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. . 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS There were none. 7. MATTERS BEFORE THE COMMISSION A. Proposed Desil!:n for Small DOl!: Exercise Area in Muirwood Community Park Mr. Fulford advised that at the April 13, 2006, Parks and Recreation Commission meeting, staff identified three (3) potential sites suitable for a small dog area. After receiving public input, the Commission requested that staff focus design efforts on the far northern end of the current facility. Mr. Fulford advised that the preferred location would extend northward of the existing site by approximately 30 feet. The expansion would average approximately 30' in width and 80' in length, more than adequate for smaller dogs. The proposed area has existing trees that would provide needed summer shade, and water can be easily routed to the area from the current water fountain. Fencing and access gates would be reconfigured and moved northward, and the area would be separated from the larger dog area by a 4' tall vinyl-coated chain-link fence. The Commission was advised by Mr. Fulford that estimated cost for construction of the proposed small dog exercise area was approximately $10,000+/-, and the expanded area would have only a slight impact on annual maintenance and operating costs. He also indicated that staff is recommending wood chips as the best possible product for use in the small dog exercise area, and an additional non-functioning fire hydrant would be included. The Commission reviewed a schematic design of the proposed improvements. Commissioner Kummer asked about the possibility of including more "friendly" signage at the dog exercise area and about having a hose for cleaning purposes. Mr. Fulford advised that he would bring some sign recommendations back to the Commission for its consideration. Ms. Hagopian indicated that having a hose in the park could be a big maintenance problem. Commissioner Kummer also discussed the traffic issues expressed in the email from Mr. Corriea at the last meeting. Commissioner Kinzer was in favor of the staff recommendations for this small dog area, inquired about use of other recvclable materials. but would prefer to see a recyeIable proauct lIsed irwtead efsmlq[ double-bark was used for the area. A motion was made by Commissioner Narum, seconded by Commissioner Ellgas, to accept the schematic design and proposed improvements for the Small Dog Exercise Area in Muirwood Community Park, and request that staff proceed with design development and construction of the facility at the earliest possible time. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Commissioners ElIgas, Kinzer, Kummer, Narum and Chairperson Pentin. NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioner Dibiase. ABSTAIN: None. Parks & Recreation Commission Minules May 11,2006 Page 2