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Area Between SEL and SCE along Halsted This is the proposed area of the Heritage Garden Our proposal makes sustainable additions to the current plan for the site These ideas could also be implemented without the Heritage Garden, or on other campus sites
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Rain, Rain, Go AwaySustainable Landscaping of
Halsted GroveStephanie Gallo
Kyle JacksonIsabel MontoyaKeith Watson
LAS 493, 2013
AmmendmentsOn Tuesday we found out that the Heritage
Garden would most likely not work with us. We have included these changes in our proposal and in this presentation.
AreaBetween SEL and SCE along HalstedThis is the proposed area of the Heritage GardenOur proposal makes sustainable additions to the
current plan for the siteThese ideas could also be implemented without
the Heritage Garden, or on other campus sites
OutlineWater Runoff AnalysisWater BenchEducational Signage
Quantitative Analysis of RunoffWhat is needed:--Map of Heritage Garden or other site--Coefficients --Soil permeability
To calculate, guidance needed from:--Prof. Krishna Reddy--Civil engineering intern
Elements needed for analysis using Heritage Garden as an Example
Site map
Data on permeability
Coefficients
What landscaping changes are needed to achieve zero runoff?
Benefits of quantitative analysis
Runoff analysis addresses Green Fee pillars: 1. Environmental protection: Quantify
reduction in polluted water into Lake Michigan, the primary source of potable water at UIC and in Chicago.
2. Social equity: Take responsibility and manage water onsite at UIC rather than externalizing problem for others to transport and treat.
3. Economic benefits: Reduce costs due to smaller volume of wastewater, putting less stress on overburdened sewer system.
4. Quantitative evidence could spur public policy change (e.g., more equitable sewer utility fees based on demonstrable prevention of runoff).
Water Bench The Design!
This bench would allow rain to be storedSmall holes are equally distributed throughout the
bench that lets water inThe tanks are underneath the bench has an
installed faucet that allows for easily access to the water
It would be aesthetically appealing to students and visitors
BudgetThe estimate budget of the bench would be
$10,000. It is a prototype and it isn’t being mass distributed It would need to be ship internationally
Awareness The bench will bring awareness for the students It would help converse water, bring
independence from relying on city’s supply, and prevent fresh water runoff.
Environmental Protection It helps prevent fresh water runoff that easily
floods during rainstorms on campusIt will prevent flooding that happens frequentlyThe fresh water that will be collected for the
native plants in the Heritage Garden.
Social EqualityCreates a designated area for students to sit
down, relax, learn, and socialize with friendsIt would provide a place for students to admire
the Heritage Gardens in an urban setting
Financial benefits It would avoid further water usage from the city
The Alternative Route Just in case, we can also provide information
about collapsible rain gardensRange in prices from $40 to $120, it will also
provide the same three pillars of sustainability. It would still help the Heritage Gardens Help avoid storm runoff
SignageThere would be signs about all the different
additions to the garden of permeable pavement, bios well, and natural plants.
Two proposed signs: 2'x4' and 3'x4' explaining in brief detail and illustration the implementation and explanation of not only what rain barrels, permeable pavement and the other portions of the garden are but also the significance of what these bring to the UIC campus
Signage Environmental Protection
Informing student and community members about the specific parts of the garden.
Explain how it will help rainwater management on campus
Clarify certain terms and portions of the garden to students and faculty who may not know
Signage Social EquityThe signage would increase awareness of
environmental issues on campusPromote the heritage garden to the UIC
community It will also improve upon the general aesthetic
on that portion of campus.
Signage Economic BenefitLead to campus jobs on maintaining and up
keeping the garden as well as collecting rain water from the barrel
Keeping up with the "UIC Experience.
Signage CostA 3’ x 4’ post and panel, single sided sign
requires 2 posts set in concrete in order for it to last year round.
The sign itself would estimate around $180-500, labor costs are $80 an hour and this type of sign is estimated to take 4-5 hours to install.
Other SectionsPermeable Paving
David suggested adding permeable pavement to the area
This serves as small-scale trial for the rest of campus
Native Plants Joanne suggested planting native species around
the proposed bioswale areas.They assist in penetration and use of rain water
Questions? Comments?