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These measures would allow for improved water quality, a reduction in soil erosion and an unfavorable environment for nuisance waterfowl.

• Include a public education component as part of a revised management plan to explain the rational and expected desirable outcomes.

Policy 6: Grounds Maintenance staff is responsible for day-to-day operation of the Ballantrae water park, which runs from April thru October. A maintenance vault containing

electronics, pumps, injectors and such to operate and control the water feature is in the hill. By design, the vault is considered a “confined space,” which means only trained, qualified staff may enter. Grounds Maintenance staff provides trained staff that are responsible for maintenance and repairs of the feature and vault.

Issues

• Parks and Open Space will have trained staff to monitor and correct water quality issues at the Ballantrae water feature during the week from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Typical times of high usage (such as after 4 p.m. during the week and on weekends) the water goes unmonitored.

• As with the Dublin Community Pools, water quality must be monitored to ensure proper chlorine and pH levels. Consistent daily monitoring will help protect visitors from recreational water illnesses without restricting access and enjoyment of the water feature.

Strategies

• It is recommended that water quality management be overseen by the pool staff on a daily basis in conjunction with the pool operations. All testing and treatments can be made outside the vault in the splash area by trained pool staff.

• Parks and Open Space will continue all vault and maintenance duties. This will ensure the water park meets or exceeds all acceptable water quality standards at all times and have used the right staff for the given task.

Policy 7: Parks and Open Space is committed to the City’s initiative for environmentally sound practices that reduce waste and decrease biodiversity.

Issues

• The Grounds Maintenance staff strives to make a concerted effort to