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BACKGROUND The existing, partially covered 25-yard shooting range was constructed in 1992 with six fixed-firing-line lanes which accommodated pistol use only. The shooting range building contains support rooms which include a classroom, an office, two storerooms and a bathroom. The original metal trap for the range was removed and replaced with a sand trap and rubber bullet stop blocks. However, the use of a sand trap caused dust to build up in the facility and required training to be paused to allow the dust to settle as there is no mechanical ventilation. The target system is no longer functional, and the lighting system only partially works which limited the time the range could be used. As well, when the range was in use, noise complaints from the neighboring areas were received. Due to noted deficiencies in the bullet trap system, the Pleasanton Police Department's shooting range was closed in February 2020 and cannot be used until improvements are completed. Prior to closure, the shooting range was used for qualifications and training for all sworn Police Department members and the regional tactical team. Since the closure of the facility, training has been conducted at local ranges in the Tri-Valley area, when available, but staff has had to also use ranges in Fairfield and Fremont. Some training has been deferred and required re-certifications have been delayed due to the limited availability of ranges. The annual cost for the range rentals has been $9,500 and the estimated additional overtime cost for travel is approximately $50,000. A request for proposal was developed in June 2022 to find a specialty consultant to aid in the development of plans, specifications and estimates to return the range to service. A facility walk-through was conducted on July 12, 2022, with prospective consultants and equipment vendors. Two proposals were received July 22, 2022. Following an oral interview on August 18, 2022, Gillis + Panichapan Architects, Inc. was determined to be the most qualified and experienced consultant. DISCUSSION Staff has negotiated the scope of work with Gillis + Panichapan Architects, Inc. which will design the necessary improvements to re-open the range as well as the three conceptual designs and the preliminary cost estimates to meet additional training needs of the police department as funding becomes available. The existing range was designed for fixed pistol-firing positions and the existing metal cladding on the walls and overhead baffles are only rated for pistols. The department has a need for rifle training and short-range rifle practice, and training could be supported at the facility. Tactical firearms training is becoming more common and could be supported at the facility with additional improvements. The three proposed concepts are as follows. Page 2 of 4