TITLE:
Receive Report, Approve Conceptual Designs of Melton Design Group for Bainbridge Park Enhancement Project, PWP-00096, and Authorize Consultant to Proceed with Construction Documents ISSUE:
On September 11, 2023, City Council accepted the proposal from Melton Design Group (MDG), Inc. for the design of the Bainbridge Park Enhancement Project. This award followed notification form the State Parks Program, of the City’s success in obtaining a grant for $2,063,100. On January 10, 2024 City staff in consult with MDG, hosted a public workshop seeking input on the design options for the project. In March, the consultant worked with Police Department Staff to perform a Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED) review in order to make recommendations for the site to ensure consistency with sight lines, discuss cameras, lighting, and other safety elements of the design. Per the RFP scope of work, staff and the consultant are seeking review, feedback, and approval on the conceptual design prior moving onto the construction document phase.
ANALYSIS:
Based upon the grant deliverable, the Bainbridge Park Enhancement Project scope includes various new amenities as well as rehabilitation of existing features, including:
The Construction of a new multi-use pavilion;
Construction of two artificial surface soccer pitch w/lights; New public art and landscaping throughout the park;
Master lighting control system and new lights;
Poured ADA surfacing for the playground area;
Camera System for Park;
Minor Cosmetic and Maintenance Upgrades to Existing Bathroom Facilities; and Incorporating Existing Drainage into the Park Layout.
Conceptual designs (Attachment 1) for the project have been prepared based on the public and staff input received to date and are included for Council’s review, feedback, and acceptance.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Review design development package, provide feedback to staff and consultant, accept conceptual designs, and authorize MDG to move to the construction document phase.
ALTERNATIVE ACTION(S):
Provide feedback and request MDG bring back conceptual plans to a future meeting.
FISCAL IMPACT:
This project is funded by the State Parks Program Prop 68 grant the city received for $2,063,100. Preliminary Engineer's Estimates include all features required by the grant and projected costs are on target to construct within budget.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:
There will be no increase in greenhouse gases during the design phase of this project. The construction of this project is exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) and Title 14, the California Code of Regulations (“CEQA Guidelines”), Sections 15301(d), 15303, 15304, and 15332.
CONSISTENCY:
The proposed improvements to Bainbridge Park carry out and build upon the vision of the 2016 Bainbridge Park Master Plan. Additionally, these proposed park improvements are consistent with the following General Plan policies:
Policy OS-9.3: Recreational Facilities: Provide recreational facilities to meet the needs of all Fort Bragg citizens, especially children and teenagers.
Program OS-9.3.1: Consider teen recreation needs when planning new or redesigned parks.
Goal OS-10: Develop park and recreation facilities with the coordination of other agencies and the public.
Policy OS-10.4: Public Participation: Actively solicit public participation in the selection, design, and facilities planning for existing and future park sites.
IMPLEMENTATION/TIMEFRAMES:
Design Development/Construction Documents – February – June 2024 Construct Park Improvements – August 2024
Grand Opening – Spring 2025
ATTACHMENTS:
Design Development Package
NOTIFICATION:
Bainbridge Park Notifications Listserve
AGENDA ITEM NO.
AGENCY: City CouncilMEETING DATE: April 22, 2024DEPARTMENT: Public WorksPRESENTED BY: C. O’NealEMAIL ADDRESS: [email protected]: City CouncilMEETING DATE: April 22, 2024DEPARTMENT: Public WorksPRESENTED BY: C. O’NealEMAIL ADDRESS: [email protected] AGENCY: City Council
MEETING DATE: April 22, 2024
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
PRESENTED BY: C. O’Neal
EMAIL ADDRESS: [email protected]
AGENCY: City Council
MEETING DATE: April 22, 2024
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
PRESENTED BY: C. O’Neal
EMAIL ADDRESS: [email protected]
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