Services from School Site Solutions
School Site Solutions, Inc. (SSS) provides construction program management services. The SSS construction program management team works closely with owners, architects, engineers, and other construction consultants to provide seamless integration between all stages of the construction process. From concept or pre-construction to project closeout, the SSS construction management team provides proactive problem-solving solutions for any construction program. We strive to bring the Local Educational Agency's (LEA) project in on time and on budget.
Site Acquisition Oversight
We provide dynamic project management, facilitating cooperation between all members of the project team. Highly organized, our consultants strive to provide both valuable and timely services. We specialize in the identification and analysis of potential sites based on environmental, health and safety and other constraints. We also coordinate property appraisals and assist in purchase negotiation with developers or individual owners.
- Potential Site Identification
- Alternative Sites Analysis
- Coordinate Property Appraisals
- Assist in Purchase Negotiation
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Compliance
CEQA Flyer
[PDF*, 958 KB]Following is a list of how SSS can help a LEA achieve CEQA compliance:
- SSS works with the LEA and Project Architect to develop a comprehensive project description for analysis.
- If appropriate, we complete and file a Notice of Exemption with appropriate exemption criteria; otherwise, we complete the Initial Study checklist and accompanying analysis pursuant to CEQA Guidelines.
- Our team facilitates coordination with local agencies regarding potential environmental impacts and/or mitigation measures.
- We identify and coordinate appropriate subconsultants as needed for specialized studies (e.g., Traffic Impact Analysis).
- With the LEA, we coordinate the public and agency review of the Draft CEQA document and file the Notice of Completion.
- We prepare a comprehensive response in the Final CEQA document for adoption.
- Prior to the Board of Education adoption meeting, we prepare Board packets and all resolutions necessary for CEQA adoption according to CDE standards.
- For project close-out, we prepare and file the Notice of Determination.
- As appropriate, our team coordinates community outreach meetings.
California Department of Education (CDE) Site & Plan Approvals
CDE Site Approval
- Coordinate Field Site Review (SFPD Form 4.0)
- Review and Provide Recommendations on Health and Safety Studies
- Department of Transportation, Division of Aeronautics Reviews
- SFPD Forms 4.02 and 4.03
- Contingent and Final Site Approvals
CDE Plan Approval
- Plan Review for Title 5 Compliance
- SFPD Forms 4.07 and 4.08
- Self-Certification Process
- Educational Specification
State School Facility Program Eligibility and Funding Applications
- State Charter School Program Applications
- Facility Hardship Applications
- Project Documentation and Fiscal Organization for OPSC Project Audit Closeout and Budget Tracking
- DSA/OPSC Project Closeouts/Title 24 Compliance
- Office of Public School Construction (OPSC) Regulation and Policy
Federal Funding Program Applications
Department of Toxic Substances Control Site Clearance
- Environmental Oversight Program
- DTSC/EPA Grant Procurement
- Coordinate Scoping Meetings and site visits
- Identify Recognized Environmental Conditions (RECs)
- Public Notices and Public Hearings
- School/Voluntary Cleanup Agreements (SCA/VCA)
- Community Profiles
Master and Community Planning
- Assistance in the determination of OPSC eligibility
- 5-Year Master Plans
- Dwelling Unit Analysis
- Site Designation in Specific Plans and Community Plans
- Coordination with City and County Planning Departments
School Site Closures
School Facility Legislative Advocacy
Program and Project Management Services