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Commissioner Streng commented on a Master Plan notation referencing land on the opposite side of Main Street. Mr. Fulford indicated the land would likely be developed in the future, but he had no information on this. Commissioner Lambert suggested that a drinking fountain be included in the plans. Mr. Fulford agreed and felt that a connection could be made into existing plumbing near the bocce courts. Commissioner Streng felt the parking area would be good for people wanting to park to take dogs on the trail. With this in mind, he suggested that a "doggy pick-up station" be included. Commissioner Wahl discussed with the Consultant and Mr. Keller the kind of trees to be planted. She was advised that some area would require new plantings and consideration has been given to using more native trees. Commissioner Wahl questioned whether Poplar trees in the park would be considered heritage trees. Mr. Fulford advised that some are heritage and that staff is working with an arborist on this. Ms. Keller indicated that the Plan calls for using a variety of trees, that would not become overwhelming, like the Poplars. Chairperson Kinzer asked whether the City had any plans to develop the trail-head in the area, and Commissioner Streng questioned whether the retaining wall in the area would need to be replaced. Mr. Fulford advised that the wall could be tidied-up with a Work Order. Chairperson Kinzer commented on a resident living at the end of the park area. Mr. Fulford advised that the property owner is well known to City staff and has been very cooperative. Commissioners agreed that to be respective of this property owner, that dawn-to-dusk hours should be required at this park. Chairperson Kinzer discussed traffic concerns near this park with Ms. Keller. Chairperson Kinzer opened the meeting for public comment at 7:35 p.m. Larry Annis, 3104 Tokav Court — a Rotary member and Co-Chair of their 50th Anniversary Committee. Mr. Annis discussed commented on other park projects that the Rotary has been involved in within the City of Pleasanton. He made reference to Bob's Bench made by a Rotarian for the park, and asked the Commission to consider approving the Schematic Design so renovation of the park can be completed by April 2015. Bob Silva, 3766 Oak Brook Court — a Past-President of Rotary. Mr. Silva showed the Commission designs of clock towers Rotary is considering for this site, advising that it would be approximately 12' tall with a rotary emblem on its face, the face of the clock would also illuminate at night. He advised that the clock would be mounted on a 2-foot granite base. Brad Hirst, 7020 Koll Center Parkway — thanked the Commission for recommending the renaming of this park, and asked them to approve this Schematic Design so the project can move forward. Mr. Hirst emphasized that this project is a collaboration of all three Pleasanton Parks and Recreation Commission June 12, 2014 Page 3