Student Conservation Association NPSA 20240613

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Non-Professional Services Agreement between June 13, 2024 City of San Leandro and Student Conservation Association – Exhibit A Page 1 of 3 EXHIBIT A SCOPE OF SERVICES OVERVIEW Student Conservation Association (SCA) will be providing 1) crew support for the tree planting project around tree planting, watering, and care over the school year, and 2) a workforce development program for young people interested in urban forestry and conservation. Where timing is appropriate, SCA crews will also support outreach efforts as well. Activities included are: • Watering newly installed trees planted on City streets, in City parks and other City properties. • Installing watering bags to newly installed trees in locations determined by the Street Supervisor. • Installing or adjusting stakes and straps on newly installed trees. • Installing mulch around tree wells and in new planting areas, as directed by the Street Supervisor • Removing suckers at the base of trees or raising trees up to 6’, as needed. • Planting (replacing) up to 50 Cal-Fire planted trees in locations designated by the Street Supervisor or Park Supervisor. The City will provide approved species type for the trees. • Report back issues regarding the health of trees to the Street and Park Supervisor A list and map of work locations will be provided by the City to the Crew Leader. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES City of San Leandro The City’s Contract Administrator will distribute funds to SCA upon receipt of invoices and description of work completed. They will coordinate volunteer recruitment and management, and support SCA for workday activities. They will be included on all communications externally and internally. Urban Forestry Division staff will coordinate with SCA staff to determine planting site locations and feasibility, including tree spacing and proximity to overhead lines (this pertains to City properties and ROW only; SCA staff must contact property owners if plantings are proposed on private property). Specific planting plans will need approval from Urban Forestry Division prior to SCA planting. The approval must include SCA staff requesting or executing upon an underground service alert (USA) for an underground utility check prior to digging. Water Pollution Control Plant staff will provide access to recycled water, and Urban Forestry Division staff will provide access to well water for SCA staff as needed for tree watering. Student Conservation Association (SCA) Founded in 1957, the Student Conservation Association’s (SCA) mission is to build the next generation of conservation leaders and inspire lifelong stewardship of the environment and communities by engaging young people in hands-on service to the land. We build the next generation of conservation leaders by creating equitable access to nature, providing green jobs to youth, and teaching communities to be stewards of the environment. The SCA Urban Green Program, a metro region-based program designed to build sustainable green spaces while providing green jobs and pathways to underserved young people. DocuSign Envelope ID: D20A2299-20BE-46CE-89B3-70A711C7E32D