Fiscal Year 2018 REAP Plan Update, Grant Application and Committee Representative Copyrighted
August 7, 2017
City of Dubuque Consent Items # 15.
ITEM TITLE: Fiscal Year 2018 REAP Plan Update, Grant Application and
Committee Representative
SUMMARY: City Manager recommending approval of the City of
Dubuque's update of the Fiscal Year 2018 Dubuque
County Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP)
Plan Resolution, Fiscal Year 2018 REAP Grant
application for Phase 2 of the Environmental Restoration
Management Plan for Eagle Point Park, and confirmation of
Council Member Joyce Connors as the City representative
on the Fiscal Year 2018 Dubuque County REAP
Committee.
RESOLUTION Authorizing REAP Grant application to Iowa
Department of Natural Resources for Phase 2 of Eagle
Point Park Environmental Restoration Management Plan
SUGGESTED DISPOSITION: Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt
Resolution(s)
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
FY18 Dubuque County REAP Update-MVM Memo City Manager Memo
Staff Memo Staff Memo
County REAP Committee Correspondence Supporting Documentation
REAP Grant Update Supporting Documentation
Grant Application Supporting Documentation
City REAP Representative Supporting Documentation
Resolution Resolutions
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TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: FY 2018 Dubuque County REAP Plan — City of Dubuque Update, Grant
Application and City Representative on REAP Committee
DATE: August 1, 2017
Planning Services Manager Laura Carstens recommends City Council approval of the
City of Dubuque's update of the Fiscal Year 2018 Dubuque County Resource
Enhancement and Protection (REAP) Plan, as well as the Resolution and the Fiscal
Year 2018 REAP Grant application of $200,000 for Phase 2 of the Environmental
Restoration Management Plan for Eagle Point Park.
It is further recommended that the City Council confirm Council Member Joyce Connors
as the City representative on the Fiscal Year 2018 Dubuque County REAP Committee.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council
approval.
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Attachment
cc: Crenna Brumwell, City Attorney
Teri Goodmann, Assistant City Manager
Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager
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TO: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
FROM: Laura Carstens, Planning Services Manager
SUBJECT: FY 2018 Dubuque County REAP Plan -- City of Dubuque Update, Grant
Application and City Representative on REAP Committee
DATE: July 27, 2017
INTRODUCTION
The Dubuque County REAP Committee is updating the Dubuque County REAP Plan for
FY 2018. REAP (Resource Enhancement and Protection) is a grant program for parks
and open space administered by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (IDNR).
This memorandum requests City Council approval of the City of Dubuque's FY 2018
update to the Dubuque County REAP Plan, a REAP grant application, and confirmation
of the City's representative to the REAP Committee.
Attachments include: REAP Committee correspondence, the City's REAP Plan update,
the REAP grant application and resolution, and the REAP Committee appointment form.
DISCUSSION
The REAP Committee has requested the City of Dubuque's FY 2018 update to the
Dubuque County 5-Year REAP Plan, any REAP grant applications, and confirmation of
the City of Dubuque's REAP Committee representative by August 4, 2017. The
attached information will be submitted to the REAP Committee by this deadline, subject
to City Council action on August 7, 2017.
FY 2018 REAP Plan Update
Attached is the completed questionnaire for the City of Dubuque's FY 2018 update for
the Dubuque County REAP Plan. The update was prepared based on the prior REAP
Plan, the City's adopted FY 2018 - FY 2022 Capital Improvement Program, and input
from Leisure Services Manager Marie Ware.
FY 2018 REAP Grant Application
Staff recommends submittal of the attached $200,000 REAP grant application for Phase
2 of the Environmental Restoration Management Plan for Eagle Point Park, a 164-acre
community park that opened in 1909. Over time, Eagle Point Park's multipurpose green
space and natural wooded areas have experienced severe erosion and sediment loss.
Increasing numbers of invasive plant species have added to the stormwater
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management issues on the park's rolling and sometimes rugged terrain. The City
retained Applied Ecological Services to create the Environmental Restoration
Management Plan for Eagle Point Park to mitigate and reverse these impacts.
Using this Plan, the City has leveraged a prior REAP grant to obtain a federal pass-thru
grant from the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) to implement Phase 1 of the
Environmental Restoration Management Plan. This is a ten-year plan, however, and will
require several phases to implement completely.
Staff recommends submittal of the attached $200,000 REAP grant application for Phase
2 of the Environmental Restoration Management Plan at Eagle Point Park. The
estimated total cost is $200,000, which is the maximum REAP grant for which the City
of Dubuque is eligible. No local match is required for REAP grants.
FY 2018 REAP Committee -- City Representative
The current City representative on the REAP Committee is City Council Member Joyce
Connors, who has offered to remain on the Committee. Confirmation of the City's FY
2018 REAP Committee representative is requested.
RECOMMENDATION
The REAP Committee must approve updates to the annual REAP Plan and REAP grant
applications prior to their submittal to the IDNR. FY 2018 REAP Plan updates and
REAP grant applications are due to the Dubuque County REAP Committee by August
4, 2017. The REAP Committee will meet on August 8, 2017. REAP grant applications
are due to the IDNR by August 15, 2017. Grant awards are usually confirmed by
October.
I recommend that the City Council approve the City of Dubuque's update of the FY 2018
Dubuque County REAP Plan, as well as the resolution and the FY 2018 REAP grant
application of$200,000 for Phase 2 of the Environmental Restoration Management Plan
for Eagle Point Park.
I also recommend that the City Council confirm Council member Joyce Connors as the
City representative on the FY 2018 Dubuque County REAP Committee.
Attachments
cc: Jenny Larson, Budget Director
Marie Ware, Leisure Services Manager
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CITY OF DUBUQUE
PLANNING SERVICES DEPARTMENT
TO: MEMBERS OF DUBUQUE COUNTY REAP COMMITTEE
DUBUQUE COUNTY CITY CLERKS
RE: REAP PLAN AND GRANT APPLICATION
DATE: July 21, 2017
1. Attached is a questionnaire designed to assist your group in updating the Dubuque
County FY2018 REAP Plan. Please return any information you may wish in the FY 2018
Update to the plan by Friday, August 4, 2017.
2. Also enclosed is a form asking for any changes to representative on the Committee.
Please return both forms by Friday,August 4,2017 so that we can verify the
Membership prior to the meeting. You may submit both items by mail,fax to 563-587-3836
or by email to tracey.martinwa., US.
3. The REAP Committee will meet on Tuesday,August 81", 2017 at 3:00 p.m. in the
Supervisors' Chambers,4th Floor, Dubuque County Courthouse to approve changes to the
FY2018 Dubuque County REAP Plan and REAP grant application for fiscal year 2018.
Please note that the public entrance to the Dubuque County Courthouse is the Central
Avenue entrance, with Courthouse Security procedures required.
4. If you are interested in making a FY2018 REAP Grant Application and require assistance
with it, contact Dan Fox at ECIA(556-4166)
Sincerely,
Jay Wickham,Chairperson
DUBUQUE COUNTY REAP COMMITTEE
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CHANGES TO DUBUQUE COUNTY 5-YEAR REAP PLAN
QUESTIONNAIRE
NAME OF ORGANIZATION OR MUNICIPALITY:
1. List general REAP legislation-related goals and objectives of your organization or
municipality that have changed since the 2017 update of the Dubuque Count
2. List additions or deletions from present recreational/natural areas under your jurisdiction:
3. List the projects for whicho�pe to utilize REAP funding in the next five years:
FY 2018
FY 2019
FY 2020
FY 2021
FY 2022
4 List all actual and anticipated expenditures of REAP fund for FYI 8:
5. Summarize any additional information about your agency/city/organization that you
would like to have included in the Dubuque County Plan.
Use Additional Sheets if Necessary
Return to: Board of Supervisors, Courthouse, 720 Central Avenue, Dubuque Ia. 52001 by mail,
fax (563-587-3836).
APPOINTMENTS TO REAP
NAME OF CITY OR
ORGANIZATION:
NAME OF CURRENT
MEMBER: (See List)
PLEASE EITHER CONFIRM CURRENT APPOINTMENT BY YOUR SIGNATURE
ABOVE, OR PROVIDE NEW REPRESENTATIVE'S ADDRESS:
CHANGE OF ADDRESS, REPRESENTATIVE OR
MAILING ADDRESS:
Name(Please Print)
Address City Zip
Submitted by:
Return to: Board of Supervisors, Courthouse, 720 Central Avenue,Dubuque IA 52001 by mail,
fax 563-587-3836 or email to tracev.martin(aadubuquecauntv.LIS .
NOTICE OF MEETING OF DUBUQUE COUNTY REAP COMMITTEE
(Resource Enhancement and Protection)
DATE OF MEETING Tuesday, August 8, 2017
PLACE OF MEETING: Supervisors' Chambers, 4th Floor
Dubuque County Courthouse
TIME OF MEETING: 3:00 p.m.
TENTATIVE AGENDA
1. Approval of minutes of meeting of August 09, 2016
2. FYI 8 REAP update (Brian Preston)
3 Review and approval of FY 18 update to the FYI Dubuque County REAP Plan
4. Review and approval of funding applications
If you require the assistance of auxiliary aids or services to participate in this meeting
because of a disability,immediately call the County Auditor's Office at 589-4499 or the
County Personnel Office at 589-4441. If you are hearing impaired, call Relay Iowa TTY
at 1-800-735-2942.
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DUBUQUE COUNTY
FISCAL YEAR 2018
REAP COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP
DUBUQUE COUNTY
Jay Wickham 720 Central Ave Dubuque 52001
Daryl Klein 720 Central Ave Dubuque 52001
Dave Baker 720 Central Ave Dubuque 52001
CITIES
Asbury Jason Thieme 5290 Grand Meadow DR Asbury 52002
Balltown Herb Sigwarth 405 Horseshoe Rd. Sherrill 52073
Bankston
Bernard Karla Mahoney P O Box 66 Bernard 52032
Cascade Randy Lyons 501 Buchanan St SW Cascade 52033
Centralia Jean Wuertzer 7978 Maranatha Ct. Peosta 52068
Durango
Dubuque Joyce Connors 660 Edith St. Dubuque 52001
Dyersville
Epworth LuAnn Spiegel 109 Kellie Court Epworth 52045
Farley Steve Benda 3037 th Ave NE Farley 52046
Graf
Holy Cross Paul Ross 654 Highland Ct. Holy Cross 52053
Luxemburg Mike Ungs P O Box 115 Luxemburg 52056
Peosta Tom McAndrew 8612 Tennis Lane Peosta 52068
New Vienna Angie Oberbroeckling 7271 Columbus Bx19New Vienna 52065
Rickardsville Vicky Cleary 20494 St. Joseph Dr. Rickardsville 52039
Sageville Mary Habel P.O. Box 3313 Dubuque 52004
Sherrill Rhonda Mueller 5235 Sherrill Rd. Sherrill 52073
Worthington Robyn Faust P.O. Box 197 Worthington 52078
Zwingle Paul Taylor 305 Main St. Zwingle 52079
SCHOOL DISTRICTS
Western Dubuque Chad Vaske 505 Tahoe Ct Farley 52046
Dubuque Community
Dubuque Catholic 1229 Mt Loretta Dubuque 52004
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OTHER GOVERNMENTAL BODIES
Soil & Water County Cons. Dave Ruden 3525 Keystone Dr Dubuque 52002
CONSERVATION AGENCIES
Dubuque County Conservation Board
Pat Rea 4528 Rea Rd. Bernard 52032
Dubuque County Conservation Society
Paul Kaufman 555 O'Neill St. Dubuque 52001
Izaak Walton League of American
Vicki Arnold 2937 Wilderness Dr. Dubuque 52001
Audubon Society
Joe Tollari 1800 Floraview Dubuque 52003
White Pine Chapter of Sierra Club
Charles Winterwood 1555 Montrose Dubuque 52001
Pheasants Forever
Dan Dunham 18975 Balltown Rd. Sherrill 52039
Ducks Unlimited
Nature Conservancy
Dr. John Brennan 10856 Waterford Ln. Dubuque 52001
Iowa Conservation Education Council
C.J. Klenske 1885 Floraview Dr. Dubuque 52001
American Fisheries Society
Tri-State Trail Vision
Brian Walsh 5010 Wolff Rd. Dubuque 52002
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HISTORICAL SOCIETIES
Mark Wagner 350 E. 3" St Dubuque 52004
LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS
Tamara Jo Prenosil 3050 St. Anne Dr Dubuque 52001
SUPPORT STAFF
Brian Preston Cty Conservation 13606 Swiss Valley Rd Peosta 52068
Marie Ware City Leisure Sery 2200 Bunker Hill Rd Dubuque 52001
Dan Fox ECIA PO Box 1140 Dubuque 52004
Mary Ann Specht Adm. Asst. 720 Central Ave Dubuque 52001
Theresa Weiss Soil Conservation 210 Bierman Rd. Epworth 52045
Laura Carstens City of Dubuque 50 W 13'h St Dubuque 52001
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CHANGES TO DUBUQUE COUNTY 5-YEAR REAP PLAN
QUESTIONNAIRE
NAME OF ORGANIZATION OR MUICIPALITY: Citv of Dubuque
1. List general REAP legislation-related goals and objectives of vour organization or
municipality that have changed since the 2016 update of the Dubuque Countv Plan:
None.
2. List additions or deletions from present recreational/natural areas under your jurisdiction:
None.
3. List the projects for which you hope to utilize REAP funding in the next five vears:
FY 2018: Eagle Point Park - Implementation of Environmental Restoration
Management Plan (Phase 2)
FY 2019: Land Acquisition—Four Mounds or Mines of Spain/E.B. Lyons
FY 2020: Kerper Bike Trail —Phase 2
FY 2021: F. D. Roosevelt Park Master Plan—Implementation
FY 2022: Kerper Bike Trail —Phase 3
4. List all actual and anticipated expenditures of REAP fund for FY 18:
$50,000 for Eagle Point Park—Creation of Environmental Restoration Plan
$80,000 for Phase 5 of Iowa 32 (Northwest Arterial) Bike/Hike Trail
$140,790 for Valentine Park Expansion—Land Acquisition
5. Summarize anv additional information about your agency/city/organization that you
would like to have included in the Dubuque Countv Plan.
A. Request that the Iowa Legislature increase the cap on the Environmental First Fund
(under which REAP and many other environmental programs are funded) to help fund
REAP.
B. Additional REAP-eligible projects in the city limits of Dubuque include:
In alphabetical order:
Chaplain Schmitt Island Master Plan—Recreational Projects
Comiskey Park Redevelopment
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Dodge Street Bike/Hike Trail
Dubuque Industrial Center West Trail Development
Eagle Valley Park Development
English Ridge Park Development
Granger Creek Nature Trail (Dubuque Technology Park)
Greenbelt/Wildlife Preserve, Medical Associates Clinic West
Greenway Trail Development: Usha Park at NW Arterial and Pennsylvania Avenue
to Keyway Drive (North Fork Catfish Creek)
Pebble Cove Park Development
Land acquisition to expand existing parkland (citywide)
Mauss Lake detention basin -- Landscaping Improvements
Middle Fork Catfish Creek Trail Development
North Fork Trail Park Development
Northwest Arterial Connection to Southwest Arterial Trail
Usha Park(Phases 4 and 5)
Westbrook Park Development, Phases II & III
C. REAP-eligible projects outside the city limits of Dubuque include:
In alphabetical order:
F. D. Roosevelt Park Master Plan -- Implementation
Joint Trailhead for County and City Heritage Trail systems
Land Acquisition and Development of E.B. Lyons Interpretive Area/ Mines of Spain
Mississippi Circuit—Grant Wood Mississippi River Region Master Plan
Southwest Arterial MRT Bike/Hike Trail
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Prepared by: Laura Carstens. City Planner Address: City Hall. 50 W. 13th St. Dubuaue. IA 52001 Telephone: 589-4210
Return to: Kevin Firnstahl. City Clerk Address: City Hall. 50 W. 13th St. Dubuaue. IA 52001 Telephone: 589-4121
RESOLUTION NO. 269-17
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REAP GRANT APPLICATION TO IOWA DEPARTMENT
OF NATURAL RESOURCES FOR PHASE 2 OF EAGLE POINT PARK
ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION MANAGEMENT PLAN
Whereas, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources has allocated grant funds from
REAP (Resource Enhancement and Protection) for projects that help establish natural
areas, encourage outdoor recreation, and enhance and protect Iowa's natural and cultural
resources; and
Whereas, the City of Dubuque has adopted the 2012 Comprehensive Plan that
includes goals for environmental quality, park improvements, and stormwater
management.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. The Mayor hereby is authorized to sign and submit the FY 2018 REAP
Grant application to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources for Phase 2 of the Eagle
Point Park Environmental Restoration Management Plan in the amount of $200,000.
Section 2. That the City Council hereby provides its written assurance that the
completed project will be adequately maintained for its intended use in accordance with
state requirements.
Passed, approved and adopted this 7th day of August, 2017
tO.
Roy D. fol, Mayor
Attest:
Kevin S. FirnstahFCity perk
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1.'- `GRANT PROGRAM
E Private/Public Open Space
IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
Resource Enhancement and Protection
REAP GRANT APPLICATION
❑ County Conservation
(For Private/Public - Name of DNR Field Staff involved in project:
2' APPLICATION CONTACT
APPLICANT: City of Dubuque
EMAIL: Icarsten@cityofdubuque.org
APPLICANT MAILING
ADDRESS:
PROJECT 911 ADDRESS (if
available):
LATITUDE/LONGITUDE
COORDINATES: 42°32'14.7"N 90°38'57.8"
(To find Lat/Long Coordinates: Go to Google Mao. Right -click on the primary public access point for the project. Select What's
here? In the search box at the top of the page, the coordinates will appear.)
N City Parks and Open Spaces
CONTACT PERSON: Laura Carstens
TELEPHONE: 563-589-4210
City Hall - 50 W. 13th Street
2601 Shiras Avenue
CITY & ZIP CODE: Dubuque 52001
COUNTY: Dubuque
PROJECT DESCRIPTION.&COSTS
Phase 2: Implementation of Eagle Point Park Environmental
a. TITLE: Restoration Management Plan
b. PROJECT SUMMARY: (Maximum of 75 words summarizing the REAP Grant request)
The City seeks funding to implement Phase 2 of the Eagle Point Park Environmental Restoration
Management Plano Implementation will improve sustainability by restoring and enhancing native plant
communities and soil quality to provide new nature -based recreation opportunities for visitors, create
habitat for wildlife, and foster sustainability. Phase 1 implementation actions are occurring with City, State
and Federal monies. Phase 2 will enhance 33 acres of existing forest/woodland areas, representing 20% of
the 164 -acre community/regional park.
c. TYPE OF PROJECT AND COSTS: (For activities associated with this grant request only).
n Land acquisition* Costs related to land acquisition: $
M Development Costs related to development: $ 200,000
❑ Other, please describe: Costs related to other activities: $
AMOUNT OF REAP GRANT REQUESTED: $ 200,000
d. Amount of local or match
money*:
*25% minimum match is required for Private/Public Program only. No match is required for city and county
grants.
4. PROJECT TIMELINE
a. Is the project a portion of a larger, overall project to be implemented over a multi-year period?
n No ® Yes, Number of years: 10 Estimated overall cost: $1.04 million
b. ESTIMATED PROJECT DATES
Start: March 2018 Completion: December 2019
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5. ACQUISITION SCHEDULE (Acquisition Projects Only
Code*
TOTAL
Parcels &:
Acres
`Parcel:..
Number # of Estimated.'
on Ma Acres Date of
p. Acquisition
. or Photo
*Code:
1. Negotiated Purchase
2. Condemnation
3. Donation
6. SIGNATURES
Average
Price Per
Acre
Estirnated Estirnated
Value of Land Value of -
Acquisition Existing
without Improvements
incidentals to be Acquired
TOTAL
Appraisal Costs:`
Survey Costs
Other Incidental Costs,
Grant Total Land Acquisition Cost`
Overall Cost per Acre Including Incidental
Upon signing in the space provided below, the applicant agrees to conform with the requirements in the following two paragraphs
pertaining to ADA/Section 504 accessibility guidelines and civil rights assurance. (City and County Projects Only)
ASSURANCE OF COMPLIANCE WITH AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES AND CIVIL RIGHTS ACTS
I, the undersigned, certify that the City of Dubuque has reviewed Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1975, Title Hof
the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and
the Iowa Civil Rights Act of 1965, each Act as amended, and agrees to abide by all requirements from the Acts,
associated regulations, guidance documents, and to any other related requirement imposed by federal or state law or
the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, related to this project. Applicant -Recipient further agrees and gives full
assurance that it will immediately take any and all measures necessary to effectuate the referenced laws and shall not,
on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, age, physical or mental ability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
religion, or retaliation, allow any person to be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise
subject to discrimination under or from any project or activity undertaken by the Applicant -Recipient for which the
Applicant -Recipient receives REAP grant dollars or other assistance from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.
This assurance is binding on the Applicant -Recipient, its successors, transferees, and assignees, and the person or
persons whose signature appears below are authorized to sign this assurance on behalf of the Applicant -Recipient.
07/2014 cmc 2 DNR Form 542-0279
Planning Services Manager
Applicant's Signature and Date Applicant's Title
PRIVATE PUBLIC GRANTS NTS ONLY
Applicant's Signature and Date Applicant's Title
CITY COUNCIL OR COUNTY CONSERVATION BOARD APPROVAL (City and County Projects Only)
I, the undersigns,., certify that the city council of Dubuque has on the date of August 7, 2017 reviewed this proposed
project and apved sub ittal for'esource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) grant consideration.
August 7, 2017
Signature of Magor or County Conservation Board Chair Date
COUNTY RESOURCE ENHANCEMENT COMMITTEE REVIEW/COMMENTS (Required for all grants) I, the
undersigned, verify that the Dubuque County Resource Enhancement Committee reviewed the proposed project for
which this application is submitted. If the committee provided comments, a summary of those comments has been
signed and dated by me and attached to this application.
Signature of Chair, County Resource Enhancement Committee
August 8, 2017
Date
For information on County REAP Committees, visit the REAP County Committee weboaee.
MINORITY IMPACT STATEMENT (Required for all grants)
Pursuant to 2008 Iowa Acts, NF 2393, Iowa Code Section 8.11, all grant applications submitted to the State of Iowa which are due
beginning January 1, 2009 shall include a Minority Impact Statement. This is the state's mechanism to require grant applicants to
consider the potential impact of the grant project's proposed programs or policies on minority groups.
Please choose the statement(s) that pertains to this grant application. Complete all the information requested for the chosen statement(s).
❑ The proposed grant project programs or policies could have a disproportionate or unique positive impact on minority persons.
• Describe the positive impact expected from this project:
• Indicate which group is impacted:
❑ Women ❑ Latinos (1 American Indians
❑ Persons with a Disability ❑ Asians ❑ Alaskan Native Americans
❑ Blacks n Pacific Islanders ❑ Other
❑ The proposed grant project programs or policies could have a disproportionate or unique negative impact on minority persons.
• Describe the negative impact expected from this project:
• Present the rationale for the existence of the proposed program or policy:
• Provide evidence of consultation of representatives of the minority groups impacted:
• Indicate which group is impacted:
❑ Women n Latinos n American Indians
❑ Persons with a Disability [ Asians ❑ Alaskan Native Americans
❑ Blacks ❑ Pacific Islanders ❑ Other
® The proposed grant project programs or policies are not expected to have a disproportionate or unique impact on minority persons.
Present the rationale for determining no impact: Environmental restoration will make additional parkland available for all
persons using Eagle Point Park.
07/2014 cmc 3 DNR Form 542-0279
I hereby certify that the information on this form is complete and accurate, to the best of my knowledge:
Planning Services Manager
Applicant's Signature and Date Applicant's Title
DEFINITIONS
"Disability" as defined in Iowa Code § 15.201(12)"b"(1) means "with respect to an individual, a physical or mental impairment that substantially
limits one or more of the major life activities of the individual, a record of physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of
the major life activities of the individual, or being regarded as an individual with a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or
more of the major life activities of the individual. "Disability" does not include any of the following:
(a) Homosexuality or bisexuality.
(b) Transvestism, transsexualism, pedophilia, exhibitionism, voyeurism, gender identify disorders not resulting from physical impairments,
or sexual behavior disorders.
(c) Compulsive gambling, kleptomania, or pyromania
(d) Psychoactive substance abuse disorders resulting from current illegal use of drugs.
"Major life activity" as defined in Iowa Code section 15.102(12)"b"(2) includes "functions such as caring for one' self, performing manual tasks,
walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, learning, or working."
"Minority Persons" as defined by Iowa Code section 8.11(2)"b" means "individuals who are women, persons with a disability, African Americans,
Latinos, Asian or Pacific Islanders, American Indians, and Alaskan Native Americans."
07/2014 cmc 4 DNR Form 542-0279
NAME OF CITY OR
ORGANIZATION:
NAME OF CURRENT
MEMBER: (See List)
APPOINTMENTS TO REAP
City of Dubuque
Joyce Connors
PLEASE EITHER CONFIRM CURRENT APPOINTMENT BY YOUR SIGNATURE
ABOVE, OR PROVIDE NEW REPRESENTATIVE'S ADDRESS:
CHANGE OF ADDRESS, REPRESENTATIVE OR
MAILING ADDRESS:
Name (Please Print)
Address
City Zip
Submitted by:
Kevi S. Fl stahl, City Clerk
Return to: Board of Supervisors, Courthouse, 720 Central Avenue, Dubuque IA 52001 by mail,
fax 563-587-3836 or email to cracev.unartiLualubuQuecountv.LIS.
7. GRANT NARRATIVE
The outline below must be followed exactly. Use exact headings and reference numbers in the order presented in the
outline.This section will be used by the REAP Review and Selection Committee for scoring purposes.
I. Project Location
Eagle Point Park is a historic community/regional park located atop limestone bluffs on the Mississippi River on the
northeast side ofthe city of Dubuque in Dubuque County, Iowa, at the juncture of the three states of Iowa, Illinois,
and Wisconsin.The park is accessed from two city streets with the main entrance at 2601 Shiras Avenue where a
toll booth allows access to motor vehicles for a fee, and to bicyclists and pedestrians at no cost. This entrance is the
park's Southern Gate Road.The secondary entrance is at the terminus of Eagle Point Drive, which transitions to the
park's Northern Gate Road.This entrance does not allow vehicles to enterthe park; vehicles must park outside the
park fence.This entrance is open free to bicyclists and pedestrians.
The park is a choice natural area forvarious forms of outdoor recreation including walking, scenic viewing, nature
study and picnicking. Its amenities include restrooms, open air and closed pavilions, horseshoe pits, drinking
fountains, seasonal lily pond with waterfalls and goldfish, band shell, tennis courts, playground equipment,
barbecue grills, nature trails,flower gardens, and viewing towers.The location and landscape context of the park is
shown below.
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II. Project Description
This project is part ofan ongoing environmental restoration effortfor Eagle Point Parkthat contributes to Dubuque's
mission of creating a sustainable future. It involves implementation of the Eagle Point Park Environmental
Restoration Management Plan (ERMP) that was completed under a REAP grant in fiscal year 2016 and adopted by
the city in 2017 to address the Park's recreational and natural spaces that sufferthe effects of severe erosion, invasive
vegetation, and degraded natural habitats on the rolling, rugged terrain. Some implementation of that plan will
commence usingfunds from the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund as well asfundsfrom the previous REAP
grant.
07/2014 cmc 5 DNR Form 5420279
Eagle Point Park, with its unique geomorphological setting of a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River, represents a
large and important natural area within city limits. No records of listed (federal or state) rare species or significant
vegetative communities have been identified at this location by the Iowa DNR or during any other field assessments.
Nevertheless, the bluff or goat prairies on south and west-facing slopes as well as exposed bedrock glades, harbor
plant species that are otherwise rare in the state and represent communities that are also relatively rare. A specific
record acquired during the field work for the ERMP included approximately a dozen plants of Great Plains ladies
tresses (Spironthes mognicomporum), listed as State Special Concern. In addition, the federally protected
(threatened) northern long-eared bat (Myotis septentrionalis) has potential to find habitat within the park. Other
rare species could occur in the Park.The probability for their occurrence may increase as restoration progresses and
habitats become higher in quality.
Figure 1: Great Plains Ladies Tresses Figure 2:Typical prairie patch with native grasses
The Phase 2 project involves continued implementation of the Eagle Point Park Environmental Restoration
Management Plan.The underlying plan offers valuable guidance when undertaking park improvements and
introducing sustainable best practices for managing stormwater, soil erosion and soil health, and invasive species—
all are aimed at restoring the Park's natural environment. The Park boundary is the overall project boundary.
The overarching goal of the Eagle Point Park Environmental Restoration Management Plan is to engage in a suite of
management actions to foster a sustainable future for the Park. These include vegetative restoration (invasive
species removal, control and native plantings) and enhancement, stormwater BMPs and soil quality restoration.
They include ecological monitoring to measure results and provide measureable feedback to guide adaptive
management decisions.These actions are planned within 4 management units that were delineated using features
such as existing roads, topographic breaks to create areas designated for similar management protocols or similar
proposed uses. Management units take into account the cultural avoidance ratings that respond to data from a
previous archaeological survey. Mapping management units (MUs) were also used to create estimates of probable
cost as well as for designating priorities. A map of management units (Exhibit 13) is attached in Part III.
The Phase 2 project will address additional currently unfunded management actions outlined in the ERMP by
management unit. These will include actions that will: (1) restore and enhance native plant communities through
removal and control of invasive species, prescribed burns, and planting of native vegetation; and (2) restore and
enhance soil quality via aeration and retaining naturally produced organic material (mulch) to facilitate stormwater
management and enhancement of native plant communities. Historical and archaeological features are integrated
within the Eagle Point Park Environmental Restoration Plan and will be considered and protected during activities.
Restoration activities will include site preparation (broadcast herbicide, tilling, spot herbicide and/or mowing)
before seeding or planting. Woody invasive species (such as buckthorn and alien honeysuckles) are typically
removed by cutting and treatment of the stumps. Where needed, aggressive native species that are dominating will
be removed or thinned to encourage diversity. Woody alien plant species recorded in the Park during the
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Environmental Restoration Management Plan field work include white mulberry, white poplar, black locust,
Japanese barberry, oriental bittersweet, Japanese hops, exotic Lonicera honeysuckles, common buckthorn, and
multiflora rose. Herbaceous alien plant species include garlic mustard, bull thistle, reed canary grass, and Japanese
knotweed.
For this Phase 2 project, the City selected forest/woodland enhancements of sizeable acreage from the
Environmental Restoration Management Plan as well as continuing soil quality restoration outside the four
management units. Phase 2 will enhance over 33 acres of existing forest/woodland area, which represents 20%of
the 164-acre park.
Phase 2 project actions would occur in Management Units 3 and 4(Exhibit 13)with associated benefits for a
total of 31.33 acres, as follows:
Management Unit 3, MU Project No. 7, Acres: 19.41
Management Unit 4, MU Project No. 3, Acres: 11.42
Enhance Existing Forests/Woodlands: Removing invasive vegetation, selectively thinning dense or aggressive native
woody species in the understory, and installing native plantings. Forest/woodland enhancement activities include
the following activities:
a) Remove invasive woody species
b) Control invasive herbaceous plants
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Phase 2 project actions would also engage in Soil Quality Restoration (SQR)outside the Management Units,
mainly in the developed area of the Park. This includes activities such as soil aeration, leaving leaves and grass
clippings onsite, spreading thing layers of compost, and encouraging native landscaping. The goal is to reduce the
deleterious effects of compacted soils and increase the porosity of the soil profile so as to increase infiltration and
mimic a natural landscape. We have attached a map of basic soil types (Section III, Exhibit 6).
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III. Development Plan, Project Boundary Map and Aerial Photo
The Eagle Point Park ERMP includes ample planning strategies and mapped data that will be used to place Phase 2
actions within landscape context and facilitate implementation of restoration actions in a strategic and sustainable
manner.We include map exhibits on the following pages with exhibit numbers corresponding tothe original ERMP.
These illustrate the spatial context of restoration and enhancement actions.An aerial photo of Eagle Point Park with
boundary(below, Exhibit 4) illustrates the developed park areas (buildings, roads,turf), and overall forested nature.
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IV. Project Benefits, Needs, Justification and Urgency
By implementing the Eagle Point Park Environmental Restoration Management Plan, the City and surrounding
communities will over time see an already cherished public property become a healthier and more engaging place
for people and nature.
The urgency for action is simply that the problems of invasive plant species and erosion only worsen if left unattended
over time; some of them quite rapidly. The sooner habitats are restored and stormwater managed in a sustainable
manner, the sooner people can appreciate the park in a new way and wildlife can find additional habitat.
The project initially was selected through State's Open Project Selection Process due to the (1) Quality of Site; (2)
Relationship to SCORP Priorities of Resource protection, partnerships, education, facility maintenance,shared
resources; (3) Direct Recreational Benefits; and (4) Local Need.
Below, we describe the ways that this project relates to various existing natural resource plans.
Relationship to Dubuque County 5-year REAP Plan
Implementation of Environmental Restoration Management Plan (Phase 2) is anticipated for REAP funding in 2018
and listed as the 2018 funding priority.
Relationship to Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORPI:
In general, restoring natural communities and addressing soil and stormwater issues will create a safer and
more attractive park in Dubuque. This, in turn, will encourage more people to recreate outdoors. Phase 2 will
facilitate the accomplishment of the following SCORP outdoor recreation priorities and associated goals.
PRIORITY 1:Address funding challenges as they relate to growing healthy and sustainable opportunities in
outdoor recreation and open spaces for Iowa.
REAP funds are vital to the success of this project. REAP funds were used to create the ERMP and now can be used
to implement portions of that plan. In addition, the City can leverage funds from other sources more easily by
demonstrating the State's commitment to the project through REAP. The following goals will thus be addressed:
Goal 1: Promote the contribution of natural resource recreation and conservation to the economic vitality
and quality of life for Iowans.
Goal 2: Ascertain funding opportunities available for consistent and long-term financial support to meet the
demands of outdoor recreation and conservation that are mutually beneficial to government agencies, the
private sector and user groups.
PRIORITY 2: Create places to go in Iowa that exemplify best practices in natural resources conservation and
protection while providing a variety of opportunities for outdoor recreation.
Restoring the ecological integrity of Eagle Point Park, representing a significant piece of natural landscape within
city limits, directly addresses all the four goals under this priority.
Goal 1: Preserve,enhance and protect statewide water and land resources while specifically targeting
connections (habitat and lineal greenbelts) regionally and locally to ensure a greater protection of Iowa's
open spaces.
• Goal 2: Encourage public agencies and local governments to protect the parks and natural areas within
their jurisdiction, limiting resale of public lands and open spaces for other non-outdoor recreation or non-
open space development.
• Goal 3: Provide assistance to local communities and governments to improve the quality and revitalize
the recreational use of priority water bodies.
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• Goal 4: Provide high-quality, safe and affordable recreational opportunities that meet the demands,
needs and diversity of experiences Iowans desire.
PRIORITY 4: Promote outdoor recreation as a means to achieve healthier lifestyles, enhancing the quality of life
for all Iowans.
In creating the REAP-funded Environmental Restoration Management Plan, the city of Dubuque invested in
solid integrated local and regional planning. Phase 2 implementation of the plan can be used to raise the
profile of the park, increase access to and appreciation of nature, and facilitate the following goals under this
priority:
Goal 1: Link outdoor recreation and participation to desired wellness and public health benefits.
Goal 2: Collaborate with existing Healthy Iowans, state and county initiatives to promote outdoor
recreation and increase participation.
PRIORITY 5: Better understand Iowans' outdoor recreation wants and needs, and develop effective tools that
connect them to Iowa's natural resource opportunities, based on their unique demographics and interests.
The project addresses this priority by adding opportunities for nature-based recreation through restoration and
enhancement within Eagle Point Park.
Relationship to 2015 Iowa Wildlife Action Plan
Phase 2 addresses five of the eight elements of the Iowa Wildlife Action Plan. The ERMP being implemented
outlines the Species of Greatest Conservation Need (SGCN) found in Eagle Point Park or likely to be found in
suitable habitat in the park. The implementation of the plan will improve habitat for many of these likely to occur
species. Of particular concern statewide are species that use grassland habitats and forest habitats—two habitats
that will be enhanced during the implementation of the ERMP. As an example of this potential, we point to the
record from the field assessment of the SGCN species, western rat snake (Elaphe obsolete). In addition, the
monitoring provisions of the plan address Element 5.
The five elements being addressed by this project are as follows:
1. Information on the distribution and abundance of wildlife, including low and declining populations as
each State Fish and Wildlife agency [DNR] deems to be appropriate, that are indicative of the diversity and
health of wildlife of the State. Low and declining populations of fish and wildlife are defined in the Plan as
Species of Greatest Conservation Need (SGCN).
2. Locations and relative conditions of key habitats and community types essential to conservation of SGCN.
3. Descriptions of problems which may adversely affect SGCN or their habitats and priority research and
survey efforts needed to identify factors that may assist in restoration and improved conservation of SGCN
and their habitats.
4. Descriptions of conservation actions necessary to conserve SGCN and their habitats and establish
priorities for implementing such actions.
5. Provisions for periodic monitoring of SGCN and their habitats, for monitoring the effectiveness of
conservation actions, and for adapting these conservation actions as appropriate to respond to new
information or changing conditions.
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Relationship to the 2006 Iowa Great River Road Corridor Management Plan.
The project fulfills goals in this plan as follows:
• It will increase identification and protection of resources along the Great River Road.
• It will expand local citizen awareness of the resources and importance of the Great River Road.
• It will provide new travel experiences through effective interpretation and promotion of the Great
River Road - by encouraging exploration and interpretation of the statewide natural resources.
• It will foster alliances with other organizations that are interested in the future of the Great River Road
and develop partnerships as well - by sharing information on these organizations and encouraging the
visitor to utilize their resources.
Relationship to the 2012 Dubuque Comprehensive Plan
The project supports several goals and objectives of the 2012 Dubuque Comprehensive Plan. These include
the Recreation Element, Goal 1: To provide a safe park and recreation system that continues to meet the
community's needs for useable and accessible park and open space. Objectives of this goal that will be
addressed include:
1.1 Continue to strive to improve the existing high-quality, safe park and recreation system.
1.2 Continue to identify the type of parks, park facilities and hike/bike trails lacking in the community.
1.3 Continue to identify potential park and recreation sites and hike/bike trails to meet the needs
identified in the Comprehensive Plan.
1.4 Continue to identify funding sources and partnerships for land acquisition and development.
1.5 Support parks, green space, trails and similar park/open space uses easily accessible to residents at
neighborhood level.
1.6 Encourage and consider development of incentives for providing common open/green space, hike/bike
trails, and landscaping in all new development wherever possible.
The project also supports Environmental Quality Element in Goal 7: To promote the protection, preservation
and enhancement of the biodiversity of the city's bluffs, prairies, wetlands, waterways and all natural areas.
Objectives of this goal that will be addressed through Phase 2 include:
7.1 Identify, restore, and protect areas of rare, native and sensitive habitat (including prairies and
woodlands) with concern to the evolving understanding of management techniques.
7.2 Encourage environmentally appropriate public use of, and access to, the community's bluffs, wetlands
and waterways.
7.3 Enhance protection and restoration of these sensitive areas as development and redevelopment
occurs, including along the riverfront.
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V. Environmental, Economic and Social Impacts of Project
Phase 2 of Implementation of the Eagle Point Park Environmental Restoration Management Plan involves
taking action to re-establish native vegetation, reduce erosion and enhance soil, create wildlife habitat, and
mitigate stormwater runoff through creating opportunities for retention and infiltration. Rugged and complex
topography adds to highly scenic character of the project site as well as the challenges of implementing site
improvements and sustainable BMPs. Permanent environmental, economic, cultural, aesthetic and social
impacts of the development project will be beneficial to human visitors as well as wildlife. No adverse
permanent impacts are expected. In fact, implementing the plan will help build a more sustainable future for
the park and the city. Phase 2 will enhance of over 33 acres of exiting forests/woodlands, representing 20%of the
164-acre Eagle Point Park.
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VI. Historical,Archaeological and Architectural Features/Impacts
Eagle Point Park is one of the most outstanding parks in the Midwest in terms of its historic, architectural,
archeological, and cultural landscape attributes. In 1973,the National Park Service determined that Eagle
Point Park was eligible for the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP).The park has multiple historic
themes, contexts, and attributes that contribute to it significance. Protection of historical and archaeological
sites during implementation is ensured in the ERMP by the designation of mapped cultural avoidance rated
areas tied to particular types of activity.The image below (from the ERMP) shows the rated areas that will
inform on-the-ground management actions.
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VII.Local Participation
Since 2006,the Mayor and City Council have identified "becoming a more Sustainable City' as one of their top
priorities for the Dubuque community. Sustainable Dubuque is a City Council-adopted, community-created,
and citizen-led initiative. To implement that vision, the citizen task force defined 12 key principles including
Resource Management and Native Plants & Animals, which support Phase 2 project goals.
Through the Park Division's annual budget hearing process, the City Council has sought public input. Eagle
Point Park has a five-year own capital improvement program that is open to public scrutiny and debate. Input
from City staff and the public has supported various studies of the municipal park system, such as a 2011
urban forest evaluation that included Eagle Point Park. The City Council approved creation of a Natural
Resources and Sustainable Practices Specialist in the Park Division through the budget hearing process.
The Eagle Point Park Environmental Restoration Project was developed in response to conditions in the park
and the City's commitment to sustainable best practices for resource management, environmental integrity,
and native plants and animals. This project was approved by the City Council at their August 3, 2015 public
meeting. This project was supported by the Park and Recreation Commission at their August 11, 2015 public
meeting.
VIII. Considerations Given to Minorities, Elderly and Disabled
The City of Dubuque's Leisure Services Department encompasses the Park Division, Recreation Division, Civic
Center, and Multicultural Family Center. All programs, activities, and facilities are operated and maintained in
accordance with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and Civil Rights Act.
Financial Assistance is available to assist low income residents (residing within Dubuque city limits). The
Leisure Services Department provides qualifying individuals or families who meet income guidelines with free
or discounted swim passes, park passes, and registration for programs, camps and classes.
The Park Division operates and maintains the municipal park system and off-road bike/hike trail system. All
parks and trails are open free to the public excluding the Pet Park and the main vehicular entrance of Eagle Point
Park. The daily entry fee for Eagle Point Park is $1.00 after 8:00 a.m. for vehicles and buses only. Bikes and
pedestrians are free. The park is open free to the public daily at the secondary non-vehicular entrance off Eagle
Point Drive. Season passes to Eagle Point Park are available for $10 for City residents, $15 for non-residents, $5
for senior residents (age 62 and retired), and $5 for low income residents.
Phase 2 implementation of the Eagle Point Park Environmental Restoration Management Plan will meet state
and federal requirements for Americans with Disabilities and Civil Rights, because this is how the Leisure
Services Department and the City of Dubuque operate. Environmental restoration will enhance physical
access, use and enjoyment of Eagle Point Park for all park visitors.
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IX. Itemized Costs
The Environmental Restoration Management Plan maps four (4) Management Units (MUs) in Eagle Point Park
(shown in Exhibit 13). These management units were delineated using features such as existing roads,
topographic breaks to create areas designated for similar management protocols or similar proposed uses.
Management units take into account the cultural avoidance ratings that respond to data from a previous
archaeological survey.
For Phase 1 of implementation of the Environmental Restoration Management Plan in the Park, the City
selected top priority management actions from the Environmental Restoration Management Plan in all four
management units. Estimated cost of Phase 1 is $400,000. Funding for Phase 1 is provided by City, State and
Federal monies. Phase 1 is not part of this REAP application.
For Phase 2, the subject of this REAP grant application, the City selected Forest/Woodland Enhancement
activities in Management Units 3 and 4, as well as Soil Quality Restoration outside the four Management Units
in developed park areas. Estimated cost of Phase 1 is $200,000.
Below is an itemized cost estimate developed for this $200,000 REAP grant application for Phase 2 of
implementation of the Environmental Restoration Management Plan in the Park.
Phase 2 Project REAP Total
Description of Project Activities
Component Cost Request Cost
Contractual Enhance Existing Forests/Woodlands $175,800 $175,800 $175,800
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X. Public Communications
The purpose of the project's Public Communications Plan is to ensure public knowledge of this project at Eagle
Point Park, acknowledge REAP and the partnerships involved in its development, and encourage continued use
of the amenities the new parkland will offer.
Communication Tools:
The City of Dubuque uses a variety of communication tools to keep Dubuque citizens informed on local plans
and projects.
The "City News" newsletter is published bi-monthly by the City's Public Information Office and inserted
into utility bills. Through this publication, photographs, updates, and information on City projects are
distributed to more than 21,000 households. The project will be featured in the newsletter.
Additionally, City Channel 8,the City's public access television channel, broadcasts text and visual
images to the City's cable customers (with a penetration rate of more than 80 percent of households).
Information about the project will be aired.
The City's website, www.Cityofdubugue.org, is a fast, efficient way to highlight new projects and
update ongoing plans. Free public access to the Internet is available at the Carnegie-Stout Public
Library, ensuring that all citizens have access to the website. Color images of the project site as well as
the REAP logo sign will be placed on the website. The City of Dubuque also has a Facebook page
offering a social media link with information on the City website.
Media releases about the project, recognition events and REAP funding will be used. Frequent media
releases throughout the year keep local and regional media informed about large projects and
translate into media coverage. Media releases will be used for the project at key points, such as
recognition events. The media releases are posted on the City website as well.
Community engagement is occurring across a broad spectrum in the City of Dubuque. The Sustainable
Dubuque framework has become the lens through which city operations are developed and analyzed.
The project will be publicized through Sustainable Dubuque via media releases and announcements
distributed through the Sustainable Dubuque email list and posted on its Facebook page.
Recognition Events:
The City of Dubuque often recognizes its major projects with a ground-breaking or a ribbon-cutting
ceremony hosted by the Dubuque Mayor and City Council. Invited to these events are the public,
partnership agencies and the media. In addition to showcasing a new public project, a project program
is distributed to participants providing background information. A recognition event will be scheduled
for the project. IDNR officials will be invited to and recognized at this event for their REAP funding
partnership.
The City of Dubuque also recognizes IDNR support with REAP funds by displaying the REAP signs at the
project sites. The City will install a REAP sign at a prominent, visible location at Eagle Point Park upon
completion of the project.
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XI. Agreements and Easements
The City possesses all fee title interest in property. There are no contractual or joint agreements with other
parties for operation and maintenance of the site and facilities. There are utility easements for electricity,
water, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer. Part of the rear entrance park road, Eagle Point Drive, it is a city public
street.
XII.County Resource Enhancement Committee Comments
On August 8, 2017, the Dubuque County Resource Enhancement Committee reviewed and approved this FY2018
REAP grant application and the Chairperson signed the application. The minutes of the meeting are attached.
B. PROJECT SCORING CRITERIA (weight factors in parentheses)
Make sure that all criteria are addressed in the application.
Private/Public Open Space Grant County Conservation City Parks and Open Spaces
Level of significance(3) Relationship to state local and regional Relationship to state local and regional
Resource representation (3) plans (4) plans(4)
Level of threat(3) Quality of site and/or project (3) Quality of site and/or project(3)
Relationship to existing public land (3) Public demand or need (2) Direct recreation benefits (2)
Relationship to state, local and regional Project uniqueness(2) Public benefit served (2)
plans(3) Urgency of proposed action (2) Local support (2)
Rare or unique species or communities(2) Multiple benefits to be provided (2) Environmental benefits(2)
Public benefits (2) Economic benefits to local, regional or state Quality of public communications plan (1)
Tourism and economic development(1) area (1)
Geographic distribution (1) Quality of public communications plan (1)
Multiple use potential (1)
Available funds relative to project costs(1)
Quality of public communications plan (1)
For more information about REAP Grants, visit:
http://www.iowadnr.gov/Environment/REAP/REAPGrants.aspx
Contact for all grants: Tammie Krausman, REAP Coordinator
T ammie.Krausman(adnr.iow a.gov
(515)281-8382
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