HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-04-21; City Council; 19780; Alga Norte Community Park and Aquatic CenterCITY OF CARLSBAD-AGENDA BILL ,., 8
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OPERATING AND CONSTRUCTION OPTIONS
FOR THE ALGA NORTE COMMUNITY PARK
AND AQUATIC CENTER
PROJECT NOS. 3837 AND 3925
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RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Adopt Resolution No. 2009-079 approving operating and construction options for Alga Norte
Community Park and Aquatic Center, Project Nos. 3837 and 3925.
ITEM EXPLANATION:
The proposed Alga Norte Community Park is located at the northwest corner of the intersection of
Poinsettia Lane and Alicante Road (Exhibit 1). On December 17, 2002, the City Council adopted
Resolution No. 2002-371 approving the Alga Norte Community Park Master Plan featuring an aquatic
center, three baseball fields, a dog park, a skatepark, basketball courts, playgrounds, open space,
and parking. The aquatic center includes a competitive pool, a 12-lane instruction pool, a therapy
pool, and a recreational component with wet play structures, slides, and a moving river. The aquatic
center also includes 13,000 square feet of building space for a mechanical building, an administration
building, locker room facilities, group meeting facilities, a fitness room, and a concessions kitchen.
.Other buildings at the proposed park include a maintenance facility, numerous pumping station
structures, chlorination building, a snack bar, and three public restrooms. The Alga Norte Community
Park and Aquatic Center was designed to achieve the basic level of "certification" in accordance with
the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system developed by the U.S.
Green Building Council (USGBC).
On July 17, 2007 Council adopted Resolution 2007-186 approving the plans, specifications, contract
documents, and authorizing staff to advertise for bids. On December 18, 2007, by Resolution No.
2007-326, the Council rejected the bids received for construction of the park and aquatic center and
authorized staff to re-advertise the project and receive new bids. On February 26, 2008 the Council
directed staff to redesign the project into two phases, deferring construction of the recreational
component in the aquatic center to Phase 2. Phase 1 of the project would include three baseball
fields, a dog park, a skatepark, basketball courts, playgrounds, open space, and parking, as well as a
competitive pool, a 12-lane instruction pool, and a therapy pool in the aquatic center (see Exhibit 2
for Phase 1 aquatic center concept).
On July 22, 2008 staff requested permission to re-advertise the revised Phase 1 of the project;
however, due to the changing economic conditions and concern about impacts of State budget,
Council decided to place the project on hold. Council directed staff to identify options for funding the
operating and maintenance costs for Phase 1 and to return the matter following a review of the State's
budget. The State's Fiscal Year 2008-09 budget was revised in February 2009 and staff's review
indicates that uncertainty still remains regarding the State budget and the overall economy.
DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Skip Hammann, 760-434-2856, skip.hammann@carlsbadca.gov
FOR CITY CLERKS USE ONLY.
COUNCIL ACTION: APPROVED
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On March 3, 2009 at a Council Workshop, staff was directed to update the probable cost of
construction to reflect the current construction bidding climate and to revise the construction cost to
include market rate wages (non-prevailing). A comparison of July 2008 and March 2009 Phase 1
estimated costs are provided in Table 1.
Staff has researched options for funding the operating and maintenance costs. Corporate
sponsorship was investigated; however, staff has not included this as a viable option at this time due
to the current economic conditions. Operating options exist for both the aquatic center and
community park:
Operating Options-
1. City operate - based on the Parks & Recreation business model.
2. Lease or management contract - City would build the project and contract out the operation
and maintenance to a third party similar to the arrangement with the municipal golf course.
3. Ground lease - the City would grade the site and lease it to a third party to construct, operate,
and maintain.
4. Public Private Partnership/design-build - this option could be a variation of item 2 or 3 with a
partnership or operating agreement. A design-build component has been added to this option
anticipating changes to the project requested by the third party to meet their business model.
Design-build is not a viable option until such time that Carlsbad adopts a design-build
ordinance.
Staff has also included construction options for Council consideration:
Construction Options-
1. Maintain hold on project
2. Build Phase 1 project as proposed
3. Rough grade site meeting future park development requirements
4. Build the project with only the phase 1 aquatic center
5. Build project without aquatic center
Staff has prepared a presentation to discuss these options in more detail.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT:
On March 1, 2006, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 6039 and 6040, adopting a
Negative Declaration (ND) and Conditional Use Permit No. 04-08, respectively for the project.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The updated project cost estimated for Alga Norte Community Park and Aquatic Center, excluding the
deferred recreational component, is shown in Table 1 below.
TABLE 1 - ALGA NORTE COMMUNITY PARK AND AQUATIC CENTER
PROJECT NOS. 3837 AND 3925
ESTIMATED PROJECT COSTS
DESCRIPTION
DESIGN & ENVIRONMENTAL
FINAL DESIGN (Wimmer Yamada & Caughy), completed
Geotechnical Report (Ninyo & Moore), completed
Miscellaneous Design Expenses, completed
Building Permit, Recycled Water Use Permit, Kitchen and Aquatics Center Permits
Plans and Specifications Printing Expense
SUBTOTAL
CONSTRUCTION
Construction Cost for Aquatic Center without Recreational Component
Construction Cost for Community Park
Construction Contingency (15%)
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CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
Construction Management and Inspection
Materials & Soils Testing
Shop Drawing Review & Assistance
Staff Administration
SDG&E, AT&T, and Time Warner Cable
IT Equipment
SUBTOTAL
MISCELLANEOUS
Water & Sewer Capacity Fees, budget amount
Public Art, budget amount
Pre-Opening Expense, budget amount
Furnishings, Fixtures and Equipment, (FF&E) budget amount
Miscellaneous items, budget amount
SUBTOTAL
CURRENT APPROPRIATION
BALANCE
COST 7/08
$2,067,000
$12,000
$237,000
$20,000
$20,000
2,356,000
$16,257,000
$16,466,000
$4,909,000
37,632,000
$2,000,000
$400,000
$480,000
$150,000
$100,000
$200,000
3,330,000
$250,000
$280,000
$240,000
$495,000
$25,000
$44,608,000
$50,423,000
5,815,000
COST 3/09
2,079,500
12,000
237,000
20,000
20,000
2,368,500
13,706,960
14,832,487
4,280,917
32,820,364
2,000,000
400,000
480,000
150,000
100,000
200,000
3,330,000
250,000
280,000
240,000
495,000
25,000
39,808,864
50,423,000
10,614,136
Note: A separate appropriation was made to purchase the land for Alga Norte Community Park in the
amount of $4,034,000, and associated costs of $135,000, which is not included in Table 1.
The Aquatic Center appropriation for the entire aquatic project (includes moving river, water slides
and wet play structure in Phase 2) is currently $28,315,490, appropriated from the Public Facilities
Fees (PFF) Fund, and the General Capital Construction (GCC) Fund - Proposition C. The estimated
construction cost for Phase I of construction when combined with the prorated share of the other line
item costs in Table 1 is $19,119,449.
The Community Park appropriation is currently $22,107,510, appropriated from the PFF Fund. The
estimated construction cost when combined with the prorated share of all other line item costs in
Table 1 is $20,689,415.
The project's total current appropriation is $50,423,000. The project's currently identified financing
sources are detailed in Table 2 below. Proposition C approval allowed General Funds to be used in
excess of $1 million for specific projects, which included the Aquatic Center. After Proposition C was
approved by the voters, , General Funds were set aside in the GCC Fund for those identified projects.
Currently $16,215,795 is allocated for the Aquatic Center from GCC - Proposition C funds as well as
$6.0 million from GCC funding. PFF funds can only be used for the designated purpose.
TABLE 2 - PROJECT FINANCING
DESCRIPTION
COMMUNITY PARK
AQUATIC CENTER
TOTAL FINANCING
PFF
$22,107,510
6,099,695
$28,207,205
GCC
$ -0-
6,000,000
$6,000,000
GCC-
PROPC
$ -0-
16,215,795
$16,215,795
TOTAL
$22,107,510
28,315,490
$50,423,000
An estimate of the operating and maintenance costs is provided in Table 3 below, based on the
current phased design.
TABLE 3 - ANNUAL OPERATING REVENUE AND EXPENDITURES
DESCRIPTION
COMMUNITY PARK
Operation & Maintenance Cost
Revenue
Net Operation & Maintenance Cost
AQUATIC CENTER
Operation & Maintenance Cost
Revenue
Net Operation & Maintenance Cost
TOTAL NET OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE COSTS
ESTIMATED COSTS
$820,000
$60,000
$760,000
$1,540,000
$1,100,000
$440,000
$1,200,000
Based on Table 3 above, the General Fund would need to provide the operating and maintenance
costs for the facilities once they are opened. The net impact to the General Fund is estimated to be
$1.2 million per year for Phase 1. The Ten-Year Financial Forecast assumed a $1.5 million total
annual operating impact to the General Fund for Alga Norte Park and Aquatic Center beginning in
Fiscal Year 2013-2014. The Ten-Year Financial Forecast will be updated to reflect these current
operating estimates, however, even with a lower annual operating impact, the Ten-Year Financial
Forecast does not have capacity to support the annual operating and maintenance costs for this
project. The forecast is currently assuming a three year recession with a slow economic recovery
beginning in FY 2011-12. The City has reduced General Fund operating expenditures for FY 2008-09
by $5.3 million and is planning to reduce operating expenditures for FY 2009-10 by an additional $4-
4.5 million. Even with these additional expenditure reductions, the Ten-Year Financial Forecast is
reflecting budget deficits over the next several years.
In addition, while there may be one-time funding that could be identified to help support the operation
and maintenance of the project in the short-term, it is not fiscally prudent to pursue one-time funding
to support ongoing operations and is not recommended at this time especially given the current
economic uncertainty.
EXHIBITS:
1. Location Map.
2. Site Plan of Phase 1 - Aquatics Center.
3. Resolution No. 2009-079 approving operating and construction options for Alga Norte
Community Park, Project Nos. 3837 and 3925.
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EXHIBIT 1
LOCATION MAP
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PROJECT NAME
ALGA NORTE COMMUNITY PARK
PROJECT
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3837
EXHIBIT
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EXHIBIT 2
ALGA NORTE POOL RE-DESIGN
MAY 7, 2008 Caughey
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RESOLUTION NO. 2009-079
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
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WHEREAS, the Recreational Component of the Alga Norte Community Park Aquatic
Center, which include wet play structures, slides, and a moving river, are being deferred and were
removed from the current plans and specifications; and
12 WHEREAS, operating options have been considered for the aquatic center; and
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Exhibit 3
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING OPERATING AND
CONSTRUCTION OPTIONS FOR THE ALGA NORTE COMMUNITY
PARK AND AQUATIC CENTER, PROJECT NOS. 3837 AND 3925.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, has determined it
necessary, desirable, and in the public interest to construct Alga Norte Community Park,
Project Nos. 3837 and 3925; and
WHEREAS, Alga Norte Community Park is necessary to comply with the City's Growth
Management Plan; and
WHEREAS, construction options have been considered for the development of the
project; and
15 WHEREAS, funding for said project has been appropriated from PFF and GCC Funds in
the 2008/2009 Capital Improvement Program in the amount of $50,423,000 to cover all project
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costs; and
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Carlsbad,
California, as follows:
1. That the above recitations are true and correct.
(Note: Two separate votes were taken regarding the operating and construction
options).
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2. That the operating options have been considered and the City Council directs staff to
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AYES: Council Members Lewis, Kulchin, Hall, Packard and Blackburn.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
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3. That the construction options have been considered and the City Council directs staff to
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AYES: Council Members Lewis, Hall and Packard.
NOES: Council Members Kulchin and Blackburn.
ABSENT: None.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the
City of Carlsbad on the 21st day of April. 2009.
, Mayor
ATTEST:
LORRAINE M. WOOD, City Clerk '
(SEAL)
AGENDA ITEM #.
c: Mayor
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Mayor Bud Lewis and Council members,
Ann, Matt, Mark and Keith,
1200 Carlsbad Village Drive
Carlsbad CA 92008
City Council
City Manager
City Attorney
City Clerk
You have before you this evening a request to
move forward on the Alga Norte Park and Pool
Complex. There are many reasons why I
believe this is the right time to move forward on
the project. The most important, however is the
construction costs are an all time low. There is
a lot of competition out there right now. I
understand that the construction estimates have
come in about ten million dollars under what has
been budgeted for the project. Why not move
forward on the complex and put the remaining
ten million dollars into an enterprise fund, using
the interest off the fund to cover maintenance
and operations. With what you could generate
from the park and the interest money you may
come close to the O and M costs projected.
None of our park facilities cover their entire O
and M costs completely, that's what tax dollars
are for.
ICGEI
APR 1 7 2009
CITY OF CARLSBADCITY CLERK'S OFFICE
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I urge you to move forward and take advantage
of the opportunity to provide a great public
amenity. You could end upsaving the tax payers
a lot of money.
Warm Regards,
Marilyn Strong
From:
Sent:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
Tom Watson [Tom Watson@alumni.usc.edu]
Monday, April 20, 2009 10:29 PM
Marilyn Strong
Brian Albright; Phil Urbina; Council Internet Email
Alga Norte Park
AGENDA ITEM* O
City Council
City Manager
City Attorney
City Clerk
Hi Marilyn,
I just found out today from Phil Urbina that the council will be deciding upon the future of Alga Norte Park in tomorrow
night's meeting.
Unfortunately, I just had the chance to check my calendar and won't be able to attend as we have our regularly scheduled
board meeting at the same time. Therefore I would like to express my endorsement for the project, and hope that
someone will be able to present this brief report to the council. I have already sent detailed feedback to Brian Albright
regarding some of the design considerations for the ballfields, and Brian could report on that if he wishes.
The primary reasons for my endorsement of the new facility are:
1) With only 1 swimming complex in Carlsbad, there is an overwhelming need for another
2) Ballfields are currently used almost to the max by user groups such as ours. Benefits of increasing the stable of
available fields would be:
a) User groups could more effectively run their programs without compromises such as very late nights for school children
b) Existing fields could be better maintained by taking them offline for longer periods to rest where needed
c) Fields could be better aligned with user groups geographically
d) additional "community time" could be scheduled on some fields where that is seen as a benefit by local resident.
e) Replacement for Safety Center field is needed almost immediately as construction is apparently slated for 2010.
I also cc'd the council email address, but would appreciate your checking to verify that this message is received and if
possible made a part of the public record.
All the best!
Tom
APR 2 2009
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
Kira Linberg
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
David Deal [david@dealdesigngroup.com]
Sunday, April 19, 2009 2:39 PM
Council Internet Email
We support the Alga Norte Park
I am writing to voice my family's support for building the Alga Norte Park! Our family of 4 plus dog are competitive
swimmers and would gladly help support this project.
As a side note, we own a branding and graphic design agency located in Carslbad that would assist in park identity,
signage and graphic design. p ~
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David Deal
Principal, Creative Director
Deal Design Group LLC
1945 Camino Vida Roble, Suite K
Carlsbad, CA 92008
T: [760] 476-9770 ext. 12
F: [760] 476-9733
AGENDA ITEM #.
« Mayor
City Council
City Manager
City Attorney
City Clerk
david@dealdesiqnqroup.com
Klra Linberg
From: Gloria & Lou [Louglo@roadrunner.com]
Sent: Sunday, April 19, 2009 3:38 PM
To: Council Internet Email
Subject: Alga Norte Park
This park has been in planning for many years. It will serve many residents and is something we have been looking forward to.
Keep your promise to provide residents with needed recreational facilities! The skate park,, swimming and dog parks planned are
vital to our area.
Gloria & Louis Raspa
Carlsbad, CA
Kira Linberg
From: ksarem@roadrunner.com
Sent: Sunday, April 19, 2009 6:04 PM
To: Council Internet Email
Subject: CITY OF CARLSBAD | CONTACT US
A visitor to the City of Carlsbad Web site has completed and posted the "Contact Us" form to
department, City Council.
**********************************************
FOR SECURITY REASONS, DO NOT CHANGE THE SUBJECT LINE.**********************************************
Below, please find the information that was submitted:
Do the citycouncil members have email addresses? Specifically Hall and Packard. I would
like to know why they are so reluctant to give us our Alga Norte Pool. You cannot build out
a city without building appropriate facilities to accomodate the new population growth. They
are sitting on our tax dollars, when we are demanding that they spend it on a facility this
community desperately needs.
ksarem(Sroadrunner. com
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Kira Linberg
From: Lora Abbey [loralynn@mac.com]
Sent: Sunday, April 19, 2009 6:18 PM
To: Council Internet Email
Cc: Lora Abbey
Subject: Alga Norte Park
To whom it may concern:
Three years we moved our family to Carlsbad from Washington State. We specifically chose to
live in the Carlsbad neighborhood of Bressi Ranch because of the walkability and it's
proximity to schools and parks. A big draw was the future "Alga Norte Park" project. We
have been watching and waiting for this project to happen. It is time for Carlsbad to make
good on the promise to build this park . The economic opportunity to build it is now. We
would like to see Carlsbad stop dragging it's feet and move forward on this project
immediately. My family would like to be able to enjoy this park while our children are still
young.
Regards,
The Abbey Family
Kira Linberg
From: Jay Yun [jaycyun@att.net]
Sent: Sunday, April 19, 2009 8:30 PM
To: Council Internet Email
Subject: Alga Norte Park
I have been a resident of Carlsbad in the La Costa area for 8 years. Alga Norte Park is long overdue, and I strongly
support efforts to make it happen. I am not able to attend next Tuesday's meeting due to child support, but would like to
raise my support by email.
Thank you,
Jay Yun
Kira Lin berg
From: Michael Machanis [mjmachanis@roadrunner.com]
Sent: Sunday, April 19, 2009 9:44 PM
To: Council Internet Email
Subject: alga norte park
Council members,
As a resident of Carlsbad I am most proud of the master planning of our community as well as the people who live here. I
think that there are a few things that also continue to keep the values of our homes from declining further. A park with a
swimming complex as well as other features is just what this city needs. There will not be a need to vacation in another
city when there is so much to do here. I encourage the city council to approve the park.
Regards,
The Machanis Family
6953 Batiquitos dr
Carlsbad.Calif 92011
Kira Lin berg
From: boodness@aol.com
Sent: Monday, April 20, 2009 8:22 AM
To: Council Internet Email
Subject: CITY OF CARLSBAD | CONTACT US
A visitor to the City of Carlsbad Web site has completed and posted the "Contact Us" form to
department , City Council.
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FOR SECURITY REASONS, DO NOT CHANGE THE SUBJECT LINE.
Below, please find the information that was submitted:
I fully support the Ms. Kulchin and Mr. Blackburn as to moving forward with the construction
of Alga Norte Park, swim complex, etc. This facility was promised to the citizens years and
years ago and it is time to follow through. How can the Council spend millions and millions
on a golf course on which many residents cannot afford to play and not build this park
complex that will benefit everyone who desires to use it, rich, poor, young, old.
I cannot attend the meeting on Tuesday but it is my wish that this email go on record to
support this valuable project. Thank you
Judith
carlsbad, 92009
boodnessQaol . com
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76.176.82.97
Kira Linberg
From: Tracy Michael [tbonegirl@roadrunner.com]
Sent: Monday, April 20, 2009 8:56 AM
To: Council Internet Email
Subject: Alga Norte Park
Build it now! No more delays.
Thank you,
Tracy Michael
2933 Via Emerado
Carlsbad, CA 92009
Kira Lin berg
From: Mike & Jamie Kennedy [mgkennedy@roadrunner.com]
Sent: Monday, April 20, 2009 10:10 AM
To: Council Internet Email
Subject: Alga Norte Pool
Dear City Council,
I will not be able to attend the Tuesday meeting, but I wanted you to know that my family of five in Carlsbad is in full
support of the pool. It is LONG overdue for Carlsbad. All three of our children are swimmers and compete for various
Carlsbad teams, however we often have to practice at pools outside of Carlsbad. Our community needs to provide
positive places for our families to choose healthy activities each day.
Thank you for listening!
Jamie Kennedy
Kira Lin berg
From: sharmila_melnychuk@yahoo.com
Sent: Monday, April 20, 2009 11:05 AM
To: Council Internet Email
Subject: CITY OF CARLSBAD | CONTACT US
A visitor to the City of Carlsbad Web site has completed and posted the "Contact Us" form to
department, City Council.
*#***#####************************************
FOR SECURITY REASONS, DO NOT CHANGE THE SUBJECT LINE.
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Below, please find the information that was submitted:
Hello,
I am a Carlsbad resident. I am writing regarding building a new city pool. I say "YES!!!"
to the new pool and let's do it now when it's the best time to build and invest. Thank you!
Sharmila Melnychuk
sharmila melnvchuk(Syahoo.com
Mozilla/4.0 (compatible; MSIE 7.0; Windows NT 5.1; sbcydsl 3.12; YPC 3.2.0; .NET CLR
1.1.4322; .NET CLR 2.0.50727)
76.212.178.144
Kira Linberg
From: dupton@decisionlab.net
Sent: Monday, April 20, 2009 2:43 PM
Subject: Alga Norte Now!
Greetings,
I find Keith Blackburn's argument compelling, in favor of building Alga Norte Park now, while construction
costs will be lower. Please give every consideration to moving forward quickly with this park.
Daniel Upton
Principal
www.DecisionLab.Net
2806 Esturion Court
Carlsbad, CA 92009
www.linkedin.com/in/danielupton
(760) 525-3268
Kira Linberg
From: bree perkins [breeperkins@sbcglobal.net]
Sent: Monday, April 20, 2009 3:41 PM
To: Council Internet Email
Subject: Alga Norte Swim Complex
Hi my name is Bree Perkins and I am
10 years old. I am also speaking for my sister Alexis Perkins
who is 13 years old. We have lived in Carlsbad for 3 1/2 years.Every
year my mom has tried to put me in swim lessons. I have only been
able to get in one year. It was too crowded. Please approve the
Alga Norte Swim Complex so all kids can have swim lessons.
Thank You,
Bree Perkins
Kira Linberg
From: Katrina Anderson [katanderson@roadrunner.com]
Sent: Monday, April 20, 2009 5:29 PM
To: Council Internet Email
Subject: Yes to Alga Park, especially the Skate Park
We are very much IN FAVOR of the Alga Park, especially and including the skatepark. Thank you.
Brian and Katrina Anderson
Carlsbad Residents
Kira Linberg
From: Tom Watson [Tom_Watson@alumni.usc.edu]
Sent: Monday, April 20, 2009 10:29 PM
To: Marilyn Strong
Cc: Brian Albright; Phil Urbina; Council Internet Email
Subject: Alga Norte Park
Hi Marilyn,
I just found out today from Phil Urbina that the council will be deciding upon the future of Alga Norte Park in tomorrow
night's meeting.
Unfortunately, I just had the chance to check my calendar and won't be able to attend as we have our regularly scheduled
board meeting at the same time. Therefore I would like to express my endorsement for the project, and hope that
someone will be able to present this brief report to the council. I have already sent detailed feedback to Brian Albright
regarding some of the design considerations for the ballfields, and Brian could report on that if he wishes.
The primary reasons for my endorsement of the new facility are:
1) With only 1 swimming complex in Carlsbad, there is an overwhelming need for another
2) Ballfields are currently used almost to the max by user groups such as ours. Benefits of increasing the stable of
available fields would be:
a) User groups could more effectively run their programs without compromises such as very late nights for school children
b) Existing fields could be better maintained by taking them offline for longer periods to rest where needed
c) Fields could be better aligned with user groups geographically
d) additional "community time" could be scheduled on some fields where that is seen as a benefit by local resident.
e) Replacement for Safety Center field is needed almost immediately as construction is apparently slated for 2010.
I also cc'd the council email address, but would appreciate your checking to verify that this message is received and if
possible made a part of the public record.
All the best!
Tom
Kira Linberg
From: Phil Urbina (Cousins Signs) [phil@cousinssigns.com]
Sent: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 8:49 AM
To: Council Internet Email
Subject: Support for Alga Norte Park Ballfields
Honorable Mayor Lewis and Council Members:
As President of the La Costa Youth Organization, which organizes baseball and Softball leagues in South Carlsbad for
1,500 youth 5-15 years-old, I am writing to ask the council to approve construction of the three ballfields at Alga Norte
Park. The fields are sorely needed to meet the growing need to provide sports outlets for the children of Carlsbad.
As Carlsbad grows so does the need for fields so that LCYO and other sports organizations can meet the needs of our
children. In several of our divisions LCYO has to limit the number of kids who can participate due to the number of fields
we have available to us. As you know, the baseball field at Safety Center will be closed after Thanksgiving for
construction. During the spring season we play only four games a week at Safety Center but under our current allocation
the loss of those four games could result in LCYO next year having to reduce our Bronco Division from 18 teams to 14
teams, which would mean 44 kids wouldn't be able to play baseball.
On behalf of the La Costa Youth Organization and our 1,500 member kids we respectfully request that the council
approve moving forward with at least Phase 1 of Alga Norte Park and its three ballfields.
LCYO also supports construction of the Alga Norte Aquatics Center as it is needed to serve the needs of the children and
adults in South Carlsbad.
(I am hoping to attend tonight's council meeting but may not make it in time as I manage an LCYO team and we have a
game at Stagecoach tonight.)
Thank you for your consideration.
Respectfully,
Phil Urbina
President
La Costa Youth Organization
Kira Linberg
From: Victor Burns [victor.burns@quiconnect.com]
Sent: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 8:53 AM
To: Council Internet Email
Subject: SUPPORT FOR ALGA PARK
Dear City Council-
As a resident of the City of Carlsbad I want to express my voice of support for the construction of the Alga
Norte Park project as soon as possible.
In these times of the economy, now it the time to take advantage of better pricing to get this project done!
There are many, many new homes that have paid developer fees in the area so support the construction of this
much needed public facility. I for one decided to remain in the community based on the expectation that these
public facilities would be completed on time.
Carlsbad is a fine city; however parks and public spaces are few and far between. Top revenue was made by
letting developers build-out mass amounts of land with zero public spaces (La Costa for example) and we need
to the public space to accommodate these residents.
I also find it very disappointing that as a Carlsbad resident I must spend more time in the public park facilities
of our neighbors like Encinitas, San Marcos, Oceanside and even Escondido that all have built and maintain
fantastic park facilities. Why are we not doing the same here in Carlsbad?
On another note: how is it that La Costa Canyon Park had an upgrade of the restroom facilities that took
months and months to complete? These facilities upgrades were rather small and should have taken a work
crew of 2-4 persons a couple of weeks top! That public restroom facility was closed for months! Why? And
what are the sources of the inefficiencies in place that cause this to be?
Victor Vernon Burns
2709 Unicornio Street
Carlsbad, CA 92009
Mob: +1.760.672.8767
Kira Linberg
From: Bonnie Shaw [bonnie@clearpointagency.com]
Sent: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 9:00 AM
To: Council Internet Email
Subject: In favor of moving forward on Alga Norte Park
Dear Carlsbad City Council,
I am a Carlsbad resident and I want to voice my support for moving forward on the Alga Norte Park. Let's take
advantage of the reduced costs this economic downtown will provide in terms of construction costs (I understand the
price tag is a bit lower now than what was planned).
We have a great community and one of the reasons is our parks! We will get so much use out of the park with the
thousands of families in the area.
Let's keep our kids in parks and focused on sports, swimming, family picnics and controlled skating in a skate park, rather
than on the streets.
Many thanks for all your efforts!
Bonnie Shaw
Carlsbad Resident
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From: Keith4Carlsbad@aol.com
Sent: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 11:00 AM
To: Council Internet Email
Subject: Fwd: I support the pool
From: jenniferkelley 10@sbcglobal. net
To: keith4carlsbad@aol.com
Sent: 4/21/2009 6:53:01 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time
Subj: I support the pool
Thank you for the phone reminder about tonights meeting. My family will be unable to attend, but please print
this e-mail and count it as one more concerned citizen.
My son is forced to swim for Oceanside Swim Club because the pool that is two blocks from our home is
overused. North Coast Aquatics is a premier swim organization and yet there is a 6 month waiting list to
swim. Our waterpolo team swept GIF, we have Olympic hopeful swimmers, a huge masters swim program
and an overabundance of desire for swim lessons.
The pool is such a vital asset to our community. Please dedicate the money to build a new pool! I helped raise
1 million dollars to build a state of the art swim complex at my high school in Orange County, we need one
here too!
Sincerely,
Jennifer Kelley
434-3627
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From: Dean White [dwhite@mostre.com]
Sent: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 11:16 AM
To: Council Internet Email
Subject: Alga Norte Park
City Council Members,
As the Director of Baseball for LCYO (La Costa Youth Organization), who serves over 1,500 Carlsbad boys and girls age 5-
15 years of age with both Spring and Fall baseball/Softball programs, I urge you to please approve the construction of the
Alga Norte Park Phase 1 and its three baseball fields.
With the growing participation of youth sports programs, many community based sports leagues are very challenged in
supporting the Carlsbad residents simply due to the lack of sports fields. At LCYO, annually I personally have to turn
children away from being able to play baseball and enjoy the experience of our great national past time due to the
limitations of available baseball fields in the city of Carlsbad.
Now, with the impending closure of the Safety Center baseball field and limited allocation of other like sized fields, I'll
need to restrict our Bronco Division (ages 11-12) baseball teams to just 14 in 2010 (currently at 18). With registration
fluctuations in divisions from year to year due to demographics, the impact on the Safety Center field elimination coupled
with limited field allocation elsewhere this will mean anywhere from 33 to 55 Carlsbad boys will not be able to play
baseball in 2010.
Being we serve the the Carlsbad residents South of Palomar Airport Road, we expect our registration numbers to continue
to increase over the coming years Oust as you do with the addition of Poinsettia Elementary School), however, without
the addition of Alga Norte Park baseball fields we certainly will fail in being able to accommodate the growing demand of
youth baseball and softball players.
Please help your residents by approving the Alga Norte Park Phase 1 and its three baseball fields.
Thank you for the consideration.
Regards,
Dean
Dean A. White
LCYO Director of Baseball
m 760.427.1627
Kira Lin berg
From: kjl_schafer@roadrunner.com
Sent: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 11:18 AM
To: Council Internet Email
Cc: keith4carlsbad@aol.com
Subject: support of Alga Norte pool
I am not sure that I can attend this evening's city council meeting, but I would like to
voice my support for the construction of the Alga Norte pool.
From what I have read, the funding for the project has already been allocated so the project
should be allowed to progress. The current state of the economy has led to construction
prices dropping, making this an opportune time to start the project.
The Agua Norte pool is such a worthwhile project that will serve a wide sector of the
community. Carlsbad's one pool (on Monroe)is certainly used well and is, at times,
overcrowded with swim teams and recreational swimmers. I can think of no other type of
recreational facility that would better serve our community at large. I am certain that the
new pool will be appreciated and heavily utilized by many people, young and old, from
beginners to experienced swimmers.
Please approve the construction of this project.
Thank you!
Kelly Schafer
2684 Waterbury Way
Carlsbad, CA 92010
760-434-4661
Kira Linberg
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Sent: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 11:47 AM
To: Council Internet Email
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Dear Honorable Mayor and Council,
I cannot make tonights CC meeting due to professional development meeting. I strongly urge
you to build Alga Norte now, WITH the river and ALL the features. My son suffers from
significant non-visible disabilities and would benefit greatly by having a safe place to
gather and enjoy with his friends, he could really use a therapy pool. If you can creatively
finance a 67 million dollar golf coure you can figure out a way to serve the needs of the
higher percentage of citizens and visitors that would use this pool - built with ALL the
features, every one of them that you previously cut out - (because you personally can't
relate to them). You should really look into cost sharing with CUSD not only on this pool,
but on the development of the playing fields at RR. Instead you are wasted our tax dollars
on attorneys - the citizens are paying for BOTH sides - and that makes me mad. We are paying
for the school district attorneys and the city ones on the new HS. You are wasting !
precious resources when you should be working out important agreements (eliminate Cannon Rd
- you will NEVER get it anyway) and keeping it in the circulation element makes for
inaccurate traffic studies on other projects. You need to cost share with CUSD and get RR
park and the pool built. You already maintain many of CUSD fields and have joint use
agreements. On ALGA NORTE: nobody wants to use the WAVE in Vista with their kids and worry
about gang violence and health issues. We need a pool that serves the needs of the disabled,
young children, and most importantly TEENS, families, the elderly and tourists. We can
greatly increase the numbers of recreationalist of all ages by building all the features on
this pool. CBD needs to continue to build activities for our youth that keep them on the
right track. The wild river particularly would provide engaging teen activity. By building
the river with the pool and sharing all the pumps and equipment not only is it most cost e!
ffective, but also lowers the requirements for water quality s!
tandards
Get on the stick - listen to Carl Pope and get this important community gathering place
going. You now can use non-union labor. You talk, talk, talk, about creating community
gathering places - let's put some bucks there and get this done. But of course not at the
cost of natural lands acquistion. It's way long overdue to spend some money and get someone
beside the Development director to actually interface with the land owners on your Open Space
List and purchase land for conservation & recreation - which are on a collision course.
Trust for Public Lands will work with you. You screwed the pooch not preserving Village H.
I live there - this was an important corridor and it is lost forever because of your closed
door council sessions and shortsightedness. You were directed in 2002 under Prop C to spend
money to acquire land and you have failed us in not doing so. I have a disabled son (thanks
in large part to illegal conduct by the city, Brenda Elg, Gail Lynn and yo!
ur attorney Ball) when he was in preschool - while I was trying to get bullying and
disability policy in place and my name cleared of false accusations back in 2003) - there was
a giant cyst filling my son's brain that we did not know about - it pushed all the way down
his spine. Alex is slowly loosing the use of his left side and lower body and there isn't a
damn thing that can be done about that now.) I was never able to get a lawsuit into court-
l
and STILL you have no formal complaint process - Please make a citywide general "Formal
Complaint Process" so that no family ever has to go through what my family did again - this
whole process took an incredible toll on my marriage.
A formal complaint process would also save money and enable you to eliminate staff attorneys
- we have too many and once attorney's get involved it's just a nightmare for the public.
My son, now 10 would greatly enjoy ALL the features being in the new pool, although he
probably due to his disabilities would not go down the slides I do believe they should be
built for the thousands of kids who would LOVE them. I myself am a lap swimmer and want to
see Monroe st. pool left open to the public, like we were promised it would be. Go back and
do this thing right - for the people you represent. Sell the farmers building or some other
of your 2 billion dollars in assests to pay for it. Why is it just sitting there year after
year???? And hey it would be really super if I ever heard from one of my elected
representatives. I hear from most Oceanside Council people when I email them - Why is it I
never hear from my own? kasey cinciarelli 760 720-5220
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From: Keith4Carlsbad@aol.com
Sent: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 1:09 PM
To: Council Internet Email
Subject: Fwd: support of Alga Norte pool
From: kjl_schafer@roadrunner.com
To: council@carlsbadca.gov
CC: keith4carlsbad@aol.com
Sent: 4/21/2009 11:18:27 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time
Subj: support of Alga Norte pool
I am not sure that I can attend this evening's city council meeting, but I would like to voice my support for the
construction of the Alga Norte pool.
From what I have read, the funding for the project has already been allocated so the project should be allowed to
progress. The current state of the economy has led to construction prices dropping, making this an opportune
time to start the project.
The Agua Norte pool is such a worthwhile project that will serve a wide sector of the community. Carlsbad's one
pool (on Monroejis certainly used well and is, at times, overcrowded with swim teams and recreational
swimmers. I can think of no other type of recreational facility that would better serve our community at large. I
am certain that the new pool will be appreciated and heavily utilized by many people, young and old, from
beginners to experienced swimmers.
Please approve the construction of this project.
Thank you!
Kelly Schafer
2684 Waterbury Way
Carlsbad, CA 92010
760-434-4661
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From: pacificpartnr@aol.com
Sent: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 2:05 PM
To: Council Internet Email
Subject: Alga Norte Community pool
City Council Members,
As a resident of Carlsbad and parent of two boys who regularly utilize our one and only swim
complex, I am writing via email to express my support for the Alga Norte community pool. I've had
intelligent conversations with city officials, city council members and understand everyone's concern
regarding the park in general. This project is long overdue, and while we can never predict what
tomorrow will bring, I believe the time is right to move forward with this second pool.
Pool vs. water park positioning has created division among council members. We end up
splitting hairs on this topic, and if the water park was never an issue, the pool would have already
been built. The people didn't ask for the water park when it was initially passed many years ago. The
need was for a second pool given the growth in our community. In the meantime, those that utilize
the one and only pool have had to suffer from less pool time, crowded swim lanes, and trying to
balance the needs of the high school sports and clubs with those of the community.
Mayor Lewis, in reviewing past meeting notes, you have voted to pass a safety training center for the
police and fire departments at the cost of $20+ million, of which, only 25% of the time, will this center
be utilized. While I agree that safety is a primary concern for all Carlsbad residents, I also challenge
you to visit=2 Othe pool on sign up days for swimming lessons. The lines are outrageous, the cost not
affordable for everyone, and the spots are few for those parents choosing to provide swim instruction
for their children which is an investment in their safety. Building this second pool would be a proactive
investment in the community's safety by providing more opportunities for swim instruction and
practice. If you've invested $20+M in the safety provided by the fire and police departments,
then I would ask that everyone in Carlsbad be provided the opportunity to take swim lessons
for free to ensure that our community members are safe in the waters surrounding Carlsbad.
This could not be accomplished with our existing pool. We are a coastal community who prides itself
in our beautiful beaches and water activities. We need to invest in the skills that will ensure all
residents are safe in the water in the first place.
I recognize that many other people will make further arguments in support of the second pool. We
are a coastal community who prides itself in our water sports and activities. We have seen the
legacy of outstanding athletes and programs that have helped to build our community's
reputation. We are asking for another pool to also provide wholesome and healthy activities
and opportunities for our youth. Carlsbad High School houses world class athletes. I believe
the city has responsibility to support those initiatives and the pool is just one example.
Sincerely,
OA
Ernie Chapa
4239 Harrison Street
Carlsbad, CA 92008
760-213-5850
Kira Linberg
From: Steve Emery [steve.emery@roadrunner.com]
Sent: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 3:01 PM
To: Council Internet Email
Subject: Open the Park!
I vote yes on opening the Park.
Also, start on the new high school. Do what the public votes for please!
Steve Emery
Carlsbad Tax Payer
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From: mskathk@mac.com
Sent: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 3:04 PM
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Please vote in favor of Alga Norte Park. While we realize that money is tight, we see a
bright future for our city if it continues to improve the quality of its neighborhoods.
This is a wise investment for continued growth of Carlsbad.
Kathleen & Michael Klein
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From: jackie@aviarafinancial.com
Sent: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 4:02 PM
Subject: Alga Norte Park
Hello,
As a Carlsbad resident with 2 boys, I am in strong favor of the park being build. We
have taken care of the "golfers" of this community with a municipal golf course that I
understand is not paying for itself. IT IS TIME TO PUT MONEY FOR OUR KIDS!!!!!
We need to have a place for these kids to play and grow. My boys have been actively
involved with baseball since they have been 5 years old and now they are 11 & 14 and
still playing baseball. We need more fields. Also, we need another pool for the
swimmers! I moved into our home 9 years ago and I am still waiting for this park!
(AND A NEW HIGH SCHOOL THAT WAS PROMISED!!!) So with this being said,
please, please put this new park into action. DO SOMETHING NOW!!! The longer you
wait and contemplate the more expensive it will be!!!
Thank you,
Jackie McGee
Jackie McGee
Aviara Financial
Personal Lines Insurance Agent
j ackie (a) aviarafinancial. com
760-420-9663
760-476-0554 fax
Kira Linberg
From: John Walsh [jwalsh@standard.com]
Sent: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 11:32 AM
To: Council@CarlsbadCA.gov
Subject: Alga Norte Ball fields
Honorable Mayor Lewis and City Council Members:
I understand that the future plans for the Alga Norte Ball fields will be discussed at your meeting this evening. Although I
will not be able to attend the meeting, I did want to let you know how supportive I am of the development of the baseball
fields at Alga Norte Park. As the Director of Bronco Baseball (11-12 year olds) for the La Costa Youth Organization and
the father of three children, I wanted to let you know how important these fields are to the quality of life that we enjoy here
in Carlsbad.
As I am sure you have heard, the planned destruction of the Safety Center field to build a parking lot and the increased
enrollment in all types of youth sports, have put additional pressure on field availability. Additionally, the proliferation of
travel baseball teams as well as multiple levels of soccer and lacrosse teams has added to the pressure of trying to locate
and secure available field time. I can assure you that if you do decide to move forward with these single use fields that
they will be used by all of the citizens of Carlsbad - both north and south.
Thank you in advance for your support of youth sports and making Carlsbad the best place to live!
Sincerely,
John Walsh AGENDA ITEM #_Jt
Director, LCYO Bronco Baseball C! Mayor
7873 Paseo Almendro City Council
Carlsbad, CA 92009 , City Manager
760.942.0952 City Attorney
City Clerk
Kira Linberg
From: Blake Pierson [BlakeP@callawaygolf.com]
Sent: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 11:38 AM
To: Council@CarlsbadCA.gov
Subject: Alga Norte Park
Honorable Mayor Lewis and Council Members:
I am a Carlsbad resident and father of 2 young sons (8yrs & 10yrs) and currently coach 4 baseball teams (all under 10
years old) and am the Directory of LCYO Mustang North Baseball. I am writing to ask the council to approve construction
of the three ball fields at Alga Norte Park.
It is extremely difficult to find any Carlsbad city baseball field that isn't being used, especially on the weekends, when
children need an outlet and a safe environment to play "America's Sport".
Thank you kindly for your consideration.
Regards,
Blake Pierson
LCYO Mustang North Director
Coach - UNC Tarheels (LCYO Pinto)
Coach - Auburn Tigers (LCYO Mustang)
Coach - Carlsbad Knights (9U competitive)
Coach - Carlsbad Kings (10U competitive)
Kira Linberg
From: erin.thomas@roadrunner.com
Sent: Tuesday, April 21 , 2009 12:28 PM
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I wish to express my support for resolution 2009-079 which I just learned is on the agenda
for tonight's council meeting (4/21/09).
Another resident and I met with Mark Steyaert last fall (October 2008) to request that
additional sun protection be added to the tot lot portion of the park as well as to the
therapy pool area. We were pleased with the shading provided in the original plan but
requested that additional protection be added given what we now all know about the harmful
effects of the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays and heat, especially on children.
Please consider using a portion of the balance of funds on the 3/09 cost projection to add
additional sun protection to the tot lot and therapy pool areas.
Thank you - Erin Thomas
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From: Brett Monia [BMonia@isisph.com]
Sent: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 12:54 PM
To: Council Internet Email
Subject: Alga Norte Ballfields
Dear Honorable Mayor Lewis and Council Members,
I am the Director of the La Costa Youth Organization (LCYO)'s Pony Baseball Division which involves recreation
baseball for nearly 100 local familes per season (twoi seasons per year) with kids 13-14 years old. I recently learned that
the council will be asked tonight to approve the construction of new baseball fields at Alga Norte Park. I want to provide
my strong support for this proposal to construct new baseball fields for our youth sports leagues. Field availability for our
kids is a big problem, forcing us to turn back kids each year and limiting the number of games played within our baseball
season. With the anticipated closing of the baseball field at the Safety Center along with the anticipated increase in our
population, this problem is expected to be greatly exacerbated in the very near future. As you know, well over a thousand
kids participate in LCYO baseball programs and turning back kids who wish to participate is an option that none of us
desire. Our leagues also foster the development of youth umpires, which further increases the number of kids involved in
our programs. And of course, keeping kids involved in youth sports leagues is one of the most effective mechanisms to
keep kids out of other dangerous activities, such as drugs, at these most critical ages.
Thank you for serving our community and for considering my request. I look forward to the council's decision.
Sincerely,
Brett Monia
Director, Pony Division Baseball
LCYO
Brett P. Monia, Ph.D.
Vice President, Drug Discovery Research
Isis Pharmaceuticals
760-603-2350
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Sent: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 2:46 PM
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Dear Members of the City Council,
I wish to express my support for resolution 2009-079 which I just learned is on the agenda
for tonight's council meeting (4/21/09).
Another resident and I met with Mark Steyaert last fall (October 2008) to request that
additional sun protection be added to the tot lot portion of the park as well as to the
therapy pool area. We were pleased with the shading provided in the original plan but
requested that additional protection be added given what we now all know about the harmful
effects of the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays and heat, especially on children.
Please consider using a portion of the balance of funds on the 3/09 cost projection to add
additional sun protection to the tot lot and therapy pool areas.
Thank you and kind regards,
Mishka
Mishka Diede
Tanager Drive Carlsbad, CA 92011
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Dear Council Members,
I have been a long time advocate for another pool. I was a member of the 2/27/2003 public
workshop conducted by Steve Cahill and involved in the final plan review. The public request
at that workshop was one additional pool, preferably a 50mtr and a therapy pool. What
developed later (not sure the origin)was a full blown water park. I strongly recommend the
city abandon a water park complex and build one 50mtr pool to handle the overcrowding of
Monroe St. pool. We do not need another costly project when a 50mtr will do.
Thank you-Rick Lantz
Rick Lantz
2844 Wilson St Carlsbad, ca 92008
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From: Dave Thompson [davidthompsonlaw@sbcglobal.net]
Sent: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 10:27 AM
To: Council Internet Email
Subject: POOL AGENDA ITEM FOR 4/20/09 COUNCIL MEETING
DEAR COUNCIL MEMBERS:
I KNOW THAT THE "HOUSE WILL BE FULL" TONIGHT, AND UNFORTUNATELY CAN PROBABLY
NOT ATTEND THE COUNCIL MEETING TONIGHT. I DID, HOWEVER, WISH FOR EACH OF YOU TO
BE AWARE OF MY THOUGHTS ON THE CONSTRUCTION OF AN OLYMPIC SIZE POOL IN SOUTH
CARLSBAD. PLEASE CONSIDER MY THOUGHTS.
1. I AM DAVID R. THOMPSON; AN ATTORNEY IN THE VILLAGE; AND A LONG TIME RESIDENT
OF CARLSBAD (IN THE CARLSBAD HIGHLANDS).
2. I AM STRONGLY IN FAVOR OF PUBLIC PROJECTS WHICH WILL PROVIDE RECREATIONAL
ACCESS TO OUR CITIZENS (ESPECIALLY OUR YOUNGER ONES), AND ALSO FAVOR PUBLIC
PROJECTS WHICH WILL MAKE OUR CITY MORE ATTRACTIVE TO TOURISTS. I HAVE HEARD
THAT THE POOL PROJECT WILL DO BOTH — AND WISH TO EMPHACIZE MY SUPPORT FOR
THOSE GOALSA
3. MY SUPPORT NOTWITHSTANDING, HOWEVER, I BELIEVE IT IS EXACTLY THE WRONG TIME
TO BE SPENDING PUBLIC FUNDS ON A POOL PROJECT FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS:
A. WE ARE IN THE DEPTHS OF THE WORST FINANCIAL CRISIS IN NEARLY A CENTURY. TAX
REVENUES FROM PROPERTY TAXES, HOTEL TAXES, CITY SERVICES, SALES TAXES (MALL &
CAR COUNTRY) MUST BE AT ALL TIME LOWS.
B. THE CITY, OVER THE LAST 10 YEARS, HAS OVERSPENT IT'S RESERVES AND CANNOT
AFFORD TO PUT ITSELF IN A POSITION WHERE IT MIGHT HAVE TO SUPPORT A BOND
MEASURE FOR OTHER WORTHY PROJECTS.
C. THE ARGUEMENT THAT WE HAVE DELAYED THIS PROJECT TOO LONG ALSO FALLS ON MY
DEAF EARS. I HAVE LIVED IN THIS CITY SINCE 1970 AND HAVE A RATHER LONG MEMORY.
THE CITY GOLF COURSE WAS APPROVED BY THE VOTERS AT A COST OF LESS THAN $2,000,000
20 YEARS BEFORE COASTAL COMMISSION APPROVALS WERE ISSUED. BY THE TIME IT WAS
CONSTRUCTED THE COST HAD SOARED TO WELL OVER $30,000,000.
WHILE I AM SENSITIVE TO THE "WILL OF THE VOTERS", I WOULD BE WILLING TO WAGER MY
NEXT DECADES PROPERTY TAXES THAT MOST OF THE CITIZENS OF THIS CITY WOULD HAVE
PREFERRED A NEW VOTE — WHICH WOULD HAVE BEEN PRECEEDED BY THE CITY'S SUPPORT
FOR THE MEASURE -- BUT WITH UPDATED INFORMATION REGARDING THE 'NEW COST' OF
THAT PROJECT. ARMED WITH THAT INFORMATION IT IS MY BELIEF THAT THE 'WILL OF THE
VOTERS' WOULD HAVE BEEN TO FOREGO THE GOLF COURSE PROJECT.
IN THE INTEREST OF FULL DISCLOSURE I SHOULD SAY I AM NOT A GOLFER, AND I
UNSUCCESFULLY PUT MY POSITION BEFORE ANY OF THE COUNCIL MEMBERS WHO WOULD
LISTEN. I DO AGREE WITH MAYOR LEWIS' MAJOR POINT THAT THE LAND UPON WHICH THE
GOLF COURSE SITS IS BETTER SUITED FOR A GOLF COURSE THAN OTHER FORMS OF
DEVELPMENT. STILL — I BELIEVE THE COST OF BUILDING OUT THE GOLF COURSE, AND
MAINTAINING IT, WAS (& IS) ASTRONOMICAL. I BELIEVE IT HAS DRAINED OUR 'RESERVES.1
D. THE POOL PRESENTLY BUILT AND SUPPORTED BY THE SCHOOL DISTRICT AND THE CITY IS
NOT THAT FAR FROM SOUTH CARLSBAD. THE YMCA POOL IN ENCINITAS IS ALSO
GEOGRAPHICALLY CLOSE TO THE CITIZENS OF SOUTH CARLSBAD.
E. GIVEN THE PARKS, LIBRARY, ART MUSEUM, ETC PRESENTLY LOCATED IN SOUTH
CARLBAD THE ARGUEMENT THAT WE HAVE IGNORED OUR SOUTHERN NEIGHBORS IS ALSO
SOMEWHAT HOLLOW.
F. FINALLY I SUPPOSE THE ARGUEMENT CAN BE MADE THAT THE COST OF CONSTRUCTION
DURING A RECESSION MAKES THIS PROJECT A 'BARGAIN.1 TO THAT ARGUEMENT I CAN ONLY
ASK, RHETORICALLY, WHEN THE LAST TIME ANY PUBLIC PROJECT ACTUALLY COST LESS
BECAUSE OF A FINANCIAL DOWNTURN???
THE THINKING IN THE PRIVATE SECTOR WILL BE THAT WE HAVE X NUMBER OF TAXPAYING
CONTRIBUTORS TO SPREAD THE COST OF THE PROJECT OVER A LARGER SEGMENT OF THE
POPULATION, AND THAT CARLSBAD IS A RELATIVELY WEALTHY MUNICIPALITY. I BELIEVE
THIS PREMISE TO BE INCORRECT AND ILL ADVISED.
CARLSBAD IS A WELL RUN, PLEASANT, AND BEAUTIFUL MUNICIPALITY. THIS IS LARGELY
DUE TO THE FACT THAT YOU, AND YOUR PREDECEASORS, GOVERNED IT WISELY.
RESPECTFULLY, ITS TREASURY SHOULD NOT BE DRAINED AT THIS TIME -- AND WE SHOULD
NOT BE BOWING TO 'BIG CITY POLITICS.' I RESPECT THE OPINIONS OF THE PROPONENTS OF
THIS PROJECT, BUT SIMPLY SUBMIT THAT THEIR TIMING IS WRONG.
IN CONCLUSION THE PROJECT IS A WORTHY ONE WHICH DESERVES THE LONG TERM
SUPPORT OF THE COUNCIL. UNFORTUNATELY THE STATE OF THE CITY'S FINANCES, AND THE
LIKELY DRAIN ON FUTURE REVENUES GIVEN THE DEPTH AND DURATION OF THIS FINANCIAL
DOWNTURN, ALL POINT TO THE CONCLUSION THAT THE TIMING OF THIS PROJECT IS ALL
WRONG.
MY VOTE? EXPRESS YOUR SUPPORT FOR THE PROJECT AND ASK IT'S PROPONENTS, AND CITY
STAFF, TO BRING IT BACK FOR RECONSIDERATION AFTER THE RECESSION HAS PASSED.
ALTERNATIVELY THE COUNCIL COULD PUT THE ISSUE TO A CITY WIDE VOTE.
THANK YOU FOR LISTENING TO MY VOICE, AND FOR MAKING THIS CITY ONE OF THE FINEST
ONES I KNOW OF. I CANNOT IMAGINE LIVING ANYWHERE ELSE.
DAVID R. THOMPSON
(760)434-5011
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Hello, I am unable to attend tonights meeting but wished to express my thoughts on adding
additional sun protection to the tot playground area of Alga Norte Park. Without it the
playground structures become too hot & unable to safely use during sunny days. The park at
San Elijio had to add additional sun coverage after being built to solve this problem & other
parks are often unused by children on sunny days due to the dangerous hear index of the
slides and structures.
As a mom of 2 little ones I'd really appreciate this being considered.
Thank you!
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Dear Members of the City Council,
I wish to express my support for resolution 2009-079 which I just learned is on the agenda
for tonight's council meeting (4/21/09).
Another resident and I met with Mark Steyaert last fall (October 2008) to request that
additional sun protection be added to the tot lot portion of the park as well as to the
therapy pool area. We were pleased with the shading provided in the original plan but
requested that additional protection be added given what we now all know about the harmful
effects of the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays and heat, especially on children.
Please consider using a portion of the balance of funds on the 3/09 cost projection to add
additional sun protection to the tot lot and therapy pool areas.
Thank you and kind regards,
Mishka
Mishka Diede
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The Council's decision to revisit the new swimming pool complex when city tax revenues are
declining is a poor one.
Currently, Carlsbad is probably in better financial shape than many other North County
communities. Why is the Council so anxious to spend so much money on a project that would be
nice but is far from necessary?
Unfortunately, this desire to spend, spend, spend, without consideration of the timing or
relative importance reminds me of the lousy decision to build the golf course, which is now
costing the city so much and benefitting so few.
Mark Serepca
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This is an expensive project and I see only the Unions getting benefit.
Judy Rees
2912 Lancaster Road
Carlsbad,ca 92010
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I am writing to Keith Blackburn specifically, regarding canned telephone scripts sent: please
stop, not only did I not solicit the call, it landed on my cell phone. Pre-recorded telephone
messages have proven to be an ineffective marketing tool for politics, and in this case you
have lost my vote. At this point due to pre-recorded call no matter how good a job you have
done, or where you stand on the issues, I absolutely will not vote for you due to the call.
Thank you for your time...
Regards,
Sean McKelvey
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From: marie kersten [ginamari77@yahoo.com]
Sent: Sunday, April 19, 2009 6:38 PM
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Subject: alga node park
Council Member Keith Blackburn et al;
I AM NOT in favor of this project going forward at this time.
Funds excess or not could and should be put aside for better use.
Thank you for keeping your wits about you and thinking with a clear mind
A resident here for many years and have SEEN AND HEARD IT ALL BEFORE!!!
The EXCESS FUNDS should be used to REDUCE OUR TAXES..Disgracful that it just was increased from 7-
3/4 to 8-3/4
We have MANY Parks in this City - no need for another one!!
Thank you.
Kira Linberg
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I have a hard time supporting this initative. As a long time resident I see the majority of the city's focus is on children. We
are one of the many senior residents who pay taxes, but can't enjoy the Softball fields in Carlsbad because of the
enormous hike in fees. So now we're being asked to pay for another park when we can't enjoy one because of the fees
imposed upon by the city.
My vote is no. If you can't afford to let citizens use the existing facilities, why add more?
J. B. Johnson
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I agree with the majority of council in deciding that spending such an enormous amount on a new
park at a time like this is inappropriate.
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I support the construction of the Alga Norte Park swimming pool complex. If the council is
concerned about cost, build the swim complex and delay the dog park and other athletic
fields, but start the pool now.
We live next to the Pacific Ocean and all children in Carlsbad should learn to swim.
Fortunately, my children have already learned to swim, but I'm sure other families are
scrambing to find economical lessons for their children. The current city pool cannot meet
that demand. Affluent families with the resources can afford private lessons, but where does
that leave the majority?
I'd love to see San Dieguito Synchronized Swim team move back to Carlsbad. They used to
practice here, but moved to Del Mar because they couldn't get consistent pool time.
Dina Masamoto
Carlsbad, CA 92019
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Dear Council Members,
I have been a long time advocate for another pool. I was a member of the 2/27/2003 public
workshop conducted by Steve Cahill and involved in the final plan review. The public request
at that workshop was one additional pool, preferably a 50mtr and a therapy pool. What
developed later (not sure the origin)was a full blown water park. I strongly recommend the
city abandon a water park complex and build one 50mtr pool to handle the overcrowding of
Monroe St. pool. We do not need another costly project when a 50mtr will do.
Thank you-Rick Lantz
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CITY OF CARLSBAD
Dedicated
May 30, 1987
SERVICE LA COSTA 35
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By: John B. Strayer, Co-Founder
In March of 1984,1 sat up a utility table at the current site of the La Costa Heights
Elementary School. It was the location of the Carlsbad Boys & Girls Club, La Costa
Branch and there were two softball fields before the school was built. I solicited interested
athletes over age 35 years of age to participate in an Athletic Club / Softball League. With over
120 people signing up, the birth of La Costa 35 Softball was initiated with 8 three pitch, softball
teams. Most of the players signed up to play first base. I had to explain to them that we couldn't
play the game with that many players playing first base. By participating with guys their own
age, I explained to them that they should play the position that they played in youth sports, like
"back to the future".
The Club and League was an outgrowth of my experiences at Lycoming College
in Williamsport, Pa. I was a Brother of the Kappa Delta Rho Fraternity. We were a jock house
in those days, with most of the brothers on the college's varsity sports teams or a member of our
fraternity's intramural teams. We loved dancing, music and sports. I was the secretary of the
group and organized most of the events.
The La Costa 35 Athletic Club was founded on the basis of healthy competition without making
winning a priority. My good friend John Mitchell, the founder of La Costa Youth Organization
and the Co-Founder of LC35AC, started our clubs touch football league, also in 1984, with four
teams. It was John who came up with the most popular definition of the club: "It is basically a
club for middle-age athletics in the twilight of their mediocre careers".
I was determined to make the club a place where members could live out their sports fantasies,
with their names on their uniforms. The games are to be run like pro games, with an announcer
calling off there names and the playing of the "Star Spangled Banner, before a ball was thrown
or kicked. Carlsbad's Mayor, Bud Lewis and Councilwoman Ann Kulchin have thrown out
several first pitches at our opening day or playoff games. Newspaper coverage is also important
because it makes the members feel like pros. We even had the Red Robin mascot at our games in
the past. Today businesses like Boston Pizza, Athletic Cuts, D Street Bar, Coors Light, Truett
Labs, YMI Creative, Postal Annex, Grand Pacific Resorts, Encinitas Dental Care and others
sponsor teams in our league.
Today, The club has 21 summer softball teams, 6 fall softball teams, 13 touch football teams and
a golf group. We now have over 700 members after starting with 120. We have social mixers at
places like the La Costa Resort & Spa's, Blue Fire Grill, The Kraken and the BellyUp Tavern.
Most of our games are held at Stagecoach or Levante Parks. Information on the Club can be
found at www.lacosta35.org. We are open to a few new members, especially Carlsbad residents,
however openings are limited. Currently we are looking for touch football quarterbacks.
We just held our 25th Anniversary Party this past June and our 30th party is just around the
corner. These are our "Glory Days". Other than my family, This Club is my life's best
achievement. There is nothing like it in the World.
La Costa 35 Athletic Club 1999
Summer Softball Season.
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and Assemblyman Kaloogian teams set a La Costa
35 record, with 72 persons attending a 2 team
post game picnic.
La Costa 35 Athletic Club 1999
Summer Softball Season.
The Carlsbad Company Stores - Postal Annex +
team set a La Costa 35 record, with 42 persons
attending a one team post game picnic.
La Costa
Over 35 Club
founder loves
helping others
By Leslie Ridgeway
Staff Writer
' John Strayer lives for athletics.
It might not be immediately obvious
upon meeting him, but a visit to his La
Costa home confirms it. His garage is
festooned with jerseys and shirts bear-
ing numbers and his name. There is
even a Philadelphia Flyers hockey
shirt and a pair of skates giving testi-
mony to the former Pennsylvanian's
love for the team.
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Strayer's garage office, where
pictures of his children's athletic
teams compete for space with
plaques of appreciation for
Strayer's hard work on city
recreation. But Strayer's affec-
tion for athletics is most strongly
displayed in his greatest project
of all — the La Costa Athletic
Over 35 Club.
"I like athletics mostly for the
socializing," said Strayer, who
founded the Athletic Over 35
Club in 1984. "Sports mean a lot
to our family because of our in-
volvement. Last night we went to
our daughter's volleyball game
and had a good time being with
all the parents. When I was in
college, I belonged to a fraterni-
ty, and while we did a lot of work
on academics, it was mostly a
social group. We learned to cope
with each others' problems. We
made friends."
His experience in the Lycom-
ing College, Penn. fraternity,
Kappa Delta Rho, motivated him
to create the Over 35 Club, he
said.
"It was a jock fraternity," he
said, taking a plaque featuring
all the fraternity members from
the wall. "We loved dancing,
music and sports. Almost
everyone played a sport, if not a
college team sport, then intra-
murals. I was the secretary of
the group and organized a lot of
our events."
The Over 35 Club idea began to
take shape when Strayer and
several friends his age were
playing Softball in the La Costa
men's league. It was discourag-
ing playing with strong, lithe
21-year-olds, and Strayer wanted
to see a group that provided
healthy competition but didn't
make winning a priority.
His friend John Mitchell,
founder of the La Costa Youth
Organization, helped push him to
create the club. It was Mitchell
who came up with the most pop-
ular definition of the club: "It is
basically a club for middle-age
athletes in the twilight of their
mediocre careers."
Strayer, however, was deter-
mined to make the club a place
where members could live out
their sports fantasies. He wanted
games to be run like pro games,
with an announcer calling off
their names, a lively mascot and
singing of the Star Spangled
Banner before a ball was thrown
or kicked. Newspaper coverage
also was important, "because it
makes the members feel like
pros."
Now Strayer and other volun-
teers in the group have brought
the Athletic Over 35 Club from
120 to 400 members, and have
added activities like tailgate
parties, volleyball, golf, bowling
and basketball to its roster. The
group does its share of socializ-
ing with an annual New Year's
party, Fourth of July celebration
and "Putting On The Hits," a
wild lip-sync contest that en-
courages the guys to trade their
sweaty baseball jerseys for
dresses.
One of the club's biggest an-
nual projects is "Swing With
Your Heart," a baseball tourna-
ment designed to benefit local
residents in need. In its first
year, the tournament raised
nearly $10,000 for club member
Dave Lowe, stricken by
Gullain-Barre disease, which
paralyzes its victims. Last year's
beneficiaries were 11-year-old
Richard Miller, paralyzed after
an accident on Rancho Santa Fe
Road in 1988, and 17-year-old
Jenny Pratt of Encinitas,
seriously injured when an
unknown assailant hit her with a
plank. The group raised about
$20,000.
This is the kind of work that
really excites Strayer.
"My kick is doing things for
free," he said. "We need more
volunteers, and we need to give
individual volunteers the
recognition they deserve."
Strayer also puts in time on the
Carlsbad Parks and Recreation
Committee, advocating for more
parks for area sports programs.
He was one of the minds behind
Stagecoach Park, which pro-
vides more room for youth and
adult athletics.
Strayer and his family — wife
Diane and children James, 19;
Paige, 16; and Shaun, 9 — came
to La Costa in 1977 when Strayer
was promoted to regional man-
ager in a lab diagnostics com-
pany in Philadelphia. His region
was the West Coast, and he had
to live in a town near a major
airport in .order .to travel! He
said he initially planned to settle
in Newport Beach,.until he saw
the home prices. He drove far-
ther south- and wound up driving
through La Costa.
"I came here and fell in love,"
he said, gazing at the spec-"'
tacular view over his back fence.
"We've lived in.,the same house
the whole time. We could have
moved to a bigger, newer place
but we like the layout of this one.
This place is almost as good as
heaven."
Strayer eventually decided he
didn't likejraveling all the time
and landed the job he has now,
selling medical laboratory anal-
ysis equipment. It involves a lit-
tle bit of traveling,. but allows
him to devote much more time to
the Over 35 Club, he said.
WHEREAS, JOHN B. STRAYER has been a
part of our community for the past 10 years,
and has made numerous contributions to the
residents and community during that time;
and
WHEREAS, JOHN STRAYER founded the La Costa
Over 35 Athletic Club, which now numbers
250 members, has 12 mens' Softball teams
and a touch football league; and
WHEREAS, the La Costa Over 35 Athletic
Club also holds several social events during
the_year, and has sponsored teams in the
La Costa Youth Organization for the past
two years; and
WHEREAS, JOHN STRAYER has been a strong
suppprter for more ballfields in the Carlsbad
area, has also given his time as a coach
for a La Costa Youth T-Ball team for the
past 3 years.
NOW, THEREFORE, I,"BUD LEWIS, Mayor
of the City of Carlsbad, on behalf of the
entire City Council, do hereby tender this
certificate of public recognition and
appreciation to JOHN B. STRAYER for his
dedicated service to the residents of the
City of Carlsbad. Thank you!
MAYOR
May 30, 1987
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THE IRON MEN OF THE LA COSTA 35 ATHLETIC CLUB
By John B. Strayer, Co-Founder LC35AC
The name of the Club suggests that members must be at least 35 years of age or more to participate.
That is true; however, let's talk about the upper age group of the Club. I call them the Iron Men of the
LC 35 AC.
Paul Shook at 75 is not our eldest player. He has played La Costa 35 Softball for the past 15 years. He
was a California native of La Canada and then spent 25 years in Westport, Ct. Paul and his wife
Dorothy just celebrated their 51st wedding anniversary. They have three sons and daughters, and
nineteen grandchildren. He first played American Legion Baseball followed by football at Marshall Jr.
High in Pasadena, Ca. At John Muir High School, he lettered playing baseball and football. He
attended John Muir Junior College until joining the Air Force in 1952, during the Korean War.
He played football at the Alexandria Air Force Base in Louisiana. He shipped out to Korea in May of
1954 and was attached to the 4th Fighter Interceptor Squadron. Later he was assigned to Misawa AFB
in Japan. Playing football on an undefeated Air force team in 1955, he was honored with two player
of the game awards and was selected as the quarterback for the Far East Air Force All Stars. His team
defeated the Navy All Stars on New Years Day 1955 in the Tokyo Rice Bowl. He was discharged
from the Air Force in 1956. That followed with an unsuccessful tryout with the San Francisco 49ers.
He met Dorothy in a gas station while playing football at LA Junior College. His season ended early
due to some broken ribs. Married in August 1957, He started to play softball with the Pasadena JCs
and later while working for IBM, He played in a Long Beach softball league.
Working for Xerox in 1963, he was one of two sales people covering Orange County.
The following year he put on the cleats again and quarterbacked for the McKenzie Raiders, a Costa
Mesa semi-pro team. With five children at home he was encouraged to retire his cleats. In 1969, Paul
and his family moved to Westport, Ct. working in the computer industry in New York City. He spent
the next 19 years in Little League Baseball with his kids. He was League President for 4 years.
He then played recreation softball with his sons and pick-up games at Compo Beach.
He finally ended his east coast adventures when the Hong Kong Bank that he worked for at the time,
closed down. He was given a "tin" parachute and he returned to La Costa in 1993, to join his
daughters and youngest son attending SDSU. Paul joined the LC35 AC in 1994 and has been on teams
winning 3 summer and 2 fall championships. Now in semi retirement, Paul has family in Naples, Fl,
Costa Rica and La Costa. Nine of his grandchildren have passed through La Costa Heights School and
five so far have graduated from La Costa Canyon High with four more coming. Folks this is a true
Iron man, still reliving his "GLORY DAYS' in La Costa 35.
This is just one of several stories about the Iron Men of LC35AC. It is my pleasure to salute Paul for
his service to our country, his family, and for being a member of the La Costa 35 Athletic Club.
There will be more Iron Man stories in future issues of the
Alga Norte
Community Park
Operating & Construction
Options
April 21, 2009
1
Agenda
1.Project Background
2.Probable Cost Update
3.Construction Options
4.Operating Options
5.Fiscal Impacts
6.Summary
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Location
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Park Development History
Park Master Plan Approved 01/14/03
Authorized Aquatics Center 12/06/05
Funding Allocated 06/26/07
Authorization to Advertise 07/17/07
Reject Bids & Authorization to Re-advertise 12/18/07
Approve Project Phasing 02/26/08
Suspend Project 07/22/08
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MASTER PLAN
PARK ELEMENTS
AQUATIC
CENTER
COMMUNITY PARK
Skate Park
Tot Lot /Play Area
3 Half-Court Basketball
Picnic & Passive Play
3 Lighted Baseball Fields
Concession/Restroom
Dog Park-off leash
Maintenance Building
Parking Lot -532 Spaces
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AQUATIC CENTER
N
Alicante Road
AQUATIC CENTER
COMMUNITY PARK
55 Meter
Competition
Pool
12 Lane
Instructional
Pool
Moving River
Skate Park
Tot Lot
Mechanical
Building
Pool Slides
Wet Play
Structure
Administrative
Building
Tot Wet Play
Area
Therapy Pool
Ticket Kiosk
Lockers
Concessions
& Group
Meetings
Phase 2 -Aquatics
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N
Alicante Road
AQUATIC CENTER
COMMUNITY PARK
55 Meter
Competition
Pool
12 Lane
Instructional
Pool
Moving River
Skate Park
Tot Lot
Mechanical
Building
Pool Slides
Wet Play
Structure
Administrative
Building
Tot Wet Play
Area
Therapy Pool
Ticket Kiosk
Lockers
Concessions
& Group
Meetings
Phase 2 -Aquatics
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12 LANE
INSTRUCTIONAL
POOL
55 METER
COMPETITION
POOL
LOCKER ROOMS
MEETING ROOM
CONCESSION
ADMIN
BUILDING
MECH.
BLDG.
Aquatics Center -Phase 1
Phase 1-Re-design
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Phase 1 -Project Cost
July 08 March 09 *
Planning & Design $2.4 m $2.4 m
Phase 1 -Aquatics Ctr $16.2 m $13.7 m
Community Park $16.5 m $14.8 m
Contingency (15%)$4.9 m $4.3 m
Construction Services $3.3 m $3.3 m
Miscellaneous $1.3 m $1.3 m
Phase 1 -Total $44.5 m $39.8 m
Current Appropriation $50.4 m $50.4 m
Phase 2 -Balance $5.9 m $10.6 m
* Market rate wages
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Alga Norte Park
Construction Options
1.Continue hold on project
2.Build project as currently designed –Phase 1
•Build Community Park & Aquatic Center –Phase 1
3.Rough grade site for future development
4.Grade & build project with only Aquatic Center
•No Community Park & build Aquatic Center –Phase 1
5.Grade & build entire project w/o Aquatic Center
•No Aquatic Center & build Community Park
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Rough Grade Alga Norte Park
1.Construction estimate = $5.1 mil
2.Save money
•Approx. $200k w/o general contractor fees
•Take advantage of current bidding climate
3.Preserve developable area
4.Eliminate unknown site conditions
•Reduce risk of construction w/ later phases
5.Facilitate additional phasing
6.Negligible impact to operating costs 11
Alga Norte Park
Operating Options
1.City Operate
2.Lease/Management Contract
3.Ground Lease
4.Public Private Partnership/Design-Build
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City Operate
Park & Recreation Business Model
•Programs operated by City staff
•Programs subsidized by City
•Fees based on rates at similar facilities
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Alga Norte Park Master Plan
Annual Operating Estimates
Phase 1 -FY 09-10 Budget
Park Aquatics
Traditional
Total
O & M Cost $820,000 $1,540,000 $2,360,000
Revenue $ 60,000 $1,100,000 $1,160,000
Net O & M Cost ($760,000)($440,000)($1,200,000)
TOTAL Net O & M Cost $1,200,000
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Lease/Management Contract
1.City pays for cost of initial improvements
2.City owns improvements
3.Lease operations for specific period of time
4.Lessee
•Develops business model
•Pays for all operating costs
•Assumes operational liability
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Ground Lease
1.Lease ground for specific period of time
2.Lessee
•Pays for improvements and capital expenditures
•Develops business model
•Pays for all operating costs
•Assumes liability
3.City owns improvements when lease ends
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Public Private Partnership
1.Public Private Partner given opportunity to make
design changes to meet their operating model
2.Negotiate cost share for initial improvements
3.Lease project for specific period of time
4.Negotiate cost share of operating cost
5.City owns improvements
6.Design-build opportunity w/ ordinance adoption
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Operating Options Summary
1.City Operate –Construction could proceed
2.Lease/Management Contract –Construction
could proceed
3.Ground Lease –Construction postponed
4.PPP Design-Build –Construction postponed
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Alga Norte Park
Project Financing
PFF GCC Prop C Total
Community Park $22,107,510 $ -0-$ -0-$22,107,510
Aquatic Center 6,099,695 6,000,000 16,215,795 $28,315,490
Total Financing $28,207,205 $6,000,000 $16,215,795 $50,423,000
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10-Year Forecast
Forecast currently assumes three year recession with
slow economic recovery beginning in FY 2012
The 10-Year Forecast is projecting budget deficits over
the next several years with expenditure reductions in FY
2009 and FY 2010 already reflected in forecast
The most recent forecast assumes an estimated net
operating impact of $1.2 million for Alga Norte starting in
FY 2014. This could be optimistic.
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Operating Forecast
General Fund
($4)
($2)
$0
$2
$4
$6
$8
$10
FY2006 FY 2007 FY 2008 FY 2009 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 FY 2014 FY 2015 FY 2016 FY 2017 FY 2018Millions $Fiscal Year
10 Year Financial Forecast
FY 08
FY 09
10-Year Forecast
Until such time that there is certainty in the economic
forecasts it is not recommended that additional operating
costs be incurred.
Based on current assumptions for the 10-Year Forecast,
Alga Norte Park construction should be delayed at least
2 years (operating costs starting in FY 2013-14).
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10-Year Forecast
It is not recommended that one-time funding be identified
for ongoing operations.
Use of one-time revenue is recommended for one-time
expenditures not ongoing expenditures.
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Summary
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Alga Norte Park
Construction Options
1.Place project on hold
2.Build project as proposed
3.Rough grade site for future development
4.Build project with only phase 1 aquatic center
5.Build project with only community park
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Alga Norte Park
Operating Options
1.City Operate
2.Lease/Management Contract
3.Ground Lease
4.PPP Design-Build
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Questions
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Additional Slides
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Proposition C –Funding
(in Millions)
Proposed Prop C Allocation $35.00
Alga Norte Aquatic Complex (16.22)
Joint First Responders Training Fac.(13.65)
City Training Facility (0.10)
REMAINING PROP C FUNDS $5.00
Proposition C
Original Funding Allocation
Aquatic Complex $5.0 million
City/Safety Training Facility $8.0 million
Cannon Road-Reach 4 $15.5 million
Trails/Open Space $4.5 million
Unallocated $2.0 million
TOTAL PROP C FUNDS $35.0 million
CIP Budget
FY 2008-09 $50 million
FY 2007-08 $50 million
FY 2006-07 $39 million
FY 2005-06 $30 million
PROP C
November 5, 2002
Do the voters of the City of Carlsbad approve
spending city funds from various sources
including the General Fund in an amount
over $1 million to construct capital facilities
including a swimming pool complex, trails
linkages and open space, a City/Safety
Training Facility and a portion of Cannon
Road, east of College (Reach 4)?