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feature that could be used to educate the public and noted that the park would be outfitted to take advantage of recycled water once it is available. Mr. Fulford stated that in addition to the park schematics, the Council is being asked to consider renaming the park in the Rotary's honor. Mayor Thorne said he understood the project would be phased. Mr. Fulford said it is likely, although only minimally. He explained that in order to meet the May 2015 anniversary date of rotary, the planning and construction process will have to be expedited some. Staffs plan is to focus the attention on the plaza and other partially developed portions of the park in order to meet the May 1 deadline, and then concentrate on the remainder of the park. Councilmember Brown asked why the idea of a matching plaza is not included as part of this proposal. Mr. Fulford said it is really a matter of timing, although the city does have sufficient property to essentially match this feature on the other side of Main Street. Councilmember Brown noted that the project, not including the clock, is estimated to cost approximately $420,000 and that this is not a part of the Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Mr. Fialho confirmed and said that if the Council determines this is a priority, the CIP will be amended to allocate the funds for design and construction. Councilmember Brown asked staff to comment on the need for a desirability of additional bocce ball courts in light of the recently completed Parks Master Plan. Ms. Andrade-Wax explained that both the master plan process and community input have identified bocce ball as a highly desirable activity. The city's two existing courts are very popular and the community has demonstrated a considerable demand for additional courts. Councilmember Cook-Kallio asked if staff had any idea of the cost for just the front plaza area and whether Rotary is paying for both the clock and its installation. Mr. Fulford explained that the current informal agreement is that Rotary will fund the fabrication and delivery of the clock, which is estimated to cost approximately $25,000, and the city will cover the installation. He estimated that improvements to the front plaza only would cost $125,000 to $150,000. Mayor Thorne opened item for public comment. Nancy Harrington asked the Council to support the proposed renaming in recognition of Rotary's partnership with the city and tremendous accomplishments over the last 50 years. She also thanked the city for developing this plan to improve what is an ideal location in the downtown for light recreation. Brad Hirst, speaking on behalf of the city's three Rotary clubs, said staff has been incredibly supportive in moving forward with this idea over the last year. He stressed the importance of completing the front plaza and clock tower in time to celebrate the anniversary and respectfully requested a target date of April 1, 2014 to allow a bit of leeway before their gala on May 8'". He noted the organization's history with the park, which was incorporated into the celebration for Rotary International's centennial in 2005. He thanked Mr. Fulford in particular and encouraged the Council to approve both the project and the renaming. Bob Silva requested that the Council approve the schematic plan and authorize a construction schedule to be completed by April 1, 2014. He also asked that they support the renaming to Rotary Park. City Council Minutes Page 7 of 16 July 15, 2014