Placement: New Business
Action Requested: Motion / Vote
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Torino Regional Park Phase 1 Design Update
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Submitted By: Zakariya M. Sherman, Executive Project Manager, Parks and Recreation
Strategic Plan Link: The City's Goal to enjoy culture, nature and fun activities.
Executive Summary (General Business): As part of the Design contract scope of work, the Torino Regional Park Site Environmental Analysis was recently reviewed and updated to show there has been a significant increase to one of the wetland areas within the Phase I Concept Area. This wetland expansion will impact the proposed conceptual design, previously approved by City Council.
Presentation Information: Kristen Alexa, PLA, ASLA, & Stephanie Guerra, P.E., from Kimley Horn will provide a brief presentation to review the impacts of the expanded wetland and provide solution options for City Council consideration.
Staff Recommendation: Move that the Council approve Single Entrance - Option 1B, consolidating to a single entrance west of Briscoe Dr. as the preferred solution to address the expanded wetland area, with a secondary EMS-only access.
Alternate Recommendations:
1. Move that the Council amend the recommendation and approve with changes.
2. Move that the Council not approve and provide staff with further direction.
Background: On June 24, 2024, City Council approved the Torino Regional Park Conceptual Master Plan (Kimley-Horn) and the Phase 1 Funding and Phasing Recommendation.
On January 27, 2025, City Council approved the theme and layout, selecting Play Forest Concept One. This theming and layout will help inform the design decisions for the approved amenities throughout the Torino Regional Park Site.
The conceptual plan for Torino Regional Park currently includes two entrances that are aligned with Conley Drive and Briscoe Drive. Due to wetland expansion near Conley Drive, modifications to the park's entrances are necessary. Options were presented at the Februar...
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