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HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Master - Design of Miracle Field and Inclusive Playground RESOLUTION NO. 17-349 RESOLUTION APPROVING DESIGN PLAN FOR MIRACLE FIELD AND INCLUSIVE PLAYGROUND FOR THE CITY OF AMES WHEREAS, in September 2016, the Parks & Recreation Commission recommended to the City Council that an All Inclusive Playground and Miracle League Field be placed in Inis Grove Park; and, the Council then approved Iris Grove as the location at its October 25, 2016 meeting; and, WHEREAS, there was concern expressed by some council members regarding the proposed lighting of the field and sound system based on concerns expressed by some residents from the adjacent neighborhood; and, WHEREAS, staff indicated that council members would have the opportunity to review the plans before they are finalized so that you are satisfied with how the concerns of the neighbors are being addressed; and, WHEREAS, through the design consultant selection process, Snyder and Associates of Ankeny, Iowa,was selected to design the project; and, WHEREAS, the design was presented to the Parks and Recreation Commission at its May 18, 2017, meeting and was received positively, and Commission members were excited about the creative design and how the firm addressed concerns that have been brought forth throughout the process; and, WHEREAS, the design developed by Snyder and Associates is very creative and creates a unique experience for the user, and the variety of elements provides opportunities for individuals of all ages and abilities; and, WHEREAS, staff has listened to concerns and shared these with Snyder prior to developing the design, and while Snyder has worked hard to come up with ways to mitigate these concerns, some residents still disagree with the addition of lights and sound system on the field; and, WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Commission recommends that the Council approve the design plan as presented. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Ames, Iowa, that the design plan for the Miracle Field and Inclusive Playground to be located at Inis Grove Park is hereby approved. ADOPTED THIS 23' day of May, 2017. A Diane R Voss, City Clerk Ann H. Campbell, Mayor Introduced by: Nelson Seconded by: Gartin Voting aye: Beatty-Hansen, Betcher, Corrieri, Gartin,Nelson, Orazem Voting nay: None Absent: None Resolution declared adopted and signed by the Mayor this 23'day of May, 2017.