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Workshop to Review and Provide Comments on Banner Policy Update, New Proposed Policies for Park Amenity Donations and Park Storage Units.
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To: Honorable Chair and Members of the Recreation and Park Commission
From: Justin Long, Recreation and Parks Director
BACKGROUND
Alameda Recreation and Parks Department (ARPD) has various policies and procedures to administer the placement of banners at various park locations, the donation of park amenities, and a practice of allowing user groups to place storage units of various sizes in our parks.
DISCUSSION
There are three policies for review and comment, the Banner Policy, Park Amenity Donation Policy, and proposed Storage Unit Policy in parks.
The Banner Policy (Exhibit 1) identifies the process for Alameda non-profit organizations to place banners at specific locations in various parks throughout the city. ARPD receives many requests for banners annually. Please see (Exhibit 2) for proposed changes to the existing policy. The main changes reduce the banner display period from 60 days to 30 days and add additional locations at Leydecker Park and Longfellow Park.
ARPD has an existing Memorial Bench and Picnic Table Donation procedure (Exhibit 3) but does not have a policy to provide clarity for community members who participate in the program. ARPD is proposing developing a policy with the following:
Eligibility & Requirements
* Individuals, families, or organizations may apply to donate memorial amenities.
* Applicants must submit a Memorial Amenity Request Form that includes:
o Proposed plaque inscription
o Preferred park or location
o Amenity type (if applicable)
o Donor contact information
Locations & Availability
* Applicants may request preferred parks or sites, but final placement is determined by the Parks Division.
* Placement decisions consider:
o Safety, accessibility, and ADA compliance
o Park master plans and spatial limitations
o Maintenance and operational needs
o Aesthe...
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