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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015-02-10 - Board of Trustees Meeting Documents VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETINGS VILLAGE HALL, 938 KING STREET TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2015 7:00 P.M. —Mayor Paul S. Rosenberg State of the Village Address 7:30 P.M. —REGULAR MEETING: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: REPORT/PRESENTATIONS: AFFORDABLE HOUSING: PUBLIC HEARINGS: RESOLUTIONS: 1) Requesting Home Rule Legislation Permitting the Dissolution of the Town of Rye. 2) Modifying the License and Fee Schedule for the Men's Softball Team fee. 3) Considering the approval of minutes for the Village Board meeting held on January 29, 2015. 4) Considering a Mayor's Fitness Challenge Program (added) ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT: OLD BUSINESS (WORK SESSION): • Considering recommendations for a new Playground at Pine Ridge Park. • Comprehensive Plan priority update and work plan. • Public outreach to consider street lights in the Byram Ridge area. NEW BUSINESS: DISCUSSION ITEMS: ACTION ON NON-AGENDA MATTERS SUBJECT TO THE CONSENT OF THE TRUSTEES PRESENT AT THE MEETING THE NEXT SPECIAL AND REGULAR TRUSTEES MEETINGS February 24, 2015 and March 10, 2015 Plan Rye Brook 15. IMPLEMENTATION AND ACTION AGENDA 15.1 Implementation Tools This section summarizes the implementation measures recommended throughout the Plan. Having an adopted Comprehensive Plan is a critical public policy tool, but it is not sufficient alone to make change or preservation happen — the plan must be realized. There are four critical methods that Rye Brook will follow to ensure that this Plan, through its recommended actions, is implemented. It is recognized that, given financial constraints that may affect the Village as well as many other municipalities, implementation of this Plan is dependent on availability of funding and other economic factors. ■ Legislation: Zoning and subdivision regulations are the two most familiar tools used to implement a plan. The Village Board may need to amend the zoning and subdivision chapters of the Village Code. ■ Capital Programming: The second key tool is incorporation of the objectives into the Village's capital improvement program (the CIP). The ways that Rye Brook spends public revenue for public improvements — on water and sewer utilities, road construction, major equipment purchase, the community center, government buildings and new or renovated parks and recreational facilities — and the standards to which they are built have a major effect on the Village's image and function. Once the comprehensive plan is adopted, Rye Brook should evaluated and choose capital projects based on Plan recommendations. Rye Brook's CIP is a management and fiscal planning tool. The capital budget systematically assigns priorities to the Village's capital needs and schedules their accomplishment through the expenditures of public funds from Village revenues and bonding capacity. Projects are scheduled on a multi-year basis, with each succeeding year seeing the completion of a project, or a phase of a long-range project, and a future year is added. New projects come on line as others earlier in the cycle reach completion. The rolling approach enables municipal government to pan for and remain current with necessary infrastructure improvements and other large, non-operational needs. Capital needs remain in balance with available financing; the Village achieves aspects of its long- range plan with steady, predictable steps over time. The process of preparing the capital budget, the resulting document (capital program) and, of course, the improvements themselves, are important tools in implementing the comprehensive plan. Such a program is indispensable for a sustained capital improvement effort. It allows for a continuous update on municipal needs without allowing the revision process to stall the planning and scheduling, and without being sidetracked into unnecessary and poorly planned projects. The Village knows its capital commitments for at least five years into the future. Thus, it can plan financing in an orderly way and stabilize the tax rate structure by spreading improvement costs Chapter 15: Implementation and Action Agenda 199 Plan Rye Brook systematically over a period of years. In this way, the CIP provides the infrastructure and facilities required by the Comprehensive Plan's goals. Further, public input into the planning process continues, long past the Plan's adoption, as capital budgets are heard publicly. The orderly public expenditures on needed improvements send a positive signal to private businesses and property owners: the CIP enables them to plan their investment knowing that the Village is also responsibly planning. ■ Future Studies and Ad-Hoc Committees: Certain Plan recommendations will require more analysis. Detailed implementation measures can only be crafted through this additional study. For example, the Plan recommends that Rye Brook consider a range of zoning code revisions, including expanding the allowance of multifamily residential uses. Implementation of such revisions would require a future, separate study. In addition, the Plan recommends that the Village establish a sustainability committee to educate the public and oversee sustainability initiatives. ■ Continuing Planning: There are two key aspects to continuing planning. The first is the Village government's sustained work with regional agencies, authorities and other municipalities on issues that extend across borders. These include (and are not limited to) County Airport oversight, NYS DOT and Westchester County Planning. As these entities plan, Rye Brook makes clear its concerns and preferences. With an adopted comprehensive plan, the Village's position is in effect on record and must be taken into consideration. The second aspect concerns development applications before the Planning Board and the Village Board. In all likelihood, most site plan and subdivision applications conform to existing land development regulations. For these either the Planning Board or Village Board exercises careful oversight to get the best possible outcome for the Village, but are not required to make a policy decision. In other cases, a requested zone change may necessitate just such a policy choice. The boards look to the adopted Comprehensive Plan for guidance: does the Plan anticipate a zoning change, or open space preservation, or the creation of a new municipal facility? The Plan can also aid business recruitment and commercial building renovations, through its discussion of the Village Center and other office/commercial recommendations. 15.2 Action Agenda In order to implement the various recommendations contained in this Comprehensive Plan, the following Action Agenda is proposed, which identifies key actions, the lead agencies proposed for implementation and the priority for implementation. The lead agency is the entity, which by the nature of its mission and authority, is the logical party to spearhead the implementation of a particular proposal. Many proposals may involve multiple agencies, including State agencies. The nature of activity required of a lead agency will vary Chapter 15: Implementation and Action Agenda 200 Plan Rye Brook depending on the type of recommendation. Some activities involve budget commitments and capital expenses, while some require advocacy and promotion and others call for administration action. Priorities are classified as immediate (1-2 years), mid-term (3-6 years) and long-term (7-10 years). The immediate actions generally entail changes to local laws or regulations, or may be activities or policies in place that need to be continued. Mid-term actions likely involve the Village's CIP. Some of these items may already be identified, or may be recommendations that have arisen as part of this planning process and need to be inserted into the CIP. Long-term priorities are those activities which are considered important, but are placed "down the road" in recognition of the fact that limited resources are available both in terms of time and money to implement the Plan. These recommendations may also require further study or planning and design activity before project implementation can take place. The implementation schedule is presented in the form of a "To Do" list, to make it simple for the Village to review implementation progress on a regular basis. It also allows for convenient updating of the list as items are completed, priorities change or new items are proposed to be added. Click on the topic areas for action items to access the discussion from the corresponding chapter. Chapter 15: Implementation and Action Agenda 201 Plan Rye Brook Chapter 15: Implementation and Action Agenda 202 Action Agenda Immediate Action: Local Laws, Regulations and Policies Medium Term Action: Village Capital Investment Plan Long Term Action: Further Study Chapter 15: Implementation and Action Agenda 203 Local Laws, Regulations and Policies Village Inter- Governmental 4. Land Use and Zoning Create either a new Open Space/Recreation zone for the Blind Brook Country Club property, or zone 4.1 R-30 and mandate cluster development. Include the Village- and Town-designated parks in an Open Village Board Space/Recreation zone, to preserve these significant open space assets. Review the C1 and C1-P zones to address excessive front yard setbacks and provide sufficient buffering 4.2 from adjacent residential uses, and look at increasing height and floor area ratio (FAR) maximums to Village Board, accommodate 3-4 story mixed-use development (residential over commercial). Planning Board Explore allowing multifamily uses in the C1 and C1-P zones by special permit, subject to the following criteria: 4.3 Co-location with commercial/office uses Village Board, ■ Residential uses limited to upper floors in buildings fronting Westchester Avenue, Bowman Planning Board Avenue or South Ridge Street ■ New residential uses limited to studios and one-bedrooms Throughout the R2-F two-family residential zone, look at allowing offices as principal uses rather than 4.4 accessory home offices, subject to a special permit, to encourage viable uses while preserving the Village Board, residential character of existing buildings. Planning Board Explore creating a Village Center overlay zone — encompassing the existing C1, C1-P and OB-S zones, the OB-2-zoned parcel on Bowman Avenue east of Port Chester Middle School, as well as R2-F-zoned 4.5 parcels along South Ridge Street, Westchester Avenue and Bowman Avenue — to promote mixed use, Village Board, "downtown" development. Such a zone could provide for more flexible use, area and bulk standards or Planning Board zoning incentives, but require new development to conform to a set of advisory design guidelines. Chapter 15: Implementation and Action Agenda 204 5. Natural Resources and Stormwater Management Continue to focus on stormwater management at the regional and intermunicipal level, through 5.1 partnerships with other municipalities, institutions and advocacy groups, and pursue funding for such Engineering/ partnerships and projects as needed. Public Works 5.2 Create incentives for homeowners to better manage stormwater on a local level. Village Board, Building 6. Parks, Recreation and Open Space Undertake a comprehensive study of a potential community multipurpose recreational center, to determine: ■ The need for such a facility based on comparable resources in the surrounding vicinity; 6.1 ■ The uses, programming and amenities that could best be accommodated in such a facility, Village Board, Parks & Rec based on needs that are not being filled by Rye Brook's existing community center or parks; ■ Estimated construction and operating costs; and ■ The fiscal and fax implications of building and maintaining the facility. 6.2 In future development or redevelopment of key vacant or underutilized sites, seek to link existing parks Village Board, and open space areas through new or enhanced sidewalks or trails and signage. Planning Board 6.3 Continue to focus installation of new sidewalks on arterial roadways that link parks and schools with Engineering/ neighborhoods, as sidewalks may not be feasible or desirable in lower-density residential areas. Public Works 7. Transportation Monitor opportunities to improve safety and function of identified areas of traffic congestion (including Engineering/ Westchester 7.1 the intersections of South Ridge Street with Westchester and Bowman Avenues, and along King Street). Public Works, County DOT, Police Department NYSDOT Chapter 15: Implementation and Action Agenda 205 Revisit prior proposals for replacing the King Street/Hutchinson River Parkway interchange with a dual Village Board, Town of 7.2 roundabout interchange and/or roadway striping plan, coordinating with the Town of Greenwich and Engineering/ Greenwich, the New York State Department of Transportation. Public Works NYSDOT Initiate discussions with the County on potential new or expanded bus routes along King Street (and Westchester 7.3 potentially other corridors), based on existing data and studies and with the goal of maintaining traffic Engineering/ County DOT, volumes and minimizing impacts to adjacent residential neighborhoods. Public Works NYSDOT 7.4 Continue to work closely with the County on potential strategies to mitigate noise, air quality and other Village Westchester impacts related to the Westchester County Airport. age Board County DOT 8. Infrastructure and Utilities Promote water conservation through public education, potential planning guidelines and policies to Engineering/ 8.1 mandate water conservation and coordination with regional experts.g p Public Works 8.2 Facilitate the use of green infrastructure techniques as presented in the NYS DEC Stormwater Planning Board, Management Design Manual. Building 8.3 Educate the public about illegal sewer connections. Engineering/Public Works Work with utility companies and appropriate governmental agencies to identify, monitor and track repaving and road improvement projects with utility infrastructure projects, to reduce repetitive Engineering/ Westchester 8.4 Count DOT construction, costs and traffic delays. Coordination with the agencies and utility providers on effective Public Works y ' public dissemination of this information. NYSDOT 9. Housing 9.1 Maintain good communications with HOAs, major property owners and landlords. Administration Chapter 15: Implementation and Action Agenda 206 9 2 Continue strong enforcement of land use regulations and the conditions of site plan, subdivision or other land-use approvals. Building In the event that multifamily residential are allowed in commercial zones, include a provision that 10% 9.3 of any new units be set aside for fair and affordable housing. Village Board 9.4 Consider allowing multifamily uses (senior as well as market-rate) by special permit in office zones. Village Board 9.5 Adopt a policy that any zoning change (including mixed-use) sought by an applicant that would expand the permitted uses should include a provision for affordable housing units. Village Board Explore allowing accessory apartments in low-density single-family zones subject to criteria including: ■ They would be allowable only in the R-12, R-15, R-20 and R-25 zones ■ They would require a special permit from the Village Board ■ They must satisfy parking requirements for both the principal and accessory residential 9.6 use Village Board ■ They may be no larger than 20% to 25% of the principal residential use and limited to studios or one-bedroom units ■ Either the principal residential use or accessory apartment must be occupied by the property owner or a family member 9.7 Continue to encourage affordable housing developers to use the Village's affordable housing floating zone and other land use provisions adopted as part of the Westchester County model ordinance. Village Board 10. Commercial Development 10.1 Abolish the OB-S zone and rezone the areas included in that zone to the C1-P district. Village Board Consider rezoning the commercial property between the Port Chester Middle School and Rye Brook Plaza from OB-2 to C1-P. With this rezoning in place, look at revising the permitted uses in the 013- 10.2 2 zone to exclude single-family uses and residential-to-office conversions, as the only remaining Village Board uses in the OB-2 zone would be the 760/800 Westchester Avenue office complex and the middle school. Chapter 15: Implementation and Action Agenda 207 10.3 Clean up the permitted and special permit uses in the OB-2 and OB-3 zones to eliminate redundancies and minimize confusing cross-references. Village Board 10.4 Assess whether separate OB-2 and OB-3 zones are needed, given their identical minimum lot sizes and similar area and bulk regulations. Village Board 10.5 Consider whether multifamily housing should be allowed in office zones by special permit, as well as complementary retail, restaurant or recreational uses. Village Board Consider measures to address issues of nonconformity in PUD zones, including: ■ Remove the locational requirement for PUDs to be north of the Hutchinson River Parkway. ■ Adjust the density requirement for residential uses to a less restrictive regulation that still maintains Rye Brook's low-density character. ■ Adjust the FAR requirement for offices to better match modern facilities. The current 0.12 maximum FAR is highly restrictive; a range of 0.25 to 0.5 may be more 10.6 appropriate. Village Board ■ Remove the square footage restriction on retail uses, and instead require any retail to be accessory to a principal use. Continue to make such uses subject to a special permit. ■ Allow assisted-living or senior congregate-care facilities to be a maximum of four stories or 45 feet in height, as consistent with typical facilities of this type. ■ Adjust the parking requirement for assisted-living facilities to 0.5 spaces per unit (currently 0.75 spaces per unit) as consistent with actual parking utilization of such facilities. 11 . Village Center Focus on creating a navigable pedestrian network to improve access to the shopping and civic Planning Board, 11.1 destinations surrounding Rye Brook's primary intersection at South Ridge Street and Bowman Avenue. Engineering/ Public Works 11.2 Work with the County DPW to create formalized crosswalks at the Bowman Avenue/South Ridge Street Engineering/ Westchester and Ellendale Avenue/South Ridge Street intersections. Public Works County DPW Chapter 15: Implementation and Action Agenda 208 In the short-term, create landscaped buffers along sidewalks on South Ridge Street. Longer-term, 1 1.3 promote a development pattern that places new buildings closer to the street frontage and provides Planning Board, parking to the rear of buildings. This could be encouraged through the use of design guidelines or Village Board other regulations, including streamlining site plan review or by providing developer incentives. Work with property owners to strengthen pedestrian frontages within shopping centers through 11.4 improved landscaping, lighting and wayfinding signage and branding, and extend this approach to Planning Board, the shopping centers' parking lots and road frontages along South Ridge Street and Bowman Avenue. Village Board 12. Municipal Facilities and Community Character 12.1 Revisit the 2010 Police Department and Village Hall Space Analysis Study to determine the extent to Administration, Police which its recommendations for the Police Department remain valid and may be best implemented. Department Continue to maintain a strong and cooperative relationship with the Blind Brook and Port Chester 12.2 School Districts to ensure that they meet the needs of students and their families, while retaining and Administration enhancing the community character of Rye Brook as a whole. Chapter 15: Implementation and Action Agenda 209 Village Capital Investment Plan Village Inter- Governmental 4. Land Use and Zoning 4.6 Pursue a right of first offer for the gas station property at Ridge Street/Bowman Avenue for potential use Village Board, as mixed-use development and/or public space. Administration 5. Natural Resources and Stormwater Management Undertake a comprehensive sustainability plan to articulate a vision and approach to sustainability that is tailored to Rye Brook, with an action plan of implementable practices or projects that would be Village Board, 5.3 Sustainability effective in addressing specific goals, objectives and targets in a measurable and cost-effective manner Committee through the establishment of milestones and appropriate timelines. 6. Parks, Recreation and Open Space Consider installing additional benches and seating areas near the older baseball field at Pine Ridge Engineering/ 6.4 Park. Public Works, Parks & Rec Undertake upgrades to Garibaldi Park to improve its usage and aesthetics, with consideration for: ■ Replacing the playground apparatus. ■ Seeking alternate funding for replacement of the baseball field and surrounding area with Engineering/ 6.5 artificial turf. Public Works, Parks & ■ Coordinating with the Washington Park Plaza owners on installation of a planting screen or Rec mural along the rear of the commercial building to reduce the incidence of graffiti. ■ Pursuing future acquisition of additional properties along Garibaldi Place to allow for more Chapter 15: Implementation and Action Agenda 210 programmable park space and added parking. Consider enhancements to passive recreational spaces to make them more user-friendly; raise their visibility; and reduce problems associated with unmarked open space, such as dumping. For Rich Manor Park in particular, explore actions such as: Engineering/ 6.6 ■ Addition of park signage and benches. Public Works, Parks & ■ Wayfinding signage directing bicyclists and pedestrians to the park via the path along Rec Acker Drive. ■ Creation of walking paths into and through the park, providing for views of the brook. Pursue creation of a trail network on the 16-acre Village-owned parcel on upper Lincoln Avenue. Parks & Rec, 6.7 Explore providing both pedestrian and bicycle trails, as well as related amenities such as benches, Engineering/ restrooms, signage and bike racks, and provide for public access to the Blind Brook. Public Works Explore the potential for dog park(s) at the Village-owned Lincoln Avenue property or the future Village Board, 6'8 Bowman Avenue Park. Parks & Rec 7. Transportation Undertake a bicycle and transportation improvements plan to establish a priority list of capital Engineering/ Westchester 7.5 improvement projects and potential funding sources for necessary infrastructure. Public Works County DOT, NYSDOT Extend and widen the sidewalk along the northern side of Bowman Avenue, from South Ridge Street to 7.6 Port Chester Middle School, to increase pedestrian capacity and provide a continuous walkway from Engineering/ Westchester Ridge Street west to the school's baseball field. Public Works County DOT 7.7 Explore the potential for a new pedestrian crossing on Ridge Street from the sidewalks on the eastern Engineering/ Westchester side of the roadwayto the Crawford Park entrance on the western side. Public Works County DOT Chapter 15: Implementation and Action Agenda 211 8. Infrastructure and Utilities Work with the County to continue to implement projects that can reduce inflow and infiltration into 8.5 sanitary sewer collection systems, in order to improve capacity and reduce stress on the County's Engineering/ Westchester treatment plants. Public Works County DPW 11 . Village Center 11.5 Complete the sidewalks along the frontages of the Rye Ridge Shopping Center, especially on the west Engineering/ Westchester side of South Ridge Street north of Crescent Avenue. Public Works County DOT 11.6 Work with shopping center owners to establish clearly defined networks of internal pathways within Engineering/ surface parking areas, and link these networks to enhanced Village sidewalks. Public Works Incorporate in the DPW facility replacement plans green building elements and green buffers to 11.7 screen its activities from adjacent residential uses. Control the design and placement of lighting to Engineering/ avoid spillage onto adjoining properties. Public Works Implement design guidelines as an advisory document to encourage diversity in building type, 11.8 program and character, and to promote flexibility in the approval process. Such guidelines could be Village Board, applicable within a downtown overlay zone. Planning Board 11.9 Consider developing local signage design guidelines based on existing positive examples. Village Board, Planning Board Chapter 15: Implementation and Action Agenda 212 Further Study Village Inter- Governmental 6. Parks, Recreation and Open Space Explore acquiring Crawford Park from Town of Rye to capitalize on its potential as the Village's 6.9 "Central Park." One area of potential focus for expanded uses at the park is the portion fronting Ridge Village Board Town of Rye Street, which is not subject to the same deed restrictions as the remainder of Crawford Park. 12. Municipal Facilities and Community Character Look at broadening the constituency of the Anthony J. Posillipo Community Center to appeal to a wider demographic and attract more users, while ensuring that the center continues to serve its core constituency of Rye Brook's seniors. Potential measures include: ■ Forging stronger partnerships with area institutions such as schools and the library, and improving coordination with the Village Parks and Recreation Department. Senior Services, 12.3 0 Targeted building investments such as multimedia upgrades to make the facility more Administration, Parks attractive to hosting a greater variety of events and activities. & Rec ■ Obtaining additional parking adjacent to Garibaldi Park and clearly marking it as usable for the Community Center, with improved signage and wayfinding. ■ Enhanced branding and expanded outreach to the community at large, including improved marketing of the center's availability for event rentals. 12.4 Undertake a village-wide community branding initiative. Village Board Chapter 15: Implementation and Action Agenda 213 Chapter 15: Implementation and Action Agenda 214 Rye Brook Parks and Recreation Advisory Council February 3, 2015 Members in attendance: Scott Tillison,James Shutzer, Adam Berman, Adam Zahl, and Brian Funtleyder Members Absent: Chris Dutra, Steve Ketchabaw,Traci Ehrenfried, Frank Carbone On a motion made by Scott Tillison and seconded by Adam Berman,the Parks and Recreation Advisory Council recommends that the Village Board authorizes Kompan playgrounds to design the playground to replace the existing playground at Pine Ridge Park with Kompan structures,while leaving the existing swings. All were in favor. The This document printed New York State Tuesday, 10/07/2014 Contract Reporter NYS'official source of contracting opportunities Bringing business and government together ContractingOpportunity Title: Playground Equipment Agency: General Services, NYS Office of New York State Procurement Contract Term: expires June 2016 Date of Issue: 10/07/2014 Ad End Date: 10/15/2014 County(ies): All NYS counties Classification(s): Educational& Recreational - Commodities Opportunity Type: Notice of sole/single source or procurement exempt from advertising Description: New York Ste Office of General Services, NYS Procurement (NYSPro) intends to estzablish a statewide contract for Playground Equipment by utilizing the US Communities contracts listed below via piggyback: 1) KOMPAN and 2) Game Time. This is being done under the authority provided to the Comissioner of OGS in New York State Finance Law Section 163.10.10e. which states "... The commissioner may authorize purchases reqired by State agencies or other authorized purchasers by letting a contract pursuant to a written agreement or by approving the use of a contract let by and department, agency or instrumentality of the United States government and/or any department, agency, office, political subdivision or instrumentality of any state or states ..." The resulting contracts will offer playground equipment and may be used by all authorized users of NYS centralized contracts. Pursuant to State Finance Law Sections 139-j and 139k, this solicitation includes and imposes ertain Restrictions on communications between OGS and an Officer/budder duringthe procurement process. Please refer to the claused contained herein.. SUMMARY OF POLICY AND PROHIBITIONS ON PROCUREMENT LOBBYING: Pursant to State Finance Law Sections 139-j and 139-k, this solicition includes and imposes certain restrictions on communications be on communications between OGS and an Offerer/bidder during the procurement process. An Offerer/Bidder is restrcted from making contacts from the earliest notice of intent to solicit offers/bids through final award and approval of the 1 of 3 Procurement Contract by OGS and, if applicable, the Office of the State Comptroller("restricted period")to other than designated staff unless it is a contract that is included among certain statutory exceptions set forth in State Finance Law Section 139-j(3)(a). Designated staff, as of the date here of, is identified on the first page of this solicitation. OGS employees are also required to obtain certain information when contacted during the restricted period and make a determination of the responsibility of the Offerer/Bidder pursuant to these two statutes. Certain findings of non-responsibility can result in rejection for contract award and in the event of two findings within a four-year period, the Offerer/bidder is debarred from obtaining governmental Procurement Contracts. A complete copy of OGS policy on thge Procurement Lobbying Law can be found at http://www.ogs.ny.gov/aboutOGS/regulations/defau ItSFL_139j-k.asp Information about the Procurement Lobbying Law and the text of the law are available at the following URL: http://www.ogs.ny.gov/aboutOgs/regulations/default AdvisoryCouncil.html Reason for advertising exemption:Single Source Award recipient: Multiple Any questions or comments regarding this notice of sole-source, single-source, or procurement otherwise exempt from advertising in the NYS Contract Reporter should be directed to the contact person listed for the contracting agency or public authority. 2of3 Contact Information Primary contact: General Services, NYS Office of New York State Procurement NYS Procurement Dorah Rosenzweig CMS Corning Tower, 38th Floor Empire State Plaza Albany, NY 12242 United States Ph: 518-474-9764 Fax: 518-486-6867 Dorah.Blutheogs.ny.gov ©2014, Empire State Development http://www.esd.ny.gov/ 3 of 3 Introduction We would like to thank Pine Ridge Park for considering KOMPAN Playgrounds! Following is our proposal for play equipment for Option 1.This document includes materials specific to your playground, along with general information. The following information is included. SECTION 1 Who We Are SECTION 2 2D Site Plan Individual Product Information(renderings and technical information) SECTION 3 ADA Evaluation Play Value Analysis SECTION 4 Materials Specifications(for each product line featured) Warranty If you should have any questions concerning the contents of this proposal, please contact your KOMPAN salesperson, Andrew Kimball, at 508-243-9727. Again, thank you! KOMPAN, Inc. KOMPAN,Inc.-930 Broadway,Tacoma,WA 98402-Tel 800 426 9788-Fax 253 579 1045-kompan.com KOMPAN� Who We Are Outdoor play is the ideal antidote to overstructured and inactive lifestyles. Providing engaging, challenging, and durable playgrounds ensures that kids play harder, stay longer, and come back more often to satisfy their natural need to play. KOMPAN is committed to making the most of that time on the playground. ROOTS IN DESIGN KOMPAN's unique approach to designing playground equipment has enriched chil- dren's play experiences for over 40 years. Founded by a sculptural artist and a child development specialist,KOMPAN produces equipment that blends modern design and exceptional play value. By creating products that satisfy children's innate need for play,with aesthetics that appeal to those who purchase them, KOMPAN has become a world leader of manufactured play equipment. INNOVATION KOMPAN designers understand that children have different abilities at every stage of development.That's why KOMPAN is constantly developing new products and has the broadest portfolio of play equipment to choose from.From colorful thematic designs for younger children to exciting dynamic motion for older chil- dren,KOMPAN's wide variety of product designs offers creative solutions for any play environment. PLAY VALUE KOMPAN products are designed with a respect for kids'abilities that keeps them coming back for more.To ensure that KOMPAN products are designed appropri- ately for each age group with the maximum play value,we founded the KOM- PAN Play Institute(KPI).KPI is a network of child development experts who con- duct play research,guide product development,and educate play environment designers about the importance of quality play value and design.Our focus on children and the benefits of play is reflected in every product we create. QUALITY As an international supplier of playground equipment,KOMPAN manufactures its products using high quality materials and processes to withstand the harshest conditions and climates.KOMPAN's manufacturing is certified to 15014000 stan- dards and our environmental policy has earned the company the Green Business Award.Our commitment to quality helps to ensure that KOMPAN equipment will provide a lasting benefit to every customer. SAFETY KOMPAN takes safety seriously.Our comprehensive approach to safety combines safe design and safe materials. We understand that by minimizing risks, we enable children to fully explore the world of play. KOMPAN is a self-certifying company.Our products are IPEMA certified,which guarantees conformance to current ASTM standards. THE FUTURE OF PLAY The issues facing children today,including epidemic obesity rates and sedentary lifestyles,give greater importance to the development of quality play environ- ments that deliver a variety of play experiences.By designing products that offer children appropriate,safe,and exciting choices on the playground,KOMPAN will continue to lead the way for innovative play. 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Product development is an ongoing process.We "=Total height of product. reserve the right to make modifications on all EM/C IPEM/C our products.This product may not be mirrored, Highest designated play surface and space required scaled or altered in any way.Safety zones must Meets ASTM F2373 CERTIFIED CERTIFIED are according to ASTM F1487. be retained for proper placement of equipment- for ui ment. requirements ASTM CAN/ p p p q p for children ages F9487 CSAZ6M4 Equipment must be installed over resilient surfacing If any changes are required,please contact your 6-23 months. appropriate to the safety guidelines in your area. KOMPAN representative at 1.800.426.9788. To verify product certification,visit www.ipema.org KOMPAN Product Info SHIP & CASTLE CLIMBER - GSP4006 Best User Age: 2-5 years Elevated Accessible Elevated Accessible Ground Accessible Ground J Activities:8 Activities Level Activities Level Play Types Footings: In-ground posts Surface installation also available ¢ Present s 3 2 a Required 4 3 3 Technical information available at kompan.com ` a • *Also available with Steel Slides. r � _t -= 7 U —Highest designated play surface. Product development is an ongoing process.We '=Total height ofproduct. reserve the right to make modifications on all IPEM/C `JIPEM/C our products.This product may not be mirrored, CERTIFIEDCERTIFIED Highest designated play surface and space required scaled or altered in any way.Safety zones must ASTM CAN/ are according to ASTM F1487. be retained for proper placement of equipment. F1487 CSA-2614 Equipment must be installed over resilient surfacing If any changes are required,please contact your appropriate to the safety guidelines in your area. KOMPAN representative at 1.800.426.9788. To verify product certification,visit www.ipema.org KOMPAN Product Info SHIP & CASTLE CLIMBER - GSP4006 1 2'11"o 8fi 28 op . aa 1 1 �ss.I o \ 28'-6" \ \ [86 cm] o e e o 16'-6" ea na [502cm] o o ,' xyn�v 1 GSP400601-xx11\\� '5'-7' /171 cm "11'-5"/349cm 1 "'665.2ft'/61.8m2 1 / 18'_2" GSP400601-xx11 '5'-7"/171 cm [553cm] "11'-5"/349cm "'665.2ft2/61.8M2 30'-2" [919cm] Scale: 1/8"=1'-0" KOMPAN Product Info BLAZER - ELE400021 Best User Age: 2-5 years Elevated Accessible Elevated Accessible Ground Accessible Ground J Activities:0 Activities Level Activities Level Play Types Footings: In-ground posts Surface installation also available ¢ Present 0 1 1 a Technical information available at kompan.com `a Required 0 1 1 O O 7'-T 19'-7" [228cm] [597cm] ELE400021 \ 276.5 ft'/25.7 m' / T-T'/100 cm 2-7"/79 cm / 6'-7" [200cm] [570cm] —Highest designated play surface. Product development is an ongoing process.We o 11 O.Z. 'WN... =Total height of product. reserve the right to make modifications on all `,IPEIM `JIPEM/C our products.This product may not be mirrored, CERTIFIED CERTIFIED Highest designated play surface and space required scaled or altered in any way.Safety zones must are according to ASTM F1487. ASTM r CA 4 , be retained for proper placement of equipment. F7487 61 Equipment must be installed over resilient surfacing If any changes are required,please contact your appropriate to the safety guidelines in your area. KOMPAN representative at 1.800.426.9788. To verify product certification,visit www.ipema.org KOMPAN Product Info SPINNER BOWL - ELE400024 Best User Age: 4-12 years Elevated Accessible Elevated Accessible Ground Accessible Ground J Activities:0 Activities Level Activities Level Play Types Footings: In-ground posts Surface installation also available ¢ Present 0 1 1 a Technical information available at kompan.com `a Required 0 1 1 Blue Green Red / \ [55cm] OI 13'-9.. �24 [419cm] Yellow \� 148.3 ft' 13.8 m' / 1'-6"/46 cm / "2'-0"/61 cm / H1 r-8 Scale:1/8"=1' [52cm] 13'-9" [419cm] '=Highest designated play surface. Product development is an ongoing process.We o 11 O.Z. 'WN... =Total height of product. reserve the right to make modifications on all `,IPEIM `JIPEM/C our products.This product may not be mirrored, CERTIFIED CERTIFIED Highest designated play surface and space required scaled or altered in any way.Safety zones must are according to ASTM F1487. ASTM r CA 4 , be retained for proper placement of equipment. F7487 61 Equipment must be installed over resilient surfacing If any changes are required,please contact your appropriate to the safety guidelines in your area. KOMPAN representative at 1.800.426.9788. To verify product certification,visit www.ipema.org KOMPAN Product Info CREST - ELE500016 • Best User Age: 5-12 years Elevated Accessible Elevated Accessible Ground Accessible Ground J Activities:6 Activities Level Activities Level Play Types Footings: In-ground posts Surface installation also available ¢ Present 6 4 3 a Technical information available at kompan.com `a Required 3 3 3 I 4 i 1 1s J =Highest designated play surface. Product development is an ongoing process.We o 11 O.Z. 'WN... =Total height of product. reserve the right to make modifications on all `,IPEIM `JIPEM/C our products.This product may not be mirrored, CERTIFIED CERTIFIED Highest designated play surface and space required scaled or altered in any way.Safety zones must are according to ASTM F1487. ASTM r CA 4 , be retained for proper placement of equipment. F7487 61 Equipment must be installed over resilient surfacing If any changes are required,please contact your appropriate to the safety guidelines in your area. KOMPAN representative at 1.800.426.9788. To verify product certification,visit www.ipema.org KOMPAN Product Info ~REST - A^E500016 ^ // \ \ 5'-O \ [183cn] \ 1 41 \ \ 23'10^ [72 cm] | \ 35'-6^ [1112cnU � �44cnU | / eLesuo 1s / / 836ft'/rrrmp ^r�1o^/�mom ' / 15''-11 484 / / ' �wy /- - - - - - - - -- | \ 5'-0 \ / \ [1O3cn] z'cm/ Scale:1/8^~r 37''11^ KOMPAN Product Info SUPERNOVA - GXY916 Best User Age: 5+years Elevated Accessible Elevated Accessible Ground Accessible Ground J Activities:0 Activities Level Activities Level Play Types Footings: In-ground posts Surface installation also available ¢ Present 0 1 1 a Technical information available at kompan.com `a Required 0 1 1 Green Blue / 6'-9" l [206cm] / 1 18'-11" [576cm] GXY916 \ 280.5 ft'/26.1 m' / 2'-0"/60 cm "2'-0"/60 cm =Highest designated play surface. Product development is an ongoing process.We Total height of product. reserve the right to make modifications on all `JIPEM/C IPEM/tC our products.This product may not be mirrored, CERTIFIED CERTIFIED Highest designated play surface and space required scaled or altered in any way.Safety zones must ASTM CAW be according to ASTM F1487. be retained for proper placement of equipment. F1487 CSA-7614. Equipment must be installed over resilient surfacing If any changes are required,please contact your appropriate to the safety guidelines in your area. KOMPAN representative at 1.800.426.9788. To verify product certification,visit www.ipema.org KOMPAN Product Info SPICA 1 - GXY8014 Best User Age: 5-12 years Elevated Accessible Elevated Accessible Ground Accessible Ground J Activities:0 Activities Level Activities Level Play Types Footings: In-ground posts Surface installation also available ¢ Present 0 1 1 a Technical information available at kompan.com `a Required 0 1 1 \ 1,-6„ [45cm] 13'-8" [416cm] GXY8014 146.6 ft2/13.6 m2 / T-3"/100 cm "5-5"/166 cm =Highest designated play surface. Product development is an ongoing process.We Total height of product. reserve the right to make modifications on all `JIPEM/C IPEM/tC our products.This product may not be mirrored, CERTIFIED CERTIFIED Highest designated play surface and space required scaled or altered in any way.Safety zones must ASTM CAW be according to ASTM F1487. be retained for proper placement of equipment. F1487 CSA-7614. Equipment must be installed over resilient surfacing If any changes are required,please contact your appropriate to the safety guidelines in your area. KOMPAN representative at 1.800.426.9788. To verify product certification,visit www.ipema.org KOMPAN Product Info SPICA 2 - GXY8015 Best User Age: 5-12 years Elevated Accessible Elevated Accessible Ground Accessible Ground J Activities:0 Activities Level Activities Level Play Types Footings: In-ground posts Surface installation also available ¢ Present 0 1 1 a Technical information available at kompan.com `a Required 0 1 1 1,-6„ / [45cm] 13'-8" [416cm] GXY8015 / 146.6 ft2/13.6 m2 / T-3"/100 cm "5-5"/166 cm Scale:1/8"=l' =Highest designated play surface. Product development is an ongoing process.We Total height of product. reserve the right to make modifications on all `JIPEM/C IPEM/tC our products.This product may not be mirrored, CERTIFIED CERTIFIED Highest designated play surface and space required scaled or altered in any way.Safety zones must ASTM CAW be according to ASTM F1487. be retained for proper placement of equipment. F1487 CSA-7614. Equipment must be installed over resilient surfacing If any changes are required,please contact your appropriate to the safety guidelines in your area. KOMPAN representative at 1.800.426.9788. To verify product certification,visit www.ipema.org KOMPAN Product Info EMERALD - COR20700 Best User Age: 5-12 years rn • FO Elevated Accessible Elevated Accessible Ground Accessible Ground J Activities:0 Activities Level Activities Level Play Types Footings:concrete,with min.3500 psi compressive ¢ • strength in well-compacted soil.In poor soil conditions, z Present 0 1 1 footing size may need to be enlarged. Q Q • 0 Required 0 1 1 Technical information available at kompan.com `a 'Available with red ropes only. C =Highest designated play surface. Product development is an ongoing process.We reserve the right to make modifications on all "=Total height of product. 9 `IPEMA JIPEMAj our products.This product may not be mirrored, CERTIFIED CERTIFIED Highest designated play surface and space required scaled or altered in any way.Safety zones must ASTM CAW are according to ASTM F1487. be retained for proper placement of equipment. F1487 - CS&MId. Equipment must be installed over resilient surfacing If any changes are required,please contact your appropriate to the safety guidelines in your area. KOMPAN representative at 1.800.426.9788. To verify product certification,visit www.ipema.org KOMPAN Product Info EMERALD - COR20700 / o \ \ 28'-4" / \ [864cm] 16'-4" [498cm] \ / \ COR 0700001 / \ '6'-7"/200cm "13'-4"/407cm / \ "'683.8ft2/63.5m2 / 18'-10" Scale: 1/8"=1'-0" [573cm] 30'-10" [941 cm] *'6 KOM PAN ADA Evaluation - Option 1 With the introduction of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990 and the subsequent adoption of guidelines specific to play areas, accessibility has become an important issue to everyone. Below is a chart evaluating the play area for your proposed playground. This evaluation assumes that proper resilient surfacing within the play site and an accessible route of travel to the play area and equipment are a part of this proposal package. Also, that no other play equipment is in the site. This play area meets current ADA requirements. Play Area for 2-5 Year Olds Elevated Activities Ground Level Activities Ground Level Play Types 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 Elevated Activities Ground Level Activities Ground Level Play Types Quantity Present in Site 8 10 5 Quantity on Accessible Route 5 10 5 Quantity Required to be Accessible 4 5 5 *'6 KOM PAN ADA Evaluation - Option 1 With the introduction of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990 and the subsequent adoption of guidelines specific to play areas, accessibility has become an important issue to everyone. Below is a chart evaluating the play area for your proposed playground. This evaluation assumes that proper resilient surfacing within the play site and an accessible route of travel to the play area and equipment are a part of this proposal package. Also, that no other play equipment is in the site. This play area meets current ADA requirements. Play Area for 5-12 Year Olds Elevated Activities Ground Level Activities AW Ground Level Play Types 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 Elevated Activities Ground Level Activities Ground Level Play Types Quantity Present in Site 6 11 6 Quantity on Accessible Route 6 11 6 Quantity Required to be Accessible 3 6 6 Play Value Analysis At KOMPAN, we feel that it is important to look at the total play environment and not just the equipment.That's why we have created an individual evaluation to share our knowledge with you. Below is an explanation of your play area and the benefits of the play equipment it contains. For safer, age appropriate play, it is recommended that play areas for younger age groups be separated from older age groups. Play Area for There is a wide range of abilities among children between the ages of 2 and 5. 2-5 Year Old Children Through play,young children are actually working hard to develop important gross motor and fine motor skills.They also cultivate balancing skills and spatial perception:the ability to know how their bodies occupy space.And though they play independently—separately for the most part through parallel play—they are beginning to touch on important social skills. Young children enjoy playing in bright and colorful environments.These set- tings stimulate their imaginations,encouraging them to explore, pretend,and be active.Children in the 2-5 age range like to playact: practicing their social skills by emulating everyday life,as when playing house,or exploring their self- potential by becoming "rescue heroes".Theme play is very important to help nurture these abilities and behaviors.There is also something very special to small children about having play furniture and playhouses just their size. It lets them know these things are just for them,and that they are welcomed. SWINGS SWINGS are units of pure movement.Not only does swinging stimulate the ves KSW910-2B-1 A-31 tibular nerves,but the action of swinging is also great physical gross motor exercise and has positive emotional benefits.Swinging is a favorite activity for people young and old.Paradoxically,swinging can be both exciting and relaxing.When two children are seated,they can engage in swinging competitions or sway back and forth alone.Thus,swinging is a beneficial and efficient combination of indi- vidual and social play activity. Parents pushing their toddlers in the Infant Swing give them their first experi- ences with the motion of swinging.This is a fun play activity for parents and kids to do together.Some children will immediately like the movement and joy of being pushed by a parent who will let them go for a short time and then cap- ture them again.Other children will take a while to enjoy the experience.Parent and child will find out together what the child's tolerance for swinging is.Ves- tibular stimulation,achieved though rapid movements,trains the sense of bal- ance,which is an important development issue for all children.They all need this experience,but at their own pace. Most children,younger and older,like to swing-but some children need a little more support than others.This swing set features Accessible Seats,allowing all children to experience the thrill of swinging. KOMPAN Play Value Analysis MOMENTS STORY MAKERS Young children learn best when both their bodies and minds are engaged.All learning—emotional,physical,motor,brain,social,and intellectual—is accel- erated,facilitated,and fueled by the pleasure of play. Playground equipment that promotes all types of play is vital for a child's development in every domain. Play begins simply and grows more complex as a child grows older.The STORY MAKERS product line is designed to encourage all forms of play and to con- tinue to provide age-appropriate challenges as a child progress from toddler to preschooler.All children proceed through predictable stages of growth and change, regardless of their different temperaments and backgrounds. Age- appropriateness is based on the stages of development through which all chil- dren advance,though the rate of progress varies from child to child. STORY MAKERS designs incorporate visually captivating, playful themes.The settings are warm and welcoming, inviting children to congregate and com- municate. Familiar themes encourage them to engage in social pretend play, which aids the development of social and linguistic skills needed for success in school.The content of the socio-dramatic play that unfolds will vary depending on children's experiences:input from the play equipment,a story read to them, an event at the childcare center,something that happened in the family,or even television. STORY MAKERS features an array of thoughtful design options created for opti- mal play.Features include upstairs and downstairs,entrances and exits,climbing nets,counters, refuges,and ground-level play. Bright colors,cartoon-inspired animations, puzzle pieces, hidden animals,and manipulative details enhance the flexibly themed structures and themed rocking toys.The variety of engag- ing activities lengthens children's playtimes,which fosters their ability to focus attention and to persist at challenging learning tasks—a crucial component of academic achievement. Moreover,STORY MAKERS are wellsprings of physi- cal activity for young children,who are constantly moving up,down,around, and through the structures.All these elements combine to give young children a playful space that is cheerful, interesting,challenging,and filled with things to do. MSC5415P COTTAGE DELUXE The Cottage Deluxe represents a new generation of the classic play house,with an abundance of details and semi-open space.The transparency of the design facilitates lots of movement into,out of,and around the structure.The roof is open and includes carved-out shapes such as stars that will stimulate toddlers' imaginations and curiosity about details.The familiar house theme inspires con- structive and imaginative play involving cooking and family activities.Openings and counters encourage social interaction and constructive play.The mouse hid- den in the corner on both sides gets incorporated into the play.Toddlers are fas- cinated by small details.The mirror is a great detail that will get lots of attention. The small ball situated next to the counter makes a sound and attracts eager hands for experimentation.On the window sill,toddlers will find two small holes for shifting sand or decorating with flowers. One end of the house features a counter with holes and manipulatives,and the other end has an opening to look out or in.Outside there is even a small platform to climb up and look inside.The KOMPAN Play Value Analysis number on the house is another thoughtful detail that can be put to use in sim- ple numerical learning. IMAGINATOR Imagine the gigantic King's Castle with beautiful princesses and fearless knights or imagine the unconquerable Pirate ship with its brave pirate captain and his heroic pirate crew-the imagination of children is limitless and with the new product line KOMPAN IMAGINATOR as play supporter you will have endless hours of imaginative play and role play. IMAGINATOR offers a vast variety of colourful playgrounds and numerous physi- cal play activities as well as different themes for children of all ages. IMAGINA- TOR is designed on a modern and modular platform which makes it possible to design unique play structures tailor made to meet individual requirement for size,visibility and play activities. GSP4006 SHIP&CASTLE CLIMBER This ship with Castle Climber has great role play appeal with its sail,jolly roger flag,seaman's binocular,hammock,and spider net climber.It offers varied train- ing of motor skills such as balance,cross-coordination and sense of space.The child enters the ship by an ADA stair case.On deck there are varied manipulative play items and a good view of the playground,all affording role play intensely. The child can slide down and take a rest under deck on the hammock.Or sit in the corner, using the small play table to write a message for the bottle post. Another egress from deck is the Double Slide.From there,the spider net can be climbed to reach land and rescue in the outpost tower with canon,slide,and Curly Climber. ELEMENTS ELEMENTS is designed with the insight of KOMPAN's 30+years of experience in early childhood development. Built right in are features focusing on play through the eyes of the 2-5 year old child. Friendly rounded curves and flow- ing bends around corners and platforms produce a sense of curiosity and won- derment for small children who enjoy games of hide-and-seek and peek-a-boo. Enclosed spaces and cozy corners make great"secret spots"that all young chil- dren enjoy,since these places correspond to a small child's size. We also make efficient use of our colorful panel enclosures, creating finger mazes, play patterns,and different textures to increase tactile stimulation and play through experimentation.Small view holes are playfully placed here and there in the ELEMENTS panels, letting kids peep at each other and parents or checkout the playground surroundings. ELE400021 BLAZER Spring toys like the Blazer make a welcome addition to any playground.Young children enjoy the sheer exuberance of rocking,while the effort required to set the toy in motion (and keep it going) provides excellent gross motor physical exercise.Rocking stimulates the vestibular nerves,promoting balance and spa- tial skills,and small children learn about cause and effect as their actions are rep- licated by the Blazer's springing motions. Rhythmic movement is also a crucial support to learning languages. This multi-user spring toy accommodates up to three children on the seats KOMPAN Play Value Analysis themselves,and a few more can pile onto the center platform.When multiple children ride at once,they learn negotiation skills as they coordinate their move- ments to improve the bounce.Moreover,the open-ended design of the rockers makes the Blazer an inspiring prop for pretend play.Their shapes transform eas- ily into whatever object children care to imagine. ELE400024 SPINNER BOWL The Spinner Bowl is a load of fun for all ages!Originally designed for the pur- pose of experimental sand play,children would learn about centrifugal force and gravity as sand spilled out of holes when the bowl was spun. But during our studies of how children used this event,we found they also greatly enjoyed climbing inside for a spin of their own.To support kids'very apparent drive to use the Spinner Bowl in this manner, it has been engineered to accommodate the desires of their hearts:a thrilling ride that also provides the physical bene- fits of vestibular stimulation and excellent balance training.The best user age is 4-12,but the Spinner Bowl can be enjoyed by all. Play Area for Studies show that children of this age group are quite sophisticated nowadays. 5-12 Year Old Children Exposure to television,video games,computers,and the Internet has greatly increased this generation's technological savvy.What was stimulating to 5-12 year olds twenty years ago is now uninteresting without the bells and whistles of current technology,and therefore,not worth their time. This conclusion also applies to the playground equipment offered to the 5-12 age range. Especially for the older end of this age group (say,9-12 years old), kids are concerned about their image.Schools and parks invest a great deal of resources towards the end of playground equipment, but it does no good to offer it if the kids it was meant for won't play on it because it looks too childish. But now more than ever—because of the aforementioned indoor distractions, along with the pressures of school and structured extracurricular activities— kids need to get outside,get some physical exercise,and just have fun. EDGE Kids will always seek the edge.KOMPAN's EDGE play structures ensure they'll have a great time when they find it.EDGE brings kids to the edge of play by challeng- ing their skills while making the most of your playground.Combining PLAY360' Design,soaring towers,and PlayActive'"features,EDGE elevates play to a whole new level. We all know kids will play how they choose. Traditional playground design doesn't always allow for challenging choices. When we designed EDGE, we didn't design around the way kids play—we embraced it. PLAY360° Design gives everything on a structure a play purpose. Because of this, kids can climb up,over,and around the entire structure without ever touching the ground.Our structures let kids push their play to the edge safely,by making every surface a play event. KOMPAN Play Value Analysis EDGE also offers a vertical challenge.No one can deny the attraction of a moun- tain,whether it's called K2,Rainier,or McKinley.For kids,a high platform with a variety of routes—each offering a different level of complexity—represents a mountain with many different faces.Easier climbing routes can be found around the base of a structure, more difficult ones in the middle,and the most chal- lenging at the top. By placing various PlayActive'"features at different levels, PLAY360° Design creates appropriate challenges at appropriate heights. Our diverse play events let kids build their skills gradually as they master more chal- lenging routes. ELE500016 CREST The Crest offers lots of upper-body training and places to hang out.The core of the structure appeals to children's basic need to be together with friends,and allows them to have a private chat while still watching their peers play on other activities.This structure's optimal play choices have been designed for both solo and group play. The Crest's meeting points allow all children to find enjoyable and challenging play options.The accessible stairway complies with the guidelines of the Ameri- cans with Disabilities Act,providing access to elevated activities.Moreover,the stairway is not merely accessible from the interior.The outside of the staircase is also climbable,adding play value to an otherwise merely practical element.This structure has exits close to the entry points—a clear advantage for wheelchair users.The Crest supports traditional playground games such as"Don't touch the ground"by ensuring that all activities are interconnected. This landmark offers a curved slide from the 2.4-meter platform at the top of the tower,and Bannister Bars from the 1.4-meter platform.Varied climbing oppor- tunities include a climbing wall,two Crag Climbers,a Bouldering Stair Climber, and two Traverse Bars. Climbing cleats and post handles support interaction between all these activities and the tower,making the structure playable from all directions.This allows lots of children to play at the same time,yet still have a break from the action when necessary.In fact,the shelter under the roof makes it possible to have action and retraction in the same structure.The Crest also features a Zig Zag Ladder— a classic that children simply cannot resist.This structure's range of play activities helps kids to fine-tune their cross-body coor- dination and spatial skills, as well as offering a rare opportunity to use their upper-body muscles. The Crest's tower accommodates the majority of play activities enjoyed by 5-12 year olds,and signals climbing,sliding,and hanging out in a way that appeals to older kids.The many entry points make the tower easy to access while offer- ing play all over,inside-out!The bouncing gathering points are great for a break, and the top of the tower offers an excellent view of the playground.Underneath the tower,Playshell seats offer space for a more private chat. GALAXY For 5-12 year old children,the playground has to lookthrilling,but be planned with their safety in mind.Older kids have a great appreciation for playground equip- ment that includes a wide variety of activities which aren't easily mastered,and which utilizes the contemporary architecture they identify with.Through exten- KOMPAN Play Value Analysis sive research of how today's older kids play, KOMPAN has developed GALAXY —a line of equipment designed to challenge 5-12 year olds with its techno- sculptural look and complex activities.GALAXY presents an innovative depar- ture from the traditional post-and-platform architecture offered by most other composite play structures.Since there are no decks to access,all of the activities associated with GALAXY are approached directly from the play surface.This cre- ates a truly inclusive play experience for children of all abilities. GXY916 SUPERNOVA The Supernova works as a product for individual,competitive or cooperative play by harnessing the effects of gravity with our unique slanted ring configura- tion.When one child engages the Supernova,the product reacts to their move- ments and multiple games can occur,such as attempting to reach the top while the ring rotates to send you back to the bottom.Each additional child causes a change in the dynamics of the product such that children can operate the rota- tional speed and direction by moving relative to each other;the more children, the more fun.The combination of social interaction and movement makes the Supernova the biggest attraction on the playground. GXY8014 SPICA 1,GXY8016 SPICA 3 The Spica is a uniquely designed piece of rotating play equipment.A lot of exper- imentation is needed to master the Spica and control its speed. First, a child steps onto the triangular plate and pushes off with their foot.Then they discover that as they use their arms to pull their body toward the support handle,they spin faster!As they move their center of gravity away from the handle,they slow down.The Spica is one of our most popular play events.It doesn't take up a lot of space,and more than one child may play on it simultaneously. COROCORDSPACENETS COROCORD's impressive architecture is sure to be a landmark in any environment. COR20700 EMERALD COROCORD nets are constructed using unique rope technology, which combines with a compelling visual identity,a great tactile feel,and ergo- nomic,age-appropriate handgrips to attract young climbers.The rope struc- ture rises as a pyramid into the sky.The structure is a challenging,complex and dynamic play piece that speaks to the"climbing gene"in all school-age kids and beyond. However,the play appeal goes far beyond climbing and getting up high—it also sparks kids'imaginations,and is the perfect social hangout.The Spacenet's futuristic look attracts kids who will often make a link between the equipment and space movies or video games,incorporating this knowledge into their play.The designs are varied in combinations,activities,sizes and height. The transparent look appeals to kids and their social instinct—there is no doubt that the kids own these play pieces!The nets quickly become"decorated"with kids,increasing the play value by adding human obstacles to navigate around, and lots of people to talk to and laugh with in a relatively small space.. KOMPAN Materials Specifications KOMPAN's products and materials not only are tested according to the current safety standards in North America and Europe, but also fulfill our own strong demands for user safety, proven play value, and technical performance. PRODUCT TESTING SAFETY STANDARDS KOMPAN products are designed to fulfill the relevant safety standards/guide- lines in each market.Since we are a worldwide supplier,our products are typi- cally approved by more than one institute/authority.The major safety standards/ guidelines are ASTM F1487,CPSC,CSA,and EN 1176. KOMPAN is a member of the IPEMA organization in order to achieve certified ASTM approval of the products marketed in North America.All worldwide-mar- keted products have the internationally recognized TOV certificate in accordance with the EN 1176 standard. STRENGTH/DURABILITY TESTS All products must go through a static load test in order to achieve ASTM certifica- tion.In addition,KOMPAN maintains its tradition of testing our products dynam- ically,since our experience is that the repeated moving loads provided by play- ing children are a greater test of durability than a heavy static load. Vandalism resistance is also an area where KOMPAN has defined its own guide- lines. In short,our products must be able to withstand the forces and impacts that can be provided by the human body without using tools.To reduce the immediate risks for product safety in the event of vandalism, KOMPAN's prod- ucts are designed with steel reinforcement in ropes and rubber components, and use ductile plastic materials that prevent sharp edges when damaged. FIELD TESTS Before launch,KOMPAN products are field tested at specially selected,heavily used playgrounds for extended periods of time.The focus of these tests is to evaluate technical performance,as well as play value and child development. MATERIALS TESTS KOMPAN tests its materials according to relevant standards in related areas such as toy directives (toxicity) and the building industry(flammability,corrosion).We have also defined our own standards(e.g.,friction and wear of flooring surfaces). KOMPAN carries records of all test results and evaluations for our products. SWING Products KSW910-2B-1A-31 Main Posts shall be constructed of 101.6 mm O.D.,2.9 mm wall thickness steel tubing that has been hot-dip galvanized per ISO 1461. The Overhead Beam shall be constructed of 101.6 mm O.D.,2.9 mm wall thick- ness steel tubing that has been hot-dip galvanized per ISO 1461. Secondary Support Posts shall be constructed of 48.3 mm O.D., 3.2 mm wall KOMPAN Materials Specifications thickness steel tubing that has been hot-dip galvanized per 150 1461. Post Straps shall be constructed of 30 mm wide,1.25 mm thick AISI 304 stainless steel straps with an attached stainless steel weld nut. Belt Swing Chains shall be constructed of 6 mm diameter hot dip galvanized steel chain. Belt&Infant Swing Hangers shall be constructed of UV-stabilized,conditioned, injection-molded polyamide with sealed,maintenance-free ball bearings. Belt Swing Seats shall be constructed of UV-stabilized polyurethane with a plas- tic core. ADA Swing Chains shall be constructed of.21 inch diameter stainless steel chain. The ADA Swing Seat shall be constructed of rotationally molded linear low den- sity polyethylene,UV stabilized for outdoor use. Infant Swing Chains shall be constructed of 6 mm diameter stainless steel chain per DIN 766. Each Infant Swing Seat shall be a one-piece reinforced rubber seat with a fully enclosed rim.The seat shall use galvanized steel hardware riveted to the seat that allows attachment to the suspending chains. All Hardware shall be constructed of stainless steel or Delta coated for corrosion protection. PVC(vinyl,plastisol)shall not be present on any portion of the play equipment. MOMENTS STORY MAKERS Products MSC5415P COTTAGE DELUXE Vertical Panels,Roof Panels,Benches and Counters shall be constructed of 19 mm thick high-density polyethylene UV stabilized for outdoor use. Footing and Support Pipes shall be constructed of 38 mm O.D. steel tubing with 2 mm wall thickness. Pipes shall be hot-dip galvanized per ISO 1461 after machining. The Sand Sifter shall be constructed of 2 mm thick stainless steel. Sliding Manipulatives shall be constructed of polypropylene, UV stabilized for outdoor use. The Mirror shall be constructed of 3 mm thick acrylic with a reflective polyester backing. Corner Brackets shall be constructed of hot-dip galvanized steel. All Hardware shall be constructed of 304 stainless steel or be Delta Magni- coated for corrosion protection. PVC(vinyl,plastisol)shall not be present on any portion of the play equipment. KOMPAN Materials Specifications IMAGINATOR Products GSP4006 SHIP&CASTLE CLIMBER Main Support Posts shall be 76.1 mm O.D.pre-galvanized steel tube with 3 mm wall thickness.The posts shall be coated with 70 micrometers minimum thick- ness polyester powder coating. Posts shall contain Footing Plates for positive retention in the footing. Post Caps shall be constructed of 3mm thick injection-molded polyamide with UV stabilizers. Floor Frames shall consist of steel channels of profile 40mm x 20mm x 3 mm thick steel,welded into cross bracing to give support through the middle of the floor.The entire assembly shall be hot-dip galvanized per ISO 1461. Floor Panels shall be constructed of 17.8 mm thick high-pressure laminate and shall contain machined slots measuring 25 mm x 82 mm near the edges for the purposes of hand support. Barrier Panels and Platform Infill Panels shall be constructed of UV-stabilized high-density polyethylene panels with material thickness of 19 mm. Post Clamps shall be constructed of extruded 6082 Aluminum,coated with 70 micrometers minimum polyester powder coating. The Spider Net shall be constructed of steel-reinforced UV-stabilized polypropyl- ene ropes connected together by polyamide connectors. All components shall be UV stabilized for outdoor use. The net shall be suspended by an overhead support bar,48mm O.D.x 4mm,which has been hot dip galvanized and polyes- ter powder coated. The Double Slide shall be constructed of 5mm minimum wall thickness UV-sta- bilized rotomolded low-density polyethylene. The Curly Climber shall consist of a vertically-oriented helix of 251 mm outside diameter,constructed of 35 mm O.D.,2.5 mm wall thickness AISI 304 stainless steel tubing.This helix shall be attached to the main structure via a curved 38 mm O.D.,2 mm wall thickness hot-dip galvanized tube that has been polyester powder coated. The Roof shall be constructed of linear low density rotomolded polyethylene of 5mm minimum wall thickness,UV stabilized for outdoor use. The Hammock shall be constructed of molded polyurethane rubber(hardness equivalent to Shore A 55-60)with attached steel-reinforced polyamide ropes at either end. Binoculars shall be constructed of UV-stabilized molded polyurethane. All Footings for the individual play items shall contain attached flanges at the bases for positive retention in the ground. All Exposed Hardware shall be constructed of stainless steel. PVC(vinyl,plastisol)shall not be present on any portion of the play equipment. KOMPAN Materials Specifications ELEMENTS Products ELE400021 BLAZER The Blazer shall be a spring rider having three seats 120 degrees from each other. Seats shall be constructed of rotomolded medium-density polyethylene pods with 10 mm wall thickness. Main Support Beams shall be constructed of steel tubing of 76.1 mm O.D.and 2.9 mm wall thickness.The beams shall be hot-dip galvanized per ISO 1461. The Footing Base Support shall be constructed of welded steel and shall be hot- dip galvanized per ISO 1461. Hand Grips and Foot Pegs shall be constructed of molded thermoplastic poly- urethane rubber with nylon and galvanized steel inlay. The Middle Platform shall be constructed of 17.8 mm thick high-pressure lami- nate. Springs shall be constructed of shot-peened steel that meets DIN 17221,fitted with patented cast nylon anti-pinch clamps. All Hardware shall be constructed of stainless steel or Delta coated for corrosion protection. PVC(vinyl,plastisol)shall not be present on any portion of the play equipment. This product shall contain no painted items. ELE400024 SPINNER BOWL The Bowl shall be constructed of a rotomolded medium-density polyethylene bowl with 5 mm wall thickness,UV stabilized for outdoor use. The Bearing Housing shall be constructed of die cast aluminum. Bearings shall be electric motor quality lifetime lubricated ball bearings,with 72 mm outer diameter. The Footing Pipe shall be 101.6 mm O.D.with 2.9 mm wall thickness and shall be hot-dip galvanized per ISO 1461.The top portion of this footing pipe shall be at a 20-degree incline from vertical and there shall be a flange attached to the bottom of the footing pipe to ensure positive retention in the concrete footing. All Hardware shall be constructed of stainless steel or Delta coated for corrosion protection. PVC(vinyl,plastisol)shall not be present on any portion of the play equipment. This product shall contain no powder-coated or painted items. EDGE Products ELES00016 CREST Main Support Posts shall be 101.6 mm O.D. pre-galvanized steel tube with 2.5 mm wall thickness.The posts shall be coated with 3 mm of polyurethane rubber. Footing Profiles shall be constructed of hot-dip galvanized steel tubing with material thickness of 2.5 mm,containing formed channels to accept a sliding aluminum wedge for adjustability.The final dimensions after forming shall be KOMPAN Materials Specifications 93 mm O.D.These profiles shall have an attached galvanized steel flange at the bottom for positive retention in soil or concrete footings. Floor Frames shall consist of 2 mm thick steel formed into profiles of major dimensions 64 mm x 20 mm,containing an embedded 8 mm deep x 22.8 mm wide internal channel for insertion of t-bolt hardware.These profiles shall be welded to corner brackets of 3 mm thick steel and the entire assembly shall be hot-dip galvanized per ASTM A 123M.The corner brackets of the floor frame assemblies shall contain 8 mm rivet nuts for securing the floor panels. Floor Panels shall be constructed of 17.6 mm thick high-pressure laminate and shall contain machined slots measuring 27.5 mm x 82.5 mm near the edges for the purposes of hand support. Corner Brackets shall be located in each floor corner.These corner brackets shall be constructed of AISI 304 stainless steel with a thickness of 1.5 mm. Barrier Panels shall be constructed of blow-molded high-density polyethylene with an overall thickness of 48 mm and 3 mm wall thickness. Safety Bars shall be constructed of steel tubing with 38 mm O.D.and 2 mm wall thickness.Bars shall be hot-dip galvanized per ISO 1461. Post Straps shall be constructed of 30 mm wide,1.25 mm thick AISI 304 stainless steel straps with an attached stainless steel weld nut. Post Caps shall be constructed of injection-molded polyamide with UV stabiliz- ers. Wall Brackets shall connect the barrier panels to the post straps and shall be con- structed of die-cast aluminum per ASTM B 179.The wall brackets shall contain a threaded hole for acceptance of an 8 mm bolt. Transfer Steps shall be constructed of UV-stabilized medium-density polyeth- ylene steps with molded-in threaded inserts connected together with 17.6 mm thick high-pressure laminate side panels. The Curved Climbing Wall shall be constructed of a 15 mm thick plastic panel with a 3 mm thick rubber coating. The Curved Slide shall be constructed of curved and straight segments of UV- stabilized rotomolded medium-density polyethylene with molded-in threaded inserts for hardware connection. The Overhead Ladder shall be constructed of support pipes of 48.3 mm diam- eter and 4 mm wall thickness,with handgrips of 38 mm diameter and 2 mm wall thickness.The entire assembly shall be hot-dip galvanized per ISO 1461. Playshells shall be constructed of rotomolded low-density polyethylene with UV stabilizers. Swivels shall be constructed of stainless steel with dry film-lubricated brass bushings and covered with a rubber overlay. All Footings for the individual play items shall contain attached flanges at the bases for positive retention in the ground or concrete footings. All Hardware shall be constructed of stainless steel or Delta coated for corrosion protection. KOMPAN Materials Specifications PVC(vinyl,plastisol)shall not be present on any portion of the play equipment. This product shall contain no painted items. GALAXY Products GXY916 SUPERNOVA The Supernova shall be a rotating play event oriented at an approximate 10 degree angle from horizontal. In lieu of a full platform,there shall be a circular ring,which children can sit or stand upon. The product can either be operated by users sitting on the ring while another person rotates the ring or by all chil- dren standing and moving relative to the ring. As the children move about the ring and move closer together or further apart,the ring will rotate in response such that the rotational speed and direction is controlled by all of the children working together to coordinate their movements. The item shall consist of rotomolded polyethylene upper segments connected together via a hot-dip galvanized flat metal ring. Attached to this ring shall be polyamide housings that contain wheels with maintenance-free ball bear- ings.For reduced wear and increased product longevity,there shall be at least 14 housings and the wheels shall be constructed of polyamide.These wheels shall ride along an angled ring of hot-dip galvanized steel that is footed into the ground via 5 hot-dip galvanized footing pipes.These footing pipes shall con- tain flanges on the bottom to ensure positive retention in the concrete footings. PVC(vinyl,plastisol)shall not be present on any portion of the play equipment. This product shall contain no powder-coated or painted items. GXY8014 SPICA 1,GXY8016 SPICA 3 The Spica shall consist of a triangular polyurethane platform with a steel core.At the center of this platform a 38 mm O.D.pipe steel pipe shall extend vertically for hand gripping. The Steel Pipe shall be 101.6 mm O.D.and 2.9 mm wall thickness,and hot-dip galvanized per ISO 1461 and shall have several bends. The Ball Bearings shall consist of a pair of 72 mm O.S.minimum electric motor quality lifetime lubricated ball bearings and be enclosed in steel,electro-galva- nized housings that are secured by bolts in the steel footing pipe. The footing pipe shall be a 38 mm O.D.steel pipe, hot-dip galvanized per ISO 1461. PVC(vinyl,plastisol)shall not be present on any portion of the play equipment. This product shall contain no powder-coated or painted items. COROCORD Products COR20700 EMERALD The Mast Post shall be constructed of 140.3 mm O.D.x 4.0 mm wall thickness steel tubing that has been hot-dip galvanized. KOMPAN Materials Specifications Post Clamps shall be constructed of cast aluminum. Cables shall be constructed of four strands of galvanized steel wire,wrapped with polyester yarn,with an overall diameter of 16mm.The polyester wrapping shall be inductively melted onto each strand individually for maximum durabil- ity and vandal resistance. S Clamps shall be constructed of 8 mm diameter,type 4571 stainless steel. The Black Membrane shall be constructed of 8 mm EPDM rubber with excellent UV resistance,embedded with woven polyester. Anchor Bars and Turnbuckles shall be constructed of hot dip galvanized steel. Fasteners shall be constructed of stainless steel or brass. PVC(vinyl,plastisol)shall not be present on any portion of the play equipment. KOMPAN Warranty KOMPAN's rigorous testing standards ensure long-lasting and durable components and materials, enabling us to provide an excellent warranty package. CLASSIFICATION OF MATERIAL The warranty with respect to failure due to material or production defects on HDPE and HPL panels,and galvanized structural parts such as poles,cross beams,floor frames and top brackets,is Lifetime*commencing on the date of delivery. The warranty with respect to failure due to material or production defects on all other galvanized parts,non-painted steel and metal parts,hollow plastic parts, engineered timber and Robinia wood is limited to 10 years commencing on the date of delivery. The warranty with respect to failure due to material or production defects on springs, painted metal parts, ball bearing assemblies,and net constructions is limited to 5 years commencing on the date of delivery. The warranty with respect to failure due to material or production defects on moveable plastic and metal parts and all ICON electrical components is limited to 2 years commencing on the date of delivery. LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE This warranty applies to KOMPAN's products for the time period described OF DAMAGED PARTS for each product type above and with the limitations described in the warranty. The warranty period applies from the date of purchase by the first customer. This warranty covers only defects in materials.KOMPAN's liability under this war- ranty is limited to repair or replacement of defective products,without charge, at KOMPAN's discretion.Defective electronic components will be delivered and- changed by a KOMPAN ICON Professional installer free of charge. WARRANTY COVERAGE APPLIES ONLY The warranty only applies if KOMPAN's products have been installed according IF PRODUCTS HAVE BEEN PROPERLY to the instructions provided by KOMPAN,and maintained correctly according to INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED the KOMPAN Maintenance Manual. NO COVERAGE FOR WEAR,TEAR, The warranty does not cover any damage caused by accdent, improper care, MISUSE,OR VANDALISM negligence,normal wear and tear,surface corrosion on metal parts,discolored sur- faces and other cosmetic issues or failures due to misuse or vandalism.Natural changes in wood over time are considered cosmetic issues and not covered. PRODUCTS INSTALLED NEAR WATER Products installed in direct contact with chlorinated water or saltwater,or prod- ucts installed with occasional contact with such water or installed so close to the shore that they are subjected to salt spray are not covered by the KOMPAN war- ranty for any defects caused by corrosion. Products installed in coastal areas,within 200 meters from the shore,will only be covered by the warranty for half the period of the standard product war- ranty in relation to defects caused by corrosion. KOMPAN's Lifetime War- ranty if applicable is limited to a 5 year warranty in relation to such product. *KOMPAN's Lifetime warranty is in effect for the lifetime of the product until the product is uninstalled and/or taken out of use. KOMPAN "moo f _11� i �C.� f' •may. .3' a�ieye•- s E 2 � PIN E RIDGE PARK EL _1 F _ ' �'x v x " •s �:+f '� aW- 111, �s•.t' :rte KOM PA,N'*t Playgrounds 101, • � J 1•' 1 Pine Ridge Park Option 2 Introduction We would like to thank Pine Ridge Park for considering KOMPAN Playgrounds! Following is our proposal for play equipment for Option 2.This document includes materials specific to your playground, along with general information. The following information is included. SECTION 1 Who We Are SECTION 2 2D Site Plan Individual Product Information(renderings and technical information) SECTION 3 Accessibility Analysis Play Value Analysis SECTION 4 Materials Specifications(for each product line featured) Warranty If you should have any questions concerning the contents of this proposal, please contact your KOMPAN salesperson, Andrew Kimball, at 508-243-9727. Again, thank you! KOMPAN, Inc. KOMPAN,Inc.-930 Broadway,Tacoma,WA 98402-Tel 800 426 9788-Fax 253 579 1045-kompan.com KOMPAN� r Oil- 411, i. cv` AOL KOMPAN .) who we Are Playgrounds 4 M4,514 Who We Are Outdoor play is the ideal antidote to overstructured and inactive lifestyles. Providing engaging, challenging, and durable playgrounds ensures that kids play harder, stay longer, and come back more often to satisfy their natural need to play. KOMPAN is committed to making the most of that time on the playground. ROOTS IN DESIGN KOMPAN's unique approach to designing playground equipment has enriched chil- dren's play experiences for over 40 years. Founded by a sculptural artist and a child development specialist,KOMPAN produces equipment that blends modern design and exceptional play value. By creating products that satisfy children's innate need for play,with aesthetics that appeal to those who purchase them, KOMPAN has become a world leader of manufactured play equipment. INNOVATION KOMPAN designers understand that children have different abilities at every stage of development.That's why KOMPAN is constantly developing new products and has the broadest portfolio of play equipment to choose from.From colorful thematic designs for younger children to exciting dynamic motion for older chil- dren,KOMPAN's wide variety of product designs offers creative solutions for any play environment. PLAY VALUE KOMPAN products are designed with a respect for kids'abilities that keeps them coming back for more.To ensure that KOMPAN products are designed appropri- ately for each age group with the maximum play value,we founded the KOM- PAN Play Institute(KPI).KPI is a network of child development experts who con- duct play research,guide product development,and educate play environment designers about the importance of quality play value and design.Our focus on children and the benefits of play is reflected in every product we create. QUALITY As an international supplier of playground equipment,KOMPAN manufactures its products using high quality materials and processes to withstand the harshest conditions and climates.KOMPAN's manufacturing is certified to 15014000 stan- dards and our environmental policy has earned the company the Green Business Award.Our commitment to quality helps to ensure that KOMPAN equipment will provide a lasting benefit to every customer. SAFETY KOMPAN takes safety seriously.Our comprehensive approach to safety combines safe design and safe materials. We understand that by minimizing risks, we enable children to fully explore the world of play. KOMPAN is a self-certifying company.Our products are IPEMA certified,which guarantees conformance to current ASTM standards. THE FUTURE OF PLAY The issues facing children today,including epidemic obesity rates and sedentary lifestyles,give greater importance to the development of quality play environ- ments that deliver a variety of play experiences.By designing products that offer children appropriate,safe,and exciting choices on the playground,KOMPAN will continue to lead the way for innovative play. KOMPAN jot 4 ! 1 A r Ij 46 "i r. � .ice ! �•`• r �� llION X !xl2vh f xw -4 JIM KOMFOA 2d Site Plan & Product Information Playgrounds �M PINE RIDGE PARK KOMPAN® SCALE:T ` INcrl 1 FOR QUOTING • NLY Project:-Option 2 Date: 10/16/14 cM 1 zNOT FOR CONSTRUCTION Model: As Noted PSC: Rep: KOMPAN-Andrew Kimball Designer: MicNol Panted in L)SA by KOMPAN.©2014 KOMPAN,Inc,Tacoma,wA,uSA.800-426-9788 All compasite structures shown require..it,grade of 1% Forsurface mount options,the concrete requirements may be up to 51/"of 3,500 psi m im mum compressive strength.Contact KOMPAN for specific product requirements. 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Product development is an ongoing process.We Total height of product. reserve the right to make modifications on all `JIPEM/C IPEM/tC our products.This product may not be mirrored, CERTIFIED CERTIFIED Highest designated play surface and space required scaled or altered in any way.Safety zones must ASTM MOW be according to ASTM F1487. be retained for proper placement of equipment. F1487 CSA-7FML. Equipment must be installed over resilient surfacing If any changes are required,please contact your appropriate to the safety guidelines in your area. KOMPAN representative at 1.800.426.9788. To verify product certification,visit www.ipema.org KOMPAN Product Info 8=O" SWING CUSTOM - 6 SEATS, 3 BAYS Best User Age: 2-12 years Elevated Accessible Elevated Accessible Ground Accessible Ground J Activities:0 Activities Level Activities Level Play Types Footings: In-ground posts ¢ Surface installation also available ¢ Present 0 1 1 a Technical information available at kompan.com ` ¢ Required 0 1 1 I I I I I I Option: Infant Seat 31'-8" [964cm] . . . . . . . . . . 6'-6" I[199cm] I 1 �- Option:Toddler Seat 44 \ y � i 44 54 L N 37'-9" KSW910-6B v [1149cm] 1348.2 ft'/125.4 m' *T-11"/241 cm 49'-9" **8'-4"/255cm Option:ADA Seat [1515cm] Scale: 3/32"=1'-0" *Use zone represents belt seats only;variances occur for all other seat types. =Highest designated play surface. Product development is an ongoing process.We Total height ofproduct. reserve the right to make modifications on all IPEM/C `JIPEM/C our products.This product may not be mirrored, CERTIFIEDCERTIFIED Highest designated play surface and space required scaled or altered in any way.Safety zones must ASTM CAN/ are according to ASTM F1487. be retained for proper placement of equipment. F1487 CSA-2614 Equipment must be installed over resilient surfacing If any changes are required,please contact your appropriate to the safety guidelines in your area. KOMPAN representative at 1.800.426.9788. To verify product certification,visit www.ipema.org KOMPAN Product Info HOPPER - ELE400022 Best User Age: 2-5 years Elevated Accessible Elevated Accessible Ground Accessible Ground J Activities:0 Activities Level Activities Level Play Types Footings: In-ground posts Surface installation also available ¢ Present 0 1 1 a Technical information available at kompan.com 14a Required 0 1 1 77 [�m] O O 15'-1" [459cm] \ ELE400022 300.3 ft'/27.9 m' 'T-3"/100 cm / \ "2'-8"/81 cm / [325cm] Scale:1/8"=1' 22'-8" [691 cm] ' —Highest designated play surface. Product development is an ongoing process.We o 11 O.Z. 'WN... =Total height of product. reserve the right to make modifications on all `,IPEIM `JIPEM/C our products.This product may not be mirrored, CERTIFIED CERTIFIED Highest designated play surface and space required scaled or altered in any way.Safety zones must are according to ASTM F1487. ASTM r CA 4 , be retained for proper placement of equipment. F7487 61 Equipment must be installed over resilient surfacing If any changes are required,please contact your appropriate to the safety guidelines in your area. KOMPAN representative at 1.800.426.9788. To verify product certification,visit www.ipema.org KOMPAN Product Info SPINNER BOWL - ELE400024 Best User Age: 4-12 years Elevated Accessible Elevated Accessible Ground Accessible Ground J Activities:0 Activities Level Activities Level Play Types Footings: In-ground posts Surface installation also available ¢ Present 0 1 1 a Technical information available at kompan.com `a Required 0 1 1 Blue Green Red / \ [55cm] OI 13'-911 � [419cm] Yellow \� 148.3 W 13.8 m' / 1'-6"/46 cm / "2'-0"/61 cm / H1 r-g Scale:1/8"=1' [52cm] 13'-9" [419cm] '=Highest designated play surface. Product development is an ongoing process.We o 11 O.Z. 'WN... =Total height of product. reserve the right to make modifications on all `,IPEIM `JIPEM/C our products.This product may not be mirrored, CERTIFIED CERTIFIED Highest designated play surface and space required scaled or altered in any way.Safety zones must are according to ASTM F1487. ASTM r CA 4 , be retained for proper placement of equipment. F7487 61 Equipment must be installed over resilient surfacing If any changes are required,please contact your appropriate to the safety guidelines in your area. KOMPAN representative at 1.800.426.9788. To verify product certification,visit www.ipema.org KOMPAN Product Info RIDGE - ELE500003 Best User Age: 5-12 years Elevated Accessible Elevated Accessible Ground Accessible Ground Y Activities:4 Activities Level Activities Level Play Types Footings: In-ground posts Surface installation also available ¢ Present s 1 1 a Technical information available at kompan.com `a Required 2 1 1 r 1 e =Highest designated play surface. Product development is an ongoing process.We o 11 O.Z. 'WN... =Total height of product. reserve the right to make modifications on all `,IPEIM `JIPEM/C our products.This product may not be mirrored, CERTIFIED CERTIFIED Highest designated play surface and space required are according to ASTM F1487. scaled or altered in any way.Safety zones must ASTM CSN/4 be retained for proper placement of equipment. F7487 61 Equipment must be installed over resilient surfacing If any changes are required,please contact your appropriate to the safety guidelines in your area. KOMPAN representative at 1.800.426.9788. To verify product certification,visit www.ipema.org KOMPAN Product Info RIDGE - ELE500003 140 4 \ ELE500003 / 426.8 ft2/39.7 m2 *7'-3"/221 cm 11'-11" 23'-11" **12'-0"/365 cm 6'-0" [362cm] [728cm] I [183cm4,° 1� a \ I � \ 6'-0" ' \ 6'-0" [183cm] [183cm] I" �I Scale:1/8"=1'-0" [409cm] 25'-5" [775cm] KOMPAN Product Info SUPERNOVA - GXY916 Best User Age: 5+years Elevated Accessible Elevated Accessible Ground Accessible Ground J Activities:0 Activities Level Activities Level Play Types Footings: In-ground posts Surface installation also available ¢ Present 0 1 1 a Technical information available at kompan.com `a Required 0 1 1 Green Blue / 6'-9" l [206cm] / 1 18'-11" [576cm] GXY916 \ 280.5 ft'/26.1 m' / 2'-0"/60 cm "2'-0"/60 cm =Highest designated play surface. Product development is an ongoing process.We Total height of product. reserve the right to make modifications on all `JIPEM/C IPEM/tC our products.This product may not be mirrored, CERTIFIED CERTIFIED Highest designated play surface and space required scaled or altered in any way.Safety zones must ASTM CAW be according to ASTM F1487. be retained for proper placement of equipment. F1487 CSA-7614. Equipment must be installed over resilient surfacing If any changes are required,please contact your appropriate to the safety guidelines in your area. KOMPAN representative at 1.800.426.9788. To verify product certification,visit www.ipema.org KOMPAN Product Info SPICA 3 - GXY8016 Best User Age: 5-12 years Elevated Accessible Elevated Accessible Ground Accessible Ground J Activities:0 Activities Level Activities Level Play Types Footings: In-ground posts Surface installation also available ¢ Present 0 1 1 a Technical information available at kompan.com `a Required 0 1 1 / 1'-6" [45cm] -L 13'-8" T [416cm] \ GXY8016 146.6 ft2/13.6 m2 T-3"/100 cm / "5-5"/166 cm/ Scale:1/8"=l' =Highest designated play surface. Product development is an ongoing process.We Total height of product. reserve the right to make modifications on all `JIPEM/C IPEM/tC our products.This product may not be mirrored, CERTIFIED CERTIFIED Highest designated play surface and space required scaled or altered in any way.Safety zones must ASTM CAW be according to ASTM F1487. be retained for proper placement of equipment. F1487 CSA-7614. Equipment must be installed over resilient surfacing If any changes are required,please contact your appropriate to the safety guidelines in your area. KOMPAN representative at 1.800.426.9788. To verify product certification,visit www.ipema.org KOMPAN Product Info ORBITS - M874 Best User Age: 2-12 years* Elevated Accessible Elevated Accessible Ground Accessible Ground J Activities:0 Activities Level Activities Level Play Types Footings: In-ground posts Surface installation also available ¢ Present 0 1 1 a Technical information available at kompan.com `a Required 0 1 1 'Best user age for M87403 is 5-12 years. M87403 M87402 M87401 Orbit 24" Orbit 12" Orbit 4" \ \ \ [28cm] I I I I I T 12'-11„ I I I 131 ft2/12.2 m2 131 ft2/12.2 m2 131 ft2/12.2 m2 / [394cm] 24"/60 cm \ 12"/30 cm \ 4"/10 cm "24"/60 cm / \ "12"/30 cm / \ "4"/10 cm / Scale:1/8"=1'-0" =Highest designated play surface. Product development is an ongoing process.We Total height of product. reserve the right to make modifications on all `JIPEM/C IPEM/tC our products.This product may not be mirrored, CERTIFIED CERTIFIED Highest designated play surface and space required scaled or altered in any way.Safety zones must ASTM CAW be according to ASTM F1487. be retained for proper placement of equipment. F1487 CSA-7614. Equipment must be installed over resilient surfacing If any changes are required,please contact your appropriate to the safety guidelines in your area. KOMPAN representative at 1.800.426.9788. 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Product development is an ongoing process.We 0�av,•Eou„f. e e�AYEoop f. reserve the right to make modifications on all m i "=Total height of product. 9 `IPEM/Ct `JIPEM/CA our products.This product may not be mirrored, CERTIFIED CERTIFIED Highest designated play surface and space required scaled or altered in any way.Safety zones must ASTM CAN/ are according to ASTM F1487. be retained for proper placement of equipment. F1487 CSA-7GI4. Equipment must be installed over resilient surfacing If any changes are required,please contact your appropriate to the safety guidelines in your area. KOMPAN representative at 1.800.426.9788. To verify product certification,visit www.ipema.org KOMPAN Product Info EXPLORER DOME - COR88630 / 0 � I�� OqF Eo� 23'-3" 35'-5" [708cm] [1079cm] �� ❑�� � / ❑X i COR8863 26'-8" 1096.6 ft'/101.8 m' 9'-10"/300 cm [814cm] `.13'-4"/407 cm Scale:1/8"=1'-D" 38'-11" [1 186cm] _ � 7 CA r jF L .{ ..wr AL KOMPAN ,.) ADA Evaluation & Play Value Analysis Playgrounds ,. ,r- *'6 KOM PAN ADA Evaluation - Option 2 With the introduction of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990 and the subsequent adoption of guidelines specific to play areas, accessibility has become an important issue to everyone. Below is a chart evaluating the play area for your proposed playground. This evaluation assumes that proper resilient surfacing within the play site and an accessible route of travel to the play area and equipment are a part of this proposal package. Also, that no other play equipment is in the site. This play area meets current ADA requirements. Play Area for 2-5 Year Olds Elevated Activities Ground Level Activities Ground Level Play Types 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Elevated Activities Ground Level Activities Ground Level Play Types Quantity Present in Site 6 5 3 Quantity on Accessible Route 6 5 3 Quantity Required to be Accessible 3 3 3 *'6 KOM PAN ADA Evaluation - Option 2 With the introduction of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990 and the subsequent adoption of guidelines specific to play areas, accessibility has become an important issue to everyone. Below is a chart evaluating the play area for your proposed playground. This evaluation assumes that proper resilient surfacing within the play site and an accessible route of travel to the play area and equipment are a part of this proposal package. Also, that no other play equipment is in the site. This play area meets current ADA requirements. Play Area for 5-12 Year Olds Elevated Activities Ground Level Activities Ground Level Play Types 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Elevated Activities Ground Level Activities Ground Level Play Types Quantity Present in Site 4 9 5 Quantity on Accessible Route 3 9 5 Quantity Required to be Accessible 2 5 5 Play Value Analysis At KOMPAN, we feel that it is important to look at the total play environment and not just the equipment.That's why we have created an individual evaluation to share our knowledge with you. Below is an explanation of your play area and the benefits of the play equipment it contains. For safer, age appropriate play, it is recommended that play areas for younger age groups be separated from older age groups. Play Area for There is a wide range of abilities among children between the ages of 2 and 5. 2-5 Year Old Children Through play,young children are actually working hard to develop important gross motor and fine motor skills.They also cultivate balancing skills and spatial perception:the ability to know how their bodies occupy space.And though they play independently—separately for the most part through parallel play—they are beginning to touch on important social skills. Young children enjoy playing in bright and colorful environments.These set- tings stimulate their imaginations,encouraging them to explore, pretend,and be active.Children in the 2-5 age range like to playact: practicing their social skills by emulating everyday life,as when playing house,or exploring their self- potential by becoming "rescue heroes".Theme play is very important to help nurture these abilities and behaviors.There is also something very special to small children about having play furniture and playhouses just their size. It lets them know these things are just for them,and that they are welcomed. SWINGS SWINGS are units of pure movement.Not only does swinging stimulate the ves KSW910-4B-21 tibular nerves,but the action of swinging is also great physical gross motor exercise and has positive emotional benefits.Swinging is a favorite activity for people young and old.Paradoxically,swinging can be both exciting and relaxing.When two children are seated,they can engage in swinging competitions or sway back and forth alone.Thus,swinging is a beneficial and efficient combination of indi- vidual and social play activity. Parents pushing their littlest ones in the Infant or Toddler Swings give them their first experiences with the motion of swinging.This is a fun play activity for par- ents and kids to do together.Some children will immediately like the movement and joy of being pushed by a parent who will let them go for a short time and then capture them again. Other children will take a while to enjoy the expe- rience. Parent and child will find out together what the child's tolerance for swinging is.Vestibular stimulation,achieved though rapid movements,trains the sense of balance,which is an important development issue for all children. They all need this experience,but at their own pace. MOMENTS COMBINATION MOMENTS Combination gathers some of our best-known play equipment to address universal play themes and its spacious elevated playhouses will be fun for all.Aimed at children ages 2-5 the product invites play,sparks the imagina- KOMPAN Play Value Analysis tion and supports the development of important life skills. MOMENTS Combination offers endless play and fun for children with all abili- ties.The activities include climbing,sliding,swinging,and play activity panels, which all appeal to toddlers and younger children,and the colors support spa- tial awareness as well as calling out for children to come and play.Newly devel- oped materials and design details meet modern trends,and with over 500 pos- sible combinations MOMENTS Combination is one of the most playful systems for any playground. MPP200411 THE GREAT ESCAPE Kids will want to try out everything they see on the bright and colorful struc- ture.The easy-access transfer system leads first to a plastic slide and then across a bridge to the inviting play house,equipped with benches and a cozy,creative atmosphere sure to inspire imaginative stories among the adventurous pre- schoolers gathered there. The Great Escape includes several climbing events designed to exercise develop- ing muscles and minds challenge kids in a friendly sort of way.The spiral-shaped Curly Climber encourages children to try new methods of climbing,and a Rock Climb provides a challenging access to the top. ELEMENTS ELEMENTS is designed with the insight of KOMPAN's 30+years of experience in early childhood development. Built right in are features focusing on play through the eyes of the 2-5 year old child. Friendly rounded curves and flow- ing bends around corners and platforms produce a sense of curiosity and won- derment for small children who enjoy games of hide-and-seek and peek-a-boo. Enclosed spaces and cozy corners make great"secret spots"that all young chil- dren enjoy,since these places correspond to a small child's size. We also make efficient use of our colorful panel enclosures, creating finger mazes, play patterns,and different textures to increase tactile stimulation and play through experimentation.Small view holes are playfully placed here and there in the ELEMENTS panels, letting kids peep at each other and parents or checkout the playground surroundings. ELE400022 HOPPER Spring toys like the Hopper make a welcome addition to any playground.Young children enjoy the sheer exuberance of rocking,while the effort required to set the toy in motion (and keep it going) provides excellent gross motor physical exercise.Rocking stimulates the vestibular nerves,promoting balance and spa- tial skills,and small children learn about cause and effect as their actions are rep- licated by the Hopper's springing motions.Rhythmic movement is also a crucial support to learning languages. This multi-user spring toy accommodates up to two children on the seats them- selves,and a few more can pile onto the center platform.When multiple chil- dren ride at once,they learn negotiation skills as they coordinate their move- ments to improve the bounce.Moreover,the open-ended design of the rockers makes the Hopper an inspiring prop for pretend play.Their shapes transform easily into whatever object children care to imagine. KOMPAN Play Value Analysis ELE400024 SPINNER BOWL The Spinner Bowl is a load of fun for all ages!Originally designed for the pur- pose of experimental sand play,children would learn about centrifugal force and gravity as sand spilled out of holes when the bowl was spun. But during our studies of how children used this event,we found they also greatly enjoyed climbing inside for a spin of their own.To support kids'very apparent drive to use the Spinner Bowl in this manner, it has been engineered to accommodate the desires of their hearts:a thrilling ride that also provides the physical bene- fits of vestibular stimulation and excellent balance training.The best user age is 4-12,but the Spinner Bowl can be enjoyed by all. Play Area for Studies show that children of this age group are quite sophisticated nowadays. 5-12 Year Old Children Exposure to television,video games,computers,and the Internet has greatly increased this generation's technological savvy.What was stimulating to 5-12 year olds twenty years ago is now uninteresting without the bells and whistles of current technology,and therefore,not worth their time. This conclusion also applies to the playground equipment offered to the 5-12 age range. Especially for the older end of this age group (say,9-12 years old), kids are concerned about their image.Schools and parks invest a great deal of resources towards the end of playground equipment, but it does no good to offer it if the kids it was meant for won't play on it because it looks too childish. But now more than ever—because of the aforementioned indoor distractions, along with the pressures of school and structured extracurricular activities— kids need to get outside,get some physical exercise,and just have fun. EDGE Kids will always seek the edge.KOMPAN's EDGE play structures ensure they'll have a great time when they find it.EDGE brings kids to the edge of play by challeng- ing their skills while making the most of your playground.Combining PLAY360' Design,soaring towers,and PlayActiveT"features,EDGE elevates play to a whole new level. We all know kids will play how they choose. Traditional playground design doesn't always allow for challenging choices. When we designed EDGE, we didn't design around the way kids play—we embraced it. PLAY360° Design gives everything on a structure a play purpose. Because of this, kids can climb up,over,and around the entire structure without ever touching the ground.Our structures let kids push their play to the edge safely,by making every surface a play event. EDGE also offers a vertical challenge.No one can deny the attraction of a moun- tain,whether it's called K2,Rainier,or McKinley.For kids,a high platform with a variety of routes—each offering a different level of complexity—represents a mountain with many different faces.Easier climbing routes can be found around the base of a structure, more difficult ones in the middle,and the most chal- lenging at the top. By placing various PlayActiveT"features at different levels, KOMPAN Play Value Analysis PLAY360° Design creates appropriate challenges at appropriate heights. Our diverse play events let kids build their skills gradually as they master more chal- lenging routes. ELE50003 RIDGE The Ridge offers lots of upper-body training and places to hang out.The core of the structure appeals to children's basic need to be together with friends,and allows them to have a private chat while still watching their peers play on other activities.This structure's optimal play choices have been designed for both solo and group play. The Ridge's meeting points allow all children to find enjoyable and challenging play options.The accessible stairway complies with the guidelines of the Ameri- cans with Disabilities Act,providing access to elevated activities.Moreover,the stairway is not merely accessible from the interior.The outside of the staircase is also climbable,adding play value to an otherwise merely practical element.This structure has exits close to the entry points—a clear advantage for wheelchair users.The Ridge supports traditional playground games such as"Don't touch the ground"by ensuring that all activities are interconnected. A climbing wall,Curly Climber,and Bouldering Stair Climber present a variety of ways to scale the Ridge,and a curved modular slide extends from the tower's 1.4-meter platform. Climbing cleats and post handles connect the structure's elements and make the tower playable from all directions.This allows lots of children to play at the same time,yet still have a break from the action when necessary.The range of play activities helps kids to fine-tune their cross-body coordination and spatial skills,as well as offering a rare opportunity to use their upper-body muscles. The Ridge's tower accommodates the majority of play activities enjoyed by 5-12 year olds,and signals climbing,sliding,and hanging out in a way that appeals to older kids.The many entry points make the tower easy to access while offer- ing play all over, inside-out! The gathering point on the bench beneath the tower is great for a break,and the top of the tower offers an excellent view of the playground. GALAXY For 5-12 year old children,the playground has to lookthrilling,but be planned with their safety in mind.Older kids have a great appreciation for playground equip- ment that includes a wide variety of activities which aren't easily mastered,and which utilizes the contemporary architecture they identify with.Through exten- sive research of how today's older kids play, KOMPAN has developed GALAXY —a line of equipment designed to challenge 5-12 year olds with its techno- sculptural look and complex activities.GALAXY presents an innovative depar- ture from the traditional post-and-platform architecture offered by most other composite play structures.Since there are no decks to access,all of the activities associated with GALAXY are approached directly from the play surface.This cre- ates a truly inclusive play experience for children of all abilities. GXY916 SUPERNOVA The Supernova works as a product for individual,competitive or cooperative play by harnessing the effects of gravity with our unique slanted ring configura- KOMPAN Play Value Analysis tion.When one child engages the Supernova,the product reacts to their move- ments and multiple games can occur,such as attempting to reach the top while the ring rotates to send you back to the bottom.Each additional child causes a change in the dynamics of the product such that children can operate the rota- tional speed and direction by moving relative to each other;the more children, the more fun.The combination of social interaction and movement makes the Supernova the biggest attraction on the playground. GXY8016 SPICA 3 The Spica is a uniquely designed piece of rotating play equipment.A lot of exper- imentation is needed to master the Spica and control its speed. First, a child steps onto the triangular plate and pushes off with their foot.Then they discover that as they use their arms to pull their body toward the support handle,they spin faster!As they move their center of gravity away from the handle,they slow down.The Spica is one of our most popular play events.It doesn't take up a lot of space,and more than one child may play on it simultaneously. M87402, M87403 ORBITS No kid can resistjumping from Orbit to Orbit,just like hopping from rock to rock. Different constellations of Orbits,as well as different heights,add variety to the playground.They are used to link structures,increasing opportunities for games with rules(such as"Don't touch the ground").Orbits challenge children's physi- cal strength and coordination skills. COROCORD DOMES Free net climbing has always been the trademark of Corocord's Spacenets.With COR8863 EXPLORER DOME the new Dome concept, play takes place within the frames of two robust steel arches or a single arch.The stone arch is a familiar natural form that has now been translated into modern play forms for kids.To underscore this connection, several of Dome's products incorporate ropes and bridges of different natural materials. Some play experiences are universal and stands the test of time.Climbing on ropes is one of them. Dome structures invite children to climb in any direc- tion,challenging themselves and playing games alone and together with other children.This product line offer a diverse set of activities including bridges to cross, ladders to climb, and new levels to reach.The developmental benefits for children involve important physical challenges like climbing,turning,twist- ing, bending, balancing,transferring weight, stretching, bouncing,swinging, swaying,and jumping—all of which build coordination skills,muscles and fit- ness.There are also plenty of intellectual challenges,as kids constantly have to plan and make decisions about their next strategic climbing move.Finally,rope structures are social magnets.They become places to hang out and talk,but will always involve physical activity in the climbing and chase games that unfold among the dynamic ropes. Planning your next move,stretching your body to the limit —and at the same time participating in the conversation going on around you—is multitasking at a different level than navigating videogames. This experience is exactly what kids are missing out on today! KOMPAN POO MR u i / Materials Specifications KOMPAN's products and materials not only are tested according to the current safety standards in North America and Europe, but also fulfill our own strong demands for user safety, proven play value, and technical performance. PRODUCT TESTING SAFETY STANDARDS KOMPAN products are designed to fulfill the relevant safety standards/guide- lines in each market.Since we are a worldwide supplier,our products are typi- cally approved by more than one institute/authority.The major safety standards/ guidelines are ASTM F1487,CPSC,CSA,and EN 1176. KOMPAN is a member of the IPEMA organization in order to achieve certified ASTM approval of the products marketed in North America.All worldwide-mar- keted products have the internationally recognized TOV certificate in accordance with the EN 1176 standard. STRENGTH/DURABILITY TESTS All products must go through a static load test in order to achieve ASTM certifica- tion.In addition,KOMPAN maintains its tradition of testing our products dynam- ically,since our experience is that the repeated moving loads provided by play- ing children are a greater test of durability than a heavy static load. Vandalism resistance is also an area where KOMPAN has defined its own guide- lines. In short,our products must be able to withstand the forces and impacts that can be provided by the human body without using tools.To reduce the immediate risks for product safety in the event of vandalism, KOMPAN's prod- ucts are designed with steel reinforcement in ropes and rubber components, and use ductile plastic materials that prevent sharp edges when damaged. FIELD TESTS Before launch,KOMPAN products are field tested at specially selected,heavily used playgrounds for extended periods of time.The focus of these tests is to evaluate technical performance,as well as play value and child development. MATERIALS TESTS KOMPAN tests its materials according to relevant standards in related areas such as toy directives (toxicity) and the building industry(flammability,corrosion).We have also defined our own standards(e.g.,friction and wear of flooring surfaces). KOMPAN carries records of all test results and evaluations for our products. SWING Products KSW910-413-21 Main Posts shall be constructed of 101.6 mm O.D.,2.9 mm wall thickness steel tubing that has been hot-dip galvanized per ISO 1461. The Overhead Beam shall be constructed of 101.6 mm O.D.,2.9 mm wall thick- ness steel tubing that has been hot-dip galvanized per ISO 1461. Secondary Support Posts shall be constructed of 48.3 mm O.D., 3.2 mm wall KOMPAN Materials Specifications thickness steel tubing that has been hot-dip galvanized per 150 1461. Post Straps shall be constructed of 30 mm wide,1.25 mm thick AISI 304 stainless steel straps with an attached stainless steel weld nut. Belt Swing Chains shall be constructed of 6 mm diameter hot dip galvanized steel chain. Belt&Infant Swing Hangers shall be constructed of UV-stabilized,conditioned, injection-molded polyamide with sealed,maintenance-free ball bearings. Belt Swing Seats shall be constructed of UV-stabilized polyurethane with a plas- tic core. ADA Swing Chains shall be constructed of.21 inch diameter stainless steel chain. The ADA Swing Seat shall be constructed of rotationally molded linear low den- sity polyethylene,UV stabilized for outdoor use. Infant Swing Chains shall be constructed of 6 mm diameter stainless steel chain per DIN 766. Each Infant Swing Seat shall be a one-piece reinforced rubber seat with a fully enclosed rim.The seat shall use galvanized steel hardware riveted to the seat that allows attachment to the suspending chains. All Hardware shall be constructed of stainless steel or Delta coated for corrosion protection. PVC(vinyl,plastisol)shall not be present on any portion of the play equipment. MOMENTS COMBINATION Products MPP200411 THE GREAT ESCAPE Posts shall be constructed of 95 mm x 95 mm extruded,anodized 6060-T66 Alu- minum with an outer wall and inner webbing thickness of 2 mm. Post Footings shall be constructed of 93mm x 93mm extruded steel,which has been hot dip galvanized per ISO 1461. Floor Panels shall be constructed of 17.8 mm thick high-pressure laminate,sup- ported by Floor Joists constructed of 44mm x 95mm extruded 6060-T66 Alumi- num. Vertical Wall Panels,Roof Panels,Benches and Counters shall be constructed of 19 mm thick high-density polyethylene,UV stabilized for outdoor use. The Double Slide shall be constructed of UV-stabilized rotomolded high density polyethylene with 5mm minimum wall thickness. The Single Slide shall be constructed of UV-stabilized rotomolded high density polyethylene with 5mm minimum wall thickness. Transfer Steps shall be constructed of UV-stabilized medium-density polyeth- ylene steps with molded-in threaded inserts connected together with 19 mm thick high-density polyethylene side panels. The Rock Climb shall consist of an inclined panel with attached cleats for climb- ing.The rock climb panel shall be constructed of 17.8 mm thick high-pressure KOMPAN Materials Specifications laminate and the climbing cleats shall be constructed of molded polyamide with UV stabilizers. The Curly Climber shall be constructed of 35 mm O.D.,2.5 mm wall thickness AISI 304 stainless steel tubing. The Bubble Window shall be constructed of 3mm thick,UV stabilized clear poly- carbonate. The Safety Bars shall be constructed of a 39mm O.D.,UV stabilized,polypropyl- ene tube with galvanized steel pipe inside. All Hardware shall be constructed of stainless steel or delta-magna coated for corrosion protection. PVC(vinyl,plastisol)shall not be present on any portion of the play equipment. ELEMENTS Products ELE400022 HOPPER The Hopper shall be a spring rider having two seats 180 degrees from each other. Seats shall be constructed of rotomolded medium-density polyethylene pods with 10 mm wall thickness. The Main Support Beam shall be constructed of steel tubing of 76.1 mm O.D. and 2.9 mm wall thickness.The beam shall be hot-dip galvanized per ISO 1461. The Footing Base Support shall be constructed of welded steel and shall be hot- dip galvanized per ISO 1461. Hand Grips and Foot Pegs shall be constructed of molded thermoplastic poly- urethane rubber with nylon and galvanized steel inlay. The Middle Platform shall be constructed of 17.8 mm thick high-pressure lami- nate. Spring shall be constructed of shot-peened steel that meets DIN 17221,fitted with patented cast nylon anti-pinch clamps. All Hardware shall be constructed of stainless steel or Delta coated for corrosion protection. PVC(vinyl,plastisol)shall not be present on any portion of the play equipment. This product shall contain no painted items. ELE400024 SPINNER BOWL The Bowl shall be constructed of a rotomolded medium-density polyethylene bowl with 5 mm wall thickness,UV stabilized for outdoor use. The Bearing Housing shall be constructed of die cast aluminum. Bearings shall be electric motor quality lifetime lubricated ball bearings,with 72 mm outer diameter. The Footing Pipe shall be 101.6 mm O.D.with 2.9 mm wall thickness and shall be hot-dip galvanized per ISO 1461.The top portion of this footing pipe shall be at a 20-degree incline from vertical and there shall be a flange attached to the bottom of the footing pipe to ensure positive retention in the concrete footing. KOMPAN Materials Specifications All Hardware shall be constructed of stainless steel or Delta coated for corrosion protection. PVC(vinyl,plastisol)shall not be present on any portion of the play equipment. This product shall contain no powder-coated or painted items. EDGE Products ELE50003 RIDGE Main Support Posts shall be 101.6 mm O.D. pre-galvanized steel tube with 2.5 mm wall thickness.The posts shall be coated with 3 mm of polyurethane rubber. Footing Profiles shall be constructed of hot-dip galvanized steel tubing with material thickness of 2.5 mm,containing formed channels to accept a sliding aluminum wedge for adjustability.The final dimensions after forming shall be 93 mm O.D.These profiles shall have an attached galvanized steel flange at the bottom for positive retention in soil or concrete footings. Floor Frames shall consist of 2 mm thick steel formed into profiles of major dimensions 64 mm x 20 mm,containing an embedded 8 mm deep x 22.8 mm wide internal channel for insertion of t-bolt hardware.These profiles shall be welded to corner brackets of 3 mm thick steel and the entire assembly shall be hot-dip galvanized per ASTM A 123M.The corner brackets of the floor frame assemblies shall contain 8 mm rivet nuts for securing the floor panels. Floor Panels shall be constructed of 17.8 mm thick high-pressure laminate and shall contain machined slots measuring 27.5 mm x 82.5 mm near the edges for the purposes of hand support. Corner Brackets shall be located in each floor corner.These corner brackets shall be constructed of AISI 304 stainless steel with a thickness of 1.5 mm. Barrier Panels shall be constructed of blow-molded high-density polyethylene with an overall thickness of 48 mm and 3 mm wall thickness. Safety Bars shall be constructed of steel tubing with 38 mm O.D.and 2 mm wall thickness.Bars shall be hot-dip galvanized per ISO 1461. Post Straps shall be constructed of 30 mm wide,1.25 mm thick AISI 304 stainless steel straps with an attached stainless steel weld nut. Post Caps shall be constructed of injection-molded polyamide with UV stabiliz- ers. Wall Brackets shall connect the barrier panels to the post straps and shall be con- structed of die-cast aluminum per ASTM B 179.The wall brackets shall contain a threaded hole for acceptance of an 8 mm bolt. Transfer Steps shall be constructed of UV-stabilized medium-density polyeth- ylene steps with molded-in threaded inserts connected together with 19 mm thick high-density polyethylene side panels. The Curved Climbing Wall shall be constructed of a 15 mm thick plastic panel with a 3 mm thick rubber coating. The Curved Slide shall be constructed of curved and straight segments of UV- KOMPAN Materials Specifications stabilized rotomolded medium-density polyethylene with molded-in threaded inserts for hardware connection. The Curly Climber shall consist of a vertically-oriented helix of 251 mm outside diameter,constructed of 35 mm O.D.,2.5 mm wall thickness AISI 304 stainless steel tubing.This helix shall be attached to the main structure via a curved 38 mm O.D.,2 mm wall thickness hot-dip galvanized tube.The connection to the main posts shall be made by die-cast aluminum connectors and stainless steel post straps. All Footings for the individual play items shall contain attached flanges at the bases for positive retention in the ground or concrete footings. All Hardware shall be constructed of stainless steel or Delta coated for corrosion protection. PVC(vinyl,plastisol)shall not be present on any portion of the play equipment. GALAXY Products GXY916 SUPERNOVA The Supernova shall be a rotating play event oriented at an approximate 10 degree angle from horizontal. In lieu of a full platform,there shall be a circular ring,which children can sit or stand upon. The product can either be operated by users sitting on the ring while another person rotates the ring or by all chil- dren standing and moving relative to the ring. As the children move about the ring and move closer together or further apart,the ring will rotate in response such that the rotational speed and direction is controlled by all of the children working together to coordinate their movements. The item shall consist of rotomolded polyethylene upper segments connected together via a hot-dip galvanized flat metal ring. Attached to this ring shall be polyamide housings that contain wheels with maintenance-free ball bear- ings.For reduced wear and increased product longevity,there shall be at least 14 housings and the wheels shall be constructed of polyamide.These wheels shall ride along an angled ring of hot-dip galvanized steel that is footed into the ground via 5 hot-dip galvanized footing pipes.These footing pipes shall con- tain flanges on the bottom to ensure positive retention in the concrete footings. PVC(vinyl,plastisol)shall not be present on any portion of the play equipment. This product shall contain no powder-coated or painted items. GXY8016 SPICA 3 The Spica shall consist of a triangular polyurethane platform with a steel core.At the center of this platform a 38 mm O.D.pipe steel pipe shall extend vertically for hand gripping. The Steel Pipe shall be 101.6 mm O.D.and 2.9 mm wall thickness,and hot-dip galvanized per ISO 1461 and shall have several bends. The Ball Bearings shall consist of a pair of 72 mm O.S.minimum electric motor quality lifetime lubricated ball bearings and be enclosed in steel,electro-galva- nized housings that are secured by bolts in the steel footing pipe. KOMPAN Materials Specifications The footing pipe shall be a 38 mm O.D.steel pipe, hot-dip galvanized per ISO 1461. PVC(vinyl,plastisol)shall not be present on any portion of the play equipment. This product shall contain no powder-coated or painted items. M87402, M87403 ORBITS The Stepping Pod Top shall be constructed of recycled styrene-butadiene rubber. The KOMPAN Logo shall be constructed of ethylene propylene rubber.Diameter shall be 280 mm. The Footing/Post shall be constructed of 108 mm diameter galvanized steel. The M87402 Stepping Pod shall be at 300 mm level. The M87403 Stepping Pod shall be at 600 mm level. COROCORD Products COR8863 EXPLORER DOME Posts shall be constructed of 139.7 mm O.D.,5.0 mm wall thickness steel tubing that has been hot-dip galvanized. Post Clamps shall be constructed of cast aluminum. Cables shall be constructed of six strands of galvanized steel wire,wrapped with polyamide yarn.The polyamide wrapping shall be inductively fused onto each strand individually,so that after initial friction has removed the surface fibers,a harder polyamide coating remains to protect each strand. The Rocking Tube shall consist of a medium-density polyethylene beam with molded-in threaded inserts attached to a hot-dip galvanized steel tube of 76.1 mm O.D.and 4 mm wall thickness. The Playshell shall be constructed of rotomolded low-density polyethylene with UV stabilizers. S Clamps shall be constructed of 8 mm diameter,type 4571 stainless steel. The Coconut Rope shall be constructed of polyamide with a steel cable core.The overall diameter of the rope shall be 150 mm. 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In addition, glare • caused b inefficient lighting impairs dri- vers Y , g g P vers and pedestrians night vision, creat- Mg more dangerous roadways. >M? r y�� 'Q�r�� !"1 a• But a collective dimming of the lights y �� r �t�"•�nd�� ' won't happen without municipal lightingrNA ordinances,which work to make sure light �y�• `� � > ���i r is directed only where it is needed. Most towns have no regulations regarding how a � •. � ; light is wasted, or the how the sky is illu- minated.But a few are taking action,such as Flagstaff, Arizona, and Borrego � y Springs,California,two communities that have earned accolades from the Interna- tional Dark-Sky Association (IDA) for www . Rebagz . com their visibly darkened skies, the result of► E MAGAZINE MAY/JUNE 2011 15 CURRENTS strong,enforced lighting ordinances. Debra Briggs Norvil of Homer Glen, •• Savor chocolate.Save our planet.x Illinois, used to be able to see the Milky Support species conservation,promote ethical trade Way from her backyard,but she says that's endangered Species and encourage sustainable cacao farming with every changed in the last 25 years due to chocolate bar purchase. increased population and sky glow. Thanks to a 2007 local lighting ordinance, I N D U L G E I N A CAUSE however, she may yet be able to do some serious stargazing again. In drafting the town ordinance in 2007, Norvil refer- enced the U.S. Pattern Outdoor Lighting Code, written by Chris Luginbuhl of the U.S.Naval Observatory's Flagstaff station. Homer Glen's code allows full cut-off out- door lighting—meaning light is directed downward—for fixtures above 1,100 lumens and limits light trespass to 0.1- foot candles over property lines. A full moon high in the sky doesn't exceed 0.05- foot candles, explains Norvil, "so a 0.1- ChocolateBar.com i -JOI11% foot candle is more than double a full x moon's brightness.' Code applies to new PREPARE FOR A - lighting, and a sunset clause requires all z lighting to be up to code by 2018. The SUSTAINABLE FUTURE* densely populated suburb of Eatontown, New Jersey,adopted its first lighting ordi- MBA in Sustainability (Green MBA) ` nance in 1993 for all new lighting installed; A revision in 2001 includes existing Do your part to turn the economy around. Become a business light- ing.Eatontown's rules emphasize uniform leader who understands the importance of the triple bottom lighting, shielded light fixtures and limit- line—people, planet and profit.Weekend, online, and accelerated 'ti. ing light trespass. programs are available. People tend to support overly bright streetlamps and other outdoor lights for Environmental Studies Master's and PhD safety reasons. "People believe that more rams in multiple disciplines light is better," says Johanna Duffek, IDA programs P P spokesperson. "They'll be able to see bet- Become an environmental leader who acts responsibly,creatively, ter and not be mugged and all those things and compassionately to address complex environmental issues - they think light does.We understand that people want to be safe. We're not anti- Study weekends,weekdays, or online. light,but [we are] pro quality lighting.' The best ordinances require lights to be fully shielded and full cut-off—meaning no light is directed above the 90-degree / angle(or horizontal plane) of the fixture. Light can travel up to 200 kilometers hor- izontally, so ultra-powerful lights can do damage when not aimed correctly. ' "When you're focusing light on the 1 16 E MAGAZINE MAY/JUNE 2011 CURRENTS free • Most towns have , educational ,; no regulations Green + Blue regarding how light is wasted of PHIIII)PEOUSTEAU how the sky is GET ,� � illuminated. tOUT01 :�r`, ground,you can use a lesser wattage fix 150 Easy Ways for Kids and�J Grown-Ups to Get Into Nature . 'r ` ` ture that will give you a better-lit area, eliminates sideways glare and saves and Build a Greener Future money over time,"Duffel says. SAVINGour And advanced technology helps:D111 mers and motion sensors make smart RIVERS ' lighting easier than in past. "It's about directing the light where you need it and using light more wisely,"says Duffek. Many ordinances or codes, such a For parents,teachers,and Homer Glen's, fall short on the enforce youth leaders,$loss For ages 11&up,$14.99 ment end—they're not regulated unless Change there's a complaint from a neighbor. Instead,Duffek says,violators should et C00253 a warning,and then a ticket.Municipali- ties are much more focused on enforcing 1.800.735.7323 _ noise pollution—which has more research behind it,and is more easily measured— than light pollution,Duffek says.While we know what decibel levels damage our e !e m e n t a l A QUESTION OF , eardrums,there is not similar research cit- ing what lumen levels cause sleep distur- bances and other problems. i D�� That makes writing lighting laws a ' ' tricky business.For instance,brightness is www.elementalthreads.com and down on wave swells.Now according flow,together—it doesn't often determined by the surface that the to Newton's law of universal gravitation, light falls on:Asphalt surfaces reflect back • Design your own handbag! two cubic centimeters of water draw each less light than neutral-colored concrete. other with a force of """'" Since Eatontown's ordinance passed, • Choose fabric,lining & hardware But,what would these gravitational draws , , John Batinsey of the town environmental • Handcrafted in the US to the flattening equuseation , deter- committee has noticed a reduction in glar- • Eco-friendly fabricsmomenting lights.One big box store found that fol • Carbon offset program lowing the ordinance—including full cut • Use code EMagazine at checkout draw "neighboring gram off lights with reduced wattages,—saved and we'll donate 10%to E! 360-clegree cohesive acceleration(gravity). about $45,000 a year in electricity costs, Cohesionreports Batinsey—a win for the environ- sion. Lifting ' wire ring out id ment with all that reduction in energy use takes a force greater than the force and related greenhouse gas emissions,and needed to lift the weight of the wire.In effect,the wire lifts a portion of the liq- a windfall for the company. uid's surface that, in turn, forms two Norvil reports a visible difference, weights, ''of illustrated by one new church in Homer hesion holds these weights in place until their combined weights overpower that Glen that uses full cut-off lighting: "You liquid's cohesive force.Since cohesive ac- can definitely see how the light ends right celeration is always present,should it not at the property line,"she says. at : be ''''' CONTACTS: International Dark-Sky equation? Association,www.darksky.org. E Neil B.i " s 2010 ebook Earth Has A Cold Heart CARRIE MADREN is an environmental journalist based in Maryland► 18 E MAGAZINE MAY/JUNE 2011 Copyright of E: The Environmental Magazine is the property of E: The Environmental Magazine and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listsery without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. Christopher Bradbury From: Christopher Bradbury Sent: Tuesday, December 09, 2014 12:18 PM To: Mayor Paul S. Rosenberg Subject: FW: Street Lights on Beechwood Blvd and Surrounding Neighborhood From: Mayor Paul S. Rosenberg Sent: Wednesday, October 29, 2014 1:20 PM To: VRB Bot/Admin/Counsel Subject: Fwd: Street Lights on Beechwood Blvd and Surrounding Neighborhood FYI. Paul S. Rosenberg Mayor,Village of Rye Brook 938 King Street Rye Brook, New York 10573 Phone (914) 939-11211 Fax ( (914) 939-02421 Email mayor@ryebrook.org Twitter: @paulrosenberg Rye Brook wants to be able to contact you in an emergency. Sign up at http://www.ryebrook.org/alerts Begin forwarded message: From: "Steinberg,Jason" <jason.steinberg@bnvmellon.com> Date: October 29, 2014 at 1:17:34 PM EDT To: "mayor@ryebrook.org" <mayor@ryebrook.org> Subject:Street Lights on Beechwood Blvd and Surrounding Neighborhood Good afternoon Mr. Rosenberg, By way of introduction, my name is Jason Steinberg, a new resident in the village. My wife and I purchased a home on Beechwood Blvd and feel fortunate to have found a fantastic, family oriented community. Thank you for the hard work you do to ensure Rye Brook continues to be a comfortable place to call home. I am writing to express my concern with the lack of communal lighting within my immediate neighborhood. Even with exterior lights illuminating respective properties (importantly some neighbors choose not to turn their lights on),the community falls into complete darkness after sun down. Absolutely pitch black. While the recent string of robberies in the village has certainly raised our level of awareness,truthfully, since the day we moved into our home, my wife and I have felt that our home and those around ours are sitting ducks given the lack of lighting. Robberies aside, even a 1 mundane task such as walking the dog is a dangerous task, both for those walking and those driving. In the short time I have lived in my home,the number of near collisions I have experienced is many. While I fully appreciate the complexities and host of limitations in maintaining a budget for a small village, I am hopeful you can educate my wife and I on the process to initiate a review of the current lighting situation within the immediate neighborhood. Thank you in advance for your consideration. 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Please refer to http://disclaimer.bnMellon.com/cu.htm for certain disclosures relating to European legal entities. 2 Christopher Bradbury From: Christopher Bradbury Sent: Friday, January 23, 2015 1:S3 PM To: Sarah Bledsoe Subject: FW: Lights in the Hillandale neighborhood From: Melissa Kaminsky [mailto:mkaminsky(&verizon.net] Sent: Wednesday, December 17, 2014 8:35 AM To: Paul Rosenberg; Christopher Bradbury Subject: Lights in the Hillandale neighborhood Below is a letter that you may have received from my neighbors. I'm in total agreement and I'd like to add a few points. I have tried walking home from a friends house in the neighborhood at night only to trip over a curb and fall flat on my face. I have had 2 near misses while driving with people walking in the street at night. It's impossible to see anyone who isn't carrying a flashlight or wearing reflective clothing. After dark this neighborhood is dark, desolate, and scary. If we plan this properly we can make sure anyone with objections (due to concern for lights shining into their homes) can state their objection and avoid placing a street light in front of their home. Why do we need to wait for someone to get hit by a car or a home to be robbed before we do the smart thing and add street lights to our neighborhood? Safety and usability are much more important then "character." Dear Mr. Bradbury and Mr. Rosenberg: I'm writing to express my support of adding street lights to our neighborhood. The primary reason is safety for pedestrians, bikers, runners, dog walkers etc. Secondarily, I think our children should be able to feel comfortable being outside after dark. There are a lot of children in the neighborhood now. These kids should be able to play outside. Parents should be able to congregate outside. I am disappointed that when visiting with a friend that lives just several houses away, I feel compelled to drive there in order to make it home safely. Even with exterior lights on existing properties, the neighborhood is pitch black. Melissa D. Kaminsky Licensed Real Estate Salesperson Julia B Fee Sotheby's International Realty 49 Purchase St Rye, NY 10580 917-748-8880 cell Sent from my iphone i Christopher Bradbury From: Christopher Bradbury Sent: Friday, January 23, 2015 1:54 PM To: Sarah Bledsoe Subject: FW: Rye Brook Street Lights in the Hillandale section of Rye Brook From: Mayor Paul S. Rosenberg Sent: Tuesday, December 16, 2014 7:09 PM To: VRB Bot/Admin/Counsel Subject: Fwd: Rye Brook Street Lights in the Hillandale section of Rye Brook FYI. Paul S. Rosenberg Mayor,Village of Rye Brook 938 King Street Rye Brook, New York 10573 Phone (914) 939-11211 Fax ( (914) 939-02421 Email mayor@ryebrook.org Twitter: @paulrosenberg Rye Brook wants to be able to contact you in an emergency. Sign up at http://www.ryebrook.org/alerts Begin forwarded message: From: Lorrie Funtleyder<Ifuntleyder@optonline.net> Date: December 16, 2014 at 6:04:41 PM EST To: danielle92773 <danielle92773@aol.com>, Cohen Shizue<akkadesuyo@hotmail.com>, <meryl27@verizon.net>, Michelle Sosin <sosinemail@vahoo.com>, <gmp222@aol.com>, marni korpi <marnie.korpi@gmail.com>,Joe and Wanda <w moschitto@yahoo.com>, Betty Ochs <bettvochsl@gmail.com>, <info@laramichelle.com>, <rgkamin@optonline.net>, <smoothamy@aol.com>, <ksbs@optonIine.net>, <lorialper@verizon.net>, <Irdiscolo@aol.com>, <ritadS@verizon.net>, <cdol@optonIine.net>, <shapwelI@optonIine.net>, Mara Miller <mara.miller@me.com>, REBECA GONZALEZ<rebeca.gonzalez@me.com>, <amylaw01@gmail.com>, <deborahlws0@gmail.com>, <dani.weinstein@weinsteinco.com>, <laurenhaimes@optonIine.net>, <joannestorch@verizon.net>, <rozcarvin@gmail.com>, <steinberghome@optonline.net>, <bfuntleyder@gmail.com>, <mayor@ryebrook.org>, <cbradbury@ryebrook.org>, <rgkamin3@gmail.com> Subject: RE: Rye Brook Street Lights in the Hillandale section of Rye Brook Dear Mr. Bradbury and Mr. Rosenberg: I'm writing to express my support of adding street lights to our neighborhood. The primary reason is safety for pedestrians, bikers, runners, dog walkers etc. Secondarily, I think our children should be able to feel comfortable being outside after dark. There are a lot of children in the neighborhood now. These kids should be able to play outside. Parents should be able to congregate outside. I am disappointed that when visiting with a friend that lives just several houses away, I feel compelled to 1 drive there in order to make it home safely. Even with exterior lights on existing properties,the neighborhood is pitch black. Neighbors: I understand that the cost,while a factor, is less important than the perception that this neighborhood prefers the lack of lighting. The village is going through the process of converting all the street lights to LED over the next 6 months, and now would be the perfect time to add lights to our neighborhood!!! The cost is estimated at$50-60k which is a manageable figure, especially in light of the capital expenditure that the village is undertaking to upgrade the existing street lights. The village is open to making this accommodation for us, but we need your support. Please send your own email to both Mr. Bradbury and Mr. Rosenberg if you are in support of adding street lights. But more importantly,we need to attend the village meetings. If people don't show up,we are sending a message that we are happy with the status quo or don't care enough to make the effort. Apparently there were only 4 people that attended the meeting this past Monday, of which 2 were opposed to adding the lights. I was not there because I was unaware that the meeting was taking place. The mayor has suggested that we all go onto www.rvebrook.org/alerts and sign up for the third item,which will allow the village to send you via email the agenda for upcoming village meetings. The Trustees will be having another meeting on this topic during the first quarter of 2015. I understand that we are all busy. The Trustee meetings typically last 60-90 minutes. But if there is a roomful of people that show up to the meeting to discuss the lights, it would be moved up to the top of the agenda. This will likely be our last opportunity to make our voices heard. If you know anyone in the Hillandale neighborhood who I did not forward this to, please forward. Regards, Lorrie Funtleyder 17 Beechwood Blvd z Christopher Bradbury From: Susan epstein <trusteesusanepstein@outlook.com> Sent: Sunday, January 2S, 201S 11:21 PM To: VRB Bot/Admin/Counsel Subject: Fwd: Hillandale Rd. Lights Follow Up Flag: Flag for follow up Flag Status: Flagged FYI Sent from my iphone Susan Begin forwarded message: From: Naomi Saxe <naomi saxe@me.com> Date: January 25, 2015 at 8:57:10 PM EST To: "trusteesusanepstein@outlook.com" <trusteesusanepstein@outlook.com> Subject: Hillandale Rd. Lights Hi Susan, How are you? I have been told that the village is considering putting in lights on Hillandale Rd. And I just wanted to let you know that I am very much in favor of having lights on Hillandale. Thanks for your service! Naomi Saxe Naomisaxe@email.com Home (914) 939-7638 Cell(914) 391-1287 i Christopher Bradbury From: Susan Epstein <susanrepstein@hotmail.com> Sent: Tuesday, January 27, 2015 8:S7 PM To: Christopher Bradbury Subject: Fwd: Lighting on Hillandale Road Follow Up Flag: Flag for follow up Flag Status: Flagged FYI Sent from my iphone Susan Begin forwarded message: From: Amy Futterman<amyitems e,aol.com> Date: January 27, 2015 at 7:39:01 PM EST To: David Heiser<d345788@aol.com>, Susan Epstein<susanrepstein@hotmail.com> Cc: Ice Husband Lenny<lenawitem@aol.com> Subject: Lighting on Hillandale Road Hi David and Susan, We were told that there was going to be a meeting regarding Street lights on Hillandale Road. We reside at 34 Hillandale Road and would vote for street lights. We believe it would be safer as it is very dark at night. Best, Amy and Lenard Futterman Sent from my iphone i Christopher Bradbury From: Mayor Paul S. Rosenberg Sent: Wednesday, January 28, 2015 6:28 AM To: VRB Bot/Admin/Counsel Subject: Fwd: lights in the neighborhood Attachments: OutshiningtheStars.pdf; ATT00001.htm Follow Up Flag: Flag for follow up Flag Status: Flagged FYI. Paul S. Rosenberg Mayor, Village of Rye Brook 938 Kin Sg treet Rye Brook,New York 10573 Phone (914) 939-1121 Fax ( (914) 939-02421 Email mayor eryebrook.org Twitter: @paulrosenberg Rye Brook wants to be able to contact you in an emergency. Sign up at http://www.iyebrook.or /ag lerts Begin forwarded message: From: "Rebecca Oling" <rebeccaoling@gmail.com> To: "Mayor Paul S. Rosenberg" <mayor e,ryebrook.org> Subject: Fwd: lights in the neighborhood Dear Mayor Rosenberg and Esteemed Board Trustees, We are writing in the hopes that you will share this with the appropriate village officials. Our family opposes street lights for a few reasons. First, being lifelong residents of the area, we know the area is safe and beautiful--full of wildlife. This is often what attracts residents to purchase in the village. Often, we see hawks, bats, and hear the lonely hoot of an owl or two. This is a benefit of living in Tree City, USA! We believe many village residents are already over lighting their properties without guidelines--light often "trespasses" and I have heard from several people that they have had to install blackout curtains, sleep with masks, etc. to get a good night's sleep. Additionally, we are very concerned about the wildlife in this area. More lights will disrupt life for these creatures at some expense to the village and I believe little benefit to us. Of course, there is the issue of cost to the village for procurement, electricity and maintenance. But we'd personally miss the hoots and the rest of the fauna. They WILL go away. That is well studied. Right now, we are in the midst of purchasing lighting for our home and this I was one of our considerations for the style both of lamp and of bulb. But there are no village guidelines and nothing in our code at all; and this is something that we are not only missing, but that paves the way for lighting decisions and mistakes that can alter the quality of life not only for the human residents but also for the animal ones. More lighting has been known to disrupt circadian rhythms for us as well as the creatures who inhabit the area. Here is an article that you might find interesting on the subject of residential light issues from a variety of perspectives:http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2627884/ We would like to propose that before any decisions are made, Rye Brook fully investigate the issue via its Advisory Council on Environmental Conservation or an ad hoc taskforce that can investigate costs, safety issues, and appropriate guidelines not only for the municipality, but also for residents so that we can all understand the various issues and consequences of our light use. Before any lights are purchased or installed, we need to shed some on all the issues here. We would be happy to help investigate the matter with and for the Village. We've attached an article on the increasing efforts of municipalities to include information for their citizens and even regulate this in the code. We would love to see Rye Brook be a leader in such an effort and our Advisory Council might be a good place to start. Additionally, we will happily engage the help of the environmental sciences faculty at Purchase College if we need consultation. Thank you for your time, attention and careful consideration of this matter. Rebecca, Scott, Greyson and Bryce Oling 2 Hillandale Rd 2 February 10, 2015 _R-_1 RESOLUTION REQUESTING HOME RULE LEGISLATION PERMITTING THE DISSOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF RYE WHEREAS, the Town of Rye and the Villages of Rye Brook, Port Chester and Mamaroneck have jointly participated in a study of the dissolution of the Town of Rye prepared by the Center of Governmental Research (CGR) and funded through t NYS Department of State Local Government Efficiency Incentive Grant Program; and WHEREAS, a Dissolution Steering Committee was formed consisting of the chief elected and appointed representatives from each of the four municipalities who worked directly with CGR and the public to prepare the study, particip several public forum and report back to the various involved municipal boards; and WHEREAS, the initial CGR report entitled `Mun pal Services & Financi verview: Town of Rye and Villages of Port Chester, Rye rook & Mamaroneck" was comple ed in December 2011 and outlines the financial conditions of each municipality including the debt and obligations, current costs and revenues, staffing, levels of service in key functional areas and assets of each municipality; and WHEREAS, In November, 12 CGR completed Wafollreport entitled "Review of Governance and Service Alternatives: Town of Rye and Villa es of'Port Chester, Rye Brook & Mamaroneck" in which CGR reviewed the options surrounding a possible dissolution and restructuring, presented a model for implementation, evaluated potential fiscal impacts and identified a range of alternative options for potential consideration; and WHEREAS, CGR pro ed an updated fiscal analysis dated April 2, 2014 incorporating amendments to the implementation plan that arose after further discussion following the first report and updated assessments, fiscal conditions and debt and service adjustments; and WHEREAS, The CGR Study indicates that the dissolution of the Town of Rye will provide a more cost effective and efficient method of providing services to residents that currently live within the Town of Rye and in the Villages of Rye Brook, Mamaroneck and Port Chester; and, qW WHEREAS, The CGR Study also indicates that the dissolution of the Town of Rye would eliminate an unnecessary level of government and provide the municipalities with clearer jurisdiction over activities within their respective municipalities; and WHEREAS, the Village of Rye Brook is very supportive of the dissolution of the Town of Rye and feels that such dissolution is in the best interest of its residents who would become part of a new coterminous Town-Village of Rye Brook; and WHEREAS, NYS Assemblyman Steve Otis and NYS Senator George Latimer have provided valuable guidance regarding the procedures and options that could be considered in drafting Home Rule legislation should all four municipalities request the preparation of home rule legislation for the purpose of dissolving the Town of Rye. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, The Village Board hereby authorizes that New York State Legislation be drafted to enact Home Rule Legislation that would authorize a public referendum with the specifics of such legislation to be approved by the Village Board of Trustees; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, The Mayor and Village A-c1ministrator are hereby authorized to continue discussions with the Dissolution Steering Committee related to the dissolution of the Town of Rye as necessary in order to prepare the appr priate Home Rule legislation. CGR G CG R•1915-2014 April 2, 2014 Town of Rye Dissolution Committee 10 Pearl Street Port Chester, New York 10573 Committee members: CGR is pleased to provide this updated fiscal analysis to inform your discussions regarding a potential dissolution of the Town of Rye. The update was completed pursuant to the Committee's request of March 14, 2014 and CGR's proposal of March 20, 2014. Overview This analysis updates the fiscal components of CGR's original study for the Town of Rye and the Villages of Port Chester, Rye Brook and Mamaroneck, completed in 2012. The Committee sought to update the analysis for two key reasons. First, its discussions about a potential implementation path have focused on a slightly altered plan from the first study. The revised plan would create a "paper town" in Rye Neck, in order to avoid removing the Village of Mamaroneck from the Town of Mamaroneck and thereby mitigating any fiscal impact on the Town of Mamaroneck. Second, it sought to reflect updated assessments, fiscal conditions, debt and service adjustments that have occurred in the Town of Rye's operations, budget and fiscal position in the past two years— especially since the Town has divested some of the assets contemplated in the original analysis, privatized certain services and issued additional debt since 2011-12. In preparing this update, CGR reviewed and incorporated data from the following sources: • Town of Rye 2014 approved budget; • Town of Rye 2013 final assessed valuations, disaggregated by village component; • Town of Rye-owned property inventory as of March 28, 2014; • Town of Rye audited financial statements (draft) for fiscal year ending December 31, 2012; • Town of Rye debt service schedule for the period 2014 through 2034, including newly issued debt pertaining to bridge improvements; • Village of Port Chester and Rye Brook property tax levies and rates for 2014; and • A telephone interview with Bishop Nowotnik of the Town of Rye on March 28, 2014 to review data components and confirm any service changes that have been implemented since the original study. Summary of Updated Impacts The following summary tables are updated versions of the tables shown on pages 56-57 of the original November 2012 report. The methodology used to calculate them is the same, with the exception of the adjustment to account for the "paper town" over Rye Neck. Estimated Fiscal Impacts:Rye Town Restructuring Model Source:CGR Analysis of Town and Village Budgets,Services and Financial Statements Village of Village of Village of Port Chester Rye Brook Mamaroneck (entire) (entire) (Rye Neck) Recurring Impacts Removal of Rye Town property tax($0.049/1000) $24.50 $24.50 $24.50 Annual savings esti mate based on$500,000 home Other recurring impacts $105.41 $40.56 $113.17 In Ludes net effects afrearfocating Rye Town revenue,savings from elimination of property tax guarantee,service adjustments and debt servi ce, Annual estimate based on 5500,000 home Total Recurring impact $129.91 $65.06 $137.67 One-Time Impacts IncrudesneteffettsofdispositionofRyeTown p,opertyand 6qudat+on of $181.37 $188.08 $164.63 balance sheet assets Annual esti mate based on$500,000 home Potential/Liability Impacts Retiree health insurance(OPEB)liability ($1,381,356) ($1,453,868) ($790,382) Rye Town Park-Capital cost(60.722%) TBD*38.1% TBD*40.1% TBD*21.8% Rye Town Park-Operational deficit(51.000%) TBD*38.1% TBD'40.1% TBD*21.8% Bridge Maintenance TBD*38.1% TBD'40.1% TBD*21.8% South Barry(Guinn)(100.000%) TBD*38.1% TBD*40.1% TBD*21.8% South Barry(Otter)(100.000%) TBD*38.1% TBD*40.1% TBD*21.8% Jefferson Avenue(50.000%) TBD*38.1% TBD*40.1% TBD*21.8% Short Street(50.000%) TBD*38.1% TBD*40.1% TBD*21.8% Hillside Avenue(33.333%) TBD*38.1% TBD*40.1% TBD*21.8% North Barry Avenue(33.333%) TBD*38.1% TBD*40.1% TBD*21.8% General Maintenance TBD*38.1% TBD'40.1% TBD*21.8% South Barry(Guion)(100.000%) TBD*38.1% TBD'40.1% TBD*21.8% South Barry(Otter)(100.000%) TBD*38.1% TBD*40.1% TBD*21.8% C G R hifoi-in & Einpoi ver Discussion of Key Differences Compared to the original November 2012 analysis, the updated figures show an increase in the value of recurring benefits. Recurring benefits have increased relative to the November 2012 analysis for the following reasons: • Certain Town of Rye budgeted revenues that would recur and be reallocated to the successor municipalities have increased by approximately $140,000 since the original analysis; and • Certain service adjustments implemented by the Town of Rye subsequent to the original analysis have reduced expenditures that would recur, and permitted a re-estimation of the costs that would be borne by the successor municipalities in functions like parks maintenance, assessment and tax collection. Even though debt service costs have increased approximately 12 percent since the November 2012 analysis, the overall net recurring benefits have increased. By contrast, the updated figures show a decrease in the value of one-time benefits. This is due to the following reasons: • Certain Town-owned properties contemplated for sale in the November 2012 analysis have since been sold, reducing the potential proceeds for the successor municipalities by approximately $850,000; and • Certain Town of Rye balance sheet assets that would be reallocated to the successor municipalities have decreased since the November 2012 analysis, with unreserved / undesignated fund balance falling $220,000 and capital fund balance falling $280,000. Note that in the updated analysis, we have still accounted for the pending sale of Town Hall at 10 Pearl Street as part of the one-time impact. This is because the sale has not yet closed. However, assuming it closes as scheduled in 2014, these proceeds would of course still positively impact the fiscal picture in a one-time fashion. Based on guidance from the Town of Rye, the sale proceeds have been included as $1.5 million, which is the estimated sale price netof anticipated moving costs. Impact of"Paper Town" Covering Rye Neck The model contemplated in the November 2012 report assumed that the entire Village of Mamaroneck would become a coterminous town-village entity. This would have created two specific impacts beyond the Town of Rye, as detailed in the original report. First, taxpayers within the portion of the Village of Mamaroneck that rests in the Town of Mamaroneck would no longer have paid Town of Mamaroneck property taxes. This was estimated to create approximately $459 in property tax savings for the average residential property. Second, by removing the Village of Mamaroneck from CGR Inforirn & Ernpoiver 1 the Town of Mamaroneck, it would have reducedthe taxable assessed value of the Town of Mamaroneck,thereby increasing the tax rate for remaining properties in the Town of Mamaroneck. The original report estimated that, all else being equal, the rate increase would have been 42 percent. Under the Committee's new "paper town" model, both of those impacts would be eliminated. By making no change to the current Village of Mamaroneck/Town of Mamaroneck boundaries, properties within the Town of Mamaroneck would continue paying town taxes, and thus receive no tax benefit; similarly, the Town of Mamaroneck would not lose its portion of the Village of Mamaroneck's taxable base, thus removing the need to raise the tax rate on remaining properties. Sincerely, J e Stefko, Ph.D. Pr s Chief Executive Officer CGR lnfoa-rit & brrpoiver Preliminary Summary of Fiscal Impacts from Town of Rye Restructuring Updated as of 2 April 2014 VPC VRB VOM, Total Proportionate share of Rye Town Assessed Value 38.1% 40.1% 21.8% 100.0% Updated to 2013 final proportionate share REALLOCATION OF TOWN REVENUES(RECURRING-Impact applies to successor municipalities) Interest and penalties County tax $41,250 $41,250 $24,750 Interest and penalties-VRB tax $66,000 Updated-TOR was unable to provide a full breakdown,so Interest and penalties-VPC tax $107,250 -$825,000 this distribution reflects the proportionate breakdown from Interest and penalties-PC school tax $222,750 $49,500 the 2012 analysis applied to the TOR's 2014 budgeted revenue Interest and penalties-BB school tax - $165,000 - of$825,000(a slight increase from 2012) Interest and penalties-RN school tax - - $107,250 Mortgage tax $247,650 $260,650 $141,700 $650,000 Updated State aid $147,447 $155,187 $84,366 $387,000 Updated Fines and forfeitures-Rye Brook Court revenue - $42,000 - $42,000 Updated Fines and forfeitures Town Court revenue $41,910 $44,110 $23,980 $110,000 Updated Crawford Park fees - $75,000 - $75,000 Updated-Was ZERO,now flows entirely to VRB Investment earnings $19,050 $20,050 $10,900 $50,000 Updated-Was ZERO,now flows proportionately PILOT $19,050 $20,050 $10,900 $50,000 Updated Clerk fees $7,620 $8,020 $4,360 $20,000 Updated Subtotal $853,977 $946,817 $408,206 $2,209,000 PROPERTY TAX GUARANTEE IMPACT(RECURRING-Impact applies to successor municipalities) Cost liability assumed by guarantor ($899,921) ($769,490) ($330,589) ($2,416,911) Updated-Amount outstanding/guaranteed as of Dec 31,2013 Updated-Reflects 0 510 of actual VPC and VRB c/y levies,so differs from Savings from no longer paying Town as guarantor $109,482 $67,212 $176,694 TOR budget by$8,306 Subtotal ($790,439) ($702,278) ($330,589) ($2,240,217) SERVICE RESTRUCTURING IMPACTS(RECURRING) VPC VRB VOM TOTAL Updated-Reflects 2014 TOR budgeted costs;worst-case scenario,as VOM Tax collection:Port Chester+Rye Brook ($111,991) ($111,991) ($223,982) assumes function within its own tax office Tax collection:Mamaroneck Updated Updated-Reflects 2014 TOR budgeted costs;worst-case scenario,as VOM Tax assessment:Port Chester+Rye Brook ($229,710) ($229,710) ($459,419) assumes function within its own assessment office Tax assessment:Mamaroneck Updated Updated-No change,now reflects approx 3/4 of current TOR court Justice court:Rye Brook ($150,000) ($150,000) revenue;conservative estimate Parks maintenance-Rye Town Park ($15,240) ($16,040) ($8,720) ($40,000) Updated-Reflects outsouced maintenance and c/y budgeted costs by TOR Updated-Reflects outsourced maintenance costs only;if VRB opts to use Parks maintenance Crawford Park ($200,000) ($200,000) own employees,cost could be reduced/eliminated Elections ($7,144) ($7,519) ($4,088) ($18,750) Updated Cemeteries:Mamaroneck Updated Subtotal ($364,084) ($715,259) ($12,808) ($1,092,151) OUTSTANDING DEBT/DEBT SERVICE IMPACT(RECURRING UNTIL RETIRED-Impact applies to successor municipalities) Updated-Reflects all TOR debt service as of Mar 28,2014;begins debt Debt service costs ($97,696) ($102,824) ($55,899) ($256,419) service impact in 2015,which removes Park Land Acquisition (Note also that cost figure is HIGHEST in year one,and drops as bonds Subtotal ($97,696) ($102,824) ($55,899) ($256,419) mature;last bond retires completely in 2034) ELIMINATION OF TOWN PROPERTY TAX(RECURRING-Impact applies to property taxpayers) Town property tax savings $114,551 $120,564 $65,544 $300,659 Updated-Reflects c/y TOR property tax levy Subtotal $114,551 $120,564 $65,544 $300,659 DISPOSITION OF TOWN PROPERTY(ONE-TIME-Impact applies to successor municipalities) 285 Madison Avenue $14,630 $15,398 $8,371 $38,400 Updated-Now reflects 2013 TOR assessed value Garden Road,Mamaroneck(Vacant Land) $23,508 $24,742 $13,451 $61,700 Updated-NEW PROPERTY,added with 2013 TOR assessed value 49 Rock Ridge Drive $23,813 $25,063 $13,625 $62,500 Updated-NEW PROPERTY,added with 2013 TOR assessed value 313 Locust Avenue $0 $0 $0 $0 Updated-Sold in 2013 Sold in 2013,closing in 2014;assuming closing before dissolution,would 10 Pearl Street/Pearl Street Lot $571,500 $601,500 $327,000 $1,500,000 shift to fund balance;amount is$1.85m net of moving costs Fox Island Road $12,954 $13,634 $7,412 $34,000 Updated-Now reflects 2013 TOR assessed value Shore Drive $0 $0 $0 $0 Updated-Sold in 2013 Subtotal $646,405 $680,337 $369,859 $1,696,600 REALLOCATION OF TOWN BALANCE SHEET ITEMS(ONE-TIME-Impact applies to successor municipalities) Updated to Dec 31,2012 figure(as-is,since no 2014 budget appropriation Unreserved general fund balance $287,858 $302,969 $164,706 $755,533 anticipated);no Dec 31,2013 figure available Updated to Dec 31,2012 figure(technically below water by$186,534,so no Unreserved capital fund balance ($71,069) ($74,800) ($40,664) ($186,534) liquidity) Subtotal $216,789 $228,169 $124,042 $568,999 February 10, 2015 R-2 RESOLUTION MODIFYING THE LICENSE AND PERMIT FEE SCHEDULE FOR THE MEN'S SOFTBALL TEAM FEE. The Village License and Permit Fee Schedule is hereby modified as follows: PROGRAM OR SERVICE FEE Men's Softball $1,650 Men's Softball(Referral Discount—New Team) $1,450 February 10, 2015 R-3 RESOLUTION CONSIDERING THE APPROVAL OF MINUTES: JANUARY 29, 2015 NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village of Rye Brook Board of Trustees hereby certifies the approval of the minutes for the meetings held on January 29, 2015.