The City of Mountain View is challenged with meeting its park space requirements for residents within its build out city limits. In this case study of Heritage Park, the project involved the efforts of the city, a county grant, Friends of Immigrant House, master gardeners, and a private property owner with a windmill. The 1.22 acre park includes a historical Immigrant House, circa 1888 and restored to the 1920s, a donated Star Steel windmill from the 1930s, 150 trees, a demonstration garden, and bee hives. The design reflects a peaceful sanctuary for visitors away from their busy suburban lives, but the project completion required the dedication from diverse community groups to create this neighborhood gem.

Proficiency Level

Introductory

Learning Objectives
  1. Develop strategies for collaboration with multi-objective community groups to develop a successful project
  2. Navigate the challenges for restoring a historical building and transporting it across town
  3. Plan and execute various strategies for a multi-phase project to transform a neglected parcel into a neighborhood park

Contributor/Source

Rey Rodriguez;Lisa Au

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