Sunday, November 21, 2010

Renovation Update!

Folks, we are one step closer to a renovation for the dog park. See notes below on our Scope Meeting with Parks, Community Board 6 members, and reps from the offices of City Council Member Brad Lander and Borough President Marty Markowitz. You'll see a list of planned features and estimated time line.


Carroll Gardens Dog Run
Scope Meeting
11.17.10

PARTICIPANTS:
Martin Maher, chief of staff, parks
Elizabeth Ernish, Sr. Planner, Brooklyn BP Office
Michael Kurtin, Councilmember Brad Lander’s Office
Craig Hammerman, Chairman, CPD 6
Nica Lalli, Chairperson Parks Committee, CPD 6
Patricia Clark, Project Manager, Capital Projects, Parks
Michael Lavery, Deputy Director Capital Projects, Parks
Jamey Hewitt, Director of Forestry, Parks
Neil, Park Manager, Parks
Jackie Godleski, Carroll Gardens Dog Run
James Aridas, Carroll Gardens Dog Run


SUMMARY:
> Resurface entire run with crushed granite and slotted polyethylene drainage system
> Remove tree-less cage in right rear of park
> Explore development of run for small dogs adjacent to
existing run with separate entry and water supply
> Relocate bushes in rear to perimeter or small run
> New water/shower system installed on concrete
> Install additional lighting in both runs
> Install concrete seating around trees

Parks will present a drawing in 6-10 months for approval
Administrative approvals required (2-3 months)
Bids to be let (1-2 months)
Construction estimated to be 9 months
Estimated time to completion 18-24 months


We will keep you posted on new developments as they happen, and look for more dog park events in 2011.