HomeMy WebLinkAboutStatewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Program Application Guide
January 22, 2019
State of California Department of Parks and Recreation
Office of Grants and Local Services
DEPARTMENT MISSION
The mission of the California Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) is to provide
for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to
preserve the state’s extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural
and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT DIVISION MISSION
Encouraging healthy communities by connecting people to parks, supporting innovative
recreational opportunities, embracing diversity, fostering inclusivity, and delivering
superior customer service, with integrity for the enrichment of all.
THE OFFICE OF GRANTS AND LOCAL SERVICES (OGALS) MISSION
To address California’s diverse recreational, cultural and historical resource needs by
developing grant programs, administering funds, offering technical assistance, building
partnerships, and providing leadership through quality customer service.
OGALS VISION GOALS
Proactive in meeting California’s park and recreation needs through innovative
grant programs and customer service.
Commitment to providing quality customer service in every interaction and
transaction as honest, knowledgeable, and experienced grant administrators.
Sensitive to local concerns while mindful of prevailing laws, rules, and
regulations.
Responsive to the needs of applicants, grantees, non -profit organizations, local
governments, tribes, and legislative members, as partners working to improve
the quality of life for all Californians by creating new parks and recreation
opportunities.
Cover images of parks created by this program:
Top to bottom, Noyo Headlands Park in Fort Bragg, Boedekker Park in San Francisco (photo by Jeremy Beeton,
courtesy of The Trust for Public Land). Inspiration Park in Fresno, Bryce E. Haynes Park in San Bernardino, Serenity
Park in Watts, and Rancho Las Flores Park in Coachella.
APPLICATION PACKAGE
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Welcome to the Statewide Park Development and
Community Revitalization Program (SPP)
FOREWORD
Since 1965, statewide grants administered by OGALS created and improved over 7,400
parks. We look forward to continuing this legacy with grantees to improve the quality of
life for communities throughout California.
Parks are unique places where children can play, families and friends bond, people
exercise, seniors socialize, youth are mentored, cultures are celebrated, and everyone
connects with nature. For these reasons and more, vibrant parks funded by this
program will create humane and healthier communities. Building successful parks in
underserved communities is “a work of art.” SPP embraces meaningful engagement
with local residents where park designs represent each community’s unique recreation
needs and creativity.
SPP is the largest park related grant program in California’s history and possibly U.S.
history, with over $1 billion in funding between the 2018 Prop. 68 and 2006 Prop. 84
Bond Acts. To record the legacy of this program, “before and after” site photos will be
featured at parksforcalifornia.org. Thank you for your interest.
APPLICATION GUIDE
Use these guidelines to plan and submit the grant application. The SPP Team is
committed to give technical assistance, taking pride in being approachable and
informative. Contact information and program updates are at parks.ca.gov/spp.
SEND APPLICATIONS TO :
Street Address for Overnight Mail:
Calif. Dept. of Parks and Recreation
Office of Grants and Local Services
1416 Ninth Street, Room 918
Sacramento, CA 95814
Mailing Address:
Calif. Dept. of Parks and Recreation
Office of Grants and Local Services
P.O. Box 942896
Sacramento, CA 94296-0001
MAIN LINE: (916) 653-7423
PROGRAM WEBSITE S : parks.ca.gov/spp | parksforcalifornia.org/communit ies
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Revitalizing Communities Statewide
Before
Before
Before
Before
After
After
After
After
After
Before
Before
After
Serenity Park – Watts Rancho Las Flores – Coachella
Noyo Headlands – Fort Bragg
Inspiration Park – Fresno Bryce E. Haynes Park – San Bernardino
Boedekker Park – San Francisco
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Intent 4
Legacy 4
Eligible Applicants 4
Types of Projects 4
Grant Amount Per Application 6
Amount Available Per Round 7
Application Deadline for Each Round 7
Application Process 7
Grant Administration Process 8
II. Application Package
Checklist 11
1. Application Form 12
2. Project Selection Criteria 14
3. Community FactFinder Report and Handbook Form 33
4. Resolution 35
5. Grant Scope/Cost Estimate Form 37
6. Funding Sources 40
7. Project Timeline Form 42
8. Applicant Capacity 45
9. CEQA Compliance and Certification Form 46
10. Project Site Ownership, Acquisition, or Lease 48
11. Concept Level Site Plan 49
12. Photos and Copyright Agreement Form 49
13. Project Location Map 51
14. Non-Profit Applicant Requirements 51
15. Corps Consultation Process 51
III. Eligible Costs
Acquisition, Pre-Construction, Construction 52
Ineligible Costs 55
IV. Appendices
Technical Assistance for Applicants 56
Project Selection Criteria Guidance 57
Definitions for All Words and Terms in SMALL CAPS 70
Words and terms in SMALL CAPS are defined in the back of this guide.
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I. PROGRAM OVERVIEW
INTENT
Statewide Park Program (SPP) competitive grants will create NEW PARKS and NEW
RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES in CRITICALLY UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES across
California.
Proposition 68 Funding
$650,275,000 will be distributed throughout multiple ROUNDS.
Use this Application Guide for each ROUND.
LEGACY
Previously, Proposition 84 (2006 Bond Act) funded two ROUNDS :
$2.9 billion was requested. $368 million was awarded.
Over one hundred new parks were created and twenty existing parks were
improved throughout California.
SPP legislation is found in Public Resources Code §§5640 through 5653.
Proposition 68 (2018 Bond Act) continues this program’s legacy.
ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS
Cities
Counties
DISTRICTS (as defined on page 71)
JOINT POWERS AUTHORITIES (one member of the JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY
must be either an eligible DISTRICT , City, or County)
NON -PROFITS with 501(c)(3) status
TYPES OF PROJECTS
A PROJECT must involve either DEVELOPMENT or a combination of ACQUISITION and
DEVELOPMENT to:
1. Create a NEW PARK , or
2. EXPAND an EXISTING PARK , or
3. RENOVATE an EXISTING PARK
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All PROJECT S must create or RENOVATE at least one RECREATION FEATURE . Examples
of RECREATION FEATURES include but are not limited to the following:
RECREATION FEATURES (eligible examples)
ACQUISITION of land:
Combined with DEVELOPMENT of a NEW RECREATION FEATURE .
OR
Already has a RECREATION FEATURE for public use at close of escrow.
Aquatic center, swimming pool, splash pad, fishing pier or paddling launch site
Amphitheater/performing arts dance, music, and theater stage
Athletic fields (soccer regulation or “futbol-rapido”, baseball, softball, football,
etc.)
Athletic courts (basketball, “futsal”, tennis, pickleball, etc.)
Community gardens, botanical or demonstration gardens and orchards
Community/Recreation center (only if it will be in or ADJACENT to a PARK )
Dog park
Jogging and walking loop, par course, running track
Non-motorized trail, pedestrian/bicycle bridge, greenbelt/linear PARK
Outdoor gym exercise equipment (stations fixed into ground)
Open space and natural area for public recreation use
Picnic/Bar-B-Que areas
Playground and tot lot
Plaza, Zocalo, Gazebo
Public art (mosaic tiles, sculptures, murals)
Skate park, skating rink, and BMX or pump track (non-motorized bike tracks)
Lighting to allow for extended night time use of a RECREATION FEATURE
Shade structure/COVER ED PARK areas over a RECREATION FEATURE to allow for
extended day time use
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MAJOR SUPPORT AMENITIES (eligible examples)
A PROJECT may also include MAJOR SUPPORT AMENITIES such as:
Restroom building, snack shack
Parking lot, staging area, pathway for access to a RECREATION FEATURE
Landscaping or lighting that will be constructed throughout the PARK
APPLICATIONS where the majority of the TOTAL PROJECT COST is for a MAJOR
SUPPORT AMENITY will be less competitive. PROJECTS should create a NEW
RECREATION OPPORTUNITY (S ) as the primary goal.
A PPLICATIO NS only for MAJOR SUPPORT AMENITIES are ineligible; a PROJECT must
create or RENOVATE at least one RECREATION FEATURE .
GRANT AMOUNT PER APPLICATION
Maximum grant request per APPLICATION /PARK : $8,500,000
Minimum grant request per APPLICATION/PARK: $200,000
One PARK = One Application:
Each PARK requires its own, separate APPLICATION . Only one APPLICATION , requesting
up to $8.5 million, may be submitted for the same PARK in the same ROUND .
Multiple PARKS = Multiple Applications :
An APPLICANT may submit multiple APPLICATIONS for different PARKS . An APPLICANT
can potentially receive multiple GRANT awards that total more than $8.5 million in the
same ROUND . There is no cap to the amount of grants an APPLICANT may receive per
ROUND .
No M atch R equired :
The GRANT by itself may fund the entire PROJECT .
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AMOUNT AVAILABLE PER ROUND
$650,275,000 will be split into multiple ROUNDS as shown below:
Round State Budget APPROPRIATION
DATE = Start of GRANT
PERFORMANCE PERIOD
Amount Available
2019 ROUND July 1, 2018 (APPROPRIATION DATE )
G RANT P ERFORMANCE P ERIOD :
July 1, 2018 – June 30, 2022
$254,942,000
Future ROUND (s)
See parks.ca.gov/spp
for future funding
announcements
Future State Budget(s) will
determine APPROPRIATION DATE (s)
$395,333,000
Total: $650,275,000*
A minimum of 20% of funds available (at least $134,125,000 of the $650,275,000) will
fund PROJECTS that EXPAND or RENOVATE EXISTING PARKS .
*Of the total $650,275,000, a minimum of 2% ($13,005,500) and no more than
5% ($32,513,750) will fund COMMUNITY ACCESS PROGRAMS through a separate
competitive application process. See parks.ca.gov/cap.
APPLICATION DEADLINE F OR EACH ROUND
The APPLICATION deadline will be unique for each ROUND of SPP and will be
announced at parks.ca.gov/spp.
APPLICATION PROCESS
1. Review the “Competitive Chart” at parks.ca.gov/spp.
The “Competitive Chart” is an important technical assistance tool that outlines
what needs to be prioritized and considered for a competitive SPP APPLICATION .
2. Review this guide to understand the competitive APPLICATION requirements in more
detail.
3. Participate in the extensive technical assistance methods such as APPLICATION
workshops and contacting OGALS SPP experts. See page 56 for a complete list.
4. Review the GRANT ADMINISTRATION GUIDE , including CONTRACT provisions, to
understand the requirements if the competitive APPLICATION is selected for funding.
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5. Send the APPLICATIO N to OGALS postmarked by the application deadline
announced at parks.ca.gov/spp. APPLICATION submittal instructions are found on
page 10.
6. As another form of technical assistance, APPLICANTS may be advised to correct or
complete documents after the APPLICATION is submitted.
Exception: Project Selection Criteria (pages 14– 31) responses must be
complete by the APPLICATION deadline. Revisions will not be accepted.
7. The competitive APPLICATION (S ) will be evaluated and ranked based on Project
Selection Criteria responses. GRANT award decisions will be announced
approximately five months after the application deadline. APPLICANTS will receive
either a GRANT award or GRANT denial letter.
GRANT ADMINISTRATION PROCESS AND PERFORM ANCE PERIOD
1. APPLICANTS who receive a grant award letter from OGALS must attend a
mandatory GRANT ADMINISTRATION workshop.
2. After the mandatory workshop, OGALS will send a CONTRACT to the
APPLICANTS .
3. After a signed CONTRACT is returned and signed by the State, the APPLICANT
becomes a GRANTEE . The GRANTEE will receive a deed restriction/grant
notice to record on the title to the property if the GRANTEE owns the land. The
deed restriction/grant notice refers to the CONTRACT that requires GRANTEES
to ensure operation and maintenance of the PROJECT SITE for 30 years.
4. The GRANT PERFORMANCE PERIOD starts with the APPROPRIATION DATE . If
the grant is awarded, PRE -CONSTRUCTION COSTS dating back to the
APPROPRIATION DATE may be reimbursed.
5. PROJECT COMPLETION is at least three months before the end of the GRANT
PERFORMANCE PERIOD .
6. Send the final payment request to OGALS at least three months before the
end of the GRAN T PERFORMANCE PERIOD . This gives time for OGALS to
review the payment documents, conduct a final site inspection, and process
the final payment through the State Controller’s Office.
7. The CONTRACT requires GRANTEES to ensure operation and maintenance of
the PROJECT SITE for 30 years. The 30-year period begins with the
APPROPRIATION DATE .
8. Each ROUND will have a unique GRANT PERFORMANCE PERIOD based on the
APPROPRIATION DATE . Dates for each round will be posted at
parks.ca.gov/spp.
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Community Park Beautification
From blighted land to a vibrant park with soccer and play areas.
Shown above: Vacant land before, becomes Benito Juarez Park, after.
A restroom’s exterior is enhanced to tell the community’s story.
Left: Noyo Headlands Park, before. Right: Noyo Headlands Park, after.
Before
After After
After Before
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II. Application Package
This section (pages 10 to 52) provides detailed guidance to complete the APPLICATION .
As a reminder, each PROJECT SITE requires its own separate APPLICATION .
Please follow these five instructions to prepare the APPLICATION .
1. Use the Application Checklist on the next page to organize the APPLICATION .
Checklist items 1-13 are required for all APPLICATIONS .
Checklist item 14 is only required for NON -PROFIT APPLICANTS .
Checklist item 15 is required for APPLICANTS who choose to follow the
Conservation Corps Consultation Process.
If an item is pending, submit a placeholder that describes the next steps for
completion with dates. The Project Selection Criteria (Checklist item 2) must be
complete by the APPLICATION deadline.
2. Provide a Table of Contents based on the Checklist on the next page and number
all pages (handwritten page numbers are acceptable).
Include “dividers with tabs” that separate and label each Checklist item within the
A PPLICATION . Please do not send the APPLICATION in a binder. Only use a
binder clip or folder.
3. Send only the items requested in the Checklist. Do not send supplementary
materials, such as PowerPoint presentations or letters of support.
4. Send one unbound APPLICATION for each PROJECT SITE .
Please keep at least one copy for your records. OGALS may request an
electronic copy. Original signatures are not required.
5. Send the APPLICATION using the mailing address on page 1 of this guide.
The APPLICATION must be postmarked or hand-delivered on or before the ROUND ’S
APPLICATION due date announced at parks.ca.gov/spp.
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APPLICATION C HECKLIST
Use the checklist below to organize the APPLICATION . Directions and forms for each
Checklist item can be found on the page number listed below.
APPLICATION Item
Application
Guide Page
Number
Signed by
Authorized
Representative
1. Application Form Pg. 12
2. Project Selection Criteria Pg. 14 N/A
3. Community FactFinder Report and Handbook
Form Pg. 33
4. Resolution Pg. 35 N/A
5. Grant Scope/Cost Estimate Form Pg. 37
6. Funding Sources Form Pg. 39
7. Project Timeline Form Pg. 42
8. Applicant Capacity Pg. 45 N/A
9. California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
Compliance Form Pg. 46
10. Project Site Ownership, Acquisition, or Lease Pg. 48 N/A
11. Concept Level Site Plan Pg. 49 N/A
12. Photos and Copyright License Agreement Pg. 49 N/A
13. Project Location Map Pg. 51 N/A
14. NON -PROFIT APPLICANT Requirements
(only for NON -PROFIT APPLICANTS ) Pg. 51 N/A
15. CONSERVATION CORPS Consultation Review
(optional)
Pg. 51 N/A
PROJECT APPLICATION FORM (CHECKLIST #1)
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PROJECT APPLICATION FORM (CHECKLIST #1)
A “fillable” APPLICATION Form is available at parks.ca.gov/spp.
The AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE will certify on this form that the information
contained in the APPLICATION packet is accurate.
For the “Project Site Name and Physical Address”, if a physical address is not available,
please provide the latitude and longitude coordinates according to Google maps.
People to List on the Form:
The “AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE ” is the position that signs all forms in the
APPLICATION packet.
The “Application Contact” is the day-to-day administrator who can answer
detailed questions about the PROJECT and documents in the APPLICATION .
The “Grant Contact” will be the lead contact for GRANT administration if it is
selected for funding. The “Application” and “Grant” contact may be the same
person.
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State of California – The Natural Resources Agency
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
Statewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Program of 2018
PROJECT APPLICATION FORM
PROJECT NAME
REQUESTED GRANT AMOU NT $ _____________________
OTHER FUNDING SOURCE S $ _____________________
TOTAL PROJECT COST $ _____________________
PROJECT SITE NAME and PHYSICAL
ADDRESS where project is located
(including zip code)
PROJECT SITE OWNERSH IP
( all that apply)
Owned in fee simple by APPLICANT
Proposed Acquisition of ____ acres
Available (or will be available) under a _________year lease
or easement
TURN -K EY Project
NEAREST CROSS STREET S
COUNTY OF PROJECT LO CATION
APPLICANT NAME (entity applying for the grant) and MAILING ADDRESS
AUTHORIZED REPRESENT ATIVE as shown in Resolution
Name (typed or printed) and Title Email address Phone
APPLICATION CONTACT
Name (typed or printed) and Title Email address Phone
GRANT CONTACT For administration of grant if awarded (if different from AUTHORIZED REPRESENT ATIVE )
Name (typed or printed) and Title Email address Phone
GRANT SCOPE I represent and warrant that this APPLICATION describes the intended use of the requested
GRANT to complete the items listed in the attached Grant Scope/Cost Estimate Form. I declare under penalty of
perjury, under the laws of the State of California, that the information contained in this APPLICATION , including
required attachments, is accurate.
_______________________________________________________ ____________________
Signature of AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE as shown in Resolution Date
Print Name __________________________________ Title ____________________________________
PROJECT SELECTIO N CRITERIA (CHECKLIST #2)
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PROJECT SELECTION CR ITERIA (CHECKLIST #2)
OVERVIEW
Structure your response to follow the same numbered and lettered order of t he Project
Selection Criteria. A template to structure the response titled “Outline for Project
Selection Criteria Response” is available at parks.ca.gov/spp.
The Project Selection Criteria are used to rank all statewide APPLICATIONS .
A PPLICANTS are encouraged to conceptualize a new project based on the Project
Selection Criteria. Technical Assistance tips are included starting on page 56.
The maximum score is 100 points.
All competing APPLICATIONS start with 0 points.
Points are gained through the Project Selection Criteria.
PROJECT SELECTION CRITERIA MAX POINT VALUE
PROJ ECT LOCATION
1. Critical Lack of PARK SPACE 15
2. Significant Poverty 16
3. Type of Project 10
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
4. Community Based Planning 18
5. Employment or Volunteer Opportunities 6
6. Partnerships or Committed Funding 3
OPERATION AND MAINTE NANCE CONSIDERATIONS
7. Environmental Design 7
8. Public Use Fees and Hours of Operation 5
SUMMARY ABOUT PROJEC T NEED, BENEFITS, AN D READINESS
9. Community CHALLENGES , Project Benefits and
Readiness
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MAXIMUM SCORE 100
PROJECT SELECTION CRITERION #1 - CRIT ICAL LACK OF PARK SP ACE
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PROJECT SELECTION CRITERION #1 - CRITICAL LACK O F PARK
SPACE
Use the California State Parks Community FactFinder at
ParksforCalifornia.org/communities to provide information about the critical lack of PARK
SPACE within PROXIMITY (a half-mile radius) of the PROJECT SITE . Answer the
following:
What is the ratio of PARK acreage per 1,000 RESIDENTS within PROXIMITY of the
PROJECT SITE according to the Community FactFinder Report?
Use this chart format to structure the response:
Ratio of PARK acreage per 1,000 residents
according to the FactFinder report
FactFinder Report ID Number (found
on the top right corner of the report)
A community’s CHALLENGES beyond the ratio of park acres per 1,000 residents can be
further explained in Criterion 9(A) on page 31.
Technical assistance is available on page 57.
POINTS The scale below shows that 15 points will be given to PROJECTS in
PROXIMITY to CRITICALLY UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES having the lowest ratio of
PARK SPACE per 1,000 RESIDENTS when compared with all statewide APPLICATIONS .
OGALS will develop a competitive statewide list representing the PARK SPACE per
1,000 RESIDENTS of all APPLICATIONS in ranking order, from lowest to highest.
Points
Lowest 10% on the ranked list 15
From 11%-20% on the ranked list 13
From 21%-30% on the ranked list 11
From 31%-40% on the ranked list 9
From 41%-60% on the ranked list 7
From 61%-80% on the ranked list 5
From 81%-100% on the ranked list 3
No information provided. 0
The PROJECT SITE ’S half-mile radius has a ratio of more than 3 acres of
PARK SPACE per 1,000 residents AND the community has a median
household income above $51,026.
Ineligible
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PROJECT SELECTION CRITERION #2 - S IGNIFICANT POVERTY
Using the same California State Parks Community FactFinder Report from Project
Selection Criteria 1, provide information about significant poverty within PROXIMITY of
the PROJECT SITE by answering (A) and (B) below:
A. What is the median household income within PROXIMITY of the PROJECT SITE
according to the Community FactFinder Report?
Use this chart format to structure the response:
Median Household Income according to
the Factfinder report
FactFinder Report ID Number (found
on the top right corner of the report)
A community’s CHALLENGES beyond the median household income can be further
explained in Criterion 9(A) on page 31.
Technical assistance is available on page 57.
POINTS The scale below shows that up to 11 points will be given to PROJECTS in
PROXIMITY to CRITICALLY UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES having the lowest median
household incomes compared with all APPLICATIONS . OGALS will develop a
competitive statewide list representing the median household incomes of all
APPLICATIONS in ranking order, from lowest to highest.
Points
Lowest 10% on the ranked list 11
From 11%-20% on the ranked list 9
From 21%-40% on the ranked list 7
From 41%-60% on the ranked list 5
From 61%-80% on the ranked list 3
From 81%-100% on the ranked list 1
No information provided. 0
The PROJECT SITE ’S half-mile radius has a ratio of more than 3 acres of
PARK SPACE per 1,000 residents AND the community has a median
household income above $51,026 (80% of the statewide average).
Ineligible
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B. What is the number of people living below poverty within PROXIMITY of the
PROJECT SITE according to the Community FactFinder Report?
Use this chart format to structure the response:
Number of People Living in Poverty
according to the Factfinder report
FactFinder Report ID Number (found
on the top right corner of the report)
A community’s CHALLENGES beyond the number of people living in poverty can be
further explained in Criterion 9(A) on page 31.
Technical assistance is available on page 57.
POINTS The scale below shows that up to 5 points will be given to PROJECTS in
PROXIMITY to CRITICALLY UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES having the highest number of
people below the poverty level compared with all APPLICATIONS . OGALS will develop a
statewide list representing the number of people living in poverty of all APPLICATIONS in
ranking order, from highest to lowest.
Points
Highest 10% on the ranked list 5
From 11% to 20% on the ranked list 4
From 21% to 50% on the ranked list 3
From 51% to 80% on the ranked list 2
81% to 100% on the ranked list 1
No information provided. 0
PROJECT SELECTION CRITERION #3 - TYPE OF PROJECT
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PROJECT SELECTION CRITERION #3 - TYPE OF PROJECT
Use the following format to explain if the PROJECT will create a NEW PARK , or EXPAND
an EXISTING PARK , or RENOVATE an EXISTING PARK :
TYPE OF PROJECT
(check one of the
following)
QUALIFIERS
(respond based on the type of project)
□ NEW PARK Describe how the PROJECT SITE qualifies as a NEW PARK by
answering the following:
A) What was the use of the PROJECT SITE prior to the SPP
APPLICATION due date? Describe how the property to be
developed into a NEW PARK was not used as a PARK and did
not exist as a PARK before the current ROUND ’S
APPLICATION due date. Explain how the PARK is not
ADJACENT to EXISTING PARK SPACE .
□ EXPAND an EXISTING
PARK
Describe how the PROJECT SITE qualifies as an EXPANSION of
an EXISTING PARK by answering the following:
A) What was the use of the EXPANSION property prior to the
current ROUND ’S APPLICATION due date? Why is the
EXPANSION property currently not considered part of the
existing ADJACENT PARK boundary?
B) Describe why the EXPANSION is needed to complement the
ADJACENT EXISTING PARK .
□ RENOVATE an EXISTING
PARK (EXPANSION is not
applicable)
Describe how the PROJECT qualifies as a RENOVATION of an
EXISTING park by answering the following:
A) What RECREATION FEATURE (s) will be added or renovated
in the existing PARK?
B) Why is it not feasible or desired to create a NEW PARK in a
CRITICALLY UNDERSERV ED COMMUNITY , or add NEW PARK
SPACE ADJACENT to the proposed PROJECT SITE ?
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Technical assistance is available on page 58.
POINTS The scale below shows 10 points are given to PROJECTS that create NEW PARK S .
Points
The PROJECT will create a NEW PARK . The property to be developed into a NEW
PARK was not used as a PARK and did not exist as a PARK before the current
ROUND ’S APPLICATION due date. It is not ADJACENT to EXISTING PARK SPACE .
10
The PROJECT will EXPAND an EXISTING PARK . The EXPANSION property is not
PARK SPACE and has not been part of the ADJACENT PARK before the current
ROUND ’S APPLICATION due date.
8
The PROJECT will add or RENOVATE at least one RECREATION FEATURE in an
EXISTING PARK . The PROJECT will not EXPAND an EXISTING PARK or create a NEW
PARK . T he APPLICANT described why it is not feasible or desired to create a NEW
PARK or EXPAND an EXISTING PARK .
7
The PROJECT will add or RENOVATE at least one RECREATION FEATURE in an
EXISTING PARK . The PROJECT will not EXPAND an EXISTING PARK or create a NEW
PARK . T he APPLICANT did not describe why the creation of a NEW PARK or
EXPANSION of a park is not feasible or desired.
6
PROJECT does not add or RENOVATE a RECREATION FEATURE . Ineligible
PROJECT SELECTION CRITERION #4 - COMM UNITY BASED PLANNING
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PROJECT SELECTION CRITERI ON #4 - COMMUNITY BASED PLAN NING
Describe how the APPLICANT or partnering community-based organization(s) made
current efforts to engage RESIDENTS to DESIGN the PARK . Use A and B to plan the
MEETING location schedule and outreach. Use the three DESIGN goals in C to gather
RESIDENTS ’ ideas at the meetings. Part C encourages project enhancements that
reflect the RESIDENTS ’ unique needs and creativity. Photos of MEETINGS are preferred
(see Checklist Item 12, page 49).
A. How many MEETINGS occurred in the CRITICALLY UNDERSERVED COMMUNITY ?
Describe why the MEETING locations and times were convenient for RESIDENTS
with various employment and family schedules and lack private transportation. If
meetings occurred before June 5, 2018 (passage of Prop 68 Bond Act), they
may also be listed for historical reference.
Use the chart format below to list the details of each MEETING that occurred in
the CRITICALLY UNDERSERVED COMMUNITY .
MEETING
Date/Year
MEETING Type,
Venue, Address
Times
(am/pm)
Day of
Week
Description of MEETING
location/time convenience
POINTS The scale below shows that up to 4 points will be given for the amount and
convenience of MEETINGS that occurred in the CRITICALLY UNDERSERVED COMMUNITY .
Points
The APPLICANT or partners facilitated at least five MEETINGS , between June
5, 2018 and the APPLICATION deadline, to obtain ideas from the RESIDENTS .
The MEETINGS were located within the CRITICALLY UNDERSERVED
COMMUNITY , or within a convenient distance for RESIDENTS without private
transportation. At least two of the MEETINGS occurred on a weekend or in the
evening.
4
Four or three MEETINGS , between June 5, 2018 and the APPLICATION
deadline, were located within the CRITICALLY UNDERSERVED COMMUNITY or
within a convenient distance for RESIDENTS without private transportation.
One of the MEETINGS occurred on a weekend or in the evening.
2
Two or one MEETINGS , between June 5, 2018 and the APPLICATION
deadline, were located within the CRITICALLY UNDERSERVED COMMUNITY or
within a convenient distance for RESIDENTS without private transportation.
One of the MEETINGS occurred on a weekend or in the evening.
1
MEETINGS were not located within the CRITICALLY UNDERSERVED
COMMUNITY or within a convenient distance for RESIDENTS without private
transportation. Or, none of the MEETINGS occurred during a weekend or an
evening. Or, the MEETINGS did not occur between June 5, 2018 and the
APPLICATION deadline.
0
Technical assistance is available on page 59.
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B. For each MEETING listed in the response to 4(A), what method(s) did the APPLICANT
or partnering community based organization(s) use to invite RESIDENTS ? In the
combined set of MEETINGS , was there a BROAD REPRESENTATION of RESIDENTS ?
Structure the response using the chart format below to describe the method of
invitation. Include the number and general description of the RESIDENTS who
participated in each MEETING . List MEETINGS in the order of the response to 4(A).
MEETING
Date/Year
Description of the
method(s) used to invite
RESIDENTS to this MEETING .
(see page 60 for a list of
seven examples)
Number of
RESIDENTS who
participated in
this MEETING .
General description of
the RESIDENTS (youth,
seniors, families or other
groups) who participated
in this MEETING .
POINTS The scales below show that up to 4 points will be given for methods used to
invite a BROAD REPRESENTATION of RESIDENTS who participated in the MEETINGS .
Points
For the combined set of MEETINGS , at least three methods were used
to invite a BROAD REPRESENTATION of RESIDENTS .
3
For the combined set of MEETINGS , two methods were used to invite a
BROAD REPRESENTATION of RESIDENTS .
2
For the combined set of MEETINGS , one method was used to invite a
BROAD REPRESENTATION of RESIDENTS .
1
The methods used were limited to inviting advocacy groups likely to
promote a specific type of PROJECT . Or, a method was not used to
invite the RESIDENTS . In either case, 0 points will also be given to the
response for 4(c).
0
Points
The number and general description of the RESIDENTS who
participated in the combined set of MEETINGS consisted of a BROAD
REPRESENTATION of the CRITICALLY UNDERSERVED COMMUNITY .
1
The number and general description of the RESIDENTS who
participated in the combined set of MEETINGS did not consist of a
BROAD REPRESENTATION of the CRITICALLY UNDERSERVED
COMMUNITY . Or, only an advocacy group or league likely to promote a
specific type of PROJECT was involved. Or, no RESIDENTS were invited
or MEETINGS did not occur. In all cases, 0 points will also be given to
the response for 4(c).
0
Technical assistance begins on page 59.
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C. During the MEETINGS that occurred in the CRITICALLY UNDERSERVED COMMUNITY ,
how were the RESIDENTS enabled to DESIGN the PARK using Goals 1-3?
Structure the response by providing the “Process” descriptions and “List” of ideas
for the goals shown below.
GOAL 1 The RESIDENTS engaged in a process to reach a general agreement on the
selection of the RECREATION FEATURE (S) and design details for those RECREATION
FEATURE(S).
Selection of the RECREATIO N FEATURE (S )
Process : (describe how the RESIDENTS were enabled to identify, prioritize, and
then select, RECREATION FEATURE (S) for the proposed PROJECT . The goal is to ask
RESIDENTS what facilities they want in the PARK .)
DESIGN of the RECREATION FEATURE (s)
Process : (describe how the RESIDENTS were enabled to provide DESIGN ideas for
the selected RECREATION FEATURE (S). The goal is to ask RESIDENTS for detailed
design ideas of the features, after the features are selected.)
List of d esign idea s : (list the RESIDENTS ’ ideas that will be included in the DESIGN
of the RECREATION FEATURE (S). Avoid listing ideas that will not be included.)
GOAL 2 The RESIDENTS engaged in a process to reach a general agreement on the
location of the RECREATION FEATURE (S) within the PARK .
Location of the RECREATION FEATURE (S) within the PARK .
Process : (describe the process that enabled the RESIDENTS to express their
preferences for the location of the RECREATION FEATURE (S) within the PARK.)
List of Reasons : (list the reasons that will be used for the location of the
RECREATION FEATURE (S) within the PARK. Avoid listing reasons that will not
be used.)
GOAL 3 The RESIDENTS engaged in a process to provide other PARK DESIGN
ideas, including solutions for safe public use, and PARK beautification such as
landscaping and public art.
Safety and PARK beautification
Process : (describe the process that enabled the RESIDENTS to provide PARK DESIGN
ideas for safe public use and PARK beautification.)
List of s afe public use idea s : (list the RESIDENTS ’ ideas that will be included
in the proposed PROJECT . Avoid listing ideas that will not be included.)
List of PARK beautification idea s : (list the RESIDENTS ’ ideas that will be included
in the proposed PROJECT . Avoid listing ideas that will not be included.)
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POINTS The scales below show that up to 10 points cumulatively will be given for
MEETING goals 1-3 that enabled the RESIDENTS to DESIGN the PARK .
GOAL 1 Points
The RESIDENTS identified their preferred RECREATION FEATURE (S)
(not limited to a few predetermined options presented by the
APPLICANT ). Then, the RESIDENTS selected RECREATION
FEATURES for the proposed PROJECT .
3
The RESIDENTS provided DESIGN ideas for their selected
RECREATION FEATURE (S).
1
The APPLICANT ’S response also lists the RESIDENTS ’ ideas that
will be implemented in the DESIGN of the RECREATION
FEATURE (S).
1
The APPLICANT ’S response does not address any of the elements
of Goal 1.
0
GOAL 2 Points
The RESIDENTS expressed their preferences for the location of the
RECREATION FEATURE(S) within the PARK .
1
The APPLICANT ’S response also lists the RESIDENTS ’ reasons for
the location of the RECREATION FEATURE(S) that will be implemented
within the PARK .
1
The APPLICANT ’S response does not address any of the elements
of Goal 2.
0
GOAL 3 Points
The RESIDENTS provided PARK DESIGN ideas for safe public use. 1
The RESIDENTS provided PARK beautification ideas. 1
The APPLICANT ’S response also lists the RESIDENTS ’ PARK
DESIGN ideas for safe public use and beautification that will be
included in the proposed PROJECT .
1
The APPLICANT ’S response does not address any of the elements
of Goal 3.
0
RESIDENTS ’ PARK DESIGN ideas for safe public use are not
included in the proposed PROJECT .
Ineligible
Technical assistance begins on page 59.
PROJECT SELECTION CRITERION #5 - EMPL OYMENT OR VOLUNTEER
OPPORTUNITIES
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PROJECT SELECTION CRITERI ON #5 - EMPLOYMENT OR VOLUNTEER
OPPORTUNITIES
Describe how the PROJECT will include employment or volunteer OUTDOOR LEARNING
OPPORTUNITIES for RESIDENTS including youth and/or CORPSMEMBERS by answering A
and B:
A. What types of meaningful employment or volunteer activities will be available for
RESIDENTS and/or CORPSMEMBERS between June 5, 2018 until PROJECT
COMPLETION ? (see examples on page 62)
B. How many RESIDENTS and/or CORPSMEMBERS will receive the OUTDOOR
LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES ?
Use the following chart format to list each opportunity answering A and B above:
A. Brief Description of the Meaningful Employment or
Volunteer OUTDOOR LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
B. Number of
RESIDENTS and/or
CORPSMEMBERS
POINTS The scale below shows that 3 points will be given to PROJECTS that will
include employment or volunteer OUTDOOR LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES for at least
twenty RESIDENTS and/or CORPSMEMBERS .
Points
At least twenty RESIDENTS and/or CORPSMEMBERS will receive
employment or volunteer OUTDOOR LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES .
3
Less than twenty but at least ten RESIDENTS and/or CORPSMEMBERS
will receive employment or volunteer OUTDOOR LEARNING
OPPORTUNITIES .
2
Less than ten but at least five RESIDENTS and/or CORPSMEMBERS will
receive employment or volunteer OUTDOOR LEARNING
OPPORTUNITIES .
1
The PROJECT will not provide employment or volunteer OUTDOOR
LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES for at least five RESIDENTS and/or
CORPSMEMBERS , or the APPLICANT did not respond to the criterion.
0
In addition to employment or volunteer opportunities for RESIDENTS , APPLICANTS must
contact the CONSERVATION CORPS to discuss the feasibility of using their services.
PROJECT SELECTION CRI TERION #5 - EMPLOYME NT OR VOLUNTEER
OPPORTUNITIES
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C. Citing the Corps Consultation Review Document, what was the outcome of the
Corps Consultation Process? (see Checklist Item #15, page 51)
If it is feasible for a CONSERVATION CORPS to work on a PROJECT component, list
the agreed services and costs for work. Confirm an understanding between the
APPLICANT and CONSERVATION CORPS that the agreed scope of work is binding
should the GRANT be awarded.
If the CONSERVATION CORPS offered services but the APPLICANT declines,
provide a reason for not using any of their services.
POINTS The scale below shows that 3 points will be given to PROJECTS that will
include employment of CONSERVATION CORPS , or the CONSERVATION CORPS
determined it is not feasible to work on the PROJECT .
Points
The Corps Consultation Process was followed. The CONSERVATION
CORPS determined it is feasible to work on the PROJECT should the
grant be awarded. A description of the agreed services and cost
estimate is provided in the response.
Or
The Corps Consultation Process was followed. The CONSERVATION
CORPS determined it is not feasible to work on the PROJECT .
3
The Corps Consultation Process was not followed.
Or
The Corps Consultation Process was followed. The CONSERVATION
CORPS determined it is feasible to work on the PROJECT ; however, the
APPLICANT declines all aspects of services offered by the
CONSERVATION CORPS .
0
Technical assistance is available on page 62.
PROJECT SELECTION CRITERION #6 – PART NERSHIPS OR COMMITTE D
FUNDING
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PROJECT SELECTION CRITERI ON #6 – PARTNERSHIPS OR
COMMITTED FUNDING
Describe partnership assistance given to the APPLICANT beginning with the passage of
the Bond Act (June 5, 2018) through PROJECT COMPLETION , by answering the
following:
What are the organization names of the partners and what are their roles? If no partners
are involved in the PROJECT , but the APPLICANT has COMMITTED FUNDS , write “See
Funding Sources Form” in boxes A and B below.
Use this chart format to list and describe each partner in the response:
A. Name and General Purpose of
Organization (specify if it is a HEALTH
ORGANIZATION )
B. Partnership Role specific to this
PROJECT such as assisting with
community based planning,
contributing volunteer hours or
materials, or funding support
POINTS The scale below shows that a maximum of 3 points will be given to
projects that involve at least three partnerships, including a HEALTH ORGANIZATION .
Points
The PROJECT involves three or more partners, including a HEALTH
ORGANIZATION , providing volunteer hours, or materials, or funding for
DESIGN , PRE -CONSTRUCTION , land ACQUISITION , or CONSTRUCTION .
3
The PROJECT involves two partners providing volunteer hours, or
materials, or funding for DESIGN , PRE -CONSTRUCTION , land
ACQUISITION , or CONSTRUCTION .
2
The PROJECT involves one partner.
Or, the APPLICANT has no partners but is contributing its own funding
to the PROJECT .
1
The PROJECT involves no partnerships and the APPLICANT has no
COMMITTED FUND S . Or, a response was not provided.
0
APPLICANTS are encouraged to explore partnerships with at least one HEALTH
ORGANIZATION . Technical assistance is available on page 63.
PROJECT SELECTION CRITERION #7 - ENVI RONMENTAL DESIGN
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PROJECT SELECTION CRITERI ON #7 - ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN
Describe how the PROJECT will provide efficient use of water and other natural
resources by answering both (A) and (B) combined, or (C) by itself, to obtain up to 7
points.
A. How will the PROJECT include the following sustainable techniques?
For the APPLICATION to be eligible, the PROJECT must include, at a minimum, A(1):
1. Incorporate pervious surfaces or other technique(s) such as bio-swales or grading
to capture storm water for infiltration or irrigation, or cleanse storm water before
release.
2. Use of water efficient irrigation system that includes a rain sensor,
evapotranspiration (ET) controllers, flow sensors, or on-site water recycling that
reduces potable water consumption, or the PROJECT will not require additional
use of water.
3. At least 10% of the materials for PROJECT construction will consist of recycled
materials, or construction waste will be minimized by the separation and recycling
of recoverable materials generated during construction.
4. Landscaping that excludes the use of invasive plants and instead features drought
tolerant or climate appropriate non-invasive native turf, trees, shrubs, plants, and
ground cover. Also discuss how the landscaping minimizes the use of toxic
pesticides and inorganic fertilizers.
Use the following chart format to list and describe each sustainable technique in
response to (A) above.
Sustainable Technique Description of the sustainable technique
POINTS The scale below shows that up to 4 points will be given to PROJECTS that
will include the four sustainable techniques listed in 7(A).
Points
The PROJECT will include all four of the listed techniques. 4
The PROJECT will include three of the listed techniques, and
includes (A)1.
3
The PROJECT will include two of the listed techniques, and includes
(A)1.
2
The PROJECT will include none of the listed techniques, or does not
include (A)1.
Ineligible
Technical Assistance is available on page 64.
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B. How will the PROJECT include the following additional techniques that are not listed
in question (A) above?
1. Carbon sequestration tree planting (identify approximately how many trees will
be planted). See Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction and Carbon
Sequestration technical assistance on page 65. If the PROJECT will not include
tree planting, include one other energy, water, and natural resource conservation
technique.
2. Facilitation of safe and reliable drinking water to park visitors if not yet available.
If safe and reliable drinking water is already available for park visitors, include
one other energy, water, and natural resource conservation technique .
3. One other energy, water, and/or natural resource conservation technique.
Use the following chart format to list and describe each sustainable technique for B
above.
Sustainable Technique Description of the sustainable technique
POINTS The scale below shows that up to 3 points will be given to PROJECTS with at
least three other sustainable techniques for efficient use of energy, water, and other
natural resources that were not listed in 7(A).
Points
The PROJECT will include three other energy, water, and natural
resource conservation or carbon sequestration techniques not
listed in 7(A).
3
The PROJECT will include two other techniques not listed in 7(A). 2
The PROJECT will include one technique not listed in 7(A). 1
The PROJECT will not include additional techniques beyond 7(A). 0
Technical Assistance is available on page 65.
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C. If A and B above is selected, do not respond to this item. This is a 7 point alternative
to A and B:
Will the PROJECT include SITES or LEED Certification as an alternative to A and B
above? If so, provide a plan for achieving either SITES certified landscaping or
LEED certified building construction by answering the following questions:
1. What level of SITES certification or LEED certification, or both, will be obtained?
2. What is the current status and next steps timeline for securing the certification?
3. Will the PROJECT incorporate pervious surfaces or other technique(s) such as bio-
swales or grading to capture storm water for infiltration or irrigation or cleanse
storm water before release?
POINTS PROJECTS that achieve any level of SITES or LEED Certification, and that
capture or clean storm water, will be awarded the maximum of 7 points as an alternate
to A and B above.
Points
The PROJECT will obtain any level of SITES or LEED Certification
and will incorporate pervious surfaces or other technique(s) such
as bio-swales or grading to capture storm water for infiltration or
irrigation or cleanse storm water before release.
7
The PROJECT will not obtain SITES or LEED Certification. 0
Note: SITES certification is for outdoor PARK SPACES , while LEED certification is for
buildings. See the Technical Assistance on page 65 for more information and web-links
for SITES and LEED Certification.
Technical Assistance is available on page 65.
PROJECT SELECTION CRITERION #8 – PUBL IC USE FEES AND HOUR S OF
OPERATION
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PROJECT SELECTION CRITERI ON #8 – PUBLIC USE FEES AND
HOURS OF OPERATION
Describe how youth, seniors, and families affected by poverty will have DAILY ACCESS
to the PROJECT SITE by answering the following:
A. What will be the Monday through Sunday hours of operation for the overall PARK to
accommodate various needs of youth, seniors, and families?
B. Will the Monday through Sunday hours of operation differ for any RECREATION
FEATURES listed in the Grant Scope/Cost Estimate Form? If so, please identify the
RECREATION FEATURE (S ) and Monday through Sunday hours of operation.
C. Will the public be charged entrance or membership fees to enter the overall park?
Will entrance, membership, or league/activity fees be charged to use a
RECREATION FEATURE that is a majority of the TOTAL PROJECT COST listed in the
G RANT S COPE /Cost Estimate Form? If so, list each fee, identify if the fee is daily,
weekly, or monthly, and explain why the fee will not prevent DAILY ACCESS for
youth, seniors, and families affected by poverty.
POINTS The scales below shows that up to 5 points will be given to projects with
weekday and weekend operating hours appropriate for youth, families, seniors, and
other population groups in the CRITICALLY UNDERSERVED COMMUNITY , and with
reasonable or no entrance or membership fees.
Points
The PROJECT will be open 7 days a week, for at least eight hours per
day, such as dawn to dusk, to accommodate the needs of youth,
seniors, and families.
2
The PROJECT will be open 7 days a week, from three to less than
eight hours per day.
1
The PROJECT will not be open 7 days a week for at least three hours
per day or the APPLICANT did not respond to criterion.
Ineligible
Points
The public will not be charged entrance or membership fees to use
the PROJECT . Or, the lowest entrance or membership fees for the
public calculate to $3 per month or less per person and will not deter
DAILY ACCESS .
3
The lowest entrance or membership fees for the public calculate to
more than $3 but less than $10 per month per person which may
deter DAILY ACCESS .
1
The public will be charged fees that will calculate to $10 or more per
month per person, or the APPLICANT did not respond to the criterion.
0
Technical Assistance is available on page 66.
PROJECT SELECTION CRITERION #9 – COMM UNI TY CHALLENGES, PROJE CT
BENEFITS, AND READIN ESS
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PROJECT SELECTION C RITERI ON #9 – COMMUNITY CHALLENGES ,
PROJECT B ENEFITS, AND READINE SS
Provide responses to A and B below to summarize the PROJECT ’S need and benefits.
This criterion is designed for the APPLICANT to tell the story about the PROJECT need
and benefits not yet covered through Project Selection Criteria 1 through 8. For C
below, OGALS will determine the project’s readiness and APPLICANT capacity using
information provided in the entire APPLICATION .
A. What CHALLENGES are present within the community that contributes to the need for
the PROJECT ?
Use this chart format to structure the response for each CHALLENGE.
Challenge Description of the Challenge
B. How will the PROJECT benefit the HEALTH and quality of life for youth, seniors, and
families by improving the community’s recreational, social, cultural, environmental,
educational, and economic conditions?
Use this format to structure the response
H EALTH and quality of
life conditions
How the PROJECT will benefit the HEALTH and quality of life
for youth, seniors, and families.
Recreational
Social
Cultural
Environmental
Educational
Economic (and
advancing solutions to
prevent displacement,
if applicable)
C. OGALS will use information provided in the entire APPLICATION , to assess if
PROJECT COMPLETION , as well as 30 years of adequate operation and
maintenance, appears to be achievable.
Technical Assistance is available on page 67.
PROJECT SELECTION CRITERION #9 – COMMUNITY CHALLEN GES, PROJECT
BENEFITS, AND READIN ESS
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POINTS The scale below shows that up to 20 points will be given to a community
having severe CHALLENGES , and the PROJECT will have significant benefits, and the
APPLICANT has sufficient capacity to deliver the PROJECT .
Points
The community has severe CHALLENGES compared to other
APPLICATIONS .
The PROJECT will significantly improve the community’s recreational,
social, cultural, educational, environmental, and economic conditions.
Based on the information provided in the entire APPLICATION , PROJECT
COMPLETION and 30 years of adequate operation and maintenance for
public use appears to be achievable.
20 - 10
The community has average CHALLENGES compared to other
APPLICATIONS .
The PROJECT will significantly improve the community’s recreational,
social, cultural, educational, environmental, and economic conditions.
Based on the information provided in the entire APPLICATION , PROJECT
COMPLETION and 30 years of adequate operation and maintenance for
public use appears to be achievable.
9 - 4
The community has minimal CHALLENGES compared to other
APPLICATIONS .
Or, the PROJECT will minimally improve the community’s recreational,
social, cultural, educational, environmental, and economic conditions.
Or, based on the information provided in the entire APPLICATION ,
PROJECT COMPLETION , or 30 years of adequate operation and
maintenance for public use, appears to be uncertain or problematic.
3 - 1
No information provided. 0
Technical Assistance is available on page 67.
COMMUNITY FACTFINDER REPO RT AND HANDBOOK FORM (CHECKLIST #3)
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COMMUNITY FACTFINDER REPORT AND HANDBOOK FORM (CHECKLIST #3)
Provide the following two items:
1. Community FactFinder Report . To create a report of the area in PROXIMITY ,
starting at the PROJECT SITE , use the current FactFinder version at:
ParksforCalifornia.org/communities.
Only one report can be submitted per APPLICATION . The report must be created with
the starting point (pin) located in the boundary of the PROJECT SITE . The FactFinder
Report will be used for Project Selection Criteria 1, 2, and 3, pages 15 to 18.
2. Community FactFinder Handbook Form . This Form will be signed by the
AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE . Its purpose is to certify that Steps 1-8 described in
the FactFinder Handbook were followed and completed before submittal of the
APPLICATION . Frequently asked questions with policy responses are included within
each step. The FactFinder Handbook is available at parks.ca.gov/spp.
To avoid delays in the competitive review process, please complete the
FactFinder Handbook steps at least one month before the APPLICATION is
submitted.
Send an email to report acreage that should or should not be counted within the
PROJECT SITE ’S radius to SCORP@parks.ca.gov. Attach the FactFinder Report
to the email. (Step 6)
Generate the FactFinder Report with the pinpoint located in the boundary of the
PROJECT SITE to create the half-mile radius. (Step 7)
If the addition or removal of PARK acreage was reported to SCORP@parks.ca.gov but
the Community FactFinder update is not yet complete at the time of APPLICATION ,
include a copy of the email request as a placeholder. Additionally, in the response to
Project Selection Criteria 1 and 2, state that a Community FactFinder update was
requested at the time of Application. OGALS will notify the APPLICANT when a new
FactFinder Report can be submitted.
OGALS will confirm Steps 6 and 7 in the APPLICANT ’S report. If PARK acreage is
discovered that should have been reported, or if the pinpoint is outside the PROJECT
SITE , OGALS reserves the right to generate a new FactFinder report in the middle of the
PROJECT SITE for the purpose of Criteria 1 and 2.
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State of California – The Natural Resources Agency
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
COMMUNITY FACTFINDER HANDBOOK FORM
APPLICANTS will sign this Form after completing Steps 1-8 following the FactFinder
Handbook available at parks.ca.gov/spp.
I certify that the California State Parks Community Fact Finder Report that was
submitted at the time of APPLICATION met the following two requirements:
Acreage that should or should not be counted within the PROJECT SITE ’S radius
has been reported to SCORP@parks.ca.gov. (Step 6)
The FactFinder Report was generated with the pin located in the boundary of the
PROJE CT SITE . (Step 7)
I understand if either of the above requirements were not met, OGALS will generate a
new report with the pin located in the middle of the PROJECT SITE to create the new
half-mile radius and will use the data for purposes of Project Selection Criteria 1 and 2.
_________________________________________ ___________________
AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE Signature Date
AUTHORIZING RESOLUTI ON (CHECKLIST #4)
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AUTHORIZING RESOLUTION (CHECKLIST #4)
The Authorizing Resolution serves two purposes:
1. It is the means by which the APPLICANT ’S Governing Body shows it is aware of
all the terms of the CONTRACT . It provides confirmation that the APPLICANT has
the funding to complete the proposed PROJECT if the GRANT is awarded.
2. Designates a position title (through Provision 4) to represent the Governing Body
on all matters regarding the APPLICATION and PROJECT . The incumbent in this
position is referred to as the AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE .
All signatures required in this Application Guide are the signature of the AUTHORIZED
REPRESENTATIVE . Submitted documents need not contain “wet” signatures, but the
APPLICANT must keep all original signed documents.
The AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE can delegate signatory authority to other
individuals (by position title) either in entirety or for particular documents. The delegation
process requires the AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE to submit a letter (on letterhead) or
email to OGALS delegating authority.
Format
The Authorizing Resolution on the following page may be reformatted; however, the
language provided in the resolution must remain unchanged. Any changes to the
language may require OGALS Legal Office review. The time involved with the legal
review process may delay application approval and could affect OGALS ability to fund
the PROJECT .
Provision 6
Public Resources Code §80001(b)(8 A-G) requires that public agencies receiving funds
from this 2018 Bond Act shall consider a range of actions promoting diversity and
inclusion as identified in the “Presidential Memorandum—Promoting Diversity and
Inclusion in Our National Parks, National Forests, and Other Public Lands and Waters,”
dated January 12, 2017.
AUTHORIZING RESOLUTI ON (CHECKLIST #4)
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RESOLUTION OF THE (Title of Governing Body/City Council, Board of
Supervisors/Directors) OF (City, County, District, or Non-Profit Organization)
Approving the Application for
STATEWIDE PARK DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNITY REVITALIZATION
PROGRAM GRANT FUNDS
WHEREAS, the State Department of Parks and Recreation has been delegated the
responsibility by the Legislature of the State of California for the administration of the
Statewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Grant Program, setting up
necessary procedures governing the application; and
WHEREAS, said procedures established by the State Department of Parks and
Recreation require the Applicant to certify by resolution the approval of the application
before submission of said application to the State; and
WHEREAS, successful Applicants will enter into a contract with the State of California
to complete the Grant Scope project;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the (Applicant’s Governing Body) hereby:
APPROVES THE FILING OF AN APPLICATION FO R THE (NAME OF PROJECT ); AND
1. Certifies that said Applicant has or will have available, prior to commencement of
any work on the project included in this application, the sufficient funds to complete
the project; and
2. Certifies that if the project is awarded, the Applicant has or will have sufficient funds
to operate and maintain the project, and
3. Certifies that the Applicant has reviewed, understands, and agrees t o the General
Provisions contained in the contract shown in the Grant Administration Guide; and
4. Delegates the authority to (designated position) to conduct all negotiations, sign and
submit all documents, including, but not limited to applications, agreements,
amendments, and payment requests, which may be necessary for the completion of
the Grant Scope; and
5. Agrees to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, ordinances, rules,
regulations and guidelines.
6. Will consider promoting inclusion per Public Resources Code §80001(b)(8 A-G).
Approved and adopted the _____day of ______________, 20_______
I, the undersigned, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution Number _____ was duly
adopted by the (Applicant’s Governing Body) following a roll call vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
______________________________________ (Clerk)
GRANT SCOPE /COST ESTIMATE FORM (CHECKLIST #5)
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GRANT SCOPE/COST ESTIM ATE FORM (CHECKLIST #5)
The GRANT SCOPE /Cost Estimate Form on the following pages has two uses:
1. Establishing the GRANT SCOPE
2. Providing a Cost Estimate for the PROJECT
1. Establishing the GRANT SCOPE
This form will be used to establish the expected deliverables for PROJECT COMPLETION
paid for by the SPP GRANT plus COMMITTED FUNDS . This form lists what OGALS,
auditors, and the public will expect to see in the park by PROJECT COMPLETION . To be
eligible for GRANT payment, all RECREATION FEATURES and MAJOR SUPPORT
AMENITIES must be included on the GRANT SCOPE /Cost Estimate Form.
Use the form to describe only the RECREATION FEATURES and MAJOR SUPPORT
AMENITIES that will be complete for final payment before the end of the GRANT
PERFORMANCE PERIOD . Do not include future development phases beyond the GRANT
plus COMMITTED FUNDS .
For ACQUISITION and DEVELOPMENT combination PROJECTS , a phase that develops a
RECREATION FEATURE on the acquired property must be open to the public before the
end of the GRANT PERFORMANCE PERIOD .
Pages 5-6 list examples of RECREATION FEATURES and MAJOR SUPPORT AMENITIES .
Directions for establishing the GRANT SCOPE :
Use the following phrases to describe the type of work for each RECREATION FEATURE
and MAJOR SUPPORT AMENITY :
“Acquire approximately __________” (provide acreage and associated parcel
numbers that will be acquired). See definition of ACQUISITION on page 70.
“Construct a new ___________” (identify the new RECREATION FEATURE or
MAJOR SUPPORT AMENIT Y that does not currently exist). Add “with lighting” if
applicable.
“Renovate a ___________” (identify the existing RECREATION FEATURE or
MAJOR SUPPORT AMENIT Y ). See definition of RENOVATION on page 75. Add “with
new lighting” if applicable.
If lighting or landscaping (more than $50,000) will be installed throughout the PARK and
is not specific to a RECREATION FEATURE or MAJOR SUPPORT AMENITY use these
phrases:
“Construct new lighting throughout the park.”
“Construct new landscaping throughout the park.”
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Do NOT list MINOR SUPPORT AMENITIES in the Grant Scope/Cost Estimate Form.
MINOR SUPPORT AMENITIES such as signs, benches, tables, drinking fountains, or fixed
bike racks and trash receptacles are commonly understood to be associated with a
RECREATION FEATURE .
Fold the cost of a MINOR SUPPORT AMENITY into the cost of its related RECREATION
FEATURE . For example: The GRANT SCOPE is “construction of a new playground”. The
GRANTEE will have the flexibility to construct or not construct a MINOR SUPPORT
AMENITY for the playground such as a bench, a sign, and a drinking fountain. The costs
of a MINOR SUPPORT AMENITY will be accepted as part of the construction of the new
playground. The construction of the new playground is the expected GRANT SCOPE
deliverable for PROJECT COMPLETION .
2. Providing a Cost E stimate on the Grant Scope/Cost Estimate Form.
See the ELIGIBLE COSTS charts starting on page 52 before creating a cost estimate.
Provide the concept level estimated cost for each RECREATION FEATURE and MAJOR
SUPPORT AMENITY described in the Grant Scope/Cost Estimate Form. The estimated
TOTAL PROJECT COST on the Grant Scope/Cost Estimate Form must equal the
estimated TOTAL PROJECT COST listed on the Application Form.
If there is an agreement for CONSERVATION CORPS services (Criterion #5C, pages 24,
51), the costs must be built into the lump-sum cost estimate; do not include as a
separate line item in the Grant Scope/Cost Estimate Form.
No more than 25% of the GRANT amount may be spent on PRE-CONSTRUCTION costs.
OGALS understands that actual costs may change during the course of a PROJECT .
In most cases, a revised G rant S cope /Cost Estimate Form is not required when
estimated costs fluctuate during the PROJECT . Contingency for costs can be built into
the lump-sum cost estimate; do not include as a separate line item in the G rant
S cope /Cost Estimate Form. The GRANT ADMINISTRATION GUIDE explains how
actual costs are documented and charged to the GRANT .
As a reminder, for APPLICATION purposes, limit the PROJECT to what can be
completed and open to the public at least three months before the end of the GRANT
PERFORMANCE PERIOD . TOTAL PROJECT COSTS are costs incurred by the GRANT
plus COMMITTED FUNDS only during the GRANT PERFORMANCE PERIOD . Do not
include costs for future phases.
Each RECREATION FEATURE and MAJOR SUPPORT AMENITY listed in the GRANT
SCOPE , and their related paths of travel from parking lots and roadsides, must be
designed to accommodate persons with disabilities per compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. §12101 et.seq.). Account for this
when preparing your GRANT SCOPE /Cost Estimate.
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GRANT SCOPE/C OST ESTIMATE FORM
Follow the directions starting on page 37
GRANT SCOPE ITEMS
ACQUISITIONS : List each parcel number, acreage, estimated
date of purchase, and cost
DEVELOPMENT : List each RECREATION FEATURE and MAJOR
SUPPORT AMENITY ESTIMATED COST
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
Total Estimated Cost for the RECREATION FEATURES and
MAJOR SUPPORT AMENITIES (A)
$
Total Estimated PRE -CONSTRUCTION COST (B) $
TOTAL P ROJECT COST (A+B) $
Requested GRANT Amount $
Estimated amount of the GRANT to be charged to PRE -
CONSTRUCTION COSTS (cannot exceed 25% of the GRANT )
$
The APPLICANT understands that this form will be used to establish the expected GRANT
deliverables; all of the RECREATION FEATURES and MAJOR SUPPORT AMENITIES listed
on this form must be completed and open to the public before the final GRANT payment
will be made. The APPLICANT also understands that no more than 25% of the GRANT
amount may be spent on PRE -CONSTRUCTION costs. See the ELIGIBLE COSTS charts
starting on page 52 before creating a cost estimate.
________________________________ ________
AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE Signature Date
FUNDING SOURCES FORM (CHECKLIST #6)
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FUNDING SOURCES FORM (CHECKLIST #6)
Use the Funding Source Form to identify each funding source by name and amount.
Note if the source is state, local city or county, federal, or private.
If the source is a loan, identify the type of loan. Please be mindful of Grant Contract
Provision N:
N. Use of Grant Monies (language below copied f rom Grant Contract Provisions)
GRANTEE shall not use any grant funds (including any portion thereof) for the
purpose of making any leverage loan, pledge, promissory note or similar financial
device or transaction, without: 1) the prior written approval of the STATE; and 2) any
financial or legal interests created by any such leverage loan, pledge, promissory
note or similar financial device or transaction in the project property shall be
completely subordinated to this CONTRACT through a Subordination Agreement
provided and approved by the STATE, signed by all parties involved in the
transaction, and recorded in the County Records against the fee title of the project
property.
Provide a commitment date for each funding source indicating when it was
committed to the PROJECT . All additional funds must be secured within four months
of the APPLICATION deadline. See the definition for COMMITTED FUNDS .
If the funding sources change during the course of the PROJECT , a revised form is
required within 30 days.
The TOTAL PROJECT COST listed at the bottom of this form must equal the estimated
TOTAL PROJECT COST listed on the Application Form and at the bottom of the GRANT
SCOPE /Cost Estimate Form.
FUNDING SOURCES FORM
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FUNDING SOURCES FORM
Funding Source Date COMMITTED Amount
Statewide Park Program GRANT Request TBD $
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
Grand Total All Funding Sources
(Estimated TOTAL PROJECT COST )
$
The APPLICANT understands that the PROJECT cannot be funded unless the requested
GRANT equals the estimated cost needed to complete the PROJECT , or, the requested
GRANT plus the total amount of additional COMMITTED FUNDS equals the estimated cost
of the PROJECT . If the GRANT is awarded, there will be no need for additional
fundraising. The PROJECT must be completed and open to the public before final GRANT
payment is processed. If funding sources change from the time of APPLICATION until
PROJECT COMPLETION , the APPLICANT understands this form must be updated within
30 days.
________________________________ ________
AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE Signature Date
PROJECT TIMELINE FORM (CHECKLIST #7)
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PROJECT TIMELINE FOR M (CHECKLIST #7)
The 2018 Bond Act/Proposition 68 Public Resources Code §80050 (c) requires a
“rigorous prequalification process to determine the capacity of a potential grant recipient
to…implement the project in a timely manner.”
The purpose of this “Project Timeline” requirement is to encourage APPLICANTS to
discuss the PROJECT and create a timeline with each agency that will have approval
responsibilities. For example: If another agency is responsible for approving a
construction permit, the estimated time period for obtaining the permit, along with the
agency’s name and a representative’s contact information, should be included in the
schedule.
Add any additional task requirements that are necessary to complete the
PROJECT .
For each task, identify the agency contact who reviewed the schedule and
agreed that “the estimated time period set aside to complete the task is
reasonable, absent any unforeseen circumstances”. If an item is already
complete with no issues, the right two columns can state “Item Complete”.
Not all tasks in the form are required to be complete by the time of appl ication;
however, the form serves as evidence that APPLICANTS are aware of potential
time periods for all PROJECT tasks.
Format Notes:
A different format may be used to expand the width of each column, and larger sized
paper up to 11x17 may be used. However, the following columns must remain in the
same order:
“Tasks”
“Start Date Month/Year”
“End Date Month/Year”
“Lead Agency…contact information”
“Notes about potential delays/issues”
As stated in the top left corner of the Form, the list of tasks may be adjusted or
reorganized based on each unique PROJECT .
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
PROJECT TIMELINE FORM
TASKS
The below list can be
adjusted/reorganized with tasks
added/removed unique to each
PROJECT .
START
DATE
(MM/YY)
END
DATE
(MM/YY)
LEAD AGENCY
responsible for
task and
contact
information
NOTES ABOUT ANY
POTENTIAL
DELAYS/ISSUES
1. Appraisal and Purchase
Agreement (for ACQUISITION )
2. Close of escrow (for
ACQUISITION )
3. Schematic/concept level
design with community-based
planning and ADA
(Americans with Disabilities
Act) considerations
4. Site risk assessment for
possible contaminants and
other complications
5. CEQA for the construction
scope
6. Engineer cost estimate
7. Consultation with
CONSERVATION CORPS to
consider feasibility
8. Construction Documents
(final design includes the
community based planning
results)
9. Construction Permits
10. Other permits (Note if
Department of Toxic
Substances Control, Division
of the State Architect, US
Army Corps of Engineers, or
other regulatory permits as
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TASKS
The below list can be
adjusted/reorganized with tasks
added/removed unique to each
PROJECT .
START
DATE
(MM/YY)
END
DATE
(MM/YY)
LEAD AGENCY
responsible for
task and
contact
information
NOTES ABOUT ANY
POTENTIAL
DELAYS/ISSUES
applicable to site, are
required)
11. Construction Bid Package
Preparation/start Bid Process
12. Bid Approval for Construction
13. Environmental
cleanup/remediation
14. Construction Period
15. Grand Opening/completed for
public use with grant
completion package (three
months before the end of the
GRANT PERFORMANCE
PERIOD ).
16. Thirty years of operation and
maintenance for public use.
Thirty years beginning
with APPROPRIATION
DATE
I certify that the above timeline has been created with input from each agency contact
listed in the right column above. The agency contacts for each milestone above have
reviewed the project concept, including its location and scope, and represent that the
time period estimated for the step “is reasonable absent any unforeseen
circumstances”.
________________________________ ________
AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE Signature Date
APPLICANT CAPACITY (CHECKLIST #8)
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APPLICANT CAPACITY (CHECKLIST #8)
The 2018 Bond Act/Proposition 68 Public Resources Code §80050 (c) requires a
“rigorous prequalification process to determine the fiscal and operational capacity of a
potential grant recipient…”
The purpose of this requirement is to evaluate the APPLICANT ’S capacity to achieve
PROJECT COMPLETION as well as 30 years of adequate operation and maintenance.
OGALS analyzes the APPLICANT ’S experience or capacity for PROJECT COMPLETION
and long-term operation and maintenance based on the PROJECT ’S design as well as
previous grant and operational experience. Using this example, if the PROJECT is a $3
million NEW PARK with long-term operation and maintenance costs that are low, OGALS
may have fewer questions for an APPLICANT with less experience or capacity. If the
PROJECT will build higher operation and maintenance cost facilities, and the APPLICANT
has less experience or capacity, OGALS may ask additional questions about revenue
sources.
OGALS recommends that APPLICANTS consider the projected monthly/annual operation
and maintenance costs. These costs include, but are not limited to, water and energy
utilities, staffing, repairs, etc. The projected annual cost compared to projected long
term funding sources for operation and maintenance must be considered . Another entity
can provide operation and maintenance services. However, the CONTRACT requires the
GRANTEE to ensure the park is operated and maintained and open to the public.
P rovide a response to the followi ng:
1. Describe up to three park or other construction projects completed by the
APPLICANT . Include:
project address
scope of work
total project cost
funding sources
start date, and date of completion
2. Provide an operation and maintenance budget breakdown (chart) showing the
monthly and annual total expected cost to operate and maintain this proposed
PROJECT (include utilities, routine repairs/upkeep, and staffing costs in the chart).
3. What are the planned funding sources to operate and maintain the proposed
PROJECT ?
4. Provide the weblink for a list of PARKS and facilities the APPLICANT currently
oversees. If a website is not available, please provide the list in this response.
OGALS may visit some of the APPLICANT ’S PARKS to review the level of ongoing
operation and maintenance.
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CEQA COMPLIANCE (CHECKLIST #9)
“CEQA ” is the California Environmental Quality Act as stated in the Public Resources
Code §21000 et seq.; Title 14 California Code of Regulations §15000 et seq. CEQA law
establishes policies and procedures that require entities to identify, disclose to decision
makers and the public, and attempt to lessen significant impacts to environmental and
historical resources that may occur as a result of an entity’s proposed PROJECT . For
more information see opr.ca.gov/ceqa/.
The APPLICANT should check with its local city or county planning agency for CEQA
compliance information.
Required CEQA documentation :
1. CEQA Compliance Certification Form.
2. Copy of the Notice of Exemption or the Notice of Determination that has been
filed or stamped by the County Clerk.
Development Only Projects
The CEQA compliance documentation listed above demonstrates project readiness at
the time of APPLICATION. If CEQA is not complete at the time of APPLICATION or submitted
within three months of the APPLICATION due date, the project may not be considered for
funding. OGALS may ask for updates and documents showing progress to determine if
the CEQA analysis is near completion.
The CEQA compliance documentation must give environmental clearance for the actual
construction of the PROJECT.
Acquisition and Development Combination Projects
For ACQUISITION and DEVELOPMENT combination projects, OGALS recognizes that
APPLICANTS often cannot conduct the CEQA analysis for the construction phase until after
the property is acquired. In these situations, CEQA compliance at the time of APPLICATION
may be for the ACQUISITION phase only. Items 1-2 above are required. CEQA compliance
for the PROJECT construction must be complete within six months of escrow closure. Be
mindful of the GRANT PERFORMANCE PERIOD that includes completion of both ACQUISITION
and DEVELOPMENT phases.
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State of California – The Natural Resources Agency
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
CEQA Compliance Certification
Grantee: _____________________________________________________________
Project Name: _________________________________________________________
Project Address: _______________________________________________________
Is the CEQA analysis complete? Yes No
What document was filed, or is expected to be filed for this project’s CEQA analysis:
(check one) Date complete/expected to be completed
Notice of Exemption (attach recorded copy if filed) ___________
Notice of Determination (attach recorded copy if filed) ___________
If CEQA is complete, and a Notice of Exemption or Notice of Determination was not
filed, attach a letter from the Lead Agency explaining why, certifying the project has
complied with CEQA and noting the date that the project was approved by the Lead
Agency.
Lead Agency Contact Information
Agency Name: _________________________________________________________
Contact Person: _______________________________________________________
Mailing Address: _______________________________________________________
Phone: ( ___ ) __________________ Email: _________________________________
Certification
I hereby certify that the above referenced Lead Agency has complied or will comply with
the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and that the project is described in
adequate and sufficient detail to allow the project’s construction or acquisition.
I further certify that the CEQA analysis for this project encompasses all aspects of the
work to be completed with grant funds.
_________________________ ________ ____________________
AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE Date AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE
(Signature) (Printed Name and Title)
FOR OGALS USE ONLY
CEQA Document Date Received PO Initials
NOE NOD
PROJECT SITE OWNE RSHIP, ACQUISITION, OR LEASE (CHECKLIST #10)
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PROJECT SITE OWNERSH IP, ACQUISITION, OR LEAS E (CHECKLIST #10)
The purpose of this requirement is to ensure the APPLICANT will have SITE CONTROL
that allows for PROJECT COMPLETION . PROJECTS may involve multiple parcels of land.
For example: An APPLICANT may own part of the PROJECT SITE , and is proposing to
acquire an ADJACENT parcel of land. More than one of the following scenarios may
apply. Provide the applicable item(s) below to show how the APPLICANT proposes to
have SITE CONTROL over the entire PROJECT SITE :
The land is already owned by the APPLICANT . Provide #1 below.
The land is not owned by the APPLICANT . The APPLICANT is proposing an
ACQUISITION to become the land owner. Provide #2 below.
The land is not owned by the APPLICANT . The APPLICANT will have a lease agreement
with the land owner (school district, utility land owners, etc.). Provide #3 below.
The land is not owned by the APPLICANT . The APPLICANT will do a “TURN -KEY” where
it completes the PROJECT then transfers Operation and Maintenance requirements to
an eligible grant land owner with approval from OGALS. Provide #4 below.
1. If the PROJECT site is owned in fee simple by the APPLICANT :
Provide a copy of the deed, or deed recordation number, or title report, or current
county assessor’s parcel map showing the APPLICANT owns the land.
2. If the APPLICANT is proposing an ACQUISITION to become the land owner :
Provide a county assessor’s parcel map showing the parcel(s) to be acquired
that match the parcel numbers listed on the Grant Scope/Cost Estimate Form.
Provide a letter from the land owner(s) indicating the intent to sell the property
subject to grant award. The letter does not need to include legally binding
language. Or, provide a document indicating the land is publicly for sale.
ACQUISITION of land from a willing seller is eligible for reimbursement. ACQUISITION
costs associated with condemnation or eminent domain are not eligible for
reimbursement.
The land’s sale price may be up to, but cannot exceed, fair market value. State funds may
not be used in part or whole to acquire property above fair market value. If OGALS
intends to award the GRANT , and before the GRANT contract will be issued, OGALS will
require an appraisal and a written concurrence of the appraisal by an independent third
party Certified General (AG) appraiser. orea.ca.gov provides a list of AG appraisers.
The E ligible Costs Chart on page 52 includes appraisals. Appraisal costs incurred
during the GRANT PERFORMANCE PERIOD can be reimbursed.
3 and 4 . See “Lease Agreement and TURN -K EY Agreements” at parks.ca.gov/spp .
These types of agreements are for PROJECTS where the land will not be owned
by the APPLICANT . The land must be owned by a public agency or utility and the
agreement must be approved by DPR.
CONCEPT LEVEL SITE PLAN (CHECKLIS T #11) TO
PHOTOS AND COPYRIGHT LICENSE A GREEMENT (CHECKLIST #12)
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CONCEPT LEVEL SITE P LAN (CHECKLIST #11 )
Provide a drawing showing where the RECREATION FEATURES and MAJOR SUPPORT
AMENITIES listed in the Grant Scope/Cost Estimate Form will be located in the park.
If the GRANT scope includes construction of a building(s)
Identify the proposed percentage of indoor versus outdoor space; no more than
50% of the overall PARK can be designated for indoor use through the PROJECT .
Identify the total square footage of the building and note the function and
approximate square footage of each space designated for recreation. For
community centers that are proposed for SPP grant funding, at least 75% of the
building’s square footage must be designed for recreation. Lobby areas,
hallways, meeting rooms, office space, storage, and restrooms do not count as
square footage designed for recreation.
PHOTOS AND COPYRIGHT LICENSE AGREEMENT (CHECKLIST #12)
In addition to giving reviewers a better understanding of the PROJECT SITE and
community, items 1 through 4 below may be used to report the “before and after”
accomplishments of GRANTEES .
Project S ite Photos
1. Provide up to four 8 ½” x 11” sheets with photos of the PROJECT SITE and its
surrounding area. Include captions to orientate the reviewer. Please include at
least one panoramic photo that captures as much of the PROJECT SITE as
possible with a background point of reference for potential “before and after”
photos.
Community Based Planning Photos (preferred) and Video Clips (optional)
2. Provide up to four 8 ½” x 11” sheets with photos of various Community Based
Planning MEETINGS per Project Selection Criteria 4 on page 20.
a. Photos of RESIDENTS actively providing ideas are preferred. The photos do
not need to include every RESIDENT that participated. Include a caption that
provides the date and location of the MEETING .
b. Optional: Video highlights of the MEETINGS or interviews with RESIDENTS . If
video highlights are included, please use at least 1080p resolution. Please
limit the total highlights to 5 minutes or less on the same flash drive with
photos. Video filming at the project site is preferred. The video highlights may
be featured in a statewide documentary about SPP. As a reminder, video
footage is only optional.
3. Include a flash drive of the same PROJECT SITE and Community Based Planning
photos. High-quality resolution is recommended such as 2048 x 1536 pixels.
OGALS may highlight awarded projects at ParksforCalifornia.org.
4. Provide one signed Copyright License Agreement (see next page) from the
APPLICANT that will cover all photos or video footage.
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hereafter called the "Material," a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit "A".
I, , am the creator of, and/or have acquired the intellectual
property rights to the Material, and hereby warrant that I have the authority to issue this license and
to authorize and release the Material for use by the California Department of Parks and Recreation
(the "Department") and its designated agents. I understand that the Department wants to use and
reuse the Material, as the Department deems appropriate.
I hereby grant to the Department an unrestricted, fully paid up, world wide, irrevocable, perpetual
license to use, reproduce, distribute, create derivative works, publicly display and perform the Material,
in whole or in part, in any manner, for any purpose and in any medium now known or hereinafter
invented. This right includes, but is not limited to, the right to copy, publish, distribute, alter and publicly
display the Material for education, interpretation, advertising and other purposes consistent with the
mission of the Department.
I understand that I will not receive any money for this license agreement, or for any use described
above. I understand that I will retain the copyrights to the Material, but hereby grant an unrestricted
license to the Department.
I release and discharge Department from any and all claims and demands arising out of, or in
connection with any use of the Material, including but not limited to, any and all claims of libel, moral
rights and invasion of privacy, and/or any claims under the Visual Artists Rights Act. I realize that I
cannot withdraw my consent after I sign this form and I realize this form is binding on me and my heirs,
legal representatives and assigns.
I am at least 18 years of age and have the right, ability and authority to enter this binding license
agreement.
DPR 992A (New 3/2003)(Excel 3/28/2003)
AGREED AND ACCEPTED
State of California -The Resources Agency
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
COPYRIGHT LICENSE AGREEMENT
PRINTED NAME OF PERSON SIGNING
ADDRESS
PHONE NO.
CITY/STATE/ZIP CODE
PHONE NO.EMAIL EMAIL
COPYRIGHT REGISTRATION NO.
BY DATE BY DATE
PRINTED NAME OF PERSON SIGNING
TITLE DISTRICT/SECTION
Department of Parks and Recreation
State of California
ITEM DESCRIPTION
PROJECT LOCATION MAP(S) (CHECKLIST #13) TO
CONSERVATION CORPS CONSULTATION PROCES S (CHECKLIST #15)
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PROJECT LOCATION MAP (S) (CHECKLIST #13)
Provide a map showing highway and street access to the PROJECT SITE.
Ensure the PROJECT SITE is clearly shown on the map.
NON -PROFIT REQUIREME NTS (CHECKLIST #14)
O nly for non -profit organization applicants
Please provide items 1-2 below:
1. Letter of Determination from the Internal Revenue Service indicating current
501(c)(3) status
2. First two pages of the NON -PROFIT ’S most recently filed federal 990 forms
The following are not required in the APPLICATION . OGALS reserves the right to request
the following four items at any time during the review process:
Articles of Incorporation Mission Statement Income statement showing revenue and expenditure projections for the next
calendar or fiscal year Balance sheet showing assets and liabilities for most recent Fiscal Year
CONSERVATION CORPS CONSULTATION P ROCESS (CHECKLIST #15)
Public Resources Code Section 80016 states “To the extent feasible, a project whose
application includes the use of services of the California Conservation Corps or certified
community conservation corps, as defined in Section 14507.5, shall be given prefe rence
for receipt of a grant under this division.”
The California Conservation Corps (CCC) and the California Association of Local
Conservation Corps (CALCC) developed this consultation process:
1. Applicants are encouraged to reach out to both the CCC and C ALCC as early as
possible before the APPLICATION deadline to obtain the required “Proposition 68
Corps Consultation Review Document.” The document and guidance can be
provided by the contacts below.
2. Email the “Proposition 68 Corps Consultation Review Docu ment” to both the
CCC and CALCC emails below.
3. After completing their consultation process, provide the “Corps Consultation
Review Document” in this APPLICATION submittal.
4. The response to Project Selection Criteria #5.C will also describe the agreed
services and cost estimate, if applicable.
Consultation Contacts:
California Conservation Corps Consultation Email: Prop68@ccc.ca.gov
Phone: (916) 341-3272
California Association of Local Conservation Corps Consultation
Email: Inquiry@Prop68CommunityCorps.org Phone: (916) 426-9170 x4
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III. Eligible Costs
This section provides rules and examples of ELIGIBLE COSTS for ACQUISITION and
DEVELOPMENT .
ACQUISITION Costs
The following chart provides examples of ELIGIBLE COSTS for ACQUISITION .
ACQUISITION COSTS
(Up to 100% of GRANT
Amount) EXAMPLES
Purchase price of the
property and other activities
necessary to complete the
ACQUISITION .
Appraisals, surveys
Preliminary title reports
Title insurance fees
Escrow fees and purchase price
Relocation costs: costs resulting in displacement
of tenants (not willing sellers or GRANTEES )
pursuant to Government Code §§7260 – 7277.
If the GRANT is not paying for relocation costs,
the GRANTEE must ensure that the willing seller
is paying displaced tenants in compliance with
Government Code §§7260 – 7277.
Employee services: see accounting rules for
employee services explained in the GRANT
ADMINISTRATION GUIDE .
PROJECT /GRANT administration and accounting
DEVELOPMENT Costs
DEVELOPMENT includes PRE -CONSTRUCTION COSTS and CONSTRUCTION COSTS .
PRE -CONSTRUCTION is the phase that includes planning, design, construction
documents, and permits necessary before construction can begin. No more than 25% of
the GRANT amount may be spent on PRE -CONSTRUCTION COSTS .
For the purpose of the GRANT , PRE -CONSTRUCTION COSTS occur:
during the planning, design, and permit phase of the PROJECT , before
construction can begin, and
end when ground-breaking construction activities such as site preparation,
grading, or gutting begins.
CONSTRUCTION COSTS start when:
ground-breaking construction activities such as site preparation, grading, or
gutting begins after the necessary PRE-CONSTRUCTION phase has concluded.
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PRE -CONSTRUCTION A ND CONSTRUCTION COST S
The following charts provide examples of ELIGIBLE COSTS for PRE -CONSTRUCTION and
CONSTRUCTION COSTS.
P RE-
CONSTRUCTION
COSTS
(Maximum 25% of GRANT
amount) ELIGIBLE COSTS EXAMPLES
Costs incurred during the
planning, design, and
permit phase of the
project, before
construction begins.
Community based planning MEETINGS /focus
groups/design workshop costs. May include
multi-lingual translation, materials etc.
Plans, specifications, construction documents,
and cost estimates
Permits
CEQA
SITES Certification or LEED Certification
Premiums on hazard and liability insurance to
cover personnel or property
Fidelity bond premium cost
Bid packages
Employee services: see accounting rules for
employee services explained in the GRANT
ADMINISTRATION GUIDE .
PROJECT /GRANT administration (excluding
grant writing) and accounting.
CONSTRUCTION
COSTS
(Up to 100% of GRANT
Amount) ELIGIBLE COSTS EXAMPLES
Costs incurred during the
construction phase of the
PROJECT when ground-
breaking construction
activities such as site
preparation, grading, or
gutting begins.
Site preparation, grading, gutting, demolition
Foundation work
Purchase and installation of permanent
equipment: playground equipment, benches,
signs, display boards, sounds systems, video
equipment, etc.
Construction supplies and materials: may be
drawn from central stock if claimed costs are no
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Costs incurred during the
construction phase of the
PROJECT when ground-
breaking construction
activities such as site
preparation, grading, or
gutting begins.
higher than supplies or materials purchased
elsewhere.
Construction equipment owned by GRANTEE :
equipment owned by the grantee may be charged
to the grant for each use. Rental rates published
by the California Department of Transportation
may be used as a guide. For audit purposes, a
report or source document must describe the work
performed, indicate the hours used, relate the use
to the GRANT SCOPE , and must be signed by the
operator or supervisor.
Construction equipment rented or purchased
by GRANTEE : equipment may be rented or
purchased, whichever is the most economical use
of GRANT funds. For purchased equipment, the
GRANT will pay for the rental price equivalent in
proportion to the time the purchased equipment is
used on the GRANT SCOPE . (Rental rates
published by the California Department of
Transportation may be used as a guide.) The
GRANT will pay for the total cost of the equipment if
the purchase price is less than the rental price
equivalent. Any funds earned by the GRANTEE
from the sale of equipment purchased with the
GRANT must be spent on the PROJECT .
Construction management: including site
inspections, scheduling mobilization, directing
equipment, materials, and construction personnel.
Employee services: see accounting rules for
employee services explained in the GRANT
ADMINISTRATION GUIDE .
PROJECT /GRANT administration and accounting
Miscellaneous costs: other costs incurred during
the construction phase, such as transporting
materials, equipment, personnel, communications
and landscape establishment periods.
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INELIGIBLE COSTS
INELIGIBLE
COSTS EXAMPLES OF INELIGIB LE COSTS
Cannot be
charged to the
GRANT
Outside PARK /PROJECT SITE boundaries: streets, traffic
lights, or other infrastructure not located within the
PARK /PROJECT SITE .
Outside the GRANT PERFORMANCE PERIOD : costs incurred
before or after the GRANT PERFORMANCE PERIOD .
Projects imposed on an APPLICANT through legal
mitigation
Indirect costs: overhead business expenses of the
GRANTEE ’S fixed or ordinary operating costs: (rent, mortgage
payments, property taxes, utilities, office supplies).
Fundraising
Food
Grant Writing
Operation and Maintenance, moveable equipment
Record keeping discrepancies
Charging employee services without documentation of
actual time spent on the project
Lack of source documents (no evidence of invoices, bid
process, payment receipts, etc.)
See GRANT ADMINISTRATION GUIDE ’S “Accounting
Requirements” for additional guidance
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IV. Appendices
TECHNICAL ASSISTANC E FOR APPLICANTS
This page summarizes the assistance available to APPLICANTS .
To ensure a fair process, OGALS’ SPP experts will provide all APPLICANTS with correct
and consistent guidance.
OGALS’ SPP experts have experience gained through reviewing 900 statewide
applications requesting $2.9 billion through ROUNDS One and Two.
All statewide APPLICANTS are encouraged to access the following:
Application Workshops by OGALS
For each ROUND , over fifteen Application Workshops will be offered throughout
California. OGALS’ SPP experts will give a page-by-page review of this Application
Guide. The workshops are in-person and are highly interactive. Questions are
encouraged to promote an exchange of ideas.
Access to Program E xperts
OGALS’ SPP experts will strive to give outstanding customer service to all APPLICANTS .
APPLICANTS are encouraged to call, email, or schedule in-person meetings when
guidance is needed. A list of OGALS’ SPP experts will be available at parks.ca.gov/spp.
Assistance with Incomplete Application Documents
OGALS may contact APPLICANTS to explain what corrections are needed. OGALS does
not automatically disqualify an APPLICATION if a document is incomplete or needs a
correction with the exception of the Project Selection Criteria.
OGALS’ SPP experts can also preview documents before the APPLICATION deadline.
Strengths and Weaknesses
APPLICANTS that do not receive a grant award can get “strengths and weaknesses”
feedback based on the Project Selection Criteria at the end of the ROUND . This
feedback may be useful to APPLICANTS if another ROUND of funding is available.
Grant Administration Workshop
APPLICANTS who receive a grant award will attend a mandatory GRANT administration
workshop. During the workshop, OGALS and DPR auditors will provide an in-depth
review of the GRANT ADMINISTRATION GUIDE that explains the requirements and forms
necessary for administration. OGALS staff are also available to answer administrative
questions through PROJECT COMPLETION .
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PROJECT SELECTION CR ITERIA GUIDANCE
This section gives technical assistance for Project Selection Criteria 1 through 9 found
on pages 15 to 31.
PROJECT SELECTION CR ITERI ON 1 {CRITICAL LACK OF PAR K SPACE } ON P AGE
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PROJECT SELECTION CR ITERION 2 {SIGNIFICANT POVERTY } ON P AGE 16
The FactFinder Handbook at parks.ca.gov/spp includes visual examples and tips to
select a competitive origin of the half -mile radius.
The APPLICANT may choose any point in or on the boundary of the proposed PROJECT
SITE to locate the origin of the half-mile radius.
The use of the half-mile radius helps steer APPLICANTS towards placing projects in
areas that best meet the program’s highest priority. The FactFinder’s half-mile radius
uniformly quantifies the ratio of PARK SPACE per 1,000 residents, number of residents
below poverty, and median household income in PROXIMITY to projects using consistent
data available statewide.
If the radius were larger, it could encompass higher income areas, or greater
PARK acreage areas, which would disadvantage or disqualify many statewide
APPLICATIONS .
It is understood that some PROJECTS may attract visitors who live outside the half-
mile radius and are able to travel from greater distances to the proposed PROJECT
SITE . This may be described in Project Selection Criteria 9(A and B) on page 31.
Describe CHALLENGES not captured by the FactFinder in Criteria 9(A) on page 31.
For the APPLICATION to be eligible, the community within PROXIMITY of the PROJECT
SITE must meet one of the following conditions based on the Community FactFinder
Report:
Has a ratio of less than 3 acres of PARK SPACE per 1,000 residents.
OR
Has a median household income lower than $51,026, (80% of the statewide
average) which means it is a disadvantaged community as defined by subdivision
(g) of §75005 of the Public Resources Code. See Project Selection Criteria 2(A).
Only one of the above conditions must be met for the APPLICATION to be eligible. Both
are not required.
Proposition 68 (2018 Bond Act) §80008(a)(1) requires that at least $130,055,000 of the
$650,275,000 is allocated to projects in severely disadvantaged communities with a
median household income below $38,270 (60% of the statewide average).
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For the APPLICATION to be eligible, the proposed PROJECT must create at least one
NEW RECREATION OPPORTUNITY .
NEW PARKS
Qualifies as a NEW PARK : Land zoned or designated to become a PARK , but not yet
developed and open to the public prior to the current ROUND ’S SPP APPLICATION
due date.
Does not qualify as a NEW PARK : Land developed and open to the public as a PARK
or ADJACENT to an EXISTING PARK before the SPP APPLICATION due date. If there is
an EXISTING PARK next to or across the street from the project, regardless of which
agency owns the EXISTING PARK , the project will qualify as an EXPANSION .
In built-out communities, a NEW PARK can be created by acquiring and demolishing
a blighted building. Or, a street can be vacated and permanently redeveloped into a
PARK .
EXPAND EXISTING PARKS
To EXPAND an EXISTING PARK , the PROJECT will acquire or develop land that is
currently not part of the ADJACENT EXISTING PARK boundary. This includes adding
new acreage of PARK SPACE that is easily accessible next to or across the street
from an EXISTING PARK , regardless of which agency owns the EXISTING PARK .
If a project will EXPAND an EXISTING PARK , the APPLICANT has the option but is not
required to also improve the EXISTING PARK area. The APPLICATION will qualify and
score as ‘Expand an Existing Park’ for this criterion.
RENOVATE EXISTING PARKS
The PROJECT must add or RENOVATE a RECREATION FEATURE . Examples of
RECREATION FEATURES are listed on page 5.
Including a community center or gymnasium building in NEW , EXPANDED , or EXISTING
PARKS :
If the PROJECT will create a new community center or gymnasium building, or
increase square footage of an existing recreation building, at least half of the entire
PARK must be designated for outdoor recreation and open space.
The intent of this program is to create, EXPAND , or improve PARKS. Community
centers not in, or ADJACENT to a PARK, are ineligible.
Improving an existing community center that is not in a PARK is ineligible.
The construction of a new community center that is not part of a new PARK , or
next to an EXISTING PARK , or in an EXISTING PARK , is ineligible.
Community centers and gymnasium buildings are eligible as long as they are related
to a PARK .
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Effective, highly used and safe PARKS are designed using significant community input.
APPLICANTS are encouraged to partner with community based organizations that can
help engage the RESIDENT S during the community based planning MEETINGS .
The purpose of having meetings is to promote a group dynamic, with participants
building upon the ideas of one another. Engaging and interactive group discussions
can lead to a more in-depth understanding of what the RESIDENTS need.
A survey may be used during the process, but a survey by itself is not a MEETING.
Different types of creative MEETINGS can be used for PARK planning and DESIGN , such
as:
Focus groups
DESIGN workshops
PARK DESIGN activities with students at the schools nearest to the PROJECT
Schedule convenient locations and times for the RESIDENTS using cost effective
approaches, such as:
1. MEETING locations preferably within walking distance for the RESIDENTS , such as
“sidewalk meetings” at the proposed PROJECT SITE . APPLICANTS or a partnering
community group can set up a banner, easels, and tables on a Saturday morning
and knock door-to-door inviting residents to join neighbors and discuss PARK
DESIGN ideas. In addition to meetings at the PROJECT SITE ,
neighborhood/community based organizations and schools may let you use their
meeting space.
2. Have MEETINGS where RESIDENTS will already be present. For example, facilitate
MEETINGS with students in their classes or add to the agendas of
neighborhood/community based organization MEETINGS where RESIDENTS will be
available. Use community festivals, cook-outs, and other events that attract
RESIDENTS .
3. Schedule multiple MEETINGS to accommodate RESIDENTS with different
employment and family schedules, including weekend or evening hours.
It is recognized that in some cases the PROJECT may be driven by a general or park
master plan process. Meetings may have occurred years ago. If a potential project
concept is driven by a previous plan, the applicant should take the plan design and
ground-truth it with the current RESIDENTS following goals 1-3 on page 23 in order to
obtain maximum points. Some parts of goals 1-3 may lead to design enhancements.
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Inviting the RESIDENTS is an important factor for attendance. If they do not know about
the MEETINGS , they will not come. Involving a BROAD REPRESENTATION of RESIDENTS
to DESIGN the PARK ensures that it will meet the diverse needs of the community.
Different types of methods can be used to invite and encourage RESIDENTS to
participate. Each of the following examples would count as one method:
1. Providing incentives to attend is a technique that agencies have used to
increase turnout. Make the incentives clear in the invitations.
2. Partner with community leaders and organizations to assist with outreach.
3. Post flyers in high foot traffic areas such as bus stops, major intersections,
stores, schools, community centers, and libraries. Provide invitations and
meeting materials in predominantly-spoken languages in the community. If
needed, have an interpreter present at meetings.
4. Door-to-door in-person invitations.
5. Mail invitations that may include surveys (same language idea noted above).
6. Notices distributed at local schools.
7. Scheduling one or more MEETINGS where RESIDENTS will already be present
counts as one method for inviting RESIDENTS .
The cumulative effect of the MEETINGS should result in a BROAD REPRESENTATION
of residents. For example, meeting with youth at a school, seniors at a center, or
parents at a PTA meeting may not get you a BROAD REPRESENTATION in each
meeting, but when each meeting is added with others, the combination does.
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Structure the MEETINGS following the minimum goals of Criteria 4(c) starting on page
22.
Goal 1 is for the RESIDENTS to select their RECREATION FEATURE(S). See the 3 point
scoring description on page 23. Keep in mind that “not limited to a few
predetermined options presented by the APPLICANT ” means the RESIDENTS were
given a blank slate as a starting point.
Using easels or other means for the RESIDENTS to provide visuals (e.g. sketches) of
their ideas is an effective way to enable the RESIDENTS to DESIGN the PARK .
Engage children at the meetings by providing them with pictures, stickers and art
materials or other tools to articulate ideas. Some children may also add to group
discussions.
For Goal 2, RESIDENTS will often have practical ideas about locating features. For
example, a parent may suggest playgrounds further away from streets or near
spectator bleachers.
For Goal 3, public art or beautification ideas can link with Criteria 5 and 9(B).
To help the RESIDENTS prioritize the selection of their preferred RECREATION
FEATURE(S), make budget limitations and projections clear to RESIDENTS . The
MEETINGS will take place before the APPLICATION is sent to OGALS. Make it clear to
RESIDENTS that this program may be highly competitive, funding is not guaranteed,
and be prepared to discuss other options.
The community based planning process can also be used to obtain RESIDENTS ’
input on the topics detailed in Criteria 5 through 9.
4(c) Eligibility Criteria – Community Based Planning for Safe Public Use
For the APPLICATION to be eligible, the proposed PROJECT DESIGN must include
RESIDENTS ’ ideas to ensure safe public use. See Goal 3 described above.
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Resident Employment or Volunteers
This criterion encourages and is designed to give RESIDENTS a sense of “ownership” to
increase the use, safety, and care for their PARK . The criterion also provides
opportunities to help build resumes for career pathways.
A combination, or just one, of these meaningful examples can be used to benefit at
least twenty RESIDENTS and/or CORPSMEMBERS to obtain the 3 points:
Outreach to RESIDENTS during community based planning (youth leadership and
community organizing)
MEETINGS assistance
Plant trees in the PARK
Make art tiles and add them to walls or walkways in the PARK
Paint murals or install mosaics
Training for RESIDENTS provided by contractors
Create a community garden
Create or restore natural habitat
Other employment or volunteer OUTDOOR LEARNING OPP ORTUNI TIES with
designing, landscaping, or constructing the park.
For example, 5 youth taught to lead community based planning, landscaping by 5
CORPSMEMBERS, and 10 RESIDENTS creating public art reaches the goal of benefiting
20 RESIDENTS and/or CORPSMEMBERS.
The employment or volunteer opportunities must occur by PROJECT
COMPLETION . (Not long term operation/programs after PROJECT COMPLETION .)
CONSERVATION C ORPS Consultation Process
Use of the Corps Consultation Process is voluntary; however, to receive the 3 points,
APPLICANTS must follow the “Corps Consultation Process for Proposition 68”
established by the California Conservation Corps (CCC) and California Association of
Local Conservation Corps (CALCC).
Use the instructions on page 51, Checklist Item 15. It is recommended that consultation
begin more than one month prior to the APPLICATION deadline.
If either the CCC or CALCC offers to work on the PROJECT , but the APPLICA NT does not
agree to use any of the CONSERVATION CORPS ’ offered services, 0 points will be
awarded. Prop 68 Public Resources Code §80016 gives preference to PROJECTS that
include use of CONSERVATION CORPS services.
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The 2018 Bond Act (Proposition 68) Public Resources Code §80001 (a)(5)) declared
“The California Center for Public Health Advocacy estimates that inactivity and obesity
cost California over forty billion dollars annually through increased health care costs and
lost productivity due to obesity-related illnesses, and [investments in infrastructure
improvements to promote physical activity] would result in significant savings.”
Partnerships involving the HEALTH sector are encouraged. California’s Statewide
Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) has identified Park and HEALT H
ORGANIZATIONS as having mutual goals for using recreation to improve HEALTH and
wellness. ParksforCalifornia.org.
“HEALTH ORGANIZATION ” is broadly defined to mean a government, foundation or
community-based organization, or private entity with a primary mission of promoting
community design principles supporting physical activity, active transportation, social
and mental wellness, nutrition, housing-related anti-displacement strategies, and a
thriving environment.
To form new partnerships with the HEALTH sector, APPLICANTS may want to consider
local health departments, health insurance companies or local hospitals and clinics,
NON -PROFIT health advocates or community-based organizations, and even statewide
or national health foundations.
Public Resources Code §80001(b)(2) gives priority to PROJECTS that “leverage private,
federal, or local funding or produce the greatest benefit .” PROJECTS that “produce the
greatest benefit” are prioritized through a statewide analysis of all Project Selection
Criteria 1 through 9 responses.
There is no point advantage for greater amounts of COMMITTED FUNDS . Cash
contributions are not required to receive the maximum 3 points.
Partners can donate volunteer services or materials without a cash contribution. For
example: a partner assisting with outreach and MEETINGS with RESIDENTS (see
Criterion #4 Technical Assistance) can count as one point, a partner contributing
materials can count as a second point, and a partner leading a PARK beautification
effort such as public art can count as a third point.
Other examples can include partial or full donation of land, and grants or other funding
contributions from an agency other than the APPLICANT until PROJECT COMPLETION .
Time period: To receive up to three points, the partnership contributions will occur
between June 5, 2018 until PROJECT COMPLETION . Do not include operation and
maintenance and long-term programs after PROJECT COMPLETION .
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Criteria 7(A)(3)
A potential resource guide for recycled material content is available at the
CalRecycle website: calrecycle.ca.gov.
“Separation and recycling of recoverable materials” may include the recycling of
demolished buildings, concrete, wood, or steel that will be removed when creating a
NEW PARK .
Criteria 7(A)(4)
The “California Invasive Plants Inventory” published by the California Invasive Plant
Council may be helpful: cal-ipc.org/plants/inventory.
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In addition to the four sustainable techniques that are listed in Criteria 7(A), the
PROJECT will need to include three more techniques for efficient use of energy, water,
and other natural resources, in order to obtain the maximum 7 points.
Other natural resource conservation and ecological techniques include but are not
limited to:
1. Create iconic “place-making” with native vegetation landscapes and locally crafted
RECREATION FEATURES .
2. Create RECREATION FEATURES using locally sourced materials to reduce
environmental impacts from global transportation.
3. Replace blighted property with a PARK to beautify the community.
4. Create a recreational greenbelt or trail within the PROJECT SITE that also serves as
off-street commuting and interconnectivity between neighborhoods
5. Use of rapidly renewable (harvested within a ten year cycle) building materials;
agrifiber, linoleum, wheatboard, strawboard, bamboo, and wool or cotton insulation.
6. Use of certified wood (environmentally responsible forest management certified by
the Forest Stewardship Council)
7. Reduce urban heat island effects
8. Preserve special status trees. Preserve and restore native wildlife habitat
9. Protect and restore riparian and wetland buffers
10. Repair or restore damaged or lost streams, wetlands and coastal habitat
11. For buildings, using any of the following qualifies as a technique. a) Energy efficient
outdoor lighting, solar tubes, skylights, and skylids for indoor lighting. b) Design and
locate buildings considering sun orientation for heating, cooling and lighting needs.
c) Minimize building heating and cooling requirements with vegetation on roof-tops
or use of shade trees. d) Comprehensive building insulation. e) Cooling/heating
system efficiency f) Low flow water fixtures.
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REDUCTION AND CARBON SEQUESTRATION } ON PAGE 28
The 2018 Bond Act’s PRC §80001(b)(7) encourages measurement of carbon emission
reductions and carbon sequestrations for Greenhouse Gas Reduction.
If the PROJECT involves tree planting, provide an estimate of the amount of trees to be
planted and any other details regarding tree planting known at the time of APPLICATION .
If the GRANT is awarded, and before PROJECT COMPLETION , GRANTEES may be
required to report the following information about the PROJECTS :
Tree species
Size of trees at planting
Information on the distance and direction to the nearest building (if applicable)
Information on the age and climate control of any nearby buildings (if applicable)
Information about the tree’s growing conditions
The i-Tree site at planting.itreetools.org. may be used as a measurement tool for
GRANTEES .
If the PROJECT does not involve tree planting, state “the PROJECT does not involve tree
planting” in the response to Project Selection Criteria 7(B)(1), and select an alternate
technique. Examples for alternative techniques are listed on the previous page above.
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SITES -certified l andscapes
Help reduce water demand, filter and reduce stormwater runoff, provide wildlife
habitat, reduce energy consumption, improve air quality, improve human health
and increase outdoor recreation opportunities.
Information on the SITES program is located at:
sustainablesites.org/certification-guide.
LEED Certified Buildings
Includes construction or renovation of a building larger than 2,000 gross square
feet can achieve LEED Certification.
Information on the LEED program is located at usgbc.org.
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For the APPLICATION to be eligible, hours of operation following PROJECT COMPLETION
must accommodate DAILY ACCESS .
Hours of Operation: Holidays are excluded from DAILY ACCESS considerations.
Weather is also excluded because weather (such as snow) cannot be controlled.
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Fees: Fees can be a barrier for access. APPLICANTS are encouraged to find partners or
have an operation plan that will offset the need to charge fees to the general public for
PROJECTS funded by this program.
To compare daily fees with monthly fees, the daily fee will be multiplied by 30. For
example, if the daily entrance fee is $1, it would be calculated as $30 per month for
DAILY ACCESS .
Activity or program fees/league registration fee: If the activity or permit fee is
required at all times to enter and use the project, then it does affect the score. For
example, if the PROJECT is a soccer field, and only soccer teams can use the field by
permit, then the fee charged to join the team/league counts. Using the same example,
if the general public can use the soccer field without paying, indicate when the field
will be available for the general public.
Fees based on residency: GRANTEES cannot apply differences in admission or other
fees on the basis of residence for state-funded projects.
Fees based on income: For the purposes of this program, the entrance or
membership fee will be calculated based on what any person would pay to be able to
use the PARK before having to prove they are affected by poverty. APPLICANTS should
consider members of the public affected by poverty as the baseline for determining
what the fee will be for everyone.
Parking fees: If the only way to enter the PARK is by driving, the parking fee will count
as a DAILY ACCESS entrance fee. If pedestrians can easily enter the PARK without
paying to enter, the parking fee would not affect the score.
Costs to use certain RECREATION FEATURES : If the majority of the grant request will
pay for one or more facilities that are f ree, the $0 charge will be considered. If a facility
with an entrance fee is the majority cost of the grant request, the entrance fee will be
considered when evaluating the response. This includes nighttime lighting fees.
Rental fees for parties or other special functions: Rental costs that are not part of
a facility’s usual daily entrance fees are excluded from the fee calculation.
Fixed fee rate during the 30 year contract performance period: Grantees can
contact OGALS if inflation affects the rate in this criterion over the 30 years.
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Review the definition for CHALLENGES and use it as a guide to describe the
community’s story. Criteria 9(A) is the APPLICANT ’S chance to describe the need for the
PROJECT not covered by the data found in the Community FactFinder. There may be
other circumstances affecting the need for the PROJECT in addition to the examples
listed in the definition for CHALLENGES . If so, describe those circumstances as well.
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31
Projects that will meet multiple needs of youth, seniors, and families will be more
competitive than ones that provide a single use for a more limited group. The
community-based planning MEET INGS with youth, seniors, and families should result in
the DESIGN of a PARK that will benefit their HEALTH and quality of life. Consider how the
DESIGN of the PARK will improve each of these conditions:
Recreational Conditions - to benefit the HEALTH and quality of life for youth, seniors,
and families. PARKS can provide places for individual or team sports, jogging or walking,
and other exercise that can improve HEALTH and help prevent obesity and diabetes.
PARKS can provide space for community gardens that can support intergenerational
recreation, and fruits and vegetables grown by RESIDENTS in PARKS could support
healthy eating.
Social Conditions - to benefit the HEALTH and quality of life for youth, seniors, and
families. PARKS can support places where YOUTH AT HIGH RISK can be mentored,
seniors socialize, and families bond.
Cultural Conditions - to benefit the HEALTH and quality of life for youth, seniors, and
families. Performing arts facilities can support cultural recreation such as dance,
theater, and music, which can improve the HEALTH and quality of life for all. Cultural
conditions can be improved through public art in PARKS such as mosaics, murals, and
sculptures that reflect and celebrate the history and diverse cultures of surrounding
neighborhoods. Older existing PARKS may have their own unique histories which can be
told through public art.
Environmental Conditions - to benefit the HEALTH and quality of life for youth, seniors,
and families. A NEW PARK can improve the appearance of a community by replacing
blighted properties with green space and “placemaking” design. Beautification of
existing PARKS through landscaping or public art can also enhance the community’s
appearance. Environmental design techniques can also be used to improve the
community’s environment.
Educational Conditions - to benefit the HEALTH and quality of life for youth, seniors,
and families. PARKS can support places where RESIDENTS can be tutored, coached,
and taught a wide range of HEALTH and life skills. History of the area can be taught
through panels or public art. The PROJECT ’s environmental design techniques can also
be interpreted to show how energy and water can be conserved.
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Economic Conditions – to benefit RESIDENTS ’ HEALTH and quality of life. Consider
the following for the “Economic” section of Project Selection Criterion 9 (B) on page 31.
Employment to Improve Economic Conditions
S kills that RESIDENTS and/or CORPSMEMBERS can gain through Project Selection
Criterion 5 on page 24 may lead to new career pathways. Additionally, some PARKS will
generate new long-term employment opportunities after PROJECT COMPLETION . Using
the PROJECT to create career pathways for RESIDENTS affected by poverty can help
meet the intent of Public Resources Code §80001(b)(1)) cited below.
Advancing Solutions that Prevent Displacement
Public Resources Code §80001(b)(1)) of the 2018 Bond Act (Prop. 68) states: “To the
extent practicable, priority for grant funding under this division will be given to a project
that advances solutions to prevent displacement.”
When an economically disadvantaged community experiences new for-profit real estate
investments, RESIDENTS affected by poverty may be priced out of their homes.
In the response to the “Economic” section on page 31, describe the following:
If RESIDENTS are vulnerable to “displacement”, describe a plan to partner with an
organization(s) that supports “housing-related anti-displacement strategies.” The
Prevention Institute’s report titled Healthy Development Without Displacement:
Realizing the Vision of Healthy Communities for All gives helpful technical
assistance. “Housing-Related Anti-Displacement Strategies” are listed on page 22
of the Prevention Institute’s report. Additional technical assistance will be posted at
parks.ca.gov/spp.*
If RESIDENTS are not vulnerable to “displacement”, explain why. For example, is
there a lack of current or planned real estate investments that would price-out
economically disadvantaged RESIDENTS from their homes? Or, is there effective
affordable housing support already in-place? Or, are the RESIDENTS considered an
economically secure community? If there are clear reasons why “displacement” is
not applicable, a description about advancing displacement solutions is not needed.
*How can a PARK PROJECT “advance solutions to prevent displacement?”
PARK DESIGN MEETINGS (Project Selection Criterion 4 on page 20) can attract
RESIDENTS, agencies, and organizations to work together, leading to innovative
partnerships. During site visits for ROUNDS One and Two of this program, the SPP team
met RESIDENTS who shared excitement about the MEETINGS held in their
neighborhoods for PARK DESIGN . RESIDENTS said the MEETINGS in their neighborhoods
helped them feel connected with local government. It also helped them meet other
neighbors with similar community service interests. When RESIDENTS work together to
transform land into a vibrant PARK , it becomes a symbol of community pride and fosters
a belief that they can make a difference with other issues in their neighborhoods.
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PROJECT SELECTION CR ITERION 9(C) {READIN ESS} ON PAGE 31
Applicants will demonstrate project readiness by completing and meeting the intent of
all APPLICATION requirements listed in the Application Checklist per page 11.
PROJECT SELECTION CR ITERIA REQ UIREMENTS
To ensure there is a clear understanding of required deliverables for PROJECT
COMPLETION , avoid discussing future phases in your response to the Project Selection
Criteria/APPLICATION . Only discuss elements that will be completed within the GRANT
PERFORMANCE PERIOD using the GRANT plus COMMITTED FUNDS .
If the GRANT is awarded, responses to the Criteria listed below will be included in a
“Project Status Report” sent to GRANTEES every six months until PROJECT
COMPLETION . This serves as a reminder of what the APPLICANT committed to during the
competitive process.
Criterion 4(c) (residents’ ideas that will be included)
Criterion 5 (employment or learning opportunities)
Criterion 7 (environmental design)
Criterion 8 (fees and hours of operation)
Criterion 9 (b) (project benefits)
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DEFINITIONS FOR ALL WORDS AND T ERMS IN SMALL CAPS
ACQUISITION – to gain ownership of land or obtain a permanent easement. A lease or
rental is not considered ACQUISITION .
ADJACENT – property next to or across the street from a PARK that existed before the
APPROPRIATION DATE .
APPLICANT – an entity requesting GRANT funding through a competitive process.
APPLICATION – the required attachments listed in the Application Checklist on page 11.
APPROPRIATION DATE – begins on July 1st of the State fiscal year when program
funding is authorized by the legislature.
AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE – the position appointed by the APPLICANT ’S governing
body to sign all required GRANT documents. The AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE can
designate an alternate by informing OGALS in writing.
BROAD REPRESENTATION – inclusion of DESIGN ideas from RESIDENTS that may have
different recreational needs, including youth, seniors, and families. Inclusion of people
with disabilities, single adults, and immigrants are also encouraged. Sole involvement of
an advocacy group or league likely to promote a specific RECR EATION FEATURE does
not meet this intent.
CEQA – the California Environmental Quality Act as stated in the Public Resources
Code §21000 et seq.; Title 14 California Code of Regulations §15000 et seq.
opr.ca.gov/ceqa
CHALLENGES – conditions present in a community affecting the HEALTH and quality of
life for YOUTH AT HIGH RISK , seniors, and families. Examples include a lack of safe and
affordable recreational opportunities, low performing schools, poverty, high crim e rates,
brown fields, residential overcrowding, and physical barriers such as freeways and
rivers disconnecting neighborhoods.
COMMITTED FUNDS – the APPLICANT has secured all additional funds needed to
complete the PROJECT . Secured funds are cash in hand or having a contract or other
binding agreement with another entity(s) obligating the additional funds. Future
fundraising plans are not COMMITTED FUNDS .
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CONSERVATION CORPS –
California Conservation Corps (CCC) – a State workforce development program
that employs 18-25 year-olds for environmental conservation or enhancement
projects, fire protection, and emergency response. ccc.ca.gov
California Association of Local Conservation Corps (CALCC) – non-profit
organizations certified by the California Conservation Corps to provide
community and conservation work, education, and job training. calocalcorps.org
CORPSMEMBERS – youth enrolled in the California Conservation Corps and/or
Community Conservation Corps, as defined by Public Resources Code 14507.5
CONSTRUCTION COSTS – costs incurred starting when ground-breaking construction
activities such as site preparation, grading, or gutting begins, and continuing to the end
of the GRANT PERFORMANCE PERIOD .
CONTRACT – an agreement specifying the GRANT obligations between the GRANTEE
and DPR.
COVERED PARKS – a large shade or snow protection structure over sports fields, courts,
or playgrounds in areas of the State where weather would otherwise diminish seasonal
outdoor recreation.
CRITICALLY UNDERSERVED COMMUNITY – an area within PROXIMITY of a PROJECT
SIT E that has a ratio of less than 3 acres of PARK SPACE per 1,000 residents, or a
median household income below $51,026 based on the response to Project Selection
Criteria 1 or 2.
DAILY ACCESS – after PROJECT COMPLETION , youth, seniors, and families affected by
poverty can use the PROJECT seven days a week with no fees or affordable fees.
DESIGN – preliminary PROJECT concepts and drawings achieved through the
community based planning MEETINGS , before the completion of engineer/construction
documents.
DEVELOPMENT – to construct a new RECREATION FEATURE or MAJOR SUPPORT
AMENITY , or RENOVATION of an existing RECREATION FEATURE .
DISTRICT – one of the following as defined in SPP legislation:
1. A recreation and park district formed under Division 5 of the Public Resources
Code, Chapter 4 (commencing with Section 5780).
2. A public utility district formed under Division 7 (commencing with Section 15501)
of the Public Utilities Code in a non-urbanized area that employs a full-time park
and recreation director and offers year-round park and recreation services on
lands and facilities owned by that district.
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3. A memorial district formed under Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 1170) of
Division 6 of the Military and Veterans Code that employs a full-time park and
recreation director and offers year-round park and recreation services on lands
and facilities owned by that district.
4. The Malaga County Water District exercising powers authorized under Section
31133 of the Water Code.
5. A community service district formed under Division 3 (commencing with Section
61000) of Title 6 of the Government Code in a nonurbanized area that is
authorized to provide public recreation as specified in subdivision (e) of Section
61100 of the Government Code.
6. A county service area or zone in the county service area, within the County of
San Bernardino that is empowered to provide public park and recreation services
pursuant to Chapter 2.2 (commencing with Section 25210.1) of Part 2 of Division
2 of Title 3 of the Government Code, that is actually providing public park and
recreation services that was reorganized prior to January 1, 1987, from a park
and recreation district to a county service area or zone.
7. A regional park district formed pursuant to Division 5, Chapter 3, Article 3
(commencing with Section 5500) of the Public Resources Code.
ELIGIBLE COSTS – expenses incurred during the GRANT PERFORMANCE PERIOD to
complete the GRANT SCOPE approved by OGALS through a fully executed CONTRACT .
EXISTING PARK – public land that includes open space with at least one officially
designated RECREATION F EATURE and is open to the public for recreation before the
APPROPRIATION DATE .
EXPAND /EXPANSION – the PROJECT will add PARK SPACE acreage to an existing
ADJACENT PARK .
GRANT – amount of funds made available to a GRANTEE for completion of the GRANT
SCOPE during the GRANT PERFORMANCE PERIOD .
GRANTEE – an entity having a CONTRACT with DPR for a GRANT funded by the
Statewide Park Program.
GRANT ADMINISTRATION GUIDE – the document titled the “GRANT ADMINISTRATION
GUIDE for 2018 Bond Act (Proposition 68)” that provides requirements and forms for
GRANT administration.
GRANT PERFORMANCE PERIOD – the period of time, starting with the APPROPRIATION
DATE , when ELIGIBLE COSTS may be incurred by the GRANTEE and charged to the
GRANT . Dates for each round will be posted at parks.ca.gov/spp.
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GRANT SCOPE – the RECREATION FEATURES and MAJOR SUPPORT AMENITIES listed in
the GRANT SCOPE /Cost Estimate Form that must be completed prior to final GRANT
payment. Also see the definitions of TOTAL PROJECT COST .
HEALTH – a state of physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence
of disease.
HEALTH ORGANIZATION – a government, foundation or community-based organization,
or private entity with a primary mission of promoting community design principles
supporting physical activity, active transportation, social wellness, mental wellness,
nutrition, housing-related anti-displacement strategies, and a thriving environment.
JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY – an agreement between a City, County, and/or a DISTRICT
to perform services, cooperate with, or lend powers for the operation and maintenance
of PARK land. For a joint powers authority to be eligible, one of the following must be a
member: a City, or a County, or an eligible DISTRICT .
MAJOR SUPPORT AMENITY –
1. Parking lot, restroom building, or other non-recreational facility located within a
Project site.
2. Lighting and landscaping to improve the appearance of the PARK .
MEETING – RESIDENTS worked together as a group in person with the APPLICANT or
with the APPLICANT ’S partnering community based organization(s) to DESIGN the PARK .
The type of meeting can be creative, cost effective, and non-traditional. Formal public
hearings are not required.
MINOR SUPPORT AMENITY – a permanent support item such as a sign, bench, small
fence, or drinking fountain that costs, by itself, less than $50,000 at the time of
APPLICATION .
NEW PARK – the PROJECT will create a PARK on property that was not open to the
public as a PARK prior to the application deadline, and is not ADJACENT to an EXISTING
PARK .
NEW RECREATION OPPORTUNITY – construction of a new RECREATION FEATURE . Or,
for RENOVATION , an existing RECREATION FEATURE will be improved beyond its original
condition.
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NON -PROFIT – any non-profit entity qualified to do business in California under Section
501(c)(3) of Title 26 of the United States Code, and that has among its primary
purposes any of the following:
the recreational, vocational, educational, and other services to improve social
and cultural conditions of a community,
the preservation, protection, or enhancement of land or water resources in their
natural, scenic, historical, agricultural, forested, or open -space condition or use,
the provision of conservation and environmental education and other services to
improve environmental conditions of a community.
OUTDOOR LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES – employment or volunteer activities for
RESIDENTS or CONSERVATION CORPS members during community based planning and
PROJECT design, or by PROJECT COMPLETION .
PARK – open space land for the general public’s physical and social HEALTH that
provides at least one designated RECREATION FEATURE for nature appreciation, athletic
activities, cultural enrichment, or other recreational activities.
A PROJECT that is only for a stand-alone community center, that is not currently
in a park or ADJACENT to a park, would be considered ineligible as SPP projects
must create, expand, or improve parks.
School property is considered a park when there is a joint-use agreement and
park signage indicating the general public is welcome to use a designated
outdoor area, such as a schoolyard, for recreation during appropriate hours such
as after-school, weekends, and summer.
PARK SPACE – the size of the official PARK boundary determined by acres or fraction
thereof.
PRE -CONSTRUCTION COSTS – costs incurred before construction during the planning,
design, and permitting phase of the PROJECT , limited to 25% of the GRANT amount.
PROJECT – the RECREATION FEATURES and MAJOR SUPPORT AMENITIES listed in the
GRANT SCOPE /Cost Estimate Form to be funded by the GRANT request plus
COMMITTED FUNDS .
PROJECT SITE – the entire PARK property. When using the California State Parks
Community FactFinder, the origin of the half -mile radius can be located at any point
within the boundary of the entire PARK .
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PROJECT COMPLETION – when the RECRE ATION FEATURES and MAJOR SUPPORT
AMENITIES listed in the GRANT SCOPE /Cost Estimate Form are complete and the
facilities are open and useable by the public.
PROXIMITY – the area located within a half mile radius of the PROJECT SITE .
RECREATION FEATURE – an element that provides active or passive recreational use.
RENOVATE /RENOVATION – construction to improve an EXISTING PARK to either increase
public use, operating hours, public safety, energy or water conservation, accessibility
compliance, or all of the above. This includes improvement of an existing RECREATION
FEATURE , or an existing MAJOR SUPPORT AMENITY .
RESIDENTS – the population living within a half mile of the PROJECT SITE including
youth, families, and seniors.
ROUND – a distinct cycle of APPLICATIONS received and reviewed by DPR, through a
competitive process.
SITE CONTROL – when the GRANTEE owns the PROJECT SITE , or has a permanent
easement, or has a lease agreement or TURNKEY agreement approved by DPR, that
allows for PROJECT COMPLETION and public use to fulfill the CONTRACT obligations.
TOTAL PROJECT COST – the combined dollar amount of all funding sources used to
complete the RECREATION FEATURES and MAJOR SUPPORT AMENITIES listed in the
GRANT SCOPE /Cost Estimate Form.
TURN -KEY PROJEC T – when an APPLICANT proposes to build a PROJECT , then transfer
the CONTRACT to the land owner for long term operation and maintenance with approval
from DPR.
YOUTH AT HIGH RISK – challenges within the CRITICALLY UNDERSERVED COMMUNITY
affecting the health and wellness of youth such as school failure, gangs, insufficient
recreational services, pollution, or a blighted environment.
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Street Address for Overnight Mail:
Calif. Dept. of Parks and Recreation
Office of Grants and Local Services
1416 Ninth Street, Room 918
Sacramento, CA 95814
Mailing Address:
Calif. Dept. of Parks and Recreation
Office of Grants and Local Services
P.O. Box 942896
Sacramento, CA 94296-0001
MAIN LINE: (916) 653-7423
PROGRAM WEBSITE S : parks.ca.gov/spp | parksforcalifornia.org/communities
“I made it a goal to walk
two miles each day on this
park’s track with a group
of retired friends. Then I
use the outdoor gym
equipment. I lost many
pounds. It is a positive
movemen t to a healthy
lifestyle.”