pages: CityCouncil/2010-01-26.pdf, 14
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CityCouncil | 2010-01-26 | 14 | use. Mayor Johnson stated the City's sports programs jointly use many School District facilities, such as the gyms. The Park and Recreation Director stated non-profits also use School District facilities. Councilmember Matarrese stated a joint use agreement would provide an opportunity to make an improvement; Richmond High School has artificial turf. Mayor Johnson stated that she attended an Alameda/Encinal football game and the field was extremely muddy. Councilmember Gilmore inquired whether the City has a joint use agreement for Ruby Bridges, to which the Park and Recreation Director responded in the affirmative. Mayor Johnson stated a more comprehensive joint venture for athletic facilities has been discussed along with joint maintenance; a meeting is needed with Nino Borsoni (Alameda Soccer Club); a higher level of maintenance is needed; athletic facilities maintenance differs from the other parks. Councilmember Gilmore inquired how much time staff would need and what would be put aside if Council votes to give the Interim City Manager direction to research the issue. The Park and Recreation Director responded not much time would be needed for the research; stated figuring out financing might take some time. The Interim City Manager stated a lot of things have been done with the School District on a handshake; a huge clean up is being done; artificial turf can be used in the rain and could cover its own maintenance costs. Mayor Johnson stated the City needs to make up for what it does not have; other cities have beautiful athletic facilities. Vice Mayor deHaan inquired what would be the cost of an all weather field. The Park and Recreation Director responded the cost depends upon infrastructure but could be approximately $1 million. Vice Mayor deHaan stated the lifespan is a concerning factor; the Interim City Manager is on the right track; understanding which fields have joint use agreements is important. The Park and Recreation Director stated centralized scheduling would become more Special Joint Meeting Alameda City Council, Alameda Reuse and Redevelopment Authority and 14 Community Improvement Commission January 26, 2010 | CityCouncil/2010-01-26.pdf |