District Engineer, Ewa Z. Bauer - Golden Gate Transit

Agenda Item No. 6.C.
To: Board of Directors
Meeting of August 10, 2012
From: John R. Eberle, Deputy District Engineer
Ewa Z. Bauer, District Engineer
Denis J. Mulligan, General Manager
Subject: STATUS REPORT ON ENGINEERING PROJECTS
Recommendation
The following report is provided for informational purposes and no action is required. Items
that have changed since the last report are in this typeface.
Summary
Design Services for the Golden Gate Bridge Physical Suicide Deterrent System, RFP No. 2011-B-2.
On January 22, 2010, the District issued the Final Environmental Impact Report and
Environmental Assessment and Section 4(f) Evaluation with Finding of No Significant Impact
for the Golden Gate Bridge Physical Suicide Deterrent System Project (Project) with the Net
System as the environmentally superior alternative. On February 12, 2010, the Board of
Directors approved a resolution that certified the Final Environmental Impact Report, adopted
the Project, and adopted Findings of Fact, which includes a Statement of Overriding
Considerations, and the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan.
The District has a Project website to inform the public regarding the Project. All Project
documents, such as the Wind Report and the environmental studies, are available at the website:
www.ggbsuicidebarrier.org.
On July 28, 2010, the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) voted to provide $5
million for the design of the Physical Suicide Deterrent System. On August 13, 2010, the Board
of Directors, by Resolution No. 2010-068, authorized acceptance of $5 million from MTC for
design and added the design Project to the Fiscal Year 10/11 Bridge Division Capital Budget.
On August 13, 2010, the District posted on its website a Request for Proposals (RFP) to engage
consultants to design and prepare construction bid documents for the Suicide Deterrent Net System.
On June 24, 2011, the Board authorized the General Manager to award a Professional Services
Agreement (PSA) for Design Services for the Golden Gate Bridge Physical Suicide Deterrent
System, Contract No. 2011-B-2, to HNTB Corporation in an amount not to exceed $3,990,000 upon
receiving FHWA/Caltrans approvals of the Agreement. After receiving a waiver of the contract
audit from Caltrans, the General Manager awarded the Contract to HNTB Corporation on July 28,
2011. On March 19, 2012, staff met with the consultant to review progress and preliminary designs
for the net, net support systems, and traveler systems. The consultant is developing the 35% plans.

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Staff has prepared renderings of the proposed net design at the south and north approach structures to
verify conformance of the design with the adopted environmental documents.
Golden Gate Bridge Seismic Retrofit Phase IIIA, North Anchorage Housing/North Pylon. On
March 28, 2008, the Board awarded Contract No. 2006-B-1 in an amount of $83,320,672 to the
low bidder, Shimmick Construction Company, Inc./Obayashi Corporation, a Joint Venture. The
Notice to Proceed was issued to the contractor on July 7, 2008. The contractor is continuing with
preparation of submittals and work plans for District approval. Steel fabrication continues in
Vancouver, Washington. The micropiles installation, footing construction, installation of access
platforms, shear wall construction, except for opening required for the access to the roadway
deck, and utility detour installation inside the North Anchorage Housing have been completed.
The retrofit of the North Pylon west leg and installation of the structural steel plate system and
concrete cover have been completed. The installation of the micropiles and structural steel plate
system at the North Pylon east leg has been completed. The painting of the structural steel plate
system is complete. Work is progressing on the foundation reinforcing steel. The reconstruction
of the west sidewalk was completed on September 10, 2011, 20 days ahead of schedule. The
reconstruction of the east sidewalk was completed on November 19, 2011, 53 days ahead of the
scheduled completion date. In Napa, California, the contractor completed the fabrication of new
roadway deck panels for the replacement of the North Anchorage Housing roof/roadway deck.
All panels have been removed and the contractor has demobilized the fabrication site in Napa.
The first new roadway deck section was installed on February 13, 2012. The last roadway deck
section was installed on July 9, 2012. Welding of the roadway deck sections is progressing. The
Beam Span work has begun. Access scaffolding has been installed and field verification is
progressing. The new pedestrian walkway foundations are being formed and reinforcing steel
installed.
On March 23, 2012, the Board authorized execution of three interrelated Contract Change
Orders: 3, 10 and 71, in the amount of $4,384,000.00 and extended the project completion date
to July 31, 2013. Contract Change Order No. 10 in the amount of $4,000,000 provides for
seismic retrofit modification to the Beam Span of the North Approach Viaduct.
On May 23, 2008, the Board authorized the General Manager to award the Professional Services
Agreement (PSA) for the Phase III Construction Management and Inspection Support Services,
Contract No. 2006-B-2, to HNTB Corporation in an amount not to exceed $6,110,000 upon
receiving FHWA/Caltrans approvals of the Agreement. The General Manager awarded the
Agreement to HNTB on June 27, 2008.
On May 23, 2008, the Board authorized the General Manager to award a PSA for the Phase IIIA
Engineering Support Services, Contract No. 2006-B-3, to HDR Engineering, Inc., in the amount
not to exceed $3,300,000 upon receiving FHWA/Caltrans approvals of the Agreement. The
General Manager awarded the Agreement to HDR on June 3, 2008. On September 23, 2011, the
Board authorized execution of a First Amendment to the Contract in the not to exceed amount of
$1,300,000 for the increased scope of construction contract submittal reviews.
On June 27, 2008, the Board authorized execution of a PSA for the Phase IIIA Environmental
Compliance Monitoring Services, Contract No. 2006-B-5, with Environmental Science
Associates (ESA) in an amount not to exceed $300,000 with a contingency amount of $30,000.

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The General Manager awarded the Agreement to ESA on August 15, 2008. ESA is monitoring
the work for compliance with the project environmental permits.
On May 26, 2009, the General Manager awarded Professional Services Agreement, Contract No.
2006-B-4, in an amount not-to-exceed $75,000 to Inspection Services, Inc. (ISI). ISI is
performing material Quality Assurance (QA) for the Contract.
On October 23, 2009, the Board authorized execution of an Oncall Services Agreement with the
California Highway Patrol in an amount not to exceed $2,247,850, for enforcement of the
construction zone speed limit and assistance with traffic diversions for night-time lane closures
during construction of the Golden Gate Bridge Seismic Retrofit Phase IIIA, North Anchorage
Housing/North Pylon project.
Golden Gate Bridge Seismic Retrofit Phase IIIB, Design Services. On June 2, 2009, the District
issued a Request for Statement of Qualifications and Proposals (RFQ/RFP), No. 2010-B-1,
Golden Gate Bridge Design Services, to engineering firms and on June 30, 2009, the Office of
the District Secretary received proposals from four engineering teams. Based on the proposals
and consultant interviews, HDR Engineering, Inc., was determined to be the top-ranked
consultant. On August 14, 2009, the Board authorized the General Manager to execute the
Contract with HDR Engineering, Inc., upon receiving FHWA/Caltrans approval. The Notice to
Proceed was issued effective November 17, 2010. The consultant is proceeding with preparation
of the base plan sheets, review of record documents, and computer modeling of the Suspension
Bridge and structural analyses. On March 20, 2012, and on June 5, 2012, staff met with the
consultant to review progress and results of the structural analyses and development of
preliminary retrofit strategies. The consultant is continuing with the work. Geotechnical
investigations involving test borings for the Toll Plaza Undercrossing and Lincoln Boulevard
Overcrossing occurred on June 13-15, 2012.
Environmental Studies and Preliminary Design for a Moveable Median Barrier on the Golden
Gate Bridge, RFP No. 2008-B-5. On September 12, 2008, the Board authorized execution of a
Professional Services Agreement (PSA) with AECOM, USA, Inc. (formerly DMJM Harris), to
perform preliminary engineering and environmental studies. The District and consultant
reviewed maintenance and operational concerns. The consultant developed conceptual designs
regarding how the moveable median barrier will safely transition and terminate (from a traffic
operations perspective) on the Waldo Grade and at the south end of the bridge. The consultant
prepared and submitted the Preliminary Environmental Studies (PES) form to Caltrans. A
meeting was held on February 1, 2010, with Caltrans to review the appropriate type of
environmental document and to perform a site review. Staff met with the consultant on March
15, 2011, to discuss issues regarding the draft environmental and technical studies required for
the project. The consultant has submitted to Caltrans for review and approval the preliminary
cost estimate, the proposed geometric alignment modifications, the Natural Environment Study
[Minimal Impacts] (NESMI) Report, the Visual Impact Assessment Report (VIAR), the Traffic
Engineering and Analysis Report (Traffic Study), the Cultural Resources (Section 106 Finding of
Effect [FOE]) Report and the Section 4(f) Report. Section 4(f) of the Department of
Transportation Act of 1966 requires that an evaluation must be made to determine if a proposed
project will cause any impacts to any significant publicly owned public park, recreation area, or
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significance. On October 26, 2011, November 3, 2011, and December 1, 2011, staff met with
Caltrans to discuss the reports. Caltrans has approved all of the reports except for the Traffic
Study. The revised Traffic Study and Design Exceptions fact sheets were resubmitted to
Caltrans on January 17, 2012, incorporating previous comments from Caltrans. The District met
with Caltrans on February 14, 2012, to review the changes. District received Caltrans’ written
comments on the revised Traffic Study and Design Exceptions fact sheet on April 6, 2012, and
has responded to the comments. District is waiting for Caltrans’ comments. Staff has reviewed
the 35% completion design plans and proposed changes to the lane striping. The consultant
evaluated the impact of the proposed change on traffic operations and determined that traffic
operations will be improved. On May 24, 2012, the Board authorized the General Manager to
execute a Cooperative Agreement with Caltrans that outlines the coordination of responsibilities
for environmental evaluation, design and construction of the portion of the Golden Gate Bridge
moveable median barrier to be installed within the State Highway 101 right-of-way north and
south of the Golden Gate Bridge. The Cooperative Agreement was executed on June 14, 2012.
The District met with Caltrans on July 16 and July 31, 2012, and reviewed the outstanding
comments on the Traffic Study, Geometric Design and Design Exceptions. Caltrans requested
additional information regarding the traffic operations within Caltrans’ right-of-way north of the
bridge north abutment. The District has submitted the requested information to Caltrans for
review.
Golden Gate Bridge Informal Science Education Resource. This project will fund improvements
to the visitor’s experience at the Golden Gate Bridge. The principle work is the development of
permanent science-oriented outdoor exhibits, exhibits explaining the original bridge construction
and information about the bridge. Work also includes development of a master plan of what is
known as the East Visitor Area to ensure that the placement of the exhibits at the bridge site is
professionally guided and to ensure that this phase follows logical steps that could later lead to
the realization of a Visitor Center at the site. On October 23, 2009, the Board authorized the
addition of this new project to the FY 09/10 Bridge Division Capital Budget in an amount of
$3,499,777, to be funded with NSF grant funds ($2,999,777) and with District reserves
($500,000). On January 15, 2010, the Board of Directors adopted Resolution No. 2010-009 that
approved locating the outdoor exhibits within Battery Lancaster, including modifying the Battery
by removing a wedge from the north facing Concrete Battery Wall. The District is working with
the Parks Conservancy on securing environmental clearances for the project. On November 1,
2011, under the authority of the General Manager, the District entered into a Professional
Services Agreement with JRP Historical Consulting, LLC, to prepare Section 106 evaluation of
effects of the project on the Battery Lancaster.
On March 11, 2011, the Board, by Resolution No. 2011-020, authorized execution of a
Memorandum of Understanding with the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation
District, National Park Service, and the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, for the
cooperative improvement of the visitor experience, facilities services, and interpretation at the
Golden Gate Bridge and adjacent national park lands; and, an Agreement with the District and
the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy for the Golden Gate Bridge 75th Anniversary
visitor experience projects and activities, and merchandising activities. Construction of a 75 th
Anniversary visitor pavilion and reconfiguration of the visitor parking lot east of the Toll Plaza
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for structural modifications to the Roundhouse. The Parks Conservancy has completed
construction of the modifications. The visitor pavilion was opened to the public on May 8, 2012.
The Parks Conservancy substantially completed improvements to the east parking lot and
visitor’s area on May 24, 2012. Punch list items remain.
On April 12, 2012, two exhibits were installed, one at the flagpole area and one inside Battery
Lancaster. On May 4, 2012, nine more exhibits were installed inside the Battery. Four exhibits
were installed on Battery East Road and five installed outside the Battery from May 11-15. The
area to the west of the Bridge is complete and two additional exhibits were installed on July 26,
2012.
Lead Cleanup Phase II Feasibility Study, Remedial Action Plan and Construction Drawings for
Golden Gate Bridge North and South Approaches, RFP No. 2010-B-2. A Request for Proposal
(RFP) to engage consultants to prepare a feasibility study, remedial action plan, construction
drawings, and a revegetation plan(s) for cleanup of lead paint contaminated soils and sandblast
residue at the North and South land approaches to the Golden Gate Bridge was posted on the
District’s website on October 20, 2009, and on December 1, 2009, seven proposals were received
by the District. Staff evaluated the proposals and interviewed the top four ranked firms on
February 3, 2010. On June 25, 2010, the Board authorized execution of a Professional Services
Agreement (PSA) with Erler & Kalinowski, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $980,057, with a
contingency amount of $98,000. The Notice to Proceed was issued with an effective date of
September 1, 2010. The State Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) has regulatory
oversight of the project. The consultant has completed two rounds of soil sampling verification
studies and has submitted the reports to the DTSC for review. Staff and consultant met with the
National Park Service (NPS) for a project briefing. Consultant has prepared draft reports for
various field investigations, including a topographical survey of the site, a landslide-potential
survey, and inventories of the biological, wetland, archaeological, and cultural resources that
exist on the site; and has developed draft cleanup alternatives for analysis in the Feasibility Study
(FS). Staff and consultant met with the DTSC and with the NPS at separate meetings in January
2012 and discussed the draft remedial alternatives. NPS is reviewing portions of the draft FS
and remedial alternatives. Staff is reviewing the draft reports of the various supporting field
studies.
Golden Gate Bridge South Approach and Pier Physical Security Improvements, Contract No.
2011-B-1. Staff is preparing the design plans and bid documents for improvements to physical
security at the south tower pier and south approach area. The National Park Service has
approved the design. Staff is proceeding with outstanding electrical design and preparation of
bid documents.
Mandatory Bridge Inspection Program. In order to ascertain the structural condition of the bridge
and to comply with FHWA (Federal Highway Administration) regulations, the District conducts
a Biennial Bridge Inspection. This inspection data is analyzed and organized to facilitate bridge
maintenance operations and to assist with the capital budget development process. Staff prepared
the work plan for the Biennial Bridge Inspection, including underwater inspection of the North
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On November 21, 2008, the District submitted the 2008 Biennial Bridge Inspection Report and the
Load Ratings for the Golden Gate Bridge, Bridge No. 27-0053, to Caltrans and FHWA. On April
6, 2012, the District submitted the “National Bridge Inventory – Structure Inventory and
Appraisal” reports for the Lincoln Boulevard Overcrossing, Toll Plaza Undercrossing, Alexander
Avenue – Bunker Road (Overpass), and Alexander Avenue – East Gate Road (Overpass) to
Caltrans and FHWA.
On April 19, 2010, staff began the 2010 Biennial Bridge Inspection. The inspection of Span 2 was
completed in September 2010. The inspection of Span 3 was completed in February 2011. The
inspection of Span 1 was completed on April 29, 2011. Inspection of the available portions of the
North Approach Viaduct was completed on October 21, 2011. Inspection of the South Approach
Viaduct was completed on December 13, 2011. Inspection of the Fort Point Arch and South
Anchorage Housing were completed on January 4, 2012. Inspection of both the North and South
Towers was completed on June 1, 2012.
On August 10, 11, and 12, engineering staff met with representatives from FHWA and Caltrans to
review the District’s bridge inspection plan and the latest federal requirements concerning
mandatory bridge inspections. Staff is revising various aspects of the plan to reflect these
requirements. On December 2, 2011, the District responded to a request for information from
Caltrans relating to FHWA and Caltrans’ review of the District’s bridge inspection plan.
Staff is finalizing a Request for Proposals to engage a consultant to perform an underwater
inspection of the Golden Gate Bridge South and North Tower Piers.
On March 12-15, 2012, engineering staff participated in FHWA training for Fracture Critical
Bridge Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges. All participants passed the certification
examination.
On April 16-19, 2012, engineering staff participated in FHWA’s on Bridge Inspection Refresher
Training course. All participants passed the certification examination bringing the District into full
compliance with FHWA requirements for bridge inspector training.
Golden Gate Bridge Main Cable Access System. Access staging for the lower/mid-span portion
of both cables, where it can be supported directly from the bridge sidewalk, has been erected.
The Engineering Department is preparing a Request for Proposals to procure access to the upper
portions of the Main Cables.
Seismic Instrumentation. The State of California, Division of Mines and Geology – Strong
Motion Instrumentation Program (SMIP) has completed installing and testing the Phase I seismic
instrumentation system. Seventy-six seismic sensors and two recording stations were installed as
part of this phase.
On April 10, 2001, and September 21, 2004, the Seismic Instrumentation Advisory Panel (Panel)
approved the Phase II sensor locations for the South Approach Structures. Twenty-five
additional sensors were proposed for the South Approach and were included as part of the Phase
II Seismic Retrofit project. On September 24, 2002, the Panel approved the design plans for the
Phase II Seismic Instrumentation, North Approach Structures. Twenty-four additional sensors for
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meetings were held on September 30, 2003, September 21, 2004, and October 25, 2006, to
review the progress on construction of the Phase II Seismic Instrumentation and the MEMS
system developed by the U.C. Berkeley Citris program. The MEMS has been tested with
satisfactory results and was removed by U.C. Berkeley in March 2007.
On October 25, 2006, the Panel recommended installing a wind monitoring system on the
Golden Gate Bridge. On April 27, 2007, the Board authorized SMIP to install the wind
monitoring system, including an anemometer and a seismic recorder connected to selected,
existing and new seismic sensors on the Suspension Bridge.
On August 29, 2007, the Panel approved the design of the wind monitoring system, and
recommended measuring ambient vibration and analyzing the bridge computer model with data
recorded from the 1999 Bolinas and 2000 Napa earthquakes. The wind monitoring system was
completed in October 2008.
On June 28, 2010, a small nearby earthquake triggered the sensors and recorded the earthquake.
Earthquake Response Plan. Staff has developed an Earthquake Response Plan. Engineering staff
is developing a program for a refresher course on performing post-earthquake bridge inspection
in accordance with the Earthquake Response Plan.
In 2002, SMIP installed an independent seismic sensor with a warning light and buzzer in the
Sergeant’s control room. On March 1, 2007, the Bridge Earthquake Response Pager System
successfully recorded and transmitted the Lafayette Earthquake with a 1%g ground acceleration
at the bridge. On October 30, 2007, the Bridge Earthquake Response Pager System successfully
recorded and transmitted the Alum Rock Earthquake with a 1%g ground acceleration of the
bridge. On July 7, 2012, the Pager System was tested with satisfactory results.
On March 5, 2012, a 4.0 magnitude earthquake occurred on the Hayward fault near El Cerrito.
The ground acceleration registered at the Bridge was insignificant to trigger the Bridge
Earthquake Response Pager System. In accordance with the triggering criteria described in the
“Bridge Earthquake Response Plan,” a Level 1 inspection was performed by Sergeant’s Office
personnel with video cameras and a driving inspection of the roadway. It was determined that
there was no damage to the bridge caused by the earthquake.
BUS TRANSIT FACILITIES
Novato Bus Facility Security Improvements, Contract 2012-BT-6. Staff prepared design plans
and bid documents for security improvements at the Novato Bus Facility. The project was
advertised for construction bids on November 15, 2011, and on December 20, 2011, six bids
were received and opened. On January 27, 2012, the Board authorized award of the Contract to
the low bidder, Massa Construction Co., Inc., in the amount of $568,215. The Notice to Proceed
was issued effective February 13, 2012. The contractor has completed installation of the
electrical rough-in. A new concrete ramp and pathway outside of the Dispatch Building has been
constructed. The new bus driveway sliding security gate and the employee driveway swing gates
have been installed. The installation of the new perimeter security fencing is complete.
Installation of the new electrical panels, gate openers, and electronics continues.

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San Rafael Bus Facility Wash Rack Replacement, Contract No. 2010-BT-7. Staff prepared
design plans and bid documents to replace the existing San Rafael Bus Facility Wash Rack
Building with a new building, a new wash rack, a new water reclamation system, addition of a
new 22-foot wide bay adjacent to the existing structure for bus detailing and cleaning
functions, and installation of a new rooftop solar panel system. This project was advertised on
April 13, 2010, and on May 11, 2010, six bids were received and opened. On May 28, 2010,
the Board authorized award of the Contract to the low bidder, Arntz Builders, Inc., in an
amount of $1,746,157.00. The Notice to Proceed was issued effective June 21, 2010. The old
wash rack building has been removed and replaced with a new building. The contractor
completed installation of the solar panel modules and all wash rack and water remediation
equipment. Testing of the system failed to meet the contract performance requirements. The
contractor has completed testing and adjusting the bus wash system and the system is now
functioning. Testing of the bioremedial system continues.
San Francisco Bus Facility Construction. Staff prepared design plans and bid documents for
construction of asphalt concrete pavement and underground utilities at the new San Francisco
Bus Facility. Construction Contract No. 2011-BT-1 for this work was advertised February 1,
2011, and awarded by the Board on March 25, 2011, to the low bidder, Interstate Grading &
Paving, Inc., in an amount of $1,103,940. The contractor completed the construction, and the site
is under lease to a parking lot vendor. Staff is working on closing out this contract.
A Request for Qualifications/Request for Proposals San Francisco Mid-Day Bus Parking Facility
Design Services, RFQ/RFP No. 2013-BT-1, to engage consultants to provide design services for
the final site improvements was advertised on June 19, 2012, with a deadline for RFQ/RFP
submission of July 24, 2012. Seven proposals were received and evaluated. Three top rated
proposers were invited for interviews scheduled for August 3, 2012. Staff is arranging for
consulting support to prepare an environmental re-evaluation for the project as required by
regulations.
San Rafael Bus Dispatch Renovations, Contract 2012-BT-7. Staff prepared design plans and bid
documents for improvements to the San Rafael Bus Dispatch, Radio, and Equipment rooms in
preparation for new equipment installation as part of the Advanced Communications and
Information System project. The project was advertised for construction bids on January 24,
2012, and on February 14, 2012, four bids were received and opened. Staff evaluated and
recommended awarding the Contract to the apparent responsive and responsible bidder,
Valentine Corporation, in the amount of $93,369. On February 27, 2012, in conformance with
the District’s procurement rules, the General Manager awarded Contract No. 2012-BT-7 to
Valentine Corporation. The Notice to Proceed was issued effective February 27, 2012. The
contractor completed all work on April 26, 2012. Staff is finalizing the contract close-out.
San Rafael Transit Center – Wayfinding and Transit Signage. Staff is finalizing design plans
and bid documents for the installation of new wayfinding and transit signs at San Rafael
Transit Center (SRTC) that are compliant with the standards that the Metropolitan
Transportation Commission (MTC) set forth for regional transit hubs. The work includes the
installation of overhead wayfinding and transit signs, exterior regional hub signs, and
freestanding and wall-mounted map cases.

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Santa Rosa Bus Facility – Site Remediation. The District removed leaking underground tanks at
the site in 1990. As part of the ensuing site investigation of diesel contamination, a soil vapor
extraction system was installed and operated over a three-year period. In response to a 1997
request for site closure, the North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board (NCRWQCB)
requested additional groundwater monitoring. In October 1999, staff received a letter from
NCRWQCB that contained additional requirements for site closure. Based on the presence of
Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) in the groundwater, in particular the solvents TCE and
TCA, the NCRWQCB, in December 2000, requested additional investigation regarding the
presence of VOC pollutants on the site. The District responded that the VOC pollutants did not
originate from the District property but migrated onto the site from the neighboring Hewlett-
Packard (HP) property, which has had known releases of VOCs on their site.
The NCRWQCB responded that the two property owners needed to resolve this issue. Two
rounds of joint sampling were performed in April and October, 2001.
The District completed the site closure actions requested by the NCRWQCB and submitted a
final report in February 2002. The NCRWQCB responded in May 2002 with a request for
additional monitoring for diesel hydrocarbons and VOC pollutants. The parties did not reach
agreement on recommendations for resolving the VOC issue.
HP issued its own report on the joint monitoring in October 2002. The NCRWQCB requested a
written response from the District to the HP report. The District responded with a comprehensive
Forensic Evaluation Report that explained the occurrence of VOCs on GGB property and met
with the NCRWQCB to reach an agreement on remaining concerns. The final report addressed
the NCRWQCB’s comments and was submitted in December 2003.
The NCRWQCB responded in March 2005, requesting that the District develop a plan for further
mitigation of VOCs and diesel hydrocarbons. On November 8, 2005, the District advertised an
RFP for a new Contract to obtain additional test samples required by the Water Board. On
February 24, 2006, the Board of Directors authorized execution of a Professional Services
Agreement with PES Environmental, Inc., and the Notice to Proceed was issued to the consultant
on March 6, 2006. The consultant obtained test samples from the existing wells and submitted a
request for closure to the NCRWQCB. The District met with the NCRWQCB to discuss the
closure request and the NCRWQCB declined to approve site closure. An annual sampling event
was performed in March 2007; however, the test results were inconclusive by the NCRWQCB.
Additional quarterly sampling was performed in June, September, and December 2007 at the
site. Another annual sampling event was performed in March 2008, and the test results were
again inconclusive by the NCRWQCB. Quarterly sampling was performed throughout 2008 and
annual samplings were performed in March 2009, February 2010, February 2011, and February
2012.
The NCRWQCB requested that the District prepare a Feasibility Study/Corrective Action Plan
(FS/CAP) to evaluate the most effective strategy for achieving cleanup at the site. The District
submitted the FS/CAP to the NCRWQCB on July 30, 2009. The report recommended “No
Further Action” at the site. The District is awaiting a response from the NCRWQCB. In the
meantime, the consultant continues to perform annual monitoring of the three existing
groundwater wells in compliance with the 2005 Order by the NCRWQCB. In February 2012
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continue to show very low levels of residual petroleum hydrocarbons in the groundwater,
including low levels of solvents that originate from the adjacent former HP property. A report of
the monitoring results was submitted to the NCRWQCB on April 20, 2012.
Novato Bus Facility – Site Remediation. A site remedial investigation report regarding previous
fuel leaks at the site was submitted to the San Francisco Regional Water Quality Control Board
(SFRWQCB) in May of 1997. The SFRWQCB reviewed and approved the recommended
corrective actions identified in the report, which included replacing the existing diesel
Underground Storage Tanks (USTs). Two existing 12,000-gallon single-walled underground
storage diesel tanks were removed in 1998 and replaced with two new double-walled 15,000gallon
USTs nearby.
In June 1999, the District submitted a report for implementation of the remaining corrective
actions, which included quarterly groundwater monitoring, closure of a deep well, installation of
additional monitoring wells and a sensitive receptor survey. The groundwater monitoring results
indicated that the fuel from the leak was confined to the site; however, it is not diminishing at a
rate that would allow site closure.
The fourth quarter 2003 round of monitoring discovered a spike in contaminant levels in the
monitoring wells. The District reported the findings to the SFRWQCB in its April 2004 progress
report and included recommendations that would lead to site closure. The SFRWQCB approved
the recommendations, added a few of its own, and required that the District implement those
recommendations. The District implemented two rounds of quarterly groundwater monitoring
that were concluded in March 2005. On November 8, 2005, the District advertised an RFP for a
new Contract to perform additional testing and monitoring as required by the SFRWQCB. On
February 24, 2006, the Board authorized execution of a Professional Services Agreement with
PES Environmental, Inc. The Notice to Proceed was issued to the consultant on March 6, 2006.
The consultant prepared a work plan and submitted the plan to the SFRWQCB for approval. The
District received a conditional approval of the work plan from the SFRWQCB. The consultant
has performed extensive soil and groundwater sampling throughout the site. Consultant
developed a plan to determine the extent of residual diesel fuel that has been discovered in the
groundwater. The plan was approved by the SFRWQCB. Consultant has completed the
fieldwork delineating the extent and zones of residual diesel fuel and free-phase diesel fuel in the
soil and groundwater and has submitted the reports to the SFRWQCB for review and comment.
The latest episode of quarterly groundwater monitoring was performed on June 12, 2012. A
semi-annual monitoring report will be prepared after the third-quarter monitoring event, as
allowed by the SFRWQCB.
FERRY FACILITIES
Larkspur Ferry Terminal and San Rafael Transit Center Bicycle Racks and Signage, Contract
No. 2013-MD-2. Staff is preparing design plans and bid documents for the installation of
bicycle racks and signage at the Larkspur Ferry Terminal and San Rafael Transit Center. The
Larkspur Ferry Terminal work includes: modifications to existing planters in the paid waiting
area of the terminal and installation of new bicycle racks. The San Rafael Transit Center work
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plans, specification and construction cost estimate were sent to Caltrans for review on June 1,
2012 and resubmitted on August 1, 2012, with the most up-to-date DBE provisions.
Larkspur Ferry Terminal Security Improvements, Contract No. 2012-FT-1. Staff prepared
design plans and bid documents for the modification and renovation of an existing building for
use as a security center at the Larkspur Ferry Terminal. This project was advertised for bid on
May 31, 2011, and on July 5, 2011, four bids were received and opened. On July 22, 2010, the
Board awarded the Contract to KCK Builders, Inc., in the amount of $275,000. The Notice to
Proceed was issued effective August 15, 2011. The contractor submitted the initial work plans
for District’s review and approval and commenced field work on September 12, 2011. The
contractor completed the work on February 17, 2012. Staff is working on closing out the
Contract.
Conceptual Designs, Environmental Studies and Engineering Services for Modifications and
Improvements to the Larkspur, San Francisco, and Sausalito Ferry Terminal Facilities, RFP No.
2010-FT-3. A Request for Proposal (RFP) to engage consultants to perform this work was
advertised on May 19, 2009, and on July 7, 2009, six proposals were received. On September 25,
2009, the Board authorized execution of a Professional Services Agreement with Moffatt &
Nichol. The Notice to Proceed was issued effective November 2, 2009. Soil borings for
evaluating geotechnical conditions at the San Francisco site and Sausalito site were performed
between November 5 and November 12, 2010. The consultant completed the site surveys and
alternative designs for each terminal. Staff completed evaluation of the alternative designs. Staff
presented the design concepts to the Building and Operating Committee at its January 27, 2011,
meeting. On February 14, 2011, the design consultant presented the conceptual designs at the
Ferry Passenger Advisory Committee meeting. The consultant is progressing with environmental
studies and technical reports. On April 11, 2011, the design consultant presented the conceptual
designs of the San Francisco Ferry Terminal to the Port of San Francisco and the Water
Emergency Transit Authority (WETA). The Port and its design consultants then presented their
conceptual design for the landside improvements behind the Ferry Building and the addition of
new WETA ferry berths. It was agreed that these meetings will continue periodically as working
sessions to ensure that both projects interface smoothly.
The District presented the conceptual design for the Sausalito Ferry Terminal at the Sausalito
City Council meeting on May 3 , 2011, and also to the Director of Public Works on May 4, 2011.
The City Council seems amenable to the design with only minor comments and suggestions. In
October 2011, staff met with BART and business representatives of the San Francisco Ferry
Building to brief them on the status of the project.
The District’s environmental consultant has prepared the draft environmental documents for the
Sausalito and San Francisco Ferry Terminals. The draft documents have been reviewed by
District staff and on April 3, 2012, transmitted to the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) for
review. FTA requested that the documents be modified prior to publishing them for public
comments. The Sausalito Terminal documents have been revised and resent to FTA and FTA has
determined they are acceptable. The San Francisco Terminal documents are being revised.
Corte Madera Ecological Reserve (CMER) Tidal Wetlands Restoration Project. As a condition
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was required to perform a study to assess the potential impact of ferry operations on erosion of
the shoreline at the CMER. The study also investigated creating replacement habitat for a native
bird species, the Clapper Rail, due to erosion of their existing habitat. The study was
inconclusive regarding the impact of ferry operations on erosion of the shoreline. In consultation
with the USACE and USFWS (U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service), the District agreed to create four
acres of tidal marsh habitat on the District’s 72-acre parcel adjacent to CMER, as mitigation for
the erosion impacts. A conceptual design report and a draft environmental IS (Initial Study) for
the marsh restoration project prepared in 1999, proposed the restoration of three and one-half
acres of tidal wetlands, two acres of seasonal wetlands, and the relocation of a public access
easement that exists on the levee surrounding the parcel. Preparation of Final Plans and
Specifications and acquisition of permits from the Town of Corte Madera, the USACE, USFWS
and BCDC resumed in September 2003 with the award of a Professional Services Agreement to
Philip Williams & Associates. The USACE met with District staff in March 2004 and stated they
wanted to re-evaluate the proposed mitigation plan as well as perform a new JD (Jurisdictional
Determination) of the entire 72-acre parcel. The consultant performed the new JD in which a
significant portion of the parcel was designated by the USACE as seasonal wetlands, because the
land has subsided and now collects rainwater.
Recently, an environmental group, the Marin Baylands Advocate, has expressed interest in
purchasing the parcel and converting same to wetlands. Staff has been meeting with the group to
discuss long-term use as a mitigation site for current and future Ferry Terminal projects. The
District met with the USACE in March 2011 and September 2011 to discuss the status of the
project and a revised design of the mitigation. Staff is preparing a Request for Proposal to solicit
environmental consulting services for the mitigation work. The USACE performed a field
review on April 3, 2012, to compare existing conditions with the 2006 JD site map. The District
will incorporate the USACE’s comments in a new JD site plan.
Greenbrae Boardwalk Shoreline Protection Project- Year 20 Monitoring. In 1989, the District
constructed a rock and geotextile revetment along the south bank of the Corte Madera Creek as a
response to residents’ concerns with the potential impact of ferry wakes. The permits for the
project required the District to restore marshlands immediately adjacent to the Ferry Terminal on
the north bank of the Corte Madera Creek as mitigation for the revetment, and required the
District to monitor the revetment and mitigation for effectiveness up to 25 years after
construction. Consultant ESA PWA (formerly Philip Williams & Associates) assisted the
District with the original design and construction of the project and performed the required
monitoring and reporting for Years 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, and 15. ESA PWA has completed the
Year 20 monitoring of the shoreline and mitigation area. In December 2011, the finalized
monitoring report was distributed to the permit regulatory agencies: the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers and the Bay Conservation and Development Commission; and to the contributing
regulatory agencies: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service,
California Department of Fish & Game, and the State Lands Commission, and to some
concerned residents of the Boardwalk. The District has not received comments from any of the
permit agencies nor from the residents of the Boardwalk.

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Contract Time Expended as of July 28, 2012
Contract Elapsed Authorized Contract
Working Contract Contract Time Time
Project
GGB Seismic Retrofit Phase IIIA
Contract Days Days Extension Days Expended
North Anch. Housing/North Pylon
(SOJV)
NTP 7/07/08
2006-B-1 1,100 1,483 751 80.1%
San Rafael Bus Facility
Bus Wash Rack
2010-BT-7 160 675 0 421.9%
(Arntz Builders, Inc.)
NTP 6/21/10
CCOs with time extension pending
San Francisco Bus Facility
Construction 2011-BT-1 60 159 99 100.0%
(Interstate Paving & Grading, Inc.)
NTP 4/21/11, NOC 12/7/11
Novato Bus Security
(Massa Construction) 2012-BT-6 110 108 21 82.4%
NTP 2/13/12
NTP= Notice to Proceed
NOC=Notice of Completion
Fiscal Impact
There is no fiscal impact relative to this status report. Contractor delays to construction contracts
result in the District assessing liquidated damages against the contractor to recover the District’s
cost.