TO: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
FROM: Executive Office
MEETING DATE: March 25, 2025
DEPARTMENT CONTACT:
Xuyen Mallela
PHONE:
707-463-4441
DEPARTMENT CONTACT:
Darcie Antle
PHONE:
707-463-4441
ITEM TYPE: Consent Agenda
TIME ALLOCATED FOR ITEM: N/A
AGENDA TITLE:
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Approval of Agreement with Environmental Resource Solutions, Inc. (ERS), in the Amount of $67,260, for Consulting Services for Phase 1 of the Orr Springs Fuels Reduction Project, Effective Upon Contract Execution, through October 4, 2025
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RECOMMENDED ACTION/MOTION:
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Approve Agreement with Environmental Resource Solutions, Inc. (ERS), in the amount of $67,260, for consulting services for Phase 1 of the Orr Springs Fuels Reduction Project, effective upon contract execution, through October 4, 2025; authorize the Chief Executive Officer or designee to sign any future amendments to the Agreement that do not increase the maximum amount; and authorize Chair to sign same.
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PREVIOUS BOARD/BOARD COMMITTEE ACTIONS:
No previous actions.
SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
The Orr Springs Road Fuels Reduction Project is a comprehensive, two-phase initiative funded by the FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) to reduce wildfire risks along Orr Springs Road and Comptche-Ukiah Road. The project will cover both road segments, from the eastern end of Orr Springs Road to the western end of Comptche-Ukiah Road, to address wildfire hazards effectively.
The project's primary goal is to create safe routes for residents to enter and exit during wildfires and other emergencies by enhancing safety and reducing the chances of blocked or impassable roads during fires. The project seeks to minimize the potential loss of life and property. Additionally, it aims to improve access for firefighting personnel during fire incidents, thereby enhancing their response and suppression efforts.
This agreement contracts with a qualified consultant to carry out the Phase I scope of work. This phase i...
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