that can be a source of information and ideas. It can also be a living document, one that is routinely reviewed and updated by City staff and their safety partners to reflect evolving collision trends and community needs and priorities. With the LRSP as a guide, the City will be able to ready to apply for grant funds, such as the federal Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP).

Chapter 1 – Introduction
The Introduction presents the project, describes how this report is organized, summaries the vision and goals, the study area for the LRSP, details how the report is organized and introduces the safety partners.

Chapter 2 – Existing Planning Efforts
This chapter summarizes existing City and regional planning documents and projects that are relevant to the LRSP. It ensures that the recommendations of the LRSP are in line with existing goals, objectives, policies, or projects. This chapter summarized the following documents: Willits General Plan Vision 2020 (1992), Willits Safe Routes to School Action Plan (2017), City of Willits Traffic Safety Evaluation (2010), Willits Main Street Corridor Enhancement Plan (2017), City of Willits Bicycle and Pedestrian Specific Plan (2009), Downtown Willits Streets and Alleys Connectivity Study (2017), Willits Circulation and Parking Improvement Plan (2002), Willits Bypass Before and After Study (2017), City of Willits FY 2020-2021 Budget, Mendocino County Rail-with-Trail Corridor Plan (2012)and Mendocino County Regional Active Transportation Plan (2017).

Chapter 3 – Collision Data Collection and Analysis
Collision data was obtained and analyzed for a five-year period from 2015 to 2019 from the California Highway Patrol’s Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS) and the University of California at Berkeley SafeTREC’s Transportation Injury Mapping Service (TIMS).

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There were a total of 200 collisions reported City-wide from 2015 to 2019. Out of these, 157 collisions (78 percent) were PDO collisions, 24 collisions (12 percent) led to complaint of pain injury and 12 collisions (6 percent) led to a visible injury. There were 7 F+SI high injury collisions (fatal + severe injury collisions) of which all collisions led to a severe injury.

For fatal and severe injury (F+SI) collisions, 43 percent of collisions were pedestrian collisions which have occurred on Main Street. This calls for evaluating pedestrian conditions along the high injury network and throughout the City with similar characteristics that are highly unsafe for pedestrians. Improvements at these locations can include reducing pedestrian crossing distances, installing high visibility crosswalks, installing pedestrian refuge/ median islands, and installing bulb outs. The entire corridor of North and South Main Street were identified as high injury corridors. The pedestrian and other safety improvements identified in this Local Road Safety Plan may be used to provide the basis for a Highway Safety Improvements (HSIP) grant.

About 29 percent of the F+SI collisions have been identified to be hit-object collisions. This calls for evaluating these locations and the fixed objects present that can be improved with delineators, reflectors and object markers. Rear-end collisions, broadside collisions and collisions due to unsafe speed, can be reduced suing dynamic/variable speed warning signs, edgeline/centerline rumble strips and improving signal timing.

Chapter 4 - Emphasis Areas
Emphasis areas are a focus of the LRSP that are identified through the various collision types and factors resulting in fatal and severe injury collisions within the City of Willits. The seven emphasis areas for Willits are:
• Improve Intersection Safety
• Unsafe Speed Collisions
• Improper Turning Violations
• Pedestrian Safety
• Rear-end Collisions
• Broadside Collisions
• Hit-Object Collisions
Chapter 5 – Countermeasure Identification
Engineering countermeasures were selected for each of the high-risk locations and for the emphasis areas. These were based off of approved countermeasures from the Caltrans Local Roadway Safety Manual (LRSM) used in HSIP grant calls for projects. The intention is to give the City potential countermeasures for each location that can be implemented either in future HSIP City of Willits
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calls for projects, or using other funding sources, such as the City’s Capital Improvement Program. Non-engineering countermeasures were also selected using the 4 E’s strategies, and are included with the emphasis areas.

Chapter 6 – Safety Projects
A set of four safety projects were created for high-risk intersections and roadway segments, using HSIP approved countermeasures. These safety projects are:
• Project 1: Systemic Improvements at Unsignalized Intersections • Project 2: Pedestrian Improvements at Unsignalized Intersections • Project 3: Systemic Roadway Segment Improvements
• Project 4: Pedestrian and Other Roadway Segment Improvements Chapter 7 – Evaluation and Implementation
The LRSP is a guidance document that is recommended to be updated every two to five years in coordination with the safety partners. The LRSP document provides engineering, education, enforcement, and emergency medical service related countermeasures that can be implemented throughout the City to reduce fatal and severe injury collisions. After implementing countermeasures, the performance measures for each emphasis area should be evaluated annually. The most important measure of success of the LRSP should be reducing fatal and severe injury collisions throughout the City. If the number of fatal and severe injury collisions does not decrease over time, then the emphasis areas and countermeasures should be reevaluate City of Willits
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What is a LRSP?
The Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP) is a localized data-driven traffic safety plan that provides opportunities to address unique highway safety needs and reduce the number of fatal and severe injury collisions. The LRSP creates a framework to systematically identify and analyze traffic safety-related issues, and recommend safety projects and countermeasures. The LRSP facilitates the development of local agency partnerships and collaboration, resulting in the development of a prioritized list of improvements that can qualify for Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) funding.

The LRSP is a proactive approach to addressing safety needs and is viewed as a living document that can be constantly reviewed and revised to reflect evolving trends, and community needs and priorities.

Vision and Goals of the LRSP
• Goal #1: Systematically identify and analyze roadway safety problems and recommend improvements
• Goal #2: Improve the safety of all road users by using proven effective countermeasures • Goal #3: Ensure coordination and response of key stakeholders to implement roadway safety improvements within Willits
• Goal #4: Serve as a resource for staff who continually seek funding for safety improvements • Goal #5: Recommend how safety improvements can be made in a manner that is fair and equitable for all Willits residents
Study Area
The City of Willits is located in Mendocino County, California, covering a total area of about

2.819 square miles. It is the located on the coast, 20 miles northwest of the City of Ukiah at an elevation of 1,391 feet.

The City’s estimated population is 4,893 (ACS 2019 1-year estimate). Figure 1 shows the study area.

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8 Figure 1. City of Willits: Study Area Map
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9 Safety Partners
Safety partners are vital to the development and implementation of an LRSP. For the City of Fort Bragg, these include representatives from Police Department, Public Works Department, Community Development Department, Unified School District, Charter Schools, County Supervisor, Caltrans Planning District 1, Caltrans Local Assistance, CHP, Calfire, EMS and Mendocino Transit Authority. Two stakeholder meetings among these departments/agencies were conducted to review project goals and findings, and to solicit feedback from the group during the project timeline.

This stakeholder outreach was supplemented by a project website (mendocinosaferoads.com), with an interactive map input platform. Project related info was also published on the City’s website. As part of the Mendocino County Local Road Safety Plan, a public input platform called mapptionaire was published online and advertised on social media to solicit input public comments regarding traffic safety. The mapptionaire tool was open for public comments starting March 5th, 2021 and closed on September 31, 2021. During this period 324 comments were submitted, out of which 32 comments were for the City of Willits.

Figure 2. City's website and social media posting
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11 The City of Willits received 32 public comments regarding traffic safety issues. The most common commented on traffic safety issue was speeding, with a total 11 comments. The most commented on location with speeding issues was Main Street, with 4 comments. East Valley Road, Hazel Street and East Commercial Street also received comments regarding speeding.

Pedestrian safety was the second most commented on safety issue, with a total of 9 comments.

The most commented on location with pedestrian safety issues was Sherwood Road and Main Street.

Figure 4. City of Willits - Public Comments
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2 3
4 5
6 7
8 9
Speeding Truck Idling Bicycle Safety Pedestrian Safety
Pavement Issues Lighting Intersection Safety
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This chapter summarizes the planning documents, projects underway, and studies reviewed for the City of Willits Local Road Safety Plan (LRSP) being developed as a part of the Mendocino Council of Governments’ LRSPs for local agencies. The purpose of this review is to ensure the LRSP vision, goals, and E’s strategies are aligned with prior planning efforts, planned transportation projects and non-infrastructure programs. The documents reviewed are listed below:
• Willits General Plan Vision 2020 (1992)
• Willits Safe Routes to School Action Plan (2017)
• City of Willits Traffic Safety Evaluation (2010)
• Willits Main Street Corridor Enhancement Plan (2017)
• City of Willits Bicycle and Pedestrian Specific Plan (2009) • Downtown Willits Streets and Alleys Connectivity Study (2017) • Willits Circulation and Parking Improvement Plan (2002) • Willits Bypass Before and After Study (2017)
• City of Willits FY 2020-2021 Budget
• Mendocino County Rail-with-Trail Corridor Plan (2012) • Mendocino County Regional Active Transportation Plan (2017) The following sections include brief descriptions of these documents and how they inform the development of the LRSP. A summary of each document is listed in Table 1. A more detailed list of relevant policies is in Appendix A.

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Document Highlights
Willits General Plan
Vision 2020 (1992)
Circulation element of the General Plan details long range plans for the City of Willits including bicycle, pedestrian, vehicle and transit policies.

Willits Safe Routes to
School Action Plan
(2017)
This plan includes recommendations to improve the safety for both walking and biking in areas around all seven of the Willits area schools.

City of Willits Traffic
Safety Evaluation
(2010)
The primary objective of this TSE is to improve traffic safety in the City of Willits.

City staff was particularly interested in improving safety for pedestrians and bicyclists along Main Street.

Willits Main Street
Corridor Enhancement
Plan (2017)
This plan was prepared in preparation for the opening of the US 101 bypass of Willits and eventual relinquishment of the former stretch of US 101 that serves as Main Street through the City of Willits, north of the intersection with SR 20.

Willits Bicycle and
Pedestrian Specific
Plan (2009)
This plan was developed with the intent of identifying bicycle and pedestrian facilities within the City of Willits that would serve residents and visitors. Projects within the plan would enhance tourism, promote health, and improve safety.

Downtown Willits
Streets and Alleys
Connectivity Study
(2017)
This Plan seeks to beautify and enhance connectivity downtown, provide better accessibility for pedestrians and bicyclists, maintain parking and provide loading zones, improve traffic safety, lighting, signage and landscaping.

Willits Circulation and
Parking Improvement
Plan (2002)
The purpose of this evaluation and plan was to identify traffic issues within the City of Willits related to safety, circulation and downtown parking. Based on the analysis presented, potential solutions are recommended which the City should consider for implementation.

Willits Bypass Before
and After Study (2017)
The purpose of this study is to document current conditions on the Willits Bypass and on Old Route 101 through the City of Willits, and to compare various current metrics with prior conditions. The study employed a variety of methods and data sources to compare before and after conditions.

City of Willits FY 2020-
2021 Budget
The purpose of this document is to review and update FY 2019-2020 fiscal activity and develop estimates for the following year.

Mendocino County
Rail-with-Trail Corridor
Plan (2012)
This plan identifies priority improvements for walking and biking facilities along the existing, currently unused, rail line running through Mendocino County.

Mendocino County
Regional Active
Transportation Plan
(2017)
Details bicycle and pedestrian improvements on County significant corridors.

Includes many detailed priority bike and pedestrian projects.

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14 Willits General Plan Vision 2020 (1992)
The Willits General Plan is a policy document which establishes a framework to guide the long-term development of the
community. The General Plan sets forth the City's goals and policies regarding land use, circulation, housing, conservation, open space, public health and safety. The plan also establishes programs for putting these goals and policies into effect.

Willits Safe Routes to School Action Plan (2017)
In 2009, the City adopted a Safe Routes to School Plan that inventoried infrastructure for walking, bicycling as well as transit around the schools and serving students traveling to and from school. The plan identified numerous sidewalk gaps. Generally, there are few bike lanes, routes, or paths throughout Willits.

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The primary objective of this TSE is to improve traffic safety in the City of Willits. City staff was particularly interested in improving safety for pedestrians and bicyclists traveling through and crossing the Main Street corridor. The local community has been striving to enhance this corridor for many years, and City staff is now preparing a conceptual layout for the corridor.

Consequently, the results of this TSE will be used by City staff as input to their planning process.

Willits Main Street Corridor Enhancement Plan (2016)
The City adopted a Main Street Corridor Plan in 2016. The plan captures community-wide priorities which include improved access and safety for walking and bicycling in Willits. The following elements were highlighted and requested by the public in workshops: buffered bicycle lanes, crossing islands, green streets, wayfinding, and public art. The plan includes
improvements at Willits High School designed to create a more accessible route for students and faculty who bike and walk to school as well as recommended improvements to crossings along Main Street through the city.

City of Willits Bicycle and Pedestrian Specific Plan
(2009)
The City adopted a Bicycle and Pedestrian Specific Plan in 2009.

This plan identifies detailed engineering recommendations for transit, sidewalks, and bicycle facilities for all seven school sites included in the 2009 Safe Routes to School Plan. The plan emphasizes expanding and improving school commute
improvements for bicyclists and pedestrians. The plan highlights school area pedestrian safety; stating a need to reduce traffic speeds in areas where children and seniors are present. Schools are identified as active centers for walking and bicycling in Willits.

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16 Downtown Willits Street and Alleys Connectivity Study (2017) In 2018, Caltrans will transfer ownership of the current segment of US Highway 101 that passes through Downtown to the City of Willits. In anticipation of this transition, the City sought services to develop recommendations for improvements to traffic
circulation, safety, parking, and aesthetics, as well as proposals for several "shovel-ready" projects. These recommendations and projects were prepared with the expectation they would be implemented in conjunction with the separate but directlyrelated Willits Main Street Corridor Enhancement Plan.

Willits Circulation and Parking Improvement Plan
(2002)
This plan identifies traffic issues within the City of Willits related to safety, circulation and downtown parking. In the area of safety, the plan identified high incident collision locations and areas where pedestrian safety is a concern and explored alternative measures that can improve safety within the City of Willits.

Willits Bypass Before and After Study (2017)
The purpose of this study is to document current conditions on the Willits Bypass and on Old Route 101 through the City of Willits, and to compare various current metrics with prior conditions. The study employed a variety of methods and data sources to compare before and after conditions (described in detail in the body of the report).Focus areas of the study include: safety, travel time, and traffic volumes/congestion. This provides a good background on the history of Willits Caltrans owned roads but will largely not provide future safety
recommendations for local roads.

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17 City of Willits FY 2020-2021 Budget
The City of Willits’s fiscal year 2020 – 2021 Budget outlines the funds the city has allocated to various departments and project include street and road maintenance and the Willits Downtown Improvement Project.

Mendocino County Rail-with-Trail Corridor Plan (2012)
The Mendocino County Rail-with-Trail Corridor Plan provides an analysis of general conditions along the length of the 103-mile corridor and identifies priority RWT projects for the Cities of Ukiah and Willits and the County of Mendocino. The Plan provides jurisdictions along the rail corridor (City of Ukiah, City of Willits, County of Mendocino, and Caltrans) with information to assist with implementation of the RWT. This Plan is funded by Caltrans' Community Based Transportation Planning (CBTP) grant funds and local matching funds. For this Plan, MCOG consulted with representatives from the County of Mendocino, the cities of Willits and Ukiah, North Coast Railroad Authority (NCRA), and Caltrans.

Mendocino County Regional Active Transportation Plan (2017) This Plan identifies priority bicycle and pedestrian
improvements within all jurisdictions of Mendocino County, which include the Cities of Ukiah, Willits, Fort Bragg and Point Arena and the unincorporated areas of the County of
Mendocino.

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This section summarizes the results of the analysis of the collisions that have occurred in the City of Willits between January 2015 and December 2019, conducted as part of the City’s Local Road Safety Plan (LRSP).

The LRSP focuses on systemically identifying and analyzing safety issues and recommends appropriate safety improvements. The chapter starts with an analysis of the collisions of all severity for the City of Willits, including Property Damage Only (PDO) collisions. Further on, a detailed analysis was conducted for fatal and severe injury (F+SI) collisions that have occurred on City’s roadways. Further on, a comprehensive evaluation was conducted based on factors such as collision severity, type of collision, primary collision factor, lighting, weather and time of the day. The chapter includes the following sections:
• Demographic and Jurisdictional Characteristics
• Data Collection
• Collision Data Analysis
• Fatal and Severe Injury Collision Analysis
• Geographic Collision Analysis
• High Injury Network
• Summary
Figure 5 illustrates all the injury collisions that have occurred in the City from 1/1/2015 to 12/31/2019.

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20 Demographic and Jurisdictional Characteristics
Demographic data has been collected from the Census in the City of Willits and Mendocino County, a summary of the population, centerline miles of roadway and commute to work characteristics are presented below.

Population
According to the 2015-2019 American Community Service (ACS) 5-year Estimate data, the population of Willits is 4,893, which is 5.6 percent of the county population. The population proportion as well as the centerline miles are shown in Table 1.

Table 2. Willits and Mendocino Population and Centerline Miles Population Percent of County
Population
Willits 4,893 5.6%
Point Arena 421 0.5%
Fort Bragg 7,302 8.4%
Ukiah 15,943 18.4%
Unincorporated 58,190 67.1%
Total 86,749
Commute to Work
In the City of Willits, 81 percent of residents travel by cars or vans to work, out of which 70 percent drive alone and 11 percent carpool. About 9 percent of residents walk to work and 2 percent of residents biked. The different modes of transportation used to commute to work for the City as well as the 3 other cities in Mendocino County are shown in Table 2.

Table 3. Mendocino County Commute to Work Census Data
Commute to Work Mendocino
County Point Arena Willits Fort Bragg Ukiah
Drive alone 73% 70% 70% 64% 74%
Carpool 10% 9% 11% 14% 11%
Public Transportation 0.3% 0% 0% 1% 1%
Walked 6% 10% 9% 14% 8%
Bicycle 1% 0% 2% 0% 1%
Work from Home 9% 10% 7% 8% 4%
Other 1% 0% 1% 0% 1%
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21 Jurisdiction Rankings
Between the years 2015 and 2019, Mendocino County as a whole had 112 fatal traffic collisions, with 0 occurring in Willits, with a traffic fatality rate per 100,000 population of 25.82 for the County. These California average and the United States average is 8.95 and 10.28, respectively.

Table 4 shows the comparison of traffic fatality rates and population.

Table 4. Jurisdiction Ranking
Jurisdiction Fatal Traffic Collisions
(2015-2019) Population
5 year
Fatality Rate
per 100,000
Willits 0 4,893 --
Mendocino County 112* 86,749 25.82
California 17,684 39,512,223 8.95
United States 168,742 328,239,523 10.28
*Note: These numbers include all state route collisions fatalities Source: TIMS, Census, NHTSA
Office of Traffic Safety Rankings
Additional information on collisions in the City of Willits is provided by the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS). OTS is designated by the Governor to receive federal traffic safety funds for coordinating California’s highway safety programs. The latest available OTS rankings are from the year 2018. The 2018 rankings indicate that the City of Willits has the following ranks as listed in Table 5, when compared with 75 similarly sized cities1 :

Table 5. Office of Traffic Safety Ratings 2018
OTS 2018 Ranking Willits
Total Fatality and
Injury 55/75
Alcohol Involved 55/75
Pedestrian 55/75
Bicycle 31/75
Speed Related 43/75
Nighttime 53/75

1 https://www.ots.ca.gov/media-and-research/crash-rankings-results/?wpv-wpcf-year=2018&wpv-wpcfcity_county=Willits&wpv_filter_submit=Submit City of Willits
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22 Data Collection
Collision data helps understand different factors that might be influencing collision patterns and various factors leading to collisions in a given area. For the purpose of this analysis, a five-year jurisdiction-wide collision data, from 2015 to 2019 was retrieved from Transportation Injury Mapping System (TIMS) and Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). For the purpose of this analysis, all collisions occurring on SR-20 in the City of Willits have been taken into account in the analysis. The collision data was analyzed and plotted in ArcMap to identify high-risk intersections and roadways segments.

Collision Data Analysis
Collision Severity
There were a total of 200 collisions reported City-wide from 2015 to 2019. Out of these, 157 collisions (78 percent) were PDO collisions, 24 collisions (12 percent) led to complaint of pain injury and 12 collisions (6 percent) led to a visible injury. There were 7 F+SI high injury collisions (fatal + severe injury collisions) of which all collisions led to a severe injury. Figure 3 illustrates the classification of all collisions based on severity.

Figure 6. Collisions by Severity (2015-2019)
The analysis first includes a
comparative evaluation between all
collisions and F+SI collisions, based on
various factors including but on limited
to the collision trend, primary collision
factor, collision type, facility type,
motor vehicle involved with, weather,
lighting, and time of the day. Further
on, a comprehensive analysis is
conducted for only F+SI collisions.

F+SI collisions cause the most damage
to those affected, infrastructure and
the aftermath of these collisions lead to great expenses for jurisdiction administration. This plan focuses on these collision locations to proactively identify and counter their respective safety issues.

The collision data was segregated by facility type, i.e. based on collisions occurring on intersections and roadway segments. For the purposes of the analysis, a collision was said to have occurred at an intersection if it occurred within 250 feet of it. The reported collisions categorized by facility type and collision severity are presented in Table 6.

Severe Injury
4% Visible Injury
6%
Complaint of
Pain
12%
Property
Damage
Only (PDO)
78%
Severe Injury Visible Injury
Complaint of Pain Property Damage Only (PDO)
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23 Table 6. Collisions by Severity and Facility Type
Collision Severity Roadway Segment Intersection Total
Fatal 0 0 0
Severe Injury 3 4 7
Visible Injury 5 7 12
Complaint of Pain 1 23 24
Property Damage Only (PDO) 21 136 157
Total 30 170 200
Preliminary Analysis
Collision Severity by Year
For all collisions, the number of collisions have decreased from 2015 to 2019. The highest number of collisions (69 collisions) were observed in 2015 and the lowest number of collisions (26) were observed in 2018.

A total of 7 F+SI collisions occurred in the City of Willits during the study period. The highest number of these high-injury collisions were observed in the year 2015 with 3 collisions that occurred that year, followed by 2 collisions that occurred in the year 2017 and 2019 each. No high-injury collision occurred in the year 2016 and 2018. Figure 4 illustrates the five-year collision trend for all collisions, F+SI collisions and also PDO collisions.

Figure 7. Five Year Collision Trend
54 39
22 21 21
69 47
27 26
31 3 0 2 0 2
0 10
20 30
40 50
60 70
80 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019
Property Damage Only (PDO) Total F+SI
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24 Intersections vs. Roadway Collisions
When evaluating all severity collisions based on the facility type they occurred on, it was observed that 85 percent of collisions occurred at intersections and 15 percent occurred at roadway segment/mid-block locations. For high-severity collisions that occurred in the City of Willits, about 42 percent collisions occurred on roadway segment/mid-block locations and 58 percent collisions occurred at intersections. This classification by facility type can be observed in Figure 5.

Figure 8. Intersection vs, Roadway Segment Collisions - All Collisions Figure 9. Intersections vs. Roadway Segment Collisions - F+SI Collisions 15%
85%
Roadway Segment Intersection
42%
58%
Roadway Segment Intersection
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25 Collision Type
For collisions of all severity, the most commonly occurring collision type was rear-end collisions (36 percent) and broadside collisions (26 percent). Different type of collisions were observed for the high-injury collisions that occurred in the City. For F+SI collisions, the most commonly occurring collision type was vehicle pedestrian collisions (43 percent) and the second most common was hit-object collisions (29 percent). Figure 7 illustrates the collision type for all severity collisions as well as F+SI collisions.

Figure 10. Collision Type: All Collisions vs. F+SI Collisions Violation Category
For collisions of all severity, the most common violation category was observed to be automobile right of way (8 percent) followed by unsafe speed (7 percent). For F+SI collisions, improper turning (43 percent) was also observed to be the main violation category. Other violation categories observed for high-injury collisions were pedestrian right-of-way, wrong side of road, unsafe speed and DUI. Figure 8 illustrates the violation category for all collisions and F+SI collisions.

Figure 11. Violation Category: All Collisions vs. F+SI Collisions 7% 11%
36%
26%
8%
1%
7% 4%
14%
0% 0% 0%
29%
14%
43%
0%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
Total F+SI
5% 7%
1% 1%
6% 8%
2% 1% 1% 3%
14% 14% 14%
0%
43%
0%
14%
0% 0% 0%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
DUI Unsafe
Speed
Wrong Side
of Road
Unsafe
Lane
Change
Improper
Turning
Automobile
Right of
Way
Pedestrian
Right of
Way
Pedestrian
Violation
Traffic
Signals and
Signs
Other Than
Driver (or
Pedestrian)
Total F+SI
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26 Motor Vehicle Involved With
For collisions of all severity, 74 percent of the collisions are motor vehicle involved with another motor vehicle. For F+SI collisions, 43 percent of the collisions involved a fixed object and 29 percent involved a pedestrian with another motor vehicle. Figure 9 illustrates the percentage of motor vehicle involved with for all collisions as well as F+SI collisions.

Figure 12. Motor Vehicle Involved With: All Collisions vs. F+SI Collisions Lighting
For collisions of all severity, 78 percent of collisions have occurred in daylight and 15 percent of collisions have occurred in the dark on streets with street lights. For F+SI collisions, 57 percent of collisions have occurred in daylight and 29 percent of collisions occurred in the dark on streets with no street lights. Figure 10 illustrates the lighting condition for all collisions and F+SI collisions.

Figure 13. Lighting Conditions: All Collisions vs. F+SI Collisions 6%
74%
4% 3% 2%
10%
2%
29%
14% 14%
43%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
Pedestrian Other Motor
Vehicle
Parked Motor
Vehicle
Bicycle Animal Fixed Object Other Object
Total F+SI
78%
4%
15%
4%
57%
14%
29%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
Daylight Dusk - Dawn Dark - Street
Lights
Dark - No Street
Lights
Total F+SI
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27 Weather
For collisions of all severity, 82 percent of collisions have occurred in clear weather conditions.

For high-severity collisions, 86 percent have occurred in clear weather conditions and 14 percent have occurred in foggy conditions. Figure 11 illustrates the weather conditions for all vs. F+SI collisions.

Figure 14. Weather Conditions: All Collisions vs. F+SI Collisions Time of the Day
For collisions of all severity, the number of collisions have peaked between 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. For all F+SI collisions, the collisions have been observed to have peaked during the same time period.

Figure 12 illustrates the percentage of collisions occurring during the day for all collisions as well as F+SI collisions.

Figure 15. Time of the Day: All Collisions vs. F+SI Collisions 82%
11% 6% 1%
86%
14%
0%
20%
40%
60%
80%
100%
Clear Cloudy Raining Fog
Total F+SI
0%
2%
4%
6%
8%
10%
12%
14%
16%
12:00 AM
1:00 AM2:00 AM3:00 AM4:00 AM5:00 AM6:00 AM7:00 AM8:00 AM9:00 AM 10:00 AM11:00 AM
12:00 PM
1:00 PM2:00 PM3:00 PM4:00 PM5:00 PM6:00 PM7:00 PM8:00 PM9:00 PM 10:00 PM11:00 PM
Total F+SI
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28 Fatal and Severe Injury Collision Analysis
The detailed collision analysis is effective for identifying high-risk locations by evaluating a shorter list of collisions that have led to a fatality or a severe injury. Collisions have been further analyzed taking into account the following collision attributes:
• Violation Category
• Collision Type vs. Violation Category
• Collision Type vs. Motor Vehicle Involved With
• Motor Vehicle Involved With vs. Violation Category
• Collision Type vs. Lighting Conditions
• Party at Fault: Gender vs. Age
Figure 13 illustrates all the locations of the fatal and severe injury collisions that have occurred in the City from 1/1/2015 to 12/31/2019.

Figure 16. F+SI Collisions, 2015-2019
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29 Violation Category
As illustrated in the Figure 14 below, high injury intersection collisions were caused due to improper turning, pedestrian right of way, and DUI violations. High-injury roadway segment collisions were caused due to unsafe speed, wrong side of road and improper turning violations.

Figure 17. Violation Category: FSI Roadway Segment vs. Intersection Collisions Collision Type vs. Violation Category
Roadway Segment FSI Collisions
For high injury roadway segment collisions, head-on collisions that occurred were caused due to right-of-way violation. The hit-object collisions that occurred on roadway segments were due to improper turning and unsafe speed violations.

Figure 18. Collision Type vs. Violation Category: Roadway Segment FSI Collisions 0%
14% 14% 14%
0%
14%
0% 0%
29%
14%
0%
5%
10%
15%
20%
25%
30%
DUI Unsafe Speed Wrong Side of
Road
Improper
Turning
Pedestrian Right
of way
Roadway Segment FSI Intersection FSI
0%
5%
10%
15%
20%
25%
30%
35%
Unsafe Speed Wrong Side of Road Improper Turning
Head-On Hit Object
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30 Intersection FSI Collisions
For high-injury collisions that occurred on intersections, vehicle-pedestrian collisions were caused due to improper turning and pedestrian right-of-way violations and an overturned collision was caused due to DUI violation.

Figure 19. Collision Type vs. Violation Category: Intersection FSI Collisions Collision Type vs. Motor Vehicle Involved With
Roadway Segment FSI Collisions
For high-injury collisions that occurred on roadway segments, head-on collision occurred between two motor vehicles and the hit object collisions occurred between the motor vehicle and another fixed object.

Figure 20. Collision Type vs. Motor Vehicle Involved With: Roadway Segment FSI Collisions 25%
0% 0% 0%
50%
25%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
DUI Improper Turning Pedestrian Right of Way
Overturned Vehicle/Pedestrian
33%
0% 0%
67%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
Head-On Hit-Object
Other Motor Vehicle Fixed Object
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31 Intersection FSI Collisions
For the intersection high-injury collisions, the overturned collision occurred between a motor vehicle and a fixed object, while the vehicle-pedestrian collisions occurred between a motor vehicle/pedestrian and motor vehicle/bicyclist.

Figure 21. Collision Type vs. Motor Vehicle Involved With: Intersection FSI Collisions Motor Vehicle Involved With vs. Violation Category
Roadway Segment FSI Collisions
For high injury collisions that occurred on roadway segments, a collision between two motor vehicles occurred due to wrong side of the road violation. Two fixed object collisions occurred due to unsafe speed and improper turning violations.

Figure 22. Motor Vehicle Involved with vs. Violation Category: Roadway Segment FSI Collisions
0% 0%
25%
50%
25%
0%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
Pedestrian Bicycle Fixed Object
Overturned Vehicle/Pedestrian
0%
33%
0%
33%
0%
33%
0%
5%
10%
15%
20%
25%
30%
35%
Unsafe Speed Wrong Side of Road Improper Turning
Other Motor Vehicle Fixed Object
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32 Intersection FSI Collisions
For high-injury collisions that occurred at intersections, the collision that occurred between a motor vehicle and a fixed object was due to a DUI violation. The collision that involved a pedestrian was due to improper turning and pedestrian right-of-way violations and the collision that involved a bicycle was also due to improper turning.

Figure 23. Motor Vehicle Involved with vs. Violation Category: Intersection FSI Collisions Collision Type vs. Lighting Conditions
Roadway Segment FSI Collisions
For the high-injury collision that occurred on roadway segments, it was observed that the one head-on and one hit-object collision occurred during daylight, and the third hit-object collision occurred in the dark at a location with no street lights.

Figure 24. Collision Type vs. Lighting Conditions: Roadway Segment FSI Collisions 0%
25% 25%
0%
25%
0%
25%
0% 0%
0%
5%
10%
15%
20%
25%
30%
DUI Improper Turning Pedestrian Right of Way
Pedestrian Bicycle Fixed Object
33% 33%
0%
33%
0%
5%
10%
15%
20%
25%
30%
35%
Head-On Hit-Object
Daylight Dark-No Street Lights
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33 Intersection FSI Collisions
For the high injury collisions that occurred at intersections, two vehicle-pedestrian collisions occurred in daylight and one occurred in dark at a location with street lights. The overturned high-injury collision occurred in dark at an intersection with no street light.

Figure 25. Collision Type vs. Lighting Conditions: Intersection FSI Collisions Party at Fault: Gender vs. Age
Roadway Segment FSI Collisions
For the high-injury collision that occurred on a roadway segment, the party at fault was male and in the age group of 70-79 years. Gender and age of the rest of the parties at fault are not known.

Figure 26. Party at Fault: Gender vs. Age - Roadway Segment FSI Collisions 0%
50%
0%
25% 25%
0%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
Overturned Vehicle/Pedestrian
Daylight Dark - Street Lights Dark - No Street Lights
33%
0% 0%
67%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
70-79 #N/A
M #N/A
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34 Intersection FSI Collisions
For the high injury collisions that happened at intersections, the party at fault were a male between the age of 40-49 years and 60-69 years, a female between 60-69 years, and rest were unknown.

Figure 27. Party at Fault: Gender vs. Age - Intersection FSI Collisions 25% 25%
0% 0%
25%
0% 0% 0%
25%
0%
5%
10%
15%
20%
25%
30%
40-49 60-69 #N/A
M F #N/A
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35 Geographic Collision Analysis
This section describes a detailed geographic collision analysis performed for injury collisions occurring at roadway segments and intersections in the City of Willits. The above collision analysis was used to identify five main collision factors that highlight the top trends among collisions in the City of Willits. These five collision factors were identified to be vehicle-pedestrian collisions, intersection collisions, unsafe speed collisions, improper turning collisions and hit-object collisions.

Vehicle Pedestrian Collisions
For F+SI collisions in the City of Willits, 43 percent of collisions were pedestrian involved collisions, compared to just 7 percent of all severity collisions. Figure 24 shows the distribution of pedestrian collisions and the hot-spots that are risky for pedestrians throughout the City of Willits. North Main Street, East Commercial Street and West Oak Avenue are locations where vehicle-pedestrian injury collisions have occurred.

Intersection Collisions
For F+SI collisions in the City of Willits, 58 percent of the collisions have occurred at intersections, compared to 85 percent of all severity collisions. Figure 25 shows the distribution of roadways where intersection collisions have been observed to occur the most. Intersections along, North Main Street, South Main Street, East Commercial Street, West Oak Avenue and East Hill Road have been observed to have injury collisions at intersections.

Unsafe Speed Collisions
For F+SI collisions in the City of Willits, 14 percent occurred due to unsafe speed violations. Figure 26 shows the distribution of high injury collisions that have occurred due to unsafe speed violations. North and South Main Street and East Commercial Street have been observed to be major hot-spots for unsafe speed collisions.

Improper Turning Collisions
For F+SI collisions in the City of Willits, 43 percent occurred due to improper turning violations.

Figure 27 illustrates the locations where high-injury collisions have occurred due to improper turning violations. North and South Main Street and Sherwood Road are roadways where collisions due to improper turning violation have been observed.

Hit Object Collisions
For the F+SI collisions that occurred in the City of Willits, 29 percent were hit-object collisions.

Figure 28 illustrates the locations where hit object collisions have occurred. North and South Main Street and Sherwood Road are roadways where such collisions have been observed.

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36 Figure 28. Vehicle-Pedestrian Collisions
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37 Figure 29. Intersection Collisions
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38 Figure 30. Unsafe Speed Collisions
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39 Figure 31. Improper Turning Collisions
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40 Figure 32. Hit Object Collisions
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41 Collision Severity Weight
A collision severity weight was used to identify the high severity collision network, using the Equivalent Property Damage Only (EPDO) method. The EPDO method accounts for both the severity and frequency of collisions by converting each collision to an equivalent number of property damage only (PDO) collisions. The EPDO method assigns a crash cost and score to each collision according to the severity of the crash weighted by the comprehensive crash cost.

These EPDO scores are calculated using a simplified version of the comprehensive crash costs per HSIP Cycle 10 application. The weights used in the analysis are shown below in Table 7.

Table 7. EPDO Score used in HSIP Cycle 10
Collision Severity EPDO Score
Fatal and Severe
Injury Combined
165*
Visible Injury 11
Possible Injury 6
PDO 1
*This is the score used in HSIP Cycle 10 for collisions on roadways segments, to simplify the analysis this study uses the same score for all F+SI collisions regardless of location
The EPDO scores for all collisions can then be aggregated in a variety of ways to identify collision patterns, such as location hot-spots. The weighted collisions for the City of Willits were geolocated onto Willits’s road network. Figure 30 shows the location and geographic concentration of collisions by their EPDO score.

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42 Figure 33. EPDO Score: City of Willits
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43 High-Injury Locations
Following the detailed collision analysis in the previous sections, the next step is to identify the high-risk roadway segments and intersections in the City of Fort Willits. The methodology for scoring the high injury locations is methodology used calculating the EPDO Score of roadways in the City. Figure 31 shows the 8 high-collision corridors and 18 high-collision intersections. This high collision network has a total of 40 injury collisions and 7 F+SI collisions, which represents 100 percent of the injury collisions in the City of Willits on about 12 percent of Willits roadway network.

For the purposes of the identification of the high collision network, intersections include collisions that occurred within 250 feet of it and roadways include all collisions that occurred along the roadway except for collisions that occurred occur directly at an intersection, or collisions that occurred at a distance of 0 feet from the primary and secondary road as per the statewide integrated traffic records system (SWITRS).

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44 Figure 34. City of Willits: High Injury Network
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45 High-Injury Intersections
A total of 18 intersections were identified as high-injury intersections. There were a total of 4 F+SI collisions that occurred at these intersections. The intersection of Main Street and Commercial Street has the highest EPDO score and it thus tops the list of high-risk intersections.

Table 8 lists the collision rate of the identified high-collision intersections along with the total number of collisions that occurred at that location.

Table 8. High-injury Intersections
Rank Intersection
EPDO
Score
Total
Collisions
F+SI
Unsafe
Speed
Improper
Turning
VehiclePedestrian HitObject
1 Main St & Commercial
St
364 6 2 1 1 5 0
2 East Hill Rd & Us-101 165 1 1 0 0 0 0
2 Rt 101 & State St 165 1 1 0 1 1 0
3 Rt 101 & Wood St 29 4 0 2 1 1 1
4 Rt 101 & Gregory Ln 23 3 0 0 0 0 0
5 Rt 101 & Van Ln 18 3 0 3 0 0 0
6 Rt 101 & State St 12 2 0 1 1 0 0
7 W Valley Rd & Rt 101 11 1 0 0 0 1 0
8 Rt 101 & Muir Mill Rd 6 1 0 0 0 0 0
8 Rt 101 & East San
Francisco St
6 1 0 1 0 0 0
8 Rt 101 & Franklin Av 6 1 0 0 0 0 0
8 Rt 101 & Holly St 6 1 0 0 0 0 0
8 Main St & Manor Wy 6 1 0 0 0 0 0
8 Monroe St & Rt 101 6 1 0 0 1 0 1
8 Spruce St & Pine St 6 1 0 0 0 0 0
8 Rt 101 & Rt 20 6 1 0 0 0 0 0
8 Main St & San
Francisco Av
6 1 0 0 0 1 0
8 E Oak St & Rt 101 6 1 0 0 0 1 0
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46 High-Injury Corridors
A total of 8 corridors have been identified as high injury corridors. There were a total of 5 F+SI collisions on these corridors. The corridor with the highest number of F+SI collision is North Main Street from Sherwood Road to East Commercial Street, where 6 collisions occurred including 2 F+SI collisions.

Table 9 lists the EPDO score of the eight corridors identified as high-injury corridors along with the number of collisions that occurred on these corridors.

Table 9. High Injury Corridors
Rank Corridor
EPDO
Score
Total
Collisions
F+SI
Unsafe
Speed
Improper
Turning
VehiclePedestrianHitObjectLen
(mi.)
A
North Main Street, from
Sherwood Road to East
Commercial Street
364 6 2 1 3 2 0 0.3
B
Sherwood Road, from
Main Street to City
Boundary
187 3 1 1 1 0 2 0.4
C
South Main Street, from
Hazel Street to Muir Mill
Road
171 2 1 0 1 0 1 0.9
D
East Hill Road, between
650 feet E of Haehl Creek
Drive and the City
boundary
165 1 1 0 0 0 0 0.19
E
South Main Street, from
Hazel Street to East
Commercial Street
70 10 0 6 2 1 2 0.9
F
Poplar Avenue, between
Walnut Street and City
Boundary
11 1 0 0 0 1 0 0.3
G
East Commercial Street,
between South Main
Street and 1000 feet E of S
Lenore Avenue
6 1 0 1 0 0 0 0.6
H
North Main Street, from
Sherwood Road to City
Boundary
6 1 0 0 0 0 0 0.23
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47 4. Emphasis Areas
Emphasis areas are focus areas for the local roadway safety plan that are identified through the comprehensive collision analysis of the identified high injury locations within the City of Willits.

Emphasis areas help in identifying appropriate safety strategies and countermeasures with the greatest potential to reduce collisions occurring at these high injury locations. In addition, traffic safety related concerns were heard at a Stakeholder’s Meeting conducted for this plan on July 12th, 2021.

This section summarizes the 7 emphasis areas identified for the City of Willits. These emphasis areas were derived from the consolidated high injury collision database (Appendix B) where top injury factors were identified by combining the data manually. Along with findings from the data analysis, stakeholder input was also considered while identifying emphasis areas specific to the City of Willits.

The following are the identified emphasis areas –
• Improve Intersection Safety

1. Collisions within 250 feet of intersections
• Unsafe Speed Collisions
• Improper Turning Violations
• Pedestrian Safety
• Rear-end Collisions
• Broadside Collisions
• Hit-Object Collisions
The Four E’s OF Traffic Safety
LRSP utilizes a comprehensive approach to safety incorporating “4 E’s of traffic safety”:

Engineering, Enforcement, Education and Emergency Medical Services (EMS). This approach recognizes that not all locations can be addressed solely by infrastructure improvements.

Some of the common violation types that may require a comprehensive approach are speeding, failure-to-yield to pedestrians, red light running, aggressive driving, failure to wear safety belts, distracted driving, and driving while impaired. When locations are identified as having these types of violations, coordination with the appropriate law enforcement agencies is needed to arrange visible targeted enforcement to reduce the potential for future driving violations and related crashes and injuries.

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48 To improve safety, education efforts can also be used to supplement enforcement. Additionally, education efforts can supplement enforcement to improve the efficiency of each. Education can also be employed in the short-term to address high crash locations until the recommended infrastructure project can be implemented, addressed under Engineering improvements and countermeasures. Similarly, Emergency Medical Services entails strategies around supporting organizations that provide rapid response and care when responding to collisions causing injury, by stabilizing victims and transporting them to facilities.

Existing Traffic Safety Efforts in the City of Willits
The City of Willits has already implemented safety strategies corresponding to the 4 E’s of traffic safety. The strategies detailed in this chapter can supplement these existing programs and concentrate them on high injury collision locations and crash types. These initiatives are summarized in the table below:

Table 10. Existing Programs Summary
Document Description E’s Addressed
Willits Safe Routes to School
Action Plan (2017)
This plan includes recommendations to improve the safety for both walking and biking in areas around all seven of the Willits area schools.

Engineering
Education
Enforcement
City of Willits Traffic Safety
Evaluation (2010)
The primary objective of this TSE is to improve traffic safety in the City of Willits. City staff was particularly interested in improving safety for pedestrians and bicyclists along Main Street.

Engineering
Enforcement
Willits Main Street Corridor
Enhancement Plan (2017)
This plan was prepared in preparation for the opening of the US 101 bypass of Willits and eventual relinquishment of the former stretch of US 101 that serves as Main Street through the City of Willits, north of the intersection with SR 20.

Engineering
Willits Bicycle and Pedestrian
Specific Plan (2009)
This plan was developed with the intent of identifying bicycle and pedestrian facilities within the City of Willits that would serve residents and visitors. Projects within the plan would enhance tourism, promote health, and improve safety.

Engineering
Education
Downtown Willits Streets and
Alleys Connectivity Study (2017)
This Plan seeks to beautify and enhance connectivity
downtown, provide better accessibility for pedestrians and bicyclists, maintain parking and provide loading zones, improve traffic safety, lighting, signage and landscaping.

Engineering
Mendocino County Safe Routes
to School Plan (2014)
In addition to the Citywide program the countywide Safe Routes to School (SRTS) is also a resource to a program with a simple goal: helping more children get to school by walking and bicycling.

Engineering
Education
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Local Roadway Safety Plan
49 Document Description E’s Addressed
Mendocino County Regional
Active Transportations Plan
(2017)
Details bicycle and pedestrian improvements on County
significant corridors. Includes detailed priority bike and pedestrian projects.

Engineering
Mendocino Council of
Governments 2020 Regional
Transportation Improvement
Program (2019)
The Regional Transportation Improvement Program (RTIP) is a program of highway, local road, transit and active
transportation projects that a region plans to fund with State and Federal revenue.

Engineering
Willits Police Department
Ongoing Programs and
Resources
The City Police Department has a number of programs and resources to reduce traffic fatalities and an ongoing
commitment to enforcing traffic violations at key location in Willits including schools.

Enforcement
Education
Walk and Bike Mendocino
Walk and Bike Mendocino promotes safe walking and biking as a primary transportation choice in short distance travel in Mendocino County.

Education
Factors considered in the determination of Emphasis Areas This section presents collision data analysis of collision type, collision factors, facility type, roadway geometries, analyzed for the various emphasized areas. Emphasis areas were determined by factors that led to the highest amount of injury collisions, with a specific emphasis on fatal and severe (F+SI) injury collisions. In addition to the collision data, emphasis areas were also determined by the feedback received from stakeholders. This section also presents comprehensive programs, policies and countermeasures to reduce collisions in specific emphasis areas.

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50 Emphasis Area 1 – Intersection Safety
A total 40 collisions occurred on the high injury network in the City out of which 31 (78 percent) of these collisions occurred at intersection, including 4 fatal and severe injury (F+SI) collisions.

The following are major findings based on intersection injury collisions that occurred on the high injury network in the City of Willits followed by strategies to make these locations safer. 81%
Occurred on Main
Street
32%
Involved a Pedestrian
or Bicyclist
26%
Unsafe Speed Collisions
Table 11. Emphasis Area 1 Strategies
Objective:

To reduce the number of injury collisions at intersections.

Strategy Performance Measure Agencies/Organizations
Education
Conduct public information and education campaign for
intersection safety laws regarding traffic signals, stop signs, and turning left or right.

Number of education
campaigns.

City/ School District/ Police
Department
Enforcement
Targeted enforcement at high-risk intersections to monitor traffic law violations right-of-way violations, speed limit laws and other violations that occur at intersections.

Number of tickets issued. Police Department
Engineering
• S02, Improve signal hardware: lenses, back-plates with retroreflective borders, mounting, size, and number
• S03, Improve signal timing (coordination, phases, red, yellow, or operation)
• S08, Convert signal to mast arm (from pedestal-mounted) • S09, Install raised pavement markers and striping (Through Intersection)
• S16/NS04/NS05, Convert intersection to roundabout
• NS06, Install/upgrade larger or additional stop signs or other intersection warning/regulatory signs
• NS07, Upgrade intersection pavement markings (NS.I.)
• R01, Add Segment Lighting
• R22, Install/Upgrade signs with new fluorescent sheeting (regulatory or warning)
• R27, Install delineators, reflectors and/or object markers Number of intersections
improved. City
EMS
S05, Install emergency vehicle pre-emption systems EMS vehicle response time. Mendocino County Local Emergency Services Agency
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51 Emphasis Area 2 – Unsafe Speed Collisions
A total 40 collisions occurred on the high injury network out of which 9 (23 percent) of these collisions were unsafe speed collisions, including 1 fatal and severe injury (F+SI) collisions. The following are major findings based on unsafe speed collisions on the high injury network in the City of Willits followed by strategies to make these locations safer:
89%
Rear-end collision
89%
Involved two motorvehicles
78%
Occurred on Main
Street
Table 12. Emphasis Area 2 Strategies
Objective:

Reduce the number of injury collisions that are due to unsafe speed violations.

Strategy
Performance
Measure Agencies/Organizations
Education
Conduct public information and education campaign for
safety laws regarding unsafe speed and its dangers.

Number of education
campaigns.

City/ School District/ Police
Department
Enforcement
Targeted enforcement at high-risk locations to monitor
unsafe speed.

Number of tickets
issued. Police Department
Engineering
• S16/NS04/NS05, Convert intersection to roundabout
• NS07, Upgrade intersection pavement markings (NS.I.)
• NS10, Install transverse rumble strips on approaches
• R22, Install/Upgrade signs with new fluorescent
sheeting (regulatory or warning)
• R27, Install delineators, reflectors and/or object markers • R26, Install dynamic/ variable speed warning signs
• R28, Install edge-lines and centerlines
• R36PB, Install/upgrade pedestrian crossing (with
enhanced safety features)
Number of locations
improved. City
EMS
S05, Install emergency vehicle pre-emption systems EMS vehicle response time.

Mendocino County Local
Emergency Services Agency
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52 Emphasis Area 3 – Improper Turning Violations
A total 40 collisions occurred on the high injury network out of which 9 (23 percent) of these collisions were due to improper-turning violations, including 3 fatal and severe injury (F+SI) collisions. The following are major findings of collisions due to improper-turning violations on the high injury network in the City of Willits followed by strategies to make these locations safer:
56%
Hit-object collision
34%
Occurred in darklighting conditions
23%
Involved a pedestrian or
a bicyclist
Table 13. Emphasis Area 3 Strategies
Objective:

Reduce the number of injury collisions due to improper turning violation.

Strategy Performance Measure Agencies/
Organizations
Education
Conduct public information and education campaign for safety laws regarding traffic lights, stop signs, and turning left or right. Number of education campaigns. City/ School District/ Police Department Enforcement
Targeted enforcement at high-risk locations. Number of tickets issued. Police Department Engineering
• S02, Improve signal hardware: lenses, back-plates with retroreflective borders, mounting, size, and number
• S03, Improve signal timing (coordination, phases, red, yellow, or operation)
• S08, Convert signal to mast arm (from pedestal-mounted) • S09, Install raised pavement markers and striping (Through Intersection)
• S16/NS04/NS05, Convert intersection to roundabout
• NS06, Install/upgrade larger or additional stop signs or other intersection warning/regulatory signs
• NS07, Upgrade intersection pavement markings (NS.I.)
• R01, Add Segment Lighting
• R22, Install/Upgrade signs with new fluorescent sheeting (regulatory or warning)
• R27, Install delineators, reflectors and/or object markers Number of locations improved. City
EMS
S05, Install emergency vehicle pre-emption systems EMS vehicle response time. Mendocino County Local Emergency Services Agency
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53 Emphasis Area 4 – Vehicle-Pedestrian Collisions
A total 40 collisions occurred on the high injury network out of which 11 (28 percent) of these collisions were vehicle-pedestrian collisions, including 3 fatal and severe injury (F+SI) collisions.

The following are major findings based on pedestrian injury collisions on the high injury network in the City of Willits followed by strategies to make these locations safer:
37%
Occurred in dark or low
lighting conditions
36%
Pedestrian right of
way violations
63%
Occurred on Main Street
Table 14. Emphasis Area 4 Strategies
Objective:

Reduce the number of pedestrian injury collisions.

Strategy Performance Measure Agencies/Organizations
Education
Conduct pedestrian safety campaigns and outreach to raise awareness of pedestrian safety needs through media outlets, social media and Bike and Walk Mendocino. Update pamphlet for crosswalk safety for Willits every 3-5 years.

Number of education campaigns City/ School District/ Police Department
Enforcement
Targeted enforcement at high-risk locations especially near schools and downtown. Number of tickets issued. Police Department Engineering
• S21PB, Modify signal phasing to implement a Leading
Pedestrian Interval (LPI)
• NS07, Upgrade intersection pavement markings (NS.I.)
• NS19PB, Install raised medians (refuge islands)
• NS21PB/R35PB, Install/upgrade pedestrian crossing (with enhanced safety features)
• R36PB, Install raised pedestrian crossing
• R37PB, Install Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFB) • High-visibility ladder crosswalks
• Mid-block curb extension
• In-road yield sign for pedestrian crossing at crosswalk • Pedestrian safety improvements at on ramp off/ramps
• The City should apply for HSIP pedestrian set aside funds every two years
Number of locations improved. City
EMS
S05, Install emergency vehicle pre-emption systems EMS vehicle response time. Mendocino County Local Emergency Services Agency
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54 Emphasis Area 5 – Rear-end Collisions
A total 40 collisions occurred on the high injury network out of which 8 (20 percent) of these were rear-end collisions. The following are major findings based on rear-end collisions that occurred on the high injury network in the City of Willits followed by strategies to make these locations safer:
100%
Occurred due to Unsafe
speed violations
88%
Occurred on Main
Street
12%
Occurred on E
Commercial Street
Table 15. Emphasis Area 5 Strategies
Objective:

Reduce the number of rear-end injury collision.

Strategy Performance Measure Agencies/Organizations
Education
Conduct public information and education campaign for
safety laws regarding and the larger risk of collisions. Number of education campaigns City/ Police Department Enforcement
Targeted enforcement at high-risk locations to monitor
collisions that occur at due to unsafe speed violations. Number of tickets issued. Police Department Engineering
• S02, Improve signal hardware: lenses, back-plates
with retroreflective borders, mounting, size and
number
• S10, Install flashing beacon as warning
• NS06, Install/upgrade larger or additional stop signs or other intersection warning/regulatory signs
• R01, Add segment lighting
• R22, Install/Upgrade signs with new fluorescent
sheeting (regulatory or warning)
• R27, Install delineators, reflectors and/or object
markers
• R26, Install dynamic/ variable speed warning signs
• R27, Install delineators, reflectors and/or object
markers
Number of locations improved. City
EMS
S05, Install emergency vehicle pre-emption systems EMS vehicle response time. Mendocino County Local Emergency Services Agency
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55 Emphasis Area 6 – broadside Collisions
A total 40 collisions occurred on the high injury network out of which 8 (20 percent) of these collisions were broadside collisions. The following are major findings based on broadside collisions that occurred on the high injury network in the City of Willits followed by strategies to make these locations safer:
75%
Occurred due to
Automobile right-ofway violation
88%
Occurred between
two motor vehicles
88%
Occurred on Main
Street
Table 16. Emphasis Area 6 Strategies
Objective:

Reduce the number of broadside injury collisions.

Strategy Performance Measure Agencies/Organizations
Education
Conduct public information and education campaign for
intersection safety laws regarding traffic lights, stop signs, and turning left or right.

Number of education
campaigns.

School/City/ Police
Department
Enforcement
Targeted enforcement at high-risk intersections to monitor traffic law violations right-of-way violations, and traffic signals and signs violations.

Number of citations
and/or warning tickets
issued.

Police Department
Engineering
• S02, Improve signal hardware: lenses, back-plates with retroreflective borders, mounting, size, and number
• S03, Improve signal timing (coordination, phases, red, yellow, or operation)
• S08, Convert signal to mast arm (from pedestal-mounted) • S09, Install raised pavement markers and striping (Through Intersection)
• S16/NS04/NS05, Convert intersection to roundabout
• NS06, Install/upgrade larger or additional stop signs or other intersection warning/regulatory signs
• NS07, Upgrade intersection pavement markings (NS.I.)
• R01, Add Segment Lighting
• R22, Install/Upgrade signs with new fluorescent sheeting (regulatory or warning)
• R27, Install delineators, reflectors and/or object markers Number of
intersections improved. City
EMS
S05, Install emergency vehicle pre-emption systems EMS vehicle response time.

Mendocino County Local
Emergency Services Agency
City of Willits
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56 Emphasis Area 7 – Hit Object Collisions
A total 40 collisions occurred on the high injury network out of which 6 (15 percent) of these collisions were hit object collisions, including 2 fatal and severe injury (F+SI) collisions. The following are major findings based on hit object collisions on the high injury network in the City of Willits followed by strategies to make these locations safer:
83%
Improper turning collisions
50%
Occurred in dark/low lighting
conditions
67%
Occurred on roadway
segments/mid-block
locations
Table 17. Emphasis Area 7 Strategies
Objective:

Reduce the number of injury collisions were hit object collisions.

Strategy Performance
Measure Agencies/Organizations
Education
Conduct public information and education campaign for
intersection safety laws regarding, unsafe speeds,
distracted driving, improper turning and driving under the influence.

Number of
education
campaigns
City/ School District/ Police Department
Enforcement
Targeted enforcement at high-risk locations. Number of
tickets issued. Police Department
Engineering
• R01, Add segment lighting
• R03, Install median barrier
• R04, Install guard rail
• R15. Widen shoulder
• R21, Improve pavement friction
• R22, Install/Upgrade signs with new fluorescent
sheeting (regulatory or warning)
• R26, Install dynamic / variable speed warnings
• R27, Install delineators, reflectors and/or object
markers
• R28, Install edge lines and centerlines
Number of
locations
improved.

City
EMS
S05, Install emergency vehicle pre-emption systems EMS vehicle response time.

Mendocino County Local Emergency Services
Agency
City of Willits
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57 5.Countermeasure Identification
This section summarizes the process of selecting countermeasures on Willits streets as part of the analysis for the LRSP. Countermeasures were selected for each of the identified high-risk intersections and roadway segments based on extensive review of existing conditions at the site and characteristics of identified collisions on the High Injury Network.

Identified collision factors and existing conditions were cross referenced with the Caltrans LRSM identified countermeasures that are HSIP approved. Countermeasures that best fit the site and had the highest opportunity for systemic implementation were selected. Countermeasures were selected not only for each high-risk location, but also for each identified citywide Emphasis Area.

Countermeasure Selection
In 2010, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) published a set of three manuals local and rural road owners to present a simple, data driven safety analysis framework for rural agencies across the country. In conjunction with these documents, California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) developed the Local Roadway Safety Manual (LRSM). The goal of this manual is to “maximize the safety benefits for local roadways by encouraging all local agencies to proactively identify and analyze their safety issues and to position themselves to compete effectively in Caltrans’ statewide, data-driven call-for-projects.”2 Although, the LRSM identifies all of California’s local roadway safety issues and the countermeasures that address them, this document only highlights the issues and countermeasures relevant to the local roads of the City of Chowchilla. This section identifies the different solutions for the City from HSIP-qualified and non-HSIP countermeasures. It also provides a brief description along with their corresponding crash reduction factors (CRF), expected life and baseline cost. An excerpt of the LRSM, detailing each available HSIP countermeasure referenced in the recommendations tables, is included as Appendix C.

The countermeasures have been divided into three categories:
• Signalized (S) – countermeasures only applicable for signalized intersections; • Non-Signalized (NS) – countermeasures only applicable to stop-controlled, or uncontrolled intersections;
• Roadway Segment (RS) – countermeasures only applicable to roadway segments; • Other (O) – countermeasures that do not qualify for HSIP funding.

2 https://dot.ca.gov/-/media/dot-media/programs/local-assistance/documents/hsip/2020/lrsm2020.pdf City of Willits
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58 Draft Countermeasure Toolbox
Appendix D detail the draft countermeasures for each high-risk location and Emphasis Area, separated by intersections and roadway segments. While not all of these countermeasures will be included in the resulting safety projects, they are included to give the City a toolbox for implementing future safety improvements through other means, such as the City’s Capital Improvement Program.

Signalized Intersections Countermeasures
S02 – Improve signal hardware: lenses, back-plates with retroreflective borders, mounting, size, and number.

Signalized intersections with a high frequency of right-angle and rear-end crashes occurring because drivers are unable to see traffic signals sufficiently in advance to safely negotiate the intersection being approached.
• Crash Reduction Factor –
15%
• Expected Life – 10 years
• Baseline Cost –
Approximately $40,000 per
intersection

S03 – Improve signal timing (coordination, phases, red, yellow, or operation) Improve signal hardware: lenses,
back-plates with retroreflective borders, mounting, size, and number. Includes adding phases, lengthening clearance intervals, eliminating or restricting higher-risk movements, and coordinating signals at multiple locations.
• Crash Reduction Factor –
15%
• Expected Life – 10 years
• Baseline Cost –
Approximately $11,000 per
intersection
S17PB – Install pedestrian countdown signal heads A
pedestrian countdown signal contains a timer display and counts down the number of seconds left to finish crossing the street. Countdown signals can reassure pedestrians who are in the crosswalk when the flashing "DON’T WALK" interval appears that they still have time to finish crossing.
• Crash Reduction Factor –
25%
• Expected Life – 20 years
• Baseline Cost –
Approximately $10,000
S20PB - Install advance stop bar before crosswalk Adding advance stop bar before the striped crosswalk has the
opportunity to enhance both pedestrian and bicycle safety. • Crash Reduction Factor –
15%
• Expected Life – 10 years
Baseline Cost –
Approximately $4,000 per
intersection
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59 S21PB - Modify signal phasing to implement a Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI). A leading pedestrian interval (LPI) gives pedestrians the opportunity to enter an intersection 3-7 seconds before vehicles are given a green indication. With this head start, pedestrians can better establish their presence in the crosswalk before vehicles have priority to turn left.
• Crash Reduction Factor –
15%
• Expected Life – 10 years
• Baseline Cost –
Approximately $4,000 per
intersection
Non-Signalized Intersections Countermeasures
NS01 – Add intersection lighting. Non-signalized
intersections that have a disproportionate number of nighttime crashes and do not currently provide lighting at the intersection or at its approaches. Crash data should be studied to ensure that safety at the intersection could be improved by providing lighting (this strategy would be supported by a significant number of crashes that occur at night).
• Crash Reduction Factor –
40%
• Expected Life – 20 years
• Baseline Cost –
Approximately $100,000 per
intersection
NS06 – Install/upgrade larger or additional stop signs or other intersection warning/regulatory signs. The visibility of intersections and, thus, the ability of approaching drivers to perceive them can be enhanced by installing larger regulatory and warning signs at or prior to intersections. A key to success in applying this strategy is to select a combination of regulatory and warning sign techniques appropriate for the conditions on a particular unsignalized intersection approach.
• Crash Reduction Factor –
15%
• Expected Life – 10 years
• Baseline Cost –
Approximately $4,200 per
intersection
NS07 – Upgrade intersection pavement markings (NS.I.).

Unsignalized intersections that are not clearly visible to approaching motorists, particularly approaching motorists on the major road. The strategy is particularly appropriate for intersections with patterns of rear-end, right-angle, or turning crashes related to lack of driver awareness of the presence of the intersection
• Crash Reduction Factor –
25%
• Expected Life – 10 years
• Baseline Cost –
Approximately $900 per
intersection
NS21 – Install/upgrade pedestrian crossing at
uncontrolled locations (with enhanced safety
features). Adding pedestrian crossings that include enhances safety features has the opportunity to enhance pedestrian safety at locations noted as being especially problematic. The • Crash Reduction Factor –
35%
• Expected Life – 20 years
• Baseline Cost –
Approximately $15,000
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60 enhanced safety elements help delineate a portion of the roadway that is designated for pedestrian crossing.

NS22PB – Install Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon
(RRFB) Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) includes pedestrian-activated flashing lights and additional signage that enhance the visibility of marked crosswalks and alert motorists to pedestrian crossings
• Crash Reduction Factor –
35%
• Expected Life – 20 years
• Baseline Cost –
Approximately $40,000
Roadway Countermeasures
R01 – Add segment lighting. Providing roadway lighting
improves the safety during nighttime conditions by (1) making drivers more aware of the surroundings, which improves
drivers' perception-reaction times, (2) enhancing drivers' available sight distances to perceive roadway characteristic in advance of the change, and (3) improving non-motorist's visibility and navigation.
• Crash Reduction Factor –
35%
• Expected Life – 20 years
• Baseline Cost –
Approximately $100,000

R22 – Install/Upgrade signs with new fluorescent sheeting (regulatory or warning). The target for this strategy should be on roadway segments with patterns of head on, nighttime, nonintersection, run-off road, and sideswipe crashes related to lack of driver awareness of the presence of a specific roadway feature or regulatory requirement. Ideally this type of safety CM would be combined with other sign evaluations and upgrades (install chevrons, warning signs, delineators, markers, beacons, and relocation of existing signs per MUTCD standards.). • Crash Reduction Factor –
15%
• Expected Life – 10 years
• Baseline Cost –
Approximately $2,000
R26 – Install dynamic/variable speed warning signs. This strategy primarily addresses crashes caused by motorists traveling too fast around sharp curves. It is intended to get the drivers attention and give them a visual warning that they may be traveling over the recommended speed for the approaching curve. Care should be taken to limit the placement of these signs to help maintain their effectiveness.
• Crash Reduction Factor –
30%
• Expected Life – 10 years
• Baseline Cost –
Approximately $ 20,000
R27 – Install delineators, reflectors and/or object markers.

Roadways that have an unacceptable level of crashes on curves • Crash Reduction Factor –
15%
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61 (relatively flat to sharp) during periods of light and darkness.

Any road with a history of fixed object crashes is a candidate for this treatment, as are roadways with similar fixed objects along the roadside that have yet to experience crashes.
• Expected Life – 10 years
• Baseline Cost –
Approximately $2,000
R28 – Install edge-lines and centerlines. Any road with a history of run-off-road right, head-on, opposite-directionsideswipe, or run-off-road-left crashes is a candidate for this treatment - install where the existing lane delineation is not sufficient to assist the motorist in understanding the existing limits of the roadway. Depending on the width of the roadway, various combinations of edge line and/or center line pavement markings may be the most appropriate.
• Crash Reduction Factor –
25%
• Expected Life – 10 years
• Baseline Cost –
Approximately $10,000
R34PB – Install sidewalk/pathway (to avoid walking along roadway). Sidewalks and walkways provide people with space to travel within the public right-of-way that is separated from roadway vehicles. The presence of sidewalks on both sides of the street has been found to be related to significant reductions in the “walking along roadway” pedestrian crash risk compared to locations where no sidewalks or walkways exist.
• Crash Reduction Factor –
80%
• Expected Life – 20 years
• Baseline Cost –
Approximately $150,000
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62 Other Countermeasures
Bulb outs/curb extensions. Curb extensions (also called bulb-outs) extend the sidewalk into the parking lane to narrow the roadway and provide additional pedestrian space at key locations; they can be used at corners and at mid-block. Curb extensions enhance pedestrian safety by increasing pedestrian visibility, shortening crossing distances, slowing turning vehicles, and visually narrowing the roadway.

Speed Feedback Signs. Speed feedback signs, also known as dynamic speed displays, provide drivers with feedback about their speed in relationship to the posted speed limit. When appropriately complemented with police enforcement, speed feedback signs can be an effective method for reducing speeds at a desired location.

In Road Yield/stop Signs. In-street pedestrian crossing signs (MUTCD R1-6 or R1-6a) are placed within the roadway, either between travel lanes or in a median. The sign may be used to remind road users of laws regarding right-of-way at an unsignalized pedestrian crossing. This countermeasure is used with other crosswalk visibility enhancements to indicate optimal or preferred locations for people to cross and to help reinforce the driver requirement to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians at crossing locations.

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63 6. Safety Projects
High-Collision Network Projects
This section summarizes the process of selecting safety projects as part of the analysis for the City of Willits’s LRSP. The next step after the identification of high-risk locations, emphasis areas and applicable countermeasures is to identify location-specific safety improvements for all highrisk roadway segments and intersections.

Specific countermeasures and improvements were selected from the 2020 LRSM, where:
• S refers to improvements at signalized locations,
• NS refers to improvements at non-signalized locations, and • R refers to improvements at roadway segments.

The corresponding number refers to the countermeasure number in the LRSM (2020). The countermeasures were grouped into safety projects for high-risk intersections and roadway segments. A total of eight safety projects were developed. All countermeasures were identified based on the technical teams’ assessment of viability that consisted of extensive analysis, observations, and City staff input. The most applicable and appropriate countermeasures as identified have been grouped together to form projects that can help make high-risk locations safer.

Table 18 lists the safety projects for high-risk intersections and roadway segments, along with total base planning level cost (2021 dollar amounts) estimates and the resultant preliminary Benefit-Cost (B/C) Ratio. The “Total Benefit” estimates were calculated for the proposed improvements being evaluated in the proactive safety analysis. This “Total Benefit” is divided by the “Total Cost per Location” estimates for the proposed improvements, giving the resultant B/C Ratio. The B/C Ratio Calculation follows the methodology as mentioned in the LRSM (2020).

Attachment E lists the detailed methodology to calculate B/C Ratio, the complete cost, benefit and B/C Ratio calculation spreadsheet.

The next step in the process will be to prepare grant ready materials for HSIP Cycle 11 applications. TJKM has scoped to provide the City with materials for up to three applications.

However, it should be noted that while the LRSP projects were based on high-risk locations, HSIP applications can be expanded to include many locations across the city.

Once the three desired projects are selected, our team recommends three potential options for selecting locations to include in the HSIP applications:

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64 • Select the top projects ranked by crash cost
• City identifies desired intersections
• Apply for various intersections citywide with more generic cost estimates These safety projects were chosen based on the previously completed collisions analysis, which was used to identify main collision attributes that were found to be leading factors of fatal and severe collisions in Willits.

For fatal and severe injury (F+SI) collisions, 43 percent of collisions were pedestrian collisions on Main Street has more pedestrian collisions than other roads in the City of Willits. Recommended improvements at these locations include pedestrian countdown signal heads, upgrading pedestrian crossings at uncontrolled locations and installing rectangular rapid flashing beacons.

About 29 percent of the F+SI collisions have been identified to be hit-object collisions.

Sherwood Road and East Hill Road have more hit object collisions than other roads in the City of Willits. Recommended improvements at these location include installing delineators, reflectors, object markers, edge-lines and centerlines.

Table 18. List of Viable Safety Projects
Location CM1 CM2 CM3 Cost per
Location B/C Ratio
Project 1: Systemic Improvements at Signalized Intersections Main St & Commercial St S02 S03 S12 $ 98,140

14.82 Main St & Holly St S03 S12 $ 106,820
Main St & Rt 20 S03 S12 $ 208,306
Project 2: Systemic Improvements at Unsignalized Intersections Main St & State St NS01 NS06 $ 31,480

44.69 Main St & Wood St NS01 $ 29,490
Main St & Gregory Ln NS06 $ 400
Main St & Van Ln NS06 $ 1,000
Main St & Muir Mill Rd NS06 $ 1,400
Main St & East San
Francisco St NS06 $ 20,500
Main St & Franklin Av NS06 NS07 $ 1,176
Main St & Manor Wy NS06 NS07 $ 576
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65 Location CM1 CM2 CM3 Cost per
Location B/C Ratio
Monroe St & Main St NS06 NS07 $ 576
Spruce St & Pine St NS01 $ 500
E Oak St & Main St NS01 NS06 $ 900
Blosser Lane/Fort Bragg
Willits Road/Coast Street NS06 $ 1,400
Project 3: Systemic Roadway Segment Improvements
North Main Street, from
Sherwood Road to East
Commercial Street
R22 $ 3,150

42.74 Sherwood Road, from
Main Street to City
Boundary
R26 $ 20,000
South Main Street, from
Hazel Street to Muir Mill
Road
R22 R26 R28 $ 39,500
South Main Street, from
Hazel Street to East
Commercial Street
R22 R26 $ 24,500
East Commercial Street,
between South Main
Street and 1000 feet E of
S Lenore Avenue
R22 R26 $ 27,375
North Main Street, from
Sherwood Road to City
Boundary
R22 R26 $ 29,890
Project 4: Systemic Roadway Segment Improvements
Sherwood Road, from
Main Street to City
Boundary
R01 R27 $ 126,336
East Hill Road, between 0.76
650 feet E of Haehl Creek
Drive and the City
boundary
R01 R27 $ 317,016
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66 Location CM1 CM2 CM3 Cost per
Location B/C Ratio
Poplar Avenue, between
Walnut Street and City
Boundary
R01 R34PB $ 422,632
Project 5: Pedestrian Set Aside
Main St & East San
Francisco St
NS21PB NS22PB $ 79,456
N/A W Valley Rd & Main St NS22PB $ 28,000
Main St & Commercial St S17PB S20PB $ 14,221
Notes: CM – countermeasure. B/C ratio is the dollar amount of benefits divided by the cost of the countermeasure. S02- Improve signal hardware: lenses, back-plates with retroreflective borders, mounting, size, and number, S03- Improve signal timing, S09-Install raised pavement markers and striping, S12- Install raised median on approaches, S17PB- Install pedestrian countdown signal head, NS01- Add intersection lighting (NS.I.), NS03- Install Signals, NS06- Install/upgrade larger or additional stop signs or other intersection warning/regulatory signs, NS07- Upgrade intersection pavement markings (NS.I.), NS21PB- Install/upgrade pedestrian crossing at uncontrolled locations (new signs and markings only), NS22PB – Install rectangular rapid flashing beacon (RRFB), R01- Add segment lighting, R22- Install/Upgrade signs with new fluorescent sheeting (regulatory or warning), R26 - Install dynamic/variable speed warning signs, R27- Install delineators, reflectors and/or object markers, R28- Install edge-lines and centerlines, R34PB – Install sidewalk/pathway
Costs include contingency, PS&E, environmental and construction costs HSIP Applications
The next step will be to prepare HSIP grant ready materials, so that the City may submit them for HSIP Cycle 11 funding in 2022.

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67 7. Evaluation and Implementation
This chapter describes the steps the City may take to evaluate the success of this plan and steps needed to update the plan in the future. The LRSP is a guidance document and requires periodic updates to assess its efficacy and re-evaluate potential solutions. It is recommended to update the plan every two to five years in coordination with the identified safety partners. This document was developed based on community needs, stakeholder input, and collision analysis conducted to identify priority emphasis areas throughout the City. The implementation of strategies under each emphasis area would aim to reduce fatal and severe injury collisions in the coming years.

Funding is a critical component of implementing any safety project. While the HSIP program is a common source of funding for safety projects, there are numerous other funding sources that could be pursued for such projects. Potential funding sources are listed below in Table 19.

Table 19. Potential Funding Sources
Funding
Source
Funding
Agency
Amount
Available
Next
Estimated
Call for
Projects
Applicable
E’s
Notes
Active
Transportation
Program
Caltrans,
California
Transportation
Commission
~$223
million per
year
2022 Engineering,
Education
Can use used for most
active transportation
related safety projects as
well as education
programs
Highway Safety
Improvement
Program
Caltrans TBD Early 2022 Engineering Most common grant
source for safety projects
Surface
Transportation
Block Group
Program
FHWA
(Administered
through MCTC)
Varies by FY TBD Engineering Typically used for roadway projects
Congestion
Mitigation and
Air Quality
(CMAQ)
FHWA
(Administered
through MCTC)
Varies by FY TBD Engineering Focused on projects that
improve air quality
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Source
Funding
Agency
Amount
Available
Next
Estimated
Call for
Projects
Applicable
E’s
Notes
Office of Traffic
Safety Grants
California Office
of Traffic Safety
Varies by
grant
Closes
January 31st
annually
Education,
Enforcement,
Emergency
Response
10 grants available to
address various
components of traffic
safety
Affordable
Housing and
Sustainable
Communities
Program
Strategic Growth
Council and
Dept. of Housing
and Community
Development
~$405
million
2022 Engineering,
Education
Must be connected to
affordable housing
projects; typically focuses
on bike/ped
infrastructure/programs
Urban Greening
California
Natural
Resources
Agency
$28.5 million 2022 Engineering
Focused on
bike/pedestrian
infrastructure and greening
public spaces
Local Streets
and Road
Maintenance
and
Rehabilitation
CTC (distributed
to local
agencies)
$1.5 billion
statewide
N/A;
distributed
by formula
Engineering Typically pays for road
maintenance type projects
RAISE Grant USDOT ~$1 billion 2022 Engineering Typically used for larger infrastructure projects
Sustainable
Transportation
Equity Project
California Air
Resources Board
~$19.5
million
TBD; most
recent call
in 2020
Engineering,
Education
Targets projects that will
increase transportation
equity in disadvantaged
communities
Transformative
Climate
Communities
Strategic Growth
Council ~$90 million
TBD; most
recent call
in 2020
Engineering
Funds community-led
projects that achieve major
reductions in greenhouse
gas emissions in
disadvantaged
communities.

Implementation
The LRSP document provides engineering, education, enforcement, and emergency medical service related countermeasures that can be implemented throughout the City to reduce F+SI collisions. It is recommended that the City of Willits implement the selected projects highcollision locations in coordination with other projects proposed for the City’s infrastructure development in their future Capital Improvement Plans.

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69 The success of the LRSP can be achieved by fostering communication among the City and the safety partners.

Monitoring and Evaluation
For the success of the LRSP, it is crucial to monitor and evaluate the four E-strategies continuously. Monitoring and evaluation help provide accountability, ensures the effectiveness of the countermeasures for each emphasis area, and help making decisions on the need for new strategies. The process would help the City make informed decisions regarding the implementation plan’s progress and accordingly, update the goals and objectives of the plan.

After implementing countermeasures, the strategies should be evaluated annually as per their performance measures. The evaluation should be recorded in a before-after study to validate the effectiveness of each countermeasure as per the following observations:
• Number of fatal and severe injury collisions
• Number of police citations
• Number of public comments and concerns
Evaluation should be conducted during similar time periods and durations each year. The most important measure of success of the LRSP should be reduction in fatal and severe injury collisions throughout the City. If the number of F+SI collisions doesn’t decrease initially, then the countermeasures should be evaluated as per the other observations, as mentioned above. The effectiveness of the countermeasures should be compared to the goals for each emphasis area.

LRSP Update
The LRSP is a guidance document and is recommended to be updated every two to five years after adoption. After monitoring performance measures focused on the status and progress of the E’s strategies in each emphasis area, the next LRSP update can be tailored to resolve any continuing safety problems. The City of Willits’s Public Works Department will be accountable for the progress of the plan goals. An annual stakeholder meeting with the safety partners is also recommended to discuss the progress for each emphasis area and oversee the implementation plan. The document should then be updated as per the latest collision data, emerging trends, and the E’s strategies’ progress and implementation.

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APPENDIX A: TABLE OF POLICIES AND PROJECTS FROM THE
LITERATURE REVIEW:

Matrix of Planning Goals, Policies, and Projects
Document Highlights
Willits General Plan
Vision 2020 (1992)
Goal
• To design and maintain a fully integrated local network which provides for safe and convenient circulation using a variety of transportation modes.

Policies
• Promote beautification efforts along the City's roadways. • Enhance the availability and accessibility of alternative modes of transportation, such as walking, bicycling, carpools and buses.

Incorporate mass transit facilities· such as bus shelters and park and ride lots into the design of public and private development projects.
• Designate a network of bicycle routes providing safe passage throughout the City; establish linkages between schools and the designated bikeway.

Willits Safe Routes to
School Action Plan
(2017)
• Install crosswalk on North Main Street at Casteel Lane near Willits High School
• Install sidewalk along high school Main Street frontage • Install sidewalk near Sanhedrin High School
• Install missing sidewalk on streets to the north and east of Brookside Elementary School
• Install missing sidewalk on streets to the south and west of Brookside elementary school
• Install a Class II bike facility on school street, north street and a portion on laurel street
• Install missing sidewalk on the north end of Mill Street, Pine Street, Laurel Street, Redwood Avenue, Spruce Street and Easy Street for Brookside Elementary School.
• Install intersection improvements at highway 20/Blosser Lane - Coast Street developed by Caltrans including school zone signs and markings, pedestrian crossing signs, high visibility markings and additional intersection markings. Also install radar feedback signs and other intersection improvements which may include roundabout
• Install stop signs on both ends of Harms Lane and West San Francisco Avenue and the west end of Tuttie Lane
• Install a bicycle facility, either bike route signing or bike lane signs and markings on Coast Street and Mill Street
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• Install a Class bike facility on School Street, North Street and a portion on Laurel Street
• Install crosswalks on East Valley Street at pen Street and Madden Street at East Valley Street, and on East San Francisco Avenue at Boscabelle Avenue
• Consider creating a class I bike facility along the railroad avenue corridor
• Install two crosswalks at the intersection of Sandy lane/Boechtel Road, and missing sidewalks along the north side of Boechtel Road
City of Willits Traffic
Safety Evaluation (2010)
Main Street/Sherwood Road Intersection Improvements
• Consider implementing a Leading Pedestrian Interval (CA MUTCD Section 4E.10) to provide additional separation
between the time when pedestrians begin crossing Main
Street and vehicles on Sherwood Road receive a green
indication. This may improve driver awareness of
pedestrians and reduce conflicts between pedestrians and turning vehicles.

Main Street/ Commercial Street Intersection Improvements • Consider implementing a Leading Pedestrian Interval for each pedestrian crossing to reduce conflicts between
pedestrians and turning vehicle
Main Street/ Valley Street Intersection Improvements
• The Circulation Study for the City of Willits Downtown Specific Plan (Fehr & Peers, 2000)identifies several
improvements at this intersection that would enhance
safety and traffic flow a his intersection. These
improvements were reviewed, and they remain reasonable
and appropriate; therefore, the City may consider
implementing these improvements:•
o Signalize the Main Street/East Valley Street
intersection.
o Prohibit left turn movements from West Valley
Street onto Main Street.
o Construct a raised median on Main Street between
East Valley Street and West Valley Street with
provisions for left turns onto West Valley Street
Main Street/ Walnut Street
• Consider constructing a raised median on Main Street that would physically restrict left turn movements from Walnut Street onto Main Street, while permitting left turns onto Walnut Street from Main Street
Main Street/ Baechtel Road (North)
• Monitor the intersection to determine if collisions occur due to the sight distance constraint and/or the creep
forward maneuver. If a collision pattern is identified, City of Willits
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consider restricting Baechtel Road to right turns only by installing a raised median on Main Street that would
physically restrict left turns from Baechtel Road while permitting left turns onto Baechtel Road from Main Street.

Main Street/ Gregory Lane
• Consider installing a raised pedestrian refuge in the median of Main Street.
• Consider replacing the existing crosswalk markings with a “triple-four” crosswalk
Main Street/ Baechtel Road (South)
• A roundabout has been contemplated by the City as part of their overall corridor planning efforts. A roundabout would be an appropriate gateway intersection as long as it is designed tocurrent modern roundabout design standards.

A roundabout may only be implemented after theWillits
bypass has been constructed, which would keep this
intersection from being the firstsignificant intersection that a driver encounters as they travel northbound into Willits.

Thebypass interchange would be located south of this
location
Willits Main Street
Corridor Enhancement Plan
(2017)
• Bicycle Circulation: Currently, there are no on-street bicycle facilities on Main Street. However, the bypass
improvements present an opportunity to introduce
corridor-wide bicycle circulation that is good for the
environment, personal health, and that helps to reduce
automobile traffic.
• Bicycle lanes with painted buffers should be included continuously along Main Street from Browns Corner to the high school. Lane markings should clearly designate the area for cyclists and include green color surfaces at points of conflict with vehicles.
• Bicycle parking should be strategically planned on Main Street. Bicycle racks should be installed in front of key businesses in the downtown core, at other important
landmarks, and well-used commercial and institutional uses along the corridor.
• Pedestrian Safety Measures: In order to create a more walkable Main Street, pedestrian safety interventions are extremely important for this plan. These measures not only protect pedestrians, but also help visibility with bicycles and vehicles, providing opportunities for place making.
• Where possible, pedestrian crossing distance should be shortened to minimize conflicts with bicycles and vehicles.

This can be accomplished with sidewalk extensions, bulb outs, and mid-block refuges Crosswalks on Main Street
should be clearly striped in order to reinforce the
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pedestrian right of way. High visibility markings such as continental style banding is recommended. Lighting should be provided at crosswalks for nighttime visibility.
• A minimum sidewalk clear zone width of 5 feet should be enforced on all Main Street sidewalks. This is in line with ADA requirements and creates a comfortable environment
for pedestrians. “Pinch points” where buildings or planting extends into the sidewalk should be corrected. In all areas, sidewalks of 10-12 feet or more are ideal to allow for trees, furniture, and space for merchants to occupy their
immediate frontage.
• Midblock crossings should be installed and reinforced where there is a pedestrian desire line. The crosswalk
should be striped and components such as medians and
rapid flashing beacons should be incorporated as
necessary.
• Leading pedestrian intervals are critical at some
intersections to reduce conflicts between vehicles and
pedestrians. This would give pedestrians a 3-7 second.

City of Willits Bicycle and
Pedestrian Specific Plan
(2009)
• Goal 1- Improve Safety and Education – To make the city’s circulation system safer for all pedestrians and bicyclists, and enhance education for bicyclists, pedestrians and
motorists
• Goal 2- Provide greater access – to provide a system of paths, lanes, routes, and support facilities that enable and encourage convenient pedestrian and bicycle circulation for all transportation needs, including travel to work, school, shopping or recreation activities
• Goal 3- Maintain and promote a high quality of life
• Goal 4 – Establish an effective implementation strategy – incorporate the needs of bicyclists and pedestrians into the City’s existing programs, policies, plans and operations, and involve all aspects of the community and local agencies in planning and implementation improved opportunities for
bicycle and pedestrian travel.

Downtown Willits
Street and Alleys
Connectivity Study
(2017)
Projects
• West Commercial Street: Curb extensions: Provide new curb extensions and bulbouts at the following locations:
• Southwest intersection corner at Main Street and
Commercial Street.
• Mid-block crosswalk at Muir Lane and Main Street.
• Southeast corner of Commercial Street and School Street. • Existing striped pedestrian refuges, currently buffered by planters, by formalizing them into bulbouts. Study
southwest corner of Commercial Street at Main Street
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intersection for feasibility of bulbouts in relation to truck turning radius and pedestrian safety.
• Main Street/ Commercial street Intersection:
• Protected left turn phasing and dedicated left turn lanes on Commercial Street through the removal of on-street
parking adjacent to the intersection
• Pedestrian bulb outs to shorten crosswalk distances
• Eastbound right turns on Commercial Street
accommodated via a right turn pocket shared with the
bike lane
• East Commercial Street Lane reconfiguration: The concept, recommends an alternative lane configuration combined with traffic signaling that would reduce traffic queuing times and permit smoother flow of traffic from both directions through the intersection:
• New southbound dedicated left-turn lane; and westbound thru·and right-turn lane at Main Street.
• Shift westbound bicycle lane at curb west of Fire Department and remove northside on-street parking (loss of four to five spaces}. • Maintain existing eastbound travel lane, shift slightly to accommodate new 2-foot buffer for existing eastbound bicycle lane.
• Relocate on-street parking along southside to accommodate new curb extension (loss of three to four spaces).
• Relocate four diagonal parking spaces reserved for better bicycle facility and additional public parallel parking spaces (gain of two to three spaces) .
• Curb Extensions / Bulbouts: Provide new bulbouts at all corners at each intersection. The configuration of each varies and should accommodate turning radii of commercial
vehicles, fire engines, and school buses. Provide bulbout along southside from Main Street to slightly past Schmidbauer Lane to accommodate street trees and furnishings and entrance to Schmidbauer. Provide extended bulbouts for transit with improved bus stop facilities at the northeast corner of Commercial and Humboldt Streets intersection. Relocate
existing bus stop in front of the Justice Center west of Marin Street to southeast corner of Commercial and Marin Street intersection .
• East of Humboldt Street: Maintain existing on-street parking and bicycle facilities. Provide new 2-foot buffer for both eastbound and westbound lanes. Provide striping at conflict zones where needed.
• New Pedestrian Crossing: Provide new pedestrian crossings over Northwest Pacific Railroad tracks along both north and south sides of Commercial Street.

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Willits Circulation
and Parking
Improvement Plan
(2002)
Policy Improvements
• To assist in future evaluations of traffic safety issues, it is recommended that additional information be collected for property damage only (PDO) collisions. The data needed
includes party at fault and the primary collision factor. This will assist in future determinations of potential patterns and possible corrective measures. The City Police Chief has indicated that less collision information is now being collected as a result of Police Officer staffing shortages.
• The City of Willits should consider an application for grant funding to develop a citywide traffic collision database and Graphical Information System (GIS). Grant applications are typically requested during the winter months.
• The City of Willits, together with elementary and secondary schools, should continue and to the extent possible increase educational efforts directed at young pedestrians and
bicyclists. A map of the school bus stops were obtained from the Willits Unified School District. The school bus stops are generally allocated on residential street which have low traffic volumes and slower moving traffic which reduce safety issues of boardings. It should be noted that the Willits Unified School District does not have an approved Safe Route to School Plan.

It is recommended that the City purpose grants through the State Office of Traffic Safety to complete a Safe Routes to School Plan.
• New police officers should be instructed and existing officers reminded through scheduled in-service training sessions of the importance of traffic safety. Special attention should be given to entering Primary Collision Factors (PCF) and Vehicle Code violations which precipitate collisions on collision reports. Emphasis should be given to less glamorous aspects of enforcement such as parking prohibitions, pedestrian violations and violations of pedestrians’ rights-of-way.

Recommendations
• Recommendation: Existing stop, warning and speed limit signs should be replaced where the signs are faded.
• The City of Willits should consider a policy for consistent use of STOP pavement legends at all stop-controlled intersections except at the intersection of two local street
• Consideration should be given to using a ladder or ‘zebra’ marking pattern for crosswalks at uncontrolled crossings that merit increased visibility
• Pedestrian crossing warning signs should be installed at all marked crosswalks where approaching vehicle traffic is not controlled by a traffic signal or stop sign
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• Consideration should be given to using a ladder or ‘zebra’ marking pattern for crosswalks at uncontrolled crossings that merit increased visibility
• Median refuge islands should be installed on Main Street where there is a demonstrated pedestrian crossing demand and the installation would not impact an existing turn lane. • Curb bulbouts should be installed at Main Street intersections within the downtown core to create a more pedestrian
friendly environment, provide additional areas for street furniture and reduce crossing distances for pedestrian. • Raised crosswalks or speed tables should be installed at pedestrian crossing locations which have a demonstrated demand. However, this type of measure should not be used on Main Street due to the traffic volumes and high volume of truck traffic.
• If in-pavement crosswalk lights are used to enhance driver awareness of pedestrians, they should be used in combination with measures such as signs, medians and/or bulbouts
• The City should coordinate with Caltrans to have all pedestrian crossing indications retrofitted with LED’s
• Because the pedestrian crossing demand in the vicinity of Main Street and the California Western Railroad tracks is readily apparent, it would be appropriate for the City to consider installation of an enhanced mid-block crossing adjacent to the City of Willits arch focal point. The mid-block crossing should include a pedestrian “refuge” area created by the use of short medians within the existing two-way left-turn lane.
• The City should consider installation of a modern roundabout at the Highway 20/Coast Street-Blosser Lane intersection in order to improve vehicle and pedestrian safety. The
conceptual layout should be submitted to Caltrans for their review and consideration
Mendocino County
Rail-with-Trail Plan
(2012)
• GOAL 1: Improve Non-Motorized Mobility and Accessibility - Expand and enhance non-motorized mobility for persons living in, working in, and visiting Mendocino County, including access to and connections with other transportation modes.
• GOAL 2: Preserve the Transportation System - Design a RWT that will efficiently utilize the NWP corridor, support the region's current blueprint planning efforts which calls for improved options for bicycling, walking, and equestrians, and allow for future rail service along the NWP line. • GOAL 3: Enhance Public Safety and Security - Design the RWT segments to respond to safety and security needs as well as neighborhood privacy concerns.
• GOAL 4: Reflect Community Values - Promote community values and identity, including use by multiple user groups, such as bicyclists, City of Willits
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pedestrians, and equestrians (where feasible) and incorporate public involvement in decision making processes.
• GOAL 5: Enhance the Environment - Assist in greenhouse gas reduction by encouraging and facilitating non-motorized vehicle trips. • GOAL 6: Allow for Regional Connections- Provide non-motorized connections to adjacent streets and land uses including transit, shopping, institutional, office, and residential areas.
• GOAL 7: Implementation Funding - Develop a funding, financing, and implementation strategy identifying eligible grant sources and/or potential development requirements supporting construction.

Mendocino County
Regional Active
Transportation Plan (2017)
Goals:
• To improve our public spaces so the street, road and
transportation system meets the needs of all surface
transportation modes, including vehicular, bicycle,
pedestrian and transit.
• Provide a safe and useable network of bicycle and
pedestrian facilities throughout the region as a means to lessen dependence on vehicular travel and improve the
health of Mendocino County’s residents.
• Maximize investment in non-motorized transportation
facilities through maintenance.

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APPENDIX B. CONSOLIDATED COLLISION DATABASE
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APPENDIX C: HSIP ELIGIBLE COUNTERMEASURES
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APPENDIX E: B/C RATIO CALCULATION - LRSM (2020)
Item No. 3c
Meeting Date: May 11, 2022

AGENDA SUMMARY REPORT
To: Willits City Council
From: Dusty Duley, Community Development Director
Agenda Title: PUBLIC HEARING - DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON APPLICATION FOR GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT GPA 21-02 AND REZONE ZC 21-02 FOR DAVID LOVELL.

Type: Presentation Consent Regular Agenda Public Hearing Urgent Time: 30 min Summary of Request: General Plan Amendment to amend the current General Plan land use designation for APN 007-231-10 (1.97 acres) and APN 007-231-11 (1.07 acres) from Commercial General (C-G) to Residential Low Density (R-L) and Zone Change to rezone the current base zoning designation from Heavy Commercial—Planned Development (C2-PD) to Single-Family Residential (R1).

Both properties are currently vacant, and no physical development is being proposed at this time, although there is no physical development proposed as part of this application, it is reasonably foreseeable that the proposed project would result in the development of a single-family home on each lot. The R1 zoning district allows only the following land uses by-right (without approval of a conditional use permit):
• Single-family residences (in addition to an accessory dwelling unit) • Supportive housing
• Transitional housing
• Farmworker housing (six or fewer persons)
• Residential care home (six or fewer persons)
Upon approval of the Project, the above uses would be allowed by right under the R1 zoning designation provided the use was consistent with City standards and any conditions placed on this project. Any development beyond land uses noted above would require discretionary approval from the City Council.

As noted in the Staff Report, the change in zoning from Heavy Commercial to Single-Family Residential is a “down zoning” that removes the potential for a variety of more impactful land uses, and instead allows only a limited number of less-impactful residential uses. The potential for future development under the proposed classifications substantially reduces the possibility of significant environmental impacts. Further discussion of key issues is found in the staff report.

Recommended Action: Conduct a public hearing and adopt a Resolution approving General Plan Amendment GPA 21-02 and Rezone ZC 21-02 subject to the conditions of approval recommended by staff.

Alternative(s): Should the City Council find significant issues with the project, staff recommends that the item be continued to a future hearing date to allow staff time to develop findings for project denial.

The City Council may also choose to delete, modify or add conditions of approval to the Project provided they do not affect the environmental determination that the Project is exempt Fiscal Impact: This is a cost recovery project according to the City Fee Schedule and any staff time cost staff time spent on the Project is subject to reimbursement by the applicant.

Personnel Impact: Limited staff time to ensure compliance with project conditions of approval.

Reviewed by: City Manager City Attorney Assistant City Manager City Clerk Finance Director Human Resources Risk
Council Action: Approved Denied Other: ________________________________________ Records: Agreement Resolution #_________ Ordinance #_________ Other _________ GPA 21-02 / ZC 21-02
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STAFF REPORT TO WILLITS CITY COUNCIL FOR
GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. GPA-21-02
ZONING AMENDMENT NO. ZC-21-02

DAVID LOVELL
APPLICANT: David Lovell
OWNER: Margie Handley Family Trust
REQUEST: General Plan Amendment to amend the current General Plan land use designation for APN 007-231-10 (1.97 acres) and APN 007-231-11 (1.07 acres) from Commercial General (CG) to Residential Low Density (R-L) and Zone Change to rezone the current base zoning designation from Heavy
Commercial—Planned Development (C2-PD) to SingleFamily Residential (R1). The properties are currently vacant, and no physical development is proposed at this time.

LOCATION: In the City of Willits, lying on the south side of Grove Street, approximately 450 feet east of its intersection with Haehl Creek Drive; APN 007-231-10 and 007-231-11. No situs address
assigned.

TOTAL ACREAGE: 1.07 ± and 1.97± acres
EXISTING GENERAL PLAN: Commercial General (C-G)
PROPOSED GENERAL PLAN: Residential Low Density (R-L)
EXISTING ZONING: Heavy Commercial (C2)
PROPOSED ZONING: Single-Family Residential (R1)
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: Categorical Exclusion – 15061(b)(3) and 15161(a) RECOMMENDATION: Approve the requested land use and zoning amendments.

BACKGROUND
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

General Plan Amendment to amend the current General Plan land use designation for APN 007-231-10 (1.97 acres) and APN 007-231-11 (1.07 acres) from Commercial General (C-G) to Residential Low Density (R-L) and Zone Change to rezone the current base zoning designation from Heavy Commercial—Planned Development (C2-PD) to Single-Family Residential (R1). No physical development is proposed at this time, but it is reasonably foreseeable that future development would likely involve single-family residential development, as it is one of only five by-right land uses allowable in the R1 zoning district.

RELATED APPLICATIONS:

General Plan Amendment GP 04-03 / Zoning Change 04-03
The land use classification of the subject property was changed from R-S (Residential-Suburban) to C-G (Commercial-General) and the zoning classification was changed from RE (Residential Estates) to C2-PD (Heavy Commercial-Planned Unit Development) upon approval of GP 04-03 and ZC 04-03 by City Council on December 8, 2004. Also, the classification on the property that became the Haehl Creek Subdivision, which borders this project site to the north, was changed from R-S (Residential-Suburban) to R-L GPA 21-02/ZC 21-02
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(Residential-Low Density) and the zoning was changed from RE (Residential Estates) to R1-PD (Single Family Residence-Planned Unit Development).

Minor Land Division MLD 12-01
On August 1, 2012, the City Council approved MLD-12-01 creating four parcels including the two parcels subject to this application. The recorded Parcel Map, completing the division, includes a note that development on Parcel 4 requires a geotechnical investigation and future development on Parcel 4 is subject to the recommendations of the investigation. This application applies to Parcels 1 and 2 of the previous subdivision; the geotechnical requirement does not apply to development on these parcels.

Boundary Line Adjustment BLA 20-01
Boundary Line Adjustment BLA 20-01 was approved by staff resulting in the merger of Assessor Parcel Numbers 007-231-12 and -13 into one legal parcel. These parcels were identified as parcels 3 and 4 of aforementioned MLD 12-01.

Use Permit U 14-01 (Santos)
A Use Permit was approved for the development of a 24-bed assisted care senior living facility on APN 007-231-10 (one of the two parcels that are the subject of this application). The project proposed a 13,200 square foot facility with a 14-space parking lot. An Initial Study, dated January 20, 2014, determined that the project would not have a significant impact on the environment, and was adopted as part of the Use Permit approval. The applicant was unable to complete the project and the Use Permit was allowed to expire.

The project analysis in this report relies in part on the analysis provided in the review and approval of the three projects described above.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
PURPOSE:

An environmental analysis was conducted in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) to evaluate potential environmental impacts associated with the proposed project. Under CEQA, a project is defined as an activity that may cause either a direct physical change in the environment, or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment. Though there is no physical development proposed at this time, it is reasonably foreseeable that the proposed project would result in an indirect physical change. Specifically, the amendment to the existing General Plan Land Use and Zoning designations would allow for the future development of single-family residential uses onsite, including a residential subdivision for single family homes and opportunities for by-right development under the City Zoning Code such as a residential care facility. Future development that would be acceptable under the proposed amendments are limited to residential uses with a maximum density of one dwelling unit per 6,000 square feet (plus allowable accessory dwelling units), and conditionally permitted non-residential uses with a maximum lot coverage of 40 percent.

CONCEPTUAL RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT:

As stated above, though there is no physical development proposed as part of this application, it is reasonably foreseeable that the proposed project would result in the development of by-right and singlefamily residential development. The R1 zoning district allows only the following land uses by-right (without approval of a conditional use permit):
• Single-family residences
• Supportive housing
• Transitional housing
• Farmworker housing (six or fewer persons)
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• Residential care home (six or fewer persons)
Each of these potential future uses are permissible without discretionary review, meaning that they are also categorically exempt from environmental review under CEQA. Conditional uses in the R1 district (that require discretionary approval and further environmental review) include day care centers, religious institutions, recreational facilities, beds and breakfasts, public service facilities, and general agricultural.

While these land uses are possible on these parcels following a reclassification to R1, they would be subject to CEQA and City Council/Planning Commission approval.

As a result, it should be anticipated that the reasonably foreseeable future use of the property would be single-family residential.

CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION:

In most cases, a General Plan Amendment and Zoning Change would be subject to CEQA and an Initial Study would be drafted to determine the extent to which the project could have significant impacts on the environment. However, the proposed project is being presented for a Categorical Exemption, exempting it from further CEQA review, for the following reasons:

CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) states that projects qualify for a “common sense exemption” where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, and CEQA Guidelines Section 15162(a) exempts projects that have already been subject to sufficient environmental review. This project qualifies for a Categorical Exclusion based on these two documented exemptions.

The change in classification from Commercial General/Heavy Commercial to Residential-Low Density/Single-Family Residential is a “down zoning” that removes the potential for a variety of more impactful land uses, and instead allows only a limited number of less-impactful residential uses. The potential for future development under the proposed classifications substantially reduces the possibility of significant environmental impacts.

CEQA Guidelines Section 15162(a) states that when a negative declaration has been adopted for a project, no subsequent CEQA review is required unless the lead agency determines, on the basis of substantial evidence in the light of the whole record, that
a) substantial changes are proposed to the project that will require major revisions of the previous CEQA document due to the involvement of new significant environmental effects; b) substantial changes have occurred with respect to the circumstances of a project that involve new significant environmental effects; or
c) new information of substantial importance shows that additional significant impacts, beyond those identified in the previous studies, is available.

The subject parcels have been subject to lengthy, detailed, and comprehensive environmental analysis. As described under the “related applications” heading above, the subject site has been subject to three previously approved discretionary applications that included environmental analysis. The previous General Plan Amendment and Zoning Change (GPA 04-03 / ZC 04-03) that established the current designations, the Minor Land Division (MLD 12-01) that created the subject parcels, and the Use Permit that allowed for a 24-bed senior care facility (including its adopted Initial Study) all required discretionary review and analysis, including a determination on the potential for significant impacts on the project parcels. The previous analysis conducted under these three applications are incorporated into the analysis of this project.

The analysis contained within the previous project approvals considered the development of commercial land uses, and, specifically, a 24-bed assisted living facility, and are more than adequate to conclude that the reasonably foreseeable development of single-family residences does not have a possibility of having a significant effect on the environment.

City staff has determined the project is exempt from further CEQA review pursuant to the above-referenced CEQA exemptions. Moreover, in light of the foregoing, staff has determined that the project will not have a GPA 21-02/ZC 21-02
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significant effect on the environment. As such, the proposed project is exempt from CEQA, or not subject to CEQA, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3). The proposed project is also exempt, or not subject to CEQA, pursuant to Public Resources Code section 21166 and CEQA Guidelines section 15162(a), as the project consists entirely of land that has already been subject to other environmental review, and no extenuating circumstances exist that require subsequent environmental review.

PROJECT SETTING
SITE CHARACTERISTICS:

The project site totals approximately 3.04-acres comprising two parcels of approximately 1.97 acres and

1.07 acres. The parcels are situated in the southeast portion of the City, south of Adventist Health Howard Memorial Hospital and approximately 600 feet west of the Highway 101 corridor.

The project site lacks any physical improvements and contains ruderal/weedy vegetation throughout. Trees are located beyond the southern property boundaries, but the subject parcels lack tree growth.

Haehl Creek is located approximately 1,000 feet east of the project within the Highway 101 corridor. The Northwestern Pacific Railroad is located just east of the project parcels.

The site elevation is approximately 1,400 feet above sea level, exhibits little elevation change, and is located outside of identified 100- and 500-year floodplains. Existing topography includes unpermitted stockpiles of material, which represents the only notable elevation changes on the property. Due to the relatively flat nature of the site and lack of impervious surfaces, precipitation currently saturates the soil, infiltrates into the ground, and sheet flows downgradient.

There is no existing access to the site from Grove Street. The Grove Street frontage of the project parcels is presently developed with sidewalk, curb, gutter, and a streetlight meeting current City standards. A fire hydrant is located along the frontage of the adjacent parcel to the west.

NEARBY LAND USES AND ZONING:

Single-family residential land uses are present north of the project across Grove Street, as well as to the west of the parcels beyond two vacant properties. These adjacent residential uses are consistent with the underlying zoning and General Plan designation of the properties to the north and west, which are designated Single-Family Residential (R1-PD) and Residential Low Density (R-L).

Properties to the east are vacant and are immediately adjacent to the Northwestern Pacific Railroad line and then the Highway 101 corridor beyond. The parcel bounding the project to the south is developed with a single-family residence.

The table below indicates General Plan and Zoning Designations or adjacent parcels.

GENERAL
PLAN

ZONING LOT SIZES USES
NORTH R-L R1-PD 0.16 aces Single-family residential
EAST R-L R1-PD 0.31 acres Single-family residential
SOUTH R-S RE 7.85 acres Single-family residential
WEST C-G C2-PD 2.24 acres Vacant
SERVICES:

Access: Grove Street
Fire District: Little Lake Valley Fire District
Water: City of Willits
Sewer: City of Willits
School District: Willits Unified School District

REFERRAL AGENCY COMMENTS
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The project was referred to the agencies/departments listed in the table below. Comments received are discussed in the Key Issues section of this report and where applicable have been included as Mitigation Measures and/or Conditions of Approval.

REFERRAL AGENCIES
NOT

RETURNED
“NO
COMMENT” COMMENTS
City Manager (TAC) X
City Engineering Department (TAC) X
City Building Division (TAC) X
City Public Works Department (TAC) X
City Sewer/Water Department (TAC) X
City Police Department (TAC) X
City Attorney (TAC) X
Willits Unified School District X
Little Lake Fire District X
Air Quality Management District X
California Department of Fish and Wildlife X
North Coast RWQCB X
Northwest Information Center - SSU X
Sherwood Valley Rancheria Band of Pomo Indians X
Middletown Rancheria Band of Pomo Indians X
Torres Martinez Desert Cahuilla Indians X
Army Corps of Engineers X
In addition to the customary referrals sent to the agencies above, the project was also referred in accordance with AB 52 and SB 18 to Native American Tribes including Sherwood Valley Band of Pomo Indians, Torres Martinez Desert Cahuilla Indians, and Middletown Rancheria of Pomo Indians California.

No responses to the notification or requests to consult on the project were received.

KEY ISSUES
The proposed General Plan amendment and rezone would allow for a change in permitted and conditionally permitted uses on the two parcels. The current General Plan Land Use designation, Commercial-General (C-G), is applied to land to be used for administrative office, general commercial, and heavy commercial purpose, on which are proposed for such use in the future because of location, access, deed, and service potential. The project proposes to amend the General Plan Land Use from Commercial-General (C-G) to Residential Low Density (R-L) which applies to areas where the dominant use is, or is proposed to be, single family residential, where access and lot patterns are suitable for such use, and where urban services (water and sewer) are installed or available.

The project would similarly rezone the parcels from Heavy Commercial (C2) to Single-Family Residence (R1). The current zoning is intended to provide services and commercial facilities of a heavier nature, such as restaurants, offices, indoor recreation facilities, light auto repair, and cannabis dispensaries (among other uses) by-right. The proposed change to Single-Family Residence (R1) would allow single-family residences, supportive and transitional housing, and residential care facilities (with six or fewer clients) byright.

The project site is situated in an area that is adjacent to residential uses, and goods and services are available in the vicinity. Furthermore, the change in land use designation from commercial to residential represents a more compatible use of the site relative to the surrounding built environment. Residential uses tend to have fewer environmental impacts (generate less noise, emissions, traffic, and waste) compared to commercial uses. As such, the proposed General Plan amendment and rezone to allow only residential uses onsite is expected to result in less environmental and community impacts relative to commercial operations that would be permitted under the existing land use designation and zoning.

The following section includes a discussion of key issues that were identified through the project review process. It should be noted that these discussion items are related to a conceptual single-family GPA 21-02/ZC 21-02
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development that could be reasonably anticipated on the site as a result of the General Plan amendment and rezone, and not a direct impact of the proposed amendment and rezone.

KEY ISSUE #1 – LAND USE COMPATIBILITY:

The project site is currently zoned to provide services and commercial facilities of a heavier nature. Under the proposed R1 zoning district, the site would accommodate single-family residential uses by-right, as well as conditionally permitted uses including beds and breakfasts, child day care services, private educational or religious institutions, outdoor sports or recreational facilities, public service facilities, and general agricultural operations.

The allowable uses under the R1 district are likely to have lesser impacts on both the environment and the community than the uses presently allowable under the C2 designation. Commercial uses, which are presently allowed contribute more greatly to traffic due to customer traffic associated with local businesses.

Additionally, permissible uses in the C2 zoning district (such as automotive repair, restaurants, and indoor recreation facilities) are likely to produce more noise, odors, or other environmental factors less suitable for neighboring residences, and to generate those impacts during more hours of the day.

Principally permitted uses in the proposed R1 district are limited to single-family residences, other housing types (supportive and transitional), and residential care facilities with six or fewer clients. These are land uses that are presently allowable in the adjacent R1 district to the north and east; therefore, the proposed change would perhaps be more compatible with the existing land uses than what could be allowable in the current C2 district.

The original intent of the C2 zoning designation of the subject parcels was for the future development of an assisted living facility. The proposed change to the R1 district would continue to allow for the development of a residential care facility (six persons or fewer), consistent with the intent of the original subdivision. However, the wide range of other land uses allowed in the C2 zoning district (automotive repair, restaurants, and indoor recreation facilities, for example) would no longer be permissible. The proposed amendment would not hinder the intent to utilize the site as an assisted living facility should the landowner or the market demonstrate demand for such a use.

KEY ISSUE #2 – FAULT ZONE:

The proposed site is located within the mapped Maacama Special Study Zone. Projects in the Special Study Zone are subject to elevated requirements to protect individuals and structures from seismic activity.

Development within the Special Study Zone requires adherence to Division 2, Chapter 7.5 of the AlquistPriolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Act, which necessitates a special engineering geology study of the proposed construction area by a certified engineer.

It is reasonably foreseeable that future development on the project parcels would consist of single-family residential uses. Construction will require approved Building Permits through the City of Willits Building Department. In order to obtain Building Permits, future construction projects will have to be consistent with California Building Code requirements applicable to seismic hazards, including any elevated measures due to the project’s location in the Maacama Special Study Zone.

Conformance with necessary California Building Code requirements will ensure that the project does not create a seismic hazard for future individuals or structures on the project site.

KEY ISSUE #3 - PRECEDENCE:

The proposed rezoning and General Plan redesignation of the two parcels could represent a precedent for the adjacent parcel to the west within the same district. As part of the Minor Land Division MLD 1-04, four parcels were created with a C-G designation and C2 zoning, including the two that are the subject of this application. The other two parcels subject to MLD 1-04 were subsequently merged by BLA 20-01.

Should the proposed rezoning and General Plan redesignation be approved, it could encourage an eventual application for the reclassification of the remaining C2 parcel created by MLD 1-04 and BLA 20-01. At present, the City has not received an application for the reclassification of this parcel, nor has the City had correspondence with those property owners signaling any intent to change their zoning or General Plan designation.

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However, the other parcel in the C2 zoning district appear to be similar to the two parcels subject to this application. It is presently anticipated that the analysis included in this staff report, which ultimately recommends approval of the reclassification of the two subject parcels, would be largely applicable to the other parcel in the C2 district and part of previous Subdivision MLD 1-04.

The review authority should consider the precedent that this project may set. While there is no current intent to reclassify the other parcel in the C2 district, approval of this project may encourage a subsequent application for the other parcel. Any inconsistencies with City policy or incompatibility the City Council may find this project to have with the surrounding community could be exacerbated if it is approved and the other similarly classified parcel subsequently submit application for rezoning.

The recommendation at the conclusion of this report considers the potential for rezoning of the other parcel due to the potential precedent set by an approval of this application.

COMMENTS RECEIVED

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council consider the appropriateness of the Categorical Exclusion exempting the project from further environmental review, based on the reasonably foreseeable future development of single-family residences on the two parcels, which would be an allowed use permitted by right. If the Council determines that the Categorical Exclusion is appropriate, it is recommended that the Categorical Exclusion be adopted by resolution.

Additionally, if the Council determines that the proposed change in land use and zoning represents a more compatible use as compared to the existing commercial designations, it is recommended that the General Plan Amendment (GPA-21-02), and Rezone (ZC-21-02) be adopted by Resolution.

FINDINGS
Pursuant to Section 17.78.090 (Finding by Council) of the Willits Municipal Code the following findings must be made prior to approving an amendment to the General Plan:

A. The proposed amendment is in general conformance with the General Plan; The proposed amendment, as conditioned, is in conformance with the General Plan consistent with this finding. Specifically, the project is consistent with the following General Plan policies:
• Land Use Policy 1.210: Facilitate local growth in accordance with Scenario 1, identified in Section 2.322 of the Technical Appendices (Volume 2). This scenario calls for an ultimate build-out population of approximately 7,500 residents.

The proposed project would allow for residential development at the site that is not currently allowed under the commercial designation. The population in Willits in 2018 was approximately 5,128 people. As stated in the City’s Housing Element, the City had a rental vacancy rate of approximately

2.9 percent and an ownership vacancy of zero percent in 2018. Furthermore, the Housing Element states that the City’s share of the Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) is 109 units at varying rates of affordability. The rezoning of the site will allow for residential uses on the site that would contribute to the City’s share of RHNA and would provide rental or ownership opportunities in the City. The increase in residential units would be well within the population anticipated by the General Plan. As such, rezoning of the site is consistent with this General Plan policy as it will facilitate local growth that is within the population anticipated by the General Plan. • Land Use Policy 1.220: Minimize potential land use conflicts by defining compatible groups of activities, assigning appropriate land use designations and requiring development standards and buffers to offset adverse project impacts on surrounding properties.

The project site is located in an area predominately surrounded by residential uses. The rezoning of the site from commercial to residential represents a more compatible use of the site given the context of existing surrounding uses. As such, the proposed General Plan amendment and rezone is consistent with this General Plan policy.

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• Conservation and Open Space Policy 3.210: Conserve, to the greatest feasible extent, the City's existing natural resources, with particular emphasis on air and water quality, open space, tree preservation and riparian habitat maintenance and enhancement.

The current commercial designation allows for development up to 15 feet from the front property line, within 15 feet of rear and exterior side property lines, and all the way up to their shared property lines. There is no maximum floor area ratio or lot coverage limitation with the properties’ existing commercial designation. The proposed rezoning to residential will require 20-foot setbacks from the front and rear property lines, six feet from the exterior side property lines and shared property line, and limits the allowable lot coverage to 40 percent. The rezoning will lessen the overall development potential of the site and will require at least 60 percent be maintained as undeveloped.

As such, the project is consistent with this General Plan policy. • Noise Policy 4.210: The City seeks to maintain ambient noise levels of 55dBA in existing residential areas.

The rezoning would prohibit currently allowable commercial uses with the potential to increase ambient noise levels in the nearby residential areas, such as light auto repair and indoor recreation.

As such, the proposed General Plan amendment and rezone is consistent with this General Plan policy.
• Noise Policy 4.250: Noise from all sources should be maintained at levels that will not adversely affect adjacent properties or the community, especially during the evening and early morning hours.

The rezoning would prohibit currently allowable commercial uses with the potential to increase noise levels during the evening and early morning areas in the nearby residential areas, such as light auto repair, indoor recreation, and other commercial operations that attract employees or customers outside of regular business hours. As such, the proposed General Plan amendment and rezone is consistent with this General Plan policy.
• Safety Policy 7.250: Require geologic, seismic and soil analyses and acceptable mitigation of potential impacts for projects proposed within the Alquist-Priolo seismic study zone.

The project is located within the Maacama Fault Zone. Once a development proposal is submitted for building permit approval, the project will be subject to California Building Code, which address seismic safety. A building permit for future development will require an engineered foundation to ensure consistency with Building Code. As a result, the project is consistent with this General Plan policy.
• Safety Policy 7.260: Technical reports addressing the geologic hazards of development sites within the seismic study zone shall be prepared by an independent geotechnical consultant approved by the City at the expense of the applicant.

The project is located within the Maacama Fault Zone. Once a development proposal is submitted for building permit approval, the project will be subject to California Building Code, which address seismic safety. A building permit for future development will require an an engineered foundation to ensure consistency with Building Code. As a result, the project is consistent with this General Plan policy.
• Housing Policy HE‐1.E: Strive to meet the City’s share of the Regional Housing Needs Allocation for the 2019–2027 planning period.

Future development of the site as a residential use would add to the City’s housing stock, which would contribute to the City’s RHNA for the 2019-2027 cycle. As previously stated, the City’s share of RHNA for the 2018-2027 cycle is 111 units. Residential development of the site would contribute to the City’s market rate RHNA. As such, the project is consistent with this General Plan policy.

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• Housing Policy HE‐2.E: Encourage the development of market-rate housing to meet the needs of moderate- and above-moderate income households.

The project would rezone the parcels from commercial to residential, allowing for the development of single-family homes (and potential accessory and junior accessory dwelling units). The RHNA expects the development of 52 moderate to above-moderate income housing units, representing over 46 percent of the total new-construction units anticipated. Future development of single-family homes will contribute to this effort, consistent with this General Plan policy.

B. The public necessity, convenience and general welfare require the adoption of the proposed amendment;
As previously discussed, the General Plan amendment and rezone would change the designation of the site from commercial to residential. The amendments can be considered a matter of public necessity, convenience, and general welfare as it represents a more compatible use of the site given the presence of residential uses adjacent to the project site. Although the site was originally intended for an assisted living land use, these types of facilities are still permissible on the rezoned parcels.

Therefore, the project is consistent with this finding.

C. Any other appropriate findings.

Staff have identified no other appropriate findings for the project.

CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:

Aesthetics/Lighting

1. All future external lighting, whether installed for security, safety or landscape design purposes, shall be shielded, downcast or shall be positioned in a manner which will prevent direct glare onto adjacent parcels and streets.

Geology and Soils

2. All future grading and site preparation, at a minimum, shall adhere to the following “Best Management Practices”: The applicant shall submit to the Community Development Department an acknowledgement of these grading and site preparation standards.
a. That adequate drainage controls be constructed and maintained in such a manner as to prevent contamination of surface and/or ground water, and to prevent erosion. b. The applicant shall endeavor to protect and maintain as much vegetation on the site as possible, removing only as much as required to conduct the operation. c. All concentrated water flows, shall be discharged into a functioning storm drain system or into a natural drainage area well away from the top of banks.
d. Temporary erosion control measures shall be in place at the end of each day’s work, and shall be maintained until permanent protection is established.
e. Erosion control measures shall include but are not limited to: seeding and mulching exposed soil on hill slopes, strategic placement of hay bales below areas subject to sheet and rill erosion, and installation of bioengineering.

Fire Protection

3. All future buildings shall meet all pertinent building and fire codes for fire sprinkler systems, adequate water for fire flows, and provisions for fire prevention and suppression to the satisfaction of the City of Willits Building Inspector and Little Lake Fire Protection District Fire Chief. All connections to water utilities shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City of Willits Water Department.

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Cultural Resources

4. In the event that previously unidentified cultural resources are encountered during project implementation such resources shall be avoided, including altering the materials and their stratigraphic context. A qualified professional archaeologist shall be contacted to evaluate the find. Project personnel shall not collect cultural resources. Prehistoric resources include, but are not limited to, chert or obsidian flakes, projectile points, mortars, pestles, and dark friable soil containing shell and bone dietary debris, heat-affected rock, or human burials. Historic resources include stone or abode foundations or walls, structures and remains with square nails, and refuse deposits or bottle dumps, often located in old wells or privies.

5. In the event that human remains are encountered, all work must stop in the immediate vicinity of the discovered remains and the Mendocino County Medical Examiner, Willits Police Department, and a qualified archaeologist must be notified immediately to evaluate the remains. If the remains are deemed to be Native American and prehistoric, the Native American Heritage Commission must be contacted by the Coroner so that a “Most Likely Descendant” can be designated and further recommendations regarding treatment of the remains can be provided.

6. In the event that paleontological resources, including individual fossils or assemblages of fossils, are encountered during construction activities all ground disturbing activities shall halt and a qualified paleontologist shall be procured to evaluate the discovery and make treatment recommendations.

Standard Conditions

7. All future public utilities shall be installed underground in accordance with the regulations contained in the Willits Municipal Code to the satisfaction of the City Building Official.

8. The applicant of a future development at the site shall obtain all necessary permits and fully comply with all the requirements of the Fire, Health, Water, Sewer, Building and Public Works Departments of the City of Willits as well as any State or Federal Agency.

9. The application and supplementary information submitted by the applicant shall become entitlements of this permit and compliance therewith shall be mandatory.

10. The City, its officers, agents and employees may inspect this property at any time and the applicant agrees not to deny or impede access to the subject property for the City.

11. The permit shall have no force or effect unless, and until, accepted and the terms thereof agreed to, in writing, by the applicant.
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DATE DUSTY DULEY

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

RESOLUTIONS AND EXHIBITS
LIST OF ATTACHMENTS:

A. Location Map
B. Aerial Imagery Map
C. Zoning Display Map
D. Earthquake Fault Line Map
RESOLUTION 2022-

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILLITS APPROVING A GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT AND REZONE OF APN 007-231-10 AND APN 007-231-11 FROM COMMERCIAL GENERAL (C-G) TO RESIDENTIAL LOW DENSITY (R-L) GPA 21-02 AND HEAVY COMMERCIALPLANNED DEVELOPMENT (C2-PD) TO SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (R1) ZC 21-02.

WHEREAS, the Applicant, David Lovell, on behalf of the Margie Handley Family Trust, has filed an application for a General Plan Amendment and Rezone of approximately 3.04-acres, inclusive of a 1.07- acre parcel (007-231-11) and a 1.97-acre parcel (APN 007-231-10) located in the City of Willits, County of Mendocino, State of California; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with applicable provision of law, the Willits City Council, held a public hearing on May 11, 2022 ,at which time the City Council heard and received all relevant testimony and evidence presented orally or in writing regarding the Project. All interested persons were given an opportunity to hear and be heard regarding the Project; and
WHEREAS, the project is subject to the Willits General Plan, adopted by the City on August 12, 1992; and WHEREAS, the project is subject to the 2019-2027 Housing Element, adopted by the City on December 11, 2019; and
WHEREAS, the City Council considered the Staff Report dated May 11, 2022, including the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) determination included therein; and WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed this Resolution and finds that it accurately sets forth the intentions of the Planning Commission/City Council regarding the Project.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Willits City Council makes the following findings in accordance with Willits Municipal Code Section 17.78.090;

1. General Plan Finding: For the reasons stated in the Staff Report, the City Council finds that the proposed project, as conditioned, is consistent with applicable goals and policies of the General Plan.

2. Public Necessity, Convenience and General Welfare Finding: For the reasons stated in the Staff Report, the City Council finds that the proposed amendment is necessary, convenient, and serves the general welfare of the City.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Council hereby grants the requested General Plan Amendment and Rezone subject to the Conditions of Approval in Exhibit “A”, attached hereto.

THE FOREGOING RESOLUTION WAS PASSED and adopted at a regular meeting of the Willits City Council held on the 11th of May, 2022, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
_______________________________
SAPRINA RODRIGUEZ, Mayor
City Council of the City of Willits
ATTEST:
_______________________________
DELORES PEDERSON, City Clerk

EXHIBIT A

WILLITS PLANNING COMMISSION/CITY COUNCIL

CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR
GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT GPA19-01
AND ZONING AMENDMENT ZC19-01
MAY 11, 2022.

APPROVED PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

General Plan Amendment to amend the current General Plan land use designation for APN 007-231-10 (1.97 acres) and APN 007-231-11 (1.07 acres) from Commercial General (C-G) to Residential Low Density (R-L) and Zone Change to rezone the current base zoning designation from Heavy Commercial—Planned Development (C2-PD) to Single-Family Residential (R1). The properties are currently vacant, and no physical development is proposed at this time.

CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:

Aesthetics/Lighting

1. All future external lighting, whether installed for security, safety or landscape design purposes, shall be shielded, downcast or shall be positioned in a manner which will prevent direct glare onto adjacent parcels and streets.

Geology and Soils

2. All future grading and site preparation, at a minimum, shall adhere to the following “Best Management Practices”: The applicant shall submit to the Community Development Department an acknowledgement of these grading and site preparation standards. a. That adequate drainage controls be constructed and maintained in such a manner as to prevent contamination of surface and/or ground water, and to prevent erosion. b. The applicant shall endeavor to protect and maintain as much vegetation on the site as possible, removing only as much as required to conduct the operation. c. All concentrated water flows, shall be discharged into a functioning storm drain system or into a natural drainage area well away from the top of banks.
d. Temporary erosion control measures shall be in place at the end of each day’s work, and shall be maintained until permanent protection is established.
e. Erosion control measures shall include but are not limited to: seeding and mulching exposed soil on hill slopes, strategic placement of hay bales below areas subject to sheet and rill erosion, and installation of bioengineering.

Fire Protection

3. All future buildings shall meet all pertinent building and fire codes for fire sprinkler systems, adequate water for fire flows, and provisions for fire prevention and suppression to the satisfaction of the City of Willits Building Inspector and Little Lake Fire Protection District Fire Chief. All connections to water utilities shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City of Willits Water Department.

Cultural Resources

4. In the event that previously unidentified cultural resources are encountered during project implementation such resources shall be avoided, including altering the materials and their stratigraphic context. A qualified professional archaeologist shall be contacted to evaluate the find. Project personnel shall not collect cultural resources. Prehistoric resources include, but are not limited to, chert or obsidian flakes, projectile points, mortars, pestles, and dark friable soil containing shell and bone dietary debris, heat-affected rock, or human burials. Historic resources include stone or abode foundations or walls, structures and remains with square nails, and refuse deposits or bottle dumps, often located in old wells or privies.

5. In the event that human remains are encountered, all work must stop in the immediate vicinity of the discovered remains and the Mendocino County Medical Examiner, Willits Police Department, and a qualified archaeologist must be notified immediately to evaluate the remains. If the remains are deemed to be Native American and prehistoric, the Native American Heritage Commission must be contacted by the Coroner so that a “Most Likely Descendant” can be designated and further recommendations regarding treatment of the remains can be provided.

6. In the event that paleontological resources, including individual fossils or assemblages of fossils, are encountered during construction activities all ground disturbing activities shall halt and a qualified paleontologist shall be procured to evaluate the discovery and make treatment recommendations.

Standard Conditions

7. All future public utilities shall be installed underground in accordance with the regulations contained in the Willits Municipal Code to the satisfaction of the City Building Official.

8. The applicant of a future development at the site shall obtain all necessary permits and fully comply with all the requirements of the Fire, Health, Water, Sewer, Building and Public Works Departments of the City of Willits as well as any State or Federal Agency.

9. The application and supplementary information submitted by the applicant shall become entitlements of this permit and compliance therewith shall be mandatory.

10. The City, its officers, agents and employees may inspect this property at any time and the applicant agrees not to deny or impede access to the subject property for the City.

11. The permit shall have no force or effect unless, and until, accepted and the terms thereof agreed to, in writing, by the applicant
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ATTACHMENT A: Location Map
Project:

Owner:

Applicant:

Agent:

GPA 21-02/ZC 21-02
HANDLEY, Margie
Lovell, David
Lovell, David
Address: NOT ASSIGNED Willits, CA 95490
APN: 007-231-10, 11

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ATTACHMENT B: Aerial Imagery Map
Project:

Owner:

Applicant:

Agent:

GPA 21-02/ZC 21-02
HANDLEY, Margie
Lovell, David
Lovell, David
Address: NOT ASSIGNED Willits, CA 95490
APN: 007-231-10, 11

EXPLANATION OF MAP SYMBOLS K
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ATTACHMENT C: Zoning Display Map
Project:

Owner:

Applicant:

Agent:

GPA 21-02/ZC 21-02
HANDLEY, Margie
Lovell, David
Lovell, David
Address: NOT ASSIGNED Willits, CA 95490
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WILLITS CITY COUNCIL

MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23, 2022
Mayor Rodriguez called a regular meeting of the City Council to order at 6:30 p.m., via teleconference/video conference. The meeting was preceded by the pledge to the flag.

Roll Call: Councilmembers Madge Strong, Gerardo Gonzalez, Larry Stranske (Absent), Greta Kanne, and Mayor Saprina Rodriguez were present.

Also present were staff members: Brian Bender City Manager; Jim Lance, City Attorney; Manuel Dusty Duley, Community Development Director; Scott Herman, Utilities Superintendent; Kenan O’Shea, Public Works Superintend; Karen Stevenson, Human Resources Manager; and Cathy Moorhead, Deputy City Manager | City Clerk.

Due to the provisions of the Governor’s new Executive Order N-15-21 (Assembly Bill 361) which continues to suspend certain requirements of the Brown Act, and the Order of the Health Officer of the County of Mendocino to continue to impose/recommend measures to promote social distancing to minimize the spread of COVID19, the City Council will be participating by tele/video conferencing.

2. Public Communications
None presented.

3. Public Matters
a. Little lake Fire Department Updates – Presented by Chief Carter  Chief Bill Carter informed the City Council that the new Fire House is almost completed, and the unpacking has begun.
 The department has received support and lots of community involvement.  The call volumes have increased; just in the month of February, they received 37 calls. 13 medical aid, 11 traffic accidents, 5 fires, and a few miscellaneous calls. One call was for mutual aid out of town.
 Currently have 35 men and women volunteers that put in hundreds of hours to support our community, not including the hours they put in for training classes.  The new fire house has sleeping quarters. Hoping to be able to, in the near future, man the sleeping quarters with paid personnel that can respond at a moment notice.

Hopefully with the support of the public they will be working on this.  The annual Open house is June 11th 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Raffle tickets will be mailed out soon, prizes, rides and lunch that can be purchased.  Currently gearing up for fire season, asking that everyone to be cautious and prepare as much as you can around your property, keep the fuel short and away from your structures, make sure your addresses are displayed and where they can be seen, it is paramount so that the Fire Department can get to you in a timely manner.  He’s really enjoying being the new Fire Chief. He wants to ensure that the department will be able to respond to every event. Natural disaster or manmade disaster. He thanked the community for helping to build the fire house.

Willits City Council Minutes of March 23, 2022 Page 2 of 6 Vice Mayor Kanne congratulated Chief Carter on his new position and thanked him for the update. She asked if burn permits are still be given out? Chief Carter responded, yes, they are being given out at the station for residential only 6 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. – until May 31st.

He asks the public to always reach out to make sure it is an active burn day.

Councilmember Strong welcomed Chief Carter and is looking forward to meeting him in person. She asked for the hours of the open house. Chief Carter responded 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. It could go longer if they are really busy or shorter if things start to slow down.

Councilmember Gonzalez mentioned that a constituent approached about someone burning garbage. Chief Carter responded that, only yard waste can be burned, no garbage or processed lumber.

Mayor Rodriguez welcomed Chief Carter and expressed gratitude for all the Firefighters for giving of their time to keep our community safe. The school did a tour today and was impressed not just by how nice it turned out but while they were there, there was a fire call and how they hustled back to continue the tour with the school. The firefighters are true heroes in our community.

Public Comment: None presented.

4. Enactment of Ordinances
None presented.

5. Consent Calendar
The following item(s) are recommended for approval or denial, as follows:
a. City Council Minutes:
i. March 9, 2022
b. Resolution (No. 2022-16) ratifying and extending for an additional 30-days, approval of continuing Virtual City Council, Commission, and Committee meetings pursuant to AB 361.
c. Resolution (No. 2022-17) appointing representatives to represent and vote on behalf of the City at the League of California Cities’ Redwood Empire Division Business meetings and Division Legislative Committee meetings.

Public Comment: None presented.

Moved by Gonzalez/Seconded by Strong and carried (4/0, Council Member Stranske Absent) to approve Consent Calendar item(s) (a,b, & c).

Mayor Rodriguez asked if we have a tentative date for returning in person? City Manager Bender responded, there was a City Manager Meeting today, Dr. Coren still has concerns for small public settings. We are anxious to reconvene in person. Some councils in the county are in person, some are virtual and some are hybrid. It just depends on where their comfort level is. He believes the County is doing a Hybrid model. Mayor Rodriguez is ok extending another 30 days and that maybe in 30 days the council can consider setting a date for returning to in person.

Councilmember Gonzalez would like staff to think about it and what the rules would be in place, he does not see us going to a hybrid model. City Manager Bender stated that based on Health Department orders, mask wearing is only a recommendation, there is not limitation on capacity. It would be up to the discretion of the council how they want to have the venue set. The next question is, if council chooses to require masks and someone chooses not to how do you want to handle the situation? We would like to Willits City Council Minutes of March 23, 2022 Page 3 of 6 accommodate in a safe way, hybrid is very expensive, we do not have the ideal environment to accommodate a hybrid model. We could use the Community Center, but the council chambers are the best set up for us. It is based on the comfort level of the council.

Councilmember Kanne, is sensitive to the concerns of the community about not being able to attend meeting. Being a business owner that works retail she is not anxious to go to in person meetings unless it is very clear how many people will be in the room and what the physical distancing will be.

Councilmember Strong feels the same as Councilmember Kanne. Is not comfortable going back to in person meetings.

6. Monthly Activity Reports
Matters that do not require action by the City Council but are of public interest. a. None presented.

7. Commissions, Agencies and Authorities
None presented.

8. City Manager Reports and Recommendations
a. Adopt a Resolution authorizing the construction of a hangar owned by REACH Air Medical Services at Willits Municipal Airport.

Councilmember Gonzalez believes REACH is an asset to our community and surrounding areas! We need them to stay, very important. Mayor Rodriguez agreed.

Public Comment: None Presented.

Moved by Gonzalez/Seconded by Strong and carried (4/0, Councilmember Stranske absent) to adopt Resolution (No. 2022-18) approving the construction of a hanger owned by REACH Air Medical Services at the Willits Airport in the general location as illustrated in the Mapping Exhibit.
b. Introduction of a preliminary Tobacco Retailers License Ordinance.

After discussion it was decided to bring this Item back in April, once we know what the County’s ordinance will be. All Councilmembers were in consensus on this.

Public Comment: None presented.
c. Verbal Reports – No Action.
 Attended ICMA Regional Conference, was very informative and looks at conferences as a way to recharge professional batteries. Had some good dialog on how to use the ARPA funds, we have two years to do the allocations and four years to complete the projects.
 COVID Update – Dr. Coren this morning gave a positive update, there are no great surges or waves on our door steps or horizon and positive index numbers are decreasing but he is still concerned with in-person meetings.  Goals and objectives, he has been here a here a year, looking at new software, but the cornerstone is the staff. Sends his gratitude to council about what we are doing with staff and moving forward
Public Comment: None presented.

Willits City Council Minutes of March 23, 2022 Page 4 of 6

9. Department Recommendations (Action Items)
a. Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Mid-Year Budget Amendments.

Presented by staff member: Finance Director Orozco
Finance Director Orozco presented the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Mid-Year Budget Amendments and then answered questions from the council.

Public Comment: None presented.

Moved by Strong/Seconded by Gonzalez and carried (4/0, Councilmember Stranske absent) to adopt Resolution (No. 2022-19) approving FY 2021-22 Mid-Year Budget Adjustments. Staff will be able to use dedicated funding sources, additional revenues, and Fund Balances to cover changes in appropriations and pay for salary increases.
b. Discussion and possible action approving plans and specifications for Blosser Lane Rehabilitation Project, Phase I (Project No. 2022-02), and authorizing advertisement for bids.

Presenting staff member: City Engineer Wilburn
Public Comment:

The councilmembers and members of the community all expressed their excitement for the project. Project Manager Ronco answered questions asked buy the Councilmembers and members of the community.

Moved by Strong/Seconded by Gonzalez and carried (4/0, Councilmember Stranske Absent) authorizing advertisement for bids for the Blosser Lane Rehabilitation Project, Phase I (Project No. 2022-02).

10. Department Monthly Reports (ONLY SECOND MEETING OF EACH MONTH) a. Airport – Airport Manager Moorhead added that the City has received the plans for the restroom remodel. Looking forward to moving forward with the project and becoming ADA compliant. Have a lot going on at the airport, trying to make a presence and let our tenants know that we are here for their needs. We want to be more involved, would like to have an Airport Day next year.
b. Community Development Department – Community Development Director Duley added the City was able to begin accepting applications from local business owners Monday to make allocations to the Community Development Block Grant Business Assistant Program. We had a decent turn out and were able to accept a number of applications and begin moving them through the process. There will be another opportunity to meet with staff and submit applications again Tuesday April 5th, more information is available on the department website as well as CDBG consultants contact information. Encouraged to contact consultant with questions. Make an appointment to drop off an application for April 5th. Folks are taking advantage of the program. Have completed the public draft of the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Rail Trail Project, will be available starting tomorrow and will begin the thirty-day review period. Will bring forward at the April 27th meeting.

Councilmember Strong asked if there was any progress or a report on vacant commercial buildings? Has there been a business permit for permit for Life Ray. Mr.

Duley responded, the Vacant Commercial Building list is a smaller list than we had Willits City Council Minutes of March 23, 2022 Page 5 of 6 anticipated, the trend appears to be that if there is a building that is available to be rented/leased and is essentially turn key ready that building is being used, the remaining vacant building, the common theme appears to be that they are not in shape to where they could be leased out. To the extent the ordinance allows we are trying to assist and push the property owners in getting their buildings fixed up to be made use of. We are working with the Fire Department to schedule inspections; the ordinance instructs us to complete an annual inspection of the buildings. Life Ray did obtain a business license is for office use and we have had no issues with property or owner.
c. Engineering – No further questions.
d. Police Department – No further questions.

Councilmember Kanne thanked the Chief for being accessible, open and transparent to the department.
e. Public Works – Public Works Superintend O’Shea added that the play structure at Snyder Park has been received and looking to get the repairs done and back in usable condition.
f. Utilities – Utilities Superintendent Herman – Reported that flushing has been completed to Hwy 20 KOA – anticipate 12 to 15 more days, looking towards the middle to end of April to have the whole system flushed. Added this has been the first and forefront issue, thanks to the Public Works, Water and Wastewater crews. They all participated and we are glad to have it completed.

Councilmember Strong stated it is delightful to have these reports and it is impressive to see how much work the staff does.

Mayor Rodriguez added that the staff is appreciated. It is not a glamorous job but it is what is needed to make sure the community’s needs are met.

No action taken.

11. City Council Announcements, Communications and Reports  Councilmember Kanne – attended Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority (MSWMA) as a community member and found it very interesting.  Councilmember Gonzalez – Will attend the League of California Cities (LLC) will meet this Friday.
 Councilmember Strong – meeting Mendocino Solid Waste Management MSWMA – March 10th possibility of mattress and tire collection event, no cost to the public they will have a drop off point. March 17th EDFC – doing several loans, 5 in Willits, the management of EDFC is working hard. Loan person is now the Executive Director.  Mayor Rodriguez – MTA has not met, first electric bus in the Willits community with ribbon cutting within the next few weeks. She will be working with Brian on this. We are the first city to have this bus up and running.

Public Comment:

No action taken.

12. Good & Welfare
 Madge Mach 31st WELL is having a zoom forum called Fire, are you Ready? Representatives from the different fire agencies talking about what they are doing Willits City Council Minutes of March 23, 2022 Page 6 of 6 to prepare for the fire season as well as what individuals can do. If you need info email Councilmember Strong, [email protected]
 Greta – approached by Willits residents regarding illegal dump site in Brooktrails and she has been in touch with several and are making progress in this matter. Did post on fan page to sign up and help with cleanup in the community 35 people signed up.

She thanked them.

13. Closed Session Notice
No Closed Session items presented at this meeting.

14. Adjournment
Mayor Rodriguez declared the meeting adjourned at 8:11 p.m. _____________________________
SAPRINA RODRIGUEZ, Mayor
City Council for the City of Willits
ATTEST:
__________________________

CATHY MOORHEAD
Deputy City Manager/City Clerk
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WILLITS CITY COUNCIL

MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 27, 2022
Mayor Rodriguez called a regular meeting of the City Council to order at 6:30 p.m., via teleconference/video conference. The meeting was preceded by the pledge to the flag.

Roll Call: Councilmembers Madge Strong, Gerardo Gonzalez, Larry Stranske, Greta Kanne, and Mayor Saprina Rodriguez were present.

Also present were staff members: Brian Bender City Manager; Jim Lance, City Attorney; Dusty Duley, Community Development Director; Scott Herman, Utilities Superintendent; Kenan O’Shea, Public Works Superintend; Karen Stevenson, Human Resources Manager; Cathy Moorhead, Assistant City Manager; Manuel Orozco, Finance Director; Delores Pedersen, City Clerk and Rod Wilburn; Contract City Engineer.

Due to the provisions of the Governor’s new Executive Order N-15-21 (Assembly Bill 361) which continues to suspend certain requirements of the Brown Act, and the Order of the Health Officer of the County of Mendocino to continue to impose/recommend measures to promote social distancing to minimize the spread of COVID19, the City Council will be participating by tele/video conferencing.

2. Public Communications
City Attorney Jim Lance and Council Member Gonzalez remembered Ross Walker.

Observed a moment of silence for the passing of former City Manager Ross Walker.

3. Public Matters
a. Presentation by Summit Mendocino County – Resource Fair.

Kate Gaston Summit Mendocino County introduced Helen Falandes, Program Manager at Manzanita Services Willits Wellness Center. Helen gave a presentation of what Manzanita Services is. Kate spoke about Summit Mendocino County’s upcoming Resource Fair.
b. Presentation of a Proclamation - Recognizing May 11-17, 2022 as National Police Week.

Chief Lizarraga read the proclamation.
c. PUBLIC HEARING – Discussion and possible action approving a Resolution to adopt an Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the City of Willits Rail with Trail Project and Approve Said Project.

Community Development Director Duley presented a PowerPoint presentation on the project.

Councilmembers Strong, Gonzalez, Stranske and Mayor Rodriquez all expressed they are excited about the project. Suggested consideration of “Green” concrete in the design stage.

Willits City Council Minutes of April 27, 2022 Page 2 of 5 Councilmember Gonzalez, the trail makes a wonderful fire break for our community.

Councilmember Stranske feels the project will be a real asset to our community.

Mayor Rodrigues is excited about the project.

Public Comment:

Jerry Ward asked if there would be a need for recycling and garbage service along the trail? Community Development Director Duley responded that yes this would be needed and that he would get together with Jerry to discuss.

Moved by Strong/Seconded by Stranske and carried unanimously to adopt Resolution (No. 2022-25), to adopt the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the City of Willits Rail with Trail Project and Approve said Project.
d. Discussion and possible action to introduce and waive the first reading of an ordinance adding Chapter 8.26 of the Willits Municipal Code Regarding Licensure of Tobacco Retailers (The Action Repeals Chapter 8.24 of the Willits Municipal Code).

Item was tabled until a future meeting.

4. Enactment of Ordinances
None presented.

5. Consent Calendar
The following item(s) are recommended for approval or denial, as follows:
a. City Council Minutes:
i. April 13, 2022.

Public Comment: None presented.

Moved by Gonzalez/Seconded by Strong and carried (4/1, with Stranske dissenting) to approve Consent Calendar item(s) (5a).

6. Monthly Activity Reports
Matters that do not require action by the City Council but are of public interest. a. Business License Activity for March 2022

7. Commissions, Agencies and Authorities
None presented.

8. City Manager Reports and Recommendations
a. Adoption of Resolution approving an agreement with Apex Technology Management, LLC to provide information Technology managed services for three years commencing on June1, 2022.

City Manager Bender presented the agreement with Apex Technology Management, LLC and answered questions of Councilmembers.

City Manager Bender wanted to thank the council for being supportive of this effort and the staff members that dedicated time to this. Also want to thank the County for their dedication and service that they provided.

Public Comment: None presented.

Willits City Council Minutes of April 27, 2022 Page 3 of 5 Moved by Gonzalez/Seconded by Strong and carried unanimously to adopt Resolution (No. 2022-26) to enter into an agreement with Apex Technology Management LLC to provide information Technology Managed Services for three years commencing June 1, 2022.
b. Verbal Reports – No Action Verbal Reports

Public Comment: None presented.

9. Department Recommendations (Action Items)
a. Discussion and possible action to allow Solid Waste of Willits to increase rates based on the increase of fuel costs over the past seven months.

Presenting staff member: Finance Director Orozco.

Finance Director Orozco introduced Jerry Ward of Solid Waste of Willits. Mr. Ward gave a justification for the rate increase.

Public Comment: None presented
Moved by Strong/Seconded by Gonzalez and carried unanimously to allow Solid Waste of Willits to increase rates based on the increase of fuel costs. b. Adoption of Resolution establishing the appropriations limit for the 2021-22 fiscal year, pursuant to Article XIII B of The Constitution of the State of California.

Presenting staff member: Finance Director Orozco.

Public Comment: None presented.

Moved by Strong/Seconded by Gonzalez and carried unanimously to Adopt Resolution (2022-28) establishing the appropriations limit for 2021-22 fiscal year? c. Discussion and possible action adopting a Resolution approving the Park Well Truck Fill Station and the Establishment of a Special Revenue Designation as a Funding Source for Parks Operations, Maintenance and Improvements.

Presenting staff member: Public Works Director Herman
Contract City Engineer gave a PowerPoint presentation.

Public Works Director stated that he will be adding the rules to a hard sign that will be placed on the Truck Fill Station.

Public Comment: None presented.

Moved by Gonzalez/Seconded by Stranske and carried (3/2, with Kanne and Rodriguez dissenting) to adopt Resolution (2022-29) approving the Park Well Truck Fill Station and the Establishment of a Special Revenue Designation as a Funding Source for Parks Operations, Maintenance and Improvements adding no water hauling between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 4:00 a.m. and a notice to go to the end users that the water is non-potable as well being added to the haulers application and the City Website.

Councilmember Strong asked if the park well is tested and where the information, if it is tested, can be found.

Willits City Council Minutes of April 27, 2022 Page 4 of 5

10. Department Monthly Reports
a. Airport – No further questions.
b. Community Development Department – Councilmember Kanne asked how did the cannabis taxes or the 4th quarter fall with the projections. Community Development Director Duley responded that they did not exceed them, that they probably fell a little short. He will follow up with an email once he goes back and confirms this information.

We have some new businesses coming on line so our projections are still looking strong going forward.
c. Engineering – No further questions.
d. Police Department – No further questions.
e. Public Works – Public Works Director added that there were new fences is going to be replaced at the Ball Fields.
f. Utilities – Reservoir capacity is at 97%, currently over spilling at both reservoirs, have 4 for days of flushing left.

No action taken.

11. City Council Announcements, Communications and Reports  Councilmember Gonzalez- has League of California Cities meeting on May 6, 2022.  Mayor Rodriguez – At the next Council Meeting she will be at the League of Cities conference for Mayors and Councilmembers. Mendocino Transit Authority (MTA) is hosting the far north transit symposium. Budget committee meeting will be June 1st and 2nd.
 Councilmember Strong – Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority (MSWMA)- lot of discussion about the illegal dump sites, huge problem site in Brooktrails, Working with the county Department of Transportation to get it cleaned up and to keep it from reoccurring. Still looking for a general manager.

Economic Development & Financing Corporation (EDFC)- Continuing to progress with quite a few loans. They are also administering grants too micro businesses affected by COVID, up to $2500 per applicant.

Public Comment: None presented
No action taken.

12. Good & Welfare
 Mayor Rodriguez would like to show her gratitude to the Mendocino County Museum.

Took a tour of the museum and was impressed with what has been going on there.  Councilmember Strong - having a medical procedure in June that she is looking forward to. Hopes to be able to work around the Budget meetings.

13. Closed Session Notice

14. Adjournment
Mayor Rodriguez declared the meeting adjourned at 8:56 p.m.

Willits City Council Minutes of April 27, 2022 Page 5 of 5 _____________________________
SAPRINA RODRIGUEZ, Mayor
City Council for the City of Willits
ATTEST:
__________________________

DELORES PEDERSEN
City Clerk
Item No. 5b
Meeting Date: May 11, 2022

AGENDA SUMMARY REPORT
To: Honorable Mayor and Council Members
From: Scott Herman, Public Works Director
Agenda Title: AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF TWO 2023 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 4X4

PICKUP TRUCKS WITH UTILITY BODIES ONE FOR EACH OF THE WATER AND WASTEWATER DEPARTMENTS FOR THE STATE CONTRACT PRICING OF $54,731.18 EACH (TOTAL OF $109,462.36) FROM ELK GROVE AUTO/WINNER CHEVROLET AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE PURCHASING DOCUMENTS.

Type: Presentation Consent Regular Agenda Public Hearing Urgent Time: N/A Summary of Request: As the Water and Wastewater Departments reached their allocated staffing levels, each Department now has the need for one new utility truck to accommodate the additional staff. These two trucks are also part of a replacement program that will eventually replace the oldest vehicles (the oldest being from 1997) in the fleet. These oldest vehicles are more expensive to maintain annually to ensure they are in sound operating condition. The intent is to rotate the frontline vehicles over the next two to three-years to have no vehicles older than 2014.

The City will purchase the trucks from Elk Grove Auto/Winner Chevrolet out of Elk Grove, CA who holds the State Contract #1-18-23-20D for government fleet vehicles for Chevrolet. Unfortunately, there is currently a ten-month lead-time on receiving trucks having a May 2022 order date.

Attached are both quotes for Council review.

Recommended Action: Approve the purchase of two 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 4x4 pick-up trucks for the State contract pricing of $54,731.18 each (Total $109,462.36) and authorize the City Manager to execute purchasing documents.

Alternative(s): None
Fiscal Impact: The Fiscal Year 2021/22 Budget contains sufficient funds for the purchase. The specific funds are Water Fund 503-5031-4002-112 and Wastewater Fund 501-5013-4003-112.

Personnel Impact: Minimal staff time is necessary to complete the purchasing paperwork and take delivery of the equipment.

Reviewed by: City Manager City Attorney Assistant City Manager City Clerk Finance Director Human Resources Risk Manager
Council Action: Approved Denied Other: ________________________________________ Records: Agreement Resolution #_________ Ordinance #_________ Other _________

Resolution No. 2022-__ Page 1 of 2 May 11, 2022
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RESOLUTION NO. 2022-__

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILLITS RATIFYING AND EXTENDING FOR AN ADDITIONAL 30-DAYS, UNTIL JUNE 11, 2022 THE CONTINUANCE OF

VIRTUAL CITY COUNCIL, COMMISSION, AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS DURING DECLARED STATE OF EMERGENCY PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE 54953 (AB 361).

WHEREAS, on October 13, 2021, the City of Willits adopted Resolution No. 2021-37, authorizing virtual City Council, Commission and Committee meeting during the Declared State of Emergency, which is to be renewed every 30-days. FURTHERMORE, the Resolution was renewed on November 10, 2021, Resolution No. 2021-40; December 8, 2021, Resolution No. 2021-42; December 20, 2021, Resolution 2021-47; and January 12, 2022, Resolution No. 2022- 01; February 9, 2022, Resolution No. 2022-11, March 9, 2022, Resolution No. 2022-15; March 23, 2022, Resolution No. 2022-16; April 13, 2022, Resolution No. 2022-20 and WHEREAS, AB 361 was recently signed by the Governor of the State of California, enacting certain changes to the Brown Act as set forth in Government Code section 54953; and WHEREAS, AB 361 authorizes local legislative bodies to continue having purely virtual meetings using teleconferencing and virtual meeting technology as long as there is a “proclaimed state of emergency” and either 1) State or local officials imposing or recommending measures that promote social distancing, or 2) The legislative body finding that meeting in person would present an imminent safety risk to attendees; and
WHEREAS, the state of emergency proclaimed by the Governor on March 4, 2020, related to the pandemic of coronavirus commonly known as COVID-19 has not been rescinded and remains in effect; and
WHEREAS, new variants of COVID-19 have developed, and risk of illness or death due to such variants remains significant to the general public; and WHEREAS, the City Council has determined virtual meetings have not limited participation of Council Members, City Staff and other potential attendees; and WHEREAS, staff advised the City Council that modifications to the Council Chambers and the Community Center to accommodate on-site and/or hybrid meetings are cost prohibitive.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Willits that:

1. The City Council determines that the pandemic of COVID-19 creates an imminent safety risk to councilmember, staff, and other potential attendees of City Council meetings.

2. In accordance with AB 361, the City Council shall re-consider the passage of this resolution not less than every 30 days to determine whether the state of emergency continues to directly impact the ability of the members to meet safely in person, or whether state or local officials continue to impose or recommend measures to promote social distancing, until this resolution is rescinded.

The above and foregoing Resolution was introduced by Councilmember _____ seconded by Councilmember ________, and passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Willits, held on the 11th day of May, 2022, by the following vote:

Resolution No. 2022-__ Page 2 of 2 May 11, 2022
AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ATTEST:
____________________________________
__________________________
SAPRINA RODRIGUEZ, Mayor
City Council of the City of Willits

DELORES PEDERSEN
City Clerk
BL# Name Owner Address Date Type of Bussiness
7046 Illusion Luxxe Aesthetics Vanessa Sanchez 55 N. Main St. 4/14/2022 Microblading & Ombre Brows 7047
Safe Haven Solar Lou Frere 1989 Acacia Avenue Sutter Ca 4/14/2022 Installation of PV Systems 7048 T-Mobile Financial Lindsey Romano 101 E. Barbara 4/20/2022 Retail Sales Fixture 7049 T-Mobile Leasing Lindsey Romano 101 E. Barbara 4/20/2022 Retail Sales Fixture 7050 T-Mobile West Lindsey Romano 101 E. Barbara 4/20/2022 Retail Sales Fixture 7002 Grace Marie Sakurada LMFT Grace Sakurada 104 W. Mendocino 4/20/2022 Psychotherapy 7051 Family Tree Resource Mylinda Shaul 1155 S. Main St. 4/20/2022 Tree Care Services, Fire Abatement, Arborist Assessments 7052 C&C Contracting Jason Leisey 10620 Southern Highlands Parkway Ste 110-130 Las Vegas 4/20/2022 Construction
7053 Larry Fisher and Sons Larry Fisher 5242 E. Home Ave Fresno 4/20/2022 Sale & installation of Material Handling Equipment 7054 Graham Backflow Services John Graham 12 Goldeneye Court Chico 4/20/2022 Test Backflow Prevention Assemblies 7055 Clean Green Services Veronica Duran 24615 Birch St 4/20/2022 Residential & Commercial Cleaning Services 7056 Infinity Energy Bryson Solomon 411 Otterson Dr. #20 Chico 4/20/2022 Roof Mount Solar/ Ground Mount Solar/ Main Panel Upgrades 7057 Broward Builders Inc Dennis Broward 1200 E. Kentucky Ave, Woodland 4/20/2022 Genral Building Contractor 7058 3 Sons Electric, Inc Mike Oglesby 2010 Industry Rd, Ukiah 4/29/2022 Electrical Contractor New Business License - March 2022
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Item No. 9a
Meeting Date: May 11,2022

AGENDA SUMMARY REPORT
To: Honorable Mayor and Council Members
From: Jeremy Ronco, Project Manager
Agenda Title: DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT TO BOUTHILLIER’S CONSTRUCTION, INC. IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $997,113.00 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE BLOSSER LANE REHABILITATION PROJECT, PHASE I (PROJECT NO. 2022-02) AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE

CONTRACT AND APPROVE CONSTRUCTION CHANGE ORDERS UP TO A CUMULATIVE TOTAL OF 10% OF THE TOTAL CONTRACT AMOUNT, AND TO APPROVE FINAL PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR SAID PROJECT.

Type: Presentation Consent Regular Agenda Public Hearing Urgent Time: 10 min Summary of Request: At the City Council meeting on March 23, 2022, Council authorized staff to enter into the public bidding process for the Blosser Lane Rehabilitation Project, Phase I (Project No. 2022-02).

The project was advertised for four weeks and on April 27, 2022, bids were publicly opened. The bids received were:
1 Bouthillier’s Construction Inc. $997,113.00
2 Granite Construction $1,115,081.00
2 Wahlund Construction $1,164,341.52
2 Ghilotti Construction $1,194,054.50
Staff performed a complete evaluation of all bids received and concluded that Bouthillier’s Construction is the lowest responsive bidder. The bid came in within the budgeted amount. Project expenses will primarily be paid from the Transportation Tax (202), with smaller contributions from the sewer (501) and water (503) funds, and the Urban Forestry Grant will pay for the street tree installation expenses.

This project will improve pedestrian and vehicular facilities from the southern City limits to the railroad tracks. Improvements include the installation of new curb, gutter, and sidewalk along the entire eastern side, and a portion of the western side, of Blosser Lane; new, enhanced pedestrian crossings at the frontage of Blosser Lane Elementary School; a full depth reconstruction of the roadway with 12-inches of base and 5-inches of asphalt; installation of new twelve street trees; replacement of small amount of storm drain and two drainage structures; a new sewer lateral and clean out; an existing water service will be replaced and upgraded to accommodate irrigation for the new street trees; and two new water services will be installed to supply irrigation water to future tree plantings on the west side of the street. A chicane will also be installed between Robert Lane and the entrance at Blosser Lane Elementary School to further improve pedestrian safety by slowing traffic approaching the new school crossings. The chicane will feature a mountable, center median and decorative bulb-outs to slow traffic as it approaches the school.

Appropriate signage, striping, and pavement markings will also be incorporated.

The contract length is 45 calendar days, with construction expected to start in early June.

The plans and specifications are attached for Council’s approval, along with the bid summary for review.

Recommended Action: By resolution, award a contract to Bouthillier’s Construction, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $997,113.00 for the construction of the Blosser Lane Rehabilitation Project (Project No. 2022-02), and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract and, upon recommendation from the City Engineer, authorize the City Manager to approve construction change orders up to a cumulative total of 10-percent of the total contract amount, and approve final plans and specifications for said project.

Alternative(s): None
Fiscal Impact: The estimated cost of construction is $997,113.00, plus a 10-percent contingency, which brings the total estimated cost of the project to $1,096,824.30.

Of that total, $400,000 is budgeted in FY 21/22 and $800,000 will be budgeted in FY 22/23 from the Transportation Fund, $50,000 is budgeted in the Water Fund for FY 21/22, and $50,000 is budgeted in the Wastewater Fund for FY 21/22. The street trees will be paid for from the Urban Forestry Grant, which has $36,000 available for street tree planting.

Personnel Impact: Being a substantial project, the Engineering Department will oversee contracting, construction management, construction inspection, construction staking, and construction engineering.

There is also a potential to utilize the on-call engineering contracts for some of this work.

Reviewed by: City Manager City Attorney Assistant City Manager City Clerk Finance Director Human Resources Risk Manager
Council Action: Approved Denied Other: ________________________________________ Records: Agreement Resolution #_________ Ordinance #_________ Other _________ Resolution No. 2022-__ Page 1 of 2 May 11, 2022
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILLITS AWARDING A CONTRACT TO BOUTHILLIER’S CONSTRUCTION, INC. IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $997,113.00 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE BLOSSER LANE REHABILITATION PROJECT, PHASE I (PROJECT NO. 2022-02) AND AUTHORIZE THE

CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT AND APPROVE CONSTRUCTION CHANGE ORDERS UP TO A CUMULATIVE TOTAL OF 10% OF THE TOTAL CONTRACT

AMOUNT, AND TO APPROVE FINAL PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR SAID PROJECT.

WHEREAS, the scope of work for this project includes roadway reconstruction, replacement of storm drain, replacement of sidewalk, replacement of curb and gutter, replacement of utility services, installation of new street trees and irrigation, construction of traffic calming measures and enhanced pedestrian crossings, and installation of signage and traffic markings; and
WHEREAS, the project plans and specifications accurately represent the project as presented to Council and satisfactorily describe the work; and WHEREAS, the project was advertised for competitive bids on March 30th, 2022 and four bids were received for the project and publicly opened on April 27th, 2022; and WHEREAS, Bouthillier’s Construction, Inc., of Willits, California, is the lowest responsive, responsible bidder; and
WHEREAS, the bid analysis indicates that the bid is responsive and competitive, the contractor has good references, and has completed similar projects; and WHEREAS, staff recommends that this contract for the Blosser Lane Rehabilitation Project, Phase I, Project No. 2022-02, be awarded to the lowest bidder, Bouthillier’s Construction, Inc., of Willits, California, for their bid amount of $997,113.00; and WHEREAS, the total cost of the project is estimated at $997,113.00, which will be paid for primarily from the Transportation Fund, with some additional funding from the Water and Wastewater Funds as well as the Urban Forestry Grant; and NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that City Council approves the contract plans and specifications and awards a construction contract to Bouthillier’s Construction, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $997,113.00, for the Blosser Lane Rehabilitation Project, Phase I, Project No. 2022-02, and authorizes the City Manager to execute the contract; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Council, upon recommendation from the City Engineer, authorizes City Manager to approve and execute change orders up to a cumulative total of 10% of the total contract amount.

Resolution No. 2022-__ Page 2 of 2 May 11, 2022
The above and foregoing Resolution was introduced by Councilmember seconded by Councilmember , and passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Willits, held on the 11th day of May, 2022, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ATTEST:
__________________________
__________________________
SAPRINA RODRIGUEZ, Mayor
City Council of the City of Willits

DELORES PEDERSEN
City Clerk
PART I, SECTION 1: INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
Blosser Lane Rehabiliation Project, Phase I
Project No. 2022-02
Bid Opening Date:

Bid Opening Time:

Location:

April 27, 2022
2:00 P.M.

City of Willits - Council Chambers
111 E. Commercial St.

Willits, CA 95490

CITY OF WILLITS

BID BOOK & TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
This Bid Book and Others Books that and Made part of the Contract are:

Bid Book & Technical Specifications, Proposal Packet, and Award Packet (including Contract) for the:

BLOSSER LANE REHABILITATION PROJECT,

PHASE I
City of Willits Project No. 2022-02
Also made part of the Contract are the project plans titled:

Project Plans
The contractor shall possess a Class A license at the time this contract is awarded.

Questions regarding this project should be directed to:

Jeremy Ronco
City of Willits – Public Works Department
111 E. Commercial St.

Willits, CA 95490
Phone: (707) 459-7154
Fax: (707) 459-2481
[email protected]
PART I, SECTION 1: INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
Blosser Lane Rehabiliation Project, Phase I
Project No. 2022-02

NOTICE TO BIDDERS ............................................................................................................................ 01 LIST OF SCHEDULED BID ITEMS .........................................................................................................05 CITY OF WILLITS GENERAL PROVISIONS SECTION 01: INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

1.1 Definitions ..................................................................................................................... 08

1.2 Bidder’s Representations.............................................................................................. 10

1.3 Pre-Bid Communication/Interpretation of the Bid Package ........................................... 11

1.4 Pre-Bid Access to the Project Site ................................................................................ 12

1.5 Bidding Procedure ........................................................................................................ 12

1.6 Bid Protests................................................................................................................... 14

1.7 Award............................................................................................................................ 15

1.8 Pricing........................................................................................................................... 15

1.9 Quantities...................................................................................................................... 16

1.10 Substitution Of “Or Equal” Items ................................................................................... 16

1.11 Subcontracting.............................................................................................................. 17

1.12 Assignment ................................................................................................................... 17

1.13 Bonds............................................................................................................................ 17

1.14 Labor Laws ................................................................................................................... 18 CITY OF WILLITS GENERAL PROVISIONS SECTION 02: SCOPE OF WORK

2.1 Project Description........................................................................................................ 19

2.2 Documents Furnished by City....................................................................................... 19

2.3 Ownership of Documents Furnished by City................................................................. 19

2.4 Technical Specifications and Project Plans................................................................... 19

2.5 Pre-Construction Conference ........................................................................................ 20 CITY OF WILLITS GENERAL PROVISIONS SECTION 03: CONTROL OF WORK AND MATERIAL

3.1 City Engineer’s Status................................................................................................... 21

3.2 Engineer’s Status.......................................................................................................... 21

3.3 Inspection and Testing of Work and Material................................................................ 21

3.4 Samples Furnished by the Contractor........................................................................... 22

3.5 Materials and Substitutions........................................................................................... 22

3.6 Audit and Examination of Records................................................................................ 23

3.7 Advertising .................................................................................................................... 23

3.8 Project Schedule........................................................................................................... 24

3.9 Construction Staking..................................................................................................... 24 CITY OF WILLITS GENERAL PROVISIONS SECTION 04: CHANGES IN WORK

4.1 City Directed Change Orders....................................................................................... 26

4.2 Writing Requirement ..................................................................................................... 26

4.3 Contractor Proposed Change Orders ........................................................................... 26

4.4 All Change Orders ........................................................................................................ 26

4.5 Change Order Pricing ................................................................................................... 26

4.6 Liability Under Unapproved Change Orders ................................................................. 27

4.7 Changes Subject to Contract Documents ..................................................................... 27 PART I: City of Willits General Provisions
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4.8 Change Order Disputes ................................................................................................ 27 CITY OF WILLITS GENERAL PROVISIONS SECTION 05: PROJECT FACILITIES

5.1 Work Site Offices .......................................................................................................... 28

5.2 City Rights of Access and Ownership ........................................................................... 28 CITY OF WILLITS GENERAL PROVISIONS SECTION 06: PROSECUTION AND PROGRESS OF WORK

6.1 Liquidated Damages ..................................................................................................... 29

6.2 No Damage for Delay Beyond City and Contractor Control .......................................... 29

6.3 No Damage for Contractor Caused Delay..................................................................... 29

6.4 No Damage for Other Delay.......................................................................................... 30

6.5 Delays Caused by the City and/or Its Privities .............................................................. 30

6.6 Weather Delays ............................................................................................................ 30

6.7 Delay Claims................................................................................................................. 31

6.8 Contractor Coordination of the Work............................................................................. 31 CITY OF WILLITS GENERAL PROVISIONS SECTION 07: CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES

7.1 Eligibility........................................................................................................................ 32

7.2 Legal Address of Contractor ......................................................................................... 32

7.3 Supervision of the Work................................................................................................ 32

7.4 Contractor's Superintendent ......................................................................................... 32

7.5 Competent Employees ................................................................................................. 33

7.6 Items Necessary for Proper Completion of the Work .................................................... 33

7.7 Construction Reports .................................................................................................... 33

7.8 Subcontracting ............................................................................................................. 33

7.9 Insurance ..................................................................................................................... 34

7.10 Indemnities.................................................................................................................... 36

7.11 Licenses/Permits........................................................................................................... 37

7.12 Preservation of Stakes and Marks ................................................................................ 37

7.13 Assistance to Engineer ................................................................................................. 37

7.14 Proof of Compliance with Contract................................................................................ 37

7.15 California Labor Code Requirements............................................................................ 37

7.16 Laws and Ordinances ................................................................................................... 39

7.17 Cleaning Up .................................................................................................................. 40

7.18 Guaranty ....................................................................................................................... 40

7.19 Safety ........................................................................................................................... 40

7.20 Assignment of Unfair Business Practice Claims ........................................................... 41 CITY OF WILLITS GENERAL PROVISIONS SECTION 08: MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

8.1 Description.................................................................................................................... 42

8.2 Payment........................................................................................................................ 42

8.3 Non-Allowable Direct Charges...................................................................................... 43

8.4 Retention ...................................................................................................................... 44

8.5 Securities in Lieu of Retention ...................................................................................... 44

8.6 F.O.B. .......................................................................................................................... 45 CITY OF WILLITS GENERAL PROVISIONS SECTION 09: PROJECT ACCEPTANCE AND CLOSEOUT

9.1 Occupancy .................................................................................................................... 46 PART I, SECTION 1: INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
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9.2 Work Completion and Final Inspection ......................................................................... 46

9.3 Work Acceptance.......................................................................................................... 46 CITY OF WILLITS GENERAL PROVISIONS SECTION 10: REMEDIES AND DISPUTES

10.1 Failure to Correct Work................................................................................................. 47

10.2 Termination................................................................................................................... 47

10.3 Disputes........................................................................................................................ 49

10.4 Litigation and Forum Selection...................................................................................... 51 TECHNICAL SPECS. SECTION 01: DEFINITIONS

1.1 Definitions ....................................................................................................................53 TECHNICAL SPECS. SECTION 02: GENERAL

2.1 Description of Work .....................................................................................................54

2.2 Order of Work..............................................................................................................54

2.3 Submittals....................................................................................................................54

2.4 Hours of Work .............................................................................................................55

2.5 Safety ..........................................................................................................................55

2.6 Water for Construction and Dust Control.....................................................................56

2.7 Dust Control ................................................................................................................56

2.8 Protection of Existing Facilities and Property ..............................................................57

2.9 Owner Notification.......................................................................................................57

2.10 Emergency Service Providers Notifications................................................................. 58

2.11 Removal of Miscellaneous Items.................................................................................58

2.12 Utility Clearances ........................................................................................................58

2.13 Existing Utilities ...........................................................................................................59

2.14 Relations with the California Regional Water Quality Control Board ...........................59

2.15 Temporary Erosion Control .........................................................................................60

2.16 Progress Schedule...................................................................................................... 61

2.17 Cooperation.................................................................................................................61

2.18 Obstructions ................................................................................................................61

2.19 Clearing, Grubbing, and Disposal................................................................................62

2.20 Excavation................................................................................................................... 63

2.21 Trench Excavation.......................................................................................................64

2.22 Dewatering ..................................................................................................................65

2.23 Drainage......................................................................................................................65

2.24 Shoring, Sheeting, and Bracing...................................................................................65

2.25 Backfilling ....................................................................................................................65

2.26 Stabilization and Bedding............................................................................................67

2.27 Trench Maintenance....................................................................................................68

2.28 Disposal of Excess Material ........................................................................................68

2.29 Cleanup.......................................................................................................................68

2.30 Compaction Testing ....................................................................................................68

2.31 Hydrostatic Testing......................................................................................................69

2.32 Flushing and Disinfecting ............................................................................................70 PART II: City of Willits Technical Specifications
PART I, SECTION 1: INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
Blosser Lane Rehabiliation Project, Phase I
Project No. 2022-02

2.33 Concrete Thrust Blocks ...............................................................................................70 TECHNICAL SPECS. SECTION 03: DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF BID ITEMS Item #1 Mobilization & Permits.............................................................................................71 Item #2 Traffic Control/Management...................................................................................71 Item #3 Storm Water Pollution Prevention .........................................................................74 Item #4 Curb Inlet (Standard)...............................................................................................75 Item #5 Drop Inlet (Combo Inlet)..........................................................................................76 Item #6 15” SDR 35 Storm Drain.........................................................................................76 Item #7 12” SDR35 Strom Drain..........................................................................................78 Item #8 Connect to Existing Drainage Structure ...............................................................78 Item #9 New Water Service ..................................................................................................79 Item #10 Install New Meter, Check Valve, &Timer..............................................................81 Item #11 Install Deep Root Watering Device .......................................................................81 Item #12 ½” PVC Irrigation Pipe.............................................................................................82 Item #13 PVC Cross-Sidewalk Drain.....................................................................................83 Item #14 Trench Drain and Grate ..........................................................................................83 Item #15 Sidewalk ....................................................................................................................84 Item #16 Stamped Concrete...................................................................................................86 Item #17 Pedestrian Ramps ...................................................................................................88 Item #18 Driveway....................................................................................................................89 Item #19 Curb and Gutter (30”)..............................................................................................90 Item #20 6” Mountable Curb ...................................................................................................92 Item #21 6” Standing Curb......................................................................................................93 Item #22 Concrete Valley Gutter................................................................................................94 Item #23 Roadway Reconstruction (base, grading) ...................................................................95 Item #24 Subgrade Enhancement Fabric...................................................................................97 Item #25 AC Dike......................................................................................................................98 Item #26 Hot Mix Asphalt (3/4” mix) ......................................................................................99 Item #27 Raise Manholes......................................................................................................101 Item #28 Raise Valves, Monuments, & Cleanouts............................................................102 Item #29 White Thermoplastic Pavement Markings..........................................................102 Item #30 Yellow Thermoplastic Pavement Markings........................................................103 Item #31 Yellow Centerline (Skip)........................................................................................104 Item #32 Yellow Centerline (Solid).......................................................................................104 Item #33 Reflective Yellow Curb Paint................................................................................104 Item #34 Red Curb Paint.......................................................................................................105 Item #35 New Street Sign .....................................................................................................106 Item #36 Set New Sign and Pole Complete.......................................................................106 Item #37 Lower SS Lateral & Relocate Clean Out............................................................107 Item #38 Street Trees ............................................................................................................110 PART I, SECTION 1: INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
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CITY OF WILLITS

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

NOTICE TO BIDDERS
PROJECT NO. 2022-02
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Sealed bids for:

The work shown on the project plans entitled:

CITY OF WILLITS

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

PROJECT PLANS
For:

Blosser Lane Rehabilitation Project, Phase I - Project No. 2022-02 This project includes the following work on Blosser Lane, between the city limits to the south and the railroad tracks to the north: removal of existing AC sidewalk and concrete curb and gutter; construction of approximately 5,000 SF of new concrete sidewalk, including bulb-outs, corner ramps, and driveways; construction of approximately 1,500 LF of new curb and gutter; construction of a new concrete center median and bulb-outs for traffic calming; construction of approximately 1,900 SF of new stamped, colored concrete; installation of new signage; installation of two new storm drain inlets and construction of approximately 80 LF of new storm drain pipe; installation of three new water services; relocation of one existing sewer lateral and clean-out; construction of approximately 500 LF of new PVC irrigation line; planting of 12 new street trees with deep root watering devices for each; removal of approximately 43,000 SF of existing roadway at a depth of 17” and replacement with new subgrade fabric, base, and AC; and new paint and thermoplastic traffic markings.

IN
City of Willits, County of Mendocino, State of California &
The work described in specifications books entitled:

CITY OF WILLITS - BID BOOK & TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

CITY OF WILLITS - PROPOSAL PACKET

CITY OF WILLITS - AWARD PACKET
For:

Blosser Lane Rehabilitation Project, Phase I - Project No. 2022-02 IN
City of Willits, County of Mendocino, State of California will be received by a designated representative, of the City of Willits, County of Mendocino, State of California, until the hour of 2 p.m., April 27th, 2022, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud in the City Council Chambers, of the City of Willits, located at 111 East Commercial Street, Willits, California.

PART I, SECTION 1: INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
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Bid forms for this work are included in a separate book entitled:

Proposal Packet For:

City of Willits
Public Works Department
Blosser Lane Rehabilitation Project- Project No. 2022-02 Example award forms for this work are included in a separate book entitled:

Example Award Packet For:

City of Willits
Public Works Department
Blosser Lane Rehabilitation Project, Phase I - Project No. 2022-02 THE ENGINEER’S ESTIMATE OF PROBABLE COSTS IS: $944,492..00 Key Dates:
• Pre-bid Meeting: April 14, 2022, 9:00 a.m. (on site)
• Final Questions from Bidders: April 19, 2022
• Final Addendum Issued: April 21, 2022
• Bid Opening: April 27, 2022, 2 p.m.
• Project Start Date: May 31, 2022
• Project length: 45 calendar days
Interested bidders should contact the following in order to obtain electronic copies of plans and other bid documents:

Brandy Sanderson
Public Works Administrative Assistant
[email protected]
(707) 459-7143
Plans will be distributed electronically free of charge.

Hard copies of plans, specifications, and other bid documents are available by request for a non-refundable fee of $40.00. Requests for hard copies should also be directed to Brandy Sanderson.

Plans and specifications are also available for review at the following Builders Exchange offices:

Construction Bidboard (Ebidboard)
11622 El Camino Real, #100
San Diego, CA 92130
Phone: 800-479-5314
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.ebidboard.com
Dodge Data & Analytics
830 Third Avenue, 6th Floor
New York, NY 10022
Phone: 877-784-9556
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.construction.com
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Humboldt Builders Exchange
1213 5th Street
Eureka, CA 95501
(707) 442-3708
Website: www.humbx.com
North Coast Builders Exchange
1030 Apollo Way
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
707-542-9502
707-542-2027
Website: www.ncbeonline.com
Responsible bidders shall submit to the City complete, executed copies of all required documents listed in the Bid Book, at the time and place, and in the manner specified above.

In accordance with California Public Contract Code Section 20170, all bids must be presented under sealed cover and include one of the following forms of bidder’s security: cash, cashier’s check made payable to the City, certified check made payable to the City, or a bidder’s bond. The amount of bidder’s security provided must equal at least ten percent (10%) of the total of the bid price for the base bid and any additive or deductive items listed in this notice.

The successful bidder must then submit to the City complete, executed copies of all required documents listed in the Award Packet, within fourteen (14) calendar days after receiving the written Notice of Award, from the City Engineer, of the City of Willits, of the award of the project. Bidder’s Security of any successful bidder that fails to do so will be forfeited to the City. Such required documents include, but are not limited to, a payment or labor and materials bond in an amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the amount payable by the terms of the project contract and that satisfies the requirements of California Civil Code Section 3248, and a performance bond in an amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the amount payable by the terms of the contract. All project bonds must be executed by an admitted surety insurer in accordance with applicable law and acceptable to the City.

Pursuant to Section 1773 et seq. of the Labor Code, the general prevailing wage rates in the county, or counties, in which the work is to be done have been determined by the Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations. These wages are set forth in the General Prevailing Wage Rates for this project, available from the California Department of Industrial Relations’ Internet web site at http://www.dir.ca.gov/DLSR/PWD, and also from the City of Willits, Public Works Department, located at 380 E. Commercial St., Willits, CA 95490. The Federal minimum wage rates for this project that are predetermined by the United States Secretary of Labor may be examined at the offices described above.

Addenda to modify the Federal minimum wage rates, if necessary, will be issued to holders of the Bid Book. Future effective general prevailing wage rates, which have been predetermined and are on file with the California Department of Industrial Relations are referenced but not printed in the general prevailing wage rates.

Attention is directed to the Federal minimum wage rate requirements in the Bid Book. If there is a difference between the minimum wage rates predetermined by the Secretary of Labor and the general prevailing wage rates determined by the Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations for similar classifications of labor, the Contractor and subcontractors shall pay not less than the higher wage rate. The Department will not accept lower State wage rates not specifically included in the Federal minimum wage determinations. This includes "helper" (or other classifications based on hours of experience) or any other classification not appearing in the Federal wage determinations. Where Federal wage determinations do not contain the State wage rate determination, otherwise available for use by the Contractor and subcontractors, the Contractor and subcontractors shall pay not less than the Federal minimum wage rate, which most closely approximates the duties of the employees in question.

A pre-bid conference is scheduled for Thursday, April 14, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. on site, at the intersection of Robert Drive and Blosser Lane, in Willits, CA. This meeting is to inform bidders of project requirements and to inform subcontractors of subcontracting and material supply opportunities. Bidders’ attendance at this meeting is not PART I, SECTION 1: INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
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mandatory, but recommended. Minutes from the meeting will be distributed in an addendum on or before Thursday April 21, 2022.

Bids are required for the entire work described herein and the successful bidder will be required to furnishing all materials, equipment, labor, transportation, light, power, water, and services required to accomplish all improvements shown on the Project Plans, whether specified and/or implied or required to attain the completed conditions contemplated in the design, by the Engineer.

All work shall conform to the City of Willits, County of Mendocino, or State of California, Department of Transportation, Standard Plans and Specifications, current edition and all work must be done in accordance in with the Bid Book, Technical Specifications, Proposal Packet, Award Packet, Contract, and Project Plans for the:

Blosser Lane Rehabilitation Project, Phase I - Project No. 2022-02 The contractor shall possess a Class A license at the time this contract is awarded.

This contract is subject to state contract nondiscrimination and compliance requirements pursuant to Government Code, Section 12990.

Inquiries or questions based on alleged patent ambiguity of the plans, specifications or estimate must be communicated as a bidder inquiry prior to bid opening. Any such inquiries or questions, submitted after bid opening, will not be treated as a bid protest.

CITY OF WILLITS: s/Cathy Moorhead, Deputy City Manager/ City Clerk DATED: 03/30/22
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Below is a list of the scheduled bid items:

NO. ITEM DESCRIPTION EST. QUANTITY UNITS
1 Mobilization & Permits 1 LS
2 Traffic Control/Management 1 LS
3 Storm Water Pollution Prevention 1 LS
4 Curb Inlet (Standard) 1 EA
5 D.I. (Combo Inlet) 1 EA
6 15" SDR 35 Storm Drain 65 LF
7 12" SDR 35 Storm Drain 22 LF
8 Connect to Existing Drainage Structure 2 EA
9 New Water Service 3 EA
10 Install New Meter, Check Valve, & Timer 1 LS
11 Install Deep Root Watering Device 24 EA
12 1/2" PVC Irrigation Pipe 500 LF
13 PVC Cross-Sidewalk Drain 1 EA
14 Trench Drain & Grate 10 LF
15 Sidewalk 4862 SF
16 Stamped Concrete 1890 SF
17 Pedestrian Ramps 176 SF
18 Driveway 869 SF
19 Curb and Gutter (30") 1501 LF
20 6" Mountable Curb 146 LF
21 6" Standing Curb 118 LF
22 Concrete Valley Gutter 284 SF
23 Roadway Reconstruction (base, grading) 1600 CY
24 Subgrade Enhancement Fabric 4775 SY
25 AC Dike 327 LF
26 Hot Mix Asphalt (3/4" mix) 1350 Ton
27 Raise Manhole 5 EA
28 Raise Valves, Monuments, Cleanouts 12 EA
29 White Thermoplastic Pavement Markings 333 SF
30 Yellow Thermoplastic Pavement Markings 782 SF
31 Yellow Centerline (Skip) 930 LF
32 Yellow Centerline (Solid) 654 LF
33 Reflective Yellow Curb Paint 64 LF
34 Red Curb Paint 1046 LF
35 New Street Sign 6 EA
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Scheduled Bid Items (Continued):

NO. ITEM DESCRIPTION EST. QUANTITY UNITS
36 Set New Sign and Pole Complete 18 EA
37 Lower SS Lateral & Relocate Clean Out 1 EA
38 Street Trees 12 EA
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PART I: City of Willits General Provisions
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1.1 Definitions:
a. Bid Book: The Bid Book is comprised of the following documents and is made part of the contract:
• City of Willits General Provisions • Proposal Packet
• Notice to Bidders • Award Packet
• City of Willits Technical Specifications • City of Willits Project Plans b. Proposal Packet: The Proposal Packet is comprised of the following documents are made part of the contact. These documents are provided in a separate packet and shall be constitute your proposal. c. Award Packet: The award packet is comprised of the documents and is made part of the contract. Each bidder has received an award packet which shall serve as information only. The actual award packet will be provided to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder and said bidder shall comply with all terms and conditions set forth within.
d. Contract documents: The contract documents refer to all of the documents incorporated into the final Project contract as listed in the contract.
e. Project: The Project is the Blosser Lane Rehabilitation Project, Phase I - Project No. 2022-02, as described in the Bid Book.
• Bidders Representations • Bidder’s List of Subcontractors • Bidder’s Check List • Workers Comp. Insurance Certification • Authority to Sign Bid Proposal • Public Contract Code Section 10162 Questionnaire
• Statement of Experience of Bidder • Public Contract Code Section 10232 Statement • Contractor’s Proposal and Schedule of Bid Prices • Equal Employment Opportunity Certification • Acknowledgment of Addenda • Noncollusion Affidavit
• A Signed Copy of Each Addenda signature page
Issued During the Advertisement Period • Debarment and Suspension Certification • Bidder’s Surety Bond • Bidder’s Inquiry Form
• Contractor License Information
• Contract • Insurance Endorsements *
• Contract Check List • Contractor’s Safety Plan **
• Performance Bond • IRS W-9 Reporting Form
• Payment Bond • Traffic Management Plan **
• Construction Contract • Water Pollution Control Plan** • Certificates of Insurance *
*Form to be provided by contractor or contractor’s agencies. ** No example provided contractor responsible for document.

The forms provided in this packet are for information only; however, each bidder is responsible for understanding the terms they required if selected as the lowest bidder. The actual award packet will be provided to the lowest bidder upon review of the bid. The lowest bidder will be responsible for submitting the documents within the award packet within fourteen (14) calendar days after receiving the notice of award.

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f. Project Plans: The Project Plans are the primarily graphic detailed requirements concerning the Project and they are contained in the bid package.
g. Agreement: The agreement between the City and Contractor concerning the Project, as evidenced by and comprised of the Contract Documents.
h. Designer or Engineer: Refers to the City Engineer who responsible for the Plans and Specifications and any modification thereof.
i. City: The City of Willits.
j. Contractor: The successful bidder for the Project and party to the Project agreement with the City as specified in the Project agreement.
k. Days: Days means working days of Monday through Friday; however, weekend work will be permitted with prior authorization by the City.
l. City Engineer/Public Works Director: The City’s authorized representative for administration and overall management of the Project agreement and Work. The City Engineer is the official point of contact between the City and the Contractor.
m. Project Inspector: The party or parties charged by the City with inspecting the Work for compliance with the requirements of the Contract Documents and applicable laws and regulations. The Project Inspector acts under the direction of the City and shall coordinate with the City Engineer as directed by the City in accordance with the Contract Documents.
n. Subcontractor: A person, firm or corporation that is obligated as a party to a contract with the Contractor to perform part of the Project work. For purposes of these General Provisions Subcontractors include, but are not limited to, those that are obligated as parties to a contract with the Contractor to specially fabricate and install a portion of the Project Work according to the Technical Specifications and/or Project Plans. o. Work: The furnishing of all equipment, tools, apparatus, facilities, material, labor and skill necessary to perform and complete in a good and workmanlike manner the Project as shown in the Technical Specifications and Project Plans in accordance with the Contract Documents and applicable law. p. Written Notice: Will be deemed to have been duly served for purposes of these General Provisions and any agreement of which they are a part if delivered in person to the individual or to a member of the firm or to any office of the corporation for whom the notice is intended, or if sent by registered or certified mail to the last known business address known to the party giving notice. Unless otherwise specified in the Contract Documents, the last known address of the Contractor shall be that listed in the Contractor’s completed Proposal and Schedule of Bid Prices.
q. Technical Specifications: The detailed Project requirements contained in the Bid Package and any addenda to the Technical Specifications signed by authorized City representatives and issued prior to bid opening, Equal Product Proposals accepted by the City and signed by authorized City representatives prior to bid opening, and change orders and other amendments to the Technical Specifications signed by authorized representatives of the City and the Contractor in accordance with the requirements of the PART I, SECTION 1: INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
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Contract Documents. The Technical Specifications provide detailed requirements concerning the Project and any technical provisions related thereto. The Technical Specifications are part of the contract documents and they are contained in the bid package.

1.2BIDDER'S REPRESENTATIONS:

Each bidder by submitting a bid represents that:
a. Bidder has thoroughly examined and carefully studied the all documents and other related data identified in the bidding documents.
b. Bidder has visited the Site and become familiar with and is satisfied as to the general, local, and site conditions that may affect cost, progress, and performance of the work. c. Bidder is familiar with and is satisfied with all Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations that may affect cost, progress, and performance of the Work.
d. Bidder has obtained and carefully studied (or accepts the consequences for not doing so), all additional or supplementary examinations, investigations, explorations, tests, studies, and data concerning conditions of surface and subsurface at or contiguous to the Site, which may affect cost, progress, or performance of the work. Bidder understands all aspects related to the means, methods, techniques, sequences, and procedures of construction to be employed by Bidder, including applying said means, methods, techniques, sequences and procedures of construction as specified by the bidding documents, and agrees to take the safety precautions and programs related thereto. e. Bidder does not consider that any further examinations, investigations, explorations, tests, studies, or data are necessary for the determination of this Bid for performance of the work, at the price(s), and within the times, and in accordance with all terms and conditions of the bidding documents. f. Bidder is aware of the general nature of work to be performed by City and all others at the site that relate to the work as indicated in the bidding documents.

g. Bidder has correlated the information known to Bidder, information and observations obtained from visits to the site, reports and drawings identified in the bidding documents, and all additional examinations, investigations, explorations, tests, studies, and data with the bidding documents. h. Bidder has given City or representative of City, written notice no later than seven (7) working days prior to bid opening, of all conflicts, errors, ambiguities, or discrepancies, that bidder has discovered in the bidding documents, and the written resolution thereof by City or representative of City, is acceptable to Bidder.
i. The bidding documents are generally sufficient to indicate and convey understanding of all terms and conditions for the performance of the work for which this bid is submitted. j. Bidder will submit written evidence of its authority to do business in the state where the project is located not later than the date of its execution of the contract.

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k. This Sealed Bid is submitted to: The City of Willits, 111 East Commercial St., Willits, CA 95490 l. The undersigned Bidder proposes and agrees, if this Bid is accepted, to enter into a Contract with City under the terms outlined in the contract which was included in the bidding documents. Bidder also agrees, to perform all work as specified or Indicated in the bidding documents for the prices, and within the times indicated in this Bid, and in accordance with all other terms and conditions delineated in the general conditions, special conditions, technical specifications, project plans, and all applicable laws.

Each bidder by submitting a bid acknowledges that:
a. Bidder accepts all terms and conditions of the Instruction to Bidders, including without limitation, those related to Bid Security. This Bid will remain subject to acceptance for 30 days after bid opening, or for such longer period of time that Bidder agrees to in writing upon request of City.

Each bidder further represents that:
a. THIS BID IS GENUINE and is not made in the interest of or on behalf of any undisclosed individual or entity and is submitted in conformity with any agreement or rules of any group, association, organization, or corporation.
b. Bidder has not directly or indirectly induced or solicited any other Bidder to submit a false or Shame Bid. c. Bidder has not solicited or induced any individual or entity to refrain from bidding, and Bidder has not sought by collusion to obtain for itself any advantage over any other Bidder or over City. d. Neither the bidder nor any subcontractors included on the list of proposed subcontractors submitted with the bid are ineligible to perform work on public works projects pursuant to California Labor Code Sections 1777.1 or 1777.7.
e. Bidder will complete the work in accordance with the bid proposal provided herein.

1.3 PRE-BID COMMUNICATION/ INTERPRETATION OF THE BID PACKAGE:
a. Any bidder that discovers any apparent conflicts, errors, or ambiguities contained in the bid package or between the contents of the bid package and the Project site, or that has questions or requires clarification concerning the bid package or its intent must inform the City in writing as soon as reasonably possible, but no later than April 19, 2022. Such notice to the City must be directed to for questions concerning the bid package. Questions received after the deadline will not be answered.
b. Any interpretation, correction, or change of the bid package prior to bid opening will be made by addendum, signed by an authorized representative of the City, and transmitted to all Bid Book recipients. All questions must be received in writing and bidders MUST use the Bidder’s Inquiry form provided in the back of the Proposal Packet to submit questions.

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c. Bidder’s Inquiry Form should be either emailed, faxed, or mailed to:

Attention: Jeremy Ronco
111 E. Commercial St.

Willits, CA 95490
Email: [email protected]
Fax: (707) 459-2481
d. No other interpretation or information concerning the Bid Book issued prior to the date specified for opening bids will be binding. All addenda signed by an authorized representative of the City and issued prior to the time and date specified for opening bids will form a part of the contract documents and must be acknowledged on the bid forms. Any changes, exceptions, or conditions concerning the Project and/or the bid package submitted by any bidder as part of a bid may render that bid non-responsive.

1.4 PRE-BID ACCESS TO THE PROJECT SITE:
a. Prior to submitting a bid, it will be the sole responsibility of each bidder to conduct any additional examination, investigation, exploration, test, study or other inquiry and to obtain any additional information pertaining to the physical conditions (including surface, subsurface, and underground utilities) at or near the Project site that may affect the cost, progress, or performance of the Project, and that the bidder deems are necessary to prepare its bid for performance of the Project in accordance with the bid package and contract documents. Bidders seeking any such additional examination or other inquiries or information concerning the Project will do so at the bidder’s sole expense.
b. Bidders seeking to conduct any additional examination or other inquiry at the Project site must request site access from the City at least two (2) working days in advance. The location of any excavation, boring or other invasive testing will be subject to approval on behalf of the City and any other agencies with jurisdiction over such testing. Bidders may not conduct tests at the Project site prior to obtaining City approval. The City may require bidders to execute an access agreement prior to approving testing at the Project site. Once approved testing is complete, Bidders must fill all trenches or holes, restore all pavements to match existing structural section, and otherwise clean up and restore the test site to its pre-test condition.

1.5 BIDDING PROCEDURE:
a. Sealed bids must be delivered to the City of Willits, 111 East Commercial Street, Willits, California 95490, no later than the time and date specified in the Notice to Bidders. Bids will be opened and read publicly at that time. Bids that are submitted late according to the official time kept by the City Clerk or a designee will be returned unopened. Telephones for use by bidders are not available at the City offices.
b. In accordance with California Public Contract Code Section 20170, bids must be presented under sealed cover. Bids must be submitted using the bid forms furnished with the Proposal Packet. Bids must include all documents listed in the Bidder’s Check List completed in accordance with the bid package. Bids must bear the bidder’s legal name and be signed by a representative legally authorized to bind the bidder. Bids must be typed or written in ink.

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Corrections may be made if initialed by the individual signing the bid. No oral or telegraphic modifications of bids, including facsimile modifications, will be considered. Bids that are incomplete or that are not presented on the bid forms furnished with the bid package may be deemed non-responsive.
c. Each bid must give the full business name and address of the bidder. Bids of partnerships must furnish the full name of all partners and must be signed in the partnership name by one of the members of the partnership, or by an authorized representative, followed by the printed name and title of the person signing. Bids of corporations must be signed with the legal name of the corporation, followed by the name of the state of incorporation and by the signature and designation of the president, secretary, or other person authorized to bind the corporation. The name of each person signing shall also be typed or printed below the signature. Upon request of the City, bidders will furnish satisfactory evidence of the authority of the person signing the bid.

Bids of joint ventures must include a certified copy of the legal agreement constituting the joint venture.
d. No person, firm, corporation, partnership, or legal joint venture may submit more than one bid for the Project. However, a person, firm, corporation, partnership, or legal joint venture that has submitted a subcontract proposal to a bidder, or that has quoted prices on materials to a bidder may submit a subcontract proposal, quote prices to other bidders and submit its own bid. e. In accordance with California Public Contract Code Section 20170, all bids must include one of the forms of bidder’s security specified in the Notice to Bidders in an amount of at least ten (10) per cent of the total of the bid prices for the base bid and those additive or deductive items specifically identified in the Notice to Bidders for the purpose of determining the lowest price bid. Bidders that elect to provide bidder’s security in the form of a bid bond must execute a bid bond using the form provided in the bid forms. The bidder’s security is tendered as a guarantee that the successful bidder, if awarded the Project contract, will execute and submit to the City all required bonds, certificates of insurance, completed contract forms and other documents listed in the Contract Check List and enter into a contract with the City within fourteen (14) calendar days of receipt of the Notice of Award. The bidder’s security of any successful bidder that fails to do so will be forfeited to the City. All bidders’ security not forfeited to the City will be returned once a successful bidder provides all required documents and enters a contract with the City in accordance with all applicable bid package requirements. Forfeiture of the bidder’s security to the City will not waive or otherwise limit any other remedy available to the City under applicable law. f. In accordance with California Business and Professions Code Section 7028.15, Public Contract Code Section 20103.5 and as specified in the Notice to Bidders, all Project work must be performed by properly licensed contractors and subcontractors with active licenses in good standing as of the date and time specified for bid opening, or, if the Project involves federal funds, no later than the time the Project contract is awarded. Bidders must verify their Contractor’s License number and license expiration date on the bid forms cover page under penalty of perjury.

Bids that do not satisfy applicable licensing requirements will be considered non-responsive and rejected and may subject the bidder to criminal and/or civil penalties. g. If the bid forms include a bidder’s questionnaire; all bids must include a completed bidder’s questionnaire on the forms provided. By submitting a bid, bidders authorize City representatives PART I, SECTION 1: INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
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to verify any and all information provided on the bidder’s questionnaire and agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City and its officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers to full the extent permitted by law from and against any claims, liability or causes of action, including, without limitation, legal fees and costs, arising out of verification of the information provided on the bidder’s questionnaire, and/or arising out of use of information provided in the bidder’s questionnaire to determine, in accordance with applicable law, the qualification of the bidder for performing the Project.
h. Bids may be withdrawn prior to the time set for bid opening by a written request signed by an authorized representative of the bidder filed with the City Clerk. The bid security submitted with bids so withdrawn will be returned to the bidder. Bidders that have withdrawn their bid in accordance with this provision may submit a new bid prior to the time set for bid opening in accordance with all applicable bid package requirements. Bids may not be withdrawn during the ninety day period after the time set for bid opening except as permitted by law pursuant to California Public Contract Code Section 5100 and following. Any other bid withdrawal will result in forfeiture of the bidder’s bid security to the City.

1.6 BID PROTESTS:
a. Any protest of the proposed Project award must be submitted in writing to the City no later than 5:00 PM on the third business day following the date of the bid opening. b. The initial protest must contain a complete statement of the basis for the protest. c. The protest must state the facts and refer to the specific portion of the document or the specific statute that forms the basis for the protest. The protest must include the name, address, and telephone number of the person representing the protesting party. d. The party filing the protest must concurrently transmit a copy of the initial protest to the proposed awardees.
e. The party filing the protest must have actually submitted a bid for the Project. A subcontractor of a party filing a bid for the Project may not submit a bid protest. A party may not rely on the bid protest submitted by another bidder, but must timely pursue its own protest. f. The procedure and time limits set forth in these Instructions to Bidders are mandatory and are the bidders’ sole and exclusive remedy in the event of a bid protest. Any bidder’s failure to fully comply with these procedures shall constitute a waiver of any right to further pursue a bid protest, including filing of a challenge of the award pursuant to the California Public Contract Code, filing of a claim pursuant to the California Government Code, or filing of any other legal proceedings. g. The City shall review all timely protests prior to award of the Project. The City shall not be required to hold an administrative hearing to consider any protests, but may do so at its option. At the time of the City Council’s consideration of the Project award, the City Council shall also consider the merits of any timely protests. The City Council may either reject the protest and award to the lowest responsible bidder or accept the protest and award the bid to the next lowest PART I, SECTION 1: INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
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responsible bidder. Nothing in this section shall be construed as a waiver of the City Council’s right to reject all bids.

1.7 AWARD:
a. In accordance with applicable law, the City reserves the right to reject any or all bids, and to waive any informality in any bid. The City reserves the right to accept any portion of any bid, unless the bid package expressly provides that the award will be made as a whole. If the City elects to award a contract for performance of the Project, the contract will be awarded in accordance with California Public Contract Code Section 20162 and other applicable law to the responsible bidder submitting a responsive bid with the lowest total bid price for the base bid without consideration of the bid price for any additive or deductive alternate items listed in the Notice to Bidders. In accordance with the contract documents and other applicable law, the City may add or deduct items of work from the Project after the lowest responsible bidder is determined. The award, if made, will be made within thirty (30) days after the opening of the bids, or such other time as agreed to in writing.
b. The successful bidder must submit to the City complete, executed copies of all documents specified in the Contract Checklist within fourteen (14) calendar days of receiving written Notice of Award of the Project. After execution by the City, one copy shall be filed with the City, and one copy shall be returned to Contractor. A Bidder’s security of any successful bidder that fails to do so will be forfeited to the City.
c. The successful bidder and any subcontractors and others engaged in performance of the Project must have valid local business license(s), as applicable, before commencing work on the Project. d. Upon verifying that the successful bidder has provided complete, executed copies of all documents specified in the Contract Checklist an authorized City representative will execute the Project contract, and the City will issue to the successful bidder a Notice to Proceed, specifying the Project commencement date. The contract length for this project is 45 calendar days. The number of days within which the Project must be complete begins on May 31, 2022.

1.8 PRICING:
a. If an inconsistency exists between the amount listed for a unit price in a bid and the total listed for that bid item (e.g., if the total listed for a bid item does not equal the unit price listed in the bid multiplied by the quantity listed), subject to applicable law, the unit price will be deemed to accurately reflect the bidder’s intent concerning the bid item and the intended total for the bid item will be deemed to be the unit price as listed in the bid multiplied by the quantity listed. b. If the Project bid price is a lump sum total made up of smaller individual bid item prices and an inconsistency exists between the lump sum total bid price and any individual bid item price, subject to applicable law, the individual bid item prices as listed in the bid will be deemed to accurately reflect the bidder’s intended bid for the Project and the intended lump sum total bid for the Project will be deemed to be the sum of the individual bid item prices as listed in the bid, even if that sum is different from the amount actually listed as the lump sum total bid for the Project.

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c. Any federal, state, or local tax payable on articles to be furnished for the Project shall be included in the lump sum total bid price and paid by the Contractor under the contract. The City is exempt from federal excise tax and will provide a certificate of exemption to the successful bidder upon request.

1.9 QUANTITIES:
a. Quantities, including but not limited to, material or labor quantities, that are provided in the Proposal Book and Bid Book concerning the Project are estimates only and are provided solely as a general indication of the Project scope. The City does not warrant that such quantity estimates provided in the bid package represent the actual quantities required to perform the Project in accordance with the contract documents. Such quantity estimates do not bind the City, and bidders should not rely on them in preparing their bids. Each bidder is solely responsible for determining the quantities on which to base their bids in light of information contained in the bid package, bidder investigation and analysis of the Project and the Project site, and any other analysis or expertise of the bidder concerning the Project. b. The City may amend, decrease, or increase the Project work in accordance with the Bid Book and the contract documents. If the City amends, decreases, or increases the Project work prior to award of the Project each bidder will be solely responsible for determining the revised quantities, if any, on which to base their bid in light of information contained in the Bid Book and any amendments or addenda to the Bid Book, bidder investigation and analysis of the Project as amended, decreased or increased, the Project site, and any other analysis or expertise of the bidder concerning the Project.

1.10 SUBSTITUTION OF “OR EQUAL” ITEMS:
a. In accordance with California Public Contract Code Section 3400, where the Technical Specifications or Project Plans list products by manufacturer's name, brand or model number such information indicates the quality and utility of the items desired and does not restrict bidders to that manufacturer's name, brand or model number, unless the Technical Specifications or Project plans specify that the listed product is necessary to match others in use on a particular public improvement either completed or in the course of completion. Except where the Technical Specifications indicate that a particular brand product is necessary to match others in use, when a manufacturer’s name, brand or model number is listed, it shall be construed to be followed by the words "or equal" whether or not those words in fact follow the manufacturer’s name, brand name or model number listed in the Technical Specifications or Project Plans. Unless the Technical Specifications or Project Plans indicate that a particular brand product is necessary to match others in use, bidders may propose equals of products listed by manufacturer name, brand name or model number.
b. Complete information for products proposed as equals must be submitted to the City for review at least seven (7) working days before the time specified for opening bids. To be considered, proposals concerning products proposed as equals must include sufficient information to permit the City to determine whether the products proposed as equals will satisfy the same performance requirements as products listed by manufacturer’s name, brand or model number. Such performance requirements may include, but are not limited to, size, strength, function, and PART I, SECTION 1: INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
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appearance, ease of maintenance and repair, and useful life requirements. Proposals concerning products proposed as equals that are submitted less than seven (7) working days before the time specified for opening bids will not be considered. Failure to bid products specified by manufacturer name, brand name or model number where the Technical Specifications or Project Plans specify that a particular product is necessary to match others in use, or where no proposal concerning products proposed as equals has been submitted in accordance with this provision may render a bid non-responsive.

1.11 SUBCONTRACTING:
a. Bids must be in accordance with the requirements of the Subletting and Subcontracting Fair Practices, Act, California Public Contract Code Section 4100 and following. Bids must include a completed list of proposed subcontractors on the form included in the Bid Book. In accordance with California Public Contract Code Section 4104, completed lists of proposed subcontractors must include the name, business location, state license number, the portion (type or trade), and dollar amount of the Project work to be subcontracted for each subcontractor that will perform a portion of the Project work (including special fabrication and installation of a portion of the work) valued in excess of one half of one percent of the total Project bid price. If the Project work includes construction of streets or highways, the completed list of proposed subcontractors must include the subcontractor name, business location, type of work and dollar amount to be subcontracted for each subcontractor that will perform a portion of the Project work (including special fabrication and installation of a portion of the work) valued in excess of one half of one percent of the total Project bid price, or ten thousand dollars ($10,000), whichever is greater. b. In accordance with California Public Contract Code Section 4106, for any portion of the Project work with a value of more than one half of one percent of the total Project bid price for which no subcontractor is listed, or for which more than one subcontractor is listed, bidders certify by submitting their bids that they are qualified to perform that portion of the Project work and that they will perform that portion of the Project work with their own forces. Bidders may not substitute another subcontractor for a subcontractor listed in their bid except as permitted by the City in accordance with Section 4107 and following of the California Public Contract Code.

1.12 ASSIGNMENT:
a. Bidders may not assign, sublet, sell, transfer, or otherwise dispose of their bid or any right, title or interest in their bid, or their obligations under their bid, without the written consent of an authorized representative of the City. Any purported assignment, subletting, sale, transfer or other disposition of a bid or any interest in a bid, or of any obligations under a bid without such written consent will be void and of no effect.

1.13 BONDS:
a. The successful bidder must submit to the City a performance bond within fourteen (14) calendar days of receiving written Notice of Award. If the Project involves expenditures in excess of twentyfive thousand dollars ($25,000), the successful bidder must submit to the City a payment or labor and materials bond within fourteen (14) calendar days of receiving written Notice of Award. Prior PART I, SECTION 1: INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
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to issuance of the final Project payment, the successful bidder must submit a defective material and workmanship bond. All bonds must be executed by corporate sureties who are admitted surety insurers in the State of California in accordance with applicable law and acceptable to the City. Individual sureties will not be accepted. All Project bonds must be executed using the forms provided in the Proposal Book.
b. In accordance with California Civil Code Section 3247, the payment or labor and materials bond must be in the amount of one hundred percent of the total amount payable by the terms of the Project contract and guarantee payment to persons listed in California Civil Code Section 3181 for work performed and for charges for materials, supplies, and equipment provided under the Project contract (including amounts due under or subject to the Unemployment Insurance Code) in accordance with the requirements of California Civil Code Section 3248. c. The performance bond must be in the amount of one hundred percent of the amount payable by the terms of the Project contract to guarantee the faithful performance of the Project work. d. The defective material and workmanship bond must be in the amount of five percent of the final Project contract amount and guaranty the Project work against defects in materials, equipment, workmanship, or needed repair for two years from the City’s acceptance of the Project work.

1.14 LABOR LAWS:
a. Bidders must comply with applicable provisions of the California Labor Code. b. In accordance with California Labor Code Section 1861, bids must include a worker’s compensation insurance certification on the form included in the bid package. c. In accordance with California Labor Code Section 1771, not less than the general prevailing rate of per diem wages for work of a similar character in the locality in which the Project is to be performed, and not less than the general prevailing rate of per diem wages for holiday and overtime work fixed as provided in the California Labor Code shall be paid to all workers engaged in performing the Project.
d. In accordance with California Labor Code Section 1770 and following, the Director of Industrial Relations has determined the general prevailing wage per diem rates for work in the locality in which the Project is to be performed. In accordance with California Labor Code Section 1773, the City has obtained the general prevailing rate of per diem wages and the general rate for holiday and overtime work in the locality in which the Project is to be performed for each craft, classification or type of worker needed to perform the Project. In accordance with California Labor Code Section 1773.2, copies of the prevailing rate of per diem wages are on file at the City offices and will be made available on request.
e. In accordance with California Labor Code Section 1777.1, contractors and subcontractors that are found guilty of willfully violating Chapter 1 of Part 7 of Division 2 of the Labor Code (except for Section 1777.5), or that are found guilty of such violations with intent to defraud, and entities in which such contractors or subcontractors have any interest, may be ineligible to bid on, be awarded, or perform Project work as a subcontractor.

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2.1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

This project includes the following work on Blosser Lane, between the city limits to the south and the railroad tracks to the north: removal of existing AC sidewalk and concrete curb and gutter; construction of approximately 5,000 SF of new concrete sidewalk, including bulb-outs, corner ramps, and driveways; construction of approximately 1,500 LF of new curb and gutter; construction of a new concrete center median and bulb-outs for traffic calming; construction of approximately 1,900 SF of new stamped, colored concrete; installation of new signage; installation of two new storm drain inlets and construction of approximately 80 LF of new storm drain pipe; installation of three new water services; relocation of one existing sewer lateral and clean-out; construction of approximately 500 LF of new PVC irrigation line; planting of 12 new street trees with deep root watering devices for each; removal of approximately 43,000 SF of existing roadway at a depth of 17” and replacement with new subgrade fabric, base, and AC; and new paint and thermoplastic traffic markings.

2.2 DOCUMENTS FURNISHED BY CITY:
a. The City will furnish to the Contractor, free of charge five (5) sets of prints of the Project Plans and Technical Specifications for execution of the Work. Throughout the performance of the Work the Contractor must keep one copy of the Project Plans and Technical Specifications in good order and available for review by the City Engineer, the Designer, and any other City contractors or representatives.

2.3 OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS FURNISHED BY CITY:
a. All documents furnished by the City, including, but not limited to, the Technical Specifications, Project Plans, and any copies, are the property of the City. Documents furnished by the City may not to be used on any other work. All documents furnished by the City must be returned to City upon completion of the Work.

2.4 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND PROJECT PLANS:
a. The Technical Specifications and Project Plans are complementary and intended to mutually describe the Work necessary to complete the Project in accordance with the Contract Documents. b. In general, the Project Plans indicate dimensions, position and kind of construction, and the Technical Specifications indicate qualities and methods. Any Work indicated on the Project Plans and not mentioned in the Technical Specifications or vice versa must be furnished as though fully set forth in both. Work that is not particularly detailed, marked, or specified shall be the same as similar Work that is detailed, marked, or specified. The Contractor must furnish items necessary for the operation of equipment depicted in the Project Plans or specified in the Technical Specifications that are suitable to allow such equipment to function properly at no extra charge. c. All work shown on the Project Plans, the dimensions of which are not figured, shall be accurately followed to the scale which the plans are made, but figured dimensions in all cases to be followed, PART I, SECTION 2: SCOPE OF WORK
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where given, though they differ from scaled measurements. Large-scale plans shall be followed in preference to small-scale plans.
d. The Contractor must notify the City Engineer as soon as possible of any apparent errors or inconsistencies, including, but not limited to, typographical or notational errors in the Project Plans, Technical Specifications, and/or in work done by others affecting the Work. The City Engineer will issue instructions concerning any such apparent errors or inconsistencies. If the Contractor proceeds with Work impacted by apparent errors or inconsistencies without instructions from the City Engineer, the Contractor shall do so at its sole risk and shall have all of the obligations and the City shall have all of the rights and remedies specified in Section 12 concerning any resulting damage or defect.
e. The General Provisions apply with equal force to all of the Work, including extra work authorized by the City Engineer in accordance with the Contract Documents. The Contractor must submit any required shop diagrams and/or drawings by the times and in the quantities indicated in the Technical Specifications. Any such shop diagrams and/or drawings must show completely the Work to be done, expanding on the Project Plans concerning details not previously shown, field conditions and the condition of the Work. City Engineer review of such shop diagrams and/or drawings will concern conformance with the requirements of the Contract Documents only. The City Engineer assumes no responsibility for the correctness or accuracy of the dimensions or any other contents of any shop diagrams and/or drawings submitted by the Contractor. The Contractor must check all dimensions at the Work site. Shop diagrams and/or drawings must be clearly marked with the name of the Project and the name of the Contractor, subcontractor or supplier making the submittal, and must be stamped and signed by the Contractor and submitted under a signed transmittal letter from the Contractor certifying that all dimensions have been checked at the Work site. These requirements are mandatory. The City Engineer will not review shop diagrams and/or drawings that do not satisfy these requirements. The Contractor will be responsible for any and all discrepancies between dimensions of the actual Project site and/or Work and those shown on shop diagram and/or drawings submitted by the Contractor, and for any other errors contained in or resulting from such shop diagrams and/or drawings, including, but not limited to, errors in material and/or equipment quantities and any resulting errors, delays or additional cost in the performance of the Work. The Contractor will have all of the obligations and the City will have all of the rights and remedies that are specified in Section 10 concerning any discrepancies or errors in shop diagrams and/or drawings submitted by the Contractor, and concerning any resulting errors, delays or additional costs in the performance of the Work.

2.5 PRE-CONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE:
a. Prior to the issuance of the Notice to Proceed, a mandatory pre-construction conference will be held at the City of Willits Engineering Office at 380 E. Commercial St., Willits, CA 95490 at time to be agreed upon by the City Engineer and Contractor. The meeting shall be for purpose of discussing with the Contractor the scope of work, Contract drawings specifications, existing conditions, materials to be ordered, equipment to be used, and all essential matters pertaining to the prosecution of and the satisfactory completion of the project as required. The Contractor’s representative at this conference shall include all major superintendents for the work and may include major sub-Contractors.

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3.1 CITY ENGINEER’S STATUS:
a. The City Engineer will administer the Project in accordance with the Contract Documents. After execution of the agreement and issuance of the Notice to Proceed, all correspondence and/or instructions concerning the Project between the Contractor and/or City shall be forwarded through the City Engineer. Except as otherwise provided in the Contract Documents, the City Engineer will not be responsible for and will not have control or charge of construction means, methods, techniques, or procedures or for safety precautions in connection with the Work. The City Engineer, however, will have authority to reject materials and/or workmanship that do not conform to the requirements of the Contract Documents. The City Engineer will also have the authority to require inspection or testing of the Work.

3.2 ENGINEER’S STATUS:
a. The Engineer will advise the City Engineer concerning decisions on all claims of the Contractor and all other matters relating to the execution and progress of the Work or the interpretation of the Contract Documents. The Engineer will also advise the City Engineer concerning Work that does not conform to the Contract Documents. Whenever, in the Engineer’s opinion, it is necessary or advisable in accordance with the Contract Documents, the Engineer may recommend to the City Engineer inspection or testing of the Work, whether or not such Work is then fabricated, installed or completed.

3.3 INSPECTION AND TESTING OF WORK AND MATERIAL:
a. Quality Assurance Program: All material and workmanship shall be in conformance with the most current City of Willits Quality Assurance Program (QAP), located at the Public Works Departments’ office. The QAP is a sampling and testing program that provides assurance for materials and workmanship in conformance with this Bid Book. b. Source of Supply and Quality of Materials: The Contractor shall furnish all materials required to complete the work, except materials that are designated in the Specifications to be furnished by the City. Only materials conforming to the requirements of the Specifications shall be incorporated in the work.

The materials furnished and used shall be new, except as may be provided elsewhere in these Specifications or the Plans. The materials shall be manufactured, handled, and used in a workmanlike manner to insure completed work in accordance with the Plans and Specifications.

Manufacturers’ warranties, guarantees, instruction sheets and parts lists, which are furnished with certain articles or materials incorporated in the work, shall be delivered to the City Engineer before commencement of the work.
c. Samples and Tests: Sampling and testing shall be the responsibility of the City for all initial materials testing; however, the Contractor will be responsible for any failed tests. All testing shall conform to the City’s QAP and the Plans and Specifications.

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d. At the option of the City Engineer, the source of supply of each of the materials shall be approved by the City Engineer before delivery is started and before such material is used in the work.

Representative preliminary samples of the character and quality prescribed shall be submitted by the Contractor or producer of all materials to be used in the work for testing or examination as desired by the City Engineer.
e. All tests of material furnished by the Contractor shall be made in accordance with commonly recognized standards of national organizations and such special methods and tests as are prescribed in these Specifications and the City’s QAP.
f. The Contractor shall furnish such samples of materials as are requested by the City Engineer, without charge. No material shall be used until it has been approved by the City Engineer.

Samples will be secured and tested whenever necessary to determine the quality of material as required in the City’s QAP.

3.4 SAMPLES FURNISHED BY THE CONTRACTOR:
a. The Contractor must furnish all samples for approval as directed in sufficient time to permit the Designer or City Engineer to examine, approve and select samples before they are required by the progress of the Work. Portions of the Work for which samples are required and for which the Designer or City Engineer has selected samples must be in accordance with such approved samples. Samples must be sent prepaid to the office of the City Engineer or to such place as the City Engineer may direct.

3.5 MATERIALS AND SUBSTITUTIONS:
a. Materials used for the Work must be new and of the quality specified. When not particularly specified, materials must be the best of their class or kind. The Contractor must, if required, submit satisfactory evidence as to the kind and quality of materials. b. Price, fitness and quality being equal, preference should be given by Contractor for supplies grown, manufactured, or produced in the State of California and next to such products partially produced in this State in accordance with Government Code Section 4332. c. If the Contractor submitted complete information to the City Engineer for products proposed as equals in accordance with the bid package, and the City approved such products proposed as equals in writing, the Contractor may either furnish such products approved as equals, or furnish the products listed by manufacturer name, brand or model number in the Technical Specifications or Project Plans. The City retains the right, in its sole discretion, to accept or reject any other proposed substitution. To be considered, proposals concerning products proposed as equals must include sufficient information to permit the City to determine whether the products proposed as equals will satisfy the same performance requirements as products listed by manufacturer’s name, brand or model number. Such performance requirements may include, but are not limited to, size, strength, function, appearance, ease of maintenance and repair, and useful life requirements. If the City does not accept a proposed substitution, the Contractor must furnish the PART I, SECTION 4: CHANGES IN WORK
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product specified in the Technical Specifications or Project Plans for the Contract Price, regardless of whether the product is specified by manufacturer’s name, brand or model number, or otherwise. d. During the performance of the Work, all materials must be neatly stacked, properly protected from the weather and other adverse impacts, and placed so as to avoid interference with efficient progress of the Work, with other activities of the City, or with the use of existing City facilities by the public. All materials must be delivered so as to ensure efficient and uninterrupted progress of the Work. Materials must be stored so as to cause no obstruction and so as to prevent overloading of any portion of the Work. The Contractor will be responsible for damage or loss of materials delivered to and/or stored at the Work site due to weather or other causes. The Contractor must promptly remove from the Work site all materials rejected by the City or its representatives as failing to conform to the requirements of the Contract Documents, whether such non-conforming materials have been incorporated in the Work or not. If the City or its representatives so direct, the Contractor must promptly replace and re-execute Work performed by the Contractor and order the replacement and re-execution of Work performed by subcontractors using non-conforming materials with materials that satisfy the requirements of the Contract Documents without expense to the City. The Contractor will bear the expense of making good all Work destroyed or damaged by such removal. The Contractor will have all of the obligations and the City will have all of the rights and remedies that are specified in Section 10 concerning any failure by the Contractor to replace or re-execute Work using non-conforming materials, and/or to make good all work destroyed or damaged by such removal and/or execution.

3.6 AUDIT AND EXAMINATION OF RECORDS:
a. The City may examine and audit at no additional cost to the City all books, estimates, records, contracts, documents, bid documents, bid cost data, subcontract job cost reports and other Project related data of the Contractor, subcontractors engaged in performance of the Work, and suppliers providing supplies, equipment and other materials required for the Work, including computations and projections related to bidding, negotiating, pricing or performing the Work or contract modifications and other materials concerning the Work, including, but not limited to, Contractor daily logs, in order to evaluate the accuracy, completeness, and currency of cost, pricing, scheduling and any other project related data. The Contractor will make available all such Project related data at all reasonable times for examination, audit, or reproduction at the Contractor’s business office at or near the Work site, and at any other location where such Project related data may be kept until three years after final payment under the Agreement. Pursuant to California Government Code Section 8546.7, if the amount of public funds to be expended is in excess of $10,000, this Agreement shall be subject to the examination and audit of the State Auditor, at the request of the City, or as part of any audit of the City, for a period of three (3) years after final payment under the Agreement.

3.7 ADVERTISING:
a. No advertising signs of any kind may be displayed on the Work site, or on fences, offices, or elsewhere adjacent to the Work site.

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3.8 PROJECT SCHEDULE:
a. As part of the Proposal Packet, the Contractor must submit a schedule showing each task of Work, the sequence of each task, the number of days required to complete each task, and the critical path controlling the completion of the entire Work. The schedule must allow for the completion of the entire Work within the Time for Completion. The Following provisions will apply to the project schedule:
• City Review of Schedule: The City may review the Contractor’s submitted schedule and may note any exceptions. The Contractor must correct any exceptions noted by the City within five (5) calendar days of being notified of the exceptions. • Update of Schedule: After submission of a schedule to which the City has taken no exceptions, the Contractor must submit an updated schedule on a biweekly basis or as otherwise specified by the City until completion of the Work. The updated schedule must show the progress of Work as of the date specified in the updated schedule. • Float: the schedule shall show early and late completion dates for each task. The number of days between these dates will be designated as “float.” The Float will be designated to the Project and will be available to both the City and the Contractor as needed. • Failure to Submit Schedule: If the Contractor fails to submit schedules within the time periods specified in this Section, or submit a schedule to which the City has taken uncorrected exceptions, the City may withhold payments to the Contractor until such schedules are submitted and/or corrected in accordance with the Contract Documents. • Responsibility for Schedule: The Contractor will be solely and exclusively responsibility for creating the schedule and properly updating it. The City may note exceptions to any schedule submitted by the Contractor. However, it the Contractor will be solely responsible for determining the proper method for addressing such exceptions and the City’s review of the schedule will not place scheduling obligation on the City.

3.9 CONSTRUCTION STAKING:
a. Construction Staking: The City of Willits will provide one set of stakes for the following construction items at no additional cost to the contractor:
1) Top of curb grade and alignment stakes at 25’ intervals and at all grade breaks, curb returns, bottom of all ramps, and bottom of all driveway tapers. 2) Curb radius points at corners where possible and necessary. 3) Offset stakes for new storm drain structures and trench alignment. 4) Offset stakes for tree locations.
5) Offset stakes for sewer pipe alignment.
6) Paint marks or hubs for sign locations.
7) Station nails or paint marks at 100’ intervals and geometry points 8) Cutsheets listing stake numbers, elevations, and cut or fill.

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Stakes will be placed at an offset agreed upon by both the contractor and the City Engineer.

Stakes placed in asphalt will be flagged nails with cut or fill dimensions painted on the asphalt next to the stake. Coordination of staking will be agreed upon by the contractor and the City Engineer.

Preservation of stakes and markings is the responsibility of the contractor. Replacement of any stakes damaged or removed by construction activity or any other additional staking will be the responsibility of the Contractor.

Any additional staking desired by the contractor not described above will be the responsibility of the contractor and shall conform to “Contractor Provided Staking" below. b. Contractor Provided Staking:
1) The Contractor shall employ a licensed Land Surveyor or Engineer to perform construction staking. The Contractor will be responsible for coordinating his work with the Surveyor and for all costs associated with construction staking and layout.
2) Contractor shall provide “cutsheets” for the City Engineer to review and use in checking grades. Finished grades shall be within 0.01 feet in elevation and 0.03 feet horizontal layout.
3) Full compensation for Contractor Provided Staking shall be considered as included in the prices paid for the various items of work involved, and no additional allowance will be made therefore.
c. The Contractor may request additional staking by the City at a rate of $150/hour (to be deducted from the project cost by change order) in lieu of employing a private Land Surveyor or Engineer.

The City reserves the right to deny requests for additional staking.

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4.1 CITY DIRECTED CHANGE ORDERS
The City may at any time during the progress of the Work direct any amendments to the Work or any of the Contract Documents, including, but not limited to the Technical Specifications, or Project Plans. Such amendments will in no way void the agreement, but will be applied to amend the Contract Price, if such amendments affect the Contract Price, the Project schedule, or any other provision of the Contract Documents based on a fair and reasonable valuation of the amendment in accordance with this Section 4.

4.2 WRITING REQUIREMENT:
a. Change orders and other amendments to the Technical Specifications, the Project Plans, or other Contract Documents may be made only by a writing executed by authorized representatives of the City and the Contractor.

4.3 CONTRACTOR PROPOSED CHANGE ORDERS:
a. Unless the City and the Contractor otherwise agree, change order proposals submitted by the Contractor must be submitted to the City no later than the time of the proposed change.

4.4 ALL CHANGE ORDERS:
a. All change order proposals must be submitted on completed City Change Order forms. All such change order proposals must itemize all cost impacts of the proposed change order and include a total price for that change order and the amended Contract Price that would become effective upon execution of the change order. All change order proposals must specify any change in the Project schedule, or in any project milestone including, but not limited to, the Time for Completion, under the change order. It is understood that change orders that do not specify a change in any milestone, including, but not limited to, the Time for Completion, may be accomplished by the Time for Completion then in effect.

4.5 CHANGE ORDER PRICING:
a. Change order pricing will be governed by the following:
• Unit prices specified in the Contract Documents will apply to cost impacts involving items for which the Contract Documents specify unit prices.
• Cost impacts involving items for which no unit prices are specified will be calculated in accordance with Section 9-1.03 “Force Account Payment” of the State Standard Specifications.

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4.6 LIABILITY UNDER UN-APPROVED CHANGE ORDERS:
a. The Contractor will be solely responsible for any and all losses, costs, or liabilities of any kind incurred by the Contractor, any subcontractor engaged in the performance of the Work, any party supplying material or equipment for the Work or any third party that are incurred pursuant to Contractor-proposed change orders prior to issuance of an approved change order executed in accordance with this Section 4. The Contractor will have all of the obligations and the City will have all of the rights and remedies that are specified in Section 10 concerning any work or resulting losses, costs, or liabilities pursuant to a Contractor proposed change order before issuance of an approved change order executed in accordance with this Section 4.

4.7 CHANGES SUBJECT TO CONTRACT DOCUMENTS:
a. Any changes in the Work and/or the Contract Documents pursuant to change orders and any other amendments issued in accordance with the Contract Documents, including this Section 4, will in all respects be subject to all provisions of the Contract Documents, including, but not limited to, the Technical Specifications and the Project Plans, except as modified by such change orders or amendments.

4.8 CHANGE ORDER DISPUTES:
a. Disputed City Directed Change Orders: If the Contractor disputes a City directed change order following a reasonable effort by the and the Contractor to resolve the dispute including, at a minimum, a meeting between appropriate representatives of the Contractor and the City, the Contractor must commence performing the Work consistent with the disputed change order within five (5) working days of the last meeting between representatives of the Contractor and the City to resolve the dispute, or within the time specified in the disputed City directed change order, whichever is later. In performing Work consistent with a disputed City-directed change order pursuant to this provision the Contractor will have all of the Contractor’s rights concerning claims pursuant to the Contract Documents and applicable law.
b. Disputed Contractor Proposed Change Orders: If the City disputes a Contractor proposed change order, the City and the Contractor will use reasonable efforts to resolve the dispute including, at a minimum, holding a meeting between appropriate representatives of the Contractor and the City. Regardless of and throughout any such efforts to resolve the dispute the Contractor must continue performing the Work irrespective of and unmodified by the disputed change order.

In continuing to perform the Work, the Contractor will retain all of the Contractor’s rights under contract or law pertaining to resolution of disputes and protests between contracting parties.

Disputes between the City and the Contractor concerning any Contractor-proposed change order or other amendment do not excuse the Contractor’s obligation to perform the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents excluding such Contractor-proposed change order or other amendment by the Time for Completion or waive any other Project milestone or other requirement of the Contract Documents.

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5.1 WORK SITE OFFICES:
a. Any Work site office facilities used by the Contractor and/or its privities must conform to all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations. The cost of such Work site office facilities shall be paid from and included in the Contract Price. The Work site office facilities shall be the headquarters of a representative authorized to receive drawings, and any such thing given to the said representative or delivered at Contractor’s office at the site of work in Contractor’s absence shall be deemed to have been given to Contractor.

5.2 CITY RIGHTS OF ACCESS AND OWNERSHIP:
a. The City and its authorized representatives will at all reasonable times while such office facilities are located at the Work site (including, at a minimum, all times during which the Work is performed), have access to any such Work site office facilities used by the Contractor and/or its privities. With respect to the right of access of the City and its authorized representatives, neither the Contractor nor its privities shall have a reasonable expectation of privacy pursuant to the Fourth Amendment to the Unites States Constitution or other applicable law concerning such Work site office facilities used by the Contractor and/or its privities. Without exception, any and all Project related materials located at such Work site facilities will be deemed at all times to be City property subject to inspection and copying by the City and its authorized representatives at all reasonable times while such facilities are located at the Work site (including, at a minimum, all times during which the Work is performed). Any interference by the Contractor or its privities with the City’s rights of access and/or ownership pursuant to this Section 5 will constitute a material breach of the Agreement subject to any and all remedies available pursuant to the Contract Documents and at law and equity.

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6.1 LIQUIDATED DAMAGES:
a. Time is of the essence in the Agreement. The contract time for this project is 45 calendar days for the entire project. The City and the Contractor agree that it will be difficult and/or impossible to determine the actual damage which the City will sustain in the event of the Contractor’s failure to fully perform the Work or to fully perform all of the Contractor’s obligations that have accrued pursuant to the Agreement by the Time for Completion. Accordingly, the City and the Contractor agree in accordance with California Government Code Section 53069.85 that the Contractor will forfeit and pay to the City liquidated damages in the sum of $2,000 per day for each and every calendar day completion of the Work and/or performance of all of the Contractor’s obligations that have accrued pursuant to the Agreement is delayed beyond the stated Times for Completion. The City and the Contractor further agree in accordance with California Government Code Section 53069.85 that the liquidated damages sum specified in this provision is not manifestly unreasonable under the circumstances existing at the time the Agreement was made, and that the City may deduct liquidated damages sums in accordance with this provision from any payments due or that may become due the Contractor under the Agreement.

6.2 NO DAMAGE FOR DELAY BEYOND CITY AND CONTRACTOR CONTROL:
a. The Contractor will not be held responsible for delays in performance of the Work caused by delay beyond the control of both City and Contractor, such as by strikes, lockouts, or labor disturbances that are not within the control of the contractor to resolve, lack or failure of transportation, or acts of other government entities. This provision will not apply where the delay would not have occurred but for a previous contractor caused delay in the prosecution of the Work. The City will not be liable to the Contractor, any subcontractor or other entity engaged in the performance of the Work, any supplier, or any other person or organization, or to any surety or employee or agent of any of them, for damages arising out of or resulting from (i) delays beyond the control of the City and the Contractor including but not limited to fires, floods, epidemics, abnormal weather conditions, earthquakes and acts of God or acts or neglect by utility owners or other contractors performing other work, or (ii) delays caused by the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, or volunteers, which delays are reasonable under the circumstances involved and/or are within the contemplation of the City and the Contractor. An extension of the Time for Performance in an amount equal to the time loss due to such delay(s) will be the Contractor's sole and exclusive remedy for such delay(s).

6.3 NO DAMAGE FOR CONTRACTOR CAUSED DELAY:
a. Contractor shall not be entitled to additional compensation for extended field or home office overhead, field supervision, costs of capital, interest, escalation charges, acceleration costs or other impacts for any delays to the extent such delays are caused by the failure of the Contractor or any subcontractor or other entity engaged in performance of the Work to perform the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents. Contractor may be eligible for additional compensation in excess of the Contract Price for delays caused by the City and/or its privities.

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6.4 NO DAMAGE FOR OTHER DELAY:
a. Contractor will not be entitled to damages for delay to the Work caused by the following, which the City and Contractor agree will be deemed for purposes of California Public Contract Code Section 7102 either not caused by the City, and/or within the contemplation of the City and the Contractor, and/or reasonable under the circumstances:
• Exercise of the City’s right to sequence the Work in a manner that would avoid disruption to the City and other contractors based on: the failure of the Contractor or any subcontractor or other entity engaged in the performance of the Work to perform the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents, enforcement by the City or any other governmental agency of competent jurisdiction of any government act or regulation, or enforcement by the City of any provisions of the Agreement.
• Requests for clarification or information concerning the Contract Documents or proposed change orders or modifications to the Contract Documents, including extensive and/or numerous such requests for clarification or information or proposed change orders or modifications, provided such clarifications or information or proposed change orders or modifications are processed by the City or its representatives in a reasonable time in accordance with the Contract Documents.

6.5 DELAYS CAUSED BY THE CITY AND/OR ITS PRIVITIES:
a. Either the City or the Contractor may propose a change in the Time for Completion for delays that are purported to be caused by the City and/or its privities and that are not reasonable under the circumstances involved and/or that are not within the contemplation of the City and the Contractor.

Such proposed changes in the Time for Completion will constitute change order proposals subject to Section 4. In accordance with Section 4, the City and the Contractor may agree upon pricing for the cost impacts, if any, resulting from such delays. If such pricing is in anticipation of cost impacts that may, but have not yet occurred, the City will be obligated to pay the Contractor for such anticipated impacts in accordance with the Agreement and any applicable, approved change orders only to the extent the Contractor actually incurs the anticipated cost impacts.

Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in Section 4, the City and the Contractor may agree to a daily rate or cap or lump sum that will apply to the cost impacts, if any, resulting from delay purportedly caused by the City and/or its privities subject to this provision. However, if such daily rate or cap or lump sum is in anticipation of cost impacts that have not yet occurred, the City will be obligated to pay such daily rate or cap or lump sum only to the extent the Contractor actually incurs such cost impacts.

6.6 WEATHER DELAYS:
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the record station that is nearest or most applicable to the Work site. Extensions of the Time for Completion for delays due to adverse weather will be allowed only if the number of rain days exceeds those that can be anticipated based on the NOAA data and the Contractor can verify to the City’s reasonable satisfaction that such adverse weather caused actual delay in the timely completion of the Work. No extensions of the Time for Completion will be granted for rain days that exceed those that can be anticipated based on the NOAA data and that merely result in delays that do not or would not, themselves, result in failure to complete the Work by the Time for Completion.

6.7 DELAY CLAIMS:
a. Whenever the Contractor claims a delay for which the Time for Completion may be extended, the Contractor must request an extension of time within five (5) days of the start of the delay. The request must be in writing and describe in detail the cause for the delay, and, if possible, the foreseeable extent of the delay.

6.8 CONTRACTOR COORDINATION OF THE WORK:
a. The City reserves the right to do other work in connection with or in the vicinity of the Project by contract or otherwise, and Contractor shall at all times conduct the Work so as to impose no hardship on the City, others engaged in the Work or other contractors working at the Work site.

The Contractor will adjust, correct and coordinate the Work with the work of others so that no delays result in the Work or other work at or near the Work site. b. If any part of the Work depends for proper execution or results upon the work of the City or any other contractor, the Contractor will, before proceeding with such Work, promptly report to the City any apparent discrepancies or defects in such other Work. Failure of the Contractor to promptly report any apparent discrepancy or defect will be deemed an acceptance of the City’s or other contractor's Work as fit and proper.
c. The Contractor will anticipate the relations of the various trades to the progress of the Work and will ensure that required anchorage or blocking is furnished and set at proper times. Anchorage and blocking necessary for each trade shall be part of the Work except where stated otherwise. d. The Contractor will provide proper facilities at all times for access of the City, Designer, and other authorized City representatives to conveniently examine and inspect the Work.

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7.1 ELIGIBILITY:
a. By executing the Agreement, the Contractor certifies that the Contractor is not ineligible to perform work on public works projects pursuant to California Labor Code Sections 1777.1 or 1777.7. In accordance with California Public Contract Code Section 6109(a), contractors who are ineligible to perform work on public works projects pursuant to California Labor Code Sections 1777.1 or 1777.7 may neither bid on, be awarded or perform the Work. To the full extent permitted by law the Contractor shall hold harmless and indemnify the City from and against any and all damages, costs, and liability arising from or as a consequence of any violation of Public Contract Code Section 6109.

7.2 LEGAL ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR:
a. Both the address given in the proposal and Contractor’s office in the vicinity of the work are hereby designated as places to either of which drawings, samples, notices, letters or other articles or communications to Contractor may be mailed or delivered. The delivery at either of these places of any such thing from the City or its agents to Contractor shall be deemed sufficient service thereof upon Contractor, and the date of such service shall be the date of such delivery. The address named in the proposal may be changed at any time by notice in writing from the Contractor to the City. Nothing herein contained shall be deemed to preclude or render inoperative the service of any drawing, sample, notice, letter or other article or communication to or upon Contractor personally.

7.3 SUPERVISION OF THE WORK:
a. The Contractor will be solely responsible for the performance of the Work, including portions of the Work to be performed by subcontractors. The Contractor is charged with ensuring that all orders or instructions from the City, City Engineer, or Designer are disseminated to and followed by all subcontractors engaged in performance of the Work. The Contractor will supervise the Work using the Contractor’s best skill and attention. At any time during the progress of the Work, the City, the City Engineer, or the Designer may require the Contractor and/or subcontractors engaged in performance of the Work to attend a project meeting and the Contractor will attend, and ensure the attendance of any subcontractors whose attendance is required by the City and/or advisable in light of the matters to be addressed at the meeting.

7.4 CONTRACTOR'S SUPERINTENDENT:
a. The Contractor will keep on the Work, throughout its progress, a competent superintendent, and any necessary assistants, all satisfactory to the City. The superintendent shall be available at the job site and have the authority to negotiate change orders. The superintendent may not be changed without the consent of the City. The superintendent will represent the Contractor and all directions given by the City to the superintendent will bind the Contractor in accordance with the Agreement. Superintendent time included in Contractor’s completed bid schedule and/or in approved change orders, if any, must be included in Contractor’s approved overhead rate and may not be charged as a direct cost.

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7.5 COMPETENT EMPLOYEES:
a. The Contractor must at all times enforce strict discipline and good order among the Contractor’s employees and may not employ on the Work any unfit person or anyone not skilled in the Work assigned, or anyone incompetent or unfit for the duties of that person. When the City determines that a Contractor employee does not satisfy the requirements of this provision, upon notice from the City, the Contractor must ensure that employee performs no further Work and is no longer present at the Work site. Any such Contractor employee may not again be employed on the Work without City approval.

7.6 ITEMS NECESSARY FOR PROPER COMPLETION OF THE WORK:
a. Except as otherwise noted in the Contract Documents, the Contractor will provide and pay for all labor, materials, equipment, permits, fees, licenses, facilities and services necessary for the proper execution and timely completion of the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents.

7.7 CONSTRUCTION REPORTS:
a. The Contractor must submit daily construction logs detailing the daily progress of the Work to the City Engineer on a weekly basis, if required by the City Engineer.

7.8 SUBCONTRACTING:
a. By executing the Agreement, the Contractor certifies that no subcontractor included on the list of proposed subcontractors submitted with the Contractor’s bid is ineligible to perform work on public works projects pursuant to California Labor Code Sections 1777.1 or 1777.7. In accordance with California Public Contract Code Section 6109(a), subcontractors who are ineligible to perform work on public works projects pursuant to California Labor Code Sections 1777.1 or 1777.7 may neither bid on, be awarded or perform as a subcontractor on the Work. In accordance with California Public Contract Code Section 6109(b), any contract on a public works project entered into between a contractor and a debarred subcontractor is void as a matter of law. The Contractor will ensure that no debarred subcontractor receives any public money for performing the Work, and any public money that may have been paid to a debarred subcontractor for the Work is returned to the City. The Contractor will be responsible for payment of wages to workers of a debarred subcontractor who has been allowed to perform the Work. b. The Agreement and the performance of the Work are subject to the requirements of the Subletting and Subcontracting Fair Practices Act codified at California Public Contract Code Section 4100 and following. If the Contractor fails to specify a subcontractor or specifies more than one subcontractor for the same portion of the Work in excess of one-half of 1 percent of the Contractor’s total bid, the Contractor agrees that the Contractor is fully qualified to perform that portion of the Work with the Contractor’s own forces, and that the Contractor will perform that portion of the Work with the Contractor’s own forces. If after award of the Agreement the Contractor subcontracts, except as provided for in California Public Contract Code Sections 4107 or 4109, any such portion of the Work, the Contractor will be subject to the penalties set forth in PART I, SECTION 7: CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES
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California Public Contract Code Sections 4110 and 4111, including cancellation of the Agreement, assessment of a penalty of up to 10 percent of the amount of the subcontract, and disciplinary action by the Contractors State License Board.
c. No contractual relationship exists between the City and any subcontractor engaged in performance of the Work, and no action may be brought by any subcontractor against City based on this contract.
d. Incorporation of Contract Documents: The Contractor must incorporate the Contract Documents in each contract with a subcontractor engaged in the performance of the Work. • The Contractor will be solely responsible for any delay or additional costs incurred as a result of its failure to provide adequate or accurate project information to a subcontractor that results in improper submittals and/or work, or time or other impacts is the sole responsibility of the Contractor.
• The Contractor will have all of the obligations and the City will have all of the remedies that are specified in Section 10.
e. Coordination of Subcontract Work: The Contractor is responsible for scheduling the Work of subcontractors so as to avoid delay or injury to either Work or materials.

7.9 INSURANCE:
a. All required insurance shall be provided in the form of “per occurrence” type policies underwritten by admitted insurers in the State of California with a rating of A or better from the current year Best Rating Guide. All policies must be issued at the expense of the Contractor and must be maintained at the Contractor’s expense throughout the performance of the Work. b. The Contractor and any subcontractors engaged in performance of the Work must secure payment of workers compensation in accordance with California Labor Code Section 3700 and other applicable law. The Contractor must verify that all Subcontractors comply with this requirement.
c. Within fourteen (14) calendar days following Notice of Award the Contractor must submit to the City along with executed copies of all other documents specified in the Award Book. Insurance Certificates of insurance and endorsements evidencing that the Contractor has in effect and will maintain throughout the performance of the Work the following kinds and amounts of insurance:
• Worker’s Compensation Insurance: Workers Compensation and Employers Liability insurance as required by any applicable law, regulation, or statute, including the provisions of Division IV of the Labor Code of the State of California, and any act or acts amending it.

Such insurance must cover the full liability of the Contractor. The Contractor’s Employer’s Liability Insurance must be in an amount no less than $1,000,000.00 per claim.

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• Commercial General Liability and Automobile Liability Insurance: Coverage for liability because of Bodily Injury and property Damage including, but not limited to the following coverage:
 Ongoing Operations
 Completed Operations and Products Liability
 Bodily Injury
 Personal Injury
 Broad Form Property Damage Liability
 Contractual Liability insuring the obligations assumed by the Contractor under the Contract Documents
 Automobile Liability, including owned, non-owned and hired automobiles  Coverage for the XCU hazards of Explosion, Collapse and Underground  Cross Liability Clause (or equivalent wording)
d. The limits of the insurance required will be at least:
• Comprehensive General Liability
Bodily Injury Liability: $2,000,000 ea. occurrence
$2,000,000 ea. aggregate or 2 x per
occurrence
Property Damage Liability: $2,000,000 ea. occurrence
$2,000,000 ea. aggregate
• Comprehensive Automobile Liability
Bodily Injury Liability: $2,000,000 ea. person
$2,000,000 ea. occurrence
Property Damage Liability: $2,000,000 ea. occurrence
Commercial Umbrella Policy: $2,000,000
• Commercial Umbrella Policy: The insurance carrier may require that the contractor obtain an umbrella policy. This policy is to insure losses above and beyond the General liability, Employers liability, and auto liability limits.
e. The insurance furnished by the Contractor must be primary and non-contributory and in the amount of any loss.
f. For each insurance policy required under the Agreement, the Contractor must provide endorsements that add the City as an additional insured. Such endorsements must: provide that the insurance required to be furnished by the Contractor will be primary as regards the City, and that the City’s insurance will be excess of and not contribute to the insurance required to be furnished by the Contractor; that the City will receive 30 day written notice of any reduction or PART I, SECTION 7: CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES
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cancellation of such insurance required to be furnished by the Contractor; and include a severability of interest clause acceptable to the City. Said endorsement shall be at least as broad as Insurance Services Office form number CG2010 (Ed. 11/85).

7.10 INDEMNITIES:
a. The Contractor will take all responsibility for the Work, and will bear all losses and damages directly or indirectly resulting to the Contractor, any subcontractors engaged in performance of the Work, the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, volunteers and consultants, and to third parties on account of the performance or character of the Work, unforeseen difficulties, accidents, or occurrences of other causes predicated on active or passive negligence of the Contractor or of any subcontractor engaged in performance of the Work. To the fullest extent permitted by law the Contractor will indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, volunteers and consultants from and against any or all loss, liability, expense, claims, costs (including costs of defense), suits, and damages of every kind, nature and description (including, but not limited to, penalties resulting from exposure to hazards in violation of the California Labor Code) directly or indirectly arising from the performance of the Work (“Claims”). b. The Contractor will indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City, the City’s officials, officers, employees, volunteers, agents and the City Engineer and Designer for all liability on account of any patent rights, copyrights, trade names or other intellectual property rights that may apply to the Contractor’s performance of the Work. The Contractor will pay all royalties or other charges as a result of intellectual property rights that may apply to methods, types of construction, processes, materials, or equipment used in the performance of the Work, and will furnish written assurance satisfactory to the City that any such charges have been paid. c. The Contractor assumes all liability for any accident or accidents resulting to any person or property as a result of inadequate protective devices for the prevention of accidents in connection with the performance of the Work. The Contractor will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the City and its officials, officers, employees, agents, volunteers and consultants from such liability. d. Approval of the Contractor’s certificates of insurance and/or endorsements does not relieve the Contractor of liability under Sections 8-1.08 or 8-1.09 of the State Standard Specifications. The Contractor will defend, with legal counsel reasonably acceptable to the City, any action or actions filed in connection with any Claims and will pay all related costs and expenses, including attorney's fees incurred. The Contractor will promptly pay any judgment rendered against the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, volunteers, or consultants for any Claims. In the event the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, volunteers or consultants is made a party to any action or proceeding filed or prosecuted against Contractor for any Claims, Contractor agrees to pay the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, volunteers and consultants any and all costs and expenses incurred in such action or proceeding, including but not limited to, reasonable attorneys' fees.
e. In accordance with California Civil Code Section 2782(a), nothing in the Agreement will be construed to indemnify the City for its sole negligence, willful misconduct, or for defects in design furnished by City. In accordance with California Civil Code Section 2782(b), nothing in the PART I, SECTION 7: CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES
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Agreement will be construed to impose on the Contractor or to relieve the City from liability for the City’s active negligence. By execution of the Contract Documents the Contractor acknowledges and agrees that the Contractor has read and understands the insurance and indemnity requirements of the Contract Documents, which are material elements of consideration.

7.11 LICENSES/PERMITS:
a. The Contractor must, without additional expense to the City, obtain all business licenses, permits and other approvals required for the performance of the Work.

7.12 PRESERVATION OF STAKES AND MARKS:
a. The Contractor shall preserve carefully benchmarks, reference points, and stakes, and in case of willful or careless destruction the Contractor will be charged with the resulting expense of replacement and shall be responsible for any mistakes that may be caused by their unnecessary loss or disturbance.

7.13 ASSISTANCE TO ENGINEER:
a. At the request of the Engineer, the Contractor shall provide people from the Contractor’s force and tools, stakes and other materials to assist the Engineer temporarily in making measurements and surveys and in establishing temporary or permanent reference marks. Payment for such materials and assistance shall be considered as included in the contract prices paid for the various items of work. The cost of setting stakes and marks carelessly lost or destroyed by the Contractor’s employees will be assessed to the Contractor.

7.14 PROOF OF COMPLIANCE WITH CONTRACT:
a. In order that the City Engineer may determine whether the Contractor has complied with the requirements of this contract, not readily enforceable through inspection and tests of the work and materials, the Contractor shall, at any time when requested, submit to the City Engineer properly authenticated documents or other satisfactory proofs as to the Contractor’s compliance with such requirements.

7.15 CALIFORNIA LABOR CODE REQUIREMENTS:
a. In accordance with California Labor Code Section 1810, eight (8) hours of labor in performance of the Work shall constitute a legal day’s work under the Agreement. b. In accordance with California Labor Code Section 1811, the time of service of any worker employed in performance of the Work is limited to eight hours during any one calendar day, and forty hours during any one calendar week, except in accordance with California Labor Code Section 1815, which provides that work in excess of eight hours during any one calendar day and PART I, SECTION 7: CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES
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forty hours during any one calendar week is permitted upon compensation for all hours worked in excess of eight hours during any one calendar day and forty hours during any one calendar week at not less than one-and-one-half times the basic rate of pay. c. In accordance with California Labor Code Section 1773.2, the City has determined the general prevailing wages in the locality in which the Work is to be performed for each craft or type of work needed to be as published by the State of California Department of Industrial Relations, Division of Labor Statistics and Research, a copy of which is on file in the Public Works Department and shall be made available on request. The Contractor and subcontractors engaged in the performance of the Work shall pay no less than these rates to all persons engaged in performance of the Work. d. In accordance with California Labor Code Section 1775, the Contractor and any subcontractors engaged in performance of the Work must comply with Labor Code Section 1775, which establishes a penalty of up to $50 per day for each worker engaged in the performance of the Work that the Contractor or any subcontractor pays less than the specified prevailing wage. The amount of such penalty shall be determined by the Labor Commissioner. The Contractor or subcontractor shall pay the difference between the prevailing wage rates and the amount paid to each worker for each working day or portion thereof for which each worker was paid less than the prevailing wage rate. If a subcontractor worker engaged in performance of the Work is not paid the general prevailing per diem wages by the subcontractor, the Contractor is not liable for any penalties therefor unless the Contractor had knowledge of that failure or unless the Contractor fails to comply with all of the following requirements:
• The contract executed between the Contractor and the subcontractor for the performance of part of the Work must include a copy of the provisions of California Labor Code Sections 1771, 1775, 1776, 1777.5, 1813, and 1815.
• The Contractor must monitor payment of the specified general prevailing rate of per diem wages by the subcontractor by periodic review of the subcontractor’s certified payroll records.
• Upon becoming aware of a subcontractor’s failure to pay the specified prevailing rate of wages, the Contractor must diligently take corrective action to halt or rectify the failure, including, but not limited to, retaining sufficient funds due the subcontractor for performance of the Work.
• Prior to making final payment to the subcontractor, the Contractor must obtain an affidavit signed under penalty of perjury from the subcontractor that the subcontractor has paid the specified general prevailing rate of per diem wages employees engaged in the performance of the Work and any amounts due pursuant to California Labor Code Section 1813. • In accordance with California Labor Code Section 1776, the Contractor and each subcontractor engaged in performance of the Work, must keep accurate payroll records showing the name, address, social security number, work classification, straight time and overtime hours worked each day and week, and the actual per diem wages paid to each journeyman, apprentice, worker, or other employee employed in performance of the Work.

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Each payroll record must contain or be verified by a written declaration that it is made under penalty of perjury, stating that the information contained in the payroll record is true and correct and that the employer has complied with the requirements of Sections 1771, 1811, and 1815 for any work performed by the employer’s employees on the public works project.

The payroll records required pursuant to California Labor Code Section 1776 must be certified and must be available for inspection by the City and its authorized representatives, the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement, and the Division of Apprenticeship Standards of the Department of Industrial Relations and must otherwise be available for inspection in accordance with California Labor Code Section 1776.
• In accordance with California Labor Code Section 1777.5, the Contractor, on behalf of the Contractor and any subcontractors engaged in performance of the Work, will be responsible for ensuring compliance with California Labor Code Section 1777.5 governing employment and payment of apprentices on public works contracts.
• In case it becomes necessary for the Contractor or any subcontractor engaged in performance of the Work to employ on the Work any person in a trade or occupation (except executive, supervisory, administrative, clerical, or other non-manual workers as such) for which no minimum wage rate has been determined by the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations, the Contractor must pay the minimum rate of wages specified therein for the classification which most nearly corresponds to Work to be performed by that person. The minimum rate thus furnished will be applicable as a minimum for such trade or occupation from the time of the initial employment of the person affected and during the continuance of such employment.

7.16 LAWS AND ORDINANCES:
a. The Contractor and all subcontractors engaged in the performance of the Work must conform to the following specific rules and regulations as well as all other laws, ordinances, rules and regulations that apply to the Work. Nothing in the Technical Specifications or Project Plans is to be construed to permit Work not conforming to these codes:
• National Electrical Safety Code, U. S. Department of Commerce • National Board of Fire Underwriters' Regulations
• California Building Standards Code as adopted by the City • Manual of Accident Prevention in Construction, latest edition, published by • A.G.C. of America
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• Regulations of the State Fire Marshall (Title 19, California Code of Regulation) and Applicable Local Fire Safety Codes
• Labor Code of the State of California - Division 2, Part 7, Public Works and Public Agencies.

7.17 CLEANING UP:
a. The Contractor shall not allow the site of the work to become littered with trash and waste material, but shall maintain the same in a neat and orderly condition throughout the construction period.

The City Engineer shall have the right to determine what is or is not waste material or rubbish and the place and manner of disposal.

7.18 GUARANTY:
a. The Contractor guarantees all of the Work for two years from the date the City accepts the Work.

Upon receiving written notice of a need for repairs which are directly attributable to defective materials or workmanship the Contractor must make good any defects arising or discovered in any part of the Work by diligently commencing the necessary repairs within seven (7) days from the date of notice from the City. If the Contractor fails to make good any defects in the Work in accordance with this provision, in addition to any other available remedy under the contract or at law or equity, the City may make good or have made good such defects in the Work and deduct the cost from amounts that may be due or become due the Contractor, and/or call on the Contractor’s defective material and workmanship bond for the cost of making good such defects and for the City’s reasonable legal costs, if any, of recovering against the bond. The Contractor will remain responsible for repairing any Work found to be defective regardless of when such defect is discovered by the City.

7.19 SAFETY:
a. In accordance with generally accepted construction practices and applicable law, the Contractor will be solely and completely responsible for conditions of the Work site, including safety of all persons and property during performance of the Work. This requirement will apply continuously and not be limited to normal working hours. For purposes of California Labor Code Section 6400 and related provisions of law, the Contractor and the Contractor’s privities and any other entities engaged in the performance of the Work will be “employers” responsible for furnishing employment and a place of employment that is safe and healthful for the employees, if any, of such entities engaged in the performance of the Work. Neither the City nor its officials, officers, employees, agents, volunteers or consultants will be “employers” pursuant to California Labor Code Section 6400 and related provisions of law with respect to the Contractor, the Contractor’s privities or other entities engaged in the performance of the Work. b. Review and inspection by the City, the City Engineer, the Designer or Engineer, and/or other representatives of the City of the Contractor's performance of the Work will not constitute review of the adequacy of the Contractor's safety measures in, on, or near the Work site. Such reviews and inspections do not relieve the Contractor of any of the Contractor’s obligations under the Contract PART I, SECTION 7: CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES
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Documents and applicable law to ensure that the Work site is maintained and the Work is performed in a safe manner.
c. The Contractor will be solely responsible for the implementation and maintenance of safety programs to ensure that the Work site is maintained and the Work is performed in a safe manner in accordance with the Contract Documents and applicable law. d. Within fourteen (14) calendar days following Notice of Award the Contractor must submit to the City a copy of the Contractor’s Safety Plan.
e. The Contractor must furnish and place proper guards and systems for the prevention of accidents, including, but not limited to, those systems required pursuant to Title 8, Section 1670 and following of the California Code of Regulations concerning safety belts and nets. The Contractor must provide and maintain any other necessary systems or devices required to secure safety of life or property at the Work site in accordance with accepted standards of the industry and applicable law. The Contractor must maintain during all night hours sufficient lights to prevent accident or damage to life or property.

7.20 ASSIGNMENT OF UNFAIR BUSINESS PRACTICE CLAIMS:
a. In accordance with California Public Contract Code Section 7103.5, the Contractor and any subcontractors offer and agree to assign to the City all rights, title, and interest in and to all causes of action the Contractor or any subcontractors may have under Section 4 of the Clayton Act (15 U.S.C. § 15) or under the Cartwright Act (Chapter 2 (commencing with § 16700) of Part 2 of Division 7 of the Business and Professions Code), arising from purchases of goods, services or materials pursuant to this contract. This assignment shall be made and become effective at the time the City tenders final payment to the Contractor, without further acknowledgement by the parties.

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8.1 DESCRIPTION:
a. For Measurement and Payment details for individual bid items, see Part II. Technical Specifications of these Specifications. The Contractor’s prices shall reflect all of the work and materials described in the technical this section and specifications. Payment of all the following items shall be for actual materials installed on the job and for actual work accomplished.

8.2 PAYMENT:
a. By the 20th calendar day of each month, or prior to this date if the 20th falls on a weekend or holiday, Contractor will submit to the City Engineer a verified application for payment and schedule of values supported by a statement showing all materials actually installed during the preceding month and the cost of labor actually expended in the performance of the Work. Unless otherwise provided in the Contract Documents, no allowances or payments will be made for material or equipment not placed at the Work site.
b. To be eligible for payment the Contractor’s applications for payment must include certified payroll reports prepared in accordance with California Labor Code Section 1776 and the Agreement for each employee of the Contractor and any subcontractors engaged in the performance of the Work during the preceding months. Applications for payment will not be processed without certified payroll reports.
c. In accordance with California Public Contract Code Section 20104.50, the City will review applications for payment as soon as practicable after receipt. Any application or part of an application that is determined to be improper will be returned to the Contractor as soon as practicable, but no later than ten (10) calendar days after receipt by the City, along with a written description of the reasons why the application is improper. The Contractor’s failure to submit a schedule in the time specified in Section 3, or its submission of a schedule to which the City has taken any uncorrected exception, shall serve as a basis for returning an application for payment in its entirety.
d. Unless the Contractor has elected to post securities in lieu of retention in accordance with California Public Contract Code Section 22300 and the Agreement, and the Contractor and the City have executed an escrow agreement in accordance with the Public Contract Code and the Agreement, the City will make progress payments to the Contractor in accordance with applicable law in the amount of ninety-five (95%) percent of the value of the labor actually performed and the material incorporated in the Work as specified in Contractor’s verified application for payment upon approval by the City’s authorized representative(s). Payment of progress payments will not be construed as acceptance of the Work performed. If the Contractor has elected to post securities in lieu of retention in accordance with Public Contract Code Section 22300 and the Agreement and the Contractor and the City have executed an escrow agreement in accordance with the Public Contract Code and the Agreement, the City will make payments to the Contractor or the Contractor’s escrow agent in accordance with such escrow agreement. e. The City will pay the Contractor’s final invoice in accordance with applicable law and this Section 11 following acceptance of the Work provided that:

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• The Contractor has furnished evidence satisfactory to the City that all claims for labor and material have been paid, or the time for filing valid stop notices has passed and no stop notices have been filed, or all stop notices filed have been released by valid release or release bond acceptable to the City.
• No claim has been presented to the City by any person based upon any acts or omissions of the Contractor or any subcontractor engaged in the performance of the Work. • No other claim or dispute exists under the Agreement or applicable law concerning payment of the Contractor’s final invoice and/or release of the Agreement retention. • The Contractor has filed with the City the Defective Material and Workmanship Bond with duly notarized signatures of an authorized representative of the Contractor and an attorneyin-fact of an admitted surety insurer acceptable to the City and such Defective Material and Workmanship Bond binds the Contractor as Principal and the Surety in accordance with its terms in the amount of 5% of the final Contract Price.
• In accordance with California Public Contract Code Section 20104.50, if the City fails to make a progress payment within thirty (30) days of receipt of an undisputed, properly submitted application for payment, the City will pay the Contractor interest equivalent to the legal rate set forth in subdivision (a) of California Code of Civil Procedure Section 685.010.

The number of days available to the City to make a payment without incurring an interest obligation pursuant to this provision and California Public Contract Code Section 20104.50 will be reduced by the number of days, if any, by which the City has delayed return of an application for payment beyond the seven day return requirement set forth in Section 9.2.5 of the State Standard Specifications.

8.3 NON-ALLOWABLE DIRECT CHARGES:
a. The following costs are not allowable direct charges under the Agreement. These costs may only be paid under the Agreement, if at all, as part of any allowance for contractor overhead and/or profit established under the Agreement:
• Labor costs in excess of applicable prevailing wages pursuant to the Agreement and applicable law, liability and workers compensation insurance, social security, retirement and unemployment insurance and other employee compensation and benefits pursuant to bona fide compensation plans in effect at the time specified for the opening of Project bids for contractor and subcontractor employees engaged in the performance of the Work.

However, in no event will allowable direct labor charges under the agreement include employee bonuses, employee vehicles or vehicle allowances, employee telephones or telephone allowances, or employee housing or housing allowances, whether or not such benefits are part of a bona fide compensation plan in effect at the time specified for the opening of Project bids.

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 Superintendent labor and clerical labor.
 Bond premiums
 Insurance in excess of that required under Section 7.9  Utility costs
 Work Site office expenses
 Home office expenses.

8.4 RETENTION:
a. The City or its agent may, in accordance with the Contract Documents and applicable law, withhold any payment of monies due or that may become due the Contractor because of:
• Defective work not remedied or uncompleted work
• Claims filed or reasonable evidence indicating probable filing of claims • Failure to properly pay subcontractors or to pay for material or labor • Reasonable doubt that the Work can be completed for the balance then unpaid • Damage to another contractor
• Damage to the City
• Damage to a third party
• Delay in the progress of the work, which, in the City’s judgment, is due to the failure of the Contractor to properly expedite the Work
• Liquidated damages or other charges that apply to the Contractor under the Agreement • Any other lawful basis for withholding payment under the contract

8.5 SECURITIES IN LIEU OF RETENTION:
a. In accordance with Public Contract Code Section 22300, except where federal regulations or polices do not permit substitution of securities, the Contractor may substitute securities for any moneys withheld by the City to ensure performance of the Work. At the Contractor’s request and expense, securities equivalent to the amount withheld will be deposited with the City, or with a state or federally chartered bank in California as the escrow agent, who will then pay those moneys to the Contractor under the terms of an Escrow for Security Deposit agreement. The Escrow for Security Deposit agreement is provided in the Contract Documents. Upon satisfactory completion of the Work, the securities will be returned to the Contractor. b. Alternatively, at the Contractor’s request and expense, the City will pay retentions earned directly to the escrow agent. At the Contractor’s expense, the Contractor may direct investment of the PART I, SECTION 8: MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT
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payments into securities. Upon satisfactory completion of the Work, the Contractor will receive from the escrow agent all securities, interest, and payments received by the escrow agent from the City pursuant to this provision and the terms of the Escrow for Security Deposit agreement. The Contractor will, within 10 days of receipt of payment, pay to each subcontractor the respective amount of interest earned, less costs of retention withheld from each Subcontractor, on monies withheld to ensure the Contractor’s performance of the Work. c. Securities eligible for investment in accordance with this provision include those listed in Government Code Section 16430, bank or savings and loan certificates of deposit, interest bearing demand deposit accounts, standby letters of credit, or any other security mutually agreed to by the Contractor and the City.
d. The Contractor will be the beneficial owner of any securities substituted for moneys withheld and will receive any interest thereon.

8.6 F.O.B.:
a. All shipments must be F.O.B. destination to the Work site and/or other sites indicated in the Contract Documents. The Contract Price is all-inclusive (including sales tax). There shall be no additional compensation paid for containers, packing, unpacking, drayage or insurance.

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9.1 OCCUPANCY:
a. The City reserves the right to occupy or use any part or parts or the entire of the Work before the Work is fully performed. Subject to applicable law, exercising this right will in no way constitute acceptance of any part of the Work so occupied or used or acceptance of the entire Work, nor will such occupancy or use in any way affect the times when payments will become due the Contractor, nor will such occupancy or use in any way prejudice the City’s rights under the Agreement, any Agreement bonds, or at law or equity. Occupancy or use shall not waive the City’s rights to assess liquidated damages in accordance with Section 6 after the date of such occupancy or use.

9.2 WORK COMPLETION AND FINAL INSPECTION:
a. When the Contractor considers the Work is completed, the Contractor will submit written certification to the City Engineer specifying that: The Contract Documents have been reviewed; the Work has been inspected for compliance with the Contract Documents; the Work has been completed in accordance with the Contract Documents; and that equipment and systems have been tested in the presence of the City’s representative and are operational. The City and/or the City’s authorized representatives will inspect to verify that the Work is complete and will notify the Contractor in writing of any incomplete or deficient Work. The Contractor will take immediate steps to remedy the stated deficiencies and give notice of correction to the City Engineer. Upon receiving a notice of correction, the City or the City’s authorized representatives will re-inspect the Work. The Contractor must correct all punch list items within ten (10) working days after the issuance of the punch list. Before acceptance of the Work the Contractor must submit: one set of vellums of the Project Record Drawings (As-Builts), and any equipment operating and maintenance instructions and data, warranties.

9.3 WORK ACCEPTANCE:
a. All finished Work will be subject to inspection and acceptance or rejection by the City, the City Engineer, and the Designer or other government agencies having jurisdiction over the Work. Final acceptance of the Work will be at the discretion of the City. The Work must be accepted by vote of the City Council of City of Willits when the whole shall have been completed satisfactorily. b. The City will accept the Work in writing only when the Work has been completed to the City’s reasonable satisfaction. Progress payments will in no way be construed as acceptance of any part of the Work.
c. In evaluating the Work, no allowance will be made for deviations from the Technical Specifications, Project Plans or other Contract Documents unless already approved in writing in accordance with the requirements of Section 4, above.
d. The fact that the Work and materials have been inspected from time to time and that progress payments have been made does not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility of replacing and making good any defective or omitted work or materials in accordance with the requirements of the Contract Documents.

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10.1 FAILURE TO CORRECT WORK:
a. Within ten (10) working days of receiving written notice from the City describing Work that is defective or that is otherwise not in accordance with the requirements of the Agreement and/or applicable law and directing that such Work be corrected, the Contractor and/or the Contractor’s sureties must give the City written notice of the intent of the Contractor and/or the Contractor’s sureties to correct such Work and commence correction of such Work in accordance with the City’s notice and the Agreement. If the Contractor and/or the Contractor’s sureties do not give the City written notice of intent to correct such Work and commence correction of such Work within ten (10) working days of receipt of the City’s notice, then the City may correct such work and/or have such work corrected for the account and at the expense of the Contractor and/or its sureties, and the Contractor and/or its sureties will be liable to the City for any resulting excess cost. The City may, in addition to all other remedies that the City may have under the Agreement and at law or equity, deduct any such excess cost of completing the Work from amounts that are due or that may become due the contractor.

10.2 TERMINATION:
a. In accordance with California Public Contract Code Section 7105, in addition to all other available remedies that the City may have under the Agreement, and at law or equity, the City may terminate the Agreement:
• If the Contractor or any of its subcontractors engaged in the performance of the Work fails to timely perform the Work and/or any of the Contractor’s material obligations under the Contract Documents, including but not limited to submission of an acceptable schedule, that have accrued except for due to reasons beyond the control of the Contractor pursuant to the Contract Documents.
• If the Contractor is adjudged bankrupt, or if it should make a general assignment for the benefit of creditors, or if a receiver should be appointed on account of its creditors. • If the Contractor or any of the subcontractors engaged in the performance of the Work persistently or repeatedly refuses or fails to supply enough properly skilled workmen or proper materials for the timely completion of the Work. • If the Contractor fails to make prompt payment to subcontractors engaged in the performance of the Work or for material or labor used in the performance of the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents and applicable law. • If the Contractor or any subcontractors engaged in the performance of the Work persistently disregards laws or ordinances applicable to the performance of the Work, or the instructions of the City, the City Engineer, the Designer, or other authorized representatives of the City. • For any reason or for no reason, at the City’s sole discretion.

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b. If the City intends to terminate the Contractor’s control of the Work for any of the reasons specified in Section 10.2.a from above, the City will immediately serve written notice to the Contractor and its sureties in accordance with the Contract Documents. Notice of the City’s intent to terminate the Agreement will be given by registered or certified mail and specify the grounds for termination, the required cure and the time by which the cure must be effected. Upon receipt of notice of the City’s intent to terminate the Agreement for any of the reasons specified in this Section 10, the Contractor will have ten (10) days from receipt of the notice or a longer time specified in the notice to cure its default. If the Contractor does not affect the required cure by the time specified in the notice, the City will issue a written notice of termination to the Contractor and its sureties by registered or certified mail. The notice of termination will specify: that upon receipt of the notice the Contractor’s right to perform or complete the Work, including on behalf of the Contractor’s sureties, is terminated; that the Contractor’s sureties will have the right to take over and complete the Work and perform all of the Contractor’s remaining obligations that have accrued under the Agreement; and that if the Contractor’s sureties do not both give the City written notice of their intention to take over and perform the Agreement and commence completion of the Work and performance of all of the Contractor’s remaining obligations that have accrued under the Agreement within ten (10) days after receipt of notice of termination that the City may declare the Contractor’s sureties in default and take over the completion of the Work or have the Work completed for the account and at the expense of the Contractor and its sureties, and the Contractor and its sureties will be liable to the City for any resulting excess cost. The City may, in addition to all other available remedies that the City may have under the Contract Documents and at law or equity, deduct any such excess cost of completing the Work from amounts that are due or that may become due the Contactor.
c. Upon termination of the Contractor’s control of the Work for any of the reasons specified in this Section 10, the Contractor will, if so directed by the City, immediately remove from the Work site any and all materials and personal property belonging to the Contractor which have not been incorporated in the Work and the Contractor and its sureties will be liable upon their bond for all damages caused the City by reason of the Contractor's failure to complete the Work. d. Upon termination of the Contractor’s control of the Work for any of the reasons specified, the City reserves the right to refuse tender of the Contractor by any surety to complete the Work. e. If the City completes or has completed any portion of, or the whole of the Work, following termination of the Contractor’s control of the Work for any of the reasons specified in this Section 10, the City will neither be liable for nor account to the Contractor or the Contractor’s sureties in any way for the time within which, or the manner in which such Work is performed, or for any changes made in such Work or for the money expended in satisfying claims and/or suits and/or other obligations in connection with completing the Work. If, following termination of the Contractor’s control of the Work for any of the reasons specified, the unpaid balance of the Contract Price exceeds the expense of completing the Work, including compensation for additional legal, managerial and administrative services and all other amounts due for the completion of the Work and/or satisfaction of claims of the City and/or others arising out of the Agreement and any other charges that apply to the Contractor under the Agreement, the difference will be paid to the PART I, SECTION 10: REMEDIES AND DISPUTES
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Contractor. If such expenses of completing the Work exceed the unpaid balance of the Contract Price, the Contractor or its sureties will pay the difference to the City. f. If the Agreement or Contractor’s control of the Work is terminated for any reason, no allowances or compensation will be granted for the loss of any anticipated profit by the Contractor. g. In accordance with California Government Code Section 4410, in the event a national emergency occurs, and public work being performed by contract is stopped, directly or indirectly, because of the freezing or diversion of materials, equipment or labor, as the result of an order or a proclamation of the President of the United States, or of an order of any federal authority, and the circumstances or conditions are such that it is impracticable within a reasonable time to proceed with a substantial portion of the work, then the City and the Contractor may, by written agreement, terminate the Agreement. In accordance with California Government Code Section 4411, such an agreement will include the terms and conditions of the termination of the contract and provision for the payment of compensation or money, if any, which either party will pay to the other or any other person, under the facts and circumstances in the case. Compensation to the Contractor will be determined on the basis of the reasonable value of the work done, including preparatory work. As an exception to the foregoing, in the case of any fully completed separate item or portion of the Work for which there is a separate contract price, the contract price shall control. The parties may in any other case adopt the contract price as the reasonable value of the work or any portion of the work done.

10.3 DISPUTES:
a. In accordance with California Public Contract Code Section 20104.2, the following procedures apply to claims of $375,000 or less between the Contractor and the City:
• The claim shall be in writing and include the documents necessary to substantiate the claim.

Claims must be filed on or before the date of final payment. Nothing in this subdivision is intended to extend the time limit or supersede notice requirements otherwise provided by contract for the filing of claims.
• For claims of less than fifty thousand dollars ($50,000), the City shall respond in writing to any written claim within 45 days of receipt of the claim, or may request, in writing, within 30 days of receipt of the claim, any additional documentation supporting the claim or relating to defenses to the claim the City may have against the Contractor. • If additional information is thereafter required, it shall be requested and provided pursuant to this subdivision, upon mutual agreement of the City and the Contractor. • The City’s written response to the claim, as further documented, shall be submitted to the Contractor within 15 days after receipt of the further documentation or within a period of time no greater than that taken by the Contractor in producing the additional information, whichever is greater.

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• For claims of over fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) and less than or equal to three hundred seventy-five thousand dollars ($375,000), the City shall respond in writing to all written claims within 60 days of receipt of the claim, or may request, in writing, within 30 days of receipt of the claim, any additional documentation supporting the claim or relating to defenses to the claim the City may have against the Contractor. • If additional information is thereafter required, it shall be requested and provided pursuant to this subdivision, upon mutual agreement of the City and the Contractor. • The City’s written response to the claim, as further documented, shall be submitted to the Contractor within 30 days after receipt of the further documentation, or within a period of time no greater than that taken by the Contractor in producing the additional information or requested documentation, whichever is greater.
• If the Contractor disputes the City’s written response, or the City fails to respond within the time prescribed, the Contractor may so notify the City, in writing, either within 15 days of receipt of the City’s response or within 15 days of the City’s failure to respond within the time prescribed, respectively, and demand an informal conference to meet and confer for settlement of the issues in dispute. Upon a demand, the City shall schedule a meet and confer conference within 30 days for settlement of the dispute. • Following the meet and confer conference, if the claim or any portion remains in dispute, the Contractor may file a claim as provided in Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 900) and Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 910) of Part 3 of Division 3.6 of Title 1 of the Government Code. For purposes of those provisions, the running of the period of time within which a claim must be filed shall be tolled from the time the Contractor submits his or her written claim pursuant to subdivision (a) until the time that claim is denied as a result of the meet and confer process, including any period of time utilized by the meet and confer process.
• This section does not apply to tort claims and nothing in this article is intended nor shall be construed to change the time periods for filing tort claims or actions specified by Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 900) and Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 910) of Part 3 of Division 3.6 of Title 1 of the Government Code.
• In accordance with California Public Contract Code Section 20104.4, the following procedures apply to civil actions to resolve claims of $375,000 or less between the City and the Contractor:
• Within 60 days, but no earlier than 30 days, following the filing or responsive pleadings, the court shall submit the matter to non-binding mediation unless waived by mutual stipulation of both parties. The mediation process shall provide for the selection within 15 days by both parties of a disinterested third person as mediator, shall be commenced within 30 days of the submittal, and shall be concluded within 15 days from the commencement of the mediation unless a time requirement is extended upon a good cause showing to the court or PART I, SECTION 10: REMEDIES AND DISPUTES
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by stipulation of both parties. If the parties fail to select a mediator within the 15-day period, any party may petition the court to appoint the mediator. • If the matter remains in dispute, the case shall be submitted to judicial arbitration pursuant to Chapter 2.5 (commencing with Section 1141.10) of Title 3 of Part 3 of the Code of Civil Procedure, notwithstanding Section 1141.11 of that code. The Civil Discovery Act of 1986 (Article 3 (commencing with Section 2016) of Chapter 3 of Title 3 of Part 4 of the Code of Civil Procedure) shall apply to any proceeding brought under this subdivision consistent with the rules pertaining to judicial arbitration.
• Notwithstanding any other provision of law, upon stipulation of the parties, arbitrators appointed for purposes of this article shall be experienced in construction law, and, upon stipulation of the parties, mediators and arbitrators shall be paid necessary and reasonable hourly rates of pay not to exceed their customary rate, and such fees and expenses shall be paid equally by the parties, except in the case of arbitration where the arbitrator, for good cause, determines a different division. In no event shall these fees or expenses be paid by state or county funds.
• In addition to Chapter 2.5 (commencing with Section 1141.10) of Title 3 of Part 3 of the Code of Civil Procedure, any party who after receiving an arbitration award requests a trial de novo but does not obtain a more favorable judgment shall, in addition to payment of costs and fees under that chapter, pay the attorney's fees of the other party arising out of the trial de novo.
• The court may, upon request by any party, order any witnesses to participate in the mediation or arbitration process.
b. 10.03-2. In accordance with California Public Contract Code Section 20104.6:
c. The City shall not fail to pay money as to any portion of a claim which is undisputed except as otherwise provided in the contract.
d. In any suit filed under Public Contract Code Section 20104.4 concerning this contract, the City shall pay interest at the legal rate on any arbitration award or judgment. Such interest shall accrue from date the suit was filed.

10.4 LITIGATION AND FORUM SELECTION:
a. The Contractor and the City stipulate and agree that any litigation relating to the enforcement or interpretation of this contract, arising out of the Contractor’s performance or relating in any way to the Work shall be brought in Mendocino County and that venue will lie in Mendocino County. b. The parties waive any objections they might otherwise have to the propriety of jurisdiction or venue in the state courts in Mendocino County and agree that California law shall govern any such litigation.

PART II, SECTION 1: DEFINITIONS
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PART II: City of Willits Technical Specifications
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1.1 DEFINITIONS:

Public improvements within the City of Willits shall be constructed in accordance with the most recent version of the Standard Specifications of the State of California, Department of Transportation, Division of Highways, which specifications are hereinafter referred to as the State Standard Specifications, or the Standard Specifications and in accordance with the following modifications and revisions, and City of Willits Standard Plans.

City Standards shall mean City of Willits Design and Construction Standards dated October 2011.

ASTM shall mean American Society for Testing and Materials latest edition of the specifications. Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction (commonly called the "Green Book"), shall mean the latest edition of the Standard Specifications written and promulgated by the Southern California Chapter, American Public Works Association and the Southern California District, Association General Contractors of California, a Joint Cooperation Committee.

City Engineer shall mean City of Willits City Engineer or an authorized City representative.

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This section contains work items that are considered general to the construction contract and not separate payment items. The purpose of the general requirements is to provide the contractor with written reference to pertinent regulations, standards and/or specifications that will govern the construction during this project but are not considered bid items.

2.1 DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

This project includes the following work on Blosser Lane, between the city limits to the south and the railroad tracks to the north: removal of existing AC sidewalk and concrete curb and gutter; construction of approximately 5,000 SF of new concrete sidewalk, including bulb-outs, corner ramps, and driveways; construction of approximately 1,500 LF of new curb and gutter; construction of a new concrete center median and bulb-outs for traffic calming; construction of approximately 1,900 SF of new stamped, colored concrete; installation of new signage; installation of two new storm drain inlets and construction of approximately 80 LF of new storm drain pipe; installation of three new water services; relocation of one existing sewer lateral and clean-out; construction of approximately 500 LF of new PVC irrigation line; planting of 12 new street trees with deep root watering devices for each; removal of approximately 43,000 SF of existing roadway at a depth of 17” and replacement with new subgrade fabric, base, and AC; and new paint and thermoplastic traffic markings.

2.2 ORDER OF WORK:
a. Order of work shall conform to the provisions in Section 5-1.05, “Order of Work”, of the State Standard Specifications and these Technical Specifications. b. Attention is directed to “Traffic Control” of these Technical Specifications.

2.3 SUBMITTALS:
a. For each submittal for review, allow 15 days excluding delivery time to and from Contractor.

Submit all submittals in the quantity which is required to be returned plus two copies which will be retained by the Owner/Engineer.
b. Transmit each submittal with a submittal form with the following requirements:
i. Identify Project, Contractor, subcontractor and supplier; pertinent drawing and detail number, and specification section number, appropriate to submittal. ii. Sequentially number transmittal forms. Mark revised submittals with original number and sequential alphabetic suffix.
iii. Allow space on submittals for Contractor and Owner/Engineer review stamps. c. Shop Drawings: When specified in individual specification sections, submit to Owner/Engineer for review for limited purpose of checking for conformance with information given and design concept expressed in Contract Documents.
d. When required by individual specification sections, provide shop drawings signed and sealed by professional engineer responsible for designing components shown on shop drawings.

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i. Include signed and sealed calculations to support design. ii. Submit drawings and calculations in form suitable for submission to and approval by authorities having jurisdiction.
iii. Make revisions and provide additional information when required by authorities having jurisdiction.
e. Test Report: When specified in individual specification sections, submit test reports for information for limited purpose of assessing conformance with information given and design concept expressed in Contract Documents.
f. Product Data: When specified in individual specification sections, submit product data to Owner/Engineer for review for limited purpose of checking for conformance with information given and design concept expressed in Contract Documents. Mark each copy to identify applicable products, models, options, and other data. Supplement manufacturers' standard data to provide information specific to this Project.
g. Certificates: When specified in individual specification sections, submit certification by manufacturer, installation/application subcontractor, or Contractor to Owner/Engineer. Indicate material or product conforms to or exceeds specified requirements. Submit supporting reference data, affidavits, and certifications as appropriate. Certificates may be recent or previous test results on material or Product, but must be acceptable to Owner/Engineer. h. Manufacturer’s Instructions: When specified in individual specification sections, submit manufacturer’s instructions for delivery, storage, assembly, installation, start-up, adjusting, and finishing, to Owner/Engineer. Indicate special procedures, perimeter conditions requiring special attention, and special environmental criteria required for application or installation.

2.4 HOURS OF WORK:
a. The Contractor shall restrict his hours of work to 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, unless previously authorized by the City.

2.5 SAFETY:
a. The Contractor shall at all times conduct his work in accordance with Construction Safety Orders of the Division of Industrial Safety, State of California, to insure the least possible obstruction to traffic and inconvenience to the general public, and adequate protection of persons and property in the vicinity of the work.
b. No access way shall be closed to the public without first obtaining permission of the City Engineer. The Contractor shall maintain access to all property adjacent to the work area at all times. Temporary access ramps, bridges, or other structures may be constructed to accomplish this at the discretion of the City.
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any warning lights or barricades or take any necessary action to protect or warn the public of any dangerous condition connected with the Contractor’s operations and the Contractor shall be liable to the City for all costs incurred plus 100%.
d. Nothing in this section shall be construed to impose tort liability on the City or City Engineer. e. Full compensation for conforming to the requirements of this section shall be considered as included in the contract prices paid for the various items of work and no additional compensation will be allowed.

2.6 WATER FOR CONSTRUCTION AND DUST CONTROL:
a. Construction and testing water shall conform to Section 17, “Watering,” of the State Standard Specifications and these Technical Specifications. The Contractor shall be responsible for providing all water necessary for construction and testing and disposing of all water needed for testing. If the Contractor uses City water for a water supply, the Contractor shall only use truck fill station after obtaining a City permit. The contractor shall pay all fees that apply. b. During the performance of the work called for under these specifications, or any operations appurtenant thereto, the Contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment and means required, and as often as necessary, to prevent his operations from producing dust in amounts damaging to property or causing a nuisance to persons living nearby or occupying buildings in the vicinity. c. Full compensation for conforming to the requirements of this section shall be considered as included in the contract prices paid for the various items of work and no additional compensation will be allowed.

2.7 DUST CONTROL:
a. Attention is directed to the provisions in Section 10, "Dust Control," of the State Standard Specifications.
b. Dust Mitigation Measures:
i. All dust-producing work and unpaved construction sites shall require at a minimum watering in the late morning and at the end of the workday; the frequency of watering shall be increased if dust is mobilized by wind.
ii. Contractor shall maintain dust control to the satisfaction of the City Engineer, seven (7) days a week, 24 hours per day.
iii. At the end of each work week, the contractor shall sweep all streets in the work zone with a commercial grade street sweeping machine.
iv. The City Engineer at his discretion may require sprinkling at any time or place.

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v. Full compensation for conforming to the provisions of this section shall be considered as included in the prices paid for the various contract items of work involved and no additional compensation will be allowed therefor.

2.8 PROTECTION OF EXISTING FACILITIES AND PROPERTY:
a. Protection of existing facilities shall conform to Section 15-1.02, “Preservation of Property,” of the State Standard Specifications and these Technical Specifications. The Contractor shall notify Underground Service Alert (USA) for marking the locations of existing underground facilities. b. The Contractor shall take all necessary measures to avoid injury to existing surface and underground utility facilities in and near the site of the work. No error or omission of utility markouts shall be construed to relieve the Contractor from his responsibility to protect all underground pipes, conduits, cables or other structures. The Contractor shall indemnify the City and hold it harmless from any and all claims, demands, or liability made or asserted by any person or entity on account of or in connection with any damage to such surface or underground facilities caused by the Contractor or any of his agents or subcontractors c. The existing underground facilities in the area of work may include telephone, television and electrical cables, gas mains, water mains, sewer pipe and drainage pipe. The various utility companies shall be notified before trenching begins and at such other times as required to protect their facilities. Underground facilities shall be located and exposed ahead of trenching to prevent damage to the facilities, and to determine the depth and character of all facilities that cross or infringe on the trench prism. The Contractor shall immediately notify the City Engineer of any facilities found. If damage should occur to the existing facilities, the utility company and the City shall be notified immediately and repairs acceptable to the utility company shall be made at the Contractor’s expense.
d. Attention is directed to the provisions in Section 7-1.11, “Preservation of Property,” and Section 12-1.06, “Preservation and Protection of Trees and Plantings,” of the State Standard Specifications and these Technical Specifications.
e. Existing trees, shrubs, and other plants, that are not to be removed and are injured or damaged by reason of the Contractor’s operations, shall be replaced by the Contractor in accordance with the requirements in Section 20-4.07, “Replacement”, of the State Standard Specifications. f. Full compensation for conforming to the requirements of this section shall be considered as included in the contract prices paid for the various items of work and no additional compensation will be allowed.

2.9 OWNER NOTIFICATION:
a. The Contractor shall notify all property owners and businesses affected by the project’s work at least 72 hours before work is to begin. The notice shall be in writing, placed on doors and shall PART II, SECTION 3: DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF BID ITEMS
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indicate the Contractor’s name and phone number, type of work, day(s) and time when work will occur. Notice shall be reviewed by the City Engineer prior to being sent. b. Full compensation for conforming to the requirements of this section shall be considered as included in the contract prices paid for the various items of work and no additional compensation will be allowed.
c. The Contractor shall notify Willits Unified School District – Transportation Department to notify them of any closures or delays affecting their bus route at least 72 hours before work is to begin.

Notification shall be also provided immediately following any unscheduled “emergency” closures or delays.

2.10 EMERGENCY SERVICE PROVIDERS NOTIFICATIONS:
a. The Contractor shall furnish the name and phone number of a representative that can be contacted in the event of an emergency. Said information shall be reported to the City Police Department dispatcher, and updated as required to provide 24-hour phone access. b. Full compensation for conforming to the requirements of this section shall be considered as included in the contract prices paid for the various items of work and no additional compensation will be allowed.
c. The Contractor shall notify all emergency service providers (Police, Fire Department, Ambulance, etc.) any traffic control at least 72 hours before work is to begin. Notification shall be also provided immediately following any unscheduled “emergency” closures or delays.

2.11 REMOVAL OF MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS:
a. Various items shown on the plans (or otherwise identified in the specifications) to be removed will be completely removed and disposed of.
b. No separate payment shall be made for the various items to be removed unless specified and listed in the Bid Schedule.
c. Full compensation for conforming to the requirements of this section shall be considered as included in the contract prices paid for the various items of work and no additional compensation will be allowed.

2.12 UTILITY CLEARANCES:
a. Contractor will be required to investigate, confirm and/or determine locations of existing utilities, verify clearances between existing and proposed utilities, and determine elevations of existing utilities at connection points. The contractor shall verify clearances at known utility crossings and confirm elevations of existing utilities at connection points at least 5 working days in advance of PART II, SECTION 3: DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF BID ITEMS
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working at the specific crossing or connection location. The Contractor shall notify the City Engineer immediately upon discovery of any conflict.
b. Full compensation for determining utility crossing locations and clearances shall be considered as included in the prices paid for various contract items of work and no additional compensation will be allowed.

2.13 EXISTING UTILITIES:
a. The Contractor shall notify all utility companies and request field location markings of existing facilities prior to commencing construction. Where potential conflict with existing underground utilities may constitute a safety hazard or interfere with the progress of work, such facilities shall be hand-excavated to determine their precise location. Contractor shall be liable for damages to all utilities whether so located and marked or not.
b. It is not the intent of the Plans to show the exact location of existing underground utilities or structures, and the City Engineer assumes no responsibility therefor. c. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to verify all existing utility locations and notify the City Engineer in case of conflict.
d. Full compensation for conforming to the requirements of this section shall be considered as included in the contract prices paid for the various items of work and no additional compensation will be allowed.

2.14 RELATIONS WITH THE CALIFORNIA REGIONAL WATER QUALITY CONTROL BOARD:
a. This location is within an area controlled by the Regional Water Quality Control Board. The Contractor shall fully inform himself of all rules, regulations, and conditions that may govern operations in said area and shall conduct work accordingly. b. The Contractor shall comply with the regulations of the North Coast Regional Water Quality Board and the discharge prohibitions and guidelines pertaining to construction activities listed on pages 1-5-7 through 1-5-9 of the Water Quality Control Plan North Coastal Basin dated April, 1975.
c. Full compensation for conforming to the requirements of this section shall be considered as included in the contract prices paid for the various items of work and no additional compensation will be allowed.

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2.15 TEMPORARY EROSION CONTROL:

a. Temporary erosion control shall consist of, but not be limited to, constructing such facilities and taking such measures as are necessary to prevent, control and abate water, mud, and erosion damage to public and private property as a result of the construction of this project. b. Conformance with the requirements of this section shall in no way relieve the Contractor from his responsibilities, as provided in Section 7-1.01G, "Water Pollution," Section 7-1.11, "Preservation of Property," and Section 7-1.12, "Responsibility for Damage," of the State Standard Specifications.
c. Temporary erosion control features as are necessary to prevent damage during the winter season shall be constructed and functioning. The Contractor shall construct such supplementary erosion control facilities as are necessary to protect adjacent private and public property. d. Temporary erosion control measures shall conform to the current edition of ABAG manual of standards for erosion and sediment control measures and includes, but not limited to the following:
i. The Contractor shall conduct operations in such a manner that storm runoff will be contained within the project or channeled into the storm drain system which serves the runoff area. Storm runoff from one area shall not be allowed to divert to another runoff area.
ii. Storm drain systems, toe of slope drains, and outlet structures shall be constructed and operating prior to commencing, or concurrently with placing, an embankment.

Temporary downdrains, drainage structures and other devices shall be provided to channel storm runoff water into the respective permanent storm drain systems during construction. Mud and silt shall be settled out of the storm runoff before said runoff enters the storm drain system.
iii. Excavation areas, while being brought to grade, shall be protected from erosion and the resulting siltation of downstream facilities and adjacent areas by the use of various erosion control measures. These measures may include, but shall not be limited to, check dams; confined ponding areas to desilt the runoff; and protection, such as sandbags or straw bales around inlets which have not been brought to grade. iv. Contour graded areas shall be protected against erosion and the resulting siltation of downstream facilities and adjacent areas during grading operations. Various measures may include, but shall not be limited to: the use of graded contour berms to control sheet flow: supplemental grading of large areas around temporary or unfinished inlet structures, such as inside ramp loops, to provide desilting basins; and temporary ditch paving.

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e. Culvert pipe used in conjunction with erosion control measures which was new when delivered to the project site and, in the opinion of the City Engineer, is not damaged and whose dimensions and other properties conform to the requirements for new material may be used in the new work. f. Full compensation for any cost involved in performing erosion control to act as temporary water pollution control and temporary erosion control shall be considered as included in the contract prices paid for the various items of work and no additional compensation will be allowed.

2.16 PROGRESS SCHEDULE:
a. Progress schedules will be required for this contract and shall conform to the provisions in Section 3.08, "Progress Schedule," of these Specifications. b. A preliminary progress schedule shall be submitted at the Preconstruction Meeting. c. Full compensation for conforming to the requirements of this section shall be considered as included in the contract prices paid for the various items of work and no additional compensation will be allowed.

2.17 COOPERATION:
a. Attention is directed to Sections 7-1.14, "Cooperation" and 8-1.10, "Utility and Non-Highway Facilities," of the State Standard Specifications and these Technical Specifications. b. Other forces will be engaged in installing or in making adjustments to or in relocating various utility or other non-highway facilities throughout the project. c. Full compensation for conforming to the requirements of this section shall be considered as included in the contract prices paid for the various items of work and no additional compensation will be allowed.

2.18 OBSTRUCTIONS:
a. Attention is directed to Sections 8-1.10, “Utility and Non-Highway Facilities”, and 15, “Existing Highway Facilities”, of the State Standard Specifications and these Technical Specifications. b. Attention is directed to the existence of overhead and underground power, telephone, and television cable poles, underground sewer mains and laterals, underground gas mains, and underground water mains and laterals within the area in which construction is to be performed. c. Prior to starting work, the Contractor shall (a minimum of 2 working days in advance) call Underground Service Alert (USA), toll fee, at (800) 642-2444 and provide USA with all necessary data relative to the proposed work. USA will accept calls and process information to participating agencies who have underground facilities in the area between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. daily, except Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. Between the hours of 5:00 p.m. and 7:30 PART II, SECTION 3: DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF BID ITEMS
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a.m. calls will be recorded and then processed after 7:30 a.m. For emergency situations, after hours and on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, the Contractor shall contact the organization owning the affected facility. Upon notification, agencies having facilities in the area of the proposed excavation will mark their locations in the field using USA standard colors and codes to identify the facility.
d. The Contractor will be required to work around public and private utility facilities and other improvements that are to remain in place within the construction area and he will be held liable to the owners of such facilities or interference with service resulting from his operations. e. Any delays claimed by the Contractor as a direct result of the utility facilities not being rearranged as provided will not be recognized nor will any delays be considered right-of-way delays within the meaning of Section 8-1.09, “Right-of-Way Delays”, of the State Standard Specifications, except that any such delays will entitle the Contractor to an extension of time as provided in Section 8-1.07, “Liquidated Damages”, of the State Standard Specifications. The Contractor shall immediately notify the City Engineer of such delays.
f. Full compensation for conforming to the requirements of this section shall be considered as included in the contract prices paid for the various items of work and no additional compensation will be allowed.

2.19 CLEARING, GRUBBING, AND DISPOSAL:
a. The work to be done under this section consists of clearing or removing obstacles preventing the construction or installation of contract items, including existing signs and posts as directed by the City Engineer.
b. Existing power and telephone lines, trees, fences, pipelines or other conduits, railroad lines, embankments, and structures in the vicinity of the work shall be supported and protected from injury by Contractor during the construction and until the completion of the work. Contractor shall be liable for all damages to such structures, as herein provided, and shall save and keep Owner and Engineer harmless from any liability or expense for injuries, damages, or repairs to those structures. Full compensation for clearing and grubbing activities shall be included in the bid prices paid for the specific bid construction item involved and no additional payment shall be made therefor.

Preservation of Property:
c. Contractor shall minimize damage to shrubs, trees, plants, grass and structures during the course of the work. Before removing any tees, tree roots, large shrubs, or structures, Contractor shall obtain prior permission from City Engineer. No additional trees, large shrubs or structures shall be removed or damaged without prior written permission from City Engineer. Before initiation of clearing and grubbing operations, Contractor shall meet at the work site with Owner and Engineer to determine the extent and details of clearing and grubbing operations.

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d. In areas where trees or shrubs may be damaged by construction equipment, Contractor shall provide protective fencing, padding on trunks, tie-back branches or take other necessary actions to prevent damage to trees, shrubs, or other vegetation. Damage to trees and shrubs shall include, but will not be limited to:
• bark damage to trees
• breakage of branches on trees or shrubs
• breaking or tearing of roots
• spilling toxic materials near the root zones
• spraying toxic materials on foliage
• fire damage to foliage and branches
• compaction of root areas under the drip line or damage by fill or storage of materials over the root zone
• foot or vehicular damage on low shrubs and groundcover Environmental Requirements:
• Any burning shall be in accordance with applicable laws. • Contractor shall obtain the required permits concerning disposal of materials produced during clearing and grubbing. Contractor shall make his/her own arrangements for disposing of materials produced from clearing and grubbing. If excavation or construction materials or equipment are to be stored on private property, written permission must be obtained from the property owner granting permission and absolving City of all responsibility for the consequences of such activity.
• Avoid unnecessary removal or damage of shrubs, trees, and grass during the work.

Removal:

All trees, stumps, roots, buried logs, decayed vegetable matter, heavy growth of grass and weeds and all other organic material shall be removed from fills, future roadways or within ditch sections. The disposal of materials shall be in compliance with the above stated Environmental Requirements.

2.20 EXCAVATION:

Excavation, as used in these specifications, consists of all necessary clearing, grubbing and site preparation; removal of all materials of whatever description that may be encountered (except existing pipe work, conduits, utility structures or other items to be left in place) to the lines and grades indicated on the plans and otherwise described herein. This may include: removal and disposal of debris; the handling and storage of materials to be used for fill and backfill; all necessary bracing, shoring and protection (but not including tight sheeting in trenches and structure excavation ordered left in place by City Engineer); all backfilling; preparation of subgrades; and final grading, dressing and cleanup of the site.

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disposed of to the satisfaction of the Engineer. If the work is in existing City streets, the excess material shall be removed from the site daily unless it has been preapproved for reuse. Prior to disposal of any materials or operation of any equipment on sites provided by the Contractor for disposal of excess excavation owned by them, the Contractor shall submit to the Engineer written authorization for such disposal of materials and entry permission signed by the owners of the disposal site and the required permits. Contractor shall be solely responsible for obtaining all required grading permits. All excavation, other than by drilling and blasting, undertaken with the excavation equipment commonly used in the industry for this type of excavated material shall be classified as common excavation.

All material which must be drilled and blasted for removal shall be classified as rock excavation. It shall be the responsibility of Contractor to inform City Engineer before any rock excavation is started so that adequate measurement for pay purposes may be determined. The exclusion of a bid item for rock excavation indicates that rock is not anticipated, and should rock be encountered during construction payment shall be negotiated.

Should rock excavation be encountered, it shall be the responsibility of Contractor to have an experienced powder man handle all blasting and be able to furnish proof of Contractor's credentials. Contractor shall also inform all residents in the vicinity of proposed blasting activities and Contractor shall be responsible for any damage to persons or property.

All excavation shall be made by open cut method except as approved or specified. During excavation, materials suitable for backfill shall be piled in an orderly manner a sufficient distance from the banks of the excavation to prevent slides or cave-ins. Banks shall be kept as nearly vertical as possible and shall be properly sheeted and braced as may be necessary to prevent caving. Sloping banks will generally be allowed except in open areas where traffic conditions and the proximity of existing structures will not permit. No excavation shall be left open without proper barricades and warning lights. Such devices shall conform to the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices or such permits as are appended to these specifications.

2.21 TRENCH EXCAVATION:

All the requirements under Section 2.20, "Excavation", shall apply, with the following additional special requirements. Trench width shall conform to City Standard No. 222(edited), see Detail 1, Sheet C-9. If pipe diameter is not shown on City Standard No. 222 (edited) see Detail 1, Sheet C-9, trench width shall be no more than twenty-four (24) inches greater than the pipe's outside diameter. Trench width shall not be less than twelve (12) inches greater than the pipe's outside diameter.

Trench excavation shall not proceed more than two hundred (200) feet in advance of pipeline work without City Engineer's approval. No trench shall be left uncovered overnight. Open trench shall be backfilled and patched with cold mix asphalt concrete before the end of each work day. Steel trench plates may only be used to cover the trench at the pipe end. Cold mix asphalt concrete shall be placed at each edge of the trench plate.

Trench width in paved streets, or in areas where close proximity to other structures require vertical cuts, shall not be wider than required for proper handling, jointing, and bedding of the pipe. The bottom of the trenches shall be excavated to a depth of six (6) inches below the bottom of the invert. Care shall be taken not to excavate below the depths indicated. Unauthorized over depths shall be backfilled with suitable bedding material at Contractor's expense. Where soft, spongy or otherwise unsuitable material is encountered, which PART II, SECTION 3: DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF BID ITEMS
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will not provide a firm foundation for pipe, City Engineer will direct the extent to which removal and replacement shall be made with suitable material.

Any excess material resulting from trench excavation shall be disposed of by Contractor at Contractor's own expense in a manner satisfactory to City Engineer. Such excess material may be deposited on private property if so requested by the property owner and proper permits have been obtained.

2.22 DEWATERING:

Dewatering is anticipated as required under this contract. Where ground water is encountered in excavations, it shall be removed so that it will not interfere with pipe laying and other construction operations. Unless otherwise specifically permitted by City, water, either of surface or subsurface origin, will not be permitted in the trenches at any time during construction and until backfilling over the top of the pipe has been completed; nor will the groundwater level in the trench be permitted to rise above an elevation six (6) inches below the invert of the pipe. Dewatering will continue until pipe laying and/or other construction is complete and backfill is compacted at least six (6) inches above the ground water table. Backfill shall be as provided in Section

2.25, "Backfilling", of these specifications.

Four groundwater monitoring wells have been installed for the contractor’s convenience along the storm drain route as shown on the plans. It is anticipated that pumped ground water will be discharged to the nearby City of Willits wastewater collection system. Control of turbidity and other constituents of concern shall be as specified by the City’s Chief Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator.

The cost of dewatering operations will not be paid for as a separate item but shall be merged with the appropriate bid item.

2.23 DRAINAGE:

Contractor shall control the grading in the vicinity of the excavation so that the ground surface is properly sloped to prevent water from running into the excavated areas. Water which has accumulated in the excavation from rainfall and/or surface runoff, or from any other cause which might have been prevented by proper care and foresight, shall be removed and the subgrade restored to its proper bearing capacity, all at Contractor's expense.

2.24 SHORING, SHEETING, AND BRACING:

Contractor shall do all shoring, bracing and tight sheeting required to prevent caving and to protect Contractor's workers and adjacent property and structures. Backfilling will be brought to one (1) foot above the top of the pipe before sheeting may be removed. No extra payment will be made for these items, the cost thereof being merged with and considered a part of the cost for the related excavation.

2.25 BACKFILLING:
a. Bedding & Backfill Materials:

1. Slurry Cement Backfill:

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Slurry cement backfill shall conform to the requirements of Section 19-3.062 of the Standard Specifications.

2. Class II aggregate base:

Class II aggregate base shall be as specified in the State Standard Specifications Section 26, "Aggregate Bases". Grading for 3/4 inch maximum sized shall be used. The Class II aggregate base shall be free from organic matter and other deleterious substances.

3. Bedding and cover material:

Bedding and cover shall be uniformly graded coarse aggregate of which twenty-five percent (25%) by weight shall be crushed particles. Relative compaction to ninety percent (90%) unless specified elsewhere. Bedding and cover material shall conform to the following grading:

Sieve Size Percent Passing
1 inch 100
3/4 inch 87 - 100
No. 4 30 - 65
No. 30 5 - 35
No. 200 0 - 12

4. Stabilization material:

Stabilization material shall consist of uniformly graded coarse aggregate of which at least twenty-five percent (25%) by weight shall be crushed particles. The percent composition by weight shall conform to following grading:

Sieve Size Percent Passing
3" 100
1-1/2" 75 - 95
3/4" 40 - 75
# 4 15 - 35
#10 5 - 20
#200 0 - 3

5. Imported backfill:

Imported backfill material shall be free of all organic materials, rubbish, debris, and other objectionable materials. Rocks, boulders and other material must meet the following limitations:
• The minimum dimension of any piece used shall be six (6) inches. • Pieces larger than four (4) inches shall not be placed within twelve (12) inches of any structure.
• Pieces larger than three (3) inches shall not be placed within twelve (12) inches of the subgrade for paving.
• "Nesting" of pieces will not be permitted.
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considered as included in the bid prices paid for each specific item and no additional compensation shall be made.
b. Backfill Procedures:
• Trenches shall not be backfilled until City Engineer has inspected and approved the pipe installation and jointing as being in compliance with the requirements of plans and specifications and until concrete in masonry structures or encasements have attained a proper strength. No backfill shall be made with frozen material. • Where trenches cross roads, streets, or driveways, backfilling shall be completed immediately following excavation and inspection. No trenches across roads shall remain open overnight. All crossings shall be backfilled, compacted and open to traffic at the end of each day's work. Major road crossings shall be excavated and backfilled in half widths of the traveled way so that at least one-half of the roadway is open to controlled traffic at all times during the work.
• Under existing and proposed roadways, to a distance of ten (10) feet on either side of the road, bedding and backfill materials shall be carefully deposited in layers not more than six (6) inches thick, loose measurements, wetted to optimum moisture content and mechanically compacted to at least 95 percent of the maximum density as determined by Section 26 of the Standard Specifications, Test Methods 231 and 216. The upper twelve (12) inch layer forming the subgrade for pavements, which are to be replaced, shall be compacted to a density of at least ninety-five percent (95%).
• Where pavements and roadways are not involved, compaction shall be as outlined above to a depth of 1-1/2 feet above the pipe. Above this point the excavation material shall be placed in layers not to exceed six (6) inches and compacted to a density of at least ninety percent (90%).
• Wherever trenches have not been properly filled, or if settlement occurs, they shall be reopened to the depth required for proper compaction and refilled and recompacted as approved by City Engineer.
• Along all portions of the trenches the ground shall be graded uniformly and mounded over the trenches and left in a uniform and neat condition.

2.26 STABILIZATION AND BEDDING:

Granular stabilization material shall be used to replace soft, spongy, or other unsuitable material, including rock encountered in excavation, to the depths necessary to support the pipe or structure. Stabilization materials shall consist of suitable hard, durable granular material having the requirements of Section 2.25 a-4 "Stabilization Material" of these specifications.

Pipe bedding shall be defined as the portion of the trench between the side of the trench, six (6) inches below the bottom of the pipe and twelve (12) inches above the top of the pipe unless shown otherwise on the project drawings.

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Bedding shall consist of leveling the trench at the bottom of the pipe zone and furnishing, placing, and compacting bedding material up to the spring line of the pipe. (See Section 2.25 “Backfilling”).

Pipe bedding material shall be placed to a minimum depth of six (6) inches under all pipe where trench stabilization or rock excavation is required.

Stabilization material and bedding material shall be approved by City Engineer prior to their use. Materials shall be obtained from areas approved by City Engineer.

Stabilization and/or bedding material will not be paid for separately, but shall be considered as subsidiary to and a part of the cost for the applicable contract bid item.

2.27 TRENCH MAINTENANCE:

Contractor shall, for a period of one (1) year after completion and final acceptance of the work (issued in writing by City of Willits), maintain and repair any trench settlement which may occur and shall make suitable repairs to any pipe, pavement, or other structures which may become damaged as a result of backfill settlement.

2.28 DISPOSAL OF EXCESS MATERIAL:

Excess material, including rock, broken concrete, bituminous materials, debris or other materials not suitable for backfill, shall be removed from the site and wasted in the disposal areas selected by Contractor and approved by City Engineer (See Sections 2.19 and 2.20 of these specifications). Contractor shall be solely responsible for obtaining all required County of Mendocino and City of Willits grading permits for proper disposal of excess material. The disposal of such excess materials will not be paid for separately, but shall be considered as subsidiary to and a part of the cost for the applicable contract bid item.

2.29 CLEANUP:

Upon completion of the work, the entire site shall be cleared of all debris, and ground surfaces shall be finished to smooth, uniform slopes and shall present neat and workmanlike appearance. Unpaved streets/driveways shall be graded to the satisfaction of City Engineer. Ditch lines shall be graded and reshaped to preconstruction condition. Disturbed earth shall be reseeded with a mixture of native grasses and/or wildflowers. Cleanup will not be paid for separately, but shall be considered as subsidiary to and a part of the cost for the applicable contract bid item.

2.30 COMPACTION TESTING:

The City of Willits shall, at its expense, acquire the services of a certified soils testing laboratory approved by City Engineer to perform relative compaction tests per Section 6-3 of the Standard Specifications, Test Methods 231 and 216. Additional tests may be provided at Contractor's request and expense. These results shall be used as the basis for the determination of acceptability of all compaction under this contract.

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During the course of construction, City will make periodic checks of soil compaction to assure compliance with these specifications. Such tests will be accomplished with a nuclear density meter. Satisfactory compaction tests results do not relieve Contractor of the responsibility as specified in Section 2.27, "Trench Maintenance" of these specifications.

2.31 HYDROSTATIC TESTING:

Water pipes, fittings, valves and hydrants shall be subjected to a hydrostatic pressure test of a minimum 150 psi, at every point in the pipe being tested. The duration of the test shall be at least two (2) hours. All service lines shall be tested at existing distribution system pressures.

Prior to hydrostatic testing the water pipe trench backfill shall be compacted to a minimum depth of six (6) inches over the pipe barrel.

Table 1
Hydrostatic testing makeup water allowance per 100ft of pipeline* (gallons per hour)
psi 4" 6" 8" 10" 12" 14" 16" 18" 20" 24"
150 0.033 0.050 0.066 0.083 0.099 0.116 0.132 0.149 0.166 0.199 175 0.036 0.054 0.072 0.089 0.107 0.125 0.143 0.161 0.179 0.215 200 0.038 0.057 0.076 0.096 0.115 0.134 0. 153 0.172 0.191 0.229 225 0.041 0.061 0.081 0.101 0.122 0.142 0.162 0.182 0.203 0.243 250 0.043 0.064 0.085 0.107 0.128 0.150 0.171 0.192 0.214 0.256 275 0.045 0.067 0.090 0.112 0.134 0.157 0.179 0.202 0.224 0.269 300 0 .047 0.070 0.094 0.117 0.140 0.164 0.187 0.211 0.234 0.281 Leakage is defined as the quantity of water to be supplied into the newly constructed water system, or any valved section thereof, necessary to maintain the specified test pressure.

For operating pressures less than 120 psi, if at any time during the pressure and leakage testing, the specified test pressure can be maintained ±3 psi for a consecutive 60 minutes without adding makeup water, the test can be discontinued and the system considered as passing. For operating pressures greater than 120 psi, pressure shall be maintained for 120 minutes in order for the system to be considered passing. Should any test of combined or individual sections of the new system show leakage greater than the specified limit, the Contractor shall, at their own expense, locate the cause and repair the defect until the leakage is within the specified allowance.

The hydrostatic test shall not be undertaken until at least seven (7) days after concrete thrust blocks have been installed, or three (3) days if Type III, high early strength Portland cement, is used. Regardless of test results, the Contractor shall repair any leaks detected.

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The water pipe and appurtenances shall not exceed the allowable leakage requirements during the test period. Contractor shall be required to provide all materials, equipment, and labor necessary to pressure test the water pipes.

All testing shall be coordinated and completed in the presence of an authorized City representative.

2.32 FLUSHING AND DISINFECTING:

All flushing and disinfecting of water pipes shall be coordinated with City of Willits Water Department. Before being placed in service, all new pipe shall be chlorinated. Prior to chlorination, all dirt and foreign matter shall be removed by a thorough flushing. Each valved or plugged section of newly-laid pipe shall be flushed independently. This may be done either before or after the trench has been backfilled.

All water pipes shall be disinfected with chlorine solution, having active available chlorine concentration of fifty (50) parts per million. The pipe shall be maintained full of solution under normal operation pressure for a twenty-four (24) hour contact period.

The residual chlorine solution at the end of the twenty-four (24) hour disinfecting period shall be not less than ten (10) parts per million at representative point in the pipe. Upon completion, the water pipe shall be flushed until the residual chlorine is not greater than 1.0 parts per million. The method of disinfecting the water pipes and the chlorination materials in accordance with AWWA C601-A1 shall be subject to the approval of the City.

The preferred chlorination method is to install AWWA approved chlorine tablets with no stabilizers to the top of the pipe with an AWWA approved adhesive.

Contractor shall be required to provide all materials, equipment and labor necessary to disinfect the water pipes. Disinfecting of all associated structures and appurtenances shall be considered incidental to disinfecting of the pipe, and shall not be paid for separately.

2.33 CONCRETE THRUST BLOCKS:

Concrete thrust blocks shall be provided at all bends, tees and valves as established and sized as shown on the drawings. The concrete shall have a minimum of twenty-eight (28) day compression strength of 3000 pounds per square inch. Each thrust block shall be poured against undisturbed earth. Install #4 rebar ties on valves and vertical bends. Wrap all fittings with visquene prior to placing concrete.

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SECTION 03: DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF BID ITEMS
The following section contains detailed descriptions and measurement and payment of bid items:

Item # 1 Mobilization, Insurance, and Permits
Mobilization shall conform to the provisions in Section 11, “Mobilization,” of the State Standard Specifications and to these Technical Specifications. Construction insurance shall adhere to the requirements set forth in the contract documents.

Measurement & Payment: Payment for this item shall be on a lump sum basis. Payment for this item shall be in accordance with Section 2 of the State of California, Business and Transportation Agency, Department of Transportation (Caltrans), Standard Specifications, latest edition and include all work as defined in this section.

No additional compensation will be allowed.

Item # 2 Traffic Control/Management
Attention is directed to Section 7-1.08, "Public Convenience," 7-1.09, "Public Safety," and 12 "Construction Area Traffic Control Devices," of the State Standard Specifications. Nothing in these Technical Specifications shall be construed as relieving the Contractor from his responsibilities as provided in said Section 7-1.09.

Construction area traffic control devices shall be installed and maintained in accordance with the applicable sections of these Technical Specifications, the State Standard Specifications, the current edition of the Manual of Traffic Controls for Construction and Maintenance published by Caltrans, and as directed by the City Engineer.

Exact locations of Project Identification signs and Advance Notice signs (Section 7-1.08 "Public Convenience") shall be approved in the field by the City Engineer.

The Contractor shall notify all property owners and businesses affected by the project’s work at least 72 hours before work is to begin. The notice shall be in writing, placed on doors and shall indicate the Contractor’s name and phone number, type of work, day(s) and time when work will occur. Property owners and residents directly affected by construction activities, or where vehicle or pedestrian access to properties is disrupted, shall be given specific notice no less than 48 hours prior to the commencement of work. Notice shall be reviewed by the City Engineer prior to being sent.

Lane closures on major and collector streets will be permitted between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. only.

Only one lane at a time may be closed and no lanes shall be closed at any other hours unless specifically approved by the City Engineer. Single lane closures shall require flaggers at each end and at any intersection in all instances. The Contractor shall maintain vehicle and pedestrian access to homes and other properties at all times while work is in progress.

The Contractor shall keep the City of Willits and all Emergency Services informed regarding the closure of any traveled way. At a minimum, the Contractor shall report any traveled way closure. This means immediately upon closure for that day and again immediately after removal of the closure. For closures over multiple days, the daily notification still applies.

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EMERGENCY AND PUBLIC SERVICES PROVIDERS CONTACT INFORMATION If the Contractor has been given an approved Traffic Management/Control Plan that includes road closures, he/she will be required to maintain vehicular access to homes and other properties where work is in progress within the closure area.

The Contractor may be allowed to close the residential block of the work area between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM to all but local traffic with prior approval by the City. This closure shall not bar use of local cars within the block.

Barricades and flaggers shall be positioned to allow safe turns at intersections.

Personal vehicles of the Contractor's employees shall not be parked on the traveled way, including any section closed to public traffic.

The Contractor shall notify the City Engineer of intent to begin work at least 5 days before work is begun. The Contractor shall coordinate with local authorities relative to handling traffic through the area and shall make arrangements relative to keeping the working area clear of parked vehicles.

Whenever vehicles or equipment are parked on the shoulder within 6 feet of a traffic lane, the shoulder area shall be closed with fluorescent traffic cones or portable delineators placed on a taper in advance of the parked vehicles or equipment and along the edge of the pavement at 25-foot intervals to a point not less than 25 feet past the last vehicle or piece of equipment. A minimum of 9 cones or portable delineators shall be used for the taper.

A C23 (Road Work Ahead) or C24 (Shoulder Work Ahead) sign shall be mounted on a telescoping flag tree with flags. The flag tree shall be placed where directed by the City Engineer.

When leaving a work area and entering a roadway carrying public traffic, the Contractor's equipment, whether empty or loaded, shall in all cases yield to public traffic.

A minimum of one traffic lane, not less than 10 feet wide, shall be open for use by public traffic. When construction operations are not actively in progress, not less than two such lanes shall be open to public traffic.

Minor deviations from the requirements of these Technical Specifications concerning hours of work which do not significantly change the cost of the work may be permitted upon the written request of the Contractor if in the opinion of the City Engineer public traffic will be better served and the work expedited. Such deviations shall not be adopted until the City Engineer has indicated his written approval. All other modifications will be made by contract change order.
• Willits Police Department 707-459-6122
• California Highway Patrol – Ukiah Dispatch Center 707-467-4000 • Mendocino County Sheriff Department 707-459-6111
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At the end of each working day if a difference in excess of 0.15 foot exists between the elevation of the existing pavement between lanes, the Contractor shall furnish and place portable delineators along the drop-off conforming to the provisions of Section 12-3.04, "Portable Delineators" of the State Standard Specifications. "Do Not Pass" signs shall also be placed at 500 foot intervals when delineators and signs shall be considered as included in the various items of work and no additional compensation will be allowed.

Whenever the Contractor's operations obliterate pavement delineation (lane lines, either pavement markers or painted lines or both, or temporary delineation), such pavement delineation shall be replaced by either permanent or temporary delineation before opening the traveled way to public traffic. Temporary delineation shall consist of reflective traffic line tape applied in pieces not less than 4 inches long nor less than 4 inches wide spaced no more than 10 feet apart on curves nor more than 20 feet apart on tangents. Reflective traffic line tape shall be applied in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Full compensation for temporary delineation shall be considered as included in the prices paid for the contract items of work that obliterated the existing delineation and no separate payment will be made.

Construction Traffic - The Contractor shall submit a trucking route for approval by the City Engineer.

The route must minimize traffic on residential streets that are not part of the project. Temporary staging of construction materials shall not occur in streets or areas that are not within the limits of the project which are to be paved.

Flagging - The first paragraph of Section 12-2.02, "Flagging Costs," of the State Standard Specifications is amended to read:

The cost of furnishing all flaggers, including transporting flaggers, to provide for passage of public traffic through the work under the provisions in Section 7-1.08, "Public Convenience", and Section 7-1.09, "Public Safety", shall be considered as included in the contract lump sum price paid for Traffic Control and no additional compensation will be allowed.

Attention is directed to Section 5-1.05, “Order of Work,” of the State Standard Specifications.

Traffic Management/Control Plan - Prior to commencing construction which will affect existing traffic, the contractor shall submit for review by the City Engineer, a Traffic Management/Control Plan on an 11" x 17" sheet of paper which contains only information specifically related to work zone traffic control. If the Contractor proposes to use the Manual of Traffic Controls published by Caltrans in lieu of a traffic control plan, in specific work operations, he shall submit in writing for consideration which Standard Plan will be used for each work operation. A Traffic Management/Control Plan or proposal shall be submitted for review ten (10) working days after receiving the Written Notice of Award from the City Engineer.

The Traffic Management/Control Plan shall contain a title block which contains the Contractor's name, address, phone number, project superintendent's name, contract name, dates and hours traffic control will be in effect, and a space for review acknowledgment.

The content of the Traffic Management/Control Plan shall include, but is not limited to, the following:
a. Show location and limits of the work zone.
b. Give dimensions of lanes affected by traffic control that will be open to traffic.

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c. Indicate signing, cone placement, and other methods of delineation and reference to appropriate City or Caltrans standard.
d. Dimension location of signs and cone tapers.
e. Identify side streets and driveways affected by construction and show how they will be handled.
f. Show how pedestrian traffic will be handled through the construction site. g. Demonstrate how two-way traffic will be maintained.

No work except for installation of project identification signs will be allowed to commence prior to approval of the Traffic Control Plan. In the event that the Contractor wishes to deviate from the approved traffic control plan, an updated plan must be submitted and approved by the City before work can commence.

Measurement & Payment: Payment for this item shall be on a lump sum basis, which shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools and equipment, and doing all work involved in traffic control, including, but not limited to: producing and implementing a traffic control plan, flagging, temporary relocation of regulatory signs, temporary ramps and traffic plates as required by the City Engineer, communication with affected residents and all agencies listed under the Traffic Management section of the Technical Specifications, and any other work defined in this section. Changeable Message Signs maybe be required at the City’s discretion, depending on work and traffic control plan. Full compensation for conforming to the requirements of this section shall be considered as included in the contract prices paid for under the Traffic Control bid item. No additional compensation will be allowed.

Item # 3 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan
Attention is directed to the provisions in Section 7-1.01G, “Water Pollution”, of the State Standard Specifications and these Technical Specifications.

The Contractor shall exercise every reasonable precaution to protect streams, lakes, reservoirs, bays, and coastal waters from pollution with fuels, oils, bitumen, calcium chloride and other harmful materials and shall conduct and schedule his operations so as to avoid or minimize muddying and silting of said streams, lakes, reservoirs, bays, and coastal waters. Care shall be exercised to preserve roadside vegetation beyond the limits of construction.

Water pollution control work is intended to provide prevention, control, and abatement of water pollution to streams, waterways, and other bodies of water, and shall consist of constructing those facilities which may be shown in the plans, specified herein or in the Technical Specifications, or directed by the City Engineer.

Before starting any work on the project, the Contractor shall submit, for acceptance by the City, a program to control water pollution effectively during construction of the project. Such a program shall show the schedule for all the water pollution control measures which the Contractor proposes to take in connection with construction of the project to minimize the effects of his operation upon adjacent streams and other bodies of water. The PART II, SECTION 3: DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF BID ITEMS
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Contractor shall not perform any clearing or grubbing or earthwork on the project, other than that specifically authorized in writing by the City Engineer, until such a program has been accepted.

The City will notify the Contractor of the acceptance or rejection of any submitted or revised water pollution control program in not more than 5 working days.

Measurement & Payment: Payment for this item shall be on a lump sum basis, which shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools and equipment, and doing all work involved in producing and implementing a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan, including all requirements defined in Item #3 of this section. No additional compensation will be allowed.

Item # 4 Curb Inlet
Curb Inlets shall conform to Details 2 & 3, Sheet C-4 of the plans. Precast bases may be allowed with City Engineer’s approval. Curb Inlet precast hood and cover shall be approved by the City Engineer and shall be installed per manufacturer’s recommendations. Concrete covers with cast iron rings where called for on the plans shall be constructed with 3000 psi exposed concrete and cast iron rings. Covers in sidewalk areas shall not exceed one hundred (100) pounds in weight including cast iron rings and shall be designed to withstand three hundred (300) pounds per square foot loading. Inlet lids shall include a pick hole. The exposed concrete surface shall be broom finished. The cast iron rings shall be dipped in black bituminous paint, conform to ASTM 48-30 and bearing surfaces of the rings shall be machine beveled to assure a close non-rocking fit.

All concrete used in drop inlets shall have a compressive strength of not less than 3,000 psi at twenty-eight (28) days of age. The aggregates, Portland cement, and concrete shall comply with the provisions of ASTM Designation C 144, ASTM Designation C 150, Type II. The concrete mix shall be approved by the City Engineer and shall include not less than six (6) bags of Portland cement per cubic yard. When directed by City Engineer, Contractor shall have compressive strength tests made of the concrete to be used in accordance with ASTM Standard Specifications.

All silt and debris shall be removed from curb inlets. This shall include all existing silt and debris plus any material accumulated during the Contractor's operation.

Submittals:

Submittals confirming conformance with these specifications are required for precast inlet sections, cover, and lid.

Required submittals shall include Test Reports and Product Data.

Measurement & Payment: Measurement and payment for this item will be paid for at the contract price for each.

Payment for this item shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools and equipment, and completing all work related to installing curb inlets, including but not limited to:
 removal and demolition of any existing facilities necessary to install drop inlets including existing drop inlets or other drainage structures,
 removal and disposal of material,
 excavation,
 backfilling and compaction,
 replacement of pavement around structures as needed,
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 pipe connection grouting,
 installation of new curb inlet to line and grade, and no additional compensation will be allowed.

Item # 5 Drop Inlet (Combo Inlet)
Combo Inlets shall conform to Detail 4, Sheet C-4 of the plans. Precast bases may be allowed with City Engineer’s approval. Drop Inlet precast hood and cover shall be approved by the City Engineer and shall be installed per manufacturer’s recommendations. Inlet lids shall include a pick hole. The exposed concrete surface shall be broom finished. The cast iron shall be dipped in black bituminous paint, conform to ASTM 48-30 and bearing surfaces shall be machine beveled to assure a close non-rocking fit.

All concrete used in drop inlets shall have a compressive strength of not less than 3,000 psi at twenty-eight (28) days of age. The aggregates, Portland cement, and concrete shall comply with the provisions of ASTM Designation C 144, ASTM Designation C 150, Type II. The concrete mix shall be approved by the City Engineer and shall include not less than six (6) bags of Portland cement per cubic yard. When directed by City Engineer, Contractor shall have compressive strength tests made of the concrete to be used in accordance with ASTM Standard Specifications.

All silt and debris shall be removed from drop inlets. This shall include all existing silt and debris plus any material accumulated during the Contractor's operation.

Measurement & Payment: Measurement and payment for this item will be paid for at the contract price for each.

Payment for this item shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools and equipment, and completing all work related to installing combo inlets, including but not limited to:
 removal and demolition of any existing facilities necessary to install drop inlets including existing drop inlets or other drainage structures,
 removal and disposal of material,
 pipe connection grouting,
 excavation,
 backfilling and compaction,
 thoroughly cleaning structure prior to project completion,  installation of new combo inlet to line and grade, and no additional compensation will be allowed.

Item # 6 15” SDR 35 Storm Drain
All 15” SDR 35 storm drain pipe shall conform to the provisions of Section 64, “Plastic Pipe,” of the Standard Specifications. Pipe installation shall conform to Detail 1, Sheet C-4 of the Plans.

Attention is directed to Section 7-1.08, "Public Convenience," of the Standard Specifications.

Storm drain pipe shall be installed on the alignment and grade as shown on the Plans and shall be laid upgrade.

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Trench excavation and backfill shall conform to the details on the Plans, City Standards, and these Special Provisions.

To insure the safety of worker and to protect and to facilitate the work, sufficient bracing and shoring shall be installed in all excavations to conform to OSHA requirements.

Bedding and initial backfill material shall be crushed rock or gravel conforming to the bedding material in Section

2.25 of these plans and specifications.

Place the initial backfill material one (1) foot above the top of the pipe.

For a minimum distance of five (5) feet from the open end of the pipe, not protected by a headwall or inlet structure, the bedding and initial backfill material shall consist of native materials. Compaction of the bedding and initial backfill material shall be accomplished by shovel slicing, or other means as directed by City Engineer, to assure that all voids under the pipe haunches are filled. Trenches shall not be open longer than the time required to place the pipe and backfill to the adjoining grade. Trenches shall be backfilled the same day within the allowable working hours.

No separate measurement will be made for connections to new inlets, manholes, junction structures, and catch basins. Connections to existing structures shall conform to Item 8 of these specifications.

Unless otherwise specifically permitted by the City, all pipes shall be laid upgrade and in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. No pipe shall be laid which is cracked, checked, spalled or damaged and which, in the opinion of the City Engineer, is unsuitable for use. Stub-outs shall be capped with appropriately sized end caps, installed per manufacturer’s instructions, prior to backfilling.

Proper implements, tools and facilities satisfactory to the City Engineer shall be provided and used by the Contractor for the safe and efficient execution of the work. All pipe, fittings, and accessories shall be carefully lowered into the trench by means of derrick, ropes or other suitable equipment in such a manner as to prevent damage to pipe and fittings. Under no circumstances shall pipe or accessories be dropped or dumped into the trench. The pipes and accessories shall be inspected for visible defects prior to lowering into the trench. Any visible defective or unsound pipe shall be replaced.

The line and grade of existing utilities designated to remain shall not be altered. Any leakage caused in existing utilities by reason of the Contractor’s operations shall be immediately repaired at the Contractor’s expense.

If found, existing water lines shall be supported in-place to maintain service during construction. The Contractor shall be responsible for any damage to the water lines during construction and any damage resulting from improper backfilling techniques.

If found, existing sewer lines shall be supported in-place to maintain service during construction. The Contractor shall be responsible for any damage to the sewer lines during construction and any damage resulting from improper backfilling techniques.

Following the removal of existing storm drains, the resulting holes at the drainage structure shall be filled with Class II Aggregate Base and compacted in accordance with Section 19 of the Standard Specifications and the City Standards.

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Submittals:

Submittals confirming conformance with these specifications are required for pipe material, fittings, aggregate base, and pipe bedding material. Required submittals shall include Test Reports and Product Data.

Measurement & Payment: Measurement and payment for this item will be paid for at the contract price per linear foot. Footage shall be measured by the centerline of actual pipe laid between structures. Payment for this item shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and completing all work related to placing 15” SDR 35 storm drain pipe as defined in this section and as shown on the plans, including, but not limited to:
 all trenching and trench shoring if necessary,
 placing pipe to line and grade,
 trench backfill,
 compaction,
 resurface trench,
 control of groundwater,
 excavation,
 removal of existing storm drain pipe as necessary,
 plugging of abandoned pipes where encountered,
 disposal of materials,
 temporary paving and/or plating as required by the City Engineer, and no additional compensation will be allowed.

Item # 7 12” SDR 35 Storm Drain
All 12” SDR 35 storm drain pipe shall conform to the provisions of Section 64, “Plastic Pipe,” of the Standard Specifications. Pipe installation shall conform to Detail 1, Sheet C-4 of the Plans.

Technical Specifications and Measurement and Payment for this item shall conform to Item #6 15” SDR 35 Storm Drain, except in pipe size.

Item # 8 Connect to Existing Drainage Structure
Connection to existing manhole shall conform to City Standards. Knock out wall or remove existing pipe as shown on the Plans. Place new pipe at grade noted on Plans. Resulting void shall be grouted completely.

The existing pipe inside structure shall be screened or plugged during construction to prevent mortar or other debris from entering the system.

Structure shall be cleaned of all debris, including any previously existing debris along with construction material after work is complete.

After connection is made to a drainage structure, cut the pipe off flush with inside wall so that no pipe protrudes into the manhole. Annular space and pipe end shall be grouted with a smooth finish. Any screening shall be removed.

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All pipe entering or leaving concrete structure shall have a standard manhole gasket, as supplied by the pipe manufacturer, firmly clamped around the pipe exterior and cast into the structure base or near the structure wall center as a water stop.

Measurement & Payment: This item will be paid for at the contract price for each connection to existing drainage structure, which shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment and incidentals, and for doing all the work involved in connecting to existing storm drain manholes as described in this section, including but not limited to:
 excavation, backfilling, and compaction
 any necessary shoring
 removal and disposal of material
 control of groundwater
 installation of new pipe to line and grade
 couplers and other fittings as needed
 plugging and abandoning existing pipes as necessary
 removal of existing pipe or structure wall as needed
 grouting and cleaning existing structure
No additional compensation will be allowed.

Item # 9 New Water Service
1” water service shall conform to Detail 8, Sheet C-5, of the Plans. This item includes abandoning any existing services left in place.

Existing meter shall be centered and spaced with new meter box to facilitate easy reading from the reader lid opening and also to allow easy operation of both shutoff valves.

The locator wire shall be soldered to the main locator wire and sealed with a waterproof material. A locator wire shall visibly terminate within each box. New meter services shall be connected with new customer service lines to be provided by the Contractor and included in the new service bid item at no additional cost.

Existing meter may be relocated at City Engineer’s request or with City Engineer’s prior approval.

Pipe Saddles for service line connections shall be double strap, brass, for C.I.O.D. mains, Model 202B-1212-Tap (10") as manufactured by Ford Meter Box Company, Inc. or approved equal.

Corporation Stops shall be Ballcorps Model FB500, MIP x MIP as manufactured by Ford Meter Box Company, Inc. or an approved equal. Provide Mueller Insta-Tite or approved alternate for connection to service line.

Corporation Stops shall be installed at a 90-degree angle to the trench.

Meter Box shall be concrete single service and shall be Model Christy B16 with B16-G reader lid, or approved equal. Meter boxes shall be set level with the top of the meter box flush with finished grade in improved areas.

The top of the meter box shall be 2" above grade in unimproved areas and set in Class II Aggregate Base.

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Angle Meter Stop shall be Model J-1966-w/Lock Wing as manufactured by James Jones Company, or approved equal.

Check Valve shall be brass Model HS38-323 F Meter x MIP as manufactured by Ford Meter Box Company, Inc. or approved equal.

Customer shut-off valve shall be brass Model #B-103 as manufactured by Stockham, or approved equal. Valve shall be located as close to the meter as possible.

Service pipe shall be 1” Polyethylene (PE) pipe manufactured by Yardley or Westflex, Class 200 SDWR IPS SDR9 ASTM D-2239 or approved equal. Special care shall be used in installing service lines to insure that nominal 32" bury depth is attained throughout the length of line. Tubing connection at the main shall be provided with a partial "U" bend to allow for pipe flexing and for protection from pullout if another excavator should dig into the pipe.

New U branch shall be 1”x ¾” brass reducing U branch manufactured by Ford Meter Box Company, Inc. or approved equal. Tee and other fittings and any additional PE or PVC pipe necessary to connect to new meter and timer assembly described under Item 10 shall be included in this Item.

New service lines shall be coupled to existing services by connectors compatible with the existing pipe material.

Where services and meters are being relocated, additional plumbing will be required to connect to the existing service from the new meter location. All necessary materials to make these connections shall be provided by the contractor and included in the price for this item.

Submittals:

Submittals confirming conformance with these specifications are required for pipe material, fittings, restraints, disinfection method, aggregate base, and pipe bedding material. Required submittals shall include Test Reports and Product Data.

Measurement & Payment: Measurement and payment for this item will be paid for at the contract price for each new service. Payment for this item shall be full compensation for furnishing all labor, equipment, tools, related fittings and appurtenances to install new water services and meters (including new meter boxes), including but not limited to:
 Trenching, boring, or pulling service lines.
 Excavation and backfill.
 Provision and installation of new meter box to line and grade.  Provision and installation of all saddles, fittings, valves, and other appurtenances necessary.  Connection to new and existing meters.
 Provision and installation of 1” PE water service pipe.  Connection to existing customer service line, including any fittings or other appurtenances necessary.

No additional compensation will be allowed.

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Item # 10 Install New Meter, Check Valve, and Timer
Timer assembly for this item shall be DIG 710A Series Single Station Battery Operated Controller or approved equal.

Valve shall be Straight Dual Cartridge Check Valve manufactured by Ford Meter Box Company, Inc. or approved equal. All fittings shall be wrapped with Teflon tape. No pipe cement is to be used on valve.

Installation shall conform to the Irrigation Schematic on sheet C-5 of the Plans and to the manufacturer’s instructions. The valve and timer assembly shall be located and installed inside meter box. Contractor shall determine and furnish all essential fittings and appurtenances. Valve and timer assembly shall be housed in utility boxes as shown on the Plans.

Water Meter will be provided by City and shall be 5/8” HR-E Cold Water Bronze Disc Meter Model BR25 manufactured by Badger Meter, Inc. with ORION CE endpoint, which records usage in cubic feet, or approved equal. Meters shall conform to ANSI/AWWA Standard C700, comply with ANSI/NSF Standard 61, and have a maximum operating pressure of 150 PSI and a maximum continuous operating flow of 15 gallons per minute.

New Meter Box shall be concrete single service and shall be Model Christy B24 with B24-G reader lid, or approved equal. Meter boxes shall be set level with the top of the meter box flush with finished grade in improved areas. The top of the meter box shall be 2" above grade in unimproved areas and set in Class II Aggregate Base.

Submittals:

Submittals confirming conformance with these specifications are required for the provision and installation of a new water meter, check valve, & timer assembly. Required submittals shall include Product Data.

Measurement & Payment: This item will be paid for at the contract lump sum price, which shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment and incidentals, and for doing all the work involved in planting and installing meter, check valve, & timer assembly, including, but not limited to:
 Excavation and backfilling
 removal and disposal of soil and other material
 provision and installation of new B24 meter box and lid to line and grade  installation of new meter
 provision and installation of check valve, fittings, meter box, and timer assembly  provision and installation of all necessary fittings and appurtenances  any other work required to install street trees not specifically designated in the plans or specifications, and no additional compensation will be allowed.

Item # 11 Install New Deep Root Watering Device
Deep Root Watering Devices shall be Rain Bird RWS-B-C1402 or approved equal. Devices shall be installed as shown on Detail 9, Sheet C-5 of the Plans and per manufacturer’s instructions. Root watering assembly shall include check valve, bubbler, and grate. Bubbler shall emit 0.5 gallons per minute. Assembly shall include 4” grate. Grate shall be set flush with finished grade of surrounding planter ground.

Contractor shall determine and furnish all essential fittings and appurtenances.

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Submittals
Submittals confirming conformance with these specifications are required for the deep root watering device assembly. Required submittals shall include Product Data.

Measurement & Payment
This item will be paid for at the unit price for each, which shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment and incidentals, and for doing all the work involved in installing Deep Root Watering Device Assemblies, including, but not limited to:
 excavation and backfilling
 removal and disposal of soil and other material
 provision and installation of watering device assemblies  provision and installation of all necessary fittings and appurtenances  any other work required to install Deep Root Watering Device Assemblies not specifically designated in the plans or specifications, and no additional compensation will be allowed.

Item # 12 ½” PVC Irrigation Pipe
Irrigation pipe shall be installed as shown on the Irrigation Schematic on sheet C-5 of the plans. Pipe shall be ½” Schedule 40 polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipe with a pressure rating of 160 psi or greater. Irrigation pipe shall be installed no less than 6”, and no more than 12”, behind the new sidewalk and at a depth of 18” below sidewalk grade, as shown on the plans. Pipe shall be primed and glued per pipe manufacturer’s instructions.

Contractor shall determine and furnish all essential fittings and appurtenances, whether PVC, brass, polyethylene, or other necessary material, including, but not limited to, tees, couplers, elbows, adhesive, and tape, as part of this Item, unless otherwise specified.

Submittals:

Submittals confirming conformance with these specifications is required for polyvinyl chloride and polyethylene pipes. Required submittals shall include Test Reports and Product Data.

Measurement & Payment: This item will be paid for at the unit price per linear foot, which shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment and incidentals, and for doing all the work involved in placing and installing irrigation pipe and fittings, including, but not limited to:
 excavation and backfilling
 removal and disposal of soil and other material
 provision and installation of PVC pipe, PE pipe, and all necessary fittings  cutting and capping pipe
 any connections necessary that are not included in other items  any other work required to install irrigation pipe not specifically designated in the plans or specifications, and no additional compensation will be allowed.

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Item # 13 PVC Cross-Sidewalk Drain
Existing cross sidewalk drains and new cross sidewalk drains specified on the Contract Plans shall be replaced according to the specifications provided in this section. New cross sidewalk drains specified on these plans shall be constructed the same with the only variation being the connection at the back of sidewalk.

Three (3) to four (4) inch diameter schedule 40 PVC shall be placed as needed to connect existing sidewalk drains. New pipe outlet shall be flush with curb. Contractor shall provide necessary couplers to achieve a watertight connection to existing drain pipes at back of sidewalk where necessary.

Wire mesh or #4 rebar shall be placed over the new pipe as shown on Detail 20, Sheet C-6. All concrete shall be Class A, containing no less than six sacks of cement per cubic yard.

Replacement of curb and gutter necessary to install cross drains shall conform to Item 16 of these specifications.

Curb and gutter replacement for cross drains shall be considered part of this item.

Where no joint exists between concrete or asphalt concrete to be removed and concrete or asphalt concrete to remain in place, the concrete or asphalt concrete shall be cut in a neat line to a minimum depth of 0.17 foot with a power driven saw before the concrete or asphalt concrete is removed.

Cross sidewalk drains shall conform to Detail 20, Sheet C-6 of the plans.

Measurement & Payment: Measurement and payment for this item will be paid for at the contract price for each.

The price shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, and equipment, and doing all work involved in constructing cross sidewalk drains as defined in this section and as shown on the Plans, including, but not limited to:
 saw-cutting existing concrete,
 excavation,
 removal and disposal of existing facilities and materials,  provision and installation of new pipe and adaptors as needed,  backfilling and compaction,
 replacing curb and gutter where removal is necessary,  any other items necessary to construct cross sidewalk drains not specifically designated in the plans or these specifications, and no additional compensation will be allowed.

Item # 14 Trench Drain and Grate
Subgrade preparation shall conform to the provisions of Section 19 of the State Standard Specifications. A relative compaction of 95% is required. Subgrade at each location shall be inspected prior to placement of concrete.

The trench drain shall be constructed of Portland cement concrete and in accordance with Contract Plans and these Technical Specifications. The concrete shall attain a minimum compressive strength of 3000 psi at 28 days, and shall contain not less than six sacks of cement per cubic yard. Maximum slump of the concrete shall be 4 inches, as determined in accordance with ASTM C-143.

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The Contractor shall remove and replace defective concrete work with new materials at no additional cost.

Permission to patch any defective areas shall not be a waiver of the Public Works Director’s right to require complete removal of defective work if patching does not restore quality and appearance of work.

The grate shall be similar to the “Angle” grate with dimensions 24”x24” as manufactured by Urban Accessories or approved equal. The anchoring system and installation shall be according to manufacturer’s specifications and recommendations. The channel reinforcement shall conform to City Standard No. 411 and the grate shall meet all ADA requirements for pedestrians. The Contractor shall remove all debris and perform all cleanup work to the satisfaction of the City Engineer within 3 working days after the forms have been removed at any location.

The Contractor shall remove all debris and perform all cleanup work to the satisfaction of the Public Works Director within 3 working days after the forms have been removed at any location.

Measurement & Payment:

This item will be paid for at the contract price per linear foot. The price shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, and equipment, and doing all work included in constructing a trench drain and grate complete in place as specified in this section and shown on the plans, including, but not limited to:
 finishing and placing expansion joint filler,
 reinforcing steel rebar and/or wire mesh,
 excavating,
 saw cutting,
 removing and disposing of existing concrete and asphalt concrete,  and any other items necessary to install a sidewalk underdrain and grate not specifically enumerated in the plans or these specifications, and no additional compensation will be allowed.

Item # 15 Sidewalk
Sidewalk shall conform to Detail 15, Sheet C-6. Removals shall begin and end where marked by the City’s representative.

This work will include the removal and disposal of sidewalk as indicated on the plans. The point of beginning and termination of removal shall be verified and identified in the field with the City Engineer for approval before any work is performed. All material will be hauled off site and properly disposed of. If a section of sidewalk is to be removed it shall be saw-cut full depth and separated from the remaining sidewalk without damaging the section that is to remain.

Where no joint exists between concrete or asphalt concrete to be removed and concrete or asphalt concrete to remain in place, the concrete or asphalt concrete shall be cut in a neat line to a minimum depth of 0.17 foot with a power driven saw before the concrete or asphalt concrete is removed. Joints between old and new Portland cement concrete shall be neat and free of defects. Saw-cutting may be required to achieve this effect. Where new PCC meets existing PCC, dowels shall be drilled and installed in existing concrete as directed by the City Engineer.

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Base material under curb and gutter and sidewalk shall comply with the provisions of Section 26, "Aggregate Bases" of the City Standards and shall be a minimum of 4 inches in compacted thickness or as specified on Contract Plans. Subgrade at each location shall be inspected prior to placement of concrete.

This work shall consist of constructing sidewalks of the form and dimensions shown on the plans, and as specified in the City Standards and these Technical Specifications. The sidewalk construction shall conform to City Standard No. 205 and City Standard No. 209 with respect to the weakened plain joint detail. The concrete shall attain a minimum compressive strength of 3000 psi at 28 days, and shall contain not less than six (6) sacks of cement per cubic yard. Maximum slump of the concrete shall be four (4) inches, as determined in accordance with ASTM C-143.

Lampblack shall be added to the concrete at a ratio of 1.5 pints per cubic yard.

The Contractor shall remove and replace defective concrete work with new materials at no additional cost.

Permission to patch any defective areas shall not be a waiver of the City’s right to require complete removal of defective work if patching does not restore quality and appearance of work.

No advertising impression, stamp, or mark of any description will be permitted on the surface of any concrete or cement finish without written permission from the City Engineer.

The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring all access ramps are ADA-compliant and meet current ADA codes for both access to building entrances and curb ramps.

The Contractor shall remove all debris and perform all cleanup work to the satisfaction of the City Engineer within 3 working days after the forms have been removed at any location. Conform grading and filling behind sidewalk shall be native soil at approximately 2:1 slope or as otherwise noted on the Project Plans.

Concrete shall be saw-cut along all removal lines. The Contractor shall install 4 inch diameter PVC sleeve to a depth of 9 inches where signs are to be installed in the new concrete. Score lines shall be made as shown on the plans.

Concrete sidewalk determined to be defective shall be removed and replaced to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. The City Engineer may allow grinding or patching defective sections at his discretion; however, patched or ground sections may still be found to be defective and require replacement at no cost to the City.

Submittals:

Submittals confirming conformance with these specifications are required for concrete mix design and aggregate base. Required submittals shall include Test Reports and Product Data.

Measurement & Payment: Measurement and payment for this item will be paid for at the contract price per square foot of all 4”-thick concrete sidewalk shown on the plans and not designated as “Pedestrian Ramp.” This price shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and doing all work included in constructing a concrete sidewalk complete in place as defined in this section, including, but not limited to:
 finishing and placing expansion joint filler
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 removal and disposal of material, including existing signs and poles as directed by the City Engineer
 constructing weakened plane joints
 excavating
 saw cutting
 removing and disposing of concrete
 conform grading and backfilling
 placement and compaction of aggregate base per Plan
 replacement of defective concrete to the satisfaction of the City Engineer  adjusting water meters, cleanouts, and other utility boxes to grade  temporary access ramps or traffic plates as needed
 any other items necessary to install a concrete sidewalk not specifically designated in the plans or these specifications, and no additional compensation will be allowed.

Item # 16 Stamped Colored Concrete
Removals shall begin and end at a joint only. At no time will the removal begin or end between joints.

This work will include the removal and disposal of sidewalk as indicated on the plans. The point of beginning and termination of removal shall be verified and identified in the field with the City Engineer for approval before any work is performed. All material will be hauled off site and properly disposed of under for this work. If a section of sidewalk is to be removed it shall be saw-cut full depth and separated from the remaining sidewalk without damaging the section that is to remain.

Where no joint exists between concrete or asphalt concrete to be removed and concrete or asphalt concrete to remain in place, the concrete or asphalt concrete shall be cut in a neat line to a minimum depth of 0.17 foot with a power driven saw before the concrete or asphalt concrete is removed. Joints between old and new Portland cement concrete shall be neat and free of defects. Saw-cutting may be required to achieve this effect. Where new PCC meets existing PCC, dowels shall be drilled and installed in existing concrete as directed by the City Engineer.

Base material under curb and gutter and sidewalk shall comply with the provisions of Section 26, "Aggregate Bases" of the City Standards and shall be a minimum of 4 inches in compacted thickness or as specified on Contract Plans. Subgrade at each location shall be inspected prior to placement of concrete.

This work shall consist of constructing sidewalks of the form and dimensions shown on the plans, and as specified in the City Standards and these Technical Specifications. The sidewalk construction shall conform to City Standard No. 205 and City Standard No. 209 with respect to the weakened plain joint detail. The concrete shall attain a minimum compressive strength of 3000 psi at 28 days, and shall contain not less than six sacks of cement per cubic yard. Maximum slump of the concrete shall be 4 inches, as determined in accordance with ASTM C143.

The Contractor shall remove and replace defective concrete work with new materials at no additional cost.

Permission to patch any defective areas shall not be a waiver of the Engineer’s right to require complete removal of defective work if patching does not restore quality and appearance of work.

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Concrete stamp shall be Lithotex Pavecrafters “Cobblestone Running Bond Pattern”, Order Number 3020 or approved equal. Application of stamp shall follow manufacturer’s instructions.

Stamped, colored concrete shall be Davis Colors “Brick Red” Color #160. Color shall be added at the concrete plant per manufacturer’s instructions.

No advertising impression, stamp, or mark of any description will be permitted on the surface of any concrete or cement finish without written permission from the City Engineer.

The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring all access ramps are ADA-compliant and meet current ADA codes for both access to building entrances and curb ramps.

The Contractor shall remove all debris and perform all cleanup work to the satisfaction of the City Engineer within 3 working days after the forms have been removed at any location.

Concrete shall be saw-cut along all removal lines. The Contractor shall install 4 inch diameter PVC sleeve to a depth of 9 inches where signs are to be installed in the new concrete. Score lines shall be made as shown on the plans.

Submittals:

Submittals confirming conformance with these specifications are required for concrete stamp, concrete color, concrete mix design and aggregate base. Required submittals shall include Test Reports and Product Data.

Measurement & Payment: Measurement and payment for this item will be paid for at the contract price per square foot of all 4”-thick, stamped, colored concrete. This price shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and doing all work included in constructing stamped, colored concrete complete in place as defined in this section, including, but not limited to:
 finishing and placing expansion joint filler
 constructing weakened plane joints
 excavating
 saw cutting
 removing and disposing of concrete
 placement and compaction of aggregate base per Plan
 provision of colored concrete
 provision of concrete stamp(s) as necessary
 replacement of defective concrete to the satisfaction of the City Engineer  adjusting water meters, cleanouts, and other utility boxes to grade  temporary access ramps or traffic plates as needed,
 any other items necessary to install a concrete sidewalk not specifically designated in the plans or these specifications, and no additional compensation will be allowed.

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Item # 17 Pedestrian Ramps
Pedestrian Ramps shall conform to Detail 18, Sheet C-6, as noted on the Plans, and City Standards. Base material under curb and gutter and sidewalk shall comply with the provisions of Section 26, "Aggregate Bases" of the City Standards and shall be a minimum of 4 inches in compacted thickness or as specified on Contract Plans.

Subgrade at each location shall be inspected prior to placement of concrete.

Concrete Handicap Ramps shall be constructed as shown on the plans and in accordance with City Standard No. 209, and these Technical Specifications.

Detectable warning surface for the access ramp shall be cast-in-place tactile tiles. Glue-down tiles may be permitted with approval of the City Engineer. The color shall be yellow. Detectable warning surface shall be installed in conformance with City Standard No. 209, these Technical Specifications and the manufacturer’s recommendations. The finished surface shall be free from blemishes.

The manufacturer shall provide a written five year warranty for prefabricated detectable warning surfaces, guaranteeing replacement when there is a defect in the dome shape, color fastness, sound-on-cane acoustic quality, resilience, or attachment. The warranty period shall begin upon acceptance of the project.

This work shall consist of constructing handicap ramps to dimensions shown on the plans, and as specified in the City Standards and these Technical Specifications. The concrete shall attain a minimum compressive strength of 3000 psi at 28 days, and shall contain not less than six sacks of cement per cubic yard. Maximum slump of the concrete shall be 4 inches, as determined in accordance with ASTM C-143.

Lampblack shall be added to the concrete at a ratio of 1.5 pints per cubic yard.

The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring all access ramps are ADA-compliant and meet current ADA codes for both access to building entrances and curb ramps.

Submittals:

Submittals confirming conformance with these specifications are required for concrete mix design, truncated dome mats, and aggregate base. Required submittals shall include Test Reports and Product Data.

Measurement & Payment: Measurement and payment for this item will be paid for at the contract price per square foot as measured between the “Pedestrian Ramp” limit lines shown on the Plans. This price shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and doing all work included in constructing a concrete pedestrian ramp complete in place as defined in this section and as shown on the Plans, including, but not limited to:
 finishing and placing expansion joint filler
 constructing weakened plane joints
 excavating
 saw cutting
 placement of truncated dome tiles
 relocation of existing signs
 removing and disposing of concrete
 placement and compaction of aggregate base per Plan
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 any other items necessary to install an access ramp not specifically designated in the plans or these specifications, and no additional compensation will be allowed Item # 18 Concrete Driveway
Driveways shall conform to Detail 19, Sheet C-6 and be constructed as shown on the Plans and in accordance with the City Standards (Standard Detail No. 210).

Base material under curb and gutter and sidewalk shall comply with the provisions of Section 26, "Aggregate Bases" of the City Standards and shall be a minimum of 4 inches in compacted thickness or as specified on Contract Plans. Subgrade at each location shall be inspected prior to placement of concrete.

All driveway approaches shall contain #4 rebar placed every 12” on center, each way; or #5 rebar placed every 16” on center, each way, as shown on the Plans.

This work shall consist of constructing driveways of the form and dimensions shown on the plans, and as specified in the City Standards Specifications and these Technical Specifications. The driveway construction shall conform to City Standard No. 210, unless otherwise indicated on the Plans. The concrete shall attain a minimum compressive strength of 3000 psi at 28 days, and shall contain not less than six sacks of cement per cubic yard.

Maximum slump of the concrete shall be 4 inches, as determined in accordance with ASTM C-143.

Lampblack shall be added to the concrete at a ratio of 1.5 pints per cubic yard.

Where no joint exists between concrete or asphalt concrete to be removed and concrete or asphalt concrete to remain in place, the concrete or asphalt concrete shall be cut in a neat line to a minimum depth of 0.17 foot with a power driven saw before the concrete or asphalt concrete is removed. Joints between old and new Portland cement concrete shall be neat and free of defects. Saw-cutting may be required to achieve this effect. Where new PCC meets existing PCC, dowels shall be drilled and installed in existing concrete as directed by the City Engineer.

Concrete driveways determined to be defective shall be removed and replaced to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. The City Engineer may allow grinding or patching defective sections at his discretion; however, patched or ground sections may still be found to be defective and require replacement at no cost to the City.

Reinforcement shall conform to the provisions in Section 52, "Reinforcement" of the State Standard Specifications.

Submittals:

Submittals confirming conformance with these specifications are required for concrete mix design and aggregate base. Required submittals shall include Test Reports and Product Data.

Measurement & Payment: Measurement and payment for this item will be paid for at the contract price per square foot for all concrete flatwork at least 6” thick and designated as a driveway on the Plans. The price shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and doing all work included in constructing a concrete driveway complete in place as defined in this section and as shown on the Plans, including, but not limited to:

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 finishing and placing expansion joint filler
 constructing weakened plane joints
 excavating
 saw cutting
 provision and placement of rebar
 removing and disposing of concrete
 temporary access ramps or traffic plates as needed,
 replacement of defective concrete to the satisfaction of the City Engineer,  placement and compaction of aggregate base per Plan
 adjusting water meters, cleanouts, and other utility boxes to grade,  any other items necessary to install a concrete sidewalk not specifically designated in the plans or these specifications, and no additional compensation will be allowed.

Item # 19 Curb and Gutter (30”)
Curb and Gutter shall conform to Detail 16, Sheet C-6. Removal shall begin and end at a joint only. At no time will the removal begin or end between joints.

This work will include the removal and disposal of curb and gutter as indicated on the plans. The point of beginning and termination of removal shall be verified for approval with the City Engineer or a City representative before any work is performed. All material will be hauled off site and properly disposed of under this item of work.

Sections of curb and gutter to be removed shall be separated from the remaining curb and gutter without damaging the section that is to remain. Removal of curb and gutter shall also include saw-cutting the adjacent asphalt pavement the distance from the face of gutter as shown on the plans and removing, disposing of the asphalt paving within this area in its entirety, and replacing asphalt to conform to existing grades. Asphalt quality shall conform to Item 26 of these specifications and conform shall be per Detail 16, Sheet C-6 of the plans.

Where no joint exists between concrete or asphalt concrete to be removed and concrete or asphalt concrete to remain in place, the concrete or asphalt concrete shall be cut in a neat line to a minimum depth of 0.17 foot with a power driven saw before the concrete or asphalt concrete is removed. Joints between old and new Portland cement concrete shall be neat and free of defects. Saw-cutting may be required to achieve this effect. Where new PCC meets existing PCC, dowels shall be drilled and installed in existing concrete as directed by the City Engineer.

Base material under curb and gutter and sidewalk shall comply with the provisions of Section 26, "Aggregate Bases" of the City Standards and shall be a minimum of 4 inches in compacted thickness or as specified on contract Plans. Subgrade at each location shall be inspected prior to placement of concrete.

Curb and gutter shall be Portland cement concrete and constructed in accordance with the Contract Plans, Section 73 of the City Standards, and as directed by the City Engineer. Curb drains shall be installed per details shown on Contract Plans.

Where no sidewalk exists behind new curb and gutter, existing surface shall be graded to conform as shown on Plans. Conform grading and filling behind curb shall be native soil at approximately 2:1 slope or as otherwise noted on the Project Plans.

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This work shall consist of constructing curbs and gutters of the form and dimensions shown on the plans, and as specified in the City Standards and these Technical Specifications. The construction shall conform to City Standard No. 205. The concrete shall attain a minimum compressive strength of 3000 psi at 28 days, and shall contain not less than six sacks of cement per cubic yard. Maximum slump of the concrete shall be 4 inches, as determined in accordance with ASTM C-143.

A 4-inch high letter 'W' for a water service or ‘S’ for a sewer lateral shall be legibly inscribed in the face of new and existing curbs at the location of each lateral. Where bends are required behind the curb to make a connection an additional 'W' or ‘S’ shall be legibly inscribed at the back of sidewalk where the connection to the existing lateral was made.

Lampblack shall be added to the concrete at a ratio of 1.5 pints per cubic yard.

Curb and gutter determined to be defective shall be removed and replaced to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.

The City Engineer may allow grinding or patching defective sections at his discretion; however, patched or ground sections may still be found to be defective and require replacement at no cost to the City.

Submittals:

Submittals confirming conformance with these specifications are required for concrete mix design and aggregate base. Required submittals shall include Test Reports and Product Data.

Measurement & Payment: Measurement and payment for this item will be paid for at the contract price per linear foot, which price shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and doing all work included in constructing a concrete curb and gutter complete in place as defined in this section, including, but not limited to:
 finishing and placing expansion joint filler,
 removal and disposal of material, including existing signs and poles as directed by the City Engineer,
 constructing weakened plane joints,
 excavating,
 saw cutting,
 removing and disposing of concrete,
 conform grading,
 temporary access ramps or traffic plates as needed,
 replacement of defective curb and gutter to the satisfaction of the City Engineer,  any other items necessary to install a concrete curb and gutter not specifically designated in the plans or these specifications, and no additional compensation will be allowed.

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Item # 20 6” Mountable Curb
Mountable curb shall be 6” in height by 12” in width and shall conform to Detail 15, Sheet C-6. Removal shall begin and end at a joint only. At no time will the removal begin or end between joints.

The point of beginning and termination of removal shall be verified for approval with the City Engineer or a City representative before any work is performed. All material will be hauled off site and properly disposed of under this item of work.

Base material under curb and gutter shall comply with the provisions of Section 26, "Aggregate Bases" of the City Standards and shall be a minimum of 4 inches in compacted thickness or as specified on contract Plans.

Subgrade at each location shall be inspected prior to placement of concrete.

Curb and Gutter shall be Portland cement concrete and constructed in accordance with the Contract Plans, Section 73 of the City Standards, and as directed by the City Engineer. Curb drains shall be installed per details shown on Contract Plans.

This work shall consist of constructing curbs and gutters of the form and dimensions shown on the plans, and as specified in the City Standards and these Technical Specifications. The construction shall conform to City Standard No. 205. The concrete shall attain a minimum compressive strength of 3000 psi at 28 days, and shall contain not less than six sacks of cement per cubic yard. Maximum slump of the concrete shall be 4 inches, as determined in accordance with ASTM C-143.

Lampblack shall be added to the concrete at a ratio of 1.5 pints per cubic yard.

Curb and gutter determined to be defective shall be removed and replaced to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.

The City Engineer may allow grinding or patching defective sections at his discretion; however, patched or ground sections may still be found to be defective and require replacement at no cost to the City.

Submittals:

Submittals confirming conformance with these specifications are required for concrete mix design and aggregate base. Required submittals shall include Test Reports and Product Data.

Measurement & Payment: Measurement and payment for this item will be paid for at the contract price per linear foot, which price shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and doing all work included in constructing a concrete curb and gutter complete in place as defined in this section, including, but not limited to:
 finishing and placing expansion joint filler,
 constructing weakened plane joints,
 excavating,
 saw cutting,
 removing and disposing of concrete,
 conform grading,
 temporary access ramps or traffic plates as needed,
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 any other items necessary to install a concrete curb and gutter not specifically designated in the plans or these specifications, and no additional compensation will be allowed.

Item # 21 Standing Vertical Curb
This work shall consist of constructing vertical curbs of the form and dimensions shown on the plans, and as specified in the City Standards (Standard Detail No. 205) and these Technical Specifications. The construction shall conform to City Standard No. 205. The concrete shall attain a minimum compressive strength of 3000 psi at 28 days, and shall contain not less than six sacks of cement per cubic yard. Maximum slump of the concrete shall be 4 inches, as determined in accordance with ASTM C-143.

Base material under the vertical curbs comply with the provisions of Section 26, "Aggregate Bases" of the City Standards and shall be a minimum of 4 inches in compacted thickness or as specified on Contract Plans.

Subgrade at each location shall be inspected prior to placement of concrete.

The standard vertical curb shall be Portland cement concrete and constructed in accordance with the Contract Plans, Section 73 of the City Standards, and as directed by the Public Works Director. Curb drains shall be installed per details shown on Contract Plans.

Lampblack shall be added to the concrete at a ratio of 1.5 pints per cubic yard.

Joints between old and new Portland cement concrete shall be neat and free of defects. Saw-cutting may be required to achieve this effect. Where new PCC meets existing PCC, dowels shall be drilled and installed in existing concrete as directed by the City Engineer.

Submittals:

Submittals confirming conformance with these specifications are required for concrete mix design and aggregate base. Required submittals shall include Test Reports and Product Data.

Measurement & Payment: Measurement and payment for this item will be paid for at the contract price per linear foot, which shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and doing all work included in constructing a standing vertical curb complete in place as defined in this section, including, but not limited to:
 finishing and placing expansion joint filler,
 constructing weakened plane joints,
 excavating,
 saw cutting,
 removing and disposing of concrete,
 temporary access ramps or traffic plates as needed,
 replacement of defective curb and gutter to the satisfaction of the Public Works Director,
 any other items necessary to install a concrete curb and gutter not specifically designated in the plans or these specifications, and no additional compensation will be allowed.

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Item # 22 Concrete Valley Gutter
Portland cement concrete valley gutter shall be constructed in conformance to the details and at the locations shown on the plans and in accordance with the City Standard No. 218 and these Technical Specifications.

All oil, paint, tire marks, and other discoloring shall be removed from the valley gutter by sandblasting prior to acceptance by the Public Works Director. Cement mortar will not be an acceptable substitute for sandblasting.

All new valley gutters shall contain #4 rebar placed every 12” on center, each way; or #5 rebar placed every 16” on center, each way, as shown on the Plans.

Joints between old and new Portland cement concrete shall be neat and free of defects. Saw-cutting may be required to achieve this effect. Where new PCC meets existing PCC, dowels shall be drilled and installed in existing concrete as directed by the City Engineer.

All soft, spongy, or otherwise unacceptable sub-base and/or subgrade material shall be removed and replaced with suitable material as required by the Public Works Director or authorized City representative.

Base material under valley gutter shall comply with the provisions of Section 26, "Aggregate Bases" of the City Standards and shall be a minimum of 6 inches in compacted thickness or as specified on contract Plans.

Subgrade at each location shall be inspected prior to placement of concrete.

Lampblack shall be added to the concrete at a ratio of 1.5 pints per cubic yard.

Concrete shall be cured in accordance with the requirements of Section 90-7 of the State Standard Specifications.

Concrete valley gutter determined to be defective shall be removed and replaced to the satisfaction of the Public Works Director. The Public Works Director may allow grinding or patching defective sections at his discretion; however, patched or ground sections may still be found to be defective and require replacement at no cost to the City.

Submittals:

Submittals confirming conformance with these specifications are required for concrete mix design, rebar, and aggregate base. Required submittals shall include Test Reports and Product Data.

Measurement & Payment: Measurement and payment for this item will be paid for at the contract price per square foot, which price shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and doing all work included in constructing a valley gutter as defined in this section and as shown on the Plans, including, but not limited to:
 finishing and placing expansion joint filler,
 providing and placing rebar,
 constructing weakened plane joints,
 excavating,
 saw cutting,
 removing and disposing of concrete,
 conform grading,
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 temporary access ramps or traffic plates as needed,
 replacement of defective curb and gutter to the satisfaction of the City Engineer,  any other items necessary to install a concrete curb and gutter not specifically designated in the plans or these specifications, and no additional compensation will be allowed.

Item # 23 Roadway Reconstruction
Construction shall conform to the “Typical Roadway Reconstruction” detail – Detail 13 on Sheet C-6 of the Plans.

Other miscellaneous removal at new curbs shall be per plan.

Roadway excavation shall not take place more than 24 hours prior to paving, unless otherwise approved by the City Engineer.

Saw Cutting and Pavement Removal: Saw cutting and pavement removal shall occur as needed to achieve the full appropriate section shown on the Plans, at the maximum depth shown and within all pavement reconstruction areas shown on the Plans.

Asphalt concrete and armor coats on streets or state highways shall be cut with a suitable tool before excavation.

Breaking of concrete or asphalt concrete or oil and rock screenings surface with excavation equipment will not be permitted.

All edges of asphalt surface will be cut very clean with a neat square edge true to alignment.

Pavement grinding may be substituted for saw cutting with approval of the City Engineer.

Removal of existing survey monuments is not permitted. Any existing survey monument damaged or destroyed by construction activities shall be replaced according to City Standards by a licensed land surveyor at the Contractor’s expense.

Asphalt Grinding: Grinding of asphalt concrete pavement may be performed as approved by the Engineer.

Grinding machines shall be equipped with a cutter head not less than 30 inches in width and shall be operated so as not to produce fumes or smoke. The grinding machine shall be capable of planning the pavement without requiring the use of a heating device to soften the pavement during or prior to the planning operation.

The depth, width and shape of the cut shall be as indicated on the typical cross-sections, details, or as directed by the Public Works Director or City representative. The final cut shall result in a uniform surface conforming to the typical cross-sections and details. The outside lines of the grinded area shall be neat and uniform. Grinding asphalt concrete pavement operations shall be performed without damage to the surfacing to remain in place.

Grinded widths of pavement shall be continuous except for intersections at cross-streets where the planning shall be carried around the corners and through the conform lines. Following grinding operations, a drop-off of more than 0.15-foot will not be allowed at any time between adjacent lanes open to public traffic.

When transverse joints are grinded in the pavement at conform lines; no drop-off shall remain between the existing pavement and grinded area when the pavement is opened to pubic traffic. If asphalt concrete has not been placed to the level of existing pavement before the pavement is to be opened to public traffic, a temporary PART II, SECTION 3: DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF BID ITEMS
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asphalt concrete taper shall be constructed. Asphalt concrete for temporary tapers shall be placed to the level of the existing pavement and tapers on a slope of 30:1, or flatter, to the level of the grinded area.

Asphalt concrete for temporary tapers shall be constructed of commercial quality asphalt concrete or cold mix asphalt concrete and may be spread and compacted by any method that will produce a smooth riding surface as approved by a City representative. Temporary asphalt concrete tapers shall be maintained continuously and when no longer needed completely removed, including the removal of all loose material from the underlying surface, before placing the permanent surfacing. Such removed material shall be disposed of outside the highway right-of-way in accordance with the provisions of Section 7-1.13 of the State Standard Specifications.

Operations shall be scheduled such that not more than 7 days shall elapse between the time when transverse joints are planed in the pavement at the conform lines and the permanent surfacing is placed at such conform lines.

The material grinded from the roadway surface, including material deposited in existing gutters or on the adjacent traveled way, shall be removed and disposed of by contractor. Removal operations of grinded material shall be concurrent with planning operations and follow within 50 feet of the grinder, unless otherwise directed by the City Engineer. The Contractor shall provide sediment control measures to prevent sediment from entering the storm drain system.

Any existing gutters or other facilities damaged by grinding or excavation shall be replaced according to the appropriate City Standards at the Contractor’s expense.

Roadway Aggregate Base Course: The aggregate base course shall be spread and compacted on the prepared subgrade. The total depth of excavation within the roadway shall be 17”, more or less, as shown on Detail 13, Sheet C-6 of the Plans. The base course material shall be 12” in depth and shall be compacted in two even lifts to a minimum relative compaction of ninety-five percent (95%).

Aggregate shall conform to the requirements of Section 26 of the Standard Specifications. Grading requirements will be for 3/4 inch Class II aggregate base.

Base material shall be used as shown on Detail 13, Sheet C-6, and shall be placed in conformity with the lines, grades, and dimensions as shown on the drawings. Base shall be compacted to a minimum relative compaction of ninety-five percent (95%).

Refer to Sections 2.07 “Dust Control,” 2.19 “Clearing, Grubbing, and Disposal,” 2.20 “Excavation,” and 2.30 “Compaction” for additional requirements.

Miscellaneous aggregate base course: Excavate and remove top 4” of existing material behind new curb and gutter as shown on Sheet C-2. New Class II AB conforming to this section shall be placed and compacted to a final relative compaction of 95%. Finished grade of base shall match new curb height.

Submittals:

Submittals confirming conformance with these specifications are required for aggregate base. Required submittals shall include Test Reports and Product Data.

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Measurement & Payment: Measurement and payment for this item will be paid for at the unit price per cubic yard of base installed. The price shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, and equipment, and doing all work involved in excavating the existing roadway and placing aggregate base course as defined in this section and as shown on the Plans, including, but not limited to: saw-cutting, excavation and/or grinding of the existing roadway, disposal of material, placement of new material, grading, and compaction. No additional compensation will be allowed.

Item # 24 Subgrade Fabric
Subgrade enhancement fabric shall be Mirafi 600X or approved equal and shall be placed where shown on the plans and at locations designated by the City Engineer.

Subgrade enhancement fabric shall be manufactured from one or more of the following materials: polyester, nylon, or polypropylene.

Subgrade enhancement fabric shall conform to the following:

Requirement
Specification Woven Non-Woven
Weight, grams per square meter, min.

ASTM Designation: D 5261 203 203
Grab tensile strength (25-mm grip), kilonewtons,
min. in each direction
ASTM Designation: D 4632

0.90 0.81
Modulus (Tensile strength at 10% Elongation)
kilonewtons, min. 1,200 NA
Elongation at break, percent min.

ASTM Designation: D 4632 35 max. 50 min.

Subgrade enhancement fabric shall be furnished in an appropriate protective cover that shall protect it from ultraviolet radiation and from abrasion due to shipping and handling, and shall remain in said cover until installation.

Subgrade enhancement fabric shall be accompanied by a Certificate of Compliance conforming to the provisions in Section 6-1.07, “Certificate of Compliance,” of the Standard Specifications.

The subgrade to receive the fabric, immediately prior to placing, shall conform to the compaction and elevation tolerance specified in Section 25-1.03, “Subgrade,” of the Standard Specifications and these special provisions and shall be free or loose or extraneous material and sharp objects that may be damage the fabric during installation.

Subgrade enhancement fabric shall be handled and placed in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations and shall be positioned longitudinally along the alignment, and pulled taut to form a wrinkle-free mat.

Adjacent borders of the fabric shall be overlapped a minimum of 18 inches.

The amount of subgrade enhancement fabric placed shall be limited to that which can be covered with aggregate base or other material, as shown on the plans, within 72 hours.

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Should the fabric be damaged during placing, the damaged section shall be repaired by placing a new piece of fabric over the damaged area. Said piece of fabric shall be large enough to cover the damaged area and to provide a minimum 3-foot overlap on all edges.

Damage to the fabric resulting from the Contractor’s vehicles, equipment, or operations shall be repaired at the Contractor’s expense.

During spreading and compaction of the aggregate base material or of other material placed immediately above the fabric, vehicles and equipment shall not be driven directly on the fabric. A sufficient thickness of material shall be maintained between the fabric and the equipment to prevent damage to the fabric.

Submittals:

Submittals confirming conformance with these specifications are required for fabric. Required submittals shall include Test Reports and Product Data.

Measurement & Payment: Measurement and payment for this item will be paid for at the unit price per square yard. The price shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, and equipment, and doing all work involved in placing subgrade fabric as described in this section and as shown on the Plans. No additional compensation will be allowed.

Item # 25 AC Dike
AC Dike shall be constructed as shown on Detail 12, Sheet C-6 of the Plans. HMA shall be Type A, 3/8” dike mix, otherwise conforming to Item 26 of these specifications.

The surface on which the asphalt curb is to be constructed shall be thoroughly cleaned and a tack coat applied by means of an approved spraying device prior to the placing of the curb. The material shall be extruded under pressure to obtain minimum density of 90% of the density obtainable for the same material compacted in the laboratory by the Marshall method.

Existing surface shall be graded to conform as shown on Plans behind new dike. Conform grading and filling behind dike shall be native soil at approximately 2:1 slope or as otherwise noted on the Project Plans.

Submittals:

Submittals confirming conformance with these specifications are required for asphalt mix design. Required submittals shall include Test Reports and Product Data.

Measurement & Payment: Measurement and payment for this item will be paid for at the contract price per linear foot. This price shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and doing all work included in constructing a AC dike complete in place as defined in this section, including, but not limited to:
 excavating,
 placing and compacting asphaltic concrete dike,
 saw cutting,
 removing and disposing of materials,
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 conform grading
 any other items necessary to install an AC dike not specifically designated in the plans or these specifications, and no additional compensation will be allowed.

Item # 26 Hot Mix Asphalt (3/4” mix)
Hot mix asphalt level course shall be placed according to Detail 13 on Sheet C-6, at a final thickness of no less than five inches (5”). Aggregate shall be Type A, ¾” maximum, medium for the asphalt concrete paving course.

Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) within the roadway shall be placed in two even lifts of 2-1/2” each.

Areas to be paved that are outside the main roadway paving area, such as asphalt driveway or curb conforms, shall be included in this Item. These areas shall be paved with ¾” HMA conforming to this Item, at a thickness shown on the plans.

Asphalt concrete pavement and the placing thereof shall conform to the requirements of Section 39, "Asphalt Concrete," of the City Standards and shall be compacted to no less than 93% unless otherwise approved by the City Engineer.

A minimum of two weeks prior to the placement of any asphalt concrete, the Contractor shall notify the City Engineer of which asphalt plant will be used to supply the mix. For any job, asphalt concrete shall be supplied from a single plant, unless approved otherwise by the City Engineer.

Asphalt binder to be mixed with aggregate for asphalt concrete surface, leveling, base, or open graded courses shall be Performance Grade (PG) 64-16, or as specified by the engineer at the time of paving.

Liquid anti-stripping agent (LAS) shall be added to the asphalt binder at a rate of 0.5% by weight of asphalt binder.

The LAS shall be AD-here LOF 65-00 or equivalent, and shall be stored, measured, and blended with the asphalt binder in accordance with the anti-stripping agent manufacturer’s recommended practice. The LAS can be added at the asphalt plant or at the refinery. When added at the asphalt plant, the equipment shall indicate and record the amount of:

LAS added. If added at the refinery, the shipping ticket from the refinery shall certify the type and amount of LAS added.

The asphalt concrete mixture, for asphalt concrete surface and asphalt concrete base, shall conform to the following requirements:

Minimum tensile strength ratio (TSR) of 70, and a minimum dry tensile strength of 65 pounds per square inch, based on California Test Method 371.

Prior to placement of new asphalt concrete, the Contractor shall clean the existing asphalt concrete surface in accordance with Section 39-4 of the State Standard Specifications. All traffic stripes and pavement markings shall be removed unless otherwise directed by the City Engineer or City representative. Traffic stripes and pavement markings shall be removed by sandblasting or grinding and shall not materially damage the existing pavement.

Where grinding is used, grinding of the pavement surface shall be limited to a maximum depth of 1/16”. Removal of pavement markers shall conform to the provisions of Sections 15-2.02C of the State Standard Specifications PART II, SECTION 3: DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF BID ITEMS
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and these Technical Specifications. Residue from the removal of traffic stripes, pavement markings, and pavement markers shall be swept or vacuumed from the street surface and disposed of immediately after removal. Residue shall not be allowed to enter the storm drain system or creeks and roadside ditches. Disposal shall be performed in accordance with Section 7-1.13 "Disposal of Material Outside the Highway Right of Way," of the State Standard Specifications.

A tack coat, as specified in Section 39 of the State Standard Specifications, shall be applied to all mating surfaces along lip of gutter and at conforms to existing pavement prior to placement of new asphalt concrete. Tack coat shall be diluted SS1 or CSS1, or undiluted RS-1 or CRS-1 type asphalt emulsion.

The amount of asphalt binder to be mixed with the aggregate will be specified by the City Engineer at the time of paving.

A drop-off of more than 0.15-foot will not be allowed at any time between adjacent lanes open to public traffic.

Attention is directed to Section entitled, "Traffic Management" of these Technical Specifications.

Side street and end of overlay conform section shall be as shown on City Standard No. 216, or as directed by the City Engineer or authorized representative.

At any time during the first 12 months from the time of placement of the asphalt concrete, the surface shall be visually inspected by the City. If signs of stripping of binder from aggregate or loss of aggregate is apparent, the City will core the asphalt concrete surface. The core samples will be tested for TSR. Asphalt concrete with a TSR less than 70 shall be remediated as required by the City Engineer.

Submittals:

Submittals confirming conformance with these specifications are required for asphalt mix design. Required submittals shall include Test Reports and Product Data.

Measurement & Payment: Measurement and payment for this item will be paid for at the contract price per ton of asphalt. All ¾” HMA paving will be paid for under this item, including asphalt conforms existing driveways and other areas, as noted on the plans, outside the main roadway paving area. The price shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, and equipment, and doing all work involved in placing the asphalt concrete section as defined in this section and as shown on the Plans, including, but not limited to:
 Saw-cutting and/or grinding of existing roadway.
 Removal and disposal of existing improvements.
 Placing tack coat.
 Provision and placement of temporary asphalt as required.  Placement of asphaltic concrete.
 Provision and placement of temporary traffic marking as required.  Any other items necessary to install asphalt concrete pavement not specifically designated in the plans or these specifications, and no additional compensation will be allowed.

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Item # 27 Raise Manholes
Existing manholes located within the street right of way shall be adjusted to conform to finished pavement grades in accordance with Section 15, “Existing Highway Facilities,” of the State Standard Specifications, the details on the plans and these Technical Specifications.

Prior to removal of an existing manhole frame, a platform shall be constructed in the manhole above the top of the sewer to prevent any dirt or debris from falling into the sewer. The platform shall remain in place until all work on the manhole has been completed and the asphalt concrete has been placed around the manhole. Prior to the removal of the platform from the manhole, all dirt and debris shall be removed.

All manhole frames and covers shall be adjusted to grade within 48 hours after placement of the finish course of asphalt concrete.

Trimming of taper sections will not be permitted.

All sections of the manhole grade rings shall be set in cement mortar the same day that the grade rings are placed. Asphalt concrete paving over cement mortar shall be installed by the end of the following calendar day.

All joints shall be smoothly plastered inside and out.

The top of the completed manhole shall contain at least one 3 inch grade adjustment ring.

Existing grade adjustment rings removed in the adjustment of manhole frames shall become the property of the Contractor and if undamaged and thoroughly cleaned of mortar may be reused in the work. If not so used, they shall be disposed of away from the site of work at the expense of the Contractor.

The manhole cover frame shall be reinstalled to align with the opening in the grade adjustment rings. Any frames that are misaligned by more than one-quarter inch shall be removed and reinstalled.

Contractor shall accurately locate and record the location of all utility manholes to be raised to grade and shall furnish the City Engineer a copy of said record prior to starting construction.

Measurement & Payment: Measurement and payment for this item will be paid for at the contract price for each manhole raised to grade after paving. This price shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment and incidentals, and doing all work included in raising manholes to grade as defined in this section and per City Standards. Payment for this item includes:
 removal and disposal of materials,
 provision of grade rings as needed,
 location of utility manholes,
 provision, placement, and finishing of concrete,
 raising of manholes to grade as described above.

No additional compensation will be allowed.

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Item # 28 Raise Valves, Monuments, Cleanouts
Existing valves and monuments located within the street right of way shall be adjusted to conform to finished pavement grades in accordance with Section 15, “Existing Highway Facilities,” of the State Standard Specifications, the details on the plans and these Technical Specifications.

Contractor shall accurately locate and record the location of existing valve boxes, cleanout boxes, and monument covers to be raised to grade and shall furnish the City Engineer a copy of said record prior to starting construction.

All sections of valve boxes, clean-out boxes, and monument cover grade rings shall be set in cement mortar the same day that the grade rings are placed. Asphalt concrete paving over cement mortar shall be installed by the end of the following calendar day.

All silt and debris shall be removed from valve boxes and monument vaults. This shall include all existing silt and debris plus any material accumulated during the Contractor's operation.

Measurement & Payment: Measurement and payment for this item will be paid for at the contract price for each valve, clean-out, or monument box raised to grade after paving. This price shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment and incidentals, and doing all work included in raising manholes to grade as defined in this section and per City Standards. Payment for this item includes:
 removal and disposal of materials,
 location of utility manholes,
 provision, placement, and finishing of concrete,
 raising of valve, clean-out, and monument boxes to grade as described above, and no additional compensation will be allowed.

Item # 29 White Thermoplastic Pavement Markings
Traffic stripes and pavement markings shall conform to City Standards Section A.2 – Traffic Control Specifications, these Technical Specifications, City Standard No. 706 & 707, and shall be placed at the locations shown on the plans.

This item includes all white thermoplastic pavement markings including letters, symbols, stop bars, parking brackets, and fog/direction lines. All white thermoplastic markings will be calculated and paid for by the final square footage of thermoplastic markings placed.

The furnishing and applying of thermoplastic pavement marking material shall conform to the requirements of the modified State Standard Specification No. 8-10-41G-21.

Glass beads applied to the surface of the molten thermoplastic material shall conform to the requirements of the modified State Standard Specification No. 8010-51J-22 (Type II).

Existing stripes and pavement markings which are damaged by the work shall be replaced. Replaced striped sections shall match existing sections. Pavement markings disturbed by construction shall be replaced in their entirety.

Submittals:

Submittals confirming conformance with these specifications are required for thermoplastic marking material and glass beads. Required submittals shall include Test Reports and Product Data.

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Measurement & Payment: will be paid for at the contract price per square foot. This price shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools and equipment, and doing all work involved in placing traffic stripes as defined in this section, including, but not limited to:
 furnishing all glass beads
 thermoplastic pavement marking material
 tape
 eradication of existing and temporary pavement markings and stripes  temporary pavement markings and traffic stripes
 replacement of damaged pavement markings and stripes
 pavement surface preparation
 any other work required to install pavement markings not specifically designated on the Plans or specifications, and no additional compensation will be allowed.

Item # 30 Yellow Thermoplastic Pavement Markings
Traffic stripes and pavement markings shall conform to City Standards Section A.2 – Traffic Control Specifications, these Technical Specifications, City Standard No. 706 & 707, and shall be placed at the locations shown on the plans.

The furnishing and applying of thermoplastic pavement marking material shall conform to the requirements of the modified State Standard Specification No. 8-10-41G-21.

Glass beads applied to the surface of the molten thermoplastic material shall conform to the requirements of the modified State Standard Specification No. 8010-51J-22 (Type II).

Existing stripes and pavement markings which are damaged by the work shall be replaced. Replaced striped sections shall match existing sections. Pavement markings disturbed by construction shall be replaced in their entirety.

Submittals:

Submittals confirming conformance with these specifications are required for thermoplastic marking material and glass beads. Required submittals shall include Test Reports and Product Data.

Measurement & Payment: will be paid for at the contract price per square foot. This price shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools and equipment, and doing all work involved in placing traffic stripes as defined in this section, including, but not limited to:
 furnishing all glass beads
 thermoplastic pavement marking material
 tape
 eradication of existing and temporary pavement markings and stripes  temporary pavement markings and traffic stripes
 replacement of damaged pavement markings and stripes
 pavement surface preparation
 any other work required to install pavement markings not specifically designated on the Plans or specifications, and no additional compensation will be allowed.

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Item # 31 Yellow Centerline (Skip)
Traffic stripes and pavement markings shall conform to City Standards Section A.2 – Traffic Control Specifications, these Technical Specifications, City Standard No. 707, and shall be placed at the locations shown on the plans.

The furnishing and applying of thermoplastic pavement marking material shall conform to the requirements of the modified State Standard Specification No. 8-10-41G-21.

Glass beads applied to the surface of the molten thermoplastic material shall conform to the requirements of the modified State Standard Specification No. 8010-51J-22 (Type II).

Existing stripes and pavement markings which are damaged by the work shall be replaced. Replaced striped sections shall match existing sections. Pavement markings disturbed by construction shall be replaced in their entirety.

Submittals:

Submittals confirming conformance with these specifications are required for thermoplastic marking material and glass beads. Required submittals shall include Test Reports and Product Data.

Measurement & Payment: will be paid for at the contract price per linear foot, measured as the total length of centerline as shown on the plans. This price shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools and equipment, and doing all work involved in placing traffic stripes as defined in this section, including, but not limited to:
 furnishing all glass beads
 thermoplastic pavement marking material
 tape
 eradication of existing and temporary pavement markings and stripes  temporary pavement markings and traffic stripes
 replacement of damaged pavement markings and stripes
 pavement surface preparation
 any other work required to install pavement markings not specifically designated in the plans or specifications, and no additional compensation will be allowed Item # 32 Yellow Centerline (Solid)
All Yellow Centerline (Solid) shall conform to specifications provided under Item #31 and the project Plans, and shall be placed at the locations shown on the Plans.

Measurement for solid yellow centerline includes measurement of each individual 4” stripe. All other requirements of this section shall conform to the Technical Specifications and Measurement & Payment sections of the above described Item #31.

Item # 33 Reflective Yellow Curb Paint
Rapid dry yellow paint shall dry to a condition so that there will be no traffic pickup in 30 seconds, and which shall be completely dry in not more than 3 minutes when preheated to 430 C to 820 C (1100 F to 1800 F) in proper equipment before application.

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Reflective material shall consist of glass beads added to the surface of the final coat of paint prior to setting, so that the beads have proper adhesion. Special care shall be taken with rapid dry paint and thermoplastic materials.

Glass beads shall conform to and shall be State Specification 8010-004 (Type II) mechanically applied at a rate of 6 to 8 pounds of beads per gallon (0.7 to 1.0 kg of beads per liter) of paint, curbs and crosswalks by use of a dispensing device developed for this purpose or other methods approved by the Engineer.

The Engineer may authorize the use of paint containing pre-mixed glass beads. The type, gradation, quantity, and quality of the pre-mixed glass beads shall be approved prior to the manufacture of the paint. In addition to the specified pre-mixed beads, 0.25 to 0.35 kilograms of beads per liter (2 to 3 pounds of beads per gallon) of paint shall be mechanically applied when the paint is applied. Reflective concrete paint shall be manufactured by AMES, Noxton, or approved equal.

All paint shall meet the requirements of the appropriate air pollution control district.

Submittals:

Submittals confirming conformance with these specifications are required for paint material and glass beads.

Required submittals shall include Test Reports and Product Data.

Measurement & Payment: will be paid for at the contract price per linear foot. This price shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools and equipment, and doing all work involved in placing traffic stripes as defined in this section, including, but not limited to:
 furnishing all glass beads
 paint marking material
 tape
 eradication of existing and temporary markings and stripes  temporary curb markings
 replacement of damaged markings and stripes
 surface preparation
 any other work required to install reflective curb markings not specifically designated in the plans or specifications, and no additional compensation will be allowed Item # 34 Red Curb Paint
The curb marking paint shall be vinyl acrylic with MPI Gloss Level 1 and conform to the MUTCD and City Standards.

All surfaces must be cured, firm, dry, and cleaned free of dust, dirt, oil, grease, wax, chalky or loose paint, rust, loose mill scale, bond breakers and curing compounds, efflorescence, asphalt stains, mildew or any other contamination or condition that would adversely affect the performance of the coating.

Sand glossy, glazed or dense surfaces: Fill holes and surfaces irregularities with a suitable patching compound to match the surface profile.

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Spray, roll, brush or striping equipment: Do not apply when material, air, and/or surface temperature are below 50°F or if rain is imminent. Extremely high or low temperature or periods of high relative humidity may adversely affect dry time. Stir thoroughly before and during use. Maintain a wet edge to avoid lap marks.

Measurement & Payment: will be paid for at the contract price per linear foot, which price shall include full compensation for furnishing all equipment, tools, and labor, and doing all the work involved in painting curbs as defined in Item #34 of the Technical Specifications, including, but not limited to:
 vinyl acrylic material
 tape
 eradication of existing and temporary curb markings
 replacement of damaged markings
 curb surface preparation
 and any other work required to install curb markings not specifically designated in the plans or specifications, and no additional compensation will be allowed.

Item # 35 New Street Sign
New street signs shall be mounted on existing poles using appropriately sized round pole mounting brackets.

Contractor shall measure size of existing poles and determine necessary brackets and fasteners.

The base metal of all signs shall conform to ASTM designation B209, of either 5052-H38 or 6061-T6 alloy, and shall conform to all other applicable current Caltrans specifications for sign material.

All signs shall be constructed using High Intensity encapsulated or prismatic lens sheeting and lettering. This sheeting and lettering shall hold a minimum warranty of 10 years. Signs shall also be graffiti resistant. Signs shall be installed per manufacturer’s instructions.

Signs shall be installed as per these specifications and facing traffic in the lane adjacent to which the sign is installed. "No Parking" signs shall be installed at a 30° angle toward the traveled way. All other signs shall be installed at an angle toward the traveled way per the sign manufacturer's reflective requirements.

Submittals:

Submittals confirming conformance with these specifications are required for signs. Required submittals shall include Product Data.

Measurement & Payment: This item will be paid for at the contract price per each new sign installed on existing poles, which shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools and equipment, and doing all work involved in installing new street signs as defined in this section and as shown on the Plans. No additional compensation will be allowed.

Item # 36 Set New Sign and Pole Complete
Roadside sign installation shall conform to City Standard No. 207, and 701-704, or as specifically approved by the Public Works Director. Unless otherwise specified by the Public Works Director, the thickness of all signs shall be

0.080 inches, except for overhead mounted signs which shall be 0.125 inches. Poles shall be installed per Detail 22, on Sheet C-7.

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The base metal of all signs shall conform to ASTM designation B209, of either 5052-H38 or 6061-T6 alloy, and shall conform to all other applicable current Caltrans specifications for sign material.

All signs shall be constructed using High Intensity encapsulated or prismatic lens sheeting and lettering. This sheeting and lettering shall hold a minimum warranty of 10 years.

Signs shall be installed as per these specifications and facing traffic in the lane adjacent to which the sign is installed. "No Parking" signs shall be installed at a 30° angle toward the traveled way. All other signs shall be installed at an angle toward the traveled way per the sign manufacturer's reflective requirements.

Submittals:

Submittals confirming conformance with these specifications are required for signs. Required submittals shall include Product Data.

Measurement & Payment: This item will be paid for at the contract unit price for each sign and pole assembly installed, which shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools and equipment, and doing all work involved in installing signs as defined in this section and as shown on the Plans, including, but not limited to: excavation, foundation, and mounting. No additional compensation will be allowed.

Item # 37 Lower SS Lateral & Relocate Clean Out
Replace sewer laterals per Details 6 & 7, Sheet C-4, of the Plans and City Standard No. 309.

The depth of the sewer lateral shall be verified by the contractor. If the sewer lateral location is in conflict with the new storm drain, the sewer lateral shall be lowered by the contractor. Based on the depth of the two pipes, the length of pipe to be replaced will be determined by the City Engineer.

Pipe Laying: Where ground water occurs, pumping shall continue until backfilling has progressed to a sufficient height to prevent flotation of the pipe. Water shall be disposed of in such a manner as to cause no property damage or not be a hazard to public health or the environment.

Sewer pipe shall be installed on the alignment and grade as directed by City of Willits.

Sewer pipe shall be laid in straight lines and on uniform rates of grade. The interior of the pipe shall be free of foreign matter before lowering into the trench.

Abandon existing pipes where encountered per Detail 5, Sheet C-4, as shown on the Plans and as directed by City Engineer.

The pipe manufacturer's written instructions covering the installation of this pipe shall be closely followed unless otherwise directed by City of Willits or these plans and specifications. The trench shall not be backfilled until authorized by City of Willits. Pipe laying shall proceed upgrade with the spigots pointing in direction of flow.

Electro-optical grade setting devices must be used and shall be operated by a person proficient in its operation.

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Any section of pipe found to be defective or which has had grade or joints disturbed shall be re-laid by Contractor at Contractor’s expense.

Proper implements, tools and facilities satisfactory to City of Willits shall be provided and used by Contractor for the safe and efficient execution of the work. All pipe, fittings and accessories shall be carefully lowered into the trench by means of derrick, ropes, or other suitable equipment in such a manner as to prevent damage to pipe and fittings. Under no circumstances shall pipe or accessories be dropped or dumped into the trench. The pipe and accessories shall be inspected for visible defects prior to lowering into the trench. Any visibly defective or unsound pipe shall be replaced.

The line and grade of existing utilities shall not be altered. Any leakage caused in existing utilities by reason of Contractor’s operations shall be immediately repaired at Contractor’s expense.

Connection to existing lateral shall be made directly behind the new cleanout, unless otherwise directed by shown on the plans. Connection shall be made with Mission rigid coupler with a stainless steel band or approved equal.

Installation shall be per manufacturer’s instructions.

Service for all laterals must be maintained throughout construction.

Existing storm drains shall be supported in place with service maintained during construction. In any case, Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining the existing line and grade of the storm drains.

Existing water lines shall be supported in place with service maintained during construction. Contractor shall be responsible for any damage resulting from improper backfilling.

Existing sewer lines shall be supported in place with service maintained during construction. Contractor shall be responsible for damage to sewer lines during construction and any damage resulting from improper backfilling.

All sewer laterals shall be installed perpendicular to the curb unless otherwise shown on the Plans or approved by the Engineer. Any lateral that is not installed perpendicular to the curb shall have tracer wire installed in the following manner:

1. Wrap wire two times around wye connection at main and secure.

2. Lay both ends on top of and along the lateral to the cleanout and up the cleanout riser. Both ends of wire shall extend approximately 6 inches beyond riser.

3. Secure wire to top of lateral pipe at approximately 5 foot intervals. Ends of wire must be easily accessible inside the cleanout box.

Sewer Lateral and Services: Sewer lateral inverts shall be set above the midpoint of the sewer main.

Grades and Alignment: Service sewers shall be run in practical alignment at a uniform slope of not less than 1/4 inch per foot toward the main sewer; provided that where it is impractical due to the depth of the main sewer or to the structural features or the arrangement of any building or structure, to obtain a slope of 1/4 inch per foot, any such piping may have a slope of not less than 1/8 inch per foot when approved by City Engineer.

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A minimum separation of 3 feet shall exist between new sewer laterals and existing water services. If this separation requirement cannot be met the Contractor shall notify the Engineer immediately for direction prior to continuing work on this lateral. In all cases, a minimum of 5 feet separation is required between new sewer laterals and new water services.

Pipe Cover and Clearance: Lateral sewers shall be installed at sufficient depth to serve the parcel involved, but in no case less than three (3) feet clear cover at the property line.

Building sewers shall have a clear cover of eighteen (18) inches minimum from finished grade. Where clear cover is less than eighteen (18) inches, cast iron pipe shall be used. Where building sewers are located in or cross driveways of the property, ductile iron pipe shall be used.

In extreme cases such as in rocky terrain or very steep slopes, building sewers may be installed above-ground.

Special approval from City Engineer will be required. In such cases cast iron pipe shall be used along with special supports, anchors, etc. as required by City Engineer. In such cases Contractor shall prepare a drawing to scale showing the proposed construction and special details for City Engineer’s approval prior to commencing work.

All excavation and backfilling shall conform to sections 2.20 “Excavation” and 2.25 “Backfilling” of these specifications.

Clean-outs: Clean-outs shall conform to Detail 6, Sheet C-4. Clean-outs shall be placed 12” from the back of sidewalk, where sidewalk exists, unless otherwise shown on the plans.

Clean-out cover shall be Christy G-5 box with cast iron lid marked “sewer.” Frame shall be set flush with sidewalk grade where applicable. Where clean-out location is not in sidewalk, frame shall be set to grade.

Abandoned existing clean-outs shall be removed and disposed of at contractor’s expense.

Trenching and Backfilling:

Trench excavation and backfill shall conform to the details on the Plans, City Standards, and these Special Provisions.

To insure the safety of worker and to protect and to facilitate the work, sufficient bracing and shoring shall be installed in all excavations to conform to OSHA requirements.

Trenches shall not be open longer than the time required to place the pipe and backfill to the adjoining grade.

Trenches shall be backfilled the same day within the allowable working hours. Trench sections shall be covered with cold mix or temporary HMA immediately following backfill. Temporary paving shall be maintained until final paving is complete.

Submittals:

Submittals confirming conformance with these specifications are required for pipe material, clean-out assembly, fittings, clean-out box, aggregate base, and pipe bedding material. Required submittals shall include Test Reports and Product Data.

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equipment and incidentals, and for doing all the work involved in installing and relocating sanitary sewer laterals and clean-outs, as described in this section, including but not limited to:
 excavation, backfilling, and compaction
 all trenching and trench shoring
 removal and disposal of material
 protection of any existing utilities
 control of groundwater
 installation of new pipe to line and grade
 connection to new sewer main
 temporary bypass to maintain customer connection to live sewer as needed  couplers and other fittings as needed
 provision and installation of new clean-outs, boxes, and lids  connections to existing laterals including all necessary fittings and couplers  plugging and abandoning existing pipes as necessary
 abandoning existing clean-outs
 temporary paving and/or plating as required by the City Engineer, and no additional compensation will be allowed.

Item # 38 Street Tree
Trees for this item shall be “Keith Davey” Chinese Pistache, or Pistachia chinensis.

Trees shall be 24” box, container grown, and a size not less than 8 ft. in height, nor less than 2 inches caliper.

Trees shall be free of diseases and pest infestations and shall conform to the American Standard for nursery stock. Plant material shall be first class representatives of their species or variety. Trunks shall be straight and canopy shall be uniform and evenly dispersed. Tree may be rejected if it is not of a shape or condition acceptable to the city.

The tree shall be planted with a minimum 18" deep linear root barrier, per Detail 11, Sheet C-5 of the Plans. The entire area of the tree opening, in the dimensions shown on the Plans, shall be excavated to a depth that is equal to the height of the root ball, plus 4 inches. The finished height of the root ball shall be 3 inches above the finished grade of backfill. Finished grade backfill soil shall be 1 inch below the finished grade of adjacent concrete and/or pavers. The City, upon 48 hour notification, shall inspect holes prior to planting trees. Install deep watering perforated plastic pipes as shown on the Plans. Provide irrigation as shown on the Plans and per manufacturers’ specifications (see Items #9-12). Add vented drain inlet cap (color to match) on top of pipe.

Trees shall be planted in a mixture of 1/2 native soil with 25% (@ 1/3 cu.yd.) decomposed organic compost amendment for entire tree pit area x root ball depth (provide sample for approval). Install structural gap graded soil (structural soil) per manufacturer's specifications. Provide sample for approval prior to installing. Top 1 inch of backfill shall be chipped wood organic landscape mulch.

Trees shall be staked with 2 inch diameter by 8 ft. minimum length lodge pole pine stakes or equal. Trees shall be tied with minimum "cinch-tie 24" tree ties. Place ties 6 inches higher on stake from support point determined on tree trunk. Trees secured should remain erect using no less than 2 ties per tree. Provide 1 inch of slack for trunk growth.

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Project No. 2022-02
Trees shall be planted in the locations shown on the Plans. Trees shall be planted a minimum of 20 ft. apart.

Trees shall be planted a minimum of 30 ft. from curb returns, 15 ft. from street lights and 8 ft. From driveway, sewer laterals and water services, cable, gas lines, and fire hydrants, or as otherwise noted by the city.

Deep root barrier or approved equal shall be fabricated from a high density and high impact plastic such as polyvinyl chloride, ABS or polyethylene and have a minimum thickness of 0.08 inch. The plastic shall have 1/2 inch raised vertical ribs on the inner surface spaced not more than six (6) inches apart. The vertical root deflecting ribs shall be facing inward to the root ball and the top of the double edge shall be 1/2 inch above soil grade. Each panel shall be connected to form a circle around the root ball or joined in a linear fashion and placed along the adjacent hardscape surface.

The protection of existing vegetation: the existing streetscape shall be identified in the field prior to clearing and shall be physically protected throughout the construction process. A plan shall incorporate tree protection measures with a sturdy physical barrier, such as a fence, erected a minimum of 1 ft. outside the dripline or a minimum of 20 ft. from the tree's trunk, whichever is greater, on all sides. Required engineers' approval for use/ access into this zone is necessary for surface protection measures as is the health and safety of the public.

Provide and install slow-release fertilizer tablets: 20-10-5 two-year tree feeding tablets, per manufacturer’s instructions, at planting. Use Agri-Tab "Agsafe" planting tablets or approved equal per planting details.

Trees that show failure from planting operations after 90 days of City acceptance trees shall be replaced as specified and guaranteed as original plant material.

Submittals
Submittals confirming conformance with these specifications are required for trees, deep root barriers, soil amendment mix, and fertilizer tabs. Required submittals shall include Test Reports and Product Data.

Measurement & Payment
This item will be paid for at the contract price for each new street tree planted, which shall include full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment and incidentals, and for doing all the work involved in planting and installing street trees, including, but not limited to:
 excavation
 removal and disposal of soil and other material
 backfilling
 provision and installation of “Keith Davey” Pistachia chinensis street trees  fertilizer tablets
 amending soil
 placing root barrier
 tree staking
 provision and installation of wood mulch/chips
 any other work required to install street trees not specifically designated in the plans or specifications, and no additional compensation will be allowed.

City of Willits
Engineering Department 380 East Commercial St. Willits, California 95490-3188 C-1 CENTERLINE PLAN AND PROFILE VIEWS FOR BLOSSER LANE REHABILITATION PROJECT, PHASE I

PLAN VIEW

BLOSSER LANE CENTERLINE

PROFILE VIEW
STATION 0+00 - 9+00

PLAN VIEW

BLOSSER LANE CENTERLINE

PROFILE VIEW
STATION 9+00 - 13+25
City of Willits
Engineering Department 380 East Commercial St. Willits, California 95490-3188 C-2 CONCRETE FLATWORK, GRADING, AND STORM DRAIN SHEET STA. 4+00 - 13+00 BLOSSER LANE REHABILITATION PROJECT, PHASE I DETAIL "A"
DETAIL "B"
DETAIL "C"
DETAIL "D"
LEGEND:
15" SDR 35 STORM DRAIN

PROFILE VIEW
STATION 0+00 - 0+87

PLAN VIEW

PLAN VIEW
City of Willits
Engineering Department 380 East Commercial St. Willits, California 95490-3188 C-3 STRIPING & SIGNAGE PLAN AND CROSS SECTIONS BLOSSER LANE REHABILITATION PROJECT, PHASE I PLAN VIEW LEGEND:

TYPICAL CROSS-SECTION
STATION 0+00 - 3+70±

TYPICAL CROSS-SECTION
STATION 3+70 - 7+50±

TYPICAL CROSS-SECTION
STATION 7+75 & 9+02

TYPICAL CROSS-SECTION
STATION 8+00 - 8+75±

TYPICAL CROSS-SECTION
STATION 10+50 - 12+25±
City of Willits
Engineering Department 380 East Commercial St. Willits, California 95490-3188 C-4 STORM DRAIN & SEWER DETAILS BLOSSER LANE REHABILITATION PROJECT, PHASE I CURB INLET DETAIL CITY STD NO. 404 N.T.S. CURB CONFORM NOTES: PLAN SECTION A-A PLAN SECTION A-A ELEVATION NOTES: PRE-CAST CURB INLET HOOD DETAIL CITY STD NO. 403 N.T.S. 12" DIAMETER PIPE AND LARGER 10" DIAMETER PIPE AND SMALLER NOTES: ABANDONED PIPE PLUG DETAIL N.T.S. COMBO INLET DETAIL N.T.S. ROADWAYS NOTES: TRENCH WIDTH FOR HDPE PIPE TABLE 1 SEWER SERVICE LATERAL N.T.S. LATERAL PIPE MATERIAL TO BE 4" MINIMUM AND ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: LATERAL CONNECTIONS TO EXISTING MAINS: NOTES: STANDARD TRENCH DETAIL N.T.S. CITY STANDARD CLEANOUT DETAIL CITY STD. NO. 310 N.T.S.

City of Willits
Engineering Department 380 East Commercial St. Willits, California 95490-3188 C-5 WATER, IRRIGATION AND TREES PLANTING DETAILS BLOSSER LANE REHABILITATION PROJECT, PHASE I

STREET TREE WITH STAMPED

CONCRETE DETAIL
STREET TREE PLANTING IN TREE WELL NTSDETAIL A PLANTING DETAIL NOTES: DEEP ROOT WATERING DEVICE DETAIL NTS ” ” ” NOTES: SINGLE 1" WATER SERVICE AND NEW 5/8" METER NTS IRRIGATION SCHEMATIC City of Willits
Engineering Department 380 East Commercial St. Willits, California 95490-3188 C-6 CONCRETE FLATWORK, PAVING & MISCELLANEOUS DETAILS BLOSSER LANE REHABILITATION PROJECT, PHASE I TRENCH DRAIN AND GRATE NOTES:STANDARD VERTICAL CURB STANDARD CURB AND GUTTER TYPE A MEDIAN CURB TYPE B MEDIAN CURB STANDARD SIDEWALK CURB & GUTTER AND SIDEWALK DETAILS CITY STD NO. 205(EDITED ) N.T.S. CROSS SIDEWALK DRAIN N.T.S. CURB OPENING DETAIL NOTES: PLAN SECTION A-A SECTION B-B ····1. SIDEWALK TRANSITIONS ···2. LANDINGS ·····3. RAMPS ······4. PANS ·····6. FLARES ····5. GUTTERS ····· ·····7. RETAINING CURB ·8. CONCRETE COLORING ·9. DETECTABLE WARNING SURFACE ·10. SIGHT DISTANCE PEDESTRIAN RAMP TYPE C & ELEMENTS DEFINITIONS AND STANDARDS N.T.S. NOTES: NOTES: PLAN SECTION A-A WITH VERTICAL CURB ELEVATION DRIVEWAY DETAILS N.T.S. TYPE B DRIVEWAY DETAIL TYPICAL ROADWAY RECONSTRUCTION SECTION N.T.S. 6" MOUNTABLE CURB DETAIL N.T.S. NOTE: SECTION VIEW P.C.C. VALLEY GUTTER N.T.S. 3' 6' 3' NEW AC "A" DIKE N.T.S.

City of Willits
Engineering Department 380 East Commercial St. Willits, California 95490-3188 C-7 SIGN & STRIPING DETAILS BLOSSER LANE REHABILITATION PROJECT, PHASE I MEDIAN AREA SIDEWALK AREA NOTES: "SLOW" SYMBOL (YELLOW) NTS SCHOOL CROSSWALK STRIPING DETAIL NTS "SCHOOL" SYMBOL (YELLOW) NTS "XING" SYMBOL (YELLOW) NTS "STOP" SYMBOL (WHITE) NTS 4" YELLOW CENTERLINE STRIPING DETAIL RAILROAD CROSSING SYMBOL DETAIL NTS OM-3R STREET SIGN DETAIL NTS SIGN DETAILS NTS SIGN LOCATION DETAIL NTS "A" "B" "C" Bid Total

01. $ 997,113.00 LOW BIDDER

02. $ 1,115,081.00

03. $ 1,164,341.52

04. $ 1,194,054.50

05. 06.

Jeremy Ronco
Project Manager
City of Willits
111 E. Commercial St.

Willits, CA 95490
Project Name: Blosser Lane Rehabilitation Project, Phase I

CITY OF WILLITS
Public Works and Engineering Department
111 E. Commercial St., Willits, CA 95490
Voice: (707) 459-4605 Fax: (707) 459-2481
Preliminary Bid Results
Project Number: 2022-02
Engineer's Estimate: $ 944,492.00
Bid Opening Date: Wednesday, April 27, 2022 @ 2 p.m.

Dated: 5/04/2022
Bids for the aforementioned project were opened on Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at 2:00 P.M. by Jeremy Ronco & Andrea Trincado Slater, Project Managers, for the City of Willits.

Other City of Willits representatives in attendance included Scott Herman, Public Works Director and Brandy Sanderson, PW Administrative Assistant.

Four (4) bids were received from:

Company
Bouthillier's Construction
Granite Construction
Wahlund Construction
The City of Willits staff has completed its review of the bids and will be recommending awarding a contract to Bouthillier's Construction,Inc. at the regularly scheduled City Council Meeting on May 11, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.

Ghilotti Construction
Project Name: Blosser Lane Rebailitation Project, Phase I Bid Opening Date:

Eng. Estimate: $944,492.00 Bid Time: 2 P.M.

Project #: 2022-02
Est.

Quantity Unit Cost Total Cost Unit Cost Total Cost Unit Cost Total Cost Unit Cost Total Cost 1 1 LS $ 25,000.00 $ 25,000.00 $110,000.00 $ 110,000.00 $ 91,725.00 $ 91,725.00 $ 88,000.00 $ 88,000.00 2 1 LS $ 35,000.00 $ 35,000.00 $ 55,726.00 $ 55,726.00 $ 91,300.00 $ 91,300.00 $ 10,800.00 $ 10,800.00 3 1 LS $ 5,000.00 $ 5,000.00 $ 1,500.00 $ 1,500.00 $ 5,000.00 $ 5,000.00 $ 1,650.00 $ 1,650.00 4 1 EA $ 6,500.00 $ 6,500.00 $ 4,800.00 $ 4,800.00 $ 5,600.00 $ 5,600.00 $ 8,500.00 $ 8,500.00 5 1 EA $ 7,500.00 $ 7,500.00 $ 5,100.00 $ 5,100.00 $ 3,500.00 $ 3,500.00 $ 8,500.00 $ 8,500.00 6 65 LF $ 150.00 $ 9,750.00 $ 260.00 $ 16,900.00 $ 160.00 $ 10,400.00 $ 220.00 $ 14,300.00 7 22 LF $ 150.00 $ 3,300.00 $ 380.00 $ 8,360.00 $ 165.00 $ 3,630.00 $ 300.00 $ 6,600.00 8 2 EA $ 1,000.00 $ 2,000.00 $ 700.00 $ 1,400.00 $ 800.00 $ 1,600.00 $ 1,000.00 $ 2,000.00 9 3 EA $ 3,500.00 $ 10,500.00 $ 6,500.00 $ 19,500.00 $ 3,175.00 $ 9,525.00 $ 6,000.00 $ 18,000.00 10 1 LS $ 3,500.00 $ 3,500.00 $ 3,500.00 $ 3,500.00 $ 4,225.00 $ 4,225.00 $ 4,500.00 $ 4,500.00 11 24 EA $ 500.00 $ 12,000.00 $ 200.00 $ 4,800.00 $ 1,200.00 $ 28,800.00 $ 115.00 $ 2,760.00 12 500 LF $ 9.00 $ 4,500.00 $ 20.00 $ 10,000.00 $ 14.00 $ 7,000.00 $ 9.00 $ 4,500.00 13 1 EA $ 300.00 $ 300.00 $ 800.00 $ 800.00 $ 265.00 $ 265.00 $ 1,200.00 $ 1,200.00 14 10 LF $ 250.00 $ 2,500.00 $ 850.00 $ 8,500.00 $ 200.00 $ 2,000.00 $ 400.00 $ 4,000.00 15 4862 SF $ 18.00 $ 87,516.00 $ 18.00 $ 87,516.00 $ 18.50 $ 89,947.00 $ 25.00 $ 121,550.00 16 1890 SF $ 29.00 $ 54,810.00 $ 32.00 $ 60,480.00 $ 31.00 $ 58,590.00 $ 35.00 $ 66,150.00 17 176 SF $ 65.00 $ 11,440.00 $ 122.00 $ 21,472.00 $ 47.00 $ 8,272.00 $ 65.00 $ 11,440.00 18 869 SF $ 29.00 $ 25,201.00 $ 35.00 $ 30,415.00 $ 36.00 $ 31,284.00 $ 35.00 $ 30,415.00 19 1501 LF $ 65.00 $ 97,565.00 $ 62.00 $ 93,062.00 $ 73.00 $ 109,573.00 $ 55.00 $ 82,555.00 20 146 LF $ 52.00 $ 7,592.00 $ 68.00 $ 9,928.00 $ 60.00 $ 8,760.00 $ 125.00 $ 18,250.00 21 118 LF $ 52.00 $ 6,136.00 $ 47.00 $ 5,546.00 $ 51.25 $ 6,047.50 $ 45.00 $ 5,310.00 22 284 SF $ 35.00 $ 9,940.00 $ 31.00 $ 8,804.00 $ 26.25 $ 7,455.00 $ 75.00 $ 21,300.00 23 1600 CY $ 82.00 $131,200.00 $ 125.00 $ 200,000.00 $ 180.50 $ 288,800.00 $ 220.00 $ 352,000.00 24 4775 SY $ 2.00 $ 9,550.00 $ 2.00 $ 9,550.00 $ 1.00 $ 4,775.00 $ 2.50 $ 11,937.50 25 327 LF $ 39.00 $ 12,753.00 $ 23.00 $ 7,521.00 $ 29.00 $ 9,483.00 $ 18.00 $ 5,886.00 26 1350 Ton $ 233.00 $314,550.00 $ 165.00 $ 222,750.00 $ 160.00 $ 216,000.00 $ 160.00 $ 216,000.00 27 5 EA $ 1,000.00 $ 5,000.00 $ 4,500.00 $ 22,500.00 $ 575.00 $ 2,875.00 $ 2,200.00 $ 11,000.00 28 12 EA $ 800.00 $ 9,600.00 $ 2,800.00 $ 33,600.00 $ 300.00 $ 3,600.00 $ 1,500.00 $ 18,000.00 29 333 SF $ 62.00 $ 20,646.00 $ 7.00 $ 2,331.00 $ 6.90 $ 2,297.70 $ 7.00 $ 2,331.00 30 782 SF $ 32.00 $ 25,024.00 $ 6.00 $ 4,692.00 $ 6.90 $ 5,395.80 $ 6.00 $ 4,692.00 31 930 LF $ 2.25 $ 2,092.50 $ 3.00 $ 2,790.00 $ 1.15 $ 1,069.50 $ 3.00 $ 2,790.00 32 654 LF $ 3.25 $ 2,125.50 $ 4.00 $ 2,616.00 $ 2.30 $ 1,504.20 $ 4.00 $ 2,616.00 33 64 LF $ 6.00 $ 384.00 $ 15.00 $ 960.00 $ 3.45 $ 220.80 $ 15.00 $ 960.00 34 1046 LF $ 3.00 $ 3,138.00 $ 2.00 $ 2,092.00 $ 2.87 $ 3,002.02 $ 2.00 $ 2,092.00 35 6 EA $ 750.00 $ 4,500.00 $ 200.00 $ 1,200.00 $ 287.50 $ 1,725.00 $ 200.00 $ 1,200.00 36 18 EA $ 750.00 $ 13,500.00 $ 415.00 $ 7,470.00 $ 402.50 $ 7,245.00 $ 415.00 $ 7,470.00 37 1 EA $ 3,500.00 $ 3,500.00 $ 5,900.00 $ 5,900.00 $ 4,250.00 $ 4,250.00 $ 12,000.00 $ 12,000.00 38 12 EA $ 1,000.00 $ 12,000.00 $ 1,750.00 $ 21,000.00 $ 2,300.00 $ 27,600.00 $ 900.00 $ 10,800.00 White Thermoplastic Pavement Markings
New Street Sign
Set New Sign and Pole Complete
Yellow Thermoplastic Pavement
Yellow Centerline (Skip)
Yellow Centerline (Solid)
Reflective Yellow Curb Paint
Red Curb Paint
Subgrade Enhancement Fabric
AC Dike
Hot Mix Asphalt (3/4" mix)
Raise Manhole
Raise Valves, Monuments, Cleanouts
Curb and Gutter (30")
6" Mountable Curb
6" Standing Curb
Concrete Valley Gutter
Roadway Reconstruction (base, grading)
Trench Drain and Grate
Sidewalk
Stamped Concrete
Pedestrian Ramps
Driveway

CITY OF WILLITS
Granite Wahlund Const. Ghilotti Const.

Wednesday, April 27, 2022
No.

Public Works & Engineering Department
111 East Commercial St., Willits, CA 95490
Voice: (707) 459-4605 Fax: (707) 459-2481
Unit
$ 1,115,081.00 $ 1,164,341.52 $ 1,194,054.50
Traffic Control/Management
Mobilization & Permits
12" SDR 35 Storm Drain
AS BID TOTALS $ 997,113.00
New Water Service
Connect to Existing Drainage Structure
Lower SS Lateral & Relocate Clean Out
Street Trees
Install New Meter, Check Valve, & Timer
Install Deep Root Watering Device
1/2" PVC Irrigation Pipe
PVC Cross-Sidewalk Drain
15" SDR 35 Storm Drain
D.I. (Combo Inlet)
Curb Inlet (Standard)
Storm Water Pollution Prevention
Bouthillier's Const. Item Description
Subcontractors List
Project Name:

Project No.: 2022-02
Eng. Est.: $ 944,492.00
Prime:

Co. Name Work Description Co. Name Work Description Co. Name Work Description Co. Name Work Description Anrak Corp. Ginding Neary Landscape Landscaping AC Dike Co. AC Dike Anrak Corp. Grinding Apply-A-Line Striping Striping Graphics Striping Chrisp Co. Striping Lone Star
Landscape Inc. Landscaping
CWM Concrete Concrete Anrak Corp. Grinding CWM Concrete Concrete Striping Graphics Striping Subs

CITY OF WILLITS
Public Works & Engineering Department
111 East Commercial St., Willits, CA 95490
Voice: (707) 459-4605 Fax: (707) 459-2481
Blosser Lane Rehabilitation Project, Phase I
The Following Sub Contractor's Were Listed with the 4 Bidders Bouthillier's Construction Granite Construction Wahlund Construction Gilotti Construction

BID PACKET CHECK LIST
Project Name: Blosser Lane Rehabilitation Project, Phase I Project Number: 2022-02
Engineer's Estimate: $ 944,492.00
Bid Opening Date/Time:

Yes No Yes No Yes No
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Item Bouthillier's Granite Wahlund
Wednesday, April 27, 2022 @ 2 p.m.

CITY OF WILLITS
Public Works & Engineering Department
111 East Commercial St., Willits, CA 95490
Voice: (707) 459-4605 Fax: (707) 459-2481
Item Submitted
Contractor License Information:

Bidder’s Surety Bond:

Bidder’s List of Subcontractors:

Contractor’s Proposal and Schedule of Bid Prices:

Statement of Experience of Bidder:

Addenda Acknowledgement Page of Each Addenda Issued:

Acknowledgment of Addenda:

Prime Licenses Verified and In Order:

Authority to Sign Bid Proposal:

Bidders Representations:

Bidder’s Check List:

Sub Licenses Verified and In Order
Debarment and Suspension Certification:

Noncollusion Affidavit:

Equal Employment Opportunity Certification:

Public Contract Code Section 10232 Statement:

Public Contract Code Section 10162 Questionnaire:

Workers Comp. Insurance Certification :

Item No. 9b
Meeting Date: May 11, 2022

AGENDA SUMMARY REPORT
To: Honorable Mayor and Council Members
From: Dusty Duley, Community Development Director
Agenda Title: APPROVAL TO APPLY AND RECEIVE FUNDS FROM CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF RESOURCES RECYCLING AND RECOVERY SB 1383 LOCAL ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM.

Type: Presentation Consent Regular Agenda Public Hearing Urgent Time: 15 min.

Background: In September 2016, Governor Edmund Brown Jr. set methane emissions reduction targets for California (SB 1383 Lara, Chapter 395, Statutes of 2016) in a statewide effort to reduce emissions of short-lived climate pollutants (SLCP). The targets must:
• Achieve a 50% reduction in the level of the statewide disposal of organic waste from the 2014 level by 2020 and 75% by 2025;
• Rescue for people to eat at least 20% of currently disposed surplus food by 2025.

Organics like food scraps, yard trimmings, paper, and cardboard make up half of what Californians dump in landfills. Reducing Short-Lived Climate Super Pollutants like organic waste will have the fastest impact on the climate crisis. Cities will be expected to educate all residents and businesses about collection requirements, including what materials to put in curbside bins. Education to residents and businesses may be provided electronically, through hard copy materials, or through direct outreach.

The Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycIe) is offering the SB 1383 Local Assistance Grant Program pursuant to Chapter 395, Statutes of 2016. The City’s allocation is $20,000 The purpose of the attached Resolution is to receive one-time funding from the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycIe) to assist in the implementation of regulation requirements associated with Senate Bill (SB) 1383. Eligible projects/products include:
• Capacity Planning
• Collection
• Edible Food Recovery
• Education and outreach (includes organic waste & edible food recovery) • Enforcement and Inspection
• Program Evaluation/Gap Analysis
• Procurement Requirements (using recycled organic products – compost, mulch, electricity, and/or renewable gas and recycled paper and paper products)
• Record Keeping
In addition to education and outreach efforts, staff is proposing to use the limited funds to support updating City Code to be consistent with SB 1383 requirements.

Discussion: To meet the SB 1383 regulations, jurisdictions throughout the State are required to adopt an ordinance or other similarly enforceable mechanism by April 1, 2022. The ordinance will mandate that organic waste generators, haulers, and other entities subject to the requirements of SB 1383 regulations and subject to the jurisdiction’s authority, comply with SB 1383 regulatory requirements. It will also help reduce food insecurity by requiring Commercial Edible Food Generators to arrange to have the maximum amount of their edible food that would otherwise be disposed, be recovered for human consumption.

In addition to adopting an organic waste recycling and food recovery ordinance, SB 1383 requires that the City adopt an ordinance or other enforceable mechanism that requires compliance with Sections 492.6(a)(3)(B) (C), (D), and (G) of the Model Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance (MWELO) as amended September 15, 2015 (MWELO SB 1383 Baseline Requirements. MWELO requires new construction and landscaping projects to meet water efficient landscape standards for compost and mulch application. Incorporating organic matter like compost and mulch in landscaping increases water retention and promotes productive plant growth. Compost and mulch also provide many direct and indirect benefits when utilized in landscaping and as a component of systems and treatments designed for carbon sequestration, erosion control, fire remediation, stormwater management, and other uses.

If approved, the City anticipates receiving $20,000 this fall.

Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager, or their designee to file an application with the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery in an amount not to exceed $20,000 and, if awarded, authorize the City Manager, or their designee, to execute the standard agreement.

Alternative(s): None at this time.

Fiscal Impact: Total available project funding is $20,000. The City is not required to provide any matching funding. Adoption of a resolution to apply for the CalRecycIe grant does not have a direct fiscal impact, but if adopted, is instrumental in securing CalRecycIe grant funds. CalRecycIe grant funds, when received, will be placed in the appropriate fund account established for the grant.

Personnel Impact: Staff time will be required to implement City Code revisions and complete grant administration requirements.

Reviewed by: City Manager City Attorney Assistant City Manager City Clerk Finance Director Human Resources Risk Manager
Council Action: Approved Denied Other:________________________________________ Records: Agreement Resolution #_________ Ordinance #_________ Other _________ Resolution No. 2022-__ Page 1 of 1 May 11, 2022
RESOLUTION 2022-__

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILLITS AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF APPLICATION FOR THE CALRECYCLE SB 1383 LOCAL ASSISTANCE GRANT FOR WHICH THE CITY OF WILLITS ELIGIBLE.

WHEREAS, Public Resources Code sections 48000 et seq. authorize the Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) to administer various grant programs (grants) in furtherance of the State of California’s (state) efforts to reduce, recycle and reuse solid waste generated in the state thereby preserving landfill capacity and protecting public health and safety and the environment; and
WHEREAS, in furtherance of this authority CalRecycle is required to establish procedures governing the application, awarding, and management of the grants; and WHEREAS, CalRecycle grant application procedures require, among other things, an applicant’s governing body to declare by resolution certain authorizations related to the administration of CalRecycle grants.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Willits authorizes the submittal of application to CalRecycle for the SB 1383 Local Assistance Grant; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager, or his/her designee is hereby authorized and empowered to execute in the name of the City of Willits all grant documents, including but not limited to, applications, agreements, amendments and requests for payment, necessary to secure grant funds and implement the approved grant project; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that these authorizations are effective for five (5) years from the date of adoption of this resolution.

The above and foregoing Resolution was introduced by Councilmember seconded by Councilmember , and passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Willits, held on the 11th day of May, 2022, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

_______________________________
SAPRINA RODRIGUEZ, Mayor
City Council of the City of Willits
ATTEST:
_______________________________
DELORES PEDERSEN, City Clerk