Agenda 03/28/2017 Item #11B03/28/2017
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Recommendation to approve initial funding in the amount of $1.8 million plus a 10%
contingency amount of $180,000 for conversion of multipurpose natural turf fields to
artificial turf, authorizes staff to issue a design work order from the engineering continuing
services contract, approves the TDC Category “B” Tourism Promotion Fund (184) budget
amendments in the amount of $1.98 million, and makes a finding that this expenditure
promotes tourism.
OBJECTIVE: To provide “state-of-the-art” venues for sports tourism activities within Collier County.
CONSIDERATIONS: Hunden Strategic Partners (HSP) was contracted by Collier County in July 2016
to perform a market and needs assessment for sports and special event infrastructure throughout Colli er
County. The study identified a list of facilities that were needed throughout the County’s recreation
system. HSP assessed 28 sites including existing park sites, proposed park sites, and vacant land possibly
available for park use.
The North Collier Regional Park (NCRP) site was one of the sites evaluated and selected as a phasing
option for expansion. HSP recommended artificial turf for the multipurpose/soccer fields. A drawback of
the current natural grass soccer fields is the downtime required for rehabilitation of the fields. The natural
grass fields cannot accommodate use 100% of the time. Due to the required rest associated with natural
turf fields, events cannot be scheduled as frequently as business needs demand. Also, having artificially
turfed fields will allow for use during inclement weather conditions (non -lightning related) were playing
on natural grass fields during rainy weather further deteriorates the playing conditions and thus requires
longer rest periods.
ABB Engineering and Consulting was contracted (a work order was approved by the TDC on 08/22/16
and by the Board of County Commissioners on 09/13/16--Item # 7B2) to determine the feasibility of
converting natural grass fields to turf fields at NCRP. To accomplish this goal, a tech nical memorandum
(TM) outlined sport specific artificial turf types and the associated benefits, technical considerations,
possible consequences due to the conversion to turf field, and cost information on the various turf
alternatives (see attachment).
From this TM, it was determined that it is feasible to convert fields to artificial turf thus extending the
playability of multipurpose fields at this location.
The analysis determined that the conversion of one or more natural fields to artificial turf f ields at NCRP
would greatly benefit Collier County’s goal of increasing sports infrastructure, and as a direct result sports
tourism throughout the County. Additionally, artificial turf fields will provide increased playtime, which
is one of the main requirements. Other benefits include reduced maintenance and irrigation costs as
compared to the natural turf field. Of the five turf systems considered, the FieldTurf Revolution 360 Cool
Play option is recommended. This system is comparable in cost, will reduce field surface temperatures,
and possesses the best fiber rating as compared to the other turf system options. If approved, the Division
will solicit for specifications consistent with the FieldTurf Revolution 360 Cool Play option through
County Procurement.
ADVISORY BOARD RECOMMENDATION(S): The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
(PARAB) reviewed this item at its regularly scheduled meeting on February 16, 2017, and recommended
approval with a vote of 6-1. PARAB also recommended including a 10% contingency for an
appropriation to fund the initial two field conversion. The TDC reviewed the item at their February 27,
2017, meeting and requested that the item be continued and requested staff to provide an economic
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analysis including the cost/benefit, return on investment, etc. of the conversion. The TDC requested that
the analysis includes an estimate of revenue generated from the sports tourism events--parking fees,
admission fees, team participation fees, etc. This item will be returned and presented to the TDC at its
next regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, March 27, 2017.
ECONOMIC ANALYSIS:
The North Collier Regional Park has hosted sports tourism events since its opening in 2006. In FY 16, the
Park hosted 37 events for a total economic impact of $11 million dollars and direct spending from these
events of $7 million. With a conservative estimate of economic impact for the eleven years of the park
being opened of $5 million dollars per year of economic impact and $3 million dollars of direct spending,
this equates to a total estimated total economic impact of $55 million and $33 million of direct spending
since the Parks inception.
The Park was originally built with impact fees at a cost of $60 million dollars. The Park serves as the
tournament and game location for local recreational leagues in addition to serving as a venue for sports
tourism events. The current operating budget of the athletics section of the park, which is utilized by
sports tourism events is $945,500 with offsetting revenues of $470,300. This results in a net contribution
from the general fund of $475,200, and during the last two years, the sports tourism staff have provided
approximately $50,000 per year to offset the operating deficit in support of the increased utilization of the
facility. Given the contribution of operating expenses at the facility during the last 11 years, the facility
has been provided to support sports tourism events with an estimate contribution of the general fund of
$5.28 million dollars with an offset of TDC funds of $100,000 at this facility.
From Sports Tourism staff’s perspective, turfing existing fields would allow for more playtime on the
fields due to less need for maintenance on artificial turf as opposed to natural grass. This, in turn, would
lead to less down-time throughout the year with the potential for more tournaments to be brought in
during the times of the year that had previously been reserved for maintenance on the fields
(summer/rainy season)
In addition, Sports Tourism staff has estimated the economic impact of the additional events that could be
accommodated through the additional capacity made available through artificial turf conversion of fields
at North Collier Regional Park. The estimate indicates that the conversion of two fields pr ovides
sufficient field capacity to allow three added tournaments that would create an additional 750 room
nights. This results in a total economic impact of $216,300 with an estimated additional Tourist
Development Tax of $5,800 and maintenance cost savings and marginal Park’s Division rental fee and
other related revenue. While the return on the two-field conversion provides break even on the original
investment in year eight, the analysis reveals a material increase in return as additional fields are
converted. Conversion of four fields will allow for six additional events with an annual economic impact
of $824,700. This combined with other marginal revenue and cost savings moves breakeven up to year
six. With conversion of all eight fields, 15 additional events are possible with an economic benefit of $4.8
million per year.
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Parks and Recreation staff is projecting that the expanded capacity at North Collier Regional Park will
generate approximately $24,600 in field rentals; $6,000 in concession revenues; and $8,500 in revenues
associated with the introduction of a summer soccer league for a total annual increase in revenue of
$39,100.
FISCAL IMPACT: The cost of converting two natural grass multipurpose fields to artificial turf is
estimated to be $1.8 million. Staff recommends including a 10% contingency making the budget for the
two-field conversion project $1.98 million. With a finding that the project promotes tourism the project
qualifies for TDC Tourism Promotion Category B funding. Accordingly, funding for the proposed Sports
Tourism related venue improvements can be provided from TDC Marketing and Promotion Fund (184)
reserves. The fund (184) reserve budget is presently $5.8 million. Budget amendments reclassifying
reserve funding into a specific project budget in a newly established TDC Project Fund will be required.
Upon conversion of these two fields conversion of another two fields will be explored by Parks and
Recreation and Tourism Division Sports Marketing staff in FY 18.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: NCRP is inventoried in the AUIR for Parks.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item is approved as to form and legality and requires a majority
vote for approval. - CMG
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board of County Commissioners approves phase one funding in the
amount of $1.8 million plus a 10% contingency of $180,000 for conversion of multipurpose natural turf
fields to artificial turf, authorizes staff to issue a design work order from the engineering continuing
services contract, approves the TDC Category “B” Tourism Promotion Fund (184) budget amendments in
the amount of $1.98 million, and makes a finding that this expenditure promotes tourism.
Prepared by: Barry Williams, Director, Parks and Recreation Division
ATTACHMENT(S)
1. North Collier Regional Park Feasibility Study 2017_02_01 Final (PDF)
2. Turf Field Cost-Chris Wedge (PDF)
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COLLIER COUNTY
Board of County Commissioners
Item Number: 11.B
Doc ID: 2737
Item Summary: Recommendation to approve initial funding in the amount of $1.8 million plus a
10% contingency amount of $180,000 for conversion of multipurpose natural turf fields to artificial turf,
authorizes staff to issue a design work order from the engineering continuing services contract, approves
the TDC Category “B” Tourism Promotion Fund (184) budget amendments in the amount of $1.98
million, and makes a finding that this expenditure promotes tourism. (Barry Williams, Parks and
Recreation, Director)
Meeting Date: 03/28/2017
Prepared by:
Title: Operations Analyst – Public Services Department
Name: Hailey Margarita Alonso
03/09/2017 4:52 PM
Submitted by:
Title: Division Director - Parks & Recreation – Parks & Recreation
Name: Barry Williams
03/09/2017 4:52 PM
Approved By:
Review:
Parks & Recreation Barry Williams Additional Reviewer Completed 03/18/2017 3:46 PM
Parks & Recreation Ilonka Washburn Additional Reviewer Completed 03/19/2017 4:01 PM
Tourism Jack Wert Additional Reviewer Completed 03/19/2017 4:16 PM
Public Services Department Joshua Hammond Additional Reviewer Completed 03/20/2017 7:19 AM
Public Services Department Hailey Margarita Alonso Level 1 Division Reviewer Completed 03/20/2017 8:19 AM
Public Services Department Steve Carnell Level 2 Division Administrator Review Completed 03/20/2017 8:31 AM
Office of Management and Budget Valerie Fleming Level 3 OMB Gatekeeper Review Completed 03/20/2017 8:49 AM
County Attorney's Office Colleen Greene Additional Reviewer Completed 03/20/2017 2:39 PM
County Attorney's Office Scott Teach Level 3 County Attorney's Office Review Completed 03/20/2017 2:47 PM
Budget and Management Office Ed Finn Additional Reviewer Completed 03/22/2017 12:02 PM
County Manager's Office Leo E. Ochs Level 4 County Manager Review Completed 03/22/2017 2:02 PM
Board of County Commissioners MaryJo Brock Meeting Pending 03/28/2017 9:00 AM
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MEMORANDUM
Date: February 2017
To: Margaret Bishop, P.E.
From: Dominick Amico, P.E.
Subject: North Collier Regional Park Field Turf Technical Memorandum
Executive Summary:
The feasibility of converting soccer fields at North Collier Regional Park (NCRP) is
addressed in this technical memorandum (TM). This TM includes the assessment of
converting natural grass soccer fields to turf fields for the primary goal of increasing
usable play time of the facilities. The analysis outlines sport specific artificial turf types
and the associated benefits, possible ramifications due to the conversion to turf field s,
and a construction cost analysis for the most robust option.
1. PROJECT OUTLINE
Hunden Strategic Partners (HSP) entered into a contract with Collier County in July 2016
to perform a market and needs assessment for sports and special event infrastruc ture
throughout Collier County. The study identified a list of facilities that were needed
throughout the County’s recreation system. HSP assessed 28 sites including existing park
sites, proposed park sites, and vacant land possibly available for this use. The North
Collier Regional Park site was one of the sites evaluated and selected as a phasing option
for a modest expansion. HSP recommended artificial turf for the multipurpose/soccer
fields. A drawback of the current natural grass soccer fields is the downtime required for
rehabilitation of the fields. The natural grass fields can’t accommodate use 100% of the
time. The goal of this technical memorandum is to assess the conversion of natural grass
fields to turf fields at NCRP. To accomplish this goal, this TM outlines sport specific
artificial turf types and the associated benefits, technical considerations, possible
consequences due to the conversion to turf field, and construction cost analysis for the
artificial turf fields.
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2. ARTIFICIAL FIELD TURF OPTIONS
Artificial turf systems are comprised of two main
components: the field turf and the sub drainage system.
The turf component is made up of the turf fibers(1), infill(2),
and a coating system(3) (see picture). The main
components of the sub drainage system are the capstone
layer, free draining base aggregate layer, geotextile fabric
liner, and the perforated collector pipe (see FieldTurf
Conceptual Drainage Plan).
The turf fiber itself mainly serves aesthetic purposes. However, a few turf fiber traits to
consider are fiber durability, resilience, temperature stability, and abrasiveness. A Fiber
Performance Index (FPI) was developed by Labosport to rate artificial turf fiber quality.
The FPI addresses these qualities through four specific tests: tear (durability), recovery
(resilience), UV (temperature stability), and feel (softness or abrasiveness). The most
important element of an artificial turf field is the infill component; it spreads between
each turf fiber forming a surface to cushion, absorb impact, and provide traction for the
players. It’s designed to provide the same biomechanical properties as a natural grass
field. Infill is the most important aspect for turf safety; it was determined that heavier infill
weight yielded less injuries. The coating system is composed of a woven polypropylene
primary backing and a urethane coating for the secondary backing. Together, these
backings hold the turf fibers in place. Two backing options currently exist for the coating
system: “traditional” burned holes and the SureLock “finger-unit” system. Selection of
the coating system plays an important role in the overall drainage of the field. The
SureLock system only coats rows of fibers leaving the remaining carpet untouched. This
SureLock system has a 40% drainage to total drainage area, whereas, the “traditional”
burned holes coating system provides less than two percent drainage to total drainage
area.
An advantage of an artificial turf field is the capability to play in all-weather conditions,
including heavy rainfall. Consequently, the sub drainage system is an important aspect
of the artificial turf field as it is responsible for removing water from the field’s surface. A
typical drainage system will consist of 6-12” thick aggregate base and 2” thick capstone
layer. Surface grades typically range from 0.5-1.5% depending on the proposed use.
Drainage system design ultimately depends on the site conditions and storm water
management requirements.
The various artificial field turf systems that are available for multipurpose/soccer fields
are outlined below. The turf fibers available are slit film, diamond ridged monof ilament,
and ridged monofilament. The infill options include crumb rubber, CoolPlay, PureFill,
and Ecosport. Fiber performance testing was performed for Revolution 360, Classis HD,
and XM6 turf fibers by Labosport. The FPI results are presented in the table below.
Turf Fiber Tear Recovery UV Feel Overall
Revolution 360 84 87 90 51 82
Classic HD 70 74 84 48 72
XM6 51 84 90 68 72
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Crumb rubber infill includes cryogenic and ambient rubber. Cryogenic rubber is
composed of ground-up recycled tires that are cryogenically frozen and shattered into
smaller smooth particles. These smooth-edged particles facilitate movement of water
through the system. Cryogenic rubber infill is the highest grade of rubber infill. Ambient
rubber is processed through a mill at ambient temperature producing jagged rubber
particles. These jagged particles provide a looser infill that can lead to infill migration.
Ambient rubber is the more cost-efficient infill as compared to cryogenic rubber.
CoolPlay is an extruded cork composite (ECC) that is 35 ͦ F cooler than traditional
sand/rubber infill systems. The ECC in the CoolPlay system is a top dressing that
replaces the top layer of crumb rubber, thereby absorbing far less heat than the other
alternatives. PureFill cork infill possesses high membrane flexibility making it a very
resistant and durable infill option. The air-filled cells within the cork provide shock
absorption and can reduce field temperatures significantly. Additionally, cork possesses
anti-microbial and anti-allergenic properties. The eco-friendly ecosport series infills
include ecomax, ecogreen, and ecogrind. This infill is composed of thermoplastic
elastomer and various other recycled materials.
3. TYPICAL FIELD SPECIFICATIONS
MULTIPURPOSE/ SOCCER FIELD TURF SYSTEM
a. FieldTurf Revolution 360
i. Fiber – Monofilament
ii. Infill
1. Top Layer - Cryogenic Rubber
2. Middle Layer - Cryogenic Rubber and Silica Sand Mix
3. Bottom Layer - Silica Sand
iii. Coating - SureLock
iv. System Weights
1. 2.5” Pile Height – 1384 oz/yd2
2. 2.25” Pile Height – 1265 oz/yd2
3. 2” Pile Height – 953 oz/yd2
b. FieldTurf Classic HD
i. Fiber – Slit Film
ii. Infill
1. Top Layer - Cryogenic Rubber
2. Middle Layer - Cryogenic Rubber and Silica Sand Mix
3. Bottom Layer - Silica Sand
iii. Coating - SureLock
iv. System Weights
1. 2.5” Pile Height – 1384 oz/yd2
2. 2.25” Pile Height – 1265 oz/yd2
3. 2” Pile Height – 953 oz/yd2
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c. FieldTurf XM6
i. Fiber – Diamond Ridged Monofilament
ii. Infill
1. Top Layer - Ambient Rubber
2. Bottom Layer - Silica Sand
iii. Coating - Solid Coating and Perforated Backing
iv. System Weights
1. 2.5” Pile Height – 1068 oz/yd2
2. 2.25” Pile Height – 922 oz/yd2
3. 2” Pile Height – 775 oz/yd2
d. FieldTurf XT
i. Fiber – Slit Film
ii. Infill
1. Top Layer- Ambient Rubber
2. Bottom Layer - Silica Sand
iii. Coating - Solid Coating and Perforated Backing
iv. System Weights
1. 2.5” Pile Height – 1069 oz/yd2
2. 2.25” Pile Height – 922 oz/yd2
3. 2” Pile Height – 775 oz/yd2
e. FieldTurf Multi40
i. Fiber
1. Ridged Monofilament
2. Slit Film
ii. Infill
1. Top Layer - Ambient Rubber or Purefill Cork or Thermoplastic
Elastomer (TPE)
2. Bottom Layer - Silica Sand
iii. Coating - Solid Coating and Perforated Backing
iv. System Weights
1. 1.6” Pile Height – 680 oz/yd2
4. TECHNICAL CONSIDERATIONS
This section outlines various consequences associated with the conversion to artificial
turf. Some technical matters to consider are possible limitations, drainage issues, field
settling, required care products and equipment, and field maintenance.
Limitations for artificial turf fields include footwear selection, temporary field lines,
fireworks, track and field events, training equipment, and bleach use. Molded cleats are
recommended for footwear selection, flat-soled shoes and steel cleats don’t provide
optimal athlete performance. Furthermore, long steel jagged cleats are not
recommended. Lime stone used for temporary field lines tend to settle into the infill and
can “gum” up the infill causing drainage issues after prolonged use. Taped temporary
lines have proved unsuccessful since they can pull out turf fibers, leave behind sticky
residue, and pose a tripping hazard. Fireworks can singe the fibers when in direct
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contact and should be avoided. Special precautions should be implemented for track
and field events including covering the field with an appropriate tarp, using a rubber tip
on the javelin, rotating landing spaces to avoid concentrated wear, and grooming the
infill after each event. Training equipment should be used off the main field of play
avoiding inlaid markings, or across the field in the directio n of the panels if used on the
main field. However, the equipment should be used with caution. Modified equipment
for synthetic systems are available. Bleach and other oxidizing agents should not be
used. Other noteworthy items that can cause damage to the field include food, gum,
sunflower seeds, glass, cigarettes, and driving stakes and other sharp objects.
An irrigation system currently exists under the soccer fields at NCRP; the system would
require removal as to not interfere with the base sub drainage system. Several retrofit
projects have left the irrigation systems in place and used the system to cool the turf.
However, the benefit of leaving the system in place may be outweighed by the risk of
damage caused to the field by irrigation system breaks and the subsequent disturbance
to the cross section in need of repair. Drainage issues and field depressions are major
concerns for an artificial turf field. Poor design, incorrect materials, improper
construction, and inadequate infrastructure of the base can cause drainage issues.
Furthermore, unstable or poor quality base soil can shift, resulting in field depressions
similar to potholes.
Artificial turf fields require maintenance and field care products to a lesser extent than
natural turf fields. The four basic maintenance operations for artificial turf fields include
brushing, aerating, raking, and sweeping. Brushing levels the top portion of infill and
should be performed every 4-6 weeks. Aerating prevents minor compaction of the infill
and should be performed no more than three times per year. Raking every 4 -6 weeks
prevents fiber matting and loosens the infill. Sweeping should be performed as needed
to remove foreign debris. This required maintenance can be accomplished through the
following approved maintenance equipment: FieldTurf Groomright, FieldTurf
Sweepright, and FieldTurf Static brush. It should be noted that specific maintenance
guidelines are established for the PureFill fields. Other periodic maintenance includes
the addition of infill to the top layer, field line and seam inspections, and weed and moss
removal. Various maintenance care products that may be necessary include scrub
detergent, static conditioner, gum remover, a depth gauge, emergency repair kit, shoe
cleaning tool, and turf bond.
5. REGULATORY ANALYSIS
From a stormwater standpoint, the proposed turf system is pervious like the existing
natural grass fields and provide several benefits from a surface water stance. The
system does not require fertilizer, eliminating the possibility of introducing Nitrogen and
Phosphorus into the water management system. Furthermore, artificial turf does not
require irrigation thus reducing the overall consumptive water use of the park. Under
heavy use, natural turf can export turbidity and suspended solids whereas the artificial
turf is stable. From a South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) perspective,
the conversion should be easily permitted if required. Therefore, field conversion from
natural to artificial turf at NCRP shouldn’t be problematic.
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From a local permitting perspective, this project would be permitted under the SDPI
(insubstantial change) process since there isn’t additional square footage under air or
an impervious percentage change. If the SFWMD requires a permit modification, this
should be completed prior to submission of the SDPI to avoid the need for an SDP
amendment.
6. COST ANALYSIS
FieldTurf’s artificial turf fields are fully warranted for eight years and typically have a life
expectancy in Florida between 10-11 years. It should be noted that the design and
construction of the sub drainage system is not included in FieldTurf’s scope of services.
Sub drainage system design is to be completed by a qualified Civil Engineer and
constructed by a qualified contractor. A preliminary construction cost analysis for two
multipurpose/soccer fields is included on the following page. The most robust option
(Cool Play) was used in the total cost estimation. Various maintenance and field care
product costs have been included as well.
In 2008, Collier County School District entered into three separate contracts for the
construction of FieldTurf Artificial Turf Athletic fields for Lely High School (LHS),
Immokalee High School (IHS), and Naples High School (NHS). Total contract costs
were $541,340, $544,187, and $546,900 per field for IHS, NHS, and LHS, respectively.
These contract costs were estimated during a severe recession (2008) and exclude
excavation and fees in the total cost. All three of the contracts included grass and sod
removal, regrading, drainage system, turf system, irrigation loop, site restoration, and
mobilization.
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Date: 2/1/2017
Construction for Two Multipurpose/Soccer Fields
DESCRIPTION QUANTITY UNIT UNIT COST $SUB TOTAL $
FieldTurf CoolPlay Artificial Turf & Sub Drainage System Installation 1 LS $750,000.00 $750,000
3% Discount for Second Field 1 LS $727,500.00 $727,500
*Sales tax, logos, custom colors, engineering testing not included
Sub-Total (Cool Play)$1,477,500
Design/Permit 1 7% of Sub Total $103,425 $103,425
Permits/Review Fees 1 4% of Sub Total $59,100 $59,100
Sub-Total $1,640,025
$328,005
Total (Cool Play) $1,805,505
Multipurpose/Soccer Field Accessory Items
FieldTurf Groomright 1 EA $5,000.00 $5,000.00
FieldTurf Sweepright 1 EA $1,750.00 $1,750.00
FieldTurf 7’ Static Brush 1 EA $3,500.00 $3,500.00
Scrub Detergent 1 GAL $20.00 $20.00
Static Conditioner 1 GAL $20.00 $20.00
Gum Remover 1 EA $10.00 $10.00
Depth Gauge 1 EA $30.00 $30.00
Emergency Repair Kit 1 EA $250.00 $250.00
Shoe Cleaning Tool 1 EA $100.00 $100.00
Turf Bond 1 EA $100.00 $100.00
Total $10,780.00
Contingency = 20% of Total
Collier County Parks Feasibility - North Collier Regional Park
Construction Cost Analysis
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7. NATURAL FIELD VS ARTIFICIAL TURF FIELD COMPARISON
Natural Turf Field Artificial Turf Field
Surface
Temperature
Lower field temperatures as
compared to artificial turf fields.
Higher “wet bulb” temperatures
possible due to higher localized
humidity.
Higher field temperatures.
May require irrigation to cool the
field’s surface.
Irrigation system installation;
however, many new installations
do not install irrigation.
Maintenance $20,000 per year
Will require re
sodding/seeding/sprigging based
on use.
Requires fertilizer.
$5,000 per year
Maintenance typically required
every 4-6 weeks or as needed.
Available
Playtime
Reduced playtime due to turf
rehabilitation from games.
Currently, only games are allowed
at NCRP, practices are prohibited.
Playtime restricted for various
weather conditions (heavy rain
events, muddy fields).
Playtime is virtually 100% and in
almost any weather condition.
Playtime would increase and
include both practices and
games.
Downtime would consist of
minimal maintenance.
Irrigation $6,000/year for irrigating field
Requires irrigation installation and
irrigation costs.
$0/year**
**Not required. However,
irrigation costs would only exist if
implemented and when used to
cool the field.
Ponding Can have ponding. No ponding due to sub drainage
system.
Field
Restrictions
Weather, ponding, and field
recovery.
Footwear selection, temporary
field lines, fireworks, track and
field events, training equipment,
bleach use, gum, food, sunflower
seeds, glass, cigarettes, and
driving stakes and other sharp
objects.
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8. CONCLUSIONS
This analysis concludes that the conversion of one or more natural fields to artificial turf
fields at NCRP would greatly benefit Collier County’s ultimate goal of increasing sports
infrastructure throughout the County. Additionally, an artificial turf field will satisfy one of
the main requirements, increased playtime. Other benefits include reduced
maintenance and irrigation costs as compared to the natural turf field. Of the five turf
systems considered, the FieldTurf Revolution 360 Cool Play option is recommended.
This system is comparable in cost, will reduce field surface temperatures, and
possesses the best fiber rating as compared to the other turf system options.
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Kellie Fissinger
From:Wedge, Chris <Chris.Wedge@fieldturf.com>
Sent:Thursday, January 5, 2017 9:30 AM
To:Kellie Fissinger
Cc:Dominick Amico
Subject:Re: FieldTurf-North Collier Regional Park
Follow Up Flag:Follow up
Flag Status:Flagged
Ok thanks Kellie.
Based on that sizing and assuming you're performing all CE design/storm water management for submission, we would
include the following scopes of work. Note this is the assumed drainage scope of work based on the geotechnical
history we have in building in Collier county:
1. a. Demo and remove approx. / nominal 8" of existing grass and soil
b. Lasergrade & compact sub-grade
2. c. Install Mirafi 140N geotextile fabric
3. d. Furnish and Install 12"x6" concrete curbing at perimeter of field
e. Furnish and install 8” perimeter collector pipe. Tie in within turf limits
f. Install 1"x12" flat panel drains at 20' o.c.
5. g. Furnish and install 5” #57 base stone LZ grade & compact
6. h. Furnish and install 1” #89 finish stone and LZ grade
7. i. Installation of the Fieldturf CoolPlay artificial grass surface;
j. An 8 year 3rd party pre-paid insured warranty on the FieldTurf artificial grass surface;
8. k. Inlaid football, soccer, and lacrosse markings
TOTAL BUDGETARY PRICE: $742,000
If a 2nd field was built at the same time/phase, a roughly 3-5% discount would be applied to the total; roughly a
$60,000 discount. If a 2nd or more field(s) was contracted but in a different phase, there could be other cost
concessions.
Please review and lmk of any questions or issues.
Chris Wedge
Regional Sales Manager
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FieldTurf
(352) 242-7620
On Jan 4, 2017, at 3:43 PM, Kellie Fissinger <fissinger@abbinc.com> wrote:
Hi Chris,
Ok, sounds great! We assumed 85,700 sf for one turfed multipurpose/soccer field. We determined our
estimate using the Fieldturf CoolPlay option.
Thanks in advance,
Kellie
Kellie Fissinger, E.I.
Design Engineer
Agnoli, Barber & Brundage, Inc.
7400 Tamiami Trail N., Suite 200 | Naples, FL 34108
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fissinger@abbinc.com
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From: Wedge, Chris [mailto:Chris.Wedge@fieldturf.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 4, 2017 3:34 PM
To: Dominick Amico <amico@abbinc.com>
Cc: Kellie Fissinger <fissinger@abbinc.com>
Subject: Re: FieldTurf-North Collier Regional Park
Thanks Dom and that is good news!
If you can provide me square footage's of the fields, I can give you 90% accurate numbers, based on
current Florida construction and turf pricing from 2016.
Two qualifiers here: 1) we will assume that the existing grass sub – soil is sandy soil as what we have
experienced in the 5 other Collier county projects we have done and 2) if the county wants to procure
these fields using set, already-bid, cooperative purchasing unit prices, that can be done also.
Let me know on the sizes and I can get extremely accurate on the scope and total price.
Chris Wedge
Regional Sales Manager
FieldTurf
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215 Harbour Cove Way
Clermont, FL 34711
ANYTIME (352) 242-7620
On Jan 4, 2017, at 10:41 AM, Dominick Amico <amico@abbinc.com> wrote:
Chris,
We issued our report to the County a few weeks ago. Thanks for all the info. They are
real excited about getting going on this conversion work, possibly 2 this year and 2
next. I was a little leery about our cost opinions for the work, would you happen to
have any recent hard numbers regarding grass to turf conversions? The actual
construction cost numbers will determine how many they do at a time, so it’s real
important to be accurate.
Thanks
Dom
Dominick J. Amico, P.E., V.P.
Agnoli, Barber, & Brundage, Inc.
7400 Tamiami Trail North.
Naples, FL 34108
(239) 597-3111
From: "Wedge, Chris" <Chris.Wedge@fieldturf.com>
Date: Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at 8:10 PM
To: Kellie Fissinger <fissinger@abbinc.com>
Cc: Dominick Amico <amico@abbinc.com>
Subject: RE: FieldTurf-North Collier Regional Park
Kellie and Dom:
Happy new year and just offering up my availability to meet this Thurs. if you need me
to discuss any aspects of the north Collier Regional Park project. Best time would be
Thurs. late morn.
Thanks and LMK!
Chris Wedge
Regional Sales Manager
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From: Wedge, Chris
Sent: Tuesday, December 13, 2016 10:01 AM
To: 'Kellie Fissinger' <fissinger@abbinc.com>
Cc: 'Dominick Amico' <amico@abbinc.com>
Subject: RE: FieldTurf-North Collier Regional Park
Kellie (and Dom):
Please see attached sample drainage base for softball/baseball and pricing information
below. The products listed here are the ones we recommend for yours and similar
projects. These are turf materials and installation along with the sports lines. This
doesn’t include sales tax, logos, custom colors, engineering (such as GMAX or FIFA)
testing, etc. This assumes field sizing >45,000 sf however not any potential discount for
a high square footage, multiple field project. Assuming a project of 4 fields or roughly
360K sf, there would be about a 5% deduction on these prices.
Soccer/Multipurpose:
FieldTurf Revolution 360 (2.25” pile height): $4.10/sf
FieldTurf Classic HD (2.25” pile height): $4.10/sf
FieldTurf CoolPlay (using Revolution or Classic): $4.50/sf
FieldTurf XM6 (2.25” pile height): $3.40/sf
FieldTurf XT (2.25” pile height): $3.35/sf
Softball:
FieldTurf Double Play (2” Pile Height – 951 oz/yd^2): $4.05/sf
FieldTurf XT (2” Pile Height – 922 oz/yd^2)” $3.25/sf
Also if you could provide me the costs for the following accessory items, I would greatly
appreciate it!
FieldTurf Groomright: $5,000
FieldTurf Sweepright : $1,750
FieldTurf 7’ Static brush: $3,500
scrub detergent: $20/gal
static conditioner: $20/gal
gum remover: $10/can
depth gauge: $30/ea.
emergency repair kit: $250/ea.
shoe cleaning tool: $100/ea.
turf bond: $100/case
Note that the GroomRight and SweepRight are 99% of the time included, not broken
out, in our cost proposals; however the costs above are accurately captured. Other than
the static brush above, the other items here are rarely requested/sold. Also note that
the GroomRight and SweepRight are not sold/used on EACH field; one of each device
could easily take care of multiple fields.
Regarding base/stone/drainage building, it of course depends on site specific plans
determined by the survey, geotechnical data, soils, etc, however, a good budgetary
estimate for us to take each fields from provided sub-grade and to include all stone,
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drainage, pipe, concrete curbing and nailer board would be about $2.50/sf -
$2.90/sf. Engineering drawings, excavation, and removal of spoils by others in this
scenario.
Kellie – I will be in Naples and Ft. Myers this Friday – LMK if it makes sense to meet and
discuss more. I’m happy to come by.
Thanks!
Chris Wedge
Regional Sales Manager
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United States
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From: Kellie Fissinger [mailto:fissinger@abbinc.com]
Sent: Friday, December 9, 2016 3:14 PM
To: Wedge, Chris <Chris.Wedge@fieldturf.com>
Subject: RE: FieldTurf-North Collier Regional Park
Hi Chris,
Thank you for all of the information! I was hoping that you can also provide me a price
per sqft of the following turf systems (I picked the same pile heights/weights for ease of
comparison in my memorandum):
Soccer/Multipurpose:
FieldTurf Revolution 360 (2.5” pile height)
FieldTurf Classic HD (2.5” pile height)
FieldTurf XM6 (2.5” pile height)
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FieldTurf XT (2.5” pile height)
FieldTurf Multi40 (2.5” pile height)
Softball:
FieldTurf Double Play (2.25” Pile Height – 951 oz/yd^2)
FieldTurf XT (2.25” Pile Height – 922 oz/yd^2)
Also if you could provide me the costs for the following accessory items, I would greatly
appreciate it!
FieldTurf Groomright
FieldTurf Sweepright
FieldTurf Static brush
scrub detergent
static conditioner
gum remover
depth gauge
emergency repair kit
shoe cleaning tool
turf bond
Thanks in advance,
Kellie
From: Wedge, Chris [mailto:Chris.Wedge@fieldturf.com]
Sent: Wednesday, December 7, 2016 5:09 PM
To: Kellie Fissinger <fissinger@abbinc.com>
Subject: FW: FieldTurf-North Collier Regional Park
Importance: High
Kellie:
Thanks for the conversation today! I’ll try and provide some of what you are looking for
here.
As stated, I don’t have any FPI’s on competitive, non-FieldTurf products as they have not
been as quick to embrace the protocol. I’ve attached FPI analysis on our other turf
products in addition to Revolution360: XM6-57 is a monofilament, and FTHD is
Classic. Note all of these are in the 57mm or 2.25” pile height.
I have attached this year’s Penn State wear testing data which has some of the same
measurables as FPO. PSU is considered the leading authority on synthetic turf, namely
the fiber wear testing.
Fiber is largely an aesthetic function of the turf system, which of course needs to be
durable but minimally abrasive. It is the infill that is the real differentiator when it
comes to turf safety however. I’ve attached a summary pictogram based on the studies
of Dr. Michael Meyers as conducted at Montana State and Idaho St. Univ.’s that have
been published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine. The science is pretty clear:
across different field sports at different levels in different parts of the country, FieldTurf
is slightly safer than natural grass and among turf systems, the heaver the infill weight
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(greater, deeper materials) systems (FieldTurf) used, the less the amount of injuries. I
can send you greater detail on that presentation than this summary.
With Revolution360 and Classic, the infill weights are the same and identical (8.4 lbs. per
SF at this pile height). With XM6-57, it is a 2-layer system and is 6 lbs. per SF (3 lbs.
sand/3 lbs. rubber) per SF
There’s lots of information here; please let me know if you have any questions.
Chris Wedge
Regional Sales Manager
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