Submitted to

Minnehaha Creek Watershed District

15320 Minnetonka Blvd.

Minnetonka, MN 55345

Submitted by

RESPEC

1935 West County Road B2, Suite 320

Roseville, MN 55113

May 2014

RSI/P-3154

For Design of the Long Lake Creek Corridor Improvement Project—Phase II

1935 West County Road B2, Suite 320, Roseville, Minnesota 55113 Phone: 651.788.7813 Fax: 651.683.2277 www.respec.com

RSI(RCO)-996/4-14/43

May 1, 2014 Ms. Becky Houdek MCWD Planner Minnehaha Creek Watershed District 15320 Minnetonka Blvd Minnetonka, MN 55345 RE: Request for Proposal for Design of the Long Lake Creek Corridor Improvement Project—Phase II Dear Ms. Houdek: Thank you for taking the time to review our proposal of engineering and consulting services for the Design of the Long Lake Creek Corridor Improvement Project—Phase II. Our proposal details our project team, relevant project experience, project approach, and fees. The following items highlight some of the reasons why we are the best choice to perform these services. We are committed to providing top quality work with the most responsive service possible. We will work closely with the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District (MCWD) to meet all the project goals by providing an aesthetically pleasing restored corridor that improves water quality and habitat, while yielding additional floodplain storage capacity on schedule and within budget. We pride ourselves on receiving repeat work from clients and look to achieve the same results with the MCWD as a result of this high-profile project. Our diverse, experienced team was assembled to meet all technical aspects of the project. The team members at RESPEC have an established history of guiding projects from design through construction, especially for stream and wetland restorations. RESPEC’s commitment to this project is highlighted by its incredibly experienced Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) staff who will oversee the different project elements at no additional cost to the project to ensure they are delivered at the highest level possible. We have also enlisted the services of Bay West (St. Paul, Minnesota) who is an experienced leader in sediment management and remediation in Minnesota and who has a long standing relationship with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA). The project approach and overall fee that we have provided will enable us to successfully deliver the project to our high level of internal standards and those of the MCWD. We have met with the MCWD staff; contacted permitting agencies; and reviewed the existing data, studies, plans, assessments, and memoranda to understand the full extent of what is needed for a successful project. We believe our approach clearly demonstrates how we will execute all elements of this project to the highest degree. We have provided competitive hourly rates and have accounted for sufficient time to work with the MCWD while staying within our proposed fee. Thank you again for reviewing this proposal. If you have any questions about this proposal or would like to discuss how RESPEC can provide assistance to the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District, please contact Mr. Lee Rosen by email (Lee.Rosen@respec.com) or telephone (651.788.7813). Sincerely,

Lee Rosen Julie Blackburn Project Manager Minnesota Area Manager LDR:sao cc: Project Central File 996-3154 — Category B

OUR BACKGROUND

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We have assembled a team of three distinguished consulting firms (RESPEC, Bay West, and Westwood) with unique specialties to provide the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District (MCWD) with the best team possible for the Long Lake Creek Corridor – Phase II Project. Each firm’s project-specific roles are listed below the firm name, and overall background of the firm is provided.

RESPEC Project Management | Design and Engineering | Permitting | Bid Phase | Construction Observation | Quality Assurance/Quality Control

RESPEC is a client-focused, consulting and services company that specializes in developing innovative and sustainable solutions to critical, environmental issues through collaboration and partnership. Our 100 percent employee-owned company has been advising clients for 44 years, with the majority of our work performed for returning clients. RESPEC uses theoretical science to develop applied science solutions. Through outstanding contract performance, sound management, quality practices, and applying appropriate technology, RESPEC has established a reputation as a responsive technical services provider that is sensitive to client needs.

We are committed to providing a high-performance team through our collective strengths, our dedication to our clients, and our collaborative spirit. RESPEC comprises engineers and scientists who are experts at integrating the technical aspects of water resources into effective watershed management. RESPEC is a recognized leader in the Midwest in watershed and environmental management. We have a strong background in environmental planning and permitting, environmental hydrology, water resources engineering, natural resources and conservation, geology, and ecological restoration services. Our experienced staff has a reputation for being knowledgeable, innovative, and resourceful while maintaining a genuine concern for client needs.

Bay West Sediment Management and Permitting | Sediment Sampling | Construction Observation

Bay West has provided environmental consulting and remediation services to government and industry agencies in Minnesota and nationwide for 40 years. The acquired experience, knowledge, and skills will allow Bay West to excel in the activities required to support this project. As a full-service environmental services provider, Bay West completed more than 18,500 environmental projects that range from investigation and corrective action/remedial design to removal action/remediation.

Bay West has performed projects that address impacts to all environmental media (e.g. soil, water, air, sediments, and vapor). The majority of these projects have been located in Minnesota and the upper Midwest. Bay West is proud to have a working relationship with the state of Minnesota that spans over 30 years, which includes being under contract to provide environmental services since 1989. Since it was founded in 1974, Bay West has built a reputation for delivering quality work.

Bay West’s full-service experience also results in comprehensive and efficient oversight of outside contractors. Bay West's field-experienced geologists, engineers, scientists, and project managers are aware of activities and implications for successful investigative, corrective, and removal/response actions. They quickly solve in-field problems, effectively control subcontractor costs and schedules, and ensure quality work is performed.

Westwood Professional Services Topographic Surveying | Construction Staking | As-built Survey

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood) is a multidiscipline survey and engineering firm that provides services for both public and private sector clients in a variety of markets. The company was established in 1972 and has been surveying the land since 1986. Westwood’s surveyors approach projects with experience in regulations, processes, and subcontractor coordination, which makes tasks run smoothly. The nationally licensed staff meets project needs with professional experience, speed, and efficiency. Westwood has surveyed thousands of projects, ranging from 2-acre lots to 100-section substation surveys and 1,000-mile aerial photography ground control.

Innovative Wetland Redesign

KEY PERSONNEL

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The RESPEC team will be led by Mr. Lee Rosen as Project Manager and Ms. Julie Blackburn as Principal-In-Charge. They will be supported by the experienced and talented team of engineers, scientists, surveyors, and technicians listed below. Our experienced team includes all three of RESPEC’s Water & Natural Resources managers, who are specifically invested in this project, to ensure that the MCWD receives the best-quality product possible. The résumés of the key team members are included within this proposal.

Lee Rosen, P.E., CFM Project Management | Hydrology and Hydraulics | Channel Restoration and Stabilization | Floodplain Management | Construction Plans and Specification Development | Bid Phase Services | Construction Observation

Mr. Rosen has 7 years of engineering, planning, and design experience. He has developed construction plans and specifications for both local and state government projects. His career has focused exclusively on stormwater-related projects, and he is experienced in hydraulic and hydrologic analyses, channel restoration design, and floodplain modeling. Mr. Rosen integrates custom-design practices into engineering solutions. He also is experienced with bid phase services and oversees on-site construction activities to ensure each project is successful from start to finish. Mr. Rosen’s client-based focus and communication skills assist him in providing the highest quality projects that meet and exceed client expectations on schedule and within budget. Percent Time Contribution–25%

Julie Blackburn, M.S. Comprehensive Watershed Management Planning | Watershed Implementation | Facilitation/Stakeholder Process| Environmental/Wetland Regulation and Policy | Government Relations | Strategic Communications

Ms. Blackburn has over 15 years of experience in watershed implementation projects, which include large-scale projects involving environmental assessments, excavation and disposal of materials, obtaining permits from multiple agencies, construction oversight, and project management. She is exceptional at communicating with all project team members and stakeholders. Ms. Blackburn gained her expertise as the administrator for the Sauk River and Middle Fork Crow Watershed Districts. She acquired additional expertise in natural resource policy and regulations as Assistant Director of the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR). Ms. Blackburn has implemented large-scale program management activities and excels in executing innovative solutions and actions to resolve critical issues on projects. Percent Time Contribution–3% (QA/QC is incidental to the project)

Principal-In-Charge Overall QA/QC

Project Manager Design and Engineering

Bid Phase & Construction Observation (Lead)

KEY PERSONNEL

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Matt Schemmel, P.G. (Bay West) Contaminated Sediment Remediation Investigation | Remediation Design | Project Management

Mr. Schemmel has more than 16 years of investigation, remediation, and management experience working with various private clients and state agencies. He has over 10 years of experience managing remedial investigation projects, which include Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), tank removal oversight, subcontractor bidding and coordination, groundwater and soil sampling, data review, report preparation, system installation and design, and client and regulatory contact. Most recently, Mr. Schemmel is managing a project for the MPCA that involves contaminated sediment remedial investigations and feasibility studies at six areas of concern in the St. Louis River and Duluth Harbor. Percent Time Contribution–2% (20% for other Bay West staff)

Emily Javens, P.E., TSP, CPESC Permitting and Regulatory Programs | Erosion and Sediment Control Design | Stream Restoration Technical Service Provider | Construction Oversight and Project Management | Workshop Facilitator and Landowner Outreach

Ms. Javens joined RESPEC with 12 years of experience as a water resources engineer, predominantly working in the government sector. She spent over 5 years working in Scott County as an on-staff engineer for both the Scott Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) and the Prior Lake–Spring Lake Watershed District. In both organizations, she oversaw the technical aspects of all engineering tasks, administered cost-share programs, and completed subwatershed assessments. She has extensive experience working with the public through her work designing and implementing rural and residential conservation projects. She also teaches erosion and sediment control techniques for the University of Minnesota’s Erosion and Stormwater Management Program. Percent Time Contribution–16%

Mike Rotar, P.E., CFM Stream and Riparian Restoration | Wetland Mitigation/Restoration Design | Hydrology and Hydraulics | Aquatic Habitat Improvement | Construction Engineering and Management

Mr. Rotar has 25 years of experience in river and riparian restoration design, sediment transport, hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, bioengineered streambank stabilization, urban stormwater management, wetland mitigation and restoration design, and construction management. He has applied this knowledge to numerous stream and floodplain restoration projects, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, flood control and mitigation, and aquatic habitat improvement projects. Mr. Rotar is a contributing author to Washington State’s Integrated Streambank Protection Guidelines, which is used by volunteers, planners, designers, and managers of aquatic restoration projects. Mr. Rotar has directed the development of numerous plan, specification and estimate packages for stream and wetland mitigation/restoration projects; several were completed for the Montana Department of Transportation and the National Park Service. Percent Time Contribution–11% (13% for RESPEC technician)

Rick Moser, P.E. Quality Assurance and Quality Control | Hydraulic and Hydraulic Models | Channel Restoration | Construction Plans and Specification Development | Bid Phase Services | Construction Observation

Mr. Moser has over 26 years of experience in the areas of water resources planning and design. He has served as a project engineer, project manager, and principal-in-charge for numerous channel restoration and urban stormwater projects. These projects have included both design development and construction document preparation. Various work elements successfully completed include hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, channel stability analysis and design, wetland and riparian plantings, and designing erosion and sediment control measures. Mr. Moser also has experience with including complementary and multiuse objectives into a stormwater project. Multiuse stormwater facility designs have included integrating park and open-space areas, pedestrian trails, water supply storage, habitat enhancement, and wetland mitigation. Percent Time Contribution–3% (QA/QC is incidental to the project)

Permitting (Lead) Design and Engineering

Construction Observation

QA/QC Design, Engineering, Bid Phase,

Construction Observation

Design and Engineering (Lead)

Sediment Management (Lead)

KEY PERSONNEL

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Charlie Vandam Quality Assurance and Quality Control | Hazardous Waste Design and Remediation | Environmental Planning Services | Corrective Action Plans | Remediation Assessment and Design | Groundwater Management

Mr. Vandam has 23 years of experience in environmental planning, science, and geology; remediating hazardous wastes; land-use planning and development; and land/resource management. Mr. Vandam has managed remedial investigations and feasibility studies on petroleum release sites, petroleum and chemical handling and storage facilities, abandoned mine sites, wood processing facilities, and equipment repair shops. He has designed corrective actions by using a variety of technologies that include infused oxygen, vapor extraction, chemical oxidation, and source removal. Mr. Vandam’s experience also includes stormwater and pollution discharge permits, spill prevention control and countermeasure (SPCC) plans, predictive models for contaminant migration, wellhead and source water protection plans, and Geographic Information System (GIS) development for various range and water resource management projects. Percent Time Contribution–3% (QA/QC is incidental to the project)

Greg Larson, M.S., P.S.S., C.W.D Ecology and Soil Science | Certified Wetland Delineator | Wetland Investigations | Wetland Policy

Mr. Larson has over 40 years of experience in natural resources management involving wetland ecology, wetland management, and soil science. Mr. Larson planned and conducted training for soils, wetland hydrology, wetland delineation, and wetland functional assessment. He provided technical support to an array of natural resources initiatives including wetland management, erosion control, water quality, soil survey, and conservation easement programs. His responsibilities have also included legislative, program management, budget development, and supervision. Percent Time Contribution–4%

Chris Hoglund, P.S. (Westwood) Topographic Surveys | Construction Staking | As-built Surveys | Boundary Surveys

Mr. Hoglund is a project manager specializing in delivering topographic surveys, section subdivisions, boundary surveys, platting, land title surveys, lot surveys, and construction staking for land and energy projects. His knowledge of commercial, residential, and energy project management helps drive the success of projects. Mr. Hoglund works directly with clients, civil engineers, site superintendents, architects, and government officials to ensure each phase of the project is completed properly. Percent Time Contribution–2% (7% for Westwood survey crew)

Team Communication and Working Together RESPEC prides itself in its internal integration and collaboration as well as its ability to team with other firms to provide its clients the highest quality deliverables. Internally, RESPEC collaborates on projects daily between the Minnesota, Montana, Colorado, and South Dakota offices. We use Microsoft Lync and CISCO WebEx to share screens and video conference, and we store our files on shared servers to manage our projects effectively. When travel is necessary, we have made trips at no expense to the client to ensure the project needs are met.

We have a long history of teaming with other companies to meet project demands. We have often served as both the prime and as the subconsultant on projects, from small to large, so we understand how to manage a variety of projects effectively. RESPEC and Bay West also have a history of working together, and we are excited to be teaming on this project.

Mr. Lee Rosen, the project manager, will manage the RESPEC, Bay West, and Westwood teams. He will ensure that the deliverables are being provided on time and are of the highest quality.

QA/QC Remediation/Reclamation

Permitting (Wetland Specialist)

Surveying

KEY PERSONNEL

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Table 1. Key Personnel Qualifications NAME COMPANY TITLE QUALIFICATIONS AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Lee Rosen, P.E. RESPEC Project Manager P.E. Minnesota, California, and Colorado CFM Certified Floodplain Manager B.S. Civil Engineering

Project Management Hydrology and Hydraulics Channel Restoration Construction Plans and Specification Development Bid Phase Services and Construction Management

Julie Blackburn RESPEC Principal-In-Charge M.S. Environmental and Forest Biology B.A. Cultural Anthropology and Environmental Science

Comprehensive Watershed Management Planning Watershed Implementation Stakeholder Communication and Outreach

Matt Schemmel, P.G. Bay West Sediment Management (Lead)

B.S. Geology P.G. Minnesota, Texas, and Utah

Contaminated Sediment Investigations Remediation Design Project Management

Emily Javens, P.E. RESPEC

Permitting (Lead) Design & Engineering

Bid Phase & Construction Oversight

P.E. Minnesota CPESC Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (Minnesota) TSP Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Technical Service Provider (Minnesota) B.S. Civil Engineering, Math & Science Education

Permitting and Regulatory Programs Erosion and Sediment Control Design Stream Restoration TSP Construction Oversight and Project Management Workshop Facilitator and Landowner Outreach

Mike Rotar, P.E. RESPEC Design and Engineering (Lead)

P.E. Montana, South Dakota, Missouri, and Colorado CFM Certified Floodplain Manager M.S. Civil Engineering B.S. Architectural Engineering

Stream Restoration Wetland Mitigation/Restoration Design Hydrologic/Hydraulic Modeling Construction Engineering and Management

Rick Moser, P.E. RESPEC

QA/QC Design & Engineering

Bid Phase & Construction Oversight

P.E. Minnesota, Colorado, and New Mexico M.S. Civil (Water Resources) B.S. Mining Engineering

Quality Assurance/Quality Control Hydraulic and Hydraulic Models Channel Restoration Drainage Design and Plans

Charlie Vandam RESPEC QA/QC Sediment Management B.A. Geology

Hazardous Waste Design and Remediation Environmental Planning Services Watershed Restoration and Planning

Greg Larson, P.S.S. RESPEC Permitting (Wetlands Specialist)

CWD Certified Wetland Delineator P.S.S Professional Soil Scientist M.S. Soil Science B.S. Water Resources and Natural Resources Management

Wetland Investigations Ecology and Soil Science Wetland Training and Consultation Wetland Permitting and Regulations

Chris Hoglund, P.S. Westwood Surveying PS/PLS Minnesota, Iowa, South Dakota, and California B.S. Land Surveying and Mapping A.A.S. Civil Technologies

Topographic Surveys Construction Staking As-Built Surveys

RELATED PROJECTS

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Story Mill Community Park – Restoring Ecological Services in an Urban Environment

The Trust for Public Land is endeavoring to create a new community park in the northeastern corner of Bozeman, Montana. The proposed 54-acre Story Mill Community Park occurs at the confluence of Bozeman Creek and East Gallatin River and includes over ½ a mile of the East Gallatin River. In the past century, the expansive riverine and wetland ecosystem in this confluence area was first transformed to support the Story Mill agricultural hub, which included a mill and granary, stockyard, slaughterhouse, a pond, and stock pastures. More recently, urban and commercial development continues to encroach on wetland and floodplain habitat in this area. Because of its unique location, this site offers a rare and remarkable opportunity to combine ecological restoration with multiple other community benefits to residents and the city of Bozeman. RESPEC scientists and engineers were hired to assist The Trust for Public Land plan and design the restoration of wetlands, riparian habitats, and streams. The goal of the restoration project is to “…restore and protect on-site natural processes necessary for a functioning riparian and wetland system.” The ecosystem functions that will be improved by this project include water-quality improvements, temporarily storing water in the spring and releasing water later in the season (i.e., sponge effect), recreation and education opportunities for the Bozeman community (including Montana State University), and habitat for resident and migratory wildlife species.

A rigorous planning and stakeholder process resulted in selecting a preferred restoration alternative that will build resilience into the riverine ecosystem and help to ensure river health. Eight acres of wetland will be restored which more than doubles the current wetland acreage; this substantially restores floodplain areas along the East Gallatin River and Bozeman Creek and removes debris along 0.5 miles of streambanks and streambed on the East Gallatin River. The Story Mill Community Park proposal was recently approved by the City Commission and restoration actions are planned for implementation in fall 2014.

References: Maddy Pope, The Trust for Public Land, 406.522.7450 Deb Love, The Trust for Public Land, 406.522.7450

Saltese Flats Wetland Restoration Project

This project will restore natural hydrology to the Saltese Flats (Flats), which historically supported a seasonal lake before being drained for agricultural purposes in the early 1900s. The total project area on the Flats is 515 acres. The initial phase of the project will involve reintroducing a natural hydrologic regime by allowing water to enter the Flats at the south end of the project area and then flow north through several new channel and wetland features designed by our staff. These features will include (1) a large (approximately 30 acres) wetland area, (2) new stream channels connecting the proposed wetland area with an existing open-water area at the north end of the Flats, and (3) modifying and/or replacing several inlet/outlet structures to facilitate water control and management. Upon completion, the project area will include a trail network developed on the property, that will be open for public use.

References: Ben Brattebo, Spokane County Utilities Division, 509.477.7521 Dave Moss, Spokane County Utilities Division, 509.477.3604

Urban Restoration Efforts in the Story Mill Floodplain

Restoration of a Seasonal Lake After Being Drained for Over 100 Years

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Dead Run Stream Restoration

Dead Run flows from headwaters near the highly developed Tyson’s Corner area of Fairfax County, Virginia, and is a tributary to the Potomac River. In many areas, significant channel degradation has occurred as a result of high storm-runoff volumes. Aquatic habitat quality within Dead Run is classified as very poor. RESPEC assisted Fairfax County with assessing the channel conditions and subsequently designing stream improvements, through McLean Central and Dead Run Stream Valley Parks in McLean, Virginia. The stream improvement project length is 4,200 feet, and the overarching goal was to increase channel and bank stability by applying restoration techniques that have a minimal impact on the existing riparian vegetation, including large trees and native shrubs, brush, and groundcover. The following tasks were completed as part of the project:

• Geomorphic assessment of the stream channel, which included using Wolman pebble counts, the Schumm channel evolution model and Rosgen’s stream classification system

• Topographic survey of the channel and immediate floodplain, including a longitudinal profile and channel cross sections

• Preliminary wetlands investigation along the stream bank to identify jurisdictional wetlands

• Evaluation of an existing hydrologic model (XP-SWMM) developed for the Dead Run Watershed

• Hydraulic modeling using the HEC-RAS hydraulic model

Because of the sensitive nature of the existing riparian corridor and the goal to minimize soil disturbance and reserve existing trees to the extent possible, the design strategy for channel and streambank restoration emphasizes treatments that minimize bank re-grading and the corresponding potential for loss of mature trees that include the following:

• Bioengineering techniques to minimize stream system impact and maximize ecological function

• Stormwater outfall identification and recommendation for treatment of outfall locations

• Wetland creation in select floodplain areas to provide retention of stormwater discharges and channel overbank flows

References: Ron Tuttle, Fairfax County – Dept. of Public Works, Stormwater Planning Division, 703.324.5860 Matt Myers, Fairfax County – Dept. of Public Works, Stormwater Planning Division, 703.324.5500

Dead Run Stream Channel—Before After

Library Parking Lot Outfall—Before Immediately Following Construction After

Immediately Following Construction

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Trail Creek Stream and Wetlands Restoration Projects

For nearly 10 years, RESPEC has worked with Douglas County and the Coalition for the Upper South Platte River in Colorado to address the hydrologic and hydraulic impacts of the Hayman Fire which burned 138,000 acres in 2002. Our project experience has covered all aspects of post-fire flood mitigation and channel restoration. Specific service items that we have provided include:

• Post-fire hydrology (including calibration models) • Public education outreach events and brochures • Inventorying existing drainage infrastructure • Identifying potential problem areas • Designing stream stability measures • Wetland restorations • Modeling water quality and sediment transport in burn areas • Low-cost stream gage monitoring • GIS mapping and burn area analysis • Dam breach analysis for burn area reservoirs • Designing sediment mitigation measures • Creating an emergency flood alert system and model • Providing projects to be constructed by volunteers • Design and construction plans • Bid phase services and construction oversight

RESPEC coordinated with multiple agencies, municipalities, groups, and individuals to provide the best solutions to the problems that originated in the aftermath of the fire. We helped protect infrastructure in the communities affected by the fire through a variety of channel stabilization and restoration techniques including seeding, bank stabilization, timber fence installation, tree contouring, and erosion mitigation.

References: Garth Englund, Douglas County, Colorado, 303.660.7479 Carol Ekarius, Coalition for the Upper South Platte, 719.748.0033

Stream Instability Within Burn Area

2006 Flooding in Hayman Fire Burn Area

Cross Vane Installation Project with David Rosgen

Wetlands restoration near burn area

“The construction plans for cross culvert improvements and stream stabilization measures were done quickly and with

minimum review and revisions….The improvements constructed since the fire have proved to be very effective at

protecting the public and the habitat….we would like to commend you on being responsive to all of our needs…”

Garth Englund Jr., P.E., Douglas County, Colorado

RELATED PROJECTS

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Sample, Evaluate, Monitor, Design and Remediate Contaminated Sediment

Bay West has completed 40 projects in the last 10 years related to sampling, evaluating, monitoring, designing, and remediating contaminated sediments. Bay West’s experience on these projects has ranged from: designing sediment remedial actions, which included dredge spoil management; collecting samples of sediments, invertebrates, plants, and fish to characterize the extent of sediment contamination; characterizing the risk-contaminated sediments pose to ecological and human receptors; and self-performing dredging (using both hydraulic and mechanical dredging techniques) and sediment remedial actions.

St. Louis River/Mud Lake, Minnesota As part of an ongoing Environmental Protection Agency project to map and characterize the sediment in the St. Louis River and parts of the harbor near Duluth, Minnesota, and Superior, Wisconsin, Bay West collected bottom sediment cores. The goal of this phase of the project was to continue characterizing the bottom sediments for thickness, content, and potential historic contamination in areas of the river and harbor that had not been covered in previous phases of the project. Bay West established a shore processing area to log the sediment cores for thickness, content, and visual/olfactory evidence of contamination. Photographs and analytical sediment samples were collected from predefined intervals and suspected contaminated intervals to accomplish the project goals. Samples were analyzed for analytes based on the project Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP) and submitted to nine different laboratories across the country.

Badger Army Ammunition Plant (BAAP), Badger, Wisconsin Bay West performed investigation and remediation of contaminated sediments from Gruber’s Grove Bay on the Wisconsin River adjacent to the BAAP. Bay West characterized and investigated sediments to identify the extent of mercury contamination and sediment thickness. Collecting the 500+ sediment samples in the winter by using a track-mounted geoprobe rig in combination with a hand-operated core sampler reduced the time for characterization by 50 percent, which resulted in $50,000 savings to the government. Bay West subsequently hydraulically dredged approximately 90,000 cubic yards of mercury-contaminated sediments using a turbidity curtain to minimize sediment resuspension. Bay West developed and used innovative sediment dewatering techniques that consisted of geotubes, HDPE discharge piping, and pinch valves within a slope lined and bermed discharge area. Dredge material was pumped into the geotubes at a rate of 1,500 gallons per minute. Bay West’s development of an innovative pinch valve system increased the speed the geotubes could be filled, which increased production and resulted in $400,000 savings to the government. Water from the geotube dewatering was treated with a chemical flocculent to remove residual sediments/contaminants from the water before it was reused for irrigation.

St Louis River/Interlake/Duluth Tar Site Sampling, Duluth, Minnesota Bay West assisted the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) in developing cleanup criteria and collecting site characterization data by collecting over 100 sediment, plant tissue, fish tissue, and benthic invertebrate samples from 55 locations. Bay West performed reconnaissance and sample collection on two St. Louis River bays with known contamination, as well as a reference bay using a portable barge with a moon pool, GPS locating equipment, an underwater camera, seines, fish traps, and additional sampling equipment. Bay West also prepared the samples for submission to the analytical laboratory and completed the data management, verification, validation, assessment and reporting associated with the 5,500+ analytes.

Sediment Sampling and Remediation (Bay West)

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STORY MILL COMMUNITY PARK (Trust for the Public Land)

SALTESE FLATS WETLAND RESTORATION (Spokane County)

DEAD RUN STREAM RESTORATION (Fairfax County)

COTTONWOOD CREEK (SEMSWA)

YMC WETLAND DELINEATION, RESTORATION, AND MONITORING (YMC)

ST. LOUIS RIVER/MUD LAKE, MN (EPA)

BADGER ARMY AMMUNITION PLANT (BAAP), BADGER WI (USACE)

ST LOUIS RIVER/INTERLAKE/DULUTH TAR PLP SITE SAMPLING, DULUTH MN

(MPCA)

PINEY CREEK TRAIL (City of Aurora)

FOUR MILE CANYON CREEK (UDFCD and City of Boulder)

TRIBUTARY 6400 DRAINAGEWAY IMPROVEMENTS (Town of Castle Rock)

ROCK CREEK CHANNEL RESTORATION (UDFCD)

TERMINAL WATER QUALITY POND (Denver International Airport)

BIG DRY CREEK AT EASTER ROAD (SEMSWA)

SOUTH PLATTE RIVER BANK STABILIZATION (UDFCD and Adams County)

REGION 2 BRIDGE ENTERPRISE: I-25 OVER SULL CREEK (CDOT)

EAST PLUM CREEK (Town of Castle Rock)

TRAIL CREEK STREAM AND WETLAND RESTORATIONS (Douglas County)

With two members on staff who have worked for watershed districts and three members who worked for BWSR the RESPEC

team has unique watershed district program experience. The remainder of the RESPEC team has worked on projects at

watershed districts or for stormwater authorities and drainage districts. We understand the level of service required to meet

the watershed district’s needs and successfully deliver implementation projects.

PROJECT APPROACH

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RESPEC will work closely with the MCWD to meet all the project goals by providing an aesthetically pleasing restored corridor that improves the water quality and habitat while yielding additional floodplain storage capacity on schedule and within budget.

Project Management Experienced project management, technical excellence, and quick client response time are critical elements and will be delivered on this project. The RESPEC designated project manager is Mr. Lee Rosen, and he will be responsible for coordinating with the MCWD staff and leading the entire consultant team. From the start of the project, he will create a detailed schedule with input from the MCWD staff from critical permitting and plan deliverable dates to scheduling a time to meet with the MCWD project manager on a weekly basis. He will ensure that the team is on schedule and within budget by using RESPEC’s project management and cost-tracking software.

Quality Assurance/Quality Control RESPEC implements a rigorous QA/QC process to deliver high-quality work products by including its most qualified individuals and leaders on projects. The QA/QC team of Ms. Julie Blackburn, Mr. Rick Moser, and Mr. Charlie Vandam will work directly with Mr. Rosen and the project team throughout the project. They will be involved in correspondence, team meetings, and internal reviews of deliverables before being submitted to the MCWD. For this high-profile project, both the entire project concepts and the details within the plans are essential in ensuring the project is always moving forward and can be built as envisioned by all team members and stakeholders.

Data Collection The data collection elements will begin upon notice to proceed and consist of reviewing existing resources, collecting additional surveys, and conducting additional sediment sampling. The team members were already able to acquire and review the resource documents while preparing this proposal. Westwood will perform a topographic survey of the project area and will incorporate the 2012 survey of the Waste Water Treatment Pond (WWTP) which is assumed to be provided by the MCWD.

Mr. Matt Schemmel from Bay West will be leading the sediment management portion of the project with oversight from Mr. Charlie Vandam. Upon reviewing the AECOM report, we found only two sediment samples that have metals that exceed Level 1 soil resource values (SRVs) and none that show PCBs above Level 1 SRVs. The majority of the pond sediments do not indicate metals, Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs), or other tested compounds are above Level 1 SRVs. Reducing the volume of sediment that must be managed for industrial reuse or landfill disposal will reduce overall project costs and allow the material to be reused on site or for unrestricted reuse. The RESPEC team recommends a sampling plan that divides the pond into five subareas and collecting composite samples from each of the five subareas. Each sample will characterize the sediment within the subarea and determine the reuse option for sediment within the subarea. Based on existing data and using the proposed sampling plan, the volume of sediment requiring industrial reuse management can be reduced by 80 percent (saving at least $50,000).

Bay West will provide a sampling map with GPS locations, laboratory results, and a letter report. Bay West will also coordinate with the MPCA to ensure that appropriate permits or notifications are obtained to formally close the WWTP; however, based on preliminary correspondence with the MPCA, the sediment removal portion of this project does not appear to require an MPCA permit, notification, or approval and the efforts to formally close the WWTP will be minimal.

Preliminary Design and Engineering RESPEC’s design and engineering team will be composed of professional engineers Mr. Mike Rotar, Mr. Lee Rosen, Ms. Emily Javens, and Mr. Rick Moser with a support staff skilled at drafting plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D. We will update the existing XP-SWMM model within the project limits to establish a thorough understanding of the elevation relationship effects between the different water impoundment/storage features (i.e., former sewage lagoon, floodplain mitigation, and stormwater ponds), Long Lake Creek, and the inlet and outlet elevations of water-control structures (i.e., culverts, weirs). We will also create a WinSLAMM model to determine the water quality benefits of the proposed restoration. This updated information along with site visits, sampling information, and existing reports, will be used when applying our knowledge in hydrology and hydraulics, fluvial geomorphology, water resources engineering, water quality assessment, and stream and riparian restoration to the corridor.

Key Design Elements • Geomorphology • Hydrology/Hydraulics • Design Criteria • Intent/Discussion • Engineering Calculations

• Operation & Maintenance

Project Goals • Formally Close WWTP Pond • Add Floodplain Storage • Improve Water Quality • Provide Habitat • Enhance Aesthetics

PROJECT APPROACH

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Our ability to meld both water-quality and water-quantity evaluations can provide the MCWD with a unique advantage in optimizing restoration solutions for Long Lake Creek and the former WWTP. Natural channel design principles will be applied to create a restored creek and floodplain that maximizes ecological function. Available stream assessment data for Long Lake Creek will be used to develop appropriate channel geometry (width and depth) and longitudinal slope. Using native materials (i.e., soil, vegetation) will be prioritized for constructing streambanks. Appropriate wetland plantings and native vegetation will be used in the constructed area, and our professional soil scientist Mr. Greg Larson will provide guidance.

Throughout the preliminary design, RESPEC will establish consensus with the MCWD staff and the stakeholders on stream and wetland restoration goals, floodplain storage objectives, and to identify preferred habitat types and general aesthetics of restoration elements. In the initial stages of the design process, we will use hand sketches to determine the direction followed by a plan set using computer-aided design. We will provide 60 percent preliminary plans, a design report (which details the modeling efforts), cost estimate, and an Operations and Maintenance Plan.

Final Engineering and Design Report Based on input and comments from the MCWD staff, board, and other stakeholders, the 60 percent preliminary plans, report and cost estimate will be updated into construction-level design documents. Specifications will also be developed during this phase.

Permitting Permitting requirements for this project are extensive because realignment of a public water and removal of contaminated soils are involved. Therefore, our work on these deliverables begin immediately in an effort to minimize potential delays. We will be in contact with all permitting agencies within the first 30 days after issuance of the notice to proceed. The permitting lead will be Ms. Emily Javens and she will be supported by Bay West when managing contamination issues and Mr. Greg Larson for wetland aspects. Permits are required from several government agencies including the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), the MPCA, the USACE, the City of Long Lake, and the MCWD. The project also falls under the criteria for a mandatory Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW). Several of these tasks include required 30-day comment periods and acute attention to keeping these activities on schedule is critical.

Design Meetings RESPEC will lead or attend all meetings outlined in the RFP’s scope of work. We will work closely with the MCWD staff throughout the course of the project and have incorporated time into the budget under the respective scope items.

Bid Phase and Construction Observation The bid phase services and construction oversight will be performed by the project manager, Mr. Lee Rosen, who will have a sound understanding of all aspects of the project. We will prepare for the bid; attend the meeting; respond to questions and prepare addenda if necessary; attend the bid opening; and tabulate bids for the recommendation of the award.

At the preconstruction meeting, the plans will be reviewed in detail to ensure that the contractor understands exactly what needs to be done and why. The construction management is comprised of the following two components:

1. Sediment Removal–A Bay West site supervisor will ensure proper sediment management, removal, transportation, and documentation. For budgeting purposes 1,000 cubic yards of pond sediment will be assumed to require management for industrial reuse or landfill disposal that will require seven full days and ten half days for oversight.

2. Restoration–The construction oversight will occur at the critical times during the construction such as (i.e., installation of the construction Best Management Practices (BMP’s), layout of the channel, major grading operations, installation of the outlet structure, wetland plantings), and a total of 12 visits to the field have been assumed.

Westwood has assumed one-time staking for the fence, two contours and structures. RESPEC will handle the contract management and has assumed a total of six pay requests, ten requests for information (RFIs), and three change orders to calculate our fee. When construction is completed, Westwood will perform a topographic survey (before bringing the Long Lake Creek flows on-line) and as-built plans will be prepared by RESPEC. We will provide our project files in an organized and complete manner to the MCWD at the end of the job.

Permitting Deliverables • Wetland Delineation and

Before and After MNRAM Assessments

• Environmental Assessment Worksheet

• Permit Processing with the DNR, MPCA, City of Long Lake, Army Corps of

Engineers, MCWD

CONTACT INFORMATION

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If you have any questions, please contact Lee Rosen:

Lee Rosen, P.E. Project Manager 1935 West County Road B2, Suite 320 Roseville, MN 55113 651.788.7813 Lee.Rosen@respec.com

Budget Worksheet

The project budget worksheet is included as a separate file as requested by MCWD.

Conflict of Interest Statement

RESPEC, Bay West, and Westwood have no conflicts of interest associated with this project or the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.

Graves Creek Original State

Graves Creek Channel Restoration

Bank Stabilization

3 Months After Stabilization

Graves Creek Channel Restoration Progress (RESPEC)

RÉSUMÉS

Lee D. Rosen, P.E., CFM Minnesota Water Resource Engineering Program Manager

OVERVIEW OF EXPERIENCE

Mr. Rosen has 7 years of engineering, planning, and design experience. He has developed construction plans and specifications for numerous local and state government projects. His career has focused exclusively on stormwater-related projects, and he is experienced in hydraulic and hydrologic analyses, floodplain modeling, channel restoration, water-quality Best Management Practice (BMP) design, and sediment and erosion control. He has worked as a project engineer and as a project manager for a diverse set of clients.

SPECIFIC TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE

Tributary 6400 East Drainageway Improvements, Town of Castle Rock, Colorado. Mr. Rosen was the project engineer for the design that stabilized over 1,000 linear feet of channel that was actively degrading. The existing detention basin was modified to provide additional water-quality improvements and help the town meet its Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) requirements. Floodplain analyses were performed on the project reach and, before construction, a Conditional Letter of Map Revision (CLOMR) was approved by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Mr. Rosen also provided bid phase and construction management services. After preparing as-built documents, a Letter of Map Revision (LOMR) was completed and approved. Region 2 Bridge Enterprise Program, Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), Southern and Eastern Colorado. As project manager, Mr. Rosen was responsible for the hydraulic design and scour countermeasures on six bridges in southern and eastern Colorado. He oversaw the hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, bridge sizing, pier geometry, floodplain characteristics, local channel improvements, and stormwater management plans. He also coordinated with public entities and irrigation ditch companies. 47th Avenue LOMR, City and County of Denver, Colorado. Mr. Rosen was the project manager for a LOMR along Sand Creek as part of the newly constructed 47th Avenue bridge. He was responsible for the hydraulic analyses, floodplain analyses and delineation, and correspondence with the affected landowners. The LOMR was accepted by the FEMA and the Urban Drainage Flood Control District (UDFCD). Terminal Water Quality Pond, Denver International Airport (DIA), Colorado. Mr. Rosen was the project engineer responsible for designing an extended detention basin upstream of Third Creek to treat runoff from the terminal area at the DIA. He performed the hydrologic analyses for existing and future land uses, performed a hydraulic review of the existing storm sewer system that outfalls into the basin, analyzed the effects of the

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE Hydrology and Hydraulics Floodplain Analyses Water Quality Best Management

Practice (BMP) Design Channel Restoration Sediment and Erosion Control Design and Construction Plans Specification Development Bid Phase Services Construction Management

Education B.S. in Civil Engineering,

University of California, Los Angeles, CA (2007)

Registrations & Licenses Professional Engineer in

Minnesota, California, and Colorado

Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM)

Professional Memberships Chi Epsilon Engineering Honor

Society Colorado Association of Stormwater

and Floodplain Managers Minnesota Association of

Floodplain Managers Minnesota Erosion Control

Association

Work History RESPEC

(2013–Present [Roseville, MN]) (2011–2013 [Denver, CO])

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floodplain, and prepared a CLOMR. His design accounted for airport-specific regulations that included an enclosed micropool to eliminate potential wildlife attractants. He also provided bid and construction phase services for the DIA. I-70 Over Sand Creek, CDOT, Colorado. Mr. Rosen performed floodplain analysis, scour analyses, roadway drainage, and permanent water-quality design for replacing a scour-critical bridge over Sand Creek. The initial analyses included determining the appropriate bridge waterway opening and pier geometry and analyzing the available freeboard. Construction drawings, bridge hydraulic information sheets, and a drainage report were prepared. To meet the project’s MS4 requirements, an ecology embankment, which is applied linearly along the roadway and is designed to remove 80 percent of total suspended solids, was included. This is the first time this type of BMP was implemented in Colorado, and it is being monitored for potential additional use throughout the state. Four Mile Canyon Creek Low-Flow Channel Improvements, UDFCD and City of Boulder, Colorado. Mr. Rosen prepared construction plans and specifications for the low-flow channel and restoration of a disturbed area within the reach using bio-engineered solutions. He held a public meeting and worked with local residents to provide a design that fit within the community. As part of the design process, he performed a sediment analysis study and prepared a formal report for a channel reach experiencing excessive aggradation. Piney Creek Trail at Gartrell Road, City of Aurora, Colorado. Mr. Rosen performed the analysis and design for a pedestrian/bike trail connection through a concrete box culvert with a shallow floodwall. The design protects sediment from accumulating on the trail, which had been an existing maintenance problem, while minimizing impacts to the channel hydraulics and the riparian vegetation. In addition to delivering construction plans and specifications, he provided bid phase services and construction oversight. Erosion Mitigation Assessment Plans, DIA, Denver, Colorado. Mr. Rosen prepared construction plans and specifications for several sites throughout the DIA with innovative permanent erosion control test sections. He researched and developed customized revegetation specifications for the DIA, which included soil amendment, seeding, and blanketing. As part of the project, he performed an airport-wide site analyses and developed a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) database of erosion problems to help understand the reasons behind the erosion problems. He also provided bid phase and construction oversight for the project. South Suburban Golf Course, South Suburban Parks and Recreation, Colorado. Mr. Rosen was the project engineer responsible for the permitting, design, construction drawings development, specifications, floodplain analyses, and Grading Erosion and Sediment Control (GESC) plans for two pedestrian bridges over Big Dry Creek in the City of Centennial. The hydraulic analyses and the subsequent floodplain delineation documented the impacts, and the FEMA and UDFCD approved the CLOMR and LOMR. South Platte River Bank Stabilization, UDFCD and Adams County, Colorado. Mr. Rosen prepared the design and construction documents for a bank stabilization project along the South Platte River. The stabilization was required to stay within the limits of the nationwide 404 permit and to have no negative effects on the floodplain.

Julie A. Blackburn Minnesota Area Manager

OVERVIEW OF EXPERIENCE

Ms. Blackburn has over 15 years of professional experience working in a leadership capacity in watershed protection and implementation, water resource management, and providing overall strategic management of natural resource programs. As Assistant Director of Policy and Programs at the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources, Ms. Blackburn worked extensively with soil and water conservation districts, watershed districts, and state and federal conservation agencies in the fields of watershed management, drainage management, Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) implementation, and resource conservation planning. Ms. Blackburn facilitated resolution to highly controversial issues with diverse and often polarized interests to achieve workable outcomes, directed strategic communications and public relations programs, worked to achieve successful coordination of state and federal wetland regulations, and coordinated environmental policy development and govern-ment relations programs. As Administrator of the Middle Fork Crow Watershed District and the Sauk River Watershed District, Ms. Blackburn provided leadership to these special-purpose units of government and oversaw all facets of comprehensive watershed management including surface water monitoring and analysis, TMDL studies and implementation plans, stormwater management, public drainage systems, permitting programs, conservation practice planning and implementation, strategic planning, communi-cations, outreach, and public relations. As Associate Professor and Extension Educator at the University of Minnesota Extension Service, Ms. Blackburn worked with diverse interests in the central-Minnesota lake region on lake and stream management programs as well as with agricultural interests on manure, irrigation, pasture, and drainage management programs.

SPECIFIC TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE

Environmental Regulation/Policy. Ms. Blackburn has extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local water related statutes and rules, including wetland, drainage and water pollution program areas. In her leadership role at both state and local agencies, she led the development of rules and permitting programs at state and local government levels, including working with stakeholder groups and regulating agencies to establish performance standards and enforcement policies. As Assistant Director of a state agency, she was responsible for developing, interpreting and implementing Minnesota statute and rules and their potential connections to both local and federal provisions.

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE Comprehensive Watershed

Management Planning Watershed Implementation Total Maximum Daily Load

(TMDL) Planning, Support, and Implementation

Environmental/Wetland Regulation and Policy

Government Relations Organizational Development and

Continuous Process Improvement Meeting Facilitation Communication and Outreach

Strategies

Education M.S. in Environmental and Forest

Biology With System Ecology Emphasis, State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry, Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY (1998)

B.A. Cultural Anthropology and Environmental Science, St. Cloud University, St. Cloud, MN (1992)

Certifications & Training Senior Leadership Institute,

University of Minnesota, Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs (2012)

Stream Fluvial and Geomorphology, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (2005)

Honors & Awards Environmental Leadership Award,

Minnesota Erosion Control Association (2006)

Natural Resource and Environment Outstanding Achievement Award, University of Minnesota Extension Service (2002)

Work History RESPEC (2012–Present) Minnesota Board of Water and Soil

Resources (2008–Present) Middle Fork Crow River Watershed

District (2006–2008) Sauk River Watershed District

(2002–2006) University of Minnesota Extension

Service (1997–2002)

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Legislative/Government Relations. Ms. Blackburn is experienced at coordinating environmental policy development including working through the legislative and agency rule-making process with diverse stakeholders on highly pivotal issues (such as Minnesota’s Wetland Conservation Act). Ms. Blackburn has extensive legislative experience and has successfully moved agency budget and policy initiatives through the legislative process from bill creation through final authorization. As a result of her experience, Ms. Blackburn has highly developed legislative and government relations skills at federal, state and local levels. Watershed Assessment and Comprehensive Planning. Ms. Blackburn managed and implemented comprehensive lake and river monitoring and assessment programs on the Sauk and Middle Fork Crow Watersheds in central Minnesota. Based on the results of monitoring and assessment programs, she planned, initiated, and supported lake and river nutrient, bacteria, and biota and TMDL studies. Ms. Blackburn also wrote, as well as acted as a technical advisor, on developing comprehensive watershed management plans at the county, watershed, and state levels. Watershed Implementation. Ms. Blackburn acquired funding and provided overall management to resource protection and restoration implementation projects totaling over $15M including individual landowner practices (raingardens, feedlots, shoreline restorations, septic systems) and large multigovernment, multilandowner projects (stormwater, drainage, and aquatic plant management programs). Through these efforts, Ms. Blackburn worked cooperatively with federal (Natural Resources Conservation Service [NRCS], U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service [USFWS], U.S. Environ-mental Protection Agency[EPA]) and state agencies as well as conservation organizations (Ducks Unlimited, Pheasants Forever) to implement protection and restoration strategies and programs. Facilitation/Stakeholder Process. Ms. Blackburn has facilitated multiple stakeholder processes that led to the resolution of highly controversial topics including developing water-quality standard regulations, manure management and feedlot ordinances, and sewage treatment issues in sensitive landscapes. She also advised/facilitated the Minnesota Local Government Roundtable’s development of the “One Watershed-One Plan” approach that resulted in the developing legislation that directed statewide watershed planning efforts, which was signed into law in 2012. Strategic Communications. Throughout her career, Ms. Blackburn has developed strategic internal and external communications plans for project-specific, legislative, and unique initiatives using multitiered, multimedia approaches. These skills were more fully developed during her role as CIO at a state agency where she was responsible for executing all agency communications, including crisis communi-cations and acting as an intergovernmental communications liaison. Organization Development. Ms. Blackburn has worked strategically and effectively as a change agent by systematizing continuous process improvement to increase organizational capacity. She also has experience developing performance-based management systems including strategic benchmarking of individual, unit, and organizational performance. As a member of the inaugural Minnesota Senior Leadership Institute, an initiative sanctioned by Governor Dayton, Ms. Blackburn acquired unique skills, techniques, and strategies for implementing change management using an adaptive leadership approach.

MATT SCHEMMEL, PG Project Manager/Hydrogeologist

EDUCATION • BS Geology, University of Minnesota-Duluth, 1997

TRAINING/REGISTRATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

• Certified Professional Geologist, MN (#42592), TX (#408), UT (#5263532-2250) • Erosion/Sediment Control Certification • Certified Asbestos Building Inspector - MN #A17941 • Niton XRF Spectrum Analyzer Training Certified, March 2005 • ITRC LNAPL Training • 40-hour HAZWOPER Training w/Current Refresher YEARS OF EXPERIENCE With Bay West Since: 2007

Industry Experience Since: 1996

Mr. Schemmel has 17 years of experience conducting environmental investigations and field experience including sampling monitoring wells, sampling and performing maintenance of recovery systems, and overseeing soil drilling operations; installation of soil vapor extraction, groundwater air sparging, multi-phase extraction systems; drilling oversight; field screening of soil samples; oversight of the removal of underground storage tanks (USTs); soil gas, indoor air, and vapor intrusion air sampling; collecting samples of materials as part of asbestos surveys, mercury vapor screening, lead paint screening, and performing anthrax and methamphetamine sampling at various facilities.

Mr. Schemmel has 12 years experience managing remedial investigation projects. Investigations include tank removal oversight, subcontractor bidding and coordination, groundwater and soil sampling, data review, report preparation, system installation and design, and client and regulatory contact. Prepared remedial investigation reports for the numerous state programs documenting soil and groundwater conditions at over 150 sites. Responsible for all phases of projects, including proposal and work plan development, budget management, field supervision, report preparation, technical review, and reimbursement applications. Mr. Schemmel has also prepared quality assurance project plans (QAPPs) for several brownfield sites as well as conducted Phase I and Phase II environmental site assessments related to property transactions.

PROJECT EXPERIENCE

Project Manager, Former Spur #4139

Managed groundwater remediation trench and vapor extraction system to prevent migration of contaminants into a surface water; prepared CAD modifications to enhance system for removing free product; installed monitoring wells and conducted groundwater monitoring; installed, operated, and abandoned dual phase extraction system; conducted LIF investigation and 3D plume modeling; managed 30,000 cy soil excavation and large-scale construction dewatering activities during MnDOT’s construction of a storm water retention pond; coordinated conference calls and meetings between several state agencies including MPCA and MnDOT.

Project Manager, L#3522–Former Mealey’s Restaurant, Faribault, MN

Initially managed this re-opened leak site which involved investigating the source of petroleum impacts identified in a storm sewer. The investigation included sampling and monitoring the storm sewer and outfall, reviewing historical documents to identify possible historical conduits. The project was transferred to the MPCA Emergency Response group where Bay West project manager Bill Lazarz conducted additional investigations using soil probes and ultimately excavated and replaced approximately 250-foot section of storm sewer through a former leak site.

Project Manager, L#2085/17591, Former Spur #4576

Managed investigation of multiple petroleum releases including forensics work to identify age, source, and responsible parties. Investigation also included over 100 LIF borings, some within utility backfill, MPE pilot test,

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LNAPL recovery/recharge tests, pilot test work plan for LNAPL skimming, and evaluation of sanitary sewer lining within an alley with identified backfill impacts. Test pits were conducted to expose a sanitary sewer line and identify LNAPL within the backfill. Prepared conceptual corrective action plans including sewer lining to mitigate the risk associated with the impacted sewer backfill.

Project Manager, Various Petroleum Release Sites

Managed/conducted investigation of >200 petroleum release sites in Minnesota. Activities included sampling/performing maintenance of recovery systems, overseeing soil drilling operations, design/installation of soil vapor extraction, multi-phase extraction systems, tank removal oversight; soil gas, indoor air, and vapor intrusion air sampling

Emily L. Javens, P.E. Project Manager, Watershed Management

OVERVIEW OF EXPERIENCE

Ms. Javens joined RESPEC after working 12 years as a water resources engineer and over 5 years as a district engineer for the Scott Soil and Water Conservation District and, later, the Prior Lake–Spring Lake Watershed District. In both organizations, she oversaw the technical aspects of all engineering tasks, administered cost-share programs, completed subwatershed assessments, and designed rural and urban conservation projects. She also managed larger contracts such as a 0.5-mile streambank restoration project for the Scott Water Management Organization. Before her work in Scott County, Ms. Javens was the water resources engineer for the city of Mankato. She worked with several departments to develop the city’s first Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program (SWPPP). The city of Mankato was one of the first ten cities that were required to implement extra efforts into its Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit as a result of a completed Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) study. Ms. Javens worked extensively with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), conservation agencies, and agricultural groups to seek solutions that each sector could accomplish to work toward eliminating the low dissolved oxygen conditions for the Lower Minnesota River. For the past 12 years, Ms. Javens has incorporated her original teaching degree into opportunities to educate various sectors regarding their role and capability to accelerate the goals of clean water in Minnesota. The topics range from rain garden workshops to hydrology classes for civil engineering students. She also teaches erosion control certification courses through the University of Minnesota’s erosion control program. While at RESPEC, Ms. Javens provides guidance and professional engineering capabilities to local government agencies and their partners. Additionally, she provides innovative and effective solutions for challenging resource issues in both urban and rural settings, including stormwater and agricultural practices.

SPECIFIC TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE

Watershed Management. Ms. Javens has over 5 years of experience working within local water management and conservation districts. During that time, she has developed an understanding of the needs and overall operation of such organizations; specifically, the need to effectively communicate with boards that may have limited technical expertise while providing quality work on limited budgets. Because the organizations were small, she was involved in nearly every aspect of these local government agencies, from understanding the legal requirements written in statute to the planning and implementation efforts.

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE Watershed Management Best Management Practice

(BMP) Feasibility and Design Construction Oversight and

Project Management Priority Project Identification

and Landowner Outreach Permit and Regulatory Programs Surface and Groundwater

Protection Program Development Technical Trainer

Education B.S. in Civil Engineering, MN State

University, Mankato (2003) B.S. in Earth Science and

Mathematics Education, MN State University, Mankato (1996)

Registrations & Licenses Professional Engineer in Minnesota Technical Service Provider Certified Professional of Erosion

and Sediment Control

Professional Memberships Supervisor, Blue Earth Soil and

Water Conservation District, (2013–Present)

Treasurer, Minnesota Erosion Control Association (2010–2013)

City Councilwoman (appointed), City of Skyline, MN (2007)

President, American Society of Civil Engineers, MN State University, Mankato (2002–2003)

Certificates & Training Drainage Water Management

(2014) Leadership Institute, MN

Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts (2008–2009)

Honors & Awards Extra Mile Award, MN Society of

Professional Engineers (2006)

Work History RESPEC (2013–Present) Prior Lake–Spring Lake Watershed

District (2011–2013) Scott Soil and Water Conservation

District (2008–2011) City of Mankato (2005–2008) Bolton & Menk, Inc. (2002–2005)

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Best Management Practice (BMP) Feasibility and Design. Ms. Javens was the lead water resources engineer and outlined the erosion and sediment control practices and the stormwater management BMPs required to meet government regulations. She designed conservation practices including grassed waterways, grade stabilization structures, diversions, ravine stabilizations, wetland restorations, lake restorations, and streambank stabilizations. The most important question Ms. Javens asks during any project analysis is whether or not a practice should even be built; she defines the cost benefit of implementing such practices and determines whether or not the project aligns with the established water-quality goals. One of the innovative projects she designed was an integral component of the 2012 state recipient of the Conservationist of the Year that was awarded from the Minnesota Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts. Construction Oversight and Project Management. Ms. Javens has over 10 years of construction oversight experience. She has managed projects as simple as adding a sidewalk to a city park, to more complex projects such as installing several miles of sewer and water lines, to a rural ethanol plant. While at the Watershed District (WD), Ms. Javens managed urban bioretention basin construction, a desiltation basin dredging project, and directional drilling of chemical feed lines for a surface water treatment plant. In preparation of these projects, she has taken the lead in securing permits, conducting public hearings, and working with landowners. Priority Project Identification and Landowner Outreach. Ms. Javens has completed subwatershed assessments in both urban and rural watersheds to identify projects that would meet specified goals at the most cost-effective rate. Following project identification, Ms. Javens developed outreach campaigns to reach private landowners and determine the interest. She also managed grants that used similar analyses to construct projects on private lands that would benefit the general public. Permit and Regulatory Programs. Ms. Javens was in charge of the engineering plan review while at the Prior Lake–Spring Lake Watershed District and the city of Mankato. At both locations, she created and instituted checklists to ease the review process for the both the applicant and the reviewer. Not only did the applicant know exactly how projects would be reviewed, the checklists guaranteed a thorough agency review that identified errors requiring reconciliation before permit approval. Ms. Javens assisted in rewriting WD rules. Her efforts focused on developing rules in a format that clearly communicated standards, did not place undue burden on new and redevelopment, and were aligned with the goals of the district. Surface and Groundwater Protection Program Development. Ms. Javens led the effort to develop and implement the city of Mankato’s SWPPP, as required by the Clean Water Act’s (CWA) National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit. While working in the private sector, she assisted several communities in developing sourcewater protection plans based on the vulnerability of their systems. Technical Trainer. Ms. Javens has been teaching since 1996. The topics range from neighborhood rain garden classes to civil engineering courses. She currently teaches erosion and sediment control certification courses to contractors, designers, inspectors, and site managers through the University of Minnesota’s Stormwater Program. She also develops curriculum for junior and high school students to encourage them (especially young girls) to consider careers in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields.

Michael A. Rotar, P.E. Project Engineer

OVERVIEW OF EXPERIENCE

Mr. Rotar is a project manager/water resources engineer located in Bozeman, Montana. He has 25 years of professional experience in river and riparian restoration design, sediment transport analyses, hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, bioengineered stream bank stabilization, urban stormwater management (including low impact development [LID] techniques), highway drainage, wetland mitigation design, and construction management. Mr. Rotar has applied his expertise to a broad spectrum of water resource projects including channel relocation, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, drainage analyses, flood control and mitigation, and wetland design for water-quality improvement. He has led large-scale channel design efforts in a variety of environments that have ranged from highly confined urban areas to severely degraded drainages. Mr. Rotar has provided construction management services for many of the projects he designed.

SPECIFIC PROJECT EXPERIENCE

Saltese Flats Wetland Restoration, Spokane County Division of Utilities, Spokane County, Washington. The Spokane County Division of Utilities is evaluating potential wetland restoration opportunities at Saltese Flats, located in the southwest portion of the Spokane metropolitan area. The Saltese Flats wetland restoration project could provide a variety of benefits: a natural treatment system for reclaimed water, delayed runoff to recharge the Spokane Valley-Rathdrum Prairie Aquifer and increased flows in the Spokane River during late summer months, a diverse wildlife habitat, and a community resource for public recreation and education. Saltese Flats occupies roughly 1,200 acres within a watershed of approximately 14,000 acres. Saltese Flats includes land that currently functions as wetland and was a lake/wetland system but has been drained and used for agriculture for more than 100 years. Mr. Rotar serves as the engineering project manager. He recently completed the preliminary design phase of the project (2011–2012) and is currently working on the final engineering design.

Story Mill Ecological Restoration Project, Bozeman, Montana. The Trust for Public Land has retained RESPEC to provide wetland and stream restoration design services at a 54-acre parcel located in Bozeman, Montana. Mr. Rotar is the engineer-of-record for all design tasks and is overseeing development of the PS&E package. The project site was formerly in a mix of agricultural and industrial uses; restoration will reestablish natural drainage patterns and reconnect floodplain areas with the two stream channels that bracket the project site. Project construction is slated for Fall of 2104.

Dead Run Stream Improvements, Fairfax County, Virginia. Mr. Rotar served as the project manager for the restoration of a 4,200-foot reach of Dead Run in McLean, Virginia. His responsibilities included performing a geomorphic assessment of

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE Water Resources Engineering Stream Restoration Wetland Mitigation/Restoration

Design Hydrologic/Hydraulic Modeling Flood Hazard Analyses Stormwater Management Construction Engineering and

Management

Education M.S. in Civil Engineering,

University of Colorado, Boulder, CO (1991)

B.S. in Architectural Engineering, University of Colorado, Boulder, CO (1988)

Registrations & Licenses Professional Engineer in Colorado,

Idaho, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Texas, Virginia, Washington, and Wyoming

Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM)

Professional Memberships American Society of Civil Engineers

(ASCE) International Erosion Control

Association

Honors & Awards South Dakota Department of

Transportation Quality Award for Grading Design

2004 Environmental Stewardship Award, National Association of Environmental Professionals

Work History RESPEC (2013–Present) Atkins (2005–2013) Inter-Fluve, Inc. (1997–2004) Aquatic and Wetland Company

(1991–1997) Culbertson Associates, Inc.

(1988–1989)

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the channel; hydrologic and hydraulic evaluations using XP-SWMM and HEC-RAS; and designing restoration treatments that included bank stabilization, floodplain grading and reconnection; and improving a degrade stormwater outfall with a floodplain wetland. PS&E packages were developed and submitted at the 30%, 60%, 90% and final contract documents (1005-complete) stages of the project. Mr. Rotar also led the environmental permitting aspects of the project, which included Clean Water Act (404) permitting, state, regional, and local permits. Project construction was completed in 2010, and Mr. Rotar provided assistance through the bidding phase and technical oversight during construction.

Murphy Ox-Yoke Ranch Stream and Wetland Mitigation Project, MDT, Park County, Montana. Mr. Rotar was the project engineer for a stream and wetland mitigation project on Murphy Ranch, which is located immediately southeast of Emigrant, Montana. The project included creating three wetland cells (approximately 9 acres total) on a portion of the site and restoring a portion of Murphy Creek by adding sinuosity, increasing floodplain connectivity, and improving channel dimensions for aquatic habitat. Mr. Rotar led the grading design for the wetland areas and the design for proposed improvements to the stream channel.

Baxter Creek Stream Realignment/Restoration, Bozeman, Montana. Mr. Rotar served as the project manager for the realignment and complete reconstruction of Baxter Creek through Phase 4 of the Baxter Meadows development in northwest Bozeman, Montana. The design elements included establishing a new channel and floodplain, stabilizing streambanks with bioengineering, and revegetating the entire corridor with native vegetation. Mr. Rotar also led the permitting effort and provided oversight during project construction.

Upper Tannehill Creek Channel and Stream Bank Stabilization, Austin, Texas. Mr. Rotar provided design and engineering services, including producing construction plans and specifications, for the Upper Tannehill Creek Channel and Stream bank Stabilization project within Bartholomew Park in Austin, Texas, as part of the Austin Clean Water Program (ACWP). Mr. Rotar was the lead design engineer and served as liaison with the prime engineering design firm and City of Austin personnel. The project's purpose is to prevent further channel degradation and bank erosion by providing a stable channel slope and cross-section geometry. Changes to the existing channel planform and dimensions are intended to more closely balance the sediment transport capacity within the reach by reducing or eliminating areas that have excess transport capacity. Regrading excessively steep and incised stream banks provides a more functional connection between the active channel and its floodplain. Approximately 2,150 feet of the Tannehill Creek channel was stabilized within Bartholomew Park.

Integrated Streambank Protection Guidelines, Washington Departments of Ecology, Fish and Wildlife, and Transportation, Washington. Mr. Rotar was a contributing author for the state of Washington’s Integrated Streambank Protection Guidelines (ISPG). This statewide document was intended as a tool for establishing acceptable approaches, methods, and techniques for stream and riverbank stabilization in light of Endangered Species Act (ESA) issues in the state of Washington. Mr. Rotar assisted with authoring several specific bank treatment techniques. The ISPG was prepared for a wide audience, such as the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) staff, who reviewed hydraulic permit applications for bank protection projects; engineers from the public and private sectors, who designed bank protection projects; and planners and policy decision makers. The goal of the guidelines was to provide advice for eroding stream and riverbanks. The guidelines were intended to foster an understanding of river processes so that the designs prescribed for managing bank erosion were appropriate.

Rick R. Moser, P.E. Manager, Water Resources

OVERVIEW OF EXPERIENCE

Mr. Moser brings 25 years of experience in the areas of water resource planning and design. He has successfully completed a number of projects, including the design of such features as stormwater quality facilities, channel restoration efforts, detention facilities, constructed wetlands, and temporary and permanent erosion control measures. He has served as project manager on a variety of projects for numerous local and state government agencies.

SPECIFIC PROJECT EXPERIENCE

Erosion Control Inspections–Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) Region 1 Construction Projects, CDOT. Mr. Moser was the inspection coordinator responsible for scheduling inspections and, along with the Region Erosion Control Advisory Team, responsible for interviewing the project Professional Engineer (PE). In addition, Mr. Moser reviewed the Stormwater Management Plan (SWMP) and the project field conditions, prepared an action item report, and completed the project evaluation and rating form. Berthoud Pass Drainage Design, CDOT and JF Sato. As a senior engineer, Mr. Moser was responsible for the preliminary drainage design including development of the project hydrology for both on-site and off-site watersheds, culvert hydraulics for approximately 25 cross culverts, and preliminary design for six permanent stormwater quality-control basins. The purpose of the basins is to remove traction sand (from winter maintenance operations) from the runoff before discharge to adjacent receiving waters. Erie Drainage Improvements, Town of Erie and Urban Drainage and Flood Control District. Mr. Moser was the project manager responsible for preparation of contract documents. The design plans included approximately 5,000 feet of channel improvements, a culvert crossing, and three grade-control structures. Specifications were also completed. Mr. Moser coordinated efforts with affected utility companies, adjacent landowners, city staff, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Pine River Bank Stabilization, Bechtolt Engineering and Southern Ute Indian Reservation. Mr. Moser was the project manager responsible for the hydraulic analysis of approximately 2,000 feet of the Pine River near Ignacio, Colorado. The hydraulic information was used in the design of a gabion slope mattress to protect the channel bank from further erosion. The slope mattress thickness, lateral extents, and vertical extents were established. Broadway Avenue Storm Sewer Design, Carter-Burgess and City of Boulder, Colorado. A hydrologic analysis using the Colorado Urban Hydrograph Procedure (CUHP) and Urban Drainage Stormwater Management Model (UDSWM) computer models for a large off-site

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE Hydrologic and Hydraulic

Models Watershed Master Planning Bridge Scour Analysis Channel Restoration Drainage Design and Plans

Education M.S. in Civil Engineering (Water

Resources), University of Colorado at Denver, Denver, CO (1992)

B.S. in Mining Engineering, South Dakota School of Mines & Technology, Rapid City, SD (1984)

Registrations & Licenses Professional Engineer in Colorado,

Wyoming, Nevada, and Minnesota

Professional Memberships American Public Works Association Colorado Association of Stormwater

and Floodplain Managers

Work History RESPEC (2011–Present) Moser & Associates Engineering

(2000–2011) AECOM (1996–2000) Colorado Department of

Transportation (1986–1996)

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watershed tributary to Broadway Avenue was completed. The calculated peak flows were then used to identify alternatives and required storm sewer trunk line sizes within Broadway to adequately convey the 5-year design event. Mr. Moser also served as project manager for completion of construction plans for approximately 3,000 lineal feet of storm sewer trunk line improvements. Todd Creek Hydraulic Analysis and Conditional Letter of Map Revision (CLOMR) Request, Washington Group. A hydraulic analysis for the Main Stem of Todd Creek and two tributaries was completed. The analysis included HEC2 modeling and identification of changes to the 100-year Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) regulatory floodplain. A CLOMR request and the necessary FEMA application forms were completed. Pleasant View Outfall Systems Planning Study, Jefferson County Colorado and Urban Drainage and Flood Control District. The CUHP and UDSWM were used to determine the peak flow rates and volumes at various design points within the study area. A number of alternatives to mitigate or eliminate flooding problems were identified and a preliminary design report was completed. Spring Gulch Channel Improvements, Highlands Ranch Metropolitan District and Urban Drainage and Flood Control District. Two drop structures—one grouted sloping boulder drop structure and one vertical concrete drop structure with riprap—were designed, in addition to 500 feet of channel improvements, including flattening of side slopes and erosion control blanket. Construction plans and specifications were prepared. City of Englewood Outfall Systems Planning Study, Englewood and Urban Drainage and Flood Control District. Flood prone areas were identified through citizen input and HEC-RAS modeling. Prioritized improvement recommendations were made based on estimated construction costs, environmental impacts, utility constraints, and right-of-way requirements. An approximate floodplain was defined and a preliminary design report completed. Valley Club Acres Drainage Improvements, Aurora, Urban Drainage & Flood Control District, and Arapahoe County. The project included design of 2,600 feet of storm sewer along with 500 feet of open channel. Construction plans and specifications were completed. Detailed Infrastructure Master Plan for Stapleton, Stapleton Development Corporation. The stormwater and drainage management portions of the infrastructure planning project for the 4,700-acre former airport site was completed. Water systems modeling was also completed for the proposed distribution system. Straight Creek Erosion Control Project, CDOT. Eleven sediment basins were designed and constructed to reduce sediment loading to the creek. Basin volume, geometry, and release rates were designed to efficiently capture sanding material from winter maintenance operations and from erosion of highway cut slopes. I-70 at Agate, CDOT. Mr. Moser was the project manager for drainage work. He oversaw completion of drainage design for an 11-mile segment of I-70 just west of Limon, Colorado. Culvert hydraulic analysis, roadway inlet design, and bridge scour analysis were completed.

Charlie K. Vandam Sr. Water Resource Scientist/Montana Area Manager

OVERVIEW OF EXPERIENCE

Mr. Vandam has 23 years of experience in environmental planning, science, and geology; remediating hazardous wastes; land-use planning and development; and land/resource management. Mr. Vandam has managed remedial investigations and feasibility studies on petroleum release sites, petroleum and chemical handling and storage facilities, abandoned mine sites, wood processing facilities, and equipment repair shops. He has designed corrective actions using a variety of technologies including infused oxygen, vapor extraction, chemical oxidation, and source removal. Mr. Vandam’s experience also includes stormwater and pollution discharge permits, spill prevention control and countermeasure (SPCC) plans, predictive models for contaminant migration, wellhead and source water protection plans, and Geographic Information System (GIS) development for various range and water resource management projects.

SPECIFIC PROJECT EXPERIENCE

Michael’s West Petroleum Release, Kalispell, Montana. Mr. Vandam was project manager for the response, mitigation, investigation, and corrective actions for this over 10,000-gallon gasoline release into the city of Kalispell’s utility system. Corrective actions included product recovery, vapor extraction/air sparging systems in the adjacent state highway right of way, and permitting wastewater discharge of the recovered and treated contaminated groundwater. Long Machinery Remedial Actions, Lewiston, Idaho, Kalispell, and Missoula, Montana. Mr. Vandam was the project manager and directed remedial assessments and remedial actions for three heavy equipment machinery shops. Each site required the extensive removal and disposal of chlorinated solvent wastes and mitigating fugitive vapors. Groundwater Treatment Feasibility Study, U.S. Highway 2, Havre, Montana. As project manager, Mr. Vandam directed site characterization and developed remedial options for dewatering and treating contaminated groundwater removed from the U.S. Highway 2 reconstruction project through Havre, Montana. Stimson Lumber Dam Removal, Bonner, Montana. Mr. Vandam completed environmental permitting for removing the Stimson Lumber Company Dam on the Blackfoot River in western Montana. Milltown Reservoir Sediments Comprehensive Environ-mental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act, Milltown, Montana. Mr. Vandam was project manager for this groundwater monitoring project as a subcontractor to Envirocon. The pPast work on this project included groundwater modeling, sediment characterization, and flood analyses.

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE Large–Scale Program/Project

Management and Planning Watershed Restoration and

Planning Groundwater Management Property Due Diligence Remediation Assessment and

Design

Education B.A. in Geology, University of

Montana, Missoula, MT (1981)

Certifications & Training Underground Storage Tank

Management Hazardous Material Operations

and Management Postgraduate Work in Groundwater

Management and Land-Use Planning

Advanced Groundwater Training With Pesticides

Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure Workshop

Work History RESPEC (2013–Present) Atkins North America, Inc.

(1992–2013) Vandam & Associates (1991–1992) SRH Montana (1990–1991) Missoula County Office of

Community Development (1987–1990)

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Groundwater Vulnerability Mapping Project, Ravilli County, Montana. As project manager, Mr. Vandam designed procedures and directed landscape-scale numerical modeling of septic system discharges through the Bitterroot Valley. Dry Willow Water Management Plan, Powder River Basin, Wyoming. Mr. Vandam was Project Manager for developing water management plans for Dry Willow coal bed methane plans of development in the southern Powder River Basin. Amsterdam Village Land Development, Bozeman, Montana. Mr. Vandam was the project manager for permitting a public water supply and discharging treated wastewater from this 500-lot combined, residential and commercial development west of Bozeman, Montana. East Poplar Oilfield Brine Investigation, Poplar, Montana. Mr. Vandam directed the remedial investigation of an oil and gas brine plume and a feasibility study to replace impacted drinking water wells in the shallow drinking water aquifer northeast of Poplar, Montana. Diesel Storage Facility Design and SPCC Plan, Missoula, Montana. Mr. Vandam served as the project manager for developing, designing, and permitting a 60,000-gallon aboveground storage tank facility to serve as an emergency fuel source for a municipal water system. Source Water Delineation Plan, City of Missoula Municipal Water Supply, Missoula, Montana. Mr. Vandam was the project manager and principal author of a source water delineation plan that protected the water supply for this community of 60,000. Stimson Lumber Fire Supply Feasibility Project, Bonner, Montana. Mr. Vandam was the project manager for preparing a feasibility study to assess options for water systems development and a fire water supply for this 170-acre facility. The feasibility study included a cost analysis of available water sources and configuring the existing groundwater supply to address fire demand. Stimson Lumber Co. Fire Pond Lagoon Remediation, Bonner, Montana. Mr. Vandam was the project manager for remedial actions on contaminated sediments and subsurface soils from the lumber mill’s historic, hydraulic oil releases adjacent to the Blackfoot River. Pioneer Mountain Resource Planning GIS, Hailey, Idaho. Mr. Vandam was the project manager for developing a landscape-level GIS to monitor resource improvements related to sheep grazing across this 24,000-acre sheep and livestock ranch and 1 million acres of federal leases. Missoula Professional Baseball Park Brownfield Site; Missoula, Montana. Mr. Vandam was the principal investigator and project manager for this Phase I and Phase II assessments and clearance of environmental conditions to allow the development of a public ballpark within this Montana Comprehensive Environ-mental Cleanup and Restoration Act site.

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Nitrate Prediction Model, Spokane Hill and Hidden Valley Basins, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Mr. Vandam was the project manager for developing a prototype nitrate prediction model for the Kootenai County Planning Office. It was used to assess potential groundwater impacts from land development projects.

SELECTED PUBLICATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS

Vandam, C., 2002. “Phase I Environmental Site Assessments,” The Journal for Legal Assistants, Vol. 29, No. 2. Vandam C., 1993. “Missoula Water Partnership: Protecting Water Supplies Through Cooperation, Education, and Action,” Workshop on Western Wetland and Riparian Areas: Public/Private Efforts in Recovery, Management, and Education, R. H. Hamre (ed.), September 9–11, Snowbird, UT. Vandam, C., 1993. “Wellhead Protection Management Operations: An Example of Public/Private Cooperation,” National Wellhead Protection Conference, March 28–April 1, Coeur d’Alene, ID. Vandam, C. and J. Horwich, 1992. Implementation Plan: Recommended Wellhead Management Options, prepared by Vandam & Associates, Missoula, MT, for Mountain Water Company, Missoula, MT.

Greg Larson Senior Advisor

OVERVIEW OF EXPERIENCE

Mr. Larson has over 40 years of experience working in natural resources management that involves soil science, wetland ecology, and wetland management. Mr. Larson planned and conducted training for soils, wetland hydrology, and wetland delineation. He partnered with the United States Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to administer the Minnesota Cooperative Soil Survey Program. Mr. Larson provided technical support to an array of natural resources initiatives, including erosion control, water quality, soil survey, conservation easement, and wetland management programs. His responsibilities have also included legislative, program and budget development and management, and supervision.

SPECIFIC TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE

Training and Technical Support. Mr. Larson has extensive experience in planning and conducting training on wetland soils, hydrology, wetland delineation, and functional assessment. Over a 20-year period, nearly 1,000 people have enrolled in wetland delineation classes that were conducted at many locations in Minnesota and Wisconsin. During his employment with the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR), Mr. Larson established and codirected the Minnesota Wetland Delineator Certification Program (WDCP) and served as a primary instructor for an interagency wetland training team. Since WDCP’s inception, nearly 200 wetland professionals have become certified delineators, and an additional 100 wetland professionals have attained delineator in-training status. During his employment with Minnesota as a soil scientist and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) as a senior ecologist, he mentored junior staff and provided day-to-day technical support for wetland soils and wetland delineation and was the “trouble-shooter” for complex or controversial cases. He worked closely with legal counsel and other officials representing local, state, and federal government agencies who enforce wetland regulations. While employed by Lafayette County, Mr. Larson was responsible for administering the county zoning code and floodplain regulations. He also designed and supervised the construction of best management practices for soil erosion control and animal waste management. Leadership and Consultation: Wetlands, Soils, and Natural Resources. Mr. Larson has managed many projects related to wetlands, soil and water conservation, wildlife habitat, and other critical lands. Some of the projects he managed while employed by the state of Minnesota include: (1) selecting reference wetlands to evaluate wetland restorations; (2) writing administrative rules for the state (erosion control) Cost-Sharing Program, Reinvest in Minnesota Conservation Easement Program, and Wetland Conservation Act; (3) developing the Minnesota River Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) (CREP

Technical Expertise Wetland Soils and Hydrology Soil and Water Management Wetland Regulation and Policy Wetland Training Wetland Investigations Education M.S. in Soil Science With Forest

Hydrology Emphasis, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN (1985)

B.S. in Water Resources and Natural Resources Management With Soil Science Emphasis, University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point, WI (1973)

Registrations & Licenses Minnesota Certified Wetland

Delineator (1140) Professional Soil Scientist in

Minnesota (30037) and Wisconsin (82-112)

Honors & Awards

Department of the Army Commanders Award for Civilian Service (2013)

Minnesota Wetland Professionals Association Career Achievement Award (2009)

University of Wisconsin Stevens Point College of Natural Resources Outstanding Alumnus (1998)

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Innovation Award (1998)

Soil and Water Conservation Society Fellow Award (1996)

Work History RESPEC (2013–Present)

Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources (1976–2013)

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (2009–2013)

Lafayette County, WI (1973–1976)

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resulted in over 100,000 acres of perpetual easements targeted to environmentally sensitive lands); (4) developing an Environmental Benefits Index to target resources to environmentally sensitive lands; (5) conducting an assessment of conservation easement lands as a source of cellulosic-based energy crops; (6) developing, with NRCS and the University of Minnesota, a soil productivity interpretation for WEB Soil Survey; (7) developing techniques with the University of Minnesota and NRCS to expedite the conversion of nondigital soil survey products to products compatible with the WEB Soil Survey; (8) working with the NRCS to update soil surveys and convert existing soil surveys to a digital format, resulting in updated soil surveys for six counties and digital soil surveys for all or part of 87 counties; (9) providing guidance concerning the effect of drainage infrastructure on wetland hydrology; and (10) creating a pocket guide to Field Indicators of Hydric Soil. Mr. Larson also served on a legislatively authorized panel to evaluate restoration projects funded with Conservation Legacy proceeds (Conservation Legacy is a voter-approved constitutional amendment passed by Minnesota voters in 2008). He also served as a member of the first Technical and Scientific Advisory Committee (TSAC) for the Red River Basin. TSAC was charged with developing scientifically and technically based recommendations for policy makers regarding flooding control in the Red River of the North. His paper that discussed the potential for land cover to influence runoff curve numbers was included in the papers published by the Committee. While employed by the USACE, Mr. Larson was involved in developing regional supplements to the 1987 Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual as a peer reviewer for the Great Plains Regional Supplement and as a member of regional technical teams for the Midwest and North Central and Northeast Supplements. He also managed a project to develop a wetland probability and sensitivity model for low-relief landscapes, authored guidance concerning wetland preservation as compensatory mitigation, and coauthored guidance on submitting wetland delineation reports for regulatory review. In addition, Mr. Larson served on a work group that assessed options for mitigating impacts to wetlands and other waters of the United States impacted by mining in northeastern Minnesota.

SELECTED PUBLICATIONS & PRESENTATIONS

Larson, G. A., 1984. “Soil Productivity and Vulnerability Indices for Erosion Control Programs,” Proceedings of the National Symposium on Erosion and Soil Productivity, American Society of Agricultural Engineers, Hyatt Regency New Orleans, New Orleans, LA, December 10–11. Larson, G. A., G. Roloff, and W. E. Larson, 1988. “A New Approach to Marginal Agricultural Land Classification,” Journal of Soil and Water Conservation, Vol. 43, No. 1, pp. 103–106. Roloff, G., G. A. Larson, W. E. Larson, R. P. Voss, and P. W. Becken, 1988. “A Dual Targeting Criterion for Soil Conservation Programs in Minnesota,” Journal of Soil and Water Conservation, Vol. 43, No. 1, pp. 99–102.

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CHRIS HOGLUND, PS Project Manager

Overview Chris is a project manager specializing in section subdivision, boundary surveys, platting, ALTA/ACSM land title surveys, lot surveys, and construction staking for land and energy projects. His knowledge of commercial, residential, and energy project management helps drive the success of projects. Chris deals directly with clients, civil engineers, site superintendents, architects, and government officials to make sure each phase of the project is dealt with properly.

Experience

COMMERCIAL ALTA/ACSM Land Title Survey, Missota Paper Mill, Brainerd – As the project manager for this 155-acre land title survey, was the head crew chief and draftsman. Tasks included boundary establishment and section breakdown, locating all existing improvements and utilities, setting site control, and drafting this detailed ALTA/ACSM land title survey. Lakewood Health System-Staples Hospital, Staples, Minnesota – As the project manager for the new Lakewood Health System, Staples Hospital, was responsible for coordination of crews and computations for all aspects of construction staking. Proactively approached the challenges of this fast moving project by maintaining good communication with the client and project team. The unique building design had several different radial structure lines which required experience in many facets of construction surveying. Met aggressive goals and provided quality construction staking for layout of building grids, wall lines, grading, curb and gutter, paving, sidewalks, landscaping, site control, and more. JC Penneys, Baxter, Minnesota – As the project manager for the new retail store in Baxter, was responsible for the preparation of preliminary and final plats, coordination of crews, and computations for all aspects of the topographic survey for design and construction staking. Worked closely with his client, government officials, architects, grading contractors, and site superintendents to be sure all aspects of the project progressed smoothly.

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RESIDENTIAL JMS Baxter Estates, Baxter, Minnesota – As the project manager for JMS Baxter Estates, a 154-acre mixed use subdivision, was involved in all aspects of the project from start to finish. Tasks included acquiring and processing all field data required for targets to obtain aerial photo control, construction staking for sanitary sewer, watermain, storm sewer, blue tops and grading stakes for road construction, erosion, and ponding. Was also responsible for the preparation of the preliminary and final plats, all computations for construction staking, computations for all boundary and lot corners, and preparation of municipal trail easements and descriptions. At the completion of this project, headed the field work and drafting of as-built/record drawings for all the municipal utilities on this project. The Grand Residential Development, City of Lake Shore, Minnesota – Prepared preliminary and final plats for an 80-acre residential development on the Gull Lake chain of lakes. Dealt with many different governments of public entities to work through all density and environmental concerns.

WIND Iberdrola Renewables, Inc., San Diego County, California – Project surveyor. ALTA/ACSM land title survey and existing conditions on 39 sections for proposed 126 turbine wind farm. Provided section breakdowns for 39 sections, boundary, topography and various legal descriptions for this 200MW farm. Iberdrola Renewables, Inc., Crawford County, Iowa – Project surveyor. ALTA/ACSM land title survey and existing conditions on 37 sections for proposed 116 turbine wind farm. Provided section breakdowns for 39 sections, boundary, topography and various legal descriptions for this 200MW farm. Iberdrola Renewables, Inc., Kern County, California – Project surveyor. ALTA/ACSM land title survey and existing conditions on 17 sections for proposed 165 turbine wind farm. Provided section breakdowns for 39 sections, boundary, topography and various legal descriptions. enXco, Inc., Howard County, Iowa – Project surveyor. Remonumented 29 sections for ALTA/ACSM land title survey and existing conditions on 100 MW wind farm. Provided section breakdowns for 29 sections, boundary, and topography for this 67 turbine farm.

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GE Energy, Iraan, Texas – Crew chief. Remonumented sections for ALTA/ACSM land title surveys and existing conditions on 160 MW wind farm. Provided existing conditions topographic survey of existing transmission line and substation. GE Energy, Storm Lake Transmission Line, Iowa – Crew chief. Remonumented sections for ALTA/ACSM land title surveys and existing conditions on 192 MW wind farm. Provided boundary and topographic survey for the preparation of new easements and construction of 60 miles of transmission line. GE Energy, Iraan, Texas – Crew chief. Remonumented sections for ALTA/ACSM land title surveys and existing conditions on 210 MW wind farm. Provided existing conditions topographic survey of existing transmission line and substation.

SOLAR Ecos Energy, LLC., Northern Indiana – Project Manager. Provided management for ALTA/ACSM Land Title Surveys for 7 proposed solar sites located in northern Indiana. Also prepare various easement acquisition and vacation exhibits for access and utilities.

POWER DELIVERY Xcel Energy, Buffalo County, Wisconsin – Project Manager. Provide land survey management for various phases of land acquisition, section subdivion, parcel mapping, base map preparation and easement assembly for CapX 2020 project located in Buffalo County, Wisconsin. Great River Energy, Southwestern Minnesota – Project surveyor. Provide field and office support for section subdivision, parcel mapping and easement assembly for over 250 miles of proposed CapX 2020 transmission line across southwestern Minnesota.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE Minnesota Department of Transportation, Mankato, Minnesota – Project manager to assist the Minnesota Department of Transportation’s survey department in section subdivisions for the reconstruction of Trunk Highway No. 169 from Mankato, MN to St. Peter, MN. Duties included scheduling crews, research and analysis of historic data, examination of evidence, corresponding with MNDOT personnel, computing corner positions and preparation of Certificates of Government Location and Statements of History.

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Deputy County Surveyor, Benton County, Minnesota – Deputy County Surveyor for the remonumentation of 496 Public Land Survey corners. Duties include scheduling crews, research and analysis of historic data, examination of evidence, corresponding with County officials to coordinate excavation of corners, computing corner positions, preparation of Certificates of Government Location and Statements of History. Cass County, Minnesota – Project Surveyor for the remonumentation Township Public Land Survey corners. Duties include scheduling crews, research and analysis of historic data, examination of evidence, corresponding with County Surveyor to coordinate excavation of corners, computing corner positions, preparation of Certificates of Government Location and Statements of History. Mississippi Headwaters, Minnesota – Project manager and crew chief for setting up GPS field survey control and collection of water elevation data for URS Corporation and Army Corp of Engineers for Leech Lake, Cass Lake chain, Lake Winnibigoshish, Pokegama Chain of Lakes, Whitefish Chain of Lakes, Gull Lake Chain of Lakes, Lake Bemidji, Big Sandy Lake, City of Aitkin and the Mississippi River from Big Sandy to City of Aitkin.

Education AAS, Civil Technologies, Central Minnesota Technical College BS, Land Surveying and Mapping, St. Cloud State University, St. Cloud, MN

Registrations Registered Land Surveyor: Minnesota, Iowa, Nevada, New York, South Dakota, Oregon, Illinois and California.

Associations Minnesota Society of Professional Surveyors

Chronology Westwood Professional Services, May 1999 – Present

Submitted to

Minnehaha Creek Watershed District

15320 Minnetonka Blvd.

Minnetonka, MN 55345

Submitted by

RESPEC

1935 West County Road B2, Suite 320

Roseville, MN 55113

May 2014

RSI/P-3154

For Design of the Long Lake Creek Corridor Improvement Project—Phase II

Budget Worksheet

BUDGET WORKSHEET

RESPEC Page 1

Consultant Time Allocation Hourly Rate

RESPEC 69%

Lee Rosen 25% $ 110.00

Julie Blackburn QA/QC Incidental $ 150.00

Mike Rotar 11% $ 120.00

Emily Javens 16% $ 110.00

Rick Moser QA/QC Incidental $ 150.00

Charlie Vandam QA/QC Incidental $ 150.00

Greg Larson 4% $ 10.00

Technician 13% $ 75.00

Bay West 22%

Matt Schemmel 2% $ 110.00

Staff Professional 7% $ 80.00

CADD Specialist 1% $ 60.00

Technician 6% $ 65.00

Site Supervisor 6% $ 85.00

Westwood 9%

Chris Hoglund 2% $ 125.00

Survey Crew 7% $ 180.00

Exhibit B - Scope of Work Budget Worksheet

Long Lake Creek Improvement Project—Phase II

ID Task Estimated Hours Budget Schedule

a Data Collection 202 $ 26,042 May - July

b Preliminary Design Report 286 $ 29,123 May - August

c Final Design Report 124 $ 10,410 August - October

d Permitting 198 $ 21,365 May - November

e Design Meetings 66 $ 7,410 May - November

f Construction Bid Documents and Bidding 84 $ 8,515 October - December

g Construction Observation and Oversight 254 $ 34,178 December - April

Sub-Total 1,214 $ 137,043

Contingency $ 13,704

Total $ 150,747