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TR-2013-46 CPA FUNDS FOR DOG PARK MASTER PLAN -D,on Pxtt, barbara bard From: Leslie Mayer <blmayer@msn.com> Sent: Sunday, October 20, 2013 10:29 PM To: Barbara bard Subject: Experience with off-leash recreation Dear Agawam City Council Members, Arlington is a densely populated town of over 42,000 with limited open space in the Boston/Cambridge area. For many years, our town has struggled with the challenge of off-leash dogs in our public parks. Many of our residents consider exercising and playing with family pets off-leash to be an enjoyable recreational activity, While many others consider the sight of an off-leash dog in a public park unwelcome, intrusive and to some frightening. It was a hotly debated and divisive issue for our community. We have taken a two pronged approach to resolve the conflict. By-laws were changed to allow supervised and controlled dogs off-leash in the morning hours from 6-9am at a limited number of parks and to create fenced off-leash areas in locations designated by the Park and Recreation Commission. As a member of the Commission who worked with the Stanton Foundation to establish our first fenced off-leash recreation area, I wanted to share with you some thoughts on our experience. First, let me just say that working with the Stanton Foundation was a pleasure, They have done this before, and they know what they're doing. They are easy to deal with and have kept all commitments made. Design recommendations related to surfacing, lighting and water help to ensure that the area is safe, clean and easy to maintain. They want long-term success for the off-leash recreation areas that they help fund. In anticipation of writing this note, I visited our off-leash area over the weekend. Our OLRA is located adjacent to playing fields and the Minuteman Bikeway- very active recreation sites, it has been open for 18 months, and in that time has received a lot of use. Physically, it remains clean and comfortable. It has trees to provide shade and benches for people to sit on (and for the dogs to play on and around)..There was no dog waste or other litter on the ground, and because the stones are irrigated and watered daily, there were no unpleasant smells, mud or dirt, I spent a couple of hours there enjoying a lovely fall day, and what struck me the most was that this was a space being enjoyed by many ages and types of people - families, young couples, single men and women and some older folks. There were 15-20 dogs there at any one time, and the atmosphere was one of joy. The dogs were running and playing, wrestling in small groups, chasing balls, climbing on agility elements, greeting people, There was no fighting, no aggression and not a lot of barking. The dogs didn't care that just on the other side of the fence there were several soccer games being played and people riding and walking along the bikepath. They were having fun in their own part of the park. And the people-some were off on their own, but most were in small groups talking and playing with the dogs. There was no conflict. The people there were enjoying the company of off-leash dogs (one young teen came in with a big smile on his face saying, "I just have to get my fix of dogs here- I love them.") Strangers were talking to one another, asking about each others pets, commenting on their looks and antics, pointing out where a ball went or when a dog did its 'business', There was a real sense of community. Now,that's not to say that an area that sees anywhere from 60-100 dogs per day doesn't have its problems. We have a set of rules to help guide appropriate behavior at the OLRA, have posted signs and created a warning letter that is sent to rules violators. Our recreation director has received an occasional complaint about a dog or inadequately supervised child, but in the 18 months that the OLRA has been open, we have issued only two warning letters - both to the same dog (one for aggressive behavior; one for being unlicensed). Our OLRA has had minimal problems and many compliments- including being named by Boston Magazine as a "Best of Boston" in the dog park category. Finally, let me finish by giving credit to the members of our community who have formed advocacy and "Friends" groups. They help keep the area clean, organize fundraising and education programs, and are the "eyes and ears" for what's working and what needs adjustment, They are a key component in the success of our OLRA. To summarize- our overall experience with our OLRA and working with the Stanton Foundation has been very positive. Our off-leash area is a valued community asset that has helped to quell the contentious off-leash debate. We have talked about adding another one in the future - as funding and priorities allow. I wish you much luck with your decision and, if you decide*to go forward,with your project. if you have questions, I would be happy to try to answer them. Sincerely, Leslie Mayer Arlington Park and Recreation Commission, Chair 2 TR-2013-46 A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FROM THE COMMUNITY PRESERVATION FUND AND AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF COMMUNITY PRESERVATION FUNDS FOR THE CREATION OF A ISO+ PARK AS A RECREATIONAL USE AT SHEA FIELD Sponsored by Community Preservation Committee Whereas, voters of Agawam chose to form a Community Preservation Committee (CPA,),- and Whereas,pursuant to Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44B, Section 5(2) allows the CPA Committee to make recommendations to the legislative body; and Whereas,pursuant to Massachusetts General Law Chapter 448, Section 5(3)(d) states that the legislative body shall then take such action and approve such appropriations for the CPA. Committee; and Whereas, one of the CPA committee's functions is related to providing recreation benefits to the Town and its residents, and Whereas,the Stanton Foundation has provided a grant of two hundred forty five thousand two hundred nine dollars and no cents($ 45,209.0 )for the creation of a dog parr for the Town of Agawam;to be located at Shea Field;and Whereas,the Agawam Dog Owner's group has contributed tern thousand dollars and no cents ( 10,000.0 ) towards the construction costs; Whereas,the Office of Planning and Community Development and the Parkas and Recreation Department have requested the CPA.to provide the final fourteen thousand one hundred forty five dollars and no cents($14,145.0 ) and Whereas,there is strong community support for such use of funds from elected officials, department heads, and residents of Agawam; and , Whereas,The Community Preservation Committee has recommended appropriation and expenditure in the amount of fourteen thousand one hundred forty five dollars and no cents ($14,145.00) from CPA undesignated fund balance;and Whereas,it is the best interest of the public and the Town,of Agawam to appropriate from the community preservation fund and authorize the expenditure of community preservation funds for the creation of a dog park at Shea Field. NOW,THEREFORE,THE AGAWAM CITY COUNCIL hereby resolves, appropriates and authorizes the expenditure of Community Preservation Funds in the amount of fourteen thousand one hundred forty five dollars and no cents($14,145 t1) from CPA undesignated fund balance for the creation of a dog parr at Shea Field on the condition that the flown receives the full grant of two hundred forty five thousand two hundred nine dollars and no cents ($245,20 ,00) from the Stanton Foundation: uk 1 VC- A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING'FROM THE COMMUNITY � � � PRESERVATION FUND AND AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF � COMMUNITY PRESERVATION FUNDS FOR THE CREATION OF A DOG' 41, iz PARK AS A RECREATIONAL USE AT SHEA FIELD _ av,kw Sponsored by Community Preservation Committee Whereas,voters of Agawam to form a Community Preservation Committee(CPA); and Whereas,pursuant to Massachusetts General Law Chapter 4413, Section 5(2) allows the CPA Committee to make recommendations to the legislative body; and' , Whereas, to Massachusetts Gene ral er l Law Chapter 448, Section 5(3)(d)'" states that the legislative body shall then take such action and approve such appropriations for the CPA Committee; and Whereas,one of the CPA committee's functions is related to providing recreation benefits to the Town and its residents; and Whereas,the Stanton Foundation has provided a grant:of two hundred forty five thousand two hundred nine dollars and no cents($ 4 , 49.00)for the creation of a log park for the Town of Agawam'to be located at Shea Field; and Whereas,the Agawam Dog Owner's group has contributed ten thousand dollars and no cents ($10,000.0 )towards the construction costs;; Whereas, the Office ofPlanning and Community Development and the Parks and Recreation Department have requested the CPA to provide the final fourteen thousand one:hundred forty five dollars and no cents ($14,145.00); and Whereas,there is strong community support for such use of funds from elected officials, department heads, and residents of Agawam; and Whereas,;The Community Preservation Committee has recoduaacnde appropriation and expenditure in the amount of fourteen thousand one hundred forty five dollars and no cents ($14,145.00) from CPA undesignated fund balance; and Whereas, it is the best interest of the public and the Town of Agawam to appropriate from the community preservation fund and authorize the expenditure of community preservation funds for the creation of a.dog park at.Shea Field.. NOW,THEREFORE,THE AGAWAM CITY jCOUNCIL hereby resolves, appropriates and authorizes the expenditure of Community Preservation Funds in the aunt of fourteen thousand one hundred forty five dollars and no cents ($14,145.00) from CPA undesignated fund balance for the creation of a dog,park at Shea Field on the condition that the Town receives the full grant of two hundred forty five thousand two hundred nine dollars and no cents ($ 45, 09.00) from the Stanton Foundation. ° � . . THE AGAWAM TOWN COUNCIL hereby ftirther resolves to accept the Stanton Foundation Grant in the amount of two hundred forty five thousand two hundred nine dollars_and�__ cents`-- .-,___'__) for the creation--_dog park_-_Shea=_Field.THE AGAWAM TOWN COUNCIL hereby fiother resolves that the Mayor is . � authorized to expend said funds, as permitted by law,and to do all things necessary for the purposes so stated. Dated this. day of ' 2013, ` ^ ` ORDER OF THE AGAWAM CITY COUNCIL Christopher C. J son, President 7AVED TOO FOR�M AND LEGALITY Vincent 177'�tWicia, City Solicitor CERTIFIED AS TO APPROPRIATION � - � � ^ , 2 ^ MAYORAL ACTION Received this — day of O 2013 from Council Clerk. Signed by Council President this day of DO-ebA2013, APPROVAL OF LEGISLATION By the powers vested in me pursuant to Article 3, Section 3-6 of the Agawam C arter, as amended, ereby approve the passage of the above legislation on this ay of 2013. Richard A. Cohen, Mayor DISAPPROVAL OF LEGISLATION By the powers vested in me pursuant to Article 3 Section 3-6 of the Agawam Charter,as amended, I hereby veto the passage of the above legislation on this day of 2013 for the following reason(s):` Richard A. Cohen,Mayor RETURN OF LEGISLATION TO COUNCIL CLERK Returned to Council Clerk this day of 2013. w f� THE AGAWAM TOWN COUNCIL hereby further resolves to accept the Stanton Foundation Grant in the amount of two hundred forty five thousand two hundred nine dollars and no cents ($245,209.00)for the creation of a dog park at Shea Field. THE AGAWAM TOWN COUNCIL hereby further resolves that the Mayor is authorized to expend said funds, as permitted by law, and to do all things necessary for the purposes so stated: Dated this day of-_ — , 2013. PER ORDER OF THE AGAWAM CITY COUNCIL Christopher C. Johnson, President, 7AVED TO FORM AND LEGALITY e Vincent F. ` cia, City Solicitor' CERTIFIED AS TO APPROPRIATION Cheryl St. 6hn, Auditor' 2 emu.e l Y tit --- m n* u r aw r NT Application Agawam IlIg "I (x . n .n ' Da`ve ��o p n t i c t Agawattii Parks aind Rttcc atioin De ` uguist 2013 DO(',;P-1 RK 0 v , 14', 2013 ILI Immed in the asub"emem pr6on of the We or,,,, dh�, 1,,� orm "C 't" CC , LIJ 10 r(iCt, Whin a Awt disiii,11 num, nyoj, troir N'letTOIN),litan are;js, i n C I ud i Hard"'ort.1 which is ont 25 �o the sounh, A, a ,,, wzlurn is only niimrtes a�vay fironl dmumown SMingfield and its Muded V the SpHngAchhHQW4jju4ws, NaMad Mwpoiiuin Stat imic.-i] Aweot (SNISAL As �-k, Tlt�T�,11 W111MIUSY h' Ac SNARk. Agawmi h,is shared in khe gromh experknced b�. the area and its smfle, ic Icication � �,i C 6 �11 rok,,, in iv, �,,ontinktirkg ,,,n-ons"1h. 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'.i t c,'a`m h:t n, u.n fib; xti,'i �-k tr" Agawam . N.. co ice .. . .. v.. r�Pin,ten a7,c...ar 1 " Is,<a S Nome ..� 'ate y.} . .,. � one: n�1 r y V t L Ty' y disease .d. IN a^w Park mg r a dog park in a g rd ,. Yes �E No Answer -, 32 47 4. s 4T r ,Y{ped Appropriate s cal funds r s�� w C3 Yes £ M o i 11, Cl N o Answer t "k m� Newspaper articles Regarding Dog Par :2 LOCAL MW The Republican,Tuesday, March 12, 201 -V P"I"k D"4� fo CtILIJL us y SANDRA E.CC3NSTANTINE Initial estimates of the cost plans, Designs show a two- ey so far from selling its cal. There are also plaits for a ees will be given;free ADO scahstanline repub,com of establishing a dog park ran phase project` with the first endar,which features a canine second trip to the Bronx Zoo paw magnets. from $20, 00 to $50,00 r, with phase taking up about two of the month;running a trip to.June 2. Tickets are priced at Proponents of a dog pat AG,+WAM - The Agawam most of the expense being for acres on the western side of the Bronx Zoo;and holding a $55 for adults, $45 for chip have argued it would give c: rag`Owners Group has raised fencing. the proposed canine park site. photography contest for dogs' dren 3 through 13 and $ 5 nines a sane place to play at: ore than$5,400 over the past City officials have agreed to The first phase calls for a whose owners would like for children younger than 3. roam in a community the ar toward creating a dog let ADOG establish a dog park dog playground', a shelter, an there to appear in the cal-- For tickets, call Sanchez or has a leash law. nk and is doggedly pursuing in the northwestern corner of information kiosk, a double- endar. Annmarie Lornonaed at (413) ADGG leaders ha% goal of getting at least the Shea Field property. gated entry, a "doggie"drink- There are still some 2013 786-2556. pledged to develop and rnai 0,000 for the vent ore. That site abuts Robinson ing fountain and a dog waste calendars left.They are priced "We are continuing to tain the park. Sanchez sa "Twenty thousand dollars State Park and is accessible station.The second phase con- at $15 and may be purchased move forward and look for there may be the possibili` :mild be a goad foundation to from Armory Drive: sists of about 3.5 acres and through ADOG's website at: volunteers,"Sanchez said; of getting a grant from tt art from," Debbi Sanchez, Berkshire Design Group would include a water 'foun- agawamdogpark.com or by The group meets on March cit 's Community Presery :e chairwoman of ADOG, Inc. of Northampton has do- tain and gate to the east. calling Sanchez at (413) 20 at 7.15 part. at the Aga- tion Act money for the prc id. hated its services to draw up The group has raised-mean- 374-4684. warn Public-Library. Attend- ect. S 100ir MOML s 11L 0. k, -ti r DO a,.ri,,,.,. ve 9 P Y, 4 resu'Its' By Jennifer Wroblewski once a week; whrle: � percent "aril they taff Writer would,visit at,l t , �tirnes a week:Thirt. AGAWAM—If a recentsurvey conduct that maintenanceawas t ie�gre ans ied.t . test Conttern; ed in town is any indicadon,'a majority of followed by 15 percent who were worried residents who provided feedback for town about animal vaccinador and disease: officials said they could benefit from an off- "T1 he issue of,vaccinations,and disease leash dog park in Agawam. can be easily addressed iay_requ•;~ring an an According to the survey compiled by the ntt�l lterrrsit';tet"use•the facility. Evidence of Agawam Office of Planning and Cont`tnunity inemmiitiiztttions"iasaisld be red�uircd prior to Development,which a total of 338 residents the issuance of the`permit;" said Del oralt completed, roughly 67 percenCof respon-' pach6s,,:director of Agawarh,Planning an - dents said that Agawam would benefit from Corlimunity l�eveloprrten� ;bogApark users,. an area where dogs could safely play,off of a would be:required to,.have-t}i pd' t with leash.Twenty-eight nt disagreed. them herd they use-the facil'ity." , The survey was hosted on the town of T`hougli,thatwas an idea presented to nd- Agawam's website for two months. Copies dress`.the issue of vaccination, Dachos dlidt were als6 made available to residents at the say that nothing has been determined yet;. semor ,center,public library and town hall.It Those dletailsistill.need to be ironed out,she was prepared in response to efforts of Aga. said. watt, Dog Owners Group.(A DOG),), which Twenty-eight percent said that they had no- has been actively promoting the creation of a cone pns about the tJqg park,. ' ` dog park in town-for the.last year, ,After vis ang each,piece:ttf`town'-awned Since the park would most likely be lcr- kand tlre'p fern Skid: of=the.dog part: is sated on town-owned land, Mayor Richard Shea Nlyreld.hear` theyAj�;r 3fat�;Park. A. Cohen asked the planning departrnent to Theretts'art area adjacent to Rdibutson State conduct the survey to measure public sup arkcy p that can be fenced anctW akso 'd4tintain port for such a facility.. sorrie*)arge mature trees for shade.`` "I'm pleased with the response to the Sur erT tit' lnt.Group rs umndy pre- r, vey;`"said Cohen."Approximately two-thirds �doj-pant: of those responding think that a dog park is np'Cohett aid a good idea." �, It tins n �<3 1 anal is do a'densely Cohen said the goal is co-operate a facia- pgpulbkd part of f6WrfiA19qfErViW.T6sidents ity that is entirely privately,funded'and that will,be able to-wa9k to the fa`atlity" a a large number of ADOG membcrs would .�-,.l�or,inoreinf6rirradon about,iho,,propo4ed i take on the maintenance for and policing`of p ark_6ontici,the of a of planning andncom the park. triunity dleveldpptnent at 726 p738 or,email 'It's a win for those who are not foriu -plar►ri,i4g ag waart tt.0 - - can ,be nate enough to have a fenced area for their reached via email at ssct ill@6comcast_ne't. dogs, a win for those who want their.dogs to socialize with other dogs and a win for the town to have such a dedicated group of i supporters who are willing to pay for and to maintain-the park;'Cohen said. Of the residents taking the survey,28 per- cent said they would visit the park at least; The questionnaire is also gear ed toward gleaning other.. f formation such as how muttda , People might be willing,ta nate to create such a facahty `• .CanineMayor Richard A. Coheq who is a dog owner, said Wednesday the city is in°Aa;. support of developingpar a do ,n park. r "They are c.-omm;24. %:; throughout the country,_ Vie° .said."They are very popular".=ink. the South and West." ti s The nearest one to Ag avw6b]` eyed is in Granby,Conn.,and, are`also some in the easf - part of the state, accordi"g,"o' Cohen. , The mayor said he is eslae ciaUy pleased that city reel-, at Shea dent Scott F. Milliken lid. stepped forward to`l°,re'fp tls-, project and raise money Q-.'k Agawam is SurveyiIit� through his Agaw lfo ' C vraers Clula. Milliken " residents about his group is selling 201 caAl endars featuring photographs establishing a park for of local dogs and plans toraibe, tarilne enough money to fund.-the project. "We are not just looktngl®r" By SANDRA E.CONSTANTINE a handout,"Milliken said ' sconstantine repub.com Planning and Community- Development Director Deboo AGAWAM - Canines may raft S.Dachos said the cow of, ,get a glace to cavort and roam establishing a dog; park vaiy' freely if the city is successful tremendously with about in developing a privately $ 0.000 being a ball a k:'ekii funded dog park at Shea Field, mate. To that end, the Office of The main expense is putting Planning and Community De- up fencing,and the cityAWould velopent is conducting a sur- also have to provide a source vey of residents to determine of water for the als,'T?a- what they would like in a park. chos said. P.et owners vV6iild be responsible for cle g lap after their dogs. !It is for people who want° ' their dogs to soci other dogs or maybe for pelt- who live in apartments:afid` I*Clnl IJ06�ne :.�nlaae Pro a Park .. ; Continued from Page C1 approximately $5 acres and has about eight acres of unde- dtan't have a fenced-in yard.It veloped. land that include is a place for dogs to run'free some thinned woods', Tog ly,"Dachossaid. parks generally take u an The city has a leash law re- acre or more,Machos said quiririgthat dogs not be allow- Copies of the survey are e66roam, available at the Agawam Pub. AAlthough some residents lic library at 750 Cooper St: have suggested School Street and the Agawam Senior Oen- Park as a passible location, ter at 954 Main St. They may l achos said offidialls have also be filled out at online at ruled it out in favor of Sheawww agave arnaus. Field beoause ;that site has People who do not have mote access to the Internet may Open space and is can- trolly located. contact the Planning and Shea Of- Field i located off Community,Development Of- Maynard Street behind Robin. tics o (ve 7copy s ,' to 47 Ls�b � L) �cm son Park„School near robin- S . have a copy seat m ! ' ' `' them. The deadline for care- i ff NA UAL THURS AY , F .i$ UA 1. 6 ,W2012 SECTION C lh P"I" A"ICA ,zXgawaam like dog CUL k, dk."� Westfield is also considering developing a park for munity Development. Of those responding,31 per- survey respondents stated ,mother 28 percent disc- cent listed maintenance as they have no concerns about residents to.exerdse their dogs. greed.The survey was done in their greatest concern and 15 havingadogpark. response to recent efforts of percent worried about animal 17he city is eyeing a small By SANDRA E. CONSTANTINE Owners Group has agreed to the Agawam Dog Owners vaccinations and diseases. section of its 35-acre Shea sconsta tinef repub,corn fund the park and provide the Group to promote creating a Deborah S, achos, direr.- Field property as a possible st�pei vision, dog park in the community. for of Planning and Cotnmuni- site. Shea Fuld is located off AGAWAN11 -- The city is The mayor also pointed out The mayor called for the ty Development, said health Maynard Street behind Robin- moving forward with plans for that other communities.West- study to measure public sup- issues could be easily ad- scan Park School near Robin - a dog park because a majority field among them, are consid- port for a dog park as it would dressed by rewiring an arms- son State bark.. log parks; of residents surveyed favor eringdogparks- most likely be established on al permit to use the dog park generally take up an acre or developing such an amenity, Sixty-seven percent of 338 city-owned property. with evidence of mrmuniza- more,Dachos has said. according to-Mayor Richard residents surveyed favor de Of those who took the sur- bons mandated. Dog park us- The crest of developing a A.Cohen, veloping a dog park where ca- ve ,28 percent would visit the ers would be required to have dog park has been estimated "I fully support it," Cohen 'nines could safely play park at least since a week and their permit with them while at anywhere from $20,000 to said Tuesday of the concept, unleashed, according to the 24 percent would use it at least using the area. $ 0,000 with most of the cost noting that the Agawam Dog Office of Planning and Com- three times a week.., 'Twenty-eight percent of being fencing materials: Dogs seen notcalendar By SANDRA E.CONSTANTINE sconstonfine@repub.com AGAW _It was a beauty &` pageant forbow•wows: When the Agawam Dog Owners Croup put out a call last fall for photographs of drags to .. grace its 2012 calendar, 73 pet owners ponied up$10 each. i m For that, they got to enter photographs of the prettiest s pooches in the city in a competi- tion to determine who would be ±M. • the cover dog and who would a°. be the 13 other dogs of the - At toy,a page of the month, one for each month A starting from this January to Agawamfp Dog OwnersJanuary of 2013. E Another four local dogs got Groups honorable mentions.Their pho tl# 2012 to graphs,grace the back of the �� . � � calerndar. � calendar. Scott F. The calendars, priced at $15 Milliken, each, are the first fund-raising president of effort of the drag-lovers group. ..- �, ��r� 4 r � the group, Aft Club members hope to raise the �' is :,• ' holds S50,000 needed to create a one- % :w calendar.. acre, public dog park adjacent c M to Shea Field off •Ma, hard 1 `' Staff �� ' d y. MARK M. OS by trees; fir.. Wj MUMMY Club president Scott F. Milli- ken said group members want tures canines running the gam- t create_a do ark strictlyT h rust of calendar g p ut from tail-wagging terriers to 0 with private funds on a wooded pouting purebreds. January's stretch of land the cityhas trEtntneS top dog is Dozer,an Australian ` made available for the project. �mut R,�m shepherd. The city is in the midst of con- running "He is a beautiful dog,"Milli- ducting a survey about how res- I. ken said, tt�r=wagging curs to idants feel sheaf such ° an February features Abbi, Who o amenity. looks like she might have crold.. ' all pouting purebreds. g Milliken noted that some res- en retriever or Irish setter genes idents have been peeved, mis �anttiry`S tElp !S and who appears to be getting a A. takenly believing taxpayers' dental exam. dollars will underwrite the prof- Dozer,an Australian "'We put her in February be- ect, p cause February is Canine Den cr, We are not a;group that is shepherd. tal Awareness Month,"Milliken just looking for a handout,"Mil said, liken said during a recent inter- 'fenced'areas to separate large For the first year,getting 73 �» view, do entered was at. We Proponents of a do ark saydogs from small Drees, p g p Milliken said it tools local art. hope for more than 100 in the the facility would give dog own- ist Barbara Cohen awhile to fall,"Milliken said,speaking of ► ers and the dogs a chance to so choose the calendar dogs, but plans for a 2013 dog calendar. dialize and get some exercise as that she did a;good jab. Cohen Copies of the calendars are well as have some doggone fun, for sale at the Landlocked Dog �, is no relation to MayorB,ichard Not everybody is fortunate and Sandy's Canine.They may A Cohen, whose King Charles enough to have a fenced-in A. also be ordered by contacting backyard," Milliken said, not Spaniel Charlie is Mr. April. Milliken at scemill@cum- ing there is a leash law in the Contestants were numbered, castanet or Agawam dogCcom- city, and Cohen did not know who cast_net. Marry seniors who have pets the dogs owners were. ," e thought it (the dog con- live in apartments and condo Milliken said the ,fudge had test)was a good opportunity for miniums with no facilities for no problem deciding who the people to show off their dogs," letting dogs run free he said, top dog,or cover canine,would Milliken said. "I talk about my Milliken said the canine popu be. Hands down it was Bear- dog ad nauseam. My wife lahon of the city is about 4,000. bear, a majestic mixed breed thinks I love hire more than my` The biggest expense for the photographed with fluffy kids.Sometimes I think the kids propos6 d6g par�:_.vsiould be `Bland and -white fur -ern think.that,tote,but he'is the only �th fencing. Provisions would mound of snow one who does not talk back to e ' or the survey, bait doesn't�hit v_e a J t4 +~ r r current count on the number online ;— respvtzss,'.as,.tliy are,:_bring 1.� bat t( collected and tabuiated'` r_o' igh y software4diniiiisteirA by the,PVPC. "It's spurring=a lot of'idl 't, TheRemindercom she noted.-" a°re: eitibg,a good cross-section"cif the conithunity.11 + bathos emphasized that cresidents for or against the dog park concept need to tame the time to voice their views. poll ` ""Public input is really critical. Park t arpayer handout" to fund the dog If the input is overwhelmingly p" negative,I would have to report it to "lei these economic alines, we potential the mayor and he would have to Confitnted front page t didn't waste people to think we make a decision as to whether or wanted a play place for our dogs. not this is a project tine town should There's more to a clog park titan a dog parkbe supporting,"she said, adding there were also a few stories place to play. It's a place for According to Machos, the idea about his suggestion in the local socialization and exercise,; and a f of creating a public dog park in media_ "It just snowballed from place to teach dogs to be better By Debbie Gardner r Agawam is being promoted by a there. canine citizens, he said Alsixtunf ``t""'' private organization, the Agawam He said ADOG, 'Which has Milliken, who has already Dog Owners Group (AC OCY). She been in existence for"`about six to visited several dog parks in AGANVA-M --Theres still plenty of � seven nnontlis" has approximately Connecticut and consulted with said to elate everything done its , lap y time for residents to weigh tit oil the conjunction with the do ark has 150 members and has already other non-profit groups that oversee creation of a proposed dog; park in i � 8 p completed its first fund-raisin such arks, said that in addition to i been at no cost to the taxpayers — p g p to°°°`t'' the PVPC provided the survey, are effort for the proposed pant, a 13- creating a place where tire town s Deborah Dachos. director of inlern from Westfield State month calendar featuring photos of more than 4.000 dogs can Planning and Community University, Sahar aft, lies been local dogs. potentially socialize and exercise, Development, told Reminder collecting information on area dog "We had a dog photo contest . DOG has a long-terns goal of Publications that residents have parks and their costs and operations;: and got 73 clogs [who entered]," including a training area at the initil Feb. l to Like part in a surrey and ADOG:has been fund-raising;to Milliken said, Dog owners paid$Its proposed uric in the hopes of being conducted by her office prepare for potential construction to submit the photos of their having [lie Police Department gauging interest its the proposed costs, In addition, Berkshire Design animals to the contest.An impartial utilize the space to train dogs to project and what features those in Group,the architects responsible for judge selected 13 dugs for the final reestablish a canine unit. favor of a dog park would like to see designing School Street Park.., has calendar, which sells for S 15. "We could also lease the space include& offered to draft concept designs. for Milliken said the group has nearly out to trainers and fitnnel the money The survey, which was created< the proposed park pro bona. sold out of the 250 copies it printed_ back into the park,"he noted.. for the town free of charge by the i Her office is looking at tie said this fund-raiser, and Individuals interested in more Pioneer 'Halley Planning 1 "multiple lawn-owned parcels to another,a bus trip to Mohegan Sun information about ADOG anti the Commission (PVPC) through its determine which would be feasible," Casino oil Feb. 11, are meant to upcoming fund-raiser can follow Local Technical Assistance as a site for the dog park, demonstrate to the public and local the group on Facebook at Program, is available online at the "There's a lot of free-assistance businesses that ADOG is serious agawanidogpark. They can also town s website, being offered [to) this project to about funding the proposed clog, email ADOG at www.agawarn.ma.us. make it a reality"she sai& park. aga%Namdog@conicast.net with any "They can also call or entail Scott Milliken, founder of "We're a committed group of questions. me and I cant send them a Inud copy ADOG, said he first broached the dog Owners" he rioted, adding that Debbie Gardner can be of the survey if they avant to subject of bringing a clog park to the group isn't looking for "a reached by entail at complete it, bathos sand..She can town at ra December r 2010 - debbieg@themnindercoin be reached at 7864k OO;ext.283 or Conservation Conusussion meeting, by email at .F =_ planning@agawarn.ma.us.awam:ma.us. 'here tile' inuisissi ,COil-was,seeking public input for the s&na 06se oaf develcaprrtent of School Street Pirk` *After the muting s couple of -people contacted me."Miiliken J"id. e y''rtla,Aaftnvmwl�wllz Te MO _ G1 I Tt "0- tk-z-.n t 0%-rk ing-what the roost important arrt valued as- r�P i �' / available J'f c" llC' t717J{ITi p�eets of a dog park are to the corrimtinity: ' 13y Jennifer Wrxtlftfewski `'The way it's written,We can an get some re- By good information from residents," said Staff Writer Deborah'Dachws direcidr of-planning,afid; commuriity_developnmett. "As we're in the p'A AW After an outpouring ot7 sup- planning phase,we can get a lent of good in- pvri from local citizens, the Agawarn Plate- sight as',far`as what people want to see in the ning Office is now looking for residents' dog park" helm in gathering more input on the creation In addition,Dachos said the'tinvii has been of a dog park to be located in town. getting design assistance a 66a' lJ3 fi rshii:e tie- "('be- Agawam Dog w ar rs' 'Group sign Group4{the eniity that p1"anned`I'ha e l ( dG),made up of volunleers4n charge of. °oaf School Street a;rk),..whtch'6sFdesigned researching and fundraising for<a. t of=1h .zdbg,'pak to tlHe pats dog park in town,announced la it montk that ""41tre'r gait g eta get some reap 'gored ex - dog site adjacent to Shea Meld in Reeding Fulls peruse,'she said, was selected as ilia potential sit 1 lwlow,down ADOG chairman Scott Mdlxlsen i ho first officials are looking to residen ;to deter-.- broactied'the idea of a dog par"Ofit'town 6f mine just what features they would like the -xficials last<Decernber,.said the. araJeck has park tit include_` ' ��- �rP��.rrccetve �br��+�:basedsnpport-in.town,'aver They.will be asked to particilia air a'sui � s aft hs"l &a Flan- vey to axrawer questions suc4 as}a n 'dp$atldraefocgtatn b ethe would you travel t3.visit the parr? for what survtilotatla the�5e1 '*i* ant f3tlls ,toe t- tsr" *.:�t3'! C ,Fa A -.p , feates weld you like'to see og,ptirk2� a restrletilpSaliif ? afi,Yt►te`clepairent's"astern The survey will assist.irr date design by show- , PMsesee 1C7 PA ,gage b DOG PARK, from Gage 1 larger than ,arse acre. He ww'ern on to say that in favor of such a project even prior to he "Floning this process is going to he a key trust Weslfield State University, Rafi, who the site is centrally k ated for residents of coming a dog owner himself. to snaking this a success,"Milliken said, started its the planning both Feeding Hills and Agawam- "1 think it's something that really is ad- Anyone looking to support the cause stay p g aarati etrtnmunity de "That's the consensus of where it should vantageous for dog owners as well as tine purchase one of At7OG's 201,2 calendars, velopinent office this fall.is working primar go,"Mayor Richard A.Cohen said Monday. dogs:'he said. featuring snapshots of local pups, iiy ore tine dog park issue for her internship, "l think that's a great location,It`s out of the Residents can visit the town of Agawam The drag calendar photo contest was tine said L7acltaas. way, but centrally located and it's a large website(www-agawant.ma.us)to find a link of the orgatnization's nnain. fundraisers and HTfre like tl wilthey're mike inclu the residents ilown plan- enough site w here ww•e cart build c n it_" to'the survey.Anyone without access to She y elded 73 entries at $10 each.A total of 13 ning teal like they're oject,�e l in ken sai . Although School Street Park was bandied Internet,may contact the office of Planning dugs were chosen to be featured in the cal - about process of this project," Milliken said, about as a potential location during the ini- and Community Development at 786-0400, endar along with live runners-up.The calen ;tdclittg when discussions tint started, one lial phase of research.Cohen said that loca- ext.2$3 to request a hard copy. chars are oft sale now for$15,Anyone inter- of the main focuses lie had was to keep it lion is at"-the extreme end of town:' which Surveys will also be available at tine Aga- ested in purchasing one may conflict ADOCJ" a town-wide ptoHect. "We want support anti means Feeding hills residents would have a wam Public library located at 750 Cooper at agawamdogecrnmcast-net or Milliken at ideas from all different parts of the co nnau- longer commute to tile park- St. and the Agawarn 'Senior Center, 954 sccr nil 0corrtcast„net; nity., Cohen,a self'-professed anima lover who Main St. For more information about ADCIG, visit The exact size of the site has yet to be de- has had his King Charles cavalier spaniel, A deadline for the survey was tentatively their Facebook page;,Rust search "Agawam terntined,alfltuuglt he indicated it would be Charlie, for nearly three years,said he was set for early February, Dog Park." A awafn consid riii ' creating doc, park:at Shea Field Page I of IMAM i r Field Agawam considering creating �+�9 park �the Published: Thursday, December 15, 2011, 8:00 AM Sandra Constantine, The Republican By AGAWAM - Canines may get a place to cavort and roam freely if the city is successful in developing a privately funded dog park;at Shea Field; ' To that end,: the Office of Planning and Community Development is conducting a survey of residents to determine what they would like in a park. The questionnaire is also geared toward gleaning other information such as how much People might be willing to donate to create such a facility: Richard Cohen MayorRichard A.,Cohen,,_who is a dog fawner, said Wednesday the city is in full support of developing a dog parr. They are common throughout the country," he said. "They are very popular in the South and West." The nearest one to Agawam is in Granby, Conn., and there are also some 'in the eastern part of the state, according to Cohen. The mayor said he is especially please that city resident Scott F. Milliken has stepped forward to help the project and 'raise ioney for it through his Agawam Dog Owners Club.. Milliken said his,group is selling 2012 calendars featuring photographs of .,cal dogs and plans to raise enough money to fund the project. de are not just looking fora handout," Milliken said. I anning and Community Development Director Deborah . Dachos said the costs of establishing a dog park vary tremendously th about$20,000 being a ball park estimate. The main expense is putting up fencing and the city would also have to provide soured of water for the animals, according to her. Pet owners would be responsible for cleaning up after their dogs. "It is for people who want their dogs to socialize with other dogs or maybe for people who live in apartments and don't have;a iced-in yard. It is a place for dogs to run freely," Dachos said; city has a leash law requiring that dogs not be allowed to roam; Although some residents have suggested School Street Park as a possible location, Dachos said officials have ruled it out in Agawarh considering creating dog park at Shea Field Page 2 of 'favor of Shea Meld because that site has more s open ace and is centrals located. _p _ p y . Shea Field is approx�mateiy 35 acres and has about eight acres of undeveloped land that includes some thinned woods, Dog parks generally take up an acre or more, Dachos said. Copies of the surrey area available at the Agawam Public Library at 750 Cooper St;. and the Agawam Senior Center at;954 Main- t. They may also be filled out through the city's Web site www.agaiwam.ma.us, People who do not have access to the Internet may contact the Planning and Community Development Office at (413) 786-0400, extension 283 to have a copy sent to them. The deadline for completing surveys is Feb. 1. + 2011 masslive.corai. Ali rights reserved.. 1 1 1 1 1 ATTACHME.NT3 Shea Fie(d Maps 1 I 5 F \ CHICOP'EE r WEST SP I GFIE° d .r b WEST FIELD � �s SPRI GFIEL ,, .ate x t StTHICIC � - P. .`�, tiM ' a^I w �. L4� GlEf -CW u f f I e I d r' Enfield iM East Granby The information depicted on this map is for planning purposes only. It is not adequate IF �' for legal boundary definition, regulatory Shea Field Agc"3WVi3m, interpretation, or'parcel-legal analyses. Massachusetts 1:96000 al /30/ 413 3:09:19 PM 141=8000' • 3, U4 g 4 t a 01, .. - "" n , r ))y " » v • y r r *' r r » w i The information depicted on this map is for planning purposes only. it is not adequateF for legal boundary definition, regulatory Shea Field -Agawam, interpretation, or parcel-level analyses, Massachusetts 1:6024 /3012013 3:10.30 PM 1 502a 1 i 1 i ATTACHMENT4 ' Agawam Dog Park Preliminary Design 1 1 1 i 1 1 1 1 1 1 i f e t r L� �ftt}x n aJ r 3 r' i a +. a ,�5 .. �\ IS`Y.41p f 7z 1 � y xJL 1 , 1 1 r w 1 k :pit�s yy r V F, r El r J 1 l/ w r 1 i i r a ATTACHMENT 5 ' Agawam Dog Park—Phase I Budget 1 1 1 1 1 Item Unit Qty grit Cost Total Cost Site Demolition&Preparation Clearing'&Grubbing` AC 2 $SS00.00 $11,000.00 Tree Protection LS 2 $3,500M $3,500,00 Strip topsoil CY 2,500 $S.00 $12,500.00 Grading..&Drainage LS 1 $10,500.00 $10,500.00 .Site Demolition'total $37,500-00 Site Amenities Chain link Fencing 5" kigh LF 1,250 $28.00 $35,000.00 Double Gate EA 4 $250.00" $1,000.00 Maintanance Gate,12"Wide LS 1 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 walkway(asphalt)-S`Wide SF 6,400 $5.00 $32,000.00 Entrance Sign/Kiosk LS 1 $4,500.00 $4,500.00 Waterline Extension LS 1 $3,200.00 $3,200.00 Dog Drinking Fountain LS 1 $3,500.00 $3,500.00 People Drinking Fountain LS 1, $3,500,00 $3,500.00 Cog Wash Fountain LS 1 $3,000.00 $3,000.00 Waste Stations(Dogipct); EA 3' $350,00' $1,050.00 Dog Park Shelter(Including Concrete Pad) LS 1 $35,000.00 $35,000.00 Dog Playground LS' 1 $12,500.00`` $12,500100 Recycling Station(trash, paper,plastic( LS 1 $1,200,00 $1,200.00 Benches EA 12 50.00 $10,200,00 Picnic Tables EA 4 $5,800.00 $7,200.00 Penalty Box EA 2 $450.00 $900.00 'Stone Dust Run Area SF 15,000 $1.50 $22,500.00 Loam&Seed Lawn Area SF 63,600 $0.25 S15,900m Site Amenities Toral $197,150.00 Project Construction Subtotal $234,650.00 Survey $4,200.00 Contingency(5%) $11,732. 0 Design&Permitting(9%) $18,77100 Page 1 of ATTACHMENT 6 ADOC Leiter of SupporUCommitment August 13,201 Dear Mayor Cohere, On behalf f the Agawam Do Owners Group (A DOG), would like to pledge our full b o e gun p � C�O � p g support and commitment for the proposed grant opportunity from the Manton Foundation. As you are aware,;ADOG is a volunteer group of citizens whose mission is to create a fenced in, off-leash dog park where Drell-behaved canine citizens can exercise in a clean, safe environment without endangering or annoying people,property, and wildlife. We wish to develop a beautiful and well-maintained space open to dog lovers and friends' who are willing to uphold the park's rules and regulations, We view the park as a; . community project in partnership with the Town of Agawam, designed to satisfy the needs of dog owners and non-dog owners alike. We also want to promote education, training, and recreational activities that facilitate responsible dog ownership and well behaved dogs. AI OG's members have been working very hard to promote and foster a positive community relationship with various members of town government as well as local business leaders. We are excited for the wonderful opportunity at making the off-leash dog park a reality and appreciate your level of support for this project. As a show of our commitment, we would like to donate $10,000 which we have raised through various fundraising efforts and events. If there is anything else we can do to help in this process, please feel fee to contactme. Warmest Regards, DeborahSanchez.' resident Agawam Dog Owners Group .� raar";1�rest�ids�Kr�rtiGct>Nta {413)) 74-4684 r t ' APlACHM£NT ) ' Dog Park Elements 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 • r ,• - t t y .. u, .iY`mP xi f. ',A'r •'^n'C.' "M .tv*.t a.k��r ,hr7"+r .µ' r,�.. wfe.na y�ffy ba= �"�'C'°'r"1 ."'�"y�j-�lar•r3 �+frrkww..r' YJ+1 ^�tt� 4me � •..®.�--.�,5. frtE;fx' '�,��r ��7 �`w .1 H A'ac r �y � *•«. ^ '... 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PROHIBITED Ais .a HUMAN ANU DOG EC�OI� +' TREATS GLASS CONTAINERS L DOGS IN HEAT +►4,�I �..� SICK:'DOGS t A,C .t R S111t DOGS -PUPPIES�UNDER 4 MONTHS OLD •"�': I:' I;I -0 C-O'M!''!_l' NVI'f'I XC a ..e�°. ti.rxau,x.31'i.'w�...ery 5;�,...mwrs..�ua.<.....r;.•.n:"^..._,r..,r„x1,n°:{hr...ra:.wti�!�Jik�d a v m � 1 t 3 "4 t Community Preservcation Act Application Agawam Dog P13ark"" 7 .. la"Akinki, ;, U"" rk aiiid Agawam .Massachusetts Office of the Mayor 36 Main Street,Agar am;MA 01001 mayor@agawam.ma.us; Richard A Cohen Tel® 413-7 6-4520 Mayo Fax*4 3- 85-9927 i September 11, 213 HenryA.,Ko loski,Chairman Agawam Cormnu ity Preservation Conunittee 6 Main Street Agawam, MA 01001- Dear Mr. Kozloski: l wish to express my support for the proposed Agawam Dog Park to be located at Shea Field. Agawam has the excellent 'opportunity to secure $245,209 from the Stanton Foundation to facilitate the.design and construction of this park. This represents 100%of the design.and 9 %of the construction costs., There is currently no space for dogs to exercise off-leash. The proposed park will be a state-of-the-art facility, located in an unused portion of Shea field. It will°.be centrally located and removed from residential properties. l commit to working with the Agawam Log Owners Group and the Agawam Department of public 'Forks to ensure that the dog park is fully maintained and will be a proud public asset.., Sincerely, Richard A. Cohen Mayor COMMUNITY PRESERVATION PROJECT APPLICATION COVER SHEET Project Title. Aga w Dog Park Project Summary: The Town of Agawam is seeking $14,145 of CPA funds to match a $245,209 Stanton Foundation grant for the construction of Agawam's Dog Park to be located at Shea Field., Agawam Dog Owners Group ( ) will contribute $10, 00 towards the construction costs. Agawam was approached by the Stanton Foundation-in May 2013, a private foundation founded by Frank Stanton one of the television industries Founding fathers. The foundation provides financial support to underwrite the design, construction and partial ongoing support of new dog parr facilities. Attached is Agawam's grant application to the Stanton. Foundation. On August 23, 2013, the Town received notification that a grant award in the amount of $245,209 had been approved pending Agawam's firm commitment to provide$14,145 for the project. Please see attached award letter. The project consists a 2 acre fenced dog, park containing a number of amenities including: fountains, waste stations shelter, benches, and picnic tables. The full list of amenties and the conceptual plan is found in the attached Stanton Foundation grant application. Berkshire Design Group of Northampton prepared the plan and budget probono Estimated.start date; April/May 2414 Estimated completion date:September 2014 CPA Program Area.(check all that apply): Open Space El Historic Preservation ED Community Housing � Recreation Contact Person and oar/primary applicant: Deborah Machos, Director Office of Planning and Community Development and Christopher Sparks, Director of Parks and Recreation ! Organization (if applicable): Town of Agawam Mailing Address 36 Mai n Street, Agawam,MA 01 1 Daytime phone : 41 -78 -0400, ext. 8738 Fax # :413-78 -99 7 I! E-mail address: planning@agawam.ma.us Project Manager: Christopher Sparks Total budget for project: 060,355 CF dngrcgtaest $I4,14 Other Funding ource:A aw Dog Owners Group $10,00 t' Applicant's Signature: Date Submitted. ` 11M COMMUNITY PRESERVATION ITEMIZATION OF FUNDS REQ STEIN Cost # Item er unit of units Total Cost Comments See attached budget. S S Professional Fees Desi ,Architectural Legal,, Permits, Fees (Cost Item per unit of units Total Cost Comments I $ i $ $ Site Work(Clearing Excavation,Infrastructure & Lands in Cost Item r unit of units Total Cost Comments S _ Construction aterials, Labor 0 natal 0 <i i Nr iAi ri rs• Aa � #A it !i iA M !w• e• A r! i # #1 •. Cap + i i *rr ri +, 1 1► ® iM 4 ! p } d Jai. What Ca un4 Preservation criteria does this project meet? 0 • .Lees this project serve multiple needs and populations and/or address more than one focus area of CPA?' The Agawam log Parr will fill the need for a clean and safe environment for dog owners and dog enthusiasts to exercise and recreate with well-behaved canines 0 without negatively impacting residents, property or wildlife. No facility of this nature currently exists in Agawam. Is ongoing maintenance and upkeep required? If Pes,please explain how this will be accomplished and include a detailed maintenance costs if applicable and + funding and revenue sources, if any- The Stanton Foundation will provide up to$1'I,000 to support follow-up capital repairs and enhancements during the initial years of operation. The Town of Agawam will be responsible for typical maintenance costs. This will include- primarily mowing and waste disposal.. The Dog Park design will consist of material and equipment that require the least amount of maintenance as possible For example,the`treatments of the playground surface that allow easy cleaning will be explored. Also,.the Town will explore dog waste disposal`containers that allow the waste to degrade and minimize the number of waste disposal trips will also be explored. In addition, the Agawam Dug Owners Group will continue fund raising activities and will provide support on a continuing basis. • Does this project preserve, utilize,protect and/or enhance current town-owned assets?` 0 The Agawam Dog Park is proposed to be located on two acres of land at Shea Field.. The location is on the north side of the park abutting Robinson State Park. Parking and a ball field are located to the south. The parking will be adequate to accommodate the dog park. The two acres are currently wooded and are not used for any other park activities. This proposal will provide more visitors to the park and " inhibit vandalism and other negative activities which currently occur in the parr. 0 0 Does this,project contribute to the preservation of Agawam's unique character, boost the vitality of the community and enhance the quality of l fe for its ' residents? Agawam has'numerous state-of-the-art parks and playgrounds. Plans for the final phase of the School Street Park will, when completed,provide excellent passive and active recreational opportunities for all ages. The one deficiency in.Agawam's recreational opportunities is an off leash area for canine to exercise and recreate with their owners and friends. As such, some of the Town's recreational facilities have seen over use by dog owners. The proposed dog park will provide up-to-date recreation and exercise facilities. Similar to the School Street Park it will provide a hest ofactivities.for both active and more laid back drags. The dog park will be designed to incorporate elements of dog parks throughout the state and will address the safety and comfort of the dugs and their companions. The dog park will be an asset for those who wish to have their dogs socialized with other dogs and those who are not fortimate to have adequate safe space for their dogs to exercise at their homes. Does this project save resources that would otherwise be threatened? The Agawam Dog Park will utilize an area of Shea Field which is currently unused. The area has in the past been the site of illegal dumping and there has been evidence of underage drinking and other unwanted activities. Does this project leverage additional or multiple sources of public andlo private fronds? The Town of Agawam was very fortunate-to be approached by the Stanton Foundation, a philanthropic organization that snakes funding available to select communities to underwrite the design,construction and partial ongoing support of new dog park facilities in Massachusetts. In August„ the Town applied for and was awarded$245,209 for the design;and construction of the Agawam Dog Park. The Agawam Dog Owners 'Group(ADOG)has raised$10,000 since its formation in 2011 which it will contribute to the design and construction of the park. The Town of Agawam's match for the Stanton Foundation grant is $14,145. Drees this project address recommendations contained in Agawam's Open Space and.Recreation Plan,Agawam's Community Development Plan, or is consistent with other city-wide planning efforts that have received broad-based scrutiny and input and can demonstrate wide community support i In 2011, during the Agawam Community Preservation Committee's public outreach campaign, citizens spoke up in favor of the construction of an Agawam dog park. At that time, a group of residents formed the Agawam Dog Owner's Group In the Fall of 2011, the Agawam Office of Planning and Community Development began collecting information regarding dog parks. Dog parks located in the region were visited and an internet search of dog park regulations and specifications was conducted. Also during this time period, the Town conducted a dog park survey 0 which'was available on the Town's website,,as well as the Agawam Public Library, Senior Center and a couple of retail chains. The Planning Office received 335 responses to the survey, a copy of which is found in Attachment L Of note was that 67% supported an Agawam dog park, Twenty- eight% were not in favor. Also to measure community support for the dog park,numerous news paper articles covering the Town's efforts were printed. The ensuing dialogue concerning the park was robust with the majority of those participating supporting the Town's efforts. Is this project economically or otherwise real onably feasible to implement? The principal conditions of the Stanton Foundation grant are that the Town own the land and that the Town supply the$14,145 match. The Town has explored the use of a number of town-owned pieces of land and has determined that Shea Field is most ideally suited for this use, The proposed dog park does not abut any residential properties. It is in an area of Shea Field that is currently not used and has parking immediately adjacent. Connection of Robinson State Park is feasible for on leash activities, If CPA funding of$14,145 is obtained, the To will receive$245,209 from the Stanton Foundation for design and construction of the dog park. In addition, the Town will be eligible for additional ftmding for up to three subsequent years to cover unexpected costs, The Stanton Foundation funding would result in over 95%of the costs for the dog park. o Does this project receive endorsement bY community groups, municipal boards andlor departments? Please include any letters of support or endorsement, Please see the attached letters of support. Does this project demonstrate that other funding sources are noireaddy available or suffikient? Other than the Town's$14,145 match, all other funding for the project is committed and available. Does this project demonstrate a high benefulcost value and can it be implemented peditiously and within budget The Stanton Foundation Grant represents 95% of the east for the Agawam Dog Park. The $ 45, 09 will allow the Town of Aga to construct one of the most user friendly parks of this type within the region. The benefit ofaccepting this grant is substantial. The Town is unaware of another source of funding that would be as generous. The estimate for construction of the dog-park was prepared by Berkshire Design Group of Northampton who has experience with designing dog parks. • .roes this project use local contractors where possible? When the project is put out.to bid.,the Town will use local contractors where possible. • Has the applicant successfully int ler ented projects of similar type and scale or has demonstrated the ability and competency to implement the project as proposed: Once the funding has been secured.., Christopher Sparks, Director of the Parrs and Recreation Department,will be the project manager; Mr, Sparks has extensive experience with overseeing park construction projects, most recently, the School Street Parr. * Has the applicant given notice of the proposed project to abutters and the neighborhood where the project is proposed, if applicable? i There has been extensive publicity regarding the Agawam Log Park, The Stanton Foundation grant application.contains many of newspaper articles written about the project. i 0 CERTIFICATE OF NON-COLLUSION The undersigned certifies under penalties of perjury that this proposal has been made and submitted in good with and without collusion or fraud with any person. As used in this certification,the"person" shall mean any natural person, business, partnership, corporation, union, committee, club, or other organization, entity, or group of individuals: Signature ofperson signing application Deborah S.Dachos Print Name Director Title Office of Planning and Community Development Name of Organization J Business A awain Doi Park ject N e As is on your submission) Date RECEIPT OF APPLICATION (For Applicants' Records) Received from ,an application Entitled: On the Day o1 200-. Received by: (signature) Please indicate the person and address where you would like this receipt sent. N e+ Address 1! CPA Committee Chairperson Vice-chair Corinne Wingard HenryA. Kozloski Louis J.'Russo 194 Elm Street 102 Meadow Street 76 Highland Street Agawam,MA 0100'1 Agawam, MA. 01001 Feeding:Hills, MA 010 0 786-9167 786-694 786-9107 vedany(@comcast.net 1russol23Qao1.com corinnemgdE&cumcastnet; Vi Baldwin Ray Moreau Christina Thompson 1245 Main Street 1245 forth Westfield Ste 70 Corey Colonial. Agawam,MA Feeding Hills,MA 01030 Agawam, NIA 01001 789-1554 786-5777' 896-0609 eden2l4@aot.com R.19 7 co c st.net Cthom `sonl13@earffilink.net Richard J. Maggi Thomas H. Tierney Richard Bennett 16 Old Mill Road 115 Valley Brook Road 29 Willow Brook Dr. Agawam,MA 01001 Feeding hills, MA 01030 Agawam, 0 100 1 789-1829 789-1209 786-0670 Rimagia@verizon.net tierthomas adl.com massi2attiot(@,comcast.net CPA Administrator Jennifer Bonh;glio Agawam Town Hall 06 Main Street Agawam, MA 01001 786-0400 ext. 253 +CPAQa aware. am ATTACH ENT 1 Stanton Foundation ,sward Letter 0 0 "age 1 of l Deborah Dachas All From: Stanton Foundation,[steve:salJan@thestantontoundation.o ] Sent: Friday,August 23, 2013 10 a0 AM To: Deborah Dachos Subject: Park Proposal Attachments: Dog park-Agawarn budget.As Good Morning Debbie, I am writing to-let you know that we received your park report which looks excellent! Ifs nice to see that you guys are working cooperatively with a community dog group and a designer with experience in dog parks,two crucial aspects of successful park long terra. We are very excited to move forward with Agawam on this proposal, but we do need clarification on a few points. With respect to the budget,we need to clarify the Stanton Foundation's policy.Our dog park grants are calculated as follows, We provide 90%of the"hard"construction costs,including a 5%contingency allowance based on the accepted bid or bids,Following customary usage,;hard costs exclude surveys,schematics, preliminary plans,bid documents and construction observation.If the bids are substantially higher than the estimate,there would need to be a discussion between the Foundation and the Town;however this has not been our experience. In addition, in order to get,the pr ject,starrtted without the Town having logo back' o Town Meeting or ask for;a reserve transfer,we provide an initial design.grant equal to 10%of the hard costs.This is intended to p cover surveys, schematics,preliminary Mans, bid documents and construction observation. Any design costs in excess of 10%of hard costs are the Town's responsibility.If the Town can obtain design services for less than 10%,ofthe hard costs,the balance of the design grant can be retained by the Town to pay for future capital needs at the dog park. Applied to Agawam's proposed budget, the Stanton Foundation grants would be as follows. Hard connstruction costs +5%contingency allowance= $246,3 3 tines 0%=$221,744 Design grant: 10% of$234,650=$23,465, For clarification,a spreadsheet providing these calculations is attached:: • In addition,our primary concern is that while it is great that ADOG has raised and is donating funds to the project, the town is still responsible for guaranteeing$14,145, While we are sure that Agawam is confident in obtaining the CPA grants,We will need written confirmation that the town can guarantee those funds in the event that such a grant is not received,Again,there is no restriction on where the funding comes from,as long as it is town controlled and available when a contracting bid is selected; 9 If you have any questions feel free to reach out to me whenever you need, My cell phone is 857- 8-37 7. We are truly excited about such a great park and lock forward to moving ahead with you! 8t°epben 8allan Project Coordinator The Stanton Foundation One Broadway, 14th Floor Cambridge, MA 02142 0: (617) 77-:3976 F: (b 17) 88- 1888 0 Agawam Dog Park budget 0 (Hard costs= $ 234,650 Contingency Total $ 246,38 SF 0 Total SF construction grant 221,744 [design grant hard coons 10 0 Total SF design grant 23,46S Total funds provided by Stanton Foundation; $ 245,209 Survey casts $ 4,200 design costs 8% Design costs $ 18,772 Total project costs (per Agawam) $ 269,355 Town to pay 24,145 0 Y a Letters of Support it 0 August 13, 2013 Dear Mayor Cohen, On behalf of the Agawam Dog Owners group (AD 1 ), l would like to pledge our full support and commitment for the proposed grant opportunity from the Stanton Foundation. As you are aware,ADOG' is a volunteer group of citizens whose mission is to create a .y fenced in, off-leash dog park where well-behaved canine citizens can exercise in a clean, Esak environment without endangering or annoying people,property, and wildlife..We wish to develop a beautiful and well-maintained space open,to dog lovers a.nnd'friends who are willing,to uphold the park's.r€tles and regulations. We view the parkas a community project in partnership with the Town ofAgawam, designed to satisfy the needs of dog owners and non-dog owners alike. We also want to promote education, l training, and recreational activities that facilitate responsible dog ownership and well behaved dogs. O 's members have been working very hard to promote and foster a positive p community relationship with various members of town government as well as local business leaders., y We are excited for the wonderful opportunity at making,the off=leash dog park a reality and appreciate your k wel of support for this project. As a show of our commitment, we would lake to donate $10,000 which we have raised through various fundraising efforts and events. l If there is anything else we can.do to help in this process, please feel free to contact me.' "A3armest Regards, i Deborah Sanchezlresident i Agawam Dog Owners Group 'y (413) 3 74-4 94 a r p " Agawam Office of Planning and Community Development, September 10, 2013 In regards to the development of a dog park in the Town of Agawam, I as a dog owner have been to other dog parrs in the surrounding areas and believe developing one in Agawam to be a great addition for this community. Dog parks create an environment where dogs and their owners have a mutual place to socialize with other dogs and as well their owners. Dog parks are a community all of its own,just as the seniors have a senior center and parr are built for our children to play a dog park is an area of recreation.A dog park.acts as the equivalent to the"so called" soccer game or baseball game that otherwise would be part of a parents sobiali ation.There are couples who unfortunately will never have children, their dogs then become the subject of that"son,/daughter -love and would b thrilled to have a place to enjoy with their dogs, Many of my family and friends who are dog owners are looking forward to the day when we can visit each other at the Agawam Dog Park. Sincerely, Cheryl Barnhart ,Agawam Resident 0 Deborah Dachas From: rob@crystalfinahcialce.com Sent: Monday, September 16, 201 3:34 PM To: Deborah Machos Cc: adogpres@gmail.com Subject: Dog park` Deb Dachos, Goad afternoon, I am writing to voice, my support for the proposed dog park. my company was an event sponsor at the adog day celebration and was very pleased at the turnout and support, the community has shown. Our office is located in South Windsor CT where we have very beautiful dog park for the residents to enjoy. Ipersonally am a resident of Agawam and jumped at the chance to help my home town get a similar venue. As a business- man and an Agawam football "coach, l speak with many people in the community that support the park not only for the benefits it will provide to our beloved best friends, but also the social &- business opportunities that will be enhanced in our tight knit communities. I assure you that this park will enable this community to Lance again stand tall above our neighboring towns Sincerely, Robert Houle Executive Sales Manager Crystal Financial insurance 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 Tern of Agawam " Parks& Recreation Department 1000 Suffield Street oft Agawam, MA 0 1 01 Tel (413) 821-0513 Fax(4 13)8 1- 637 D September 17, 2013 Deborah Machos Director of Planning&Community Development 36 Main Street Agawam, MA;0 1001 Dear Debbie: 1 am Ming on behalf of the Town of Agawam to,verify that the Town has designated approximately 5 acres of land within Shea Field for the construction of a new Dog park, Shea Field is a park located within the city hmits that is home to 3 baseball diamonds and a skate park. The undeveloped 5 acres of land abuts Robinson. State park, Robinson Elementary School, and the National {Guard Armory. l am proud to support the construction of a new dog park for the citizens of Agawam d Feeding bills. The Town is also extremely proud of the diligent efforts of°the Agawam Dog Owners Group (ADO x) to fundra se,promote, and support this long anticipated project in our community Sincerely, Christopher M. Sparks Director of Parks. Recreation Page 1 of j Deborah Dach+ From: maryhbookerl4@aol.com Sent. Monday, September 16, 2013 7:55 PM To Deborah Dachos Subject: Dog Park Dear Deborah; I have been overjoyed with the fact that Agawam is going to be utilizing some land fora dog park. Being the owner of a dog I feel it is so important to have a place where they can run free and have fun. My hat goes off to all of you for working so bard to make this a reality.flood luck with this endevor; Although I am no longer a resident of the town I will definately be bringing my drag for a romp in your pare. Thank you for all you do Mary Booker(former resident and mom and grandma to some who still are) ll oti VI 0 September 16, 2013 Deborah S. Dachos, Director Agawam Office of Planning and Community Development 36 Main Street Agawam, M.A. 01001 (413) 786-0400, ext. 8738 Attn: Deborah S. Dachos o My name is Kerry Rubio and I have a local pet photography business called Bark at the Moon Pet Photography. I started out at The Thomas J. O'Connor Animal Shelter in Springfield taking photos of the adoptable dogs to make them more appealing to potential adopters and to make a long story short here I am doing events and booking private sessions. My base in the animal welfare world began in 2006, since then I have taken many seminars on dog behavior and I am certified in Canine Behavior Observation from the Massachusetts Animal C*oalition, the Animatch program. Through all my education I have come to realize how important proper 0 socialization of a dog is, both dog to human and dog to dog socialization. It is a key component to a healthy, long, happy life for a dog. TheAgawam, Dog Park is going to play a key role for so many local dogs in having a well rounded happy life. Responsible owners will be able to introduce their dogs to all different situations and teach proper coping and reaction skills to for their pets 0 so in future situations they will know how to react. Another important factor in a dog's life is exercise. Agawam Dog Park will provide a safe area for dogs to go and play fetch, practice agility, catch a Frisbee as well as run and interact with other dogs. A tired dog is a happy dog. It will also give dog owners a chance to connect and have a support group for questions or issues or possibly 0 to meet and make a new acquaintance or friend. Agawam Dog Park is a win win situation, and I personally cannot wait to take my own dogs there. Feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns. Sincerely, 0 Kerry Rubio, Bark at the Moon Pet Photography 0 0 Page 1 of Deborah aa+chos From: D Sanchez [debs.36@hotmail.com) Seat. Tuesday, September 17, 2 013 1;00 AM To Deborah Machos; Deborah Dachas Subject:, Support the dog park: Date: Fri, 13 Sep 2013 21:06:04 -0400 Subject;Support the dog park: From. annabillbeard@gmaii.com To:debs.36@hotmail.com There are many reasons we support the dog park in Agawam. We wouldn't have to travel to other cities or sates dog parks(especially with the price of gas). I like to think of it a park for people who have dogs and not just a park for dogs. It is a great place for the dogs to get used to other dogs and in our case it has shown up�in the way our dogs changed to the better after taking them to the perk. It is a great place for the dog owners to get together also as we have a lot in common for our love of dogs. Our dogs are much calmer after going to a dog park and'playing with the other dogs when we get back home. I've met some older people that went to the dog;park and did not awn a dog but enjoyed watching them play together,and it gave them something to do instead of just sitting home and watching T.V. etc, I guess what we're saying is that is a great place for dog owners and their dogs to 0 socialize. It also snakes everyone become a more responsible dog owner due to conversations at the dog park and know that we are not alone with the things we are-experiencing with our dogs and helps everyone to be more educated about the ups and downs with our best four legged friends, all in all if my wife and I did not think it was worth.it we would not be as excited and involved in the ADOG membership that we truly feel is a top priority benefit for the welfare of all dogs. Thank you, Anna and Bill Beard page 1 of i Deborah Dachos From:. Pauline Sosnowich [psosnowich@hazen.00m] Sent: Tuesday, September 17, 2013 1:53 PM To Deborah Machos Subject: Dog Park, We are in support of having a bog Park in the town of Agawam. We gravel to Granby,Cr to have our dog exercise and socialize with other dogs. It would be a great asset to the Town of Agawam to have such a park. 0 0 0 0 Page l of 1 Deborah Dachoa From: Deborah Sanchez[adogpres cx rnaR.coml Sent. Tuesday; September 17, 201 8:58 PM To Deborah 'Dachos Subject: Fred: Please pass on to whom it may eoncem. Hi Deb, 0 Here's another letter of support! Debb 40 ---------- Forwarded message---------- From: Brad Jameson<ado e gmail.com> Date:: Tue, 'Sep 17, 2013 at 8:44 PM Subject: Please pass on to whom it may concern. To: Deb Sanchez<adog2res@ rnail.com> 1 am writing in support of a Jog park to be located in Agawam. 1 feel that a dog park would allow people to exercise their dogs without walking on the side of the road.: 1 live on South Westfield St. which is a busy road that has no sidewalks. Since the sheet is difficult to walk on, we walk our dog only for short walks, When we want to go for a manger walk, we travel to another neighborhood or to a park. We have been able to get to know our neighbors because we are outdoors and walking. Having a dog is a great "ice breaker" for discussion. It would be great to go to a local park to get to know the community and not just a neighbor, I'm sure my dog would agree. 1 would like to ask for your support in seeing a Clog hark come to fruition. Brad Jameson (and lteva) n/'omnw' Laurie Walhovd Great To Be Home Pet Care, LLC 19 Crescent Circle Southwick,MA 01077 September 16, 2013 Deborah S, Dachos, Director Agawam Office of Planning and Community Development 36 Main Street Agawam, MA 01 1 RE: Agawam Dog Park • Dear Deborah, I am writing to offer support and benefits of the application of the Agawam Dog Owners Group to receive funding from the Community Preservation Act, I own and operate Great To Be Home Pet Care, LLC and having a dog park in Agawam would be a great asset to my business as I assist Agawam residents with the care of their dogs. I am sure the opportunity to engage in social behavior with other dogs at a safe dog park is something they would choose as an alternative to walking their dogs on a busy street or just playing with them in their yards. I think that this is an important opportunity for the many dog owners in Agawam. It will benefit the community at large by assisting in the care and well-being of their dogs in a well maintained and secure environment, Sincerely A Laurie Walhovd "roth EoEtC"'E I V E SEP 18 2013 A A; A&0 September 23, 2013 i To Whom It May Concern: I would like to express my support for a dog Park in Agawam. Exercise and play is necessary for both the physical and mental health of doge. My family has three licensed dogs. As it is now, we have to travel to + other communities in order for our dogs to romp in a dog park. They are at their happiest after running free and playing with many other well socialized dogs. A gall-socialized dog is less likely to develop behavior problems such as aggression and excessive barking. An off leash dog park may help to reduce some neighborhood conflicts. Puppies and dogs that get enough exercise by playing are less likely to create a nuisance, bark excessively, destroy property, jump on passers-by, etc. From the bock "Cr Ernie Ward: Clow mounds": What does "exercising adog" mean? "Taking your dog twice a day for 29 — 30 minutes at a leisurely pace *based on observations of people waking with their dogs, the average pace is twenty-two minutes per mile. That is a slaw stroll with frequent pauses to allow your dog to smell an interesting object or mark territory) is great and important, but doesn't count as exercise. Get your dog°s heart-rate pumping! Our family, of which 3 are also registered voters, supports the building of a dog park in our city. Sincerely, The Lussier Family (Paul, Barbara, Alexis and Delaney) 9 Oriole Dr. Feeding ,bills;, MA 01030