Human Relations & Development III

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Course Learning Outcomes for Unit III Upon completion of this unit, students should be able to:

5. Identify design and construction regulations. 6. Identify the major trends impacting the planning and management of sport facility equipment.

Reading Assignment Chapter 5: Facility Site and Design

Unit Lesson This unit takes a detailed look at the planning of facilities. Additionally, facility site selection and design are examined in more detail. As we have seen in many communities, sport facility development can be a sign of major economic development in regional and local areas. Moreover, sport has changed in the last 10 to 20 years, as a facility is no longer just about the health and well-being of consumers. These venues must also address the leisure aspect. There are so many different features and spaces in today’s sport facilities, such as the addition of more VIP seating and luxury boxes, aquatic features like swimming pools, restaurants, and hotels that make sport facilities much more varied in comparison to the past. That is why planning and design are so critical for the long-term success of the venue. Facility construction and renovation have increased as professional organizations in sport have become more competitive in recent years. This facility boom has been felt in nearly every major city in this country and has been fueled by public and private dollars. As has been seen in the example of the O.co Coliseum recently, gone are the days when numerous sports teams from different leagues would share stadiums or arenas. The National Football League’s Oakland Raiders and Major League Baseball’s Oakland Athletics are the only teams crossing professional leagues that are sharing a venue. See the article in the suggested reading section of this unit for a history of venues and numerous teams from different sports sharing them. Although it is critical to know how to run a building, the first item to address is having a building. In this unit, we will look at the process of creating and building a sport facility. The textbook does a solid job of providing an overall view of the numerous types of sport facilities that exist, and it also provides an overall view to acquaint the reader with the general steps in planning, designing, and then building a facility. Some of the current trends and issues facing sport are related to the need for new or renovated venues. For instance, many individuals are recognizing the importance of sport and recreation within their lives and making choices based on a sport and recreation lifestyle. Moreover, another trend is the need to address the needs/requirements of the “baby boomer” population in our country (Didco, & Saxby, 2007). These are just two of the issues that can justify the need for more facilities. How do managers find out if a proposal is suitable for their organizations? Before building, a feasibility study should be performed. A feasibility study should provide all the information required to make a decision to support or reject a proposal to develop a sport facility. As this decision will have long-term consequences for the community, it is important to provide a comprehensive, tangible study (Department of Sport and Recreation, 2006). Please see the article in the suggested reading with a great example of a feasibility study. Chapter 5 in the textbook focuses on how to choose the best potential site for building a new facility. It is well known how important location is in sport. The place for the event is a big part of marketing the venue, so a facility built in the wrong location can be problematic. It takes knowing what your fans want in attending a

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game or event, as well as finding the most conducive area for success of the team, knowing that no location is ever perfect. The fact is that once a facility is built, it usually cannot be moved, so location is critical (Fried, 2015). When looking for the best location, numerous locations should be examined based on variables such as size, cost, location, zoning concerns, and community impact.

A great view can make a sports facility more appealing. A nice city view can make the attendee’s experience more memorable.

(Fried, 2015)

This unit will also examine analyzing potential sites, the strengths, concerns, and the costs associated with various sites. Constructing a brand new sports venue can be a daunting challenge. That is why it is important to have the assistance of the right professionals, in this case, having an experienced architectural firm. The task of planning and design should be left to professional, experienced design and construction companies. It is important to understand that the sport facility business has many experienced architects and consultants who specialize in the design of athletic facilities. These services typically include soil testing, site evaluation, permitting, and planning and design. The effective sport facility planner will look at applicable laws and will also look for an environmentally sound location when selecting a site. With very strict state and federal laws affecting land use, some facility sites may not be appropriate because of environmental concerns. Moreover, expenses for making the site functional need to be analyzed. The addition of any new road construction and utilities can be costly. Lastly, the actual expected cost for completing the planned construction on a site should be thoroughly examined. After this analysis has been completed, a site is chosen and a facility is designed. This process can be very time consuming. However, getting all of the facts helps any sport facility planner to find the right site for the facility he or she wants to build (Fried, 2015). When getting all of the facts (as well as looking at the associated costs with gaining a site), it is important to know how your decision could impact people in the community. One example that has caused tension in the Latino community of Los Angeles involves the use of eminent domain to acquire the land for the construction of Dodger Stadium in the late 1950s to lure the Dodgers away from Brooklyn. Many long-time Latino residents were left homeless, leaving a bitter taste in the mouths of many to this day. There is a article in the suggested readings section of this unit with other examples of the use of eminent domain. Prior to completing the reading assignments for the unit, please watch this video from Columbia Southern University faculty member, Dr. Tim Rice. The video addresses the unit’s assignments and provides additional information pertinent to the unit. Click here to watch the Unit III video, or you may navigate to:

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Rice, T. (2015, July 16) Unit III Sport Facilities Overview [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75-mGP47lMI

To turn on closed captioning in the video, click the captions icon at the bottom of the video. Click here to access a transcript of the Unit III video.

References

Didco, R., & Saxby, B. (2007). Feasibility study guide: Sport and recreation facilities (2nd ed.). Retrieved from http://www.dsr.wa.gov.au/docs/default-source/file-support-and-advice/file-facilitiy- management/feasibility-study-guide.pdf

Fried, G. (2015). Managing sports facilities (3rd ed.). Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.

Suggested Reading This short video will provide more information about considerations when designing a facility, as described by sports management professionals. If you are interested in this topic, go to the website below to watch the video. Human Kinetics. (n.d.) Chapter 5 [Video file]. Retrieved from

http://videos.humankinetics.com/services/player/bcpid4169931208001?bckey=AQ~~,AAAA0gHQG- E~,UzAFL1pLzn7kiAcIy-aBK7yAb0swv0Ks

Go to the website below for an article about eminent domain issues involving the Chavez Ravine. Take a few moments to read this article to learn about a real-life situation dealing with eminent domain. Mechner, N., & Normack, D. (n.d.). Chavez Ravine: A Los Angeles story. Retrieved from

http://www.pbs.org/independentlens/chavezravine/cr.html See this article for a solid example of a feasibility study. Didco, R., & Saxby, B. (2007). Feasibility study guide: Sport and recreation facilities (2nd ed.). Retrieved from

http://www.dsr.wa.gov.au/docs/default-source/file-support-and-advice/file-facilitiy- management/feasibility-study-guide.pdf

This article is about another more recent feasibility study. Environmental Planning and Design, LLC & Lennon, Smith, Souleret Engineering, Inc. (2011). Beaver area

indoor recreation center feasibility study. Retrieved from http://www.dcnr.pa.gov/cs/groups/public/documents/document/dcnr_004970.pdf

The article below was mentioned in the unit lesson. To learn about ten cities that used eminent domain to acquire land for sports stadiums, read the article below. Sandefer, D. (n.d.). Foul ball: Ten cities that used eminent domain for sports stadiums. Retrieved from

http://ij.org/action-post/foul-ball-ten-cities-that-used-eminent-domain-for-sports-stadiums/ Read the article below that was mentioned in the unit lesson about stadiums that are shared by multiple teams. McKillop, A. (2013). Stadiums pro football and major league baseball have shared. Retrieved from

http://www.footballgeography.com/pro-football-and-major-league-baseball-sharing-stadiums/

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Learning Activities (Nongraded) As part of the Unit IV assignment, you will be asked to visit a sport facility, identify different aspects of the facility, and write a paper based on the visit. The specific requirements of the assignment will be explained in more detail in the next unit. Please begin thinking of a facility in your local area that you can visit to complete this assignment in the next unit. It may be a good idea to go ahead and schedule the visit so that you have ample time to complete your paper. If you are deployed military or have another situation that does not allow you to make a facility visit, you will be asked to locate a virtual facility tour online. If this situation applies to you, please begin researching to find a virtual facility tour. Nongraded Learning Activities are provided to aid students in their course of study. You do not have to submit them. If you have questions, contact your instructor for further guidance and information.