HomeMy WebLinkAboutChambers GroupSEPTEMBER 20, 2024
RFP RESPONSE TO PREPARE A CEQA DOCUMENT FOR AN ELECTRONIC BILLBOARD PROJECT
CITY OF DIAMOND BAR
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1. Cover Letter
September 20, 2024
Dat Tran, Associate Planner
City of Diamond Bar
21810 Copley Drive
Diamon Bar, CA 91765
Subject: Prepare a California Environmental Quality Act Document for an Electronic Billboard Project
Dear Dat Tran,
Chambers Group has prepared several Notice of Exemptions (NOEs) and supporting analysis for projects involving
electric signage on San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD) campuses discussed in detail in Section 3 of this proposal.
Another project that required addressing highly visible structures in a community was the San Diego Gas & Electric
(SDG&E) pole replacement that included changing out wood transmission line poles with steel poles in fire prone areas.
We are familiar with the public sensitivities associated with such visible changes. Therefore, the visual simulations are
a critical element in supporting the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) process for the proposed billboard and
under a Class 11 Accessory Structures Categorical Exemption (CE), the Project may be exempted from CEQA all together.
Chambers Group presents this proposal to the City of Diamond Bar (City) to prepare documentation in compliance with
the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), specifically for the preparation of a NOE or a Mitigated Negative
Declaration (MND) for the construction and operation of a two-sided electronic billboard. With the completion of visual
simulations and a desktop cultural study, it is possible that no environmental impacts would occur with implementation
of the Proposed Project resulting in a shorter timeframe to document compliance with CEQA. An Initial Study (IS) would
also be completed to verify a CE from CEQA does have any exceptions to the CE nor impacts are identified. Discussions
with the City will determine when and if the remaining identified technical studies will be implemented to support
CEQA. With the exception of AB-52 tribal consultation which would occur only if an MND is determined necessary, the
other technical studies can be initiated after the project description is approved or after it is agreed upon that a MND
will be required. The other studies: air, energy, greenhouse gases (GHGs), and noise analysis would be conducted, by
our trusted subconsultant Vista Environmental. At Chambers we always look to identify the approach to CEQA that
requires the least amount of effort for our clients.
The representative to be contacted in connection with this proposal is Christie Robinson, Project Manager 949.261.5414
x7138 | 866.261.3100 fax, crobinson@chambersgroupinc.com. Christie has over 27 years of experience with projects
with similar scope requirements.
Our team boasts an abundance of experience conducting CEQA review for city projects in Ventura, Orange, Los Angeles,
Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties. We’ve leveraged our experience working on all phases of development projects
to ensure that documents under review by Chambers Group are legally defensible, contain best available technical
analyses and conclusions, and that all proposed mitigation measures are feasible and enforceable.
If the City requires additional information or would like to discuss this proposal further, please do not hesitate to contact
me on the number below or the Project Manager, Christie, directly at the contact information listed previously. As Chief
Executive Officer I am authorized to legally bind the firm.
Respectfully,
CHAMBERS GROUP, INC.
Mike McEntee, Chief Executive Officer
(949) 261-5414
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2. Qualifications
Experience
Conducting environmental analyses and documentation for development projects, including complex and sensitive
projects, is Chambers Group’s specialty. We are experienced in preparing appropriate CEQA documents and technical
studies. Chambers Group’s staff has ongoing relationships with many state and local agencies, and the firm maintains
an understanding of evolving environmental legislation and meeting the stringent requirements of federal, state, and
local regulatory agencies. Our team of technical experts will provide scientific objectivity, environmental expertise,
defensible environmental analysis, and technical documentation to support the City in meeting its project goals.
Chambers Group’s environmental planners in association with other members of our team have decades of experience
providing CEQA compliance services on both publicly and privately initiated development such as commercial
development, residential development, mixed-use development, energy, and communications and also agency-
sponsored projects such as transportation upgrades and improvements, parks, stormwater, and municipal planning
projects. We have extensive experience in general plan amendments, rezones, design reviews, conditional use permits
and specific plans. Many of our planners currently serve on their respective Chapter of the Association of Environmental
Professionals (AEP) Board which allows our planning team to stay informed of the rapidly changing regulatory
environment. Several staff members hold positions on the AEP Board of Directors. This gives our team immediate access
to the AEP Legislative Committee which closely tracks and responds to pending legislation. We use this access and
knowledge to help our clients stay ahead of upcoming changes and hot buttons as we navigate the CEQA process. Our
team combines our experience with proven management techniques that focus on flexibility, responsiveness, and
accountability. We work seamlessly with project Applicants and City staff to meet schedules, work within budget, and
produce environmental documentation that is thorough and complete. Our team offers experience from being on both
sides of the counter.
Chambers Group is known for providing Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) who are exceptionally responsive and
communicative with our clients. Chambers Group has built this reputation on decades of experience preparing
appropriate CEQA and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents for complex projects; preparing required
resource agency permit applications, preparing mitigation plans; and monitoring construction activities for compliance.
Firm History
Chambers Group is a full-service, certified Small Business Enterprise (SBE) with the State of California Department of
General Services, environmental consulting firm celebrating over 45 years providing CEQA compliance to public
agencies throughout California. Chambers Group is a S-Corporation (#C1610973) incorporated in the State of California
and owned by Chambers Group Inc. Employee Stock Ownership Trust and governed by a Board of Directors. The senior
official of the firm is Chief Executive Officer Mike McEntee.
Our CEQA practitioners are backed by a team of archaeologists, biologists, permitting experts, and site restoration and
monitoring professionals at the top of their respective fields. By having these services in-house, we are able to provide
a full range of environmental compliance services in a time- and cost-effective manner. Our team is large enough to
have the capacity to manage multiple concurrent projects while not being so large as to not provide attentive,
responsive service on smaller single projects.
Project Office and Contact Information
Address Project Office: 3151 Airway Avenue, Suite F208, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Point of Contact Christie Robinson, Project Manager: 949.261.5414 x7138 | 866.261.3100 fax;
crobinson@chambersgroupinc.com
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As a results-oriented environmental services firm, Chambers Group’s philosophy is rooted in delivering long-term value
to clients, partners and employees through dedicated professional expertise, collaboration, resourcefulness, and
innovative problem solving. We believe the role of the firm is to service its two most important entities, its clients, and
employees. We believe in giving our clients quick response, good service, and quality assured work products. We believe
in giving our employees the opportunity to develop their skills while being supervised by senior staff and being provided
with training both inside and outside the company.
The outcome of our philosophy is evidenced by our award-winning projects, strong client retention, positive client
testimonials, and employee commitment and loyalty. Our philosophy carries through by developing strong working
relationships with our clients, community partners, and facilities staff. In fact, Chambers Group employees have
participated in career nights at local high schools and developed presentations to share with students.
To facilitate our client’s projects, Chambers Group will:
• Analyze the broad potential environmental effects of specific projects;
• Evaluate whether these projects would be categorically exempt from CEQA requirements, require separate
environmental review, or whether previous environmental documentation has already identified and accounted for
their potential impacts pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15168; and
• If required, prepare appropriate environmental documentation and mitigation measures.
Key Personnel
As Project Manager, Christie will have a team of in-house environmental professionals who are immediately available
to fully commit to the Project. Listed below are our key personnel proposed to work on this project and their respective
roles.
The Associate in charge when the Project Manager is not available will be Eunice Bagwan. Eunice and Christie are
accustomed to working closely together on a variety of CEQA projects.
Key Personnel Name and Proposed Role
• Christie Robinson, Senior Environmental Planner, Project Manager
• Eunice Bagwan, Environmental Planner, Deputy Project Manager
• Claire Alfano, Environmental Planner
• Lucas Tutschulte, Cultural Resources Team Lead
• Phillip Carlos, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst & Visual Simulations
• Greg Tonkovich, Air Quality, GHG, Energy, and Noise Analysis – Vista Environmental
Resumes are located in the Appendix.
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3. Project List and Schedule
CEQA On-Call for Capital Improvement Projects San Diego, CA
Client: SDUSD, Contact: Paul Garcia, Facilities Development CEQA Coordinator, (858) 637-6290
Completion Year: 2022
Commencing in July 2016, Chambers Group has completed a series of task orders to support SDUSD with general CEQA
compliance for their Capital Improvement Projects (CIP). Chambers Group has provided guidance and assistance with
the preparation of all required environmental impact documentation, including CEQA documents, preparation of
technical environmental reports and analyses (air quality and GHG emission studies, biological resource studies, cultural
resource studies, hazards studies, noise studies, historical resource studies, traffic studies, etc.); participation in public
meetings; and consultation on CEQA processes and requirements.
Chambers Group managed the preparation of the CEQA documents for each of the Task Orders listed below, which
include the incorporation of technical studies, as appropriate, into the CEQA documents. The projects that qualify for
CEs include memos and Board Reports that discussed the potential for historic buildings on-site, as well as analysis that
supports the use of the exemption.
Chambers Group has worked on multiple task order projects under the CEQA On-Call for CIP Projects:
• Marquee Signage CEQA Projects.
• Multi-Campus Heating, Ventilation, and Air conditioning (HVAC ) Systems Installation project
• Keiller Leadership Academy Whole Site Modernization (WSM) project
• Darnall Academy Charter School WSM project
• Lindbergh Schweitzer Campus WSM IS/MND
• Gompers Preparatory Academy Gymnasium and Classroom Building project CE
• Audeo Charter School CE
Marquee Signage CEQA Projects.
Chambers Group has prepared a number of NOEs for projects involving electric signage at campuses across SDUSD. The
list of campuses includes: La Jolla Elementary School, Franklin Elementary School, Garfield Elementary School, Taft
Middle School, Valencia Park Elementary School, Edison Elementary School, Benchley-Weinberger Elementary
School, and La Jolla High School.
Chambers Group prepared analysis to support a NOE, which also included Historic Resources Analysis, SDUSD Marquee
Signage Analysis and CEQA Threshold Criteria Data for the installation of marquee signs at various schools across this
District. This includes utilizing the SDUSD’s signage analysis table to analyze illuminance levels of the marquee by
measuring distances to the nearest receptors. Illuminance levels were compared to the District’s threshold of
significance to identify the appropriate level of impact.
Multi-Campus HVAC Systems Installation
Chambers Group prepared an IS/MND for SDUSD for the installation of new HVAC systems on the roofs of existing
buildings at 19 SDUSD campuses, for a total of 707 HVAC units that would be installed. Potential areas of impact
included biological resources, cultural resources, hazards, and hazardous materials. A historical resources assessment
was prepared and although buildings at two of the campuses were determined to be eligible for listing under California
Register of Historical Resources (CRHR), it was determined that the Proposed Project would not compromise their
historical significance. Additionally, Chambers Group drafted mitigation measures that reduced impacts associated with
biological resources and hazards and hazardous materials to less than significant.
Darnall Charter School WSM
Chambers Group prepared an IS in support of a NOE for SDUSD; given the Project would result in a less than 25 percent
increase, Chambers Group recommended the Project qualify as a CE under the minor additions to schools’ exemption.
The Project consisted of the removal of 16 portable classrooms and construction of two new two-story classroom
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buildings; construction of a new kindergarten classroom building; construction of a new multi-purpose building;
conversion of the existing multi-purpose building into an Art, Music, and Science Building; conversion of the existing
Administration Building into a Student Services building; addition of a new Media Center onto the existing Library;
renovations to existing classrooms; improvements to parking, including the provision of 65 on-site parking spaces and
drop-off circulation; the addition of a new Entry Plaza; and the addition of a new soccer field.
Gompers Preparatory Academy Athletic Facilities and WSM
Chambers Group prepared an IS in support of a NOE for SDUSD; given the Proposed Project would result in a less than
25 percent increase, Chambers Group recommended the project qualify as a CE under the minor additions to schools’
exemption. The Project consists of a new gymnasium facility with basketball/sports courts, bleacher seating for
approximately 900 individuals, and storage areas. The gymnasium will be approximately 16,995 square feet in size. The
dance/weight room area will be 4,830 square feet in size and the locker room area will be 6,535 square feet. The Project
also includes the installation of a new practice walking/running track and tennis courts. The WSM Project component
includes the construction of a new two-story classroom building with 22 classrooms that will replace 28 existing
portable classrooms. The new classroom building will also include offices and a lecture hall totaling approximately
33,303 square feet. Other WSM components to be completed on the existing campus buildings include smaller
maintenance related project that may be implemented over the next five years as funding becomes available. These
WSM components may include security improvements including new fences and gates; Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA) and other general improvements to accessibility and pathways, ramps, and restrooms; replacement of existing
windows and doors; upgrades to existing fire alarms; structural upgrades to building interiors; and interior and exterior
painting of existing buildings; a new lunch court shelter; and custodial improvements. Lastly, the project also includes
the reconfiguration of the existing parking long in the northwest corner of the campus.
Wood to Steel Pole Replacement On-Call Environmental Consulting and Biological
Services, San Diego and Imperial Counties, CA
Client: San Diego Gas & Electric, Contact: Karen Wilson, Post Construction Compliance, (858)
637-3731, Completion Year: 2021
This SDG&E project involves replacing wood poles in undeveloped or rural, fire-prone areas with equivalent steel poles
to improve system reliability in high-risk fire zones. The Project consists of pole replacements in existing SDG&E right-
of-way (ROW).
Chambers Group is responsible for:
• Preconstruction biological surveys
• Presurvey activity reports for regulatory agencies
• Focused surveys
• Regulatory agency coordination
• Mitigation/construction monitoring
• Variance requests
• Postconstruction reports
• Mitigation calculations
• Coordination with SDG&E project managers, contractors, and agencies
• Oversight for CEQA compliance
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4. Scope of Work
The City of Diamond Bar is seeking support to perform an environmental review of proposed electronic billboard
construction and operation in the parking lot of Walnut Valley Unified School District offices in accordance with CEQA.
Chambers Group can commence work on the preparation of the CEQA documentation as soon as we receive written
notice to proceed (NTP). We will accomplish the scope of work as described below.
Task 1: Project Initiation
Initial Meeting & Data Acquisition
Project initiation will begin with a virtual kick-off meeting with the City and members of the Chambers Group team to
discuss the Proposed Project in detail, including, but not limited to, data needs, project changes, scheduling, scope of
work and deliverables. This meeting is assumed to take no more than 2 hours.
Chambers Group will review all available Proposed Project-related data and reports provided by the City. Following the
review of existing data, any gaps in the data and recommendation for correcting the gaps would be discussed with the
City. Chambers Group will work closely with the City to determine what additional data must be collected in support of
the CEQA document being prepared. It is assumed that Chambers Group can use these documents in the analysis of
the Proposed Project.
Deliverables: Kick-off meeting notes, list of additional data needs.
Project Description
Based on the information provided by the City, Chambers Group will develop a comprehensive description for the
Proposed Project that will form the basis for the analysis of the potential impacts on the environment. The project
description will include a narrative and graphical presentation of the Proposed Project, including components, location
and boundaries, and a statement of the Proposed Project goals and objectives. Once the project description is approved
by the City, Tasks 2 and 3 activities as agreed upon with the City, can be initiated simultaneously. It is assumed that the
Visual Simulation and Cultural Resource Desktop Study would be completed to support the IS regardless if a CE or MND
is completed.
Deliverables: One electronic Word and portable document format (PDF) copy of the project description for the City to
review.
Task 2: Project Review and IS Checklist
Draft IS Checklist
Chambers Group will prepare an IS Checklist to confirm the preparation of an appropriate CEQA Documentation for the
Proposed Project. The IS will be prepared using the most recent revision of the IS Environmental Checklist Form
suggested in the CEQA Guidelines Appendix G. It will also include summaries of implemented Visual Simulation and
Cultural Resource Desktop Studies in Tasks 3.2 and 3.3 and that the City agreed were necessary at this stage.
In compliance with CEQA Section 15063, the IS will contain the following, in brief form:
• A description of the project, including the location of the project,
• An identification of the environmental setting,
• A preliminary identification of environmental effects by use of a checklist, matrix, or other method, with some
evidence to support the entries; and
• A preliminary discussion of the ways to mitigate the significant effects identified; if any.
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The environmental factors outlined in the CEQA checklist include:
Aesthetics GHG Population and Housing
Agricultural and Forestry Resources Hazards and Hazardous Materials Public Services
Air Quality Hydrology and Water Quality Recreation
Biological Resources Land Use and Planning Transportation
Cultural Resources Mandatory Findings of Significance Tribal Cultural Resources (TCRs)
Energy Mineral Resources Utilities and Service Systems
Geology and Soils Noise Wildfire
Deliverables: One electronic Word and PDF copy of the Administrative IS and 5 hard copies for the City’s review.
Final IS Checklist
After receipt of one set of integrated comments on the draft IS from the City, Chambers Group will revise the IS for use
in Task 4. In addition to the IS, Chambers Group will meet with the City and provide a recommendation for the
appropriate level of CEQA documentation. This recommendation is expected to be a Notice of Exemption or an MND.
The IS will be used as a guide in the decision as to the appropriate environmental documentation to prepare for the
Proposed Project. The draft IS would provide the supporting evidence the Project is eligible for a NOE or the basic
framework of the MND which are the most likely outcomes for the appropriate level of CEQA documentation. Revisions
to the IS are included in tasks
Deliverables: Decision on the type of CEQA document that will be developed for the Project in Task 4.
Task 3: Technical Studies
The following technical studies will be performed based on discussion and approval with the City.
Task 3.1: Air Quality, Energy and GHG, Emissions Analysis
Vista Environmental will prepare an Air Quality, Energy and GHG Emissions Memo and a Noise Report to support the
CEQA analysis for the electronic billboard. Vista Environmental will provide the following services:
• Identify South Coast Air Quality Management District’s (SCAQMD) and City thresholds of significance for criteria
pollutants, energy and GHG emissions.
• Evaluate and quantify criteria pollutants and GHG emissions associated with construction and operational
activities for the Proposed Project utilizing the California Emissions Estimator Model® (CalEEMod Model) and
construction assumptions provided by the client and compare to both the SCAQMD regional and local
thresholds.
• Calculate construction and operational fuel, electricity and natural gas usage from the Project and provide an
assessment of how the applicable renewable energy and energy efficiency rules and regulations will be
implemented by the Project.
• Compare the construction-related and operation-related GHG emissions to the SCAQMD’s draft threshold of
3,000 metric tons of CO2e per year and provide a consistency analysis with the Diamond Bar Climate Action Plan
2040, adopted December 17, 2019.
Deliverables: Prepare an air quality, energy and GHG emissions technical memorandum documenting the results of the
previous work tasks and includes an attachment that contains the CalEEMod printouts. One round of revision is
included.
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Task 3.2: Noise Analysis
Vista Environmental will provide the following services:
• Provide a project description that details the Project location and nearby sensitive receptors.
• Identify applicable noise and vibration regulations and thresholds of significance.
• Evaluate the existing noise environment and obtain two short-term (15 minute) noise measurements in the
vicinity of the Project site in order to determine the ambient noise conditions at the Project site and at the
nearby sensitive receptors.
• Utilize the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA) Roadway Construction Noise Model (RCNM) Version 1.1 to
analyze potential noise impacts at the nearest homes from each phase of construction activities for the Proposed
Project and compare the results to the applicable City noise standards.
• Analyze potential vibration impacts associated with construction activities through application of the
methodology used in the Transportation- and Construction-Induced Vibration Guidance Manual (Vibration
Guidance Manual), prepared for Caltrans.
• Provide a qualitative operational noise and vibration analysis that details how the project would not include any
known sources of noise or vibration.
Deliverables: Prepare a noise and vibration technical memorandum documenting the results of the previous work tasks
and provide responses to each of the noise-related CEQA checklist questions and an attachment that contains the noise
measurement and RCNM printouts. One round of revision is included.
Task 3.3: Visual Simulations
Due to the double-faced, 90-foot tall, new billboard being introduced to the Project area, it is important to be able to
demonstrate there will be less than significant impact to public views in the area. Visual simulations of the billboard
will assist in the assessment of the impacts to aesthetics required under CEQA. Chambers Group will complete the
simulation task as described below.
Creating the digital simulations includes initial setup and design based on the billboard's proposed location. The
simulations are created using advanced graphic software to render the billboard as it would appear from different
angles and distances. This process may involve capturing images of the site, integrating the billboard into these images,
and adjusting lighting and shadows to reflect real-world conditions. After presenting the initial draft simulations to the
City, changes such as modifying colors, adjusting perspectives, or incorporating requested additional elements will be
incorporated. This iterative process will result in accurately representing the City’s vision of the Project. Once the City
has approved the simulations, the development of high-resolution static images that showcase the billboard in intricate
detail will occur, allowing for a thorough review of any potential impacts to the nearby residences, businesses and
schools. If needed, 3D visualizations can also be produced to offer a more dynamic and interactive view of the billboard,
helping to better understand its appearance in three-dimensional space. This phase may involve sophisticated
rendering techniques to achieve photorealistic quality.
Deliverables: Up to four simulated views of before and after the installation of the billboard provided electronically for
City review. Up to five iterations of the simulations based on City Comments.
Task 3.4: Cultural Resources Desktop Study
Chambers Group will complete a desktop study to determine the potential of inadvertent discovery of cultural resource
during ground disturbing activities associated with construction of the electronic billboard.
A literature review, including a review of the findings of a records search through the California Historical Resources
Information System (CHRIS) database at the appropriate Information Center (IC) will be conducted. The records search
will be conducted by IC staff and review relevant previously recorded cultural resources and previous investigations
completed for the half-mile search radius surrounding the project site. Information to be reviewed will include location
maps for all previously recorded cultural resources, previously conducted investigation boundaries, National
Archaeological Database (NADB) citations and copies for associated reports, historic maps, and historic addresses.
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Chambers Group will also review properties listed on/as the California Points of Historical Interest (CPHI), California
Historical Landmarks (CHL), California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Historic Highway Bridge Inventory,
California Historical Resources Inventory, local city and county registries of historic properties, the California Register
of Historic Resources (CRHR), and the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP). Additional sources of information
that may be reviewed include but are not limited to Certified Local Government annual reports and other data, Historic
American Buildings Survey/Historic American Engineering Record (HABS/HAER) records, the National Register
Information System, the on-line database for National Register sites, Calisphere Digital Resources, Online Archive of
California, General Land Office Plat Maps, Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps, local historical societies and libraries, as well
as inventory files and data on-file with other agencies that control property near the area. The task will also include a
search for potential prehistoric and/or historic burials (human remains) evident in previous site records and/or
historical maps (i.e., Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps, General Land Office Plat Maps). A paleontological records search
will also be completed for the half-mile search radius surrounding the Project site by the relevant Natural History
Museum.
In addition to the above research, a request to the Native American Heritage Commission (NAHC) will be submitted for
a review of their sacred land files (SLF). This search will identify if any resources important to Native Americans have
been recorded within the Project area and surrounding vicinity. The NAHC will provide the results and a list of affiliated
tribal representatives to contact for additional information. Chambers Group will provide the results of the NAHC SLF
search and a list of tribes to the City. This research alone does not satisfy the lead agency’s requirements under
Assembly Bill 52 (AB 52), if required for the Project (see AB 52 Support Task 4B.2).
Assumptions:
• Fees incurred by the IC and relevant Natural History Museum to conduct the record search, estimated at $1,380,
are included as part of this task. Normally, we would bill the actual amount these institutions charge without a
markup. Because the RFP states that no direct costs are permitted, we will bill labor hours to reflect the IC and
Museum fees for the records searches.
• Currently, the IC estimates 6 to 8 weeks from the date of request to provide results for a records search. Similarly,
the Museum estimates 2 to 3 weeks from the date of request to provide results for a records search. Finally, the
NAHC estimates 4 to 6 weeks from the date of request to provide results for an SLF records search.
• This task does not include any support with Tribal outreach that would include the issuance of Scoping Letters
to NAHC-listed points of contact to request information regarding the proposed Project site. If NAHC Scoping
letter outreach is requested by the City, a revised scope of work and cost for additional support will be necessary.
• This task does not include survey and analysis of historic-period built environment resources. It is assumed that
no such resources are located within the Project site or adjacent right-of-way (publicly accessible surface
streets). If historic-period built environment infrastructure are identified within the Project right-of-way, and
may be affected by the Project, these resources would need to be evaluated for eligibility for listing on the
National Register of Historic Places, the California Register of Historical Resources, and/or a local register. If
historic-period built environment resources that may be affected by the Proposed Project are identified, a
separate scope and cost will be required to assess these resources.
• This Task does not include cultural resources survey, testing, standalone report documents, data recovery,
analysis, monitoring, or similar programs.
Deliverables: Review would be completed, and records search results incorporated into CEQA doc, as applicable, within
two weeks of receipt of all requested records search data.
Task 4: CEQA Documentation
Based on coordination with the City and results of the analysis within the IS including the technical studies, Chambers
Group will prepare the appropriate CEQA Documentation for the City. This scope includes the options of a CE, Negative
Declaration (ND), or MND. Based on the Proposed Project details, it is unlikely to warrant the preparation of an
Environmental Impact Report (EIR) and if the IS results determine an EIR is appropriate Chambers will need to provide
additional scope for either of those options.
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Task 4A: Under the CE Option
Based on the Project information received, the electronic billboard may qualify for a CE which will require the submittal
of a NOE. Preparation of CE would not require in-depth technical analyses and would not need a public review period.
As discussed under Section 15300.2(c) of the CEQA Guidelines, the Project doesn’t appear to have a significant effect
on the environment due to unusual circumstances.
After the results of the visual simulations, cultural resources investigations and completion of the IS, Chambers Group,
in coordination with City, will confirm the appropriate CE for the Project per Article 19 of the CEQA Guidelines and will
prepare the supporting statements and required forms for filing the NOE. The following exemption may be applied to
the Project:
15311. Accessory Structures
Class 11 consists of construction, or placement of minor structures accessory to (appurtenant to) existing commercial,
industrial, or institutional facilities, including but not limited to:
(a) On-premises signs;
(b) Small parking lots;
(c) Placement of seasonal or temporary use items such as lifeguard towers, mobile food units, portable
restrooms, or similar items in generally the same locations from time to time in publicly owned parks, stadiums,
or other facilities designed for public use.
Administrative Draft CE: Chambers Group will confirm the appropriate CE for the Proposed Project address
comments in the IS provided at the end of Task 2 and will prepare all required forms and supporting documentation
for filing of the CE.
Deliverables: One electronic PDF copy of the Administrative Draft CE for City review.
Prepare/Distribute CE: After receipt of one set of integrated comments on the Administrative Draft CE from the City,
Chambers Group will revise the CE accordingly and develop the NOE. Chambers Group will file the NOE with the State
Clearinghouse and the County Clerk.
Deliverables: An electronic PDF copy of the CE will be provided to the City and one NOE to be filed with the Office of
Planning and Research (OPR) and the County Clerk.
Task 4B: Under the MND Option
The process for preparing a ND is the same as a MND with the exception that a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting
Plan (MMRP) is not required under an ND. Therefore, only the MND process is described below.
4.B.1: Prepare Administrative Draft MND
If one or more significant impacts are identified during the IS process, including the results from the air, energy, GHG,
noise, visual simulations or cultural resource technical studies, CEQA allows the preparation of an MND when those
impacts can be mitigated to a less than significant level.
The following is a list of the required contents of a MND:
• a brief description of the project;
• the location of the project (preferably shown on a map);
• the name of the project proponent;
• a finding that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment;
• mitigation measures included in the project to avoid potentially significant effects; and
• a copy of the IS.
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For each CEQA environmental checklist discipline item, the existing environmental setting of the project site and
surroundings will be characterized from the existing literature base and a site visit by an environmental analyst. An
environmental impacts analysis will be prepared for each checklist entry. Based on CEQA defined significance criteria,
Chambers Group will determine the potential for any adverse or significant adverse impacts and present mitigation
measures to reduce any such impacts to a level below significance.
Deliverables: One electronic PDF copy of the Administrative Draft MND for City review.
Task 4B.2: AB 52 Tribal Consultation Support
AB 52 required an update to CEQA Appendix G to include a new category titled “Tribal Cultural Resources”. As a Lead
Agency, the City is required to conduct AB 52 consultation with requesting tribal groups on a government-to-
government basis as part of an MND. If a CE is determined appropriate tribal consultation is not required. This task will
provide support to the City including, but not limited to preparing and transmitting Request to Consult Letters to
respective tribes via email and certified mail; support with consultation regarding the Proposed Project plans and
potential impacts; support arranging conference calls with tribes; and/or development of mitigation measures, as
appropriate. Should any tribe request a site visit, or require further calls to conclude consultation, it is assumed that
City will cover this expense and provide the tribe(s) an opportunity to visit the Project site.
Assumptions:
• This task includes the issuance of Request to Consult Letters under AB 52 to City-listed points of contact to offer
noticing tribal groups an opportunity to request consultation. It is assumed that City has a prepared list of no
more than three Tribal Representatives who have previously expressed a desire to be notified when a project
requires AB 52 consultation. Nevertheless, it is unknown how many tribal contacts will respond with a request
to consult, and it is also unknown how many meetings will be required to fulfill the requirement of engaging in
meaningful consultation with requesting tribes as mandated under AB 52 guidelines. This task assumes that
Chambers Group will support arranging and attending up to three consultation meetings. Additional meeting
requests will require substantial additional time to coordinate and will require additional fees.
• This task includes AB 52 consultation support with requesting tribal groups and includes time for up to three 1-
hour meetings with City Staff and tribal members in an online forum, and assistance reviewing or drafting
potential mitigation measure language.
• This task does not include attending field visits requested by tribal groups requesting consultation.
Deliverables: Support drafting up to three Request to Consult Letters and Project site maps for City’s review;
transmittal and tracking support, assistance with coordination and attend up to three 1-hour consultation meetings.
4.B.3: Prepare/Distribute the MND and Notice of Intent
After receipt of one set of integrated comments on the Administrative Draft MND from the City, Chambers Group will
then revise the MND accordingly. Once AB-52 tribal consultation has been completed, Chambers Group will prepare
and distribute copies of the Draft MND to the City, and the State Clearinghouse, and affected public agencies.
Chambers Group will prepare and file Notice of Availability (NOA) and a Notice of Intent (NOI) to adopt a MND with the
OPR and the County Clerk. Chambers Group will distribute copies of the NOI to the Distribution List provided by the
City.
Deliverables: An electronic PDF copy of the MND for the City. One NOI to be filed with the State Clearinghouse and the
County Clerk. Up to 20 NOIs to be sent via regular mail.
4.B.4: Prepare Final MND with Response to Comments
Final MND with Response to Comments. Based upon comments received from public review, responses to the
comments will be prepared. A draft of these responses will be provided to the City. Upon receipt of one complete set
of comments from the City on the responses, a Final MND will be prepared. This document combined with the Draft
MND will constitute the Final MND to be used by the City when considering approval of the Project.
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Deliverables: An electronic PDF copy of the Final MND for the City.
Prepare MMRP. Following preparation of the MND, Chambers Group will prepare a MMRP as required by CEQA for
review by the City. The Final MMRP incorporating the City’s comments will be incorporated into the Final MND.
Deliverables: MMRP incorporated into Final MND.
Notice of Determination. The Notice of Determination (NOD) is filed following the Planning Commission’s decision to
carry out or approve the project for which the MND has been prepared. Chambers Group will prepare the NOD and will
file the NOD with the State Clearinghouse and the County Clerk. The City will be responsible for Fish and Game filing
fees, if necessary.
Deliverables: An electronic PDF copy of the NOD for the City if requested. One NOD to be filed with the State
Clearinghouse and the County Clerk. Up to 20 NODs to be sent via regular mail.
Task 5: Meetings/Public Hearings
Chambers Group’s Project Manager and key technical personnel will attend up to two virtual or phone progress
meetings with the City in addition to the kickoff meeting included in Task 1. We will also attend up to two public
hearings. Chambers Group will coordinate with the City to plan and present the CEQA document at the community
meetings/public hearings under the MND option. It is assumed that internal staff meetings will take no more than 1
hour, and community and public meetings will take no more than 3 hours each. Chambers Group will attend any other
additional meetings requested by the City on a time and materials basis.
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5. Budget Estimated and Schedule
This work is proposed at a firm fixed cost. These costs are estimates based on our best judgment of the work required
to complete the Project. Chambers Group will not exceed the project limit for the scope defined for the Project as a
whole; however, tasks cannot be individually limited due to the nature of general estimation inaccuracies. Chambers
Group will manage the Project cost to total project dollars and not the task level. The Other Direct Costs have been
embedded in the overall total budget.
CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION OPTION
Task Staff Hourly Rates Number of Hours Fee
1: Project Initiation
Environmental Planner 6 $194.00 16 $3,104.00
Environmental Planner 1 $112.00 8 $1,096.00
GIS Technician 1 $117.00 3 $351.00
Total 27 $4,551.00
2: IS Checklist
Environmental Planner 6 $194.00 19 3,686.00
Environmental Planner 3 $137.00 16 2,192.00
Environmental Planner 1 $112.00 40 $4,480.00
Technical Editor $116.00 12 $1,392.00
Clerical $74.00 4 $296.00
Total 91 $12,046.00
3.3 Visual Simulations
Environmental Planner 6 $194.00 8 $1,552.00
GIS Technician 1 $117.00 44 $5,148.00
Total 52 $6,700.00
3.4: Cultural Resources
Cultural Resource Specialist 5 $161.00 3 $483.00
Cultural Resource Specialist 4 $141.00 6 $846.00
Cultural Resource Specialist 3 $123.00 10 $1,230.00
Cultural Resource Specialist 2 $110.00 2 $220.00
GIS Technician 1 $117.00 3 $351.00
Total 24 $3,130.00
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Task Staff Hourly Rates Number of Hours Fee
4A: CE Option
Environmental Planner 6 $194.00 6 $1,164.00
Environmental Planner 1 $112.00 20 $2,240.00
Technical Editor $116.00 2 $232.00
Clerical $74.00 3 $222.00
Total 31 $3,858.00
5: Meetings
Environmental Planner 6 $194.00 6 $1,164.00
Total 6 $1,164.00
GRAND TOTAL CE OPTION 231 $31,449.00
MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION OPTION
Task Staff Hourly Rates Number of Hours Fee
1: Project Initiation
Environmental Planner 6 $194.00 16 $3,104.00
Environmental Planner 1 $112.00 8 $1,096.00
GIS Technician 1 $117.00 3 $351.00
Total 27 $4,551.00
2: IS Checklist
Environmental Planner 6 $194.00 19 $3,686.00
Environmental Planner 3 $137.00 16 $2,192.00
Environmental Planner 1 $112.00 40 $4,480.00
Technical Editor $116.00 12 $1,392.00
Clerical $74.00 4 $296.00
Total 91 $12,046.00
3.1: AQ, Energy, GHG
AQ, Energy, GHG Specialist $140.00 32 $4,480.00
Total 32 $4,480.00
3.2: Noise
Noise Specialist $140.00 27 $3,780.00
Total 27 $3,780.00
3.3: Visual Simulations
Environmental Planner 6 $194.00 8 $1,552.00
GIS Technician 1 $117.00 44 $5,148.00
Total 52 $6,700.00
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Task Staff Hourly Rates Number of Hours Fee
3.4: Cultural Resources
Cultural Resource Specialist 5 $161.00 3 $483.00
Cultural Resource Specialist 4 $141.00 6 $846.00
Cultural Resource Specialist 3 $123.00 10 $1,230.00
Cultural Resource Specialist 2 $110.00 2 $220.00
GIS Technician 1 $117.00 3 $351.00
Total 24 $3,130.00
4B.1: Admin. Draft MND
Environmental Planner 6 $194.00 8 $1,552.00
Environmental Planner 3 $137.00 12 $1,644.00
Environmental Planner 1 $112.00 20 $2,240.00
GIS Technician 1 $117.00 2 $234.00
Total 42 $5,670.00
4B.2: AB-52
Cultural Resource Specialist 5 $161.00 6 $966.00
Cultural Resource Specialist 4 $141.00 8 $1,128.00
Cultural Resource Specialist 3 $123.00 8 $984.00
GIS Technician 1 $117.00 1 $117.00
Total 23 $3,195.00
4B.3: Public Draft MND
Environmental Planner 6 $194.00 6 $1,164.00
Environmental Planner 3 $137.00 6 $822.00
Environmental Planner 1 $112.00 17 $1,904.00
Technical Editor $116.00 8 $928.00
Clerical $74.00 8 $592.00
Total 45 $5,410.00
4B.4: Final MND
Environmental Planner 6 $194.00 20 $3,880.00
Environmental Planner 3 $137.00 20 $2,740.00
Environmental Planner 1 $112.00 24 $2,688.00
Clerical $74.00 6 $444.00
Total 70 $9,752.00
5: Meetings
Environmental Planner 6 $194.00 10 $1,940.00
Environmental Planner 3 $137.00 18 $2,466.00
Total 28 $4,406.00
GRAND TOTAL MND
OPTION
461 $63,120.00
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Schedule
The following schedule is outlined with the assumption that the anticipated services will begin in November 2024.
PROJECT INITIATION AND IS
PROJECT ACTION PROJECT DURATION
NTP 1 Day
Kick-Off/Data Collection 1 Week from the NTP
Project Description 1 Week
District Review of Project Description 1 Week
Technical Studies 12 Weeks*
Prepare Draft IS 6 Weeks
District Review of Draft IS 2 Week
Approximate Total 17 Weeks
*Runs concurrent with IS preparation adding 6 weeks to total schedule.
Estimated Start and End Date: 11/4/2024 –3/3/2025
CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION OPTION
PROJECT ACTION PROJECT
DURATION
Prepare Draft Categorical Exemption and Revise Draft IS 1 Week
District Review of Draft Categorical Exemption 1 Week
Prepare and Distribute Final Categorical Exemption 1 Week
Approximate Total 3 weeks
Estimated Start and End Date after preparation of the IS: 3/3/2025– 3/24/2025
Note: If a CE is deemed as the appropriate CEQA document, then AB52 consultation will not be required. *
MND OPTION
PROJECT ACTION PROJECT
DURATION
Prepare Administrative Draft IS/MND 3 Weeks
District Review of Draft IS/MND 1 Week
Prepare/Distribute the IS/MND and Notices 2 Weeks*
District Review of Draft IS/MND and Notices 1 Week
Public Circulation 30 Days
Prepare Final MND with Response to Comments and MMRP 4 Weeks
District Review of Final IS/MND, Response to Comment, and MMRP 1 Week
NOD 1 Week
Approximate Total 17 weeks
Estimated Start and End Date after preparation of the IS: 3/3/2025 – 6/30/2025
Note: If the Project requires AB 52 Consultation, Public Circulation of the draft will occur only after consultation has been
concluded by the District.
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6. Acceptance of Conditions
Chambers requests the addition of the language “ willful misconduct and negligent” as shown below under Section 9
(2) : Indemnification- “Any and all claims arising out of Consultant's willful misconduct and negligent performance of
work hereunder or its failure to comply with any of its obligations contained in this Agreement, regardless of City’s
passive negligence, but excepting such loss or damage which is caused by the sole active negligence or willful
misconduct of the City”. Reason: Our insurance requires this language on the contract for the coverage of Professional
Liability.
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Christie Robinson
Project Manager
Professional Summary
Christie Robinson has 27 years of experience in environmental consulting, including
directing the implementation of a wide variety of environmental permitting programs
primarily focused on water and infrastructure projects including recycled water
facilities, flood management, and dam safety.
Christie has demonstrated experience acting as a focal point of contact on regulatory
and environmental issues including permitting, site assessments involving regulatory
agencies, utilities, and water and waste municipalities.
She has completed and managed the development permit applications for California
Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) Streambed Alteration Agreements, Regional
Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) 401 Certifications, US Army Corps of Engineers
(USACE) 404 Permits, and Biological Assessments (BA) for Section 7 of the Endangered
Species Permits, plus local permitting.
Project Experience
Jeronimo Road Widening, TAIT, Lake Forest, CA
Project Manager and Author. Christie completed the management and writing CEQA resource sections for an IS and
determined a Categorical Exemption is appropriate for a road widening and intersection improvement project in the
City of Lake Forest. Unique challenges on this project include expanding the roadway into private property and
relocation of several utilities.
North Long Beach Student Housing Project, Long Beach Community College District (LBCCD), Long
Beach, CA
Project Manager. Christie is currently managing the CEQA process for the addition of student housing in an off-campus
area within North Long Beach, which was not analyzed in the 2041 Facilities Master Plan SEIR. The Project will be located
at the corner of Atlantic Avenue and 59th Street. The building will be three stories in height, with the first-floor housing
one multi-purpose room and two offices for student events and services. The second and third floors will be student
housing, with approximately 25 beds. With support of technical studies it has been determined a Notice of Exemption
from CEQA is appropriate for the Project.
Pleasant Hill Road Improvements CEQA Exemption, Pleasant Hill, CA
Project Manager and Author. The Project is located within the ½ mile footprint of Pleasant Hill Road between Gregory
Lane and Taylor Boulevard. Christie completed the CEQA Notice of Exemption and associated CEQA checklist in support
of the absence of impacts caused by upgrading the roadway to a Complete Street. The Project consists of Phase I:
Replace landscaping on a median strips and in some areas along sidewalks, remove most of the street lighting and
replace in the median strips, install a new traffic signal mast arm pole at the intersection of Taylor Boulevard and
Pleasant Hill Road, upgrade the remaining traffic signals in the Project area, reconstruct a portion of the storm drain
system, and repaving and lining the lanes for vehicles and bicycles.
Used Vehicle Refurbishing and Retail Facility CEQA, City of Redlands, Redlands, CA
Project Manager. Christie recently CEQA documentation services for the development and operations of a Used Vehicle
Refurbishing and Retail Facility. Chambers Group performed the biological cultural resources technical studies as well
as completing the CEQA documentation to proceed with discretionary permitting for the Project.
Education
BA, Aquatic Biology, University of
California, Santa Barbara
Expertise
California Environmental
Quality Act, Project
Management, Environmental
Permitting,
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Altadena Main Library Renovation, Altadena Library District, Altadena, CA
Project Manager and Author. Christie drafted the administrative draft Initial Study for the renovation of the Altadena
Main Library including improving accessibility at each entrance, landscaping upgrades, roof and skylight repairs and
replacement, improving the layout of interior spaces, relocating the elevator, evaluating and abating hazardous
materials, installing a fire detection and suppression system, replacing the HVAC system, providing seismic upgrades,
providing a generator for backup power, upgrading lighting, providing additional restrooms, and upgrading plumbing.
Chambers Group performed CEQA documentation services. Unique challenges on this project include retaining the
historic value of the main library while providing upgrades that meet project goals.
Interim Planning Manager, City of Pittsburg, Pittsburg, CA
Interim Planning Manager. Due to a shortage of staff planners, Christie supported the City of Pittsburg as a consulting
planner reviewing CEQA documents and processing Use Permits in the Planning Department. As a member of City staff,
she developed staff reports and resolutions and presented projects to the Planning Commission for approval for Use
Permit applications. She also completed AB 52 Native American Tribal Consultation for one of the projects.
Facilities Master Plan CEQA Documentation, Citrus Community College District, Glendora, CA
Project Manager. Christie is currently managing the CEQA process for Master Plan site improvements including the
connectivity of on-site parking facilities, refinement of existing and additional drop-off/pick-up zones, improved
pedestrian access and wayfinding. Renovations will address technology upgrades, improvements to space efficiency
and utilization of space, improvements to existing infrastructure, and sustainability improvements. implementation of
energy conservation strategies will guide Citrus College toward becoming a Zero Net Energy (ZNE) campus. There are 3
levels of renovation and seven new buildings. The college is the oldest community college in Los Angeles County. The
Mitigated Negative Declaration is about to be submitted for public review.
Stadium and Athletic Recreation Center (SARC) Project, Long Beach Community College District
(LBCCD), Long Beach, CA
Project Manager. Christie is currently managing the CEQA process for the construction of a new state-of-the-art SARC,
which is a greater effort than what was analyzed in the 2041 Facilities Master Plan Supplemental EIR. At that time, the
2041 Facilities Master Plan discussed either a minor or major renovation to the existing stadium, not a new facility. The
SARC will be located to the south of the current Veterans Stadium, in Parking Lot M. Seating at the new SARC stadium
will be approximately 8,000 to 10,000 which is smaller than the existing capacity of 11,000. The SARC will also include
new women’s and men’s gymnasiums, weight rooms, and offices. Many potential impacts will be minimized through
design features, such as designs that account for lighting and noise. Pending the results of technical studies the CEQA
document will be an EIR Addendum or a Subsequent MND.
Carbon Capture and Mineralization Project Mitigated Negative Declaration, City of Pittsburg, CA
Project Manager and Author. The City of Pittsburg was the lead agency, and Christie completed the Mitigated Negative
Declaration (MND) for the Carbon Capture and Mineralization Facility Project (Project). The Project removes carbon
dioxide (CO2) from an outlet stream of gas from a slipstream of flue gas from Calpine’s Los Medaños Energy Center
(LMEC). CO2 is combined with locally sourced recycled/crushed concrete aggregate (RCA), to produce new “CO2
sequestered” and “upcycled” rock products. The project would reduce the local need of quarrying virgin aggregate for
construction. Christie also completed an addendum to include the construction and operation of an 800 ft. pipeline to
deliver flue gas from LMEC to the project site.
Patterson Public Safety Center, PBK, Patterson, CA
Project Manager and Author. Christie performed CEQA planning services for the for the development of the Patterson
Public Safety Center (PPSC) which will be a Law Enforcement, both Administration and Operations, and Fire
Administration building and will incorporate the expansion of City Hall located in the City of Patterson. Chambers Group
performed CEQA documentation service by completing a draft Notice of Exemption for the Project. Unique challenges
on this project included determining if the buildings being demolished were historic resources due to their construction
in the early 1900s. It was determined they did not meet any of the federal, state, or local criteria for qualifying as historic
resources.
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Eunice Bagwan
Deputy Project Manager
Professional Experience
Eunice Bagwan has a background in CEQA and NEPA environmental impact assessments
as well as technical writing and editing. She has assisted with the preparation, writing,
and editing of environmental documents, such as IS/MNDs, Categorical Exemptions,
EIRs and safety related documents such as job hazard safety forms and safety plans.
Eunice has also managed and co-managed various projects as a Deputy Project Manager
and Project Manager.
Project Experience
CEQA On-Call for CIP Projects, San Diego Unified School District
(SDUSD), San Diego, San Diego County, CA
Project Environmental Planner. The CEQA On-Call for CIP Projects for SDUSD has
included multiple task orders for the following projects:
• Audeo Charter School Categorical Exemption
• Darnall Academy Charter School Project WSM
• Edison Elementary School Marquee Signage Project Categorical Exemption
• Franklin Elementary School Marquee Project Categorical Exemption
• Garfield Elementary School Marquee Project Categorical Exemption
• Gompers Preparatory Academy Gymnasium and Classroom Building IS/MND
• Hickman Elementary School Joint-Use Field IS/NOE
• Keillar Leadership Academy Project WSM
• La Jolla Elementary School Marquee Project Categorical Exemption
• La Jolla High School Marquee Project Categorical Exemption
• Lindbergh Schweitzer Campus Whole Site Improvements IS/MND
• Taft Middle School Marquee Project Categorical Exemption
• Valencia Park Elementary School Marquee Project Categorical Exemption
• Wegeforth Elementary School Project WSM NOE/IS
Eunice assisted in the preparation of the CEQA documents for the District, including the incorporation of technical
studies, as appropriate, into the documents. The CEQA documents for the Marquee Projects included Categorical
Exemptions with memos and Board Reports that discussed the potential for historic buildings on site, as well as analysis
that supports the use of the exemption for the installation of marquee signs on each campus. This includes utilizing the
Districts signage analysis table to analyze illuminance levels of the marquee by measuring distances to the nearest
receptors. Illuminance levels were compared to the District’s threshold of significance to identify the appropriate level
of impact.
The Audeo Charter School project included conversion of an existing building to a Charter School for use by the District;
and Eunice assisted with the preparation of the Initial Study Checklist that supported the environmental analysis and
use of the Categorical Exemption.
Education
MS, Environmental
Management and Planning,
Johns Hopkins University,
Baltimore, MD 2015
BS, Environmental and
Occupational Health and
Safety, California State
University, Northridge, CA
2011
Training
NEPA Basics –
Fundamentals:2018
Advanced CEQA Essentials:
2019
SCE’s EDGE Program Safety
First Workshop 2016
Affiliations
Association of Environmental
Professionals: Inland Empire
Vice President of
Membership
Conservation Steward: North
Etiwanda Preserve
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Superior Avenue Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge, Newport Beach, Orange County, CA
Environmental Planner. Chambers Group is working with the City of Newport Beach in the construction of a pedestrian
and bicycle bridge overcrossing Superior Avenue, a new larger parking lot with a range of 100 to 128 parking spaces
and a fenced dog park on an approximately 3.4-acre site in the City of Newport Beach. The proposed bridge will connect
Sunset Ridge Park to the new asphalt parking lot located at the northeast corner of West Coast Highway and Superior
Avenue. Due to the location of the project and being partially funded by federal funding, Chambers Group is responsible
for preparing CEQA documentation, NEPA documentation and California Coastal Development Permits for the project.
Technical Studies (air quality, GHG emissions, energy and noise analyses, initial site assessments, hazardous materials
analysis, Coastal California Gnatcatcher focused surveys, visual assessment) and a subsequent IS/MND were prepared
as an appropriate CEQA documentation to provide the public and responsible agencies with information about the
potential environmental impacts associated with implementation of the proposed Project. This IS/MND includes a
project-level analysis of the potential effects associated with the Project. As a part of the NEPA documentation,
Chambers Group was responsible for coordination with the Caltrans Local District and the resulting preparation of a
Categorical Exclusion as the appropriate form of NEPA documentation.
Santa Angelina Senior Community Housing Project EA, County of Orange, Placentia, CA
Environmental Planner. The Project involves the development of two residential buildings accommodating 65 units (64
rental units) of affordable housing for senior households, including a community center and recreational amenities.
Building 1 is proposed to include 41 one-bedroom units, and six two-bedroom units. Building 2 includes 18 one-
bedroom units. The Project will provide a total of 59 one-bedroom units that average 709 gross square feet in size and
six two-bedroom units that average 871 gross square feet in size. The 3.9-acre Project site is currently home to Blessed
Sacrament Episcopal Church, a well-established anchor in the community. The purpose of the project is to provide low-
and moderate-income housing to seniors ages 62 and up earning less than 60 percent of the AMI. Seniors have
specialized housing needs and fixed incomes that are not able to meet the demand of market-rate housing. The project
provides the opportunity for seniors to live in a safe, supportive, and affordable environment. Developing a housing
community with rent-restricted units for senior residents would also enable the City to meet the unique housing need
of senior residents and advance the City’s effort to meet their Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) of 231 units
for low and very low-income households.
22-Unit Condominium Project, Environmental Impact Report, La Puente, CA
Environmental Planner. Eunice worked on preparation of CEQA documentation for the 22-unit condominium project
that would include the demolition of a historic theater. The Project included technical analysis for air quality,
greenhouse gas emissions, and a historical assessment.
Avalon K-12 Site Improvements Project, Long Beach Unified School District (LBUSD), Long Beach, Los
Angeles County, CA
Environmental Planner. Eunice drafted the Initial Study Checklist and assisted the Project Manager in incorporating
the technical studies into the Initial Study. The Avalon K-12 Site Improvement project includes installation of HVAC on
campus, replacement of the natural turf baseball field with artificial turf, and various other campus-wide
improvements. Due to the presence of contaminated soils, the CEQA analysis is also including the contaminated soils
removal in the analysis. Technical analysis is being prepared including air quality and GHG analysis, noise assessment,
geohazards assessment, and historical resources analysis.
Washington Middle School HVAC and Track & Field Improvements, Long Beach Unified School
District (LBUSD), Long Beach, Los Angeles County, CA
Project Manager. Eunice prepared the Initial Study checklist to confirm the appropriate CEQA documentation for the
HVAC improvements and turf replacement at Washington Middle School. The improvements included accessibility
upgrades as required to meet ADA requirements, utility upgrades, and replacement and repairs for the interior and
exterior buildings. The project also included preparation of a Historic Resources Assessment because the school was
listed eligible for the National Register of Historic Places, and the Administration Building and Science and Shop Building
are considered character defining features.
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Claire Alfano
Environmental Planner
Professional Summary
Claire Alfano is an early career environmental planner. She has worked on a variety of
CEQA projects related to education and development. She assists the project
management team with writing technical documents such as initial studies (IS) and
Environmental Impact Reports (EIR) and provides administrative support by filing
documents with various counties.
Project Experience
Oak Hills West, City of Menifee, Menifee, CA
Environmental Planner. Chambers Group worked with the City of Menifee on the Oak Hills West Tract 38652 to
complete an IS and a Mitigated Negative Declaration/Notice of Exemption (MND/NOE). The Project includes the
construction of a 37-lot subdivision with duplexes (74-units total) residential complex on an approximately 78-acre
vacant parcel. Claire assisted the project management team by completing the full initial study, incorporating technical
appendices (Noise, Air Quality, Greenhouse Gas [GHG], Energy), and attending meetings with the City.
Mini-Storage Facility, City of Palmdale, Palmdale, CA
Environmental Planner. Chambers Group worked with the City of Palmdale on the Mini-Storage Facility Project which
included the development of a concrete bagging and block paver manufacturing facility. Claire assisted the project
management team with the IS.
Taylor Storage, City of San Diego, San Diego, CA
Environmental Planner. Chambers Group performed permitting support for the Taylor Storage Project which included
the development of a 100MVA/ 401.2MWhdc battery storage facility. Claire assisted project management staff in
researching the permitting process and completing the full preliminary questionnaire.
Stadium & Athletics Sports Complex, City of Long Beach, Long Beach, CA
Environmental Planner. Chambers Groups worked with the Long Beach Community College District on the Stadium &
Athletics Sports Complex Project which included the development of a new state-of-the-art SASC. The Project was
implemented as part of the LBCCD 2041 Facilities Master Plan. Claire assisted project management staff with writing
the IS and incorporating the technical appendices (Noise, Air Quality, GHG, Energy). A unique challenge with this Project
featured was the analysis was tiered from a previous EIR.
Orange County Fire Authority, Orange County, CA
Environmental Planner. Chambers Group worked with the Orange County Fire Authority to complete an IS for the
Orange County Fire Authority Projects, which included pest mitigation of the Gold Spotted Oak Borer (GSOB) tree pests
that kills native hardwood and ornamental species in southern California wildland and urban landscapes. Claire assisted
the project management team by completing the full IS and notice of exemptions.
Cherry Channel Drainage, City of Beaumont, CA
Environmental Planner. Chambers Group worked with the City of Beaumont to complete an IS/MND for the Cherry
Channel Drainage Project, which involved replacing the existing turf-mat geo lining with concrete to improve flow
conditions and alleviate maintenance requirements for City staff. Claire assisted the project management team by
completing the full IS/MND and notices.
Jordan High School Gym, Long Beach Unified School District, Long Beach, CA
Environmental Planner. Chambers Group worked with Long Beach Unified School District (LBUSD) to complete an IS
and MND/NOE for the Jordan HS new gymnasium and aquatics center. Claire assisted the project management team
with the initial study and incorporating technical appendices (Noise, Air, GHG, Energy).
Education
BA, Environmental Studies,
University of California Santa
Barbara, 2023
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Washington Middle School Transformation, LBUSD, Long Beach, CA
Environmental Planner. Chambers Group worked with LBUSD to complete an IS and EIR for the Washington Middle
School Transformation Project. Claire assisted the project management team with completing the Draft EIR and filing
notices with the County. Unique challenges to this Project included a significant impact to cultural resources.
Polytechnic High School, Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning, LBUSD, Long Beach, CA
Environmental Planner. Chambers Group worked with the Long Beach Unified School district to complete an IS and
NOE/MND for the Polytechnic High School heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) Project. Claire assisted the
project management team with completing the IS.
Auburndale Gym and ELOP, Corona-Norco Unified School District, Corona, CA
Environmental Planner. Chambers Group worked with the Corona-Norco Unified School District to complete an Initial
Study and Notice of Exemption for the Auburndale Intermediate School New Gym and ELOP Building Project. Claire
assisted the project management team with completing the full IS, incorporating technical appendices (Noise, Air, GHG,
and Energy), and filing notices.
Millikan High School HVAC, LBUSD, Long Beach, CA
Environmental Planner. Chambers Group worked with LBUSD to complete an IS and MND/NOE for the Millikan High
School HVAC. Claire assisted the project management team in completing the IS.
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Lucas Tutschulte
Cultural Resources Lead
Professional Experience
Lucas Tutschulte has 18 years of cultural resource management experience including
prehistoric and historic period archeological sites. Lucas has extensive experience
leading archaeological field surveys, conducting cultural resources literature searches,
historic/archival research, Native American coordination, site recordation and mapping,
and construction monitoring. He has experience creating and implementing
archaeological resource treatment plans; and is familiar with both laboratory, field
testing and data recovery procedures throughout North America with the majority of
experience within California. Lucas meets the Secretary of the Interior Professional
Qualifications Standards for History. He maintains an understanding of relevant
regulations and ordinances that affect cultural resources and historic properties. He has
applied his understanding to a breadth of impacts assessments and determinations of
eligibility across a range of administrative levels including local, state, and National
Register of Historic Places (NRHP). Additionally, he has performed and directed cultural
and historic resource investigations under Section 106 and 110 of the National Historic
Preservation Act (NHPA), NEPA, CEQA, and the Secretary of Interior Standards for the
Treatment of Historic Properties. Among the agencies served by Lucas are the Bureau
of Indian Affairs (BIA), Department of Defense (DOD), BLM, National Park Service (NPS),
California Energy Commission (CEC), Federal Communications Commission (FCC),
Caltrans, California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), and the State Historic
Preservation Offices of several different states throughout North America.
Project Experience
Wood to Steel Pole Replacement Project, San Diego Gas & Electric
(SDG&E), San Diego County, CA
Field Director/Cultural Resources Specialist. Lucas conducted surveys, monitoring,
made determinations regarding potential impacts and provided project management
for pole replacements throughout San Diego County. All work was performed in
accordance with CEQA standards and CPUC guidelines pertaining to cultural resources.
Where cultural resources were present or adjacent to a project area, Lucas made
recommendations to avoid or mitigate impacts.
Environmental Analysis for the Newport Beach Tennis Club Project Revision (PA2021-260)
Cultural Resources Lead. Chambers Group was responsible for the preparation of environmental documents for the
amendment of the Newport Beach Tennis Club project. Prepared environmental analysis to support a CEQA Addendum
for the Project.
Boy Scouts of America, Camp Bashor, San Diego County, CA
Cultural Resources Lead. Chambers Group performed project management and evaluative services for the Camp
Bashor development project. Chambers Group performed cultural and biological coordination and monitoring service.
Lucas coordinated Chambers Group staff archaeologists, providing advice on findings, and liaising with the Tribal
Historic Preservation Office and County staff regarding cultural repatriation of artifacts and remains. He coordinated
with project staff evaluating identified resources, providing guidance to project. Unique challenges on this Project
included a compressed construction timeframe and on-going project design changes.
Education
BS, Anthropology emphasis
in Archaeology; University of
Kansas, 2006 Minor -
Geography emphasis in
Cultural Geography
Huaca de la Luna y Sol
Project, Field School
Program, 2005; Pontificia
Universidad Catolica, Trujillo,
Peru
Training
GIS Software: Working
applicable knowledge of ESRI
ArcMap
GPS Hardware: Highly fluent
with Trimble HT/XT, and
Yuma models using
TerraSync, ArcPad, and ESRI
software. Various Garmin
handheld model
Affiliations
Society for American
Archaeology
Society for California
Archaeology
Association of Environmental
Professionals
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Valley Center Battery Storage Project, Pedestrian Field Survey, Terra-Gen Power San Diego County,
San Diego, CA
Cultural Resources Project Manager. Lucas managed all aspects of the cultural resource’s component for this project.
Lucas led the intensive field survey effort for the 9-acre proposed project area of potential effect (APE). This included
the initial archival research, logistics preparation, Native American outreach, and coordination. As well as managing the
field data collection. Additionally, Lucas developed and implemented an appropriate survey methodology unique to the
design and layout of Project APE. He also prepared the survey report that was submitted to the client.
Orange County Fire Authority Station 10 Project, Yorba Linda, Orange County, CA
Associate Historian. Lucas conducted background historical research and provided an assessment of the history and
physical integrity of the subject property. He conducted the intensive field survey of the existing Fire Station 10,
capturing photo documentation and recording findings with the appropriate DPR523 Series forms. Lucas performed an
evaluation of the resource in accordance with Section 15064.5(a)(2)-(3) of CEQA. Additionally, he compiled the
associated historical resources report, submitted to Orange County Fire Authority.
Temecula Public Library Parking Lot Expansion Project, Temecula, Riverside County, CA
Cultural Resources Specialist. Lucas conducted cultural resources management tasks related to the parking lot
expansion project. As the scope of work for the project proposed expansion into a previously undisturbed portion of
the adjacent property, tasks included background research, an archival records search, a field survey, and a technical
report to document the findings. This study was done quickly but thoroughly, allowing the project to move forward
with the appropriate CEQA-level analysis.
Environmental Programs Contractor Support- Cultural Resources, SDG&E, San Diego, CA
Cultural Resources Contractor Support. Lucas has been providing direct support to SDG&E Environmental Programs as
an archaeologist and cultural resources contractor for over three years. Lucas conducts cultural resources reviews;
including background research, conducts field surveys, monitoring and determining appropriate mitigation measures
to prevent unnecessary impacts to new or previously recorded archaeological and historical resources. This task also
includes the use of ESRI ArcMap GIS to research and generate appropriate map documents to support the necessary
mitigation and/or coordination with local, state, and federal agencies. Lucas assists in delegating survey and monitoring
tasks to many cultural resources consultants working under contract with SDG&E. He supports management of ongoing
operations and maintenance activity throughout the northern districts of SDG&E service area. Lucas has assisted the
cultural resources team in reviewing and supporting management of hundreds of individual operations and
maintenance projects to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to cultural resources.
CEQA and NEPA Compliance Services for Willey Reservoir Bank Stabilization Project, Imperial
Irrigation District, San Diego County, CA
Cultural Resources Specialist. Chambers Group managed the preparation of the IS/MND and associated technical
studies for the project; additionally, Chambers Group prepared the 401, 404 permit application and 1602 notification
letter. The project involves the stabilization of 525 linear feet of the embankment separating the New River from Willey
Reservoir.
Santa Ana and Garden Grove Fixed Guideway, Environmental Impact Statement/Environmental Impact
Report (EIS/EIR), Orange County Transit Authority and Cities of Santa Ana and Garden Grove, CA,
Santa Ana and Garden Grove, Orange County, CA
Assistant Architectural Historian. Lucas served as survey lead for an approximately 4-mile proposed streetcar line in
the City of Santa Ana, capturing photo documentation and recording findings with the appropriate DPR523 Series forms.
He completed initial assessment of eligibility, analysis of integrity, and identification of effect for over 100 resources in
accordance with the NHPA, NEPA, CEQA and Federal Transit Administration guidelines. Architectural history resources
recorded ranged from late nineteenth to late-1970s commercial, residential, institutional, and industrial properties,
including a National Register of Historic Places (NRHP)-eligible steel-truss bridge and two NRHP-listed historic districts
along with numerous local landmarks and individually NRHP-eligible buildings.
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Phillip Carlos
Visual Simulations / GIS Analyst
Professional Summary
Phillip Carlos has 5 years of experience in the GIS field. His GIS expertise includes aerial
imagery analysis, spatial analyses of potential project impacts to biological resources,
incorporating field-collected GPS data into GIS for report mapping and analysis, and
natural resource mapping. He is familiar with industry data standards and cartographic
requirements to produce figures and maps for reports. He is proficient in his use of Esri’s
ArcGIS 10.X software including Desktop, Server, ArcGIS Online, Collector, and
Survey123. He has regularly been part of a multidisciplinary team and is experienced in
working with public agencies and on projects involving interagency coordination.
Project Experience
Environmental Analysis for the Newport Beach Tennis Club Project Revision (PA2021-260)
GIS Analyst. Chambers Group was responsible for the preparation of environmental documents for the amendment of
the Newport Beach Tennis Club project. Prepared environmental analysis to support a CEQA Addendum for the Project.
Mountain View Affordable Housing Community Project, Lake Forest, CA
GIS Analyst. The Project involved the demolition of an existing office building located at 24551 Raymond Way and
construct a 71-unit affordable housing apartment complex on the proposed 1.965-acre site. The development will
provide several recreational amenities, including an approximately 2,050-square-foot community center, a small
playground for young children, outdoor fireplace with seating areas, and large activity lawn. The Project required
approval of a General Plan Amendment, Zone Change, Tentative Parcel Map, Site Development Permit, Affordable
Housing Agreement, and Planned Sign Program. The Project proposed to provide affordable units to households earning
less than 60% of the Area Median Income, of which 12 of the units will be set aside for Permanent Supporting Housing.
38580 9th Street East Property Demolition Project, City of Palmdale, CA
GIS Analyst. The Project is to eliminate blight for the Project site, on a spot basis through property acquisition and
clearance and demolition of the vacant, unsightly 1,715 square foot building, associated parking lot and paved
walkways. The Project site is situated in a central part of the City of Palmdale. The Project is funded by the Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program through HUD. Environmental review was conducted to comply with CEQA
and NEPA and all HUD rules and regulations that govern the environmental review process, as described in 24 CFR Part
58. Chambers Group conducted the Environmental Assessment Determinations and Compliance Findings for HUD-
assisted Projects 24 CFR Part 58 and associated technical studies to assist the City in completing the Environmental
Assessment analyzing the potential effects on the human environment.
BSOA Otay Lakes Campground, Boy Scouts of America, San Diego County, CA
GIS Analyst. Chambers Group performed cultural resources technical study for the development of an EIR for a
campground development in Otay Mesa. Conducted a desktop analysis, led archaeological survey, recorded new sites
and submitted DPR Site Forms, and prepared cultural resources report following CEQA and San Diego County guidelines.
CEQA-NEPA Compliance Services for Willey Reservoir Bank Stabilization Project, Imperial Irrigation
District, San Diego County, CA
GIS Analyst. Managed GIS for the preparation of the IS/MND and associated technical studies for the project;
additionally, Chambers Group prepared the 401, 404 permit application and 1602 notification letter. The Project
involves the stabilization of 525 linear feet of the embankment separating the New River from Willey Reservoir.
Education
BA, Geography, Sonoma
State University, 2017
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Big Tujunga Dam and Reservoir Cleanout Project, Phase II, Monitoring, County of Los Angeles,
Sunland, Los Angeles County, CA
GIS Analyst. Phillip managed GIS databases, and supported mapping of the revegetation enhancement of upland and
riparian habitat in the 200-acre mitigation bank for LACPW. The revegetation components of the master plan included
the restoration of existing riparian habitat by removing exotic plant species and revegetating with native plant species.
Marblehead Coastal Development, SunCal Marblehead, LLC, San Clemente, Orange County, CA
GIS Analyst. Supported team with mapping for protocol-level focused surveys and nest monitoring for coastal California
gnatcatcher during the breeding season. Mapped active coastal California gnatcatcher nests at various stages and the
buffer/foraging area during vegetation removal in the vicinity.
Heber 1 Repower Project IS/MND, County of Imperial, CA
GIS Analyst. Chambers Group scope includes the preparation and submittal of forms associated with an Imperial County
Conditional Use Permit (CUP), preparation of technical studies, and document preparation and noticing in compliance
with the CEAQ.
Operations and Maintenance, Major Projects and Restoration Master Service Agreement, SDG&E, San
Diego, CA
GIS Analyst. Chambers Group performs Environmental reviews and releases, record searches, cultural resource surveys
and reporting, subsurface testing and construction monitoring to help meet project goals for this MSA. Phillip supports
the team as a GIS Analyst.
Truckhaven Geothermal Exploratory Wells EA/MND, Ormat Technologies, Inc., Imperial County, CA
GIS Analyst. Chambers Group contracted with Imperial County to prepare an IS/MND for the Truckhaven Geothermal
Exploratory Wells Project in accordance with CEQA. Portions of the Project are located on land managed by the U.S.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM); therefore, there is a federal nexus for the Project. Chambers Group is also
contracted through Ormat Technologies, Inc. to prepare the NEPA document (Environmental Assessment) for the
Project.
Potential Well Sites Investigation CEQA, Lake Arrowhead Community Services District, Tidewater
Inc., Lake Arrowhead, San Bernardino County, CA
GIS Analyst. A draft IS was prepared to analyze the environmental impacts of the construction and operation of the
wells in five locations within the District’s service area. Recommendations were also provided to provide further
analysis on impacts to biological resources, cultural resources, noise, and Tribal Cultural resources.
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Greg Tonkovich, AICP, INCE
Air Quality, GHG & Noise Impacts | Vista Environmental
Professional Experience
Greg Tonkovich has over 20 years of air quality and noise analysis experience. He
specializes in air quality and noise impact analyses for governmental agencies and the
business community and has completed numerous complex air and noise studies that
conform to both CEQA and NEPA requirements.
Greg’s air quality analysis experience includes global climate change analyses and health
risk assessments. He is proficient in utilizing CalEEMod, CALINE4, ISCST3, AERMOD,
EMFAC2017, and OffRoad2017 models, in order to quantify emissions impacts as well
as to assess the efficacy of proposed mitigation.
Greg is also experienced in noise analyses and is proficient in utilizing FHWA Traffic
Noise Model (TNM), FHWA Roadway Construction Noise Model (RCNM), FAA Integrated
Noise Model (INM), and SoundPlan. In addition, he has created and implemented a
noise program based on the FHWA-RD-77-108 Standard. Through the use of the above
models he is able to efficiently determine noise impacts to nearby sensitive land uses
and assess the efficacy of proposed mitigation.
He has successfully run an environmental consulting business for over 15 years and has
been responsible in managing costs, scheduling, and accounting. Greg has a proven
record of preparing air quality and noise impact analyses to successful completion.
During his 17+ year career he has prepared more than 500 environmental documents
with a 100 percent success rate.
He is experienced in a wide range of project types, including residential, commercial,
industrial, and recreational projects as well as public projects that include specific plans
and general plans. He has experience in preparing studies to specific standards and
formats such as Caltrans Air Quality and Noise Study Reports and NEPA Environmental
Assessments and has completed air quality and/or noise analyses in over 200 different
local jurisdictions throughout California.
Project Experience
Environmental Analysis for the Newport Beach Tennis Club Project Revision (PA2021-260)
Prepared air quality, GHG emissions, and noise initial study sections for Chambers Group was responsible for the
preparation of environmental documents for the amendment of the Newport Beach Tennis Club project. Prepared
environmental analysis to support a CEQA Addendum for the Project.
Mountain View Affordable Housing Community, Lake Forest, CA
Prepared air quality, GHG emissions, and noise initial study sections, provided assistance on the associated NEPA
sections for HUD approval, and peer reviewed the air quality analysis, GHG emissions analysis, and noise analysis for
the development of 71 apartment homes with a community center.
38580 9th Street East Property Demolition Project, City of Palmdale, CA
Prepared air quality, GHG emissions, and noise initial study sections, and provided assistance on the associated NEPA
sections. The Project is to eliminate blight for the Project site, on a spot basis through property acquisition and clearance
and demolition of the vacant, unsightly 1,715 square foot building, associated parking lot and paved walkways. The
Project site is situated in a central part of the City of Palmdale. The Project is funded by the Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG) Program through HUD. Environmental review was conducted to comply with CEQA and NEPA and
all HUD rules and regulations that govern the environmental review process, as described in 24 CFR Part 58. Chambers
Group conducted the Environmental Assessment Determinations and Compliance Findings for HUD-assisted Projects
Education
MS, Electrical Engineering,
University of Southern
California
BS, Planning and
Development, University of
Southern California
Certifications
American Institute of
Certified Planners (AICP)
American Planning
Association (APA)
Institute of Noise Control
Engineering (INCE)
State of California General
‘B’ Contractors License
Training
Stays up to date with
modeling techniques and
regulations through
continuing education courses
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24 CFR Part 58 and associated technical studies to assist the City in completing the Environmental Assessment analyzing
the potential effects on the human environment.
Dudley Street Multi-Family Residential Project, Pomona, CA
Prepared an air quality, energy, and GHG emissions impact analysis and a noise impact analysis for the development of
152 townhomes at 1440 Murchison Avenue. The air quality, energy and GHG report analyzed the regional construction
and operational air emissions with the CalEEMod model and utilized the SCAQMD Look-Up Tables for the localized
analysis. The analysis found that with adherence to State and SCAQMD regulations that air quality, energy and GHG
impacts would be less than significant. The noise report analyzed construction noise levels with the FHWA RCNM,
utilized the FHWA-RD-77-108 model to analyze the offsite roadway noise impacts from the project and utilized the
SoundPlan model to analyze the Freeway noise impacts to the proposed townhomes. The analysis found through
implementation of Project Design Features that included sound walls and upgraded windows and doors that noise and
vibration impacts would be less than significant.
Washington Avenue Lot Well & Facility Project, Santa Ana, CA
Prepared an air quality and GHG emissions analysis and a noise impact analysis for the development of a water well,
well building and chemical building located on the northwest corner of Penn Way and Washington Avenue. The air
quality and GHG report analyzed the regional construction and operational criteria pollutant and GHG emissions with
the CalEEMod model and utilized the SCAQMD Look-Up Tables for the localized analysis. The analysis found that the
project would result in less than significant air quality or GHG emissions impacts. The noise report analyzed construction
noise levels with the SoundPlan model that utilized reference noise measurements taken during active well
construction activities and from the FHWA’s Road Construction Noise Model (RCNM). The noise modeling found that
there would be a significant noise impact during the well drilling phase of construction and the proposed mitigation of
a minimum 8-foot high wall around the project site was quantified with the SoundPlan model, which showed the
mitigation was adequate to reduce construction noise to within City noise standards.
813 N Euclid Street Gas Station Project, Santa Ana, CA
Prepared an air quality, energy, and GHG emissions analysis and a noise impact analysis for the development of a gas
station with eight fueling positions and a 3,045 square foot convenience store. The air quality and GHG report analyzed
the regional construction and operational criteria pollutant and GHG emissions with the CalEEMod model and utilized
the CAPCOA Gas Station Guidelines to calculate the VOC emissions created from the transfer and dispensing of gasoline.
The SCAQMD Look-Up Tables were utilized for the localized analysis and the SCAQMD’s Risk Tool V1.103 was utilized
to calculate the cancer risk from gasoline dispensing activities at the nearby homes. The analysis found that the project
would result in less than significant air quality, energy or GHG emissions impacts. The noise report analyzed
construction noise levels with the FHWA RCNM, utilized the FHWA-RD-77-108 model to analyze operational vehicular
noise and utilized reference noise measurements of similar gas station facilities and typical noise propagation rates to
analyze noise impacts from the proposed project to the nearby homes. A significant nighttime noise impact was found
to be created by the proposed air/water machine and mitigation was provided that restricted the operation of the
Air/Water machine during the nighttime noise sensitive hours of 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. In addition, the noise analysis
analyzed construction and operation-related vibration impacts, which found that the proposed pile driving during
construction would create a significant vibration impact. Mitigation was provided that required the use of sonic pile
drivers.
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