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2 7 He also noted FHA requirements for rear line fencing where housing backed up to highways . Mr . Allan Ribera illustrated the fencing concept proposed and described the objectives sought because one of the problems of the area resulted from uneven settling of the ground . He detailed how colored concrete panels had been suggested and linked together in offset patterns for the entire fencing , which would overcome irregularity from eventual sagging due to settling of ground , He stated wood 'fdncing would have to be replaced every 30-40 years , whereas this type would endure indefinitely and be less expensive in the long run , as less maintenance involved and better lasting appearance than wood fencing . He further detailed the fencing proposed as to the heights of 7 ' -8 ' designed in scale and relationship to landscaping; prelim- inary cost estimates of $ 10- =Sl2 per lineal foot, in contrast to wood fencing estimated at 6748 . He advised the Urban Design Committee had approved the pro - posed fencing and if Council concurred they were ready to proceed with this final design being made ready to go to bid . He noted the fact that besides this type of fencing had been designed for a section of 300 ' for the first subdivision housing which could be used in other model home areas where needed as an interim measure . Council was advised total cost estimates not available at this time , discussed time element for construction , if approved , etc , Mr , John Sue depicted area involved for the first design stage of neighborhood park for Dolphin Subdivision #1 and Marlin Subdivision #1 . He detailed the three design schematics made for the park area adjacent to Dolphin Subdivision with the problems arising from wind, soil salt , ground water , and particularly tweed for surveillance , Each plan design described as to use of space , orientation to adjacent area and major use by neighborhood . No restroom facilities or office space pro - posed because thought to be too small for a programmed recre - ational setup . He noted particularly how one design would in- clude their recommendation for either acquiring an additional lot by purchase or exchange of property to enlarge park area . In reply to Council concern expressed for lack of restroom facility in any type of park planned for use by children , Mr . Sue advised he agreed in principle but stated this particular park only marginal in size and more of a "green belt " type park, and restroom facilities and maintenance difficult to justify . Mr , Ribera advised that to add such facility would increase cost by some $ 8 , 000 . Council concern expressed also for total planning proposed , Mr . Ribera explained how all of their planning designs for park areas would be developed in long range for stage development phasing , and entirely up to City for final decision on prior- ity . Mr . Sue thereafter described planning design for the School site park area adjacent to Marlin Subdivision #1 , and detail- ed how area had been planned after consultation with Staff , Park and Recreation Commission , and with the School District representatives . He depicted school site placing , recreation- al building, swim pool , with variations , etc . Mr . Ribera also advised this proposed development would be finally designed for stage phasing and reviewed other developments they had so plan- ned in other areas . City Manager advised Council that up to this time City was in no manner near an agreement with the Belmont Elementary SchoolDistrict relative to joint use of this property , but Staff was continuing in an attempt to work out a plan which would be of benefit to both entities , He also advised this property had not yet been acquired by the School District for a school site , but have indicated this is the site they are interested in and will acquire by condemnation , if necessary . le 10 '69