CITY COUNCIL FOCUS SESSION MEMORANDUM

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1 ity and ounty of Broomfield, olorado ITY OUNIL FOUS SESSION MEMORANDUM To: From: Mayor and ity ouncil harles Ozaki, ity and ounty Manager Meeting Date Agenda Item # January 8, 14 Agenda Title itizen Suggestions Received Regarding Possible 14 Priorities Summary Attached are the written comments received (prior to publication of this packet) for consideration in ity ouncil s discussion of priorities for 14. The comments include: 1. Lisa Bays Requested a membership/fee-based model for Broomfield s Dog Parks.. Linda Deland Requested attractive, inviting, and appropriate dog park for Broomfield. 3. John Frederick Requests that the ity consider contracting for common trash hauling for residential properties. 4. Kassie hapman Requests that Broomfield hire more police officers. 5. hristine Lynn-raig Requests assessment of sidewalks in older parts of town and the installation of a marquee sign in front of the Audi with information on upcoming events. N/A Prior ouncil Action Financial onsiderations Financial impacts on these suggestions will be evaluated as directed by the ouncil. N/A Alternatives Review the citizen suggestions. Proposed Actions/Recommendations Item - Page 1

2 Julie Moser From: Sent: Tuesday, December 1, 13 5:57 PM To: Kevin. mderdabroomfieldcitycouncil.org; gstokesbroomfieldcitycouncil.org; ityountyattorney; Manager; Subject: Membership-based model at the Broomfield Dog Parks (see survey) I would like to propose a membership/fee-based model for the ity and ounty of Broomfield s dog parks. I have an excellent online survey sample from the Semiahmoo Animal League (SALT) in White Rock, British olumbia which would poll the issue among your constituents. I believe, and have experienced first hand, gang mentality at the dog parks. There are groups of people who have decided that they do not need to follow guidelines, the law, or reasonable, polite and safety conscious etiquette at the parks which allow ALL residents or visitors to Broomfield use of the parks. Theyexclude and to what they want, often creating dangerous situations. I would guess the ity and ounty has seen a rise in civil and criminal cases coming out of those locations. A membership fee, plus an application which screens dog park users will aid in creating revenue, safety, and democratic use of the dog parks. Go to: search of Dog Park Survey and click through the survey questions. anada is having the same issues. I have used many parks from olorado to Wyoming to Utah to Idaho to Washington to Vancouver Island in B, and the Vancouver, White Rock, Surrey areas. I am gathering information from dog daycares/kennels who are hearing the local dog park complaints and the gang mentality comments, daily. Dog daycares/kennels enforce the following (and for good reason based on their experience): I. No un-neutered/unspayed animals are allowed in the general dog population (must be isolated, for which clients pay extra).. All shot records submitted, up to date, the appropriate immunizations required for mixed dog popluations. 3. No dogs under 1 yr old in with the adult dog population. 4. NO toys because of the prey behavior it triggers in mast dogs. 5. All animals leashed in and out of the facility. 6. Dog-aggressive, people-aggressive dogs may not be allowed at the facility. 7. No food brought out to trigger a fight among the dogs; must be fed in separate areas. There are more issues, I m sure. These facilities did not make these rules up for some dogs. They are educated in animal behavior and they know the dangers, they don t want the liability. Why does Broomfield want to step outside of already pfoven animal behavior studies, and why not meet with these kennels and ask them what they see when they DO NOT follow protocol? The government s product is the law and legislation to manage human behavioi to create a better social context in which most can leave peacefully Something deeds to be done to create some structure at this new model called a Dog Park because certain elements of the citizenry are forming gangs That s not democratic and; most of all, ii is a growing safety issue. 1 Item - Page

3 I have used these parks for 5 years before I moved to B. I am back. The whole concept of dog parks needs revision. I may not have copied all ouncil members. If someone is missing, please forward. (I gave in to tedium in the end; not a reflection of the level of my indignation around this issue). See my LinkedlN anada profile if you need more information. Thank you, Lisa Bays Item - Page 3

4 Julie Moser Subject: FW: 14 Project! Dog park On Sun, Jan 1, 14 at 11:53 AM, Linda Gmail <l1kress(,gmail.com> wrote: Kevin / Sam - as council begins to prioritize projects for 14, I urge you to focus on Broomfield s Dog Park situation. I m suggesting we need an attractive, inviting and appropriate dog park for Broomfield. Our current temporary dog park is the exact opposite of those attributes described above. It detracts from the beautiful ommons Park area as well as our city in general. Below are reviews/pictures of surrounding city dog parks. These communities have embraced the need to not only have this amenity but allow it to enhance their community. I would be more than happy to provide additional input or present to the entire council. Thanks for taking this project seriously and putting energy behind it. Linda Linda Deland Falcon Drive 83. (33) Broomfield Dog Park Dry, barren and neglected... both from any enforcement as well as the current patrons. http :// Westminster Dog Parks Three dog parks. Water, dry, shade. One voted Best Park 13.check out the Mayor s video tour of each park. http :// Louisville Dog Park Water or Dry area Lafayette Dog Park No water feature but a walking path, shade and over 6 acres http :// Longmont Dog Park One of 3 dog parks listed for Longmont. No pictures but the reviews are positive. Obstacle course, shade. http :// Sent from my ipad 1 Item - Page 4

5 Sam Taylor ouncilmember Ward 3 ity and ounty of Broomfield Item - Page 5

6 Julie Moser Subject: FW: Online Form Submittal: ontact Us From: [mailto: Sent: Monday, January 13, 14 1:18 PM To: Info Subject: Online Form Submittal: ontact Us If you are having problems viewing this HTML , click to view a Text version. ontact Us Use this form to submit an idea, general inquiry or to express a concern regarding a city/county matter. ontact Information First Name John Address 31 Himalaya Ave Last Name Frederick ity State Zip Broomfield O 8 Home Phone Number Address* Please specify your idea, general inquiry or concern* Has the ity/ounty considered a contract for all residential properties for common trash hauling. It would eliminate 4 or 5 different haulers on multiple weekdays of trash collections. Plus the cost per residence would be dramatically reduced. If it has been considered and rejected, I would appreciate finding out the reason for such rejection. Thank you. The following form was submitted via your website: ontact Us Use this form to submit an idea, general inquiry or to express a concern regarding a city/county matter. ontact Information: First Name: John Last Name: Frederick Address: 31 Himalaya Ave 1 Item - Page 6

7 ity: Broomfield State: O Zip: 8 Home Phone Number: Address: Please specify your idea, general inquiry or concern: Has the ity/ounty considered a contract for all residential properties for common trash hauling. It would eliminate 4 or 5 different haulers on multiple weekdays of trash collections. Plus the cost per residence would be dramatically reduced. If it has been considered and rejected, I would appreciate finding out the reason for such rejection. Thank you. Additional Information: Form Submitted on: 1/13/14 1:17:59 PM Submitted from IP Address: Referrer Page: http :// 8/ontact-Us-54 Form Address: http :// 8/ontact-Us-54 Item - Page 7

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11 Julie Moser Subject: FW: Ideas for 14 From: hristina Lynn-raig Sent: Thursday, January 3, 14 :47 PM To:! Info Subject: Ideas for 14 Hello ity ouncil and Mr. Mayor, First of all, thank you for all that you do to make Broomfield such a great place to live! I appreciate your hard work and the thoughtful way you make decisions. I submit one small idea and one medium sized idea for your consideration: Small idea: The sidewalks on Holly Drive (West and East) are in need of repair, along with the drainage system. I have tripped more times than I care to count on these uneven sidewalks, and I know that as a resident of a playful city, you want the citizens out walking their dogs, jogging, etc. SO... how about having some folks check out the sidewalks in the older parts of town and see what fixes could be done? Medium sized idea: A marquee sign like the one by Broomfield High School near the Library which would let people know about upcoming concerts and other events at the Broomfield Auditorium. (I know that there are banners and also that some events are promoted on the HUGE sign outside the Event enter off of Highway 36, but I think that a sign close to the place where the performances will occur would be more productive.) Along these same lines - please change out the posters at the bus stops after an event has occurred, it seems like a waste of advertising space to see an ad for event which took place a month ago, when it could be advertising something coming up. Thanks again, hristina Lynn-raig 137 Holly Drive West Broomfield, O Item - Page 11