HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 17-91 RESOLUTION NO. 17-91
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ATASCADERO APPROVING THE ADOPTION OF THE
PARRS AND RECREATION ELEMENT
OF THE CITY'S GENERAL PLAN
(GP 1B-91; City of Atascadero)
WHEREAS, the City of Atascadero has grown considerably since
incorporation; and
WHEREAS, the City's General Plan, which was prepared in the
1970's and adopted in 1980 to guide the City's general growth is
in need of updating; and
WHEREAS; the Planning Commission of the City of Atascadero
conducted a public hearing on the subject amendment on February
19, 1991; and
WHEREAS, Government Code Section 65356 provides that a
General Plan be amended by the adoption of a resolution; and
WHEREAS, the Council of the City of Atascadero finds as
follows:
1. The proposed General Plan amendment recommended by the
Planning Commission is consistent with the goals and
policies of the General Plan.
2. The proposed General Plan amendment will not have a
significant adverse affect on the environment. The
Negative Declaration prepared for the project is
adequate.
THEREFORE, the Council of the City of Atascadero does
resolve to approve General Plan Amendment GP 1B-91 as follows
1. Amendment to the General Plan text by adoption of a
Parks and Recreation Element as shown in the attached
Exhibit A.
On motion by Councilman Nimmo and seconded by Councilwoman
Borgeson, the foregoing resolution is hereby adopted in its
entirety by the following roll call vote
AYES: Councilmembers Shier, Borgeson, Nimmo, Dexter and Mayor
Lilley
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Resolution #17-91
DATE ADOPTED: March 12, 1991
CITY OF ERO, CA
OBERT B. LILLEY, a or
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APPRO D Al TO CONTENT:
RAY WINDSOR, City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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PREPARED BY:
Refirt Eng n, Comm z
ty Development Director
CITY OF ATASCADERO
PARKS AND RECREATION ELEMENT
OF THE GENERAL PLAN
Prepared by
PARRS, RECREATION, AND 200 DEPARTMENT
City of Atascadero
6500 Palma Avenue
Atascadero, California 93423
Revised
March 25, 1991
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
CITY COUNCIL
Robert Lilley, Mayor
Alden Shiers
Rollin Dexter
Bonita Borgeston
Robert Nmmo
PARRS AND RECREMION CQUISSION
Tom Bench, Chairman
Victor Smart
Kenneth Meyer
Diana Cooper
Andrea Schulte
STMF
Ray Windsor, City Manager
Andrew J. Takata, Director
Parks, Recreation and Zoo Department
Henry Engen, Director
Community Development Department
File; RECELE
I. INTRODUCTION
The development of the first separate Parks and Recreation
Element of the General Plan presents the city the opportunity of
properly developing a long range plan for the improvement of
recreational facilities, areas, activities, and other services. The
City believes a good municipal park system is vital for maintaining
the uniquely livable quality of our community and providing
worthwhile recreation close to home.
Until now, there has been no detailed plan for developing
parks and recreation facilities in the City of Atascadero. As a
result, park development has not kept pace with other types of
development in many parts of the city. It is important to have a
plan which will help correct that imbalance as well as assure
adequate park development as the city grows. Current parks and
recreation areas are in great demand, existing facilities are
overused, and anticipated growth will increase pressure on limited
resources. This plan will address those problems.
As with all the cities in San Luis Obispo County, Atascadero
is a rapidly growing community with many unmet needs. A 1990
population of approximately 23,517 is expected to grow to 32,800+
by the year 2003. The purpose of this Element is to provide general
policy guidelines for managing and rehabilitating existing City
facilities and adequately planning for the long term needs of the
community relating to parks and recreation. The Parks and
Recreation Element will serve as a flexible and long range planning
document.
The citizens of Atascadero played a vital role in this
planning process through a series of public workshops, surveys, and
ongoing communication and correspondence. As a result of this
participation, the Parks and Recreation Element has essentially
been prepared by City residents rather than for them.
For purposes of the element, a 20 year planning period is
recommended, with formal review periods every five (5) years. This
will provide the City adequate time to plan and develop needed
parks and recreation facilities in Atascadero.
The information on which this element's policies are based is
contained in the Technical Report. The Technical Report should be
reviewed to fully understand the provisions of this element. Copies
of the report are available at the Parks and Recreation Department
and Community Development Department in the City of Atascadero.
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LEGAL AUTHORITY II. BACKGROUND FORMATION
State planning law allows local governments to adopt a
recreation element as an optional element of the General Plan.
(Government Code Section 65303 (a) . The intent of the statute is to
provide a way for communities to determine their recreation needs
and develop methods for satisfying them.
A general plan that contains a recreation element must contain
definite principles and standards (Government Code Section 66477
(d) . Any recreation element that is prepared to implement a Quimby
Act ordinance (to be discussed) must insure that all "park and
recreation facilities are in accordance with definite principles
and standards contained in the plan."
PROCESS
The following are specific planning objective areas:
--Survey public needs.
Involve the public to the greatest extent possible in the
planning process.
--Assess the adequacy of existing City parks and recreation
facilities.
--Project park and recreation needs into the future.
---Develop parkland and; facility standards for adoption.
--Identify critical needs and issues.
--Evaluate existing recreation programs and identify future needs.
--Recommend a financial plan.
--Identify goals, objectives, and policies.
--Recommend an action plan.
--Identify priorities.
--Recommend a development schedule and guidelines.
PHILOSOPHIES
In reviewing background information, conducting community forums,
reviewing questionnaire results, discussions with the Park and
Recreation Commission, and discussing the parks and recreation
program with City staff, certain issues, needs, and desires were
identified. For purposes of this element, these issues are divided
into the following areas: Administration, Development, Acquisition,
Resources, Financial, and Access.
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** Administration
*There should be support from the city to allow private
enterprise to develop recreation facilities.
*Development of joint powers agreement with Atascadero
Unified School District for joint use of recreational
facilities.
*Revenue producing facilities should be developed to offset
operating costs.
*Consideration of funding from state to develop an off
highway vehicle facility.
*Safety/insurance concerns identified for high risk recreation
activities.
*Consideration of National Guard Armory as potential
recreation site.
*Exploration of all possible fund raising options.
*Encourage private venture recreation (youth sports group
purchasing property and developing fields) .
*Evaluation of city priority for future of Lake Pavilion.
*More pre-school programs involving parents.
*Agreements with property owners concerning use of private
land for recreation.
*Development fees revised to adequately provide for future
park and recreation needs.
*Possible lease of Rocky Canyon Ranch for recreational
purposes.
*Delineate boundary of Atascadero Creek and Salinas River.
*Parks and Recreation Department should be a central
information source for recreation activities of all types
in the City.
*Master Plans should be developed for each city park facility,
including proposed parks.
*City should have in place a Volunteer program for Parks and
Recreation.
*A General Obligation Bond should be utilized as a possible
funding source for the most needed recreational
facilities.
*A Parks and Recreation Foundation should be established to
aid the department in fund raising, securing of grants,
and project coordination.
*Recreation program emphasis should be on youth activities.
***Qeyel=_ment
*City should continue to provide parks and expand facilities
for recreation.
*City/School parks should be developed when possible.
*Neighborhood Parks in each quadrant of the City.
*Completion of Traffic Way Park.
*Tennis Courts, preferably night lighted.
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*Mini-parks should be developed in the areas of highest
population concentration and least amount of parklands.
*Jogging paths
*Bike lanes and walkways should be developed along busy
streets connecting to schools and other areas.
*Expansion and improvement of facilities at Atascadero Lake
Park.
*Zoo expansion
*Development of community center for multi-purpose use.
*Development of activity buildings in each quadrant.
*Development of Community swimming pool.
*Community park in North Atascadero.
*Development of multi-purpose sports facilities.
*Special interest recreation facilities development.
*Improve inadequate facilities for recreation activities.
*Trails system connecting to other recreational areas in the
City. San Luis Obispo County and the City of Atascadero
should work closely in this area, as the County has
established this as a high priority item.
*Development of Atascadero Creekway and Graves Creek. This
should be developed in coordination with the overall
trails system.
*Development of an open space element needs to be addressed
and has been done in draft form.
***Acqu isitmion
*Parkland acquisition in each quadrant of the city where a
need is identified.
*Consideration of Stadium Park Acquisition.
*When possible, property acquisition adjacent to elementary
schools for development of parks.
*Purchase of needed property as a top priority- if the
city does not get it now, may not be available in future.
*Purchase of Paloma Park or renewing of long term lease with
State of California.
***R_esou .q 's
*Salinas River area as possible site for special interest
recreation.
*Atascadero Mutual Water Company land as possible off highway
vehicle area.
*Private land donation for special interest recreation.
*Recreation Department as information source for recreation
opportunities in the City.
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***financial
*Financing is needed for recreational improvements within
the City.
*Acquisition and development costs should be distributed
between current and new residents.
*Development fees should provide for the future park needs in
the City.
***Access
*Trails connecting other recreation areas (Equestrian) .
*Access to Salinas River
*Park system connecting Salinas River and Atascadero Creek.
*Walking trails connecting other recreation areas.
*Graves Creek area access for recreation.
POPULATION GROWTH
The population of Atascadero is expected to continue to grow
from its current 1990 population of 23,500 to a projected 32,800+
in the year 2003. The maximum population is a theoretical figure
which cannot be attained or surpassed without changing the
character of the community.
As indicated in the population capacity analysis, there were,
in 1987 approximately 4786 single family housing units throughout
the City. This represents 63% of the existing housing in
Atascadero. According to the multiple family study, there are
approximately 2726 existing multi-family housing units.
The City is currently divided into four major geographic zones
for purposes of the planning document. Using this document as a
guide, current population and potential population figures are
listed below:
Northeast Quadrant: current population- 5,700
Year 2003 population- 8,800
Southeast Quadrant: Current population- 6,700
Year 2003 population- 9,900
Northwest Quadrant: Current population- 4,400
Year 2003 population- 9,500
Southwest Quadrant: Current population- 2,700
Year 2003 population- 3,808
Total 1987 Population: 20,500
Total Year 2003 Population: 32,800
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Combining the current needs for park and recreation facilities
and services with the anticipated population growth in the future
makes it imperative the City develop an adequate plan for the needs
of the community. Current facilities in the city are inadequate,
and this problem will only increase as the population of Atascadero
continues to grow.
QUADRANT DESCRIPTIONS
For planning purposes, the City of Atascadero is divided into
planning areas, or quadrants. This element refers to four
quadrants. These include the following:
Northeast- The area between Highway 101 and the proposed
route of Highway 41. This area includes the City Administration
Building, Lewis Avenue School, oak hills High School, Traffic Way
Park, and a portion of Atascadero Creek extending to the Salinas
River.
Northwest- The area between Highway 101 and existing Highway
41. This area includes Monterey Road Elementary School and
Atascadero High School.
Southwest- As above, the geographical boundary is Highway 41
easterly to Highway 101. This area includes Atascadero Lake Park,
Charles Paddock Zoo, Santa Rosa Elementary School, and San Gabriel
Elementary School.
Southeast- The area between Highway 101 and Salinas River
southeast of Atascadero Creek. This area includes Heilman Regional
Park and Chalk Mountain Golf Course, Pine Mountain area, and Paloma
Creek Park.
ITI DMIQE= STANDARDS
The City has followed an acres-per-papulation ratio method to
assume standards for recreation/park areas and facilities.
funested Sgace fit Desgrjptions
NAPA MiniMUM Reco —andatign: The park system, at a minimum, be
composed of a "core" system of parklands, with a total of 6.25 to
10.25 acres of developed open space per 1000 population.
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Acres/ Per
Comp nent Use Service Area Size 1,000 .
Mini-Park Specialized Less than 1/4 1 acre or 1/2
facilities- mile radius. less. acre.
serve limited
pop. or group.
Located in
residential area.
Desirable Site Characteristics: Within neighborhoods and in close
proximity to apartment complexes, townhouse development or housing
for the elderly.
Neighborhood Intense rec. 1/4-1/2 15+ ac. 2.5 ac.
Park activities mile
field games, radius to
court games, serve pop.
crafts, play of 5000.
equipment,
picnics,
wading pools,
etc.
Desirable Site Characteristics: Suited for intense development.
Easily accessible to neighborhood population-geographically
centered with safe walking and bike access. May developed as a
school-park facility or developed adjacent to school facilities.
Community Diverse-may Several 25+ acres 5
Park include areas neighborhoods acres
for intense
rec. facilities,
sports complexes,
pools, passive
areas; could be
combination use.
Desirable site Characteristics: Leisure facilities designed to
serve the broader recreational needs of several neighborhoods.
May include natural features such as water bodies, and areas suited
for intense development.
Regional Area of natural Several 1000+ 5 acres
Park quality for cities
nature oriented
outdoor rec.
wildlife habitat,
swimming, bating,
fishing, camping,
trail uses.
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Desirable Site Characteristics: Provides unique natural areas and
specialized recreational facilities such as campgrounds, wilderness
areas, nature study, outdoor education, hiking trails, and
equestrian facilities serving persons living throughout a
geographical area.
***SUGGESTED FACILE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
** 1987 population of Atascadero-20,500. Estimated population in
2003-32,800. 2003 Needs is the hypothetical number if the City
adopts the proposed standards. (NRPA and local recommendations.
Type of Facility Guidelines Existing (At,as) 2003 Needs
Softball Fields 1/2500 10 13
Baseball Fields 1/2500 6 13
(60')
Baseball Diamond 1/8000 (1/30,00°0-L) 2 4 (2 L)
(90')
Community Center 1/25,000 0 1
Swimming Pools 1/10,004 1 3
Tennis Courts 1/2000 8 16
Football/Soccer 1/5000 4 6
Basketball Courts 1/5000 20 20
Public Golf Course 1/25,000 1 1
Outdoor Theater 1/20,000 0 1-2
Picnic Shelters 1/5000* 0 6
Picnic Tables 1/400* 25 82
Horseshoes Courts 1/3000* 4 11
Volleyball Courts 1/5000 2 6
Handball/Racquet. 1/8000 0 4
(4 wall)
Trails-Hiking 1 mi./4000 0 8.2 mi.
-Nature 1 mi./2500 0 13
-Bicycle 1 mi./2000 3 16.8 mi.
-Equestrian 1 mi./6250 0 5.25 mi..
-Exercise 1 trail/7500 0 4
Gymnasium 1/10,000 1 3
***Inventory of facilities includes all school, city, and county
facilities.
Ty'De Qf Facility Guidelines 8sistittq LAt� 2003 Ne249
Mini-Park .5 ac/1000 0 ac. 8-16 ac.
Neighborhood Park 2.5 ac/1000 51 ac. 82 ac.
Community Park 5 ac/1000 144 ac. 164 ac.
Regional Park 5 ac11000 200 ac. 164 acs
Total. . . . .. .. . . . 13 ac./1000 395 ac. 418-426 ac.
IV. RECREATION PROGRAMS
BACKgRROUND
The Recreation Division currently offers a wide variety of
programs to the community. The type of programs currently offered
are based on interest, need, and type of facilities available for
program offerings. As part of the element, the programs and
services offered by the Division were evaluated, and are included
in this chapter.
RECOMMENDATIONS
The following recommendations/principles are guidelines for
the development of the recreation programs:
1. The City will develop a balanced recreation program that
provides activities for all age groups. special emphasis shall be
placed on programs for teenagers, elementary children, and senior
citizens. Program areas could include sports, special events,
cultural activities, senior citizen oritented activities, music and
drama, trips, and special interest classes.
2. The city shall work to increase cooperation with the Atascadero
unified School District to promote joint use of school and city
facilities for recreation.
3. The Recreation Division should have a feasibility study done to
determine if an Enterprise Fund Budget would provide better
programing services.
4. The City shall continuously evaluate its park system and
recreation programs to determine the extent of their use, and will
support and expand recreation programs, when possible, for which
there is a large demand. The more specialized a recreation program,
the more financially self-supporting it should become.
5. The Recreation Division should have adequate facilities for
conducting its programs offered to the community. Strong emphasis
should be placed on appropriate recreational structures.
6. The City shall continuously evaluate its park system and new
recreation programs to accommodate special interest groups.
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V. TYPES OF PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITIES
INVENTORY OF CURRENT RECREATIONAL FAQILITI
Usable Land For
Neighborhood Total Acres Recreation
Santa Rosa Elementary School 12.57 7.5
Monterey Rd. Elementary School 12.75 7.6
Oak Hill Continuation School 12.05 8.4
San Gabriel Elementary School 13.67 6.8
Subtotal: 51.04 30.3
Community
Atascadero Junior High School 23.34 16.3
Atascadero Senior High School 41.00 20.5
Sunken Gardens 1.00 1.00
Paloma Creek Park* 23.00 23.00
Traffic Way Park 6.20 6.20
Atascadero Lake Park 50.00 50.00
Subtotal: 144.54 117.00
Regional
Heilman Regional Park/ 200.00 200.00
Chalk Mtn. Golf Course*
Subtotal: 200.00 200.04
TOTAL: 395.58 347.3
*Recreational facilities located outside of City boundaries.
_TREQUTI Ate* RRMNATIONAL ACLWR NEEDS
Type of Perk Acreage Standard(j)
Mini 16 .50 acres/1000 population
Neighborhood 82 2.5 acres/1000 population
Community 164 5 acres/1000 population
Regional 164 5 acres/1000 population
Total. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 426
(1) Applied to 32,800 person population holding capacity.
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COMPARISON OF USABLE ACREAGE M ACREAGE NEEDS
Usable Theoretical +Excess/
Location Acreage Need -Deficiency
Northeast Quadrant 31.9 77 acres -45
Southeast Quadrant 23.0 79 acres -56
Southwest Quadrant 64.3 30 acres +34
Northwest Quadrant 28. 1 76 acres -48
Regional 200.0 164 acres +36.0
TOTAL: 347.3 426 acres -79
VI. POLICY AND IMPLEMENTATION
PROPOSED QgALS, OBJECTIVES, MM POLICIES
The following goals, objectives, and policies are recommended
which respond to those issues identified by the
public during public meetings:
CITY-WIDE ¢GALS, OBJECTIVES, M POLICIES
Goal is To purchase needed parklands for future development of park
and recreation facilities.
Objective 1: To provide an adequate supply and equitable
geographic distribution of parklands based on the existing and
projected distribution of the City's population.
Objective 2: To use the park and recreation and open space
standards recommended by the National Park and Recreation
Association (NRPA) as minimum standards for the acquisition of
additional parklands with modifications based on City needs.
Goal Z: To provide an adequate supply of City park facilities to
all Atascadero residents.
Objective I: To provide an adequate supply and equitable
geographic distribution of City parks facilities based on the
existing and projected distribution of the City's population.
Objective 2: To use the park and recreation and open space
standards recommended by the National Park and Recreation
Association (NRPA) as minimum standards for establishing needs for
additional parklands and facilities with modifications based on
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City needs.
In order to meet the above goal and objectives, the City should
utilize the following policies relating to public parks and
recreation facilities:
GENERAL CITY PARR POLICIES
1. The Parks and Recreation Commission should continue to provide
advisory services to the City Council and Parks and Recreation
Director for the future management and development of the City Park
system.
2. Adopted park plans should be updated and implemented for
existing city parks. Park plans should be developed for all parks
without plans and in need of improvement.
3. The following parkland standards should be used to evaluate
existing need and accommodate future growth:
**Mini-parks: 1/2 acre per 1000 population
**Neighborhood Parks: 2 1/2 acres per 1000 population
**Community Parks: 5 acres per 1000 population
**Regional Parks: 5 acres per 1000 population
4. The following facility development standards should be used to
evaluate existing and future heeds:
**Softball diamond: 1 per 2500 population
**Baseball diamond (60' bases) : 1 per 2500 population.
**Baseball diamond: 1 per 8000 population (1 per 30,000 if
lighted)
**Community Center: 1 per 25,000 population
**Swimming Pools: 1 per 10,000 population
**Tennis Courts: 1 per 2000 population
**Football/Soccer Fields: 1 per 5040 population
**Outdoor Basketball Courts: 1 per 5000 population
**Public Golf Course: 1 per 25,000 population
**Outdoor Theater: 1 per 20,000
**Picnic Shelters: 1 per 5000 population*
**Picnic Tables: 1 per 400 population*
**Horseshoes Courts: 1 per 3000 population*
**Volleyball Courts: l per 5000 population
**Handball/Racquetball Courts: 1 per 8000 population
**Trail System
Hiking: l mile per 4000 population
Nature: 1 mile per 2500 population
Bicycle: 1 mile per 2000 population
Equestrian: 1 mile per 6250 population
Exercise: 1 trail per 7500 population
**Gymnasium: 1 per 14,000 population
**Amphitheater: 1 per '5,000 population*
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* No national standard recommended. Local standard recommended
based on projected need.
5. Locations proposed for future City parks should be schematic,
and may be located on any suitable lands in the general vicinity.
6. The Recreation Element should be used as a guide for developing
additional park and recreation facilities.
7. Parklands, open space easements, scenic easements, and public
access easements may be acquired by the City by purchase
negotiations, gifts, and through conditions placed on approvals of
development plans.
8. A Parks and Recreation Master Plan shall be developed to
provide for the long term development needs of the City. This plan
is the logical outgrowth of the Recreation Element.
***Policies Related to Mini, Neighborhood, agd ¢ommunfy Parks
1. The City should provide mini, neighborhood, and/or community
parks in each geographic quadrant of the City.
2. Where a city-wide recreation need is demonstrated in an area
adjacent to county jurisdiction, cooperative park/facility
development programs are encouraged on a cost-sharing basis. Joint
power agreements between the City and County should be developed to
provide for the acquisition and/or development and operation of
parks in this context.
3. The City should encourage park development on existing sites
located adjacent to elementary, junior and senior high schools when
possible to benefit from shared use of land and facilities. A joint
use agreement with the Atascadero Unif ied School District should be
formalized to develop necessary agreements for cost sharing
arrangements for parks near schools and to develop the necessary
agreements to cover park maintenance and operation.
4. The City should develop park facilities in the City based on
identified needs and budgetary restrictions. Needs were identified
during a series of public sessions in October, November, and
December 1987.
Goal 3 To provide some specialized recreation opportunities in
each quadrant of the city, including, but not limited to, swimming
pools, multi-purpose sports complex.. tennis courts, recreation
center, play areas for children, equestrian trails, bike and
jogging paths, and community center.
Objective 1: To provide an adequate supply of specialized
recreation facilities in each quadrant of the city based on
existing and projected population distribution.
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Objective 2: To use facility standards as adopted by the National
Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) and local needs in
determining the total number of needed specialized recreational
facilities.
Objective 3: To evaluate needed improvements in each quadrant of
the city, and develop facilities in priority order based on need
and available funding.
***Policies R21at6d to 8pecializzed Recreational Facilities
1. The City should provide specialized recreation opportunities
based on projected need and standards established.
2. In determining development priority for specialized facilities,
the City shall evaluate current inventory, needs based on
standards, and type of funding available.
3. The City shall apply for grants whenever possible to finance
development of special facilities.
4. The City and Atascadero Unified School District shall, when
possible, cooperate to jointly develop special facilities.
Goal 4: Provide a wide range of recreational activities and
creative experiences for all age groups, designed to encourage and
educate participants in today's leisure society while still
striving to achieve their desired degree of self-fulfillment.
Objective 1: Develop a recreation program for all groups.
* Objective 1: Develop a balanced recreation program for all
groups.
Objective 2: Develop for approval by the City Council and
Atascadero Board of Education a joint powers agreement for usage
of recreational facilities in the Atascadero Unified School
District and City of Atascadero.
Objective 3: The city will continuously evaluate its recreation
programs to determine the extent of their use, and will support and
expand recreation programs for which there is a large demand and
sufficient staff exists to provide the needed service. The more
specialized a recreation program, the more financially self-
supporting it should become.
In order to provide, for recreation activity needs in the community,
the following policies should be adopted:
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1. A program evaluation should be completed by each program
participant providing a rating of that specific activity. This
evaluation will be a key factor in determining the future of the
program.
2. The Recreation Division shall constantly seek adequate
facilities for new and/or existing programs.
3 . A community center should be developed in the city for providing
activities.
4. The City should continue to work closely with the School
District to insure a close working relationship for continued
cooperation for use of school facilities for recreation programs.
VII. THE FINANCIAL PLAN
INTRODUCTION
As part of the Parks and Recreation Element, the City Council
will adopt a set of financing goals and policies. Adoption of these
policies will require decisions regarding the most cost effective
methods to finance the implementation of the Parks and Recreation
Element.
FINANCING GOALS POLICIES
The following financing goals and policies are proposed for
the Parks and Recreation Element:
Goal 1: Develop a method of financing park and recreation
facilities and services throughout the City using a variety of
revenue sources. The financing methods sources should provide the
capability to pay for;
--Operations, maintenance, and rehabilitation of existing
parks to maintain the current service levels.
--Completion of existing park improvement plans.
-Land acquisition, capital improvements, rehabilitation,
operations and maintenance of new community facilities.
The plan must have the ability to fund long term
capital project needs.
PARxB MM RBS=A"IOWESL,SENT FIMWXNG POLICIES
1.The City should finance land acquisition, capital improvements,
and rehabilitation of the Element program through a combination of
the following approaches:
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--General obligation Bonds
--Revenue Bonds
--Mello Roos Community Facilities District Bonds
--City General Fund tax increases
--Lease Purchase
--Donations
--Foundation Support
--Joint Funding (City/County, City/School)
--Public-private Joint Ventures
--Subdivision fees
--General Fund
Neighborhood Assessments
--Parkland dedication fees
--Grants (State, Federal, Foundation, Corporate)
--Creative Financing
--Gas Tax Revenue
--Local Transportation Fund
2 . A five year Capital Improvement Program should be used as a
means to assist in the planning for acquisition, improvement, and
rehabilitation of City park facilities.
3. New parks should be developed and existing parks should be
expanded when a financing plan for the park providing for the
improvements and the on-going operating and maintenance costs is
approved by the City Council.
4. A City Grant Specialist should be utilized to obtain any Federal
or State Grant. for development of facilities consistent with the
new General Plan. To the maximum extent possible, all private
donations should be pursued also.
4. Use should be made, to the maximum extent possible, of any
federal and/or state grants and private donations for development
of facilities consistent with the General Plan.
5. A City-wide development fee ordinance adopted pursuant to the
Quimby Act should be applicable to new subdivisions. Developers
should contribute to provision of adequate and appropriate public
park and recreation facilities by the dedication of land or by the
payment of fees in-lieu. Due to the fact that sub-divisions are
doubtful in the City, Quimby Act funding is not a likely source of
funding for Atascadero.
Development fees should be periodically adjusted by ordinance
to adequately take care of Parks and Recreation Department needs.
This should be applicable to all new residential/multi-
family/commercial construction not subject to the Quimby Act
ordinance. (Note: new residential units in existing subdivisions
and units in small scale developments will be exempt from the
Quimby Act ordinance) .
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6. The City should establish a land acquisition reserve fund to
purchase areas of high recreation or scenic potential in parts of
the City now lacking adequate park facilities.
7. Where a city-wide recreation need is demonstrated in an area
which is under county jurisdiction, cooperative park development
programs are encouraged on a cost sharing basis.
S. The Zoo Division should continue to be under an Enterprise
Budget System, with all revenues received being available for zoo
commitments to the City and to pay for Capital Projects.
9. The City should consider the following options for funding the
maintenance of its park and recreation system:
--User Fees
--City-wide maintenance district
-Use of General Fund Revenues
10. The City's primary responsibility should be to pay for the
operations and maintenance of existing park facilities. A second
high priority is to help in funding needed community and
neighborhood facilities.
11. Where a specialized facility provides personal benefits to a
special or restricted interest, the facility could be designated as
a special revenue fund activity in which operating and maintenance
costs will be partly or fully self-supporting from user fees and/or
concession revenues. Park facilities subject to this policy could
include equestrian centers, off highway vehicle facilities, model
car tracks, camping areas, etc.
12. In-Lieu fees should be considered as a funding source for the
development of mini-parks in the City.
13. Adequate funding sources must be developed for short term parks
and recreation needs.
GENERAL 7XNANCINa $3a
It will be necessary to finance needed parks and recreation
projects by incorporating a mix of techniques available to pay for
park and facility development and operations. The following
analysis presents a general financing plan that will guide the City
during implementation of the Parks and Recreation Element.
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The Plan
Under the general financing plan, the City will seek to
maximize revenues and assistance from the following existing
sources:
Federal and State Grants
User Fees
City General Fund (continuation of existing support)
Donations, volunteer labor, foundation grants, and special events
Development Fees
The City could finance all elements of the Park System not
funded through the General Financing Plan from a combination of
the following revenue sources:
--Development Fees on new residential development.
--Adjustment in the current development fees already in
place. A Facility Survey of other San Luis Obispo
County cities provides development fee information in
these cities. This can be used to compare fees in
Atascadero with other cities in the area.
--General Obligation Bonds
--Mello Roos Community Facilities District Bonds
--Increase in General Fund Support
--Revenue Bonds
--Lease Purchase
--Joint Financing
---Public-Private Joint Ventures
--Gas Tax Revenues
-Local Transportation Fund
--Sales Tax Override
The following paragraphs briefly review the use of these new
funding sources:
QpiMby Act Park Dedication peg and Park DeveloRpAut Feea
The Quimby Act (Government Code Section 66477) provides that
a city may, by ordinance, require the dedication of land or impose
mitigation fees on residential subdivisions as a means of providing
park and recreation facilities to serve the subdivision"s expanded
population.
The land, fees, or combination thereof are to be used only for
the purpose of developing new or rehabilitating existing
neighborhood, community park or recreation facilities to serve the
subdivision. The Quimby Act specifies a number of specific rules
and regulations governing the amount of fees/dedications, and use of
the land and resulting revenues.
While the Quimby Act Ordinance will apply to many residential
development projects, there are many new residential units that may
be developed that are exempt from the Quimby Act. These new units
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would include development in subdivisions created prior to the
enactment of the Ordinance and residential developments that are
exempt because of other considerations. The City should enact a
supplemental park development fee ordinance that applies to the new
residential units exempt from the Quimby Act so that all new
residential development contributes fairly to the development of
the park system. As earlier stated, because subdivisions in
Atascadero are uncommon, this is not a strong funding source for
the City.
Adjustment to Current City Development Fees
In 1990, the City received $0.337 per square foot for
single family homes and $0.593 per square foot for multi-family
construction, and 0.070 per squae foot for commercial development.
Amounts collected are substantially less than other comparable
agencies, and will not provide needed revenues for the City.
General obligation Bonds
The City's voters could approve a general obligation bond to
finance needed park improvements with a 2/3 majority vote. This
option should be considered as a means to pay for a major share of
land acquisition, capital improvements and rehabilitation of the
park system outlined in the Parks and Recreation Element or Park
Master Plan when developed. If approved, the bond would be repaid
by an ad valorem tax override.
X6110 Roos Community Facilities Digtrict Bonds
Legislation was passed which enables public agencies to form
a special district to erect special facilities. This could be used
to f finance all aspects of park development and operation not funded
from other sources. This would require a 2/3 vote of the qualified
electors of the district that would receive the benefit. The Board
of Directors would set the assessment levy and be responsible for
determining appropriate park improvements. The assessment fee also
must be approved by a 2/3 vote. The Community Facilities District
could pay for park operations and improvements either on a "pay as
you go" basis or through issuing an assessment bond.
GSUOK&I FUR4 Revenues
At the present time it appears unlikely that the City could
use General Fund revenues above present levels to finance needed
park improvements, either through reallocation or increased taxes.
However, this option may be available at some time during the
planning period and should remain an option.
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The Gann Expenditure Limitation (Proposition 4) will limit the
City's ability to raise general fund revenues for the park system.
The City is near its expenditure limit which may preclude use of
general fund monies for parks without a voter approved
authorization to increase the spending limit.
RevegUe Bonds
The City may use revenue bonds to finance land acquisition and
capital improvements for park facilities that generate revenues
from user fees or concessions. This technique would most
appropriately apply to equestrian centers, swimming pools, and
other special interest facilities.
Lease Rurchase
The City could prepare specifications for a needed park
project and take steps to have it constructed by a private company
or authority. The facility is then leased by the municipality at an
annual or monthly rental. At the end of the lease period, the title
to the facility can be conveyed to the municipality without any
future payments. The rental over the years will have paid the total
original cost plus interest. This method has been used successfully
in parkland purchases.
Joint. Financing
An ever increasing number of cities and counties are finding
that there is benefit to both jurisdictions for joint development
of a project. The construction of city-county office buildings,
development of joint sanitary landfill sites, and obtaining county
funding for a part of the costs of ambulance and fire fighting
equipment (in exchange for service to rural areas) are examples.
This avenue of funding should be explored. A related example to
consider is the South County Regional Center where County services
are provided to all South County residents.
folic-Private JoiAt Ygu&ures
A fast growing new financing method that many local government
agencies are using to finance public capital improvements is joint
private funding. In this method of financing public improvements
are made with private funds and a private entrepreneur then
receives revenue from the improvements. This controversial funding
method also requires a revenue providing capability for any capital
project in order for private entrepreneurs to realize a profit.
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Gas Tax Fund
The development of Bikeways alongside roadways in the City was
identified as a high priority item. A possible funding source is
the utilization of gas tax revenues to help in the development of
bikeways. To utilize this fund, the bikeways must be immediately
adjacent to the streets.
Local Transportation Fund
This is another fund which has identified some funding sources
for the development of bikeways. This fund has the potential of
bikeways which are not necessarily a part of the street system in
the City. Funding, however, is currently very limited, but should
be explored.
MALES TAX OVERRIDE
A one-half cent tax override, if approved by the voters, could
be used to help fund needed city projects. This could included many
of the projects outlined in this plan.
PARR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMING
The City should have in place an on-going five year capital
Improvement Program that guides the implementation of the proposed
park projects consistent with the needs. As a park facility enters
the planning process, it will be added to the appropriate year in
the CIP schedule. This will inform the community about the status
of their park in the development process. This also enables park
promoters to generate donations and other volunteer actions.
Each expansion or rehabilitation project should have a
financial plan that specifies the sources of revenues to pay for
planning, land acquisition, capital improvements, rehabilitation,
and operations and maintenance. The financing plan should be
developed at the same time the park facilities are designed.
It is critical that the CIP system be developed and maintained
to guide the implementation of needed park improvement projects.
Even though many of the proposed financing sources face
considerable difficulty getting approved, many requiring a 2/3
voter approval, a sound CIP program will enable the City to
maximize use of existing financial resources. The CIP program will
also aid the City in responding to demands for park improvements
from community groups by showing where specific parks stand in the
planning and development process.
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VIII. DEVELOPMENT PRIORITIES
To meet the recommended goals, priorities for developing and
acquiring park and recreation facilities are:
* Insure that adequate parkland space is available for the
development of future park facilities by acquiring parklands in the
community.
* Develop a multi-purpose community center in the City.
* Build new neighborhood parks in quadrants of the city
that do not have them. Need to utilize available school sites for
quadrant parks.
* Complete recreation facilities in existing City parks.
* Provide a basic structure and framework for a city-wide
trails system, including hiking, equestrian, and bicycling trails.
* Develop special recreation facilities which may not be
included in neighborhood or community parks.
* Development of an Open Space Element
These priorities will guide preparation of the parks portion
of the city's annual capital improvement program (CIP) . The precise
scheduling of park projects will be influenced by financial
conditions that change from year to year.
The city will review the Parks and Recreation Element at least
every five years to consider changing priorities and schedules for
acquisition and development.
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I%, DEVELOPMENT SCHEDULE AND GUIDELINES
TABLE 1 t PARKS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM 1988-2007
Development Project Type of
Period Name Proiect
1988-1992 Traffic tray Park Development
Lake Park improvement Lake Development
Paloma Park Phase II Development
Property Acquisition-
Community Center Acquisition
Property Acquisition-
NE Quadrant Acquisition
Roo Improvements Development
Master Plan Document Planning
Lake Pavilion Replacement
Trail Development Development
Lake Park Parking Lot Rehabilitation
Recreation Activity Development
Building
Tennis Court Lighting Development
Alvord Field Irrigation ,
Creekaay Development Development
Community Center Development
1993-1997 Property Acquisition-
community Fool Development
NW Quadrant Acquisition
Bikeways/Trails system Development
Salinas River Lease/Development.
Northeast Quadrant Park Development 1998-2002
NW Quadrant Park Development
Community Park (North) Development
Paloma Park Purchase Acquisition/
Lease
Lake Park Improvements Development
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2003-2007 River Access (Salinas- Development
Atascadero & Graves
Creek
Atascadero Creek/Graves Development
Creek Trails
stadium Park Development
TABLE 2
Atascadero Parks and Recreation Element
Estimated Costs to Implement Element Program
Land Acquisition Capital Improvements
Acres Cost per Total Acres Cost per
Project Purchased Acre Cost Developed Acre Total
Traffic Way --- -- --- 6 $ 40,000
Park
Lake Park --- --- - - 25 ---
Improvement
(Water Project)
Paloma Park- --- --- --- 6 $ 30,000
Phase II
Community 4 $125,000 $500,000 -- ---
Center
NE Quadrant 45 $40,000 $1,800,000 --- -
Zoo - --- 3
Community -- --- -- 4 --
Center
NE Quadrant --- -- --- 45 $ 35,000
NW Quadrant 48 $40,000 $1,920,004 --- ---
Bikeways --- --- --_ 16mi $ 25,000
Master Plan --- --- --- --- ---
Lake Pavilion --- --- --- --- $1, 100,000
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TABLE 2
Atascadero Parks and Recreation Element
Estimated Costs to Implement Element Program
Project Land AggMisition Capital Improvements
Acres Cost per Total Acres Cost per
Purchased Acre Cost Developed Acre Total
NW Quadrant --- -- -- 48 $40,000
Park
Mini-Parks 8 $50,000 $400,000 8 $20,000
Salinas --- --- --- ---
River
Community --- --- -- -- ---
Pool
Paloma Park 23 -0 -0- --- - -
Purchase
Lake Park ---- - - 10 $10,000
Atascadero
Creek/Graves
Creek Trails --- --- -- - $75,000
River Access -- --- __.. -__ $75,000
(Salinas from
Creek Areas)
Activity
Building (Lake)
Tennis Court
Lighting
Land Acquisition Capital Improvements
TOTAL COSTS $5,540,000 $9,5251000
GRAND TOTAL: $150065,040
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RESOLUTION NO. 18-91
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ATASCADERO, CALIFORNIA
ESTABLISHING FEES FOR NOTARIAL SERVICES
WHEREAS, Sections 8206, 8211 and 8223 of the Government Code
provide that certain fees may be collected for notarial services;
and
WHEREAS, it is appropriate to establish such fees to offset
notary commission fees paid by the City of Atascadero.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that the Atascadero City
Council does hereby adopt the following fees for notarial services:
Acknowledgments $ 5.00 per signature
Jurats $ 5.00 per signature
Immigration Forms $10.00 for each set of forms,
not including fee for
jurat or acknowledgment
Depositions $10.00 for all deposition
services, not including
$2.00 for oath and $2.00
for certificate
Protest of Nonpayment $ 4.00
Notice of Protest $ 2.00
Recording a Protest $ 2.00
Photocopy of a
Journal. Entry $ .30 per copy of a Notary
journal entry
On motion by Councilmember Dexter, seconded by Councilmember
Borgeson, the foregoing resolution is hereby adopted in its
entirety on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Sheirs, Borgeson, Dexter, Ni.mmo and Mayor
Lilley
NOES None
ABSENT: None
Resolution 18-91
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ADOPTED: March 12, 1991
By•
ROB RT B. LILLEY, Mar
ATTEST:
tk
E DA , Ci Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
AR gER N
MOT ,
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Attorney
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
RAY WINDSOR, City Manager