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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRC_2004-10-21_AgendaPacketREGULAR SESSION: CITY OF A TASCADERO PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION AGENDA Thursday, October 21, 2004 7:00 P.M. Atascadero Lake Pavilion 9315 Pismo Avenue Atascadero, California 7:00 P.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: ROLL CALL: INTRODUCTIONS: Chairperson: Vice -Chairperson: Commissioner: Commissioner: Commissioner: Commissioner: Commissioner: Student Representative Gail Kudlac Eric Gobler Barbie Butz Jay Sechrist Rick Mathews Sandy Jack Carmelita Castaneda Vacant COMMUNITY FORUM: (This portion of the meeting is reserved for persons wanting to address the Commission on any matter not on this agenda and over which the Commission has jurisdiction. Speakers are limited to five minutes. Please state your name and address for the record before making your presentation. The Commission may take action to direct the staff to place a matter of business on a future agenda. A maximum of 30 minutes will be allowed for Community Forum, unless changed by the Commission.) APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Roll Call COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REPORTS: (On their own initiative, Commission Members may make a brief announcement or a brief report on their own activities. Commission Members may ask a question for clarification, make a referral to staff or take action to have staff place a matter of business on a future agenda. The Commission may take action on items listed on the Agenda.) A. CONSENT CALENDAR: (All items on the consent calendar are considered to be routine and non -controversial by City staff and will be approved by one motion if no member of the Commission or public wishes to comment or ask questions. If comment or discussion is desired by anyone, the item will be removed from the consent calendar and will be considered in the listed sequence with an opportunity for any member of the public to address the Commission concerning the item before action is taken.) 1. Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes — September 9, 2004 ■ Staff recommendation: Commission approve the Parks and Recreation Commission minutes of the meeting of September 9, 2004. [Community Services] B. PRESENTATIONS - NONE C. PUBLIC HEARINGS - NONE D. MANAGEMENT REPORTS: 1. Request for Memorial Bench at Atascadero Lake Park & Review of New Receiver Sites ■ Fiscal impact: Donor will cover bench installation costs. ■ Staff recommendation: Parks and Recreation Commission recommend approval of Boneso memorial bench and proposed receiver sites at the Lake Park. (Community Services) 2. Youth/ Recreation Center Project Update ■ Fiscal impact: Currently budget project funds, and approximately $6 million dollars in FEMA funding. Annual operating costs will be determined by final project scope. ■ Staff Recommendation: Parks and Recreation Commission review report and provide input on the expanded scope of the project. (Community Services) 2 3. Atascadero Lake Park Capital Project List ■ Fiscal Impact: $100,000 in budgeted funds for parks improvements. Additional resources from Babe Ruth Baseball and other sources will be needed to complete all of the projects. ■ Staff Recommendation: Parks and Recreation Commission approve the Capital Improvement Project list for Atascadero Lake Park. E. COMMITTEE & LIAISON REPORTS: (The following represent standing committees. Informative status reports will be given, as felt necessary.): 1. Atascadero Community Coalition Report — Commissioner Butz 2. Atascadero Youth Task Force, next meeting Nov.2nd, 2004 at 7:00am. F. STAFF COMMENTS/ ANNOUNCEMENTS: 1. Halloween "Movie in the Sunken Gardens", Friday Oct. 22nd at 7:00pm 2. Zoo Boo, Sat. Oct. 29th, at the Charles Paddock Zoo 3. Salvation Army Bell Ringing Kick -Off, Wed. Nov. 17, 1:30pm Sax Alley 4. Council appointment process to the Recreation Commission (No change). 5. Sunken Gardens Lighting Ceremony, Wed. Dec. 8th, at 6:OOpm. 6. Aquatics Grant Update G. ADJOURNMENT: THE NEXT PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING WILL BE A REGULAR SESSION SCHEDULED FOR NOVEMBER 18, 2004 AT 7:00 P.M. IN THE PAVILION ON THE LAKE ROTARY ROOM. I, Shannon Sims, Administrative Assistant of the City of Atascadero, declare under the penalty of perjury that the foregoing agenda for the October 21, 2004 Regular Session of the Atascadero Parks and Recreation Commission was posted on Friday, October 15, 2004 at Atascadero City Hall Annex, 6905 EI Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422 and was available for public review in the Customer Service Center at that location. Signed this 15th day of October, 2004 at Atascadero, California. Shannon Sims, Administrative Assistant City of Atascadero 3 City ofAtascadero WELCOME TO THE ATASCADERO PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING The Parks and Recreation Commission meet in regular session on the third Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m., in the Pavilion on the Lake, located at 9315 Pismo. The Parks and Recreation Commission consider matters in the order of the printed Agenda. Copies of the staff reports or other documentation relating to each item of business referred to on the Agenda are on file in the Community Services Department and are available for public inspection during City Hall Annex, 9605 El Camino Real, Suite 6, during business hours at the Central Receptionist counter and on our website; www.atascadero.org. An agenda packet is also available for public review at the Atascadero Library, 6850 Morro Road. All documents submitted by the public during Parks and Recreation Commission meetings that are either read into the record or referred to in their statement will be noted in the minutes and available for review in the Community Services Department. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in a City meeting or other services offered by this City, please contact the Community Services Department at (805) 461- 5000. Notification of at least 48 hours prior to the meeting or time when services are needed, will assist the City staff in assuring that reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibility to the meeting or service. TO SPEAK ON AGENDA ITEMS Members of the audience may speak on any item on the agenda. The Parks and Recreation Chairperson will identify the subject, staff will give their report, and the Commission will ask questions of staff. The Chairperson will announce when the public comment period is open and will request anyone interested to address the Commission regarding the matter being considered to step up to the podium. If you wish to speak for, against or comment in any way: • You must approach the podium and be recognized by the Chairperson • Give your name and address (not required) • Make your statement • All comments should be made to the Chairperson and Commission • All comments limited to 5 minutes (unless changed by the Commission) • No one may speak for a second time until everyone wishing to speak has had an opportunity to do so, and no one may speak more than twice on any item. The Chairperson will announce when the public comment period is closed, and thereafter, no further public comments will be heard by the Commission. TO SPEAK ON SUBJECTS NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA Under Agenda item, "COMMUNITY FORUM", the Chairperson will call for anyone from the audience having business with the Parks and Recreation Commission to: • Please approach the podium and be recognized • Give your name and address (not required) • State the nature of your business This is the time items not on the Agenda may be brought to the Commission's attention. A maximum of 30 minutes will be allowed for Community Forum (unless changed by the Commission). TO HAVE ITEMS PLACED ON AGENDA All business matters to appear on the Agenda must be in the Office of the Community Services Department 14 days preceding the Parks and Recreation Commission meeting. Should you have a matter you wish to bring before the Commission, please mail or bring a written communication to the Community Services Department in the City Hall Annex prior to the deadline. Cl ITEM NUMBER: A - 1 DATE: 10-21-04 CITY OF A TASCADERO PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION DRAFT MINUTES THURSDAY, September 9, 2004 7:00 P.M. REGULAR SESSION: 7:00 P.M. Chairperson Kudlac called the meeting to order at 7:08 p.m. and Commissioner Butz led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL: Present: Commissioners Butz, Jack, Mathews, Sechrist, Gobler and Chairperson Kudlac Absent: Commissioner Castaneda Staff Present: Community Services Director Brady Cherry, Deputy Public Works Director Geoff English, Deputy Community Development Director Steve McHarris, Recreation Supervisor Paula Anton and Recording Secretary Grace Pucci. COMMUNITY FORUM: Eric Greening spoke about the Sunken Gardens area and urged the Commission to restate their case for additional public comment. He announced that the Citizen's Advisory Committee for the Anza Trail would be meeting November 12, 13 and 14 at Mission San Antonio de Padua. Chairperson Kudlac closed the Community Forum period. PR Comm Draft Minutes 09/09/04 Page 1 of 6 ITEM NUMBER: A - 1 DATE: 10-21-04 There was Commission consensus that staff would forward the Commission's recommendation for the Sunken Gardens from their last meeting to the City Council. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: MOTION: By Vice Chairperson Gobler and seconded by Commissioner Butz to approve the agenda. Motion passed 6:0 by a roll -call vote. COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REPORTS: Commissioner Sechrist asked when the Youth Center plans would be sent back to the Parks and Recreation Commission. Community Services Director Brady Cherry stated they would be considered at the October 21St meeting. Commissioner Butz announced that the Atascadero Youth Task Force is presenting a "Back to School Kickoff" on Tuesday, October 5t" at 7:00 a.m. This event will serve as the regular meeting of the Youth Task Force for October. Commissioner Mathews announced that the garden surrounding the Lake Pavilion would receive a substantial renovation this fall by volunteers from the Atascadero Native Tree Association. A. CONSENT CALENDAR: 1. Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes — July 15, 2004 ■ Staff recommendation: Commission approve the Parks and Recreation Commission minutes of the meeting of July 15, 2004. [Community Services] MOTION: By Commissioner Butz and seconded by Commissioner Jack to approve Item #A-1. Motion passed 6:0 by a voice vote. B. PRESENTATIONS - NONE C. PUBLIC HEARINGS - NONE PR Comm Draft Minutes 09/09/04 Page 2 of 6 ITEM NUMBER: A - 1 DATE: 10-21-04 D. MANAGEMENT REPORTS: 1. Skate Park Design Concept Plans and Relocation ■ Fiscal impact: $150,000 Budgeted funds based upon construction bids. ■ Staff recommendation: Parks and Recreation Commission recommend approval of the Conceptual Design and the use potential community partnerships and phasing of improvements to complete the preferred alternative. (Community Services) Community Services Director Brady Cherry with Recreation Supervisor Paula Anton gave a brief overview of the project and answered questions of the Commission. Steve Rose and Mike Taylor, Purkiss Rose Design Team, explained the proposed skate park conceptual design and answered questions of the Commission. PUBLIC COMMENT John Neilson expressed his concerns regarding this proposed design and suggested it be made more aesthetically pleasing for those who would be using it. Eric Greening suggested the Commission look into the possibility of utilizing redevelopment funds for this project and that the skate board community be asked how they would like this project to be phased. Kevin Brown stated that phase two and three of this design are more appealing than the prefab units of phase one. Derek Carnes suggested the best way to proceed would be to develop phase one and two at same time. Kevin Brown stated that if phase one is built he hopes there would be some flexibility on altering some of the elements as the project proceeds. Chairperson Kudlac closed the Public Comment period. There was Commission discussion about funding sources and possible options for phasing the project. MOTION: By Vice Chairperson Gobler and seconded by Commissioner Butz to accept the conceptual design and allow staff to move forward. Motion passed 6:0 by a roll -call vote. PR Comm Draft Minutes 09/09/04 Page 3 of 6 ITEM NUMBER: A - 1 DATE: 10-21-04 2. Request for BMX Track at ANZA Park Site ■ Fiscal impact: None directly to the City. ■ Staff recommendation: 1. Parks and Recreation Commission recommend that an archeological and environmental determination be made for the proposed site, and hold public hearings on the Anza Park master plan design after the Water Company property is secured for park uses by the City. Community Services Director Cherry provided the staff report and answered questions of the Commission. Two additional sites for the track were discussed. Allison Williams, Friends of Atascadero BMX, spoke about the association's needs and answered questions of the Commission. Ms. Williams distributed a memo on the proposed track and guidelines for NBL BMX track construction to the Commission. (Exhibit A) Susan Scholl, BMX association, spoke about parking for BMX events. PUBLIC COMMENT Eric Greening stated that his concerns regarding having this area open to the public have been answered and that he would like to see this use happen in the best possible location. Chairperson Kudlac closed the Public Comment period. There was Commission consensus to direct staff to work with the BMX Association to determine which of the three alternatives is the preferred site, and if it is the Water Company site, to work on the issues of zoning and take a proposal to the Water Company and then bring the user agreement back to the Commission for consideration. Chairperson Kudlac recessed the hearing at 9:31 p.m. Chairperson Kudlac called the meeting back to order at 9:43 p.m. 3. Review of Dove Creek Project Proposed Park Parcels ■ Fiscal impact: None. ■ Staff Recommendation: Parks and Recreation Commission review and provide input on the park amenities and desired use patterns of four park parcels in the proposed Dove Creek project. PR Comm Draft Minutes 09/09/04 Page 4 of 6 ITEM NUMBER: A - 1 DATE: 10-21-04 Community Services Director Cherry explained that the following three items were informational only, as they are private developments and have been brought forth at the suggestion of the Community Development Director. Deputy Community Development Director Steve McHarris provided the staff report and answered questions of the Commission. 4. Review of West Front Mixed -Use Project Proposed Park ■ Fiscal impact: None. ■ Staff Recommendation: Parks and Recreation Commission review and provide input on the park amenities in the proposed West Front Mixed- use project. Deputy Community Development Director Steve McHarris provided the staff report and answered questions of the Commission. Richard Shannon, project developer, explained their plans for maintenance of the park in this development. 5. Review of EI Camino Real/Principal Avenue Project Proposed Park ■ Fiscal impact: None. ■ Staff Recommendation: Parks and Recreation Commission review and provide input on the park amenities in the proposed EI Camino Real/Principal Avenue Mixed -Use project. Deputy Community Development Director Steve McHarris provided the staff report and answered questions of the Commission. Commissioner Mathews expressed concern with chemicals used on the turf area going into the creek. Mr. McHarris stated that staff would note the concern and look into it tomorrow. E. COMMITTEE & LIAISON REPORTS: 1. Atascadero Recreation Center Committee — Next meeting To Be Announced 2. Atascadero Youth Task Force- next meeting October 5, 2004, 7:00 a.m. Pavilion Lakeside Room. PR Comm Draft Minutes 09/09/04 Page 5 of 6 ITEM NUMBER: A - 1 DATE: 10-21-04 F. STAFF COMMENTS/ ANNOUNCEMENTS: Community Services Director Brady Cherry gave the following reports: 1. Author David Hoobler will appear at the Zoo, Sat. Sept. 11th at 11:00 am 2. Colony Days, Sat. Oct. 16th, Downtown 3. Halloween "Movie in the Park", Fri. Oct. 29th, Sunken Gardens, 7:00 pm. (date may be changed to October 22nd) 4. Charles Paddock Zoo Halloween Zoo Boo, Sat. Oct. 30th 5. Youth Recreation Center construction bid update and revised schedule. 6. Fall Recreation Guide G. ADJOURNMENT: Chairperson Kudlac adjourned the meeting at 10:35 p.m. to the next regularly scheduled meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission on October 21, 2004. MEETING RECORDED AND MINUTES PREPARED BY: Grace Pucci, Recording Secretary The following exhibits are available for review in the Community Services Department: Exhibit A — Allison Williams, memo and guidelines. PR Comm Draft Minutes 09/09/04 Page 6 of 6 ITEM NUMBER: D - 1 DATE: 10-21-04 Atascadero Parks and Recreation Commission Staff Report — Community Services Department Request to Place a Memorial Bench at Atascadero Lake Park RECOMMENDATION: Parks and Recreation Commission recommend approval of a request by Sandy Boneso to install a Memorial Bench at Atascadero Lake Park in honor of husband, a former Atascadero resident. DISCUSSION: Background: The City of Atascadero has received a request to install a Memorial bench in Atascadero Lake Park in honor of Mr. Boneso a former resident of Atascadero. Previously, the Atascadero Parks and Recreation Commission identified four (4) locations in Atascadero Lake Park for the installation of such Memorial Benches. (Attachment #3) Memorial benches have been approved previously by the City Council for three of the four Memorial Bench sites established near the playground. This is the final approved Memorial Bench site available at this location. Specific colors and construction styles have been determined for Memorial benches. The Parks and Recreation Commission has reviewed and recommended approval of the proposed bench styles and locations. The requesting family will be responsible to cover all costs related to the installation of this bench. Analysis: The Policy on the Naming of Public Buildings, Parks and Other Public Facilities includes a provision to be followed by staff for the recognition of individuals. SECTION II, E. "In addition to the naming of public facilities by using the criteria established above, the City can provide for the recognition of individuals, either deceased or living, by the placement of memorial objects (symbols); such as living trees, public benches, rocks, memorial flagpoles, sculptures, etc., in public facilities. The placement and identification of these recognition symbols will be at the discretion of the Parks and Recreation Commission and the City Council on a case-by-case basis. The attached request complies with previously established policies for the recognition of individuals at City park facilities and the location and style of the bench will be consistent with the established plans for Atascadero Lake Park. Conclusion: Staff recommends that the Parks and Recreation Commission recommend to the City Council, approval of the request to install a Memorial Benches at Atascadero Lake Park. FISCAL IMPACT: None. The requesting family will cover all related costs for the purchase and installation of the Memorial bench. ATTACHMENTS: Map of Atascadero Lake Park Memorial Bench locations ITEM NUMBER: DATE: 10-21-04 Atascadero Parks and Recreation Commission Staff Report - Public Works Determination of the Bench Style for the Sunken Gardens Streetscape Enhancement Project and Designation of Memorial Bench sites RECOMMENDATION: Parks and Recreation Commission recommend approval of a Metal bench for benches in the Sunken Gardens and designate the bench sites identified on the Sunken Gardens Conceptual Plan as approved locations for future Memorial Benches. DISCUSSION: Background: The City of Atascadero is currently is the environmental review process for the Sunken Gardens Streetscape Enhancement Project. This project will add sidewalks, street lamps, benches and other amenities to the Sunken Gardens and surrounding pedestrian areas. The design elements and amenity such as pavers, lamp posts and benches selected for this project will be consistent with the recently completed EI Camino Real Streetscape Enhancement project near the Carlton Hotel. City staff is requesting a change in the selection of the bench style for the upcoming Sunken Gardens Streetscape Enhancement Project. Staff is also requesting that the Parks and Recreation Commission recommend approval of the bench sites identified on the Sunken Gardens Conceptual Plan as approved locations for future Memorial Benches. Analysis: The current style of bench is a wood slat bench, is more susceptible to vandalism and may require more frequent maintenance. The wood bench is shown in figure #1 below. Staff is recommending a metal bench similar to the bench shown in figure #2 below. #2. Recommended bench style for the Sunken Gardens The Atascadero Main Street Design Committee has reviewed and recommended approved the change in bench selection. In addition to selecting this alternate style of bench, staff is recommending that these benches be used as Memorial Benches. The Memorial Bench program at Atascadero Lake Park has been quite successful. All previously designated locations for Memorial Benches have been allocated. To continue this program, additional bench sites will need to be designated. The bench sites identified on the Sunken Gardens Conceptual Plan would provide approximately 14-18 additional locations for future Memorial Benches. I addition, the project cost will be reduce because the sponsoring family or organization covers the entire cost to purchase and install the benches. The designation of the sites is consistant with the City's policy. The Policy on the Naming of Public Buildings, Parks and Other Public Facilities includes a provision to be followed by staff for the recognition of individuals. SECTION II, E. "In addition to the naming of public facilities by using the criteria established above, the City can provide for the recognition of individuals, either deceased or living, by the placement of memorial objects (symbols); such as living trees, public benches, rocks, memorial flagpoles, sculptures, etc., in public facilities. The placement and identification of these recognition symbols will be at the discretion of the Parks and Recreation Commission and the City Council on a case-by-case basis. Conclusion: Parks and Recreation Commission recommend approval of a Metal bench for benches in the Sunken Gardens and designate the bench sites identified on the Sunken Gardens Conceptual Plan as approved locations for future Memorial Benches. FISCAL IMPACT: None. The requesting family or organization is responsible to cover all related costs for the purchase and installation of the Memorial benches. ATTACHMENTS: Sunken Gardens Streetscape Enhancement Concept Plan ITEM NUMBER: D - 2 DATE: 10/21/04 Atascadero Parks and Recreation Commission Staff Report — Community Services Department Youth / Recreation Center RECOMMENDATION: Commission discuss Youth / Recreation Center project and provide input to staff. DISCUSSION: Background: The City owns the "Hay and Feed" building on Traffic Way and has been working toward remodeling the building as a more complete Youth / Recreation Center. The building has been used to provide youth programs in the last few years. Previous to the "Hay and Feed" building, the historic Printery was targeted for improvement as the City's Youth / Recreation Center. Programming was conducted at the Printery up until the San Simeon Earthquake of December 22, 2003. The earthquake significantly damaged the Printery building. Consistent with Federal and State regulations regarding earthquake recovery, the City intends to apply for an "Improved Project" based upon the damage to the Printery. This means that instead of repairing the Printery with Federal and State assistance, the City will use the funds at a location other than the Printery. The City Council on a unanimous vote determined that the funds would be used to construct a Youth / Recreation Center. The Council indicated that they desired an improved Center with ancillary features like a swimming pool. The "Improved Project" funding is not guaranteed although City staff are optimistic. Potential funding of nearly $6 million may be available depending on negotiations with State and Federal officials. One restriction on the funds is that the project must be completed within three years of the earthquake. This means the project must be completed by December 22, 2006 only slightly more than two years from now. This will be a difficult time frame to meet. Sites: City Staff have been exploring a variety of sites for the Youth / Recreation Center. They have included the Corporation Yard, Atascadero Lake Park, School District bus maintenance facility, on current school sites and vacant property owned by the school district. Potential sites must be generally ready for development with no encumbrances. This makes property acquisition or site assemblage difficult or impossible. The school district is currently reviewing their policy position relative to using property for a Youth / Recreation Center. School property would place use restrictions on the property regarding the kind of program and hours for which the center may be used. Existing City property would provide the most flexible operation. Access by the youth is also an issue in considering potential sites. The Corporation Yard, Traffic Way Park and the "Hay and Feed" building as a combined site for a Youth / Recreation complex including a Recreation Center building appears to be a good option. This site is attractive because it is owned by the City, includes existing fields and includes the proposed Youth / Recreation Center property. This would mean that all of the grants and donations received by the City will still be going to the same project as anticipated although now much larger. The Commission should discuss the possible sites for the new facility. The Prosect: The Youth/Community Center is intended to include a variety of uses including a Recreation center, pool and skate park. Earlier community meetings produced a list of activities that the community wanted included in the building. The current plans for the Center building can be expanded to include more of the community's expectations. The Complex would include a state park, pool and other outdoor activity areas. If the Corporation Yard property is selected there will also be trails along the Atascadero Creek which can connect to other trails potentially establishing a link from downtown to the Salinas River. There is much work to be done in this project including an environmental analysis, site planning, site preparation and eventual construction. If the project is constructed on the Corporation Yard site it is anticipated that the Hay and Feed building would be demolished. The Commission should discuss the priority activities that should be incorporated in the project. Throughout the project, staff will review the progress and plans with the Commission to get input and advice. FISCAL IMPACT: The project funding will include existing city resources budgeted for the Recreation Center project, and approximately $6 million dollars in FEMA funding. Annual operating costs are to be determined based upon total project scope. ITEM NUMBER: D - 3 DATE: 10-21-04 Atascadero Parks and Recreation Commission Staff Report - Public Works Atascadero Lake Park Capital Improvement Project RECOMMENDATION: Parks and Recreation Commission recommend approval of the priority listing of minor Capital Improvement Projects at Atascadero Lake Park for potential completion in fiscal year 2004-2005. DISCUSSION: Background: The City of Atascadero has allocated $100,000.00 for minor Capital Improvement Projects at Atascadero Lake during the 2004/2005 fiscal year. Staff has compiled a list of minor potential projects to be completed with these funds. The allocated funds were intended for minor repair and improvement projects not included in the annual budget for Park maintenance and repair. The funds are required for use at Atascadero Lake Park and must be spent prior to July 1, 2005. Analysis: The potential Capital Improvement Projects at Atascadero Lake Park were evaluated on the following criteria. 1. Consistency with the Atascadero Lake Park Master Plan. 2. Ability to be completed prior to July 1, 2005. 3. Reduction of maintenance and operations costs. Below are five potential minor projects that can be completed prior to July 1, 2005. These projects are in listed in priority order by Staff. The Park Maintenance Staff was consulted on development of this list. 1. ALP Plavaround Exterior Enhancement Proiect. (Attachment #1 a. Installation of pavers between the new section of the Lake Pathway and the playground area. b. Installation of a concrete mow strip to delineate a lawn area between the playground and the service road next to the Ranger House. New irrigation will be installed at this location. c. Installation of pavers to create a walkway along the top of the playground retaining wall. d. Addition of benches and picnic tables around the playground. 2. Alvord Baseball Field Spectator Area Renovation Project. a. Rehabilitation of the existing facilities, including the snack bar, restrooms, bleachers and lights. b. The City of Atascadero would provide financial assistance to the Atascadero Babe Ruth Baseball organization which is spearheading this project. c. Detailed renovation plans would be submitted for review prior to construction. 3. Lake Pathway Pedestrian Bridge Improvements. a. Install new railing on the spillway bridge. The current railing does not meet code, and is in poor condition. b. Make minor repairs to the Santa Rosa Lake Pathway Bridge. The bridge is schedule for replacement along with a project to replace the vehicle bridge at this location in Fiscal Year 2006-3007. 4. Portola/ Morro Road Corner Landscape and Fencing. (Attachment #2) a. Install split rail style fencing around the "Great Lawn" area at the corner or Portola and Morro Road. b. Begin work on the landscaping plan for this location, including installation of the irrigation and tree planting. 5. Barbeque Area Improvements and Picnic Table Replacements. a. Purchase expanded metal picnic table to replace worn picnic tables. b. Complete the installation of expanded cement slabs around the permanent single picnic tables in Atascadero Lake Park. Anticipated cost for each project has not yet been identified. Projects will be completed and if there are remaining funds, they would be allocated toward the next identified project in order of the prioritized list. Conclusion: Public Works and Community Services Department Staff members have discussed these projects in detail, and recommend the forgoing list of prioritized projects. Parks and Recreation Commission review and recommend approval of the C.I.P. list. FISCAL IMPACT: $100,000 in budgeted funds for park improvements. Additional resources will be necessary to complete the project list. Resources for Alvord Field will come from the Babe Ruth organization. ATTACHMENTS: 1. ALP Playground Exterior Area Enhancement Plan 2. Alvord Field Area Landscape Plan.