Open Space Advisory Board Agenda and Packet 2017 12 13

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PAGE3OF3 • In partnership with surrounding communities, collaborate to create a network of dog park facilities throughout the city and in partnership with surrounding communities that serve local neighborhoods, connected by trails and wayfinding • Researching, designing, building and maintaining the key components for permanent dedicated dog parks on park land (The Guide to Successful Dog Parks http://gooddogsa.com/media/W1siZils1j1wMTUvMDMvMDMv0WM2bGhqZ G8yZ19VbmxIYXNoZWREb2dQYXJrcy5wZGYiXVO/UnleashedDogParks.pdf) Core infrastructure • Perimeter fencing • Entry gates/ doggy airlock (2 gates per entry) • Service (maintenance) gates • Pathways (internal and external) • Ground surfaces (e.g. grass, mulch, gravel, sand, concrete) • Landscaping (e.g. vegetation, screen planting,mounding) Essential amenities • Drinking water fountains (including plumbing & drainage) • Bins and bag dispensers • Shelter • Seating • Signs (e.g. directional and park rules) Optional amenities • Site lighting • Facilities (e.g. toilets) • Notice board • Dog equipment • After the development of a Dog Park Management Plan and making progress on establishing new Human/Dog recreation options in Louisville neighborhoods, proceed with the permanent closure of the Davidson Mesa Dog Off -leash area and rehabilitation and management of the property to preserve and protect these natural resources. • Continued access by humans and dogs on -leash to all trails in the Davidson Mesa Open Space and the entire City of Louisville Open Space trail system. Next Steps: 1. Partner with PPLAB to solicit public, other advisory board and City Council input throughout the recommendation process. 2. Research best practices and develop recommendations for City Council and staff by July, 2018. CITY COUNCIL COMMUNICATION 9