HomeMy WebLinkAboutInstallation of Disc Golf Course at Hovley Soccer ParkCITY OF PALM DESERT
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
REQUEST: Approval of the Installation of a Disc Golf Course at Hovley Soccer
Park
SUBMITTED BY: Jay Niemczak, Parks Maintenance Supervisor
DATE: April 13, 2006
CONTENTS: 1. Disc Golf Course Proposal.
2. Map of the Proposed Disc Golf Course at Hovley Soccer Park.
Recommendation:
By Minute Motion:
1. Approve the installation of a disc golf course at Hovley Soccer Park.
2. Allocate an amount not to exceed $6,000.00 from the Park Maintenance
Account Number 110-4611-453-3320.
Executive Summary:
Staff and the Parks and Recreation Commission is requesting that the City Council
approve a recommendation for the installation of a 9-hole disc golf course at Hovley
Soccer Park. The cost of the project is expected to be less than $6,000.
Discussion:
On February 1, 2006, Mr. Chad Dean, a representative of a Palm Desert Disc Golf Club,
requested that the Parks and Recreation Commission consider the installation of a disc
golf course at one of the parks in the City of Palm Desert. He provided the Commission
with a written proposal (see attached). After a presentation by Mr. Dean, the Parks and
Recreation Commission directed Staff to investigate and identify a suitable location to
develop a disc golf course.
Staff investigated sites in various parks in the City of Palm Desert. On Tuesday, March
7, 2006, Staff met with Mr. Dean at Hovley Soccer Park to discuss the possibility of
using the soccer facility as a disc golf course.
Staff Report
Approval of the Installation of a Disc Golf Course at Hovley Soccer Park
April 13, 2006
Page 2 of 3
On March 21, 2006, Staff made a proposal to the Parks and Recreation Commission
asking that a 9-hole disc golf course be installed at Hovley Soccer Park. A tentative
course layout of this course is included.
The Commission directed Staff to contact the Palm Desert Youth Soccer Association
and Coachella Valley Park and Recreation District to discuss the use of Hovley Soccer
Park as a disc golf course. Both parties felt that a disc golf course located at the soccer
park would be a positive recreational activity and would not interfere with current park
users.
There are certain guidelines that the Commission recommends are followed if a course
is installed. They are as follows:
• Organized disc golf would be played during designated hours scheduled through
Coachella Valley Recreation and Park District (CVRPD).
• Organized play would not occur if the fields were in use by scheduled groups.
• All disc golf play would be limited to areas that would not interfere with user
groups playing soccer.
• A sign/message board would be installed to list available times, show designated
course and provide general information.
The proposed 9-hole course layout would consist of nine baskets that are set in
concrete that can be removed for special events; nine tee signs and a message board.
The cost breakdown is as follows:
Site post (9) concrete @ $3.00 per bag $ 27.00
Baskets (9) @ $353 each $ 3,177.00
Backhoe rental with operator 4hrs. @ $120.00/hr. $ 480.00
Concrete to anchor baskets ( 1 truckload) $ 750.00
Locking collar (9) @ $9.00 each $ 81.00
Anchor assembly (9) @ $17.00 each $ 153.00
Tee signs (9) @ $60.00 each $ 540.00
Message board $ 250.00
Total: $ 5,458.00
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Staff Report
Approval of the Installation of a Disc Golf Course at Hovey Soccer Park
April 13, 2006
Page 3 of 3
Staff recommends that the Disc Golf Club provide the labor for this project under the
supervision of the Parks Maintenance Supervisor.
Submitted By:
Jay Niemczak
Parks Maintenance Supervisor
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City Mana
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1. Introduction
The game of disc golf has exploded in recent years, and is now being enjoyed by people all
ages on over 1700 courses worldwide, with more than 1400 in the U.S. alone. It is our
belief that the game has grown to the point where Palm Desert and the community it serves
can greatly benefit from the addition of a disc golf facility.
We respectfully propose that you consider amending your park plan to include a 18 hole disc
golf course within one of our Parks.
2. hat is Disc Golf?
The concept of the game is easier to understand when the term 'Frisbee® golf' is used, but
since Frisbee is a registered trademark, we call the game disc golf instead.
The game is similar to traditional ball golf. Players use special frisbees (golf discs) instead of
balls and clubs, and throw them at an above -ground target instead of a hole in the ground.
There are different types of golf discs used for different purposes, much like ball golfers use
different clubs.
The object of the game is to throw a golf disc into the target for 'par' or better, i.e., in the
fewest number of throws. The target is typically a steel basket over which chains hang,
known as a Pole Hole® . The player begins by 'driving' from a designated concrete tee area
and continues toward the target, throwing each consecutive shot from the spot where the
previous throw has landed. Finally, a successful 'putt' sends the disc into the target, and the
hole is completed. The combination of challenges to players, including distance, accuracy,
wind, trees, shrubbery, water and terrain changes, offer plenty of action and excitement
during the course of a game.
A complete, tournament -ready course of 18 holes typically utilizes 18 to 27 acres of land,
depending on terrain and course design. Hole lengths typically run anywhere from 150 to
500 feet.
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Disc golf is enjoyed all year long, and in many types of weather conditions, including snow.
Nationally, the growth of disc golf is exploding. The game's governing body, the
Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA), reports an annual 15% growth rate, a total of 3
to 5 million persons who have tried the game, and a 2005 total of over 1400 U.S. disc golf
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courses. The statistics also showed a total of nearly 1700 courses worldwide, up from 700
in 1999. The PDGA is on the Web at http://www.pdga.com.
ho Can Play?
You'll find men, women, and kids of virtually all ages playing on your disc golf course.
Players are drawn by many of the same pleasures found in traditional ball golf: fresh air in a
beautiful landscape, the camaraderie of friends, and the challenge and excitement of
combining personal skill and speed to project an object toward a target.
The rules are simple to grasp, allowing beginners to immediately have fun challenging
themselves and their friends. A typical round of 18 holes takes approximately 60 to 120
minutes to play.
Perhaps the greatest factor behind disc golf's broad accessibility is its low cost. Players
need nothing more than an $8-$15 frisbee, and since most courses are located in parks,
there are little or no admission fees. This factor alone opens the game up to countless
California residents who cannot afford many of today's other popular recreation activities.
Bottom line: disc golf is fun for everyone regardless of age,
gender or economic status.
4. Community and Park Benefits
Disc golf's high benefit -to -cost ratio makes it a positive choice for your overall community
service plans. In addition to appealing to nearly all age and gender groups, the game is
environmentally sound and serves a great number of people for a very low investment in
time, energy and financial costs.
Disc golf courses differ from ball golf courses in that they fit into the existing flora of the
park, rather than requiring the clear -cutting of trees or the manicuring and fertilization of
fairways. They tend to utilize areas within parks that are otherwise underused, including
thick woods and slopes, yet can easily co -exist with other activities such as hiking atd dog -
walking. There is almost no noise pollution created, and players take great pride in the care
of their course, cleaning up litter and reminding others to use trash receptacles.
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Installing a course also creates extra traffic in areas which might otherwise be remote,
providing a year-round human presence and deterrent to the few parks guests who may
have mischief on their minds.
By selling discs and other concessions on site, your park can realize an added income in
excess of S10,000 per year.
Finally, for less than the cost of installing one tennis court which can serve four people at a
time, your park can install an 18 hole disc golf course and serve a minimum of 72 people at
any given time, all year round.
5. Costs and Space Requirements
A first class 18 hole disc golf course can be installed for as little as $22,000. This includes
the purchase/construction and installation of 18 galvanized steel baskets, 36 cement tee
pads, 18 tee signs, trash cans, -seating and a message board.
5.1.1 Baskets
These estimates are based on the latest disc golf basket -- the lockable Mach V Pole Hole --
and two placement sleeves. Other types of baskets are available at similar prices. Each
sleeve would be set in a cement hole measuring approximately 8 inches in diameter and 18-
36 inches deep. Once in place, they are relatively maintenance free.
Note: prices subject to change; check with manufacturer for current prices.
DGA Mach V Basket: $353.00 x 18 = $6354.00
Locking Collar 4 "x2" tubing: $9.00 x 18 = $162.00
Anchor Assembly 18 "x2" tubing: $17.00 x 36 = $612.00
Concrete: 1 cubic yard = $65.00 yK pt to -se;
Total Basket costs: $7193.00
5.1.2 Tee Pads
Each hole would have two cement tee pads, one closer to the basket for amateur players,
and the other farther away for advanced players. Each would be approximately 6x12 feet in
length, at 4 inches thick and flush to the ground. Once in place, they are relatively
maintenance free.
Concrete, forms, fill and seed: $80.00
5.1.3 Signs, Message Board
= $2880.00
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Tee signs are important in directing new players through the next hole and providing
information about hole length, terrain and out-of-bounds areas. The message board serves
as a player gathering place and communications outlet. If constructed of solid material, all
these items are also maintenance free.
Tee Signs (estimated): $60.00 x 18 = $1080.00
Message Board (estimated): $250.00
5.1.4 Course Design and Development
Chad Dean — 880 378 6 - Dean Construction
5.1.5 Installation and Maintenance
Once a course is in place, maintenance costs are relatively low. Mowing, tree trimming, and
seeding will be required as needed. Erosion concerns should be monitored regularly
depending on terrain, and occasional maintenance can be required on heavy footpaths. Tee
pads should be regularly checked for safe grade, signs checked for maintenance needs, and
hazardous trees or limbs removed. If vandalized or stolen, baskets can be replaced for about
$350. A regular routine to empty trash cans will ensure a tidy course.
Installation and maintenance costs can be drastically offset by player volunteer efforts.
Installation labor estimates:
Baskets: 4 hours each
Tee Pads: 8 hours each
Holes: 16 hours each/average
Slur -lace: 1 hour each
Total installation labor hours (estimated): 667
5.1.6 Economic Summary for 18-Hole Course Installation
Total Basket costs: $7186.00
Concrete Tee Pads (estimated): $80.00 x 36 = $2880.00
Tee Signs (estimated): $60.00 x 18 = $1080.00
Message Board (estimated): $250.00
Installation labor (estimated): The Palm Desert Ghetto Disc Golf Club will volunteer all labor
needed!
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS: $11,396.00
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7. The Palm Desert Ghetto Disc Golf Club
Why are we Ghetto? Because we don't have a home course! That is were the name
of our group came from. The club consists of several youth workers from around the valley
and has grown to about 70 to 80 members. Chad Dean and Nathan Somers started the
group in 2001 using the sport as a ministry tool for their local churches to give kids
something to do that was cheep to play! We now have annual tournaments at our local
parks even though we do not have an actual course to do so.
Our Goal is to keep building up members and support until our city finally realizes the
need for a real course! Please come visit our website to learn more:
http://blog.myspace.com/palmdesertghettodiscgolf
8. 8. Appendices
8.1 Technical Specifications for Installation of Tees Pads
Concrete Specifications:
• 4" minimum thickness
• 3000 PSI minimum
• 4" slump
• Approximately 1 cubic yard per each 12' x 6' x 4" tee pad.
• Use rebar or wire when building on unstable soil
Finish:
Create a very coarse finish. Most broom finishes will wear smooth within one year and will
be ineffective during wet conditions. To achieve an excellent finish, affix a weighted
Astroturf mat to a broom and drag the mat across the wet concrete. Timing is essential to
finish.
Drag the grass -like blades across the wet surface shortly after floating but before a broom
finish would normally be applied.
Two inch finished edge (optional)
Grade:
The tee pad should be essentially level from side to side.
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From front to back, the pad may slope to follow grade, but slope must not exceed 1 inch
per foot. To allow for drainage, the pad should never be perfectly level or have low areas
that will harbor water.
Pad elevation should not interfere with mowing and other maintenance operations.
Concrete Specifications ° Innova Champion, reprinted with permission.
8.2 PDGA Disc Golf Course Design Standards
Prepared by the Disc Golf Course Designers Group, December 1997
Adopted by the Professional Disc Golf Association, January 1998
Disc Golf Course Design Goals
A. Satisfy the design requirements of the people and organizations who approve use of the
land and fund the equipment for the course.
B. Design course to be safe for both players and non -players who may pass near or through
the course.
C. Design course with the potential for multiple configurations to serve not only beginners
but players with advanced skills; consistent with the budget and design needs expressed in
Goal A above.
D. Design a well balanced course with a wide range of hole lengths and a good mixture of
holes requiring controlled left, right and straight throws.
E. Utilize elevation changes and available foliage as well as possible. Take care to minimize
potential damage to foliage and reduce the chances for erosion.
Course Design Elements
SPACE:
A Community Full Service course requires up to one acre per hole. However, a Recreational
Standard course can sometimes fit 2-3 holes per acre depending on terrain.
HOLE COUNT:
Most courses are either 9 or 18 holes. There are several with 12, 24 or 27 holes. Tradition
appears to dictate that the number of holes be divisible by 3. It is better to install a well
designed, dual tee 12-hole course than it is to install a cramped, less safe 18-hole course on
the same piece of land.
LENGTH:
All courses should have at least one configuration for beginners and casual recreational
players that averages no more than 250 feet per hole (75 meters). This is a maximum of
4500 ft (1350m) for an 18-hole course or 2250 feet (675m) for a 9-holer. The preferred
length range is 3600-4300 feet (1080-1290m) for the shortest setup on an 18-hole course.
This is an average length of 200-240 feet per hole (60-73m). No hole should be shorter than
120 feet (35m) and 150 feet (45m) is the "normal" low end limit. Longer configurations are
achieved by installing alternate tees or target positions on several holes. Typical 18-hole
course setups for advanced players range from 4500-6000 feet (1350-1800m). Course
setups longer than 6000 feet (1800m) are primarily for expert players and tournament play.
There is no maximum length allowed for a hole. The longest holes in the world are about
1000 feet (305m).
HOLE NOTES:
There should be a preferred flight path to a hole. Ideally, there should be more than one
flight path (including rollers) to play several of the holes. There should not be too many
obstructions within 30 ft (10m) of each target. An obstruction should not be so imposing
that a player can not at least try to putt by stretching sideways, throwing from a low stance
or throwing over the top of or through any obstacles near a target. No player throwing from
the shortest (or only) tee on a hole should ever be "forced" to throw over water that is
normally greater than 18" deep (50cm). Have an alternate flight path (usually to the left)
that gives player the option to not cross water. Any normally dry trenches or bodies of
water under 18" deep that are regularly in play should have safe paths down and out to be
able to throw and/or retrieve discs safely.
TEES:
Hard surface tee pads of textured cement or asphalt are preferred. Recommended size is 6 ft
wide by at least 12 ft long (1.8x3m). Maximum size is 6 ft wide by 20 ft long with the back
end flaring out to 10 feet wide. If you need to conserve materials, make tee pads shorter on
short or downhill holes and longer on long holes. For example, a hard surfaced tee pad at
the top of a hill on a short hole might only need to be 8 ft long because players will just
stand at the front edge of the tee to make their throws.
Non -hard surface tee areas should be even surfaced and not contain protruding rocks or
roots. Tee areas should be level from left to right. They should not slope too sharply from
front to back. The front edge of tee area must be indicated by the front edge of a tee board
buried flush in the ground or by the imaginary line between two stakes that mark the front
edge.
Beyond the front of each tee pad should be adequate room for follow-through so a player
doesn't risk twisting an ankle, falling off a ledge or whacking their arm on a tree or sign. If
possible, provide adequate level ground for a runup behind each tee pad, especially on
longer holes. Avoid major obstructions that severely block flight path up to 20 feet in front
of tee.
On courses with alternate tees on some holes, the tees in the shorter positions should
always be better or at least equal in quality to those in longer positions. For example, avoid
designs where the long tee pads are cement and short tee pads are grass or dirt.
TARGETS:
Any well marked object, post or basket can serve as a target. Make sure targets do i4ot have
any sharp edges to injure players or damage discs. Locally fabricated targets for sale or to
be installed on public land must not violate any basket manufacturer's patents.
SIGNS:
Install a rules sign prominently before the first tee plus post a rules sheet on an information
board (if there is one). Signs or marker arrows near each target should indicate the direction
to next tee (as needed). Signs should indicate Out -of -Bounds boundaries and any other areas
players should avoid. The shortest tee on each hole should have permanent signs indicating
the hole number, length, teeing direction (if needed) and recreational par. Signs on shortest
tees should always be equal to or better than those at longer positions on each hole.
PAR:
Par for recreational players using the short tees should range from about 68-75 on an 18-
hole course. Many holes should be par 4s. A hole up to 200 feet (60m) is at least a par 3;
from 200-280 feet (60-85m) is a par 4; from 280-400 feet (85-125m) is a par 5. (Add 1 to
par for every additional 150 feet (45m) if needed.) Adjust par on a hole up or down if it has
a significant upslope or downslope, respectively. Since it's easier to keep score in your
head, advanced and expert players usually play all holes as par 3s (even if they rarely score
3 on long holes).
LAYOUT:
Fairways should not cross one another and should be far enough apart so errant throws are
not constantly in the wrong fairway. Fairways should not cross or be too close to public
streets, sidewalks and other busy areas where non -players congregate. Avoid hazardous
areas such as swamps and thorny or poisonous foliage. Tees and targets should be far
enough from the targets and fairways of other holes.
The tee for the first hole should be the closest to the regular parking area. The target for the
last hole should not be too far from the parking area and relatively close to the first tee. If
possible, try to locate at least one other hole in the middle of course near the parking area.
Try to minimize the amount of walking between holes (still keeping safety in mind).
Disc Golf Course Design Standards ° PDGA, reprinted with permission
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PROVE S S to N A1.
DISC GOLF
ASSOCIATION
Disc Golf and PDGA Demographics
These indicators which highlight the growth of disc golf
are taken from the PDGA database, the on-line Course Directory
at www.pdga.com , and periodic PDGA membership surveys.
Disc Golf Players:
Persons who have played disc golf:
Regular players:
PDGA members (since 1976):
Current PDGA Members:
1996 3904 2002 7638
1998 5017 2003 8304
2000 6230 2004 8575
Rate of Membership growth: 8-12% p.a.
Division: Pro 26% Amateur 69% Junior 5%
Gender: Male 92% Female 8%
PDGA Tour:
Year Events
1996 235
1997 267
1998 275
1999 334
2000 362
2001 391
2002 431
2003
2004
Entrants Pro Purse
18900 $368,800
22500 $458,100
24300 $556,100
28300 $693,300
29200 $808,900
31600 $948,200
34800 $1,084,500
500 39400 $1,160,000
603 44200 $1,316,800
Rate of Tour growth: 12-15% p.a.
7-10 million
—500000
26000
PDGA World Championships:
Year Pros Amateurs Juniors Pro Purse
1996 308 174 0 $38,100
1997 342 257 8 $43,100
1998 362 251 28 $45,000
1999 371 309 16 $50,000
2000 410 387 28 $92,640
2001 357 399 29 $64,000
2002 225 257 22 $50,535
2003 336 377 29 $75,000
2004 332 499 80 $80,740
PDGA Members - Select Indicators:
Age:
0-9 1%
10-19 6%
20-29 26%
30-39 33%
40-49 25%
Over50 9%
Household Income (US$):
0-10 000 2%
10-30 000 24%
30-50 000
50-100 000
> $100 000
30%
36%
8%
Disc Golf Courses worldwide:
1975 1 1998
1980 60 2000
1985 250 2002
1990 350 2003
1995 560 2004
Rate of Course growth: 10-12% p.a.
Courses by Country (2004):
USA
Sweden
Rest of Europe
Canada
Japan
Australia / New Zealand
Other Countries
Total
Leading US States (2004):
State
Texas
Iowa
California
Minnesota
Wisconsin
Michigan
Illinois
Colorado
North Carolina
Ohio
Florida
United States
Year
1999
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
Courses
113
94
87
87
70
68
68
57
54
49
36
PR IPESSIO NA I.
D SC GOLF
ASSOCIATION
1453
62
95
56
35
16
3
1722
850
1145
1374
1512
1722
Members Events
890 59
280 26
905 47
225 15
305 16
481 43
289 20
312 19
384 29
271 16
428 21
Championships:
Open Field Purse
66 $10,000
82 $19,955
123 $56,025
150 $56,800
163 $64,130
179 $75,573
Education:
Grade school
High school
Some college
College graduate
Advanced degree
r
1%
20%
24%
42%
13%
US Women
21
30
30
44
45
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Disc Golf is One of the World's Fastest Growing Sports
Every year more than 100 new courses are installed, and thousands of new players take up the
game. Disc golf is easy, fun, and affordable for people of all ages and skill levels. It's easy to see
why the game has become so popular. There are now more than 1,300 disc golf courses in the
U.S., and there are over 300 more courses around the world. Large metropolitan areas and small
towns alike are now installing additional courses because of public demand and the initial positive
experience of disc golf.
As you can see in the chart below, disc golf is growing at an amazing rate, especially in the past
decade. More people have become enamored with the simplicity and low maintenance benefits
that a disc golf course can add to the overall park experience.
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15. Disc golf is a low impact, economical activity that can be added to
most parks in as little as a week.
14. A disc golf course can be designed into under-utilized areas of
your facility.
13. The process of organizing and ordering everything you'll need
requires just a few easy choices.
12. Disc golf tends to decrease undesirable activity in under-utilized
areas of a park.
11. Disc golf is a sport that everyone can play, regardless -of age,
ability, or gender.
10. A single disc golf course can entertain ninety or more people at
one time.
9. Disc golf is great for those not interested in team sports, yet are
driven to compete. -
8. Disc golf is a great lifetime sport.
7. Disc golf is so much fun, you won't even realize you are exercising.
6. Disc golf attracts people from other areas of the state and country
to your park.
5. Park departments are pleasantly surprised at the volunteer spirit of
disc golfers.
4. Disc golf is easy to learn but provides a lifetime of challenge to
master.
3. Disc golf is inexpensive to play. You can start playing with a single
disc for less than $10.
2. Disc golf can be a source of revenue for a park department or a
pay -to -play facility.
...and the number one reason to build a disc golf course...
1. If you build it, they will come.
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