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(4) rink ice facility with 215 paved parking spaces; a grass overflow lot for 145 additional vehicles; two (2) lighted tennis courts; three (3) bocce courts; a dog exercise area; 12 space parking area on the neighborhood park site; trail staging area/36 community park parking spaces; restroom facility; children's play area; loop trail throughout the property; access to the Arroyo Mocho; individual/group picnic areas; central pedestrian promenade; open turf; and open space meadow. Community reaction to the plan was generally positive, but some concerns were expressed about the distance from amenities in the neighborhood park to the restroom facility. In addition, some attendees expressed concern about an ice facility on the site. Based on the desire of the sports groups to focus attention on the possible installation of artificial turf at Upper Bernal Field, and initiating Phase II of Bernal Community Park, the proposed plan for Staples Ranch contains no lighted sports fields. RRM Design Group representative Jeff Ferber reviewed with the Commission a PowerPoint presentation for the Staples Ranch Community Park, which recapped the data collected at the workshops and indicated the prioritized elements. He noted that comments collected indicated that the park should be: 1) suitable for all ages; 2) serene, calm and relaxing; 3) provide active recreation; 4) visually appealing; and 5) connected to the community. Other comments regarding amenities included: 1) making the park enjoyable for pedestrians; 2) thoughtful placement of elements; 3) plaza area; 4) tennis courts; 5) parking areas; 6) meadow areas; 7) trail area and access to the Arroyo Mocho; 8) entrance gateway features; 9) ice facility location; and 10) emergency vehicle access. Mr. Wolfe provided additional comments regarding a trails area concept being considered on Zone 7 property, and information about the water detention area. He noted that while bocce courts were not included in the revised plan being considered by the Commission due to a required reconfiguration of the detention basin, they could possibly be added to the facilities Senior Center at a later date. Mr. Wolfe added that when considering the restroom location for this plan, staff and RRM had placed it closer to the tot lot. He also reminded the Commission to review all of the correspondence and email copies staff had received from members of the community regarding this project. Commissioner Ellgas indicated that she had heard data collected at the workshops did not necessarily represent the opinions of Pleasanton residents only, since people from outside the City were also in attendance. Mr. Wolfe advised that of the 58 people who signed-in at the Thursday workshop, eight (8) were not Pleasanton residents, and seven (7) were from public agencies. At the Saturday workshop, 54 people signed in, and one (1) was a not Pleasanton resident. It was felt that this clearly indicated that information received at the workshops was from Pleasanton residents. Commissioner Pentin had questions regarding the overflow parking issue, and whether it was anticipated that this would be necessary only for a couple of days per week. Mr. Ferber explained that this would be used mainly for ice facility special events, and it is hoped the paved lot provides enough parking for everyday uses. Commissioner Pentin then asked about the paving/turf proposal; how it would be maintained; and whether it would work well during extreme summer hot periods. Mr. Ferber provided additional details regarding the proposed options, and Mr. Wolfe noted this alternative was recommended to meet the desires of the community for more green space. Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes April 10, 2008 Page 3