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COUNCIL ACTION
CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE:
MARCH 3, 2020
CLERK OF COUNCIL USE ONLY:
TITLE:
APPROVED
DISCUSS THE FEASIBILITY OF A DOG
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PARK AT CENTENNIAL PARK AND
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PROVIDE DIRECTION TO STAFF
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/s/Kristine Ri
CITY MANAGER
As Recommended
As Amended
Ordinance on 1s' Reading
Ordinance on 2nd Reading
Implementing Resolution
Set Public Hearing For_
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FILE NUMBER
RECOMMENDED ACTION
Discuss the feasibility of a dog park at Centennial Park and provide direction to staff.
DISCUSSION
On December 3, 2019, the City Council directed the City Manager to study the feasibility of a dog
park at Centennial Park. Below is some historical context relating to prior studies completed by
staff regarding the feasibility of a dog park in Santa Ana, as well as recently completed analysis on
this same topic and next steps.
A. Dog Park Study 2010 (Exhibit 1)
In April 2010, the City Council and a few residents were interested in developing a dog park
in the city. City staff conducted a survey of all Orange County cities and found that 14 cities
had a dedicated dog park, while 19 cities did not. Dog parks throughout the County include
the following:
Characteristics of the Dog Park
Details
Hours
Majority dawn to dusk or 8 .m.
Fences
4 feet to 8 feet high
Allow Small Dos
9 cities
Allow Large Dos
12 cities
Surface Type
Grass, dirt or wood chips
Shade
Trees, structure or umbrellas
Dog Waste Dispensers
8 cities
Restroom
9 cities
Dog Park Size
/z acre to 2.8 acres
Operator
City or Foundation
Parking
2 cities
Supervision
None or Part-time
Dog License Required
14 cities
Access To Non -Residents
14 cities
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Feasibility of a Dog Park at Centennial Park
March 3, 2020
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Annual Operating Budget
$5,000 to $86,000
Revenue
Donations (Approx. $15,000
B. Dog Park Feasibility Study 2011 (Exhibit 2)
On April 27, 2011, the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency (PRCSA)
completed a Dog Park Feasibility Study. The study resulted in identifying criteria for a dog
park that included adequate parking, adequate space (Minimum 1.5 acres), and the
following:
• Not in close proximity to homes
• No negative impact to current users
PRCSA analyzed all City parks and other public lands and provided two options for
consideration to the Board of Recreation and Parks (Board) for discussion:
• State Property at Bristol and Garden Grove Freeway (2.10 acres)
• Centennial Park — Fire Training Facility (3.54 acres)
The Board requested that staff investigate the State Property possibilities. Preliminary
discussions were held with Caltrans, resulting in the State willing to enter into a lease under
the condition that the area would revert to the State, if needed for future freeway widening
and/or staging area. A concept plan was prepared that identified the next steps that included
the following:
• Obtain approval to negotiate a lease agreement with the State
• Identify funding source and construction cost
• Develop dog park rules and regulations
Due to other park priorities and funding needs, the project did not move forward.
C. Dog Park Feasibility: Centennial Park
City staff determined a dog park located at Centennial Park (Exhibit 3) is feasible in the 3.54-
acre plot of land behind the Reservations Office (southwest corner of the park). The location
met the minimum required criteria from the 2011 analysis, based upon characteristics of dog
parks in other cities, to be determined feasible. The dog park would include a double -gated
entry with exit points and have ADA accessibility, large turf area in the center, fenced -in area
for small dogs and large dogs, interior cement walkway inside park, pet/human drinking
fountains, shade structure/areas, a doggie waste dispenser, adequate drainage, gates with
auto locks, seating, trees, and other appropriate amenities.
Next steps to move forward are as follows:
1. Approval of land conversion from United States Department of the Interior - National
Park Service.
2. Identify funding to design, develop and maintain the site.
3. Hire a consultant to develop concept plan, construction drawings, and cost estimate.
The approximate cost to develop this site $1,600,000.
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Feasibility of a Dog Park at Centennial Park
March 3, 2020
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D. Future Dog Park Locations
For Fiscal Year 2020-21, PRCSA is requesting funding to embark on preparing a 10-year
Parks Master Plan (Master Plan) process. The goal of the Master Plan will be to articulate a
clear vision (a "road map") for the City Santa Ana's future that:
• Identifies and serves current and future parks, recreation and community service
needs through an integrated park system that provides adequate open space,
recreational services and facilities, trails, and stewardship of natural and cultural
resources.
• Provides an accessible and diverse offering of parks and recreation facilities to all
residents of Santa Ana.
• Utilizes the current Trails Master Plan and the Active Transportation Plan to address
connectivity and development of trails for walking, hiking, and biking uses.
• Develops an action plan for prioritizing, phasing, funding, and accomplishing the
identified needs.
The purpose of the comprehensive Master Plan will be to focus on immediate, short-term,
and longer -term capital development and improvement strategies that correspond to the
community's unmet needs and priority investments for critical parks, recreation and
community services. The Master Plan will identify, among other goals and initiatives, future
dog parks and/or dog run locations. The Master Plan will also provide guidance for Santa
Ana's public parks, open space and trails. As this process moves forward, staff will provide
informational updates to the City Council accordingly.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT
Approval of this item supports the City's efforts to meet Strategic Plan Goal #5 - Community Health,
Livability, Engagement & Sustainability, and Objective #6 (focus projects and programs on
improving the health and wellness of all residents).
FISCAL IMPACT
This is no fiscal impact associated with this action.
Lisa Rudloff
Executive Director
Parks, Recreation, and Community
Services Agency
Exhibits: 1. 2010 Dog Park Study
2. 2011 Dog Park Study
3. Centennial Park Site Map
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