Civic Center Revitalization Project
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Trade Procurement Underway4/9/2024 - 12:14 PMProcurement is currently ongoing for the Garden Grove Civic Center Revitalization Project, and the project's design-build contractor, Clark Construction, is actively soliciting small and local businesses for several trades.
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About the Civic Center Project
What is the Garden Grove Civic Center?
The Civic Center is the heart and soul of the community. It is a place where your voice is heard and where important decisions are made. It is the place where public facilities, including public safety, are available to support the specific needs of the community. It is the community’s “front porch” – a gathering place to enjoy arts, culture, and public spaces for those who live, work, and play in Garden Grove.
A Brighter Future
Past efforts demonstrate the City’s dedication to investing in itself and revitalizing Garden Grove to make it a safer, more pedestrian friendly place with improved amenities, safe and clean neighborhoods, and high quality public safety services for all current and future residents.
Measure O
On November 6, 2018, Garden Grove voters approved Measure O, a one-cent (1%) local sales tax to support annual funding for public safety and vital city services. Voters approved Measure O to support police recruitment, maintaining 9-1-1 response times, and to evaluate the need to modernize or replace existing Police Department public safety facilities.
Police Infrastructure Needs Assessment
In January of 2020, a police facilities space needs assessment was conducted to address current and future needs of the Garden Grove Police Department (GGPD). Findings of the report identified deficiencies in the existing GGPD facilities and insufficient spacing available for building, parking, and site needs to accommodate current and future demands of the growing community.
Civic Center Community Engagement
In June 2022, the City launched a comprehensive community engagement effort to garner input regarding potential improvements to the Civic Center Area. Community outreach in 2022-2023 included open houses, pop-ups, surveys, social media, press releases, and more, gathering valuable feedback for the project's design and functionality. Stay tuned for more in 2024!
Latest News
At the Tuesday, March 26, 2024 regular Garden Grove City Council meeting, the city council approved a project agreement with Edgemoor Infrastructure & Real Estate for the design and construction of a new public safety facility for the Garden Grove Police Department, a new parking structure, and a redesigned Civic Center Park. For more information, click here.
For any questions, please contact:
Grace Kim
gracel@ggcity.org
(714) 741-5130
- What is the Garden Grove Civic Center Revitalization Project?
- Why do we need a new public safety facility?
- What is the benefit of having a new public safety facility?
- What is the timeframe for the project?
- What will happen to the current public safety facility and the Call to Duty police memorial?
- Will the new public safety facility have areas for public access and use?
- What can I expect to see in the redesigned Civic Center Park?
- What’s happening with the pond?
- What’s happening to all the animals in the pond?
- What is happening to the existing public art in the park?
- What’s happening to the existing trees?
- Can I still provide feedback on what I would like to see in the park?
- Will there be access to the park or library during construction?
- Will Garden Grove City Hall and the Garden Grove Community Meeting Center be open during construction?
- Will there be any public parking in the new parking structure?
- Will the bus stop on Euclid Street be available during construction?
- Will any sidewalks and/or roads be closed during construction?
- Does the project include any improvements to the existing Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) Station No. 81 on Acacia Parkway?
- How is the project being financed?
- How can I stay up to date on the project?
- Who do I contact if I have additional questions?
- Where can I report issues regarding construction activities?
The Garden Grove Civic Center Revitalization Project is the development of a new public safety facility for the Garden Grove Police Department, a new parking structure, and a redesigned Civic Center Park.
According to the 2020 Infrastructure Space Needs Assessment Report, the current public safety facilities are undersized with inadequate staff and public parking. The outdated buildings have aged building systems, and the facilities do not adequately facilitate the current space needs of staff as they fulfill their duties to serve the needs of the community.
The new public safety facility will consolidate staff to better serve the needs of the community more effectively and efficiently. Other benefits include attracting and retaining sworn officers and civilian staff, creating a welcoming environment for the community, and creating a secure and safe place for the Garden Grove Police Department to carry out critical public safety activities.
The Garden Grove City Council approved the project agreement on March 26, 2024 and the project will break ground in the spring.
Phase I of the project includes the construction of the new public safety facility and parking structure, which is anticipated to take 24 months. Move-in to the new public safety facility will take place in Spring 2026.
Phase II includes the demolition of the old public safety facility and the construction of a redesigned Civic Center Park, which will begin once Phase I is complete. Phase II is anticipated to take 12 months and the redesigned Civic Center Park is estimated to be complete in Spring 2027.
The current public safety facility will be open and operational during Phase I of the construction of the new public safety facility. After the move-in to the new public safety facility, the old public safety facility will be demolished during Phase II and a redesigned Civic Center Park will be built in its place. A new police memorial will be built at the new Garden Grove police facility.
The front lobby and service counters will be open Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
The redesigned Civic Center Park will feature open green space, a memorial grove, a walking trail, and an event lawn.
The removal of the pond is necessary as it is located in the footprint of the new public safety facility. The City drained and removed the pond in coordination with the City’s Public Works Department and Dudek, a qualified biologist. Dudek received the necessary permits from Fish and Wildlife Services, and assisted in the relocation of the different animal species in the pond. A new pond is not planned as part of the redesigned Civic Center Park.
Dudek, a qualified biologist, prepared a Wildlife Management Plan that details the approach for the removal and relocation of the different animal species in the pond. Under Dudek’s supervision, the animals were safely removed and relocated to a rescue facility. The Wildlife Management Plan is available under the “Resources” tab at www.ggcity.org/civic-center.
The City plans to remove, store, and reintegrate as many of the public art elements as possible. The City and the developer will work collectively to assess the feasibility of relocation and repurposing the art elements.
The project has been designed to retain as many of the existing trees as feasible. Any trees removed will be replaced at a 1-1 ratio in an alternate location as determined by the City. The redesigned Civic Center Park will include a memorial grove that likely include new and relocated trees.
Yes! The design for the park is currently advancing and will incorporate community feedback. The community can provide feedback under the “Input” tab at www.ggcity.org/civic-center.
The eastern portion of the park between the H. Louis Lake Senior Center (11300 Stanford Avenue) and the Credit Union of Southern California (11390 Stanford Avenue) will be accessible.
OC Library – Garden Grove Main Branch (11200 Stanford Avenue) will be open at the beginning of construction. According to the County of Orange, the Garden Grove Main Branch will close in January 2025 for one year to construct tenant improvements. It is estimated to reopen in January 2026. For more information, visit www.ocpl.org/libraries/garden-grove-main or call (714) 530-0711.
Yes, they will be open during construction with regular hours of operation. For hours of operation, visit www.ggcity.org.
There will be approximately 20-30 public parking spaces in the new parking structure. It is anticipated that additional on-street parking will be provided in the Civic Center area.
Currently, there are no plans to close the bus stop. Please check all bus stop activity before heading to your desired destination at www.octa.net.
If sidewalk closures are required during construction, a temporary sidewalk route will be provided. When road closures are required, traffic control measures will be implemented.
OCFA Station No. 81 is not part of the Garden Grove Civic Center Revitalization Project. The secured parking lot that is currently being used for OCFA vehicles will be redesigned during the project construction.
The public safety facility is being financed in part on available Measure O funding. In 2018, Garden Grove residents passed Measure O, a one-cent transaction and use (sales) tax to support police recruitment, maintain 9-1-1 response times, and to evaluate the need to modernize or replace existing Garden Grove Police Department public safety facilities. Bonds are also being issued to finance the project.
Information, news, updates, and resources are posted on the project webpage at www.ggcity.org/civic-center. Community members can also sign up for email updates under the “Get Involved” tab.
More information can be found at www.ggcity.org/civic-center.
For inquiries on the redesigned Civic Center Park, email John Montanchez, Community Services Department at johnmo@ggcity.org.
For all other inquiries, please contact Grace Kim, Economic Development and Housing Department at gracel@ggcity.org.
Please contact Tom Farrar from Clark Construction at tom.farrar@clarkconstruction.com or (702) 378-6919.
What's Next?
- Community Engagement / Market Sounding / RFQ Development / CEQA Starts
- RFQ & Selection Process
- Finalize Design / Contractor Negotiation / Community Engagement / Financial Close
- Construction Phase
- Operational Period Move In
News and Project Information
On Saturday, March 9, 2024, the City of Garden Grove hosted its annual 6th annual Art in the Park event. The event was held at Village Green park from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM. A pop-up booth for the Civic Center Revitalization Project was available for attendees to learn about the project. Attendees were also invited to partake in an art activity decorating leaves to create a community "tree."
On Thursday, March 7, 2024, the Clementine Trolley, through the Community Action Partnership of Orange County hosted its monthly food distribution. The event was held at the Buena Clinton Youth & Family Center from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM. A pop-up booth for the Civic Center Revitalization Project was available for attendees to learn about the project. Attendees were also invited to the City's Art in the Park event held at the Village Green Park.
On Wednesday, December 6, 2023, the City of Garden Grove hosted an Open House for the Civic Center Revitalization Project. The event was held at the Community Meeting Center (CMC) from 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM. Informational boards were displayed for attendees to learn about the project, in particular the community outreach and feedback received to-date. Attendees also provided the option of providing new feedback via comment cards.
On Saturday, December 2, 2023, the City of Garden Grove hosted its annual holiday event, Winter in the Grove. The event was held at Village Green park from 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM. A pop-up booth for the Civic Center Revitalization Project was available for attendees to learn about the project. Attendees were also invited to the City's Open House event for the project.
On Friday, August 11, 2023, the City of Garden Grove hosted a free movie, Top Gun Maverick, as part of its Outdoor Movie Series. The event was held at Garden Grove Park at 8:30 PM. A pop-up booth for the Civic Center Revitalization Project was available for attendees to learn about the project. Attendees also filled out journal entries highlighting their favorite memories and activities at the current Civic Center Park, as well their ideas for the future enhanced Civic Center Park.
On Thursday, August 3, 2023, the City of Garden Grove hosted a free concert, as part of its Summer Concerts Series, with the band Stevie Nicks Illusion. The event was held at Eastgate Park from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM. A pop-up booth for the Civic Center Revitalization Project was available for attendees to learn about the project. Attendees also filled out journal entries highlighting their favorite memories and activities at the current Civic Center Park, as well their ideas for the future enhanced Civic Center Park.
On Tuesday, August 1, 2023, the Garden Grove Police Department hosted its annual National Night Out event. The event was held throughout the Civic Center area, from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM. A pop-up booth for the Civic Center Revitalization Project was available for attendees to learn about the project. Attendees also filled out journal entries highlighting their favorite memories and activities at the current Civic Center Park, as well their ideas for the future enhanced Civic Center Park.
On Thursday, July 27, 2023, the City of Garden Grove hosted a free concert, as part of its Summer Concerts Series, with the band Smith. The event was held at Eastgate Park from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM. A pop-up booth for the Civic Center Revitalization Project was available for attendees to learn about the project. Attendees also filled out journal entries highlighting their favorite memories and activities at the current Civic Center Park, as well their ideas for the future enhanced Civic Center Park.
On Thursday, July 20, 2023, the City of Garden Grove hosted a free concert, as part of its Summer Concerts Series, with the band Britain's Finest. The event was held at Eastgate Park from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM. A pop-up booth for the Civic Center Revitalization Project was available for attendees to learn about the project. Attendees also filled out journal entries highlighting their favorite memories and activities at the current Civic Center Park, as well their ideas for the future enhanced Civic Center Park.
On Thursday, July 13, 2023, the City of Garden Grove hosted a free concert, as part of its Summer Concerts Series, with the band Tijuana Dogs. The event was held Eastgate Park from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM. A pop-up booth for the Civic Center Revitalization Project was available for attendees to learn about the project. Attendees also filled out journal entries highlighting their favorite memories and activities at the current Civic Center Park, as well their ideas for the future enhanced Civic Center Park.
On Friday, July 7, 2023, the City of Garden Grove hosted a free movie, Disney Pixar's Lightyear, as part of its Outdoor Movie Series. The event was held at Eastgate Park at 8:30 PM. A pop-up booth for the Civic Center Revitalization Project was available for attendees to learn about the project. Attendees also filled out journal entries highlighting their favorite memories and activities at the current Civic Center Park, as well their ideas for the future enhanced Civic Center Park.
On Thursday, June 29, 2023, the City of Garden Grove hosted a free concert, as part of its Summer Concerts Series, with the band Yachty By Nature. The event was held on Historic Main Street from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM. A pop-up booth for the Civic Center Revitalization Project was available for attendees to learn about the project. Attendees also filled out journal entries highlighting their favorite memories and activities at the current Civic Center Park, as well their ideas for the future enhanced Civic Center Park.
On Thursday, June 22, 2023, the City of Garden Grove kicked off its free Summer Concerts Series with the band LAvation. The event was held at the Garden Grove Park from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM. A pop-up booth for the Civic Center Revitalization Project was available for attendees to learn about the project. Attendees also filled out journal entries highlighting their favorite memories and activities at the current Civic Center Park, as well their ideas for the future enhanced Civic Center Park.
In March 2023, the City engaged with "Market Sounding" interviews with developer firms. Additionally, a Request for Information (RFI) was circulated to elicit feedback on what should be included in the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) when it is released. A summary of both the interviews and the RFI responses are now publicly available.
On Saturday, April 8, 2023, the City of Garden Grove held its Annual Eggscavation! The event was held at Atlantis Play Center from 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM. Event activities include egg hunts, candy grabs, petting zoo, inflatable obstacle courses, caricature drawings, carnival games, face painting, colored hairspray, and crafts! A pop-up booth for the Civic Center Project was available for patrons to visit and learn about the project.
The City, in collaboration with the Garden Grove Unified School District (GGUSD), transformed the Village Green Park into an outdoor, interactive art festival for the 5th Annual Art in the Park. The community was invited to attend the free event on Saturday, March 18, 2023, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at Village Green Park, located at 12732 Main Street. A pop-up booth for the Civic Center Project was available for patrons to visit and learn about the project.
CEQA Consultant Contract Award
Civic Center Project Update
Pre-Construction Survey
Community Engagement Summary
Wildlife Management Plan
Civic Center Revitalization Project (CCRP) Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND)
Statements of Qualification (SOQ) Responding to RFQ
Previous Planning Documents
