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PROPOSITION 84 STATEWIDE PARK DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNITY REVITALIZATION PROGRAM OF 2008 A_ pplication Process ^ Application period will be opened once statewide freeze on travel is lifted; Technical assistance workshops will then be scheduled as well. ^ Applications that are not successful in Round 1 can be resubmitted for Round 2. Strongly recommend submitting 2 first round, resubmitting in 2"`t if not successful during 1 s`. (p.4) Application Criteria ^ Program will award grants on a competitive basis for the creation of new parks and new recreation opportunities in proximity to the most critically underserved communities across California (p.30-32, 46). Eligible projects in order of priority include: - Creation of new parks (acquisition and development combination projects) - Expansion of existing park - Construction of a new recreation feature Renovation of existing recreation features. This is the lowest priority category and is where the projects we have discussed would be classifted. ^ Partnerships between non-profit organizations and local governments are encouraged (p. 3). Grant award range is $100,000 minimum - $5 million maximum. There is no match requirement. However, grant plus any committed funds must be sufficient to complete project. - No more than 25% of the grant amount may be spent on pre-construction costs (p.14). Community resident input meetings required as part of the application process (p. 33-37). Maximum amount of points awarded for minimum of five meetings, with at least two having been held on a weekend or evening, and for minimum of three methods to invite a broad spectrum of community residents. - Maximum points awarded for: o Residents' identification of their preferred recreation features, and provision of design ideas for features, park safety and beautification (not limited to a few predetermined options by applicant) - Meetings can begin as soon as project is selected - do not need to occur during application period. Points also awarded for sustainable techniques (p. 38-39). - Use of water efficient irrigation system Incorporation of pervious surfaces or other techniques - At least 10% of materials are to be recycled materials or construction waste will be reduced through separation and recycling - Landscaping excludes use of invasive plants, features drought tolerant non-invasive native plants and minimizes use of toxic pesticides and inorganic fertilizers - Up to 5 additional points awarded for each additional sustainable techniques used ^ Maximum points awarded for access 7 days a week, at an access fee of no fee to $3 per month for poverty- level community members (p.38, 41) ^ Maximum points awarded for 20 or more residents or conservation ports members receiving volunteer or employment outdoor learning opportunities (p. 42, 53).