The recipient entity's physical address:
           2831 St. Claude Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70117

The recipient entity's mailing address (if different):
           2831 St. Claude Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70117

Type of Entity (for instance, a nonprofit corporation):  Non-Profit Corporation

If the entity is a corporation, list the names of the incorporators:
          Geoffrey Coats
Edward Melendez

The last four digits of the entity's taxpayer ID number:  7826

What is the dollar amount of the request?  $20,000

What type of request is this?  General Appropriation

Is this entity in good standing with the Secretary of State?  Yes

Provide the name of each member of the recipient entity's governing board and officers:
           Board of Directors:

Meghan Garhan, President
314 S. Gayoso St.
New Orleans, LA 70119

Anthony Davis, Vice President
3024 Jackson Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70125

Al Grandoit, Secretary
4224 Florida Ave. Ste. 7
Kenner, LA 70065

Juan Barreto, Treasurer
4517 Thalia St.
New Orleans, LA 70125

Dr. Syed Adeel Ahmed
1 Drexel Dr.
New Orleans, LA 70125

Sascha Bollag
5208 Magazine St., #191
New Orleans, LA 70115

Amber Bonnette
M Booth PR
802 Cayret Street
Scott, LA 70583

Rachael Jeanfreau
909 Poydras St., Ste. 1500
New Orleans, LA 70112

Laura Scriba
5129 Camp St.
New Orleans, LA 70115


Executive Director:

Dana Eness
1011 Joliet Street
New Orleans, LA 70118

Other key staff:
Emily Snyder, Program Manager
2831 St. Claude Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70117

Maddie Davidson, Program Associate
2831 St. Claude Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70117

Provide a summary of the project or program:
           The Simon Bolivar Park project will integrate green infrastructure and stormwater management into a public space, reducing the risk of localized flooding during heavy rainstorms. The goal is to convert an underutilized area into a safe, green public space while managing water runoff, while creating workforce training opportunities in green infrastructure installation and maintenance.

What is the budget relative to the project for which funding is requested?:
          Salaries. . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,000
          Professional Services. . . $15,000
          Contracts . . . . . . . . . . . $0
          Acquisitions . . . . . . . . . $0
          Major Repairs . . . . . . . $0
          Operating Services. . . . $0
          Other Charges. . . . . . . $0

Does your organization have any outstanding audit issues or findings?  No

If 'Yes' is your organization working with the appropriate governmental agencies to resolve those issues or findings?
          Not Applicable

What is the entity's public purpose, sought to be achieved through the use of state monies?
          The expenditure of state funds on the Simon Bolivar Park project will serve a critical public purpose by reducing localized flooding through the integration of green infrastructure and stormwater management systems within a public park. By capturing and managing stormwater during heavy rain events, the project will improve neighborhood resilience, protect nearby properties, and reduce strain on municipal drainage systems.

The project will transform an underutilized area into a safe, accessible, and environmentally sustainable public space that enhances community well-being. The initiative also advances workforce development by creating training and employment opportunities in green infrastructure installation and maintenance, supporting local economic growth while building capacity for long-term environmental stewardship.

What are the goals and objectives for achieving such purpose?
          Goals and Objectives:
The Urban Conservancy will implement the Simon Bolivar Park project to achieve measurable public benefits in stormwater management, flood risk reduction, public safety, and workforce development through the installation of a functional rain garden/bioswale and associated green infrastructure.

Goal 1: Reduce localized flooding and improve stormwater management capacity.

-Design and construct a rain garden capable of capturing and infiltrating several thousand gallons of stormwater runoff during peak rain events.

-Redirect stormwater flows from impervious surfaces into the rain garden to reduce the volume of runoff entering nearby catch basins.

-Utilize native and water-tolerant plant species, engineered soils, and subsurface storage to maximize infiltration and evapotranspiration.

-Improve on-site water retention to decrease pressure on the City’s aging grey infrastructure and pumping systems during heavy rainfall events.

Goal 2: Enhance public infrastructure and community resilience.

-Transform an underutilized parcel into a safe, accessible, and environmentally sustainable public green space.

-Integrate durable, low-maintenance landscape features that provide long-term stormwater management benefits while improving neighborhood aesthetics and usability.

-Increase community resilience to climate-driven storm events by demonstrating scalable, nature-based solutions that complement existing drainage infrastructure.

Goal 3: Provide environmental and educational benefits.

-Improve water quality by filtering pollutants, sediments, and debris from stormwater runoff before it enters the municipal drainage system.

-Support urban biodiversity through the introduction of native plantings that create habitat for pollinators and other wildlife.
Incorporate signage or programming to educate the public on the function and benefits of green infrastructure and stormwater management practices.

Goal 4: Support workforce development and economic opportunity.

-Create workforce training opportunities in green infrastructure installation, landscaping, and maintenance, with a focus on engaging local residents.

-Provide hands-on learning experiences that build skills in stormwater management practices, contributing to a growing sector of environmental and resilience-focused jobs.

-Support local economic development by preparing a skilled workforce capable of implementing similar projects throughout the region.

Goal 5: Ensure long-term functionality and sustainability.

-Establish a maintenance plan to ensure the continued performance of the rain garden, including routine inspections, debris removal, and plant care.

-Monitor project performance to assess stormwater capture capacity and inform future green infrastructure investments.

What is the proposed length of time estimated by the entity to accomplish the purpose?
           1 year

If any elected or appointed state official or an immediate family member of such an official is an officer, director, trustee, or employee of the recipient entity who receives compensation or holds any ownership interest therein:
     (a) If an elected or appointed state official, the name and address of the official and the office held by such person:
                 Mandie Landry
    
     (b) If an immediate family member of an elected or appointed state official, the name and address of such person; the name, address, and office of the official to whom the person is related; and the nature of the relationship:
                 N/A

     (c) The percentage of the official's or immediate family member's ownership interest in the recipient entity, if any:
                 N/A

     (d) The position, if any, held by the official or immediate family member in the recipient entity:
                  N/A

If the recipient entity has a contract with any elected or appointed state official or an immediate family member of such an official or with the state or any political subdivision of the state:
(a) If the contract is with an elected or appointed state official, provide the name and address of the official and the office held by such person: 
               N/A

(b) If the contract is with an immediate family member of an elected or appointed state official:
          Provide the name and address of such person:
               N/A

          Provide the name, address, and office of the official to whom the person is related:
                N/A

          What is the nature of the relationship?  N/A

(c) If the contract is with the state or a political subdivision of the state, provide the name and address of the state entity or political subdivision of the state:
                 N/A

(d) The nature of the contract, including a description of the goods or services provided or to be provided pursuant to the contract:
               N/A


Contact Information
name:  Dana Eness 
                                       address:  2831 St. Claude Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70117
                                       phone:  5047176187
                                       fax:  N/A
                                       e-mail:  dana@urbanconservancy.org
                                       relationship to entity:  Executive Director