REPORT TO MAYOR AND COUNCIL

AGENDA ITEM NO. 4.a REPORT TO MAYOR AND COUNCIL TO THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND COUNCIL: DATE: March 22, 2011 SUBJECT: ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. 11-25 APPROVING PROJECT NO. 2195 (BALDWIN DOG PARK); APPROPRIATING $124,000 TO THE PROJECT; AND APPROVING AN OFFLEASH INTERIM DOG PARK (WW & PARKLAND FUNDS) Report in Brief Council has directed staff to research an economical, interim off-leash dog area at Baldwin Park while the design and construction of a permanent facility is underway. A Measure WW application in the amount of $104,000 to East Bay Regional Parks District (EBRPD) is being submitted at the end of March for approval of the Baldwin Dog Park Project. In order to accelerate the schedule and minimize the time for an interim off-leash dog park constructed of tee-posts and green snow fence material, staff recommends starting design on the project and meeting with the interested residents and community groups immediately. Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Resolution No.11-25 approving Project No. 2195 (Baldwin Dog Park); appropriating $124,000 to the Project; and approve an off-leash interim dog park. Background On February 22, 2011, Council approved the Measure WW Funding Allocation Plan and directed staff to submit an application to EBRPD for $104,000 in Measure WW funding to construct a dog park at Baldwin Park at Location 1 (Attachment C). Council also directed staff to return with details for an off-leash area within a temporary fence, to determine if a solution was economically feasible until a permanent dog park area could be constructed. Discussion Staff recommends adopting Resolution No. 11-25 which approves Project No 2195 (Baldwin Dog Park) (Attachment A). This will accelerate the schedule by working with the interested groups, including the Baldwin Canine Contingent, Baldwin Park Neighborhood Partnership and St. Michaels Church, and developing a bid package during the same timeframe that EBRPD is processing the grant application. EBRPD has stated that their review should be complete by mid June, 2011. The contract between the City and EBRPD for the Measure WW grant funds is already in place, so any expenditure associated with design work performed prior to approval of the project application are eligible for

ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. 11-25 APPROVING PROJECT NO. 2195 (BALDWIN DOG PARK); APPROPRIATING $124,000 TO THE PROJECT; AND APPROVING AN OFFLEASH INTERIM DOG PARK (WW & PARKLAND FUNDS) March 22, 2011 Page 2 reimbursement by EBRPD. If the project application was not approved, then those expenditures would need to be absorbed by Engineering operations funds (General Fund). The project is anticipated to bid in June, with the award of a construction contract in late July. Construction is scheduled for August with the opening of the permanent dog park at Location #1 in September, 2011. Staff has researched fence alternatives and recommends a tee-post fence with green snow-fence (Attachment B), which is estimated to cost $800 in materials and approximately half a day to install by Parks staff. Other alternatives reviewed but not recommended included tee-posts with erosion control fabric (silt fence) estimated at $1300 in materials, and renting a six-foot high chain link fence which is estimated at $2000 for six months rental. Parks staff will maintain the grass inside of the temporary fence weekly, but will weed whack along the fencing every two weeks. This effort is expected to take an additional 4-8 hours of maintenance per month (two men for 1-2 hours every two weeks). The temporary fencing would be installed at Location #1 until construction is ready to commence in August. It would then be relocated to Location #2 in the back of the park. This area, which has previously experienced wet and soggy areas of turf, should be dry due to the time of year that construction will take place. The areas sanctioned for off-leash dog activity will open during normal park hours and will be subject to the rules allowed under Contra Costa County Code S-416-4-402 (Attachment D). Fiscal Impact Staff is requesting appropriation of $104,000 of Measure WW funds and $20,000 in Parkland Funds from the Fund Balance to cover any indirect costs not eligible under Measure WW. Construction of the project is contingent upon approval of the project application for Measure WW grant funds and will not take place unless this application is approved. The design process will begin ahead of the application approval. The contract between the City and EBRPD for the Measure WW grant funds is already in place, so any expenditures associated with design work (estimated at $20,000 for design and staff costs) performed prior to approval of the project application is eligible for reimbursement by EBRPD. If the project application is not approved, then these expenditures will need to be absorbed by Engineering operations funds (General Fund). Public Contact Posting of the Council agenda

ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. 11-25 APPROVING PROJECT NO. 2195 (BALDWIN DOG PARK); APPROPRIATING $124,000 TO THE PROJECT; AND APPROVING AN OFFLEASH INTERIM DOG PARK (WW & PARKLAND FUNDS) March 22, 2011 Page 3 Recommendation for Action Staff recommends that the City Council take the following actions: (1) Adopt Resolution No.11-25 approving Project No. 2195 (Baldwin Dog Park), and appropriating $124,000 to the Project; and (2) Approve an off-leash interim dog area at Location #1 with temporary fencing constructed from tee-posts and snow fencing until construction of the permanent dog park begins. During the construction period the off-leash interim dog area will be moved to Location #2. The areas sanctioned for interim off-leash activity will be allowed during normal park hours and will continue until the Permanent Dog Park is constructed. Prepared by: Danea Gemmell, PE Acting City Engineer danea.gemmell@ci.concord.ca.us Reviewed by: Joan Carrico Dir. of Comm. & Recreation Services joan.carrico@ci.concord.ca.us Daniel E. Keen City Manager dan.keen@ci.concord.ca.us Attachment A - Resolution No. 11-25 Attachment B - Photo Exhibit of Interim Fence Attachment C - Aerial Photo of Dog Park Site Locations Attachment D - Baldwin Park Off-Leash Dog Rules

Attachment 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CONCORD COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, STATE OF CALIFORNIA A Resolution Approving Project No. 2195 (Baldwin Dog Park); Appropriating $124,000 to the Project; and Approving an Off-leash Interim Dog Park Resolution No. 11-25 / WHEREAS, the City Council has approved the Measure WW Funding Allocation Plan which includes an application for $104,000 to the East Bay Regional Parks District (EBRPD) for the construction of Project No. 2195 (Baldwin Dog Park); and WHEREAS, the City Council s appropriation of the $104,000 in Measure WW funds, as well as an additional $20,000 in Parkland Funds, is necessary to cover any indirect costs not eligible under Measure WW and to complete design and staff costs performed prior to EBRPD s approval of the project application; and WHEREAS, the City Council directed staff to research an economical, interim off-leash dog area at Baldwin Park while design and construction of a permanent facility are underway, and staff is recommending the installation of temporary tee posts and green snow fence material at the proposed project location. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CONCORD DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Approve Project No. 2195 (Baldwin Dog Park); Section 2. Appropriate funding in the amount of $124,000 to Project No. 2195 including $104,000 from anticipated Measure WW funds, and $20,000 from Parkland Funds; Section 3. Approve the installation of temporary fencing at the interim off-leash dog area location at Baldwin Park. // // // 27 28 Res. No. 11-25 1

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Concord on March 22, 2011, by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers - NOES: Councilmembers - ABSTAIN: Councilmembers - ABSENT: Councilmembers - I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution No. 11-25 was duly and regularly adopted at a regular joint meeting of the City Council and the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Concord on March 22, 2011. Mary Rae Lehman City Clerk 12 13 APPROVED AS TO FORM: 14 15 16 Craig Labadie City Attorney 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Res. No. 11-25 2

Attachment 2

UD IA D ERIE DR Baldwin Park Dog Park Site Locations ESPERANZA DR PT CH ICAGO HY R ESPERAN Z CL A A DR Attachment C3 LOCATION #2 ALMOND AV PT CH ICAGO HY PARKSIDE CR LOCATION #1 BONIFACIO ST BONIFACIO ST Although every reasonable effort has been made to assure the accuracy of this data, the City of Concord makes no warranty, representation or guaranty as to the content, sequence, accuracy, timeliness or completeness of any of the data provided herein and explicitly disclaims any representations and warranties, including, without limitation, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. The City of Concord assumes no liability for any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in the information provided regardless of how caused and assumes no liability for any decisions made or actions taken or not taken by the user of the data in reliance upon any information or data furnished hereunder. Because the GIS data provided is not warranted to be up-to-date, the user should check with the City staff for updated information. BONIFACIO ST BONIFACIO ST

Attachment 4 Baldwin Park Rules for Off-Leash Dog Area 1. Hours for off-leash dog area: dawn to dusk. 2. Off-leash area limited to temporary fenced enclosure. 3. All dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the off-leash area. All other areas of the park require dogs on leash. 4. All dogs must wear tags showing current licenses. 5. Dogs must be supervised by their owner(s)/handler(s) at all times. 6. All persons using the off-leash area must carry a leash. 7. All dogs must be under the effective control of their owner(s)/handler(s) at all times. Owner(s)/Handler(s) who cannot effectively control their dog will be required to leash dog and/or remove dog from park premises. 8. All dog feces must be removed immediately and placed in provided trash receptacles. 9. Dogs must not be allowed to dig holes and damage the grass. 10. Use of the off-leash dog area is recommended for dogs six months or older. 11. Dogs in heat are not allowed in the off-leash dog area. 12. Abandonment of dogs is against the law. 13. Please report rule violations to the Public Works Department/Parks Division at (925) 671-3444, Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm. After hours and weekends, call CPD/Dispatch at (925) 671-3333 or Contra Costa County Animal Services at (925) 335-8300. Co. Co. Co. Code S. 416-4-402