2016 TOHONO OODHAM HOUSING AUTHORITY OF MARICOPA COUNTY APPLICATION.PDF

Last updated: 05/13/2016
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General information
Organization Housing Authority of Maricopa Housing
Contact First name Ernesto
Contact Last name Fonseca
Contact e-mail e.fonseca@maricopahousing.org
Contact phone number 6027444535
Address
Street 9209 Calle Tomi
City Guadalupe
State AZ
ZIP Code 85283
From what tribe is the organization requesting the grant?
Tohono O’odham Nation
Total grant amount request
99,913
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Keeping Our Kids Active & Healthy
Advocating for Children | Preventing Future Health Issues
Overview
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) outlines that:
 “regular physical activity in childhood and adolescence improves strength and endurance, helps
build healthy bones and muscles, helps control weight, reduces anxiety and stress, increases self-
esteem, and may improve blood pressure and cholesterol levels. 1
 The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services DHHS recommends that young people aged
6–17 years participate in at least 60 minutes of physical activity daily.2
 In 2013, 27.1% of high school students surveyed had participated in at least 60 minutes per day
of physical activity on all 7 days before the survey, and only 29% attended physical education
class daily.3”
Research is extensive in this area and supports exercising daily. However, this is not always
possible, especially for low- and very low-income families. The lack of access to engaging and
attractive facilities, green space or parks are some of one of the most significant barriers to keep
our kids active and in good physical health. Ultimately the well-being of our communities begins
with the well-being of children. All kids deserve a childhood filled with the balanced and active
play needed to thrive.
Kids in the United States are playing less every year than any previous generation. Only one in
four adolescents get the recommended 60 minutes of physical activity or active play per day.
Younger children exercise a little more than teenagers but it is not close to the minimum
recommended levels by the CDC and the US DHHS. The lack of physical unstructured activity
increasingly keeps kids unhappy and unhealthy while also keeping them from excelling in many
other areas, including academics. Overall one in three kids is obese or overweight and one in five
kids has a mental illness. Moreover, kids are not developing critical 21st century skills—such as
collaboration, creativity, problem-solving, resilience and empathy which are fundamental to lead
a successful life as adults. Finally, one other major barrier to a healthy childhood development
for low- and very-low income children is toxic stress; something that can be minimize with
physical activity.
Proposal
The Housing Authority of Maricopa County (HAMC) strives to improve the quality of life of
families and strengthen communities. The Housing Authority owns and operates 15 housing
properties around Maricopa County. Many of the HAMC communities house young families
with kids from all ages; from newborns to high schoolers. However, many of these housing
developments do not have access to safe, well designed and attractive playgrounds for kids to
spend time outside and exercise while playing. Prefabricated playgrounds and their installation is
relatively easy but requires significant financial resources that are limited and available for
housing maintenance and construction only.
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The HAMC proposes the purchase and installation of a prefabricated playground for children
between the ages of 2 and 12 years. This playground would be installed at the Father Fidelis
Housing Community. Father Fidelis is located in the Town of Guadalupe and counts with 48
housing units. Father Fidelis is considered one of our properties with the highest population of
both children and teenagers. The installation of a playground will increase access to fun and
engaging physical activity, and will provide children the opportunity to better their physical and
mental health while allowing them to increase their social and community skills. Property
managers in collaboration with executive leadership will develop an evaluation program and will
monitor its use and finally will assess the success of this facility. Based on results and usage, the
HAMC will continue to seek funding for other housing communities that are populated with
young families.
Magic Kingdom Playground
The Magic Kingdom commercial play structure features 14 activities designed to enrich the lives
of up to 65 children ages 2 to 12 years old. It includes two large fabric umbrella shades to cover
the kids with plenty of shade, protecting them from the sun, and allowing them to play for longer
periods of time.
The playground equipment features:
 2 Single Speedway Slides at height for little or bigger kids
 A Triple Slide for racing side-by-side with up to 3 buddies
 A Horizontal Ladder overhead climber for building upper body strength
 An Inclined Wall Climber and Vertical Loop Climber to provide alternate access to play
decks
 A Crawl Tunnel that connects the play decks and is a fun means of traversing the
structure
 A House Panel, Store Panel, and Doorway Panel for creative pretend time
 A Rain Wheel for inspiring imaginative play
 Two Single Post Umbrella Shades for UV protection and temperature moderation
 3.5"O.D. x 12 gauge galvanized & powder-coated steel posts
 Lead-free & PVC-free polyethylene plastisol coated punched steel play decks
 UV Stabilized rotationally-molded plastic components
 High-density polyethylene (HDPE) plastic activity panels, steel posts, hardware, clamps,
and post caps are backed by lifetime limited warranty. Metal pipes, rungs, loops, are
backed by a 50 year limited warranty. 15 year limited warranty on punched steel decks,
HDPE panels, and roto-molded plastic components. Meets or exceeds all ASTM and
CPSC safety standards.
Estimated Budget for purchase and installation.
$99,913
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Magic Kingdom Playground Design
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