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being proposed to denote the historic use of this property as an agricultural site. Open space would continue to be retained in the plan to accommodate future placement of public art. Mr. Bocian also advised that the architect has eliminated plans for the "observation mound" proposed for a central location and was replacing it with a more natural landscape and topography. It was noted by Mr. Bocian that the Parks and Recreation Master Plan will include a recommendation for two (2) off-leash dog parks, but specific locations are not being identified. He suggested this could be discussed when the Commission meets with City Council at the Joint Workshop to discuss properties of the Master Plan, so it could be included in the City Council Work Plan. Mr. Bocian reviewed with the Commission the Oak Woodland plan concept and advised that no suitable site for a dog park could be identified. He discussed the Bernal Property Land Use Plan and possible inclusion of a dog park, and felt that a case could be made for inclusion of such a park in some areas of the Bernal property. Mr. Bocian further discussed Staples Ranch Community Park Master Plan and the East Pleasanton Specific Plan as possible sites at which a dog park could be included. The Commission was advised by Mr. Bocian that staff was recommending they review and recommend to City Council approval of the Bernal Property Oak Woodland Schematic Plan with two modifications: 1) inclusion of an additional access trail entry point on Valley Avenue to create an extension of the Marilyn Murphy Kane Trail, and 2) directing the project designer to include interpretative signage denoting the historic use of the property as an agricultural site. Additionally, the Commission should determine that further study of a new additional dog park occur as part of the City's Park and Recreation Master Plan review and implementation process. Chairperson Streng opened the meeting for public comment at 7:17 p.m. Herb Ritter— advised he was a former member of the Parks and Recreation Commission and remembers the Commission discussing the need for getting dog parks in the four quadrants of the City. He felt that the Oak Woodland Area of the Bernal Community Park, Phase II project is an opportunity for a dog park that should not be bypassed and would be a suitable location. He commended staff on doing a great job presenting this project, but felt it was important to listen to what has been expressed by the citizens. Chairperson Streng closed the meeting for public comment at 7:20 p.m. Commissioner Lambert noted the need for dog parks and felt the City has "dropped the ball" for many years. He questioned Mr. Bocian why this item has not been placed on City Council's radar years ago. Commissioner Lambert discussed the goal of this Commission to have dog parks in all corners of the city. He asked Mr. Bocian what phases of the Bernal Project could be identified to have possible dog park sites. Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes December 12, 2013 Page 2