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The tactical training Center’s proposed new force-on-force training center, is projected to have approximately 7,500 square feet interior training space, consisting of two floors and a usable rooftop with are reconfigurable for variety of scenarios.
ContactThis structure will allow Academy Recruits, Deputies, and Tactical Units to train in a safe environment while responding to basic calls for service, active shooter scenarios, and tactical responses.
Tactical units such as the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team will train for serving high-risk search warrants, hostage and barricade situations, crisis entry, night vision operations rappelling, and door breaching.
The exterior of the structure is designed to simulate a variety of structures including commercial business, motels, apartments or even a church or school facility.
The interior structure’s tracked moveable wall system allows the interior spaces to be altered with minimal downtime to suit the individual training objectives. Additionally, the building will have both an internal and external stairwell to mimic the variety of the structures deputies encounter in the field.
We are profoundly grateful for the generosity of individuals, families, and foundations who share our vision and make our mission possible.
Argyros Family Foundation
Samueli Foundation
Laura Khouri & Michael K. Hayde
Lisa Argyros
Stephanie Argyros
and our cherished anonymous donors
Janet & Carl Nolet Jr.
Johnson Family Foundation
Bertea Family
WCM Investment Management
Rancho Mission Viejo, LLC
Glenys & Jim Slavik
Paul Schroeder
Pam & Jim Muzzy
Podlich Family Foundation
John Ginger
Britt & Bob Meyer
Deanna & Scott O’Brien
Lis Nielsen
Armstrong Family Foundation
Dirk Family Foundation
Nina & Ethan Kay
The Gianulias Family
Mike Harrah
Nelson Family
Mindy & Glenn Stearns
Steve Greinke
KPRS
Olson Family
Meet the project team working on the S.T.A.R. Facility
Rob Plavajka
Rob Plavajka
Rob Plavajka has 38 years of in-depth construction experience, working from field to office.
In addition to being an experienced Project Executive and Vice President, Rob has successfully managed projects in both the public and private sectors—Multi-family, Senior Housing, Senior Care Facilities, Class A Office Buildings, Retail Development, Single Family Homes, and Capital Improvements.
Through his commitment to excellence and dedication to professionalism, Rob has continued to exceed industry standards by forming strong professional partnerships based on integrity, ingenuity, and reliability.
Hunter Mensinger
Hunter Mensinger
Hunter Mensinger has been with Balsa Construction for over 3 years as an Assistant Project Manager. In this role, he assists with project planning, project buyouts, contract administration, client and subcontractor communications, and oversees the execution of project documents from conception to completion. His experience includes commercial and medical office tenant improvements, shopping centers, multi-family communities, and residential home renovations.
Hunter’s role for the S.T.A.R. Facility will be as the Assistant Project Manager on the BALSA Construction Management team.
Nick Espinoza
Project Manager
Nick Espinoza
Project Manager
As Project Manager, Nick will fully understand the client’s objectives and programs. His general responsibilities will include assuring efficient, timely and complete communications amongst the entire project team, implementing policies and procedures for project execution in regards to scheduling, documentation, and management of subcontractors, suppliers, quality control and assurance. Nick will plan and review the Construction Program with the Senior Project Manager, implementing record keeping procedures and preparing the construction monthly reports, subcontractors scope of work and work order requests. He will examine all drawings, specifications and other documentation for design completeness, constructability, practical and economic details, as well as code compliance and in turn will bring forward these inconsistencies to the attention of the approved.
Tony Herrera
Superintendent
Tony Herrera
Superintendent
As superintendent, Tony’s responsibilities include the supervision of the field construction of the project, including its organization, planning, coordination, scheduling, quality control and safety concerns in order to ensure proper delivery to the client. He will work with the Project Manager for project execution in regards to information flow, approvals, reporting, recording, and filing applications for payment. Tony will work with the project Manager to maintain document control, document distribution, document recordation. He will implement record keeping procedures such as daily reports, safety checklists, collaborate with KPRS management and personnel to prevent project problems, monitor subcontractor schedules, assist in the preparation of project schedule, and establish good relations and communications with all organizations and individuals involved on the project.
Vanessa Van Deudekom
Project Manager
Vanessa Van Deudekom
Project Manager
As project manager, Vanessa will fully understand the client’s objectives and programs. She will ensure efficient, timely and complete communications amongst the entire project team, implementing policies and procedures for project execution in regards to scheduling, documentation, and management of subcontractors, suppliers, quality control and assurance. Vanessa will plan and review the Construction Program with the Senior Project Manager, implementing record keeping procedures and preparing the construction monthly reports, subcontractors scope of work and work order requests. She will examine all drawings, specifications and other documentation for design completeness, constructibility, practical and economic details, as well as code compliance. Vanessa will be available to the Client/Architect/Engineer and the KPRS team as the requirements of the project dictates.
Adam Cendejas
Project Engineer
Adam Cendejas
Project Engineer
As Project Engineer, Adam reports directly to the Project manager. His responsibilities include managing all the matters relating to engineering policies and procedures in regards to document control, distribution and recordation. He implements temporary facilities services, and handles all job labor relations, Adam will schedule and expedite the delivery of materials and equipment furnished by the subcontractors and assumes responsibility for their timely on-site delivery; he initiates and records weekly subcontractor coordination meetings, documents, records and distributes all RFIs, Submittals, Drawing Changes, and other pertinent documents. He will assist the project superintendent in implementing the quality control process maintained throughout the project and have a comprehensive knowledge of all contract and subcontract documents.
