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Dog Walking Park P &S and Call for Bids 2 March 21, 2011 Previous City Council Action(s1 • On June 1, 2009 by Resolution No. 2009 -070, the City Council allocated $50,000 of Park Development Fees for the construction of the Dog Walking Park as part of 2009 -2010 budget • On June 7, 2010 by Resolution 2010 -060 the City Council allocated an additional $312,000 of Park Development Fees for the construction of the Dog Walking Park as part of the 2010- 2011 budget City Council Committee Review and Action The project has been presented to the Recreation and Parks Commission, the Council Facilities and Transportation Committee and the Four Paws community. • January 2011 and February 2011, Project designs were presented to the Council Facilities Committee • January 2009, Conceptual Dog Park plan goes to Facilities Committee Applicable General Plan Policy Project complies with General Plan Goal 22.03 regarding the Development of New Parks. The proposed project will provide recreational opportunities to a user group (dog owners) that is currently underserved with the existing park and recreational facilities, none which have off - leash areas for dogs. Permits and /or Variances Granted An amendment to the existing Bay Trail permit with Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC) was obtained to allow for the construction of the park. Environmental Review A CEQA Negative Declaration for this project was filed with Alameda County on July 23, 2010. Code Compliance Review Work shall comply with all applicable building codes. The pre- fabricated shade structure manufacturer will submit documents for a City building permit. Board /Commission Findings • December 2009, Recreation and Park Commission (RAPC) submitted recommendations to the City Council to use part of the Measure WW grant funds and Park Development Fee (PDF) funds to fund the dog park project • September 2009, City Council directed RAPC to determine the best use of WW and PDF funds, by including public input • October 2008, RAPC sent a letter to City Council with its findings