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SCOPE OF WORK The methodology and scope of work presented here is designed to meet the needs of the City by implementing the Project Approach outlined above. The methodology unfolds in two phases: Phase 1 includes development of the all-sector GHG emissions inventory and forecasts, and Phase 2 includes development of the emissions targets and the Climate Action Plan (CAP) and associated implementation strategy. Stakeholder engagement is interwoven into ail phases of the project, but is called out separately under Task 8. The following section outlines the recommended workplan for executing the project, with specific attention to tasks and team responsibilities in each phase. Phase '1: Develop Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory and Forecast The primary deliverables for this phase will be the GHG emissions inventory and forecast for both government operations and the community, along with associated data files. A baseline GHG inventory and the associated emission projections form the foundation on which the CA P's GHG reduction target is established and reduction measures are evaluated. Therefore, establishing an accurate, transparent, and useful baseline GHG inventory is key to developing a successful CAP. AECOM will lead the execution of the inventory and forecast, with additional technical support from ICLE1. Fehr and Peers will perform data collection and contribute to emissions analysis for the transportation sector. The inventory and forecast methodology will follow the most current and widely-accepted standards. For government operations emissions, the inventory will comply with the Local Government Operations Protocol (LGO Protocol), which was developed in 2008 through a partnership between ICLEI, the California Air Resources Board, the California Climate Action Registry, and The Climate Registry. For community-scale emissions, the inventory will rely on current best practices in California and will be informed by guidance from the California Air Resources Board, the California Attorney General's Office, the Association of Environmental Professionals, and the South Coast Air Quality Management District. Analysis will also be performed to align the community-scale inventory with guidance coming out of ICLEI's Community Protocol development process- The Community Protocol is scheduled for release in 'I? Quarter 20'12, so while the final document may not be available upon initiation of the inventory, 1CLE1 will communicate the guidance that is likely to be included in the Pro#ocol. Task /. GHG Emissions Inventory The GHG emissions inventory will be developed through the following subtasks. Subtask 7a_ Identify Base/ine Year AECOM will assist the City in identifying an industry-standard base year that allows for assembly of a complete data set, while also allowing significant recent actions to be demonstrated against the baseline. The identification of a reasonable baseline year will ii