The Modesto Reintegration Center & Resources by Terra Horizon Engineers
Research or Creativity Area
Engineering & Computer Science
Abstract
The City of Modesto has been experiencing a growth in population of the unhoused community within its city limits. The city contains most of the unhoused population within Stanislaus County. This growing issue has left officials scrambling to find new and creative ways to respond to the exponential yearly growth of their struggling constituents.
In response to this critical need, Terra Horizon Engineers presents the Modesto Reintegration Center & Resources (MRCR) project—a visionary initiative that is designed to serve as a beacon of hope and resilience for the Modesto community. The MRCR seeks to provide sustainable and reintegration-focused housing for 136 priority women, children, and families. The facility includes two designated two-story buildings that have a combined area of 37,800 square feet. The project envisions a future additional building dedicated to offering resources and services for the community.
The proposed complex is poised to offer many services, including career counseling, housing assistance, mental health support, and personal hygiene amenities. The Modesto Reintegration Center & Resources distinguishes itself through its commitment to sustainability, featuring environmentally conscious elements such as solar-powered energy, a recycled/non-potable water system for grounds maintenance, and a large community garden. This project aims to achieve LEED Silver and Zero Net Energy Goals, embracing innovative sustainable practices and aligning with contemporary environmental imperatives.
The Modesto Reintegration Center & Resources project is designed to aid in the mitigation of the growing unhoused population and to bolster the community, while keeping sustainability and resilience in mind to offset the costs of the center and to aid in the longevity of the MRCR. The MRCR is designed to serve as a reintegration center while practicing mindfulness of the community it is part of.
Location
SOECS Senior Project Demonstrations, John T Chambers Technology Center, University of the Pacific, Stockton, CA
Start Date
4-5-2024 2:30 PM
End Date
4-5-2024 4:30 PM
The Modesto Reintegration Center & Resources by Terra Horizon Engineers
SOECS Senior Project Demonstrations, John T Chambers Technology Center, University of the Pacific, Stockton, CA
The City of Modesto has been experiencing a growth in population of the unhoused community within its city limits. The city contains most of the unhoused population within Stanislaus County. This growing issue has left officials scrambling to find new and creative ways to respond to the exponential yearly growth of their struggling constituents.
In response to this critical need, Terra Horizon Engineers presents the Modesto Reintegration Center & Resources (MRCR) project—a visionary initiative that is designed to serve as a beacon of hope and resilience for the Modesto community. The MRCR seeks to provide sustainable and reintegration-focused housing for 136 priority women, children, and families. The facility includes two designated two-story buildings that have a combined area of 37,800 square feet. The project envisions a future additional building dedicated to offering resources and services for the community.
The proposed complex is poised to offer many services, including career counseling, housing assistance, mental health support, and personal hygiene amenities. The Modesto Reintegration Center & Resources distinguishes itself through its commitment to sustainability, featuring environmentally conscious elements such as solar-powered energy, a recycled/non-potable water system for grounds maintenance, and a large community garden. This project aims to achieve LEED Silver and Zero Net Energy Goals, embracing innovative sustainable practices and aligning with contemporary environmental imperatives.
The Modesto Reintegration Center & Resources project is designed to aid in the mitigation of the growing unhoused population and to bolster the community, while keeping sustainability and resilience in mind to offset the costs of the center and to aid in the longevity of the MRCR. The MRCR is designed to serve as a reintegration center while practicing mindfulness of the community it is part of.
