CC 2019-05-14_08h Amend Agreement__Circulation Element UpdateMEMORANDUM
TO: CITY COUNCIL
FROM: TERESA MCCLISH, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF A SECOND AMENDMENT TO
THE AGREEMENT FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES WITH GHD INC.,
FOR THE GENERAL PLAN CIRCULATION ELEMENT UPDATE (GPA
19-001)
DATE: MAY 14, 2019
SUMMARY OF ACTION:
Approval of the Second Amendment to complete the General Plan Circulation Element
Update and associated Guidelines, Transportation Impact Fee Update, and required
environmental review.
IMPACT ON FINANCIAL AND PERSONNEL RESOURCES:
The cost proposal from GHD totals $90,630. Funding in the FY 18/19-19/20 Budget for
Contractual Services for General Plan updates and studies includes approximately
$306,000. Significant staff hours will be required primarily from Community Development
in order to complete this significant update portion of the General Plan.
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended the City Council approve Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement with
GHD Inc. for preparation of the General Plan Circulation Element Update, Transportation
Impact Analysis Report Guidelines, Transportation Impact Fee Update, and required
environmental review.
BACKGROUND:
Significant work has been completed over the past several years, as time and resources
permitted, that inform the Circulation Element update, including preparation of base
transportation conditions, corridor and operational studies, transportation model update,
and initial draft policies.
ANALYSIS OF ISSUES:
The last comprehensive update to the City’s General Plan occurred in 2001. Since then,
several updates have been approved to various elements. The last update to the City’s
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CITY COUNCIL
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF A SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE
AGREEMENT FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES WITH GHD INC., FOR THE GENERAL
PLAN CIRCULATION ELEMENT UPDATE (GPA 19-001)
MAY 14, 2019
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Circulation Element was the Bicycle and Pedestrian plan in 2012. The Circulation Element
is not simply a transportation plan, but rather a strategy addressing multiple infrastructure
needs for the circulation of people, goods, and utilities. By statute, the Circulation
Element must correlate directly with the Land Use Element, but also has direct
relationships with other elements. The provisions of a Circulation Element affect a
community’s physical, social, and economic environment, as well as its health. Further,
recent legislation has driven change in the way local governments approach
transportation and the types of solutions available, including:
• The Complete Streets Act
• Global Warming Solutions Act (AB 32)/(SB 32)
• The Sustainable Communities and Climate Protection Act (SB 375) and the completion
of Sustainable Communities Strategies
• CEQA Streamlining for infill projects (SB 226)
• Shift in CEQA transportation metric away from Level of Service (LOS) to Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT) (SB 743)
The primary body of work includes utilizing recent and new peak hour traffic counts along
with the regional traffic model to update base conditions and provide traffic forecasts in
order to build the long-term capital improvement program. Draft policies and guidelines
will be updated in accordance with state law and circulated for public review. Additionally,
environmental review will commence and include new significant state requirements of
SB 743 for VMT thresholds. SWCA is the local firm subcontracted through GHD to
complete the environmental documents.
Staff has reviewed the proposed scope of work that includes an approximate 16-week
timeframe once work commences. Approval of the amendment will allow GHD, the City’s
current on-call traffic consultant, to incorporate all previous applicable studies and
complete the Circulation Element as well as update existing guidelines for the preparation
of project related traffic studies. Finally, transportation impact fee study preparation will
allow the City to proceed with an update to transportation related development impact
fees.
ALTERNATIVES:
The following alternatives are provided for the Council’s consideration:
1. Approve Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement with GHG Inc.;
2. Modify and approve Amendment No. 2 the Agreement with GHG Inc.; or
3. Do not approve Amendment No. 2 and provide direction to staff.
ADVANTAGES:
Amending the agreement with GHD Inc. will allow the City to complete the update to the
General Plan Circulation Element, Transportation Impact Analysis Report Guidelines,
Transportation Impact Fee Update, and required environmental review in an expedited
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CITY COUNCIL
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF A SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE
AGREEMENT FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES WITH GHD INC., FOR THE GENERAL
PLAN CIRCULATION ELEMENT UPDATE (GPA 19-001)
MAY 14, 2019
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manner by use of previous work completed and through the City’s existing on-call
engineering traffic consultant.
DISADVANTAGES:
Amending the agreement with GHD Inc. would not allow a separate competitive proposal
process, however, GHD has been previously competitively qualified, they are uniquely
qualified to conduct the remaining analysis efficiently as they have been the City’s primary
on-call traffic consultant, and their agreement is valid until February 2020.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
This contract amendment does not require environmental review.
PUBLIC NOTIFICATION AND COMMENTS:
The Agenda was posted at City Hall and on the City’s website in accordance with
Government Code Section 54954.2.
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AGREEMENT FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES
AMENDMENT NO. 2
This Second Amendment ("Second Amendment") to Agreement for Consultant Services
(“Agreement”) by and between the CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE and GHD, INC.
(“Consultant”) is made and entered into this 15th day of May, 2019.
WHEREAS, the parties entered into an Agreement dated March 1, 2015 for On-Call
Consultant Services; and
WHEREAS, the parties entered into a First Amendment to Agreement dated February
27, 2018 to extend the term of the agreement to February 29, 2020 and to change the
name of the company from OMNI Means LTD to GHD Inc.; and
WHEREAS, the parties desire to further modify the Agreement as set forth herein.
NOW THEREFORE, for valuable consideration the receipt and sufficiency of which is
acknowledged, the parties agree as follows:
1. To include the additional services at the increased cost as specified in Exhibit “A”
attached here to and incorporated herein by this reference.
2. Except as modified herein, all other terms and conditions set forth in the
Agreement, as amended, shall remain unchanged.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, CITY and CONSULTANT have executed this Second
Amendment the day and year first above written.
GHD Inc.:
By:________________________________
DOUGLAS J. RIES, PRINCIPAL
CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE:
By:________________________________
CAREN RAY RUSSOM, MAYOR
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EXHIBIT AItem 8.h. - Page 5GHO April 24, 2019 Teresa McClish Director of Community Development City of Arroyo Grande 300 E. Branch Street Arroyo Grande, CA 93421 RE: PROPOSAL-Circulation Study, Transportation Impact Fee, and Transportation Impact Study Guidelines Update, and Circulation Element with Environment Document Dear Teresa: GHD appreciates the opportunity to provide this proposal to complete the above transportation planning documents for the City of Arroyo Grande. New development and growth in the region continue to put pressure on the existing Arroyo Grande transportation system. The completion of these transportation plans and updates is imperative to ensure the City is adequately prepared to implement improvements necessary to sustain efficient, safe, multimodal transportation systems as demand grows. GHD has prepared this proposal to ensure the plans that are in Draft form today are updated to be consistent with applicable legislative requirements, finalized, and adopted. GHD has included preparation of the supporting environmental document and attendance at up to two governing board hearings to this end. Given the number years that have passed since initiating the preparation of these studies, the existing base transportation conditions have become dated. As a part of this effort, recent peak hour counts conducted in the City will be used and supplemented with new peak hour counts at critical intersections, as needed, to ensure existing base conditions are representative of 2019. These new base conditions will be utilized, in conjunction with the latest San Luis Obispo Council of Government (SLOCOG) regional travel demand model, to develop existing and future analysis and identify a capital improvement program necessary to support the next 20+ years of land development and regional growth. Once the Circulation Study has been completed, the primary focus will then turn to working with City staff to review and update the Circulation Element, Transportation Impact Study Guidelines, and Transportation Impact Fees internally, and then with City officials and the community. To achieve CEQA compliance, the performance metrics of SB 743 will be included in the CEQA document alongside currently adopted metrics. GHD will include appropriate policies and analysis requirements to fulfill these requirements moving forward. GHD will work with SLOCOG to identify appropriate VMT thresholds consistent with the latest Regional Transportation Plan / Sustainable Community Strategy (RTP/SCS). GHD has included SWCA on our team to prepare the appropriate environmental document, anticipated at this point to be a Mitigated Negative Declaration. The timely completion of this effort is important as the CE and TIF Updates are currently key priorities for the City. A more detailed scope of work is provided in the following. 943 Reserve Drive Roseville California 95678 United States T +1 916 782 8688 F +1 916 782 8689 W WWW ghd com
Item 8.h. - Page 6~ lr',f 1. Scope of Work Task 1 Proiect Management and Meetings. Task 2 Task 3 Task4 Task 5 This task is for Project ManagemenUCommunication throughout the remaining update process. The GHD Project Manager will establish and maintain a regular communication schedule with City staff to assure consistent progress on this update process. A kick-off meeting with City staff at the start of the project will establish the communication schedule as well as delivery of key products and public meetings. GHD will attend one (1) Planning Commission meeting and one (1) City Council meeting, as ·required. These meetings will be established in consultation with City staff. Advance authorization will be required if additional meetings require GHD attendance. Circulation Study Update This task is intended to refresh the existing conditions analysis and travel demand forecasts with new traffic counts and forecast runs from the latest SLOCOG RTP/SCS model. Critical to this update, is not only to update the LOS to meet existing City policy goals, but also to include VMT analysis guidance and thresholds to help meet the requirements of SB 743. This circulation study update will include a capital improvement program necessary to support travel demand under local and regional buildout conditions. The study's findings will be formatted in a manner that facilitates incorporation into the environmental document, anticipated to be a Mitigated Negative Declaration. Finalize Circulation Element Policies, Map and Document. The draft Circulation Element (CE) Update document, including its policies and map has been prepared and were awaiting completion of City staff review before vetting the draft document with City officials and the community. Since the completion of the previous draft, recent legislation, like AB 1358 and SB 743, has added additional requirements prompting corresponding policy updates to the CE Update, including relating to VMT and Complete Streets. It is anticipated that this task will be interactive with City staff to finalize the draft document for public review, and then, following public review, finalization of the document for approval before City Council. Finalize Transportation Impact Analysis Report Guidelines. The draft Transportation Impact Analysis (TIAR) Guidelines document had been prepared and was awaiting completion of City staff review before vetting the draft document with the community and City officials. GHD will work with City Staff to include policies that help guide impact analysis under SB 743 while preserving operational analysis requirements (LOS), with appropriate screening criteria to aid implementation. It is anticipated that this task will be interactive with City staff to finalize the draft document for public review, and then, following public review, finalization of the document for approval before City Council. Finalize Transportation Impact Fee Update. Based on the planned improvements identified on the Circulation Study and Circulation Element and Map, opinions of cost will be updated and the portion to be funded by the TIF identified. GHD will then prepare draft fee calculations by land use type for remaining vacant P8278PRL001 Revised.docx 2
Item 8.h. - Page 7~ 'fWi6 Task 6 and/or underdeveloped lands within the City of Arroyo Grande. These draft fee calculations will be reviewed by the City and adjusted as necessary. Transportation improvements to be included in the TIF program will not only include improvements to support vehicular travel, but also pedestrian, bicycle and public transit travel within and through the City. Prepare Mitigated Negative Declaration. To prepare the environmental document, GHD has retained SWCA as a sub-consultant to lead its preparation. GHD will coordinate with the City and SWCA to assure its timely completion. The budget for this effort was based on the assumption that a Mitigated Negative Declaration would be adequate document for CEQA compliance. Attached to this proposal is SWCA's proposal for preparing the Mitigated Negative Declaration. 2. Schedule and Budget Our fee to perform the Circulation Study Update and completion of the CE Update, TIF Update, Transportation Impact Study Guidelines and preparation of a Mitigated Negative Declaration is $90,630, as indicated in the attached budget. This budget considers the number of remaining issues that still need to be resolved and addressing the additional requirements of SB 743. Also, any additional meetings beyond those included in Task 1 may be added on a $2,000 per meeting basis. The schedule for the completion of this effort will largely be driven by the noticing and preparation of the supporting environmental document and the scheduling of public meetings. To provide some parameter of schedule, a most optimistic schedule might be sixteen (16) weeks from authorization. Please feel free to give me a call if you have any questions. Sincerely, Attachment: SWCA Proposal P8278PRL001 Revised.docx 3
Item 8.h. - Page 8Arroyo Grande CE Update, TIF Update, TIAR Guidelines and TIAR for Negative Declaration.
Budget Estimate
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April 23, 2019
Martin Inouye
GHD
943 Reserve Drive
Suite 100
Roseville, CA 95678
Re: City of Arroyo Grande General Plan Circulation Element Update/ SWCA Project No. P55896
Dear Mr. Inouye:
SWCA Environmental Consultants (SWCA) appreciates the opportunity to provide you with our scope of work and cost
estimate for environmental services for the proposed General Plan Circulation Element Update for the City of Arroyo
Grande. SWCA understands that the GHD is requesting a proposal to prepare environmental studies and
documentation necessary for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Our scope of work
includes the preparation of an Initial Study leading to a Mitigated Negative Declaration, and supporting technical reports
for noise, air quality, greenhouse gases, and energy.
The cost to complete the proposed tasks, as described in the attached scope of work, is a time-and-materials fee of
$34,750. The change in cost from our original ballpark estimate is due to the addition of an Energy Analysis to meet
new requirements in the recently updated Appendix G CEQA Checklist. Should you have any questions regarding our
submittal, or if you need any additional information, please contact me at (805) 543-7095, extension 6814, or via email
at ecreel@swca.com.
Sincerely,
Emily Creel, J.D.
Planning Team Leader
Attachment: Qualifications, Scope of Work, Schedule, Cost Estimate, and Resumes
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Son Luis Obispo Office
1422 Monterey Street, C200
Son Luis Obispo, California 93401
Tel 805.543. 7095 Fax 805.543.2367
ENVl1RONMENTAL CONSULTANTS www.swca.com
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INTRODUCTION TO SWCA
SWCA is an employee-owned company, specializing in natural and cultural resources, environmental planning,
regulatory compliance, and geographic information services. Since 1981, SWCA has grown into a large business with
more than 1,000 employees and over 30 offices throughout the United States, including six offices in California. Since
1984, SWCA’s San Luis Obispo office (formerly known as Morro Group, Inc.) has completed hundreds of environmental
documents for local, state, and private projects, with a focus on the preparation of a wide range of California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and other technical environmental
documents for local agencies throughout central California. These documents range from Mitigated Negative
Declarations (MNDs) and Expanded Initial Studies (ExISs) to very large Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs). SWCA
is also experienced in the preparation of Environmental Impact Studies (EISs) and Environmental Assessments (EAs)
under NEPA, as well as joint CEQA/NEPA documents prepared in coordinated state and federal environmental review
processes.
SWCA’s experienced staff can provide clients with the following services:
• CEQA and NEPA document preparation
• Natural Resources Surveys, Management, and Compliance
• Cultural Resources Surveys, Management, and Compliance
• Paleontological Resources Surveys, Management, and Compliance
• Environmental Constraints Analyses
• Environmental Compliance Monitoring
• Clean Water Act Section 404 and Storm Water Permitting
• Environmental Training Services
• Public Involvement and Facilitation
• Geographic Information System (GIS) services
SWCA’s San Luis Obispo Office consists of an office director, six planners, eight biologists, five archaeologists, a
principal investigator, an architectural historian, an arborist, a transportation NEPA/Section 4f/6f specialist, a GIS
specialist, a technical editor, and an administrative assistant. Staff in the San Luis Obispo office is supplemented with
planning and biological and cultural resources specialists from the SWCA Pasadena, San Francisco, Half Moon Bay,
Sacramento, and San Diego offices, as needed. SWCA’s planning, biological resources, and cultural resources staff
are experienced with CEQA and NEPA and have specialized expertise with the various topics and geographic area that
will be analyzed during the environmental review and documentation process. Information on key team members and
examples of relevant project experience are included below.
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KEY TEAM MEMBERS
ENVIRONMENTAL LEAD / SWCA PROJECT MANAGER
Emily Creel, J.D., Planning Team Leader/Project Manager. Ms. Creel obtained her Juris Doctor (J.D.) in 2005 and
has been practicing in the field of environmental law and planning in California for more than 10 years. She has a
specialized background in environmental law and policy, property law, and land use controls. She is also currently acting
as the Legislative Committee chair and CEQA Portal Committee representative for the Channel Counties Chapter of
the Association of Environmental Professionals (AEP). Ms. Creel has taught CEQA basics to senior engineering
students at Cal Poly and prepared and presented AEP workshops on CEQA case law and court hierarchy. Her varied
background has given her the ability to handle complex environmental and legal issues. Recent transportation projects
that Ms. Creel has contributed to include the City of Pismo Beach Circulation Element Update, Halcyon Road Complete
Streets Project, Brisco-Halcyon Road/U.S. 101 Interchange Modifications Project, and the Shell Beach Road Pedestrian
Safety & Streetscape Project.
ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER / CEQA SPECIALIST
Jacqueline Markley, M.S., AICP, Environmental Planner. Ms. Markley is an environmental planner specializing in
CEQA/NEPA development strategies, technical assessment and reporting, permits, compliance, and program
management of complex land use, development, and land management projects. As a project manager, she has
accumulated a diverse background and technical expertise providing project and team leadership for a diverse range
of projects.
Ms. Markley has lead project teams providing technical and analytical review and is effective in managing and working
with public agency staff, public interests, and sub-consultants to effectively achieve project goals. Ms. Markley has
processed NEPA and CEQA compliance projects for a variety of local, state, and federal agencies, as well as private
clients. Her technical and field experience includes conducting and reporting environmental compliance monitoring,
habitat restoration management, wetland delineations, targeted special-status plant surveys, arborist surveys, wildlife
surveys, nesting bird surveys, vegetation monitoring, invasive preliminary constraint analysis surveys, site
assessment/reconnaissance surveys, cultural resources transect surveys, and Phase I hazardous materials site
assessments. She has a broad perspective of successful processes and methods required to maintain and expand
client relationships as well as create and implement innovative solutions for complex projects.
ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER / CEQA SPECIALIST
Jameson Honeycutt, B.S., Environmental Planner. Mr. Honeycutt is an environmental planner with experience in
natural resource management, land-use planning, and regulatory permitting, specializing in environmental analysis for
CEQA and NEPA projects. He is also experienced in geospatial analysis for projects impacting environmental,
biological, and sensitive resources.
Mr. Honeycutt has worked in both the public and private sector, with experience ranging from renewable energy planning
to large-scale watershed restoration projects. He is responsible for managing a variety of projects for private developers
as well as local governments throughout California’s Central Coast. He has successfully prepared and supported a
range of environmental documents and technical reports compliant with state and federal regulations including EIRs,
EAs, and IS/MNDs. In coordination with local governments, he has worked to analyze development projects for
compliance with General Plans and zoning ordinances as well as process land-use permit applications.
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SIMILAR PROJECTS
CITY OF PISMO BEACH CIRCULATION ELEMENT UPDATE IS/MND
SWCA Environmental Consultants (SWCA) was retained by Omni-Means
(now GHD) on behalf of the City of Pismo Beach to prepare an IS/MND and
supporting technical studies evaluating the environmental impacts of the City’s
General Plan Circulation Element Update. The Circulation Element is one of
several elements of the General Plan mandated by state planning law;
periodic updating of the General Plan is a State of California legal requirement.
The Circulation Element provides goals, objectives, and policy guidance for
long-term planning and implementing the transportation system needed to
serve the City’s projected development. The goals, objectives, and policies in
this element are closely correlated with the Land Use Element and other
elements that comprise the General Plan, and are intended to enhance travel
choices for current and future residents, visitors, and workers. This element
also defines a preferred transportation system that reflects the City’s financial
resources and broader goals, including providing safe and convenient access
for all modes of travel while preserving the local character of the community.
SWCA’s team prepared the IS/MND as well as Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Impact Assessment, Noise and
Groundborne Vibration Impact Assessment technical studies in support of the City’s General Plan Circulation Element
Update. Because the Circulation Element Update is a high-level planning document and considers multiple projects
throughout the City over a long-term planning period, the CEQA document, similarly, was prepared to evaluate potential
environmental effects of the Circulation Element Update in a programmatic manner rather than evaluating project-
specific impacts. Through our preparation of the Initial Study, we identified potentially-significant environmental effects
in the following key issue areas: air quality, biological resources, cultural and tribal cultural resources, hazards and
hazardous materials, hydrology, land use and planning, noise, transportation and traffic, and utilities and service
systems. All potentially significant impacts associated with the Circulation Element Update were found to be less than
significant with implementation of recommended mitigation measures.
This project was completed under budget and on schedule and the IS/MND was finalized in May 2018. SWCA assisted
the City with presenting the project at its public workshop and City Council meetings and the project was approved
without substantial comments or questions regarding the environmental analysis.
Client Name, Address, & Phone Omni-Means
Marty Inouye, Principal
943 Reserve Drive Suite 100, Roseville, CA 95678
916.782.8688| Martin.Inouye@ghd.com
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GROVER BEACH LAND USE ELEMENT AND MASTER EIR
SWCA was retained by the City of Grover Beach to prepare their Land Use Element (LUE) and Master EIR. The City
had spent considerable time establishing their vision for the community
before implementing the Visioning Project. Grover Beach is an
established community, on a grid system, with limited open space that
could be developed into new uses. While most neighborhoods in Grover
Beach were discussed and considered as part of the Visioning Project,
participants paid particular attention to the Grand Avenue corridor and
the City’s waterfront area.
The SWCA project team took the City’s “Vision for the Future” and used
it to establish a more modern approach to land use within the
community. The first goal of the LUE was to protect and preserve
existing residential developments and create walkable and complete
neighborhoods that met all income groups. In addition, because of the configuration of the City, it was clear that the
Vision was to promote the best of their resources, including the Grand Avenue beach access. The majority of the land
use changes within the LUE update were to promote visitor-serving uses along Grand Avenue and Pacific Coast
Highway, and designate uses for the small pockets of undeveloped lands within the City limits. As part of the LUE
process, SWCA conducted public information meetings after a draft of the Land Use Plan was completed but before
the Master EIR was completed. The Land Use Plan and the LUE goals, policies, and implementation measures were
developed along with environmental evaluation, so that the plan was self-mitigating.
The EIR was prepared as part of the LUE document so that readers could access the environmental evaluation that
lead to the policy or implementation measure. The Master EIR also evaluated, in general, based on information available
at the time the EIR was prepared, nine subsequent projects, including redevelopment of Grand Avenue, a hotel and
conference center at the Beachfront Lodge property, a train station expansion, ultimate development of a small isolated
agricultural area known as the Strawberry Field, three undeveloped open space parcels, and infill areas. Also addressed
in detail was the change of industrial areas within the Coastal Zone to visitor-serving mixed uses and relocation of non-
coastal-dependent industry outside of the Coastal Zone. A major issue in the Master EIR was greenhouse gas
emissions, which addressed AB 32 and SB 375; the City was very amenable to establishing a community based on
sustainability, and many of the implementation measures implemented in the LUE, as directed under environmental
review, promoted sustainable community concepts.
The Master EIR was certified by the City of Grover Beach in February 2010.
Client Name, Address, & Phone City of Grover Beach
Bruce Buckingham, Community Development Director
154 S 8th St, Grover Beach, CA 93433
805.473.4520| bbuckingham@groverbeach.org
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GROVER BEACH WEST GRAND AVENUE MASTER PLAN ENVIRONMENTAL
DETERMINATION
SWCA was retained by Lisa Wise Consulting, Inc. to conduct CEQA
environmental review related to the development and adoption of the City
of Grover Beach West Grand Avenue Master Plan, which implemented
the goals set forth in the City’s 2004 Visioning Project, 2010 General Plan
Update, and Economic Development Strategy. West Grand Avenue is
the City’s commercial center and a major thoroughfare linking visitors and
residents of the area to the beach. Lisa Wise Consulting developed the
Master Plan, which designated three distinct districts along the 18-block
project area, and set forth policies and design guidelines to revitalize the
corridor to provide a more vibrant, economically viable, and pedestrian-
friendly setting.
SWCA prepared an Initial Study and determined that the project qualified for limited environmental review pursuant to
CEQA Guidelines Section 15177, as the Master Plan had previously been identified and evaluated as a subsequent
project in the Grover Beach Land Use Element Update Master EIR (SWCA 2010). Development that would occur with
buildout under the Master Plan was included in cumulative environmental evaluations in the 2010 Master EIR and
densities, development, and growth that would occur under the Plan would not exceed those analyzed in the Master
EIR. Therefore, analysis in the Initial Study concluded that implementation of the Master Plan would not cause any
additional significant effect on the environment which was not previously examined in the 2010 Master EIR.
SWCA prepared a Letter of Conformity, setting forth the basis of its findings and citing relevant portions of CEQA and
the CEQA Guidelines, and prepared recommended written findings for the City to incorporate into its general finding on
the West Grand Avenue Master Plan. The Grover Beach City Council adopted the Master Plan and associated
environmental determination on January 18, 2011.
Client Name, Address, & Phone City of Grover Beach
Bruce Buckingham, Community Development Director
154 S 8th St, Grover Beach, CA 93433
805.473.4520| bbuckingham@groverbeach.org
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SCOPE OF WORK
SWCA has developed this scope of work for environmental services anticipated to be required for compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). SWCA understands that the City of Arroyo Grande (City), acting as the
CEQA lead agency, is proposing to update their General Plan Circulation Element and Map to include new policies and
goals to accommodate anticipated growth while improving regional circulation to reduce vehicle miles traveled (VMT).
The scope is based on our understanding of the project, our regional experience with similar transportation-related
projects and policies, and background information provided by the City and GHD. We understand that the proposed
Circulation Element Update will be supported by additional studies prepared by GHD, which include a circulation study
and revised fee program, updated impact study guidelines, and a subsequent transportation and safety analysis. Recent
revisions to the CEQA Guidelines require lead agency to include VMT as part of their transportation impacts analysis
under Senate Bill (SB) 743. The environmental review, as proposed in this scope of work, would apply the most recent
policies regarding SB 743 and VMT, and further include other applicable policies and planning documents such as the
City’s General Plan Land Use Element and the San Luis Obispo’s Council of Government’s (SLOCOG) Regional
Transportation Plan and Sustainable Communities Strategy. This scope of work recognizes that several of these policies
and related planning documents are still in their early phases of development and/or implementation and that close
coordination will be required among all involved entities to ensure that the most recent and applicable information is
being applied while meeting the long-term goals and objectives of the City of Arroyo Grande.
TECHNICAL ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
SWCA has provided a brief description of the scope of work for the various technical studies anticipated to be required
as part of the environmental documentation process. Technical studies for air quality, greenhouse gases, energy, and
noise would be provided by AMBIENT Air Quality & Noise Consulting.
AIR QUALITY ANALYSIS
The air quality analysis will include a description of the existing air quality environment, health and welfare impacts
commonly associated with air pollutants, and applicable air quality regulatory framework. Local and regional air quality,
as well as, meteorological conditions and topographic effects that could affect air pollutant dispersal or transport will be
discussed. However, field monitoring of meteorology and pollutant emissions is not included.
The air quality impact analysis will include a qualitative discussion of potential short-term (i.e., construction) air pollutant
emissions and potential health-related impacts. Long-term (i.e., operational) net increases in mobile-source emissions
will be quantitatively assessed. The quantification of emissions will be based on projected changes vehicle miles
traveled (VMT), based on data to be obtained from the traffic analysis prepared for this project. Emissions modeling will
be conducted using the California Emissions Estimator Model (CalEEMod) and currently accepted emission factors.
Applicable policies and implementation measures that would help to reduce long-term operational emissions will be
discussed. Applicable General Plan policies and implementation measures that would minimize potential impacts will
be discussed.
Local mobile-source CO concentrations will be quantified for congested roadway intersections projected to operate at
unacceptable levels of service (i.e., level of service [LOS] E or worse). Modeling will be conducted using the Caline4
computer program for up to three intersections/interchanges. Modeled CO concentrations will be compared with state
and federal 1- and 8-hour ambient air quality standards to determine impact significance. Localized concentrations of
mobile-source air toxics and odors and resultant impacts to nearby sensitive land uses will be qualitatively discussed.
The preparation of health risk assessments and dispersion modeling assessments is not anticipated to be required and
is not included.
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The significance of air quality impacts will be determined in comparison to applicable significance thresholds. Mitigation
measures will be included for significant impacts.
GREENHOUSE GAS ANALYSIS
Background information related to climate change, including global and local implications and regulatory framework will
be discussed. Major sources of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions contributing to climate change and applicable plans
for the control of GHG emissions will be identified and discussed. To the extent that existing information is available,
GHG emissions inventories for the City will be discussed.
Mobile-source GHG emissions will be quantified based on projected changes in VMT, to be provided, using CalEEMod
and currently accepted emission factors. This assessment does not include the preparation of a detailed community-
wide GHG emissions inventory. Applicable General Plan policies and implementation measures that would minimize
potential impacts will be discussed.
The significance of GHG impacts will be determined in comparison to applicable significance thresholds. Mitigation
measures will be included for significant impacts.
ENERGY ANALYSIS
The assessment will include a quantitative assessment of energy use associated with proposed future development,
including potential increases in electricity use, natural gas use, and mobile-source fuels. Energy usage will be quantified
using the CalEEMod computer program, as well as, mobile-source fuel rates to be derived from the Emfac computer
program. Energy consumption on a per capita basis will also be quantified and included in the analysis. Measures that
would promote energy conservation will be identified and included in the analysis. Energy use associated with
construction activities will be qualitatively assessed.
The significance of energy impacts will be evaluated based on consistency with applicable energy conservation plans,
goals, and policies. Mitigation measures will be identified for significant and potentially significant impacts.
NOISE ASSESSMENT
The noise assessment will include a general discussion of health and welfare impacts commonly associated with noise
and the applicable regulatory framework. The existing noise environments within the City and surrounding areas will be
discussed based on existing environmental documentation and data to be obtained from noise measurements
conducted for this project. AMBIENT Air Quality & Noise Consulting will conduct up to twenty shor t-term (i.e., 10-15-
minute) noise measurements to document ambient traffic noise conditions. Measured existing traffic noise levels will be
used for calibration of the traffic noise model. Existing average-daily traffic noise levels and distances to projected noise
contours for up to 20 major roadway segments will be quantified using the FHWA roadway noise prediction model and
presented in tabular format. The graphic depiction of existing noise contours is not included.
The noise impact analysis will include evaluation of potential short-term (i.e., construction) and long-term (i.e.,
operational) increases in ambient noise levels attributable to the proposed project. Short-term noise impacts will be
generally discussed based on noise levels typically associated with construction related activities and equipment. Traffic
noise levels will be quantified for baseline and future operational conditions, with and without implementation of the
proposed project, based on data to be obtained from the traffic analysis. Predicted traffic noise levels and contour
distances for up to 20 major roadway segments will be presented in tabular format. The graphic depiction of projected
future noise contours is not included. Predicted changes in traffic noise levels associated with the proposed project, in
comparison to no-project conditions, will be quantified. Applicable General Plan policies and implementation measures
that would minimize potential impacts will be discussed.
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The significance of short-term and long-term noise impacts will be determined in comparison to applicable noise
standards. Mitigation measures will be included for significant impacts.
INTIAL STUDY/MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION
SWCA assumes that an Initial Study (IS) leading to a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) will be the appropriate
CEQA document. SWCA will prepare the IS/MND using the City’s preferred format. The MND will comply with all
applicable provisions of CEQA and the CEQA Guidelines, including updates to the CEQA Guidelines per SB 743 that
shift the focus of environmental analysis from level of service (LOS) to vehicle miles travelled (VMT).
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
SWCA will prepare a draft project description for review by GHD and the City. The project description will be based on
the Circulation Study, updated Circulation Element policies and map, and Impact Study Guidelines to be prepared by
GHD, as well as any additional information provided by the project team, and will be modified to include any details
pertinent to CEQA analysis. Upon receipt of comments on the draft submittal, SWCA will finalize the project description.
If any additional information is needed to complete the project description and proceed with the environmental analysis,
SWCA will notify GHD in writing with specific requests for information.
ADMINISTRATIVE DRAFT INITIAL STUDY / MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION
Preparation of the IS Checklist will include an assessment of all resources as required by State CEQA Guidelines
Appendix G. The environmental analysis will incorporate any information provided by GHD, the City, and other agencies.
Additional background information will be obtained from the applicable local planning documents, resource agency
online documents, and our in-house library. The IS will be prepared using the City’s preferred template (updated as
necessary to account for recent revisions to the State CEQA Guidelines).
Based on preliminary information, we anticipate that an MND will be the appropriate CEQA environmental determination
for the proposed project, pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15070. If at any time potentially significant,
adverse, unavoidable impacts are identified, we will contact the project team immediately. The IS/MND will be written
in language understandable to the public and decision-makers and will utilize graphics and tables to clearly present
information. It will be concise and focus on the most important issues identified through public and/or internal scoping.
If mitigation measures are proposed, our submittal will also include a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan (MMRP).
The MMRP will identify each mitigation measure, the appropriate milestone or timing to implement the measure, the
responsible party, and any reporting requirements. This task assumes up to two rounds of review by GHD and the City.
DRAFT INITIAL STUDY / MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION
Upon receipt of comments on the administrative draft IS/MND, SWCA will finalize the public review draft IS/MND and
MMRP for submittal to the City, as the CEQA Lead Agency. We assume the City will prepare the necessary notices and
arrange for public circulation of the IS/MND; however, upon request by the City, SWCA can provide these services
through a contract amendment.
Upon request by the City, SWCA will be available to assist the City with providing responses to substantive public
comments received during circulation of the IS/MND.
ADMINISTRATIVE FINAL AND FINAL INITIAL STUDY / MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION
SWCA will revise the IS/MND as necessary in response to public comments and prepare an administrative final IS/MND
for GHD and City review. We assume one round of review for this task. We will then prepare a final IS/MND for
consideration by City decision makers. Our scope of work includes preparation for and attendance at one public hearing
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for consideration of the environmental document. We will be available to present information, provide presentation
materials, and answer CEQA-related questions associated with the project at the hearing (if requested by GHD or the
City) and also to provide any additional support that may be requested prior to or during the hearing. Attendance at
additional hearings, if necessary, can be facilitated through a contract amendment.
SCHEDULE
SWCA is prepared to initiate this scope of work immediately after receiving authorization to proceed. We anticipate that
preparation of the CEQA document will occur somewhat concurrently with development of the updated Circulation
Element policies and map and CEQA Transportation Analysis. In general, we anticipate that we will prepare an
administrative draft Project Description within approximately five days after completion of the approved draft updated
Circulation Element policies and map, and an administrative draft IS/MND within approximately four weeks after
approval of the draft Project Description. Note that these estimates are for the submittal of administrative drafts, not
final drafts, and do not include review by GHD or the City, as timeframes for outside review are out of our control and
can vary greatly. These timeframes are just estimates; we are willing to commit to the overall project schedule developed
by GHD and the City, and will provide environmental documentation within the timeframes necessary to maintain the
overall project schedule to the greatest extent feasible.
COST ESTIMATE
The budget for this project is a time and materials, not-to-exceed estimate of $34,750. We have attempted to be
conservative in preparation of the budget with regard to the level of effort required so that the overall cost estimates are
reasonable for your planning purposes. SWCA will not proceed with any work in excess of the time and materials budget
without prior authorization to proceed from GHD. Table 1 provides a detailed breakdown of our costs.
Table 1. Cost Estimate
Project Name:
Project No.:
Phase 01:CEQA Documentation
Contract Year:1
Rate Esc. Factor:0.0%
Project Start (est.):5/30/2019 Task 01 Task 02 Task 03 Task 04
Project End (est.):5/30/2020 AQ/GHG/Energy Assessment Noise Assessment Project Description IS/MND
LABOR
Name Project Role Rate Hours Charge Hours Charge Hours Charge Hours Charge
Creel, Emily Project Manger 171.00$ 2.00 342$ 2.00 342$ 2.00 342$ 20.00 3,420$
Honeycutt, Jameson Environmental Planner 119.00$ - -$ - -$ 8.00 952$ 44.00 5,236$
Markley, Jacqueline Environmental Planner 142.00$ - -$ - -$ 2.00 284$ 8.00 1,136$
Howen, Kevin GIS/CADD Specialist 109.00$ - -$ - -$ 2.00 218$ 4.00 436$
Jones, Jaimie Technical Editor 119.00$ - -$ - -$ 1.00 119$ 10.00 1,190$
Labor Subtotal 2.00 342.00$ 2.00 342.00$ 15.00 1,915.00$ 86.00 11,418.00$
Labor Total 2.00 342.00$ 2.00 342.00$ 15.00 1,915.00$ 86.00 11,418.00$
TRAVEL EXPENSES
Description Unit Rate # Units Charge # Units Charge # Units Charge # Units Charge
Mileage Per Mile 0.58 - -$ - -$ - -$ 50.00 29$
Travel Expenses Subtotal -$ -$ -$ 29$
Markup 15%-$ -$ -$ 4$
Travel Expenses Total -$ -$ -$ 33$
TOTAL EXPENSES -$ -$ -$ 33$
SUBCONTRACTORS
Description Unit Rate Units Charge Units Charge Units Charge Units Charge
AMBIENT Air Quality & Noise enter rate/units or lump charge 150.00$ 75.00 11,250$ 40.00 6,000$ - -$ - -$
Subcontractor Fee Subtotal 75.00 11,250$ 40.00 6,000$ - -$ - -$
Markup 20%2,250$ 1,200$ -$ -$
Subcontractor Fee Total 13,500$ 7,200$ -$ -$
Project Phase Totals 13,842$ 7,542$ 1,915$ 11,451$
TOTAL THIS PHASE Charges
SWCA Labor Total 14,017
Expenses Total 33
Subcontractors Total 20,700
Total Phase 34,750$
Tax Total -
Total Including Taxes 34,750$
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EMILY CREEL, J.D., PROJECT MANAGER / PLANNING TEAM LEADER
Ms. Creel is the planning team lead and a project manager in our San Luis Obispo office. She obtained her Juris
Doctor in 2005 and has been practicing in the field of environmental law and planning in California for more than
10 years. She has a specialized background in environmental law and policy, property law, and land use controls.
She is also currently acting as the Legislative Committee chair and CEQA Portal Committee representative for the
Channel Counties Chapter of the Association of Environmental Professionals (AEP). Ms. Creel has taught CEQA
basics to senior engineering students at Cal Poly and prepared and presented AEP workshops on CEQA case
law and court hierarchy.
Ms. Creel is well-versed in state and federal environmental laws and regulations, administrative and regulatory
processes, local municipal codes, and California Coastal Commission regulations. She tracks environmental
legislation through the California State Legislature and is proficient in analyzing the formulation and
implementation of environmental legislation and common law court decisions related to CEQA. Her varied
experience and knowledge of CEQA’s legal framework allows her to think creatively within that framework to meet
project goals. Ten years of litigation and consulting experience have given Ms. Creel the ability to handle complex
environmental and legal issues.
SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE
City of Pismo Beach General Plan Circulation Element Update; City of Pismo
Beach Public Works Department; San Luis Obispo County, California. SWCA
prepared an IS/MND to satisfy CEQA requirements for a proposed Circulation Element
Update for the City of Pismo Beach, California. SWCA teamed with Omni-Means, the
transportation engineering firm that prepared the Circulation Element Update. Role:
Project Manager / Environmental Planner. Managed the CEQA process, managed AB 52
and SB 18 notification process, provided QA/QC for deliverables, and assisted the City at
public hearings.
Halcyon Road Complete Streets Plan CEQA Support; Omni-Means; Arroyo Grande,
San Luis Obispo County, California. SWCA prepared an Environmental Constraints
Analysis and IS/MND for the Halcyon Road Complete Streets Plan, which will provide for
safe mobility and accessibility for all users along a 1.7-mile transportation corridor on
Halcyon Road between US 101 and SR 1. Role: Project Manager / Planner. Managed
contract and project administration and provided oversight and QA/QC for Environmental
Constraints Analysis and IS/MND.
Brisco Road/Halcyon Road/Highway 101 Improvements; Wood Rodgers, City of
Arroyo Grande; San Luis Obispo County, California. SWCA prepared an MND for the
City of Arroyo Grande and an EA for Caltrans, and various technical reports analyzing
alternatives for the interchange modification project, located in the city of Arroyo Grande,
in support of the joint CEQA/NEPA process, including Natural Environment Study,
Section 106 documentation, Community Impacts Assessment, Visual Impact
Assessment, and Water Quality Assessment Report. Role: MND/EA Project
Manager/Primary Author. Primary author of MND, EA, and technical reports and
consulted with interested agencies, including the City of Arroyo Grande, County of San
Luis Obispo, and Caltrans.
Bridge Street Bridge Replacement Project; Quincy Engineering; Arroyo Grande,
San Luis Obispo County, California. SWCA provided environmental services, including
preparation of all CEQA/NEPA documentation, technical studies, and permitting, for the
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
14
EXPERTISE
NEPA Planning
CEQA Planning
Property and environmental law
Civil pleading requirements and CEQA
litigation and case law
EDUCATION
J.D., Focused studies on property, land
use and environmental law; Indiana
University School of Law; Bloomington,
Indiana; 2005
B.A., Political Science; Arizona State
University; Tempe, Arizona; 2002
CPR/AED and First Aid Certification,
American Heart Association; 2013
CPR/AED Certification, American Red
Cross; 2012
MEMBERSHIPS
Member, The State Bar of California
Channel Counties Representative,
Association of Environmental
Professionals
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project federally funded under the HBP program, which will replace the existing bridge
crossing Arroyo Grande Creek near the intersection of West Branch Street and Bridge
Street. Role: Environmental Planner. Prepared Environmental Constraints Analysis and
consulted with interested agencies, including the City of Arroyo Grande, County of San
Luis Obispo, and Caltrans.
Prado Road Bridge Widening Consultant Services; Wallace Group; San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County, California. SWCA
is providing environmental services, including preparation of all CEQA/NEPA documentation, technical studies, and permitting for the
project federally funded under the HBP program, which involves the widening of the existing two-lane Prado Road Bridge over San Luis
Obispo Creek to upgrade functionally obsolete classification through extension of bridge deck on the southern side of existing structure.
Role: Environmental Planner. Prepared various technical studies and CEQA documents, and coordinated Caltrans project oversight.
City of Grover Beach General Plan Land Use Element and Master EIR; San Luis Obispo County, California; City of Grover Beach
Community Development Department. SWCA prepared the Land Use Element (LUE) and Master EIR, which evaluated the LUE as well
as nine subsequent projects in Grover Beach, including the redevelopment of Grand Avenue, the Beachfront Lodge project, a train station
expansion, development of the Strawberry Field, three undeveloped open space parcels, and infill areas, and rezoning of an industrial
area. Role: Environmental Planner. Prepared the aesthetic section of the EIR, and assisted in preparing the CEQA Findings and
responses to public comments.
City of Soledad Downtown Specific Plan EIR; City of Soledad; Monterey County, California. SWCA prepared an EIR for the Soledad
Downtown Specific Plan and form-based code, which was completed on time and within budget in less than six months, from initiation of
the Notice of Preparation to certification of the Final EIR. Role: EIR Project Manager / Primary Author. Preparation of the EIR, CEQA
Findings, Statement of Overriding Considerations, SB 18 consultation, public noticing, and Planning Commission and City Council hearing
presentation.
Grover Beach Lodge and Conference Center EIR, EIR Addendums, and EA; City of Grover Beach; San Luis Obispo County,
California. SWCA prepared an EIR for a beachfront lodge, located in the city of Grover Beach, in a sensitive State Park area under the
jurisdiction of various regional and state agencies. The EIR tiered off the recently certified Master EIR for the City's Land Use Element, also
prepared by SWCA. SWCA also prepared the Environmental Assessment for the project for NEPA compliance. Role: Project
Manager/Primary Author. Oversaw preparation of the EIR and EA, conducted extensive consistency analysis of applicable regional and
state policies, and coordinated closely with the City of Grover Beach, State Parks, County of San Luis Obispo, RWQCB, SLOAPCD,
California Coastal Commission, and Caltrans.
Grover Beach Grand Avenue Master Plan Environmental Determination and Letter of Conformity; Lisa Wise Consulting, City of
Grover Beach; San Luis Obispo County, California. SWCA oversaw environmental review of the proposed downtown Master Plan,
including completion of an Initial Study, tiered environmental analysis as a subsequent project named in City of Grover Beach LUE EIR
(SWCA 2010), letter of conformity with existing EIR analysis, and City findings and resolutions. Role: Project Manager/Environmental
Planner. Prepared IS, determined project consistency with Master EIR, drafted City's findings supporting limited environmental review per
CEQA Guidelines §15177.
Pier 70 Mixed-Use District Project EIR, San Francisco County, California; FC Pier 70, LLC48T. A long-range project located on 69 acres
of historic shipyard property along San Francisco’s Central Waterfront, south of Mission Bay. The proposed project would introduce a new
mixed-use innovation district intended for commercial and office uses, residential development, and a new retail and arts component, along
with parking and new and expanded public parks and shoreline access. Role: Planning Specialist.
Arroyo Grande Creek Waterway Management Program (WMP) and EIR; County of San Luis Obispo Public Works Department;
San Luis Obispo County, California. SWCA assisted in the development of a WMP to address flooding issues along Arroyo Grande
Creek while enhancing environmental values; provided the design basis and methodology for long-term management along the channel;
and prepared the EIR and technical studies. Role: Environmental Planner. Determined project consistency with regional plans, goals, and
policies throughout the project corridor, and prepared an EIR Addendum to document project modifications proposed after FEIR
certification.
MEMBERSHIPS (CONT’D)
Member, San Luis Obispo County Bar
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JACQUELINE MARKLEY, M.S., LEAD PLANNER
Ms. Markley is an environmental planner specializing in CEQA/NEPA development strategies, technical
assessment and reporting, permits, compliance, and program management of complex land use, development,
and land management projects. As a project manager, she has accumulated a diverse background and technical
expertise providing project and team leadership for a diverse range of projects.
Ms. Markley has attended and led several interviews in pursuit of the opportunity to serve as the environmental
consultant for proposed development projects. She has lead project teams providing technical and analytical
review and is effective in managing and working with public agency staff, public interests, and sub-consultants to
effectively achieve project goals. Ms. Markley has processed NEPA and CEQA compliance projects for a variety
of local, state, and federal agencies, as well as private clients. Her technical and field experience includes
conducting and reporting environmental compliance monitoring, habitat
restoration management, wetland delineations, targeted special-status
plant surveys, arborist surveys, wildlife surveys, nesting bird surveys,
vegetation monitoring, invasive preliminary constraint analysis surveys,
site assessment/reconnaissance surveys, cultural resources transect
surveys, and Phase I hazardous materials site assessment surveys.
She has a broad perspective of successful processes and methods
required to maintain and expand client relationships as well as create
and implement innovative solutions for complex projects.
SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE (∗ denotes project experience prior to SWCA)
Grover Beach Train Station Technical Studies; City of Grover Beach; Grover
Beach, San Luis Obispo County, California. SWCA is preparing Caltrans Local
Assistance reports for NEPA compliance, including a NES-MI, Jurisdictional Waters
Determination, and Oak Tree Mitigation Memo, for a train station expansion project in
Grover Beach. Role: Environmental Planner. Assisted with preparation of the NES-MI.
Bello Bridge Replacement Environmental Services; Quincy Engineering Inc.;
Pismo Beach, San Luis Obispo County, California. SWCA is providing environmental
services, including preparation of all CEQA/NEPA documentation, technical studies, and
permitting, for the replacement of the Bello Street bridge over Pismo Creek in the city of
Pismo Beach. Due to sensitive archaeological resources in the area, SWCA will also
perform an Extended Phase I Archaeological Survey of the project area. Role:
Environmental Planner. Prepared the Caltrans NES, BA noise, and visual technical
studies.
Shell Beach Road Pedestrian Safety & Streetscape Project – Phase 1
Environmental Services; City of Pismo Beach; Pismo Beach, San Luis Obispo
County, California. SWCA is providing environmental services, including preparation of
all CEQA/NEPA documentation, technical studies and permitting, for the reconstruction
of an 18-block section of Shell Beach Road between Cliff Avenue and Terrace Avenue in
downtown Shell Beach. Due to sensitive archaeological resources in the area, SWCA
also performed an Extended Phase I Archaeological Survey of the project area at the
request of Caltrans. Role: Planning Specialist. Prepared the Initial Study/Mitigated
Negative Declaration for compliance with CEQA.
Oak Tree Village Specific Plan Environmental Services; PT1 Ventures, LLC;
Tehachapi, Kern County, California. SWCA is preparing biological studies and an EIR
for the Oak Tree Village Specific Plan, assessing the environmental impacts of the
project, which consists primarily of a senior housing development on approximately 210
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
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EXPERTISE
NEPA/CEQA compliance reporting
Regulatory permitting
Land use preservation planning and
management
Habitat restoration planning and
management
Biological resources surveying,
monitoring, and reporting
Phase I hazardous materials site
assessment surveying and reporting
Preliminary constraints analysis
surveying and reporting
Site assessment/reconnaissance
surveying and reporting
Cultural resources transect surveying
and reporting
Environmental compliance monitoring
EDUCATION
M.S., Environmental Management;
University of San Francisco; 2014
B.A., Environmental Studies e: Ecology
& Conservation m: Anthro; University of
California at Santa Cruz; 2010
MEMBERSHIPS
Member, The Land Conservancy of San
Luis Obispo; 2015-present
Member, Association of Environmental
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acres located north of State Route 58 and east of the Capitol Hills area in Tehachapi. Role: Project Manager. Conducting project team
management and primary author of the EIR.
Cal Poly SLO Master Plan Update Environmental Impact Report; California Polytechnic State University; San Luis Obispo, San
Luis Obispo County, California. SWCA is preparing an EIR for the Cal Poly Master Plan 2035, which guides development and use of
campus land and includes anticipated growth in the student body, planned additional housing, academic, recreation and athletics facilities,
and other support facilities on the main campus to accommodate students over the next two decades.
Highway 46 Warehouse Environmental Impact Report; Kern County; Lost Hills, Kern County, California. SWCA is preparing a
project level EIR for the proposed project, which includes the development of a 112-acre site with two logistics facility buildings and
associated parking areas, driveways, detention ponds, and landscaping. A warehouse distribution center is expected to be developed in
the future. Role: Project Manager/Primary Author. Preparation of technical studies and the EIR.
City of Arroyo Grande Bridge Street Project; Quincy Engineering Inc.; Arroyo Grande, San Luis Obispo County, California. SWCA
provided environmental services, including preparation of all CEQA/NEPA documentation, technical studies, and permitting, for the project,
which will replace the existing bridge crossing Arroyo Grande Creek near the intersection of West Branch Street and Bridge Street in the
city of Arroyo Grande. Role: Environmental Planner.
Solari Sand and Gravel Project EIR; Kern County; Kern County, California. SWCA is conducting a peer review of technical studies
and preparing an EIR for a proposed 543-acre aggregate mining project that includes sand and gravel extraction, asphalt concrete and
Portland cement concrete production plants, and asphalt and concrete recycling operations, located in the central area of southern Kern
County, where the San Joaquin Valley converges with the foothills of the Tehachapi Mountains. Role: Project Manager. Managed the
preparation of the Solari Sand and Gravel Mine Environmental Impact Report.
Signal Hill LLC Residence Environmental Impact Report; County of Monterey; Pebble Beach, Monterey County, California. SWCA
is preparing an EIR evaluating development of a proposed single-family residence, located off 17-Mile Drive in Pebble Beach, and
restoration of the remainder of the property to native dune habitat. The project includes demolition of an existing residence that is listed in
the California Register of Historic Places and has been determined eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places. Role:
Environmental Planner. Preparing various sections of the EIR.
County Service Area 7 (Oak Shores) Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade Project Supplemental EIR; County of San Luis Obispo,
California. SWCA is preparing a Supplemental EIR evaluating improvements to the County Service Area No. 7A (CSA-7A) Wastewater
Treatment Facility (WWTF) in the community of Oak Shores. The proposed improvements would include upgrades to the wastewater
treatment plant, sewage collection system, and effluent disposal system in and surrounding the community of Oak Shores. Similar
upgrades were previously proposed and analyzed in the Final Environmental Impact Report for the County Service Area 7 (Oak Shores)
Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade Project. Changes to the design and location of the proposed effluent and sludge disposal system
were subsequently proposed, and the revised WWTF facility upgrades are being further analyzed in the Supplemental EIR (SEIR). Role:
Environmental Planner. Preparation of various sections of the Supplemental EIR.
Cal Poly Oppenheimer Pavilion and Agricultural Event Center Project IS/MND; California Polytechnic State University, San Luis
Obispo, California. SWCA prepared an IS/MND for the project, which consisted of demolition of existing structures; upgrades to existing
structures, and the development of new facilities, including a new equestrian pavilion, foaling barn, stallion barn, animal health center,
storage barn, and event center within the equine center, environmental horticultural sciences, and beef unit areas, and a new greenhouse
and farm store located within the crops unit area. The project also included associated improvements such as utilities, detention basins for
surface water control, landscaping, and access roads for circulation. Role: Project Manager/Primary Author. Conducted project team
management and preparation of the IS/MND.
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JAMESON HONEYCUTT, B.S., ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER
Mr. Honeycutt is an environmental planner with experience in natural resource management, land-use planning, and
regulatory permitting, specializing in environmental analysis for CEQA and NEPA projects. He is also experienced in
GIS and geospatial analysis for projects impacting environmental, biological, and sensitive resources.
Mr. Honeycutt has worked in both the public and private sector, with experience ranging from solar energy
development to large-scale watershed restoration projects. He is responsible for managing a variety of projects for
private developers as well as local governments throughout California, including in the Sierra, the Central Valley, and
the Central Coast. He has successfully prepared and supported a range of compliance documents and technical
reports, including EIRs, IS/MNDs, Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, General Plan Amendments, Aquatic
Delineations, Biological Technical Reports, and Cultural Resources Evaluations. In coordination with local
governments, he has worked to analyze development projects for compliance with General Plans and zoning
ordinances as well as process land-use permit applications.
SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Signal Hill LLC Residence Environmental Impact Report; County of Monterey; Pebble
Beach, Monterey County, California . SWCA is preparing an EIR evaluating development of
a proposed single-family residence, located off 17-Mile Drive in Pebble Beach, and restoration
of the remainder of the property to native dune habitat. The project includes demolition of an
existing residence that is listed in the California Register of Historic Places and has been
determined eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places. Role: Environmental
Planner. Prepare response to comments.
Grover Beach Lodge Environmental Impact Report Second Addendum; City of Grover
Beach; Grover Beach, San Luis Obispo County, California. SWCA provided planning
suport and CEQA dosumentation for the prepaeration of a Second Addendum to an EIR for a
new lodge complex in the City of Grover Beach. Role: Environmental Planner. Supporting
author of the EIR Addendum.
Cal Poly SLO Master Plan Update Environmental Impact Report; California Polytechnic
State University;San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County, California. SWCA is
preparing an EIR for the Cal Poly Master Plan 2035, which guides development and use of
campus land and includes anticipated growth in the student body, planned additional housing,
academic, recreation and athletics facilities, and other support facilities on the main campus to
accommodate students over the next two decades. Role: Environmental Planner. Assisting
with preparation of various EIR sections.
Brisco-Halcyon Road Interchange Modification Project; City of Arroyo Grande;San Luis
Obispo County, California. SWCA prepared various technical reports analyzing alternatives
for the interchange modification project, located in the city of Arroyo Grande, in support of the
joint CEQA/NEPA process, including Community Impacts Assessment, Visual Impact
Assessment, Water Quality Assessment Report, and Initial Study/Mitigated Negative
Declaration. Role: Environmental Planner. Assisting with Response to Comments on IS/MND.
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
10
EXPERTISE
CEQA compliance
Natural resource management
Environmental policy
Botany and plant taxonomy
Environmental permitting
Cartography
EDUCATION
B.S., Ecology and Natural Resources;
The Evergreen State College; Olympia,
Washington; 2009
B.A., Environmental Economics; The
Evergreen State College; Olympia,
Washington; 2009
TRAINING
California Rapid Assessment Method,
San Francisco Estuary Institute; 2014
Bio-assessment Field Sampling,
Surface Water Ambient Monitoring
Program; 2013
Planning in California, UC Davis
Extension; 2014
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Highway 41/1/Main Street Intersection Improvement Project Environmental Services;
City of Morro Bay;Morro Bay, San Luis Obispo County, California. SWCA is providing
environmental services, including preparation of all CEQA/NEPA documentation, technical
studies, and permitting, for the construction of a modern roundabout at the intersections of
State Routes 1 & 41 (Atascadero Road) and Main Street in the city of Morro Bay. Role:
Environmental Planner. Assisting with preparation of various technical studies.
Cannabis Cultivation Application Processing and IS/MND Preparation; County of San
Luis Obispo; Regionwide, San Luis Obispo County, California. SWCA is contracted with
the County of San Luis Obispo to review and process land use permit application in
compliance with the County’s Cannabis Regulatory Program, General Plan, CEQA, and other
local and state regulations. Role: Project Manager/Environmental Planner. Coordination
between County staff and applicants to review and process over 30 land use permit
applications to obtain permit coverage.
2210 Preisker Lane Development IS/MND; City of Santa Maria; Santa Maria, Santa
Barbara County, California. SWCA provided palnning support and prepared CEQA documentation for a General Plan Ammendment and
Planned Development Permit for a new training center in the City of Santa Maria. Role: Project Manager/Environmental Planner. Primary author
of the IS/MND.
Cypress Ridge Environmental Services; Golden State Water Company; Arroyo Grande, San Luis Obispo County, California. SWCA
prepared various technical studies and CEQA documentation for a new 10,400-linear-foot water pipeline to provide water supply redundancy for
the Nipomo Community Services District. Role: Project Manager/Environmental Planner. Primary author of the IS/MND.
NCSD Intertie Revised Phase 3 Pipeline Route EIR Addendum; Nipomo Community Services District; San Luis Obispo County,
California. SWCA is preparing the second addendum to the NCSD Supplemental Water Project, which will focus on the portions of the 12,000
linear feet of 12-inch diameter waterline alignment that were not previously analyzed under the original EIR. Role: Environmental Planner.
Primary author of the EIR addendum.
WMWC Interconnect IS/MND; Nipomo Community Services District; San Luis Obispo County, California. SWCA is preparing various
techinical studies and CEQA documentation for the Nipomo Community Services District to construct three new interconnection facilities
throughout the Nipomo mesa. Role: Project Manager/Environmental Planner. Primary author to the IS/MND
Halcyon Road Complete Streets Plan CEQA Support; City of Arroyo Grande; Arroyo Grande, San Luis Obispo County, California.
SWCA is providing planning support and CEQA documentation for a Complete Streets Plan that would provide for safe mobility and multimodal
transportation throughout the Halcyon Road corridor in City of Arroyo Grande. Role: Environmental Planner. Primary author of the IS/MND.
Alamo Water Tank Replacement Environmental Services; Golden State Water Company; Los Osos, San Luis Obispo County,
California. SWCA is preparing technical studies and the CEQA environmental document for the demolition and replacement of an existing
84,000-gallon bolted steel reservoir with a new 84,000-gallon welded steel reservoir, as well as construction of a driveway to provide access to
the site, in the community of Los Osos. Role: Project Manager/Environmental Planner. Primary author of the IS/MND
Truesdale North Reservoir Grading Permit IS/MND; County of San Luis Obispo; San Luis Obispo County, California. SWCA provided
CEQA documentation for a major grading permit to construct an agricultural reservoir for winery frost protection and irrigation. Role: Project
Manager/Environmental Planner. Primary author of the IS/MND.
Truesdale Feedlot Reservoir Major Grading Permit IS/MND; County of San Luis Obispo; San Luis Obispo County, California. SWCA
provided CEQA documentation for a major grading permit to construct an agricultural reservoir for winery frost protection and irrigation. Role:
Project Manager/Environmental Planner. Primary author for the IS/MND.
TRAINING (CONT’D)
California General Construction Permit,
Cardno ENTRIX; 2013
Endangered Species Regulation and
Protection, UC Davis Extension; 2016
Lahontan Stormwater Permit, Cardno
ENTRIX; 2014
Intermediate GIS Watershed Analysis,
UC Davis Extension; 2013
MEMBERSHIPS
Member, Association of Environmental
Professionals – Channel Counties
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