Reso AA GuidePresented ByCapital Management Division NYCSCA2020 20211The School Construction AuthorityWho We AreThe School Construction Authoritys SCA mission is to design and construct safe attracti ID: 861613
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1 âReso Aâ Resolution A Program: A Gui
âReso Aâ Resolution A Program: A Guide Presented By: Capital Management Division, NYCSCA 2020 - 2021 1 The School Construction Authority Who We Are The School Construction Authority's (SCA) mission is to design and construct safe, attractive and environmentally sound public schools for children throughout the many communities of New York City. We are dedicated to building and modernizing schools in a responsib
2 le, cost - effective manner while achie
le, cost - effective manner while achieving the highest standards of excellence in safety, quality and integrity. 2 3 What Is The Resolution A Program? ï Established through the New York City Charter under Section 243 and 245. ï Each year, during the budget process, Borough Presidents and Council Members assign discretionary funds to capital projects to meet local needs and fill gaps in City Agency projects, w
3 hich is also called âResolution A,
hich is also called âResolution A, ( Reso A).â ï Some NYC Capital Funds are allocated to schools from Borough Presidents or New York City Council Members for enhancements and improvements to school buildings. ï Schools apply to their elected officials for funding for specific projects. ï The SCA receives and manages the allocated funding on behalf of the school. In certain cases, other agencies may implement
4 projects. They include: Division of I
projects. They include: Division of Instructional and Information Technology (DIIT), Division of School Facilities (DSF), Trust for Public Land (TPL). 4 What Is Participatory Budgeting? ï Participatory Budgeting is a democratic process in which community members directly decide how to spend part of the Reso A capital budget. ï Council Members and/or Borough Presidents use Participatory Budgeting to decide how to
5 spend a certain amount of their Reso A C
spend a certain amount of their Reso A Capital Discretionary funding. 5 Typical Reso A Projects Athletic Field Gymnasium Upgrade Science Lab Bathroom Upgrade Auditorium Renovation Supplemental Cooling Capital Eligibility Requirements As per the Cityâs Office of Management and Budget ï All grants must be a minimum of $50,000. ï Capital construction projects must provide a permanent enhancement to the facility. ï
6 All equipment must have a minimum lifes
All equipment must have a minimum lifespan of five years. ï Technology grants must be used to purchase desktop computers, laptops, Smart Boards , printers, and tablets (iPads/Chromebooks). 6 7 Projects That Are Not Eligible for Reso A ï Window air conditioning units ï Library books ï Loose furniture: desks, chairs, cafeteria tables, bookshelves ï Photocopiers ï Software ï Toner cartridges and other te
7 chnology based supplies ï Staffing and
chnology based supplies ï Staffing and After School Programs 8 About Resolution A Project Budgets ï Project budgets are set by the amount of funding allocated by the elected official. ï In instances where a project is underfunded, the SCA and school will discuss the options of moving forward with a reduced scope or the school can attempt to secure additional funding to cover the estimated cost of the project.
8 ï SCA managed construction projects ha
ï SCA managed construction projects have 25% soft costs applied to each construction project, which includes scope, design, contingency, and construction management. ï Ultimately, NYC Office of Management and Budget (OMB) releases funding to the SCA â not to the schoolâs Galaxy account. ï Larger projects, such as athletic field renovations, can and have been funded over the course of multiple fiscal years.
9 9 Budget Timeline Timeframe Budget Act
9 Budget Timeline Timeframe Budget Activities January - March Elected officials contact schools to identify potential projects May - June City budget negotiations and adoption of the Cityâs budget which includes new school projects July 1st Start of the new Fiscal Year Summer Schools notified of awards from Elected Officials July - September Review and creation of newly funded school projects October - November SCA
10 receives final budget authorization fro
receives final budget authorization from the Office of Management and Budget Late Fall (November/December) SCA begins project scope and design process and schools are contacted by their project team. Notices for fulfilling Technology projects are published in the Principalsâ Weekly. 10 Average Cost and Timeframe Estimates Project Type Low * High * Average Months for Delivery after release of funds Auditorium Upgrad
11 e $ 500,000 $ 2,500,000 22 Seating a
e $ 500,000 $ 2,500,000 22 Seating and Floor * $ 550,000 $ 1,000,000 Curtains * $ 150,000 $ 400,000 Audio / Visual Tech $ 100,000 $ 300,000 Gymnasium Upgrade** $ 400,000 $ 750,000 20 Wall padding * $ 35,000 $ 70,000 Refinished Basketball Court $ 100,000 $ 300,000 Replaced Basketball Court $ 200,000 $ 600,000 Library $ 500,000 $ 1,500,000 20 Science Lab Upgrade $ 1,000,000 $ 2,000,000 24 * Costs are dep
12 endent upon grade level and size **Does
endent upon grade level and size **Does not include locker room renovations or conversions *** Many schools are not viable candidates for these projects due to building infrastructure . Please contact the SCA before applying for funding for a green roof project. 11 Average Cost and Timeframe Estimates Continued Project Type Low * High * Average Months for Delivery after release of funds New Science Lab $ 2,500,000 $
13 3,000,000 24 Elementary School $ 500,
3,000,000 24 Elementary School $ 500,000 $ 1,000,000 Playground $ 600,000 $ 1,500,000 20 Security Cameras $ 550,000 $ 1,000,000 18 Mobile Science Carts $ 62,000 $ 80,000 6 Culinary Arts Room $ 2,000,000 $ 3,000,000 24 Green Roofs *** $ 5,000,000 $ 7,000,000 24 Supplemental Cooling for PS/IS $ 750,000 $ 1,200,000 24 Public Assembly Space *Costs are dependent upon grade level and size **Does not include lock
14 er room renovations or conversions *** M
er room renovations or conversions *** Many schools are not viable candidates for these projects due to building infrastructure. Please contact the SCA before applying for funding for a green roof project. Obtaining Project Estimates Do: ï¼ Only seek an estimate from the SCA for construction projects ï¼ Prioritize the components of your projects, e.g., chairs, A/C, curtainsâ¦ ï¼ Look on FAMIS for technology prici
15 ng Donât: x Ask any other source for
ng Donât: x Ask any other source for an estimate as factors tend to be overlooked 12 13 Project Milestones & Timeline for SCA Managed Construction Projects Project Phase Phase Description Scope The designer meets with the school administration to discuss the project specifics. The designer will produce a scope report that defines work to be performed, preliminary cost estimate, design, and construction time durati
16 on. ï Typically 4 months Design Develo
on. ï Typically 4 months Design Development of complete set of construction/contract documents for the Bid and Award process. ï Typically 4 months Bid and Award Public advertising, bid opening, and award of contract. ï Typically 4 months Phasing Schedule Project Officer and school establish work hours and areas to be used by the contractor established (estimated 3:30pm start time for interior work). Construction Pro
17 ject mobilization begins and includes pr
ject mobilization begins and includes preconstruction meetings, permitting, and site safety plan. ï Schedule based on project scope and can range from 6 to 22 months Technology purchases do not follow this process and may be ordered quickly upon SCA receiving budget authorization and approval from the school. Co - Located Schools & Reso A Grants 14 ï In shared spaces (e.g. auditorium, gymnasium, cafeteria), the grant
18 is viewed as an upgrade for the entire
is viewed as an upgrade for the entire building. All building principals are involved in the process and must approve the final project. ï When a Reso A allocation is made for technology, that grant is specifically for that individual organization only. Building - Wide Reso A School Specific Reso A Shared Spaces: Auditorium, Gymnasium, Cafeteria, Playground, Library Technology, Mobile Science Labs Completed Project
19 s Auditorium Upgrade Library I.S. 136 â
s Auditorium Upgrade Library I.S. 136 â Manhattan P.S. 61 â Manhattan 15 16 Completed Projects Gymnasium Upgrade Playground Upgrade P.S. 175 â Manhattan P.S. 6 â Manhattan Completed Projects Green Roof Hydroponic Science Lab P.S. 84 â Manhattan P.S. 183 â Manhattan 17 Contact Us Bryan McGinn Email: bmcginn@nycsca.org 18 Bianca J. Almedina Email: balmedina @nycsca.org Bennett Baruch Email: bbaruch@nycsca.o