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been adequately addressed. We assume that all documentation and data will be adequate and internally consistent after the revised submittals. Deliverables i Up to two rounds of review comments, critiques, advice on solutions for the Initial Study, Draft EIR and the technical studies to be provided electronically in MS Word or Adobe PDF Attendance at up to two meetings (assumed to be virtual) by up to four Ascent staff (including technical specialists) Task 3: Peer Review of Final EIR Ascent will review comment letters received and responses to comments prepared by the applicant's EIR consultant. Similar to the Draft FIR, Ascent's management team and technical experts will critically review the responses to comments on behalf of the City to furnish the necessary level of technical expertise as an extension of City staff. We will advise the City on whether the written responses adequately address the comments. We will also advise the City as to whether any comments may trigger the requirement to recirculate the Draft EIR pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15088.5. It is difficult to predict the number and magnitude of comments received on the Draft EIR; however, we have assumed a budget of up to 40 hours to peer review responses to comments. Once all Final EIR files are received, we will provide an estimate on the level of effort required to complete the peer review of responses to comments. Any discrepancies with the original budget will be discussed with the City and may require a budget augment. We will document comments and critiques through comment features in MS Word or Adobe Acrobat. Any required revisions will be completed by the applicant and resubmitted. Ascent will participate in up to two meetings with the City (and if desired, the applicant's team) to discuss review comments. Following any revisions that may be necessary, we will conduct a second review to determine if comments have been adequately addressed. We assume that all documentation and data will be adequate and internally consistent after the revised submittals. Deliverables Up to two rounds of review comments, critiques, advice on solutions for the Final EIR and the technical studies to be provided electronically in MS Word or Adobe PDF Attendance at up to two meetings (assumed to be virtual) by up to four Ascent staff (including technical specialists) Task 4: Project Management and Meetings The Ascent project management team will devote effort each week to ensure an efficient and timely process for project execution. We will develop a mutually agreeable schedule prior to the kickoff meeting and will maintain and update the schedule throughout the environmental review process. Our project manager will track the critical path and inform the City of critical milestones that may be at risk. Other typical tasks would include cost tracking, budget management, participation in conference/video-call meetings, and unscheduled phone calls and email communication, as needed. We understand the City may desire to meet on a bi-weekly basis if necessary and have budgeted for participation in up to 20 conference -call meetings (two team members at 1 hour each). Ascent will also support the City during public meetings and Planning Commission/City Council study sessions and hearings. We have included time for attendance in person at up to three Planning Commission/City Council study sessions/public hearings (two team members at 2 hours each). 10 ASCENT 1/06.0823