Lucchesi Turf Field
Introduction
Lucchesi Park is home to a regulation-sized all-weather synthetic multi-use soccer/lacrosse field that is a popular destination for community sports groups due to its year-round access and lighting. On any given day, you can see youth and adult soccer, lacrosse, ultimate frisbee, and/or specialty camps enjoying the space.
Fun fact: Measuring 120 x 80 yards, Lucchesi field is 15-20 yards wider than a standard regulation high school field, offering a unique playing space in Sonoma County for recreational and competitive sports alike.
Current Condition
This well-used field is made of synthetic turf which was first installed in 2000 and resurfaced in 2010. The field has gone beyond its 10-year lifecycle and needs replacement.
Short Term Repairs - October 2024
Monday 10/7/24 through Wednesday 10/9/24, repairs will be made to the Lucchesi multi-use synthetic soccer and lacrosse field by the original installer, FieldTurf. Specialized equipment will be on site throughout the day, repairing and replacing surface holes, patching high use areas of the turf (such as the goal box, penalty areas, and lacrosse crease). FieldTurf crews will also be sweeping the field and removing any excess material.
We are hopeful these repairs will provide some improvements to playability in the short term as we prepare to present a variety of longer term options for replacement of the existing field, with a tentative date of presenting to the City Council on Nov 18, 2024.
We encourage community members and users interested in the status of the Lucchesi Turf replacement project to sign up to receive updates using the form on this webpage and engage in the conversation. Please make sure to have joined our email list and thank you in advance for your patience.
Importance of Replacement
To provide the community with access to a high-quality field that can be used year-round and for all-day play, a field replacement is required. To ensure a replacement project meet the needs of the community, we’re are focused on making improvements to the following areas:
- Safety
- Quality
- Access
Options for Field Replacement
There are many options available to replace the current turf – the top 2 being high quality all-weather synthetic turf or natural grass. We are currently exploring these options and working with our community to find the solution that best suits the individual needs of Petaluma’s field users - now and into the future.
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Presentation at the August 16 Recreation, Music, & Parks Commission Meeting
Thanks to those who joined us at the Recreation, Music, & Parks Commission meeting on Wednesday August 16. City staff presented their findings on turf options, including the community feedback received, to the Commission. The Commission voted not to support staff's recommendation for an all-weather field replacement. Staff has taken the Commission's feedback into consideration and is updating their recommended options to include alternative field types. Staff will be presenting updated recommendations to the community in early 2024. Please sign up for project updates to stay informed of next steps.
Community Survey
We invited our community to share what they feel is important when it comes to Lucchesi and other playing fields in Petaluma. The survey was open from April - July, 2023 and received over 500 responses from the community! We analyzed the data collected and presented our findings at the August 16 meeting of the Recreation, Music, & Parks Commission.
Watch Recordings of Past Community Meetings
Want to learn more about the Lucchesi Turf Field Replacement project and help shape the future of playing fields in Petaluma? Please feel free to watch the following recordings of our past Community Meetings.
Climate Action Commission Meeting Recording - Thursday, April 13
Recreation, Music, and Parks Commission Meeting Recording - Wednesday, May 17
Project Manager
Josh Minshall, Senior Civil Engineer
707-776-3785
[email protected]
Project Location
Lucchesi Park
Timeline/Project Status
In Planning Stage
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