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STAFF REPORT
CITY COUNCIL
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Agenda Item 5.5
DATE: December 16, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Colleen Tribby, City Manager
SUBJECT:
Selection of Names of Two New Parks within the Francis Ranch
Development
Prepared by: Bridget Amaya, Assistant Parks & Community Services
Director
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The City Council will select the names of the two new neighborhood parks located in the
Francis Ranch Development.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Confirm Poppy Meadow Park as the name of the northern park and Wild Wind Park as the
name of the southern park in the Francis Ranch Development.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None.
DESCRIPTION:
The Francis Ranch Development (formerly known as East Ranch) is located north of Interstate
580, east of Fallon Road and the Jordan Ranch development, south of the Positano
development, and adjacent to the City’s eastern boundary. The development includes six
neighborhoods and two public parks totaling 11 acres. The developer collaborated with Staff to
facilitate the design and construction of two new 5.5-acre parks, the northern park and the
southern park. Following community input and public meetings, conceptual designs were
presented to the Parks and Community Services Commission on November 18, 2024, and
subsequently, approved by the City Council on December 3, 2024. The approved designs are
provided as Attachment 1. Construction is slated to begin in January 2026 with tentative park
openings scheduled for winter 2027.
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The northern park will include the following amenities:
Reservable picnic area with shade elements and BBQ
Fitness stations
Playgrounds for ages 2 to 5 Years and 5 to 12 years
Dog park
Meditation garden
Grass area for free play
Interior pathways for circulation and exercise
Restroom
The southern park will include the following amenities:
One multi-use court (one tennis court with an overlay of four pickleball courts)
One basketball court
Two bocce ball courts
Reservable picnic area with shade elements and BBQ
Playgrounds for ages 2 to 5 Years and 5 to 12 years
Pollinator garden
Grass area for free play
Interior pathways for circulation and exercise
Restroom
Public Input and Naming Process
Per the City’s Park Naming policy, community members are invited to suggest names for new
park sites, after which the top-ranked names are presented to the Parks and Community
Services Commission for consideration and recommendation to the City Council. The policy
outlines that park names should generally reflect:
Geographic location and characteristics
Landscaping, topography, natural features
Design amenities or features
Historical significance
Recognition of a significant contributor to the advan cement of the City
That the land or area is traditionally known as...
The adjoining neighborhood, area, or street
To gather input, Staff conducted a two-phase online survey process.
Phase One: Open-Ended Survey (May 23-June 13, 2025)
The first survey invited residents to submit ideas based on park design themes and local
history. It was promoted through the City’s website, newsflash features, the Dublin Digest,
social media, and the Mayor’s Report video. Each of 122 total participants submitted up to
three names per park. The survey provided background information to guide respondents,
including:
Park Themes
North Park: Exploration of California
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South Park: Exploration of the Bay Area
Historical Context - The land where the new parks will be built was once owned by the
Croak family, early Irish-American settlers who arrived in the U.S. in the late 1860s and
purchased farmland in 1874 near what is now Croak Road.
Inspirational Elements – Local flora (e.g., poppy, lilac, oak), California and Bay Area
geography, and exploration themes
Design amenities – features from the approved conceptual designs for each park.
Phase Two: Combination Survey (October 9-October 26, 2025)
Based on Phase One results, Staff identified standout name pairings that reflected both the
provided guidance and a cohesive relationship between the two parks. These combinations
were presented in a second survey, asking participants to select their preferred pairing or
submit alternate combinations. Attachment 2 provides a description of these name pairings. A
total of 127 responses were received. The following table displays the outcome of the survey:
TABLE 1: NORTHERN AND SOUTHERN PARK NAME SURVEY RESULTS
Northern & Southern Park Names Response Percent Response Count
Poppy Meadow Park & Wild Wind Park 34% 43
Golden Eagle Ridge & Gray Fox Hollow 20% 25
Wildflower Ridge & Croak Commons 15% 19
Golden Horizon Park & Oak Vale Park 13% 17
Golden Poppy Park & Colinas Doradas Park 10% 13
Golden Bloom Park & Croak Summit 8% 10
100% 127
The following additional name combinations suggested by respondents are included below:
Wildflower Ridge & Wild Wind Park
Croak Commons & Croak Summit
Golden Horizon Park & Croak Summit
Golden Poppy Park & Gray Fox Hollow
Golden Horizon Park & Wild Wind Park
Golden Poppy Park & Croak Commons
Colinas Doradas & Croak Commons
Wildflower Ridge & Croak Summit
Poppy Meadow Park & Wildflower Ridge
Golden Poppy Park & Wild Wind Park
Poppy Meadow Park & Gray Fox Hollow
Golden Bloom Park and Colinas Doradas Park
From these names, the Parks and Community Services Commission recommend ed to the City
Council that the northern park be named Poppy Meadow Park and the southern park be
named Wild Wind Park.
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STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
The City Council Agenda was posted, and the Francis Ranch Developer was provided with a
copy of the Staff Report.
ATTACHMENTS:
1) City Council Approved Conceptual Park Designs
2) Park Name Combination Descriptions
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PROJEC T NAME LOCATION, CALIFORNIAFRANCIS RANCH PARKS DUBLIN, CALIFORNIA
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Walkways and Trails
Restroom w/Drinking Fountain
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Dog Park
Ornamental Fence
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Fitness Equipment
Park Sign
BBQ Area
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Flex Space
Meditation Garden
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Drycreek Arroyo
Walkways and Trails
Restroom w/Drinking Fountain
Shade Structure
Bocce Courts (2)
Basketball Full Size Court
Tennis Courts () + Pickleball Courts (4)
Pollinator Garden
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Park Sign
BBQ Area
Overlook
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Attachment 2
Park Name Combination Descriptions
Golden Poppy Park (North) & Colinas Doradas Park (South)
Golden Poppy Park: California state flower; botanical heritage. Colinas Doradas
Park: “Golden Hills” in Spanish; complements the “golden” theme and reflects Bay
Area topography. Connection: Both names share the “golden” theme and
botanical/topographic imagery, creating a visually and conceptually unified pairing.
Poppy Meadow Park (North) & Wild Wind Park (South)
Poppy Meadow Park: Celebrates California’s state flower and the natural beauty of
open grasslands. “Meadow” reflects the park’s bright, colorful, and welcoming
landscape, symbolizing community, renewal, and connection to nature. Wild Wind
Park: Draws inspiration from Dublin’s naturally breezy environment, where steady
winds are a defining feature of the local landscape. “Wild Wind” captures that
movement and energy, symbolizing freedom and the untamed spirit of the
outdoors. Connection: Together, the North park highlights color, openness, and
California heritage, while the South park embraces Dublin’s characteristic wind and
sense of motion. The names balance vibrancy and energy, celebrating the city’s
natural elements and unique local character.
Golden Eagle Ridge Park (North) & Gray Fox Hollow (South)
Golden Eagle Ridge Park: California state bird, symbolizes freedom and vision;
“Ridge” reflects topography. Gray Fox Hollow: Local wildlife, tucked-away valley;
evokes exploration, serenity, and natural Bay Area landscape. Connection: Both
names emphasize wildlife and natural topography, creating a cohesive North/South
nature and exploration theme.
Golden Bloom Park (North) & Croak Summit (South)
Celebrates California’s natural beauty and vibrant wildflowers. “Golden” connects to
the state’s nickname and symbolizes warmth and optimism. “Bloom” evokes
seasonal color, growth, and renewal. Croak Summit Park (South): Honors the
Croak family’s local legacy and ties to Dublin’s history. “Summit” suggests elevation
in the Dublin hills and vision. Connection: The North park evokes color, light, and
renewal, while the South park grounds the pair in heritage, pride, and perspective,
creating a meaningful connection between Dublin’s natural and historical roots.
Golden Horizon Park (North) & Oak Vale Park (South)
Golden Horizon Park: Suggests the warm glow of California sunlight. “Golden”
reflects both natural beauty and California’s nickname as the Golden State,
symbolizing vibrancy and discovery. Oak Vale Park: Honors the strength and
longevity of native
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oak trees, a defining part of California’s natural heritage. The word “Vale” (valley)
adds a poetic quality, suggesting a grounded, serene retreat. Connection: The
North park emphasizes light, openness, and inspiration, while the South park
conveys rootedness and heritage. The names complement each other, uniting
discovery and serenity into a cohesive theme.
Wildflower Ridge Park (North) & Croak Commons (South)
Wildflower Ridge: Celebrates California native wildflowers and ridge topography;
exploration and natural beauty. Croak Commons: Honors the Croak family;
emphasizes community gathering space. Connection: The North park embodies
nature, color, and exploration, while the South park represents heritage, community,
and togetherness. The names balance natural beauty and local history, creating a
unified theme that celebrates both Dublin’s landscape and its roots.
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