Item 16 - Architectural Consulting Agreement for Chepa’s Park and Community Center

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Transforming An Industrial Site Into Green Space Little was the prime consultant for the master planning and design of Long Bridge Park, an urban, LEED Silver, 33-acre park located in Arlington County. We transformed the former industrial site that was squeezed between an interstate and a major rail corridor under two flight paths into an amazing community resource for both recreation and environmentally sensitive development. In doing so, Arlington has created a new gateway that shows that public use and nature can be returned to even the most unlikely urban locations. Long Bridge Park features: • The Esplanade: a half -mile -long raised shared path with Cherry trees, seating, and access for everyone to enjoy strolling, bike riding, watching sports, planes, trains, or birds. • The Overlook: over 35 feet high hill providing 360-degree views of the park, Roaches Run, and the surrounding Washington DC landmarks. • The Rain Garden: a three-quarter acre garden that slows and cleans stormwater runoff playing its part in protecting Roaches Run, the Potomac River, and the Chesapeake Bay. • The Trellis: shaded walk with spectator seating and features the 'Wave Arbor' artwork by Doug Hollis. • Security and Storage Facilities: facilities designed in a consistent style and look of the park for maintenance and support uses. • Community Facilities: community use restrooms and changing facilities. • 6th Street Playground: includes an interactive fog area that is unique among playgrounds in Arlington. RELEVANCE County Project TO Park Project CITY OF SANTAANA LEED Silver Certified • Gardens & Green Spaces • Community Facilities Location: Arlington, VA Completion: 2015 Contact: Arlington County Mr. Erik Beach T. 703.228.3318 E. ebeach@arlingtonva.us __M a CITY OF SANTAANA: CHEPA'S PARK MASTER PLAN AND COMMUNITY CENTER 1 13