5 18 15 Work Session - Parks to People Presentation Copyright 2014
City of Dubuque Work Session # 1.
ITEM TITLE: 5:15 PM - Parks to People Presentation
SUMMARY:
SUGGESTED DISPOSITION:
ATTACHMENTS:
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❑ Parks to People Presentation-MVM Memo City Manager Memo
❑ Parks to People Presentation Memo Staff Memo
❑ Presentation Supporting Documentation
❑ Parks to People Brochure Supporting Documentation
THE CITY OF Dubuque
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TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Parks to People Presentation - May 18 City Council Work Session
DATE: May 13, 2015
Leisure Services Manager Marie Ware is submitting materials for the May 18th City
Council Work Session.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council
approval.
Micliael C. Van Milligen
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Attachment
cc: Barry Lindahl, City Attorney
Cindy Steinhauser, Assistant City Manager
Teri Goodmann, Assistant City Manager
Marie Ware, Leisure Services Manager
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
FROM: Marie Ware, Leisure Services ManagejrpoNf-�
SUBJECT: Parks to People Presentation — May 18 City Council Work Session
DATE: May 13, 2015
INTRODUCTION
This memo provides information on the Parks to People initiative for the City Council's
consideration at their May 18, 2015 work session.
DISCUSSION
Parks to People is an initiative to create a long term sustainable strategy to revitalize Iowa State
Parks in connection with their surrounding regions. In September 2014, the State selected the
Grant Wood Mississippi River Region (GWMR) partnership of Jackson, Jones, and Dubuque
Counties as the pilot program.
The Jackson County Economic Alliance is leading the GWMR partnership through a regional
planning process. The City of Dubuque is a partner with diverse stakeholders from the region's
four State Parks, two Scenic Byway groups, three County Conservation Boards, Community
Foundations based in all three Counties, ECIA, business and tourism organizations, and other
local, county, regional interests.
The GWMR was awarded $1.9 million in State funds to create public/private partnerships and
leverage dollars for regional projects. There is no funding required of the City of Dubuque.
GWMR partners will seek grants and leverage resources in order to accomplish the regional
goals described in the enclosed plan.
Local and regional GWMR partners will review the enclosed presentation at this work session to
update the City Council on the Parks to People initiative.
Enclosures
cc: Teri Goodmann, Assistant City Manager
Wayne Buchholz, Mines of Spain State Park
Brian Preston, Dubuque County Conservation
Dave Heiar, Jackson County Economic Alliance
Nicolas Hockenberry, Jackson County Economic Alliance
Chandra Ravada, ECIA
Keith Rahe, Dubuque Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager
Parks to People
GRANT WOOD MISSISSIPPI RIVER REGION
DUBUQUE CITY COUNCIL -MAY 18, 2015
Parks to People
► Established by the Iowa Parks Foundation, a Green
Ribbon Commission, and Governor' s Office.
► The initiative is to create a long term sustainable
strategy to revitalize Iowa State Parks: Connecting
Parks to People.
Several regions from throughout Iowa competed
to be the pilot program .
Grant Wood Mississippi River Region
September 29, 2014 Announcement.
► Jackson, Jones, and Dubuque
Counties.
► Grant Wood Mississippi River Region.
► Our region is the ONLY pilot project.
► $ 1 .9 million of State funds. t 111
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► Create public/private partnerships to FOUNDATIOP
leverage dollars.
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Grant Wood Mississippi River Region
Grant Wood and Mississippi River - two internationally recognized icons.
4 State Parks: Bellevue, Maquoketa Caves, Mines of Spain, and Wapsipinicon.
Our Vision goes beyond State Parks.
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The Team
The GWMR is led by 70-member Steering Committee and
13-member Leadership Team with a diverse mix.
Mark Ackelson, President Emeritus of Iowa Natural Heritage
Foundation, is both GWMR Coach and Green Ribbon
Commissioner.
Pat Boddy, of RDG Planning and Design and former interim
Director of the IDNR, facilitates our planning process.
Eric Branstad , President of Matchpoint Strategies, serves as
Green Ribbon Commission advocate at the State Capitol.
Engage. Raflact. Return.
Planningis wellunderway.
Whelheryou paddle,petlal,stride,ride or res[,our regbn has developed Public
a national motlel of public-private pannersnip,imlllng all[ofintl ihelr • sessions •
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personal meaniig and lasting memories wtth connections to:
• dramatic,timeless landscapes, • hismrt communiLes and plata, _ January2015.
• inspiring parks and paNways, • local footls and agriculture, m _
• overs,creeks,antl lakes, interyretNe,etlucaticnal,antl -
• arts,culture,and history, maeatronal programs for all ages -`� • • out • • • mission.
Asked for public' s ideas • • interests
relating tomission.
• comments • •
The Planning Process
The plan will focus on a regional vision :
Create "wow" factor
Tourism
2 million people within one hour
20 million people within 3 hours
Quality of Life
Economic Development
Recruit/retain workforce
Great Places , Great Experiences
x" ANRobust inventory of existing
assets.
Appeals to wide variety of
experiences.
Coordinate events &
. programs within region.
Connectivity
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Nature " , ► Water trails.
Trail
► Comprehensive marketing strategy.
�. ► Mobile application.
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► Shared promotions.
► Connect within the region and to
,; neighboring regions.
Cultural Vitality
Grow art experiences.
Coordinate and jointly
market existing opportunities.
Develop programming for
, . at-risk youth.
Healthy People , Healthy Places
Work with watershed
„ _, management authorities.
- , Accelerate service
learning experiences.
Offer active events.
T_ Healthy food .
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E Get people outside in
parks and on trails.
Lasting Legacy
Get legislative support.
Ongoing public/private
R si ', - partnerships.
Prepare for 100'" anniversary of
State Parks in 2020.
r - ► A legacy for Iowans - especially
our children .
Enhanced quality of life to attract
- ' and retain a quality workforce for
Iowa ' s future.
Final Plan
► Short term - 2 years.
► Long term - 15 to 20 years.
► Many projects - trails will definitely be a priority.
► Working with Grant Wood and Great River Road
Scenic Byway groups.
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Opportunity to partner & connect within region
and with other regions.
Leverage other funds with City resources.
Give priority to projects that help accomplish
regional connectivity goals.
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Travel: Dubuque to Bellevue on Hwy
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Dubuque
Connect: Mines of Spain State Park &
Bellevue State Park.
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` Drive: Great River Road - national
R.Dona scenic byway.
Bike: Paved shoulder trail on both
sides of Hwy 52.
Bellevue
Boat: Extend Dubuque Water Trail south
along Mississippi River.
In the Works : Hwy 52 Trail
► Six foot paved shoulder extension on both sides. Dubuque
► Begin : US 151 /61 at Mines of Spain . i: Mi.. SpaM Mississippi
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► End : Hwy 52 South at Dubuque County line.
► 8.06 miles at a cost of $ 1 ,200,000.
► DMATS matching funds.
► Fits well with our goals. Bellevue
► Future Opportunity: continue about 8 miles south
in Jackson County to Bellevue State Park.
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Mission:To enhance, promote,sustain,and connect our
region's cultural, natural, and park assets
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Mission: To enhance, orornote, sustain, and connect our
region's cultural, natural, and park assets
The Work Begins . . .
The following projects kick—off the ambitious 20—plus year master plan of the Grant Wood Mississippi River
Region. Please note:A strong priority of the Grant Wood Mississippi River Region is to maintain the exceptional
facilities already in place. Each of these projects includes some level of restoration of existing facilities before
attention is turned to "building new."
Brief project descriptions and first—phase outcomes are described on the next three pages.
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Begins
-+�-_ -' Maquoketa on the Move –All three counties of the region link
— — — — — via the extensive water trail on the Maquoketa River. The work
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requires barrier removal, improved access, support for outfitters,
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h 9akborio Dubuque; I � additional way–finding, and enhancements at destinations along
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MI esors�a� the way.Soon to launch–the modification and/or removal of the Mon–Maq Dam
near Monticello coupled with enhanced and new river accesses. Eventual plans
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a Bellevue involves city, county, state parks and trails filling critical
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Dubuque ,
; ., gaps and shaping one–of–a–kind, memorable visitor experi–
ences. Here we link through the 10–state Mississippi River Trail
_ and Iowa's portion of the scenic Great River Road.The result:visitors can move
Mines of Spain
�ISSlppl between the City of Dubuque to Mines of Spain State Park, St. Donatus, Spruce
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Creek Park,City of Bellevue,Felderman Park,the incoming Mill Creek Pedestrian
' c'ircui't Bridge, and they land in Bellevue State Park.The project includes a critical trail
connection to the nationally renowned Butterfly Garden and the Nature Center
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at Bellevue State Park. Ready to paddle? The circuit continues via water trail
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from Findley's Landing to Iowa's easternmost point–the Island City of Sabula.
Maquoketa Cascade Prairie Creek Connections – We create an activity hub in the
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Maquoketa, Hurstvillelnte Prairie Creek Recreation Area,
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CityInterpretive Center and Maquoketa
Whitewater Creek spruce creek ParkCaves State Park – a mecca for caving enthusiasts. We invite
w all walks to the region when we provide equestrian facilities,
cabins, and campground as well as the Ohnward Fine Arts Center, Maquoketa
Monticello Bellevue Art Experience, and Maquoketa YMCA – offering a popular family get–away
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Felderman Park destination. The project includes: 7 miles of paved connecting trails, parking
"a9410kfa i Bellevue State Park lot construction (and associated stormwater management), improved access
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for persons with disabilities, and completion of Hurstville's East Walkway.
This project is already underway with a new pedestrian bridge and soft trails
i -- e�a��A6 supported with a Wellmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield grant.
Crossing the Wapsi. I Maquoketa Caves State Park �.
i Hurstville Interpretive Center Arr*-_. �aQOo
Crossing the Wapsi:Bridging History–Hale Bridge(circa 1879,
i Anamosa Bridging Histol Prairie Creed Connections originally connecting North and South halves of Hale Township)
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Maquoketa Prairie Creek Park is a magnificent historic landmark in Jones County, listed on the
I Wapsipinicon State Park 1.��1�►.�, National Register of Historic Places.The Bridge is famous for its
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— — — — nearly unprecedented move(via Chinook Helicopter)to its current
location in Wapsipinicon State Park, almost a decade ago. Time to finish the
"*. work to ensure-this destination achieves its true economic potential as a cultural
icon. Here, we will construct a 2 mile trail for a true connection to Anamosa, a
-- I y E shelter, and additional amenities so all can take advantage of the trulyunique
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A Region of Innovators
Iowa—First in the Nation Once Again
We will break new ground nationally with this initiative to help visitors design their own highly—personalized experiences.
(Canadian National Parks are among the first to use these technologies).Dubbed "user—driven experiences,"we will build an
affordable,tech—based method to integrate park,trail,cultural,event and other tourism information into a database shaped
by a particular visitor's motivations and unique interests.This integrated approach to promoting the region's offerings will
result in "itineraries" that give visitors and residents alike must—have experiences and lasting memories. Interpretive/
educational kiosks that reinforce this integrated information are included in this initiative. This project is underway with
additional research into the Canadian system.An RFP is anticipated by November 2015.
Engage. Reflect. Return.
Whether you paddle, pedal, stride, ride or rest, our region has developed
a national model of public—private partnership, inviting all to find their 61. _.
personal meaning and lasting memories with connections to:
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• dramatic,timeless landscapes, • historic communities and places, ' .
• inspiring parks and pathways, • local foods and agriculture,
• rivers, creeks, and lakes, • interpretive, educational, and (;
• arts, culture, and history, recreational programs for all ages w
The Grant Wood—Mississippi River Region is a multi—jurisdictional, bi—partisan, public—private partnership intended to
create exceptional places and experiences for Iowans and visitors alike.
We would like to thank the following for their support:The Iowa Legislature, the Iowa Parks Foundation, the Governor of
Iowa,the Governor's Green Ribbon Commission and the many organizations that have made our planning effort possible:
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of Greater Dubuque An Affitiatc of the Cmmnuuity Pouundatioof Grcatcr Dubuque A.emlafo eomm�,,
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Bellevue
Maquoketa Caves
Wapsipinicon
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Lake MacBride
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Dyersville
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Whitewater Canyon Wildlife Area
Whitewater Creek
Maquoketa Caves State Park
Mines of Spain
Mississippi
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St. Donatus
Spruce Creek Park
Bellevue
Iderman Park
Bellevue State Park
Hurstville Interpretive Center
Pr4irie Creek Connections
Maquoketa Prairie Creek Park
(111 Maquoketa on the Move — All three counties of the region link
via the extensive water trail on the Maquoketa River. The work
requires barrier removal, improved access, support for outfitters,
additional way—finding, and enhancements at destinations along
the way. Soon to launch — the modification and/or removal of the Mon—Maq Dam
near Monticello, coupled with enhanced and new river accesses. Eventual plans
include a canoe livery in Canton, and direct connections to Monticello and other
"ports of call." Project gets underway Summer 2015.
The Mississippi Circuit — A seamless circuit from Dubuque to
IcyBellevue involves city, county, state parks and trails filling critical
gaps and shaping one—of—a—kind, memorable visitor experi—
ences. Here we link through the 10—state Mississippi River Trail
and Iowa's portion of the scenic Great River Road. The result: visitors can move
between the City of Dubuque to Mines of Spain State Park, St. Donatus, Spruce
Creek Park, City of Bellevue, Felderman Park, the incoming Mill Creek Pedestrian
Bridge, and they land in Bellevue State Park. The project includes a critical trail
connection to the nationally renowned Butterfly Garden and the Nature Center
at Bellevue State Park. Ready to paddle? The circuit continues via water trail
from Findley's Landing to Iowa's easternmost point — the Island City of Sabula.
Prairie Creek Connections — We create an activity hub in the
heart of the region as we link the Prairie Creek Recreation Area,
City of Maquoketa, Hurstville Interpretive Center and Maquoketa
Caves State Park — a mecca for caving enthusiasts. We invite
all walks to the region when we provide equestrian facilities,
cabins, and campground as well as the Ohnward Fine Arts Center, Maquoketa
Art Experience, and Maquoketa YMCA — offering a popular family get—away
destination. The project includes: 7 miles of paved connecting trails, parking
lot construction (and associated stormwater management), improved access
for persons with disabilities, and completion of Hurstville's East Walkway.
This project is already underway with a new pedestrian bridge and soft trails
supported with a Wellmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield grant.
Crossing the Wapsi: Bridging History — Hale Bridge (circa 1879,
1,111A originally connecting North and South halves of Hale Township)
is a magnificent historic landmark in Jones County, listed on the
National Register of Historic Places. The Bridge is famous for its
nearly unprecedented move (via Chinook Helicopter) to its current
location in Wapsipinicon State Park, almost a decade ago. Time to finish the
work to ensure this destination achieves its true economic potential as a cultural
icon. Here, we will construct a 2 mile trail for a true connection to Anamosa, a
shelter, and additional amenities so all can take advantage of the truly unique
Hale Bridge.
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