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Home My WebLink About02/06/2025 - Meeting Materials PARKS,NATURAL LANDS,URBAN FORESTRY AND TRAILS ADVISORY BOARD of SALT LAKE CITY Formal Meeting Thursday,February 6,2025 5:00 p.m.-7:15 p.m. Join via zoom:https:,//us02web.zoom.us,4j/89572796062?pwd=TA3WIES6Tnk2mlAmGvslpBPjOhgeFf.1 Or join at the Public Lands Administrative Building:1965 W.500 S.Salt Lake City,UT 84104 Upstairs Parks Training Room Join by phone Phone:+1 346 248 7799 Webinar ID: 895 7279 6062 Access code:642169 AGENDA 1. Convening the Meeting 5:00 PM A. Call to order B. Chair Comments 5 mins 2. Approval of Minutes 5:05 PM - Approve January 9, 2025 meeting minutes 5 mins 3. Public Comment 5:10 PM - Verbal comments are limited to no more than 3 minutes; 15 minutes total.Written comments are welcome. 4. Director's Report 5:25 PM - Introduce New Landscape Architects-Tom Millar 5 mins - Term Expiration Recognition: Ms. Finch & Ms. Hewson -Tyler Murdock 5 mins - Summary of current high-priority department items. -Tyler Murdock 5 mins 5. Staff Presentations, Updates& Discussions 5:40 PM A. Parks Operations Update-Toby Hazelbaker&Carmen Bailey 40 mins B. Donation Policy Discussion -Tyler Murdock 20 mins C. Staff Updates. -Ashlyn Larsen 5 mins 6. Board Discussion 6:45 PM A. FY25/26 Budget Insights & Letter-of-Support Discussion 25 mins B. Committee Reporting 10 mins C. Board comments and question period & Request for future agenda items 10 mins D. Board Engagement Opportunities/Requests 5 mins E. Next meeting: March 6, 2025 7. Adjournow- 7:35 PM _ DEPARTMENT of * PUBLIC LANDS PNUT Board Meeting: February Written Update Requests: Planninci and Desicin Division Updates: Glendale Park Phase 1 Construction Construction continues to go well on the Glendale Park Phase I project. The contractor has cleared and mass-graded the site. Utilities, including water and sewer, are currently being installed, and the dry creek bed swale is underway. The contractor will soon start on the underground stormwater detention system. Several of the concrete seat walls have been formed and poured. The contractor has also started building some of the boulder retaining walls, including those around the future playground. Plant material is being sourced and obtained, and planting will most likely occur during the spring and early summer. The playground will most likely start construction within the next few months, but the playground surfacing is contingent upon having the correct temperatures, so the surfacing will most likely not be installed until April or May at the earliest. Allen Park Utility Project This project is in permitting and will be under construction in 2025. The utilities will make operations and maintenance easier and will be a red carpet for Phase 1 improvements in coming years. Jefferson Park Construction Jefferson Park improvements have been divided into two separate projects due to different implementation timelines: 1) Playground Replacement and 2) Full Reimagining. Public Lands received the playground equipment in 2024; however, we were unable to identify a state contractor willing to accept the work, so staff is now preparing to bid the project out. Staff is hoping to have this project constructed by spring 2025. The remaining scope of work for the park will be contracted to a consultant for engagement and planning to kick off in spring 2025, aligned with the playground grand opening. Design will continue through this year, and construction would be anticipated in spring 2026. Parks Public Lands: Sustainability Practices Summary: This report outlines the ongoing sustainability initiatives and future goals for equipment and fleet management across the Public Lands divisions, focusing on Golf, Urban Forestry, Parks, and Trails & Natural Lands. Key efforts include transitioning from gas-powered to lithium-ion battery-powered equipment, such as golf carts and tools, to reduce emissions and improve efficiency. Notable projects include testing automated, battery-powered mowers at golf courses and expanding electric vehicle use in Urban Forestry. In Parks, initiatives include increasing the use of electric tools and experimenting with solar-powered charging for mowers. The report also highlights strategies for improving air quality management, including reducing idling and optimizing vehicle usage. Looking ahead, the divisions are committed to further transitioning to electric and hybrid vehicles, as well as exploring innovative solutions to enhance sustainability and reduce environmental impact across all operations. Golf Division (2020 - Present) • Mountain Dell Golf Course: Replaced 152 gas-powered golf carts with lithium-ion battery-powered carts. • Bonneville, Forest Dale, and Glendale Golf Courses: Upgraded 187 lead- acid battery carts to lithium-ion battery-powered carts. • Advantages of Lithium-Ion Batteries: Lithium-ion batteries are more efficient, have a longer range, require less maintenance, consume less power to charge, and last at least twice as long as lead- acid batteries. Golf 2025 Initiatives • Rose Park Golf Course: Testing battery-powered, GPS-controlled, automated rough mowers. These mowers are quiet, operate autonomously, and can function during regular play. If successful, they will reduce fuel consumption, labor costs, and emissions. • Turf Reduction: Golf is mapping courses to identify areas currently irrigated and mowed that could be removed from the schedule. This would reduce mower use. Additionally, Golf is experimenting with drought-tolerant plants to replace turf, which would minimize water use and mowing. Golf partnership with the Native Plant Program could continue to identify areas that will increase turf reduction and increase bio-diversity and habitat within periphery areas. Urban Forestry (2020 - Present) • Introduced a hybrid/low-emission vehicle into service. • Transitioned all Urban Forestry crews to electric chainsaws and blowers, with 85% of pruning cuts now made using zero-emissions chainsaws. Gas- powered saws are only used for large cuts and big tree removals. Service Coordination: Non-emergency inspections and visits are suspended on Red Air Days and minimized on Orange Air Days. Large Tree Removals: Operations involving heavy diesel equipment are paused on Red Air Days, favoring pruning activities. Crews and supervisors are encouraged to conduct indoor training on Red Air Days. Urban Forestry 2025 Goals: The division is committed to replacing fleet vehicles with electric and hybrid options as existing vehicles are due for replacement and suitable alternatives become available. Parks (2020 - Present) • Electric Tools: Each district uses an average of 35 electric tools, replacing equivalent 2-stroke gas-powered tools. Approximately 200 electric blowers, trimmers, chainsaws, pruners, and push mowers are in use across public lands, parks, and urban trails. • Gas-Powered Equipment in Use: 0 44 gas or diesel-powered riding mowers remain in use for medium- and large-area mowing, along with large-capacity gas blowers and chainsaws for tasks like cutting hardwood trees or clearing wet leaves. Electric blowers are less practical at the Cemetery, with its hilly terrain. 0 Snow removal equipment is still gas-powered as electric snow blowers do not perform well in winter conditions. • Electric Riding Mowers: Six electric riding mowers have replaced older diesel models and are used daily, particularly in flat areas like RAC and athletic fields. • Air Quality Actions: On Red Air Days, teams are encouraged to stay indoors for safety training, equipment maintenance, and cross-training. Administration uses electric vehicles (EVs) and carpooling for cross-city meetings, and staff carpool to job sites. Logistics: Equipment is staged throughout the city to minimize long commutes. Public Lands is continuing to evaluate remote staging sites throughout the City for each District that could decrease travel time and increase efficiency. Parks 2025 Initiatives: • Mower Trailer with Solar Charging: Testing a solar-powered mower trailer for field charging. • Telecommuting Policy: Considering a department-level telecommuting policy for bad air days, similar to Public Services. Trails & Natural Lands (TNL) (2020 - Present) Red Air Day Activities: On Red Air Days, the following activities are prioritized: • In-shop training (equipment maintenance, etc.) • Tool maintenance, cleaning, and organization • Administrative work (during the off-season) • Greenhouse work • Mild outdoor tasks with N95 masks available for safety; staff are encouraged to limit outdoor time. • Option for staff to take the day off. • Virtual or pre-recorded training modules to ensure equity and accountability. TNL 2025 Ideas: • Commuting Benefits: Explore compensating team members for the difference in commute time when using alternative transportation (e.g., biking or public transit) compared to driving. • Idling Reduction: Educate and incentivize teams to reduce idling, especially for air conditioning (summer) or heat (winter). Ensure staff know where climate-controlled spaces are available to make calls, check emails, and do administrative and Cartegraph work. • Vehicle Use Audit: Conduct regular audits of team vehicle usage to identify opportunities to reduce driving mileage, group tasks closer together, improve route planning, and track vehicle mileage for efficiency. • Electric Tool Use: Increase the use of electric tools on Red Air Days and whenever possible. Events Our Community Events team is dedicated to creating experiences that unite people, build meaningful connections, and empower individuals to contribute to the well- being of our city. By organizing impactful events, we aim to engage residents, strengthen neighborhood ties, and cultivate a deep sense of pride and shared responsibility. An engaged community looks out for one another, creating a safer, more vibrant place to live. Quick Stats • 16 different event types, 36 activated days • 496 staff hours spent at events • Events by Maintenance Districts (different than Council Districts): 0 1: 7 events; 12 days 0 2: 1 event; 4 days 0 3: 2 events; 2 days 0 4: 4 events; 16 days 0 5: 1 event; 1 day 0 6: 0 0 7: 0 0 8: 1 event; 1 day • Ballpark Events: Yoga in the Park, Jefferson Jams, Kensington Street Festival, and Ballpark Blockbuster • North Temple Events: Artist Stroll, Children's Day, and Folsom Fiesta • Pioneer Park Events: Fall Dog Training, Yappy Hour, and Lights On! New 2025 Event Jefferson Jams Introducing Jefferson Jams, a brand-new concert series at Jefferson Park! Each month, we'll offer a variety of activities to complement the live performances, making it a complete and enjoyable evening for all. Food trucks will be on hand to serve delicious meals, so you can grab dinner while soaking in the music. Inspired by our experience with Ballpark Bites, we've learned that high-quality entertainment is key to drawing people to the park. That's why we're focused on bringing in top-notch acts to create a fun, lively atmosphere and bring the community together for a memorable evening in the park! Returning Events These events are returning due to popular demand and tradition. Mayor's Bike to Work Days Mayor's Bike to Work Days is a quarterly event that invites the community to join Mayor Mendenhall for a morning bike ride to work. It's a great opportunity to connect with others, promote a healthy lifestyle, and show support for the city's commitment to sustainability. Earth Week In collaboration with our Volunteer Team and Parks Department, we're excited to expand this year's event to include three impactful volunteer projects at different parks. The event will take place on Saturday, April 191h, Tuesday, April 22n1, and Friday, April 25th, providing multiple opportunities for the community to get involved. This expansion allows us to tackle more projects across various locations and offers flexible volunteer times to accommodate different schedules. Children's Day Celebrating all things kid! After the success of our inaugural event in 2024, we're thrilled to bring it back due to popular demand. This fun-filled day brings together organizations across the city dedicated to early learning and development. Some of our partners include SLC Library, Tracy Aviary, Ballet West, and the Natural History Museum. Families can enjoy games, music, food trucks, and a variety of family- oriented fun. Artist Stroll Another event we're bringing back from 2024! This event brings artists out to create an art walk through the park, where local artists and performers come to life. Yoga in the Park A community favorite, Yoga in the Park is back, but this year, we will be moving to a new location. It will be held in the Ballpark area at Jefferson Park. This event offers the perfect opportunity for the community to come together, enjoy the benefits of yoga, and connect with both the park and one another. Spring and Fall Dog Training This event is to promote good dog ownership and provide a free class for owners to work with a certified dog trainer. Potential partnership with the Park Ranger program will allow the rangers to expand their Bark Ranger program and increase awareness of our Be W.I.L.D initiative. Drone Shows Our Independence Day and Pioneer Day drone shows are back. These events are very popular and are two of our highest-attended events. Ballpark Blockbuster Held in the Ballpark area, this outdoor movie night is for the whole family. We provide a fun movie on our large outdoor screen and free popcorn. Yappy Hour A beloved event that draws dog owners from across the city, we're making a few exciting changes this year! To beat the summer heat, we'll be hosting this event every other month from June to October. After feedback about July's extreme heat, we've decided to move away from that month to ensure the safety and comfort of both pets and people. And to help spread out the fun, we're relocating the Liberty Park event to Jordan Park, providing more space and variety for our community. Kensington Street Festival This will be our third and final year partnering with RoHa Brewing Project to collaborate on the Kensington Street Festival. We have worked with RoHa to put a plan in place so they can continue to produce this event for years to come. This will allow us to support other Ballpark engagement activities and continue to grow community engagement in the area. Fisher Mansion Beer Garden The annual Fisher Mansion Beer Garden is back, a fun two-day event that brings the party to Fisher Mansion. This event includes beverages provided by Fisher Brewing, live music, lawn games, and food trucks. Partnerships with JRC and Seven Canyons Trust allow us to highlight and showcase the Jordan River and Trail. Folsom Fiesta This event celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month and highlights the rich traditions of Hispanic culture. This street festival includes cultural performances, traditional foods, artisanal crafts, and local vendors that showcase the beauty and diversity of Hispanic heritage. It's a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a celebration of history, art, and community! Monster Block Party Held at the Regional Athletic Complex, this is a trunk-or-treat event for families. This is a day of spooky fun that includes costumes, various Halloween activities, live performances, and trunk or treat with local businesses. Lights On! Celebrating the lite trees in Pioneer Park, this event focuses on bringing the community out to celebrate the holiday season. We offer classes, live performances, a food truck, and Scion Cider onsite with various drink options. The target audience for this event is adults, but all ages are welcome. This event offers a wonderful opportunity for attendees to embrace the holiday spirit and come together for an evening. TO: Parks, Natural Lands, Urban Forestry, and Trails Advisory Board/Mayor's Office FROM: Public Lands Department DATE: February 6, 2025 SUBJECT: Public Lands Draft Donation Policy Purpose: The Department of Public Lands recently drafted a donation policy and is seeking input from the Mayor's Office and Parks, Natural Lands, Urban Forestry, and Trails Board. The proposed donation policy will clearly outline the process by which constituents may donate to the Department and the procedures the Department will follow to remain consistent, equitable, and inclusive when processing donations. It also aims to address three key challenges: 1. Compliance: Ensuring alignment with ordinance 57-9-4. 2. Efficiency: Identify ways to optimize limited staffing resources to manage the increasing volume of donation requests better. 3. Sustainability: Ensuring consistency among approved donations to maintain long-term upkeep and prevent declines in park visitor experiences caused by unsuitable or unfavorable donations. Research: Staff thoroughly researched other municipalities' Park donation policies to ensure alignment with standard practices. Some themes were present among most other examples we found: 1. Donors must pay the full donation cost, which often includes installation, purchasing, labor, etc. 2. Departments have a range of restrictions on memorials and plaques, with some prohibiting them entirely and others strictly standardizing the wording and appearance criteria. 3. Departments often identify specific infrastructure permitted, such as benches, drinking fountains, bike racks, etc., to ensure consistency, safety, and quality. 4. Departments often note that they will not replace or repair donated items due to damage, theft, or natural decline. Notable Policy Features: 1. The policy provides detailed guidelines on the cost and specifications for approved benches and trees. The Department has thoroughly researched each approved item, factoring in supply costs (e.g., benches, trees), labor for installation, and administrative time. These calculations ensure donations cover all associated expenses without straining operational or maintenance budgets. 2. The policy introduces a tiered approach to accepting tree donations, recognizing the Department's limited capacity to support large-scale tree- planting events without overextending operational staff. This approach helps donors understand that while tree donations are welcomed, the level of customization—such as tailored experiences, specific locations, and preferred species—depends on the donation amount and available resources. 3. The policy prohibits donated plaques or memorials in parks or on trees unless they meet the criteria specified in ordinance 57-9-4. Donors who believe their plaque or memorial qualify under these requirements may submit a memo to the PNUT board detailing its significance for review and potential approval. Donated plaques and memorials must meet the material and design specifications outlined in the policy if approved. Additional Considerations 1. As noted above, City ordinance 57-9-4 permits plaques and memorials only when honoring a person or organization deemed "significant" to Salt Lake City. However, the ordinance does not define what qualifies as "significant." To ensure equitable evaluation of each donation, we have established additional steps to address this concern. Donors must provide a written justification explaining how the memorial is honoring something of "significance," which will be reviewed and assessed by the PNUT Board and Department Directors to ensure it meets the guidelines in the ordinance. Salt Lake City Department of Public Lands Donation Policy and Procedures Purpose The purpose of this donation policy is to create guidelines for the acceptance of donations to the City's Department of Public Lands. It will establish a review process that considers the donor's intentions as well as their previous donations and their past, present, and future business with Salt Lake City Corporation; the needs and desires of the community; the advice of the Parks, Natural Lands, Urban Forestry, and Trails(PNUT)Advisory Board, and city benefits and costs associated with proposed donations, including long term costs of maintenance and care of donated property. This policy intends to help donors reach their intended goals while ensuring donations are received and utilized ethically and legally and are consistent with the mission,goals, plans, resources, and limitations of the Department of Public Lands and Salt Lake City Corporation. Policy 1. The Department of Public Lands welcomes donations that enhance parks,trails, natural lands,the City's urban forest,golf courses, and other open spaces. 2. To process a donation with the City,the donor must provide their full name, address, email address, and phone number to conduct business with the City. Donors may remain publicly anonymous. 3. Donations to the Department of Public Lands must align with the goals and objectives established in "Reimagine Nature,"the City's Public Land Master Plan. 4. The Public Lands Department Director and the appropriate Division Director must approve all donations. 5. The net benefit of a donation is considered when determining whether to accept a donation. Net benefit includes all lifecycle costs of ownership, including maintenance, repair, clean-up, administrative, and any potential liability or expenses associated with the donation. 6. For all monetary and in-kind donations intended for physical additions to a Public Lands property or asset, donors must cover the full cost of the requested item, including expenses for shipping, hardware, materials, demolition, and staff time, unless the Department Director has approved associated budgetary requests. 7. Donations may not be used to implement new ongoing programs or services unless a permanent budget source is identified to support the program or service. 8. Plaques and Memorials a. Memorial plaques and similar items are not accepted as donations except in accordance with City Ordinance 57-9-4. b. Donations containing a plaque or memorial must align with the parks' intended purpose(s) and meet material and installation specifications provided by Public Lands. c. Plaques and memorials may not be attached to or placed next to trees. d. Plaques and memorials may not be attached to or engraved on benches. e. All Donations containing a plaque or memorial must; i. Receive approval from the Department or appropriate Division Director. ii. Be reviewed by the Parks, Natural Lands, Urban Forestry, and Trails (PNUT) Board by submitting a memo explaining how the donation meets the requirements outlined in City Ordinance 57-9-4. 9. The Department of Public Lands may request that the Parks, Natural Lands, Urban Forestry, and Trails (PNUT)Advisory Board and the City Council consider any donation. 10. Donation procedures may be reviewed annually and change based on inflation and pricing fluctuations. 11. Approved donations must be coordinated with the department's Finance Manager to develop a donation agreement with the donor. 12. All accepted donations will receive standard maintenance levels during normal life expectancy. After their normal life expectancies, or if they must be removed early,the Department may decide not to replace them. 13. Donations that are vandalized or stolen will be repaired or replaced as feasible, but the Department of Public Lands does not guarantee repair or replacement of any items. 14. The Department of Public Lands may decline any donation. Procedures Tree Donations: 1. All donations are to be reviewed and approved by the Urban Forestry Division Director. 2. Monetary donations of any amount can be directed into a general planting fund for a tree to be planted at any park at any time. 3. In-kind tree donations are not accepted. 4. Plaques and memorials may not be placed on or adjacent to public trees. 5. Donors who wish to plant a certain species or at a certain location must pay the full cost of the tree, shipping, staff coordination, and installation time. In such circumstances, a minimum of one tree may be donated for$750. The Urban Forestry Division Director and Parks Operations Manager will review requested tree planting locations to determine tree type and location feasibility. a. Donations of$750-$7,499 will allow the donor to select a specific tree species and a specific planting location. b. A minimum of 10 trees must be donated ($7,500+)for Public Lands to participate in a volunteer/donor tree planting event. Parks, Trails, and Natural Lands Donations: 1) All donations are to be reviewed and approved by the appropriate Division Director. 2) Monetary donations of any amount can be directed into a general fund to support Parks or Trails & Natural Lands maintenance. 3) Public Lands does not accept pavers. 4) Benches a) Public Lands will only accept donations to replace existing benches. b) Beginning in Winter 2024, Public Lands will create a strategic plan to accommodate new park bench donations at designated locations.These locations will be carefully selected and will undergo an annual review and update process to ensure they meet the evolving needs of the community and park users. c) Public Lands accepts two bench styles for parks: Commercial/Public Use Grade Flat Bench, with center armrest: + Installation Bench replacement donation amount: $3,000.00 New bench installation donation amount: $5,000.00 Commercial/Public Use Grade Bench, with center armrest: Bench replacement donation amount: $3,000.00 New bench installation donation amount: $5,000.00 Model CBPB-GSB-BK d) Public Lands accepts one bench style for golf courses. Commercial/Public Use Grade Golf _ Course Approved Bench Bench replacement donation amount: $3000.00 New bench installation donation amount: $5,000.00 e) Public Lands accepts one bench style for the Foothills. Commercial/Public Use Grade Foothills Approved Bench Bench replacement donation amount: $3000.00 New bench installation donation amount: $1,200.00 f) Benches cannot have custom engravings or feature plaques. 5) Plaques and memorial specifications a) Public Lands will determine specifications for each donation based on installation requirements. b) All materials must be of commercial or public use-grade quality. c) Plaques must meet the following design and material specifications. ■ Material-Aluminum ■ Size-8"W X 6"H ■ Depth- 5/16"Thick: Painted Edges ■ Shape- Rectangle(or Square) ■ Copy- Raised Copy-Horizontal Stroke ■ Finish- Leatherette-w/Brushed Surfaced ■ Border- No Border ■ Color- 2025 Black SATIN Painted ■ Style- Per Artfile Supplied ■ Clear- Satin ■ Rosettes- No Rosettes Required ■ Pattern- No ■ Font:Arial Narrow ■ Font Size: Varies depending on narrative 0 Mounting into cement: ■ Mount- Blind: Standard Stud DEPARTMENT of + * PUBLIC LANDS Public Lands FY25-26 Budget Insights 1. Inflationary & Contractual Increases o Background: Each year, the Public Lands Department has operational expense increases related to inflationary and other contractual price increases. This budget initiative addresses cost increases to multiple expense categories related to utilities, fleet fuel and maintenance, operational contracts, and supplies. If these cost increases are not fully funded, this would essentially be a budget reduction to the department and respective programs. Public Utilities has implemented a new fixed monthly water stabilization fee of $420,000 in addition to the regular estimated rate increases, totaling approximately $550,000. o Details: Public Utilities and other utility providers provide utility costs increases. The Fleet Division provides fleet fuel and maintenance cost increases. Inflationary and other contractual costs' increases are evaluated internally to determine which operational supply categories are experiencing increases and which contracts will have increases. Typically, the Department will use the latest CPI for inflationary costs related to operational materials & supplies. o Brief Summary: The department will request these cost increases to maintain the same level of service. o Estimated Ask: $1,409,888 2. New Property Maintenance o Background: Each year, SLC Public Lands acquires new property and/or amenities through the City's CIP process. Budgeting for ongoing maintenance of these facilities is requested once the Division understands the date the project will be turned over to that Division for management. In FY 25, the new properties were only funded for one year and not ongoing. The FY 26 Request will include all new properties funded in FY 25 and all new properties/amenities that will be completed in FY 26. This year, we have multiple sites we propose to maintain using contractual services and staffing to steward phase I of Glendale Regional Park. o Details: We have asked for additional personnel and equipment to cover new properties and amenities each year. Continually adding staff each year stretches management capacity. The Parks Division would like to organize our full-time staff and seasonal positions to focus on maintaining City Parks and utilize contractual services to maintain islands, medians, and on/off ramps. o Estimated Ask: TBD 3. Seasonal Staff Hours & Pay Adjustment o Background: During the FY25 budget process, the Public Lands seasonal/part-time budget was reduced by $200,000 to balance the department budget. In FY26, the department requests that the $200,000 reduction be restored to the previous seasonal staffing level. In addition, the department would like to increase the seasonal staffing hours by 13,020 and increase the minimum starting pay by 5.6% to attract and keep good seasonal park maintenance employees. FY24 was the last COLA funded to cover a 5% increase for seasonal/part-time positions. o Brief Summary: We propose adding a seasonal/part-time budget of $200,000 to restore seasonal hours to the FY24 levels, adding $259,794 to provide 13,520 additional seasonal hours, and adding $158,800 to provide a cost-of-living pay adjustment of 5.6%. o Estimated Ask: $694,830 4. District Maintenance Field Supervisor Positions o Background: Assistant Supervisor positions are needed in each of our Parks Maintenance Districts to provide operational support to lead and direct park maintenance tasks in the field. These new positions would provide working supervision to full-time and seasonal maintenance staff. Current supervisors used to do much of the field leadership that this position will reinstate. Still, since District Supervisors have had to be at their desks at an increasing rate, the quality and efficiency of fieldwork have fallen. The Assistant Supervisor position can fully focus on staff training, park condition evaluation, fieldwork and staff efficiencies, contractor supervision, vehicle/Fleet matters, safety, and other core field competencies. These positions will increase the effectiveness of district supervisors administratively while improving the quality and amount of work done in the field. o Details: (6) District Maintenance Field Supervisor Positions o Estimated Ask: $987,700 5. Park Security o Background: TBD o Details: TBD o Brief Summary: TBD o Estimated Ask: $576,048 6. After-Hours & Weekend Crew o Background: General Park operations, mowing, irrigation repairs, trash removal, and restroom cleaning happen between 6:00 am and 3:00 pm when the park is not active, and these activities do not disrupt visitor use. However, because visitor use happens primarily between 2:00 pm and 8:00 pm and on weekends, an after-hours and weekend crew will be valuable to manage visitor use, such as garbage removal and restroom cleaning, which could result in a cleaner, safer park and deter criminal activity. o Details: i. (1) Assistant Field Supervisor ii. (2) Parks Maintenance Technician II Grade 116 iii. (6) Parks Maintenance Technician Seasonals o Brief Summary: We propose adding 3 FTEs and 6 seasonals to operate an after-hours crew to focus on cleaning, event assistance, and minor landscaping during the active times of Liberty Park and other major parks in the City. o Estimated Ask: $502,800 Public Lands Department Budget Initiatives Summary FY 22 FY 23 FY 24 FY 25 FY 26 Budget Initiatives Requested Adopted Requested Adopted Requested Adopted Requested Adopted Requested Adopted Notes Inflationary&Contractual Increases 79,000 79,000 Fully Funded Utilities Increases 162,500 162,500 Partially Funded New Recreational Trail System 304,167 304,167 Not Funded - Inflationary&Contractual Increases 332,157 332,157 Fleet Fuel&Maintenance 97,555 97,555 Department Inflationary Costs 391,468 391,468 Seasonal Positions Competitive Wage Increase 554,707 554,707 Forest Growth,Preservation,&Tree Maintenance 1,187,000 415,464 Provided$100,000 one-time for office remodel costs and$50,000 one time for tree watering campaign New Properties&Amenities 839,000 207,339 Includes Capital equipment Climate Resiliency&Environmental Health Phase 1 494,000 Graphic Design&Signage 98,000 Board&Community Engagement 110,000 102,446 Pro-Active Weed Abatement Program 491,253 Forestry Division Director Reclassification to Appointed 0 Firework Show Funding 0 30,000 Council Item Added Inflationary&Contractual Increases 649,500 649,500 Wage Increases for Seasonal Workers(5%) 0 133,000 Council Item Added Parks New Properties&Growth and Use Impacts(FOF)Re Allocation 1,258,500 1,258,500 Includes Capital equipment TNL New Properties&Growth and Use Impacts(FOF)Re-Allocation 741,500 741,500 Includes Capital equipment Planning&Project Delivery Team Expansion 340,890- Park Closure PD Overtime Costs0 368,000 Expand Citywide Events 222,000 219,500 Inflationary&Contractual Increases 796,800 796,800 New Properties&Amenities 864,850 317,500 Includes Capital equipment(2 Trucks)Glendale Park Phase I Trails and Natural Lands Division Director Reclassification 0- Approved position reclassification no new budget allocated Accelerating Public Lands Projects 274,615 268,615 Apprved new FTE but no budget allocated Public Lands Project Coordinator 183,000 76,000 Approved new FTE and one truck but no new ongoing budget allocated Inflationary&Contractual Increases 0 0 New Properties&Amenities 0 0 Seasonal Staff Hours&Pay Adjustments Parks District Maintenance Supervisor Position Parks Security Parks After Hours and Weekend Crew Total 545,667 545,667 4,595,140 2,131,136 3,580,390 3,002,000 2,119,265 1,458,915 0 0