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July 27, 2018 Project No: 18-05706

Rafael Payan, General Manager Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District 4860 Carmel Valley Rd Carmel, CA 93923-7936 Via email: [email protected]

Subject: Proposal to Prepare an Initial Study for the Palo Corona Regional Park General Development Plan

Dear Mr. Payan: Rincon Consultants, Inc. (Rincon) is pleased to submit this proposal to support the Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District (MPRPD) for preparation of an Initial Study for the Palo Corona Regional Park General Development Plan. We trust you will find the Rincon team particularly well-suited to assist with this important project. The following outlines our understanding of the proposed project; our team’s relevant qualifications; our proposed scope of work; and a proposed cost and schedule. Project Understanding

Palo Corona Regional Park is approximately 4,500 acres of open space extending south from the Carmel River toward and connecting to existing open space and park areas, including: Ranch and State Reserve, , Santa Lucia Preserve, Mitteldorf Preserve, and Joshua Creek Ecological Preserve. The Regional Park is split into three different “units”: the Front Ranch Unit, which includes approximately 600 acres at the northern end of the park, abutting the eastern side of Highway 1; the Back Country Unit, which includes approximately 3,800 acres in the central and southern portions of the park; and the Rancho Cañada Unit, which is approximately 175 acres of recently acquired property at the former Rancho Cañada Golf Course, located northeast of the Front Ranch Unit and fronting on Carmel Valley Road. The Rancho Cañada Unit will serve as the gateway to Palo Corona Regional Park. MPRPD recently prepared a General Development Plan (GDP) for the park, including all three park regions. The intent of the GDP was to investigate the range of recreation opportunities appropriate for Palo Corona Regional Park through site assessment, master planning, and public outreach. The GDP will serve as a roadmap for conservation, stewardship, and public access to manage the almost 4,500-acre property. The preferred alternative for the park, as presented to the MPRPD Board in April 2018, includes the following: Front Ranch Unit Multi-use trail access to Back Country unit with speed control measures for safety Potential multi-use trail connection to

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Repurpose existing barn for interpretive, educational, and special event uses Potential horse trailer staging areas Continued special permits for community and non-profit events/fundraisers Closure of Highway 1 parking Continuation of pedestrian access from nearby neighborhoods

Back Country Unit Multi-use trail system including mountain bikes, equestrians, and hikers/joggers, including improved connectivity to existing, adjacent parks and open space Limited, permit-only rustic backpacking sites On-site ranger staff to patrol full-time Research and educational/interpretive opportunities Emergency access and potential to expand cell phone coverage

Rancho Cañada Unit Re-use Zone, including the former golf clubhouse, parking lot, and immediate surrounding area (including existing pond) o Reuse of the existing Rancho Canada clubhouse for a discovery center, gathering space for club meetings and events, and office and administrative space o Construction of a trailhead with information kiosks, picnic pavilion, observation dock, amphitheater, and exploratory play area west of the existing clubhouse parking lot o Construction of a new gravel parking area and dog park east of the existing clubhouse o Passive recreation and CalFire staging area, for use during emergencies o Installation of a river overlook and outdoor classroom on the south side of the Carmel River Transitional Zone, south and east of the Reuse Zone, to include the potential for a future native plant nursery, art in the park, fitness course, or other opportunities Restoration along the Carmel River (within the “Priority Restoration Zone”) and north and south of the river (“Future Restoration Zone”)

The MPRPD Board approved the Palo Corona Regional Park GDP preferred alternative in April 2018. The Draft GDP will be presented to the Board in August 2018. MPRPD staff has requested preparation of an Initial Study to determine the appropriate level of CEQA documentation; the scope and cost for this Initial Study will be presented to the Board at the August 2018 meeting. The preferred alternative is considered the “project” for the purposes of the CEQA analysis. Qualifications

Rincon Consultants, Inc. (Rincon) is a multi-disciplinary environmental sciences, planning, and engineering consulting firm that provides quality professional services to government and industry. Founded in 1994, Rincon has grown to a firm of over 250 professionals located in 11 California offices. Our approach to projects is focused on well-designed solutions that respond to our clients’ specific needs in a cost-effective manner. Rincon prides itself on the considerable depth of its staff, which includes professional geologists; professional engineers; a certified engineering geologist; doctors of environmental engineering, biology, and

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geochemistry; wildlife biologists; certified wetland specialists and arborists; botanists; noise and air quality experts; accredited LEED professionals; and certified urban planners. Rincon recently prepared the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Carmel Rio Road Subdivision Project located on Val Verde Drive, less than 0.5 mile west of the Front Ranch Unit, and is currently preparing the EIR for the Rio Ranch Marketplace Project on Rio Road, across from the Crossroads Shopping Center. Because of this experience, we are intimately familiar with key issues of concern at the mouth of Carmel Valley, including: traffic and circulation, water supply and hydrology/flooding, and biological resources. In addition to this key local experience, Rincon has prepared CEQA documents for parks and park master plans throughout the state. Additional qualifications, including project examples and resumes for key staff, can be provided upon request. Scope of Work and Approach

The following scope of work assumes preparation of an Initial Study – Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS-MND). If it is determined through the Initial Study and early consultation process that the project may result in significant and unavoidable environmental impacts, we will notify MPRPD immediately to determine the necessary course of action, which could include revising the work scope and budget to accommodate the preparation and processing of an EIR. The environmental analysis will identify and focus on the subset of preferred park projects listed in the GDP that would involve physical ground disturbance, such as construction of an amphitheater and other passive recreational facilities, renovation of the Rancho Cañada clubhouse, new multi-use trails, and horse trailer staging areas. Projects will be analyzed at the level of detail available. Where warranted, the IS-MND will establish prescriptive performance-based mitigation measures to ensure impacts are minimized to the extent feasible. The major tasks involved in preparation and processing of the IS-MND are described below. Task 1: Project Mobilization and Kickoff Rincon will visit the park to document and photograph existing conditions and context, obtain and review all available project and site information and mobilize our staff to begin the CEQA process and analysis. Rincon will coordinate with MPRPD staff to confirm study objectives during a kickoff meeting. This meeting will allow MPRPD and Rincon an opportunity to thoroughly discuss the project description, approach to environmental evaluation, existing conditions and baseline for the analysis, and any community concerns regarding the project that have surfaced to date. This step will allow the team to better focus the scope of the study. Prior to this meeting, Rincon will review the existing background document to identify potential data gaps, key information, and documents that will be needed to complete the analysis. During this task, Rincon will also coordinate with MPRPD and other stakeholders as needed to confirm our scope of work and approach.

Task 2: Project Description Working with the MPRPD Project Manager, Rincon will prepare an internal review draft Project Description. Organization of this information is critical, since it forms the basis for environmental evaluation under CEQA. The project description will focus on the overall boundary of the project site. Location and vicinity maps and graphics from the GDP will be included to portray the project to the

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public. The Project Description will be submitted in Word and PDF format. Rincon assumes one round of review of the Project Description by MPRPD staff prior to conducting the analysis described in subsequent tasks.

Task 3: Administrative Draft IS-MND After MPRPD staff review and approval of the project description, Rincon will prepare an internal review (Administrative) draft Initial Study which documents existing conditions, project impacts (if any), mitigation measures, and resulting level of significance for each of the topical areas required under CEQA. The Initial Study for the project will be prepared in accordance with the most recent CEQA Statutes and Guidelines. Each of the environmental issue areas included in the CEQA Environmental Checklist Form will be addressed at a level of detail sufficient to allow Rincon to make determinations of significance. The Initial Study will be organized such that each topical section is consecutively numbered to allow easy cross referencing of impacts and mitigation measures. The methodology and approach to selected environmental topics is discussed under Technical Approach to Environmental Issues, below.

Where appropriate, impacts will be quantified. If readily available data does not allow definitive quantification, reasonable assumptions will be used to qualitatively forecast potential impacts. Determinations will be made as to whether such measures are adequate to reduce impacts to less than significant levels.

If necessary, mitigation measures may include a broad range of programs and resource protection procedures as required by resource protection law. Mitigation measures will be presented in wording that can be directly incorporated into project design and applied as conditions of approval. Following each mitigation measure will be a discussion of the significance of the impact, and disposition with appropriate and feasible mitigation. Rincon will submit electronic copies of the Administrative Draft IS- MND in both PDF and Word format.

Task 4: Second Administrative Draft IS-MND We assume we will receive two sets of comments, one from MPRDP and one from County staff/legal counsel. Rincon will respond to MPRDP and County comments on the Administrative Draft IS-MND and submit a Second Administrative Draft IS-MND for review. This document will be submitted in Microsoft Word with revisions shown in track changes. If additional technical analysis is warranted based on comments then additional scope and fee may be required.

Task 5: Public Review Draft IS-MND Rincon will conduct final revisions and prepare the Draft IS-MND for public review. Prior to publication, we will provide a clean PDF “screencheck” document for final MPRPD review. We assume that any comments at this stage will be limited to minor typographical or formatting edits, if any. Rincon will prepare a Notice of Intent (NOI) to Adopt an IS-MND. One electronic copy of the Public Review Draft IS- MND and up to five bound paper copies will be provided, as well as 15 copies on a CD as required by the State Clearinghouse. Rincon will transmit the NOI and other required forms and CD copies of the IS-MND to the State Clearinghouse and County Clerk. We assume that MPRPD will be responsible for mailing copies and notices to responsible agencies, if any; neighboring or nearby property owners or residents; and other interested parties. It is also assumed that MPRPD will be responsible for noticing required under CEQA or County procedures, including posting at the site or newspaper ads. However, Rincon can assist with these tasks for an additional fee on a time and materials basis.

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Task 6: Responses to Comments/Administrative Final IS-MND Upon receipt of public comments on the Draft IS-MND, Rincon will prepare draft response to comments and an Administrative Final IS-MND for review by MPRPD staff. This scope of work assumes that up to ten comment letters will be received, including two lengthy (over five pages) and/or substantive letters, that can be adequately responded to in a maximum of 40 professional staff hours. The actual level of effort required to respond will depend on the length, detail, and sophistication of the comments, in addition to the number of letters received. We reserve the right to reevaluate the effort level and request a scope amendment upon close of the public comment period.

Task 7: Final IS-MND and MMRP Upon receipt of comments on the Administrative Final IS-MND, we will incorporate changes and prepare the Final IS-MND. This task will also include preparation of the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP), which will include a list of mitigation measures, monitoring timing, and responsibility. One electronic copy of Final IS-MND and up to five bound paper copies will be provided. If the project is approved, Rincon will prepare a Notice of Determination (NOD) for MPRPD to file with the County Clerk. MPRPD will be responsible for payment of County Clerk and California Department of Fish & Wildlife (CDFW) CEQA fees.

Task 8: Public Hearings Rincon will attend up to two hearings or community meetings on the project. We assume approximately six staff hours to attend each meeting. Upon request, we will prepare and deliver a presentation that summarizes the CEQA process and the findings of our analysis. Rincon can attend additional hearings or meetings of up to six hours for an additional fee of $1,140 per meeting.

Task 9: Project Management This task includes management and coordination through the duration of the project, including coordination with MPRPD, Design Workshop, and County staff; project oversight; budget and schedule management; and project accounting including billing and accounts receivable efforts. We assume up to two in person meetings, in addition to the kickoff meeting. Technical Approach to Environmental Issues

Each of the issues included in the Initial Study checklist will be addressed and analyzed at a level of detail that leads to a definitive conclusion relative to significance. For the issue areas not specifically described below, this evaluation will consist of brief discussions of impacts for these issue areas, based on literature review, original research, and analysis.

If the analysis determines that any potentially significant environmental effects may result, we will notify MPRPD immediately. If an EIR is required, the Initial Study may be used as a screening tool such that a Focused EIR for a few key issue areas – such as biological resources or traffic – can be prepared under a separate scope and cost.

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The Initial Study will focus on the following key issue areas:

Aesthetics The Monterey County General Plan (2010) identifies the park as a visually sensitive resource, and portions of the park are visible from Highway 1 and Carmel Valley Road. Highway 1 is a State-designated scenic highway near Carmel, and Carmel Valley Road is a proposed scenic route in Monterey County. The majority of new development associated with the GDP would be located on the Rancho Cañada Unit, at the former Rancho Cañada Golf Course. Some of these improvements may be visible from Carmel Valley Road. Rincon will photo document the existing visual setting during a site visit and assess whether buildout of the GDP would have a substantial adverse effect on a scenic vista, substantially damage scenic resources, or substantially degrade the existing visual character or quality of the site and its surroundings. This section will also consider the addition of nighttime lighting and daytime glare to the each of the three units. Mitigation will be identified as appropriate.

Air Quality Construction of certain projects under the GDP may result in temporary construction-related emissions. It is anticipated that buildout of recreational resources at the park would also lead to an increase in the number of visitors, including additional motor vehicle trips that emit air pollutants. The air quality analysis will be prepared in conformance with the methodologies and significance thresholds outlined in the Monterey Bay Resources District (MBARD) CEQA Air Quality Guidelines. As appropriate, emissions associated with construction will be quantified using the California Emissions Estimator Model (CalEEMod) and compared to appropriate MBARD thresholds. Modeling inputs regarding the duration of construction and number and type of equipment used will be based on standard assumptions or based on information provided by MBARD. Operational emissions assumptions will be based on available traffic information (see Transportation section for additional detail). Mitigation measures will be applied to planned improvements, as warranted.

Biological Resources The park is largely undeveloped and consists of grasslands, coast live oak woodlands, coast redwood forest, chaparral and coastal scrub habitats, and may include numerous other microhabitats and specific vegetation communities. The park provides habitat for several federal and state listed species such as California red-legged frog (designated critical habitat), California tiger salamander, Smith’s blue butterfly, steelhead - south-central California coast DPS (designated critical habitat), spotted owl, and Yadon’s Piperia, as well as a host of other special status species. The plan area also supports jurisdictional wetlands including Carmel River, smaller ephemeral washes and drainages, and associated riparian habitat.

The GDP would increase the levels of human disturbance and result in removal of some habitat, although the increase in disturbance and acreage of development is expected to be small. This section of the IS-MND will include an analysis of the preferred alternative under the GDP on a programmatic level, including the sensitive species, vegetation communities, and other biological resources which may occur in the plan area. This analysis will be based on a desktop literature review of all readily available existing information, project plans, aerial imagery, databases (i.e. California Natural Diversity Database [CNDDB], and California Native Plant Society [CNPS] rare plant inventory). Previous planning and conservation documents prepared by the MPRPD will also be reviewed, including: amphibian monitoring reports, the grassland management plan and grassland monitoring reports, the San Jose Creek watershed

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assessment, San Jose Creek stream inventory report, and the USFWS safe harbor permit agreement and incidental take permit.

The IS-MND section will document existing biological conditions based on this desktop review and evaluate at a programmatic-level the potential for impacts to sensitive biological resources from project- level GDP implementation. Our scope does not include reconnaissance-level biological field surveys or protocol-level botanical or wildlife surveys; however, the assessment may determine that surveys would be required based on preliminary results. If it is determined that surveys are needed, Rincon will discuss with MPRPD staff and revise the scope of work as appropriate. The analysis will address potential impacts to special status plants and wildlife, sensitive vegetation communities, and jurisdictional waters, if present, and will evaluate potential impacts. Suitable mitigation that may be required to reduce potential impacts to less than significant would be developed and designed to guide project-level analyses that would be required for future development under the GDP. Special‐status species tables will be developed and presented as an appendix to the IS-MND. These tables will include the current status of each special-status species identified by the literature review, specific habitat requirements, the potential for occurrence within or near the plan area, and the types of projects or locations in the plan area where mitigation may be required for project-level activity.

Neither programmatic-level nor project specific Biological Resource Assessment (BRA) reporting is included in this scope. If a full biological technical report becomes necessary, this task could be included at an additional scope and cost.

Cultural Resources The Cultural Resources section will characterize archaeological resources in the park based on existing information, including the Archaeological Report prepared for the park in 2009. Typically, these kinds of reports are considered out-of-date if they are over a few years in age. However, this scope of work assumes that the 2009 report is sufficient for the purposes of analyzing impacts to cultural resources. If it is determined that report updates are needed during the initial project mobilization phase, Rincon will coordinate with MPRPD to discuss options for updating the report and revise our scope of work as appropriate. Ground disturbance and development of staging areas during the future construction of projects listed in the GDP could result in impacts on archaeological or historic resources. Based on the types and locations of listed projects, Rincon will analyze potential impacts on cultural resources and prescribe mitigation measures as appropriate to protect known and unanticipated resources. The IS- MND will also discuss the paleontological sensitivity of geologic units within the project site, assess potential for impacts on paleontological resources from the proposed project, and recommend mitigation measures to avoid or mitigate impacts to scientifically significant paleontological resources. No records searches or field surveys will be completed for archaeological or paleontological resources.

Rincon understands that two built environment resources may be adaptively reused as part of the plan; a former golf clubhouse and barn. Each property will be surveyed, research and evaluated for historic significance on California Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) 523 series forms. The results of the evaluations will be summarized in the IS-MND. A cultural resources technical report will not be prepared.

Rincon will assist MPRPD with Native American government-to-government consultation in accordance with AB 52. Rincon assumes MPRPD will provide a list of tribes who have requested AB 52 notification. Rincon will draft letters and maps for Native American tribal government contacts, as well as provide the

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District with a tracking sheet and instructions for successful AB 52 consultation. Native American contacts have 30 days to respond and request further consultation. We assume that Rincon will participate in one conference call with tribal representatives related to the AB 52 consultation process.

Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GHG) Similar to the Air Quality approach, the GHG section will estimate GHG emissions associated with implementation of the GDP using CalEEMod based on available project-level information. This analysis will consider the proposed project’s potential contribution to cumulative impacts related to climate change. An overview of the current regulatory framework regarding GHGs/climate change, including Assembly Bill (AB) 32, Senate Bill (SB) 97, and SB 375, as well as adopted amendments to the State CEQA Guidelines, will also be described. At this time, MBARD has not finalized specific GHG thresholds of significance, and the County of Monterey has not adopted a qualified climate action plan. As such, our team will coordinate with MBARD staff and review the MBARD draft thresholds proposed in February 2014. Mitigation measures will be prescribed as appropriate and/or cross-referenced with mitigation measures in the air quality analysis.

Hydrology and Water Quality Hydrologic resources are an important component of the park, which includes generally undeveloped headwaters of several watersheds. The primary concerns related to hydrology and water quality under current conditions are excessive erosion from existing steep and unpaved trails and roads, sedimentation of local streams, and flooding of existing trails and roads. The Hydrology and Water Quality section will characterize existing conditions based on water quality data available from the Regional Water Quality Control Board and water quality studies available from MPRPD. This section will evaluate the potential effects of projects listed in the GDP on water quality, drainage patterns, stormwater runoff, groundwater recharge, and flooding. This section will focus primarily on the potential for trail relocation and new trail construction to alter existing drainage patterns, increase the rate or amount of stormwater runoff, and result in accelerated erosion and subsequent sedimentation of local waterbodies. Feasible mitigation measures will be developed to ensure that the design and implementation of new trails and structures in the park would not exacerbate the existing erosion problem or expose people to a substantial risk of injury or death related to flooding. This proposed scope of work assumes that groundwater use would be minimal and limited to potable water supply for park users and that the MPRPD has sufficient groundwater rights to satisfy future water demand in the park. A separate hydrologic study or groundwater supply assessment is not proposed as part of this scope of work.

Noise The Noise section of the IS-MND will consider both temporary construction impacts and long-term impacts associated with GDP implementation. Both noise and vibration will be addressed and the analysis will consider potential temporary construction noise impacts to park users. Operational noise would include the addition of traffic to area roadways, based on available provided traffic information. Overall operational noise associated with new uses under the GDP is expected to be similar to noise levels under the prior golf course use. Rincon will conduct up to three ambient noise measurements in the field to characterize the existing noise conditions in the park. If significant impacts are identified, feasible mitigation measures will be developed.

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Transportation/Traffic Based on discussions with MPRPD legal counsel and the project design team, this scope of work assumes that the prior golf course use would serve as the baseline for the traffic analysis, and that previous studies and traffic counts would be sufficient for this analysis. Therefore, this scope of work does not include costs related to the preparation of a Traffic Impact Analysis. Rincon’s scope of work includes time to review previous studies, qualitatively compare previous findings and conclusions and how they relate to traffic conditions with implementation of the GPD, and summarize the findings in the IS-MND section only. Though this proposed scope of work does not include technical traffic impact assessment, Rincon can coordinate with a traffic firm to prepare a traffic impact study as part of this contract at additional cost if desired.

Utilities and Service Systems Rincon will use information provided in the County’s General Plan and by MPRDP to quantify and describe the impacts of the project on water and wastewater systems and infrastructure and solid waste landfills. This analysis assumes that the prior golf course use would serve as the baseline for water use and wastewater generation, and that additional utility impact analysis is not required. Schedule

Rincon Consultants has an excellent reputation for adhering to schedules and meeting milestones. Based on our understanding of the project and the analysis required, we propose to adhere to a schedule that allows for completion of the environmental review process in approximately six to seven months depending on timing of our receipt of requested info, MPRPD and County review times, and number and complexity of public comments. Kick-off Meeting: Rincon will schedule the kick-off meeting within one week of Notice to Proceed per MPRDP staff availability. Project Description. Rincon will submit the draft Project Description in electronic form within two weeks of the kick-off meeting and receipt of all necessary background and project information from the MPRDP. Administrative Draft IS-MND. Rincon will submit the Administrative Draft IS-MND in electronic form within six of MPRDP approval of the Project Description. Second Administrative Draft IS-MND. Rincon will submit the Second Administrative Draft IS-MND in electronic form within three weeks of receipt of all comments on the first Administrative Draft IS- MND. Public Review Draft IS-MND. The Public Review Draft IS-MND will be completed within two weeks of receipt of MRPDP and County comments on the Second Administrative Draft IS-MND. Final IS-MND. The Administrative Draft Final IS-MND will be completed four weeks after receipt of all written comments received during the review period, and will consist of the comments, responses, and corrections to the Draft IS-MND, if any are warranted. We will submit the Final IS- MND, including the MMRP, within one week of receipt of MPRDP comments on the draft responses and Administrative Draft Final IS-MND.

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Thank you for your consideration of Rincon Consultants for this project. We look forward to the opportunity to work with you and would welcome an opportunity to discuss the details of this proposed scope of work at your convenience. Sincerely, Rincon Consultants, Inc.

Megan Jones, MPP Stephen Svete, AICP CEP Senior Program Manager Principal in Charge

Attachment: Fee Schedule

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Cost

Rincon can complete the proposed work program for a cost not to exceed $62,052. A breakdown of our cost by task is summarized in the table below. All services would be provided on a time and expense reimbursement basis and will be billed in accordance with our standard fee schedule for professional services.

RINCON CONSULTANTS, INC. Palo Corona Regional Park General Development Plan IS-MND Cost Estimate

Rincon Labor Classification Principal / Director I I / Director Principal I Supervisor III Professional I Professional Technical Editor GIS/CADD Specialist I Specialist Production Clerical/Administrati ve Assistant I

Tasks Labor Cost Hours $215 $190 $125 $100 $110 $108 $86 $75 Task 1: Project Mobilization and Kickoff $3,980 28 4 8 4 8 4 Task 2: Project Description $2,358 19 2 2 2 8 1 2 2 Task 3: Administrative Draft IS-MND $3,736 36 12 16 8 Aesthetics $1,645 13 1 2 2 8 Air Quality $1,645 13 1 2 2 8 Biological Resources $10,430 76 4 18 30 24 Cultural Resources $5,140 44 2 4 6 32 Greenhouse Gas Emissions $1,645 13 1 2 2 8 Hydrology and Water Quality $1,700 12 1 4 1 6 Noise $1,645 13 1 2 2 8 Transportation $2,025 15 1 4 2 8 Utilities and Service Systems $1,445 11 1 2 2 6 Other CEQA Issue Areas (9) $2,510 20 2 2 4 12 Task 4: Second Administrative Draft IS-MND $2,690 20 2 4 4 10 Task 5: Public Review Draft IS-MND $2,798 24 2 2 4 8 8 Task 6: Responses to Comments/Administrative Final IS-MND $4,962 40 2 6 8 20 2 2 Task 7: Final IS-MND and MMRP $2,348 20 2 2 2 6 8 Task 8: Public Hearings (2) $2,280 12 12 Task 9: Project Management $5,540 32 6 20 6 SUBTOTAL COST $ 60,522 461 35 98 77 180 15 18 28 10

Direct Cost Summary Vehicle Costs $ 680 Printing (5 copies Draft, 5 copies Final, 15 CDs) $ 750 Subtotal Additional Costs: $ 1,530

Summary Professional Fees Subtotal $ 60,522 Direct Costs Subtotal $ 1,530 TOTAL PROJECT BUDGET $ 62,052

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Standard Fee Schedule for Environmental Sciences and Planning Services

Professional, Technical & Support Personnel* Hourly Rate Principal II / Director II $235 Principal / Director I $215 Senior Supervisor II $200 Supervisor I $190 Senior Professional II $170 Senior Professional I $156 Professional IV $140 Professional III $125 Professional II $112 Professional I $100 Associate III $92 Associate II $86 Associate I $80 Project Assistant $75 Senior GIS Specialist $136 GIS/CADD Specialist II $120 GIS/CADD Specialist I $108 Technical Editor $110 Production Specialist $86 Clerical $75 *Professional classification includes: environmental scientists, urban planners, biologists, geologists, marine scientists, GHG verifiers, sustainability experts, cultural resources experts and other professionals. Expert witness services consisting of depositions or in-court testimony are charged at the hourly rate of $350.

Direct Costs Rate Photocopies – Black and White $0.20 (single sided) & $0.36 (double sided) Photocopies – Color $1.50 (single sided) & $3.20 (double sided) Photocopies – 11 x 17 $0.80 (B & W) & $3.20 (color) Oversized Maps $8.00/square foot Reproduction: CDs $10 / disc Light duty /Passenger Vehicles** $85/day 4-WD/Off-Road Vehicles** $135/day ** $0.65/mile for mileage over 50 and for all miles incurred in employee-owned vehicles.

Other Direct Costs Other direct costs associated with the execution of a project are billed at cost plus 15% to cover General and Administrative services. Other direct costs associated with completing a project that are not included in the hourly billing rates described above may include, but are not limited to, laboratory and drilling services, subcontractor services, authorized travel expenses, permit charges and filing fees, mailings and postage, performance bonds, sample handling and shipment, rental equipment and vehicles other than covered by the above charges, etc.

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Equipment Day Rate Environmental Site Assessment Brass Sample Sleeves, Bailers, Disposable Bailers $25 Water Level Indicator, DC Purge Pump $40 Hand Auger Sampler $55 Oil-Water Interface Probe $85 Four Gas Monitor or Photo-Ionization Detector $120 Soil Vapor Extraction Monitoring Equipment $140 Flame Ionization Detector $200 Natural Resources Field Equipment Trimble GPS (sub-meter accuracy) $190 UAS Drone $250 Pettersson Bat Ultrasound Detector/Recording Equipment $150 Spotting or Fiberoptic Scope $150 Amphibian/Vernal Pool Field Package: (digital camera, GPS, thermometer, decon chlorine, waders, float tube, hand net, field microscope) $150 Remote Field Package, (digital camera, GPS, thermometer, binoculars, tablet and mifi, Delorme Satellite Beacon, 24-Hour Safety Phone) $125 Sound Level Metering Field Package: anemometer, tripod and digital camera. $100 Standard Field Package (digital camera, GPS, thermometer, binoculars, tablet, safety equipment, and botanic collecting equipment) $95 Fisheries Equipment Package: (waders, wetsuits, dip nets, seine nets, bubblers, buckets) $50 Water Quality Equipment (DO, pH, Turbidity, refractometer, temperature) $55 Large Block Nets $100 Minnow trap $85 Infrared Sensor Digital Camera or Computer Field Equipment $50 Scent Station $20 Laser Rangefinder/Altitude $10 Net, Hand/Large Seine $10/$50 Pit-fall Traps, Spotlights, Anemometer, GPS Units, Sterilized Sample Jar $8 Mammal Trap, Large/Small $1.50/$.50 Water & Marine Resources Equipment Refractometer (salinity) or Turbidity Meter $35 Multi Parameter Sonde (Temp, Cond, Turbidity, DO, pH) with GPS $150 Boat (20 ft. Boston Whaler or Similar) $300 Boat (26 ft. Radon or Similar) $550 Side Scan or Single Beam Sonar $700 Underwater & Marine Sampling Gear includes: U/W Photo/Video Camera, SCUBA Equipment (Tanks, BCD, Regulators, Wetsuits, etc.) $50/diver Marine Field Package: (Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs),100 ft. Reel Tapes w/ Stainless Carabiners, Pelican Floats, Underwater Slates, Thermometer, Refractometer, Anemometer, $50 various Field Guides) Insurance, Hazard & Safety Fees L & H Dive Insurance $50/diver $1.25 X Hazard Premium (In or Underwater ONLY per/hour) hourly Level C Health and Safety $60 person

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