HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017 CON Kaboom - Community Partner Playground GrantCOMMUNITY PARTNER PLAYGROUND AGREEMENT
August 2, 2017
KaBOOM!, Inc., a Washington, D.C. corporation(referred to herein as KaBOOM!) is pleased that the City of National City, a
municipal corporation (referred to herein as the Community Partner) has agreed to collaborate with KaBOOM! and Dr
Pepper Snapple Group (referred to herein as the Funding Partner) in the construction of a new playground at Las
Palmas Park, located at 1810 E 22nd St, National City, CA 91950 (the "Project"). This Community Partner Playground
Agreement (this "Agreement"), which sets forth the Community Partner's obligations in connection with the Project and
certain matters on which the parties have agreed, will, when executed by the duly authorized representatives of each
party, supersede any prior agreements and represent the complete legally binding agreement between the parties
regarding the Project.
1. Obligations of the Community Partner. The Community Partner shall work with KaBOOM! and the Funding Partner as
well as community residents to design, plan and build the Project. By executing this Agreement, the Community
Partner is unconditionally agreeing to each of the following obligations, in each case meeting the requirements
provided by KaBOOM!:
(a) Fundraising. In support of the Project, the Community Partner must contribute $8,500 to KaBOOM!, which will
apply the funds directly to the purchase of playground equipment. KaBOOM! will invoice the Community Partner
for such amount promptly following the execution of this Agreement, which amount must be paid in full at least
thirty (30) days prior to the Project's Build Day (as defined below).
(b) Project Site.
(i)
Ownership. At the time of execution of this Agreement, the Community Partner shall provide KaBOOM! with
proof of land ownership evidenced by either a deed granting title to the property to the Community Partner or
a letter from the property owner showing approval for the Project. The Community Partner is the owner of the
playground in its entirety, for the lifetime of the playground, including the equipment and/or safety surfacing
purchased by KaBOOM! and/or the Funding Partner.
(ii) Permits. Prior to Build Day, the Community Partner shall obtain or cause to be obtained all necessary
permits and licenses regarding the installation, possession and use of the playground in compliance with
applicable laws and regulations.
(iii) Preparation. The Community Partner shall ensure that the Project site is safe for volunteers and children,
which responsibility includes: (1) recruiting fifteen (15) adult volunteers to participate in preparation activities
two to three days prior to Build Day;(2) preparing the site for the installation of the Project at least two weeks
before Build Day, which includes removing existing playground equipment, footers and safety surfacing,
grading the land, removing fencing and performing soil tests; (3) conducting up to two (2) utility checks as
reasonably requested by KaBOOM! with the appropriate utility companies, with the first test being completed
on or before Design Day (as defined below) and with all utility check documentation provided upon
completion to the KaBOOM! project manager who shall supervise the planning and installation of the
playground (the "Project Manager"); and (4) conducting up to two (2) soil site tests as reasonably requested
by KaBOOM!, with the first test being completed on or before Design Day and with all soil check
documentation provided to the Project Manager upon completion. The Community Partner is responsible for
undertaking any necessary risk mitigation should the soil be deemed unsafe for children and volunteers.
(iv) Safety and Security. The Community Partner shall ensure the security of equipment, tools, supplies and well
being of the adults and children from the beginning of the preparation activities until the conclusion of Build
Day, including any postponement.
(v) Maintenance. Maintenance of the playground facility and supervision of its use is the sole responsibility of
the Community Partner. The Community Partner shall collaborate with KaBOOM! during the Project
planning process to develop a maintenance program for the playground and, with the support of the property
owner (if owner is a separate party), shall maintain the playground and the property before and after the Build
Day to ensure a safe and attractive playspace. In furtherance of the foregoing, in the event any
playground equipment included in the Project no longer is permitted for any reason to be located at its
original site of construction or such site is no longer controlled by the Community Partner for any reason,
then the Community Partner promptly shall notify KaBOOM! following its becoming aware of such situation
and shall, at the Community Partner's sole cost and expense, take such steps as may be necessary
to promptly and safely relocate the playground equipment (including any permanent signage and other
fixtures) to an alternate site that serves children or to ensure that the successor controlling person of such
site shall continue to make such playground available to children in the same manner contemplated as of the
Build Day and maintain (or permit the Community Partner to maintain) such playground in accordance with
the maintenance program. In addition, the Community Partner shall accept and maintain engineered wood
fiber as playground safety surfacing, meeting standards established by Consumer Product Safety
Commission guidelines, for the lifetime of the playground. Guidance and materials for the purpose of
developing a maintenance plan for the playground are available, upon request, from the playground
equipment and safety surfacing manufacturers, including Playworld Systems, Inc.
(c) Design Day. The Community Partner agrees to host a KaBOOM!-facilitated "Design Day" with at least twenty
(20) adult volunteers and twenty (20) children. Such adult volunteers shall remain engaged in the planning
activities throughout the Project's planning process.
(d) Build Day. The Community Partner shall recruit 175 adult volunteers from the community to participate in a one -
day installation event for the Project, which is scheduled to occur on a date to be determined and which is
referred to herein as the Build Day. The Community Partner shall ensure that all volunteers sign a waiver. On
the Build Day, the Community Partner shall provide food, water, tools, dumpsters, music and restroom facilities
for all volunteers.
(e) Promotion; Intellectual Property. The Community Partner shall seek prior approval from KaBOOM! and/or the
Funding Partner for any materials that reference the Project or contain the name, trademarks, service marks,
logos and other intellectual property (collectively, and together with all goodwill attached or which shall become
attached to any of the them, the "Marks") of KaBOOM! and/or the Funding Partner, including press releases, fliers
and promotional materials. The Community Partner acknowledges and agrees that each of KaBOOM! and the
Funding Partner is the sole owner of all right, title and interest in and to its respective Marks. The parties
acknowledge that KaBOOM! and the Funding Partner may take all steps to protect their Marks as they deem
appropriate. Any use of the Marks will inure to the sole benefit of KaBOOM! or the Funding Partner (as
applicable). The Community Partner shall not use the Marks in any manner that would harm the reputation of
KaBOOM! or the Funding Partner or disparage or negatively reflect upon the Marks. Upon expiration of or
termination of this Agreement for any reason, the Community Partner shall cease all use of the Marks. The
Community Partner shall collaborate with KaBOOM! and the Funding Partner to secure media coverage for the
Project. Community Partner is subject to the California Public Records Act (see Government Code Section 6251
et. seq.), and this Section 1(e) is not intended to impede or impair Community Partner's requirements or
obligations under that Act.
Signage. The Community Partner shall allow the names and logos of KaBOOM! and the Funding Partner to be
displayed on permanent playground signage, which shall be substantially in the form provided to the Community
Partner during the application process and shall be 12'/4 inches wide by 30'/4 inches tall and mounted on poles
in a mutually agreed location.
Playground Costs. The Community Partner is solely responsible for and shall hold KaBOOM! and the Funding
Partner harmless from any costs incurred by the Community Partner for any prior site preparation, upgrades or
improvements or any equipment or materials purchased to supplement those secured by KaBOOM!.
(h) Warranty. The playground equipment and the safety -surfacing related to the Project may be covered under
warranty by the applicable manufacturers, a copy of which may be obtained, upon request, from such
manufacturers. The Community Partner acknowledges that any warranties and/or guarantees on any equipment
or material are subject to the respective manufacturer's terms thereof, and the Community Partner agrees to look
solely to such manufacturers for any such warranty and/or guarantee. Neither KaBOOM! nor the Funding
Partner nor any of their respective affiliates, directors, officers, managers, partners, members, shareholders,
(f)
(g)
(i)
employees, agents or representatives, have made nor are in any manner responsible or liable for any
representation, warranty or guarantee, express or implied, in fact or in law, relative to any equipment or material,
including its quality, mechanical condition or fitness for a particular purpose.
Insurance. The Community Partner (or such other appropriate entity to which KaBOOM! consents in writing) shall
obtain and maintain from no less than seven (7) days prior to the Build Day and through the first anniversary of
the Build Day, commercial general liability insurance (providing coverage against liability for bodily injury, death
and property damage that may arise out of or be based upon the use of the playground) with a limit of not less
than one million dollars ($1,000,000) per occurrence. The Community Partner shall also obtain and maintain
worker's compensation insurance policies with statutory limits for the state in which the work is performed for
their volunteer employees. Within seven (7) days from execution of this Agreement, the Community Partner
shall provide to KaBOOM! a copy of a certificate from its insurer indicating the nature, scope, duration and
amount of insurance coverage, and naming KaBOOM! and the Funding Partner as additional insureds under
such policy, which insurance shall be primary over any other insurance covering KaBOOM! and the Funding
Partner and which policy shall provide that KaBOOM! and the Funding Partner be given at least thirty (30) days
prior written notice of any change or cancellation of coverage.
(i)
Indemnification. Except as is expressly prohibited by law, the Community Partner shall indemnify and hold
harmless KaBOOM!, the Funding Partner and their respective affiliates, directors, officers, managers,
partners, members, shareholders, employees, agents and representatives from any and all losses, liabilities,
claims, actions, fees and expenses (including interest and penalties due and payable with respect thereto
and reasonable attorneys' and accountants' fees and any other reasonable out-of-pocket expenses incurred
in investigating, preparing, defending or settling any action), including any of the foregoing arising under,
out of or in connection with any breach of this Agreement, any actions associated with this Project or
resulting from the use of any playground property and equipment, including those for personal injury,
death, or property damage, except to the extent resulting from the gross negligence or willful misconduct of
such indemnified person. This provision shall survive any termination or expiration of this Agreement.
(j) Data and Reporting Requirements. The Community Partner shall (i) promptly following the confirmation of the
Project, distribute one or more play -related surveys provided by KaBOOM! to its stakeholders, including
parents/caregivers, volunteers, staff and board members, (ii) cause members of its planning committee to
complete a post -build survey provided by KaBOOM! within 2 weeks from the Build Day and a 6-month survey
provided by KaBOOM! within 7 months from the Build Day.
2. Obligations of KaBOOM!.
(a) Playground Build. KaBOOM! shall provide technical and organizational leadership and guidance for the Project
and shall:
(i) Coordinate Funding Partner participation, facilitate playground design, including regular planning meetings,
and work with vendors to procure equipment and materials in a timely manner, except to the extent that
safety surfacing other than engineered wood fiber is used, which shall be procured by the Community
Partner.
(ii) Manage construction logistics for the Project, coordinate playground site preparation activities with the
Community Partner, inventory equipment and materials, and assure that the necessary tools and materials
and other general supplies are available on the Build Day.
(iii) Lead the Build Day activities, including the coordination of Build Day captains and volunteers.
(iv) Make available certain educational and promotional materials related to the Project.
(b) Inspection. KaBOOM!, in collaboration with the Community Partner, will secure a Certified Playground Safety
Inspector to review the playground structure at the conclusion of the Build Day (or, if KaBOOM! assumes
responsibility for the playground construction going beyond one day, at the conclusion of the installation) to
ensure that the structure is safe and built to all appropriate standards and guidelines, unless the Build Day is not
completed on the Build Day due to failure of the Community Partner, in which case the Community Partner shall
secure the Certified Playground Safety Inspector.
(c) Promotion. KaBOOM! will provide proposed promotional materials relating to the Project for the Community
Partner's review and approval, which approval shall not be unreasonably withheld or delayed.
(d) Website Listing. KaBOOM! will place the playground on its list of KaBOOM! builds on the KaBOOM! website and
KaBOOM! will send information to the Community Partner on playground maintenance programming and
enhancements.
(e) Post -Build Day. The Community Partner shall (i) within one week following the Build Day, complete and submit a
Post Build Report, in the form to be made available by KaBOOM!, and (ii) shall use its commercially reasonable
efforts to provide, and otherwise shall cooperate in good faith with KaBOOM! regarding obtaining, such other
information related to the Project as KaBOOM! from time to time may request.
3. Build Day Postponement. The Build Day shall not be postponed except when weather or other conditions jeopardize
the safety of the volunteers or threaten the structural integrity of the playground. The decision to postpone the Build
Day will be made by majority agreement of the representatives of KaBOOM!, the Community Partner and the Funding
Partner, except where such decision must be made by KaBOOM! on the construction site and representatives of the
Community Partner and the Funding Partner are not available for consultation. In the event that the Build Day is
postponed, KaBOOM!, the Community Partner and the Funding Partner shall develop a plan for rescheduling the
Build Day at the next earliest date possible for each party. The Funding Partner shall be responsible for all additional
expenses related to the rescheduled Build Day, including, without limitation, equipment, labor and materials, storage
and travel costs and expenses; provided, however, that the Funding Partner shall be notified of the estimated amount
of such additional expenses in connection with rescheduling of the Build Day. Notwithstanding the foregoing, in the
event that the date of the Build Day is cancelled or changed as a result of the Community Partner's failure to satisfy its
obligations in connection with the Project, then the Community Partner shall be liable to KaBOOM! and the Funding
Partner for all such additional expenses related to the rescheduled Build Day.
4. Funding Partner Relations. KaBOOM! has a separate contract with the Funding Partner pursuant to which the
Funding Partner has agreed to provide financial and human resources for the Project. In recognition of the Funding
Partner's contribution of such resources, the Funding Partner shall receive first placement on any recognition
materials developed for the Project, including playground signage, banners, T-shirts, press releases, website and
newsletter stories, and flyers, and the Community Partner shall not solicit sponsors or donors in relation to the Project
whose products or services directly compete with the products or services of the Funding Partner as identified to the
Community Partner by KaBOOM! and/or the Funding Partner. In the event the Community Partner solicits other
sponsors or donors, then the Community Partner shall not permit such sponsors or donors to compete with the
Funding Partner for signage and sponsorship recognition.
5. Termination. In the event that the Community Partner fails to make the payments required under Section 1(a) or
otherwise breaches this Agreement, KaBOOM! may terminate this Agreement upon written notice to the Community
Partner of such termination. Furthermore, if either party is delayed or prevented from fulfilling any of its obligations
hereunder by any cause beyond its reasonable control, including acts of God, acts or omissions of civil or military
authorities, fire, strike, flood, riot, act of terrorism, war, transportation delay, or inability due to such causes to obtain
required labor, materials or facilities, such party shall not be liable hereunder for such delay or failure and either party
may terminate this Agreement if the other is unable to perform any obligation hereunder for a period longer than ten
(10) calendar days due to such force majeure event, in which case KaBOOM! shall refund to the Community Partner
any amounts paid to KaBOOM!, less expenses already committed and/or incurred prior to the date of such termination.
If, upon termination as provided herein, the sum due KaBOOM! the by Community Partner exceeds the
sum paid to KaBOOM! hereunder, the Community Partner shall pay KaBOOM! for any such additional sum due upon
presentation of appropriate documentation within thirty (30) days of invoice. Except as set forth above, upon any
termination, this Agreement shall become void and have no effect, and no party shall have any liability to the other
party, except that nothing herein will relieve any party from liability for any intentional breach of this Agreement prior to
such termination.
6. General Provisions. The Community Partner represents to KaBOOM! that all information provided by it to KaBOOM!,
including in the Playground Profile Application, is true, correct and complete in all respects and does not omit any
information relevant to the Project. Each party has all requisite power and authority, including any necessary approval
by its governing body, to execute and deliver this Agreement, and to perform its obligations hereunder. This Agreement
may not be assigned or transferred by either party without the prior written consent of the other party hereto. This
Agreement shall inure to the benefit of and be binding upon the parties hereto, their respective successors and permitted
assigns, and where expressly stated, their affiliates and representatives. This Agreement shall be governed by and
construed under the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflicts of laws principles to the extent that the
application of the laws of another jurisdiction would be required thereby. This Agreement may be altered, modified or
amended only by a written document signed by both parties. This Agreement may be executed in two or more
counterparts, each of which shall be an original and all of which, when taken together, shall constitute the same
agreement and may be delivered by facsimile or electronic mail transmission with the same force and effect as if originally
executed copies hereof were delivered. Any notices required or permitted to be given hereunder shall be sent by certified
or registered United States mail, postage prepaid, by personal delivery addressed to the applicable party or by facsimile
or electronic mail transmission (the receipt of which is confirmed) at the address set forth under such parry's signature
below. The Funding Partner shall be an intended third party beneficiary of Sections 1(b), (e), (f), (g), (h), (i) and (j) and
Sections 2(b), 3, 4 and 6 of this Agreement and is entitled to enforce its rights under such sections as if it were a party to
this Agreement.
By executing this Community Partner Playground Agreement where indicated below, each of KaBOOM! and the
Community Partner agrees, as of the date identified above, to be legally bound by all of the terms and provisions set forth
above.
The City of National City, a
municipal corporation
Name: Leslie Deese
Title: City Manager
Address:
1243 National City Blvd.
National City, CA 91950
T: (619) 336-4242
e-mail:ldeese@nationalcityca.gov
KaBOOM!, Inc.
By:
Nofne:
Title: Chief Fi 'ancia's'icer
Address:
4301 Connecticut Ave. NW, Suite ML-1
Washington, DC 20008
T: (202) 464- 6180
F: (202) 659-0210
e-mail: gmegasankaboom.orq
Contact information for the person who should receive KaBOOM! invoices:
Name: Audrey Denham
Mailing Address:
140 E 12th St
National City, CA 91950
Telephone number: (619) 336-4243
Email: adenham a( ..nationalcitVca.gov
RESOLUTION NO. 2017 — 68
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A LETTER OF INTENT
WITH KABOOM! IN ORDER TO ADVANCE THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY
IN THE GRANT SELECTION PROCESS TO BUILD A NEW PLAYGROUND
AT KIMBALL PARK, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ACCEPT
THE KABOOM! GRANT, AND TO EXECUTE THE KABOOM! COMMUNITY
PARTNER PLAYGROUND AGREEMENT, IF AWARDED IN SEPTEMBER 2017
WHEREAS, the playground equipment currently in place at Kimball Park has
reached the end of its useful life and has been identified by City staff as a priority for
replacement; and
WHEREAS, KaBOOM! is a national non-profit organization dedicated to
providing kids a childhood filled with balanced and active play by creating great places to play,
inspiring communities to promote and support play, and driving the national discussion about
the importance of play in fostering healthy and productive lives; and
WHEREAS, National City has been selected as a final round applicant for this
year's KaBOOM! Grant that will provide funds for the design of the playground at Kimball Park
through workshops involving City staff, youth, and adults; replace the current aging playground
equipment with new playground equipment; and will support a community event to build the
playground; and
WHEREAS, in order to continue in the selection process the City must sign a
Letter of Intent that signifies full approval of the Community Partner Playground Agreement, the
assumption of all responsibilities as outlined in the KaBOOM! Community Partner Project
Summary, and commitment to pay KaBOOM! $8,500 that will be applied to playground
equipment; and
WHEREAS, the City would need to provide food, water, tools, and music for
volunteers during the design and build process, at an estimated cost of $3,500, but will work
with local service clubs and businesses to secure donations to help offset that cost.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of
National City hereby authorizes the City Manager to execute a Letter of Intent with KaBOOM! to
advance the City of National City in the grant selection process for grant funds for the
improvement of the playground at Kimball Park.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council authorizes the City Manager
to accept the KaBOOM! grant and execute the KaBOOM! Community Partner Playground
Agreement, if awarded in September 2017.
[Signature Page to Follow]
Resolution No. 2017 — 68
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ATTEST:
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PASSED and ADOPTED this 2nd day of May, 2017.
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Michael R. Dalla, Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Morrison, Mayor
Passed and adopted by the Council of the City of National City, California, on May 2,
2017 by the following vote, to -wit:
Ayes: Councilmembers Cano, Mendivil, Morrison, Rios, Sotelo-Solis.
Nays: None.
Absent: None.
Abstain: None.
AUTHENTICATED BY: RON MORRISON
Mayor of the City of Nationa City, California
City Clerk of the City of ational City, California
By:
Deputy
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the above and foregoing is a full, true and correct copy of
RESOLUTION NO. 2017-68 of the City of National City, California, passed and adopted
by the Council of said City on May 2, 2017.
City Clerk of the City of National City, California
By:
Deputy
CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA
COUNCIL AGENDA STATEMENT
MEETING DATE: May 2, 2017
AGENDA ITEM NO. 19
ITEM TITLE:
Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City authorizing 1) the City Manager to sign a Letter of
Intent with KaBOOM! in order to advance the City of National City in the grant selection process to build a new
playground at Kimball Park 2) the City Manager to accept the KaBOOM! grant and execute the KaBOOM!
Community Partner Playground Agreement, if awarded in September 2017.
PREPARED BY: Audrey Denham
PHONE: 336-4243
EXPLANATION:
See attached staff report.
DEPARTMENT: Community Services
APPROVED BY: t-?
FINANCIAL STATEMENT:
APPROVED: I* Z .__. Finance
ACCOUNT NO. APPROVED: MIS
Funds are available in the following accounts:
001-409-500-598-4133, $8,500 playground equipment
001-416-029-399-0000, $3,500 food, water, tools and music for volunteers
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
This is not a project and, therefore, is not subject to environmental review.
ORDINANCE: INTRODUCTION:
FINAL ADOPTION:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
See attached staff report.
BOARD / COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Staff Report
2. Cover Letter and Letter of Intent
3. Community Partner Playground Agreement
4. KaBOOM! Project Summary
Staff Report
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City Council Staff Report
May 2, 2017
ITEM
Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City authorizing 1) the City Manager to
sign a Letter of Intent with KaBOOM! in order to advance the City of National City in the grant
selection process to build a new playground at Kimball Park 2) the City Manager to accept the
KaBOOM! grant and execute the KaBOOM! Community Partner Playground Agreement, if
awarded in September 2017.
BACKGROUND
KaBOOM! is a national non-profit dedicated to giving all kids a childhood filled with balanced
and active play. KaBOOM! achieves their goals by creating great places to play, inspiring
communities to promote and support play and driving the national discussion about the
importance of play in fostering healthy and productive lives. KaBOOM! has built nearly 3,000
playgrounds nationwide at minimal costs to local communities. Primary funding for these
projects comes from a variety of corporate sponsors that partner with KaBOOM!. In March
2017, City staff applied for the KaBOOM! grant to replace aging playground equipment at the
Kimball Park Playground. The City has been selected as a final round applicant for this year's
KaBOOM! grant.
DISCUSSION
In order to continue in the selection process the City must sign a Letter of Intent which signifies
full approval of the Community Partner Playground Agreement (attached), assumption of all
responsibilities as outlined in the KaBOOM! Community Partner Project Summary (attached),
and commitment to pay KaBOOM! $8,500 that will be applied to playground equipment. The
City would also need to provide food, water, tools and music for volunteers during the design
and build process, which is estimated at $3,500. City staff will work with local service clubs and
businesses to secure donations to help offset the additional $3,500.
KaBOOM! plans to award the grant in September 2017, with an estimated playground
completion timeframe of October or November of 2017. If the City is selected as the grant
recipient the process takes about 6 to 8 weeks and includes meeting the KaBOOM! project
manager and funding partner, a site walk with KaBOOM! and City staff, youth and adult
workshops to design the playground, site preparations by the Public Works department, and a
community event to build the playground with 150 volunteers.
It is anticipated that the Kimball Park Playground will be closed to the public for approximately
8 weeks, but the closure may vary depending on site preparations and KaBOOM!'s schedule.
Staff Report
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Staff Report — KaBOOM! Letter of Intent & Community Partner Playground Agreement
May 2, 2017
The equipment currently in place in the Kimball Park Playground has reached the end of its
useful life and has been identified by Parks staff as a priority for replacement. The KaBOOM!
grant, if awarded will provide the remaining funds needed to replace the equipment. While the
current playground is approximately 6,300 square feet, KaBOOM! only supplies playground
equipment for a 2,500 square foot area. However, through the design process the goal will be to
design a playground efficiently that meets the needs of the community within the smaller
footprint. City staff can apply for future KaBOOM! grants to build another playground at the
Kimball Park Playground site, but there are no guarantees that the City will be awarded the grant.
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt the resolution authorizing 1) the City Manager to sign a Letter of Intent with KaBOOM!
in order to advance the City of National City in the grant selection process to build a new
playground at Kimball Park 2) the City Manager to accept the KaBOOM! grant and execute the
KaBOOM! Community Partner Playground Agreement, if awarded in September 2017.
FISCAL IMPACT
The Engineering and Public Works Department has available funds in account 001-409-500-598-
4133 for the $8,500 payment to KaBOOM! for playground equipment, and available funds in
account 001-416-029-399-0000 for the $3,500 for food, water, tools and music for volunteers
during the design and build process. Donations will be sought for food, water, tools and music to
offset some or all of the $3,500.
Cover Letter and Letter of Intent
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March 17, 2017
Dear applicant:
Congratulations on making it to the third round of the selection process for the Build it with KaBOOM!
playground grant! Before moving your application to the fourth and final step in the process, your
organization will need to submit the following:
• Signed Letter of Intent, which signifies full contract approval by your organization
At this stage in the selection process, KaBOOM! requires all applicants to review and approve the draft
Letter of Agreement (contract). Please have your organization's authorized signatory and any other
necessary parties review and approve the attached contract. Once this has been completed, the
signatory must sign the Letter of Intent indicating that the contract is fully reviewed and approved and
that your organization is prepared to sign an official contract within three business days of being
awarded the Build it with KaBOOM! playground grant.
KaBOOM! cannot recommend your application to the Funding Partner until the contract has been
approved. Please note that signing the Letter of Intent does not guarantee funding or approval.
Rather, we are now able to move you to the final step in the application process.
If you are applying in partnership with one or more organizations, please have each partner sign a
separate Letter of Intent. If you have questions about submitting a Letter of Intent for respective
partners, please contact your Community Outreach representative.
This is a standard form contract and changes cannot be made. However, if your signatory or any other
reviewers have any questions, please direct them to your Community Outreach representative.
We look forward to receiving your signed Letter of Intent.
Sincerely,
Jenn McBarnette, Community Outreach Manager
(0) 202.464.6176 (F) 202.659.0210
kaboom.org
4301 Connecticut Ave. NW. Suite ML-1, Washington, DC 20008 P 202.659.0215 f 202.659.0210 kaboomorg
Cover Letter and Letter of Intent
KaBOOM! Letter of Intent
By signing this document, I understand that if my organization is selected for a KaBOOM! project, my
organization will (please initial each point):
Assume all responsibilities as outlined in the KaBOOM! Community Partner Project Summary
Fundraise $8,500 USD toward the cost of playground equipment
Own and maintain the playground for its lifetime
Provide land and secure all necessary permits for construction of playground
Remove all existing playground equipment currently on site
Perform site preparation resulting in a flat and dirt surface two weeks prior to Build Day of a site
measuring at least 2,500 square feet.
Perform a utility check prior to Design Day and secure all necessary extensions to ensure the utility
check is current through Build Day
Perform a soil test for lead and arsenic within two weeks of Design Day and perform remediation if
necessary
Use Playworld Systems equipment and accept engineered wood fiber safety surfacing
Allow names and logos of KaBOOM! and the Funding Partner to be displayed on permanent playground
signage, measuring 12'/4 inches wide by 30'/4 inches tall
Recruit at least 15 community members, residents, and/or parents to participate in the Design Day and
planning process
Recruit 30 volunteers from the community to participate in two preparation days and recruit 75 volunteers
from the community to participate on Build Day
Provide food, water, tools, a dumpster, and music for volunteers on Build Day
Build the playground through supervised volunteer installation
Accept liability for and maintain the playground upon build completion
Obtain and maintain insurance for the playground and Build Day, and add KaBOOM! and the Funding
Partner as additional insureds for the term described in the contract
Indemnify and hold harmless KaBOOM! and the Funding Partner
Follow KaBOOM! protocol on all media and promotions as outlined in the Corporate Sponsorship Policy
Signing this Letter of Intent signifies that all contract signatories have reviewed the draft contract and
are prepared to sign a final contract within three business days of being awarded a KaBOOM!
playground project. Please ensure that the person authorized to sign contracts signs below.
Legal Name of Organization:
Name and Title of Signatory (please print):
Authorized Signature:
Signatory Mailing Address:
Date:
Contact information for person who should receive KaBOOM! Invoice:
Name:
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COMMUNITY PARTNER PLAYGROUND AGREEMENT
April 25, 2017
KaB00M!, Inc., a Washington, D.C. corporation(referred to herein as KaB00M!) is pleased that the City of National City, a
municipal corporation (referred to herein as the Community Partner) has agreed to collaborate with KaB00M! and «FP»
(referred to herein as the Funding Partner) in the construction of a new playground at Kimball Park, located at 12th
Street & D Avenue, National City, CA 91950 (the "Project"). This Community Partner Playground Agreement (this
"Agreement"), which sets forth the Community Partner's obligations in connection with the Project and certain matters on
which the parties have agreed, will, when executed by the duly authorized representatives of each party, supersede any
prior agreements and represent the complete legally binding agreement between the parties regarding the Project.
1. Obligations of the Community Partner. The Community Partner shall work with KaB00M! and the Funding Partner as
well as community residents to design, plan and build the Project. By executing this Agreement, the Community
Partner is unconditionally agreeing to each of the following obligations, in each case meeting the requirements
provided by KaB00M!:
(a) Fundraising. In support of the Project, the Community Partner must contribute $8,500 to KaB00M!, which will
apply the funds directly to the purchase of playground equipment. KaB00M! will invoice the Community Partner
for such amount promptly following the execution of this Agreement, which amount must be paid in full at least
thirty (30) days prior to the Project's Build Day (as defined below).
(b) Project Site.
(i) Ownership. At the time of execution of this Agreement, the Community Partner shall provide KaB00M! with
proof of land ownership evidenced by either a deed granting title to the property to the Community Partner or
a letter from the property owner showing approval for the Project. The Community Partner is the owner of the
playground in its entirety, for the lifetime of the playground, including the equipment and/or safety surfacing
purchased by KaB00M! and/or the Funding Partner.
(ii) Permits. Prior to Build Day, the Community Partner shall obtain or cause to be obtained all necessary
permits and licenses regarding the installation, possession and use of the playground in compliance with
applicable laws and regulations.
(iii) Preparation. The Community Partner shall ensure that the Project site is safe for volunteers and children,
which responsibility includes: (1) recruiting fifteen (15) adult volunteers to participate in preparation activities
two to three days prior to Build Day;(2) preparing the site for the installation of the Project at least two weeks
before Build Day, which includes removing existing playground equipment, footers and safety surfacing,
grading the land, removing fencing and performing soil tests; (3) conducting up to two (2) utility checks as
reasonably requested by KaB00M! with the appropriate utility companies, with the first test being completed
on or before Design Day (as defined below) and with all utility check documentation provided upon
completion to the KaB00M! project manager who shall supervise the planning and installation of the
playground (the "Project Manager"); and (4) conducting up to two (2) soil site tests as reasonably requested
by KaB00M!, with the first test being completed on or before Design Day and with all soil check
documentation provided to the Project Manager upon completion. The Community Partner is responsible for
undertaking any necessary risk mitigation should the soil be deemed unsafe for children and volunteers.
(iv) Safety and Security. The Community Partner shall ensure the security of equipment, tools, supplies and well
being of the adults and children from the beginning of the preparation activities until the conclusion of Build
Day, including any postponement.
(v) Maintenance. Maintenance of the playground facility and supervision of its use is the sole responsibility of
the Community Partner. The Community Partner shall collaborate with KaB00M! during the Project
planning process to develop a maintenance program for the playground and, with the support of the property
owner (if owner is a separate party), shall maintain the playground and the property before and after the Build
Day to ensure a safe and attractive playspace. In furtherance of the foregoing, in the event any
playground equipment included in the Project no longer is permitted for any reason to be located at its
original site of construction or such site is no longer controlled by the Community Partner for any reason,
then the Community Partner promptly shall notify KaBOOM! following its becoming aware of such situation
and shall, at the Community Partner's sole cost and expense, take such steps as may be necessary
to promptly and safely relocate the playground equipment (including any permanent signage and other
fixtures) to an altemate site that serves children or to ensure that the successor controlling person of such
site shall continue to make such playground available to children in the same manner contemplated as of the
Build Day and maintain (or permit the Community Partner to maintain) such playground in accordance with
the maintenance program. In addition, the Community Partner shall accept and maintain engineered wood
fiber as playground safety surfacing, meeting standards established by Consumer Product Safety
Commission guidelines, for the lifetime of the playground. Guidance and materials for the purpose of
developing a maintenance plan for the playground are available, upon request, from the playground
equipment and safety surfacing manufacturers, including Playworld Systems, Inc.
(c) Design Day. The Community Partner agrees to host a KaBOOM!-facilitated "Design Day" with at least twenty
(20) adult volunteers and twenty (20) children. Such adult volunteers shall remain engaged in the planning
activities throughout the Project's planning process.
(d) Build Day. The Community Partner shall recruit «Volunteers» adult volunteers from the community to participate
in a one -day installation event for the Project, which is scheduled to occur on «BD_» and which is referred to
herein as the Build Day. The Community Partner shall ensure that all volunteers sign a waiver. On the Build
Day, the Community Partner shall provide food, water, tools, dumpsters, music and restroom facilities for all
volunteers.
(e) Promotion; Intellectual Property. The Community Partner shall seek prior approval from KaBOOM! and/or the
Funding Partner for any materials that reference the Project or contain the name, trademarks, service marks,
logos and other intellectual property (collectively, and together with all goodwill attached or which shall become
attached to any of the them, the "Marks") of KaBOOM! and/or the Funding Partner, including press releases, fliers
and promotional materials. The Community Partner acknowledges and agrees that each of KaBOOM! and the
Funding Partner is the sole owner of all right, title and interest in and to its respective Marks. The parties
acknowledge that KaBOOM! and the Funding Partner may take all steps to protect their Marks as they deem
appropriate. Any use of the Marks will inure to the sole benefit of KaBOOM! or the Funding Partner (as
applicable). The Community Partner shall not use the Marks in any manner that would harm the reputation of
KaBOOM! or the Funding Partner or disparage or negatively reflect upon the Marks. Upon expiration of or
termination of this Agreement for any reason, the Community Partner shall cease all use of the Marks. The
Community Partner shall collaborate with KaBOOM! and the Funding Partner to secure media coverage for the
Project. Community Partner is subject to the California Public Records Act (see Government Code Section 6251
et. seq.), and this Section 1(e) is not intended to impede or impair Community Partner's requirements or
obligations under that Act.
Signaqe. The Community Partner shall allow the names and logos of KaBOOM! and the Funding Partner to be
displayed on permanent playground signage, which shall be substantially in the form provided to the Community
Partner during the application process and shall be 12'/4 inches wide by 303/4 inches tall and mounted on poles
in a mutually agreed location.
Playground Costs. The Community Partner is solely responsible for and shall hold KaBOOM! and the Funding
Partner harmless from any costs incurred by the Community Partner for any prior site preparation, upgrades or
improvements or any equipment or materials purchased to supplement those secured by KaBOOM!.
(h) Warranty. The playground equipment and the safety -surfacing related to the Project may be covered under
warranty by the applicable manufacturers, a copy of which may be obtained, upon request, from such
manufacturers. The Community Partner acknowledges that any warranties and/or guarantees on any equipment
or material are subject to the respective manufacturer's terms thereof, and the Community Partner agrees to look
solely to such manufacturers for any such warranty and/or guarantee. Neither KaBOOM! nor the Funding
Partner nor any of their respective affiliates, directors, officers, managers, partners, members, shareholders,
(f)
(g)
(i)
Indemnification. Except as is expressly prohibited by law, the Community Partner shall indemnify and hold
harmless KaBOOM!, the Funding Partner and their respective affiliates, directors, officers, managers,
partners, members, shareholders, employees, agents and representatives from any and all losses, liabilities,
claims, actions, fees and expenses (including interest and penalties due and payable with respect thereto
and reasonable attorneys' and accountants' fees and any other reasonable out-of-pocket expenses incurred
in investigating, preparing, defending or settling any action), including any of the foregoing arising under,
out of or in connection with any breach of this Agreement, any actions associated with this Project or
resulting from the use of any playground property and equipment, including those for personal injury,
death, or property damage, except to the extent resulting from the gross negligence or willful misconduct of
such indemnified person. This provision shall survive any termination or expiration of this Agreement.
(j) Data and Reporting Requirements. The Community Partner shall (i) promptly following the confirmation of the
Project, distribute one or more play -related surveys provided by KaBOOM! to its stakeholders, including
parents/caregivers, volunteers, staff and board members, (ii) cause members of its planning committee to
complete a post -build survey provided by KaBOOM! within 2 weeks from the Build Day and a 6-month survey
provided by KaBOOM! within 7 months from the Build Day.
2. Obligations of KaBOOM!.
(a) Playground Build. KaBOOM! shall provide technical and organizational leadership and guidance for the Project
and shall:
(i)
employees, agents or representatives, have made nor are in any manner responsible or liable for any
representation, warranty or guarantee, express or implied, in fact or in law, relative to any equipment or material,
including its quality, mechanical condition or fitness for a particular purpose.
Insurance. The Community Partner (or such other appropriate entity to which KaBOOM! consents in writing) shall
obtain and maintain from no less than seven (7) days prior to the Build Day and through the first anniversary of
the Build Day, commercial general liability insurance (providing coverage against liability for bodily injury, death
and property damage that may arise out of or be based upon the use of the playground) with a limit of not less
than one million dollars ($1,000,000) per occurrence. The Community Partner shall also obtain and maintain
worker's compensation insurance policies with statutory limits for the state in which the work is performed for
their volunteer employees. Within seven (7) days from execution of this Agreement, the Community Partner
shall provide to KaBOOM! a copy of a certificate from its insurer indicating the nature, scope, duration and
amount of insurance coverage, and naming KaBOOM! and the Funding Partner as additional insureds under
such policy, which insurance shall be primary over any other insurance covering KaBOOM! and the Funding
Partner and which policy shall provide that KaBOOM! and the Funding Partner be given at least thirty (30) days
prior written notice of any change or cancellation of coverage.
(i)
Coordinate Funding Partner participation, facilitate playground design, including regular planning meetings,
and work with vendors to procure equipment and materials in a timely manner, except to the extent that
safety surfacing other than engineered wood fiber is used, which shall be procured by the Community
Partner.
(ii) Manage construction logistics for the Project, coordinate playground site preparation activities with the
Community Partner, inventory equipment and materials, and assure that the necessary tools and materials
and other general supplies are available on the Build Day.
(iii) Lead the Build Day activities, including the coordination of Build Day captains and volunteers.
(iv) Make available certain educational and promotional materials related to the Project.
(b) Inspection. KaBOOM!, in collaboration with the Community Partner, will secure a Certified Playground Safety
Inspector to review the playground structure at the conclusion of the Build Day (or, if KaBOOM! assumes
responsibility for the playground construction going beyond one day, at the conclusion of the installation) to
ensure that the structure is safe and built to all appropriate standards and guidelines, unless the Build Day is not
completed on the Build Day due to failure of the Community Partner, in which case the Community Partner shall
secure the Certified Playground Safety Inspector.
(c) Promotion. KaBOOM! will provide proposed promotional materials relating to the Project for the Community
Partner's review and approval, which approval shall not be unreasonably withheld or delayed.
(d) Website Listing. KaBOOM! will place the playground on its list of KaBOOM! builds on the KaBOOM! website and
KaBOOM! will send information to the Community Partner on playground maintenance programming and
enhancements.
(e) Post -Build Day. The Community Partner shall (i) within one week following the Build Day, complete and submit a
Post Build Report, in the form to be made available by KaBOOM!, and (ii) shall use its commercially reasonable
efforts to provide, and otherwise shall cooperate in good faith with KaBOOM! regarding obtaining, such other
information related to the Project as KaBOOM! from time to time may request.
3. Build Day Postponement. The Build Day shall not be postponed except when weather or other conditions jeopardize
the safety of the volunteers or threaten the structural integrity of the playground. The decision to postpone the Build
Day will be made by majority agreement of the representatives of KaBOOM!, the Community Partner and the Funding
Partner, except where such decision must be made by KaBOOM! on the construction site and representatives of the
Community Partner and the Funding Partner are not available for consultation. In the event that the Build Day is
postponed, KaBOOM!, the Community Partner and the Funding Partner shall develop a plan for rescheduling the
Build Day at the next earliest date possible for each party. The Funding Partner shall be responsible for all additional
expenses related to the rescheduled Build Day, including, without limitation, equipment, labor and materials, storage
and travel costs and expenses; provided, however, that the Funding Partner shall be notified of the estimated amount
of such additional expenses in connection with rescheduling of the Build Day. Notwithstanding the foregoing, in the
event that the date of the Build Day is cancelled or changed as a result of the Community Partner's failure to satisfy its
obligations in connection with the Project, then the Community Partner shall be liable to KaBOOM! and the Funding
Partner for all such additional expenses related to the rescheduled Build Day.
4. Funding Partner Relations. KaBOOM! has a separate contract with the Funding Partner pursuant to which the
Funding Partner has agreed to provide financial and human resources for the Project. in recognition of the Funding
Partner's contribution of such resources, the Funding Partner shall receive first placement on any recognition
materials developed for the Project, including playground signage, banners, T-shirts, press releases, website and
newsletter stories, and flyers, and the Community Partner shall not solicit sponsors or donors in relation to the Project
whose products or services directly compete with the products or services of the Funding Partner as identified to the
Community Partner by KaBOOM! and/or the Funding Partner. In the event the Community Partner solicits other
sponsors or donors, then the Community Partner shall not permit such sponsors or donors to compete with the
Funding Partner for signage and sponsorship recognition.
5. Termination. In the event that the Community Partner fails to make the payments required under Section 1(a) or
otherwise breaches this Agreement, KaBOOM! may terminate this Agreement upon written notice to the Community
Partner of such termination. Furthermore, if either party is delayed or prevented from fulfilling any of its obligations
hereunder by any cause beyond its reasonable control, including acts of God, acts or omissions of civil or military
authorities, fire, strike, flood, riot, act of terrorism, war, transportation delay, or inability due to such causes to obtain
required labor, materials or facilities, such party shall not be liable hereunder for such delay or failure and either party
may terminate this Agreement if the other is unable to perform any obligation hereunder for a period longer than ten
(10) calendar days due to such force majeure event, in which case KaBOOM! shall refund to the Community Partner
any amounts paid to KaBOOM!, less expenses already committed and/or incurred prior to the date of such termination.
If, upon termination as provided herein, the sum due KaBOOM! the by Community Partner exceeds the
sum paid to KaBOOM! hereunder, the Community Partner shall pay KaBOOM! for any such additional sum due upon
presentation of appropriate documentation within thirty (30) days of invoice. Except as set forth above, upon any
termination, this Agreement shall become void and have no effect, and no party shall have any liability to the other
party, except that nothing herein will relieve any party from liability for any intentional breach of this Agreement prior to
such termination.
6. General Provisions. The Community Partner represents to KaBOOM! that all information provided by it to KaBOOM!,
including in the Playground Profile Application, is true, correct and complete in all respects and does not omit any
information relevant to the Project. Each party has all requisite power and authority, including any necessary approval
by its governing body, to execute and deliver this Agreement, and to perform its obligations hereunder. This Agreement
may not be assigned or transferred by either party without the prior written consent of the other party hereto. This
Agreement shall inure to the benefit of and be binding upon the parties hereto, their respective successors and permitted
assigns, and where expressly stated, their affiliates and representatives. This Agreement shall be governed by and
construed under the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflicts of laws principles to the extent that the
application of the laws of another jurisdiction would be required thereby. This Agreement may be altered, modified or
amended only by a written document signed by both parties. This Agreement may be executed in two or more
counterparts, each of which shall be an original and all of which, when taken together, shall constitute the same
agreement and may be delivered by facsimile or electronic mail transmission with the same force and effect as if originally
executed copies hereof were delivered. Any notices required or permitted to be given hereunder shall be sent by certified
or registered United States mail, postage prepaid, by personal delivery addressed to the applicable party or by facsimile
or electronic mail transmission (the receipt of which is confirmed) at the address set forth under such party's signature
below. The Funding Partner shall be an intended third party beneficiary of Sections 1(b), (e), (f), (g), (h), (i) and (j) and
Sections 2(b), 3, 4 and 6 of this Agreement and is entitled to enforce its rights under such sections as if it were a party to
this Agreement.
By executing this Community Partner Playground Agreement where indicated below, each of KaBOOM! and the
Community Partner agrees, as of the date identified above, to be legally bound by all of the terms and provisions set forth
above.
The City of National City, a
municipal corporation
By:
Name: «Signatory_1»
Title: «Sig_1_Title»
KaBOOM!, Inc.
By:
Name: Gerry Megas
Title: Chief Financial Officer
Address:
Address: 4301 Connecticut Ave. NW, Suite ML-1
«S1_Address» Washington, DC 20008
T: «S1_Phone» T: (202) 464- 6180
«S1_Fax» F: (202) 659-0210
e-mail: «S1_Email» e-mail: gmegasankaboom.orq
«CP_2»
« Signatory_2»
«Sig_2_Title»
«S2 Address»
«S2_Phone»
«S2_Fax»
«S2 Email»
Contact information for the person who should receive KaBOOM! invoices:
Name: «Invoice_Name» Telephone number: «Invoice_Phone»
Mailing Address: Email: «Invoice Email»
«Invoice Address»
«Invoice Fax»
KaBOOM! Project Summary
Build it with KaBOOM! Project Summary
play matters for all kids
KaBOOM! is the national non-profit dedicated to the bold goal
of ensuring that all children, particularly the 16 million American
children living in poverty, get the balance of active play they need
to become healthy and successful adults. KaBOOM! creates and
catalyzes great places to play, inspires, empowers and leads play
advocates, and educates and elevates the societal conversation
about the importance of play in children's lives. KaBOOM! has
been a powerful champion for play since its founding in 1996,
working with partners to build, improve and open more than
15,000 playgrounds, engage more than 1,000,000 volunteers and
serve more than 6,600,000 children.
Contents
Who's Who I Getting to Know the PLAYers
Proiect Timeline
Site Preparation & Construction
Administrative & Legal Responsibilities
Community Engagement 1 The Planning Committee
KaBOOM! Corporate Sponsorship Policy
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KaBOOMI Project Summary
Who's Who I Getting to Know the PLAYers
KaBOOM!
The Community Outreach team at KaBOOM! is responsible for screening and guiding
applicants for playground projects through the selection process and ultimately preparing
organization/s for a community -led play space project. KaBOOM! will:
Pair partners with a certified playground safety inspector Project Manager & Installer
Provide coaching and guidance for approximately 8 — 10 weeks of project planning
Facilitate Design Day in person, leading discussion around community building
Facilitate Build Week in person, serving as a liaison between partners and vendors
Support community's relationship with a sponsor, also known as a Funding Partner
Offer tools and mentorship from our growing Plavmaker Network for the community
Community Partner ( That's You!
A Community Partner can be one or several child -serving non -profits serving a high need
population in need of a safe place for children to play. We look for Community Partners who
have a "Can Do" spirit, are prepared to take on the roles and responsibilities involved in
completing a community -built playground project. Community Partners will:
Build playspace that includes 2500 square foot playground with enhancement projects
Form a committee of 10 — 15 community members working as a team on project planning
Develop meaningful relationships to support community -build planning process
Own or attain permission to build on available land
Complete necessary site preparation
Assume insurance, maintenance, and liability of the new play space
Research and secure any necessary permits required locally to build play space
Contribute a cash contribution towards the cost of equipment
Host Design Day and Build Week
Funding Partner I The Sponsor
KaBOOM! has worked with more than 200 Funding Partners over the past 18 years to build
more than 2,400 playgrounds, creating places to play for an estimated 6.6 million children.
Many of our Funding Partners want to make an impact in specific geographic areas, such as
where they are based or have a local office, so they designate the city they would like to build
in and provide insight into the type of Community Partner with whom they are hoping to work.
Funding Partners will:
Generously donate the majority of funds needed for the playground project
Select their Community Partner for the play space project
Commit volunteers to help build the playground alongside community volunteers
Establish a relationship with their KaBOOM! Community Partner
Support our collective vision to promote and protect play through their networks
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KaBOOM! Project Summary
Project Timeline
Confirming Selection
Each Build It with KaBOOM! opportunity is extremely competitive. In order to consider potential
organizations, KaBOOM! requires the submission of several key documents before the
application is considered complete (see Administrative & Legal). When a Community Partner is
selected by a Funding Partner, the general timeline between notifying Community Partner of
their selection and meeting the Project Manager and Funding Partner is two weeks, although in
some cases it may be more or less. During this time, selected partners) will want to mobilize
all that expressed interest in their involvement.
Design Day'
The official kick off ...this is where the fun begins.
It is when we give the true play experts —the
kids —a chance to tell us what they would like to
see on their new playground. Design Day is also
the time to rally the community, get them
committed to joining the planning committee and
ask for their input on the playground design.
Site
Walk
1 hr 2+ hrs
Youth Community
Portion Meeting
Site Walk The purpose of the site walk is to familiarize the Project Manager with the
site for the new playground with key representatives of the Construction committee and
those knowledgeable about site preparation, applicable permitting, and installation
decisions.
Youth Portion I This energetic and heartwarming session is where children will be
asked to draw and present their dream play spaces! A minimum of 20 children from the
direct community and/or served by the partnering organization(s) must be present.
Community Meeting l At least 20 adults should participate in this "town hall" type
meeting, with the central goal of Design Day being to finalize a planning committee.
Participants should be interested in taking on responsibility during the entire process.
Build Week
Prep Day 1
cci 30
volunteers
8 am - 5 pm
Prep Day 2
30
volunteers
8 am - 5 pm
Build Day
200 - 250
volunteers
8 am - 3 prr
Prep Day volunteers take care of various jobs
(unloading playground equipment, cutting
lumber for enhancement projects, priming walls
for murals, etc.). It is not always necessary to use
both Prep Days if everything is accomplished on
Prep Day 1, but you should be prepared to
recruit for both days. Build Day typically runs
from an 8 am arrival on site to a 3 pm ribbon
cutting ceremony. Volunteers should plan to
stay for the duration of the day.
Following Design Day, the Project Manager will submit the community's wish list to Playworld Systems. Playworld's designers will
produce three (3) custom designs and the community will be responsible for picking the winning design.
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KaBOOM! Project Summary
Site Preparation & Construction
Construction Committee
The goal of this team is to prepare the site for the build and get the tools and materials needed
as introduced during outreach and implemented during the planning process.
1. Site preparation - The Community Partner is responsible
for the completion of site preparation. The entire
playground footprint must be prepared to a flat, dirt surface
with no more than a 2% grade and any existing playground
equipment within this footprint must be removed. Different
ground surfacing involves alternative preparation
expectations that would be discussed during screening.
Test holes will be requested by the Project Manager to get
a sense for the challenges around hole digging. This must
all be completed at least two weeks before Build Day.
2. Soil Testing - If selected, The Community Partner must have the soil tested of proposed
playground site for levels of lead and arsenic prior to the Design Day. Partners may identify
the lab of choice as long as they test for lead and arsenic. Past Community Partners have
used the following company with success: testamericainc.com/locations/locationmap.htm.
It is the community partners' responsibility to have the results analyzed according to local
standards to see if the levels are acceptable. If levels are too high, it is the Community
Partner's responsibility to remediate the soil appropriately.
3. Utility Check - If selected, the Community Partner must have public and private utility
checks completed. The public utility check should be a free service from utility providers.
The first check must happen right after a site is selected and completed by Design Day so
any utility lines that will affect the design of the playground can be taken identified when the
playground is designed. It is the responsibility of the Community Partner to extend the
utility check to cover the Build Week, when holes will be dug for the playground.
4. Signage - A sign welcoming visitors to the playground will be installed near the entrance of
the playground. The Welcome Sign is two-sided and measures 30.25 inches by 12.25
inches. The language on the sign will include the appropriate age range of the playground
as decided by the Community Partner as well as the organization's logo(s) and the logos of
KaBOOM! and the Funding Partner.
5. Tools - The community is collectively responsible for providing the tools necessary for the
Prep Days and Build Day. We encourage communities to find ways to gather the required
tools through lending and by involving other community groups or members in the project,
saving the cost of purchasing the tools. Some cities have public tool banks, which is a great
place to start.
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Sample Tool List & Sample Pictures
Wheelbarrows (15)
Spade shovels (30)
Rock/metal rakes (30)
Digging bars (2 - 3)
Manual post hole diggers (5)
Cement (or garden) hoes (15)
Garden hoses (2 - 3) with Spray Nozzles
Power Strips/Cord Splitters (5)
Pop Up Tents (4)
Skid Steer (1)
Metal Rakes
6' & 8' Step Ladders (2 - 3 each)
4 Ib. Mini Sledge & 8 Ib. Sledge Hammers (2 each)
Claw Hammers (10)
Tamps (3)
Corded Drills (10+)
Cordless Drills with Chargers (5+)
25' & 100' Extension Cords (5 each)
Garbage Cans (3-5)
Tables (15) & Chairs (60)
12" & 18" Auger Bits
Cement Mortar Hoes
Manual Post Hole Diggers Digging Bar
12" Miter Saw
Spade Shovels
Wheelbarrows
Tam p
Drills (Cordless / Corded) 6' & 8' Step Ladders
Sample Enhancement Projects
Work with a KaBOOM! Project Manager to identify projects that will transform your outdoor
space for community gatherings and activities. More examples can be found on our website.
Mendocino Bench
Picnic Tables
Wooden Shade Structure Asphalt Games / Painting
Planter Bench
Gardening
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KaBOOMI Project Summary
Administrative & Legal Responsibilities
1. Community Partner Agreement — KaBOOM! requires potential Community Partner(s) to
review and approve the draft Community Partner Agreement by any legal or board review,
before moving ahead in the competitive application process. Referred to as a Letter of
Agreement (LOA), we cannot fully consider any organization until this document has been
reviewed and approved by all necessary parties. You do not need to fill out the template.
Please direct any questions or comments to your Community Outreach team member
immediately.
2. Land Ownership — Community Partners must provide either proof of land ownership (a
copy of the deed, tax records, or a property survey) or a copy of their current lease and a
Letter of Permission from the landowner. KaBOOM! will provide the template letter in the
latter case.
3. Insurance — Community Partners must be able to provide insurance for the playground
amounting to one million dollars in commercial liability insurance or equivalent, as well as
add KaBOOM! and the Funding Partner as `additional insured' parties for the Build Week
and one year thereafter. Proof of insurance must be submitted to KaBOOM! 30 days prior
to the Build Day. Insurance is not required to be in place until Build Week. For self -insured
entities, the self-insurance must be primary for the same amount of time. It is imperative
that applicants check in with their insurance broker to ensure this can be completed.
4. Permitting — Community Partners must determine whether or not they need a permit to
build a playground at the proposed site. Identifying the process for obtaining and ultimately
obtaining a permit (if applicable) can be time consuming; it is important to understand
these requirements during the selection process, so that KaBOOM! and the community
partner can meet timelines required by any applicable permit. Prior to the KaBOOM! Build
Day, securing a permit is the sole responsibility of the Community Partner.
5. Community Contribution — Community Partners are responsible for raising a financial
contribution of $8,500 for the project, which may be raised using a combination of existing
funds, grassroots fundraising and local business support.2 This cash contribution is due to
KaBOOM! 30 days before the Build Day and goes directly toward the playground
equipment costs.
6. Playground Surfacing — Build it with KaBOOM! Grants include Engineered Wood Fiber
(EWF). EWF is safe and ADA compliant under play structures, as long as it is regularly raked
to an even, deep distribution. Community Partners interested in alternative forms of safety
surfacing are responsible for fully securing the funds for site preparation, completing site
preparation in advance, purchase, and installation of alternative safety surfacing.
2 KaBOOM! encourages Community Partners to reach out to local organizations for support, but please be aware that KaBOOM!
enforces a Corporate Sponsorship Policy which we ask all Community Partners to abide by to ensure that the Funding Partner
receives primary acknowledgement and that no competitors of the Funding Partner are solicited for support.
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Community Engagement I The Planning Committee
Planning Committee3
Committee Chairs and the Planning Committee make up the core of every KaBOOM! project. If
selected, Community Partners are responsible for identifying Chairs and recruiting 10-15
committed individuals who will drive the project forward to ensure success, as well as focusing
on the lasting impact the project can have on the community. Planning Committee members
should be available to participate in a one -hour weekly conference call with the Funding
Partner and KaBOOM! Project Manager as well as commit to time in-between calls to fulfill
responsibilities.
A toolkit with resources for all planning committee teams can be found on our website, erE.
The Planning Committee will be broken down into the following Leaders & Teams
Main Points of Contact / Committee Chairs
Champion community engagement throughout the process
Track & celebrate the community's accomplishments on a weekly basis
Play Chair
Identifies a volunteer to lead a playful warm-up during Build Day kick-off
Develop ways for children to participate in the project from the beginning to the end
Teach & mentor youth about volunteerism & instilling ownership of the playground
Facilitate play activities into the planning process build day and post -build
Criteria: creative, responsible and good with children
We've heard from our alumni that there is significant impact made on the individual child who is
a part of the planning and implementation of a KaBOOM! project. Ideas for encouraging and
supporting youth involvement are available on our website.
Recruitment Team
Helps recruit 30 volunteers on Prep Day 1 and Prep Day 2
Helps recruit and track anywhere from 75 — 200 community volunteers for Build Day
At least half of the volunteers should be community members, residents, and/or parents
Secures a sound system with mic to play music and make announcements during build day
Identifies a photographer and/or videographer to document Build Day
Fundraising Team
By contributing to the project financially, the community gains greater ownership of their
playground and this helps ensure long term care and maintenance.
Prepares a solicitation letter and distributes to potential community supporters
Hosts fundraising events that encourages broad community support and contribution
Tracks donations and submits payment of $8,500 to KaBOOM! in a timely fashion
3 At least 50% of the Planning Committee must be non -staff, including parents, grandparents or guardians of children served by
the partnering organization, as well as interested residents and community members.
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Food Team
This team will build new relationships and help shine a Tight on the project and the great work
communities are doing with businesses that are a part of the community.
Feeds volunteers a healthy and easy to serve breakfast & lunch all 3 days of build week
Provides healthy snacks & beverages to keep volunteers hydrated all 3 days of build week
Develops a plan for serving, distributing, and cleaning up a designated food area
Ensures that there are suitable vegetarian options
Logistics Team
Secures a storage area to store the equipment once it is delivered4
Ensures restrooms are accessible for volunteers
Identifies running water & electrical sources for build week
Secures a 40 cubic yard dumpster and recycling container
Knowledgeable about what debris from Build Day can be recycled or reused
Develops a plan for on -site safety
Secures a First Aid/CPR certified volunteer for each day of build week
PR Team
This team will be responsible for presenting this project to the community at large and to
volunteers on Build Day.
Participates in a PR specific call approximately 2 weeks after Design Day
Generates press, publicity and social media materials announcing the project
All materials must be sent to your KaBOOM! Project Manager prior to distribution
KaBOOM! Corporate Sponsorship Policy
Please be aware that KaBOOM! has a Corporate Sponsorship Policy that all Community
Partners must abide by to ensure that contributions from the Funding Partner are appropriately
acknowledged:
Volunteers recruited from organizations or companies should be in groups of 10 or less
No branded clothing or signage from groups other than the Community and Funding Partner may be worn during build week
Volunteers cannot wear any hats, shirts, buttons, etc. identifying them as part of another group or organization
Only the Funding Partner, Community Partner and KaBOOM! will have permanent signage or recognition on the project site
Community Partners cannot solicit support from direct competitors of the Funding Partner
If a restaurant donates food, they may include menus or cards on the serving table
Other organizations and companies may be thanked by making one large banner recognizing all project supporters
4 In most cases, the KaBOOM! project budget can cover the expense of a temporary storage container, its delivery and pick-up
from site.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2017 —
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A LETTER OF INTENT
WITH KABOOM! IN ORDER TO ADVANCE THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY
IN THE GRANT SELECTION PROCESS TO BUILD A NEW PLAYGROUND
AT KIMBALL PARK, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ACCEPT
THE KABOOM! GRANT, AND TO EXECUTE THE KABOOM! COMMUNITY
PARTNER PLAYGROUND AGREEMENT, IF AWARDED IN SEPTEMBER 2017
WHEREAS, the playground equipment currently in place at Kimball Park has
reached the end of its useful life and has been identified by City staff as a priority for
replacement; and
WHEREAS, KaBOOM! is a national non-profit organization dedicated to
providing kids a childhood filled with balanced and active play by creating great places to play,
inspiring communities to promote and support play, and driving the national discussion about
the importance of play in fostering healthy and productive lives; and
WHEREAS, National City has been selected as a final round applicant for this
year's KaBOOM! Grant that will provide funds for the design of the playground at Kimball Park
through workshops involving City staff, youth, and adults; replace the current aging playground
equipment with new playground equipment; and will support a community event to build the
playground; and
WHEREAS, in order to continue in the selection process the City must sign a
Letter of Intent that signifies full approval of the Community Partner Playground Agreement, the
assumption of all responsibilities as outlined in the KaBOOM! Community Partner Project
Summary, and commitment to pay KaBOOM! $8,500 that will be applied to playground
equipment; and
WHEREAS, the City would need to provide food, water, tools, and music for
volunteers during the design and build process, at an estimated cost of $3,500, but will work
with local service clubs and businesses to secure donations to help offset that cost.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of
National City hereby authorizes the City Manager to execute a Letter of Intent with KaBOOM! to
advance the City of National City in the grant selection process for grant funds for the
improvement of the playground at Kimball Park.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council authorizes the City Manager
to accept the KaBOOM! grant and execute the KaBOOM! Community Partner Playground
Agreement, if awarded in September 2017.
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Resolution No. 2017 —
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PASSED and ADOPTED this 2nd day of May, 2017.
Ron Morrison, Mayor
ATTEST:
Michael R. Dalla, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Angil P. Morris -Jones
City Attorney