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TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
VIA: SERGIO GONZALEZ, CITY MANAGER
FROM: MATT MARQUEZ, ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
DATE: MAY 18, 2020
SUBJECT: REQUEST TO APPROVE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENTS WITH
PSOMAS TO PROVIDE ENVIRONMENTAL AND PLANNING CONSULTANT
SERVICES FOR THE PROPOSED EXPANSION OF THE AZUSA LAND
RECLAMATION LANDFILL LOCATED AT 1211 W. GLADSTONE STREET
SUMMARY:
The Planning Division is working on a large project that is requiring outside consultants to assist staff
with their processing. The project consists of an overall increase of the landfill operation. The project
applicant is seeking approval of the following:
1. Increase the daily tonnage limit at the Landfill from 8,000 tpd to 16,000 tpd
2. Increase the weekly tonnage limit from 39,000 tons per week to 80,000 tons per week
3. Add a yearly tonnage limit of 4,000,000 tons per year
4. 24 hour operation
The consultant would work on the environmental and planning aspect of the project during the
entitlement process. The applicant will also execute a Reimbursement Agreement with the City. The
Reimbursement Agreement does not require approval from City Council since the template agreement
was approved on June 3, 2019.
The consultant was selected from the Certified On-Call Environmental List approved by City Council on
September 16, 2019. The invite to bid was sent to 6 firms and 3 firms responded from the 14 approved
firms on the list. City staff selected the firm with the most experience and knowledge of landfills.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council take the following actions:
1)Approve a Professional Service Agreement with Psomas to provide environmental and planning
consultant services for the Azusa Land Reclamation Landfill project in an amount not to exceed
$39,290.00
APPROVED
CITY COUNCIL
5/18/2020
Approve Professional Services Agreement with Psomas for Azusa Land Reclamation Landfill Project
May 18, 2020
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2) Authorize the City Manager to prepare and execute the agreement, in form acceptable to the City
Attorney, on behalf of the City.
ANALYSIS:
The proposed scope of each project requires expertise and assistance from qualified consultants. The
project has specific technical assistance that is not supported by the Planning Division. The scope of the
project includes but not limited to environmental and planning review services and technical studies.
FISCAL IMPACT:
All costs associated with the consultant project review and environmental document preparation will be
paid by the project applicant. There is no fiscal impact associated with the proposed recommendations.
Prepared by: Reviewed by:
Manuel Muñoz Matt Marquez
Planning Manager Director of Economic and Community Development
Fiscal Reviewed by: Reviewed and Approved by:
Talika M. Johnson Sergio Gonzalez
Director of Administrative Services City Manager
Attachments:
1) Professional Service Agreement with Psomas – Azusa Land Reclamation Landfill Project
CITY OF AZUSA
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
1.PARTIES AND DATE.
This Agreement is made and entered into this 18th day of May, 2020 by and between the
City of Azusa, a municipal corporation organized under the laws of the State of California with
its principal place of business at 213 East Foothill Boulevard, Azusa, California 91702 (“City”)
and Psomas, a California Incorporated Company with its principal place of business at 555 South
Flower Street, Suite 4300 Los Angeles, CA 90071 (“Consultant”). City and Consultant are
sometimes individually referred to herein as “Party” and collectively as “Parties.”
2.RECITALS.
2.1 Consultant.
Consultant desires to perform and assume responsibility for the provision of certain
professional services required by the City on the terms and conditions set forth in this
Agreement. Consultant represents that it is experienced in providing mining consultant services
to public clients, is licensed in the State of California, and is familiar with the plans of City.
2.2 Project.
City desires to engage Consultant to render such services for the proposes to increase the
daily tonnage limit at the Landfill from 8,000 tpd to 16,000 tpd, increase the weekly tonnage
limit from 39,000 tons per week to 80,000 tons per week, and add a yearly tonnage limit of
4,000,000 tons per year. Which would require planning and environmental services to process a
code amendment, use permit, and CEQA document, (“Project”) as set forth in this Agreement.
3.TERMS.
3.1 Scope of Services and Term.
3.1.1 General Scope of Services. Consultant promises and agrees to furnish to
the City all labor, materials, tools, equipment, services, and incidental and customary work
necessary to fully and adequately supply the professional consulting services necessary for the
Project (“Services”). The Services are more particularly described in Exhibit “A” attached
hereto and incorporated herein by reference. All Services shall be subject to, and performed in
accordance with, this Agreement, the exhibits attached hereto and incorporated herein by
reference, and all applicable local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations.
3.1.2 Term. The term of this Agreement shall be from May 18, 2020 to May 18,
2021, unless earlier terminated as provided herein. Consultant shall complete the Services
within the term of this Agreement, and shall meet any other established schedules and deadlines.
The Parties may, by mutual written consent, extend the term of this Agreement if necessary to
complete the Services.
3.2 Responsibilities of Consultant.
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3.2.1 Control and Payment of Subordinates; Independent Contractor. The
Services shall be performed by Consultant or under its supervision. Consultant will determine
the means, methods and details of performing the Services subject to the requirements of this
Agreement. City retains Consultant on an independent contractor basis and not as an employee.
Consultant retains the right to perform similar or different services for others during the term of
this Agreement. Any additional personnel performing the Services under this Agreement on
behalf of Consultant shall also not be employees of City and shall at all times be under
Consultant’s exclusive direction and control. Consultant shall pay all wages, salaries, and other
amounts due such personnel in connection with their performance of Services under this
Agreement and as required by law. Consultant shall be responsible for all reports and
obligations respecting such additional personnel, including, but not limited to: social security
taxes, income tax withholding, unemployment insurance, disability insurance, and workers’
compensation insurance.
3.2.2 Schedule of Services. Consultant shall perform the Services
expeditiously, within the term of this Agreement, and in accordance with the Schedule of
Services set forth in Exhibit “A” attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
Consultant represents that it has the professional and technical personnel required to perform the
Services in conformance with such conditions. In order to facilitate Consultant’s conformance
with the Schedule, City shall respond to Consultant’s submittals in a timely manner. Upon
request of City, Consultant shall provide a more detailed schedule of anticipated performance to
meet the Schedule of Services.
3.2.3 Conformance to Applicable Requirements. All work prepared by
Consultant shall be subject to the approval of City.
3.2.4 Substitution of Key Personnel. Consultant has represented to City that
certain key personnel will perform and coordinate the Services under this Agreement. Should
one or more of such personnel become unavailable, Consultant may substitute other personnel of
at least equal competence upon written approval of City. In the event that City and Consultant
cannot agree as to the substitution of key personnel, City shall be entitled to terminate this
Agreement for cause. As discussed below, any personnel who fail or refuse to perform the
Services in a manner acceptable to the City, or who are determined by the City to be
uncooperative, incompetent, a threat to the adequate or timely completion of the Project or a
threat to the safety of persons or property, shall be promptly removed from the Project by the
Consultant at the request of the City. The key personnel for performance of this Agreement are
as follows: Jim Hunter, Vice President/Principal in Charge and Alia Hokuki, AICP, Project
Manager.
3.2.5 City’s Representative. The City hereby designates Matt Marquez,
Director of Economic and Community Development or his or her designee, to act as its
representative for the performance of this Agreement (“City’s Representative”). City’s
Representative shall have the power to act on behalf of the City for all purposes under this
Contract. Consultant shall not accept direction or orders from any person other than the City’s
Representative or his or her designee.
3.2.6 Consultant’s Representative. Consultant hereby designates Jim Hunter,
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Vice President/Principal in Charge, or his/her designee, to act as its representative for the
performance of this Agreement (“Consultant’s Representative”). Consultant’s Representative
shall have full authority to represent and act on behalf of the Consultant for all purposes under
this Agreement. The Consultant’s Representative shall supervise and direct the Services, using
his/her best skill and attention, and shall be responsible for all means, methods, techniques,
sequences and procedures and for the satisfactory coordination of all portions of the Services
under this Agreement.
3.2.7 Coordination of Services. Consultant agrees to work closely with City
staff in the performance of Services and shall be available to City’s staff, consultants and other
staff at all reasonable times.
3.2.8 Standard of Care; Performance of Employees. Consultant shall perform
all Services under this Agreement in a skillful and competent manner, consistent with the
standards generally recognized as being employed by professionals in the same discipline in the
State of California. Consultant represents and maintains that it is skilled in the professional
calling necessary to perform the Services. Consultant warrants that all employees and
subcontractors shall have sufficient skill and experience to perform the Services assigned to
them. Finally, Consultant represents that it, its employees and subcontractors have all licenses,
permits, qualifications and approvals of whatever nature that are legally required to perform the
Services, including a City Business License, and that such licenses and approvals shall be
maintained throughout the term of this Agreement. As provided for in the indemnification
provisions of this Agreement, Consultant shall perform, at its own cost and expense and without
reimbursement from the City, any services necessary to correct errors or omissions which are
caused by the Consultant’s failure to comply with the standard of care provided for herein. Any
employee of the Consultant or its sub-consultants who is determined by the City to be
uncooperative, incompetent, a threat to the adequate or timely completion of the Project, a threat
to the safety of persons or property, or any employee who fails or refuses to perform the Services
in a manner acceptable to the City, shall be promptly removed from the Project by the Consultant
and shall not be re-employed to perform any of the Services or to work on the Project.
3.2.9 Period of Performance Consultant shall perform and complete all Services
under this Agreement within the term set forth in Section 3.1.2 above (“Performance Time”).
Consultant shall also perform the Services in strict accordance with any completion schedule or
Project milestones described in Exhibits “A” attached hereto, or which may be separately agreed
upon in writing by the City and Consultant (“Performance Milestones”). Consultant agrees that
if the Services are not completed within the aforementioned Performance Time and/or pursuant
to any such Project Milestones developed pursuant to provisions of this Agreement, it is
understood, acknowledged and agreed that the City will suffer damage.
3.2.10 Laws and Regulations; Employee/Labor Certifications. Consultant shall
keep itself fully informed of and in compliance with all local, state and federal laws, rules and
regulations in any manner affecting the performance of the Project or the Services, including all
Cal/OSHA requirements, and shall give all notices required by law. Consultant shall be liable
for all violations of such laws and regulations in connection with Services. If the Consultant
performs any work knowing it to be contrary to such laws, rules and regulations and without
giving written notice to the City, Consultant shall be solely responsible for all costs arising
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therefrom. Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold City, its officials, directors, officers,
employees and agents free and harmless, pursuant to the indemnification provisions of this
Agreement, from any claim or liability arising out of any failure or alleged failure to comply
with such laws, rules or regulations.
3.2.10.1 Employment Eligibility; Consultant. By executing this
Agreement, Consultant verifies that it fully complies with all requirements and restrictions of
state and federal law respecting the employment of undocumented aliens, including, but not
limited to, the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as may be amended from time to
time. Such requirements and restrictions include, but are not limited to, examination and
retention of documentation confirming the identity and immigration status of each employee of
the Consultant. Consultant also verifies that it has not committed a violation of any such law
within the five (5) years immediately preceding the date of execution of this Agreement, and
shall not violate any such law at any time during the term of the Agreement. Consultant shall
avoid any violation of any such law during the term of this Agreement by participating in an
electronic verification of work authorization program operated by the United States Department
of Homeland Security, by participating in an equivalent federal work authorization program
operated by the United States Department of Homeland Security to verify information of newly
hired employees, or by some other legally acceptable method. Consultant shall maintain records
of each such verification, and shall make them available to the City or its representatives for
inspection and copy at any time during normal business hours. The City shall not be responsible
for any costs or expenses related to Consultant’s compliance with the requirements provided for
in Section 3.2.10 or any of its sub-sections.
3.2.10.2 Employment Eligibility; Subcontractors, Consultants, Sub-
subcontractors and Subconsultants. To the same extent and under the same conditions as
Consultant, Consultant shall require all of its subcontractors, consultants, sub-subcontractors and
subconsultants performing any work relating to the Project or this Agreement to make the same
verifications and comply with all requirements and restrictions provided for in Section 3.2.10.1.
3.2.10.3 Employment Eligibility; Failure to Comply. Each person
executing this Agreement on behalf of Consultant verifies that they are a duly authorized officer
of Consultant, and understands that any of the following shall be grounds for the City to
terminate the Agreement for cause: (1) failure of Consultant or its subcontractors, consultants,
sub-subcontractors or subconsultants to meet any of the requirements provided for in Sections
3.2.10.1 or 3.2.10.2; (2) any misrepresentation or material omission concerning compliance with
such requirements (including in those verifications provided to the Consultant under Section
3.2.10.2); or (3) failure to immediately remove from the Project any person found not to be in
compliance with such requirements.
3.2.10.4 Labor Certification. By its signature hereunder, Consultant
certifies that it is aware of the provisions of Section 3700 of the California Labor Code which
require every employer to be insured against liability for Workers’ Compensation or to undertake
self-insurance in accordance with the provisions of that Code, and agrees to comply with such
provisions before commencing the performance of the Services.
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3.2.10.5 Equal Opportunity Employment. Consultant represents
that it is an equal opportunity employer and it shall not discriminate against any subconsultant,
employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, national origin, handicap,
ancestry, sex or age. Such non-discrimination shall include, but not be limited to, all activities
related to initial employment, upgrading, demotion, transfer, recruitment or recruitment
advertising, layoff or termination. Consultant shall also comply with all relevant provisions of
City’s Minority Business Enterprise program, Affirmative Action Plan or other related programs
or guidelines currently in effect or hereinafter enacted.
3.2.10.6 Air Quality. To the extent applicable, Consultant must
fully comply with all applicable laws, rules and regulations in furnishing or using equipment
and/or providing services, including, but not limited to, emissions limits and permitting
requirements imposed by the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) and/or
California Air Resources Board (CARB). Although the SCAQMD and CARB limits and
requirements are more broad, Consultant shall specifically be aware of their application to
"portable equipment", which definition is considered by SCAQMD and CARB to include any
item of equipment with a fuel-powered engine. Consultant shall indemnify City against any
fines or penalties imposed by SCAQMD, CARB, or any other governmental or regulatory
agency for violations of applicable laws, rules and/or regulations by Consultant, its
subconsultants, or others for whom Consultant is responsible under its indemnity obligations
provided for in this Agreement.
3.2.10.7 Water Quality.
(A) Management and Compliance. To the extent applicable,
Consultant’s Services must account for, and fully comply with, all local, state and federal laws,
rules and regulations that may impact water quality compliance, including, without limitation, all
applicable provisions of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. §§ 1300); the
California Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act (Cal Water Code §§ 13000-14950); laws,
rules and regulations of the Environmental Protection Agency, the State Water Resources
Control Board and the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board; the City’s ordinances
regulating discharges of storm water; and any and all regulations, policies, or permits issued
pursuant to any such authority regulating the discharge of pollutants, as that term is used in the
Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act, to any ground or surface water in the State.
(B) Liability for Non-compliance. Failure to comply with the
laws, regulations and policies described in this Section is a violation of law that may subject
Consultant or City to penalties, fines, or additional regulatory requirements. Consultant shall
defend, indemnify and hold the City, its directors, officials, officers, employees, volunteers and
agents free and harmless, pursuant to the indemnification provisions of this Agreement, from and
against any and all fines, penalties, claims or other regulatory requirements imposed as a result
of Consultant’s non-compliance with the laws, regulations and policies described in this Section,
unless such non-compliance is the result of the sole established negligence, willful misconduct or
active negligence of the City, its officials, officers, agents, employees or authorized volunteers.
(C) Training. In addition to any other standard of care
requirements set forth in this Agreement, Consultant warrants that all employees and
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subcontractors shall have sufficient skill and experience to perform the Services assigned to them
without impacting water quality in violation of the laws, regulations and policies described in
this Section. Consultant further warrants that it, its employees and subcontractors will receive
adequate training, as determined by City, regarding the requirements of the laws, regulations and
policies described in this Section as they may relate to the Services provided under this
Agreement. Upon request, City will provide Consultant with a list of training programs that
meet the requirements of this paragraph.
3.2.11 Insurance.
3.2.11.1 Time for Compliance. Consultant shall not commence
Services under this Agreement until it has provided evidence satisfactory to the City that it has
secured all insurance required under this section. In addition, Consultant shall not allow any
subcontractor to commence work on any subcontract until it has provided evidence satisfactory
to the City that the subcontractor has secured all insurance required under this section.
3.2.11.2 Minimum Requirements. Consultant shall, at its expense,
procure and maintain for the duration of the Agreement insurance against claims for injuries to
persons or damages to property which may arise from or in connection with the performance of
the Agreement by the Consultant, its agents, representatives, employees or subcontractors.
Consultant shall also require all of its subcontractors to procure and maintain the same insurance
for the duration of the Agreement. Such insurance shall meet at least the following minimum
levels of coverage:
(A) Minimum Scope of Insurance. Coverage shall be at least as
broad as the latest version of the following: (1) General Liability: Insurance Services Office
Commercial General Liability coverage (occurrence form CG 0001); (2) Automobile Liability:
Insurance Services Office Business Auto Coverage form number CA 0001, code 1 (any auto);
and (3) Workers’ Compensation and Employer’s Liability: Workers’ Compensation insurance as
required by the State of California and Employer’s Liability Insurance. The policy shall not
contain any exclusion contrary to the Agreement, including but not limited to endorsements or
provisions limiting coverage for (1) contractual liability (including but not limited to ISO CG 24
26 or 21 29); or (2) cross liability for claims or suits by one insured against another.
(B) Minimum Limits of Insurance. Consultant shall maintain
limits no less than: (1) General Liability: $1,000,000 per occurrence for bodily injury, personal
injury and property damage. If Commercial General Liability Insurance or other form with
general aggregate limit is used including, but not limited to, form CG 2503, either the general
aggregate limit shall apply separately to this Agreement/location or the general aggregate limit
shall be twice the required occurrence limit; (2) Automobile Liability: $1,000,000 per accident
for bodily injury and property damage; and (3) Workers’ Compensation and Employer’s
Liability: Workers’ Compensation limits as required by the Labor Code of the State of
California. Employer’s Liability limits of $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury or disease.
Defense costs shall be paid in addition to the limits.
(C) Notices; Cancellation or Reduction of Coverage. At least
fifteen (15) days prior to the expiration of any such policy, evidence showing that such insurance
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coverage has been renewed or extended shall be filed with the City. If such coverage is
cancelled or materially reduced, Consultant shall, within ten (10) days after receipt of written
notice of such cancellation or reduction of coverage, file with the City evidence of insurance
showing that the required insurance has been reinstated or has been provided through another
insurance company or companies. In the event any policy of insurance required under this
Agreement does not comply with these specifications or is canceled and not replaced, the City
has the right but not the duty to obtain the insurance it deems necessary and any premium paid
by the City will be promptly reimbursed by Consultant or the City may withhold amounts
sufficient to pay premium from Consultant payments. In the alternative, the City may suspend or
terminate this Agreement.
3.2.11.3 Professional Liability. Consultant shall procure and
maintain, and require its sub-consultants to procure and maintain, for a period of five (5) years
following completion of the Project, errors and omissions liability insurance appropriate to their
profession. Such insurance shall be in an amount not less $1,000,000 per claim, and shall be
endorsed to include contractual liability. Defense costs shall be paid in addition to limits.
3.2.11.4 Insurance Endorsements. The insurance policies shall
contain the following provisions, or Consultant shall provide endorsements on forms supplied or
approved by the City to add the following provisions to the insurance policies:
(A) General Liability. The general liability policy shall include
or be endorsed (amended) to state that: (1) using ISO CG forms 20 10 and 20 37, or
endorsements providing the exact same coverage, the City of Azusa, its directors, officials,
officers, employees, agents and volunteers shall be covered as additional insured with respect to
the Services or ongoing and complete operations performed by or on behalf of the Consultant,
including materials, parts or equipment furnished in connection with such work; and (2) using
ISO form 20 01, or endorsements providing the exact same coverage, the insurance coverage
shall be primary insurance as respects the City, its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents
and volunteers, or if excess, shall stand in an unbroken chain of coverage excess of the
Consultant’s scheduled underlying coverage. Any excess insurance shall contain a provision that
such coverage shall also apply on a primary and noncontributory basis for the benefit of the City,
before the City’s own primary insurance or self-insurance shall be called upon to protect it as a
named insured. Any insurance or self-insurance maintained by the City, its directors, officials,
officers, employees, agents and volunteers shall be excess of the Consultant’s insurance and shall
not be called upon to contribute with it in any way. Notwithstanding the minimum limits set
forth in Section 3.2.11.2(B), any available insurance proceeds in excess of the specified
minimum limits of coverage shall be available to the parties required to be named as additional
insureds pursuant to this Section 3.2.11.4(A).
(B) Automobile Liability. The automobile liability policy shall
include or be endorsed (amended) to state that: (1) the City, its directors, officials, officers,
employees, agents and volunteers shall be covered as additional insureds with respect to the
ownership, operation, maintenance, use, loading or unloading of any auto owned, leased, hired or
borrowed by the Consultant or for which the Consultant is responsible; and (2) the insurance
coverage shall be primary insurance as respects the City, its directors, officials, officers,
employees, agents and volunteers, or if excess, shall stand in an unbroken chain of coverage
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excess of the Consultant’s scheduled underlying coverage. Any insurance or self-insurance
maintained by the City, its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers shall be
excess of the Consultant’s insurance and shall not be called upon to contribute with it in any
way. Notwithstanding the minimum limits set forth in Section 3.2.11.2(B), any available
insurance proceeds in excess of the specified minimum limits of coverage shall be available to
the parties required to be named as additional insureds pursuant to this Section 3.2.11.4(B).
(C) Workers’ Compensation and Employers’ Liability
Coverage. The insurer shall agree to waive all rights of subrogation against the City, its directors,
officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers for losses paid under the terms of the
insurance policy which arise from work performed by the Consultant.
(D) All Coverages. Each insurance policy required by this
Agreement shall be endorsed to state that: (A) coverage shall not be suspended, voided, reduced
or canceled except after thirty (30) days (10 days for nonpayment of premium) prior written
notice by certified mail, return receipt requested, has been given to the City; and (B) any failure
to comply with reporting or other provisions of the policies, including breaches of warranties,
shall not affect coverage provided to the City, its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents
and volunteers. Any failure to comply with reporting or other provisions of the policies
including breaches of warranties shall not affect coverage provided to the City, its officials,
officers, employees, agents and volunteers, or any other additional insureds.
3.2.11.5 Separation of Insureds; No Special Limitations; Waiver of
Subrogation. All insurance required by this Section shall contain standard separation of insureds
provisions. In addition, such insurance shall not contain any special limitations on the scope of
protection afforded to the City, its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers.
All policies shall waive any right of subrogation of the insurer against the City, its officials,
officers, employees, agents, and volunteers, or any other additional insureds, or shall specifically
allow Consultant or others providing insurance evidence in compliance with these specifications
to waive their right of recovery prior to a loss. Consultant hereby waives its own right of
recovery against City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers, or any other
additional insureds, and shall require similar written express waivers and insurance clauses from
each of its subconsultants.
3.2.11.6 Deductibles and Self-Insurance Retentions. Any
deductibles or self-insured retentions must be declared to and approved by the City. Consultant
shall guarantee that, at the option of the City, either: (1) the insurer shall reduce or eliminate
such deductibles or self-insured retentions as respects the City, its directors, officials, officers,
employees, agents and volunteers; or (2) the Consultant shall procure a bond guaranteeing
payment of losses and related investigation costs, claims and administrative and defense
expenses.
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3.2.11.7 Subconsultant Insurance Requirements. Consultant shall
not allow any subconsultants to commence work on any subcontract relating to the work under
the Agreement until they have provided evidence satisfactory to the City that they have secured
all insurance required under this Section. If requested by Consultant, the City may approve
different scopes or minimum limits of insurance for particular subconsultants. The Consultant
and the City shall be named as additional insureds on all subconsultants’ policies of Commercial
General Liability using ISO form 20 38, or coverage at least as broad.
3.2.11.8 Acceptability of Insurers. Insurance is to be placed with
insurers with a current A.M. Best’s rating no less than A:VIII, licensed to do business in
California, and satisfactory to the City.
3.2.11.9 Verification of Coverage. Consultant shall furnish City
with original certificates of insurance and endorsements effecting coverage required by this
Agreement on forms satisfactory to the City. The certificates and endorsements for each
insurance policy shall be signed by a person authorized by that insurer to bind coverage on its
behalf, and shall be on forms provided by the City if requested. All certificates and
endorsements must be received and approved by the City before work commences. The City
reserves the right to require complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies, at any
time.
3.2.11.9 Reporting of Claims. Consultant shall report to the City, in
addition to Consultant’s insurer, any and all insurance claims submitted by Consultant in
connection with the Services under this Agreement.
3.2.12 Safety. Consultant shall execute and maintain its work so as to avoid
injury or damage to any person or property. In carrying out its Services, the Consultant shall at
all times be in compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations,
and shall exercise all necessary precautions for the safety of employees appropriate to the nature
of the work and the conditions under which the work is to be performed. Safety precautions as
applicable shall include, but shall not be limited to: (A) adequate life protection and life saving
equipment and procedures; (B) instructions in accident prevention for all employees and
subcontractors, such as safe walkways, scaffolds, fall protection ladders, bridges, gang planks,
confined space procedures, trenching and shoring, equipment and other safety devices,
equipment and wearing apparel as are necessary or lawfully required to prevent accidents or
injuries; and (C) adequate facilities for the proper inspection and maintenance of all safety
measures.
3.2.13 Accounting Records. Consultant shall maintain complete and accurate
records with respect to all costs and expenses incurred under this Agreement. All such records
shall be clearly identifiable. Consultant shall allow a representative of City during normal
business hours to examine, audit, and make transcripts or copies of such records and any other
documents created pursuant to this Agreement. Consultant shall allow inspection of all work,
data, documents, proceedings, and activities related to the Agreement for a period of three (3)
years from the date of final payment under this Agreement.
3.3 Fees and Payments.
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3.3.1 Compensation. Consultant shall receive compensation, including
authorized reimbursements, for all Services rendered under this Agreement at the rates set forth
in Exhibit “A” attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. The total compensation
shall not exceed ($772,043.00) without written approval of the City Manager. Extra Work may
be authorized, as described below, and if authorized, will be compensated at the rates and
manner set forth in this Agreement.
3.3.2 Payment of Compensation. Consultant shall submit to City a monthly
itemized statement which indicates work completed and hours of Services rendered by
Consultant. The statement shall describe the amount of Services and supplies provided since the
initial commencement date, or since the start of the subsequent billing periods, as appropriate,
through the date of the statement. City shall, within 45 days of receiving such statement, review
the statement and pay all approved charges thereon.
3.3.3 Reimbursement for Expenses. Consultant shall not be reimbursed for any
expenses unless authorized in writing by City.
3.3.4 Extra Work. At any time during the term of this Agreement, City may
request that Consultant perform Extra Work. As used herein, “Extra Work” means any work
which is determined by City to be necessary for the proper completion of the Project, but which
the parties did not reasonably anticipate would be necessary at the execution of this Agreement.
Consultant shall not perform, nor be compensated for, Extra Work without written authorization
from City’s Representative.
3.3.5 Prevailing Wages. Consultant is aware of the requirements of California
Labor Code Section 1720, et seq., and 1770, et seq., as well as California Code of Regulations,
Title 8, Section 16000, et seq., (“Prevailing Wage Laws”), which require the payment of
prevailing wage rates and the performance of other requirements on “public works” and
“maintenance” projects. If the Services are being performed as part of an applicable “public
works” or “maintenance” project, as defined by the Prevailing Wage Laws, and if the total
compensation is $1,000 or more, Consultant agrees to fully comply with such Prevailing Wage
Laws. City shall provide Consultant with a copy of the prevailing rates of per diem wages in
effect at the commencement of this Agreement. Consultant shall make copies of the prevailing
rates of per diem wages for each craft, classification or type of worker needed to execute the
Services available to interested parties upon request, and shall post copies at the Consultant’s
principal place of business and at the project site. Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold
the City, its elected officials, officers, employees and agents free and harmless from any claim or
liability arising out of any failure or alleged failure to comply with the Prevailing Wage Laws.
3.4 Termination of Agreement.
3.4.1 Grounds for Termination. City may, by written notice to Consultant,
terminate the whole or any part of this Agreement at any time and without cause by giving
written notice to Consultant of such termination, and specifying the effective date thereof, at
least seven (7) days before the effective date of such termination. Upon termination, Consultant
shall be compensated only for those services which have been adequately rendered to City, and
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Consultant shall be entitled to no further compensation. Consultant may not terminate this
Agreement except for cause.
3.4.2 Effect of Termination. If this Agreement is terminated as provided herein,
City may require Consultant to provide all finished or unfinished Documents and Data and other
information of any kind prepared by Consultant in connection with the performance of Services
under this Agreement. Consultant shall be required to provide such document and other
information within fifteen (15) days of the request.
3.4.3 Additional Services. In the event this Agreement is terminated in whole
or in part as provided herein, City may procure, upon such terms and in such manner as it may
determine appropriate, services similar to those terminated.
3.5 Ownership of Materials and Confidentiality.
3.5.1 Documents & Data; Licensing of Intellectual Property. This Agreement
creates a non-exclusive and perpetual license for City to copy, use, modify, reuse, or sublicense
any and all copyrights, designs, and other intellectual property embodied in plans, specifications,
studies, drawings, estimates, and other documents or works of authorship fixed in any tangible
medium of expression, including but not limited to, physical drawings or data magnetically or
otherwise recorded on computer diskettes, which are prepared or caused to be prepared by
Consultant under this Agreement (“Documents & Data”). All Documents & Data shall be and
remain the property of City, and shall not be used in whole or in substantial part by Consultant
on other projects without the City's express written permission. Within thirty (30) days
following the completion, suspension, abandonment or termination of this Agreement,
Consultant shall provide to City reproducible copies of all Documents & Data, in a form and
amount required by City. City reserves the right to select the method of document reproduction
and to establish where the reproduction will be accomplished. The reproduction expense shall be
borne by City at the actual cost of duplication. In the event of a dispute regarding the amount of
compensation to which the Consultant is entitled under the termination provisions of this
Agreement, Consultant shall provide all Documents & Data to City upon payment of the
undisputed amount. Consultant shall have no right to retain or fail to provide to City any such
documents pending resolution of the dispute. In addition, Consultant shall retain copies of all
Documents & Data on file for a minimum of fifteen (15) years following completion of the
Project, and shall make copies available to City upon the payment of actual reasonable
duplication costs. Before destroying the Documents & Data following this retention period,
Consultant shall make a reasonable effort to notify City and provide City with the opportunity to
obtain the documents.
3.5.2 Subcontractors. Consultant shall require all subcontractors to agree in
writing that City is granted a non-exclusive and perpetual license for any Documents & Data the
subcontractor prepares under this Agreement. Consultant represents and warrants that
Consultant has the legal right to license any and all Documents & Data. Consultant makes no
such representation and warranty in regard to Documents & Data which were prepared by design
professionals other than Consultant or its subcontractors, or those provided to Consultant by the
City.
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3.5.3 Right to Use. City shall not be limited in any way in its use or reuse of the
Documents and Data or any part of them at any time for purposes of this Project or another
project, provided that any such use not within the purposes intended by this Agreement or on a
project other than this Project without employing the services of Consultant shall be at City’s
sole risk. If City uses or reuses the Documents & Data on any project other than this Project, it
shall remove the Consultant’s seal from the Documents & Data and indemnify and hold harmless
Consultant and its officers, directors, agents and employees from claims arising out of the
negligent use or re-use of the Documents & Data on such other project. Consultant shall be
responsible and liable for its Documents & Data, pursuant to the terms of this Agreement, only
with respect to the condition of the Documents & Data at the time they are provided to the City
upon completion, suspension, abandonment or termination. Consultant shall not be responsible
or liable for any revisions to the Documents & Data made by any party other than Consultant, a
party for whom the Consultant is legally responsible or liable, or anyone approved by the
Consultant.
3.5.4 Indemnification. Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold the City, its
directors, officials, officers, employees, volunteers and agents free and harmless, pursuant to the
indemnification provisions of this Agreement, for any alleged infringement of any patent,
copyright, trade secret, trade name, trademark, or any other proprietary right of any person or
entity in consequence of the use on the Project by City of the Documents & Data, including any
method, process, product, or concept specified or depicted.
3.5.5 Confidentiality. All Documents & Data either created by or provided to
Consultant in connection with the performance of this Agreement shall be held confidential by
Consultant. All Documents & Data shall not, without the prior written consent of City, be used
or reproduced by Consultant for any purposes other than the performance of the Services.
Consultant shall not disclose, cause or facilitate the disclosure of the Documents & Data to any
person or entity not connected with the performance of the Services or the Project. Nothing
furnished to Consultant which is otherwise known to Consultant or is generally known, or has
become known, to the related industry shall be deemed confidential. Consultant shall not use
City’s name or insignia, photographs of the Project, or any publicity pertaining to the Services or
the Project in any magazine, trade paper, newspaper, television or radio production or other
similar medium without the prior written consent of City.
3.6 General Provisions.
3.6.1 Delivery of Notices. All notices permitted or required under this
Agreement shall be given to the respective parties at the following address, or at such other
address as the respective parties may provide in writing for this purpose:
Consultant:
Psomas
Attn.: Jim Hunter
3 Hutton Drive, Suite 200
Santa Ana, CA 92707
City:
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City of Azusa
Attn: Matt Marquez
213 E. Foothill Blvd.
Azusa, CA 91702
Such notice shall be deemed made when personally delivered or when mailed,
forty-eight (48) hours after deposit in the U.S. Mail, first class postage prepaid and addressed to
the party at its applicable address. Actual notice shall be deemed adequate notice on the date
actual notice occurred, regardless of the method of service.
3.6.2 Indemnification.
3.6.2.1 Scope of Indemnity. To the fullest extent permitted by law,
Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold the City, its directors, officials, officers, employees,
volunteers and agents free and harmless from any and all claims, demands, causes of action,
costs, expenses, liability, loss, damage or injury of any kind, in law or equity, to property or
persons, including wrongful death, in any manner arising out of, pertaining to, or incident to any
alleged acts, errors or omissions of Consultant, its officials, officers, employees, subcontractors,
consultants or agents in connection with the performance of the Consultant’s Services, the
Project or this Agreement, including without limitation the payment of all consequential
damages, expert witness fees and attorneys fees and other related costs and expenses.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, to the extent Consultant's Services are subject to Civil Code
Section 2782.8, the above indemnity shall be limited, to the extent required by Civil Code
Section 2782.8, to claims that arise out of, pertain to, or relate to the negligence, recklessness, or
willful misconduct of the Consultant.
3.6.2.2 Additional Indemnity Obligations. Consultant shall defend, with
legal counsel chosen by City, at Consultant’s own cost, expense and risk, any and all claims,
actions or other proceedings of every kind covered by Section 3.6.2.1 that may be brought or
instituted against City or its directors, officials, officers, employees, volunteers and agents.
Consultant shall pay and satisfy any judgment, award or decree that may be rendered against
City or its directors, officials, officers, employees, volunteers and agents as party of any such
claim, suit, action or other proceeding. Consultant shall also reimburse City for the cost of any
settlement paid by City or its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents, or volunteers as
part of any such claim, suit, action or other proceeding. Such reimbursement shall include
payment for City’s attorneys’ fees and costs, including expert witness fees. Consultant shall
reimburse City and its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents, and/or volunteers, for any
and all legal expenses and costs incurred by each of them in connection therewith or in enforcing
the indemnity herein provided. Consultant’s obligation to indemnify shall survive expiration or
termination of this Agreement and shall not be restricted to insurance proceeds, if any, received
by the City, its directors, officials officers, employees, agents, or volunteers.
3.6.3 Governing Law; Government Code Claim Compliance. This Agreement
shall be governed by the laws of the State of California. Venue shall be in Los Angeles County.
In addition to any and all contract requirements pertaining to notices of and requests for
compensation or payment for extra work, disputed work, claims and/or changed conditions,
Consultant must comply with the claim procedures set forth in Government Code sections 900 et
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seq. prior to filing any lawsuit against the City. Such Government Code claims and any
subsequent lawsuit based upon the Government Code claims shall be limited to those matters
that remain unresolved after all procedures pertaining to extra work, disputed work, claims,
and/or changed conditions have been followed by Consultant. If no such Government Code
claim is submitted, or if any prerequisite contractual requirements are not otherwise satisfied as
specified herein, Consultant shall be barred from bringing and maintaining a valid lawsuit
against the City.
3.6.4 Time of Essence. Time is of the essence for each and every provision of
this Agreement.
3.6.5 City’s Right to Employ Other Consultants. City reserves right to employ
other consultants in connection with this Project.
3.6.6 Successors and Assigns. This Agreement shall be binding on the
successors and assigns of the parties.
3.6.7 Assignment or Transfer. Consultant shall not assign, hypothecate, or
transfer, either directly or by operation of law, this Agreement or any interest herein without the
prior written consent of the City. Any attempt to do so shall be null and void, and any assignees,
hypothecates or transferees shall acquire no right or interest by reason of such attempted
assignment, hypothecation or transfer.
3.6.8 Construction; References; Captions. Since the Parties or their agents have
participated fully in the preparation of this Agreement, the language of this Agreement shall be
construed simply, according to its fair meaning, and not strictly for or against any Party. Any
term referencing time, days or period for performance shall be deemed calendar days and not
work days. All references to Consultant include all personnel, employees, agents, and
subcontractors of Consultant, except as otherwise specified in this Agreement. All references to
City include its elected officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers except as otherwise
specified in this Agreement. The captions of the various articles and paragraphs are for
convenience and ease of reference only, and do not define, limit, augment, or describe the scope,
content, or intent of this Agreement.
3.6.9 Amendment; Modification. No supplement, modification, or amendment
of this Agreement shall be binding unless executed in writing and signed by both Parties.
3.6.10 Waiver. No waiver of any default shall constitute a waiver of any other
default or breach, whether of the same or other covenant or condition. No waiver, benefit,
privilege, or service voluntarily given or performed by a Party shall give the other Party any
contractual rights by custom, estoppel, or otherwise.
3.6.11 No Third Party Beneficiaries. Except to the extent expressly provided for
in Section 3.6.7, there are no intended third party beneficiaries of any right or obligation assumed
by the Parties.
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3.6.12 Invalidity; Severability. If any portion of this Agreement is declared
invalid, illegal, or otherwise unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining
provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
3.6.13 Prohibited Interests. Consultant maintains and warrants that it has not
employed nor retained any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely
for Consultant, to solicit or secure this Agreement. Further, Consultant warrants that it has not
paid nor has it agreed to pay any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working
solely for Consultant, any fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gift or other consideration
contingent upon or resulting from the award or making of this Agreement. Consultant further
agrees to file, or shall cause its employees or subconsultants to file, a Statement of Economic
Interest with the City’s Filing Officer as required under state law in the performance of the
Services. For breach or violation of this warranty, City shall have the right to rescind this
Agreement without liability. For the term of this Agreement, no member, officer or employee of
City, during the term of his or her service with City, shall have any direct interest in this
Agreement, or obtain any present or anticipated material benefit arising therefrom.
3.6.14 Cooperation; Further Acts. The Parties shall fully cooperate with one
another, and shall take any additional acts or sign any additional documents as may be necessary,
appropriate or convenient to attain the purposes of this Agreement.
3.6.15 Attorney’s Fees. If either party commences an action against the other
party, either legal, administrative or otherwise, arising out of or in connection with this
Agreement, the prevailing party in such litigation shall be entitled to have and recover from the
losing party reasonable attorney’s fees and all other costs of such action.
3.6.16 Authority to Enter Agreement. Consultant has all requisite power and
authority to conduct its business and to execute, deliver, and perform the Agreement. Each Party
warrants that the individuals who have signed this Agreement have the legal power, right, and
authority to make this Agreement and bind each respective Party.
3.6.17 Counterparts. This Agreement may be signed in counterparts, each of
which shall constitute an original.
3.6.18 Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire Agreement of the
parties with respect to the subject matter hereof, and supersedes all prior negotiations,
understandings or agreements. This Agreement may only be modified by a writing signed by
both parties.
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CITY OF AZUSA Psomas
By: By:
Mayor
Name:
Attest:
Title:
City Clerk
Psomas
Approved as to Form:
Best Best & Krieger LLP By:
Name:
City Attorney
Title:
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EXHIBIT “A”
SCOPE OF SERVICES, SCHEDULE OF SERVICES, COMPENSATION
See Attached Document – Psomas
3 Hutton Centre Drive
Suite 200
Santa Ana, CA 92707
Tel 714.751.7373
Fax 714.545.8883
www.Psomas.com
April 1, 2020
Mr. Manuel Munoz VIA EMAIL
Planning Manager mmunoz@azusaca.gov
Planning Division
City of Azusa
213 East Foothill Boulevard
Azusa, California 91702
Subject: Proposal for Providing Environmental and Planning/ Entitlement Services for the Azusa Land
Reclamation Landfill Increase in the City of Azusa, County of Los Angeles
Dear Mr. Munoz:
Psomas appreciates the opportunity to submit a Scope of Work (SOW) and cost estimate for providing
Environmental and Planning/Entitlement Services for the Azusa Land Reclamation (ALR) Landfill
Increase Project (Project), located in the City of Azusa (City). The City is envisioned to be the Lead
Agency for both Project review pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and local
entitlement/permitting. To address the challenges of the Project and meet the needs of the City for
completing the necessary entitlements and preparing and processing the CEQA document, Psomas has
assembled a highly qualified team of experts with depth and breadth of local and regional experience
conducting planning/entitlement and environmental analysis for landfills and associated infrastructure
with knowledge of the regulatory environment.
Psomas is a full-service environmental, engineering, construction management, and land survey firm.
Psomas’ Environmental Services Group provides CEQA and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
documentation; air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, health risk assessment, noise analyses, biological
resources assessments; regulatory permitting; habitat restoration planning; cultural resources assessments
and monitoring; and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping and spatial analyses.
Psomas proposes a Project team with CEQA expertise and experience in infrastructure and the types of
projects necessary to assist the City and the Project Applicant with preparation of an IS and the resulting
CEQA document (i.e., Negative Declaration [ND], Mitigated Negative Declaration [MND], or
Environmental Impact Report [EIR]). Our team will be led by Ms. Alia Hokuki, AICP, a Senior Project
Manager with 23 years of experience in preparing environmental documentation pursuant to CEQA and
NEPA for a variety of project types, including infrastructure, institutional (healthcare and education),
residential, commercial, and retail developments. In addition, Ms. Hokuki, while at a different firm,
conducted technical analyses for an EIR for the Antelope Valley Public Landfill project. The project
entailed enlarging the landfill refuse footprint to 125 acres by reconfiguring the two approved landfills
into one contiguous disposal area and adding ancillary facilities to the overall area.
Mr. Manuel Munoz
April 1, 2020
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Ms. Hokuki will function as the main point of contact to the City and Project Applicant and the day-to-
day Project Manager with the responsibility of ensuring work is completed on schedule and within
budget. Mr. Jim Hunter, ENV SP, will be the Principal-in-Charge for the proposed Project. Jim has
33 years of experience providing environmental, strategic land use entitlement, and regulatory compliance
services to private industry, municipal, and utility clients in Southern California, including landfills and
other solid waste management facilities. Ms. Hokuki will be supported by a team of highly qualified and
experienced in-house staff and select subconsultant technical specialists.
Psomas has teamed with D. Edwards, Inc. (DEI) to assist in obtaining the required entitlements needed
for ALR to receive up to 16,000 tons per day of material into the landfill, 24-hours per day, Monday
through Saturday. DEI, in collaboration with the City and applicant will also develop a community
benefits assessment for project outreach purposes. DEI has extensive experience with entitlement of solid
waste facilities and development of community outreach programs and related materials. DEI team
member Dave Edwards has been the primary point of contact on several solid waste projects that included
zone change and conditional use permit acquisition to receive similar tonnage and operational changes as
being sought by ALR. These projects involved a complex process of community and political outreach,
public hearings and discretionary approvals, working with the various public agencies for receipt of
permits and integration of conditions of approval into facility operations.
The team will also be supported by Fehr & Peers for transportation and traffic analysis. Fehr & Peers with
extensive experience in numerous Senate Bill (SB) 743 compliant analyses for special generators and
trucks, is in a unique position to assist the team and the City of Azusa with the analysis. They recently
completed studies for Azusa’s downtown Specific Plan and are currently assisting the San Gabriel Valley
Council of Governments (SGVCOG) and the City of Azusa with vehicle miles traveled (VMT) modeling
and developing analytical approaches and impact criteria that will provide unique local insight and be
leveraged for the proposed ALR Project.
Additionally, based on unique characteristics of the proposed Project that include significant trucking and
earth-moving activities, we have included the services of Lora Granovsky/iLanco Environmental, LLC
for her expertise in Air Quality, Health Risk Assessment, Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions analyses.
It is assumed that the Applicant’s civil engineers will prepare a Preliminary Hydrology/Drainage Study
and a Preliminary Low Impact Development Plan (pLID), and a Geotechnical Study, which will be
provided to Psomas for incorporation into the IS.
Attachment A includes our proposed SOW for preparing the IS and technical studies, Attachment B
includes the cost estimate for our work effort, and Attachment C includes the organization chart and
biographies of key Project team members.
Mr. Manuel Munoz
April 1, 2020
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We appreciate the opportunity to provide the attached SOW and cost estimate, and we look forward to
assisting the City and Project team with this Project. Please contact us by phone at 714.751.7373 or by
email at Jim.Hunter@Psomas.com and Alia.Hokuki@Psomas.com if you have any questions or would
like additional information.
Sincerely,
Jim Hunter, ENV SP Alia Hokuki, AICP
Vice President Senior Project Manager/Associate
Attachments: A – Scope of Work
B – Cost Estimate
C – Biographies of Project Team Members
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ATTACHMENT A
SCOPE OF WORK
AZUSA LAND RECLAMATION LANDFILL INCREASE PROJECT
ENVIRONMENTAL AND PLANNING/ENTITLEMENT SERVICES
April 1, 2020
PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
The Azusa Land Reclamation Landfill Increase Project (Project), located at 1211 West Gladstone, in
Azusa, proposes increasing the landfill daily intake tonnage from 8,000 tons per day (tpd) to 16,000 tpd,
the weekly tonnage from 39,000 tons per week to 80,000 tons per week, and adding a yearly tonnage limit
of 4,000,000 tons per year. At the current rate of operation, it is anticipated that the landfill would close in
2061; however, in light of the increased tonnage intake, closure of the landfill would occur in 2044. The
landfill is owned and operated by the Azusa Land Reclamation Company (ALRC) and is currently
permitted and operated as accepting inert waste. ALRC is the permit holder and is responsible for the
overall site.
The proposal also includes a new Use Permit to extend the permitted operation hours to be on a 24-hour
basis, Monday through Saturday, compared to the existing hours of 6:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M., Monday
through Saturday. This change would be consistent with the existing operation of the mining/extraction
facility at the Landfill. The Project is additionally proposing a Use Permit to allow existing Landfill to
continue operating and increase capacity and allow 24-hour operation and a Code Amendment to allow
existing landfills in the West End Light Industrial District to increase capacity with a Use Permit.
The proposed Project site is located in the City of Azusa West End Industrial District with a land use
designation of Institutional/Landfill. The zoning designation is West End Light Industrial District (DWL)
and West End Industrial District (DW). The existing zoning designations allow land uses such as
industrial, manufacturing, technological uses, etc.
The Landfill is surrounded by industrial uses on the south, west, north and northwest and Zacatecas Park
and single family residential uses on the east. The industrial uses include, but are not limited to, a 24-hour
mining operation, the Azusa Landfill MRF/TS, auto shops, and other industrial/commercial uses.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS APPROACH
We understand that the City has determined preparation of an Initial Study (IS) in accordance with CEQA
(California Public Resources Code, Sections 21000 et seq.) and the State CEQA Guidelines (California
Code of Regulations, Title 14, Section 15000 et seq.) and related technical studies necessary to determine
the potential impacts resulting from implementation of the proposed modifications to existing ALR
Landfill operations. Upon completion of the IS and associated technical studies and based on the
conclusions reached, the City will make a determination as to the appropriate type of CEQA document
required for the proposed Project.
SCOPE OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND PLANNING/ENTITLEMENT SERVICES
Below is the SOW for the proposed Azusa Land Reclamation Landfill Project IS based on Psomas’
understanding of the Project and the information received from the City. This SOW includes the
following tasks:
• Task 1 Project Initiation (Kick-Off Conference Call, Data Collection and Site Visit, Project
Description)
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• Task 2 Technical Analyses/Studies
• Task 3 Initial Study
• Task 4 Project Management and Conference Calls
• Task 5 Entitlements/Permitting
TASK 1 PROJECT INITIATION
Kick-Off Conference Call
Due to the uncertainty of the current condition associated with COVID-19 and Governor’s Order for the
State of California, we assume that an in-person meeting may not occur, and Psomas instead will host
and/or participate in a kick-off video conference call with the City, the Applicant, Fehr & Peers, Dave
Edwards, Inc. (DEI), and other Project team members, as appropriate. This conference call will provide
an opportunity to discuss the approach to preparing the environmental document; further define the SOW;
identify and discuss the key community issues and concerns, as applicable; and identify information
needs. The Project schedule will be discussed and key milestones defined. It is assumed that available
Project information, including an updated site plan, if available, would be provided prior to this
conference call. It is also assumed that the technical studies prepared by the Applicant (i.e., Preliminary
Hydrology/Drainage, Preliminary Low Impact Development Plan [pLID], and Geotechnical Study) will
be provided to Psomas, subsequent the conference call, for incorporation into the IS.
Data Collection and Site Visit
Psomas will prepare a Data Needs Request to obtain data related to Project operations that will be needed
for the technical analyses contained in the IS. Work can typically proceed on tasks that are not dependent
on forthcoming information. Psomas will review existing City documents, including but not limited to the
Azusa General Plan (April 2004); the General Plan and Development Code Final Environmental Impact
Report (April 2004); Azusa Municipal Code; and other pertinent documents.
Additionally, Psomas will conduct a site visit to assist in the description of the environmental setting and
to photographically document the site and surrounding area.
Project Description
Psomas will prepare an in-depth and detailed Project Description for the IS, based on the Project
information to be provided by the City or the Applicant. It will be imperative to coordinate with the City,
the Applicant, and other stakeholders (e.g., County of Los Angeles Health Services, South Coast Air
Quality Management District (SCAQMD), and other discretionary permitting agencies) to confirm the
various components of and requirements for the Project prior to initiating the work. Based on our
experience with similar projects, we will ensure completeness of the Project Description by obtaining
details on construction, operation, and post-closure. More specific information will include, but is not
limited to, detailed technical description and related graphics; site development phasing plan; on-site
circulation and/or material haul routes; approximate geographic distribution of waste sources (waste-
shed); other features unique to the Project that would serve to minimize environmental impacts (such as
environmental protection systems and sustainability components) or that are integral to the analysis of
environmental impacts; and Project vision and objectives for post closure spectrum of beneficial uses,
such as open space, park, passive recreation, and more.
Additionally, Psomas will research and gather data that will serve to provide the setting information for
the Project Description. Upon completion of the Project Description, an electronic copy will be submitted
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to the City for review. The Project Description will be revised to address comments received and will be
submitted back for final review and approval prior to distribution to Psomas’ Project team.
TASK 2 TECHNICAL ANALYSES/STUDIES
Proposed Technical Analyses
Several technical analyses will be prepared as part of IS and for use in the CEQA document (i.e., ND,
MND, or EIR) by Psomas’ in-house technical experts, consistent with CEQA requirements. These
analyses include Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Health Risk Assessment (HRA), Energy,
Noise, and Transportation. The scopes of the said analyses are provided below.
Subtask 2.1.1 Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas
Psomas will provide comprehensive analyses of Air Quality (AQ) and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions
for the proposed expansion, which includes increased tonnage and hours of operation. The analyses will
compare the impacts of the proposed Project to current operations (i.e., the CEQA Baseline).
We understand that an air quality emissions analysis “Azusa Tonnage Increase: Air Quality
Analysis/Methodology” was conducted in 2019, by the project proponent, to evaluate the proposed
Project’s impacts to air quality. Psomas will conduct a peer review of the 2019 analysis for adequacy and
consistency with the proposed Project and will use the 2019 analysis as background information. Upon
cursory review, it appears that the 2019 analysis focused on emissions associated with off-road vehicle
exhaust (e.g., dozers, graders, loaders, etc.) that would operate at the site. However, the 2019 analysis did
not take into consideration fugitive dust emissions associated with the doubling of disposal rates, exhaust
and road dust emissions associated with trucking activities, and Project consistency with the South Coast
Air Quality Management District’s (SCAQMD) Air Quality Management Plan.
It is our understanding that trucking emissions were excluded from the 2019 analysis because the project
proponent used a baseline dating back to the time when the landfill operated as a municipal solid waste
(MSW) landfill. In agreement with the City and in accordance with the City’s guidance, Psomas will
conduct an analysis comparing the proposed Project’s emissions to CEQA Baseline emissions from
existing operations (i.e., operation at the time of the NOP). Emissions associated with existing and
anticipated truck trips will be quantified using the California Air Resources Board’s (CARB) EMFAC
emission factor model and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) AP-42 compilation of
emission factors. Per CEQA guidance, baseline emissions will be subtracted from proposed Project
emissions and the incremental emissions will be compared to SCAQMD CEQA thresholds.
The doubling of disposal rates would result in additional fugitive dust emissions associated with travel on
paved/unpaved roadways and disposal activities. Quantification of fugitive dust will be conducted using
the USEPA’s AP42 Compilation of Air Pollutant Emissions Factors. This increase in fugitive dust
emissions will be accounted for and included within the full analysis of PM10 and PM2.5 (Particulate
Matter 10 and 2.5 microns) air pollutant emissions.
It is expected that the Project would not generate traffic congestion at a major intersection at a magnitude
that would cause a local carbon monoxide (CO) “hotspot”. Thus, no dispersion modeling is included in
this SOW for CO analysis. A qualitative assessment of potential CO hotspots will be conducted based on
the level of service (LOS) at each intersection analyzed in the Project’s traffic study.
The proposed Project’s air pollutant emissions will be evaluated for consistency with the Air Quality
Management Plan (AQMP) for the South Coast Air Basin (SoCAB). All methodology, assumptions, and
results will be compiled in an Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Technical Study, with supporting
calculations in an appendix.
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Subtask 2.1.2 Health Risk Assessment
Psomas will conduct a Health Risk Assessment (HRA) to evaluate potential human health risk impacts
associated with operation of the proposed Project. The HRA will evaluate acute, non-cancer chronic, and
carcinogenic health risk impacts that may result from proposed Project activities at nearby sensitive land
uses. The nearest sensitive land uses include residences located east and southeast of the site, along
Jackson Avenue, and east of the site, along Zamara Street, as well as northeast of the site and south of
West 3rd Street. Other sensitive land uses include Zacatecas Park, Valleydale Park and Mountain View
Elementary School.
Diesel particulate matter (DPM), a component of diesel exhaust, from the proposed Project’s operation of
trucks and off-road equipment, is the primary pollutant of concern for non-cancer chronic and cancer
health risk. DPM would be speciated into its toxic components for quantification of acute health impacts.
The HRA will be conducted in accordance with the latest assessment methodologies established by the
Office of Environmental Health Hazards Assessment (OEHHA) and health risk thresholds established by
the SCAQMD.
CEQA recommends that environmental analyses evaluate whether a project would “Result in a
cumulatively considerable net increase of any criteria pollutant for which the project region is non-
attainment under an applicable federal or state ambient air quality standard.” The SCAB is currently
designated as a nonattainment area for the national and state 8-hour O3 standards, the national and state
PM10 standards, and the national annual PM2.5 standard. Since onsite equipment associated with the
proposed Project is anticipated to result in emission reductions, due to cleaner fleets, only fugitive dust
emissions are expected to increase due to material handling. Therefore, Psomas is proposing that
dispersion modeling only be conducted for PM10 and PM2.5 emissions. As part of this analysis, ambient
air impacts from exhaust and fugitive dust emissions would be quantified and compared to SCAQMD
thresholds.
All analyses will take into account existing regulatory requirements, such as SCAQMD Rule 403 dust
control measures and CARB’s off-road equipment engine requirements. Mitigation measures would be
considered and discussed with the City for impacts that exceed CEQA thresholds. A technical report with
attached modelling data will be prepared, which documents the potential health risks to nearby sensitive
land uses.
Subtask 2.1.3 Noise
Psomas will prepare a comprehensive noise analysis and will conduct a peer review of the previous noise
analysis within the Azusa Land Reclamation, Inc. Landfill Tonnage Increase Noise Analysis to ensure
that all aspects of noise and vibration related to the Project have been addressed. This Noise Analysis only
included measurements at Zacatecas Park and not the surrounding community or roadways where Project
related truck noise would occur. Psomas will conduct ambient measurements (two 24-hour and 6 short-
term 20 minute measurements) at nearby residential and industrial uses adjacent to the Project site as
well as along roadways where Project traffic would travel to characterize existing noise levels proximate
to the Project site. Consistent with the direction from the City, Psomas will provide a quantitative traffic
noise analysis, which will compare traffic noise levels that would occur under the Existing conditions,
Future without Project, and Future with Project conditions and not the historical maximum that occurred
when the site accepted MSW. Traffic noise will be quantified using the Federal Highway
Administration’s (FHA) Traffic Noise Model and will include the increased percentage of trucks
travelling along local roadways due to the Project. Increases in traffic noise levels attributable to the
Project as well as the onsite off-road vehicle noise results in the Azusa Land Reclamation, Inc. Landfill
Tonnage Increase Noise Analysis will be discussed in the Noise and Vibration Technical Report.
Vibration generated by off-road vehicles will also be evaluated per the CEQA checklist questions.
Inclusion of mitigation measures, if needed, will be coordinated with the City and included within the
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Noise and Vibration Technical Report. Supporting calculations and modeling output will be included as
an appendix.
Subtask 2.1.4 Transportation
Fehr & Peers, Transportation Consultants, as subconsultant to Psomas will conduct a transportation
analysis for the proposed Project and prepare a report that would identify the findings. The following
tasks will be performed by Fehr & Peers:
Data Collection. A site visit will be conducted to gain an understanding of the surrounding street
system, access patterns, and existing operation characteristics. Other additional pertinent data will
be collected, including previously conducted traffic studies and information regarding planned
street improvements within the study area.
The City’s Request for Proposal (RFP) does not specify a number of intersections for analysis,
and level of service (LOS) analysis is not required per Senate Bill (SB) 743. However, it is
anticipated that the City and Applicant will require the analysis to gain an understanding of
current intersection operations, and how the addition of Project traffic would affect operating
conditions. Based on a review of the study area, Fehr & Peers proposes analysis of a total of 12
intersections, including the Project driveway at Gladstone Street and Vincent Avenue. For
purposes of this SOW, it is assumed that current and pertinent AM and PM peak period turning
movement counts at each of these locations will not be available from the current local sources or
previously conducted studies in the area. Therefore, the cost of that data collection is reflected in
our proposal, and the transportation scope and budget are based on this assumption. The
intersection analysis will be prepared consistently with the City’s Transportation Impact
Guidelines for the AM and PM peak periods. It should be noted that with current school closures
and travel restrictions, intersection counts are not anticipated to be reflective of typical conditions
until the fall of 2020, at the earliest.
To gain a better understanding of current conditions and trip generation, this scope also includes
driveway counts from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM for three days to develop empirical trip generation
estimates based on current conditions and to forecast future conditions.
Additionally, SB 743 has resulted in the recent shift to vehicle miles traveled (VMT) from LOS.
The trip generation data that is empirically collected will be analyzed along with regional travel
model outputs and other trip generation resources. Our team will also work with the City to
request data from the Applicant about the locations that vehicles accessing the site are traveling
to/from. For employee vehicles and data, this would be requested as employee’s place of
residence zip code data. For trucks, this could include local logs and other information regarding
the origin and destination of trips to/from the landfill. The trip generation will also be factored in
to reflect a passenger car equivalent (PCE) in the analysis. The trip generation and trip length
information will form the basis for developing the Project’s total and per employee VMT
estimates. Existing trip generation and VMT estimates will be prepared as part Existing
Conditions task, above.
Fehr & Peers is currently working with the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments on
developing VMT data, methodologies, and impact thresholds for environmental analysis. It is
assumed for this scope and fee that local VMT methodologies and impact thresholds will be
available and would not be completed as part of this effort.
Existing Conditions. An assessment of existing operating conditions and constraints within the
study area will be prepared. AM and PM peak hour LOS will be prepared at the 12 study
intersections. Data collected as part of the task, above, will be used to prepare baseline VMT
estimates for the Project.
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Forecast Future Conditions. The forecast of future conditions will focus on the VMT and LOS
analysis based on the Project’s proposed increase in tonnage. Based on information in the
regional travel demand model and the information to be provided by the Applicant relating to the
origin and destination of current trips to/from the site, an estimate of future VMT will be
developed. It is anticipated this will be presented as total VMT for the Project and will also be
converted into a metric that estimates VMT per employee or the local service population. It is
anticipated that VMT impacts will be assessed against an employee VMT metric.
This task will not only consider the Project’s VMT, but also the Project’s effect on truck VMT at
the site. The Project’s VMT analysis will focus on comparing employee VMT to a regional
baseline. Another key consideration in this analysis is how the expansion of the site’s capacity
and operations affects the VMT of trucks and deliveries to the site. For example, if the expansion
were to create another option that was closer and more convenient than the current alternative, the
Project could have an effect of reducing truck VMT. The assumptions for this portion of the
analysis will be verified with the Project team and City staff. This scope assumes that employee
and truck information is available, as described under the Data Collection task, above. The level
of effort may need to be revisited at the commencement of this task if this information is not
available. The purchase of data would be an alternative to consider, if needed.
Using the trip generation estimates developed in prior tasks for both worker vehicles and inert
waste delivery trucks, the increase in trips will be estimated per the corresponding increase in
tonnage. The peak hour trip generation will be assigned to the roadway and analyzed locations so
that with and without Project LOS analysis can be conducted. This scope assumes preparation of
an existing with and without Project LOS analysis at 12 intersections for a single Project
alternative.
Transportation Assessment. Based on the forecast of conditions, the VMT and LOS analysis
will be used to conduct the transportation assessment. The VMT estimates will be assessed
against the City’s impact criteria to determine VMT impacts for employee and truck VMT. The
LOS analysis will be used to conduct an operational assessment of 12 nearby intersections during
the AM and PM peak hours.
We will assist with the development and analysis of mitigations for VMT impacts. In a VMT
context, impacts will primarily take the form of transportation demand management (TDM)
measures that reduce the number of trips or distance that is traveled, in turn reducing the vehicle
miles traveled. We will also assist by documenting sources for mitigation research as this is a
growing area of the practice and will help the Project address a potential VMT impact.
Safety and Caltrans Analysis. Caltrans recently released draft guidelines for SB 743-compliant
traffic analysis. Based on the draft document and the on-going implementation of SB 743 at the
local level, this scope of work anticipates the preparation of the following analyses:
o On-ramp queuing analysis at Irwindale Avenue, Azusa Avenue, and 1st Street
o Review of safety conditions and potential to increase hazards on local roadways for all
roadway users
o Freeway VMT analysis consistent with the Caltrans methodology
As discussed above, the scope and fee for this task is based on draft guidelines. Fehr & Peers will
confirm with the team whether any modifications should be considered upon release of Caltrans’
final guidelines.
Documentation. A technical report will be prepared, which will present the methodology, results,
and findings of the transportation analysis. The findings of the report will be summarized in the
Transportation section of the IS/MND, and the report will be incorporated in its entirety as an
appendix to the EIR.
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Peer Review of Applicant-Provided Technical Studies
As noted above, we anticipate that the Applicant will prepare and provide to Psomas a Preliminary
Hydrology/Drainage Study, a Preliminary Low Impact Development Plan (pLID), and a Geotechnical
Study. Upon receipt of the studies, Psomas’ Project Manager and technical experts will conduct a peer
review of the studies for adequacy and compliance with CEQA. Upon review of each of the studies for
CEQA adequacy, a Memorandum will be prepared and submitted to City staff summarizing the
comments and recommendations of the Project Manager and technical experts.
If additional studies/reports are prepared by the Applicant and provided to Psomas for peer review
and incorporation into the IS, a budget augment will be required for the additional peer review.
TASK 3 INITIAL STUDY
Administrative Draft Initial Study and Supporting Technical Studies
Psomas will prepare an Administrative Draft IS using the CEQA Environmental Checklist Form
(Appendix G). In compliance with Section 15063 of the State CEQA Guidelines, the IS will contain the
location of the Project site; a discussion of the environmental setting; a description of the Project;
identification of the Project’s potential environmental effects; a description of cumulative impacts; and a
discussion of any required mitigation.
The discussion of the environmental setting will be based on a review of existing information, including
the General Plan; Municipal Code; General Plan and Development Code EIR; technical studies provided
by the Applicant and those prepared by Psomas; review of aerial photographs; and a site visit. The
environmental analysis will include an explanation for all checklist responses to provide an understanding
of how the IS conclusions were reached and determination of the level of significance.
The following discussion describes the work effort to be undertaken to assess potential environmental
impacts of the Project relative to each topical issue.
Aesthetics. The analysis in the IS will assess any potential change in the visual quality of the site,
even though the operations remain the same and no increase in the landfill footprint or permitted
height is anticipated. The site is surrounded by existing industrial and residential uses in addition
to Zacatecas Park along the eastern edge of the Landfill. Photographs of the site will be taken
from different vantage points and incorporated into the discussion and analysis, but preparation of
a visual simulation study is not included in this SOW. The potential impacts emanating from the
changed light and glare associated with the proposed residential development will also be
analyzed in the IS. If an EIR is required, based on the findings of the IS, this topic may be
focused out from further analysis in the EIR document.
Agricultural and Forest Resources. Based on review of the State of California Department of
Conservation Farmland Mapping and Monitoring Program (FMMP 2016—LA County), the
Project site is designated as “Out of Survey Area”. The Project proposes an increase in the rate
and hours of operation within an existing landfill. The Project site is not being used, nor
anticipated to be used, or zoned for agricultural purposes; it is not subject to a Williamson Act
contract; and it does not contain Prime Farmland or Farmland of Statewide Importance.
Additionally, no forest land occurs on the Project site or in the surrounding area. The IS will
contain a statement identifying the site’s lack of agricultural and forest resources. If an EIR is
required, based on the findings of the IS, this topic may be focused out from further analysis in
the EIR document.
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Air Quality. The Air Quality and HRA discussion in the Air Quality and GHG Emissions
Technical Study (see Task 2.1.1) will be summarized into the Air Quality section of the IS, and
the technical study will be included as an appendix in the IS.
Biological Resources. The Landfill is an existing use that is within a highly developed area of the
City of Azusa. The site has been disturbed and is devoid of habitat that could potentially support
rare or endangered species of flora or fauna. The existing vegetation on the site will be discussed
and characterized as part of the IS. If an EIR is required, based on the findings of the IS, this topic
may be focused out from further analysis in the EIR document.
Cultural Resources and Tribal Cultural Resources. Psomas will conduct a literature review,
including a review of the findings of a records search through the California Historical Resources
Information System (CHRIS) database at the South-Central Coastal Information Center (SCCIC)
housed at the campus of California State University, Fullerton (CSUF). The records search will
review relevant previously recorded cultural resources and previous investigations completed for
the 1-mile search radius surrounding the Project site. It should be noted that in light of the current
circumstances related to COVID-19, records searches will take additional time. As the CSUF
campus is currently closed, it will take 3 to 4 months to obtain the results of the records search
from SCCIC.
Psomas will also request that the Native American Heritage Commission (NAHC) search their
sacred land files (SLF). This search will identify if any resources important to Native Americans
have been recorded within the Project site and surrounding vicinity. The NAHC will provide the
results and a list of affiliated tribal representatives to contact for additional information.
Psomas will also request a paleontological resources records search and literature review for the
Project site from the Vertebrate Paleontology Section of the Natural History Museum (NHM) of
Los Angeles County that will provide information on geological formations and paleontological
localities (if any) near the Project site.
If requested, Psomas’ Senior Archaeologist will provide support to the City to fulfill the Project
notification and California Native American tribal consultation requirements under Assembly Bill
(AB) 52.
The results of the records searches and tribal consultations will be compiled and described in the
cultural, geological (paleontology), and tribal cultural resources (TCR) sections of the IS and
subsequent CEQA document, as appropriate.
Energy. Psomas will develop an Energy Analysis for the Project, which includes a discussion of
regulatory setting, energy demands, Project energy efficiency measures, impact assessment, and
any necessary mitigation measures. The regulatory setting will include a discussion of the local,
State, and federal policies and regulations that apply to the Project. The discussion of Project
related energy demands include quantification of anticipated energy consumption from the
construction and operations phases. The vehicles travelling to and from the site would result in
energy demand from diesel and gasoline consumption. Onsite equipment would primarily result
in diesel fuel consumption. Potential impacts will be assessed relative to Project consistency with
those policies and measures related to energy efficiency and conservation within the City’s
General Plan and State of California Energy Efficiency Standards. Mitigation measures, if
needed, will be discussed relative to measures needed to reduce any significant energy impacts.
Geology and Soils. It is assumed that a Geotechnical Study will be prepared by the Applicant and
provided to Psomas for incorporation into the IS. Upon review of the study, Psomas will prepare
the Geology and Soils section of the IS based on the findings of the Geotechnical Study. The
study will be included as appendix in the IS.
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Greenhouse Gas Emissions. The GHG Emissions discussion in the Air Quality and GHG
Emissions Technical Study (see Task 2.1.1) will be summarized into the GHG Emissions
section of the IS, and the technical study will be included as an appendix in the IS.
Hazards and Hazardous Materials. Psomas assumes that a Phase I Environmental Site
Assessment (ESA) has not been conducted for the proposed Project, and this SOW does not
propose preparation of Phase I ESA. Psomas will request a database records search through
Environmental Data Resources (EDR) to provide current documentation on potential issues
pertaining to hazardous materials on and near the Project site. The EDR Report will be
summarized in the IS and the report included as an appendix.
Hydrology and Water Quality. It is assumed that the Applicant’s civil engineers will prepare
a Preliminary Hydrology/Drainage Study and a Preliminary Low Impact Development
Plan (pLID), which Psomas will incorporate into the IS. Psomas will conduct a review of the
materials provided for adequacy and compliance with CEQA requirements. It is assumed that
information will include the available capacity of existing infrastructure and potential impacts
related to storm drainage. It will also identify whether the total maximum daily load standards
have been established; storm water also rate and volume that dictates the Best Management
Practices (BMPs) proposed; and the potential for hydrologic conditions of concern. The reports
will be summarized and incorporated in the Hydrology and Water Quality section of the IS and
included as appendices in the document.
Land Use and Planning. Psomas will describe the existing condition of the site and the
surrounding land uses based on a site visit (Task 1.2) and review of the relevant available
documents and information and analyze the Project’s compatibility with the surrounding uses.
We understand the Project will require a Code Amendment to allow existing landfills in the West
End Light Industrial District (DWL) to increase capacity with a Use Permit and a Use Permit to
allow 24 hour operation. Psomas will also evaluate the proposed Project’s consistency with
relevant local planning documents, including the General Plan policies and Zoning Code and
other documents, as appropriate.
Mineral Resources. The Department of Conservation has designated the aggregate deposits,
which are used for construction activities, as mineral resources of regional importance. Zone V of
the Landfill currently includes active aggregate mining, which is operated in conjunction with the
mining reclamation operations at the Landfill. We understand that upon completion of
mining/extraction activities, the area will be utilized as part of landfilling activities. The IS will
provide a detailed discussion and analysis of the ongoing mining activities and make a
determination of level of impact to onsite mineral resources.
Noise. The Noise and Vibration Technical Report (see Task 2.1.3) will be summarized into the
Noise section of the IS, and the technical report will be included as an appendix in the IS.
Population and Housing. The proposed Project is an increase in the rate of materials intake and
an expansion of hours of operation. No residential uses are proposed that would result in
population growth. This issue and the potential indirect population growth as a result of increase
in number of employees will be discussed in detail and a determination made pertaining to level
of impact related to population and housing. If an EIR is required, based on the findings of the
IS, this topic may be focused out from further analysis in the EIR document.
Public Services and Recreation. The Project does not propose changes the on-going activities at
the Landfill. The potential effects associated with implementation of the proposed Project are
related to the provision of adequate service levels and the need to upgrade and/or provide
additional facilities to serve the proposed Project. However, the demand for services from
potential increase in number of employees would not adversely impact the level of service or
service providers. Psomas will coordinate with the service providers to identify existing public
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service facilities and to determine whether the proposed Project can be adequately serviced
without any increase in personnel or expansion of existing resources, including facilities.
Transportation. The Transportation Report (Task 2.1.4) will be summarized into the
Transportation section of the IS, and the Report will be included as an appendix in the IS.
Utilities and Service Systems. The Project does not propose changes the on-going activities at
the Landfill. The potential effects associated with implementation of the proposed Project are
related to the provision of adequate service levels and the need to upgrade and/or provide
additional facilities to serve the proposed Project. However, the demand for utilities from
potential increase in number of employees would not adversely impact the level of service or
utility providers. Psomas will coordinate with the utility providers to identify existing facilities
and to determine whether the proposed Project can be adequately serviced without any increase in
personnel or expansion of existing resources, including facilities.
Wildfire. The Project site is in a developed area and is not located within any fire hazard zone.
The closes High Fire Hazard area is located 2.6 miles to the north/northeast of the site. The site
and general area is not within the path of a high fire hazard designation, no impacts pertaining to
wildfire are anticipated. The fire hazard zones will be identified and described in detail in the IS.
If an EIR is required, based on the findings of the IS, this topic may be focused out from further
analysis in the EIR document.
Upon completion, the Administrative Draft IS and the technical studies (i.e., Air Quality/Greenhouse Gas
Emissions, Noise, and Transportation) will be submitted electronically to the City for review and
comment.
Draft and Final Initial Study and Supporting Technical Studies
Following review of the Administrative Draft IS by the City, Psomas will revise the document to
incorporate comments received. Psomas may request a conference call with the City to clarify the
comments, as needed. Psomas will produce a clean as well as a redlined version for ease of review. Upon
completion, Psomas will electronically submit the Draft IS to the City for a final review.
Psomas will revise the Draft IS and prepare the Final IS once comments and edits are received from the
City. Minimal comments and edits are assumed on the Draft IS. The Final IS will be submitted to the City
upon completion. Subsequent submittal, Psomas will await the City’s determination on the CEQA
document that the City will deem appropriate for the proposed Project.
TASK 4 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND CONFERENCE CALLS
Project Management
Psomas will manage the process for preparing the IS and technical studies for the City. This includes
ongoing coordination with the City and Project team to ensure compliance with the SOW and schedule
and to ensure that information is disseminated, as necessary.
Project Conference Calls
This task includes participation at monthly coordination conference calls, as necessary, with the City and
Project team (in addition to the Project kick-off conference call). This SOW assumes that the Project
Manager will lead and participate in all conference calls (two hours each, including preparation).
Additional conference calls will be billed on a time and materials basis, based on hourly rates and subject
to prior approval.
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TASK 5 ENTITLEMENTS/PERMITTING
In collaboration with City staff, DEI proposes to conduct internal and external meetings/conference calls
with team members and with the necessary public agencies to receive a clear understanding of the path
needed to be followed to achieve the Project’s entitlement goals. Once the plan has been developed, DEI
will coordinate with the City and balance of the Psomas team to facilitate the integration of the
environmental analysis and documentation process with the entitlement process. DEI will complete all
applications and oversee the preparation of other required reports and outreach plans needed to apply for
and receive the needed zone change and conditional use permit. DEI will also participate in the public
review and public meeting process making sure that all notices are filed, approvals are recorded, and
conditions of approval are reviewed prior to approval and are integrated into the site’s operational
procedures. Based on experience with similar landfill planning and entitlement processes, DEI would
anticipate preparation and participation in the following direct activities associated with obtaining the
Code Amendment and Use Permit. This work can be highly variable given the fluid nature of these types
of discretionary approvals. At Project initiation, Psomas and DEI will meet or have a conference call with
the City staff and the Project Applicant to more fully define the scope of services and associated costs for
the entitlement and permitting processes.
Attend meetings/conferences calls with City staff, Psomas, and other internal/external team
members and interested parties to develop the entitlement path
Prepare an entitlement implementation plan including responsible persons and permitting
authorities
Prepare necessary reports and project descriptions needed for the environmental documents and
application for the Code Amendment and Use Permit
Prepare a community benefits assessment
Coordinate with Psomas on the preparation and finalization of environmental review documents
Attend meetings/conference calls with the City of Azusa and permitting agencies to review and
discuss the reports and application packages
Update the application package based on feedback from the City and agencies
Attend public meeting with the public and interested parties to discuss the application package
and the proposed Project
Update permit package based on information and comments received from interested parties and
agencies
Attend the City of Azusa Planning Commission hearing
Attend the City of Azusa City Council hearing
Assist in all required filings related to the approval of the Code Amendment and Use Permit.
Other activities as assigned by the City of Azusa
PROJECT SCHEDULE
The SOW for the IS and associated Technical Studies assumes an approximate four- to six-month
schedule (including preparation of the IS, reviews by the City, and revisions by Psomas), upon receipt of
final site plan/design and Project information for the Project Description. The four- to six-month schedule
for the preparation of the IS also includes the preparation of the technical studies. Psomas will work
diligently and coordinate closely with the City and Project team to ensure the IS is completed efficiently,
on time, and within budget. All time-saving approaches will be utilized to speed up the schedule.
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The proposed Project will be initiated upon award of contract and after participation in the Project’s kick-
off conference call (Task 1.1). Preparation of the IS will start upon receipt of requested information.
ULTIMATE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) DOCUMENTATION
Based on the City’s RFP, upon completion of the IS and determination of level of impact for each of the
environmental topics, Psomas will have a conference call with the City to further discuss the most
appropriate CEQA document for the Project. Based on collaboration with and direction from the City, one
of the following CEQA documents will be prepared to further analyze the Project’s potential
environmental impacts. Below, are the types of CEQA documents and related tasks, and corresponding
approximate schedules.
Negative Declaration
If the IS does not identify any potentially significant impacts that require mitigation, a Negative
Declaration (ND) will be the appropriate type of CEQA document. Additionally, in the absence of
mitigation measures, a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) will not prepared as part
of the ND.
Tasks
Task 1 Prepare Project Description
Task 2 Prepare Administrative, Screencheck, and Draft IS/ND (using the IS and technical
studies)
Task 3 Distribute the IS/ND for the 30-day public review period (copies to be sent to State
Clearinghouse)
Task 4 Prepare Final IS/ND and Responses to Comments
Task 5 Project Management and attendance at Project conference calls and public hearings, as
appropriate
Task 6 Prepare and file the Notice of Determination upon certification of the Final IS/ND
Schedule 5 to 8 Months (including preparation of the IS, as identified above, but not including the
approval process)
Mitigated Negative Declaration
If the IS identifies one or more potentially significant impacts that can be feasibly mitigated, a Mitigated
Negative Declaration (MND) will be prepared. Additionally, in light of the mitigation measures, an
MMRP will also be prepared.
Tasks
Task 1 Prepare Project Description
Task 2 Prepare Administrative, Screencheck, and Draft IS/MND (using the IS and technical
studies)
Task 3 Distribute the IS/MND for the 30-day public review period (copies to be sent to State
Clearinghouse)
Task 4 Prepare Final IS/MND and Responses to Comments and Mitigation Monitoring and
Reporting Program (MMRP)
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Task 5 Project Management and attendance at Project conference calls and public hearings, as
appropriate
Task 6 Prepare and file the Notice of Determination upon certification of the Final IS/MND
Schedule 5 to 9 Months (including preparation of the IS, as identified above, but not including the
approval process)
Environmental Impact Report
If the IS identifies one or more potentially significant and unavoidable impacts that cannot be mitigated,
and a Statement of Overriding Consideration is required, an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) will be
prepared.
Tasks
Task 1 Prepare Project Description
Task 2 Prepare Notice of Preparation (NOP) and other notices
Task 3 Distribute the IS/NOP for the 30-day public review period (copies to be sent to State
Clearinghouse)
Task 4 Conduct Scoping Meeting (as appropriate) during the 30-day public review period
Task 5 Prepare Administrative, Screencheck, and Draft EIR for review and approval by the City
Task 6 Distribute Draft EIR and notices for the 45-day public review period (copies to be sent to
State Clearinghouse)
Task 7 Prepare Responses to Comments and Final EIR for review and approval by the City and
for distribution to commenters
Task 8 Prepare Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) and Finding of Facts
and Statement of Overriding Consideration
Task 9 Project Management and participation in Project conference calls and public hearings, as
appropriate
Task 10 Prepare and file the Notice of Determination upon certification of the Final EIR
Schedule 12 to 16 Months (including preparation of the IS, as identified above, but not including the
approval process)
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ATTACHMENT B
COST ESTIMATE
AZUSA LAND RECLAMATION LANDFILL INCREASE PROJECT
ENVIRONMENTAL AND PLANNING/ENTITLEMENT SERVICES
April 1, 2020
The following cost estimate is based on the assumptions and fee schedule following this page.
Task Description Fee
Task 1 Project Initiation $5,354.00
Task 2 Technical Analyses/Studies:
2.1 Proposed Technical Analyses
Air Quality/Greenhouse Gas Emissions $22,000.00
Health Risk Assessment $16,000.00
Energy $6,000.00
Noise $21,000.00
Transportation $81,500.00
2.2 Peer Review of Existing Technical Studies $6,500.00
Task 3 Initial Study
3.1 Administrative Draft Initial Study $33,132.00
3.2 Draft and Final Initial Study $6,650.00
Task 4 Project Management and Conference Calls
4.1 Project Management $7,256.00
4.2 Conference Calls $4,300.00
Records Searches, Reprographics, Mileage, Miscellaneous $1,650.00
Total Initial Study and Related Technical Analyses (Tasks 1 through 4) $211,342.00
Task 5 Entitlements/Permitting* $160,000 – $200,000
Projected Cost for Ultimate CEQA Document**
Negative Declaration $20,000 – $40,000
Mitigated Negative Declaration $40,000 – $60,000
Environmental Impact Report $180,000 – $260,000
Contingency (15%) $100,701.00
ESTIMATED TOTAL COST FOR EIR AS THE ULTIMATE CEQA DOCUMENT $772,043.00
*A detailed scope of work and more defined cost estimate for the Entitlements/Permitting work effort will be
developed in collaboration with City staff and Project Applicant at the time of Project initiation.
**A thorough cost estimate for the ultimate CEQA document will be developed in collaboration with City staff at
the completion of the IS and Technical Studies. The rough cost shown for each potential ultimate CEQA document
is in addition to the IS cost estimate for Tasks 1 through 4.
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ASSUMPTIONS
• Additional out-of-scope work efforts not explicitly described above will require a budget
augment.
• Changes to the Project description or assumptions that occur after the initiation of technical
analysis/studies will result in additional costs.
• No site recordation, data recovery, and treatment plans and/or monitoring for cultural resources
and paleontological resources are included in this SOW.
• The following information and reports will be provided by the Applicant:
o Hydrology/Drainage Study
o Preliminary Low Impact Development Plan (pLID)
o Geotechnical Report
• Additional review cycles of the IS not described in this scope may require a budget augment.
• Participation in Project conference calls are as outlined in this SOW; additional calls can be on a
time-and-materials basis.
• Direct costs are based on best available information.
ATTACHMENT C
BIOGRAPHIES OF PROJECT TEAM MEMBERS
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CEQA/NEPA
DOCUMENTATION
Jillian Neary
Environmental Planner
Daria Sarraf
Environmental Planner
Megan Larum
Environmental Analyst
Psomas
PRINCIPAL-IN-CHARGE
QA/QC MANAGER
Jim Hunter, ENV SP †
Psomas
PROJECT MANAGER
Alia Hokuki, AICP †
Psomas
AIR QUALITY/GHG/HRA/
ENERGY/NOISE ANALYSES
Tin Cheung †
Air Quality/GHG/HRA/Energy/
Noise Manager
Daria Sarraf
Air Quality/GHG Specialist
Michael Milroy
Noise Specialist
Psomas
Lora Granovsky
Air Quality/GHG/HRA
Specialist
iLanco Environmental, LLC
CULTURAL/TRIBAL
RESOURCES
Charles Cisneros, RPA †
Senior Archaeologist
Kassie Sugimoto
Archaeologist
Psomas
GIS
Michael Deseo
Sr. GIS Analyst
Robert Becker
GIS Specialist
Psomas
BIOLOGICAL/
REGULATORY PERMITTING
RESOURCES
Amber Heredia
Biological Resources
Manager
Psomas
City of Azusa
ORGANIZATION CHART
HYDROLOGY AND
PRELIMINARY LID
PEER REVIEW
Matthew Heideman, PE,
QSD/QSP, ENV SP
Project Manager/Civil
Engineer
Steven Baine, PE, QSD,
ENV SP
Civil Engineer
Psomas
ENTITLEMENTS
Dave Edwards †
Entitlement Manager
Debrah Bishop
Entitlement Specialist
DEI
† Key Personnel
TRANSPORTATION/TRAFFIC
Miguel Núñez, AICP †
Senior Traffic Manager
Jolene Hayes, AICP †
Traffic Engineer
Netai Basu, AICP, CTP
Traffic Engineer
Fehr & Peers
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ALIA HOKUKI, AICP | PROJECT MANAGER
Education/Certifications
1996/Master of Urban and Regional Planning/University of California, Irvine
1991/BA/Development Studies/University of California, Los Angeles
American Institute of Certified Planners/No. 112796
Affiliations
American Planning Association
Association of Environmental Professionals
FuturePorts
Alia Hokuki, AICP, is a Senior Project Manager with more than 23 years of experience in the environmental
and policy planning field with a focus on environmental impact assessments for public and private sector
clients. Alia’s expertise includes the preparation and management and peer review of environmental
compliance documents pursuant to CEQA and NEPA. She has managed and prepared a number of CEQA and
NEPA documents for a variety of projects, including infrastructure (landfills, reservoirs, ports, and military
facilities); urban infill and redevelopment; commercial and retail; institutional (education and healthcare);
mixed-use; high-density residential, and large master planned communities. Additionally, her work has
spanned multiple agencies and jurisdictions.
Alia’s relevant experience for this Project includes working as an environmental planner analyzing various
environmental topics for the Antelope Valley Public Landfill Expansion Project Environmental Impact
Report (EIR) in Palmdale, while at a different firm. The project was enlarging the existing landfill refuse
footprint to 125 acres by reconfiguring the 2 approved landfills into 1 contiguous disposal area and adding 5
acres of ancillary facilities to the overall area. One of Alia’s current project work includes serving as Project
Manager for Los Angeles County Public Works’ (LACPW’s) Pacoima Restoration Project. The project includes
preparation of an EIR for Pacoima Reservoir sediment removal that involves multiple stakeholders and high
community concern.
Additionally, recently completed EIRs—demonstrating expertise in land development—include a program EIR
for the Magnolia Tank Farm Specific Plan Project in Huntington Beach; a program EIR for the El Toro, 100-
Acre Parcel Development Plan Project; and a project EIR for the West Alton Parcel Development Plan EIR. All
three complex and controversial projects included coordination with multiple jurisdictions.
She will be the day-to-day contact and her responsibilities will include providing project status updates, project
team management, schedule, deliverables, quality control, and budget management in addition to overseeing
preparation of the environmental document; and attendance at public meetings and hearings, as appropriate.
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JAMES HUNTER, ENV SP | PRINCIPAL-IN-CHARGE
AND QA/QC MANAGER
Education/Certifications
1984/BS/Environmental Planning and Management/University of California, Davis
Envision Sustainability Professional/Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure
Affiliations
Association of Environmental Professionals
Jim Hunter, ENV SP, will serve as Principal-in-Charge for the Psomas team . He has 34 years of experience
providing strategic land use entitlement, environmental, and regulatory compliance services to private
industry, municipal, and utility clients in Southern California. He has successfully assembled and managed
high performing teams in the areas of CEQA and/or NEPA environmental review and permitting; pre-
construction planning; and construction compliance monitoring for capital infrastructure and major land
development across Southern California.
Jim’s experience with multi-disciplinary and similar complex projects includes serving as Project Manager
for the Chiquita Canyon Landfill Master Plan Revision Conditional Use Permit and Environmental Impact
Report in Los Angeles County; Project Manager for the Kettleman Hills Landfill Unit B-19 Join Technical
Document in the Kettleman City; Project Manager for the Commerce Materials Recovery Facility Permitting
in the City of Commerce; and Project Director for Compliance Management Services for Waste Management,
Inc. in multiple states. One of Jim’s current projects involves preparing an EIR/EA, and obtaining permitting
approvals for a 3,024-bed correctional facility in California City, Kern County. In addition, he serves as
Principal-in-Charge for multiple Psomas on-call contracts including Los Angeles County Public Works Water
Resources Branch and Metropolitan Water District of Southern California.
Jim’s goal on every project is to deliver seamless client-centric solutions. His responsibilities on this project
will include coordination with the Project Manager to ensure the team has necessary resources to deliver
high quality services on schedule and within budget; provision of strategic consultation; serving as QA/QC
manager of environmental documents; and contract management.
JILLIAN NEARY | ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER
Education/Certifications
1997/BA/Geology/Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis, IN
Certificate of Completion for LEED for New Construction Technical
Review Workshop/U.S. Green Building Council
Certificate of Completion for Low Impact Development Seminar/
American Council of Engineering Companies
Jillian Neary has 20 years of experience in environmental analysis and land use investigation, including 16
years in the preparation of environmental compliance documents pursuant to CEQA/NEPA and associated
State and federal regulations. She has completed documentation for both private-and public-sector clients
on a wide range of projects including flood control and water supply projects; commercial and industrial
developments; tract map and master planned communities, infill development and redevelopment, General
Plan updates, and recreation projects . Her early career involved performing subsurface investigations and
underground storage tank removals and has prepared Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments
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in central Indiana. While her expertise lies in evaluating the potential for environmental impacts on all CEQA
topics, this unique background provides particular expertise in agriculture resources, geology and soils,
hazardous materials, and water resources.
Jillian’s relevant experience includes multiple projects for the LACPW including the Former Cogen Landfill
Gas Extraction System and Monitoring Plan Project IS/MND; Pacoima Spreading Grounds Improvement
Project IS/MND and Recirculated IS/MND; and Debris Basin Maintenance Program IS/MND and the Bull
Creek Water Conservation Pipeline Project IS/MND. Additional relevant infrastructure-related projects are
the Inglewood Oil Field Specific Plan Project EIR in Culver City and the Berkshire Creek Area Improvements
Project IS/MND in Pasadena.
Jillian’s responsibilities for this Project will include conducting research for and preparing sections of the EIR.
TIN CHEUNG | AIR QUALITY/GHG/HRA/ENERGY/NOISE MANAGER
Education
1993/BA/Geography and Environmental Studies/University of California, Santa Barbara
Tin Cheung has 26 years of experience includes conducting air quality, climate change, energy, noise, and
vibration studies for CEQA/NEPA compliance. His experience includes preparing air pollutant emissions
inventories, dispersion modeling, climate change, and health risk assessments (HRAs) using a variety of
computer data models. He is also proficient at conducting noise and vibration studies for stationary and
multimodal mobile sources. He has extensive knowledge of the CEQA/NEPA regulatory process and impact
assessment methods established by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA), the California Air
Resources Board (CARB), and local air quality management districts.
Tin’s project experience includes analyses of large-scale infrastructure, residential, commercial, industrial,
educational, energy, and recreational uses. His relevant experience for this Project includes the LACPW’s
Former Cogen Landfill Gas Extraction System and Monitoring Plan Project in Los Angeles County; the
Walltown Quarry Expansion EIR in Sacramento County; the Big Tujunga Reservoir Sediment Removal Project
IS/MND in Los Angeles County; and the Inglewood Oil Field Specific Plan Project EIR in Culver City.
His substantial knowledge of impact quantification and regulations helps him find creative solutions to reduce
air quality, climate change, health risk, energy, noise, and vibration impacts. Tin’s responsibilities for this
Project will be overseeing and/or preparing air quality, GHG emissions, health risk assessment, energy, noise
and vibration analyses overseeing air quality, GHG emissions, health risk, energy, and noise modeling efforts;
and coordination of noise monitoring.
DARIA SARRAF | AIR QUALITY/GHG SPECIALIST
Education
2014/MA/Environmental Studies/University of Southern California
2013/BA/Music, Harp Performance, Minor, Environmental
Studies/University of Southern California
Daria Sarraf has over 5 years of experience in environmental planning and analysis consistent with CEQA/
NEPA and provides Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GHG) technical analyses/studies for many
of Psomas’ projects. As an Air Quality/GHG Specialist, she has experience using the California Emissions
Estimator Model (CalEEMod), Roadway Construction Emissions Model, and EMissions FACtors (EMFAC)
model. Daria’s experience is on a variety of project types, including utility and infrastructure improvements,
industrial, large land development projects, parks and open spaces, mixed-use, rehabilitation facilities, and
transit-oriented development.
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Daria’s relevant Air Quality and GHG experience includes the LACPW’s Bull Creek Water Conservation
Pipeline Project IS/MND; the Magnolia Tank Farm Specific Plan Project EIR in Huntington Beach; the
Centennial Specific Plan EIR in Los Angeles County; the Big Tujunga Reservoir Restoration Project IS/MND;
and the 3.7 MG Zone 1 Reservoir Project IS/MND.
Daria’s CEQA responsibilities for this Project includes conducting air quality and GHG emissions modeling
under the supervision of the Air Quality and Noise Manager.
CHARLES CISNEROS, RPA | SENIOR ARCHAEOLOGIST
Education/Registrations
2008/MS/European Archaeology/University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2004/BA/Anthropology/California State University, Los Angeles
Registered Professional Archaeologist/28575983/Register of Professional Archaeologists
Charles Cisneros is a registered professional archaeologist with 16 years of experience in archaeological
assessment and field experience in California. He has directed numerous field projects in support of
compliance with CEQA, NEPA, and Sections 106 and 110 of the National Historic Preservation Act. Charles
has managed a wide range of projects involving archaeological survey, testing, data recovery, monitoring,
and laboratory analysis. His training and background meet the U.S. Secretary of the Interior’s Professional
Qualifications Standards for prehistoric and historic archaeology.
His relevant experience includes multiple projects for the Simi Valley Landfill in Simi Valley including
Cultural Services for the Recycling Center Expansion and the Habitat Restoration and Management Plan.
Additional experience includes the Orange County (OC) Waste & Recycling’s Frank R. Bowerman Landfill
Phase IIIB-1 Landfill Buttress and Liner Project in Irvine; and the LACPW’s Pacoima Reservoir Restoration
Project EIR.
Charles’ responsibilities will include overseeing and/or preparing the cultural resources analyses (historic,
archaeological, tribal cultural resources and paleontological resources); assisting the City with coordination
and project notification pursuant to AB 52, if required by the City; and overseeing QA/QC of technical reports
used in support of the environmental documents.
D. Edwards, Incorporated
DAVE EDWARDS | ENTITLEMENT MANAGER
Education/Certifications
Chemical Engineering Studies/California Polytechnic University, Pomona/1981
BA/Science/California State University Fullerton/1978
Dave Edwards has more than 39 years’ experience in the environmental arena developing unique
specializations in two functional areas: the planning and operations of solid waste and related industry
facilities; and the permitting and entitlement processes for both public and private sector projects. Through
the years, Mr. Edwards has developed not only the in-depth experience, but also the relationships critical to
helping ensure project success. Specific relevant experience includes: obtaining all entitlements and operating
permits and being responsible for community relations and outreach associated with a multi-billion-dollar (in
revenue) expansion of Sunshine Canyon Landfill in Los Angeles, California; providing strategic community/
political outreach planning and implementation services for the development of multiple large, complex
projects (i.e., the permitting, design and construction of a 6.6-megawatt electrical generation facility in
Livermore, California utilizing landfill gas). Dave also functioned as the General Manager at Bradley Landfill
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in Los Angeles, where he was responsible for daily landfill operations, compliance, contract negotiations,
permitting, construction and community/political outreach.
DEBRAH BISHOP | ENTITLEMENT SPECIALIST
Education/Certifications
BA/Political Science/Chapman University/2001
403.1 Dust Control Plan Certification, CV1910-008773-8809
San Juaquin Valley APCD, Regulation VIII Dust Control Training
With over 15 years of experience in the environmental field, Ms. Bishop has managed the completion of
complex and environmentally sensitive projects, successfully coordinating with project proponents, regulatory
agencies and contractors to deliver projects on schedule and on budget. Ms. Bishop is adept at permitting
solid waste facilities including landfill gas collection and control systems, landfill gas to energy facilities and
solid waste facilities permits for landfills, transfer stations, material recovery facilities, anerobic digesters and
organics processing facilities. Specific relevant experience includes successfully coordinating the Conditions
of Approval compliance program and subsequent completion of requisite conditions from receipt of permits
through the start of operations for reopening and expansion of Sunshine Canyon Landfill, a 12,100 ton per
day landfill in the City of Los Angeles, California. Debrah has also drafted multiple Initial Studies for CEQA
compliance for renewable energy and municipal solid waste projects; managed the detailed design and
engineering of a food waste pre-processing facilities; and prepared multiple solid waste market assessments for
Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts to assess changes in waste flow in the greater Los Angeles region and
to evaluate the potential for the early movement of waste out to Mesquite Regional Landfill.
Fehr & Peers
MIGUEL NÚÑEZ, AICP | SENIOR TRAFFIC MANAGER
Education/Certifications
Master of Arts, Urban Planning/University of California, Los Angeles, 2007
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science/University of California Los Angeles, 2004
American Institute of Certified Planners (024917)
Miguel Núñez has over 12 years of experience in transportation planning, with areas of expertise in pedestrian
and bicycle planning, complete streets, and multi-modal planning. Miguel managed Fehr & Peers’ efforts on
the Mission Viejo Safe Routes to School Project, the Downey Bicycle Master Plan, the People St Evaluation
effort, and the Huntington Park Complete Streets, all focused on implementable improvements and strategies
for enhancing mobility and safety for all road users. Through his experience working on projects with a multi-
modal emphasis, complex and controversial traffic impact studies, and numerous regional transportation
plans, Miguel has helped a wide range of communities expand transport options for their stakeholders. He
has managed pedestrian safety assessments throughout California and presents at industry conferences on
emerging and innovative multi-modal practices.
His additional project experience includes TOD General Plan/Development Code Update and Specific Plan
Project in Azusa; various trip generation and traffic analysis studies in Azusa; Talaria Mixed-Use Development
in Burbank; and Burbank General Plan Update and Travel Demand Model Development in Burbank.
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JOLENE HAYES, AICP | TRAFFIC ENGINEER
Education/Certifications
Master of City and Regional Planning/University of Texas, Arlington
Bachelor of Arts/Political Science/University of Texas, Arlington
Chair/Transportation Research Board’s (TRB) Intermodal Freight Transport Committee
Affiliations
TRB’s Marine Environment Committee
American Planning Association (APA)
Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS)
Ms. Hayes is a Senior Associate at Fehr & Peers with 20 years of experience in local, regional, and statewide
transportation, land use, and goods movement/port planning, analysis and project implementation. She has
been involved in numerous freight projects and CEQA/NEPA analyses (marine, rail, and highway, as well as
logistics warehousing/distribution development planning) in California, as well as Utah, Colorado, Texas,
Georgia, Nevada, Mississippi, Michigan, South Carolina, Washington and Oregon. Ms. Hayes has served as
a key researcher for freight and logistics studies funded through the National Cooperative Highway/Freight
Research Programs (NCHRP/NCFRP) on supply chain resiliency and truck bottlenecks and she is currently
working on one to address autonomous freight vehicles. Ms. Hayes has participated in policy development
at the local, regional, and federal levels, and understands the importance of balancing land uses and the
movement of goods and people to ensure the sustainability of health and jobs in our communities.
NETAI BASU, AICP CTP | TRAFFIC ENGINEER
Education/Certifications
Master of Urban and Regional Planning/San José State University
American Institute of Certified Planners
Affiliations
American Planning Association
Association of Environmental Professionals
Mr. Basu has over 25 years of experience in transportation planning including 20 years with Fehr & Peers.
He has participated in and managed a broad range of transportation impact studies for both public and
private clients across Southern California and in Hawaii. Project types have included commercial, industrial,
residential, mixed-use developments, and public facilities. He has managed CEQA studies for projects at the
Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach and the LA County Sanitation Districts for many years, which have
generated large amounts of non-auto traffic. Among his specialties is the preparation of construction-period
impact analyses for infrastructure projects such as water, wastewater, and electric transmission lines. These
types of projects have temporary transportation impacts associated with material removal/replacement and
installation of infrastructure which, upon completion generates few trips.
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iLanco Environmental, LLC
LORA GRANOVSKY | SENIOR AIR QUALITY/GHG/HRA SPECIALIST
Education/Certifications
MS/Civil Environmental Engineering/University of California, Los Angeles
BS/Civil Engineering/University of California, Los Angeles
Emerging Business Enterprise (EBE)
Small Business Enterprise (SBE)
Ms. Granovsky has 27 years of experience providing environmental engineering and regulatory compliance
services for industrial facilities, government agencies and real estate developers. She has worked with
marine ports, energy generation facilities, oil refineries, oil and natural gas pipelines, airline carriers, large
residential and commercial developments, various industrial facilities and municipalities. Her areas of
technical expertise include emission quantification, air dispersion modeling, human health risk assessment,
mortality and morbidity studies, air quality regulatory compliance, GHG emissions inventory, air pollution
control technology evaluation, feasibility studies, peer review of CEQA and NEPA documents permitting, and
conducting HRAs for a variety of sources. Ms. Granovsky’s involvement with GHG projects includes emission
calculations and inventory preparation for industrial facilities and government institutions.
3 Hutton Centre Drive
Suite 200
Santa Ana, CA 92707
Tel 714.751.7373
Fax 714.545.8883
www.Psomas.com
April 1, 2020
Mr. Manuel Munoz VIA EMAIL
Planning Manager mmunoz@azusaca.gov
Planning Division
City of Azusa
213 East Foothill Boulevard
Azusa, California 91702
Subject: Proposal for Providing Environmental and Planning/ Entitlement Services for the Azusa Land
Reclamation Landfill Increase in the City of Azusa, County of Los Angeles
Dear Mr. Munoz:
Psomas appreciates the opportunity to submit a Scope of Work (SOW) and cost estimate for providing
Environmental and Planning/Entitlement Services for the Azusa Land Reclamation (ALR) Landfill
Increase Project (Project), located in the City of Azusa (City). The City is envisioned to be the Lead
Agency for both Project review pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and local
entitlement/permitting. To address the challenges of the Project and meet the needs of the City for
completing the necessary entitlements and preparing and processing the CEQA document, Psomas has
assembled a highly qualified team of experts with depth and breadth of local and regional experience
conducting planning/entitlement and environmental analysis for landfills and associated infrastructure
with knowledge of the regulatory environment.
Psomas is a full-service environmental, engineering, construction management, and land survey firm.
Psomas’ Environmental Services Group provides CEQA and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
documentation; air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, health risk assessment, noise analyses, biological
resources assessments; regulatory permitting; habitat restoration planning; cultural resources assessments
and monitoring; and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping and spatial analyses.
Psomas proposes a Project team with CEQA expertise and experience in infrastructure and the types of
projects necessary to assist the City and the Project Applicant with preparation of an IS and the resulting
CEQA document (i.e., Negative Declaration [ND], Mitigated Negative Declaration [MND], or
Environmental Impact Report [EIR]). Our team will be led by Ms. Alia Hokuki, AICP, a Senior Project
Manager with 23 years of experience in preparing environmental documentation pursuant to CEQA and
NEPA for a variety of project types, including infrastructure, institutional (healthcare and education),
residential, commercial, and retail developments. In addition, Ms. Hokuki, while at a different firm,
conducted technical analyses for an EIR for the Antelope Valley Public Landfill project. The project
entailed enlarging the landfill refuse footprint to 125 acres by reconfiguring the two approved landfills
into one contiguous disposal area and adding ancillary facilities to the overall area.
Mr. Manuel Munoz
April 1, 2020
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Ms. Hokuki will function as the main point of contact to the City and Project Applicant and the day-to-
day Project Manager with the responsibility of ensuring work is completed on schedule and within
budget. Mr. Jim Hunter, ENV SP, will be the Principal-in-Charge for the proposed Project. Jim has
33 years of experience providing environmental, strategic land use entitlement, and regulatory compliance
services to private industry, municipal, and utility clients in Southern California, including landfills and
other solid waste management facilities. Ms. Hokuki will be supported by a team of highly qualified and
experienced in-house staff and select subconsultant technical specialists.
Psomas has teamed with D. Edwards, Inc. (DEI) to assist in obtaining the required entitlements needed
for ALR to receive up to 16,000 tons per day of material into the landfill, 24-hours per day, Monday
through Saturday. DEI, in collaboration with the City and applicant will also develop a community
benefits assessment for project outreach purposes. DEI has extensive experience with entitlement of solid
waste facilities and development of community outreach programs and related materials. DEI team
member Dave Edwards has been the primary point of contact on several solid waste projects that included
zone change and conditional use permit acquisition to receive similar tonnage and operational changes as
being sought by ALR. These projects involved a complex process of community and political outreach,
public hearings and discretionary approvals, working with the various public agencies for receipt of
permits and integration of conditions of approval into facility operations.
The team will also be supported by Fehr & Peers for transportation and traffic analysis. Fehr & Peers with
extensive experience in numerous Senate Bill (SB) 743 compliant analyses for special generators and
trucks, is in a unique position to assist the team and the City of Azusa with the analysis. They recently
completed studies for Azusa’s downtown Specific Plan and are currently assisting the San Gabriel Valley
Council of Governments (SGVCOG) and the City of Azusa with vehicle miles traveled (VMT) modeling
and developing analytical approaches and impact criteria that will provide unique local insight and be
leveraged for the proposed ALR Project.
Additionally, based on unique characteristics of the proposed Project that include significant trucking and
earth-moving activities, we have included the services of Lora Granovsky/iLanco Environmental, LLC
for her expertise in Air Quality, Health Risk Assessment, Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions analyses.
It is assumed that the Applicant’s civil engineers will prepare a Preliminary Hydrology/Drainage Study
and a Preliminary Low Impact Development Plan (pLID), and a Geotechnical Study, which will be
provided to Psomas for incorporation into the IS.
Attachment A includes our proposed SOW for preparing the IS and technical studies, Attachment B
includes the cost estimate for our work effort, and Attachment C includes the organization chart and
biographies of key Project team members.
Mr. Manuel Munoz
April 1, 2020
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We appreciate the opportunity to provide the attached SOW and cost estimate, and we look forward to
assisting the City and Project team with this Project. Please contact us by phone at 714.751.7373 or by
email at Jim.Hunter@Psomas.com and Alia.Hokuki@Psomas.com if you have any questions or would
like additional information.
Sincerely,
Jim Hunter, ENV SP Alia Hokuki, AICP
Vice President Senior Project Manager/Associate
Attachments: A – Scope of Work
B – Cost Estimate
C – Biographies of Project Team Members
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ATTACHMENT A
SCOPE OF WORK
AZUSA LAND RECLAMATION LANDFILL INCREASE PROJECT
ENVIRONMENTAL AND PLANNING/ENTITLEMENT SERVICES
April 1, 2020
PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
The Azusa Land Reclamation Landfill Increase Project (Project), located at 1211 West Gladstone, in
Azusa, proposes increasing the landfill daily intake tonnage from 8,000 tons per day (tpd) to 16,000 tpd,
the weekly tonnage from 39,000 tons per week to 80,000 tons per week, and adding a yearly tonnage limit
of 4,000,000 tons per year. At the current rate of operation, it is anticipated that the landfill would close in
2061; however, in light of the increased tonnage intake, closure of the landfill would occur in 2044. The
landfill is owned and operated by the Azusa Land Reclamation Company (ALRC) and is currently
permitted and operated as accepting inert waste. ALRC is the permit holder and is responsible for the
overall site.
The proposal also includes a new Use Permit to extend the permitted operation hours to be on a 24-hour
basis, Monday through Saturday, compared to the existing hours of 6:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M., Monday
through Saturday. This change would be consistent with the existing operation of the mining/extraction
facility at the Landfill. The Project is additionally proposing a Use Permit to allow existing Landfill to
continue operating and increase capacity and allow 24-hour operation and a Code Amendment to allow
existing landfills in the West End Light Industrial District to increase capacity with a Use Permit.
The proposed Project site is located in the City of Azusa West End Industrial District with a land use
designation of Institutional/Landfill. The zoning designation is West End Light Industrial District (DWL)
and West End Industrial District (DW). The existing zoning designations allow land uses such as
industrial, manufacturing, technological uses, etc.
The Landfill is surrounded by industrial uses on the south, west, north and northwest and Zacatecas Park
and single family residential uses on the east. The industrial uses include, but are not limited to, a 24-hour
mining operation, the Azusa Landfill MRF/TS, auto shops, and other industrial/commercial uses.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS APPROACH
We understand that the City has determined preparation of an Initial Study (IS) in accordance with CEQA
(California Public Resources Code, Sections 21000 et seq.) and the State CEQA Guidelines (California
Code of Regulations, Title 14, Section 15000 et seq.) and related technical studies necessary to determine
the potential impacts resulting from implementation of the proposed modifications to existing ALR
Landfill operations. Upon completion of the IS and associated technical studies and based on the
conclusions reached, the City will make a determination as to the appropriate type of CEQA document
required for the proposed Project.
SCOPE OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND PLANNING/ENTITLEMENT SERVICES
Below is the SOW for the proposed Azusa Land Reclamation Landfill Project IS based on Psomas’
understanding of the Project and the information received from the City. This SOW includes the
following tasks:
• Task 1 Project Initiation (Kick-Off Conference Call, Data Collection and Site Visit, Project
Description)
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• Task 2 Technical Analyses/Studies
• Task 3 Initial Study
• Task 4 Project Management and Conference Calls
• Task 5 Entitlements/Permitting
TASK 1 PROJECT INITIATION
Kick-Off Conference Call
Due to the uncertainty of the current condition associated with COVID-19 and Governor’s Order for the
State of California, we assume that an in-person meeting may not occur, and Psomas instead will host
and/or participate in a kick-off video conference call with the City, the Applicant, Fehr & Peers, Dave
Edwards, Inc. (DEI), and other Project team members, as appropriate. This conference call will provide
an opportunity to discuss the approach to preparing the environmental document; further define the SOW;
identify and discuss the key community issues and concerns, as applicable; and identify information
needs. The Project schedule will be discussed and key milestones defined. It is assumed that available
Project information, including an updated site plan, if available, would be provided prior to this
conference call. It is also assumed that the technical studies prepared by the Applicant (i.e., Preliminary
Hydrology/Drainage, Preliminary Low Impact Development Plan [pLID], and Geotechnical Study) will
be provided to Psomas, subsequent the conference call, for incorporation into the IS.
Data Collection and Site Visit
Psomas will prepare a Data Needs Request to obtain data related to Project operations that will be needed
for the technical analyses contained in the IS. Work can typically proceed on tasks that are not dependent
on forthcoming information. Psomas will review existing City documents, including but not limited to the
Azusa General Plan (April 2004); the General Plan and Development Code Final Environmental Impact
Report (April 2004); Azusa Municipal Code; and other pertinent documents.
Additionally, Psomas will conduct a site visit to assist in the description of the environmental setting and
to photographically document the site and surrounding area.
Project Description
Psomas will prepare an in-depth and detailed Project Description for the IS, based on the Project
information to be provided by the City or the Applicant. It will be imperative to coordinate with the City,
the Applicant, and other stakeholders (e.g., County of Los Angeles Health Services, South Coast Air
Quality Management District (SCAQMD), and other discretionary permitting agencies) to confirm the
various components of and requirements for the Project prior to initiating the work. Based on our
experience with similar projects, we will ensure completeness of the Project Description by obtaining
details on construction, operation, and post-closure. More specific information will include, but is not
limited to, detailed technical description and related graphics; site development phasing plan; on-site
circulation and/or material haul routes; approximate geographic distribution of waste sources (waste-
shed); other features unique to the Project that would serve to minimize environmental impacts (such as
environmental protection systems and sustainability components) or that are integral to the analysis of
environmental impacts; and Project vision and objectives for post closure spectrum of beneficial uses,
such as open space, park, passive recreation, and more.
Additionally, Psomas will research and gather data that will serve to provide the setting information for
the Project Description. Upon completion of the Project Description, an electronic copy will be submitted
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to the City for review. The Project Description will be revised to address comments received and will be
submitted back for final review and approval prior to distribution to Psomas’ Project team.
TASK 2 TECHNICAL ANALYSES/STUDIES
Proposed Technical Analyses
Several technical analyses will be prepared as part of IS and for use in the CEQA document (i.e., ND,
MND, or EIR) by Psomas’ in-house technical experts, consistent with CEQA requirements. These
analyses include Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Health Risk Assessment (HRA), Energy,
Noise, and Transportation. The scopes of the said analyses are provided below.
Subtask 2.1.1 Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas
Psomas will provide comprehensive analyses of Air Quality (AQ) and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions
for the proposed expansion, which includes increased tonnage and hours of operation. The analyses will
compare the impacts of the proposed Project to current operations (i.e., the CEQA Baseline).
We understand that an air quality emissions analysis “Azusa Tonnage Increase: Air Quality
Analysis/Methodology” was conducted in 2019, by the project proponent, to evaluate the proposed
Project’s impacts to air quality. Psomas will conduct a peer review of the 2019 analysis for adequacy and
consistency with the proposed Project and will use the 2019 analysis as background information. Upon
cursory review, it appears that the 2019 analysis focused on emissions associated with off-road vehicle
exhaust (e.g., dozers, graders, loaders, etc.) that would operate at the site. However, the 2019 analysis did
not take into consideration fugitive dust emissions associated with the doubling of disposal rates, exhaust
and road dust emissions associated with trucking activities, and Project consistency with the South Coast
Air Quality Management District’s (SCAQMD) Air Quality Management Plan.
It is our understanding that trucking emissions were excluded from the 2019 analysis because the project
proponent used a baseline dating back to the time when the landfill operated as a municipal solid waste
(MSW) landfill. In agreement with the City and in accordance with the City’s guidance, Psomas will
conduct an analysis comparing the proposed Project’s emissions to CEQA Baseline emissions from
existing operations (i.e., operation at the time of the NOP). Emissions associated with existing and
anticipated truck trips will be quantified using the California Air Resources Board’s (CARB) EMFAC
emission factor model and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) AP-42 compilation of
emission factors. Per CEQA guidance, baseline emissions will be subtracted from proposed Project
emissions and the incremental emissions will be compared to SCAQMD CEQA thresholds.
The doubling of disposal rates would result in additional fugitive dust emissions associated with travel on
paved/unpaved roadways and disposal activities. Quantification of fugitive dust will be conducted using
the USEPA’s AP42 Compilation of Air Pollutant Emissions Factors. This increase in fugitive dust
emissions will be accounted for and included within the full analysis of PM10 and PM2.5 (Particulate
Matter 10 and 2.5 microns) air pollutant emissions.
It is expected that the Project would not generate traffic congestion at a major intersection at a magnitude
that would cause a local carbon monoxide (CO) “hotspot”. Thus, no dispersion modeling is included in
this SOW for CO analysis. A qualitative assessment of potential CO hotspots will be conducted based on
the level of service (LOS) at each intersection analyzed in the Project’s traffic study.
The proposed Project’s air pollutant emissions will be evaluated for consistency with the Air Quality
Management Plan (AQMP) for the South Coast Air Basin (SoCAB). All methodology, assumptions, and
results will be compiled in an Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Technical Study, with supporting
calculations in an appendix.
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Subtask 2.1.2 Health Risk Assessment
Psomas will conduct a Health Risk Assessment (HRA) to evaluate potential human health risk impacts
associated with operation of the proposed Project. The HRA will evaluate acute, non-cancer chronic, and
carcinogenic health risk impacts that may result from proposed Project activities at nearby sensitive land
uses. The nearest sensitive land uses include residences located east and southeast of the site, along
Jackson Avenue, and east of the site, along Zamara Street, as well as northeast of the site and south of
West 3rd Street. Other sensitive land uses include Zacatecas Park, Valleydale Park and Mountain View
Elementary School.
Diesel particulate matter (DPM), a component of diesel exhaust, from the proposed Project’s operation of
trucks and off-road equipment, is the primary pollutant of concern for non-cancer chronic and cancer
health risk. DPM would be speciated into its toxic components for quantification of acute health impacts.
The HRA will be conducted in accordance with the latest assessment methodologies established by the
Office of Environmental Health Hazards Assessment (OEHHA) and health risk thresholds established by
the SCAQMD.
CEQA recommends that environmental analyses evaluate whether a project would “Result in a
cumulatively considerable net increase of any criteria pollutant for which the project region is non-
attainment under an applicable federal or state ambient air quality standard.” The SCAB is currently
designated as a nonattainment area for the national and state 8-hour O3 standards, the national and state
PM10 standards, and the national annual PM2.5 standard. Since onsite equipment associated with the
proposed Project is anticipated to result in emission reductions, due to cleaner fleets, only fugitive dust
emissions are expected to increase due to material handling. Therefore, Psomas is proposing that
dispersion modeling only be conducted for PM10 and PM2.5 emissions. As part of this analysis, ambient
air impacts from exhaust and fugitive dust emissions would be quantified and compared to SCAQMD
thresholds.
All analyses will take into account existing regulatory requirements, such as SCAQMD Rule 403 dust
control measures and CARB’s off-road equipment engine requirements. Mitigation measures would be
considered and discussed with the City for impacts that exceed CEQA thresholds. A technical report with
attached modelling data will be prepared, which documents the potential health risks to nearby sensitive
land uses.
Subtask 2.1.3 Noise
Psomas will prepare a comprehensive noise analysis and will conduct a peer review of the previous noise
analysis within the Azusa Land Reclamation, Inc. Landfill Tonnage Increase Noise Analysis to ensure
that all aspects of noise and vibration related to the Project have been addressed. This Noise Analysis only
included measurements at Zacatecas Park and not the surrounding community or roadways where Project
related truck noise would occur. Psomas will conduct ambient measurements (two 24-hour and 6 short-
term 20 minute measurements) at nearby residential and industrial uses adjacent to the Project site as
well as along roadways where Project traffic would travel to characterize existing noise levels proximate
to the Project site. Consistent with the direction from the City, Psomas will provide a quantitative traffic
noise analysis, which will compare traffic noise levels that would occur under the Existing conditions,
Future without Project, and Future with Project conditions and not the historical maximum that occurred
when the site accepted MSW. Traffic noise will be quantified using the Federal Highway
Administration’s (FHA) Traffic Noise Model and will include the increased percentage of trucks
travelling along local roadways due to the Project. Increases in traffic noise levels attributable to the
Project as well as the onsite off-road vehicle noise results in the Azusa Land Reclamation, Inc. Landfill
Tonnage Increase Noise Analysis will be discussed in the Noise and Vibration Technical Report.
Vibration generated by off-road vehicles will also be evaluated per the CEQA checklist questions.
Inclusion of mitigation measures, if needed, will be coordinated with the City and included within the
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Noise and Vibration Technical Report. Supporting calculations and modeling output will be included as
an appendix.
Subtask 2.1.4 Transportation
Fehr & Peers, Transportation Consultants, as subconsultant to Psomas will conduct a transportation
analysis for the proposed Project and prepare a report that would identify the findings. The following
tasks will be performed by Fehr & Peers:
Data Collection. A site visit will be conducted to gain an understanding of the surrounding street
system, access patterns, and existing operation characteristics. Other additional pertinent data will
be collected, including previously conducted traffic studies and information regarding planned
street improvements within the study area.
The City’s Request for Proposal (RFP) does not specify a number of intersections for analysis,
and level of service (LOS) analysis is not required per Senate Bill (SB) 743. However, it is
anticipated that the City and Applicant will require the analysis to gain an understanding of
current intersection operations, and how the addition of Project traffic would affect operating
conditions. Based on a review of the study area, Fehr & Peers proposes analysis of a total of 12
intersections, including the Project driveway at Gladstone Street and Vincent Avenue. For
purposes of this SOW, it is assumed that current and pertinent AM and PM peak period turning
movement counts at each of these locations will not be available from the current local sources or
previously conducted studies in the area. Therefore, the cost of that data collection is reflected in
our proposal, and the transportation scope and budget are based on this assumption. The
intersection analysis will be prepared consistently with the City’s Transportation Impact
Guidelines for the AM and PM peak periods. It should be noted that with current school closures
and travel restrictions, intersection counts are not anticipated to be reflective of typical conditions
until the fall of 2020, at the earliest.
To gain a better understanding of current conditions and trip generation, this scope also includes
driveway counts from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM for three days to develop empirical trip generation
estimates based on current conditions and to forecast future conditions.
Additionally, SB 743 has resulted in the recent shift to vehicle miles traveled (VMT) from LOS.
The trip generation data that is empirically collected will be analyzed along with regional travel
model outputs and other trip generation resources. Our team will also work with the City to
request data from the Applicant about the locations that vehicles accessing the site are traveling
to/from. For employee vehicles and data, this would be requested as employee’s place of
residence zip code data. For trucks, this could include local logs and other information regarding
the origin and destination of trips to/from the landfill. The trip generation will also be factored in
to reflect a passenger car equivalent (PCE) in the analysis. The trip generation and trip length
information will form the basis for developing the Project’s total and per employee VMT
estimates. Existing trip generation and VMT estimates will be prepared as part Existing
Conditions task, above.
Fehr & Peers is currently working with the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments on
developing VMT data, methodologies, and impact thresholds for environmental analysis. It is
assumed for this scope and fee that local VMT methodologies and impact thresholds will be
available and would not be completed as part of this effort.
Existing Conditions. An assessment of existing operating conditions and constraints within the
study area will be prepared. AM and PM peak hour LOS will be prepared at the 12 study
intersections. Data collected as part of the task, above, will be used to prepare baseline VMT
estimates for the Project.
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Forecast Future Conditions. The forecast of future conditions will focus on the VMT and LOS
analysis based on the Project’s proposed increase in tonnage. Based on information in the
regional travel demand model and the information to be provided by the Applicant relating to the
origin and destination of current trips to/from the site, an estimate of future VMT will be
developed. It is anticipated this will be presented as total VMT for the Project and will also be
converted into a metric that estimates VMT per employee or the local service population. It is
anticipated that VMT impacts will be assessed against an employee VMT metric.
This task will not only consider the Project’s VMT, but also the Project’s effect on truck VMT at
the site. The Project’s VMT analysis will focus on comparing employee VMT to a regional
baseline. Another key consideration in this analysis is how the expansion of the site’s capacity
and operations affects the VMT of trucks and deliveries to the site. For example, if the expansion
were to create another option that was closer and more convenient than the current alternative, the
Project could have an effect of reducing truck VMT. The assumptions for this portion of the
analysis will be verified with the Project team and City staff. This scope assumes that employee
and truck information is available, as described under the Data Collection task, above. The level
of effort may need to be revisited at the commencement of this task if this information is not
available. The purchase of data would be an alternative to consider, if needed.
Using the trip generation estimates developed in prior tasks for both worker vehicles and inert
waste delivery trucks, the increase in trips will be estimated per the corresponding increase in
tonnage. The peak hour trip generation will be assigned to the roadway and analyzed locations so
that with and without Project LOS analysis can be conducted. This scope assumes preparation of
an existing with and without Project LOS analysis at 12 intersections for a single Project
alternative.
Transportation Assessment. Based on the forecast of conditions, the VMT and LOS analysis
will be used to conduct the transportation assessment. The VMT estimates will be assessed
against the City’s impact criteria to determine VMT impacts for employee and truck VMT. The
LOS analysis will be used to conduct an operational assessment of 12 nearby intersections during
the AM and PM peak hours.
We will assist with the development and analysis of mitigations for VMT impacts. In a VMT
context, impacts will primarily take the form of transportation demand management (TDM)
measures that reduce the number of trips or distance that is traveled, in turn reducing the vehicle
miles traveled. We will also assist by documenting sources for mitigation research as this is a
growing area of the practice and will help the Project address a potential VMT impact.
Safety and Caltrans Analysis. Caltrans recently released draft guidelines for SB 743-compliant
traffic analysis. Based on the draft document and the on-going implementation of SB 743 at the
local level, this scope of work anticipates the preparation of the following analyses:
o On-ramp queuing analysis at Irwindale Avenue, Azusa Avenue, and 1st Street
o Review of safety conditions and potential to increase hazards on local roadways for all
roadway users
o Freeway VMT analysis consistent with the Caltrans methodology
As discussed above, the scope and fee for this task is based on draft guidelines. Fehr & Peers will
confirm with the team whether any modifications should be considered upon release of Caltrans’
final guidelines.
Documentation. A technical report will be prepared, which will present the methodology, results,
and findings of the transportation analysis. The findings of the report will be summarized in the
Transportation section of the IS/MND, and the report will be incorporated in its entirety as an
appendix to the EIR.
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Peer Review of Applicant-Provided Technical Studies
As noted above, we anticipate that the Applicant will prepare and provide to Psomas a Preliminary
Hydrology/Drainage Study, a Preliminary Low Impact Development Plan (pLID), and a Geotechnical
Study. Upon receipt of the studies, Psomas’ Project Manager and technical experts will conduct a peer
review of the studies for adequacy and compliance with CEQA. Upon review of each of the studies for
CEQA adequacy, a Memorandum will be prepared and submitted to City staff summarizing the
comments and recommendations of the Project Manager and technical experts.
If additional studies/reports are prepared by the Applicant and provided to Psomas for peer review
and incorporation into the IS, a budget augment will be required for the additional peer review.
TASK 3 INITIAL STUDY
Administrative Draft Initial Study and Supporting Technical Studies
Psomas will prepare an Administrative Draft IS using the CEQA Environmental Checklist Form
(Appendix G). In compliance with Section 15063 of the State CEQA Guidelines, the IS will contain the
location of the Project site; a discussion of the environmental setting; a description of the Project;
identification of the Project’s potential environmental effects; a description of cumulative impacts; and a
discussion of any required mitigation.
The discussion of the environmental setting will be based on a review of existing information, including
the General Plan; Municipal Code; General Plan and Development Code EIR; technical studies provided
by the Applicant and those prepared by Psomas; review of aerial photographs; and a site visit. The
environmental analysis will include an explanation for all checklist responses to provide an understanding
of how the IS conclusions were reached and determination of the level of significance.
The following discussion describes the work effort to be undertaken to assess potential environmental
impacts of the Project relative to each topical issue.
Aesthetics. The analysis in the IS will assess any potential change in the visual quality of the site,
even though the operations remain the same and no increase in the landfill footprint or permitted
height is anticipated. The site is surrounded by existing industrial and residential uses in addition
to Zacatecas Park along the eastern edge of the Landfill. Photographs of the site will be taken
from different vantage points and incorporated into the discussion and analysis, but preparation of
a visual simulation study is not included in this SOW. The potential impacts emanating from the
changed light and glare associated with the proposed residential development will also be
analyzed in the IS. If an EIR is required, based on the findings of the IS, this topic may be
focused out from further analysis in the EIR document.
Agricultural and Forest Resources. Based on review of the State of California Department of
Conservation Farmland Mapping and Monitoring Program (FMMP 2016—LA County), the
Project site is designated as “Out of Survey Area”. The Project proposes an increase in the rate
and hours of operation within an existing landfill. The Project site is not being used, nor
anticipated to be used, or zoned for agricultural purposes; it is not subject to a Williamson Act
contract; and it does not contain Prime Farmland or Farmland of Statewide Importance.
Additionally, no forest land occurs on the Project site or in the surrounding area. The IS will
contain a statement identifying the site’s lack of agricultural and forest resources. If an EIR is
required, based on the findings of the IS, this topic may be focused out from further analysis in
the EIR document.
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Air Quality. The Air Quality and HRA discussion in the Air Quality and GHG Emissions
Technical Study (see Task 2.1.1) will be summarized into the Air Quality section of the IS, and
the technical study will be included as an appendix in the IS.
Biological Resources. The Landfill is an existing use that is within a highly developed area of the
City of Azusa. The site has been disturbed and is devoid of habitat that could potentially support
rare or endangered species of flora or fauna. The existing vegetation on the site will be discussed
and characterized as part of the IS. If an EIR is required, based on the findings of the IS, this topic
may be focused out from further analysis in the EIR document.
Cultural Resources and Tribal Cultural Resources. Psomas will conduct a literature review,
including a review of the findings of a records search through the California Historical Resources
Information System (CHRIS) database at the South-Central Coastal Information Center (SCCIC)
housed at the campus of California State University, Fullerton (CSUF). The records search will
review relevant previously recorded cultural resources and previous investigations completed for
the 1-mile search radius surrounding the Project site. It should be noted that in light of the current
circumstances related to COVID-19, records searches will take additional time. As the CSUF
campus is currently closed, it will take 3 to 4 months to obtain the results of the records search
from SCCIC.
Psomas will also request that the Native American Heritage Commission (NAHC) search their
sacred land files (SLF). This search will identify if any resources important to Native Americans
have been recorded within the Project site and surrounding vicinity. The NAHC will provide the
results and a list of affiliated tribal representatives to contact for additional information.
Psomas will also request a paleontological resources records search and literature review for the
Project site from the Vertebrate Paleontology Section of the Natural History Museum (NHM) of
Los Angeles County that will provide information on geological formations and paleontological
localities (if any) near the Project site.
If requested, Psomas’ Senior Archaeologist will provide support to the City to fulfill the Project
notification and California Native American tribal consultation requirements under Assembly Bill
(AB) 52.
The results of the records searches and tribal consultations will be compiled and described in the
cultural, geological (paleontology), and tribal cultural resources (TCR) sections of the IS and
subsequent CEQA document, as appropriate.
Energy. Psomas will develop an Energy Analysis for the Project, which includes a discussion of
regulatory setting, energy demands, Project energy efficiency measures, impact assessment, and
any necessary mitigation measures. The regulatory setting will include a discussion of the local,
State, and federal policies and regulations that apply to the Project. The discussion of Project
related energy demands include quantification of anticipated energy consumption from the
construction and operations phases. The vehicles travelling to and from the site would result in
energy demand from diesel and gasoline consumption. Onsite equipment would primarily result
in diesel fuel consumption. Potential impacts will be assessed relative to Project consistency with
those policies and measures related to energy efficiency and conservation within the City’s
General Plan and State of California Energy Efficiency Standards. Mitigation measures, if
needed, will be discussed relative to measures needed to reduce any significant energy impacts.
Geology and Soils. It is assumed that a Geotechnical Study will be prepared by the Applicant and
provided to Psomas for incorporation into the IS. Upon review of the study, Psomas will prepare
the Geology and Soils section of the IS based on the findings of the Geotechnical Study. The
study will be included as appendix in the IS.
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Greenhouse Gas Emissions. The GHG Emissions discussion in the Air Quality and GHG
Emissions Technical Study (see Task 2.1.1) will be summarized into the GHG Emissions
section of the IS, and the technical study will be included as an appendix in the IS.
Hazards and Hazardous Materials. Psomas assumes that a Phase I Environmental Site
Assessment (ESA) has not been conducted for the proposed Project, and this SOW does not
propose preparation of Phase I ESA. Psomas will request a database records search through
Environmental Data Resources (EDR) to provide current documentation on potential issues
pertaining to hazardous materials on and near the Project site. The EDR Report will be
summarized in the IS and the report included as an appendix.
Hydrology and Water Quality. It is assumed that the Applicant’s civil engineers will prepare
a Preliminary Hydrology/Drainage Study and a Preliminary Low Impact Development
Plan (pLID), which Psomas will incorporate into the IS. Psomas will conduct a review of the
materials provided for adequacy and compliance with CEQA requirements. It is assumed that
information will include the available capacity of existing infrastructure and potential impacts
related to storm drainage. It will also identify whether the total maximum daily load standards
have been established; storm water also rate and volume that dictates the Best Management
Practices (BMPs) proposed; and the potential for hydrologic conditions of concern. The reports
will be summarized and incorporated in the Hydrology and Water Quality section of the IS and
included as appendices in the document.
Land Use and Planning. Psomas will describe the existing condition of the site and the
surrounding land uses based on a site visit (Task 1.2) and review of the relevant available
documents and information and analyze the Project’s compatibility with the surrounding uses.
We understand the Project will require a Code Amendment to allow existing landfills in the West
End Light Industrial District (DWL) to increase capacity with a Use Permit and a Use Permit to
allow 24 hour operation. Psomas will also evaluate the proposed Project’s consistency with
relevant local planning documents, including the General Plan policies and Zoning Code and
other documents, as appropriate.
Mineral Resources. The Department of Conservation has designated the aggregate deposits,
which are used for construction activities, as mineral resources of regional importance. Zone V of
the Landfill currently includes active aggregate mining, which is operated in conjunction with the
mining reclamation operations at the Landfill. We understand that upon completion of
mining/extraction activities, the area will be utilized as part of landfilling activities. The IS will
provide a detailed discussion and analysis of the ongoing mining activities and make a
determination of level of impact to onsite mineral resources.
Noise. The Noise and Vibration Technical Report (see Task 2.1.3) will be summarized into the
Noise section of the IS, and the technical report will be included as an appendix in the IS.
Population and Housing. The proposed Project is an increase in the rate of materials intake and
an expansion of hours of operation. No residential uses are proposed that would result in
population growth. This issue and the potential indirect population growth as a result of increase
in number of employees will be discussed in detail and a determination made pertaining to level
of impact related to population and housing. If an EIR is required, based on the findings of the
IS, this topic may be focused out from further analysis in the EIR document.
Public Services and Recreation. The Project does not propose changes the on-going activities at
the Landfill. The potential effects associated with implementation of the proposed Project are
related to the provision of adequate service levels and the need to upgrade and/or provide
additional facilities to serve the proposed Project. However, the demand for services from
potential increase in number of employees would not adversely impact the level of service or
service providers. Psomas will coordinate with the service providers to identify existing public
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service facilities and to determine whether the proposed Project can be adequately serviced
without any increase in personnel or expansion of existing resources, including facilities.
Transportation. The Transportation Report (Task 2.1.4) will be summarized into the
Transportation section of the IS, and the Report will be included as an appendix in the IS.
Utilities and Service Systems. The Project does not propose changes the on-going activities at
the Landfill. The potential effects associated with implementation of the proposed Project are
related to the provision of adequate service levels and the need to upgrade and/or provide
additional facilities to serve the proposed Project. However, the demand for utilities from
potential increase in number of employees would not adversely impact the level of service or
utility providers. Psomas will coordinate with the utility providers to identify existing facilities
and to determine whether the proposed Project can be adequately serviced without any increase in
personnel or expansion of existing resources, including facilities.
Wildfire. The Project site is in a developed area and is not located within any fire hazard zone.
The closes High Fire Hazard area is located 2.6 miles to the north/northeast of the site. The site
and general area is not within the path of a high fire hazard designation, no impacts pertaining to
wildfire are anticipated. The fire hazard zones will be identified and described in detail in the IS.
If an EIR is required, based on the findings of the IS, this topic may be focused out from further
analysis in the EIR document.
Upon completion, the Administrative Draft IS and the technical studies (i.e., Air Quality/Greenhouse Gas
Emissions, Noise, and Transportation) will be submitted electronically to the City for review and
comment.
Draft and Final Initial Study and Supporting Technical Studies
Following review of the Administrative Draft IS by the City, Psomas will revise the document to
incorporate comments received. Psomas may request a conference call with the City to clarify the
comments, as needed. Psomas will produce a clean as well as a redlined version for ease of review. Upon
completion, Psomas will electronically submit the Draft IS to the City for a final review.
Psomas will revise the Draft IS and prepare the Final IS once comments and edits are received from the
City. Minimal comments and edits are assumed on the Draft IS. The Final IS will be submitted to the City
upon completion. Subsequent submittal, Psomas will await the City’s determination on the CEQA
document that the City will deem appropriate for the proposed Project.
TASK 4 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND CONFERENCE CALLS
Project Management
Psomas will manage the process for preparing the IS and technical studies for the City. This includes
ongoing coordination with the City and Project team to ensure compliance with the SOW and schedule
and to ensure that information is disseminated, as necessary.
Project Conference Calls
This task includes participation at monthly coordination conference calls, as necessary, with the City and
Project team (in addition to the Project kick-off conference call). This SOW assumes that the Project
Manager will lead and participate in all conference calls (two hours each, including preparation).
Additional conference calls will be billed on a time and materials basis, based on hourly rates and subject
to prior approval.
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TASK 5 ENTITLEMENTS/PERMITTING
In collaboration with City staff, DEI proposes to conduct internal and external meetings/conference calls
with team members and with the necessary public agencies to receive a clear understanding of the path
needed to be followed to achieve the Project’s entitlement goals. Once the plan has been developed, DEI
will coordinate with the City and balance of the Psomas team to facilitate the integration of the
environmental analysis and documentation process with the entitlement process. DEI will complete all
applications and oversee the preparation of other required reports and outreach plans needed to apply for
and receive the needed zone change and conditional use permit. DEI will also participate in the public
review and public meeting process making sure that all notices are filed, approvals are recorded, and
conditions of approval are reviewed prior to approval and are integrated into the site’s operational
procedures. Based on experience with similar landfill planning and entitlement processes, DEI would
anticipate preparation and participation in the following direct activities associated with obtaining the
Code Amendment and Use Permit. This work can be highly variable given the fluid nature of these types
of discretionary approvals. At Project initiation, Psomas and DEI will meet or have a conference call with
the City staff and the Project Applicant to more fully define the scope of services and associated costs for
the entitlement and permitting processes.
Attend meetings/conferences calls with City staff, Psomas, and other internal/external team
members and interested parties to develop the entitlement path
Prepare an entitlement implementation plan including responsible persons and permitting
authorities
Prepare necessary reports and project descriptions needed for the environmental documents and
application for the Code Amendment and Use Permit
Prepare a community benefits assessment
Coordinate with Psomas on the preparation and finalization of environmental review documents
Attend meetings/conference calls with the City of Azusa and permitting agencies to review and
discuss the reports and application packages
Update the application package based on feedback from the City and agencies
Attend public meeting with the public and interested parties to discuss the application package
and the proposed Project
Update permit package based on information and comments received from interested parties and
agencies
Attend the City of Azusa Planning Commission hearing
Attend the City of Azusa City Council hearing
Assist in all required filings related to the approval of the Code Amendment and Use Permit.
Other activities as assigned by the City of Azusa
PROJECT SCHEDULE
The SOW for the IS and associated Technical Studies assumes an approximate four- to six-month
schedule (including preparation of the IS, reviews by the City, and revisions by Psomas), upon receipt of
final site plan/design and Project information for the Project Description. The four- to six-month schedule
for the preparation of the IS also includes the preparation of the technical studies. Psomas will work
diligently and coordinate closely with the City and Project team to ensure the IS is completed efficiently,
on time, and within budget. All time-saving approaches will be utilized to speed up the schedule.
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The proposed Project will be initiated upon award of contract and after participation in the Project’s kick-
off conference call (Task 1.1). Preparation of the IS will start upon receipt of requested information.
ULTIMATE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) DOCUMENTATION
Based on the City’s RFP, upon completion of the IS and determination of level of impact for each of the
environmental topics, Psomas will have a conference call with the City to further discuss the most
appropriate CEQA document for the Project. Based on collaboration with and direction from the City, one
of the following CEQA documents will be prepared to further analyze the Project’s potential
environmental impacts. Below, are the types of CEQA documents and related tasks, and corresponding
approximate schedules.
Negative Declaration
If the IS does not identify any potentially significant impacts that require mitigation, a Negative
Declaration (ND) will be the appropriate type of CEQA document. Additionally, in the absence of
mitigation measures, a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) will not prepared as part
of the ND.
Tasks
Task 1 Prepare Project Description
Task 2 Prepare Administrative, Screencheck, and Draft IS/ND (using the IS and technical
studies)
Task 3 Distribute the IS/ND for the 30-day public review period (copies to be sent to State
Clearinghouse)
Task 4 Prepare Final IS/ND and Responses to Comments
Task 5 Project Management and attendance at Project conference calls and public hearings, as
appropriate
Task 6 Prepare and file the Notice of Determination upon certification of the Final IS/ND
Schedule 5 to 8 Months (including preparation of the IS, as identified above, but not including the
approval process)
Mitigated Negative Declaration
If the IS identifies one or more potentially significant impacts that can be feasibly mitigated, a Mitigated
Negative Declaration (MND) will be prepared. Additionally, in light of the mitigation measures, an
MMRP will also be prepared.
Tasks
Task 1 Prepare Project Description
Task 2 Prepare Administrative, Screencheck, and Draft IS/MND (using the IS and technical
studies)
Task 3 Distribute the IS/MND for the 30-day public review period (copies to be sent to State
Clearinghouse)
Task 4 Prepare Final IS/MND and Responses to Comments and Mitigation Monitoring and
Reporting Program (MMRP)
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Task 5 Project Management and attendance at Project conference calls and public hearings, as
appropriate
Task 6 Prepare and file the Notice of Determination upon certification of the Final IS/MND
Schedule 5 to 9 Months (including preparation of the IS, as identified above, but not including the
approval process)
Environmental Impact Report
If the IS identifies one or more potentially significant and unavoidable impacts that cannot be mitigated,
and a Statement of Overriding Consideration is required, an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) will be
prepared.
Tasks
Task 1 Prepare Project Description
Task 2 Prepare Notice of Preparation (NOP) and other notices
Task 3 Distribute the IS/NOP for the 30-day public review period (copies to be sent to State
Clearinghouse)
Task 4 Conduct Scoping Meeting (as appropriate) during the 30-day public review period
Task 5 Prepare Administrative, Screencheck, and Draft EIR for review and approval by the City
Task 6 Distribute Draft EIR and notices for the 45-day public review period (copies to be sent to
State Clearinghouse)
Task 7 Prepare Responses to Comments and Final EIR for review and approval by the City and
for distribution to commenters
Task 8 Prepare Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) and Finding of Facts
and Statement of Overriding Consideration
Task 9 Project Management and participation in Project conference calls and public hearings, as
appropriate
Task 10 Prepare and file the Notice of Determination upon certification of the Final EIR
Schedule 12 to 16 Months (including preparation of the IS, as identified above, but not including the
approval process)
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ATTACHMENT B
COST ESTIMATE
AZUSA LAND RECLAMATION LANDFILL INCREASE PROJECT
ENVIRONMENTAL AND PLANNING/ENTITLEMENT SERVICES
April 1, 2020
The following cost estimate is based on the assumptions and fee schedule following this page.
Task Description Fee
Task 1 Project Initiation $5,354.00
Task 2 Technical Analyses/Studies:
2.1 Proposed Technical Analyses
Air Quality/Greenhouse Gas Emissions $22,000.00
Health Risk Assessment $16,000.00
Energy $6,000.00
Noise $21,000.00
Transportation $81,500.00
2.2 Peer Review of Existing Technical Studies $6,500.00
Task 3 Initial Study
3.1 Administrative Draft Initial Study $33,132.00
3.2 Draft and Final Initial Study $6,650.00
Task 4 Project Management and Conference Calls
4.1 Project Management $7,256.00
4.2 Conference Calls $4,300.00
Records Searches, Reprographics, Mileage, Miscellaneous $1,650.00
Total Initial Study and Related Technical Analyses (Tasks 1 through 4) $211,342.00
Task 5 Entitlements/Permitting* $160,000 – $200,000
Projected Cost for Ultimate CEQA Document**
Negative Declaration $20,000 – $40,000
Mitigated Negative Declaration $40,000 – $60,000
Environmental Impact Report $180,000 – $260,000
Contingency (15%) $100,701.00
ESTIMATED TOTAL COST FOR EIR AS THE ULTIMATE CEQA DOCUMENT $772,043.00
*A detailed scope of work and more defined cost estimate for the Entitlements/Permitting work effort will be
developed in collaboration with City staff and Project Applicant at the time of Project initiation.
**A thorough cost estimate for the ultimate CEQA document will be developed in collaboration with City staff at
the completion of the IS and Technical Studies. The rough cost shown for each potential ultimate CEQA document
is in addition to the IS cost estimate for Tasks 1 through 4.
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ASSUMPTIONS
• Additional out-of-scope work efforts not explicitly described above will require a budget
augment.
• Changes to the Project description or assumptions that occur after the initiation of technical
analysis/studies will result in additional costs.
• No site recordation, data recovery, and treatment plans and/or monitoring for cultural resources
and paleontological resources are included in this SOW.
• The following information and reports will be provided by the Applicant:
o Hydrology/Drainage Study
o Preliminary Low Impact Development Plan (pLID)
o Geotechnical Report
• Additional review cycles of the IS not described in this scope may require a budget augment.
• Participation in Project conference calls are as outlined in this SOW; additional calls can be on a
time-and-materials basis.
• Direct costs are based on best available information.
ATTACHMENT C
BIOGRAPHIES OF PROJECT TEAM MEMBERS
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CEQA/NEPA
DOCUMENTATION
Jillian Neary
Environmental Planner
Daria Sarraf
Environmental Planner
Megan Larum
Environmental Analyst
Psomas
PRINCIPAL-IN-CHARGE
QA/QC MANAGER
Jim Hunter, ENV SP †
Psomas
PROJECT MANAGER
Alia Hokuki, AICP †
Psomas
AIR QUALITY/GHG/HRA/
ENERGY/NOISE ANALYSES
Tin Cheung †
Air Quality/GHG/HRA/Energy/
Noise Manager
Daria Sarraf
Air Quality/GHG Specialist
Michael Milroy
Noise Specialist
Psomas
Lora Granovsky
Air Quality/GHG/HRA
Specialist
iLanco Environmental, LLC
CULTURAL/TRIBAL
RESOURCES
Charles Cisneros, RPA †
Senior Archaeologist
Kassie Sugimoto
Archaeologist
Psomas
GIS
Michael Deseo
Sr. GIS Analyst
Robert Becker
GIS Specialist
Psomas
BIOLOGICAL/
REGULATORY PERMITTING
RESOURCES
Amber Heredia
Biological Resources
Manager
Psomas
City of Azusa
ORGANIZATION CHART
HYDROLOGY AND
PRELIMINARY LID
PEER REVIEW
Matthew Heideman, PE,
QSD/QSP, ENV SP
Project Manager/Civil
Engineer
Steven Baine, PE, QSD,
ENV SP
Civil Engineer
Psomas
ENTITLEMENTS
Dave Edwards †
Entitlement Manager
Debrah Bishop
Entitlement Specialist
DEI
† Key Personnel
TRANSPORTATION/TRAFFIC
Miguel Núñez, AICP †
Senior Traffic Manager
Jolene Hayes, AICP †
Traffic Engineer
Netai Basu, AICP, CTP
Traffic Engineer
Fehr & Peers
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ALIA HOKUKI, AICP | PROJECT MANAGER
Education/Certifications
1996/Master of Urban and Regional Planning/University of California, Irvine
1991/BA/Development Studies/University of California, Los Angeles
American Institute of Certified Planners/No. 112796
Affiliations
American Planning Association
Association of Environmental Professionals
FuturePorts
Alia Hokuki, AICP, is a Senior Project Manager with more than 23 years of experience in the environmental
and policy planning field with a focus on environmental impact assessments for public and private sector
clients. Alia’s expertise includes the preparation and management and peer review of environmental
compliance documents pursuant to CEQA and NEPA. She has managed and prepared a number of CEQA and
NEPA documents for a variety of projects, including infrastructure (landfills, reservoirs, ports, and military
facilities); urban infill and redevelopment; commercial and retail; institutional (education and healthcare);
mixed-use; high-density residential, and large master planned communities. Additionally, her work has
spanned multiple agencies and jurisdictions.
Alia’s relevant experience for this Project includes working as an environmental planner analyzing various
environmental topics for the Antelope Valley Public Landfill Expansion Project Environmental Impact
Report (EIR) in Palmdale, while at a different firm. The project was enlarging the existing landfill refuse
footprint to 125 acres by reconfiguring the 2 approved landfills into 1 contiguous disposal area and adding 5
acres of ancillary facilities to the overall area. One of Alia’s current project work includes serving as Project
Manager for Los Angeles County Public Works’ (LACPW’s) Pacoima Restoration Project. The project includes
preparation of an EIR for Pacoima Reservoir sediment removal that involves multiple stakeholders and high
community concern.
Additionally, recently completed EIRs—demonstrating expertise in land development—include a program EIR
for the Magnolia Tank Farm Specific Plan Project in Huntington Beach; a program EIR for the El Toro, 100-
Acre Parcel Development Plan Project; and a project EIR for the West Alton Parcel Development Plan EIR. All
three complex and controversial projects included coordination with multiple jurisdictions.
She will be the day-to-day contact and her responsibilities will include providing project status updates, project
team management, schedule, deliverables, quality control, and budget management in addition to overseeing
preparation of the environmental document; and attendance at public meetings and hearings, as appropriate.
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JAMES HUNTER, ENV SP | PRINCIPAL-IN-CHARGE
AND QA/QC MANAGER
Education/Certifications
1984/BS/Environmental Planning and Management/University of California, Davis
Envision Sustainability Professional/Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure
Affiliations
Association of Environmental Professionals
Jim Hunter, ENV SP, will serve as Principal-in-Charge for the Psomas team . He has 34 years of experience
providing strategic land use entitlement, environmental, and regulatory compliance services to private
industry, municipal, and utility clients in Southern California. He has successfully assembled and managed
high performing teams in the areas of CEQA and/or NEPA environmental review and permitting; pre-
construction planning; and construction compliance monitoring for capital infrastructure and major land
development across Southern California.
Jim’s experience with multi-disciplinary and similar complex projects includes serving as Project Manager
for the Chiquita Canyon Landfill Master Plan Revision Conditional Use Permit and Environmental Impact
Report in Los Angeles County; Project Manager for the Kettleman Hills Landfill Unit B-19 Join Technical
Document in the Kettleman City; Project Manager for the Commerce Materials Recovery Facility Permitting
in the City of Commerce; and Project Director for Compliance Management Services for Waste Management,
Inc. in multiple states. One of Jim’s current projects involves preparing an EIR/EA, and obtaining permitting
approvals for a 3,024-bed correctional facility in California City, Kern County. In addition, he serves as
Principal-in-Charge for multiple Psomas on-call contracts including Los Angeles County Public Works Water
Resources Branch and Metropolitan Water District of Southern California.
Jim’s goal on every project is to deliver seamless client-centric solutions. His responsibilities on this project
will include coordination with the Project Manager to ensure the team has necessary resources to deliver
high quality services on schedule and within budget; provision of strategic consultation; serving as QA/QC
manager of environmental documents; and contract management.
JILLIAN NEARY | ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER
Education/Certifications
1997/BA/Geology/Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis, IN
Certificate of Completion for LEED for New Construction Technical
Review Workshop/U.S. Green Building Council
Certificate of Completion for Low Impact Development Seminar/
American Council of Engineering Companies
Jillian Neary has 20 years of experience in environmental analysis and land use investigation, including 16
years in the preparation of environmental compliance documents pursuant to CEQA/NEPA and associated
State and federal regulations. She has completed documentation for both private-and public-sector clients
on a wide range of projects including flood control and water supply projects; commercial and industrial
developments; tract map and master planned communities, infill development and redevelopment, General
Plan updates, and recreation projects . Her early career involved performing subsurface investigations and
underground storage tank removals and has prepared Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments
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in central Indiana. While her expertise lies in evaluating the potential for environmental impacts on all CEQA
topics, this unique background provides particular expertise in agriculture resources, geology and soils,
hazardous materials, and water resources.
Jillian’s relevant experience includes multiple projects for the LACPW including the Former Cogen Landfill
Gas Extraction System and Monitoring Plan Project IS/MND; Pacoima Spreading Grounds Improvement
Project IS/MND and Recirculated IS/MND; and Debris Basin Maintenance Program IS/MND and the Bull
Creek Water Conservation Pipeline Project IS/MND. Additional relevant infrastructure-related projects are
the Inglewood Oil Field Specific Plan Project EIR in Culver City and the Berkshire Creek Area Improvements
Project IS/MND in Pasadena.
Jillian’s responsibilities for this Project will include conducting research for and preparing sections of the EIR.
TIN CHEUNG | AIR QUALITY/GHG/HRA/ENERGY/NOISE MANAGER
Education
1993/BA/Geography and Environmental Studies/University of California, Santa Barbara
Tin Cheung has 26 years of experience includes conducting air quality, climate change, energy, noise, and
vibration studies for CEQA/NEPA compliance. His experience includes preparing air pollutant emissions
inventories, dispersion modeling, climate change, and health risk assessments (HRAs) using a variety of
computer data models. He is also proficient at conducting noise and vibration studies for stationary and
multimodal mobile sources. He has extensive knowledge of the CEQA/NEPA regulatory process and impact
assessment methods established by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA), the California Air
Resources Board (CARB), and local air quality management districts.
Tin’s project experience includes analyses of large-scale infrastructure, residential, commercial, industrial,
educational, energy, and recreational uses. His relevant experience for this Project includes the LACPW’s
Former Cogen Landfill Gas Extraction System and Monitoring Plan Project in Los Angeles County; the
Walltown Quarry Expansion EIR in Sacramento County; the Big Tujunga Reservoir Sediment Removal Project
IS/MND in Los Angeles County; and the Inglewood Oil Field Specific Plan Project EIR in Culver City.
His substantial knowledge of impact quantification and regulations helps him find creative solutions to reduce
air quality, climate change, health risk, energy, noise, and vibration impacts. Tin’s responsibilities for this
Project will be overseeing and/or preparing air quality, GHG emissions, health risk assessment, energy, noise
and vibration analyses overseeing air quality, GHG emissions, health risk, energy, and noise modeling efforts;
and coordination of noise monitoring.
DARIA SARRAF | AIR QUALITY/GHG SPECIALIST
Education
2014/MA/Environmental Studies/University of Southern California
2013/BA/Music, Harp Performance, Minor, Environmental
Studies/University of Southern California
Daria Sarraf has over 5 years of experience in environmental planning and analysis consistent with CEQA/
NEPA and provides Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GHG) technical analyses/studies for many
of Psomas’ projects. As an Air Quality/GHG Specialist, she has experience using the California Emissions
Estimator Model (CalEEMod), Roadway Construction Emissions Model, and EMissions FACtors (EMFAC)
model. Daria’s experience is on a variety of project types, including utility and infrastructure improvements,
industrial, large land development projects, parks and open spaces, mixed-use, rehabilitation facilities, and
transit-oriented development.
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Daria’s relevant Air Quality and GHG experience includes the LACPW’s Bull Creek Water Conservation
Pipeline Project IS/MND; the Magnolia Tank Farm Specific Plan Project EIR in Huntington Beach; the
Centennial Specific Plan EIR in Los Angeles County; the Big Tujunga Reservoir Restoration Project IS/MND;
and the 3.7 MG Zone 1 Reservoir Project IS/MND.
Daria’s CEQA responsibilities for this Project includes conducting air quality and GHG emissions modeling
under the supervision of the Air Quality and Noise Manager.
CHARLES CISNEROS, RPA | SENIOR ARCHAEOLOGIST
Education/Registrations
2008/MS/European Archaeology/University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2004/BA/Anthropology/California State University, Los Angeles
Registered Professional Archaeologist/28575983/Register of Professional Archaeologists
Charles Cisneros is a registered professional archaeologist with 16 years of experience in archaeological
assessment and field experience in California. He has directed numerous field projects in support of
compliance with CEQA, NEPA, and Sections 106 and 110 of the National Historic Preservation Act. Charles
has managed a wide range of projects involving archaeological survey, testing, data recovery, monitoring,
and laboratory analysis. His training and background meet the U.S. Secretary of the Interior’s Professional
Qualifications Standards for prehistoric and historic archaeology.
His relevant experience includes multiple projects for the Simi Valley Landfill in Simi Valley including
Cultural Services for the Recycling Center Expansion and the Habitat Restoration and Management Plan.
Additional experience includes the Orange County (OC) Waste & Recycling’s Frank R. Bowerman Landfill
Phase IIIB-1 Landfill Buttress and Liner Project in Irvine; and the LACPW’s Pacoima Reservoir Restoration
Project EIR.
Charles’ responsibilities will include overseeing and/or preparing the cultural resources analyses (historic,
archaeological, tribal cultural resources and paleontological resources); assisting the City with coordination
and project notification pursuant to AB 52, if required by the City; and overseeing QA/QC of technical reports
used in support of the environmental documents.
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DAVE EDWARDS | ENTITLEMENT MANAGER
Education/Certifications
Chemical Engineering Studies/California Polytechnic University, Pomona/1981
BA/Science/California State University Fullerton/1978
Dave Edwards has more than 39 years’ experience in the environmental arena developing unique
specializations in two functional areas: the planning and operations of solid waste and related industry
facilities; and the permitting and entitlement processes for both public and private sector projects. Through
the years, Mr. Edwards has developed not only the in-depth experience, but also the relationships critical to
helping ensure project success. Specific relevant experience includes: obtaining all entitlements and operating
permits and being responsible for community relations and outreach associated with a multi-billion-dollar (in
revenue) expansion of Sunshine Canyon Landfill in Los Angeles, California; providing strategic community/
political outreach planning and implementation services for the development of multiple large, complex
projects (i.e., the permitting, design and construction of a 6.6-megawatt electrical generation facility in
Livermore, California utilizing landfill gas). Dave also functioned as the General Manager at Bradley Landfill
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in Los Angeles, where he was responsible for daily landfill operations, compliance, contract negotiations,
permitting, construction and community/political outreach.
DEBRAH BISHOP | ENTITLEMENT SPECIALIST
Education/Certifications
BA/Political Science/Chapman University/2001
403.1 Dust Control Plan Certification, CV1910-008773-8809
San Juaquin Valley APCD, Regulation VIII Dust Control Training
With over 15 years of experience in the environmental field, Ms. Bishop has managed the completion of
complex and environmentally sensitive projects, successfully coordinating with project proponents, regulatory
agencies and contractors to deliver projects on schedule and on budget. Ms. Bishop is adept at permitting
solid waste facilities including landfill gas collection and control systems, landfill gas to energy facilities and
solid waste facilities permits for landfills, transfer stations, material recovery facilities, anerobic digesters and
organics processing facilities. Specific relevant experience includes successfully coordinating the Conditions
of Approval compliance program and subsequent completion of requisite conditions from receipt of permits
through the start of operations for reopening and expansion of Sunshine Canyon Landfill, a 12,100 ton per
day landfill in the City of Los Angeles, California. Debrah has also drafted multiple Initial Studies for CEQA
compliance for renewable energy and municipal solid waste projects; managed the detailed design and
engineering of a food waste pre-processing facilities; and prepared multiple solid waste market assessments for
Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts to assess changes in waste flow in the greater Los Angeles region and
to evaluate the potential for the early movement of waste out to Mesquite Regional Landfill.
Fehr & Peers
MIGUEL NÚÑEZ, AICP | SENIOR TRAFFIC MANAGER
Education/Certifications
Master of Arts, Urban Planning/University of California, Los Angeles, 2007
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science/University of California Los Angeles, 2004
American Institute of Certified Planners (024917)
Miguel Núñez has over 12 years of experience in transportation planning, with areas of expertise in pedestrian
and bicycle planning, complete streets, and multi-modal planning. Miguel managed Fehr & Peers’ efforts on
the Mission Viejo Safe Routes to School Project, the Downey Bicycle Master Plan, the People St Evaluation
effort, and the Huntington Park Complete Streets, all focused on implementable improvements and strategies
for enhancing mobility and safety for all road users. Through his experience working on projects with a multi-
modal emphasis, complex and controversial traffic impact studies, and numerous regional transportation
plans, Miguel has helped a wide range of communities expand transport options for their stakeholders. He
has managed pedestrian safety assessments throughout California and presents at industry conferences on
emerging and innovative multi-modal practices.
His additional project experience includes TOD General Plan/Development Code Update and Specific Plan
Project in Azusa; various trip generation and traffic analysis studies in Azusa; Talaria Mixed-Use Development
in Burbank; and Burbank General Plan Update and Travel Demand Model Development in Burbank.
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JOLENE HAYES, AICP | TRAFFIC ENGINEER
Education/Certifications
Master of City and Regional Planning/University of Texas, Arlington
Bachelor of Arts/Political Science/University of Texas, Arlington
Chair/Transportation Research Board’s (TRB) Intermodal Freight Transport Committee
Affiliations
TRB’s Marine Environment Committee
American Planning Association (APA)
Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS)
Ms. Hayes is a Senior Associate at Fehr & Peers with 20 years of experience in local, regional, and statewide
transportation, land use, and goods movement/port planning, analysis and project implementation. She has
been involved in numerous freight projects and CEQA/NEPA analyses (marine, rail, and highway, as well as
logistics warehousing/distribution development planning) in California, as well as Utah, Colorado, Texas,
Georgia, Nevada, Mississippi, Michigan, South Carolina, Washington and Oregon. Ms. Hayes has served as
a key researcher for freight and logistics studies funded through the National Cooperative Highway/Freight
Research Programs (NCHRP/NCFRP) on supply chain resiliency and truck bottlenecks and she is currently
working on one to address autonomous freight vehicles. Ms. Hayes has participated in policy development
at the local, regional, and federal levels, and understands the importance of balancing land uses and the
movement of goods and people to ensure the sustainability of health and jobs in our communities.
NETAI BASU, AICP CTP | TRAFFIC ENGINEER
Education/Certifications
Master of Urban and Regional Planning/San José State University
American Institute of Certified Planners
Affiliations
American Planning Association
Association of Environmental Professionals
Mr. Basu has over 25 years of experience in transportation planning including 20 years with Fehr & Peers.
He has participated in and managed a broad range of transportation impact studies for both public and
private clients across Southern California and in Hawaii. Project types have included commercial, industrial,
residential, mixed-use developments, and public facilities. He has managed CEQA studies for projects at the
Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach and the LA County Sanitation Districts for many years, which have
generated large amounts of non-auto traffic. Among his specialties is the preparation of construction-period
impact analyses for infrastructure projects such as water, wastewater, and electric transmission lines. These
types of projects have temporary transportation impacts associated with material removal/replacement and
installation of infrastructure which, upon completion generates few trips.
City of Azusa | Azusa Land Reclamation Landfill Increase 8
iLanco Environmental, LLC
LORA GRANOVSKY | SENIOR AIR QUALITY/GHG/HRA SPECIALIST
Education/Certifications
MS/Civil Environmental Engineering/University of California, Los Angeles
BS/Civil Engineering/University of California, Los Angeles
Emerging Business Enterprise (EBE)
Small Business Enterprise (SBE)
Ms. Granovsky has 27 years of experience providing environmental engineering and regulatory compliance
services for industrial facilities, government agencies and real estate developers. She has worked with
marine ports, energy generation facilities, oil refineries, oil and natural gas pipelines, airline carriers, large
residential and commercial developments, various industrial facilities and municipalities. Her areas of
technical expertise include emission quantification, air dispersion modeling, human health risk assessment,
mortality and morbidity studies, air quality regulatory compliance, GHG emissions inventory, air pollution
control technology evaluation, feasibility studies, peer review of CEQA and NEPA documents permitting, and
conducting HRAs for a variety of sources. Ms. Granovsky’s involvement with GHG projects includes emission
calculations and inventory preparation for industrial facilities and government institutions.