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COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
DATE: JUNE 5, 2007
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT
MEETING DATE: 6/18/07
ITEM NO: /
MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL
DEBRA J. FIGONE, TOWN MANAGER
GEOLOGY AND GEOTECHNICAL PEER REVIEW FOR PRIVATE
DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS
ADOPT RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TOWN MANAGER TO
EXECUTE A THIRD AMENDMENT TO THE PROFESSIONAL
CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH GEOMATRIX
CONSULTANTS, INC. TO EXTEND THE CONTRACT FOR ONE MORE
YEAR TO PERFORM GEOLOGY AND GEOTECHNICAL PEER REVIEW
FOR PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt resolution (Attachment 1) authorizing the Town Manager to execute a third amendment to
the Professional Consultant Services Agreement (Exhibit A) with Geomatrix Consultants, Inc. to
extend the contract for one more year to perform geology and geotechnical peer review for
private development projects.
BACKGROUND:
The Town of Los Gatos has been using consultants to assist staff in the review of environmental,
architectural, geology, and arborist issues related to private development projects. These
consultant contracts are reviewed each year by the appropriate Town department and staff to
ensure that staff is satisfied with the services provided and that Town residents receive quality
service.
PREPARED BY: KEVIN ROHANI
Interim Director of Parks and Public Works
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Reviewed by: Assistant Town Manager Town Attorney Clerk Administrator
Finance Ac- Community Development
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MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL
SUBJECT. GEOLOGY AND GEOTECHNICAL PEER REVIEW FOR PRIVATE
DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS
JUNE 5, 2007
DISCUSSION:
On October 23, 2002, the Town entered into a Professional Consultant Services Agreement with
the firm of Geomatrix Consultants, Inc. to perform geology and geotechnical peer review
services (Attachment 2). Their contract was extended in July, 2003 for two more years
(Attachment 3). On June 20, 2005, Council approved a second amendment to the Agreement and
extended the Agreement until June 30, 2007 (Attachment 4).
The work that has been performed by Geomatrix Consultants, Inc. has been very helpful in
processing various private development projects in the hillside area, and staff is pleased with the
performance and work of this consultant.
CONCLUSION:
Staff recommends that Council adopt the attached Resolution authorizing the Town Manager to
execute a third amendment to the Professional Services Agreement to extend the agreement with
Geomatrix Consultants, Inc. for one more year.
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT:
The project is Categorically Exempt pursuant to Sections 153010), 15303(e) and 15304(b) of the
State CEQA guidelines.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The funding for the agreements for the geology and geotechnical peer review is provided by the
deposit that the Town collects from project applicants.
Attachments:
1. Resolution approving third amendment to the Professional Services Agreement (Exhibit A)
with Geomatrix Consultants, Inc.
2. Original Agreement dated October 23, 2002
3. First Amendment to Agreement
4. Second Amendment to Agreement
5. New Schedule of Charges
RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL
OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS
APPROVING THIRD AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT FOR
PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANT SERVICES
WITH GEOMATRIX CONSULTANTS, INC.
FOR GEOLOGY AND GEOTECHNICAL PEER REVIEW FOR
PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS
WHEREAS, it is necessary for the Council to secure professional consultant
services to provide assistance to the Town in the implementation of tasks related to the geology
and geotechnicai peer review for private development projects; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council has selected the firm of Geomatrix Consultants,
Inc. to provide professional services in connection with the geology and geotechnical peer
review for private development projects; and
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED that the Town Council of the Town
of Los Gatos hereby approves the attached third Amendment to the Agreement (Exhibit A) for
Professional Services with Geomatrix Consultants, Inc. to provide professional services in
connection with the geology and geotechnical peer review for private development projects for
one more year; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town Manager is hereby authorized
and directed to execute said third Amendment to the Agreement on behalf of the Council.
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Town Council of the
Town of Los Gatos held on the 18th day of June, 2007, by the following vote:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
AYES :
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
SIGNED:
MAYOR OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS
LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA
ATTEST:
CLERK ADMINISTRATOR OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS
LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA
AITACHMENT 1
THIRD AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT
This THIRD AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT is entered into this day of
200_, by and between the Town of Los Gatos, State of California, herein called "Town," and
Geomatrix Consultants, Inc., herein called "[Consultant]."
RECITALS
A. Town and Consultant entered into a Professional Consultant agreement for geotechnical
consultant services on October 23, 2002 ("Agreement"), a copy of which is attached hereto
as (Attachment 2) and incorporated herein by reference.
B. Town and Consultant entered into a first amendment to the agreement in July, 2003,
("Amendment to Agreement"), a copy of which is attached as (Attachment 3) and
incorporated by reference.
C. Town and Consultant entered into a second amendment to the agreement on June 20,
2005 ("Second Amendment to Agreement"), a copy of which is attached as (Attachment 4)
and incorporated by reference.
D. A third amendment to the Agreement is necessary to assist the Town in performing
geology and geotechnical peer review for private development projects.
AMENDMENT
1. The Agreement is hereby amended to extend the agreement for a period of one more year
from July 1, 2007 through June 30, 2008.
2. The Agreement is amended to include the new schedule of charges (Attachment 5).
3. All other items and condition of the Agreement dated July, 2003 remain in full force
and effect.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Town and Consultant have executed this third Agreement to
the Agreement as of the date indicated on page one (1).Town of Los Gatos, by:
Town of Los Gatos, by:
Debra J. Figone, Town Manager
Town of Los Gatos
Recommended by:
Kevin Rohani
Interim Director of Parks and Public Works
ATTEST:
Town of Los Gatos, California
Geomatrix Consultants, Inc.
(Signature)
(Print Name)
(Address)
Approved as to Form:
Jackie Rose, Clerk Administrator Orry P. Korb, Town Attorney
Revised: 11/04/04
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AGREEMENT FOR GEOTECHNICAL CONSULTANT SF
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THIS AGREEMENT is entered into this day of October, 2002;i
of Los Gatos, State of California, herein called "Town", and Geomatrix ConsnT&B46,4a
in providing Geology and Geotechnical consulting services herein called "Consultant."
RECITALS
A. Town is considering undertaking activities to PROVIDE GEOLOGY AND
GEOTECHNICA_T, SERVICES FOR TOWN OF LOS GATOS.
B. Town desires to engage a Geotechnical consultant to provide consulting services to review,
analyze, and comment on development projects; prepare geotechnical analyses and reports;
conduct peer review of outside Geotechnical consultant reports, and staff public meetings
because of Consultant's experience and qualifications to perform the desired work.
C. Consultant represents and affirms that it is qualified and willing to perform the desired work
pursuant to this Agreement. °
AGREEMENTS
NOW, THEREFORE, THE PARTIES HERETO AGREE AS FOLLOWS.: -
1. Scope of Services. Consultant shall provide the.Geology and Geotechnical review. services
as requested by the Town.
Administrative Duties
1. When needed by Town, assess the potential geotechnical impacts associated with
proposed development and redevelopment projects. This shall include
.evaluating geotechnical reports and/or identifying mitigation measures and
recommending requirements and conditions of approval. The reviews shall be
based on the criteria used by Santa Clara County in their peer review process.
H. When needed by Town, work-on special studies or projects including but not limited
to: updating the Town's geologic hazards map, preparation of geologic/geotechnical
checklists for application packets, emergency response and coordination, assistance
with preparation/revision of hillside design guidelines, preparation of drawings and
specifications, monitoring of landslide hazards and litigation support and expert
witness testimony.
III. When needed by Town, conduct field investigations, studies, and prepare reports
related to geotechnical hazards and develop recommendations for mitigation
measures.
IV. When needed by Town, assist in the establishment and subsequent modification of
Town's geotechnical-related ordinances, design guidelines, policies, and development
fees. - ;ATTACHMENT 2
V. When needed by Town, attend meetings with Town staff, public officials, community
leaders, developers, contractors and the general public.
VI. When needed by Town, advise, support and assist Town departments, committees,
commissions, and Town Council. In addition, act as a liaison between Town and
Federal, State, and Regional agencies. ,
VII. When needed by Town, attend Town Council, Planning Commission, and special
study session meetings when geotechnical issues and project applications with
geotechnical considerations are being considered.
VIII. As requested by Town, provide copies of draft and final draft work products of
reports and studies prepared for Town. Consultant shall provide electronic file
copies of these documents as needed.
Other Miscellaneous Services
IX. Town may occasionally have the need for other services not specifically listed in this
document that the consultant has the necessary exp&rience and capabilities to
provide. Town or Redevelopment Agency may authorize consultant to perform such
selected services on an as-needed basis.
2. Time of Performance. The services of Consultant are for the period of October 14, 2002 to
June 30, 2003. The Town will review the consultants performance at the end of the contract
period and will have the option of renewing the contract. Should Town not renew a contract,
the award and authorization of the contract shall automatically expire. Town shall give
Consultant at least 15 days notice, prior to the cancellation or expiration of the contract.
3. Compliance with Laws. Consultant shall comply with all applicable laws, codes, ordinances,
and regulations of governing federal, state and local laws. Consultant represents and
warrants to Town that it has all licenses, permits, qualifications and approvals of
whatsoever nature which are legally required for Consultant to practice its profession.
Consultant represents and warrants to Town that Consultant shall, at its sole cost. and expense,
keep in effect or obtain at all times during the term of this Agreement any licenses, permits,
and'approvals which are legally required for Consultant to practice its profession. Consultant
shall maintain a Town of Los Gatos business license pursuant to Chapter 14 of the Code of
Town of Los' Gatos.
4. Sole Responsibility. Consultant shall be responsible for employing or engaging all persons
necessary to perform. the services under this Agreement.
5. Information/Report Handline. All documents furnished to Consultant by Town and all reports
and supportive data prepared by Consultant under this Agreement are Town's property and
shall be delivered to Town upon the completion of Consultant's services or at Town's written
request. All reports, information, data, and exhibits prepared or assembled by Consultant in
connection with the performance of its services pursuant to this Agreement are confidential
until released by Town to the public, and Consultant shall not make any of the these
documents or information available to any individual or organization not employed
by consultants by Consultant or Town without the written consent of Town before such
release.
Town acknowledges st the reports to be prepared by Consult pursuant to this Agreement
are for the purpose of evaluating a defined project, and Town's use of the information
contained in the reports prepared by Consultant in connection with other projects shall be
solely at Town's risk, unless Consultant expressly consents to such use in writing. Town
further agrees that it will not 'appropriate any methodology or technique of Consultant which
is and has been confirmed in writing by Consultant to be a trade secret of Consultant.
6. Compensation. Compensation for Consultant's professional services shall be based upon
Town authorization for each peer review. Billing for each peer review shall be based on the
Consultant's Schedule of Charges (attached hereto as Exhibit "B" and incorporated by
reference herein).
Billing shall be accompanied by a detailed explanation of the work performed by whom at
what rate and on what date. Billing invoices submitted for payment must reference Town
Purchase Order Number, and if applicable, the appropriate project address and Town
Application Number (e.g. Also, plans, specifications, documents
or other pertinent materials shall be submitted for Town review, even if only in partial or draft
form.
Payment shall be net thirty (30) days.
Only one (1) purchase order number per invoice will be accepted. All invoices and statements
to Town shall reference Town's purchase order number and be addressed as follows:
Invoices: Town of Los Gatos
Attn: Accounts Payable
P.O. Box 655
Los Gatos, CA 95030
Statements: Town of Los Gatos
Attn: Sandy Ortiz
P.O. Box 655
Los Gatos, CA 95030
7. Availability of Records. Consultant shall maintain the records supporting this billing for not
less than three (3) years following completion of the work under this Agreement. Consultant
shall make these records available to authorized personnel of Town at Consultant's offices
during business hours upon written request of Town.
Project Manager. The Project Manager for Consultant for the work under this Agreement
shall be Robert Wright.
9. Assignability and Subcontracting. The -services to be performed under this Agreement are
unique and personal to Consultant. No portion of these services shall be assigned or
subcontracted without the written consent of Town.
10. Notices. Any notice required to be given shall be deemed to be duly and properly given if
mailed postage prepaid, and addressed to:
To Town: To Consultant:
John E. Curtis Gipd~, ;_7~ Tohrt _1 a
Director of Parks and Public Works Vice President C~123/,o 5
Town of Los Gatos Geomatrix Consultants, Inc.
P. O. Box 949 2101 Webster Street - 12`h Floor
Los Gatos, CA 95030 -Oakland, CA 94612
Phone: (408)399-5774 Phone: (510) 663-4100
or personally delivered to Consultant to such address or such other address as Consultant
designates in writing to Town.
11. Independent Contractor. It is understood that Consultant, in the performance of the work and
services agreed to be performed, shall act as and be an independent contractor and not an
agent or employee of Town. As an independent contractor he/she shall not obtain any rights
to retirement benefits or other benefits which accrue to Town employee(s). With prior written
consent, Consultant may perform some obligations under this Agreement by subcontracting,
but may not delegate ultimate responsibility for performance or assign or transfer interests
under this Agreement.
Consultant agrees to testify in any litigation brought regarding the subject of the work to be
performed under this. Agreement. Consultant shall be compensated for its costs and expenses
in preparing for, traveling to, and testifying in such matters at its then current hourly rates of
.compensation, unless such litigation is brought by. Consultant or is based on allegations of
Consultant's negligent performance or wrongdoing.
12. Conflict of Interest. Consultant understands that its professional responsibilities is solely to
Town. Consultant has and shall not obtain any holding or interest within Town of Los Gatos.
.Consultant has no business holdings or agreements with any individual member of Staff or
management of Town or its representatives nor shall it enter into any such holdings or
agreements. In addition, Consultant warrants that it does not presently and shall not acquire
any direct or indirect interest adverse to those of Town in the subject of this Agreement, and
it shall immediately disassociate itself from such an interest should it discover it has done so
and shall, at Town's sole discretion, divest itself of such interest. Consultant shall not
knowingly and shall take reasonable steps to ensure that it does not employ a' person having
such an interest in this performance of this Agreement. If after employment of a person,
Consultant discovers it has- employed a person with a direct or indirect interest that would .
conflict with its performance of this Agreement, Consultant shall promptly notify Town of
this employment relationship, and shall, at Town's sole discretion, sever any such
employment relationship.
13. Equal Employment Opportunity. Consultant warrants that it is an equal opportunity employer
and shall comply with applicable regulations governing equal employment opportunity.
Neither Consultant nor its subcontractors do and neither shall discriminate against persons
employed or seeking employment with them on the basis of age, sex, .color, race, marital
status, sexual orientation, ancestry, physical or mental disability, national origin; religion, or
medical condition, unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification pursuant to the
California Fair Employment & Housing Act.
14. Insurance.
A. Minimum Scope of Insurance:
Consultant agrees to have and maintain, for the duration of the contract,
General Liability insurance policies insuring him/her and his/her firm to an
amount not less than: one million dollars (S 1,000,000) combined single limit
per occurrence for bodily injury, personal injury-and property damage.
ii. Consultant agrees to have and maintain for the duration of the contract, an
Automobile Liability insurance policy ensuring him/her and his/her staff to an
amount not less than one million dollars ($1,000,000) combined single limit
per accident for bodily injury and property damage.
iii. Consultant shall provide to Town all certificates of insurance, with original
endorsements effecting coverage. Consultant agrees that all certificates and
endorsements are to be received and approved by Town before work
commences.
iv. Consultant agrees to have and maintain, for the duration of the contract,
professional liability insurance in amounts not less than $1,000,000 which is
sufficient to insure Consultant for professional errors or omissions in the
performance of the particular scope of work under this agreement.
B. ' General Liability:
I. Town, its officers, officials, employees and volunteers are to be covered as
insured as respects: liability arising out of activities performed by or on behalf
of Consultant; products-and completed operations of Consultant, premises
owned or used by Consultant. This requirement does not apply to the
professional liability insurance required for professional errors and omissions.
ii. Consultant's insurance coverage shall be primary insurance. as respects Town,
its officers, officials, employees and volunteers. Any insurance or
self-insurances maintained by Town, its officers, officials, employees or
volunteers shall be excess of Consultant's insurance and shall not contribute
with it.
iii. Any failure to comply with reporting provisions of the policies.shall not affect
coverage provided to Town, its officers, officials, employees or volunteers.
iv. Consultant's insurance shall apply separately to each insured against whom a
claim is made or suit is brought, except with respect to the limits of the
insurer's liability.
C. All Coverages: Each insurance policy required in this item shall b.e endorsed to state
that coverage shall not be suspended, voided, canceled, reduced in coverage or in
limits except afterthirty(30) days' prior.written notice by certified mail, return receipt
requested, has been given to Town. Current certification of such insurance shall be
kept on file at all times during the term of this agreement with Town Clerk.
D. In addition to these policies, Consultant shall have and maintain Workers'
Compensation insurance as required by California law and shall provide evidence of
such policy to Town before beginning services under this Agreement. Further,
Consultant shall ensure that all subcontractors employed by Consultant provide the
required Workers' Compensation insurance for their respective employees.
15. Indemnification. Cor,, .i'tant shall save, keep and hold harmles, mlemnify and defend Town
its officers, agent, employees and volunteers from all damages, liabilities, penalties, costs, or
expenses in law or equity that may at any time arise or be set up because of damages to
property or personal injuryreceived by reason of, or in the course of performing work which
may be occasioned by a willful or negligent act or omissions of Consultant, or any of
Consultant's officers, employees, or agents or any sub-consultant.
16. Waiver. No failure on the part of either party to exercise any right or remedy hereunder shall
operate as a waiver of any other right or remedy that party may have hereunder, nor does
waiver of a breach or default under this Agreement constitute a continuing waiver of a
subsequent breach of the same or any other provision of this Agreement.
17. Governine Law. This Agreement, regardless of where executed, shall be governed by and
construed to the laws of the State of California. Venue for any action regarding this
Agreement shall be in the Superior or Municipal Court of the County of Santa Clara.
18. Termination of Agreement. Town and Consultant shall have -the right to terminate this
agreement with or without cause by giving not less than fifteen (15) days written notice of
termination. In the event of termination, Consultant shall deliver to Town all plans, files,
documents, reports, performed to date by Consultant. In the event of such termination, Town
shall pay Consultant an amount that bears the same ratio to the maximum contract price as
the work delivered to Town bears to completed services contemplated under this Agreement
pursuant to the noted Scope of Services and Exhibit A hereto, unless such termination is made
for cause, in which event, compensation, if any, shall be adjusted in light of the particular
facts and circumstances involved in such termination.
19. Amendment. No modification, waiver, mutual tenmination, or amendment of this Agreement
is effective unless made in writing and signed by Town and Consultant.
20. Disputes. 1n any dispute over any aspect of this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be
entitled to reasonable attorney's fees, including costs of appeal.
21. Entire Agreement. This Agreement, including Exhibits A and B, constitutes the complete and
exclusive statement of the Agreement between Town and Consultant. No terms, conditions,
understandings or agreements purporting to modify or vary this Agreement, unless hereafter
made in writing and signed by the party to be bound, shall be binding on either party.
IN WITNESS WEER. ,'r, Town and Consultant have executes 1s Agreement as of the date
indicated.on page one (1).
Town of Los Gatos
Debra J. F' one, wn Manager
Town of Los Gato
Geomatrix,.Consultants, Inc.
i y Egan, Vice P sident
Recommended by:
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Jo E Curtis
Di ec r of Parks and Public Works
ATTEST:
Clerk of Town of. Los Gatos,,_
Los Gatos, California
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Marios ove, Town Cle k
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Approved as to Form:
O orb, Town Attorney
AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT •:',r F1CE OF THE TOWN ,CL.Fjth
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This AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT is entered into this 4kof
by and between the Town of Los Gatos, State of California, herein called "Town, an ,
Consultants, Inc., herein called "Consultant." ORD.
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RECITALS
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A. Town and Consultant entered into an agreement for geotechnical consultant services in
October, 2002 ("Agreement"), a copy of which is attached hereto as (Attachment 2) and
incorporated herein by reference.
AMENDMENT
The Agreement is hereby amended to extend the agreement for a period of two years from
July 1, 2003 to June 30, 2005.
2. The consultant is prohibited from performing any work for private clients in the Town of Los
Gatos for the-period of the contract.
All other terms and conditions of the Agreement dated October, 2002 remain in full force
and effect.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Town and Consultant have executed this Amendment to the
Agreement as of the. date indicated on this document.
Town of Los Gatos, by:
Debra J. Figone, Town Manager
Recommended by-
John E. Curtis
Director of Parks and Public Works
By: Geomatrix Consultants, Inc.
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Approved as to Form:
Orry P. Korb; Town Attorney
ATTEST:
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ATTACHMENT 3
CLERK DEPARTMENT
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SECOND AMENDMENT TO AGREEM'
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This SECOND AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT is entered into this '7 day of
2005, by and between the Town of Los Gatos, State of California, herein called "Town,"
aConsultants, Inc., herein called "[Consultant/Contractor]."
RECITALS
A. Town and Consultant entered into an agreement for geotechnical consultant services in
October, 2002 ("Agreement"), a copy of which is attached hereto as (Attachment 1) and
incorporated herein by reference. -
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B. 'Town and Consultant entered into a first amendm'nt to the agreement for geotechnical
consultants services in July, 2003 ("Amendment to Agreement"), a copy of which is attached
hereto as (Attachment 2) and incorporated by reference.
AMENDMENT
1. The Agreement is hereby amended to extend-the agreement for a period of two years from
July 1., 2005 through June 30, 2007.
2. The consultant is prohibited from performing any work for private clients in the Town of Los
Gatos for the period of the contract.
3. All other terms and conditions of the Agreement of October, 2002 remain in full force and
effect.
ATTACHMENT 4
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Town and Consultant have executed this second Agreement
to the Agreement as of the date indicated on page one (1).
Town of Los Gatos, by:
Debra J. Figone, Town Manager
Town of Los Gatos
By: Geomatrix Consultants, Inc.
2101 Webster Street - 12`h Floor
Oakland, CA 94612
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Recommended by:
Jo E. urtis
Direct of Parks and Public Works
.7o h n A . Ega ri
(Print Name)
Approved as to Form:
~:>P- _V
P. Korb, Town Attorney
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Marlyn Ras usseri, Clerk Administrator ~~Q~~
GEOMATRIX CONSULTANTS, INC.
SCHEDULE OF CHARGES
Effective January 26, 2007
The Schedule of Charges applies to all services provided by and/or through Geomatrix Consultants. The schedule of charges may be revised
periodically, as conditions require.
LABOR:
Labor charges are for technical work, including technical typing, editing, and graphics involved in the preparation of reports and
correspondence and for the time associated with production of such documents. Direct charges are not made for secretarial service, office
management, accounting, and maintenance, because these items are included in overhead. Labor category charge rates for Geomatrix
Consultants, Inc. are listed below. Regional and other factors may influence rates charged for certain individuals. Rates for individuals will
be provided on request.
LABOR CATEGORY HOURLY RATE
Principal
$ 200 - 350
Senior Consultant
200 - 350
Senior Decision Analyst
200 - 300
Senior II
180 - 200
Senior I
170
GIS Programmer/Web Designer
135
Project II
130
Project I
120
Field Engineer
112
Staff II
110
Staff I
100
Senior Technician
85
Field Technician
80
CAD/Graphic Designer
90
Project Assistant
70
Technical Editor
85
Support Staff
62
Time spent in travel in the interest of the client will be charged at hourly rates, except that no more than 8 hours of travel time will be charged
in any day. When it is necessary for an employee to be away from the office overnight, actual costs, or a negotiated rate, will be charged for
living expenses. Employee expenses will be charged at cost plus 15%.
Charges for expert witness services will be at the hourly rates shown. However, for depositions and for court appearances, the rate is twice
the amount shown. There will be a 4-hour minimum per-day charge for depositions and an 8-hour minimum per-day charge for court
appearances. Special accounting services will be billed at the Support Staff rate.
COMMUNICATIONS CHARGE:
Four percent (4%) of Labor charges for routine photocopying, regular mail postage, and fax/telephone/cellular phone usage.
OUTSIDE SERVICES:
Outside services will be charged at cost plus 15%. Common outside items include: consultants, drilling services, laboratory testing,
equipment and vehicle rental, printing and photographic work, postage and shipping, conference calls, travel and transportation.
REIMBURSABLES:
Non-routine Photocopies $0.12/sheet
Specialized Computer Applications $25.00/hour
Field equipment, vehicles, specialized reproduction On request
INVOICES:
Invoices will be rendered at least monthly, either as a final or partial billing, and will be payable upon receipt. An additional late payment
charge of 11/2% per month or the maximum charge allowed by law, whichever is less, will be payable on accounts not paid within 30 days
from billing date.
Geomatrix Consultants is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and as such adheres to all applicable federal, state, and
local laws and regulations in this regard.
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