Plasencia Elementary School Playground and Campus Exterior Upgrades

The Plasencia Elementary School Playground and Campus Exterior Upgrades Project involves the replacement of approximately 38,000 square feet of aging asphalt paving across two main and two kindergarten playgrounds with new solar-reflective asphalt to reduce heat absorption and improve safety. Alongside this core Pavement Upgrade, the project encompasses comprehensive campus enhancements including greening and landscaping, installation of privacy fencing, exterior painting of buildings as needed, and critical infrastructure upgrades such as underground utilities and accessibility improvements aligned with ADA standards. The work is strictly confined to the existing school footprint and must comply with all applicable state, federal, and local regulations, particularly the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), with categorical exemptions cited under Sections 15301, 15302, and 15304. Compliance with the Los Angeles Unified School District’s Standard Conditions of Approval, formally adopted in December 2023, governs all aspects of design, construction, and environmental stewardship, including mandatory soil testing, cultural resource protection, tree removal protocols requiring principal approval and nesting bird surveys during sensitive seasons, and full recycling of construction debris. The project is funded by a $10,074,344 budget approved by the LAUSD Board of Education on February 29, 2024, and will be implemented at the school’s campus located at 1321 Cortez Street in Los Angeles. The beneficiaries include students, faculty, staff, families, and the broader community under the provisions of the Civic Center Act, ensuring public access to the upgraded facilities. All inspection and acceptance activities occur on-site under district oversight, with environmental and safety conditions enforced through LAUSD’s internal compliance framework rather than formal federal contract clauses. While no solicitation or contract award details are provided, the project has been publicly posted as a forecast with the Notice of Exemption issued on January 6, 2026, and no options, line-item pricing, or procurement evaluation factors are documented in the available materials.