10-03-2019 Parks_Rec Packet - Laserfiche WebLink

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As with all budgeting decisions, limited resources are available for allocation. In the General Capital Improvement Fund, competing interests need to be prioritized to make sure we are addressing the most important needs promptly. 2019-Programmed Projects - Review Spooner Playground (Container/Equipment/Trail) - $285,000 (Priority #1) – Completed Interpretive Signage - $16,725 – In Progress – Money moved to 2020 Replace Skate Park Equipment - $20,000 – 2,500 in 2019 to extend the life of current equipment (Donation from LCRA). $55,000 set as a placeholder in the future. Gervais Mill Edgerton Entrance Landscaping - $2,000 – In Progress Gervais Mill Park Garden - $51,750 (Priority #3) – Design in progress, complete project in 2020 Makerspace (Spooner Park) - $4,000 – Moved to 2020 Batting cage building roof - $1,500 – In Progress Habitat Restoration (Thunder Bay/Westwinds Park) - $25,000 – In Progress Message Center at Pioneer Park - $1,000 – Moved to 2020 and increased to $1800 Bike Racks - $500-750 each – In Progress Sand Volleyball Court Repairs - $10,000 – Pioneer Sand Volleyball removal in progress. Further discussion on building a new sand volleyball court at Spooner if needed. Buckthorn Removal - $10,000 – In Progress Park Maintenance & Repair - $116,000 – In Progress Highlights of the 2020 project are: Gervais Mill Entrance - Upgrade and enhance the Gervais Mill Park Entrance (Noel Street side). The Parks & Recreation has recommended a preliminary design and staff will be working on getting bids to begin the project in spring 2020. This project was one of the top priorities the Commission set for 2019. At this time the budgeted amount the anticipated price for the project is $51,750. Spooner Park Lower Shelter – This item was identified in the Parks Master Plan as needing major improvements. A new open-air shelter structure will be put up and concrete patio area. The site will also see drainage improvements. The anticipated price to complete the work is $75,000 Message Center – New Message Center at the Pioneer Park Pavilion. This will replace the one that is affixed to the building and be used as a tool to better communicate to park users of events that are going on at the park and throughout the City. The anticipated price for the message center and installation is $1,800. Interpretive Signage – Add interpretive signage and wayfinding signage at each park throughout the park system. The signs will highlight the area that park users are in and give an overall view of the park system. This will give exposure to underutilized parks and people new to the area of other park offerings within the City. The anticipated price for design, materials, and installation is $20,000. Consultant – The amount for the Consultant increased $25,000 from $10,000 to $35,000 for the Pioneer Park Master Planning process and the Gervais Mill Entrance project.