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After reviewing the three site options and considering public testimony, the Commission selected Site Option 1(A) based in part on its location, potential for segregated areas for large and small dogs, potential for additional parking, overall site interest, and the availability of water and use of existing benches. As part of its review, the Commission indicated an interest in developing a landscaped barrier or some other treatment, (so as to not conflict with the trail and pedestrian lookout at the southern edge of the site), to fully explore parking needs and to evaluate the impact that this potential use would have on wildlife, particularly ground squirrels. In addition, staff indicated a need to explore operational issues related to operating a dog park of this size (most dog parks are an acre or less), maintenance and assuring that it includes the appropriate features to meet the needs of dog owners. DISCUSSION For some time now, the Parks and Recreation Commission has had an interest in addressing the need for an additional off-leash dog park and the City Council recently directed staff to provide a suitable site on the Bemal Property. Staff has identified that site and to move this matter forward, it is recommending a Professional Services Agreement with the Tanaka Design Group to design the park and prepare bid/construction specifications, including addressing those issues discussed in the previous paragraph. The Tanaka Design Group has considerable experience with designing a wide range of neighborhood and community parks, including being the lead architect for the City's Val Vista Community Park. The proposed scope of work includes: . Preparing a park schematic design landscape plan, including accessories such as shade structures, benches, picnic tables, dog play items, fencing, drinking faucet for humans and dogs, ground cover and plant material . Preparing construction bid documents . Attending public meetings with the Parks and Recreation Commission, including a public workshop . Reviewing parking needs and the impact the park may have on existing wildlife, specifically ground squirrels currently utilizing the site (Note, this matter was raised by a member of the public at the May 8 Commission meeting and staff supports the review) . Providing construction oversight . Preparing a project construction cost estimate The estimated cost for the architectural services is $49,400. Because the project is not currently budgeted, staff is recommending that funding be appropriated from the Capital Improvement Program's (CIP) Community Park Projects Reserve from In Lieu Park Dedication Fees (CIP 037028). This project reserve has a current unallocated balance of $282,932 and is an appropriate funding source for the project. As indicated earlier, upon approval of the park's design and bid specifications, the City Council will be presented with funding options for project construction and information regarding financial operating impacts, if any. As such, staffs goal is to provide the City Council Page 4 of 5