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CITY OF ALAMEDA.(
SPECIAL JOINT MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL,
COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION AND
ALAMEDA REUSE AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
WEDNESDAY - - - NOVEMBER 19, 2003 - - - 5:00 P.M.
Wednesday, November 19, 2003, 5:00 p.m.
Place: City Council Chambers and Conference Room, City Hall,
corner of Santa Clara-Avenue and Oak Street.
PLEDGE
OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
AGENDA ITEMS
1. Public
Anyone
agenda
item.
Comment on Agenda Items Only.
wishing to address the Council/Commission/Authority on
items only, may speak for a maximum of 3 minutes per
2. Presentation by Alameda Point Community Partners.
3. If desired, adjournment to Closed Session to consider:
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
Property: Alameda Naval Air Station.
Negotiation Party:
Under Negotiation:
Alameda Point Community Partners,
Navy, City of' Alameda, Community
Improvement Commission and Alameda
Reuse and Redevelopment Authority.
Price and terms.
(Announcement of Action Taken in Closed Session, if any.)
4. Adoption of Resolution Authorizing the Alameda City Manager,
Executive Director of the Commission and the Executive
Director of the Authority to Enter into a Conditional
Acquisition Agreement By and Between the Alameda Point
Community Partners for Real Property at Alameda Point.
Adjournment
Beverly Jo yor
Chair, Community Improvement
Commission and Alameda Reuse
and Redevelopment Authority
MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL JOINT CITY COUNCIL,
COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION AND
ALAMEDA REUSE AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING
WEDNESDAY- -NOVEMBER 19, 2003- -5:00 P.M.
Mayor/Chair Johnson convened the Special Joint Meeting at 5:10 p.m.
Vice Mayor/Commissioner/Board Member Daysog led the Pledge of
Allegiance.
ROLL CALL -
Present: Councilmembers/ Commissioners/ Authority
Members Daysog, Gilmore, Kerr, Matarrese
and Mayor/Chair Johnson - 5.
Absent: None.
Public Comment
Peter Clark, Allegre Associates, submitted information to the
Council/Commission/Authority; stated in exchange for 140 acres at
Alameda Point, he would build a transit system connecting to BART
at no cost to the City of Alameda; City staff suggested that he
contact APCP; however, his phone calls have not been returned.
Mayor/Chair Johnson inquired whether Mr. Clark is associated with
Cybertran.
Mr. Clark responded cross licensing would be done with Cybertran;
there are a couple of possibilities; he is affiliated with
Cybertran and Morgan Town University, which has a transit system
that has been in operation 30 years and has an unblemished safety
record; the [Alameda Point] options are similar to Morgan Town
which has a rubber tire system or with Cybertran; a historic
trolley or futuristic approach could be completed for the same
cost.
Mayor/Chair Johnson inquired whether Mr. Clark is locked into one
mode of transportation.
Mr. Clark responded that he is proposing automated trolleys, which
could have different looks and are on rails or rubber tires; rail
is slightly cheaper, quieter and less expensive to maintain; that
he uses automated construction techniques; towers are welded to
steel augers in the ground; the preferred mode is over
intersections and into the second floor of buildings; the proposal
does not appear to be a transit-oriented development.
Doug de Haan, Alameda, stated the process has been ongoing for two
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years; three majorelements are different: 1) Shea and Centex were
not involved in the initial proposal; 2) Morgan Stanley's adaptive
reuse experience; and 3) remediation; that he does not recognize
the current team; urged cautious review; stated the City needs a
long-term partner; now, the project will be taken down in segments;
if major remediation is left until the end of the project and the
developer leaves, the City could be left standing against the Navy;
that he is concerned about piecemeal development; taking on the
whole project is doable.
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(03-544CC/03-069CIC) Presentation by Alameda Point Community
Partners.
APCP gave a PowerPoint presentation.
The City Attorney/Legal Counsel clarified that the slides labeled
"Master Concept Plan and Illustrative Site Plan" represent the
master developer's proposal and had not been submitted to the City;
approval of the Conditional Acquisition Agreement (CAA) is not an
approval of the proposal.
Councilmember/Commissioner/Board Member Gilmore noted the long
negotiation process; initially, there was a 22.5% Internal Rate of
Return (IRR) and APCP was expected to fund predevelopment costs;
the City has decided to spend $3.5 million in predevelopment costs;
at the end of the 15 month predevelopment period, certain things
will be known; inquired why the change [in predevelopment funding]
is not reflected in the IRR; stated the IRR should no longer be
22 5%
Phil Rafton, APCP, responded the risk profile is different than
when the RFP was prepared; determining where the Navy stands in the
next 15 months will eliminate one component of risk; there will be
the risk of entitlement and solving the traffic problems
thereafter; implementing the DDA has risks of development costs and
tremendous unknowns, such as unstable soil conditions, seismic
conditions, market conditions and interest rates; the City's $3.5
million underwriting costs will be paid for by the development;
originally, APCP was to receive excess lease revenues to cover
predevelopment costs; said revenues are not available for APCP's
Use; APCP is still faced with tremendous dollars and will fund an
additional $12 to $15 million between now and full entitlement; the
risk still exists; the City is not taking on $3.5 million, bonds
will be repaid from the project regardless of whether APCP is the
developer; the risk profile remains the same; other base
conversions have IRRs over 20%, some as high as 25%; the IRR is how
the capital is attracted relative to the risk.
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Councilmember/Commissioner/Board Member Matarrese stated the IRR is
subordinate to fiscal neutrality and amenities in the development
plan, including public spaces, parks and certain infrastructure.
Councilmember/Commissioner/Board Member Kerr stated issuing bonds
is not risk free; all developers face soil problems, seismic
problems, and traffic solutions; the IRR is of concern because the
land price has not been settled; the City might not be paid
anything for the land; if the 22.5% IRR in the CAA is not achieved,
the City will not receive profit sharing; the City should evaluate
and inquire whether anyone would purchase the property "as is;" the
deal involves taxpayer expense, including redevelopment tax
increment and property taxes, and could end up not getting the
people of Alameda any money for their land; that she is concerned
about negotiations involving considerable bond money which could
lead to no return for the land; the City should have reviewed the
net value of the land in an "as is" condition.
Mayor/Chair Johnson stated the $3.5 million must be spent for the
entitlement process; the City would have to spend said money
whether or not there is a developer.
Councilmember/Commissioner/Board Member Matarrese stated the first
share of profit that the City will reap is the amenities; the City
will not lose if there is 19% return because the return follows
receiving parks and City property; anything beyond 22.5% would be
profit to the City; the Navy's intention was not to give cities
land to make a profit; the intent was to give land back to the
cities for adaptive reuse; the profit the City will reap is City-
owned public amenities that the development will pay for, such as
libraries and fire houses.
Vice Mayor/Commissioner/Board Member Daysog stated bonds can be
issued to pay for services; issuing a bond causes future
generations to repay the bond and interest; that he has concerns
about issuing bonds; reducing the capital or operating budgets
should be contemplated in order to achieve fiscal neutrality; noted
that since lease revenues cannot pay for services, lease revenue
bonds issued in 1999 were used to pay for capital projects
throughout Alameda to free up Public Works money for Alameda Point
[services]; all steps should be taken to cut costs before bonds are
issued.
Mr. Rafton noted repayment of the bonds would come from the project
either through lease revenues or the development; APCP is obligated
to fiscal neutrality, which includes repayment of the bonds.
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Vice Mayor/Commissioner/Board Member Daysog stated that he would
consider a bond, but cutting costs should be contemplated to
minimize the use of bonds.
Mr. Rafton noted using public financing benefits both the City and
APCP.
Vice Mayor/Commissioner/Board Member Daysog stated infrastructure,
tax increment, and community facilities bonds have to be issued;
that he wants to minimize the use of bonds for short-term financing
as outlined in the 1999 financial plan.
Councilmember/Commissioner/Board Member Gilmore stated that after
the City spends $3.5 million, APCP could decide to walk away;
spending the $3.5 million will answer questions; however, answers
are not receiving any value since the IRR remains the same; after
questions have been answered, APCP can elect to walk away.
Mr. Rafton stated during the period that the City spends $3.5
million, APCP would spend approximately $1.8 million; noted APCP
would give the City a check for $250,000 soon.
Councilmember/Commissioner/Board Member Gilmore inquired whether
the $250,000 payment is a pre-existing obligation.
The City Manager/Executive Director stated an additional $1.5
million is anticipated in the ENA; $250,000 was to be paid to the
City upon approval of CAA term sheet; if the CAA is approved,
another $250,000 is to be paid to the City; $1 million would be
paid upon approval of the Disposition and Development Agreement
(DDA).
Mr. Rafton noted that APCP does not receive a return on bond money,
because it is money APCP is not contributing.
Councilmember/Commissioner/Board Member Kerr stated the idea was to
keep APCP from continuing to spend money; the City did not know
where APCP-was spending money; inquired what type of accounting
APCP would provide on the $1.8 million it anticipates spending.
Mr. Barry stated the CAA contemplates an obligation for APCP to
audit predevelopment funds that have been expended by APCP;
"qualified predevelopment expenses" is the defined term; APCP has
to complete an audit on money spent to date and an additional audit
will be completed at the conclusion of the ARRA funded
predevelopment period.
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Councilmember/Commissioner/Board Member Kerr stated APCP's initial
documentation loosely defined APAR; inquired whether as to the
contractual obligation between APCP and firms [on its team];
further inquired into is the relationship between APAR and APCP.
Mr. Barry responded Shea Properties created the acronym APAR
(Alameda Point Adaptive Reuse) for the RFQ; APAR is not a separate
entity; the team introduced tonight is committed to the six-month
adaptive reuse business proposal process; the firms will be APCP's
paid consultants responsible for creating the adaptive reuse
business proposal required in the CAA.
Mr. Rafton noted that the $7 million APCP spent to date and the
$1.8 million that will be spent during the next 15 months, would
not receive 22.5% IRR during the 15 month period.
Vice Mayor/Commissioner/Board Member Daysog stated [the City]
spending $3.5 million to pay for the final predevelopment items is
the City's budget decision; ARRA will decide how to pay for the
$3.5 million; that he is concerned about paying via bond; the City
will find a way to pay for the services; that he would like to see
language about contemplating cuts elsewhere; the City might not be
able to cut the budget; lowering staff levels might not be
acceptable.
Mr. Barry stated [APCP's] $1.8 million budget entails a reduction
of APCP's overhead and work product; the budget is an exhibit to
the CAA; overhead has not been stripped; APCP's goal is partner
with the City in negotiations with the Navy, whether it be
technical assistance or lobbying; APCP will provide partnership
assistance to help in the conveyance process; that he wants the
best opportunity for APCP to elect to proceed at the end of the
ARRA funded predevelopment period by having APCP's team provide
input.
Layne Marceau, President of Shea Homes, noted that regarding APCP's
option to proceed at the end of the 15 month period, APCP has
risked $7 million over the two year process; APCP has funded City
expenses for two years; APCP has taken on risk; APCP thought it
would have vested rights to the project by now; very few risks have
been taken out of the project to date; in 15 months, there will
still be many risks.
Councilmember/Commissioner/Board Member Gilmore stated APCP's
adaptive reuse specialist, Plant Construction, has a lot of
adaptive reuse experience, but not with military bases; inquired
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whether other military sites Plant is involved with are farther
along than Alameda.
Mr. Barry noted IRG is involved with the McClellan Park project and
is developing teams to orchestrate adaptive reuse.
Bob Burke, Plant Construction, stated the other military bases that
Plant Construction is involved with, Hamilton, Fort Ord and Tustin,
are behind Alameda; Plant has been in existence since the early
1970's and has converted tilt buildings constructed for industrial
uses to offices, which have adaptive reuse characteristics; APCP
was extremely careful in selecting its team.
Mr. Barry noted Morgan Stanley and IRG's roles changed as far as
further investment, but both have a substantial investment in the
project and remain available as resources.
Councilmember/Commissioner/Board Member Gilmore stated the original
MOU contemplates distributions among the partnerships and sets a
floor for the IRR of 18%; there are incentives beyond the 18% for
the partners; the amended MOU indicates anything not specifically
addressed remains the same; inquired whether the 18% remains the
same.
Mr. Barry responded APCP is drafting its operating agreement, which
will spell out each of the components in the MOU.
Mr. Marceau stated the 18% cash distribution section is in the
original MOU; the amendment addresses new priorities for cash
distribution; the 18% no longer exists; there is a new priority of
how cash is distributed out of the partnership; now that operating
partners, Centex and Shea, are committing all of the future
capital, there is no longer the promote [18% incentive].
Mr. Rafton stated 18% was never an underwriting criteria, rather a
threshold incentive for the managing member.
Councilmember/Commissioner/Board Member Kerr stated APCP's
incorporation date has not changed; inquired whether APCP's ability
to have insurance and a bank account has changed.
Mr. Barry responded the money spent to date is a soft asset; until
property is transferred, there will not be any physical, hard
assets; the commitment is that APCP will fund all capital required
to move forward; APCP was always able to have insurance; the
insurance requirements for the property management agreement had
unique twists; APCP has the ability to get insurance, which is not
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an issue relative to APCP's standing.
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The Special Meeting was adjourned to closed session to consider:
(03-545CC/03-070CIC) Conference with Real Property Negotiator;
Property: Alameda Naval Air Station; Negotiating Parties: Alameda
Point Community Partners, Navy, City of Alameda, Community
Improvement Commission and Alameda Reuse and Redevelopment
Authority; Under negotiation: Price and terms.
Following the Closed Session, the Special Meeting was reconvened
and Mayor/Chair Johnson announced that the City/Commission/
Authority obtained a briefing from Real Property Negotiators.
AGENDA ITEM
(03-546CC/03-071CIC) City Council Resolution No. 13665, CIC
Resolution No. 03-121, ARRA Resolution No. 33, "Authorizing the
Alameda City Manager, Executive Director of the Commission and the
Executive Director of the Authority to Enter into a Conditional
Acquisition Agreement By and Between the Alameda Point Community
Partners for Real Property at Alameda Point." Adopted.
Councilmember/Commissioner/Board Member Gilmore stated that she
appreciates the time and effort that APCP has put into answering
questions and providing the presentation.
Vice Mayor/Commissioner/Board Member Daysog moved adoption of the
CAA with notes [adoption of the resolution], with direction that
the ARRA/CIC/City Council, in performing its responsibilities,
shall contemplate reducing the operational and capital budgets in
an effort to achieve fiscal neutrality; clarified that said
language is not added to the CAA, but is part of the motion.
Councilmember/Commissioner/Board Member Matarrese seconded the
motion, with the added policy statement and the annotated language.
Under discussion, Councilmember/Commissioner/Board Member Matarrese
noted that the Agreement is conditional and addresses how to move
forward, including the City's investment over the next 15 months;
noted said investment is needed, regardless of who will be the
developer.
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Councilmember/Commissioner/Board Member Gilmore stated that she
needs time to digest what was presented tonight; some member
entities were introduced for the first time.
Councilmember/Commissioner/Board Member Gilmore made a substitute
motion to continue the matter for a week or two.
Councilmember/Commissioner/Board Member Kerr seconded the motion.
THE SUBSITUTE MOTION FAILED by the following roll call vote:
Councilmember/Commissioner/Board Member Daysog: No; Gilmore: Aye;
Kerr: Aye; Matarrese: No; Mayor/Chair Johnson: No. Ayes: 2. Noes:
3.
On the call for the question on the original motion, the motion
carried by the following roll call vote: Councilmember/
Commissioner/Board Member Daysog: Aye; Gilmore: No; Kerr: No;
Matarrese: Aye; and Mayor/Chair Johnson: Aye. Ayes: 3. Noes: 2.
Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor/Chair Johnson adjourned the
Special Joint Meeting at 7:35 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Gui,4
Lara Weisiger, Ci4j Clerk
Secretary, Community Improvement
Commission
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Brown
Act.
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Emily Parodi (TWO COPIES)
ARRA Secretary
Alameda Point
AGENDA
Special Meeting of the Governing Body of the
Alameda Reuse and Redevelopment Authority
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Alameda City Hall
Council Chamber, Room 391
2263 Santa Clara Avenue
Alameda, CA 94501
1. ROLL CALL
2. Public Comment on Agenda Items Only.
Wednesday, November 19, 2003
Meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m.
City Hall will open at 5:15 p.m.
Anyone wishing to address the Board on agenda items only, may speak for a
maximum of 3 minutes per item
3. REGULAR AGENDA ITEM
3 -A. Recommendation from the Executive Director that the ARRA Governing Body authorize
the Executive Director to execute an amendment to a contract with Holland & Knight,
LLP.
3 -B. Recommendation from the Executive Director that the ARRA Governing Body authorize
the Executive Director to execute an amendment to a contract with RBF Consulting.
4. ADJOURNMENT
Notes:
• Sign language interpreters will be available on request. Please contact Emily Parodi, ARRA
Secretary, or Development Services at 749 -5800 at least 72 hours before the meeting to request
an interpreter.
• Accessible seating for persons with disabilities (including those using wheelchairs) is available.
• Minutes of the meeting are available in enlarged print.
Alameda Reuse and Redevelopment Authority
Interoffice Memorandum
November 17, 2003
TO: Honorable Chair and Members of the
Alameda Reuse. and Redevelopment Authority
FROM: James M. Flint
Executive Director
SUBJ: Recommendation from the Executive Director that the ARRA Governing
Body Authorize the Executive Director to Execute an Amendment to a
Contract with Holland & Knight, LLP
Background / Discussion
Holland & Knight is a Washington D.C. based lobbying firm contracted by the ARRA to
assist in efforts to secure federal support and funding for the environmental remediation
and redevelopment of Alameda Point, and for transportation, infrastructure and other
requirements necessary to support the redevelopment.
The contract with Holland & Knight expired on July 31, 2003. To ensure that ARRA
interests continue to be well represented at the federal level it is recommended that the
term of the contract be extended to December 31, 2003 and that the compensation limit
be increased by an additional $51,000.
The extent of lobbying services needed to support ARRA interests during the upcoming
ARRA- funded Predevelopment period will be evaluated and refined in the context of the
ARRA Predevelopment Work Plan and budget limitations. A new or revised contract is
anticipated to be presented to ARRA in December or early January.
Fiscal Impact
Pursuant to the January 2, 2002 Exclusive Negotiating Agreement (ENA) between the
City and Alameda Point Community Partners (APCP), these consultant costs are partially
reimbursable through cost recovery /pre - development funding. There is no fiscal impact to
the General Fund.
Dedicated to Excellence, Committed to Services
Honorable Chair and Members of the November 17, 2003
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Recommendation
The Executive Director recommends that the ARRA Governing Body authorize the
Executive Director to execute the attached contract amendment with Holland & Knight,
LLP.
Respectfully submitted,
James M. Flint
Executive Director
By: ' aul Benoi
Deputy Executive Directo
PB:ep
Attachments: Consultant Agreement — Holland& Knight, LLP.
Dedicated to Excellence, Committed to Services
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AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT
This Amendment of the Agreement, entered into this 19th day of November 2003, by and
between ALAMEDA REUSE AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (hereinafter referred to as
"ARRA ") and HOLLAND & KNIGHT, LLP, a Washington D.C. corporation, whose address is 2099
Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W. Suite 100, Washington, D.C. 20006 -6801 (hereinafter referred to as
"Consultant "), is made with reference to the following:
RECITALS:
A. On February 1, 2003, an agreement was entered into by and between ARRA and
Consultant (hereinafter "Agreement ").
B. ARRA and Consultant desire to modify the Agreement on the terms and conditions
set forth herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is mutually agreed by and between and undersigned parties as
follows:
1. Paragraph 1 ( "Term ") of the Agreement is modified to read as follows:
"The term of this Agreement shall commence on the 1St day of February 2003, and shall
terminate on the 31st day of December 2003, unless terminated earlier as set forth herein."
2. Paragraph 3 ( "Compensation to Consultant ") of the Agreement is modified to read as
follows:
"Consultant shall be compensated for services performed pursuant to this Agreement in the
amount not to exceed $126,000.00, as set forth in Exhibit `B -1" which is attached hereto and
incorporated herein by this reference."
3. Paragraph 9 ( "Hold Harmless ") of the Agreement is modified to read as follows:
"Consultant shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless ARRA, the City, its City Council,
boards, commissions, officers, employees and volunteers ( "Indemnitees ") from and against any and
all loss, damages, liability, claims, suits, costs and expenses whatsoever, including reasonable
attorneys' fees ( "Claims "), arising from or in any manner connected to Consultant's negligent act
or omission, whether alleged or actual, regarding performance of services or work conducted or
perfonued pursuant to this Agreement. If Claims are filed against Indemnitees which allege
negligence on behalf of the Consultant, Consultant shall have no right of reimbursement against
Indemnitees for the costs of defense even if negligence is not found on the part of Consultant.
However, Consultant shall not be obligated to indemnify Indemnitees from Claims arising from the
sole or active negligence or willful misconduct of Indemnitees.
As to Claims for professional liability only, Consultant's obligation to defend Indemnitees
(as set forth above) is limited to the extent to which its professional liability insurance policy will
provide such defense costs."
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4. Except as expressly raod4ed herein, all other terms and covenants set forth in the
Agreement shall remain the same and shall be in full force and effect.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Modification of Agreement
to be executed on the day and year fast above written.
HOLLAND & KNIGHT LLP A.LAMEDA REUSE &
REDEVELOPMENT AUTFIORITY
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RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL:
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Development Services Director
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Assista3at City Attorney
Exhibit `B -1"
Federal. Practice Group
.Biding Rates
NAME
TITLE
BILLING RATE
Trent Bauserman
Legislative Assistant
$100
Jeffrey Boothe
Partner
$350
Robert Bradner
Partner
$350
Holly Cook
Senior Public Affairs Advisor
$275
Lynn Cutler
Senior Public Policy Advisor
$350
Christopher Delacy
Associate
$200
Tillie Fowler
Partner
$480
Michael Gaba
Partner
$350
Michael Galano
Associate
$175
David Gilliland
Director, Strategic Communications
$325
Michael Gillis
Public Affairs Advisor
$150
Richard Gold
Partner
$400
Lloyd Jordan
Senior Counsel
$350
Douglas Patton
Partner
$425
Gerry Sikorski
Partner
$480
Janet Studley
Partner
$400
Lisa Tofil
Senior Counsel
$300
Alise Troester
Public Affairs Advisor
$150
Beth Viola
Managing Director, Strategic
Communications
$325
David Whitestone
Partner .
$330
David Winstead
Partner
$360
Rod Woodson
Partner
$325
Christian Zur
Senior Public Affairs Advisor
$275
Compensation
1. It is anticipated the total monthly costs for these services on a time & material basis will
be $12,000.00 for the period February 1 — September 30, 2003 and $10,000.00 for the
period October 1 — December 31, 2003, for a total contract cost of $126,000.00.
Consultant shall provide ARRA with monthly invoice illustrating work completed on project
tasks with corresponding costs for consultant staff and expenses. Such information should
also indicate percentage of total contract to date expended and remaining balance.
Invoices to be provided to ARRA within 10 days of start of month for previous month's
work.
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CONSULTANT AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT, entered into this _ day of , 2003, by and between
ALAMEDA REUSE AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (hereinafter referred to as
"ARRA "), and HOLLAND & KNIGHT, T .T ,P, whose address is 2099 Pennsylvania Avenue,
N.W. Suite 100, Washington, D.C. 20006 -6801 (hereinafter referred to as DConsultantD), is
made with reference to the following:
RECITALS:
A. ARRA is a Joint Powers Authority duly organized and validly existing under the
laws of the State of California with the power to carry on its business as it is now being
conducted under the statutes of the State of California and the Charter of the City.
B. Consultant is specially trained, experienced and competent to perform the special
services which will be required by this Agreement; and
C. Consultant possess the skill, experience, ability, background, certification and
knowledge to provide the services described in this Agreement on the terms and conditions
described herein.
D. ARRA and Consultant desire to enter into an agreement for services upon the
teams and conditions herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is mutually agreed by and between the undersigned parties as
follows:
1. TERM:
The term of this Agreement shall commence on the 1st day of February 2003, and
shall terminate on the 31st day of July, 2003, unless terminated earlier as set forth herein.
2. SERVICES TO BE PERFORMED:
Consultant shall perform each and every service set forth in Exhibit DAD which is
attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
3. COMPENSATION TO CONSULTANT:
Consultant shall be compensated for services, on a time and materials basis, performed
pursuant to this Agreement in the amount not to exceed $75,000.00 (Exhibit DBD).
4. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE:
Consultant and ARRA agree that time is of the essence regarding the performance of this
Agreement.
5. STANDARD OF CARE:
Consultant agrees to perform all services hereunder in a manner commensurate with the
prevailing standards of other lobbying professionals and agrees that all services shall be
performed by qualified and experienced personnel who are not employed by ARRA nor have any
contractual relationship with City.
6. INDEPENDENT PART 11 S :
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ARRA and Consultant intend that the relationship between them created by this
Agreement is that of employer - independent Consultant. The manner and means of conducting
the work are under the control of Consultant, except to the extent they are limited by statute, rule
or regulation and the express terms of this Agreement. No civil service status or other right of
employment will be acquired by virtue of Consultant's services. None of the benefits provided
by ARRA to its employees, including but not limited to unemployment insurance, workers'
compensation plans, vacation and sick leave are available from ARRA to Consultant, its
employees or agents. Deductions shall not be made for any state or federal taxes, FICA
payments, PERS payments, or other purposes normally associated with an employer - employee
relationship from any fees due Consultant. Payments of the above items, if required, are the
responsibility of Consultant.
7. IMMIGRATION REFORM AND CONTROL ACT (IRCA):
Consultant assumes any and all responsibility for verifying the identity and employment
authorization of all of its employees performing work hereunder, pursuant to all applicable IRCA
or other federal, or state rules and regulations. Consultant shall indemnify and hold ARRA
harmless from and against any loss, damage, liability, costs or expenses arising from any
noncompliance of this provision by Consultant.
8. NON - DISCRIMINATION:
Consistent with ARRA's policy that harassment and discrimination are unacceptable
employer /employee conduct, Consultant agrees that harassment or discrimination directed
toward a job applicant, a ARRA employee, or a citizen by Consultant or Consultant's employee
on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, handicap, disability, marital
status, pregnancy, sex, age, or sexual orientation will not be tolerated. Consultant agrees that any
and all violations of this provision shall constitute a material breach of this Agreement, and that
the remedy for such breach shall be limited to termination of the Agreement.
9. HOLD HARMLESS:
Except for loss, damages, liability, claims, suits, costs and expenses whatsoever,
including reasonable attorneys' fees, caused solely by the negligence of ARRA, the City, its City
Council, boards and commissions, officers and employees, Consultant shall indemnify, defend
and hold harmless ARRA, the City of Alameda, its City Council, boards and commissions,
officers and employees from and against any and all loss, damages, liability, claims, suits, costs
and expenses whatsoever, including reasonable attorneys' fees, regardless of the merits or
outcome of any such claim or suit arising from or in any manner connected to Consultant's
negligent act or omission regarding performance of services or work conducted or performed
pursuant to this Agreement.
Except for loss, damages, liability, claims, suits, costs and expenses whatsoever,
including reasonable attorneys' fees, caused solely by the negligence of ARRA, the City, its City
Council, boards and commissions, officers and employees, Consultant shall indemnify, defend
and hold harmless ARRA, the City of Alameda, its City Council, boards and commissions,
officers and employees from and against any and all loss, damages, liability, claims, suits, costs
and expenses whatsoever, including reasonable attorneys' fees, accruing or resulting to any and
all persons, firms or corporations furnishing or supplying work, services, materials, equipment or
supplies arising from or in any manner connected to the Consultant's negligent act or omission
regarding performance of services or work conducted or performed pursuant to this Agreement.
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10. INSURANCE:
On or before the commencement of the terms of this Agreement, Consultant shall furnish
ARRA with certificates showing the type, amount, class of operations covered, effective dates
and dates of expiration of insurance coverage in compliance with paragraphs 10A, B, C and D.
Should any of the insurance covered by this certificate be canceled or coverage reduced below
amount specified in this Agreement, before the expiration date thereof, the Consultant shall
provide ten (10) days' advance written notice to the ARRA by certified mail, "Attention: Risk
Manager." It is agreed that Consultant shall maintain in force at all times during the perfoilliance
of this Agreement all appropriate coverage of insurance required by this Agreement with an
insurance company that is acceptable to ARRA and licensed to do insurance business in the State
of California. Endorsements naming ARRA, the City of Alameda, City Council, its boards and
commissions, officers, as additional insured shall be submitted with the insurance certificates.
A. COVERAGE:
Consultant shall maintain the following insurance coverage:
(1) Workers' Compensation:
Statutory coverage as required by the State of California.
(2) Liability:
Commercial general liability coverage in the following minimum limits:
Bodily Injury: $500,000 each occurrence
$1,000,000 aggregate - all other
Property Damage: $100,000 each occurrence
$250,000 aggregate
If submitted, combined single limit policy with aggregate limits in the amounts of
$1,000,000 will be considered equivalent to the required minimum limits shown above.
(3) Automotive:
Comprehensive automobile liability coverage in the
following minimum limits:
Bodily injury: $500,000 each occurrence
Property Damage: $100,000 each occurrence
or
Combined Single Limit: $500,000 each occurrence
(4) Professional Liability:
Professional liability insurance which includes coverage for the
professional acts, errors and omissions of Consultant in the amount of at least $1,000,000.
B. SUBROGATION WAIVER:
Consultant agrees that in the event of loss due to any of the perils for which it has agreed
to provide comprehensive general and automotive liability insurance, Consultant shall look
solely to its insurance for recovery. Consultant hereby grants to ARRA, on behalf of any insurer
providing comprehensive general and automotive liability insurance to either Consultant or
ARRA with respect to the services of Consultant herein, a waiver of any right to subrogation
which any such insurer of said Consultant may acquire against ARRA by virtue of the payment
of any loss under such insurance.
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C. FAILURE TO SECURE:
If Consultant- at any time during the term hereof should fail to secure or maintain the
foregoing insurance, ARRA shall be permitted to obtain such insurance in the Consultant's name
or as an agent of the Consultant and shall be compensated by the Consultant for the costs of the
insurance premiums at the maximum rate permitted by law and computed from the date written
notice is received that the premiums have not been paid.
D. ADDITIONAL INSURED:
ARRA, the City of Alameda, its City. Council, boards and commissions, officers, and
employees shall be named as an additional insured under all insurance coverages, except
workers compensation insurance and professional liability insurance. The naming of an
additional insured shall not affect any recovery to which such additional insured would be
entitled under this policy if not named as such additional insured. An additional insured named
herein shall not be held liable for any premium, deductible portion of any loss, or expense of any
nature on this policy or any extension thereof. Any other insurance held by an additional insured
shall not be required to contribute anything toward any loss or expense covered by the insurance
provided by this policy.
E. SUFFICIENCY OF INSURANCE:
The insurance limits required by ARRA are not represented as being sufficient to protect
Consultant. Consultant is advised to consult Consultant's insurance broker to determine adequate
coverage for Consultant.
11. CONFLICT OF INTEREST:
Consultant warrants that it is not a conflict of interest for Consultant to perform the
services required by this Agreement. Consultant may be required to fill out a conflict of interest
form if the services provided under this Agreement require Consultant to make certain
governmental decisions or serve in a staff capacity as defined in Title 2, Division 6, Section
18700 of the California Code of Regulations.
12. PROHIBITION AGAINST TRANSFERS:
Consultant shall not assign, sublease, hypothecate, or transfer this Agreement, or any
interest therein, directly or indirectly, by operation of law or otherwise, without prior written
consent of ARRA. Any attempt to do so without said consent shall be null and void, and any
assignee, sublessee, hypothecate or transferee shall acquire no right or interest by reason of such
attempted assignment, hypothecation or transfer. However, claims for money by. Consultant
from ARRA under this Agreement may be assigned to a bank, trust company or other financial
institution without prior written consent. Written notice of such assignment shall be promptly
furnished to ARRA by Consultant.
The sale, assignment, transfer or other disposition of any of the issued and outstanding
capital stock of Consultant, or of the interest of any general partner or joint venturer or syndicate
member or cotenant, if Consultant is a partnership or joint venture or syndicate or cotenancy,
which shall result in changing the control of Consultant, shall be construed as an assignment of
this Agreement. Control means fifty percent (50 %) or more of the voting power of the
corporation.
13. SUBCONSULTANT APPROVAL:
Unless prior written consent from ARRA is obtained, only those people and
subconsultants whose names are listed in Consultant's bid shall be used in the performance of
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this Agreement.
Requests for additional subcontracting shall be submitted in writing, describing the scope
of work to be subcontracted and the name of the proposed subconsultant. Such request shall set
forth the total price or hourly rates used in preparing estimated costs for the subconsultant's
services. Approval of the subconsultant may, at the option of ARRA, be issued in the form of a
Work Order.
In the event that Consultant employs subconsultants, such subconsultants shall be
required to furnish proof of workers' compensation insurance and shall also be required to carry
general and automobile liability insurance in reasonable conformity to the insurance carried by
Consultant. In addition, any work or services subcontracted hereunder shall be subject to each
provision of this Agreement.
14. PERMITS AND LICENSES:
Consultant, at its sole expense, shall obtain and maintain during the term of this
Agreement, all appropriate permits, certificates and licenses, including a City of Alameda
Business License, that may be required in connection with the performance of services
hereunder.
15. REPORTS:
Each and every report, draft, work product, map, record and other document reproduced,
prepared or caused to be prepared by Consultant pursuant to or in connection with this
Agreement shall be the exclusive property of ARRA. All such work prepared by consultant will
be provided to ARRA in electronic format as well.
No report, infoimation nor other data given to or prepared or assembled by Consultant
pursuant to this Agreement shall be made available to any individual or organization by
Consultant without prior approval by ARRA.
Consultant shall, at such time and in such form as ARRA may require, furnish reports
concerning the status of services required under this Agreement.
16. RECORDS:
Consultant shall maintain complete and accurate records with respect to sales, costs,
expenses, receipts and other such information required by ARRA that relate to the perfoimance
of services under this Agreement.
Consultant shall maintain adequate records of services provided in sufficient detail to
permit an evaluation of services. All such records shall be maintained in accordance with
generally accepted accounting principles and shall be clearly identified and readily accessible.
Consultant shall provide free access to such books and records to the representatives of ARRA or
its designees at all proper times, and gives ARRA the right to examine and audit same, and to
make transcripts therefrom as necessary, and to allow inspection of all work, data, documents,
proceedings and activities related to this Agreement. Such records, together with supporting
documents shall be maintained for a period of three (3) years after receipt of final payment.
If supplemental examination or audit of the records is necessary due to concerns raised by
ARRA's preliminary examination or audit of records, and ARRA's supplemental examination or
audit of the records discloses a failure to adhere to appropriate internal financial controls, or
other breach of contract or failure to act in good faith, then consultant shall reimburse ARRA for
all reasonable costs and expenses associated with the supplemental examination or audit.
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17. NOTICES:
All notices, demands, requests or approvals to be given under this Agreement shall be
given in writing and conclusively shall be deemed served when delivered personally or on the
second business day after the deposit thereof in the United States Mail, postage prepaid,
registered or certified, addressed as hereinafter provided.
All notices, demands, requests, or approvals from Consultant to ARRA shall be
addressed to ARRA at:
Alameda Reuse and Redevelopment Authority
Alameda Point
950 West Mall Square, 2nd Floor
Alameda, CA 94501
ATTN: Doug Yount
All notices, demands, requests, or approvals from ARRA to Consultant shall be
addressed to Consultant at:
Holland & Knight LLP
2099 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W. Suite 100
Washington, D.C. 20006 -6801
ATTN: Richard M. Gold
18. TERMINATION:
In the event Consultant fails or refuses to perform any of the provisions hereof at the time
and in the manner required hereunder, Consultant shall be deemed in default in the perfoiniance
of this Agreement. If such default is not cured within a period of two (2) days after receipt by
Consultant from ARRA of written notice of default, specifying the nature of such default and
the steps necessary to cure such default, ARRA may terminate the Agreement forthwith by
giving to the Consultant written notice thereof.
ARRA shall have the option, at its sole discretion and without cause, of terminating this
Agreement by giving seven (7) days' prior written notice to Consultant as provided herein. Upon
termination of this Agreement, each party shall pay to the other party that portion of
compensation specified in this Agreement that is earned and unpaid prior to the effective date of
termination.
19. COST OF LITIGATION:
If any legal action is necessary to enforce any provision hereof or for damages by reason
of an alleged breach of any provisions of this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to
receive from the losing party all costs and expenses in such amount as the Court may adjudge to
be reasonable, including attorneysD fees.
20. CONFLICT OF LAW:
This Agreement shall be interpreted under, and enforced by the laws of the State of
California excepting any choice of law rules which may direct the application of laws of another
jurisdiction, and excepting for ethical issues which shall be subject to the standards set forth by
the District of Columbia Bar. The Agreement and obligations of the parties are subject to all
valid laws, orders, rules, and regulations of the authorities having jurisdiction over this
Agreement (or the successors of those authorities.)
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Any suits brought pursuant to this Agreement shall be filed with the courts of the County
of Alameda, State of California.
21. ADVERTISEMENT:
Consultant shall not post, exhibit, display or allow to be posted, exhibited, displayed any
signs, advertising, show bills, lithographs, posters or cards of any kind pertaining to the services
performed under this Agreement unless prior written approval has been secured from ARRA to
do otherwise.
22. WAIVER:
A waiver by ARRA of any breach of any term, covenant, or condition contained herein,
shall not be deemed to be a waiver of any subsequent breach of the same or any other term,
covenant, or
condition contained herein, whether of the same or a different character.
23. INTEGRATED CONTRACT:
This Agreement represents the full and complete understanding of every kind or nature
whatsoever between the parties hereto, and all preliminary negotiations and agreements of
whatsoever kind or nature are merged herein. No verbal agreement or implied covenant shall be
held to vary the provisions hereof. Any modification of this Agreement will be effective only by
written execution signed by both ARRA and Consultant.
24. INSERTED PROVISIONS
Each provision and clause required by law to be inserted into the Agreement shall be
deemed to be enacted herein, and the Agreement shall be read and enforced as though each were
included herein. If through mistake or otherwise, any such provision is not inserted or is not
correctly inserted, the Agreement shall be amended to make such insertion on application by
either party.
25. CAPTIONS:
The captions in this Agreement are for convenience only, are not a part of the Agreement
and in no way affect, limit or amplify the terms or provisions of this Agreement.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused the Agreement to be executed on the day a-
year first above written.
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EXHIBIT A
SCOPE OF SERVICES
1. In coordination with appropriate outside counsel for the City of
Alameda/ARRA, lobby on behalf of the City of Alameda/ARRA with the
Congress, the Executive Branch, including the Department of Defense, the
Navy, the EPA, and other officials in the federal government as required and
directed by the designated representative of the City of Alameda/ARRA to
secure, and if necessary, increase federal funding for (1) environmental
remediation and redevelopment at Alameda Point, which includes, but is not
limited to, the privatization of such environmental remediation, and (2)
transportation, infrastructure and other development requirements at or
adjacent to Alameda Point to ensure its successful redevelopment. Lobbying
services for the purposes as described in this section should also be provided
on behalf of the City /ARRA in coordination with appropriate outside counsel
with all appropriate agencies, offices, and legislative representatives of the
State of California as necessary to accomplish the objectives stated. Such
lobbying services shall not include legal services, legal advice or legal
opinion.
2. Prepare a written report which sets forth, in reasonable detail, the
comprehensive lobbying strategy necessary to achieve the funding goals set
forth in Section 1 above. Such written report shall, among other provisions,
identify any unique issues /attributes that relate to Alameda Point that could
affect the likelihood /success of achieving the funding goals set forth in
Section 1 above. Such report shall be updated each sixty (60) days during
the relationship. In addition, such report shall be delivered in draft form within
two weeks of execution of this agreement, and shall address any additional
funding issues requested by the City of Alameda/ARRA. The process for
developing the strategies and arguments set forth in such written report, to
the extent necessary, shall include the input from designated personnel for
the ARRA/City of Alameda.
3. Obtain information and data from the state and federal government on
matters of interest to the City of Alameda/ARRA that relate to the goals set
forth in Section 1 above.
4. Present and disseminate pertinent information and data on matters before
Congress, the Executive Branch, particularly the Department of Defense,
appropriate state agencies and legislative representatives relating to the
goals set forth in Section 1 above.
5. Advise the City of Alameda/ARRA concerning any matters that may be of
interest to the City of Alameda with respect to the goals set forth in Section 1
above.
6. Assist and educate City of Alameda/ARRA's federal and state legislative
delegation with respect to the goals set forth in Section 1 above.
7. Secure and furnish such detailed information as may be available that relates
to the goals set forth in Section 1 above.
8. Review and comment on proposals prepared by the City of Alameda/ARRA
for submission to federal and state agencies relating to the goals set forth in
Section 1 above.
9. Provide non-legal advice to the City of Alameda/ARRA regarding
appearances by City of Alameda/ARRA officials and staff before federal and
state agencies relating to the goals set forth in Section 1 above.
10. Arrange appointments as necessary with state and federal legislative or
administrative representatives and City of Alameda/ARRA representatives as
requested relating to the goals set forth in Section 1 above.
EXHIBIT B
FEDERAL PRACTICE GROUP
BILLING RATES
NAME
TITLE
BILLING RATE
Trent Bauserman
Legislative Assistant
$100
Jeffrey Boothe
Partner
$350
Robert Bradner
Partner
$350
Holly Cook
Senior Public Affairs Advisor
$275
Lynn Cutler
Senior Public Policy Advisor
$350
Christopher Delacy
Associate
$200
Tillie Fowler
Partner
$480
Michael Gaba
Partner
$350
Michael Galano
Associate
$175
David Gilliland
Director, Strategic Communications
$325
Michael Gillis
Public Affairs Advisor
$150
Richard Gold
Partner
$400
Lloyd Jordan
Senior Counsel
$350
Douglas Patton
Partner
$425
Gerry Sikorski
Partner
$480
Janet Studley
Partner
$400
Lisa Tofil
Senior Counsel
$300
Alise Troester
Public Affairs Advisor
$150
Beth Viola
Managing Director, Strategic
Communications
$325
David Whitestone
Partner
$330
David Winstead
Partner
$360
Rod Woodson
Partner
$325
Christian Zur
Senior Public Affairs Advisor
$275
Compensation
1. It is anticipated the total monthly costs for these services on a time & material basis
will be $12,500.00, with a total contract cost of $75k. Consultant shall provide ARRA
with monthly invoice illustrating work completed on project tasks with corresponding
costs for consultant staff and expenses. Such information should also indicate
percentage of total contract to date expended and remaining balance. Invoices to be
provided to ARRA within 10 days of start of month for previous month's work.
Alameda Reuse and Redevelopment Authority
Interoffice Memorandum
November 17, 2003
TO: Honorable Chair and Members of the
Alameda Reuse and Redevelopment Authority
FROM: James M. Flint
Executive Director
SUBJ: Recommendation from the Executive Director that the ARRA Governing
Body Authorize the Executive Director to Execute an Amendment to a
Contract with RBF Consulting
Background / Discussion
On July 1, 2002, RBF Consulting entered into a contract with ARRA in the amount of
$75,000. Pursuant to this contract, RBF Consulting has provided services including, but
not limited to, reviewing infrastructure /development schemes, analyzing infrastructure
and related cost estimates, providing cost estimates as requested, attending meetings and
providing technical advice regarding planning and infrastructure issues related to
Alameda Point.
In order to cover invoices for requested services rendered over the months of July, August
and September, it is necessary to extend the contract for an additional three months and to
increase the compensation limit by $19,450. Any requirement for RBF services beyond
this term will be negotiated within the context and limitations of the proposed ARRA-
funded predevelopment initiative.
Fiscal Impact
Pursuant to the January 2, 2002 Exclusive Negotiating Agreement (ENA) between the
City and Alameda Point Community Partners (APCP), these consultant costs are fully
reimbursable through cost recovery. Therefore, there is no fiscal impact to the ARRA or
City budget.
Dedicated to Excellence, Committed to Services
Honorable Chair and Members of the November 17, 2003
Alameda Reuse and Redevelopment Authority Page 2
Recommendation
The Executive Director recommends that the ARRA Governing Body authorize the
Executive Director to execute the attached contract amendment with RBF Consulting.
Respectfully submitted,
James M. Flint
Executive Director
By:
PB:ep
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eputy Executive Director
Attachments: Consultant Agreement — RBF Consulting
Dedicated to Excellence, Committed to Services
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AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT
This Amendment of the Agreement, entered into this 19th day of November 2003, by and
between ALAMEDA REUSE AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (hereinafter referred to as
"ARRA ") and RBF Consulting, a California corporation, whose address is 14725 Alton Parkway,
Irvine, CA 92618 -2027, (hereinafter referred to as "Consultant "), is made with reference to the
following:
RECITALS:
A. On July 1, 2002, an agreement was entered into by and between ARRA and
Consultant (hereinafter "Agreement ").
B. ARRA and Consultant desire to modify the Agreement on the terms and conditions
set forth herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is mutually agreed by and between and undersigned parties as
follows:
1. Paragraph 1 ( "Term ") of the Agreement is modified to read as follows:
"The teuu of this Agreement shall commence on the 1st day of July 2002, and shall terminate
on the 30th day of September 2003, unless terminated earlier as set forth herein."
2. Paragraph 3 ( "Compensation to Consultant ") of the Agreement is modified to read as
follows:
"Consultant shall be compensated for services performed pursuant to this Agreement in the
amount not to exceed $94,450.00, as set forth in Exhibit `B -1" which is attached hereto and
incorporated herein by this reference."
3. Paragraph 9 ( "Hold Hamuless ") of the Agreement is modified to read as follows:
"Consultant shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless ARRA, the City, its City Council,
boards, commissions, officers, employees and volunteers ( "Indemnitees ") from and against any and
all loss, damages, liability, claims, suits, costs and expenses whatsoever, including reasonable
attorneys' fees ( "Claims "), arising from or in any manner connected to Consultant's negligent act
or omission, whether alleged or actual, regarding performance of services or work conducted or
performed pursuant to this Agreement. If Claims are filed against Indemnitees which allege
negligence on behalf of the Consultant, Consultant shall have no right of reimbursement against
Indemnitees for the costs of defense even if negligence is not found on the part of Consultant.
However, Consultant shall not be obligated to indemnify Indemnitees from Claims arising from the
sole or active negligence or willful misconduct of Indemnitees.
As to Claims for professional liability only, Consultant's obligation to defend Indemnitees
(as set forth above) is limited to the extent to which its professional liability insurance policy will
provide such defense costs."
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4. Except as expressly modified herein, an other taros and covenants set forth in the
Agree:oast shall remain the same and 'hail be in full fore* and effect.
IN SYMMS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this modification of Agreement
to be Witted on the day and year fast above written.
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COMPENSATION TO CONSULTANT
Services shall be charged on a time and materials basis, according to the attached hourly rate
schedule. Invoices will be submitted on a monthly basis to the ARRA describing the services and
costs provided during the previous month.
In addition to charges for services, costs and expenses incurred in connection with the provision of
services may be submitted for reimbursement of actual cost. Based upon the Services to be
Performed, Exhibit "A ", the maximum compensation for the perfoinuance of the scope of work,
including reimbursement of direct expenses, will not exceed $94,450.00. Any compensation
exceeding $94,450.00 requires amendment of this Contract
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CONSULTING
HOURLY RATE SCHEDULE
Effective January, 2002
OFFICE PERSONNEL
$170.00
Principal (Ken Bell; Gary Miller) 170.00
Project Director 150.00
Structural Engineer 125.00
Project Manager 128.00
Senior Engineer /Planner (Margit Allen; Elizabeth Cobb) 100.00
Corrosion Engineer ' 100.00
Project Engineer/Project Planner (Josh Stone; Jennifer Heaviside) 95.00
Environmental Specialist .00
Design Engineer /Designer /Mapper (CADD) 9852.00
Designer /Planner 82.00
Drafter /Graphic Artist 72.00
Environmental Analyst/Staff Planner 70.00
Assistant Engineer /Planner
FIELD PERSONNEL
$184.00
2- Person Survey Crew 124.00
1- Person Survey Crew 128.00
Field Supervisor
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT PERSONNEL
$135.00
Construction Manager 135.00
Field Superintendent 0.00
Resident Engineer /Project Manager 11 10.00
Senior Construction Inspector 90.00
Assistant Field Superintendent 87.00
Construction Inspector 85.00
• Field Office Engineer 80.00
Construction Technician
COMPUTER & OTHER SERVICE FEES
$45.00
Clerical/Word Processing $45.00
Consultation Relative to Legal Actions 027 /mile
Vehicle Mileage
Note:
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diirect cost will sulltant. servicesttonpro de for the5cost of administration.
Management Fee of
subconsultant consultation and insurance.
PLANNING ■ DEStGN ■ CONSTRUCTION
14725 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92618 -2027 • P.Q. Box 57057, Irvine, CA 92619 -7057 • 949.472.3505 • Fax 949.472.8373
Offices located throughout California, Arizona & Nevada • www.RBF.com
CONSULTANT AGREEMENT
• THIS AGREEMENT, entered into this day of , 2002, by and between
ALAMEDA REUSE AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORI Y (hereinafter referred to as
"ARRA "), and RBF CONSULTING, a California corporation, whose address is 14725 Alton
Parkway, Irvine, CA 92618 -2027, (hereinafter referred to as "Consultant "), is made with reference
to the following:
RECITALS:
A. ARRA is a Joint Powers Authority duly organized and validly existing under the laws
of the State of California with the power to carry on its business as it is now being conducted under
the statutes of the State of California and the Charter of the City.
B. Consultant is specially trained, experienced and competent to perform the special
.services which will be required by this Agreement; and
C. Consultant possess the skill, experience, ability, background, certification and
knowledge to provide the services described in this Agreement on the terms and conditions described
herein.
D. ARRA and Consultant desire to enter into an agreement for services upon the terms
and conditions herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is mutually agreed by and between the undersigned parties as
follows:
1. TERM:
The term of this Agreement shall commence on the I day of Jac 2002, and shall
terminate on the 30th day of June, 2003, unless terminated earlier as set fo herein.
2. SERVICES TO BE PERFORMED:
Consultant shall perform each and every service set forth in Exhibit "A" which is attached
hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
3. COMPENSATION TO CONSULTANT:
Consultant shall be compensated for services performed pursuant to this Agreement in the
amount not to exceed $75,000.00, as set forth in Exhibit "B" which is attached hereto and
incorporated herein by this reference.
4. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE:
Consultant and ARRA agree that time is of the essence regarding the performance of this
Agreement.
5. STANDARD OF CARE:
. Consultant agrees to perform all services hereunder in a manner commensurate with the
prevailing standards of like professionals in the San Francisco Bay Area and agrees that all services
shall be performed by qualified and experienced personnel who are not employed by ARRA nor have
any contractual relationship with City.
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6. INDEPENDENT PARTIES:
ARRA and Consultant intend that the relationship between them created by this Agreement
is that of employer - independent Consultant. The manner and means of conducting the work are
under the control of Consultant, except to the extent they are limited by statute, rule or regulation
and the express terms of this Agreement. No civil service status or other right of employment will
be acquired by virtue of Consultant's services. None of the benefits provided by ARRA to its
employees, including but not limited to unemployment insurance, workers' compensation plans,
vacation and sick leave are available from ARRA to Consultant, its employees or agents.
Deductions shall not be made for any state or federal taxes, FICA payments, PERS payments, or
other purposes normally associated with an employer - employee relationship from any fees due
Consultant. Payments of the above items, if required, are the responsibility of Consultant.
7. IMMIGRATION REFORM AND CONTROL ACT (IRCA):
Consultant assumes any and all responsibility for verifying the identity and employment
authorization of all of its employees performing work hereunder, pursuant to all applicable IRCA
or other federal, or state rules and regulations. Consultant shall indemnify and hold ARRA harmless
from and against any loss, damage, liability, costs or expenses arising from any noncompliance of
this provision. by Consultant.
8. NQN- DISCRIMINATION:
Consistent with ARRA's policy that harassment and discrimination are unacceptable
employer /employee conduct, Consultant agrees that harassment or discrimination directed toward
a job applicant, a ARRA employee, or a citizen by Consultant or Consultant's employee on the basis
of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, handicap, disability, marital status,
pregnancy, sex, age, or sexual orientation will not be tolerated. Consultant agrees that any and all
violations of this provision shall constitute a material breach of this Agreement.
9. HOLD HARMLESS:
Except for loss, damages, liability, claims, suits, costs and expenses whatsoever, including
reasonable attorneys' fees, caused solely by the .negligence of ARRA, the City, its City Council,
boards and commissions, officers and employees, Consultant shall indemnify, defend and hold
harmless ARRA, the City of Alameda, its City Council, boards and commissions, officers and
employees from and against any and all loss, damages, liability, claims, suits, costs and expenses
whatsoever, including reasonable attorneys' fees, regardless of the merits or outcome of any such .
claim or suit arising from or in any manner connected to Consultant's negligent act or omission
regarding performance of services or work conducted or performed pursuant to this Agreement.
Except for loss, damages, liability, claims, suits, costs and expenses whatsoever, including
reasonable attorneys' fees, caused solely by the negligence of ARRA, the City, its City Council,
boards and commissions, officers and employees, Consultant shall indemnify, defend and hold
harmless ARRA, the City of Alameda, its City Council, boards and commissions, officers and
employees from and against any and all loss, damages, liability, claims, suits, costs and expenses
whatsoever, including reasonable attorneys' fees, accruing or resulting to any and all persons, firms
or corporations furnishing or supplying work, services, materials, equipment or supplies arising from
or in any manner connected to the Consultant's negligent act or omission regarding performance of
services or work conducted or performed pursuant to this Agreement.
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10. INSURANCE:
On or before the commencement of the terms of this Agreement, Consultant shall furnish
ARRA with certificates showing the type, amount, class of operations covered, effective dates and
dates of expiration of insurance coverage in compliance with paragraphs 10A, B, C and D. Such
certificates, which do not limit Consultant's indemnification, shall also contain substantially the
following statement: "Should any of the above insurance covered by this certificate be canceled or
coverage reduced before the expiration date thereof, the insurer affording coverage shall provide
thirty (30) days' advance written notice to the ARRA by certified mail, "Attention: Risk Manager."
It is agreed that Consultant shall maintain in force at all times during the performance of this
Agreement all appropriate coverage of insurance required by this Agreement with an insurance
company that is acceptable to ARRA and licensed to do insurance business in the State of California.
Endorsements naming ARRA, the City of Alameda, City Council, its boards and commissions,
officers, as additional insured shall be submitted with the insurance certificates.
A. COVERAGE:
Consultant shall maintain the following insurance coverage:
(1) Workers' Compensation:
Statutory coverage as required by the State of California.
(2) Liability:
Commercial general liability coverage in the following minimum limits:
- Bodily Injury: $500,000 each occurrence
$1,000,000 aggregate - all other
Property Damage: $100,000 each occurrence
$250,000 aggregate
If submitted, combined single limit policy with aggregate limits in the amounts of
$1,000,000 will be considered equivalent to the required minimum limits shown above.
(3) Automotive:
Comprehensive automobile liability coverage in the
following minimum limits:
Bodily injury: $500,000 each occurrence
Property Damage: $100,000 each occurrence
or
Combined Single Limit: $500,000 each occurrence
(4) Professional Liability:
Professional liability insurance which includes coverage for the professional
acts, errors and omissions of Consultant in the amount of at least $1,000,000.
B. SUBROGATION WAIVER:
Consultant agrees that in the event of loss due to any of the perils for which it has agreed to
provide comprehensive general and automotive liability insurance, Consultant shall look solely to
its insurance for recovery. Consultant hereby grants to ARRA, on behalf of any insurer providing
comprehensive general and automotive liability insurance to either Consultant or ARRA with respect
to the services of Consultant herein, a waiver of any right to subrogation which any such insurer of
said Consultant may acquire against ARRA by virtue of the payment of any loss under such
insurance.
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C. FAILURE TO SECURE:
If Consultant at any time during the term hereof should fail to secure or maintain the
foregoing insurance, ARRA shall be permitted to obtain such insurance in the Consultant's name or
as an agent of the Consultant and shall be compensated by the Consultant for the costs of the
insurance premiums at the maximum rate permitted by law and computed from the date written
notice is received that the premiums have not been paid.
D. ADDITIONAL INSURED:
ARRA, the City of Alameda, its City Council, boards and commissions, officers, and
employees shall be named as an additional insured under all insurance coverages, except worker's
compensation insurance. The naming of an additional insured shall not affect any recovery to which
such additional insured would be entitled under this policy if not named as such additional insured.
An additional insured named herein shall not be held liable for any premium, deductible portion of
any loss, or expense of any nature on this policy or any extension thereof. Any other insurance held
by an additional insured shall not be required to contribute anything toward any loss or expense
covered by the insurance provided by this policy.
E. SUFFICIENCY OF INSURANCE:
The insurance limits required by ARRA are not represented as being sufficient to protect
Consultant. Consultant is advised to consult Consultant's insurance broker to determine adequate
coverage for Consultant.
11. CONFLICT OF INTEREST:
Consultant warrants that it is not a conflict of interest for Consultant to perform the services
required by this Agreement. Consultant may be required to fill out a conflict of interest form if the
services provided under this Agreement require Consultant to make certain governmental decisions
or serve in a staff capacity as defined in Title 2, Division 6, Section 18700 of the California Code
of Regulations.
12. PROHIBITION AGAINST TRANSFERS:
Consultant shall not assign, sublease, hypothecate, or transfer this Agreement, or any interest
therein, directly or indirectly, by operation of law or otherwise, without prior written consent of
ARRA. Any attempt to do so without said consent shall be null and void, and any assignee,
sublessee, hypothecate or transferee shall acquire no right or interest by reason of such attempted
assignment, hypothecation or transfer. However, claims for money by Consultant from ARRA under
this Agreement may be assigned to a bank, trust company or other financial institution without prior
written consent. Written notice of such assignment shall be promptly furnished to ARRA by
Consultant.
The sale, assignment, transfer or other disposition of any of the issued and outstanding
capital stock of Consultant, or of the interest of any general partner or joint venturer or syndicate
member or cotenant, if Consultant is a partnership or joint venture or syndicate or cotenancy, which
shall result in changing the control of Consultant, shall be construed as an assignment of this
Agreement. Control means fifty percent (50 %) or more of the voting power of the corporation.
13. SUBCONSULTANT APPROVAL:
Unless prior written consent from ARRA is obtained, only those people and subconsultants
whose names are listed in Consultant's bid shall be used in the performance of this Agreement.
Requests for additional subcontracting shall be submitted in writing, describing the scope of
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work to be subcontracted and the name of the proposed subconsultant. Such request shall set forth
the total price or hourly rates used in preparing estimated costs for the subconsultant's services.
Approval of the subconsultant may, at the option of ARRA, be issued in the form of a Work Order.
In the event that Consultant employs subconsultants, such subconsultants shall be required
to furnish proof of workers' compensation insurance and shall also be required to carry general and
automobile liability insurance in reasonable conformity to the insurance carried by Consultant. In
addition, any work or services subcontracted hereunder shall be subject to each provision of this
Agreement.
14. PERMITS AND LICENSES:
Consultant, at its sole expense, shall obtain and maintain during the term of this Agreement,
all appropriate permits, certificates and licenses, including a City of Alameda Business License, that
may be required in connection with the performance of services hereunder.
15. REPORTS:
Each and every report, draft, work product, map, record and other document reproduced,
prepared or caused to be prepared by Consultant pursuant to or in connection with this Agreement
shall be the exclusive property of ARRA.
No report, information nor other data given to or prepared or assembled by Consultant
pursuant to this Agreement shall be made available to any individual or organization by Consultant
without prior approval by ARRA.
Consultant shall, at such time and in such form as ARRA may require, furnish reports
concerning the status of services required under this Agreement.
16. RECORDS:
Consultant shall maintain complete and accurate records with respect to sales, costs,
expenses, receipts and other such information required by ARRA that relate to the performance of
services under this Agreement.
Consultant shall maintain adequate records of services provided in sufficient detail to permit
an evaluation of services. All such records shall be maintained in accordance with generally
accepted accounting principles and shall be clearly identified and readily accessible. Consultant shall
provide free access to such books and records to the representatives of ARRA or its designees at all
proper times, and gives ARRA the right to examine and audit same, and to make transcripts
therefrom as necessary, and to allow inspection of all work, data, documents, proceedings and
activities related to this Agreement. Such records, together with supporting documents, shall be kept
separate from other documents and records and shall be maintained for a period of three (3) years
after receipt of final payment.
If supplemental examination or audit of the records is necessary due to concerns raised by
ARRA's preliminary examination or audit of records, and ARRA's supplemental examination or
audit of the records discloses a failure to adhere to appropriate internal financial controls, or other
breach of contract or failure to act in good faith, then consultant shall reimburse ARRA for all
reasonable costs and expenses associated with the supplemental examination or audit.
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17. NOTICES:
All notices, demands, requests or approvals to be given under this Agreement shall be given
in writing and conclusively shall be deemed served when delivered personally or on the second
business day after the deposit thereof in the United States Mail, postage prepaid, registered or
certified, addressed as hereinafter provided.
• . 'All notices, demands, requests, or approvals from Consultant to ARRA shall be addressed
to ARRA at:
Alameda Reuse and Redevelopment Authority
Alameda Point
950 West Mall Square, 2"d Floor
Alameda, CA 94501
ATTN: Doug Yount ,
All notices, demands, requests, or approvals from ARRA to Consultant shall be addressed
to Consultant at:
RBF Consulting
P.O. Box 57057
Irvine, CA 92619 -7057
ATTN: Ken Bell
18. TERMINATION:
In the event Consultant fails or refuses to perform any of the provisions hereof at the time
and in the manner required hereunder, Consultant shall be deemed in default in the performance of
this Agreement. If such default is not cured within a period of two (2) days after receipt by
Consultant from ARRA of written notice of default, specifying the nature of such default and the
steps necessary to cure such default, ARRA may terminate the Agreement forthwith by giving to the
Consultant written notice thereof.
ARRA shall have the option, at its sole discretion and without cause, of terminating this
Agreement by giving seven (7) days' prior written notice to Consultant as provided herein. Upon
termination of this Agreement, each party shall pay to the other party that portion of compensation
specified in this Agreement that is earned and unpaid prior to the effective date of termination.
19. COMPLIANCE WITH MARSH CRUST ORDINANCE:
Contractor shall perform all excavation work in compliance with the City's Marsh Crust
Ordinance as set forth at Section 13 -56 of the Municipal Code. Prior to performing any excavation
work; Contractor shall verify with the Building Official whether the excavation work is subject to
the Marsh Crust Ordinance. Contractor shall apply for and obtain permits from Building Services
on projects deemed to be subject to the Marsh Crust Ordinance.
20. COST OF LITIGATION:
If any legal action is necessary to enforce any provision hereof or for damages by reason of
an alleged breach of any provisions of this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to
receive from the losing party all costs and expenses in such amount as the Court may adjudge to be
reasonable, including attorneys' fees.
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21. COMPLIANCES:
Consultant shall comply with all laws, state or federal and all ordinances, rules and
regulations enacted or issued by ARRA.
22. CONFLICT OF LAW:
This Agreement shall be interpreted under, and enforced by the laws of the State of
California excepting any choice of law rules which may direct the application of laws of another
jurisdiction. The Agreement and obligations of the parties are subject to all valid laws, orders, rules,
and regulations of the authorities having jurisdiction over this Agreement (or the successors of those
authorities.)
Any suits brought pursuant to this Agreement shall be filed with the courts of the County of
Alameda, State of California.
23. ADVERTISEMENT:
Consultant shall not post, exhibit, display or allow to be posted, exhibited, displayed any
signs, advertising, show bills, lithographs, posters or cards of any kind pertaining to the services
performed under this Agreement unless prior written approval has been secured from ARRA to do
otherwise.
24. WAIVER:
A waiver by ARRA of any breach of any term, covenant, or condition contained herein, shall
not be deemed to be a waiver of any subsequent breach of the same or any other term, covenant, or
condition contained herein, whether of the same or a different character.
25. INTEGRATED CONTRACT:
This Agreement represents the full and complete understanding of every kind or nature
whatsoever between the parties hereto, and all preliminary negotiations and agreements of
whatsoever kind or nature are merged herein. No verbal agreement or implied covenant shall be held
to vary the provisions hereof. Any modification of this Agreement will be effective only by written
execution signed by both ARRA and Consultant.
26. INSERTED PROVISIONS:
Each provision and clause required by law to be inserted into the Agreement shall be deemed
to be enacted herein, and the Agreement shall be read and enforced as though each were included
herein. If through mistake or otherwise, any such provision is not inserted or is not correctly
inserted, the Agreement shall be amended to make such insertion on application by either party.
27. CAPTIONS:
The captions in this Agreement are for convenience only, are not a part of the Agreement and
in no way affect, limit or amplify the terms or provisions of this Agreement.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused the Agreement to be executed on the day
and year first above written.
RBF CONSULTING
By: NO-i- c_ \\
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By: C.tr r.01 s.
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ALAMEDA REUS
REDEVELOP T AUTHORITY
s M. Flint
Manager
RECOM NDE 0 :f APPROVAL:
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Doug Yount
Acting Development Services Director
Deputy City Manager, AP Negotiations
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Teresa Highsmith V _
Assistant City Attorney
Exhibit "A"
SERVICES TO BE PERFORMED
Consultant will provide professional consulting services relative to the Alameda Point Reuse
Project. Consultant will assist City staff in formalizing the conceptual plan and infrastructure
requirements pursuant to that plan. Basic tasks will include, but are not limited to, reviewing
infrastructure /development schemes, analyzing infrastructure and related cost estimates,
providing cost estimates as requested, attending meetings and providing technical advice
regarding planning and infrastructure issues related to Alameda Point and the submittals received
from APCP. Consultant will also serve as a member of the Entitlements Working Group.
PBF
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CONSULTING
HOURLY RATE SCHEDULE
Effective January, 2002
OFFICE PERSONNEL
Principal (Ken Bell; Gary Miller) $170.00
Project Director 150.00
Structural Engineer 135.00
Project Manager 128.00
Senior Engineer /Planner (Margit Allen; Elizabeth Cobb) 120.00
Corrosion Engineer 100.00
Project Engineer /Project Planner (Josh Stone; Jennifer Heaviside) 100.00
Environmental Specialist 95.00
Design Engineer /Designer /Mapper (CADD) 92.00
Designer /Planner 80.00
Drafter /Graphic Artist 72.00
Environmental Analyst/Staff Planner 70.00
Assistant Engineer /Planner 62.00
FIELD PERSONNEL
2- Person Survey Crew $184.00
1- Person Survey Crew 128.00
Field Supervisor 116.00
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT PERSONNEL
Construction Manager $135.00
Field Superintendent 110.00
Resident Engineer /Project Manager 110.00
Senior Construction Inspector 90.00
Assistant Field Superintendent 87.00
Construction Inspector 85.00
Field Office Engineer 80.00
Construction Technician 66.00
COMPUTER & OTHER SERVICE FEES
Clerical/Word Processing $45.00
Consultation Relative to Legal Actions 270.00
Vehicle Mileage 0.40 /mile
Note:
Blueprinting, reproduction, messenger service and other direct expenses will be charged as an additional cost plus 15 %. A Subconsultant
Management Fee of fifteen- percent (15 %) will be added to the direct cost of all subconsultant services to provide for the cost of administration,
subconsultant consultation and insurance.
PLANNING ■ DESIGN • CONSTRUCTION
14725 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92618 -2027 • P.O. Box 57057, Irvine, CA 92619 -7057 • 949.472.3505 • Fax 949.472.8373
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