Investigate the future of Breese Stevens Field though a focused neighborhood planning process Determine if present uses can be better served at an alternate location Determine if neighborhood scaled athletic programming may better serve the area Investigate which portions of the facility are most significant to its historic designation; and Report to the Common Council their recommendations, including a fiscal note Breese Stevens Field Breese Stevens Field Explanation of Committee

Print Media Articles: January 1996 – September 2001 Highlights: Professional softball field Outdoor pools Historical Landmark Parking Pesticides Most widely used soccer facilities in Dane County In-line skating Sand volleyball courts Concerts Accessibility Signage Infrastructure issues Renovation issues Budget Cuts

Breese Stevens Attributes Historical Landmark Premier Soccer Complex Field of Dreams Underground sprinkler system Location

Foundation Crack Rusting steel reinforcing compromises structural integrity Water leaks encroach on electrical systems Exposed support screening within cement foundation

Foundation Crack Encourages mold Concrete continues to dissolve Lack of aesthetics

Bathrooms Flooring dissolved Inability to sanitize to meet health codes Exposed plumbing Non-ADA compliant Lack of Privacy

Bathrooms Leaking water from base of floor Antiquated plumbing Extremely dated seating Encourages mold

Peeling Paint Possible lead paint site contamination Cause/effect of mold Appeal Preservation

Announcer Booth Antiquated PA System Accessibility Not media friendly Structural instability

Bleachers Child entrapment spacing Needs painting Fiberglass benches Irritation of fiberglass on skin Lacks inclusive accessibility Inability to sanitize

Field Lights Antiquated Needs painting History shows foundations unstable (previous leaner was replaced) Deteriorating metal framework could result in catastrophic failure similar to Warner pole failure in 1988.

Stone Fence Needs Preservation Is a City landmark Foundation Vandalism Restoration

Sidewalk Uneven layout Increases accident risk – safety of large crowds Ineffective winter maintenance Cracking

Breese Stevens User Groups East High School Edgewood High School Edgewood College LaFollette High School MATCMadison Soccer Association WIAA – Home Field Facility Hispanic League KEVA – occasional use MAYSA – occasional use Historical Concert

Fiscal Impacts

Final Thoughts Develop Action Plan Remember History Appreciate diverse City Park infrastructure needs Understand User Concerns Generate Community Interest and support of future plans Ensure “community-buy in” Money