Report Prepared by: Christopher Jensen, Director, Parks & Community Services
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SUBJECT: Approval of Designation of the Western Portion of Fahrens Park for the Development of a Multi-Use Natural Trail within the Flood Basin
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving Parks & Community Services' request for designation of the western portion of Fahrens Park for the addition of a natural trail within the basin between Rascal Creek along Buena Vista and Yosemite Avenue. The trail would serve as a mixed-use path for additional recreation within the park such as biking and running.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion approving the designation of Fahrens Park west for the development of a multiuse natural trail within the flood basin between rascal creek and Yosemite Avenue.
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ALTERNATIVES
1. Approve, as recommended by staff; or,
2. Approve, subject to modifications as conditioned by City Council; or,
3. Refer to staff for reconsideration of specific items; or,
4. Deny.
AUTHORITY
14.04.110 - Active and Passive Recreation Activities
The director of parks and community services may designate areas in city parks for active recreation activities. Areas designated for such activities shall be clearly marked. Active recreation activities refer to activities that require the use of equipment or designated facilities, courses, or fields, and include, but are not limited to, baseball, football, volleyball, basketball, soccer, hockey, tennis, skateboarding, frisbee golf, kator, kickball, and top spin.
The director of parks and community services may designate areas in city parks for passive recreation activities. Areas designated for such activities shall be clearly marked. Passive recreation activities place minimal stress on park resources and are compatible with natural resource protection. Passive recreation activities refer to activities that do not require the use of equipment or designated facilities, courses, or fields, and include, but are not lim...
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