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Community College

GIS 165 Project Management Group Project Project Leader: Crystal Williss

Project Authors: Zach Langston, Madison Musgrave,

Paige Terry, Tammy Zamarripa

Summary -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 Scope ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2 Location #3 Overview ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3 Stakeholders ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4 Park Design ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 5 Risks --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9 Schedule -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12 Budget ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 13 Additional Funding ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 17

Tables

1.1 Suitability ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2 1.2 Risks -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8 1.3 Schedule ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11 1.4 Budget ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12 1.5 Grants ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16 1.6 Sponsorship --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16 1.7 Volunteers ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17

Figures

1.1 Location Overview -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3

Appendices A. Tarzana Nature & Education Center Map

B. Community Garden Design C. Plant Index

Table of Contents

Project Details

Summary

The Tarzana Nature and Education Center Project Proposal is a guide to the creation of a new park located in Los Angeles, California. The objective was to find a suitable site for a park near the Los Angeles River that could be created according to specific requirements that will benefit the community. This proposal will begin by outlining the requirements for the suitability analysis that were given to the GIS team by the Stakeholders. It will then describe the parcel that was chosen by the team, based on the suitability analysis, and give the reasons why this location is considered ideal. The Stakeholders for this project are then discussed as well as their roles. The fourth section of the Proposal details the nine major sections of the park which includes the Neighborhood, the Education Center, the Pond, the Community Garden, the Greenhouse, the Playgrounds, the Equipment, the Trails, and the Landscape. Next is the Risk Assessment section, then the Schedule, and then the Budget that is separated according to park section. Lastly, the Proposal has an Additional Funding Options section. This section has sponsorship ideas as well as descriptions and contact information for various companies, foundations, and groups that offer grants and/or volunteers to help offset the costs of park construction and maintenance.

The GIS team worked throughout the Fall of 2015 to not only locate the area for the park using ArcGIS Software, but also utilized previously unknown software (aceprojects.com), designed the park, researched all aspects of the park, and wrote the project proposal.

In summation, the Tarzana Nature and Education Center Project Proposal tries to detail the GIS team’s vision for a unique and educational park that offers multiple opportunities for fun as well as learning. There will be places for people to get together, to exercise, or to quietly enjoy the native landscaping. Ideally, the park will be used year round and provide many lasting memories for all.

Scope

The main objective of this project was to do a suitability analysis within Los Angeles, California in order to find the ideal location for a new park. Strict requirements of the location included that it be:

• A vacant parcel of at least 1 acre in size • Within the Los Angeles city limits • As close as possible to the Los Angeles River (interpreted to within 0.75 miles) • Not in the vicinity of an existing park (interpreted to 0.25 miles) • In a densely populated neighborhood with an abundance of children • In a lower-income neighborhood (<$50,000/year for a household) • Where as many people as possible can be served

Spatial and Attribute Data were used to funnel the LA vacant parcels into possible locations for the park. Spatial Data regarding the river, existing parks, vacant parcels, roads, and political boundaries were found from the city of LA and during online searches while Attribute Data on population demographics and income came from the U.S. Census website www.census.gov. Using the processing power of a Geographic Information System, this data narrowed possible locations down to five, which were further analyzed in regards to their pros and cons (see table below). Upon assessing the arguments for and against each vacant lot, the GIS team chose Site #3, hereafter called the Tarzana Nature and Education Center location.

Features included will not only have a safe place for children to engage in healthy outdoor play, but also provide fitness equipment, a trail, an education center, and social gathering areas for all ages.

If the site, as well as proper funding for the project can be acquired, then Tarzana Nature and Education Center with serve as a source of needed local enrichment indefinitely.

Table 1.1 Suitability

Location Description

1 Good demographics, but far from LA River. Site has many hills with limited road access.

2 Close to LA River, high percent of children, but low population density. Located next to freeway.

3 Lowest median household income, in the middle of demographic pack. Residential parcel within vacant lot. Site currently used for storage. High voltage power lines adjacent to west.

4 Weak demographics. Currently used as a soccer field.

5 Highest population density, highest 0.25 mile population, access from streets. Site is furthest from the river and crosses the 0.75 mile buffer.

The new Tarzana Nature and Education Center (TNEC) is found at Topham Street and Yolanda Avenue. This location was chosen because it fulfilled all of the requirements. It is a vacant parcel larger than 1 acre in size; approximately 2.3 acres. It is within the Los Angeles city limits; more specifically in the Reseda neighborhood. TNEC is 0.50 miles from the LA River and the nearest existing park is 0.46 miles away. The neighborhood is classified as low-income with the average household income of $34,893. There is a dense population of 8,254 people per square mile, and there is an abundance of children with 30% of the population being under the age of 18. Thus, this location was considered ideal.

Location #3 Overview

Figure 1.1 Location Overview

Within this project there are many stakeholders. The stakeholders can be defined very loosely into 4 categories: the GIS team, Construction, Maintenance, and Park Users. These categories however are all related because without any one of them, the park would not come to fruition.

GIS- Project Manager (PM) and team are responsible for location identification, design, and overseeing all aspects of the park’s implementation. The PM is the main contact for all stakeholders.

Construction- construction workers, creditors, suppliers of construction supplies and suppliers of park equipment

Maintenance- City of LA, LA County, State of CA, City of LA Department of Recreation & Parks

Park Users- local neighborhood residents, local schools, local daycares/afterschool programs

• City of Los Angeles- local jurisdiction, would respond to issues associated with the park, advertise park on city website, host events at park

• Local neighborhood residents (kids & parents)- primary users of the park • Construction workers- job dependent on park construction • Creditors/bank financing the project- revenue dependent on completion of park construction • State of California- regulatory head on park regulations • City of LA Department of Recreation & Parks- park maintenance • LA County- park exists within the county • Planning, Construction, & Maintenance Dept. of LA Parks- park maintenance • Suppliers of construction supplies- revenue dependent on completion of park • Suppliers of park equipment- revenue dependent on completion of park • Local schools- park users • Local daycares/afterschool programs- park users

Stakeholders

Park Design

I. Neighboring Parks

Tarzana Recreation Center (located ½ mile SW Site 3):

Public Information: Tarzana Recreation Center is located at 5655 Vanalden Ave. The main cross streets are Tampa and Hatteras. Our special features include: The Tarzan Park Child Care Center, Basketball Gym, Picnic Area, Playground, Outdoor Basketball Courts, and Baseball Fields. We have a picnic area (available on a first come first served basis).

Facility Features: Barbecue pits, baseball diamond (lighted), basketball courts (lighted/outdoor), children’s play area, indoor gym (without weights), picnic tables, and volleyball courts (lighted).

Reseda Park and Recreation Center (located ½ mile NE of Site 3):

Public Information: The Community Room has a capacity of 200.

Facility Features: Picnic tables, barbecue pits, basketball courts (lighted/outdoor), baseball diamond (lighted), children’s play area, community room, seasonal pool (under construction), tennis courts (lighted), volleyball courts (unlighted).

West Valley Park (located 0.7 miles N of Site 3):

Public Information: This park is unstaffed, unlocked, and open from dawn to dusk.

Facility Features: Children’s play area, picnic tables.

Supulveda Recreation Center (located 1.3 miles E of Site 3):

Public Information: This facility has two indoor gymnasiums; one with a capacity of 150, and the other with a capacity of 350. Either one can be used as an auditorium. The Community Room has a capacity of 70.

Facility Features: Auditorium, baseball diamond (lighted), basketball courts (lighted/indoor), children’s play area, community room, indoor gym (without weights), seasonal pool (outdoor/unheated), and tennis courts (lighted).

*Courtesy of City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks; http://www.laparks.org

II. Education Center

It was decided to sustain a piece of the location’s history by remodeling the 500 square foot house located at 18743 Topham Street in Tarzana, California instead of demolishing it. This home was built in 1925 and it is possible that the house may hold some historic significance. There is also a concern that it can be very difficult to attain demolition permits in the state of California. The decision was made that the kitchen and bathroom will be updated for immediate use and the bedroom and living area will be turned into a large office area for any volunteers/staff to utilize while onsite. The proposed 2000 square foot addition to the house will serve as a small school building. There will be additional inside public restrooms for participants, 2 regular stalls and 1 handicap stall in both the women’s and men’s restroom. The remaining open area will have multiple large tables to use for educational purposes as well as an area dedicated to displays illustrating the parks area of interests plus the native plants and animals in the area. A smartboard will also be available for onsite educational/professional personal to use.

The education center is essential for the success of the Tarzana Nature Center by providing a source area for administrative processes and an educational area where students can come and learn about the environment and how to sustain it. Both of these factors will help to draw in visitors from neighboring schools and increase the overall appeal to the park’s visitors. In addition, the project is ultimately going to clean up the trash and vehicles in the area and make it more aesthetically pleasing to people passing by on the busy road. See the before and after pictures below:

Before After

III. Pond

The pond will be a very important aspect of the Tarzana Nature & Education Center as it will be a unique water feature used to discuss different plants, animals, and water systems that can be directly related to the Los Angeles River. This area will also be used as a soothing and restful place for visitors of all ages to sit and relax. No other park within the 0.25 mile buffer zone has a pond, thus this will set the Tarzana Nature & Education Center apart.

IV. Community Garden

The community vegetable and fruit garden will be a creative learning environment for this community. It will be used to specifically help the youth understand how plants grow, to see different types of fruit, vegetables, and herbs, to learn about composting, and to participate in water-wise, local food production. The garden was designed to give gardeners multiple areas to grow produce. There are two large raised beds as well as four smaller, elevated raised beds that allow for a wheelchair to pull up to it making the garden all-inclusive. The produce of the garden will be consumed on specific community picnic days where everyone in the neighborhood will be invited to come and sample the produce. Any produce not consumed will be donated to the local food bank. Seeds from the produce will also need to be saved and turned into the LA Seed Bank for storing. Being involved in this garden will give the youth a sense of pride as they see what their hard work has accomplished and how everyone enjoys tasting their produce.

V. Greenhouse

A 20’x 20’ Clear Span Clear View Greenhouse from Farmtek.com was selected based on several favorable factors associated with that particular greenhouse. The corrugated, polycarbonate panels allow 88% light transmission, have UV inhibitors to prevent them from degrading and are almost unbreakable. The frame is manufactured from 14 gauge, USA-made, triple-galvanized structural steel tubing and the end framing is strong 16 gauge, steel tubing. The door is constructed of heavy-duty, sliding double doors that are 48"W x 92"H each which make them wide enough to accommodate a wheelchair.

The greenhouse will be attached to an insulated concrete block foundation which will allow for a more efficient thermal energy system. A concrete floor and high clearance grow tables were chosen as better options for handicap accessibility. The greenhouse will be provided with a water efficient misting system, 12.6 watt solar rechargeable power panels, exterior solar powered security lighting and electric cooling and exhaust fans.

The greenhouse is going to support both the community garden and the overall garden by providing a 500 square foot growing area that is in a controlled and protected environment. The garden will be used to assist in replenishment of garden vegetables, fruit trees and the native plant populations located throughout the park. It is going to be a community based greenhouse used to teach students, volunteers and neighbors how to grow their own food and help to sustain the environment.

VII. Equipment

The park equipment is modern with a fun, playful vibe. Our sitting areas create comfortable and attractive modern with a fun, playful vibe. Our sitting areas create comfortable and attractive spaces for conversation, leisure time, meet-and-greets and watching kids play. Each piece is constructed from quality long lasting materials such as cast aluminum and steel, with durable finishes to withstand the elements, heavy use and daily wear. The park is equipped with eight covered grills to promote fire safety by reducing the floating cinders as well as draft vents and 360 degree rotation for heat and smoke control. The covered grills are finished with a high heat, non-toxic, black enamel and come with a 40 inch long pedestal for permanent mounting in-ground.

VIII. Trails

The park will feature a winding trail that skirts the perimeter of the lake and winds through the many features present. It will provide members of the community with a safe place to run, away from traffic and the starting and stopping that occurs when running on the sidewalk.

IX. Landscape

The plants used for landscaping have all been thoroughly researched to include plants that are native, drought resistant, can be used as habitat for small birds and animals, and will provide food for insects, birds, and small animals. By using these plants the Tarzana Nature & Education Center will be more water efficient while helping to restore native ecology to this area to the benefit of the local wildlife.

RISK CONTEXT

RISK RISK PROBABILITY

RISK RANK

CONTROL FOR RISK MONITORING & REVIEW

COMMUNICATION & CONSULATION

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS

Table 1.2 Risks RISK CONTEXT

RISK RISK PROBABILITY

RISK RANK

CONTROL FOR RISK MONITORING & REVIEW

COMMUNICATION & CONSULATION

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS

Park Site Property Damage

Low 13 6ft fencing around site with 2 access gates that are locked during non-work hours, have contact info for local police department/ insurance, Inform stakeholders immediately

Site supervisor/ sub-contractor supervisor check site and equipment daily

Contact project manager immediately, then police, insurance company and stakeholders

Have insurance cards/info at the site, take photos of damage

Park Site Criminal Activity

Low 14 Lock gates during non-work hours, signs stating site is off-limits, contact local police department and ask about patrol within this neighborhood

Site supervisor/ sub-contractor supervisor check site and equipment daily

Contact project manager (PM) immediately, then police, insurance company and stakeholders

Have insurance cards/info at the site, take photos of damage

Park Site Public Access

Moderate 10 Public not allowed within park site, signs on gates stating no access, cones left in open gates during work hours, staff directs public to exit the site

If public won't leave, get site manager to talk with them, use police if necessary

PM

Park Site Contractor Access

Low 11 Gates unlocked by project/site manager every morning and opened with cones placed. Staff to help direct trucks onto/off the site as needed with flags/cones

Site sup. unlocks/locks gate daily, assigns a flagger as needed

Park Site Vehicle Safety

Low 16 All Vehicles must be parked in paved areas with chocks

Site supervisor

Park Site Demolition High 3 PPE worn, no one allowed within 25ft of large equipment during demo, make sure all gas/water/energy off at the house prior to demo

All sups. to maintain safety rules at site, remove personnel not abiding

Safety Procedures Doc

Risks With a large project there are many things that could happen to interfere with the completion of the project. It is best to be as prepared as possible for risks of all forms. Thus the proposal team has compiled the following risks, separated them based on context, listed their probability as well as rank, ways to control risks, how to monitor and review them, and if any supporting documentation will be needed. By being aware of these risks, it is believed that the construction team will be able to avoid or minimize them

Park Site Emergency Situation

High 1 Have someone on site with CPR/First Aid Certification at all times, have info on nearest hospital and protocol on who drives which vehicle to the hospital in an emergency, and on-site access to telephones at all times

All sups. to maintain safety rules at site, remove personnel not abiding

Safety Procedures Doc

Park Site Individual/Equipment Injury

High 2 Wear PPE (safety helmet, vest, glasses, steel toe boots, pants, long sleeve shirt), Put/park all equipment in storage area when not in use, Maintain eye contact with large equipment operators in immediate vicinity, No hand-held equipment left on the ground

All sups. to maintain safety rules at site, remove personnel not abiding

Safety Procedures Doc

Park Site Miscommunication

High 5 Morning meeting done daily to discuss that days assignments/tasks, walkie-talkies used as needed, type up daily tasks completed and email to project manager/stakeholders

Site supervisor leads daily meeting, checks out walkie-talkies, and types up completion emails

PM verify daily meetings/emails sent

Emails and Schedule Doc

Park Site Info. Security

Low 17 Have a lockable office at the Park Site where all documents and maps are kept, equipped with phone, contact list, fax/scanner, walkie talkies, etc.

Key kept by site supervisor

Park Site Equipment Security

Low 16 Have a POD or lockable storage area at the Park Site for all small and hand-held equipment to be locked into when not in use, large equipment to be parked, secured, and keys locked into Park Site Office when not in use

Monitored by site supervisor

RISK CONTEXT

RISK RISK PROBABILITY

RISK RANK

CONTROL FOR RISK MONITORING & REVIEW

COMMUNICATION & CONSULATION

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS

Off-Site/ Office

Schedule Overrun

Moderate 7 Schedule tasks to be completed with a little extra time (hours or a day), Inform Stakeholders immediately

Site and sub-contractor supervisors contact PM asap

Schedule Doc

Off-Site/ Office

Loss of Paperwork/Plans

Low 12 Always have a master version off-site that is updated as needed, by one person, and then sent out to all personnel/stakeholders with updates

IT Email Always have info available at Park Site and Masters/Backups and updating software off-site

Off-Site/ Office

Miscommunication

High 5 Weekly work wrap-up emailed to all personnel/stakeholders, skype meetings for managers/stakeholders bi-weekly, inform all personnel/ stakeholders of task supervisors and contact info, project questions/concerns go to project manager only

Initiated by PM Email, Skype, Phone

Take notes for all meetings, keep all emails/notes/records

Off-Site/ Office

Staffing loss or difficulties

Moderate 10 Multiple people trained for same jobs, sub-contractors staff themselves, everyone hired prior to ground-breaking, all training done prior to ground-breaking, use local staffing agency

HR Online or in-class training

Certifications, notes, books available at Park Site and Off-Site locations.

Off-Site/ Office

Unforeseen risks

High 8 Have a specified Risk Manager on-site, have contact info for local HAZWOPER/ police/fire department/etc.

HR hire Risk Manager and compile contact info

Take notes for all meetings, keep emails/notes/records, take photos, HR keep originals off-site copies on site

Park Site and Off-Site

Disagreements/ Conflict

Low 15 All sups./managers to be trained in mediation practices, company maintains the ability to cancel work relations should physical or constant conflict continue

PM and Site supervisor, HR schedule mediation training

Online or in-class training

Certifications, notes, books available at Park Site and Off-Site locations.

Schedule

Table 1.4 Budget Property Acquisition Name Price Quantity Total Price Description 2 Parcels + House 413,000.00 1 413,000.00 TOTAL 413,000.00 Education Center Budget Name Price Quantity Total Cost Description House Remodel:

Plumbing 2,000.00 entire house 2,000.00 replace old plumbing

Electrical 5,000.00 entire house 5,000.00 replace old wiring

Roof 1400.00/per 200 sq ft entire house 3,700.00 replace w/shingle roof

Carpet 0.78-3.00/sq ft main area 1,000.00 replace old flooring

Paint (int) 30.00/qt 500 sq ft 100.00 paint entire interior

Paint (ext) 1,000.00 500 sq ft 1,000.00 paint entire exterior

TOTAL 11,800.00

New Addition:

New construction 139.00/sq ft Entire structure 278,000.00 2000 sq ft school structure

Large tables 169.00/each 10 tables 1,690.00 72"x 30" recycled plastic picnic tables

Smart screen/board 5,000.00/aver cost 1 5,000.00 New smartboard (2012)

TOTAL 284,690.00 Pond Budget Name Price Quantity Total Price Description Excavation Protective Boundary WW Outlet Structure Erosion Control Street Restoration Direct Cost 4,500.00 4,500.00 Design 10,000.00 10,000.00 Engineering 30,000.00 30,000.00 Construction 85,000.00 estimate 85,000.00 TOTAL 129,500.00

This section covers all foreseeable expenses related to the procurement and construction of the proposed park. These estimates are subject to change as deemed necessary by the project manager. The total amount requested for construction of the Tarzana Nature & Education Center is $2,522,055.97.

Budget

Community Garden Budget Name Price Quantity Total Price Description Western Red Cedar Grand Garden Chalet

999.00 1 999.00 Model # GGC63SR 3ft x 6ft outdoor storage

Gronomics Rustic Elevated Garden Bed

123.99 4 495.96 Model # REGB 24-48 24in x 48in x 32in

Gronomics Raised Garden Bed 197.14 2 394.28 Model # RGBT 48-95 48in x 95in x 19in Gilbert & Bennet Tomato Cage 4.10 8 32.80 Model # 901592A 54in height All Natural Garden Soil for Flowers and Vegetables

6.97 50 348.50 Organic soil 2ft/bag

Fiskars Bypass Pruner 9.97 4 39.88 Model # 91099966J 5.5in. Fiskars Tree Pruner 39.97 1 39.97 Model # 93006966J 14ft. Ames Fiberglass Handle Digging Shovel with Comfort Step

13.97 2 27.94 Model # 25332100 46.5in.

Fiskars Softouch Garden Tool Set (3-Piece)

19.99 4 79.96 Model # 7066935J

Ames 7-Tine Welded Floral Level Rake 13.97 2 27.94 Model # 2916200 Tricam Industries 3 cu ft. Steel Garden Yard Cart

89.97 1 89.97 Model # SC100D2

EarthMinded RainStation 45 gal Recycled Black Rain Barrel with Diverter

79.18 2 158.36 Model # RS45-RC

Melnor 1/2in x 50ft Coil Water Hose 19.97 2 39.94 Model # 983-202 Melnor Midsize Metal Multi-Pattern Gun

5.99 2 11.98 Model # T151-10

Eco Master 120gal Compost Bin 89.99 2 179.98 Model # 628001 Orbis Compost Turner 18.97 1 18.97 Model # HW0059 Viagrow 50 Site Pro Plugs with Tray, Insert, Tall Dome and Heat Mat

45.00 1 45.00 Model # VRRTKIT Seed Starter Kit

Viagrow Super Plugs 21.31 2 42.62 Model # VSSP100 100 Organic Seed Starter Plugs

Outdoor Living Today Western Red Cedar Potting Bench

269.76 1 269.76 Model # PB42 4ft x 2ft

Treegate Spectrum Products Junior Pro 15gal Tree Watering System

21.97 6 131.82 Model # 98185R

Yardgard Galvanized Steel Line Post 11.98 10 119.80 Model # 328923DPT1 5/8in x 8ft 16-Gauge Everbilt Galvanized Steel Welded Wire Fencing

37.98 2 75.96 Model # 308302EB 4ft x 50ft 14-Gauge

Oakland Living Single Arbor with Base 134.77 1 134.77 Model # 5007-HB 88in x 48in Haas Avocado Tree 79.00 2 158.00 Tree for garden Santa Rosa Plum Tree 79.00 1 79.00 Tree for garden Desert Gold Peach Tree 79.00 2 158.00 Tree for garden Trovita Orange Tree 79.00 1 79.00 Tree for garden Seed Library of Los Angeles 10.00

membership fee

1 for lifetime membership

10.00 Seeds for garden and landscaping; membership required to receive seeds.

Olla Water System 19.00 8 152.00 Style B1 3/4 quart round 5in wide x 7in high Olla Water System 36.00 6 216.00 Style Y1 1/2 gallon round 7in wide x 8in high TOTAL 4,657.16 Advise to budget 5,000.00 for the garden

Greenhouse Budget Name Price Quantity Total Cost Description Greenhouse 5,035.00 1 5,035.00 20' x 20’ x 10.7'

Electricity 135.00 5 675.00 Solar panels for lighting

Raised beds/Propagation Area 369.00 2 738.00 Benches 10” x 6”

Automatic Irrigation 71.00/3.00 1/20 131.00 Watering kit and pvc pipe

Automatic Ventilation and Shutters 475.00 1 of each 475.00 Exhaust fan and intake shutter

Concrete Block Foundation 1.75 60 105.00 8"x 8"x 16" concrete blocks

Grow Lights 125.00 8 1,000.00 CFL full spectrum lights

Rain Barrel 164.00 1 164.00 50 gal rain barrel, spigot and diverter

Concrete floor 5.00/sq ft 400 sq ft 2,000.00 Handicap access

Thermostat 95.00 2 190.00 Dual voltage/waterproof

Security Lighting 140.00 8 1,120.00 Solar light kit

Cooling 70.00 2 140.00 12" hanging circulation fan

Electricity 1,000.00 n/a 1,000.00 Wiring for an electrical line

TOTAL 12,773.00 Playground Budget Name Price Quantity Total Price Description Challengers Super Fun Fort 103,932.00 1 103,932.00 http://playworldsystems.com

Size: 43’11” x 44’8” x 18’0” Challengers Topsy Turvy 26,531.00 1 26,531.00 http://playworldsystems.com

Size: 30’4” x 18’5” x 14’10” Activo Bambino Playville 30,137.00 1 30,137.00 http://playworldsystems.com

Size:20’7” x 27’11” x 11’2” Challengers Super Fun Fort Flooring 26,253.00 1 26,253.00 Size: 60’ x 60’ Challengers Topsy Turvy Flooring 10, 938.75 1 10, 938.75 Size: 50’ x 30’ Activo Bambino Playville Flooring 13,126.50 1 13,126.50 Size: 45’ x 40’ Welcome sign for exercise equipment 973.00 1 973.00 Size: 1’4” x 0’5” x 6’1” Station 1 3,826.00 1 3,826.00 Static and Dynamic Stretches.

Size: 9’10” x 6’0” x 7’7” Station 1 Flooring 561.52 1 561.52 Flooring size: 11’ x 7’ Station 2 3,318.00 1 3,318.00 Pulling, Back, Angle Bar & Hurdle Exercises.

Size: 15’6” x 16’5” x 6’9” Station 2 Flooring 2,231.51 1 2,231.51 Flooring size: 18’ x 17’ Station 3 2,764.00 1 2,764.00 Squat, Dip, Push-Up & Balance Exercises.

Size: 12’5” x 9’8” x 6’9” Station 3 Flooring 1,123.05 1 1,123.05 Flooring size: 14’ x 11’ Station 4 2,721.00 1 2,721.00 Power & Agility Step Exercises.

Size: 3’10” x 6’9” x 6’9” Station 4 Flooring 291.70 1 291.70 Flooring size: 8’ x 5’ Station 5 3,113.00 1 3,113.00 Core, Torso & Balance Disc Exercises.

Size: 8’9” x 2’8” x 6’9” Station 5 Flooring 320.87 1 320.87 Flooring size: 11’ x 4’ TOTAL 221,224.15

Equipment Budget Name Price Quantity Total Price Description Picnic table 886.00 6 $5,316.00 Product: #ZZXX1460 Picnic Table (Handicapped accessible) 1,271.00 5 $6,355.00 Product: #ZZXX1458 Park Bench 1,478.00 17 25,126.00 Product: #ZZXX1624 Covered Grill 516.00 8 4,128.00 Product: ECG1929 Trash receptacle 660.00 16 $10,560.00 Product: #ZZXX1627 Portable Restroom 672.00 5 $3,360.00 Product: PJN3-1000 Bike Rack 509.00 5 $2,545.00 Product: #ZZXX1642 Light fixture 1,103.00 22 24,266.00 (4 Brick 12 LED Large Parking Lot Fixtures) Chain Link Fence 21.83/foot 1356 29,601.48 Item #: 578409 Pathway 196.74/foot 5702.4 1,121,890.18 Refined crushed gravel TOTAL 1,233,147.66 Landscape Budget Name Price Quantity Total Price Description Gardens 4 the Soul Estimate 1 20,000.00 Landscape Contractors Ramy's Nursery Estimate 1 5,000.00 Native Plants TOTAL 25,000.00 Maintenance Budget Name Price Quantity Total Price Description Teaching 9,360.00

per person 2 18,720.00 2 employees with approximately 520 work

hours per person per year at a cost of $18.00 per hour. Approximately 10 hours per week per person. This could also be an internship for students in teaching and/or science degrees.

Janitorial 2,730.00 per person

2 5,460.00 2 employees with approximately 364 total work hours per year at a cost of $15.00 per hour. For Education Center only. Approximately 7 hours per week (1.5 hours/day Mon-Fri).

Gardening/Landscaping 9,360.00 1 9,360.00 1 employee with approximately 520 work hours per year at a cost of $18.00 per hour. Employee will be a part of the teaching team, but only focus on the garden, greenhouse, and sustaining the native landscaping.

Electricity 2,500.00 Los Angeles Department of Water and Power https://www.ladwp.com

Water 2,000.00 Los Angeles Department of Water and Power https://www.ladwp.com

Supplies 1,000.00 Education center and restroom supplies, replacement of small gardening items, nuts and bolts of equipment, seeds, replacement landscaping, etc.

Waste Disposal $102.00/ month; taxes may apply

1,224.00 Waste Management: 2 cubic yard dumpster that holds up to 400lbs. https://www.wm.com

Miscellaneous 2,500.00 Fill earth for the trail in the spring and any other expenditures that will not fit in any of the above categories.

TOTAL 42,764.00 Extras Budget Name Price Quantity Total Price Description Basic Laboratory Inc. Estimate 1 2,500.00 Soil testing for garden Boundary Fence Installation 21.83 1 30,000.00 Perimeter fence Paving/Striping 1 111,000.00 Parking lot and access road TOTAL 143,500.00

Table 1.5 Grants Name Funding Amount Contact Person Contact Information Notes CA Water Conservation Funding Program

5,000.00 Brian Barreto 8657 Grand Ave., Rosemead, CA 91770 brian.barreto@amwater.com

www.amwater.com/caaw/ensuring-water-quality/environmental-grants-program.html

Los Angeles Co. Regional Park and Open Space District

Varies Program Manager Malaisha (Misha) Hughes

510 South Vermont Ave., Room 230, Los Angeles, CA 90020-1975 mhughes@parks.lacounty.gov 213-738-2119

Submit an application specifically for new park creation and then submit an application for new park maintenance and servicing costs; both found on website.

Greenfields Outdoor Fitness – Go Greenfields Grants

Varies, they match 50% of equipment price

grants@greenfieldsfitness.com 888-315-9037

Submit application by November 15, 2015

Keep America Beautiful

1010 Washington Blvd., Stamford, CT 06901 awards@kab.org 203-659-3000

Include photos with application

Table 1.6 Sponsorship Idea Possible Sponsors Contact Person Contact Information Notes Donate a Bench or Tree Program

All Reseda Businesses Owners http://www.americantowns.com/ca/reseda-make-a-difference

Local Home Depot 7870 Van Nuys Blvd., Panorama City, CA 818-373-0046

This is the location where the garden bought its supplies

ArizonaPottery.com ArizonaPottery.com This is where the garden bought the ollas Gardens 4 the Soul 163 Sierra Ave.,

Moorpark, CA 93021 805-517-1971

This is the landscaping company used

The Tarzana Nature & Education Center will require a large monetary investment from the city of Los Angeles, however there are other options that may help alleviate some of the total amount. This section of the proposal includes specific information regarding grant opportunities, sponsorship ideas, and volunteer possibilities. The grants listed, if awarded to TNEC, could help offset costs totaling tens of thousands of dollars. The sponsorship ideas could raise hundreds, if not thousands of dollars. Lastly, having volunteers help setup sections of TNEC would build community support as well as pride and possibly lead to the community taking an active role in the maintenance of the park, protection of the equipment and buildings and allow the community to have a sense of ownership of this beautiful space

Additional Funding Options

Table 1.7 Volunteers Name Contact Name Contact Information Tasks Notes Grover Cleveland High School

8140 Vanalden Ave., Reseda, CA 91335 818-885-2300

Plant landscaping, garden and greenhouse setup, and trail building

Volunteering has a positive impact on scholarship and college applications and the students will learn about ecology

Volunteers of America 3600 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1500, Los Angeles, CA 90010 213-389-1500 scovington@voala.org

Education Center setup, plant landscaping, garden and greenhouse setup, and trail building

Since 1896 Volunteers of America Greater Los Angeles has provided a diverse range of human services throughout the community www.voa.org

California Environmental Health Association

5042 Wilshire Blvd. #23583, Los Angeles, CA 90036 866-574-7424 support@ceha.org

Design of Education Center and teaching materials

CEHA is a non-profit association committed to providing for the professional growth and development of the environmental health professional. We are primarily an organization of volunteers dedicated to the environmental health profession, which includes the protection of public health and the environment.

Communities for a Better Environment

Southern CA Office

6325 Pacific Blvd. Ste. 300, Huntington Park, CA 90255 323-826-9771 www.cbecal.org

Debris cleanup prior to construction, plant landscaping, garden and greenhouse setup, and trail building

Contact their Clean Up, Go Green Program

Americantowns.com Jim Maglione 43 Ruane Street, Fairfield, CT 06824 203-256-3390 jim@americantowns.com

Debris cleanup prior to construction, plant landscaping, garden and greenhouse setup, and trail building

Plan a community volunteer day for the Reseda locals and post it on this website