2024 Boating Infrastructure Tier 1 Grant Application Authorization to Submit Grant Application to Assist with Funding to Perform Maintenance Dredging at Dubuque Marina Copyrighted
September 5, 2023
City of Dubuque Consent Items # 015.
City Council Meeting
IT EM T IT LE: 2024 Boating I nfrastructure Tier 1 Grant Application Authorization to
Submit Grant Application to Assist with Funding to Perform Maintenance
Dredging at Dubuque Marina
SUM MARY: City Manager recommending City Council adopt a resolution authorizing
the filing of the application with the US Fish and Wildlife Service and
lowa Department of Natural Recourses forthe 2024 Boating
I nfrastructure Tier 1 Grant (B I G Tier 1)to assist with funding to perform
maintenance dredging at Dubuque Marina.
RESOLUTION Authorizing the filing of a GrantApplication with the U.S.
Fish And Wildlife Service and lowa Department Of Natural Recourses
for the 2024 Boating I nfrastructure Tier 1 Grant to assist with funding to
perform maintenance dredging at Dubuque Marina
SUGGESTED Suggested Disposition: Receive and File;Adopt Resolution(s)
DISPOSITION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
MVM Memo City Manager Memo
Staff Memo Staff Memo
Resolution Resolutions
Dubuque Marina Letter of Support Supporting Documentation
Tier 1 Grant Application Supporting Documentation
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FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: 2024 Boating Infrastructure Tier 1 Grant Application
Authorization to submit Grant Application to assist with funding to perform
maintenance dredging at Dubuque Marina
DATE: August 30, 2023
Assistant City Engineer Robert Schiesl is recommending City Council adopt a resolution
authorizing the filing of the application with the US Fish and Wildlife Service and lowa
Department of Natural Recourses for the 2024 Boating Infrastructure Tier 1 Grant (BIG
Tier 1) to assist with funding to perform maintenance dredging at Dubuque Marina.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council
approval.
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cc: Crenna Brumwell, City Attorney
Cori Burbach, Assistant City Manager
Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Robert Schiesl, Assistant City Engineer
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TO: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
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FROM: Robert Schiesl, Assistant City Engineer
DATE: August 29, 2023
RE: 2024 Boating Infrastructure Tier 1 Grant Application
Authorization to submit Grant Application to assist with funding to perForm
maintenance dredging at Dubuque Marina
INTRODUCTION
The attached resolution provides the authorization for the City of Dubuque to officially
submit an application to the US Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) and lowa Department
of Natural Recourses (lowa DNR) for a 2024 Boating Infrastructure Tier 1 Grant (BIG
Tier 1) to assist with funding to perform maintenance dredging at Dubuque Marina.
BACKGROUND
The Sportfishing and Boating Safety Act - BIG Tier 1 grant funding supports boating as
a popular recreational activity; there are approximately 11.8 million registered
recreational boats in the United States. Of this total, an estimated 584,000 are at least
26 feet long. The Sportfishing and Boating Safety Act of 1998 (Public Law 105-178)
established the Boating Infrastructure Grants (BIG) Program (16 U.S.C. 777g-1) to
provide funding to the 50 States, for the construction, renovation, and maintenance of
boating infrastructure facilities for transient recreational vessels at least 26 feet long that
are operated, leased, rented, or chartered primarily for pleasure.
On August 7, 2023, the City Council authorized, and staff submitted a grant application
to the US Fish and Wildlife Service and lowa Department of Natural Recourses for the
2022 Boating Infrastructure Tier 1 Grant (BIG Tier 1) to assist with funding to perForm
maintenance dredging at Dubuque Marina.
BIG TIER 1 GRANTS - DREDGING PLAN
The City is proposing a 2-phase dredging project to support the local and regional
transient boating market.
The objective and scope of work for the 2022 BIG TIER 1 Grant application that was
submitted is to perform maintenance dredging within the area shown in Figure 1, to an
approximate river bottom elevation of 586-Ft., which will provide adequate depth for
transient boats 26 feet in length or greater and will create a safe open water for
navigating vessels from the Peosta Channel to and from the marina transient docks.
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2022 BIG Tier 1 Grant Funding will be used to perform maintenance dredging within the
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City of Dubuque is proposing a 2024 BIG Tier 1 Grant Application to assist in funding to
perform maintenance dredging within the area outlined in GREEN.
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The objective and scope of work for the proposed 2024 BIG Grant funding is to continue
with the completion of maintenance dredging within the area shown in Figure 1, to an
approximate river bottom elevation of 586-Ft. This will create a larger open waterway for
navigating transient vessels from the Peosta Channel to and from the marina transient
docks and provide safe access to the existing transient dock for fuel, water, and holding
tank pump-out.
The proposed 2-phase dredging project will provide adequate depth and improved open
waterway for safely navigating transient vessels. By dredging and creating the open
waterway from the Peosta Channel to the marina transient docks, this will create
improved water flow and water circulation which will reduce the potential for future
sediment siltation within the proposed dredge location. The proposed dredged open
waterway will be more sustainable long-term and will maximize the return on the
investment of federal BIG funding with a long-term solution in providing safe harbor
access for daily and overnight transient boaters.
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT TIMELINE
DATE PROJECT DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY
March 30, 2023 Environmental Clearance, COE Regional Permit Issued
August 16 City Submittal 2024 BIG Grant Application
August 31 FWS 2024 BIG Grant TRACS Portal Submittal
90 Day Review FWS Review Period
October 1 - 31 DNR / City Prepare BIG Grant Draft Cooperative Agreement
November 29 FWS BIG Grant Award Notification
December 14 DNR Commission Meeting
Approve lowa - 2024 BIG Tier 1 (City of Dubuque)
December 18 City Approve DNR / City BIG Grant Cooperative Agreement
January 2024 City Prepare Construction Plans for Dredging
February 2024 City Complete Public Bidding Process
April - May 2024 Complete Dredging Project
June 2024 Project Close Out
December 2024 BIG Grant Close Out
2024 BIG TIER 1 GRANT - PROJECT FUNDING
The 2024 BIG Tier 1 grant application requests $300,000 (75%) in federal grant funds,
and Dubuque Marina has agreed to contribute the $100,000 (25%) local match funds
required.
Dubuque Marina has provided a letter of support, which is attached for reference.
If the City is successful in being awarded both the 2022 BIG Tier 1 and the 2024 BIG
Tier 1 grant funding, the proposed project funding is summarized as follows:
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Description Fund Amount
2022 BIG Tier 1 Grant $ 200,000.00
Private Participation — Dubuque Marina (Local Match) 117,500.00
2024 BIG Tier 1 Grant 300,000.00
Private Participation — Dubuque Marina (Local Match) 100,000.00
Total Dredge Funding $ 717,500.00
DUBUQUE MARINA FUNDING AGREEMENT
If approved, following the City submitting the 2024 BIG Tier 1 grant application, City
staff will work with the Legal Department to develop a project Funding Agreement
between the City and Dubuque Marina for providing the required local match funding. If
awarded the grant funds, the plan would be for the City Council to consider approving
and concurrently executing both the lowa DNR Grant Cooperative Agreement and the
City/ Dubuque Marina Funding Agreement at a future date.
RECOMMENDATION
I recommend that the City submit the grant application to the lowa DNR for the 2024
Boating Infrastructure Tier 1 Grant (BIG Tier 1) to assist with funding to perForm
maintenance dredging at Dubuque Marina.
ACTION TO BE TAKEN
The City Council is requested to adopt the attached resolution authorizing the filing of
the application with the US Fish and Wildlife Service and lowa Department of Natural
Recourses for the 2024 Boating Infrastructure Tier 1 Grant (BIG Tier 1) to assist with
funding to perform maintenance dredging at Dubuque Marina.
cc: Nathan Steffen, Civil Engineer
Dubuque Marina
Randall Schultz, Grant Project Manager, lowa DNR
Attachment
F:\PROJECTS\DREDGING PROJECTS\2024 Maintenance Dredge\2024 DNR BIG Grant\Council &Staff Documents
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Prepared by Robert Schiesl City of Dubuque Enpineerfiq 50 W. 13t"St. Dubuque, IA 52001 (563)589-4270
Return to Adrienne N.8reitfelder City Clerk City of Dubuque.50 W. 13`h St.Dubuque, IA 52001 (563)589-4100
RESOLUTION NO. 284-23
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A GRANT APPLICATION WITH
THE US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE AND IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL
RECOURSES FOR THE 2024 BOATING INFRASTRUCTURE TIER I GRANT TO
ASSIST WITH FUNDING TO PERFORM MAINTENANCE DREDGING AT DUBUQUE
MARINA
WHEREAS, the City completed river bottom bathometric surveys along the entire
riverfront and developed a river and harbor bottom elevation model to identify shallows
water way locations at various river stages and evaluate potential dredging needs; and
WHEREAS, based on the river bottom contour elevations, a silted in area along
Peosta Channel at the entrance to Dubuque Marina was identified; and
WHEREAS, city staff met with Dubuque Marina to review the river bottom
bathometric survey contour maps, evaluate maintenance dredging needs, and prioritize
maintenance dredging locations based on current operational challenges for safe harbor
access for recreational and transient boat navigational access; and
WHEREAS, the City is proposing a 2-phase dredging project to support the local
and regional transient boating market; and
WHEREAS, the proposed 2-phase dredging project will provide adequate depth
and improved open waterway for safely navigating transient vessels. By dredging and
creating the open waterway from the Peosta Channel to the marina transient docks, this
will create improved water flow and water circulation which will reduce the potential for
future sediment siltation within the proposed dredge location; and
WHEREAS, the proposed dredged open waterway will be more sustainable long-
term and will maximize the return on the investment of federal BIG funding with a long-
term solution in providing safe harbor access for daily and overnight transient boaters;
and
WHEREAS, the City is seeking funding through the Sportfishing and Boating
Safety Act- Boating Infrastructure Grants (BIG) Program to assist with funding to perform
maintenance dredging at Dubuque Marina; and
WHEREAS, Dubuque Marina has provided a letter of support, and has agreed to
contribute the $100,000 (25%) local match grant funds required.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF DUBUQE, IOWA, THAT:
SECTION 1. The City is hereby authorized to file the grant application with the US
Fish and Wildlife Service and Iowa Department of Natural Recourses for the 2024 Boating
Infrastructure Tier 1 Grant to assist with funding to perform maintenance dredging at
Dubuque Marina.
Passed, approved, and adopted this 5th day of September 2023.
rad e-C nagh, Mayor
Attest:
Trish L. Gleason, Assistant City Clerk
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Date: August 16, 2023
To: Dubuque City Council
From: Dubuque Marina
1201 Shiras Rve Ext
Dubuque, IA 52001
Subj: Letter of Support for City 2024 BIG Tier 1 Grant Application
Maintenance Dredging at Dubuque Marina
Dear Dubuque Mayor and City Council:
The City of Dubuque and Dubuque Marina are presently collaborating on a multi-
phased plan to dredge portions of the city-owned and leased property at Dubuque
Marina, 1201 Shiras Ave. Ext.
The 2024 BIG Tier 1 grant application requests $300,000 in grant funds, along with
$100,000 in local match funding provided by Dubuque Marina. A subsequent project
Funding Agreement will be prepared between the City and Dubuque Marina for
providing the required local funding contribution.
This letter is to express and confirm support by Dubuque Marina for the dredging project
and for the associated 2024 BIG Tier 1 grant application. Thank you in advance for
your favorable consideration of this important project.
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Tier 1 - Boating Infrastructure Grant Program
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lowa - 2024 BIG Tier 1
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PROJECT NARRATIVE
Recreational boating is a significant economic activity on the Mississippi River. River
cities not only commemorate lowa history with museums, but they offer plenty of tourism
opportunities including minor league baseball games, biking, river boat gambling, sport
fishing, boating, swimming, wildlife viewing, interpretive centers, park activities, antique
shopping, jazz festivals and dining.
Although the Mississippi River supports millions of boating activity days, boating is
negatively affected by silting caused by the natural forces of the River. This silting results
in inaccessible access for transient boaters. Unfortunately, those transient boaters require
safe navigational access to boat docks, gas pumps, full-service restaurants, pump out
facilities, shower facilities, repair center and boat hoists to name a few.
The proposed project in the City of Dubuque, lowa will provide transient boaters with
access to safe harbor docking facilities, bathroom and shower facilities, and access to
clean water, electricity, and other utilities. The proposed project will also provide transient
boaters access to all the recreational and cultural amenities of downtown Dubuque, lowa.
It is anticipated that approximately 7,500 transient boaters will use the facility on an annual
basis. These numbers are based on a five-month boating season. During the 20
weekends, we anticipate 45 boats per weekend with five boaters on each boat (4,500
people). During the 20 weeks of the boating season, we anticipate 30 boats per week
(Monday - Friday), with five boaters on each boat (3,000 people). It is also likely many
boats will not remain at the dock for the complete day (especially during weekends),
allowing multiple boats to use of each slip.
The objective is to provide safe access and docking for transient boaters. Providing
boaters safe access to local utilities and amenities are also key objectives of the project.
This requires proper water depth throughout the harbor.
Benefits of the proposed project include: 1) Create access to daily and overnight dockage
for transient recreational boats 26 feet or more in length; 2) Create access to bathroom
and shower facilities for transient boaters; 3) Provide utility services for transient boaters;
4) Enhance access to recreational, historic, cultural, natural and scenic resources; 5)
Strengthen local ties to the boating community and its economic benefits.
NEED
The Mississippi River borders eastern lowa for 310 river miles. Located in the heartland
of the United States, the river is one of the United States most picturesque regions,
offering a unique combination of scenic beauty, history, and outdoor recreational
opportunities.
Today, recreational boating is still a significant economic activity on the Mississippi River.
River cities not only commemorate lowa history with museums, but they offer plenty of
tourism opportunities including minor league baseball games, biking, river boat gambling,
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sport fishing, boating, swimming, wildlife viewing, interpretive centers, park activities,
antique shopping, jazz festivals and dining.
Although the Mississippi River supports millions of boating activity days, boating is
negatively affected by siltation caused by the natural conveyance of sedimentation of the
Mississippi River. This siltation can make transient boat docks, fueling stations, pump-out
facilities, and other necessary services inaccessible for transient boaters. Unfortunately,
those transient boaters require safe navigational access to boat docks, gas pumps, full-
service restaurants, pump out facilities, shower facilities, boat repair center and boat
hoists, to name a few.
The proposed dredging project is located at the junction of the Dubuque Marina harbor
and the Peosta Channel just below Lock and Dam #11 in the City of Dubuque, lowa will
meet the needs of transient boaters as they travel north or south on the Mississippi River.
There are currently two floating docks accessible by transient boaters in the Dubuque
Marina. The first is a daily or overnight transient dock equipped to handle up to 14 boats
26ft or longer. The second is a combination transient dock for up to 6 boats 26ft or longer
with fuel pumps, convenience store, clean water and pump-out station. Both these docks
provide transient boaters with access to full-service shower, laundry, restaurant, repair
service and local City of Dubuque amenities.
The proposed dredging project, Dubuque Marina is the first full-service marina south of
Lock and Dam #11. Lock and Dam #11 provides a navigational channel for all boaters
including commercial barges. These barges can take hours to lock through, which can
delay transient boaters in either direction for hours. This delay can put a strain on the
onboard facilities of the transient boat. Dubuque Marina provides convenient access for
these boaters waiting to continue their journey to restock their amenities such as food,
fuel, clean water and pump out services. The Dubuque Marina transient docks and
amenities also provide these boaters with a safe daily or overnight relief from their trip.
This project will ensure transient boaters have safe navigational waters to access
amenities they need prior to continuing their journey north or south.
The proposed dredging project is a short walking distance from A.Y. McDonald Park
which has several family-oriented amenities such as biking and walking trails,
playgrounds, picnic areas, and an outside music venue which hosts several annual
festivals. The Dubuque Marina transient boating docks are also within a short taxi ride of
downtown Dubuque where visitors will find museums, casinos, retail shops, local
breweries, numerous restaurants, and entertainment venues.
So, in addition to transient boat amenities, the proposed dredging project will provide
transient boaters access to all the recreational and cultural amenities that Dubuque has
to offer.
It is anticipated that at least 7,500 transient boaters will use the facility on an annual basis.
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PURPOSE
The ultimate purpose of the project is to provide transient boaters, and boaters who
operate vessels 26 feet or larger, access to docking and safe harbor facilities, fueling,
pump-out, bathroom and shower facilities, access to clean water, electricity, and other
utilities, as well as access to the many recreational and cultural amenities of the Dubuque,
lowa.
OBJECTIVE - SCOPE OF WORK
The City of Dubuque is proposing a 2-phase dredging project to support the local and
regional transient boating market.
The objective and scope of work for the 2022 BIG Grant funding is to perForm
maintenance dredging within the area shown in Figure 5, to an approximate river bottom
elevation of 586-Ft., which will provide adequate depth for transient boats 26 feet in length
or greater and will create a safe open water for navigating vessels from the Peosta
Channel to and from the marina transient docks.
The objective and scope of work for the proposed 2024 BIG Grant funding is to continue
with the completion of maintenance dredging within the area shown in Figure 5, to an
approximate river bottom elevation of 586-Ft. This will create a larger open waterway for
navigating transient vessels from the Peosta Channel to and from the marina transient
docks and provide safe access to the existing transient dock for fuel, water, and holding
tank pump-out.
The proposed 2-phase dredging project will provide adequate depth and improved open
waterway for safely navigating transient vessels. By dredging and creating the open
waterway from the Peosta Channel to the marina transient docks, this will create
improved water flow and water circulation which will reduce the potential for future
sediment siltation within the proposed dredge location. The proposed dredged open
waterway will be more sustainable long-term and will maximize the return on the
investment of federal BIG funding with a long-term solution in providing safe harbor
access for daily and overnight transient boaters.
RESULTS OR BENEFITS EXPECTED
Activities completed at the Dubuque Marina will include:
1. Creating a safe navigational waterway for dockage of transient recreational boats 26
feet or more in length for recreational opportunities and safe harbors.
2. Ensure safe access to dockage for essential bathroom and shower facilities for
transient boaters.
3. Ensure safe access to fuel, water, pump out, convenience store items, restaurant,
boat repair services and emergency pull-out services.
4. Provide utility services for transient boaters.
5. Enhance access to recreational, historic, cultural, natural, and scenic resources.
6. Strengthen local ties to the boating community and its economic benefits.
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APPROACH:
Eligible activities for BIG Tier I Grant funding include performing maintenance dredging.
The lowa DNR shall enter into cooperative agreement with the City of Dubuque after the
project is approved by the US Fish and Wildlife Service. Final Rule Subpart C 86.30
(reasonable access), 86.31 (reasonable fee) Subpart D 86.40 (money available), 86.41
(how long money will be available), 86.43 (match requirements), Subpart E 86.55
(compliance requirements), Subpart H 86.80 and 86.81 (reporting requirements) and
Subpart I (signing responsibilities) will be part of this cooperative agreement. The
cooperative agreement will include language requiring the City of Dubuque to submit 75%
completion and final design plans to obtain Region 3 Fisheries Federal Aid staff approval
prior to dredging. Final design plans shall meet accessibility guidelines according to The
National Transportation Barriers Compliance Board (The Access Board) published a Final
Rule at 36 CFR Part 1191 in the Federal Register on September 3, 2002, establishing
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and
Recreational Facilities.
The City of Dubuque has successfully completed two (2) previous BIG Grants and has
the experience and capability to perform and deliver the proposed dredging project.
The City of Dubuque is responsible for ensuring Federal Boating and Infrastructure
Grants funds are properly used for the intended purposes of dredging.
The Dubuque Marina (dredge location) is not located in a historic preservation area as
defined by NHPA.
The City of Dubuque received a Corps of Engineers 10-year dredging permit that ended
December 31, 2022. A Regional Permit was granted to the City of Dubuque on March 30,
2023 for continued dredging in the Dubuque Marina; this is a three-year permit that will
end on March 29, 2026 (Permit Number: CEMVR-RD-2023-0427).
OVERLAP OR DUPLICATION OF EFFORT STATEMENT:
The City of Dubuque is proposing a 2-phase dredging project to support the local and
regional transient boating market. The objective and scope of work for the 2022 BIG Grant
and the 2024 BIG Grant funding is to perform maintenance dredging within the area
shown in Figure 5. There will be no overlap or duplication of proposed dredging work. The
City will segregate the 2 dredging locations and track costs separately.
GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION/DRAWINGS/MAPS/PHOTOGRAPHS
GPS Location
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Westing — 90:38:35
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EXHIBIT FIGURES
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2022 BIG Tier 1 Grant Funding will be used to perform maintenance dredging within the
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City of Dubuque is proposing a 2024 BIG Tier 1 Grant Application to assist in funding to
perform maintenance dredging within the area outlined in GREEN.
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COST ESTIMATE
The City of Dubuque 2024 BIG Tier I Grant Application is requesting funding to perform
maintenance dredging services at the Dubuque Marina location. The estimated project
budget was determined based on a proposed dredge cut elevation of 586-Ft which results
in an estimated dredge material removal volume of volume of 13,333 cubic yards. Based
on an estimated dredging unit cost of $30 per cubic yard, the estimated project cost is
$400,000.
COST ALLOCATION
The proposed maintenance dredging project will have shared public benefit between
both transient boaters and season slip users.
• The marina has 230 slips available for rent with water and electricity included.
• Annual occupancy is 85% or 195 slips rented.
• Docks A, B - (25 slips) do not use the dredged area to access the river.
• Docks C - (40 slips) boats cross 10ft wide portion of the dredged area to access the
river.
• Docks D, E, F, G, H, I, J - (130 slips) do not use dredged area to access the river.
• Of the 195 slips, 50% or 98 boats will use the dredged area once a month for access
to fuel and/or pump-out.
• Transient boaters are estimated at 500 per month using the transient docking
areas, fuel, water, pump-out, etc.
BUDGET NARRATIVE
Total Requested Federal Share: $300,000 (75%)
Total Non-Federal Share (Local Match): $100,000 (25%)
Construction (Dredging) Estimate $400,000 (1)
Contingency $ 40,000 (2)
Grant-Construction Administration $ 10,000 (2)
Engineering Design Services $ 15,000 (2)
Inspection Services $ 20,000 (2)
Total Construction Estimate $485,000
(1) Requested eligible costs for BIG Tier 1 funding - construction only.
(2) Non-participating costs, 100% City cost.
Eligible Cost-Construction (Dredging) Budget $400,000
Eligible Costs for BIG Tier 1 Funding (75%) $300,000
State Match Funds $0
Sub-Recipient Local Match (25%) $100,000
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CITY OF DUBUQUE-2024 BIG TIER 1 GRANT APLICATION
OMB Approval No.0348-0041
BUDGET INFORMATION-Construction Programs
NOTE: Certain Federal assistance programs require additional computations to arrive at the Federal share of project costs eligible for participation.If such is the case,you w ill be notified.
COST CLASSIFICATION a.Total Cost b.Costs NotAllowable for c.Total Allowable Costs
Participation (Columns a-b)
1. Administrati�re and legal expenses $ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00
2. Land,structures,rights-of-way,appraisals,etc.
3. Relocation expenses and payments
4. Architectural and engineering fees $ 15,000.00 $ 15,000.00
5. Other architectural and engineering fees
6. Project inspection fees $ 20,000.00 $ 20,000.00
7. Site work
8. Demolition and removal
9. Construction $ 400,000.00 $ 400,000.00
10. Equipment
11. Miscellaneous
12. SUBTOTAL(sum of lines 1-11) $ 445,000.00 $ 445,000.00
13. Contingencies $ 40,000.00 $ 40,000.00
14. SUBTOTAL $ 485,000.00 $ 485,000.00
15. Project(program)income
16. TOTAL PROJECT COSTS(subtract#15 from#14) $ 485,000.00 $ 485,000.00
FEDERAL FUNDING
17. Federal assistance requested,calculate as follows:
(Consult Federal agencyfor Federal percentage share.) Enter eligible costs from line 16c MultiplyX 61.86% $ 300,000.00
Enterthe resulting Federal share.
Previous Edition Usable Authorized for Local Reproduction Standard Form424C(Rev.7-97)
Rescribed by OMB Circular A-102
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT TIMELINE
DATE PROJECT DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY
March 30, 2023 Environmental Clearance, COE Re ional Permit Issued
Au ust 16 Cit Submittal 2024 BIG Grant A lication
Au ust 31 FWS 2024 BIG Grant TRACS Portal Submittal
90 Da Review FWS Review Period
October 1 - 31 DNR / Cit Prepare BIG Grant Draft Cooperative A reement
November 29 FWS BIG Grant Award Notification
December 14 DNR Commission Meeting
Approve lowa - 2024 BIG Tier 1 Cit of Dubu ue
December 18 Cit Approve DNR / Cit BIG Grant Cooperative A reement
Januar 2024 Cit Prepare Construction Plans for Dred in
Februar 2024 Cit Com lete Public Biddin Process
April - Ma 2024 Complete Dred in Pro'ect
June 2024 Pro'ect Close Out
December 2024 BIG Grant Close Out
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PROJECT CONTACTS
Project Personnel:
Randall Schultz, Grant Project Manager
lowa Department of Transportation
Randy.Schultz@dnr.iowa.gov
319-217-9317
Kara Bryant, Federal Aid Coordinator
lowa Department of Transportation
kara.bryant@dnr.iowa.gov
515-587-7409
Robert Schiesl, P.E., Assistant City Engineer
City of Dubuque
bschiesl@cityofdubuque.org
563-589-4270
MATCH AND OTHER PARTNER CONTRIBUTIONS
There are no other costs, cost sharing or matching for in-kind, personnel or fees.
CONTINGENCY COSTS
10°/o Contingency ($40,000) in Total Cost Estimate, City is considering as non-
participating.
PRORATION OF ELIGIBLE COSTS FOR BIG FUNDING
62% BIG Grant eligible ($300,000) for construction only; 21% local match ($100,000),
18% non-participating ($85,000).
PROGRAM INCOME
The City of Dubuque does not anticipate earning any gross income either directly from
the grant or as a result of the grant.
EQUIPMENT
There are no planned equipment purchases as part of the proposed project.
USEFUL LIFE
The estimated useful life of the dredging project is challenging to predict. The life of the
dredging will be impacted daily by the weather in the upper Mississippi River basin, flood
events and the resulting water flow that transports and deposits silt and sedimentation.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURE
There is no conflict of interest now or in the foreseeable future.
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SINGLE AUDIT REPORTING STATEMENT
State of lowa's Single Audit Report (A-133)
The State of lowa's Single Audit Report covers the disbursement of federal funds by all
state agencies, institutions and universities and includes a review of internal controls
and compliance with federal laws and regulations.
The lowa Department of Natural Resources is an agency of the State of lowa. The State
of lowa was required to perform an A-133 Single Audit for the fiscal year ending
06/30/2020, the audit has been completed and was issued as of November 15, 2021.
This report is available at https://www.controller.iastate.edu/spa/20SingleAudit.pdf. This
is the most recently completed audit.
CERTIFICATION REGARDING LOBBYING
City of Dubuque is not engaged, nor do we have plans to engage in lobbying activities on
any level.
DISCLOSURE OF LOBBYING ACTIVITIES
City of Dubuque understands that no federal funds can be used to pay any person for
lobbying in connection with the award.
OVERLAP OR DUPLICATION OF EFFORT STATEMENT
There are no overlaps or duplication between this application and any of our other Federal
applications or funded projects, including activities, costs, or time commitment of City
personnel.
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