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Firm’s Interpretation The scope of services described in 9. ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING will require ECS Group to conduct field studies to assess an area whether it is coastal or upland. These studies will then determine the type, locations and quality of resources found within the project area. ECS Group will be able to write technical reports from the information collected and provide recommendations to the City. These recommendations will help execute the vision of their project, while caring for community interests by providing planning, design and permitting work. This work will require collecting background information such as aerial imagery, LIDAR, soil information, wildlife consultation areas, previous permits, and land use and building codes. The preparation of design plans and production and analysis of GIS maps will also be required during this process. ECS Group will be able to coordinate with the local, state and federal agencies to promote open lines of communication and expedite permit processes. Staff has vast knowledge of the permitting process from pre-application meetings, preparation and submittal of the applications to obtaining appropriate permits. Once permits are authorized, ECS Group can assist the City in bidding processes and construction administration. ECS Group has substantial experience working with contractors and can play the vital role as liaison between the City and contractors. Lastly, staff can provide construction and mitigation monitoring during construction phases to ensure that the work is in compliance with the issued permits. Method of Approach For the work category being submitted in this proposal, ECS Group recommends the one-stop shop approach. Many of the services listed in the Environmental Engineering category require data collection of resources, which will then need to be mapped and analyzed in GIS, documented in reports, depicted on design plans, impacts permitted if not avoided and minimized, and monitoring of remaining resources during construction phases. ECS Group can provide all these services within this category with one single point of contact, Marisa Magrino. From the data collection to the technical reporting and GIS mapping to the permitting and construction phases, ECS Group can provide environmental services from start to finish. With the intimate knowledge of local, state and federal rules and regulations by previously working for governmental agencies (Broward and Miami-Dade County), Ms. Magrino can effectively lead permitting for the City and provide results in a timely manner. ECS Group has staff that live in both Broward and Miami-Dade County; therefore, allowing for a quick turnaround time for impromptu field and office meetings. Overall, ECS Group has the expertise to address many types of projects that may be included in the above- referenced work category; and can meet expectations and reach successful completion under a required schedule, including possible multiple assignments at the same time. ECS Group prides itself on being adaptable and responsive to the needs of clients, and has the knowledge and flexibility to meet technical and non-technical requests. Innovative Concepts ECS Group recommends the use of virtual office meetings as well as virtual field meetings if not already implemented by the City. As many firms and agencies are using a method of virtual office meetings, City staff can communicate with a consultant in the field to discuss the progress of the project in real time if the staff cannot attend the field meeting due to office work and our country’s current condition. This will also save costs on fuel and maintenance of City’s vehicles. ECS Group also recommends the increase usage of drone services, which we can provide with a subcontractor that we would like to start utilizing. Although fieldwork is necessary in many instances, having current aerial imagery can help interpret the overall progression or deterioration of a project site. Page 3