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Thomas E. Figg, Consult-ing Services, is a sole pro-prietorship with over 35 years of experience, spe-cializing in the fields of urban planning, neighbor-hood revitalization, com-munity redevelopment and project processing. Before starting his own consulting business in 1998, Mr. Figg served as Planning and Redevelopment Manager for the City of Ventura and Community Development Director for the City of Port Hueneme, managing the functions of Planning, Redevelopment, Building & Safety, Code Enforce-

ment and Development Engineering. Since 1998, Mr. Figg has served a host of public and private cli-ents including the Cities of Buellton, El Segundo, Fill-more, Goleta, Lompoc, Moorpark, Ojai, Oxnard, Port Hueneme and Ventura along with the Counties of Santa Barbara and Ventura. Private clients include Un-ocal Corporation, Country-wide Home Loans, Avalon Bay Communities, CT Realty Corporation, DR Horton, ADCO Group, Plaza Partners, California Nurseries, and San Miguel Produce.

Mr. Figg holds a Bache-lor’s degree in City and Regional Planning from California Polytechnic State University at San Luis Obispo and a Mas-ter’s degree in Public Ad-ministration from Califor-nia State University at Northridge. Mr. Figg is distinguished with awards from the Sacramento Building Industry Associa-tion, Bank of America, American Planning Asso-ciation Ventura County Commission on Human Concerns and Port Hueneme Boys and Girls Club. He was also named Citizen of the Year in 1995 by the Port Hueneme Chamber of Commerce.

Background

Urban Planning

Overview

Mr. Figg has participated in a variety of urban planning endeavors during his 22-year public service career and 16 years as a private consultant. His specific experience covers the spectrum of General Plans, Lo-cal Coastal Programs, Zoning Ordinances, Subdivision Regulations, Housing Ele-ments, Urban Design Plans, Economic De-velopment Initiatives, Revenue Enhance-ment Programs and Entitlement Permitting. Mr. Figg has also served as an expert witness and lead negotiator in land use litiga-tion on behalf of both public and private clients.

Public Agency Staffing Multiple Entities Ongoing

Supplement public agency staff in entitle-ment permitting, specialized studies and project management. Served as interim Planning Director for the City of Buellton from October 2000 to April 2001 and again from May to October 2005. Currently as-sisting the Cities of Fillmore and Oxnard, along with the County of Santa Barbara with ongoing projects.

Developer Consultations Multiple Entities Ongoing

Provide private developer consultations on strategic planning, site and architectural design, policy compliance, environmental issues, entitlement permitting, and post-approval compliance process. Projects range in size from a 1,600-acre master planned hillside development to a 5-acre downtown mid-rise mixed-use project.

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Urban Planning

Community Redevelopment

Neighborhood Revitalization

204 Willowbrook Drive P.O. Box 1226

Port Hueneme, CA 93041 Voice (805) 377-9116 Website: tomfigg.com

E-Mail: [email protected]

Client Services Conduct Specialized Planning Studies and De-

vise Land Use, Redevelopment and Housing Plans, Policies and Programs.

Procure Land Use Entitlements including Appli-cation Submittal, Environmental Review, Design Development and Project Permitting.

Solicit Development Proposals, Evaluate Finan-cial Proformas, Analyze Project Feasibility and Negotiate Development Agreements.

Provide Project Management and Staff Support for Development Permitting, Redevelopment Implementation and Related Planning Services.

Overview

Mr. Figg has designed, managed and implemented a variety of neighborhood revitalization projects. His specific expe-rience includes the development and administration of housing rehabilitation, code enforcement, affordable housing and home buyer mortgage assistance programs resulting in the purchase and improvement of over 1,100 dwellings. Mr. Figg has also participated in a varie-ty of community-based partnerships in-cluding joint use arrangements with local school districts and chambers of com-merce.

Village Mixed Use Land Use Study Ojai 2004-2006

Performed a comprehen-sive study of development patterns resulting from adoption of mixed-use regulations for downtown Ojai. The study methodol-

ogy included: (i) a photographic invento-ry of new development and representa-tive examples of existing neighborhood character; (ii) a comparative assessment of baseline (1997) and current (2004) land use conditions; (iii) forecasts of baseline and residual development poten-tial; (iv) a policy analysis to ascertain the “fit” between vision statements and actu-al development; and (v) graphic exhibits depicting the ramifications of alternative development standards. The findings resulted in preparation of amendments to the Zoning Ordinance, including an In-terim Urgency Ordinance to stay all de-velopment pending adoption of imple-menting regulations.

Zoning Ordinance Amendments Buellton & Ojai 2001-2006

Prepared miscellaneous zoning ordinance amend-ments to implement spe-cific public objectives and California Government Code provisions includ-

ing: (i) development standards and im-plementing regulations allowing broader regulatory authority for approving tem-porary uses; (ii) criteria and procedures for the preparation and adoption of Spe-cific Plans; (iii) interim development standards and review criteria for pro-cessing projects in advance of complet-ing studies and implementing an Afford-able Housing Overlay Zone; and (iv) development standards and processing procedures for mixed use projects. These amendments also entailed preparation and adoption of a comprehensive tem-plate of subdivision and land use condi-tions for use in connection with develop-ment permit applications processed with-in the City of Buellton.

Housing Element Preparation Lompoc, Ojai , Fillmore 2009-Present

Update existing adopted Housing Ele-ments previously certified by the State Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD”). The update pro-cess for Ojai focuses on alternative means of evidencing compliance with its as-signed share of regional housing needs through non-traditional approaches that emphasize existing dwellings as opposed to new construction. The process for Lompoc entailed updating existing base-line data, refining adopted programs and conducting an elaborate housing site analysis. The process for Fillmore is ongoing and focuses on increased densi-ties and optional residential use of non-residentially zoned properties. The Ele-ments for Lompoc and Ojai have been formerly approved by HCD and the Ele-ment for Fillmore is pending certification.

Housing Element Update & Mediation Buellton 2002-2009

Prepared a new Housing Element and served as lead negotiator in a civil rights lawsuit alleging, among other things, that the City of Buellton had improperly dis-placed a protected class of low income residents, aggravated by having a non-compliant Housing Element. The litiga-tion resulted in a mediated Settlement Agreement setting forth a performance schedule for adopting a legally adequate Housing Element, increasing statutory housing setaside contributions and mak-ing complimentary revisions to the City’s Redevelopment Plan. The revised Hous-ing Element was formally accepted by HCD in 2004 and successfully updated again in 2009.

Urban Planning (Continued)

Statement of Qualifications (2014)

Local Coastal Program Amendment El Segundo 2006-2008

Conducted a comparative analysis of the City’s adopted Local Coastal Program (“LCP”) with Coastal Act policies rele-vant to modifying land use policies and zoning regulations in order to introduce commercial visitor-serving uses in place of the existing El Segundo Power Plant. In addition, the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance were reviewed to assure inter-nal consistency with the LCP, as amend-ed. Finally, the California Energy Com-mission was consulted on its Final Deci-sion for the El Segundo Power Redevel-opment Project (and companion docu-ments), with particular attention to the California Coastal Commission’s role under Section 30413(d) of the Coastal Act. From this analysis, an amendment to the El Segundo Coastal Zone Specific Plan was drafted, along with companion changes to the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance.

General Plan Update Buellton 2005-2007

Prepared, in collaboration with Rincon Consultants, Inc., new Land Use and Cir-culation Elements for the City of Buellton that implement California Government Code Section 65300 requiring that each city and county adopt and periodically update a comprehensive general plan. The new Land Use and Circulation Elements replace early policy documents adopted in 1994 and consist of updated maps and text that collectively identify the commu-nity’s vision for physical growth and de-velopment through the year 2025. Partic-ularly noteworthy are policies that affirm-atively further downtown revitalization and integrate redevelopment authorities.

Overview


Westside Feasibility Study Ventura 2002

Conducted a three-part feasibility analysis of a community-based Consen-sus Plan for a 1,200-acre neighborhood within the City of Ventura consisting

of: (i) a physical and socio-economic analysis to quantify conditions and needs; (ii) a preliminary financial analy-sis to ascertain potential tax increment revenues; and (iii) a cost analysis of pro-jects and activities identified in the Con-sensus Plan.

Revenue Enhancement Ventura & Port Hueneme 1993-1998

Managed various financ-ing programs including maintenance assessment districts, utility users tax and a $25 million tax allo-cation bond issue. Negoti-ated revenue sharing agreements with the Oxnard Harbor District, allowing for deep-water port expansion with reve-nues linked to cargo

throughput. Managed the planning, de-sign and entitlement process for a pro-posed City-owned and operated beach-front recreational vehicle resort. Pro-cured and administered a variety of fed-eral and state grant programs including CDBG, HOME, EDA and the State Re-sources Off-Shore Oil Development Pro-gram totaling in excess of $20 million. Conducted fiscal impact studies to deter-mine assessment of development fees and negotiated cost recovery agreements for Payments In Lieu of Taxes (“”PILOT”) for tax-exempt projects.

Coastal Act Policy Analysis Port Hueneme 2005

Conducted a land use and policy analysis, assessing a proposed 40-unit residen-tial planned development with corresponding revi-sions to the General Plan

to achieve internal inconsistency, revise land use and zoning maps, and provide evidentiary findings in support of amend-ing the Port Hueneme LCP in compliance with the California Coastal Act.

Tax Initiative Impact Report Buellton 2003-2004

Prepared a comprehensive analysis of a proposed initiative in the City of Buell-ton, qualified for a special election in April 2004, requiring public referenda on all municipal taxes, in order of age, the oldest first, placing one on each general election ballot until all have been recon-sidered by the voters. In accordance with the California Elections Code, the scope of the Impact Report assessed the pro-posed initiative relative to its: (i) fiscal impact; (ii) effect on the internal con-sistency of the City's general and specific plans; (iii) effect on the use of land and impact on housing production; (iv) im-pact on infrastructure financing, includ-ing, but not limited to, transportation, schools, parks, and open space; (v) im-pact on the community's ability to attract and retain business and employment; (vi) impact on the uses of vacant parcels of land; and (vii) impact on agricultural lands, open space, traffic congestion, existing business districts, and developed areas designated for revitalization.

Urban Planning (Continued)

Urban Design Plan Buellton 2002-2003

Prepared, in collaboration with RRM Design Group, an Urban Design Plan for downtown Buellton. The renewed vision entails a more pedestrian friendly envi-ronment achievable through mixed-use development, destination oriented pro-jects and unifying streetscape improve-ments. A hallmark of the Plan is the grad-ual conversion of the Avenue from a 4-lane thoroughfare to one lane of traffic with curbside angular parking in each direction. Complimentary streetscape improvements include gateway entry monuments, decorative signs and street furniture, lighting and banners, special paving materials and protruding curbs at street intersections, enhanced landscape treatment, pedestrian pathways, kiosk structures, art work within the center me-dians and linear park development.

Development Agreements

Buellton & Port Hueneme 1998-2003

Prepared an assortment of exclusive ne-gotiation, owner participation and dispo-sition-development agreements under applicable provisions of California Rede-velopment and General Planning Law including: (i) Moonlite Motel, Market Street Landing, Harbor Walk, Anacapa Walk and Ocean Walk encompasses five separate sites in Port Hueneme for major expansion of an existing 50-room hotel, development of a mixed use harbor-related project and development of small lot in-fill residential planned develop-ments; and (ii) Vintage Walk, The Stor-age Vault and Pea Soup Andersen’s encompassing three separate sites in Buellton for development of mixed-use, commercial storage and renovation of existing retail/visitor serving uses.


Overview


Overview

Mr. Figg has established and implement-ed a variety of neighborhood revitaliza-tion and community enhancement pro-grams. His specific experience includes program development and implementa-tion of housing rehabilitation, code en-forcement, commercial renovation, streetscape improvement, affordable housing and home buyer mortgage assis-tance programs. Mr. Figg has facilitated formation of public-private partnerships to carryout revitalization programs in-cluding joint use arrangements with local school districts and business retention initiatives with Chambers of Commerce.

Affordable Housing Program

Buellton Ongoing

Developed a comprehensive affordable housing ordi-nance that: (i) consolidates existing affordable housing regulations into a single statement of policy; (ii)

broadens existing Density Bonus provi-sions beyond the minimum prescribed by law; (iii) institutes new inclusionary and replacement housing policies; (iv) imple-ments an Affordable Housing Overlay Zone (“AHOZ”) ordinance and desig-nates candidate sites for densification; and (v) institutes a streamlined land use entitlement process. Prepared policy guidelines for a housing rehabilitation program, affordability agreements for inclusionary rental units and loan docu-ments for homebuyer purchase of afford-able for-sale units. Provide ongoing ad-ministrative support and on-call services for program implementation.

Neighborhood Revitalization Second Unit Amnesty Program

Ojai In-Progress

Drafted program guidelines for a Second Unit Amnesty Program as a means by which to legalize dwellings that have been constructed without benefit of per-mits. The purpose of the Amnesty Pro-gram is to capture units not currently rec-ognized in the City’s inventory of hous-ing, thereby allowing the City to address its assigned share of regional housing needs by means other than through new construction. The Program is designed for a limited duration, afterwards, unper-mitted second dwellings would be subject to all Ordinances then in effect including, but not limited to, all permit fees, build-ing construction standards and zoning requirements.

Housing Conservation Program

Ventura County 2007-2008

Devised a strategic action plan for the County of Ventura, guiding the ex-penditure of tax increment housing funds. A key com-ponent and complimentary

work effort included development of an affordable housing strategy matched to identified needs, taking into account rede-velopment projects already in the pipe-line, as well as the availability of other revenue sources to help leverage tax in-crement funds. The work scope included site and structural condition surveys, de-vising housing rehabilitation guidelines, preparing administrative procedures and forms, providing guidance on inclusion-ary and replacement housing policies, and drafting implementing ordinances.

Home Buyer Assistance Programs Multiple Entities 1998-2002

Developed first time home buyer pro-grams for the Ventura County Commis-sion on Human Concerns and Communi-ty Development, County of Ventura and Cities of Ventura and Port Hueneme. Solicited institutional financing, arranged escrow services, and obtained CHFA, FHA and FNMA approval. Negotiated lender participation agreements with Wells Fargo, North American Mortgage Company and California Federal Bank. Applied for supplemental funding through the Federal Home Loan Bank. Participated in development of a proto-type homebuyer assistance program in consultation with Countrywide Home Loans.


Rehabilitation Program Analysis Ventura 1998-1999

Conducted a two-part study consisting of: (i) a cost-benefit analysis of existing governmental service agreements, administrative cost recovery, program

performance and alternative subsidy mechanisms; and (ii) program-policy analysis of existing operating procedures with recommended changes to maximize performance, affirmatively further identi-fied goals and achieve internal consisten-cy. Recommendations resulted in trans-ference of program administration from the City of Ventura to the San Buenaven-tura Housing Authority. Housing rehabil-itation guidelines were subsequently pre-pared for implementation by the Housing Authority.

Housing Conservation Programs Fillmore & Port Hueneme 1987-1997

Collected and evaluated site and structur-al conditions data, analyzed demographic and real estate statistics, developed hous-ing and code enforcement program op-tions, conducted public workshops and devised housing conservation program guidelines for the City of Fillmore. De-veloped Property Maintenance, Pre-Sale Inspection and Rental Licensing Ordi-nances, established Code Enforcement Administrative Cost Recovery Program, implemented systematic building code compliance, and devised rehabilitation template for negotiation, purchase and renovation of investor-owned duplexes for the City of Port Hueneme.

Neighborhood Preservation Program Port Hueneme 1978-1996

Developed and managed a comprehensive neighbor-hood preservation program for the City of Port Hueneme encompassing housing conservation, com-

mercial property rehabilitation, fair hous-ing, systematic building code enforce-ment, special refuse services and selec-tive site acquisition and clearance. The program resulted in the improvement of 1,100 dwellings with a total construction value of $7 million. A total of 10 com-mercial properties have been renovated with a value of $4 million. Complimen-tary civic beatification, urban design and community enhancement improvements were implemented to reinforce private reinvestment.

Neighborhood Revitalization (Continued)

2-4 Unit Rehabilitation, Port Hueneme (After) 2-4 Unit Rehabilitation, Port Hueneme (Before)

5+ Unit Rehabilitation, Port Hueneme (After) 5+ Unit Rehabilitation, Port Hueneme (Before)

Single Family Rehabilitation, Port Hueneme (After) Single Family Rehabilitation Port Hueneme (Before)


Shopping Center Rehabilitation, Port Hueneme (After) Shopping Center Rehabilitation, Port Hueneme (Before)

Small Retail Rehabilitation, Port Hueneme (After) Small Retail Rehabilitation, Port Hueneme (Before)

Neighborhood Revitalization (Continued)

Site Acquisition & Clearance, Port Hueneme (After) Site Acquisition & Clearance, Port Hueneme (Before)

Civic Beatification (Alley), Port Hueneme (After) Civic Beatification (Alley), Port Hueneme (Before)

Code Enforcement, Port Hueneme (After) Code Enforcement, Port Hueneme (Before)


Civic Beatification (Medians), Port Hueneme (After) Civic Beatification (Medians), Port Hueneme (Before)

Civic Beatification (Entry Signs) Port Hueneme (After) Civic Beatification (Entry Signs), Port Hueneme (Before)

Urban Design Features (Theme Trees), Port Hueneme

Urban Design Features (Lights & Signs), Port Hueneme

Urban Design Features (Street Furniture), Port Hueneme

Urban Design Features (Civic Signs), Port Hueneme

Urban Design Features (Monument Signs), Port Hueneme

Overview

Mr. Figg has designed, managed and implemented a variety of urban renewal projects and community development programs. His specific experience in-cludes administrative oversight of six different project areas totaling over 1,000 acres, as well as the initiation and man-agement of assorted projects ranging in size from a 50-acre mixed residential/commercial planned community to a small $500,000 historic downtown build-ing renovation. Mr. Figg is versed in eminent domain and has served as liaison to various Project Area Committees and community based organizations.

Developer Consultations Multiple Private Entities Ongoing

Provide collabo-rative planning services and facilitate negoti-ations between private develop-ers and public

agencies. Projects include: (i) crafting a Downtown Assistance Program to bolster market support and restructure existing debt for Centennial Plaza in the central business district of Oxnard; (ii) revise predevelopment loan terms for affordable housing at RiverPark in north Oxnard to provide flexibility as to the siting of the affordable units, the real property to be used as collateral, and the disbursement of loan proceeds; (iii) devise mobile home park relocation plans and inclu-sionary housing strategies in connec-tion with the redevelopment of Wagon Wheel located at the confluence of Hwy 101 and Hwy 1 in Oxnard; (iv) provide advice on owner participation and business reentry preferences in connection with a proposed mixed use residential-commercial project in downtown Ventura and assist in craft-ing an exclusive negotiation agreemen; and (v) prepare tax increment forecasts and assist in procuring entitlements for a mixed use residential/hospitality pro-ject in downtown Goleta.

Community Redevelopment Project Analysis

Oxnard CDC 2004-2009

Performed financial and asset analysis of various redevelop-ment projects under the jurisdiction of the Oxnard Community

Development Commission (“CDC”) in-cluding: (i) valuation estimate of current CDC land holdings for audit and HCD Report purposes; (ii) tax increment pro-jections for a joint venture housing pro-ject involving the Oxnard Housing Au-thority; (iii) fiscal impact analysis of a proposed Specific Plan amendment con-cerning a change in project scope affect-ing commercial retail and hospitality/convention facilities; and (iv) proforma analysis of various market rate and af-fordable housing projects to determine financing gaps and appropriate levels of CDC participation.

Redevelopment Implementation Plans Multiple Public Entities 2005-2010

Prepared Implementation Plans for the County of Ventura and Cities of Buellton and Oxnard in compliance with Section 33490 of the California Health and Safety Code. The Implementation Plan for Oxnard encompass five different Pproject Areas with differing sets of assumptions and forecasts. Plans for the City of Buell-ton and County of Ventura, each with only one project, entailed integration of Housing Element policies and programs consistent with legislative mandates es-tablished in 2002 with the adoption of AB 637, SB 701 and SB 711. Mid term pro-gress reports were also prepared.

Redevelopment Program Analysis Multiple Public Entities 2002-2007

Conducted a comprehen-sive review of redevelop-ment pro-grams for the

Cities of Buellton, Oxnard and Ojai rela-tive to the time limits for plan duration, use of eminent domain, establishment of debt and receipt of tax increment, as well as financial limits for tax increment and bond indebtedness. Recommendations were provided regarding the need/desirability and scope of plan amendments to maximize the financial benefit and use-ful life of each redevelopment plan. Re-port conclusions are based on an assess-ment of source documentation, County Assessor public information files, City GIS data base records, property and sales tax data, windshield surveys of the proper-ties within each Project Area, and meet-ings with RDA staff.

Redevelopment Plan Amendments Oxnard CDC 2000-2004

Undertook Redevelopment Plan amend-ments for five separate Project Areas un-der the jurisdiction of the Oxnard CDC. The assignment entailed blight surveys to ascertain qualifying conditions, financial analysis to determine feasibility, consulta-tion with affected taxing agencies, com-pletion of Preliminary and Final Reports, conduct of public workshops, and prepara-tion of staff reports, plan documents, reso-lutions and ordinances. Plan amendments in 2000 entailed the merger of two Project Areas, activation of tax increment for one Project Area, and extension of time and financial limits for all five Project Areas. The Plan amendment in 2004 entailed the addition of non-contiguous territory into one of the CDC’s five Project Areas.


Oxnard CDC Project Areas

Strategic Planning & Implementation Buellton & Port Hueneme 1998-2002

Prepared RFQs/RFPs, solicited proposals, assist-ed in developer selection, procured environmental site assessments and reuse appraisals, negotiated

owner participation and disposition-development agreements, critiqued de-sign-development plans, evaluated devel-opment proforma, prepared fiscal sum-maries, orchestrated relocation process and provided contract management for a variety of redevelopment projects. As-sisted in program development and pro-ject implementation encompassing selec-tive blight removal, commercial façade renovation, street scene improvements and affordable housing initiatives. De-vised a Strategic Action Plan for the Buellton RDA based on principals of asset enhancement, economic sustainabil-ity, land recycling and public reinvest-ment.

Project Management

Ventura & Port Hueneme 1985-1998

Managed six different pro-ject areas, three each in the Cities of Port Hueneme and San Buenaventura totaling 1,000 acres. Initiated, ne-gotiated and managed an

assortment of redevelopment projects ranging in size from a 50-acre, $65 mil-lion mixed residential/commercial planned community to a $500,000 histor-ic downtown retail project. Coordinated a $25 million tax allocation bond issue, prepared 5-Year Implementation Plans and filed Year-End HCD/Controller Re-ports. Merged the Ventura Beachfront, Mission and Downtown Projects into a single redevelopment area, extended vari-ous operative dates and adopted amended redevelopment plans. Managed outside consultant contracts, conducted public outreach, developed line-of-credit fore-casts and fiscal policy for RDA borrow-ing.

Community Redevelopment (Continued)

Statement of Qualifications (2014) Page 8

Beachport Center, Port Hueneme (After) Hueneme & Ventura Road, Port Hueneme (Before)

La Entrada Villas, Port Hueneme (After) Pleasant Valley Road, Port Hueneme (Before)

Surfside Village, Port Hueneme (After) Hueneme Road, Port Hueneme (Before)

Country Inn, Port Hueneme (After) Hueneme & Ventura Road, Port Hueneme (Before)

Beachport Cottages, Port Hueneme (After) Surfside Drive (VFW Hall), Port Hueneme (Before) Casa De Anza, Ventura (Mixed Use Rehabilitation)

Community Redevelopment (Continued)


Port Harbor Homes, Port Hueneme (After) Ponoma Street, Port Hueneme (Before)

Bubbling Springs Villas, Port Hueneme (After) Fifth Street Service Yard, Port Hueneme (Before)

Harbor Village, Port Hueneme (After) Market Street , Port Hueneme (Before)

VFW Hall and Hueneme Storage, Port Hueneme (After) Surfside Road, Port Hueneme (Before)

Harbor Village Apartments, Port Hueneme (After) Fifth Street & Hueneme Road, Port Hueneme (Before)

Downtown Parking Structure, Ventura

Pea Soup Andersen’s, Buellton

Downtown Cinema, Ventura

Vintage Walk, Buellton

Avenue of Flags, Buellton

Overview Mr. Figg has processed over 460 separate land use matters including subdivision maps, discretionary entitlements and leg-islative actions. Mr. Figg is particularly knowledgeable of land use practices in Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties hav-ing previously served as Planning Direc-tor for the City of Buellton in 2001 and 2005, Contract Planner for Ventura Coun-ty from 2007-2008 and Project Manager for Santa Barbara County from 2006 to the present. Mr. Figg has also provided expert witness services (including Court testimony) for 10 different public and private clients since 1998.

Santa Barbara Ranch

Santa Barbara County In-Progress

Manage the entitlement process on behalf of Santa Barbara County for a highly controversial project on the Gaviota Coast. The project entails 15 different types of

legislative and quasi-judicial actions and over 100 separate planning permits, al-lowing the development of 71 new resi-dential estates, equestrian center, agricul-tural support facilities, public amenities and creation of conservation easements for permanent protection of open space and agriculture. The site encompasses Santa Barbara Ranch and Dos Pueblos Ranch, together totaling 3,254 acres and 85% of the lots comprising an antiquated subdivision commonly known as Naples. Processing commenced in 2002 and has entailed 45 meetings and hearings con-ducted by a host of advisory and decision making bodies, culminating in project approval by the Board of Supervisors in late 2008. Subsequently, the County prevailed on CEQA litigation in both Superior and Appeal Courts. Amend-ments to the County’s LCP and permit processing are currently pending before the California Coastal Commission.

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Bacara Resort and Spa ADCO Group 2010-2011

Assist the ADCO Group in refining de-sign-development concepts, negotiating conditions of approval with City staff, retaining specialty consultants as needed, crafting public access strategies, coordi-nating production schedules with team members, orchestrating public presenta-tions, conducting outreach efforts to gar-ner public support, obtaining entitlements from the City and processing the project through the California Coastal Commis-sion. The 13-acre site is part of and continuous to the existing Bacara Resort and Spa located in western Goleta along the Pacific coastline. Proposed develop-ment consists of a 55-unit condominium hotel, requiring approval of General Plan and Zoning Ordinance Amendments, vesting tentative tract map and final develop-ment plan.

Project Processing

Rice Ranch Specific Plan LTB Ventures, LLC 2007

Conducted public policy and site con-strains analysis to determine the develop-ment feasibility of a 60-acre site located in northern Santa Barbara County. Orches-trated preparation of conceptual develop-ment plans and photographic simulations in support of expert testimony provided as part of a civil lawsuit contesting the site’s development potential.

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Project Processing (Continued)

Telecommunications Ventura & SB Counties 2002-2009

Supplemented County staff in processing telecommuni-cation applications includ-ing cellular telephone, fiber optic and microwave pro-jects. Tasks included appli-

cation in-take and compliance assessment, conducting background investigations and site visits, evaluating land use and envi-ronmental issues, conferring with County Departments and answering citizen inquir-ies, preparing CEQA documentation and staff reports, orchestrating noticing and agenda materials, and making presenta-tions to decision makers. Managed the entitlement process for a 19-site emergen-cy communications network for the Sher-riff and Fire Departments of Ventura County.

Park & Streetscape Improvements Buellton 2001-2009

Provided project management services for the development of two separate park sites totaling 35 acres in the City of Buellton, together with the construction of streetscape improvements along Hwy 246 and Avenue of Flags. Prepared RFPs/RFQs, procured design and environmental assessment services, orchestrated design-development and entitlement permit pro-cesses, coordinated with federal and state agencies having jurisdiction (USFWS and Caltrans), conducted informational brief-ings and public hearings, solicited con-struction bids and coordinated construc-tion contract administration with in-house engineering staff. Collaborated with Buellton Union School District on park master planning, recreational needs as-sessment and joint use opportunities.

Pacific View Mall Ventura 1998- 2001

Coordinated design review, permit processing and condi-tion compliance on behalf of the City of Ventura involv-ing a $100 million renova-tion of a 1.1-million square

foot regional shopping center encompass-ing new J.C. Penney, Sears and Robin-son's-May department stores. Conducted plan checks, maintained neighborhood relations, monitored compliance with en-vironmental mitigation and use permit conditions, performed field inspections, negotiated various implementation agree-ments, and participated in collaborative problem solving.

Hillside & Harbor Development Avalon & Rancho Mariano 1999-2000

Participated on separate development teams for a 1,600-acre residential hillside community and a 20-acre mixed use visi-tor serving harbor project in the City of Ventura. Evaluated regulatory and policy parameters, assisted the Project Team design-development, devised community outreach process, clarified community expectations, identified linkages to other community assets, prepared entitlement permit applications, confered with govern-mental agencies, collaborated with key stakeholders and made public presenta-tions.

Ventura Auto Center Expansion Ventura 1999

Coordinated the design review process, conducted necessary environmental reviews, prepared and pre-sented staff reports and procured entitlements for a

major expansion to an existing 50-acre auto center encompassing a Specific Plan Amendment, Zone Change, Planned De-velopment Permit, Conditional Use Per-mit, Flood Plain Permit and Design Re-view Approval.

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Military Base Closure and Reuse Port Hueneme 1996-1997

Managed the Reuse Plan-ning Process for disposal of the first U.S. Navy facility closure in California under the Base Realignment and Closure Act (BRAC).

Formed a Surplus Property Authority, procured EDA Economic Development grant funding, managed planning and economic consultant contracts, orchestrat-ed citizens participation process, negotiat-ed a comprehensive homeless compensa-tion agreement under the McKinney Act among a coalition of local homeless pro-viders, spearheaded federal legislation to provide for biennial beach sand replenish-ment, negotiated revenue sharing agree-ments with the Oxnard Harbor District, began out-leasing for an aquaculture busi-ness park and commenced the Redevelop-ment Project formation process.

Project Processing (Continued)

Representative Clients

City of Oxnard (Community Development Department) Reference: Kymberly Horner, Interim Program Manager/Director

(805) 385-7853

Hagle Lumber, San Miguel Produce & Thomas Aquinas College Reference: Patrick Loughman, Attorney at Law

(805) 981-8555

County of Santa Barbara Reference: Dianne Black, Development Services Director

(805) 568-2086

Rincon Consultants (Planning, Engineering & Environ. Services) Reference: Richard Daulton, Principal

(805) 547-0900

Moriarty Property Company (Developer and Investor) Reference: Kerry Moriarty, Principal

(805) 686-5151

City of Fillmore (Community Development Department) Reference: Kevin McSweeney, Director

(805) 524-1500, x116

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