Project at a Glance
The original construction page contained important numbers, but they were buried in large blocks of text. This version pulls the key facts forward first, then lets the reader explore the details.
Funding: Build First building , Then Operate
The plan separates construction funding from ongoing operations. Construction begins after the base project amount is collected, while additional funds are reserved for furniture, equipment, and opening needs.
Who Runs the Project?
Each village would be led by a different nonprofit. The single nonprofit raises the funds, participates during construction, and then takes responsibility for daily operations once a building is completed.
During fundraising and design
The nonprofit raises funds for its individual village, receives 7 percent of the donations to provide for the next eight years, to perform assigned duties, and hires the Architect to begin the plans, which is paid out of an alocation of funds other than the nonprofit budget. The nonprofit needs to place a complete scope of work contract for California State Licenced contractors to place a sealed bid on the project. Funds for the Non-Profit are available, to purchase a Motel to build up the staff while they are waiting to move into Building A which may take up to eight years.
During construction
The nonprofit remains present during the construction phase, preparing for building openings, furnishing apartments, and organizing the first-floor space in Building A.
Building B and C, first floors will be designated as ADA housing Apartments.
After each building opens
Once the construction phase is complete, day-to-day operations become the nonprofit’s responsibility. Sponsors would provide continuing operational support, estimated at approximately $60 million for the first year.
The Construction Sequence
Phase A: Grading, steaking, trenching, and first-floor slab
The first step is leveling the land, staking the property, preparing underground utilities, and forming the first-floor slab.
Phase B: First floor walls and second floor slab
Building stairs, providing Utilities to each floor above.
Phase C: Continue raising the 2nd floor A walls and upper floor to the fifth floor
Provide each stair space, elevator shaft, and utility runs verticaly.
Phase D: Continue raising the 3rd to 5th floor walls and floors
Provide each stair space, elevator shaft, and utility runs vertical to the fifth floor.
Phase E: Fifth Floor walls
Building stairs, providing Utilities to each floor above.
Phase F: Fifth Floor roof
Provide the roof for Bldg A.
Phase G: Seal up the exteriof of the building
Install windows and exterior doors locks and hardware.
Phase H: Work on the interior of the building
Install all the interior ammenidies; lighting systens, Internet and Cable wiring, HVAC units, Bedroom closets, Kitchen and bathroom fixtures, Washer and dryer hookups, as well as fire sprinklers, water supply and drain and sewer systems, throughout the building.