HomeMy WebLinkAbout1992-07-20; Parks & Recreation Commission; 792-6; Restroom proposal beach areaPARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION - AGENDA BILL
TITLE: REST ROOM PROPOSAL BEACHAB#
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RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Consider Option B-and direct staff to incorporate the rest room facilities as a part of the
Northwest Quadrant Park Enhancement Study.
ITEM EXPLANATION:
During the recent public review of the Split Pavilion by the Arts Office, one concern that
was raised on numerous occasions is the lack of rest room facilities at the north end of the
seawall in close proximity to the art sculpture.
Staff was asked to prepare a report on the feasibility of a rest room facility in this subject
area. This information was discussed at the Council 92-93 budget hearing.
The Council directed that the issue of a rest room along the beach should be reviewed by
the Parks and Recreation Commission and then forward a recommendation to the Council.
The attached report (Exhibit A) details three (3) options, their cost estimates and suggests
a location for a rest room facility.
There are a number of other issues that would require additional analysis.
Building On State Property Requires An Operation Agreement
Various Permits Are Required
Utility Hook Up
ADA Handicap And Access Requirements
Vandalism
Undesirable Activities
Liability
Stabilization Of The Slopes
Storms And High Tide
M/O Cost
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FISCAL IMPACT:
To build a rest room facility in the beach area would cost between $30,000 to a high of
$125,000.
Possible funding sources are:
Grants
PIL
PFF
GF
unappropriated reserve
Staff recommends that the Commission consider Option B and direct staff to consider the
rest room facilities as a part of the Northwest Quadrant Park Enhancement program and
fund it through public facility funds.
EXHIBITS;
1. Memo dated June 9, 1992 to Assistant City Manager
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June 9, 1992
TO: ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER
FROM: PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR
REST ROOMS CONSTRUCTION COST ESTIMATES (BEACH AREA)
The following information relating to a location suggestion and cost estimates for a rest room
facility at the beach area is submitted for your information.
COST ESTIMATES
OPTION - A Pad with two (2) portable units $ 30,000
OPTION - B Pad with block building $ 97,000
OPTION - C Pad with State prefab unisex model $125,000
OPTION - A (Portable Units)
This is the least expensive of the three options. It would consist of construction of concrete
pads with handicap access for (2) two portable units that would receive maintenance (3) times
a week.
Cost Estimate:
Excavation, retaining wall, foundation and access $ 25,000
Administration 5.000
TOTAL $ 30,000
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS:
Rental of (2) two units per year $ 3,000
OPTION - B (Block Wall Building)
This option would consist of constructing a block wall type rest room approximately 400
square feet, consisting of typical MEN and WOMEN stall concept with no dressing room area.
An example of this type of construction would be the States rest room off of Tamarack Avenue.
Cost Estimates:
Excavation, retaining wall and concrete pad $ 15,000
20" x 20" rest room building 24,000
Fixtures . . 5,000
Pump system and installation 10,000
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Utilities 7,000
Landscaping 1,000
Handicap access ' 10.000
SUBTOTAL $ 72,000
Administrative 25% 18,000
Contingencies 10% 7.000
TOTAL $97,000
Maintenance Operations:
Annual maintenance and operation $ 11,000
OPTION - C (State Prefab Unisex Model)
This option would consist of constructing a rest room facility similar to the new State unisex
models located at the Moon Light Beach area in Encinitas and the just completed facilities at
the new parking lot located near south Carlsbad, off of La Costa Avenue.
Cost Estimates:
Excavation, retaining wall and concrete pad $15,000
(3) three units with handicap sections and sinks 50,000
Pump system and installation 10,000
Utilities 7,000
Landscaping 1,000
Handicap access 10.000
SUBTOTAL $93,000
Administrative 25% / 23,000
Contingencies 10% 9.000
TOTAL $125,000
Maintenance Operations:
Annual maintenance and operation $ 11,000
LOCATION
In discussing the location of a rest room facility in this subject beach area with the State Parks
and Recreation officials, we have found that a location has been selected in close proximity
of the Split Pavilion.
According to the San Diego Coastal State Park System General Plan, page 65, two locations
have been delineated for comfort station replacement. Station 1 is located between Pine and
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Walnut Avenue, while Station 2 is located between Acacia and Cherry Avenue, both were
contingent on beach replacement and installation of beach protection devices and were to be
portable units. In checking with the area state officials, they indicated that there are no funds
identified in the Master Plan for any improvements along the Carlsbad coast.
Staff recommends that if a rest room facility is constructed that it be located between Pine and
Walnut Avenue, east of the sea wall walkway, adjacent to an exiting outdoor shower fixture.
COMMENTS
In constructing a rest room facility along any beach area, there are a number of issues to
consider:
Coastal Permits
Availability of Utilities
ADA Handicap Requirements and Access
Vandalism
Undesirable Actives
Slope Stabilization
Liability
Storms/Hide Tides
Maintenance and Operation Costs
It should be noted that a more detailed analysis of cost and construction feasibility would be
required for such a venture. If you have any questions, please call me at your convenience.
DAVID BRADSTREET
Attachment
c: Library Director
Parks Superintendent
City Engineer
Municipal Project Manager
Bill Faite - State Parks and Recreation Department
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SAN DIEGO COAST GENERAL PLAN