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CITY OF SANTA ANA ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTING SERVICES QUALIFICATIONS Biological Resources and Sensitive Species Assessments University of California, Irvine This biological assessment of the general campus area and specific analyses of four portions of the campus was conducted where proposed development may occur. This was done to supplement previous studies and for inclusion in an EIR for the University's Long Range Development Plan. Detailed surveys were conducted of all biological resources, including sensitive plants and bird species. The study included a detailed burrowing owl survey, surveys for the California gnatcatcher and cactus wren, and a rare plant survey for Dudleya multicaulis, which is known to occur on the campus. The sensitive bird surveys determined the locations of these species throughout the campus. Special emphasis was placed on the locations of cactus wrens and California gnatcatchers in the Biological Reserve. The locations of paired birds were documented. Various campus experts were also consulted for data and expertise on the biological resources present on campus. The study included preparation of a detailed mitigation program. Permit Acquisition Assistance (404, 1601, and Certification of 401 Analyses) and Wetlands Determination for Haul Road Crossing Irvine Ranch Water District and Serrano Irrigation District This project entailed strategizing with the Irvine Ranch Water District and the Serrano Irrigation District regarding the acquisition of Corps of Engineers 404, California Department of Fish and Game 1601, and Regional Water Quality Certification 401 permits for the proposed construction of a bridge crossing Santiago Canyon Road at Limestone Canyon in Orange County. Jurisdictional wetlands were determined by identifying hydrophytic vegetation, hydric soil, and wetlands hydrology. Biological Resource Analysis for Campus House II Building Site University of California at Irvine UCI planned to build a support services facility called "University House II" on approximately 5 acres of undeveloped land. A biological survey was conducted to characterize the general vegetation and wildlife resources at the site, evaluate the site's potential to support sensitive plant species, assess potential impacts of development on these resources, and verify the applicability of the Long Range Development Plan EIR mitigation measures to reduce or eliminate significant impacts of the project. Biological Resources Services for Tesoro High School Expansion Culbertson, Adams & Associates Project involved biological resources services in support of infrastrucure expansions at Tesoro High School, located in Rancho Santa Margarita, Orange County. Specifically, the two sites at the high school include a parking lot and ball field expansion. Following the biological reconnaissance -level survey conducted for the parking lot expansion, a letter report was prepared addressing potential project impacts to the coastal California gnatcatcher. The biological reconnaissance -level survey for the ball field expansion included vegetation mapping and a sensitive species habitat assessment. The results of the survey were summarized in a detailed biological technical report of findings. Cultural Resources Services at CA -ORA -196 at Michelson and San Diego Creek Irvine Ranch Water District Previous work performed at CA -ORA -196 was reviewed and evaluated to delineate the boundaries in order to avoid impact to the site during construction of a 7 -acre demonstration garden complex and associated facilities. All past work completed at the site was reviewed and a series of shovel test pits were conducted to more precisely define the northwestern, western, and southern boundaries. Recommendations included avoidance of an area known to contain human remains, addition of a fill layer to cover a historic component, construction monitoring of a potentially sensitive area, and presence of a Native American monitor during grading due to the high potential for discovery of human remains. 110@13 Chambers Group • Certified Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise • Small Business Enterprise