Save the Grape Bowl
Lodi, CA
The Renovation
Efforts to save this historic regional facility involve three
phases. Phase I, appointing a Lodi Grape Bowl Ad Hoc Committee
to explore opportunities to determine the Grape Bowl’s fate, was
accomplished in 2006. A Steering Committee assuming a
fundraising role was then assembled. And, interim work
designed to correct some of the ADA and public safety deficiencies
has already begun. Approximately $41,000 of corrective work
will be completed for the 2007 high school graduation ceremonies and
football season.
Phase II
The work in Phase II is now underway. But its completion is
contingent upon raising approximately $1.5 million over the next
12-18 months. Seed money from the City of Lodi block grant and
San Joaquin County Board of Supervisor discretionary funds totaling
$675,000 has provided the initial impetus. The balance of the
funding, approximately $825,000, will have to come from other
sources which would include community fundraising. Phase II
renovations will address the most significant Grape Bowl disabled
accessibility issues. These improvements include providing
plans and specifications (Architectural and Engineering plans), an
alternative to the existing unsafe access ramps via a new entrance
plaza, ticket office building, elevator, disabled access restrooms
and path of travel walkways. A line item budget is available
in the City of Lodi Parks and Recreation offices, located at 125
North Stockton Street. Plans and specifications for this phase
are expected to be completed by year end 2008.
Phase III
Scheduled to occur between years 2008-2010, this phase consists
of awarding the contract and the start of construction.
Removing disabled access related barriers will enable the facility
to host more productive events. Expanded services could
include soccer, concerts, special events, cricket and many more.
Upgrading the Grape Bowl to include field improvements (e.g.
synthetic turf) and improvements to its functionality is the
ultimate goal. The estimated cost to achieve the ultimate goal
is $5 - $6 million, which should further enhance the Grape Bowl’s
use potential and preserve the long-standing tradition of this
regional facility.
Proposed Renovations
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