• Please advise how I can track any upcoming golf projects - we do golf clubhouses for municipalities and private developers. Should I send qualifications to you/the City and check back in a few months?
  
  
• Will the existing golf course have any architectural renovation or new construction at the existing clubhouse?
  
  
• Do you anticipate any other community centers/recreation facilities (gymnasiums, etc.) any where in the Great Park that the City might develop?
  
  
• Page 6 of the RFI (under FAQs), under the question Who will pay for Great Park construction, the last line says "This is discussed further in elsewhere in this RFI".  
  
  I think I’ve read the RFI thoroughly, and can not find any informative discussion elsewhere in the RFI.  I did find the part that asks the developer to propose and answer to this question, but have heard on many occasions that there is partial funding available for the capital improvements.  I certainly understand that no taxpayer money is available (or necessary, in the right project).
  
  Is there any guidance as to what funding is available to partially cover the construction cost of the sports park?  Where is the "discussed further"?
  
  
• Will the OCGP Corporation or Board be able to provide any direction or input regarding the development of Lifelong Learning Center, what uses are included, and how it integrates/interfaces with the Sports Park?
  
  
• We are very impressed with the members of the Design Team and think it makes sense to engage them either individually or as a group on certain aspects of the Sports Park design, particularly the integration with the rest of the site.  Is this something we can propose?  
  
  
• Are there any evaluation criteria that either weight or favor local Orange County team members?
  
  
• there be any traffic or environmental studies conducted/required as a part of the development process, or will the uses fall under the existing Master EIR?
  
  
• Is the OCGP Corporation and/ or Board Great Park open to a true joint venture in the revenue or profit sharing sense or is the expectation to receive a fixed return?
  
  
• What is the total size (square footage) of retail uses currently proposed/entitled for the surrounding areas in the Lifelong Learning Center (LLC) and the TOD?
  
  
• Are there any available maps showing the location of well fields/well heads?  What limitations are there regarding construction of structures over the well heads?  
  
  
• I have a copy of the April 27, 2006 Griffin Task II Report.  Where can I find the Task I Report?
  
  
• I understand that Lennar’s most recent request for changes in density, etc, will be heard at City Council in September.  I also understand the concept was presented in July at Committee.  Is there a staff report or power point available on this topic from the Committee hearing?
  
  
• How much money has been collected from Lennar to date for the Great Park, how much more is anticipated to come in through the recently requested changes, and how much has been programmed (potentially) for construction of the Sports Park?
  
  
• Regarding the format for our response, do you prefer a question by question response or more of a narrative covering all topics? 
  
  
• Has the OCGP Corporation, Board or City of Irvine established any policies or Municipal Code limitations regarding alcohol sales/consumption within the Sports Park or the OCGP as a whole? (This topic could cover a number of issues, but our question is focused on the retail/food service component - you have created a very unique program, but it is still within a public park.)
  
  
• Where can I download the Sports Park Pre-Submittal Meeting Q&A Transcript (August 21, 2006)?
  
  
• Is this area (Area F5) the only area that would be under consideration for an organization such as ours, or are there other areas that could potentially house our services (e.g. near or within the field house)?
  
  
• Would we be working with a potential developer to lease space, required to build our own facility, or some other alternative?
  
  
• Are there any special requirements or restrictions you place on commercial establishments like ours relative to becoming a part of the Sports Complex?
  
  

Please advise how I can track any upcoming golf projects - we do golf clubhouses for municipalities and private developers. Should I send qualifications to you/the City and check back in a few months?


You may send your information to Rod Cooper, Manager of Operations, Orange County Great Park Corporation at P.O. Box 19575 Irvine, CA 92623-9575.  Telephone: 949-724-7426.  Fax: 949-724-7407. You should be aware that the Great Park Corporation has no plans, other than those described below, for golf course operations or development.

Will the existing golf course have any architectural renovation or new construction at the existing clubhouse?


The existing golf course is owned by Lennar Corporation.  We understand they plan to renovate this course and build a new clubhouse and a second course beside the existing one.  Lennar has made a proposal to the City of Irvine, a part of which includes transferring the existing course to the Great Park after renovation. A final decision is on the proposal is several months in the future.  At this time, the City has no control over the golf course renovation project.

Do you anticipate any other community centers/recreation facilities (gymnasiums, etc.) any where in the Great Park that the City might develop?


As explained in the RFI, the Orange County Great Park Corporation is planning to include the Sports Parks in the Park Master Plan.  It is anticipated that the Sports Park will include community centers and other recreation facilities.  No decision has been made at this time whether these facilities will be developed by the Corporation/City or the private sector.   In addition, Lennar will be obligated through the City’s development review process to build neighborhood parks.  The facilities to be included within those parks will be negotiated between the City and Lennar.

Page 6 of the RFI (under FAQs), under the question Who will pay for Great Park construction, the last line says "This is discussed further in elsewhere in this RFI".  

I think I’ve read the RFI thoroughly, and can not find any informative discussion elsewhere in the RFI.  I did find the part that asks the developer to propose and answer to this question, but have heard on many occasions that there is partial funding available for the capital improvements.  I certainly understand that no taxpayer money is available (or necessary, in the right project).

Is there any guidance as to what funding is available to partially cover the construction cost of the sports park?  Where is the "discussed further"?


There are several places in the RFI and in the referenced Needs Assessment and Financial Analysis documents that touch on financing the Sports Park.  However, the question of "Who will pay for Great Park construction?" is a broad issue.  For this response, we are limiting ourselves to the Sports Park component.  

The Sports Park is currently expected to contain various pieces and elements, some of which the Board may desire to include and which are not part of any private vendor’s proposal (including elements that are not financially viable by themselves but serve the goals of inclusion, such as a walking, jogging track accessible to seniors, disabled persons, and others).  The Corporation may consider constructing such a component on its own, but this is not yet decided, and will depend in part on the results of the current RFI process.  

As to who pays for the construction of the vendor proposed areas, this is something that we are seeking in the RFI, as we ask for vendors’ approach statements.  There are many financial mechanisms that may be considered and proposed by any Vendor.  The results must in the long run be no less than cost neutral to the Corporation, and the park land must remain in public ownership. 

Will the OCGP Corporation or Board be able to provide any direction or input regarding the development of Lifelong Learning Center, what uses are included, and how it integrates/interfaces with the Sports Park?


The Life Long Learning District will be developed by the private landowner, Lennar/LNR. You can contact their offices via email www.heritagefields.com or by calling Joan Schneidermann (949) 784-4221.

How the Life Long Learning District integrates with the Sports Park will begin to be addressed in the Preliminary Park Master Plan. The Master Plan will not be available until it’s presented to the Great Park Board of Directors on October 12th. We anticipate an evolving process in which the Sports Park design will be coordinated with Lennar’s design.  We intend to build on their street alignments for access and hope to take advantage of shared parking opportunities wherever possible.

We are very impressed with the members of the Design Team and think it makes sense to engage them either individually or as a group on certain aspects of the Sports Park design, particularly the integration with the rest of the site.  Is this something we can propose?  


Not at this time. Once the Request for Proposals (RFP) process is completed, the successful team or teams will have access to the Design Team. Until then, your contact is limited to the Corporation staff.

Are there any evaluation criteria that either weight or favor local Orange County team members?


The Corporation is looking for the team or teams whose proposals best fit the vision and purpose of the Sports Park as articulated by Orange County residents through our extensive public outreach efforts. At this time, we do not anticipate weighting the evaluation criteria for the purpose you describe.

there be any traffic or environmental studies conducted/required as a part of the development process, or will the uses fall under the existing Master EIR?


The Sports Park was address in the adopted FEIR for the Great Park.  Designated as Planning Analysis Area 12, the Sports Park was anticipated to contain 26,000 square feet for private development and generate approximately 6,900 ADT.  Although this is the framework that is being utilized in the Park Master Plan, the Corporation anticipates that additional environmental evaluation will be necessary as the details of the Sports Park become clearer.

Is the OCGP Corporation and/ or Board Great Park open to a true joint venture in the revenue or profit sharing sense or is the expectation to receive a fixed return?


At this point the Corporation is open to any and all suggestions.

What is the total size (square footage) of retail uses currently proposed/entitled for the surrounding areas in the Lifelong Learning Center (LLC) and the TOD?


LLC    225,000 square feet

TOD    75,000 square feet

Are there any available maps showing the location of well fields/well heads?  What limitations are there regarding construction of structures over the well heads?  


The Navy has been provided a map posted under "latest Downloads" showing the location of well sites.  In discussions with the Navy, the Corporation has anticipated that the Sports Park design would respect the well field layout and "build around" existing conditions.  Were a respondent to suggest a different approach, the Corporation would anticipate that the cost to relocate or modify wells would be borne by the Sports Park developer.

I have a copy of the April 27, 2006 Griffin Task II Report.  Where can I find the Task I Report?


The Task 1 Report is posted on the website under "Latest Downloads".

I understand that Lennar’s most recent request for changes in density, etc, will be heard at City Council in September.  I also understand the concept was presented in July at Committee.  Is there a staff report or power point available on this topic from the Committee hearing?


Lennar will make a presentation to the City Council in September but it will not be a public hearing.  The City Council is expected to give staff direction on how to proceed with evaluating the proposed changes.

You can visit the "Board meeting" portion of the website and review the July 27th meeting where Mayor Krom reviewed her presentation to the City Council on Lennar’s proposed amendment.

How much money has been collected from Lennar to date for the Great Park, how much more is anticipated to come in through the recently requested changes, and how much has been programmed (potentially) for construction of the Sports Park?


To date, Lennar has paid the City of Irvine $133 million of the $200 million owed in Development Agreement fees. Lennar will also provide $201 million in Community Fund District bond proceeds for the development of backbone infrastructure facilities. No money is specifically targeted for construction of the Sports Park. Money from the Development Agreement fees will be used to construct the Great Park (including the Sports Park).

Regarding the format for our response, do you prefer a question by question response or more of a narrative covering all topics? 


We prefer that you respond question by question; you can embellish in the narrative.

Has the OCGP Corporation, Board or City of Irvine established any policies or Municipal Code limitations regarding alcohol sales/consumption within the Sports Park or the OCGP as a whole? (This topic could cover a number of issues, but our question is focused on the retail/food service component - you have created a very unique program, but it is still within a public park.)


The City of Irvine’s Facility Reservation and Fee Policy has a section on "Alcohol Use" in City facilities. (You can find the entire policy on the City of Irvine website www.cityofirvine.org). Essentially all alcohol use on City property is regulated through a permitting process.  We anticipate that alcohol use may be permitted in certain facilities within the Great Park.

Where can I download the Sports Park Pre-Submittal Meeting Q&A Transcript (August 21, 2006)?


The file is available for download in PDF format (see link below):

Download Q&A Transcript

Is this area (Area F5) the only area that would be under consideration for an organization such as ours, or are there other areas that could potentially house our services (e.g. near or within the field house)?


You may suggest other areas.

Would we be working with a potential developer to lease space, required to build our own facility, or some other alternative?


As stated in the RFI, we are open to looking at any number of alternatives. We are asking that you tell us what you would like to do.

Are there any special requirements or restrictions you place on commercial establishments like ours relative to becoming a part of the Sports Complex?


At this point in time we are looking at the broadest range of potential uses in the Sports Park.