Introduction: On this agenda is the Albany Hill Access & Trail Update, 2 Street Tree Removal Applications (1225 Marin & 1028 Peralta), discussion about how to move forward with investigating possible need and locations for a dog park, accepted tree list, Measure R project ideas and Work Plan task prioritization.
3. PUBLIC COMMENT
For persons desiring to address the Commission/Committee/Board on an item that is not on the agenda please note that each speaker is limited to three (3) minutes. The Brown Act limits the Committee’s ability to take and/or dis-cuss items that are not on the agenda; therefore, such items are normally referred to staff for comment or to a fu-ture agenda.
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS/UPDATES:
4-1: Play Like a Girl Event: Sunday, May 20, 2018 (10 am-1 pm), Memorial Park
5. PUBLIC HEARING/PRESENTATIONS:
5-1: Albany Hill Access & Trails Project Update
Robert Gonzales, City of Albany Capital Project Manager, will update the Commission on the status of the project.
Information Only
Attachments: Trail Map & Concept Sketches
5-2: Street Tree Removal Application for one (1) Camphor tree at 1028 Peralta Avenue
Recommended Action: That the Commission approve the street tree removal application.
Attachments: Urban Forester Report
5-3: Street Tree Removal Application for one (1) Camphor tree at 1225 Marin Avenue
Recommended Action: That the Commission approve the street tree removal application.
Attachments: Urban Forester Report
6. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS ON MATTERS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:
6-1: Discuss process for researching possible options for a Dog Park in Albany
The Commission will discuss how it would like to move forward with discussing the need for a dog park, iden-tifying possible options for a dog park including examining all alternatives and preparing a recommendation including a pro/con analysis for possible locations. Commission will discuss public outreach strategy and timeline for sub-committee meetings.
Recommended Action: That the Commission create a sub-committee to work with stakeholders and engage residents in the discussions about the need for a dog park and identify potential locations and prepare a rec-ommendation with pro/con analysis.
6-2: City Tree Information
John Hawkridge, City of Albany Urban Forester will present information and lead a discussion with the Commission on various tree related topics.
Discussion Only
6-3: Accepted Street Tree Planting List
Recommended Action: That the Commission discuss revisions and approve the Accepted Street Tree Pant-ing List. (If approved by Commission, item will move to Council)
Attachments: Staff Report
6-5: Discuss Potential Measure R Funded Projects for the Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
The Commission to consider potential Measure R Recreation Playfield projects.
Recommended Action: That the Commission review potential projects and provide feedback and direction to Staff.
Attachments: 2018 Chart, 2015 Chart, National Fitness Campaign
6-6: Review 2017-2019 Workplan
Commission will discuss prioritization of remaining tasks on the Workplan.
Attachments: 2017-2019 Workplan
7. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS:
Commissioners announce requests for future agenda items. No public comment will be taken on announcement of future agenda items.
Next Meeting: Thursday, June 14, 2018 7:00 pm, City Hall Council Chambers, 1000 San Pablo Ave. Please Note: There are no public meetings in August.
8. ADJOURNMENT:
NOTE: The Commission/Committee/Board packet is available for public inspection at the Albany Community Center, Senior Center, and City Hall. The agenda and supporting staff reports, if available, can be found on our web page at www.albanyca.org. If you provide your name and address when speaking before the Commission/Committee/Board it will become part of the official public record, which will be posted on the Internet.
