Rancho Cordova City Council
April 4, 2022

3 Will you be able to adjust your project if California Public Health and/or Sacramento County Health Orders change? For example, the program could operate virtually or with other modifications made. Please describe.

This is a construction and design project and should not be impacted by shifting health orders.

Project Location
Please note that projects or programs that are proposed on property owned or operated by outside agencies or a private party will require the coordination with and potentially approvals from outside agencies, organizations, and/or the private party.

Physical Address of the Project Location
2140 Chase Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Other Physical Addresses (if project/program is at multiple sites) Soil Born Farms has permission to operate programs and conduct development projects at the American River Ranch through our long‐term lease with the County of Sacramento, which is on file with the City of Rancho Cordova.

Have you received a letter of support for the project/program from the property owner? No
Letter of Support from Property Owner (not K‐12 schools or park/park facility) Is your project/program intended to operate or take place at a public K‐12 school site and/or a park/park facility?
No
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Please acknowledge that you read and understand the above Supplemental Endorsement Form requirements.

Yes
Applicant and Signatory
Application Submitted By
Elizabeth Powell
Title
Grant Writer
Submitting As
Non‐Profit
Phone
9163639685
Email Address
[email protected]
Organization's Legal Name (if applicable)
Soil Born Farm Urban Agriculture Project
Mailing Address of Submitter
2140 Chase Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Signatory's Name
Mr. Shawn Harrison
Application #83
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4 Signatory's Title
Founder and Co‐Director
Signatory's Phone
9163639685
Signatory's Email Address
[email protected]
Signatory's Mailing Address
2140 Chase Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Attach Any Additional Documents Here
Project Description; Scope of Work; Estimate ‐ Soil Born Farms.pdf Read‐Only Content
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Project Description
Describe the project in detail and how it benefits the community based on the City’s Community Enhancement & Investment Fund guidelines and selection criteria. If you need more room to answer the question, please attach a separate document to your application.

The terminus of Chase Drive in Rancho Cordova offers direct access to a rare combination of community amenities not found anywhere else in the Sacramento Region. The corridor includes the 55-acre historic American River Ranch, the 63.5-acre Hagan Park, Cordova High School including the new Theater Arts center, Mills Middle School, Cordova Gardens Elementary and unprecedented access to the American River Parkway. These combined amenities currently attract a diversity of visitors and have the potential to engage many more through the development of dynamic health, recreational, educational, entertainment, agriculture, environmental and culinary experiences. Toward this end, Soil Born Farms is working diligently with the City of Rancho Cordova and other regional partners to create a Center for Food, Health and the Environment at the American River Ranch. This legacy project will anchor and tie these community amenities together, creating a preeminent location for visitors to access vital health resources, learn, celebrate and recreate.

PROPOSED SCOPE of WORK
The City of Rancho Cordova has been instrumental in funding backbone infrastructure improvements necessary to activate next steps of the interpretive center construction. The entrance signage and landscaping proposed here will bring completion to recent driveway and parking lot upgrades, which have created major improvements to the site’s accessibility, safety, aesthetic appeal, and capacity to host visitors. Proposed actions under this request include:
● Design and installation of attractive Soil Born Farms entrance and marquee signage at Chase Drive. This will replace the temporary signage currently in place. Conceptual designs for this element and the landscaping plan were previously done by Mark Thomas and Associates. These plans will be modified slightly based on changes to the new driveway alignment.
● Design and installation of landscaping at the site entrance and along the length of the newly installed driveway. Landscaping will include a combination of native and drought tolerant plants consistent with landscaping in the completed parking lot. ● Please see Scope of Work and Project Drawing attachment for detail.

These steps will add to the charm of the Chase Drive corridor, and will increase Soil Born Farms’ visibility to visitors from the Sacramento region and beyond. The upgraded entrance look will tie seamlessly into new bike/pedestrian pathway installation under the City of Rancho Cordova’s Chase Drive - American River Parkway Connection Project (which also includes lighting, ADA design, and high visibility crosswalks). Combined, these improvements will ready Soil Born Farms to install a planned bike/pedestrian connector pathway paralleling the new driveway, providing safe, dedicated access from our site to 5 schools within walking distance, Hagan Community Park, and the American River Parkway pathway used by millions of recreationalists each year.

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SITE DEVELOPMENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
With support from the City of Rancho Cordova and other partners, many major infrastructure upgrades are underway or have been completed. These are essential steps in preparing the site for new construction outlined in the American River Ranch Master Plan, toward the goal of establishing the Center for Food, Health and the Environment. Accomplishments to date include:
● Widened 2-way driveway entrance (completed)
● Paved, lighted parking lot with ADA stalls (completing spring 2022) ● Backbone utility upgrades of water, gas, sewer and electrical (completing in 2022) ● Farm Stand and Culinary Building final design (In final design review) ● Animal Barn design (currently underway in partnership with Cordova High School’s Agriculture Academy, with funding from the Wildlife Conservation Board) ● ADA pathways with interpretive signage throughout the property (design planning currently underway with funding from the American River Parkway Foundation) ● This recent infrastructure complements the existing equipment barn, caretaker house, schoolhouse, farmhouse kitchen, outdoor theater, office building and outdoor patio - many of which have been constructed or renovated by Soil Born Farms.

These upgrades have paved the way for future site and program development including:
● Entrance Bike/Pedestrian Path: A dedicated, paved pathway paralleling the driveway, and connecting to Hagan Park and Chase Drive.
● Demolition, Drainage and Paving: Final preparation in advance of construction of the Farm Stand and Culinary Building and Animal Barn requires demolition of the existing buildings, drainage work, basic grading and paving.
● Animal Barn Construction: An animal program plan is currently being developed in consultation with the Cordova High School Agriculture Academy. A new joint-use Animal Barn will serve as a learning ground for high school students to practice research, holistic land management, animal science, sustainable agriculture and job skills. It will also provide exciting interpretation and education for visiting youth field trips and drop-in visitors. The barn and farm pastures will host a variety of animals including chickens, turkeys, sheep, rabbits and goats.
● Farm Stand and Culinary Building Construction: Providing healthy food access, culinary education for youth and adults, and sales for local farmers and food artisans. The facility will provide dynamic job training for high school aged youth focused on retail, customer service, culinary arts, farm value-added product development, catering, event management and sustainable food production.
● Visitor Center: Design and construction of a facility to interpret the rich history of this land, and the interface between food, health and the environment.

Key community benefits associated with the overall project include:

Community Pride:
 The Center for Food, Health and the Environment at the American River Ranch will anchor a combination of amenities that will draw national attention and create improved livability for local residents once fully developed.

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Civic Engagement:
 This project supports existing and future programmatic activities along the Parkway, at Soil Born Farms, and in Hagan Park that attract, engage and inspire a diversity of adult and youth visitors.

Quality of Life:
 Uses good design and agency collaboration to encourage reinvestment and renewed interest in a heritage neighborhood of Rancho Cordova.
 Provides low-cost access to healthy food and programs that help residents address dietrelated health issues.

Public Safety:
 Creates improved and safer multi-modal access for residents to a facility that historically was not open to the public.

Arts and Culture:
 With the presence of Soil Born Farms at the American River Ranch, CRPD’s historic Rescue Barn, and Cordova High Schools Agriculture and Culinary Academies, this project invests in a community site that celebrates and accentuates Rancho Cordova’s rich agricultural history and commitment to playing a leadership role in the regional Farm to Fork movement.

Children and Youth:
 Food, agriculture, environmental stewardship and recreational services are all important career pathways that can be accented at this site with proper investment of infrastructure and programs. With five schools within walking distance to this location and easy access to bus and light rail, area youth and adults will have the opportunity to engage in dynamic life and career development activities from early childhood through adulthood.

Current activities offered by Soil Born Farms include food production, community events, summer camps, field trips, adult classes, summer youth employment, cooking education, gardening education, animal husbandry, health and wellness education and environmental science education.

Application #83
ITEM 12.1. ATTACHMENT 3

SOIL BORN FARMS ROAD LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS
City of Rancho Cordova / Soil Born Farms
1 OF 4

PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
We are providing this scope and fee to document our understanding of the work required to complete landscape improvements along Soil Born Farms Road, based on our phone conversation of March 10, 2022, and follow up emails. This budgetary scope of services is provided to assist in development of a Measure H grant proposal for the completion of landscape improvements along Soil Born Farms Road. This area is completely within the County Parks property which Cordova Recreation and Parks District manages for maintenance and events. An exhibit showing the scope of the landscape improvements area is attached.

The proposed project intends to utilize previously delivered 100% drawings, prepared by Mark Thomas, and extract plans for construction that would include irrigation and planting along the west side of the road and a small portion to the east side of the entry leading to the new Soil Born Farms parking lot, entry sign design and preparation for future signage lighting. Construction budget is expected to not exceed $320,000, which includes additional engineering costs to complete the plans and construction support. The project may require audit of existing irrigation to satisfy parks department maintenance needs.

Soil Born Farms Road was previously constructed under another phase. Through that effort an arborist report was prepared, and the existing road was realigned and widened to a uniform width of 20-feet.

SCOPE OF WORK
TASK 1. PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND DOCUMENTATION
Task 1.1. Project Management
This task includes management of the scope items listed below. The Mark Thomas Project Manager will prepare progress reports outlining the tasks completed, tasks upcoming, and an overview of the project schedule will be prepared and submitted monthly. As part of this task, Mark Thomas will confirm the intent based on Measure H grant agreements. Mark Thomas will begin this work by preparing a draft estimate based on the 100% drawings to extract costs associated with the relevant programming of the site, as identified above.

Task 1.2. Meetings
Mark Thomas will facilitate and attend up to three (3) internal team meetings with City, SB Farms, and subconsultants. Due to the impact of COVID 19, these meetings are assumed to be web-based. Agendas and minutes will be provided for each meeting.

Task 1 Deliverables
• Agendas and Minutes for up to three (3) meetings
TASK 2. PUBLIC AND STAKEHOLDER OUTREACH (OPTIONAL TASK) Task 2.1. Outreach Materials and Exhibits
Mark Thomas will produce “Plan View” renderings of the project to present to the public, city council, and various stakeholders. This scope assumes two (2) exhibits will be prepared.

Application #83
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SOIL BORN FARMS ROAD LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS
City of Rancho Cordova / Soil Born Farms
2 OF 4
Task 2.2. City Council Presentations
Mark Thomas will prepare presentations and present at up to two (2) City council meetings.

Task 2.3. Stakeholder Meetings
Participate in up to three (3) meetings with project stakeholders. Mark Thomas will prepare meeting agendas and minutes. The anticipated meetings include:
• County Parks – 1 Meeting
• CRPD – 1 Meeting
• Cordova Community Council – 1 Meeting
Task 2 Deliverables
• Outreach Exhibits (2) (PDF)
• Council Meeting PowerPoint Presentation (1)
• Attendance at two (2) City Council Meetings
• Attendance, Agendas, and Minutes for up to three (3) Stakeholder Meetings TASK 3. PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATE
Task 3.1. 100% PS&E
Based on the scope of work outlined above, Mark Thomas will prepare PS&E for the project area. This will include archiving the previous 100% plans prepared, editing the base plan to illustrate the project area, and revising the plans for the intended programming of the site. Specifications will be provided as a complete draft of all relevant sections. Specifications will be merged with the contract boilerplate provided by the City.

Estimate will encompass all items identified on the plans at this level. This task will include an internal and external (to Soil Born Farms Director) QA/QC review prior to submittal.

Y&C will update the lighting plan, specifications, and cost estimate (PS&E) for SB Farms to current City of Rancho Cordova Standards and submit updated 100% PS&E to the City of Rancho Cordova for review.

The plan set will include the following sheets:
o title sheet and general notes (2 sheets)
o project control (1 sheets)
o demolition/tree protection plan (1 sheets)
o layout plan and construction details (2 sheets)
o irrigation plan and details (2 sheets)
o planting plan and details (2 sheets)
o electrical plan and details (to show lighting and conduit locations, lighting specification, and future connections) (2 sheets)
Task 3.2. FINAL PS&E PREPARATION
PS&E will be finalized with comments incorporated, supporting notes and necessary coordination. Mark Thomas and Y&C will prepare final plans, specifications, bid schedule, and estimate (stamped and signed) for permitting to required agencies.

Application #83
ITEM 12.1. ATTACHMENT 3

SOIL BORN FARMS ROAD LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS
City of Rancho Cordova / Soil Born Farms
3 OF 4
Task 3.3. BIDDING PS&Es
PS&E will be finalized with comments incorporated, supporting notes and necessary coordination. Mark Thomas and Y&C will prepare final plans, specifications, bid schedule, and estimate (stamped and signed) for bidding and construction.

Task 3 Deliverables
• 100%, Final, and Bidding Plans (Full Size 34x22 PDF)
• 100%, Final, and Bidding Engineer’s Estimate (PDF)
• 100%, Final, and Bidding Specifications (PDF and MS Word) TASK 4. DESIGN SUPPORT DURING CONSTRUCTION
Task 4.1. Bidding Support
During the bidding phase, Mark Thomas will assist the City and SB Farms by providing the following services:
o Assist with pre-bid questions, clarifications, and necessary addenda o Attend a single pre-bid meeting
Task 4.2. Design Support During Construction
Mark Thomas will provide design support through the construction period to develop a conform set of plans for construction that reflect constructability review comments, addenda and RFI’s from the bidding period, in addition to rectifying questions that cannot be answered by the Client's construction management team.

Task 4.3. As-Built Drawings
Based on red-lines provided by the contractor, Mark Thomas will prepare Record Drawings (As-Builts) for the City and Soil Born Farms Records. Drawings will be provided in PDF format.

Task 4 Deliverables
• Pre-Construction Meeting
• RFI Responses (PDF)
• Submittal Review
• As-Built/Record Drawings (Full Size 34x22 PDF)

ASSUMPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
• This scope assumes that Soil Born Farms will coordinate with County Parks to obtain the required permission to construct the project.
• Existing CEQA and IS/MND documentation will not be revised or recirculated. • Drawings and plans for the Farm Stand will be provided by SB Farms. • No utility design included with this scope (water, fire service, sewer facilities) • No drainage design, analysis, or modifications to the sub-surface systems are proposed. • Front-end or boilerplate specifications will be provided by the Client • This scope assumes that no SWPPP will be required. The contract will include language directing the contractor to obtain the WDID number from the State Board. • No roadway lighting is provided.
• No ADA improvements at Chase Drive or within the Soil Born Farms parking lot are needed.

Application #83
ITEM 12.1. ATTACHMENT 3

SOIL BORN FARMS ROAD LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS
City of Rancho Cordova / Soil Born Farms
4 OF 4
• City will provide a no-cost encroachment permit to the contractor to construct. • Contractor will be required to prepare a traffic control plan and comply with stormwater requirements. • Outreach and Support will be completed by the County and/or Soil Born Farms. No additional exhibits are necessary for project approvals.
• Building permit processing will be provided by Soil Born Farms • Tree Mitigation – Construction plans for mitigating removed trees will be completed by Soil Born Farms. • Construction Management, inspection, construction staking, contractor pay estimating, coordination with grant administrator, and materials testing will be provided by Soil Born Farms.

DESIGN FEE ESTIMATE
Application #83
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Paved Parking Lot
Biofiltration Plantings
Current Overflow Parking Area
Future Configuration and Material
Undetermined
Automatic Gate
Separate Pedestrian and Bike
Entry Gate
Ex. Baseball Field
Ex. County Bike Trail Spur
Multi-Use Trail
High Visibility Crosswalk
Entry Sign to Hagan Community
Park
Relocated Hagan Park Entry
Kiosk
Ex. Soil Born Farms Access Road
Ex. Trees to Remain
Adjust Ex. Soccer Field Location
Potential Tree Mitigation Area
Entry Sign to Soil Born Farms
with Enhanced Plantings
Phase 1 Area (Complete)
Phase 2 Area (In Progress)
New Measure H Grant Request
with Bike Trail Link Option
(Alternative)

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Application #83
ITEM 12.1. ATTACHMENT 3

PREPARE STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN/WATER POLLUTION CONTROL PROGRAM LS 1 $8,000 $8,000 CONSTRUCTION AREA SIGNS LS 1 $1,500 $1,500
TRAFFIC CONTROL SYSTEM LS 1 $2,000 $2,000
JOB SITE MANAGEMENT LS 1 $15,000 $15,000
WATER POLLUTION CONTROL LS 1 $8,000 $8,000
TEMPORARY FENCE (TYPE ESA) LS 1 $2,500 $2,500
GRADING SF 30464 $0.20 $6,093
SOIL AMENDMENTS LS 1 $ 1,500.00 $ 1,500
TURF AREA RESTABLISHMENT LS 1 $ 500.00 $ 500
PLANTING LS 1 $ 20,000.00 $ 25,000
BIOSWALE PLANTING LS 1 $ 15,000.00 $ 15,000
PLANT ESTABLISHMENT WORK LS 1 $ 10,000.00 $ 10,000
IRRIGATION SYSTEM MODIFICATIONS LS 1 $ 12,000.00 $ 12,000 MOWBAND LF 528 $ 20.00 $ 10,560
COBBLE SPLASH PAD EA 14 $ 100.00 $ 1,400
SOIL BORN FARM ENTRY SIGN LS 1 $ 40,000.00 $ 40,000
LANDSCAPE BOULDERS LS 1 $ 10,000.00 $ 10,000
LIGHTING LS 1 $12,000 $ 12,000
MOBILIZATION LS 1 $18,105 $18,105
CONTINGENCY (10%) LS 1 $1,811 $1,811
$ 200,969
DESIGN SUPPORT LS 1 $63,000.00 $63,000
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT LS 1 $50,000.00 $50,000
SUBTOTAL CONSULTANT SUPPORT COSTS $113,000
GRAND TOTAL $313,969

CONSTRUCTION SUBTOTAL
Soil Born Farm Landscape Estimate
ITEM No. ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT QUANTITY UNIT PRICE TOTAL 1 of 1 3/17/2022
Application #83
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1 Randi Kay Stephens
From: City of Rancho Cordova <[email protected]> Sent: Friday, March 18, 2022 8:55 AM
To: Stacy Delaney; Randi Kay Stephens
Subject: *NEW SUBMISSION* Apply for Community Enhancement Fund Grant Funding 2022/23 NEW
Apply for Community Enhancement Fund Grant Funding 2022/23 NEW Submission #: 1537923
IP Address: 206.15.249.230
Submission Date: 03/18/2022 8:54
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Project Information
Project Name
Homeless Student Servicies
Project Synopsis
Education is a key element for the success of every great city. Students experiencing homelessness face unique challenges in accessing and succeeding in school. In partnership with the Department of Homeless Student Services of the Folsom Cordova Unified School District we propose to assign a fund to support the most vulnerable students in the Rancho Cordova area.

Project Description
The Department of Homeless Student Services identifies and supports students experiencing homelessness as described under federal law McKinney Vento Homeless Student Act. This act was enacted in 1987 to ensure that children and youth experiencing homelessness have access to the same free, appropriate public education and services as their non‐homeless peers. Homeless Student Services works in collaboration with schools and community partners towards this goal.

Project Team
M. Elena Cabrera. Director, Categorical Programs and Grants Marjorie Diaz. Education Services Liaison M. Elena Cabrera. Director, Categorical Programs and Grants Marjorie Diaz. Education Services Liaison Project Goals
Goals of this project include: 1. Identification of the students in the most need. This is an ongoing task during the school year. 2.

Provisions needed to enable homeless children and youths to participate fully in school activities: a. Backpacks b. School supplies 3.

Provision of emergency assistance needed to enable homeless children and youths to attend school: a. Shoes. b. Clothing:
underwear, socks, hoodies, winter jackets. c. Commodities: Hygiene products, home‐care products.

Funding Request
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for community enhancement & investment.

Total Project Cost Application #84
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2 $15,000
Estimated Breakdown of Project Expenditures
$15000 annually in gift cards. The reason to ask for gift cards is because it is the best known and proven method for Homeless Student Services to monitor and control the usage of these resources per family. Students have the opportunity to wear new clothing and choose according to their style. This experience has proven to be positive for students in the homeless program. The fund will be distributed as follows: $10 000 for clothing, shoes, commodities and other needs for the families: Distributed in equal parts of $2500 per each one of the following stores: Target, Walmart, Amazon and Kohls. $5 000 for food needs: Distributed in equal parts of $500 per each one of the following: Restaurants: McDonalds, Taco Bell, Subway, Wendy’s, Burger King, KFC and Domino’s.

With a much closer monitoring: Winco, Grocery Outlet and AMPM.

Matching Funds
. Free meals provided by schools. . District Transportation and Public Transportation (RT Cards). . Immunizations clinics for students attending Folsom Cordova Unified School District. . Free eye exams and prescription glasses for students without insurance. .

Support for after school programs. . Support on individual interventions. . Connection to mental and emotional wellness providers. .

Support on costs related to missed documents or enrollment deadlines, fines, or fees; records required for enrollment, including immunization or other required health records, proof of residency, or other documentation; or academic records, including documentation for credit transfer. . Connection to resources from local partners. Some examples are: . Department of Human Assistance . Rancho Cordova Navigator . Folsom Cordova Community Partnership . Rancho Cordova Food Locker Include Any Other Funding Contributions
N/A
Ongoing Operations and Maintenance Costs (if applicable) N/A
Total Community Enhancement & Investment Funds Requested $15,000 Annually
Is this a multi‐year request?
Yes
Number of Years
3 If you answered yes above, describe your sustainability plan and whether the project is viable as a single year request.

How many years have you received funding for this project? 0 When will your request for funding sunset for ongoing programs? June 23, 2026
Do you plan to ask annually for funding?
No
What other funding will you seek to support your project? N/A
Project Schedule, Timeliness and Adaptability
Project Schedule
Once funds are secured, the Homeless Student Services Department will distribute the resources on a per student need basis throughout the school year.

In addition to providing the project timeline identified above, describe how you will be able to complete your project by June 30, 2023.

This is a multi year grant request. All funds earmarked for 2022‐2023 will be given to students before the end of the school year.

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3 Please note, if selected for funding, you will be required to submit a narrative Outcomes Report and a financial Use of Funds Report at least two times during the grant period.

Will you be able to adjust your project if California Public Health and/or Sacramento County Health Orders change? For example, the program could operate virtually or with other modifications made. Please describe.

Yes.

Project Location
Please note that projects or programs that are proposed on property owned or operated by outside agencies or a private party will require the coordination with and potentially approvals from outside agencies, organizations, and/or the private party.

Physical Address of the Project Location
2460 Cordova Lane
Rancho Cordova, CA 95630
Other Physical Addresses (if project/program is at multiple sites) Cordova Lane Center 2460 Cordova Lane, Rancho Cordova, CA 95630 Have you received a letter of support for the project/program from the property owner? No
Letter of Support from Property Owner (not K‐12 schools or park/park facility) Is your project/program intended to operate or take place at a public K‐12 school site and/or a park/park facility?
Yes, at a public K‐12 school site
Which school district is the public K‐12 school site located in? Folsom Cordova Unified
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Yes
Applicant and Signatory
Application Submitted By
Elena Cabrera
Title
Director, Categorical Programs and Grants
Submitting As
Public Agency
Phone
9162949090
Email Address
[email protected]
Organization's Legal Name (if applicable)
Folsom Cordova Unified School District
Mailing Address of Submitter
1965 Birkmont Dr
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4 Rancho Cordova, CA 95742
Signatory's Name
Dr. Sarah Koligian
Signatory's Title
Superintendent
Signatory's Phone
9162949000
Signatory's Email Address
[email protected]
Signatory's Mailing Address
1965 Birkmont Dr
Rancho Cordova, CA 95742
Attach Any Additional Documents Here
Homeless Student Services Supplemental Endorse (00000002) (2).pdf Read‐Only Content
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1 Randi Kay Stephens
From: City of Rancho Cordova <[email protected]> Sent: Friday, March 18, 2022 9:18 AM
To: Stacy Delaney; Randi Kay Stephens
Subject: *NEW SUBMISSION* Apply for Community Enhancement Fund Grant Funding 2022/23 NEW
Apply for Community Enhancement Fund Grant Funding 2022/23 NEW Submission #: 1537999
IP Address: 206.15.249.230
Submission Date: 03/18/2022 9:18
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Project Information
Project Name
Outdoor Kindergarten Learning Area at Cordova Meadows
Project Synopsis
We want to build an outdoor learning area with a shaded structure and tables in the kindergarten playground area.

Project Description
There is an area of our kindergarten playground that once housed a large redwood tree. As parts of the tree were dying and creating a safety hazard it had to be removed. Unfortunately when the tree was removed, the shade it provided was eliminated. Since it has been removed, we would like to turn the area into an inviting, outdoor learning area. We will cement part of it with tables and a shade structure. In the other part of it we will include bark and tree stump jumping stones for the students to play on. In this area we would put some garden boxes for the children to grow plants.

Project Team
Amber Fontaine ‐Principal, Amanda Walsh‐Assistant Principal, and district facilities team (Matt Washburn and Mike Hammond) Project Goals
We want to make an area on our kindergarten playground where students can go outside to learn and play. The area would be used by our kindergarten and preschool class during the school day. We would also use it as another space for our after school ASES program. Our long term goal is to use this space to support parent connection events for our School Site Council, English Learner Advisory Committee, and Black Student Union Parent Advisory. It would be a lovely space to host our family events in the evenings or the weekends.

Funding Request
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for community enhancement & investment.

Total Project Cost
$27,000 Application #85
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2 Estimated Breakdown of Project Expenditures
4 Tables‐$6,000 Tree Stump Jumping Stones‐ $1,000 Concrete‐ $20,000 https://adventurouschild.com/product/fitness/stepping‐ stumps‐set‐5/
Matching Funds
None
Include Any Other Funding Contributions
N/A
Ongoing Operations and Maintenance Costs (if applicable) None
Total Community Enhancement & Investment Funds Requested 27,000
Is this a multi‐year request?
No
How many years have you received funding for this project? 0 When will your request for funding sunset for ongoing programs? June 2023
Do you plan to ask annually for funding?
No
What other funding will you seek to support your project? None
Project Schedule, Timeliness and Adaptability
Project Schedule
We will work with district facilities to get this project done in a year. The timeline will depend on availability of shade structure, tables, and tree stump jumping stones. We will work with facilities to coordinate timelines on laying down the cement as well.

In addition to providing the project timeline identified above, describe how you will be able to complete your project by June 30, 2023.

See above
Please note, if selected for funding, you will be required to submit a narrative Outcomes Report and a financial Use of Funds Report at least two times during the grant period.

Will you be able to adjust your project if California Public Health and/or Sacramento County Health Orders change? For example, the program could operate virtually or with other modifications made. Please describe.

Yes, we will be able to adjust our project if any California Public Health or Sacramento County Health Orders change.

Project Location
Please note that projects or programs that are proposed on property owned or operated by outside agencies or a private party will require the coordination with and potentially approvals from outside agencies, organizations, and/or the private party.

Physical Address of the Project Location
2550 La Loma Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Other Physical Addresses (if project/program is at multiple sites) Application #85
ITEM 12.1. ATTACHMENT 3

3 Have you received a letter of support for the project/program from the property owner? No
Letter of Support from Property Owner (not K‐12 schools or park/park facility) Is your project/program intended to operate or take place at a public K‐12 school site and/or a park/park facility?
Yes, at a public K‐12 school site
Which school district is the public K‐12 school site located in? Folsom Cordova Unified
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Yes
Applicant and Signatory
Application Submitted By
Amber Fontaine
Title
Principal
Submitting As
Public Agency
Phone
9162949120
Email Address
[email protected]
Organization's Legal Name (if applicable)
Folsom Cordova Unified School District
Mailing Address of Submitter
1965 Birkmont Dr
Rancho Cordova, CA 95742
Signatory's Name
Dr. Sarah Koligian
Signatory's Title
Superintendent
Signatory's Phone
9162949000
Signatory's Email Address
[email protected]
Signatory's Mailing Address
1965 Birkmont Dr
Rancho Cordova, CA 95742
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Project Information
Project Name
Spark Mobile
Project Synopsis
Through our artistic box truck, Sacramento Valley Spark will bring interactive games, a cooling center and neighborhood cleanup tools to community events around the region.

Project Description
The Spark Mobile will provide a flexible platform for taking Sacramento Valley Spark’s unique creative energy to numerous (at least 6) Rancho Cordova events over the course of a year. Through the “Spark” drive‐thru and “art stops” events Sacramento Valley Spark has shared the art, music and energy of the local Burning Man community. These socially‐distanced events provided a safe artistic outlet for thousands of people. Now as Covid‐19 restrictions diminish, the demand for community events and human interaction is expected to soar. Rather than focusing our energy on one event, we want to make our energy available for multiple community events. The artistically wrapped Spark Mobile will bring hula hoop lessons, silent disco and scores of additional interactive games to events in Rancho Cordova and contingent on funding, around the region. In addition to the interactive activities, the spark mobile will include a water tank to provide a cooling zone (misters) and tools to help the community clean up. Global warming will mean more and more event producers will grapple with how to keep guests safe during extreme heat events. Our truck will provide a cooling zone for guests to rest and escape the heat. Sacramento Valley Spark and other groups have taken action to clean up our communities. Our truck can support those efforts by providing grabber sticks, buckets and other supplies to these trash pickups.

While we envision seeking funding from additional agencies, contingent on funding, we’ll commit to activities at least 6 Racho Cordova events. We project that our project – with four volunteers at the event – will directly impact 2,100 people over those six events.

Project Team
The project is a creation of the 501c3 nonprofit Sacramento Valley Spark. Our project team has successfully managed Community Enhancement Fund grants in 2020 and 2021. Galvanizing more than 300 volunteers, we hosted “Summer Spark drive‐thru” in 2020 and in 2021 we hosted a “Spring Spark drive‐thru” and the “Art Stops” activations in conjunction with Regional Transit. Ed Fletcher, SVS President Ed Fletcher is a Sacramento‐based journalist with two decades spent between Capital Public Radio and The Application #86
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2 Sacramento Bee, where he served as the guild leader. Jon Thompson, Vice President Jon Thompson is a metal artist and journeyman union electrician. Thomas Hall, Treasurer Hall is the executive director of CleanStart Inc the regional cleantech Non‐Profit. Angela Gentry, Secretary Gentry is a marketing professional with extensive experience in sales and brand management. Krista Gurko, Board Member (Artistic, Leadership) Krista has experience in performance and community art engagement, nonprofit leadership, managing volunteers in civic engagement, higher education instruction, and innovative exchanges with diverse populations. Arthur Zwern, Board Member (Artistic, Leadership) Arthur is a real estate developer, inventor, entrepreneur, investor, and creator of one of the world’s most popular crowdsourced art projects. DamenQuincy Hayes, Director (Artistic, Technical) DamenQuincy is a long‐time recruiter and manager of artistic and technical talent for SVS events and promotional materials.

Project Goals
The goals of the “Spark Mobile” are to promote interaction with strangers, community safety through the cooling zone, and community pride through the support of trash cleanups. Interaction Human interaction through art, learning, and play creates stronger, happier communities and has been sorely missed during Covid restrictions. An example of similar, stationary publicly available activities can be seen at Sacramento’s Downtown Commons activity area including cornhole (toss game) before Kings games. Hosted activities may include Hula hoop making + lessons Tutu making Name tag games Silent disco Community safety Global warming will result in the increasing frequency of extreme heat events that threaten the safety of event attendees and the viability of the overall experience. The Spark Mobile through an onboard water tank and deployable misting towers and shade structures will be able to provide a cooling zone that will allow attendees to lower their body temperatures and avoid the dangers of heatstroke or heat exhaustion. The vehicle and cooling zone can be deployed for humanitarian safety reasons that do not have community event elements. Community Pride Keeping our communities free of trash and rubbish is an increasingly difficult task.

While we can’t immediately solve all of the factors that lead to littering and blight, we can encourage citizens to care about their community and to actively work to make it cleaner. Rancho Cordova has long been home to river cleanups hosted by the foundations linked to the American River. Since 2019, Sacramento Valley Spark has been hosting now quarterly “Moop Your City” trash collection events. M.o.o.p. is an acronym in the Burning Man community for Matter Out Of Place. With grabber sticks, buckets, bags and sharps disposal boxes, the Spark Mobile will support these efforts and make trash collection a fun, community‐bonding experience.

Funding Request
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for community enhancement & investment.

Total Project Cost
18500
Estimated Breakdown of Project Expenditures
Expenses (12 months) Vehicle Lease $3000 Vehicle Storage $3000 Insurance $2000 fuel $2400 wrap $2000 Mister build $2000 silent disco $2000 other‐equipment $2000
Matching Funds
In addition to in‐kind support from a vehicle provider, we are seeking additional funding through foundation support, direct fundraising, and government grants. Project costs may have to be cut to fit available funding. Funding sources In‐kind vehicle subsidy $9,000 SVS Fundraising, Support $2,000 Sac County $2,000 City of Sacramento $2,000 Office of Emergency Services $2,000 Corporate, Foundation Funds $3,000
Include Any Other Funding Contributions
(see above)
Ongoing Operations and Maintenance Costs (if applicable) Projected annual costs Vehicle Lease 3000 Vehicle Storage 3000 Insurance 2000 fuel 2400 Total Community Enhancement & Investment Funds Requested $10,000
Is this a multi‐year request?
No
How many years have you received funding for this project? 0 When will your request for funding sunset for ongoing programs? Application #86 ITEM 12.1. ATTACHMENT 3

3 This project is designed so that it can easily be continued (without startup costs) in future years however, we are not seeking multiyear funding at this time.

Do you plan to ask annually for funding?
Yes
What other funding will you seek to support your project? We will be seeking additional funding through foundation support, direct fundraising, and government grants. Project costs may have to be cut to fit available funding. Funding sources In‐kind vehicle subsidy $9,000 SVS Fundraising, Support $2,000 Sac County $2,000 City of Sacramento $2,000 Office of Emergency Services $2,000 Corporate, Foundation Funds $3,000 Project Schedule, Timeliness and Adaptability
Project Schedule
March 2022 RC Grant Submitted April ‐ June 2022 Additional Grants Submitted July 2022 RC Grant Awarded Sept 2022 Vehicle Received Sept. ‐Dec. 2022 Vehicle Buildout Jan. April Kid's Day May Rancho Cordova International Festival June July 2023 Rancho Cordova July 4 celebration August Sept project closed
In addition to providing the project timeline identified above, describe how you will be able to complete your project by June 30, 2023.

Based on the project timeline, 'Spark Mobile' will attend Rancho Cordova events as early as September 2022 and into June 2023.

Planned events include Kids's Day, International Festival, Sacramento International Marathon and the California Capital Airshow.

We'll discuss whether the vehicle will be available for Rancho Cordova's July 4 celebration. Unless ongoing funding is secured project winds down in September 2023.

Please note, if selected for funding, you will be required to submit a narrative Outcomes Report and a financial Use of Funds Report at least two times during the grant period.

Will you be able to adjust your project if California Public Health and/or Sacramento County Health Orders change? For example, the program could operate virtually or with other modifications made. Please describe.

Sacramento Valley Spark has demonstrated through our drive‐thru events, our ability to alter our events to accommodate current public health orders. All Spark mobile activities will be outdoors and will employ social distancing as needed. We're committed to public safety and are adaptable to changing conditions.

Project Location
Please note that projects or programs that are proposed on property owned or operated by outside agencies or a private party will require the coordination with and potentially approvals from outside agencies, organizations, and/or the private party.

Physical Address of the Project Location
2197 Chase Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Other Physical Addresses (if project/program is at multiple sites) 2300 Mine Shaft Lane various other parks, contingent upon event approvals Have you received a letter of support for the project/program from the property owner? Yes (includes if you are the property owner)
Letter of Support from Property Owner (not K‐12 schools or park/park facility) Support for Spark Mobile.pdf
Is your project/program intended to operate or take place at a public K‐12 school site and/or a park/park facility?
No
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Applicant and Signatory
Application Submitted By
Ed Fletcher
Title
President
Submitting As
Non‐Profit
Phone
9165240775
Email Address
[email protected]
Organization's Legal Name (if applicable)
Sacramento Valley Spark
Mailing Address of Submitter
4221 56TH ST
Sacramento, California 95820
Signatory's Name
Ed Fletcher
Signatory's Title
President
Signatory's Phone
9165240775
Signatory's Email Address
[email protected]
Signatory's Mailing Address
[email protected]
Sacramento, CA 95820
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Cordova Community Council Foundation * 2729 Prospect Park Dr. * Suite 117 * RanchoCordova, CA 95670 (916) 273-5707 * cordovacouncil.org
March 18, 2022
Ed Fletcher
Sac Valley Spark
Via email
Re: Support for Spark Mobile
Dear Ed,
The Cordova Community Council is delighted to support Sacramento Valley Spark’s proposal to create a “Spark Mobile.”
The Cordova Community Council – through our Mine Shaft event center – has worked with Sacramento Valley Spark as you hosted the 2020 Summer Spark Drive-Thru and 2021 Spring Spark Drive-Thru events. Both events operated safely and contributed a much-needed boost of artistic energy to the community. The COVID-safe events allowed thousands to enjoy art, music and food without leaving their vehicles.

As we understand, the Spark Mobile will bring art, interactive games, a silent disco, and a cooling ce nter to Rancho Cordova events. We would be excited to incorporate participation at events such as Kids’ Day, July 4 celebration, iFest, and our outdoor movie and concert nights. It sounds like fun! The Spark Mobile activities would add new energy to our longstanding events benefiting the community. I hope the Community Enhancement and Investment Fund process supports this innovative idea and I look forward to busting some moves of my own via Silent Disco! Sincerely,
Shelly Blanchard, Executive Director
Cordova Community Council Foundation
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Project Information
Project Name
Rancho Cordova School‐Year Service Program
Project Synopsis
Sierra Service Project seeks funding to continue its long‐standing home repair and youth service program. This project will focus on engaging groups of local middle and high school students during the school year in hands‐on home repair and community‐based service projects. Youth will gain skills, and the community will benefit! Project Description
Since 2015, Sierra Service Project (SSP) has hosted over 1,400 volunteer days and completed 106 exterior home repair projects for 74 low‐income City residents. In 2022, we are focusing our projects on equipping local youth volunteers. Objectives of this program are reciprocal and benefit youth volunteers and the home repair or community‐based project beneficiaries, including: ‐ To provide high school and middle school youth with meaningful service‐learning opportunities, a positive and fun volunteer experience, and inspire a life‐long passion for service. ‐ To equip youth with invaluable home repair life skills. ‐ To increase civic engagement through youth volunteers from local groups. ‐ To enhance the quality of life of Rancho Cordova residents by providing safer homes, beautifying neighborhoods, and increasing community pride. In 2022, we plan to reboot our long‐standing Rancho Cordova School‐ Year Service Program with a new approach: 1) In coordination with the City of Rancho Cordova staff and their new volunteer platform, coordinate two regular monthly work days to aid in volunteer recruitment and project scheduling. 2) Work with school, church, and other youth volunteer groups to commit to multiple work days during the school year in advance of the funding cycle.

This proactive approach will keep interested groups accountable, and help us plan projects for faster completion and set clear expectations for beneficiaries. 3) Focus on building long‐term relationships within the community. Elderly residents need home repairs, and are often lonely. Volunteer home repair not only makes a home safer and increases community pride, but is an opportunity for young people to develop intergenerational relationships with the homeowner and adult volunteers they are working with. 4) While focused on youth, we welcome volunteer groups of all ages! Skilled volunteers can help prepare the project for a youth work day, or tackle any particularly challenging aspects.

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2 A Program Manager will be responsible for the development and delivery of this project. They will be supervised by our Executive Director, Megan Taylor, who has spent the last seven years involved in our Rancho Cordova program. SSP’s Business Manager, Jake Bailey, will provide bookkeeping, insurance, budgeting, and HR support, and SSP’s Project Manager will advise the Program Manager with their deep construction and project planning expertise. The Program Manager will work closely with the City, low‐income homeowners, community‐based organizations, and youth volunteer groups to plan projects and lead work days. They will focus: 1) Externally on outreach, building new relationships with volunteer groups. They will spend at least one day a month at community events in Rancho Cordova, getting the word out about our service‐learning opportunities for youth. 2) Internally on maintaining existing relationships, documentation and database records, and proactive communication with constituents via phone, email, and mail. We are in the process of identifying school, church, and other youth‐focused partners to commit to work days next school year.

Cordova High School’s construction teacher Andre Leineke has already committed to two volunteer days in fall 2022. We will partner with at least two different community‐based organizations to engage youth in service‐learning beyond home repairs. This could be gleaning citrus with Soil Born Farms to donate to local food pantries, volunteering on environmental conservation projects and community gardens, or painting a nonprofit or school building.

Project Goals
1) To complete between 20 and 30 home repair project units between July 2022 and June 2023. These projects will improve the quality of life and safety for the homeowner, and increase community pride by repairing or replacing fences, porches, stairs, ramps, exterior paint, and installing drought tolerant front yards. 2) To spend at least one work day per quarter devoted to a community‐ based project. This is a new goal for our work in Rancho Cordova, but an extension of the community partnerships we have at our other sites. We will connect our volunteer groups to local nonprofits that need an infusion of volunteer labor or a repair project on their facility. SSP will supervise the work, provide volunteer support, and building supplies as needed. 3) To work with at least three dedicated groups of youth over the course of the school year. These groups will provide regular, repeat volunteers for work days.

The frequency will be determined by each group, but we will recommend one day per quarter. 4) To complete high quality home repairs which are a source of pride for the homeowner, volunteers, and staff. Overall homeowner satisfaction survey responses will be over 80%. 5) To provide a positive service‐learning experience for youth volunteers to enjoy their work, learn new skills, build intergenerational relationships, all while having fun. Overall volunteer satisfaction survey responses will be over 80%.

Funding Request
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for community enhancement & investment.

Total Project Cost
$70,700
Estimated Breakdown of Project Expenditures
See attached budget PDF. SSP has been the recipient of six funding cycles since 2015, although this year we are requesting funds for two different projects. This funding request is an increase from previous grant cycles to account for rising wages and increased building material and gas costs due to inflation. To fund a half‐time, qualified, Program Manager, it is essential that we raise the wage to $20 per hour.

Matching Funds
At minimum, SSP will host on average two volunteer days each month, 22 work days total across 11 months. With an average of seven volunteers per work day, we estimate 154 volunteers working on average 5 hours per day for a total of 770 volunteer hours.

This volunteer time is valued at $33.61 per hour for a total of $25,880 of matching funds.

Include Any Other Funding Contributions
N/A
Ongoing Operations and Maintenance Costs (if applicable) N/A
Total Community Enhancement & Investment Funds Requested $70,700
Is this a multi‐year request?
No
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3 When will your request for funding sunset for ongoing programs? We anticipate there will always be a need for volunteers within the City, whether for home repairs and maintenance, or community‐ based projects. Hopefully this ongoing investment in equipping youth volunteers will maintain community pride and investment within the City! Someday these youth will likely be homeowners and will have the skills to repair their homes.

Do you plan to ask annually for funding?
Yes
What other funding will you seek to support your project? Volunteering will be free to participate, so there will be no fees (earned revenue). To keep our costs low, we will seek business support through donations and discounts including restaurants, building supply stores, etc. These efforts will offset only a small portion of costs.

Project Schedule, Timeliness and Adaptability
Project Schedule
In advance of the project timeline, once approved for funding, SSP will begin scheduling groups for work days during the summer and beyond. Our goal is to have work days scheduled a quarter in advance, with the flexibility to host interested volunteer groups on shorter notice. The project timeline for this request is July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023. July 2022: Begin hosting two work days per month with youth on summer break. We will also begin attending one community outreach event per month to get the word out about youth service‐learning opportunities, focusing on signing up repeat groups for the school year. Each quarter we will host a work day for community‐based projects for youth volunteers. Also quarterly, we will check in with the City to make sure we are on the same page. Fall 2022: Work with Cordova High School’s Advanced Construction class taught by Andre Leineke. During two school days, an estimated 15 students will work at two homes each day. During winter and spring breaks, and long holiday weekends, we will host out of town volunteers for work days in Rancho Cordova. At least once per year, we will host our board of directors and staff for a work day in Rancho Cordova. This is usually in January, but may be in April or October. May 2023: Host a special gathering to honor youth who volunteered two or more times throughout the school year. We would celebrate their commitment to community service and validate any required hours needed for school (at this time or in advance). We will present a small token of appreciation to any seniors. June 2023: Focus on final project completion and reporting.

In addition to providing the project timeline identified above, describe how you will be able to complete your project by June 30, 2023.

Proactive scheduling of youth volunteer groups will be the key to success for this project. Through outreach in advance of the project start, focusing on repeat volunteer groups, adding monthly participation in local events, and utilizing the City’s new volunteer platform, we anticipate a stronger connection with volunteer groups during the 2022‐2023 school year. The Advanced Construction class at Cordova High School has already committed in March 2022 to join us for two volunteer days in the fall. We are excited to connect students learning about carpentry and construction techniques with real world application repairing homes within their community. This can aid in inspiring young people to pursue a career in construction trades, by connecting their skills and interests with local homeowner and family needs. We also have a small team of retired, weekly volunteers who can move projects toward completion between volunteer groups, and we are actively seeking skilled individuals to join them.

Please note, if selected for funding, you will be required to submit a narrative Outcomes Report and a financial Use of Funds Report at least two times during the grant period.

Will you be able to adjust your project if California Public Health and/or Sacramento County Health Orders change? For example, the program could operate virtually or with other modifications made. Please describe.

SSP has taken the safety of our volunteers, staff, and homeowner beneficiaries very seriously throughout the COVID‐19 pandemic, pausing volunteer groups for almost a full year. In April 2021 we shifted to begin hosting a group of skilled, retired, weekly volunteers who were vaccinated and eager to get back to work. Since then, they have spent 38 Wednesday mornings completing home repairs in Rancho Cordova! We now have access to better tools and knowledge about limiting the spread of COVID to prevent interruptions in our work projects. Staff and volunteers are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID, including a booster as eligible.

Currently, we require KN94, KN95, or N95 masks inside, and COVID testing for any overnight volunteers. Through this funding, our projects have always been outside, focusing on improving community pride and homeowner quality of life. This means all of our projects have a built‐in safety measure. While we are not requiring masks outdoors, we are providing masks and hand sanitizer to all volunteers. We are confident these protective measures have set us up for sustained success, and with only minor additional precautions, we will be able to adapt to any state or county restrictions without interruption to our goals.

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4 Please note that projects or programs that are proposed on property owned or operated by outside agencies or a private party will require the coordination with and potentially approvals from outside agencies, organizations, and/or the private party.

Physical Address of the Project Location
Various
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Other Physical Addresses (if project/program is at multiple sites) Various private homes and community‐based organization sites.

Have you received a letter of support for the project/program from the property owner? No
Letter of Support from Property Owner (not K‐12 schools or park/park facility) Is your project/program intended to operate or take place at a public K‐12 school site and/or a park/park facility?
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Applicant and Signatory
Application Submitted By
Megan Taylor
Title
Executive Director
Submitting As
Non‐Profit
Phone
9164886441
Email Address
[email protected]
Organization's Legal Name (if applicable)
Sierra Service Project
Mailing Address of Submitter
PO Box 13009
Sacramento, California 95813
Signatory's Name
Ms. Megan Taylor
Signatory's Title
Executive Director
Signatory's Phone
9164886441
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[email protected]
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5 Signatory's Mailing Address
PO Box 13009
Sacramento, California 95813
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2022-2023 Rancho Cordova School-Year Service Program Budget Wages $26,500
Taxes and Insurance (25%) $6,625
Building Materials $16,500
Community-Based Projects $4,000
Volunteer T-Shirts & Lunches $5,353
Transportation $2,000
Miscellaneous $500
Total Direct Expenses $61,478
Overhead (15%) $9,222
Grand Total $70,700
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From: City of Rancho Cordova
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Project Information
Project Name
Rancho Cordova Summer Service Program
Project Synopsis
Sierra Service Project seeks funding for a new youth summer program in Rancho Cordova. This project focuses on engaging middle and high school students in hands-on home repair and community-based service projects during a week of their summer break. Youth will gain skills, have fun, and the community will benefit! Project Description
Since 2015, Sierra Service Project (SSP) has hosted over 1,400 volunteer days and completed 106 exterior home repair projects for 74 low-income city residents. We are proposing a summer service-learning program in 2023.

Objectives of this program are reciprocal and benefit local youth, youth from outside the community, and home repair and community-based project beneficiaries, including: 1) To provide high school and middle school youth with meaningful service-learning opportunities, a positive and fun volunteer experience, and inspire a life-long passion for service. 2) To equip youth with invaluable home repair life skills. 3) To increase civic engagement through youth volunteers from local and traveling groups. 4) To enhance the quality of life of Rancho Cordova residents by providing safer homes, beautify neighborhoods, and increase community pride. For the first time, SSP is proposing to establish a summer site in Rancho Cordova. Currently our other summer community partners are based throughout California in Del Norte and San Diego Counties, and in the Navajo Nation in Arizona. In 2022, our summer program will host over 800 volunteers who dedicate a week of their summer to service-learning. By adding a site in Rancho Cordova, we will be adding a closer option for our pool of volunteers from the middle of the state, including the Bay Area and the greater Sacramento region. We will invite youth volunteers from Rancho Cordova, and other regions, to join together to spend a week completing home repairs for low-income residents, and projects with community-based organizations. The program will offer day and overnight programs, to accommodate the needs and interests of both local and outside volunteer groups.

Project Team
A team of seven young adult staff will run our summer program. We will seek applicants from Rancho Cordova, and our broader constituent base. Staff don’t need any prior experience, and will spend 10 days in training prior to hosting volunteers. The staff will be supervised by our Executive Director, Megan Taylor, who has spent 7 years Application #88
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involved in our Rancho Cordova program, and 12 years managing SSP’s summer program. The headquarters staff in Sacramento that will support the team includes our Business Manager and Director of Engagement and Impact. The staff will consist of: 1) A Site Director who will serve as the team lead and be a liaison between the staff, volunteers, City, homeowners, and community partners. This person will have at least one year of experience on SSP staff. 2) Three Construction Coordinators who will meet with homeowners and community partners to plan projects and lead work days. They will rotate between work projects, providing instruction and support. 3) Two Food Service Coordinators who will prepare meals for volunteers and staff. At least one dinner per week will be open to the public as a community dinner. They will manage food inventory, kitchen volunteers, and provide a meal plan that accommodates all dietary needs. 4) A program coordinator who will plan activities and discussions for volunteers to process their service-learning experience. This includes coordinating with community speakers and weekly full group community-based service activities. We will work with 10 to 25 groups of youth and adult volunteers. Individual youth will be welcome. Local volunteers will be invited to participate either just during the day, or for the full week staying overnight. In addition to community-based project partners, our host facility will be another major partner.

SSP will seek a school, church, or other space to house volunteers and staff overnight and a place to prepare meals, provide showers, etc.

Project Goals
1) To complete between 40 and 50 home repair project units between June and August 2023. These projects will improve the quality of life and safety for the homeowner and community pride by repairing or replacing fences, porches, stairs, ramps, exterior paint, and installing drought tolerant front yards. 2) To spend at least one work day per week devoted to a community-based project. This is a new goal for our work in Rancho Cordova, but an extension of the community partnerships we have at our other sites. We will connect our volunteer groups to local nonprofits that need an infusion of volunteer labor or a repair project on their facility. SSP will supervise the work, provide volunteer support, and building supplies as needed. 3) To work with at least one local group of youth per week. Local groups and outside groups who travel to Rancho Cordova will serve side by side, learning about each other and the various backgrounds they come from. Peer relationships will be formed across communities. 4) To complete high quality home repairs which are a source of pride for the homeowner, volunteers, and staff. Overall homeowner satisfaction survey responses will be over 80%. 5) To provide a positive service-learning experience for youth volunteers to enjoy their work, learn new skills, build intergenerational relationships, all while having fun.

Overall volunteer satisfaction survey responses will be over 80%.

Funding Request
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for community enhancement & investment.

Total Project Cost
$104,800
Estimated Breakdown of Project Expenditures
See attached PDF for a simplified breakdown of summer program income and expenses. SSP provides week-long volunteers with overnight housing, meals from Sunday night to Saturday morning, building materials for projects, staffing, t-shirt, and more. Volunteers are required to provide their own transportation during the week, and adult volunteers at a ratio of between 1:4 and 1:5 youth.

Matching Funds
SSP will host six weeks of volunteers during summer 2023. This accounts for 200 volunteers who will spend a week serving in Rancho Cordova. This is equivalent to 800 volunteer days. Working 6 hours per day, we estimate a total of 4,800 volunteer hours. This volunteer time is valued at $33.61 per hour for a total of $161,328 of matching funds! Include Any Other Funding Contributions
Typically SSP’s summer program participants pay a fee to cover the costs of volunteering, and we offer scholarships — provided by donors — to low-income participants. It is important to us that our programs are accessible to anyone who wants to participate. For this program we are proposing a small $60 deposit fee per person, to keep Application #88
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volunteers accountable to their commitment after signing-up. Deposits for 200 volunteers will cover $12,000 in costs. If the City of Rancho Cordova is not able to fulfill our funding request for this program, we would need to offset the difference with greater participant fees from volunteers. For example, if $70,000 was granted by the City, SSP would need to charge 200 participants a $174 fee (including the $60 deposit) to cover the rest of our costs (the remaining $22,800). Our other summer program sites (which are not funded by significant grant awards) have a participant fee of $455 per person, so this would still be a cost-effective summer program for families. We recognize the economic disparity between families including those who have the time to volunteer versus those who need to work to support their families. Eliminating the need to rely on large participant fees would significantly reduce the barrier to participation that fees and traveling long distances requires of families.

Ongoing Operations and Maintenance Costs (if applicable) N/A
Total Community Enhancement & Investment Funds Requested $92,800
Is this a multi-year request?
No
How many years have you received funding for this project? 6 When will your request for funding sunset for ongoing programs? We anticipate there will always be a need for volunteers within the City, whether for home repairs and maintenance, or community-based projects. Hopefully this ongoing investment in equipping youth volunteers will maintain community pride and investment within the City! Someday these youth will likely be homeowners and will have the skills to repair their homes.

Do you plan to ask annually for funding?
Yes
What other funding will you seek to support your project? To keep our costs low, we will seek business support through donations and discounts including grocery stores, building supply stores, etc. These efforts will offset only a small portion of costs.

Project Schedule, Timeliness and Adaptability
Project Schedule
The project timeline for this request is March 1 to August 31, 2023, spanning two funding cycles. Fall 2022:

Volunteer outreach and recruitment begins for Summer 2023. October 2022: Registration opens, $60 deposit to reserve a space. We’ll continue to sign-up volunteer groups through winter and spring. December 2022: Staff outreach recruitment begins. March 2023: Hire staff team of seven young adults. April and May 2023: Online training for staff and volunteers. Staff site visit to coordinate with community partners and begin project selection.

June 2023: Ten days of in-person staff training on job specifics and conflict resolution, leadership, working with youth and adult volunteers, etc. One week of preparation before volunteers arrive. First session of volunteer groups begins at the end of the month. July 2023: Four week-long sessions of volunteer groups throughout the month.

Peak season for project completion. August 2023: Last weeks of volunteer groups, followed by a few days of completing projects (as necessary) and packing up the site by staff. Staff gather from all sites for a few days to debrief their summer, and share highlights and lessons learned with other staff, SSP’s board, community partners, etc. A few months after the summer, a survey will be sent to all homeowners and community-based organizations who received work projects to gauge their satisfaction with the work, volunteer, and staff. Weekly schedule:

Sunday: Volunteers arrive, in-person orientation. Monday: Tool training and half work day. Tuesday: Full work day, community dinner, and local speaker. Wednesday: Half work day as a full group with a community-based organization, half day at the river and BBQ dinner. Thursday: Full work day, off-site evening program. Friday: Full work day, end of week celebrations. Saturday: Volunteers depart after cleaning up, volunteer survey, group photo, Application #88
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etc.

In addition to providing the project timeline identified above, describe how you will be able to complete your project by June 30, 2023.

Integrated into SSP’s flagship, 47-year-old summer program, registration will be streamlined and advertised 9 months in advance. By providing Rancho Cordova as a site location, a large portion of SSP’s existing volunteer base will be funneled into this program. This will allow for local outreach to plug into an already-successful program, instead of starting from scratch. Due to multiple volunteer weeks running simultaneously in various locations, our summer program is much more rigorous and scheduled than our year-round program in Rancho Cordova has been.

Six weeks of volunteers requires intense staff preparation, a learning curve for staff during the first few weeks, and a number of weeks where the program is running smoothly. Consistent volunteer groups throughout six weeks will aid in timely project completion. More volunteers means more completed projects! Since this program spans two funding cycles, it will not be completed by June 30, 2023 but instead August 31, 2023.

Please note, if selected for funding, you will be required to submit a narrative Outcomes Report and a financial Use of Funds Report at least two times during the grant period.

Will you be able to adjust your project if California Public Health and/or Sacramento County Health Orders change? For example, the program could operate virtually or with other modifications made. Please describe.

SSP has taken the safety of our volunteers, staff, and homeowner beneficiaries very seriously throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, pausing volunteer groups for almost a full year. We now have access to better tools and knowledge about how to limit the spread of COVID to prevent interruptions in our programs. Staff and volunteers are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID, including a booster as eligible. Currently, we require KN94, KN95, or N95 masks inside, and COVID testing for overnight volunteers. We have a Medical Advisory Council of health care professionals which advises our safety policies. We meet monthly to review our safety policies and adjust accordingly. We know the world will change significantly in the next 15 months. Our projects in Rancho Cordova have always been outside, focusing on improving community pride and homeowner quality of life. This means all of our projects have a built-in safety measure. While we are not requiring masks outdoors, we are providing masks and hand sanitizer to all volunteers. We are confident these protective measures have set us up for sustained success, and with only minor additional precautions, we will be able to adapt to any state or county restrictions without interruption to our goals.

Project Location
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Physical Address of the Project Location
Various
Rancho Cordova, California 95670
Other Physical Addresses (if project/program is at multiple sites) Various private homes and community-based organization sites.

Have you received a letter of support for the project/program from the property owner? No
Letter of Support from Property Owner (not K-12 schools or park/park facility) Is your project/program intended to operate or take place at a public K-12 school site and/or a park/park facility?
No
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Yes
Applicant and Signatory
Application Submitted By
Megan Taylor
Title
Executive Director
Submitting As
Non-Profit
Phone
9164886441
Email Address
[email protected]
Organization's Legal Name (if applicable)
Sierra Service Project
Mailing Address of Submitter
PO Box 13009
Sacramento, California 95813
Signatory's Name
Ms. Megan Taylor
Signatory's Title
Executive Director
Signatory's Phone
9164886441
Signatory's Email Address
[email protected]
Signatory's Mailing Address
PO Box 13009
Sacramento, California 95813
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2022-2023 Rancho Cordova Summer Service Program Budget

INCOME EXPENSES
Volunteer Deposits ($60 per person) $12,000 Wages $33,700 City of Rancho Cordova Grant $92,800 Taxes and Worker's Comp (25%) $8,425 TOTAL INCOME $104,800 Building Materials & Tools $19,355 Transportation & Insurance $10,200
Food, Kitchen, & Hygiene Supplies $9,300
Facility Rental & Site Equipment $4,250
Community-Based Projects $3,000
Volunteer T-Shirts $1,700
Speaker Honorariums $300
Miscellaneous $900
Total Direct Expenses $91,130
Overhead (15%) $13,670
TOTAL EXPENSES $104,800
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1 Randi Kay Stephens
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Project Information
Project Name
Learning Tools For A Successful Community
Project Synopsis
This project is empowering the Rancho Cordova community for economic success through domestic violence awareness and hands‐ on technical training. By equipping the residents with the new abilities of proven techniques for safety and lifelong learning, this project directly contributes to job placement and retention in Rancho Cordova.

Project Description
The economic damages that family and domestic abuse has on a community may be the single most contributing factor to generational poverty. Victims of intimate partner violence lose a total of 8 million days of paid work each year and the cost of intimate partner violence exceeds $8.3 billion per year. Furthermore, between 21‐60% of victims of intimate partner violence lose their jobs due to reasons stemming from the abuse. People try to leave abusive relationships, but they lack the tools to change. the residents of Rancho Cordova will benefit with a DV awareness campaign. This project will use technical training and a series of awareness events to equip Rancho Cordova women and the community with the lifelong tools to be economically independent. The participants in the training will learn how to make self‐defense tools, DV awareness materials, and artistic displays that reflect their experiences. By using modern manufacturing equipment, the participants will be exposed to viable manufacturing careers. This project will be aligned with the California Mobility Center’s Career Pathways model which intends to establish pipelines from underrepresented communities into economically viable manufacturing careers needed to support Clean Mobility. The culmination of job training, self‐empowerment, and DV awareness will lead to enhanced community connectedness. In connected communities, members gain a sense of belonging and purpose from the experience of both deriving value from and adding value to their community. Stronger connections increase a person’s sense of hope and self‐worth, and the ability to cope adaptively in the face of adversity. As a result, community connectedness is a protective factor that enhances well‐ being, fosters resilience, and promotes prevention. This project will reinforce Rancho Cordova as a model of community connectedness where people build relationships, strong networks, and thrive economically.

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2 Project Team: Heather Morrow / KitnCut ‐ Project manager and administrator ‐ current owner of laser cutting company, DV survivor, project lead experience; will implement all aspects of the project, including outreach, facilitating resource shares, contract administration, and convening meetings for interest in future Peace Institute, events, and training and support. Kitncut serves to set itself as a vital link for the entrepreneur and industry sector of Rancho Cordova. By providing low cost manufacturing services to small businesses in the area, we are in line to bring manufacturing back to the States, ensuring fair pay and sustainable practices for a more solid future. Our mission is to help small businesses level up to that next step, helping them to fly. In the same way, Heather Morrow, owner of Kitncut, has made it out of abusive situations, while working full‐time in professional jobs, and raising two children. She can see a clear vision of how to empower people to get out or help their loved ones out of a bad situation. Heather has project management experience from previous work on her resume, and is a great connector of people to people and people to resources. John Brewer ‐mentor, local NVC affiliate/Qi‐Gong Master, licensed marriage and Family Counselor Soroptomist Club ‐ Community outreach and engagement. Works with women and children with years of experience in all aspects of domestic violence and mutual aid with their care programs in Rancho Cordova. Sheryl Longsworth is taking the lead in their group. ASCRIBE Educational Consulting ( Author, Educator) ‐ Direct community link and seminar leader for empowerment California Mobility Center ‐ Employer engagement, job placement, community partner engagement, participant mentoring Project Goals
Project Goals: The project’s long‐term goal is to build a comprehensive domestic violence awareness and abolishment campaign to raise public safety, awareness, and economic sustainability. Using this project as the launch, KitnCut intends to lead efforts to establish Rancho Cordova’s own Nonviolent Communication Center for Family Health. This is based on the NVC teachings of Dr Martin Luther King Jr and the King Center in Georgia which focuses on attacking the root causes of poverty like unemployment, domestic violence, and lack of resources and education. The project goals for 2022‐2023 are to: Host at least 2 community‐based domestic violence and anti racism trainings hosted by ASCRIBE Educational Consulting Recruit at least 3 other women‐owned businesses as mentors and consulting support Host at least 4 women‐led technical training sessions Host at least 1 career fair specifically for Rancho Cordova manufacturing companies Host at least 1 diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI) awareness training for employers Participate and distribute awareness materials at at least 4 community events (e.g. Kids Day in the Park, Hoppin at Hagan, houses of worship, Bliss Marketplace, etc) Align with Women in Manufacturing summit in October 2022 (also sponsor tickets) Metrics: Job Placement in Rancho Cordova Manufacturing Sector Total participant intake to existing programs Number of inquiries to help line Number of external resources leveraged Number of people enrolled in technical training Number of responses to community awareness and education surveys or interviews Funding Request
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for community enhancement & investment.

Total Project Cost
Year 1 Rancho Cordova Funding Request: $112,000
Estimated Breakdown of Project Expenditures
Equipment/Curriculum: $30,000 Program Implementation Manager: $54,000 Training Materials: $10,000 Professional Consulting/Staff: $15,000 Tools/carepaks: $3,000
Matching Funds
Community Fundraising will be done for the culminating event Include Any Other Funding Contributions
Family contributions from the Morrows: $2,000
Ongoing Operations and Maintenance Costs (if applicable) none
Total Community Enhancement & Investment Funds Requested $204,000
Is this a multi‐year request?
Yes
Number of Years
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3 If you answered yes above, describe your sustainability plan and whether the project is viable as a single year request.

Multiyear Request: Yes. 3 years (through 2024). The ongoing budget will not include additional equipment. Future funding requests from Rancho Cordova will be $92k. Since the project is connected to the larger CMC program, this project will be viable as a feeder to the larger CMC program over multiple years. If only funded for one year, Kitncut will be able to gainfully employ at least 5 more people over 2 years while increasing production capability to 500%. This falls in line with our placement on the state and county contracts vendor lists, and ability to employ DV survivors, while also enabling more small clothing designers access to the cutting services, thus growing the textile and clothing manufacturing in Rancho Cordova.

How many years have you received funding for this project? 0 When will your request for funding sunset for ongoing programs? June 20, 2026
Do you plan to ask annually for funding?
Yes
What other funding will you seek to support your project? Community Donations via kickstarter, fundraising sales of sewn products, Heather Morrow public art auctions via Natomas Art and Garden Center
Project Schedule, Timeliness and Adaptability
Project Schedule
Ongoing carepack production and info giveaway Ongoing outreaches via community event vendor table Recruit 3 additional woman‐ owned business owners Faith‐based community partner outreach meetings June 2022‐june 2023: technical training for interested parties/ continued outreach/ monthly partner meetings to reach the most vulnerable populations/one on one support October 2022: 3 day culminating accessible event of speakers, creation intensives, NVC workshops (ASL, interpreters, ADA access provided) October 2022: Women in Manufacturing Expo Expand real time knowledge of how to prevent violence and encourage thoughtful communication in the community. Will be measured by reduction in domestic violence. Begin talks to create a safe space (long term goal) in Rancho Cordova for survivors to rebuild through entrepreneurship and education.

In addition to providing the project timeline identified above, describe how you will be able to complete your project by June 30, 2023.

The project team lead is Heather Morrow (proprietor of KitnCut) and she will dedicate the majority of her time to this project. The total project team has the ability and resources to support Heather in the execution and administration of this project through June 30,2023 and beyond.

Please note, if selected for funding, you will be required to submit a narrative Outcomes Report and a financial Use of Funds Report at least two times during the grant period.

Will you be able to adjust your project if California Public Health and/or Sacramento County Health Orders change? For example, the program could operate virtually or with other modifications made. Please describe.

This project will be able to adapt to any health advisories as the training sessions can be hybrid with virtually delivered sessions combined with hands‐on training in an open warehouse space. The public events can be hosted in outdoor venues as well.

Project Location
Please note that projects or programs that are proposed on property owned or operated by outside agencies or a private party will require the coordination with and potentially approvals from outside agencies, organizations, and/or the private party.

Physical Address of the Project Location
11275 Sunrise Gold Cr Ste V
Rancho COrdova, CA 95742
Other Physical Addresses (if project/program is at multiple sites) Application #89
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4 Community Events that are already licensed (vendor booths), and churches Have you received a letter of support for the project/program from the property owner? No
Letter of Support from Property Owner (not K‐12 schools or park/park facility) Is your project/program intended to operate or take place at a public K‐12 school site and/or a park/park facility?
No
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Applicant and Signatory
Application Submitted By
Heather Morrow
Title
Submitting As
Individual
Phone
9166000634
Email Address
[email protected]
Organization's Legal Name (if applicable)

KITNCUT
Mailing Address of Submitter
11275 Sunrise Gold Cr Ste V
Rancho COrdova, CA 95742
Signatory's Name
Ms. Heather Morrow
Signatory's Title
Signatory's Phone
9166000634
Signatory's Email Address
[email protected]
Signatory's Mailing Address
11275 Sunrise Gold Cr Ste V
Rancho COrdova, CA 95742
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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Learning Tools for A Successful Community
LEVERAGE:

Kitncut currently offers immediate mutual aid on a per-case basis to DV survivors and the unhoused, giving hygiene products, clothes, and resource referrals. Once you’ve been through DV, it’s like an unspoken bond. This is how survivors make it out. By engaging with the public at ground level and meeting people where they are, we can direct more people to the services already in place, like weave, women’s empowerment, and women’s business center, harm reduction services, 12-step recovery programs, and self defense classes, while equipping them with better skills through our complimentary services. This will directly help stabilize them and prepare them for our job placement features.

COMMUNITY BENEFIT:

Raising awareness about domestic violence is a benefit to everyone. Once the conversation is started, people can learn how to get out of bad situations, and know how to safely help.

Reducing violence reduces health issues, improves study habits, reduces truancy and makes for a more wholly functioning and contributing person to the community.

CHILD/YOUTH EDUCATION: Knowing the signs and how to get help for violence in the home leads to more stable families, and breaks generational trauma. Children are often aware even when we don’t tell them. The sooner they can own their truth and believe in themselves, the stronger they are as a person, and more able to help others.

COMMUNITY PRIDE: To make a house a home, we must create a feeling of safety, helping people to understand that they are not alone, and there is a way out. We can teach each other to be the most helpful in de-escalating a violent situation and making it safe for all.

QUALITY OF LIFE: Community events that share education, joy, and Social interactions are core memories for our children. Getting together for positive change encourages healthy habits and friendships. Friendships inspire care and concern for one another, and that is what a good life is made of. When tv and the internet are filled with all kinds of violence and bad decisions, let’s show each other that we care. Violence free homes are directly correlated to less disease.

ARTS, CULTURE, HISTORY, ENTERTAINMENT:

Domestic violence awareness helps us all realize our similarities, as it crosses all lines of color, socio-economic background, and ability. And it helps us realize we are all deserving of loving and caring environments. The plaques and motto signs that will be made will be hung in prominent areas, encouraging everyone to take a chance and do better. Also, helping survivors realize art outlets to work through trauma will foster future community arts, and help people celebrate their cultures through artistic expression. We can recognize our history and how knowing it can help us shape a better future. Fostering a safe community allows entertainment to flourish, as people feel safe to express themselves in a safe environment.

BUSINESS/ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: see opening of paper: our program will immediately help to alleviate the overreaching community pains and lasting scars that domestic violence has on each of us, and the workforce of our city. Additionally, with more manufacturing equipment for classes, Kitncut will be able to gainfully employ at least 5 more people over 2 years while Application #89
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increasing production capability to 500%. This falls in line with our placement on the state and county contracts vendor lists, and ability to employ DV survivors.

WORKFORCE/ECONOMIC IMPACT OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IN THE COMMUNITY:
● Victims of intimate partner violence lose a total of 8.0 million days of paid work each year.6
● The cost of intimate partner violence exceeds $8.3 billion per year.6 ● Between 21-60% of victims of intimate partner violence lose their jobs due to reasons stemming from the abuse.6
● Between 2003 and 2008, 142 women were murdered in their workplace by their abuser, 78% of women killed in the workplace during this timeframe.4

PHYSICAL/MENTAL IMPACT
● Women abused by their intimate partners are more vulnerable to contracting HIV or other STI’s due to forced intercourse or prolonged exposure to stress.7
● Studies suggest that there is a relationship between intimate partner violence and depression and suicidal behavior.7
● Physical, mental, and sexual and reproductive health effects have been linked with intimate partner violence including adolescent pregnancy, unintended pregnancy in general, miscarriage, stillbirth, intrauterine hemorrhage, nutritional deficiency, abdominal pain and other gastrointestinal problems, neurological disorders, chronic pain, disability, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), as well as Application #89
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noncommunicable diseases such as hypertension, cancer and cardiovascular diseases. Victims of domestic violence are also at higher risk for developing addictions to alcohol, tobacco, or drugs.7 You’ve seen it happen, or maybe you heard it through a wall. Someone got hit, someone is screaming, or you heard a thud that made your heart drop.

Why does it matter? How is it your problem? You’ve heard it before: ”Mind your business; what are you looking at? You want next?” Abusers tell us it isn’t our problem. But really, it's our only chance.

It’s our world. No one will fix it for us. We are all one human race, whether we realize it or not, and we have to start sticking up for each other, or we will be next. Granted, we can’t always put ourselves in harm’s way for another- I mean, would it make the abuser stop or would they go for you, too? If you called the cops would they show up soon enough, or would they know which person was the aggressor? This is no new fight. It can be confusing when we live in a war fueled world, but it is really only a coward that wants to hit someone out of anger.

Just 5 sick days (the average number of dv callouts by survivors per year, over the allotted sick days) for 10 employees (a conservative number of employees experiencing domestic violence on average in a 100 person company) can cost a company over a million dollars in revenue. This doesn't even touch on the impact it has on bystanders and loved ones that are witness to the violence, and the hopelessness that individuals throughout the community feel when faced with how to make a change or a difference without endangering themselves.

Abusers are lost in their trauma. It is up to them to change. Even leaving abuse, sometimes people do not yet possess the tools to change into what they want to be. A lot of those tools are books and conversations, and when we think we are alone, or that our pain is the worst, as James Baldwin said, we can open a book and see that our suffering is the human condition.

EQUIPPING RANCHO CORDOVA WITH THE TOOLS TO MAKE SAFE AND HEALTHY DECISIONS.

The answer is in the mechanics of our wiring. Just like any job, handyman, or craftsman… any worker needs to be equipped with the proper tools, special tools of building a safe city, where we feel safe to still be the “city of play.” Domestic Violence affects everyone and so it will take a commitment from everyone to help change the narrative. Rancho Cordova is a young city, full of young people, and it’s our chance to turn the tide. Women have traditionally been kept from education in many parts of the world, yes, even Application #89
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here… some even being taken away from their homelands and transferred over here with no knowledge of how to speak the language, and no links to resources, let alone where to begin to find them. These women are the backbone of our society, someone’s daughter; someone’s mother, someone’s sister, someone’s wife. Each and every one deserves the chance to support herself at the task she chooses.

We are proposing a support service of immediate and ongoing outreach to supply women and children with self defense access and
mindfulness/situational awareness training to lead to employment.

Included is at least 2 community-based domestic violence and anti racism trainings, to empower women to financial independence and security, with translators offered. This will be accomplished with working models of women- owned businesses as mentors, consulting support, and at least 4 woman- led technical training sessions. These will lead to careers in manufacturing at local companies here in Rancho Cordova through the California Mobility Center support of job placement services.

As seen in the statistics above, helping to end domestic violence helps solidify the local economy by reducing turnover and encouraging safety and accountability from all of us. Having people with stable relationships gives the community people that keep their jobs and keep roles filled so that business can keep going. We intend to do mass marketing, show up at every community event to do giveaways of supplies that they will let us attend, especially Kids Day in the Park, Hoppin at Hagan, and Bliss Marketplace, also Fusion Rose First Thursday. We will also complete targeted marketing to all houses of worship in the area, and all women’s and local groups. In addition to the education, we will offer a stress buster/ art break at the booths for trauma survivors and anyone who wants to partake. A focus will be on womeninmanufacturing.org and their 3 day summit on October 8th. We would like to sponsor tickets for a certain number of individuals for their virtual offering, and also offer scholarships to the King Center’s Online Course offerings to interested parties.

Support letters to be included from:

John Brewer (local NVC affiliate)
Soroptomist Club (already work with women and children) LGBTQ Center
Antirecidivism Space
Our overreaching, long-term goal is to build a comprehensive domestic violence awareness and abolishment campaign to raise public safety and awareness. This will span the next ten years, and culminate in the housing of Rancho Cordova’s own Nonviolent Communication Center for Family Health.

This is based on the teachings of NVC of Dr Martin Luther King Jr and the King Center In Georgia that focus on attacking the root causes of poverty like Application #89
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unemployment, domestic violence, and lack of resources and education. * Community connectedness refers to the nature and quality of engagement among community members, including individuals, families, neighborhoods, groups, organizations, institutions, and social networks (i.e., schools, cultural-based organizations, faith communities, social media). It involves the relationships people have with each other as well as their level of engagement with the broader community. In connected communities, members gain a sense of belonging, purpose, and mattering from the experience of both deriving value from and adding value to their community.

Stronger connections increase a person’s sense of hope and self-worth, and the ability to cope adaptively in the face of adversity. As a result, community connectedness is a protective factor that enhances well-being, fosters resilience, and promotes prevention.

A connected community is where people build relationships, strong social networks, and thrive.https://preventipv.org
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Project Information
Project Name
Rancho Cordova Elk's Facilitiy Improvements ‐ for Use by Local Fundraising Entities Project Synopsis
The Elk’s Lodge is an ideal place to host local fundraising events. Elk’s is requesting funds to improve the kitchen capacity, efficiency and to reduce operating expenses. With a great location just off Sunrise Blvd just 4 miles south of Highway 50, a large main dining/meeting room, parking on site, a full service bar and complete commercial kitchen ‐ the Lodge can be adapted to provide the ideal location for any number of events at a significantly lower cost than commercial providers.

Project Description
It is difficult to find locations in the Rancho Cordova area that provide meeting space, access, parking and a full commercial kitchen to provide a location for non‐profit events that support the community – and at an affordable price. Elk’s cannot currently fund the improvements to improve capacity and the flexability needed to support a variety of events. But with a small amount of funding, this Lodge can provide a significant asset to the Community. The Rancho Cordova Elk’s Lodge has most basic items needed to support a variety of events. Currently the Elk’s host 50 to 60 events per year. That leaves over 300 days per year that the Lodge can be available for non‐profit organizations to host fundraising, educational seminars, shows, or other events. Costs can be kept to a minimum, with no mark‐up on food costs or labor – straight pass through on support costs and a minimal rate to cover Lodge operating expenses (estimating 15 – 20% of revenues). The current Lodge has some shortcomings that should be addressed to maximize it’s potential. The Kitchen has a limited capacity to provide enough meals in a timely manner, and to adapt to a variety of uses. The only griddle is small, and needs to be replaced with a larger unit for breakfast and quick meal preparation. The dishwasher is undersized and it’s capacity is not adequate for proposed needs. Upgrading and adding several other appliances will also improve the capacity and flexibility of use (coffee maker, cleaning equipment, a food warming steam‐table, sneeze‐guards, cold salad bar table, etc.) A successful project will provide a great location with the equipment needed to support a variety of events and the lowest cost, with minimal energy use and overhead. The community will benefit for years to come across a wide array of needs. Any small investment can contribute to a number of future events and needs.

Project Team
Chairman of the Board Bob Roe Secretary Gary McCoy Trustee Scott Anderson Trustee Norm Mayer Trustee Jerry Miller Application #90
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2 Project Goals
To allow for tracking of the events and success, the following metrics can be tracked for each event. 1. Event Sponsor 2. Number of attendees 3. Gross sales revenue for all event related sales 4. Total cost of goods sold and any labor to support the event 5. Net proceeds after a percent sharing agreements with Elk’s (fully disclosed) 6. Attendee feedback will be requested and tracked (quality of the food, service and overall facility ranking). A successful year will show increasing use of the Lodge, larger and more efficient fundraising events (actual dollars provided as a result of the event) and community awareness of the capabilities of the facilities and it’s Elk’s members and supporters. Also, by providing a central location for events, it is hoped that like minded supporters of Rancho Cordova non‐profits ‐ may join the Elks and increase the pool of talent and experience available to further support the community going forward.

Funding Request
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for community enhancement & investment.

Total Project Cost
$45,245.34
Estimated Breakdown of Project Expenditures
Food Serving Equipment 36" griddle/Oven $2,774.00 6" 6‐burner Range w/ Oven $2,466.00 4 Well Steamtable Hot Food $1,196.00 Portable Sneeze Guard $671.00 Table Top Food Bar (salads) $1,113.00 Coffee Brewer Decanter (3 pots) $796.00 Sanitizing Dishwasher $4,506.00 High Temp Glass Washer $3,899.00 Subtotal $17,421.00 Taxes at 8.75% $1,524.34 Installation/electrical $8,500.00 (for steamtable and kitchen equipment) Additional Meeting/Dining Chairs $8,500.00 updating ‐ refresh dining/meeting area paint $4,500.00 LED lighting in Main Dining area $4,800.00 (clean bright lighting and lower energy costs) Total $45,245.34 Matching Funds
none
Include Any Other Funding Contributions
none at this time
Ongoing Operations and Maintenance Costs (if applicable) No increase to existing costs, energy savings will decrease costs.

Total Community Enhancement & Investment Funds Requested $45, 245.34
Is this a multi‐year request?
No
How many years have you received funding for this project? 0 When will your request for funding sunset for ongoing programs? TBD
Do you plan to ask annually for funding?
No
What other funding will you seek to support your project? Rancho Cordova Elk's Lodge will provide additional funds to support Lodge updating and improvements.

Project Schedule, Timeliness and Adaptability
Project Schedule
Upon approval of project, equipment and improvements will be ordered. Currently, suppliers are quoting 2 to 3 month delays. But fully expect to complete the installation of all equipment by August 2022. Lodge is fully useable and availble currently with minor closures to complete the larger installs.

In addition to providing the project timeline identified above, describe how you will be able to complete your project by June 30, 2023.

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3 As long as supplier delays don't change or improve, full project completing should be August 2022.

Please note, if selected for funding, you will be required to submit a narrative Outcomes Report and a financial Use of Funds Report at least two times during the grant period.

Will you be able to adjust your project if California Public Health and/or Sacramento County Health Orders change? For example, the program could operate virtually or with other modifications made. Please describe.

We will adapt to any changes in Health Orders as needed. Only complete closure would alter planned timing and project completion.

Project Location
Please note that projects or programs that are proposed on property owned or operated by outside agencies or a private party will require the coordination with and potentially approvals from outside agencies, organizations, and/or the private party.

Physical Address of the Project Location
11440 Elks Circle
Rancho Cordova, CA 95742
Other Physical Addresses (if project/program is at multiple sites) none
Have you received a letter of support for the project/program from the property owner? No
Letter of Support from Property Owner (not K‐12 schools or park/park facility) Is your project/program intended to operate or take place at a public K‐12 school site and/or a park/park facility?
No
Read‐Only Content
Please acknowledge that you read and understand the above Supplemental Endorsement Form requirements.

Yes
Applicant and Signatory
Application Submitted By

SCOTT ANDERSON
Title
Trustee
Submitting As
Non‐Profit
Phone
9165026455
Email Address
[email protected]
Organization's Legal Name (if applicable)
Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, Rancho Cordova Lodge #2484 Mailing Address of Submitter
4479 RUBY LANDING WAY
RANCHO CORDOVA, CA 95742
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4 Signatory's Name
Scott Anderson
Signatory's Title
Trustee
Signatory's Phone
9165026455
Signatory's Email Address
[email protected]
Signatory's Mailing Address
4479 Ruby Landing Way
Rancho Cordova, CA 95742
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1 Randi Kay Stephens
From: City of Rancho Cordova <[email protected]> Sent: Friday, March 18, 2022 4:17 PM
To: Stacy Delaney; Randi Kay Stephens
Subject: *NEW SUBMISSION* Apply for Community Enhancement Fund Grant Funding 2022/23 NEW
Apply for Community Enhancement Fund Grant Funding 2022/23 NEW Submission #: 1539116
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Project Information
Project Name
Sacramento Children’s Museum Exterior Entryway Enhancements Project Synopsis
Sacramento Children’s Museum requests $194,652 in funding to renovate the Museum’s exterior entryway – adding a new colorful canopy and a seating area bench at the main entrance – to make the building more identifiable as the Sacramento Children’s Museum and to create a more captivating Museum entry experience for visitors.

Project Description
Sacramento Children’s Museum (SCM) requests $194,652 in funding support to renovate the Museum’s exterior front entrance.

There are two components to this project. The first is the construction of an exterior canopy above the entrance doors. This canopy will be composed of aluminum columns and beams draped with woven wire mesh panels in the Museum’s brand colors. The second component is the addition of a concrete seating area bench outside the front doors. This seating area bench will match that at the entrance to Rancho Cordova City Hall, with a gathering area in front. This project supports the City’s focus area of Arts, Culture, History, and Entertainment. As the first and only children’s museum of its kind in the Greater Sacramento region, Sacramento Children’s Museum is a favorite family destination for Rancho Cordova residents and families from afar. Because we are such a regional draw, it is in our best interests for our building to stand out, and these renovations would achieve that goal. This new exterior entryway design will differentiate the building from others nearby and make the building more identifiable as a Children’s Museum. This also has the potential to draw in more families who simply pass by the Museum. These transformations also will enhance the Museum experience for the thousands of children and adults who visit each year. The colorful canopy will provide guests with a glimpse of the playful adventures awaiting them inside, leaving a lasting impact for children and their families. The outdoor seating bench area is another great addition for guests. It can serve as a gathering area for school field trips, family picnics, and outdoor Museum‐led programs.

Project Team
The project designer is Marthe Aston, RID, NCIDQ, of Aston Design, and the contractor is MarketOne Builders, Inc. Sharon Stone Smith, SCM’s Executive Director, will oversee the project.

Project Goals Application #91
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2 The project’s goals are to improve the building’s branding – making the building more identifiable as the home of the Sacramento Children’s Museum – and to create a captivating Museum entry experience for visitors. We will measure our success in meeting these goals by seeking visitors’ feedback through in‐person conversations and surveys.

Funding Request
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for community enhancement & investment.

Total Project Cost
$194,652
Estimated Breakdown of Project Expenditures
$7,500 ‐ Design, development, and management services by Marthe Aston, of Aston Design; and $187,152 ‐ Contractor fees by MarketOne Builders, Inc. The breakdown of the contractor fees are as follows: $1,500 ‐ Demolition; $136,147 ‐ Cost of materials:
concrete, metal and steel, and paint and caulking; $18,610 ‐ Contractor insurance & fees; and $30,895 ‐ General supervision, permit, and inspection fees.

Matching Funds
N/A
Include Any Other Funding Contributions
N/A
Ongoing Operations and Maintenance Costs (if applicable) N/A
Total Community Enhancement & Investment Funds Requested $194,652
Is this a multi‐year request?
No
How many years have you received funding for this project? 0 When will your request for funding sunset for ongoing programs? June 30, 2023
Do you plan to ask annually for funding?
No
What other funding will you seek to support your project? None
Project Schedule, Timeliness and Adaptability
Project Schedule
Construction is expected to start by December 2022 and end by June 2023.

In addition to providing the project timeline identified above, describe how you will be able to complete your project by June 30, 2023.

SCM will work closely with the project designer and contractor to ensure that construction remains on schedule, as outlined in the project timeline.

Please note, if selected for funding, you will be required to submit a narrative Outcomes Report and a financial Use of Funds Report at least two times during the grant period.

Will you be able to adjust your project if California Public Health and/or Sacramento County Health Orders change? For example, the program could operate virtually or with other modifications made. Please describe. Application #91
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3 This project would not affect the Museum’s operations/guest experience, as this is for construction work to be completed on the exterior of the building.

Project Location
Please note that projects or programs that are proposed on property owned or operated by outside agencies or a private party will require the coordination with and potentially approvals from outside agencies, organizations, and/or the private party.

Physical Address of the Project Location
2701 Prospect Park Dr
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Other Physical Addresses (if project/program is at multiple sites) Have you received a letter of support for the project/program from the property owner? Yes (includes if you are the property owner)
Letter of Support from Property Owner (not K‐12 schools or park/park facility) Is your project/program intended to operate or take place at a public K‐12 school site and/or a park/park facility?
No
Read‐Only Content
Please acknowledge that you read and understand the above Supplemental Endorsement Form requirements.

Yes
Applicant and Signatory
Application Submitted By
Sherry Anne Dayag
Title
Grants Coordinator
Submitting As
Non‐Profit
Phone
9167305079
Email Address
[email protected]
Organization's Legal Name (if applicable)
Sacramento Children's Museum
Mailing Address of Submitter
2701 Prospect Park Dr
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Signatory's Name
Sharon Stone Smith
Signatory's Title
Executive Director
Signatory's Phone
9167305079
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4 Signatory's Email Address
[email protected]
Signatory's Mailing Address
2701 Prospect Park Dr
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
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Application #91
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Marthe Aston, Aston Design, 628 Treetop Pass, New Braunfels, TX 78130 [email protected]
3 March 2022
Sharon Stone Smith
Executive Director
Sacramento Children’s Museum
2701 Prospect Park Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
916.638.7225
[email protected]

PROPOSAL
This proposal is between Sacramento Children’s Museum and Marthe Aston, Aston Design, for the design, development and management of a new exterior canopy and seating area at the entrance to the museum.

SCOPE OF WORK
The exterior canopy above the entrance doors will be composed of aluminum columns and beams draped with woven wire mesh panels in the museum’s brand colors. The seating area bench will match that at the entrance to the City of Rancho Cordova, with a gathering area in front.

Marthe Aston will provide the following:

Design Development
 Finalize design for canopy and seating area
Construction Drawings
 Prepare drawings necessary to obtain Permit. Drawings to include but not limited to:
 Cover Sheet with General Notes and Project Data, and ADA requirements  Outline Site Plan
 Dimensioned Site Plan
 Elevations and Details as required by City of Ranch Cordova  Issue drawings to third party services and coordinate (civil and structural engineers)  Prepare Building Department permit application forms and coordinate submittal documents.
 Submit the Permit application to City of Rancho Cordova.  Monitor the permit review process.
 Prepare and coordinate submittal of additional requested information and revisions to obtain approvals.

Construction Administration
 Coordinate and respond to Requests for Information from GC.  Review submittals and shop drawings.
 Visit the site as requested by Museum to ensure construction is progressing in accordance with the construction documents.
 Assist in final walk-through with GC and Sacramento Children’s Museum. Prepare Punch List and distribute to Museum and GC.
 Includes (1) Travel/ trip for one person – expenses per trip not to exceed $750.00 Not in Scope of Services:
 Third Party Services to be contracted directly with Sacramento Children’s Museum:

Application #91
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Marthe Aston, Aston Design, 628 Treetop Pass, New Braunfels, TX 78130 [email protected]
 Civil and Structural Engineering
 Cost of Plan Review and Permit Fees
 Changes to Design after finalized and approved.

FEES:

Fees are based on the Scope of Work listed above.

Design Development Fixed fee of $1,000.00
Construction Drawings Fixed fee of $4,750.00
Construction Administration Fixed fee of $1,750.00
TOTAL $7,500.00
PAYMENT SCHEDULE:

Payments to be made as follows:
 $2,000.00 will be paid at signing of contract and before commencement of work.  $2,750.00 will be paid upon submission of construction drawings to City for Permit.  $1,000.00 will be paid upon Permit approval.
 Remaining $1,750.00 amount will be paid on a monthly basis according to actual percentage of work complete.

Sincerely, Accepted by,
Marthe Aston __________________________
Aston Design Sacramento Children’s Museum
_________________________
Date
Application #91
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ESTIMATE SUMMARY
PROJECT: Sacramento Children's Museum
CLIENT: Marthe Aston, RID, NCIDQ
LOCATION: 2701 Prospect Park Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 ARCHITECT:

DATE: 3/8/2022
REV: 1
LINE

CURRENT
# DESCRIPTION PREVAILING WAGE - Budgetary Proposal TOTAL 1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS $30,895
General Supervision / GC Management $12,975
Permits & Plan Check Fees Allowance $12,000
Special Inspections - 3rd Party Allowance $5,000
Utility Fees/Hot Tap Fees By Owner $0
Construction Final Cleaning $920
2 EXISTING CONDITIONS $1,500
02 40 00 Demolition $1,500
3 CONCRETE $28,500
03 00 00 Concrete Total $28,500
03 50 00 Canopy footings (up to 4’x4’x24” d) - Included with Concrete Total $0 03 60 00 Concrete seat wall ~38' long, natural gray concrete, formed finish, w/ 30” w x 12” d footing - Included with Concrete Total $0 5 METALS / STEEL $100,593
05 00 00 Metal Total $70,593
05 00 00 (4) Vertical Al or Steel Posts @ 25' long - Included with Metal Total $0 05 00 00 (4) Vertical Al or Steel Posts @ 8'-1" long - Included with Metal Total $0 05 00 00 (2) Horiztonal Al or Steel Beams @ 12'6" long - Included with Metal Total $0 05 00 00 (2) Horiztonal Al or Steel Beams @ 23'10" long - Included with Metal Total $0 05 00 00 2' Wide Coiled Woven Wire Mesh - Allowance of $55/sf $30,000 9 FINISHES $7,055
09 90 00 Painting and Caulking $7,055
31 EARTHWORK $0
31 00 00 Earthwork outside of footing excavation is excluded $0 SUBTOTAL $168,543
Liability Insurance 1.20% 0.012 $2,023
Contractor Fee 4.50% 0.035 $7,675
Construction Contingency 5.00% 0.080 $8,912
CONSTRUCTION SUM TOTAL $187,152

ALTERNATES / ALLOWANCES PROPOSED ACCEPTED
ALTERNATE TOTALS $0 $0

PROJECT AREA SUMMARY

OFFICE BUILDING SF

TOTAL PROJECT AREA - SF
COSTS PER SF #DIV/0!
NOTES

Application #91
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1 Randi Kay Stephens
From: City of Rancho Cordova <[email protected]> Sent: Friday, March 18, 2022 4:39 PM
To: Stacy Delaney; Randi Kay Stephens
Subject: *NEW SUBMISSION* Apply for Community Enhancement Fund Grant Funding 2022/23 NEW
Apply for Community Enhancement Fund Grant Funding 2022/23 NEW Submission #: 1539137
IP Address: 71.197.127.54
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Project Information
Project Name
Empowering Our Peace‐Keepers to De‐escalation
Project Synopsis
Our police operate on outdated training that relies heavily on gun usage. We propose to enforce the training of officers to de escalation techniques. We purport to accomplish this by having Jiu Jitsu trainer and author, Tom Deblass in for a conference to teach against use of excessive force. This, pared with training from the Dr. King Center, in Georgia, will keep our communities safer and our police relevant to our ever growing people of color residents. Dr. King Center is on board and looking forward to the conversations.

Project Description
The project will consist of coordinating a visit and seminar for all the RC police with the King Center for Peace out of Georgia, and Jiu Jitsu instructor and motivational speaker and author, Tom Deblass. Travel and lodging and seminar price will be covered, and we would like to host Q and A for the officers with both parties. LEVERAGE: We will partner with and encourage local jiu jitsu gym owners to attend, so they can further the lessons offered by Tom. We will leverage existing mental health services in the community to bridge the divide of reactive to responsive in our officers. The Non‐Violent Communication talks will be continued by John Brewer, certified NVC specialist in town. COMMUNITY BENEFIT: The de‐escalation techniques already being taught would help our officers stay safer in dangerous situations, giving them more tools to communicate with people they are in contact with. This will empower police officers and give them pride in their ability to not discharge their weapons unnecessarily. Quality of life: 40% of cops abuse their spouses. This training will not only help them to de escalate on the job, but also at home, creating healthier generations Arts, culture, history: When a community is less violent, arts flourish. People feel safe to create. This directly enhances the beauty of the town and the people that live in it. We can be a huge part of history and lead the way for the country to a more relevant police unit, safer for all. Business\economic development:. Providing police with NVC and deescalation techniques, and holding them accountable to use them, will encourage economic growth. No one likes to live where the cops are known to be aggressive.

Businesses will want to open here, knowing the cops won’t arrive with guns drawn.

Project Team Application #92
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2 Project Team: Heather Morrow: Recovered Anger Addict, DV survivor, business owner: responsible for overall management of the project, from police meetings to event organizing, and speaker arrangements John Brewer: NVC Specialist: Ongoing Education Felipe Bragiao‐ Ongoing Jiu Jitsu Training
Project Goals
To decrease excessive force of officers by 75% over the next year, and to establish a healthier relationship between the cops and people of color and youth in the city by implementing empathy training. Expand Continuing education of nonviolent communication techniques for police officers, metrics measured by surveys and report analysis of incidents.

Funding Request
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for community enhancement & investment.

Total Project Cost
$111,000
Estimated Breakdown of Project Expenditures
Staffing: $30k (2 people) Speakers/ Seminars: $80k
Matching Funds
no
Include Any Other Funding Contributions
will community fundraise
Ongoing Operations and Maintenance Costs (if applicable) n/a
Total Community Enhancement & Investment Funds Requested $111,000
Is this a multi‐year request?
No
How many years have you received funding for this project? 0 When will your request for funding sunset for ongoing programs? June 30,2023
Do you plan to ask annually for funding?
Yes
What other funding will you seek to support your project? Private Donor Support
Project Schedule, Timeliness and Adaptability
Project Schedule
July‐ Talk with Dr. King Center and Tom DeBlass to arrange conferencing/ speak with police to schedule conferences August2022‐ June 30, 2023‐ Onboard Police Units, schedule classes, accomplish seminars In addition to providing the project timeline identified above, describe how you will be able to complete your project by June 30, 2023.

Heather Morrow plans to commit one third of her time this year to this project, and the team has the means to accomplish the goals with the community connections and gym owners involved.

Please note, if selected for funding, you will be required to submit a narrative Outcomes Report and a financial Use of Funds Report at least two times during the grant period.

Application #92
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3 Will you be able to adjust your project if California Public Health and/or Sacramento County Health Orders change? For example, the program could operate virtually or with other modifications made. Please describe.

Yes, we can hold these conferences virtually or in large arenas with small groups.

Project Location
Please note that projects or programs that are proposed on property owned or operated by outside agencies or a private party will require the coordination with and potentially approvals from outside agencies, organizations, and/or the private party.

Physical Address of the Project Location
11347 Folsom Blvd
St B
Rancho Cordova, CA 95742
Other Physical Addresses (if project/program is at multiple sites) Have you received a letter of support for the project/program from the property owner? Requested, and will submit to city by March 18, 2022
Letter of Support from Property Owner (not K‐12 schools or park/park facility) Is your project/program intended to operate or take place at a public K‐12 school site and/or a park/park facility?
No
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Please acknowledge that you read and understand the above Supplemental Endorsement Form requirements.

Yes
Applicant and Signatory
Application Submitted By
Heather Morrow
Title
Submitting As
Individual
Phone
9166000634
Email Address
[email protected]
Organization's Legal Name (if applicable)

KITNCUT
Mailing Address of Submitter
11275 Sunrise Gold Cr Ste V
Rancho COrdova, CA 95742
Signatory's Name
kitncut Heather Morrow
Signatory's Title
Signatory's Phone
Application #92
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4 9166000634
Signatory's Email Address
[email protected]
Signatory's Mailing Address
11275 Sunrise Gold Cr Ste V
Rancho COrdova, CA 95742
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Project Information
Project Name
Black Child Legacy Campaign Rancho Cordova Service Extension Project Synopsis
For decades, Black children have died at higher rates than other children in Sacramento County, a tragic, shameful and preventable loss of precious lives. These persistent disparities reflect systemic racism and the barriers it creates to the health and life chances of Black children. To address the disparities and break down the barriers, Sacramento County’s Board of Supervisors asked The Center at Sierra Health Foundation, working with community leaders, public officials, and advocates, to create a plan for change. In response, the Black Child Legacy Campaign (BCLC) was launched in 2015 with the goal of saving children’s lives by transforming community systems of support. Currently, seven neighborhoods within the City of Sacramento ‐ Arden‐Arcade; Del Paso Heights/North Sacramento; Fruitridge/Stockton Boulevard; Meadowview; North Highlands/Foothill Farms; Oak Park; and, Valley Hi – have full‐fledged BCLC operations and offer a comprehensive menu of programs and services managed by seven community‐based organizations (CBO) in each respective neighborhood. Greater Sacramento Urban League is the CBO leading the BCLC efforts in Oak Park. While our formal, and priority service population is residents of Oak Park, a significant number of Rancho Cordova residents come to our Oak Park office for services and to participate in our programs. However, due to the strictures of our BCLC funding agreement and limited staff capacity, we are not always able to provide the level of support and allow participation in our programs to residents of Rancho Cordova to the extent needed or to meet demand. An award of Ranco Cordova Community Enhancement and Investment Funds will allow us to provide fuller and better services and program participation to Ranco Cordova residents reaching out to us in Oak Park, as well as allow us to actually deliver services and offer programs on occasion physically within the City of Rancho Cordova.

Project Description
BCLC uses five strategies to spark its transformational goals: building community advocacy for anti‐racist, pro‐community policies; advancing equitable investment and systemic impact; coordinating systems of support for children and their families; establishing a system of accountability and collective impact; and creating communications that spur neighborhood pride and activism.

Project Team
Application #93
ITEM 12.1. ATTACHMENT 3

2 The project team is led by Jedida Gomes, GSUL Director of Health & Quality of Life Empowerment, and also includes GSUL Oak Park staff members Christopher Clark (also Folsom‐Cordova Unified Board of Education), a crisis intervention worker and a case manager.

The Oak Park office houses a County of Sacramento probation officer and asocial service worker who are assigned full‐time to support the BCLC effort.

Project Goals
The Black Child Legacy Campaign (BCLC) has the goal of saving children’s lives by transforming community systems of support.

Fulfillment of the BCLC's goal is not only already saving children from dying but also building community capacity to end the generational cycle of trauma and heartbreak. By starting with community leadership and advocacy and building an infrastructure of care for children and their families, it is possible to change the trajectory of tragedy for Black children and families in Sacramento County and Rancho Cordova, specifically, with funding support from the city's Community Enhancement and Investment Fund. BCLC draws on the power inherent in Black communities to provide a legacy of health, pride, and love to our children.

Funding Request
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for community enhancement & investment.

Total Project Cost
$110,000 for Rancho Cordova‐specific program and service extension. The overall BCLC cost is $442,000 annually.

Estimated Breakdown of Project Expenditures
‐ Rancho Cordova‐designated BCLC team member (.75 FTE) wages and benefits: $45,000; this is a new hire ‐ Rancho Cordova‐held Program/Event costs: $17,500 ‐ Rancho Cordova‐specific Supplies/Materials/Printing/Marketing costs: $7,500 ‐ GSUL Overhead/Administration: $40,000
Matching Funds
The Center at Sierra Health Foundation provides $400,000 annually for the BCLC efforts in Oak Park. GSUL anticipates leveraging this funding to cover an estimated $40,000 in our overhead/administration costs incurred by the Rancho Cordova service extension.

Include Any Other Funding Contributions
City of Sacramento: $42,000
Ongoing Operations and Maintenance Costs (if applicable) N/A
Total Community Enhancement & Investment Funds Requested $70,000
Is this a multi‐year request?
No
How many years have you received funding for this project? 0 When will your request for funding sunset for ongoing programs? June 30, 2023
Do you plan to ask annually for funding?
Yes
What other funding will you seek to support your project? Other funding is already secured as identified above.

Project Schedule, Timeliness and Adaptability
Project Schedule
July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023.

In addition to providing the project timeline identified above, describe how you will be able to complete your project by June 30, 2023. Application #93
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3 GSUL has been operating the Black Child Legacy Campaign in Oak Park for five July to June fiscal years. Given our experience with operating on this timeline we do not anticipate any issues with meeting our projected timeline.

Please note, if selected for funding, you will be required to submit a narrative Outcomes Report and a financial Use of Funds Report at least two times during the grant period.

Will you be able to adjust your project if California Public Health and/or Sacramento County Health Orders change? For example, the program could operate virtually or with other modifications made. Please describe.

Yes. BCLC in Oak Park has been adjusted for the past two years to adhere to California Public Health and/or Sacramento County Health Orders.

Project Location
Please note that projects or programs that are proposed on property owned or operated by outside agencies or a private party will require the coordination with and potentially approvals from outside agencies, organizations, and/or the private party.

Physical Address of the Project Location
2331 Alhambra Blvd. Suite 300 Sacramento, CA 95817 (updated at applicant's request) Other Physical Addresses (if project/program is at multiple sites) Have you received a letter of support for the project/program from the property owner? Yes (includes if you are the property owner)
Letter of Support from Property Owner (not K‐12 schools or park/park facility) Is your project/program intended to operate or take place at a public K‐12 school site and/or a park/park facility?
No
Read‐Only Content
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Yes
Applicant and Signatory
Application Submitted By
Dwayne Crenshaw
Title
President & CEO
Submitting As
Non‐Profit
Phone
6192868600 ext. 8655
Email Address
[email protected]
Organization's Legal Name (if applicable)
Greater Sacramento Urban League
Mailing Address of Submitter
3725 Marysville Boulevard
Sacramento, CA 95838 Application #93
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4 Signatory's Name
Greater Sacramento Urban League Dwayne Crenshaw
Signatory's Title
President & CEO
Signatory's Phone
6192868600 ext. 8665
Signatory's Email Address
[email protected]
Signatory's Mailing Address
3725 Marysville Boulevard
Sacramento, CA 95838
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1 Randi Kay Stephens
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Subject: *NEW SUBMISSION* Apply for Community Enhancement Fund Grant Funding 2022/23 NEW
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Project Information
Project Name
Pack 387 Pinewood Derby/ Space Derby Tracks
Project Synopsis
Pack 387 is in need of a pinewood derby and space derby track so our scouts can participate in these annual pack events. We currently have to borrow a track from another pack in the pocket area so we can hold these events.

Project Description
One of the most popular events that people think of when looking back on their Cub Scouting past is the Pinewood Derby. Pack 387 is a new pack in Rancho Cordova located down the street from city hall, making us 1 of 3 Cub Scout packs in the Rancho Cordova area. We are looking to provide a Pinewood Derby and Space Derby track for the Scouts of Pack 387, the tracks will be used for our annual Pinewood Derby and Space Derby races. These events teach our youth about camaraderie and sportsmanship as well as experience the sense of accomplishment and excitement of competition. These tracks would also be a great event to bring out for youth events in Rancho Cordova that Pack 387 participate in.

Project Team
Committee Members of Pack 387
Project Goals
We have already done research on the needs for the tracks and found what is the best fit for our needs. If funding is approved our committee will place the order for the tracks and submit all necessary paper work into the city.

Funding Request
Funds are generally not intended to be used for deferred maintenance and ongoing operational needs. The funds are intended for community enhancement & investment.

Total Project Cost
$2573.00
Application #94
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2 Estimated Breakdown of Project Expenditures
Best Track 3 Lane 49' Pinewood Derby Track ‐ $966.00 Best Track Space Derby Track ‐ $310.00 Champ Track Timer ‐ $575.00 Grand Prix Race Manager Software ‐ $75.00 Best TrackStart Gate Servo ‐ $230.00 Shipping $387.00 Matching Funds
N/A
Include Any Other Funding Contributions
N/A
Ongoing Operations and Maintenance Costs (if applicable) N/A
Total Community Enhancement & Investment Funds Requested $2,573.00
Is this a multi‐year request?
No
How many years have you received funding for this project? 0 When will your request for funding sunset for ongoing programs? June 30th, 2023
Do you plan to ask annually for funding?
No
What other funding will you seek to support your project? None
Project Schedule, Timeliness and Adaptability
Project Schedule
Once funding is approved the tracks and necessary components will be ordered. With a 3‐4 week lead time we hope to have everything ready for our first race next March.

In addition to providing the project timeline identified above, describe how you will be able to complete your project by June 30, 2023.

If lead times are extended due to material shortages we will look into an alternative track manufacturer.

Please note, if selected for funding, you will be required to submit a narrative Outcomes Report and a financial Use of Funds Report at least two times during the grant period.

Will you be able to adjust your project if California Public Health and/or Sacramento County Health Orders change? For example, the program could operate virtually or with other modifications made. Please describe.

This project only requires virtual contact with the suppliers.

Project Location
Please note that projects or programs that are proposed on property owned or operated by outside agencies or a private party will require the coordination with and potentially approvals from outside agencies, organizations, and/or the private party.

Physical Address of the Project Location
2720 Kilgore Road
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Other Physical Addresses (if project/program is at multiple sites) Application #94
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3 Have you received a letter of support for the project/program from the property owner? Yes (includes if you are the property owner)
Letter of Support from Property Owner (not K‐12 schools or park/park facility) City of Rancho Cordova.docx
Is your project/program intended to operate or take place at a public K‐12 school site and/or a park/park facility?
No
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Please acknowledge that you read and understand the above Supplemental Endorsement Form requirements.

Yes
Applicant and Signatory
Application Submitted By
Robert Young
Title
Cubmaster Pack 387
Submitting As
Non‐Profit
Phone
9167963137
Email Address
[email protected]
Organization's Legal Name (if applicable)
Boy Scouts of America ‐ Cub Scout Pack 387
Mailing Address of Submitter
2505 Angie Way
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Signatory's Name
Amber Young
Signatory's Title
Committee Chair Pack 387
Signatory's Phone
9167963138
Signatory's Email Address
hall‐[email protected]
Signatory's Mailing Address
2505 Angie Way
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Attach Any Additional Documents Here
Read‐Only Content Application #94
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Application #94
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City of Rancho Cordova
2729 Prospect Park Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Subject: Measure H Community Enhancement and Investment Fund 2022-23 To: City Enhancement Board
I am in support of Cub Scout Pack 387 requesting funding for (1) pinewood derby track and (2) space derby track. Cub Scout Pack 387 was re-established in Rancho Cordova after the former Pack was reabsorbed into Pack 380 and under the Rosemont and South Sacramento/Elk Grove area during the Golden Empire Council re-districting of area District boundaries.

Robert Young, the current Cub Master of Pack 387, was an original member of Pack 387 and is an accomplished Eagle Scout and trained leader and Camp Committee Chair in the Golden Empire Council.

He is an active member of our community and working to rebuild and grow this new pack. Cub scouts are recruited through current members (i.e. school friends) as well as public community events (i.e. Kids Day in the Park).

The equipment request is essential to having quality driven events that the current scouts and future scouts will be able to utilize and enjoy for many years to come. The Pack is very new and they have had very little opportunity to fundraise in these past two years of covid restrictions. It is our hope to reach as many of our local youth as possible and get them involved in scouting at an early age. If you have ever been to one of these events, you can see why they are popular and enjoyed by scouts, siblings, parents, friends and neighbors.

I am a former Cub Scout Leader, parent of an Eagle Scout, a current Committee Member of a local Scout Troop and the Chartered Org Representative of this young Cub Scout Pack. We are committed to ensure that this youth organization continues to receive support through training, volunteers and community support activities.

Thank you for your time and for consideration for funding this well-deserved organization.

Respectfully,
Debbie Rumsey
2909 Hunt Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Application #94
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MEMORANDUM
City Council Staff Report - Page 1 of 3

ITEM 12.2.

DATE: April 4, 2022
TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members
FROM:

Stacy Delaney, Community Enhancement and Investment Senior Management Analyst
Randi Kay Stephens, Management Analyst II
SUBJECT: ARTS STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATE AND DISCUSSION ON THE

UPCOMING CALL FOR PUBLIC ART PROPOSALS

RECOMMENDATION
Staff to provide an update on the first two years of accomplishments (near-term actions) related to the Arts Strategic Plan, review the objectives for years three to five (mid-term actions), and receive feedback and discuss the focus of the current fiscal year's funding allocation for public art.

RESULT OF RECOMMENDED ACTION
The Arts Strategic Plan provides visionary concepts, programs, and projects that help further the City's goals to make Rancho Cordova an artful place. This update is to provide the Council and the public with a recap of the Arts Strategic Plan to showcase the art programs and efforts undertaken in years one and two, and review the objectives for years three to five (mid-term actions). Council feedback on the established arts in public places funding is needed to provide staff direction for the current fiscal year's public art project focus. Following the update and direction from City Council, staff will proceed with the next call for public art proposals.

BACKGROUND
The City Council has been a generous supporter of the arts in Rancho Cordova through the award of numerous Community Enhancement & Investment Fund grants. In partnership with stakeholders and the arts community, the City has sponsored events, funded programs, purchased instruments, and established the Mills Station Arts and Culture Center (MACC). In addition, the Cordova Community Council, with the help of City funding, has been an active participant in producing events in the City and generally supporting the arts community. There are many other local organizations and artists that contribute to the cultural offerings in the City and that participated in the drafting of the Rancho Cordova Arts Strategic Plan. Their partnership and ongoing collaboration are key to long-term success in reaching our desired outcomes.

In December 2019, the City Council adopted the City of Rancho Cordova Arts Strategic Plan that was developed based on direction from the City Council and input from stakeholder

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organizations and individuals, including students. The plan included near-term, mid-term, and long-term actions to accelerate its impact and demonstrate the city’s support and investment of the arts in the community. The desired outcome of the Rancho Cordova Arts Strategic Plan is, "In 20 years, when viewing the community, we will see accomplishments that have changed the community for the better."
The document is an action-oriented strategic plan with a section called “Taking Action” describing programs and projects to assist in achieving the vision. Since the plan’s adoption, staff and the arts community have worked to implement the Arts Strategic Plan. This is a twoyear update on the actions taken to continue building art programs and public art in the community.

Artists and art organizations identified adequate facilities as a critical need for creating a vibrant art scene/art community within the Arts Strategic Plan. City staff work with our local arts community to support our vibrant performing arts organizations with space to rehearse, perform and showcase theatrical, documentary film, and musical programs. Creating new spaces, sharing facilities, and modifying existing venues are approaches to meeting the needs of our arts community.

The Arts Strategic Plan’s success is dependent upon an effective, collaborative partnership for the arts. Many existing organizations contribute to this robust and evolving partnership. The City will continue to provide funding for art projects and programs via the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund. Funding for public art projects is provided through visual arts grants with the next opportunity anticipated later this fiscal year. In addition to City funding, in 2021, the City of Rancho Cordova received a Local Early Action Planning (LEAP) grant from the California Department of Housing and Community Development. The funding is available through June 30, 2024, and $65,000 is designated for an affordable housing (for artists) feasibility study and market study. Artist housing was a long-term action identified in the Arts Strategic Plan.

The following is an update on some of the many projects and work done in the first two years following the adoption of the Arts Strategic Plan.
 Public art selections for FY 2019/2020 and FY 2020/2021 funding cycles  Established art selection criteria with input from artists and art organizations  Assisted with planning the Mills Crossing Civic Center (this is an ongoing effort)  Continue to build and foster relationships with local schools/school districts  Provided local art display opportunities
 Art, events, and cultural experiences in neighborhood greens  Creation of murals and decorative signs
 Created artistic community gateways
 Promotion and visibility of the arts
 City Hall improvements include sconce wall lighting and an improved sound system  Completed the pilot Utility Box Art Wrap program with local artists and vendors  Supported community art events, festivals, concerts, and activities  Expanded events at the MACC
 Installed art along the Art Block
 Sponsored pop-up concerts
 Funded mobile art classes for youth

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 Provided grants to artists, schools, and nonprofits to expand the arts experiences in Rancho Cordova
 Provided grants to create or enhance black box theatres, additional rehearsal space, more functional gallery space, and other facility improvements to build upon the art venues in Rancho Cordova
In the next three years (encompasing years three to five in the Arts Strategic Plan), staff will continue to work with artists, art organizations, partners and others to further the goals of the Arts Strategic Plan, including, but not limited to, the following activities:
 More fully utilize the MACC as a center of Rancho Cordova arts and the Art Block  Identify, connect and develop the use of interim facilities for arts purposes (underutilized buildings, etc.)
 Create signature art projects including temporary or permanent art projects such as mosaic and wall pieces, annual exhibits, art installations in public facilities, art festivals, community concerts, art walks
The long-term actions (five years and beyond) include things such as a permanent performing arts center as part of the Mills Crossing Civic Center, monumental art installations, a community maker space, and artist housing. Long-term actions will take additional City investments of time and money and are not part of the two-year update or discussion planned as part of this agenda item.

On June 7, 2021, the City Council passed resolution 75-2021 authorizing Measure H funds for Community Enhancement & Investment projects and programs. The resolution included $50,000 for future arts in public places projects. Staff would like to receive feedback from the City Council before making a call for public art proposals later this fiscal year. Previous public art projects have included things such as utility box art wraps, murals, mosaics, and art installations/events.

FISCAL IMPACT AND FUNDING SOURCE
The funding for arts in public places was established as part of Resolution 75-2021 in June of 2021. The funding approved through the Measure H allocation was $50,000.

ATTACHMENT(S)

1. 2019 Arts Strategic Plan

2. Arts Strategic Plan Update_Presentation WO Video

City of Rancho Cordova
Arts Strategic Plan
Ver. 12/2019
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
City Council
Robert J. McGarvey, Mayor
David M. Sander, Ph.D., Vice Mayor
Donald Terry, Council Member
Garrett Gatewood, Council Member
Linda Budge, Council Member
City Staff
Cyrus Abhar, City Manager
Micah Runner, Deputy City Manager
Stacy Delany, Community Enhancement Analyst II
Megan Siren, Senior Management Analyst
Interwest Consulting Group
Paul Junker, Planning Services Leader
Special Thanks to
Shelly Blanchard, Cordova Community Council
Cheryl Gleason, Cordova Community Council
Rick and Rebecca Sloan
Members of the Rancho Cordova Arts Council

CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA
2729 Prospect Park Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
916.851.8700
cityofranchocordova.org
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Strategic Plan Purpose Statement .....................................................................1 Vision: Rancho Cordova – A Place for Art and Artists .................................2 Guiding Principles .............................................................................................. 2 Desired Outcomes ............................................................................................... 2 Big Idea: The Art Block ...................................................................................... 6 Facilities .................................................................................................................8 Cultivating Our Artists .....................................................................................13 Partnership for the Arts ....................................................................................16 Leadership ...........................................................................................................18 City Funding for Art and Artists .....................................................................20 Staff .......................................................................................................................23 Taking Action .....................................................................................................24 A. Near-Term Actions ..................................................................................... 24 B. Mid-Term Actions ...................................................................................... 26 C. Long-Term Actions .................................................................................... 27 Appendix A, Performing Arts Center Feasibility Study, May 15, 2019, AMS Planning and Research
Appendix B, Visual Arts Needs & Opportunities Assessment, September 6, 2019, AMS Planning and Research
Appendix C, Youth Input in Art in Public Places Presentation, Summer@CityHall, 2019
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STRATEGIC PLAN

PURPOSE STATEMENT
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Vision - This section provides the measure of our success. Achieving the vision will be an accomplishment for the entire community and will bring the creative energy of art to all of Rancho Cordova.

Facilities - Facilities are those places where artists come together, create and interact with the public. This section seeks to maximize the function and availability of existing facilities and providing new facilities.

Cultivating Our Artists - Supporting local artists and bringing talented artists to Rancho Cordova offers many benefits to the local art scene. Creating places for artists to live and work and creating opportunities for artists to sell their artwork will establish Rancho Cordova as a “place for art and artists.”
Partnerships - Implementing this Strategic Plan cannot be accomplished by a single person or organization. We will build on the strengths of community members and organizations, partner agencies and the City to implement this Plan.

Leadership - Leadership will come from the City Council, leaders within the arts community and leaders of institutions such as Cordova Recreation and Park District, Folsom Cordova Unified School District, Los Rios Community College District, Regional Transit and, most importantly, the artists of Rancho Cordova and their organizations.

City Funding for Art and Artists - The City Council has and will continue to support the arts in Rancho Cordova, providing opportunities for residents to view and attend art events as well as public exposure for our artists.

Staff - A robust and sustainable art scene also requires organizational and management skills. Managing volunteers, maintaining websites, marketing activities, scheduling events and many other tasks are all required to connect artist to patron and to support community art programs.

Taking Action - This section identifies the specific actions required to achieve the vision.

The proposed actions will be reviewed and updated every two years prior to and within the City’s budget process.

The Rancho Cordova Arts Strategic Plan provides a road map for continuing to build art programs in the community. After adoption by the City, successful implementation of this Strategic Plan will rely on many agency partners and the artists and art patrons of Rancho Cordova. Key elements of this Strategic Plan are described below.

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Guiding Principles
The following Guiding Principles will inform decisions on funding, staffing, facilities and programs for the arts in Rancho Cordova.

Inclusion
Art is inclusive and diverse. From children
to seniors, from students to artistic
individuals to professional artists and
patrons — all are important and welcome.

Engaging our Youth
Involvement in the arts at a young age
fosters creativity and can promote a lifelong love of the arts. Every youth should have the opportunity to participate in
performing arts and visual arts.

Art Makes Business Sense
Art is good business. A vibrant art scene
attracts new residents and new businesses,
supports local businesses, and attracts
investment and economic growth to the
community.

Quality of Life
The arts are one of the foundational
elements that create a great community.

Art attracts creative people, adds richness
to our local culture, and allows our
residents to express their creativity.
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Participation
Our community is committed
to participation in the arts. The
transformative power of art is realized
through performances, exhibits, and public
art installations that build community
through a shared experience available to
all members of the community.

Art is Everywhere
Gallery showings, live performances,
temporary displays and permanent
installations, public buildings and local
restaurants are all pieces of the Rancho
Cordova art mosaic. Art should be found
almost anywhere in the community.

Support the Artist
We will seek ways to support and nurture
the artist. We will provide spaces to create,
rehearse, perform, and display art. We will
help artistic people become artists.

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VISION: RANCHO CORDOVA – A PLACE FOR ART AND ARTISTS
Desired Outcomes
In 20 years, when viewing the community, we will see accomplishments that have changed the community for the better.

Art will be intrinsic to and infused
throughout the community, transforming
the mundane and nurturing creativity.

Art will reflect the diversity of the
community (ethnic, financial, age) and
include works that range from abstract to
realism and topical to historical.

Art will help build a greater community
by improving our quality of life and driving
investment and economic activity.

Art will be broad and encompassing in
form — temporary and permanent, music
and theater, bold installations and small
shows, aspiring students and accomplished
professionals.

Art will be accessible to every student in
our schools and to every member of the
community.

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VISION: RANCHO CORDOVA – A PLACE FOR ART AND ARTISTS
Rancho Cordova will foster and support
the arts and artists - in our schools, on our
streets, in our parks, in our theaters and
galleries.

Rancho Cordova will support local artists
and attract prominent artists from outside
the region.

Partnerships are the foundation of the
Rancho Cordova community, relying on
shared programs, shared facilities and
shared goals.

Our programs will help to transform
artistic people into artists by providing
resources, education and venues for the
arts.

Rancho Cordova supports a life-long relationship with the arts that begins in our elementary, middle and high schools,
extends through community programs and
sustains through all ages.

Rancho Cordova will promote places
and opportunities that allow artists to
develop their skills, share their art with the
community and offer artwork for purchase.

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What’s Special About the Art Block
The Art Block includes a collection of public
uses - the Mather Field/Mills Station light rail
station, the Mills Station Arts and Culture
Center (The MACC) and the Rancho Cordova
Center of Folsom Lake College – all creating
opportunities to support and celebrate
the arts. This area can be accessed from
within Rancho Cordova and from outlying
areas via nearby Highway 50 and public
transportation.

The Art Block is easily accessible to Rancho
Cordova residents, providing convenient
access to activities and cultural opportunities
to portions of the community that are
somewhat underserved.

The Art Block includes the site of the future
Rancho Cordova Civic Center project, a
multiuse project that will, among other roles,
provide opportunities to celebrate the arts.

What Happens in the Art Block
The arts are not the only use and function
of the Art Block. Rather, supporting the arts
is an underlying theme and quality of land
uses and development in the Art Block.

Features and activities in the Art Block could
include:
» Inclusion of artwork and artistic
features in future construction
VISION: RANCHO CORDOVA – A PLACE FOR ART AND ARTISTS
BIG IDEA: THE ART BLOCK
The Art Block is a defined area within Rancho Cordova that places an emphasis and priority on promoting the arts. The Art Block will be the center of activity for arts-oriented programs in Rancho Cordova. It will be a place where artists connect with one another and with the community. While the Art Block will be a center of activity, the relationships and programs nurtured in the Art Block will foster and promote the arts throughout the community.

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» Spaces and improvements to display
art and conduct art shows (informal
gallery displays)
» Production and/or rehearsal spaces
for performing arts and visual arts
» Performing art venues and
permanent art galleries
» Educational programs –
classes for residents
» Maker space – support artists and
community programs
The MACC is a key piece of the Arts Block,
providing spaces for art exhibitions that
range from local artists to displays of
regional or national significance, bringing art
to the residents of Rancho Cordova.

The Civic Center project will be a focal point
of the community and could include facilities
such as a flexible performance/meeting
space, multi-purpose rooms to accommodate
artist studios and/or workshops, office space
to support the administrative functions
of the arts community and spaces for
the permanent and short-term display of
artworks. The Civic Center project concept
is under consideration and specific uses
have yet to be finalized.

The Civic Center project site may include
housing and, if so, some portion of housing
would likely be maintained as affordable. If
provided, a portion of the affordable housing
could be offered to “artists in residence.”
Such a program would provide housing
opportunities to professional artists to reside
in the Art Block, thus bringing artistic energy
to the community. Typically, such artists
in residence would make commitments to
teach classes, provide artwork or make other
contributions.

Art studio spaces could be provided on
either a monthly rental basis or at a reduced
cost to artists that volunteer to teach classes,
work in gallery/theater spaces, mentor youth
art programs or make similar contributions.

The Rancho Cordova Center of Folsom Lake
College draws students to the Art Block,
provides education programs and could
be a partner in providing facilities and/or
conducting arts-related programs. Facilities
in the College and the Civic Center project
can be programmed to be complimentary
and the College might consider offering
classes based in the Civic Center project.

Making the Art Block a Reality
The Art Block should be an identifiable
place within the community. Over time,
the construction of new buildings and
associated outdoor spaces will create
inviting destinations. Installation of unique
banners and signage could further identify
the Art Block. Strong pedestrian connectivity
and visual connectedness between The
MACC, the Folsom Lake College campus
and the Civic Center project will be critical
to unifying the Art Block.

Ensuring new construction is creative,
providing public gathering spaces,
coordinating efforts among all involved
agencies and programming art performances
and displays will all help to create a vibrant
Art Block in Rancho Cordova.

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FACILITIES
Artists and art organizations have identified
adequate facilities as a critical need for
creating a vibrant art scene/art community.

The MACC is an example of how a facility
can serve as a hub for artists and events that
links together the art community of Rancho
Cordova. While there are opportunities for
crossover, there are two primary types of art
programs that require facilities: Performing
Arts and Visual Arts.

Performing Arts
Performing Arts includes all forms of
live performance – music, theater and
dance being primary forms. Currently,
the Rancho Cordova River City Concert
Band, Symphony d’Oro Rancho Cordova
RC Swing Band, Cordova Accelerated
Performing Arts (CAPA) and Hummingbird
Theatre Company all operate in Rancho
Cordova. It is hoped and expected that
future performance companies will include
additional music ensembles, theater
companies, dance companies and other live
performance programs. Such performance
companies share two basic facility needs:
a place to prepare and rehearse and a
place to perform.

Rehearsal Space. Rehearsal space has
certain requirements that include sufficient
acoustics, stage setting, audio equipment,
set/props/costume production space and
storage. With thoughtful planning and
coordination, a single rehearsal space can
serve the needs of multiple performance
companies. Rehearsal space must be
secure, but it need not be elegant. An
underutilized light industrial building could
be improved to provide a vibrant rehearsal
space. Alternatively, a well-designed multipurpose facility could accommodate both community events and some of the needs
associated with rehearsals/preparing
for performances.

Performance Space. Ultimately, numerous
venues of differing types and scales may
be required to support music, theater and
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dance in the community. The firm AMS
Planning and Research was retained by the
City to better define the unmet needs of the
performing arts community and how those
needs can best be served. Major findings of
the AMS work include:
» Compared to national averages,
Rancho Cordova residents and our
nearby communities have a higher
than average likelihood to attend
arts and cultural events.
» A small-to-medium size flexible
performance space with 100-200
seats would support and encourage
growth of the performing arts.
» Wider access agreements for
existing large performance venues,
such as the Performing Arts Center
at Cordova High School, should
be negotiated.
» There is local interest in a new
large fixed-seating theater (500
– 800 seats). However, market/
demand research does not support
construction of such a facility
at this time.1
Use of Existing Theater Venues. The
Performing Arts Center of Cordova High
School provides a high-quality venue that
can accommodate a large audience. Past
District policies and practices have limited
the ability for community-based programs
to use the Performing Arts Center. A key
need of the arts community is to reserve
space as much as a year in advance to plan
and provide performances. Additionally,
standard requirements for compensated
District staff could be prohibitive for some
community programs. The City should
explore arrangements with the High School
and Folsom Cordova Unified School District
to allow early booking of a limited number

FACILITIES
1 Based upon the research completed by AMS Planning and Research, inclusion of a large, fixed-seating theater in the Civic Center project may not be an appropriate investment at this time. Due to somewhat low demand, such a theater would require committed and ongoing effort to book performances and likely an ongoing local subsidy to support operations. If pursued, determining the operational and management structure for the theater would be an important consideration. The full AMS Planning and Research report titled Performing Arts Center Feasibility Study, May 15, 2019 is attached as Appendix A of this Strategic Plan.

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of community-sponsored programs and
options for staffing that assure appropriate
use of the facility in a cost-effective manner.

Visual Arts
Visual Arts includes the many varied art
forms that create a physical product.

Paintings, photography, sculpture, glassblowing, woodworking, steelwork, fabrics and clothing, and many more artistic forms
are referred to as Visual Arts. Similar to
Performing Arts, there are two basic facility
needs for Visual Arts: a place to produce
artworks and a place to display and/or
sell artworks.

Production Space. Production space can
range from individual artist studios to
shared shop spaces and includes spaces that
support group activities, workshops and
classes. Due to the varied needs of artists,
particularly when specialized equipment
is required, the approach for production
space for Visual Arts may involve smaller,
specialized facilities tailored to a particular
medium or group of compatible mediums.

One model for production facilities is
referred to as Maker Spaces - shared
facilities that may be privately owned and
operated, public-private partnerships or
public facilities. Typically, such facilities
operate in a cooperative manner with
individuals renting space and provision
of shared tools and work spaces for the
members of the facility.

Spaces dedicated to working artists need
not be located in high profile locations.

The desire to keep costs down and the
nature of working studios may best be
accommodated in a more industrial setting.

By comparison, classrooms and workshop
spaces that invite community members to
participate should be conveniently located
near residents and the participant traffic
generated by such activities can have
positive impacts on surrounding uses.

The firm AMS Planning and Research was
retained to help the City better understand
the demand for Visual Arts facilities.2 Key
findings of their study include:

FACILITIES
2 AMS Planning and Research analyzed visual arts programs in Rancho Cordova and the region and evaluated specific needs for the Rancho Cordova arts community. The resulting report, Visual Arts Needs & Opportunities Assessment, September 6, 2019, is attached as Appendix B of this Arts Strategic Plan.

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» The region is generally underserved,
lacking adequate spaces for art
classes, studios, exhibits and events.
» Access to specialized equipment
(photography, printmaking,
ceramics, glasswork, etc.) is limited
or non-existent. It is anticipated
such specialized spaces for teaching
and professional use would be
in high demand.
» As of 2019, studio rents of $1.00
to $1.50 per square foot would be
considered a good deal; studio sizes
could range from 100 to 400 sq. ft.
» It is estimated Rancho Cordova
could support 6 to 12 individual
studios; a building of 3,000 to 6,000
sq. ft. could accommodate studios
and shared classroom space.

Display Space. Sharing artwork with
members of the community is a primary
goal of this Strategic Plan. The potential
for places to display artwork in Rancho
Cordova are many and varied. Art displays
can generally be classified as:
» Art Shows. Displays in galleries,
restaurants, public office spaces
and similar settings. Show may be a
single artist or multiple artists and
art is often available for purchase.
» Exhibitions. Displays in larger
venues often featuring a subject or
theme. Art at exhibitions is generally
not available for purchase.
» Permanent Installations. Examples
can include sculpture, features
incorporated in public projects
(sidewalk tile mosaics) and other
permanent works.

Relatively inexpensive improvements to
Rancho Cordova’s City Hall transformed
bare walls into rotating shows that
display the work of local artists. These
shows are made possible through the
efforts of Cordova Community Council
staff that manage the logistics of the
shows. Expanding such shows will require
identifying display sites in the city and
ongoing efforts to manage shows (recruit
artists, select works, install art, etc.).

Strategic Approaches
Appropriate spaces of varied size and
character will be required to support
performing and visual arts in Rancho
Cordova. However, such facilities can
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require substantial investment to construct,
maintain, and operate. The City will consider
how existing facilities can be leveraged
to maximum benefit and how shared
facilities can serve to meet the needs of the
art community.

Improve Existing Facilities
The most immediate facility projects will
focus on improving existing facilities in the
community, such as The MACC, City Hall
facilities, and the stage of Village Green Park.

Identifying cost-effective improvements to
existing facilities could provide additional
functional capacity for performing arts in a
relatively short time frame.

Shared Use Facilities
While it might be optimal from an artist’s
perspective to have facilities dedicated
to a single type of use or even a single
organization, such a focused approach is
costly to construct, operate, and maintain.

The City, Folsom Cordova Unified School
District and Cordova Recreation and Park
District have the opportunity to coordinate
programs to assist each other in meeting
facility needs. While balancing competing
priorities or arts groups and agencies can be
challenging, benefits can include a greater
range of facilities for all, reduced duplication
of facilities and overall cost savings.

Visual Arts Displays
Displaying artwork in the community has
the dual benefits of enriching the lives
of our residents and providing public
exposure for our artists. A small gallery or
cooperative space for the ongoing sale of
local artists that is staffed by those artists
who have space in the gallery/retail space
would highlight local artists and provide a
bridge from aspiring artist to professional
artist. Similarly, arranging for artwork to
be displayed in rotating shows in public
settings grants our artists important
public exposure.

Civic Center Project
The City is currently exploring plans for
the Civic Center Project directly adjacent
to the Rancho Cordova Center of Folsom
Lake College. This project offers numerous
opportunities to support and/or incorporate
the arts, including performance spaces,
artist work spaces, gallery/display spaces,
and artwork integrated into the overall
project design.

Workshop/Class Space
There is a general need for spaces in which
classes and workshops can be held in the
community. A relatively modest room size
with a flexible layout could serve the needs
of many groups within the community,
including both performing arts and visual
arts. One key feature of such meeting/
workshop space would be low cost or
no cost use, as arts groups often operate
on modest budgets and such classes/
workshops could be important sources of
revenue to support the activities of our
local arts organizations.
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A vibrant art scene in Rancho Cordova
will be supported by artists living, working
and earning a living in the community.

Accomplished artists can add much to the
community, including regional recognition
of our artists and our programs, mentorship
through leading classes and workshops and
the installation of artwork or performances
in the community. Two challenges limit
many artists’ ability to pursue their love of
art – unique needs related to housing/work
space and the ability to earn a living from
their passion for art.

Artist Housing
Artists have somewhat unique needs with
respect to living and working space. Unless
well-established and successful, artists
typically generate rather low incomes
and therefore may not be well served
by the traditional housing market. This
is particularly true for artists that might
be highly talented, but are not yet well
established. Many artists have a desire to
live and work in a single location, both for
cost savings and for personal convenience.

An artist may wish to sell directly from
the home/studio, something that may
not be allowed in all residential settings.

Finally, artists can benefit from proximity
to other artists – a cluster of homes can
create a micro community of people
dedicated to the arts.

Artist housing solutions can take various
forms based on current opportunities and
the goals of the City. Options that could be
pursued include:
» Multi-Family Housing Cluster. This
would likely occur in a proposed
multi-family project and would be a
component of affordable housing.

A cluster of up to five units could
be built around a shared courtyard
space. Location would ideally have
good visibility for public access to
studio spaces. Dwellings would likely
be designed in vertically-integrated
mixed use units with studio space
at ground level.
» Industrial Conversion. This approach
would involve converting an
existing building to a combination
of residential units and production
studios. Such a use would likely
be on Light Industrial zoned
land, raising issues of zoning
consistency and compatibility with
neighboring uses.
» Existing Single-Family Homes.

There are artists already in Rancho
Cordova who are working in their
homes. The City’s Zoning Code
is generally accommodating of
such uses, with certain limitations.

Unfortunately, artist homes are
dispersed in the community, offering
little synergy among artists and the
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community. Also, there is currently
no provisions for affordability to
attract artists to the community.

There are significant benefits that would
result from attracting artists to live and
work in Rancho Cordova and there are also
operational challenges to implementing
such a program. Details that would require
attention and resolution include:
» Duration. How long would an
artist reside in an artist-dedicated
dwelling? The City could establish
an Artist-in-Residency program that
rotates artists on a regular basis,
possibly every two years.
» Funding. Funding strategies would
vary based upon the housing
type. A cluster of multi-family
or high-density homes in a new
development project might be
constructed by a developer to meet
affordable housing requirements.

Conversion of an existing building
or establishing artist affordability in
existing single-family homes would
likely require up-front investment by
the City or some type of foundation.
» Ownership/Management. Ownership
of units must be determined. Similar
to funding, ownership approaches
vary based on dwelling type.

Unless owned and managed by
an affordable housing provider,
such projects would require an
entity to own and manage the
artist dwellings.

Providing artist housing in Rancho Cordova
will be a complex program that may require
initial financial contributions by the City.

While the challenges of such a program
may be significant, the long-term benefits
to a Rancho Cordova art scene could
be substantial.

Earning a Living from Art
Developing an income from producing
artwork is a key transition from enthusiast
to fine artist. The transactional side of
art has little to do with the passion of an
artist for his or her craft, but the inability to
generate a living wage income can greatly
hamper the pursuit of art. Rancho Cordova
will work to create opportunities for artists
to offer their work for sale to their patrons
through the following strategies.
» Small Gallery. Permanent galleries
allow artists to place their work for
display and viewing by the public.

A small City sponsored gallery
could be a good initial step as the
commercial art scene in Rancho
Cordova develops. Such a facility
could be located in the Civic Center
project or, possibly, in The MACC.
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» Public Art Displays. This Strategic
Plan assumes outreach to local
businesses will occur to identify
semi-public locations for the display
of art. Such displays can provide
artist contact information or offer
displayed work for sale.
» Teaching Classes. Sharing
knowledge gained through personal
experience enriches the art
community. Providing a space for
classes and allowing the instructor
to charge an attendance fee can
benefit both community and artist.
» Artwork Grants. The Community
Enhancement Fund is one funding
opportunity for artists. There are
many other funding announcements
that solicit proposals from artists.

Increasing awareness of funding
opportunities and supporting
artists in their applications could
bring additional revenue/income to
Rancho Cordova artists.
» Studios with Sales Area. Artists
may wish to invite the public to
their studio space to view work
and possibly purchase artwork. A
review of City codes can determine
whether there are restrictions
against such activities.
» Art Fairs and Events. Art Fairs
provide short, high visibility
opportunities to offer artwork for
sale to the public. Such events
could be conducted within a larger
community event or sponsored by
local entities and organizations.

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The goal of infusing art throughout Rancho
Cordova will require the support of many
individuals and organizations within the
community. Each group noted below
brings unique resources and strengths that
will contribute to a successful, diverse,
and dynamic Rancho Cordova art scene.

Over time, the roles and contributions
of these organizations are expected to
evolve and grow.

City of Rancho Cordova
» Facilities – The MACC and City Hall
» Sponsor/guide programs
» Install art in public facilities
and improvements
» Organization support –
funding for staff
The City of Rancho Cordova is uniquely
situated to support the arts in Rancho
Cordova. The City has made a commitment
to create a great community, has a role in
providing/operating public facilities and has
the ability to fund art projects and programs.

Cordova Community Council
» The MACC – plan and execute
events, day-to-day operations
» Promote and support the Rancho
Cordova Arts Council
» Organize volunteers to support
community events
» An organization that connects
artists with businesses and
patrons of the arts
The Cordova Community Council has
strong organizational skills and resources,
relationships with community volunteers,
and a mission to bring great events to
Rancho Cordova.

Rancho Cordova Arts Council
» A coalition of art organizations –
Symphony d’Oro Rancho Cordova,
Rancho Cordova River City
Concert Band, RC Swing Band and
Rancho Cordova Arts.
» A resource to provide guidance and
direction to art programs
The Rancho Cordova Arts Council now
represents five established community
organizations that are dedicated to the
arts and artists within the community. This
role will grow as new organizations and
programs develop within the community.

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Cordova Recreation & Park District
» Programs and classes
» Public facilities
» Art installations in parks
The Cordova Recreation and Park District
touches residents throughout Rancho
Cordova with its parks and programs.

The District’s parks offer the opportunity
to install artwork in highly visible and
well-visited parks. The parks provide key
gathering locations for residents and can
be the stages for wonderful events.

Educational Institutions
» Folsom Cordova Unified School
District, Elk Grove Unified School
District and Sacramento City Unified
School District
» Los Rios Community College District
» Youth programs in the classrooms
» Adult programs – workshops,
informal groups, classes
» Performance spaces
Schools provide opportunities to touch
young minds, spark a love for the arts, and
offer the first steps toward a lifetime of
participation in the arts. The City envisions
art programs available to every student in
Rancho Cordova. Public education partners
also have facilities that can provide
rehearsal, production, and performance
spaces for the art community.

Rancho Cordova
Chamber of Commerce
» Connection to business community
» Events
The Rancho Cordova Chamber of Commerce
has contacts and relationships with local
businesses that can be partners in a
vibrant local art scene. Whether supporting
through contributions, providing spaces to
display art, or opening production space
to community members, the local business
community can be an important partner in
promoting the arts.

Regional Partnerships
Rancho Cordova’s local partnerships
will be strengthened with partnerships
with agencies, programs, organizations
and companies from the region. Such
opportunities include but are not limited
to partnering with Regional Transit and
engaging with community theater groups,
visual artists and youth-oriented programs
within the greater Sacramento region.

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Leadership and Implementation
The creation and enjoyment of art are
inherently creative activities that can
be inspiring and emotional, and that
create common shared experiences and
build relationships. The implementation
of a successful arts program relies on
less creative activities of administration,
volunteer organization, and event promotion.

Leadership and a sustainable organizational
structure will promote successful and longterm art programs in Rancho Cordova.

Program Direction
The City of Rancho Cordova, and more
specifically the City Council, have placed a
high priority on integrating art within the
community. The City’s support for the arts
has resulted in many wonderful programs
and outcomes, including: educational
programs in our schools; improvement of
facilities such as The MACC; support for
community organizations that champion
the arts in Rancho Cordova; art showings at
City Hall and in the community; and amazing
community events throughout the year.

It is anticipated that the City Council will
continue to provide high-level guidance and
direction for art programs in the community.

For the foreseeable future, efforts identified
in this Strategic Plan will be guided at the
administrative and organizational level
by staff/consultant of the City of Rancho
Cordova, with direction provided by the
Rancho Cordova City Council.

Program Implementation
Currently, the Cordova Community Council
manages and supports various art programs
in the community. Funding of programs
and administrative support for the Rancho
Cordova River City Concert Band and RC
Swing Band are provided through the
Cordova Community Council. The Cordova
Community Council staff also manage The
MACC, support the City Hall art exhibitions
and coordinate art programs throughout the
community. The roles and responsibilities
undertaken by the Cordova Community
Council result in a robust program of free
concerts, art exhibitions and interface at
community events.

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Future Leaders
The Summer@City Hall program3 and the
Arts Club of Mitchell Middle School are
two examples of Rancho Cordova youth
demonstrating their commitment to arts in
the community. A concerted effort should
be made to engage Rancho Cordova’s
youth in implementing arts programs. Many
opportunities exist, including:
» Creating youth positions on key
boards such as the Community
Enhancement Fund (CEF) Visual
Arts Stakeholder Group
» Creating dedicated funding under
the CEF program or the CEF visual
arts grants for youth art projects
and/or programs
» Coordinating City efforts with
local schools/school districts to
engage students

LEADERSHIP
3 The student participants of the 2019 Summer@CityHall program focused on Art in Public Places. The group’s presentation, attached as Attachment C, includes results of a community survey of students, proposed criteria for City-funded artwork and suggestions for a Rancho Cordova Arts Commission.

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CITY FUNDING

FOR ART AND ARTISTS
Through its generous support, the City of
Rancho Cordova is a patron and sponsor of
the arts within the community. Much of the
City’s ongoing funding for the arts has been
directed to the Cordova Community Council
to implement programs on behalf of the City.

This Strategic Plan anticipates the City
will continue to provide funding for art
projects and programs through the Cordova
Community Council as well as select
projects for funding under the Community
Enhancement Fund program.

Funding for the Arts
Substantial City funding for the arts
occurs through the annual Community
Enhancement Fund (CEF) process. Annual
support for performing arts companies,
educational programs, capital projects such
as The MACC and similar programs and
projects has been provided through the CEF.

It is anticipated that support for the arts will
continue in the future with funding requests
to be approved by the City Council.

Some art programs and events in Rancho
Cordova generate revenue to support and
promote programs. Ultimately, providing
access to the arts, offering classes, engaging
the community and creating art in Rancho
Cordova are the primary goals. Generating
revenue from such programs is considered
a secondary goal and cost of attendance
or participation should not be a barrier to
community members.

A long-term and comprehensive plan for
funding art programs in Rancho Cordova
should be developed. To the extent the City
will continue to provide financial support,
predictable funding allows for planning
events and programs on a longer horizon.

Community Enhancement Fund
(CEF) Visual Arts Grants
One source of City funding of artists is
the annual CEF visual arts grant process.

Historically, the City has allocated a set
funding amount and accepted proposals as
generated by community artists. While this
has resulted in great proposals and projects
in the community, this approach does not
guide artists in any given direction. It is
proposed that CEF funding for visual arts be
a more directed process.

Such guidance should not be highly specific
or restrictive. Rather, the guidance can assist
artists with understanding the City’s desires
and expectations for City funded art projects
and programs.

Arts Stakeholder Group
It is recommended that the City establish an
informal Arts Stakeholder Group to assist
with CEF arts grants process. The Arts
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Stakeholder Group could assist with the CEF
visual arts grants process as follows:
» Annual Guidance to Artists. Develop
guidance for the upcoming year’s
CEF visual art grants for City
Council approval. Such guidance
could stipulate a medium (murals,
utility box wraps, tile mosaics, etc.),
approved locations for proposed
projects and possibly general
themes for artwork
» Call for Proposals. The Arts
Stakeholder Group could assist
with generating a call for proposals.

A more robust “call for artist
proposals” could reach further
into the local arts community
and generate proposals that are
diverse and inclusive of the local
arts community.
» Selection Criteria. The Arts
Stakeholder Group should
prepare evaluation criteria to
assist with its recommendations
for funding projects under CEF
visual arts grants.
» Recommendations to City Council.

The Arts Stakeholder Group would
provide recommendations on the
awards of CEF visual arts grants
to City staff that would then
forwarded to City Council. The
City Council, supported by these
recommendations, would make
final CEF awards.

Art/Artist Selection Criteria
The following is a preliminary outline of
guidance for selecting artists and artwork
to receive City funding. This guidance is
preliminary and will be refined by the Arts
Stakeholder Group prior to use for evaluating
funding requests.
» Local Artist Preference. Any
artist is eligible to apply for City
sponsorship of art projects. In
general, a preference is given first to
artists residing in Rancho Cordova,
second to artists residing in the
region, and third to artists from
outside the region.
» Visibility/Impact. A general
preference is given to artwork that
will be highly visible and have a
significant impact on the community
due to location, activity levels,
placement, scale, character or other
factors that may apply.
» Relevant to All Groups. In total,
projects selected for funding should
include works relevant for various
age groups, ethnic groups and
socio-economic groups. Collectively,
projects selected for CEF visual
arts funding should be reflective
of the diversity of the Rancho
Cordova community and should be
relevant to current social issues of
the community.

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Public versus Private Art
CEF visual arts funding is primarily intended
for art that will benefit the community in
general and is generally not intended for
private projects. Appropriate locations
include, but are not limited to, publicly
owned facilities and properties (buildings
and grounds, landscape areas, roads,
utilities, etc.) and private property that is
highly visible to the public (walls for murals,
landscape areas adjacent to public rights-ofways, etc.). Projects in such locations must receive authorization from the affected
public agency or property owner prior to
consideration as a project for CEF visual arts
funding.

By comparison, private art projects are
any projects located on private property
that are generally for the enjoyment of the
property owner, employees and visitors to
the property. Such projects typically would
be funded by the property owner and
would not be subject to City review and
approval. Examples of private art include
any installations inside a private building,
sculptures in courtyards or internal open
space areas, artist enhancements to building
architecture and similar projects.

The distinctions between public and private
art projects described above are guidelines
and do not prohibit the City Council from
funding arts projects on private property
if such projects are determined to produce
significant benefits to the Rancho Cordova
community.
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STAFF
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The artists of Rancho Cordova are passionate
about their work. They are less passionate
about the administrative tasks required to
plan, promote, and execute events within the
community. Support functions and roles that
promote a vibrant art scene include organized
and up-to-date promotion (primarily
through a web presence), organizing
and delivering volunteers to support and
conduct major events, programming of an
events calendared many months in advance,
and oversight of facilities during events.

These are tasks that will be best undertaken
in part by paid staff. Assigning such duties
to volunteers without the support of paid
staff is not a long-term sustainable strategy.

To guide current and future efforts, the City
will consider funding a Rancho Cordova
Arts Coordinator position. There are various
options for creating the Arts Coordinator
position, including staffing the position
through existing partners, consultants or City
staff and the level of participation, full time
or part time, remains to be determined. This
position would be dedicated to the functions
below and would draw on professional
experience in the unique functions described
in the Arts Strategic Plan. As a professional
engaged in the greater arts community,
the Coordinator would bring benefits of
networking and audience building for
the Rancho Cordova community and arts
patrons, fully maximizing the community
vitality benefits associated with the planned
civic amenities.

The programs contemplated in this Strategic
Plan – development of community resources,
production of events, organizational support
– may require additional staff members to
support the Arts Coordinator. Ultimately,
it may be appropriate to establish a standalone organization or foundation to promote the arts in Rancho Cordova.

Key duties of Art Coordinator would include:
» Preparing workplans (either annual
of two-year plans) for City Council
consideration that:
• Describe events to be produced
and major efforts to be
undertaken
• Activities described under NearTerm Efforts comprise the first two-year workplan
» Programming events
• Regular events at The MACC
• Annual calendar of events
» Support and build internal capacity
of the Rancho Cordova Arts Council
» Identify facility needs –
performance, rehearsal, production
spaces –and champion efforts to
make facilities available
» Coordinate with partner
agencies/organizations
» Provide guidance and
recommendations on Cityfunded art projects
» Guide and promote installation of
art in the community
» Near-term organizational focus:
• Build volunteer base
• Align volunteers with community
art events
» Create web-based presence that is
supported by engaged partners and
community relationships
» Prepare guidelines for the selection
of City-funded art programs,
exhibitions and installations
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Below is the action plan to guide art programs and efforts for the near-term (1 to 2 years), mid-term (3 to 5 years), and long-term (5 years and beyond). Individuals and organizations promoting art in Rancho Cordova have two fundamental needs:
1) Facilities to produce, rehearse, perform, and display art; and 2) Organizational support to promote, facilitate, organize, and execute programs.

The programs noted below, particularly under Near-Term, are ambitious and exceed current staff capacity. Priorities among these efforts will be pursued based on available staff capacity. Additionally, priorities and opportunities may shift over time and designations and near, mid and long term will likely be adjusted through preparation of bi-annual action plans.

A. Near-Term Actions

1. CEF Visual Arts Selections: Establish
the process for CEF visual arts
recommendations and complete reviews
in the 2020 funding cycle.

2. Establish Art Selection Criteria: Prepare
and seek City Council approval of
guidelines for the selection of Cityfunded art projects.

3. Inventory of Facilities: Key facilities needs
include spaces for production, rehearsal,
display, and performance. Conduct an
inventory to determine what is available
and what is lacking. Consider near-term
solutions for additional facilities.

4. Assist with Planning for a Civic
Center project: Current City plans
for a community-oriented project
offer opportunities that could include
production, rehearsal, and event space,
as well as integrating art within the
overall design program.

5. Continue to build relationships with
local schools/school districts:
» Expand programs for students
in schools and coordinate
efforts with community-based
theater companies
» Streamline process for use of school
performance facilities
» Explore partnerships for
programming and use of space in
the Civic Center project

6. Local Art Display Opportunities:

Identify businesses willing to display
works by local artists – restaurants, bars,
brew pubs, coffee shops, etc. Facilitate
connection of businesses to artists.

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7. Art in Neighborhood Greens: Develop
guidelines for art in City Neighborhood
Greens that include level of funding
and City expectations for art (general
character, durability and other
selection criteria).

8. Promotion and Visibility: Create and
maintain a dedicated media presence —
a centralized location for art news of all
types to market art programs/events in
Rancho Cordova that includes a website
and social media.

9. City Hall Improvements: Consider
enhancements to the City Hall’s
American River Rooms to better support
performances — improvements such as
theatrical stage lighting, sconce wall
lighting, and improved sound system
should be considered.

10. Utility Box Art: Consider implementation
of a utility box art wrap program for
SMUD utility boxes. If determined
appropriate define procedures for
approval of installations, artist selection
process, and provisions to replace art
wraps over time.

11. Art Block. Begin conceptualizing the
Art Block and pursue opportunities
for its implementation. Consider
whether adjustments to City
regulations are required.

12. Community art events/activities,
possibly including:
» Expanded events at The MACC
» Pop-up concert venues
» Mobile art class on wheels that
has a summer schedule visiting
neighborhood parks to teach
simple art projects
» Crocker Art Museum’s Art Ark

13. Art Implementation Handbook: Prepare
a handbook to inform artists of the
opportunities and requirements to install
artwork in Rancho Cordova.
» Guidelines for installing art
in the community
» Prequalified locations for public
art installations
» Process for artists to propose and
install art in Rancho Cordova
» Artist requirements — insurance,
documentation of costs,
prevailing wage, etc.

14. A Cadre of Volunteers: Promote and
expand opportunities for volunteers
to assist with events. Identify interests
and skills of volunteers and provide
opportunities for groups of volunteers to
work as teams.

15. Mills Station/Regional Transit Contract:

Enter into a new contract with Regional
Transit for the operation and use of the
Mills Station transit station site that
recognizes and allows events on the Mills
Station site that are held in conjunction
with The MACC.

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4. Collaborative Programs: Within the
mid-term horizon, work with community
partners and organizations to expand
local schools’ programs for youth
performing arts and visual arts.

5. Artistic Community Gateways: Entry
points to the community should provide
a sense of arrival. Artistic gateways can
add beauty and community identity to
Rancho Cordova.

6. Art Block: Formalize designs for public
improvements in the Art Block, including
but not limited to design of the Civic
Center project, enhanced streetscape
improvements and other opportunities
to inject artistic character in the District.

B. Mid-Term Actions

1. The MACC: The MACC is the premier
setting in Rancho Cordova to connect
with artists and to conduct shows and
small events. A key mid-term action is
to more fully realize the potential of this
venue as a center of Rancho Cordova arts.

2. Interim Facilities: While a new
performing arts theater may be a longterm goal of the City, it is unlikely such a facility will be constructed in the midterm horizon. Interim solutions may rely on increased access to existing
major venues, upgrades to improve the
performance value of existing facilities,
and conversion of existing underutilized
buildings to support performing arts.

3. Signature Art: Rancho Cordova will
develop signature art forms and/or events.
» Art display examples:
• Mosaics in walkways throughout
the city
• A location or locations that is/are
recreated annually
• All public facilities incorporate
clear and obvious artistic features
• Install artistic “RC” markers
(sculpture, paint, tile, etc.)
throughout the community
» Event examples:
• Annual Art Festival, Art on the
River in Hagan Park, or Art Farm
at Soil Born Farms
• Community Concert Series at
the Performing Arts Center at
Cordova High School or other
locations in the community
• 4th Saturday Art Walk
• Local program of Wide Open
Walls/Murals
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TAKING ACTION
Rancho Cordova Arts Strategic Plan 27
C. Long-Term Actions

1. Performing Arts Center/Exhibition
Space: Ultimately, as Rancho Cordova
continues to grow, an additional
performing arts center will likely be
needed to support Rancho Cordova
performance companies. Whether music,
dance, or theater, venues in Rancho
Cordova are limited and our performing
companies do not have priority. A
performing arts center to showcase local
artists and to provide a venue for visiting
companies will be a key component of a
vibrant Rancho Cordova arts scene.

2. Monumental Art Installations: In decades
past, large art installations were included
in private development projects. The
City is not contemplating a developer
obligation for such placemaking
installations, but the impact of significant
art installations remains a priority that
will require creative solutions.

3. Rancho Cordova Theatrical Company:

Theater programs for youth and adults
will support life-long engagement in
the arts. Local theater companies will
be encouraged to build on local school
programs. Identifying space for rehearsals
and performances is a priority for
establishing local theatrical companies.

4. Community Maker Space: Maker spaces
can take many different forms. For
aspiring artists, one of the barriers to
developing skills and pursuing a career in
the arts is access to production space. This
applies equally to music, photography,
woodworking, pottery, and many other
physical media. A multi-purpose maker
space would provide a place for artists
of diverse media to come together and
pursue their passions.

5. Artist Housing: Pursue housing
opportunities and studio spaces for
artists. Artists often are not seeking the
traditional setting of a single-family home.

Artist housing might be incorporated in a
mixed-use setting such as the Civic Center
project or in non-traditional settings
such as Light Industrial zoned land. The
goal is to create a setting supportive
of artists’ needs – both housing and
production/studio space. While care and
a thoughtful approach would be required
to establish such housing, elements that
might prove supportive to creating such
housing include:
» Unique development standards –
rough industrial might be just fine
» Dwellings that combine living and
production spaces
» Mixed use district – housing,
fabrication, performance, and
retail all allowed
» Alternative housing form – size,
design, density – that is affordable
and conducive to artists.

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1 Arts Strategic Plan
Two-Year Update
CityOfRanchoCordova.org
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2 Adopted in December 2019, the plan provides a roadmap for continuing to build art programs in the community. The key elements of the strategic plan include:

ABOUT THE ARTS STRATEGIC PLAN
Vision
Facilities
Cultivating Our Artists
Partnerships
Leadership
City Funding for Arts & Artists
Staff
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3 The strategic plan’s Guiding Principles are:
• Inclusion
• Engaging Our Youth
• Art Makes Business Sense
• Quality of Life
• Participation
• Art is Everywhere
• Support the Artist
The Desired Outcome: In 20 years, when viewing the community, we will see accomplishments that have changed the community for the better.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES AND

DESIRED OUTCOME
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4 A defined area within Rancho Cordova that places an emphasis and priority on promoting the arts. It contains the MACC, the Rancho Cordova Center of Folsom Lake College, and the future Mills Crossing Civic Center.

ART BLOCK
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5 FACILITIES
Performing Arts Rehearsal
Space
Performance
Space
Use of Existing
Theatre Venues
Visual Arts Production
Space Display Space
Improve
Existing
Facilities
Shared Use
Facilities
Visual Arts
Display
Mills Crossing
Civic Center
Workshop /
Class Space
Artists and art organizations have identified adequate facilities as a critical need for creating a vibrant art scene/art community.

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6 City of
Rancho
Cordova
Cordova
Community
Council
Rancho
Cordova Arts
Cordova
Recreation &
Park District
Educational
Institutions
Rancho
Cordova
Chamber of
Commerce
Local and
Regional
Partnerships

PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE ARTS
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7 The City’s support of the arts has resulted in many programs and outcomes including:
• Educational programs in our schools
• Improvements of facilities such as the MACC
• Support for community groups that champion the arts
• Art showings at City Hall, the MACC, and in the community • Community events throughout the year
• Permanent and temporary public art installations
• Performances and art-centric events

LEADERSHIP
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8 CITY FUNDING FOR ART AND ARTISTS
The City of Rancho Cordova is a patron and sponsor of
the arts. The City will continue to provide funding for art projects and programs via the Community Enhancement
& Investment Fund.

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9 VIDEO CELEBRATING OUR PUBLIC ART
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10 MID-TERM ACTIONS
More fully utilize the MACC as a center of Rancho Cordova arts and the Art Block.

Identify, connect, and develop the use of interim facilities for arts purposes (underutilized buildings, etc.).

Create signature art projects including temporary or permanent art projects such as mosaic and wall pieces, annual exhibits, art installations in public facilities, art festivals, community concerts, art walks.

In the next phase of the Arts Strategic Plan, staff will continue to work with artists, art organizations, partners and others to further the goals of the Arts Strategic Plan.

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11 LONG-TERM ACTIONS: MILLS CROSSING CIVIC CENTER
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12 City Council approved
$50,000, in June 2021,
for public art projects
City Council will have the
opportunity to approve
additional funding for
next fiscal year’s public
art projects
WHERE ARE WE HEADED NEXT?
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13 Staff recommends the following for Council consideration:
• Another round of utility box wraps
• Murals or mosaics on targeted properties or areas of the city Alternatives could include:
• Other types of art, such as:
• Sculptures
• Lighting
• Benches
• Bike racks
• Artistic elements
• A hybrid approach

RECOMMENDATIONS & ALTERNATIVES
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