HomeMy WebLinkAboutR-10811 - PETSAFE BARK FOR YOUR PARK GRANT APPLICATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS, ASSURANCES, FORMS, AGREEMENTS, AND ASSOCIATED DOCUMENTSRESOLUTION NO. 10811 (2017 SERIES)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS
OBISPO, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE PARKS AND
RECREATION DIRECTOR, OR THEIR DESIGNEE, TO EXECUTE AND
FULFILL ANY RELATED PETSAFEO BARK FOR YOUR PARKTM
GRANT APPLICATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS, ASSURANCES, FORMS,
AGREEMENTS, AND ASSOCIATED DOCUMENTS ON BEHALF OF THE
CITY
WHEREAS, City of San Luis Obispo Parks and Recreation Department and Public Works
Department operates, programs and maintains city parks; and
WHEREAS, the City of San Luis Obispo (City) does not have a fenced -in dog park within
city limits; and
WHEREAS, the City is an eligible applicant for the 2017 PetSafeO Bark for Your ParkTM
grant program; and
WHEREAS, the City, through a recent community outreach survey, has identified the
City -owned Laguna Lake Park as the ideal location for the construction of a future PetSafeO dog
park; and
WHEREAS, the City acknowledges and agrees to abide by the 2017 Bark for Your ParkTM
Official Grant Rules.
WHEREAS, the City support for our community's participation in the 2017 Barkfor Your
Park TM grant program, with efforts to build, enhance and maintain the first ever dog park for the
City of SLO.
WHEREAS, if awarded a grant, the City agrees to commit resources to support the
operation and maintenance of the dog park or help our citizens organize such efforts once the park
is complete; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of San Luis
Obispo does hereby authorize the Parks and Recreation Director, or their Designee, to execute and
fulfill any related PetSafeO Bark for Your ParkTM program grant applications, certifications,
assurances, forms, agreements, and associated documents on behalf of the City.
Upon motion of Council Member Christianson, seconded by Council Member Pease, and
on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Council Members Christianson, Gomez, and Pease
Vice Mayor Rivoire and Mayor Harmon
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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Resolution No. 10811 (2017 Series)
The foregoing resolution was adopted this 201h day of June 2017.
ATTEST:
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Carrie Gallagher
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
JXhristine Dietrick
Attorney
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City
of San Luis Obispo, California, this ,2_q -{h day of
Carrie Gallagher
City Clerk
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June 20, 2017
PetSafe® Bark for Your Park Committee
Radio Systems Corporation
10427 PetSafe Way
Knoxville, Tennessee 37932
Subject: City of San Luis Obispo Grant Application - Land and Support Letter
Dear PetSafe Bark for Your Park Committee,
Thank you for your consideration in this unique grant opportunity. I am pleased to
announce my support for our community's participation in the 2017 Bark for Your ParkTM
grant program, with efforts to build, enhance and maintain the first ever dog park for the
City of San Luis Obispo (SLO).
As you are aware, dog parks have grown in popularity throughout the country as more
people have pets and are asking that communities provide these dog -friendly recreational
opportunities. The beautiful coastal City of SLO is no exception. Currently the City has one
defacto "off -leash" area where dogs are permitted to roam off -leash without citation but
does not have a "fenced dog park" within City limits (the closest fenced dog park being 4
miles outside of City limits).
To identify future needs, the Parks and Recreation Department recently conducted a user
survey to solicit feedback to help shape the current maintenance needs, as well as future
improvements. As part of this survey, users were asked to prioritize future improvements
and potential dog park locations should funding become available (such as with the PetSafe
grant or community donations). Through this initial effort, the City -owned Laguna Lake
Park (located at 504 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo, California) was identified as an ideal
location for the addition of a fenced dog park due to the community's preliminary support
for such a dog park, current compatibility of uses and existing park infrastructure (such as
accessibility to public restrooms, parking and utilities).
The City believes that following benefits will result from establishing such a fenced dog park
at Laguna Lake Park:
1. Providing a defined, controlled area to allow dogs off leash (great for dog wanderers,
bolters);
2. Allowing for the separation of large and small dogs;
3. Keeping dogs away from water bodies (compliant with Environmental Health
Standards);
4. Providing a defined area to apply all-weather surface material (e.g. woodchips);
5. Reduces number of uncontrolled dogs from entering other parts of the park (e.g.
children's play area or natural conservation habitats).
By way of this letter, the City of SLO and its community members pledge support for the
future construction of a fenced dog park within City limits. Should our community be
selected as recipient of a PetSafe grant, the City agrees to commit resources to support the
construction, operation and maintenance of the dog park or help our citizens organize such
efforts once the park is complete. In conclusion, the City of San Luis Obispo acknowledges
and agrees to abide by the 2017 Bark for Your ParkTM official grant rules.
Respectfully,
Kat Lichtig
City Manager and Dog Owner