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March 25, 1999 Page 2 It was moved by Holt to consolidate the motions by Berger and Gibson, approving the consent calendar; Lange seconded the motion, and the motion carried 5-0, approving the Consent Calendar as presented. 7. DEFERRED MATTERS A. Approval To Add Dog Park Project To Fiscal Year 9998-99 Capital Improvement Projects Budget Sorensen reviewed relevant details including conceptual approval of a leash -free dog park, adoption of planning criteria for site selection, approval of the Conejo Creek Master Plan, budget considerations, and EIR and permitting issues. He noted a change to staff recommendation, indicating that the dog park proposal would be a modification, not an addition, to the CIP budget, and said that, should staff be given the authorization to proceed, staff would proceed with the Development Permit and EIR document processes, and after conditions are placed on the facility, a Memorandum of Understanding would be prepared and submitted for Board approval, to define Park and Bark's commitment to the project, financial and liability issues, and specifics of site operation. Referencing a map, Sorensen identified and discussed elements of the proposed leash - free area, including a bio -filtration system, trails, landscaping, and water amenities. In response to Board inquiries, staff said that only minor topographical modifications would be necessary, a one-time expenditure of $30,000 to $50,000 in plant investment fees associated with a water meter is anticipated, a plan for future disposal of manure has not yet been finalized, the proposed plan allows for the possible, future widening of Las Flores Road, and the separation of dogs according to size is a new trend in leash - free areas. Laura Beth Heisen stated that her research indicates that an enclosure for small and timid dogs is a good safety measure, but it is not necessarily required. Sharon Noel invited all to the March 28 Kristopher Abercrombie memorial dedication at the Waverly Arena, and read a tribute. Continuing, she said that, as a member of the focus group, she was concerned about the cost of the leash -free area, and the proposed location of the community garden. Barbara Kloster distributed a modified version of the Conejo Creek Park map, and contrasted her plan with staff's proposal, noting her preference for relocating the community garden to the northeast. She said that supporters of the leash -free area do not expect a high cost facility, and a rural