HomeMy WebLinkAbout8.1 Parks and Recreation Master Plan AGENDA STATEMENT
JOINT MEETING OF THE
CtTY oF HERITAGE AND CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION AND
DUBLIN PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
MEETING DATE: April 20, 2015
SUBJECT: Parks and Recreation Master Plan
Report by Paul McCreary, Parks and Community Services Director
ATTACHMENTS: 1) Proposed Parks and Recreation Master Plan
RECOMMENDATION: Receive report and recommend the City Council adopt the
proposed Parks and Recreation Master Plan
FINANCIAL STATEMENT: None
DESCRIPTION: A new Parks and Recreation Master Plan has been prepared for
adoption by the City Council. The Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission and Parks and Community
Services Commission are being asked to recommend the City Council adopt the new Master Plan.
The purpose of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan is to establish goals, standards, guiding policies,
and action programs to guide the City of Dublin in the acquisition, development and management
(operations and maintenance) of Dublin's park and recreation facilities through the ultimate build-out of
the City in accordance with the General Plan. The Parks and Recreation Master Plan was originally
prepared by David Gates and Associates and adopted by the City Council in July 1994, and was last
updated in May 2006.
It has been over 20 years since the original Master Plan was prepared. At that time the City was in the
early stages of development in eastern Dublin and the Master Plan was geared toward a large expansion
of the park system. Now the City is approaching build-out which changes how the City approaches
planning for parks and recreation. Therefore, Staff has prepared a new Parks and Recreation Master
Plan that is more reflective of current conditions than what was developed 20 years ago (Attachment 1).
Staff will provide an overview of the proposed Master Plan and new park and facility standards at the
meeting.
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L�RAFT PARKS AND RE�REJo►TION
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David Haubert — Mayor
Abe Gupta —Vice Mayor
Don Biddle — Councilmember
Kevin Hart — Councilmember
Doreen Wehrcriberg — Councilmember
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Anthony Totaro — Chairperson
Mona Lisa Ballesteros —Vice Chairperson
Philip Tiicker — Commissioner
Janine 1��alblum — Commissioner
Jaseph Giannini — Commissioner
Alicia Tran — Student Commissioner
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Overview: Parlcs, E�lvironment and Image. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
"Ihc MasrerI'lan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
RegionalLocation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
PlanninbProccss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Organization. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Chap�er I: Bacl<grQUnd and Ana.lysis ___ _ ___ 7
'1heSerring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Populatic,�n, D�mo�raphics an�{ Growtli . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Faciliti�.�s Evali�atit�n and Detnand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
['��rl: and R�creatioi� Facilitv Nccds and Sranc�ards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
I'ark and Recrearion Facilir�° ln�e��tory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Future Parlcs and Rccreation Facilirv Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.3
Activc Co�nmuniry Park Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Natural Comrnunity Park Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Ncighborhood Pack Standards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Neighborhood Squar� Standards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Downtow�� Plara Standards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Culniral Ares Center Srandards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
'['railStandards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
�ha�ter :__ oals and P li ies___—.___—__ ____ 45
ParlcSystem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Linear Parks at�d Trails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
P<�rlc Acquisition ai�d Dcvelopmcr�r. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
I'ark Design, Maint�nancc, and Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
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O��crview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Func�ing M�chanisms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Cost of Uevclopn�ent anci Operatioils. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
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Historically, parlcs have played a inajor role in the formation of a succcssfiil ciry. Siilce the early twentieth century,
parl:s have held a variery of ineanings to dif�erent groups of people at differenr times. "lo some, parlcs ar� for
children with an ernphasis on playgrourids and ball fields.To another group, parlcs address the cultural needs of the
communiry, providing theaters, muscums, art exhibits, and meeting facilities. And to others, the park sysrem is a
way to pr�serve and enhancc the natural cnviron�nent, providing opportunities to interact with na�ture in a more
passive, non-structured sctting. A successful park system shot.ild ineet all these ilceds and more.
In rhe absrract, a park syste�n can be thought of as oiie o4' the organizing elcments of a ciry. Parks and trails
represenr ari extended e�pression of the public realm that reaches out into the private fabric of the city. Thc parks
�nd �ithering spaces havE: become the tlew Ainecican backyard. Th�. green space and visual amenities such as
��laygrounds, s��orts fie lds, trails, gardFns, and open spaces found within the park systern become an integral part of
rhe ptiblic's perception of�he communiry. �h�is, the park system reflecrs a communiry's self image. A strong image
thro�.lgl�r strong visual character is one ke�� component th�zt malces a communitv memorable.
On� of the tnost i�nportanr functions of parks in suburban environments is to provide spaces for—and to
encourage—social inceraction. "Ihe p�irlc s}'s�em can help to build unity by providing a place where the divergent
�opulations and interests can interact with, learn from, and appreciare each other. A park can k�e a place wh�re
seniors rneet �ind roddlc�:rs play, where the athlete and the arcist find a c,ommc�n ground and where social as well as
E�hvsical n�cds arc mct.
`Ihe purpose of rhis IVlasrer Plan is to identify the�vays in which the City inrends to build and maintain ��arlcs and
faciliti�s rhat both enhance the positive image of the Ciry and meet rhe needs of the City into the future.
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"11�e plcrpose of the 1''arks and Recreation Master Plan is to esta6lish goals, standards, guiding policies, and
accion programs to guide thc Ciry of Dublin in thc acquisirion, dcvelopment and managemcnt (operations and
maintenance) of Uublin's park a�lc� recrcatioii f��ciliries rhrough the ultimate build-out of the Ciry in accordance
with thc C�eneral Plan.
'll�e �vlaster Pla�� iriust evolve ro respon�i to rhe Ciry's growzh and changinb der�io�raphics. Thus, it contains both
s�ecific sranc�arcis rhar �;uieie tl�ie Cirti�s acrions, as well as provide clear diiecrion co otller agencies and pri��ate
cievelo��ers rcgarding the "rul�s" under which Dublin is developing, maii�raining, and operarinb its pack and
rec-re��ie7n sysrem. ['olicics �znd progra�ns are included that are flexible enough to �ccommodare new opportuniries
and s}iil=ts it7 prioritics.
�Ihe I�)ublin clirnate allo�vs for almost year-rotind use of the park facilities. ���Ihac fact, combined with the
activc, recreatioi7-oriented Iifesryle of� the populatic�n, placcs a significant emphasis on the provision oF high-
qualiry amenities �u�d a�nple recreational opporrunities for the �oinmunity. Over the past five years, the City has
ex��erienced noticeable growth in sports and fitness activities taking place in parks and Eacilities. Additionally,
sports seasons are becoming longer and new sports are becomin�, popular with residents. Nationally recognized
staizdards for parlc and recreation facilities establish thresholds that ofren do not reflect the recreational demands
of a specific communiry. The standards and policies set forth in this Master Plan, whilE recognizing national and
pecr community standards, are unique to Dubliri.
This Master Plan is a reflection of the Ciry of Dublin's commitment to ensuring a high qualiry of life for d1e
communiry.
Since d�e C;iry's incorpor<�ti�>r� in Februarj� 1982, the(.:iry's population llas increascd as both residents and businesses
fo�ind rhe benefits of callir�� Dublin hoil�e. Dublin is locared approaimatel��350 miles nordl of Los Angeles anc{ 35
miles easc of San Francisco. Uublin is 14.59 square milcs in area. Dublin is located within the Tri-Valley region of
the B�y Area, and is gencrally bounded by t�ie Ciry of San Ran�on to the north, unincorporated Castro Valley ro rhe
wcst, th� Ciry of Pleasanrorl ro the soutli, and the Ciry of Liverinore ro the easr.
Because ot this srrategic locarion at the intersection of two major freeways (Interstates 580 and 680), the City is a
grcat place to live, �vc7rlc, and play. Uublin has become known for its high qua(iry of life in the areas of public sai'ery,
exccllent cduca�ional opportutiities, aild abundant and diverse housing opportunitics. Dublin's new residents
include more families with children, more young active adults, and an expanding senior population —all of whom
are sceking qualiry recreational opportUnities.
Open space planning� by other regional agencies plays a role in Dublin's pl<znning as �vell. Zl�ie Last Bay Re��ional
Park District (�.BRPD) is actively seeking to complete a seglnent of the ridgeline trail corridor through Westecn
Dublin. �Ihey have also developed "Guidelines for O��en Space Planning and Management," which could have a
significant influence on the provision and design ofopen space in the Dublin area.'The"I'ri-Valley'Ii-ails Council and
adjacenr comi7luriities support the development of a regional network oF rrails and bilccways utilizing rhe railroad
righr-uf-way,Hood contiol chatlnels an�i eYisting bilceways thrc�ughout the area's communities. I�evelopmenr plans
in San Ramon and Contra Costa Co�inry to the north and Livermore to the cast and Ple<�santon to thc south are
proposii�g potential oper� space and trail connecrions, all of��hic6 could providc opportunities to lii-�k the various
communities with a vasr recreatiunal ncr�voriz.
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Well-desigrled ari�i suflicient parl:s and facilities convey a positive image of�the qualiry of life in any community.As
the Ciry of Dublin continues to devclop, it is rhe goal to acquire and develop new parlcs, open s�ace and recreation
facilities. ln addi�ion, r}u Citv concinues to upgrade and maintain existin� facilicies and provide innovative and
ciiversiEied recrearion ��r���;rams.
'I�he Parl<s arid Rec:re<:ition Masrer Plarl was origitially prepared by David Gares arid Associates and adopred by the
C:iry Couiicil in J�_ily 19)4. "�Ihe iiiformatioi� for the Master Plan was garherec� through a series of public meetings,
inrecvicws, sire visits, joint srudy� sessions, and the careful ceview of local ageticy policy docunlents. Additionally,
rher� ���as a Stecxing CotYlmitree conlposed of r�presentativ�s of C;iry Commissions and spccial recrcation i�lterest
groups such as little league (baseball), soccer, and senior groups. Through mectings with che Steerin;Committee,
Stat�and the consultancs iclentified and evaluated various recreation standards and parlc site alternatives. Throtigh
a process of demand assessment> park land requirement allocation verification, and alternativc site testing, the hnal
Park and Recreation M�ster Plan emerged.
In March 2004, the Master Plan was updated with the goal of revisiting the assumptions that were used in the
original document to ensure that they wece still realistic and that adequatc park and recrearion facilities were
available for t}ie current and future population of rhe City. "Ihis update took ii7to accounr updated population
projectio�ls and the most current land use assumptions for ultim:�te build-out iii accordance with the General Plan.
"lhe March 2004 update anricipated a 5.3-acre parkl��nd deficir at buil��l-ouc of rhe Ciry and identif ed the need to
sc:lect and d�:si�nate sit�s for new �arks to alleviate the deficit. Furt�hermorz, tlic Updatc: recommended pursuing
��pp�rtunities to eYpaild the Dtiblin Heritagc Ccnter around rhe City's Do�llon Way hiscoric core.
Irl Aicgust 20OG, rhe llublir�Vill<��;e Hisroric Area Specific Pl:in was adopted by the Ciry�Council, which amended
ilir lari�l us�� cirsi�;riatiun uf� I�ivt� parc�°Is in thr arra tor the f�urposcs of cxpanding thc Heritage C�ntcr into a
tiill Hisroric Park. Shortiv thereat�rc:r, rhe City (;ouncil adopted the Hiscoric Park Master Plan, which served to
c:nha�i��e rhis l<rv area and also allcvinte die park defic�t. li1 2006, tlle Cir}�Council adopted an updare to the Parks
and Recreari��n Masrcr Plan thar reHected rhe addition of rhis parlcland to the City's inventory.
Predicting Dublin's Future Population
In 2014, the C;alifornia Department of Finance's 2014 population data estimated that Dublin 6ad approximately
48,000 residents (excluding group quareers). Ttle goals, policies and standards adopted in the 200G Master Plan
Update asswned a build-out population of 59,900. Since 2006, two key popLtlation factors changed, which
resulted in the expected �opularion of Dublin ar build-out of the General Plan to increase to 76,000. 7-his change
in population forccastiilb is due to:
1. 17ie average densiry per unit uscd to calculare the population was amended in the General Plan. Instead of
differei�t populacion figures assumec� for dif�erenr residential densities, rhe Ciry now uses a blended figure of
2.? persons per residenrial unit, whic:h was based on the 2010 Censtzs figures rhar showed this as Dublin's
averag� household size. 1he means of calculatirig pt.rsons prr househ<�ld contrik�tited to population forecasts
rhat were hi�hcr than previously predicted.
2. 'I'wo kc:v land use aincndmerlts wcre approved in receiit years thac increased the number oE residential units
expe�:ted to be built ii7 Dublin� ln 2013, the Dubliil Crossing Specific I'lari�vas aE�proved,which aclded up to
1,99� future residential units to the City's build-our nurnber. In 2014, the Downtown Dublin Specific Plan
was amended to incrcasc the dev�lopinent cap iu the Dowtltown by 1,200 units to a total of 2,500 units.
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Combined, these rwo changes added the potential for 3,]95 addirional resid�ntial uuits to be constructed ii�
Dublin, which increased tl�ie projected pop�ilation at Gctleral Plan build-o�it.
Basec� on the City's eurrenr standarcis, the anticipated population of?6,000 creares a 16.5-acre parkland deficir at
huild-our and crcates a porenrial need for 42,000 square feet of ac�ditional communiry facility space.
Measuring Current Parl< and Facility Needs
Ovcr rhe E�asr Five }�ears tlle Ciry has underrakc:n several communiry needs assessments 1-elated to parks, facilities
anc� ��rc�grairis. "Ih� in��ut frum t�iose ass�ssments has bee�i used to develop the new Parlcs and Keccear.ion Master
Plan. In 200�i the Ciry c.r7ba�ed over 1,000 residents ii�sevcral surveys and focus groups to dev�lop the Dcpartme�7t
Straregic Plan. �[his i�icluc�ed a staristically valid mail-in survey of parlc and faciliry interests and priorities. ln 2012
rhe Ciry undertook a Marketing and Conimunie arions Study and conducred a statistically valid phone-survcy
of��ver 400 resideuts related to rECreation and ctiltural program needs and marketiug preferences. In 2013 the
Ciry enga;ed over 800 residcilts in a web-based sui'vey identifying preferred parlc amenities for the Iron Horse
Nature Park Master I'lan,which helped infocin the Ciry of the rr�orc passive and un-prograinmed activities desired
by residents. Most recently the City engaged over 1,000 resideuts in a cominuniry survey on active and passive
recreation needs as part of the cievelopment of the Dublin Crossing Community Park Master Plan.
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I�l�e Parks and Recreation Master Plan is divided into four chaprers:
I. BaekgroundandAnalysis."lhis chapter summarizes the analysis of background informarion and projecrions
used in developing the Plan.
II. Parks and Recreation Facility Standards.�Illis chapter providcs specific standards and criteria for Dublin's
E�arks and re��rcation i�acilities.
IIL Goa(s arid Policies. Zhis chaprer idcncifi�d goals, guiding, polici�s, and action programs ro implement che
Mast�r I'lan.
IV. Implernentataon. '�Ihis chaprer desrribes the ftlnding soucces and regulatory tools available to make the
plan a rc��litv.
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Regional Context
"I�ie P��rlcs and Recreation Masrer 1'1an study area is cotertninous with the ciry liinits. Future growth in Dublin
will occur �rimarily in the E:,asrern Dublin Specific Plan Area, the U�zblin Crossing Planning Area, rhe Dowritown
S�7ecihc Plan Area, and �vith lii�iired �row�h in rhe Primar}'Planning Area, wl�ich lies ro �he wcst Conseqtiently,
rhe unificarion of the proposed outlyitig sections of rhe communitv with the existing core, and to each other, is a
primary goal of tklc Mastcr Plai�.
'Il�e l:ast Ba�� Rc�;ii>nal Parl: Disrricr (EI�RPC)) has overlapping jitrisdicrion in the Master Plan Study Area.
EBRPD is stri��ing �o prc�vidc regional trail c:onii�ctions wirh adequate corridor widths and btii�ers. They value thc
preservation of t�he natural and rural essence of tl�ie undeveloped portions of the communiry. These natural open
spaccs are an important part of Di�blin's characrer.
7here ar��also op��or�uniti�s to makc�rail connections wich the adjacent comrrit�nities of�San Rarnon and Plcasantori
and with other trail faciliries operated by the East Bay Regional Park Districr and the Livermore Area Recrcation
alld Parlc District Trails that follow crcek a��d drainage channcls may provide opportunities for new connections.
Along rhe Union Pacific/So�_irhern Pacific Railroad righr-of-way, rhe Iron Horse Trail has been developed as a
regional faciliry, lii�king cities in Contra Costa Counry, Dublin, �che Dublir�/Pleasanton B�IZT station, and beyond
into Pleasantc�n.
Existing Resources
'Il�ere are nur�lerous creeks and drainage channels throughout. the Srudy Area which provide opportuniries to
�evelop creelc-side trails. 1-he contiriuous connections these creeks and drainage channels provide are especially
critical in the developed areas of Di.iblin. In 2Q13, the City acquired 12S acres of land adjacenr ro South San
Ramon Cceck and thc Icon Horse"I'rail betwcen Amador Vallcy I3oulcvard and the ciry limit with San Ratnon to
tl��e north. This fand�vill be used for rhe future °Iron Horse Nature Park and Open Space," a community pack wirh
a focus on crc°aring passive recreational amcnities aud restoring open space areas to natural conditiocls.
(;urrently there arc t��iir inajor pedestrian/bikcways in Dublin: along San Ramo❑ Road, along Dougherry Road,
the regional-servin�;Iron Horse�Ti�ail, r6e AlaiT�o Creelc I�rail, and Alan10 Canal.'I�hese paths are separated From the
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street and are well utilized by the local comn�uniry. Additional open space trails include the Martin Canyon Creek
Trail and nc�'I'assajara Cr�elc"I rail. These paths and rrails are the foundation for Dublin's separated pedestriati and
bicycle network.
"1he D�iblin t_:ivic Ceprer complex includes rhe Ciry Hall, rhe Police Faciliry, and a plaza area to accommodate
outdoor fcstivals and civic evcnts, and an adjacent Puhlic Safery Complex partially serving Alameda Counry
Firc. A ncw I,ibra�y w�is completed in Spring 2003, which provic�es additional communiry mcering and function
spaces and completc:s rhe Civic Cenrer Cornplex. �I7zc adjacent Sports Grc�unds contain n�iany of the comperitive
spe>rts fiel�is in I�ubliti. Additiunal sports fields are at E:merald Glen Park, FalLon Sports Park, and the Ciry has
�vorked coopexati��clr����irh the Du61in lJnified Sc}lool District ro lapgrade e�xisting sc}iool yard f�cilicies to provide
additional sports fielas for rhe a��mmunity.
"Ihe hist�rical herirage of rhe Dublin communiry has been preserved by rhe Ciry wirh help from the Dublin
Historic�l Preservation Association arid t�ie Amador/Livermore Valley Historical Society. The Old Murray School
House and St. Raymond's Chucch, which were acquired by the Ciry, are locatcd adjacent to the Dublin Pioneer
Cemetery. This historic site, wliich is locared near powntown Dublin, has provided che community with a special
place to preserve and celebrate local history. 'Ihe recently-expanded Historic Park coinplements tkie existing
Heritage Center by providing additional facilities for the programs rhat already exist there and by providing
additional parkland foc the comn-�unity.
'1'he Downtowri Dublin Specific Plan, adopted by the Ciry Council in 2011, aims to facilitate the creation of a
vibrant arid dynamic commercial and mixcd-usc cenrer that provides a wide array of opportuniries for shopping,
s�rviccs, dining, working, livir�g and entertainment in a pcdestrian-friendlv and aesthctically pleasing setting that
�zrn-acts borh 1<�cal ancl rc:�ional iesidcnrs., "lhe size and locarion of I�ownrown Dublin of�ers rhe opportunit�� ro
crr.�re ��cc�ssible �7ublic spac�s and a central ga�herin�; place for civic celebrations and activities rhat take place in
t}1e Downrow�n. �Il�ie Spec:iEic Plan Eo�uses on inr��rating desigil teatures such as monuments, sigriage and public
plazas with ii�lpro��ements tu landscaping, green spaccs and wic�cr sidewalks to uni�y the predominantly retail area.
Widzin the cxistir�g ciry liirlits, the pocential for tizrth�r expansion of parl< and recreation facilitics is cxtrcmcly
limited. `Ihe 1986 Parks Masrer Plan Report and subsequent 19)0 Sports Ground Master Plan Report and School
Facilitics Plan illustrate maximum utilization of existi�lg park sites and joint use of several school play yards to
mcct th�° currcnr�i�mands ot�hc con�imunity. �ihus, th� wcight of providing parlc land and Facilitics for che future
growth falls rnaii�l}� upon the undevcloped wcsr anc{ east portions of the community, althoubh there may be somc
o�porrunities in the primary planning area as properties redevelop.
'1'l�e easrern porric�n e�f Dublin is cl�iaracterized by rolling grass lands divided into three canyons. In this area, the
�entle topography and proposed roadway system have been able to accoinmodatc larger Comnniniry Parlc facilities
sttch as Einerald Glen Park and Fallon Sports Park as well as several smaller Neighborhood Parks. 7he creeks and
swales have provided natural opportunities for open space linl�ages berween parks.
'Il1e�-vesteri�� porcion of Dublin is characterized by se�eep topo�rap�iy and a dense cover of�oak woodland. The steep
terraiil liinits the opportuniries for large active communiry recreation facilities, although have been opporrunities
ro locare and devclop Neighborhood Parks such as Schaefer Ranch. Zhe natural fearures of rhe area warrant
protcction throt.igh thc development of passive recreation areas and regional trail con��ections such as to Martin
Canyon Crccic.
Currently, thc Citv of Dubli�l's Subdivision Ordinance requires rhe dedic��tion of 5-acres of park land for every
1,000 p�rsons. "lhis srandard has been rctained and is f�irther e�efined in rhis Parks ancl Recrearior� Masrer Plan.
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�l1�ie C;iry of Dublin, along wirh the entire"Ti�i-Valley region, �ontinues to experience population growth. Frorsi a
population of approximatel�� 14,3U0 in 1982, thc Ciry of Dubli❑ has grown to a resident population of 53>462
in 201/ (a}���roximatcly 4�3,OUO without grou� quarrers) per th� California Dc�artment of Financc. At fitll build-
our ot the Cin� in 2040 as envisioned bv the General Plar�, the resic{ent population is expected to be 76,000. Thc
population �rowrli since 1982 can be attribured to the annexation and developmenr of rhe Eastern Dublin Specific
Pla�� area, the Schaefc��r R��nc:h General �Plan Area, new development planned for in the Dublin C;rossing Planning
Area, additional devc:lopinent plar�ned in the Downtown Diiblin Specific Plan area, and build-out of approved
developments and infill growth including residential areas around the City's two BATZI' srations. "�Ihis projecred
in�:rease over the next twenty-five ycars will create demand for additional recreational facilities and prograrns.
Population Structure
Accoi�ding to the 2010 U.S. Census, Dublin's largest populazion segment is represented by adults aged 25 to 44.
"Iliis group statisticilly representing over 38%of the City's population in any given year and incltzdes young adults
and families as well as single adults and co�tples without children. Individuals and families in this category have the
mosr diverse needs in rernls of recreation facilities aild available programs based on age and intcrest. Statiseically,
it is cxpecrcd that dual-employed families with children will continue rhe nationwidc growth trend in thc Dublin
area. 'Ihis growth will irnpacr c1�e need for increased day care services for young children as well as heightened
dcoland for after-school programs for school-a�,ed youcll.
Parallel to the n<itional "�;r,�yirig" n-end, a larger se�ment of�Dublin's population is also expected fall into the middle
a�id oldcr a�;c� cat�z oric:s tha�� in pr��'iuus vcars. Bcrween 1990 and 2010, the perccntagc of Dublin's populatiorl
a�cd 47 :uld abov� has incr�as�d fro�n 19.���2� to .31.4�'0, ��s showi� in }�igure 2 below.
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'l�his increase in the older adult and senior popularions���ill further impact recreation, leisure and 6tness programs.
AnticiE�adoil of> and planning for, rhese shifts in po�ulation dernographics early in thc probramming process
allows plaiining Ei>r classes and utl��er op��or�unitirs tu meet tkie needs of sp�cific�o��ulations in addition to general
recre��tion�l progra�7�s.
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Recreati��nal neec�s specific r�� a�;e �;roupin�;s include:
• Prc-school and davcare pro�rams appropriare for agcs 0 to 4
• After school, in�crcession and sui7�mcr session prograins for school ages 5 to 19
• 1'rograms available for�oung adults, farnilics, working adults and extcnded use hours for ages 20 to 54
• C)Ider adult and �enior progratns for dlose ages 55 and older, and
• Organized lea�;l�es, classes and facilities to accommc�dare age specific programs including youth and adult
sports leagucs, art an�l rccrcarion classes f��r all ages, senior ficness opportunities, aquatic programs, facilirics
rt°lttal, cotnmiiniry af�airs and proinotions.
Summary
In general, rhe recreational needs and intcrests of the current population are being met by the existing faciliries.
However, if tlie standards outlined in thc Master Plan are to be maintained, additional parlcs and facilitics will be
needcd in the future.
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Assessment
Id�nritying r��creariotl needs is a v�rv in�portant componenr of any park and recrcation master plan. Assessment
ot riecd, however, is also one of the n-�ost dif�icult tasks because many variables will influence public recreation
parricipa�iot7 and den�iand. Addirionall��, in t}le case of Dublitl, a portion of the popularion being planned for does
not y°�t reside ii� rhe Ciry. Ic is, therefoi�e,nec�ssary to make�rojecrions and assumptions rcgarding the characreristics
and preferenccs ot the furlire population. Underestimaring the fi�ture need c�in result in overutilization of facilities
whereas overestimating the need can also result in expendinires for facilities that are not required. The Master Plan
does, however, provide Rexibiliry to modify the rypes of Eacilities and/or the priority for implementarion. This will
allow the Ciry to develop facilities in a sequence tl�at matches the recreation demand of the new residents.
Zhe original Master Plan docuinent scudied the demand for recrearion facilities and activities and developed a
quantifiable srarement of need based on a process that includecl six sreps. Zhey were:
1. An analysis of rrends in recreation participation
2. A stuciy of who prescutly provides rccreation service in Dublin
3. An analysis of who etirrenrly pai-eicipares in recreation
4. Results of public ��orkshop mcetings
5. �ll�e de��elopmenr of park and facility standacds
G. 1�.lcntification c�f p;arl. ancl fa�ili�y nerds
F:ach i��cthod is dc�crik�>cc� in morc d�xail b�lo���.
Participation Ratios
Parricipation rarios are �uidcs by which raciliries and park arreage rec�uired ro meet population demand is
quantified. By- attaching a standard to a po��ulation variable, the future park and faciliry needs of the Ciry of
Dublin are forccast based on p��pulariorl growrh. 'The most recogilized standards used for mtznicipal planning are
rhose devclo��ed by tli� Na�ional Recreation and Parlcs Association (NRPA). These are only one facet to consider
when escablishing standards foc Dublin.
User Trend Analysis
Facility demand esrirnates are developed by extrapolating historical use statistics for each facility.This meThodology
prodiices reasonably accurate data because it reflects specific communiry use. However, the u�end analysis
merhodology can be influenced by local condirions or current trends in recrearion interest. As an example, if one
charts tenllis playing over the last 20 years, a cycle of interest and level of play emerges. Also, opecating conditions
such as qua(iry of the courts, their location, usec fees and hours of operation can impact the level of use. Actual
user data From 2014 was evaluated in preparing this master plan.
Public Input
Inpur from nc� �;eneral public is a�7othcr med�iod ot ass�ssing comm�iniry needs. Ca�ition is required in relying
sc�lelv e�n diis, he��vev�r. sin�� sp�cial inr�rest gruu��s can dominate th� process ancl may nor reflect the broader
eornrnuniry inceresr. In 2008 the City conducted an intci7sive necds assessinent to preparc t�ie Department Strategic
Plan. Zlic process included input frorn over I,000 residents. Methods included a statistically valid mail-in survey,
online stirvey, bcus groups and public workshops. In 2012 the Ciry cotzducted another intensive needs assessrnent
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Standards Definitions
Anorh�r rnrans of mcasi.irin�,n�cd is ro dcv�lop a standard and mc:asure that standard against the existing inventory.
Kecreation tirandards are guides b�� which Dublin car� estimate in quantifiable terrns the number of acres and
squar� feet of facilities r�quired to tneer recreation demand. By attaching the scandai-d to a populatioti variable,
i� is possible ro forecas� futurc necds as the population grows. Stand�lyds arc important for � number of reasons
including:
• Standards can be an expression of minimum acccptable f<�cilities and areas.They can 1�e looked upon as goals.
• A standacd is a guideline to determine land requirements for various rypes of park and recreation facilities.
• Standards are a basis for relating recreation needs to spatial analysis within a community-wide system of park
and open space areas.
As part of the current upd��te to the Master Plan, analysis was done on die curreut standard being provided based
on the existing faciliry inventory and current population. Additionally the occupancy rares of facilicics during peak
high-dcmand periods were analyzed to derermine if the cUrrent standards are meering community needs or need
eorrectioi� ro avoid a stirplus or deficit of faciliries ar build-out.
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"Il1e Cirv ot Dul�lin of�ers a ti�ide varien� <,>Frecreacio�ial and cultural opportunities to the residents of D�iblin. The
Cit�'s invcntory�of faciliries gen�rally �nec:ts the nunimum service standards establishec�by the Master Plan. When
dt�v�lopin�; tl�c• �>ri�;inal Master Plan, the City worked with the Dublin Unified School District ro up�;rade school
faciliri�s in rhe Primary Planni�lg Area co add to tlre existing pack and sports fielci inventory and to expand existing
E��rogr,zms to h�tt�r scrv�: the interest and neecis ot the existing populatioi�.
Diiblin, lil<c all�l��ri-Valley communities, has a vcry l�igh demand for ocganized sports pro�rams. Again, the faciliry
iniproverY�ents at the schools, the irnplernenratioi� of the S��orrs Ground Masrer Plan, and rhe newer sports fields
at F.inerald Glen Pack and Fallon Sports Park, will meet most of tlie existing demanci.
This Master Plan update addresses the program and faciliry needs of the anticipated future population growth.The
development standards for new parks and facilities will provide for qualiry parks, trails, sports fields and recreation
and cultural facilities needed at build-out in a manner that is fiscally sustainable to operate and maintain.
The previous Parks and Recreation MasCer Plan only referred to "Commuriity Parks." Based on commuriity input
�his Master Plan divides this category into two different rypes: Active and NatLiral:
Active Community Park (new category)
�'�cti�� C:<>mmunitv Parl:s oHer a varietti c>f recreational o}�purt�inities that attract a wide rangc of local �ge groups
an�1 itltcresrs. �I�hev feat�irt: large oE�en spacc at�eas, unique riatural and cultural areas as �vell as group picnic areas,
bic�rcli��g and hilcing rrails> sporrs fields and cotirts, aquatics tacilities, corrimunity cenrer or other unique features
or faciliries. ilctive°C;o�Y�munir�� Parks are��n�rally 10+ acres in siu. E:xamples of Active Communiry Parks inelude
Emcrald Gl�n ['arl<, I)ublin Spor�s ��rounds, Fallon Sporrs pai-k, and the Dublin I-Iistocic Park.
Natural Community Park (new category)
Natural Communiry Parks of�er a mix of quieter, passive uses such as trails and outlook areas with a few nodes
of�nore active uses such as a n�iture interpretive �rca, picnicking sites, a communiry and/or children's garden, or
orher low-intensir�� uses. ��I�here are no Nar�u-al Cornmuniry Parlcs thar are already developed in Dublin, biit the
Iron Horse Nature Parlc and Open Space is planned for a site in rhe Primary Planning Area.
"T�11e other parlc t�ypes in Dublin incl�.ide:
Neighborhood Park
Neighborhood Parks are designed to meet rhe local residents' recreational needs while reflecting the unique
characrer of each neighborhood. They rypically feature s�aces for relaxation, pracrice fields (not for competitive
use), open miilti-use areas, playgrounds, and unlit sports courts (e.g. baslcetball, tennis, bocce). Neighborhood
Parks are generally around five-acres in size. F,samples of Neighborhood Parks are Kolb Park, Schaefer Ranch Park,
and Positano Nills Park.
Ne+ghborhood Square
Nei�hborhood Sqiiares of�er speci��lized faciliries thar serve a concentrated or limited population or special interesr
�;roup such as ��otrng chi(dreil, senior citizens, or in some cases, dogs ancl their owiiers. 1he Neighborhood Square
is a scal�d-down version of rhe Ncighborhoc�d P��rk, �vith an averabc size of two acres and located in high densiry
rrsidcncial urban areas �-vhcre a green pocket is thc central focus of the neighborhood. Exatnples of Neighborhood
Squares inclucic Piazza Sorrcnro and Devancy Squarc.
Downtown Plaza (new category)
A Uownrown Plaza is <� n�w category in this 1�lastcr Plai�, and there is ❑ot yet a Downtown Plaza in Uublin.
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`Ihis parl: can provide a small plihlic space within rhe 284-acre Downrown D�iblin Specific Plan area thar would
ser��e as a E�uhlir ga�hcring space in rhis busrlii��, commercial and resid�nual district. Zhe Downtown Plaza could
includ� benches and s��ating, p�iblic art, historic resources, a sinall perforiYiance s�ace, or other eleinenrs that are
aE�propriare to a srnall, vibran� urbaii spacc.
"I1ie Recreatioii Needs Assessment also identified several rriajor buildirigs for iriclusion in che Master Plan. "Iliese
f�cilities have signihcant costs assoc�iated wirh both the consrrucrion and annual operation and maintenance. On
�he ather hand, du� co th� dernarld for faciliries and programs these buildings cazl of�er, th�re can be revenuc
generatea w ot}set a portion of the o�erating custs. A discussion of each of�the major facilizies follows.
Community Facilities
D�iririg peak demand titnes, there is rhe need for space for rhe public to meet for social gatherings such as weddings,
familv reunions, bauquets, fund raising events; nci�hborhood �neetings; or�;�nizational meetings; and clubs, sucl�
as Girl aiid Boy Scouts, gardening clubs, ete. Through the proaision of multi-use space, a myriad of activities can
also be accommodated. T}�ese uses can inclttde a preschool, crafts classes, fimess programs, dance, coolcing, and a
place for youth to "11ang-out" as well as participate in activities and games.
Indoor Recreation Center
��I}ie klecreation Needs Assessmc:nr, complered i�i 2005 and approved by [he Ciry Council, indicated thar the
demand exists for a multi-purE�ose: rec:rearion ce�7ter. �Io meet eoinmuniry demaiids and to g�nerate suf�'icient
rc�venue ro uf��se� oper��ting cos�s, rhe C;enrer must of��er a wide ran;e of activities and facilities. 'I11ese activiries and
tacilirics should inclucl��:
1. r1 p(cas,�nt, w�11-maintaincd, stat�-of-thr-�ir� fa�:iliry
2. Acrivities ��nd tacilitics rhar will 6e of int�rest to all age groups
3. An environmcnr that encourages usc by families
4. Spacc for �rop-in recreation and instructional classes
5. Co�irt space for activirics such as basketball and volleyball
6. High q�zaliry acrobics and danc� studio
Senior Center
When the study was coinpleted, thcre was dernand for an enhanced Senior Ce��rer designed solely to serve the
needs of Dublids mature adult communiry. Approxirnately 7.3% of the population is 65 years or older. Dublin's
Senior Cenrer was replaced in 2005 witli a state-of-the-art faciliry tl�at meets the programming needs of today's
active senior �opulatiorl.
Aquatic Facility
When the srudy was complered, therc was dernand for a {'ull-scalc communiry pool faciliry, complere with an
indoor pool with lanes for competitive and recceational swimming, teaching bays for swim lessons, lap swimming
;�nd water exercise and firness progran�s, an c��_itdoor sport pool for�ompetitive swimming and water polo. Phase I
of tl7e f�,merald Glen Recreation and /\quatic Cornplex was designed to respond to these nceds, and it als� includes
�in our�door wacer playgiound; six waterslides; a fitness cenrei; locker rooms and adininistrative of�ices. Ph��se II has
been planned to accomr��odare rhe Indoor CZecrearion Center identified above.
Cultural Arts Cer�ter
A space tf7at has a lowcr deinaud, accordin� to the srudy, than the communiry cenrer, recreation center or aquatic
(acili«� is tlr� cultliral arts and community thearer iclentified in rht original Master Plan. A new state-oF-the-art
Performing Arts and Education Cenrer was recently coristructed on the Dublin High School Canipus. Zhis facility
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�vill bc iivailable tor cornmLiniry use and prcivides adequare rch�arsal and perfocmance space for theater, music
and dancc:. [n addition therc are other rcgional tlleatcrs in Livennore, Pleasariton, San Ramon and Walnut Creek.
With rl�ie plethora of rhea�ers in tlle region, rhe Conir�iunity Iheater coillponent has been removed from the future
Culnaral Arrs Cenrer.'ll��is fa�iliry w�ill af�ord ciiltural, educarional arid social experiences for rhe entire cornmi.inity.
It w��uld be a hub for tl��e arts ii� Dublin, providing opportuniries for adulrs a�7d youtl� to learn co create with their
hands, develu�� nc�ir arrisric porenrial and share in the vital cultural currents of the community. Ihe primary focus
c�f rhe facilitv would be a �allery space thar can mulri-function as a social and everlt space. The faciliry would also
fean�ce multi-purpose classrooms, mUSic and mcdia rooms.
National Parl< Standard Comparison
`lhe National Recreation and Parlc Association (NRPA) published standards in 19?0 rhar have becn widely used
since being adopted. In I�)79, NRPA developed a task force that worked three years to revise and update park
and rea�eation standards. Published in 1983, tlle report tided "Recreation, Park and Open Space Standards and
Guidelines", represenred the consensus on spacc anc� faciliry staudards at the national lcvel at the timc.
In rccent years municipalitics hav� started to usc other �nethods to establish standards, realizing that dze NRPA
standards are more of a one-size-fits-all approach, and do not take into account the unique demands of individual
re�;ions and comm�inities. In addition to the use of natioiial srand:irds, this update also i�ses statistical dat�a al�out
currci�t� usagc and d�mand and projects thar<�nto fur�trc rccrearional dcinands.
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Park Facilities NRPA Standards City of Dublin Ciry of Dublin
(acres per 1,000 residents) Ex'rsting Service Level Standards
(2015 —includes
School Park
Improvements)
Neighborhood Park 1-2 2.156 1.7
Coininunitv Park 5-8 3.209 3.3
Speci��l Use Parl� Variab(e None None
Rcgional Parlc 5-10 Nonc None
Total (Neighborhood/ 6-10 5.365 5
Comrnunity)
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Sports Facilities NRI'A Standards City of Dublin City of Dublin
Existing Service Standards
Level (2015 -
includes School Park
Improvements)
Bascball Fields 1 pEr 5,000 1 per 3,058 1 per 3,000
Soccer Pields 1 per 10,000 l per 3,058 1 per 3,500
Softball Fields 1 per 5,000 1 per 9,785 1 per 2,500
Swiinming Pool 1 per 20,000 204 SF per 1,000 400 SF per 1,000
"lennis Courrs 1 per 2,000 ] per 2,575 1 per 2,500
Baskerb<�ll C;<>i-u-ts 1 �er 5,000 1 per 4,0?7 1 per 4,000
C:ricl<et Ficlds 1 per 48,927 1 per 40,000
Voll�vhall C�urts 1 per 5,000 1 per 16,309 l per 1C,000
Note.� Uata prf�scrrtecl ira nrinz�er•of facilities per populration
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C;ommunitv Ccnter 15,000 2�,000 0.60
Recceation Center 15,000 30,000 0.50
Senior Ccnter 5>000 25,000 0.20
Cultural Centers/Museums 16,000 76,000 0.20
Total 1.50
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Comrraunity Cerrte�°s
Srager Cc�mmuniry Gymnasium* 6,002 C9°/« 4,141
Sc�iior C:e�lter 15,500 100°/> 15,500
Shannon Community Cenrer 20,088 100% 20,088
F,inerald Glen Rec/Aqu�tic Complex—Phasc I 30,480 100% 30,480
Recreation Centers
Murray Schoolhouse and Visitor C�nrer 2,482 100% 2,482
St. Ra��mo�7d Church 1,550 100% 1>SSO
l�olb Hous� IVlusc�itl7 2,304 100% 2,304
Old Hou�e Art Buildinb 1,650 100% 1,650
Sunday School Barn 2,900 100% 2,900
Total Existing Facilities 82,956 $1,095
Square Feet per Capita 1.60
Stager Community Gym is a joinr-use facility with the Dublin Unif ed School District, in which Ciry has use
G9% of available time annually. ��he gym includes one full-co�trt and rwo half-courrs for basketball; rwo courrs
for volleyball; lobby and restrooms. There is an adjoining rnulri-purpose room the Ciry cari res�rve as available for
Ciry and communiry programming.
�I11e Dublin Senior Center �rovides community gathering and programmin� space for adults in Dublin in a
faciliry adjacent to the Wicklow Square Senior Aparttnents in Downtowii Dublin.
Shannon Community Center servcs as the City's primary rental facilicy for social gatherings. It fcatures a large
hall rhat sears '�OQ for dining and can be uscd for a variery oFclasses and programs. 1liere is a carering kitchen for
culin<�ry programs. "llic ficilir�� teatiires r�vo mulri-p�irp�se sp�ces as well as a preschool wing with rwo classrooms
and support spaccs.
The Dublin Civic Center and Library ��i-ovide s�veral mulri-purpose spaces that are available for recreational and
cultural classes, civic mecrings and community rentals.
"Ihe Emerald Glen Recreation Center and Aquatic Gomplex Phase I is under construction and includes an
indoor F�ool with six laries for lap switnming, water exercise and fitness programs, and three large teaching bays
for swim lessons; an outdoor sport pool for con�pctitive swimming and water polo with eight lanes and three
additional warni-u�� lanes; an outdoor �vater playground; six �va��rslides; a fitness cenrer; and locker rooms and
administrative offices.
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`�Ihe Heritage P�u-k Sunday School Barn,Art Studio and Old St Raymond Church Facilities serve �rimarily as
communitv r.enccrs for smaller s��cial gatherings, classes, events and drop-iri performing arts programs.
'Ihe Murray Schoolhouse Museum is a historic faciliry and ci.iltural center that has two primary spaces. An
Exhibir call�d "�Cl�e Journev' is fearured in rhe main room of the Scl��oolhouse and depicts rhe journey Dublin's
earlv sertlei-s tool< lrorn New Yorlc to California. Z�kir secondary classroom is used as a multi-purpose space for
class�s, meetings and temporary exhibirions.
The Kolb House Maseum is a historical faciliry that is used priinarily as a period-inuseum depicring ranch lifi in
the early 1900s. In addition to providing toui-s the faciliry also has archival rooms for research and special projecrs.
In order to meet t}ie standards identificd in this Master Plan, the Ciry may need ro buiLd an additional 42,000
square feet of faciliry space. Publie Facilities Fe�es cllarged on new develo�ment and existiilg func{ balances would
pay for the construction of these new facilities. In ordcr to rh� most effici�nt and effectivc way ro use this future
puhlic facility spacc, the Ciry sho�.ild conclucr a ne�v "Facilities I�easibiliry Study". T�iis study woulci icientify�
cui-rent communiry priorities and interesrs for furure fadlities and am�nities; develop prograin needs; idenrify
lcvel of commu��iry wi(lingness ro pay for pcogra�ns and thc ongoirig operations and mainterlancc of the facilities;
and identify potcnrial loi-arions li�r futurc facilitics. Prior to iilcludinb any of these future facilities in t�he Capital
Improvemcnr Program tlle C:in� shall df:velop a business plan for each faciliry to refine the ongoing operational
suhsidv and replac<<��ent cc�sts tc� nc� Gcneral Fund.
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'l'he Cic�� of L)ublin has l9 parl:s, 5 deec{ec� park sites, and 6 school parks and City-owned open space areas that
account for nc:arlv 2.33 acres of dedicated o�c❑ spacc and developed �ark land. In addition t11c Ciry has over 59
acres of uncic°velopeci parkland thar has either been of�ered for �edication by landowners or acquired by rhe City.
`Iable 5 (below) idenrifies the existing parks and open space in Dublin.
Table S � �xzsting Parkl�znd Inventory
Park Type Acres
Active Com�nurcity Pa�°ks
p�.iblin Civic Center/Libra�y C�rounds 11.420
l�ublin 1 lisroric Park ar�d Museums (ncw) 4.200
C�)ublin Historic Parl: and Musel�ms (original) 3.580
Dublin Srnior Centcr 2.000
Dublin Sports Grounds 22•770
Dublin Swim Ccnter 3.600
Emcrald Glcn Park 49.137
�allon Sports I'ark 27.200
Fallon Sports Park (deeded/credits; uniinproved) 32.863
Shailnon Park 9.670
Total Active Community Park 166.440
Natural Commzsnity Pa�•ks
Iron Horse Trail South of Dublin I31vd (purchased; unimproved) 2•127
Iro�1 Horse Nature Park (purchased; unimprovcd) 12.12
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Total Natur�il Community Parks 14.25G
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Neighborhood Parks and Squares
Alamo Creek Park 5.260
B��ay Commons 4.780
Devany Square 1.910
Dolan Park �•85�
Dough�rry Hills Dog Park 1.430
Jordan Ranch NP (dceded/a-edirs; unimproved) 4.990
�ordan Ranch NS (decded/credirs; unimpi-ovcd) 2•�0�
Kolb Parl. 4.860
Mape i�lemorial Parl< 2.680
Passatcmpo I'ark 5.010
Piazza Sorr�nto 2.000
Positano Hills Park 4.600
Scan Dia��lond (deeded/credits; unimproved) 5•���
Schaefer Ranch Parl: 10.550
Stagecoach Parlc �'�2�
Ted Fairfield Park G.970
Total Neighborhood Parks and Squares 67.740
School Parks (Serve as Neighborhood Parks)
Dublin Elementary School 8.800
Dublin Hi�,h School 5.400
Fr�c{eriksen Elementarv School �•gU�
(�'tl�rray E�Icmenrarv School 8.600
Nic�lsen F�.Ic°�Yrenrarv School 5.400
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Total School Park l.and 43.600
Total Existing Parl�land Uev�lopcd 232.897
Zotal Existing Parkland Undevcloped 59.139
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There wiil be additional parlcs needed in the future ro provicie recr�earional spaces for residenCS that are not yet
hcre. Listed below arc future parks that are included in th� General Plan, but that have not yer bECn acquired or
improved by the City.
Table 7� F'ut�ure P�zrks�tnd Operr Space Inventory
Park Type Acres
Comyn�rnity I'drks Active
J��rdan Ranch C;ommunirv Park (Mission Valley) 10.080
J��rdan IZ;�nch (:��mmunit�� 1'arl: (Chcn} 7.200
Uublin C;r��ssii7g C;on�muni�y' Park 30.000
Wallis Ranch Commt.initv Pack 7•«�
Total Community Park Active 47.280
Neighborhood Parhs
Croak Neighboi-hood Park A 5.000
Croak Neighborhood Park B 5.500
Sub Area 3 Neighborhood Square 2.000
Mollcr Ranch Neighborhood Squarc 1.100
Dublin Crossing Neig}lborhood Parlc 5.000
'Iotal Neighborhood Parks 26.260
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Utilizing data gathered through workshops, interviews and review of existin� recreation programs and faciliry
usage data, the Park Master Plan establishes the nuiz�ber and rype of facilities which will be requircd if the Ciry of
Dublin is to meer the recreation needs of future residents at the level of service enjoyed by the current popularion.
Z�l�is Master Plan was developed incorporating rhe development plails of the Eastern Dublin Specific Plan, Dublin
Crossing Specific Plan, Downtown Specific Plari and the Western Dublin L,xrended Plannirig Areas to erisure
consistency and compatibiliry with previously esrablished goals. The Master Plan emphasizes th� aeqiaisition and
development of conlmuniry parlcs and restricting the use of neighborhood parlcs to those activities wliich will have
a lili�ited impacr on adjacenr residcntial uscs."Iablc 8, Park Facilirv Distribution, describes a possible distribution
of parl<s and othcr f<lcilities.
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7he careful siting of new facilities and buildings within a major p.�rk complex provides opporniniry for shared
use on thc site. This can reduce the acreage required for parking, vehicular and emergency vehicle access, soiue
building sizes and provides other types of land use efficiencies. It musr be noced that if these facilities are not sited
in the pz-oposed parks or as parts of a larber complex, the acreage requircmenrs may be increased.��I"able 4 11as been
used as the basis ro develop the �,uidelines for the character and programs for the various rypes of parks currently
wirhin Uublin and For those rypes of parks ro be developed in the funire.
As popula�ion �;rowth and community needs are more precisel}�defined,t�he facility distribution plan and standards
must also be refined and aeveli>pmenr ��riorities idenciliecl. In the previous cha�ters, '1'able 5 identifies existing
�arl<s and school grourids for sporrs fields. T�ble 7 ic�entities future parl< locations, and Figtires 3 and 4 illustrate
rh� E�isring and Future Parl:s and Opci� SF�ace, Schools and Public L�inds within the community.Table 9 (below)
icicnrifies otlic�r I:e�- areas in which rhere rnav e�isr��pp��rruniries ro acquire addirional park lancl ro meet rhe 5 acre
per 1,OOU stai�ic�ard, benrfir iitideis�r��ed areas (such �as L)o��vnrown Dublin), and provide more passive recreacion-
oriented Natural C;oinmuniry Par{<s.
Txble 9 � I3y�zd�ino t6�e G�tp—Ide��atifying Futazre Potenti�tl Acc��risitions
Existing and I'lanned Park Acreage 36.35 acres
� "Ii�tal Park Acreage I�?�ed at C��eneral Plail build-out (76,000 r-esidents) 380 acres
Deficit -16.5 acres
Potential Future Sites Future Park Type
Sub-Area 3 l OJ5 acr�s Natural C;ommunity Park
Wallis Ranch Public/Sei�ii Public Parcel 1.90 acres Active Comrrlunit}r Park
TBD OSO-0.75 acces Downtown Plaza
South of Dublin Eioulev�zrd hetween Tassijara and Fallon hoads 2.0 acres I�?eighborhood Square
E,xpansion of C�7mmtulity Park on Chen Pcoperty 5.0 aa-es Conununiry Park
Historic f'arl< I�apansion to DHPA Pre>percy Acdve Communiry Park
Total of Potential Future sites 20 +/- acres
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Parl< Types and Standards
�Ihere are a numl�er of types of public facilities in Dublin. Dubliii has two rypes of C:ommui�iry Parlcs: Active, and
Natural.
Uublin has sevcral Active Communiry Parks, including the Sports Grounds, Emerald Glcn Park, and Fallon
Sports Park. Each of these Active Comnluniry Parks has a Park Master Plan rhat was developed wirh input from
rhe co�nmunity, rcviewed by d1e Parks and Cornmuniry Services Cominission, and which was approved by the
City C'otincil. Eacli 1'arlc Master Plarl is spccific ro tlie Acrive Communit�� Parlc and it ident�ifies the rcercational
amcnities and Facilities thar arc r�� be constrUCred wirhin the park.
'lhe Sports Gr�unds is fizllv de�eloped and will require rcnovation ii� the comin�years. Emerald Glen Parlc has its
fourth (arld t�nal) �l�iase under conscruction wirh a 2017 opening. Fallon Sporrs Parl� has one phase coristructed
with t�n�o more forthcoming as funding becomcs available. I.asdy, Dublin's Hi�storic Parlc has already completed all
of�the f;zcility development, and the Historic Park Master I�'lan idenri6es enhanccments in rhe future.
I��t�l�lin currentiv I�ias one Natural Communiry Park: ���(�he Iron Horse Nature Park and Open Space. The Park
M�stcr Plan was �ipproved f'or this facility in 2013.
Futurc C;ommunity Parks, including the. Dublin Crossing Cornmuniry Park and the Jordan Ranch Communiry
Park,will cach develop Park Master Plans after engaging in a comtnuniry process to determine the desired atnenities
for that specific park site.l�lctive Communiry Parlcs rypically include a variery of actively-programmed s��orts fields
and courts as well as other components that help "round out" the park. Natural Spacc Cominuriity Parks rypically
respond to the comm�uziry's desire ro l�ave non-programmed public spaces that focus more on passive recreation,
the prescrvation or erihancen�ent of natu��al landscapes,and liinitcd sports facilities. L,ike Active Communiry Parks,
each new N�tural Cor�imuniry Park will have a Park Master Plan developed that outliries the specific features rhat
the park will have once complet�d.
Neighborhood Parizs do ilot have individual Parl< Master PLans developed for �ach onc, but rather dcscriptive
standards have l�een cl�vcloped to elaboratc on rhe ch�racrcxistics c>f the rhrce ty�pcs of Neighborho�>d Parks to aid
in the future design and development of new facilities:
• Typical Neighborhood Park
• N�ighborhood Square
• Uowntown Plaza
ACTIVE COMMUNITY PARK STANDARDS
Active Communiry Parlcs should of�er a variety of recreational op�ortunities that attract a wide range of local age
groups and inrei-ests.��crive Colnmunity Parks should fea�ure large open space areas, unique natural, historic, and/
or culrural areas as well as group picnic areas, bicydinb and hiking trails, sports facilities, dog runs, communiry
facilirics, and ocher uniquc f���rures or faciliti�:s.
5ize: Approximatclv lO to 60 acres
Scrvicc Arca: I'rcEerably c�ntraliz�°d within thc: City of Dublin.
Access/I,ocati�>n: E ii�;hly� vi,sible and easilv accessible. "lhese Community Parks sho�_ild be utilizcd ro
crcate a ceiln�al focus for the Dubli�i commwiiry. Activc CommUniry Parlcs with
future ph��s�s inc(ude Dublin Crossing Communiry 1'ark, Fallon Sports Park, Jordan
Ranch Communiry Park and Wallis Ranch Communiry Park.
Park Uesi�,n: Active C:otnmtiniry Parks should creare a meinorable social hub and laildmark public
destination.
Facilities that maximize the recreational atld leisure expericnce of all residcnts.
Provide a mixture of facilities to attract a broad specrrum of user groups.
Provide a sense of connection linlcing the uses on the site to thc surrounding retail,
residential or recreational faciliries.
Play Area: High qualiry and innovative play structures.
Larger than neighborhood parlcs.
Separare facilities for tots from those for older children.
Providc parents seating area.
('otential Sports Facilities: f3a1( �fields (60-foot, 80-foot and 90-toot), graded and maintained for practice and
�omperiri��e baseball.
Specrator amer�iities.
Rrgularion socc�r ticlds with a combination of natural and synthetic turf.
Practice soccer fields (riiay ov�rlap ball fields).
(.;ricket field.
I°o�rhall ficld.
E�utsol court (may ovcrlap wirh basketball).
Ourdoor baslcctball cour�s.
Outdoor vollcyball courrs.
Lighteci rennis courts.
Frisbee golE
Excrcisc cquipment.
Picnic Facilitics: Shaded and secllidcd pict�ic areas with tables for C to 8 pcoplc locared throughout the
park providing areas for spontaneous piaiic use.
Group picnic facilities by rescrvation.
Natural Areas: C)pen meadow zones tl�at provide soft, green use areas for picnics, informal sports as
well as passive group and i»dividual uscs.
Provide pedestrian trails to li�ik�vith regional trail and transit systems.
Pote�nrial Special Features: I�og runs.
Multi-Purpose R��om Buildings for classes and cam�s.
Cultural and Perforrning Arts spaces.
Pu6lic Art for visual impact.
Communiry garden.
Maintc nance yard for the park.
Adclitiorial unique features may include an education ceilter or museuin, ourdoor
ainplzitheat�r, rose gard�ns, or outdoc�r weddirlg facilities.
Rcstrooms: I'�rmancnt restroom struc�urc.
Parkii��: Suf�icic�n� parkirlg l�t to accortii�ncadace demand diiring lligh tise periods.
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NATURAL COMMUNITY PARK STANDARDS
Nantral Con��mtiniry Parl<s should of�er a variery of passiv� recre:�itional upportui�iities tliat attracr a rarlge of age
�roups���f people lookinb for a more serenc park expecience. Natui�al Communit��Parks should feature arEas that are
primarily un�-E�ro�;ra�zlmed and mure nan.u�al in appcaranc�, ofren incliiciiilg features thar have historically existed
on rhe site, such as hills, crctk ar ���edand f�arures, or man-madc structures s�ich as bridges or sinall buildings.
Sirc: A/arics deperre�ing oi� location aiid adjacencics.
Service Arra: 'll��e Iron Horse Nature Park and C)pei� S��ace is to be constructed in the Primary
Planning Area. I�'uture Natural C�in�nuiliry Parl<s should be locatcd in the Western
and/or Eastern Exte��dcd Planning Area.
Access/l..ocarion: I,�ependent on the location of the natLli�al feat�ires to be enhanced and/oi- retained.
Park Design: Natural Community Parks shou(d create a space for quiet, passive enjoymenr of rhe
narural larldscape primarily with low-intensity uses and � few active nodes. Uses that
may be appropriate for inclusion in a Natural Communiry Park include:
• Trails and sitring areas.
• Wildlife viewing platfortns.
• Ourdoor educational spaces.
• Narure interpretive areas with signage.
• Shadcd and secluded picnic areas with tables for 6 to 8 people located throughout
the� park providing available areas for srnall-scale picnic use.
• Communiry and/or children's garden.
� Par course style exercise.
• Open meadow zones that provide soft, green use areas for informal sports as well
as passive group and individtial uses.
• Public restrooms.
• Parking area.
• High qualiry anc�� innovative tlatural play features built into the landscape may be
a�rpropriare in limited areas.
• AmE�le pcdestrian and bic}'cle connectians to neaz-by residential �reas.
• Otller appropriate facilities that maximize rhe recrcational and leisure experience
of all residencs.
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NEIGHBORHOOD PARK STANDARDS
"Ilie iieighborlic>od parlc can be the visual and s<>cial center for the local communiry. In addition to meeting the
local rFSidents' recreatio�al needs, rhe neighborhood p�rk is also a "village �;reeii." �Ihese parks shot�ld be designed
ro rc:Hect rhe uniyue cl��aracrer c.�f each neighborhood.
N�i�;hborhoc�d p.irks ar� �icv�•loprd to provide space for relaxarion, pla�� a�ld intorr�lal rccrcation activities in a
,pc�ific neighborh�,��d ��r cluster of resid-rntial units. �Ih� park improvements are oriented toward the individual
rccrearional r�ecds of� thc nc�i�hborhood in ��}Zich it is located. Facilitics sflould be designed to includc practice
fields anc{ not ti�r c��n��peririve use, whi�h tr,aditionally bring more traf�ic inro a neighborhood.
Dcvcloptnent Criteria: Approximately 5 to 7 nct acres.
Service Arca: Service area defined by major arrerials or topography.
Adjacent ro neighborhood boundaries or open space area, visible from iieighborhood
entry.
Sire Characterisrics: Major percentage of thc site sl�ould l�e level ro accommodate acrive recreatioii uses.
Natural or visual qualities ro cnhatice the c}laracter.
Access/l,ocation: Minimum of two public srreer fi�ontages.
On collector or residential strects, uot rnajor arterials.
Park Design: Central green/social center for neighborhood. Reflect character of setting—natural
features or architectural style of homes.
Play Area: 7ot lot for children 2 - 4 ye�rs.
Playgrou�zd for youths 5 - 12 years.
Parcnts seating arca.
Porential Sports Facilities: "Iiirf fields graded anc3 mainrained for practice softball/baseball (minimttm 250'
ourfield) ai7d soccer (minimum 180'}.
�len�iis courts.
�i�llevhall courts.
Outdoor basketball courts.
Walking trac:lc.
f�.xcrcise/Par-Coursc l�;quipment.
Pialic Facilirics: '�l'ables and secluded space for inFormal family picnics up to G - � people.
�3arbecue facilities in famil�-siz�d picnic areas.
Narural Accas: Open space nzeadow for informal sports, ga�nes arid passive activities.
Restrooms: Two unisex resrrooms.
Parking: Sufficient off-street parking where minimum su�eet frontages are not provided.
Lockable parlcitig for 6 - 10 bicycles.
Lightin�;: Provide lighting for securiry purposes not for night-use activities.Avoid penetration of
unwanted light into adjacent neighboi-hooc�.
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NEIGHBORHOOD SQUARE STANDARDS
Neighborhoc,�d Squares providc specialized tacilicics d�at servc a concentrated or limited popul��tion or special
interest group si�ch as voun�; children or senior citizens. �Ihc° Neighborhuod Square is a scaled-down version ot
the. Nci�,hborh��od Park, with an .:+�e�ragc sizc of��-acres and locared in high densiry residcntial urban arcas where
�a gre�n p<>cker is th�� c�n�ral tocus of�he i�eighborh��od.
Site <;haracccrisrics: Approxi�nately 2-i�ct-acres on � pc�dominately levcl site.
Access/Locauon: 1�'rominent location preferably at eross strect. Within neighborhoods and in close
proxi�niry to aparrment complexes,townhouse development or h�using Ec�r the elderly.
Linked with trails and pedestrian wallcways.
Park Design: Each park should have unique characteristics such as public art, fountain, bandstand,
formal gardens, etc. to creare a focal point for high densiry areas.
Develop plaza arcas for g�ithering and neighborhood social events.
Play Area: Small scale, high qualiry play structures.
Parcnts seating area.
Sports Facilities: As appropriare to Liser groups in adjacenr homes; provide tcnnis cow�t, volleyball
court, or baske�tball court.
Picnie Facilitics: Tablcs and bei�ches with limited open space for individual use.
Scar walls for informal picnicking.
Natural Areas: Views and vistas are desirable.
Restcooms: Not providcd.
Parking: Sn-eet parlcing.
L,i�;htin�;: i�s ncre,sar�� for- security onlv.
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DOWNTOWN PLAZA STANDARDS
Urban Plazas provide a public �xthcrin� placc for the Downrown area.
Sitc C}iaractcristics: OS net aa-es minirnum on a predominatcly level site.
Acc:css/Locarion: ['rominenr site, pref�:rably at a hisrorically�-r�levant locarion or a centrally-located sire
in thr C_)ownto��n.
Linlcc d with pedestrian walkways that access commercial, civic, and/or cesidenrial uses
ii� Downtown Dubli❑ is pceFerred.
Park Uesign: Should have unique characreristics such as public art, fountain, seating, ete. to create
a focal point for gathering and social events.
Play Area: Small scale, high quality play structures may be appropriate with a pacents seating
area.
Sports Facilities: None.
I'icnic Facilities: '�Iablcs aiid benches with limited open s��ace for individual use and seatwalls for
informal picnicking.
Narural Areas: Views and vistas are desicable.
Restrooms: Not providcd.
Parking: Sa�cet parkin�.
L,ightii7g: As ncccssary For security� only.
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CULTURAL ARTS CENTER STANDARDS
A Clzlttical ��i�ts Cerirer can ��ro��ide a inul�i-�isc Eiciliry that af�ords cuLtural, educational a�id social opportunities
for the entire�ominunit��.�I�lie F�iimary fc��:us of rhis facility woul�be the Gallery and adjacent multi-purpose space
makii�� ir a destination for exhibitions and so�ial events. �111c fa�ility would ��Iso feature classroonis to support a
varicty of�culttiral arts cx}>�ri�nces.
Sizc: D�pcndent ot1 pro�;ram study.
Development Criteria: Onc faciliry per communiry.
Acrcage: Dependent on probram study.
Service Arca: Cer�tralizcd to major populatioii centers.
Site Characteristics: Predominantly level.
Inreresting natural or visual charactceistics such as existing trees, creelc, vistas.
Aceess/Location: Located on a major arterial or collecror road with high visibiliry.
"1"wenry minure driving time.
Facilitv Design: Memorablc public destination point whic�h�vould be a source of pride f'or the Ciry.
Destination that will serve the ��iverse needs of nc� entire Cominuniry.
Indoor f��acilities: Lobby aild Reception.
Classroom/Music Room.
/�rt Classrooms.
C:Tallerti� Space.
Ivlulri-Usc Room.
Admirlistrativc Spac�.
Spcci.�l Fcatures: Outdoor p:itios.
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TRAIL STANDARDS
'lhere are �hr���° basic t��p�5 ot uail types tl�ia�may be toiGnd in Dublin- Iiiking and jogging, bicycle, and equesrrian.
7lails are dit�crenr than park��a�s or p��ths within neighborhoods rhat ar� privately maintained, and they are
dif�erent rhail sidewall< or bike lanes as c�escribed in the Ciry's Bicycle anc{ Pedestrian Masrer Plan. While those
facilities arc grcat arncnities for tlic cominu�iiry, they are not coulltcd as parkland,whercas a trail that is impr�ved
to rhe standards contained within this Master Plan and dedicated to public use can be considered parkland.
'lhe rypes of trails th.at have standards in this Masrer Plan include:
Parkway Tr�il: Paved p��th suitable for bicycles and pedestrians which is physically separated from the
streer and not a part of the road section.
Crccicside 1i-ail: P�ived trails along a-eelcs for pedestrian and potcntial bicycle use.
Open Spacc TraiL Unpaved trails for equestrian �nd hikiug use.
Hilcers, joggers and srrollers make tip the majority of trail users. 'Ihis gcolzp narurally� preFers ro �ise rrails thar
are safe, that provide good footing and that are routed through interesting landscape with attainable destination
points and offer soine amenities along the way such as benches �nd rest areas. Pedestrians will use all of the trail
rypes noted above.
Cyclists typically use rhe Parkway aild Creekside Trails. Recrcational cyclisrs rypically prefer trails which have
sr�ioorh surfaces (preferably paved) and which are separated from orher types of traf�ic. Often trav�ling a distance
of�25 iniles on an outing, ehe serious rccreational ryclist prefcrs trails with sweeping culves, good visibiliry, and a
minimum oFcross srrcets.
E:questcians rypicalh� Lise Opci� Spac�Trails, which are gen�rally planncd for the ourlying areas of the Ciry whcre
thece is rnorr oprn space and natur�l (andscape. Bccause of d�e limited available spac�e in Dublin, equestrian trails
<�r� int<�i7c��d co conn�ct�vith other 1-egional-serving rrails in tieighboring comrnunities and park districts.
General Trail Design
'I'rail design sliould incll.tde appr��priatc landscaping to provide a pleasant visual ai�d physical environnlenr,
including prot�ction troril suii, wiud, and noise wllere possible.
• Wherc feasiblc and desirable, trail projects should accommodate more rhan one rype of trail use.
• Designed to require as little rnaintenance as possible ovcr ti�ne �nd to avoid sreep inclines.
• Preserve existing vegetation, removing only as rnuch as necessary to accollimodate the trail. Analyze�xisting
topography and locate trails so that minimal grading is requiced.
Parkway Trail Design
Tlle park�vay lirilcs areas within the couimunity. As an imporcant recreatic�n and reansportation corridor, it should
be visuallv distinct. lt should accommodare b��t}i bicycle and pedestrian use, both s�parated fi�om the street. Zhe
parkway should bc wcll l�andscaped and lighred.
E�,ascmcnr Width: ��linimui7� 20 fcet with landscaping �n eithcr sidc of formal paths.
Pedcsrrian Pach: C�linimurn 5 feet widc, concrcte.
Birvcic Pad�: Ivlinin��um 8 feet, maximum 12 feec wide; 12 fcet whcre joint use with pedestrians.
Aspllalr or concretc.
Rcsr Arcas: Rest area should include a bench and drit�lcing fountain.
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• C;reelrsi�je trail; ar�: a desiral�Ie commui7in� amci7iry� and are a scenic and ec�ucational resource.
• Width nt crcck trails should he a tunction oE amount of use and scnsirivity� of natural resource. Howevei; a
minii��um b' width is dcsirable.
• Cr�ek trail design and locarioi� should bc coordinared with Alameda Counry �lood Control (Zone 7),
California State Department of Fish and Wildlife, and EBRPD (as appropriate).
• Mai�itenance roads/paths along creek banks can frequenrly>serve as rrails. Zhe final design of rhe trail must
accominodare appropriarc mainrena�ICe.
• Wkiere possible, creelc trails should be located at top of bank. Becatase thes� areas arc flat, grading is kept
to a minimum and existing vegecation can be preserved. Erosion and banlc stabilization problems are also
rninirnized. Access to and from sereets and accESS by disabled persons is gcnerally easier wl�en the trail is
locaced at the top of bank.
• Wher� creek trails must be located on slopes, a bench will have to be cut into the slope ro provide a Hat
platform for rhe trail. The cuc shotild be minimized to preserve as much native vegetation as possible.
• Gcnerally, tkie trail should be located�s high above� the creck as possible. Ease of access to and from tkie street
and by disabled persons should be considered when locating a trail on a slope.
• Provid� rest areas and overloo(�s with educational signa�,e to enhai�ce enjoynlent� of creek area.
• Special wile�life habitat arcas sliould be prorected from access. �-�Iabitat restoration and creek revcgetation
shottld occur in dcgraded creek �ireas.
• Where e recks are d�epl}r incised, railing<>r fenci�ib may be necessary to prevenr access ro the creek.
Open Space Trail Design
Open space trails, at a rnini�num, may be narrow corridors tl�iat provide critical linkage to important facilities.
Howe��er, at l�est, oE�en space trail corriciors may incorporare manv hundreds of acres of significant open space
and provide �he public �vith u��ique o�portunities to enjoy the natucal environment between developed areas.
Frequently, �r�iils in open space areas follow old jeep roads or tire roads.
Tf�e ideal alignme��r will "fit�" rhe n-ail to the ground and will af�ord users the best views from the trail as well as
follow the topography of che land.
• Long, straight stretches should be avoided as well as excessive switch backs.
• Avoid areas with high soil erosion> high fire hazard or unstable slopes.
• Where possible, route rrails away from residences in order to mainrain privacy.
• Esr��blish trail cights-of-way that are wide enough t�>accommodare the designated uses. For single or doub(e-
usc trails that permit hiking and/or equestrian use, provide a miniinum right-of-way width of 20 feet.
Mulriple-tise rrails that perrnit lliking, equestrian and bicycle use, provide a minimum right-of-way widrh
of�0 to 4p feet.
Staging Area And Trail Head
A trail st�it;inz, area is besr locatrd ��n arteria( or co(lector roads in areas that are both convenicnc to the public and
rhat <�r� ca.�ilti� acces,sihle f��r maintenancc and operation p�u-poses.
• Wl���re possible, located awav hon� nc<trby residents.
• I'rovidc lighrs, gates and f�ncing, as well as fire hydrants arrd fire tri_tcic turnarot.�nds that address specific
needs of police aiid fire departments.
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• Identitv ane� utilize existing parking lots�>n sr(�io��ls and parl<Eacilities,whcrever possible, to avoic{duplication
c�f�sta�;in�; ta�ilitics.
A trail h�ad is smallcr, c�frcn consistir7b oE no�hinb more than a sign. Ir �nay also include a small rest area. Whether
staging area or rrail head, each sho�.�ld be improv�d ro include:
• Signs indicaring by color andlor graphics trail rypc; trail name (if appropriate); distance to distinetive feature
or n�aiL juncrion;
• Map (wher� a��propriate) showirlg overall system;
• Trash and recycling recepracle(s).
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Z11e plan pro�id�s direcrion for addressirig the long-rerm recreational needs oFcl�ie Ciry and its ehanging population
at bt�ild-��u� i� acc�>rdane� witli the (�;�n�ral Plan. �lhe plan emphasiz�s providing colnmunit}� Facilities ro meet tfie
program dcmands of the Dublin p�pulation.
B��sed on a pr��jecrcd service popul:acion of 7C>000 at builcl-out, a 380-aa-e park systein is required based on
providin�, � acres<�f parlclaud per 1,000 residents, which has been �he Ci�y srandard since che Master Plan was first
dcv�lop�d. As th� cxisrin�, parl�systcm (irlcluding decded, but undeveloped, parkland) consists of approximarely
278 acres (including five school parlc sires in the Primary Pla7lning Area), this plan calls for th� acquisition of an
addiric�nal l 02 acres c�f parkland. The total park acreage currently planned for che eastern and western growth areas
in �he General Plan, combined wi�h tlie existiirg park acreage anticipates a deficir of approximately I6 acres at
build-out of the City. Consequenrly it will be necessary ro pursue additional oppoctunities for parkland acquisition
as th� City ceaches its ultimate population. Since there is little undeveloped and entided la��d remaining in the
Ciry limits, the Ciry will need to consider alternative parkland dedication standards to meet the needs of existing
and future residents.
'�lliis plan, corrlbined with the Ciry's recenrly updated Pedesrriar� and Bicycle Master Plan, also provides for a
network of park trails, bikeways, staging �reas atld open space tha� will linlc rhe parks into a communiry-wide
system. 'Ihis system will serve to visually link rhe new eastern and westc�rn gro�vth areas into a visually unified ciry.
Since tl�e ad���tion ot the latest Park and 'Recreation Master Plan (updated in 200�), the costs to operate a�id
maintain parks and faciliries has increased si�ni6cantly. �Therefore the updared goals and policies in this Masrer
Plan update are foci_ised on balancing th� dernands wie�i the need to develop a fiscally-sustainable park syster�i.
�the C:irv will plan to meet the future parlcland needs usina rhe follo��ing srracegies:
• �11�e acqiiisirion and cic:��elopment�of commi_init��and neighborhood park faciliries in the yer-to-be-developed
portions ot�nc� Ciry;
• '�Ihe a�:c�uisirion �xnd developmc:nt of passive, un-programmed, nature parks as part of the communiry park
standacd; a��d
• The assumprion that rhe City of Dublin will urilize all available and appropriate school properry in eastern
Dublin (as has been d��ne in the primary planning area) to allow for park acquisitioil while minirnizi�ig
f�uture operation and maintenance costs.
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`Ih� gili�lin� principlcs ��n whicli I)ublin has built rrs Parlc and Kecrearion �Vlaster Plan are:
• Meecing com�nunitv-widc recr�ation rieeds;
• Meeting local ncighborhood recreation needs;
• I'rovidi�lg ope�i space areas which prorec� the existin� natural charactec of the�rea; and
• Esriblishin�, linkages (trails, streets, bik�ways) which unite the park systein into a cohesive whole.
E.ach of nc�se principles has been incorporated into an overall plan,with the Guiding Policies and Action Programs
outlined bclow:
GOAL1: Provide for a high-quality and diversified park system to meet the recreational needs and quality of
life goals of existing and future residents of Dublin.
Guiding Policies
1.1 Ensure a minimum standard of 5.0 acres of public park per 1,000 residents with tlle following ratios:
A. Establish a comm�init�� park srandard of 3.2 acres for every 1,OOQ residents. 711e �ommuniry park
standards shall be further divided as follows:
,Al. 2.8 acres tor Active Co«�muniry Parks on usablc aceeage that is l�vel land thar can be utilized for
ac tive farilities (i.�:. ball fields, builciings, cour�s, eu.).
AZ. 0.4 acres �or Naniral Commiinitv Parl:s.
13. Esrablish a Neighborhood 1'<Xrlc standard of 1.8 acre for c:v�cy I,000 residents. Ncigliborhood Parks
should be dispersed throughout tl�e comtnunity: Included in this standard are Neigl�borhood Squares
and I:)uwntown Plazas. �Ihe parlcs shoul�i be designed and sitc:d to providc a ncighborhood identiry and
social focus a�1d be on level land dlar can be urilized for active recreational facilities.
1.2 Use d�e following crireria when considering the suitabiliry of potential park sites:
• Accessibiliry of the sitc to rhe toral Dublin communiry. Avoid sites that are reinoved from multi-modal
circularion corridors;
• Proximiry to other p�iblic facilities such as schools;
• Relationship to rlatural features (creeks, Icnolls, o�en space). �X�hcre possible, parlc sites should be
selected to relate to natural features such as creeks or open space;
• Visual presence (visibility from major roadways).The park s5�stem is an integral part of the communiry's
image thus, the �iew of rccreation facilities f�rom roadways is critical not only to eticourage use but to
enhance the"lool<"oFrl��e City. Avoid crearing terraces w}lere possible, w��ich place the parksignificantly
above the road ��ncl provide only views of sreep slopes, and
• Selecr park sites where rhe confi�uration and slope will accominoda�� thc proposed facilities. Limit
sire developmenr coi�straints s�ich as stcep topu�;raphy for active communiry and neighborhood parks.
��herc° possible, .�void si�es that are suhject eo strong winds.
1.:3 C'rcarc a park sysrem in whicl� cac.l�� �7arl: satisfic:s the recrea�i<�n necds of a variety of user groups and a
ran;e c>f activ� and passiv� activitics. �
1.4 ln ordcr to insure p�rmanent availabilirv of facilities for the entire community, private recreation
faciliries rhar l�ave resrricted entry may nor be considered adequate subsrirutions for ptzblic parks. They
are an addicional amcniry thar arc available to ccrrain residents and/or uscr groups and are rccognized
as valuable features in rhe community:
I.5 Incorporare community input into che planning and design of'specific park facilities.
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1.G Ic�cnrih� sites f�r p�lrlclancl acquisition in order to pr�vide for the anricipated deficit of 1C+ acres.
Action Program
l a. Complere d1e dcvelopment of the 48+ acre Emerald Glen �Park adjacent to Tassajara Creek.
lb. Complete the development of the 60+ acre Fallon Sports Parlc to meet the communiry demand for
hig�h-qualiry compeurive sports fields.
1 c. D�velop the 30+ acre Dublin Crossing Comr�runity Parlc in accc�rdance with the new Parlc Master Plan.
l d. [denrify additional acreagc sourh of the existii�b planneci )ordan Ranch Commuiiity Park to help address
the anticipated park deficit.
1 e. Discourage development of parks of less t}ian 5 acres with rhe exception of the neighborhood squares
located in higher densiry areas and Do���ntown Plaza(s) located in the Downtown Dublin Specific Plan
area.
1 f, Seek ro preserve exisring a�id to acq�.tire additional sites of historical interest as identified in the Dublin
Hismric I�isrricr S�ccific:Plan anc� the Dublin Historic 1'arlc Master Plan (i.e. the Greep Store,Alamilla
Spring, and the Cottag� <�r Dublin Kennel).
]g. R�quire recycled watc:r use for landscapc irrigation in accordance with DSKSD's rccycled watEr policy
for parl: d<<�elopr�ient. ��ork with USRSD to conv�rt existing parks using potable water to recycled
���arer I'or irri�,ati�>n.
1 h. I)esign c<��mrrluniry faciliries ro encoura�,e eve»ing use. L,itnit night lig��iting oE ueighborllood parlcs to
Icv�l adcquatc tor securiry.
1 i. Ideiitity sites Eor new Natural Cornmunit�� Parl<s to alleviate the 16+ acre deficiency at build-out of the
G�neral I'lan.
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Linear parks with trails and un-pcogramr�ied uses are one of d1e Elstest growiilg segments of public park and
recreation activiry. I,inear parks are primarily for pedcstrian, equestrian and bicycle use and they can be local or
part of a rnore extetisive regional system. 11iey can serve as transportation alternarives for students traveling to and
from scl�ool, residents rravelitlg around town, and cotnmurers.
Linear parks and n-ails mav bc narrow ct�rridors dlat provide critical linl<age to i�nportant facilities. At bcsr,
however, trait corridors may incorporate many hundreds of acres of significanr open space and provide the public
�vith uniquc opporrui7irics to �°njoy rh� nattiral environinent berwcen developed areas. �'.I3RPD has developed a
rc�ioi�al rrail ��lan which includ�s �rail corridors within Dublin. Zhus, Dublin's trail system can be linked into the
ovcrall"�Ii-i�-Vallev nrtworl<.
GOAL 2: Create a continuous network af linear parks, paths, walks, and trails, thereby providing a
recreational resource of routes and linear open spaces enabling the public to travel by non-motorized modes
throughout the Dublin community.
Guiding Policies
2.1 De-emphasize reliance on the auton�obile for rransportation by encouraging the developi7lent oF off-
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street paths linking communitv amenities such as parks,schools, open space areas, nearby nei�hborhood
ame�lities ancl c>th�r dest�inations.
2.2 Idenrify desired trail alignments in advance of development and work to secure trail easements or
dedications, and develop trails in conjunction wirh developmenr.
23 Integrate crails with izatural landscape features such as creeks and ridgelines.
2.4 F;ncourage joint agencv cooperation in projects to promote and develop trails.
2.5 Designate trail right-of-ways thac are wide enough to accommodate the designated uses, rhat provide
a buf�er between rhe trail itself aizd adjacent development, and that allow for both emergency and
maintena�ice vehicles.Zcail rights-of-�vay can occupy the sa�ne easement as er�lergency and inaintenance
vehicle access and utility easements.
2.6 Designatc wider trail corridors wherever possible to include seilsitive resources, unique natural features
or vista points arid to E�rovide design flexibiliry.
2.7 Provide staging areas locared on arterial or collcctoc roads that are botl� convenient ro the public and
that ai-e easily accessiblc for inaintcrlanec and operation purposes.
2.8 Evaluare all utiliry rights-ot-way Eor trail cicvclopmcilc potential.
2.9 Whcrc po.ssiblc, providc links to rcgional trails proposcd in t11c EBIZPD and LARPD Regional Trail
Plans, tl��e Plcas�in�on Z��rail Plai� and the Dougherty Valley> San Rarnon Westside and Tassajara Valley
Plans.
Action Program
2�t. E�.ncourige rhe d�vclopment of a trail alorig Zassajara Creek by EBRPD.
26. F,ncourag� devclopmcnt of the EI�RPD Calaveras Kid�c �I'rail along the Calaveras Rid;e Trail near
Donlan Point.
2c. EncourabE rhe development of open space trail corridors in eastern Dublin as it develops.
2d. Consider che Altamont Landfill Open Space Fund for future site acquisition.
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17��e 1''arks and Recreation Master Plan goals otitlined in this doct.ulient, if diligently followed,, will provide the
residc:nts of ll�iblin with a sysrcn�i o1'quality parks and recr�atio�� facilities for years to come.
Implemenrarion of Fiinding sources will require extensive pre-plannin� ef��orts. ln addicion �o utilizing existing
funds tur park an�l �1<�yficl�� reno��at�uns, strate:gics Ear acquiring additi�nal capital an�� operational funds need to
be a��dresaed. �[ll�;�iccess in itn�,lementing this l'lan cle�>ends Iar�ely on adec3uare fundin�, nor only to acquire and
drvclop parl: l��nd, bur to ��nsure thar rhe revenue n�cd�d ro o��crate and maintain the facilirics is always available.
"I11c implemcnrarion �haprer of this Plan exa�nines the existing and po�enrial funding sources available to
acquire, dcvelop, operate and �i�ainrain recre�tional facilities. A successful implementation peogram wiLl rely on a
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coi�nbination of regularory mcciianisins, public and private fundin;sources and innovative and creative approaches
to accomplishin� parl<, recrcation and resourcc objcctives.
GOAL 3: Generate the necessary funds and utilize land dedication policies to insure irnplementation of
parks and facilities acquisition and development.
Guiding Policies
3.1 Emphasize the acquisition and development of facilities that scrve the communiry.
32 Continue to impleinent and update the Ciry's Subdivision Ordinance and Public Facilities Fee Program
with regard to the dcdicatiou of lands for park and recreation purposes to insure that it kceps pace with
lat7d costs in DubLin.
3,3 Explorc options to address park land acquisition, in-�proveinei�ts and operation expeilses beyond the
ininimu��l established b5� che Subdivision Map Act for pi�rlc dedication. Opporrtu�ities may exist during
nc� n�gotiatic7ns for Planned Unit Development rczoning, the Developmei�t Abrcement Process, and
review of tenrative maps for Gcneral Plan co�ISistency.
3.4 Conrinue to eYplore inter-agency agreements and joint-control agreements to iinplcment park
improvcments_
3.j t��.xplore �he varien� ot rech��iyues for providing parkland including dedication, acc�uisition with Park
l�acilities I�ec funds, eascmcnrs> and partnershi�s wirh orher �gencies.
3.G Consid�r developer-built parlcs
Action Program
3a. �ti9onitor the Public Facilities Fee 1'rogram to ensure thar su(�icient fees are eollecced for acquisition and
dcvElopmcnt oE packs and facilities.
36. Conrinuc to actively pursue State and Fedcral grants to develop park facilitics.
3c. Continue to implEment park faciliry improvemei7�s as funding is availablc.
3d. Pursue opportunities to jointly develop recreation amenities with the Federal C�overninent on Ca�np
Parlcs land.
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"l�ie CicS� o{�� Dublin �vill continue to face: the challenge of ineetin� increased demands for parks, facilities and
servi�es «irh disE�roportionatclv Icss available funds, l.imited resources, includirlg eneegy and water supplies and
their a�socia�ecl costs cornpouncis di� dilemma. I�9aintenance is integrxl with plannin� in the development of
c;om�t�iinir}' recceatic�n facilities of all l�vels and uses. �The Ciry's challenge will be to provide direction, services
arld managcmenr for rhe existirz�, parks and Eacilities while planning accuracely for the rccreational needs of an
expaiiditig cominunity. �Ihis �vill require developirig an eEficient system of operations and mairitenance which
capitalizes o�1 cc�st e(Fec:tive, resource conservative methods.
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llcvelopmcnr of suHicient f�in�3ing and staf�in�; for operations and mainrenance is critical ro rhe success and
lo�lgeviry of the C:ir� of Dublirl's parlcs and Eacilities.
GOAL 4: Provide planning for asset allocation,services management and funding for the existing parks and
facilities while developing a thorough list of the recreational needs of the Dublin community.
Guiding Policies
4.1 Continue to develop an ef�icient operations and maintenance schedule ro reduce cosrs b��impleme�lting
prcvenrative maintenancc procedures and contracting specialry services through a competirive bidding
process.
Action Programs
4a. Explore and identifv new fundin�,sources for n�iaintenance and operarions of�roposed facilities.
41��. Work �virh properr�� owners oE rhe remaining undeve(oped parcels wirh parklanc� identified in rhe
Ge�eral I'lan ro crcate landscapc districts to fund futurc operations and rnaintenance.
4c. Contin�ie joint use agreement bet�vie�i the C;ity of Dublin aild Dublin Unified Scl2ool District.
4d. U�ilizc, whcr� appropriatc, org�nizatio�ls suc}i as California Conscrvarion Corps and neighborhoocl
grot.ips ro au�m�nt full-tirne maintenance personnel.
4c. E,valu��t�warer management practices. Conc�uct water auditing evaluatioris at each park aud recreational
facility and encourage water conservation in irrigatirlg and landscape design.
4�f. Provide adeqtlare s�orage at all facilities ro promoce efficient operations and mainrenance.
4g. Explore joint agi-eemenrs with pubLie a�,encies to cornbine reso�irces in maintaining public facilities.
4h. Utilize recycled water to irrigare parks whcre available. Uesi�n park systems, plant palares and soil
composition to respond we;ll to the use of recycled irrigation watcr.
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'llie goals, guiclirlg policic�s and acrio�l E�rograins establisfied in rhis Masrer Plan represenr an ambitious plan. �Ihe
plari, }iow���er, reHects rhe elc sir�of the resi�ients c�f�Uublin to ha��r.incl rnaintain higli qualiry parks and recreation
facilitie�s. �Ihis desire for qualitti� attracrs people ro live and work in Dublin, anc� provides a drive to enhance and
prescrvc rhat essenec as the communin� grows.
"Illc goxl �f rl7is chaptcr of rlle Masrer Plan is to idcnrify itnplementarion priorities and itinding mechanisms alon�
with the key points related to the cost of development and operations.11ie successful implementation of the Master
P1at1 is contingcnc u�on acquisition of land as well as fuiiding for development, operatious, and nlaintenance of
the new facilities. Au aggressive campaign combining sources oF funding will be required to maximize fuizds to
fulfill d1e objectives c�f the Plan.
7he challenge for the City will be to continue to use available regtilatory tools and ro develop ne�v and creative
methods for financing the planned facilities. "��I�lie experience of other communities shows rhat a combination of
rc�ulatory, public and private funding is likcly to bc thc most succcssful approach. "lhe Mast�r Plan ac{dresscs
park and faciliry i�eeds throubh build-out of the City. Financing strategics, lil�e the Master Plan, should remain
Hexible ro respond to tlie changin�; staturc�ry reqliiremeiits and o���orrunities rhar will impact sources of funding
over tim�. This sh��uld nor, ho�vever> limit plannin�and developmenr of stracegies ro finance rhese public projecrs.
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Fuilds fr��n1 a variery of sources, indudi�lg the City's Gelleral Fund, Grant Funds, and T'ublic Faciliry Impact Fee
Funds have heen alloc�teci for capital irnprovemenrs for vari��us park and recreation facility upgrades, renovations
and dcveLopi�lc nts through the 2014 - 2019 Capital Irnprovemcut Pcogr�m. In addition, diere are parks projects
totalin�appcoxinlately $102 million dollars for which funding is not cucrently available.
When considcring tlle funding responsibilities for parkland acquisition, development and maintenance, a number
01��funding opportunities are available to the City of Dublin. "�Ihere also exists a nurnber oC regulatory mechanisms
t11ar should be considered in the City's long range implementatiois pl�ns.�[11e inajor funding sot�rces and regulatory
mechanisms iuclude:
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• l,and Dedication
• G�ncral Fund
• ln-Licu Fccs
• Uscr Fees
• Gr�lnts
• Cooperarive Agreeinents
• Bond and Tax Measures
• Donations and Transfer of Ownership
• Individuals, Business or Non-Profit Foundations
• Innovative Land Acquisition and Development
• l,andsca�pc and Lighti�lg Disrricr
• Spccial Assrssm�nt Districrs
• lvlello Roos Dist�ricts
• ()pcn 5pa�c and C;c�nscrvation E;asctnents
• �l�cansfcr ot 1)cveloEimcnt I�ights
• Rcsti�ictiv� C�:ovenanrs
• Pcrl�ort�lanc� and Sp�°ciality Ioning
• Platlncd Unit Devclopme�7t
Eac}Y type o( tinancing seruc�ure has its own advantages and disadvantages rel<�rive t�o the specific rype of project
and available resources. ln the past, the Ciry has either utilized, or considcced, many of the above sources. At the
time funding is identified, consideration shotild bc given to financin� projects by using a combinarion of various
statures and financing structures. Pinancing methods requiriug vorer approval must be planned far in advance to
ensure sufficient time to mount a public information and voter campaign for successful passage of funding options.
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Construction Costs
'11�e�actual rost ro consn�tzct the faciliries identified in the Master Plan will be contingent upon a nurnber of factors.
Anu�nb thcs<° acc:
Site Conditions: Unril �� final sire is selecred, rhe actual c�osr to develop the site will not be lcnown.
Design Criteria and Speeialized Materials: �he facilities developmenr plan calls for the construction of quality
parlcs and buildings. Experience has shown that rhe invesrmcnt in high qualiry materials and sysrems has significant
litecycle cost benefit. By usiiig rnarerials :ind systen�s rhar extend serviceabiliry and reduce maintenance over the
life of a faciliry, the result can be significant savings in maintenanc� costs.
Land Acquisition: �Ihe cost oE land acqtiisirion musr be c.onsidered when deterr�iining the overall developinent
cost. �l�hc cost mav vary according to location and w�ienc�r it is for a comn7uniry or neighbor}iood park.
Furnishings and Equipment: �Ihe total project cost �vill be iinpacted by the actual furnishings arid equipment
selected. Again, liFecycle considerations will be an important criteria in making rhe final selections.
Date of Construction:"Ihe actu3l date of constrliction of the parks arid comrnunity facilities will have a significanr
impact on project costs.
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Operating Costs
Tlie cost for rnaintaining both parl: land and community buildings represents a signilicant on-going linancial
commirinent. '�Ihe pl.�blic's demand for these facilities (eads to intensive use which in turn, impacts maintenance
costs. Many factors will influence oper��ting costs, including proge�ms, environmental conditions, hours of use,
utility costs, and source of labor, to name a few. A business plan shc�uld be developed for each capital project to
ider7tif'}� the ongoing subsidy to the Ciry and total estiinated cost over the esrimated life of the asset.
Potential Revenue
Man}� farrors �vill influence the actual amount of re��enue generated by the facilit'tes. Included among these factors
�zre che number of fee based programs and services of�ered, pricing, marketing efforts, cost recovery objectives,
prioritization of use and rate of communiry growth.
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Fibur� 1 � Ftc�io�lal Locati�n MaE� . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Figure 2 � Popul��tion Structurc Comparison (Ciry of Dublin) , . , . . . . . . . . . � . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
��'igure 3 � I�,xisting�:u1d Futui-e Parks, Facilities, and Open Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Figurc 4 � Existiug and Futurc Schools and Public Lands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
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Tablel � ParkSt�andards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
.l��ablc 2 I Outduor Sports Ficld/Court 5tandards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . �
"l�able 3 � Faciliry� Scandards 1'er Capita . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
'I�able 4 � Exiseing Communiry }�acilities lnvcntory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1)
"I'ablc 5 � EYisting Parlcland Inventory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
7able 6 I Park Amenities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
'Iablc 7 � Future Pacl:s and Open Space Itiventory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Tablc 8 ( Park Facility Distribution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
TabIF ) � Bridging rhe Gap — Identifying Futtirc Potetitial Acquisitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
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