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A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FROM THE COMMUNITY
PRESERVATION FUND AND AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF
COMMUNITY PRESERVATION FUNDS FOR THE CREATION OF PICKLE
BALL COURTS AT BORGATTI FIELD
WHEREAS, voters of Agawam chose 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, pursuant to 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 it's residents;
WHEREAS, the Community Preservation Committee has recommended appropriation
and expenditure in the amount of twenty nine thousand five hundred seven dollars
($29,507.00)from the open space fund balance;and
WHEREAS, the expenditure will allow the Town to create pickle ball courts on land
owned by the Town of Agawam and located at Borgatti Field;
NOW THEREFORE, THE AGAWAM CITY COUNCIL hereby further resolves,
appropriates and authorizes the expenditure of Community Preservation Funds in the
amount of twenty nine thousand five hundred seven dollars ($29,507.00) from the open
space fund balance for the creation of pickle ball courts at Borgatti Field in accordance
with M.G.L. Ch. 44b, Sec. 2.
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 1Luckk .2016.
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PER ORDER OF THE AGAWAM CITY COUNCIL ''"' +��� G �t,
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6&es P. Cichetti,President
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APPROVED AS TO APPROPRIATION
C eryl St, hn, udito
MAYORAL ACTION
Received this day of a ,2016 from Council Clerk.
Signed by Council President this —�+ r ` day of !V l�. , 2016.
APPROVAL OF LEGISLATION
By the powers vested in me pursuant to Article 3, Section 3-6 of the AgWom,aFter, as
amended, I hereby approve the passage of the above legislation on this 01 day of
2016.
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
2016 for the following reason(s):
Richard A. Cohen,Mayor
REI N OF LEGISLATION TO COUNCIL CLERK
Returned to Council Clerk this �' �'t day of Ivl 2016.
TR-2016-14
A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FROM THE COMMUNITY
PRESERVATION FUND AND AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF
COMMUNITY PRESERVATION FUNDS FOR THE CREATION OF PICKLE
BALL COURTS AT BORGATTI FIELD
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 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 it's residents;
WHEREAS, the Community Preservation Committee has recommended appropriation
and expenditure in the amount of twenty nine thousand five hundred seven dollars
($29,507.00) from the open space fund balance; and
WHEREAS, the expenditure will allow the Town to create pickle ball courts on land
owned by the Town of Agawam and located at Borgatti Field;
NOW THEREFORE, THE AGAWAM CITY COUNCIL hereby further resolves,
appropriates and authorizes the expenditure of Community Preservation Funds in the
amount of twenty nine thousand five hundred seven dollars ($29,507.00) from the open
space fund balance for the creation of pickle ball courts at Borgatti Field in accordance
with M.G.L. Ch. 44b, Sec. 2.
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 , 2016.
PER ORDER OF THE AGAWAM CITY COUNCIL
James P. Cichetti, President
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY
Vincent F. Gioscia, City Solicitor
APPROVED AS TO APPROPRIATION
Cheryl St. John, Auditor
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Community Preservation Act
Application for Funding
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Town of Agawam
Department of Parks 1
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January 2016
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COMMUNITY PRESERVATION
VP PROJECT APPLICATION COVER SHEET
7rojecattle: Borgatti Pickle Ball Courts
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Remove existing dilapidated basketball courts and install two Pickle Ball Courts with ADA compliant
walkway connecting both parking lots and bathrooms.
Estimated start date: Spring 2016 Estimated completion date: Summer 2016
CPA Program Area(check all that apply):
X_Open Space _Historic Preservation _Community Housing _X_Recreation
Contact Person and or/ rim applicant: Chris S arks Director of Parks & Recreation
Organization(if a licabie): Town of Agawam, Parks&Recreation
Mailing Address: 1000 Suffield Street,Agawam, MA 01001
Daytime phone#: 821-0514 T Fax#: 821-0637
E-mail address: recreation@agawam.ma.us
Project Manager: Chris Sparks, Director of Parks &Recreation
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Total budget for project: $39,242 (see attached budget)
CPA funding request: $29,507 i
Other Funding Source: Town of A warn Gift Account $9,735
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Date Submitted: January 21,2016
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What Community Preservation criteria does this project meet? Please try to answer those questions
that apply and include program specific criteria found in the CPA Plan:
• Does this project serve multiple needs and populations and/or addresses more than one focus
area of CPA?
Pickle Ball is a growing sport enjoyed by many people that attend the Agawam Senior Center
and is played in physical education at the Agawam High School. The new courts would allow
us to host leagues and tournaments for people of all ages as well as have courts available for the
general public to use.
• Is ongoing maintenance and upkeep required? If yes, please explain how this will be
accomplished and include detailed maintenance costs if applicable and funding and revenue
sources,if any.
Maintenance would be minimal with the occasional blowing off of the courts. The Agawam
DPW already maintains this area and the new additions to the park will have no significant
impact on routine maintenance.
• Does this project preserves, utilizes,protects and/or enhances current town-owned assets?
New Pickle Ball courts would enhance tow-owned assets by providing another recreational
outlet that is not available anywhere else in Town.
• Does this project save resources that would otherwise be threatened?
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This project will remove dilapidated,unusable,and unsafe asphalt and replace it with a new and
safe recreational opportunity.
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• Does this project leverage additional or multiple sources of public and/or private fiends?
Yes, the Town of Agawam Parks & Recreation Department will contribute to the overall project
by paying for all fence work, installation of benches, and any unforeseen cost averages.
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• Does this project receive endorsement by community groups, municipal boards and/or
departments? Please include any letters of support or endorsement.
See attached letters of support.
• Does this project demonstrate that other funding sources are not readily available or sufficient?
Yes, the Parks & Recreation Department is cooperating in funding this project. However,
completion of this project is not possible without CPA funding.
• Does this project use local contractors where possible?
Yes, our DPW, local paving contractors and local fence contractors will be utilized.
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approximately 7.5 feet from side lines to fences
To Concession
Remove existing courts 130'x 70'
Add new pavement 80'x 80'
Add 500 feet of walking path
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Pickle Ball Courts
Budget
CPA Request:
Palmer Paving(Town Contract)
Projected expenses prepared by Roland Barbeito,Town Engineer $16,22$.00
Vermont Tennis Court Surfacing
Paint courts,provide and install Pickle Ball nets $11,939.00
New England Recreation Group
Provide benches $1,340.00
To�a1.CPA�Regiiest �29,SQ7;00
Town of Agawam
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Independent Fence
Fencing surrounding Pickle Ball courts $7,645.00
New fence along entrance of parking lot 1$1,590.00
DPW
Two concrete pads for benches $500.00
Install benches 0.00
Total:Towri.:Contributioris $973 5.00
Total Pi jecttost $39;242.,I?p
Park Portion Length Width AreaTack Reclamation HMA Cumulative Total
Name OTY S 5.00 5 1.34 5 0.70 NEW SY Inc S 85.00
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Borpd Court* 130 70 9100 1011.1 51 253 1355 708 711.11 3 120 $ 10,199.98 S 12,515.43
Pavillion 24 18 432 48 2.4 12 1 3 8.1 S 688.50 S 700.50
Pavillion
WAY 27 11 297 331 1.65 8.25 3 5.6 S 473.34 $ 481.59
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Sidewalk 1 500 5 S 2,935.00
Total S 16,632.52
*new pickleball court dimension(8040/9) SY=711.11
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Reclaim existing 130'x70'basketball court
Add NEW pickleball court footprint 180'x80')on old(130'x70')basketball court footprint
Install waikaround area outside of fenced in piddebail court
Install at most 500'of NEW asphalt walking path
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Fencing Proposal
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Work to be completed:
a. Supply and install two sets of new concrete footings,two(2)sets of Douglas Sidewinder netposts,
two(2)pickle ball nets two(2) center straps and anchors.
b. Clean entire surface area with compressed air.
c. Total area to receive one(1)coat of Premier Sports Fill. This will fill surface voids and act as a
prime coat for the color system. Material manufactured by California Sports Surfaces.
d. Total area to receive two(2)coats of Premier Sports Surface.Color to be selected by owner.
Texture coats to contain the proper amount of sand to provide a tough wearing base. Top coat
to contain proper amount of pigment to give a long lasting and attractive surface.
Material manufactured by California Sports Surfaces.
e. Apply two(2)sets of hand painted,white,textured pickle ball lines with Elite Line paint.
Note; Price does includes Mass. Wages.
Hie propose hereby to furnish material and labor-complete in accordance with above specifications,for the sum of.
Eleven Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty Nine and no/100 ($ 11
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January 19, 2016
Chris Sparks
Director
Town of Agawam
1000 Suffield Street
Agawam, MA 01001
Re: Park Bench quote
Chris:
Per your request,please find enclosed the following Park Bench quote from New England Recreation Group for
your project in Agawam.
A. 2 each: Ultrasite#P940SM-P6- 6' Park Bench w/back($525.00 ea.) $ 1,050.00/2 total
• Perforated punched steel,surface mount with powder coated frame.
FREIGHT. $ 345.00
MHEC Contract Discount: $ -( 55.00)
TOTAL: $ 1,340.00 Delivered
Price is for delivered materials only and does not include any applicable tax,assembly, installation,anchoring
hardware or lift gate delivery for customer offload. Price is good for 60 days and is based on quantities as
listed.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions or should you need any additional information.
I look forward to the opportunity to assist you and thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely yours,
Mark Gallagher
P.O. Box 1503
Westboro, MA 0 158 1
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INDEPENDENT FENCE& IRON WORKS INC.
1349 Main Street DATE ESTIMATE NO.
P.O. Box 263 11/25/2015 843
Agawam,MA 01001
NAME/ADDRESS
Agawam Park&Recreation Dept.
1000 Suffield Street
Agawam,MA 01001
PROJECT
Borgatti Park PicklebalI Court Fence
DESCRIPTION OTY COST TOTAL
Subject: Quotation for chain link fencing and gates,
Pickleball Court site,Borgatti Park location.
Scope of Work:
1.Furnish and install approximately 344 linear feet
of 4'high chain link fencing at above site. Included i
in above is center court divider and 2 access gates.
Wire fabric to be 2"mesh x #9 gauge galvanized
chain link.All posts to be set in concrete footings.
Amount of Quotation: 5,450.00 5,450.00
2. Furnish and install same as in above with
fencing and gates to be 6'high in place of 4'high.
Amount of Quotation: 7,980.00 7,980.00
3.Furnish and install same as in Quotation I above
with 6':high chain link at perimeter(approximately
280D. Included are 2 pass gates. Balance of fencing
to consist of 70 linear feet of4'high fence.for-;,
interior.court divider.All as per directions.
Amount of Quotation: 7,645.00 7,545.00,': '
Sincerely Yours, TOTAL
Daniel R. Caroleo/President ,
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1349 Main Street
P.O. Box 263 DATE ESTIMATE NO.
Agawam,MA 01001 UI 2015 845
NAMEIADDRESS
Agawam Park 6t Recreation Dept.
1000 Suffield Street
Agawam,MA 01001
PROJECT
Borgatti Park North...
DESCRIPTION QTY COST TOTAL
Subject:Quotation for Fence Renovations,Borgatti Park North
entrance drive.
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Scope of Work:Dismantle existing 6'high chain link fencing at
above site.Straighten and repair post uprights.Customer to paint
posts.Furnish and install approximately 90 linear feet of C high
chain link Fencing,top pipe railing,fixtures and ties on existing
painted framework.Delete existing gate and return section at
concession arm Restore fencing to proper condition.
Amount of Project Quotation: 1,590.00 1,590.00 k
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For Additional Information on Court Dimensions,see the Official IFP Rulebook(/ifp-official-
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A.Court Specifications
The dimensions and measurements for the standard piddeball court are:
A.1.The court shall be a rectangle 20 feet wide(6.10 m)and 44 feet long(13.41 m)for both
singles and doubles matches.
A.2.A total playing area 30 feet wide(9.14 m)and 60 feet long(18.28 m)is the minimum
size that is recommended.A total size of 34 feet by 64 feet is preferred.
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A.3.Court measurements shall be made to the outside of the lines.The lines should be 2
inches(5.1 cm)In width and the same color,clearly contrasting with the color of the court
surface.
B.Lines and Areas
The lines and areas of the standard pickleball court are:
B.I.Baselines.The baselines are the lines parallel to the net at each end of the court.
B.2.Sidelines.The sidelines are the lines perpendicular to the net on each side of the court.
B.3. Non-Volley Line. The non-volley line is the line on each side of the net between the
sidelines and parallel to the net.These lines are located 7 feet(2.13 m)from the net.
B.4.Non-Volley Zones.The non-volley zone is the area of the court bounded by the two
sidelines,the non-volley line,and the net.The non volley line and the sidelines are included
in the non-volley zone.
B.S.Centerlines.The centerline is the line on each side of the net bisecting the area
between the non-volley line and the baseline.
B.6.Service Courts.The service courts are the areas on either side of the centerline,
bounded by the non-volley line,the baseline,and the sideline.
C.Net Specifications
C.1.Material.The net may be made of any netted material.
C.2. Net Size.The net length shall be at least 20 feet(6.1 m)extending from one sideline to
the other.The net width shall be at least 2 feet(0.8 m).
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C.3. Mesh Size.The net's mesh size must be sufficiently small to prevent a ball from passing I
through it.
C.4. Height.The net shall be suspended over the center of the court and shall be 36 inches
(0.914 m)high at the sidelines and 34 Inches(0.86 m)high at the center of the court.
C.5.Center Strap.A center strap may be placed at the center of the net to enable easy
adjustment to the 34 in.(0.86 cm)requirement at center.
C.6. Net Edge.The top of the net should be edged with a 2 Inch(S cm)white binding over a
cord or cable running through the binding.This binding must rest upon the cord or cable.
C.7.Posts.Net posts should be placed outside the sidelines. Recommended placement is 12
inches(30.48 cm)from the sideline.
See also: Suggestions for Laying Out a Picklebafl Court (httpJ/www.usepa.org/wp-
content/uploads/2013/06/Suggestions-for-Laying-0ut-a-Picklebafl-Court.pdf) and Do
It Yourself Guidelines(/do4t yourself-guidelines/)
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Suggestions for Outdoor Courts
Because outdoor courts are exposed to the environment,they require optimal orientation and
fencing.
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Orientation
There are two principles that govern the orientation of tennis courts.These are;
-The position of the sun.
-The effects of shadows cast onto the court surface.
It is important to avoid players having to look into the sun when facing the opposite end of the
court.As the sun moves from east to west during the day,then a similar orientation of the
tennis court must be avoided.The effects of the sun are minimized by adopting a generally
north-south orientation,such that the sun is to the side of(or directly overhead)the court.The
general principle to follow is that,during times of maximum usage, low elevations of the sun
should be avoided behind the server(it should be noted that the sun is at its lowest elevations
early and late in the day).
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Due to the earth's precession(tilting of the polar axis),a north-south orientation is not always
the best solution.The times of day and the seasons of the year when the court is likely to be
used should be considered. For example,an outdoor court may not be heavily used in the
middle of the day when the temperature is high.Similarly,some courts are Intended for year-
round use,while others will only be used in certain seasons.Also,the latitude at which the court
is being constructed should be considered,as locations closer to the equator,where play is
more likely to take place all year round are more likely to be affected by the low-elevation of the
sun in winter.As an example,the following table shows that,at the equator in mid January,the
sun is in the south-west during the late afternoon to early evening period,when it is also low in
the sky.Thus,a court in this location in heavy use at this time of year should be oriented north-
west to south-east by about 250.
Fencing
Fencing has two main purposes:
-To contain the ball within the playing area.
-To provide security.
There are several different types of fencing.The wire type is commonly used because It allows
maximum light to pass through and people to see in and out,it's a relatively cost-effective
option,and it contains the ball within the court boundaries(the effectiveness of this will depend
In part on the height of the fence).
Fencing should be constructed of(or covered with)rust resistant material,and should be free of
protrusions that would increase the risk of injury to players. '
Plastic-coated chain-link netting is normally used.The mesh size needs to be sufficiently small ?
to stop the ball going through.The ball is about 65 mm in diameter,so 45 mm or 50 mm mesh
Is often specified(by tobar(http://www.dresshead.com/dresshead-staff-profile-esteban-tobar/) I
at dresshead.com(http://www.dresshead.corn)).The mesh should be fixed to the court side of
the mounting posts to minimize erratic bounces.
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The height of the backstop depends on what is behind it.The minimum fence height is
dependent on the location of the court and the problems and dangers associated with the ball
going outside of the court confines.A minimum height would normally be 3.0 m,although
certain conditions may require something higher,for example,if the court is close to a road or
residential area.
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The sidestop should be the same height as the backstop for at least 6.0 m from the backstop, `
with 9.0 m being recommended.Where a sidestop is used,it should not be less than 0.9 m in
height.
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Needs
There are two primary motivators for acquisition and preservation of land for recreation.
Demand for recreation facilities is rising and, as these facilities are more intensively used,
there is a need to provide periodic relief so they can recover and continue to serve the
community's needs. Demand is driven by several factors, among which are the growth of
sports opportunities for girls and women, the increasing popularity of organized leagues for
youth and adults, widespread recognition of the benefits of exercise on health and fitness, and
the generalized need for relaxation as a response to the frantic pace of modem life. Together,
these factors have steadily pushed the limits of existing space dedicated to recreation. Because
of resource limits, some deserving citizens must search beyond the City limits to participate in
their preferred recreational activities. Waterfront facilities are expensive and due to permitting
and land use constraints, are limited.
Goals and Possibilities
Recreational uses encompass a wide variety of potential projects, and CPA funds can be
used to fund the development, creation, or expansion of any lands that fall into this category.
Examples of these facilities might include: soccer fields, outdoor theatre spaces, tot lots, senior
citizen parks, auditory and tactile outdoor recreation kiosks, kayak rowing and canoe launch
areas, cross country skiing, cycling, river cruises, rail trails, multi-use trails, and other pathway
developments. Additionally, CPA funds could be used to rehabilitate or restore recreational
land or facilities in order that they satisfy their intended purpose, and help maximize the value
and use of land already dedicated to recreation.
Additional improvements in which the CPA committee favors in conjunction with the town
and within the limits of the Act include:
`a. Rehabilitation of existing recreational assets. .
`2. ,Handicap-accessibility•i provements at.existing.parks . ;.
I Expansion of recreational.areas in Feeding Hills S
4, Expansion and improvements at Shea Field
5. .Addition of a Small Pavilhon.at Perry Lane
6. Addition of a Shade Shelter.near playground at School Street park ;
7. Revisit development.of Meadowbrook,Valleybrook and Wade Parks
,.$. .Beautification efforts at existing parks
9. 'Expand Passive recreation at Perry Lane =
1 Q.Expand McGrath park
11.I9 lement development strategy for use of Tuckahoe Turf Farm..
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