YOUTH CRICKET BATTING CAGES
MARCH 2022
FOR THE:
CITY OF SUNNYVALE
PREPARED BY:
VERDE DESIGN
FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
01 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
07 CONCLUSION
06 POTENTIAL FUNDING SOURCES
04 COMMUNITY OUTREACH
03 CRICKET BATTING CAGE DESIGN
02 SITE INVENTORY & SITE ANALYSIS
05 COST ANALYSIS
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City of Sunnyvale Y outh Cricket Batting Cage Feasibility Study | March 2022 | Verde Design 5 1 | EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
CRICKET BATTING CAGE
FEASIBILITY STUDY
In November of 2020, Verde Design was retained by the City of Sunnyvale to provide design and research services related to the Sunnyvale Youth Cricket Batting Cage Feasibility Study. The objective of this Study is to provide a roadmap to chart the path towards the delivery of youth batting cages for Sunnyvale’s growing cricket community. Additionally, the study will provide cost analysis information for either using the existing or installing new cages and identify possible funding sources or strategies to mitigate the financial impact on the City.
SITE INVENTORY/ANALYSIS
During the RFP process, all public parks within the City of Sunnyvale were identified as potential locations for new batting cages or for shared use of existing facilities. Some of the identified parks contain existing batting cages and/ or cricket infrastructure. Each of these parks contain valued community assets including athletic fields, playground, picnic areas, and sports courts. During the site analysis process, Verde Design identified the existing and projected use
patterns to allow current park locations to maintain their level of service to the community. We understand that
existing uses will need to be acknowledged and accounted- for despite an anticipated increase in overall use from the implementation of improvements associated with this Study.
Weekend Cricketers at Fair Oaks Park
Existing Baseball Batting Cages at Serra Park
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
In order to suit the needs of the Sunnyvale community, Verde Design engaged the local residents and cricket community members to gather input from these user groups by listening to their input and recording their ideas. This included outreach from two virtually-hosted community meetings and input from an online survey. From this input, Verde Design was able to develop an approach to identify options for the optimal location and design of these facilities to suit the needs of the community.
COST ANALYSIS
Preliminary cost estimates were developed from the batting cage designs based on recently bid projects and input from contractors and material suppliers. These estimates include several options for the number of cages to be constructed, and some alternate options for the surfacing. From these estimates, budgets can be generated to develop a fundraising goal to execute the proposed improvements.
DESIGN SUGGESTIONS
The design team worked in collaboration with City staff to develop batting cage designs to meet the needs of the community while considering issues such as durability and maintenance. These designs were based on the guidelines of the athletic governing body to ensure compliance with the rules of play. Then, they were presented to the community and revised based on the input received to develop a
conceptual batting cage design.
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City of Sunnyvale Y outh Cricket Batting Cage Feasibility Study | March 2022 | Verde Design 7 2 | SITE INVENTORY AND SITE ANALYSIS
SITE INVENTORY AND ANALYSIS
Sunnyvale is home 772 acres of parks and open spaces
from small neighborhood parks to larger regional parks, each offering a unique list of services and programmed
areas. Verde Design has reviewed the list of public parks within the City of Sunnyvale to determine park sites that are suitable for Cricket Batting Cages based on a selected list of characteristics.
SITE INVENTORY
The following list of items has been developed to determine suitability for select parks to house cricket batting cages.
The ideal location would provide enough available space to place the proposed batting cages, and potentially cricket fields, which weeds out many smaller parks. Additional site characteristics used to narrow down the search include
available parking, access to restrooms, and existing
compatible athletic facilities, among other considerations.
Site Analysis / Inventory Matrix City of Sunnyvale Park Locations Existing Site Amenity De Anza
Park
Fair Oaks
Park
Lakewood
Park
Ortega
Park
Serra
Park
Washington
Park
Raynor
Park
Las Palmas
Park
Existing Cricket Field/Pitch • •
Available Space for Field/Cricket Pitch • • • • • •
Existing Baseball Batting Cages • •
Available Space for Batting Cages • • • • • • •
Sports Lighting • • • •
Available Lot Parking • • • • • • • •
Available Street Parking • • • • • •
Restrooms • • • • • • • •
Accessible Parking
Improvements Needed • • • • • • •
Central Location within Sunnyvale • • •
SITE ANALYSIS
Once the available list of parks was reviewed from a high level, several parks deemed feasible for cricket batting cages were visited and analyzed by the design team. This included site visits to allow for detailed observation and documentation of the existing facilities. The list of eight parks shown below were included in this more detailed site analysis. Several of these parks already contain cricket fields and have adequate space for batting cages, and some have existing baseball/softball batting cages that may benefit from the addition of cricket batting cages. The following pages show the analysis of each of these park sites to further inform the decision making process for placement of cricket batting cages.
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SUITABILITY FOR BATTING CAGES
OPPORTUNITIES
• Potential area for new two-tunnel cricket batting cages • Potential batting cage location away from residential • Existing batting cages
• Ample parking available at parking lot
CONSTRAINTS
• Field is too small for a youth or adult sized cricket field • No existing sports lighting
• Accessible parking requires improvements
LEGEND
EXISTING COMMUNITY BUILDING
EXISTING RESTROOMS
EXISTING CONCESSIONS
EXISTING PICNIC AREA
EXISTING PLAYGROUND
EXISTING ATHLETIC STORAGE
EXISTING MULTI-USE FIELD
EXISTING LITTLE LEAGUE FIELD
EXISTING PORTABLE BLEACHERS
EXISTING HARDCOURT
EXISTING PRACTICE BACKSTOP
EXISTING LITTLE LEAGUE SCOREBOARD
EXISTING BATTING CAGE
PARKING LOT
STRIPING FOR YOUTH CRICKET FIELD
STRIPING FOR ADULT CRICKET FIELD
CRICKET BATTING CAGE - TWO TUNNEL
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DE ANZA PARK 1150 Lime Dr., Sunnyvale CA 94097
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City of Sunnyvale Y outh Cricket Batting Cage Feasibility Study | March 2022 | Verde Design 9 Existing batting cage vestibule and storage locker
Existing grass field
Accessible parking space adjacent to existing cages requiring improvement Existing baseball batting cage
Potential space for new cricket batting cages adjacent to existing cages Ample parking space adjacent to the Stratford School
DE ANZA PARK EXISTING SITE PHOTOS
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2 | SITE INVENTORY AND SITE ANALYSIS (CONT .)
SUITABILITY FOR BATTING CAGES
OPPORTUNITIES
• Potential area for new 2-4 tunnel cricket batting cage • Potential batting cage location away from residential • New synthetic turf field with sports lighting and cricket striping for adult and youth sized cricket fields
• Ample parking available at parking lot and off-street • No accessible parking stall improvements required
(Being improved with new construction)
CONSTRAINTS
• Park improvements may create user demand that
exceeds available parking capacity
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FAIR OAKS PARK 540 N Fair Oaks Ave., Sunnyvale CA 94085 LEGEND
EXISTING COMMUNITY BUILDING
EXISTING RESTROOMS
EXISTING CONCESSIONS
EXISTING PICNIC AREA
EXISTING PLAYGROUND
EXISTING ATHLETIC STORAGE
EXISTING MULTI-USE FIELD
EXISTING BASEBALL/SOFTBALL FIELD
EXISTING PORTABLE BLEACHERS
EXISTING HARDCOURT
PARKING LOT
LIGHTED FACILITY
STRIPING FOR ADULT CRICKET FIELD
STRIPING FOR YOUTH CRICKET FIELD
SPACE FOR CRICKET BATTING CAGE -
FOUR TUNNEL
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City of Sunnyvale Y outh Cricket Batting Cage Feasibility Study | March 2022 | Verde Design 11 New restrooms & concessions building (under construction) Rendering of the new synthetic turf multi-use field (under construction) Proposed improved parking lots at Britton Ave., including accessible parking (under construction)
FAIR OAKS PARK PROPOSED SITE IMAGERY
2 | SITE INVENTORY AND SITE ANALYSIS
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2 | SITE INVENTORY AND SITE ANALYSIS (CONT .)
SUITABILITY FOR BATTING CAGES
OPPORTUNITIES
• Multiple potential areas for new cricket batting cages • Potential batting cage location away from residential area • Existing adult sized cricket field
• Existing sports lighting and court lighting
• Ample parking available at parking lot and off-street
CONSTRAINTS
• Accessible parking requires improvements
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ORTEGA PARK 636 Harrow Way, Sunnyvale CA 94087
LEGEND
EXISTING COMMUNITY BUILDING
EXISTING RESTROOMS
EXISTING CONCESSIONS
EXISTING PICNIC AREA
EXISTING PLAYGROUND
EXISTING ATHLETIC STORAGE/PRESSBOX
EXISTING MULTI-USE FIELD
EXISTING LITTLE LEAGUE FIELD
EXISTING PORTABLE BLEACHERS
EXISTING SITE-BUILT BLEACHERS
EXISTING HARDCOURT
EXISTING PRACTICE BACKSTOP
EXISTING LITTLE LEAGUE SCOREBOARD
PARKING LOT
LIGHTED FACILITY
OUTLINE OF ADULT CRICKET FIELD
OUTLINE OF YOUTH CRICKET FIELD
SPACE FOR CRICKET BATTING CAGE - TWO TUNNEL
SPACE FOR CRICKET BATTING CAGE - FOUR TUNNEL
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City of Sunnyvale Y outh Cricket Batting Cage Feasibility Study | March 2022 | Verde Design 13 LEGEND
EXISTING COMMUNITY BUILDING
EXISTING RESTROOMS
EXISTING CONCESSIONS
EXISTING PICNIC AREA
EXISTING PLAYGROUND
EXISTING ATHLETIC STORAGE/PRESSBOX
EXISTING MULTI-USE FIELD
EXISTING LITTLE LEAGUE FIELD
EXISTING PORTABLE BLEACHERS
EXISTING SITE-BUILT BLEACHERS
EXISTING HARDCOURT
EXISTING PRACTICE BACKSTOP
EXISTING LITTLE LEAGUE SCOREBOARD
PARKING LOT
LIGHTED FACILITY
OUTLINE OF ADULT CRICKET FIELD
OUTLINE OF YOUTH CRICKET FIELD
SPACE FOR CRICKET BATTING CAGE - TWO TUNNEL
SPACE FOR CRICKET BATTING CAGE - FOUR TUNNEL
Potential space for new cricket batting cages adjacent to existing little league field along the northern edge
Potential space for new cricket batting cages adjacent to existing little league field and picnic area
Accessible parking stalls at the eastern lot
Existing cricket pitch in need of improvements
Existing natural grass field area
Accessible parking stalls at the western lot
ORTEGA PARK EXISTING SITE PHOTOS
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2 | SITE INVENTORY AND SITE ANALYSIS (CONT .)
SUITABILITY FOR BATTING CAGES
OPPORTUNITIES
• Multiple potential areas for new one- and two-tunnel cricket batting cages • Potential batting cage location away from residential area • Existing batting cages
• Ample parking available at parking lot
CONSTRAINTS
• Field is too small for youth and adult sized cricket fields • No existing sports lighting
• Accessible parking requires improvements
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SERRA PARK 730 The Dalles, Sunnyvale CA 94085
LEGEND
EXISTING COMMUNITY BUILDING
EXISTING RESTROOMS
EXISTING CONCESSIONS
EXISTING PICNIC AREA
EXISTING PLAYGROUND
EXISTING ATHLETIC STORAGE
EXISTING MULTI-USE FIELD
EXISTING LITTLE LEAGUE FIELD
EXISTING PORTABLE BLEACHERS
EXISTING HARDCOURT
EXISTING PRACTICE BACKSTOP
EXISTING LITTLE LEAGUE SCOREBOARD
EXISTING BASEBALL BATTING CAGE
PARKING LOT
LIGHTED FACILITY
OUTLINE OF ADULT CRICKET FIELD
OUTLINE OF YOUTH CRICKET FIELD
SPACE FOR CRICKET BATTING CAGE - ONE TUNNEL
SPACE FOR CRICKET BATTING CAGE - TWO TUNNEL
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ADA PARKING:
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City of Sunnyvale Y outh Cricket Batting Cage Feasibility Study | March 2022 | Verde Design 15 Concrete batter’s box at existing baseball batting cage Existing natural grass little league fields
Accessible parking space adjacent to existing cages requiring improvements Existing baseball batting cage
Potential space for new cricket batting cages adjacent to little league field Accessible parking space at he north lot requiring improvements
SERRA PARK EXISTING SITE PHOTOS
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2 | SITE INVENTORY AND SITE ANALYSIS (CONT .)
SUITABILITY FOR BATTING CAGES
OPPORTUNITIES
• Existing sports lighting and court lighting
• Ample parking available at parking lot and off-street • Potential batting cage location away from residential area
CONSTRAINTS
• Field is too small for an adult sized cricket fields
• Opportunity for new cricket batting cage is far from parking • Accessible parking requires improvements
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LAKEWOOD PARK 834 Lakechime Dr., Sunnyvale CA 94089
LEGEND
EXISTING COMMUNITY BUILDING
EXISTING RESTROOMS
EXISTING CONCESSIONS
EXISTING PICNIC AREA
EXISTING PLAYGROUND
EXISTING ATHLETIC STORAGE
EXISTING MULTI-USE FIELD
EXISTING SOFTBALL/LITTLE LEAGUE FIELD
EXISTING PORTABLE BLEACHERS
EXISTING SITE-BUILT BLEACHERS WITH PRESSBOX
EXISTING HARDCOURT
EXISTING PRACTICE BACKSTOP
EXISTING LITTLE LEAGUE SCOREBOARD
PARKING LOT
LIGHTED FACILITY
OUTLINE OF YOUTH CRICKET FIELD
OUTLINE OF ADULT CRICKET FIELD
SPACE FOR CRICKET BATTING CAGE - ONE TUNNEL
SPACE FOR CRICKET BATTING CAGE - TWO TUNNEL
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City of Sunnyvale Y outh Cricket Batting Cage Feasibility Study | March 2022 | Verde Design 17 Existing softball/little league field
Existing tennis courts with lights
Accessible parking spaces requiring improvements
Existing softball/little league field with lights
Existing basketball courts with lights
Existing natural grass field with lights
LAKEWOOD PARK EXISTING SITE PHOTOS
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2 | SITE INVENTORY AND SITE ANALYSIS (CONT .)
SUITABILITY FOR BATTING CAGES
OPPORTUNITIES
• Existing sports lighting and court lighting
• Ample parking available off-street
• Potential space for a youth cricket field
CONSTRAINTS
• Accessible parking requires improvements
• Field is too small for an adult sized cricket field
• Potential batting cage location is close to residential NORTH
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WASHINGTON PARK 840 W Washington Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94086 LEGEND
EXISTING COMMUNITY BUILDING
EXISTING RESTROOMS
EXISTING CONCESSIONS
EXISTING PICNIC AREA
EXISTING PLAYGROUND
EXISTING ATHLETIC STORAGE
EXISTING MULTI-USE FIELD
EXISTING LITTLE LEAGUE FIELD
EXISTING SITE-BUILT BLEACHERS WITH PRESSBOX
EXISTING HARDCOURT
EXISTING PRACTICE BACKSTOP
EXISTING LITTLE LEAGUE SCOREBOARD
PARKING LOT
LIGHTED FACILITY
OUTLINE OF YOUTH CRICKET FIELD
OUTLINE OF ADULT CRICKET FIELD
SPACE FOR CRICKET BATTING CAGE - TWO TUNNEL
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ADA PARKING:
2 REG
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City of Sunnyvale Y outh Cricket Batting Cage Feasibility Study | March 2022 | Verde Design 19 Existing playground and picnic area
Existing softball field and storage shed
Accessible street parking on Washington Ave (near tennis courts) Entry at Sunset Ave and McKinley Ave.
Existing baseball field with lights
Accessible street parking on Washington Ave (near Sunset Ave)
WASHINGTON PARK EXISTING SITE PHOTOS
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2 | SITE INVENTORY AND SITE ANALYSIS (CONT .)
SUITABILITY FOR BATTING CAGES
OPPORTUNITIES
• Existing court lighting
• Ample parking available at parking lot and off-street • Potential batting cage location away from residential • Potential space for youth and adult sized cricket fields
CONSTRAINTS
• Accessible parking requires improvements
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LAS PALMAS PARK 850 Russet Dr , Sunnyvale, CA 94087
LEGEND
EXISTING COMMUNITY BUILDING
EXISTING RESTROOMS
EXISTING CONCESSIONS
EXISTING PICNIC AREA
EXISTING PLAYGROUND
EXISTING ATHLETIC STORAGE
EXISTING MULTI-USE FIELD
EXISTING SOFTBALL/LITTLE LEAGUE FIELD
EXISTING PORTABLE BLEACHERS
EXISTING TENNIS COURTS
EXISTING DOG PARK
PARKING LOT
LIGHTED FACILITY
OUTLINE OF ADULT CRICKET FIELD
OUTLINE OF YOUTH CRICKET FIELD
SPACE FOR CRICKET BATTING CAGE - ONE TUNNEL
SPACE FOR CRICKET BATTING CAGE - TWO TUNNEL
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City of Sunnyvale Y outh Cricket Batting Cage Feasibility Study | March 2022 | Verde Design 21 Existing softball/little league field
Existing playground area
Accessible parking at the Hyde Park Dr. parking lot, requiring improvements Entry at the corner of Spinosa Dr. and Hyde Park Dr.
Existing tennis/pickleball facility with lights
Accessible parking at the Russet Dr. parking lot
LAS PALMAS PARK EXISTING SITE PHOTOS
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SUITABILITY FOR BATTING CAGES
OPPORTUNITIES
• Ample parking available at parking lot and off-street • Potential batting cage location away from residential • Potential space for youth and adult sized cricket fields (with relocation of practice backstop)
CONSTRAINTS
• Accessible parking requires improvements
• No existing sports lighting or court lighting
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RAYNOR PARK 1565 Quail Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
LEGEND
EXISTING COMMUNITY BUILDING
EXISTING RESTROOMS
EXISTING CONCESSIONS
EXISTING PICNIC AREA
EXISTING PLAYGROUND
EXISTING ATHLETIC STORAGE
EXISTING MULTI-USE FIELD
EXISTING LITTLE LEAGUE FIELD
EXISTING PORTABLE BLEACHERS
EXISTING BASKETBALL COURT
EXISTING PRACTICE BACKSTOP
EXISTING LITTLE LEAGUE SCOREBOARD
PARKING LOT
LIGHTED FACILITY
OUTLINE OF ADULT CRICKET FIELD
OUTLINE OF YOUTH CRICKET FIELD
SPACE FOR CRICKET BATTING CAGE - ONE TUNNEL
SPACE FOR CRICKET BATTING CAGE - TWO TUNNEL
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City of Sunnyvale Y outh Cricket Batting Cage Feasibility Study | March 2022 | Verde Design 23 Existing picnic area at the Peacock Ave cul-de-sac.
Existing Little League field
Parking lot on Partridge Ave. shared with the Stratford School Entry at Quail Ave
Existing baseball field
Community building and accessible parking at the Quail Ave. parking lot
RAYNOR PARK EXISTING SITE PHOTOS
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DIMENSIONS OF THE PITCH
To initiate the design process, Verde Design reviewed options with staff from the City of Sunnyvale for the batting cage layout and materials. First, the team reviewed the dimensions of a cricket pitch based on the rules given by the governing athletic body. These dimensions are critically important to provide for a practice environment that will match the look and feel of the actual competitive playing field.
Professional cricket is regulated by the International Cricket Council (ICC), which publishes guidelines dictating pitch dimensions for competitive play. The ICC calls for a pitch that is 22 yards in length between the stumps. The pitch is to be 10 feet wide. For youth cricket, the pitch length is shortened.
Based on the National Youth Cricket League, the pitch is length is 21 yards long, with a width of 10 feet.
Additional markings are included at each end of the pitch, typically painted or chalked on the surface in white: a bowling crease, a popping/batting crease, and two return creases. The different creases indicate where the bowler must throw from - the bowling crease - and a line to indicate where the batsman stands - the popping or batting crease.
In the center of the bowling crease, a wicket (a wooden target) is placed. The wicket typically consists of three wooden stumps, with two bails resting on top of them. On a natural grass surface the wicket stumps are typically driven into the ground for play. In the batting cages, freestanding stumps with a base plate should be used since driving stakes into the surface would damage it.
Outside of the pitch, additional room is needed for the bowler. This “run-up distance” allows for the bowler to gain speed before throwing the ball towards the batsman.
The run-up distance required varies with the age and skill- level of the cricketers. In this instance, a run up distance of approximately 15 yards is provided.
On either side and at the ends of the pitch, additional space is provided within the batting cage to allow batters and bowlers clearance from the netting, and to allow for other athletes or coaches to queue or observe the batsman and/ or bowler. The netting is offset from the chain link fencing to deaden the force of the ball before hitting and possibly deflecting off of the rigid exterior structure. The diagrams below and to the right show some of the basic dimensions and pitch markings mentioned above.
ADULT AND YOUTH CRICKET PITCH DIMENSIONS
*source: International Cricket Council (icc-cricket.com) **source: National Youth Cricket League (nyclusa.org) *source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bowling_(cricket)Bowler Muttiah Muralitharan Bowling to Bastman Adam Gilchrist
CRICKET STRIPING DETAIL
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BATTING CAGE DESIGN
The team explored available options for materials and
surfacing to suit the specific needs of the sport, while balancing budget and durability. In striving to provide the best possible solutions to suit the needs of the community, attention was also paid to the City staff that will need to maintain these facilities.
The design review included research of surfacing options for the batting cages, as the pitch needs to be firm enough to allow for the ball to properly bounce. In this case, a synthetic turf surface set on top of a concrete base would provide a firm surface for adequate bounce while providing a highly durable surface that also requires minimal maintenance.
Importance was also placed on flexibility in order to provide options for a shared-use design. Depending on the surfacing, multiple lines can be inlaid on the ground plane for different pitch sizes for youth or adult play. The following describes the main components of a batting cage and some 3D
visualizations that convey the general design.
BATTING CAGE COMPONENTS
• Chain link fence on a trussed metal frame
• Entry/exit gates
• Internal netting system on a cable track
• Synthetic turf or decomposed granite surface material • Striping on selected surface material
OPTIONAL COMPONENTS
• Storage space for wickets and/or portable mounds
• Roof overhang
• Electrical outlets
• Lighting
BATTING CAGE DIMENSIONS
SINGLE CAGE
• 120’-0” long x 16’-0” wide
• One cricket pitch
DOUBLE-WIDE CAGE
• 120’-0” long x 32’-0” wide
• Two cricket pitches
Freestanding cricket stumps (networldsports.com)
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City of Sunnyvale Y outh Cricket Batting Cage Feasibility Study | March 2022 | Verde Design 27 BATTING CAGE, ELEVATION VIEW
DOUBLE CRICKET BATTING CAGE, 3D VIEW
Chain link fence
on trussed metal
frame
Nylon netting
on steel cable
Pedestrian
entry gate
Youth and adult
pitch lengths
Striping for
youth and
adult pitch
Synthetic turf
surface
Chain link fence
on trussed metal
frame
Nylon netting
on steel cable
Synthetic turf
surface
Striping for
youth and
adult pitch
Pedestrian
entry gate
Optional
storage area
Optional roof
overhang
SINGLE CRICKET BATTING CAGE, 3D VIEW
BATTING CAGE INTERIOR VIEW DOUBLE BATTING CAGE WITH ROOF, 3D VIEW
BATTING CAGE WITH ROOF, ELEVATION VIEW
Optional
lighting
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SHARED USE BATTING CAGES
In reviewing the spatial needs of cricket in the design of a batting cage, the team also reviewed how striping for baseball and softball pitching and batting practice could be incorporated into the design.
For baseball and softball, the distances between the pitching rubber and home plate vary from 38 feet to 60 feet 6 inches.
As shown below, these distances can be nested neatly within the space required for youth and adult cricket.
Baseball typically utilizes a raised mound for pitching, which would disrupt the flat surface required for cricket and softball. However , if a synthetic turf surface is used, portable pitching mounds can be brought in when needed and wheeled out when not in use.
By incorporating striping for baseball and softball with cricket pitch striping, and working with a flexible design for pitching mounds, a batting cage can be provided to
accommodate these three sports in a shared space.
COMBINATION CRICKET AND
BASEBALL BATTING CAGES
SINGLE CAGE
• 120’-0” long x 20’-0” wide
• One cricket pitch or one baseball batting tunnels
DOUBLE-WIDE CAGE
• 120’-0” long x 20’-0” wide
• Two cricket pitches or two baseball batting tunnels
BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL DIMENSIONS
*source: Little league (littleleague.org)
**source: Little league (littleleague.org)
Chain link fence
on trussed metal
frame
Nylon netting
on steel cable
Pedestrian
entry gate
Striping for
youth baseball
and softball
Synthetic turf
surface
SHARED USE BATTING CAGE, MODEL VIEW
Portable pitching mound (beaconathletics.com)
Optional
storage area
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CRICKET BATTING CAGE PLAN & ELEVATION DETAILS CRICKET BATTING CAGE SECTION & TRUSS DETAILS
DESIGN DETAILS
The graphics below show the components of the batting cages in a construction-level detail format. The Cricket Batting Cage Elevation Aa view shows the overall height and length of the structure, while the plan blow shows the overall sample width for a 2-tunnel configuration. Section Aa below provides a view from inside the tunnels, showing the layers of fencing and netting with adequate space between to prevent balls from deflecting back towards the users. Although there are many variations in the number of batting cage tunnels, the construction remains the same.
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COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Input from the Sunnyvale community was vital to the success and relevance of this study. To engage the community for the purposes of this study, two interactive community meetings and an on-line survey were employed. The goal was to gain input from local residents interested in sharing their opinions on the feasibility study. This included residents currently affiliated with organized cricket leagues, residents interested in recreational cricket use, and individuals participating in local baseball or softball leagues that may have insight pertinent to the study.
COMMUNITY MEETINGS
We held two virtual community meetings for the Youth
Cricket Batting Cage Feasibility Study. The first was held on August 17th, and the second was held on August 25, 2021.
The meetings were hosted by City staff and facilitated by the Verde Design team.
MEETING 1 STATS
• Date held: August 17, 2021
• 23 participants
• 1 hour duration
During these meetings, the design team met with community members via a virtual “Teams” meeting, in which Verde Design shared a powerpoint presentation aiming to providing
information on the following:
• Describe the goals and objectives of the Feasibility Study • Share the approach for inventory and analysis of potential batting cage locations
• Share the methods for community input, and outline the initial design components of the batting cages.
During the meeting, participants could raise their hand to ask questions, type directly into the chat feature, or submit a written question to the group with the Q and A feature. The goal was to provide for the maximum level of engagement by allowing everyone who wanted to speak to do so, while adhering to a predetermined meeting agenda and timeline.
As you can see, it was very important to let each participant’s voice be heard.
Next, the design team shared the basic dimensions for a cricket pitch, and their relation to the design elements of a batting cage, including the exterior fencing, interior netting, and playing surface material. Images and 3d rendering
examples were shared with the group to offer a visual aid for the batting cage design and invite feedback.
Next, the meeting was opened up for a question and answer period. Many community members chose to ask questions and provide input on the following topics:
• Importance of a firm cricket pitch surface for proper bouncing of the ball
• Importance of low-maintenance material options
• Importance of placing batting cage location near other cricket facilities
• Need for secure storage space
• Desire for access to electrical outlets
• Proposition for shared batting cages available for use by baseball and softball groups
• Proposition for suspended netting on a track system to allow for batting cage tunnels to be expanded/conjoined • Need for portable pitcher’s mounds if sharing use with baseball
COMMUNITY SURVEY
The community survey was another tool used to gain input from the community for the Feasibility Study. The survey allowed for participants to answer questions related
to cricket facilities, existing and proposed, to give the design team some objective information as a basis for
design and location of the batting cages. The survey asked for information on current use patterns and for input on proposed improvements. Below are some details from the
survey process.
COMMUNITY SURVEY STATS
• Date held: August 10 - September 10
• 19 questions
• 180 attendees/135 responses
• 6.8 hours of public comment
During the entire community outreach process, we heard
firsthand from this user group about the rapid rise in
interest in cricket throughout the Bay Area, and about the high demand for cricket fields and practice facilities it has created. We observed a very passionate sense of interest from these user groups for the implementation of batting cages in the City Park system.
MEETING 2 STATS
• Date held: August 25, 2021
• 22 participants
• 1 hour duration
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COMMUNITY SURVEY
The community survey consisted of 19 questions written
to gather input on existing and future usage. Questions 1 through 7 focused on gathering information on current use patterns and demographics. The responses are shown below:
Summary Of Responses
Topic Registration Type: No registration
As of September 14, 2021, 3:43 PM, this forum
had:
Topic Start Topic End
Attendees: 180 August 9, 2021, 7:18 AM September 14, 2021, 3:40 PM Responses: 135
Hours of Public Comment: 6.8
QUESTION 1
Which of the following City of Sunnyvale parks have you visited to play / practice cricket? % Count
De Anza Park
29.8% 39
Fair Oaks Park
52.7% 69
Lakewood Park
22.1% 29
Las Palmas Park
29.0% 38
Ortega Park
86.3% 113
Serra Park
26.0% 34
Other
28.2% 37
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% Count
0-2
34.6% 46
2-4
53.4% 71
4-6
7.5% 10
6+
4.5% 6
QUESTION 3
At Parks with existing cricket facilities, are there times where the facilities cannot be used? % Count
No
23.6% 30
Yes
76.4% 97
QUESTION 4
Since there are times the cricket facilities cannot be used, please specify the reason:
% Count
Crowding 29.1% 30
Conflicting Use 56.3% 58
Lack of Lighting 8.7% 9
Other 5.8% 6
QUESTION 5
What is your age?
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% Count
0-2 34.6% 46
2-4 53.4% 71
4-6 7.5% 10
6+ 4.5% 6
QUESTION 3
At Parks with existing cricket facilities, are there times where the facilities cannot be used? % Count
No 23.6% 30
Yes 76.4% 97
QUESTION 4
Since there are times the cricket facilities cannot be used, please specify the reason:
% Count
Crowding
29.1% 30
Conflicting Use
56.3% 58
Lack of Lighting
8.7% 9
Other
5.8% 6
QUESTION 5
What is your age?
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% Count
Under 12 years old
13.4% 18
12-18 years old
17.2% 23
Over 18 years old
69.4% 93
QUESTION 6
Are you currently affiliated with an organized league for cricket or other sport? % Count
No
21.6% 29
Yes
78.4% 105
QUESTION 7
What is the name of the organized league for cricket or other sport? Answered 104
Skipped 31
QUESTION 8
In your opinion, which City of Sunnyvale parks(s) is appropriate for a cricket batting cage? (Mark all that apply) % Count
Braly Park 18.8% 25
Encinal Park 9.0% 12
Murphy Park 14.3% 19
Panama Park 10.5% 14
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38 - NCCA (Northern California Cricket Association)
11 - CCA (California Cricket Academy)
06 - Sunnyvale Cricket Club
06 - Sunnyvale Little League
06 - MLCA (Major League Cricket Academy)
06 - Cricbay
04 - BACA (Bay Area Cricket Alliance)
04 - ASCE (American School of Cricket Excellence)
03 - Indus Cricket Club
01 - East Bay Youth Cricket Association
01 - Silicon Valley Strikers
01 - PONY Baseball
Count - Organization Count - Organization
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% Count
Under 12 years old 13.4% 18
12-18 years old 17.2% 23
Over 18 years old 69.4% 93
QUESTION 6
Are you currently affiliated with an organized league for cricket or other sport? % Count
No 21.6% 29
Yes 78.4% 105
QUESTION 7
What is the name of the organized league for cricket or other sport? Answered 104
Skipped 31
QUESTION 8
In your opinion, which City of Sunnyvale parks(s) is appropriate for a cricket batting cage? (Mark all that apply) % Count
Braly Park
18.8% 25
Encinal Park
9.0% 12
Murphy Park
14.3% 19
Panama Park
10.5% 14
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% Count
San Antonio Park
9.0% 12
Washington Park
25.6% 34
Columbia Park
9.8% 13
Fair Oaks Park
57.1% 76
Orchard Gardens Park
8.3% 11
Ponderosa Park
18.0% 24
Serra Park
20.3% 27
De Anza Park
30.8% 41
Las Palmas Park
26.3% 35
Ortega Park
78.9% 105
Raynor Park
35.3% 47
Seven Seas Park
10.5% 14
Other
6.8% 9
QUESTION 9
Which of the following items is important in relation to your decision to use cricket facilities in a City of Sunnyvale Park?
% Count
Parking availability 50.8% 66
Proximity to restrooms 50.8% 66
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COMMUNITY SURVEY
Questions 8 through 19 asked for information on proposed batting cage locations, design input, and usage. Question 8 asked for a specific park that would be appropriate for a cricket batting cage. Ortega Park, Fair Oaks Park, Raynor Park, De Anza Park, Las Palmas Park, Washington Park, and Serra Park were the leaders. The results and vote counts are shown below:
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% Count
San Antonio Park 9.0% 12
Washington Park 25.6% 34
Columbia Park 9.8% 13
Fair Oaks Park 57.1% 76
Orchard Gardens Park 8.3% 11
Ponderosa Park 18.0% 24
Serra Park 20.3% 27
De Anza Park 30.8% 41
Las Palmas Park 26.3% 35
Ortega Park 78.9% 105
Raynor Park 35.3% 47
Seven Seas Park 10.5% 14
Other 6.8% 9
QUESTION 9
Which of the following items is important in relation to your decision to use cricket facilities in a City of Sunnyvale Park?
% Count
Parking availability
50.8% 66
Proximity to restrooms
50.8% 66
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% Count
Proximity of playgrounds
49.2% 64
Lighting for extended evening use
70.0% 91
Other athletic facilities
14.6% 19
Other
5.4% 7
QUESTION 10
Should the cricket batting cage be designed for batting only, bowling only, or both? % Count
Batting Only
1.5% 2
Both
98.5% 130
QUESTION 11
In your opinion, how many cricket batting cage tunnels are needed per batting cage? % Count
1 3.8% 5
2 21.8% 29
3 30.1% 40
4 38.3% 51
Other
6.0% 8
QUESTION 12
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What is the optimal length for a cricket batting cage (single tunnel)? Length
% Count
80'
4.8% 6
100'
27.0% 34
120'
50.0% 63
140'
18.3% 23
QUESTION 13
What is the optimal width for a cricket batting cage (single tunnel)? Width
% Count
10'
27.6% 35
12'
30.7% 39
14'
21.3% 27
16'
20.5% 26
QUESTION 14
Would a joint use cricket / baseball / softball batting cage be acceptable? % Count
Yes
59.3% 80
No
40.7% 55
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QUESTION 15
Why is a joint-use cricket/baseball/softball batting cage not acceptable? Answered 47
Skipped 88
QUESTION 16
During what time of day would you visit the batting cages if they were made available? % Count
8am -10am
38.9% 51
10am -12pm
16.0% 21
12pm - 2pm
15.3% 20
2pm - 4pm
25.2% 33
4pm - 6pm
81.7% 107
6pm - Close
90.8% 119
QUESTION 17
Is it critical that the cricket batting cages be lighted for evening use? % Count
Yes
81.1% 107
No
18.9% 25
QUESTION 18
In your opinion, what would be the best way to pay for the construction of new cricket batting cages:
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QUESTION 15
Why is a joint-use cricket/baseball/softball batting cage not acceptable? Answered 47
Skipped 88
QUESTION 16
During what time of day would you visit the batting cages if they were made available? % Count
8am -10am 38.9% 51
10am -12pm 16.0% 21
12pm - 2pm 15.3% 20
2pm - 4pm 25.2% 33
4pm - 6pm 81.7% 107
6pm - Close 90.8% 119
QUESTION 17
Is it critical that the cricket batting cages be lighted for evening use? % Count
Yes 81.1% 107
No 18.9% 25
QUESTION 18
In your opinion, what would be the best way to pay for the construction of new cricket batting cages:
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Selected Responses:
• Baseball and cricket have different requirements from a batting cage.
• The requirements are different and cricket would need a good surface (natural turf or artificial) where a ball can bounce.
• Crowding is main issue. Many sports competing for same cage would diminish the value for all. In general there are much more baseball facilities as compared to cricket.
• Since cricket is played on a paved and maintained surface where a ball bounces. More wear and tear with other sports could lead to serious injuries if the surface where a cricket ball bounces off is not well maintained.
• Use of cleats on the surface/pitch will damage the pitch and make it dangerous for cricket where the ball comes off a bounce.
• Competing priorities. Too many kids into cricket nowadays in the Bay Area and we need dedicated facilities for the sport of cricket
• The requirements for surface, length, height are different between softball and cricket.
• Sharing with baseball/softball would lead to constraints in scheduling and needs coordination amongst multiple sports clubs.
• For Cricket its important to have good ground turf as the ball is payed by pitching on the ground and softball use studs which will damage the playing turf
• Will add more wait time as there will be more players from multiple games waiting to get the slot.
• Might lead to over crowding.
• Conflict of time is the main factor.
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% Count
Privately funded by user groups
3.0% 4
Publicly funded by City
36.1% 48
Jointly funded by City and user groups
59.4% 79
Other
1.5% 2
QUESTION 19
Other than cricket batting cages, are there other cricket facilities needed? Please specify:
Answered 60
Skipped 75
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QUESTION 15
Why is a joint-use cricket/baseball/softball batting cage not acceptable? Answered 47
Skipped 88
QUESTION 16
During what time of day would you visit the batting cages if they were made available? % Count
8am -10am 38.9% 51
10am -12pm 16.0% 21
12pm - 2pm 15.3% 20
2pm - 4pm 25.2% 33
4pm - 6pm 81.7% 107
6pm - Close 90.8% 119
QUESTION 17
Is it critical that the cricket batting cages be lighted for evening use? % Count
Yes 81.1% 107
No 18.9% 25
QUESTION 18
In your opinion, what would be the best way to pay for the construction of new cricket batting cages:
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COMMUNITY SURVEY
Question 18 asked directly for input on who should cover the cost of installation of new cricket batting cages, with several options. The results and vote counts are shown below:
Selected Responses:
• Good cricket field (4 and 1/2 Acres needed ) with Bermuda grass where ball can travel. This need a natural turf pitch for development of cricket and to promote Youth to represent the country. Now cricket is going to be part of Olympics and we don’t have good cricket fields and facilities to groom the next generation talent.
• The Ortega park is a fantastic location for playing cricket - park size and location makes it ideal. But the BIGGEST issue is grass length - and has been the case for 25 years. Thick grass on the outfield kills the game of cricket, since its not played like baseball where batter just swing through the ball • More parks especially Washington and serra parks can have a center pitch for kids to play and practice cricket. Natural turf cricket wickets
• A dedicated cricket field with short grass and a turf pitch would be ideal in the long run.
• Cricket pitch in the park center to host matches on the weekend.
• More grounds that have cricket pitches. Only Ortega is an option as of now for many years.
• The grounds/grass level on which this sport is played should be always trimmed to avoid injury from unseen potholes and ditches often seen in parks
• A cricket stadium is required in Sunnyvale as this is growing sport here & in 2028 LA OLYMPICS this will be added
• Cricket grounds with nicely curated/maintained outfield and lights
• Cricket fields/pitches would be a great addition.
• 360 degree cricket grounds.
• Cricket pitches on grounds so matches can be played.
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COST ESTIMATE SUMMARY
Verde Design’s next step was to generate a cost estimate based on the outcome of the batting cage form and
construction materials explored during the design process.
This cost estimate takes into account both the material costs and installation of the components necessary to build the preferred batting cage design.
This cost estimate is considered a Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) estimate which provides a high-level account of
anticipated costs for construction for use in developing a project budget. These costs are based on pricing from similar projects constructed in the last two years with pricing adjusted to fall 2021 dollars.
The estimates include certain assumptions based on
other similar projects in the area, and contains several contingencies to account for changes and market fluctuations that will affect the overall cost. We have included a 10% design contingency and 10% construction contingency
numbers. The design contingency accounts for major changes to the materials or configuration that may arise during the design process. The construction contingency is provided to account for unforeseen site conditions or procurement delays that may affect the construction timeline.
We also included a 7% bidding and escalation contingency per year beyond 2021. A bidding and inflation contingency is included to account for economic inflation or fluctuation in the number of bidding parties that may affect the overall price of the construction project.
Below is a summary of the total cost for each facility with a detailed breakdown of the line item costs. The cost estimate will need to be updated and further refined once the project is started at the next stage.
BATTING CAGE COST OPTIONS
Based on input from the City and community, there was
interest in several configurations for the cricket batting cages; whether it be a single cage, double cage, or group of four cages. We have provided pricing for each of these options to allow for each of these configurations that are associated with the proposed improvements shown in the
Conclusion section of this report. The different options are tied to varying site conditions and response from the community.
BATTING CAGE SURFACING OPTIONS
Within each option for the size of the batting cages, the base bid includes a synthetic turf surface set on a concrete pad. In order to provide more options, we included some different surfacing types and the associated cost savings tied to each one. The alternate surfaces - decomposed granite paving, and concrete paving - provide a cost savings shown below the main cost estimate as a deductive alternate.
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OPTION 1 - SINGLE BATTING CAGE
The following pricing reflects the option for a single (1-bay) batting cage. This may be a suitable option for a park that doesn’t have available space or demand for a larger batting cage footprint, but can still offer available space for batting and bowling practice.
Cricket Batting Cage Feasibility Study Verde Design Inc.
Statement of ROM Construction Costs Prepared By: PH
Verde Design Project No. 2006000 Reviewed By: MB
11/9/2021
Option 1 (1-bay Batting Cage, 20' x 120', Synthetic Turf Surface) Fencing $171,030.80
CLF 16' - Galv, CLF roof & trusses 240 lf $500.00 $120,000.00 CLF 16' - Galv, CLF roof & trusses with slats (on short sides) 32 lf $550.00 $17,600.00 Windscreen (8' tall, on long sides) 240 lf $10.40 $2,494.80 CLF Gate 8'(H)x4'(W) Swing w/ Transom 2 ea $3,500.00 $7,000.00 12" Edgeband w/fence (12" wide x 10" deep) 272 lf $88.00 $23,936.00 Furnishings/Equipment $14,700.00
Pitching Rubber 1 ea $600.00 $600.00
Homeplate 1 ea $600.00 $600.00
Netting & hardware 1 ls $13,500.00 $13,500.00
Surfacing $60,728.00
Concrete Paving (4" Conc over 4" AB) 2,400 sf $12.00 $28,800.00 1" Monofilament Synthetic Turf w/ Texturized Thatch 2,400 sf $12.00 $28,800.00 Synthetic Turf Connection 272 lf $11.50 $3,128.00
Utility Allowances $38,400.00
Grading Allowance 2,400 sf $1.50 $3,600.00
Drainage Allowance 2,400 sf $2.00 $4,800.00
Irrigation Retrofit Allowance 1 ls $5,000.00 $5,000.00
1 allow $25,000.00 $25,000.00
Subtotal Estimated Cost: $284,858.80
Survey, Permits, Traffic, etc. 3% $8,546.00
Bonding 2% $5,697.00
Mobilization & Project Management 10% $28,486.00
Design Contingency 10% $28,486.00
Bidding & Inflation Contingency 7% $19,940.00
Total Estimated Bid Cost: $376,013.80
Construction Contingency 10% $28,486.00
Total Estimated Cost: $404,499.80
Notes: 1) Bidding contingency is provided due to an unstable bidding environment and accelerated material price increases. This may be removed as proceed into the project bidding phase. 2) Construction Contingency is provided to cover for site conditions and additional work not anticipated for upgrades. 3) In Providing opinions of probable construction cost, the Client understands that the Landscape Architect has no control over costs or the price of labor equipment or materials, or over the Contractor's method of pricing, and that the opinions of probable construction costs provided herein are to be made on the basis of the Landscape Architect's qualifications and experience. The Landscape Architect makes no warranty, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy of such opinions as compared to bid or actual costs.
Deductive Alternate 1 - Decomposed Granite / Infield Fines Surface Decomposed Granite surface 1,920 sf $6.00 $11,520.00
sub Concrete Paving (4" Conc over 4" AB) -1,920 sf $12.00 ($23,040.00) sub 1" Monofilament Synthetic Turf w/ Texturized Thatch -1,920 sf $12.00 ($23,040.00) sub Synthetic Turf Connection -240 lf $11.50 ($2,760.00) Subtotal Estimate: ($37,320.00)
Deductive Alternate Survey and Contingencies (32%) ($11,942.40) Deductive Alternate 1 Total Estimated Bid Cost: ($49,262.40) Deductive Alternate Construction Contingency (10%) ($4,926.24) Deductive Alternate 1 Total Estimated Cost: ($54,188.64) Add Alternate 1 - Overhead Roof
1-tunnel Roof Structure, includes structural steel columns, roof framing, and standing seam roof w/ 3' overhang (126' x 26') 3,276 sf $140.00 $458,640.00 Subtotal Estimate: $458,640.00
Add Alternate Survey and Contingencies (32%) $146,764.80 Add Alternate 1 Total Estimated Bid Cost: $605,404.80
Add Alternate Construction Contingency (10%) $60,540.48 Add Alternate 1 Total Estimated Cost: $665,945.28
Power & Misc Conduits - 2 duplex electrical outlets and lighting, assuming available panel < 50' distance from cages
VERDE DESIGN
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OPTION 2 - DOUBLE BATTING CAGE
The following pricing reflects the option for a double (2-bay)batting cage. This may be a suitable option for a park that has existing batting cages but also has available space and exhibits the demand for a larger batting cage footprint.
Cricket Batting Cage Feasibility Study Verde Design Inc.
Statement of ROM Construction Costs Prepared By: PH
Verde Design Project No. 2006000 Reviewed By: MB
11/9/2021
Option 2 (2-bay Batting Cage, 40' x 120', Synthetic Turf Surface) Fencing $269,006.80
CLF 16' - Galv, CLF roof & trusses 360 lf $500.00 $180,000.00 CLF 16' - Galv, CLF roof & trusses with slats (on short sides) 64 lf $550.00 $35,200.00 Windscreen (8' tall, on outermost long sides) 240 lf $10.40 $2,494.80 CLF Gate 8'(H)x4'(W) Swing w/Transom 4 ea $3,500.00 $14,000.00 12" Edgeband w/fence (12" wide x 10" deep) 424 lf $88.00 $37,312.00 Furnishings/Equipment $29,400.00
Pitching Rubber 2 ea $600.00 $1,200.00
Homeplate 2 ea $600.00 $1,200.00
Netting & hardware 2 ea $13,500.00 $27,000.00
Surfacing $120,076.00
Concrete Paving (4" Conc over 4" AB) 4,800 sf $12.00 $57,600.00 1" Monofilament Synthetic Turf w/ Texturized Thatch 4,800 sf $12.00 $57,600.00 Synthetic Turf Connection 424 lf $11.50 $4,876.00
Utility Allowances $61,800.00
Grading Allowance 4,800 sf $1.50 $7,200.00
Drainage Allowance 4,800 sf $2.00 $9,600.00
Irrigation Retrofit Allowance 1 ls $7,500.00 $7,500.00
1 allow $37,500.00 $37,500.00
Subtotal Estimated Cost: $480,282.80
Survey, Permits, Traffic, etc. 3% $14,408.00
Bonding 2% $9,606.00
Mobilization & Project Management 10% $48,028.00
Design Contingency 10% $48,028.00
Bidding & Inflation Contingency 7% $33,620.00
Total Estimated Bid Cost: $633,972.80
Construction Contingency 10% $48,028.00
Total Estimated Cost: $682,000.80
Notes: 1) Bidding contingency is provided due to an unstable bidding environment and accelerated material price increases. This may be removed as proceed into the project bidding phase. 2) Construction Contingency is provided to cover for site conditions and additional work not anticipated for upgrades. 3) In Providing opinions of probable construction cost, the Client understands that the Landscape Architect has no control over costs or the price of labor equipment or materials, or over the Contractor's method of pricing, and that the opinions of probable construction costs provided herein are to be made on the basis of the Landscape Architect's qualifications and experience. The Landscape Architect makes no warranty, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy of such opinions as compared to bid or actual costs.
Deductive Alternate 1 - Decomposed Granite / Infield Fines Surface Decomposed Granite surface 4,800 sf $6.00 $28,800.00
sub Concrete Paving (4" Conc over 4" AB) -4,800 sf $12.00 ($57,600.00) sub 1" Monofilament Synthetic Turf w/ Texturized Thatch -4,800 sf $12.00 ($57,600.00) sub Synthetic Turf Connection -424 lf $11.50 ($4,876.00) Subtotal Estimate: ($91,276.00)
Deductive Alternate Survey and Contingencies (32%) ($29,208.32) Deductive Alternate 1 Total Estimated Bid Cost: ($120,484.32) Deductive Alternate Construction Contingency (10%) ($12,048.43) Deductive Alternate 1 Total Estimated Cost: ($132,532.75) Add Alternate 1 - Overhead Roof
2-tunnel Roof Structure, includes structural steel columns, roof framing, and standing seam roof w/ 3' overhang (126' x 46'), 5,796 sf $140.00 $811,440.00 Subtotal Estimate: $811,440.00
Add Alternate Survey and Contingencies (32%) $259,660.80 Add Alternate 1 Total Estimated Bid Cost: $1,071,100.80 Add Alternate Construction Contingency (10%) $107,110.08 Add Alternate 1 Total Estimated Cost: $1,178,210.88
Power & Misc Conduits - 4 duplex electrical outlets and lighting, assuming available panel < 50' distance from cages
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OPTION 3 - QUADRUPLE BATTING CAGE
The following pricing reflects the option for a quadruple (4-bay) batting cage. This may be a suitable option for a park that has existing cricket facilities, available space, and the demand for a larger batting cage footprint to offering space for batting and bowling practice.
Cricket Batting Cage Feasibility Study Verde Design Inc.
Statement of ROM Construction Costs Prepared By: PH
Verde Design Project No. 2006000 Reviewed By: MB
11/9/2021
Option 3 (4-bay Batting Cage, 80' x 120', Synthetic Turf Surface) Fencing $464,958.80
CLF 16' - Galv, CLF roof & trusses 600 lf $500.00 $300,000.00 CLF 16' - Galv, CLF roof & trusses with slats (on short sides) 128 lf $550.00 $70,400.00 Windscreen (8' tall, on outermost long sides) 240 lf $10.40 $2,494.80 CLF Gate 8'(H)x4'(W) Swing w/Transom 8 ea $3,500.00 $28,000.00 12" Edgeband w/fence (12" wide x 10" deep) 728 lf $88.00 $64,064.00 Furnishings/Equipment $58,800.00
Pitching Rubber 4 ea $600.00 $2,400.00
Homeplate 4 ea $600.00 $2,400.00
Netting & hardware 4 ea $13,500.00 $54,000.00
Surfacing $240,152.00
Concrete Paving (4" Conc over 4" AB) 9,600 sf $12.00 $115,200.00 1" Monofilament Synthetic Turf w/ Texturized Thatch 9,600 sf $12.00 $115,200.00 Synthetic Turf Connection 848 lf $11.50 $9,752.00
Utility Allowances $99,850.00
Grading Allowance 9,600 sf $1.50 $14,400.00
Drainage Allowance 9,600 sf $2.00 $19,200.00
Irrigation Retrofit Allowance 1 ls $10,000.00 $10,000.00 1 allow $56,250.00 $56,250.00
Subtotal Estimated Cost: $863,760.80
Survey, Permits, Traffic, etc. 3% $25,913.00
Bonding 2% $17,275.00
Mobilization & Project Management 10% $86,376.00
Design Contingency 10% $86,376.00
Bidding & Inflation Contingency 7% $60,463.00
Total Estimated Bid Cost: $1,140,163.80
Construction Contingency 10% $86,376.00
Total Estimated Cost: $1,226,539.80
Notes: 1) Bidding contingency is provided due to an unstable bidding environment and accelerated material price increases. This may be removed as proceed into the project bidding phase. 2) Construction Contingency is provided to cover for site conditions and additional work not anticipated for upgrades. 3) In Providing opinions of probable construction cost, the Client understands that the Landscape Architect has no control over costs or the price of labor equipment or materials, or over the Contractor's method of pricing, and that the opinions of probable construction costs provided herein are to be made on the basis of the Landscape Architect's qualifications and experience. The Landscape Architect makes no warranty, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy of such opinions as compared to bid or actual costs.
Deductive Alternate 1 - Decomposed Granite / Infield Fines Surface Decomposed Granite surface 9,600 sf $6.00 $57,600.00
sub Concrete Paving (4" Conc over 4" AB) -9,600 sf $12.00 ($115,200.00) sub 1" Monofilament Synthetic Turf w/ Texturized Thatch -9,600 sf $12.00 ($115,200.00) sub Synthetic Turf Connection -848 lf $11.50 ($9,752.00) Subtotal Estimate: ($182,552.00)
Deductive Alternate Survey and Contingencies (32%) ($58,416.64) Deductive Alternate 1 Total Estimated Bid Cost: ($240,968.64) Deductive Alternate Construction Contingency (10%) ($24,096.86) Deductive Alternate 1 Total Estimated Cost: ($265,065.50) Add Alternate 1 - Overhead Roof
4-tunnel Roof, includes structural steel columns, roof framing, and standing seam roof w/ 3' overhang (126' x 86') 10,836 sf $140.00 $1,517,040.00 Subtotal Estimate: $1,517,040.00
Add Alternate Survey and Contingencies (32%) $485,452.80 Add Alternate 1 Total Estimated Bid Cost: $2,002,492.80 Add Alternate Construction Contingency (10%) $200,249.28 Add Alternate 1 Total Estimated Cost: $2,202,742.08
Power & Misc Conduits - 8 duplex electrical outlets and lighting, assuming available panel < 50' distance from cages
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FUNDING SOURCES
Aside from providing a cost analysis for the batting cages, part of the feasibility study includes research on potential funding sources for the construction of the batting cage designs as included in this report. The options for funding sources include three main options: funding through
private entities, publicly-provided funding (from the City of Sunnyvale), or a combination of the two.
PRIVATE FUNDING
The first option - a private funding source - depends on the community and user-groups to generate their own funds to accomplish the goal of adding cricket batting cages. This may be achieved from individual or group fundraising efforts.
Some potential sources are individual private donations, donations from local small businesses, or donations from corporations. As noted during the outreach process, there is a growing community of cricket throughout the Bay Area, with many passionate groups that could motivate an influx of donations from the strong economy in the region.
The private funding option has precedent in Sunnyvale
with the local Little League organization. At Serra Park and De Anza Park, the existing batting cages were funded and constructed through private funding from the Little League group.
Another option would be to review available grants that can be applied to this type of project. Many grants are available offering funding for non-profit groups that some cricket clubs or community groups may qualify for. Grants for active living are prevalent but may not provide the amount needed to
cover the entire cost of the project.
PUBLIC FUNDING
The option for public funding option relies on the City of Sunnyvale’s general fund and/or park funding to provide adequate resources to cover the cost of installation of the cricket batting cages.
Portions of the City of Sunnyvale’s General Plan speak
to improvements of this type that may allow for funding to become available. These goals are tied to an overall emphasis on access to recreational amenities to promote healthy living. Chapter 3 of the General Plan, Land Use and Transportation - Open Space, describes some of the City’s aspirations in Goal LT-8:
“Options for Healthy Living - Create a city development pattern and improve the city’s infrastructure in order to maximize healthy choices for all ages, including physical activity, use of the outdoors, and access to fresh food.” The installation of batting cages would capture the goals of promoting physical activity and the use of outdoors.
Additionally, the improvements General Plan’s Chapter 4 General Plan, Chapter 4, Community Character -Recreation, provides a description of it’s goals that align with the improvements suggested in this study in Goal CC-11:
“Wide Range of Recreation Programming - The City strives to ensure equal opportunities for participation and to provide for a range of structured and unstructured uses, and a variety of general and special interest uses in parks and facilities.
The city also provides a wide range of program choices, open space, amenities and facility offerings to meet the recreational needs of a diverse and changing population, including identified subgroups and special populations.
Policies related to acquiring and/or developing open space facilities and amenities are also included here. Competing interests and finite resources, however , require the City to set some priorities.”
The growing interest in cricket aligns with the goal to provide equal opportunities for special interest uses, and also responds to the goal of responding to the recreational needs of a diverse and changing population.
JOINT FUNDING
The third option is for a collaborative effort between the community and the City to generate funding for the proposed improvements. Based on community input from the survey
(question 18) the majority of responses called for a joint effort between the community user groups and the City to provide funding for the construction of the cricket batting cages. The cooperation between the City and community
groups is
Each option for funding source will require a considerable time and effort to put the wheels in motion to attain the goal of building cricket batting cages in the City of Sunnyvale.
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City of Sunnyvale Y outh Cricket Batting Cage Feasibility Study | March 2022 | Verde Design 47 Site Analysis / Survey Response Matrix of Parks Recommended for Improvements Proposed Batting Cage Locations, overlaid on City of Sunnyvale Park Map Existing Site Amenity Ortega
Park
Fair Oaks
Park
De Anza
Park
Lakewood
Park
Raynor
Park Serra Park
Existing Cricket Field/Pitch • •
Available Space for Field/Cricket Pitch • • • •
Existing Baseball Batting Cages • •
Available Space for Batting Cages • • • • • •
Sports Lighting • • •
Question 1 Rank: Currently Location
Used for Cricket Practice/Games 1 2 3 6 n/a 5
Question 8 Ranking: Preferred Location
for Batting Cages 1 2 4 n/a 3 7
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SUMMARY OF FINDINGS
The final task of this study is to distill all of the information from the previous sections and provide recommendations for the final design, proposed locations, and configurations of batting cages within the City of Sunnyvale.
BATTING CAGE LOCATION
From the information gathered by analyzing the space
at Sunnyvale’s parks, along with input provided by the
community, the choice of locations for cricket batting cages can be narrowed down to a handful of options.
The ideal locations offer adequate space for the proposed facilities, and have demand from the public for batting cages.
Two of the proposed locations also contain existing cricket facilities.
The proposed locations are shown below with their rankings on current and proposed use from the community survey.
The map to the right shows the park locations and their distribution throughout the City.
BATTING CAGE DESIGN PREFERENCES
The proposed design stems from information gathered during community meetings and from the online survey. All proposed batting cages will be designed for shared use with cricket, baseball, and softball. We propose the following criteria for the design and layout of the batting cages.
RECOMMENDED DESIGN ELEMENTS:
• Batting Cage Tunnel Width: 12’
• Batting Cage Length: 120’
• Number of Tunnels Per Facility: 4
• Designed for Batting and Bowling Practice
• Shared-Use Cages?: Yes
• Lighted Facility?: Yes
EXISTING BATTING CAGES
In addition to the recommendation for new batting cages at the proposed park locations, we suggest that the existing batting cages at Serra Park and De Anza Park be refurbished.
This would include replacing the existing interior netting and the existing surfacing, as needed.
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS
1. Add a 4-tunnel shared-use batting cage at Ortega Park
2. Add a 4-tunnel shared-use batting cage at Fair Oaks Park
3. Add a 2-tunnel shared-use batting cage and refurbish existing batting cages at De Anza Park
4. Add a 2-tunnel shared-use batting cage at Lakewood Park
5. Add a 2-tunnel shared-use batting cage at Raynor Park
6. Refurbish the existing batting cages at Serra Park
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7 | CONCLUSION (CONT .)
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PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS | ORTEGA PARK 636 Harrow Way, Sunnyvale CA 94087 LEGEND
EXISTING COMMUNITY BUILDING
EXISTING RESTROOMS
EXISTING CONCESSIONS
EXISTING PICNIC AREA
EXISTING PLAYGROUND
EXISTING ATHLETIC STORAGE/PRESSBOX
EXISTING MULTI-USE FIELD
EXISTING LITTLE LEAGUE FIELD
EXISTING PORTABLE BLEACHERS
EXISTING SITE-BUILT BLEACHERS
EXISTING HARDCOURT
EXISTING PRACTICE BACKSTOP
EXISTING LITTLE LEAGUE SCOREBOARD
PARKING LOT
LIGHTED FACILITY
OUTLINE OF ADULT CRICKET FIELD
OUTLINE OF YOUTH CRICKET FIELD
PROPOSED SHARED-USE BATTING CAGE, FOUR TUNNEL
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RECOMMENDATION 1
ADD A 4-TUNNEL SHARED-USE BATTING CAGE AT
ORTEGA PARK
Ortega Park was ranked first in current cricket usage and preferred location for batting cages. It has an existing cricket pitch which will encourage use of the proposed 4-tunnel batting cage for bowling and batting practice before matches. The park facility is lighted, and has close access to nearby parking and restrooms, with an array of other activity spaces to support use by multiple family members of all ages.
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PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS | FAIR OAKS PARK 540 N Fair Oaks Ave., Sunnyvale CA 94085 LEGEND
EXISTING COMMUNITY BUILDING
EXISTING RESTROOMS
EXISTING CONCESSIONS
EXISTING PICNIC AREA
EXISTING PLAYGROUND
EXISTING ATHLETIC STORAGE
EXISTING MULTI-USE FIELD
EXISTING LITTLE LEAGUE FIELD
EXISTING PORTABLE BLEACHERS
EXISTING HARDCOURT
PARKING LOT
LIGHTED FACILITY
ADULT CRICKET FIELD
YOUTH CRICKET FIELD
PROPOSED SHARED-USE BATTING CAGE, FOUR
TUNNEL
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RECOMMENDATION 2
ADD A 4-TUNNEL SHARED-USE BATTING CAGE AT
FAIR OAKS PARK
Fair Oaks Park was ranked second in current cricket usage and second for preferred location for batting cages. When finished (Spring 2022) it will have an existing cricket pitch which will encourage use of the proposed 4-tunnel batting cage for bowling and batting practice before matches. Fair Oaks Park is also centrally-located with easy access from northern and southern Sunnyvale.
The park facility is lighted, and has close access to nearby parking and restrooms. Also, this park will include an array of other activity spaces to support use by multiple family members of all ages.
Attachment 2
LEGEND
EXISTING COMMUNITY BUILDING
EXISTING RESTROOMS
EXISTING CONCESSIONS
EXISTING PICNIC AREA
EXISTING PLAYGROUND
EXISTING ATHLETIC STORAGE
EXISTING MULTI-USE FIELD
EXISTING LITTLE LEAGUE FIELD
EXISTING PORTABLE BLEACHERS
EXISTING HARDCOURT
EXISTING PRACTICE BACKSTOP
EXISTING LITTLE LEAGUE SCOREBOARD
EXISTING BATTING CAGE TO BE REFURBISHED
PARKING LOT
OUTLINE OF YOUTH CRICKET FIELD
PROPOSED SHARED-USE BATTING CAGE, TWO TUNNEL
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PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS | DE ANZA PARK 1150 Lime Dr., Sunnyvale CA 94097 1 1
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7 | CONCLUSION (CONT .)
RECOMMENDATION 3
ADD A 2-TUNNEL SHARED-USE BATTING CAGE AT DE ANZA
PARK & REFURBISH THE EXISTING 2-TUNNEL BATTING CAGES
De Anza Park was ranked third in current cricket usage and third in preferred location for batting cages. It has two existing baseball/softball batting cages that should be refurbished, and there is adequate available space next to them for a new two-tunnel batting cage.
Improvements to the existing batting cages shall include adding windscreen to the perimeter fencing, re-attaching the baseboards at the batting cage perimeter , and replacement of synthetic turf in batter’s boxes as needed.
The park already has baseball and softball fields, and adequate room in the center for a youth cricket pitch. Additionally, this park has ample parking and access to nearby playground areas and restrooms.
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RECOMMENDATION 4
ADD A 2-TUNNEL SHARED-USE BATTING CAGE
AT LAKEWOOD PARK
Lakewood Park was ranked sixth in current cricket usage and offers a suitable location for cricket facilities in North Sunnyvale. It has an existing lighted baseball field and a softball field, with adequate available space next to them for a new two- tunnel batting cage.
This park has ample parking and access to nearby courts, playground areas, picnic areas and restrooms. Lakewood Park is slated for improvements in the coming years that may be able to incorporate the proposed cages.
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PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS | LAKEWOOD PARK 834 Lakechime Dr., Sunnyvale CA 94089 LEGEND
EXISTING COMMUNITY BUILDING
EXISTING RESTROOMS
EXISTING CONCESSIONS
EXISTING PICNIC AREA
EXISTING PLAYGROUND
EXISTING ATHLETIC STORAGE
EXISTING MULTI-USE FIELD
EXISTING SOFTBALL/LITTLE LEAGUE FIELD
EXISTING PORTABLE BLEACHERS
EXISTING SITE-BUILT BLEACHERS WITH PRESSBOX
EXISTING HARDCOURT
EXISTING PRACTICE BACKSTOP
EXISTING LITTLE LEAGUE SCOREBOARD
PARKING LOT
LIGHTED FACILITY
OUTLINE OF YOUTH CRICKET FIELD
PROPOSED SHARED-USE BATTING CAGE, TWO TUNNEL
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PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS | RAYNOR PARK 1565 Quail Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94087 LEGEND
EXISTING COMMUNITY BUILDING
EXISTING RESTROOMS
EXISTING CONCESSIONS
EXISTING PICNIC AREA
EXISTING PLAYGROUND
EXISTING ATHLETIC STORAGE
EXISTING MULTI-USE FIELD
EXISTING LITTLE LEAGUE FIELD
EXISTING PORTABLE BLEACHERS
EXISTING HARDCOURT
EXISTING PRACTICE BACKSTOP
EXISTING LITTLE LEAGUE SCOREBOARD
PARKING LOT
LIGHTED FACILITY
OUTLINE OF ADULT CRICKET FIELD
OUTLINE OF YOUTH CRICKET FIELD
PROPOSED SHARED-USE BATTING CAGE, TWO TUNNEL
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RECOMMENDATION 5
ADD A 2-TUNNEL SHARED-USE BATTING CAGE AT RAYNOR PARK
De Anza Park was not included in the survey question asking about current cricket usage, but came in fourth place as a preferred location for batting cages.
The park already has baseball and softball fields, and adequate room in the center for a youth and adult-sized cricket pitch. Additionally, this park has ample parking and access to nearby playground areas and restrooms.
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City of Sunnyvale Y outh Cricket Batting Cage Feasibility Study | March 2022 | Verde Design 53 NORTH
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PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS | SERRA PARK 730 The Dalles, Sunnyvale CA 94085 LEGEND
EXISTING COMMUNITY BUILDING
EXISTING RESTROOMS
EXISTING CONCESSIONS
EXISTING PICNIC AREA
EXISTING PLAYGROUND
EXISTING ATHLETIC STORAGE
EXISTING MULTI-USE FIELD
EXISTING LITTLE LEAGUE FIELD
EXISTING PORTABLE BLEACHERS
EXISTING HARDCOURT
EXISTING PRACTICE BACKSTOP
EXISTING LITTLE LEAGUE SCOREBOARD
EXISTING BASEBALL BATTING CAGE TO BE REFURBISHED
PARKING LOT
LIGHTED FACILITY
SPACE FOR CRICKET BATTING CAGE - ONE TUNNEL
SPACE FOR CRICKET BATTING CAGE - TWO TUNNEL
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7 | CONCLUSION (CONT .)
RECOMMENDATION 6
REFURBISH THE EXISTING 2-TUNNEL BATTING CAGES AT SERRA
PARK
Serra Park has two existing baseball/softball batting cages that are well-used by the local little league. These batting cages should be refurbished to support the current needs of the users, and ensure the longevity of these facilities with an anticipated rise in demand in the future.
Improvements to the existing batting cages shall include adding windscreen to the perimeter fencing, re-attaching the baseboards at the batting cage perimeter , and replacement of synthetic turf in batter’s boxes as needed.
Attachment 2
Attachment 2