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I. INTRODUCTION The City of Santa Ana is requesting proposals from planning and environmental consulting firms for preparation of an environmental document for the Bat Nha Buddhist Meditation Center at 803 South Sullivan Street, Santa Ana. The scope of work may include any and all work efforts related to the analysis, preparation, community outreach and related compliance with CEQA. This will include the preparation of a mitigated negative declaration (or an environmental impact report if necessary) and required technical studies, on -call consulting on as needed basis, and attendance at public hearings. II. PROJECT DESCRIPTION The Bat Nha Buddhist Temple has submitted a proposal to the City to construct a new 27,500 square foot meditation center on 1.46 acres of land. The proposed meditation center will be constructed on top of a podium and will be two- stories (approximately 45 feet) in height. A total of 67 parking spaces are proposed for the project. Access to the structure will be provided from two driveways on Sullivan Street. Currently located on the site is the temple, which occupies two single - family structures and two ancillary buildings. All existing structures on the site will be demolished. Discretionary actions required for the project include a conditional use permit to allow a church on a property that is zoned Single - Family Residence (R -1), and variances for a reduction in required parking and to exceed the allowable building height. Further, a lot merger to combine two parcels into one development site will be needed. Staff has been authorized by the City Council to distribute this Request for Proposals for environmental services to prepare the necessary environmental document. The recommended contract will be submitted for City Council authorization after review of the proposal has been completed. III. GENERAL INFORMATION The term of the consultant will begin when the contract is approved by the City Council. A. When appropriate, the City will furnish information in its possession relevant to preparation of the environmental documentation, including the General Plan and Zoning information. B. The Consultant shall be responsible for retaining data, records and documentation for the preparation of the environmental document. These materials shall be made available to the City upon acceptance of the final draft text or at any earlier time at the request of the City. C. In an effort to promote the hiring and utilization of local businesses /merchants, when selecting a consultant to perform the tasks identified in the following sections, local companies shall be given preference. 2 1901-4