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MOU -Discovery Cube Outdoor Science Park Feasibility City of Santa Ana Discovery Cube will be responsible for obtaining approval for any use of such creek property from any and all applicable regulatory agencies, and maintaining the capacity for storm flows within Santiago Creek. Any obstructions to storm flows must be approved by the appropriate regulatory agency(s). Whereas, Outdoor Science Park is envisioned to provide STEM and Nature Education to our youth through an exciting blend of hands-on STEM exhibits (that Discovery Cube is famous for) with elements of nature. The Science Park will have several featured exhibits positioned throughout the Creekside property along with flexible zones for exhibits to change seasonally (Spring-Earth Focus, October - Halloween, December -Winter Holiday, etc.). The featured exhibits envisioned for the science park include the Water Science Zone, Hydrology Lab, 3D Model of Santiago Creek, River Race Challenge Table, Ice Age Fossil Lab, and a Drone Test-Flying Course. A lush native garden will be created throughout the park designed to attract butterflies and aide them in their migration. And recreational trails specifically designed for children to climb and explore will be a key feature to the outdoor science park. Additionally, a pavilion overlooking the creek will be created for children on school field trips to enjoy their lunch and for after-school children to engage in nature programming. Whereas, the Discovery Cube desires to convert the portions of the above mentioned property into an outdoor science park and has met with the adjacent neighborhood associations of Floral Park and Park Santiago who are in support of the idea as is the City. Furthermore, Discovery Cube would like to apply for a statewide park development and community revitalization grant. NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing, the parties hereby agree as follows: AGREEMENT 1.Authorization to Submit Grant Application on behalf of City. The City supports Discovery Cube's efforts to apply for grants in support of the Project, and will grant Discovery Cube the right to apply for specific grants to explore the feasibility of developing the property into an Outdoor Science Park, but only after Discovery Cube has provided the City with information regarding the grant and the City has had an opportunity to review and approve the grant requirements. 2.Responsibilities of Discovery Cube. Discovery Cube will undertake the following actions in furtherance of the development of an Outdoor Science Park. Page 2 A.Discovery Cube shall take all efforts to file necessary applications for statewide park development and community revitalization grant for the development of an Outdoor Science Park. EXHIBIT 1