Richard (Rick) Stone, General ManagerBrambleton Community Association

Established as a Pilot Program in 2011 Built & funded by the Developer to address

residents’ needs & desires Temporary facility was built on future

residential lots Amenity was heavily used by residents and

some non-residents Dog park was maintained by BCA Dog park was closed due to zoning violation

The Developer received short notice of the Violation and Notice to Close

Unsuccessfully attempted to appeal the zoning violation

Temporary dog park was dismantled within days to avoid fines and further County action

Residents expressed concerns for closure and the need for a new park(s)

County indicates that a revision of the zoning has been “fast-tracked” to allow dog parks on common areas in communities such as Brambleton

Board of Supervisors (BOS) approves resolution of Intent to Amend on 7/16/2014

Planning Commission (PC) Public Hearing tentatively scheduled for Tuesday 10/21/2014

The BOS will consider this at a date after the PC meeting that has yet to be set

BCA can take no action until the BOS revises the zoning ordinance

Check website for updates: http://www.loudoun.gov/index.aspx?NID=3320

Short Notice of Closure Requests for new and permanent location(s) Requests for enhanced dog park◦ Shade◦ Water source◦ Separate small and large dog areas◦ Additional pet stations, benches and tables

Based on the closure and feedback received, staff developed concept for new dog park

That concept was presented to the F&G committee and BCA Board for initial review

BCA Board directed staff to further develop the project details and solicit residents’ input

Capital improvements by the Association follows the capital improvements process

Staff will proceed with project as approved and directed by the Board

The Board reviews the project details, staff and committee recommendations, resident's input and will approve, reject or modify the project

Project details, staff's recommendation and resident input submitted to appropriate committee for consideration of a recommendation to the Board

Project specifications, costs and other details will be finalized

Staff will advertise project and seek input from residents

The Board reviews basic specifications and directs staff to continue, terminate or modify project

Staff develops basic specifications for the project

The Board determines the need for a project

Find location to address immediate needs Must be located on existing common area Impact on adjacent homes should be minimal Existing water supply is preferred/desired Existing shade is preferred/desired

Legacy Park was determined to be a possible site

11 acres of existing common area that would accommodate a ¼ to ½ an acre dog park

Dog park is across the street from homes/not directly adjacent to residential lots

Contained existing shade Water source (irrigation) is in place

Concept Outlined on Project Fact Sheet

18,000 sq. ft. fenced in area at the corner of Legacy Park Drive and Parkview Drive

Separate small and med./large dog areas Removal of 28 understory trees of the 68

trees located within the 18,000 sq. ft. was proposed to open up play areas for the dogs. Stumps ground down. Branches pruned up to 10’

Continued

Asphalt trail would be installed from existing trail leading from Parkview Drive. Entrance to the dog park would come from this trail

Benches, picnic tables, trash cans, and water fountain would be installed. Dog agility stations would also be considered

Landscape screening would also be considered as a buffer

This would be one of 3-5 parks throughout the community

Dog Park Packet Sent out on 9/3/2014

Over 80 emails received as of this morning Over 90% support the idea of a BCA dog park Over 80% oppose the Legacy Park site Residents are also getting organized to

oppose dog parks in Sections 18 & 21

Change in aesthetics/feel of the park Impact existing use of park Removal of trees Proximity to children play areas/safety Proximity to homes Added traffic/parking Health/dog waste Property values/NIMBY

Questions about the processConspiracy TheoristRight to change/alter/enhance common areasLot premiumsResident involvement/right to vote

Funding/budgetary questions Build on “undeveloped” land Build on land not visible from homes

Staff looked at all available common area parcels in Phase One for a location.

Believed that Legacy Park was the most suitable site based on the set goals.

Residents are concerned with the Legacy Park site for a variety of reasons.

Residents are also expressing concerns with other possible sites within the community.

A short-term fix is not realistic if Legacy Park is not an option.

Staff has reached out to County Parks & Recreation to see if they are receptive to BCA funding a dog park on a site within the Brambleton Ball fields parcel or Hansen Park parcel.

Seek alternative and future common area locations (not looking so good)

Work with the County on possible sites at Hanson Park or Brambleton Ball fields (discussions have begun)

Work with the Brambleton Group on locations in future common areas (needs to be discussed/explored further)

Take no further action and let the concept of a dog park in Brambleton die.

Other…..

Only Brambleton owners and residents are permitted to speak and must be signed up on the resident forum speakers list.

Be sure to state your name and address for the record before speaking.

All speakers have 2 minutes to address the Committee.

Thank you for your involvement in this process.www.BrambletonHOA.com/dogpark

BCA Websitewww.BrambletonHOA.com/dogpark

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County Websitehttp://www.loudoun.gov/index.aspx?nid=3320