Agenda packet, first session — Santa Fe Springs City Council, June 16, 2026 (part 2 of 4)

ITEM STATUS:

APPROVED: ☐
DENIED: ☐
TABLED: ☐
DIRECTION GIVEN: ☐
____________________________
City Clerk, Maribel Garcia
The net assessment to be levied within the District for Fiscal Year 2026–27 is $52,297. These assessments are apportioned among the properties within Heritage Springs Assessment District No. 2001-1 based on the special benefits received by each property. The assessment methodology complies with the requirements of Proposition 218 and applicable provisions of California law governing benefit assessment districts.

ANALYSIS
Resolution No. 10020 (Attachment A) establishes approval and confirmation of the Engineer’s Report for the Heritage Springs Assessment District No. 2001-1 (Attachment B) and authorizes the levying of such assessments. These actions are required in order to complete the direct assessment process with Los Angeles County and place the appropriate parcel assessments on the County Assessment Roll.

ENVIRONMENTAL
N/A

DISCUSSION
N/A

SUMMARY/NEXT STEPS
Upon approval by the City Council of the recommended actions, City staff will work with the City’s consultant to complete the annual assessment district update process and file with the County Assessor for inclusion in the Tax Roll.

ATTACHMENTS:

A. Attachment A – Resolution No.10020
B. Attachment B – Engineer’s Report
C. Attachment C – District Boundary Map
D. Attachment D – Proof of Publication
APPROVED:

ITEM NO.:
1 RESOLUTION NO. 10020

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS,

CALIFORNIA, DIRECTING THE LEVY OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS IN THE CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS HERITAGE SPRINGS ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 2001-1 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026/2027

CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS
Heritage Springs Assessment District 2001-1
(Hawkins Street and Palm Drive)
WHEREAS, this Council has conducted proceedings under and pursuant to the Municipal Improvement Act of 1913, Division 12, California Streets and Highways Code (the “Act”) and Resolution Ordering the Assessment District Formation No. 6642, adopted June 28, 2001 (the “Resolution of Formation”), to form the Heritage Springs Assessment District 2001-1 (the “Assessment District”), to authorize the levy of special assessment upon the lands within the Assessment District, to acquire and construct public streets and other improvements, all as described therein; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 10100.8 of the Act and the Resolution of Intention, this Council is authorized to levy annual assessments (the “Assessments”) for maintenance, repair or improvement, including all expenses required for resurfacing and repair to public streets (the “Maintenance”) in and adjacent to the Assessment District to keep such acquisitions and improvements in fit operating condition which are ordinarily incurred no more frequently than every five years, of the acquisitions and improvements for the Assessment District; and
WHEREAS, under the Act, this Council and for the annual levy of the Assessments, on June 02, 2026, has adopted Resolution No. 10013, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Santa Fe Springs of Intention to Levy Annual Assessments for the City of Santa Fe Springs Heritage Springs Assessment District 2001-1 for Fiscal Year 2026/2027 (the “Intention Resolution”) and approved the Engineer’s Report (the “Engineer’s Report”) prepared pursuant to the Act for purposes of the levy of assessments for Fiscal Year 2026/2027; and
WHEREAS, as specified in the Intention Resolution, and upon notice as required by the Act, this Council held a public hearing on the issue of the levy of the assessments for the Next Fiscal Year, and all persons desiring to be heard were given an opportunity to be heard, and all objections to the assessment were considered by this Council.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

1. Objections Overruled. Any and all objections and protests against the annual levy of assessments for the Assessment District, as a whole or as to any part ATTACHMENT : A
2 thereof, or against the estimate of costs and the assessments, in whole or in part, written and oral, are hereby overruled.

2. Public Interest. The public interest, convenience and necessity require the levy of annual assessments for the Assessment District.

3. District Described. The District specially benefited and to be assessed to pay the costs and expenses thereof, and the exterior boundaries thereof, are as shown by the assessment diagram thereof filed in the offices of the City Clerk, which map is made a part hereof by reference thereto.

4. Engineer’s Report Approved. The Engineer’s Report, in the form on file with the City Clerk and to which reference is hereby made for further particulars, including the estimates of costs and expenses, the apportionment of assessments and the assessment diagram contained in the Engineer’s Report, was adopted on June 02, 2026, by Resolution No.10012 shall stand as the Engineer’s Report for FY 2026/2027.

5. Benefits Determined. Based on the oral and documentary evidence, including the Engineer’s Report, offered and received at the public hearing, this Board expressly finds and determines that each of the several subdivisions of land in the Assessment District will be specially benefited.

6. Collection of Assessments. The assessments herein confirmed shall be collected in the same manner and upon the same roll as general taxes of the County of Los Angeles are collected. The Director of Finance and Administrative Services or other authorized official of the City is hereby authorized and directed to cause such collections to be made for the Next Fiscal Year.

7. Effective. This resolution shall take effect from and after its adoption.

PASSED and ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Santa Fe Springs at a regular meeting thereof this 16
th day of June 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
______________________________

JOE ANGEL ZAMORA, MAYOR
ATTEST:
__________________________________

MARIBEL GARCIA, CITY CLERK

CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS
ENGINEER’S REPORT

HERITAGE SPRINGS ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT NO. 2001-1
FISCAL YEAR 2026-27

LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
May 2026

PREPARED BY
101 Progress, Suite 250
Irvine, CA 92618
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ATTACHMENT B
Engineer’s Report
Heritage Springs Assessment District No. 2001-1
City of Santa Fe Springs
Fiscal Year 2026-27

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Engineer’s Certification.................................................................................................................................. i Part I – Description of Improvements........................................................................................................... 1 Part II – Cost Estimate................................................................................................................................... 2 Part III – Assessment Roll.............................................................................................................................. 3 Part IV – Method of Apportionment............................................................................................................. 4 Appendix A – Assessment Diagram .............................................................................................................. 5 Engineer’s Report
Heritage Springs Assessment District No. 2001-1
City of Santa Fe Springs
Fiscal Year 2026-27
i
ENGINEER’S CERTIFICATION
AGENCY: THE CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS
PROJECT: HERITAGE SPRINGS ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2001-1 TO: THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE

CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS

STATE OF CALIFORNIA
ENGINEER’S REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026–27
WHEREAS, the City of Santa Fe Springs, County of Los Angeles, State of California, pursuant to the provisions of the Section 10100.8 Municipal Improvement Act of 1913, being Division 12 of the California Streets and Highways Code (the "Act”) intends to undertake proceedings for the annual levy of special assessments in and for the City’s Heritage Springs Assessment District No. 2001-1 (the “District”); NOW THEREFORE, the undersigned Engineer of Work hereby submits herewith the "Report" consisting of four (4) parts as follows:

HERITAGE SPRINGS ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
(Hereinafter referred to as the “District”),
I, Alison Bouley, authorized representative of the District, the duly appointed Assessment Engineer submits the following Report which consists of the following four (4) parts and Appendices:

PART I
Description of Improvements: A description of the maintenance activities to be performed

PART II
Cost Estimate: An estimate of the maintenance costs to be paid by the District.

PART III
Assessment Roll: The assessment by parcel.

PART IV
Method of Apportionment: The way the assessment is apportioned.

Engineer’s Report
Heritage Springs Assessment District No. 2001-1
City of Santa Fe Springs
Fiscal Year 2026-27
ii
Appendix
Appendix A – Assessment Diagram
In conclusion, it is my opinion that the costs and expenses of the District have been assessed to the lots and parcels within the boundaries of the District in proportion to the estimated benefits to be received by each lot or parcel from the services provided.

DATED:
______________________________
Alison Bouley, P.E., Assessment Engineer
R.C.E. No. C61383
Engineer of Work
State of California
Engineer’s Report
Heritage Springs Assessment District No. 2001-1
City of Santa Fe Springs
Fiscal Year 2026-27
1 PART I – DESCRIPTION OF IMPROVEMENTS
The assessments in the District shall be levied for the maintenance of improvements as follows, and shall include all incidental expenses, including administration, legal, establishment of reserves, collection and contracting.

The improvements proposed to be maintained may be generally described as Hawkins Street, east of Norwalk Boulevard, and Palm Drive, south of Hawkins Street. The maintenance of such improvements is proposed to consist of the continued maintenance and operation of such improvements, including the maintenance of pavement and appurtenant facilities that are located in and along such streets, including but not limited to, personnel, electrical energy, utilities, materials, contracting services, and other items necessary for the satisfactory maintenance of these improvements described as follows:

Pavement and Appurtenant Facilities
Pavement and appurtenant facilities, in public street and rights-of-way, within the boundary of said District.

Maintenance means the furnishing of services and materials for the ordinary and usual operation, maintenance, repair and servicing of the above described roadways and appurtenant improvements, including repair, slurry sealing, chip sealing, removal or replacement of all or part of any of the streets or appurtenant improvements, and the administration of all aspects of the maintenance and the District.

Engineer’s Report
Heritage Springs Assessment District No. 2001-1
City of Santa Fe Springs
Fiscal Year 2026-27
2 PART II – COST ESTIMATE
The estimated amount to be paid annually for the maintenance program fund for the streets as described in Part I of this Report is as follows:

Engineer’s Report
Heritage Springs Assessment District No. 2001-1
City of Santa Fe Springs
Fiscal Year 2026-27
3 PART III – ASSESSMENT ROLL
The Assessment District was originally formed in 2001 pursuant to the Municipal Improvement Act of 1913 and related provisions of the California Streets and Highways Code. The methodology for apportionment of assessments, the identification of special benefits, and the authorization for annual adjustments to the maintenance assessment were established and approved at the time of formation through the Engineer’s Report and assessment ballot proceedings conducted for the District. The annual maintenance assessment includes an inflationary adjustment mechanism based upon the percentage change in the Engineering News-Record (“ENR”) Construction Cost Index, as authorized in the original formation proceedings and annual levy documents. Accordingly, the annual assessment rates may be adjusted each year by an amount not to exceed the change in the applicable ENR index in order to account for increases in maintenance, repair, operation, and administration costs associated with the improvements and services provided by the District.

In addition to the maintenance assessment discussed in Part I and Part II (highlighted in the table below), the parcels within the District are also subject to paying debt service on limited obligation improvement bonds issued in 2001. The total proposed assessment for Fiscal Year 2026-27 and the amount of the total proposed assessment apportioned to each lot or parcel within the District is a combination of the maintenance assessment and debt service, as shown on the latest assessment roll at the Los Angeles County Assessor's Office, are shown below.

The description of each lot or parcel is part of the County assessment roll and this roll is, by reference, made part of this Report.

Engineer’s Report
Heritage Springs Assessment District No. 2001-1
City of Santa Fe Springs
Fiscal Year 2026-27
4 PART IV - METHOD OF APPORTIONMENT
The assessments are apportioned according to the special benefits received by the parcels of land within the Assessment District in accordance with the apportionment of costs established at the time of formation. The special benefits provided to the assessed parcels include, but are not limited to, the continued operation, maintenance, repair, and servicing of the roadway, paving, curb and gutter, sidewalk, landscaping and irrigation, storm drain, water, sewer, fire protection, signage, and related public improvements that directly serve and provide access, utility, drainage, circulation, safety, and aesthetic benefits to the properties within the District. These improvements are necessary to preserve the functionality, accessibility, appearance, and utility of the parcels within the District and to maintain the level of special benefit originally conferred by the construction and installation of the improvements funded by the District.

The proportionate special benefit derived by each parcel has been determined in relation to the entirety of the maintenance and servicing costs of the improvements and the special benefit received by each parcel. The assessment assigned to each parcel does not exceed the reasonable cost of the proportional special benefit conferred on that parcel.

Only special benefits are assessed through this Assessment District. Any general benefits, if any exist, have been separated and excluded from the assessment in accordance with Article XIII D of the California Constitution. Based on the nature, location, and use of the improvements and the direct benefit relationship between the improvements and the assessed parcels, the Engineer has determined that the improvements funded through this assessment provide no material general benefit to the public at large or to properties outside the District. Any incidental or secondary benefit to the public is intangible, minimal, and not separable from the special benefits provided to the assessed parcels.

Under this Report, the assessment for the District are apportioned in accordance with the foregoing and using the following criteria:

The net acreage of each parcel of land is determined by excluding acreage which will not have direct access to the improvements from Hawkins Street or Palm Drive, and by excluding acreage to be dedicated as roadway, road rights-of-way, or sidewalk easement. Special benefit is determined based on the net acreage of each parcel relative to the total net acreage (the “Benefit Percentage”).

The annual maintenance assessment for Fiscal Year 2026-27, as shown in Part II of this Report, is apportioned on a percentage basis using the Benefit Percentages, as shown below:

Engineer’s Report
Heritage Springs Assessment District No. 2001-1
City of Santa Fe Springs
Fiscal Year 2026-27
5 Based on the preceding, Assessment No. 10 is not assessed because it does not have direct access to either Hawkins Street or Palm Drive and is a storm drain easement, therefore the Benefit Percentage is zero.

Engineer’s Report
Heritage Springs Assessment District No. 2001-1
City of Santa Fe Springs
Fiscal Year 2026-27
6 APPENDIX A – ASSESSMENT DIAGRAM
A diagram showing the exterior boundaries of the District and the lines and dimensions of each lot or parcel of land within the District, entitled “Assessment Diagram, Heritage Springs Assessment District No. 2001-1”, is on file in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Santa Fe Springs, and is incorporated herein by reference.

The lines and dimensions of each lot or parcel within the District are those lines and dimensions shown on the maps of the Assessor of the County of Los Angeles for Fiscal Year 2026-27. The Assessor's maps and records are incorporated by reference herein and made part of this Report.

ATACHMENT C
181 W. Huntington Drive Suite#209
Monrovia, California 91016
(626) 544-0885
[email protected]
City of Santa Fe Springs
Attn: Claribel Catalan
Santa Fe Springs, California 90670
Account Number: 5007848
Ad Order Number: 0011795967
Customer's
Reference/PO Number:

Publication: Whittier Daily News
Publication Dates: 06/02/2026 and 06/09/2026
Total Amount: $694.10
Payment Amount: $0.00
Amount Due: $694.10
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Invoice Text: NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PROPOSED 2025-2030 URBAN WATER MANAGEMENT PLAN THIS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Santa Fe Springs will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, located at 11710 Telegraph Road, Santa Fe Springs, California 90670, regarding the proposed 2025-2030 Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP). Any person wishing to provide comments regarding the proposed UWMP who is unable to attend the Public Hearing may submit written comments to the City Clerk prior to the scheduled hearing time. Written comments should be addressed to the City Clerk, 11710 Telegraph Road, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670, or via email to [email protected] . The proposed UWMP establishes guidelines to support the City’s long-term water resource planning responsibilities, ensuring adequate water supplies are available to meet current and future system demands. The UWMP is updated every five (5) years and serves as a planning document to evaluate existing system demands and projected water supplies over a twenty-year planning horizon. The UWMP also includes a Water Shortage Contingency Plan addressing drought scenarios and corresponding response actions. A copy of the draft 2025-2030 Urban Water Management Plan is available at the Santa Fe Springs website https://cms5.revize.com/revize/santafespringsca/departments/public_works/water_utility_authority/index.php . If adopted, the UWMP will go into effect on July 1, 2026. For additional information regarding this matter, please contact Mr. Frank Sanchez, Water Utility Manager, at (562) 868-0511, extension 3618. 2025-2030 Urban Water Management Plan - Page 1 of 1
Whittier Daily News
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Monrovia, California 91016
(626) 544-0885
FILE NO. 0011795967

PROOF OF PUBLICATION
(2015.5 C.C.P.)

STATE OF CALIFORNIA
County of Los Angeles County
I am a citizen of the United States and a resident of the county aforesaid; I am over the age of eighteen years,
and not party to or interested in the above-entitled
matter. I am the principal clerk of the printer of
WHITTIER DAILY NEWS, a newspaper of general
circulation for the City of Whittier, by the Superior Court of the County of Los Angeles County, State of California, on the date of October 10, 1960, Case Number 369393.

The notice, of which the annexed is a true printed copy, has been published in each regular and entire issue of
said newspaper and not in any supplement thereof on
the following dates, to wit:
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I declare under the penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.

Executed at Monrovia, California
On this 9th day of June, 2026.
______________________________
Signature
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ITEM # 6

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: René Bobadilla, P.E., City Manager
BY: Gus Hernandez, Director of Parks & Recreation
SUBJECT: APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 10023 UPDATING THE CITY OF SANTA

FE SPRINGS COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE
DATE: June 16, 2026
RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council:

1. Adopt Resolution No. 10023 approving updates to the City of Santa Fe Springs Comprehensive Fee Schedule; and

2. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

FISCAL IMPACT
The proposed fee adjustments are intended to improve cost recovery for various City services, programs, permits, applications, facility use, and administrative functions provided by multiple City departments. While the exact amount of additional revenue generated will vary based on service demand and utilization, the updated fees are expected to reduce General Fund subsidies and better align user fees with the actual cost of providing services. No additional General Fund appropriation is requested.

BACKGROUND
The City of Santa Fe Springs provides a wide range of services, programs, permits, inspections, facility use opportunities, and administrative functions through its various departments. Many of these services are funded, in part, through fees established in the City's Comprehensive Fee Schedule.

The Comprehensive Fee Schedule was last updated on July 1, 2025, through Resolution No. 9963.

As part of the City's ongoing commitment to fiscal responsibility and efficient service delivery, staff CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF JUNE 16, 2026
APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 10023 UPDATING THE CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS

COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE

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periodically reviews fees to ensure they remain current, equitable, and reflective of the actual cost of providing services.

Municipal best practices support the periodic review and adjustment of fees to account for changes in operating costs, inflation, staffing, materials, equipment, technology, and other expenses associated with service delivery. Regular updates help maintain appropriate cost recovery levels while minimizing the need for significant fee increases in future years.

The proposed update includes revisions to selected fees across multiple City departments and incorporates new fees where appropriate to address current operational needs and service delivery costs. Below is a table showing the changes to the Comprehensive Fee Schedule (please note that current fees are shown as stricken):

Type of Fee Service Standard Rate Resident Fee Non-Resident Fee
Library NEW - Outdoor Garden Per Hour Rental
(3 Hours Minimum) $75 $100
Library Passport Photo $10 $15
Library NEW - Optional Mailing of Passport
Applications
Postage at cost
+
$10 Processing
Fee
Library Community Room Facility Use Hourly
Fee $75 $50 $75
Library Maker’s Space Supplies At Cost At Cost + 10%
Facility Rentals
& Picnic
Reservations
NEW - Free Standing Display Case
Rental Fee $100
Clarke Estate Ceremony & Reception / Full Event
Rental (7 Hour Rental) 1-100 $3,000 $3,500
Clarke Estate Ceremony & Reception / Full Event
Rental (7 Hour Rental) 101-200 $4,000 $4,500
Clarke Estate Reception Only (6 Hour Rental) 1-100 $2,400 $2,900 Clarke Estate Reception Only (6 Hour Rental) 101-200 $1,500 $1,700 Clarke Estate Ceremony Only (2 Hour Rental) 1-100 $1,000 $1,200 Clarke Estate Ceremony Only (2 Hour Rental) 101-200 $1,500 $1,700 Clarke Estate Photo Session-per hour fee (2 hour
minimum) $100 $150
Heritage Park Ceremony & Reception / Full Event
Rental (7 Hour Rental) 1-150 $3,500 $4,000
Heritage Park Ceremony & Reception / Full Event
Rental (7 Hour Rental) 151-300 $4,500 $5,000
Heritage Park Reception Only (6 Hour Rental) 1-150 $2,800 $3,300 Heritage Park Reception Only (6 Hour Rental) 151-300 $3,800 $4,300 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF JUNE 16, 2026
APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 10023 UPDATING THE CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS

COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE

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Heritage Park Ceremony Only (2 Hour Rental) 1-150 $1,000 $1,200 Type of Fee Service Standard Rate Resident Fee Non-Resident Fee
Heritage Park Ceremony Only (2 Hour Rental) 151-300 $1,500 $1,700 Heritage Park Photo Session-Per Hour Fee $100 $150
Town Center
Hall
Social Hall, Saturday Fee (6 Hour Rental,
3 Hours setup, 1 Hour Cleanup) $1,350 $2,300 $2,500
Town Center
Hall
Social Hall, Sunday-Friday Fee (6 Hour
Rental, 3 Hours of setup, 1 Hour of
Cleanup)
$1,150 $1,550 $1,750
Aquatic Center Pool Rental 1-100 - Per Hour Fee (3-
Hour Minimum) (Leisure Pool and/or
Competition Pool)
$200 $140 $200
Aquatic Center Pool Rental 101-200 - Per Hour Fee (3-
Hour Minimum) (Leisure Pool and/or
Competition Pool)
$300 $200 $260
Aquatic Center Picnic Area (During Rec Swim)-Per Hour
Rate (Includes 1 Hour Setup and 1 Hour
Breakdown
$75 $100
Aquatic Center Picnic Area + Private Pool Rental (1-
100) (3 Hour Minimum) (Includes 1
Hour Setup and 1 Hour Breakdown)
$250 $150 $225
Aquatic Center Picnic Area + Private Pool Rental (101-
200) (3 Hour Minimum) (Includes 1
Hour Setup and 1 Hour Breakdown)
$350 $200 $260
Aquatic Center Competition Pool Lane Rental Per Hour
Fee Per Lane (Teams Only) (2 Hour
Minimum) During Operating Hours, Max
6 People Per Lane
$20 $75 $85
Aquatic Center NEW - Private Rental Filming or
Commercial Use for Entire Facility Per
Day
$5,000
Aquatic Center NEW - Private Spray Ground Per Hour $65
Aquatic Center NEW - Private Spa Per Hour (20 people
max) $100
Facility Rentals
& Picnic
Reservations
NEW - Hourly Fee for Renting a Facility
for the Purposes of Filming $5,000
Facility Rentals
& Picnic
Reservations
NEW - Hourly Fee for Staging
Equipment (Max 10 Hours) $250
Facility Rental
Penalty Fees
NEW - Excess use beyond contracted
end time $200
Facility Rental
Penalty Fees
NEW - Time Violations Park Picnic and
Bounce House Sites-Additional Staff
Time Required-Per Hour per staff
$75
Facility Rental
Penalty Fees
NEW - Time Violations-Late Vacate or
Delayed Exit – Flat Fee $200
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF JUNE 16, 2026
APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 10023 UPDATING THE CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS

COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE

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Facility Rental
Penalty Fees
NEW - Cleaning Violations for Minor
Trash-Flat Fee $150
Type of Fee Service Standard Rate Resident Fee Non-Resident Fee
Facility Rental
Penalty Fees
NEW - Cleaning Violations for Moderate
Trash-Flat Fee $250
Facility Rental
Penalty Fees
NEW - Cleaning Violation for Excessive
Cleaning (Bodily Fluid, Bloodborne
Pathogens)
$500
Facility Rental
Penalty Fees
NEW - Use of prohibited Items (i.e.
decor, adhesives, sprays, etc.)-Cost of
Cleanup
$100-$250
Facility Rental
Penalty Fees
NEW - Alcohol Violation (1st Violation) -
No licensed bartender on site, SelfServe Alcohol, Unauthorized Alcohol Distribution
$500
Facility Rental
Penalty Fees
NEW - Alcohol Violation (Glass
Containers, Bar Service Not Stopped 30
Minutes Prior to End)
$200
Facility Rental
Penalty Fees
NEW - Alcohol Sales without ABC
License $1,000
Facility Rental
Penalty Fees NEW - Cost of Damage and Repair
Actual Cost of
Replacement or
Repair
Facility Rental
Penalty Fees
NEW - Unauthorized use of equipment
or areas
$200
Facility Rental
Penalty Fees
NEW - Unapproved third-party
equipment vendor $500
Facility Rental
Penalty Fees
NEW - Exceeding Approved Room
Capacity $500
Facility Rental
Penalty Fees
NEW - Cancellation fee (6 months to 1
year prior to event) $100
Older Adult
Programs – For
Participants
Ages 50+
Contract Classes
Up to “At Cost”
(includes any
instructor
materials fees)
+ $5.00
Up to “At Cost”
(includes any
instructor
materials fees)
+ $10.00
Older Adult
Programs – For
Participants
Ages 50+
NEW - Older Adult Excursions
Up to “At Cost”
for Ticketed
Entry
Excursions
Up to “At Cost”
for Ticketed
Entry
Excursions + $5
Older Adult
Programs – For
Participants
Ages 50+
NEW - Older Adult Excursion
Transportation (round trip per person) $7
Older Adult
Programs – For
Participants
Ages 50+
Bingo Card (Per Card) 0.50-$1.00
$0.50
Older Adult
Programs – For
Participants
Ages 50+
Special Events (Dances, Holiday
Celebrations) (50 years old or older) $15 $10 $15
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF JUNE 16, 2026
APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 10023 UPDATING THE CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS

COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE

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Type of Fee Service Standard Rate Resident Fee Non-Resident Fee
Older Adult
Programs – For
Participants
Ages 50+
All City’s Senior Ball $5 $10 At Cost $15
Older Adult
Programs – For
Participants
Ages 50+
Active Net Replacement Membership
Card $15 $5
Older Adult
Programs – For
Participants
Ages 50+
Notary Services $15 $20
Recreation
Programs &
Activities
Activity Center Facility Daily Pass
(Youth & Business Resident) $0 $3 $5
Recreation
Programs &
Activities
Fitness Facility Membership-Monthly
(Includes Business Residents) $5 $35 $40
Recreation
Programs &
Activities
Membership Punch Pass (Recreation
Swim, Lap Swim, Water Aerobics)
1 Complimentary
Visit for Every
10 purchases
Recreation
Programs &
Activities
Swim Team Monthly Rate (8 classes) $120 $70 $120
Recreation
Programs &
Activities
NEW - Water Polo Monthly Rate (8
classes) $90
Recreation
Programs &
Activities
Day Camp 1 Week Session, Spring
Camp $70 $100 $90 $120
Recreation
Programs &
Activities
Daily Day Camp $15 $25 $30 $35
Recreation
Programs &
Activities
NEW - Jr. Camp Assistant Cost of Trip $20 $30
Recreation
Programs &
Activities
Adult Tournament Team Fee $175 $200 $275 $300
Recreation
Programs &
Activities
Youth Sports Individual League
Registration Fee $50 $65 $85$100
Recreation
Programs &
Activities
Excursions Program Transportation Fee $15
Recreation
Programs &
Activities
Youth Sports Coaching Incentive
Full Credit for
Participant
Fees after
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF JUNE 16, 2026
APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 10023 UPDATING THE CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS

COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE

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season toward
an SFS Activity
Type of Fee Service Standard Rate Resident Fee Non-Resident Fee
Recreation
Programs &
Activities
Concession Items At Cost + 15-
25%
Recreation
Programs &
Activities
Family Camp at Lake Arrowhead At Cost
Community
Development
Offsite Record/Plan Retrieval
$50 per box
Charge actual
outside costs
that are in
compliance
with the Public
Records Act.

Community
Development
Zone Variance
$2,253.00
$12,455 per
application plus
any outside
environmental
consultant
costs
If application is
submitted with
another
application(s),
the lower
costing
application
fee(s) is
reduced by
50%.

Community
Development Wireless Tele Fac Renewal $2,355
Community
Development Zone Ordinance Amendment Request $16,685 per application Fire Cleanup of various language to provide
more clarity
Fire EMERG RESP RADIO COVERAGE PLAN

REVCHK/INSP
$935 - per plan
$755 - per
inspection
Fire

FIRE CODE-FIRE PUMPS AND RELATED

PLAN REV/INSP
$875 - per
permit
$630 – per
inspection
Fire

FIRE CODE-STANDPIPE SYSTEMS

PLAN REV/INSP
$665 - per
permit
$420 – per
inspection
Fire METHANE DETECTION SYSTEM
(ORDINANCE)
$159
$190
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF JUNE 16, 2026
APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 10023 UPDATING THE CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS

COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE

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Fire OIL AND NATURAL GAS WELLS
(ORDINANCE)
$75
$90
Type of Fee Service Standard Rate Resident Fee Non-Resident Fee
Fire ABOVE GROUND STORAGE: INSTALL,

REMOVAL, DEMOLITION, AND

MODIFICATION OF PIPING OR

STRUCTURES (PER TANK)
$235
$310
Fire FLAMMABLE/CONMBUSTAIBLE LIQUID

MANUFACTURING, BLENDING OR

REFINING
$260
$2,675
Fire Magnesium Working $260
$190
Public Works NEW - Electric Vehicle Charging $0.25 per kWh Public Works NEW - ELECTRIC VEHICLE IDLE
CHARGE (4+ HOURS)
$0.25 per
minute

DISCUSSION
The proposed fee adjustments are designed to better align user fees with the costs incurred by the City in providing services while maintaining affordability and accessibility whenever possible. Costs associated with delivering City services continue to increase due to inflationary pressures, personnel costs, contractual services, utilities, equipment, technology, and facility maintenance.

The proposed updates reflect current operational conditions and support the City's goal of balancing fiscal sustainability with quality customer service. The fee adjustments are intended to ensure that users of specific services contribute an appropriate share of the associated costs, thereby reducing reliance on General Fund resources and promoting equitable cost allocation among service users.

ANALYSIS
The City Attorney's Office has reviewed the proposed fee adjustments and determined that the fees are not subject to Proposition 218 because they do not constitute property-related fees or assessments.

Additionally, the proposed fee adjustments comply with Article XIII C of the California Constitution, as amended by Proposition 26, which requires that fees and charges imposed by a local government not exceed the reasonable cost of providing the service, product, or regulatory activity for which the fee is charged. Staff has reviewed the proposed fees and determined that they are reasonably related to and do not exceed the City's cost of providing the respective services.

Approval of Resolution No. 10023 will update the City's Comprehensive Fee Schedule, establish revised fees where appropriate, and support the City's ongoing efforts to maintain fiscal responsibility while continuing to provide quality public services.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF JUNE 16, 2026
APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 10023 UPDATING THE CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS

COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE

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ITEM STATUS:

APPROVED: ☐
DENIED: ☐
TABLED: ☐
DIRECTION GIVEN: ☐
____________________________
City Clerk, Maribel Garcia

ENVIRONMENTAL
N/A

SUMMARY/NEXT STEPS
Upon City Council approval, Resolution No. 10023 will become effective on June 17, 2026, and the updated Comprehensive Fee Schedule will supersede all previously adopted fee schedules and fee resolutions relating to the services addressed therein.

Staff will update all applicable departmental procedures, forms, permit applications, registration systems, and public information materials to reflect the approved fees and ensure a smooth implementation of the updated fee schedule.

ATTACHMENT(S):

A. Attachment A – Resolution 10023

COMPREHENSIVE FEE

SCHEDULE
Effective Date: June 17, 2026

ATTACHMENT A
2 Effective 5/1/2026

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DEPARTMENT PAGE
CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE 3
COMMUNITY SERVICES & PARKS & RECREATION 4
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 13
FINANCE 16
FIRE 17
POLICE SERVICES 20

PUBLIC WORKS
RESOLUTION NO. 9933
RESOLUTION NO. 9947
RESOLUTION NO. 9963
21 23
25 28
3 Effective 6/17/2026

FEE SCHEDULE
CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE
Department REF # SERVICE CURRENT FEE
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE S-247 FILM PERMIT $190 per permit CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE S-248 RECYCLER DEALER PERMIT $285 - new $190 - renewal
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE S-249 FIREWORK STAND PERMIT $815 per application CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE -CITY CLERK S-240 COPY - PRINTED $0.20 per page - standard $0.10 per page - FPPC related
document per California Government
Code 81008
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE -CITY CLERK S-241 COPY - DIGITAL $7 per device CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE -CITY CLERK S-242 DOCUMENT CERTIFICATION $65 per document CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE -CITY CLERK S-243 NOTARY PUBLIC This fee is limited by California Government Code 8211
$15 per signature
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE -CITY CLERK S-244 AGENDA MAILING $400 per subscriber per year CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE -CITY CLERK S-245 LOCAL CANDIDATE FILING This fee is limited by State law:

Processing fee - $25 per candidate
FPPC Late Filing Fee - $10 per day for
each day a statement is late up to a
maximum of $100
Candidate Statement - LA County and
staff costs
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE -CITY CLERK S-246 LOCAL INITIATIVE FILING This fee is limited by State law $200 per initiative, fully refundable if
initiative is placed on ballot
4 Effective 6/17/2026

FEE SCHEDULE

COMMUNITY SERVICES AND PARKS AND RECREATION
TYPE OF FEE REF # SERVICE Standard Fee Resident Fee Non-Resident Fee
LIBRARY S-250 Inter-Library Loan $5
LIBRARY S-251 Processing Lost or Damaged Books,
DVD, CD's, or computer equipment $5
LIBRARY S-252 Processing Lost or Damaged
Paperbacks $2
LIBRARY S-253 Lost or Damaged Item Replacement Replacement cost LIBRARY S-254 Fee Supported Library Programs Varies Varies + $10 LIBRARY S-255 Passport Processing Fee + Federal
Government Fee $35 + Federal Fee
LIBRARY Outdoor Garden Per Hour (minimum
of 3 hours) $75 $100
LIBRARY Outdoor Garden Downpayment $75 $100
LIBRARY S-256 Passport Photo $10 $15

LIBRARY
Optional Mailing of passport
applications to the State Department
(certified mail)
Postage at cost +
$10 processing fee
LIBRARY S-257 Library Community Room Facility
Use-Hourly Fee $75 $50 $75
LIBRARY Maker’s Space Supplies (Per the
Maker’s Space Policy) At Cost At Cost + 10%

FACILITY RENTALS & PICNIC
RESERVATIONS S-258
Cocktail Table Rental or Picnic GamePer Table/Game Fee $20

FACILITY RENTALS & PICNIC
RESERVATIONS S-259
Arch/Gazebo/Display Wall-Per
Arch/Gazebo Fee $100

FACILITY RENTALS & PICNIC
RESERVATIONS S-260 Photo Opportunity Booth-Per Event $200

FACILITY RENTALS & PICNIC
RESERVATIONS S-261 City Employee Discount 15%, or up to $300

FACILITY RENTALS & PICNIC
RESERVATIONS S-262 Downpayment for City employees $0

FACILITY RENTALS & PICNIC
RESERVATIONS S-263
Demand Price Premium for NonResidents (May, June, July, August) Additional 15%

FACILITY RENTALS & PICNIC
RESERVATIONS S-265
Additional Setup/Cleanup-per hour
fee $35

FACILITY RENTALS & PICNIC
RESERVATIONS S-266
Video Game or Food Truck Permit
Fee-Per Event $150
CLARK ESTATE S-267 Downpayment $1,000
CLARK ESTATE S-268 Ceremony & Reception / Full Event
Rental (7 Hour Rental) 1-100 $3,500
CLARK ESTATE S-269 Ceremony & Reception / Full Event
Rental (7 Hour Rental) 101-200 $4,500
CLARK ESTATE S-270 Reception Only (6 Hour Rental) 1-100 $2,900 CLARK ESTATE S-271 Reception Only (6 Hour Rental) 101-
200 $3,500
CLARK ESTATE S-272 Ceremony Only (2 Hour Rental) 1-100 $1,200 CLARK ESTATE S-273 Ceremony Only (2 Hour Rental) 101-
200 $1,700
CLARK ESTATE S-274 Photo Session-per hour fee (2 hour
minimum) $150
CLARK ESTATE S-275 Photo Session Downpayment $50
CLARK ESTATE S-276 Upstairs Meeting Room-per hour fee $75 CLARK ESTATE S-277 Downstairs Meeting Room-per hour
fee $105
CLARK ESTATE S-278 Meeting Room Downpayment $75
CLARK ESTATE S-279 Funeral Reception (4 Hour Rental, 3
Hours setup, 1 Hour Cleanup)*
$550
CLARK ESTATE S-280 Funeral Downpayment $150
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FEE SCHEDULE

COMMUNITY SERVICES AND PARKS AND RECREATION
TYPE OF FEE REF # SERVICE Standard Fee Resident Fee Non-Resident Fee HERITAGE PARK S-281 Downpayment $1,000
HERITAGE PARK S-282 Ceremony & Reception / Full Event
Rental (7 Hour Rental) 1-150 $4,000
HERITAGE PARK S-283 Ceremony & Reception / Full Event
Rental (7 Hour Rental) 151-300 $5,000
HERITAGE PARK S-284 Reception Only (6 Hour Rental) 1-150 $3,300 HERITAGE PARK S-285 Reception Only (6 Hour Rental) 151- 300 $4,300
HERITAGE PARK S-286 Ceremony Only (2 Hour Rental) 1-150 ,$1,200 HERITAGE PARK S-287 Ceremony Only (2 Hour Rental) 151-
300 $1,700
HERITAGE PARK S-288 Photo Session-Per Hour Fee $150
HERITAGE PARK S-289 Photo Session Downpayment $50
HERITAGE PARK S-290 Carriage Barn Meeting Space RentalPer Hour Fee $105 HERITAGE PARK S-291 Train Depot Meeting Room-per hour
fee $75
HERITAGE PARK S-292 Meeting Space Downpayment $75
HERITAGE PARK S-293 Caboose Rental 1-40-per use fee (4
Hour Rental) $150
HERITAGE PARK S-294 Caboose Rental Downpayment $100
HERITAGE PARK S-295 Heritage Park Plaza Reservation (4
Hour Rental) $400
HERITAGE PARK S-296 Heritage Park Plaza Reservation
Downpayment $100
HERITAGE PARK S-297 Picnic Area Reservation 1-90 (4 Hour Rental) $300
HERITAGE PARK S-298 Picnic Area Reservation Downpayment $100 HERITAGE PARK S-299 Heritage Park Resident Discount
(Except Funeral Receptions) 20% Off
HERITAGE PARK S-300
Funeral Reception (4 Hour Rental, 3
Hours setup, 1 Hour Cleanup) $550 $150
HERITAGE PARK S-301 Funeral Downpayment $150
TOWN CENTER HALL S-302 Downpayment $1,000
TOWN CENTER HALL S-303
Social Hall, Saturday Fee (6 Hour
Rental, 3 Hours setup, 1 Hour Cleanup) $1,350 $2,500
TOWN CENTER HALL S-304
Social Hall, Sunday-Friday Fee (6 Hour
Rental, 3 Hours of setup, 1 Hour of
Cleanup)
$1,150 $1,750
TOWN CENTER HALL S-305
Business Meeting (4 Hour Rental)-For
SFS Businesses Only $500
TOWN CENTER HALL S-306
Business Meeting Downpayment-For
SFS Business Only $250
TOWN CENTER HALL S-307
Funeral Reception (4 Hour Rental, 3
Hours setup, 1 Hour Cleanup) $150.00 $550
TOWN CENTER HALL S-308 Funeral Reception Downpayment $150 $150 TOWN CENTER HALL S-309 Meeting Room #1 Rental (3 Hour
Rental) $225
TOWN CENTER HALL S-310 Meeting Room Downpayment $100
TOWN CENTER HALL S-311
Rehearsal Fee (during regular business
hours) $35
TOWN CENTER HALL S-312
Teen Lounge (4 Hour Rental, 3 Hour
Setup, 1 Hour Cleanup) $300 $500
TOWN CENTER HALL S-313 Teen Lounge Downpayment $150
CLARK ESTATE S-279*
Funeral Reception Bartender at Clarke
Estate or Heritage Park Fee( Cleanup)* $250
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FEE SCHEDULE

COMMUNITY SERVICES AND PARKS AND RECREATION
TYPE OF FEE REF # SERVICE Standard Fee Resident Fee Non-Resident Fee ACTIVITY CENTER S-338 Downpayment (Gym) $100
ACTIVITY CENTER S-339 Downpayment (Racquetball Courts) $30 ACTIVITY CENTER S-340
Main Gym Floor-Per Hour Fee (4
Hour Minimum) $50
ACTIVITY CENTER S-341 Racquetball Courts-Per Hour Fee $30 AQUATIC CENTER S-342 Downpayment (Pool Rental) $200
AQUATIC CENTER S-343
Pool Rental 1-100 - Per Hour Fee (3-
Hour Minimum)(Leisure Pool
and/or Competition Pool)
$200 $140 $200
AQUATIC CENTER S-344
Pool Rental 101-200 - Per Hour Fee
(3-Hour Minimum) (Leisure Pool
and/or Competition Pool)
$300 $200 $260
AQUATIC CENTER S-345 Downpayment (Meeting Room) $100
AQUATIC CENTER S-346
Meeting Room - Per Use Fee (3 Hour
Maximum) $200
AQUATIC CENTER S-347
Downpayment (Picnic Area During
Rec Swim) $50
AQUATIC CENTER S-348
Picnic Area (During Rec Swim)-Per
Hour Rate (Includes 1 Hour Setup and
1 Hour Breakdown)
$75 $100
AQUATIC CENTER S-349 Downpayment (Picnic Area + Private Pool Rental) $200
AQUATIC CENTER S-350
Picnic Area + Private Pool Rental (1-
100) (3 Hour Minimum) (Includes 1
Hour Setup and 1 Hour Breakdown)
$250 $150 $225
AQUATIC CENTER S-351
Picnic Area + Private Pool Rental
(101-200) (3 Hour Minimum)
(Includes 1 Hour Setup and 1 Hour
Breakdown)
$350 $200 $260
AQUATIC CENTER S-352
Downpayment (Private Pool Only
Rental) $100
AQUATIC CENTER S-353
1 Pool Per Hour Rate (3 Hour
Minimum) $160 $185
AQUATIC CENTER S-354
2 Pools Per Hour Rate (3 Hour
Minimum) $200 $260
AQUATIC CENTER S-355
Competition Pool Lane Rental Per
Hour Fee Per Lane (Teams Only) (2
Hour Minimum) During Operating
Hours, Max 6 People Per Lane
$20 $75 $85

AQUATIC CENTER
Private Rental Filming or
Commercial Use for Entire Facility
Per Day
$10,000
AQUATIC CENTER Private Spray Ground Per Hour $65
AQUATIC CENTER Private Spa Per Hour (20 people
max) $100
ATHLETIC FIELDS S-356
Ballfield Rental-1 Field-Per Hour Fee
(1-20 people) $40
ATHLETIC FIELDS S-357
Ballfield Rental-1 Field-Per Hour Fee
(21-50 people) $55
ATHLETIC FIELDS S-358
Ballfield Rental-1 Field-Per Hour Fee
(51+ people) $80
ATHLETIC FIELDS S-359 Ballfield Rental-2+ Fields-Per Hour Fee (1-20 people per field)
$30
ATHLETIC FIELDS S-360
Ballfield Rental-2+ Fields-Per Hour
Fee (21-50 people per field)
$45
ATHLETIC FIELDS S-361
Ballfield Rental-2+ Fields-Per Hour
Fee (51+ people per field)
$70
ATHLETIC FIELDS S-362 Light Fee-Per Hour Fee $15
ATHLETIC FIELDS S-363 Ballfield Prep Fee-Per Prep, Per Field $35 ATHLETIC FIELDS S-364 Soccer Prep Fee-Per Prep, Per Field $45 ATHLETIC FIELDS S-365 Soccer Goal Rental Fee-Per Pair $35 ATHLETIC FIELDS S-366 Adult Tournament Fee $250
ATHLETIC FIELDS S-367 Youth Tournament Fee $150
7 Effective 6/17/2026
SCULPTURE GARDEN S-368 Downpayment $100
SCULPTURE GARDEN S-369 4-Hour Rental $300
Facility Rental for Filming S-338 Hourly Fee for Renting a Facility for the Purposes of Filming $500
Facility Rental for Staging
of Equipment S-339 Hourly Fee for Staging Equipment (Max 10 Hours) $100

FEE SCHEDULE

COMMUNITY SERVICES AND PARKS AND RECREATION
TYPE OF FEE REF # SERVICE Standard Fee Resident Fee Non-Resident Fee Facility Rental Penalty
Fees Excess use beyond contracted end time $200
Facility Rental Penalty
Fees
Time Violations Park Picnic and Bounce
House Sites-Additional Staff Time
Required-Per Hour per staff
$75
Facility Rental Penalty
Fees
Time Violations-Late Vacate or Delayed
Exit – Flat Fee $200
Facility Rental Penalty
Fees
Cleaning Violations for Minor Trash-Flat
Fee $150
Facility Rental Penalty Fee Cleaning Violations for ModerateTrashFlat Fee $250 Facility Rental Penalty Fee Cleaning Violation for Excessive Cleaning (Bodily Fluid, Bloodborne Pathogens) $500
Facility Rental Penalty Fee Use of prohibited Items (i.e. decor, adhesives, sprays, etc.)-Cost of Cleanup $100-$250
Facility Rental Penalty Fee
Alcohol Violation (1st Violation) - No
licensed bartender on site, Self-Serve
Alcohol, Unauthorized Alcohol
Distribution
$500
Facility Rental Penalty Fee
Alcohol Violation (Glass Containers, Bar
Service Not Stopped 30 Minutes Prior to
End)
$200
Facility Rental Penalty Fee Alcohol Sales without ABC License $1,000 Facility Rental Penalty Fee Cost of Damage and Repair Actual Cost of Replacement or Repair
Facility Rental Penalty Fee Unauthorized use of equipment or areas $200 Facility Rental Penalty Fee Unapproved third-party equipment vendor $500
Facility Rental Penalty Fee Exceeding Approved Room Capacity $500 Facility Rental Penalty Fee Cancellation fee (6 months to 1 year prior to event) $100
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FEE SCHEDULE

COMMUNITY SERVICES AND PARKS AND RECREATION
TYPE OF FEE REF # SERVICE Standard Fee Resident Fee Non-Resident Fee

OLDER ADULT PROGRAMS - FOR
PARTICIPANTS AGES 50+ S-370
Fitness Room Annual Membership (50
year old or older) $0 $100

OLDER ADULT

PROGRAMS - FOR
PARTICIPANTS AGES 50+
Contract classes
Up to “At Cost”
(includes any
instructor materials
fees) + $5.00
Up to “At Cost”
(includes any
instructor materials
fees) + $10.00

OLDER ADULT

PROGRAMS - FOR
PARTICIPANTS AGES 50+
Older Adult Excursions
Up to “At Cost” for
Ticketed Entry
Excursions
Up to “At Cost” for
Ticketed Entry
Excursions + $5

OLDER ADULT

PROGRAMS - FOR
PARTICIPANTS AGES 50+
Older Adult Excursion Transportation
(roundtrip per person) $7

OLDER ADULT

PROGRAMS - FOR
PARTICIPANTS AGES 50+
Bingo Card (per card) $0.50

OLDER ADULT

PROGRAMS - FOR
PARTICIPANTS AGES 50+
S-371 Special Events (Dances, Holiday
Celebrations) (50 years old or older) $15 $10 $15

OLDER ADULT

PROGRAMS - FOR
PARTICIPANTS AGES 50+
S-372 Exercise Classes $0 $5

OLDER ADULT

PROGRAMS - FOR
PARTICIPANTS AGES 50+
S-373 All City’s Senior Ball $5 $10 At Cost $15

OLDER ADULT
PROGRAMS – FOR
PARTICIPANTS AGES 50+
ActiveNet Replacement Membership Card $5

FAMILY & HUMAN

SERVICES PROGRAMS &

ACTIVITIES
S-374 Notary Services $20

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-375 Activity Center Facility Daily Pass (Youth & Business Resident) $0 $5

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-376 Fitness Facility Membership-Monthly (Includes Business Residents) $5 $40

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-377
Fitness Facility Membership-Annual
(Includes Business Residents) $50 $150

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-378 Swim Lessons-Group $90 $50 $90

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-379 Swim Lessons-Group (Varied Days) Varies Varies Varies

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-380 Swim Lessons-Private $140 $95 $140

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-381 Adaptive Swim Lessons-Private $140 $95 $140

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-382 Recreation Swim-Youth $3 $2 $3

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-383 Recreation Swim-Adult $4 $2 $4

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-384 Water Aerobics, Lap Swim $4 $3 $4

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-385
Water Aerobics, Recreation Swim, Lap
Swim-City Employee $0

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-386
Water Aerobics, Recreation Swim, Lap
Swim-Seniors $3 $2

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-387
Water Aerobics, Recreation Swim, Lap
Swim-Veterans $3 $2 $2
Membership Punch Pass 1 Complimentary Visit
for Every 10 Purchases

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-388 Swim Team-Quarterly Monthly Rate $120 $70 $120 Water Polo Monthly Rate (8 Classes) $90

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-389 Jr. Lifeguard Program $130 $100 $130

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-390 Day Camp-2 Week Session $140 $180

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-391 Day Camp-1 Week Session $100 $120

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-392 Spring Camp $100 $120
9 Effective 6/17/2026

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-393 Daily Day Camp $25 $35

FEE SCHEDULE

COMMUNITY SERVICES AND PARKS AND RECREATION
TYPE OF FEE REF # SERVICE Standard Fee Resident Fee Non-Resident Fee

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES Jr. Camp Assistant Cost of Trip $20 $30

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-394 Day Camp Excursion (For Daily Camp) Cost of Trip

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-395 Family Camp-Adult $100

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-396 Family Camp-Youth $75

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-397 Santa Home Visits $100

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-398 Specialty Camp $70 $90

FEE SCHEDULE

COMMUNITY SERVICES AND PARKS AND RECREATION
TYPE OF FEE REF # SERVICE Standard Fee Resident Fee Non-Resident Fee 10 Effective 6/17/2026

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-399 5K-Adult Regular Fees $20 $30

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-400 5K-Youth Regular Fees $8

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-401 5K Kids Run $4

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-402
5K-Adult Early Bird Fees (34-75 Days
Prior to 5K) $15 $25

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-403
5K-Youth Early Bird Fees (34-75 Days
Prior to 5K) $5

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-404
5K-Adult Super Early Bird Fees (76-120
Days Prior to 5K) $12 $20

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-405
5K-Youth Super Early Bird Fees (76-120
Days Prior to 5K) $4

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-406
5K Early Super Bird Run (76-120 Days
Prior to 5K) $3

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-407 5K-Adult (First Weeks Promotional Rate) $10 $20

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-408 5K-Youth (First Weeks Promotional Rate) $3

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-409 5K Early (First Weeks Promotional Rate) $2

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-410 5K Same Day Fees-Adult $25 $40

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-411 5K Same Day Fees-Youth $13

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-412 5K Same Day Fees-Kids Run $9

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-413 Adult Softball Team Fee $530 $630

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-414 Adult Basketball/Volleyball Team Fee $560 $660

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-415 Adult Tournament Team Fee $200 $300

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-416 Adult Sports Free Agent Fee $65 $85

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-417 Adult Sports Forfeit Fee Cost of Game

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-418 Adult Sports Late Payment $35

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-419 Youth Sports Individual League Fee $65 $100

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-420 Lake Center Youth Sports $50

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-421 Youth Sports Tournament Fee $150

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-422 Community Garden Annual Parcel $20 $40

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-423 Recreation Classes Varies Varies Varies + $10

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES S-424 Excursion Program Varies Varies Varies + $10

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES Excursion Program Transportation $15

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES Overnight Camp at Park (Group of 4) $45 $65

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES
Overnight Camp at Park (Additional
Guests) $15

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES Overnight Camp at Park (Tent Rental Fee) $20

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES Youth Sports Coaching Incentive
Full Credit for
Participant Fees after
season toward an SFS
Activity

RECREATION PROGRAMS
& ACTIVITIES Concession Items Varies

FEE SCHEDULE

COMMUNITY SERVICES AND PARKS AND RECREATION
TYPE OF FEE REF # SERVICE Standard Fee Resident Fee Non-Resident Fee SPECIAL EVENT FEES S-425 ArtFest Student Artist Fee $0
SPECIAL EVENT FEES S-426 ArtFest Artist Fee $20
11 Effective 6/17/2026
SPECIAL EVENT FEES S-427 ArtFest Film Fest $25
SPECIAL EVENT FEES S-428 Vendor Fees-Large Events-Food Truck $150 SPECIAL EVENT FEES S-429 Vendor Fees-Large Events-Food Booth $200 SPECIAL EVENT FEES S-430
Vendor Fees-Large EventsCraft/Artisan/Retail Vendor $100 SPECIAL EVENT FEES S-431 Vendor Fees-Small Events-Food Truck $65 SPECIAL EVENT FEES S-432 Vendor Fees-Small Events-Food Booth $100 SPECIAL EVENT FEES S-433
Vendor Fees-Small EventsCraft/Artisan/Retail Vendor $65 SPECIAL EVENT FEES S-434
Summer Concerts (all concerts) - Food
Booth $200
SPECIAL EVENT FEES S-435
Summer Concerts (all concerts) - Food
Truck $150
SPECIAL EVENT FEES S-436
Summer Concerts (one concert) - Food
Booth $100
SPECIAL EVENT FEES S-437
Summer Concerts (one concert) - Food
Truck $65
SPECIAL EVENT FEES S-438 Food and Beverage Concession Items Market Value MISCELANEOUS FEES S-439 Replacement or Duplicate Paperwork Fee (Court-Ordered Volunteer Program) $20 per request
MISCELLANOUS FEES City Brand Merchandise Market Value
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FEE SCHEDULE

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Department REF # SERVICE CURRENT FEE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-001 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT $12,240 per application plus any outside environmental consultant costs
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-002 ADMIN. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT $4,605 per application COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-003 COND USE PERMIT - AMENDMENT $9,290 per application plus any outside environmental consultant costs
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-004 COND USE PERMIT - WIRELESS TELE FAC $12,240 per application plus any outside environmental consultant costs
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-005 CUP COMPLIANCE REVIEW $1,515 per review COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-006 DEVELOPMENT PLAN APPROVAL $15,970 per application plus any outside environmental consultant costs
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-007 ADMIN. DEVELOPMENT PLAN APPROVAL $4,605 per application COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-008 DEVELOPMENT PLAN APPROVAL AMENDMENT $8,340 per application COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-009 ZONE CHANGE $12,445 per application plus any outside environmental consultant costs
If application is submitted with another
application(s), the lower costing application
fee(s) is reduced by 50%.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-010 ZONE MODIFICATION - RESIDENTIAL $7,210 per application If application is submitted with another
application(s), the lower costing application
fee(s) is reduced by 50%.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-011 ZONE MODIFICATION - ALL OTHER $7,900 per application If application is submitted with another
application(s), the lower costing application
fee(s) is reduced by 50%.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-012 ZONING CODE AMENDMENT $16,685 per application COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-013 GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT $12,445 per application plus any outside environmental consultant costs
If application is submitted with another
application(s), the lower costing application
fee(s) is reduced by 50%.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-014 DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT $5,915 plus any outside costs COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-015 COVENANTS, COND & RESTRICTIONS REV $1,635 plus any outside costs 13 Effective 6/17/2026

FEE SCHEDULE

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Department REF # SERVICE CURRENT FEE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-016 TENTATIVE TRACT/PARCEL MAP $3,685 per application COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-017 LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT (PLANNING) $4,580 per application plus any outside costs
If application is submitted with another
application(s), the lower costing application
fee(s) is reduced by 50%.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-018 REVIEW OF MITIGATED NEG DEC Charge 20% ofthe Consultant Contract costfor City Staff review plus any Fish and
Wildlife fees.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-019 REVIEW OF NEGATIVE DECLARATION Charge 20% ofthe Consultant Contract costfor City Staff review
Applicant will directly pay any required
California Department of Fish & Wildlife fees
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-020 REVIEW OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REP Charge 20% ofthe Consultant Contract cost for City Staff review plus any Fish and Wildlife
fees.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-021 PRELIMINARY APPLICATION REVIEW $1,225 - 1st review $ 650 - ea addl review
50% ofthe fee is fully credited towards
Planning application if submitted within six
months
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-022 TIME EXTENSION $1,715 per application COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-023 TIME EXTENSION - NON CONFORMING USE $1,000 deposit with charges at the fully allocated hourly rates for City staff involved
plus any outside costs.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-024 APPEAL TO PLANNING COMMISSION $4,080 per appeal COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-025 APPEAL TO CITY COUNCIL $4,080 per appeal COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-026 LANDSCAPE PLAN REVIEW $ 125 - Single Family Residential $ 335 - All Other (Non-MWELO)
$1,005 - All Other (MWELO)
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-027 DDCV & SPRINKLER PLAN CHECK $165 per application COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-028 OIL WELL SITE PLAN REVIEW $210 per project plus any outside costs COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-029 WIRELESS TELECOM FACIL - ADMIN $3,430 per application COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-030 MASTER WIRELESS AGREEMENT Deposit determined by staff with charges at the fully allocated hourly rates for City staff
involved plus any
outside costs.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-031 SITE LEASE AGREEMENT Deposit determined by staff with charges at the fully allocated hourly rates for City staff
involved plus any
outside costs.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-032 BANNER PERMIT REVIEW $85 per permit COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-033 SIGN REVIEW $125 per application COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-034 SIGN PROGRAM REVIEW $670 per application 14 Effective 6/17/2026

FEE SCHEDULE

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Department REF # SERVICE CURRENT FEE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-035 BUSINESS LICENSE REVIEW (PLANNING) $85 per review COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-036 HOME OCCUPATION PERMIT (PLANNING) $125 per permit COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-037 OFFICE TRAILER PERMIT $165 per permit COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-038 TEMPORARY STORAGE PERMIT $3,270 per application COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-039 ZONING CERTIFICATION LETTER $725 per letter COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-040 OFFSITE RECORD/PLAN RETRIEVAL $50 per box COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-041 ADDITIONAL/MISC PLAN REVIEW Deposit determined by staff with charges atthe fully allocated hourly rates for City staff
involved plus any
outside costs.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-042 PLANNING DEPT PLAN CHECK Charge 25% ofthe Building Plan Check fee COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-043 GENERAL PLAN MAINTENANCE 3.0% of building permit fees COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-044 DEVELOP/FIRE TECHNOLOGY SURCHARGE 1% of Building and Fire permit fees COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-045 BUILDING PLAN CHECK & INSPECTION With the new contract provider, the City should re-study this service within the next year
to determine if the current fees are
appropriate. Move to Public Works
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ZONE VARIANCE $12,455 per application plus any outside environmental consultant costs
If application is submitted with another
application(s), the lower costing application
fee(s) is reduced by 50%.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WIRELESS TELE FAC RENEWAL $2,355
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-191 ALCOHOL SALES - APPLICATION $5,535 per application COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-192 ALCOHOL SALES - COMPLIANCE REVIEW $1,730 per review COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-194 ENTERTAINMNT PERMIT - APPLICATION $6,805 - Adult $5,345 - Non-Adult
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT S-195 ENTERTAINMNT PERMIT - ANNUAL COMPLIANCE $1,095 - Adult $ 400 - Non-Adult
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ZONE ORDINANCE AMENDMENT REQUEST $16,685 per application 15 Effective 6/17/2026

FEE SCHEDULE

FINANCE
Department REF # SERVICE CURRENT FEE
FINANCE S-236 BUSINESS LICENSE - NEW $50 per business
FINANCE S-237 BUSINESS LICENSE - RENEWAL $45 per business FINANCE S-238 BUSINESS LICENSE CHANGE OF ADDRESS $45 per business FINANCE S-239 NSF CHECK PROCESSING $60 per returned check 16 Effective 6/17/2026

FEE SCHEDULE

FIRE - PREVENTION
Department REF # SERVICE CURRENT FEE
FIRE S-110 (FP) NEW CONSTRUCTION PLAN REV/INSP $ 680 - <20,000 sf/floor/bldg $ 890 - 20,001-50,000 sf/floor/bldg
$1,215 - 50,001-100,000 sf/floor/bldg
$ 21 - each addl 10,000 sf above 100,000
sf/floor/bldg
FIRE S-111 (FP) MEDICAL GAS SYSTEM PLAN REV/INSP $700 – per plan $470 – per inspection
FIRE S-112 (FP) CARBON DIOXIDE SYS PLAN REV/INSP $935 - per plan FIRE S-113 (FP) SITE PLAN & ACCESS REVIEW $120 - per review FIRE S-114 (FP) SOLAR PANEL - RESIDENTIAL $220 - per permit FIRE S-115 (FP) SOLAR PANEL - COMMERCIAL up to 50 kW - $445 per permit 51-250kW - addl $7 per kW over 50 kW
>250kW- addl $5 per kW over 250 kW
FIRE S-116 (FP) ADDITIONAL FIRE PLAN REVIEW $235/hr
FIRE S-117 (FP) FIRE PERMIT EXTENSION/REISSUANCE $235 - per request FIRE S-118 (FP) EXPEDITED PLAN REVIEW $282 per hour (1 hour minimum) FIRE S-119 (FP) FIRE ALARM SYSTEM PLAN REV/INSP $ 665 - 10 devices or less $1,100 - 11 to 50 devices
$ 445 - each addl 50 devices beyond 50
FIRE S-120 (FP) FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM $560 - per permit FIRE S-121 (FP) FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM PLAN REV/INSP $270 - Systems with 20 heads or less $890 - Systems with 21 to 100 heads
$220 - each addl 100 heads beyond 100
FIRE S-122 (FP) NFPA 13DSINGLE FAMILY PLAN REV/INSP $890 - per permit FIRE S-123 (FP) FIRE NEW CONSTRUCTION RES UNIT SPRINKLER PLAN

REV/INSP
$444 - up to 5 units
$865 - 6-10 units
$210 - each addl 10 units
FIRE S-124 (FP) FIRE UNDERGROUND SYSTEM PLAN REV/INSP $ 655 - 1 to 4 hydrants/risers $ 865 - 5 to 10 hydrants/risers
$1,075 - 11 or more hydrants/risers
FIRE S-125 (FP) FIRE TENANT IMPRV CONSTRUCT PLAN REV/INSP $325 - per permit FIRE S-126 (FP) SPRINKLER TENANT IMPRV/FIRE PROT SYS PLAN REV/INSP $445 - 20 heads or less $770 - 21 to 100 heads
$220 - each addl 100 heads beyond 100
FIRE S-127 (FP) EMERG RESP RADIO COVERAGE PLAN REV/INSP $935 - per plan $755 - per inspection
FIRE
FIRE S-129 (FP) VAPOR RECOVERY/REMOVAL SYST PLAN REV $700 - per plan FIRE S-130 (FP) PRELIMINARY PLAN REVIEW $235/hr
FIRE S-131
FIRE S-132 (FP) FIRE CODE-BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE SYST $560 - per permit 17 Effective 6/17/2026

FEE SCHEDULE

FIRE - PREVENTION
Department REF # SERVICE CURRENT FEE
FIRE S-133 (FP) FIRE CODE-COMPRESSED GAS SYSTEM $560 - per permit FIRE S-134 (FP) FIRE CODE-CRYOGENIC FLUIDS $560 - per permit FIRE
FIRE S-136 (FP) FIRE CODE-FIRE PUMP PLAN REV/INSP $875 - per permit $630 – per inspection
FIRE S-137 (FP) FIRE CODE-FLAMM/COMBUSTIB LIQUIDS $1,355 - per permit FIRE S-138 (FP) FIRE CODE-FUEL CELL POWER SYSTEMS $560 - per permit FIRE S-139 (FP) FIRE CODE-GAS DETECTION SYSTEMS $665 - per permit FIRE S-140 (FP) FIRE CODE-GATES AND BARRICADES $220 - per permit FIRE S-141 (FP) FIRE CODE-HAZ MAT (H-OCCUPANCY) $1,015 - per permit FIRE S-142 (FP) FIRE CODE-INDUSTRIAL OVENS $445 - per permit FIRE S-143 (FP) FIRE CODE-LP GAS $680 - per permit
FIRE S-144 (FP) FIRE CODE-MOTOR VEHICLE REPAIR ROOM $325 - per permit FIRE S-145 (FP) FIRE CODE-PLANT EXTRACTION SYSTEM $1,120 - per permit. Covers up to 5 hours of staff time
FIRE S-146 (FP) FIRE CODE-PRIVATE FIRE HYDRANTS $220 - per permit FIRE S-147 (FP) FIRE CODE-SMOKE CONTROL/EXHAUST SYS $665 - per permit FIRE S-148 (FP) FIRE CODE-SPECIAL EVENT/ACTIVITIES (TEMP STRUCTURE,

TENTS, CANOPIES)
$420 - per permit
FIRE S-149 (FP) FIRE CODE-SPRAYING OR DIPPING $665 - per permit FIRE S-150 (FP) FIRE CODE-STANDPIPE SYSTEMS PLAN REV/INSP $665 - per permit $420 – per inspection
FIRE S-151 (FP) FIRE CODE-DUST COLLECTION SYSTEM $680 - per permit FIRE S-152 (FP) FIRE CODE-METHANE MITIGATION SYSTEM $680 - per permit FIRE S-153 (FP) FIRE CODE-OIL WELL ABANDONMENT $535 - per permit FIRE S-154
FIRE S-155 (FP) HIGHPILED COMBUSTIBLE STORAGE $550 - total of 5,000 sf or less $760 - total of 5,001 to 10,000 sf
$210–each addl 5,000 sf beyond 10,000 sf
FIRE S-156 (FP) OIL WELL - NEW INSTALLATION Actual staff and outside costs FIRE S-157 (FP) HYDRANT FLOW (WITNESS ONLY) $210 - per test FIRE S-158 (FP) FIRE SAFETY WATCH Fully allocated hourly rate with minimum of 2 hours
FIRE S-159 (FP) FIRE RE-INSPECTION Fully allocated hourly rate with minimum of 1 hour
FIRE S-160 (FP) REQUESTED FIRE INSPECTION Fully allocated hourly rate with minimum of 1 hour
FIRE S-161 (FP) AFTER-HOURS FIRE INSPECTION 120% of the Fully allocated hourly rate with minimum of 4 hours
FIRE S-162 (FP) NEW BUSINESS INSPECTION- FIRE $210 - Up to 100,000 sq ft $420 - Over 100,000 sq ft
FIRE S-163 (FP) ANNUAL ENGINE COMPANY INSPECTION Fully allocated hourly rate with minimum of 1 hour
FIRE S-164 (FP) FIRE CODE VIOLATIONS No Charge - Initial insp/ Violation 1st notice $ 100 - 1st reinsp/ Violation 2nd notice
$ 510 - 2nd reinsp/ Violation 3rd notice
$1,020 - 3rd reinsp/City attorney/Prosecutor action
FIRE S-165 (FP) FIRE SUPPRESSION ACTIVITIES Fully allocated hourly rates 18 Effective 6/17/2026

FEE SCHEDULE
FIRE – PREVENTION
Department REF # SERVICE CURRENT FEE
FIRE S-166 (FP) PARAMEDIC SERVICES Paramedic Subscription Program (residents only) - $60 per year, per address
Emergency Medical Assessment - $369.25 per response
FIRE S-167 (FP) FIRE FALSE ALARM RESPONSE $355 - per response FIRE S-168 (FP) ANNUAL FIRE CODE OPERATIONS PERMIT $260 - per permit FIRE S-169 (FP) ANNUAL FIRE CODE PERMIT - HOT WORK $105 – per permit, less than 200 cubic feet $210 – per permit, 200 cubic feet or greater
FIRE S-170 (FP) MISCELLANEOUS FIRE PERMIT $210 - per permit FIRE S-171
FIRE S-173
FIRE S-174 (FP) IN-RACK FIRE SPRINKLER INSP $420 - per permit, 100 heads or less $105 - each addl 100 heads over 100
FIRE S-175 (FP) HOSE REEL/RACK/STAND PIPE INSP $420 - per permit FIRE S-176
FIRE S-177 (FP) FIRE CODE-FIRE ALARM INSP $420 - First 50 devices $210 - each addl 50 devices
FIRE S-179 (FP) FLAM/COMB LIQUID PIPING SYS INSP $420 - per permit FIRE S-180 (FP) FLAM/COMB LIQ-MANUF & PROCESS INSP $1,260 -per permit, plus actual time up to 6 hours FIRE S-181 (FP) MECHANICAL REFRIGERATION SYST INSP $210 - per permit FIRE S-183 (FP) MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL FIRE INSP $230 - per inspection FIRE S-184 (FP) APARTMENT/TOWNHOUSE/HOTEL/MOTEL FIRE INSP $230 – per inspection, 3-10 units $350 – per inspection, 11-20 units
$60 - each addl 10 units over 20
FIRE S-185 (FP) ASSIST LIVING FACILITY FIRE INSP $230 – per inspection, 1-25 residents $350, per inspection, 26-50 residents $60 - each addl 25 residents over 50
FIRE S-186 (FP) REHAB/HALFWAY/STATE FACILITY FIRE INSP $695 -per permit, plus actual time up to 6 hours FIRE S-187 (FP) HOSPITAL/CLINIC FIRE INSP $695 -per permit, plus actual time up to 6 hours FIRE S-188 (FP) SCHOOL FIRE INSP $695 -per permit plus actual time up to 6 hours FIRE S-440 (FP) METHANE DETECTION SYSTEM (ORDINANCE) $190.00 FIRE S-441 (FP) OIL AND NATURAL GAS WELLS (ORDINANCE) $90.00 FIRE S-442 (FP) ABOVE GROUND STORAGE: INSTALL, REMOVAL,

DEMOLITION, AND MODIFICATION OF PIPING OR

STRUCTURES (PER TANK)
$310.00
FIRE S-443 (FP) FLAMMABLE/COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID MANUFACTURING,

BLENDING OR REFINING
$2,675.00
FIRE
FIRE S-445 (FP) MISCELLANEOUS COMBUSTIBLE STORAGE
>2500 CUBIC FEET
$165.00
FIRE S-446 (FP) Magnesium Working $190.00
FIRE S-447
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FEE SCHEDULE

FIRE - ENVIRONMENTAL
Department REF # SERVICE CURRENT FEE

FIRE (FENV) ABOVEGROUND PETROLEUM STORAGE TANK

FACILITY

ANNUAL FEE BASED ON FACILITY AGGREGATE GALLONS
$190 - 1320 to < 10K
$415 - 10K to < 100K
$760 - 100K to < 1,000K
$1,465 - 1,000K to < 10,000K
$2,170 - 10,000K to < 100,000K
$3,315 - >100,000K

FIRE (FENV) CALIFORNIA ACCIDENTAL RELEASE PREVENTION

ANNUAL FEE (PER MATERIAL)
$4,255 – Federally Regulated Material
$2,560 – State Only Regulated Material

FIRE (FENV) HAZARDOUS MATERIALS RELEASE RESPONSE

PLANS AND INVENTORIES

ANNUAL FEE BASED UPON BOTH NUMBER AND VOLUME

OF MATERIALS
$175 – 1 material
$345 – 2-4 materials
$620 – 5-10 materials
$1,535 – 11-20 materials
$4,600 – 21-40 materials
$8,275 – 41+ materials (single facility)
$9,195 – 41+ materials (multiple facility)
$820 – Liquids-volume 10,001 to 1,000,000 gals
$8,175 – Liquids-volume over 1,000,001 gals
$820 – Solids-volume 100,001 to 10,000,000 lbs
$8,175 – Solids-volume over 10,000,001 lbs
$820 – Gases-volume 1,000,001 to 100,000,000 cu ft
$8,175 – Gases-volume over 100,000,001 cu ft

FIRE (FENV) HAZARDOUS WASTE GENERATOR FEES

ANNUAL FEE BASED UPON NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES

EXCEPT SPECIAL PERMIT
$285 – Special Permit
$285 – CESQG (Silver Only)
$285 – Excluded Recyclable
$285 – Hazardous Waste Hauler Permit
$735 – 0-5 employees
$945 – 6-19 employees
$475 – 0-5 employees w/ Self Audit Program
$625 – 6-10 employees w/ Self Audit Program
$1,230 – 20-100 employees
$1,660 – 101-500 employees
$2,905 – 501+ employees

FIRE (FENV) INDUSTRIAL WASTE

ANNUAL FEES BASED ON INSPECTION FEE CLASS
$275 – Class A (Restaurant)
$410 – Class B
$615 – Class C
$825 - Class D
$1,240 - Class E
$2,470 – Class M
$0 – Class S
$310 – Class T
$310 – Rainwater Diversion System
FIRE (FENV) TIERED PERMIT ANNUAL FEES $1,705 – Permit-by-rule (Fixed Units), per facility $1,705 – Permit-by-rule (Transportable), per unit
$1,705 – Conditional Authorization, per facility
$170 - Conditional Exemption, per facility
$170 – Commercial Laundry, per facility

FIRE (FENV) UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK ANNUAL

OPERATING PERMIT FEES
$985 – First tank
$490 - Each additional tank
FIRE (FENV) STORMWATER ANNUAL FEES $80 - per facility

FIRE (FENV) CALIFORNIA ACCIDENTAL RELEASE PREVENTION

PLAN REV/PARTICIPATION
$205/hr

FIRE (FENV) CLOSURE PERMITS (FACILITY, INDUSTRIAL

WASTE PRETREATMENT, OR TIERED PERMIT

EQUIPMENT)
$435 – Facility Closure Permit
$585 – Treatment Unit Closure (initial permit)
$205 – Closure/Workplan Report Rev Fee per hour
FIRE (FENV) OTHER CHARGES/FEES $475 – Late or Missed Inspection $475 – Late CERS Submittal Penalty (Due
March 1st Annually)
$205 - EPD Oversight hourly rate
$475 – Reinspection Fee Consultant’s Rate –
Additional Consultant’s Time
$305 – EPD Overtime hourly rate
$205 – Chemical Hazard Classification,
Occupancy Rating Tables and other related
plan reviews (hourly rate)
FIRE (FENV) INDUSTRIAL WASTE DISPOSAL PERMIT $405 – new sewer disposal permit $620 - new on-site disposal permit
$595 - new off-site disposal permit
$265 – revised sewer disposal permit
$380 – revised on-site disposal permit
$360 – revised off-site disposal permit
FIRE (FENV) INDUSTRIAL WASTE PLAN NEW $610 – new Class 1 sewer discharge $745 – new Class 2 sewer discharge
$955 – new Class 3 sewer discharge
$1,050 - new Class 4 sewer discharge
$1,525 – new Class 5 sewer discharge
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$1,950 – new Class 6 sewer discharge
$805 - new Class 1 on-site reuse
$1,020 – new Class 2 on-site reuse
$1,300 - new Class 3 on-site reuse
$1,445 - new Class 4 on-site reuse
$2,125 - new Class 5 on-site reuse
$2,545 - new Class 6 on-site reuse
$665 - new Class 1 off-site untreated
$805 - new Class 2 off-site untreated
$1,020 - new Class 3 off-site untreated
$1,125 - new Class 4 off-site untreated
$1,660 - new Class 5 off-site untreated
$2,130 - new Class 6 off-site untreated
FIRE (FENV) INDUSTRIAL WASTE PLAN REVISIONS $475 – Revised Class1 sewer discharge $580 – Revised Class 2 sewer discharge
$730 – Revised Class 3 sewer discharge
$805 - Revised Class 4 sewer discharge
$1,180 – Revised Class 5 sewer discharge
$1,390 – Revised Class 6 sewer discharge
$630 - Revised Class 1 sewer discharge
$760 – Revised Class 2 sewer discharge
$1,090 - Revised Class 3 sewer discharge
$1,105 - Revised Class 4 sewer discharge
$1,640 - Revised Class 5 sewer discharge
$2,185 - Revised Class 6 sewer discharge
$475 - Revised Class 1 sewer discharge
$580 - Revised Class 2 sewer discharge
$730 - Revised Class 3 sewer discharge
$880 - Revised Class 4 sewer discharge
$1,210 - Revised Class 5 sewer discharge
$1,500 - Revised Class 6 sewer discharge
FIRE (FENV) SPILL RESPONSE/CLEANUP SFSDFR will charge a responsible party full cost recovery (including manpower & materials) for spill response/cleanup

FIRE (FENV) UNDERGROUND SPILL CONTAINMENT TANK
EXEMPTED PER 23 CCR 2612

INSTALLATION, NEW CONSTRUCTION, PLAN CLEARANCE
$315 – first tank
$315 – each addl tank

FIRE (FENV) UNDERGROUND TANK CONSTRUCTION PERMIT
FEES

UST INSTALLATION, NEW CONSTRUCTION, PLAN

CLEARANCE

UST CLOSURE APPLICATION AND PERMIT

UST MINOR MODIFICATIONS

UST MAJOR MODIFICATIONS

UST PERMIT ADDENDUM
$1,190 – first tank
$315 – each addl tank
$775 – first tank (incl 4 hrs oversight)
$250 – each addl tank (flat rate)
$405 – report review – historic tank closure
$480 – first tank (incl 2 hrs oversight)
$205 – each addl tank (flat rate)
$965 – first tank (incl 4 hrs oversight)
$190 – each addl tank (flat rate)
$205 – administrative changes only
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SCHEDULE

POLICE SERVICES
Department REF # SERVICE CURRENT FEE
POLICE SERVICES S-190 BUSINESS REGULATORY PERMIT $400 per permit POLICE SERVICES S-193 FOOD/SIDEWLK VEND/CATER TRCK-POLICE $285 per business plus $140 per vehicle
POLICE SERVICES S-196 FIREARM SALES SITE PERMIT $905 per permit POLICE SERVICES S-197 DUI EMERGENCY ACCIDENT RESPONSE California Government Code 53155 Charge the actual costs incurred up to
$12,000 per response for all
responding personnel
POLICE SERVICES S-198 IMPOUNDED VEHICLE RELEASE $166 per vehicle $319 per vehicle (DUI - Not Guilty)
POLICE SERVICES S-199 REPOSSESSED VEHICLE RELEASE California Government Code 26751 $15 per vehicle
POLICE SERVICES S-200 CITATION SIGN OFF/VIN VERIFICATION $25 per citation/vehicle POLICE SERVICES S-201 TRAFFIC ACCIDENT REPORT $15 per report Fee should comply with the terms of
the Public Records Act.

POLICE SERVICES S-202 LOCAL CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORD $50 per report POLICE SERVICES S-203 IMMIGRATION LETTER $25 per letter POLICE SERVICES S-204 VISA CLEARANCE LETTERS $50 per letter POLICE SERVICES S-205 POLICE FALSE ALARM RESPONSE $125 per response POLICE SERVICES S-206 YARD SALE PERMIT $10 per permit. Free for seniors POLICE SERVICES S-207 ANIMAL CARE SERVICES $23 per license - Spayed (NonSeniors) $8 per license - Spayed (Senior
Citizen)
$60 per license - Not Spayed
$45 per license: Senior (55 years old
or order) Not-spayed
$8 - Duplicate Dog License
$27 - Fine/Penalty
POLICE SERVICES S-208 PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER-EVENT COVERAGE $360 per event POLICE SERVICES S-209 SUBPOENA - WITNESS AND DOCUMENTS Subpoenaed Non-Sworn - $35 per day plus $0.20 per mile (CA Govt
Code 68093)
Subpoenaed Peace Officer - full cost
to the public entity incurred in
paying the peace officer, firefighter
his or her salary or other
compensation and traveling
expense for each day that such
officer is required to remain in
attendance (CA Govt Code 68097.2)
Subpoena Duces Tecum - $15 (CA
Evidence Code 1563(b)(6))
POLICE SERVICES S-448 22500(n)(1)(A) CVC: Crosswalk parking restriction
$51per fine
POLICE SERVICES S-449 72.26 SFSMC: Parking of Recreational Vehicles Prohibited on any City Street
$63 per fine
POLICE SERVICES S-450 72.63(A) SFSMC: EV Parking/4-hour time limit. $63 per fine POLICE SERVICES S-451 72.63(B) SFSMC: EV Parking Time
Restriction/Employee Only.
$63 per fine
POLICE SERVICES S-452 11.06 SFSMC: Civil Fines California Government Code 53069.4, 25132, 36900
First Violation: $100
Second Violation: $200
Third Violation: $500
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FEE SCHEDULE

PUBLIC WORKS
Department REF # SERVICE CURRENT FEE
PUBLIC WORKS S-068 FINAL PARCEL/TRACT MAP $4,470 per map plus actual costs for contract surveyor
PUBLIC WORKS S-069 LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT (PW) $2,085 per application plus actual costs for contract surveyor
PUBLIC WORKS S-070 LOT MERGER $2,085 per application plus actual costs for contract surveyor
PUBLIC WORKS S-071 LOT TIE AGREEMENT $2,085 per application plus actual costs for contract surveyor
PUBLIC WORKS S-072 STREET/ALLEY VACATION Deposit determined by staff with charges atthe fully allocated hourly
rates for City staff involved plus any
outside costs.

PUBLIC WORKS S-073 SUMMARY STREET VACATION Deposit determined by staff with charges atthe fully allocated hourly
rates for City staff involved plus any
outside costs.

PUBLIC WORKS S-074 CONST - COMMERCIAL DRIVEWAY $550 per permit PUBLIC WORKS S-075 CONST - RESIDENTIAL DRIVEWAY $550 per permit PUBLIC WORKS S-076 CONST - SIDEWALK $550 per permit
PUBLIC WORKS S-077 CONST - CURB & GUTTER $550 per permit PUBLIC WORKS S-078 CONST - PARKWAY CULVERT $550 per permit PUBLIC WORKS S-079 CONST - CURB RAMP $550 per permit
PUBLIC WORKS S-080 CONST - CURB CORE FOR DRAIN PIPE $550 per permit PUBLIC WORKS S-081 EXCAVATION PERMIT PROCESSING $355 per permit PUBLIC WORKS S-082 EXCAVATION INSPECTION Regular Hours - $132 per hour (2 hour minimum)
After Hours - $160 per hour (2 hour
minimum)
PUBLIC WORKS S-083 TRAFFIC CONTROL PLAN REVIEW $385 per plan PUBLIC WORKS S-084 PUBLIC WORKS PLAN CHECK/INSPECTION 16% of ACC - Up to $500,000 Approved Construction Cost
7% of ACC - Amount beyond $500,000
ACC
PUBLIC WORKS S-085 TRAFFIC STUDY REVIEW First review - $1,260 Each additional review - $875
PUBLIC WORKS S-086 IRRIGATION PLAN CHECK $830 per sheet 23 Effective 6/17/2026

FEE SCHEDULE

PUBLIC WORKS
Department REF # SERVICE CURRENT FEE
PUBLIC WORKS S-087 DRAINAGE PLAN REVIEW & INSPECTION Deposit determined by 15% of Estimated Construction Costs with
charges atthe fully allocated hourly
rates for City staff involved plus any
outside costs.

PUBLIC WORKS S-088 SEWER STUDY REVIEW $1,360 per study
PUBLIC WORKS S-089 MS4 PERMIT COMPLIANCE PLAN CHECK Charge actual contract costs PUBLIC WORKS S-090 MS4 PERMIT COMPLIANCE INSPECTION $270 per inspection plus actual contract costs
PUBLIC WORKS S-091 ADDITIONAL PUBLIC WORKS PLAN REVIEW $425 per review PUBLIC WORKS S-092 ADDITIONAL PUBLIC WORKS INSPECTION Regular Hours - $132 per hour (2 hour
minimum)
After Hours - $160 per hour (2 hour
minimum)
PUBLIC WORKS S-093 UTILITY FRANCHISE APPLICATION Deposit determined by staff with charges atthe fully allocated hourly
rates for City staff involved plus any
outside costs.

PUBLIC WORKS S-094 INSURANCE CERTIFICATE REVIEW First review - No Charge Second review and beyond - $120 per
review
PUBLIC WORKS S-095 STREET SIGN INSTALLATION $385 per review plus $735 per sign if approved
PUBLIC WORKS S-096 DISABLED PARKING REVIEW $1,135 per review plus $800 for installation if approved
PUBLIC WORKS S-097 EASEMENT DEED REVIEW First 2 reviews - $825 Each additional review - $415
PUBLIC WORKS S-098 TREE REMOVAL PERMIT $820 per review plus $465 per removal if approved
PUBLIC WORKS S-099 TEMP. REFUSE BIN/STORAGE POD PERMIT $200 per permit PUBLIC WORKS S-100 REPRODUCTION - DEVELOPMENT PLANS $30 each sheet PUBLIC WORKS S-101 BACKFLOW DEVICE TESTING PROCESSING $40 per device per year PUBLIC WORKS S-102 SEWER FLOW TEST $2,500 deposit for actual staff and outside costs
PUBLIC WORKS S-103 UTILITY RESEARCH $135 per hour (1/2 hour minimum) PUBLIC WORKS S-104 MAILING SPECIFICATIONS $30 per spec page PUBLIC WORKS S-105 ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING $0.25 per kWh PUBLIC WORKS S-106 ELECTRIC VEHICLE IDLE CHARGE (4+ HOURS) $0.25 per minute 24 Effective 6/17/2026
25 Effective 6/17/2026
26 Effective 6/17/2026
27 Effective 6/17/2026
28 Effective 6/17/2026
29 Effective 6/17/2026
30 Effective 6/17/2026
31 Effective 6/17/2026
APPROVED:

ITEM NO.:

RESOLUTION NO. 10023

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA
FE SPRINGS AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 10023, TO AMEND
AND UPDATE THE CITY’S COMPREHENSIVE SCHEDULE
WHEREAS, the Santa Fe Springs Municipal Code establishes fees for the City's public facilities and essential services whereby such fees are established by Resolution; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of fees is to mitigate costs on the City's public facilities and essential services whereby fees follow the "costs reasonably borne" test established by Article XIIIB of the California Constitution; and WHEREAS, the Mitigation Fee Act (Government Code sections 66000- 66025) requires that a city which increases certain fees must establish that there is a reasonable relationship between the specific amount of the fee imposed as a condition of approval and the cost of the public facility attributable to that project; and
WHEREAS, the City engaged Revenue & Cost Specialists, LLC to conduct a Cost of Services Study ("COS Study") to meet the requirements of Article XIIIB of the California Constitution and the Mitigation Fee Act; and WHEREAS, based upon the COS Study, the City's Comprehensive Fee Schedule was revised by the City Council on July1, 2025, by Resolution 9963; and WHEREAS, the purpose of fees is to recover the reasonable costs incurred by the City in providing public facilities, services, programs, and regulatory activities, consistent with applicable provisions of the California Constitution, including Articles XIII B and XIII C, and other applicable law; WHEREAS, Article XIII C of the California Constitution, as amended by Proposition 26, requires that fees and charges imposed by a local government not exceed the reasonable costs to the local government of providing the service, product, or regulatory activity for which the fee or charge is imposed; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the fees established herein are reasonably related to and do not exceed the City's cost of providing the respective services and are therefore exempt from the definition of a tax under Proposition 26; and
WHEREAS, based upon the COS Study, City staff has recommended a list of additional fees that should be added, amended, or removed within the Fee Schedule for Fire Services, Police Services, Community Services and Parks and Recreation, and the Master Fee Schedule of the Comprehensive Fee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2024-25 as set forth in Exhibit A to this Resolution; and APPROVED:

ITEM NO.:

WHEREAS, the proposed update to the Comprehensive Fee Schedule is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the California Public Resources Code, also known as the "Common Sense Exemption." This is because CEQA only applies to projects that have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Since there is no possibility that the proposed updated Comprehensive Fee Schedule will have a significant effect on the environment, the project is not subject to CEQA.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS HEREBY DETERMINES, FINDS, AND RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. The aforementioned recitals are incorporated herein by reference as set forth in full herein.

Section 2. In compliance with Article XIIIB of the California Constitution and the Mitigation Fee Act, the City Council hereby establishes fees for the services set forth in the attached Exhibit A listing of fees in the "City of Santa Fe Springs" Comprehensive Fee Schedule, in the amounts set forth therein.

Section 3. Resolution No. 9963, and any attachments regarding the Comprehensive Fee Schedule, is hereby amended.

Section 4. Said fees shall be effective June 17, 2026 and supersede all previously established fees for said services in Exhibit A of this Resolution.

Section 5. Any party may protest the imposition on a development project of a fee established by this Resolution within 90 days after the date the city imposes the fee in its approval of the project, in accordance with Section 66020 of the Mitigation Fee Act. Upon receiving such protest or appeal, the City Manager, or designated agent, shall set the matter for hearing before an impartial third-party hearing officer. The party appealing the imposition of the fee shall bear the burden of establishing that the fee is improper.

Section 6. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution and it shall be in full force and effect.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Santa Fe Springs at a regular meeting on this 16th day of June, 2026. ___________________________
Joe Angel Zamora, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________
Maribel Garcia, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
____________________________
Rick R. Olivarez, City Attorney
Exhibit A – Comprehensive Fee Schedule

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS.

CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS )
I, Maribel Garcia, City Clerk of the City of Santa Fe Springs, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 16th day of June, 2026, and was carried by the following roll call vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:
_________________________
Maribel Garcia, City Clerk
ITEM # 7

RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN
DATE: June 16, 2026
RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council:

1. Determine the adoption of the City of Santa Fe Springs Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Master Plan (“Master Plan”), attached herein as Attachment “A”, is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”); and

2. Adopt the Master Plan; and

3. Authorize and direct the City Attorney to make clarifying changes necessary to effectuate the intent of the Master Plan; and

4. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

FISCAL IMPACT
There is no immediate fiscal impact associated with the adoption of the Master Plan. The Master Plan is intended to serve as a long-term strategic planning document to guide future decision making, grant opportunities, capital improvement planning, operational enhancements, and potential future investments related to parks, recreation, facilities, programs, and community services. Any future projects, programs, or funding allocations identified within the Master Plan would be subject to CEQA and would be brought before the City Council separately for consideration and approval as part of future budgetary or capital improvement processes.

BACKGROUND
On February 18, 2025, the City Council authorized a professional services agreement with KTUA to prepare the City’s first comprehensive Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Master Plan. This effort represents the first citywide and comprehensive evaluation of the City’s parks, recreation, facilities, programs, and community services system in the City’s history.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF JUNE 16, 2026

ADOPTION OF THE CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES

MASTER PLAN

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Staff collaborated closely with KTUA throughout the master planning process to develop the comprehensive City’s Master Plan. Staff and KTUA ensured inclusive community engagement by collecting feedback through various outreach methods including three (3) community workshops, four (4) focus group meetings with stakeholders, four (4) pop-up events, a statistically valid survey, and a project website. The Master Plan is designed to support City staff, elected officials, and community stakeholders in making informed decisions to enhance, maintain, and strategically invest in parks, recreation facilities, programs, special events, and community services over the next decade.

The Master Plan serves as a guiding and strategic planning tool that provides direction and insight for future planning efforts and funding opportunities without committing the City to any specific project, program, or funding allocation. Instead, it establishes a shared framework to align community priorities, operational needs, and future opportunities.

ANALYSIS
The Master Plan represents the culmination of a year-long planning process that included comprehensive park and facility site visits, existing conditions assessments and data analysis, community workshops and public outreach efforts, neighborhood and stakeholder meetings, evaluation of demographic trends and recreation needs, and a review of current industry trends and best practices.

Through a detailed analysis of the City’s parks and recreation system, KTUA and City staff identified opportunities for improvement, expansion, modernization, and future development. Input was gathered from a broad range of community members, user groups, stakeholders, and City representatives to ensure that recommendations reflect local needs, priorities, and community values.

Community engagement played a significant role in shaping the Master Plan. Residents and stakeholders provided valuable feedback regarding park amenities, recreational programming, facility enhancements, trails and connectivity, sports and athletic needs, aquatics, open space preservation, community gathering spaces, and future recreation trends. This input, combined with the existing conditions analysis, helped guide the development of recommendations tailored specifically to the Santa Fe Springs community.

The Master Plan establishes a strategic vision and framework for the next ten years and includes recommendations related to park and facility improvements, recreation programming enhancements, community event opportunities, trail, connectivity, and open space improvements, aquatics and sports facility enhancements, accessibility and inclusion initiatives, operational and maintenance considerations, and long-term capital improvement priorities.

Importantly, the Master Plan does not obligate the City to implement any specific recommendation, project, or expenditure. Rather, it serves as a planning and policy document that will assist City staff and elected officials in evaluating priorities, pursuing grant funding opportunities, planning future capital improvements, and aligning future investments with community needs and City goals.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF JUNE 16, 2026

ADOPTION OF THE CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES

MASTER PLAN

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ITEM STATUS:

APPROVED: ☐
DENIED: ☐
TABLED: ☐
DIRECTION GIVEN: ☐
___________________________
City Clerk, Maribel Garcia
The Master Plan also positions the City competitively for future state, federal, and regional grant opportunities by demonstrating a clear vision, documented community engagement, and identified priorities for parks and recreation improvements.

ENVIRONMENTAL
Adoption of the Master Plan is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (Pub. Res. Code § 21000 et seq.) (“CEQA”) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 14., § 15000 et seq.) Section 15061(b)(3) because there is no possibility that this action will have a significant effect on the environment as it does not approve any construction or development. Any future construction or development will be subject to the CEQA process. Therefore, no further action is required pursuant to CEQA.

DISCUSSION
The development of the Master Plan reflects the City’s continued commitment to enhancing quality of life, promoting health and wellness, strengthening community connections, and investing in high quality parks, facilities, programs, and services for residents of all ages. As the City continues to evolve, the Master Plan provides an important roadmap to help guide future investments and ensure that parks and recreation services continue to meet the changing needs of the community. The Master Plan will serve as a valuable resource for future strategic planning efforts, budget discussions, capital improvement planning, grant applications, and operational decision making.

Adoption of the Master Plan demonstrates the City’s proactive approach to long term planning and commitment to maintaining and enhancing a vibrant, accessible, and sustainable parks and recreation system for current and future generations.

SUMMARY/NEXT STEPS
The Master Plan represents a significant milestone for the City of Santa Fe Springs as the first comprehensive evaluation and long-term strategic plan for the City’s parks, recreation, facilities, programs, and community services system. The Master Plan provides a comprehensive framework to guide future planning, investment, and operational decisions over the next decade while remaining flexible and responsive to future community needs and funding opportunities.

ATTACHMENT(S):

A. Attachment A – City of Santa Fe Springs Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Master Plan

LAKEVIEW
PARK

LOS NIETOS
PARK

SANTA FE SPRINGS

ATHLETIC FIELDS

SOARING DREAMS PLAZA

LITTLE LAKE PARK

FRIENDSHIP
PARK

BRADWELL PARKETTE

LAKE CENTER

ATHLETIC PARK

CLARKE ESTATE

SANTA FE SPRINGS COMMUNITY GARDEN

HERITAGE PARK

SANTA FE

SPRINGS PARK

DAVENRICH

PARKETTE

PARKS, RECREATION, & COMMUNITY SERVICES

MASTER PLAN
2026

II SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Acknowledgements

CITY COUNCIL
Joe Angel Zamora Mayor
Annette Rodriguez Mayor Pro Tem
Juanita Martin Councilmember
John M. Mora Councilmember
William K. Rounds Councilmember
STAFF
René Bobadilla City Manager
Nicholas Razo Assistant City Manager
Gus Hernandez Director of Parks and Recreation
Leanne Iezza Parks and Recreation Manager
Rick Brown Parks and Recreation Manager
Ashley Doshi Management Analyst
KTUA
Joe Punsalan Principal
Alex Samarin Associate
Nicole Rogge Senior Planner
Isabel Perez Senior Planner/Designer
Amanda Herbst Senior Planner
Krista Campolong Senior Designer
Madeline Pysher Planner/GIS Analyst

PROS CONSULTING
Michael Svetz Principal
RRC
Kailyn Haskovec Research Manager
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Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION................................................................................1

1.1 What is a Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Master Plan?......................1

1.2 Santa Fe Springs and the Park System at a Glance .........................................................4

1.3 Relevant Planning History and Reports ..............................................................................9

1.4 Park Projects...................................................................................................................................11 ANALYSIS ........................................................................................13

2.1 Park Classifications .....................................................................................................................13

2.2 Existing Park Amenities..............................................................................................................17

2.3 Joint Use Agreements..................................................................................................................19

2.4 Qualitative Amenity Assessment...........................................................................................20

2.5 Park Profiles ....................................................................................................................................21

2.6 Indoor Recreation Facilities .....................................................................................................48

2.7 Adjacent Parks................................................................................................................................50

2.8 Level of Service ..............................................................................................................................51

2.9 Park Pressure..................................................................................................................................63

2.10 Health and Equity.......................................................................................................................66 PROGRAMS AND OPERATIONS .....................................................71

3.1 Purpose and Structure of This Chapter................................................................................71

3.2 Program Demand Trends (2023–2025)...................................................................................72

3.3 Resident vs Non-Resident Participation..............................................................................76

3.4 Age Segmentation Analysis ......................................................................................................77

3.5 Program and Service Lifecycle Analysis ..............................................................................79

3.6 Space vs Place Alignment and Capital Implications.......................................................81

3.7 Maintenance Agreements and Operational Efficiency Analysis ...............................84

3.8 Per Capita Spending and Operating Allocation Analysis..............................................88 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT........................................................... 91

4.1 Community Engagement Overview ......................................................................................91

4.2 Pop-up Events and Community Workshops.......................................................................94

4.3 Stakeholder Focus Group Meetings......................................................................................98

4.4 Community Survey.......................................................................................................................101

4.5 Community Engagement Key Findings ...............................................................................103 RECOMMENDATIONS................................................................... 105

5.1 Plan Initiatives ..............................................................................................................................106

5.2 Park-Specific Recommendations............................................................................................114

5.3 Citywide Capital Improvement Recommendations ......................................................136

5.4 Operations Action Plan...............................................................................................................137 1 2
3 4
5 IV SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN List of Figures
Figure 1-1: Existing Land Uses..........................................................................................................6 Figure 1-2: Existing and Future Population Density...............................................................8 Figure 2-1: Existing Parks ...................................................................................................................16 Figure 2-2: Joint-use Agreement Parks in Santa Fe Springs..................................................19 Figure 2-3: Walkable Service Areas to Santa Fe Springs Parks............................................55 Figure 2-4: Walkable Service Area to Parks and Projected Future Population.............56 Figure 2-5: Walkable Service Area to Parks With Playgrounds ...........................................58 Figure 2-6: Walkable Service Area to Parks with Sports Facilities.....................................59 Figure 2-7: Walkable Service Area of Indoor Recreation Facilities....................................60 Figure 2-8: Walkable Service Area of Existing JUAS and Nearby Schools........................62 Figure 2-9: Existing Park Pressure ..................................................................................................64 Figure 2-10: Future Park Pressure...................................................................................................65 Figure 2-11: CalEnviroScreen (CES).................................................................................................66 Figure 2-12: Extreme Heat..................................................................................................................68 Figure 2-13: Healthy Places Index (HPI) ........................................................................................70 Figure 4-1: Community Engagement Timeline..........................................................................92 Figure 4-2: Community Engagement By the Numbers...........................................................93 Figure 4-3: Summary of Most Desired Amenities ....................................................................103 Figure 5-1: Clarke Estate Proposed Renovations Site Plan ..................................................133 V
List of Tables
Table 1-1: Parks Needs Assessment Priority Projects............................................................10 Table 2-1: Park Types Classification Table ..................................................................................13 Table 2-2: Park Types Classification Table ..................................................................................15 Table 2-3: Park Amenity Condition Assessment.......................................................................20 Table 2-4: Park Report Card Framework......................................................................................21 Table 2-5: Existing Park Acreage LOS............................................................................................51 Table 2-6: Future Park Acreage LOS...............................................................................................51 Table 2-7: Park Amenity LOS.............................................................................................................53 Table 3-1: Program Demand Trend Matrix (High Demand Programs).............................72 Table 3-2: Program Demand Trend Matrix (Stable Programs)............................................73 Table 3-3: Program Demand Trend Matrix (Low Demand Programs)..............................74 Table 3-4: Resident vs Non-Resident Participation (Rolled Up).........................................76 Table 3-5: Age Segmentation Summary Matrix........................................................................77 Table 3-6: Program Lifecycle Matrix .............................................................................................79 Table 3-7: Space vs Place Alignment Matrix ..............................................................................82 Table 3-8: Capital Implications Matrix.........................................................................................83 Table 3-9: Maintenance Agreements Matrix .............................................................................85 Table 3-10: Maintenance Contract Value Matrix .....................................................................85 Table 3-11: Maintenance Efficiency Matrix................................................................................87 Table 3-12: Parks System Operating Expenditures (FY 2025–26) .......................................88 Table 3-13: Per Capita Spending (Recreation vs. Maintenance) ........................................89 Table 3-14: Per Capita Operating Spend (Santa Fe Springs vs NRPA)...............................89 Table 3-15: Benchmark Gap Interpretation (What Drives the Variance)........................90 Table 5-1: Los Nietos Park Recommended Amenities............................................................115 Table 5-2: Santa Fe Springs Park Recommended Amenities ...............................................116 Table 5-3: Santa Fe Springs Athletic Fields Recommended Amenities...........................117 Table 5-4: Little Lake Park Recommended Amenities............................................................118 Table 5-5: Lake Center Athletic Park Recommended Amenities........................................119 Table 5-6: Lakeview Park Recommended Amenities..............................................................120 Table 5-7: Bradwell Parkette Recommended Amenities ......................................................121 Table 5-8: Davenrich Parkette Recommended Amenities....................................................122 Table 5-9: Longworth Parkette Recommended Amenities..................................................123 Table 5-10: Friendship Park Recommended Amenities.........................................................124 Table 5-11: Clarke Estate Recommended Amenities..............................................................125 Table 5-12: Heritage Park Recommended Amenities.............................................................126 Table 5-13: SFS Aquatic Center Recommended Amenities ..................................................127 Table 5-14: Town Center Hall Recommendations....................................................................130 Table 5-15: Center Court Recommendations ............................................................................131 Table 5-16: Santa Fe Springs Citywide Infrastructure Recommendations ...................136 Table 5-17: Operations Action Plan Matrix.................................................................................144 Table 5-18: Prioritized Projects, Programs, and Maintenance Strategies Matrix ......147

VI SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN VII
The City of Santa Fe Springs (City) understands the importance of providing high quality, accessible parks, open space, trails, and recreational programming to all members of its community. Planning for and sustaining adequate park and recreation programs and facilities is an integral part of maintaining a thriving, balanced community.

The purpose of the Plan is to evaluate how parkland and recreation spaces, programs, and amenities may need to change to meet community needs and interests, and how these assets can be best fiscally managed and physically maintained.

The City currently maintains a healthy amount of parkland for its nearly 19,300 residents, at 4.2 acres of parkland per 1,000 residents. The City’s expected 36 percent population growth by 2040 indicates a need for careful long-term planning and investment to maintain and support existing and planned facilities and programming to ensure the needs of all future residents are met. This Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Master Plan (Plan) will serve as the City’s guide for the planning, development, and implementation of parks, recreation, and programming efforts over the next decade or more.

EXECUTIVE

SUMMARY
This Plan is aligned with the California Park and Recreation Society’s California Action Plan. It ensures that the City’s parks, programs, and services reflect statewide priorities, industry best practices, and emerging trends. By integrating this framework, the Plan advances key outcomes such as health and wellness, social connectivity, environmental stewardship, and community livability. This alignment reinforces the City’s commitment to delivering high-quality services while positioning Santa Fe Springs as a leader in the parks and recreation profession.

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PLANNING PROCESS
PHASE 1
Park Inventory &
Assessment
PHASE 2 PHASE 3 PHASE 4
Community
Engagement
Recommendations Plan Adoption
Visit, assess, and
analyze park and
recreation facilities
within the City. Gather
data on existing
programs and services
provided by the City.

Host pop-ups,
workshops, and
stakeholder focus
groups to gather
feedback on
community needs
related to facilities and
programs.

Develop policy and
site-specific park
recommendations in
line with identified
community priorities
and Plan initiatives
and goals. Develop
specific actions for
the City to use during
implementation.

Present the draft
Plan to City staff
and appropriate
stakeholders for review
and modifications
before final
presentation to, and
ultimately adoption by,
City Council.

This Plan was developed through an extensive, community-led planning process, lasting approximately 13 months in total. An analysis of existing planning efforts and documents, amenities, and programming was conducted and utilized with community and stakeholder feedback to develop policy and site-specific recommendations. The draft Plan was presented to City Council, and adopted by City Council in May 2026.

DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
CHAPTER 1
This chapter introduces the City’s Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department and details the existing conditions of the City’s facilities and infrastructure. It provides the goals and initiatives that drive the development of the Plan within the context of the City’s Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department. It also provides demographic data and park acreage to population ratio. This chapter reviews existing and relevant planning documents as well as park project concepts developed primarily prior to the development of the Plan.

CHAPTER 2
This chapter describes the City’s various park classifications, categorizing each of the 15 parks into one of the following park types: Community Parks, Neighborhood Parks, Parkettes, and Special Use Facilities. Park assets and amenities are analyzed on a park-by-park scale and given weighted scores of ‘Excellent’, ‘Good’, ‘Fair’, or ‘Poor’. These scores are incorporated with a variety of other grading metrics into individual park profiles.

Additional information on indoor recreation facilities, adjacent parks, and joint use agreements are included in this chapter. Population, amenity, and geographic Level of Service analyses provide insight into how well existing park space, accessibility, and amenities serve the existing and future populations.

CHAPTER 3
This chapter evaluates how the operations and maintenance of the City’s parks and recreation system interacts with the demands and use of park facilities and amenities. The chapter provides an overview of demand, participation, and age trends among the City’s various programs. A high level analysis of maintenance efforts as they relate to costs and services received is provided.

CHAPTER 4
This chapter provides a detailed overview of the community engagement efforts that occurred during the development of the Plan. Explanations of each event and their associated key takeaways are provided for each of the public outreach events, including four pop-ups, three community workshops, four stakeholder group meetings, and one community survey. The chapter concludes with a summary of key themes identified throughout the community engagement process.

CHAPTER 5
This chapter includes citywide initiatives, objectives, and actions that help the City achieve the visions and goals outlined in this Plan. Both general and park-by-park recommendations are provided in this chapter, shaped by existing conditions, planned improvements, community feedback, and industry best practices.

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EXISTING FACILITIES
The City has 15 parks and five indoor facilities that serve the community, totaling of 88 acres. The parks vary in size and amenities, ranging from quarter-acre parkettes with benches and small playgrounds to over 15-acre community parks with multiple athletic fields, courts, and more. Evaluating the existing conditions of park and recreation facilities in the City with the lens of future population growth establishes a strong foundation on which policy and site-specific recommendations are developed.

Bradwell Parkette Friendship Park
Little Lake Park Los Nietos Park
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PLANNED PROJECTS
At the time of this Plan’s development, five park project concepts were underway, with an additional concept developed during this planning process. Four are park renovation projects, focusing on improvements and enhancements to existing parks in the City. One concept is for a new park facility at the City-owned ‘River Parcel’, an area located between the San Gabriel River, the San Gabriel River Trail, and Interstate 605 (I-605). This park is envisioned with a dog friendly amenities, picnic area, restroom, and regional connectivity to the Trail.

RIVER PARCEL
A conceptual park plan was designed for the River Parcel, a City-owned future park parcel located between the San Gabriel River, the San Gabriel River Trail, and Interstate 605 (I-605). The River Parcel is a triangular-shaped lot of land, envisioned to accommodate dog-friendly amenities, a restroom and storage building, picnic area, plazas, and open lawn space, among other amenities. It is planned to be a regional connection point to the San Gabriel River Trail (Class 1 multi-use path).

Concepts prepared by Verde Design

LAKE CENTER ATHLETIC PARK
The Lake Center Athletic Park is an existing park. A
conceptual park plan was developed in 2025 that
includes renovations of the south field to a multiuse field with soccer and t-ball, a new U12 soccer field, an additional parking lot, a restroom, and a
new walking path.

Concepts prepared by Verde Design
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SANTA FE SPRINGS AQUATIC CENTER
In 2024, the City unveiled the renovation plans
for the existing Santa Fe Springs Aquatic Center.

Targeting a re-opening date in 2026. It is slated to
enhance the existing facilities’ recreational spaces
and pool deck concrete. Additionally, it will include
a new splash pad, seating areas, spa area, pool house
upgrades, and concession stand.

CLARKE ESTATE
As a part of this Plan, an enhancement concept
plan was created for the Clarke Estate with the
intent of preserving its rich history and structures
while simultaneously adding new amenities for the
community to enjoy. Amenities include outdoor
events space, an amphitheater, and more (refer to
Chapter 5).

SANTA FE SPRINGS ATHLETIC PARK
A conceptual park plan was developed in 2024 for
the existing Santa Fe Springs Athletic Park. The
conceptual plan design includes the enhancement
of two existing baseball fields and an additional two
directly adjacent to the fields, as well as new batting cages.

Concepts prepared by RHA
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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Community engagement was central to the development of this Plan and its policy and park-specific recommendations. A variety of outreach methods and event locations gave residents varied opportunities to provide feedback throughout the entirety of the plan, from the inventory and analysis phase to the development of citywide and park-specific recommendations phase.

COMMUNITY PRIORITIES
Through 11 targeted events and 471 survey responses, key themes of community priorities began to emerge.

The major findings from all community engagement included the desires for the following:
Enhance accessibility, safety, and security
Maintenance of existing amenities and facilities
Upgrade and/or add new amenities to parks (e.g., lighting, fields, and playgrounds) Informing and educating the community on events and programming opportunities Expand programming opportunities for people of all ages and abilities 3 COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS
4 POP-UPS
471

SURVEYS COMPLETED
4 FOCUS GROUPS FACILITATED
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OPERATIONS ASSESSMENT OVERVIEW
The intersection of operations and maintenance of the City’s parks and recreation system is analyzed in conjunction with demand and use of the City’s parks and recreation facilities and amenities to determine if and how current operations and maintenance needs are being met.

KEY PROGRAMMING FINDINGS
Key takeaways from an analysis on programing include the following:
Using program data from 2023-2025, demand within the City system is highly consistent and predictable.

Programs that performed strongly in 2023 continued to perform strongly in 2024 and 2025, while programs with low participation (i.e. SOPAS dance, Adult Tennis, Outdoor Fitness) did not materially improve despite continued scheduling and availability.
The City is appropriately serving both local and regional populations, but future pricing, capacity, and maintenance strategies must recognize where non-resident demand is strongest while being cognizant of agreements with previously awarded grants, as some grants prohibit non-resident pricing structures. The City’s strongest programs are signaling where and how the system must evolve. Capital investments that respond directly to these signals will:
Reduce waitlists without proportionally increasing staffing Improve equity by decentralizing high-demand services Extend the useful life of parks through flexible design

KEY THIRD PARTY MAINTENANCE CONTRACT FINDINGS
The City is managing its third party maintenance contracts responsibly and efficiently, but rising program demand and aging infrastructure mean the current model is not infinitely scalable. Strategic capital reinvestment, not wholesale contract expansion, is the most cost-effective path forward.

The following key maintenance findings by service area:
Landscape Maintenance: The City’s landscape maintenance contract is currently below market rate, but it is buying the minimum service level necessary, which places pressure on park appearance and user experience as demand increases.
Custodial Services: Custodial contracts deliver good value, but future program growth will require either scope adjustments or supplemental service strategies.
Tree Maintenance: This is a high-value contract that effectively manages liability and preserves long-term system health.
Street and Parking Lot Sweeping: The City is receiving solid value with minimal operational risk. Water Feature Maintenance: The contract is technically sound, but aging infrastructure is driving inefficiency, signaling the need for capital reinvestment rather than expanded operating scope.

RECOMMENDATIONS
A variety of initiatives, park specific recommendations, and citywide recommendations were developed for this Plan. These recommendations were based on the cumulative findings of the inventory and analysis of existing facilities and programs, an evaluation of current and projected recreation trends, community and stakeholder input, and industry best practices.

The recommendations outlined in this Master Plan are informed by and aligned with the California Park and Recreation Society’s California Action Plan, ensuring that proposed strategies reflect established best practices and statewide priorities. Each recommendation advances key action areas including advocacy, communication, evaluation, innovation, and collaboration to deliver meaningful and measurable community outcomes.

FOUR INITIATIVES
These four initiatives are aimed to provide the City with different overarching themes for making improvements to the parks and recreation system in the City. Each initiative has a number of associated objectives and actions to help achieve these goals.

INITIATIVE 1:

IMPROVED
PUBLIC
SPACES
INITIATIVE 2:

INCLUSIVE
ACCESS
INITIATIVE 3:

COMMUNITY
PRIDE
INITIATIVE 4:

PROGRAM

SUCCESS

PARK-SPECIFIC RECOMMENDATIONS
Improving existing parks is one of the top priorities of this plan. Through summarizing and identifying key priorities through analysis, community engagement, staff needs, and best practices, this section identifies recommendations for each existing park and recreation facility. The improvements identified in this section were used to inform Park Capital Improvement Projects for the City.

Community feedback, collected through a number of
workshops, pop-ups, focus groups, and survey results,
was utilized to identify, develop, and prioritize parkspecific recommendations.

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CLARKE ESTATE RENOVATION CONCEPT DESIGN
The Clarke Estate was reimagined as a part of this planning process. Currently, there are several underutilized areas within the estate grounds. The City is looking to expand the existing event spaces to add additional capacity and create a special-events hub for the City, while maintaining the existing historic character of the Estate. The concept design is aimed at expanding community access, hosting larger community-wide events, concerts, and adding more capacity for event rental spaces.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
The project team showcased the entire design process for this Clarke Estate Renovation project throughout the community engagement process for the Plan. Diagrammatic options were presented to residents and they were able to vote on which design they favored. Both diagramming concepts received significant support from residents, and elements from each diagrammatic concept were incorporated into the final concept design.

CONCEPT DESIGN
4 1
2 3
8 5
6 7
9 10
Two-story event building with
offices
Event space
Amphitheater stage
Amphitheater and event lawn
Restroom building
Storage building
Informational kiosk
Gathering area with shade
structure
Citrus grove event space
Parking lot
Proposed Amenities and Features
Alburtis Ave
Community GardenSanta Fe Springs
Aquatic CenterSanta Fe Springs
4 3
1 2
9 10
7 8
6 5
12 11
14 13
Existing Clarke Estate
Existing fountain
Existing event space
Existing entry garden
Existing Amenities and Features
11 12
13 14
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CITYWIDE RECOMMENDATIONS
Numerous large-scale citywide infrastructure projects are recommended for the City. The following include improvements that may be applicable for most city parks or recommendations for future parks or facilities not specific to a existing park.

CITYWIDE INFRASTRUCTURE RECOMMENDATIONS
Construct new park at the River Parcel
Construct park renovations for Santa Fe Springs Athletic Park, Lake Center Athletic Park, and the Aquatic Center Develop construction documents for renovations for the Clarke Estate Add solar panels on recreation buildings, shade structures, and parking canopies Implement drought tolerant landscape conversion where turf is not program critical Develop smart gate systems tied to scheduling and emergency overrides and include license plate recognition or smart access control for gated facilities
Add Park/Facility usage counters on trails and at entrances to quantify how many people are using facilities Develop a design standards manual to ensure consistent design practices throughout all parks (i.e. sign standards) Incorporate new City branding elements at parks and facilities Add smart park signage with QR codes for maps, rules, reservations, and programming Add drinking fountains with bottle fillers at all major activity nodes Add smart trash and recycling bins with fill sensors at parks Develop a citywide Trails Master Plan to explore the feasibility of developing urban trails and improved walking routes for residents to better connect the community to park, provide linear recreation opportunities, and enhance safety Develop consistent budget and expenses tracking system across all programs, services, maintenance Consistent program registration system and process
A more detailed list of citywide improvements is identified in Appendix C. This tool, the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), serves as a living document for City staff to track park improvements and new park-related infrastructure projects.

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SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Recommendations for programming and operations in the City focuses on the concept of “refinement, not reinvention”. The City’s system performance is best described as high performing under productive pressure.

Interest does not limit the three strongest program engines in the system as they are limited by space, scheduling compression, and facility capacity. Therefore, the following overarching recommendations are proposed:

1. Protect and expand the programs that deliver the strongest return on public investment (adaptive recreation, youth soccer, older adult wellness, excursions and events).

2. Redistribute capacity geographically so demand is not forced into one or two locations (especially for adaptive and older adult programs).

3. Convert underutilized programmed space into flexible-use capacity before building “new space” (conversion is often more effective than expansion).

4. Use capital projects to reduce operating pressure (shade, modern surfaces, simplified landscapes, durable amenities) rather than creating assets that increase maintenance intensity.

PROGRAMMING AND OPERATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS
1 1

1.1 WHAT IS A PARKS,

RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY
SERVICES MASTER PLAN?
An accessible, diverse, and well-maintained park, recreation, and community services system is a vital component of a healthy community. Parks and recreation programs support physical and mental health, providing spaces where people build positive memories, experiences, and relationships.

This Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Master Plan (Plan) is the culmination of a year-long planning process, and serves as a guide for City of Santa Fe Springs (City) staff and elected officials to inform their development, investment, and management decisions regarding parks and recreation facilities over the next decade.

A Parks, Recreation, and Community Master Plan is a comprehensive longrange planning document intended to be used by City staff and elected officials in the decision-making process of all things parks and recreation.

The planning process for this type of Plan consists of engaging the community as local experts who live, work, and play in the City’s park system to gain an understanding of possible gaps and opportunities. Simultaneously, an in-depth analysis of the existing parks, facilities, and services is conducted to make qualitative and quantitative-driven recommendations.

The Plan serves as a roadmap, outlining park system recommendations that can be used in the pursuit of potential funding opportunities to bring them to fruition.

INTRODUCTION
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1.1.1. PURPOSE AND GOALS
The purpose of developing this Plan is to provide a
framework for the development, enhancement, and
management of existing park facilities, programming,
and services, as well as identify new opportunities
guided by the community. To achieve this, surveys,
workshops, pop-up events, stakeholder group meetings, and interactive printed and online tools were used to gather input from as many community members as possible. A goal was to create a community-driven Plan that assisted in identifying community needs for the development of recommendations and
implementation strategies to support and strengthen
the City’s park system.

LEADING THE WAY
There are two City departments leading the operations and maintenance of the existing parks and recreation system, and planning for future growth. The Department of Parks and Recreation oversees recreational activities, programs, and events and creates year-long culturally enriching opportunities for the
overall physical, mental, and emotional well-being of
all community members.

The Department of Community Services provides
programs and services to the City’s residents. Most
notably, the department is the recipient of the 2008
Creating Community Award of Distinction from the
California Park and Recreation Society, the highest
award bestowed upon a municipal community services agency state-wide.

SANTA FE SPRINGS VISION

STATEMENT
“The City of Santa Fe Springs is a great place to
live, work, and play.”

SANTA FE SPRINGS MISSION

STATEMENT
“The City of Santa Fe Springs is committed to
enhancing the quality of life of its residents and
businesses by providing: a safe environment, a
thriving business community, quality family,
youth, and senior services, and sound financial
management of the community’s resources.”

PARKS AND RECREATION

DEPARTMENT MISSION

STATEMENT
“to provide quality programs, events, services,
and spaces, that enhance the quality of life of
Santa Fe Springs residents.”.

CORE VALUES

INTEGRITY

ACCOUNTABILITY

DEDICATION

PUBLIC SERVICE

COMPASSION

CHARACTER
3 1.1.2. PLAN OVERVIEW
What you can expect to find in this plan:

INVENTORY OF PARKS IN SANTA FE SPRINGS
An assessment of the quantity and condition of park facilities and amenities.

PARK LEVEL-OF-SERVICE ANALYSIS
An analysis of geographic and demographic data to evaluate service gaps and underserved populations throughout the City. The analysis in this Plan uses three types of LOS analyses to determine the overall LOS for the City’s existing parks and recreation system. The LOS analyses inform goal setting and the development of recommendations.

PROGRAMS AND OPERATIONS ASSESSMENT
A review of recreation and staffing resource data from the last five years to assess future demand and opportunities.

COMMUNITY AND STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT
Comprehensive community and stakeholder engagement comprising surveys, meetings, workshops, pop-up events, and online tools.

PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITIES AND PROGRAMMING

RECOMMENDATIONS
Recommendations based on analysis and feedback collected from the community, stakeholders, City staff, and elected officials.

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM AND ACTION PLAN
A set of implementable short, mid, and long-term projects to inform the City’s annual Capital Improvement Program (CIP) over the next 10 years.
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1.2 SANTA FE SPRINGS AND THE PARK SYSTEM

AT A GLANCE
The City of Santa Fe Springs is located in the southeast Los Angeles County, surrounded by the cities of Whittier, La Mirada, Cerritos, Norwalk, Downey, and Pico Rivera. The City is one of the county’s southern gateways within proximity of a highway network that includes Interstate 5 (1-5) and 605 (I-605). A MetroLink railway line also runs through the city, serving as a commuting hub and accessible via the Norwalk/Santa Fe Springs Metrolink Station.

Flowing along the western city boundaries is the San Gabriel River and the San Gabriel River Trail. As shown in Figure 1-1, the majority of the City is planned for industrial use, with residential, commercial, mixed-use, and parks and open space concentrated in the northwest portion of the city.

The racial and ethnic makeup in the City is predominately Hispanic or Latino (72.5%), White (9.2%), Asian (8%), Black (3%), two or more races (2.1%), Native Hawaiian (2%), and other (0.5%). The average age in the City is 38.8 years old, with 16% of the population over 65 years old and 21.2% of the population under 18 years old. There are slightly more females (52.5%) than males (47.5%) in the city. The average household income is $86,857, which is similar to the LA County average, but lower than the state average - $96,334. The percentage of persons living in poverty is 11.1 percent, lower than the LA County average (13.7%) but higher than the state average (8.3%).

Heritage Park
5 19,310
2023 Population

38.8 Median Age
$86,857
Median Household Income
12,037
Housing Units
Hispanic or Latino
White
Black
Asian
Native Hawaiian
Other Race
Two or More Races

75.2%

9.2%
3%
8%
2%

0.5%

2.1%

SANTA FE SPRINGS SNAPSHOT
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates Acres of parkland
88 15
Parks
1 Aquatic Center
1 Community Garden
4+
Indoor Facilities
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SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Figure 1-1: EXISTING LAND USES
7 FUTURE GROWTH TRENDS
Unique among first-ring suburbs of Los Angeles
County, the City’s park system currently provides an
admirable park acreage level-of-service, to residents
even as land in current residential areas is largely built out. With an existing population of about 19,300 and
a total of 88.3 acres of parkland, City residents currently have 4.2 acres of parkland per 1,000 people, meeting their park acre level of service goal of 4 park acres per 1,000 residents, a level that many Southern
California cities strive to achieve. Park level-of-service is discussed in more detail in Chapter 2.

Originating from the 1975 Quimby Act, the goal of
providing three acres of parkland per every 1,000 residents has since been widely adopted as a standard in citywide park planning in California. In the General Plan, the City has set a goal of maintaining at least
four acres of parkland per 1,000 residents, with policies supporting this goal. With current population levels, the City exceeds its park acreage level of service goals, but with projected population growth, it will come up short of reaching its goal. To meet projected population growth, additional parkland would need to be developed.

POLICY CONSERVATION AND OPEN
SPACE-1.1: PARKLAND ACREAGE AND
ACCESS
“Strive to maintain a parkland to population
ratio of at least 4.0 acres per 1,000 residents
and park facilities located so every resident
lives within a 10-minute walk to a park or
Future projected population growth, according to the
General Plan, is expected to increase by 36 percent by
2040 to about 30,000 residents. The City will need
to plan accordingly to add additional parkland in the
future to continue providing the same park acre level-of-service to residents, to continue achieving its current goal.

QUIMBY ACT (CALIFORNIA
GOVERNMENT CODE §66477)
“The amount of parkland required cannot
exceed 3 acres per 1,000 persons residing
within a subdivision, unless the city or county has a higher standard in its general plan, in which case it can require up to 5 acres per
1,000 persons.”
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SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Figure 1-2: EXISTING AND FUTURE POPULATION DENSITY
9 1.3 RELEVANT

PLANNING HISTORY

AND REPORTS
In looking towards the future and to align with and
support other relevant and already adopted planning
documents, an extensive review was conducted of
the following:
General Plan
Los Angeles Countywide Comprehensive Parks
and Recreation Needs Assessment
Santa Fe Springs Park Concept Plans

1.3.1. GENERAL PLAN (2024)
Parks, recreation, and community services are addressed in the Conservation, Open Space, Environmental Justice, and Land Use elements of the General Plan. For example, the General Plan sets a goal for every resident to live within a 10-minute walk to a park, which is utilized in the Accessibility LOS analysis in
Chapter 2. Several elements in the 2024 General Plan
have policies or goals that address parks, recreation, or community services. Example policies and goals from
these elements are:
Goal COS-1.4: New Parkland: Require that new
multi-unit residential development incorporate
common and private open space facilities for its
residents.
Goal EJ-3.2 Meeting Disadvantaged Communities’ Needs: Identify opportunities to develop small urban parks or similar within the Potential
Future Park Target Areas (Figure EJ-3-9)
Goal LU-10.1: Equitable access to and distribution of public facilities: Pursue opportunities for the joint use of land devoted to community facilities and services. Such joint use may include combined school and recreation sites, and passive open space uses beneath power transmission rights-ofway and within channels or river floodways.

1.3.2. LOS ANGELES COUNTYWIDE

COMPREHENSIVE PARKS AND

RECREATION NEEDS ASSESSMENT
(2016)
The Los Angeles Countywide Comprehensive Parks
and Recreation Needs Assessment (Parks Needs Assessment) provides Study Area Profiles that include park metrics, a park needs framework, cost estimates, and more. The Study Area Profile for Santa Fe Springs identifies 10 priority projects to add or replace park amenities, ranging from providing additional parking at Santa Fe Springs Park to new splash pads at Los Nietos Park.

Table 1-2 shows the priority projects identified in the Parks Needs Assessment. However, as stated in this
Assessment, “the project lists are not intended to supersede or replace any planning documents, nor to obligate the lead agency to implement these projects”.1 1Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation. (2016). City of Santa Fe Springs: Study Area Profile. https://lacountyparkneeds.org/wp-content/root/FinalReportAppendixA/StudyArea_126.pdf 10 INTRODUCTION

SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Table 1-1: PARKS NEEDS ASSESSMENT PRIORITY PROJECTS

NUMBER PROJECT TYPE PARK DESCRIPTION & COST
1 Skate Park TBD
Add/replace amenities: Permanent skate
facility with concrete and custom features
for skateboarding ($775,000)
2 Dog Park Santa Fe Springs Park
Add/replace amenities: Fencing, water
fountain, dog obstacles/play area, bench
seating and shade ($695,200)
3 Fitness Zone Santa Fe Springs Park
Add/replace amenities: Cardiovascular
and body weight equipment, shade
structures, and rubberized flooring
($70,000)
4 Fitness Zone Little Lake Park
Add/replace amenities: Cardiovascular
and body weight equipment, shade
structures, and rubberized flooring
($70,000)
5 Additional
Parking Lot Santa Fe Springs Park
Add/replace amenities: Project includes
pavement of a parking lot, striping, and
lighting ($593,157)
6 Community
Garden TBD
Add/replace amenities: grading, perimeter
fencing, water access, restrooms, storage
facility and lighting to accommodate the
addition of a community garden ($300,000)
7 Gymnasium Lake Center Athletic
Park
Add/replace amenities: gymnasium
including multi-use court, fitness facility,
and lockers ($10,700,000)
8 Synthetic Field
Replacement
Santa Fe Springs
Athletic Field
Add/replace amenities: replace grass
fields with synthetic fields at SFS Park
($2,350,000)
9 Walking Trail Santa Fe Springs Park
Add/replace amenities: decomposed
granite walking trails, trail markers, and
signage ($350,000)
10 Splash Pad Los Nietos Park
Add/replace amenities: new splash pad
area at Los Nietos Park. Water features
and water access ($750,000)
Projects based on the 2016 Parks Needs Assessment by LA County 11 1.4 PARK PROJECTS
The following conceptual designs, with the exception of the Clarke Estate, were complete before this Plan began.

The Clarke Estate concepts were created as a part of this Plan.

RIVER PARCEL
A conceptual park plan was designed for the River Parcel, a City-owned future park parcel located between the San Gabriel River, the San Gabriel River Trail, and Interstate 605 (I-605). The River Parcel is a triangular-shaped lot of land, envisioned to accommodate dog-friendly amenities, a restroom and storage building, picnic area, plazas, and open lawn space, among other amenities. It is planned to be a connection point to the San Gabriel River Trail (Class 1 multi-use path).

Concepts prepared by Verde Design

LAKE CENTER ATHLETIC PARK
The Lake Center Athletic Park is an existing park. A
conceptual park plan was developed in 2025 that includes renovations of the south field to a multi-use field with soccer and t-ball, a new U12 soccer field,
an additional parking lot, a restroom, and a new
walking path.

Concepts prepared by RHA

1.4.1. FUTURE PARK: RIVER PARCEL

1.4.2. PARK RENOVATION PROJECTS
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SANTA FE SPRINGS AQUATIC CENTER
In 2024, Santa Fe Springs unveiled the renovation
plans for the existing Santa Fe Springs Aquatic Center. Targeting a re-opening date in 2026. It is slated to enhance the existing facilities’ recreational spaces and pool deck concrete. Additionally, it will include a new splash pad, seating areas, spa area, pool house
upgrades, and concession stand.

CLARKE ESTATE
As a part of this Plan, an enhancement concept plan
was created for the Clarke Estate with the intent of
preserving its rich history and structures while simultaneously adding new amenities for the community to enjoy. Amenities include outdoor events space, an
amphitheater, and more (refer to Chapter 5).

SANTA FE SPRINGS ATHLETIC PARK
A conceptual park plan was developed in 2024 for the
existing Santa Fe Springs Athletic Park. The conceptual plan design includes the enhancement of two existing baseball fields and an additional two directly adjacent to the fields, as well as new batting cages.

Concepts prepared by RHA
13 An in-depth analysis was conducted to understand the state of the City’s existing and future park system. This section discusses park types, the park amenity inventory, park access, and equity.

2.1 PARK CLASSIFICATIONS
The analyses began with a park classification process for Santa Fe Springs 15 parks. Parks are typically classified into different categories based on their size, amenities, and primary use. This Plan uses the following park categories, largely based on the General Plan: community parks, neighborhood parks, mini parks, and special use facilities.

The following table describes the typical size of and amenities found in each park type, used to assign park types in the City.

PARK TYPES

SEATING
AREA

GROUP PICNIC
AREA

PLAY AREA SPORT
COURT
SPORT
FIELD

DEDICATED

PARKING

RESTROOM
ACRES
MINI PARKS X X X <2

NEIGHBORHOOD
PARK X X X X 2 TO 10

COMMUNITY
PARK X X X X X X X 10 TO 30

SPECIAL USE
FACILITY DEDICATED AREAS FOR SPECIFIC RECREATIONAL USES. VARIES Table 2-1: PARK TYPES CLASSIFICATION TABLE
2 ANALYSIS
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2.1.1. COMMUNITY PARKS
Typical Size: 10-30 acres
Typical Amenities:

Community parks are designed to serve the daily
recreation needs of the larger community. They
are generally between ten and thirty acres in area
and serve community members within a two-mile
drive. They typically contain amenities found in
neighborhood parks but also larger park amenities
such as sports fields, multiple sport courts,
restrooms, and dedicated parking.

2.1.2. NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS
Typical Size: 2-10 acres
Typical Amenities:

Neighborhood parks are medium-sized green spaces
offering both passive and active recreation. Typically
ranging from two to ten acres, they often feature
amenities such as playgrounds, picnic areas, walking
paths, and occasionally sports courts or practice
fields. Designed to serve local residents within
a half-mile walk of the park, these parks provide
access to nature along with some opportunities for
active recreation activities.

2.1.3. MINI PARKS
Typical Size: 0-2 acres
Typical Amenities:

Mini parks, are generally smaller parks that provide
passive recreation opportunities and access to
nature. Although they are smaller in size and focus
on passive recreation, they play an important role
in providing outdoor access for neighborhoods.

These parks are typically, but not limited to, being
less than two acres and serve residents within a halfmile walk. Turf areas, benches, and a playground are typical park amenities.

Los Nietos Park - a Community Park
Lakeview Park - a Neighborhood Park
Bradwell Parkette - Mini Park
15 Heritage Park - a Special Use Facility

PARK TYPES ACRES
MINI PARK 4.78
NEIGHBORHOOD PARK 20.65
COMMUNITY PARK 47.00
SPECIAL USE FACILITY 15.80
TOTAL 88.23
Table 2-2: PARK TYPES CLASSIFICATION TABLE

2.1.4. SPECIAL USE FACILITIES
Typical Size: varies
Typical Amenities: varies (examples including community gardens, dog parks, swimming pools, community facilities, etc.

This category refers to standalone parks or facilities that are designed to serve one particular use such as a community center, event center, and aquatic center.

Clarke Estate - a Special Use Facility
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SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Figure 2-1: EXISTING PARKS
1 2
3 4
5 6
7 8
9 10
12 16
17 11
14 13
15 1
2 3
4 5
6 7
8 9
10 11
12 13
15 16
17 14
Los Nietos Park
Santa Fe Springs Park
Santa Fe Springs
Athletic Fields
Little Lake Park
Lake Ctr. Athletic Park
Lakeview Park
Bradwell Parkette
Davenrich Parkette
Longworth Parkette
Friendship Park
Clarke Estate
Heritage Park
Aquatic Center
Community Garden
Soaring Dreams Plaza
Town Center Hall
Gus Valesco Neighborhood
Center
Future Park
17 Recreation
Center
Community
Center
Senior
Center Teen Center Picnic Area (12+ People)
Playground
(ages 5-12)
Tot-lot
(ages 2-5)
Park
Restrooms
Basketball
Court
Volleyball
Court
Pickleball
Court
Baseball/
Softball Field
Soccer
Field
Multi-Purpose
Fields Splashpad Wading Pool Swimming Pool
Outdoor
Stage
Community
Garden
Walking
Path
Outdoor
Exercise Area

2.2 EXISTING PARK AMENITIES
1 5 1 1 34 9
4 6 10 3 1
11 3 3 1 4 2
1 1 4
1 18

ANALYSIS

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A Joint Use Agreement (JUA) is a formal agreement between two or more entities that establish terms and conditions for shared use of public property. A school and a city entering into a JUA is an example of this type of agreement, which allows the public use of park amenities on school grounds. In July of 2004, the Little Lake City School District and the City entered into a 20-year JUA, making District facilities available for the City’s recreational programming uses. Shared facilities are made available to the public at times when the use does not interfere with regular work and include:
Lake Center Middle School
Lakeview Elementary School
The District and the City fund maintenance of JUA facilities. This agreement expired in 2024 but following the expiration, renewal can occur on a year-to-year basis.

In addition to these JUAs, the City maintains a lease agreement with Southern California Edison for the use of Santa Fe Springs Park. The City also has a shared-use agreement with the City of Norwalk for Little Lake Park.

Established in 1992, the agreement allocates park use to the City of Norwalk from Monday through Thursday, while the City of Santa Fe Springs has use from Friday through Sunday. The two Cities are to share the costs of park improvements.

JUA Park
Figure 2-2: JOINT-USE AGREEMENT PARKS IN SANTA FE SPRINGS 20 ANALYSIS

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2.4 QUALITATIVE AMENITY ASSESSMENT
A qualitative assessment of park amenities was conducted using data collected during field visits, with each amenity rated as Excellent, Good, Fair, or Poor. The average scores for each park, shown in Table 2-3, identify where future investments may be needed. Overall, City’ parks are in good condition, though several include a mix of fair and excellent amenities. The Aquatic Center and Los Nietos Park received the highest overall ratings, while Santa Fe Springs Athletic Park scored the lowest. Table 2-3 also highlights average scores by amenity type—for example, play structures averaged 2.89, suggesting those in fair condition may need replacement soon. These findings, combined with other performance metrics, informed the “Park Profiles” presented in the following section.

Park Amenity Condition
Assessment
Aquatic CenterBradwell ParketteClarke EstateCommunity GardenDavenrich ParketteHeritage ParkLake Center Athletic ParkLakeview ParkLittle Lake ParkLongworth ParketteLos Nietos ParkSanta Fe Springs Athletic FieldsSanta Fe Springs ParkSoaring Dreams PlazaAVERAGE Swimming Pool 4 3 3 4 3 3.3
Community building 3 2 3 2.7
Concessions building 3 3.0
Restroom building 3 3 3 3.0
Restroom/concession 3 3 3 3 3 3.0
Storage 3 3 3.0
Art 3 3.0
Picnic area 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3.0
Walking loop 3 3 3 3.0
Park Games 3 3 3 3 3.0
Community Garden 3 4 4.0
Play Structure (2-5) 4 4 4.0
Play Structure (5-12) 3 3 3 4 3 3 3 2 4 3.1
Court: Basketball (full-court) 3 4 4 4 3.8
Court: Basketball (half-court) 3 3.0
Handball 3 3 3 3.0
Court: Volleyball 3 3.0
Diamond field 3 3 3 3.0
Rectangular field 3 3 3 3.0
AVERAGE 4.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.2 3.0 3.1 3.0 3.0 3.2 2.8 3.3 3.0 Table 2-3: PARK AMENITY CONDITION ASSESSMENT
Excellent (4): Amenity structural/surface integrity and aesthetics are like-new.

Good (3): Amenity has minor structural/surface integrity OR aesthetics issues.

Fair (2): Amenity has minor structural/surface integrity AND aesthetics issues, or pending major structural issues.

Poor (1): Amenity has major structural/surface integrity issues, or has failed structurally. 21 EXCELLENT
Satisfies all of the
metrics for the
category
PARK REPORT CARD FRAMEWORK MINI-PARKS NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS

COMMUNITY
PARKS
Category 1: Amenity Condition (Completed after fieldwork) Based on the overall amenity condition assessment score. X X X Category 2: Connectivity and Accessibility
Park has a full walking loop X X
Park amenities are accessible by wheelchair or other mobility aid X X X Park has a nearby transit stop X X
Park has multiple access points X X
Category 3: Comfort and Identity
Park has entry signage X X X
Park has placemaking elements X X X
Park has adequate lighting for night activities X X
Park has controlled access (clear entry and exit points) X X X Category 4: Activation
Park amenities that facilitate social gatherings X X
Park as organized programming activities X X
Community events occur at the park X X
Park has both active and passive amenities X X
NEEDS

IMPROVEMENT
Satisfies 2 of the
metrics for the
category

SATISFACTORY
Satisfies 3 of the
metrics for the
category

UNSATISFACTORY
Satisfies 1 or 0 of the
metric for the category
NOT

APPLICABLE
Category not
applicable to park
type

2.5 PARK PROFILES
Individual park profiles present an evaluation based on criteria in up to four categories, summarized in a “park report card.” The categories of evaluation criteria are: (1) Amenity Condition, (2) Connectivity and Accessibility, (3) Comfort and Identity, and (4) Activation. Mini parks have fewer criteria in only 3 of 4 categories. See Table 2-4 for a summary of evaluation criteria.

Park grades are given to each of the applicable evaluation category depending on how many criteria are met.

Grades identify the parks in greatest need of improvement and were used to develop recommendations.

Table 2-4: PARK REPORT CARD FRAMEWORK
22 ANALYSIS

SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Los Nietos Park is the northernmost park in Santa
Fe Springs, adjacent to Rancho Santa Gertrudes
Elementary and Jersey Avenue Elementary. The park
is in a predominantly residential area within walking
distance of Santa Fe Springs Athletic Fields and the
Gus Velasco Neighborhood Center. The park often
hosts community events such as Movies in the
Park, National Night Out, a Halloween Carnival, and
more. Amenities in the park include athletic fields
(baseball/softball), basketball courts, playgrounds,
handball/racquetball, horseshoe pits, lighted
facilities, picnic areas with BBQ grills, restrooms,
tennis courts, a wading pool, and the Activity Center,
a gymnasium for city programs.

PARK ACRES: 11.0
PARK TYPE: COMMUNITY PARK
AMENITIES:

2.5.1. LOS NIETOS PARK
23 AMENITIES
Amenity condition assessment score

CONNECTIVITY AND ACCESSIBILITY
Park has a full walking loop
Park amenities are accessible by wheelchair or other mobility aid device Park has a nearby transit stop
Park has multiple access points

COMFORT AND IDENTITY
Park has entry signage
Park has placemaking elements
Park has adequate lighting for night activities
Park has controlled access (clear entry and exit points)

ACTIVATION
Park amenities that facilitate social gatherings
Park as organized programming activities
Community events occur at the park
Park has both active and passive amenities

OVERALL GRADE
24 ANALYSIS

SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Santa Fe Springs Park is the westernmost park in the
city, and is located near Davenrich Parkette and west
of the San Gabriel River Freeway (I-605). The park is
east of the San Gabriel River and provides access to
the San Gabriel River Trail. Amenities offered include
athletic fields (multi-purpose fields), basketball
courts, a newly renovated playground (2025),
handball/racquetball, horseshoe pits, picnic areas
with BBQ grills available for rent, restrooms, and a
wading pool.

PARK ACRES: 10.8
PARK TYPE: NEIGHBORHOOD PARK
AMENITIES:

2.5.2. SANTA FE SPRINGS PARK
25 AMENITIES
Amenity condition assessment score

CONNECTIVITY AND ACCESSIBILITY
Park has a full walking loop
Park amenities are accessible by wheelchair or other mobility aid device Park has a nearby transit stop
Park has multiple access points

COMFORT AND IDENTITY
Park has entry signage
Park has placemaking elements
Park has adequate lighting for night activities
Park has controlled access (clear entry and exit points)

ACTIVATION
Park amenities that facilitate social gatherings
Park as organized programming activities
Community events occur at the park
Park has both active and passive amenities

OVERALL GRADE
26 ANALYSIS

SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Santa Fe Springs Athletic Park is a neighborhood
park located off Pioneer Boulevard between Jersey
Avenue and Alburtis Avenue. Amenities include
athletic fields (baseball/softball fields and soccer
fields), a play area, a picnic area, and restrooms.

PARK ACRES: 7.0
PARK TYPE: NEIGHBORHOOD PARK
AMENITIES:

2.5.3. SANTA FE SPRINGS

ATHLETIC PARK
27 AMENITIES
Amenity condition assessment score

CONNECTIVITY AND ACCESSIBILITY
Park has a full walking loop
Park amenities are accessible by wheelchair or other mobility aid device Park has a nearby transit stop
Park has multiple access points

COMFORT AND IDENTITY
Park has entry signage
Park has placemaking elements
Park has adequate lighting for night activities
Park has controlled access (clear entry and exit points)

ACTIVATION
Park amenities that facilitate social gatherings
Park as organized programming activities
Community events occur at the park
Park has both active and passive amenities

OVERALL GRADE
28 ANALYSIS

SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Little Lake Park is located in the north of Santa Fe
Springs. It is located off of Pioneer Boulevard and
Lakeland Road, south of Florence Avenue. Amenities
found in the park include athletic fields (baseball/
softball), basketball courts, a playground, handball/
racquetball, horseshoe pits, lighted facilities, picnic areas with BBQ grills, restrooms, tennis courts, a
wading pool, and an indoor community center. Public
transit stops are accessible along Pioneer Boulevard
and Lakeland Road. Little Lake Park is a shared-use
park between the City of Santa Fe Springs, the City
of Norwalk, and Metropolitan Little League.

PARK ACRES: 19.8
PARK TYPE: COMMUNITY PARK
AMENITIES:

2.5.4. LITTLE LAKE PARK
29 AMENITIES
Amenity condition assessment score

CONNECTIVITY AND ACCESSIBILITY
Park has a full walking loop
Park amenities are accessible by wheelchair or other mobility aid device Park has a nearby transit stop
Park has multiple access points

COMFORT AND IDENTITY
Park has entry signage
Park has placemaking elements
Park has adequate lighting for night activities
Park has controlled access (clear entry and exit points)

ACTIVATION
Park amenities that facilitate social gatherings
Park as organized programming activities
Community events occur at the park
Park has both active and passive amenities

OVERALL GRADE
30 ANALYSIS

SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Lake Center Athletic Park is located off Florence
Avenue and adjacent to Lake Center Middle School.

This park is a joint-use park, and certain areas of
the park are only available for use outside regular
school hours, including the walking/running track
and athletic fields. Amenities at the park include
baseball/softball fields, a running/walking track,
basketball courts, playgrounds, and picnic areas.

The Betty Wilson Center is also located at this park,
a community center for city services and programs.

PARK ACRES: 16.2
PARK TYPE: COMMUNITY PARK
AMENITIES:

JUA Facility

2.5.5. LAKE CENTER ATHLETIC PARK
31 AMENITIES
Amenity condition assessment score

CONNECTIVITY AND ACCESSIBILITY
Park has a full walking loop
Park amenities are accessible by wheelchair or other mobility aid device Park has a nearby transit stop
Park has multiple access points

COMFORT AND IDENTITY
Park has entry signage
Park has placemaking elements
Park has adequate lighting for night activities
Park has controlled access (clear entry and exit points)

ACTIVATION
Park amenities that facilitate social gatherings
Park as organized programming activities
Community events occur at the park
Park has both active and passive amenities

OVERALL GRADE
32 ANALYSIS

SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Lakeview Park is located west of the City Civic Center, Clarke Estate, Community Garden, and Aquatic
Center. The park is in a residential neighborhood
adjacent to Lakeview Elementary School and Santa
Fe High School. Amenities found in the park include
athletic fields, basketball courts, a playground,
handball/racquetball, picnic areas with BBQ grills,
restrooms, and a wading pool.

PARK ACRES: 6.7
PARK TYPE: NEIGHBORHOOD PARK
AMENITIES:

JUA Facility

2.5.6. LAKEVIEW PARK
33 AMENITIES
Amenity condition assessment score

CONNECTIVITY AND ACCESSIBILITY
Park has a full walking loop
Park amenities are accessible by wheelchair or other mobility aid device Park has a nearby transit stop
Park has multiple access points

COMFORT AND IDENTITY
Park has entry signage
Park has placemaking elements
Park has adequate lighting for night activities
Park has controlled access (clear entry and exit points)

ACTIVATION
Park amenities that facilitate social gatherings
Park as organized programming activities
Community events occur at the park
Park has both active and passive amenities

OVERALL GRADE
34 ANALYSIS

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AMENITIES
Amenity condition assessment score

CONNECTIVITY AND ACCESSIBILITY
Park has a full walking loop
Park amenities are accessible by wheelchair
or other mobility aid device
Park has a nearby transit stop
Park has multiple access points

COMFORT AND IDENTITY
Park has entry signage
Park has placemaking elements
Park has adequate lighting for night
activities
Park has controlled access (clear entry and
exit points)

ACTIVATION
Bradwell Parkette is a mini park located in a
residential neighborhood, east of the San Gabriel
River Freeway (I-605). Amenities available for use are
a playground and benches.

PARK ACRES: 0.2
PARK TYPE: MINI PARK
AMENITIES:

OVERALL GRADE

2.5.7. BRADWELL AVENUE PARKETTE
35 AMENITIES
Amenity condition assessment score

CONNECTIVITY AND ACCESSIBILITY
Park has a full walking loop (NCL)
Park amenities are accessible by wheelchair
or other mobility aid device (All)
Park has a nearby transit stop (NCL)
Park has multiple access points (NCL)

COMFORT AND IDENTITY
Park has entry signage (All)
Park has placemaking elements (All)
Park has adequate lighting for night
activities (CL)
Park has controlled access (clear entry and
exit points)

ACTIVATION
Davenrich Parkette is a mini park in a residential
neighborhood, and within proximity to Santa Fe
Springs Park and west of the San Gabriel River Freeway
(I-605). Amenities include a playground and benches.

PARK ACRES: 0.1
PARK TYPE: MINI PARK
AMENITIES:

OVERALL GRADE

2.5.8. DAVENRICH STREET PARKETTE
36 ANALYSIS

SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN

AMENITIES
Amenity condition assessment score

CONNECTIVITY AND ACCESSIBILITY
Park has a full walking loop
Park amenities are accessible by wheelchair
or other mobility aid device
Park has a nearby transit stop
Park has multiple access points

COMFORT AND IDENTITY
Park has entry signage
Park has placemaking elements
Park has adequate lighting for night
activities
Park has controlled access (clear entry and
exit points)

ACTIVATION

OVERALL GRADE
Longworth Avenue Parkette is a mini park nestled
in a residential neighborhood, adjacent to the San
Gabriel River Freeway (I-605). Amenities include a
playground and benches.

PARK ACRES: 0.2
PARK TYPE: MINI PARK
AMENITIES:

2.5.9. LONGWORTH AVENUE PARKETTE
37 AMENITIES
Amenity condition assessment score

COMFORT AND IDENTITY
Park has entry signage (All)
Park has placemaking elements (All)
Park has adequate lighting for night
activities (CL)
Park has controlled access (clear entry and
exit points)

ACTIVATION
PARK ACRES: 0.2
PARK TYPE: MINI PARK
Friendship Park is a mini park adjacent to the San
Gabriel River Freeway (I-605) and Telegraph Road.

The park offers features such as a monument and a
passive space.

OVERALL GRADE

2.5.10. FRIENDSHIP PARK
38 ANALYSIS

SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN The Clarke Estate, located at the Civic Center, is a
restored historical home originally built by architect
Irving Gill as the home of Chauncey and Marie Rankin
Clarke in 1919 and completed in 1921. The buildings’
Mediterranean and Mission Revival architecture
features minimal to no ornamentation. Reservations
are available for special events such as weddings,
receptions, and other meetings. This plan explores
expanding the event spaces at the Clarke Estate.

Concepts for expansion are included in Chapter 5.

PARK ACRES: 6.0
PARK TYPE: SPECIAL USE FACILITY
AMENITIES:

2.5.11. CLARKE ESTATE
39 AMENITIES
Amenity condition assessment score

CONNECTIVITY AND ACCESSIBILITY
Park has a full walking loop
Park amenities are accessible by wheelchair or other mobility aid device Park has a nearby transit stop
Park has multiple access points

COMFORT AND IDENTITY
Park has entry signage
Park has placemaking elements
Park has adequate lighting for night activities
Park has controlled access (clear entry and exit points)

ACTIVATION
Park amenities that facilitate social gatherings
Park as organized programming activities
Community events occur at the park
Park has both active and passive amenities

OVERALL GRADE
40 ANALYSIS

SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Previously a ranch of the late 1800s, Heritage Park is
a restored historic park. Heritage Park has immersive
educational exhibits about the Tongva and
Gabrieleno tribes, railroads, exotic plants and birds,
and Spanish settlers. It also contains restrooms, a
parking lot, seating, and a walking trail. The City
hosts numerous private and community events at
the park.

PARK ACRES: 7.5
PARK TYPE: A SPECIAL USE FACILITY
AMENITIES:

2.5.12. HERITAGE PARK
41 AMENITIES
Amenity condition assessment score

CONNECTIVITY AND ACCESSIBILITY
Park has a full walking loop
Park amenities are accessible by wheelchair or other mobility aid device Park has a nearby transit stop
Park has multiple access points

COMFORT AND IDENTITY
Park has entry signage
Park has placemaking elements
Park has adequate lighting for night activities
Park has controlled access (clear entry and exit points)

ACTIVATION
Park amenities that facilitate social gatherings
Park as organized programming activities
Community events occur at the park
Park has both active and passive amenities

OVERALL GRADE
42 ANALYSIS

SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN The Aquatic Center is located at the Civic Center,
adjacent to the Clarke Estate and the Community
Garden. The Aquatic Center features outdoor
swimming pools and offers aquatic programming,
including swim lessons, lap swim, recreation swim,
and water exercise classes. The Aquatic Center is
undergoing renovations as of spring 2026 to add a
splashpad, concessions and picnic areas, a spa, and
improvements to the existing swimming pools and
poolhouse.

PARK ACRES: 2.3
PARK TYPE: SPECIAL USE FACILITY
AMENITIES:

2.5.13. SANTA FE SPRINGS

AQUATIC CENTER
43 AMENITIES
Amenity condition assessment score

CONNECTIVITY AND ACCESSIBILITY
Park has a full walking loop
Park amenities are accessible by wheelchair or other mobility aid device Park has a nearby transit stop
Park has multiple access points

COMFORT AND IDENTITY
Park has entry signage
Park has placemaking elements
Park has adequate lighting for night activities
Park has controlled access (clear entry and exit points)

ACTIVATION
Park amenities that facilitate social gatherings
Park as organized programming activities
Community events occur at the park
Park has both active and passive amenities

OVERALL GRADE
44 ANALYSIS

SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN The Community Garden is located adjacent to the
Clarke Estate and the Aquatic Center. Other nearby
public facilities include the Santa Fe Springs Library
and Town Hall Center. The Community Garden
offers opportunities for rentable gardening parcels
and a picnic area.

PARK ACRES: 2.0
PARK TYPE: SPECIAL USE FACILITY
AMENITIES:

2.5.14. SANTA FE SPRINGS

COMMUNITY GARDEN
45 AMENITIES
Amenity condition assessment score

CONNECTIVITY AND ACCESSIBILITY
Park has a full walking loop
Park amenities are accessible by wheelchair or other mobility aid device Park has a nearby transit stop
Park has multiple access points

COMFORT AND IDENTITY
Park has entry signage
Park has placemaking elements
Park has adequate lighting for night activities
Park has controlled access (clear entry and exit points)

ACTIVATION
Park amenities that facilitate social gatherings
Park as organized programming activities
Community events occur at the park
Park has both active and passive amenities

OVERALL GRADE
46 ANALYSIS

SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Soaring Dreams Plaza is at the Santa Fe Springs’
Civic Center. Amenities found within the park are art
statues, a plaza area, and benches.

PARK ACRES: 2.0
PARK TYPE: MINI PARK
AMENITIES:

2.5.15. SOARING DREAMS PLAZA
47 AMENITIES
Amenity condition assessment score

CONNECTIVITY AND ACCESSIBILITY
Park has a full walking loop
Park amenities are accessible by wheelchair or other mobility aid device Park has a nearby transit stop
Park has multiple access points

COMFORT AND IDENTITY
Park has entry signage
Park has placemaking elements
Park has adequate lighting for night activities
Park has controlled access (clear entry and exit points)

ACTIVATION
Park amenities that facilitate social gatherings
Park as organized programming activities
Community events occur at the park
Park has both active and passive amenities

OVERALL GRADE
48 ANALYSIS

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2.6 INDOOR RECREATION FACILITIES

2.6.1. GUS VELASCO

NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER
The Gus Velasco Neighborhood Center is the
northernmost recreation facility in the City, located off Pioneer Boulevard. The center has two social halls for
events and meetings, a fitness room, and a computer
lab for seniors. It also serves as a hub for a number
of programs for seniors and adaptive recreation. This
facility is also available to rent for events.

2.6.2. TOWN CENTER HALL
Town Center Hall is located at the Civic Center next
to the Santa Fe Springs Library and the Clarke Estate.

Town Center Hall is the home of the Teen Lounge, a
large social hall, and a smaller meeting room. The
social hall and meeting room are indoor spaces
available for rent.

2.6.3. ACTIVITY CENTER (AT LOS

NIETOS PARK)
The Activity Center at Los Nietos Park is an indoor
gymnasium that offers the public a space for
residents to enjoy activities such as basketball,
racquetball, pickleball, and more. There is also a
fitness facility available for community use. The
center is also available for the public to rent and is
used for community events.

Town Center Hall
Activity Center
Gus Velasco Neighborhood Center
49 2.6.4. BETTY WILSON CENTER
(AT LAKE CENTER ATHLETIC PARK)
The Betty Wilson Center is located at Lake Center
Park off of Florence Avenue. It is used for family
services and other programs. This facility also offers
a rentable event space for community members.

2.6.5. SANTA FE SPRINGS CITY

LIBRARY
The Santa Fe Springs City Library is operated by the
Library Services Division and it serves as a learning
hub for community members. It offers learning
resources, workshops, events, programs, and
computers.

Betty Wilson Center
Santa Fe Springs City Library
50 ANALYSIS

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2.7 ADJACENT PARKS
Adjacent parks are parks outside the City but are adjacent to the City boundary that likely may serve City residents. This section identifies several of those parks.

2.7.1. AMELIA MAYBERRY PARK
Size: 14 acres
Operator: Los Angeles County
Address: 13201 E. Meyer Rd., Whittier, CA 90605
Amelia Mayberry Park is located within the Sphere of
Influence (SOI) of the City. The park offers amenities
and programs for people of all ages. Amenities
include picnic areas, baseball fields, basketball
courts, splash pads, community gardens, and more.

2.7.2. YORK FIELD
Size: 9.20 acres
Operator: City of Whittier
Address: 9110 Santa Fe Springs Rd. Whittier, CA 90606
Located in South Whittier, at the corner of Santa
Fe Springs Road and Mulberry Drive, York Field is
a special-use park with baseball fields and covered
bleachers for spectators. Other amenities include
picnic areas, a playground, a snack bar, restroom
facilities, and hand washing stations.

2.7.3. WILDERNESS PARK
Size: 20 acres
Operator: City of Downey
Address: 10999 Little Lake Rd Downey, CA 90241
Wilderness Park is located west of the City between
I-605 and the San Gabriel River. The park is an
activity hub for picnics and parties with amenities
including a playground, restrooms, picnic tables,
barbecues, and two main lakes.

Amelia Mayberry Park - Whittier, CA
York Field - Whittier, CA
Wilderness Park - Downey, CA
51 2.8 LEVEL OF SERVICE
A Level of Service (LOS) analysis helps show how well Santa Fe Springs parks and recreation facilities meet the needs of the community. Three types of level-of-service analyses are used to understand how effectively park and recreation facilities serve residents now and in the future.

1. Park Acreage LOS uses population and park acres to determine LOS.

2. Park Amenity LOS uses population and number of park amenities in comparison to national benchmarks from the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA).

3. Park Accessibility LOS uses residential population density and park locations to determine LOS.

By combining these three LOS methods, the planning team can better understand how effectively the current park system meets the needs of the community using measurable data. This quantitative perspective complements the valuable feedback gathered from community members, stakeholders, and City staff. These metrics establish key performance indicators for the park system and inform data-driven recommendations regarding the construction, expansion, or siting of parks and amenities.

2.8.1. PARK ACREAGE LEVEL OF

SERVICE
The current 88.23 park acres in the City provides
19,310 residents with an park acreage LOS of 4.57
park acres per 1,000 residents, As shown in Table
2-5. This exceed the City’s goal of 4 acres per 1,000
residents. There are currently 11 surplus acres of
park - which can continue to serve some future
population growth with the same park acreage LOS.

This highlights the City’s proactive approach to
maintaining a well-balanced and equitable park
system that meets community needs today and
positions it well for future growth.

FUTURE PARK ACREAGE LEVEL OF SERVICE
According to the General Plan, the City is projected
to experience significant population growth to
30,350 in 2040, raising concerns about maintaining
adequate park access for future residents. To keep
pace with this growth, the City should plan carefully
to uphold its goal of providing 4 acres of parkland
per 1,000 residents as new housing developments
are added. Table 2-6 illustrates the City’s projected
park level of service in 2040, if no new parks are
developed.

Table 2-5: EXISTING PARK ACREAGE LOS
Table 2-6: FUTURE PARK ACREAGE LOS

EXISTING LOS ALL CITY
PARKS
Existing Park Acreage 88.23
Recommended Adopted
Standard per 1,000
Population

4.00 Acres per 1,000 Population 4.57
Total Surplus/Deficit Acres
per 1,000 Population +0.57
Acres in Surplus 10.99

FUTURE LOS ALL CITY
PARKS
Existing Park Acreage 88.23
Recommended Adopted
Standard per 1,000
Population

4.00 Acres per 1,000 Population 2.91
Total Surplus/Deficit Acres
per 1,000 Population -1.09
Acres in Deficit 33.17
52 ANALYSIS

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2.8.2. PARK AMENITY LEVEL OF SERVICE
Amenity LOS compares the number of park amenities to population, expressed as the number of residents per amenity, such as a ratio of 1 basketball court per 5,000 people. These ratios are compared to national benchmarks from the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) 2021–2025 Agency Performance Review; to determine surplus or deficit
The total number of park amenities in the City was calculated to show recreational amenities available in the City. Table 2-7 compares these totals to recommended benchmarks based on the the City’s current population and NRPA guidelines for cities of similar size. In the table, amenities shaded green exceed community needs, those in yellow are near the target level, and those in red fall below the recommended benchmark.

While the amenity LOS analysis serves as a valuable indicator for identifying amenity shortfalls, it should not be the sole measure used to evaluate park facilities. It is important to consider regional trends specific to Southern California, such as pelota mixteca, obstacle courses, bouldering, and adventure playgrounds. These activities are not adequately reflected in the NRPA’s national Agency Performance Review. Therefore, it is necessary to gather additional perspectives that capture the community’s park priorities and needs through a comprehensive community engagement process. A summary of community input is provided in Chapter 4.

TOP NEEDED AMENITIES (ACCORDING TO LOS)

TENNIS COURTS

PICKLEBALL COURTS

DOG PARKS

AMPHITHEATERS

SKATE PARKS
53 Table 2-7: PARK AMENITY LOS

LEVEL OF SERVICE FOR EXISTING

POPULATION
(19,310 EST. POP. CENSUS 2023)
TOTAL

EXISTING

INVENTORY

RECOMMENDED

CITY BENCHMARK
(1/# POP)
TOTAL

FACILITIES
NEEDED

TOTAL SURPLUS
/ DEFICIT

INDOOR REC

FACILITIES
Recreation Center 1.0 95,600 0.2 0.8
Community Center 5.0 8,800 2.2 2.8
Senior Center 1.0 13,000 1.5 -0.5
Teen Center 1.0 13,700 1.4 -0.4
Library 1.0 11,400 1.7 -1.7

OUTDOOR PARK & REC FACILITIES
Picnic Area (12+ People) 34.0 5,000 3.9 30.1
Reservable Picnic Area 5.0 5,000 3.9 1.1
Playground (ages 6-12) 8.5 2,000 9.7 -1.2
Playground/Tot Lot (ages 2-5) 4.0 6,000 3.2 0.8
Restroom Facility 6.0 4,600 4.2 1.8
Basketball 10.0 4,500 4.3 5.7
Volleyball 3.0 8,200 2.4 0.6
Tennis 0.0 3,000 6.4 -6.4
Pickleball 1.0 3,700 5.2 -4.2
Futsal 0.0 32,000 0.6 -0.6
Handball Courts 11.0 13,400 1.4 9.6
Baseball/Softball Fields 11.0 5,100 3.8 7.2
Rectangular Soccer Fields 3.0 7,700 2.5 0.5
Multi-purpose Fields 3.0 8,600 2.2 0.8
Splashpad/Sprayground 1.0 13,000 1.5 -0.5
Wading Pools 4.0 12,000 1.6 2.4
Swimming Pool 2.0 10,200 1.9 0.1
Skate Park 0.0 11,000 1.8 -1.8
Stage (no built-in seating) 1.0 42,000 0.5 0.5
Amphitheater (built in seating) 0.0 10,500 1.8 -1.8
Community Garden 1.0 8,700 2.2 -1.2
Dog Park 0.0 10,800 1.8 -1.8
Walking Path 4.0 8,300 2.3 1.7
Outdoor Exercise Area/Exercise Path 1.0 8,300 2.3 -1.3
Meets or exceeds benchmark Within 0.5 of meeting
benchmark
Falls short of meeting
benchmark
54 ANALYSIS

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2.8.3. PARK ACCESSIBILITY LEVEL OF SERVICE
An accessibility analysis was conducted to assess how well parks and recreation areas are distributed across Santa Fe Springs and how easily residents can reach them. The study maps which neighborhoods are within a 10-minute walk (about a half mile) of a park using actual street networks and park entrances, rather than simple distance circles. This helps identify where sidewalks, trails, or roads could be improved to enhance access and highlights areas without nearby parks, guiding where future park investments should be prioritized.

PARK ACCESSIBILITY
Figure 2-3 illustrates the walkable service areas of City parks, showing how easily residents can reach them on foot. Areas shaded in yellow represent locations within a 10-minute walk (about a half mile) of a park. As shown, most residential neighborhoods in the City enjoy convenient park access. However, some small gaps remain— particularly along the southern edge of the city, where there is currently limited residential development, and near portions of the city boundary.

Figure 2-4 also shows projected future population growth based on planned land uses, overlaid with the existing park walkability areas. Since most future growth is expected in the central and northern parts of the City, it will be important to explore opportunities for new parks in these areas to ensure that all residents continue to have easy access to parks and recreational opportunities.

SIDEWALK AND WALKABILITY

ANALYSIS
A sidewalk gap analysis was conducted to identify
any missing or incomplete sections of the sidewalk
network. Gaps in sidewalk infrastructure can affect
how accurately park accessibility is measured, since
the analysis assumes that all city streets (excluding
freeways) have safe and continuous sidewalks. The
results show that the City has few missing sidewalk
segments, and most pedestrian crossings have
transitional curb ramps for people in wheelchairs.

Some curb ramps are missing tactile warning strips
to assist vision-impaired pedestrians, but the issue
is not widespread.
10-MINUTE WALK PROGRAM
This analysis supports the national 10-Minute Walk
initiative, led by The Trust for Public Land with NRPA
and the Urban Land Institute, which aims to ensure
all U.S. residents have safe, easy access to a park
within a 10-minute walk by 2050. The 10-minute
walk is a widely recognized standard for creating
equitable and accessible park systems. This program
aligns with SFS’s General Plan Policy 1.1 to locate park facilities so every resident lives within a 10-minute
walk to a park or other recreation facility.
55 Figure 2-3: WALKABLE SERVICE AREAS TO SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS 56 ANALYSIS

SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Figure 2-4: WALKABLE SERVICE AREA TO PARKS AND PROJECTED FUTURE POPULATION 57 2.8.4. AMENITY ACCESSIBILITY
Amenity-specific accessibility analyses were also completed for each park to illustrate the geographic distribution of key recreational amenities across the City. Figure 2-5 through Figure 2-7 displays the areas within a 10-minute walk of playgrounds,courts, sports fields, and indoor recreation facilities.

PLAYGROUNDS: Figure 2-5 displays the walkable service area of parks with playgrounds. The figure illustrates that most parks in the City contain playgrounds with gaps present, especially in the central area and in the northern area of the residential areas of the city.

SPORTS FACILITIES: Figure 2-6 shows the walkable service area of parks that contain sports courts and sports fields. While many residential areas do have sports facilities within a 10-minute walk, some do not. The most significant sports court gaps are in neighborhoods in the central and southwestern portions of the City.

INDOOR RECREATION FACILITIES: Figure 2-7 shows both walkable and drivable service areas of indoor recreation facilities in the City (i.e., Gus Valesco Neighborhood Center, Los Nietos Park Activity Center, Town Center Hall). Since residents are more likely to drive to larger community facilities like a recreation center, a twomile drive area was used in combination with a 10-minute walk area to demonstrate accessibility. Walkability gaps exist in the central and western areas of the city. Most indoor facilities are accessible within a two-mile drive.

PLAYGROUNDS

SPORTS FACILITIES

INDOOR FACILITIES
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SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Figure 2-5: WALKABLE SERVICE AREA TO PARKS WITH PLAYGROUNDS 59 Figure 2-6: WALKABLE SERVICE AREA TO PARKS WITH SPORTS FACILITIES 60 ANALYSIS

SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Figure 2-7: WALKABLE SERVICE AREA OF INDOOR RECREATION FACILITIES 61 2.8.5. JUA ACCESSIBILITY
Santa Fe Springs currently has two parks with active Joint-Use Agreements (JUA), Lakeview Park and Lake Center Athletic Park. JUAs are important to the park system because they serve as park spaces outside school hours. Currently these two parks serve residents within a half-mile walking distance.

Figure 2-8 represents the walkable service area of the existing JUAs, the purple shapes represent existing schools without JUAs, but could potentially become JUAs in the future, and serve additional population within a half-mile walk.

Lakeview Park
62 ANALYSIS

SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Figure 2-8: Walkable Service Area of Existing JUAS and Nearby Schools 63 2.9 PARK PRESSURE
Analyzing how the existing park system serves the
current population helps identify priority areas for
new parks or improvements. Areas with limited
park acreage are expected to experience increasing
demand as population grows, especially if no new
parks are added. Park pressure maps are one part
of the existing conditions analysis, and all findings
in this report were considered in developing future
recommendations.

Park pressure is a modeled analysis that evaluates
park size and accessibility to show how park usage,
or “pressure”, varies across the City. It is based on
residential population density within each park’s
walkable service area, assuming residents primarily
use the closest park. Each park provides a certain
number of acres per resident, and the estimated
number of users is calculated from population data.

Park acreage per 1,000 residents is then compared
to the City’ goal of four acres per 1,000 residents to
determine areas of surplus or deficit.

2.9.1. FUTURE PARK PRESSURE
Figure 2-9 shows the existing park pressure and
Figure 2-10 shows projected future park pressure
using existing parkland and anticipated population
growth. Many future residential areas fall within
deficit categories, shown in purple, red, and orange,
where the number of residents will outpace available
park acreage, creating high demand for nearby
parks. Areas around Lake Center Athletic Park, Los
Nietos Park, and Heritage Park are projected to
experience the greatest park pressure due to higher
future population density and limited existing
parkland. These findings highlight where new
parks or expanded facilities will be most needed to
maintain adequate access for future residents.
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SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Figure 2-9: EXISTING PARK PRESSURE
65 Figure 2-10: FUTURE PARK PRESSURE
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2.10 HEALTH AND EQUITY
The benefits of parks and open spaces for health and
well-being are well-documented. However, in many
U.S. cities, these benefits are not distributed equitably.

There are several data sources available that
help illustrate the impacts of socioeconomic and
environmental factors that play a role in shaping
people’s ability to enjoy the outdoors and recreate.

This section outlines several of those data sources
to help tell a story and compares the City to the
surrounding region.

2.10.1. CALENVIROSCREEN (CES)
Figure 2-11 shows the CalEnviroScreen score per
Census Tract. Most residential census tracts in
the City scored at 50 or higher, indicating that
most residents face disproportionate economic,
health, and environmental burdens throughout the
community, but especially true in the north-west
areas of the city.

Figure 2-11: CALENVIROSCREEN (CES)
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SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Figure 2-12: EXTREME HEAT

2.10.2. EXTREME HEAT
The Extreme Heat Days map shows the projected
number of days each area is expected to experience
high temperatures. Areas with more extreme heat
days are at higher risk for heat-related impacts,
especially for sensitive populations.

Figure 2-14 shows the projected number of days above
100 degrees. Most of the residential areas in the City
fall within the 50-75 percentile range. These areas may be considered for additional parkland, cooling centers, and increased tree canopy coverage to help combat
urban heat and protect vulnerable communities.

Health and equity data reveal that many areas
in the City face economic, environmental, and
health challenges that affect residents’ access
to safe and enjoyable outdoor spaces. Indicators
from CalEnviroScreen, the Healthy Places Index,
and Extreme Heat projections show that several
neighborhoods, particularly in the central,
southwest, and northwest parts of the city,
experience higher pollution burdens, fewer healthsupporting resources, and greater vulnerability to rising temperatures. These findings highlight
the importance of prioritizing equitable park
access, expanded tree canopy, and climate
resilience investments in the city’s most impacted
communities.
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SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Figure 2-13: HEALTHY PLACES INDEX (HPI)

2.10.3. HEALTHY PLACES INDEX
(HPI)
Figure 2-12 shows the Healthy Places Index (HPI)
scores for the City and the surrounding region.

Most residential areas in the city fall below the 50th
percentile, indicating inequities in factors such as
education, job opportunities, clean air and water,
and access to nature compared to other California
census tracts. Within the City, these lower-scoring
areas are primarily located in the central and
southwest parts of the city.
71 3.1 PURPOSE AND STRUCTURE OF THIS CHAPTER
This chapter evaluates how the City of Santa Fe Springs’ parks and recreation system is performing at the intersection of program demand, physical space, and ongoing operating and maintenance commitments. It is intentionally designed to move beyond anecdotal observations and instead rely on three years of program participation data (2023–2025), resident versus non-resident utilization, and a detailed review of facility capacity, capital gaps, and maintenance agreements.

The purpose of this chapter is threefold:

1. To confirm whether current programs align with documented community demand

2. To assess whether existing parks, facilities, and spaces are enabling or constraining that demand

3. To determine whether the City’s ongoing maintenance and operating investments represent sound value relative to system use and intensity
3 Rather than evaluating programs, facilities,
or contracts in isolation, this chapter
integrates them into a single systemlevel narrative. This approach allows decision-makers to clearly see where the
City is performing well, where strategic
adjustments are warranted, and where
future capital or operational investments
will have the greatest impact.

PROGRAMS AND

OPERATIONS
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3.2 PROGRAM DEMAND TRENDS (2023–2025)

3.2.2. HIGH AND GROWING

DEMAND PROGRAMS
Programs in this category demonstrate sustained
near-capacity enrollment, frequent waitlist, and in
many cases, increasing participation over time.

These include:
Adaptive Recreation (Thursday Club)
Youth Soccer (all divisions)
Older Adult Fitness and Wellness
Older Adult Dances and Social Events
Excursions and Special Events
Interest does not limit these programs; they are
limited by space, scheduling, or facility capacity.

KEY TAKEAWAY:

Table 3-1 shows that these programs represent the
strongest return on public investment within the
system and warrant priority consideration in future
space and capital decisions.

3.2.1. OVERVIEW OF DEMAND

PATTERNS
A three-year review of program participation data
reveals that demand within the Santa Fe Springs
system is highly consistent and predictable. Programs
that performed strongly in 2023 continued to
perform strongly in 2024 and 2025, while programs
with low participation did not materially improve
despite continued scheduling and availability.

This stability is critical from a planning perspective.

It confirms that observed demand trends are
structural, not temporary, and therefore appropriate
to use as the basis for long-term decisions regarding
space allocation, capital investment, and staffing.

Across the system, program demand falls into
three clear tiers:
Consistently High and Growing Demand
Stable, Capacity-Constrained Demand
Persistently Low Demand
Each tier carries different implications for space,
investment, and operational strategy.

Table 3-1: PROGRAM DEMAND TREND MATRIX (HIGH DEMAND PROGRAMS)

PROGRAM AREA OVERALL DEMAND
TREND (2023–2025)

CAPACITY / WAITLIST
TREND

STRATEGIC

IMPLICATION
Adaptive Recreation
(Thursday Club) Very high and increasing Consistent double-digit waitlist Capacity expansion
required
Youth Soccer (All Divisions) Extremely high Regularly at or above division caps
Field capacity limits
growth
Older Adult Fitness Very high Classes routinely full Space and scheduling constraints
Older Adult Dances &
Social Events High to very high Frequent sell-outs Venue capacity limits Excursions / Trips Very high Many trips at capacity Transportation and staffing limits
73 3.2.3. STABLE BUT CAPACITY-CONSTRAINED PROGRAMS
A second tier of programs shows reliable participation, often near capacity, but without the explosive growth seen in the highest-demand category.

These programs are functioning well but require careful management to avoid stagnation or decline.

Examples include:
Youth Flag Football
Pee Wee and Introductory Youth Sports
Summer Day Camps
Camp Extended Care
In many cases, participation is strong during core time slots or seasons, with underutilization occurring during off-peak periods.

Table 3-2: PROGRAM DEMAND TREND MATRIX (STABLE PROGRAMS)

PROGRAM AREA OVERALL DEMAND

TREND CAPACITY PATTERN STRATEGIC IMPLICATION
Youth Flag
Football High and stable Moderate room before full Modest expansion possible Pee Wee Sports High and stable Near capacity Optimize schedules Summer Day
Camps High Core weeks full Incremental expansion feasible Camp Extended
Care Moderate to high Under capacity Bundling and packaging opportunity KEY TAKEAWAY:

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3.2.4. PERSISTENTLY LOW DEMAND PROGRAMS
Despite consistent availability, certain programs continue to demonstrate very low participation, often with single-digit enrollment or repeated zero-registration sessions, as displayed in Table 3-3.

These include:
SOPAS Dance Programs
T.E.E.N.S. Programs
Adult Tennis and small niche classes
Registered Outdoor Fitness formats
Table 3-3: PROGRAM DEMAND TREND MATRIX (LOW DEMAND PROGRAMS)

PROGRAM AREA DEMAND

TREND PARTICIPATION PATTERN STRATEGIC IMPLICATION
SOPAS Dance Very low 0–2 participants Consolidation or redesign T.E.E.N.S. Programs Very low 0–3 participants Structural model change needed Adult Tennis & Niche
Classes Low Minimal enrollment Reduce offerings
Outdoor Fitness
(registered) Very low No meaningful use Shift to drop-in model KEY TAKEAWAY:

Continued scheduling of these programs without structural changes represents inefficient use of space and staff time.
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3.3 RESIDENT VS NON-RESIDENT PARTICIPATION
Table 3-4: RESIDENT VS NON-RESIDENT PARTICIPATION (ROLLED UP)

CORE PROGRAM AREA RESIDENT

PARTICIPATION

NON-RESIDENT

PARTICIPATION PARTICIPATION PATTERN
Adaptive Recreation Lower Significantly higher Strong regional draw Youth Sports Higher Moderate Primarily neighborhood-serving Older Adult Fitness &
Wellness Balanced Balanced to high Regional and local appeal Camps & Family Programs Higher Moderate Resident-focused Specialty Events &
Excursions Moderate High Regional participation
Arts & Creative Programs Balanced Balanced Broad appeal Dance & Teen Programs Low Low Limited overall demand

WHY THIS ANALYSIS MATTERS
Understanding who is using City parks and recreation programs is essential for:
Evaluating equity and access
Informing pricing and cost recovery strategies
Understanding the City’s regional role
Aligning maintenance and capital investments with actual system use Rather than focusing on individual class rosters, participation was rolled up into core program areas to identify meaningful system-level patterns.

3.3.1. CORE PROGRAM AREA PARTICIPATION SUMMARY

KEY PARTICIPATION FINDINGS
Several clear patterns emerge from this analysis:
Adaptive Recreation and Older Adult programs consistently attract a high proportion of non-residents, positioning the City as a regional provider of inclusive and senior-focused services. Youth sports and family programs are primarily resident-serving, aligning with community expectations and neighborhood access goals.
Special events and excursions function as regional offerings, with non-resident participation often matching or exceeding resident use.
Low-demand programs show low participation regardless of residency, indicating structural program issues rather than access barriers.

PLANNING IMPLICATION:

Santa Fe Springs is appropriately serving both local and regional populations, but future pricing, capacity, and maintenance strategies must recognize where non-resident demand is strongest. 77 3.4 AGE SEGMENTATION ANALYSIS
Table 3-5: AGE SEGMENTATION SUMMARY MATRIX

AGE SEGMENT PRIMARY PROGRAM
TYPES

PARTICIPATION

INTENSITY

RESIDENT
SHARE

CAPACITY

PRESSURE STRATEGIC INTERPRETATION
Early Childhood
(0–4)
Preschool Aquatics,
Mini & Me
Gymnastics, Splish
Splash
Moderate,
episodic High Moderate
Demand exists but is highly
scheduled- and caregiverdependent; programs function
best as localized, short-format
offerings
Youth (5–12)
Youth Soccer, Boxing
(Youth), Volleyball,
Day Camps
Very High High High
Core demand driver of the
system; field, gym, and staff
capacity are the primary
constraints
Teens (13–17)
SOPAS Dance,
T.E.E.N.S., Teen Events
& Excursions
Low–Moderate Moderate Low
Demand is fragmented; current
formats underperform despite
available space
Adults (18–54)
Fitness, Boxing
(Adult), Craft & Sip,
Adult Sports
Moderate Balanced Moderate
Adults respond strongly to
novelty, social experiences, and
flexible scheduling
Older Adults
(55+)
Fitness, Dances,
Excursions, Chair
Exercise
Very High High High
One of the strongest and most
consistent demand segments;
space and accessibility are
limiting factors
Adaptive /
Inclusion
Thursday Club,
Adaptive Dances,
Adaptive Fitness
Very High Low–
Moderate Critical
Regional draw: demand
consistently exceeds capacity
and is not constrained by price

PURPOSE AND METHOD
Table 4-5 presents the Age Segmentation Analysis,
which evaluates who is being served, at what scale,
and with what intensity, using actual enrollment
behavior across the City’s recreation system.

Programs were grouped into core age cohorts and
assessed based on:
Volume of total enrollments
Resident vs non-resident participation patterns
Capacity utilization and waitlist pressure
Program repetition and seasonal consistency
This analysis does not assume demand based
on population alone; it is grounded in observed
participation behavior across 2023–2025
program cycles.
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KEY AGE SEGMENTATION FINDINGS

1. YOUTH AND OLDER ADULTS ANCHOR THE SYSTEM
These two cohorts account for the highest sustained participation, the most frequent waitlist, and the greatest space pressure. They should remain the primary drivers of capital, staffing, and scheduling decisions.

2. ADAPTIVE PROGRAMMING FUNCTIONS AS A REGIONAL SERVICE The unusually high non-resident participation in Adaptive Recreation is not incidental; it reflects a service gap in surrounding communities, positioning the City as a regional provider.

3. TEEN PARTICIPATION IS NOT SPACE-LIMITED
Low teen enrollment is not caused by insufficient facilities but by program format, timing, and scale. This is a lifecycle issue, not a capacity issue.

4. EARLY CHILDHOOD DEMAND IS PRESENT BUT FRAGILE
Participation depends heavily on caregiver schedules, location convenience, and short program duration.

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ANALYSIS

PURPOSE AND FRAMEWORK
The Program Lifecycle Analysis evaluates each program area based on actual performance trajectory, not intent.

Programs were classified into four lifecycle stages:

1. Growth – Demand increasing; capacity insufficient

2. Mature – Stable demand; performing as intended

3. Saturated – Under-performing but strategically relevant

4. Decline – Persistently under performing; misaligned with demand or space Table 3-6: PROGRAM LIFECYCLE MATRIX

PROGRAM AREA LIFECYCLE
STAGE

EVIDENCE FROM

ENROLLMENT
DATA
PRIMARY CONSTRAINT STRATEGIC DIRECTION
Adaptive Rec
(Thursday Club) Growth
Full enrollments,
recurring waitlist,
high non-resident
draw
Space + staffing
Expand frequency, add parallel
offerings, integrate into multiple
parks
Youth Soccer Growth
Consistently full
divisions, waitlist
across seasons
Field availability Expand fields, extend seasons,
optimize scheduling
Older Adult
Fitness Growth High fill rates, recurring waitlist Room availability Add sessions, repurpose underused indoor/outdoor spaces Older Adult
Dances & Events Mature Strong turnout, repeat attendance Event space Maintain variety; modest expansion
Excursions / Trips Mature Near-capacity trips
across age groups Staffing logistics Protect and selectively expand high-performing trips Summer Day
Camps Mature Core weeks at 90–100% capacity Staffing + facility Incremental expansion only Youth Flag
Football Mature
Healthy enrollment
with growth
headroom
Field scheduling Expand cautiously
SOPAS Dance Saturated
Multiple sections
with zero or nearzero enrollmentProgram model Consolidate, rebrand, reduce section count
T.E.E.N.S. Programs Saturated
Low enrollment
despite multiple
offerings
Format relevance Shift to fewer, higher-energy
events
Adult Tennis /
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LIFECYCLE INSIGHTS

1. THE SYSTEM’S BIGGEST ISSUES ARE NOT “TOO MANY PROGRAMS” — THEY ARE MISALIGNED PROGRAMS Most under performance occurs where program format does not match how residents want to participate, particularly for teens and structured dance.

2. HIGH-GROWTH PROGRAMS ARE SPACE-CONSTRAINED, NOT INTEREST-CONSTRAINED Youth sports, older adult wellness, and adaptive recreation are all limited by physical capacity, reinforcing the importance of capital investment alignment.

3. CONVERSION IS OFTEN MORE EFFECTIVE THAN EXPANSION
Converting underutilized programmed spaces into drop-in, flexible-use amenities increases utilization without increasing staffing costs.
81 3.6 SPACE VS PLACE ALIGNMENT AND CAPITAL

IMPLICATIONS

PURPOSE AND PLANNING LOGIC
The Space vs Place Alignment analysis evaluates whether the physical park and facility system (place) is appropriately configured to support observed and emerging program demand (space). Rather than starting with park conditions alone, this section begins with program pressure points identified in prior analyses and tests whether existing spaces are:
Located where demand exists
Configured to support how programs actually operate
Flexible enough to absorb growth without disproportionate operating costs This approach ensures capital recommendations respond to real service delivery needs, not abstract park typologies.

3.6.1. DEFINING “SPACE” VS
“PLACE” IN SANTA FE SPRINGS
Space refers to functional capacity: fields, courts,
rooms, loops, stages, and amenities required to
deliver programs.
Place refers to location and context: specific
parks, community centers, and corridors where
those spaces exist and how residents access
them.

Misalignment occurs when programs succeed despite
the physical system rather than because of it.
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PROGRAM
/ DEMAND
DRIVER

REQUIRED

SPACE TYPE

CURRENT

PLACE(S)
ALIGNMENT
LEVEL

OBSERVED ISSUE CAPITAL IMPLICATION
Adaptive Rec
(Thursday
Club)
Indoor multi-use
rooms + accessible
outdoor loops
Single
primary
facility
Poor
Regional demand
concentrated into
one location; waitlist
persist
Decentralize with multipark loop system and
additional indoor capacity
Youth Soccer Rectangular grass
fields
Limited
park
locations
Moderate
Demand exceeds field
supply; scheduling
compression
Add or expand multi-use
fields; consider lighting
Older Adult
Fitness
Flexible indoor
rooms + shaded
outdoor areas
Limited
rooms
Poor Classes fill quickly;
limited session growth
Add fitness rooms;
repurpose underused
spaces
Older Adult
Dances &
Events
Event-capable
indoor halls
Community
centers Good Space adequate but fully programmed
Maintain; modest upgrades
for accessibility
Excursions /
Trips
Staging +
transportation
access
Community
centers Good Not space-limited No major capital need
SOPAS Dance Specialized indoor
studios
Community
facilities Poor Space exists but demand does not
Consolidate locations; no
new capital
T.E.E.N.S.

Programs
Informal, social,
flexible spaces
Traditional
program
rooms
Poor Spaces too formal for
teen engagement
Reconfigure rooms for
flexible teen use
Pickleball Dedicated multicourt cluster
One
undersized
location
Poor Demand exceeds
inventory
Build multi-court pickleball
complex
Dog Park Fenced off-leash
area
None None Zero inventory despite
high demand Add first city dog park
Walking &
Wellness
Continuous loops,
shade, lighting
Fragmented
paths Poor Disconnected network
limits use
Build connected walking
loop system
Table 3-7: SPACE VS PLACE ALIGNMENT MATRIX

KEY SPACE VS PLACE FINDINGS

1. DEMAND IS CLUSTERING FASTER THAN THE SYSTEM CAN DISTRIBUTE IT High-performing programs (adaptive, youth sports, older adult wellness) are geographically concentrated, creating artificial scarcity even where total park acreage exists.

2. FLEXIBILITY MATTERS MORE THAN SPECIALIZATION
Programs with the strongest growth trajectories succeed in multi-purpose spaces, not single-use facilities.

Over-specialization increases capital cost without increasing participation.

3. SEVERAL LOW-PERFORMING PROGRAMS ARE NOT “SPACE PROBLEMS” SOPAS Dance and T.E.E.N.S. underperformance is driven by program design, not facility deficiency. Capital investment would not improve participation without redesign. 83 STRATEGIC CAPITAL DIRECTION
Rather than expanding facilities evenly across the system, the analysis supports a targeted capital strategy:
Invest where demand is proven and growing
Distribute capacity geographically to reduce pressure Favor flexible, multi-use spaces over single-purpose facilities Avoid capital investment in program areas requiring redesign first This ensures each dollar invested improves both participation outcomes and operational efficiency.

Table 3-8: CAPITAL IMPLICATIONS MATRIX

CAPITAL CATEGORY PRIMARY PROGRAMS

SUPPORTED SYSTEM NEED LEVEL RATIONALE
Walking Trails &
Connectivity
Adaptive Rec, Older Adult
Wellness Critical
High demand, poor access,
strong health equity
impact
Dog Park Multi-generational users High Zero inventory with clear expressed demand
Pickleball Courts Adults, Older Adults High Rapid growth sport; current supply inadequate
Field Expansion / Lighting Youth Soccer, Flag Football Moderate–High Field access constrains program growth
Park Amenity
Modernization All programs Critical Shade, lighting, seating directly affect usability Outdoor Fitness Pods Adults, Older Adults High High demand, low-cost capacity expansion
Event Space
Enhancements
Older Adult Events,
Community Events Moderate Supports already-strong programming Aquatics Modernization Learn-to-Swim, Preschool
Aquatics Moderate (Long-term) Not capacity-limited today but lifecycle-driven

PLANNING TAKEAWAY
The City’s strongest programs are signaling where
and how the system must evolve. Capital investments
that respond directly to these signals will:
Reduce waitlist without proportionally increasing
staffing
Improve equity by decentralizing high-demand
services
Extend the useful life of parks through flexible
design
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3.7 MAINTENANCE AGREEMENTS AND

OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY ANALYSIS

PURPOSE OF THE ANALYSIS
This section evaluates whether the City is receiving appropriate value (“bang for the buck”) from its contracted park and facility maintenance agreements when viewed against:
The size and complexity of the park system
The service level expectations placed on parks
The program intensity and public visibility of facilities The operational risks associated with deferred or under-scoped maintenance The intent is not simply to assess whether contracts are “cheap” or “expensive,” but whether they are strategically aligned, cost-effective, and sufficiently scoped to support the City’s service delivery goals.

MAINTENANCE DELIVERY MODEL

OVERVIEW
The City relies heavily on contracted services to
deliver core maintenance functions across the park
system, including:
Landscape maintenance
Custodial services
Tree maintenance
Street and parking lot sweeping
Water feature and pool feature maintenance
This hybrid model allows the City to:
Control long-term pension and benefit exposure
Scale services more flexibly
Access specialized expertise
However, it also places pressure on contract
scopes, performance standards, and coordination,
particularly as parks experience increasing use
intensity.
85 3.7.1. CONTRACTED MAINTENANCE PORTFOLIO SUMMARY
Table 3-9: MAINTENANCE AGREEMENTS MATRIX
CONTRACTOR SERVICE TYPE PRIMARY ASSETS COVERED SYSTEM ROLE Merchants Landscape Landscape
Maintenance
Parks, turf areas, general
grounds
Core systemwide maintenance
backbone
EE Building
Maintenance Custodial Services Community centers, restrooms, buildings Daily cleanliness and public
health
West Coast Arborists Tree Maintenance Citywide tree inventory Risk mitigation and canopy health
Nationwide Street
Sweeping Sweeping Services Park-adjacent streets, parking lots Safety, cleanliness, event
readiness
Payless Pool Water Feature
Maintenance
Fountains, ponds, splash
features
Specialized technical
maintenance

COST CONTEXT AND SCALE
Based on the City’s operating budget data, contracted maintenance represents approximately one-fifth of total departmental operating expenditures, with landscape and custodial services comprising the largest share.

3.7.2. CONTRACT PERFORMANCE AND VALUE ASSESSMENT
Table 3-10: MAINTENANCE CONTRACT VALUE MATRIX

SERVICE AREA VALUE

ASSESSMENT PERFORMANCE OBSERVATIONS BANG-FOR-BUCK RATING Landscape
Maintenance Moderate Adequate baseline care, but limited capacity for enhanced standards or reactive demands Fair Custodial Services Moderate–Good Core cleaning needs met; pressure during peak use and events Good
Tree Maintenance Good Proactive risk reduction and professional standards Good
Street & Parking
Sweeping Good Efficient, predictable service delivery Good Water Feature
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KEY FINDINGS BY SERVICE AREA

1. LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE: ADEQUATE

BUT CAPACITY-CONSTRAINED
The landscape maintenance contract provides
acceptable baseline coverage across the system,
but it is optimized for routine maintenance, not
enhanced standards.

Observed issues include:
Limited ability to respond to high-use periods
Minimal margin for weather-driven stress or
special events
Increasing wear in parks with high program density
Conclusion:

The City has recently expanded baseline landscape
service, especially at high-visibility and park-serving locations, but has not removed long-term pressure
altogether, which places pressure on park appearance
and user experience as demand increases.

2. CUSTODIAL SERVICES: STRONG VALUE WITH

PEAK-TIME PRESSURE
Custodial services are generally cost-effective and
well-aligned with facility use patterns. However:
Picnic areas, park restrooms, and centers serving
adaptive, senior, and youth programs experience
compressed cleaning windows
Event-heavy days push services beyond normal
assumptions
Conclusion:

Custodial contracts deliver good value, but
future program growth will require either scope
adjustments or supplemental service strategies.

3. TREE MAINTENANCE: STRONG RISK-REDUCTION
VALUE
Tree maintenance services are appropriately scoped
and provide:
Professional arborist oversight
Proactive trimming and hazard mitigation
Citywide consistency
Conclusion:

This is a high-value contract that effectively manages
liability and preserves long-term system health.

4. STREET AND PARKING LOT SWEEPING:

EFFICIENT AND PREDICTABLE
Sweeping services support:
Park access and safety
Event readiness
Overall system cleanliness
Conclusion:

The City is receiving solid value with minimal
operational risk.

5. WATER FEATURE MAINTENANCE:

INCREASING LIFECYCLE PRESSURE
Water features and splash elements are among the
most maintenance-intensive assets in the system.

Challenges include:
Aging mechanical components
Reactive repair cycles
High visibility of failures
Conclusion:

The contract is technically sound, but aging
infrastructure is driving inefficiency, signaling the
need for capital reinvestment rather than expanded
operating scope.
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FACTOR ASSESSMENT
Cost Control Reasonable and disciplined
Service Coverage Adequate but tight
Flexibility Limited under current scopes
Risk Management Strong for trees and safety
Scalability Weak without added cost
Alignment with Program Growth Increasingly strained (but has expanded services as of 2026)

3.7.3. SYSTEMWIDE OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY ASSESSMENT

CONCLUSION
The City is generally receiving reasonable value for its maintenance expenditures given:
The intensity of park use
The number of specialized assets
The reliance on contracted delivery
However, the system is operating close to its efficiency ceiling. Contracts are:
Not overfunded
Not inefficiently structured
But insufficiently flexible to absorb continued growth without service degradation

STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONS FOR CAPITAL AND OPERATIONS
This analysis supports several planning conclusions:

1. Capital investment can reduce operating pressure - New shade, modern surfaces, and simplified landscapes reduce maintenance intensity.

2. Not all service gaps should be solved with more contracts - Some challenges are design-driven, not staffing-driven.

3. Future CIP decisions must consider lifecycle cost, not just construction cost - Especially for water features, fields, and high-use amenities.

PLANNING TAKEAWAY
The City is managing its maintenance portfolio responsibly and efficiently, but rising program demand and aging infrastructure mean the current model is not infinitely scalable. Strategic capital reinvestment, not wholesale contract expansion, is the most cost-effective path forward. 88 PROGRAMS AND OPERATIONS ASSESSMENT

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3.8 PER CAPITA

SPENDING AND

OPERATING

ALLOCATION ANALYSIS

3.8.1. PURPOSE AND CONTEXT
This section evaluates the City’s parks and recreation
operating investment in FY 2025–26 and places it
in national context. The objective is not simply to
report expenditure totals, but to understand:
How much the City is investing per resident
How funds are allocated between recreation
services and maintenance
How local spending compares to NRPA national
medians
What the variance means from a strategic
standpoint
Per capita spending is a useful metric only when
interpreted within service intensity, program
demand, and departmental structure.

3.8.2. TOTAL PARKS SYSTEM

OPERATING INVESTMENT
The adopted FY 2025–26 operating budget identifies
the following expenditures:

Parks & Recreation Services (Programming and
Service Delivery): $8,100,265
Park Maintenance (Public Works – Municipal
Services Division)
Park Maintenance (Combined): $2,083,400
Park Maintenance – Ball Fields: $483,000
Park Maintenance – Little Lake Park: $413,900
2026 appropriation: $106,211
Total Park Maintenance: $3,086,511
Total Parks System Operating Budget: $11,186,776
Using the City’s population of approximately 19,000
residents:

Total Operating Investment Per Capita: $583 per
resident
COST CENTER / FUNCTION FY 2025–26 OPERATING

BUDGET NOTES / SOURCE BASIS
Parks & Recreation Services (Dept.
10106110) $8,100,265 Department operating total
Park Maintenance (Combined) $2,083,400 Public Works – Municipal Services
Park Maintenance – Ball Fields $483,000 Parks and Recreation – Ballfield Crew
Park Maintenance – Little Lake Park $413,900 Public Works – Municipal Services
Total Park Maintenance $3,086,511 Sum of park maintenance activities
Total Parks System Operating $11,186,776 Recreation services + maintenance
Table 3-12: PARKS SYSTEM OPERATING EXPENDITURES (FY 2025–26) 89 Recreation-to-Maintenance Ratio: 2.7 to 1
Interpretation: The City operates a recreation-intensive model. A majority of investment is directed toward staffing, programming, and direct service delivery rather than passive park care alone.

3.8.3. NRPA BENCHMARK COMPARISON
NRPA’s 2025 Agency Performance Review reports the following national context (operating expenditures per capita):
Median (all agencies): approximately $103
Median (jurisdictions under 20,000 population): approximately $140 Upper quartile (jurisdictions under 20,000 population): approximately $284 CATEGORY TOTAL FY 2025–26 PER CAPITA (POP.
~19,000) SHARE OF TOTAL
Recreation Services $8,100,265 $426 73%
Maintenance $3,086,511 $157 27%
Total Operating $11,186,776 $583 100%
Table 3-13: PER CAPITA SPENDING (RECREATION VS. MAINTENANCE)

BENCHMARK POINT OPERATING SPEND PER
CAPITA
NRPA Median (All Agencies) ~$103
NRPA Median (<20,000 population) ~$140
NRPA Upper Quartile (<20,000 population) ~$284
SANTA FE SPRINGS (FY 2025–26) $583
Table 3-14: PER CAPITA OPERATING SPEND (SANTA FE SPRINGS VS NRPA)

INTERPRETATION
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PLANNING TAKEAWAY
Santa Fe Springs’ parks and recreation system operates at a per capita investment level significantly above NRPA medians. This reflects high program density, strong regional draw, and consolidated departmental reporting.

The key planning question is not whether spending is above average, but whether the system is producing a level of service, participation, and community benefit that is proportionate to that investment.

DRIVER WHAT IT MEANS PLANNING IMPLICATION
Departmental
reporting structure
More costs are consolidated under
Parks & Recreation Services than in
many jurisdictions
Comparisons to NRPA should be framed
as “budget-structure adjusted,” not
purely performance-based
High program
intensity
High-demand programs require more
staffing, longer operating hours, and
more custodial/field cycles
High cost may be consistent with high
output and utilization
Regional
participation
Non-resident users benefit from
services but are not counted in the
resident per-capita denominator
Consider a “user-based” metric
alongside per-capita spending
Table 3-15: BENCHMARK GAP INTERPRETATION (WHAT DRIVES THE VARIANCE) 91 4.1 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT OVERVIEW

4.1.1. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

STRATEGY
The outreach methods used to engage community
members were:
Project branding
Project website
Social media
Statistically-valid survey
Three community workshops
Four pop-up events
Four focus group meetings with key stakeholders
Ensuring that an inclusive community engagement
process is conducted was a critical step in the
planning process. The process allowed the team to
make informed recommendations about the future
of Santa Fe Springs parks, community services,
and recreation system. The project team took part
in a series of events and collected feedback to
help prioritize areas of improvement. These events
included workshops, focus group meetings, pop-up
events at existing community events, a statistically
valid survey, and a project website. Events were
planned intentionally to ensure community
engagement was implemented effectively. The
events created opportunities for the community
to provide feedback throughout all stages of the
planning process, from the analysis of the existing
conditions to the recommendations. Everyone who
lives, works, or plays within the City was an essential collaborator in the development of this Plan.
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ENGAGEMENT
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SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Workshop #3: Final
Workshop
March 25th, 2026
Project Fieldwork
May 27, 2025
Pop-up #4: Holiday
Tree Lighting
December 6, 2025
Project Kickoff
April 10, 2025
Survey Opened
July 2025
Pop-Up #3: Halloween
Carnival
October 25, 2025
Figure 4-1: COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT TIMELINE
Workshop #2:

Presidents Day
Event
Pop-up #1: National
Night Out
August 1, 2025 Survey Closed
September 2025
Pop-Up #2: Movie in
the Park
Workshop #1 August 23, 2025
September 9, 2025
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As a part of ensuring an inclusive community
engagement process, several tools were used to
encourage the participation of community members.

These tools included social media announcements,
posted flyers, distinct project branding, and a project website. All the aforementioned tools were provided
both in English and Spanish.

Figure 4-2: COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT BY THE NUMBERS
3 COMMUNITY

WORKSHOPS
4 POP-UPS
471

SURVEYS COMPLETED
4 FOCUS GROUPS

FACILITATED

POP-UP EVENT
FRIDAY, AUGUST 1, 2025
5:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M.

LOS NIETOS PARK
11143 CHARLESWORTH RD
PART OF THE EVENT!

NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
Favorite

AMENITY

LEARN MORE BY VISITING

THE PROJECT WEBSITE
For more information contact: [email protected] Join us for this family-friendly event where you can provide us with comments that can help shape the future parks, recreation and community services in Santa Fe Springs!

REGISTRATION
NO
NEEDED
FREE FOOD & PRIZES!
Calling All Teens!
Monday, September 8, 2025
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Town Center Hall Teen Lounge
11740 Telegraph Road, SFS, CA 90670
Join us for an All Teens Stakeholder Meeting
to provide us with your feedback to help
shape the future of Parks, Recreation, and
Community Services in Santa Fe Springs!
For more information contact: [email protected] Project website Outreach flyer examples

COMMUNITY MEMBERS ENGAGED

THROUGH POP-UPS AND WORKSHOPS
550
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4.2 POP-UP EVENTS

AND COMMUNITY

WORKSHOPS
Four pop-up events and two community workshops
were two key engagement strategies used
throughout the various phases of the project. Popup events for this Plan were hosted at established community events, often well attended to reach
as many community members as possible. All popup events were conducted in a similar format, with a modular kiosk displaying interactive activities
to gather general feedback, desired amenities,
preferred Clarke Estate renovation concepts, and
favorite memories in city parks. Two community
workshops took place to introduce the project and
gather community priorities as well as during the
recommendations phase. Community workshops
were held in an indoor setting, Town Center Hall,
which created a welcoming environment with
refreshments for a more in-depth discussion with
the community.

4.2.1. POP-UP #1: NATIONAL NIGHT

OUT/SUMMER CONCERT
Date: August 1, 2025
Time: 5pm-9pm
Location: Los Nietos Park
The project team hosted a booth with informative
exhibits on a modular kiosk, interactive activities,
giveaways, two Clarke Estate concepts, and a
drawing activity.

Key Takeaways:
Community desire for safe and accessible walking
trails and pathways, and enhanced pedestrian safety.
Preference for Concept 1 for the Clarke Estate
renovation.
Priority amenities are splash pads, walking and
interpretive trails, and dog parks.
Need for an amphitheater and more Hispanic
cultural events and programming.

Pop-up #1: National Night Out/Summer Concert
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Date: August 23, 2025
Time: 6pm-9pm
Location: Los Nietos Park
The project team hosted a booth alongside Parks
and Recreation staff. Similar to the first pop-up
event, informative exhibits, interactive activities,
the Clarke Estate concepts, a drawing activity, and
giveaways were utilized as engagement tools to
gather community feedback.

Key Takeaways:
Preference for Concept 2 for the Clarke Estate
renovation because of the greater number of
parking spaces. A concern, however, was expressed
regarding the possibility of other neighboring
communities using the facility if enhanced.
Priority amenities are splash pads, skate parks,
dog parks/dog runs, a rentable event space, and
basketball courts.

4.2.3. WORKSHOP #1: EXISTING

CONDITIONS & COMMUNITY

PRIORITIES
Date: September 9, 2025
Time: 6pm-8pm
Location: Town Center Hall
The first workshop was held at Town Center Hall where
snacks and refreshments were provided, along with a
giveaway for those who attended. The project team
conducted a presentation for community members
to learn about the project as well as to learn what has been completed in the planning process. Informative
and interactive exhibits were displayed, such as an
amenity voting exercise, the Clarke Estate concepts,
a recreation programming ideas board, a kids station,
and park maps for attendees to place a sticker on areas within parks of most importance to them.

Key Takeaways:
More programming opportunities for toddlers
and for younger children in general.
Preference for Concept 1 for the Clarke Estate
renovation. Desired opportunities include a space
for small family parties and events.
Top amenity priorities are splash pads, walking
trails/interpretive trails, dog parks/dog runs, an
amphitheater, updated play areas, rentable event
space, tennis courts, and pickleball courts.
From the park maps exercise, Lake Center Athletic
Park, Civic Center/Clarke Estate, and Lakeview
Park were of most interest to attendees.

Pop-up #2: Movie Night
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4.2.4. POP-UP #3: HALLOWEEN

CARNIVAL
Date: October 25, 2025
Time: 4pm-7pm
Location: Los Nietos Park
Following the same format as the previous popup events, a booth was set up by the project team with informative exhibits on a modular kiosk and
interactive activities. One of the exhibits included
an overview and summary of the results of the
statistically-valid survey. The same survey was also
made available on the project website. Over 100
community members interacted with the activities
Key Takeaways:
Preference for Concept 1 for the Clarke Estate
renovation. However, concerns were raised about
the proximity of the planned amphitheater to the
library.
Top amenities included splash pads, playgrounds,
and walking trails/interpretive trails.
Many community members interacted with the
activities and/or drew or wrote their favorite
memory in a park. The majority included the use
of playgrounds, people playing in open grass areas,
basketball courts, and baseball or softball fields.

4.2.5. POP-UP #4: TREE LIGHTING

CEREMONY
Date: December 6, 2025
Time: 4pm-7pm
Location: Town Center Plaza
The Tree Lighting Ceremony, held at Town Center
Hall, was a highly anticipated community event. It
attracted the community by offering snow sledding,
crafts, live performances, and photos with Santa.

The event was the final pop-up hosted for the project
before the development of recommendations.

Exhibits for the event included an amenity voting
exercise and a drawing activity for participants
to share their favorite memory in a park. Over 150
community members interacted with activities at
this event.

Key Takeaways:
Top amenities included splash pads, walking
trails/interpretive trails, and dog parks/dog runs.
Over 25 community members drew or wrote their
favorite memory in a park with a majority including
the use of playgrounds, swings, and slides.

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RECOMMENDATIONS
Date: February 16, 2026
Time: 1pm-4pm
Location: Activity Center at Los Nietos Park
The second workshop was held during the City’s
Presidents Day event at the Activity Center at Los
Nietos Park. The goal of this workshop was to get
community feedback on the draft recommendations.

By hosting the second workshop at a well-attended
community event, the team was able to gather
472 total votes from residents on park-specific
recommendations. The team presented the parkspecific recommendations for each park, these recommendations include park-wide improvements
and options for new amenities. The goal of this
activity was aimed to help the project team prioritize
park improvements for the CIP.

Key Takeaways:
Los Nietos Park received them most votes
overall,followed like Little Lake Park, and Santa Fe
Springs Park.
Many community members favored the
recommendations for walking loops at multiple
parks, the addition of a dog park at Santa Fe
Springs Park and the River Parcel Future Park, and
updating several park restroom facilities.

4.2.7. WORKSHOP #3: DRAFT

RECOMMENDATION
Date: March 25, 2026
Time: 6pm-8pm
Location: Town Center Hall
The third and final workshop was held at the Town
Center Social Hall in March 2026. At this workshop,
the team presented the draft recommendations for
park-specific recommendations, citywide initiatives,
and the operations action plan, as well as a recap of
the existing conditions and community outreach.

The final Clarke Estate Site Plan and 3D renderings
were also presented for feedback.

Key Takeaways:
Overall, participants were happy with the
project recommendations with many praising
incorporation of community input.
Expanded sports facilities were still requested
including adding pickleball, jogging tracks, and
tennis lessons.
Safety and accessibility were noted several times
with residents requesting additional ADA parking
at parks and full walking loops.
Residents like the location of the community
garden.

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4.3 STAKEHOLDER

FOCUS GROUP

MEETINGS
Stakeholder focus group meetings were an
integral part of the planning process. Focus group
meetings differ from pop-up events and community
workshops in that they are composed of a group or
organization with a specific interests. Whereas popup events and workshops, engage the community at large. Parks, community services, and recreation are
for everyone, and in order to reach various groups
with diverse perspectives, a range of target groups
were identified. Target groups included the youth,
seniors, sports groups, and parks and recreation
staff. Each meeting consisted of a project overview
presentation, followed by a group discussion and
interactive activities.

4.3.1. STAKEHOLDER GROUP #1:

TEEN GROUP
Date: September 8, 2025
Location: Town Center Hall
The Teen Group Workshop was hosted at Town
Center Hall on September 8th, 2025. Teens were
invited from the local high school, sports groups,
and clubs to provide feedback on the future of City
Parks and Recreation. The event had a large turnout,
and very productive conversations among students
were had. Informative and interactive exhibits were
displayed, such as an amenity voting exercise, the
Clarke Estate concepts, strengths and opportunities
board, a recreation programming ideas board,
and park maps for attendees to place a sticker on
areas within parks and amenities that were most
important to them.

Key Takeaways:
Top amenities included splash pads, pickleball
courts, and outdoor fitness areas/trails in third.
Santa Fe Springs Athletic Park received the most
interest, and the need for better soccer fields and
better lawn maintenance.
Identified strengths included movie nights,
event accessibility, and the City staff’s ability to
get people involved in events. Opportunity areas
shared were the desire for more running races,
opportunities for playing outside, and baseball
fields.
Participants would like to see more teen-friendly
events like glow in the dark concerts at parks,
desire for more playground areas, and enhanced
track at Lake Center Athletic Park.

Stakeholder Group #1: Teen Group
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#2: SENIOR AND PARKS AND

RECREATION ADVISORY

COMMITTEE
Date: September 17, 2025
Location: Town Center Hall
The Seniors and Parks and Recreation Advisory
Committee stakeholder group meeting was hosted
at Town Center Hall on September 17th, 2025.

Participants were invited from senior programs
and the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
to give feedback about the future of City Parks and
Recreation. The project team gave a presentation
and had an open discussion about current issues
and future needs of parks and recreation in the
City. Participants were also invited to participate in
interactive activities, allowing the project team to
have one-on-one conversations to better listen and
understand community needs.

Key Takeaways:
Top amenities included pickleball courts, dog
parks/dog runs, skate parks, splash pads, walking
trails/interpretive trails, updated play areas,
group picnic areas, and an amphitheater.
Participants preferred Concept 2 for the Clarke
Estate renovation.
Los Nietos Park and Santa Fe Springs Park received
the most interest. Areas of importance for Los
Nietos Park include the tennis courts, open areas,
activity center, and baseball/soccer fields. Areas
of interest for Santa Fe Springs Park include the
playground, picnic shelter, and open space.
General comments themes included the desire for
increased accessibility, more active programming,
and new facilities such as dog parks and skate parks.

4.3.3. STAKEHOLDER GROUP #3:

PARKS AND RECREATION STAFF
Date: October 21, 2025
Location: Virtual
The Park and Recreation Staff virtual meeting
was held online via Zoom on October 21st, 2025.

Attendees were program coordinators, admin
staff, part-time staff, and maintenance staff. The
team gave a quick presentation and then had an
open discussion led by questions the project team
prepared.

Key Takeaways:
Need for new or updated snack bar, replacement
of stands, and shade at Little Lake Park. Desire for
more evening classes and accessibility of parks
for people with disabilities were identified.
Desire for indoor gym classes for children.
Strengths include park cleanliness. An
opportunity area shared was more disability
friendly equipment for children.
The following are the programming ideas shared
by City staff:
Youth: Arts and craft classes, yoga for kids,
computer lab, gardening, and game night
Teens: Gaming events
Adults: Pickleball and crafts
Older Adult Programs: Pickleball, computer
lab for seniors, social media classes, later
dances for adults, and crafts.
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4.3.4. STAKEHOLDER GROUP #4:

SPORTS GROUP
Date: October 22, 2025
Location: Virtual
The Sports Groups virtual meeting was held online
via Zoom on October 22nd, 2025. Attendees
consisted of City sports program coordinators, local
soccer league coaches, school principals, local Little
League coaches, and football league representatives.

A brief presentation was provided which then
led a productive open discussion structured with
questions that the project team prepared.

Key Takeaways:
Upgrades to sport facility lighting
Dedicated soccer facilities for the growing soccer
programs
Additional storage space needed for sports
equipment. Suggestion to convert unused snack
shacks into storage rooms.
Desire for City use of the hockey rink at Santa Fe
High School for city events and programs
Desire for additional girls sports programs such
as flag football and softball, sports programs
should be offered for both girls and boys
Desire to improve the community garden by
adding educational learning opportunities and
upgrading walking paths and garden beds.

Stakeholder Group #2: Senior and Parks and Recreation
Advisory Committee
Stakeholder Group #1: Teen Group
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4.4 COMMUNITY SURVEY
The statistically-valid community survey provided an opportunity for residents and other park users to provide feedback on City parks and recreation facilities, amenities, programs, and more. The survey was designed so the project team could easily draw conclusions in order to develop recommendations that reflect the needs of the entire Santa Fe Springs community. The survey was available in English and Spanish from July 2025 to August 2025.

STATISTICALLY-VALID SAMPLE:

A statistically valid random sample of households within the City of Santa Fe Springs was invited to participate using numbered survey invitations and password-protected online access. This approach ensures validity by allowing only one response per household and limiting responses to households within city boundaries.
Following data collection, statistical weighting procedures are applied to correct for nonresponse bias and to align the sample with key demographic characteristics of the city’s population. This sample is statistically generalizable to resident households in the City.

OPEN-LINK SAMPLE:

An open-access, online survey was also made available to individuals not included in the random sample, including both city residents and non-resident users of City parks and recreation services. Participation in this survey was self-selected, and as such, the Open sample is not statistically valid or representative of the broader population. Instead, it provides valuable insights from engaged community members, many of whom express gratitude, raise specific concerns, or advocate for special interests. The Open-link survey was designed to provide all interested users outside the Invite sample an opportunity to share their perspectives while preserving the integrity of the statistically valid Invite sample. The Open-link sample is not generalizable to City resident households. 2,500
Surveys Mailed
471
Surveys Completed
375
Statistically Valid
Responses Received
96 Open-Link Responses
Received
The City had a successful response rate the community survey. Typically, mailed surveys do not get a high response rate, but the City was able to promote the survey through social media, flyer’s, mailers, and getting the word out and got a strong return rate.
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4.4.1. COMMUNITY SURVEY KEY FINDINGS
The survey results reflect a diverse and engaged community who are highly satisfied by the offerings and services provided by the City, despite some room for improvement.

Respondents to the Invite sample include a mix of long- and short-term residents, with 39% living in the City for over 20 years and 38% who have lived in the community for 10 years or less. Most respondents, from both samples, are familiar with parks, facilities, and recreation programs, and services offered, including 60% of the Invite sample and 75% of the Open sample who responded “very familiar”.

Overall, the quality of parks,
facilities, programs, events,
and services are highly
rated by both samples.

Heritage, Los Nietos,
and Little Lake Parks are
frequently used by large
shares of both samples.

Trails and pathways are high priorities
with room for improvement, falling
short of the average ratings for
meeting community needs given their
high importance, making them ideal
targets for future enhancements.

Respondents feel Santa Fe Springs is
very effective at reaching residents with
information about parks and recreation, with
higher ratings than most communities—
approximately 70% of respondents in both
samples rated communication as “very
effective” and very few who rated the City as
ineffective.

Residents highly value all of Santa Fe
Springs’ facilities and amenities and feel
the City is effectively meeting the needs
of the community.

No categories received an average rating
of less than 3 on the 5-point scales for
importance or meeting community need.

Parks and open space/natural areas are
top-performing essentials for Santa Fe
Springs residents, reflecting a broad appeal.

Continued investment in maintenance will
help preserve satisfaction.

Parks and open space/natural areas are top-performing essentials for Santa Fe Springs residents, reflecting a broad appeal. Continued investment in maintenance will help preserve satisfaction. Outdoor and indoor athletic courts and the community garden fall slightly below average in both importance and performance and may be considered niche amenities that may serve a more limited audience. 103

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Figure 4-3: SUMMARY OF MOST DESIRED AMENITIES
210
votes
Splash Pads 132
votes
Walking/Interpretive Trails
107
votes Updated Play Areas 98 votes
Dog Parks/Dog Runs
Additional votes on desired amenities:
Amphitheater
Multi-purpose Fields
Outdoor Fitness Areas/Trails
Pickleball Courts
Rentable Event Space
Skate Park
Basketball Courts
Group Picnic Areas
Tennis Courts
Additional amenities identified by community
members during outreach events included volleyball,
baseball fields, fitness equipment, shaded play area,
universal play structure, basketball courts - child
size, skate park, handball courts, shade, and swings.
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RECOMMENDATIONS

5.1 5.2

5.3 5.4

PLAN INITIATIVES
Identifies four overarching Plan initiatives with key objectives and actions items for the City to achieve.

PARK-SPECIFIC RECOMMENDATIONS
Identifies several new amenity options for the City to consider. Identifies park-wide improvements.
Utilized to develop the CIP List.

CITYWIDE CAPITAL RECOMMENDATIONS
Identifies large-scale citywide infrastructure projects. In combination with the park-specific recommendations, make up the Park CIP list found in Appendix C.

OPERATIONS ACTION PLAN
Identifies operational, programmatic, and financial recommendations to improve the overall operations of the Parks and Recreation Department to better serve community members.
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5.1 PLAN INITIATIVES

5.1.1. WHAT ARE PLAN INITIATIVES?
These four Initiatives are intended to provide the City different overarching themes for making improvements to the parks and recreation system in Santa Fe Springs. Each initiative has a number of associated objectives and actions to help achieve these goals.

INITIATIVE 1:

IMPROVED PUBLIC
SPACES
INITIATIVE 2:

INCLUSIVE ACCESS
INITIATIVE 3:

COMMUNITY
PRIDE
INITIATIVE 4:

PROGRAM

SUCCESS
INITIATIVES:

Initiatives represent an
overarching topic related to the
park and recreation master plan
goals.

OBJECTIVES:

Objectives provide direction to
help create the positive change
the City envisions.

ACTIONS:

Actions are well-defines steps
needed to achieve objectives.
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5.1.2. INITIATIVE 1:

IMPROVED

PUBLIC SPACES
OBJECTIVE 1: REINVEST IN COMMUNITY

FACILITIES
Action 1.1: Move concept plans forward for renovations
for Santa Fe Springs Athletic Park, Aquatic Center,
and Lake Center Athletic Park by seeking funding for
construction documents and construction.

Action 1.2: Expand and update the Clarke Estate by
seeking funds to continue construction documents
and construction.
Ensure amenities in the concept design are included
such as an amphitheater, expanded event spaces,
and indoor workspaces.
Ensure updates to the existing facility maintain the
historic character of the site while also modernizing
the facility to better serve the needs of the
community and generate additional revenue for the
park system.

Action 1.3: Construct the new park at the River Parcel
by seeking funds for construction.

Action 1.4: Expand the Activity Center at Los Nietos
Park to increase programming capacity.

Action 1.5: Reestablish JUA with Santa Fe High School
to allow use of hockey rink area and fields.

Action 1.6: Explore the feasibility of adding a skate
park to an existing park or new facility.

Action 1.7: Ensure adequate storage space for parks
and recreation consideration at future city facilities.

OBJECTIVE 2: ENHANCE SPORTS AND

ATHLETIC FACILITIES
Action 2.1: Centralize diamond field sports to Lake
Center Athletic Park and Santa Fe Springs Athletic Park.

Action 2.2: Centralize field sports to Los Nietos Park
by developing multi-use athletic fields for soccer
and football.

Action 2.3: Renovate sports fields with updated
lighting, irrigation, turf, fencing, and bleachers to
support community use and gameday play.

Action 2.4: Explore the feasibility of developing a multiuse sport court complex to accommodate a variety of athletic activities such as tennis, pickleball, and
basketball.

OBJECTIVE 3: IMPROVE EXISTING PARKS

AND FACILITIES
Action 3.1: Develop a design standards manual to
ensure consistent design practices throughout all
parks (i.e. sign standards).

Action 3.2: Upgrade picnic areas with new shade
structures, tables, lighting, trash cans, and barbecues.

Upgrade to larger barbecues to accommodate a variety
of cultural events.

Action 3.3: Replace and upgrade aging park furnishings
like benches, trash cans, barbecues, trashcans, light
poles, etc.
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appropriate.

Action 3.5: Improve general park beautification
through enhanced low-maintenance landscaping,
planting of shade trees, and aesthetic enhancements.

Action 3.6: Update parkettes with modernized play
structures, picnic tables, shade, and add outdoor
fitness equipment to better meet the neighborhood
park needs for all ages.

Action 3.7: Evaluate the long term future of the
Community Garden and its role within the City’s overall parks and recreation system. Consider opportunities
to enhance, expand, relocate, or otherwise modify the
program based on community needs, participation
levels, and broader priorities.

OBJECTIVE 4: PRESERVE AND ENHANCE

NATURAL AND CULTURAL RESOURCES

THROUGH EDUCATION AND

STEWARDSHIP
Action 4.1: Increase education and awareness of
local history by leveraging interpretive resources and
programming at Heritage Park.

Action 4.2: Expand education around food systems
and sustainability through hands-on learning
opportunities at the City’s community garden.

Action 4.3: Maintain historical and cultural sites,
structures, and displays.

Action 4.4: Implement drought tolerant landscape at
parks and facilities, where feasible.
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5.1.3. INITIATIVE 2:

INCLUSIVE
ACCESS
OBJECTIVE 1: ENHANCE SAFETY AND

COMFORT AT PARKS AND FACILITIES
Action 1.1: Consider developing a smart gate systems
tied to scheduling and emergency overrides and
include license plate recognition or smart access
control for gated facilities.

Action 1.2: Ensure parks have adequate lighting to
maintain comfort and safety at night.

Action 1.3: Implement the concepts of crime prevention
through environmental design (CPTED) at parks and
recreation facilities when renovating or developing
new parks. Ensure to include these concepts when
creating a park design standards manual.
Provide a visual connection between all areas of
the park to allow for full visibility by park users
and keep unwanted behavior under observation.
(Natural Surveillance)
Use design elements such as sidewalks, hardscapes,
lighting, and low fencing to help distinguish
different areas of the park to discourage unwanted
use. (Territorial Reinforcement)
Use landscape elements to physically limit access
and agress points and guide users to a specific
direction within the park.

Action 1.4: Implement projects and programs from the
Active Transportation Plan to increase access to City
parks and throughout the community.

OBJECTIVE 2: ENHANCE WALKING AND

BIKING ACCESS TO PARKS
Action 2.1: Develop a citywide Trails Master Plan
to explore the feasibility of developing urban trails
and improved walking routes for residents to better
connect the community to park, provide linear
recreation opportunities, and enhance safety.

Action 2.2: Improve bike and pedestrian connections
along the San Gabriel River.

Action 2.3: Host guided bicycle rides or walks to
encourage active transportation to the San Gabriel
River Trail and City parks.

Action 2.4: Install ADA-accessible walking loops
within existing parks.

Action 2.5: Establish pedestrian-scale wayfinding
signage at popular routes to parks, libraries, recreation facilities, and other community facilities.
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INCLUSIVE, AND ENJOYABLE

ATMOSPHERE AT PARKS AND

RECREATION FACILITIES
Action 3.1: Ensure all parks are fully accessible in
accordance with the Americans with Disability Act
(ADA).

Action 3.2: Continue to use both English and Spanish
languages and easy-to-understand graphics on parks
and recreation signage.

Action 3.3: Enhance collaboration with neighboring
Parks and Recreation departments and non-profit
organizations to explore opportunities for sharing
resources to expand programs for individuals with
special needs (e.g. wheelchair basketball league).

Action 3.4: Explore the feasibility of expanding park
restrooms to include ADA-accessible and family-style
restrooms for caregivers to tend to individuals with
special needs.

Action 3.5: Evaluate existing special events with an
inclusivity and accessibility lens and make adjustments to enable individuals with special needs to attend with ease and comfort.

Action 3.6: Consider the development of an allinclusive, all-abilities playground at an existing park or future park.

OBJECTIVE 4: CONTINUE TO DISTRIBUTE

PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITIES SO
RESIDENTS LIVE WITHIN A 15-MINUTE

WALKING DISTANCE TO PARKS AND/OR

FACILITIES AS THE CITY GROWS
Action 4.1: Prioritize the addition of new parks and
recreation facilities in undeserved areas and in higherdensity areas that tend to have limited access to private outdoor spaces.
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5.1.4. INITIATIVE 3:

COMMUNITY
PRIDE
OBJECTIVE 1: CONTINUE TO MAINTAIN

PARKS AND FACILITIES AT THE HIGHEST

QUALITY STANDARD
Action 1.1: Engage residents in identifying maintenance and appearance issues that most affect perceptions of
quality and safety.

Action 1.2: Incorporate customer satisfaction tools
tied to facilities and programs.

Action 1.3: Enhance existing “GoSFS” mobile app
to make it more user friendly and capture additional
information such as user experience ratings.

OBJECTIVE 2: INCORPORATE NEW

PLACEMAKING INITIATIVES AT PARKS

AND FACILITIES
Action 2.1: Incorporate new City branding elements at
parks and facilities.

Action 2.2: Add smart park signage with QR codes for
maps, rules, reservations, and programming.

Action 2.3: Collaborate with local artists to incorporate public art into existing parks or other public spaces to enhance community identity.

Action 2.4: Identify priority parks and corridors for
visible improvements that reinforce community
identity.

Action 2.5: Consider renaming Santa Fe Springs
Athletic Fields to Jersey Fields.

Action 2.6: Consider renaming Clarke Estate to Clarke
Estate Park after renovations are complete.
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COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
Action 3.1: Identify and engage community-based
organizations that serve underrepresented populations
to co-create programs and events.

Action 3.2: Pilot partnership-led programming that
reflects the cultural, linguistic, and generational
diversity of Santa Fe Springs.

Action 3.3: Use parks and recreation spaces as platforms for partner-hosted community activities and outreach.

Action 3.4: Explore ways to reduce barriers for partner participation, such as simplified processes, shared
promotion, or flexible use of space.

Action 3.5: Highlight and celebrate partnerships through events, signage, and communications to reinforce
community pride and visibility.

Action 3.6: Reevaluate the shared-use agreement for
Little Lake Park and consider acquiring the City of
Norwalk’s interest to expand weekday programming
and use.

OBJECTIVE 4: FOSTER COMMUNITY

OWNERSHIP AND STEWARDSHIP OF

PARKS AND PROGRAMS
Action 4.1: Pilot small-scale, neighborhood-based
events that activate parks and open spaces.

Action 4.2: Align special events with existing
community traditions, cultural celebrations, and
seasonal activities.

Action 4.3: Collect feedback on which events and
experiences most contribute to a sense of belonging
and pride.

OBJECTIVE 5: USE COMMUNITY

FEEDBACK TO SHAPE PRIORITIES AND

INVESTMENTS
Action 5.1: Use interactive workshop exhibits to gather feedback on program priorities and park improvements.

Action 5.2: Share how public input influences
decisions to build trust and transparency.

Action 5.3: Explore simple, ongoing feedback tools
residents can use year-round.
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5.1.5. INITIATIVE 4:

PROGRAM

SUCCESS
OBJECTIVE 1: STRENGTHEN PROGRAM

QUALITY, RELEVANCE, AND

PARTICIPATION ACROSS ALL AGES
Action 1.1: Use participation trends and community
feedback to refine program offerings by age group
(youth, teens, adults, and seniors).

Action 1.2: Pilot flexible program formats (short-series, drop-in, seasonal pop-ups) to test demand before
long-term commitment.

Action 1.3: Explore partnerships with local schools,
nonprofits, and cultural organizations to expand
program reach and expertise.

OBJECTIVE 2: IMPROVE PROGRAM

ACCESS, AWARENESS, AND EASE OF

PARTICIPATION
Action 2.1: Improve how programs are marketed and
communicated, with clear descriptions, schedules,
and registration pathways.

Action 2.2: Explore program scheduling adjustments
to better align with family, work, and school schedules.

Action 2.3: Evaluate pricing and fee assistance strategies to ensure programs remain affordable and inclusive.

OBJECTIVE 3: ALIGN PROGRAMS

WITH AVAILABLE FACILITIES AND

COMMUNITY SPACES
Action 3.1: Review which programs are constrained by
space, layout, or amenities and identify opportunities
for relocation or redesign.

Action 3.2: Test multi-use and shared-use
programming in underutilized parks or facilities.

Action 3.3: Use community input to identify where
new or enhanced spaces could unlock additional
program opportunities.
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5.2 PARK-SPECIFIC RECOMMENDATIONS
Improving existing parks is one of the top priorities of this plan. Through summarizing and identifying key priorities through analysis, community engagement, staff needs, and best practices, this section identifies recommendations for each existing park and recreation facilities.

Top community priority; received
more than 5 votes at Workshop #2
City staff priority
Workshop #2

5.2.1. PARK OPPORTUNITY AREAS
Opportunity areas are underutilized areas within a park that may be suitable for new park amenities. Amenities were proposed in certain opportunity area locations for many reasons, including in some cases, the availability of square footage in the area.

Recommended park amenities were presented to the community at a number of community outreach events.

For the draft recommendations displayed at Workshop #2, participants were given round stickers and star stickers. Round stickers represented 1 vote and start stickers represented 3 votes, or, a ‘Priority Vote’. The total regular votes and total priority votes were counted and calculated to determine the total weight of the votes for that amenity. Amenities that received a total of 5 or more votes were noted as a ‘higher community priority’, and are indicated in the following tables by an orange star. City staff recommendations, shared throughout the recommendation development process, are indicated in the following tables by a blue star. 115
Table 5-1: LOS NIETOS PARK RECOMMENDED AMENITIES

AMENITY TYPICAL SF RECOMMENDED

LOCATION

COMMUNITY

FEEDBACK
Develop artificial turf soccer fields at existing diamond fields 30,000-95,000 3 Expand the existing playground with a larger playground 4,000-5,000 Replace existing Expand the center where existing handball courts are located Varies 1 Redesign handball and horseshoe area to include pickleball 1,800 1 Replace existing wading pool with splashpad 800-4,000 2 Expanding play area where existing wading pool is located 4,000 2 Update existing restrooms n/a Replace existing
Consider adding mini-pitch soccer 4,000-8,000 1, 3
Eliminate storage facility west of existing handball courts n/a Replace existing

PARK-WIDE IMPROVEMENTS TYPICAL SF RECOMMENDED

LOCATION

COMMUNITY

FEEDBACK
Develop a full walking loop Varies Park perimeter
Create outdoor fitness trail along a walking loop 500-2,000 Park perimeter Add additional pedestrian-scale lighting n/a Throughout Upgrade field lighting n/a Update existing
Develop fencing to enhance security and adhere to CPTED n/a Throughout

5.2.2. LOS NIETOS PARK Existing Conditions: Los Nietos
Park is an 11.0-acre community park
located near Charlesworth Road
and Millergrove Drive. Existing
amenities include a playground,
baseball/softball fields, basketball
courts, handball courts, a wading
pool, picnic areas, horseshoe pits,
restrooms, a fitness course, and
volleyball courts. The Activity
Center is also located at this park,
an indoor recreation facility with a
gymnasium and a weight room.

Planned Improvements: N/A
Activity Center Improvements:
Expand the boxing area and
weight room
Add an additional office space,
conference room, employee
breakroom with a sink, and
window shades
Enhance storage areas within
the Center
Add new wood flooring in the
gymnasium
Recommended recreation amenities for underutilized park space:

Expand play
area
Redesign
to include
pickleball
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5.2.3. SANTA FE SPRINGS PARK Existing Conditions: Santa Fe Springs Park is a 10.80-acre
neighborhood park located near
Davenrich Street and Cedardale
Drive. Existing amenities include
multi-purpose fields, basketball
courts, a playground, handball/
racquetball, picnic areas,
restrooms, and a wading pool.

Planned Improvements: N/A
Recommended recreation amenities for underutilized park space:

Table 5-2: SANTA FE SPRINGS PARK RECOMMENDED AMENITIES

AMENITY TYPICAL SF RECOMMENDED

LOCATION

COMMUNITY

FEEDBACK
Add dog park or dog-friendly amenities 8,000-50,000 1, 2 Upgrade picnic areas 500-1,000 3, 4, 5
Remove existing wading pool 800,4,000 5
Add park games (ping-pong, cornhole, etc.) 300-600 4
Consider adding a skatepark 12,000-18,000 4
Add half-court basketball 6,300 3
Add sand volleyball courts 4,000 4
Add pickleball courts 1,800 3, 4
Create traffic garden for children 3,000-5,000 3, 4
Renovate handball courts n/a Update existing
Add frisbee golf Varies 1, 2, 4

PARK-WIDE IMPROVEMENTS TYPICAL SF RECOMMENDED

LOCATION

COMMUNITY

FEEDBACK
Develop full walking loop with fitness stations n/a Throughout Renovate landscaping to provide better visibility throughout the park n/a Throughout Upgrade the fence along the riverbed to be 6-8’ n/a Update existing Improve park security by adding surveillance cameras and security lighting n/a Throughout Upgrade irrigation with new smart system n/a Update existing Improve park entry signage n/a n/a
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5.2.4. SANTA FE SPRINGS ATHLETIC FIELDS Existing Conditions: Santa Fe Springs Athletic Park is a 7.0-
acre neighborhood park located
near Pioneer Boulevard and
Jersey Avenue. Existing amenities
include athletic fields (baseball/
softball fields and soccer fields),
a play area, a picnic area, and
restrooms.

Planned Improvements:
Change the name of Santa Fe
Springs Athletic Fields to “Jersey
Park” to avoid confusion with
other City Parks.

Recommended recreation amenities for underutilized park space:

Table 5-3: SANTA FE SPRINGS ATHLETIC FIELDS RECOMMENDED AMENITIES

AMENITY TYPICAL SF RECOMMENDED

LOCATION

COMMUNITY

FEEDBACK
Expand existing play area with an adventure playground 4,000-8,000 1 Expand existing play area with a tot-lot (playground for ages 2-5) 1,500-4,000 1 Replace existing play area with a new updated one 4,000-8,000 Replace existing Add a marquee sign 500 1

FIELD RENOVATIONS FROM CONCEPT PLAN COMMUNITY

FEEDBACK
Add two additional diamond fields
Add batting cages and/or baseball/softball and golf simulator facility Consider adding infield only practice fields
Renovate northern building to include expanded storage
Add warning tracks to two fields

PARK-WIDE IMPROVEMENTS TYPICAL SF RECOMMENDED

LOCATION

COMMUNITY

FEEDBACK
Update lighting throughout the park n/a Throughout
Add new smart irrigation system Varies Throughout
Add walking loop around the perimeter of the park with fitness stations 500-2,00 Throughout Future diamond
field
Future diamond
field
Future
batting
cages
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5.2.5. LITTLE LAKE PARK Existing Conditions: Little
Lake Park is a 19.80-acre
neighborhood park located near
Pioneer Boulevard and Lakeland
Road. Existing amenities include
athletic fields (baseball/softball),
basketball courts, a playground,
handball/racquetball, horseshoe
pits, lighted facilities, picnic areas
with BBQ grills, restrooms, tennis
courts, a wading pool, and an
indoor community center.

Planned Improvements: N/A
Recommended recreation amenities for underutilized park space:

Table 5-4: LITTLE LAKE PARK RECOMMENDED AMENITIES

AMENITY TYPICAL SF RECOMMENDED

LOCATION

COMMUNITY

FEEDBACK
Develop fields into a baseball/softball complex. Reorient fields to face outwards with a centrally-located concession building. 3 3 Expand wading pool features 4,000 4
Renovate and expand existing indoor facility 3,655 2, 3 Add field maintenance equipment storage facility 1,000 1 Re-configure existing picnic areas throughout the park so they are ADA-accessible and adhere to CPTED principles Varies Throughout Create “destination” park by renovating and expanding play area to include all-inclusive play features and adventure play features 8,000 Replace existing Modernize batting cages and convert to above ground structures and/or replace with a and/or baseball/softball and golf simulator facility
n/a Replace existing
Replace batting cages with mini-pitch soccer n/a Replace existing

PARK-WIDE IMPROVEMENTS TYPICAL SF RECOMMENDED

LOCATION

COMMUNITY

FEEDBACK
Fence off the entire park with a controlled gate access n/a Throughout Improve lighting in both parking lots and throughout the park n/a Replace existing Upgrade baseball/softball field lighting n/a Replace existing Add ADA-accessible pathways to picnic areas n/a Throughout Add a walking loop around the park perimeter with fitness stations Varies Throughout 119

5.2.6. LAKE CENTER ATHLETIC PARK Existing Conditions: Lake Center Athletic Park is a 16.20-acre
community park located near
E. Florence Avenue and Pioneer
Boulevard. Existing amenities
include baseball/softball fields, a
running/walking track, basketball
courts, playgrounds, and picnic
areas. The Betty Wilson Center
is also located at this park - a
community center for city
services and programs.

Planned Improvements: N/A
Recommended recreation amenities for underutilized park space:

Table 5-5: LAKE CENTER ATHLETIC PARK RECOMMENDED AMENITIES

AMENITY TYPICAL SF RECOMMENDED

LOCATION

COMMUNITY

FEEDBACK
Renovate park according to existing concept plan for new T-ball fields, walking loop, expanded parking, and other improvements n/a Throughout Work with school district to update/upgrade existing track to rubber-surface and add a synthetic turf field n/a Replace existing Expand the snack bar n/a Update existing
Add additional parking n/a Undetermined
Consider constructing new hitting facility and/or a baseball/ softball and golf simulator facility
n/a Undetermined
Update play area 4,000 Update existing

PARK-WIDE IMPROVEMENTS TYPICAL SF RECOMMENDED

LOCATION

COMMUNITY

FEEDBACK
Ensure all fields are ADA-accessible n/a Update existing Enhance security by adding surveillance cameras n/a Throughout Upgrade all park lighting (security, field, and track) n/a Update existing 120

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5.2.7. LAKEVIEW PARK Existing Conditions: Lakeview
Park is a 2.85-acre neighborhood
park located near Joslin Street
and Jersey Avenue. Existing
amenities include athletic fields,
basketball courts, a playground,
handball/racquetball, picnic areas
with BBQ grills, restrooms, and a
wading pool.

Planned Improvements: N/A
Recommended recreation amenities for underutilized park space:

Table 5-6: LAKEVIEW PARK RECOMMENDED AMENITIES

AMENITY TYPICAL SF RECOMMENDED

LOCATION

COMMUNITY

FEEDBACK
Expand play area to include swings 800 5
Remove existing wading pool 800-4,000 5
Renovate existing recreation building to include multi-purpose room Existing 3 Add designated off-street parking Varies 1, 2
Add ADA-accessible pathways to picnic areas Varies Throughout Renovate existing reservable picnic area n/a Replace existing

PARK-WIDE IMPROVEMENTS TYPICAL SF RECOMMENDED

LOCATION

COMMUNITY

FEEDBACK
Add full walking loop to park Varies Throughout
Renovate park to include water detention basin Varies Throughout Add free public Wi-Fi n/a Throughout
Include new sustainable design elements into the design of the park including EV charging stations, solar panels, and solarpowered lighting Varies Throughout
Add smart irrigation system n/a Throughout
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5.2.8. BRADWELL AVENUE PARKETTE Existing Conditions: Bradwell Avenue Parkette is a 0.23-acre
mini park/parkette located near
Bradwell Avenue and Terradell
Street. Existing amenities include
a playground, turf area, and
benches.

Planned Improvements: N/A
Recommended recreation amenities for underutilized park space:

Table 5-7: BRADWELL PARKETTE RECOMMENDED AMENITIES

AMENITY TYPICAL SF RECOMMENDED

LOCATION

COMMUNITY

FEEDBACK
Add ADA-accessible picnic tables 500 1
Add outdoor fitness stations 500 1
Add park games such as ping-pong tables and cornhole 500 1 Update play area 4,000-8,000 Replace existing
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5.2.9. DAVENRICH STREET PARKETTE Existing Conditions: Davenrich Street Parkette is a 0.11-acre
mini park/parkette located
near Davenrich Street. Existing
amenities include a playground
and benches.

Planned Improvements: N/A
Recommended recreation amenities for underutilized park space:

Table 5-8: DAVENRICH PARKETTE RECOMMENDED AMENITIES

AMENITY TYPICAL SF RECOMMENDED

LOCATION

COMMUNITY

FEEDBACK
Add ADA-accessible picnic tables 500 1, 2, 3
Add outdoor fitness stations 500 1, 2, 3
Update play area 4,000-8,000 Replace existing
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5.2.10. LONGWORTH AVENUE PARKETTE Existing Conditions: Longworth Avenue Parkette is a 0.16-acre
mini park/parkette located near
Longworth Avenue. Existing
amenities include a playground
and benches.

Planned Improvements: N/A
Recommended recreation amenities for underutilized park space:

Table 5-9: LONGWORTH PARKETTE RECOMMENDED AMENITIES

AMENITY TYPICAL SF RECOMMENDED

LOCATION

COMMUNITY

FEEDBACK
Add ADA-accessible picnic tables 500 1
Add outdoor fitness stations 500 1
Update play area 4,000-8,000 Replace existing
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5.2.11. FRIENDSHIP PARK Existing Conditions: Friendship Park is a 0.28-acre mini park/
parkette located near Telegraph
Road and Bartley Avenue. Existing
amenities include a monument
and passive recreation space.

Planned Improvements: N/A
Recommended recreation amenities for underutilized park space:

Table 5-10: FRIENDSHIP PARK RECOMMENDED AMENITIES

AMENITY TYPICAL SF RECOMMENDED

LOCATION

COMMUNITY

FEEDBACK
*There are no recommendations for this park
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5.2.12. CLARKE ESTATE Existing Conditions: The Clarke
Estate is a 6.0-acre special-use
park located at the City’s Civic
Center near Alburtis Avenue
and Pioneer Boulevard. It is a
preserved historic home and is
available for the community to
reserve for events like weddings,
quinceañeras, and other events.

This plan explores expanding
the event spaces at the Clarke
Estate. Concepts for expansion are
included in Section 5.2.17.

Planned Improvements: N/A
Recommended recreation amenities for underutilized park space:

Table 5-11: CLARKE ESTATE RECOMMENDED AMENITIES

AMENITY TYPICAL SF RECOMMENDED

LOCATION

COMMUNITY

FEEDBACK
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5.2.13. HERITAGE PARK Existing Conditions: Heritage
Park is a 7.50-acre Special-use
park located near More Drive
and Ontiveros Place. Existing
amenities include a vintage
locomotive, Carriage Barn
Museum, Tankhouse Windmill
Building, Plant Conservatory,
special event rentals, picnic
areas with BBQ grills, restrooms,
parking lot, walking trail, railroad
exhibit with vintage steamboat
locomotive, and an aviary.

Planned Improvements: N/A
Recommended recreation amenities for underutilized park space:

Table 5-12: HERITAGE PARK RECOMMENDED AMENITIES

AMENITY COMMUNITY

FEEDBACK
Add train ride trail
Add walking trail on the south side of the park and connect with existing walking path Enhance existing wrought iron fencing
Add keyless access and automated gate system
Enhance the Carriage Barn into multi-use historical facility 127

5.2.14. SANTA FE SPRINGS AQUATIC CENTER Existing Conditions: Santa Fe Springs Aquatic Center is a 2.30-
acre Special-use park located
at the City’s Civic Center near
Pioneer Boulevard and Telegraph
Road. Existing amenities include
outdoor swimming pools and
offers aquatic programming,
including swim lessons, lap
swim, recreation swim, and water
exercise classes.

Planned Improvements:

Existing amenities to be added
from renovations in summer 2026
will add a splashpad, concessions
and picnic areas, a spa, and
improvements to the existing
swimming pools and poolhouse.

Recommended recreation amenities for underutilized park space:

Table 5-13: SFS AQUATIC CENTER RECOMMENDED AMENITIES

AMENITY COMMUNITY

FEEDBACK
Complete Phase 2 of Aquatic Center renovations for renovations of the poolhouse Add multi-use LED scoreboard for swim meets and special events Phase 2
Poolhouse renovations
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5.2.15. SANTA FE SPRINGS COMMUNITY GARDEN Existing Conditions: Santa Fe Springs Community Garden is a

2.0-acre Special-use park located
at the City’s Civic Center near
Pioneer Boulevard and Telegraph
Road. Existing amenities include
rentable gardening parcels and
a picnic area. The community
expressed appreciation for the
Community Garden’s current
location and programming,
though survey data reveals
it serves a more specialized
audience than other recreation
amenities
Recommendation:

Evaluate the long term future of
the Community Garden and its
role within the City’s overall parks
and recreation system. Consider
opportunities to enhance, expand,
relocate, or otherwise modify the
program based on community
needs, participation levels, and
broader priorities.
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5.2.16. SOARING DREAMS PLAZA Existing Conditions: Soaring Dreams Plaza is a 2.0-acre
Special-use park located at the
City’s Civic Center near Telegraph
Road and Pioneer Boulevard.

Existing amenities include
art statues, a plaza area, and
benches.

Planned Improvements: N/A
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5.2.17. TOWN CENTER HALL
Recommended recreation amenities for underutilized park space:

Existing Conditions: Town
Center Hall is an existing city
facility. It is home to the Teen
Center, a large event space, and
staff offices. It is centrally located
adjacent to City Hall, the Library,
and the Clarke Estate.

Planned Improvements: N/A

AMENITY COMMUNITY

FEEDBACK
Create designated loading and drop-off zone
Create a new enclosed patio area for the social hall
Develop a new classroom extension on the front lawn
Renovate the bar area to include a beverage counter with drain Renovate kitchen area to include a walk in refrigerator Redesign foyer to create a more welcoming entry experience Enhance Wi Fi throughout the facility
Upgrade speakers around the perimeter of the building
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5.2.18. CENTER COURT Existing Conditions: Center
Court is located at Santa Fe High
school. The facility includes a
hockey rink and restroom facility.

It was originally built by the City,
but the City no longer uses it. It is
located off Orr and Day Road and
Joslin Street.

Planned Improvements: N/A
Recommended recreation amenities for underutilized park space:

AMENITY TYPICAL SF RECOMMENDED

LOCATION

COMMUNITY

FEEDBACK
Collaborate with High School to reestablish Joint-use Agreement and convert the existing hockey rink into a mini-pitch soccer facility for shared-use
5,000
Renovate
existing hockey
rink
Renovate building Varies Renovate
existing
Add lighting to the existing high school track for community-wide use
Varies Renovate
existing
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5.2.19. CLARKE ESTATE RENOVATION CONCEPT DESIGN
The Clarke Estate is a historic 8,000 square foot mansion designed by architect, Irving Gill and built in 1921 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Estate is now owned by the City of Santa Fe Springs and is used for weddings and other events.

Currently, there are several underutilized areas within the estate grounds. The City is looking to expand the existing event spaces to add additional capacity and creating a special-events hub, while maintaining the existing historic character of the Estate. The concept design is aimed at hosting larger community-wide events, concert, and adding more capacity for event rental spaces.
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2 3
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6 7
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10 11
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Two-story event building with offices
Event space
Amphitheater stage
Amphitheater and event lawn
Restroom building
Storage building
Informational kiosk
Gathering area with shade structure
Citrus grove event space
Parking lot
Clarke Estate
Fountain
Event space
Entry garden
Proposed Amenities and Features
Existing Amenities and Features

Both diagramming concepts received significant support
from residents. Many residents liked the additional parking, multiple event spaces, and amphitheater. Elements from each diagrammatic concept were incorporated into the final concept design.

PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS
Proposed improvements to the Clarke Estate include:

1. A new two-story event building, with restrooms, staff offices, and storage

2. Event space with palm trees

3. Amphitheater

4. Event lawn

5. Restrooms

6. Storage space for event equipment

7. Entrance kiosk

8. Shade structure and casual gathering area

9. Citrus grove event space

10. Expansive parking lot
The City is also encouraged to explore installing a new sound system and sounds barriers for the site to reduce sound from traveling to the nearby residential areas, upgrade the interior and furnishings of the Clarke Estate, add free public WiFi, and upgrade lighting throughout the site. It is also recommended to change the name of this facility to “Clarke Estate Park” after renovations are completed.
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Santa Fe Springs Library Town Center Hall
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Community GardenSanta Fe Springs
Aquatic CenterSanta Fe Springs
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Amphitheater lawn and event lawn, facing northwest

CLARKE ESTATE PROPOSED RENOVATIONS CONCEPT RENDERINGS
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Promenade and event space, facing southwest
Citrus grove small event space, facing northwest
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5.3 CITYWIDE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT

RECOMMENDATIONS
The following list of projects are citywide park infrastructure-related projects. They include citywide park improvements that may be applicable for most city parks or recommendations for future parks or facilities not specific to a existing park.

Table 5-16: SANTA FE SPRINGS CITYWIDE INFRASTRUCTURE RECOMMENDATIONS

5.3.1. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN (CIP)
The Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) serves as a living document for City staff to track park improvements and new park-related infrastructure projects. The City is encouraged to use it as a tool to cross off projects as they are completed and to add new projects as new needs are identified. The CIP combines all major elements of this comprehensive master planning-process to ensure current and future City staff have the needed information to make decisions.

Each recommended item references corresponding objectives listed under the Plan’s initiatives (found in section 5.2 of this plan) as well as the source to help justify its inclusion.

Planning-level cost ranges are also included to help the City gauge general costs of each item. The full CIP table can be found in Appendix C.

Priority Tiers
Tier 1: Essential improvements focus on
deferred maintenance projects and lifecycle
replacement of existing amenities within a
park utilizing current funding sources.

Tier 2: Ideal improvements utilize
reallocated or new funding sources to
implement capital projects that enhance
or replace existing park facilities.

Tier 3: Visionary improvements focus
on the complete renovation of existing
parks or the development of new parks
and/or recreation facilities funding
through new or additional revenue
sources, including grants, donations,
partnerships, or taxes.
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5.4 OPERATIONS ACTION PLAN

5.4.1. PURPOSE AND STRUCTURE OF THIS SECTION
The Operations Assessment established a clear baseline: Santa Fe Springs is not facing a lack-of-demand problem.

It is facing a capacity distribution and lifecycle efficiency problem.

Across 2023–2025, demand patterns are stable and predictable, and they fall into three tiers:

1. Consistently high and growing

2. Stable but capacity constrained

3. Persistently low.

This distinction matters because the City does not need “more programming everywhere.” It needs:
Targeted capacity expansion where demand is proven (adaptive recreation, youth soccer, older adult wellness). Operational optimization where demand is stable (flag football, pee wee sports, camps). Program redesign and conversion where offerings do not match how residents want to participate (SOPAS, T.E.E.N.S., low-enrollment niches).

In parallel, the Space vs Place analysis showed that high-performing programs are clustering into too few locations, creating artificial scarcity — and that flexibility matters more than specialization. The maintenance model is generally efficient and “not overfunded,” but it is operating near its scalability ceiling; it will not absorb continued growth without service degradation unless the City uses capital and design decisions to reduce maintenance intensity.

This section translates those findings into a ten-year, implementation-ready approach, including:
Initiatives with objectives and actions (Program Success and Community Pride themes) A CAPRA-aligned Recreation Programming Plan (RPP)
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5.4.2. THE CORE STRATEGY FOR

SANTA FE SPRINGS

REFINEMENT, NOT REINVENTION
Santa Fe Springs’ system performance is best described
as high performing under productive pressure. Interest
does not limit the three strongest program engines in
the system as they are limited by space, scheduling
compression, and facility capacity.

That reality sets the strategic direction for the
Master Plan:

1. Protect and expand the programs that deliver the
strongest return on public investment (adaptive
recreation, youth soccer, older adult wellness,
excursions and events).

2. Redistribute capacity geographically so demand
is not forced into one or two locations (especially
for adaptive and older adult programs).

3. Convert underutilized programmed space into
flexible-use capacity before building “new space”
(conversion is often more effective than expansion).

4. Use capital projects to reduce operating pressure
(shade, modern surfaces, simplified landscapes,
durable amenities) rather than creating assets that
increase maintenance intensity.

5.4.3. PROGRAM SUCCESS

RECOMMENDATIONS (SERVICE

DELIVERY THAT MATCHES

DEMAND)
WHAT “PROGRAM SUCCESS” MEANS IN

SANTA FE SPRINGS
Program success in the City is not primarily a marketing challenge. The system’s strongest programs are already
demonstrating repeatable demand and consistent
participation.

Program success, therefore, is defined by four
outcomes:

1. Reduced waitlist in growth programs without
proportional staffing increases

2. Higher utilization of existing facilities through
scheduling optimization and flexible formats

3. A redesigned teen engagement model that reflects
how teens actually participate today

4. A clearer alignment between program pricing,
residency patterns, and cost recovery intent

HIGH-GROWTH PROGRAMS (EXPAND

CAPACITY WHERE DEMAND IS PROVEN)

ADAPTIVE RECREATION
Adaptive recreation is both high-demand and a
regional draw. Concentrating delivery into a single
primary facility creates structural waitlist and reduces geographic equity.

Recommended direction:
Decentralize adaptive capacity into multiple parks/
facilities through

1. Accessible walking loop or walking path
infrastructure

2. Multi-use indoor room access

3. Schedule expansion that adds parallel offerings.
Implement a pricing and registration structure
that recognizes the regional draw while
protecting affordability (see Section 5.4.7 Financial
Sustainability).
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YOUTH SOCCER AND YOUTH SPORTS
Youth soccer demand is extremely high and constrained
by field supply. The Space vs Place analysis confirms
that field availability and scheduling compression are
the limiting factors, not interest.

Recommended direction:

Develop a field capacity strategy that includes

1. Multi-use rectangular field expansion where feasible

2. Selective lighting for evening capacity

3. Seasonal scheduling optimization to reduce peak
compression.

OLDER ADULT WELLNESS AND SOCIAL

PROGRAMMING
Older adult programming is one of the strongest and
most consistent demand segments in the system, with
space and accessibility as the primary constraints.

Recommended direction:
Expand access to flexible fitness rooms and shaded
outdoor wellness options to increase capacity
without requiring major facility additions.
Protect and selectively expand trips, dances, and
social events as “signature programs,” recognizing
their role in community identity and participation
stability.

Key Takeaway (Program Success – Growth Programs)
The City should treat adaptive recreation, youth
sports, and older adult wellness as the system’s
primary demand anchors and align space, capital, and
scheduling decisions accordingly.

STABLE PROGRAMS (OPTIMIZE BEFORE

EXPANDING)
The stable tier (flag football, pee wee sports, camps)
performs well, but improvement is most likely to come
from operational tuning rather than new facilities.

Recommended direction:
Conduct a seasonal schedule “load balancing”
review to reduce underutilization in off-peak
periods.
Use packaging and bundling (e.g., extended care +
camps) to strengthen participation and reduce friction.

Key Takeaway (Program Success – Stable Programs)
Stable programs should be strengthened through
schedule optimization, packaging, and facility use
efficiencies, not major capital expansion.

PERSISTENTLY LOW-DEMAND

PROGRAMS (REDESIGN AND

CONVERSION STRATEGY)
SOPAS dance and T.E.E.N.S. Programs show persistently
low enrollment and do not materially improve despite
continued scheduling. The lifecycle analysis confirms
these are misaligned program models, not space
shortages.

Recommended direction:
Reduce repeated low-enrollment offerings;
consolidate into fewer, higher-energy experiences.
Shift teen engagement from traditional class formats
to event-based, social, and flexible-use approaches.
Convert underused programmed spaces into
flexible capacity that can absorb growth programs
(conversion is often more effective than expansion).

Key Takeaway (Program Success – Low Demand)
The system’s under performance is concentrated in
a small set of program models that require redesign.

Capital investment will not fix low-demand programs
without changing the participation format.
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5.4.4. COMMUNITY PRIDE

RECOMMENDATIONS (VISIBILITY,

IDENTITY, AND EVERYDAY USE)
Community Pride recommendations focus on the
high-visibility elements that shape public perception
of the system:
Cleanliness and comfort
Shade and seating
Wayfinding, signage, and branding consistency
Event readiness and placemaking
“Small wins” that residents experience every day
These elements matter because the maintenance
assessment shows the City is not inefficient but it is
operating close to the ceiling of what current scopes
can flex to deliver. Capital investments that reduce
maintenance intensity and improve durability are
therefore a direct community pride strategy.

Recommended direction:
Establish a “park comfort baseline” standard:
shade, seating, drinking fountains/bottle fillers,
litter capacity, lighting, and restroom readiness for
high-use parks.
Implement a consistent branding and wayfinding
package across parks and facilities to improve
legibility, identity, and visitor experience.
Use targeted amenity modernization (benches,
trash/recycling, lighting) to reduce reactive
maintenance and improve public satisfaction.

Key Takeaway (Community Pride)
In Santa Fe Springs, community pride is built through
reliable, visible standards, especially in parks with high program density, through capital decisions that reduce
ongoing maintenance intensity.

5.4.5. INCLUSIVE ACCESS

RECOMMENDATIONS (SAFETY,

CONNECTIVITY, UNIVERSAL

DESIGN)
Inclusive access in the City is not only ADA compliance.

It is the system’s ability to deliver equitable access
to high-demand programs and spaces, especially for
older adults and adaptive participants — the cohorts
with the highest capacity pressure.

The Space vs Place analysis identifies walking and
wellness connectivity as a key gap: fragmented paths
and disconnected loops limit use.

Recommended direction:
Develop connected walking loops or walking
paths with shade and lighting in targeted parks
to support adaptive recreation and older adult
wellness expansion.
Apply CPTED-informed design upgrades where
appropriate, focusing on lighting, sightlines, and
comfort.
Improve “first/last 200 feet” park access (crossings, curb ramps, trailheads) to remove everyday barriers.

Key Takeaway (Inclusive Access)
The most impactful accessibility projects in Santa
Fe Springs are those that expand usable capacity for
older adults and adaptive users through connected
loops, comfort infrastructure, and distributed program
locations.
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5.4.6. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT

STRATEGY (CIP THAT REDUCES

OPERATING PRESSURE)
The Operations Assessment is explicit: future CIP
decisions must consider lifecycle cost, not just
construction cost.

That means every CIP item should include an operating
impact “passport”:
Maintenance intensity (low/moderate/high)
Custodial demand impact (for facilities/restrooms)
Replacement cycle and reserve needs
Program capacity return (how many additional
users can be served)
Revenue potential (where applicable)
The Space vs Place findings also establish a key
priority: invest where demand is proven and growing,
distribute capacity geographically, favor flexible multiuse spaces, and avoid capital investment in areas requiring program redesign first.

5.4.7. FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY

AND COST RECOVERY
The per capita analysis confirms the City operates a
recreation-intensive model: $11.08M operating, with
73% in recreation services and 27% in maintenance,
and a recreation-to-maintenance ratio of 2.7:1. The
operations chapter also confirms the City serves both
local and regional populations, with adaptive and older adult programs demonstrating higher non-resident
participation.

Financial sustainability recommendations must
therefore do two things at once:

1. Protect affordability and access for residents
(especially youth, older adults, adaptive).

2. Recognize the regional draw and use it to support
capacity expansion where appropriate.

RECOMMENDED COST RECOVERY
POLICY
Tier A – Community Benefit Programs
Adaptive recreation, youth equity programs,
essential older adult wellness access.
Target: lower cost recovery, intentionally subsidized.

Tier B – Balanced Benefit Programs
Core leagues, camps, mainstream fitness.
Target: moderate cost recovery.

Tier C – Individual Benefit Programs
Specialty classes, premium experiences, rentals,
and selected adult enrichment.
Target: high-cost recovery and/or net positive
contribution.
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RESIDENCY PRICING APPROACH
Because the City serves regional participants in certain high-demand categories, the City should implement
a residency policy that is transparent, modest, and
purpose-driven:
Keep resident rates stable for Tier A programs.
Apply a modest non-resident differential where
non-resident participation is highest (adaptive,
select older adult offerings, select excursions).
Commit a defined portion of the incremental
revenue to expanded capacity (more offerings,
additional locations, loop improvements).

5.4.8. CAPRA-ALIGNED

RECREATION PROGRAMMING

PLAN FRAMEWORK
Below is a CAPRA-aligned RPP structure tailored to the
City’s realities.

A. Program classification and intent (what we
provide and why)
The City shall classify every program into one of three “service intent” categories:

1. Community Benefit (equity, inclusion, public
health access)

2. Balanced Benefit (shared responsibility)

3. Individual Benefit (private benefit, premium
experiences)
Each classification must specify:
Primary outcomes (health, inclusion, social
connection, skill building)
Target cohorts (youth, teens, adults, older adults,
adaptive)
Intended cost recovery posture
B. Demand and lifecycle management (how we
decide what grows)
The City shall perform an annual Program Lifecycle
Review aligned to the lifecycle stages already identified in the Operations Assessment: growth, mature,
saturated, decline.
Growth programs (adaptive, youth soccer, older
adult fitness) must have a defined capacity
expansion pathway.
Saturated programs (SOPAS, T.E.E.N.S., niche adult)
must have a redesign or reduction plan.
Mature programs must be protected and optimized,
not constantly reinvented.
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C. Program planning cycle
Each program season shall follow a consistent cycle:

1. Set targets (enrollment, utilization, cost recovery
posture)

2. Design and schedule (capacity, staffing, space
assignment)

3. Market and deliver (standardized communication
cadence)

4. Measure (KPIs)

5. Adjust (keep, grow, redesign, retire)
D. Equity and access policy
Maintain fee assistance but tie it to clear eligibility and consistent communication.
Track resident vs non-resident participation
annually in key program areas.
Ensure ADA/accessibility considerations are
integrated into program location selection, not
treated as an afterthought.

E. Performance measures
At minimum, the City should track:
Fill rate and waitlist rate by program type
Resident/non-resident share by program area
Cost recovery performance by service intent tier
Space utilization (hours scheduled vs capacity)
Customer satisfaction signals (complaints, refunds,
repeat enrollment)
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5.4.9. ACTION PLAN - PARK PROGRAMMING, FINANCIAL

SUSTAINABILITY, AND MAINTENANCE
Timeframe definitions
Short-term: 0–2 years
Mid-term: 3–5 years
Long-term: 6–10 years

THEME ACTION LEAD /

SUPPORT
TIMEFRAME

FUNDING /

DELIVERY

STRATEGY

PRIMARY

DELIVERABLE
/ KPI
Program
Success
Expand Adaptive Recreation
capacity by adding parallel
offerings and additional locations
(reduce reliance on a single
facility).

Parks & Rec /
Community
Services, Partner
Agencies
Short–Mid Program budget
+ sponsorship
+ modest
non-resident
differential
reinvestment
25–30% reduction
in adaptive
waitlists; add 1–2
new delivery sites
Program
Success
Youth soccer capacity plan:
seasonal field utilization audit;
identify expansion and lighting
candidates.

Parks & Rec /
Public Works
Short Staff workplan +
CIP pre-design
Field utilization
dashboard;
recommendation
memo with
phasing
Program
Success
Implement “schedule load
balancing” for stable programs
(flag football, pee wee, camps) to
reduce off-peak underutilization.

Parks & Rec Short Staffing
optimization
Increase offpeak fill rates by
10–15%
Program
Success
Teen reset: replace lowenrollment recurring formats with quarterly events + co-designed
programming.

Parks & Rec /
Schools, Library,
Community
Partners
Short Sponsorship +
program redesign
+50% teen
participation
within 3 years
Program
Success
SOPAS redesign: consolidate
low-demand sections; shift to
showcase/event model; retire
repeated zero-enrollment
offerings.

Parks & Rec Short Program
restructuring
Reduce “0–3
enrollment”
offerings by 60%
Financial
Sustainability
Adopt cost recovery policy by
service-intent tier (community
benefit, balanced, individual
benefit).

Finance + Parks
& Rec
Short Council policy
adoption
Tier framework
adopted; annual
reporting template
Financial
Sustainability
Residency pricing alignment for
programs with regional draw
(adaptive, select older adult/
excursions) with reinvestment
commitment.

Parks & Rec +
Finance
Short Fee schedule
update
Defined
reinvestment %;
revenue tracking
line
Financial
Sustainability
Establish lifecycle “CIP passport”
for each project: 10-year O&M
impact, maintenance intensity,
replacement cycle.

Public Works +
Finance + Parks
& Rec
Short CIP process
update
CIP templates
updated; used on
all new projects
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THEME ACTION LEAD /

SUPPORT
TIMEFRAME

FUNDING /

DELIVERY

STRATEGY

PRIMARY

DELIVERABLE
/ KPI
MaintenanceTiered maintenance standards:
define Tier I high-visibility parks
vs Tier II/III service frequencies.

Public Works +
Parks & Rec
Short Operating
standards
Adopted standards
+ service calendar
MaintenanceDesign-for-maintenance
standards (shade structures,
durable surfaces, simplified
planting palettes) embedded in
capital design.

Public Works /
Design Partners
Short Standards manual Standards manual;
reduced reactive
work orders
Inclusive
Access
Build connected walking loop
network (shade, lighting) to
support older adult + adaptive
demand.

Public Works +
Parks & Rec
Mid CIP + grants
(health/active
transportation)
2–3 loop segments
delivered;
increased loop
usage
Inclusive
Access
Lighting upgrades for safety and
extended use at priority parks and
athletic facilities.

Public Works Short–Mid CIP + utility
incentives
Reduced
complaints;
extended
scheduled hours
Community PridePark comfort baseline: seating,
shade, bottle fillers, trash capacity
at high-use parks.

Public Works +
Parks & Rec
Short–Mid CIP + sponsorship Baseline delivered
in top 5 high-use
parks
Community PrideStandardized wayfinding/
branding package across parks
(consistent signage and QR info).

Parks & Rec +
Communications
Short Sponsorship +
operating
New signage
system installed;
improved visitor
clarity
Capital
Capacity
Pickleball cluster feasibility + site
selection + phasing plan.

Public Works +
Parks & Rec
Short CIP planning +
partnership
Feasibility report;
preferred site and
budget
Capital
Capacity
Dog park delivery plan (site
selection, design, operations
rules).

Parks & Rec +
Public Works
Short–Mid CIP + sponsorship/
donations
First dog park
delivered;
operating policy
adopted
Capital
Capacity
Field expansion / lighting
implementation tied to
participation thresholds.

Public Works +
Parks & Rec
Mid CIP Reduced waitlists;
reduced schedule
compression
Capital
Capacity
Expand flexible indoor fitness /
multi-use rooms for older adult
wellness capacity.

Community
Services + Parks
& Rec
Mid CIP + grants
(health/aging)
Added weekly
capacity; fewer
waitlists
Capital
Capacity
Aquatics lifecycle modernization
planning (phased) as long-term
asset strategy.

Public Works +
Parks & Rec
Long CIP + grants Phasing plan +
reserve strategy
adopted
PartnershipsReestablish/refresh Joint Use with
local schools for field and facility
capacity.

Parks & Rec + City
Manager’s Office /
School District
Short MOU / JUA Executed JUA;
measurable new
hours of access
PartnershipsRegional collaboration
conversation for adaptive
programming cost-sharing and
referrals.

Parks & Rec /
Neighbor Cities
Mid Partner MOUs 1–2 partner
contributions;
expanded
offerings
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SUPPORT
TIMEFRAME

FUNDING /

DELIVERY

STRATEGY

PRIMARY

DELIVERABLE
/ KPI
OrganizationalAnnual Program Lifecycle Review
instituted as standard operating
practice.

Parks & Rec Short Internal process Annual report
published;
decisions tracked
OrganizationalImplement dashboards: waitlists,
fill rates, resident/non-resident,
utilization, cost recovery by tier.

Parks & Rec +
Finance
Short Low-cost tech
workflow
Quarterly
reporting cadence
established

5.4.10. PRIORITIZED PROJECTS, PROGRAMS, AND MAINTENANCE

STRATEGIES

SCORING CRITERIA
To avoid “everything is a priority,” projects are scored against the realities documented in the Operations Assessment:

A. Documented Demand / Capacity Pressure (0–5)
Higher scores for projects that expand capacity in proven high-demand areas (youth sports, older adult wellness, adaptive) or fix known inventory gaps (dog park, pickleball).

B. Space vs Place Correction (0–5)
Higher scores for projects that distribute capacity geographically and reduce clustering.

C. Operational Efficiency / Maintenance Intensity Reduction (0–5) Higher scores for projects that reduce long-term operating pressure (shade, durable surfaces, simplified landscapes, smart systems).

D. Equity / Inclusive Access Benefit (0–5)
Higher scores for projects improving accessibility, safety, and connected loops serving older adults and adaptive participants.

E. Funding Feasibility / Partnership Leverage (0–5)
Higher scores where grants, sponsorship, partnerships, or clear phasing make delivery realistic.

Maximum score: 25
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Planning Takeaway
The priority list reinforces the Operating Assessment logic: The City should invest first in projects that:
Reduce waitlists without proportionally increasing staffing Decentralize capacity
Reduce long-term maintenance intensity through smarter design.

PROJECT /

STRATEGY DEMAND SPACE/PLACE

OPERATIONAL

EFFICIENCY EQUITY FEASIBILITY TOTAL TIER
Connected walking
loop and path network
(shade + lighting)
5 5 4 5 4 23 1
Youth sports capacity
expansion (fields +
selective lighting)
5 4 3 4 4 20 1
Dog park development
(first in-city) 4 4 3 3 4 18 1
Pickleball multi-court
complex 4 4 3 3 4 18 1
Park comfort baseline
package (shade,
seating, bottle fillers,
lighting)
4 3 4 4 4 19 1
Adaptive
decentralization
package (multi-site
rooms + loops +
schedule expansion)
5 5 3 5 3 21 1
Tiered maintenance
standards + designfor-maintenance
standards
3 3 5 3 5 19 1
Teen program reset
+ flexible teen space
conversion
3 2 4 3 5 17 2
Aquatics
modernization
planning (phased
lifecycle)
3 3 3 4 3 16 3

TIER DEFINITIONS
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SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN APPENDIX A: COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Appendix A contains the results of community engagement efforts, including pop-up events, community workshops, stakeholder focus group meetings, and the statistically-valid survey.

POP-UP #1: NATIONAL NIGHT OUT/SUMMER CONCERT
Date: August 1, 2025
Location: Los Nietos Park
General Feedback on Parks, Recreation, Community Services Comment General Feedback
1 Add community trails that connect to Whittier
2 Santa Fe Springs Park playground and space utilization 3 Santa Fe Springs Park needs update
4 Outdoor fitness equipment not used here at Los Nietos Park 5 Add walking machines
6 More latin/hispanic events at Heritage Park
7 Add speed bumps and safe crossings on roadways
8 Safe trails/walking paths
9 Add more dog parks in the City
10 Like number of staff and night time staff
11 Park staff (fundraisers) should be from the community 12 More activities for teenagers (expose teens to outside activities and events) Clarke Estate Renovation Design Concepts
Concept 1 Votes Concept 2 Votes Total Votes
37 13 50
Other Comments
Preserve the nature and beauty of the greenery
Lawn space is smaller on concetp 1 but still prefer it. Do not see the need for more parking Prefers concept 1 because of the event space lawn bistro lights Concept 1 is preferred because of the amount of outdoor space/greenspace Event space seems to be too small Clarke Estate renovation 151
Amenity Voting Activity
Amenity Votes
Splash Pads 38
Walking Trails/Interpretive Trails 30
Dog Parks/Dog Runs 20
Amphitheater 16
Skate Park 15
Outdoor Fitness Areas/Trails 14
Multi-purpose Fields 13
Updated Play Areas 13
Rentable Event Space 10
Group Picnic Areas 8
Tennis Courts 7
Pickleball Courts 5
Basketball Courts 5
Total 194
Drawing Activity
Favorite Memory Write In
Doing painting
Me gusta que la cuidad de SFS es muy tranquila [I like that SFS is very quiet] Summer programs
The fun summer concert series and movie and great vibes This park I love [Los Nietos Park]
Haunted House at Los Nietos
Going to Dodger Stadium
I used t play softball at this park [Los Nietos Park]. I had the best childhood in SFS swim lessons and team.

Going undefeated in soccer
Enjoying swimming at night
Firework show
Enjoyed time at SFS park on Telegraph
Watching squariels
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SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Amenity Voting Activity
Amenity Votes
Splash Pads 12
Skate Park 9
Dog Parks/Dog Runs 3
Rentable Event Space 3
Basketball Courts 3
Amphitheater 2
Walking Trails/Interpretive Trails 1
Multi-purpose Fields 1
Updated Play Areas 1
Tennis Courts 1
Outdoor Fitness Areas/Trails 0
Group Picnic Areas 0
Pickleball Courts 0
Total 36
WORKSHOP #1: EXISTING CONDITIONS & COMMUNITY PRIORITIES Date: September 9, 2025
Location: Town Center Hall
General Feedback on Parks, Recreation, Community Services Comment General Feedback
1 Heritage Park, has no play structures.
• Slides and swings
• Some parks have better shade
• Playgrounds with shade would be nice
2 [Would like] Proximity to play structures. (Heritage Park) Clarke Estate Renovation Design Concepts
Concept 1 Votes Concept 2 Votes Total Votes
4 0 4
Other Comments
I’d like the event center for family parties
Indoor event space to hold birthday parties [and] baby showers on a smaller scale POP-UP #2: MOVIE NIGHT
Date: August 23, 2025
Location: Los Nietos Park
153
Amenity Voting Activity
Amenity Votes
Splash Pads 4
Walking Trails/Interpretive Trails 4
Updated Play Areas 3
Dog Parks/Dog Runs 3
Amphitheater 3
Pickleball Courts 1
Tennis Courts 1
Rentable Event Space 1
Outdoor Fitness Areas/Trails 0
Multi-purpose Fields 0
Group Picnic Areas 0
Skate Park 0
Basketball Courts 0
Total 20
Other Comments
Updated play areas - shade like this at all parks
Recreation Programming - ‘Share your Ideas’ Boards
Category Comment
Youth Programs More toddler programs (0-5)
Youth Programs Programs for toddlers
Youth Programs Education activities for kids
Adult Programs More fun/social adult
Lake Center Athletic Park - ‘What Areas of the Park are most important to you?’ Board Area Type Vote
Soccer Field 1
Track 1
Baseball Field 0
Community Center 0
Picnic Area 0
Dog Park 1
Open Space 1
Other Comments
Grass area for rental
Include cushioned running track
Include a dog park
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SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Civic Center Area - ‘What Areas of the Park are most important to you?’ Board Area Type Vote
Train Area 0
Greenhouse 0
Tongva Exhibit 0
Aviary 0
Picnic Areas 0
Open Field 0
Community Garden 1
Other Comments
I would like to know more info on how to help/how it works with the community garden.

Lakeview Park - ‘What Areas of the Park are most important to you?’ Board Area Type Vote
Wading Pool 0
Playground 1
Soccer Field 0
Building 0
Picnic Shelter 0
Tree/Open Area 0
Other Comments
Would be cool to have more shade. All parks permeable fabric.

POP-UP #3: HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL
Date: October 25, 2025
Location: Los Nietos Park Pop-Up #3: Halloween carnival Clarke Estate Renovation Design Concepts
Concept 1 Votes Concept 2 Votes Total Votes
20 6 26
Other Comments
Too much focus on expanding parking lots and not parks
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Amenity Voting Activity
Amenity Votes
Splash Pads 67
Updated Play Areas 46
Walking Trails/Interpretive Trails 26
Skate Park 24
Pickleball Courts 17
Basketball Courts 17
Multi-purpose Fields 13
Outdoor Fitness Areas/Trails 13
Dog Parks/Dog Runs 12
Rentable Event Space 11
Amphitheater 10
Group Picnic Areas 7
Tennis Courts 4
Total 267
Other Suggested Amenity Votes
Universal Play Structures 2
Baseball Field 6
Volleyball [Courts] 5
Drawing Activity
Favorite Memory Write/Draw In Writing or Drawing
Halloween carnival with my parents Drawing
7th birthday party Drawing
Playground Drawing
Softball Drawing
Playground/Swings Drawing
Playground/Slide Drawing
Basketball Drawing
First baseball game Drawing
Playing in the grass Drawing
Playground with my mom Drawing
“I used to play softball at this park [Los Nietos Park] and Jersey [Santa Fe Springs Athletic Fields]. I had the best childhood in SFS. Swim lessons and team.” Writing
Walking the dog at the pak Drawing
My dog Drawing
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SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Playground/Slide Drawing
Jumping and tumbling in the grass Writing
Playing in the grass Drawing
Playground/Slide Drawing
Bouncy castle during the Halloween Carnival Drawing
Rainbow Drawing
Rainbow Drawing
Jumping and tumbling in the grass Writing
Unknown Drawing
Playground/slide Drawing
Basketball Drawing
Playground/Swings Drawing
Unknown Writing
Unknown Drawing
Playground/Slide Drawing
Playground/Slide Drawing
Playground Drawing
Total Responses 31
POP-UP #4: TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY
Date: December 6, 2025
Location: Town Center Plaza Pop-Up #4: Tree Lighting Ceremony General Feedback on Parks, Recreation, Community Services Comment General Feedback
1 Financial literacy/planning courses should be offered to teens, adults, and senior 2 Programs for adults with disabilities
3 Playgrounds with shade are needed
4 Community events are a great way to connect with the community and get involved 5 City is in need of more event spaces
6 People want more safe places to walk
7 Sports programs are well-received but are in need of better facilities Drawing Activity
Favorite Memory Write/Draw In Writing or Drawing
Walking pet dog Drawing
Unknown Drawing
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Playing at the pool Drawing
Sliding on the slide at the playground Drawing
Climbing on the monkey bars at the playground Drawing
Swinging on the swings at the playground Drawing
Hanging out with my friend Drawing
Unknown Drawing
Unknown Drawing
Playing in the snow [at the tree lighting?] Drawing
Walking my dog at Heritage Park Drawing
Playing at the playground Drawing
Swinging on the swings with my friend at the playground Drawing Unknown Drawing
Playing basketball Drawing
Sunny day at the park Drawing
Playing baseball at the park Drawing
Water aerobics and senior citizen trips Writing
Paying at the playground Drawing
Playing at the playground Drawing
Playing soccer Drawing
Sliding on the slide at the playground Drawing
Unknown Drawing
Playing at the playground Drawing
Playing with my parents at the playground Drawing
Unknown Drawing
Sliding on the slide at the playground Drawing
Catching bugs at the park Writing
Unknown Drawing
Swinging on the swings at the playground Drawing
Total Responses 30
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SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN WORKSHOP #2: DRAFT RECOMMENDATIONS
Date: February 16, 2026
Location: Activity Center at Los Nietos Park
Bradwell Parkette Existing Park Opportunities Board
Amenity Recommendation Votes ‘Top Priority’ Votes
Add ADA-accessible picnic areas 2
Add outdoor fitness stations 1 1
Add park games such as ping-pong tables and cornhole 2 1 Update play area 6 1
Total Votes 14
Davenrich Parkette Existing Park Opportunities Board
Amenity Recommendation Votes ‘Top Priority’ Votes
Add ADA-accessible picnic areas 1
Add outdoor fitness stations 2
Update play area
Total Votes 3
Longworth Parkette Existing Park Opportunities Board
Amenity Recommendation Votes ‘Top Priority’ Votes
Add ADA-accessible picnic areas 3
Add park games such as ping-pong tables and cornhole 6
Update play area 6
Total Votes 15
Heritage Park Existing Park Opportunities Board
Amenity Recommendation Votes ‘Top Priority’ Votes
Add train ride trail 21 5
Add walking trail on the south side of the park and connect with existing walking path
7 Replace existing chain link fence with iron fencing 8 Add keyless access and automated gate system 5
Total Votes 46
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Center Court Santa Fe Springs High School Existing Park Opportunities Board Amenity Recommendation Votes ‘Top Priority’ Votes
Collaborate with High School to reestablish joint-use
Agreement and convert the existing hockey rink into a minipitch soccer facility for shared use 2 Renovate building 5
Add lighting to the existing high school track for communitywide use4 Total Votes 11
River Parcel Park Existing Park Opportunities Board
Amenity Recommendation Votes ‘Top Priority’ Votes
Create dog park 4 2
Create restroom facility 5 1
Add walking trail 3 1
Total Votes 16
Community Garden Existing Park Opportunities Board
Amenity Recommendation Votes ‘Top Priority’ Votes
Create a shared outdoor classroom area with shared seating 3 Nature play area 5
Upgrade garden bed pathways 2
Upgrade garden beds with cohesive borders 2 1
Replace and expand storage shed 1
Update restroom facility 3
Relocate community garden and reconfigure site to mixed use residential
Total Votes 7
Town Center Hall Existing Park Opportunities Board
Amenity Recommendation Votes ‘Top Priority’ Votes
Create designated loading and drop-off zone 2
New enclosed patio area for the social hall 4
New classroom extension on the front lawn 1
Renovate bar area to include a beverage counter with drain 1 Renovate kitchen area to include walk in kitchen 2
Refresh foyer to create a more welcoming entry experience 1 Upgraded Wi Fi throughout the facility 3
Upgrade speakers around the perimeter of the building 3 Total Votes 17
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SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Aquatic Center Existing Park Opportunities Board
Amenity Recommendation Votes ‘Top Priority’ Votes
*Complete Phase 2 of Aquatic Center renovations for
renovations of the poolhouse
7 2
Add multi-use LED scoreboard for swim meets and special events
2 1
Unspecified (not on particular amenity, but board generally) 5 Total Votes 17
Comments
Please make workers more consistent on the rules
Little Lake Park Existing Park Opportunities Board
Amenity Recommendation Votes ‘Top Priority’ Votes
Develop fields into a baseball/softball complex. Reorient fields to face outwards with a centrally-located concessions building
15 1
Expanding wading pool features 9
Renovate and expand existing indoor facility 4
Add field maintenance equipment storage facility 4
Re-configure existing picnic areas throughout the park so they are ADA-accessible and adhere to CPTED
2 Create ‘destination’ park by renovating and expanding play area to include all-inclusive play
0 1
Renovate or re-imagine batting cage area and concert to above ground structures
7 Replace batting cages with mini-pitch soccer 5 1
Park-wide Recommendations Votes ‘Top Priority’ Votes
Fence off entire park with controlled gate access 2 4
Improve lighting in both parking lots and throughout the park
7 Upgrade ballfield lighting 5
Add ADA-accessible pathways to picnic areas 3 1
Add a walking loop around the perimeter of the park with fitness stations
6 Total Votes 77
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Lakeview Park Existing Park Opportunities Board
Amenity Recommendation Votes ‘Top Priority’ Votes
Expand play area to include swings 7 4
Remove existing wading pool 1 1
Renovate existing recreation building to include multipurpose room Add designated off-street parking 2
Add ADA-accessible pathways to picnic areas 5
Renovate existing reservable picnic areas 2
Park-wide Recommendations Votes ‘Top Priority’ Votes
Add full walking loop 4
Renovate park to include water detention basin 3
Add free public Wi Fi 3
Include new sustainable design elements into the design of the park including EV charging stations, solar panels, and solar powered lighting
2 Add smart irrigation system 1
Total Votes 35
Lake Center Athletic Park Existing Park Opportunities Board Amenity Recommendation Votes ‘Top Priority’ Votes
Renovate park according to existing concept plan for new T-ball fields, walking loop, expanded parking, and other improvements
7 Work with school district to update/upgrade existing track to rubber-surface and add a synthetic turf field
3 Update play area 7 1
Expand the snack bar 7 1
Park-wide Recommendations Votes ‘Top Priority’ Votes
Upgrade all park lighting (security, field, and track) 6 1 Ensure all fields re ADA-accessible 3 1
Enhance security by adding surveillance cameras 3
Total Votes 40
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SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Los Nietos Park Existing Park Opportunities Board
Amenity Recommendation Votes ‘Top Priority’ Votes
Develop artificial soccer fields at existing diamond fields 3 Expand the activity center where existing handball courts are located
3 2
Replace existing handball courts with pickleball/tennis courts
2 Replace existing wading pool with splashpad 5 2
Expanding play area where existing wading pool is located 5 Update existing restrooms 14
Consider adding mini-pitch soccer 1
Eliminate storage facility west of existing handball courts 1 Park-wide Recommendations Votes ‘Top Priority’ Votes
Develop a full walking loop 12
Create outdoor fitness trail along a walking loop 4
Add additional pedestrian-scale lighting 2
Upgrade field lighting 3 1
Develop fencing to enhance security and adhear to CPTED 2 1 Activity Center Interior Recommendations Votes ‘Top Priority’ Votes Expand boxing area 1
Expand weight room 4
Add additional office space
Add conference room 1
Add employee break room with sink 4
Enhanced storage areas within the Activity Center
Add window shades
New wood flooring 7
Comments Votes ‘Top Priority’ Votes
More handicap parking 5
Total Votes 85
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Santa Fe Springs Park Existing Park Opportunities Board Amenity Recommendation Votes ‘Top Priority’ Votes
Develop soccer fields 4 2
Develop multi purpose fields 1
Add dog park 11 2
Upgrade picnic areas 4 1
Remove existing wading pool
Add park games (ping-pong, cornhole, etc)
Consider adding a skatepark 3 1
Add half-court basketball 1
Add sand volleyball courts 1
Add pickleball courts 6 1
Create traffic garden for children 6
Renovate handball courts
Park-wide Recommendations Votes ‘Top Priority’ Votes
Develop full walking loop with fitness stations 4
Renovate landscaping to provide better visibility throughout the park
2 Upgrade the fence along the riverbed to be 6’-8’ 1
Improve park security by adding surveillance cameras and lighting
9 Upgrade irrigation with new smart system 1
Improve park entry signage 1
Improve pedestrian access into the park 1
Add automated gates to park entrances 2
Total Votes 65
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SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Los Nietos Park Existing Park Opportunities Board
Amenity Recommendation Votes ‘Top Priority’ Votes
Expand existing play area with an adventure playground 12 Expand existing play area with a tot-lot (playground for ages 2-5)
6 Update existing play area 5
Add a Marquee sign 1
Field Renovations from Concept Plan Votes ‘Top Priority’ Votes Add two additional diamond fields 4
Add batting cages 9
Consider adding infield only practice fields 1
Renovate northern building to include expanded storage
Add warning tracks to two fields 1
Park-wide Improvements Votes ‘Top Priority’ Votes
Update lighting throughout the park 3
Add new smart irrigation system 1
Add walking loop around the perimeter of the park with
fitness stations
6 Comments
Batting cages? Why here when there are others in parks w/in proximity Total Votes 49
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STAKEHOLDER GROUP #1: TEEN GROUP
Date: September 8, 2025
Location: Town Center Hall
Recreation Programming - ‘Share Your Ideas!’ Board
Category Comment
Youth Programs Youth football and cheer
Youth Programs Stronger cheer you programs for Santa Fe Springs (own team) Youth Programs Run clubs
Youth Programs Promote not doing drugs or alcohol
Youth Programs Swimming programs
Teen Programs Yoga center
Teen Programs Tennis program for the youth
Teen Programs Baking club
Teen Programs Youth volleyball
Teen Programs Photo booth
Teen Programs Pilates
Teen Programs Fitness Center
Teen Programs Art Classes
Teen Programs Medical field study programs
Teen Programs Tutoring
Adult Programs Running programs
Adult Programs Teach classes about former skills/talents Older Adult Programs Bingo nights
Older Adult Programs Senior center
Lake Center Athletic Park - ‘What Areas of the Park are most important to you?’ Board Area Type Vote
Soccer Field 4
Track 4
Baseball field 1
Community Center 1
Picnic area 1
Other Comments
Really nice for sports
I enjoy going to this park to use the track and get a nice walk in Playing in the grass
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SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN The track part is most important because that where I could run miles for sports (I’d like it to change to actual track flooring)
I practice flag football at this park
The track gets so muddy when it rains to the point where it isn’t usable for weeks at a time Also when its muddy and people run it leaves deep holes and I’m afraid to roll and ankle My brother plays baseball at metro, the track is perfect to take a relaxing walk Fix the muddy field and the open the restrooms
Make the track rubber and the grass turf
Heritage Park - ‘What Areas of the Park are most important to you?’ Board Area Type Vote
Tongva Exhibit 3
Aviary 2
Train area 1
Greenhouse 1
Picnic areas 1
Open field 1
Other Comments
This is my favorite park in the city, I think its really beautiful and I love the layout Water in fountain
Nicer grass
The hut/trail area of the park is the most important to me because when I was little I loved exploring that area with friends
A really beautiful place to take pictures for birthdays, sports, and weddings.

People have the opportunity to have picnics and concerts. Have good times with families Beautiful for quince/sports pictures
Able to go see concerts and visit a beautiful park
Memories
Lakeview Park - ‘What Areas of the Park are most important to you?’ Board Area Type Vote
Soccer field 3
Playground 2
Tree/open area 2
Building 1
Picnic shelter 1
Wading pool 1
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Other Comments
Pe-wee football team
The field for sports
Big pool
Pickleball courts
Bring back the swing
Turf area
Fix fields
Swings
Add more seating
Fix fields with less holes in the ground
Upgrade the field
Add more seating areas
I went to Lakeview Elementary so I have many great memories at this park, both my sisters went here as well!
Santa Fe Springs Park - ‘What Areas of the Park are most important to you?’ Board Area Type Vote
Field under powerlines 1
Playground 1
Basketball 1
Picnic shelter 1
Handball courts 1
Other Comments
Playground - Good for kids, social activity, this playground has swings Take out woodchips
Add more basketball courts
Add more trashcans
Build a pool
Clean park more
I love the open grass and being able to play catch or do any type of activity I had my 8th grade picnic her and they has a lot of seating. SO much room for outside games Add nice tables in the seating area to throw more birthday/family gatherings there 168

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SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Santa Fe Springs Athletic Park - ‘What Areas of the Park are most important to you?’ Board Area Type Vote
Soccer field/open field 8
Playground 2
Bleachers 1
Picnic area 1
Building 1
Other Comments
The open field is most important as we practice there for the time being - SFHS football Add a Rec Center maybe offer boxing or basketball bowling and soccer field Put a teen lounge at a park *more convenient*
Add indoor gym facility iron plates only
Leave as is youth football team
Add an area with shade
Seating areas along side park corners
Bleachers along the sides to sit
Fix grass and maybe add more turf/fields
Make the field turf, so purpose would mainly be athletic field Start a club program that is not AYSO
Upgrade the baseball fields and add more
I live right by this park, It’s nice but more variety of activities are needed Civic Center - ‘What Areas of the Park are most important to you?’ Board Area Type Vote
Clarke Estate 4
Library 2
Aquatic center 2
Stage/Plaza 1
Community garden 1
Other Comments
[Clarke Estate] Let’s make more parking, make it something cool Bring Terria Mia back
Add bakery/little store to buy snacks while reading/studying The garden is important because it gives you an opportunity to get involved We would like a cafe in the library
Keep Clarke the same the Miss SFS Pageant was beautiful there! Add more fun games outside of teen lounge
I like going to the Clarke Estate for the Art Fest each year! Very beautiful place in the city I used to do swimming lessons when I was little. They have a good park but could update the buildings 169
Little Lake Park- ‘What Areas of the Park are most important to you?’ Board Area Type Vote
Baseball field 2
Playground 1
Other Comments
We need a water park (small) in SFS So fun better grass! Be better than La Mirada and build a water park it’s too hot!! Make a baking club program
Add waterpark like La Mirada
Track ring
Pee Wee football team again
Vision Boards
Category Comment
Short Term Vision Add more teen events to do at parks like fun concerts (glow in the dark concerts)
Short Term Vision More handicap places that are accessible Mid Term Vision Add more strength playground areas
Mid Term Vision Better track at Lake Center Park
Long Term Vision Add tutoring program for Tk-12
Strengths and Opportunities Boards
Category Comment
Strengths More movie, park nights
Strengths Events are very accessible to the community
Strengths Good at getting people involved with our City Strengths More chances to go out and play
Opportunity Areas More 5k races
Opportunity Areas More chances to go out and play
Opportunity Areas Not too many baseball fields
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SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN STAKEHOLDER GROUP #2: SENIORS AND PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY

COMMITTEE
Date: September 17, 2025
Location: Town Center Hall
General Feedback on Parks, Recreation, Community Services Comment General Feedback
1 All abilities play
2 Walking paths
3 Community events
4 Skate park
5 Expand Gus Velasco for more classes/activities
6 Interim location
7 Dedicated Senior Center
8 Also accommodate people with disabilities
9 No dogs at parks in grass, create mess
10 Dedicated dog park
11 Walking paths. Mile signs
12 Shade/trees
13 Senior Center
14 Gymnastic needs
15 Pickleball
16 Flexible indoor spaces
17 Family evening classes/more times
18 Classes at parks
Amenity Voting Activity
Amenity Votes
Pickleball Courts 6
Dog Parks/Dog Runs 6
Skate Park 6
Splash Pads 5
Walking Trails/Interpretive Trails 5
Updated Play Areas 5
Group Picnic Areas 5
Amphitheater 5
Multi-purpose Fields 4
Rentable Event Space 4
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Recreation Programming - ‘Share Your Ideas!’ Board
Category Comment
Youth Programs Arts and craft classes
Youth Programs Yoga for kids
Youth Programs Computer lab
Youth Programs Gardening
Youth Programs Game nights (board and family games)
Teen Programs Gaming events
Adult Programs Pickleball
Adult Programs Crafts
Older Adult Programs Pickleball
Older Adult Programs Computer for seniors to learn
Older Adult Programs Computer and social media classes
Older Adult Programs Later dances for adults
Older Adult Programs crafts
Clarke Estate Renovation Design Concepts
Concept 1 Votes Concept 2 Votes Total Votes
0 8 8
Lake Center Athletic Park - ‘What Areas of the Park are most important to you?’ Board Area Type Vote
Soccer Field 1
Track 0
Baseball field 0
Community Center 0
Picnic area 0
Other Comments
Dead Space. Pickleball/tennis court.

Outdoor Fitness Areas/Trails 3
Tennis Courts 1
Basketball Courts 1
Total
Other Comments
Child size basketball courts
Court and beach volleyball “I love me some volleyball”.

Designated skate area, skate park
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SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN Civic Center - ‘What Areas of the Park are most important to you?’ Board Area Type Vote
Aquatic Center 1
Train area 0
Greenhouse 0
Tongva Exhibit 0
Aviary 0
Picnic area 0
Open field 0
Other Comments
Are we getting jacuzzi? Used to have one!
Santa Fe Springs Park - ‘What Areas of the Park are most important to you?’ Board Area Type Vote
Field under powerlines 0
Playground 1
Basketball 0
Picnic shelter 1
Handball courts 0
Open Space 1
Other Comments
This area good for soccer fields. Not used much.

Restroom closer to picnic area.

Better maintenance on playground. Santa Fe Springs Park needs to be repaired.

Santa Fe Springs Athletic Park - ‘What Areas of the Park are most important to you?’ Board Area Type Vote
Soccer field/open field 0
Playground 1
Bleachers 0
Picnic area 0
Building 0
Other Comments
Playground needs to be updated
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Los Nietos Park - ‘What Areas of the Park are most important to you?’ Board Area Type Vote
Tennis courts 1
Tree/open area 1
Activity center 2
Baseball/soccer fields 2
Other Comments
Eliminate BB Fields; dedicated soccer. Need parking.

Soccer, put shade and benches
Pickle ball courts
Explore baking program. Second level
Cut out and trim tree its dangerous
Children’s gym
Vision Boards
Category Comment
Short Term Vision New snack bar upgrade at Little Lake Park Short Term Vision Replace stands at Lake Center Park. Add sunshade for visitors.

Short Term Vision Add more evening classes for families.

Short Term Vision Make parks friendlier for people with disabilities.

Mid Term Vision Add a space for children to have indoor gym classes.

Strengths and Opportunities Boards
Category Comment
Strengths Parks are kept clean. We have a lot of parks to visit.

Opportunity Areas Add more disability friendly equipment for children. 174

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SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN STAKEHOLDER GROUP #3: PARKS AND RECREATION STAFF
Date: October 21, 2025
Location: Virtual
Summary of All Questions and Responses
Question Public Comments Park Category
Question 1: What are the strengths
of Santa Fe Spring’s existing park
system?
Always have on-site staff
• Offering things to our
community
n/a Staff
Question 1: What are the strengths
of Santa Fe Spring’s existing park
system?
Strong community participation -
events - community shows up, as a
high level of participation
n/a Events
Question 1: What are the strengths
of Santa Fe Spring’s existing park
system?
Rental facility pricing n/a Facilities
Question 2: Are there areas of
improvement for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Camera systems lacking at parks,
security
• Motion-activated lighting
n/a Security
Question 2: Are there areas of
improvement for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Better lighting
• Little Lake Park - Someone
broken into picnic area to keep
lights on all night
Little Lake
Park
Lighting
Question 2: Are there areas of
improvement for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Better lighting
• Santa Fe Springs Park - The whole
park lacking lighting
Santa Fe
Springs Park
Lighting
Question 2: Are there areas of
improvement for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Better lighting
• Lakeview Park - No lighting
Lakeview
Park
Lighting
Question 2: Are there areas of
improvement for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Better lighting
• Neighbors don’t complain about
lighting
n/a Lighting
Question 2: Are there areas of
improvement for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Better buildings and indoor
facilities
n/a Facilities
Question 2: Are there areas of
improvement for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Little Lake and SFS park - flooding
at picnic areas
Little Lake
Park
Santa Fe
Springs Park
Flooding
Question 2: Are there areas of
improvement for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Larger BBQ areas needed n/a Picnic Areas
Question 2: Are there areas of
improvement for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Benches, tables, & bbqs getting
removed and not replace
n/a Picnic Areas
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Question 2: Are there areas of
improvement for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Upkeeping facilities - painting,
building upgrades
n/a Facilities
Question 2: Are there areas of
improvement for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Self-standing AAD accessible poles
[?]
n/a Accessibility
Question 2: Are there areas of
improvement for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Issues with people experiencing
homelessness, safety issues
• Gate up parks for safety
• Staff are responsible for calling
police
• Community members don’t want
to go to parks due to safety issues
n/a Unhoused
Population
Question 2: Are there areas of
improvement for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Security of public art - vandalism,
stolen statues
n/a Security
Question 2: Are there areas of
improvement for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
People don’t reserve fields at
certain times
n/a Fields
Question 2: Are there areas of
improvement for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Unutilized snack shacks convert
to storage spaces for sports
storage
• 3 snack bars
- Little Lake Park uses
- Los Nietos Park - unused and
needed for storage
- SFS athletic fields (Jersey Fields) -
unused and needed for storage
Little Lake
Park
Los Nietos
Park
Santa Fe
Springs
Athletic Park
Concession
Stand
Question 2: Are there areas of
improvement for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Replace racquetball/handball
courts with pickleball courts
• Used for different things, not
used behind the activity center,
expand activity center
n/a Courts -
Racquetball/
Handball
Question 2: Are there areas of
improvement for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Parking in residential areas
creates conflict with neighbors
n/a Parking
Question 4: Are there areas of
improvement for the City’s existing
recreation programs & services?
Another Tiny Tots program needed n/a Parking
Question 4: Are there areas of
improvement for the City’s existing
recreation programs & services?
More program offerings for older
working adults - after work senior
classes.
• More variety
• Limited on indoor sports spaces
to program that year-round
• Pickleball league
n/a Programming
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recreation programs & services?
Activity center is full - need for
more indoor space
n/a Programming
Question 5: What are some common
complaints or great ideas you hear
from community members?
Bringing back “Center Court” - old
outdoor hockey rink at the High
School
n/a Indoor
Facilities
Question 5: What are some common
complaints or great ideas you hear
from community members?
Complaints - aging facilities,
restrooms too small for events,
buildings are too old to provide
the highest level-of-service
• Deferred maintenance
• They don’t have enough space to
expand classes indoors
• Instructors don’t want classes
outside
High School Hockey Rink
Question 7: What are the top three
(3) outcomes you would like to see
from this planning process?
Hoping the plan brings together
community services and parks
and recreation
• Not duplicating services, grow
programs together
• Many people like that there are
so many program offerings
• Better job of reinventing or
canceling programs that are not
doing well, reevaluating every
year
n/a Facilities
Question 7: What are the top three
(3) outcomes you would like to see
from this planning process?
They are not clear lines about
which department is doing what
and feel a
• Clearly defined lines will make
more efficient and provide better
services to residents
n/a Park and
Recreation
Department
Unit
Question 7: What are the top three
(3) outcomes you would like to see
from this planning process?
Teen program overlaps
• P&R - teen center, activities,
homework help
• CS - arts and crafts, contracted
classes
• Separate facilities
n/a Programming
Overlap
Question 7: What are the top three
(3) outcomes you would like to see
from this planning process?
Overlap in special events
• Need for a unity
• Both run well but could be run
even better
n/a Programming
Overalp
Question 7: What are the top three
(3) outcomes you would like to see
from this planning process?
Reservations and registrations
• CS and P&R don’t have the same
system on activenet
• They all need to be run on the
same machine
n/a Update
Systems
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Question 7: What are the top three
(3) outcomes you would like to see
from this planning process?
Residents don’t know the
difference between parks and
recreation and community
services
n/a Educational
Question 7: What are the top three
(3) outcomes you would like to see
from this planning process?
Improve cost-recovery of
programming
• Clear-cut goals of cost-recovery
with what programs they are
offering
n/a Cost Recovery
Question 7: What are the top three
(3) outcomes you would like to see
from this planning process?
Improve tracking on number of
participants
• Helps truly understand how
many people they are serving
n/a Participation
Tracking
Question 7: What are the top three
(3) outcomes you would like to see
from this planning process?
Making use of all field-space
• SFS parks
• Youth sports programs - Los
Nietos for soccer and football
• No wasted spaces
• Small futsal/mini-pitch
Santa Fe
Springs Park
Fields
Question 7: What are the top three
(3) outcomes you would like to see
from this planning process?
Parkettes
• They are forgotten about and
neglected
• Improve playgrounds,
maintenance, re-design (if needed)
• Add outdoor fitness stations
(maybe two)
• Places to sit and stay
Parkettes Parkettes
Question 7: What are the top three
(3) outcomes you would like to see
from this planning process?
Soaring dreams plaza, counts as
open space but there are no active
amenities
• Add walking paths and outdoor
fitness stations
Soaring
Dream Plaza
New Park
Amenities
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Question Public Comments City
Comments
Park Category
Question 1: What are
the strengths of Santa
Fe Spring’s existing
park system?
High school and City
relationship is good
n/a n/a Partnership
Question 1: What are
the strengths of Santa
Fe Spring’s existing
park system?
Current use of hockey rink [At
High School, used to be a JUA
with the City]
n/a n/a Hockey Rink
Question 1: What are
the strengths of Santa
Fe Spring’s existing
park system?
Little League has a great
relationship with the City -
believes the City facilities are
great. (ex: School dances, Futsal,
Cheer practice, Youth roller
hockey, Team practice/training,
and PE classes).

City is open
to future
Joint-use w/
city (ex:Turf
training
facilities,
Sand
volleyball,
Futsal).
n/a Facilities
Question 1: What are
the strengths of Santa
Fe Spring’s existing
park system?
Little League has a great
relationship with the City -
believes the City facilities are
great
n/a n/a Facilities
Question 2: Are there
areas of improvement
for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
I like the park space in the city - I
do want to see the community
garden beautified and become
more of a destination point for
residents
n/a n/a Community
Garden
Question 2: Are there
areas of improvement
for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Our school has a futsal team
and would welcome a spot to
utilize - we use our indoor gym
for this
n/a n/a Futsal
Question 2: Are there
areas of improvement
for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
High school is under
construction, and teams have
had to use City facilities
n/a n/a Community
Garden
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Location: Virtual
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Question 2: Are there
areas of improvement
for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
T-ball fields at Lake Center
Athletic Park should be
swapped and added to the
north - add in multi-use fields on
the north-side and south side
• Could use for t-ball, 50-70,
and softball (multiple levels of
baseball and softball)
n/a Lake Center
Athletic Park
Futsal
Question 2: Are there
areas of improvement
for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Pickleball in SFS n/a Santa Fe
Springs Park
Facilities
Question 2: Are there
areas of improvement
for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Add batting cages at Lake
Center Athletic Park
n/a Lake Center
Athletic Park
T-Ball Fields
Question 2: Are there
areas of improvement
for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Centralized park for all Baseball
and Softball programs
n/a Lake Center
Athletic
Parkand/
or Santa
Fe Springs
Athletic Park
Pickleball
Question 2: Are there
areas of improvement
for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Lake Center uses for soccer
leagues because they are no
longer able to use the High
School/Jersey Park (Lakeview
Park)
n/a Lakeview
Park
Batting Cages
Question 2: Are there
areas of improvement
for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Centralized park for soccer
programs
n/a Los Nietos
Park
Programming
Question 2: Are there
areas of improvement
for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Also uses Los Nietos Park.
• Growing, 900-1000 kids in the
program per year.
• Needs soccer fields with
lighting.
n/a Los Nietos
Park
Soccer Fields
Question 2: Are there
areas of improvement
for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Lighted fields are needed and
new lighting systems exist that
are well-designed to not allow
lighting leakage
n/a n/a Soccer Fields
with Lighting
Question 2: Are there
areas of improvement
for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Utilize existing field space
better
n/a n/a Fields w
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areas of improvement
for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Limited field space with lights
for soccer and football
n/a n/a Fields Lighting
Question 2: Are there
areas of improvement
for Santa Fe Spring’s
existing park system?
Snack shacks are not used for
selling snacks, rather more
useful for storage.
• Los Nietos not used, *Jersey
Park not used.
n/a Los Nietos
Park and
Lakeview
Park
Concession
Stand Use
Question 3: What
are the strengths of
the City’s existing
recreation programs &
services?
Soccer leagues have been
growing
n/a n/a Programming
Question 4: Are there
areas of improvement
for the City’s existing
recreation programs &
services?
Younger girls participation of
sports
n/a n/a Girls
Programming
Question 4: Are there
areas of improvement
for the City’s existing
recreation programs &
services?
Additional sand volleyball
courts needed with
programming
n/a n/a Programming
and Volleyball
Courts
Question 4: Are there
areas of improvement
for the City’s existing
recreation programs &
services?
Girls and boys youth flag
football facilities/programs
needed
n/a n/a Programming
and Flag
Football Fields
Question 4: Are there
areas of improvement
for the City’s existing
recreation programs &
services?
Pickleball facilities/programs
needed
n/a n/a Programming
and Pickleball
Courts
Question 4: Are there
areas of improvement
for the City’s existing
recreation programs &
services?
High school uses hockey rink
now -
n/a n/a Hockey Rink
Question 4: Are there
areas of improvement
for the City’s existing
recreation programs &
services?
Field-space is a high need to
help develop programs
n/a n/a Programming
and Fields
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Question 4: Are there
areas of improvement
for the City’s existing
recreation programs &
services?
Desire for girls softball back
into Metro Little League
• Currently one all-girls T-ball
team
n/a n/a Girls softball
Question 4: Are there
areas of improvement
for the City’s existing
recreation programs &
services?
50/70 division (12&13) (need
special facility)
n/a n/a Youth facilities
Question 5: What
are some common
complaints or great
ideas you hear from
community members?
Homeless people
• Not a big issue at Lake Center,
once in a while
• Issues at Jersey - small group of
a few unhoused people
n/a Lake Center
Athletic Park
Lakeview
Park
Unhoused pop.

Question 5: What
are some common
complaints or great
ideas you hear from
community members?
Issues with community
members misusing the fields
and leads to lower field quality
(ie. ripped up grass, dead grass,
etc.)
• Fences across all athletic fields
would be beneficial
• Fencing fields would help take
better care of the fields
n/a n/a Maintenance
Comment Category Park
More football fields/multi-use soccer/football fields
• With stands, lighting,
• Specialized for football, or multiuse with soccer
Fields - Multi
Purpose
Lighting
n/a
Football practices at Little Lake Park, shared with soccer program Football Little Lake Park
They have to fundraise to outsource to rent out high school fields • Example in pico riviera for a small football stadium
• Fields need to at a secure facility, gated fields
Fields -
Security
High School
Games at Norwalk High School, used to have games at Santa Fe High school
• Used to be $800 per day (santa fe highschool), $1800 (cal high), $3500 for one day (Norwalk HS)
• Scheduling issues if not scheduled far in advance (April) • About 200 people per game (parents and kids)
Fields -
Renting
Norwalk
High School
Santa Fe
High School
The City works well with their organization Partnerships n/a Likes that there’s always staff on-site Staff n/a
Maintenance issues with the grass (irrigation system, gophers) Maintenance n/a They rely on lighting since they have to practice at night, lighting at Little Lake Park is good
Lighting n/a
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• They are everywhere anyways
• Staff is there to help when there is an issue
Unhoused
pop.
n/a
Not as many teams went from 6 teams to 4 teams in a few years, used to be 12 teams years ago
• Families go to other teams
• 4.5 years to 14 years (not in HS yet)
Programming
- Sports
Teams
n/a
Christian School uses the athletic fields Fields Christian High School
Security at the parks is a problem
• Fences around parks
• Clean and safe parks
• Says homeless is an issue
Security n/a
Uses parks for after school events and class events during school Educational n/a They use the community garden they walk there and enjoy it • They use the barbeque and picnic tables
Community
Garden
Community
Garden
Oil wells at garden are not active Amenities Community
Garden
Conservation and maintaining existing greenspace and making them better is important for learning and accessibility
• They learn about science and animals and plants
Maintenance Community
Garden
In need of revitalization/improvements ImprovementsCommunity Garden
Visit at least once a week they have one plot
• Educational space, gives them a chance to play in the dirt • $50 a year
• 4th grade and kindergarten (has also taken middle schoolers/8th grade) Educational Community
Garden
Needs to be more a part of the park system, needs better maintenance • The forgotten park
Maintenance n/a
Improvements: fix the walkways, mulch, safe walkways, gravel, add unified plot border, everyone has their own border
• Make it a destination point so people will want to come to use it • Dedicated learning space
• Projects never get finished at the community garden
• Not up to par with the rest of the City parks
• Uses keys currently, use a combination lock instead of keys • Gardening program
Accessibility n/a
Wishes other schools would use it too for educational purposes Educational Community Garden
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Comment Category Concept Event
Preserve the nature and beauty of the greenery Green Space General Pop-Up 1 Lawn space is smaller on concept 1 but I still prefer
it. Do not see the need for more parking
Lawn Space Concept 1 Pop-Up 1
Prefers concept 1 because of the event space lawn
bistro lights
Event Space Concept 1 Pop-Up 1
Concept 1 is preferred because of the amount of
outdoor space/greenspace
Green Space Concept 1 Pop-Up 1
Event space seems to be too small Clarke Estate
renovation
Event Space General Pop-Up 1
I’d like event center for family parties Event Space Concept 1 Workshop 1 Indoor event space to hold birthday parties [and]
baby showers on a smaller scale.

Event Space Concept 1 Workshop 1
Yes! The outdoor stage Amphitheater Concept 1 Stakeholder 1 (Teens)
You could have concerts in the park at the stages
and it would be aesthetic
Amphitheater Concept 1 Stakeholder 1
(Teens)
Too much focus on expanding parking lots and not
parks
Parking General Pop-Up 3
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PROGRAM

FUNDING

SOURCE PURPOSE/DESCRIPTION

PROJECT
TYPES

PROJECT

EXAMPLES

I PL P T

FEDERAL PROGRAMS
Community
Forest and
Open Space
Conservation
Program
Department
of
Agriculture,
U.S. Forest
Service
Competitive grant program that
provides financial assistance to
tribal entities, local governments,
and qualified conservation nonprofit organizations to acquire and establish community forests
that provide community benefits.

Community benefits include
economic benefits through active
forest management, clean water,
wildlife habitat, educational
opportunities, and public access
for recreation.
x x
Expand town forest
and protection of
hiking trails
Outdoor
Recreation
Legacy
Partnership
(ORLP)
Program
National
Parks
Service
ORLP is a nationally competitive
program targeting grant
assistance to help economically
disadvantaged urban communities
with no, or almost no, access
to publicly available, close-by,
outdoor recreation. Funds can
be used for the acquisition
and/or development of, or to
substantially renovate obsolete,
public parks and other outdoor
recreation spaces.
x x
New park
development;
Rehabilitation
or Renovation of
Existing Parks;
Facility Construction
or Improvements;
Developing walking,
biking, or nature
trails; Community
engagement/
education
enhancements
APPENDIX B: POTENTIAL FUNDING SOURCES

FUNDING MECHANISMS
The following section describes potential federal, state, and local funding sources that can be pursued to advance the recommendations in the Plan. The funding sources vary in purpose and scope, but are intended to help the City implement parks, recreation, and trails projects and programming. The following information includes potential funding sources, as well a general description of the program, funding cycle, and example projects. * I = Infrastructure PL=Planning P=Programming T=Trails 220

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PROGRAM

FUNDING

SOURCE PURPOSE/DESCRIPTION

PROJECT
TYPES

PROJECT

EXAMPLES

I PL P T

STATE PROGRAMS
Habitat
Conservation
Fund
Program
California
Department
of Parks and
Recreation
The Habitat Conservation Fund
provides funding to cities,
counties, and districts to protect
fish, wildlife, and native plant
resources; to acquire or develop
wildlife corridors and trails; and to
provide for nature interpretation
programs and other programs
which bring urban residents into
park and wildlife areas.
x x
Build new trails;
Rehabilitate
existing trails;
Install interpretive
trail elements;
Install seating or
lighting along trails;
Develop educational
or interpretive
activities or trips;
Acquisition of land
Land and
Water
Conservation
Fund - State
and Local
Assistance
Program
California
Department
of Parks and
Recreation
The Land and Water Conservation
Fund State and Local Assistance
Program (‘LWCF Stateside’)
provides matching grants to state,
local, and tribal governments to
create and expand parks, develop
recreation facilities, and further
local recreation plans. Eligible
projects include acquisition
or development projects -
combination projects are not
eligible.
x x
Acquisition to
expand or provide a
buffer for an existing
park; Development
of recreation
features such as
athletic courts/
fields, playgrounds,
picnic areas, dog
parks, community/
botanic gardens,
skate parks or pump
tracks, swimming
pools; Development
of support amenities
such as restrooms
buildings, parking
lots, and lighting/
landscaping
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PROGRAM

FUNDING

SOURCE PURPOSE/DESCRIPTION

PROJECT
TYPES

PROJECT

EXAMPLES

I PL P T
Public Access
Program
California
Wildlife
Conservation Board
The Program prioritizes: boating
access projects, hunting and
fishing projects, and nonconsumptive wildlife-oriented recreation. The Public Access
Program prioritizes projects that
further the goals of the California
Natural Resource Agency’s
Outdoors for All Initiative by
providing equitable access to
parks and nature. Projects should
enhance access for underserved
communities and include
meaningful collaboration with
California Native American tribes.

Projects should enhance, improve,
or construct facilities that provide
hunting and fishing opportunities.
x x
Fundable activities
and infrastructure
include multi-lingual
interpretive signs,
trails, ADA parking
and restrooms,
community
outreach, and
development
of interpretive
programs.

PHILANTHROPIC PROGRAMS
Arts in
California
Parks
Arts in CA
Parks CA
Parks
The Arts in California Parks Grants
Program revitalized local parks
with diverse experiences that
foster creativity, community
connection, and transform them
into vibrant hubs of art, culture,
and nature. Both Planning &
Development and Implementation
grants are available.
x x x
Large murals; ADAaccessible art paths;
Art workshops;
Music programs;
Paid apprenticeship
programs; Sculpture
creations; Art and
nature education
events
Community
Change
Grants
America
Walks
The Community Change
Grants program supports the
growing network of advocates,
organizations, and agencies
working to advance walkability.

Grants are awarded to innovative
and inclusive programs and
projects that create change and
opportunity for walking and
movement at the community level.
x x x x
Trail or walking
path development;
Guided or self-guided
walking, hiking, or
cycling tours; Design
and installation of
public art
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PROGRAM

FUNDING

SOURCE PURPOSE/DESCRIPTION

PROJECT
TYPES

PROJECT

EXAMPLES

I PL P T
Exploring
Equitable
Futures
Robert
Wood
Johnson
Foundation
The Robert Wood Johnson
Foundation seeks to advance the
work of its Ideas for an Equitable
Future team to imagine what the
world might look like in the next
10 to 100 years and explore how
those futures may unfold in ways
that could slowdown or speed up
our collective efforts to dismantle
structural racism and improve
health equity.
x x x x
Community-led
visioning labs
for green space;
Data modelling to
predict access gaps;
Park prescription
initiatives; Develop
or retrofit park
spaces to center
cultural or heritage
practices
Energize the
Environment
Grant
Program
Quadratec
Cares
Restoration
for
Recreation
Program
Quadratec offers small one-time
grants for projects that promote
environmental connection,
responsibility, and/or stewardship.
x x x
Trail building or
restoration projects;
Park beautification
events;
Environmental
education projects;
Youth educational
engagement events
Fruit Trees
For Your
Community
The Fruit
Tree Planing
Foundation
The Fruit Tree Planting Foundation
donates fruit orchards where
the harvest will best serve
communities for generations,
at places such as community
gardens, public schools, city/state
parks, low-income neighborhoods,
etc.
x
Planting of highquality fruit-trees
and shrubs at a local
park
Game OnCommunity
Places
to Play
Initiative
Local
Initiative
Support
Coalition
(LISC)
The goal is to improve the quality,
safety, and accessibility of local
athletic spaces for young people.

Funds will be awarded to outdoor
and indoor facilities that enable
and demonstrate local community
access and usage for all organized
youth sports, including but not
limited to basketball, baseball,
softball, soccer, football, tennis,
lacrosse, and volleyball.
x x x x
Sport court or
athletic field
construction or
refurbishing; Youth
development
programs including
life skills workshops,
civic engagement
and leadership,
workforce
development, etc.

Hometown
Grants T-Mobile
Hometown Grants fund shovelready projects in rural towns that foster local connections, including
technology upgrades, outdoor
spaces, the arts, and community
centers.
x x
Improvements to
outdoor parks or
trails; Adaptive uses
of older buildings
into community
centers
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PROJECT

EXAMPLES

I PL P T
Humanities
Projects
Grants
National
Endowment
for
Humanities
The National Endowment for
Humanities offers a range of
different grant programs on an
ongoing basis. Different grant
programs provide funding for
a variety of outputs, including
but not limited to infrastructure,
equipment, programming,
curriculum, research, media, and
more.
x x x
Community
discussions; Films
and documentaries;
Climate adaptation
planning; Cultural
preservation and
resilience; Trainings
and workshops
Parks for All HydroFlask
The Parks For All program
supports non-profit organizations
focused on building, maintaining,
restoring, and providing more
equitable access to parks.
x x
Park Restoration;
New Parks; Equitable
Access
Rails to
Trails Grant
Program
Rails to
Trails
Rails to Trails provides funding to
organizations and local agencies
that are working to develop and
connect equitable trail network.
x x x
Rail-trail; Greenway;
Multi-use trail;
Shared-use path
The
Skatepark
Project
Grants
The
Skatepark
Project
The Skatepark Project offers
grants to help underserved
communities create safe and
inclusive public skateparks for
youth.
x
New Skatepark/
Skate Spot
Construction;
Skateable Art
Sculptures;
Active City Space
Conversion;
Accessibility
Improvements/
Repairs
The Soccer
Fund
National
Recreation
and Park
Association
x Musco
Lighting
This program is design to address
barriers to participating in youth
sports, increase access to youth
sports, and improve the quality of
youth sports opportunities across
the community.
x
Youth-focused
events; Installation
of Musco Mini-Pitch
system or lighting;
Creation of youth
advisory council;
Creation of new
sports league; Coach
training
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APPENDIX

SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN

LOCAL FUNDING SOURCES
General Fund
City Gas Tax Revenues
Foundations
Businesses and Corporations
Developer Impact Fees
Advertising Sales/Naming
Rights
Community Facilities District
(CFD)
Easement Agreements/Revenues
Equipment Rental Fees
Facilities Benefit Assessment
District (BFA)
Facility Use Permit Fees
Fees and Charges/Recreation
Service Fees
Food and Beverage Tax
General Fund
General Obligation Bonds
Infrastructure Financing District (IFD)
In-Lieu Fees
Intergovernmental Agreements
Lease Revenues
Mello Roos Districts
Park Impact Fees
Pouring Rights Agreements
Private Development Agreements
Residential Park Improvement
Fees
Bond Revenues
Sales Tax Revenues
Surplus Real Estate Revenues
Utility Taxes
Wastewater Fund Reserves
Business Improvement Districts (BIDs)
Maintenance Assessment
Districts (MADs)
Property Improvement Districts (PBIDs)
Landscape Maintenance Districts (LMDs)
Targeted Fundraising Activities
Special Habitat Conservation
Programs
Special Parks and Recreation
Bond Revenues
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APPENDIX C: CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN (CIP)
CIP # Park/Area Recommendation Tier Timeline Source Cost Range Amenity Deficit (Y/N) 1 Citywide Add solar panels on recreation buildings, shade structures, and parking canopies Tier 2 Mid City Need Varies2 Citywide Implement drought tolerant landscape conversion where turf is not program critical Tier 2 Mid City Need Varies3 Citywide Develop smart gate systems tied to scheduling and emergency overrides and include license plate recognition or smart access control for gated facilities Tier 1 Short City Need Varies4 Citywide Add Park/Facility usage counters on trails and at entrances to quantify how many people are using facilities Tier 2 Mid City Need Varies5 Citywide Develop a design standards manual to ensure consistent design practices through all parks (i.e. sign standards) Tier 3 Long City Need Varies6 Citywide Incorporate new City branding elements at parks and facilities Tier 1 Short City Need $1,000-$2,500 per sign7 Citywide Add smart park signage with QR codes for maps, rules, reservations, and programming Tier 1 Short City Need $1,000-$2,500 per sign8 Citywide Add drinking fountains with bottle fillers at all major activity nodes Tier 1 Short City Need $5,500-$7,0009 Citywide Add smart trash and recycling bins with fill sensors at parks Tier 3 Long City Need Varies 10 Citywide
Develop a citywide Connectivity Plan to explore the feasibility of developing urban trails and improved walking routes for residents to better connect the community to park, provide linear recreation opportunities, and enhance safety Tier 3 Long Best practices Varies
11 Citywide Develop consistent budget and expenses tracking system across all programs, services, maintenance Tier 1 Short City Need Varies12 Citywide Consistent program registration system and process Tier 1 Short Staff Varies13 River Parcel (Future Park) Create dog park or dog amenities Tier 2 Mid Concept Plan $300,000-$500,000 Y14 River Parcel (Future Park) Create restroom facility Tier 2 Mid Concept Plan $700,000-$1,250,00015 River Parcel (Future Park) Add walking trail Tier 2 Mid Concept Plan $33 per sq ft16 Center Court Collaborate with High School to re-establish Joint-use Agreement and convert the existing hockey rink into a mini-pitch soccer facility for shared-use Tier 3 Long City Need $220,000-$300,000 17 Center Court Renovate existing building at Center Court Tier 3 Long City Need Varies18 Center Court/Santa Fe High SchooAdd lighting to the High School track for community-wide use Tier 3 Long City Need $150,000-$400,000 19 Heritage Park Add train ride trail Tier 3 Long City Need varies20 Heritage Park Add walking trail on the south side of the park and connect with existing walking path Tier 2 Mid City Need $33 per sq ft21 Heritage Park Enhance existing wrought iron fencing Tier 2 Mid City Need Varies22 Heritage Park Add keyless access and automated gate system Tier 2 Mid City Need Varies23 Heritage Park Enhance the Carriage Barn into multi-use historical facility Tier 3 Long City Need Varies24 Davenrich Parkette Add ADA-accessible picnic tables Tier 2 Mid Condition Assessment $3,000-$5,000 per table25 Davenrich Parkette Add outdoor fitness stations Tier 2 Mid Outreach $5,000-$8,000 per equipment Y26 Davenrich Parkette Update play area Tier 2 Mid Condition Assessment $300,000-$500,00027 Bradwell Parkette Add ADA-accessible picnic tables Tier 2 Mid Condition Assessment $3,000-$5,000 per table28 Bradwell Parkette Add outdoor fitness stations Tier 3 Long Outreach $5,000-$8,000 per equipment Y29 Bradwell Parkette Add park games such as ping-pong tables and cornhole Tier 3 Long Outreach $3,000-$22,000 per equipment30 Bradwell Parkette Update play area Tier 2 Mid Condition Assessment $300,000-$500,00031 Longworth Parkette Add ADA-accessible picnic tables Tier 2 Mid Condition Assessment $3,000-$5,000 per table32 Longworth Parkette Add park games such as ping-pong tables and cornhole Tier 3 Long Outreach $3,000-$22,000 per equipment33 Longworth Parkette Update play area Tier 2 Mid Condition Assessment $300,000-$500,00034 Community Garden Consider opportunities to enhance, expand, relocate, or otherwise modify the program based on community needs, participation levels, and broader priorities.

Tier 2 Mid City Need Varies
35 Town Center Hall Create designated loading and drop-off zone Tier 3 Long City Need n/a36 Town Center Hall New enclosed patio area for the social hall Tier 3 Long City Need n/a37 Town Center Hall New classroom extension on the front lawn Tier 3 Long City Need n/a Y Santa Fe Springs Parks, Recreation, and Community Services CIP 38 Town Center Hall Renovate bar area to include a beverage counter with drain Tier 3 Long City Need n/a 39 Town Center Hall Renovate kitchen area to include a walk in refrigerator Tier 3 Long City Need n/a40 Town Center Hall Refresh foyer to create a more welcoming entry experience Tier 3 Long City Need n/a41 Town Center Hall Upgraded Wi Fi throughout the facility Tier 2 Mid City Need n/a42 Town Center Hall Upgrade speakers around the perimeter of the building Tier 2 Mid City Need n/a43 Aquatic Center *Complete Phase 2 of Aquatic Center renovations for renovations of the poolhouse Tier 1 Short Concept Plan n/a44 Aquatic Center Add multi-use LED scoreboard for swim meets and special events Tier 2 Mid City Need Varies45 Lake Center Athletic Park Renovate park according to existing concept plan for new T-ball fields, walking loop, expanded parking, and other improvements Tier 2 Mid Concept Plan n/a Y46 Lake Center Athletic Park Work with school district to update/upgrade existing track to rubber-surface and add a synthetic turf field Tier 3 Long Outreach $1,300,000-2,000,00047 Lake Center Athletic Park Update play area Tier 2 Mid Condition Assessment $300,000-$500,00048 Lake Center Athletic Park Add additional parking Tier 2 Mid City Need $175,000-200,000 per 50 stalls with lighting49 Lake Center Athletic Park Consider adding a new hitting facility and/or a baseball/softball and golf simulator facility Tier 3 Long City Need Varies50 Lake Center Athletic Park Expand the snack bar Tier 2 Mid City Need Varies51 Lake Center Athletic Park Upgrade all park lighting (security, field, and track) Tier 1 Short City Need $150,000-$400,000 per stadium light $10,000 per security light 52 Lake Center Athletic Park Ensure all fields are ADA-accessible Tier 1 Short City Need $33 per sq ft53 Lake Center Athletic Park Enhance security by adding security cameras Tier 1 Short City Need $23,000-$25,00054 Lakeview Park Expand play area to include swings Tier 1 Short City Need $20,000-$50,00055 Lakeview Park Remove existing wading pool Tier 2 Mid City Need Varies56 Lakeview Park Renovate existing recreation building to include multi-purpose room Tier 2 Mid City Need Varies57 Lakeview Park Add designated off-street parking Tier 2 Mid City Need $175,000-200,000 per 50 stalls with lighting58 Lakeview Park Add ADA-accessible pathways to picnic areas Tier 2 Mid Condition Assessment $33 per sq ft59 Lakeview Park Renovate existing reservable picnic area Tier 2 Mid City Need $200,000-$250,00060 Lakeview Park Add full walking loop Tier 3 Mid Outreach $33 per sq ft61 Lakeview Park Add free public Wi-Fi Tier 2 Mid City Need n/a62 Lakeview Park Include new sustainable design elements into the design of the park including EV charging stations, solar panels, and solar-powered lighting. Tier 3 Long City Need Varies63 Lakeview Park Add smart irrigation system Tier 2 Mid City Need $6 per sq ft64 Little Lake Park Develop fields into a baseball/softball complex. Reorient fields to face outwards with a centrally-located concession building. Tier 3 Long City Need $800,000-1,000,000 per natural grass field$1,000,000-2,000,000 per concession stand 65 Little Lake Park Expand wading pool features Tier 3 Long City Need $700,000-$1,000,00066 Little Lake Park Renovate and expand existing indoor facility Tier 3 Long Outreach Varies67 Little Lake Park Add field maintenance equipment storage facility Tier 2 Mid City Need $700-$800 per sq ft68 Little Lake Park Re-configure existing picnic areas throughout the park so they are ADA- accessible and follow CPTED principles Tier 2 Mid Condition Assessment $200,000-$250,000 per shaded picnic area 69 Little Lake Park Build larger play area in existing location and include all-inclusive and adventure play features Tier 3 Long Outreach $2,000,000-$2,600,000 Y70 Little Lake Park Renovate or reimagine batting cage area and convert to above ground structures or consider replacing batting cages with mini-pitch soccer and/or a baseball/softball and golf simulator facility Tier 3 Long City Need n/a
71 Little Lake Park Fence off the entire park with a controlled gate access Tier 3 Long City Need Varies72 Little Lake Park Improve lighting in both parking lots and throughout the park Tier 2 Mid City Need $10,000 per light 73 Little Lake Park Upgrade ballfield lighting Tier 3 Long City Need $150,000-$400,000 per stadium light74 Little Lake Park Add ADA-accessible pathways to picnic areas Tier 2 Mid Condition Assessment $33 per sq ft75 Little Lake Park Add a walking loop around the perimeter of the park with fitness stations Tier 3 Long Outreach $5,000-$8,000 per fitness equipment76 Santa Fe Springs Athletic Fields Update existing play area Tier 2 Mid Condition Assessment $750,000-$2,000,00077 Santa Fe Springs Athletic Fields Add a marquee Tier 1 Short City Need Varies 78 Santa Fe Springs Athletic Fields Add two additional diamond fields Tier 2 Mid Concept Plan $800,000-1,000,000 per natural grass field 79 Santa Fe Springs Athletic Fields Add batting cages and/or a baseball/softball and golf simulator facility Tier 2 Mid Concept Plan Varies80 Santa Fe Springs Athletic Fields Consider adding infield-only practice fields Tier 2 Mid City Need Varies81 Santa Fe Springs Athletic Fields Renovate northern building to include expanded storage Tier 2 Mid City Need $700-$800 per sq ft82 Santa Fe Springs Athletic Fields Add warning tracks to two fields Tier 2 Mid City Need Varies83 Santa Fe Springs Athletic Fields Update lighting throughout the park Tier 2 Mid City Need $10,000 per light84 Santa Fe Springs Athletic Fields Add new smart irrigation system Tier 2 Mid City Need Varies85 Santa Fe Springs Athletic Fields Add walking loop around the perimeter of the park with fitness stations Tier 3 Long City Need $5,000-$8,000 per fitness equipment86 Santa Fe Springs Park Add dog park or dog amenities Tier 3 Long City Need $300,000-$500,000 Y87 Santa Fe Springs Park Upgrade picnic areas Tier 2 Mid City Need $200,000-$250,00088 Santa Fe Springs Park Remove existing wading pool Tier 1 Short City Need Varies89 Santa Fe Springs Park Add park games (Ping-pong, cornhole, etc.) Tier 2 Mid Outreach $3,000-$22,000 per equipment90 Santa Fe Springs Park Create traffic garden for children Tier 3 Long City Need n/a91 Santa Fe Springs Park Renovate handball courts Tier 2 Mid City Need $12,000+ for resurfacing92 Santa Fe Springs Park Add frisbee golf Tier 3 Long City Need Varies93 Santa Fe Springs Park Develop full walking loop with fitness stations Tier 3 Long City Need $33 per sq ft (walking path) $5,000-$8,000 per fitness equipment94 Santa Fe Springs Park Renovate landscaping to provide better visibility throughout the park (i.e.. plant high-branching trees and replace existing shrubs with lower plantings) Tier 1 Short Best practices Varies95 Santa Fe Springs Park Upgrade the fence along the riverbed to be 6-8' Tier 1 Short City Need Varies96 Santa Fe Springs Park Improve park security by adding security cameras and lighting Tier 1 Short City Need $23,000-$25,000 for security system $10,000 per light97 Santa Fe Springs Park Upgrade irrigation with new smart system Tier 2 Mid City Need Varies98 Santa Fe Springs Park Improve park entry signage Tier 1 Short Outreach $1,000-$2,500 per sign99 Santa Fe Springs Park Improve pedestrian access into the park Tier 1 Short Outreach Varies 100 Santa Fe Springs Park Add automated gates to park entrances Tier 1 Short City Need Varies101 Santa Fe Springs Park Consider adding new amenities that address LOS deficits such as a dog park, skatepark, volleyball courts, or pickleball courts Tier 3 Long Outreach $50,000-$4,000,000 (depending on amenity) Y
102 Los Nietos Park Develop artificial turf soccer fields at existing diamond fields Tier 2 Mid City Need $2,500,000-$4,000,000103 Los Nietos Park Expand the activity center where existing handball courts are located Tier 3 Long Outreach Varies104 Los Nietos Park Replace existing handball courts with pickleball courts Tier 3 Long City Need $65,000-80,000 Y105 Los Nietos Park Replace existing wading pool with splashpad Tier 3 Long City Need $1,000,000-$2,500,000 Y106 Los Nietos Park Expand existing play area Tier 3 Long City Need107 Los Nietos Park Update existing restrooms Tier 2 Mid City Need $700,000-$1,250,000108 Los Nietos Park Consider adding mini-pitch soccer Tier 2 Mid City Need $220,000-$300,000109 Los Nietos Park Eliminate storage facility west of existing handball courts Tier 1 Short City Need Varies110 Los Nietos Park Develop a full walking loop Tier 2 Mid Outreach $33 per sq ft111 Los Nietos Park Create outdoor fitness trail along a walking loop Tier 3 Long Outreach $5,000-$8,000 per equipment Y112 Los Nietos Park Add additional pedestrian-scale lighting Tier 2 Mid Outreach $10,000 per light 113 Los Nietos Park Upgrade field lighting Tier 2 Mid City Need $90,000-150,000 per light114 Los Nietos Park Develop fencing to enhance security and adhere to CPTED principles Tier 1 Short City Need Varies115 Los Nietos Park Expand boxing area Tier 2 Mid City Need Varies116 Los Nietos Park Expand weight room Tier 2 Mid City Need Varies117 Los Nietos Park Add additional office space Tier 2 Mid City Need Varies118 Los Nietos Park Add conference room Tier 2 Mid City Need Varies119 Los Nietos Park Add employee breakroom with sink Tier 2 Mid City Need Varies120 Los Nietos Park Enhanced storage areas within the Activity Center Tier 2 Mid City Need $700-$800 per sq ft121 Los Nietos Park Add new window shades Tier 1 Short City Need Varies122 Los Nietos Park Add new wood flooring for basketball/volleyball in the gymnasium Tier 2 Mid City Need Varies 226

APPENDIX

SANTA FE SPRINGS PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN RESOLUTION NO. 10022

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE

CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS APPROVING AND
ADOPTING THE CITY’S PARKS, RECREATION,

AND COMMUNITY SERVICES MASTER PLAN
WHEREAS, accessible, diverse, and well-maintained parks, recreation facilities, and community services are vital components of a healthy community; and WHEREAS, the City of Santa Fe Springs (“City”) engaged in a year-long planning process to develop a Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Master Plan (“Master Plan”) attached herein as Exhibit “A”; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of the Master Plan is to provide a framework for the development, enhancement, and management of existing City park facilities, programming, and services through a long range plan; and WHEREAS, the Master Plan describes the existing conditions of the City’s facilities and infrastructure, scores existing assets and amenities at City parks, and analyzes how current operations and maintenance needs are being met; and WHEREAS, the Master Plan also provides guidance to City staff and elected officials regarding the development, investment, and management decisions impacting City parks and recreation facilities over the next decade; and WHEREAS, ensuring community participation was critical to developing the Master Plan. Community members had multiple opportunities to provide feedback on potential areas of improvement by participating in surveys, workshops, pop-up events in the community, and on the project’s website; and
WHEREAS, the Master Plan identifies four (4) goals for improving the City’s park and recreation system including (1) improved public spaces, (2) inclusive access, (3) community pride, and (4) program success. The Master Plan also includes objectives and action items to achieve these goals; and
WHEREAS, the Master Plan also provides recommendations for each existing park and recreation facility in the City. However, the Master Plan does not require the City to implement any specific recommendations, projects, or expenditures described therein; and
WHEREAS, the City wishes to adopt the Master Plan to pursue the identified goals and create enriching opportunities for the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of all community members.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Santa Fe Springs does hereby find, determine, declare, order, and resolve as follows:

SECTION 1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct and incorporated herein by reference.

SECTION 2. The City Council hereby approves and adopts the Master Plan as included herein.

SECTION 3. This action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (Pub. Res. Code § 21000 et seq.) (“CEQA”) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines (Cal.

Code Regs., tit. 14., § 15000 et seq.) Section 15061(b)(3) because this action is to approve and adopt the Master Plan and there is no possibility that this action will have a significant effect on the environment. The project does not approve any construction or development, any future construction or development will be subject to the CEQA process. Therefore, no further action is necessary pursuant to CEQA.

SECTION 4. The resolution shall take effect immediately upon its passage by the City Council, and the City Clerk shall attest to and certify the adoption of this Resolution.

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS.

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:
_________________________
Maribel Garcia, City Clerk
ITEM # 8

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: René Bobadilla, P.E., City Manager
BY: Arlene Salazar, Director of Police and Community Services SUBJECT: APPROVAL OF 2027 TOURNAMENT OF ROSES FLOAT DESIGN AND ADDITIONAL

ALLOCATION OF FUNDING
DATE: June 16, 2026
RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council:

1. Review and approve the presented Rose Float Design, developed by Phoenix Decorating Company (Phoenix); and

2. Approve an additional allocation of $30,000 in Fiscal Year 2026–27 Art in Public Places Special Fund monies for expenditures related to the Tournament of Roses Float Program; and

3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

FISCAL IMPACT
There is no impact to the General Fund. However, staff is requesting an additional allocation of $30,000 in Fiscal Year 2026–27 from the Art in Public Places Contracted Services Fund 2510-542050, to address rising costs associated with the construction, transportation, and operation of the City’s 2027 Rose Parade float entry. Increased material and supply costs, tariffs, higher fuel and transportation expenses, flower shipping and procurement costs, labor cost increases, and other inflationary pressures have contributed to higher overall project expenses. The additional funding will help ensure the City can successfully complete the float and transport it to Santa Fe Springs for the 2027 Rose Float Viewing event while maintaining the quality and presentation standards expected for a Tournament of Roses entry. All other costs related to float development have been allocated in the adopted Fiscal Year 2026–27 budget.

BACKGROUND
On April 1, 2025, the City Council approved the City's participation in the 2026 through 2028 Pasadena CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF JUNE 16, 2026
Approval of 2027 TOR Float Design and Additional Allocation of Funding

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