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Agenda
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
Wednesday, January 9, 2019
5:30 p.m. REGULAR MEETING SLO Swim Center
902 Southwood Drive
San Luis Obispo, CA
CALL TO ORDER Chair Greg Avakian
ROLL CALL : Commissioners Kari Applegate, Susan Olson, Keri Schwab, Robert Spector,
Shay Stewart, Vice Chair Rodney Thurman, and Chair Greg Avakian
PUBLIC COMMENT: At this time, people may address the Committee about items not on the
agenda. Persons wishing to speak should come forward and state their name and address.
Comments are limited to three minutes per person. Items raised at this time are generally referred
to staff and, if action by the Committee is necessary, may be scheduled for a future meeting.
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
1. Minutes of the Parks and Recreation Committee of December 5, 2019.
CONSENT ITEMS
1. Directors Report.
Recommendation: Receive written Director’s Report briefly summarizing community
events and activities.
2. Capital Improvement and/or Maintenance Projects related to Park and Recreation
Parks and Facilities
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Recommendation: Receive a written report summarizing the status of Public Works lead
capital improvement and/or maintenance project in support of Park and Recreation parks
and facilities.
BUSINESS ITEMS
1. Update on Parks and Recreation Element and Master Plan Project (Stanwyck/Scott
- 60 minutes)
Recommendation: Receive staff presentation, receive public comments and testimony,
and discuss the SLO Swim Center and Events (park activation, city wide events,
neighborhood events, enrichment classes) in relation to the Parks and Recreation Master
Plan and General Plan Element Update.
SUBCOMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS & COMMUNICATIONS
1. Subcommittee Liaison Reports (Chair Avakian – 15 minutes)
2. Communication
ADJOURNMENT
To the rescheduled Meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commi ttee as approved by the PRC
to Wednesday , February 6 , at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 990 Palm Street, San
Luis Obispo, California.
The City of San Luis Obispo wishes to make all of its public meetings accessible to the public. Upon request,
this agenda will be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with disabilities. Any person with a
disability who requires a modification or accommodation in order to participate in a meeting should direct such request
to the Parks and Recreation Department at (805) 781-7300 at least 48 hours before the meeting, if possible.
Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (805) 781-7107.
Meeting audio recordings can be found at the following web address:
http://opengov.slocity.org/WebLink/1/fol/61014/Row1.aspx
City of San Luis Obispo, Agenda, Planning Commission
Minutes
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
Wednesday, December 5, 2018
5:30 p.m. REGULAR MEETING Parks and Recreation
Conference Room
1341 Nipomo Street
San Luis Obispo, CA
CALL TO ORDER Chair Greg Avakian called meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL : Commissioners Kari Applegate, Susan Olson, Keri Schwab, Robert Spector,
and Chair Greg Avakian
ABSENT: Vice Chair Rodney Thurman
PUBLIC COMMENT: At this time, people may address the Committee about items not on the
agenda. Persons wishing to speak should come forward and state their name and address.
Comments are limited to three minutes per person. Items raised at this time are generally referred
to staff and, if action by the Committee is necessary, may be scheduled for a future meeting.
Toni Kincaid: Member of Jack House Committee and Docents. Toni invited the Commission to
the Jack House Victorian Christmas this weekend Saturday and Sunday, December 8 & 9 from
1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Craig Kincaid: Former member of PRC and current CHC Commissioner. Attended a Council
meeting two weeks ago concerning parking analysis in the City and that parking at the City parks
was not part of the discussion. He believes this is worth discussion and consideration in the
upcoming update to the Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update.
Adam Stowe: SLO City resident and representative of SLO Blues. Presented a new idea for
Sinsheimer Stadium, a party deck adjacent to the visitor’s dugout down the 1st base line. He
proposes a deck up against the fence at Sinsheimer Stadium, to be used as a special event “party”
deck. The design has seen popularity at similar venues. This is a project that he proposes in next
few years.
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CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
1. Minutes of the Parks and Recreation Committee of October 3, 2018. (Note, there was not
a meeting of November 7th due to a lack of a quorum, therefore the most recent minutes to
review and approve are from October 3, 2018).
ACTION: APPROVAL OF THE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF THE PARKS AND
RECREATION COMMISSION FOR OCTOBER 3, 2018.
CARRIED 5:0:0:1 to approve the minutes of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Body for
the regular meeting of 10/03/18 as motioned by Spector and second by Applegate.
AYES: AVAKIAN, OLSON, SPECTOR, APPLEGATE, SCHWAB
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: THURMAN
CONSENT ITEMS
PUBLIC COMMENT
Fran Edwards: Requested an appeal of the recommendation by staff for Therapy Pool Hours.
She expressed that the additional hour during the noon lap should be provided for adult use for the
deep end of the therapy pool. The daily totals collect from staff is not representative of use during
the scheduled time. In addition to the hours, she seeked clarification for spectators at the facility.
1. Update on Therapy Pool Hours of Use and Santa Rosa Softball Field.
Recreation Manager, Devin Hyfield, addressed the PRC, he stated that everyone entering
the pool is paying the admission price. Therapy Pool hours are 11:30 – 1:30 p.m.; a shared
use of adults and children.
Recommendation: Receive and update from staff regarding hours of use of the Therapy
Pool by age and continued shared use by adults and children. Receive an update on the
maintenance work completed by Public Works to mitigate Dust at Santa Rosa Softball
Field.
The Therapy Pool Hours Item has been pulled from the Consent Agenda.
ACTION: Recommend extending the use of the four-foot-deep area of the therapy pool to
be reserved for Adult use only for the duration of noon lap, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm, Monday
through Friday. During the weekend, Saturday and Sunday, the four-foot-deep hours will
remain the same, with the Adult use only from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm.
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CARRIED 5:0:0:1 to APPROVE THE RECOMMENDATION OF ADJUSTMENT OF
THERAPY POOL HOURS FROM MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY…MOTIONED BY
SPECTOR, SECOND BY OLSON.
AYES: AVAKIAN, OLSON, SPECTOR, APPLEGATE, SCHWAB
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: THURMAN
2. Directors Report.
Recommendation: Receive written Director’s Report briefly summarizing community
events and activities.
3. Proposed Goals for 2019-21 Financial Plan
Recommendation: Receive the proposed PRC Goals for the 2019-21 Financial Plan and
Forward to Council.
4. Reschedule the regular meeting of January 2, 2019 to January 9, 2019 due to school
and other winter break closures.
Recommendation: Reschedule the meeting of January 2, 2019 to a week later, January 9,
2019, to be held at the SLO Swim Center, 902 Southwood Drive, so that additional public
space is provided to discuss themes emerging from the Parks and Recreation Element and
Master Plan update. (Note no report with this recommendation).
ACTION: APPROVAL OF CONSENT ITEMS ONE THROUGH FOUR.
CARRIED 5:0:0:1 to approve the Consent Items of the Parks and Recreation Advisory
Body for the regular meeting of 12/05/18 as motioned by Spector and second by Applegate.
AYES: AVAKIAN, OLSON, SPECTOR, APPLEGATE, SCHWAB
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: THURMAN
BUSINESS ITEMS
1. Update on Parks and Recreation Element and Master Plan Project (Stanwyck/Scott
- 60 minutes)
Senior Planner, Shawna Scott presented an update on the Parks and Recreation Master
Plan and General Plan Element including summarization of the public outreach and
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engagement. Discussion of next steps, including focused trends for PRC meetings in
January and February.
Recommendation:
1. Review, discuss, and approve (as amended if needed) the Community Needs
Assessment Engagement Memorandum (refer to Attachment 1).
2. Review, discuss, and approve (as amended if needed) the City of San Luis Obispo
Parks and Recreation Needs Assessment Survey Findings Report (refer to Attachment
2).
3. Identify topics for further discussion and public input at the January and February
2019 Parks and Recreation Commission meetings.
Public Comment
NONE
Commission Comments followed
Chair Avakian was surprised that the sports fields did not rise to the top of the Needs
Assessment. Commented that Exposition Park could be used as a meditative park and
Mitchell Park, could be revitalized to expand usage.
Commissioner Applegate asked if El Chorro Park could be used as a facility to model
after as it includes all aspects of quiet spaces, gardens, softball fields and an off-leash
dog park.
Commissioner Olson would like to address the off-leash dog areas in the parks.
Commissioner Spector proposed grouping ideas: neighborhood community building
and support (programming), community wide special events, health and wellness,
facility expansion and maintenance/upgrade, nature and environment. Continue to be
mindful of all groups, including the bicycle transportation access to parks. Expressed
interest in using unused space i.e. rooftops, to be dedicated to park use or development
of parks.
Commissioner Schwab asked if there was a question on the survey on how the public
suggests paying for the new ideas and projects.
Director Stanwyck explained that the costing component will be conducted in 2019, after
the conclusion of the Needs Assessment.
Themes to be discussed in January and February: Dog Parks, Pools, Bikes, Sports Fields,
Park Amenities, Community Center/Teen Center, Events and Neighborhood Events,
Activation of Current Parks, Expand Youth Service Programs, Enrichment Programs.
4. MOTION: APPROVE THE COMMUNITY NEEDS ASSESSMENT
ENGAGEMENT MEMORANDUM AND THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
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PARKS AND RECREATION NEEDS ASSESSMENT SURVEY FINDINGS
REPORT.
CARRIED 5:0:0:1 as motioned by Olson and second by Applegate.
AYES: AVAKIAN, SPECTOR, APPLEGATE, OLSON, SCHWAB
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: THURMAN
2. Review and Take Action of San Luis Ranch Park Plans
(CDD– 30 minutes)
Project Planner, Brian Leveille presented an update of the final park design for the San
Luis Ranch project, for public park use and consistency with the approved San Luis
Ranch Specific Plan and adopted Development Agreement. The proposed project
includes a 2.8-acre community park with a 3-acre shortfall (per policy) to be addressed
through park in-lieu fees.
Melanie Mills, Project Designer, described the site connections to the community park.
The park includes a modern agrarian theme including clean lines and connectivity. The
park is maintained by the HOA, a private park that includes an easement open to the
public. The split rail fencing will be addressed with staff, to provide a more secure
fencing option.
Recommendation: Review and approve the proposed Final Design of the community park
required in the San Luis Ranch project.
Public Comment
NONE.
Commission Comments followed
Chair Avakian requested explanation on the roundabouts for bicycles and the different
access points. Is there an area for dogs off leash and will the HOA enforce the rules?
Commissioner Applegate requested information of parking.
Commissioner Olson asked if there will be any lighting on the open space paths or any
low lighting on the connector paths for neighborhood and dog walkers.
Commissioner Schwab asked if there is a confirmed use by park users for the fitness
equipment along the paths.
Commissioner Spector explain why the standard size went down to 2.8 acres for the
park. Confirm that the bocce court has a retainer fence around to prevent errant balls.
Director Stanwyck advised that with Laguna Lake Park adjacent to the site and the in-
lieu fees of 3.1 million will be dedicated to improvements at Laguna Lake Park.
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MOTION: APPROVE FINAL DESIGN OF REQUIRED PARK FOR SAN LUIS
RANCH PROJECT AND INCLUDE THE RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS OF
LIGHTING, FENCING AND PLAYGROUND SURFACE MATERIALS
CARRIED 5:0:0:1 as motioned by Applegate and second by Spector.
AYES: AVAKIAN, SPECTOR, APPLEGATE, OLSON, SCHWAB
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: THURMAN
SUBCOMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS & COMMUNICATIONS
1. Subcommittee Liaison Reports (Chair Avakian – 15 minutes)
a. Adult and Senior Programming: Commissioner Spector. The Senior Center Board
is concerned with security at the entrances and around the Senior Center and at
Mitchell Park. There is also a concern of the lack of air conditioning.
b. Active Transportation Committee: Commissioner Olson. Ferrini connection for
Phase 1; also discussed their recommended goals and budget.
c. City Facilities (Damon Garcia, Golf, Pool & Joint Use Facilities): Commissioner
Applegate. New Pool advertising for Winter: buy 2 months get 1 for free. Jack
House wedding season is closed, gardens under renovation to reopen again in May.
All fields will be closed for maintenance (excluding Damon) to reopen in 2019.
Islay Park playground will host public input sessions for new playground design
Dec. 4 and Dec. 12. Green at Laguna Lake Golf Course are showing sign of disease
at the golf course that maintenance is addressing. Staff painted the interior of the
pro shop and added a big screen tv. Shawn Hafley is our new maintenance worker.
d. Jack House Committee. Commissioner Schwab. Did not meet. Victorian
Christmas tours last weekend and this coming weekend.
e. Tree Committee: Vice Chair Thurman absent. No Report.
f. Youth Sports Association: Youth Sports Association. No Report.
2. Communication Director Stanwyck reminded the Commission of the Cal Poly Landscape
Architecture presentation on Friday, at the Ludwick Community Center.
ADJOURNMENT at 7:47 p.m.
To the rescheduled Meeting of the Parks and Recreation Committee as approved by the PRC to
Wednesday, January 9, at 5:30 p.m., at the SLO Swim Center, 902 Southwood Drive, San
Luis Obispo, California
The City of San Luis Obispo wishes to make all of its public meetings accessible to the public. Upon request,
this agenda will be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with disabilities. Any person with a
disability who requires a modification or accommodation in order to participate in a meeting should direct such request
to the Parks and Recreation Department at (805) 781-7300 at least 48 hours before the meeting, if possible.
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Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (805) 781-7107.
Meeting audio recordings can be found at the following web address:
http://opengov.slocity.org/WebLink/1/fol/61014/Row1.aspx
Parks and Recreation Commission
Agenda Report Meeting Date: 01/09/19
Item Number: CONSENT 1
DATE: January 9, 2019
FROM: Shelly Stanwyck, Parks and Recreation Director
Prepared By: Matt Horn, Deputy Director of Public Works and City Engineer
SUBJECT: Project Update for a series of Capital Improvement Projects that support parks facilities
RECOMMENDATION
Receive a written report summarizing the status of a series of Capital Improvement and/or Maintenance
Projects that support parks facilities.
DISCUSSION
Currently the City has several projects in various stages of planning, design or construction that both
maintain or improve parks facilities. Below is a listing of those projects as well as a brief status update.
Reservoir Canyon (Complete)
The Reservoir Canyon Natural Reserve is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. The
City’s Conservation Plan for the reserve identified the need to provide increased trail access and creek
crossings to allow safer passage, particularly during winter storm events when Reservoir Canyon creek
often floods parts of the trail. This project is complete and installed a new 60-foot span fiberglass bridge
crossing at a cost of $75,000.
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Sinsheimer Baseball Stadium (Currently being constructed)
Sinsheimer Baseball Stadium, built in the 1970’s, has been the community’s baseball venue for local
schools, Babe Ruth leagues, and primarily the home of the SLO Blues semi-professional baseball team.
The old backstop, consisting of fabricated steel poles and chain-link fencing, reached the end of its design
life. The new backstop, currently under construction, will consist of small steel cables and nylon netting,
and will extend 30-feet above the field in the same style used by most colleges and major league baseball
facilities. The estimated construction cost for this work is $170,000.
Old backstop, removed and replaced.
Construction completed in Dec 2018
El Capitan Bridge (In design phase)
The El Capitan Bridge is a pedestrian bridge located at the end of El Capitan Way. In January of 2015,
a large eucalyptus tree fell on the Bridge causing substantial damage. This project will remove and
replace the bridge. The plans are currently 95% complete with an estimated start of construction in
Spring 2019. The estimated construction cost to complete this work is $100,000.
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Meadow Park Pedestrian Bridge Replacements (In design phase)
The Meadow Park Pedestrian Bridge Replacement Project will replace the pedestrian bridges within
Meadow Park, which have deteriorated and reached the end of their useful life. The plans are currently
95% complete with an estimated start of construction in Summer 2019. The estimated construction cost
to complete this work is $180,000.
Pedestrian and Bicycle Pathway Maintenance (In Design Phase)
There are approximately 6.5 miles of asphalt pathways and bike paths within the City which require
routine surface maintenance to keep them functional for users. This project will rehabilitate the
pedestrian pathways within Meadow Park. The plans are currently complete with an estimated start of
construction in Spring 2019. The estimated construction cost to complete this work is $120,000.
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Pickleball Courts (In Design Phase)
The Pickleball Courts project will install three pickleball courts in French Park. The plans are currently
complete with an estimated start of construction in Spring 2019. The estimated construction cost to
complete this work is $120,000.
Sinsheimer Court Entrance Hardscape (In Design Phase)
This project will replace the walking surface adjacent to the tennis courts in Sinsheimer Park. The plans
are currently complete with an estimated start of construction in Summer 2019. The estimated
construction cost to complete this work is $60,000.
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Mission Plaza Restroom (In Design Phase)
Ultimately, this project will replace the restrooms and add a café into the Mission Plaza. Currently, staff
is working with a consultant team to refine the scope of this area of the Mission Plaza and bring forth a
detailed concept plan to multiple City Advisory Bodies and finally City Council for review and comment.
Once the scope of work for this project has been shaped by the Advisory Bodies and City Council, staff
will prepare a Request for Proposals to solicit a public / private partnership to construct and operate the
facility.
Swim Center Re-plaster Therapy Pool (In Design Phase)
The project will re-plaster the small therapy pool at the Swim Center in Sinsheimer Park. The plans are
currently 90% complete with an estimated start of construction in late 2019. The estimated construction
cost to complete this work is $75,000.
Sinsheimer Irrigation & Drainage (In Design Phase)
This project will replace the irrigation and drainage system at the main Sinsheimer Baseball facility. The
plans are currently 95% complete with an estimated start of construction in late 2019. The estimated
construction cost to complete this work is $500,000.
Sinsheimer Park Tennis Court Lighting (In Design Phase)
This project will install lighting for the tennis courts at Sinsheimer Park. Currently the City design
consultant is working to complete the 90% construction documents. The estimated construction cost to
complete this work is $400,000. At this time the project estimates are more than double what was
approved by council in the budget. Staff is recommending to Council at the midyear budget that the
project be delayed to be prioritized within the context of the Parks and Recreation Master plan update (a
prioritized exercise for the next 20 years). Staff intends to meet with the neighbors regarding the
designed for feedback concurrent with the recommended pause of the project.
Swim Center Bath House Roof (In Design Phase)
This project will replace the bath house roof at the Swim Center in Sinsheimer Park. The plans are
currently 90% complete with an estimated start of construction in late Summer 2019. The estimated
construction cost to complete this work is $70,000.
Playground Equipment Replacement at Islay Hill Park Playground (In Design Phase)
Replacement of aged play equipment throughout the City is an ongoing need. The Islay Hill Park
Playground replacement is currently in preliminary design with community outreach underway. The
anticipated start of construction is late 2019. The estimated construction cost to complete this work is
between $350,000 to $500,000.
North Broad Street Neighborhood Park (In Design Phase)
The North Broad Street Neighborhood Park was introduced in the 2018-19 Budget Supplement as a new
project to install a neighborhood park on Broad Street between the US Highway 101 and Lincoln Street.
Currently this work is being solicited to design consultants. The estimated start of construction for this
work is late 2019 with an estimated construction cost of $665,000.
Parks and Recreation Commission
Agenda Report Meeting Date: 01/09/2019
Item Number: BUSINESS 01
DATE: January 9, 2019
FROM: Shelly Stanwyck, Parks and Recreation Director
Prepared By: Shawna Scott, Senior Planner, Community Development
SUBJECT: Public Workshop to facilitate focused discussions on the SLO Swim Center and Events
related to the Parks and Recreation Master Plan and General Plan Element Update.
RECOMMENDATION
Receive staff presentation, receive public comments and testimony, and discuss the SLO Swim Center
and Events (park activation, city wide events, neighborhood events, enrichment classes) in relation to
the Parks and Recreation Master Plan and General Plan Element Update.
DISCUSSION
Background
In 2017, the City Parks and Recreation and Community Development Departments initiated the update
to the City’s Parks and Recreation Element of the General Plan and the Master Plan (the “Update”).
The Parks and Recreation Commission (PRC) reviewed and provided feedback on the Project Plan for
the Master Plan and Element on September 6th and October 4th of 2017 and recommended the City
Council approve the Project Plan. On November 7, 2017, the City Council approved the Project Plan,
and a consultant team led by WRT was selected in February 2018 to support the Master Plan and
Element Staff team.
Since that time, the team has implemented the foundational stages of the Project Plan by conducting
extensive initial community outreach pursuant to the approved Community Engagement Plan1 and as
summarized in the Community Needs Assessment Engagement Memorandum2 approved by the PRC
in December 2018. In addition, the results from the statistical survey conducted by ETC Institute are
available for review in the Needs Assessment Survey Findings Report3.
1 Approved by the Parks and Recreation Commission in April 2018, available here.
2 Approved by the Parks and Recreation Commission in December 2018, available here.
3 Approved by the Parks and Recreation Commission in December 2018, available here.
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Actions completed and ongoing include:
Date Action
October 2017 PRC approves Update Project Plan
November 2017 Council approves Update Project Plan
April 2018 PRC approves Community Engagement Plan
Spring/Summer 2018 Staff hosts pop-ups promoting September Workshop
September 13, 2018 Bright Ideas Public Workshop
August-October 2018 ETC – Needs Assessment Survey
December 2018 Community Needs Assessment, Engagement
Memorandum and Needs Assessment Survey
Findings Report approved by the PRC
Ongoing Comment cards and email interested list gathering
Ongoing E-Newsletter/Email blasts
Ongoing Social media: education, meeting announcements
Ongoing Neighborhood meetings (staff available for)
Ongoing Public input and communications to staff
Ongoing Open City Hall
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION WORKSHOPS
At the December 5, 2018 PRC meeting, the Commissioners reviewed and discussed themes and topics
that are emerging as important to the public, based on the results of the Bright Ideas Public Workshop,
statistical survey, and overall comments from the community. The PRC provided guidance to staff
regarding topics to be the focus of three workshops with the Commissioners and the public in early
2019. Each PRC workshop will include a presentation from Staff, hopefully extensive public comment,
and finally discussion among the Commissioners about the themes and topics as they relate to the
future of parks, facilities, and recreation in San Luis Obispo. The purpose of the three workshops will
be to:
• Inform the Commissioners and the public about parks and recreation facilities, amenities, and
programming currently enjoyed by our community, in addition to the great input received from
the statistical survey and through past and ongoing community engagement opportunities;
• Additional avenues for the public to express themselves about the future of parks, facilities and
recreation through written comments and spoken testimony;
• A hosted community conversation with the public regarding the residents’ priorities for the
future of parks, facilities, and recreation in San Luis Obispo; and
• Further inform for the content of the Community Needs Assessment Report to be prepared by
WRT and presented at a Spring 2019 Public Workshop.
Based on the results of community engagement thus far, multiple topics are important to the public,
and were identified by the PRC for focused discussions related to the community’s values and
priorities, unmet needs, and hopes and dreams. The focus of the January PRC Workshop shall be on:
1) SLO Swim Center and current and future programming and current and future pool and other
aquatic needs and 2) Events, including park activation, citywide events, neighborhood events, and
enrichment classes.
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NEXT STEPS AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR FURTHER PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT
As described in the Community Engagement Plan for this Project, there will be many, many more
opportunities for public input prior to preparation of the draft Master Plan and Element. As outlined
below, all reports will be provided to the PRC and additional advisory bodies and the City Council, as
applicable. Staff encourages the public to review these documents, as well, and provide comments
throughout the Master Plan and Element update process. Highlights of current and next steps include
the following:
Date Action Details
January, February,
March 2019
PRC Meetings –
Workshop Items
1. PRC and public discussion
2. Focused topics of discussion
3. January meeting held at SLO Swim Center, 900
Southwood Drive, to encourage public input
4. February and March meetings held at Council
Chambers, 990 Palm, to encourage public input
5. Extra outreach and public notification
March or April 2019 Draft Community Needs
Assessment
1. PRC review of Draft Community Needs
Assessment report by WRT
2. Public review and input
Spring 2019 Community Needs
Assessment Public
Workshop
1. Discussion of Community Needs Assessment
2. WRT present
3. Engagement and discussion of themes
Late Spring 2019 Advisory Body and
Council approval of
Community Needs
Assessment
1. Upon recommendation by PRC and other advisory
bodies review and recommend approval of
Assessment
2. Council consideration
3. Public meetings and engagement for ALL
Prior to the adoption of the Community Needs Assessment report, the January, February, and March
PRC meetings will include conversations about emerging trends with the public. Staff will support the
PRC with the facilitation of these three meetings. Information about the February and March PRC
meetings is outlined below, and public attendance and input is highly encouraged (please note the
special location):
Parks | February 6, 2019
5:30 pm | Council Chambers
990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo
PARKS: dog parks; bike park/bike skills areas;
park improvements and connectivity;
programming in parks; botanical and natural
enhancements in parks.
Fields & Facilities | March 6, 2019
5:30 pm | Council Chambers
990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo
FIELDS AND FACILITIES: indoor/outdoor
recreation; youth, adults, teens, seniors, and
community center.