Development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan

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1 P R O P O S A L FO R T H E Cuyama Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency Development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

2 September 5, 2017 Matt Young Santa Barbara County Water Agency 130 E. Victoria Street, Suite 200 Santa Barbara, CA Subject: Proposal, Consulting Services for Development of Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) Dear Mr. Young: The Cuyama Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency (GSA) is seeking assistance in developing a Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) for the Cuyama Valley Groundwater Basin. As shown in our SOQ submitted at the end of July, RMC is well-suited to assist the Cuyama Basin GSA, applying our team s expertise in Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) compliance, groundwater modeling and basin condition assessment, sustainable groundwater management planning, public outreach and facilitation of multi-agency processes, successful acquisition and management of grant funding, groundwater supply augmentation, economic impacts analysis, and agricultural water use. The process for GSP approval is expected to be straightforward the requirements are clear and substantial compliance provides flexibility. However, the process for meeting the requirements and the approach to developing a plan that will provide greatest value to the Cuyama Basin GSA requires solid local understanding and involvement of key local stakeholders. The RMC team s approach for developing a GSP for the Cuyama Basin features transparent stakeholder outreach, clear communication, and an organized method for receiving input on a robust technical program. We will: Review, enhance, and apply the USGS CUVHM model Develop practical, realistic solutions Facilitate transparent stakeholder outreach Provide effective scope, schedule, and budget management Develop a cost-effective GSP Implementation Plan Our proposal includes details about how we will achieve these priorities and produce a fully compliant GSP by January 31, Thank you for the opportunity to submit our proposal. If you have any questions, please contact me on my cell at (925) , or at (925) , or by at lmelton@woodardcurran.com. Sincerely, Lyndel Melton, P.E. D.WRE Project Manager and Principal-in-Charge 2175 North California Boulevard, Suite 315 Walnut Creek, CA rmcwater.com

3 Section One Project Team Information Proposal for the Cuyama Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency Development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan 1. Project Team Information 1

4 1 Section One Project Team Information As shown in our proposed organization chart, we have created a comprehensive team of experts with the specific experience required for preparing a GSP for the Cuyama Valley Groundwater Basin. Our proposed project manager, Lyndel Melton, will be supported by a team of experienced multi-agency water resource planners, funding experts, modelers, public outreach specialists, and groundwater specialists. Summaries of our proposed key team members are included in this section. Detailed resumes are in the appendix. Leslie Dumas, p.e., d.wre Ali Taghavi, ph.d., p.e. Technical Advisor Cuyama Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency Lyndel Melton, p.e., d.wre Principal-in-Charge / Project Manager 1. GSI Water Solutions 2. Davids Engineering 3. ERA Economics 4. Catalyst John Ayres, p.g., c.hg Sustainability Analysis Rob Morrow, p.e. Alternatives Analyses Brian Van Lienden, p.e. GSP Preparation Frank Qian, p.e. Integrated Model Jeff Barry 1 Geohydrology Bryan Thoreson, Ph.D., P.E. 2 Irrigation Practices Subconsultants Enrique Lopezcalva Decision Support Duncan MacEwan, Ph.D. 3 Economic Analyses Dawn Flores Data Management Charles Gardiner 4 Decision Facilitation Lindsey Wilcox Funding Options As listed below, we have included four subconsultants to round out our team with experts in local geohydrology, irrigation practices, economics, and decision facilitation. RMC has successfully worked with each of these companies on previous projects. The estimated percentage of overall effort projected for each subconsultant is also indicated. GSI Water Solutions will support geohydrology activities related to GSP preparation. The company s SGMA experts will support the team in evaluating the complexities of water in the subsurface, developing water budgets that can achieve sustainability, identifying undesirable results of continued pumping, and identifying and implementing solutions to achieve sustainability goals. (Estimated percentage of effort: 3.7%) Davids Engineering will apply its 24-year history in agricultural water management in California, supporting our team with analysis related to historic and existing/projected irrigation practices and associated water demands and for input into the historic and projected water budgets. (Estimated percentage of effort: 1.8%) ERA Economics will support economic analysis activities. ERA specializes in quantitative analysis and mathematical model development for project development policy ERA specializes in agricultural and environmental economics, and applies economic principals and econometrics to comprehensive data, using the most current modeling methods and software. (Estimated percentage of effort: 3.5%) Proposal for the Cuyama Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency Development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan 1

5 RMC, a Woodard & Curran Company >> Project Team Information Catalyst (Charles Gardiner) will support decision facilitation activities, helping to make sure the GSP incorporates a solid local understanding, involves key local stakeholders, and achieves consensus. With 30 years of experience, Charles Gardiner is a trained expert in multi-agency coordination, conflict mediation, and public decision-making techniques. (Estimated percentage of effort: 5%) Key Team Leaders Lyndel Melton, P.E., D.WRE Project Manager and Principal-in-Charge With 41 years of experience, Lyndel has devoted much of his career to overseeing complex water supply planning projects and major capital programs, including grant funding, strategic planning, integrated regional water management planning, and groundwater management. Lyndel is particularly adept at navigating the intersection of agricultural, urban, and environmental objectives. Relevant Experience Groundwater Recharge for East Valley Water District Managed feasibility study of groundwater recharge of recycled water that included regulatory and site selection analyses for groundwater recharge facilities, an economic evaluation for the highest-ranking project alternatives, and recommending implementation strategies. SGMA Program Guide for San Luis & Delta-Mendota Water Authority Principal-in-charge for development of a strategic plan for preparation of a GSPs for the San Luis & Delta-Mendota subbasin. DWR s Strategic Plan for the Future of IRWM in California Principal in charge/program advisor for Development of a Strategic Plan for future investments and actions necessary to continue the State s efforts to ensure water resource management. North Valley Regional Recycled Water Program (NVRRWP) Managed planning and permitting of a $100-million program to deliver recycled water from the cities of Modesto and Turlock to agricultural customers, irrigating approximately 40,000 acres of prime agricultural land. Tulare Lake Storage and Floodwater Protection Project Managed preparation of the Draft EIR for a new 120,000 AFY project designed to capture Kings River flood flows for diversion into storage and delivery to the Semitropic Water Storage District for its groundwater banking program. Lyndel [has] consistently demonstrated superior organizational and project management skills throughout this project [His] knowledge of the subject matter and ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholder groups is unsurpassed. Anthea Hansen, General Manager Del Puerto Water District 2 Proposal for the Cuyama Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency

6 RMC, a Woodard & Curran Company >> Project Team Information John Ayres, PG, CHG Sustainability Analysis John has 14 years of experiencing developing policies for protecting groundwater resources and 11 years of experience working with stakeholder groups and performing public outreach. He is a specialist in SGMA, including policy planning and compliance, regional water resources planning, hydrogeology, groundwater wells, and facilitation and outreach. Relevant Experience SGMA Support for Kern Groundwater Authority Supports SGMA compliance, including coordination of component white papers, evapotranspiration data processing, and Groundwater Sustainability outline. SGMA Best Management Practices for California Department of Water Resources Supported DWR s creation of SGMA Best Management Practices. SGMA Readiness Project for Merced County Supporting SGMA readiness activities, including grant administration, groundwater data collection and monitoring plan development, field data collection, groundwater model update, and GSA support. GSA Formation for the Santa Ynez River Water Conservation District Supported formation of the GSA for the Santa Ynez River Valley Groundwater Basin. Rob Morrow, P.E. Alternatives Analysis Rob s 17 years of experience centers on water resources projects. He has led recycled water master plans and integrated water resources planning projects throughout California that analyzed water supply and demand portfolios comprised of imported water supplies, surface water, groundwater, stormwater, rainwater, graywater, groundwater banking and in-lieu recharge. He is experienced with financial revenue and grant funding strategy and application preparation. Relevant Experience Groundwater Basins Master Plan for the Water Replenishment District of Southern California Project engineer for the development of a long-term plan for the Central and West Coast Groundwater Basins of southern Los Angeles County that identified and evaluated alternatives for meeting anticipated future groundwater demands. Water Environment & Reuse Foundation (WE&RF), White Paper on Groundwater Replenishment with Recycled Water on Agricultural Lands Managing development of a white paper that explores potential issues associated with implementation of Agriculture- Groundwater Recharge-Recycled Water approaches and potential solutions, best practices, and research to address these issues. Recycled Water System Preliminary Design, City of Paso Robles Managing preliminary design of a recycled water distribution to deliver approximately 400 AFY of recycled water for landscape irrigation and approximately 1,000 AFY for vineyards irrigation. Has met with top potential landscape irrigation and agricultural irrigation customers to solicit design input and discuss specific water quality needs. 3 Proposal for the Cuyama Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency

7 RMC, a Woodard & Curran Company >> Project Team Information Brian Van Lienden, P.E. GSP Preparation Brian has 17 years of experience in water resources planning and management, specializing in formulating and analyzing the results of modeling studies involving surface water and groundwater operations, climate change, ecological resources, flood management, economics, hydropower and water quality. Relevant Experience Sacramento-San Joaquin Basins Study, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation Managed planning and technical tasks and coordination among stakeholders to assess the effects of future climate change and of potential adaptation strategies in the Central Valley water management system. Groundwater Recovery Feasibility Study for March Airforce Reserve Base (MARB) Currently working on Eastern Municipal Water District s groundwater recovery feasibility study for MARB. Water Management Strategy Evaluation Framework, CALFED Bay-Delta Authority Assisted in model documentation and analysis and interpretation of results for a comprehensive statewide evaluation incorporating surface water system operations, Delta water quality and agricultural and urban economics. Leslie Dumas, P.E., D.WRE Technical Advisor Leslie has spent her 30-year career providing expertise in hydrogeologic, hydrologic, environmental, and scientific consultation for planning projects throughout California. She has managed a wide variety of projects, including water resources and stormwater planning, groundwater investigations, modeling, and environmental permitting projects. Leslie keeps apprised of SGMA regulations development, has regular communication with DWR and SWRCB staff supporting SGMA implementation at the state level, and has published SGMA guidance documents that are being distributed by DWR and the Water Education Foundation. Relevant Experience Oceanside Groundwater Management Support Provided guidance and document development in support of compliance with SGMA, prepared a Basin Boundary Modification Request package on behalf of the lower basin members, assisted with GSA formation and governance structures, and reviewed the CASGEM monitoring program for the basin. San Luis & Delta-Mendota Water Authority SGMA Program Guide Led the project team that prepared a program guide for compliance with SGMA on behalf of multiple GSAs in the subbasin. The program guide focused on initial activities required for preparation of a GSP; data collection and management options; modeling alternatives; and GSP preparation, scheduling and cost. Turlock Groundwater Basin Association SGMA Planning Document Supporting a larger team preparing a planning document for development of a GSP in the Turlock Groundwater Subbasin. Leslie s team is tasked with identifying a data management system for data collection, analysis and management; outlining modeling requirement for development of a basin-wide water budget; and preparing a Sustainable Groundwater Planning grant application. 4 Proposal for the Cuyama Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency

8 RMC, a Woodard & Curran Company >> Project Team Information Ali Taghavi, Ph.D., P.E. Technical Advisor Dr. Taghavi has 30 years of experience developing and applying integrated hydrologic and water resources models; data management systems; and models for collaborative policy making, conflict resolution, conjunctive water management and sustainable groundwater management planning, and water budget analysis. Relevant Experience Groundwater Sustainability Evaluation, California Water Foundation Directed a pilot study aimed at evaluating the state of the Kings groundwater basin under a sustainable hydrologic and economic condition. The study results assist in developing guidelines for valley wide and statewide groundwater sustainability. San Jacinto Groundwater Basin Model Update, Eastern Municipal Water District Managed update and re-calibration of the MODFLOW-based numerical model and developed a baseline condition scenario and performed simulations for several water management scenarios to evaluate the impacts on the groundwater system. Merced Groundwater Basin Integrated Water Resources Model, Merced Area Groundwater Pool Interest Managed development and calibration of a comprehensive water resources model, based on the Integrated Water Flow Model (IWFM) platform, to be used to support implementation of SGMA. Specialized Support Frank Qian, P.E. Integrated Modeling Frank s work focuses on water resources engineering and hydrologic modeling. He has worked on water resources models and software such as a IWFM, MODFLOW, macro-scale hydrologic model (VIC) and the integrated surface water and groundwater model (SacIWRM). He conducted data analysis and calibrated and processed model results for the Kern Water Bank groundwater modeling effort. Frank analyzed land use and crop data, evapotranspiration rates, and irrigation parameters data and developed revised water budgets by groundwater basin for the Tulare Lake Hydrologic Region (HR) Water Budget Pilot Study. Jeff Barry Geohydrology (GSI Water Solutions) Jeff has 33 years of experience conducting groundwater resource development projects and groundwater management programs in California and the Pacific Northwest. He brings substantial expertise in aquifer characterization, production well design and rehabilitation, Ali and his team were key in the review and ranking of groundwater plans to prepare a very useful report the RMC team has been responsive, easy to work with, and the end products have been strong technical documents. Kate Williams, California Water Foundation Under contract with DWR, RMC is undertaking an analysis of the available water budget information for the Central Coast Hydrologic Region, a region that includes the Cuyama Valley. That work provides us an understanding of the CUVHM and areas of potential improvement that are necessary to ensure the model is calibrated to the level required to effectively evaluate sustainability and to meet DWR s requirements for adequacy under the SGMA. groundwater monitoring, groundwater/surface Development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan water interaction assessment, SGMA compliance, and aquifer storage and recovery (ASR). Jeff was a member of a team that prepared groundwater sustainability plans for four basins in Ventura County that included developing water budgets, sustainable yield balancing key objectives, and working with basin stakeholders. 5 Proposal for the Cuyama Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency

9 RMC, a Woodard & Curran Company >> Project Team Information Bryan Thoreson, Ph.D., P.E. Irrigation Practices (Davids Engineering) Dr. Thoreson has more than 20 years of experience in water resources and irrigation. He specializes in water flow measurement and uncertainty analyses and data management, including database development for water balances, water rights analysis, crop water use, land use analysis, and reservoir operations. He has managed agricultural water demand determinations and developed water budgets for more than a dozen California irrigation and water districts. Enrique Lopezcalva Decision Support Enrique has 19 years of experience in water resources systems analysis and planning; systems modeling and decision support; climate change adaptation; probability and risk analysis. He has worked both in the U.S. and internationally on integrated planning and supply reliability projects and has served in leadership positions for regional and national committees of the American Water Works Association and the International Water Association. Enrique is an expert in development of systems models and decision support tools and in designing and managing decision making processes in complex, multi-stakeholder, projects. Duncan MacEwan, Ph.D. Economic Analyses (ERA Economics) Dr. MacEwan is a recognized expert in the economics of water and irrigated agriculture and in the use of mathematical modeling and statistics to assess the impacts of water resource policies on agricultural production. He has recently managed projects on several local economic feasibility studies, regulatory impact analyses, benefit-cost analyses, and EIR/S support for Sites Reservoir, Kern River, and other state and federal water storage projects. Dawn Flores Data Management Dawn is skilled in the advanced application of GIS, including spatial analysis, geodatabases, spatial statistics, and terrain analysis. She is experienced in water resources planning, water quality evaluation, climate change evaluation, advanced data analysis, water resources modeling, and cartography. Dawn s modeling experience includes the use of Water Evaluation and Planning System and Watershed Analysis Risk Management Framework, geodatabases, spatial statistics, and terrain analysis. Dawn was a project planner for the Santa Barbara County Long-Term Supplemental Water Supply Alternatives Report. Charles Gardiner Facilitation Support (Catalyst) Charles has 30 years of experience in program management, communications strategies, stakeholder facilitation, and team and organizational capacity building for water resources projects. He has developed public engagement strategies and coordinated public information and education programs, community outreach and promotional projects, and social marketing and behavior change programs. Charles is trained in conflict mediation, facilitation, and public decision-making techniques. He facilitates multi-agency coordination, public meetings, stakeholder workshops, advisory committees, and independent review processes. Lindsey Wilcox Funding Options Lindsey specializes in water resource planning and funding support. She has prepared over a dozen planning and implementation grant applications through DWR s IRWM Program, securing over $50 million in funding for plan development and project implementation. Lindsey has also prepared and led development of 16 Drinking Water and Clean Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF and CWSRF) planning and construction applications. 6 Proposal for the Cuyama Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency

10 2 Section Two Project Approach and Schedule 2. Project Approach and Schedule Proposal for the Cuyama Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency Development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan

11 2 Section Two Project Approach and Schedule Background The Cuyama Basin has been identified by DWR as a medium priority basin in critical overdraft, requiring development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) and submittal to DWR by January 31, The GSP must meet the requirements of the Groundwater Sustainability Plan Emergency Regulations adopted by the California Water Commission in May In response, the new Cuyama Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency (Cuyama Basin GSA) has been formed, consisting of the recently established Cuyama Basin Water District, the Cuyama Community Services District, and the four counties. Additionally, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) has developed a basin model, the Cuyama Valley Hydrologic Model (CUVHM), which is a MODFLOW-OWHM based model that can be used to assist in the evaluation of the Cuyama Basin and evaluation of management strategies. The existing CUVHM has been reviewed by RMC through our work with DWR, providing us a head start in evaluating the effectiveness and appropriateness of the existing model. Under contract with DWR, RMC has completed an analysis of the available water budget information for the Central Coast Hydrologic Region, a region that includes the Cuyama Valley. That work provides us with an understanding of the CUVHM and areas of potential improvement that are necessary to ensure the model is calibrated to the level required to meet DWR s requirements for adequacy under the SGMA. Included in our work for DWR is a reconciliation of the differences in local models, including the CUVHM, and data provided in Bulletin 118. The Cuyama Basin aquifer includes three sub-basins: The Main Zone, Sierra Madre Foothills, and Ventucopa Uplands, which are separated by faults and, therefore, have minimal groundwater flow between them. Analysis of the CUVHM water budget shows that the Cuyama Valley basin is entirely dependent on local recharge and has experienced historical overdraft. The overall groundwater balance shows an average annual depletion of groundwater storage of approximately 33,000 AF between 2002 and Long term, there has been about 2.1 million AF of overdraft during the period of These net depletions have historically occurred primarily in the Main Zone, with the Sierra Madre and Ventucopa Uplands basins in approximately balanced conditions. This understanding allows us to provide the Cuyama Basin GSA a head start in understanding and enhancing the CUVHM for use in developing the GSP. Proposal for the Cuyama Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency Development of Groundwater Sustainability Plan 8

12 RMC, a Woodard & Curran Company >> Project Approach and Schedule Approach Key Issues and Priorities The key to developing an effective GSP will be to develop a plan that reflects the Cuyama Valley s water supply needs and real world priorities while meeting DWR s requirements. DWR has recently undergone a significant leadership shift, from the Director level down through several key positions in the SGMA group. With this changeover, has come a shift in policy direction, whereby DWR is seeking the SGMA program to be a ground-up program led by local entities. The local GSAs will articulate their needs and challenges and the most effective local strategies to overcome these challenges. The process for GSP approval is expected to be straightforward the requirements are clear and substantial compliance provides flexibility. However, the process for meeting the requirements and the approach to developing a plan that will provide the greatest value to the GSAs requires solid local understanding and involvement of key local stakeholders. Our approach to developing a GSP for the Cuyama Basin features transparent stakeholder outreach to communicate clearly and receive input on a robust technical program that develops a fully compliant GSP by January 31, Our team s understanding of the key issues (potential risks) and our approach for addressing them is presented below. The USGS Model (CUVHM) needs to meet SGMA analysis requirements. Balancing the Water Budget will require creative and cost-effective solutions. A wide variety of stakeholders in the Cuyama Basin will need to come to consensus on key GSP components. Review, Enhance, and Apply the USGS Model (CUVHM). The existing USGS model will require updating before it can be used for SGMA compliant analysis. We will leverage our expertise and experience with the CUVHM model and other integrated groundwater surface water models to make sure the model meets SGMA s hydrogeologic conceptual model and water budget requirements, provides coverage of the entire basin, and supports robust and defensible analysis of management actions and projects. Develop Practical, Realistic Solutions. The Cuyama Basin s coastal range location and distance from existing water conveyance structures will require creative solutions that are also economically viable for water users. Our approach to developing projects and actions to achieve sustainability within the Basin will account for changes in water supplies and potential economic benefits to identify the most cost-effective set of solutions for the Cuyama Basin. Facilitate Transparent Stakeholder Outreach. We will facilitate a robust outreach process to keep stakeholders informed and engaged during GSP development. Team member Charles Gardiner will apply his expertise in multi-agency coordination, conflict mediation, and public decision-making techniques for water resource projects. The GSP must be completed and submitted by January 31, Provide Effective Scope, Schedule, and Budget Management. Our project manager, Lyndel Melton, has a 40-year history bringing California water resource projects in on time and within budget. He will be supported by strong task managers and proven project management tools, and will coordinate regularly with the team to make sure the GSP development schedule is met within your budget. Implementation costs must be economically viable. Develop Cost Effective GSP Implementation. We will develop analysis tools and interfaces during GSP development, choosing streamlined ways to perform GSP implementation activities to reduce GSA staff time needed. We will recommend physical projects that are cost effective to implement, and will identify potential grant and low interest loan opportunities to help make implementation more affordable. 9 Proposal for the Cuyama Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency

13 RMC, a Woodard & Curran Company >> Project Approach and Schedule The discussion below provides details on our proposed approach for key tasks to develop the GSP. A proposed Scope of Work is included at the end of this section. Stakeholder Engagement Strategy One of the most critical elements for success is an effective, transparent stakeholder process. Our stakeholder engagement approach starts with creating a compelling narrative about the need for the GSP and the benefits the GSP will have for the residents, agricultural, and other Cuyama Valley interests. We will establish an open and transparent communication process that will lead to a portfolio of projects and management actions for achieving sustainability. We will listen carefully to basin stakeholders, ensure a common baseline of understanding to facilitate decision-making, and help the Cuyama Basin GSA be responsive to community needs and stakeholder concerns. Organizing the communication program will include: Key Program Messaging Develop consistent messaging about the status of the groundwater basin, the need for the GSP, roles, and opportunities for input. Informational Material Develop a suite of materials that can be used to inform stakeholders and the community about the basin status, GSP process and outcomes. Our proposed project manager, Lyndel Melton, has extensive outreach and communications experience, and will help the GSAs in communicating the project, its goals, and benefits. GSA Support Provide updated presentation materials that can be used by the two local water agencies, the Cuyama Basin GSA, and the Counties, and provide presentation support, as requested. Media Relations Identify and brief reporters/editors early on to inform about the GSP requirements, process, and outcomes. Public Participation SGMA regulations require a public engagement process, and we will develop a plan for engaging the public at appropriate times to seek input and ensure openness and transparency. Electronic Communications We propose creating a new web page for the Cuyama Basin GSA, with links to GSA member websites, to provide greater opportunity for open dialogue and communication. Data Management Through our experience working with many GSAs throughout the state and the multiple local agencies that comprise them, we know that existing data is stored in a variety formats including spreadsheets, water accounting software, and robust data management systems. Moving forward, any of these methods would be acceptable, but a central clearinghouse needs to exist to display and disseminate the information to interested parties, as well as simplify annual reporting requirements. Creating a dedicated web page provides the opportunity to enhance openness and transparency. Development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan 10

14 RMC, a Woodard & Curran Company >> Project Approach and Schedule Recommendations and options will be developed and presented to the Cuyuma Basin GSA Board of Directors and stakeholders. We will look for consideration of cost, ease of use, and how simply methods will interact with current data management efforts within the Basin. Recommended options could include: A custom system tailored to the needs of the Cuyuma Basin GSA An expansion of one of the existing systems A coordinated system that meets the needs of all agencies within the Cuyuma Basin GSA RMC s HydroDMS is but one option that could be considered for consolidating the multiple data systems currently used by the agencies in the Cuyuma Basin GSA. One option is HydroDMS, a web-based data management system developed by RMC and used by some agencies in the adjoining groundwater basins. HydroDMS can be fully integrated with DWR s data management systems. Development of a Basin Model and Water Budget We understand the limited time available to the Cuyama Basin GSA to develop the GSP; therefore, our approach to the development of a basin model and water budget takes advantage of existing information and makes necessary enhancements/updates in a cost-effective and timely manner. As previously stated, and as a part of a larger task, we have provided DWR a review of the Cuyama Valley Hydrologic Model (CUVHM). The CUVHM is based on the MODFLOW-OWHM platform and covers most of the Cuyama Valley with an active model area of 164 square miles on a finite difference grid consisting of 135 rows, 300 columns, and three aquifer layers. The model is calibrated for the 1950 to 2010 period. The average annual urban demands are estimated to be less than 50 acre-feet (AF) per year before 1982 and approximately 180 AF per year from The estimated average annual agricultural demands for that period is 65,000 AF. We will apply our prior experience with the CUVHM to promptly evaluate if the model can: Provide a consistent and defensible hydrogeologic conceptual model (HCM) pursuant to the GSP Regulations Fulfill the requirements for quantifying the current, historical, and future water budget components, including the sustainable yield, as identified in the GSP Regulations Support the technical analysis of the management actions and projects in achieving the sustainability goal without causing undesirable results Any gaps beyond those already identified will be filled by enhancing the CUVHM in a cost-effective manner, based on our extensive Our Water Budget Pilot Study work for DWR provides an understanding of the CUVHM. 11 Proposal for the Cuyama Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency

15 RMC, a Woodard & Curran Company >> Project Approach and Schedule experience with DWR and numerous local agencies in developing the comprehensive water budget framework and detailed water budget for hundreds of groundwater basins in the state over the past three decades. We will collect needed data and conduct a rapid analysis to enhance the CUVHM using our MODFLOW expertise. For example, in 2015, we similarly enhanced and recalibrated an existing MODFLOW model in the Kern groundwater subbasin that was used to revise an EIR in the successful defense of a lawsuit involving the Monterey Agreement and the Kern Water Bank. Our approach will also mitigate the associated risks in model development and water budget analysis. For example, our work with DWR establishing a common water budget vocabulary, allows us to readily eliminate an early risk factor arising from the use of inconsistent water budget terms. Establishment of Basin Sustainability Criteria Basin sustainability criteria consist of three major components: Sustainability goal Identification of undesirable results criteria Selection of thresholds for monitoring levels that indicate when undesirable results are not occurring Sustainability Goal The sustainability goal is an overarching target that guides the description of undesirable results for the six sustainability indicators: groundwater levels, storage, and quality, seawater intrusion, subsidence, and surface water and groundwater interaction. In support of the sustainability goal, the GSP will need to prepare a description of which undesirable results apply to the Cuyama Basin and what the undesirable results are for each of the applicable sustainability indicators. This includes potential effects of undesirable results on the beneficial uses and users of groundwater, land uses and property interests, and other areas. Undesirable Results The Cuyama Valley Hydrologic Model (CUVHM) developed by the USGS does not cover the entire basin, and may need to be expanded to serve as an effective tool. To develop the undesirable results narrative, we will carefully describe each result in a way that allows it to be effectively used to justify the appropriate related thresholds that will be used with monitoring to detect the undesirable results. Thresholds The criteria used to detect potential undesirable results in monitoring are documented using three thresholds: Minimum Threshold Monitoring results that are past this point indicates that an undesirable result is occurring. Development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan 12

16 RMC, a Woodard & Curran Company >> Project Approach and Schedule Measurable Objective This threshold is the point in monitoring results that is above the minimum threshold that allows for a margin of operational flexibility, i.e. a buffer between the objective and undesirable results. The margin of operational flexibility can be used during drought periods for example, to provide more supply in times of need without causing undesirable results. Interim Milestones Interim milestones will be developed for each relevant sustainability indicator and a reasonable path will be identified to achieve interim and final milestones at 5, 10, 15, and 20 years using the measurable objectives for each sustainability indicator. We will work with the Cuyama Basin and its stakeholders to develop appropriate sustainability measures for the Cuyama Basin. The methodology used to develop and describe each of these thresholds will also describe how the thresholds relate to the prevention of undesirable results. Thresholds require scientific based methodologies to develop and will be driven by technical information and stakeholder input. Also, input will be based thresholds with consideration of potential management areas and representative monitoring. Our approach will bring these issues forward together, so that stakeholders do not have to speculate on what potential management zone definitions may mean when it comes time to define thresholds. Development of Projects and Actions to Achieve Sustainability Goals The GSP will describe projects and management actions that will help achieve the sustainability goal. For each project and management action, the expected benefit will be described along with how each benefit will be evaluated and accomplished. In addition, each action will be outlined in terms of circumstances for implementation, public noticing, overdraft, permitting and regulatory process, legal authority required, cost estimate, management of groundwater extraction and recharge, time-table for initiation and completion, and the accrual of expected benefits. Define the Problem Develop Criteria for Evaluation Identify Projects and Management Actions Screen Projects and Management Actions Project Identification and Prioritization Process Implement Adaptive Management Evaluate Options Secure Funding Monitoring Implement Projects and Management Actions 13 Proposal for the Cuyama Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency

17 RMC, a Woodard & Curran Company >> Project Approach and Schedule We propose to tailor the approach to analyzing projects and management actions that we have developed through our work with other entities undertaking SGMA compliance. This approach will use the CUVHM to estimate the Basin water budget. The water budget will be used to evaluate the impacts on the groundwater Basin and undesirable results of future projects and management actions aimed at achieving sustainability in 20 years. We will develop a streamlined protocol for modifying the model input files to capture the project definitions in the model and for processing the model output to meaningful and easy-to-understand comparative graphics for stakeholders and decision makers. There are several potential options that could help to achieve sustainability, including: Demand management (potentially including rotational fallowing or land retirement) Upstream capture of Twitchell Reservoir spills Improved wet season recharge capabilities Groundwater banking of exchanged surface water supplies Regional water exchanges involving SWP water and Twitchell Reservoir surface water supplies Water exchanges between sub-basins Purchase of new supplies with development of a new 30-mile pipeline Reuse of water from ongoing industrial/oil and gas operations These and other potential options will be evaluated using an integrated approach that accounts for changes in water supplies and potential economic benefits to identify the most cost-effective set of solutions. Our team partner ERA Economics specializes in quantitative economic analyses of agricultural water supply and demand management actions. They will provide valuable input into the selection of the most appropriate suite of management strategies and project scenarios. GSP Document Preparation Our project team is comprised of the experts needed to prepare and deliver a GSP document by January 31, 2020 that meets all the requirements of the Groundwater Sustainability Plan Emergency Regulations adopted by the State Water Commission. The first step will be to develop a GSP document outline that includes all the required sections. A draft GSP outline will be developed and then revised in coordination with the GSA management team to develop a final outline. Groundwater Sustainability Plan Outline I. Introduction II. Plan Area and Basin Setting III. Sustainable Management Criteria IV. Projects and Management Actions to Achieve Sustainability Goal V. Plan Implementation Administrative Drafts of the GSP and supporting appendices will be developed. Each of these will be reviewed by agency staff and stakeholders involved in the GSP development process. A Public Draft will then be developed, which will be circulated for public review and comment. A final version that has been updated in response to public comments will then be developed for adoption by the Cuyama Basin GASA and submitted to DWR. VI. References and Technical Studies VII. Supporting Appendices The GSP document will include sections required by State requirements. Development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan 14

18 RMC, a Woodard & Curran Company >> Project Approach and Schedule GSP Implementation The GSP must include a plan of action and a description of the efforts required to successfully report and evaluate the GSP. This includes an estimate of costs to implement the GSP; a schedule for implementation; and a process for monitoring, periodic evaluating, and annual reporting. The GSP must describe how the GSA can collect sufficient data to demonstrate short-term, seasonal, and long-term trends in groundwater and related surface water conditions, and will yield representative information about groundwater conditions as necessary to evaluate GSP implementation. A monitoring network will be developed to support management based on existing monitoring work performed in the basin for the undesirable results for each of the six sustainability criteria. This may include monitoring by individual entities within the Basin and by CASGEM entities. A map of the location and type of each monitoring network will be developed along with a description of how the network will be developed and the methods used to monitor groundwater data. An GSP implementation plan will be developed that includes a schedule, cost estimates, identification of how priority activities will be funded, a data management system plan, and a groundwater model update plan. The implementation plan will be supply-focused and structured to allow for adaptive management, with more capital-intensive projects and programs implemented later in the program to ensure that significant projects are only undertaken when they are shown to be necessary. In addition, the implementation plan will clearly identify potential grant funding sources to offset program costs where possible. Proposed Scope of Work RMC proposes the following eleven tasks to develop a GSP for the Cuyama GSA that will be fully be compliant with the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) legislation chaptered in September A brief description is provided for each task. Once these tasks are completed, the GSP will conform to the requirements developed by DWR as described in their GSP Annotated Outline and GSP Preparation Checklist guidance documents released in December An important initial discussion will center on which fundamental approach the Cuyama Basin GSA wants to take: Develop a GSP that meets the necessary requirements, outlines a monitoring and adaptive management program, and establishes future actions based on monitoring results, or Develop a GSP that meets the necessary requirements, and attempts to define to a greater degree the management strategies and projects that will bring the basin into balance, with monitoring to confirm compliance with the plan The following proposed scope of is responsive to these two fundamental approaches, with the major difference being a potential reduction in the level of effort to complete the first of these two approaches to GSP development. We propose to work with the Cuyama Basin GSA to finalize which approach is most appropriate for its needs. 15 Proposal for the Cuyama Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency

19 RMC, a Woodard & Curran Company >> Project Approach and Schedule Task 1 Develop Work Plan for GSP Development and Stakeholder Engagement Strategy The RMC team will work with Cuyama Basin GSA to develop a detailed work plan that will fully identify and describe the activities necessary to detail the stakeholder engagement strategy and for successful development of the GSP. The Cuyama Basin has a wide variety of stakeholders, represented by the composition of the Cuyama GSA Board of Directors. Stakeholder interests include: The Cuyama Basin Water District (District), the Cuyama Community Services District (CSD), the four overlying counties (Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Ventura, and Kern), federal and state agencies who manage land in the basin, environmental groups interested in downstream fisheries, and smaller agricultural interests. The stakeholder engagement strategy will address outreach challenges including: building trust among residents, agricultural interests, and environmental interests; composition of the advisory committee; and the need for strong, but transparent facilitation. The work plan will be developed consistent with the scope of work proposed here, within the framework included in the anticipated DWR grant award for GSP development, and with input by the Cuyama GSA and local stakeholders. Draft and final versions of the stakeholder engagement strategy and GSP development work plan will be developed in consultation with GSA member agency personnel. Task 1 Deliverables Draft Stakeholder Engagement Strategy Plan Draft GSP Development Workplan Final Stakeholder Engagement Strategy Plan Final GSP Development Workplan Our team will work with you to establish communication tools and methods early in the process. Task 2 Data Management System, Information Gathering, Data Collection and Analysis, and Plan Review The RMC team proposes developing a data management system (DMS) that can store and report information relevant to the development or implementation of a GSP and monitoring of the basin. The DMS will be key to accessing the volume of data that will be generated for GSP preparation and updates, to demonstrate progress towards basin sustainability, and to communicate the data to basin stakeholders and the State. Subtask 2.1 Data Management System A DMS will be developed for upload and storage of all information related to the development and implementation of the GSP. This task will select DMS technology and other technical components. The types of data to be input into the DMS will be considered and relationships for that data will be established to ensure functionality. Data input functionality will be considered and developed, and necessary interfaces will be developed. Lastly collected data will be entered into the DMS. Development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan 16

20 RMC, a Woodard & Curran Company >> Project Approach and Schedule Subtask 2.2 Data and Information Collection and Plan Review The RMC team will collect recent and historical information and data for use in completing the GSP development tasks. This data and information will be stored in the DMS. Data collected will include geographic information systems (GIS), well and well monitoring information, existing monitoring programs, general plans, existing studies, and other data and reports as needed for GSP preparation. Task 2 Deliverables A DMS that can store and report data related to the development and implementation of the Cuyama Basin GSP Electronic copy of all information and data collected A centralized DMS will be implemented to facilitate communication and transparency. Task 3 Definition of the Plan Area and the Basin Setting The RMC team will develop a description of the GSP Plan Area, establish the GSP Basin Setting, and develop draft sections for the Plan Area and Basin Setting for the GSP document. These will include the activities described in the subtasks below. Subtask 3.1 Description of the Plan Area To describe the plan area, we will: Develop maps depicting the area covered by the GSP Summarize land use elements in the basin Identify existing water resource monitoring and management programs Describe conjunctive use programs in the basin Discuss parties affected by the GSP Describe additional plan elements that may influence the GSP Subtask 3.2 Establish Basin Setting The Basin Setting portion of the GSP is made up of three components: the Hydrogeologic Conceptual Model, the Groundwater Conditions, and the Water Budget. The components of the basin setting establish the conditions of the basin as of January 2015, which includes a description of the physical characteristics of the basin as well as the dynamic components affecting the water budget. To establish the Basin Setting, we will: Refine and update the current hydrogeological conceptual model to conform with the requirements described in the Hydrogeologic Conceptual Model BMP document released by DWR in December We will also include a graphical and narrative description of the physical components of the basin. This work will include: ʺʺ Identification of principal aquifers and aquitards ʺʺ Identification of aquifer parameters for principal aquifers 17 Proposal for the Cuyama Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency

21 RMC, a Woodard & Curran Company >> Project Approach and Schedule ʺʺ Identification of primary use, water quality, and structural properties of principal aquifers ʺʺ Description of basin boundaries ʺʺ Development of cross sections showing principal aquifers and aquitards ʺʺ Maps of topography, surficial geology, soils, recharge and discharge areas, springs, seeps and wetlands, surface water bodies, and source and point of delivery for imported water supplies Establish current and historical groundwater conditions. The updated CUVHW will be used to estimate metrics for groundwater conditions for development of the basin water budget. This work will include: ʺʺ Development of groundwater contour maps for each principal aquifer ʺʺ Identification of flow directions and regional patterns of groundwater movement ʺʺDevelopment of hydrographs of monitoring wells ʺʺ Display of vertical gradients, historical trends and spatial coverage ʺʺ Graphs of cumulative change in storage Task 3 Deliverables Figures and maps for depiction of the Plan Area and of the Basin Setting ʺʺ Cross sections of seawater/salinity in the basin ʺʺMaps of known groundwater quality issues, land subsidence rates and total land subsidence, interconnected surface water systems, and groundwater dependent ecosystems ʺʺ Table of quantity and timing of surface water depletions ʺʺ Documentation of baseline conditions (either January 1, 2015, or other as selected) Initial drafts of the Plan Area and Basin Setting section of the GSP document Task 4 Basin Model and Water Budget The RMC team will conduct a rapid assessment of the existing CUVHM and make necessary enhancements to the model to support water budget development and technical analysis of management actions and projects for the GSP. Subtask 4.1 Assessment of Existing Model Hydrogeologic conceptual model: We will analyze selected well logs to determine the representation of the field conditions in the existing three-layer CUVHM. Crop Acreage and Crop Evapotranspiration: We will collect available historical crop data and information on irrigation practices and assess the accuracy of the crop evapotranspiration estimates used in the CUVHM. Water Supply: We will evaluate the completeness of the data included in the model related to groundwater pumping (recorded, reported, or estimated) and surface water use, including historical precipitation. Model Boundary Conditions: Our team will evaluate the representational accuracy of the model specified boundary conditions and their impact on the accuracy of the model results. Identify Data Gaps: We will review data used in the CUVHM model to determine the location and extent of data gaps. Development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan 18

22 RMC, a Woodard & Curran Company >> Project Approach and Schedule Subtask 4.2 Enhancement of the Existing Model The RMC team will identify the enhancements and refinements needed for the existing CUVHM model based on the outcome of the Subtask 3.1. RMC s proposed scope of work includes high level data and model enhancements to make the existing model suitable for the GSP development. However, if it is determined that the existing CUVHM is not adequate in its present state, we will undertake alternative approaches to accomplish the goals of Cuyama Basin GSA within the limited schedule of GSP development, including possible enhancement. TAF Cuyama Valley ( Average) Groundwater Pumping CWP Local Model Estimate ETAW The CUVHM appears to overestimate water use as compared to the evapotranspiration of applied water as reported in the most recent California Water Plan. We will use the CHVHM to develop the Water Budget. 19 Proposal for the Cuyama Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency

23 RMC, a Woodard & Curran Company >> Project Approach and Schedule Subtask 4.3 Development of the Water Budget Refine CUVHM input files to incorporate newly obtained data and information to fill any identified gaps in modeling Conduct high level recalibration of CUVHM with data enhancements Validate the preliminary water budget results with available crop data and agricultural demand estimates at local scale Develop historical total water budget (groundwater systems, stream system, and land surface system) consistent with the water budget components identified by DWR in its water budget framework schematic (see figure below) Develop methodology for estimating Sustainable Groundwater Yield for a base period using CUVHM results and estimate sustainable groundwater yield Present results to the stakeholders and obtain feedback Document the results in a technical memorandum Subtask 4.4 Provide Modeling Analyses Support for GSP Preparation Develop baseline model for future planning horizon (50 year) Develop future water budget Assist the Cuyama Basin GSA to formulate alternative management scenarios and use the model to evaluate occurrence and frequency of undesirable results, maintenance of minimum thresholds, and attainment of measurable objectives Document the results in a technical memorandum Task 5 Establishment of Basin Sustainability Criteria For this task, the RMC team will identify sustainable management criteria for the GSP and develop an initial draft GSP section on sustainable management criteria. This section will describe the metrics used to track the sustainability goal and monitor for undesirable results using minimum thresholds and measurable objectives. This task will include the following subtasks. Subtask 5.1 Identify Sustainability Goal We will assist in identifying and describing sustainability goal for the GSP, including identifying information from the Basin Setting used to establish the sustainability goal. The sustainability goal is a mission statement for the GSP that meets local needs while promoting sustainable use of groundwater in the basin. The sustainability goal will be developed with input from local stakeholders and input from regulatory agencies (DWR and SWRCB representatives). Subtask 5.2 Define Undesirable Results RMC will identify undesirable results for each sustainability indicator, including a description of the groundwater conditions that would lead to the undesirable results, and potential effects on the beneficial uses and users of groundwater on land uses and land owners. A description will be developed for each sustainability criteria and what constitutes an undesirable outcome/result. The description will be used throughout the GSP as a check for whether the GSP is adequately preventing undesirable results through Development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan 20

24 RMC, a Woodard & Curran Company >> Project Approach and Schedule implementation. The description will also be used to help set the threshold on monitoring to avoid future undesirable results. We will prepare an undesirable result narrative for all six criteria: Groundwater levels Groundwater storage Seawater intrusion Groundwater quality Subsidence Surface water and groundwater interaction Subtask 5.3 Define Management Areas and Representative Monitoring This task will define the management areas delineated in the GSP and prepare rationale for representative monitoring. Management areas can be set for scientific and jurisdictional reasons. During GSP development reasons to delineate a management area may become apparent from scientific justification such as the extent of a barrier or fault, the location of salinity plumes, or the presence or absence of major aquifers. Jurisdictional management areas may also be created to match management of an area to the jurisdiction of a local agency. Documentation will include a discussion of the conditions in the management area, why they are significant (if scientific), and provide a map of management areas in the GSP. Three potential management areas that could be used for the Cuyama Basin are the three sub-basins: The Main Zone, Sierra Madre Foothills, and Ventucopa Uplands. Each area is experiencing different conditions and may require different management approaches. Representative monitoring is the use of one monitoring methodology to represent monitoring of an undesirable result that may be difficult to monitor for. Representative monitoring used in the GSP will be justified during GSP development. Subtask 5.4 Develop Minimum Thresholds RMC will identify a minimum threshold for each sustainability indicator and describe how each one was established, its relationship to the sustainability indicators, how it was selected to avoid undesirable results, how it may affect the interests of beneficial uses and users of groundwater in the basin, and how it will be quantitatively measured. The methodology used to define minimum thresholds relative to undesirable results will be documented. Subtask 5.5 Develop Measurable Objectives The RMC team will develop and describe measurable objectives for each sustainability indicator, including descriptions of a reasonable margin of error, and a reasonable path to achieve and maintain the sustainability indicators including relevant milestones for each relevant sustainability indicator. The methodology used to define measurable objectives relative to the minimum threshold and their relationship to the margin of operational flexibility to avoid undesirable results will be documented. Subtask 5.6 Develop Interim Milestones RMC will identify a minimum threshold for each sustainability indicator and describe how each one was established, its relationship to the sustainability indicator, how it was selected to avoid undesirable results, how it may affect the interests of beneficial uses and users of groundwater in the basin, and how it will be quantitatively measured. 21 Proposal for the Cuyama Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency

25 RMC, a Woodard & Curran Company >> Project Approach and Schedule Task 5 Deliverables Draft and final sustainability goal and undesirable results narrative for the GSP Measurable objectives, minimum thresholds, margins of operational flexibility, and interim milestones or representative thresholds for all six sustainability indicators An initial draft Sustainable Management Criteria section of the GSP document Task 6 Monitoring Networks RMC will develop a monitoring program that builds on the existing monitoring network to track future progress toward the GSP sustainability goals in the future. We will: Identify monitoring objectives for the GSP Review existing monitoring network and identify additional monitoring data that is needed to track the GSP sustainability goals Consider how monitoring may vary by management area, and how representative monitoring may be used to monitor for some sustainability indicators Develop monitoring rationale, protocols, including a description of technical standards, data collection methods, and other procedures Task 6 Deliverables An initial draft monitoring networks section for the GSP document Task 7 Projects and Actions for Sustainability Goals RMC will assist in identifying and prioritizing projects and management actions that will be implemented. This will also include contingency projects or management actions that will be implemented should groundwater conditions not adequately respond to implementation of the GSP. This task will design a management program that considers potential projects and management actions to develop a management approach that meets regulatory requirements and local needs. Projects and management actions to be considered will be solicited as part of the stakeholder engagement strategy. Develop data analysis and reporting protocols for the GSP sustainability goals, including a description of how implementation of the program will demonstrate progress towards monitoring sustainability, monitoring impacts to beneficial users of groundwater, and monitoring changes in groundwater conditions and water budget components Develop a plan for review and improvement of the monitoring network that will be implemented every five years in the future that includes identification of data gaps and identifies a plan to fill data gaps. Potential Management Strategies could include: Demand management (potentially including rotational fallowing and/or land retirement) Upstream capture of Twitchell Reservoir spills Improved wet season recharge capabilities Groundwater banking of exchanged surface water supplies Regional water exchanges involving imported/ SWP water and Twitchell Reservoir surface water supplies Water exchanges between sub-basins Purchase of new supplies with development of a new 30-mile pipeline Reuse of water from ongoing industrial/oil and gas operations Development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan 22

26 RMC, a Woodard & Curran Company >> Project Approach and Schedule Subtask 7.1 Develop Management Program This task will develop the management program that documents and plans the implementation of projects and actions in the plan area. The management program will identify, research and vet, and select management options for implementation. The management program will identify implementation hurdles and provide a program summary that will describe how the program will meet sustainability targets, forecast the effectiveness of the program, and provide a list management options. Subtask 7.2 Identification of Projects and Management Actions This task will identify projects and management actions for consideration as part of GSP implementation. Each project or management action collected will be described, including: Detailed description, per regulations Cost estimates and funding mechanisms Public notice and outreach process Summary of permitting and regulatory process Explanation of benefits Explanation of how the project will be accomplished Explanation of the source and reliability of water if imported supplies are a part of the project How the project is supported by the best available science How uncertainty is considered CEQA/NEPA considerations Subtask 7.3 Prioritization of Projects and Management Actions We will perform an assessment of numerous alternative water management scenarios projects, programs, and management actions or strategies for achieving a sustainable basin. As part of this process, each of the projects and management actions identified in Subtask 7.2 will be prioritized. In performing this task, it is expected that the groundwater model that was updated in Task 3 will be used. Task 7 Deliverables A prioritized list of projects and management actions An initial draft Projects and Management Actions section Task 8 Groundwater Sustainability Plan Implementation RMC will work with the District to develop a plan of action for implementing the projects and management actions identified in the GSP, and for successful reporting and evaluation of the GSP in the future. This will include development of: Schedule for GSP implementation Estimate of costs to implement the GSP Estimate for how GSP implementation will be funded Data management planning Model updates and use planning Monitoring and data gap filling planning Process for periodic evaluation and annual reporting These will be included in an initial draft Plan Implementation section for the GSP. 23 Proposal for the Cuyama Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency

27 RMC, a Woodard & Curran Company >> Project Approach and Schedule Task 8 Deliverables An initial draft Plan Implementation section Task 9 Groundwater Sustainability Plan Document Development Under this task, we will prepare an outline, an administrative draft, and a public review draft of the GSP. The administrative draft will incorporate comments received on initial draft sections developed in the above tasks. Each GSP draft will include all required sections of the GSP, including appendices. Subtask 9.1 Develop GSP Outline and Style Guidance RMC will develop a draft GSP outline, which will be provided to the District s project manager for review. We will then work with the District s project manager to develop a final outline that will be used for the GSP document development. This task will also prepare a GSP report style guide for distribution to authors during GSP development. The style guide is valuable for guiding report authors during report writing to ensure report sections are formatted similarly and use consistent terminology when describing GSP components. Subtask 9.2 Reference Tracking and Storage This task will be used to track references used during GSP preparation. GSP regulations require that a copy of every reference used in GSP preparation that is not easily available be included with the GSP submission. This task will collect copies of all references used in the report for compilation and submittal along with the completed GSP. Subtask 9.3 Administrative Draft The RMC team will prepare up to two (2) administrative drafts of the GSP and all supporting appendices. Each administrative draft will be reviewed by the District s staff and other stakeholders involved in the GSP development process. Subtask 9.4 Public Draft We will prepare a formal draft of the GSP Update and all supporting documentation. This draft document is to respond to comments made on the administrative draft document. This draft document will be circulated for agency and public review and comment. Once final, the GSP will be adopted by the Cuyama GSA. Task 9 Deliverables Draft and final outlines for the GSP document Administrative and Public Review Drafts of the GSP Update and supporting documentation Task 10 Outreach and Communication Successful implementation of the GSP will depend on efficient outreach, communication, and facilitation between the GSA and locals/stakeholders. Stakeholder engagement includes efforts made to understand stakeholder concerns and involve stakeholders in the activities and decision-making process. Work under this task will implement the stakeholder engagement strategy identified in Task 1. All outreach performed Development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan 24

28 RMC, a Woodard & Curran Company >> Project Approach and Schedule will be documented and compiled for submittal with the GSP as required by regulation. It is anticipated that the following outreach will need to be conducted as part of development of the GSP. Meetings with stakeholders, including the proposed advisory committee, state and local agencies and non-governmental organizations Meetings with the public Maintenance of a website Flyers/handouts Task 10 Deliverables Implementation of the Stakeholder Engagement Strategy Plan Meeting materials, agendas, and meeting summaries for each meeting Other outreach materials as described in the plan Compilation of all outreach performed for submittal with GSP Task 11 Project Management Under this task, the RMC team will keep the District s project manager briefed on the progress of all significant activities leading to development of the Cuyama Basin GSP. This task includes QA/QC activities, project management, project coordination, which includes monthly progress reporting, regular check-in meetings with the Cuyama GSA s project manager, and document management and transfer. QA/QC will be led by Leslie Dumas and Ali Taghavi, who will provide independent review of each GSP component prior to submittal to the Cuyama Basin GSA. Stakeholder engagement includes efforts made to understand stakeholder concerns and involve stakeholders in the activities and decision-making process. Project management will consider the evolving landscape of SGMA as regulatory considerations, institutional activities, and changes in other conditions that may affect GSP development. Our project manager, Lyndel Melton, will guide the GSP development process to ensure the work is completed on schedule and within budget, including any change management that may be required during the progress of the work. This task also includes coordination among the GSP development team and will include tracking and preparing invoices, and tracking project progress. 25 Proposal for the Cuyama Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency

29 RMC, a Woodard & Curran Company >> Project Approach and Schedule Our project management approach includes regular progress reporting and check-in meetings. This task will be used to coordinate project management activities with the GSA s point of contact. This coordination will ensure that communication about GSP development continues at regular intervals and allows our project manager and GSA point of contact to coordinate upcoming GSP development activities as necessary. Conference calls and in-person meetings will be used to perform this coordination as needed. Task 11 Deliverables: Documentation of QA/QC activities Monthly progress reports and invoices Coordination activities as needed Development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan 26

30 RMC, a Woodard & Curran Company >> Project Approach and Schedule Schedule Task Sub task Develop Work Plan for GSP Development 1 Develop Stakeholder Engagement Strategy 1 Develop GSP Development Workplan Data Management System, Information and Data Collection DMS Set Up DMS Outputs and Interfaces DMS Populate with data (happens in each task as developed) DMS QA/QC ID and Collect Monitoring and Management Programs ID and Collect General Plans ID Existing Monitoring Collect/Process/Aggregate Monitoring Data Data Collection Standardization and Templates 3 - Plan Area and Basin Setting Plan Area ID and describe authority/organization of GSA Maps ID and describe parties affected by GSP in basin and how affected Hydrogeologic Conceptual Model Aquifers and Aquitards Basin Boundaries (lateral / bottom) Maps and Cross Sections Groundwater Conditions Maps Cumulative Change in Storage Cross Section of seawater intrusion (Salinity) Document conditions at January 1, Basin Model and Water Budget Assessment of Existing Model Review conceptual model Review crop acreage and ET Evaluate completeness of water supply data Identify Data Gaps Identify Enhancement of Existing Model ID Enhancements needed Formulate Scope/Schedule/Budget Development of Water Budget Refine CUVHM input files High level recalibration Validate results Historical Water Budget Select Base period Methodology for estimating Sustainable Yield Prepare TM Modeling Analysis Support for GSP Analyze effects of individual projects/actions Analyze effects of portfolios of actions/projects Establishment of Basin Sustainability Criteria Sustainability Goal Undesirable Results Narrative Define Management Areas Representative Monitoring Set Minimum Thresholds Set Measurable Objectives Set Margin of Operational Flexibility Set Interim Milestones Monitoring Networks 6 6 Evaluate Existing Monitoring 6 6 Develop Monitoring Rationale and Protocols 6 6 Consider Management Areas and Representative Monitoring 6 6 Develop Monitoring Network 6 6 Show adequacy of Monitoring Network for URs 6 6 Monitoring Summary and Plan Projects and Actions for Sustainability Goals Develop Management Program ID and Describe Projects and Actions Evaluate Projects and Actions Management Program Summary GSP Implementation Plan 8 8 GSP Implementation Plan 8 8 GSP Implementation Cost Estimate 8 8 GSP Implementation Funding Estimate 8 8 GSP component implementation planning GSGSP compilation/preparation Outline and Style Guide Reference Tracking and Storage Administrative Draft Stakeholder Review and Comments Final Board(s) Adoption of GSP Outreach and Communication Implement Stakeholder Outreach Plan Meetings and outreach materials Outreach and Communication Documentation/Compilation Project Management QA/QC plan QA/QC implementation Program Management PM Coordination GSP Costing Year SGMA Month November December January February March April May June July August September October November December January February March April May June July August September October November December January Activities Week Development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan 27

31 3 Section Three General Administrative Information 3. General Administrative Information Proposal for the Cuyama Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency Development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan

32 3 Section Three General Administrative Information Proprietary Statement Nothing contained in RMC s submittal or in a subsequent interview (if required) is proprietary. Insurance Insurance Required Woodard & Curran, Inc. Insurance Coverage (Policy effective 02/23/2017 to 02/23/2018) Limit Policy Number Company Commercial General Liability $1 million per occurrence Continental Insurance Co. Personal & Adv Injury $1 million per occurrence Continental Insurance Co. General Aggregate $2 million per project/location Continental Insurance Co. Products COMP/OP AGG $2 million per project/location Continental Insurance Co. Automotive Liability $1 million per accident Continental Casualty Co. Umbrella Liability $1 million per occurrence Transportation Insurance Co. Workers Compensation $1 million per occurrence Transportation Insurance Co. Professional Liability $1 million per claim/aggregate Continental Casualty Co. Pollution Liability $1 million per claim/aggregate Continental Casualty Co. Proposal for the Cuyama Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency Development of Groundwater Sustainability Plan 30

33 Appendix Appendix Proposal for the Cuyama Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency Development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan

34 Resumes Resumes are ordered to first present our project manager, Lyndel Melton, followed by the rest of our team members in alphabetical order.

35 Lyndel W. Melton, P.E., D.WRE Principal, Senior Water Resources Engineer Experience 41 years Education M.S., Environmental Engineering, Stanford University, 1975 B.S., Civil Engineering, University of the Pacific, 1975 Registration Professional Civil Engineer, California, #27169, 1976 Diplomate, American Academy of Environmental Engineers Diplomate, American Academy of Water Resource Engineers Affiliations American Public Works Association American Society of Civil Engineers American Water Works Association Water Environment Federation Summary Lyndel Melton specializes in civil, environmental and water resources engineering involving the planning and design of water resource management projects. These projects include water supply, water and wastewater treatment, recycled water, and flood protection facilities. His career has been focused primarily in California, with extensive experience in planning, permitting, and implementation of municipal projects. Lyndel has significant experience managing institutional interface among regional entities. Relevant Experience North Valley Regional Recycled Water Program (NVRRWP) CWSRF/WRFP Application, City of Modesto Principal-in-Charge. Oversaw support for a series of funding opportunities associated with the program. Lyndel coordinated the preparation of a CWSRF/WRFP loan/ grant application where Modesto secured a $15-million WRFP grant and an approximate $35-illion CWSRF loan with a water recycling interest rate of 1%. Westside-San Joaquin Proposition 84 IRWM Implementation Grant Application, San Luis & Delta-Mendota Water Authority (SLDMWA) Principal-in-Charge. Oversaw preparation and submittal of the application and performed internal quality control (QC). The application was completed during the 2014 Expedited Drought round. Lyndel assisted SLDMWA in securing a $2.7-million grant for implementation of water resources-related projects, including the NVRRWP. East Stanislaus Proposition 84 IRWM Implementation Grant Application, City Modesto Principal-in-Charge. Helped the City of Modesto and its East Stanislaus IRWM regional planning partners secure a $5- million grant through DWR s IRWM grant program for implementation of priority projects. Prop 84 Drought Grant Application and IRWM Plan Update for the Westside San Joaquin IRWM Region Principal-in-Charge. Oversaw preparation of successful $2.7-million grant application and IRWM Plan Update. Local Groundwater Banking Feasibility Study, Eastern Municipal Water District Technical Advisor. The RMC team completed a feasibility study to identify water banking opportunities in the Upper Pressure and/or Canyon Subbasins and determined the facilities needed for conveyance, recharge, and extraction of banked water. The work included development of a suite of recharge and extraction scenarios to form banking alternatives. Strategic Water Resource Plan, Palmdale Water District Water Supply Planning Lead. Lyndel s role in the development of this Strategic Water Resources Plan was to lead the identification and evaluation of water supply options, including development of water transfer opportunities and internal and external water banking opportunities. The Strategic Water Resources Plan is being used to evaluate alternative water management strategies to meet future water needs, including increased levels of conservation, 1 of 2

36 Lyndel W. Melton, P.E., D.WRE recycled water use, groundwater replenishment, additional water importation, and water exchange programs. Alternative strategy analyses are being completed with the assistance of MODFLOW and WEAP modeling tools. Long-Term Water Supply Optimization Feasibility Study/Metro Plan Plus, City of Fresno Principal-in-Charge. RMC was retained by the City of Fresno to evaluate options to better utilize existing resources, and identify key new facilities to engage much more actively in regional water management activities. Lyndel led a team of engineers and scientists, along with other members of the consulting team, to develop water supply alternatives, evaluate the benefits and costs of various water supply portfolios, assess the availability of groundwater and surface water resources to meet the needs, and evaluate the impacts of various water supply portfolios on the groundwater and surface water resources in the City s SOI. The main analysis tool used for the evaluation was the Kings Basin Integrated groundwater and surface water model, a comprehensive hydrologic model that was developed in collaboration with other stakeholders in the area. Technical Support Services for Regional and Statewide Integrated Water Management, California Department of Water Resources (DWR) Technical Expert. Providing guidance to the staff for the development of the Strategic Plan for the Future of IRWM in California, including understanding of regional and intra-regional project development, regional project integration, and outreach processes. Lyndel is currently serving as principal-in-charge and technical advisor to DWR, Division of Integrated Water Management. The 2009 update of the California Water Plan identified IRWM as one of the two key initiatives for water management in the state. Lyndel has played a crucial role in his guidance throughout the preparation of this strategic plan, which will define the DWR s vision for the future of IRWM throughout the state and also DWR s plans to support that vision. The plan is being developed in a collaborative fashion to ensure broad participation and buy-in of internal (DWR) and external (public) stakeholders. Services provided by Lyndel and the RMC team include strategic plan development, regional coordination handbook, bond management system development, groundwater storage investigations, hydrologic modeling, water supply investigations, data management, environmental planning, and geologic and hydrogeologic studies. East Valley Water District Recycled Water Feasibility Study, East Valley Water District Project Manager. Lyndel led the RMC team that evaluated the feasibility of implementing a program for groundwater recharge of recycled water. Evaluated treatment process and siting alternatives for water reclamation plant implementation. Prepared regulatory and site selection analyses for groundwater recharge facilities, performed an economic evaluation for the highest ranking project alternatives, and summarized recommended implementation strategies. Also lead team toward securing the permits necessary for project implementation, including NPDES permits and permits for groundwater replenishment using recycled water. Recycled Water Feasibility Study, Del Puerto Water District Project Manager. Lyndel led the development of a feasibility study evaluating delivery of recycled water to the Del Puerto Water District for agricultural irrigation. The Del Puerto Water District is evaluating opportunities to obtain recycled water from the cities of Modesto and Turlock, and delivering the available recycled water to District lands to augment existing water supplies. The recycled water would be used for irrigation of a variety of agricultural crops, and would augment existing Central Valley Project and groundwater supplies. Groundwater Demineralization Feasibility Study, San Benito County and Santa Clara Valley Water Districts Project Manager. Lyndel led evaluation of the feasibility of implementing groundwater demineralization to develop a new potable supply from high TDS, non-potable groundwater in San Benito County. The project was funded in part by a Proposition 50, Chapter 6 grant from the California Department of Water Resources, and includes pilot testing of reverse osmosis membranes, evaluation of alternative brine management and disposal strategies, including an analysis of salt recovery strategies by Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, and evaluation of implementation strategies and project beneficiaries. 2 of 2

37 John Ayres, PG, CHG Project Manager Experience 14 years Education 2002 Master of Science in Geology, California State University, Chico 1998 Bachelor of Science, Geology, California State University, Chico Registration Certified Hydrogeologist in California (CA 910) Professional Geologist (CA 8291) Affiliations Groundwater Resources Association Sacramento Branch Secretary, 2008 to 2009 Legislative Committee Member, 2011 to 2013 Events Committee Member, 2016 Funding Seminar Committee Member, 2016 Water For People, Sacramento Branch Secretary, 2016 Sacramento Valley Spark President, 2012 to 2013 Relevant Experience Senior Hydrologist Current work focuses on California's Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) policy planning and compliance, regional water resources planning, hydrogeology, groundwater wells, and facilitation and outreach. Recent projects include: GMA-San Diego Formation for the City of San Diego SGMA Readiness Project, Merced County SGMA Support-Kern Groundwater Authority; includes Coordination Component White Papers, evapotranspiration data processing, and Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) outline Groundwater Sustainability Agency (GSA) Filings-Lassen and Modoc counties GSA Formation Support-Santa Ynez River Water Conservation District Facilitation Support-Joint Districts (Butte, Richvale, and Biggs-West Gridley water districts) Groundwater Recharge Siting Study and SGMA Support-South San Joaquin Municipal Utilities District Central Valley Flood Protection Plan (CVFPP) analysis and support-california Department of Water Resources (DWR) SGMA Best Management Practices (BMPs) Development Support-DWR Hydrogeologist/Senior Hydrogeologist Sub Area Eight In-Lieu Recharge Feasibility Study-Glenn County, Glenn County, CA Energy and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Benchmarking Study-Placer County Water Agency Groundwater Recharge Feasibility-Tehama County Lassen Basin Management Objective (BMO) Development-Lassen County, various locations Lassen County Groundwater Management Plan-Lassen County Local Groundwater Assistance (LGA) Grant Application Preparation-Sacramento Suburban Water District and Lassen County Staff Geologist Responsibilities included developing groundwater models, Groundwater Management Plans, water use forecasts, and basin management objective documents. Student Intern, California Department of Water Resources. Student intern for DWR's North Region Office. Tasks included compiling groundwater use data, preparing groundwater contour maps, and field data collection. Also helped to calculate change in groundwater storage in the Sacramento Valley. 1 of 1

38 Jeff Barry Principal Hydrogeologist Jeff has 33 years of experience conducting groundwater resource development projects and groundwater management programs in California and the Pacific Northwest. He brings substantial expertise in aquifer characterization, production well design and rehabilitation, groundwater monitoring, groundwater/surface water interaction assessment, and aquifer storage and recovery (ASR). Jeff is a recognized leader in the development and sustainable operation of ASR projects and aquifer recharge projects in the United States and Korea. Throughout his career, he has managed multi-disciplinary projects that have included critical analysis of a range of data types, successful coordination and negotiation with multiple stakeholders, communicating complex technical information to decision makers, and working within budgetary and timeline constraints. Jeff is a key member of GSI s team of groundwater specialists that helps our clients navigate the complexities of California s Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA). He is a founding principal at GSI. EDUCATION MS, Hydrogeology/ Hydrology, University of Nevada at Reno BS, Resource Management, Humboldt State University PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS Registered Geologist: Oregon Licensed Geologist/ Hydrogeologist: Washington Certified Water Rights Examiner: Oregon DISTINGUISHING QUALIFICATIONS More than 30 years of experience conducting water resources investigations Experienced with safe yield assessments Experienced with monitoring program and groundwater management plan development and implementation Strong working knowledge of state and federal regulatory programs relating to groundwater/surface water influence and water quality protection REPRESENTATIVE PROJECTS Basin Boundary Modification and Delineation/Definition of the Atascadero Subbasin, Templeton Community Services District (CSD), Atascadero Mutual Water Company (AMWC), San Luis Obispo, California. Jeff assisted with a detailed geologic and hydrogeologic investigation to formally define the boundaries of a groundwater basin through extensive geologic and hydrogeologic mapping and analysis and well log review. The boundary modification request, based on scientific evidence, was one of the few successful scientific applications approved by the California Department of Water Resources (DWR). In a related matter, Jeff provided expert witness testimony on behalf of the CSD and AMWC in support of their efforts to define the subbasin as separate from the overall Paso Robles Groundwater Basin. Basin Boundary Modification, Upper Santa Clara River Basin, Castaic Lake Water Agency (CLWA), California. Jeff managed a project for the CLWA to request a scientific basin modification request to DWR. Geologic maps, groundwater level data, and a basinwide groundwater model were used as evidence for the request. DWR approved the basin boundary modification and updated the Bulletin 118 basin boundary maps. Groundwater Pumping Offset Program, Paso Robles Basin, San Luis Obispo County, California. Working with the Templeton-Las Tablas Resource Conservation District and the County, Jeff helped to develop a basinwide program to guide the County and landowners on how to mitigate or offset additional groundwater use in the Paso Robles Basin. The County passed a temporary moratorium on new groundwater pumping because of severe groundwater level declines in some areas and will require landowners to mitigate any new pumping through this program. It is hoped that this new offset program will help restore balance between groundwater pumping and natural groundwater recharge, while allowing for limited expansion of groundwater use. Shandon Area Groundwater Assessment and Monitoring Program, Paso Robles Basin, California. Jeff is working with a group of wine grape growers in the Shandon sub-area of the Paso Robles groundwater basin to develop a better understanding of the aquifer system underlying the area, assess sustainable pumping rates and volumes, document water use and groundwater levels, and develop and implement a groundwater monitoring program designed to assess sustainability of pumping. The work included investigating whether there are physical boundaries that would make the Shandon Area a separate subbasin. Groundwater Sustainability Plan Development, Fox Canyon Groundwater Management Agency (FCGMA), Ventura County, California. Jeff was a member of a team that was selected to prepare groundwater sustainability plans for four basins in Ventura County. Jeff and his team were responsible for development of water budgets, sustainable yield balancing key objectives, and working with stakeholders in each basin. This is one of the first set of groundwater sustainability plans that will be submitted in 2017 in response to the SGMA. Groundwater Management Plan, Goleta Water District, Goleta, California. Jeff was project manager for updating the District s groundwater management plan. District supplies of imported and stored water are severely curtailed as a result of the ongoing drought in California and so the District has had to rely nearly 100 percent on the local groundwater basin for meeting water demands. Key elements of the plan include development of a pumping plan for drought and nondrought conditions, optimizing the injection program to refill the basin when water is available for recharge, preparation of a salt and nutrient management plan, and developing recommendations for capital improvements for facilities that improve the groundwater supply GSI Water Solutions, Inc. jbarry@gsiws.com

39 Jeff Barry Principal Hydrogeologist Groundwater Management, City of Fillmore, Ventura County, California. Jeff is providing senior review for several groundwater projects including basin analysis; safe yield evaluations; municipal well site selection; basinwide water quality and water supply modeling; analysis of depthrelated groundwater water quality changes; water quality considerations regarding recycled water use; and well design, installation oversight, and permitting evaluation of a new water supply wellfield. One of the initial projects involves performing a long-term aquifer test at Well 5 to assess iron, manganese, and arsenic concentrations and water treatment requirements. Aquifer Sustainability Analysis, Eastern Municipal Water District, Moreno Valley, California. Jeff managed a project for the District to assess the amount of pumping that could be supported within a portion of the District and the estimated rate that individual wells can sustainably pump without impacting other groundwater users. A detailed analysis was performed to characterize local hydrogeology and estimate the quantity of recharge occurring in the subbasin area. Water Budget Analysis, Valencia Water Company, Santa Clarita Valley, California. Jeff is project manager for a study to compare and contrast two methods for determining whether the groundwater basin is in overdraft. He is reviewing a water budget analysis prepared independently by another consultant and comparing the input parameters and results to a regional groundwater flow model developed by GSI. The results of this comparison will be used to improve the utility of both approaches for evaluating the sustainability of pumping in the basin. Groundwater Model to Support Water Resource Planning, Water Supply Restoration, and Artificial Recharge, Santa Clarita Valley, California. Jeff was senior reviewer for a basinwide groundwater model project in the Santa Clarita Valley, located in northern Los Angeles County. The model was developed to assess several different groundwater management scenarios on behalf of the water purveyors in the Valley (four retailers and a State Water Project (SWP) wholesaler [CLWA]). The model was used to evaluate the sustainability of the basin pumping plan and to evaluate how a group of perchlorate-affected water supply wells could be brought back online (with wellhead treatment) without causing the perchlorate plume to spread to unaffected wells. The model was later used to evaluate the sustainability and feasibility of increasing the basin yield through enhanced local groundwater recharge and additional use of local groundwater supplies. Recharge Feasibility Assessment, Newhall County Water District, California. Jeff is senior reviewer for a project designed to investigate the operational feasibility of recharging reclaimed water and captured stormwater into a surficial alluvial aquifer at two sites along the Santa Clara River in the Santa Clarita Valley of southern California. The alluvial aquifer is an important source of groundwater supply to the valley, yet some alluvial production wells cannot meet production targets during years of below-normal rainfall and natural groundwater recharge. GSI evaluated the hydrogeology at several potential sites and is conducting numerical model simulations to evaluate the feasibility of proposed recharge volumes and monthly operating schedules, the amount of diluent water (native groundwater) available for mixing with the recharged water, and the potential to recharge stormwater flows diverted from the river. Retention times also are being evaluated with the model to determine pathogen removal credits and the impact to any nearby drinking water wells. Groundwater Model Update for Sustainability of Pumping Assessment, Goleta Water District, California. Jeff was project manager for a groundwater model update project. Recharge and pumping terms in the model were updated through 2013 and the model calibration was tested. Once updated, the model was used to (1) determine the amount of pumping that can be supporting without exceeding safe yield, and (2) assist in siting new wells to optimize and increase District pumping capacity. Jeff is now assisting the District with a well site selection process and design of two new production wells. Supply Alternatives and Safe Yield Reconnaissance Study, CLWA, California. GSI, teamed with an engineering firm, is conducting a study to identify options for improving the reliability and capacity of local water supplies in the upper Santa Clara River Basin for diversifying CLWA s current water supply portfolio. CLWA (like other California water providers) is facing pressure to rely more heavily on local water supplies because of the drought and shifting statewide water policy that will affect the future availability and use of SWP water. Options being investigated include expanded use of recycled water, indirect potable reuse, additional groundwater pumping, and ASR using SWP water GSI Water Solutions, Inc. jbarry@gsiws.com

40 Leslie Dumas, P.E., D.WRE Senior Water Resources Engineer Experience 30 years Summary Leslie Dumas is a hydrologist, water resource engineer and project manager with experience providing hydrogeologic, hydrologic, environmental and scientific consultation for projects throughout the United States. She has managed multi-disciplinary teams on a wide variety of projects, including water resources planning, funding and financing, groundwater investigation, modeling, resource planning, environmental permitting, stormwater runoff planning, and the investigation and clean-up of hazardous waste sites. She has prepared and/or reviewed planning and environmental documentation, Urban Water Management Plans, Groundwater Management Plans, and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans, and is experienced in identifying funding opportunities and obtaining state and federal grants and low-interest loans through the Clean Water and Safe Drinking Water State Revolving Fund programs and the Integrated Regional Water Management (IRWM) Grant Program. Relevant Experience Education M.S., Civil Engineering, University of California at Berkeley (magna cum laude), 1986 B.S., Civil Engineering, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (cum laude), 1985 Multiple Subject - Clear Teaching Credential, St. Mary s College of Education, 1999 Registration Professional Engineer, California, 43897, 1989 Diplomate, American Academy of Water Resource Engineers Environmental Assessor, California, REA-04515, 1992 Certified Groundwater Professional, 490, 1994 Affiliations Groundwater Resources Association of California (Former Vice-President and Treasurer) American Society of Civil Engineers National Groundwater Association, Association of Groundwater Scientists and Engineer City of Lafayette Creek Committee Groundwater Management Support, City of Oceanside Project Engineer. RMC is providing the City of Oceanside with a wide range of groundwater-related support activities. Leslie is providing the City of Oceanside guidance and document development in support of compliance with the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act of 2014, including assistance in Groundwater Sustainability Agency (GSA) formation and governance structures. Also, providing as-needed technical support, including review of the CASGEM monitoring program for the San Luis Rey Valley Groundwater Basin. SGMA Program Guide, San Luis & Delta-Mendota Water Authority Project Manager. RMC prepared a program guide for compliance with the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act of 2014 (SGMA) for SLDMWA on behalf of the multiple Groundwater Sustainability Agencies (GSAs) in the Delta- Mendota Groundwater Subbasin. The program guide focused on initial activities required for preparation of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP), including data collection and management, modeling and plan preparation, providing the GSAs with a roadmap for GSP preparation. SGMA Planning Document, Turlock Groundwater Basin Association Task Manager. RMC is part of a larger team preparing a planning document for development of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) for the Groundwater Sustainability Agencies (GSAs) in the Turlock Groundwater Subbasin. RMC is tasked with focusing on identification of a Data Management System for data collection, analysis and management, and for outlining modeling requirement for development of a basin-wide water budget. 1 of 2

41 Leslie Dumas, P.E., D.WRE Off-River Supply Development Program, Town of Windsor Project Manager. The overall objective of the Town s Off-River Supply Development Program was to develop a highllevel program to allow long-term reliable off-river water supply and prepare the groundwork for development of a conjunctive use program for the Town of Windsor (Town). Implementation of this program has occurred in several phases. Phase I of the program included identification of areas within the Santa Rosa Plain groundwater basin that had the most favorable conditions for potential groundwater extraction, development of a field work plan and specifications for the installation and testing of exploratory boreholes and test wells, dynamic profiling of the Town s Bluebird Well, and the preparation of an AB303 Local Groundwater Assistance grant application. Phase 2 of the program included replacing two of the Town s existing wells, as originally identified in the Town of Windsor s Water Master Plan (also prepared by RMC) to fill both short- and long-term water supply gaps. Critical was the installation of wells that the Town could use in the short-term to meet deficits in water supply and to provide needed information to develop a long-term program for the sustainable use of the underlying groundwater basin. RMC also provided the field oversight and design experience for the drilling program funded by the SRF-ARRA funding received, including the drilling of two replacement municipal supply wells using dual-tube reverse-circulation rotary drilling-technology, and was part of the team conducting a subsequent phase of the program for the Esposti Park Well that included well redevelopment (required as the well had sat idle for several years prior to this phase of work), additional pump testing and water quality analyses, and a feasibility study to determine the most appropriate wellhead treatment technology for the well. Groundwater Characterization and Recharge Study, City of Modesto Project Manager/Engineer. Acted as RMC s project manager and participated as part of a larger project team conducting a recent groundwater study for the City of Modesto funded through a grant from the Local Groundwater Assistance Program. RMC prepared the LGA grant on behalf of the City to fund the project, a first step in the City s Managed Aquifer Recharge (MAR) Program to develop strategies for recharge and recovery of treated surface water. The project involved foundational aquifer characterization through construction of nine large-scale hydrogeological cross sections, an evaluation of groundwater quality data to select favorable locations for MAR projects, and the identification and prioritization of potential recharge sites. Groundwater Basin Salt and Nutrient Management Plan, Cities of Paso Robles and Atascadero, Templeton, San Miguel and Heritage Ranch Community Services District, Camp Roberts and San Luis Obispo County Deputy Project Manager. RMC led the project team preparing this SNMP, and directly conducted the stakeholder outreach, identifying the appropriate groups and forums for discussion regarding plan development. Leslie acted as technical lead for the basin assimilative capacity analysis and anti-degradation analysis, both requirements elements of the SNMP. The team used a GIS-based simulation tool to calculate salinity and nitrogen loading to the underlying groundwater basin based on land cover, applied water types, and other relevant data attributes. The results of these analyses were used to develop basin management strategies and a groundwater monitoring plan for the Paso Robles Groundwater Basin. Groundwater Master Plan, City of Sacramento Deputy Project Manager. RMC is developing a Groundwater Master Plan with the goal of optimizing existing groundwater infrastructure use and identifying additional infrastructure required to reliably meet projected future demands. We are working with City staff to identify current groundwater resources and O&M issues, as well as providing recommendations for operational improvements and new facilities. Groundwater Ordinance Support, Merced County Technical Support. Assisted Merced County in the development and implementation of a groundwater ordinance to improve groundwater management in the county in response to drought, reduced surface water supplies, increased groundwater use, increased acreage of irrigated agriculture, and the onset of relatively rapid land subsidence. 2 of 2

42 Duncan MacEwan, Ph.D. Principal Economist, ERA Economics Bio: Duncan is a founding partner of the agriculture and resource economics consultancy ERA Economics, based in Davis, California. Duncan previously worked as a consultant economist with CH2M and concurrently held a position as a postdoctoral scholar in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics at the University of California at Davis. He is a recognized expert in the economics of water and irrigated agriculture and in the use of mathematical modeling and statistics to assess the impacts of water resource policies on agricultural production. He has recently managed projects on several local economic feasibility studies, regulatory impact analyses, benefit-cost analyses, and EIR/S support for Sites Reservoir, Kern River, and other state and federal water storage projects. Education Ph.D., Economic Geography, University of California, Davis, 2011 M.S., Agricultural and Resource Economics, University of California, Davis, 2008 B.S., Mathematical Economics, California State University, Long Beach, 2006 Professional Membership Member, 2008 Present, American Agricultural and Applied Economics Association Member, 2010 Present, Australian Agricultural and Resource Economics Society Member, 2016 Present, California Water and Environmental Modeling Forum Selected Projects Fiscal Impact Analysis of Proposed Pesticide Regulations, Pyrethroid Working Group, Sacramento, CA, 2017 Present. The analysis involves a comprehensive fiscal and economic impact analysis of proposed pyrethroid insecticide regulations. The analysis quantifies the economic benefits of current pyrethroid-based insecticides used for pest control in California and across the west. Crops include leafy greens, stone fruit, nuts, vineyards, and vegetables. The results of the analysis are integrated into a series of farm financial models and used to evaluate the impact of banning pyrethroid use on farm net income and risk, considering alternative chemicals, costs, and export market restrictions. CalCannabis Cultivation Program Standardized Economic Impact Assessment (SRIA), California Department of Food and Agriculture, Sacramento, CA, 2016 Present. Estimate the economic impacts of medical cannabis cultivation regulations and other licensing requirements. Work with CDFA staff to develop and interpret components of the regulations, work with Department of Finance (DOF) economists to review the method and approach, and engage in cannabis industry outreach. The analysis is included in a preliminary SRIA that has been submitted and approved by Department of Finance. Pressurized Irrigation Feasibility Study (with Davids Engineering), South San Joaquin Irrigation District, Manteca, CA, Developed a comprehensive framework to evaluate the economic and financial feasibility of providing district-wide pressurized irrigation water to growers. The analysis established the economic value of irrigation water supply to district growers, including willingness and ability to pay. Presented findings at a series of Board meetings, and reviewed technical results with district staff.

43 Transitioning to Sustainable Groundwater Management: Case Study of the Kings-Tulare Groundwater Basin (with RMC Water and Environment) California Water Foundation. Developed an integrated economic and hydrologic model of the Kings-Tulare groundwater subbasin and used that model to evaluate the economic implications of sustainable groundwater management alternatives under SGMA. The project relied on the SWAP economic model and DWR s C2VSim surface-groundwater simulation model. The study cumulated in a series of reports and a peerreviewed publication describing the hydroeconomic modeling approach, conclusions, and insights for basin management in other areas. Kern Delta Water Allocation Plan Supplemental EIR, Kern Delta Water District, Bakersfield, CA, 2015 Present. Estimate the economic impacts of changes in surface water supply and groundwater pumping in Kern Delta Water District and areas north of the Kern River. The analysis will be used in the Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (SEIR) prepared in support of the Kern River Water Allocation Plan. The economic analysis includes the development of a linked groundwater and economic model that is used to estimate agricultural water use, production, and economic value under project alternatives. Economic Contributions of Agriculture, Santa Clara County Agricultural Commissioner, Gilroy, CA, Survey agricultural producers, processors, and distributors to collect financial information in order to quantify the economic value generated by agriculture in Santa Clara County. The study estimated the total economic activity, taxes, jobs, and revenues generated by the industry and ancillary industries. Results were presented to the County Board and stakeholders at a series of meetings. California Agriculture Off-Road Vehicle Emissions Regulatory Impact Analysis, California Air Resources Board. Sacramento, CA, Developed an integrated economic modeling framework that ARB can use to assess the economic impacts of increased regulatory costs for California growers. The economic decision support framework can assess the fiscal impacts and direct, indirect, and induced socioeconomic impacts of new air emission regulations at the farm, local, and statewide levels. Biological Opinion Remand EIS, Bureau of Reclamation, Sacramento, CA, Developed and implemented the SWAP model for analysis of EIS alternatives. Linked the SWAP model to the CALSIM water model using the on-farm delivery conversion tool, summarized economic impacts to agriculture by major water delivery region. Yolo Bypass Environmental Impact Statement / Environental Impact Report, United States Bureau of Reclamation, Sacramento, CA, 2013 Present. Working with a team of consultants to assess the impact of changes in the frequency and duration of innundation in the Yolo Bypass to support fish habitat. Developed an integrated economic modeling framework used to assess the direct, indirect, and induced socioeconomic impacts of alternative project configurations. Selected Recent Publications Duncan MacEwan, M. Cayr, A. Taghavi, D. Mitchell, S. Hatchett, R. Howitt. (2017). Hydroeconomic Modeling of Sustainable Groundwater Management. Water Resources Research. 53. doi: /2016wr

44 Dawn N. Flores Water Resources Planner Experience 9 years Education M.S. Environmental Science & Management (Water Resources), University of California, Santa Barbara, 2007 B.S. Physical Geography, University of California, Santa Barbara, 2003 Affiliations California Stormwater Quality Association Summary Dawn has a background in environmental science and planning as it relates to water resources management. She is experienced in water resources planning, grant writing, water quality evaluation, climate change evaluation, advanced data analysis, water resources modeling, and cartography. Dawn s water resources modeling experience includes the use of Water Evaluation and Planning System (WEAP) and Watershed Analysis Risk Management Framework (WARMF). Dawn serves as a company GIS lead, and is experienced in advanced GIS applications including spatial analysis, geodatabases, spatial statistics, and terrain analysis. Dawn is also familiar with NEPA and CEQA legislation. Relevant Experience Santa Barbara County Long-Term Supplemental Water Supply Alternatives Report, Santa Barbara County Water Agency Project Planner. Woodard & Curran worked with the Santa Barbara County Water Agency to develop a comprehensive characterization of all local, regional and inter-regional potential supplemental water supply sources that could be used to meet localized demands within Santa Barbara County. The project involves coordination with over 40 stakeholders responsible for the management of water supply in the County to examine both individual supply options as well as identify larger-scale regional programs that would leverage existing imported water infrastructure and supply to better optimize local and potentially new imported supply sources. Dawn was responsible for calculating stormwater supply availability using a combination of historical data and the WEAP model, calculating unit costs for supply options, developing technical memoranda, and assisted in developing the final report. Santa Barbara County Integrated Regional Water Management Program Project Planner. Woodard & Curran worked with the Santa Barbara County Region to update its IRWM Plan. Dawn was responsible for working with the climate change working group to develop the climate change adaptation and mitigation portion of the plan which involved the identification of climate change impacts, prioritization of vulnerabilities, identification of adaptation and greenhouse gas mitigation strategies, development of a climate change objective/target, and incorporation of climate change into project prioritization. Coachella Valley Integrated Regional Water Management Program, Mission Springs Water District Project Planner. Woodard & Curran worked with various agencies in the Coachella Valley to create an integrated regional water management plan (IRWMP), in addition to writing grant applications for Proposition 84 Planning and Implementation grants. Dawn provided GIS support to this planning effort, including creation of maps, development of shapefiles and analysis of spatial data. 20x2020 Plan, California Urban Water Conservation Council GIS Specialist. This project involves working with state conservation leaders to develop a method to determine baseline and target conservation per capita use of a 20% reduction statewide by 2020, as well as participating in implementation options planning on a state level. Dawn has provided GIS support by developing a series of maps to show each region s general area in contrast to its evapotranspiration rate. 1 of 2

45 Dawn N. Flores Groundwater Recharge with Recycled Water Feasibility Study, City of Lancaster GIS Specialist. This study assesses the feasibility of supplementing a proposed imported water (SWP) banking project with recycled water. Dawn s responsibilities include creating and updating GIS maps, and creating project area schematics. Central Los Angeles County Regional Water Recycling Project GIS Specialist. Several water agencies in central Los Angeles County, including Glendale Water and Power, Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, Pasadena Water and Power, and Foothill Municipal Water District, have partnered to develop a project concept to maximize the beneficial uses of unused recycled water. Dawn is creating and updating GIS maps which show projects relationship to existing recycled water resources. Recycled Water Facilities Planning Study, City of Palmdale GIS Specialist. This project assesses the feasibility of alternatives for expanding recycled water use to secure a reliable future water supply. Responsibilities include creating and updating GIS maps to show potential recycled water options in relationship to existing and future demand. Recycled Water Seasonal Storage, El Dorado Irrigation District GIS Specialist. This project involves the site selection and design of recycled water seasonal storage and a review of related regulations, funding resources research, and stakeholder outreach. Dawn created maps of alternative pipelines and reservoirs, and performed a terrain analysis to allow for the determination of the feasibility and cost of alignment options. Upper Santa Ana River Watershed Integrated Regional Water Management Plan Update Project Manager. Woodard & Curran worked with the Upper Santa Ana River Watershed IRWM Region to update its IRWM Plan. This work included revising objectives and strategies, incorporating information to allow the IRWM Plan to meet Proposition 84 standards, and reviewing chapters to ensure they re written in a consistent voice, and developing a process for incorporating the IRWM Plan into the area s Regional Urban Water Management Plan. Greater Los Angeles County Integrated Regional Water Management Program Project Planner. Woodard & Curran worked with the Greater Los Angeles County Integrated Regional Water Management Region to update its IRWM Plan. Part of this work included the development of a series of objective and target technical memorandums, and sub-regional plans to be used in the update of the IRWM Plan, as well as an online database for the tracking of new water management projects. Woodard & Curran was also responsible for writing two successful Proposition 84 IRWM Implementation grant applications, managing stakeholder and technical input from two of five planning sub-regions. Dawn assisted in the development of the region s subregional plans, supply target technical memorandum, and the IRWM Plan update. Dawn was also responsible for drafting portions of the implementation grant applications, working directly with agencies whose projects are included in the application, providing memorandums conveying the sub-region s planning needs and input regarding the Los Angeles County IRWMP. She prioritized projects for each sub-region to allow each steering committee to better decide the projects to put forward for the IRWM application. San Diego Integrated Regional Water Management Program Project Planner. Woodard & Curran worked with the Santa Diego Region to update its IRWM Plan. Dawn was responsible for the development of a Climate Change Study that was be used in the update of the San Diego IRWM Plan. This work involved working with a climate change workgroup to identify climate change impacts, prioritize of vulnerabilities, identify adaptation and greenhouse gas mitigation strategies, develop a climate change objective/target, and develop a method to incorporate climate change into project prioritization. 2 of 2

46 Charles L. Gardiner Profile Charles Gardiner has more than 30 years of experience in program management, communications strategies, stakeholder facilitation, and team and organizational capacity building. He has managed public outreach and environmental review activities for environmental and infrastructure programs in water resources, wastewater, energy, hazardous waste, rail, transportation, climate change, and emergency preparedness throughout the United States. He has developed public engagement strategies and coordinated public information and education programs, community outreach and promotional projects, and social marketing and behavior change programs. Mr. Gardiner is trained in conflict mediation, facilitation, and public decision-making techniques. He facilitates program management teams, multi-agency coordination, public meetings, stakeholder workshops, advisory committees, and independent review processes. His technical and policy training helps clients integrate diverse issues and improve organization capabilities to reach program, stakeholder, and community goals. Selected Project Experience WATER & NATURAL RESOURCES Expertise Program Management and Performance Stakeholder Facilitation and Public Engagement Board, Executive, and Collaborative Decisionmaking Organizational Capacity Building Conflict Mediation Environmental Review Education B.A., Chemistry and Political Science, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Mediation and Conflict Management Training, PennACCORD Affiliations Water Environment Federation American Water Works Association Association of California Water Agencies Work History 2010 to present, President, The Catalyst Group 1994 to 2010, Principal, CirclePoint 1989 to 1994, National Manager for Public Involvement, CH2M HILL 1986 to 1989, Project Manager, Regina Villa Associates Facilitator and Outreach Manager, Merced Integrated Regional Water Management Plan, Merced Irrigation District Mr. Gardiner managed outreach and stakeholder engagement for the Merced IRWM Plan to improve water, wastewater, and flood management for the region. He completed a community assessment to identify key issues and opinion leaders and recommended participation in the Regional Advisory Committee established by the governing entities. Mr. Gardiner facilitated the 39-member advisory committee through a one-year planning process to develop the draft and final plan, consistent with state guidelines, and to identify and propose priority projects for state funding. Communications Manager, Delta Levees Investment Strategy, Delta Stewardship Council Mr. Gardiner is managing the communications program as part of the consulting team preparing a long-term investment strategy to reduce risks of levee failures and flooding in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. Working with the Delta Stewardship Council and the technical team he designed a six-phase decision process that incorporates agency coordination and stakeholder collaboration in the highly contentious Delta. He has helped design the decision support tool to support Council and stakeholder deliberation of the cost and risk tradeoffs associated with levee investments to protect property, infrastructure, water supply reliability, and to restore the Delta ecosystem. He prepared a comprehensive communications plan for the project and developed a multi-level outreach strategy for each project phase to reach local residents and businesses, technical specialists, flood management districts, regional and statewide water and environmental interests, state and federal agency leadership, and elected officials. Page 1

47 Charles L. Gardiner Communications Director, Central Valley Salinity Alternatives for Long-term Sustainability (CV-SALTS), Central Valley Regional Water Quality Control Board The CV-SALTS Program is a coordinated, multi-party effort to amend the Sacramento and San Joaquin Basin Plans to address salinity and nutrient management. Mr. Gardiner supports the CV-SALTS Executive Committee and the Public Outreach and Education Committee to identify priority outreach activities that will build understanding and support for the program at all levels from residents and farmers to legislators and funding organizations. The strategies include improved alignment and governance among existing participants and developing existing participants as effective spokespeople and advocates for the planning process and future implementation. Project Director, Long-term Water Supply Plan Communications Strategy, Marin Municipal Water District Mr. Gardiner provided strategic counsel and communications guidance for the District s long-term water supply planning and decision-making, water conservation programs, and rate setting processes. He provided strategic direction on synthesizing and presenting more than 18 years of analysis and debate into a cohesive problem statement and package of potential solutions for consideration by the public and the District s Board of Directors. He and his team have developed a comprehensive communications program to inform and involve ratepayers and opinion leaders in the decision process and the Board s rate setting activities. Communications Manager, Groundwater Charge Zone of Benefit Study, Santa Clara Valley Water District. Mr. Gardiner is managing the public outreach program for the Santa Clara Valley Water District s updates to the zones of benefit for groundwater management programs. The District uses the charge zones to assess fees to support groundwater management programs, including storage, recharge, conservation, and recycled water. The outreach program includes urban and agricultural users, water retailers, environmental organizations, and standing advisory committees to the Board of Directors. Executive Director, Delta Vision Foundation Mr. Gardiner served as the contract executive director of the Delta Vision Foundation. The Delta Vision Foundation was formed in 2008 by the members of the Governor s Delta Vision Blue Ribbon Task Force to track, monitor, and encourage implementation of the Delta Vision Strategic Plan, a blueprint for addressing decades of conflict in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. Mr. Gardiner developed and implemented a comprehensive evaluation of progress, organizational leadership and effectiveness, and results. The annual Delta Vision Report Card has presented the results of the evaluation and more than 100 recommendations for action and improvement by state and federal agencies and stakeholders. He has also convened and facilitated stakeholder meetings to develop recommendations on critical issues, including levees, water storage, regional water management, funding and financing, and alignment among state and federal plans and initiatives. Principal Policy Analyst and Facilitator, One Million Acre-feet Challenge, California Forward and California Economic Summit Mr. Gardiner convened water leaders across California to develop sustainable funding and governance recommendations for the California Economic Summit. Using an integrated policy synthesis approach, he built on previous policy analysis and worked with thought leaders to develop funding concepts and proposed pilot efforts that are feasible and politically viable for presentation to business leaders and infrastructure investment advocates. Following the Summit, he is working with the Summit Action Teams (Working Landscapes, Infrastructure, Housing, and Workforce) to refine the 2016 Action Plan to achieve three objectives: (1) Develop and advance integrated regional and watershed management solutions that connect headwaters and users, as well as urban and rural communities; (2) Identify limitations and advocate for changes in law or practice that prevent interagency coordination and alignment; and (3) Address the needs of disadvantaged communities to improve water quality, reliability, and affordability. Page 2

48 Charles L. Gardiner Facilitator and Program Coordinator, Cache Slough Complex Restoration Planning, Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy Mr. Gardiner is the facilitator and coordinator for Phase 1 of the Cache Slough Complex Restoration Planning project. The project is a collaborative effort among State agencies, Solano and Yolo Counties, the Solano County Water Agency, local reclamation districts, and landowners to identify restoration opportunities that are most compatible with the regional economy, agriculture, flood management, and water supply. During Phase 1, the participants are identifying, mapping, and visualizing available data and information to define the resource management questions that will shape the Phase 2 decision-making on opportunities, priorities, and implementation principles. Lead Facilitator, San Joaquin River Restoration Program, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, National Marine Fisheries Service, and California Departments of Water Resources and Fish & Game After more than 18 years of litigation, the U.S. Department of the Interior and the Friant Water Users Authority reached a settlement with a coalition of environmental organizations that filed suit in The settlement calls for restoring the river and reestablishing a sustainable salmon population while simultaneously implementing a water management plan to reduce the impact to agricultural and urban water users on the river. Mr. Gardiner has conducted stakeholder assessments and established technical feedback groups to inform and involve river stakeholders. He has served as lead facilitator for settling party consultation during implementation of the Settlement Agreement for restoring salmon to the San Joaquin River. He is facilitating the Restoration Goal Technical Feedback Group and preparing the 2015 Annual Report. He also directed public outreach activities supporting the restoration planning and environmental review. Performance Measures Strategist, Strategic Plan Update, Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy Mr. Gardiner serves as lead strategist in developing performance measures to track results and organizational effectiveness for the Delta Conservancy Strategic Plan Update. He integrated organizational objectives and State policy outcomes for the two co-equal goals to establish a workable framework for the Delta Conservancy within the larger context of long-term sustainability for the Delta. Principal-in-Charge, Los Vaqueros Reservoir Expansion Project Public Outreach Program, Contra Costa Water District, Bureau of Reclamation, and Department of Water Resources Mr. Gardiner managed the public outreach program and agency coordination efforts for the Contra Costa Water District s expansion of the Los Vaqueros Reservoir to provide additional storage capacity as part of comprehensive solutions to the water and environmental conflicts on the Sacramento-San Joaquin Bay-Delta system. He coordinated agency and stakeholder involvement and team coordination for alternatives development, feasibility assessment, and environmental review. The project included the only successful public vote supporting a major storage project in the Bay-Delta system. The project is approved and construction was completed in Principal-in-Charge, San Luis Drainage Feature Re-Evaluation, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation Mr. Gardiner directed agency coordination, public involvement, and facilitation for this program to solve historic agricultural drainage problems on the west side of the San Joaquin Valley. Activities included issue identification through stakeholder interviews, meeting facilitation, stakeholder and elected official briefings, team coordination, and decision support. Key topics included drainage management approaches, drainage treatment and disposal options, and the environmental and economic impacts of potential solutions. Page 3

49 Enrique Lopezcalva Water Resources Practice Leader Experience 20 years Education M.S., Technology Policy, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1997 M. Eng., Environmental Engineering, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1996 B.S., Chemical Oceanography, Universidad Autonoma de Baja California, 1993 Affiliations American Water Works Association (member of Climate Change Committee and Water Resources Planning and Management Committee) International Water Association (member of two specialist groups: Modeling and Integrated Assessment, Watershed and River Basin Management) Summary Enrique Lopezcalva has 20 years of experience in the water industry including water resources systems analysis and planning; systems simulation modeling; climate change adaptation; probability and risk analysis; master planning; capital projects development and prioritization; and integrated infrastructure planning. He is co-author of the United States Environmental Protection Agency s Office of Research and Development Technical Report on Total Water Management and the California Department of Water Resources Climate Change Adaptation Handbook for regional water planning practitioners. He has authored 15 papers and presented at over 40 conferences in subjects that range from systems modeling, climate change adaptation, water-energy-climate nexus, capital improvements program definition and prioritization, and stakeholder involvement. Relevant Experience Amador County Long-Term Needs Study, Amador County Water Agency Senior Water Resources Planner. Enrique leads the analysis tasks for the preparation of a long-term needs study for the agency, that involves multiple scenarios of demand forecast, and the assessment of potential impacts of climate change and a Wild and Scenic river designation. Enrique leads a modeling team developing and using statistical models for demand and General Circulation Models (GCMs) climatic forecasts of climate change for the quantification of climate change impacts on water demand. Additionally, Enrique leads the hydrologic modeling using a WARM model developed previously for this area of the Mokelumne River, developing climate change impacted hydrographs and quantifying supply impacts. San Diego IRWM Plan Update Program Support, San Diego County Water Authority Water Resources Specialist. Enrique is part of the Program Management team providing technical expertise in water resources planning elements. As part of this program, Enrique has lead the development of a case study in the Lake Hodges catchment that demonstrates the benefits of implementing an Integrated Regional Water Management approach to watershed management. Enrique also conducted a hydrology analysis of Lake Hodges overflows under historical conditions as well as desired operations after the recent completion of Lake Hodges connection to Olivenhain Reservoir and thus the regional system. This analysis was conducted as part of Proposition 84 IRWM grant application to quantify project benefits. Enrique also leads the technical review and analysis associated with project assessments for grant applications and plan updates. Brackish Groundwater Development, Olivenhain Municipal Water District Hydrology Analysis. Enrique recently conducted an analysis of Lake Hodges overflows under historical conditions as well as desired operations after the recent completion of Lake Hodges connection to Olivenhain Reservoir and thus the 1 of 2

50 Enrique Lopezcalva regional system. This analysis was conducted as part of Proposition 84 IRWM grant application. A hydrology analysis will be conducted to serve as input to the groundwater analysis using the data and the systems model developed for that grant application. RMC will conduct the analysis based on historical data for the watershed, including Sutherland reservoir and its inflows, knowledge of the physical configuration and constraints in the system documented in the Lake Hodges Projects Reservoir Regulation Manual. RMC will determine the frequency and magnitude of overflows under different lake operating conditions and an overall water budget for the lake, as necessary, to inform the groundwater analysis. Santa Ana River Conservation and Conjunctive Use Project (SARCCUP), Santa Ana Watershed Project Authority Water Resources Specialist. Enrique is a part of the program management team for this regional $105-million program that includes the development of a regional groundwater bank with 180,000 AF of dry-year storage for Orange County Water District, Inland Empire Utilities Agency, San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District, Eastern Municipal Water District and Western Municipal Water District. Enrique assists the team in water resources planning elements. Coachella Valley IRWM Program Support, Coachella Valley Water District Program Manager. Managing the Regional Water Management Group program, providing multi-agency coordination and facilitation, planning updates, project solicitation and prioritization, communication with funding and regulatory agencies and the public, and grant application development. Total Water Management Technical Report, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Co-Author and Modeling Leader. Served as the lead content contributor for the development of the EPA Office of R&D Technical Report on Total Water Management (TWM). Developed a systems model and applied a TWM methodology in a case study for the City of Los Angeles included in the technical report. Report and model include climate change scenarios and options to develop rainwater capture, wet-weather runoff recharge at different scales, grey water systems, water conservation, dry weather urban runoff, and water recycling among other strategies. Seven Oaks Dam Water Conservation Study Economics Analysis, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Technical Lead and Modeler. Developed and applied a probabilistic model of water supply and economic benefits to assess the cost-benefit of projects and strategies at Seven Oaks Dam. Integrated Regional Project Water Management Project Assessment and Prioritization, Santa Ana Watershed Project Authority (SAWPA) Decision Support Lead. Developed a multi-criteria ranking model and a decision support process to evaluate and prioritize projects submitted to SAWPA for grant funding. Integrated Resources Plans and Long-Range Water Supply Plans, Various Clients (Cities of Los Angeles, San Diego, Santa Fe, NM, Edmond, OK; Eastern Municipal Water District; Western Municipal Water District; Otay Water District; Moulton Niguel Water District; Santa Fe Irrigation District; and Rancho California Water District) Project Manager/Deputy Project Manager/Modeling Lead. Managed projects and tasks on integrated resources plans for water supply; developed systems simulation models and other innovative analytical and interpretive tools to evaluate water supply portfolios and support multi-stakeholder, multi-objective, decision-making under risk and uncertainty, defining implementation strategies. Water Supply Reliability Assessment, Irvine Ranch Water District Deputy Project Manager and Technical Lead. Developed a methodology and a probabilistic model to assess the reliability of the District under different scenarios involving climate change, hydrology and seismic risk. The model was used to define the supply and capacity gaps for which capital investments were recommended. 2 of 2

51 Rob Morrow, P.E. Senior Water Resources Engineer Experience 17 years Education M.S., Environmental Engineering (Water Resources), UC Berkeley, 2003, cum laude B.E., Civil Engineering (Environmental), Vanderbilt University, 1998, summa cum laude Registration Professional Civil Engineer, California, #68916, 2005 Affiliations California Water Environment Association American Society of Civil Engineers American Water Works Association, California-Nevada Section American Water Works Association CA WateReuse, Los Angeles Chapter Summary Rob Morrow s 17 years of engineering experience centers on water resources projects with a focus on implementation of recycled water projects from concept to operation for applications ranging from agricultural irrigation to industrial reuse to potable reuse. He has led large and small recycled water master plans across California and has led integrated water resources planning projects that analyzed water supply and demand portfolios that include imported water supplies, surface water, groundwater, stormwater, rainwater, graywater, groundwater banking and in-lieu recharge. He is experienced with financial revenue and funding strategy planning as well as preparation of multiple successful state and federal grant and loans. Relevant Experience Water Environment & Reuse Foundation (WE&RF), White Paper on Groundwater Replenishment with Recycled Water on Agricultural Lands (Ag-GWR-RW) (WRRF 16-03) Project Manager. Rob is the project manager for the white paper, which is funded through the WE&RF Tailored Collaboration Research Program in combination with Sacramento County Regional San and The Nature Conservancy. The white paper white paper explores potential issues associated with implementation of Ag-GWR-RW and potential solutions, best practices, and research to address these issues. Topics considered in the white paper include: On-farm impacts to crops, agricultural operations, and soils; Protection of potable groundwater supplies; Groundwater quality concerns and solutions; Suitable recycled water quantity and quality; Suitable hydrogeology; Infrastructure requirements; Economic risks and benefits; Regulatory framework needed to make this practice feasible; and Institutional barriers. Recycled Water System Preliminary Design, City of Paso Robles Project Manager. Rob is leading the preliminary design of the first phase of City s recycled water distribution to delivery approximately 400 AFY of recycled water for landscape irrigation and approximately 1,000 AFY for vineyards irrigation. The Phase 1 system facilities includes roughly 24,000 LF of 24-inch pipe, 500 gpm pump station, three trenchless crossings, and system operational storage. The project included meeting with top potential landscape irrigation and agricultural irrigation customers to solicit design input and respond to concerns regarding recycled water use, including meeting specific water quality needs. The effort included an alignment evaluation, trenchless crossing evaluation, storage site evaluation, and supplemental water evaluation. Potable Reuse Facilities Plan, Goleta Water District Project Manager. Rob is leading preparation of a potable reuse feasibility study examining the potential for groundwater augmentation, raw water augmentation (to surface water treatment plant), and treated water augmentation (directly to potable system) alternatives for Goleta in comparison to expanding their existing non- 1 of 2

52 Rob Morrow, P.E. potable system and other identified potential supplies. A preferred alternative was selected based on cost considering existing and potential regulations and the associated treatment, storage, monitoring, and blending requirements; implementation schedule; implementation phasing potential; potable system operations; and public acceptance. San Jacinto Valley Water Supply Study, Eastern Municipal Water District Project Manager. Rob is leading preparation of a study that will define near-term (2025) and long-term (2045, buildout) water supply options for EMWD s eastern service area. Supply options include local groundwater rights, increased groundwater rights from planned recharge with imported water and recycled water, raw imported water from the State Water Project / Colorado River, and treated water from Metropolitan Water District. The study lays out near-term investments to address decreased groundwater supplies from the recent basin adjudication, lack of recharge supplies, and increased development activity while avoiding rate shocks. In the long-term, the study prioritizes incremental water supply investments to meet projected growth as demand milestones are met. Groundwater Basins Master Plan, Water Replenishment District of Southern California Project Engineer. Technical and strategic support for the development of a long-term plan for the Central and West Coast Groundwater Basins of southern Los Angeles County. Working closely with the basin pumpers and other stakeholders, the plan identified and evaluated alternatives for meeting anticipated future groundwater demands. Issues addressed included identification of additional potential sources of recycled water for providing groundwater replenishment via surface spreading and well injection and replacing non-potable groundwater demands by industrial users with recycled water. A set of projects, concepts and a roadmap for implementing them that meets the plan s goals and objectives was developed. Integrated Regional Water Management Plans, Los Angeles County Project Engineer. Was a contributing author and provided public workshop support for integrated plan involving six agencies and more than 50 other stakeholders. The plan addresses water supply, conservation, and recycling; water quality; habitat protection and restoration; wetland restoration; flood management; and recreation and public access. Valley Recycled Water System Analysis, Los Angeles Department of Water and Power Project Manager. Rob is currently leading an evaluation of LADWP s Valley non-potable system to address existing deficiencies, such as matching diurnal supply and demands to avoid the need for potable water supplement. Also, potential system improvements are being evaluted in expectation of large flows to groundwater recharge with recycled water to ensure continued service to the system s non-potable customers. The evaluation includes investigation of diurnal wastewater flows, wastewater treatment process capacities, recycled water pump station and wet well capacity, diurnal customer demands, system and customer storage, and recharge delivery scenarios. The analysis includes a detailed evalution of customer demand patterns, hydraulic modeling of existing and future scenarios, and evaluation of alternatives to address deficiencies. Sterling Recycled Water Center / Groundwater Recharge Project, East Valley Water District Project Manager. Rob is leading the program, permitting/approvals, and funding aspects of the project, which includes construction of a new 10 mgd MBR plant with conveyance to recharge ponds. Rob is developing the Groundwater Recharge with Recycled Water Engineering Report to obtain SWRCB approval and RWQCB permit. Efforts include coordination with SWRCB DDW, RWQCB, USFWS, CDFW, and multiple local public agencies responsible for groundwater management, basin recharge, stormwater management, and habitat conservation. Funding efforts are focused on positioning for local, state, and federal grant funds and preparation of a SRF application for a low interest loan. In addition, Rob is supporting the legal team on the CWC 1211 Petition process, the consultant preparing a CEQA+ document, and the design-build entity. 2 of 2

53 Frank Qian, P.E. Water Resources Engineering Experience 2.5 years Education M.S., Environmental Engineering, University of California, Berkeley B.S., Environmental Engineering, University of California, Berkeley Registration Professional Engineer #85686, California, 2016 Affiliations Member, American Society of Civil Engineers Member, California Water and Environmental Modeling Forum Summary Frank Qian s work focuses on water resources engineering and hydrologic modeling. His experience includes setting-up water resources models and software such as a MODFLOW, Integrated Water Flow Model (IWFM), macro-scale hydrologic model (VIC), and the integrated surface water and groundwater model (SacIWRM). He also has advanced programming experience in MATLAB, serving as a graduate student instructor for University of California, Berkeley s (UC Berkeley) engineering MATLAB course. Frank has experience working for UC Berkeley s Environmental Fluid Mechanics and Hydrology Group and MWH Global on a variety of engineering design and research projects. He has experience designing and operating environmental simulations, maintaining and running various laboratory analysis equipment, data analysis, programming, data summarization, report writing, and editing. Relevant Experience Water Budget Framework, Department of Water Resources Project Engineer. Project involved development of water budget framework to facilitate understanding of water budget components for groundwater sustainability plans under the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act. Frank established mapping between California Water Plan and C2VSIM water budget components and identified inconsistencies between the two. Using the C2VSIM, CWP data was incorporated to develop a more updated and consistent version of the model for analysis of the Tulare Lake hydrologic region. The revised model was used to develop a water budget of the Tulare Lake hydrologic region. Water budget components were defined to be consistent with local understanding and a 3-D water budget schematic was developed to aid in understanding of the behavior of the components. Model components were revised and grouped into system budgets for a better physical understanding of the water system. South Westside Basin Sustainability Plan, City of San Bruno Project Engineer. Updated Groundwater Management Plan (GWMP) to a Groundwater Sustainability Plan. Using the South Westside Basin GWMP, relevant new data and sections were incorporated into the report to update basin understanding and create a document adhering to the Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) regulations set by the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act. Frank collected data from a number of available public sources and updated the sections of the GWMP accordingly. Indian Wells Valley Salt & Nutrient Management Plan Loading Analysis, Indian Wells Valley Water District Project Engineer. Conducted a salt and nutrient analysis of the Indian Wells Valley groundwater basin using a spatially based mass balance tool representing totally dissolved solids (TDS) and nitrogen on an annual average basis. Frank developed a GIS-based salt and nutrient loading model and completed loading analysis of Indian Wells Basin. He collected and analyzed water quality data representative of the conditions in the basin. This data was 1 of 2

54 Frank Qian, P.E. then used to create spatially variable aquifer parameters and develop loading rates necessary to conduct the loading analysis and determine TDS and nitrate loads on the basin from various sources. Sacramento Valley Simulation Model, Department of Water Resources Project Engineer. Developed finite element model grid for the Integrated Water Flow Model (IWFM) of the Sacramento Valley. Frank prepared data files using GIS to import into GMS to create a model grid adhering to existing boundaries including Bulletin 118, streams, counties, and surficial geology. The automatically generated grid was then manually refined to optimize model run time. Following grid development, Frank used IWFM tools to assign stream nodes and reaches, designated model subregions, and conducted data matching to assign C2VSIM small watersheds to the Sacramento Valley. Monterey Plus Revised EIR, Department of Water Resources Project Engineer. Evaluated several MODFLOW groundwater models for the suitability of modeling the effects of groundwater banking and recovery on local groundwater levels in and around the Kern Water Bank in Kern County, California. Frank reviewed data sources used in the existing models and worked on recalibration of the model once data inconsistencies were resolved. Other responsibilities included establishing future condition projection model scenarios and preparing the necessary recharge, pumping, and land use data, and developing tables and figures summarizing model results. Historic Climate Change Impact Analysis, Metropolitan Water District of Southern California Project Engineer. Modeled the effects of changes in temperature on unimpaired streamflows in the Central Valley of California. Frank collected and processed historic temperature and precipitation data and used the variable infiltration capacity (VIC) flow routing model to simulate streamflows at 19 locations throughout California. Resulting streamflows were processed and analyzed to see impacts to the unimpaired flows to the Central Valley. E&J Gallo Winery Groundwater Impact Assessment, Wood Rodgers Project Engineer. Aided in the development and modeling analysis of the impact of vineyard plantations on local groundwater using the Sacramento Area Integrated Water Resources Model (SacIWRM). His responsibilities included setting-up land use and pumping data files, output processing of groundwater depletion, and GIS mapping of model results. Regional Groundwater Model Update, Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) Project Engineer. Developed parameters for modeling subsurface flows based on groundwater elevation data and head gradients and created spreadsheets to process and compare water budgets derived from model outputs. Frank also aided in the development of a tool to compare simulated water levels at specified wells between different model runs. South Westside Basin Shallow Groundwater Study, City of San Bruno Project Engineer. Collected data for groundwater elevations, water quality, and lithology for the South Westside basin. He compiled data from a variety of sources and created tables summarizing water quality data, maps for subsurface lithology and groundwater elevations, and conducted ion balances on water quality data. 2 of 2

55 Ali Taghavi, Ph.D., P.E. Principal, Senior Water Resources Engineer Experience 30 years Summary Dr. Ali Taghavi is experienced in water resources planning, management and engineering. His expertise includes integrated hydrologic and watershed analysis; integrated water management planning and investigations; surface and groundwater, water quality, reservoirs operations, conveyance and distribution systems operations, water demand forecasting, wastewater systems evaluation, groundwater flow and contaminant transport modeling; agricultural land and water use analysis; and urban water conservation and management plans. As a recognized expert in integrated hydrologic and water resources modeling and data management, Ali was a key member of the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation s development team for the Integrated Groundwater and Surface Water Model (IGSM). He co-authored the model code and has since applied the model to number of river basins in the U.S. He has developed an optimization model for waste treatment technology assessment, and a multi-reservoir simulation model for the San Joaquin River Basin in California. Ali has served as the program manager for the statewide water resources and technical services contract for the DWR, during which he successfully managed a number of projects related to the Integrated Regional Water Management Program for the DWR s regional and local partners, as well as the state-wide programs for the DWR. Relevant Experience Education Ph.D., Civil Engineering, University of California, Davis, 1989 M.S., Civil Engineering, University of California, Davis, 1984 B.S., Civil Engineering, University of California, Berkeley, 1981 Registration Professional Engineer, California, #50494 Professional Engineer, Arizona #50602 Affiliations: American Society of Civil Engineers American Water Resources Association Groundwater Resources Association California Water and Environment Modeling Forum Development of Refined Version of California Central Valley Integrated Groundwater-Surface-Water Model for Central Valley (C2VSIM-FG), California Department of Water Resources Project Director. Developed a refined version of the C2VSim for use in regional and local project evaluations in the Central Valley. The finite element grid for the C2VSIM model was refined to a small scale to support the regional applications of the model. The existing model input data sets were converted to the refined grid. Project included reviewing the exiting C2VSIM model input and output files, documentation, GIS shapefiles, and background data; and developing a refined model finite element grid using exiting and latest hydrogeological and GIS data for the Central Valley. Graphical processors were developed on ArcGIS platform, as well as Fortran code to convert and map the model input data files. The resulting model is a new version that DWR has adopted for evaluation of groundwater and hydrologic conditions at the regional and local scale. Groundwater Sustainability Evaluation, California Water Foundation Project Director. The purpose of this project was to evaluate the state of the groundwater basin under a sustainable hydrologic and economic condition. A pilot study area was identified to be the Kings groundwater basin, in the context of the larger Tulare groundwater basin. Project included the use of refined version of the Central Valley simulation model (C2VSim) to define two baseline conditions under the existing and future levels of development. The project also included the use of Statewide Agricultural Production (SWAP) model integrated with the C2VSim. A sustainability criteria and index was developed, and hydrologic and groundwater conditions were simulated to attain the sustainable conditions, resulting in a series of response functions that would guide assessment of economic impacts, 1 of 2

56 Ali Taghavi, Ph.D., P.E. and effects on cropping patterns to attain sustainable economic conditions. The study results assist in developing guidelines for valley wide and statewide groundwater sustainability. Central Valley Groundwater Assessment, The Nature Conservancy Project Director. The goals of this project were to evaluate the interaction of surface water and groundwater resources in the Central Valley. This study used the C2VSim as the main analytical tool to evaluate the hydrologic conditions. The project included an assessment of the historical hydrologic conditions in Central Valley, as summarized by each Hydrologic Region. This included presentation of the effects of agricultural and urban development, building of water transmission and conveyance infrastructure, construction and operation of surface storage facilities, and increased use of surface water and groundwater in the Valley. The project also included evaluation of the conditions under the baseline scenario, where the status of development would continue in the future. In addition, the project included evaluation of impacts on surface water, groundwater, and surface water/groundwater interaction of potential water transfer scenarios, increased agricultural growth, and increased groundwater use in the Valley. Canyon Basin Operating Plan, Eastern Municipal Water District Project Manager. The parties to the Settlement Agreement between the Soboba tribe and the water districts in the San Jacinto Groundwater Basin had agreed to develop an operating plan to support, guide and provide quantitative measures on annual operations of the Canyon Sub-basin without impacting the Soboba Tribe s right and/or capability to produce groundwater from the basin. RMC developed the background hydrologic and operational data, analyzed the information, and worked with the Plan participants, including Eastern MWD, Lake Hemet MWD, and the Soboba Tribe to develop a set of robust and workable operating guidelines for the operation of the Canyon Sub-basin. San Jacinto Groundwater Basin Model Update, Eastern Municipal Water District Project Manager. A groundwater model was developed for the San Jacinto Groundwater Basin in 2002 to investigate the historical hydrologic conditions in the basin as well as to provide a tool to support the groundwater basin planning and management, as well as development of the water management plan for the Hemet/San Jacinto Groundwater Management Area. Eastern MWD and Hemet-San Jacinto Water Management area Watermaster retained RMC to confirm the conceptual hydrogeologic model, update the MODFLOW-based numerical model, add/modify simulation features and packages, and re-calibrate the model to the latest information and data collected since the completion of the original model. In close coordination with EMWD, the Watermaster, and the project Advisory Panel, RMC updated the model, re-calibrated the model using both manual method, as well as automated method using the PEST software, and developed a baseline condition scenario and performed simulations for several water management scenarios to evaluate the impacts on the groundwater system. Riverside-Arlington Basin Groundwater Management Plan and Groundwater Model Development, City of Riverside and Western Municipal Water District Joint Project Project Director. This project involved the development of a comprehensive groundwater model to evaluate the state of the basin and to be used for evaluation of various water supply projects. The project also included development of two groundwater management plans, one for the Riverside and one for the Arlington basin. Ali was the principal-incharge for this project. Hemet-San Jacinto Groundwater Management Area, Basin Assessment Report (BAR) and Integrated Water Management Plan (IWMP), Department of Water Resources (in coordination with the Local Partners) Project Director. The operational yield of the management area was estimated and, along with other analyses, used as the basis for determination of the combination and size of conjunctive use projects identified and considered for the BAR and IWMP. The analyses developed were used as part of technical information for development of the groundwater management principles among the Study Partners. The results of the BAR and IWMP determined specific projects to pursue for the next phase of feasibility investigation, design, and potential construction. 2 of 2

57 Education Ph.D., Agricultural Engineering, University of Arizona, Tucson M.S., Agricultural Engineering, South Dakota State University, Brookings B.S., Agricultural Engineering, South Dakota State University, Brookings Registration Civil Engineer, CA No. C56194 Years of Experience: 25 Years Distinguishing Qualifications Agricultural Water Management and Efficient Water Management Practices Complex water balance development Quantification of spatially distributed groundwater recharge and pumping Bryan P. Thoreson, Ph.D., P. E. Water Budgets, IDC Models and Agricultural Water Management Relevant Experience Senior Technical Reviewer, Yuba Groundwater Model Phase I Development-Surface Layer Processes, Yuba County Water Agency, Yuba County, CA. For Yuba County Water Agency (YCWA), Dr. Thoreson served as a senior reviewer for developing an IWFM Demand Calculator (IDC) application including detailed water budgets for agricultural, urban, and native land uses. Dr. Thoreson reviewed inputs related to additional surface layer processes as part of a broader IWFM application being developed, including historical diversion time series and associated parameters. This effort built upon detailed water budgets prepared as part of the Agency s 2012 and 2015 Agricultural Water Management Plans (AWMPs). Additionally, Dr. Thoreson led the initial water budget preparation for the Agency s 2012 AWMP. Project Manager, SGMA Data Collection and Analysis, Madera County, Madera, CA. Dr. Thoreson served as the project manager for the SGMA Data Collection and Analysis projects for the Chowchilla and Madera Subbasins in Madera County. The objective in both subbasins was to identify significant data gaps to be addressed in order to support preparation of required GSPs by The technical approach inventoried all data needed to prepare a GSP based DWR s GSP regulations and anticipated projects and management actions to achieve sustainability. Dr. Thoreson prepared a conceptual water budget for each subbasin to identify all applicable water use sectors and water source types as required by the GSP regulations. Data gaps were revealed by comparing available data obtained from local and public sources to the data needs and recommendations to fill data gaps were developed. Lead Engineer, IWFM Demand Calculator Parameter Development, Yolo County, CA. Dr. Thoreson served as lead engineer on this project to review and calibrate the soil and irrigation management input parameters used in the Integrated Water Flow Model (IWFM) Demand Calculator (IDC) for the Yolo County IWFM (YCIWFM) application. The IDC was used to develop estimates of agriculture water demand and parse the demand between applied water (surface water or groundwater) and precipitation. Dr. Thoreson conducted a comprehensive literature review of soil drainage characteristics to serve as the basis for IDC calibration. Project Manager and Lead Engineer, Agricultural Water Demand Determinations and Water Budget Projects. Dr. Thoreson has served as project manager and lead engineer for agricultural water demand determinations and development of water budgets for numerous irrigation and water districts. Technical aspects of Dr. Thoreson s work involved estimating agricultural applied water demands and using a root zone water budget to estimate evapotranspiration (ET) of applied water, often based on remotely sensed ET. In each of these projects, Dr. Thoreson worked closely with local staff to develop the water demand estimates and water budgets. Dr. Thoreson has assisted water suppliers with development of a semi-automatic water budget tool that assembles data from supplier databases to develop the water budget and associated components. The following is a partial list of the entities and time periods for which Dr. Thoreson has led or substantially contributed to development of agricultural water demand determinations and water budgets. Agricultural water demand and water balances completed: 1. Imperial Irrigation District ( completed by Dr. Thoreson, District completed with tool) 2. Turlock Irrigation District ( completed by Dr. Thoreson, District completed with tool) 3. Sonoma County Water Agency ( completed by Dr. Thoreson) 4. Yuba County Water Agency ( ) 5. Oakdale Irrigation District ( ) 6. South San Joaquin Irrigation District ( ) 7. Merced Irrigation District ( ) 8. Stony Creek Fan Area includes Orland Unit Water Users Association, Orland-Artois Water District, Glen Colusa Irrigation District and surrounding groundwater pumpers ( ) 9. Chowchilla Water District ( ) 10. Glenn-Colusa Irrigation District ( ) 11. Orland Unit Water Users Association ( ) 12. RD108 Water District ( ) 13. Dunnigan Water District ( ) 14. Solano Irrigation District ( ) 15. Benton Irrigation District in Washington 1

58 BRYAN P. THORESON, PH.D., P. E. Senior Technical Reviewer, Groundwater Management Investigation, Dunnigan Water District, Dunnigan, CA. Dr. Thoreson served as senior technical reviewer on this AB303 grant-funded project to assess sustainable groundwater yield in the Dunnigan Water District through a detailed assessment of historical land and water use. A detailed water balance model was developed to assess future land use, water demand and water supply availability scenarios, allowing the District to assess the vulnerability of groundwater resources to potential overdraft. The model and associated analysis revealed the importance of limiting groundwater pumping through the importation of supplemental surface water supplies. The project involved public outreach and resulted in a robust District groundwater monitoring program and related data management system. Lead Engineer, Water Management Planning, Turlock Irrigation District, Turlock, CA. In 1998, Dr. Thoreson developed a database to complete a 25-year monthly water budget for Turlock Irrigation District in support of the District s Agricultural Water Management Plan (AWMP). This AWMP was developed under the guidelines of the Agricultural Water Management Council created by the Agricultural Water Suppliers Efficient Water Management Practices Act and approved in Dr. Thoreson served as the project manager and lead engineer for updating the water balance through 2008 and to update the initial AWMP. An assessment of accuracy and computation of confidence intervals (uncertainty) for each flow path in the water balance was also completed. In 2011, Dr. Thoreson led the development of a semi-automated TID water balance application to be utilized by TID staff. The application was programmed in an MS Access database. With this application, TID is able to complete each year s water balance analysis soon after the calendar year ends. Again in 2012 and in 2015, TID called on Dr. Thoreson to serve as the project manager for the preparation of the District s AWMP. Dr. Thoreson is also supporting TID s efforts to improve delivery measurement accuracy to directly measure agricultural water demands. Project Manager, Water Management Planning and Feasibility Assessment of Pressurized Water Delivery, South San Joaquin Irrigation District, Manteca, CA. Dr. Thoreson served as the project manager for the preparation of the South San Joaquin Irrigation District (SSJID) Agricultural Water Management Plan (AWMP) in 2012 and is assisting the District in the same capacity in Dr. Thoreson also assisted the District with a feasibility assessment of pressurized water delivery service. Technical aspects of Dr. Thoreson s work included developing projections of future cropping, associated water demands, and associated water supply requirements. These projections are based on historical cropping, grower interviews, and a District water budget analysis including a root zone water budget to estimate evapotranspiration of applied water. Dr. Thoreson worked closely with SSJID staff to interview growers and develop the water budget. The feasibility assessment evaluated different pressurization options ranging from pressurization of the entire distribution system to pressurization in selected areas with high concentrations of permanent crops irrigated with pressurized on farm irrigation systems. Task Leader; Stony Creek Fan Conjunctive Water Management Program; Glenn-Colusa Irrigation District, Orland-Artois Water District, and the Orland Unit Water Users Association, Glenn County, CA. Dr. Thoreson served as the water budget task leader for this partnership of three neighboring Sacramento Valley agricultural water suppliers who are seeking out mutually beneficial conjunctive water management opportunities. Technical aspects of Dr. Thoreson s work included development of a 30-year land use history based on California Department of Water Resources (CDWR) land use data and county crop records, quantification of crop ET and root zone modeling to differentiate between crop use of applied water and rainfall, compilation of surface water deliveries, and estimates of groundwater pumping to complete water budgets for seven subunits. Dr. Thoreson interacted closely with CDWR s Northern District staff and staff from the three water suppliers to ensure technical consistency and use of best available data and science. Project Manager, 2012 and 2015 SBx7-7 Agricultural Water Management Plans, Yuba County Water Agency and Oakdale Irrigation District, Marysville and Oakdale, CA. Dr. Thoreson served as project manager for the Oakdale Irrigation District agricultural water management plan (AWMPs) completed in 2012 and is assisting with the 2015 AWMP. Dr. Thoreson served as the water budget task leader for the development of the Yuba County Water Agency s 2012 AWMP and assisted with the development of the 2015 AWMP. For both AWMPs, Dr. Thoreson supported various aspects of the technical analyses, which included the preparation of detailed, multi-year water budgets for irrigation distribution (canal) systems, farmed lands, and drainage systems. Additionally, Dr. Thoreson assisted with the evaluation of each district s Efficient Water Management Practice (EWMPs) implementation status. 2

59 Brian J. Van Lienden, P.E. Project Manager 2 Experience 17 years Education M.S., University of California, Davis, Civil and Environmental Engineering, 2000 B.S., University of California, Davis, Civil Engineering, 1998 Registration Professional Civil Engineer, California, #C63250 Summary Brian has 17 years of experience in water resources planning and management focusing on California s Central Valley. His experience includes managing multi-objective studies for statewide and local planning processes; developing planning documents for federal, state and local water agencies; and formulating and analyzing the results of modeling studies involving surface water and groundwater operations, climate change, ecological resources, flood management, economics, hydropower and water quality. Relevant Experience Central Valley Flood Protection Plan (CVFPP), California Department of Water Resources (DWR) Task Manager. Consultant team manager for development of 2017 Update to CVFPP, which guides state flood management investments in the Central Valley; lead author of CVFPP Update chapter that describes proposed CVFPP flood-system improvements and discusses top flood management policy issues. Lead consultant team author of San Joaquin Basin-Wide Feasibility Study, which identifies state-recommended multi-benefit flood system improvements in the San Joaquin River Basin. Sacramento-San Joaquin Basins Study, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation Project Manager. Managed technical and planning tasks and assisted with coordination between Reclamation, DWR and other stakeholders on a collaborative multi-stakeholder effort to use CalLite model to assess effects of future climate and socioeconomic conditions on Central Valley water supplies demands, water quality, hydropower, flood control, recreation, ecological resources, and economics. Performed analysis on the potential of portfolios of water management actions to reduce future risks. Upper Sacramento River Daily Operations Model Development, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation Project Manager. Led development of an operations model of the upper Sacramento River capable of simulating reservoir operations and river routing on a daily time-step. Central Valley Project Integrated Resource Plan, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation Task Manager. Managed technical and planning tasks to develop approach to evaluate system risks under future climate and socioeconomic changes in Central Valley water system using CalLite model. Developed integrated model package to perform tradeoff analyses for water management actions for water supply, water quality, river temperature, economics, and power objectives. Statewide Flood Management Plan, California Department of Water Resources Task Manager. Managed task order to perform flood hazard exposure analysis using GIS of potential flood risks throughout the state, including coordination with DWR and USACE staff. Led an information gathering effort in four counties, including outreaching with key flood management personnel at local agencies and facilitating meetings with them to gather information. 1 of 2

60 Brian J. Van Lienden, P.E. CALFED Common Assumptions, California Department of Water Resources Task Manager. Multi-agency (California Bay Delta Authority, DWR, and Reclamation) effort to establish a common set of management, policy and technical tools to support the CALFED Surface Storage Investigations. Assisted in development of a framework for model integration between hydrologic, operations, economic, ecosystem and power models using a common set of assumptions. Managed the task to perform quantification and characterization of water transfers, conservation, recycling, conjunctive use, and other local supply projects and to translate the results for model input. Monterey PLUS EIR, California Department of Water Resources Task Manager. Performed analysis of the State Water Project (SWP) delivery impacts of the Monterey Amendments to the SWP contracts, developed technical appendix, and presented results to the EIR Committee. Upper Stanislaus River Hydrology and Operations Study, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation Task Manager. Led development of an operations model in CALSIM software of the Upper Stanislaus River watershed, including reservoir operating rules and a new historical hydrology using USGS and CDEC data American River Daily Model Development, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation Task Manager. Led development of daily operations model in CALSIM software of the American River watershed, including reservoir operating rules and a new historical hydrology using USGS and CDEC data. Regional Water Management Plan, Mojave Water Agency Water Resources Engineer. Developed a node-based mass balance groundwater model of the MWA groundwater system and analyzed alternatives to identify preferred alternative for the Regional Water Management Plan. 2 of 2

61 Lindsey Wilcox, P.E. (NY) Water Resource Engineer Experience 10 years Education B.S., Environmental Resources and Forest Engineering, College of Environmental Science and Forestry, The State University of New York, 2005 Registration Professional Engineer, New York, , 2014 Summary Lindsey specializes in water resource planning and funding support. She has assisted in program and project management, public outreach, worked on various state and federal funding applications and contributed to integrated regional water management planning in multiple regions throughout California. Relevant Experience East Stanislaus Prop 1 Planning Grant Application Project Manager. Prepared a planning grant application on behalf of the East Stanislaus IRWM Region to update its 2013 IRWM Plan. The application was successful and the Region will receive $147,625 to ensure its Plan is compliant with the Prop 1 IRWM Guidelines, addresses current day conditions and needs, as well as new legislation and related requirements. The application consisted of various attachments including a work plan, budget and schedule in order to achieve a compliant IRWM Plan Update. Mokelumne/Amador/Calaveras IRWM Grant Applications, Upper Mokelumne River Watershed Authority Project Engineer. Worked with broad group of stakeholders (including water agencies, water district, county, irrigation district, and several local cities) in preparing multiple Integrated Regional Water Management (IRWM) grant applications for the Mokelumne/Amador/Calaveras (MAC) Region. First, prepared the Prop 84, Round 1 planning grant application for the MAC Region. The Department of Water Resources (DWR) recommended the region receive $250,909 in grant funding to update its existing IRWM Plan. The region reevaluated issues, conflicts, goals and objectives and then identified projects that could provide solutions under current day conditions. Also prepared implementation grant applications through Prop 84, Round 1, Prop 84, Round 2, and the Expedited Drought grant rounds administered by DWR. Helped to secure over $10 million for the Region to implement projects in its IRWM Plan over the years. Mokelumne Watershed Interregional Sustainability Evaluation IRWM Interregional Planning Grant Applications, MAC and Eastern San Joaquin IRWM Regions Project Engineer. Prepared the interregional planning grant application for the Mokelumne Watershed Interregional Sustainability Evaluation (MokeWISE) planning project for the partnering IRWM Regions the MAC and Eastern San Joaquin (ESJ) regions. Coordinated with the partner agencies and lead agency to prepare and finalize the necessary attachments for the grant application, as well as develop the program itself and associated scope of work. Assisted the diverse set of stakeholders in developing the program with the purpose of taking a watershed-based approach to evaluating water sources and developing projects and programs that could be implemented to balance water supplies and demands while minimizing environmental impacts. East Contra Costa County IRWM Grant Applications, Contra Costa Water District and Delta Diablo Sanitation District Project Engineer. Prepared a Prop 84, Round 1 planning grant application for the East Contra Costa County IRWM region in cooperation with the region s Regional Water Management Group and stakeholders. DWR awarded the region $449,843 in grant funding, the full grant request, to continue its practice of regional water management and 1 of 2

62 Lindsey Wilcox planning by updating its existing Functionally Equivalent IRWMP to a fully-integrated regional water management plan that addresses the region's water management goals and objectives, meets current Prop 84 Plan Standards, and that provides appropriate solutions under present-day conditions. Prepared the Region s Prop 84, Round 2 implementation grant application, securing $430,000 for the Region to implement projects identified in its IRWMP. The application included 5 projects and received partial funding from DWR for implementation. Prepared the various attachments required for inclusion in the application include eligibility portions, work plans, budgets, schedules, economic analyses, consideration of disadvantaged communities, and IRWM program preferences. Westside-San Joaquin and East Stanislaus IRWM Grant Applications, San Luis & Delta-Mendota Water Authority and the City of Turlock Project Engineer. Assisted in the preparation of the two region s Expedited Drought implementation grant applications which included preparation of the various attachments for inclusion in the application, coordination with the project proponents and applicants, and completion of the applications under a relatively short timeframe. One of the two applications was successful, in which the Westside-San Joaquin Region secured $2.7 million to implement its projects. North Valley Regional Recycled Water Program Expedited Drought Grant Application, Cities of Modesto and Turlock, and Del Puerto Water District Project Engineer. Prepared the application materials for the North Valley Regional Recycled Water Program for the Expedited Drought Grant Program. Because the project was within both the East Stanislaus and Westside-San Joaquin IRWM Regions, the project was incorporated into both applications. Coordination with the project teams and clients was required to ensure accurate project details in the two submittals. American River Basin IRWM Proposition 84, Round 1 Implementation Grant Application, Regional Water Authority Project Engineer. Coordinated with project proponents and the lead agencies in preparing a Prop 84 IRWM implementation grant application for American River Basin (ARB) IRWM Region. Tasks included developing work plans, budgets and schedules for a total of 15 projects and preparing a number of other attachments included as part of the grant application. The ARB region was awarded $16,030,766 to implement its projects. Proposition 1E IRWM Grant Applications, City of Sacramento, Sacramento County Flood Control Agency, Placer County Flood Control District and Placer County Water Agency Project Engineer. Lindsey prepared three Prop 1E grant applications for flood damage reduction and flood control projects for agencies in the American River Basin IRWM Region. Two of the three applications were successful, obtaining full allocations of grant funding requested. Salinas Valley IRWM Proposition 50 Chapter 8 Implementation Grant, Monterey County Water Resources Agency Project Engineer. Assisted in the development of a grant application for a multi-agency, multi-project proposal. Participated in the application process by reviewing and amending application documents for quality assurance purposes and to ensure adherence to set application guidelines and the scoring regimen. Submitted the completed document and attachments into the Department of Water Resources and State Water Resources Control Board, which secured $12.5 million in grant funding for the IRWM Plan. Title XVI Grant Applications, Sweetwater Authority and Padre Dam Municipal Water District Project Manager. Prepared the Fiscal Year 2016 Title XVI applications for the Sweetwater Authority s Water Reclamation Project, Phase II and for Padre Dam Municipal Water District s (PDMWD s) Water Recycling Project Phase 1 Expansion. Both applications were successful. Also assisted PDMWD in applying for the Title XVI grant solicitation for Fiscal Year 2017 which is currently under review. The applications consisted of detailed project descriptions, funding information, detailed cost breakdowns, and thorough evaluations of how the projects meet the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation s criteria related to water supply, project status, environment and water quality, renewable energy and energy efficiency, cost and benefits, disadvantaged communities, and the project from a watershed perspective. 2 of 2

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64 September 5, 2017 Matt Young Santa Barbara County Water Agency 130 E. Victoria Street, Suite 200 Santa Barbara, CA Subject: Estimated Fee, Consulting Services for Development of Groundwater Sustainability Plan Dear Mr. Young: Attached is an initial fee estimate for completing the scope of work included in Section 2 of our proposal for Consulting Services for Development of Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP). The attached fee estimate includes the hourly rates for the individuals identified on our project team. The schedule and duration of the tasks for completing the GSP is included at the end of Section 2 of our proposal. As we described in our proposal, there are two fundamental approaches to completing a GSP: Develop a GSP that relies on a monitoring and adaptive management program, or Develop a GSP that attempts to define to a greater degree the management strategies and projects that will bring the basin into balance. The range of levels of effort and costs for these two fundamental approaches are shown in below. Cost Range Task Low High 1 - Develop Work Plan for GSP Development $ 20,000 $ 40, Data Management System, Information and Data Collection $ 50,000 $ 90, Plan Area and Basin Setting $ 60,000 $ 85, Basin Model and Water Budget $ 140,000 $ 205, Basin Sustainability Criteria $ 55,000 $ 90, Monitoring Networks $ 40,000 $ 70, Projects and Actions for Sustainability Goals $ 110,000 $ 150, GSP Implementation Plan $ 30,000 $ 40, GSP Document Preparation $ 63,500 $ 96, Outreach and Communication $ 60,000 $ 100, Project Management $ 30,000 $ 50,000 Total Project $ 658,500 $ 1,016,000 If you have any questions, please contact me on my cell at (925) , or at (925) , or by at lmelton@woodardcurran.com. Sincerely, Lyndel Melton, P.E. D.WRE Project Manager and Principal-in-Charge 2175 North California Boulevard, Suite 315 Walnut Creek, CA rmcwater.com

65 Labor Outside Services ODCs Total Leslie Dumas Ali Taghavi Lyndel Melton Advisor Advisor Project Manager Brian Van Lienden GSP Preparation Rob Morrow John Ayres Frank Qian Alternatives Analysis Sustainability Analysis Integrated Model Enrique Lopezcalva Decision Support Lindsey Wilcox Funding Options Dawn Flores Staff Support Graphics Admin. Data Management Misc Graphics Word Processing Charles Gardiner Decision Facilitation Jeff Barry Tim Nicely Geohydrology Geohydrology Task No. Description $266 $295 $310 $249 $266 $249 $178 $295 $222 $222 $178 $113 $105 $205 $250 $195 $220 $ Develop Work Plan for GSP Development 1 Develop Stakeholder Engagement Strategy $6, $6,560 $0 $13,370 1 Develop GSP Development Workplan $13, $4,624 $0 $18,244 Subtotal Task 1: $19, $11,184 $0 $31, Data Management System, Information and Data Collection 2.1 DMS Set Up $10,404 0 $0 $1,100 $11, DMS Outputs and Interfaces $10,404 0 $0 $0 $10, DMS Populate with data (happens in each task as developed) $21,084 0 $0 $0 $21, DMS QA/QC $10,220 0 $0 $0 $10, ID and Collect Monitoring and Management Programs $3, $780 $0 $3, ID and Collect General Plans $3, $780 $0 $3, ID Existing Monitoring $3, $780 $0 $3, Collect/Process/Aggregate Monitoring Data $14,384 0 $0 $0 $14, Data Collection Standardization and Templates $3, $780 $0 $3,898 Subtotal Task 2: $78, $3,120 $1,100 $83, Plan Area and Basin Setting 3.1 Plan Area 0 $0 0 $0 $0 $0 3.1 ID and describe authority/organization of GSA $4,036 0 $0 $0 $4, Maps $13, $808 $0 $14, ID and description of parties affected by GSP in basin and how affected $2, $8,800 $0 $12, Hydrogeologic Conceptual Model 3.2 Aquifers and Aquitards $4, $5,120 $0 $10, Basin Boundaries (lateral / bottom) $4, $5,120 $0 $10, Maps and Cross Sections $4, $5,120 $0 $10, Groundwater Conditions 3.3 Maps $8,898 0 $0 $0 $8, Cumulative Change in Storage $8,898 0 $0 $0 $8, Cross Section of seawater intrusion (Salinity) $6,050 0 $0 $0 $6, Document conditions at January 1, $6,050 0 $0 $0 $6,050 Subtotal Task 3: $63, $24,968 $0 $91, Basin Model and Water Budget 4.1 Assessment of Existing Model 4.1 Review conceptual model $8,546 0 $0 $0 $8, Review crop acreage and ET $6, $8,080 $0 $15, Evaluate completeness of water supply data $8,546 0 $0 $0 $8, Identify Data Gaps $8,546 0 $0 $0 $8, Identify Enhancement of Existing Model 4.2 ID Enhancements needed $7, $2,000 $0 $9, Formulate Scope/Schedule/Budget $7,720 0 $0 $0 $7, Development of Water Budget 4.3 Refine CUVHM input files $8,676 0 $0 $0 $8, High level recalibration $8,676 0 $0 $0 $8, Validate results $8,676 0 $0 $0 $8, Historical Water Budget $8, $5,560 $0 $14, Select Base period $8,676 0 $0 $0 $8, Methodology for estimating Sustainable Yield $8,676 0 $0 $0 $8, Prepare TM $10,746 0 $0 $0 $10,746 Subtotal Task 4: $110, $15,640 $0 $127, Establishment of Basin Sustainability Criteria 5.1 Sustainability Goal $7,230 0 $0 $0 $7, Undesirable Results Narrative $9,358 0 $0 $0 $9, Define Management Areas $4,534 0 $0 $0 $4, Representative Monitoring $13, $3,560 $0 $16, Set Minimum Thresholds $11,226 0 $0 $0 $11, Set Measurable Objectives $11,226 0 $0 $0 $11, Set Margin of Operational Flexibility $11,226 0 $0 $0 $11, Set Interim Milestones $11,226 0 $0 $0 $11,226 Subtotal Task 5: $79, $3,560 $0 $82, Monitoring Networks 6 Evaluate Existing Monitoring $6, $3,560 $0 $10,512 6 Develop Monitoring Rationale and Protocols $4,740 0 $0 $0 $4,740 6 Consider Management Areas and Representative Monitoring $2, $2,560 $0 $5,428 6 Develop Monitoring Network $16,280 0 $0 $0 $16,280 6 Show adequacy of Monitoring Network for URs $2, $2,560 $0 $5,428 6 Monitoring Summary and Plan $6, $2,560 $0 $8,988 Subtotal Task 6: $39, $11,240 $0 $51, Projects and Actions for Sustainability Goals 7.1 Develop Management Program $30,440 0 $0 $0 $30, ID and Describe Projects and Actions $30, $8,900 $0 $40, Evaluate Projects and Actions $48, $26,040 $0 $76, Management Program Summary $18, $4,400 $0 $22,960 Subtotal Task 7: $127, $39,340 $0 $170, GSP Implementation Plan 8 GSP Implementation Plan $12,672 0 $0 $0 $12,672 8 GSP Implementation Cost Estimate $1, $8,800 $0 $10,832 8 GSP Implementation Funding Estimate $2, $4,400 $0 $7,768 8 GSP component implementation planning $7,524 0 $0 $0 $7,524 Subtotal Task 8: $24, $13,200 $0 $38, GSP Document Preparation 9.1 Outline and Style Guide 2 2 $620 0 $0 $0 $ Reference Tracking and Storage 0 $0 0 $0 $0 $0 9.3 Administrative Draft $59, $9,596 $4,400 $74, Stakeholder Review and Comments $13,122 0 $0 $0 $13, Final $11,042 0 $0 $4,400 $15, Board(s) Adoption of GSP 4 4 $1,240 0 $0 $0 $1,240 Subtotal Task 9: $85, $9,596 $8,800 $104, Outreach and Communication 10 Implement Stakeholder Outreach Plan $4, $10,250 $2,200 $18, Meetings and outreach materials $51, $20,500 $13,200 $87, Outreach and Communication Documentation/Compilation $7, $4,100 $0 $11,906 Subtotal Task 10: $63, $34,850 $15,400 $117, Project Management 11.1 QA/QC plan $4,934 0 $0 $0 $4, QA/QC implementation $10,628 0 $0 $0 $10, Program Management $15, $2,700 $0 $18, PM Coordination $16,608 0 $0 $0 $16,608 Subtotal Task 10: $47, $2,700 $0 $50,412 TOTAL $737, $169,398 $25,300 $949,462 Total Hours Total Labor Costs (1) Duncan MacEwan Economic Analyses Bryan Thoreson Irrigation Practices Total Total Subcontract Subcontractor or Hours Labot Costs Total ODCs (3) Total Fee