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COUNCIL ACTION
CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE:
JULY 7, 2020
TITLE
DISCUSS PROPOSED PILOT PARK HOST
SERVICES PROGRAM AT THORNTON
PARK AND PROVIDE DIRECTION TO
STAFF
/s/ Kristine
CITY MANAGER
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RECOMMENDED ACTION
Discussion and direction regarding a proposed Pilot Park Host Services Program at Thornton Park.
DISCUSSION
At the March 17, 2020 City Council meeting, the City Council received a Park Patrol program
update. During the discussion, a Park Host Services Program was introduced to the City Council
and this is a follow up to that discussion for consideration. Below is information regarding a
proposed Pilot Park Host Services Program.
Pilot Park Host Services Program
The purpose of a Park Host Services Program is to have a visible representative of the City of
Santa Ana at a designated park site that serves as the "eyes and ears" for the Parks, Recreation
and Community Services Agency (PRCSA). The Park Host would also assist the Park Patrol and
Santa Ana Police Department provide ongoing monitoring at each park on a regular basis. The
PRCSA seeks an individual or couple to provide Park Host Services at Thornton Park on a full-
time basis. Applicants must have a suitable recreational vehicle such as a motor home or travel
trailer and a schedule that allows them to be on site seven days a week. This is an unpaid position;
however, the Park Host will be provided utility hook up and service at no cost.
Park Host Services Recruitment
City staff will conduct a Request for Proposal (RFP) process inviting qualified applicants to submit
a proposal to provide park host services at Thornton Park. The scope of services includes, but is
not limited to, the following:
• Park Host duties and responsibilities
• Compliance with park rules, city and county laws, and ordinances
• Conduct standards
• Hours of service
• Use and condition of License Area
• Occupancy and duration of assignment
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• Required registration documents
• Required orientation, training and evaluation
The City will conduct an interview process to identify the most qualified person to fill the position
and the selected Park Host will sign a License Agreement with the City of Santa Ana.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.
Submitted By: Lisa Rudloff, Executive Director— Parks, Recreation, and Community
Services Agency
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