Rain, Rain, Go AwaySustainable Landscaping of

Halsted GroveStephanie Gallo

Kyle JacksonIsabel MontoyaKeith Watson

LAS 493, 2013

AmmendmentsOn Tuesday we found out that the Heritage

Garden would most likely not work with us. We have included these changes in our proposal and in this presentation.

AreaBetween SEL and SCE along HalstedThis is the proposed area of the Heritage GardenOur proposal makes sustainable additions to the

current plan for the siteThese ideas could also be implemented without

the Heritage Garden, or on other campus sites

OutlineWater Runoff AnalysisWater BenchEducational Signage

Quantitative Analysis of RunoffWhat is needed:--Map of Heritage Garden or other site--Coefficients --Soil permeability

To calculate, guidance needed from:--Prof. Krishna Reddy--Civil engineering intern

Elements needed for analysis using Heritage Garden as an Example

Site map

Data on permeability

Coefficients

What landscaping changes are needed to achieve zero runoff?

Benefits of quantitative analysis

Runoff analysis addresses Green Fee pillars: 1. Environmental protection: Quantify

reduction in polluted water into Lake Michigan, the primary source of potable water at UIC and in Chicago.

2. Social equity: Take responsibility and manage water onsite at UIC rather than externalizing problem for others to transport and treat.

3. Economic benefits: Reduce costs due to smaller volume of wastewater, putting less stress on overburdened sewer system.

4. Quantitative evidence could spur public policy change (e.g., more equitable sewer utility fees based on demonstrable prevention of runoff).

Water Bench The Design!

This bench would allow rain to be storedSmall holes are equally distributed throughout the

bench that lets water inThe tanks are underneath the bench has an

installed faucet that allows for easily access to the water

It would be aesthetically appealing to students and visitors

BudgetThe estimate budget of the bench would be

$10,000. It is a prototype and it isn’t being mass distributed It would need to be ship internationally

Awareness The bench will bring awareness for the students It would help converse water, bring

independence from relying on city’s supply, and prevent fresh water runoff.

Environmental Protection It helps prevent fresh water runoff that easily

floods during rainstorms on campusIt will prevent flooding that happens frequentlyThe fresh water that will be collected for the

native plants in the Heritage Garden.

Social EqualityCreates a designated area for students to sit

down, relax, learn, and socialize with friendsIt would provide a place for students to admire

the Heritage Gardens in an urban setting

Financial benefits It would avoid further water usage from the city

The Alternative Route Just in case, we can also provide information

about collapsible rain gardensRange in prices from $40 to $120, it will also

provide the same three pillars of sustainability. It would still help the Heritage Gardens Help avoid storm runoff

SignageThere would be signs about all the different

additions to the garden of permeable pavement, bios well, and natural plants.

Two proposed signs: 2'x4' and 3'x4' explaining in brief detail and illustration the implementation and explanation of not only what rain barrels, permeable pavement and the other portions of the garden are but also the significance of what these bring to the UIC campus

Signage Environmental Protection

Informing student and community members about the specific parts of the garden.

Explain how it will help rainwater management on campus

Clarify certain terms and portions of the garden to students and faculty who may not know

Signage Social EquityThe signage would increase awareness of

environmental issues on campusPromote the heritage garden to the UIC

community It will also improve upon the general aesthetic

on that portion of campus.

Signage Economic BenefitLead to campus jobs on maintaining and up

keeping the garden as well as collecting rain water from the barrel

Keeping up with the "UIC Experience.

Signage CostA 3’ x 4’ post and panel, single sided sign

requires 2 posts set in concrete in order for it to last year round. 

The sign itself would estimate around $180-500, labor costs are $80 an hour and this type of sign is estimated to take 4-5 hours to install. 

Other SectionsPermeable Paving

David suggested adding permeable pavement to the area

This serves as small-scale trial for the rest of campus

Native Plants Joanne suggested planting native species around

the proposed bioswale areas.They assist in penetration and use of rain water

Questions? Comments?