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Playgrounds
Many of the new playgrounds that have been installed or replaced at 国产真实迷奸 Public Schools (PPS) in recent years have been volunteer efforts initiated by the School PTA. There are a variety of resources and approaches to make a positive impact on the playground environment at PPS. To support our communities, PPS has developed a guide on the procedure.
STEPS TO A SUCCESSFUL PLAY STRUCTURE: OVERVIEW
Thank you for your interest in working with 国产真实迷奸 Public Schools (the 国产真实迷奸) to provide improved playground amenities for our students and community. Below is an outline of the basic steps to a successful Play Structure project. The intent of this outline is to assist in the planning and sequencing of your project. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to Project Management & Construction at 503-916-3401.
Project Types
These are the most typical types proposed by our communities. This list does not include ALL project types.
- Upgrade of existing playground equipment
- Improvements to playground accessibility
- Installation of new playground equipment at an existing playground
- Installation of a new playground area
Funding Types (does not include ALL funding types)
- Donations
- Grants
- Fundraising
Step One
- Determine what kind of project the group is interested in
- Meets a particular need
- Funding is sufficient for project
- Create a Mission Statement
- Who – Responsible Party
- What – Project Type
- When – Anticipated Schedule
- Where – Which School / Location on Site
- Why – Ultimate Goal of the Project
- How – Funding Source, Installation Team
Step Two
- Get Principal Buy-in
- Submit a Project Development Request (PDR) to Facilities
- Your project will be assigned to a Facilities Project Manager (PM)
- PM will review for
- Location compatibility
- Compliance with 国产真实迷奸 Standards /Page/1654
- Division 11 – Equipment
- 11-68-13 – Track and Field Equipment
- 11-68-13 – Playground Equipment
- Division 12 – Furnishings
- 12-93-00 – Site Furnishings
- Division 32 – Exterior Improvements
- 32-18-00 – Athletic and Recreational Surfacing
- 32-30-00 – Site Improvements
- 32-30-10 – School and Community Led Site Improvements
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- Cost Estimate Review
- Schedule
- Required Permits
- Funding Sources
- Determine who is responsible for vendor/contractor selection and coordination
- PM will issue approval to proceed to next steps, recommendations for alterations or request additional information
- PROJECT CANNOT PROCEED WITHOUT FACILITIES PM APPROVAL
Step Three (After PM Approval)
- Proceed with design development and vendor selection
- Secure all required funding
- Review schedule for funding source deadlines
Step Four
- Formal submittal to PM
- Design Drawings / Shop Drawings
- Permit for Donated Materials
- Building Permit Application (if required)
- Release and Waiver of Liability
- Insurance Certificates (Product Liability and Group Insurance)
- Contractor Information
- License Information (CCB)
- Insurance Certificates
- General Liability
- Workers Compensation
- Bond (if required)
- Installation Guarantee
- Manufacturer's Warranty
- Grant Requirements
- Deadlines for completion / billing
- Maintenance Instructions
- Proposed construction schedule
- Facilities PM to review and comment / approve prior to proceeding with ANY work on-site, or finalization of equipment order
Step Five (After PM Approval)
- Finalize equipment order
- Verify all permits are in place
- Schedule construction
- Include time for required PM inspections of site prep and footings / supports
Step Six
- Installation
- Include time for required PM inspections prior to finalization with installer
- Punch-list and repairs
- Review for substandard or incomplete work
- Establishment of Substantial Completion and Warranty start dates
- Permit Close-outs
Step Seven
- Grand Opening
- Thank You Acknowledgements
- Finalization of Fund Distribution
Additional information, as well as samples of the required forms are available upon request. Project Management and Construction wants to work with you on these projects and we look forward to seeing your vision. Thank you for your interest in supporting the 国产真实迷奸, your School and our Community.
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Tree Planting Guideline