TR-2015-23 CPA DOG PARK STANTON GRANT ell
TR 2015-23
A RESOLUTION REVISING APPROPRIATION REQUIREMENTS FROM THE
COMMUNITY PRESERVATION FUND AND AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE
OF COMVIUNI'TY PRESERVATION FUNDS FOR THE CREATION OF A DOG PARK
AS A RECREATIONAL USE AT SHEA FIELD
Sponsored by Community Preservation Committee
Whereas,voters of the Town of Agawam chose to form a Community Preservation
Committee (CPA); and
Whereas,Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44B, Section 5 (2) allows the CPA
Committee to make recommendations to the legislative body; and
Whereas,Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44B, 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 Agawam City Council resolved in TR-2013-46 to appropriate and
authorize the release the amount 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 a full grant of two hundred forty five thousand two
hundred nine dollars and no cents($245,209.00)from the Stanton Foundation; and
Whereas,the amount of the Stanton Foundation grant was calculated based upon the
expected costs of design and construction of the dog park; and
Whereas,the actual construction costs of the dog park were significantly lower than the
expected construction costs of the facility; and
Whereas,the amount of the Stanton Foundation grant,based upon the actual design and
constriction costs, is now two hundred five thousand two hundred sixty six dollars and ninety
nine cents($205,266.99), which is less than the required grant amount stated in TR-2013-46;
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($14,145.00) from the CPA
undesignated fund balance for the creation of a dog park at Shea Field on the condition that the
Town receives a grant of two hundred five thousand two hundred sixty six dollars and ninety
nine cents($205,266.99) from the Stanton Foundation.This Resolution is intended to and does
supersede the appropriation requirements stated in TR-2013-46.
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MAYORAL ACTION
Received this day of .,/l/l 2015 from Council Clerk.
Signed by Council President this 40) day ofMA�42015.
APPROVAL OF LEGISLATION
By the powers vested in me pursuant to Article 3, Section 3-6 of the Agawam Charter,as
aiReqded, I hereby approve the passage of the above legislation on this day of
2015.
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
2015 for the following reason(s):
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Richard A. Cohen,Mayor
RETURN OF LEGISLATION TO COUNCIL CLERK
Returned to Council Clerk this day o 2015.
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THE AGAWAM CITY COUNCIL hereby further resolves to accept the Stanton
Foundation Grant in the amount of two hundred five thousand two hundred sixty six dollars and
ninety nine cents(S205,266.99)for the creation of a dog park at Shea Field.
THE AGAWAM CITY 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—q± day of 17 1 2015.
PER ORDER OF THE AGAWAM CITY COUNCIL cl..J Q- U4 Of
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Christopher C. Jo n,President IV0
APPROVZTOM AND LEGALITY
Vincent F. Mscia, City Solicitor
CERTIFIED AS TO APPROPRIATION
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Cheryl St. Joh6j Auditor
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TR-2015-23
A RESOLUTION REVISING APPROPRIATION REQUIREMENTS FROM THE
COMMUNITY PRESERVATION FUND AND AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE
OF COMMUNITY PRESERVATION FUNDS FOR THE CREATION OF A DOG PARK
AS A RECREATIONAL USE AT SHEA FIELD
Sponsored by Community Preservation Committee
Whereas,voters of the Town of Agawam chose to form a Community Preservation
Committee (CPA); and
Whereas, Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44B, Section 5 (2) allows the CPA
Committee to make recommendations to the legislative body; and
Whereas, Massachusetts General Law Chapter 4413, 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 Agawam City Council resolved in TR-2013-46 to appropriate and
authorize the release the amount 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 a full grant of two hundred forty five thousand two
hundred nine dollars and no cents ($245,209.00) from the Stanton Foundation; and
Whereas,the amount of the Stanton Foundation grant was calculated based upon the
expected costs of design and construction of the dog park; and
Whereas, the actual construction costs of the dog park were significantly lower than the
expected construction costs of the facility; and
Whereas,the amount of the Stanton Foundation grant, based upon the actual design and
construction costs, is now two hundred five thousand two hundred sixty six dollars and ninety
nine cents ($205,266.99), which is less than the required grant amount stated in TR-2013-46;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE AGAWAM CITY COUNCIL hereby resolves,
appropriates, and authorizes the expenditure of Community Preservation Funds in the amount of
fourteen thousand one hundred forty five dollars and no cents ($l 4,145.00) from the CPA
undesignated fund balance for the creation of a dog park at Shea Field on the condition that the
Town receives a grant of two hundred five thousand two hundred sixty six dollars and ninety
nine cents ($205,266.99) from the Stanton Foundation. This Resolution is intended to and does
supersede the appropriation requirements stated in TR-2013-46.
THE AGAWAM CITY COUNCIL hereby further resolves to accept the Stanton
Foundation Grant in the amount of two hundred five thousand two hundred sixty six dollars and
ninety nine cents ($205,266.99) for the creation of a dog park at Shea Field.
THE AGAWAM CITY 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 , 2015.
PER ORDER OF THE AGAWAM CITY COUNCIL
Christopher C. Johnson, President
APPROVED A TO FORM AND LEGALITY
Vincent F. 'oscia, City Solicitor
CERTIFIED AS TO APPROPRIATION
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Cheryl St. JoW Auditor
barbara bard
From: Jennifer Bonfiglio
Sent. Tuesday,April 14, 2015 11:12 AM
To: barbara bard
Subjecr FW: Dog Park Resolution
Attachments: TR-2013-46 CPA DOG PARK SHEA FIELD.pdf,CPA Minutes 092313.pdf
It has come to our attention that the resolution(TR-2013-46)which appropriated CPA funds for the creation of
the dog park at Shea Field is conditional on the Town receiving the full grant of$245,209 from the Stanton
Foundation. We have received $205,266.99 to date from Stanton and according to Chris Sparks this is all we
will receive because the actual costs were below estimated costs.
The original CPA vote to approve $14,145 was not conditional on the Stanton Foundation Grant(Please see
attached CPA minutes)
In order for Cheryl to release the CPA funds she is requesting the town revise this resolution. I have attached
the resolution for your convenience.
Please advise.
Thanks, Jen
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PRESERVATION FUND AND AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF LC F G a
COMMUNITY PRESERVATION FUNDS FOR THE CREATION OF A DOG CC p rk-
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Sponsored by Community Preservation Committee
Whereas, voters of Agawam chose to form a Community-Preservation
Committee (CPA); andCD
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Whereas,pursuant to Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44B, Section )
allows the CPA Committee to make recommendations to the legislative body; arid:,
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'Whereas,pursuant to Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44B, Section�{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 bf two hundred forty five
thousand two hundred nine dollars and no cents($245,209.00)for the creation of a dog
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($10,000.00)towards the construction costs;
Whereas,the Office of Planning 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 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
N 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 CommwiiLy Preservation Funds in the
amount of fourteen thousand one hundred forty five dollars and no cezits ($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
un nine dollars and no cents 9.00)from the Stanton Foundation
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.
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Dated this ` day of0& 2013.
PER ORDER OF THE AGAWAM .El I COUNCIL
Christopher C.7 on, Presidcut
rVED TC FORM AND LEGALT:rV
Vincent F. ' cia,City Solicitor
CERTIFIED AS TO APPROPRU T ION
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C eryl St. hn, Auditor
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MAYORALL ACTION'
Received this day of ��°�' - 2013 from Council Clerk.
Signed by Council President this C14 day of
APPROVAL OF LEGISLATION
By the powers vested in me pursuant to Article 3, Section 3-6 of the Agawam.Carter, as
amernded s, hereby approve the passage of the above legislation on this ay of
}� 2013.
Richard A. Cohen,Mayor
DISAPPROVAL OF LEGISLA77CN
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
dayof' OC-X Returned to Council Clerk this � , 2013.
Town of Agawam
Community Preservation Committee
Minutes
September 23,2013
Members Present: Henry Kozloski; Chair, Louis Russo, Richard Bennett, Corinne Wingard, Doreen Prouty
Others Presents Jennifer Bonfiglio; CPA Administrator
Meeting called to order at 6:30 PM by Chairman Kozloski.
1. Approval of Minutes: Motion to approve September 4, 2013 minutes by Member Bennett. Second by
Member Prouty. All in favor.
2. Application for Funding: Agawam Dog park-$14,145.00:
Deb Dachos; Director of Planning and Community Development, petitioning the committee for
$14,145.00 in matching funds for a Dog park in Agawam. She provides a background on the project.
ADOG(Agawam Dog Owners Group) was formed by a group of volunteers. They began fundraising to
create a dog park in town. The Planning department met with the group to assist them and find town
owned land to use for the park. An undeveloped section of Shea Field was chosen as the best location.
Berkshire Deign Group was chosen to draw a conceptual plan. Phase I of the park is a 2 acre park.
Phase II could be an additional 3 acres.
Deb Dachos received a letter from the Stanton Foundation in the Spring of 2013 providing information
on a non-competitive grant offered for dog parks.
Deb and Chris Sparks met with a representative of the foundation and toured the site.
Deb Dachos submitted an application to the foundation and received a letter shortly after that offered the
town $245,000 to complete the park with the condition that the park is built on town owned land and the
town must commit to 10%of the construction cost. The town staff member must also be a lead on the
project as well. The Stanton Foundation will also cover incidental maintenance for the first three years
equivalent to approximately$11,000/year.
Deb Dachos explained the project. The design on Phase I is low maintenance. There will be a grass
surface and composting dog waste containers.
The Mayor has committed to general maintenance. DPW will mow and dispose of dog waste. ADOG
will also continue to fundraise and assist with maintenance.
The Stanton Foundation will fund 95%of design and construction cost. $24,l 45 is needed to fulfill the
town's obligation.ADOG has committed $10,000. CPA request is $14,145.00.
Deb Dachos explains to the committee this is a rare opportunity. The Stanton Foundation is waiting for
a firm commitment of funding within 2 months.
Letters of support are provided to the committee.
Member Bennett states he is concerned with security and suggests lighting. He believes the park is an
enhancement to Shea Field. Member Bennett also encourages more police presence and patrols.
Deb Dachos agrees that security lighting is needed. The park has only been designed conceptually.
Member Wingard asks how many trees will be cut and can any be sold. Deb Dachos states most mature
trees will be retained.
Chair Kozloski asked what the cost to maintain annually will be. Deb Dachos explained that the Mayor
has committed to mowing and dog waste removal cost which is low cast. ADOG has also discussed
paying some maintenance costs.
Project will go to bid after final design.
Member Wingard asks what the time frame is. Deb states that public meetings and design work will
occur over the winter. Construction will start in the spring.
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Chairperson Kozloski opens the meeting to the public:
Deb Sanchez 36 Hemlock Ridge; President of ADOG states they have raised $11,000 in under three
years and they are committing$10,000 to this project. They will also continue to fundraise. ADOG will
also continue to work with Chris Spark as he will serve as the project manager. Deb Sanchez suggests
surveillance cameras, signs and gates to address security concerns. The idea of a key card entry is
mentioned as a possibility to ensure dogs are licensed and have rabies shots.
Barbara Lussier, 39 Oriole Pl. states there are over 4000 licensed dogs in town. She states she is in full
support of the project and the project also has the full support of the dog officer and Westfield animal
control officer.
No one speaks against.
Motion to approve application by Member Russo, second by Member Bennett.
Member Russo states this project is a great benefit to the community and there is a return on investment.
Member Prouty also agrees and feels this is a wonderful project.
Chairperson Kozloski calls for a vote: All in favor, none opposed.
3. Discussion: Recreation Plan and Track Discussion: Jennifer Bonfiglio provides a copy of the
updated Recreation plan to the members as a result of the previous meeting and recommendations by the
committee. The CPA Recreation Goals and possibilities have been updated to include:
• Rehabilitation of existing recreational assets
• Handicap accessibility improvements at existing parks
• Expansion of recreational areas in Feeding Hills
• Expansion and improvements at Shea Field
• Creation of a Dog Park
• Creation of an all-purpose community track facility at High School
• Rehabilitation or creation of tennis courts at High School
• Addition of a Small Pavilion at Perry Lane
• Addition of a Shade Shelter near playground at School Street park
• Revisit development of Meadowbrook, Valleybrook and Wade Parks
• Beautification efforts at existing parks
• Expand Passive recreation at Perry Lane
• Expand McGrath park
• Implement development strategy for use of Tuckahoe Turf Farm.
The committee discussed adding the track at the high school to the CPA recreation goals and agreed
they support the project in conjunction with the town and within the limits of the Act.
Motion to accept the amended recreation plan by Member Russo. Second my Member Prouty.
All in favor.
4. Shea Field Discussion:
Member Bennett provides a background and condition report concerning the building at Shea Field. It
looks like the building will be saved. It has been agrees by Town staff that the roof will be replaced and
the building will not be torn down. Member Bennett has just finished painting the building.
5. School Street Barn: Motion to return $315,000 to the general CPA fund since the funding was
contingent on a$100,000 Mass Historical Grant which was not received. All in favor.
6. Motion to adjourn at 8:30 PM by Member Russo. Second by Member Prouty. All in favor.
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