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Home My WebLink AboutConcept, Design and Placement of Playground Equipment on Cit 170 CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH pig HUNTINGTONSEACH Community Services ices Department RECEIVED FR ;� AS PUBLIC RE R COUNC" EETING OF O G CLE OFFICE MOAN L.FLYNN,CITY CLERIC To Mayor and C��/ uncil From Jim B. EngISSDirector, Community Services Date October 15, 2007 Subject PowerPoint for Items F-1, Approve Conceptual Design and Location of Seven Permanent Public Restrooms along Bluff Top Park between 9`" and Seapoint;and F-2,Approve the Proposed Concept,Design and Placement of Playground Equipment Attached are copies of the PowerPoint presentations for subject Administrative Items. JBE:cr Attachments Council/Agency Meeting Held: D /6-- 00 Deferred/Continued to: A p oved on tion Ily Approved ❑ Denied Cie 's Sig ure Council Meeting Date: 10/15/2007 Department ID Number: CS007-008 CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION SUBMITTED TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS SUBMITTED BY: PE OPE LB�-'IIG"F , PA, CITY ADMINISTR4TOR PREPARED BY: JIM B. ENGLE, DIRECTOR, COMMUNITY SERVIC S SUBJECT: APPROVE THE CONCEPT OF PLACING PLAYGRO D EQUIPMENT ON THE BEACH Statement of Issue,Funding Source,Recommended Action,Alternative Action(s),Analysis,Environmental Status,Attachment(s) Statement of Issue: Should the City Council approve the concept of placing play equipment on the city beach per design and location as recommended by the Community Services Commission. Funding Source: No funding source identified at this time. Staff will seek grants and other methods to fund the project, estimated at $202,000. Recommended Actions: Motion to: 1. Approve conceptual placement of play equipment on city beach with the intent to install the equipment once funding becomes available; and 2. Approve proposed design and location of the conceptual playground. Alternative Action(s): 1. Do not approve placing play equipment on the city beach as presented. 2. Recommend an alternative design and/or location for the play equipment. Analysis: Based on requests from the public, the Community Services Commission directed staff to explore the possibility of placing play equipment within the city beach. Many coastal cities such as San Diego, Oceanside, Seal Beach, and Long Beach have constructed playgrounds at their public beaches. In analyzing the project, the Community Services Commission and staff evaluated suitable locations, compatible designs with the surrounding areas, and appropriate types of play equipment, considering their play value, accessibility, and the environment. Following are the results of research and analysis by the Community Services Commission and staff regarding location, design, and cost estimates for the project. REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION MEETING DATE: 10/15/2007 DEPARTMENT ID NUMBER: CS007-008 Location — The city-operated beach between Beach Boulevard and Seapoint Street was divided into seven areas. The four areas located north of the pier were identified as N-1, N- 2, N-3 and N-4; areas to the south were identified as S-1, S-2 and S-3 (see Attachment No. 1.) The commission evaluated the possibilities and constraints at each location and narrowed their choices (selection) to two areas, N-1 and S-3. N-1 is immediately north of the condominiums on the beach and adjacent to the southern end of Bluff top Park. S-3 is in South Beach between Beach Boulevard and Huntington Street. N-1 is the preferred site for the following reasons: it is immediately adjacent to Bluff Top Park; parents and children could enjoy the park and beach; the tot lot could easily be viewed or supervised from the park; play equipment in this area would not be in conflict with beach events; there is disabled access to this location; and it is adjacent to one of the proposed permanent restroom locations in Bluff Top Park. A drawback that was identified for this area was limited parking, but the adjacent parking on PCH and in Pier Plaza was deemed to be sufficient. At the time of commission review, the lack of permanent restrooms was a concern. This will be remedied with the Bluff Top Restroom Project. The S-3 area was considered an alternate location. The advantages to the S-3 site are ample parking, proximity to a snack bar, and permanent restrooms, as well as the site not impacting special events. However, the commission felt the view of the playground equipment could be a concern for the hotels. Staff did contact a representative of the Mayer Corporation, who did confirm that, although they liked the concept of a beach playground, they would rather the playground not be in front of either hotel. Design — As directed by the Community Services Commission, staff worked with the play equipment company to design a layout for the beach playground including the types of equipment, color scheme, and design themes suitable for the surrounding area. The proposed design would include typical play units found in neighborhood and community parks throughout the city as well as a climbing wall structure and spring toys. The playground would also include benches and picnic tables, and be surrounded by sand walls. The benefits of the sand walls would be twofold: to help keep sand and other debris off the safety surfacing, and provide a barrier from the existing beach paths for increased safety for the children utilizing the playground. The plan also includes a dark blue, light blue and beige color scheme for the two large play units in order to complement the surrounding environment. Spring toys and panel graphics added to the play units would provide splashes of bright colors to the overall scheme. Graphics would depict beach- and marine-related images. Cost Estimates - Cost estimate for the project including purchase of equipment, site preparation, and installation is $202,000. Currently a funding source for the project has not -2- 10/1/2007 9:32 AM REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION MEETING DATE: 10/15/2007 DEPARTMENT ID NUMBER: CS007-008 been identified; however, staff would seek to fund the project through grants and other sources as they become available. Pursuit of grants or other funding sources is contingent upon City Council approval of concept of adding play equipment on the city beach. Commission also discussed having a donation wall, walkway, etc. as ways to recognize donors. This has been done successfully at other similar playgrounds. Strategic Plan Goals: Installation of play equipment on the city beach creates an environment that promotes tourism to increase revenues to support community services and create a destination economy. Secondly, the project would provide quality public services with the highest professional standards to meet community expectations and needs, assuring that the city is sufficiently staffed and equipped overall. Environmental Status: Project would go through the necessary environmental review as required by the entitlement process. Attachment(sl: City Clerk's Page Number No. Description 1. Site map for potential sites 2. Site photographs 3. Assessment of potential locations 4. Project Layout Author: Mominguez/mkl -3- 10/1/2007 1 Q,24 AM October 15, 2007 -Council/Agency Agenda - Page 12 Zround (City Council) Approve the Proposed Concept, Design and Placement of Equipment Communication from the Director of Community Services transmitting the following Statement of Issue: Should the City Council approve the concept of placing play equipment on the city beach per design and location as recommended by the Community Services Commission. Funding Source: No funding source identified at this time. Staff will seek grants and other methods to fund the project, estimated at $202,000. Recommended Action: Motion to: 1) Approve conceptual placement of play equipment on City beach with the intent to install the equipment once funding becomes available; And 2) Approve pro osed location of the conceptual playground. APPROVED AS AMENDED TO CONSIDER LOCATION FOR UNIVERSAL PLAYA REA, 7-0 F-3. (City Council) Provide Direction to the City Attorney of Appropriate Methodology for Determining Amount of Restitution to be Paid to Victims of Illegal Condominium Conversions and Schedule a Public Hearing on November 19, 2007 to Finalize Recommended Action Communication from the City Attorney transmitting the following Statement of Issue: In October 2006, Justice David Carter ordered restitution to be paid to the victims of the illegal condominium conversions. The restitution is to be paid to the City of distribution to the victims. Funding Source: No funds are required. Recommended Action: Motion to: 1) Provide direction to City Attorney regarding the appropriate methodology for determining the amount of restitution to be paid to the victims; And 2) Direct City Attorney to notify all current residents of the illegally converted condominiums of a public meeting on November 19, 2007 to finalize the methodology for distribution of the restitution. ATTACHMENT # 1 1 r� `i■` . 1 1 � N I r � - r .Ili�u 1 MII i Y ` t iB1a_ SS nn = Iwrm ..a+iNwNN •took., wlwll�Hlirw # iWYNNILIII � s Mt�s �WYYy'�'11W161WI 1 i �Ili._tip NN11N!)M4T RECEIVED FROM AS PUBLIC RE CPR OR PCB 4EE'fM OF D CITY CLEAK O FICE JOAN L FLYNN,CITY CLERK City Council Presentation October 15, 2007 R Beach Playground Equipment City Council Presentation Beach Playground Equipment BACKGROUND: • Public requests Community Services Commission to to create a beach playground similar to other beach cities • Concept referred to the Playground Equipment and Parks Maintenance Committee and approved by the Community Services Commission PROCESS: • Analyzed suitable city beach locations • Compatible designs with surrounding area • Appropriate types of playground equipment—play value and accessibility • Funding options-grants,donations 1 City Council Presentation Beach Playground Equipment L 0 A UO"'4 AT`10""Nk -'r- Areas 9l-4& sl-3 mr North mGommw4@&Pier South m Beach Blvd � . . , . . . z a . y. . . . , , . . 2 s. J " 5 _k�3� f ' � Y'i w•. ��,.A J'�fN{b�Y y a f9 W N-1 SITE-PLAY AREA r j R c f � s NINE PROPOSED PLAY AREA N-1 SITE—PLAY AREA r n �\ EZ l PROPOSED PLAY AREA 4 N-1 SITE-PLAY AREA r� � G/4 � �� l i7� �✓.. u�-v^.it y� Nl�b- ��nUe a VIEW FROM SIDEWALK S-3 SITE-PLAY AREA ALTERNATIVE LOCATION 5 S-3 SITE-PLAY AREA y n - ALTERNATIVE LOCATION Beach Play Equipment Assessment of Potential Locations N-1 Pros Cons Park setting between 9th and I Ith Streets Limited public parking •Existing asphalt access on sand near I Ith Street •No permanent restrooms No major events or volleyball courts in area Possible maintenance issues with accessible (9th Street North) surfacing No fire rings •Higher potential for vandalism due to location •Accessible to proximal residents *Note: Bluff Top Permanent Restroom Project •ADA Access will remedy the concerti. S-3 Pros Cons •Ample public parking •Some fire rings may need to be removed •Permanent Restrooms •Existing sand walls will have to be altered to allow •Play equipment visible from parking lot access or placement of play equipment •Public plaza and grass areas •Some major events in area(near foot-bridge) •Possible amenity for hotel(s)guests* Potential view issues-hotels *Note: Hotel representative contacted later and •Possible maintenance issues with accessible would rather not have a playground at this surfacing location •Distance from residential area 6 City Council Presentation Beach Playground Equipment DESIGN Beach Play Equipment PLAYGROUND LAYOUT 7 Beach Play Equipment 6 , Custom Graphics i g� f� a� »� ate•' �a Beach Play Equipment RECOMMENDED ACTION: 1) Approve conceptual placement of play equipment on city beach with the intent to install the equipment once funding becomes available; and 2) Approve proposed design and location of the conceptual playground. Alternative Action(s): 1) Do not approve placing play equipment on the city beach as presented. 2) Recommend an alternative design and/or location for the play equipment 8 a lY r • � J4 ` Ilu at _ 1♦ lei" r ATTACHMENT #2 � 5 T, VIEW FROM SIDEWALK S-3 SITE - PLAY AREA ALTERNATIVE LOCATION ATTACHMENT 3 Beach Play Equipment Assessment of Potential Locations N-1 Pros Cons • Park setting between 9th and 11th Streets • Limited public parking • Existing asphalt access on sand near 11th Street • No permanent restrooms • No major events or volleyball courts in area • Possible maintenance issues with accessible (9th Street North) surfacing • No fire rings • Higher potential for vandalism due to location • Accessible to proximal residents *Note: Bluff Top Permanent Restroom Project • ADA Access will remedy the concern. S-3 Pros Cons • Ample public parking • Some fire rings may need to be removed • Permanent Restrooms • Existing sand walls will have to be altered to allow • Play equipment visible from parking lot access or placement of play equipment • Public plaza and grass areas • Some major events in area (near foot-bridge) • Possible amenity for hotel(s) guests * • Potential view issues - hotels *Note: Hotel representative contacted later and • Possible maintenance issues with accessible would rather not have a playground at this surfacing location • Distance from residential area ATTACHMENT 4 Beach Play Equipment PLAYGROUND LAYOUT is �4Y 'ftmr m7� Y' RCA ROUTING SHEET INITIATING DEPARTMENT: COMMUNITY SERVICES SUBJECT: PROPOSED PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT ON THE BEACH COUNCIL MEETING DATE: October 15, 2007 RCA ATTACHMENTS STATUS Ordinance (w/exhibits & legislative draft if applicable) Attached ❑ Not Applicable Resolution (w/exhibits & legislative draft if applicable) Attached ❑ Not Applicable Tract Map, Location Map and/or other Exhibits Attached ❑ Not Applicable Contract/Agreement (w/exhibits if applicable) Attached El (Signed in full by the City Attome ) Not Applicable Subleases, Third Party Agreements, etc. Attached ❑ (Approved as to form by City Attome ) Not Applicable Certificates of Insurance (Approved by the City Attorney) Attached ❑ Not Ap licable Fiscal Impact Statement (Unbudgeted, over $5,000) Attached ❑ Not Applicable Bonds (If applicable) Attached ❑ Not Applicable Staff Report (If applicable) Attached ❑ Not Applicable Commission, Board or Committee Report (If applicable) Attached ❑ Not Applicable Findings/Conditions for Approval and/or Denial Attached ❑ Not Applicable EXPLANATION FOR MISSING ATTACHMENTS REVIEWED RETURNED FORWARDED Administrative Staff Deputy City Administrator initial City Administrator Initial City Clerk ) EXPLANATION FOR RETURN OF ITEM: (Below • . For Only) RCA Author: D. Dominguez/mkl