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AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into on the 16 day of June, 2022 by and between the TOWN OF LOS ALTOS HILLS (hereinafter referred to as "TOWN") and Government Technology Group, LLC (hereinafter referred to as "CONTRACTOR"). In consideration of their mutual covenants, the parties hereto agree as follows: 1. CONTRACTOR. Shall provide or furnish the following specified services and/or materials: A Strategic Broadband Feasibility Study for the Town of Los Altos Hills. 2. EXHIBITS. The following attached exhibits are hereby incorporated into and made a part of this Agreement: Proposal from CONTRACTOR dated April 12, 2022 3. TERMS. The services and/or materials furnished under this Agreement shall commence June 16, 2022 and shall be completed by March 31, 2023, unless terminated pursuant to Section 5(f). 4. COMPENSATION. For the full performance of this Agreement: a. TOWN shall pay CONTRACTOR an amount not to exceed ninety five thousand dollars and zero cents ($95,000.00) within thirty (30) days following receipt of invoice and completion/delivery of services/goods as detailed in Sections 1, 2, and 3 of this Agreement and only upon satisfactory delivery/completion of goods/services in a manner consistent with professional/industry standards for the area in which CONTRACTOR operates. TOWN is not responsible for paying for any work done by CONTRACTOR or any subcontractor above and beyond the not to exceed amount. b. Town shall not reimburse for any of CONTRACTOR's costs or expenses to deliver any services/goods. Town shall not be responsible for any interest or late charges on any payments from Town to CONTRACTOR. c. CONTRACTOR is responsible for monitoring its own forces/employees/agents/ subcontractors to ensure delivery of goods/services within the terms of this Agreement. TOWN will not accept or compensate CONTRACTOR for incomplete goods/services. Town of Los Altos Hills Page 1 of 5 Short form Updated 4/26/22 5. GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS. a. HOLD HARMLESS. CONTRACTOR agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the TOWN, its officers, agents and employees from any and all demands, claims or liability of personal injury (including death) and property damage of any nature, caused by or arising out of the performance of CONTRACTOR under this Agreement. With regard to CONTRACTOR'S work product, CONTRACTOR agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the TOWN, its officers, agents and employees from any and all demands, claims or liability of any nature to the extent caused by the negligent performance of CONTRACTOR under this Agreement. b. INSURANCE. CONTRACTOR shall file with the TOWN a certificate of insurance before commencing any services under this Agreement as follows: WORKERS COMPENSATION INSURANCE: Minimum statutory limits. ii. COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE INSURANCE: General Liability and Property Damage Combined. $1,000,000.00 per occurrence including comprehensive form, personal injury, broad form personal damage, contractual and premises/operation, all on an occurrence basis. If an aggregate limit exists, it shall apply separately or be no less than two (2) times the occurrence limit. iii. AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE: $500,000.00 per occurrence. iv. ERRORS AND OMISSIONS INSURANCE: $1,000,000.00 aggregate. v. NOTICE OF CANCELLATION: The City requires 30 days written notice of cancellation. Additionally, the notice statement on the certificate should not include the wording "endeavor to" or "but failure to mail such notice shall impose no obligation or liability of any kind upon the company, its agents or representatives." vi. CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE: Prior to commencement of services, evidence of insurance coverage must be shown by a properly executed certificate of insurance and it shall name "The Town of Los Altos Hills, its elective and appointed officers, employees, and volunteers" as additional insureds. vii. To prevent delay and ensure compliance with this Agreement, the insurance certificates and endorsements must be submitted to: Town of Los Altos Hills Page 2 of 5 Short form Updated 4/26/22 Town of Los Altos Hills 26379 Fremont Road Los Altos Hills, CA 94022 c. NON-DISCRIMINATION. No discrimination shall be made in the employment of persons under this Agreement because of the race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion or sex of such person. d. INTEREST OF CONTRACTOR. It is understood and agreed that this Agreement is not a contract of employment and does not create an employer-employee relationship between the TOWN and CONTRACTOR. At all times CONTRACTOR shall be an independent contractor and CONTRACTOR is not authorized to bind the TOWN to any contracts or other obligations without the express written consent of the TOWN. In executing this Agreement, CONTRACTOR certifies that no one who has or will have any financial interest under this Agreement is an officer or employee of TOWN. e. CHANGES. This Agreement shall not be assigned or transferred without advance written consent of the TOWN. No changes or variations of any kind are authorized without the written consent of the City Manager. This Agreement may only be amended by a written instrument signed by both parties. TERMINATION. This Agreement may be terminated by TOWN upon seven (7) days written notice to CONTRACTOR. Monies owed for work satisfactorily completed shall be paid to CONTRACTOR within 14 days of termination. g. RECORDS. All reports, data, maps, models, charts, studies, surveys, calculations, photographs, memoranda, plans, studies, specifications, records, files, or any other documents or materials, in electronic or any other form, that are prepared or obtained pursuant to this Agreement and that relate to the matters covered hereunder shall be the property of the TOWN. CONTRACTOR hereby agrees to deliver those documents to the TOWN at any time upon demand of the TOWN. It is understood and agreed that the documents and other materials, including but not limited to those described above, prepared pursuant to this Agreement are prepared specifically for the TOWN and are not necessarily suitable for any future or other use. Failure by CONTRACTOR to deliver these documents to the TOWN within a reasonable time period or as specified by the TOWN shall be a material breach of this Agreement. TOWN and CONTRACTOR agree that until final approval by TOWN, all data, plans, specifications, reports and other documents are preliminary drafts not kept by the TOWN in the ordinary course of business and will not be disclosed to third parties without prior written consent of both parties. All work products submitted to the TOWN pursuant to this Agreement shall be deemed a "work for hire." Upon submission of any work for hire pursuant to this Agreement, and acceptance by the TOWN as complete, non- exclusive title to copyright of said work for hire shall transfer to the TOWN. The compensation recited in Section 4 shall be deemed to be sufficient consideration Town of Los Altos Hills Page 3 of 5 Short form Updated 4/26/22 for said transfer of copyright. CONTRACTOR retains the right to use any project records, documents and materials for marketing of their professional services, CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION, The TOWN hereby designates the Management Analyst 11 and the City Manager as Contract Administrator for this agreement. The CONTRACTOR shall only take direction regarding the services provided under this Agreement from the Contract Administrator. Furthermore, CONTRACTOR agrees that the Contract Administrator shall be included any meeting, teleconference or written communication between any Town representative including Committee members and the CONTRACTOR. The TOWN may modify the Contract Administrator at any time upon providing written notice to the CONTRACTOR. i. ENTIRE AGREEMENT. This Agreement represents the entire agreement between the Parties, Any ambiguities or disputed terms between this Agreement and any attached Exhibits shall be interpreted according to the language in this Agreement and not the Exhibits. 6. INVOICING, Send all invoices to the contract coordinator at the address below, This Agreement shall become effective upon its approval and execution by TOWN. in witness whereof, the parties have executed this Agreement the day and year first written above, CONTRACT COORDINATOR and representative for TOWN: Peter Pirnejad City Manager Town of Los Altos Hills 26379 Fremont Road Los Altos Hills, CA 94022 Town of Los Altos Hills Snort ton Updated 40W2 CONTRACTOR: By: Signatu rerP— Date E Print name, Title TOWN S AL.-E.QS HILLS: By: �' Peter Pirnejad, City M nage D e Page 4 of 5 GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY GROUP; LLC 209.678.3077 ♦ proiectskgovtechLroun.net Proposal for Strategic Broadband Feasibility Study to Town of Los altos Hills 26379 Fremont Rd Town of Los Altos Hills, CA 94022 From GOVERNMENT 2930 Geer Rd Suite 273 Turlock, CA 95382 (209) 678-3077 Projects@QovTechGroup. net CopyrightO Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY GROUP; LLC Contents 209.678.3077 ♦ yroiectskjzovtechgEMjU net Cover Letter/Introduction Executive Summary/Project Understanding Firms Qualifications Prosect Team Qualifications Project Approach Quality Assurance/Quality Control Program Schedule Exhibit A - Scope of Work Exhibit B —Cost Proposal and Standard Fee Schedule Exhibit C — Project References Exhibit E — RFP Statements Inclusion Information Exhibit F — Additions or Exceptions to the City's Request for Proposal Resumes Copyright© Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. 2 3 5 7 8 12 14 A-1 B-1 C-1 E-1 F-1 R-1 GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY GROUP, LLC 209.678.3077 + in•oiectsai)govtechgroap.net April 12, 2022 Cody Einfelt Management Analyst II 26379 Fremont Rd Los Altos Hills, CA 94022 Subject: Proposal — Strategic Fiber Optic Feasibility Study Dear Mr. Einfelt, Government Technology Group, LLC (GTG) respectfully submits this proposal to the Town of Los Altos Hills to complete a Strategic Broadband Feasibility that will guide agency broadband planning for the next 5-10 years. GTG is a technology consulting firm comprised of public service information technology leaders. We have extensive experience in local government with practical, hands-on, real-life expertise delivering fiber optic, broadband and Smart City technologies. In addition, GTG has partnered with Young Fiber for their industry expertise and advice in planning, designing, project managing and building out fiber/broadband infrastructure. Young Fiber experience includes substantial work for broadband leader Jory Wolf. The team we have for this project has developed and implemented fiber plans for the City of Modesto, City of Merced, City of Concord, County of Ventura, City of Fremont, County of Marin, City of EI Monte as well as many others. GTG and Young Fiber professionals working on the project include Jeff Lewis, Mark Guenther, Clancy Priest, and Preston Young. We are confident that, based on the Request for Proposal (RFP), Government Technology Group meets or exceeds the conditions specified in the selection criteria. In this Covid-19 era, most of the consulting and broadband planning work will be primarily performed virtually using Zoom. If the pandemic continues to recede as the project proceeds, then the balance of remote vs. on-site work can be re-evaluated. Thank you for your consideration and we look forward to discussing the proposed project further with you. Sincerely, P# zema Jeff Lewis, PMP, CGEIT Principal Consultant Jeff@GovTechGroup.net Copyright© Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Pagel 2 C:=. GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY GROUP, LLC. 209.678.3077 0 nroiects(&,govtechgrouu.net Executive Summary/Project Understanding The Government Technology Group is pleased to have the opportunity to play a vital role in helping the Town of Los Altos explore a competitive, reliable and cost-effective fiber optic communications system to benefit its residents and provide for a state-of-the-art technology infrastructure for improved service delivery to achieve cost efficiencies and increased productivity. Fiber infrastructure enables innovation in business and operational processes and users are demanding new communications speeds to simplify or speed their work. Fiber infrastructure provides efficient error free communications that allows for real time sharing of information between City facilities, including traffic signals and public safety while improving Internet services for its community including residents, businesses (commercial and industrial), schools, and health services. Government Technology Group LLC (GTG), a consulting group of former, local government CIO's and IT leaders, with the support of our advisor Young Fiber, a firm with extensive fiber optic planning experience, will provide the Town of Los Altos Hills a Strategic Fiber Optic Feasibility Study that will assist in the City's ability to obtain funding, improve access/inclusivity, provide high speed communications that are reliable at a reasonable cost. The Feasibility Study will be designed with input from current local Internet Service providers and business and community stakeholders. The results will provide a fiber optic network solution that will improve innovation and be positioned for future Smart City solutions and support for the Internet of things (IoT). We will accomplish this through a structured, phased approach that builds on the earlier stages and findings to discover and resolve foundational gaps in the communications needs of the city with recommendations, road maps and prioritizations to support a City-wide fiber optic network. The information in the Fiber Optic Feasibility study will be a collaborative effort with City staff, local community groups, businesses, and residents through conversations, surveys, meetings, workshops, and reviews, supplemented by subject matter expertise and awareness of industry best practices and evolving trends. Extensive communication is key, and our project initiation process ensures that joint expectations are fully understood and met throughout the project with regular meetings and reporting. Our schedule, a work plan of thirty weeks, is exemplary of how each project phase is memorialized in a milestone and is flexible to meet City staffing and operational requirements. Background preparatory activities for each milestone will be continuous throughout the project to meet the stated objectives and deliverables. As technology leaders in our recent organizations and now in consulting, GTG provides significant, hands-on project experience delivering technology advancement in cities, agencies, and districts, working with public funds while answering to City Councils and Boards of Directors. We have had the responsibility to design, plan and implement complex fiber infrastructure and network projects. We have a proven track record of accomplishing our objectives. Recent projects include fiber master plans, fiber optic assessments, network upgrades, cybersecurity, telephony, ERP implementations, enterprise content document management systems, websites, SCADA networks and security, CMMS asset management systems, and cloud office systems, among others. We have been successful through partnering with the user communities to accomplish these projects. Young Fiber has a long history of successful design and implementation of fiber optic and broadband plans for local government agencies. Copyright© Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Pagel 3 GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY GROUP LLC 209.678.3077 ♦ proiectskgovteel►group.net The combined strength of these two firms meets and exceeds all the required qualifications with a history of accomplishment delivering fiber optic and broadband plans for local government agencies. The local government industry is fast advancing with smart initiatives, escalating the need for enhanced communications for its residents and businesses. Our two firms will prepare a Citywide Strategic Fiber Optic Feasibility Study that will position the City to embrace these advancements while improving broadband services in its community. The study will articulate a mission and vision to accommodate the City's current and future "Smart City" projects. The Town of Los Altos Fiber Optic/Broadband Plan will become a framework for the next 10 years that will facilitate the City's mission of providing superior public services that enhance the quality of life for the community. The plan will assist with the rapid growth of the Internet of Things and the need for Smart City services due to the proliferation of connected devices, including utility assets, streetlights, traffic signals and surveillance cameras. In addition to this, the plan will enhance economic development, education, health care and the quality of life for its residents and businesses while allowing the City to target investments and develop capabilities that contribute to achieving strategic and organizational objectives. The Plan will guide and enable decisions on how Fiber Optic technologies support City and community needs. In addition, it will enhance operational and business processes and help staff collaborate within and across divisional boundaries. The plan will lay out steps for the City to use broadband services to improve efficiencies in delivering services to its community including broadband friendly policies that support the Town wide Fiber Optic/Broadband Master Plan. Copyright© Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Pagel 4 GOVERNMENT, TECHNOLOGY GROUP, LLC 209.678.3077 ♦ projects tkgovtechgrouu.net Firms Qualifications Government Technology Group LLC (GTG) was formed in 2019 when Priest Consulting (with 10 years of consulting services) merged with the Government Technology Group. Its principals have more than 100 years of professional technology experience combined. After 20 plus years of joint inter -agency cooperation, consulting and personal collaboration with each other and their respective agencies' technologies, this group of former Bay Area CIO's expanded a technology consulting firm and specializes in government technology challenges. The team we have put together has assisted a number of clients with broadband planning, smart city initiatives, IT assessments, strategic planning, and master plans including Santa Barbara, Hayward, Fremont, EI Monte, Merced, Modesto, Concord, Vacaville, DSRSD, Housing Authority of Santa Clara County, Housing Authority of Alameda, and the Greater Vallejo Recreation District to name a few. Our expertise includes planning and implementation of complex, fiber optic systems including funding. Areas where we have assisted agencies include: Broadband Planning Design Engineering Feasibility studies Conventional Design -Bid -Build Fiber Master Plans Design -Build Needs Assessments Performance Specifications Funding Sources Value Engineering Policy Cost Estimating Turnkey Implementation Constructability Review Project Management Construction Sequencing And Constraints Fieldwork Fiber Optic High Level Design Smart City Advisory Services Network Infrastructure Public Wi-Fi Enterprise Network Architecture Emerging Technologies Network Operations & Engineering Smart Parking SCADA WAN & IP Network Engineering Smart Transportation Availability & Capacity Management Smart Public Safety Contingency Planning/ Business Smart Utilities Resumption Internet of Things Security Administration — Zero Trust Firewal I/VPN/IDP/Antivirus/ Anti SpyWare/AntiMalware/Web Filtering Internet Service Provision Telephony - Voice - Telephones — Cell Phones - Call Center - Presence — Messaging Management Information Systems System Administration Data Warehousing Windows System Administration Business Intelligence File and Print Services Management Dashboard Microsoft Office 365 Cloud Local & Cloud Directory Services Technical Workforce Management Administration Copyright© Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Pagel 5 GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY GROUP LLC 209.678.3077 ♦ uroiects aovtechgroau.net Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Server Configuration Management SQL Database Operations & Storage Area Network Administration Administration ECMS (Enterprise Content Software Training Management) System Administration Internet Websites Application & Storage Virtualization SharePoint Exchange Messaging Operations CMMS Asset Management Backup Operations Desktop and Mobile Hardware & Software Software Licensing Application Administration Application Support and Administration Application Change/Release Management Application Integration Application Configuration Reporting Programming eO&M Automated Meter Infrastructure Secure Utility Billing and Permitting Customer Internet Portals Help Desk Management Copyright© Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Pagel 6 GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY GROUP, LLC 209.678.3077 ♦ proiectskgovtechgroup.net Project Team Qualifications Government Technology Group Project Team GTG will assign Jeff Lewis as the Primary Consultant, with Mark Guenther and Clancy Priest as Subject Matter Experts (SME)/Senior Consultants to the project. GTG will also partner with Young Fiber and Subject Matter Expert (SME) Preston Young to expand our expertise. Jeff Lewis, MPA, PMP, CGEIT — Project Manager Jeff Lewis is a veteran in the field of Information Technology and has a career that spans over thirty- eight years in public, private, and non-profit sectors including positions in local government, medical, and technology consulting. He has served as Chief Information Officer for multiple local government and non-profit agencies, is a founding member of the Government Technology Group (www.GovTechGroup.net) and has served as the Director of Smart Region Initiative at Joint Venture Silicon Valley. As a CIO Jeff has led Smart City, broadband, technology strategic and GIS planning, enterprise architecture, policy, and research initiatives for local government including building fiber optic systems in three agencies over a span of twenty plus years. Preston Young - Senior Advisor/Consultant — Fiber Optic Expert Preston Young has worked in construction management, project, and program management, and been part of and managed internal teams of 10+ as well as vendor teams. He has been responsible for communications to executive level management on project status and risk management. The main area of his career has been focused on broadband deployment through fiber optics and fiber optic networking. Mr. Young is an accomplished and respected Senior Broadband Consultant who is passionate about creating a culture of integrity and excitement in an organization. He is recognized for accelerating operational initiatives while partnering with senior executives in defining long-term initiatives, goals, and objectives. Mark Guenther, CGCIO - Systems and Programming Expert Mark Guenther is a retired municipal Chief Information Officer with a wide range of hands-on technical expertise. In both the CIO and consulting roles, he has overseen the successful implementation of citywide enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, permitting systems and utility billing functions, including secure online customer access to permit and utility accounts. Clancy Priest, IEEE — Network and Systems Expert Clancy Priest is a retired 30+ year municipal Chief Information Officer who has been part of several organizations. Mr. Priest is currently an independent technology consultant offering a wide range of technical expertise. His education is in the technical field with a BS in engineering. Mr. Priest has a wide range of technical abilities with an emphasis on project and program management, with extensive experience in various forms of information technology and executive management. CopyrightO Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Pagel 7 GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY GROUP, LLC; 209.678.3077 ♦ p►oiects a uovtechgroun.net Project Approach GTG's fiber optic/broadband planning methodology is built on the combined experience of our group in delivering services to public agencies. GTG will perform an assessment of the Town of Los Altos Hills's current infrastructure, assets and providers and identify the strengths and weaknesses of the current state. The fiber optic assessment activities will provide the foundation upon which the Fiber Optic/Broadband Feasibility Study will be built. The principal consultants that will be involved with this project have completed a number of projects similar to the one proposed. Below is a list of Broadband Master Plans/Assessments that were completed by our team: Verizon One Fiber — Concord UACE 5G Deployment 2016 — 2019 (Private Sector) 600+ mile overbuild City of Indio — Fiber Master Plan 2020 — 2021 North Arizona Council of Governments — Middle Mile Network Plan 2020 — 2021 City of Modesto — Fiber Planning - 1998 City of Merced — Regional Fiber Planning — 2003 Hayward Unified School District — Fiber Optic Plan - 2013 City of San Leandro — Wireless Master Plan - 2013 City of Concord — Fiber Optic Master Plan — 2017 GTG's methodology will be focused on the involvement and interaction with the public and stakeholders, including residents, local businesses, education, and health services providers in addition to working with broadband providers. GTG's Master Planning methodology creates processes that yield positive results. GTG's proposed work plan includes several phases that build upon one another through actions and technical reports that ultimately become part of the Town of Los Altos Hills' Fiber Optic Feasibility Study. The first phase establishes the foundation for effective communication and the successful completion of the project. The second phase focuses the assessment on the Town of Los Altos Hills' current environment and how fiber optic communications support the City's needs while identifying gaps, opportunities, and long term provision of a broadband communications system. The next phase builds the tools and vision for the future of Los Altos Hills including high level design, cost, and funding analysis. Here workshops and road maps contribute to the understanding of how that future can be achieved. The final step, which follows a structured methodology to develop a Strategic Fiber Optic Feasibility Study that is supported by the information gathered in the "Assessment" and "Vision" phases to develop actionable recommendations and projections for future broadband improvements that supports residents, local business, regionalism, and Smart City technologies. CopyrightO Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Pagel 8 c�=N� ` GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY GROUP, LLC PROJECT INITIATION Planning Meeting 209.678.3077 ♦ 1)1•0iectskgovtechgr2u2.net The purpose of this phase is to share our proposed work plan and schedule. This stage includes confirming GTG's understanding, as well as the understanding of the stakeholders, regarding the scope of work and the process for accomplishing the overall objectives of the project. GTG will meet with Los Altos Hills's Project Manager and other key staff to refine and confirm the detailed scope of work, project timeline, deliverables, project status reporting methods, project participants (i.e., sponsor, subject matter experts, technical resources, etc.), and other items to ensure a well-planned project. During this step, we will tentatively build with Los Altos Hills the workshop attendance lists. Based on GTG's experience on similar projects, project timeline, the project schedule shall be refined with the project manager from Los Altos Hills. The success of achieving this schedule largely depends on the availability, participation, and knowledge of Los Altos Hills' assigned staff. GTG will submit monthly progress reports to Los Altos Hills showing completion progress for each task and associated subtasks. Deliverables: Draft and Final Project Plan. Project Initiation Meeting Since the project will have an organization -wide impact, it is important to proactively communicate with all impacted staff to ensure a clear understanding of project goals and objectives, roles and responsibilities, approach, tasks, and timeline. This meeting also provides the opportunity to introduce the GTG personnel to Los Altos Hills staff and should involve senior level management and project sponsors. It is important that all Los Altos Hills staff that will be involved in the project, regardless of their role, participate in the Project Initiation Meeting. Deliverable: Project Initiation Meeting DISCOVERY - ASSESSMENT PHASE In this step, GTG will work closely with the organization's fiber optic stakeholders, local community groups, businesses, residents, broadband providers, healthcare services and education to perform a comprehensive assessment of existing fiber optic and communications in place, including gaps that will identify current strengths/weaknesses, and high-level documentation of existing agency communications. GTG will conduct surveys to assess and determine overall satisfaction in terms of broadband and broadband service delivery and support. These surveys provide a mechanism that provides all broadband users input into future fiber communication needs. They also provide a more granular look into the actual broadband deployments in the city and highlight areas that may need more focus. GTG will document the Town of Los Altos Hills' future vision for the use of broadband including Smart City technology. This will result in a gap analysis between that vision and the current fiber infrastructure realities. CopyrightO Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Pagel 9 GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY GROUP, LLC 209.678.3077 ♦yroiectsngovtechgroun.net Gathering information on all city and private assets to incorporate into the plan. The more infrastructure and assets the most cost effective the build will be, also can be leverage for partnerships. Some of the assets include: • Asset Inventory - City owned conduits, fiber, abandoned infrastructure, building space, equipment, future capital improvement projects, any other assets o Private assets include conduits, current fiber cables, future plans for fiber or conduit, cabinet space, co -location space, etc. • Stakeholder Outreach — Finding any assets, needs, partnership opportunities, anchor tenants, and what support exists for improved Los Altos Hills broadband communications. The assessment phase will also include the following: • Market Analysis — Gaining an understanding of the local broadband offerings, city needs, point of presence to connect to internet, needs of the residents and businesses. • Governance Discussion — Developing a plan for the structure of the governance and management of the Los Altos Hills broadband system. Depending on analysis and findings, governance could include overseeing a broadband partnership, managing structure, and general overseeing of the assets as deemed necessary. These evaluative considerations will become a part of a framework to ensure current and future technology projects meet Los Altos Hills's needs and can be supported long term including abandonment or transfer of assets protection if deemed necessary. In those areas where the assessment provides an inventory of opportunities, GTG will provide one or more recommended actions, an assessment as to the relative priority of each recommendation, and an action plan that considers the relative importance of each recommendation and a recommended timeframe for implementation. The recommendation will also include potential partnership opportunities to assist in the speedy implementation of the action items. VISION PHASE The culmination of the assessment of the current environment, combined with the needs and goals of all the stakeholders, the next phase focuses on planning the future with a supporting fiber optic network. The vision requires an understanding of the needs, goals, and funding opportunities the Town of Los Altos Hills will be able to leverage to complete the overall project goals and objectives. CITYWIDE STRATEGIC BROADBAND OPTIC FEASIBILITY STUDY GTG will incorporate work products and memorandums from previous tasks as the foundation for the development of Los Altos Hills's Fiber Optic/Broadband Feasibility Study. GTG will use this information, as well as other information provided by staff and independent research, to create an actionable draft of the Master Plan and review it with Los Altos Hills. Upon completion and acceptance of the final Strategic Fiber Optic Feasibility Study, GTG will give a professional presentation summary to multiple audiences, including the Executive Team and the City Council as requested. Copyright© Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Pagel 10 GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY CROUP; LLC 209.678.3077 ♦ 1)1.0iects(&'20vtechgr2un&q Realistic, obtainable, with a step-by-step plan to accomplish a feasible network is going to be key to finding funding, grant opportunities, and partnership(s) to provide the necessary expertise and skillsets for the deployment of city-wide broadband communications. An unrealistic plan that is too lofty with unrealistic goals will not benefit Los Altos Hills or its constituents. Copyright© Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Pagel 11 GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY GROUP; LIC 209.678.3077 ♦ nroiectsAgovtecligroumnet Quality Assurance/Quality Control Program GTG follows the Project Management Book of Knowledge waterfall process to monitor and manage quality control. This includes creating approval criteria and setting quality standards during the initiating phase, deciding on what to focus on and building quality into the project during the planning phase, tracking status reporting and change control during the Executing, Monitoring and Controlling phase and documenting lessons learned and importing documents during the closing phase as outlined in the following image. INITIATING Project Concept Review and Approval o Approval Criteri< v Stakeholder Identification o Preliminary Scope Review Meeting Q Funding Review & Adjustment PLANNING Project Planning Document Completion o Kick off Meeting • Scope &. Requirements Defined • Team Rales Responsibilities Defined • Communication Plan • Project Schedule o Project Budget a Risk, Change ant Quality Plans Procurement Contract Award 90a"LIN9 Project Evaluation o Celebration o Operational Handoff Contract Closure Lessons Learned project Documents Archived The following five steps will be used during the four phases of the project management process to develop a quality control process: Phase I – Initiating Step 1. Set your quality standards. Phase II - Planning Step 2. Decide which quality standards to focus on. This allows your agency and GTG to ensure quality in all aspects of the project by focusing on the most important measures — those that have the biggest effect on your agency and your customer Copyright© Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Pagel 12 GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY GROUP, LLC 209.678.3077 ♦yroiects movtechl1roup.net experience. This will improve the ability to get results quickly which keeps the project team focused and avoids becoming overwhelmed. 3. Create processes to build quality into the project. Well-designed processes lead to high-quality products and services. This step will include working closely with Los Altos Hills's project manager in creating requirements to measure to and documenting team responsibilities for accountability. In addition to this, the two project managers will work closely together and with their teams to build a communication plan including monthly status reports, the project schedule, budget, change and quality plans to monitor and control. Phase III — Executing, Monitoring and Controlling 4. Review your results to ensure quality standards are being met. During this step status reporting will be reviewed regularly to see how well the Broadband Planning Study process is meeting its quality standard including change control and contract management. 5. Make improvements to ensure quality in future projects. There is always room for improvement. This phase includes a project evaluation and review of deliverables, lessons learned and archiving of documents for future projects to improve upon. GTG recommends creating a SharePoint or Cloud storage area hosted by Los Altos Hills for sharing documents during the project to assist with project collaboration, tracking and quality control. Outputs of Perform Quality Control • Measurements • Validated changes • Updates to project management plan and project documents • Change requests • Lessons learned • Validated deliverables CopyrightO Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Pagel 13 GOVERNMENT 'TECHNOLOGY GROUP, LLC Task Name . j Duration eProject Management 210 days Project Initiation 10 days Project Kickoff Meeting 0 days ADiscovery 90 days Asset Inventory 0 days Technology Trends and Review 0 days Broadband Availability and 0 days Market Analysis Needs and Goals Assessments 0 days Gap Analysis 0 days Provide Ongoing Knowledge of 220 days Funding Sources Avision 67 days High - Level Network Design - 0 days Conceptual Routing Business Model & Financial 0 days Analysis Phased Implementation Plan 0 days Grants and Funding 0 days Opportunities Digital Inclusion 1. day 209.678.3077 ♦ aroiectsL&govtechgroup.net Schedule 2022 Qtr 3, 2022 Qtr 4, 2022 qtr 1. 2023 Qtr 2, 2023 Start . Finish . May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Wed 6/1/22 Tue 3/21/23 Wed 6/1/22 Tue 6/14/22 1 1 Wed 6/1/22 Wed 6/1/22 0 6/1 Wed 6/15/22 Wed 6/15/22 A 6/15 Mon 7/11/22 Mon 7/11/22 7/11 Fri 7/29/22 Fri 7/29/22 ® 7/29 Mon 8/22/22 Mon 8/22/22 Tue 8/30/22 Tue 8/30/22 Wed 6/1/22 Tue 4/4/23 t Thu 9/1/22 Fri 12/2/22 Thu 9/1/22 Thu 9/1/22 Mon 10/3/22 Mon 10/3/22 Mon 7/11/22 Mon 7/11/22 Tue 11/15/22 Tue 11/15/22 Thu 12/1/22 Thu 12/1/22 •Broadband Master Pian Final 23 days Thu 1_2/1/22 Mon 1/2/_23_ Master Plan Draft 0 days Thu 12/1/22 Thu 12/1/22 Report Out to Council, Mgmt, 0 days Fri 12/30/22 Fri 12/30/22 Divisions ® 8/22 ® 8/30 1 p 9!1 10/3 p 7/11 11/15 1 o 12/30 -... -- Copyright© Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Pagel 14 GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY GROUP, UC 209.678.30771 yroiectskgovtech�et Exhibit A - Scope of Work to be Performed by GTG Scope of Services 1. Project Management & Meetings GTG's team will hold bi-weekly meetings with the Town of Los Altos Hills' project team to discuss the project status, deliverables, and any other topics to keep the project moving forward. Keeping the project moving forward without delays is key to the success of the overall project. The meetings will be preceded by agendas, handouts, and other documentation as needed. In addition to the bi-weekly meetings, GTG will be available for workshops, meetings, and interviews with city staff, local community groups and other stakeholders relevant to the project. These meetings would be used primarily for providing progress updates, goals, direction of project, etc. At the present time, due to COVID restrictions and uncertainty about the future, it is assumed that all meetings will be conducted virtually until such time as in-person meetings are practical. Kick -Off Meeting & Project Management Plan -The project will begin with a kickoff meeting between the GTG team and the Town of Los Altos Hills' project team. Prior to the kickoff, GTG will put together a Project Management Plan (PMP) including a project outline, timeframe, deliverables, and other milestones. After the meeting, based on feedback from the stakeholders GTG will revise the PMP accordingly. 2. Asset Inventory We will conduct an asset inventory to gain an understanding of the current infrastructure that can be leveraged for this project. These assets include but not limited to: • Any existing conduit, abandoned infrastructure, traffic signal interconnect, or other underground infrastructure • City or community group owned fiber optic cables including access points o With strand count and availability o Taking into account foothills and line of sight issues • Any building or cabinet space available for cable terminations and patch panels • Traffic lights • Streetlights • Any existing wi-fi access points • All camera locations: Public safety, Traffic, Automatic License Plate Readers, and/or Building security cameras • Any capital improvement projects • Site list of all facilities to connect to the network • GIS maps including City -owned property, right of way, easements • Economic development zones, low/moderate income areas, un/underserved areas • Other as needed GTG can utilize this information in any form including GIS, PDF, Excel, Word, Pictures, KMZ, etc. This information will be requested as soon as possible after the project begins and put into a master GIS CopyrightO Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Page A -1 GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY GROUP, LLC 209.678.3077 ♦ nroiectsna govtech� database. The GIS database will be turned over to the city upon completion of the project. GTG will also use the available contacts and websites to gain an understanding of the existing fiber throughout Los Altos Hills that could be leveraged as part of the Feasibility Study. This includes working with local community groups and their fiber networks. Local Internet Service Providers (ISPs) will be contacted as well with the hopes of gaining an understanding of their current networks and future plans for the area. It is assumed that most providers will not share maps of their networks for proprietary reasons but in the spirit of the project they will typically verbally share information that can be used in the study. The analysis will include as much of this information as possible and will lead to a better understanding of the local networks and how the community is being served and show the inequalities that exist in all markets. These talks should yield an understanding to both the city and the providers of the current needs of the community and a greater understanding of how to solve these issues. The providers will also have needs and goals that should be considered in the designing of the network as they too are stakeholders in Los Altos Hills and should be viewed that way. After all this information is collected and put into a comprehensive map, GTG will conduct a gap analysis indicating the areas of the city that will require new broadband and/or fiber optic infrastructure to extend services where needed/desired. 3. Technology and Trends Review Our team of experts maintain a presence in many forums and groups that help influence the direction of broadband. These nationwide groups: current state of broadband, what technologies have been successful and not successful. They are knowledgeable about the trends that are helping municipalities become smarter and more efficient, and the types of networks needed to support these technologies. The internet of things, or IoT, is a system of interrelated computing devices, mechanical and digital machines, objects, animals, or people that are provided with unique identifiers (UIDs) and the ability to transfer data over a network without requiring human -to -human or human -to -computer interaction. IoT is quickly becoming such an integral part of our lives. IoT is the innovation that is bringing together various smart systems, frameworks, intelligent devices, and sensors meant to make our lives better, more efficient, safer, longer, and easier. We will bring this knowledge to the Town of Los Altos Hills and highlight the technologies and trends that are of particular importance to municipalities. The future of broadband is trending towards hybrid networks incorporating both fiber and wireless technologies. Wireless technologies that will be investigated and researched for feasibility include but are not limited to: • Satellite • Wi-Fi • CBRS - Citizens Band Radio Service, aka private LTE • Microwave • Terragraph type systems - neighborhood mesh network CopyrightO Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Page A -2 G..•,� GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY GROUP; LLC 209.678.3077 / proiects, ,aovtechgrouu.net 4. Broadband Availability and Market Analysis Within the Town of Los Altos Hills, there are multiple private companies that are providing broadband services to their residences and businesses. We will research and use many different resources to find what is available, the cost, and who is providing those services. We will work with local community groups to look at public private partnerships that could benefit the community. As part of the analysis, we will interview home grown groups and private sector companies to ascertain what networks exist and if there are plans for the future that would have an impact. We will contact the wireless, wireline, fixed wireless, and cellular companies with a presence in Los Altos Hills. It is expected that these companies will not share maps or detailed plans, however, they typically will cooperate as much as they can. It should also provide an insight into the idea of partnerships and the level of interest these companies have. There are several resources on the state and Los Altos Hills levels that will be used to obtain coverage maps and availability. Every facility -based provider must report, every 6 months, FCC Form 477 every census block that they provide services and the speeds of that services. The FCC takes this information and provides maps that show the reported information. 5. Needs and Goals Assessments We will interview stakeholders within the Town of Los Altos Hills's departments, local community groups, focus groups, major employers, etc. to determine the needs of these groups. The first step for knowing where to expand broadband and having a smart city is to satisfy the needs of the community and constituents. Goals are a major driving force for increasing broadband and fiber networks. It is imperative to know the technologies, IoT, programs, smart city applications, 5G and 6G, Wi-Fi 6, among many others. No two cities are the same and they all have different goals, objectives, and needs in order to make the city the best it can be. We will use our extensive experience to guide the interviews to learn how to best serve the city. 6. Policy Assessment Policy assessment is a necessary step in making sure that Los Altos Hills has the policies and practices in place to not only entice broadband deployment but also the ensure the city is protected and behaving in a legally responsible and fudiciary manner. Policies and practices have to meet county, state and federal standards and legal requirements. Policies that will be reviewed include: • Dig once • Construction Standards • Permitting process • Permitting fees • PEG fees • Master License Agreements Copyright© Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Paige A -3 VV IIJJ; GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY GROUP, LLC 209.678.3077+ roiectsAE!ovtecl►eroup.net • General city agreements with private companies and/or community groups • more upon discovery These policies need to be reviewed with legal telecommunications lawyers for compliance and any legal issues or exposure that may exist with steps to mitigate these issues. There are many issues that can and do get tTowns and cities into legal uncertainty, by having these policies reviewed by legal council will help make sure any current issues are defendable and future polices are designed with on proper legal standing in mind. 7. Gap Analysis During the discovery phases of the project, we will document and compare the current infrastructure with the network that will be needed to meet the needs and goals of the city. We will take all this information and develop an analysis of the gaps, or missing pieces that will be needed to complete the network. Between private networks, future plans, and current city assets a comprehensive road map will be outlined on how to fill the gaps and make recommendations on broadband infrastructure that can build revenue to extend fiber as the community's needs grow. 8. High-level Broadband Design — Conceptual Routing Following the gap analysis, we will put together a conceptual HLD (high-level design) that will fill the gaps. We will work with the city's team to find the most appropriate network type and design to fit the business model. We will create a wired/wireless design that will include expected construction types and costs, network type, cable sizes, strand counts, route diversity,and redundancy to support an inclusive, high speed and reliable service at reasonable cost. The HLD will include area data centers and colocation spaces and how and if the Town of Los Altos Hills should connect to these locations. It will include the most efficient and direct routing focusing on the most reliable and cost-effective construction methods. We will include technical specifications and a cost estimation should construction of a network be a feasible option. 9. Business Model & Financial Analysis GTG will incorporate findings from the asset inventory, needs assessment, and partnership opportunities to develop a business model that fits the framework of financial, operational, and organizational requirements of Los Altos Hills that will have the greatest chance of success and will be the most financially sustainable. We will present this business case to the City's team and provide an analysis of how it meets Los Altos Hills's goals in the project. Each city is unique, and through our proven process we will work with Los Altos Hills to find the model that is most feasible and presents the best opportunity for its unique community. Some considerations for the business model may include: Public -Owned • City -owned "middle mile" infrastructure with potential partnership opportunities for "last mile" CopyrightO Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Page A -4 GOVERNMENT OY A;<R VLVAE .L TECHNOLOGY GE2:C.)�UP, LLC 209.678.3077 0 proiectskgovtechgrouL).net connections Open Access • Proceed with the intent to lease or otherwise make available, fiber and/or wireless infrastructure (conduit, dark or lit fiber, vertical and other assets) to other municipal entities, telecommunications carriers, other service providers or businesses • Connect to an internet Point of Presence (POP) and offer a choice of Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to partnership entities and end-users on the network through either wholesale, retail, revenue sharing or passive network access Demand -Driven • Deploying the network and associated services where areas of demand (both social and economic) will be strongest • Realizing a financial return on investment in terms of economic development impact, infrastructure enhancement, leased line or other communications service savings and revenue generation • Focusing on social return on investment in terms of enhancing Quality of Life via educational, Public Safety, and Smart City initiatives Incremental Build • City/municipal buildings and facilities, evaluating leased -line savings, communications, and operational enhancements • Community Anchor Institutions (CAls) such as large businesses, hospitals, learning institutions, etc. • Business economic development zones or corridors and the broader business community • Public Wi-Fi areas, public safety and other smart city services requiring a fiber backbone or otherwise enhanced by high-speed access • Eventual possibility of residential communities including multi -dwelling units (MDUs), low-income housing and the broader community at large. Other considerations • Leverage the existing network, including adding redundancy and resiliency, building the network to carrier -grade levels, monetizing current assets including leasing infrastructure • Capitalize on joint -trench opportunities and other right-of-way access opportunities in conjunction with other Public Works projects and private development agreements to expand network infrastructure After the best business model option has been selected, GTG proposes using our Broadband Financial Sustainability Model to ensure that Los Altos Hills has a full understanding of the business CopyrightO Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Page A -5 K! GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY GROUP, LLC 209.678.3077 ♦ proiects a iiovtechei•oup net and financial sustainability of the program. Using our financial tools, we suggest using the following process to conduct the business model analysis and make recommendations. We would propose using a 10 -year period to analyze the project: Develop the cost model for the network, including one-time and ongoing capital expenditures to build the network. This will include an assessment of current facility locations, City owned land and the city right-of-way for construction, and the need to purchase any land or equipment. Develop the cost model for operations, including O&M, network operations, field services, staffing, billing, and customer service. From the market analysis and outreach, determine the customer segmentation and growth on the network, across each type of customer (business, school, hospital, etc.). Determine customer growth rates for the network, based on benchmarking analysis from other utility and municipal providers. Provide a phased deployment approach, including prioritization and costs for each phase. Determine a proposed competitive rate schedule for potential services, using pricing information from the market analysis and benchmarking information. Develop financial statements including: o Operating income and cash flow o Net present value analysis o Projected revenues and benefits o Uses and sources of funds o Operational expenses o Depreciation schedule o Debt service analysis o Key assumptions Conduct comprehensive financial analysis on the project to determine overall financial sustainability using key metrics such as free cash flow, debt service coverage, operating margin, and net income. We will incorporate findings, review them with the City's team and provide direction for the final business case. Copyright© Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Page A -6 GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY GROUP, LLC209.678.3077 ♦ proiects(i�govtech�et 10. Phased Implementation Plan The culmination of the study will lay out the core strategies for Los Altos Hills to develop a broadband communications strategy that supports Smart City/IoT initiatives. We believe a phased approach to implementing such a project is key. GTG's team will help you develop a prioritized, phased approach that uses a "crawl, walk, run" approach to broadband communications expansion . We will identify near term, high -impact projects that will demonstrate capabilities and competence for the City, while minimizing capital investment. These small steps are important to help you build toward larger goals. Building on the initial successes, we will provide a year -by -year roadmap for fiber infrastructure deployment, based on the priorities of your community and with clear milestones that should be achieved along the way. We will also help you determine what activities, funding, resources, and partnerships you will need along the way to be successful at developing the City's city-wide fiber optic infrastructure. 11. Grants and funding opportunities Los Altos Hills's geographic location and population will limit the grant opportunities. However, within SB 156 there may be provisions for urban areas that will have opportunities for Los Altos Hills. 12. Final report and presentation Upon completion of the project, GTG will present the final report to the City Council if desired. This presentation will encompass the methodology, findings, and recommendations. It will include a path to protect the City's investment in broadband/fiber infrastructure for the community including policy recommendations to reduce exposure of liability and risk. CopyrightO Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Page A -7 EM0, llGOVERNMENT "TECHNOLOGY GROUP, LLC Exhibit B — Cost Proposal and Standard Fee Schedule: 209.678.3077 ♦ proiectskgovtechgroup.net The total fixed cost to the Town of Los Altos Hills for a Citywide Strategic Fiber Optic Feasibility Study is $74,685 and includes all work to be completed by GTG as stated in this proposal. GTG will invoice Los Altos Hills per the schedule below. Invoices are payable or net 30 terms from the date of invoice. The Government Technology Group will be available to assist with project managing an RFI or RFQto assist the City in developing a Public Private Partnership solution if this model is selected by the City. The cost for additional assistance is estimated at $19,500 plus incidentals and travel if needed. .SSS®���' ���n4 ±£<�:,}� Y} $ _ _, s, t a .=f z.Y., 5 4 tk "l,..rau S� E x?..,. .h. , s)-! .- -•>r .z.,.. � ,;-a.e.H ��ls`. � _". Project Management $5,070.00 Project Initiation Project Kickoff Meeting Discovery $28,665.00 Asset Inventory Technology Trends and Review Broadband Availability and Market Analysis Needs and Goals Assessment Gap Analysis Provide Ongoing Knowledge of SB 156 and other funding sources Vision $25,350.00 High - Level Network Design - Conceptual Routing Business Model & Financial Analysis Phased Implementation Plan Grants and Funding Opportunities Digital Inclusion Strategic Fiber Optic Feasibility Study Final $13,650.00 Feasibility Study Draft Report Out to Board, Mgmt, Divisions Incidentals & Travel $1,950.00 8-5.00. Proposed Fee Schedule $18,500 $18,500 $18,500 $19,185 upon contract signature upon start of Vision Phase upon start of Broadband Planning Study Draft upon completion of Broadband Planning Study Copyright© Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Page B -1 GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY GROUP, LIC 209.678.3077 0 uroiectskgovtechMro j&q Should work outside of the fixed fee agreement herein be requested and authorized by the Town of Los Altos Hills, the Government Technology Group will bill only for actual hours worked at a rate of $195 per hour. Copyright© Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Page B -2 GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY OGY GROUP, LLC 209.678.3077 ♦ proiects(i�govtechgrouu.net Exhibit C — Project References References that best support the proposed teams' stated qualifications: Holli Thier Tiburon Town Council HThier@Townofriburon (415)407-4843 Tony Barrera Director of Information Technology City of South San Francisco (650)829-3914 to ny. barrera@ssf. net Fiber ISP Feasibility Study — Preston Young, Young Fiber/Magellan April 2021 - Present Steve Hargis, PhD Strategic Initiatives Manager City of Moreno Valley (951)413-3401 steveh imoval.org Fiber Master Plan — Preston Young, Young Fiber/Magellan April 2021 — Present Jeff Bennyhoff Director of Information Technology City of Merced (209)385-6829 Ben nyhoffJ(c-0-cityofinerced. org City of Lancaster (formerly with the City of Victorville) Joe Haggard Senior IT Manager ihaggard@cityoflancasterca.orq (661) 723-6060 Victorville IT Master Plan, 2021 Mark Murphy Retired Traffic Engineer City of Modesto (209) 604-4768 CopyrightC Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Page C -1 GOVERNMENT .,TECHNOLOGY GROU1-),LLC Not Applicable 209.678.3077 + iwoJectsagoyteeligroupmet Exhibit E - RFP Statements Inclusion Information Copyright© Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Page E-1 GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY GROUP, LIC 209.678.3077 4 projectsp_govttEl►�roup.net Exhibit F - ADDITIONS OR EXCEPTIONS TO THE CITY'S REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL Not Applicable Copyright© Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved, Page F-1 'C GOVERNMENT T'ECHN'OLOGY GROUP, LLC Resumes 209.678.30771 proiect§fi�ovtech�rouu.net JEFF LEWIS, PMP, CGEIT — Principal Consultant for Overall Project Management and Fiber Optic Planning Jeff Lewis is a veteran in the field of Information Technology and has a career that spans over thirty- eight years in public, private, and non-profit sectors including positions in local government, medical, and IT consulting. He has served as Chief Information Officer for multiple local government and non-profit agencies, is a founding member of the Government Technology Group (www.GovTechGroup.net) and has served as the Director of Smart Region Initiative at Joint Venture Silicon Valley. As a CIO Jeff has led Smart City, broadband, IT strategic and GIS planning, enterprise architecture, policy, and research initiatives for local government. Specific areas of responsibility included developing and advancing Smart City initiatives, digital government, security policy, innovation, and emerging technologies. During this tenure, he served as the lead executive for numerous enterprise IT initiatives, broadband/fiber projects, and efforts to improve business processes. Jeff is a lifetime member of the Municipal Information Systems Association of California (MISAC) and has won the MISAC Excellence award 10 years in a row for implementing best practices in local government. Jeff has served as President of MISAC, and currently serves on the Education and Smart City committees. EDUCATION: d• Masters Public Administration (MPA) Stanislaus State, Turlock CA d• Bachelor of Science, Stanislaus State, Turlock, CA Emphasis: Computer Science ❖ Minor Stanislaus State, Turlock, CA Emphasis: Business Administration Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT) Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) d• Project Management Professional (PMP) Copyright© Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Page i2 -1 iii7 GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY GROUP, LLC; Project Management Institute (PMI) QUALIFICATIONS: 209.678.3077 ♦ t roiectsCn govtechi!roup.net • Technology Strategic Planning • Project management and oversight services. • Broadband Solutions: Creation of Broadband plans, networks, and best practices. • Smart City: Development and implement Smart City Solutions including support for the Internet of Things (IoT). • Cloud Strategy and Implementation • Security: IT Security audits and implementations protecting intellectual property. • Business Process Improvement • Contract Negotiation • Mobility: e-commerce, e-business strategies and wireless infrastructure for field operations and community access. • Network Planning: Architect enterprise wide network infrastructure. • Project Management: Created project management program and materials. • Governance: Develop governance programs • Training Program Development • Systems Migration Planning • Policies and Procedures Development • MISAC Award Application Assistance • Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery expertise. • Geographical Information Systems (GIS). • Cable Franchise Agreements (PEG). • Change Management expertise. • eBusiness/eGovernment and World Wide Web presence. • Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) implementation. Copyright© Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Page R -2 c�Ira� GOVERNMENT INS, TECHNOLOGY GROUP, LLC; 209.678.3077 0 proiectskaovtech$rouu.net MARK GUENTHER, CGCIO — Principal Consultant for Project Review and Evaluation Mr. Guenther is also a recently retired municipal Chief Information Officer who has been part of several organizations as detailed in his resume. Mr. Guenther is currently an independent technology consultant offering a wide range of technical expertise. In both the CIO and consulting roles, he has overseen the successful implementation of citywide enterprise systems including finance (AP, GL, PR, Budget), community development (Permits) and utility billing functions including online access to permit and utility accounts for customers (Tyler Munis) for Hayward, California and Danville, California. Prior to focusing on IT management, he implemented numerous systems, both those which were developed in-house and others that were configured commercial packages which created automated systems for financial and community development functions. EDUCATION: d• Certified Government Chief Information Officer (CGCIOTM) Rutgers University/Public Technology Institute, Newark, New Jersey ❖ Bachelor of Science University of San Francisco Major: Applied Economics ❖ Associate of Arts Diablo Valley College, Pleasant Hill, California Emphasis: Computer Science QUALIFICATIONS: • 30+ years' experience in the information technology field • Staff development and mentoring • Project management and oversight • Change Management expertise. • Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) implementation • Permit and Inspection System implementation • Public Safety System implementation, including Police and Fire • Document and Enterprise Content Management • Business Analysis and Business Process Review • eBusiness/eGovernment and Web presence. • Internal Service Fund (ISF) budget preparation and oversight. Copyright© Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Page R -3 c' ' 1"5. GOVERNMENT ' TECHNOLOGY GROUP, LLC 209.678.3077 aw•oieets eovtechgo•ouu.net EXPERIENCE: Government Technology Group Principal, Information Technology Consultant, June 2019 to Present City of Hayward, California Director of Information Technology/CIO, September 2012 to May 2015 (Retired) Information Technology Manager, September 2002 to September 2012 (Retired) Programmer/Analyst, January 1990 to September 2002 Western Exhibitors, Inc, San Francisco, California Data Processing Manager, April 1982 to January 1990 Copyright© Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Page R -4 rea��a �anor„y , lJ �J GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY GROUP, LLC 209.678.3077 ! proieets(n,2ovteehf!ro►in.net CLANCY PRIEST, IEEE — Principal Consultant for Project Review and Evaluation Mr. Priest is a retired 30+ year municipal Chief Information Officer who has been part of several organizations as detailed in his resume. Mr. Priest is currently an independent technology consultant offering a wide range of technical expertise. His education is in the technical field with a baccalaureate in engineering. He has a wide range of technical abilities with an emphasis on project and program management, with extensive experience in various forms of information technology and executive management. He has a vast knowledge base of the various forms of automation and of the continual technological evolutions that prevail in the technology profession. EDUCATION: Energy Systems Engineer Oberstufenzentrum for Elector-und Energietechnik, Berlin, Germany Major: Electro -Mechanical Engineering. (Baccalaureate) Energy Systems Practical Internship Ausbildungszentrum for Siemens Aktiengesellshaft, Berlin, Germany Practical Internship in Engineering Program. (Professional License) •A Commercial & Industrial Development Management University of California, Irvine 2 -year program for Project Management. (Certificate) QUALIFICATIONS: • Technology Strategic Planning • Project management and oversight services. • Change Management expertise. • Independent Validation & Verification (IV&V) of projects. • Telecommunications and Interoperability planning, including RoIP, P25 compliance. • Public Safety technologies, including Police, Fire and Military • Business Process Review and engineering. • Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery expertise. • Network Systems (LAN, WAN, MAN), including infrastructure planning. • Dataflow planning (routing, switching, etc.). • Geographical Information Systems (GIS). • Telephony telecommunications including Cellular, PBX and VoIP. • Cable Franchise Agreements (PEG). • eBusiness/eGovernment and World Wide Web presence. • Inter- Intra- and Extranet planning and implementation. • Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) implementation. • Document and Enterprise Content Management. • Disaster Recovery, Database Management and System Security. • Training and needs assessment, Technology Strategic Planning. • Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and Return on Investment (ROI) studies. • Internal Service Fund (ISF) budget preparation and oversight. Copyright© Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Page R -5 GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY GROUP, LLC 209.678.3077 0 pro i ects(7govtechffroup. net • Inter -Departmental technology planning. EXPERIENCE: Government Technology Group Principal, Information Technology Consultant, June 2019 to Present City of Hayward, California Director of Information Technology/CIO, February 2002 to September 2012 (Retired) C. R. Priest, Consulting Sole Proprietor, Independent Information Technology Consultant, March 2001 to February 2002 and September 2012 to June 2019 City of San Buenaventura, (Ventura) California CIO, April 1999 to March 2001 City of Chico, California Director of Information Systems, January 1996 to April 1999 County of Riverside - GSA Purchasing and Material Services Department Departmental Information Systems Coordinator, September 1992 to January 1996 RELATED PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: 4- State License; Energy Systems Engineer issued by the Department of Industry and Commerce, Los Altos Hills Republic of Germany State License; Energy Systems Technician issued by the Department of Industry and Commerce, Los Altos Hills Republic of Germany City of Chico Management Academy Graduate (with curriculum from CSU Chico) VOLUNTEER WORK: ➢ Advisory Committee Member/Speaker, Bay Area Technology Forum, 2008 - present. ➢ Technical advisor to the Bay Area UASI BayRICS Communication System Copyright© Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Page R -6 GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY GROUP, LLC 209.678.3077 + proiects(a,E!ovtecliffrotm.net PRESTON YOUNG — Senior Broadband Consultant San Francisco Bay Area has been Mr. Young's home for most of his career. He has worked in construction management, project, and program management, and been part of and managed internal teams of 10+ as well as vendor teams. He has been responsible for communications to executive level management on project status and risk management. Main area of career focus has been broadband deployment through fiber optics and fiber optic networking. Mr. Young is an accomplished and respected Senior Broadband Consultant passionate about creating a culture of integrity and excitement in an organization. He is recognized for accelerating operational initiatives while partnering with senior executives in defining long-term initiatives, goals, and objectives. QUALIFICATIONS: Operational Strengths City Government Liaison, Capacity Analysis / ISP Construction & Engineering / OSP Construction & Engineering / Planning & Scheduling / Budgeting / Project Management Leadership Strengths - Alliance & Partner Contracts - Budgeting & Financial Management - Business Management Leader - Cross -Functional Collaboration & Teaming - City and other government liaison - Empower & Develop High Performance Teams - Exceptional Critical Thinking Skills - Highly Effective Client Relations - Program & Project Management - Strategic Planning & Execution - Superior Judgement & Priority Assignment - Training & Development Copyright© Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. Page R -7 Y FT-i,� GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY GROUP, LLC EXPERIENCE: Magellan Advisors December 2020 - Present • Senior Broadband Consultant • Fiber Network High Level Design • Data Gathering • Market Analysis • Gap Analysis • Project Management 209.678.3077 ♦ 1Mojectskgovtechg1MR &q Young Fiber LLC — Brentwood, CA August 2020 — Present Owner and Senior Broadband Consultant Fiber Master Plans Feasibility Studies • Technology and Trends Internet of Things (IoT) • Primary consulting areas: City Master Broadband plans, High-level design, Private Public Partnerships. Golden State Utility Company - Fremont, CA 2019 — August 2020 Program Manager Verizon/MCI Metro - Walnut Creek, CA 2017-2019 • Lead Engineer IV Spec/Network and Operations Atherton Fiber - Atherton, CA 2016-2017 • Project Manager: OSP Construction, Wave Broadband - Division Holdings - Concord, CA 2016-2016 . Senior Construction Manager MSI -Mid States Investments - Gothenburg, NE 2013-2016 Program Manager: Fiber and OSP, Allo Telecommunications - North Platte, NE 2011 -2013 . Construction Manager: OSP CopyrightO Government Technology Group (GTG) 2022. All rights reserved. PsgeIR-8