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Sub-Area 13 Site (approx.12-acres): Marilyn Murphy Kane Trail West — proposes a 1.26 acres dog park area. The existing trail staging area includes 12 parking stalls, a paved entrance area, benches and covered table, and a water line. The City has no alternative plans for this sub-area. With the proposed dog park size at this site, the availability of water, existing parking spaces, and the distance from residences, staff believes this would be a good site for a dog park. Sub-Area 12 Site (approx. 2-acres): 1-680 South Bound On-Ramp and West Laguna — this proposed 2-acre site is undeveloped and does not include any parking or ingress/egress. The site is currently planned as a park-and-ride lot by the City; however, a specific construction schedule has not been finalized. Because this site is close to the freeway and its potential use as a park-and-ride lot, staff does not believe it would be suitable for a dog park. Sub-Area 5 Site (approx.1-acre): Valley Avenue Adjacent to the Chevron Market— the Bemal Specific Plan indicates the primary use for this area are childcare, open space, park and recreation, public utilities, and other public and quasi-public uses that are determined by City Council to be compatible with surrounding land uses. Because of its small size and lack of parking, staff has determined this site not suitable for a dog park. Mr. Bocian noted that staff has not yet determined what parking spaces are needed, but all three site options could accommodate approximately 11 parking spaces, with the Marilyn Murphy Kane Trail location resulting in a total of 24 parking spaces. Commissioner Balch questioned issues raised by City Council members relating to Oak Woodland and whether the area indicated was still being evaluated. Ms. Bocian answered with information regarding access and grade at this location. Chairperson Kinzer opened the meeting for public comment at 7:30 p.m. Ms. Andrade-Wax advised that all emails received by staff regarding this matter had been forwarded to members of the Commission. Celia Gutierrez — was happy to learn that another dog park was being considered and noted that she has used the current park at Muirwood since it opened. She noted that while residents don't have a choice regarding location of another dog park it is good that they can give their opinions, and asked that people who use such parks are given an opportunity to provide input on design. David Edwards — indicated he resides near the proposed 1A site. He was in favor of keeping the proposed Park and Ride site for that purpose. Mr. Edwards expressed concerns about parking and peak use times of the trail and especially wildlife such as ground squirrels and birds that the impacts to them by adding the dog park. Melanie Sadek, Valley Humane Society — indicated she was in favor of another dog park and wanted to show her support for such. Ms. Sadek advised that according to a recent census Parks and Recreation Commission May 8, 2014 Page 2