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Brentwood committee agrees to draft RFP for a beer‑garden proof‑of‑concept in city park
Summary
Parks staff presented three procurement paths for a beer garden — partnership development, city-built shell leased to a vendor, or a vendor-provided temporary facility — and the committee instructed staff to draft an RFP for a proof-of-concept and return next month with a proposal and a cost ballpark for design/parking implications.
Parks staff told the committee they are preparing options for a beer-garden amenity in the new Brentwood park and recommended three procurement approaches: partner with a vendor to share upfront costs, build a city shell and lease it, or solicit vendors who bring their own temporary facilities as a proof-of-concept.
Staff said Rockwell (a vendor referenced in the discussion) has approached the city and could be interested in participating. Committee members and staff discussed Master Plan alignment, parking capacity, design aesthetics (brick-and-mortar versus shipping-container or temporary structures), capital and operating budgets, and whether a smaller proof-of-concept would be a prudent first step.
Several members emphasized that permanent parking solutions and the Master Plan should guide timing. Parks staff proposed drafting an RFP to test interest for the 2025 park season and to consider having a vendor bring a temporary facility or food truck for a limited run. Staff also said they could request a ballpark cost estimate from Navigate to inform whether a brick-and-mortar approach is feasible in future budgets.
The committee did not commit capital funds at the meeting. Members signaled support for proceeding with a draft RFP focused on a proof-of-concept and asked staff to return next month with a draft RFP and preliminary cost guidance.
