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CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
FROM: Paul LeSage, Parks and Recreation Director
Jay Walter, Public Works Director
SUBJECT: ARTIFICIAL TURF SPORTS FIELDS
RECOMMENDATIONS:
As recommended by the Parks and Recreation Commission (PRC) and the Joint Use Committee
(JUC):
1. Receive information on artificial turf sports fields and conceptually endorse artificial turf
as a potential athletic field strategy.
2. Direct staff to prepare an artificial turf capital improvement project request for Stockton
Field in Sinsheimer Park, using non-General Fund resources, for consideration during the
2007-09 Financial Plan process.
REPORT-IN-BRIEF
The City Council has adopted a Major City Goal for the cooperative use of sports fields. A part
of that goal, which is addressed in this report, is an analysis of the use of artificial turf at existing
City sports fields.
Technical innovations in artificial turf products have replaced the older Astroturf product with
materials that are actually safer than natural grass. They reduce water use and maintenance costs.
They also allow for significantly more use than natural grass fields as there is not a need to close
the fields for annual maintenance. The fields can also be used immediately after rain storms.
Artificial turf fields can be used 365 days a year for as many hours as the community will allow.
But, there are concerns. The fields generate heat and are on average .10 degrees hotter than
natural grass. In addition, the surface requires cleaning for "substances such as gum and sports
drinks, and the installation and material costs for the fields are significantly more than natural
grass.
The JUC, PRC, and staff are recommending the conversion of Stockton Field to artificial turf as
part of the 2007-09 Capital Improvement Plan. This project can be financed without any general
fund support. Converting Stockton Field is a lower cost solution for providing more playing tirime
for sports activities than constructing a new second field; Conversion of the field to artificial turf
will lower maintenance costs; thereby, freeing up park maintenance resources to address other
areas of concern.
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While no decision is being asked for at this time, Council is asked to comment on a long term
plan to convert other fields in the community to artificial turf. As with Stockton Field, this could
be accomplished without General Fund resources.
DISCUSSION
Background
Even with the recent opening of the Damon-Garcia Sports Fields, the City Council and advisory
bodies have recognized that if future proposed residential developments are approved, there will
continue to be the need for more sports fields in the community. In fact, a Major City Goal -The
Cooperative Use of Sports.Fields, was adopted as part of the 2005-07 Financial Plan to address
this concern. Through developer agreements and park in-lieu fees, funding will be available for
construction of new facilities needed to accommodate new development. What will be more
challenging is finding the money to maintain any new fields, As a part of the Major City Goal,
staff was directed to study the replacement of grass on existing sports fields with artificial turf.
The ongoing maintenance costs are what have made the use of artificial turf attractive. As
discussed later in this report, while artificial turf fields are not maintenance-free, they cost
considerably less to operate. There is every indication that these fields can receive two to three
times more use than a grass field. In effect, one artificial turf field provides equal use to at least
two grass fields.
New Artificial Turf Is Not Astroturf
For many, artificial turf means Astroturf, a product that has been on the market for almost 40
years. However, what is being proposed is much different, and much better.
Astroturf Drawbacks. Astroturf is more like living room carpet than natural grass. It is usually
laid out over a base of concrete or asphalt, with a thin pad providing the only safety cushioning
for users. Asa result, injuries are higher during sporting events played on Astroturf than natural
grass. Over the years, people have endured the downsides of Astroturf primarily because, in
some locations such as indoor arenas or very heavily used outdoor fields, it was impossible to
grow grass.
New Artificial Turf Advantages. In the late 1990's, a newer generation of artificial turf was
developed. While there are many different types of artificial turf, the concept is similar for all.
These products are designed to be more like grass. They balance the best.qualities of grass, such
as foot traction and cushioning, with the best qualities of artificial turf, including all--weather
playability, low maintenance, and unlimited playing time. The new generation of turf looks and
functions much like grass; rather than an abrasive rug. Players can slide, tackle, and fall without
fear of abrasions. Injuries such as "turf toe," a common injury found with Astroturf, do not
occur with the newer generation of artificial turf.
Artificial turf is now laid over a bed that is similar to a road base. The 2" to 3" of turf fiber is
filled with a rubber or silicone-rubber mix that provides the cushioning for the turf. On the better
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fields, the fill material is encapsulated by the turf fiber, so that it stays in the turf. Many of the
manufacturers used recycled rubber from old athletic shoes for their fill material. The rubber can
be cryogenically frozen and shaped into very small round balls. This guarantees a uniformity of
surface, which is appreciated by users.
The largest benefit to users is that sports can be played on these fields 365 days a year for as
many hours a day as the community will allow. Grass fields tend to wear out as the season
progresses and are closed for maintenance for up to six weeks each year. In addition, grass fields
cannot be used on rainy days. In the case of ball diamonds with dirt infields, they cannot be used
for several days after the rain stops. With the right infrastructure, artificial turf fields can drain
quickly after a heavy storm and become playable within a few hours.
Artificial turf can be easily replaced in sections if damaged or vandalized. Sections can be
removed and new pieces patched in.
Concerns with Artificial Turf
There are still concerns that must be addressed if the City was to install artificial turf.
1. The fields generate heat during warm weather - perhaps 10 degrees more than natural grass.
So, while irrigation savings are significant, it is necessary to occasionally water the fields on
very hot days to reduce the temperature for athletes while games are being played. In a City
like San Luis Obispo, however, this will be a less frequent issue than in cities with hotter
climates.
2. Artificial turf requires cleaning for substances such as gum, bodily fluids and spilled sports
drinks. Sunflower seeds are a significant problem and are banned at most artificial turf fields.
Due to these maintenance considerations, most artificial turf fields are fenced to control
access.
3. And a key consideration - according to one Quebec study, artificial turf fields are expensive
to construct (up to$16 per square foot compared with $5 per square foot for grass fields).
Research and Claims About the Effectiveness of Artificial Turf
While long time users consistently state that these fields reduce injuries, there is only a limited
amount of research that supports this claim. Eric Zemper PH.D of Exercise Research Associates
of Oregon analyzed, among other things, games played by the University of Nebraska football
team in 1999, the first year the team played on a new generation artificial turf field. He noted
significantly fewer injuries than from the older Astroturf field that the team played on. He also
noted an injury rate lower than with natural grass fields.
During several recent tours of artificial turf facilities by staff, advisory body members and
Council members, those in attendance heard this claim of reduced injuries at most facilities
visited. They also heard claims about the lack of environmental concerns.. There have been no
reported health-related issues such as inhaling the fumes from the artificial material, although
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there is no data that absolutely proves environmental safety: On the other hand, worldwide
organizations such as the Federation of International -safety.,
ootball Associations and the Olympic
Games have certified artificial turf for international competitions.
The life expectancy of artificial turf has yet to be determined. Most products are now warranted
for up to 10 years, but it is difficult to know at this point what their life_ expectancy really is.
Most fields have only been installed for three to five years.
One of the first artificial turf fields was installed in the football stadium at the University of
Nebraska in 1999. The stadium manager reports that the field is holding up very well and not
showing wear. He also reports that the material in the turf has not compacted and is continuing
to give the users the proper cushioning for slides and falls. The University of Nebraska reports a
reduction in injuries during the past six years as a result of using an artificial turf product. (Even
though it had not appreciably worn, the University made a decision to replace the FieldTurf in
2005 as part of a larger project at the University.)
Choice of Manufacturer
During the artificial turf tours taken by City staff and advisory body members, most of the facility
managers expressed a preference for a particular manufacturer -- FieldTurf. Also, 22 out of 32
National Football League teams use the FieldTurf product: This product provides the best safety
for users and appears to hold up to heavy use better than other products. The company also has
the most experience with baseball and softball fields, an important consideration for San Luis
Obispo.
Even if the Council approves a local field now, it will be two years before the artificial turf could
be installed. Since the industry is in constant change, the best product today may not be the best
product in two to three years. Staff, with citizen and advisory body support, will continue to
monitor the artificial turf industry. When the time to install a field draws closer,- staff will return
to Council with a recommendation on a particular product that is supported by users and advisory
bodies.
Fiscal Considerations
Stockton Field—A Case Study
New development and currently available park in-lieu fees can provide non=General Fund
funding for athletic fields, most probably in the 2007-09 Financial Plan. Currently, there is over
$300,000 in the Parkland Development Fund. Approval of a.project such as Four Creeks would
more than double that amount.
New athletic fields, whether to meet existing needs or those driven by new development, can be
developed in one of two ways: build more fields or convert existing fields to artificial turf so that
they can receive more use.
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Stockton Field is the smaller of the two lighted ball diamonds located in Sinsheimer Park. It will
soon undergo a renovation and be used primarily for baseball activities. Last year, Stockton
Field was used for 832 hours (about its maximum). Any additional use would result in
permanent.damage to the turf. Staff estimates that if Stockton Field was converted to artificial
turf, use could ultimately be increased to 3650 hours, over four,times its current maximum use.
Sports such as softball, rugby, soccer and flag football could be played on Stockton, while
keeping baseball as the priority. The use for sports such as rugby and soccer would primarily be
for practice, since a full size field could not be accommodated on Stockton Field. But, these
sports have several variations with teams of fewer players on smaller fields, which could be
accommodated at Stockton Field. A possible schedule is included as Attachment 1.
Since it would take several years to expand programs to this level, for purposes of this report, it
will be assumed that Stockton Field could accommodate twice as much use with artificial turf.
Therefore, it is reasonable to assume that to.achieve a comparable increase in field availability
with natural turf, a second lighted natural grass field would need to be constructed. As detailed
below, a new second natural grass field would cost about $1.7 million to construct. Using
artificial turf, which provides the same end result as a second field, would cost $900,000, a
savings of$800,000.
Stockton Field is 1.6 acres, or 69,000 square feet. The entire field, except for a dirt cutout at
home plate, could be converted to artificial turf. An overhead picture of the proposed field is
included as Attachment 2. For the diamond sports, bases could be installed at 60, 65, 70, 80 and
90 feet, covering all of those types of sports played in the community. Pitcher's mounds would
be portable, and adjustable to the needs of the various activities. There is ample room to practice
the turf sports, such as those previously mentioned.
Cost of Artificial Turf Field. Using $13 per square foot, Stockton Field could be converted to
artificial turf for $900,000. Artificial turf manufacturers, including the one mentioned above,
design and engineer the field at no additional cost.
Cost of Second Grass Field. Costs for creating a second natural grass field are significantly
higher than adding artificial turf to Stockton Field, primarily because land would have to be
purchased. Meeting field requirements and providing support facilities such as restrooms and
parking would require at least two acres of land. The current average cost of park land, as
calculated for determining park fees, is $400,000 per acre, making this land purchase cost
$800,000. Development costs for the field, based on recent projects, are $600,000 per acre, not
including lighting costs of $150,000. Restroom building costs are $100,000. With design and
contingencies,cost for a second field is about$1.7 million.
Maintenance costs. It is difficult to compare the maintenance costs of artificial turf fields with
natural turf fields because their life expectancies are different. For purposes of discussion, a 10
year useful life cycle can be used, as that corresponds to what the industry is promoting for the
artificial turf products and that gives enough time for several cycles of maintenance activity at a
natural turf field. A study performed by a Quebec Landscape Architect compiled the following
values for annual maintenance of artificial and natural turf:
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Field Type
Annual Costs Artificial Turf Grass
Lighting $ 21500:00 $ 2,500.00
Renovation $ - $ 20,000.00
Irrigation $ - $ 2,000.00
Lining $ - $ 5,000.00
.Repair $ 5,000.00 $ -
Total- $ 71500.00 $ 29,500.00
10 year costs $ 75,000.00- _$-295,000.00
If Stockton Field remained a natural grass field and a second grass field was constructed as
envisioned above, the costs would need to be doubled for maintenance ($590,000 for a 10-year
period). Taking all costs into consideration (cost of land, construction and maintenance) and
dividing these costs by the number of hours of use, the cost of artificial turf versus natural grass
is $27 versus$144 per hour.
Costs for Other Fields to Be Converted
The San Luis Obispo Baseball Stadium in Sinsheimer Park and the softball field in Santa Rosa
Park would also be excellent candidates for conversion. Both fields are lighted, fenced and used
exclusively for athletic events. The cost to convert the San Luis Obispo.Baseball Stadium is
about $1.3 million. The Santa Rosa Field costs would be closer to $1.4 million. As noted in the
previous analysis of maintenance costs, conversion of these fields produces a savings in
maintenance costs.
What about the Damon-Garcia Sports Fields?
The Damon-Garcia Sports'Fields is a state-of-the-art turf sports complex. Unlike the other
athletic fields in the community,.they have a sand base and underground drainage system. But
the replacement of one field should not be ruled out, most likely the Daryl Damon Field could be
converted to artificial turf in several years as it is isolated from the others. With the amount of
use Damon-Garcia is expected to receive, it will be necessary to take fields out of service from
time to time for maintenance. A single artificial turf field would compensate for the loss of field
space during renovations. So, why wasn't an artificial turf field part of the original project?
When Damon-Garcia was designed in 2000-01, this type of artificial turf was not a viable
product.
School District Fields
Members of the community have also mentioned converting Taylor Field, located at the site of
the old San Luis Obispo Junior High School, to artificial turf. This project would cost over 2
million and not be as available to the community as the other fields.
A group of local citizens is working with the San Luis Coastal Unified School District to
improve the Holt Field facilities. An artificial turf sports field is being proposed as part of that
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project, at a cost of 1 million. No City participation in this project has been requested at this
time.
Not Recommended for General Use Parks
Staff is not recommending converting any general use parks to artificial turf at this time. There
are known natural benefits to grass and other plant life in conventional parks, as opposed to
playing fields, and that is why only 6.5 acres of the current 154 acre park system should be
considered for conversion to artificial turf.
Funding for Other Projects
Any new major residential annexations are required to supply the City with 10 acres of developed
park per 1,000 new residents. This benchmark is necessary to maintain the required park
standard, found in Section 2.51 of the Parks and Recreation Element of the City General Plan.
A new development, such as the Orcutt area, would be required to provide a neighborhood park
in the ratio of five acres per 1,000 residents. Like other neighborhood parks, it would have to
include amenities such as: turf, play equipment, tennis courts, outdoor basketball courts, picnic
areas, and restrooms. Because these residents will also use the larger community recreation
facilities, they must also buy into the park system at the rate of an additional five acres per 1,000.
In order to maintain the 10 acres per 1,000 residents, staff may propose a cash-in-lieu payment
for the community portion of the developer requirement. This approach was taken in the
Margarita area, and will generate over$3.5 million for the City. Based on the relative size of the
project, the Orcutt area funding would be considerably larger:
Half of the Orcutt area funding could then be used for strategic park land purchases in the
community. This land could be banked until funding was available to develop and maintain it.
The other half of the funding could be used for the replacement of the fields at the San Luis
Obispo Baseball Stadium and Santa Rosa Park with artificial turf. Staff is presenting this item
only for conceptual review at this time. The Orcutt Area Specific Plan is a long way from being
approved. Other park projects could have a higher priority in future years. A realistic time frame
for actual consideration of this item is during the development of the 2009-11 Financial Plan:
This project would offer the City the chance to save operating costs by making strategic capital
improvements, as artificial turf is less expensive to maintain than grass.
Replacement of Artificial Turf
Like playground equipment and vehicles, artificial turf will need to be replaced. Replacement
should be anticipated ten years after the turf'is installed. One funding option would be to create a
turf replacement fund, like the City has in place for fleet replacements. If half the replacement
costs were set aside in the General Fund, an amount in line with park expenditures in previous
years, the remainder could come from outside sources. For example, within a ten year time span,
two State Park Bonds could be adopted. These bonds fund the Roberti-Z'Berg-Harris program
that provides funding to replace park infrastructure. The historic allocation for San Luis Obispo
has been in the range of $125,000. Another option, consistent with past practice, would be to
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simply plan and schedule for replacements similar to other infrastructure needs—like playground
equipment replacements — and prioritize replacements in light of other needs and funding
constraints.
Further Considerations
In this report, staff recommends that the final decision on the conversion of Stockton Field to
artificial turf be made as part of the 2007-09 Financial Plan. By doing so, the project can be
considered in relation to other park improvement needs that might surface through the goal
setting process or for other reasons during the next year and a half. Unless Council objects, staff
will continue to research the conversion of other possible fields to artificial turf in future fiscal
plans.
CONCURRENCES
The Joint Use Committee reviewed.and unanimously approved this item on October 25, 2005. A
copy of the minutes of that meeting is included with this report, as Attachment 3.
The Parks and Recreation Commission reviewed and unanimously approved this item on
November 2, 2005. A copy of the minutes of that meeting is included as Attachment 4 to this
report.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no immediate fiscal impact to recommending conceptual approval of the conversion of
various City playing fields to artificial turf fields. Each project would return to the Council for
specific approval at the appropriate time. However, should the Council provide conceptual
approval of the use of artificial turf at certain fields; it will provide staff with important
information to be used in the design of future capital projects relating to those fields.
ALTERNATIVES
1. Develop additional new natural grass fields. While certainly possible, this is a very expensive
alternative. Development costs are twice as much as replacing an existing field with artificial
turf. As previously noted, maintenance costs for natural grass are also significantly higher.
2. Develop a new artificial turf field. This is by far a more expensive alternative with higher
development and maintenance costs. In fact, artificial turf only makes sense from a cost
benefit standpoint when it is used to replace turf on an existing field. In these instances, the
infrastructure such as lights,fencing, restrooms, and parking are already in place
3. Use the available funds for other unmet needs, such as a Senior-Community Center. This
alternative is possible but it is a very expensive alternative. It is doubtful that there would be
enough funding to construct what the community envisioned in a previous report to the
Council, which is now in the 6-8 million range to construct. Such a structure would also
have an annual maintenance cost of $500,000. This alternative does illustrate one of the
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significant benefits of artificial turf. It allows the City to meet another community need and
actually save operating costs.,
ATTACHMENT
I- Potential Stockton Field use schedule
2- Overhead of an all artificial turf Stockton field
3- Minutes of the Joint Use Committee
4- Minutes of the Parks and Recreation Commission
5- Photos of artificial turf fields visited by staff, Council, advisory bodies and community
members.
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ATTACHMENT
Advisory Committee on Joint Use of Recreation Property
MDRJT'ES
City/County Library Community Room
995 Palm Street
Tuesday, October 25, 2005 12:00 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER: Chair Thoma called the meeting to order at 12:03pm.
ROLL CALL: Chair Thoma, Vice Chair Cochran; Committee Members: Kriet,
Conner, Lewis, May and Knight (arrived late)
ABSENT: Committee Member Kriet
STAFF:: City of San Luis Obispo: Parks & Recreation Director LeSage,
Recreation Manager Fitzgerald and.SAA Blake
SLCUSD: Buildings&Grounds Supervisor Silacci
P LIC COMMENT PERIOD:
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MINUTES UGUST 239 2005 MEETING
MOTION: (Cochr Conner) Approved the amended Septe r 27, 2005 minutes;
approved 5-0-2 (Kni nd Kriet absent).
JOINT USE FUND REPORT
Recreation Manager Fitzgerald repo a s ' t change in the Joint Use Fund balance,
which currently stands at $173.73.
2005-06 WORK PROGRA
Recreation Manager Fitz rald presented this staff re and recommended that the
committee identify t to be included in the 2005-2006 Wo Program for the Joint Use
Committee, appr al to be made at November/December meeting.
Commi _ _ members discussed the item and identified eight amended tas the 2005-
20 ork Program. Recreation Manager Fitzgerald will bring this item back to next
eeting for approval.
SYNTHETIC TURF REPORT
Director LeSage presented this staff report and asked for the NC's recommendation that.
the City Council conceptually approve installation of artificial turf at Stockton Field in
Sinsheimer Park as part of the 2007-09 Capital Improvement Program.
Committee members discussed the item.
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October 25, 2005 Minutes
WHOM (Knight/May) Recommend that the City Council, conceptually approve
installation of artificial turf at Stockton Field in Sinsheirrier Park as part of the 2007-09
Capital Improvement Program; approved 6-0-1 (Kriet absent).
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER MEETINGS
"I featlon Manager Fitzgerald presented this staff. report, and recommended- the
co - 'ttee to have one JUC meeting scheduled sometime in November or De er to
cond t business.
Committee embers discussedtheitem.
By consensus the C meeting for the months of Nover and December will be held
on November 29, 201 o conduct business.
STAFF REPORTS
Recreation Manager Fitzgerald e on an e-mail 'from the CPRS Legislative
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Taskforce to inquire on the re __ onshi City has With the school district. The City of
San Luis Obispo copy ofhas a co arable relations as,other cities. The committee members
asked for a th mail.
Recreation M ger Fitzgerald announced that the City San Luis Obispo will be a
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site for the Tour of California to be held the weekend in February.
e 0fUal announcement will be made next week.
MMUNICATIONS
NONE
Meeting was adjourned at 1:06pm to the November 29, 2005 meeting.
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ATTACHMENT
Parks and Recreation Commission
MINUTES
City Council Hearing Room,990 Palm Street
Wednesday, November 2, 2005 6:30 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER: Chair Peter Dunan called the meeting to order at 0:47 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Chair Pete Dunan, Commissioners: Gary Clay,Bill Pyper and John Knight
ABSENT: Don Dollar and Jill Lemieux
STAFF: Director Paul LeSage, Linda filtzgerald, Sheridan Bohlken, Todd Beights and
Ashley Blake
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES:
The minutes of the September 7, 2005 meetings were e approved as submitted.
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Public Comment
Dan Sutton, President of Cal Ripkin — excited about the potential this project has for baseball and
baseball tournaments. Currently Cal Ripkin does not have a facility to host tournaments and he sees
this as great opportunity for both the league and the City. All ages will benefit from a facility like this.
Ron Regieri YSA = YSA would endorse this project because it shows the City can enhance and
increase facilities not by building more b'ut by improving-upon what the City has. A facility like this
can handle rain and be used immediately. This field could help increase more involvement with kids
and sports.
Commission discussed the item.
Griffin — questioned fencing field since most community baseball fields are always opened to the
public to use; does not want this to takeaway from other community members using. Is opposed for
environmental and health reasons; however, since it will increase fields uses by more than 3 times, he
fully endorses due to economic reasoning.
Pyper — questioned if the artificial turf is more durable than grass turf, why the need to lock up the
facility? Asked if other sports could use the field if it has permanent foul lines for baseball and
softball-, supports.
Clay—questioned why the need to wait until 2007-09. Win-win deal; supports.
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Knight=questioned if Stockton can accommodate all Cal Ripkin aged kids(especially 13 year olds).
Asked if the City is able to allow tournaments like Dan Sutton wants. Supports on the basis of
maintenance,water use and additional play.
Dunan —reported the agreed upon support from Commissioners Lemieux and Dollar. Stated how he
was skeptical at fust about this idea, but seeing the fields on the turf tour changed his mind. Supports
fully and likes having Stockton as the initial field since it will allow extended use, it will off set
maintenance cost, and turf has lower percentage of injuries.
Recommendation:
Receive information on artificial turf sports fields, provide comments, and recommend to the City
Council to conceptually approve installation of artificial turf at Stockton Field in Sinsheimer Parks as
part of the 2007-09 Capital Improvement Program.
(Griffin/Knight; 5 yes: 0 no: Dollar and Lemieux absent).
Director's Report
LeSa riefed the Commission on the following projects:
Up on other projects
5. Staff Report
None
6. Committee Reports
Commissioners gave reports on Co 'ttees attended.
Tree Committee— ■ Joint Use Committee— Knight
a Mayors Youth Task rce— ® Jack House Committee—Pyper
■ Open Space— ® Golf-
■ Therapy Poo ® Landscape Parkways-.
I Communications
Linda Fitzgerald ounced that the Tour of California will ha a stop and start point in San Luis
Obispo on Feb __ary 23-24, 2006: Fitzgerald also stated that the D n Garcia Sports Fields received
the"Outst Ti-g New Sports Facility" award..
8. A ourned
e meeting adjourned at 8:40 pm to the Parks and Recreation Commission meeting on December 7,
2005.
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