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City plans Hampton Field turf replacement with FieldTurf; installation aimed for mid‑August
Summary
Staff described inspections and contract negotiations for Hampton Field's synthetic turf replacement, citing consultant Bob Milano and a target mid‑August install window (approx. August 17) with a two‑week onsite schedule and negotiated warranty coverage for select wear areas.
The Recreation Commission reviewed plans for replacing Hampton Field’s synthetic turf and heard details of the vendor selection and technical inspection. Staff said they are negotiating a purchasing agreement with FieldTurf and enlisted consultant Bob Milano to examine existing turf construction; Milano found the base and conditioning pads in good shape but recommended removing, inspecting and reinstalling pads and subgrade material before relaying new turf.
“FieldTurf is a Canadian based company that does fields all over the world,” the Presenter said during the briefing. The Presenter said the contractor expects a two‑week install once materials arrive, and staff are “shooting for August 17” for on‑site work. The team is negotiating warranty terms to provide limited coverage for high‑wear spots (home plate and immediate wear areas) beyond standard exclusions.
Commissioners asked technical questions about discrete wear‑area replacement and what happens to removed turf. The Presenter said wear areas can be cut and spliced to match patterns, but multiple seams are a practical concern; for disposal and reuse, prior legal/contract constraints can preclude broad repurposing, though the city could retain small souvenir pieces or explore limited recycling. No contract was signed in the meeting; staff said they will bring the proposal to city council once insurance and contract terms are finalized.
The discussion also covered drainage tests at Hampton, which staff said performed well, and the need to budget for staged maintenance and replacements going forward.
