Here is a quick over-view of the project's phases. The wheels are turning and much has been achieved to date.

Completed to date

• Temple committee established
  
  
• Consultation with Vastu experts in India.
  
  
• Site search completed.
  
  
• 24 acre site selected and paid for in full.
  
  
• Architectural firm engaged and plans in progress.
  
  
• Permission granted by Escondido city council.
  
  
• Conditional use permit has been received.
  
  
• Temple and cultural hall final design approved.
  
  
• Environmental surveys completed and approved.

Status Report / Time Line

• Timeline / Phase One

1. Construction drawings completed by 1st quarter of 2007
   
2. City Approval / Building Permit received 3rd quarter of 2007
   
3. Construction Period / 20 to 24 months
   
4. Grand Opening – 2nd quarter of 2009
   

• Elements of Phase One

1. Main temple building
   
2. Prasadam hall / Dining hall
   
3. Large kitchen
   
4. Gift shop
   
5. Parking
   
6. Dormitory / Guest house
   
7. Wedding area / festival lawn
   

• Funding

1. Projected cost/ budget remaining…..$8.5 million
   
2. Funds either in the bank or committed……$5.75 million
   
3. Balance required …….$2.75 million