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CC 2016-09-13_09f Agreements WSC_GSI NCMA 2016 MEMORANDUM TO: CITY COUNCIL FROM: GEOFF ENGLISH, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR BY: SHANE TAYLOR, UTILITIES MANAGER SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENTS WITH GSI WATER SOLUTIONS, INC. AND WATER SYSTEMS CONSULTING, INC. TO CONDUCT WATER SAMPLING, PREPARATION OF THE NORTHERN CITIES MANAGEMENT AREA 2016 ANNUAL MONITORING REPORT, AND ASSOCIATED TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES FOR THE NORTHERN CITIES MANAGEMENT AREA WORK PROGRAM DATE: SEPTEMBER 13, 2016 RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council: 1. Approve and authorize the Mayor to execute an Agreement for Consultant Services with GSI Water Solutions, Inc. (“GSI”), and 2. Approve and authorize the Mayor to execute an Agreement for Consultant Services with Water Systems Consulting, Inc. (“WSC”) 3. Approve and authorize an appropriation of $10,000.00 from the Water Fund Balance. IMPACT ON FINANCIAL AND PERSONNEL RESOURCES: The direct cost to produce the annual groundwater monitoring report including technical and managerial activities in support of the Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group (NCMA TG) for FY 2016-17 is estimated at $256,762. The cost is shared among several agencies of which the City is responsible for approximately $85,580, ($56,408 for GSI and $29,172 for WSC) which is an increase of approximately $11,000 over last year. The current budget includes $76,000 for the work; therefore an appropriation of an additional $10,000 will be required to fund the new agreements. City staff spends an estimated 250 hours a year on NCMA activities. The City Council amended the Critical Needs Action Plan for the 2015-2017 work program and budget. Addressing water supply demand is directly related to addressing the City’s water needs and is identified in the Critical Needs Action Plan. BACKGROUND: The City has continued to participate with neighboring jurisdictions in the preparation of required reports and studies concerning the management of the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin. Water sampling and preparation of the Annual Report is required by the Court’s Item 9.f. - Page 1 CITY COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENTS WITH GSI WATER SOLUTIONS, INC AND WATER SYSTEMS CONSULTING, INC TO CONDUCT WATER SAMPLING, PREPARATION OF THE NORTHERN CITIES MANAGEMENT AREA 2016 ANNUAL MONITORING REPORT, AND ASSOCIATED TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES FOR THE NORTHERN CITIES MANAGEMENT AREA WORK PROGRAM SEPTEMBER 13, 2016 PAGE 2 decision in the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin Adjudication. The Annual Report is prepared by a mutually secured technical consultant firm that is funded proportionally by all of the participating NCMA agencies. The 2015 NCMA Annual Report was prepared by Fugro Consultants Inc. The agreement with Fugro approved by the City Council in September of 2015 has expired, precipitating the need for securing the services of a consulting firm to prepare the 2016 NCMA Annual Report. Additionally, the City, along with the other NCMA agencies, has contracted with an engineering firm for the past several years to provide engineering and water resource technical support services in order to meet court ordered requirements for the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin, as well as to provide staff augmentation services to assist with the increasing complexities of ground water management and water resource conjunctive use. The City has participated with representatives from neighboring jurisdictions to form the Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group (“NCMA TG”) in order to coordinate these water management activities. The NCMA represents the following agencies with their respective groundwater pumping entitlements: Urban Area Groundwater  Allotment Ag Credit Total  City of Arroyo Grande 1,202 121 1,323  City of Grover Beach 1,198 209 1,405  City of Pismo Beach 700 0 700  Oceano Community Services District 900 0 900       The City Council approved an amendment to a previous agreement with WSC Consultants Inc. on September 8, 2015 to provide groundwater management and technical support services related to the NCMA. The agreement with WSC as approved was funded by three of the NCMA agencies as the Oceano Community Services District (OCSD) chose to forgo financial participation in the staff extension services agreement and instead utilize the services of the OCSD General Manager to contribute to the work efforts necessary to manage the NCMA. The Council directed City staff to return with a report regarding the Item 9.f. - Page 2 CITY COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENTS WITH GSI WATER SOLUTIONS, INC AND WATER SYSTEMS CONSULTING, INC TO CONDUCT WATER SAMPLING, PREPARATION OF THE NORTHERN CITIES MANAGEMENT AREA 2016 ANNUAL MONITORING REPORT, AND ASSOCIATED TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES FOR THE NORTHERN CITIES MANAGEMENT AREA WORK PROGRAM SEPTEMBER 13, 2016 PAGE 3 funding and participation in the staff extension services agreement for the NCMA. A copy of the October 8, 2015 Council memorandum is included in Attachment 1. The proposed Consultant Services agreement with WSC Consultants Inc. is again based on the participation of the Cities of Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach and Pismo Beach, with OCSD electing to participate through “in-kind services” provided by their General Manager. ANALYSIS OF ISSUES: The collaborative approach to groundwater management was formalized in the 2002 Management Agreement between the Northern Cities, Northern Landowners, and Other Parties, and incorporated in the 2005 Settlement Stipulation for the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin Adjudication (Stipulation). On June 30, 2005 the Stipulation was agreed upon by numerous parties, including the Northern Cities, referred to as the “Settlement Agreement,” which was reduced to a Judgement in 2008. The Judgment orders the stipulating parties to comply with all terms of the Stipulation, including annual groundwater monitoring and reporting. In 2008, a water balance study of the groundwater basin conducted by Todd Engineers indicated a need to implement a monitoring and reporting program. Such a program was recommended as a way to more efficiently manage the condition of the water supply in the groundwater basin. Since April 2009, the NCMA TG has coordinated the collection of sentry well water quality samples and prepared an annual report to submit to the court. In recent years, the NCMA groundwater monitoring program has evolved and increased, largely in response to drought conditions and lowering groundwater levels. The additional efforts include, but are not limited to water sampling by the rehabilitation of wells, increased sampling locations, the addition of transducers and coordination of data with the County sampling program and the Nipomo Mesa Management Area Technical Group. The 2015 NCMA Annual Report was prepared by Fugro Consultants Inc. The agreement with Fugro, approved by the City Council in September of 2015, has expired, precipitating the need for securing the services of a consulting firm to prepare the 2016 NCMA Annual Report. In July of 2016, a Request for Proposals (RFP) was advertised and distributed to potential engineering firms. GSI was selected from the submitting consultant firms following a proposal rating process. The scope of work for the 2016 Annual Report is included in the draft agreement in Attachment 2. The consultant services agreement is proposed to be a one-year agreement. Costs are split between all NCMA agencies in accordance with the percentage of each agency’s groundwater allocation. The cost for the 2016 NCMA Item 9.f. - Page 3 CITY COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENTS WITH GSI WATER SOLUTIONS, INC AND WATER SYSTEMS CONSULTING, INC TO CONDUCT WATER SAMPLING, PREPARATION OF THE NORTHERN CITIES MANAGEMENT AREA 2016 ANNUAL MONITORING REPORT, AND ASSOCIATED TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES FOR THE NORTHERN CITIES MANAGEMENT AREA WORK PROGRAM SEPTEMBER 13, 2016 PAGE 4 Annual Report is also proposed to include a 10% contingency amount to cover anticipated enhanced monitoring and testing needs resulting from declining groundwater levels. All NCMA agencies are required by the Court action to participate in the preparation of the annual report. Regarding the staff extension consultant services agreement, securing consultant assistance for management of the NCMA is not specifically mandated by the Court, although, due to complexities of monitoring and managing activities, all of the agencies have participated in the funding staff extension services from approximately 2010 until 2015. At that time OCSD chose not to participate financially, instead elected to use the work efforts of the General Manager position to complete management work activities on an equitable basis, as their primary responsibility is water utilities. In September of 2015, the City Council approved an agreement with WSC. It is based on the participation of the Cities of Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach and Pismo Beach, with OCSD participating with in-kind management services. Based on the City Council’s concern about the equity of the 2015 NCMA management arrangement, City staff considered options for changes to the staff extension consultant services arrangement for 2016. One option discussed by the Council was to combine the annual report preparation with the staff extension services agreement to be provided by one consultant firm. As this arrangement would not have been supported by all of the NCMA agencies, a combined RFP was not distributed. There were limited viable options other than the 2015 management model and as a result, a separate RFP was distributed for a separate consultant to provide staff extension and technical assistance services related to the management of the NCMA. WSC was selected from the submitting consultant firms following a proposal rating process. The scope of work for the services to be provided is included in Attachment 3. The consultant services agreement is proposed to be a one-year agreement that may be extended for four (4) additional one (1) year terms. Costs are proposed to be split between three of the NCMA agencies (Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach and Pismo Beach) with OCSD again electing to participate through “in-kind services” provided by their General Manager. OCSD does pay WSC their proportional share of any technical work related to the Annual Report. In 2015-16, the management arrangement for the NCMA worked well with the combination of consultant services provided by WSC supplemented by work efforts by the OCSD General Manager whose examples of work product include but are not limited to the following: Item 9.f. - Page 4 CITY COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENTS WITH GSI WATER SOLUTIONS, INC AND WATER SYSTEMS CONSULTING, INC TO CONDUCT WATER SAMPLING, PREPARATION OF THE NORTHERN CITIES MANAGEMENT AREA 2016 ANNUAL MONITORING REPORT, AND ASSOCIATED TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES FOR THE NORTHERN CITIES MANAGEMENT AREA WORK PROGRAM SEPTEMBER 13, 2016 PAGE 5  Scope development for the NCMA Groundwater Model  Work with Regional Board representatives regarding funding opportunities for the Groundwater Model  Coordination with the Nipomo Mesa Management Area (NMMA) on efforts to pursue Prop 1 IRWM Implementation Grant funding for projects that will have a beneficial impact to the NCMA.  Lead efforts to identify opportunities to obtain “excess allocation” SWP water to improve water supply reliability for the NCMA/NMMA  Organized and facilitated information related to potential Zone 3 Contract Changes beneficial to the NCMA agencies. Staff is recommending that the Council approve the agreement for Consultant Services with GSI and WSC as proposed. ALTERNATIVES: The following alternatives are provided for the Council’s consideration:  Approve the Consultant Services Agreement with GSI Water Solutions, Inc. in the amount of $56,408, which includes a 10% contingency, in connection with the annual monitoring report;  Approve the Consultant Services Agreement with WSC, Inc. in the amount of $29,172 in connection with staff extension services for the NCMA group;  Do not approve the agreements; or  Provide staff direction. ADVANTAGES: Implementation of the monitoring and reporting program which identifies changes in water levels and quality will enable the City and its partner jurisdictions to react quickly to any issue affecting the water supply in the groundwater basin. The monitoring program has provided a mechanism allowing all parties to be better informed with regard to the changing condition of the basin, and consequently, has allowed for the opportunity for better collaboration between the City and partner jurisdictions included in the Arroyo Grande Groundwater Basin Management Agreement. The GSI team includes staff with local experience, a track record of meeting reporting requirements of adjudicated basins, extensive prior involvement with NCMA and is well suited to lead the preparation of the 2016 Annual Groundwater Monitoring Report. Item 9.f. - Page 5 CITY COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENTS WITH GSI WATER SOLUTIONS, INC AND WATER SYSTEMS CONSULTING, INC TO CONDUCT WATER SAMPLING, PREPARATION OF THE NORTHERN CITIES MANAGEMENT AREA 2016 ANNUAL MONITORING REPORT, AND ASSOCIATED TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES FOR THE NORTHERN CITIES MANAGEMENT AREA WORK PROGRAM SEPTEMBER 13, 2016 PAGE 6 WSC has provided valuable expertise for the NCMA TG, including providing quality assurance/quality control for the annual report, agency coordination and writing two successful grants for the NCMA agencies. Additionally, WSC coordinates technical information and provides important analysis for related water planning, including Zone 3 activities and the regional water resource planning efforts of the Integrated Regional Water Management Plan. DISADVANTAGES: By approving the amended agreements, the City will need to pay its share of the cost according to the Arroyo Grande Groundwater Basin Management Agreement. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW: No environmental review is required for this item. 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. Attachments: 1. Council Memorandum dated October 8, 2015 2. Consultant Services Agreement with GSI Water Solutions, Inc. 3. Consultant Services Agreement with Water Systems Consulting Inc. Item 9.f. - Page 6 MEMORANDUM TO: CITY COUNCIL FROM: TERESA MCCLISH, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT TO CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH WATER SYSTEMS CONSULTING INC. FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES FOR THE NORTHERN CITIES MANAGEMENT AREA WORK PROGRAM DATE: OCTOBER 8, 2015 RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council receive and file additional information regarding the previous approval and authorization of Amendment No. 7 to the Agreement for Consultant Services with Water Systems Consulting, Inc. ("WSC"). IMPACT ON FINANCIAL AND PERSONNEL RESOURCES: The total direct cost to produce the annual groundwater monitoring report, including technical and managerial activities in support of the Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group (NCMA TG) for FY 2015-16 is $220,740. The cost is shared among several agencies of which the City is responsible for approximately $7 4,494 ($44,919 for Fugro and $29,578 for WSC) which is overall, slightly higher than last year (due to a slight increase in costs for FUGRO and the agency split for WSC) but within the range of previous annual report costs. The WSC costs are reduced by approximately $20,000 from last year's proposal. The budget includes $76,000 for the work which will be paid from the Water Fund. The shared costs related to NCMA work are determined by groundwater allocation. The City's portion for the WSC contract is 39 percent of $75,840, or $29,578 as shared by each participating agency's groundwater allocation. If the cost were also to also be shared by the Oceano Community Services District (OCSD), the cost for the City as divided by groundwater allocation would be 31 percent, or $23,510. The City Council amended the Critical Needs Action Plan for the 2015-2017 work program and budget. Addressing water supply and demand is directly related to addressing the City's water needs and is identified in the Critical Needs Action Plan. BACKGROUND: In 2014, along with the workplan for the 2014 NCMA annual report, the Council approved the NCMA Strategic Plan, augmentation of the City's water conservation strategies, the development of a Water Shortage Response Team (WSRT) and provided direction for a joint water workshop with the elected bodies of NCMA agencies that include the Cities of ATTACHMENT 1 Item 9.f. - Page 7 CITY COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENTS TO CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENTS FOR THE NORTHERN CITIES MANAGEMENT AREA WORK PROGRAM OCTOBER 8, 2015 PAGE2 Arroyo Grande, Pismo Beach, Grover Beach and the OCSD. Work has been completed in accordance with Council direction including completion of one of the studies identified in the Strategic Plan-the water supply production and delivery plan, the WSRT have been implementing approved water conservation initiatives, and the South County Regional Water Forum was held on August 1ih. . The City has continued to participate with neighboring jurisdictions in the preparation of required reports and studies concerning the management of the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin. For the last several years, the City has contracted with WSC to provide engineering and water resource technical services in order to meet court ordered requirements for the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin, as well as for overall water resource management and evaluation of conjunctive use opportunities. Water sampling and preparation of the annual report is required by the Court's decision in the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin Adjudication. Staff has participated with other staff from neighboring jurisdictions to form the Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group ("NCMA TG") in order to coordinate these water management activities. On September 8, 2015, the City Council approved and authorized two agreements: Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement with Fugro in the amount of $44,919 in connection with the annual monitoring report for the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin Adjudication and Amendment No. 7 to the Agreement with WSC Consultants in the amount of $29,578 for groundwater management and technical studies related to the NCMA. However, the WSC agreement was predicated upon OCSD providing in-kind services that would compensate for their lack of participation in the WSC shared NCMA contract. Subsequent to the September 8, 2015 City Council meeting, the OCSD General Manager and OCSD Board declined to formalize any agreement for in-kind services. ANALYSIS OF ISSUES: In 2007, a water balance study of the groundwater basin conducted by Todd Engineers indicated a need to implement a monitoring and reporting program. Such a program was recommended as a way to more efficiently manage the condition of the water supply in the groundwater basin. Since April 2009, the NCMA TG has coordinated the collection of sentry well water quality samples and prepared an annual report to submit to the court. The work program has evolved to increase and augment water sampling by the rehabilitation of wells, increased sampling locations, the addition of transducers, the coordination of data with the County sampling program and the Nipomo Mesa Management Area Technical Group and grant applications and studies. Although several years ago, agency staff coordinated the necessary NCMA activities, including developing scopes of work, issuing requests for proposals, designing and modifying monitoring plans, determining the adequacy of wells and monitoring equipment, providing QA/QC of NCMA technical reports and those related to the NMMA, etc., the participating agencies quickly realized that these activities represented a significant Item 9.f. - Page 8 CITY COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENTS TO CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENTS FOR THE NORTHERN CITIES MANAGEMENT AREA WORK PROGRAM OCTOBER 8, 2015 PAGE3 workload and require extensive time commitment of agency staff. Additionally, it was determined that readily available access to knowledge of specialized technical experts, was needed to address urgent and technical issues. To assist with these efforts, WSC's proposal for ongoing support services to the NCMA TG includes contract coordination and administration and providing necessary technical analysis in support of the annual report and NCMA strategic plan and drought related activities (Attachment 1 ). The costs are split between NCMA agencies in accordance with respective groundwater allocation, with the exception of the OCSD who chose not to participate. Last year, when the City approved a similar contract amendment, OCSD was anticipated to contribute in the shared costs ($20, 160), however, they ultimately did not participate. Thus, this is the second year that the WSC contract would be shared only between the Cities of Grover Beach, Pismo Beach and Arroyo Grande. WSC performed last years' services under budget. Although OCSD has opted not to participate in the WSC contract again this year, staff still supports the proposal at this time due to the highly qualified team of water experts made available through the contract, the crucial timing and impact to the groundwater basin due to pumping activities and the drought, and that water supply issues are identified as critical and thus prioritized for use of adequate resources. The Cities of Grover Beach and Pismo Beach have also been satisfied with the work product ofWSC and are proceeding with the WSC contract as proposed. Staff will explore alternative means of contracting for the annual report for next year to attempt to address the inequities created by OCSD's decision not to participate in the WSC contract within the NCMATG. ALTERNATIVES: The following alternatives are provided for the Council's consideration: • Confirm approval of Amendment No. 7 to the Agreement with WSC Consultants in the amount of $29,578 for groundwater management and technical studies related to the NCMA; • Do not approve Amendment No. 7 to the Agreement with WSC Consultants in the amount of $29,578 for groundwater management and technical studies related to the NCMA; or • Provide staff direction. ADVANTAGES: Implementation of the monitoring and reporting program to identify changes in water levels and quality, will enable the City and its partner jurisdictions to react quickly to any issue affecting the water supply in the groundwater basin. The monitoring program has provided a mechanism allowing all parties to be better informed with regard to the changing Item 9.f. - Page 9 CITY COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENTS TO CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENTS FOR THE NORTHERN CITIES MANAGEMENT AREA WORK PROGRAM OCTOBER 8, 2015 PAGE4 condition of the basin, and consequently, has allowed for the opportunity for better collaboration between the City and partner jurisdictions included in the Arroyo Grande Groundwater Basin Management Agreement. WSC has provided valuable expertise for the NCMA TG, including providing quality assurance/quality control for the annual report, agency coordination and writing two successful grants for the NCMA agencies. Additionally, WSC coordinates technical information and provides important analysis for related water planning, including Zone 3 activities and the regional water resource planning efforts of the Integrated Regional Water Management Plan. DISADVANTAGES: By approving the amended agreement, the City will need to pay its share of the cost according to the Arroyo Grande Groundwater Basin Management Agreement. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW: No environmental review is required for this item. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION AND COMMENTS: The Agenda was posted in front of City Hall on Thursday, October 1, 2015. The Agenda and staff report were posted on the City's website on Friday, October 2, 2015. No public comments were received. Attachments: 1. Consultant Services Agreement Amendment No. 7 -WSC proposal to provide staff extension services for the NCMA TG for FY 2015-2016. Item 9.f. - Page 10 CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT AMENDMENT NO. 7 This Seventh Amendment ("Seventh Amendment") to Consultant's Services Agreement ("CSA") by and between the CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE and WATER SYSTEMS CONSULTING INC. (WSC), is made and entered into this day of September, 2015 based on the following facts: WHEREAS, the parties entered into a CSA dated March 16, 2010 to provide as-needed staff extensiori" services to the Northern Cities Management Area Technical Advisory Committee (NCMA); and WHEREAS, the parties entered into a First Amendment to CSA dated September 26, 2011 to continue to provide support services to the Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group; and · WHEREAS, the parties entered into a Second Amendment to CSA dated September 25, 2012 to continue to provide support servrces to the Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group; and WHEREAS, the parties entered into a Third Amendment to CSA dated January 22, 2013 for additional costs related to associated technical support for coordinated management of the groundwater basin; and WHEREAS, the parties entered into a Fourth Amendment to CSA dated September 10, 2013 for additional costs related to associated t{:lchnical support to coordinated management of the groundwater basin; and WHEREAS, the parties entered into a Fifth Amendment to CSA dated April 8, 2014 for additional costs related to associated technical support to coordinated management of the groundwater basin; and WHEREAS, the parties entered into a Sixth Amendment to CSA dated June 10, 2014 for additional costs related to associated technical support to coordinated management of the groundwater basin; and WHEREAS, the parties desire to further modify the CSA as set forth herein. NOW THEREFORE, for valuable consideration the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the parties agree as follows: 1. The CSA is amended to include the additional services at the increased cost related to the 2015 Annual Report, related coordinated technical support, as specified in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. 2. The term of the CSA shall expire on December 31, 2016. 3. Except as modified herein, all other terms and conditions set forth in the CSA, as amended, shall remain unchanged and in full force and effect. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, CITY and CONSULTANT have executed this Seventh Amendment the day and year first above written. WATER SYSTEMS CONSUL TING INC. By: ___________ _ CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE By: ___________ _ Jim Hill Mayor ATTACHMENT 1 Item 9.f. - Page 11 6/12/2015 Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group Oceano Community Services District City of Arroyo Grande City of Grover Beach City of Pismo Beach SUBJECT: PROPOSAL TO PROVIDE STAFF EXTENSION SERVICES FOR THE NORTHERN CITIES MANAGEMENT AREA TECHNICAL GROUP FOR FY 2015-16 Dear Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group, As requested, WSC has prepared the following proposal to provide ongoing staff extension services to lead various technical and managerial activities in support of the Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group (NCMA TG) for FY 2015-16. The purpose of these services is to provide as-needed staff extension to assist the NCMA TG in managing their water supply portfolios and project management services for the preparation of its Annual Report. Mr. Jeff Szytel will serve as the Principal-In-Charge and Mr. Daniel Heimel will serve as the Project Manager and lead resource for WSC. Additional support will be provided by WSC staff and/or specialty sub-consultants as-needed. Consistent with our ongoing staff extension services role, it is envisioned that these activities would include the following tasks: Staff Extension WSC will serve as an extension of the NCMA member agencies’ staff to manage the activities of the NCMA TG. WSC’s activities are expected to include: Organize and lead NCMA TG meetings Attend Zone 3 TAC meetings on behalf of the NCMA TG Organize and facilitate meetings with Local Ag Representatives Review analysis and recommendations for the items on the committee agendas Advise on proposals by the County Provide additional research and options as-needed Provide independent technical review of various work products Provide as-needed technical and/or managerial support Participate and coordinate regional water management activities on behalf of the NCMA TG Provide Annual Report Project Management, including: o Contract coordination and administration o Management of project budget and schedule o Coordination with the consultant(s) and NCMA member agencies to set meetings, obtain data, and maintain project progress o Technical review of consultant deliverables o City Council and Board of Directors presentations Strategic Planning efforts for the NCMA TG Pursuit of grant opportunities EXHIBIT A Item 9.f. - Page 12 Fee The fees for the staff extension services are shown in Table 1 below and are divided amongst the Cities of Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach, Pismo Beach based on SMGB groundwater allocation (including ag conversions), see Table 2 below. The Oceano Community Services District (District) has declined to participate in the Staff Extension Services Contract and thus the total budget for project has been reduced to account for their non- participation. The District intends to contribute to the efforts of the NCMA TG through in-kind contributions of staff time by its General Manager. Table 1. Cost Share – NCMA Staff Extension Services Task Description Split Based on GW Allocation NCMA TG Staff Extension Services $75,840 Agency Cost Share Arroyo Grande $29,578 Grover Beach $31,094 OCSD Pismo Beach $15,168 Table 2. Groundwater Allocation Calculations Initial Groundwater Allocation (AFY) Ag Conversion Credits (AFY) Current Groundwater Allocation (AFY) Fraction of Groundwater Allocation Arroyo Grande 1,202 121 1,323 0.39 Grover Beach 1,198 209 1,407 0.41 Pismo Beach 700 700 0.20 Total 3,100 3,430 1 Item 9.f. - Page 13 We appreciate this opportunity to be of service, and look forward to supporting your ongoing efforts. If you have any questions or would like to discuss this amendment, please call Jeff at (805) 457-8833, ext. 101 or Dan at ext. 104. Sincerely, Water Systems Consulting, Inc. Daniel Heimel, P.E., M.S. Project Manager Item 9.f. - Page 14 AGREEMENT FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES THIS AGREEMENT, is made and effective as of September 13, 2016, between GSI WATER SOLUTIONS, INC. (“Consultant”), and the CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE, a Municipal Corporation (“City”). In consideration of the mutual covenants and conditions set forth herein, the parties agree as follows: 1.TERM This Agreement shall commence on September 14, 2016 and shall remain and continue in effect until September 14, 2017, unless sooner terminated pursuant to the provisions of this Agreement. 2.SERVICES Consultant shall perform the tasks described and comply with all terms and provisions set forth in Exhibit “A,” attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. 3.PERFORMANCE Consultant shall at all times faithfully, competently and to the best of his/her ability, experience and talent, perform all tasks described herein. Consultant shall employ, at a minimum generally accepted standards and practices utilized by persons engaged in providing similar services as are required of Consultant hereunder in meeting its obligations under this Agreement. 4.AGREEMENT ADMINISTRATION City’s Public Works Director shall represent City in all matters pertaining to the administration of this Agreement. Principal Consultant shall represent Consultant in all matters pertaining to the administration of this Agreement. 5.PAYMENT The City agrees to pay the Consultant in accordance with the payment rates and terms set forth in Exhibit “B,” attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. 6.SUSPENSION OR TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT WITHOUT CAUSE (a) The City may at any time, for any reason, with or without cause, suspend or terminate this Agreement, or any portion hereof, by serving upon the Consultant at least ten (10) days prior written notice. Upon receipt of said notice, the Consultant shall immediately cease all work under this Agreement, unless the notice provides otherwise. If the City suspends or terminates a portion of this Agreement such suspension or termination shall not make void or invalidate the remainder of this Agreement. Page 1 ATTACHMENT 2 Item 9.f. - Page 15 (b) In the event this Agreement is terminated pursuant to this Section, the City shall pay to Consultant the actual value of the work performed up to the time of termination, provided that the work performed is of value to the City. Upon termination of the Agreement pursuant to this Section, the Consultant will submit an invoice to the City pursuant to Section 5. 7. TERMINATION ON OCCURRENCE OF STATED EVENTS This Agreement shall terminate automatically on the occurrence of any of the following events: (a) Bankruptcy or insolvency of any party; (b) Sale of Consultant’s business; or (c) Assignment of this Agreement by Consultant without the consent of City. (d) End of the Agreement term specified in Section 1. 8. DEFAULT OF CONSULTANT (a) The Consultant’s failure to comply with the provisions of this Agreement shall constitute a default. In the event that Consultant is in default for cause under the terms of this Agreement, City shall have no obligation or duty to continue compensating Consultant for any work performed after the date of default and can terminate this Agreement immediately by written notice to the Consultant. If such failure by the Consultant to make progress in the performance of work hereunder arises out of causes beyond the Consultant’s control, and without fault or negligence of the Consultant, it shall not be considered a default. (b) If the City Manager or his/her delegate determines that the Consultant is in default in the performance of any of the terms or conditions of this Agreement, he/she shall cause to be served upon the Consultant a written notice of the default. The Consultant shall have ten (10) days after service upon it of said notice in which to cure the default by rendering a satisfactory performance. In the event that the Consultant fails to cure its default within such period of time, the City shall have the right, notwithstanding any other provision of this Agreement to terminate this Agreement without further notice and without prejudice to any other remedy to which it may be entitled at law, in equity or under this Agreement. 9. LAWS TO BE OBSERVED. Consultant shall: (a) Procure all permits and licenses, pay all charges and fees, and give all notices which may be necessary and incidental to the due and lawful prosecution of the services to be performed by Consultant under this Agreement; (b) Keep itself fully informed of all existing and proposed federal, state and local laws, ordinances, regulations, orders, and decrees which may affect those engaged or employed under this Agreement, any materials used in Consultant’s Page 2 Item 9.f. - Page 16 performance under this Agreement, or the conduct of the services under this Agreement; (c) At all times observe and comply with, and cause all of its employees to observe and comply with all of said laws, ordinances, regulations, orders, and decrees mentioned above; (d) Immediately report to the City’s Contract Manager in writing any discrepancy or inconsistency it discovers in said laws, ordinances, regulations, orders, and decrees mentioned above in relation to any plans, drawings, specifications, or provisions of this Agreement. (e) The City, and its officers, agents and employees, shall not be liable at law or in equity occasioned by failure of the Consultant to comply with this Section. 10. OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS (a) Consultant shall maintain complete and accurate records with respect to sales, costs, expenses, receipts, and other such information required by City that relate to the performance of services under this Agreement. Consultant shall maintain adequate records of services provided in sufficient detail to permit an evaluation of services. All such records shall be maintained in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and shall be clearly identified and readily accessible. Consultant shall provide free access to the representatives of City or its designees at reasonable times to such books and records; shall give City the right to examine and audit said books and records; shall permit City to make transcripts therefrom as necessary; and shall allow inspection of all work, data, documents, proceedings, and activities related to this Agreement. Such records, together with supporting documents, shall be maintained for a period of three (3) years after receipt of final payment. (b) Upon completion of, or in the event of termination or suspension of this Agreement, all original documents, designs, drawings, maps, models, computer files, surveys, notes, and other documents prepared in the course of providing the services to be performed pursuant to this Agreement shall become the sole property of the City and may be used, reused, or otherwise disposed of by the City without the permission of the Consultant. With respect to computer files, Consultant shall make available to the City, at the Consultant’s office and upon reasonable written request by the City, the necessary computer software and hardware for purposes of accessing, compiling, transferring, and printing computer files. 11. INDEMNIFICATION (a) Indemnification for Professional Liability. When the law establishes a professional standard of care for Consultant’s Services, to the fullest extent permitted by law, Consultant shall indemnify, protect, defend and hold harmless City and any and all of its officials, employees and agents (“Indemnified Parties”) from and against any and Page 3 Item 9.f. - Page 17 all losses, liabilities, damages, costs and expenses, including attorney’s fees and costs to the extent same are caused in whole or in part by any negligent or wrongful act, error or omission of Consultant, its officers, agents, employees or subcontractors or any entity or individual that Consultant shall bear the legal liability thereof) in the performance of professional services under this agreement. (b) Indemnification for Other Than Professional Liability. Other than in the performance of professional services and to the full extent permitted by law, Consultant shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless City, and any and all of its employees, officials and agents from and against any liability (including liability for claims, suits, actions, arbitration proceedings, administrative proceedings, regulatory proceedings, losses, expenses or costs of any kind, whether actual, alleged or threatened, including attorneys fees and costs, court costs, interest, defense costs, and expert witness fees), where the same arise out of, are a consequence of, or are in any way attributable to, in whole or in part, the performance of this Agreement by Consultant or by any individual or entity for which Consultant is legally liable, including but not limited to officers, agents, employees or subcontractors of Consultant. (c) General Indemnification Provisions. Consultant agrees to obtain executed indemnity agreements with provisions identical to those set forth here in this section from each and every subcontractor or any other person or entity involved by, for, with or on behalf of Consultant in the performance of this agreement. In the event Consultant fails to obtain such indemnity obligations from others as required here, Consultant agrees to be fully responsible according to the terms of this section. Failure of City to monitor compliance with these requirements imposes no additional obligations on City and will in no way act as a waiver of any rights hereunder. This obligation to indemnify and defend City as set forth here is binding on the successors, assigns or heirs of Consultant and shall survive the termination of this agreement or this section. (d) Indemnification for Design Professional Services. Notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, to the fullest extent permitted by law for all design professional services arising under this Agreement, Consultant shall indemnify, protect, defend and hold harmless District and any and all of its officials, employees and agents (“Indemnified Parties”) from and against any and all losses, liabilities, damages, costs and expenses, including attorney’s fees and costs which arise out of, pertain to, or relate to the negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct of the Consultant. 12. INSURANCE Consultant shall maintain prior to the beginning of and for the duration of this Agreement insurance coverage as specified in Exhibit “C,” attached hereto and incorporated herein as though set forth in full. Page 4 Item 9.f. - Page 18 13. INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT (a) Consultant is and shall at all times remain as to the City a wholly independent Consultant. The personnel performing the services under this Agreement on behalf of Consultant shall at all times be under Consultant’s exclusive direction and control. Neither City nor any of its officers, employees, or agents shall have control over the conduct of Consultant or any of Consultant’s officers, employees, or agents, except as set forth in this Agreement. Consultant shall not at any time or in any manner represent that it or any of its officers, employees, or agents are in any manner officers, employees, or agents of the City. Consultant shall not incur or have the power to incur any debt, obligation, or liability whatever against City, or bind City in any manner. (b) No employee benefits shall be available to Consultant in connection with performance of this Agreement. Except for the fees paid to Consultant as provided in the Agreement, City shall not pay salaries, wages, or other compensation to Consultant for performing services hereunder for City. City shall not be liable for compensation or indemnification to Consultant for injury or sickness arising out of performing services hereunder. 14. UNDUE INFLUENCE Consultant declares and warrants that no undue influence or pressure was or is used against or in concert with any officer or employee of the City of Arroyo Grande in connection with the award, terms or implementation of this Agreement, including any method of coercion, confidential financial arrangement, or financial inducement. No officer or employee of the City of Arroyo Grande will receive compensation, directly or indirectly, from Consultant, or from any officer, employee or agent of Consultant, in connection with the award of this Agreement or any work to be conducted as a result of this Agreement. Violation of this Section shall be a material breach of this Agreement entitling the City to any and all remedies at law or in equity. 15. NO BENEFIT TO ARISE TO LOCAL EMPLOYEES No member, officer, or employee of City, or their designees or agents, and no public official who exercises authority over or responsibilities with respect to the project during his/her tenure or for one year thereafter, shall have any interest, direct or indirect, in any agreement or sub-agreement, or the proceeds thereof, for work to be performed in connection with the project performed under this Agreement. 16. RELEASE OF INFORMATION/CONFLICTS OF INTEREST (a) All information gained by Consultant in performance of this Agreement shall be considered confidential and shall not be released by Consultant without City’s prior written authorization. Consultant, its officers, employees, agents, or subcontractors, shall not without written authorization from the City Manager or unless requested by the City Attorney, voluntarily provide declarations, letters of support, testimony at Page 5 Item 9.f. - Page 19 depositions, response to interrogatories, or other information concerning the work performed under this Agreement or relating to any project or property located within the City. Response to a subpoena or court order shall not be considered “voluntary” provided Consultant gives City notice of such court order or subpoena. (b) Consultant shall promptly notify City should Consultant, its officers, employees, agents, or subcontractors be served with any summons, complaint, subpoena, notice of deposition, request for documents, interrogatories, request for admissions, or other discovery request, court order, or subpoena from any person or party regarding this Agreement and the work performed thereunder or with respect to any project or property located within the City. City retains the right, but has no obligation, to represent Consultant and/or be present at any deposition, hearing, or similar proceeding. Consultant agrees to cooperate fully with City and to provide the opportunity to review any response to discovery requests provided by Consultant. However, City’s right to review any such response does not imply or mean the right by City to control, direct, or rewrite said response. 17. NOTICES Any notice which either party may desire to give to the other party under this Agreement must be in writing and may be given either by (i) personal service, (ii) delivery by a reputable document delivery service, such as but not limited to, Federal Express, which provides a receipt showing date and time of delivery, or (iii) mailing in the United States Mail, certified mail, postage prepaid, return receipt requested, addressed to the address of the party as set forth below or at any other address as that party may later designate by notice: To City: City of Arroyo Grande Geoff English, Public Works Director 300 E. Branch Street Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 To Consultant: GSI Water Solutions, Inc. Paul Sorensen, Principal Consultant 5855 Capistrano Avenue, Suite C Atascadero, CA 93422 18. ASSIGNMENT The Consultant shall not assign the performance of this Agreement, nor any part thereof, without the prior written consent of the City. Page 6 Item 9.f. - Page 20 19. GOVERNING LAW The City and Consultant understand and agree that the laws of the State of California shall govern the rights, obligations, duties, and liabilities of the parties to this Agreement and also govern the interpretation of this Agreement. Any litigation concerning this Agreement shall take place in the superior or federal district court with jurisdiction over the City of Arroyo Grande. 20. ENTIRE AGREEMENT This Agreement contains the entire understanding between the parties relating to the obligations of the parties described in this Agreement. All prior or contemporaneous agreements, understandings, representations, and statements, or written, are merged into this Agreement and shall be of no further force or effect. Each party is entering into this Agreement based solely upon the representations set forth herein and upon each party’s own independent investigation of any and all facts such party deems material. 21. TIME City and Consultant agree that time is of the essence in this Agreement. 22. CONTENTS OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL AND PROPOSAL Consultant is bound by the contents of the City’s Request for Proposal, Exhibit “D,” attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference, and the contents of the proposal submitted by the Consultant, Exhibit “E,” attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. In the event of conflict, the requirements of the Request for Proposals or this Agreement shall take precedence over those contained in the Consultant’s proposal. 23. CONSTRUCTION The parties agree that each has had an opportunity to have their counsel review this Agreement and that any rule of construction to the effect that ambiguities are to be resolved against the drafting party shall not apply in the interpretation of this Agreement or any amendments or exhibits thereto. The captions of the sections are for convenience and reference only, and are not intended to be construed to define or limit the provisions to which they relate. 24. AMENDMENTS Amendments to this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be made only with the mutual written consent of all of the parties to this Agreement. Page 7 Item 9.f. - Page 21 25. AUTHORITY TO EXECUTE THIS AGREEMENT The person or persons executing this Agreement on behalf of Consultant warrants and represents that he/she has the authority to execute this Agreement on behalf of the Consultant and has the authority to bind Consultant to the performance of its obligations hereunder. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be executed the day and year first above written. CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE GSI WATER SOLUTIONS, INC. By:__________________________ By:____________________________ Jim Hill, Mayor Its:____________________________ Attest: (Title) ____________________________ Kelly Wetmore, City Clerk Approved As To Form: _____________________________ Heather Whitham, City Attorney Page 8 Item 9.f. - Page 22 EXHIBIT A SCOPE OF WORK Preparation of the Northern Cities Management Area (NCMA) 2016 Annual Report as presented in the Scope of Work set forth in the Request for Proposals and Consultant’s Proposal attached as Exhibit E to this Agreement. Page 9 Item 9.f. - Page 23 EXHIBIT B PAYMENT SCHEDULE Consultant will be paid in accordance with the Fee Proposal contained in Consultant’s Proposal. Services will be provided on a time and material basis with the below estimates and not-to-exceed amounts. 2016 NCMA Annual Report Task 1.1: Groundwater Monitoring and Report Schedule $ 690 Task 1.2: Meetings 22,019 Task 1.3: Groundwater Monitoring and Water Quality Sampling 65,947 Task 1.4: Groundwater Data Analysis 14,990 Task 1.5: Hydrologic Data Compilation 10,491 Task 1.6: Water Demand and Availability Analysis 14,006 Task 1.7: Annual Report Preparation 26,979 Task 1.8: SGMA Report Preparation and Submittal 10,340 Subtotal: $ 165,462 Technical Contingency Supplemental Sampling and other Technical assistance $ 16,500 Subtotal: $ 16,500 Total: $ 181,962 Arroyo Grande $ 56,408 Grover Beach 58,228 Oceano CSD 38,112 Pismo Beach 29,114 Total $181,962 Page 10 Item 9.f. - Page 24 EXHIBIT C INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS Prior to the beginning of and throughout the duration of the Work, Consultant will maintain insurance in conformance with the requirements set forth below. Consultant will use existing coverage to comply with these requirements. If that existing coverage does not meet the requirements set forth here, Consultant agrees to amend, supplement or endorse the existing coverage to do so. Consultant acknowledges that the insurance coverage and policy limits set forth in this section constitute the minimum amount of coverage required. Any insurance proceeds available to City in excess of the limits and coverage required in this agreement and which is applicable to a given loss, will be available to City. Consultant shall provide the following types and amounts of insurance: Commercial General Liability Insurance using Insurance Services Office “Commercial General Liability” policy from CG 00 01 or the exact equivalent. Defense costs must be paid in addition to limits. There shall be no cross liability exclusion for claims or suits by one insured against another. Limits are subject to review but in no event less than $1,000,000 per occurrence. Business Auto Coverage on ISO Business Auto Coverage from CA 00 01 including symbol 1 (Any Auto) or the exact equivalent. Limits are subject to review, but in no event to be less than $1,000,000 per accident. If Consultant owns no vehicles, this requirement may be satisfied by a non-owned auto endorsement to the general liability policy described above. If Consultant or Consultant’s employees will use personal autos in any way on this project, Consultant shall provide evidence of personal auto liability coverage for each such person. Workers Compensation on a state-approved policy form providing statutory benefits as required by law with employer’s liability limits no less than $1,000,000 per accident or disease. Excess or Umbrella Liability Insurance (Over Primary) if used to meet limit requirements, shall provide coverage at least as broad as specified for the underlying coverages. Any such coverage provided under an umbrella liability policy shall include a drop down provision providing primary coverage above a maximum $25,000 self- insured retention for liability not covered by primary but covered by the umbrella. Coverage shall be provided on a “pay on behalf” basis, with defense costs payable in addition to policy limits. Policy shall contain a provision obligating insurer at the time insured’s liability is determined, not requiring actual payment by the insured first. There shall be no cross liability exclusion precluding coverage for claims or suits by one insured against another. Coverage shall be applicable to City for injury to employees of Consultant, subContractors or others involved in the Work. The scope of coverage Page 11 Item 9.f. - Page 25 provided is subject to approval of City following receipt of proof of insurance as required herein. Limits are subject to review but in no event less than $1,000,000 per occurrence. Professional Liability or Errors and Omissions Insurance as appropriate shall be written on a policy form coverage specifically designated to protect against acts, errors or omissions of the Consultant and “Covered Professional Services” as designated in the policy must specifically include work performed under this agreement. The policy limit shall be no less than $1,000,000 per claim and in the aggregate. The policy must “pay on behalf of” the insured and must include a provision establishing the insurer’s duty to defend. The policy retroactive date shall be on or before the effective date of this agreement. Insurance procured pursuant to these requirements shall be written by insurer that are admitted carriers in the state California and with an A.M. Bests rating of A- or better and a minimum financial size VII. General conditions pertaining to provision of insurance coverage by Consultant. Consultant and City agree to the following with respect to insurance provided by Consultant: 1. Consultant agrees to have its insurer endorse the third party general liability coverage required herein to include as additional insureds City, its officials employees and agents, using standard ISO endorsement No. CG 2010 with an edition prior to 1992. Consultant also agrees to require all Consultants, and subContractors to do likewise. 2. No liability insurance coverage provided to comply with this Agreement shall prohibit Consultant, or Consultant’s employees, or agents, from waiving the right of subrogation prior to a loss. Consultant agrees to waive subrogation rights against City regardless of the applicability of any insurance proceeds, and to require all Consultants and subContractors to do likewise. 3. All insurance coverage and limits provided by Consultant and available or applicable to this agreement are intended to apply to the full extent of the policies. Nothing contained in this Agreement or any other agreement relating to the City or its operations limits the application of such insurance coverage. 4. None of the coverages required herein will be in compliance with these requirements if they include any limiting endorsement of any kind that has not been first submitted to City and approved of in writing. 5. No liability policy shall contain any provision or definition that would serve to eliminate so-called “third party action over” claims, including any exclusion for bodily injury to an employee of the insured or of any Consultant or subcontractor. Page 12 Item 9.f. - Page 26 6. All coverage types and limits required are subject to approval, modification and additional requirements by the City, as the need arises. Consultant shall not make any reductions in scope of coverage (e.g. elimination of contractual liability or reduction of discovery period) that may affect City’s protection without City’s prior written consent. 7. Proof of compliance with these insurance requirements, consisting of certificates of insurance evidencing all of the coverages required and an additional insured endorsement to Consultant’s general liability policy, shall be delivered to City at or prior to the execution of this Agreement. In the event such proof of any insurance is not delivered as required, or in the event such insurance is canceled at any time and no replacement coverage is provided, City has the right, but not the duty, to obtain any insurance it deems necessary to protect its interests under this or any other agreement and to pay the premium. Any premium so paid by City shall be charged to and promptly paid by Consultant or deducted from sums due Consultant, at City option. 8. Certificate(s) are to reflect that the insurer will provide 30 days notice to City of any cancellation of coverage. Consultant agrees to require its insurer to modify such certificates to delete any exculpatory wording stating that failure of the insurer to mail written notice of cancellation imposes no obligation, or that any party will “endeavor” (as opposed to being required) to comply with the requirements of the certificate. 9. It is acknowledged by the parties of this agreement that all insurance coverage required to be provided by Consultant or any subContractor, is intended to apply first and on a primary, noncontributing basis in relation to any other insurance or self insurance available to City. 10. Consultant agrees to ensure that subContractors, and any other party involved with the project who is brought onto or involved in the project by Consultant, provide the same minimum insurance coverage required of Consultant. Consultant agrees to monitor and review all such coverage and assumes all responsibility for ensuring that such coverage is provided in conformity with the requirements of this section. Consultant agrees that upon request, all agreements with subContractors and others engaged in the project will be submitted to City for review. 11. Consultant agrees not to self-insure or to use any self-insured retentions or deductibles on any portion of the insurance required herein and further agrees that it will not allow any Consultant, subContractor, Architect, Engineer or other entity or person in any way involved in the performance of work on the project contemplated by this agreement to self-insure its obligations to City. If Consultant’s existing coverage includes a deductible or self-insured retention, the deductible or self-insured retention must be declared to the City. At the time the City shall review options with the Consultant, which may include reduction or elimination of the deductible or self-insured retention, substitution of other coverage, or other solutions. Page 13 Item 9.f. - Page 27 12. The City reserves the right at any time during the term of the contract to change the amounts and types of insurance required by giving the Consultant ninety (90) days advance written notice of such change. If such change results in substantial additional cost to the Consultant, the City will negotiate additional compensation proportional to the increase benefit to City. 13. For purposes of applying insurance coverage only, this Agreement will be deemed to have been executed immediately upon any party hereto taking any steps that can be deemed to be in furtherance of or towards performance of this Agreement. 14. Consultant acknowledges and agrees that any actual or alleged failure on the part of City to inform Consultant of non-compliance with any insurance requirements in no way imposes any additional obligations on City nor does it waive any rights hereunder in this or any other regard. 15. Consultant will renew the required coverage annually as long as City, or its employees or agents face an exposure from operations of any type pursuant to this agreement. This obligation applies whether or not the agreement is canceled or terminated for any reason. Termination of this obligation is not effective until City executes a written statement to that effect. 16. Consultant shall provide proof that policies of insurance required herein expiring during the term of this Agreement have been renewed or replaced with other policies providing at least the same coverage. Proof that such coverage has been ordered shall be submitted prior to expiration. A coverage binder or letter from Consultant’s insurance agent to this effect is acceptable. A certificate of insurance and/or additional insured endorsement as required in these specifications applicable to the renewing or new coverage must be provided to City within five days of the expiration of the coverages. 17. The provisions of any workers’ compensation or similar act will not limit the obligations of Consultant under this agreement. Consultant expressly agrees not to use any statutory immunity defenses under such laws with respect to City, its employees, officials and agents. 18. Requirements of specific coverage features or limits contained in this section are not intended as limitations on coverage, limits or other requirements nor as a waiver of any coverage normally provided by any given policy. Specific reference to a given coverage feature is for purposes of clarification only as it pertains to a given issue, and is not intended by any party or insured to be limiting or all-inclusive. 19. These insurance requirements are intended to be separate and distinct from any other provision in this agreement and are intended by the parties here to be interpreted as such. Page 14 Item 9.f. - Page 28 20. The requirements in this Section supersede all other sections and provisions of this Agreement to the extent that any other section or provision conflicts with or impairs the provisions of this Section. 21. Consultant agrees to be responsible for ensuring that no contract used by any party involved in any way with the project reserves the right to charge City or Consultant for the cost of additional insurance coverage required by this agreement. Any such provisions are to be deleted with reference to City. It is not the intent of City to reimburse any third party for the cost of complying with these requirements. There shall be no recourse against City for payment of premiums or other amounts with respect thereto. 22. Consultant agrees to provide immediate notice to City of any claim or loss against Consultant arising out of the work performed under this agreement. City assumes no obligation or liability by such notice, but has the right (but not the duty) to monitor the handling of any such claim or claims if they are likely to involve City. Page 15 Item 9.f. - Page 29 EXHIBIT D CITY’S REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL Page 16 Item 9.f. - Page 30 Page 17 Item 9.f. - Page 31 Page 18 Item 9.f. - Page 32 Page 19 Item 9.f. - Page 33 Page 20 Item 9.f. - Page 34 Page 21 Item 9.f. - Page 35 Page 22 Item 9.f. - Page 36 Page 23 Item 9.f. - Page 37 Page 24 Item 9.f. - Page 38 Page 25 Item 9.f. - Page 39 Page 26 Item 9.f. - Page 40 Page 27 Item 9.f. - Page 41 Page 28 Item 9.f. - Page 42 Page 29 Item 9.f. - Page 43 Page 30 Item 9.f. - Page 44 Page 31 Item 9.f. - Page 45 Page 32 Item 9.f. - Page 46 Page 33 Item 9.f. - Page 47 Page 34 Item 9.f. - Page 48 Page 35 Item 9.f. - Page 49 JULY 2016 2016 Annual Report Proposal for the Northern Cities Management Area Submitted by: GSI Water Solutions, Inc. 5855 Capistrano Ave., Suite C Atascadero, CA 93422 www.gsiws.com 805.895.3956 EXHIBIT E Item 9.f. - Page 50 30% Post-Consumer Recycled Content Item 9.f. - Page 51 GSI Water Solutions, Inc. July 29, 2016 Daniel Heimel, PE Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group c/o Water Systems Consulting, Inc. 3765 South Higuera Street, Suite 102 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 RE: Request for Proposals – Northern Cities Management Area 2016 Annual Report Dear Mr. Heimel, GSI Water Solutions, Inc. (GSI), is pleased to submit this proposal to the Northern Cities Management Area (NCMA) Technical Group (TG) for the preparation of the NCMA 2016 Annual Report. Thorough and accurate annual reporting is essential to meeting the terms of the adjudication of the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin, specifically the 2005 Stipulation requirements. GSI offers the continuity of expertise and personnel to make this happen: The key GSI personnel assigned to this project include Paul Sorensen and Tim Nicely, the two primary experts at Fugro Consultants who performed this work on behalf of the NCMA for the past 3 years. Having recently joined GSI, Paul and Tim look forward to continuing their work for and relationship with the NCMA TG. Paul and Tim will again partner with Sam Schaefer at GEI Consultants, Inc. (GEI), to ensure continuity with the same comprehensive team. We will use BC Laboratories, an Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program (ELAP)-certified analytical testing laboratory, to conduct the water quality analyses. The GSI team—consisting of GSI and GEI—has the proven ability to deliver high-quality data and analysis to fully satisfy the legal requirements in the related judgments. We offer: •In-depth local, relevant experience •Thorough knowledge of the NCMA and other areas of the adjudicated basin •A comprehensive understanding of local water supply issues •A proven history of meeting the reporting requirements of adjudicated basins •Experience developing integrated groundwater/surface water management plans, and assessing and managing seawater intrusion •A complete understanding of the NCMA TG’s objectives This proposal focuses on the scope of work needed to complete quarterly monitoring of the NCMA sentry wells and prepare the 2016 Annual Report. Item 9.f. - Page 52 GSI Water Solutions, Inc. In addition to satisfying the primary requirements of the 2005 Stipulation, the Annual Report and associated quarterly monitoring reports support the TG’s ongoing objective of effective water resources management. The information these reports provide will support ongoing collaborative efforts with the Nipomo Mesa Management Group to develop a conceptual model of the northern portion of the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin focusing on the NCMA and Nipomo Mesa Management Area. We look forward to discussing this proposal with you. Sincerely, GSI Water Solutions, Inc. Paul Sorensen, PG, CHG, CEG Principal Consultant 805.979.3088 psorensen@gsiws.com Tim Nicely, PG, CHG Supervising Hydrogeologist 805.979.3084 tnicely@gsiws.com Item 9.f. - Page 53 1 Section 1Cover LetterFirm Background About GSI GSI Water Solutions, Inc. (GSI), was founded in 2000 as a specialized hydrogeology consulting firm. Today, we provide innovative solutions to groundwater, environmental contamination, and water resource problems for clients across California and the Pacific Northwest. We are an employee-owned S corporation with offices in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara, California, and Portland, Corvallis, and Bend, Oregon. Our hydrogeologists, geologists, and hydrologists are experts in helping our clients manage their groundwater resources. GSI is well-known for the quality and caliber of our work, as evidenced by the amount of repeat business we get from our existing clients. Our experts have worked with the following municipalities and water districts along the Central Coast, among others: Quick Facts: GSI Water Solutions, Inc. Type of Organization Employee-owned S corporation Size 50 employees Locations •San Luis Obispo, CA •Santa Barbara, CA •Portland, OR •Corvallis, OR •Bend, OR Groundwater Specialties Groundwater management, groundwater monitoring and reporting, groundwater supply development, well design, groundwater modeling, aquifer storage and recovery (ASR), well rehabilitation, wellhead protection, and Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) support •City of Arroyo Grande •City of Pismo Beach •Oceano Community Services District •San Luis Obispo Flood Control and Water Conservation District •Nipomo Community Services District •Templeton Community Services District •City of Morro Bay •City of Paso Robles •Cambria Community Services District •Tehachapi-Cummings County Water District •Kaweah Delta Water Conservation District •Calleguas Municipal Water District •Goleta Water District •Santa Ynez River Water Conservation District •Fox Canyon Groundwater Management Agency •Ventura County •City of Santa Barbara •Yerba Buena Water Company •Valencia Water Company Item 9.f. - Page 54 2 About GEI For this project, we will again team with GEI Consultants, Inc. (GEI). GEI’s services include comprehensive monitoring and assessments for groundwater basin characterization, groundwater banking, conjunctive water use management, and control of seawater intrusion. GEI provides a broad range of technical services and investigations—from evaluation of small isolated groundwater basins to characterization of large regional groundwater basins, and from locating individual wells to design of wellfields. The company maintains specialized professional services in agricultural water resource planning, engineering, and management and serves as watermaster in the San Gabriel Groundwater Basin. Through its science-based approach, GEI has earned a reputation for delivering high-quality work products. GEI has served several clients in the Central Coast, San Luis Obispo area. Project Team NCMA Technical Group GSI Project Manager Paul Sorensen Communication and Meetings Paul Sorensen Field Data Collection Tim Nicely Brian Franz Water Quality Analysis BC Laboratories Hydrologic and Water Use Data Collection QA/QC and Data Analysis Tim Nicely Samuel Schaefer Data Management Tim Nicely Report Preparation Paul Sorensen Tim Nicely Sam Schaefer Item 9.f. - Page 55 3 Section 2Individual Qualifications and Experience For this project, we are pleased to present the following team of experts to provide the Northern Cities Management Area (NCMA) Technical Group (TG) with a continuity of personnel and consistency in work quality. Key Team Members Paul Sorensen, PG, CHG, CEG Principal Consultant at GSI Paul has more than 30 years of experience managing projects related to hydrogeology and geology with specific expertise in groundwater supply, basin analysis, and water resource management. His technical expertise includes regional groundwater basin analyses, perennial yield and basin-wide water balance calculations, groundwater quality studies, aquifer test analyses, and water well and monitoring well design and construction. Paul will manage all phases of the project, present quarterly monitoring reports and the court-mandated Annual Report to the NCMA TG, collaborate in data interpretation, and be responsible for meeting all project deadlines. Project Role: Project Manager Experience: 30+ years California Professional Registrations: • Professional Geologist • Certified Hydrogeologist • Certified Engineering Geologist Tim Nicely, PG, CHG Supervising Hydrogeologist at GSI Tim has helped clients throughout California for 17 years. His expertise includes groundwater supply, groundwater basin analysis, and water resource management. Tim’s experience includes analyzing regional groundwater basins and groundwater quality studies, assessing seawater intrusion, calculating perennial yield and basin water balance components, and designing pumping tests and analyzing data. Tim will be responsible for satisfying all technical requirements and making recommendations to the NCMA TG. He also will provide quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) of quarterly monitoring reports and the draft and final Annual Reports. Project Role: Technical Lead Experience: 17 years California Professional Registrations: • Professional Geologist • Certified Hydrogeologist Sam Schaefer, PE Senior Engineer at GEI Sam has more than 30 years of experience in agricultural, urban, and environmental water resources projects. His expertise includes managing an integrated regional water management plan (IRWMP), developing regional water supply and conjunctive use projects from conception through construction, and securing grant funding. Sam will be responsible for collection and analysis of hydrologic and water use data, including cropping and agricultural water use, and the water supply and recycling sections of the Annual Report. Project Role: Project Engineer Experience: 30+ years California Professional Registrations: • Professional Engineer Brian Franz Project Hydrogeologist at GSI Brian’s work experience and expertise include groundwater sampling, data analysis, well drilling oversight, conducting field efforts, and reporting. For this project, Brian will support field work and data collection efforts, manage entry of data into the project data management systems, and provide technical analysis of groundwater and supply/use data to evaluate change in storage and other key groundwater parameters, including risk of seawater intrusion. Project Role: Field Work and Data Manager Experience: 3 years Item 9.f. - Page 56 4 Recent Related Projects Local knowledge and experience working in the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin (SMGB) are essential to providing efficient data analysis and reporting. Our key team members have performed numerous investigations throughout this high-priority basin for almost 20 years. Paul Sorensen and Tim Nicely have unparalleled experience in the basin and extensive knowledge of aquifer conditions, water elevation trends, and basin issues. Likewise, Sam Schaefer has been supporting the Annual Report preparation since 2010. Paul, Tim, and Sam have a long history of partnership on successful projects in the County of San Luis Obispo. The following projects are representative examples of Paul and Tim’s work in the SMGB: Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group | Annual Report Preparation For the past 3 years, Paul and Tim have had the primary responsibility for performing this work on behalf of the NCMA TG, with Paul acting as lead contact with the TG and principal author of the Annual Reports, and Tim performing the field work, data collection and analysis, and data management. In collaboration with GEI (Sam Schaefer), we have effectively and efficiently worked together for the past 6 years to deliver comprehensive data analysis and reporting on behalf of the NCMA TG. Throughout this time, Sam has provided the calculations and results for agricultural applied water demands within the NCMA and supported the team in all aspects related to data analysis, agricultural water demand, and management activities. Throughout the contract period, we have actively participated in the ongoing efforts by the TG to protect and enhance NCMA members’ respective water supply portfolios. The project included participation in monthly TG meetings, quarterly water level and water quality monitoring of the sentry well system, database preparation, geographic information system (GIS)-based data management, and preparation of quarterly monitoring reports and the Annual Report. San Luis Obispo Flood Control and Water Conservation District | Santa Maria Groundwater Basin Characterization Study Paul was the project manager and Tim provided key technical assistance for the SMGB characterization effort that provides a foundation for future SGMA reporting, development of a numerical model, and preparation of a Salt and Nutrient Management Plan. The work effort included preparation of geologic cross sections, performance of aquifer tests, streamflow infiltration analysis, enhanced recharge area investigations, assessment of seawater intrusion potential, and transducer installation in seawater intrusion sentry wells. The study was an important component of the IRWMP update, and represents the most detailed and extensive data compilation of water well information and assessment of aquifer conditions of the basin. The GSI team has been working in the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin for nearly 20 years. We have worked with many clients in the basin, including: •County of San Luis Obispo •City of Pismo Beach •City of Arroyo Grande •Oceano Community Services District •Nipomo Community Services District Contract amount: $125,000 to $144,000 per year Completion date: 2016 (for the 2015 Annual Report) Client contact: Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group c/o Dan Heimel, PE Water Systems Consulting, Inc. (WSC) 805.457.8833, ext. 104 Contract amount: $203,000 Completion date: 2015 Client contact: Ray Dienzo Water Resources Program Manager County of San Luis Obispo, Public Works Dept. 805.788.2110 Item 9.f. - Page 57 5 Nipomo Community Services District (CSD) | Various Investigations Before their work with the NCMA TG, Paul was the project manager and Tim provided key technical assistance for more than 15 separate projects for the Nipomo CSD. These projects were related to both water supply issues and the wastewater treatment facility, and the relationships of the facilities to the underlying Nipomo Mesa portion of the SMGB. All of the projects involved identifying key indicator wells to measure and assess the water elevation conditions of the basin, compiling water level data, and preparing long-term water elevation history graphics. San Luis Obispo Flood Control and Water Conservation District | Groundwater Basin Key Well Index Analysis As the responsible agency for programs such as the California Statewide Groundwater Elevation Monitoring (CASGEM) and SGMA compliance, the County of San Luis Obispo Public Works Department started this project in the summer of 2016 to establish a representative well index for each of the County’s five medium- or high-priority basins, including the SMGB. Paul is managing the effort on behalf of GSI to: •Evaluate the County’s water elevation monitoring program •Establish data collection criteria and analytical techniques to be used to understand and present the groundwater conditions and changes in groundwater supplies •Document and effectively communicate information related to aquifer conditions and threats to groundwater supplies. The result of the work will be to select key representative wells within each basin, including the SMGB, that can efficiently represent the relative health of each basin without compromising the confidentiality of the well owners. Contract amount: Varied by project Completion date: Multiple projects from 2008–2011 Client contact: Peter Sevcik, PE District Engineer Nipomo Community Services District 805.929.1133 Contract amount: $48,000 Completion date: Ongoing; scheduled for completion December 2016 Client contact: Ray Dienzo Water Resources Program Manager County of San Luis Obispo, Public Works Dept. 805.788.2110 Item 9.f. - Page 58 6 Before recently joining GSI, Paul and Tim worked extensively throughout the County of San Luis Obispo and continue this work at GSI. The following is an example of a project and client relationship similar to NCMA’s Annual Report project: Templeton CSD | Water Supply and Development Projects Paul acts as District hydrogeologist and is involved in all water supply evaluation and development projects for the CSD. Investigations include evaluation of the presence and distribution of Salinas River underflow to identify the District’s legal rights to groundwater, identification and development of supplemental municipal water supplies, feasibility investigations of riparian water rights, and design and construction management of new groundwater production wells. GEI also has significant experience in the San Luis Obispo area, including projects for the NCMA, County of San Luis Obispo, City of Paso Robles, Nipomo CSD, and Central Coast Water Authority. The following is an example of Sam Schaefer’s work for GEI: Coachella Valley Water District | Coachella Valley Salt and Nutrient Management Plan — Agricultural Modeling of Salt and Nutrients GEI, as a subconsultant to MWH Americas, Inc. (now Stantec), worked to develop a Salt and Nutrient Management Plan for the District. In the Coachella Valley, salt is the most widespread constituent of concern in terms of its effect on soil and source water supplies. GEI helped to develop a soil moisture model to account for 73 crop categories, including double and triple cropping practices. Using high-resolution crop inventory data, agricultural water demands were developed on a parcel-by-parcel basis taking into account each parcel’s location relative to the various sources of water supply and the method(s) of irrigation. This effort resulted in the ability to estimate, calibrate, and forecast concentrations of salt and nitrogen for the underlying groundwater aquifer system. Contract amount: $50,000–$100,000/year; $1.2 million since 1996 Completion date: Ongoing Client contact: Jeff Briltz General Manager Templeton CSD 805.434.4900 Contract amount: $34,000 (subcontract) Completion date: 2015 Client contact: Vince Faraone, PE Project Manager and Water/ Wastewater Engineer MWH Americas, Inc. (now Stantec) 979.328.2411 Item 9.f. - Page 59 7 Section 3Statement of Understanding and Scope of Work Statement of Understanding The NCMA is one of three management areas in the adjudicated SMGB. It is subject to several agreements and orders, including a Settlement Agreement (2002), Settlement Stipulation (2005), and Judgment After Trial (2008). One of the obligations of the 2005 Stipulation requires the NCMA to produce an Annual Report. Per the stipulation, the report must summarize results of the NCMA’s groundwater monitoring program, document changes in groundwater supplies, and identify threats to the groundwater resource. The report also must include a tabulation of area-wide water demand by documenting the availability and use of imported water, return flow entitlement and use, availability and use of other developed water, and groundwater extractions. For the past 3 years, Paul Sorensen and Tim Nicely took the lead roles as employees of Fugro Consultants to carry out the NCMA Annual Report projects. Now that Paul and Tim are both at GSI, they intend to continue those roles on behalf of the NCMA TG. The seamless transition from Fugro to GSI will bring a familiarity and efficiency to the process that allows us to hit the ground running to continue our established procedures for gathering and managing data, preparing the quarterly monitoring reports and Annual Reports, and providing technical expertise to the TG. At the same time, the GSI team is committed to continue to look for ways to improve data collection and analysis, and will engage the TG regularly to ensure the ongoing collection and reporting of meaningful data. Conflict of Interest No member of the GSI team represents any party in the adjudication of the SMGB. There is no conflict of interest. Approach to Project Management The GSI team will provide the same approach to project management that the NCMA TG has come to expect during the past 3 years. In approaching this project, we apply our combined understanding of the tasks, extensive experience working in the region, unmatched technical expertise, and awareness of the broader context of water supply and environmental protection needs. To ensure project success, GSI will provide: •High-caliber local expertise. Paul Sorensen and Tim Nicely are registered professional geologists and certified hydrogeologists in California, and have extensive local expertise. They will oversee and provide technical oversight for the collection of high-quality, reliable monitoring data. Together with Sam Schaefer, they will evaluate the acquired data and develop conclusions and recommendations based on their expertise and local knowledge. •Timely results. We will work with the same ELAP-certified laboratory we used in the past to analyze water quality samples in a timely manner. •Quality control. We stake our reputation on the quality of our work. We rely on rigorous QA/QC procedures, including principal-level oversight and approval of all work products, to ensure meaningful and accurate data collection and reporting. •Data protection. Just as we have in the past, our key team members will use our existing systems to store and backup data to prevent against unforeseen circumstances. Item 9.f. - Page 60 8 The GSI team understands the importance of the thorough preparation and on-time delivery of the Annual Report. Given the depth of our team, we are confident that we are able to commit resources to accomplish all tasks in a timely manner and deliver accurate data and a meaningful analysis that meet the NCMA TG’s needs. GSI’s proven project management approach is built on clear and frequent communication with our clients. As such, the team will maintain close communications with the NCMA project manager through regular calls and check-ins. We have been fortunate to develop a close working relationship with Dan Heimel, the NCMA staff extension project manager at WSC, and fully intend to continue that rapport to maximize the benefit to the TG. Should any issues arise, we will bring them to the NCMA project manager’s attention and focus on finding an expedient solution. Scope of Work We developed the following scope of work based on the requirements in the 2016 Request for Proposals (RFP), as well as our experience preparing the Annual Reports and associated quarterly monitoring reports since 2010. Additionally, we are drawing on our work in other areas of the SMGB and our years of experience conducting similar work for our clients. Throughout the task descriptions below, we have indicated areas we believe will help to improve upon the current methods of data collection, analysis, and reporting. Task 1.1: NCMA Groundwater Monitoring and Report Schedule The GSI team will provide a detailed schedule that outlines all tasks, groundwater monitoring activities, anticipated meetings, and report preparation efforts. Per the RFP, we will provide this schedule within 14 days of being awarded the contract. We have included a general schedule later in this proposal; a final schedule will be based on the notice to proceed (NTP). Task 1.2: Meetings The NCMA TG holds monthly meetings to share data and results and foster collaboration. Paul Sorensen, GSI’s project manager, will participate in the regularly scheduled meetings. He also will participate in the SMGB Management Area Technical Subcommittee Meetings and the NCMA Annual Draft Report Meetings, as well as any other coordination meetings. As needed, Paul will work with the NCMA project manager to prepare agenda items, assist with meeting summaries, and follow up on action items. Tim Nicely, Sam Schaefer, and Brian Franz will participate in various meetings throughout the year, when specifically beneficial to the project. We will include a proposed list of meeting attendees in the schedule prepared in Task 1.1; we will adjust this list as specific meeting agendas are established. Task 1.3: NCMA Groundwater Monitoring and Water Quality Sampling The NCMA is responsible for the collection of groundwater level measurements and water quality information. To assist with this, the GSI team will complete four rounds of water level monitoring and water quality testing. The monitoring and testing will occur quarterly (October 2016, January 2017, April 2017, and July 2017) in coordination with the County of San Luis Obispo’s semiannual groundwater monitoring cycle and the NCMA municipalities’ historical groundwater monitoring schedule. Paul Sorensen and Tim Nicely have conducted this work for the past 6 years and are thoroughly familiar with the process and procedures (and, perhaps more importantly, the potential pitfalls). During each sampling event, we will collect groundwater depth measurements in accordance with American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard D4750-87, and groundwater water quality samples in accordance with ASTM standard D4448-1. We will use a variety of methods including Item 9.f. - Page 61 9 low-flow methods in the case of the Oceano CSD monitoring wells. For each quarterly sampling event, field personnel will: •Coordinate with BC Laboratories for delivery of sample bottles and arrange for a courier to ensure timely delivery of the samples to the laboratory. •Collect synoptic field measurements of depth to water (in accordance with ASTM Standard D4750- 87) from all 16 wells including: ▫32S/12E-24B01 through -24B03 (North Beach Campground) ▫32S/13E-30F01 through -30F03 (Highway 1) ▫32S/13E-30N01 through -30N03 (Pier Avenue) ▫12N/23W-36L01 and -36L02 (Oceano Dunes) ▫Three Oceano CSD monitoring wells and Oceano CSD Well No. 8 ▫12N/35W-32C3 (County Monitoring Well #3) •Collect representative water samples from each of the 16 monitoring wells at 6 sites for the constituents listed in the RFP. We will conduct sampling events, as we have done previously. The project hydrogeologist will perform the sampling of the 16 wells using a combination of ISCO-type peristaltic pumps and a Grundfos RediFlo2 electric submersible pump as appropriate for each well. Each well will be purged in accordance with ASTM D4448-1 until field-measured water quality parameters stabilize and clear water is available. Then we will collect samples in containers with appropriate preservatives, place them in iced coolers immediately following collection, and maintain them at the appropriate temperature for transportation to BC Laboratories. We will complete chain-of-custody documentation for all samples. As part of our standard QA/QC procedures, the project and principal hydrogeologists will review data collected from the field and laboratory reports. We will red-flag and address any data not in compliance with ASTM standards for accuracy or reliability, and collect new data as necessary. We will enter all data that satisfies our rigorous QA/QC procedures in the NCMA groundwater database. The data also will be evaluated by the rest of the GSI team (as discussed in Task 1.4) and compiled into a quarterly monitoring report for submittal to the TG. Sensors that measure pressure (water level), temperature, and electrical conductivity were installed in several wells by our team, including: •32S/12E-24B03 •32S/13E-30F03 •32S/13E-30N02 •12N/23W-36L01 •12N/23W-36L02 •12N/35W-32C03 Data from the transducers will be downloaded during quarterly monitoring. The transducers will be calibrated and maintained as needed, the data compensated for atmospheric pressure variation, and then referenced to the project elevation model. These data will be subjected to QA/QC procedures, then entered in the NCMA database. Task 1.4: NCMA Groundwater Data Analysis GSI team members will follow the same exhaustive procedures and methodologies for data analysis that we have performed for the past 6 years. We will compile and review all data from quarterly groundwater measurements and laboratory analysis, as well as any applicable data collected by the County of San Luis Obispo. We also will collect and compile any data available from the NCMA municipalities related to groundwater levels, well production, and water quality. The data will be evaluated and indications of potential hazards (such as well interference, water quality degradation, and seawater intrusion) will be identified. We will interpret data from continuous monitors and discuss influences such as tidal fluctuations, storm surges, floods, or nearby pumping. We also will calculate and provide historical context of the Deep Well Index. Item 9.f. - Page 62 10 We will continue the recently initiated collaborative efforts with the Nipomo Mesa Management Area (NMMA) TG to use basin-wide water level data to generate hydrographs and contour maps for the Annual Report displaying spring and fall conditions. Representative plots of historical water quality time- series data for key constituents will be generated at wells with adequate control to show changes over time in mineral concentrations for those constituents, with special attention paid to deep coastal wells. The water quality data will be compiled, analyzed, and presented in various ways (time concentration plots, Schoeller diagrams, Piper diagrams, and, if appropriate, trilinear diagrams). We will summarize all of the data and document the analysis in the quarterly monitoring report sent to the NCMA TG within 5 weeks of the end of each quarterly monitoring event, and all of the data for the calendar year 2016 will be summarized in the Annual Report. Task 1.5: Hydrologic Data Compilation Several sets of hydrologic data are essential for preparation of the Annual Report. We will use the methodology that we modified and adopted in 2015, which improved our understanding of and confidence in the rainfall and evapotranspiration data, and which subsequently improved our ability to calculate an estimated agricultural irrigation demand. Although we have been working on these Annual Reports for many years, we continue to look for ways to improve upon our data sources and methodology to create better or more efficient analysis. If we identify areas of improvement, we will consult with the NCMA project manager and either incorporate those improvements directly in our work or suggest the changes for subsequent Annual Reports, as appropriate. Task 1.6: NCMA Water Demand and Availability Analysis We will prepare a detailed analysis of water demand and availability within the NCMA. The data collection and analysis methodologies will be sufficient to determine land and water uses in the NCMA, sources of supply to meet those uses, groundwater availability, the amount and disposition of developed water supplies, and the amount and disposition of any other water supply sources within the NCMA. The approach and tabulation of results will be included in the Annual Report. For preparation of the 2016 Annual Report, we intend to generally follow the established method that we have developed during the past several years for the NCMA monitoring program. In 2016, however (for the 2015 Annual Report), we modified the approach to calculate applied irrigation for agricultural demand by developing a rigorous model using the Integrated Water Flow Model Demand Calculator (IDC). We believe that this methodology is much more representative of actual conditions because it accounts for specific climate conditions for the given year, soil properties specific to the area of interest, and the resulting spatial variation in evapotranspiration. The NCMA has three major sources of water supply: • Lopez Reservoir. All four municipalities in the NCMA receive water from Lopez Reservoir. We will compile data on the volume of the reservoir deliveries for each municipality and enter the data into the NCMA database. • State Water Project (SWP). The City of Pismo Beach and Oceano CSD receive water from the SWP (although the City of Arroyo Grande is exploring the possibility of obtaining SWP water on an emergency basis). Data on the volume of water delivered to these municipalities will be compiled in the NCMA database. Estimates of SWP annual allocations for long-term contractors will be obtained from the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) Web site on SWP analysis and water deliveries (www.swpao.water.ca.gov/deliveries). • Groundwater. NCMA records groundwater pumping data by location and volume. Non-urban domestic and agricultural groundwater pumping is estimated. These data will be compiled in the NCMA database. Other sources of recharge into the SMGB include stormwater recharge ponds operated by the Item 9.f. - Page 63 11 municipalities that are not currently measured and entered into the NCMA database. Threats to Water Supply Identified threats to NCMA’s water supply include statewide and local drought, reduction in amounts or reliability of SWP deliveries, the declining volume of water in Lopez Reservoir caused by drought, and seawater intrusion. Several factors can affect availability and quality of water supplies. To understand the threats, we will track several factors and incorporate the potential threats, as appropriate: •Local environmental issues (such as the ongoing work related to the Arroyo Grande Creek Habitat Conservation Plan) •Groundwater production and potential overpumping in the NMMA, with resultant implications of subsurface inflow into the NCMA •Phased importation of supplemental supplies into the NMMA •Land use changes In addition, we will identify other processes that may provide more specificity to factors such as climate change. Task 1.7: 2016 NCMA Annual Report Preparation Our first task related to the Annual Report preparation will be to prepare a schedule that details the monitoring events, meetings, report drafts, and final report submittal (as described in Task 1.1 of this proposal). This schedule will be submitted to the TG within 14 days of being awarded the contract. Within 6 weeks of the NTP, we will prepare a draft outline of the 2016 Annual Report and submit it to the NCMA TG and the water rights counsel. As is described in more detail below, we recently modified the report format and outline and, after garnering feedback from the TG, likely will use the general outline and format of the 2015 Annual Report. Building off of our experience during the past 6 years, GSI team members will prepare an Administrative Draft Annual Report for the NCMA TG. The report will be based on data collected and analysis performed as described above, on other data that may become available, and on ongoing discussions with the NCMA TG and the NCMA project manager. The general organization of the report was modified for the 2015 Annual Report to present a more orderly report outline and flow, and was met with approval by members of the TG. The general outline of the Annual Report is expected to be: Executive Summary Introduction Basin Description Groundwater Conditions Groundwater Monitoring Network Groundwater Levels Water Quality Water Supply and Demand Water Supply Water Demand Comparison of Water Supply v. Water Demand Threats to Water Supply Management Activities As a result of the new SGMA legislation, a new component to the Annual Report this year is the requirement to calculate a change in groundwater storage. There are several methodologies that can be used to make this calculation, but all are dependent on a reasonably accurate assessment of specific yield and storativity of the aquifer materials. We will develop a recommended approach to the calculations, discuss it with the NCMA project manager and the TG, and incorporate the calculations into the Annual Report, most likely in the Groundwater Conditions section. We recognize that other related information may be important to the NCMA TG, and we will incorporate additional information as appropriate. We will send an electronic copy of the Administrative Draft Annual Report to the NCMA municipalities and water rights counsel a minimum of 12 weeks before the submittal date of the final report. All comments on this draft report will be recorded in a Comment/ Response Log and incorporated into the final Annual Report. GSI will send a draft Annual Report via e-mail to the NCMA TG 5 weeks before the submittal date of the final Annual Report. As with the Administrative Draft Annual Report, we will compile all comments on this draft report in a Comment/Response Log and incorporate them into the final Annual Report. Item 9.f. - Page 64 12 Before April 28, 2017, we will deliver an electronic copy of the final 2016 Annual Report to the NCMA TG and the water rights counsel. The water rights counsel then will be responsible for submitting the Annual Report to the Court. GSI also will prepare a minimum of 10 bound copies of the final Annual Report. Two copies will be delivered to the water rights counsel and two copies will be delivered to each of the NCMA members. Additional copies will be produced for possible distribution to some of the agricultural representatives, upon request. Task 1.8: SGMA Report Preparation and Submittal New this year are the obligations to submit an online report and attendant data pursuant to the requirements of SGMA, including much of the data already compiled for the Annual Report. As discussed earlier, the most significant impact that this new requirement has on the normal NCMA reporting process is the need to calculate change in groundwater in storage. Additionally, the deadline for SGMA reporting is April 1 of each year, or a full month earlier than the deadline to submit the 2016 Annual Report. We will take into account the SGMA reporting deadline while compiling and analyzing the Annual Report data. This likely means that the entire Annual Report schedule will be moved up slightly, but that will be evaluated fully before submittal of the project schedule to the TG. We are familiar with the SGMA reporting process and template on the DWR Web site, and have been involved with several online submittals to DWR. Item 9.f. - Page 65 13 Section 4Schedule Meeting the NCMA’s schedule is a top priority for the GSI team. We have done so for the past 3 years without missing any of the deadlines, and we fully intend to continue that punctuality as we move forward. We will adhere strictly to the schedule outlined in the RFP through close management of the team and communication and coordination with the NCMA project manager, NCMA members, and the County of San Luis Obispo. Should any schedule deviation occur, the GSI team will address it immediately and convey a solution to the NCMA project manager. A general schedule is outlined below. We will provide a more detailed schedule of all tasks, anticipated meetings, and report preparation efforts within 14 days of the NTP, and we will prepare and submit a detailed report outline within 6 weeks of the NTP. Event Milestone/Work Product Anticipated Date(s) Notice to Proceed September 9, 2016 TG Meetings Monthly, every 2nd Monday Submittal to TG Committee Detailed project schedule →September 23, 2016 Submittal to TG Committee Detailed draft report outline →October 21, 2016 Groundwater Monitoring and Sampling Events Data collection Q4 report → → October 11-13, 2016 November 17, 2016 Data collection Q1 report → → January 10-12, 2017 February 16, 2017 Data collection Q2 report → → April 11-13, 2017 May 18, 2017 Data collection Q3 report → → July 11-13, 2017 August 17, 2017 NMMA and SMVWA coordination 4 meetings →TBD Draft Water Level Contour Maps to TG April 2016 and October 2016 water level contour maps →January 6, 2017 Administrative Draft Annual Report Admin Draft Annual Report to TG and water rights counsel →February 3, 2017 Comments back from TG →February 24, 2017 Draft Annual Report Draft Annual Report to TG Comments back from TG → → March 17, 2017 March 31, 2017 SGMA Report Submit online SGMA report to DWR →April 1, 2017 Final Annual Report Final Annual Report submitted to TG and water rights counsel →April 28, 2017 Item 9.f. - Page 66 14 Section 5Fee Proposal We will provide the services described above on a time and materials basis, with a not-to-exceed amount of $165,462. The proposed fee for the 2016 Annual Report was based on the fee for the 2015 Annual Report project, plus the additional work scope outlined in this year's RFP. The bulk of the increase represents the additional effort required to calculate the change in storage volumes (in Task 1.4), the additional collaboration with the NMMA TG that is likely necessary for preparation of the water level contour maps, and the new SGMA reporting requirements (Task 1.8). These work efforts have not been part of past project efforts. The following tables provide a cost breakdown by task, as well as details about associated expenses and the hourly rates and estimated hours for each team member. Further detail about our proposed fee is available upon request. Description Labor Hours Labor Costs Expenses SubtotalGSI GEI Task 1.1: Groundwater Monitoring and Report Schedule 3 $690 --$690 Task 1.2: Meetings 92 $18,240 $2,653 $1,125 $22,019 Task 1.3: Groundwater Monitoring and Water Quality Sampling 280 $38,660 -$27,287 $65,947 Task 1.4: Groundwater Data Analysis 82 $14,990 --$14,990 Task 1.5: Hydrologic Data Compilation 50 $4,300 $6,191 -$10,491 Task 1.6: Water Demand and Availability Analysis 66 $8,700 $5,306 -$14,006 Task 1.7: Annual Report Preparation 140 $24,960 $1,769 $250 $26,979 Task 1.8: SGMA Report Preparation and Submittal 56 $10,340 --$10,340 Subtotal 769 $120,880 $15,919 $28,663 $165,462 Expense Details Per Task Task Expenses Rate Quantity Total Task 1.2 Mileage $0.54/mile 2,084 $1,125 Task 1.3 Water Quality Analysis $4,488/event 4 $19,747 (includes 10% markup) Truck $150/day 12 $1,800 Generator and Pump Rental $800/event 4 $3,520 (includes 10% markup) Field Crew per diem $185/day 12 $2,220 Total Task 1.3:$27,287 Task 1.7 Report Production --$250 Note: No other tasks have associated expenses. Item 9.f. - Page 67 15 Optional Task: Preparation of the 2017-2020 NCMA Annual Reports The GSI team appreciates the opportunity to provide groundwater monitoring, water quality analysis, preparation of quarterly monitoring reports, preparation of the Annual Report, and submittal of the SGMA reporting requirements to DWR, as well as provide technical support services for the preparation of the 2017- 2020 Annual Reports. We propose to use the approach outlined in Tasks 1.1 through 1.8 above. We will review each specific task description with the NCMA project manager and the TG in June of each subsequent year, so as to incorporate any changes that would improve the quality of the evaluations or the efficiency of the process. For planning purposes, we expect the level of effort in subsequent years will be roughly equivalent to the current effort proposed for the 2016 Annual Report, plus any nominal cost-of-living increase as reflected in our fee schedule. We estimate that our fee to prepare the 2017 Annual Report will be $170,426, which represents a 3 percent fee increase. Labor Classification Rate Total Estimated Labor Hours Project Manager (Paul Sorensen)$230 184 Project Engineer (Sam Schaefer, GEI – rate includes 10% markup)$221 72 Supervising Hydrogeologist (Tim Nicely)$190 235 Staff Hydrogeologist (Brian Franz)$125 220 Sr. CADD Drafter and Designer $120 36 Technical Editing; Administrative Staff $95 22 Item 9.f. - Page 68 Appendix ACover LetterResumes Paul Sorensen Tim Nicely Sam Schaefer Brian Franz Item 9.f. - Page 69 Paul Sorensen, PG, CEG, CHG Principal Consultant ©2016 GSI Water Solutions, Inc. www.gsiws.com psorensen@gsiws.com 805.895.3956 EDUCATION MA, Geology, University of California, Santa Barbara BS, Geological Sciences, University of Washington PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS Professional Geologist: California Certified Engineering Geologist: California Certified Hydrogeologist: California DISTINGUISHING QUALIFICATIONS Expertise in western U.S. water resource issues: supply, quality, and management Expertise in assessment of groundwater basin yield, water quality, natural recharge, and sustainability Experience in well design, construction, and maintenance Experience in groundwater exploration, development, and management Expertise in basin-wide numerical modeling Paul has more than 30 years of experience managing projects related to hydrogeology and geology with specific expertise in groundwater supply, basin analysis, and water resource management. His technical expertise includes regional groundwater basin analyses, perennial yield and basin-wide water balance calculations, groundwater quality studies, aquifer test analyses, and water well and monitoring well design and construction. With his expertise in groundwater basin analysis and characterization, and participation in the early implementation of California’s Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA), Paul plays a key role on GSI’s SGMA team. REPRESENTATIVE PROJECTS Annual Report Preparation, Northern Cities Management Area (NCMA) Technical Group, Santa Maria Groundwater Basin, County of San Luis Obispo, California. For the past 6 years, Paul has managed the technical efforts to prepare the annual reports for the NCMA, acting as lead contact with the Technical Group and principal author of the annual reports. The project included participation in monthly Technical Group meetings, quarterly water level and water quality monitoring of the sentry well system, database preparation, geographic information system (GIS)-based data management, and preparation of quarterly monitoring reports and annual reporting required by the Superior Court as a result of the Santa Maria Basin litigation solution. Characterization and Planning Activities, Santa Maria Groundwater Basin, San Luis Obispo Flood Control and Water Conservation District, County of San Luis Obispo, California. Paul was project principal for the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin Characterization (SMBC) effort that will provide a foundation for future development of a Salt and Nutrient Management Plan and a groundwater model. The first two tasks summarized available hydrogeologic studies and databases previously developed. The third task was the basin characterization that includes: analysis of geologic cross sections, aquifer tests, streamflow infiltration, enhanced recharge areas, seawater intrusion, and transducer installation in seawater intrusion sentry wells. The SMBC project is an important component of the Integrated Regional Water Management (IRWM) Plan Update. The SMBC includes the NCMA and Nipomo Mesa Management Area, and a limited assessment of the Santa Maria Valley Area to demonstrate its hydrogeologic relationships with the Nipomo Mesa. Groundwater Basin Key Well Index Analysis, Public Works Department, County of San Luis Obispo, California. As the responsible agency for programs such as the California Statewide Groundwater Elevation Monitoring (CASGEM) and the SGMA, the County’s Public Works Department is working to establish a representative well index for each of the County’s five medium- or high-priority basins. Paul is managing the effort on behalf of GSI to evaluate the County’s water elevation monitoring program, establish data collection criteria and analytical techniques to be used to understand and present the groundwater conditions and changes in groundwater supplies, and document and effectively communicate information related to aquifer conditions and threats to groundwater supplies. The result of the work will be to select key representative wells within each basin that can efficiently represent the relative health of each basin, without compromising the confidentiality of the well owners. Groundwater Sustainability Agency (GSA) Formation, Templeton CSD, Atascadero Mutual Water Company (AMWC), Atascadero, California. Paul is providing the key technical analyses and support to create a GSA, formally define the basin boundaries and management area, and prepare a Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP). The work includes developing the geologic and hydrogeologic framework and justification for the agency boundaries, compiling and calculating the hydrologic budget (basin water balance), working with the adjacent basin interests to develop a collaborative management strategy across the basin boundary, and working with the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) to ensure a compelling, defensible GSP. Groundwater Sustainability Planning and Support, Malaga County Water District (CWD), Fresno, Fresno County, California. Working as support staff for Malaga CWD, Paul and the GSI SGMA team are providing technical expertise to assist the CWD in its stakeholder role in the North Kings GSA. The work includes compilation and analysis of key water production data, water use, aquifer conditions, land use, return flows, natural recharge, and all other components of the aquifer water budget. Paul and the GSI team also support the CWD to provide review capability to ensure that the data are interpreted accurately within the context of the larger GSA. Item 9.f. - Page 70 Paul Sorensen, PG, CEG, CHG Principal Consultant ©2016 GSI Water Solutions, Inc. www.gsiws.com psorensen@gsiws.com 805.895.3956 Basin Modification Application Request, Templeton CSD, AMWC, San Luis Obispo, California. Paul directed a detailed geologic and hydrogeologic investigation to formally define the boundaries of a groundwater basin through extensive geologic and hydrogeologic mapping and analysis and well log review. Using GIS applications, and working with DWR in advance of the issuance of the Basin Boundary Revisions regulations, he prepared a technical report and maps to formally modify and redefine the DWR Bulletin 118 basin boundaries and worked with the clients to submit the request to DWR. Paso Robles Groundwater Basin Study, San Luis Obispo Flood Control and Water Conservation District, Paso Robles, County of San Luis Obispo, California. Paul managed the efforts to conduct a basin analysis, safe yield study, numerical modeling, and simulation of potential basin-wide buildout scenarios of the Paso Robles Groundwater Basin. The project included compilation and collection of an extensive database of water wells and water quality analyses, characterization of aquifer conditions, definition of the lateral and vertical extent of the basin, and basin definition. Pumping test data were analyzed to ascertain aquifer characteristics, water level data compiled, water level and change in water level contour maps were prepared, and aquifer storage volumes and change in storage volumes were calculated. A hydrologic budget (water balance) for the basin was calculated using both change in storage method and inventory method, and the perennial yield was calculated. Development of the numerical model refined the calculated perennial yield figure and simulated the impacts to the basin from several potential buildout scenarios. Staff Extension Services and Various Investigations, Templeton CSD, Templeton, County of San Luis Obispo, California. As district hydrogeologist, Paul is involved in all water supply evaluation and development projects for the CSD. Investigations include evaluation of presence and distribution of Salinas River underflow to identify the CSD’s legal rights to groundwater; groundwater flow modeling and calculation of basin yield; feasibility investigations of riparian water supplies; and design and construction management of new groundwater production wells. Staff Extension Services and Various Investigations, Bear Valley CSD, Tehachapi, Kern County, California. Paul has a long-term relationship with the CSD, as its contract geologist. His work has included the analysis of production and water quality history of a 25-well production wellfield to provide options for increasing supplies; a feasibility analysis, conceptual design, water rights evaluation, and implementation of an inter-basin water transfer agreement; an alluvial basin safe yield analysis; recharge pond feasibility investigations; well rehabilitation; alluvial basin nitrate contamination investigation; and new well design and construction. Groundwater Recharge, Water Supply Enhancement, and Effluent Disposal, City of Morro Bay, County of San Luis Obispo, California. Paul directed a detailed aquifer characterization and basin-wide investigation to evaluate the potential to develop an effluent disposal program and groundwater recharge program in Morro Valley with a primary intention to enhance the City’s water supply. The project included compilation of well logs throughout the valley, development of numerous detailed cross sections, cone penetrometer and hollow-stem auger drilling, and laboratory testing of samples to characterize the valley alluvium system and assess the potential for active disposal of effluent. Water Bank Analysis, AECOM, on behalf of California DWR, Kern County, California. Working with AECOM and DWR personnel, Paul provided key hydrogeologic analysis, support, and groundwater modeling review services of an environmental review of the Kern Water Bank operations, in response to litigation associated with the Monterey Agreement Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (EIR). The work involved reviewing and analyzing the past water bank operations and water balance, formally reviewing the two primary numerical groundwater flow models that were developed by others to simulate water bank operations and impacts, simulating “with” and “without” project impacts, and writing technical sections of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) document. Item 9.f. - Page 71 Tim Nicely, PG, CHG Supervising Hydrogeologist ©2016 GSI Water Solutions, Inc. www.gsiws.com tnicely@gsiws.com 805.895.3956 EDUCATION BS, Soil Science, California Polytechnic State University PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS Professional Geologist: California Certified Hydrogeologist: California SAFETY TRAINING OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER DISTINGUISHING QUALIFICATIONS Expertise in water resource management Expertise in assessment of groundwater basin yield, water quality, natural recharge, and sustainability Experience in well design, construction oversight, and maintenance Experience in groundwater monitoring and developing groundwater models Experience conducting desalination feasibility studies Tim has more than 17 years of experience working with clients throughout California to manage valuable water resources. His expertise includes all aspects of hydrogeology and geology, specifically related to groundwater supply, groundwater basin analysis, and water resource management. Tim’s experience includes managing and strategizing projects related to analyzing regional groundwater basins and groundwater quality studies; assessing seawater intrusion, desalination intake options, and surface water/groundwater studies; calculating perennial yield and basin water balance components; designing and overseeing construction of wellfields and monitoring wells; designing pumping tests and analyzing data; evaluating aquifer recharge options; and groundwater modeling. REPRESENTATIVE PROJECTS Annual Report Preparation, Northern Cities Management Area (NCMA) Technical Group, Santa Maria Groundwater Basin, County of San Luis Obispo, California. For the past 6 years, Tim has managed the technical data collection tasks related to preparation of the annual reports for the NCMA (composed of the Cities of Pismo Beach, Arroyo Grande, and Grover Beach, and the Oceano Community Services District [CSD]). Tim has managed and had primary responsibility for data collection, water level, and water quality sampling of the key sentry wells in the area; database management; and data presentation for the preparation of quarterly and annual reporting required by the Superior Court as a result of the Santa Maria Basin litigation solution. Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) Development, Fox Canyon Groundwater Management Agency (FCGMA), Ventura County, California. Tim is a key member of the team that is preparing GSPs for four basins in Ventura County. Tasks include developing the hydrogeologic baseline for each basin, establishing objectives, and ultimately creating plans that are practical, adopted by stakeholders, and approved by the State of California. This is the first set of GSPs statewide to be developed in response to California’s Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA). The plans will be submitted in 2017. Atascadero Area Subbasin Investigation, Atascadero Mutual Water Company, San Luis Obispo County, California Tim compiled, located, and interpreted thousands of well completion reports, well drillers logs, and fault location databases for the creation of a comprehensive structural model of the Atascadero Area Subbasin. Tim created well location maps, cross section location maps, geologic and hydrogeologic cross sections, water level contour maps, and water level hydrographs to aid in the determination of the degree of connection between the Atascadero Area Subbasin and the Paso Robles Groundwater Basin. Santa Maria Groundwater Basin Characterization Project, San Luis Obispo Flood Control and Water Conservation District, San Luis Obispo County, California. Tim performed a series of eight multiple-well pumping tests throughout the Northern Cities and Nipomo Mesa areas of southern San Luis Obispo County for the characterization of the groundwater basin in support of a regional groundwater flow model and solute transport model. Groundwater Basin Boundary Modifications, Castaic Lake Water Agency (CLWA), Los Angeles County, California. Tim was part of the GSI team that helped CLWA identify the type and location of groundwater basin boundary adjustments to meet the state’s SGMA regulations for boundary modifications. Tim conducted a hydrogeologic investigation, reviewed existing groundwater management plans, and proposed a modification that would extend the Pleasant Valley Subbasin into the northern portion of the Kern County Subbasin. Wastewater Disposal Feasibility Alternatives Study, City of Morro Bay, County of San Luis Obispo, California. Tim is helping to conduct an evaluation of potential alternatives to the City’s brine disposal pipeline for the disposal of treated effluent to augment the City’s water resource. Potential alternatives include: recharging into upstream infiltration basins; delivering treated effluent to growers in the Morro Valley in exchange for reduced groundwater pumping or for direct sale; injection and recovery at City wells; and injection into a seawater intrusion barrier. Groundwater Monitoring Compliance Projects, Various Clients. Tim manages staff members for the performance of routine groundwater monitoring and reporting for several clients within southern California including collection of groundwater level and quality samples compilation, groundwater contour creation and analysis of water quality data, and preparation of monthly and Item 9.f. - Page 72 Tim Nicely, PG, CHG Supervising Hydrogeologist ©2016 GSI Water Solutions, Inc. www.gsiws.com tnicely@gsiws.com 805.895.3956 PRESENTATIONS “Subsurface Seawater Intake Alternatives for Desalination Facilities in California,” Groundwater Resources Association, 2010. “Hydrogeologic Studies Related to Effluent Disposal for the Expansion of a Proposed Wastewater Treatment Plant, Nipomo, California,” Association of Environmental and Engineering Geologists, 2010. quarterly reports in accordance with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and Municipal Regional Stormwater Permit (MRP) permit requirements. Well No. 9 Evaluation, City of Fillmore, Ventura County, California. Tim conducted a multi- week evaluation of the City’s Well No. 9 to determine the water quality from the well, the presence of high-quality water from shallow versus deep zones, and the current flow rate of the well. He was part of the team that provided oversight of the contractor that installed a temporary pump in the well, ran the pump, conducted dynamic water quality sampling, and performed a brief constant-rate flow test. Tim prepared the final report, which recommended the City provide water treatment at the wellhead because of elevated manganese concentrations found in the well. Ongoing Hydrogeologic Services, Yerba Buena Water Company, Ventura County, California. Tim currently performs all hydrogeologic services for a small water company in Ventura County including installation of a three bedrock water supply wells, groundwater supply management, water level and quality data collection, interpretation, planning, and pumping management. Water Resources Investigation, Kaweah Delta Water Conservation District, Tulare and Kings Counties, California. Since 1999, Tim has created and is currently updating a comprehensive dataset for the analysis and presentation of the district-wide water resources investigation and hydrologic budget for the 340,000-acre District. Tim uses GIS and associated programs for the management, analysis, and presentation of dozens of datasets into a single hydrologic budget database, which includes historical water elevations, surface water flow, land use changes, precipitation, underflow, deep percolation, groundwater elevation contours and differences, and evapotranspiration. Groundwater Flow Investigation, Atascadero Mutual Water Company, Atascadero, County of San Luis Obispo, California. Tim assisted in the development of a groundwater flow and solute transport model to evaluate the local impacts of recharging water from Lake Nacimiento into percolation ponds adjacent to the Salinas River on unconfined and confined groundwater levels. Aquifer Characterization and Safe Yield Analysis, Aera Energy, Los Alamos, Santa Barbara County, California. Tim conducted a groundwater basin safe yield study of an unnamed groundwater basin as part of a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report. The project included compilation of data from water and oil wells throughout the basin, preparation of geologic and hydrogeologic cross sections, groundwater level and storage volume analysis, and development of a hydrologic budget and safe yield for the basin. Groundwater Monitoring and NPDES Compliance, City of Malibu, Los Angeles County, California. Tim served as City Hydrogeologist related to three large, landslide assessment districts, including all aspects of compliance with NPDES reporting requirements: management of monthly groundwater sampling, management of dewatering systems, compilation and analysis of groundwater level and quality data, groundwater contour creation, and preparation of quarterly reports for NPDES compliance. Cambria Desalination Facility Hydrogeology Studies, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Cambria, County of San Luis Obispo, California. As a subcontractor to USACE, Tim performed hydrogeologic feasibility studies of potential sites for a proposed desalination facility. He developed a detailed exploratory program at San Simeon Creek beach to evaluate depth, lithology, and hydrogeologic characteristics of the aquifer to assess feasibility of using beach wells, collector well systems, or slant well seawater intake facilities using an exploratory program of cone penetration test (CPT) soundings and sonic core drilling; and provided technical assistance during the regulatory permitting process. Under Ocean Floor Seawater Intake and Discharge Facility Site Selection Study, Black & Veatch, Long Beach, Los Angeles County, California. Tim performed extensive exploratory drilling and aquifer analyses related to the determination of the local geology and intake capacity of an infiltration gallery on the beach for a proposed seawater intake system in Long Beach. Item 9.f. - Page 73 Samuel W. Schaefer, P.E. Samuel Schaefer is a registered engineer with more than three decades of experience in agricultural, urban, and environmental water resources projects. Mr. Schaefer’s expertise includes managing an integrated regional water management plan (IRWMP), developing regional water supply and conjunctive use projects from conception through construction, and securing grant funding. As a consultant, he has participated in preparing environmental documents, design-build teams, and in construction management. Other experience includes conducting water rights studies, providing litigation support, and preparing reports documenting surface and groundwater conditions. He has expertise in directing multi-disciplinary teams as well as selecting, training, supervising, and evaluating staff. Mr. Schaefer is a dynamic leader with solid technical expertise in managing water infrastructure combined with knowledge of administrative, fiscal, and personnel management principle in public and private sectors as well as managing a family farm operation. RELEVANT PROJECT EXPERIENCE Northern Cities Management Area, Annual Monitoring Reports, Cities of Grover Beach, Arroyo Grande, Pismo Beach, and Oceano Community Services District, CA. Provide agricultural supply and demand for the report submitted annually to the court as part of an adjudication of the Santa Maria basin. Groundwater Assessment for the Santa Maria Valley, Santa Barbara County Salt and Nutrient Planning Workgroup, Santa Barbara County, CA. Completed a Groundwater Assessment report regarding information gathering on agricultural water management practices, summary of nutrient management practices, and preparation of salt and nutrient balance. Hydrologic Inventory of Nipomo Mesa Management Area, Nipomo Community Services District, Nipomo, CA. Provided to an expert witness the urban and agricultural consumptive use values for the hydrologic inventory. Prepared exhibits for expert testimony as part of the Santa Maria Groundwater Litigation. Santa Barbara County Water Agency, Water Supply and Demand Current Uses and Future Estimates, Santa Barbara County, CA. Agricultural water use and demand information for the water supply and water demand assessment. Salt and Nutrient Plan, Coachella Valley Water District. Provided water use and salt loading evaluation for agriculture and golf course land use for input into the Salt and Nutrient Plan for Coachella Valley. EDUCATION M.S., Agricultural Engineering and Water Resources, South Dakota State University B.S., Agricultural Engineering, South Dakota State University REGISTRATION Professional Engineer, CA No. 66337; CO No. 38324 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE More than 30 years DISTINGUISHING QUALIFICATIONS •Facilitate IRWM that has implemented $100M in programs/projects •Long-term planning and implementation interaction with DACs representatives •Public University, Federal Service, and Private Consulting Experience PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS •Board Member of U.S. Committee on Irrigation and Drainage (USCID) •Past Treasurer of Coastal Branch of the Groundwater Resources Association of California (GRA) Item 9.f. - Page 74 Samuel W. Schaefer, P.E., Page 2 Poso Creek Integrated Regional Water Management Plan (IRWMP), Semitropic Water Storage District, Wasco, CA. Project Manager responsible for facilitating and implementing an IRWM Plan for the Poso Creek Group; Semitropic Water Storage District is the lead agency cooperating with neighboring agricultural districts, disadvantaged communities, and stakeholders within the plan's region. The primary goal was to develop a streamlined process for obtaining Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation), State of California Department of Water Resources (DWR) and Kern County Water Agency (KCWA) approval for groundwater banking and exchanges amongst Central Valley Project (CVP) Contractors and Non-CVP Contractors (NCVPC) within the Plan Area. System Optimization Review for the Poso Creek IRWM Plan Region. Directed the study to evaluate non-structural and structural projects for implementation. Developed a “Plan of Action” for the Poso Creek IRWM Plan Region. Developed CEQA and NEPA documents to support 25-year water banking program between six districts with surface supplies from CVP Friant, CVP Delta, SWP, and Kern River contracts. Program and Project Management for Water Districts in Kern County. Complete multi-district facilities with pumping plants and pipelines, canal lining, and recharge basins. The projects require coordination with planning, design, and environmental staff within GEI Offices in Glendale, Bakersfield, and Sacramento. Coordinate with external consulting services as necessary for meeting the client-based deliverables. Federal and State Grant Funding and Construction of Projects. Developed water conveyance and groundwater storage projects, directed teams preparing grant proposals to the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation) and California Department of Water and Natural Resources (DWR). Work resulted in grants totaling over $45 million. Once funded, participated in managing construction of the projects, including completing environmental assessments, preparing civil engineering plan designs and specifications, and meeting and conferring with contractors and a variety of funding agencies issues. Willow Springs Groundwater Bank, Antelope Valley, CA. Preliminary alignment study for 8 miles of 84- inch ID Pipeline from the California Aqueduct to the Willow Springs Water Bank for the CIM Group. Completed in 2015-2016. Assisted with Cost Estimate for Equipping Groundwater Wells, Metering Wells, and Surge Analysis. Assisted with cost estimates to meet program requirement for state and federal drought funding programs. Project management for surge analysis for connecting grower wells into district distribution systems. Agriculture Water Management Plans. Provided Agriculture Water Management Plans to meet DWR’s requirements and the Governor’s Executive Order for Cawelo WD, Semitropic WSD, Wheeler Ridge- Maricopa WSD, and Shafter-Wasco ID. Completed in 2014 with updates for 2015 completed in 2016. Practically Irrigable Area as part of a Native American Water Right Settlement, Lummi Peninsula of Whatcom County, CA. Provided arable land evaluation and crop payment capacity in determination of the PIA. Gunnison Basin Selenium Task Force Support, Gunnison Basin Selenium Task Force, Grand Junction, CO. Technical support to and interaction with a citizen-led task force working to resolve irrigation induced water quality issues in the Upper Colorado River System. Item 9.f. - Page 75 Brian Franz Project Hydrogeologist ©2016 GSI Water Solutions, Inc. www.gsiws.com bfranz@gsiws.com 805.895.3956 EDUCATION MS, Earth Sciences, University of California – San Diego BS, Environmental Systems, University of California – San Diego SAFETY TRAINING OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER First Aid/CPR/AED DISTINGUISHING QUALIFICATIONS Experienced in well siting and drilling oversight Experienced in aquifer testing Knowledgeable about California geology Experienced in field data collection Groundwater sampling and reporting Proficient in Outlook, Excel, Word, Adobe Illustrator, PowerPoint, Sigmaplot, gINT, and AQTESOLV THESIS TOPIC Franz, B.P. 2012. Helium- Carbon Dioxide Systematics in Groundwaters at Mount Lassen Volcano, Northern California. Graduate Thesis, University of California, San Diego. Brian has 4 years of experience working as a hydrogeologist in southern California. His work experience and expertise include groundwater sampling, data analysis, well drilling oversight, conducting field efforts, and reporting. He provides essential support to project managers in our Santa Barbara, California, office. REPRESENTATIVE PROJECTS Groundwater Monitoring and Reporting, Ivanpah Solar Electric Generating Station, Ivanpah Valley, California. Brian organizes and conducts quarterly groundwater sampling in compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements. The groundwater wells provide potable drinking water to the facility’s staff, and water to drive the steam turbines in the centralized solar towers. Additionally, Brian provides data analysis and coordinates the Groundwater Monitoring Annual Report. Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) Well Design and Installation, City of Woodland, California. Brian is providing management of field operations and technical support for the design and installation of two ASR wells, two monitoring wells, and two well abandonments. The objective of the project is to store treated surface water to improve the reliability of summer pumping and the quality of pumped water. Each well is expected to be drilled to approximately 600 feet and will have a recovery capacity of 2 million gallons per day. A future phase of the project will include pilot testing and possible expansion of the ASR program. Well Siting, Design, and Construction, Goleta Water District, Santa Barbara, California. Brian is providing project support for the siting, design, and installation of two municipal production wells. The wells are intended improve the District’s water supply after 4 years of drought. His responsibilities include well site evaluation, hydrogeologic interpretation, well design, contractor coordination, estimation, and contract technical specifications. Feasibility Study, Desalination and Potable Reuse, City of Santa Barbara, California. In response to environmental concerns, the City is conducting a feasibility study of alternative desalination intake technologies and water treatment strategies. Brian is supporting GSI project managers in researching and understanding the local hydrogeology for the feasibility analysis. (Before joining GSI, Brian worked on the following projects.) Crystal Geyser, Olancha, California. Brian conducted hydrogeologic site investigations and monitoring to support the increased production at the client’s bottling facility. His responsibilities included field preparation, contractor oversight, logging boreholes, well installation, global positioning system (GPS) surveying, spring flow monitoring, and groundwater sampling. Brian also assisted in preparing project reports for multiples phases of the project. San Gabriel Valley Superfund Site, Los Angeles, California. Brian performed field operations and oversight in the El Monte Operable Unit of the San Gabriel Valley Superfund Site. Project tasks include mud rotary well installation, well development, aquifer testing, groundwater sampling, and contractor oversight. He created and managed the project tracking schedule to monitor subcontractor and field staff daily activities, analyzed injection testing water level data, and assisted in the preparation and implementation of the 97-005 drinking water permit. Confidential Aerospace Corporation, Van Nuys, California. Brian organized and conducted field operations including soil and groundwater investigations using hollow stem auger, air rotary casing hammer, and direct-push drilling methods. His responsibilities included contractor and site management, overseeing site safety, logging boreholes, soil and groundwater sampling (including Simulprobe®), groundwater and soil vapor well construction, waste management, and permit compliance. Additionally, Brian provided project cost estimation and proposal support for upcoming phases of work that have since been approved. Confidential Aerospace Corporation, Santa Barbara, California. Brian conducted quarterly groundwater sampling investigations, monitored and maintained the permanganate injection system, and conducted indoor air and crawlspace sampling. He oversaw drilling, well installation, and development of monitoring wells with hollow stem auger and direct push drilling methods while collecting soil and groundwater samples. Following the collection of field data, he provided scientific input and review for the creation of a 3-dimensional plume model. Item 9.f. - Page 76 Portland Office 55 SW Yamhill Street Suite 300 Portland, OR 97204 Phone: 503.239.8799 Fax: 503.239.8940 Corvallis Office 1600 SW Western Boulevard Suite 240 Corvallis, OR 97333 Phone: 541.753.0745 Fax: 541.754.4211 Bend Office 147 SW Shevlin Hixon Drive Suite 201 Bend, OR 97702 Phone: 541.678.5117 Santa Barbara Office 418 Chapala Street Suite F Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Phone: 805.895.3956 San Luis Obispo Office 5855 Capistrano Avenue Suite C Atascadero, CA 93101 Phone: 805.979.3088 www.gsiws.com info@gsiws.com Item 9.f. - Page 77 Page 1 AGREEMENT FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES THIS AGREEMENT, is made and effective as of September 13, 2016, between WATER SYSTEMS CONSULTING, INC. (“Consultant”), and the CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE, a Municipal Corporation (“City”). In consideration of the mutual covenants and conditions set forth herein, the parties agree as follows: 1.TERM This Agreement shall commence on September 14, 2016 and shall remain and continue in effect until September 14, 2017, unless sooner terminated pursuant to the provisions of this Agreement. The City shall have the sole option to extend this Agreement up to four years in periods of at least one-year each. If City elects to exercise this option, it shall give written notice not later than three months prior to the initial termination date, or, if an extension has been exercised, three months prior to the extended termination date. The terms and conditions of this Agreement shall be applicable during said extension option unless the parties mutually agree in writing upon any changes. 2.SERVICES Consultant shall perform the tasks described and comply with all terms and provisions set forth in Exhibit “A,” attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. 3.PERFORMANCE Consultant shall at all times faithfully, competently and to the best of his/her ability, experience and talent, perform all tasks described herein. Consultant shall employ, at a minimum generally accepted standards and practices utilized by persons engaged in providing similar services as are required of Consultant hereunder in meeting its obligations under this Agreement. 4.AGREEMENT ADMINISTRATION City’s Public Works Director shall represent City in all matters pertaining to the administration of this Agreement. Principal In Charge shall represent Consultant in all matters pertaining to the administration of this Agreement. 5.PAYMENT The City agrees to pay the Consultant in accordance with the payment rates and terms set forth in Exhibit “B,” attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. ATTACHMENT 3 Item 9.f. - Page 78 Page 2 6. SUSPENSION OR TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT WITHOUT CAUSE (a) The City may at any time, for any reason, with or without cause, suspend or terminate this Agreement, or any portion hereof, by serving upon the Consultant at least ten (10) days prior written notice. Upon receipt of said notice, the Consultant shall immediately cease all work under this Agreement, unless the notice provides otherwise. If the City suspends or terminates a portion of this Agreement such suspension or termination shall not make void or invalidate the remainder of this Agreement. (b) In the event this Agreement is terminated pursuant to this Section, the City shall pay to Consultant the actual value of the work performed up to the time of termination, provided that the work performed is of value to the City. Upon termination of the Agreement pursuant to this Section, the Consultant will submit an invoice to the City pursuant to Section 5. 7. TERMINATION ON OCCURRENCE OF STATED EVENTS This Agreement shall terminate automatically on the occurrence of any of the following events: (a) Bankruptcy or insolvency of any party; (b) Sale of Consultant’s business; or (c) Assignment of this Agreement by Consultant without the consent of City. (d) End of the Agreement term specified in Section 1. 8. DEFAULT OF CONSULTANT (a) The Consultant’s failure to comply with the provisions of this Agreement shall constitute a default. In the event that Consultant is in default for cause under the terms of this Agreement, City shall have no obligation or duty to continue compensating Consultant for any work performed after the date of default and can terminate this Agreement immediately by written notice to the Consultant. If such failure by the Consultant to make progress in the performance of work hereunder arises out of causes beyond the Consultant’s control, and without fault or negligence of the Consultant, it shall not be considered a default. (b) If the City Manager or his/her delegate determines that the Consultant is in default in the performance of any of the terms or conditions of this Agreement, he/she shall cause to be served upon the Consultant a written notice of the default. The Consultant shall have ten (10) days after service upon it of said notice in which to cure the default by rendering a satisfactory performance. In the event that the Consultant fails to cure its default within such period of time, the City shall have the right, notwithstanding any other provision of this Agreement to terminate this Agreement without further notice and without prejudice to any other remedy to which it may be entitled at law, in equity or under this Agreement. Item 9.f. - Page 79 Page 3 9. LAWS TO BE OBSERVED. Consultant shall: (a) Procure all permits and licenses, pay all charges and fees, and give all notices which may be necessary and incidental to the due and lawful prosecution of the services to be performed by Consultant under this Agreement; (b) Keep itself fully informed of all existing and proposed federal, state and local laws, ordinances, regulations, orders, and decrees which may affect those engaged or employed under this Agreement, any materials used in Consultant’s performance under this Agreement, or the conduct of the services under this Agreement; (c) At all times observe and comply with, and cause all of its employees to observe and comply with all of said laws, ordinances, regulations, orders, and decrees mentioned above; (d) Immediately report to the City’s Contract Manager in writing any discrepancy or inconsistency it discovers in said laws, ordinances, regulations, orders, and decrees mentioned above in relation to any plans, drawings, specifications, or provisions of this Agreement. (e) The City, and its officers, agents and employees, shall not be liable at law or in equity occasioned by failure of the Consultant to comply with this Section. 10. OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS (a) Consultant shall maintain complete and accurate records with respect to sales, costs, expenses, receipts, and other such information required by City that relate to the performance of services under this Agreement. Consultant shall maintain adequate records of services provided in sufficient detail to permit an evaluation of services. All such records shall be maintained in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and shall be clearly identified and readily accessible. Consultant shall provide free access to the representatives of City or its designees at reasonable times to such books and records; shall give City the right to examine and audit said books and records; shall permit City to make transcripts therefrom as necessary; and shall allow inspection of all work, data, documents, proceedings, and activities related to this Agreement. Such records, together with supporting documents, shall be maintained for a period of three (3) years after receipt of final payment. (b) Upon completion of, or in the event of termination or suspension of this Agreement, all original documents, designs, drawings, maps, models, computer files, surveys, notes, and other documents prepared in the course of providing the services to be performed pursuant to this Agreement shall become the sole property of the City and may be used, reused, or otherwise disposed of by the City without the permission of the Consultant. With respect to computer files, Consultant shall make available to the City, at the Consultant’s office and upon reasonable written request by the City, the Item 9.f. - Page 80 Page 4 necessary computer software and hardware for purposes of accessing, compiling, transferring, and printing computer files. 11. INDEMNIFICATION (a) Indemnification for Professional Liability. When the law establishes a professional standard of care for Consultant’s Services, to the fullest extent permitted by law, Consultant shall indemnify, protect, defend and hold harmless City and any and all of its officials, employees and agents (“Indemnified Parties”) from and against any and all losses, liabilities, damages, costs and expenses, including attorney’s fees and costs to the extent same are caused in whole or in part by any negligent or wrongful act, error or omission of Consultant, its officers, agents, employees or subcontractors or any entity or individual that Consultant shall bear the legal liability thereof) in the performance of professional services under this agreement. (b) Indemnification for Other Than Professional Liability. Other than in the performance of professional services and to the full extent permitted by law, Consultant shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless City, and any and all of its employees, officials and agents from and against any liability (including liability for claims, suits, actions, arbitration proceedings, administrative proceedings, regulatory proceedings, losses, expenses or costs of any kind, whether actual, alleged or threatened, including attorneys fees and costs, court costs, interest, defense costs, and expert witness fees), where the same arise out of, are a consequence of, or are in any way attributable to, in whole or in part, the performance of this Agreement by Consultant or by any individual or entity for which Consultant is legally liable, including but not limited to officers, agents, employees or subcontractors of Consultant. (c) General Indemnification Provisions. Consultant agrees to obtain executed indemnity agreements with provisions identical to those set forth here in this section from each and every subcontractor or any other person or entity involved by, for, with or on behalf of Consultant in the performance of this agreement. In the event Consultant fails to obtain such indemnity obligations from others as required here, Consultant agrees to be fully responsible according to the terms of this section. Failure of City to monitor compliance with these requirements imposes no additional obligations on City and will in no way act as a waiver of any rights hereunder. This obligation to indemnify and defend City as set forth here is binding on the successors, assigns or heirs of Consultant and shall survive the termination of this agreement or this section. 12. INSURANCE Consultant shall maintain prior to the beginning of and for the duration of this Agreement insurance coverage as specified in Exhibit “C,” attached hereto and incorporated herein as though set forth in full. Item 9.f. - Page 81 Page 5 13. INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT (a) Consultant is and shall at all times remain as to the City a wholly independent Consultant. The personnel performing the services under this Agreement on behalf of Consultant shall at all times be under Consultant’s exclusive direction and control. Neither City nor any of its officers, employees, or agents shall have control over the conduct of Consultant or any of Consultant’s officers, employees, or agents, except as set forth in this Agreement. Consultant shall not at any time or in any manner represent that it or any of its officers, employees, or agents are in any manner officers, employees, or agents of the City. Consultant shall not incur or have the power to incur any debt, obligation, or liability whatever against City, or bind City in any manner. (b) No employee benefits shall be available to Consultant in connection with performance of this Agreement. Except for the fees paid to Consultant as provided in the Agreement, City shall not pay salaries, wages, or other compensation to Consultant for performing services hereunder for City. City shall not be liable for compensation or indemnification to Consultant for injury or sickness arising out of performing services hereunder. 14. UNDUE INFLUENCE Consultant declares and warrants that no undue influence or pressure was or is used against or in concert with any officer or employee of the City of Arroyo Grande in connection with the award, terms or implementation of this Agreement, including any method of coercion, confidential financial arrangement, or financial inducement. No officer or employee of the City of Arroyo Grande will receive compensation, directly or indirectly, from Consultant, or from any officer, employee or agent of Consultant, in connection with the award of this Agreement or any work to be conducted as a result of this Agreement. Violation of this Section shall be a material breach of this Agreement entitling the City to any and all remedies at law or in equity. 15. NO BENEFIT TO ARISE TO LOCAL EMPLOYEES No member, officer, or employee of City, or their designees or agents, and no public official who exercises authority over or responsibilities with respect to the project during his/her tenure or for one year thereafter, shall have any interest, direct or indirect, in any agreement or sub-agreement, or the proceeds thereof, for work to be performed in connection with the project performed under this Agreement. 16. RELEASE OF INFORMATION/CONFLICTS OF INTEREST (a) All information gained by Consultant in performance of this Agreement shall be considered confidential and shall not be released by Consultant without City’s prior written authorization. Consultant, its officers, employees, agents, or subContractors, Item 9.f. - Page 82 Page 6 shall not without written authorization from the City Manager or unless requested by the City Attorney, voluntarily provide declarations, letters of support, testimony at depositions, response to interrogatories, or other information concerning the work performed under this Agreement or relating to any project or property located within the City. Response to a subpoena or court order shall not be considered “voluntary” provided Consultant gives City notice of such court order or subpoena. (b) Consultant shall promptly notify City should Consultant, its officers, employees, agents, or subcontractors be served with any summons, complaint, subpoena, notice of deposition, request for documents, interrogatories, request for admissions, or other discovery request, court order, or subpoena from any person or party regarding this Agreement and the work performed thereunder or with respect to any project or property located within the City. City retains the right, but has no obligation, to represent Consultant and/or be present at any deposition, hearing, or similar proceeding. Consultant agrees to cooperate fully with City and to provide the opportunity to review any response to discovery requests provided by Consultant. However, City’s right to review any such response does not imply or mean the right by City to control, direct, or rewrite said response. 17. NOTICES Any notice which either party may desire to give to the other party under this Agreement must be in writing and may be given either by (i) personal service, (ii) delivery by a reputable document delivery service, such as but not limited to, Federal Express, which provides a receipt showing date and time of delivery, or (iii) mailing in the United States Mail, certified mail, postage prepaid, return receipt requested, addressed to the address of the party as set forth below or at any other address as that party may later designate by notice: To City: City of Arroyo Grande Geoff English, Public Works Director 300 E. Branch Street Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 To Consultant: Water Systems Consulting, Inc. Jeffery M. Szytel, Principal in Charge 3765 S. Higuera Street, Suite 102 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 18. ASSIGNMENT The Consultant shall not assign the performance of this Agreement, nor any part thereof, without the prior written consent of the City. Item 9.f. - Page 83 Page 7 19. GOVERNING LAW The City and Consultant understand and agree that the laws of the State of California shall govern the rights, obligations, duties, and liabilities of the parties to this Agreement and also govern the interpretation of this Agreement. Any litigation concerning this Agreement shall take place in the superior or federal district court with jurisdiction over the City of Arroyo Grande. 20. ENTIRE AGREEMENT This Agreement contains the entire understanding between the parties relating to the obligations of the parties described in this Agreement. All prior or contemporaneous agreements, understandings, representations, and statements, or written, are merged into this Agreement and shall be of no further force or effect. Each party is entering into this Agreement based solely upon the representations set forth herein and upon each party’s own independent investigation of any and all facts such party deems material. 21. TIME City and Consultant agree that time is of the essence in this Agreement. 22. CONTENTS OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL AND PROPOSAL Consultant is bound by the contents of the City’s Request for Proposal, Exhibit “D”, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference, and the contents of the proposal submitted by the Consultant, Exhibit “E”, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. In the event of conflict, the requirements of City’s Request for Proposals and this Agreement shall take precedence over those contained in the Consultant’s proposals. 23. CONSTRUCTION The parties agree that each has had an opportunity to have their counsel review this Agreement and that any rule of construction to the effect that ambiguities are to be resolved against the drafting party shall not apply in the interpretation of this Agreement or any amendments or exhibits thereto. The captions of the sections are for convenience and reference only, and are not intended to be construed to define or limit the provisions to which they relate. 24. AMENDMENTS Amendments to this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be made only with the mutual written consent of all of the parties to this Agreement. Item 9.f. - Page 84 Page 8 25. AUTHORITY TO EXECUTE THIS AGREEMENT The person or persons executing this Agreement on behalf of Consultant warrants and represents that he/she has the authority to execute this Agreement on behalf of the Consultant and has the authority to bind Consultant to the performance of its obligations hereunder. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be executed the day and year first above written. CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE WATER SYSTEMS CONSULTING, INC. By:__________________________ By:____________________________ Jim Hill, Mayor Its:____________________________ Attest: (Title) ____________________________ Kelly Wetmore, City Clerk Approved As To Form: _____________________________ Heather Whitham, City Attorney Item 9.f. - Page 85 Page 9 EXHIBIT A SCOPE OF WORK Ongoing staff extension services to lead various technical and managerial activities in support of the Northern Cities Management Area (NCMA) Technical Group (TG) for a one (1) year period in accordance with the Scope of Work set forth in the Request for Proposals and the Work Program described in Consultant’s Proposal. Item 9.f. - Page 86 Page 10 EXHIBIT B PAYMENT SCHEDULE Arroyo Grande $ 29,172 Grover Beach 30,668 Oceano CSD 0 Pismo Beach 14,960 Total $74,800 Item 9.f. - Page 87 Page 11 EXHIBIT C INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS Prior to the beginning of and throughout the duration of the Work, Consultant will maintain insurance in conformance with the requirements set forth below. Consultant will use existing coverage to comply with these requirements. If that existing coverage does not meet the requirements set forth here, Consultant agrees to amend, supplement or endorse the existing coverage to do so. Consultant acknowledges that the insurance coverage and policy limits set forth in this section constitute the minimum amount of coverage required. Any insurance proceeds available to City in excess of the limits and coverage required in this agreement and which is applicable to a given loss, will be available to City. Consultant shall provide the following types and amounts of insurance: Commercial General Liability Insurance using Insurance Services Office “Commercial General Liability” policy from CG 00 01 or the exact equivalent. Defense costs must be paid in addition to limits. There shall be no cross liability exclusion for claims or suits by one insured against another. Limits are subject to review but in no event less than $1,000,000 per occurrence. Business Auto Coverage on ISO Business Auto Coverage from CA 00 01 including symbol 1 (Any Auto) or the exact equivalent. Limits are subject to review, but in no event to be less than $1,000,000 per accident. If Consultant owns no vehicles, this requirement may be satisfied by a non-owned auto endorsement to the general liability policy described above. If Consultant or Consultant’s employees will use personal autos in any way on this project, Consultant shall provide evidence of personal auto liability coverage for each such person. Workers Compensation on a state-approved policy form providing statutory benefits as required by law with employer’s liability limits no less than $1,000,000 per accident or disease. Excess or Umbrella Liability Insurance (Over Primary) if used to meet limit requirements, shall provide coverage at least as broad as specified for the underlying coverages. Any such coverage provided under an umbrella liability policy shall include a drop down provision providing primary coverage above a maximum $25,000 self- insured retention for liability not covered by primary but covered by the umbrella. Coverage shall be provided on a “pay on behalf” basis, with defense costs payable in addition to policy limits. Policy shall contain a provision obligating insurer at the time insured’s liability is determined, not requiring actual payment by the insured first. There shall be no cross liability exclusion precluding coverage for claims or suits by one insured against another. Coverage shall be applicable to City for injury to employees of Consultant, subContractors or others involved in the Work. The scope of coverage Item 9.f. - Page 88 Page 12 provided is subject to approval of City following receipt of proof of insurance as required herein. Limits are subject to review but in no event less than $1,000,000 per occurrence. Professional Liability or Errors and Omissions Insurance as appropriate shall be written on a policy form coverage specifically designated to protect against acts, errors or omissions of the Consultant and “Covered Professional Services” as designated in the policy must specifically include work performed under this agreement. The policy limit shall be no less than $1,000,000 per claim and in the aggregate. The policy must “pay on behalf of” the insured and must include a provision establishing the insurer’s duty to defend. The policy retroactive date shall be on or before the effective date of this agreement. Insurance procured pursuant to these requirements shall be written by insurer that are admitted carriers in the state California and with an A.M. Bests rating of A- or better and a minimum financial size VII. General conditions pertaining to provision of insurance coverage by Consultant. Consultant and City agree to the following with respect to insurance provided by Consultant: 1. Consultant agrees to have its insurer endorse the third party general liability coverage required herein to include as additional insureds City, its officials employees and agents, using standard ISO endorsement No. CG 2010 with an edition prior to 1992. Consultant also agrees to require all Consultants, and subContractors to do likewise. 2. No liability insurance coverage provided to comply with this Agreement shall prohibit Consultant, or Consultant’s employees, or agents, from waiving the right of subrogation prior to a loss. Consultant agrees to waive subrogation rights against City regardless of the applicability of any insurance proceeds, and to require all Consultants and subContractors to do likewise. 3. All insurance coverage and limits provided by Consultant and available or applicable to this agreement are intended to apply to the full extent of the policies. Nothing contained in this Agreement or any other agreement relating to the City or its operations limits the application of such insurance coverage. 4. None of the coverages required herein will be in compliance with these requirements if they include any limiting endorsement of any kind that has not been first submitted to City and approved of in writing. 5. No liability policy shall contain any provision or definition that would serve to eliminate so-called “third party action over” claims, including any exclusion for bodily injury to an employee of the insured or of any Consultant or subcontractor. Item 9.f. - Page 89 Page 13 6. All coverage types and limits required are subject to approval, modification and additional requirements by the City, as the need arises. Consultant shall not make any reductions in scope of coverage (e.g. elimination of contractual liability or reduction of discovery period) that may affect City’s protection without City’s prior written consent. 7. Proof of compliance with these insurance requirements, consisting of certificates of insurance evidencing all of the coverages required and an additional insured endorsement to Consultant’s general liability policy, shall be delivered to City at or prior to the execution of this Agreement. In the event such proof of any insurance is not delivered as required, or in the event such insurance is canceled at any time and no replacement coverage is provided, City has the right, but not the duty, to obtain any insurance it deems necessary to protect its interests under this or any other agreement and to pay the premium. Any premium so paid by City shall be charged to and promptly paid by Consultant or deducted from sums due Consultant, at City option. 8. Certificate(s) are to reflect that the insurer will provide 30 days notice to City of any cancellation of coverage. Consultant agrees to require its insurer to modify such certificates to delete any exculpatory wording stating that failure of the insurer to mail written notice of cancellation imposes no obligation, or that any party will “endeavor” (as opposed to being required) to comply with the requirements of the certificate. 9. It is acknowledged by the parties of this agreement that all insurance coverage required to be provided by Consultant or any subContractor, is intended to apply first and on a primary, noncontributing basis in relation to any other insurance or self insurance available to City. 10. Consultant agrees to ensure that subContractors, and any other party involved with the project who is brought onto or involved in the project by Consultant, provide the same minimum insurance coverage required of Consultant. Consultant agrees to monitor and review all such coverage and assumes all responsibility for ensuring that such coverage is provided in conformity with the requirements of this section. Consultant agrees that upon request, all agreements with subContractors and others engaged in the project will be submitted to City for review. 11. Consultant agrees not to self-insure or to use any self-insured retentions or deductibles on any portion of the insurance required herein and further agrees that it will not allow any Consultant, subContractor, Architect, Engineer or other entity or person in any way involved in the performance of work on the project contemplated by this agreement to self-insure its obligations to City. If Consultant’s existing coverage includes a deductible or self-insured retention, the deductible or self-insured retention must be declared to the City. At the time the City shall review options with the Consultant, which may include reduction or elimination of the deductible or self-insured retention, substitution of other coverage, or other solutions. Item 9.f. - Page 90 Page 14 12. The City reserves the right at any time during the term of the contract to change the amounts and types of insurance required by giving the Consultant ninety (90) days advance written notice of such change. If such change results in substantial additional cost to the Consultant, the City will negotiate additional compensation proportional to the increase benefit to City. 13. For purposes of applying insurance coverage only, this Agreement will be deemed to have been executed immediately upon any party hereto taking any steps that can be deemed to be in furtherance of or towards performance of this Agreement. 14. Consultant acknowledges and agrees that any actual or alleged failure on the part of City to inform Consultant of non-compliance with any insurance requirements in no way imposes any additional obligations on City nor does it waive any rights hereunder in this or any other regard. 15. Consultant will renew the required coverage annually as long as City, or its employees or agents face an exposure from operations of any type pursuant to this agreement. This obligation applies whether or not the agreement is canceled or terminated for any reason. Termination of this obligation is not effective until City executes a written statement to that effect. 16. Consultant shall provide proof that policies of insurance required herein expiring during the term of this Agreement have been renewed or replaced with other policies providing at least the same coverage. Proof that such coverage has been ordered shall be submitted prior to expiration. A coverage binder or letter from Consultant’s insurance agent to this effect is acceptable. A certificate of insurance and/or additional insured endorsement as required in these specifications applicable to the renewing or new coverage must be provided to City within five days of the expiration of the coverages. 17. The provisions of any workers’ compensation or similar act will not limit the obligations of Consultant under this agreement. Consultant expressly agrees not to use any statutory immunity defenses under such laws with respect to City, its employees, officials and agents. 18. Requirements of specific coverage features or limits contained in this section are not intended as limitations on coverage, limits or other requirements nor as a waiver of any coverage normally provided by any given policy. Specific reference to a given coverage feature is for purposes of clarification only as it pertains to a given issue, and is not intended by any party or insured to be limiting or all-inclusive. 19. These insurance requirements are intended to be separate and distinct from any other provision in this agreement and are intended by the parties here to be interpreted as such. Item 9.f. - Page 91 Page 15 20. The requirements in this Section supersede all other sections and provisions of this Agreement to the extent that any other section or provision conflicts with or impairs the provisions of this Section. 21. Consultant agrees to be responsible for ensuring that no contract used by any party involved in any way with the project reserves the right to charge City or Consultant for the cost of additional insurance coverage required by this agreement. Any such provisions are to be deleted with reference to City. It is not the intent of City to reimburse any third party for the cost of complying with these requirements. There shall be no recourse against City for payment of premiums or other amounts with respect thereto. 22. Consultant agrees to provide immediate notice to City of any claim or loss against Consultant arising out of the work performed under this agreement. City assumes no obligation or liability by such notice, but has the right (but not the duty) to monitor the handling of any such claim or claims if they are likely to involve City. Item 9.f. - Page 92 NORTHERN  CITIES  MANAGEMENT  AREA  REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) FOR  STAFF EXTENSION SERVICES FOR THE NORTHERN CITIES  MANAGEMENT AREA TECHNICAL GROUP  Issuing Entities  City of Arroyo Grande  City of Grover Beach  300 Branch Street 154 S. Eighth Street  Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 Grover Beach, CA 93433  City of Pismo Beach  Oceano Community Service District  760 Mattie Road 1655 Front Street  Pismo Beach, CA 93449  Oceano, CA 93445  Lead Issuing Entity:  City of Pismo Beach  760 Mattie Road  Pismo Beach, CA 93449  Contact: Questions regarding this solicitation should be directed to:  Benjamin A. Fine, P.E., Director of Public Works/City Engineer  (805) 773‐4656  bfine@pismobeach.org  Due Date:  Proposals (5 copies and one electronic copy) must be received no later than  2:00 P.M. on Thursday May 12, 2016 as determined by www.time.gov  EXHIBIT D Item 9.f. - Page 93               THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK FOR DUPLEX PRINTING     Item 9.f. - Page 94   Notice Requesting Proposals for Professional Engineering Services for   STAFF EXTENSION SERVICES FOR THE NORTHERN CITIES MANAGEMENT   AREA TECHNICAL GROUP    The Northern Cities Management Area (NCMA) Technical Group (TG) is requesting sealed proposals  to provide ongoing staff extension services to lead various technical and managerial activities in  support of the NCMA TG for a five (5) year period beginning on July 1, 2016.      The NCMA TG is seeking a highly qualified civil engineering firm specializing in water supply and  resources, to provide as‐needed staff extension to assist the NCMA TG in managing their water  supply portfolios and project management services for the preparation of its Annual Report.  The City  of Pismo Beach (City) is the main point of contact for this proposal, however the selection of a  consultant will be made by consensus of the NCMA TG.    Proposals will be received at the office of the City Clerk in the City of Pismo Beach City Hall at 760  Mattie Rd, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 until 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, May 12, 2016 as determined by  www.time.gov.  Proposals received after said time will not be considered.  Proposals shall be  submitted in an envelope and clearly marked “Staff Extension Services for the Northern Cities  Management Area Technical Group”. Please include the fee schedule in a separate sealed envelope.      Printed versions of this request for proposal are available for a non‐refundable fee of $20 from the  Public Works Department, Engineering Division, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA  93449 or by  calling (805) 773‐4656.  PDF versions may be emailed at no charge by contacting Erin Olsen at  eolsen@pismobeach.org.    Specific questions regarding this solicitation should be directed to:    Benjamin A. Fine, P.E.  Director of Public Works/City Engineer  (805) 773‐4656  bfine@pismobeach.org            Item 9.f. - Page 95 Proposal for Professional Services:  Staff Extension Services for the NCMA TG 1  SECTION A – DESCRIPTION OF WORK  Project Description    Due to a California Superior Court Ruling in 2008, the rights to the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin  (SMGB) have been adjudicated to various agencies. Part of that ruling established three management  areas, including the Northern Cities Management Area (NCMA), Nipomo Mesa Management Area  (NMMA) and the Santa Maria Valley Management Area (SMVMA). Further, it mandated that “a  monitoring program be established in each of the three Management Areas to collect and analyze  data regarding water supply and demand conditions,” and an annual report be filed with the Court  within 120 days after the end of each calendar year.    The NCMA is comprised of four agencies: the Cities of Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach and Pismo Beach,  and the Oceano Community Services District. Through the NCMA TG, comprised of representatives  from each agency, the member agencies work together to manage the NCMA section of the SMGB  and meet the annual reporting requirements of the Court Order. The NCMA is seeking a consultant  to lead various technical and managerial activities in support of the NCMA Technical Group (NCMA  TG).  Scope of Work    The following section describes the activities that are anticipated to provide as‐needed staff  extension to assist the NCMA TG in managing their water supply portfolios and project management  services for the preparation of its Annual Report.  Proposers shall consider the scope and recommend  any additional services required to meet the intent of the RFP.  Staff Extension    1) Organize and lead NCMA TG meetings, including the preparation of agenda’s and relevant  technical handouts as needed.  a) Meetings are held the second Monday of each month from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the  City of Pismo Beach City Hall, located at 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449.  2) Track each agency’s water use by source and prepare a spreadsheet for each monthly  meeting.  3) Attend San Luis Obispo County Flood Control District Zone 3 Technical Advisory Committee  (TAC) meetings on behalf of the NCMA TG.  a) Meetings are held the first Thursday of each month from 9:00 am to 11:00 am  (sometimes noon) at the Arroyo Grande City Hall, located at 300 Branch Street, Arroyo  Grande, CA 93420  4) Organize and facilitate periodic meetings with Local Agricultural Representatives as needed.  5) Review, Research, analyze and provide recommendations for the items on the committee  agendas.  6) Advise on proposals by the County.  7) Provide additional research and options as needed.  8) Provide independent technical review of various work products and reports.  9) Provide as‐needed technical and/or managerial support.  Item 9.f. - Page 96 Proposal for Professional Services:  Staff Extension Services for the NCMA TG 2  10) Participate and coordinate regional water management activities on behalf of the NCMA TG.  11) Provide Annual Report Project Management, including:  a) Contract coordination and administration  b) Management of project budget and schedule  c) Coordination with the consultant(s) and NCMA member agencies to set meetings,  obtain data, and maintain project progress  d) Technical review of consultant deliverables  e) City Council and Board of Directors presentations  12) Coordinate the Strategic Planning efforts for the NCMA TG 13) Pursuit of grant opportunities 14) Attend Council and/or Board meetings as necessary 15) Liaison with NCMA Agency lawyers as necessary on active and pending litigations. 16) Conduct quality assurance verifications for well data submitted by the participating agencies twice annually. 17) Design a logo for the NCMA   Fee    The fee for the staff extension services shall be divided amongst the Cities of Arroyo Grande, Grover  Beach, Pismo Beach based on SMGB groundwater allocation (including ag conversions).  The Oceano  Community Services District (District) has declined to participate in the Staff Extension Services  Contract.   The District intends to contribute to the efforts of the NCMA TG through in‐kind  contributions of staff time by its General Manager.  SECTION B – GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS  PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS    1. Requirement to Meet All Provisions.  Each individual or firm submitting a proposal (Proposer)  shall meet all of the terms, and conditions of the proposal specifications package.  By virtue of its  proposal submittal, the Proposer acknowledges agreement with and acceptance of all provisions  of the proposal specifications.     2. Proposal Submittal.  Each proposal must be submitted on the form(s) provided in the  specifications and accompanied by any other required submittals or supplemental materials.   Proposal documents shall be enclosed in an envelope that shall be sealed and addressed to the  following:     City of Pismo Beach  Attn: Benjamin A. Fine, P.E., Director of Public Works/City Engineer  760 Mattie Road  Pismo Beach, CA  93449    Proposals shall be received before 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, May 12, 2016 as determined by  www.time.gov.  Proposals received after said time will not be considered.  Each proposal  submittal shall include one electronic copy of the proposal, submitted in Adobe Acrobat format  Item 9.f. - Page 97 Proposal for Professional Services:  Staff Extension Services for the NCMA TG 3  on CD or flash drive and five (5) hardcopies.  Proposals shall be submitted in an envelope and  clearly marked “Proposal to Provide Staff Extension Services for the Northern Cities  Management Area Technical Group”.  Please include the fee schedule in a separate sealed  envelope.      3. Insurance Certificate.  Each proposal must include a certificate of insurance showing:    a. The insurance carrier and its A.M. Best rating.  b. Scope of coverage and limits.  c. Deductibles and self‐insured retention.    The purpose of this submittal is to generally assess the adequacy of the Proposer’s insurance  coverage during proposal evaluation; as discussed under paragraph 12 below, endorsements are  not required until contract award.  The City’s insurance requirements are detailed in Section E.       4. Submittal of References.  Each proposer shall submit a statement of qualifications and  references on the form provided in Section D.    5. Statement of Contract Disqualifications.  Each proposer shall submit a statement regarding any  past government disqualifications on the form provided in Section D.    6. Proposal Withdrawal and Opening.  A Proposer may withdraw its proposal, without prejudice  prior to the time specified for the proposal opening, by submitting a written request to the City  for its withdrawal, in which event the proposal will be returned to the Proposer unopened.  No  proposal received after the time specified or at any place other than that stated in the "Notice  Requesting Proposals" will be considered.      7. Submittal of One Proposal Only.  No individual or business entity of any kind shall be allowed to  make or file, or to be interested in more than one proposal, except an alternative proposal when  specifically requested; however, an individual or business entity that has submitted a sub‐ proposal to a Proposer submitting a proposal, or who has quoted prices on materials to such  Proposer, is not thereby disqualified from submitting a sub‐proposal or from quoting prices to  other Proposers submitting qualification proposals.    8. Communications.  All timely requests for information submitted in writing to the City will receive  a written response from the City or other representative of the NCMA TG.  Telephone  communications with City staff are permitted; however, any such oral communication shall not  be binding on the City or the NCMA TG.       9. Alternative Proposals.  When specifically requested, the proposer may submit an alternative  qualification proposal (or proposals) that it believes will also meet the City's project objectives  but in a different way.  In this case, the proposer must provide an analysis of the advantages and  disadvantages of each of the alternatives, and discuss under what circumstances the City would  prefer one alternative to the other(s).  If an alternative proposal is submitted, the maximum  length of the proposal may be expanded proportionately by the number of alternatives  submitted.  Item 9.f. - Page 98 Proposal for Professional Services:  Staff Extension Services for the NCMA TG 4  CONTRACT AWARD AND EXECUTION    1. Proposal Retention and Award.  The City reserves the right to retain all proposals for a period of  60 days for examination and comparison.  The City also reserves the right to waive non‐ substantial irregularities in any proposal, to reject any or all proposals, to reject or delete one  part of a proposal and accept the other, except to the extent that proposals are qualified by  specific limitations.  See the "Special Terms and Conditions" in Section C of this RFP for proposal  evaluation and contract award criteria.  The City may choose to interview any number of qualified  Proposers as the basis for making a final selection.     2. Competency and Responsibility of Proposer.  The City and/or NCMA TG reserves full discretion  to determine the competence and responsibility, professionally and/or financially, of Proposers.   Proposers will provide, in a timely manner, all information that the City deems necessary to make  such a decision.    3. Contract Requirement.  The Proposer to whom award is made (Consultant) shall execute a  written contract with each participating member agency within ten (10) calendar days after the  Consultant has received notice that the contract has been awarded.  Sample contracts for each  participating member agency are found in Section F.  The Consultant agrees to enter into the  contracts as shown in Section F, without alteration.      4. Insurance Requirements.  The Consultant shall provide proof of insurance in the form, coverages  and amounts specified in Section E of these specifications within 10 (ten) calendar days after  notice of contract award as a precondition to contract execution.    5. Business License & Tax.  The Consultant must have a valid City of Pismo Beach, City of Arroyo  Grande and City of Grover Beach Business License before execution of the contract.  Additional  information regarding the City's business license and tax program may be obtained by calling  (805) 773‐4655.    6. Failure to Accept Contract.  The following will occur if the Consultant fails to enter into the  contract:  the award will be annulled and an award may be made to the next highest ranked  Proposer with whom a responsible compensation is negotiated, who shall fulfill every stipulation  as if it were the party to whom the first award was made.       Item 9.f. - Page 99 Proposal for Professional Services:  Staff Extension Services for the NCMA TG 5  SECTION C ‐ PROPOSAL CONTENT AND SELECTION PROCESS  PROPOSAL CONTENT     Submittal Forms (See Section D)    o Acknowledgement  o Certificate of Insurance  o References   o Statement of Past Disqualifications     Qualifications    o Experience of your firm in performing similar services, stating completion date and contract  amount.  Please do not list projects where major work was completed by staff no longer  employed by the firm.    o Resumes of the individuals who would be assigned to this project, including any sub‐ consultants, demonstrating their experience with performing similar services.   o An organizational and staffing chart showing the names of all key personnel assigned to the  project, their primary area of responsibility, and office location.  o Standard hourly billing rates for the assigned staff, including any sub‐consultants.  o Statement and explanation of any instances where your firm has been removed from a  project or disqualified from proposing on a project.  o Experience your firm has in preparing a Groundwater Basin Management Plan.     Work Program    o Description of your approach to completing the work which expands on the Scope of Work  contained in Section A of this RFP.  The work program shall itemize major tasks and work  products and identify responsible staff, special information or studies required, and special  methods or equipment, if any, you anticipate using.  Include a description of procedures to  be used to coordinate with the NCMA TG and the Consultant Team.  Include assumption of  information to be provided by the NCMA TG or Consultant Team.  o Include any other information that would assist the NCMA TG in making this contract award  decision.     Proposed Fee      o Proposed fee shall be on a “Time and Materials, not to exceed” basis and include an itemized  summary of personnel, labor hours, labor rates, and expenses by task, including all sub‐ consultants through completion of the design and bidding portion of the project.  o Proposed fee must be sealed in a separate envelope and will not be opened until all other  factors have been considered.  Unusually high or low fees may affect the ratings.  o Regardless of the proposed method of compensation, any Contract resulting from this  solicitation will specify a maximum, not‐to‐exceed fee amount.  Except in the unusual  situation wherein the Consultant encounters circumstances that could not be reasonably  anticipated, the participating NCMA agencies will not authorize payment beyond this  amount.  In consideration of this, any assumptions and/or the need for any contingencies  Item 9.f. - Page 100 Proposal for Professional Services:  Staff Extension Services for the NCMA TG 6  must be clearly spelled out in the Fee Proposal and used as a basis to compute a “not‐to‐ exceed” figure for the project.  This figure should be sufficient to provide for any reasonably  anticipated circumstances that may be encountered during project execution and  completion.       Proposal Length and Copies    o Your firm’s proposal should be the minimum length to provide the required information.   Charts and other short form approaches to conveying information are encouraged.  o Five (5) printed copies of the proposal (printed double sided) must be submitted.  o 1 pdf format electronic copy must be submitted on CD or flash drive.    PRE‐PROPOSAL CONFERENCE    There will be no pre‐proposal conference.  If you have any questions about this RFP, schedule, or  attachments, please contact Benjamin Fine at (805) 773‐4656.        Item 9.f. - Page 101 Proposal for Professional Services:  Staff Extension Services for the NCMA TG 7  PROPOSAL EVALUATION AND CONSULTANT SELECTION      Proposals will be evaluated by a review committee. The NCMA TG may select a consultant following  the written proposal phase.     1) Written Proposal Review/Finalist Candidate Selection     Written proposals will be evaluated based on the following criteria:        a. Understanding of the work required by the City  b. Quality, clarity and responsiveness of the proposal  c. Demonstrated competence and professional qualifications necessary for successfully  performing the work required by the NCMA TG  d. Recent experience in successfully performing similar services  e. Experience of the firm dealing with adjudicated groundwater basins  f. Proposed approach in completing the work  g. References  h. Background and experience of the specific individuals to be assigned to this project  i. Proposed fee    2) Oral Presentations/Interviews and Consultant Selection      The NCMA TG may elect to conduct interviews with a group of finalist candidates (generally  the top 3 proposers), in which case finalist candidates will make an oral presentation to the  review committee and answer questions about their proposal.  The purpose of the interviews  would be to: clarify and resolve any outstanding questions or issues about the proposal; and  to evaluate the proposer’s ability to clearly and concisely present information orally.  After  evaluating the proposals and discussing them further with the finalists or the tentatively  selected Consultant, the NCMA TG reserves the right to further negotiate the proposed scope  and/or method and amount of compensation.     Contract award will be based on a combination of factors that represent the best overall  value for completing the scope as determined by the City, including: the written proposal  criteria described above; results of background and reference checks; results from the  interviews and presentations phase (if conducted); and proposed compensation.    3) Proposal Review and Consultant Selection Schedule    The following is an outline of the anticipated schedule for proposal review and consultant  selection:    Issue RFP       April 9, 2016   Proposals Due       May 12, 2016   Complete proposal evaluation     May 16 – 20, 2016   Conduct finalist interviews (if required)    May 23 – 27, 2016   Finalize staff recommendation      May 30, 2016    Contract approval at each agencies Council Meetings  June 6 – 17, 2016   Execute contract/Start work     July 1, 2016      Item 9.f. - Page 102 Proposal for Professional Services:  Staff Extension Services for the NCMA TG 8  SECTION D ‐ PROPOSAL SUBMITTAL FORMS   ACKNOWLEDGEMENT    The undersigned declares that she or he:   Has carefully examined the Proposal Specification    Is thoroughly familiar with its content   Is authorized to represent the proposing firm; and    Agrees to perform the work as set forth in the specification and this proposal.      Firm Name and Address:            Contact Name:    Email:    Fax: Phone:      Signature of Authorized Representative:      Date:    INSURANCE CERTIFICATE     Insurance Company’s A.M. Best Rating      Certificate of insurance attached                          Item 9.f. - Page 103 Proposal for Professional Services:  Staff Extension Services for the NCMA TG 9  STATEMENT OF PAST CONTRACT DISQUALIFICATIONS    The Consultant shall state whether it or any of its officers or employees who have a proprietary  interest in it, has ever been disqualified, removed, or otherwise prevented from proposing on or  completing a federal, state, or local government project because of the violation of law, a safety  regulation, or for any other reason, including but not limited to financial difficulties, project delays,  or disputes regarding work or product quality, and if so to explain the circumstances.    Do you have any disqualification as described in the above paragraph to  declare?   Yes    No  If yes, explain the circumstances.              Executed on ______________________at _______________________________________ under  penalty of perjury of the laws of the State of California, that the foregoing is true and correct.    ______________________________________     Signature of Authorized Consultant Representative       Item 9.f. - Page 104 Proposal for Professional Services:  Staff Extension Services for the NCMA TG 10  REFERENCES    Number of years engaged in providing the services included within the scope of the specifications  under the present business name:  _________    Describe fully the last three contracts performed by your firm that demonstrate your ability to  provide the services included with the scope of the specifications.  Attach additional pages if  required.  The City reserves the right to contact each of the references listed for additional  information regarding your firm's qualifications.    Reference No. 1  Customer Name   Contact Individual   Telephone & Email   Street Address   City, State, Zip Code   Date of Services   Contract Amount   Description of Services      Project Outcome        Reference No. 2  Customer Name   Contact Individual   Telephone & Email   Street Address   City, State, Zip Code   Date of Services   Contract Amount   Description of Services      Project Outcome           Item 9.f. - Page 105 Proposal for Professional Services:  Staff Extension Services for the NCMA TG 11  Reference No. 3  Customer Name   Contact Individual   Telephone & Email   Street Address   City, State, Zip Code   Date of Services   Contract Amount   Description of Services      Project Outcome                   Item 9.f. - Page 106 Proposal for Professional Services:  Staff Extension Services for the NCMA TG 12  SECTION E ‐ INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS: CONSULTANT SERVICES    Each agency will require the successful bidder to provide insurance which meets certain provisions,  which will become contractual obligations.  The Consultant shall not perform any work under the  Contract until it has obtained insurance complying with the provisions of this section, delivered a  copy of each insurance policy to the each agency of the NCMA, and obtained the each agency of the  NCMA approval of all such policies.  Said policies shall be issued by companies authorized to do  business in California.  Consultant shall maintain said insurance in force at all times.  The following  types of coverage with the described features shall be provided:  A. Professional Liability Insurance.   Consultant shall maintain professional liability "errors and omissions" insurance with limits of  liability of not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence to cover all services rendered by Contractor  pursuant to this contract.  B. Comprehensive Liability Insurance and Automobile Insurance.  CONSULTANT shall maintain comprehensive general and automobile liability insurance, which  shall cover claims arising from bodily and personal injury, including death resulting from such  actions, and damage to property, resulting from any act or occurrence arising out of Consultant’s  operations in the performance of the contract, including, without limitation, acts involving  automobiles.   The policies shall provide not less than $1,000,000 single limit coverage applying to bodily and  personal injury, including death resulting from resulting from such actions, and property damage.   The following endorsements must be attached to the policy:  1. If the policy covers on an "accident" basis, it must be changed to an "occurrence" basis.  2. The Comprehensive Liability Insurance policy must cover personal injury as well as bodily  injury.  3. The Comprehensive Liability Insurance policy must have blanket coverage of contractually  assumed liability, subject to the limitations of the policy.  4. The policy must have a "Cross Liability" ("Severability of Interests") endorsement such that  each insured is covered as if separate policies had been issued to each insured.  5. Each agency of the NCMA and the State of California, their officers, employees and agents  shall be named as additional insurers under the Comprehensive Liability Insurance policy,  and the policy shall provide that the insurance will operate as primary insurance and that no  other insurance affected by the County will be called upon to contribute to a loss hereunder.  C. Workers' Compensation Coverage.  In accordance with the provisions of 3700 et seq., of the Labor Code, Consultant is required to  be insured against liability for workers compensation or to undertake self‐insurance.  Consultant  agrees to comply with such provisions before commencing performance of the work covered by  this Contract.  Item 9.f. - Page 107 Proposal for Professional Services:  Staff Extension Services for the NCMA TG 13  D. Certification of Coverage.  Prior to commencing work under the contract, Consultant shall furnish the each agency of the  NCMA with the following for each insurance policy required to be maintained by this contract:  1. A copy of the entire policy and not just the "face sheet" or proof of coverage (except that no  copy of Consultant’s workers' compensation policy need be provided).  2. A certificate of insurance including certification that the policy will not be canceled or  reduced in coverage or changed in any other material aspect without thirty (30) days prior  written notice to the City of Pismo Beach.  E. Effect of Failure or Refusal.  If CONSULTANT fails or refuses to procure or maintain the insurance required by this contract, or  fails or refuses to the NCMA with the certifications required by subparagraph (B4) above, the  NCMA shall have the right, at its option, to forthwith terminate the contract for cause.      Item 9.f. - Page 108 Proposal for Professional Services:  Staff Extension Services for the NCMA TG 14  SECTION F ‐ FORM OF AGREEMENTS      Item 9.f. - Page 109 O O O O O ËÉWWTP ËÉWWTP ËÉW WTP ËÉW WTP Source: Esri, DigitalGlobe, GeoEye, Earthstar Geographics, CNES/Airbus DS, USDA, USGS, AEX, Getmapping, Aerogrid, IGN, IGP, swisstopo, and the GIS User Community Proposal for Staff Extension Servicesfor theNorthern Cities Management Area Technical Group •May 12, 2016 • EXHIBIT E Item 9.f. - Page 110 3765 S Higuera, Suite 102 l San Luis Obispo, CA 93403 l Phone: (805) 457-8833 l Fax: (805) 888-2764 www.wsc-inc.com May 12, 2016 Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group Attn: Benjamin A. Fine, PE, Director of Public Works/City Engineer City of Pismo Beach 760 Mattie Road Pismo Beach, CA 93449 SUBJECT: PROPOSAL FOR STAFF EXTENSION SERVICES FOR THE NORTHERN CITIES MANAGEMENT AREA TECHNICAL GROUP Dear NCMA TG, Water Systems Consulting, Inc. (WSC) appreciates this opportunity to present our Proposal to the Northern Cities Management Area (NCMA) Technical Group (TG) for Staff Extension Services. WSC has been providing the NCMA TG with staff extension services for the past seven years, and given what the NCMA TG has been able to accomplish in that period, we are very excited about the opportunity to continuing to provide personalized and responsive service to lead technical and managerial activities in support of the NCMA agencies. Working closely with the NCMA TG in a staff extension role has been an extremely rewarding experience. We hope to continue serving the NCMA agencies in this role and have listed several reasons why we think that WSC is the best fit.  Committed staff and deep local resources. Since 2009, WSC has served as an extension of the NCMA agencies’ staff and has developed a vested interest in the health of the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin (SMGB) and your other water supply sources. Since the NCMA TG’s inception, WSC has been fostering a productive working relationship. Additionally, our main office is located in San Luis Obispo, making us available at a moment’s notice for impromptu meetings, working sessions and public presentations.  Successful working relationship with the NCMA TG. We take pride in our long term relationships with the member agencies and want to continue to be your dedicated partner. Through our existing staff extension services role, we have worked alongside the NCMA TG to identify challenges, brainstorm solutions, develop funding mechanisms and implement solutions.  Unparalleled knowledge. WSC has developed an expert understanding of the NCMA TG regional, contextual and political climate, through our established relationships with the NCMA Agencies, surrounding stakeholders, and regulators. We plan to leverage our extensive knowledge of the water and wastewater industry with our un-paralleled understanding of the NCMA’s water resources to provide exceptional as-needed engineering services to the NCMA TG. Item 9.f. - Page 111 3765 S Higuera, Suite 102 l San Luis Obispo, CA 93403 l Phone: (805) 457-8833 l Fax: (805) 888-2764 www.wsc-inc.com We hope the ideas and approaches presented in this proposal, as well as our previous staff extension services, give you a sense for our interest in and ongoing commitment to the NCMA TG and its projects. We are confident that we are the right team for the job, and would greatly appreciate the opportunity to continue working with you in this capacity. If you have any questions, please contact us at (805) 457- 8833; Jeff is at ext. 101 and Dan is at ext. 104. You can also email us at jszytel@wsc-inc.com or dheimel@wsc-inc.com. Thank you for considering WSC for this project, and we look forward to your response. Sincerely, Water Systems Consulting, Inc. Jeffery M. Szytel, PE, MS, MBA Daniel Heimel, PE, MS Principal in Charge Project Manager Item 9.f. - Page 112 Table of Contents Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 1 Table of Contents Table of Contents ................................................................................................................................. 1 Qualifications ....................................................................................................................................... 2 Work Program ................................................................................................................................... 23 Proposed Fee ..................................................................................................................................... 29 Appendix A. Submittal Forms ............................................................................................................. 30 Appendix B. Resumes ........................................................................................................................ 35 Item 9.f. - Page 113 Qualifications Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 2 Qualifications WSC is a Dedicated Partner to the NCMA TG Water Systems Consulting, Inc. (WSC) is a SLO-based civil and environmental engineering firm that specializes in the planning, design, evaluation and optimization of municipal water, wastewater and recycled water systems and water resources. From our offices in San Luis Obispo, Rancho Cucamonga, San Diego, Camarillo, Carmel Valley, and Portland, WSC has been serving clients throughout California and the Western US for the past eight years. WSC serves special districts, investor-owned utilities, cities, counties and regulatory agencies, and we have a strong understanding of the regulatory and political climate that our clients operate within. WSC works with our clients collaboratively to provide proven approaches, state-of-the-art tools, and expertise-driven innovation to deliver truly outstanding results. WSC routinely goes the extra mile, aggressively pursuing our client’s interests and searching out sustainable opportunities to add value and exceed expectations. We do our homework and work collaboratively with our clients to build consensus, buy-in and a shared sense of accomplishment. WSC will continue to exemplify these values in providing Staff Extension Services for the NCMA TG. For the past seven years, WSC and the NCMA TG have collaborated on many important projects and initiatives, and our team has developed an in-depth understanding of the unique background and context of the NCMA. WSC’s Principal in Charge is also WSC’s Founder and President, Jeff Szytel. Dan Heimel will be the primary point of contact to serve the NCMA TG’s needs from our local San Luis Obispo office. Jeff and Dan’s contact information is included below for your reference. “WSC has utilized some very innovative approaches to solving complicated and difficult projects. WSC has a broad background in Public Works and Utilities engineering disciplines and their staff are responsive, capable and accessible. I would highly recommend WSC as an on-call engineering firm.” -Dave Hix, Deputy Director – Wastewater City of San Luis Obispo “WSC has worked seamlessly as an extension of our staff to assist us in many of our projects. Their involvement has improved our ability to stay on scope and on budget while meeting the ever increasing number of stakeholder concerns.” -Richard Svindland, PE, Director of Operations California American Water “WSC was very responsive to my request for emergency model runs. I was able to confidently continue reliable system operations without investing in immediate emergency repairs. Knowing that our system can continue to meet fire-flow requirements while a permanent solution is developed has saved our ratepayers considerable expenses.” -Christopher Alakel, PE, Water Resources Manager City of Paso Robles Mr. Jeff Szytel, PE, MS, MBA Tel: (805) 457-8833, ext. 101 jszytel@wsc-inc.com PO Box 4255 San Luis Obispo, CA 93403 Mr. Dan Heimel, PE, MS Tel: (805) 457-8833, ext. 104 dheimel@wsc-inc.com PO Box 4255 San Luis Obispo, CA 93403 Item 9.f. - Page 114 Qualifications Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 3 Local Experience, Expertise and Unparalleled Qualifications WSC’s team is functionally organized to take advantage of the strengths of our expert staff, while keeping the structure streamlined to maintain efficiency, quality and accountability. The Project Team will be managed by Dan Heimel. Dan has been providing Staff Extension Services to the NCMA TG since 2010 and has become an increasingly valuable participant and facilitator for the NCMA TG during his tenure. It is this experience and insight that will allow WSC to provide value-added services to deliver the NCMA TG’s regional vision. Minutes from the Agencies, Dan will be available and ready to address any of the NCMA TG’s needs. He will be the primary point of contact and will be actively involved in every aspect of the project. Dan will be supported by a team of engineers who have completed numerous projects for the NCMA TG, local stakeholders and surrounding agencies. Your projects will directly benefit from WSC’s most senior staff and the cost-effectiveness of WSC’s highly qualified junior staff. Information about each of our team members is presented in the following section. In addition, WSC has reviewed the provided sample contracts and is in substantial agreement. WSC and the NCMA member agencies have executed many prior contracts, and we will agree to the same terms for this project. . Project Manager Dan Heimel, PE, MS Technical Resources Principal in Charge Jeff Szytel, PE, MS, MBA QA/AC Dylan Wade, PE Engineering Support Josh Reynolds, PE Lianne Westberg, PE, MS, CEM Adam Rianda Rebecca Nissley Water & Energy Efficiency Lianne Westberg, PE, MS, CEM Water Supply Planning Ron Munds Spencer Waterman Funding and Financing Ron Munds Spencer Waterman Emily Iskin All members of our proposed project team have extensive experience and knowledge of the NCMA agencies, and are conveniently located in our San Luis Obispo office. WSC’s team is functionally organized to provide local leadership with unmatched knowledge to bring the NCMA TG’s initiatives into fruition. Item 9.f. - Page 115 Qualifications Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 4 WSC Team Qualifications The following table outlines the qualifications and credentials of WSC’s team. Consolidated resumes are included in Appendix B. Dan Heimel, PE, MS – Project Manager MS, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Cal Poly, SLO BS, Environmental Sciences, Chico Civil Engineer, CA #80762 SWRCB Registered D4 Operator #28472 SWRCB Registered T2 Operator #26014  More than 13 years of engineering and operations experience in the water industry, specifically water supply analysis.  Project Manager for the As-Needed Engineering Services for the NCMA TG since 2010 and has developed an in-depth understanding of the regional and contextual issues of the NCMA, as well as established relationships with local stakeholders and adjacent agencies.  Project Manager for the FY 2014/15 Water Supply, Production and Delivery Plan of the NCMA.  Project Manager for the Lopez Dam Spillway Raise project that applied the existing reservoir model to analyze safe yield impacts associated with raising the spillway.  Project Engineer for Hydraulic Modeling of the Coastal Branch Pipeline, Lopez Pipeline Capacity Assessment and Re-evaluation, and the Chorro Valley Pipeline Model Development for the County of San Luis Obispo.  WSC’s Project Manager for the San Luis Obispo County Flood Control and Water Conservation District’s Paso Basin Supply Options Study and Santa Barbara County Water Agency’s Long Term Supplemental Water Supply Alternatives Report.  Project Manager for the San Luis Obispo County Flood Control and Water Conservation District’s Low Reservoir Response Plan, along with several other related projects.  Former Chair of the Water Quality Committee for the Bay Area Water Supply and Conservation Agency. Jeff Szytel, PE, MS, MBA – Principal in Charge MBA, UCLA MS, Civil and Environmental Engineering, UCLA BS, Civil and Environmental Engineering, UC Davis Civil Engineer, CA #63004  Over 17 years of civil engineering experience for clients throughout California and the Central Coast.  Experience on more than 85 water and wastewater projects in CA and NV, including more than 35 planning documents, 150 mgd of water and wastewater pumping stations and treatment plants up to 100 mgd.  Principal in Charge and Project Manager for Staff Extension Services and Water Resources Engineering Services for the NCMA TG and SLO County for more than seven years.  Principal in Charge for the 2015 Urban Water Management Plans for the City of Arroyo Grande and Pismo Beach.  Provided on-call consulting for groundwater treatment, regulatory review, technology evaluation, system implementation and long term planning for several water agencies, including the Cities of Pismo Beach, Grover Beach, and Arroyo Grande.  Managed the NCMA TG Lopez Pipeline Hydraulic Analysis and Re-Evaluation, Hydraulic Modeling of the Coastal Branch Pipeline, and the Chorro Valley Pipeline Model Development.  Responsible for securing nearly $20M in low interest loans, $6M in grants, $16,000 in rebates, and is in the process of securing an additional $140M in funding.  Senior Technical Resource for the San Luis Obispo County Flood Control and Water Conservation District’s Paso Basin Water Supply Options Study and Santa Barbara County Water Agency’s Long Term Supplemental Water Supply Alternatives Report.  Routinely attends the NCMA TG and other meetings which assures strong working knowledge of local and regional political, jurisdictional and regulatory context. Item 9.f. - Page 116 Qualifications Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 5 Dylan Wade, PE – QA/QC BS, Civil Engineering, BYU Civil Engineer, CA #64044  Over 15 years of experience in water planning, design and construction, including extensive utility experience managing and developing water systems.  Technical Advisor and QA/QC for several on-call contracts for the following clients: NCMA TG, and the Cities of Arroyo Grande, Pismo Beach, and San Luis Obispo.  Project Manager for San Miguelito Mutual Water Company’s Chevron Tank Farm Service Extension Feasibility Study which assessed the capacity of the water and wastewater systems.  Project Manager for Cayucos Sanitary District’s Development of Conceptual Alternatives for the Treatment and Disposal of Wastewater and is the Senior Technical Advisor for their Sustainable Water Project.  Resident Engineer for several large projects in the County, including the upgrade of the Lopez Water Treatment Plant, the Morro Bay Desalination Plant Brackish Reverse Osmosis System, and the Los Osos Sewer Project.  Highly successful grant management and grant writing experience and has established relationships with Division of Drinking Water (DDW) and the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB).  Significant experience in permitting water projects through DDW, SWRCB, and the Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB), among others.  Former Utilities / Capital Projects Manager at the City of Morro Bay and has a strong understanding of system operation from an owner’s perspective. Josh Reynolds, PE – Engineering Support BS, Civil Engineering, Cal Poly, SLO MS, Civil Engineering, Cal Poly, SLO (in-process) Civil Engineer, CA #65400  Over 15 years of engineering experience along the Central Coast, ensuring strong familiarity of local issues and regional context.  Provides on-call engineering services to several municipalities, including the Cities of Arroyo Grande, Pismo Beach, San Luis Obispo, and Paso Robles, among others.  Performed the role of City and District Engineer for King City and Heritage Ranch CSD, respectively.  QA/QC for California American Water’s Staff Extension Services for their Ventura District, which includes 17 separate Capital Improvement Projects.  Technical Advisor for the City of Pismo Beach’s Regional Groundwater Sustainability Project and Big Bear Area Regional Wastewater Agency’s Bear Valley Water Sustainability Project.  Performed collection system analysis and hydraulic modeling for the Cayucos Sanitary District’s Sustainable Water Project.  Senior Advisor for San Miguelito Mutual Water Company’s Groundwater Recharge and Supply Evaluation.  Prepared more than 15 water and/or wastewater master plans, including for the Cities of Pismo Beach and Arroyo Grande.  Project Engineer for District Engineering Services for San Miguel CSD where he reviewed improvement plans and supported their water and sewer system.  Strong combination of planning, design, and construction experience Item 9.f. - Page 117 Qualifications Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 6 Lianne Westberg, PE, MS, CEM – Water & Energy Efficiency MS, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Stanford University BS, Mechanical Engineering, Cal Poly, SLO Mechanical Engineer, CA #35941 Certified Energy Manager, #21981  Program Manager for the Energy and Water Manager for the County of San Luis Obispo and for the Energy Watch – Facility Inventory and Database Project.  Performed energy evaluations for over 20 municipal facilities and solar assessments of over 15 sites, including sites located in the City of Arroyo Grande and Pismo Beach.  Extensive experience with energy efficiency, renewable energy, and utility program support, including the water- energy nexus, and integrating energy and climate into water, wastewater, and groundwater planning.  Program Manager for the City of Pismo Beach’s Regional Groundwater Sustainability Project.  Project Engineer for the City of SLO’s Recycled Water System Assessment where she worked closely with PG&E to identify energy efficiency opportunities.  Prepared funding strategies for various clients to assist with the implementation of CIP’s.  Project Manager the City of Pismo Beach’s Energy Efficiency Evaluation and Well Condition Assessment.  Staff Engineer for SLO County’s Coastal Branch Supplemental Modeling Scenarios.  Project Manager for Heritage Ranch CSD’s System Energy Plan and conducted Energy Use Studies for California American Water’s Monterey and Sacramento Districts where she performed an analysis of operation optimization and energy efficiency opportunities to reduce energy usage.  Has completed several projects for the City of Pismo Beach, City of Arroyo Grande, and Oceano CSD.  Assisted the County of San Luis Obispo in obtaining $2.2 million in 1% interest loans from the California Energy Commission.  Established relationships with funding program administrators at the State Water Resources Control Board, California Energy Commission and investor-owned electric utilities. Ron Munds – Water Supply Planning / Funding & Financing BS, Natural Resources Management, Cal Poly, SLO  More than 26 years of experience leading critical municipal initiatives through his role in water supply planning and conservation for the City of San Luis Obispo.  Project Manager for the City of San Luis Obispo’s Groundwater Modeling Project which is being completed in conjunction with the City of San Luis Obispo’s Water Resource Recovery Facility Upgrades.  Project Manager for the On-Call Grant Assistance for the Los Osos Groundwater Basin Management Committee.  Providing support for the County of San Luis Obispo’s Water and Energy Manager and the Energy – Watch Inventory and Database Project.  Former Project Manager for implementing the City of San Luis Obispo’s Energy Management Policy.  Project Manager and/or lead author for more than 11 2015 Urban Water Management Plans for clients throughout California, including the City of Pismo Beach and Arroyo Grande.  Project Manager for the City of San Luis Obispo’s Water Rate Study and the Water and Wastewater Development Impact Fees.  Technical Advisor for the City of San Luis Obispo’s Water and Recycled Water Master Plans.  Experience securing millions of dollar in funding from the following programs: Clean Water State Revolving Fund Recycled Water Grants Program, Bureau of Reclamation WaterSmart Grants, DWR Proposition 50 Water Use Efficiency Grant, California Energy Commission Energy & Water Nexus Grants, IRWM Proposition 50 & 84 Grants, SWRCB’s Division of Drinking Water Proposition 50 Water Security Grants, SWRCB’s Storm Water Grant Program, and the SWRCB’s Recycled Water Grant Program.  Past Chair (2010-2015) of the San Luis Obispo County Partners in Water Conservation. Item 9.f. - Page 118 Qualifications Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 7 Spencer Waterman – Water Supply Planning / Funding & Financing BS, City and Regional Planning, Cal Poly, SLO AWWA Water Use Efficiency Practitioner – Grade 1, Cert. #1714  Provided as-needed research and analysis support for engineering services for the NCMA TG, which included SLO County IRWM Funding Applications and water supply and demand analysis to inform water resources management actions.  Helped secured $400,000 from the IRWM Planning Grant Round 2 for the NCMA TG.  Staff planner for the NCMA TG Local Groundwater Assistance Grant Program Application Package.  Staff Planner for the District’s Low Reservoir Response Plan, the City or Arroyo Grande’s monthly Water Status Update and the City of Pismo Beach’s Water Master Plan.  Staff Planner for the City of Grover Beach’s Funding and Financing Support.  Provided as-needed services for the Cities of Arroyo Grande, Pismo Beach, and Grover Beach.  Staff planner for the City of Pismo Beach’s Regional Groundwater Sustainability Project, Cayucos Sanitary District’s Sustainable Water Project, and Big Bear Area Regional Water Agency’s Bear Valley Sustainability Project.  Project Manager for the City of Arroyo Grande and Pismo Beach’s 2015 Urban Water Management Plans.  Staff Planner for San Luis Obispo County Flood Control and Water Conservations District’s Paso Basin Supplemental Water Supply Options Study, California American Water’s Flair Spectrum Water Supply Assessment, and Santa Barbara County Water Agency’s Long Term Supplemental Water Supply Alternatives Report.  Provided land use planning, demographic, spatially allocated demand, and population projections for water and/or sewer master plans for the Cities of Arroyo Grande, San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, and Santa Maria, among others.  Provides water use efficiency Best Management Practices implementation and California Urban Water Conservation Council support services, including tracking, planning, and reporting compliance for Nipomo CSD. Rebecca Nissley, EIT – Engineering Support BS, Environmental Engineering, Penn State Engineer-in-Training, #020084  Experience in the development of site layouts, plans, and permitting for erosion and sediment control.  Providing engineering support for the 2015-2016 NCMA TG’s Staff Extension Services.  Engineering support for the City of Pismo Beach’s Regional Groundwater Sustainability Project, where she assisted in the development of the Water Recycling Funding Program application.  Staff Engineer for the South San Luis Obispo County Sanitation District’s Recycled Water Facilities Planning Study.  Engineering support for the development of the Zone 3 Drought Preparedness Sub-Committee.  Provided data management for the NCMA TG, as well as the Low Reservoir Response Plan, including litigation support as-needed.  Staff Engineer for the commissioning of the Water System and Wastewater Treatment Facility Evaluation Phase I for the California Army National Guard Camp Roberts, and is in the process of completing Phase II – Design. Item 9.f. - Page 119 Qualifications Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 8 Adam Rianda, EIT – Engineering Support BS, Environmental Engineering, Cal Poly, SLO Engineer-in-Training, #146168  Experience includes surface water hydrology and hydraulics, stormwater management planning and design, and flood hazard assessment.  Project Engineer for the County of San Luis Obispo’s Nacimiento Pipeline Repair Hydraulic Capacity and Energy Evaluation.  Project Engineer for the design of the City of Arroyo Grande’s Le Point Area Main Upgrade and the Alpine Waterline.  Staff Engineer for Big Bear City CSD’s Water System Best Management Plan and their Sewer Master Plan.  Engineering Support for the City of Morro Bay’s Chorro Creek Stream Gage.  Updated Flood Control Study for County Services Area 50 for the Monterey County Resource Management Agency.  Staff Engineer for the commissioning of the Water System and Wastewater Treatment Facility Evaluation Phase I for the California Army National Guard Camp Roberts, and is completing Phase II – Design.  Developed the hydrology and hydraulic modeling for Monterey County Water Resources Agency’s Canyon del Rey Master Drainage Plan.  Assistant Engineer for the Stormwater Management Planning and Design for the Parkside Trails Development.  Staff Engineer and provided inspection services for California American Water’s San Clemente Dam Removal and Carmel River Re-route.  Completed Stormwater Management Planning and Design for the Promenade Property and the Cowen Property in the City of Antioch. Emily Iskin, EIT – Funding & Financing BS, Biological Systems Engineering, UC Davis Engineer-in-Training, #156080  Supporting the funding efforts for the NCMA TG’s As-Needed Services.  Staff Engineer for the City of San Luis Obispo’s On-Call Engineering and Design Services and is currently providing planning services for the City’s Groundwater Modeling Project and the Recycled Water Facilities Planning Study.  Engineering support for the County of San Luis Obispo’s Energy and Water Manager where she is developing energy and water management strategies for various County facilities.  Staff Engineer for the South San Luis Obispo County Sanitation District’s Satellite Water Resource Recovery Facility and Groundwater Recharge Planning Study.  Engineering support for Big Bear Area Regional Wastewater Agency’s Bear Valley Water Sustainability Project.  Engineering support for the City of San Luis Obispo’s Water Resource Recovery Facility.  Providing engineering support and data management for five of California American Water’s 2015 Urban Water Management Plans for the following District’s: Sacramento, Monterey, Ventura, Los Angeles, and San Diego. Item 9.f. - Page 120 Qualifications Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 9 Local & Responsive Services WSC’s San Luis Obispo office, and our entire project team, are located just minutes away from the NCMA, and our staff are actively engaged with the NCMA agencies on a daily basis. The agencies know and trust us, and appreciate our knowledge, commitment and insight. Like the agencies and surrounding stakeholders, WSC has a vested interest in the success of the NCMA. TG. Our local presence and ongoing work with the project stakeholders provides multiple benefits to the NCMA TG. We routinely conduct in-person meetings, provide effective face-to-face communication and deliver a high level of responsiveness. Our approach and availability have reduced agency staff workload, limited travel costs and increased adaptability, allowing us to provide seamless staff extension services. The WSC Team has been actively involved in assisting the NCMA TG and other agencies in managing their diverse supplies and regional infrastructure for the past 7 years. In addition to the work with the NCMA TG, WSC is actively engaged with the County of San Luis Obispo Flood Control and Water Conservation District (SLOCFC&WCD), and has assisted the SLOCFC&WCD in capacity evaluations of the Lopez Pipeline and Coastal Branch pipelines and managed the development of the Lopez Reservoir Spillway Raise Project. This involvement with the surrounding stakeholders has provided the WSC Team with unmatched knowledge of the issues and key considerations that NCMA TG deals with on a daily basis. The knowledge gained through our ongoing involvement with these relevant projects, and many others, will allow the WSC team to maintain its momentum, and continue to provide the NCMA TG with informed, relevant technical guidance. For the past seven years, the WSC team has worked closely with each of the NCMA Agencies, nearby stakeholders and relevant regulatory agencies. WSC’s attendance at every NCMA TG and Zone 3 TAC Meeting eliminates the need to come up to speed and will allow us to maintain momentum in FY 2015/16. Item 9.f. - Page 121 Qualifications Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 10 WSC’s Team Provides Staff Extension Services Throughout California WSC routinely provides staff extension and on-call services to special districts, investor owned utilities, cities, counties, and regulatory agencies throughout California. The following map depicts WSC’s as- needed and staff extension services clients. The following pages consist of representative projects that have been completed by the Project Team with pertinent information on how the experience gained qualifies WSC to accomplish the scope of services for the NCMA TG’s Staff Extension Services. “WSC helped Big Bear Lake DWP secure more than $5 million in federal assistance to support our badly needed water system improvements. We are very appreciative of everything they’ve done, and can’t thank them enough” -William La Haye, Water Resources Manager Big Bear Lake Department of Water and Power “Whenever working with WSC, I have the confidence of knowing that our best interests are being looked after and that our projects are in the hands of professionals.” -Rick Saldivar, Operations Manager California American Water “WSC has demonstrated its organizational skills, creativity, and innovation that will add value to the project, incorporate triple bottom line benefits, and appropriately manage expectations.” –Carrie Mattingly, Utilities Director City of San Luis Obispo, CA Item 9.f. - Page 122 Qualifications Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 11 NCMA Water Resources Consulting Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group (Cities of Arroyo Grande, Pismo Beach, Grover Beach, Oceano Community Services District), CA Program Overview WSC has been providing ongoing water resources consulting services to the NCMA TG for seven years, including meeting planning and facilitation, water resources engineering support, and special project development and management. WSC also supports the NCMA TG with stakeholder outreach and communication, including public meeting presentations, as well as consultant procurement and management, technical review of the annual reporting process required by the groundwater basin adjudication, and conducting multiple specialty technical studies to support the ongoing water resource management initiatives of the TG members. WSC represents the NCMA TG in multiple regional stakeholder venues, including the Zone 3 Technical Advisory Meeting, regional IRWM meetings, and the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin Technical Subcommittee. Working on behalf of the NCMA TG members, WSC has:  Helped secure more the $400,000 in IRWM grant funding to support regional recycled water planning and characterization of the NCMA and NMMA of the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin.  Developed a Water Supply, Production, and Delivery Plan to determine their available water supply, production and delivery capacity, and seasonal demands for the 2014/15 Fiscal Year.  Managed the preparation and submission to the California Supreme Court of six Annual Monitoring Reports.  Worked with the NCMA TG to install transducers in critical groundwater monitoring wells in the basin.  Managed the preparation of a feasibility study to investigate raising Lopez Dam to increase local water supplies; leveraged an existing reservoir model to evaluate an updated safe yield analysis.  Facilitated the development of a mission statement and a strategic plan for the NCMA TG. Relevance to the Agencies:  Evaluated supplemental State Water Project supply alternatives, including short and long- term options.  Facilitated multiple planning sessions to develop strategies to enhance water resources management in the Northern Cities area.  Participated in the Integrated Regional Water Management planning process.  Developed a comprehensive plan for the supply, demand, and delivery of groundwater and surface water.  Deep familiarity with regional water supply.  Analyzed operational changes to the agencies’ distribution systems that would strengthen the region’s water portfolio.  Conducted numerous hydraulic modeling and feasibility studies. Completion Date: On-Going Contract Amount: $283,699 Item 9.f. - Page 123 Qualifications Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 12 Low Reservoir Response Plan San Luis Obispo County Flood Control and Water Conservation District Zone 3, CA Program Overview WSC assisted the SLOCFC&WCD, the Zone 3 agencies and local agriculture stakeholders in developing a Low Reservoir Response Plan (LRRP) for Lopez Reservoir. The purpose of the LRRP is to limit downstream releases and municipal diversions from Lopez Reservoir during periods of low reservoir storage (i.e. less than 20,000 AF) to preserve water within the reservoir, above the minimum pool level, for a minimum of 3 to 4 years under continuing drought conditions. To achieve this, the LRRP prescribes an initial set of baseline actions, which include tiered reductions in municipal deliveries and downstream releases, and establishes a framework for adaptive management to allow for flexible reservoir management as hydrologic conditions evolve. To develop the LRRP, WSC developed a model for Lopez Reservoir that allowed the Zone 3 Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) to evaluate possible drought scenarios and their potential impact on reservoir storage. The results from these scenarios and input from the SLOCFC&WCD, Zone 3 agency representatives and agriculture stakeholders were used to develop the tiered reductions, in municipal deliveries and downstream releases, which are included in the LRRP. To facilitate stakeholder engagement, WSC hosted a series of workshops with SLOCFC&WCD Staff, Zone 3 Agencies and agriculture representatives to obtain input and gain buy-in for the LRRP. Following the development of the draft LRRP, WSC presented the plan to the Zone 3 agency governing boards to gain the necessary agency approvals. Since the adoption of the LRRP, WSC has helped guide the Zone 3 TAC through the implementation of the LRRP and the initial prescribed reductions in municipal deliveries and downstream releases from the reservoir. Relevance to the Agencies:  Developed the drought mitigation response plan or Low Reservoir Response Plan for Lopez Reservoir.  Coordinated numerous workshops with SLOCFC&WCD staff, Zone 3 agencies and agriculture representatives to gain input and buy-in for a water supply management plan.  Evaluated current and projected demands and compared against available supplies.  Developed supply and demand prediction model for use in evaluating future drought scenarios.  Gathered and compiled data for Lopez Reservoir and the Zone 3 agencies.  Calculated the minimum health and safety water demands for the Zone 3 customers.  Established relationships with agricultural stakeholders. Completion Date: 2015 Contract Amount: $22,952 Item 9.f. - Page 124 Qualifications Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 13 Staff Extension Services California American Water Company, Various District, CA Program Overview WSC has been providing staff extension services to California American Water’s (CAW) since 2007. For their Ventura District, WSC has provided staff extension services for seventeen capital improvement projects. Guiding these projects from planning through design, construction and project close-out, WSC managed the implementation of a welded steel tank, rehabilitation of three reservoirs, two booster station projects, two pipeline projects, and five tank recoating projects. WSC is currently managing two additional booster pump station replacements and designing two pipeline projects. WSC also provided staff extension services for the planning, design, and construction of some of CAW’s most complex and high profile projects within their Sacramento District, over a four year period. These projects included three pump stations, two tanks, and nearly 50,000 LF of main replacement. For their Los Angeles District, WSC’s services have included design and project and construction management. Projects include the design for a well pump to waste system and the replacement of a water main. In addition, WSC is managing the design and construction of a new booster station and a new welded steel reservoir, pending permits and environmental clearances. In conjunction, an updated system head curve is required for the pump design and selection, resulting in the need for an updated and calibrated system model. In addition to the staff extension services described above, WSC also served as the Program and Construction Manager for the San Clemente Dam Removal and Carmel River Re-route which is the largest dam removal and river restoration project ever completed in California, as well as for the planning, design and implementation of downstream fish passages improvements for the Los Padres Dam. WSC also developed CAW’s 2005 and 2010 Urban Water Management Plans, is in the process of developing their 2015 Plans, and completed the Chromium VI Treatment and Blending Feasibility Study for all five of their Districts. Relevance to the Agencies:  Providing staff extension services on an as- needed basis.  Highly visible projects with multiple stakeholders and jurisdictions.  Managed numerous complex and diverse projects to meet schedule and budget.  Many projects involved numerous stakeholders and regulatory agencies and have successfully developed an agreed upon outcome for all projects.  Engaged in all aspects of engineering throughout project life- cycle.  Provided staffing updates, prepared RFP’s, managed the bidding process, recommended contract awards, and represented the Owner at public meetings. Completion Date: On-Going Contract Amount: $7,843,635 (total) Item 9.f. - Page 125 Qualifications Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 14 Cayucos Sustainable Water Project Cayucos Sanitary District, Cayucos, CA Program Overview WSC is assisting the Cayucos Sanitary District (District) with the Cayucos Sustainability Water Project (CSWP) to evaluate wastewater treatment and water reuse alternatives for the community of Cayucos. The District is evaluating alternatives for the development of a Water Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF) to treat sewage from its collection system and to provide a beneficial use for the treated wastewater. To identify the most cost effective treatment and beneficial use option for the community, WSC is currently assisting the District in completing the initial tasks for the Cayucos Sustainable Water Project. These initial tasks include: project chartering, beneficial use analysis, wastewater characterization, siting analysis, funding and financial strategy, and wastewater collection system evaluation. Additionally, WSC is providing Program Management services for the CSWP, which include: schedule management; stakeholder outreach coordination; meeting coordination and facilitation; action item/data request/project decision tracking; and sub consultant management. Following the completion of the initial tasks, WSC will utilize the data and findings from the initial tasks to perform the comparative analysis, which will include the evaluation of wastewater treatment and beneficial reuse options, including: secondary treatment; tertiary agricultural irrigation; indirect potable reuse (i.e. groundwater recharge; surface water augmentation); and direct potable reuse. The comparative analysis will also include evaluation of WRRF site locations in three different distinct locations: Cayucos Valley; Willow Creek Valley; and Toro Creek Valley. Relevance to the Agencies:  Providing Program Management services for an advanced water purification project.  Coordinating with regulators and project stakeholders, including the RWQCB, County Planning, CCC, local water purveyors and regional partners.  Developed an in-depth funding and financing strategy.  Analyzing the groundwater basin to determine the feasibility of groundwater recharge.  Organize and facilitate bi-weekly meetings with the project team and local stakeholders.  Represents the District at Council and/or board meetings.  Serves as a liaison to the District’s lawyers in relation to this project.  Managing the development of a beneficial reuse project for a Central Coast community. Completion Date: On-Going Contract Amount: $1,136,669 Item 9.f. - Page 126 Qualifications Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 15 Groundwater Recharge & Supply Evaluation San Miguelito Mutual Water Company, Avila Beach, CA Program Overview The WSC team supported San Miguelito Mutual Water Company (SMMWC) to evaluate groundwater recharge and supply availability. As part of on- going work, WSC characterized the sustainable yield of SMMWC’s groundwater supplies. The analysis included precipitation, local springs and creeks, natural and anthropogenic discharges from the system, and available groundwater supply. WSC is conducted a review of the area geology and hydrogeology and collected data related to existing wells, springs, and streams. WSC also evaluated water quality data from previous testing efforts to characterize the water quality in the major tributary areas. WSC performed modeling using a multi-distributed parameter watershed model. The model estimated the portion of precipitation that recharges the study area. The Natural Resource Conservation Service Soils Survey Geographic Database (SSURGO) was used for soil type, soil properties, and vegetation coverage data. Published literature data for bedrock and vegetation properties, as well as local knowledge and data was used regarding detailed geologic and geophysical subsurface information. WSC also calculated the flows in San Luis Obispo Creek available to recharge the subbasin. This analysis accounted for environmental requirements for residual flow in the creek. WSC combined the different models to provide estimates of the amount of surplus water that may be hydrogeologically feasible to extract from the groundwater basins. WSC’s analysis of groundwater recharge and available water supply provided SMMC with the necessary water resource information to make informed decisions about its future water supply availability. Relevance to the Agencies:  Comprehensive modeling of groundwater and surface water to estimate available water supply.  Leveraging existing analytical tools to provide sound water management decision-making.  Assessment of surface and groundwater resources, including the interaction of surface and groundwater systems to determine water supply availability.  Active stakeholder coordination including the mutual water company as well as a major developer interested in obtaining a reliable water supply.  Watershed and groundwater modeling to determine perennial yield of the groundwater resource. Completion Date: On-Going Contract Amount: $142,390 Item 9.f. - Page 127 Qualifications Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 16 Paso Basin Supplemental Water Supply Options County of San Luis Obispo Flood Control & Water Conservation District, Paso Robles, CA Program Overview WSC is playing key roles in the recently initiated study of potential supplemental water supply options for the Paso Robles Groundwater Basin (Paso Basin). The Paso Basin has experienced dropping groundwater levels over several decades and recent increased declines have caused numerous rural residential landowner’s wells to go dry. As part of the Supply Options study, the SLOCFC&WCD is evaluating potential supplemental water supply options (i.e. Nacimiento Water, State Water Project Water and Recycled Water) to bring the basin back into balance. The project will include preliminary identification and quantification of the full range of potential supplement supply alternatives sources, a fatal flaw analysis to eliminate the less favorable options, and a rough screening analysis to identify areas for further study. Groundwater levels in the area are a topic of public concern, and extensive public outreach and coordination are included. WSC’s focus for this project is on evaluating the availability to utilize the Coastal Branch pipeline of the State Water Project to provide additional water for the Paso Basin. The analysis includes quantification of available supply, evaluation of the pipeline and the Polonio Pass Water Treatment Plant capacity, and investigation of contractual/economic considerations for allowing a new agency to purchase delivery capacity in the existing infrastructure. Relevance to the Agencies:  Evaluated Nacimiento, State Water Project and Recycled Water options.  Key step towards preparation of a Groundwater Basin Management Plan.  Coordination with agencies and the public.  Worked with regional stakeholders to identify solutions to bring water supply and demand back into balance.  Evaluated numerous exchange/transfer concepts to utilize the storage capacity of the Paso Basin to benefit water supply reliability for the Central Coast Region.  Facilitated numerous stakeholder meetings to obtain input and stakeholder buy-in.  Leveraged existing work to add value and save money.  Evaluated triple bottom line benefits, including social, agricultural, environmental, and economical Completion Date: On-Going Contract Amount: $149,427 Item 9.f. - Page 128 Qualifications Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 17 Hydraulic Modeling for the Lopez Pipeline and the Coastal Branch County of San Luis Obispo / Central Coast Water Authority, San Luis Obispo, CA Program Overview WSC was hired by San Luis Obispo County and Central Coast Water Authority to perform a capacity assessment of the Coastal Branch of the State Water Project (SWP). WSC developed a GIS-based hydraulic model and performed a capacity assessment on the Coastal Branch pipeline. This 100-mile pipeline is a critical regional conveyance facility for the Central Coast. WSC created a WaterGEMS ® hydraulic model of the pipeline using GIS shapefiles as as-built construction drawings. WSC led the calibration of the pipeline hydraulic model using historical SCADA pressure and flow data for the pipeline. During model development, WSC coordinated a workshop with the San Luis Obispo County and the Central Coast Water Authority to review the accuracy of the model and clarify data anomalies. WSC also developed flow test procedures to field test the model capacity of the pipeline. Using numerous demand/delivery scenarios, WSC identified surplus capacity within the Coastal Branch pipeline to deliver additional SWP water to the Central Coast. During the project, WSC identified sites suitable for in- conduit hydropower and estimated potential annual electricity generation. As an extension to the project, WSC performed a pressure class evaluation to determine the potential to further increase delivery capacity based on the maximum operating hydraulic grade line (HGL) of the pipeline. WSC developed the maximum operating HGL for reaches 5A2, 5B, and 6 of the Coastal Branch pipeline by incorporating GIS shapefiles with pipeline elevations. WSC compared pipeline HGL, under various scenarios, against the maximum operating HGL to determine maximum capacity of the pipeline to deliver SWP supplies to the Central Coast. WSC developed pipeline reinforcement recommendations for increasing the capacity of pipeline. Relevance to the Agencies:  Developed a GIS-based hydraulic model of the Coastal Branch of the State Water Project, including more than 100 miles of pipeline varying in diameter from 33 inches to 60 inches.  Established comprehensive documentation of the contract allocations and operating practices for the Coastal Branch.  Worked with the San Luis Obispo County and State Water Project stakeholders to define various delivery scenarios and analyzed the impact of delivering varying quantities of State Water to locations throughout San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties.  Identified sites suitable for in-conduit hydro-power and estimated annual electricity generation potential.  In-depth understanding of the NCMA TG’s water supply.  Established relationships with the County of SLO and the Central Coast Water Authority. Completion Date: 2011 Contract Amount: $139,300 Item 9.f. - Page 129 Qualifications Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 18 Long Term Supplemental Water Supply Alternatives Report Santa Barbara County Water Agency, Santa Barbara, CA Program Overview The County of Santa Barbara County Water Agency (Agency) hired the Project Team determine how to better leverage local and regional water supplies to manage droughts and become less reliant on imported water. The County of Santa Barbara (County) covers nearly 3,000 square miles, and includes coastal and inland communities, prime agriculture land and vast open space spanning five distinct hydrologic sub-regions. Existing supplies include local surface and groundwater, imported State Project Water, recycled water, and ocean desalination. This project identified long-term water supply options for the County, and included the following primary components: 1) evaluated the supply and demand balance across the entire County, and within each sub-region, to better understand the specific challenges and opportunities in each sub-region and in the County, as a whole; 2) conducted extensive stakeholder outreach to leverage existing infrastructure, concepts and resources while building cooperation, buy-in and consensus; 3) characterized and developed sub-regional, regional and inter-regional supply options, including conjunctive use and groundwater banking, optimization of surface storage, recycled water, desalination and imported supplies and exchanges; 4) evaluated the availability, reliability, cost and implementation considerations of the various options; and 5) combined supply options into regional and inter-regional alternatives to meet projected long-term demands under a range of hydrologic scenarios. The project included the formation of a working group of “Supply Planning Partners” made up of representatives from local and regional water purveyors, wastewater districts, reservoir owners/operators and groundwater basin managers. The Supply Planning Partners formed the backbone of the stakeholder outreach strategy, and dovetailed with a broader public education and outreach program that included public meetings, web-based resources, and published information. Relevance to the Agencies:  Evaluated sub-regional, regional and inter-regional opportunities to exchange water supplies to improve sustainability.  Evaluation of potential supply options including, conjunctive use, increase surface water storage, recycled water, desalination, imported supplies and exchanges.  Developed “Supply Planning Partners” working group as part of a multi-tiered stakeholder outreach strategy.  Development of a local working group, encourages stakeholder buy-in and provides public education. Completion Date: On-Going Contract Amount $75,000 Item 9.f. - Page 130 Qualifications Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 19 Staff Augmentation Services City of Camarillo, CA Program Overview WSC is providing ongoing as-needed project management consulting services to the City of Camarillo (City) for various projects including managing the implementation of multiple new recycled water customers, relocating the groundwater control well as a part of the City’s Title 22 Waste Discharge Requirements, and managing the design and construction of a recycled water tank. To facilitate connection of new recycled water customers, WSC designed onsite service connections, new irrigation booster pump station, and a backup potable water connection. WSC managed the bidding, contracting and construction of the improvement projects. WSC also worked closely with the Division of Drinking Water to ensure compliance with the State’s recycled water standards. This included proactive collaboration with the Division of Drinking Water at various stages of planning, design and construction. The project also included coordinating the effort to switch out meter boxes and sprinkler heads as well as adding appropriate signage to protect public health. In this role, WSC is serving as an extension of the City’s staff, performing typical tasks as internal staff, including preparing contract award recommendations for City council meetings, attending internal staff meetings, and coordinating and managing consultants. This staff extension role has allowed the City to maintain progress on these projects without impacting the staff’s current workload. Relevance to the Agencies:  Providing staff augmentation services to supplement in house resources.  Coordination with the State Water Resources Control Board and Division of Drinking Water representatives.  Managing projects from planning to implementation as an extension of the City’s Staff to alleviate staff availability for other ongoing initiatives. Completion Date: On-Going Contract Amount: $374,300 Item 9.f. - Page 131 Qualifications Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 20 As-Needed Engineering & Hydraulic Modeling Services City of Victorville, CA & Otay Water District, CA Program Overview WSC is currently providing on-call engineering and hydraulic modeling services for the City of Victorville and Otay Water District. For the City of Victorville, WSC is supplementing in-house staff resources to update their water model, verify the calibration, and maintain the updated model. Currently, WSC is developing a Water Feasibility Study to determine the appropriate improvements needed for a proposed development based on hydraulic analysis. WSC is also conducting a model analysis to determine if a pipeline crossing can be cut and capped to accommodate a proposed percolation facility. In addition, WSC is providing other water engineering services on an on-call basis. For Otay Water District, WSC performs on-call hydraulic modeling services for the sanitary sewer model and the potable water system model, including fire flow modeling and capacity evaluations. The modeling services aid in the completion of planned CIP projects and evaluate hydraulic capacity of new CIP pipe and pump replacement projects, including several pump station replacement projects. Relevance to the Agencies:  Conducting as-needed engineering consulting services, including feasibility studies, development support, and water resources engineering to determine the appropriate improvements within their systems.  Integrated multiple data sources, including customer consumption records, land use data, GIS parcel database, and parcel service area boundaries to develop land use demand factors.  Provides technical review for various modeling projects and reports. Completion Date: On-Going (both) Contract Amount: $175,000 (OWD) $91,775 (COV) Item 9.f. - Page 132 Qualifications Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 21 As-Needed Engineering Services Cities of Arroyo Grande, Pismo Beach, and San Luis Obispo, CA Program Overview WSC is providing on-call and/or as-needed engineering services to several local clients, including the Cities of Arroyo Grande, Pismo Beach, and San Luis Obispo. For the City of Arroyo Grande, WSC’s services include as-needed management and engineering of capital projects, permitting support and grant assistance. WSC completed the City’s 2011 Water and Wastewater Master Plan, and is currently developing their 2015 UWMP. Additionally, WSC has, and continues to, represent the City of Arroyo Grande as part of a regional management group to plan water and wastewater related projects. WSC is in process of designing the Le Point Area Main Upgrade and the Alpine Waterline. WSC is currently performing as-needed hydraulic modeling to assist the City with operational and capital decisions and is providing on-going support for implementation of their $18M water system capital improvement program. For the City of Pismo Beach, WSC is performing engineering services for various water, wastewater, and recycled water projects. WSC recently completed the City’s Recycled Water Facilities Planning Study which has led to the implementation of the Regional Groundwater Sustainability Project, which includes the participation of the NCMA TG agencies. Currently, WSC is developing the City’s 2015 Urban Water Management Plan and the Water Master Plan. WSC also provided design services for the 2014 Watermain Replacement Projects, the design and construction administration services for the Five Cities Lift Station, and supported the design for sludge dewatering improvements at the City’s Wastewater Treatment Plant. Among other projects, WSC completed a well condition assessment for Well #23 and #25. For the City of San Luis Obispo, WSC has been providing engineering consulting services since 2011. In addition to being the Program Manager for the City’s Water Resource Recovery Facility Upgrades project, WSC is also developing the City’s Recycled Water Facilities Planning Study and the Groundwater Recharge and Supply Evaluation. WSC has also completed the City’s Recycled Water Pump Station Emergency Response Plan and their Wastewater Collection System Infrastructure Renewal Strategy. Relevance to the Agencies:  Leading efforts to prepare the Groundwater Recharge and Supply Evaluation for the City of SLO.  In-depth knowledge of the water supply, demand, and projections of all three clients.  Ability to leverage work and data from other projects to reduce cost.  Multiple disciplinary projects involving coordination with numerous stakeholders and subcontractors.  Secured $5,600,000 in low interest loans, $150,000 in grants, $1,400 in rebates, in the process of obtaining more than $142,350,000 more. Recently obtained $700,000 of principal loan forgiveness through the Green Project Reserve Program. Completion Date: On-Going (all) Contract Amount: $249,904 (AG On-Call) $148,880 (Pismo On-Call) $167,173 (SLO On-Call)) Item 9.f. - Page 133 Qualifications Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 22 Energy & Water Manager & 2015 Energy Watch Support County of San Luis Obispo, CA Program Overview As the Energy and Water Manager for the County of SLO, WSC is working collaboratively with County staff to achieve reductions in energy and water use at County facilities. Through various contracts, WSC has been working closely with the Public Works department and Planning and Building Department to develop and implement a water and energy management program. WSC’s responsibilities include both high-level guidance to develop County programs, as well as providing ongoing utility billing analysis, support with capital improvement projects, and coordination with various departments to identify improvement opportunities. In 2015, WSC helped the County achieve key milestones including development of data management systems to track and analyze energy usage and identification of more than $100,000 in utility billing credits/rebates for the County. In addition, WSC facilitated goal setting sessions with County staff to develop goals and initiatives for the energy program, developed water usage data management tools and reporting processes, participated in planning and implementation of PG&E’s Sustainable Solutions Turnkey program, assisted with PG&E rate changes expected to yield $100,000 cost savings annually, and helped the County obtain over $2 million in 1% loan funding from the California Energy Commission to fund SST improvements. In 2016, WSC has continued to provide engineering support and coordination for implementation of the SST project, refine data management tools, produce reports, collaborate with various County departments to reduce energy and water usage, and provide as-needed support to County staff. Relevance to the Agencies:  In-depth understanding of the water-energy nexus and incorporating energy savings into water and wastewater facilities and infrastructure.  Identified over $100,000 in utility billing credits/rebates.  Assisted the County with obtaining financing for capital projects, including $2.2 million 1%-interest loan from California Energy Commission.  Acting as staff to help coordinate programs and stakeholders, and implement key initiatives.  Providing flexible services to help staff achieve more with less.  Leveraging data management capabilities to improve understanding and enable decision- making.  Ability to leverage relevant data to streamline collection and save time. Completion Date: On-Going Contract Amount $206,000 Item 9.f. - Page 134 Work Program Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 23 Work Program Project Understanding The ongoing drought on the Central Coast and throughout California has severely impacted the available water supplies for the NCMA agencies. Developing strategies and initiatives for responding to this water shortage while managing ongoing communications with the public has placed a heavy workload on the NCMA agency staff, who are already stretched thin due to their broad range of responsibilities. To extend and enhance their coordinated water resources management efforts, the NCMA agencies are looking to re-establish a Staff Extension Services contract with a select consulting firm. The NCMA TG relies upon your staff extension consultant to provide day-to-day technical support and coordination assistance for your water resource management initiatives and operations. However, you also expect your consultant partner to provide valuable leadership and guidance as you navigate these historic drought conditions on the path to developing a sustainable and drought-resilient water supply portfolio that can serve future generations. Project Approach Based on our review of the scope of work included in the RFP and our understanding of the NCMA TG needs, we developed the following approach for providing staff extension services to assist the NCMA TG in its future initiatives. Facilitated Meetings Reduce Staff Workload & Enhance Collaboration One of the primary challenges facing the NCMA TG members is limited availability. Having a staff extension consultant that can facilitate routine and impromptu meetings, shoulder the majority of the technical and collaboration workload and anticipate the needs for the NCMA TG allows the agency representatives to focus their efforts, and productively engage and direct water resources initiatives. To aid in scheduling impromptu meetings amongst the NCMA representatives, WSC is investigating opportunities to utilize shared calendars to identify dates/times that representatives are available. Shared calendars could provide an opportunity to streamline the scheduling process and save the NCMA TG agency representatives time and money. It is envisioned that the shared calendar would automatically sync with the calendars currently maintained by the NCMA TG Members and information stored in safe, secure location. This information could then be used to schedule impromptu coordination meetings and status update conference calls and eliminate the need to fill out and interpret extensive doodle polls. There are several calendar sharing applications that could improve scheduling of impromptu meetings and streamline coordination efforts. WSC will investigate potential options for online calendars and other information sharing tools (e.g. documents, production reports, task lists) and present them to the NCMA TG for consideration. Item 9.f. - Page 135 Work Program Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 24 Over the past seven years, to enhance collaboration within the NCMA TG and amongst the regional partners and stakeholders, WSC has facilitated over 100 meetings. While this primarily included NCMA TG Meetings, WSC has also organized and facilitated meetings with the Zone 3 Agencies, the NMMA and Santa Maria Valley Management Area (SMVMA) representatives, agriculture stakeholders, San Luis Obispo County and Flood Control and Water Conservation District, IRWM and RWMG stakeholders and others. These meetings and their follow-up collaborative efforts have produced significant results and offer an example to other agencies throughout the County and the State on how agencies can work together to tackle challenging water supply problems. Some of the highlights from these collaborative efforts include, but are not limited to: Low Reservoir Response Plan - To develop the Low Reservoir Response Plan, WSC worked closely with the County, the Zone 3 agencies and numerous agriculture representatives to identify a strategy for managing releases from Lopez Reservoir during extended drought conditions. Groundwater Pumping Reduction – Following the detection of seawater intrusion in 2009, the NCMA agencies have achieved unprecedented reductions in groundwater pumping through extensive conservation efforts and water supply management strategies that focused on maximizing surface water deliveries to help protect the groundwater basin. Lopez Pipeline Capacity Evaluations - Through close coordination with the NCMA agencies and the County, WSC planned and implemented flow tests, evaluated the capacity of the Lopez pipeline, identified flow restricting section(s), recommended improvements and quantified the benefits of those improvements. These efforts allowed the NCMA agencies to significantly increase their surface water deliveries, which played a key role in reducing groundwater pumping and preventing further detections of seawater intrusion. NCMA TG Strategic Plan – WSC facilitated the development of a Strategic Plan for the NCMA TG, which included the development of a mission statement, key objectives, prioritized strategic initiatives and a preliminary implementation plan. IRWM Planning Grant – To assist the NCMA TG in obtaining grant funding for several of its strategic initiatives, WSC helped facilitate the development of two IRWM Planning Grant funded projects: the SMGB Characterization Study; and the Regional Recycled Water Strategic Plan. Both of these projects included partnerships with regional stakeholders and helped move the NCMA agencies closer to the development of a groundwater model and a recycled water program. Since 2010, WSC has facilitated over 100 meetings with the NCMA TG, the Zone 3 agencies, and local regional stakeholders, including local agriculture representatives. Item 9.f. - Page 136 Work Program Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 25 Enhanced Groundwater Monitoring Program – In response to the detection of seawater intrusion in one of its sentry wells, the NCMA TG has made significant improvements to its groundwater monitoring program. These improvements include increased monitoring frequency (i.e. quarterly) and the installation of transducers in the Deep Well Index wells and other key locations. These improvements have helped the NCMA TG better understand how the basin responds to groundwater pumping and will provide essential data for the future development and calibration of a groundwater model. One of the keys to the success that the NCMA TG has achieved has been the coordinated messaging from each of the member agencies to regional stakeholders and the public. Through consistent collaboration, the NCMA agencies have been able to stay on message and avoid many of the pitfalls that many agencies face with external communications. To assist in maintaining this consistent message and further developing the NCMA TG “brand,” the development of a joint logo is an excellent idea. Prior to WSC developing the NCMA logo, WSC will meet with the NCMA TG to brainstorm ideas, including audience, imagery, color preferences and brand. After carefully listening to your preferences and expectations, WSC will initiate the development of the official NCMA logo. Throughout the development process, we will work collaboratively to assure all members of the NCMA are satisfied with the representative logo. Annual Report Provides Opportunity to Document Water Supply Challenges & Successes While the NCMA Annual Report is a requirement of the Adjudication, it also represents an opportunity for the NCMA agencies to produce a report that documents and recognizes the efforts of the NCMA agencies, identifies current and future challenges to water supply, and is a go-to resource for NCMA agency staff, regional stakeholders and the public. Currently, the NCMA Annual Report clearly meets the requirements of the Adjudication, but there may be opportunities to make the report more useful and valuable to the NCMA agencies. One potential option would be to include potential additional information, described below, into the existing report that is submitted to the Court. Alternatively, the NCMA TG could generate a supplemental internal document that could accompany the annual report, but not be included in the Court submission. Comprehensive Water Supply Document – The NCMA agencies rely upon a water supply portfolio that includes three primary sources, not only groundwater from the SMGB, and the status of each of these supplies significantly impacts how the NCMA agencies manage their production year-to-year. Currently, the NCMA Annual reports qualitatively describe the conditions and availability of Lopez and State Water Project (SWP) supplies. However, there are potentially significant opportunities to include additional quantitative and graphical information about the current and historical status of these supplies. The NCMA Annual Report could present an opportunity to develop a comprehensive water supply document that NCMA agency staff and regional stakeholders can utilize to obtain information on the history and current status of all of the NCMA agencies’ water supply resources. WSC proposes to solicit input from the NCMA TG on potential additional information that might improve the usefulness of the NCMA Annual Report. Item 9.f. - Page 137 Work Program Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 26 SMGB Adjudication Reference – The path to the current Adjudication that governs usage of water from the SMGB is a long and complicated one and could be better documented in the NCMA Annual Report. As staff turnover occurs and institutional knowledge is lost, it is increasingly importation that there is a resource available to help future representatives understand the key actions and decision points that led to the current status of water management in the SMGB. This information could be included in the Annual Report or developed as a separate document that could be made available to the NCMA TG members and others, as necessary, to help maintain continuity as the NCMA TG members change. Water Production and Demand Database – The NCMA Annual Report consultant currently maintains a database of all of the production by the NCMA agencies that extends back as far as the 1960s. However, this information is not readily available in the current NCMA Annual Report. Including summary information from this database could provide a useful reference for the NCMA agencies and regional stakeholders and limit future data collection efforts. Production Tracking is a Critical Tool for Water Supply Management Tracking water production for each of the NCMA agencies is a requirement of the Annual Report. However, over the last seven years, the NCMA agencies have identified the benefit of frequently updating the NCMA Production Report and utilizing it as a go-to reference for answering questions from their elected officials, members of the public, and regional stakeholders and water supply planning in this historic drought. As conditions change, the Production Report has adapted, as well. The most recent update to the Production Report includes usage from 2013 and compares it to current demands to assist the agencies in complying with the Governor’s Executive Order mandating 25% reductions in water demand for California. The NCMA Production Report is only as good as the data that it is based on. Therefore, there is a need to verify the data that is currently provided by the NCMA agencies. As requested in the RFP, twice a year verification would provide additional assurance to validate the data in the Production Report. Additionally, it would provide the opportunity to enhance the quality and granularity of the production dataset. Currently, the NCMA production report includes monthly production data for each of the NCMA agencies, but it does not break this data down by well. As the NCMA agencies progress toward improving their understanding of the SMGB hydrogeology and the development of a groundwater model, individual well production data will increasingly valuable. This information can then be incorporated into the NCMA production database and maintained for future reference. The NCMA Production Report is a critical tool for the NCMA agencies in tracking and managing their water supply sources and will continue to be updated to as the NCMA agencies’ needs evolve. Item 9.f. - Page 138 Work Program Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 27 Coordinated Technical & Legal Strategy is Needed to Obtain Water Supply Sustainability in the SMGB Due to limited regulation, managing groundwater pumping in California has been a challenge for a long time and has required adjudication or special legislation. The Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) provides a new legal framework for managing overdrafted basins, for adjudicated basins, many of the “traditional” challenges and frameworks remain. To help address pumping imbalances in the SMGB, the NCMA agencies need a coordinated technical and legal strategy to achieve water supply sustainability within the framework of the current adjudication. While the adjudication provides some structure for water supply management within the SMGB, in its current form it does not prescribe pumping limits or enforceable deadlines for supplemental supply project implementation. Therefore, it has not achieved the goal of water supply sustainability in the basin. As recent legal efforts to limit future pumping demands on the NMMA did not achieve their stated objective, there is a need to further evaluate the root causes of the imbalance between pumping and recharge within the SMGB and to develop future strategies to address this problem. WSC proposes to work closely with the NCMA TG members and their respective legal counsels to develop a coordinated strategy for tackling the current and future water supply challenges facing the SMGB. Funding & Financing One of the biggest challenges limiting the NCMA agencies’ ability to execute some of its highest priority Strategic Plan initiatives has been obtaining funding commitments from regional partners and/or developing effective cost sharing approaches for the larger cost projects. External funding and financing through new and existing programs (e.g. Prop 1) presents an opportunity to overcome these challenges. WSC will leverage its funding & financing task force and funding database to identify promising funding opportunities. Additionally, we will coordinate with NCMA, NMMA agencies and other regional stakeholders to develop cost sharing approaches that leverage grant and low-interest loan funding and allow the NCMA TG’s high priority projects to move forward. WSC assisted the NCMA agencies in obtaining over $400K in IRWM Planning Grant funding to assist in evaluating opportunities for recycled water and improving the understanding of the SMGB hydrogeology. Item 9.f. - Page 139                                                            Work Program  Staff Extension Services   Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group   28  Why Select WSC? The NCMA TG has a choice to make when selecting your partner to provide Staff Extension Services.  We  hope WSC stands out, and here are some of the reasons why we think we will:   Continued momentum. – Our well established relationships and partnerships with the NCMA TG  and other regional stakeholders, along with our extensive relevant knowledge and history mean  that we can continue to build on past successes without losing valuable time or resources  associated with bringing a different consultant on‐board.   History of success. – WSC has been involved in the NCMA TG since its inception and have been  an integral partner in all of your activities and initiatives for the past seven years.  WSC and the  NCMA TG have partnered on several significant projects and initiatives, and WSC has established  a comprehensive understanding of the unique background and context of the NCMA.     Trusted partner. – You know the WSC Team very well, and you know that we will do everything  within our power to represent your interests, identify opportunities, and add value to your  programs.  WSC has a vested interest in the success of the NCMA TG and will not rest until your  expectations are exceeded.   Industry‐leading expertise. – Our Team is known and respected throughout the region and the  state for its integrity, innovation, collaboration and leadership.   By choosing WSC, the NCMA TG  has access to some of the brightest and most committed experts in the industry.         Item 9.f. - Page 140 Proposed Fee Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 29 Proposed Fee WSC’s Proposed Fee is on a “Time and Materials, not to exceed” basis and is attached in separate, sealed envelope. Item 9.f. - Page 141 Appendix A. Submittal Forms Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 30 Appendix A. Submittal Forms Acknowledgement The undersigned declares that she or he:  Has carefully examined the Proposal Specification  Is thoroughly familiar with its content  Is authorized to represent the proposing firm; and  Agrees to perform the work as set forth in the specification and this proposal. Firm Name and Address: Water Systems Consulting, Inc. 3765 South Higuera Street, Suite 200 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Contact Name: Jeff Szytel, PE, MS, MBA Email: Fax: Phone: jszytel@wsc-inc.com (805) 888-2764 (805) 457-8833 x 101 Signature of Authorized Representative Date 5/11/2016 Item 9.f. - Page 142 Appendix A. Submittal Forms Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 31 Certificate of Insurance A+ Insurance Company’s A.M. Best Rating  Certificate of insurance attached Item 9.f. - Page 143 Appendix A. Submittal Forms Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 32 References Number of years engaged in providing the services included within the scope of the specifications under the present business name: 8 . Describe fully the last three contracts performed by your firm that demonstrate your ability to provide the services included within the scope of the specifications. Attach additional pages if required. The City reserves the right to contact each of the references listed for additional information regarding your firm’s qualifications. Reference No. 1 Customer Name Cayucos Sanitary District (CSD) / San Miguelito Mutual Water Company (SMMC) Contact Individual Mr. Rick Koon Telephone & Email (805) 235-5464 rkoon@smmwc.com Street Address 6680 Bay Laurel Place City, State, Zip Code Avila Beach, CA 93424 Date of Services July 2015 - Present (CSD) November 2012 – December 2015 (SMMC) Contract Amount $283,430 (Phase I – CSD) $142,390 (SMMC) Description of Services: For Cayucos Sanitary District (CSD), WSC is assisting the CSD with the Cayucos Sustainable Water Project to evaluate wastewater treatment and water reuse alternatives for the community of Cayucos. The District is evaluating alternatives for the development of a Water Resource Recovery Facility to treat sewage from its collection system and to provide a beneficial use for the treated wastewater. WSC is currently assisting the CSD in completing the initial tasks for the Cayucos Sustainable Water Project, including project chartering, beneficial use analysis, wastewater characterization, siting analysis, funding and financial strategy, and wastewater collection system evaluation. Additionally, WSC is providing Program Management services, which include: schedule management; stakeholder outreach coordination; meeting coordination and facilitation; action item/data request/project decision tracking; and sub consultant management. For San Miguelito Mutual Water Company, WSC is evaluating groundwater recharge and supply availability. As part of the on-going work, WSC is characterizing the sustainable yield of SMMWC’s groundwater supplies. The analysis will include precipitation, local springs and creeks, natural and anthropogenic discharges from the system, and available groundwater supply. Project Outcome: "WSC has been instrumental in assisting the District in identifying, pursuing and obtaining preliminary grant funding to help reduce the cost to our rate payers for the Cayucos Sustainable Water Project. They have worked closely with the funding agencies and our staff to determine funding eligibility and to develop strategies to maximize the amount of grant and low interest loan funding obtainable for the project." - Rick Koon, General Manager - Cayucos Sanitary District and San Miguelito Mutual Water Company Item 9.f. - Page 144 Appendix A. Submittal Forms Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 33 Reference No. 2 Customer Name San Luis Obispo County Flood Control & Water Conservation District Contact Individual Ms. Courtney Howard Telephone & Email (805) 781-1016 choward@ca.slo.ca.us Street Address 976 Osos Street, Room 207 City, State, Zip Code San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 Date of Services August 2010 - Present Contract Amount $162,352 (total) Description of Services: WSC has completed multiple projects for the San Luis Obispo County Flood Control and Water Conservation District, including the State Water Project Coastal Branch Capacity Assessment. WSC preformed a capacity analysis on the Coastal Branch Pipeline to determine the potential for additional State Water Project deliveries on the Central Coast. WSC analyzed numerous demand/delivery scenarios to determine the pipeline’s maximum capacity. In addition, WSC assisted the District, Zone 3 agencies, and local agriculture stakeholders in developing a Low Reservoir Response Plan (LRRP) for Lopez Reservoir. The purpose of the LRRP is to limit downstream releases and municipal diversions from Lopez Reservoir during periods of low reservoir storage (i.e. less than 20,000 AF) to preserve water within the reservoir, above the minimum pool level, for a minimum of 3 to 4 years under continuing drought conditions. WSC also completed the DCPP Desalination Hydraulic Feasibility Study and the Lopez Pipeline Capacity Assessment. Project Outcome: “The relationship worked well in that WSC had the project management lead, which is important for face to face interaction. WSC has great project management skills with solid technical background. Communication was easily facilitated by WSC with technology, detailed technical memoranda and face to face meetings, as necessary.”” –Courtney Howard, PE, Water Resources Engineer SLO County Public Works Department Item 9.f. - Page 145 Appendix A. Submittal Forms Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 34 Reference No. 3 Customer Name City of San Luis Obispo Contact Individual Ms. Carrie Mattingly, Utilities Director Telephone & Email (805) 781-7205 cmatting@slocity.org Street Address 879 Morro Street City, State, Zip Code San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Date of Services 2011 – Present Contract Amount $5,269, 787 (total) Description of Services: WSC has been serving the City of San Luis Obispo since 2011. In this time, WSC has fulfilled several roles to help the City achieve sustainable water, wastewater, and recycled water systems. As part of our services, WSC completed the City’s Recycled Water Assessment, as well as developed an Emergency Response Plan for their recycled water system. WSC also completed the City’s Wastewater Collection Infrastructure Renewal Strategy, and is currently serving at the City’s Program Manager for the Water Resource Recovery Facility Upgrades. In conjunction with the WRRF project, WSC is managing the development for the Groundwater Modeling Project. WSC is also preformed several projects as part of the City’s On-call contract. Project Outcome: “The WSC team has exceeded my expectations (which were high). WSC carefully listens to our thoughts and concerns regarding our project and provides solid solutions that are working. WSC has brought all the right players to the team in order to partner with the City and achieve the desired outcome from this project. From the proposal phase onward WSC has delighted me with its responsiveness, technical knowledge, and demonstrated clear understanding. Our rate payer’s investment in WSC’s services is reaping a positive return. I am so pleased.” – Carrie Mattingly, Utilities Director City of San Luis Obispo Statement of Past Disqualifications The Consultant shall state whether it or any of its officers or employees who have a proprietary interest in it, has ever been disqualified, removed or otherwise prevented from proposing on or completing a federal, state, or local government contract because of the violation of law, a safety regulation, or for any other reason, including by not limited to financial difficulties, project delays, or disputes regarding work or product quality, and if so to explain the circumstances. Do you have any disqualifications as described in the above paragraph to declare?  Yes  No Executed on May 11, 2015 at San Luis Obispo, CA under penalty of perjury of the law of the State of California, that the foregoing is true and correct. Signature of Authorized Consultant Representative Item 9.f. - Page 146 Appendix B. Resumes Staff Extension Services Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group 35 Appendix B. Resumes The following pages consist of consolidated resumes for each of WSC’s team members. Item 9.f. - Page 147 Daniel Eric Heimel, MS, PE Education MS, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo BS, Environmental Science, California State University Chico Professional Registrations Professional Engineer – Civil, California, No. C80762 Operator Certifications SWRCB Registered D4 Operator #28472 SWRCB Registered T2 Operator #26014 Professional Affiliations American Water Works Association, Member Air & Waste Management Association, Member Professional Experience Mr. Heimel has over thirteen years of engineering and operations experience in the water and wastewater industry. He has worked for two public water utilities in an operations capacity, making him knowledgeable of the day-to-day operations that keep water supply, water treatment, and water distribution facilities functioning. His experience includes project and program management, hydraulic modeling, GIS implementation, water quality and drinking water utility regulatory compliance, sampling plan development and implementation, recycled water implementation, pilot studies, water quality and water supply watershed monitoring, groundwater recharge facility operations, and water quality data analysis. Representative Projects Northern Cities, Engineering Services. Project Manager. Provided as-needed engineering services for the City of Arroyo Grande, City of Grover Beach, City of Pismo Beach, and the Oceano Community Services District. Coordinated monthly meetings of the Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group. Interfaced with local and statewide regulatory agencies as an authorized agent of the Northern Cities. Northern Cities, Lopez Pipeline Capacity Assessment. Project Engineer. Created and calibrated a GIS based hydraulic model of the Lopez pipeline to analyze the available capacity of the pipeline to deliver additional State Water Project (SWP) deliveries to the Northern Cities. Evaluated numerous delivery scenarios to determine the maximum delivery potential under exising conditions and potential deliveries with infrastructure improvements. Developed delivery schedules for future SWP deliveries based on historical demand data and pipeline capacity results. Northern Cities Management Area, Fiscal Year 2014-15 Water Supply, Production and Delivery Plan, Central Coast, CA. Project Manager. Prepared a water supply, production and delivery plan for Northern Cities Management Area agencies, which is comprised of the City of Arroyo Grande, City of Grover Beach, City of Pismo Beach and Oceano Community Services District. Developed spreadsheet model to identify the most reliable scenario for potable water supply and delivery while considering implications of contractual surface water allocations and declining groundwater basin yields. Evaluated intertie pipeline capacity between two separate potable water distribution systems using a merged hydraulic model of the two systems. Developed shared cost structure for implementation, operation and maintenance of the intertie pipeline. County of San Luis Obispo, Coastal Branch Pipeline Model Development. Project Engineer. Created a WaterGEMS hydraulic model using GIS shapefiles and as-built construction drawings for the one hundred mile long Coastal Branch pipeline. Oversaw the calibration of the pipeline hydraulic model using historical SCADA pressure and flow data for the pipeline. Coordinated a Model Development Workshop with the County of San Luis Obispo and the Central Coast Water Authority to review the accuracy of the model and clarify data anomalies. Developed flow test procedures to field test the modeled capacity of the pipeline. Item 9.f. - Page 148 Daniel Eric Heimel, PE, MS - Page 2 County of San Luis Obispo, Lopez Pipeline Capacity Re-evaluation. Project Engineer. Evaluated the impact of a pipeline pigging project on pipeline HGL and turnout capacity. Organized a flow test to determine improvement to Hazen -Williams coefficient of 30,000 LF of 18” cement mortar lined steel pipe. Utilized a WaterGEMS hydraulic model to compare pre and post piggin flow test results to determine improvement to pipeline HGL. Quantified improvement to pipeline capacity by estimating increase in turnout capacity. County of San Luis Obispo, Coastal Branch Capacity Assessment. Project Engineer. Performed a capacity analysis on the Coastal Branch pipeline to determine the potential for additional State Water Project deliveries to the Central Coast. Coordinated a Scenario Development Workshop for SWP contractors to determine the specific modeling scenarios to be used in the capacity assessment. Oversaw monthly progress report meetings with the County of San Luis Obispo and the Central Coast Water Authority. Analyzed numerous demand/deliver scenarios to determine the pipeline’s maximum capacity. County of San Luis Obispo, Chorro Valley Pipeline Model Development. Project Engineer. Developed a GIS based hydraulic model for the Chorro Valley Pipeline using information obtained from construction drawings, technical memorandums, and field interviews. Coordinated a pipeline flow test, along the twelve mile long pipeline, to determine operating pressures at varied flow rates. Calibrated the model using historical SCADA data and flow test hydraulic grade line data. Developed a technical memoradum that was used to resolve an observed hydraulic anomaly within the Chorro Valley Pipeline. Central Coast Water Authority, Coastal Branch Pressure Class Evaluation. Project Engineer. Evaluated capacity of the Coastal Branch Pipeline through the development of a maximum operating HGL for Reaches 5A2, 5B, and 6. Developed maximum operating HGL by incorporating GIS shapefiles with pipeline elevation data from record drawings and pressure class information obtained from a detailed structural evaluation of the pipepline. Compared pipeline HGL, under various scenarios, against the maximum operating HGL to determine maximum capacity of the pipeline to deliver State Water Project Water to the Central Coast. Developed pipeline reinforcement recommendations for increasing the capacity of the pipeline. San Luis Obispo County Flood Control and Water Conservation District – Zone 3, Low Reservoir Response Plan, Project Manager. Developed Low Reservoir Response Plan for Lopez Reservoir. The purpose of the LRRP is to limit downstream releases and municipal diversions from Lopez Reservoir during periods of low reservoir storage (i.e. less than 20,000 AF) to preserve water within the reservoir, above the minimum pool level, for a minimum of 3 to 4 years under continuing drought conditions. Developed a model for Lopez Reservoir to evaluate possible drought scenarios and their potential impact on reservoir storage. Hosted a series of workshops with District Staff, Zone 3 agencies and agriculture representatives to obtain input and gain buy-in for the LRRP. San Luis Obispo County Flood Control and Water Conservation District, Paso Basin Supply Options Study, Project Engineer. Identified potential supply options for the Paso Robles Groundwater Basin that could be delivered using existing State Water Project (SWP) infrastructure. Developed updated buy-in cost estimates for purchasing additional capacity within the Coastal Branch pipeline. Identified capacity limitations for each section of the Coastal Branch pipeline and quantified unutilized capacity, based on analysis of historical delivery data. Completed a fatal flaw analysis to identify SWP supply options for further evaluation (i.e. rough screening). Further developed the identified SWP supply options and compared them against potential recycled water and Nacimiento supply options to identify preferred supplemental water supply options for the Paso Basin. Item 9.f. - Page 149 Daniel Eric Heimel, PE, MS - Page 3 Alameda County Water District, Groundwater Recharge Facilities Operations and Maintenance Management. Project Engineer. Developed groundwater recharge monitoring database to track all operations of the Alameda Creek diversion facilities and groundwater recharge ponds. Directed maintenance of meters and valves at the groundwater recharge facilities. Compiled data and created regulatory reports related to the groundwater recharge operations. Oversaw watershed water quality monitoring and used GIS to spatially analyze water quality data. Cayucos Sanitary District, Cayucos Sustainable Water Project, Cayucos, CA. Project Manager. Provided Program Management services, which include: schedule management; stakeholder outreach coordination; meeting coordination and facilitation; action item/data request/project decision tracking; and sub consultant management, to assist the Cayucos Sanitary District (District) in evaluating and identifying alternatives for the development of a Water Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF) to treat sewage from its collection system and to provide a beneficial use for the treated wastewater. Additionally, completed the Phase 1 initial tasks for the Cayucos Sustainable Water Project. These initial tasks include: project chartering, beneficial use analysis, wastewater characterization, siting analysis, funding and financial strategy, and wastewater collection system evaluation. San Miguelito Mutual Water Company, Chevron Tank Farm Service Extension Feasibility Study-Phase 1. Project Engineer. Assessed the capacity of the San Miguelito Mutual Water Company’s (SMMWC) water and wastewater systems under current and future conditions, including the inclusion of a proposed development at the Chevron Tank Farm. Developed water and wastewater base maps in GIS and conducting an analysis of demand, supply, capacity and storage for SMMWC’s existing and projected infrastructure. Developed demand and loading estimates for the current SMMWC service area at build-out. Analyzed the projected water demand and wastewater loading from the proposed development and compared against existing SMMWC demand/loading factors and the capacity of the SMMWC’s water and wastewater systems. Prepared a summary Technical Memorandum that describes the existing systems, proposed growth and recommendations completing future phases of the project. Santa Barbara County Water Agency, Long Term Supplemental Water Supply Alternatives Report. Project Engineer. Identified and evaluated potential supplemental surface water supply alternatives for the Santa Barbara County Water Agency (SBCWA). Analyzed historical State Water Project (SWP) deliveries through the Coastal Branch pipeline to identify estimates of available capacity and underutilized SWP supplies. Investigated potential opportunities to increase surface water storage through expansion of existing dams or construction of new reservoirs. Evaluated sediment removal alternatives for existing reservoirs to increase capacity and yield. Developed planning level cost estimates for proposed supplemental water supply alternatives. Participated in inter - regional, regional, and intra-regional stakeholder meetings to identify, discuss, review, and receive feedback on potential supplemental water supply alternatives. Bay Area Water Supply and Conservation Agency (BAWSCA), Chair of the Water Quality Committee. Project Engineer. Member of and held the position of chair of the BAWSCA Water Quality Committee from July 2005 through December 2008. Coordinated all Water Quality Committee meetings for the 26 water utilities that receive water from the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission. Item 9.f. - Page 150 Daniel Eric Heimel, PE, MS - Page 4 Cayucos Sanitary District, Development of Conceptual Alternatives for the Treatment and Disposal of Wastewater, Cayucos, CA. Project Engineer. Performed initial data review of the wastewater treatment and disposal studies completed by the Cayucos Sanitation District (District and the City of Morro Bay. Hosted an Alternative Development Workshop with the District General Manager and members of the Board of the Directors to establish criteria for and to develop a preliminary list of conceptual alternatives. Evaluated and developed descriptions for four conceptual wastewater treatment and disposal alternatives that included potential facility locations, collections configurations, level of treatment considerations, O/M and capital cost estimates, disposal options, and key considerations for the future decision making process. Bay Area Water Supply and Conservation Agency (BAWSCA), Water Quality Notification Alerts. Project Engineer. Oversaw negotiations between the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) and the BAWSCA utilities to ensure that each retail agency received informative and timely notification of water quality upsets. Developed specific water quality criteria consisting of water quality parameter limits and durations that would trigger a water quality notification. City of Arroyo Grande, Sewer System Master Plan Update. Project Engineer. Updated the City’s sewer system GIS mapping using record drawings and information provided by City staff. Created a SewerGEMS model for the sewer collection system from updated GIS mapping. Utilized spatially allocated water demands to spatially allocate collection system demands. Developed a comprehensive 20 year CIP plan to guide the City’s sewer system infrastructure projects. City of Arroyo Grande, Water System Master Plan Update. Project Engineer. Updated water system GIS mapping using record drawings and information provided by City staff. Created a WaterGEMS hydraulic model for the water distribution system from updated GIS mapping. Utilized customer record data to spatially allocate water demands and develop updated land use water demand factors. Utilized the GIS tools and the hydraulic model to perform a condition based assessment of the City’s water mains. Developed a comprehensive 20 year CIP plan to guide the City’s infrastructure projects. City of Arroyo Grande, Reservoir 5 Tank Mixing Evaluation. Project Engineer. Developed a sampling plan and performed a tank mixing and water quality evaluation on Reservoir 5 to aid the City of Arroyo Grande in mitigating nitrification and improving wat er quality in their distribution system. Compiled and reviewed water temperature and water quality data from a pilot test of two tank mixers installed to enhance tank mixing and limit nitrification. Developed recommendations for the City to mitigate future nitrification events, including tank cleaning, active tank mixing, supplemental disinfection and chemical feed control. Prepared a Technical Memorandum documenting the pilot study, observed results and recommendations for future action. Item 9.f. - Page 151 Jeffery Mitchell Szytel, MS, MBA, PE Education MBA, UCLA Anderson School of Management MS, Civil Engineering, University of California Los Angeles BS, Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of California Davis Professional Registrations Professional Engineer - Civil, California, No. C63004 SWCRB T2 Water Treatment Operator #32674 Professional Affiliations American Water Works Association, Member American Public Works Association, Member American Society of Civil Engineers, Member Association of California Water Agencies, Committee Member Publications Supply from the Sea: Exploring Ocean Desalination. Journal AWWA, February 2005, 97:2 The Business of Water. Contributing Author for Supply from the Sea: Exploring Ocean Desalination. AWWA. March, 2008. Professional Experience Mr. Szytel has more than 17 years of experience in civil and environmental engineering specializing in water, wastewater and recycled water systems. His experience includes project and program management, construction management, capital improvement planning, water and wastewater treatment facility evaluation, optimization and design, hydraulic analysis, pilot studies, water and wastewater master planning, integrated resource planning, water and sewer infrastructure planning and design and management consulting. Representative Projects Northern Cities, Engineering Services. Principal in Charge. Provided as-needed engineering services for the City of Arroyo Grande, City of Grover Beach, City of Pismo Beach, and the Oceano Community Services District. Coordinated monthly meetings of the Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group. Interfaced with local and statewide regulatory agencies as an authorized agent of the Northern Cities. Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group, Water Resources Engineering Services, San Luis Obispo County, CA. Project Manager. Providing as-needed water resources engineering services to support the Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group (NCMA TG), which consists of the Cities of Pismo Beach, Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach, and the Oceano Community Services District. Responsibilities include technical review and guidance, planning assistance, groundwater management assitance, and general water resources engineering support. Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group, Lopez Pipeline Hydraulic Analysis. Project Manager. Conducted a hydraulic evalution of the Lopez Pipeline that delivers water from the Lopez Water Treatment Plant near Lopez Reservoir to the Cities of Pismo Beach, Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach and the Oceano Community Services District. The pipeline extends roughly 16 miles and ranges in size from 8-inches to 36-inches in diameter. The goal of this project is to determine the pipeline’s capacity for delivering additional State Water Project water to the Northern Cities on an emergency basis. Gathered and compiled existing information on the Lopez Pipeline, developed operational and evaluation criteria and modeling scenarios, developed a WaterGEMS model of the system, planned, coordinated and conducted a four hour flow test on the pipeline for the purpose of model calibration, and completed capacity analysis. Northern Cities Management Area, Fiscal Year 2014-15 Water Supply, Production and Delivery Plan, Central Coast, CA. Principal in Charge. Prepared a water supply, production and delivery plan for Northern Cities Management Area agencies, which is comprised of the City of Arroyo Grande, City of Grover Beach, City of Pismo Beach and Oceano Community Services District. Developed spreadsheet model to identify the most reliable scenario for potable water supply and delivery while considering implications of contractual surface water allocations and declining groundwater basin yields. Evaluated intertie pipeline capacity between two separate potable water distribution systems using a merged hydraulic model of the two systems. Developed shared cost structure for implementation, operation and maintenance of the intertie pipeline. City of Arroyo Grande, On-Call Engineering Services. Principal in Charge. Provides as-needed research and analysis support for engineering services. Research, development of materials, and coordination with agencies regarding water supply and demand to inform water resources management actions. Developed monthly Water Status Updates. Item 9.f. - Page 152 Jeffery Mitchell Szytel, PE, MBA - Page 2 San Luis Obispo County Flood Control and Water Conservation District – Zone 3, Low Reservoir Response Plan, Principal in Charge. Developed Low Reservoir Response Plan for Lopez Reservoir. The purpose of the LRRP is to limit downstream releases and municipal diversions from Lopez Reservoir during periods of low reservoir storage (i.e. less than 20,000 AF) to preserve water within the reservoir, above the minimum pool level, for a minimum of 3 to 4 years under continuing drought conditions. Developed a model for Lopez Reservoir to evaluate possible drought scenarios and their potential impact on reservoir storage. Hosted a series of workshops with District Staff, Zone 3 agencies and agriculture representatives to obtain input and gain buy-in for the LRRP. City of Pismo Beach, Regional Groundwater Sustainability Project, Pismo Beach, CA. Principal in Charge. Providing program management and design engineering services for the development of an Indirect Potable Reuse (IPR) project to recharge the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin. The RGSP will provide additional treatment of the water, including micro/ultra-filtration, reverse osmosis and advanced oxidation, and injection of the advanced purified water into the groundwater basin to maintain groundwater levels and prevent seawater intrusion. Project is being funded by approximately $30 million in regional, state, and federal funding initiatives. San Luis Obispo County Flood Control and Water Conservation District – Zone 3, Low Reservoir Response Plan, Principal in Charge. Developed Low Reservoir Response Plan for Lopez Reservoir. The purpose of the LRRP is to limit downstream releases and municipal diversions from Lopez Reservoir during periods of low reservoir storage (i.e. less than 20,000 AF) to preserve water within the reservoir, above the minimum pool level, for a minimum of 3 to 4 years under continuing drought conditions. Developed a model for Lopez Reservoir to evaluate possible drought scenarios and their potential impact on reservoir storage. Hosted a series of workshops with District Staff, Zone 3 agencies and agriculture representatives to obtain input and gain buy-in for the LRRP. County of San Luis Obispo, Coastal Branch Pipeline Model Development. Project Manager. Created a WaterGEMS hydraulic model using GIS shapefiles and as-built construction drawings for the one hundred mile long Coastal Branch pipeline. Oversaw the calibration of the pipeline hydraulic model using historical SCADA pressure and flow data for the pipeline. Coordinated a Model Development Workshop with the County of San Luis Obispo and the Central Coast Water Authority to review the accuracy of the model and clarify data anomalies. Developed flow test procedures to field test the modeled capacity of the pipeline. County of San Luis Obispo, Lopez Pipeline Capacity Re-evaluation. Project Engineer. Evaluated the impact of a pipeline pigging project on pipeline HGL and turnout capacity. Organized a flow test to determine improvement to Hazen -Williams coefficient of 30,000 LF of 18” cement mortar lined steel pipe. Utilized a WaterGEMS hydraulic model to compare pre and post piggin flow test results to determine improvement to pipeline HGL. Quantified improvement to pipeline capacity by estimating increase in turnout capacity County of San Luis Obispo, Energy and Water Manager, San Luis Obispo, CA. Principal in Charge. Developing, administering, and coordinating energy and water management programs for County owned and leased facilities. Activities include data management, utility billing analysis, coordination with electric, gas and water utilities, review of energy and water savings audits and projects, and oversight of PG&E’s Sustainable Solutions Turnkey (SST) program. Item 9.f. - Page 153 Jeffery Mitchell Szytel, PE, MBA - Page 3 County of San Luis Obispo, Coastal Branch Capacity Assessment, San Luis Obispo, CA. Principal in Charge. Preparing a capacity assessment of the Coastal Branch of the State Water Project and the Chorro Valley Pipeline for the County of San Luis Obispo and the Central Coast Water Authority. Project includes developing a computer model of the pipelines using WaterGEMS GIS based hydraulic modeling software, developing various supply and delivery scenarios, and completing a comprehensive capacity assessment. The Coastal Branch facilities include more than 100 miles of pipeline varying in diamter from 60-inches to 33-inches, three (3) 100 cfs pump stations, multiple valve and hydraulic control structures, and nine (9) reservoirs varying in size from 3 to 6 million gallons. The Chorro Valley Pipeline includes 12 miles of pipeline varying in diameter from 16-inches to 12- inches. Central Coast Water Authority, Coastal Branch Pressure Class Evaluation. Principal in Charge. Evaluated capacity of the Coastal Branch Pipeline through the development of a maximum operating HGL for Reaches 5A2, 5B, and 6. Developed maximum operating HGL by incorporating GIS shapefiles with pipeline elevation data from record drawings and pressure class information obtained from a detailed structural evaluation of the pipepline. Compared pipeline HGL, under various scenarios, against the maximum operating HGL to determine maximum capacity of the pipeline to deliver State Water Project Water to the Central Coast. Developed pipeline reinforcement recommendations for increasing the capacity of the pipeline. County of San Luis Obispo, Energy Watch – Facility Inventory and Database Project, San Luis Obispo, CA. Project Manager. Developed an interim data management system that will allow the County to assemble the comprehensive facility inventory. Phase 1 of the project focused on coordination with energy utilities and County departments on data sources, data collection and validation for a specified set of pilot facilities, and development of an interim data management system, an MS Access database. Phase 2 of the project is focused on expanding the number of facilities in the database, including facilities not currently tracked in Utility Manager, creating custom uploads that integrate with Energy Star Portfolio Manager, and training for County staff. Cayucos Sanitary District, Cayucos Sustainable Water Project, Cayucos, CA. Principal in Charge. Provided Program Management services, which include: schedule management; stakeholder outreach coordination; meeting coordination and facilitation; action item/data request/project decision tracking; and sub consultant management, to assist the Cayucos Sanitary District (District) in evaluating and identifying alternatives for the development of a Water Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF) to treat sewage from its collection system and to provide a beneficial use for the treated wastewater. Additionally, completed the Phase 1 initial tasks for the Cayucos Sustainable Water Project. These initial tasks include: project chartering, beneficial use analysis, wastewater characterization, siting analysis, funding and financial strategy, and wastewater collection system evaluation. City of San Luis Obispo, On-Call Engineering and Design Services, San Luis Obispo, CA. Principal in Charge. Performing on-call engineering services for several of the City’s water, sewer, recycled water, and storm water systems. Providing planning services for the City’s Recycled Water Facilities Planning Study. City of Morro Bay, On-Call Construction Management Services, Morro Bay, CA. Principal in Charge. Performing on-call construction management services for several of the City’s water and wastewater infrastructure improvement projects including upgrades to two (2) of the City’s sewer lift stations, installation of new forcemain, gravity sewer rehabilitation and new water distribution pipelines. Item 9.f. - Page 154 Jeffery Mitchell Szytel, PE, MBA - Page 4 San Luis Obispo County Flood Control and Water Conservation District, Paso Basin Supply Options Study, Principal in Charge. Identified potential supply options for the Paso Robles Groundwater Basin that could be delivered using existing State Water Project (SWP) infrastructure. Developed updated buy-in cost estimates for purchasing additional capacity within the Coastal Branch pipeline. Identified capacity limitations for each section of the Coastal Branch pipeline and quantified unutilized capacity, based on analysis of historical delivery data. Completed a fatal flaw analysis to identify SWP supply options for further evaluation (i.e. rough screening). Further developed the identified SWP supply options and compared them against potential recycled water and Nacimiento supply options to identify preferred supplemental water supply options for the Paso Basin. City of Pismo Beach, Recycled Water Facilities Planning Study, Pismo Beach, CA. Principal in Charge. Prepared a facilities planning study, funded in part by a planning grant from the California State Water Resources Control Board Water Recycling Funding Program. Investigated multiple alternatives to put the City’s treated wastewater, which is currently discharged to the ocean, to beneficial use, including 1) landscape irrigation within the City to offset potable water use, 2) coastal injection wells to protect the basin from seawater intrusion and 3) inland recharge using existing storm water basins or new inland injection wells to optimize seasonal groundwater recharge. Evaluated regulatory, water supply and stakeholder considerations affecting the development of a recycled water program. Identified and evaluated treatment and conveyance alternatives, including repurposing abandoned facilities and maximizing the use of existing facilities to develop a cost-effective recycled water program. City of Pismo Beach, 2015 Urban Water Management Plan, Pismo Beach, CA . Project Manager. Preparing the 2015 UWMP to fulfill the requirements of the UWMP Act. Developing 20 year per capita water use projections in accordance with California Senate Bill x 7-7. Evaluating and updating supply, supply reliability, demand, supply and demand comparison, demand management measures and the water shortage contingency plan components of the UWMP. City of Arroyo Grande, 2010 & 2015 Urban Water Management Plans, Arroyo Grande, CA . Principal in Charge. Prepared the 2010 & 2015 UWMP for the City which includes an analysis of the City’s historical and projected water demands, current and projected ground and surface water supplies, recycled water supply and demand, water conservation programs, water shortage contingency planning and per capita demand reductions to comply with SB7. Santa Barbara County Water Agency, Long Term Supplemental Water Supply Alternatives Report. Principal in Charge. Identified and evaluated potential supplemental surface water supply alternatives for the Santa Barbara County Water Agency (SBCWA). Analyzed historical State Water Project (SWP) deliveries through the Coastal Branch pipeline to identify estimates of available capacity and underutilized SWP supplies. Investigated potential opportunities to increase surface water storage through expansion of existing dams or construction of new reservoirs. Evaluated sediment removal alternatives for existing reservoirs to increase capacity and yield. Developed planning level cost estimates for proposed supplemental water supply alternatives. Participated in inter- regional, regional and intra-regional stakeholder meetings to identify, discuss, review and receive feedback on potential supplemental water supply alternatives. Item 9.f. - Page 155 Jeffery Mitchell Szytel, PE, MBA - Page 5 Big Bear City Community Services District, On-Call Engineering and Construction Management Services, Big Bear City, CA. Principal in Charge. Big Bear City Community Services District is responsible for providing domestic water, sewer, solid waste collection, street lighting, and fire protection service to areas within the Big Bear Valley. Responsibilities as on-call engineer include serving as a technical advisor for planning, and engineering related issues; develop CIP budgets; prepare UWMPs, and Water and Sewer Master Plans; plan checking; prepare feasiblitiy studies; provide project life cycle support from planning, preliminary design, detailed design, bidding, through construction; recommend annual inflationary connection fee increases; and attend Board meetings and stakeholder meetings. California American Water, Staff Extension Services, Various Districts, CA. Principal in Charge. Performing staff extension services for California American Water’s Monterey, Sacramento, Ventura, Los Angeles and San Diego Districts. Engaging in all aspects of engineering, including preparation of design drawinings and specifications, coordination with stakeholders, preparing RFPs, managing the bidding process, recommending contract awards, and representing the Owner at public meetings. City of Victorville, On-Call Water Modeling, Victorville, CA. Principal in Charge. Providing staff support services for hydraulic water modeling and development planning. Converted the City’s existing hydraulic model to GIS based InfoWater and updated the model to include projects completed since it was developed in 2009. Performing general model review and calibrating a previously un-calibrated portion of the model. Providing on- call modeling analysis of the existing system to help the City make informed decisions regarding potential changes to the system. Preparing Feasibility Studies and Water Supply Assessments as needed to support the City’s review and conditioning of proposed Baldy Mesa Water District, Water Supply Plan, Victorville, CA. Water Treatment, QA/QC. Worked with the Baldy Mesa Water District to create a Water Supply Plan to secure current and future drinking water supplies. Defined water quantity and quality objectives through 2025, evaluated groundwater treatment strategies, evaluated surface water supply alternatives and treatment strategies, developed alternative water stroage strategies with Mojave Water Agency, developed a recommended combination of strategies, developed a plan for funding and project delivery, and prepared a final report. City of Arroyo Grande Water and Sewer Master Plans, City of Arroyo Grande, CA. Principal in Charge. Prepared hydraulic models for the City’s water distribution and wastewater collection systems using WaterGEMS and SewerGEMS, respectively. Prepared updated system mapping using GIS, developed spatially allocated demands using customer data, conducted flow monitoring, lift station draw down tests, and fire hydrant flow tests to calibrate the models. Utilized the models to complete a capacity based assessment and recommend capital improvement projects. City of Pismo Beach, Five Cities Lift Station Replacement, Pismo Beach, CA. Principal in Charge. Preparing design plans and specifications for the upgrade to the City’s Five Cities Lift Station and forcemain. Project includes lift station alternatives analysis, pump selection, design of new submersible duplex lift station with a design flow of 625 gpm, and design of new 2,200-LF forcemain. Coordinating with PG&E to obtain energy efficiency incentives. Managing geotechnical, environmental and surveying work. Item 9.f. - Page 156 Dylan Wade, PE Education BS, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT AA, Liberal Arts, West Valley Community College, Cupertino, CA Professional Registrations Professional Engineer - Civil, California, No. C64044 Professional Experience Mr. Wade is a professional engineer with more than 15 years of professional experience including structural design, resident engineering, construction management, project delivery and utility management. Mr. Wade has served as Resident Engineer/Owner Representative on many large, high profile and multi-jurisdictional water resources projects including design and construction of intake facilities, water treatment plants, and major public works programs. These projects have been tremendous successes and some have won national recognition. He has been responsible for managing numerous projects from initial planning to finished product. His extensive utility experience enables him to solve problems from an owner’s perspective, while his construction background and expertise in contract management facilitates successful project delivery. Representative Projects Northern Cities, Engineering Services. Technical Advisor. Provided as-needed engineering services for the City of Arroyo Grande, City of Grover Beach, City of Pismo Beach, and the Oceano Community Services District. Coordinated monthly meetings of the Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group. Interfaced with local and statewide regulatory agencies as an authorized agent of the Northern Cities. Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group, Water Resources Engineering Services, San Luis Obispo County, CA. Technical Advisor. Providing as-needed water resources engineering services to support the Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group (NCMA TG), which consists of the Cities of Pismo Beach, Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach, and the Oceano Community Services District. Responsibilities include technical review and guidance, planning assistance, groundwater management assitance, and general water resources engineering support. City of Arroyo Grande, On-Call Engineering Services. Technical Advisor. Provided as- needed research and analysis support for engineering services for the City of Arroyo Grande. Research, development of materials, and coordination with other agencies regarding water supply and demand data to inform water resources management actions. Developed monthly Water Status Updates presented by City Staff to the City Council. San Miguelito Mutual Water Company, Chevron Tank Farm Service Extension Feasibility Study-Phase 1. Project Manager. Assessed the capacity of the San Miguelito Mutual Water Company’s (SMMWC) water and wastewater systems under current and future conditions, including the inclusion of a proposed development at the Chevron Tank Farm. Developed water and wastewater base maps in GIS and conducting an analysis of demand, supply, capacity and storage for SMMWC’s existing and projected infrastructure. Developed demand and loading estimates for the current SMMWC service area at build- out. Analyzed the projected water demand and wastewater loading from the proposed development and compared against existing SMMWC demand/loading factors and the capacity of the SMMWC’s water and wastewater systems. Prepared a summary Technical Memorandum that describes the existing systems, proposed growth and recommendations completing future phases of the project. Item 9.f. - Page 157 Dylan Wade, PE - Page 2 Cayucos Sanitary District, Cayucos Sustainable Water Project, Cayucos, CA. Technical Advisor. Provided Program Management services, which include: schedule management; stakeholder outreach coordination; meeting coordination and facilitation; action item/data request/project decision tracking; and sub consultant management, to assist the Cayucos Sanitary District (District) in evaluating and identifying alternatives for the development of a Water Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF) to treat sewage from its collection system and to provide a beneficial use for the treated wastewater. Additionally, completed the Phase 1 initial tasks for the Cayucos Sustainable Water Project. These initial tasks include: project chartering, beneficial use analysis, wastewater characterization, siting analysis, funding and financial strategy, and wastewater collection system evaluation. Cayucos Sanitary District, Development of Conceptual Alternatives for the Treatment and Disposal of Wastewater. Project Manager. Performed initial data review of the wastewater treatment and disposal studies completed by the Cayucos Sanitation District (District and the City of Morro Bay. Hosted an Alternative Development Workshop with the District General Manager and members of the Board of the Directors to establish criteria for and to develop a preliminary list of conceptual alternatives. Evaluated and developed descriptions for four conceptual wastewater treatment and disposal alternatives that included potential facility locations, collections configurations, level of treatment considerations, O/M and capital cost estimates, disposal options, and key considerations for the future decision making process. City of Pismo Beach, Well Condition Assessment, Pismo Beach, CA. Technical Advisor. Performing an evaluation of the City’s two drinking water production wells, Well #5 and Well #23. The project includes an evaluation of specific capacity, well performance, plant efficiency, energy intensity trends, energy savings potential, condition of motor, pump, and electrical system, and improvement costs. WSC is coordinating with PG&E to obtain baseline data and subsidized pump testing. Results will be incorporated into a prioritized well capital improvement plan. City of Pismo Beach, Five Cities Lift Station Replacement, Pismo Beach, CA. Technical Advisor. Preparing design plans and specifications for the upgrade to the City’s Five Cities Lift Station and forcemain. Project includes lift station alternatives analysis, pump selection, design of new submersible duplex lift station with a design flow of 625 gpm, and design of new 2,200-LF forcemain. Coordinating with PG&E to obtain energy efficiency incentives. Managing geotechnical, environmental, and surveying work. Los Osos Wastewater Treatment Plant Construction, Los Osos, CA. Resident Engineer. $135 million program including $35 million Wastewater Treatment Plant. Resident Engineer when the project was suspended at 5% completion through a recall election and agency default on an SRF loan. This created unique financial and legal ramifications ultimately resolved through state legislative action. Participated in the development of approximately $10 million in value engineering at the time the work was stopped. Lopez Lake Water Treatment Plant Upgrade, San Luis Obispo County, CA. Resident Engineer. $15 million upgrade to the WTP. Upgrades included owner-procured membrane filtration, chlorine dioxide generation equipment, and significant SCADA modifications on an aging operational plant. Item 9.f. - Page 158 Joshua H. Reynolds, PE Education BS, Civil Engineering, California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo, CA MS, Civil and Environmental Engineering, California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo, CA (in-process) Professional Registrations Professional Engineer - Civil, California, No. C65400 QSD/QSP Certificate # 24224 Professional Affiliations American Society of Civil Engineers, Member Professional Experience Mr. Reynolds has 15 years of experience in pipeline design, hydraulic analysis, pump station design and analysis, construction administration, city engineering, and water and sewer master planning. His experience allows him to identify and analyze initial project concepts, prepare construction documents, and monitor construction of the project through project completion. Representative Projects Northern Cities, Engineering Services. Technical Advisor. Provided as-needed engineering services for the City of Arroyo Grande, City of Grover Beach, City of Pismo Beach, and the Oceano Community Services District. Coordinated monthly meetings of the Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group. Interfaced with local and statewide regulatory agencies as an authorized agent of the Northern Cities. Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group, Water Resources Engineering Services, San Luis Obispo County, CA. Technical Advisor. Providing as-needed water resources engineering services to support the Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group (NCMA TG), which consists of the Cities of Pismo Beach, Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach, and the Oceano Community Services District. Responsibilities include technical review and guidance, planning assistance, groundwater management assitance, and general water resources engineering support. Northern Cities, Lopez Pipeline Capacity Assessment. QA/QC. Created and calibrated a GIS based hydraulic model of the Lopez pipeline to analyze the available capacity of the pipeline to deliver additional State Water Project (SWP) deliveries to the Northern Cities. Evaluated numerous delivery scenarios to determine the maximum delivery potential under exising conditions and potential deliveries with infrastructure improvements. Developed delivery schedules for future SWP deliveries based on historical demand data and pipeline capacity results. County of San Luis Obispo, Lopez Pipeline Capacity Re-evaluation. QA/QC. Evaluated the impact of a pipeline pigging project on pipeline HGL and turnout capacity. Organized a flow test to determine improvement to Hazen-Williams coefficient of 30,000 LF of 18” cement mortar lined steel pipe. Utilized a WaterGEMS hydraulic model to compare pre and post piggin flow test results to determine improvement to pipeline HGL. Quantified improvement to pipeline capacity by estimating increase in turnout capacity. California American Water, Staff Extension Services, Various Districts, CA. QA/QC. Performing staff extension services for California American Water’s Monterey, Sacramento, Ventura, Los Angeles and San Diego Districts. Engaging in all aspects of engineering, including preparation of design drawinings and specifications, coordination with stakeholders, preparing RFPs, managing the bidding process, recommending contract awards, and representing the Owner at public meetings. Item 9.f. - Page 159 Joshua H. Reynolds, PE - Page 2 Heritage Ranch Community Services District, District Engineering Services, Paso Robles, CA. District Engineer. Heritage Ranch Community Services District is responsible for providing domestic water and sewer service for the community of Heritage Ranch. Responsibilities as District Engineer include plan checking of improvement plans submitted by developers; consultation for operations and maintenance of water and sewer facilities; development of standard specifications and drawings; review of proposed ordinances; updating water and sewer connection fees; existing facility condition review; and the design and construction administration of a gallery well expansion. City of King City, City Engineering Services, King City, CA. City Engineer. King City is a growing community of 14,000 people located in the Salinas Valley. Responsibilities as City Engineer include plan checking of improvement plans submitted by developers; plan checking subdivision maps; coordinating/enforcing conditions of approval for tentative tract maps and other proposed developments; consultation for operations and maintenance of sewer collection and treatment, storm drain, and street facilities; development of standard specifications and drawings; review of proposed ordinances; and existing facility condition review and capacity assessment. City of Pismo Beach, Regional Groundwater Sustainability Project, Pismo Beach, CA. Technical Advisor. Providing program management and design engineering services for the development of an Indirect Potable Reuse (IPR) project to recharge the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin. The RGSP will provide additional treatment of the water, including micro/ultra-filtration, reverse osmosis and advanced oxidation, and injection of the advanced purified water into the groundwater basin to maintain groundwater levels and prevent seawater intrusion. Project is being funded by approximately $30 million in regional, state, and federal funding initiatives. San Miguel Community Services District, District Engineering Services, San Miguel, CA. Project Engineer. Assisted District Engineer by reviewing improvement plans submitted by developers, and evaluating water and sewer system capacity to serve proposed development prior to issuing will serve letters. Big Bear Area Regional Water Agency, Bear Valley Water Sustainability Project, Big Bear, CA. Technical Advisor. Evaluating conceptual recycled water use alternatives to retain treated water and create a sustainable water resource to augment the potable water supply. Alternatives will be analyzed based on treatment and regulatory requirements of use, water supply yield, social and environmental benefits, and life cycle cost. Project includes assisting in the procurement of state and federal funding to support the implementation of a cost-effective project. Cayucos Sanitary District, Cayucos Sustainable Water Project, Cayucos, CA. Project Engineer. Provided Program Management services, which include: schedule management; stakeholder outreach coordination; meeting coordination and facilitation; action item/data request/project decision tracking; and sub consultant management, to assist the Cayucos Sanitary District (District) in evaluating and identifying alternatives for the development of a Water Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF) to treat sewage from its collection system and to provide a beneficial use for the treated wastewater. Additionally, completed the Phase 1 initial tasks for the Cayucos Sustainable Water Project. These initial tasks include: project chartering, beneficial use analysis, wastewater characterization, siting analysis, funding and financial strategy, and wastewater collection system evaluation. Item 9.f. - Page 160 Joshua H. Reynolds, PE - Page 3 City of Morro Bay, On-Call Construction Management Services, Morro Bay, CA. Resident Engineer. Performing on-call construction management services for several of the City’s water and wastewater infrastructure improvement projects including upgrades to two (2) of the City’s sewer lift stations, installation of new forcemain, gravity sewer rehabiltiation and new water distribution pipelines. San Miguelito Mutual Water Company, Chevron Tank Farm Service Extension Feasibility Study-Phase 1, Avila Beach, CA. Senior Technical Advisor. Assessed the capacity of the San Miguelito Mutual Water Company’s (SMMWC) water and wastewater systems under current and future conditions, including the inclusion of a proposed development at the Chevron Tank Farm. Developed water and wastewater base maps in GIS and conducting an analysis of demand, supply, capacity and storage for SMMWC’s existing and projected infrastructure. Developed demand and loading estimates for the current SMMWC service area at build-out. Analyzed the projected water demand and wastewater loading from the proposed development and compared against existing SMMWC demand/loading factors and the capacity of the SMMWC’s water and wastewater systems. Prepared a summary Technical Memorandum that describes the existing systems, proposed growth and recommendations completing future phases of the project. City of Pismo Beach, Hollister Avenue Upgrades, Pismo Beach, CA. Project Manager/ Engineer. Prepared plans, specifications and cost opinions for 500 LF of 8-inch water main as well as rehabilitation of the existing concrete pavement, and curb, gutter and sidewalk upgrades. McDonalds Corporation, Five Cities Drive Waterline Relocation, City of Pismo Beach, CA. Project Manager/Project Engineer. Designed and prepared construction documents for a 450 LF of 12-inch PVC waterline relocation. The project re-aligned and upgraded the existing 8-inch pipeline to 12-inch as recommended in the City of Pismo Beach Water Master Plan, and moved the pipeline off the proposed McDonald’s site. Project included construction observation and record drawing preparation. City of Arroyo Grande, Reservoir 1 Replacement Project, City of Arroyo Grande, CA. Project Engineer. Prepared construction documents for a 2.0 million gallon buried concrete water storage tank. Duties included preparation of site grading plans, waterline alignment and details, storm drain alignment, coordination of dry utility relocation, and construction phasing documents. City of Pismo Beach, Five Cities Lift Station Replacement, Pismo Beach, CA. Project Manager/Senior Project Engineer. Preparing plans and specifications for replacement of an existing self priming solids handling pump station. The new lift station will use two 20- hp submerisble solids handling pumps in pre-rotation basins and will be rated at 625-gpm each. The project includes replacement of 2,300 LF of 8-inch force main with a bridge crossing over the Pismo Creek. The project will have a new chemical feed system for dosing of ferric chloride and a control building. WSC is assisting the City with obtaining a Streambed Alteration Agreement from CA Department of Fish and Game for the creek crossing work. City of Arroyo Grande, Lift Station # 1 Upgrade, City of Arroyo Grande, CA. Project Engineer. Designed and prepared construction documents for a retrofitting an existing dry- pit/wet-pit sewage lift station to a duplex submersible pump sewage lift station. The new lift station contains two 60-hp submersible solids handling pumps on variable frequency drives, capable of pumping a peak flow of 740-gpm. The design included the addition of a new emergency generator, and analysis of flow data to establish the lift station design flow. Item 9.f. - Page 161 Joshua H. Reynolds, PE - Page 4 City of Arroyo Grande, Crown Terrace Sewer Replacement, Arroyo Grande, CA. QA/QC. Prepared design plans and technical specifications for 240 LF of 6-inch gravity sewer. The new pipeline located in street right-of-way replaced the existing 6-inch which was aging. Prepared a sewer bypass pumping plan to assure customers maintained service during construction. City of Arroyo Grande 2011 Wastewater System Master Plan, Arroyo Grande, CA. Project Manager. Preparing a Master Plan to assess the capacity and condition of the City’s wastewater collection system, and develop a prioritized, risk-based capital improvement plan. Developing GIS risk-based model for condition assessment as well as a hydraulic model in SewerGEMS for capacity assessment. Performed detailed site evaluation of each of the City’s five (5) lift stations. City of Arroyo Grande, 2011 Water System Master Plan, Arroyo Grande, CA. Project Manager. Developing a master plan for the City’s drinking water production and distribution system. Work includes development of an updated hydraulic model using WaterGEMS software, and application of GIS datasets to conduct a risk-based condition assessment of the water distribution system to recommend prioritized improvements. City of Pismo Beach, Water Master Plan, City of Pismo Beach, CA. Project Engineer. Developed and calibrated a water model for the city’s water distribution system. The water system is comprised of 7 pressure zones and over 277,000 LF of pipeline. The model was used to prepare a comprehensive master plan, with detailed recommendations for zone consolidation, water storage, water supply, and distribution system capital improvements, and a CIP to serve current and 20-year build-out needs. Descanso Community Water District, 2011 Comprehensive Planning Study. Project Manager. Performed a comprehensive analysis of the Descanso Community Water District’s water system. Investigated and evaluated integrated treatment systems for the removal of iron, manganese and radon at the District’s two production wells. Reviewed demand projections, supply availability, water quality data, and production records to develop a 20 year CIP plan for the District. San Miguel Community Services District, Water and Wastewater Master Plans, San Miguel, CA. Project Engineer. Created a sewage collection system spreadsheet model of the San Miguel Community Services District collection system. Used the spreadsheet to make recommendations for improvements to the existing sewage collection system. Prepared a comprehensive water master plan for the community of San Miguel, including water modeling of the distribution system. The plan included detailed recommendations for water storage and distribution system capital improvements, and a capital improvements program to serve current and 20-year build-out needs. Item 9.f. - Page 162 Lianne S. Westberg, PE, MS, CEM Education MS, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Stanford University BS, Mechanical Engineering, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo Professional Registrations Professional Engineer- Mechanical, California, No. M35941 Certified Energy Manager, 21981 Presentations Doing More with Less: Integrated Strategies for Energy and Water Management at Distributed Facilities. AWWA Annual Conference and Exposition, Anaheim, California. June 2015. How “green” is your water? Forecasting greenhouse gas emissions from a large California water utility. AWWA Sustainable Water Management Conference, Portland, Oregon. March 2012. Professional Experience Ms. Westberg is a mechanical engineer and Certified Energy Manager, with experience working in both the water industy and electric industry. Her experience includes program and project management, water, wastewater and recycled water planning and design, cost estimating, life-cycle cost analysis and funding support, energy efficiency analysis and optimization, renewable energy planning, and energy efficiency education. Her most recent experience has been focused on the water-energy nexus, integrating energy and climate considerations into water and wastewater planning. Representative Projects County of San Luis Obispo, Coastal Branch Supplemental Modeling Scenarios, San Luis Obispo, CA. Staff Engineer. Investigated the capacity relationship between the Lopez turnout and the Santa Barbara County turnouts of the Coastal Branch pipeline to understand the impact of increasing flow rates to the Lopez turnout on the Santa Barbara County turnouts. Utilized the WaterGEMs® hydraulic model from the Coastal Branch Capacity Assessment and the maximum operating HGL from the Coastal Branch Pressure Class Evaluation to run five (5) supplemental steady state modeling scenarios. County of San Luis Obispo, Coastal Branch Capacity Assessment. Staff Engineer. Estimated in-conduit hydropower generation opportunities from three turnouts of the Coastal Branch pipeline of the State Water Project. County of San Luis Obispo, Energy and Water Manager, San Luis Obispo, CA. Project Manager. Developing, administering, and coordinating energy and water management programs for County owned and leased facilities. Activities include data management, utility billing analysis, coordination with electric, gas and water utilities, review of energy and water savings audits and projects, and oversight of PG&E’s Sustainable Solutions Turnkey (SST) program. County of San Luis Obispo, Energy Watch – Facility Inventory and Database Project, San Luis Obispo, CA. Project Manager. Developed an interim data management system that will allow the County to assemble the comprehensive facility inventory. Phase 1 of the project focused on coordination with energy utilities and County departments on data sources, data collection and validation for a specified set of pilot facilities, and development of an interim data management system, an MS Access database. Phase 2 of the project is focused on expanding the number of facilities in the database, including facilities not currently tracked in Utility Manager, creating custom uploads that integrate with Energy Star Portfolio Manager, and training for County staff. City of Pismo Beach, Regional Groundwater Sustainbility Project, Pismo Beach, CA. Program Manager. Providing program management and design engineering services for the development of an Indirect Potable Reuse (IPR) project to recharge the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin. The RGSP will provide additional treatment of the water, including micro/ultra-filtration, reverse osmosis and advanced oxidation, and injection of the advanced purified water into the groundwater basin to maintain groundwater levels and prevent seawater intrusion. Item 9.f. - Page 163 Lianne S. Westberg, PE, MS - Page 2 Heritage Ranch Community Services District, System Energy Plan, Heritage Ranch, CA. Project Manager. Developed a System Energy Plan (SEP) for the Heritage Ranch CSD, which includes an assessment of energy efficiency and optimization opportunities in the water and wastewater systems and an assessment of solar PV generation opportunities in the District. Project targeted high energy use facilities and identified cost-effective energy improvement projects. Solar PV assessment included an evaluation of permitting, grid interconnection requirements, power delivery mechanisms, funding, and overall project economics. Worked with PG&E to perform subsidized pump efficiency testing. City of San Luis Obispo, Recycled Water System Assessment, San Luis Obispo, CA. Project Engineer. Assisted with assessment of the City’s recycled water pump station including evaluation of steady-state hydraulics, pump station controls, header and valve configuration and energy use. Worked with PG&E to leverage energy efficiency incentive programs for the City. Developed design documents to modify system controls, reconfigure pump control valves, and add bladder-style hydropneumatic tanks to improve system stability an operational efficiency. California American Water, Energy Use Study for the Sacramento and Monterey County Districts, Sacramento and Monterey, CA. Project Engineer. Performed an analysis of operational optimization and energy efficiency opportunities to reduce energy usage, as well as an assessment of renewable generation potential from solar PV and inconduit hydropower. Analyzed control strategy for the Arden service area in Sacramento to improve controls to allow a reduction in system operating pressure, identified energy efficiency opportunities for the highest energy consuming wells and booster stations in Monterey, and identified cost-effective solar PV projects in Sacramento and Monterey. City of Pismo Beach, Well Condition Assessment, Pismo Beach, CA. Project Manager. Performed an evaluation of the City’s two drinking water production wells, Well #5 and Well #23. The project included an evaluation of specific capacity, well performance, plant efficiency, energy intensity trends, energy savings potential, condition of motor, pump, and electrical system, and improvement costs. WSC coordinated with PG&E to obtain baseline data and subsidized pump testing. City of Morro Bay, On-Call Construction Management Services, Morro Bay, CA. Project Engineer. Performed on-call construction management services for several of the City’s water and wastewater infrastructure improvement projects including upgrades to two (2) of the City’s sewer lift stations, installation of new forcemain, gravity sewer rehabiltiation and new water distribution pipelines. City of Pismo Beach, Five Cities Lift Station Replacement, Pismo Beach, CA. Project Engineer. Preparing design plans and specifications for the upgrade to the City’s Five Cities Lift Station and forcemain. Project includes lift station alternatives analysis, pump selection, design of new submersible duplex lift station with a design flow of 625 gpm, and design of new 2,200-LF forcemain. Coordinating with PG&E to obtain energy efficiency incentives. Managing geotechnical, environmental and surveying work. City of Arroyo Grande, Well Condition Based Assessment, Arroyo Grande, CA. Staff Engineer. Performed a well condition based assessment, which included an evaluation of overall plant efficiency, energy intensity, estimate of potential energy savings, evaluation of specific capacity, and prioritization of well improvements. Item 9.f. - Page 164 Lianne S. Westberg, PE, MS - Page 3 City of Arroyo Grande Wastewater System Master Plan, Arroyo Grande, CA. Staff Engineer. Assisted with preparing a Master Plan to assess the capacity and condition of the City’s wastewater collection system, and develop a prioritized, risk-based Capital Improvement Plan. Performed a lift station capacity evaluation and an evaluation of energy usage of lift stations. Performed engineering cost estimating for recommended capital projects. City of Arroyo Grande, Water System Master Plan, Arroyo Grande, CA. Staff Engineer. Assisted with developing a Master Plan for the City’s drinking water production and distribution system. Work included a condition assessment of the water distribution system, a condition assessment of the City’s groundwater wells, an evaluation of energy usage of pumping facilities and energy efficiency opportunities, and a prioritized risk-based Capital Improvement Plan. Performed engineering cost estimating for recommended capital projects. Oceano Community Services District, United States Department of Agriculture Funding Feasibility, Oceano, CA. Project Engineer. Evaluating the feasibility of obtaining funding and/or low interest financing for the District’s water and wastewater infrastructure projects under the United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development Services program (USDA-RD). Descanso Community Water District, Comprehensive Planning Study. Staff Engineer. Assisted with developing 20-year Capital Improvement Plan for the District. Researched applicable funding mechanisms for implementation and prepared funding strategy. Descanso Community Water District, Comprehensive Planning Study. Staff Engineer. Assisted with developing 20-year Capital Improvement Plan for the District. Researched applicable funding mechanisms for implementation and prepared funding strategy. Item 9.f. - Page 165 Ron Munds Education BS, Natural Resource Management, Cal Poly, SLO Professional Affiliations California Urban Water Conservation Council, Board of Directors (2001-2013), Vice- chair (2003), Chair, 2004 AB 2717 Landscape Task Force, Chair and Chief Facilitator Department of Water Resources, Water Efficient Landscape Model Ordinance California Public Utilities Commission Professional Experience Prior to joining WSC, Mr. Munds had over 26 years of experience with the City of San Luis Obispo Utilities Department. He developed skills and knowledge in water supply planning and conservation, solid waste management and recycling, energy management, recycled water management, storm water management, water, sewer, and solid waste rate setting and budget preparation. He also has experience in working within the legislative process at the local and state level. In addition, Mr. Munds has experience in working with other governmental agencies including the County of San Luis Obispo, Central Coast Regional Water Quality Board, Department of Water Resources, and the State Water Resources Control Board. Professional Project Experience City of San Luis Obispo, Groundwater Modeling Project, San Luis Obispo, CA. Project Manager. Managing the Groundwater Modeling Project as part of the City’s Recycled Water Facilities Planning Study. Exploring the potential indirect potable reuse of recycled water by using recycled water for groundwater recharge. The purpose of the project is to provide the City with a better understanding of the hydrology of the basin in order to determine the areas that are best suited for injection and/or percolation and groundwater extraction. Los Osos Groundwater Basin Management Committee, Grant Funding Assistance. Los, Osos, CA. Project Manager. Tasks includes reviewing projects identified in the Basin Management Plan, researching grants and other funding mechanisms, presenting research results and recommendation to the Basin Management Committee, and preparing, submitting and processing grant applications. County of San Luis Obispo, Energy Watch – Facility Inventory and Database Project, San Luis Obispo, CA. Staff Planner. Developed an interim data management system that will allow the County to assemble the comprehensive facility inventory. Phase 1 of the project focused on coordination with energy utilities and County departments on data sources, data collection and validation for a specified set of pilot facilities, and development of an interim data management system, an MS Access database. Phase 2 of the project is focused on expanding the number of facilities in the database, including facilities not currently tracked in Utility Manager, creating custom uploads that integrate with Energy Star Portfolio Manager, and training for County staff. County of San Luis Obispo, Energy and Water Manager, San Luis Obispo, CA. Staff Planner. Developing, administering, and coordinating energy and water management programs for County owned and leased facilities. Activities include data management, utility billing analysis, coordination with electric, gas and water utilities, review of energy and water savings audits and projects, and oversight of PG&E’s Sustainable Solutions Turnkey (SST) program. City of Pismo Beach, 2015 Urban Water Management Plan, Pismo Beach, CA . Lead Author. Preparing the 2015 UWMP to fulfill the requirements of the Urban Water Management Planning Act. Developing 20 year per capita water use projections in accordance with California Senate Bill x 7-7. Evaluating and updating supply, supply reliability, demand, supply and demand comparison, demand management measures and the water shortage contingency plan components of the UWMP. Item 9.f. - Page 166 Ron Munds - Page 2 City of San Luis Obispo, 2010 Urban Water Management Plan. Project Manager, Lead Author. Prepared the 2010 UWMP to reflect major changes and reorganization required by amendments to the Urban Water Management Planning Act including in depth discussion of recycled water opportunities, inclusion of the SBx7-7 baseline and target calculations and water demand projections based on future water use reduction estimations. City of San Luis Obispo, 2005 Urban Water Management Plan. Project Manager, Lead Author. Prepared the 20005 UWMP to reflect changes in the Urban Water Management Planning Act including wastewater generation data and changes in reporting on the Water Demand Measures. Updated all sections of the plan in order to be compliance with all sections of the California Water Code. City of San Luis Obispo, 2000 Urban Water Management Plan. Project Manager, Lead Author. Prepared the 2000 UWMP in accordance with the requirements of the Urban Water Management Planning Act. Updated all sections of the plan to reflect information contained in the City of San Luis Obispo’s General Plan, water policies and water planning documents. City of San Luis Obispo, 1995 Urban Water Management Plan. Project Manager, Lead Author. Researched, developed and wrote the City of San Luis Obispo’s first UWMP. This included developing water supply, supply reliability, demand, supply and demand comparison, demand management measures and the water shortage contingency plan components of the UWMP. Big Bear City Community Services District, 2015 Urban Water Management Plan, Big Bear, CA . Lead Author. Preparing the 2015 UWMP to fulfill the requirements of the Urban Water Management Planning Act. Developing 20 year per capita water use projections in accordance with California Senate Bill x 7-7. Evaluating and updating supply, supply reliability, demand, supply and demand comparison, demand management measures and the water shortage contingency plan components of the UWMP. Soquel Creek Water District, 2015 Urban Water Management Plan, Soquel, CA . Technical Advisor. Updating water supply and demand projections through 2045 based on changes since the 2010 UWMP including unprecedented shifting demand patterns and new supplemental supply opportunities. New requirements will be addressed, such as distribution system losses reporting as part of demand and digital submittal. Voluntary analysis of energy intensity in water deliveries and climate change impacts will also be completed. California American Water Company, Monterey County District 2015 Urban Water Management Plan, Monterey, CA . Technical Resource Preparing the 2015 UWMP to fulfill the requirements of the Urban Water Management Planning Act. Developing 20 year per capita water use projections in accordance with California Senate Bill x 7-7. Evaluating and updating supply, supply reliability, demand, supply and demand comparison, demand management measures and the water shortage contingency plan components of the UWMP. California American Water Company, Sacramento County District 2015 Urban Water Management Plan, Sacramento, CA . Technical Resource Preparing the 2015 UWMP to fulfill the requirements of the Urban Water Management Planning Act. Developing 20 year per capita water use projections in accordance with California Senate Bill x 7-7. Evaluating and updating supply, supply reliability, demand, supply and demand comparison, demand management measures and the water shortage contingency plan components of the UWMP. Item 9.f. - Page 167 Ron Munds - Page 3 California American Water Company, Ventura County District 2015 Urban Water Management Plan, Ventura, CA . Technical Resource Preparing the 2015 UWMP to fulfill the requirements of the Urban Water Management Planning Act. Developing 20 year per capita water use projections in accordance with California Senate Bill x 7-7. Evaluating and updating supply, supply reliability, demand, supply and demand comparison, demand management measures and the water shortage contingency plan components of the UWMP. California American Water Company, Los Angeles County District 2015 Urban Water Management Plan, Los Angeles, CA . Technical Resource Preparing the 2015 UWMP to fulfill the requirements of the Urban Water Management Planning Act. Developing 20 year per capita water use projections in accordance with California Senate Bill x 7-7. Evaluating and updating supply, supply reliability, demand, supply and demand comparison, demand management measures and the water shortage contingency plan components of the UWMP. California American Water Company, Coronado County District 2015 Urban Water Management Plan, Coronado, CA . Technical Resource. Preparing the 2015 UWMP to fulfill the requirements of the Urban Water Management Planning Act. Developing 20 year per capita water use projections in accordance with California Senate Bill x 7-7. Evaluating and updating supply, supply reliability, demand, supply and demand comparison, demand management measures and the water shortage contingency plan components of the UWMP. Additional Projects Completed with the City of San Luis Obispo  Member of the project team that developed the City of San Luis Obispo’s solid waste rate setting methodology.  Project manager for the development and implementation of the City of San Luis Obispo’s volume based solid waste services rate structure.  Project manager for developing and implementing the City of San Luis Obispo’s energy management policy.  Project manager overseeing a design/build contract to provide energy upgrades to the City of San Luis Obispo’s Water Reclamation Facility in 2003.  Member of the project team that developed and implemented the City of San Luis Obispo’s volume based sewer rates.  Member of the project team that developed, implemented and updated the City of San Luis Obispo’s Storm Water Management Plan in 2003, 2008 and 2013.  Project manager for updating the City of San Luis Obispo’s Water and Wastewater Element (water and wastewater policies) to the General Plan in 2010.  Project manager for 2012 water rate study.  Project Manager for updating the City of San Luis Obispo’s water and wastewater development impact fees 2013.  Member of project team overseeing the development of the City of San Luis Obispo’s Water and Recycled Water Master Plans in 2013. Item 9.f. - Page 168 Spencer J. Waterman Education BS, City & Regional Planning, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo Certifications American Water Works Association, California-Nevada Section, Water Use Efficiency Practitioner Grade 1, Certificate # 1714 Professional Affiliations American Water Works Association, Member Professional Experience Mr. Waterman is a planner with an emphasis on water resources planning and water use efficiency. His experience includes development of water master plans, wastewater master plans, recycled water master plans, grant funding applications, water use efficiency and conservation services, and state water law compliance documents including Urban Water Management Plans, AB 1420 Self-Certification Statement materials, and California Urban Water Conservation Council Best Management Practices reports. His planning related experience includes urban redevelopment plans, specific plans, general plans, the CEQA process, ordinance writing, and building permit review. Professional Project Experience Northern Cities Management Area, Local Groundwater Assistance Grant Program Application Package, San Luis Obispo County, CA. Staff Planner. Lead author for the grant application to develop a grounwater model for a portion of the Santa Maria Valley Groundwater Basin. Facilitated stakeholder workshops to enhance inter-agency collaboration to develop a competitive grant application meeting all stakeholders’ goals and objectives. Northern Cities, Engineering Services, San Luis Obispo County, CA. Staff Planner. Provided as-needed research and analysis support for engineering services for the City of Arroyo Grande, City of Grover Beach, City of Pismo Beach, and the Oceano Community Services District. Research, development of materials, and coordination with Northern Cities agencies and funding agencies for SLO County IRWM funding applications. Research and analysis of water supply and demand data to inform water resources management actions. Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group, Water Resources Engineering Services, San Luis Obispo County, CA. Staff Planner. Providing as-needed water resources engineering services to support the Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group (NCMA TG), which consists of the Cities of Pismo Beach, Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach, and the Oceano Community Services District. Responsibilities include technical review and guidance, planning assistance, groundwater management assitance, and general water resources engineering support. Northern Cities Management Area, Fiscal Year 2014-15 Water Supply, Production and Delivery Plan, Central Coast, CA. Staff Planner. Prepared a water supply, production and delivery plan for Northern Cities Management Area agencies, which is comprised of the City of Arroyo Grande, City of Grover Beach, City of Pismo Beach and Oceano Community Services District. Developed spreadsheet model to identify the most reliable scenario for potable water supply and delivery while considering implications of contractual surface water allocations and declining groundwater basin yields. Evaluated intertie pipeline capacity between two separate potable water distribution systems using a merged hydraulic model of the two systems. Developed shared cost structure for implementation, operation and maintenance of the intertie pipeline. Item 9.f. - Page 169 Spencer J. Waterman - Page 2 San Luis Obispo County Flood Control and Water Conservation District – Zone 3, Low Reservoir Response Plan, Project Planner. Developed Low Reservoir Response Plan for Lopez Reservoir. The purpose of the LRRP is to limit downstream releases and municipal diversions from Lopez Reservoir during periods of low reservoir storage (i.e. less than 20,000 AF) to preserve water within the reservoir, above the minimum pool level, for a minimum of 3 to 4 years under continuing drought conditions. Developed a model for Lopez Reservoir to evaluate possible drought scenarios and their potential impact on reservoir storage. Participated in a series of workshops with District Staff, Zone 3 agencies and agriculture representatives to obtain input and gain buy-in for the LRRP. San Luis Obispo County Flood Control & Water Conservation District, Paso Basin Supplemental Water Supply Options Study, San Luis Obispo County, CA. Staff Planner. Identified and analyzed existing and potential State Water Project supply options to allow the Paso Robles Basin to achieve a balanced groundwater elevation. Supported analysis of the supply options’ operational, jurisdictional and contractual limitations, provided an overview of the options evaluation screening process, and identified the supply options selected for further evaluation. City of Pismo Beach, 2015 Urban Water Management Plan, Pismo Beach, CA . Project Manager. Preparing the 2015 UWMP to fulfill the requirements of the UWMP Act. Developing 20 year per capita water use projections in accordance with California Senate Bill x 7-7. Evaluating and updating supply, supply reliability, demand, supply and demand comparison, demand management measures and the water shortage contingency plan components of the UWMP. City of Arroyo Grande, On-Call Engineering Services. Staff Planner. Provided as- needed research and analysis support for engineering services for the City of Arroyo Grande. Research, development of materials, and coordination with other agencies regarding water supply and demand data to inform water resources management actions. Developed monthly Water Status Updates presented by City Staff to the City Council. City of Camarillo, Project Management Services, Camarillo, CA. Staff Planner. Mapped recycled water system information in GIS and helped develop Site Use Reports to support construction management of new customer services, setup of recycled water user agreements, and coordination with the Division of Drinking Water to ensure compliance with applicable policies. Developed report content and graphics to support proper posting of recycled water warning signage, appropriate infrastructure coloring, and applicable training of responsible individuals. City of Grover Beach, Funding and Financing Support, Grover Beach, CA. Staff Planner. Researched and summarized viable funding programs for water system improvements to be implemented in conjunction with a street rehabilitation program. Prepared a matrix of key criteria for multiple funding programs including eligible and ineligible reimbursement costs, funding eligibility requirements, funding amounts and limits, application and disbursement schedule, and compliance requirements. County of San Luis Obispo, Energy and Water Manager, San Luis Obispo, CA. Staff Planner. Developing, administering, and coordinating energy and water management programs for County owned and leased facilities. Activities include data management, utility billing analysis, coordination with water utilities, review of water savings audits and projects, and monthly drought response reporting. Item 9.f. - Page 170 Spencer J. Waterman - Page 3 City of Pismo Beach, Regional Groundwater Sustainability Project, Pismo Beach, CA. Staff Planner. Providing program management and design engineering services for the development of an Indirect Potable Reuse (IPR) project to recharge the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin. The RGSP will provide additional treatment of the water, including micro/ultra-filtration, reverse osmosis and advanced oxidation, and injection of the advanced purified water into the groundwater basin to maintain groundwater levels and prevent seawater intrusion. Cayucos Sustainable Water Project, Cayucos, CA. Staff Planner. Providing engineering services to identify candidate sites Cayucos Sanitary District’s new Water Resource Recovery Facility, characterize the District’s domestic wastewater flows, perform preliminary engineering investigations, evaluate beneficial use alternatives and prepare a Facilities Plan for implementation of the Sustainable Water Project. Project includes assisting in the pursuit of state and federal funding, environmental document preparation, permit acquisition, stakeholder outreach and coordination and public outreach. Santa Barbara County Water Agency, Long Term Supplemental Water Supply Alternatives Report. Staff Planner. Identified and evaluated potential supplemental surface water supply alternatives for the Santa Barbara County Water Agency (SBCWA). Investigated potential opportunities to increase surface water storage through expansion of existing dams or construction of new reservoirs. Utilized GIS software to develop reservoir inundation mapping and estimate capacities of various potential reservoir expansion alternatives. Developed planning level cost estimates for proposed supplemental water supply alternatives. Big Bear Area Regional Water Agency, Bear Valley Water Sustainability Project, Big Bear, CA. Staff Planner. Evaluating conceptual recycled water use alternatives to retain treated water and create a sustainable water resource to augment the potable water supply. Alternatives will be analyzed based on treatment and regulatory requirements of use, water supply yield, social and environmental benefits, and life cycle cost. Project includes assisting in the procurement of state and federal funding to support the implementation of a cost- effective project. Nipomo Community Services District, BMP Implementation and CUWCC Support, Nipomo, CA. Project Manager. Provides water use efficiency Best Management Practices (BMP) implementation and California Urban Water Conservation Council (CUWCC) support services including tracking, updating, planning, and reporting BMP compliance; participating, communicating, and working with the CUWCC as NCSD’s representative; researching and summarizing water use efficiency programs as requested by NCSD staff; and ensuring that NCSD is up-to-date with water use efficiency trends. City of Arroyo Grande, City of Arroyo Grande Capital Improvement Plan for the 2011 Water and Sewer Master Plan Updates, Arroyo Grande, CA. Staff Planner. Contributing author for the Water and Sewer Master Plan Updates. Developed 20 year per capita water use projections within the City service area boundary in accordance with California Senate Bill x 7-7. Developed spatially allocated demands for current and future demands through buildout using GIS for incorporation into a hydraulic model. Developed land use demand factors based on current development and projected land use and zoning of each parcel at buildout. Item 9.f. - Page 171 Spencer J. Waterman - Page 4 San Miguelito Mutual Water Company, Chevron Tank Farm Service Extension Feasibility Study-Phase 1, Avila Beach, CA. Staff Planner. Assessed the capacity of the San Miguelito Mutual Water Company’s (SMMWC) water and wastewater systems under current and future conditions, including the inclusion of a proposed development at the Chevron Tank Farm. Developed water and wastewater base maps in GIS and conducting an analysis of demand, supply, capacity and storage for SMMWC’s existing and projected infrastructure. Developed demand and loading estimates for the current SMMWC service area at build-out. Analyzed the projected water demand and wastewater loading from the proposed development and compared against existing SMMWC demand/loading factors and the capacity of the SMMWC’s water and wastewater systems. Prepared a summary Technical Memorandum that describes the existing systems, proposed growth and recommendations completing future phases of the project. Flair Spectrum Water Supply Assessment, El Monte, CA. Staff Planner. Contributing author of the Water Supply Assessment (WSA) for the proposed Flair Spectrum project located in the City of El Monte within California American Water’s (CAW) water service area. The proposed project includes a 220-room hotel, 500,000 sq. ft. of retail outlet, 50,000 sq. ft. of restaurant and 600 condominium units with a total estimated water demand of 202 acre-feet per year. In accordance with California Water Code Section 10910-10915 (SB 610), the size of the development requires a WSA to determine whether the projected water supplies are sufficient to satisfy the demands of the project, in addition to existing and planned future uses. The WSA requires evaluating and documenting potential supplemental water supplies since CAW’s 2010 Urban Water Management Plan did not account for the increased water demand associated with this project. City of Arroyo Grande, City of Arroyo Grande 2010 Urban Water Management Plan, Arroyo Grande, CA. Staff Planner. Primary author of the UWMP. Prepared the 2010 UWMP to fulfill the requirements of the Urban Water Management Planning Act. Developed 20 year per capita water use projections within the City service area boundary in accordance with California Senate Bill x 7-7. Evaluated supply, supply reliability, demand, supply and demand comparisons, demand management measures, and a recycled water plan Item 9.f. - Page 172 Rebecca Nissley, EIT Education BS, Environmental Engineering, Penn State Professional Registrations Engineer in Training, No. ET020084 Professional Experience Ms. Nissley is an Engineer-in-Training with experience in stormwater management and nutrient run off. She has experience in the development of site layouts, plans, and permitting for erosion and sediment control. Her knowledge also includes developing unit processes for wastewater treatment, sludge handling, chemical storage, and hydraulic design. Representative Projects Northern Cities, Engineering Services. Engineering Support. Provided as-needed engineering services for the City of Arroyo Grande, City of Grover Beach, City of Pismo Beach, and the Oceano Community Services District. Coordinated monthly meetings of the Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group. Interfaced with local and statewide regulatory agencies as an authorized agent of the Northern Cities. City of Pismo Beach, Regional Groundwater Sustainability Project, Pismo Beach, CA. Staff Engineer. Providing program management and design engineering services for the development of an Indirect Potable Reuse (IPR) project to recharge the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin. The RGSP will provide additional treatment of the water, including micro/ultra-filtration, reverse osmosis and advanced oxidation, and injection of the advanced purified water into the groundwater basin to maintain groundwater levels and prevent seawater intrusion. Project is being funded by approximately $30 million in regional, state, and federal funding initiatives. South San Luis Obispo County Sanitation District, Satellite Water Resource Recovery Facility & Groundwater Recharge Planning Study. Engineering Support. Will evaluate the development of a Satellite Wastewater Resource Recovery Facility to allow the District to recover this water resource and put it to beneficial use in a groundwater basin threatened by seawater intrusion. This study will provide recycled water to offset potable demands. It will also provide the District with new upstream treatment capacity and increased redundancy for its existing treatment plant. Prepare a grant application to the SWRCB to cover 50% of the cost of the study. This study will focus on economic feasibility of a SWRRF compared to other supplemental water supply alternatives and the evaluation of multiple recycled water alternatives including: 1) landscape irrigation; 2) agricultural irrigation; and/or 3) groundwater recharge through surface recharge and/or irrigation wells. San Luis Obispo County Flood Control and Water Conservation District – Zone 3, Low Reservoir Response Plan. Engineering Support. Developed Low Reservoir Response Plan for Lopez Reservoir. The purpose of the LRRP is to limit downstream releases and municipal diversions from Lopez Reservoir during periods of low reservoir storage (i.e. less than 20,000 AF) to preserve water within the reservoir, above the minimum pool level, for a minimum of 3 to 4 years under continuing drought conditions. Developed a model for Lopez Reservoir to evaluate possible drought scenarios and their potential impact on reservoir storage. Hosted a series of workshops with District Staff, Zone 3 agencies and agriculture representatives to obtain input and gain buy-in for the LRRP. Item 9.f. - Page 173 Rebecca Nissley - Page 2 Camp Roberts, Water System and Wastewater Treatment Facility Evaluation, Staff Engineer. Developing an infrastructure and operational evaluation of Camp Roberts Army Base water production, water distribution system, and wastewater treatment facilities. The Camp Roberts Main Garrison WWTP is in the process of upgrading their facility to achieve compliance with their new wastewater discharge permit requirements. As part of the evaluation, the WWTP upgrade design and construction will also be assessed to ensure that the upgraded facility can achieve compliance with the new permit requirements. The upgrades will consist of retrofitting the existing facility to provide secondary clarification and denitrification abilities. Pipeline Replacement – Big Bear Lake Department of Water and Power, Big Bear Lake, CA. Project Engineer. Project includes the design and replacement of 4,000 LF of existing 12-inch steel pipe with 12-inch PVC pipe along Big Bear Boulevard and Georgia Street. Pipeline Replacement – Big Bear City Community Services District, Big Bear City, CA. Project Engineer. The Peter Pan Area portion of this project includes the design and replacement of approximately 8,250 feet of existing 2-inch and 6-inch steel and 4-inch asbestos cement (AC) water mains with new 8-inch pipeline. The Sheridan Drive component of the project includes the design and replacement nearly 450 feet of existing 2-inch steel water mains with new 8-inch pipeline. Well Pad Site Development – Shell Appalachia, Various Locations, PA. Project Designer. Project entails field visits of prospective gas well sites, review of site constraints and permitting issues with the client, site design, erosion and sedimentation control design, preparation of construction plans, and preparation of site of packages. Responsible for the preparation of well pad sign development plans and supporting information for permit applications. Well Pad Site Development – Cabot Oil and Gas, Various Locations, PA. Designer. Project entails field visits of prospective gas well sites, review of site constrains and permitting issues with the client, site design, erosion and sedimentation control design, preparation of construction plans, and preparation of site bid packages. Responsible for the preparation of well pad site development plans and supporting information for permit applications. Pipeline Permitting Design – UGI Utilities, Various Locations, PA. Designer. Project entails field visits for constructability review, review of site constraints and permitting issues with the client, erosion and sedimentation control design. Responsible for the preparation of E&S plans. Highway Occupancy Permitting – Southwestern Energy, Various Locations, PA. Permitting Engineer. Projects entail coordinating and gathering information with clients, creation of permitting plans, and the submission of required documents to the appropriate permitting agencies. Responsible for the permitting of any HOP’s and/or township driveway permits required for the project. Item 9.f. - Page 174 Adam Rianda, EIT Education BS, Environmental Engineering, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo Professional Registrations Engineer in Training, No. 146168 Professional Experience Mr. Rianda is an Engineer-in-Training with two years of civil engineering experience with an emphasis in surface water hydrology and hydraulics. His experience includes stormwater management planning and design, flood hazard assessment, stream and wetland restoration design, preparation of construction documents, and hydrologic and hydraulic modeling via a wide array of 1D and 2D modeling platforms. Representative Projects County of San Luis Obispo, Nacimiento Pipeline Repair Hydraulic Capacity and Energy Evaluation, San Luis Obispo County, CA. Project Engineer. Estimated energy consumption at the Nacimiento Intake Pump Station at various pressure and flow variations for alternative physical, operational and demand scenarios utilizing a steady-state hydraulic modeling platform. City of Arroyo Grande, Le Point Area Main Upgrade, City of Arroyo Grande, CA. Project Engineer. Prepared design plans and specifications for the replacement of aging drinking water infrastructure. The Project includes the replacement of approximately 2,460 LF of 4-inch cast iron water main with 8-inch PVC pipe in addition to the replacement of hydrants and residential service connections. Project was designed to keep existing system operational during construction. Cayucos Sustainable Water Project, Cayucos, CA. Staff Engineer. Providing engineering services to identify candidate sites Cayucos Sanitary District’s new Water Resource Recovery Facility, characterize the District’s domestic wastewater flows, perform preliminary engineering investigations, evaluate beneficial use alternatives and prepare a Facilities Plan for implementation of the Sustainable Water Project. Project includes assisting in the pursuit of state and federal funding, environmental document preparation, permit acquisition, stakeholder outreach and coordination and public outreach. City of Morro Bay, Chorro Creek Stream Gage, Morro Bay, CA. Engineering Support. Assisted with the erosion control design for the two (2) low-flow stream gages located on Chorro Creek. Stream gages are designed to measure flow down to 1.5 cfs, the threshold that the City may pump water from well fields located near the Chorro Creek. Constructed a HEC-RAS hydraulic model to estimate velocities at the stream gages under various design storm events. Velocities were used to weigh erosion control options and ultimately size the adequate material. Project required Section 404/401 permits from the U.S. Army Corp and Regional Water Quality Control Board, Streambed Alternation Agreement, and a County Encroachment permit. Camp Roberts, Water System and Wastewater Treatment Facility Evaluation, Staff Engineer. Developing an infrastructure and operational evaluation of Camp Roberts Army Base water production, water distribution system, and wastewater treatment facilities. The Camp Roberts Main Garrison WWTP is in the process of upgrading their facility to achieve compliance with their new wastewater discharge permit requirements. As part of the evaluation, the WWTP upgrade design and construction will also be assessed to ensure that the upgraded facility can achieve compliance with the new permit requirements. The upgrades will consist of retrofitting the existing facility to provide secondary clarification and denitrification abilities. Item 9.f. - Page 175 Adam Rianda - Page 2 Big Bear City Community Service Department, Water System Best Management Plan, Big Bear City, CA. Staff Engineer. Evaluating the Districts best management practices (BMP’s) in regards to planned and unplanned water system releases. Incorporating additional BMP’s and constructing a Best Management Practices Plan to guide the District in planning, scheduling, and performing releases while staying prepared for unplanned events. Big Bear City Community Service Department, Sewer Master Plan, Big Bear City, CA. Staff Engineer. Evaluating the existing sewer collection system, current and future sewer flows, hydraulic capacity of gravity sewers and lift stations, and recommending improvement projects to address capacity based deficiencies. Will include approaches for the rehabilitation and replacement of existing infrastructure. Pipeline Replacement – Big Bear City Community Services District, Big Bear City, CA. Staff Engineer. The Peter Pan Area portion of this project includes the design and replacement of approximately 8,250 feet of existing 2-inch and 6-inch steel and 4-inch asbestos cement (AC) water mains with new 8-inch pipeline. The Sheridan Drive component of the project includes the design and replacement nearly 450 feet of existing 2-inch steel water mains with new 8-inch pipeline. California American Water Company, Carmel River Reroute and San Clemente Dam Removal Project, Carmel Valley, CA. Staff Engineer. Project includes rerouting the Carmel River and removing the San Clemente Dam, which when completed will be the largest dam removal project completed in California. Performed field inspections to observe contract and permit compliance. Canyon del Rey Master Drainage Plan, Monterey County Water Resources Agency, Monterey, CA. Assistant Engineer. Responsible for the hydrology and hydraulic modeling of the Canyon del Rey Watershed for the updated Master Drainage Plan. The project included the development a hydrologic model used in the hydraulic analysis of the primary and secondary stormwater facilities. The project utilized LIDAR topographic and survey information to delineate watershed in AutoCAD, developed hydrologic models in HEC- HMS, and performed necessary hydraulic analyses on the stormwater facilities using HY-8. Promenade Property Stormwater Management Planning and Design, Antioch, CA. Assistant Engineer. Design of two stormwater basins, mitigating increased stormwater runoff and peak flows while providing water quality treatment per the Contra Costa County guidelines. Prepared water quality and hydromodification sizing using County methodologies. Developed hydrologic models in HEC-HMS for flood control analysis. The stormwater infrastructure approach and results of the modeling were coupled into a stormwater management plan and submitted for CEQA purposes. Cowan Property Stormwater Management Planning and Design, Antioch, CA. Assistant Engineer. Mitigate for increased stormwater runoff while reducing peak flows per the Contra Coast County guidelines. Responsible for HEC-HMS hydromodification and CCHM hydrologic modeling to assist in the design of two stormwater basins. Item 9.f. - Page 176 Emily P. Iskin, EIT Education BS, Biological Systems Engineering, University of California, Davis Professional Registrations Engineer in Training, No. 156080 Articles Evaluation of Thermosalinograph and VIIRS data for the Characterization of Near-Surface Temperature Fields, Journal of Atmospheric and Oceanic Technology, January, 2016. Professional Experience Ms. Iskin is an Engineer-in-Training with focused experience on water projects. She has experience with data collection, processing, and analysis for water systems. Her knowledge also includes practical experience with free-flow hydropower turbines, including the economical and social implications of such projects in rural areas. Her academic background includes a unique biological component that aids in systems analysis. Representative Projects Northern Cities, Engineering Services. Staff Engineer. Provided as-needed engineering services for the City of Arroyo Grande, City of Grover Beach, City of Pismo Beach, and the Oceano Community Services District. Coordinated monthly meetings of the Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group. Interfaced with local and statewide regulatory agencies as an authorized agent of the Northern Cities. South San Luis Obispo County Sanitation District, Satellite Water Resource Recovery Facility & Groundwater Recharge Planning Study. Staff Engineer. Will evaluate the development of a Satellite Wastewater Resource Recovery Facility to allow the District to recover this water resource and put it to beneficial use in a groundwater basin threatened by seawater intrusion. This study will provide recycled water to offset potable demands. It will also provide the District with new upstream treatment capacity and increased redundancy for its existing treatment plant. Prepare a grant application to the SWRCB to cover 50% of the cost of the study. This study will focus on economic feasibility of a SWRRF compared to other supplemental water supply alternatives and the evaluation of multiple recycled water alternatives including: 1) landscape irrigation; 2) agricultural irrigation; and/or 3) groundwater recharge through surface recharge and/or irrigation wells. City of San Luis Obispo, Water Resource Recovery Facility Project, San Luis Obispo, CA. Staff Engineer. Providing Program Management services for the City of San Luis Obispo’s seven year $90 million Water Resource Recovery Facility upgrade project from planning through commissioning. Responsibilities include: management of scope, schedule, and quality of the program, technical engineering support, City and agency coordination, data management, and review of design plans. Phase 1 of the project focused on preliminary engineering, outreach and development of the Facilities Plan. During Phase 2 and 3, WSC will manage and support the design consultant and environmental consultant and provide outreach services, funding support and technical assistance. Big Bear Area Regional Water Agency, Bear Valley Water Sustainability Project, Big Bear, CA. Staff Engineer. Evaluating conceptual recycled water use alternatives to retain treated water and create a sustainable water resource to augment the potable water supply. Alternatives will be analyzed based on treatment and regulatory requirements of use, water supply yield, social and environmental benefits, and life cycle cost. Project includes assisting in the procurement of state and federal funding to support the implementation of a cost- effective project. County of San Luis Obispo, Energy and Water Manager, San Luis Obispo, CA. Staff Engineer. Developing, administering, and coordinating energy and water management programs for County owned and leased facilities. Updating utility billing rates for the County. Item 9.f. - Page 177 Emily P. Iskin - Page 2 City of San Luis Obispo, On-Call Engineering and Design Services, San Luis Obispo, CA. Staff Engineer. Performing on-call engineering services for several of the City’s water, sewer, recycled water, and storm water systems. Providing planning services for the City’s Recycled Water Facilities Planning Study. California American Water Company, Monterey County District 2015 Urban Water Management Plan, Monterey, CA . Staff Engineer. Preparing the 2015 UWMP to fulfill the requirements of the Urban Water Management Planning Act. Developing 20 year per capita water use projections in accordance with California Senate Bill x 7-7. Evaluating and updating supply, supply reliability, demand, supply and demand comparison, demand management measures and the water shortage contingency plan components of the UWMP. California American Water Company, Sacramento County District 2015 Urban Water Management Plan, Sacramento, CA . Staff Engineer. Preparing the 2015 UWMP to fulfill the requirements of the Urban Water Management Planning Act. Developing 20 year per capita water use projections in accordance with California Senate Bill x 7-7. Evaluating and updating supply, supply reliability, demand, supply and demand comparison, demand management measures and the water shortage contingency plan components of the UWMP. California American Water Company, Ventura County District 2015 Urban Water Management Plan, Ventura, CA . Staff Engineer. Preparing the 2015 UWMP to fulfill the requirements of the Urban Water Management Planning Act. Developing 20 year per capita water use projections in accordance with California Senate Bill x 7-7. Evaluating and updating supply, supply reliability, demand, supply and demand comparison, demand management measures and the water shortage contingency plan components of the UWMP. California American Water Company, Los Angeles County District 2015 Urban Water Management Plan, Los Angeles, CA . Staff Engineer. Preparing the 2015 UWMP to fulfill the requirements of the Urban Water Management Planning Act. Developing 20 year per capita water use projections in accordance with California Senate Bill x 7-7. Evaluating and updating supply, supply reliability, demand, supply and demand comparison, demand management measures and the water shortage contingency plan components of the UWMP. California American Water Company, Coronado County District 2015 Urban Water Management Plan, Coronado, CA . Staff Engineer. Preparing the 2015 UWMP to fulfill the requirements of the Urban Water Management Planning Act. Developing 20 year per capita water use projections in accordance with California Senate Bill x 7-7. Evaluating and updating supply, supply reliability, demand, supply and demand comparison, demand management measures and the water shortage contingency plan components of the UWMP. Item 9.f. - Page 178