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Project Types:
Annual Parks Improvement Plan
The Development of Parks and Recreation provides facilities that create healthy communities, protect valuable natural and cultural resources, provide recreation opportunities, reduce crime and vandalism, increase efficiency and sustainability, and foster responsible economic development. To read more about the plan follow the link below.
Projects Out to Bid
- No projects out to bid at this time
Planned Projects
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Otay Valley Regional Park Trails Project - Stage II
The County of San Diego Parks and Recreation Department and the Department of Public Works have completed and opened to the public the Otay Valley Regional Park Trails Project - Stage I. Stage II design drawings are in final stages of internal review and construction is temporarily placed on hold due to the State of California Grant Freeze. An overview map of the OVRP Trails Project is available here.
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Tijuana River Valley Regional Park Active Recreation Site Concept Plan Development
A 64-acre portion of the Tijuana River Valley Regional Park has been identified as a potential area for additional active recreation use. The County is currently completing a public outreach program to solicit your input on a concept plan that will guide the development of the new facility.
The consultant firms of Rick Engineering Company and Beals Alliance have been retained to prepare the concept plan.
PROJECT UPDATE – PUBLIC MEETING HELD ON JANUARY 26, 2011
The County of San Diego hosted a community meeting for the Tijuana River Valley Regional Park Active Recreation Area project at Southwest High School on January 26, 2011. A final concept plan was presented for community review and discussion.
Active Rec Power Point
Active Rec Plan
Thank you to everyone who took the time to attend the meeting. If you could not make the meeting, you may submit comments at any time. Submit comments on-line.
Please check this site regularly for project updates and meeting information. For any specific project questions, please contact Nick Martinez, Park Project Manager, by phone at (858) 966-1348 or by e-mail at
Nicholas.Martinez@sdcounty.ca.gov.
PROJECT BACKGROUND
As part of the initial data gathering for the project a needs assessment survey was posted on the County Parks website and sent to over 20,000 households in the project area. An Opportunities and Constraints report documenting the site conditions and regulatory framework was also completed.
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Descanso Elementary Fitness Track
This project entails the installation of a fitness path at the perimeter of the existing ball field at Descanso Elementary School. The County is currently in the process of negotiating a Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement (JEPA) with the Mountain Empire Unified School District to provide public access to the track upon completion. The project received board approval in Sept., 2011 and construction is expected to occur in Winter 2012. The project is being funded with Park Land Dedication Ordinance (PLDO) funds in the amount of $173,000 and District 2 Neighborhood Reinvestment Funds in the amount of $25,000. Construction of this project is being managed by the Mountain Empire School District.
Please contact Sean O'Neill, Project Manager, at 858-966-1355 or sean.oneill@sdcounty.ca.gov if you have any questions regarding this project.
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Lamar Park Master Plan
Public Meetings were held on Saturday, June 18, 2011 and Saturday August 17, 2011 at Lamar Park, 3180 Bancroft Dr., Spring Valley, CA 91977. These meetings allowed the public to provide input on the Lamar Park master plan. Attendees reviewed the current master plan and suggested new features be added to the park. The number one priority feature requested was a dog park. Following a flood study of Lamar Park and required environmental analysis, the Lamar Dog Park Project will move forward into design pending resolution of major constraints.
Please contact Steve Cast, Project Manager, at 858-966-1353 or steve.cast@sdcounty.ca.gov if you have any questions regarding this project.
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Ground Mounted Photovoltaic System at
Guajome County Park
This project entails the installation of a grid-tied photovoltaic system in the Guajome County Park to offset the electricity consumed throughout the park. Project is consistent with the County's desire to convert facilities to be more energy efficient and self-sustaining.
For more information regarding this project contact the Project Manager, Mark Massen at 858-966-1351 or mark.massen@sdcounty.ca.gov.
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Utility Upgrades at Agua Caliente Regional Park
This project is to survey existing park utilities, evaluate and prioritize each utility; electrical, septic, water, gas, telephone and communications, then upgrade or replace each utility in order of priority.
For more information regarding this project contact the Project Manager, Mark Massen at 858-966-1351 or mark.massen@sdcounty.ca.gov.
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Agua Caliente County Park Cabins
This project entails the installation of pre-fabricated cabin kits with the intent of having park users stay at the desert park year-round and not have to close the park during the summer months.
For more information regarding this project contact the Project Manager, Mark Massen at 858-966-1351 or mark.massen@sdcounty.ca.gov.
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Projects Under Design
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Lincoln Acres Pavilion and Tot Lot
The project is an extended amenity of the existing Lincoln Acres Park at 2725 Granger Avenue, National City. This project consists of a Pavilion and Tot Lot with other related amenities. CDBG funding of $110,000.00 for the year 2011-2012 was approved for the design and construction.
Please contact Ignacio Estipona, Project Manager, at 858-966-1346 or ignacio.estipona@sdcounty.ca.gov for information regarding this project.
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La Presa Middle School Athletic Field Development Project
The County of San Diego, Department of Parks and Recreation is partnering with the La Mesa-Spring Valley School District to apply for a Statewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Program of 2008 Grant for $2.5 million. The round one grant was not awarded to this project. A second application has been submitted for round two to which a response is expected in Spring 2012. The project scope of work includes the addition of multiuse sports fields for football, field hockey, soccer, an exercise track, exercise stations, a playground, a restroom, ADA Access, lighting and related amenities.
A concept drawing of the project is available here.
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Sweetwater Lane Park Artificial Turf Fields
Sweetwater Lane Park is located at 1312 Sweetwater Lane in Spring Valley, CA 91977. In August of 2009 the Department of Parks and Recreation entered into a design contract with RBF Consultant firm to design the replacement of natural grass with water saving artificial turf. Artificial turf would benefit the existing design which includes 2 each 300-foot adult softball fields, 2 each 200-foot Little League fields, 6 each youth soccer fields, and 1 each adult soccer field. The design scope of services includes phasing construction; replace natural grass fields with artificial turf, including subsurface drainage and site grading. This project is estimated to save million of gallons of precious water and save the County over $100,000 per year in water costs.
Design documents are available here.
Please forward any project specific requests or public priorities related to this project to:
County of San Diego, Department of Parks and Recreation
Attn: Patrick McDonough, Sr. Park Project Manager
5500 Overland Avenue, Suite 410
San Diego, CA 92123
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Otay Valley Regional Park Active Recreation Area #3
The County of San Diego Parks and Recreation Department has retained the firm of Wimmer, Yamada and Caughey as Design Consultants for development of a Concept Plan for the 46-acre parcel designated as Active Recreation Area #3 in the OVRP Concept Plan.
The first of two community workshops was held seeking public input on what features and elements are important considerations to the surrounding community. To see the minutes from this meeting, go here.
Construction funds have not been identified, but the concept plan is the vital first step in developing this area that will one day benefit the citizens of the surrounding communities and trail users of the Otay Valley Regional Park.
An overview map of the OVRP Active Recreation Area #3 Project Boundary Map is available here.
To view Concept Plan options, go to this document.
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Felicita Wedding Area and Playground Improvements
Design will be complete in the Fall, 2011 on new improvements in this 53 acre park located west of the City of Escondido.
These improvements include a new restroom/bridal changing room and reception pavilion at the special events area, replacement of the play structures including new play surfacing in the main existing picnic area, upgrades to the existing well house, and a new entry booth and gate.
Design and construction funding has been provided by local PLDO funds and County General Fund. Construction will commence in the Spring, 2012 with completion in late Fall, 2012.
Contact Stephen Paul at, 858-966-1347 for any questions concerning this project.
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Don Dussault Park Improvements
Design will commence in the Winter of 2012 on redevelopment of this existing 3/4 acre park in Fallbrook. New amenities will include a new junior play structure, tot lot (2-5 age group) structure, on-site ADA parking stall(s), picnic area, exercise stations along accessible paths, perimeter fencing, landscaping and irrigation.
Design funding has been provided by a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). Construction has not been funded at this time. Contact Stephen Paul @ 858-966-1347 for information regarding this project.
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Rainbow Park Improvements
Design completed in July 2011 on a new shade structure, and replacement of the rubber safety surfacing in an existing children's play area. The design will also provide additional shade trees in this existing park.
Design funding was provided by a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). Construction has not been funded at this time. Contact Stephen Paul @ 858-966-1347 for any questions concerning this project.
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Live Oak Amphitheater
The proposed project will improve an existing gathering area and wooden gazebo in Live Oak Park with an American Disability Act (ADA) compliant multi-use amphitheater surrounded by native low-maintenance plant materials.
This project includes installation of ADA parking stalls at a nearby existing parking lot coupled with ADA compliant improvements to an existing restroom facility, and ADA accessible trails from the parking lot and restroom to the amphitheater site.
The conceptual design studies for the amphitheater varied between a seating capacity for 50 to100 people. Based on the totality of public input, environmental review, and the space available in the park, the final design has a seating capacity for 88 people.
Construction is expected to begin in the Fall of 2012 and estimated to be complete in the Spring of 2013.
Design and construction funding has been provided by the Live Oak Park Coalition, District 5 Neighborhood Reinvestment Program, Land Water Conservation Fund, and Fallbrook Park Land Dedication Ordinance funds. Contact Stephen Paul at, 858-966-1347 or stephen.paul@sdcounty.ca.gov for information regarding this project.
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Projects Under Construction
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Provence House
The County of San Diego Department of Parks and Recreation envisioned the conversion of the existing property, formerly a residential house built in 1942, to an Activity Building. This is located at 4370 Sweetwater Road just adjacent the City Rohr Park. The plan is to convert the idle property to generate income for the maintenance of park facilities. The conversion is to create two activity rooms convertible to one, ADA restrooms, and other related amenities. Construction has started and is targeted to be complete and ready for occupancy in 2012.
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Lamar Park Volunteer Site (District 2)
This project includes running of utilities (water, sewer, electricity) and installation of the volunteer fence, vehicle gate, pedestrian gate and lighting for an onsite volunteer residence. The construction contract is under negotiation and work is expected to start in Winter 2011/Spring 2012. Project funds total $100,000 for construction, project management and inspections.
Please contact Patrick McDonough, Sr. Park Project Manager at 858-966-1341 or
patrick.mcdonough@sdcounty.ca.gov if you have any questions regarding this project.
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Sweetwater PV Solar Project
This project is in conjunction with the Department of Parks and Recreation energy conservation program. The project is to conserve energy for the existing 150 campsites, four restroom buildings, park office, community building, outdoor amphitheater, two rangers houses, sewer dump stations, two sewer lift stations, children's wet and dry play areas, four parking areas, streetlights and other related amenities. A 2011 capital fund of $1,350,000.00 is allotted for construction and anticipated to be completed by early 2012.
Please contact Ignacio Estipona, Project Manager, at 858-966-1346 or ignacio.estipona@sdcounty.ca.gov for information regarding this project.
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Oakoasis Park Improvements Phase II
This project is located at 12620 Wildcat Canyon Road, Lakeside, CA 92040. Phase II includes demolition of an existing restroom and shade pavilion, and construction of a new restroom, picnic area with shade pavilion, a small amphitheater with fire pit, a scenic overlook, installation of owner supplied pit toilets in the staging area and parking lot and access road improvements.
Phase II construction will begin in February, 2012 and will be complete in the late September, 2012.
Total costs for both phases of this project are $1.3 million and are funded by insurance funds from the 2003 wildfires and a $57,000 Indian Gaming Special Distribution Fund grant from the Barona Band of Mission Indians.
Please contact Sean O'Neill, Project Manager, at 858-966-1355 or sean.oneill@sdcounty.ca.gov for information regarding this project.
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Sweetwater Lane Fitness Course Improvements
This project entails the installation of 30 outdoor exercise stations along the existing walk surrounding the park. These stations include upper body, lower body, cardio and stretch equipment. Additional elements will include covered benches and trash receptacles. Construction will start in March, 2012 and will be complete in the Spring, 2012.
For more information regarding this project contact the Project Manager, Steve Cast at 858-966-1353 or
stephen.cast@sdcounty.ca.gov.
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Projects Recently Completed
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Heise Cabin Addition
A total of 8 additional cabins were constructed in the existing cabin area in Heise Park. The log cabins are 14' by 16' (slightly larger than the existing 13' by 13' cabins), have one bedroom and can sleep 6. The cabins are equipped with WIFI capability enabling visitors to connect to the internet while on vacation. The project also included revegetation of the area with native trees and understory. Project funds totaling $540,000 were used for construction, project management and inspections.
The project was completed in Fall 2011.
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Sweetwater RV Campground Expansion
AWARD WINNING PROJECT - 2011 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COUNTY PARK AND RECREATION OFFICIALS (NACPRO)
The project consists of the development of 53 RV spaces each improved with full utility connections, three of which are improved for full ADA compliance. There are also two energy efficient ADA restroom buildings, paved roads, LID storm drainage facilities, and direct access to multi-use trails that link the mountains to the Pacific Ocean. An open amphitheater is the focal point of the RV expansion.
Additional amenities that are part of this new expansion include an interactive water playground, tot lots, picnic areas and a community building that features an outdoor patio overlooking the Sweetwater Reservoir and San Miguel Mountain Wildlife Preserve.
There are an additional seven campsites integrated into the RV campground expansion built by Caltrans as part of the mitigation required for impacts to the park by the SR 125 freeway.
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Oak Country II Trails Project
The County of San Diego Department of Parks and Recreation opened the Oak Country II Trails to the public June 3, 2011. The project features an approximately four-mile, multi-use trail loop for hiking, biking, and equestrian use within the southwest portion of the Ramona Grasslands Preserve.
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Sweetwater Loop Trail Phase I
The Sweetwater Reservoir Loop Trail is located in the vicinity of the Spring Valley and Bonita, communities (Thomas Guide page 1291, A-6 through A-7). Segments 1 and 3 of the Sweetwater Reservoir Loop Trail and segment 1A the Phase II – Bonita Golf Course Trail were completed March 2011 with funding from the State of California Proposition 40 and County General funds. These segments are a portion of the entire Sweetwater Reservoir Loop Trail consisting of Segments 1a, 1 - 10 and a staging area.
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DPR Water Conservation and Efficiency Projects
AWARD WINNING PROJECT - 2011 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COUNTY PARK AND RECREATION OFFICIALS (NACPRO) -
ENVIRONMENTAL/CONSERVATION AWARD: DPR Water conservation efforts were selected as the recipient of the 2011 National Association of County Parks and Recreation Officials’ Environmental/Conservation Award. Conservation methods that helped earn this award include artificial turf ball fields; living roof and use of recycled water for irrigation; a ‘splash-park’ that recycles, cleans and filters the water; waterless urinals, low-flush toilets, and efficient faucet change-outs in various park facilities. A noteworthy example was the installation of high efficiency irrigation heads and Calsense irrigation controllers in 17 County parks. Since November 2009, those 17 facilities have saved over 40 million gallons in irrigation water.
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Live Oak Recreation Area Project
The Live Oak Park Improvements Project includes the removal and replacement of an outlived playground and picnic facilities. The project finished on April 15, 2011 and is now open to the public. The project was funded by a Federal grant through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program administered by the County's Department of Housing and Community Development. Project Administration was provided by the County Department of Parks and Recreation.
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Collier Park Soccer Arena
On December 9, 2009 the Board of Supervisors approved a donation of $250,000 from the Boys and Girls Club of Ramona for a soccer arena at Collier Park located at 626 E Street, Ramona, CA 92065 (Thomas Guide 1152, H6). On July 14, 2010 the Board of Supervisors approves the construction of the Collier Park Soccer Arena. Funding for the project includes $347,046 from the General Fund and $250,000 from the Boys and Girls Club of Ramona. Construction will be completed during the Summer of 2011. Construction was completed in August 2011.
Please contact Brad Roberts, Project Manager at (858) 966-1345 or bradly.roberts@sdcounty.ca.gov if you have any questions regarding this project.
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Lamar Park Southern Boundary Fence (District 2)
CTM Construction was awarded a Job Order Contract for the removal and installation of 6-foot high black vinyl coated chain link fence along the southern property line of the Lamar Park. The project helps secure the Lamar Park property. The fence project was completed in April 2011. The project cost was $50,000 and was funded with Major Maintenance Funds.
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Oakoasis Park Improvements Phase I
Phase I of II consisted of demolition of the existing 0.3 gpm well and construction of a new, better producing well. Phase I was completed in Summer 2011.
This project is located at 12620 Wildcat Canyon Road, Lakeside, CA 92040. Total costs of both phases of this project are $1.3 million.
Please contact Sean O'Neill, Project Manager, at 858-966-1355 or sean.oneill@sdcounty.ca.gov if you have any questions regarding this project.
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San Dieguito Shade Structures
This project entailed the installation of fabric shade structures over five large picnic areas in upper San Dieguito Park in Del Mar. Areas 1 through 4 are reservable on the reservations site and are now more comfortable and useable on warmer sunny days year around.
The project, which was completed in December, 2011 was funded with $147,000 of general fund money.
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Long Range Planning Documents
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Lakeside Riverway Trails Plan
The Lakeside Riverway Trails Plan can be viewed by clicking here. This document is intended to be a guide for future trail development along the upper San Diego River in the community of Lakeside. To request a copy of this plan or ask any questions, please contact Sean O'Neill, Park Project Manager for Parks and Recreation at 858-966-1355.
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Otay Valley Regional Park Habitat Restoration Plan & Non-native Plant Removal Guidelines
The County of San Diego in coordination with the Cities of Chula Vista and San Diego have prepared the Habitat Restoration Plan & Non-native Plant Removal Guidelines (Plan). The goals of the Plan are to 1) remove populations of non-native vegetation and 2) to manage and minimize the expansion of non-native species with in the Otay Valley Regional Park (OVRP).
The OVRP is an 11-mile long Park of over 8,500 acres, located in southern San Diego County. The Park extends from the southeastern end of the salt ponds at the mouth of the Otay River, through the Otay River Valley to the land surrounding both the Upper and Lower Otay Reservoirs. Since the OVRP is located in the jurisdiction of the County of San Diego, the City of San Diego, and the City of Chula Vista, those jurisdictions have entered into a Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement (JEPA) to plan and manage the OVRP.
OVRP Habitat Restoration Plan & Non-native Plant Removal Guidelines
Figure 1-1, Vicinity
Figure 1-2, Phases
Area 1
Area 2
Area 3
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San Luis Rey River Park Master Plan Implementation
The County of San Diego has embarked on an ambitious project to develop a regional park along the San Luis Rey River. The proposed 1700-acre park would be approximately nine miles in length, parallel to State Route 76, and would begin in Oceanside in the western-most portion and end in an area near Interstate 15 in the eastern-most portion. As envisioned, the river park would provide a combination of active and passive recreational opportunities along with approximately 20 miles of trails to park goers while preserving the San Luis Rey River corridor and surrounding land within the park.
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
Revised Responses to Comments
For further information contact Mark Massen, Senior Park Project Manager, by phone at 858-966-1351 or by e-mail at mark.massen@sdcounty.ca.gov.
To view PDF versions of the Master Plan and Programmatic Environmental Impact Report (PEIR), please use the following links:
Master Plan (Summary)
Master Plan Document
Introduction
Community Input
Analysis and Synthesis
Master Plan
Appendices
Environmental Planning
Biological
River Hydraulics and Flood Plain Issues
Water Quality and Water Resources
Cultural Resources
Master Plan Map
SLR River Park PEIR
Errata
CEQA Findings
Responses to Comments
Statement of Location
Statement of Overriding Consideration
Recirculation Statement
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
Revised Responses to Comments
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Tijuana River Valley Regional Park Trails and Habitat Enhancement Project
The Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Tijuana River Valley Regional Park Trails and Habitat Enhancement Project was certified by the Board of Supervisors on December 13, 2006.
The certification of the EIR allows the department to implement portions of the project now while pursuing funding to implement larger aspects of the project. The main component of the project is the formal trail network. This trail network will consist of 22.5 miles of both multi-use and equestrian/pedestrian trails with amenities such as bird observation blinds, interpretive signage, and trailheads. Also included in the overall project is the restoration of approximately 60 acres of wetland, riparian and coastal sage scrub habitats west of the Dairy Mart Ponds, situated south of the I-5/Dairy Mart Road interchange.
EIR
Formal Trail Network
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Sweetwater Day Use Park Parking Lot
Due to the expansion of the Sweetwater Regional Park and the Day Use Park,County
of San Diego Department of Parks and Recreation has initiated a project to add
around 50 parking spaces and related amenities. The location is within the park property between the SR 125 Freeway and the Day use park.
As envisioned there will be a controlled entry/exit at the Summit Meadow Road which connects to the existing road of the park.
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