HomeMy WebLinkAboutAGENDA REPORT 1992 0819 CC REG ITEM 11DMOORPARK
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M E M O R A N D U M by
TO: The Honorable City Council
FROM: William Phelps, Director of Community Development l
Prepared by Deborah S. Traffenstedt, Senior Planner
DATE: August 18, 1992 (CC Meeting of 8- 19 -92)
SUBJECT: SPECIFIC PLAN PROCESSING PROCEDURES
Background
At the City Council's meeting of July 15, 1992, the Council made
several decisions related to specific plan processing. One of
those decisions was that the City would hire the specific plan and
environmental consultants. Related to that decision, the Council
directed staff to prepare draft specific plan and environmental
impact report (EIR) requirements and submit for Council review and
comment by August 19, 1992, and to begin informal contacts with
private consultants to develop a list of qualified firms for
preparation of specific plans and EIR's. Staff has prepared and
attached to this staff report draft Guidelines for the Preparation
of Specific Plans and EIR's. The following Discussion section
identifies important components of the proposed Guidelines and
consultant selection process.
Discussion
Consultant Selection Process.
Since July 15, staff has been actively involved in contacting and
interviewing representatives from qualified consultant companies.
Those companies contacted were recommended by staff from other
local governments in Ventura County and /or the specific plan
applicants. All qualified consultant firms contacted by staff are
very interested in working for the City to prepare specific plans
and /or environmental impact reports (EIR's).
The Community Development Committee met on July 30, and August 13,
1992, and discussed the consultant selection process. At the
Committee's July 30th meeting, staff and the Committee met with
representatives from the Messenger Investment Company (MIC) and
discussed a proposal by MIC to have their consultant prepare the
specific plan. After considering MIC's request, the Committee met
PAUL W LAWRASON JR JOHN E. WOZNIAK SCOTT MONTGOMERY 13ERNARDO M. PEREZ ROY E. TALLEY JR.
Mayor Mayor Pro Tem Councilmember Councilmember Councilmember
Panted On Recycled Paces.
The Honorable City Council
August 18, 1992
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on August 13th and decided to not change their original
recommendation to the City Council (i.e., that the City should
select and enter into a two -party contract with a qualified
consultant for preparation of the specific plan and environmental
document). The Committee did, however, direct staff to contact all
of the specific plan applicants and request consultant
recommendations. Staff has complied with the Committee's request,
and will continue to accept suggestions from applicants regarding
qualified consultants until the end of this week. The Committee
also recommended that each specific plan applicant be given the
opportunity to meet with the consultant firms) under consideration
and review and comment on the proposed scope of work prior to
contract approval. Staff has incorporated the opportunity for a
pre - selection applicant /consultant meeting into the draft
Guidelines.
Due to the known availability of qualified consultant firms, staff
does not propose to formally circulate a request for proposal. In
lieu of that process, staff is suggesting that the list of
qualified consultant firms be narrowed down to no less than two for
each specific plan area. Staff would then propose to request those
firms to prepare a detailed scope of work for specific plan(s)
and /or EIR(s). After submittal of the detailed scope of work, the
applicants would be given the opportunity to review the scope of
work, to meet with the consultants under consideration, and to
provide comments to staff on scope of work and consultants under
consideration. Each of the consultants under consideration would
then be requested to meet formally with City staff and the
Community Development Committee to discuss their proposed scope of
work. The Committee, and staff_ recommendation would then be
forwarded to the City'Council along with a draft contract for
consideration.
Another issue related to consultant selection is whether one firm
should be hired to prepare more than .one specific plan. Although
a cost savings can probably be realized by allowing one firm to
prepare all or several of the specific plans or EIR's, there are
some risks associated with this approach. Any contract dispute
could stop preparation of all plans, and it is staff's
understanding that the various specific plan applicants want their
plan applications processed completely independent of other
applications. Advantages of having separate consultant companies
involved with the development of specific plans are that the design
of each would probably be more unique, the City could benefit from
the experience and ideas that each firm has to offer, and there is
less risk that one or more of the specific plans would be assigned
to inexperienced staff in order to comply with the completion
schedule for each specific plan.
The Honorable City Council
August 18, 1992
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Staff's preference is to select separate specific plan consultant's
for each area. However, staff would prefer to retain the option of
evaluating the pros and cons of allowing one consultant to prepare
a maximum of two specific plans. In conjunction with development
of the scope of work for each specific plan, staff and the
Community Development Committee will evaluate whether any
consulting firms have the staff capability and can show an overall
cost savings if selected to prepare two specific plans.
Most of the specific plan consultant companies interviewed to date
also have the staff capability to conduct the environmental studies
and prepare the appropriate environmental document. However, staff
proposes to retain the option of selecting a separate, qualified
environmental consulting firm, if determined appropriate to obtain
an objective, legally adequate environmental clearance document.
Guidelines for the Preparation of Specific Plans
The attached draft Guidelines are intended to serve as the basis
for any scope of work prepared by consultants. However, staff has
prepared "Guidelines ", instead of "Requirements ", because we want
to allow consultants the flexibility to use their past experience
to achieve the best plan and work program possible. The most
important components of the attached Guidelines are Sections III
and IV which outline the Scope of Requested Consultant Services and
the Consultant Selection Process and Contract Schedule, and
Attachment C (Specific Plan Suggested Contents).
In Section III, Scope of Requested Consultant Services, we have
included a requirement that a Geographic Information System (GIS)
and Computer Mapping be utilized 'in the preparation of the specific
plan and EIR. The development of the basic system for the City
(which the specific plan and environmental consultants will then
add information to) should actually be a separate contract to avoid
duplication of work. Details regarding a Geographic Information
System will be worked out through the scope of work process. The
majority of the other Cities in Ventura County are in the process
of developing a comprehensive Geographic Information System. A
city -wide Geographic Information System would aid in the analysis
of alternative site plans and grading proposals.
Also in Section III, Other Responsibilities of Consultant, staff
has suggested a Technical Committee and Community Meetings to
assist in the development of the specific plan. Consultant
prepared public newsletters and a monthly status report to the City
are also proposed.
The Honorable City Council
August 18, 1992
Page 4
In Section IV, Consultant Selection Process and Contract Schedule,
a tentative schedule for hiring consultants has been identified
(consistent with prior City Council direction and the
recommendations of the Community Development Committee).
Staff Costs
The City's adopted Land Use Development Processing Deposit Schedule
does not address the deposit requirement for the processing of
specific plans. A deposit to cover staff processing costs is
required for all other entitlements. Staff is, therefore,
suggesting that the applicants be required to submit an initial
deposit equal to estimated staff processing costs. This amount
will vary depending upon the overall scope of work for the
different specific plans. Al recommendation related to the
appropriate applicant deposit for the consultant contract(s) would
be provided to the Council at the time that the draft contract and
scope of work are under consideration.
Recommendations
1. Authorize staff to distribute to qualified consultant
companies City of Moorpark Guidelines for Preparation of
Specific Plans and Environmental Impact Reports, and to
request preparation of a draft scope of work, including
schedule of performance and costs for designated tasks.
2. Authorize staff to accept specific plan applications with an
initial deposit equal to estimated staff processing costs.
3. Authorize staff and the Community Development Committee to
interview qualified consultant firms after receiving from them
a draft contract and detailed scope of work and any comments
from the specific plan applicants.
4. Direct staff to bring' the draft specific plan and
environmental contracts, including the scope of work, to the
City Council for final approval. (A recommendation related to
the appropriate applicant deposit for the consultant
contract(s) would be provided to the Council at that time.)
Attachment: Draft Guidelines for Preparation of Specific Plans
and EIR's (including Attachments C and D to the
Guidelines only)
DRAFT
CITY OF MOORPARK
GUIDELINES FOR
PREPARATION OF SPECIFIC PLANS
AND
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORTS
I. Introduction
II. Description of City and Specific Plan Areas
III. Scope of Requested Consultant Services
A. Specific Plan
B. EIR
C. Geographic Information System (GIS) and
Computer Mapping
D. Other Responsibilities of Consultant
IV. Consultant Selection Process and Contract Schedule
V. Elements of Scope of Work
VI. Requests for Supplemental Information
VII. Evaluation of Consultant Qualifications and
Proposals
VIII. Consultant Team Selection
IX. Reimbursement of Costs
Attachments:
A. Area Wide Map
B. Exhibits 3 & 4 and Appendix A from Land Use Element
C. Specific Plan - Suggested Contents
D. Draft Specific Plan Work Program
E. Procedures of the City of Moorpark to Implement the
California Environmental Quality Act
F. Standard City Professional Services Agreement
I. INTRODUCTION
The City of Moorpark is seeking one or more experienced and
qualified consultant team(s) to prepare four separate Specific
Plans and the required environmental clearance documents for these
plans. The City reserves the right to select separate Specific
Plan and environmental consultants. The selected environmental
consultant will be part of the consultant team, working under the
direction of the Community Development Department. The primary
Specific Plan consultant is responsible for all work products,
including work prepared by their sub - consultants, and will be
managed by the City's Community Development Department staff.
The City adopted an updated Land Use Element on May 13, 1992, which
designates five sites as specific plan areas. The designated
Specific Plan areas are located mainly in the northern part of the
City (refer to Specific Plan Nos. 1, 2, 9, and 10 on the attached
Land Use Element Exhibit 3). -One site is located outside of the
City, and would require LAFCO to amend the City's sphere of
influence and authorize annexation to the City (refer to Specific
Plan No. 8 on attached Land Use Element Exhibit 4). The Specific
Plan areas range in size from 24.5 acres (Specific Plan No. 9) to
4,200 acres (Specific Plan No. 8). At this time, the applicants
for Specific Plan areas 1, 2, 8, and 10 are prepared to move
forward with the City in the preparation of these Specific Plans.
Planning for these areas is a major priority.
The Specific Plans should provide a realistic and financially
feasible guide for the development of the sites that may include
residential, neighborhood commercial, schools, parks,
public/ institutional, and open space. The updated Land Use
Element identifies the basic land uses which should be included and
the maximum dwelling units and density limit permitted within each
Specific Plan area.
In addition to consultant services,' the Specific Plans will be
developed with the assistance of a Technical Committee, the
developer, neighboring property owners, and other interested
parties. The City's Community Development Department will take the
lead role in the coordination and management of the Specific Plans
and environmental documents.
An Environmental Impact Report (EIR) will be needed for at least
three of the Specific Plan areas (Specific Plans 1, 2, and 8). The
intent is to have any EIR prepared for a Specific Plan provide
adequate impact analysis to allow the City to make an environmental
determination that a residential development project that is
consistent with the specific plan is exempt from the requirements
of CEQA (consistent with Section 65457 of the Government Code) . If
after adoption of the specific plan, an event as specified in
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Section 21166 of the Public Resources Code occurs, the City would
need to make a determination regarding the appropriate
environmental clearance document.
A determination will be made following application submittal
regarding whether an EIR or a Mitigated Negative Declaration is the
appropriate environmental clearance document for Specific Plan 10.
If a Mitigated Negative Declaration is determined to be the
appropriate environmental clearance document, staff will work with
the environmental consultant to develop an appropriate scope of
work.
II. DESCRIPTION OF CITY AND SPECIFIC PLAN
Land Use Overview
Moorpark is centrally located within Ventura County. (Attachment
"A" depicts some of the major features of the area and its
surroundings). Downtown Moorpark, located less than one mile from
the study area, and is currently being revitalized to provide much
of the commercial needs of the area. Downtown will also serve as
the cultural hub and become a focal point for the City.
The City demonstrates a strong commitment to Downtown
revitalization through supportive programs in adjacent areas. The
downtown area of Moorpark is designated as a Redevelopment Area,
recognizing it's importance to the City. Downtown Moorpark will
become a stop for the proposed Metrolink commuter rail service,
expected to be in operation in October 1992.
Description of Specific Plan Areas
Appendix A of the Land Use Element (Attachment B) contains
requirements for specific plan contents and identifies the
evaluation criteria the City Council will consider in determining
whether a plan is appropriate' for, the area concerned. These
criteria include natural features and topographic constraints,
cultural constraints, environmental effects, land use
considerations, etc. A major goal" for the specific planning
process is to. ensure that development occurs in an orderly fashion,
with due regard to environmental factors. All Land Use Element
goals and policies shall be applicable to designated specific plan
areas. The actual acreage and locations of development which occur
within each specific plan will be based on the evaluation, criteria
the City Council will consider in determining whether a plan is
appropriate for the area concerned.
Based upon the City's implementation of the Land Use Element Goals
and Policies, specific plan areas containing significant
constraints may result in reduced development intensity and greater
amounts of open space from that proposed on the Land Use Plan.
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A description of the issues for each of the specific plan areas is
provided in the following subsections. A major part of the
consultant services for the Specific Plans is completion of a
fiscal analysis which evaluates infrastructure and service needs to
required to support the planned land uses in the area.
Specific Plan 1
Specific Plan 1 consists of 285 acres under single ownership,
located in the western section of the City, north of Poindexter
Avenue and the Southern Pacific Railroad tracks. Gabbert Road
crosses the westerly portion of the specific plan area. Generally,
the specific plan area is characterized by rolling hillsides which
are currently used for grazing purposes.
Opportunities and Constraints
Specific plan area development issues to be addressed during
specific plan preparation and subsequent review will include:
Topography - An evaluation of steep slopes, unstable soils, seismic
faults, and other geotechnical constraints within the hillside
areas of development will be considered during the development/
review of this specific plan. Consistent with City policy, grading
is restricted on slopes greater than 20 percent and development
prohibited in areas where potential hazards cannot be fully
mitigated.
Hydrology - An evaluation of existing drainage courses, surface
runoff, potential flood hazards and other hydrological constraints
will be conducted during the development /review of this specific
plan.
Viewshed - The visual importance of hillside horizon
lines /prominent ridgelines within this specific plan area from
surrounding areas will be eva- luated during the preparation and
review of this specific plan. Clustering of dwelling units should
be considered where appropriate to conserve important visual and
natural resources.
Biological Resources - The significance of biological resources
which may occur onsite (i.e., oak trees, threatened, rare,
endangered plants and animals, etc.) shall be determined during
specific plan preparation. The preservation of any resources
determined to be significant shall be encouraged through habitat
preservation, enhancement, or replacement.
Archaeology - The specific plan area will be evaluated to determine
whether archaeological resources occur within the overall plan area
and their potential significance.
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Public Services /Infrastructure - An evaluation will be conducted
during the development of this specific plan to ensure that
adequate services (water, sewer, gas, electric, police, fire, etc.)
are available or can be provided to the plan area. The specific
plan shall identify appropriate land use set - asides and financing
mechanisms needed to provide any public schools, fire stations,
libraries, etc., determined necessary to serve new development
within the plan area.
Parks - An evaluation will be conducted during the development of
this specific plan to identify required park land dedication
consistent with the City Municipal Code and General Plan
requirements.
Circulation - The specific plan area circulation network will
require consideration for topographical constraints, viewshed
issues, and the adjacent Southern Pacific railroad tracks; shall
provide protection for the conceptual alignment of the future SR-
118 freeway corridor; and shall ensure that roadway rights -of -way
are protected for the planned roadway upgrades, improvements, and
additions as identified in the City's circulation plan.
Proposed Land Uses
The number of dwelling units shall not exceed, 415, unless the
specific plan area property owner agrees to provide public
improvements, public services and /or financial contributions that
the City Council determines to be of substantial public benefit to
the community, in which event, the number of dwelling units shall
not exceed 620. A minimum of 3 acres of land shall be designated
as Public Institutional within this specific plan area. The
appropriate amount of land to be designated as Open Space, Park,
School, or any other appropriate land use designation, will be
determined at the time of specific plan preparation or approval.
Specific Plan 2
Specific Plan 2 consists of 445 acres under single ownership. It
is located northerly of the City, east of Walnut Canyon Road and
west of College Heights Drive. Generally, the majority of this
specific plan area is characterized as a gently sloping plateau
with prominent hillsides in the northern section, and is currently
vacant and used for seasonal grazing.
Opportunities and Constraints
Specific plan area development issues will be addressed during
specific plan preparation and subsequent review, and include:
Topography - Existing steep hillsides within the specific plan area
require a complete evaluation of steep slopes, unstable soils, and
other potential geotechnical constraints during the development/
review of this specific plan. Consistent with City policy, grading
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is restricted on slopes greater than 20 percent and development
prohibited in areas where potential hazards cannot be fully
mitigated.
Hydrology - An evaluation of existing drainage courses, surface
runoff, potential flood hazards and other hydrological constraints
will be conducted during the development /review of this specific
plan.
Viewshed - The importance and visibility of hillside horizon lines
and prominent ridgelines within this specific plan area from
surrounding areas will be evaluated during the preparation and
review of the specific plan. Clustering of dwelling units should
be considered where appropriate to conserve important visual and
natural resources /hazard areas.
Biological Resources - The significance of biological resources
which may occur onsite (i.e., oak trees, threatened, rare,
endangered plants and animals-, etc.) shall be determined during
specific plan preparation and review. The. preservation of any
resources determined to be significant shall be encouraged through
habitat preservation, enhancement, or replacement.
Archaeology - The specific plan area will be evaluated to determine
whether archaeological resources occur within the overall plan area
and their potential significance.
Public Services /Infrastructure - An evaluation will be conducted
during the development of this specific plan to ensure that
adequate services (water, sewer, gas, electric, police, fire, etc.)
are available or can be provided to the plan area. The specific
plan shall identify appropriate land use set - asides and financing
mechanisms needed to provide any public schools, fire stations,
libraries, etc., determined necessary to serve new development
within the plan area.
Parks - An evaluation will be conducted during the development of
this specific plan to identify required park land dedication
consistent with the City Municipal Code and General Plan
requirements.
Circulation - The specific plan area circulation network will
require consideration for topography, viewshed, and for its
integration with both the conceptual future freeway alignments for
SR -118 and SR -23, and the future Broadway extension. The specific
plan shall ensure that roadway right -of -ways are protected for the
planned roadway upgrades, improvements and additions as identified
in the City's circulation plan.
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Proposed Land Uses
The number of dwelling units shall not exceed 475, unless the
specific plan area property owner agrees to provide public
improvements, public services and /or financial contributions that
the City Council determines to be of substantial public benefit to
the community, in which event, the number of dwelling units shall
not exceed 712. A minimum of 7 acres of land shall be designated
as Public Institutional within this specific plan area. The
appropriate amount of land to be designated as Open Space, Park,
School, or any other appropriate land use designation, will be
determined at the time of specific plan preparation or approval.
Specific Plan 9
Specific Plan 9 consists of approximately 24.8 acres located in the
western section of the City, north of.High Street, west of Walnut
Canyon Road, and south of Casey Road. This specific plan area is
owned by the Moorpark Unified School District and consists of the
City's former high school site - (excluding. the area that was
purchased by the Moorpark Boys and Girls Club). It is the City's
understanding that the School District is not prepared to proceed
with Specific Plan preparation at this time. Information on
specific plan development issues for Specific Plan No. 9 is
contained in the adopted Land Use Element.
Specific Plan 10
Specific Plan 10 consists of 70.59 acres under one ownership. This
specific plan area is located just east of Walnut Canyon Road,
north of Wicks Road, and south of Broadway. The terrain of this
specific plan area varies from steep slopes to relatively level
land on a gently sloping plateau.
Opportunities and Constraints
Specific plan area development issues will be addressed during
specific plan preparation and subsequent review, and include:
Topography - An evaluation of steep slopes, unstable soils and
other geotechnical constraints within the hillside areas of
development will be conducted during the development/ review of this
plan. Consistent with City policy, grading is restricted on slopes
greater than 20 percent and development prohibited in areas where
potential hazards cannot be fully mitigated.
Hydrology - An evaluation of existing drainage courses, surface
runoff, potential flood hazards and other hydrological constraints
will be conducted during the development /review of this specific
plan.
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Viewshed - The importance and visibility of hillside horizon lines
and any prominent ridgelines within this specific plan area from
surrounding areas will be evaluated during the preparation and
review of the specific plan. Clustering of dwelling units should
be considered where appropriate to conserve important visual and
natural resources /hazard areas.
Biological Resources - The significance of biological resources
which may occur onsite (i.e., oak trees, threatened, rare,
endangered plants and animals, etc.) shall be determined during
specific plan preparation and review. The preservation of any
resources determined to be significant shall be encouraged through
habitat preservation, enhancement, or replacement.
Archaeology - The specific plan area will be evaluated to determine
whether archaeological resources occur within the overall plan area
and their potential significance.
Public Services /Infrastructure - An evaluation will be conducted
during the development of this specific plan to ensure that
adequate services (water, sewer, gas, electric, police, fire, etc.)
are available or can be provided to the plan area. The specific
plan shall identify appropriate land use set - asides and financing
mechanisms needed to provide any public schools, fire stations,
libraries, etc., determined necessary to serve new development
within the plan area.
Parks - An evaluation will be conducted during the development of
this specific plan to identify required park land dedication
consistent with the City Municipal Code and General Plan
requirements.
Circulation - The specific plan area circulation network will
require consideration for its relationship to topographical
constraints, and viewshed issues, and its relationship to the SR-
118 freeway. The specific plan'shall provide protection for the
conceptual alignment of the future 'SR -118 freeway corridor and
shall ensure that roadway right -of -ways are protected for the
planned roadway upgrades, improvements and additions as identified
in the City's circulation plan.
Proposed Land Uses
The number of dwelling units shall not exceed 154, unless the
specific plan area property owner agrees to provide public
improvements, public services and /or financial contributions that
the City Council determines to be of substantial public benefit to
the community, in which event, the number of dwelling units shall
not exceed 231. The appropriate amount of land to be designated as
Open Space, Park, or any other appropriate land use designation,
will be determined at the time of specific plan preparation or
approval.
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Specific Plan 8
Specific Plan 8 consists of approximately 4,200 acres, under
combined ownership, located northerly of the eastern portion of the
City limits, east of Happy Camp Regional Park. Generally, this
specific plan area is vacant open space, characterized by steep
hillside terrain currently designated as open space.
Opportunities and Constraints
Specific plan area development issues to be addressed during
specific plan preparation and subsequent review will include:
Topography - Existing steep hillsides within the specific plan area
require a complete evaluation of steep slopes, unstable soils, and
other potential geotechnical constraints of the plan area during
the development/ review of this specific plan. Consistent with City
policy, grading is restricted on slopes greater than 20 percent and
development prohibited in areas where potential hazards cannot be
fully mitigated.
Hydrology - An evaluation of existing drainage courses, surface
runoff, potential flood hazards and other hydrological constraints
will be conducted during the development/review-of this specific
plan.
Viewshed - The visual importance of hillside horizon
lines /prominent ridgelines within this specific plan area from
surrounding areas will be evaluated during the preparation and
review of this specific plan. Clustering of dwelling units should
be considered where appropriate to conserve important visual and
natural resources.
Biological Resources - The significance of biological resources
which may occur onsite (i.e:, oak trees, threatened, rare,
endangered plants and animals, etc.') shall be determined during
specific plan preparation and review. The preservation of any
resources determined to be significant shall be encouraged through
habitat preservation, enhancement,.or replacement.
Archaeology - The specific plan area will be evaluated to determine
whether archaeological resources occur within the overall plan area
and their potential significance.
Agriculture - This specific plan will address the viability and
maintenance of the limited "Prime" and "Statewide Significance"
farmlands which occur within the plan area.
Public Services /Infrastructure - An evaluation will be conducted
during the development of this specific plan to ensure that
adequate services (water, sewer, gas, electric, police, fire, etc.)
are available or can be provided to the plan area. The specific
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plan shall identify appropriate land use set - asides and financing
mechanisms needed to provide any public schools, fire stations,
libraries, etc., determined necessary to serve new development
within the plan area.
Parks - An evaluation will be conducted during the development of
this specific plan to identify required park land dedication
consistent with the City Municipal Code and General Plan
requirements.
Circulation - The specific plan area circulation network shall
provide consideration for its relationship to topographical
constraints and viewshed issues and consideration for connection of
the SR -118 and SR -23 freeways as well as the Broadway extension.
The specific plan shall ensure that roadway right -of -ways are
protected for the planned roadway upgrades, improvements and
additions as identified in the City's circulation plan.
Proposed Land Uses
The number of dwelling units shall not exceed 2,400, unless the
specific plan area property owner agrees to provide public
improvements, public services and /or financial contributions that
the City Council determines to be of substantial public benefit to
the community, in which event, the number of.dwelling units shall
not exceed 3,221. The appropriate amount of land to be designated
as Open Space, Park, School, Agricultural, or any other appropriate
land use designation, will be determined at the time of specific
plan preparation or approval.
III. SCOPE OF REQUESTED CONSULTANT SERVICES
Specific Plan
The consultant is to develop realistic Specific Plans for the study
areas within the required time frame (see Attachment C for
suggested outline of the major elements of a Specific Plan and
Attachment D. a recommended Task Completion Schedule). The
Specific Plan should identify an appropriate mix of residential,
limited commercial (for SP's 2'and 8 only), public /institutional,
open space, park, and any other appropriate land uses. The
residential uses should allow a variety of housing types,
encouraging the production of housing for all income levels,
consistent with the City's Housing Element. The land uses should
be integrated with the existing and planned infrastructure system
in the area to facilitate the use of public transit. Development
should be pedestrian oriented to the extent feasible. Special
attention should be given to ensure compatibility with existing and
planned uses adjacent to the study area.
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The Specific Plan should evaluate and propose infrastructure and
service improvements to support the planned level of development.
Measures should be developed to implement the Specific Plan in a
timely manner. These implementation measures might include, but
are not limited to, a capital improvement program, financing
mechanisms for infrastructure improvements, a development phasing
program, and a fiscal impact analysis.
Another component of the specific plan is the development of
general design criteria and development standards including but not
limited to grading restrictions, individual housing types, street
relationships, public facilities, boundary conditions, interfaces
between different land uses, entry treatments, overall landscaping
requirements, setbacks, lot widths, and building heights. Any
development standards not covered 'in the Specific Plan would be
subject to the regulations of the Moorpark Zoning Ordinance. The
City preference is to minimize the use of new zoning regulations,
unless revised standards are considered necessary for overall
design purposes. The creation of varying zoning requirements for
different areas of the City can cause confusion, and there is more
potential for planners to err when reviewing zoning clearance
requests.
The final product of this effort should be a cohesive, well -
written, and internally consistent Specific Plan for Moorpark.
This document should function as a independent policy document,
guiding the development of the area and identifying the required
infrastructure, financing strategies, and other details. All
Specific Plans must be consistent with the City's General Plan.
The consultant will recommend to the City any components of the
Specific Plan which should be incorporated directly into the
General Plan. The City will be responsible for guiding the
Specific Plan through the approval process, including all necessary
General Plan and City Code amendments.
Specific Plan Work Program (See Attachment D)
The consultant will work closely with Community Development
Department staff in developing the required information for the
specific plan. These Guidelines are considered the minimum
requirements unless modified in the approved scope of work. Staff
will provide available background information to begin plan
preparation. The Community Development Department will coordinate
comments and input from other departments, agencies, and the
public.
The consultant must be capable of completing all project tasks
within the deadlines established in the approved scope of work.
The scope of work should clearly identify when tasks will be
initiated and completed and which tasks will overlap. Following
are suggested time frames. The consultant may propose in the scope
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of work different time frames and work products. The adequacy of
the scope of work will be reviewed as part of the selection
process, and will be subject to agreement by the City during the
development of the scope of work and contract.
Task #1 Project Initiation The consultant should review all of
1 Month the background information provided by staff; become
familiar with the City's experiences with other specific
planning efforts; conduct field visits to become familiar
with the project site; collect detailed information about
.infrastructure, services, and environmental conditions in
the project area; analyze market; and prepare base maps
and other materials. This task is an assessment of the
trends, opportunities and constraints of the Specific
Plan area. The specific plan consultant shall be
responsible for contacting all other agencies to
determine the availability of services.
Task #2 Develop Data Base - Develop Geographic Information System
1 Month (GIS) data base (See GIS and Computer Mapping work
program in this report).
Task #3 Goals and Policies - The consultant should work closely
1 Month with Planning staff and the Technical Committee to
identify appropriate objectives for the Specific Plan
area (the Land Use Element's Goals and Policies are
applicable to the Specific Plan areas).
Task #4 Development of Alternatives -The consultant should prepare
1 Month a minimum of four alternatives (in addition to the No
Project) for the specific plan. Each alternative should
address land use, circulation, infrastructure, service
needs, and community facilities. Each alternative should
be generally feasible based on the market and the overall
costs for necessary, improvements. Of the four
alternatives, one shall include the maximum density
permitted within the Specific Plan area and a second
alternative shall .include the density limit (refer to
Specific Plan proposed land uses description in these
Guidelines). The consultant shall be required to
evaluate the alternatives against a variety of criteria
to be suggested by the consultant in the specific plan
scope of work. The community and the Planning Commission
shall be involved in the development of the alternatives.
The first community workshop shall be scheduled to
discuss the alternatives under consideration.
Task #5 Refine the Preferred Alternative - The consultant shall
1 Month make a recommendation on a preferred alternative based
upon General Plan consistency, land use compatibility,
environmental opportunities and constraints, community
input, and recommendations from the Planning Commission,
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Technical Committee, and staff. City staff will review
the consultant recommended alternative with the Planning
Commission and City Council.
Task #6 Identify Implementation Measures - The consultant should
1 Month determine appropriate implementation measures. These
measures should include but are limited to zoning, design
guidelines, capital improvement program, financing
strategies, phasing program, and annexation (for Specific
Plan No. 8).
Task #7 Develop General Design Guidelines and Development
1 Month Standards - The consultant shall identify overall urban
design parameters and development standards for each land
use.
Task #8 Prepare an Outline of the Specific Plan - The consultant
1 Month shall prepare a detailed outline of the specific plan for
review and discussion by the Technical Committee. This
outline should provide an overview of the major elements
of the specific plan (See Attachment C - Suggested
Specific Plan Contents).
Task #9 Prepare an Administrative Draft of the Specific Plan
1 Month Based on the comments received by staff and the Technical
Committee, the consultant should prepare an
Administrative Draft of the specific plan document. All
of the elements of the specific plan should be included
and thoroughly discussed in the Administrative Draft.
This document will be reviewed by City staff and the
Technical Committee and the Community Development
Department shall provide detailed comments to the
consultant. The Community Development Director shall
have the final authority to determine what changes to the
Administrative Draft are necessary and appropriate. The
consultant shall make all' revisions requested by the
Community Development Director.
Task #10 Prepare the Final Draft Specific Plan - The consultant
1 Month shall incorporate all comments provided by the Technical
Committee and staff and shall submit a high quality draft
of the Specific Plan to Community Development Department
staff with a request to authorize reproduction and public
distribution.
Task #11 Distribute Draft Specific Plan and Draft EIR for Public
45 days Review - The consultant shall be responsible for the
coordinated distribution of the Draft Specific Plan and
Draft EIR (refer to following Suggested EIR Work
Program).
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Task #12 Public Hearings - Attend public hearings on the Draft
Specific Plan and EIR, prepare the staff reports (if
requested), give an oral presentation at both Planning
Commission and City Council public hearings, and respond
to questions, as necessary. Prior to the first City
Council public hearing, the consultant shall prepare a
summary of all public comments received during the
Planning Commission hearings, including the Planning
Commission's recommendations. Within one week following
the close of the City Council's public hearing on the
specific plan, the consultant shall prepare a final
public hearing record which summarizes all public comment
received during the Planning Commission and City Council
hearings on the specific plan.
Task #13 Prepare Final Specific Plan - The consultant
should complete a draft of the Final Specific Plan based
upon the direction received from the City Council. The
draft of the Final Specific Plan will be reviewed by the
Community Development Department .and discussed by the
City Council prior to adoption.
Task #14 Prepare the Final Specific Plan Document - Based on
City Council action, the consultant shall prepare a final
approved copy of the Specific Plan. ,The consultant shall
submit a camera -ready copy of the document, all original
art work, and a diskette containing the computer files of
the project.
Environmental Impact Report
The Environmental Impact Report should provide the necessary
environmental clearance for approval of the Specific Plan and for
the incorporation of the Specific Plan into the General Plan.
Subsequent project actions- (e.g. zoning, infrastructure
improvements, and development permits) may require additional
environmental clearance. Consistent with Section 65457 of the
Government Code, the intent is to have any EIR prepared for a
Specific Plan include adequate impact analysis to allow the City to
make a determination that a residential development project that is
consistent with the specific plan is exempt from the requirements
of CEQA (consistent with Section 65457 of the Government Code) . If
after adoption of the specific plan, an event as specified in
Section 21166 of the Public Resources Code occurs, the City would
need to make a determination regarding the appropriate
environmental clearance document.
The EIR must meet all of the requirements of the California
Environmental Quality Act, the State CEQA Guidelines, and the
Procedures of the City of Moorpark to Implement the California
Environmental Quality Act (see Attachment E). The consultant scope
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of work must identify all required environmental studies, the
proposed EIR organization and contents, and all other EIR related
work tasks including but not limited to Notice of Preparation,
Notice of Completion, Public Notice, Notice of Determination,
monitoring program, responses to comments (public hearing and
written), findings, and statement of overriding consideration (if
required).
EIR Work Program
The Community Development Department
preparation of the EIR and the City
Administrative Draft EIR. The consultant
the preparation of the EIR and distributii
review, including the services - described
schedule is provided below.
will coordinate the
staff review of the
will be responsible for
3n of the EIR for public
below. An approximate
Task #1
Collect information for the background and
(Same Time
existing setting sections of the EIR. Complete
As SP Task
required environmental and engineering studies.
#1)
This information will be used both in the EIR and
during the early stages of the specific plan
process to assist in the development of the plan.
The scope of work for the EIR shall identify all
recommended environmental studies that should be
completed prior to development of project
alternatives and preparation of the Draft EIR. The
EIR scope of work should also include a cost
estimate for consultant preparation of all
recommended environmental studies. The scope of
work for each Specific Plan should identify the
engineering work which will need to be provided by
the specific plan applicant's engineer.
Task #2
Complete an opportunities and constraints analysis
(Same Time
of the specific plan'area based on engineering and
as SP Task
environmental factors which may include but are not
#2)
limited to grading, drainage and hydrologic, slope
analysis, vegetation,* cultural resources, noise,
traffic and access,. geotechnical (soils, geologic
and seismic) paleontology, adjacent land uses, and
easements and other site encumbrances, as agreed
upon in the scope of work for each Specific Plan
and EIR). Attend a minimum of two community
meetings and four Technical Committee hearings to
assist in the evaluation of the environmental
information and the development of alternatives.
Presentations and written handouts may be required
for these meetings.
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Task #3 Prepare a Notice of Preparation, including an
(Same Time Initial Study (subject to Community Development
as SP Task Department review and approval). Distribute to
#9) appropriate responsible agencies.
Task #4 Begin preparation of the remaining sections of the
(Same Time EIR (including but not limited to impacts,
as SP Task mitigation measures and monitoring program, and
#10) alternatives) based on the approved EIR scope of
work and the draft specific plan.
Task #5 Prepare an Administrative Draft EIR, based on the
( Same Time approved EIR scope of work. Submit to the Community
as SP Task Development Department for review and approval.
#10)
Task #6 Prepare a Draft EIR, submit to the Community
(Same Time Development Department for review and approval.
as SP Task Make any corrections as requested by City staff and
#11) then distribute for public review including
preparation of the State Clearinghouse Notice of
Completion form.
Task #7 Attend Planning Commission public hearings on the
(Same Time Draft EIR (budget for a minimum of three) and
SP Task respond to questions, as necessary. Oral
#12 presentations at these public hearings will be
required.
Task #8
Prepare a Final EIR, including a corrected Draft EIR
(Same Time
(if necessary) and responses to all comments on the
as SP Task
Draft EIR (received in writing or at the public
#13)
hearings), and submit to the Community Development
Department for review and comment prior to
distribution. Incorporate all staff requested
revisions into the Final EIR and then distribute to
commenting agencies.'' All citizens and private
parties that submitted comments on the Draft EIR
shall be provided a copy of the Final EIR's
responses to their comments. Attend City Council
hearings (budget for a minimum of three) on the
specific plan and EIR; make any final corrections
to the EIR that may be requested by the City
Council; and then prepare the final mitigation
monitoring program, the CEQA Findings, Statement of
Overriding Considerations (if required), and Notice
of Determination.
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The EIR shall be prepared consistent with all of the requirements
of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the
Procedures of the City of Moorpark to Implement CEQA (Attachment
E). The following subjects shall be addressed in the EIR unless
determined unnecessary in the approved scope of work:
Land Use and Socioeconomic Impacts - Address General Plan
consistency, land use compatibility including any potential
land use conflicts with agricultural operations, and any
impacts of the proposed project upon housing, population, and
employment within the City.
Transportation /Circulation - Address roadway and intersection
impacts, internal circulation, provision of primary and
secondary access, traffic safety, etc. The City's Traffic
Study Guidelines shall be followed. (Note: The City's
traffic model must be used as. the basis of the impact
analysis.)
Air Quality - Impacts must be analyzed consistent with the
Ventura County Air Pollution Control Board's Guidelines for
the Preparation of Air Quality Impact Analyses.
Noise - The effects of potential short -term construction
related and long -term noise impacts associated with the
proposed project will be analyzed. Noise testing will be
required in areas where decibel levels currently exceed or are
projected to exceed acceptable noise levels as defined in the
City's Noise Element. Long -term noise impacts should be
identified as they relate to increased traffic volumes.
Particular attention should be given to potential noise
impacts upon sensitive land uses located in the project
vicinity and appropriate siting and design of residential
development in specific plan areas to avoid significant noise
impacts from roadway /highway facilities.
Geology and Soils - Discuss' modification of any major
landforms, grading of hillside areas (with special emphasis on
intrusion into 20 percent and greater slope areas),
landslides, liquefaction of. subsoils, seismic activity,
increases in wind or water erosion, and paleontological
resources.
Agricultural Resources - Address any impacts to agricultural
resources.
Hydrology and Drainage - Discuss flood hazards, increases in
peak runoff, groundwater contamination, storm water
management, and flood control improvements required to service
the stages of development in the specific plan area.
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Aesthetics - Identify potential visual impacts (including
grading, shade /shadow, and light /glare impacts) upon both on-
and off -site surrounding areas, and prepare line -of sight
exhibits from various vantage points to help clarify the
impact discussion.
Biological Resources - Existing biology studies will be
reviewed for adequacy and supplemented as determined necessary
by the consultant and the City, or a detailed biology study
will be completed at the direction of the consultant, if no
existing or adequate study is available. The biology study
shall include or shall be supplemented by an tree study
consistent with City Code requirements, and the EIR will
summarize the biology and tree study(ies) in regard to
existing setting, impacts and recommended mitigation measures.
Cultural Resources - Existing cultural resource studies will
be reviewed for adequacy and supplemented as determined
necessary by the consultant and the City. Cultural resource
(archaeological and historical) archival records shall be
reviewed and a field investigation of the entire specific plan
area shall be completed. A separate cultural resource report
shall be prepared and submitted to the City and summarized in
the EIR.
Public Services - Describe the impacts of the project on solid
waste collection, fire /police protection, library services,
parks /recreation services, schools, and health and emergency
services.
Public Utilities - Describe the impacts of the project on
utilities including water supply, wastewater, solid waste
disposal, electricity, natural gas, telephone, and cable. The
potential use of reclaimed water for irrigation of any golf
course or other large recreation area requiring irrigation
should be discussed.
Wildfire Hazards - Address whether specific plan development
would increase fire emergency incidents and the need for any
additional equipment, facilities, and personnel to accommodate
the projected services required.
A reasonable range of alternatives shall be analyzed including
those alternatives evaluated during the specific plan preparation
process, the No Project Alternative, and an alternative or
alternatives capable of eliminating any significant adverse
environmental effects or reducing them to a level of
insignificance. If the No Project Alternative is the
environmentally superior alternative, the EIR shall also identify
an environmentally superior alternative among the other
alternatives.
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Please note that the City's Procedures to Implement CEQA require
that the proposed Mitigation Monitoring Program be included in the
Draft EIR.
Geographic Information System (GIS) and Computer Mapping (If the
City contracts separately for Task 1 as described below, the
Specific Plan consultant would be responsible for GIS Tasks 2 -4
only.)
Task #1 Create a parcel base map for the specific plan area
and for a 1,000 -foot radius area surrounding the
project site by converting import parcel and other
information from the Ventura County (DXF format)
maps into a PC /Arc /Info format. Verify parcel
information with the best available information
obtained from the City.
Input into the Arc /Info program all County Assessor
parcel ownership, and City zoning and General Plan
land use designation information for the project
site and all properties within 1,000 feet of the
specific plan area.
Develop a public notice mailing list based on the
information compiled into a database in Task 2.
Task #2 Digitize topography and all environmental
constraint information compiled for the plan area
consistent with the City's base GIS system
developed in Task 1.
Task #3 Use the information compiled in Task 2 to
(Same Time evaluate alternatives and to prepare alternative
as SP Tasks concept plans.
4 and 5)
Task #4 Digitize final approved land use plan and submit
(Same Time land use plan and database printouts for City
as SP Task Community Development Department review. Following
#14) staff review, produce final land use and zoning
maps and database. Pd /Arc /Info and Dbase computer
files of the maps and database shall be provided to
the City.
Other Responsibilities of Specific Plan and Environmental
Consultants
Project Management - A priority of the Specific Plan
consultant shall be to use project management tools to ensure
that tasks are completed on time and to maintain effective
communication between all parties including City staff, the
specific plan applicant, the EIR consultant, and any
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subconsultants involved in the preparation of the specific
plan and EIR. Any work tasks that require City staff review
and comment, including but not limited to staff reports, draft
documents, alternative site plans, newsletters, and meeting
handouts shall be submitted to staff a minimum of 10 working
days prior to the proposed distribution date for these items.
For example, a staff report for either the Planning Commission
or City Council must be submitted 10 working days prior to the
date that staff reports must be distributed to the Commission
or Council.
Participation in Technical Committee and Community Meetings:
A Technical Committee will guide the development of the
specific plan. This Technical Committee will meet
approximately once a month, or as determined necessary by
Community Development Department staff. The members of this
Committee are expected to include Community Development
Department staff, the City Engineer, the Specific Plan
applicant (or designated- representative), the Specific Plan
and EIR consultant(s), 'and any other members determined
appropriate by the City. The Specific Plan consultant shall
be responsible for arranging the Committee meetings and shall
develop the agenda and present project information to the
other members of the Committee, as necessary. The Specific
Plan consultant's scope of work shall include the recommended
number of Technical Committee meetings and the specific cost
for attendance as well as Committee agenda and report
preparation work. The EIR consultant's scope of work shall
include an itemized cost for attendance at any Technical
Committee meetings.
The specific plan process shall include a minimum of two
community meetings (all property owners residing within 1,000
feet of a Specific Plan area will need to be notified
regarding any such meeting). At least one community meeting
shall be held during the alternative selection process.
The consultant shall prepare materials for both Technical
Committee and community meetings (including the agenda, any
public handouts, and presentation graphics).
Participation in Public Hearings: The consultant(s) shall be
required to attend Planning Commission and City Council
hearings (budget for a minimum of six) on the Specific Plan
and EIR. The consultant(s) shall be expected to present the
specific plan and EIR findings at these hearings, respond to
questions, and provide all necessary presentation materials.
The cost to attend any other Planning Commission or City
Council meetings shall be specified in the scope of work.
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Written Monthly status reports shall be prepared by the
Specific Plan consultant and submitted to the Community
Development Department for the duration of the project.
Periodic newsletters (budget for a minimum of four) shall be
prepared by the Specific Plan consultant and mailed to all
property owners within 1,000 feet of the Specific Plan area.
The purpose of these newsletters shall be to inform the public
regarding the specific plan and EIR process and to provide a
Specific Plan and EIR status report.
IV. CONSULTANT SELECTION PROCESS AND CONTRACT SCHEDULE
1st Week Applicants submit deposit for City staff costs and submit
application for a specific plan including all available
site information.
2nd Week Staff determines which companies will be requested to
prepare a detailed scope of work,. including completion
schedule, for Specific Plans and EIR's.
4th Week Consultant candidates will submit written scope of work
by in accordance with the requirements
set forth herein. Consultant candidates will provide 10
copies of the draft scope of work.
5th Week Staff reviews draft scope of work for Specific Plans and
EIR's and suggests revisions if appropriate.
6th Week The applicant is given the opportunity to review the
revised scope of work and meet with the consultant
candidates.
7th Week A selection committee consisting of City staff and the
City Council Community-Development Committee interviews
consultant candidates and makes a determination regarding
the preferred company(ies).
8th Week Community Development Department staff works with the
selected consultant(s) to'prepare a mutually acceptable
contract. City Attorney review of the contract is.
required. If the City and the selected consultant team
cannot agree on a satisfactory contract, the City
reserves the right to terminate negotiations.
10th Week Staff requests City Council approval of the scope of work
and contracts.
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V. ELEMENTS OF SCOPE OF WORK
Each scope of work shall be generally consistent with these
Guidelines and shall also include the following elements:
1. Description of work program steps to be taken to accomplish
the project with a corresponding time line and cost.
2. Identification of any information or assistance required from
City staff and the Specific Plan applicant to accomplish each
step in the process.
3. Explanation of an approach to maintain close communication
with Staff and the Specific Plan applicant, and identification
of the members of the consultant team who will be involved in
this approach.
The approach shall ensure effective coordination between all
involved parties. Include a description of the total number
of recommended working meetings with City staff, including any
Technical Committee meetings.
4. Estimate the costs to complete the Specific Plan, including a
break down of anticipated costs for each product and each of
the main tasks required to complete each product (e.g., for
the EIR identify the separate costs for completion of any
environmental studies, the environmental opportunities and
constraints analysis, , Administrative Draft EIR, Draft EIR,
Responses to Comments, etc.), along with hourly billing rates
for the various levels of staff to be assigned to the project.
A billing schedule shall be proposed which would allow the
consultant to submit an invoice to the City for payment only
after completion of an identified task or tasks.
5. Identification of consultant and /or sub - consultant personnel
and staffing projections as follows:
a. Specify the name, address; and telephone number of the
firm(s). Identify all members of the consultant's
professional team proposed 'to work on the identified work
tasks, together with a brief description of the
background and experience of each.
b. The consultant shall submit an outline of the
organizational structure that the consultant intends to
employ, including staffing projections.
6. Minority Status. The consultant shall indicate the status of
the firm regarding minority and /or women -owned business
enterprises.
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7. Conflict of Interest. The consultant will be required to
comply with the City's Conflict of Interest Code and shall
disclose any real or perceived conflict due to interest in
real property development within the City. These interests
may include property ownership or current consulting contracts
which affect the study area and /or City. If selected, and for
one year following approval of the specific plan and
certification of the Final EIR, the consultant and any of its
subconsultants shall not enter into a contract with the
specific plan applicant for which work is done.
VI. REQUESTS FOR SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The City reserves the right to require the submittal of additional
information to supplement or explain the scope of work.
VII. EVALUATION OF CONSULTANT QUALIFICATIONS AND PROPOSALS
The City reserves the unqualified right to determine the
qualifications of consultant candidates and evaluate the quality of
the scope of work.
Evaluation of the scope of work
limited to, consideration of the
perform the assignment in a
availability of the consultant to
and organization of the project.
VIII. CONSULTANT SELECTION
will include, but will not be
evidence that the consultant can
timely and efficient manner,
City Staff; cost effectiveness,
The City reserves the unqualified right to reject any consultant
prepared scope of work. If the City and the selected consultant
team cannot agree on a satisfactory contract, the City reserves the
right to terminate negotiations.
IB. REIMBURSEMENT OF COSTS
No reimbursement whatsoever will be made by the City for any costs
incurred by consultant candidates related to the preparation or
presentation of the proposed scope of work.
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ATTACHMENT C
SPECIFIC PLAN CONTENT REQUIREMENTS
The following are considered the minimum content requirements for
Specific Plans. The scope of work should clearly identify if any
modifications are proposed.
I. Summary
Include a condensed statement of the purpose, scope and main
ideas of the specific plan.
II. Background /Introduction
A. Describe overall purpose and function of the specific
plan.
B. Explain the planning and Technical Committee process
involved in developing the specific plan.
C. Describe the general planning context of the area.
D. Explain the existing conditions of the'study area (e.g.,
land use history, and environmental constraints and
opportunities.
E. Discuss the economic conditions of the area (e.g.,
ownership patterns, economic viability of existing
businesses, potential for change, and fiscal impacts.
III. Goals and Objectives
A. Identify appropriate.-'-goals and objectives for the
specific plan.
B. Explain how these goals and objectives are consistent
with the General Plan and how the specific plan
implements the General Plan.
IV. Development Plan
A. Determine the appropriate types, intensities, amounts,
and locations of residential uses, mixed uses, commercial
uses, and public /institutional uses.
B. Identify the location of parks, open space, and related
community facilities.
C. Develop a set of land use diagrams, maps and /or figures
necessary to illustrate the proposed plan.
ATTACHMENT C
V. Transportation /Circulation Plan
A. Identify an internal circulation system that will support
the land use plan.
B. Identify the necessary transportation improvements inside
and outside the specific plan area that will provide the
traffic capacity for the proposed uses.
D. Identity linkages with existing and planned transit
facilities.
E. Develop transportation /circulation diagrams.
VI. Infrastructure Plan
A. Identify the sewer, water and storm drainage
improvements.
B. Determine which facilities are required to serve the
development.
C. Locate and size these infrastructure facilities on an
infrastructure diagram.
VII. Community Facilities Plan
A. Identify school, park, open space, library, fire service
and other relevant community service needs.
B. Determine the community service facilities needed to be
located within the specific plan area and include them in
the land use plan.
VIII. Design Guidelines.and Development Regulations
A. Identify permitted land uses and zoning regulations
tailored to those uses if different from City Zoning
Ordinance.
B. Identify overall urban design parameters for.each land
use.
C. Identify guidelines to ensure compatibility between land
uses (e.g., between residential and commercial uses).
D. Develop transit, bikeway, and equestrian trail
guidelines, as appropriate.
E. Develop design guidelines for public facilities, as
necessary.
IX.
ATTACHMENT C
F. Identify overall landscaping requirements including lists
of recommended species, streetscape recommendations,
entry treatments, etc.
Implementation Measures
A. Identify Planned Development and Conditional Use Permit
requirements consistent with the City's Zoning Ordinance.
B. Monitoring Program - Develop a monitoring program to
track the progress of development, assist in determining
budgetary needs for the Specific Plan area, and to
identify when certain public improvements must be
provided. The monitoring program should be designed to
be easily administered, understood and updated.
C. Capital Improvement Program
1. Estimate costs for the construction and maintenance
of the proposed infrastructure and public
facilities.
2. Determine the phasing of these,improvements.
3. Identify sources of funding.
4. Identify responsible agencies for completing
improvements.
D. Financing Strategy
1. Analyze a series of methods to finance project
required infrastructure and community facilities.
2. Develop a program for enacting financing methods.
3. Analyze the fiscal -impact to the City from
development of the Specific Plan area.
E. Phasing Program
1. Identify a preferred phasing schedule to. implement
the specific plan.
2. Clarify the level of infrastructure and other
public improvements which should be provided in
conjunction with each phase of development to avoid
fiscal and environmental impacts to the City.
ATTACHMENT C
X. Specific Plan Administration
A. Explain the process for future development (e.g., General
Plan amendments, zoning, permits, etc.).
B. Explain any other actions that are necessary in order to
effectively implement the Plan.
C. Discuss Specific Plan amendment• and enforcement
procedures.
XI. Appendices
A. Legal Description
B. General Plan Consistency
C. Findings to establish linkages between environmental
documentation, general plan consistency and the specific
plan document
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ATTACHMENT "D"
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TASK NAME Duration Start End
1992
1993
SEP
OCT
NOVI
DEC
JAN
FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
JUN
JUL
AUG
OCT
NOV
DEC
_
CONSULTANT SELECTION PROCESS AND
CONTRACT SCHEDULE
_
1 st WEEK Applicants submit deposit for City staff costs
and submit application fora specific plan including all
available site information.
2nd WEEK Staff determines which companies will be
cqueatcd to prepare a detailed scope Of work, including
completion schedule, for Specific Plan and EIR's.
41h WEEK Consultant candidates will submit written
scope of work by in accordance with
the requirements set forth herein. Consultant candidates
will provide 10 copies of the draft scope of work.
5th Staff reviews draft scope of work for Specific Plans
and L-IR's and suggests revisions if appropriate.
6th The applicant is given the opportunity to review the
revised scope of work and meet with the consultant
candidates.
7th WEEK A selection committee consisting of City staff
and the City Council Community Development Committee
interviews consultant candidates and makes a
determination regarding the preferred company(ies).
8th WEEK Community Development Department staff
works with the selected consultant(s) to prepare a mutually
accceptable contract. City Attorney review of the contract
is required. If the City and the selected consultant team
cannot agree on a satisfactory contract, the City reserves
the right to terminate negotiations.
1 Oth WEEK Staff requests City Council approval of the
scope of work and contracts.
PROJECT INITIATION
Review Background Information
l Learn about City's Gen'I Plan & Other Plan
Make Field Visits to Site
Collect Data
Infrastructure
City Services
Environmental Concerns
Prepare Base Maps
Assess Trends
Identify Constraints & Opportunities
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TASK NAME Duration Start End
1992
1993
SEP
OCT
NOV
DEC
JAN
I FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
JUN
JUL
AUG
OCT
NOVI
DEC
CONSULTANT SELECTION PROCESS AND
_ CONTRACT SCHEDULE
1 st WEEK Applicants submit deposit for City staff costs
a rid submit application fora specific plan including all
available site information.
2nd WEEK Staff determines which companies will be
requested to prepare a detailed scope of work, including
completion schedule, for Specific Plan and EIR's.
j 4111 WEEK Consultant candidates will submit written
j scope of work by in accordance with
j the requirements set forth herein. Consultant candidates
&_ill provide 10 co ies of the draft scope of work.
5th Staff reviews draft scope of work for Specific Plans
and ElR's and suggests revisions if appropriate.
6th The applicant is given the opportunity to review the
revised scope of work and meet with the consultant
candidates.
7th WEEK A selection committee consisting of City staff
and the City Council Community Development Committee
interviews consultant candidates and makes a
determination regarding the preferred company(ies).
'
8th WEEK Community Development Department staff
works with the selected consultant(s) to prepare a mutually
accceptable contract. City Attorney review of the contract
is required. If the City and the selected consultant team
cannot agree on a satisfactory contract, the City reserves
the right to terminate negotiations.
10th WEEK Staff requests City Council approval of the
scope of work and contracts.
PROJECT INITIATION
Review Background Information
Learn about City's Gen'I Plan & Other Plan
Make Field Visits to Site
Collect Data
Infrastructure
City Services
Environmental Concerns
Prepare Base Maps
Assess Trends
Identify Constraints & Opportunities
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TASK NAME Duration Start End
1992
1993
SEP
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GIS /COMPUTER MAPPING
Create a parcel base map for the specific plan
. rea and fora 1 ,000 —foot radius area surrounding the
Project site by converting import parcel and other
information from the Ventura County (DXF format) maps
i r i t o a PC /Arc /Info format. Verity parcel information with the
I,cst available information obtained from the City.
Input into the Arc /Info program all County
Assessor parcel ownership, and City zoning and General
H,in Lind use designation information for the project site
and all properties within 1,000 feet of the specific plan area.
Develop a public notice mailing list based on
me information compiled into a database in Task 2.
Digitize topography and all environmental
constraint information compiled for the plan area.
Use the information compiled in Tasks 1 —4 to
evaluate alternatives and to prepare alternative concept
plans.
Digitize final approved land use plan and
submit a draft land use plan and database printouts for city
Community Development Department review.
Produce final maps and database. PC /Arc /Info
and Dbase computer files of the maps and database shall
be provided to the City.
GOALS AND POLICIES
Identify Goals and Policies for the Area
DEVELOPMENT OF ALTERNATIVES
Prepare four alternate Specific Plans
Land Use
Circulation
Infrastructure
Service Needs
Community Facilities
Fiscal Impact
REFINE THE PREFERRED ALTERNATIVE
Select Preferred Alternative
Incorporate Advisory Committee and Staff Concerns
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IDENTIFY IMPLEMENTATION MEASURES
Identify Necessary Implementation Meaures
Sphere of Influence Changes
Annexation
7 Financing Strmtegy
Pha,ing Program
DEVELOP GENERAL DESIGN GUIDELINE
Identify Design Critera forvarious land uses
Propose Design Solutions for Incompatibile Land Uses
Identify Variations From City's Existing Design Code
PREPARE OUTLINE OF SPECIFIC PLAN
Prepare Detailed Outline of Specific Plan
Review Above with Task Force and Staff
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Outlim a Detailed Scope of Services for EIR
PREPARE ADMIN. DRAFT OF SPECIFIC PLAN
PREPARE REFINED DRAFT OF SPECIFIC PLAN
PREPARE ADMIN. DRAFT EIR
Project Description
Introduction
Executive Summary
Environmental Setting
Ervironmental Impact Analysis
Land Use/Policy Consistency
Transportation and Circulation
I Noise
1 Geology/Soils/Slope Stability
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Agricultural Resources
Aesthetics/Light and Glare
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Biological Resources
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Cultural Resources
Public Services
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Iternatives
ther Acquired Sections
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EETINGS/PUBLIC HEARINGS
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